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Burnett and Polk voters go Republican; strong turnout at polls • Hinrichs re-elected county clerk • Luck school referendum passes • Duffy, Severson, Harsdorf retain seats • Freshman Assemblyman Rivard defeated by Smith • Baldwin new U.S. senator • ATV referendums in Burnett County defeated

by Gary King Leader editor BURNETT/POLK COUNTIES - For only the fourth time in the last 17 presidential elections dating back to 1948 - a majority of voters in Burnett and Polk counties have together chosen the losing ticket.

Most local voters favored the Romney/Ryan ticket in the Tuesday’s general election along with other Republican candidates. It made little difference in the end, as President Obama was re-elected to a second term, winning Wisconsin and a majority of electoral votes nationwide in what was one of the closest Wanda Hinrichs See Election, page 3

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Ring of Kerry returns to SCFalls

Last-minute campaigning Van Murray braved the wet weather to do some lastminute roadside campaigning for his candidate. Murray was signing to drivers along Hwy. 70 in Grantsburg on Election Day morning, Nov. 6. - Photo

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ST. CROIX FALLS - Returning to Festival Theatre on Saturday, Nov. 17, is Ring of Kerry, a well-known band with a dedicated following in the region. Last seen here in 2010, Ring of Kerry fans can again plan for a night of lively entertainment, and those coming to see this boisterous Irish band in action are urged to call early for reservations. Ring of Kerry is a burstingwith-energy Irish music group that captures the hearts of listeners. Tickets for the Ring of Kerry concert are $26 in advance or $31 at the door and this show is 2012 Flex Pass eligible. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m.

Reservations can be made by phone at 715-483-3387 by e-mail at boxoffice@festivaltheatre.org, or online at festivaltheatre.org. Festival Theatre is located in downtown St. Croix Falls at 210 North Washington St. Ring of Kerry members shown in photo are (L to R): Paul Cotton, Charlie Roth, Karie Oberg, Paul Imholte and Paul Blondell. - submitted

Project Citizen ribbon cutting set Seventh-grade students at Grantsburg Middle School worked diligently this past year to complete a project titled “Project Citizen - Accessibility and Justice for All,” with their goal being to raise awareness for people with disabilities by making the school and community more accessible and specifically to make it possible for a student with a disability to play alongside his peers on the playground. During research for this project they identified handicap accessibility issues in their school and community needing changes. They decided to improve recreational experiences for people with disabilities by purchasing a swing at the school and Memory Lake Park in Grantsburg. They raised $2,500 to cover the purchase of the two handicapaccessible swings through community service and soliciting donations from local organizations, area businesses and private individuals. They are planning a ribbon-cutting event on Friday, Nov. 16, at 1:30 p.m., at the Grantsburg Middle School. Shown are committee members Claire Palmquist, Avery Fagerberg, Austin Olson, Cassidy Lee and Grachia Solie, supervising teacher. - Photo submitted

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Artists for the Arts fundraiser set

ST. CROIX FALLS - The St. Croix Falls Public Library will offer a presentation by local author Phil Peterson Sr. on a lengthy cross-country skiing adventure back in 1968, when few in America had even heard of cross country. Peterson and four friends skied from Ely, Minn., to Lake Superior. Later known as the Brothers Helluvit, Peterson and four friends did the only known cross-country ski trip of the Canadian border through the, Boundary Waters Canoe Area with six days of winter camping in temperatures from 38 above to 12 degrees below zero. A story of adventure and misadventure in rain, freezing temperatures and Mother Nature’s rules you won’t soon forget. The presentation is Thursday evening, Nov. 15, at 7 p.m.

Peterson’s other books will also be on display. - with submitted information

It’s a new twist on an important need: local artists supporting the local performing arts company. In conjunction with the Ring of Kerry concert on Saturday, Nov. 17, and the opening weekend of “It’s A Wonderful Life” on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 24 and 25, up to 10 visual artists will have their works for sale at Festival Theatre. Sculpture, paintings, glass, woodwork, metalwork and more will be on display in the Elbow Room, the theater’s street level performance space. Artists for the Arts will generously donate 20 percent of their proceeds to Festival Theatre in support of programming that serves residents and visitors to the St. Croix Valley. Participating art and artists include exquisite oil paintings

by Mary Pettis, Joyce Staley and Doug Berg, Julie Crabtree with her oneof-a-kind stitched art landscapes; the stunning sculpture of James Shoop, Barbara Johansen’s lively watercolor paintings, Mark Buley’s wood creations that are equally sensitive to the beauty and utility of wood, and the endlessly inventive Loretta Pederson with her fiber art. The gallery will be open on Saturday, Nov. 17, beginning at 5 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 24 and 25, at noon. The art show will stay open for one hour after the theater and music performances end, until roughly 10 p.m. for the Saturday shows and 5 p.m. for the Sunday matinee. The driving force behind this event is the desire of local artists to support one another in unique and creative ways, so all can flourish and continue to create wonderful works of art. Shown above are Joyce Staley and Jim Shoop with a sampling of their work. The whole community is invited to come and browse ... and maybe find the perfect gift for yourself or a friend. - Photo submitted

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Briefly BALSAM LAKE - Free individual business counseling will be held in Balsam Lake on Monday, Nov. 19, offering specialized assistance to small business managers as well as to those interested in starting new businesses. Anyone who would like to discuss plans for starting or expanding a business or who has problems in any area of business development or management will be able to take advantage of professional counsel. The individual appointments, of up to 1-1/2 hours, will be scheduled from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Polk County Local Government Center in Balsam Lake on a first-come, first-served basis. To register for a business counseling session, contact Bob Kazmierski at the Polk County UW-Extension Office, 715-4858608, or by e-mail, bob. kazmierski@ces.uwex.edu. The consultations are held on an individual, confidential basis.

There is no fee for registration and materials. - submitted CORRECTIONS: To become a lifetime member of the Natural Alternative Food Co-op in Luck, there is a one-time fee of $100 that can be paid in full or in four installments of $25. An article in the Leader last week incorrectly stated there is a one-time $100 annual fee to become a member.

We apologize for the error. Also, Nolan Roode, co-op shopper, is 8 years old, not 7. Sorry, Nolan!

••• A story published on page 7 of the Wednesday, Oct. 31, issue of the Leader contained an incorrect first name. In the story and in a photo caption it should read Angel Christianson, not Angela.

The Leader apologizes for the error.

••• The name of Luck High School teacher Dean Roush was incorrectly spelled in a story on the Monday, Oct. 29, meeting of the school board that was printed in last week’s Leader. We apologize for the error.

••• Grantsburg Village President Roger Panek recommends that the new Burnett County transmitter should be located on the village water tower or the present monopole. The story about the Grantsburg tower location in the Wednesday, Oct. 31, Leader could have been interpreted to mean that Panek favored the county/Mosaic proposal. - Gregg Westigard

Luck School referendum sails through Over two-to-one approval on $1.2 million maintenance question

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer LUCK – A $1.2 million referendum question for the Luck School District easily passed voter muster on Nov. 6, winning by nearly a 70-percent margin.

Final results showed the ballot question amassed over 1,200 “yes” votes to just over 500 votes against, with just a small portion of the Town of West Sweden re-

maining to be counted, where only a handful of Luck School District residents vote.

“We really, really appreciate the support,” stated Luck School District Administrator Rick Palmer on election night. “We’ll get to work tomorrow.”

The referendum question was meant to alleviate maintenance issues, primarily to redo approximately 20,000 square feet of roof, about 90 sinks, toilets and urinals, all fire alarms and public address systems, as well as numerous building and grounds repairs, as well as some major plumbing and electrical issues, totaling about $1.2 million, which will be borrowed next

year at likely just over 3 percent interest.

“It’s a great time to borrow money,” Palmer said. The Board of Education literature on the proposal noted that the district will be debt-free by next year, and with the passage of the referendum, the debt load is actually reduced from the current load, essentially making it a “no impact referendum,” according to the literature.

The referendum is not going to have an impact on local tax levies, and Palmer said they will start seeking bids and prepare the finalized plans in the coming weeks and months.

“We’re looking to start the

Parents of Reena Williams pleaded not guilty to child neglect Judge rules enough evidence exists to allow continuance of case

by Sherill Summer Leader staff writer SIREN – A preliminary hearing Wednesday, Oct. 31, brought Jenna Danish, Thomas Williams, their attorneys and multiple witnesses to the Burnett County Courthouse. Both 33-year-old Danish and 42-year-old Williams are charged with neglect of a child resulting in death after the accidental drowning of their 3year-old daughter, Reena Mae Williams, on Aug. 14. She was found in a canal that runs yards from their home in Danbury the following day, Aug. 15, nearly 24 hours after she was reported missing.

Preliminary hearings are held so that judges can decide if the evidence shows probable cause that the defendants committed the crime they are accused of.

This hearing was anything but routine. The district attorney, Bill Norine, both defense attorneys and even Judge Ken Kutz used words such as “unprecedented” and “uncharted waters” to describe the circumstances in this case, with Kutz ruling there was sufficient probable cause for the charges against Danish and Williams to go forward.

Charges were not filed against Danish and Williams for almost

six weeks after the death of their daughter. The police report supporting the charges described a home surrounded by water with no guardrails. It alleged that Williams was smoking synthetic marijuana with two acquaintances the afternoon the girl went missing and described drug paraphernalia and synthetic marijuana found in the residence. It describes a sheet covering a window preventing sight of the river channel, where the girl’s body was found, from the kitchen table, and a family dog that showed signs of neglect. The police report also gave accounts of other instances when the girl was discovered wandering away from her home alone.

The seven witnesses that testified during the preliminary hearing supported the information found in the police report. The synthetic marijuana and drug paraphernalia was not emphasized during the hearing once it was revealed that some synthetic marijuana is legal and that the defendants were not drug tested. The danger inherent in having a home surrounded by water was likened to a home adjacent to a dangerous street in the closing argument, and it was pointed out that there were countless homes on lakes and rivers without protective barriers between the house and the water.

The sheet covering the window got more attention during the hearing because it did block the view of the river channel

where the girl’s body was found from the kitchen table, but without knowing exactly when the girl entered the water, it was impossible to know if anyone was sitting at the table, and it was noted that it was not unusual to have a window covered. A family dog showing signs of neglect was countered by an autopsy report that showed no sign of neglect and witnesses accounts, with prodding from the defense attorneys, that the girl showed no sign of distress in their encounters nor were there any calls to social services.

Kutz, in his ruling, said that he referred to the jury sheets that spelled out what must be proved in a trial to make his ruling, and that he found himself wrestling with some of the phrases found there, but he felt that the evidence taken in totality showed that Reena Mae Williams showed some wanderlust and that a lack of supervision was probable cause enough to continue.

Both defendants pleaded not guilty at the conclusion of the hearing, and the next court appearance is scheduled for Feb. 1, 2013. The preliminary hearing and the next scheduled appearance are joint for both Danish and Williams, but Danish’s attorney indicated that he would file a motion to have separate court appearances. The joint appearance scheduled for February might be the last joint appearance.

work next summer,” he said.

Without those half dozen Town of West Sweden votes, the last count had 1,222 votes in favor and 531 against, carrying eight out of nine district voting precincts.

Election results and implications for western Wisconsin to be discussed on “The West Side” WESTERN WISCONSIN The results of the 2012 presidential, national and state legislative races and their implications for western Wisconsin will be discussed on “The West Side” this Thursday, Nov. 8, at 5 p.m. on 88.3 WHWC/MenomonieEau Claire.

Host Rich Kremer will be joined by the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire’s Geoffrey Peterson, political science department chair, and Mort Sipress, emeritus professor of political science.

Peterson has been with UWEau Claire since 2000 and was trained as an election and political behavior specialist at the University of Iowa. Sipress is a contributor and producer of “The West Side.” Guests will recap the federal and state elections and discuss their effects for western Wisconsin.

Also joining the show will be Dana Wachs, the candidate running for the 91st state Assembly seat unopposed. Wachs will introduce himself to western Wisconsin listeners. Wachs is an Eau Claire resident and trial attorney at Richie, Wickstrom & Wachs LLP law firm in Eau Claire. Wachs currently sits on the Eau Claire City Council.

“The West Side” is a call-in program focused on issues specific to western Wisconsin. The show airs on Thursdays at 5 p.m. on 88.3 WHWC/ Menomonie-Eau Claire and 88.7 WRFW/River Falls. Listeners may call in with questions and comments during the program at 800-228-5615. - from WPR

Election/from page 1 popular vote margins in history.

Burnett County voters actually hold a slight edge in choosing the winning presidential candidate in 13 of 17 elections as Polk voters went for the McCain/Palin ticket four years ago while Burnett voters favored Obama/Biden. That was the first time in six decades a majority of voters in the two counties didn’t back the same presidential candidate.

And the previous elections in which a majority of voters in both counties went for the losing presidential ticket is when they chose Richard Nixon over John Kennedy (1960), Jimmy Carter over Ronald Reagan (1980) and Michael Dukakis over George Bush (1988).

Romney support Unofficial results show Romney won Polk County by an 12,075- to 10,054-vote margin and won Burnett by a 4,541- to 3,981-vote difference. Burnett and Polk were joined by neighboring St. Croix, Washburn and Sawyer counties in voting Republican on the presidential ballot.

Statewide, Obama won by a margin of 52.8 percent to 46.1 percent, or 1,598,022 votes to 1,396,195 for Romney.

Party victories Democrats are celebrating the victory

in the local 75th Assembly District where freshman GOP legislator Roger Rivard lost to Stephen Smith of Shell Lake.

And Tammy Baldwin, a Democrat, defeated former GOP Gov. Tommy Thompson for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by longtime Sen. Herb Kohl.

Baldwin becomes Wisconsin's first female senator and the nation's first openly gay member of Congress' upper body.

Republicans are celebrating local victories over challenges from two area public schoolteachers. In the 28th Assembly District, incumbent Erik Severson defeated challenger Adam Bever of Balsam Lake and in the 10th Senate District, longtime incumbent Sheila Harsdorf defeated challenger Daniel C. Olson of St. Croix Falls.

In Burnett County, incumbent county clerk Wanda Hinrichs, running as a Democrat, was re-elected to a four-year term, defeating challenger Patrice Bjorklund by a margin of 4,714 to 3,557.

Local referendums Luck School District voters approved a $1.2 million referendum with an overwhelming yes vote. See story at top of page 3.

In the Towns of Scott and Swiss in Burnett County, voters voted no in advisory referendums on whether ATV use

should be allowed on town roads. In Scott the vote was 163 yes, 240 no. In Swiss it was 152 yes, 250 no.

In the Towns of Trade Lake in Burnett County and Georgetown in Polk County, voters were asked if they wanted to make the offices of clerk (in Georgetown) and treasurer (in Trade Lake) appointed rather than elected positions.

In Trade Lake the vote was 320 yes, 178 no. No results were available for the Georgetown referendum at press time.

A Turtle Lake School referendum, the second referendum (the first one was defeated in April) to come before voters this past year, asking for permission to exceed the revenue limit for operating capital, passed 900 to 743.

Voter turnout Despite cold and wet weather locally and statewide, voter turnout was strong with an estimated 70 percent of the state’s 4.8 million eligible voters - exceeding the turnout in 2008.

In Polk County, 22,970 votes were cast in Tuesday’s presidential race, compared to 22,570 in 2008, 23,300 in 2004 and 19,700 in 2000.

In Burnett County, 8,646 voters cast ballots compared to 8,700 in 2008, 9,300 in 2004 and 8,100 in 2000. - with information from reporter Gregg Westigard and Wis-

consin Public Radio Unofficial local results Polk/Burnett counties President Mitt Romney (R) Barack Obama (D)

Polk 12,075 10,054

Burnett 4,541 3,981

U.S. Senate Tommy Thompson (R) 10,710 Tammy Baldwin (D) 9,502

4,290 3,991

7th District Congress Sean Duffy (R) 11,533 Pat Kreitlow (D) 8,532

4,518 3,583

75th Assembly District (includes portions of Burnett and Polk counties) Stephen Smith (D) 14,361 Roger Rivard (R) inc. 13,779 28th Assembly District Eric Severson (R) inc.

15,327 Adam Bever (D) 10,947 Burnett County Clerk Wanda Hinrichs (D) inc.

Patrice Bjorklund (R)

4,714 3,557

Please see our Web site, the-leader.net, for any additions, updates or corrections and for the breakdown by municipalities of Polk County returns

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Burnett County election results Presidential State Senate

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Republicans retake Wisconsin Senate

by Chuck Quirmbach Wisconsin Public Radio MADISON - Republicans have regained control of the Wisconsin state Senate, putting them back at full power in the state Capitol.

It appears the GOP will have an 18-15 majority in the Senate. That’s enough of a cushion that if moderates like Sen. Dale Schultz occasionally disagree with party leaders, the GOP will still be in charge and team with the Republican-controlled Assembly and Gov. Scott Walker. Walker issued a statement last night, Tuesday, Nov. 6, saying he looks forward to working with members of both parties to grow the state’s economy and create jobs. The likely

new Senate majority leader, Scott Fitzgerald, says the state budget will dominate the landscape, and perhaps include more tax cuts.

“Income tax collections are up ... so I would never rule out some sort of tax cut,” he says.

Fitzgerald says he also expects pro-mining legislation to be back on the agenda.

Republican Sen. Glenn Grothman thinks

by Glen Moberg the mining bill would pass this time, “Which would be good as far as jobs up Wisconsin Public Radio north and factories in the south.”

WAUSAU - Freshman Republican ConDemocrats may try to slow down the gressman Sean Duffy defeated Democrat Republicans agenda, but how they would Pat Kreitlow last night, Tuesday, Nov. 6, in do that isn’t immediately clear.

Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District.

Duffy bucked a Democratic tide to win reelection in a race targeted by both parties.

The Republican crowd in Wausau had already watched President Obama and Tammy Baldwin sweep Wisconsin. Duffy finally gave them something to cheer about. “This was one of the top targeted seats in the country,” he said. “Nancy Pelosi told us that for her to win back her speakership, she was going to drive right through central Wisconsin.”

Duffy introduced his mother, Carol, described in his campaign ads as a lifelong Democrat, as he revisited one of his themes: changing Medicare to save it from bankruptcy. “We’re working to preserve and protect Medicare for her generation but save it for the next generation,” he said. “And I appreciate it, Mother, thank you. I take your word that you voted for

Duffy wins another term in 7th District me.”

Across town at the Wausau Labor Temple, a Democratic crowd already stoked by the president’s victory welcomed Pat Kreitlow as a hero.

“Stay strong,” he said. “Stay hungry.

Stay in love with this country and this beautiful part of the country and know that my gratitude knows no bounds for this amazing adventure you’ve shared with me.”

To the Democrats, this was supposed to be their district, held for 41 years by Dave Obey. But Obey says it’s not the same district that made him one of the most powerful men in Washington, thanks to a new Republican map.

“When you take out a county like Portage County and Wisconsin Rapids and then you put in St. Croix, when people look at that map it makes it that much harder to get people to believe that you can actually win,” he said.

Duffy defeated Kreitlow by a margin of 59 to 41 percent. More than $7 million was spent on the race.

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Sex offender to reside in Town of Apple River POLK COUNTY – A 28-year-old convicted sex offender will be returning to the local community to live.

Ryan A. Olson will be released from prison Tuesday, Nov. 13, and will be released back to Polk County, the county of residence at the time of his conviction. He will be residing with relatives in the Town of Apple River. He is to be supervised by agents from the Wisconsin Department of Corrections - Probation and Parole Office in Balsam Lake (715-485-3114). Olson will be monitored by DOC’s electronic moni-

toring program and will be on supervision with the DOC until Aug. 8, 2017.

Upon release, Olson is required to be a lifetime registrant with the Wisconsin Sex Offender Registry.

Olson has been convicted of numerous crimes. On July 2, 2003, he was convicted of injury by negligent use of weapon, fourth-degree sexual assault and misdemeanor bail junping. Each of those convictions was based on separate incidents.

On July 26, 2005, Olson was convicted of repeated second-degree sexual assault -

same child. In this case, Olson, who was 19 years old at the time, entered into a sexual relationship with a 14-year-old female.

The two had sexual contact several times between April and May of 2004.

On Oct. 13, 2010, Olson was convicted of felony bail jumping, criminal damage to property and possession of methamphetamine.

State law requires the release of this information to the public.

A footnote to the information supplied to local media included the following

statement: “It is not the intent of the Legislature that this information be used to injure, harass or commit a criminal act against persons named in the release, their families or employers. Anyone who takes any criminal action against the registrant, including vandalism of property, verbal or written threats of harm or physical assault against these registrants, their families or employers is subject to criminal prosecution.” - Greg Marsten

Man faces charges of driving into couple Incident leaves man with fractured hip, injures woman

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – An incident in the early-morning hours of Sunday, Nov. 4, involving a man who drove his car into a couple at a bar is leading to a likely laundry list of charges.

The incident is alleged to have begun when the man was refused service at a bar and then got into his car, revved the en-

gine, put it into gear and drove into a couple walking in front of the car, pinning them into the wall of the bar.

Witnesses on the scene were able to wrangle the driver in, grab his keys and free the pinned man and woman, while also calling for medical assistance.

According to the Polk County Sheriff’s Department, the driver of the car initially identified himself as a 24-year-old man named “Dayne,” but police later found his driver’s license in a pocket, which identified him as Tren James Lyons, 19, Osceola.

The male victim of the incident suffered

a hip fracture, and likely surgery, while the female victim suffered serious bruising.

Police ran Lyons through a series of field sobriety tests, but registered a .33 blood alcohol concentration, and was arrested on numerous charges, including driving while intoxicated, obstruction and reckless endangerment, as well as possible causing injury with his DUI. In an interview with the police, he admitted to being intoxicated, but said he had to drive because “no one else would.”

He also stated that he did not believe the two victims were injured, and said he

“only bumped them.”

Lyons has been charged with felony driving, recklessly causing injury, as well as two counts of misdemeanor DUI, reckless driving, causing bodily harm and obstruction. He appeared before Judge Jeffrey Anderson, where he set a $500 cash bond, with a preliminary hearing set for Dec. 3. Lyons is to have no contact with the two victims of the incident and must not be in taverns or bars.

Updates on the condition of the two victims was not available at press time.

tions of who was actually driving the vehicle, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Department.

Police reports state the crash occurred shortly after a report of the vehicle driving erratically, per witness accounts. That same witness stated that they saw two men leave the vehicle rollover, then run off after seeing the witness using their cell phone.

The Polk County Sheriff’s Department

arrived about 10 minutes later, with two men arriving back on the scene, one admitting he was the registered owner, with the other admitting to being the driver.

Arrested as the driver was Steven A. Larsen, 21, Dresser, who later retracted his admission, and tried to pin the driving on the truck owner, Joshua D. Johnson, 21, St. Croix Falls.

Larsen was taken into custody initially and has since been charged with misde-

meanor failure to keep a vehicle under control, which Johnson is also facing, as well as possible additional charges. Later testimony had Larsen claiming Johnson was intoxicated and lost control of the truck and was driving without a license.

Neither Larsen nor Johnson has court appearances yet, and charges were only filed shortly before press time.

Rollover leaves questions on driver

Both men claim the other was driving, leading to charges against both

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – A rollover crash on Friday evening, Nov. 2, on Hwy. 65, south of Hwy. 8 at Bear Lake Drive, left ques-

Town of Alden considers partnering with DOG Fire Dresser board passes 2013 budget, with minor increase

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer DRESSER – At the regular monthly meeting of the Dresser Village Board on Monday, Nov. 5, village President Rick Flandrena officially revealed that the Town of Alden has approached the village to consider becoming a partner in the Dresser-Osceola-Garfield Fire Association, instead of being part of several local fire departments.

“We’re currently serviced by a total of five fire departments and three ambulance services,” Town of Alden Chairman Brad Johnson told the Leader, the next day after the Dresser meeting.

The Town of Alden is among the most populated towns in Polk County, yet is currently serviced for fire protection by the Amery, New Richmond, Deer Park, DOG and village of Osceola fire departments, depending on the location of the call.

Johnson said that about two years ago, the town board started to look closer at the impact of having so many different fire departments as their providers.

“At that time we began working with Polk County (public protection and dispatch officials) to change the maps,” Johnson said, noting that they reduced the amount of coverage by New Richmond, Amery and Osceola, with more coverage from DOG. “It was primarily a logistics thing,” Johnson said, “having to do with distance from the fire hall(s).”

However, Johnson added that going strictly by distance from the fire halls is not the only consideration, as they have a number of obstacles in the way, in some situations, such as rivers and lakes, which can make it less easy to respond quickly.

“In certain cases, you can’t get there from here,” Johnson joked.

He also said that the other downside is that the town residents have “little or no ownership” in the departments, most of which are purely through service contracts.

“They just say what they’re charging you,” Johnson said, noting that the process may be several years away from a

decision, and may or may not mean a change. “I don’t want to scare any of them (the five departments) into thinking we are going to dump them.”

The committee in charge of studying the issue will likely begin meeting in the next two months, and while the procedure for a change is yet to be determined, Johnson said a representative of each agency and party involved is part of the final committee and recommendations.

“This is by no means a done deal,” Johnson said. “This is pretty much just the first step.”

The DOG Fire has two stations, including one just four miles to the north in Wanderoos, in the Town of Garfield. The DOG Dresser Fire Station No. 1 is just to the northwest of Alden, near Trollhaugen in Dresser.

Flandrena also said the process has only recently started, and confirmed that they have started with assembling a committee to go over the possibility, which includes much more than just adding the town to the fire district map. “(The committee) will discuss costs, feasibility, etcetera,” Flandrena said. “We needed to have a formal letter from them (Alden) to start the process.”

The Town of Alden has just under 1,000 households and is in the very southern portion of Polk County and shares a border with St. Croix County.

The adjusted fire department coverage can have effects on everything from local funding, fire ratings for insurance purposes and more, and is part of what the committee would need to weigh in possibly adding to or becoming a part of the DOG Fire Association.

In other village business: • The Dresser board held a public hearing on the proposed 2013 budget, with only minor changes over the previous year.

“There were a couple of things we could not defer away from,” stated Trustee Greg Andrie, who spoke on behalf of the village finance committee. He noted that state transportation aids for the village had dropped, as did the village’s interest, totaling about $7,700.

Andrie also noted a slight increase in library budgeting, for additional hours, as well as additional expenditures on street signs and debt services.

“Unfortunately, we had to take a little increase,” stated Flandrena, who said the final increase would amount to approximately $11.70 per $100,000 of equalized property value.

The board had a few variables to deal with, mainly due to fire department issues and how they related to equalized property values, but village clerk Jodi Gilbert believed the difference would be about $730.

“I’m pretty sure we can find that within the budget,” Andrie stated.

The board passed the final budget unanimously, which amounted to $441,373 of village tax levy, or about $708.53 per $100,000 of equalized value.

• There was some discussion on how to have residents return their Community Development Block Grant surveys, which is part of an attempt to apply for CDBG for development grants for village residents. Gilbert said they need to achieve at least a 51-percent return rate on low/moderate income residents to qual-

ify. So far, they have less than 27 percent of returns.

“If we’re going to move forward, we need more than what we have returned,” Gilbert said.

There was some discussion of having board members deliver surveys door to door, to facilitate more returns. Village attorney Tim Laux noted several other villages have done that with strong results.

Gilbert said the results were completely internal, and that they would “not be giving the info out to anyone.”

• There was also some discussion on a recent village library survey on things residents would like to see at the facility. The survey is meant to gauge how people use the library, how often they visit and what they would like to see more of in the future.

So far, they’ve received about 10 percent back, which library director Tiffany Meyer hoped would increase in the coming weeks. The survey is available online as well.

Luth Youth in action Faith Luth Youth, the junior and senior high youth group of Faith Lutheran in Balsam Lake, went into action on Saturday, Nov. 3. The group, with Pastor Diane Norstad and confirmation teacher Ginny Meyer, prepped rooms for painting in the Home and Away Ministries building in Luck.

Pastor Mary Ann Bowman, of Bone Lake Lutheran, was gracious in helping get projects ready for the youth to accomplish. Home and Away Ministries is located in the old Pioneer Nursing Home in Luck. They are currently a Ruby’s Pantry distribution site and are working on starting a free medical and dental clinic. - Photo submitted

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Lutheran Lady comedian Janet Martin coming to United Pioneer Home LUCK – Sunday, Nov. 18, at 2 p.m., author and comedian Janet Martin will be performing at the Luck United Pioneer Home. Best known for her book “Growing Up Lutheran” and her comedy routines with co-author Suzann Nelson, Martin calls herself a “NorwegianLutheran farm girl humorist.” Don’t let the Norwegian part put you off. As the co-author of 13 books, audiobooks and novelty stories, Martin has found an enthusiastic audience throughout the Midwest. Her first book, “Growing Up Lutheran,” won the Minnesota Book

Award for Humor in 1998 and was made into the wonderful musical comedy “The Church Basement Ladies.”

Martin speaks at about 50 engagements a year. Her comedy style zeroes in on rural community life, small towns and the idiosyncrasies of rural family dynamics.

Her talks not only celebrate the church basement kitchen and the women who work there, but also focuses on rural Minnesotans, the proper way of doing things in a Scandinavian kitchen, sharing and debating recipes, instructing the young and keeping the pastor on due course

while thoroughly enjoying and tolerating each other.

Funny and down to earth, audiences will enjoy Martin’s portrayal of living, loving and working in a close-knit community. This is most certainly true!

This free program is open to the public. It is sponsored by the Friends of Luck Library through a grant by the Fred C. and Katherine B. Andersen Foundation. - submitted

Hospital merging with Cumberland Medical Clinic CUMBERLAND – Cumberland Healthcare (Cumberland Memorial Hospital and Extended Care Unit, Inc.) will be merging with Cumberland Medical Clinic effective March 1, 2013. Hospital and clinic leadership

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strongly believe, that with all of the challenges in health care today, this model will help ensure that the future health-care needs of the community will be met.

“We are committed to making sure that health care will remain viable to Cumberland area residents for the long term,” said Mike Gutsch, CEO of Cumberland Healthcare. “The hospital and clinic have worked together for many years and this merger will strengthen that relationship. Together we will further affirm our continued partnership with each other and this will strengthen the primary health-care services in our community,” Gutsch further explained.

“This merger is part of the hospital’s plan to continue to provide residents in Cumberland and surrounding areas with exceptional health care into the future. With all of the changes in health-care reform, we believe this truly is a win-win situation for the community,” announced Charles Christensen, Cumberland Healthcare’s chairman of the board.

Come join us in celebrating

Please join us! Meet and greet, learn about excellent friends events and volunteer opportunities and enjoy cake, coffee and tea!

D. Allen & Louise McKinley’s 50th Wedding Anniversary Saturday, Nov. 10, 2-4 p.m.

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“Cumberland Clinic has been in our community for over 50 years and there is an overwhelming desire to keep providing primary care services locally. The clinic will continue to provide high-quality services to patients of all ages. We are extremely pleased that our physician group is committed to this partnership,” Phillip Malley, administrator of Cumberland Medical Clinic, further explained.

“My colleagues and I agree that this merger will be a good opportunity for our community. We will be able to spend more time doing what we enjoy, which is taking care of patients,” said Dr. Alan Carlson. “This merger will allow us to continue to provide health care to this community well into the future,” Carlson stated.

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CUSHING’S ANNUAL VENISON FEED The Cushing Fire Department Will Be Sponsoring Cushing’s Annual Venison Feed

Saturday, November 10th, 2012 At The Cushing Community Center, Cushing, WI Serving Burgers, Scalloped Potatoes, Baked Beans, Coleslaw, Coffee & Milk

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Upcoming Events for the Acorn Pantry, Quality Kitchenware Store/Chattering Squirrel Coffee Cafe.

Saturday, Nov. 3, 6 - 8 p.m.

LE CREUSET SALE EVENT!

Join Chef Jon Dykeman and Le Creuset Rep Deb Apuli for an evening of cooking demonstrations with Le Creuset French Ovens & Braisers, food and wine tastings, gifts with purchase and register to win a 5-1/2-qt. round French oven. Attendees will receive a discount greater than the already reduced prices on the discontinued “classic line” of French Ovens and Braisers. All remaining inventory must go to make room for the new “Signature Line.” RSVPs would be helpful for us to plan our evening.

Saturday, Nov. 10, 6 p.m.

4-COURSE AFTER-HOURS DINNER AT THE CHATTERING SQUIRREL COFFEE CAFE. Join Chef Jon Dykeman for an evening of fine dining and fine wine. The menu is a la carte, and wine is optional but will be specifically paired with each course. Call the Acorn Pantry for a copy of the menu choices and to reserve your table.

Saturday, Nov. 17, 6 - 8 p.m.

DON’T MISS THE SHOPS AT THE LODGE ANNUAL CUSTOMER APPRECIATION EVENT. This is a 2-hour ONLY event with storewide sales and gifts with purchase.

Some favorite stocking stuffers are the Swedish Dishcloths and of course the “Cheese Knife” with many other fun gift ideas arriving daily!

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Thursday, Nov. 29

KNIFE SHARPENING (FREE), 5 - 6 p.m. & KNIFE SKILLS CLASS, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., $35.

Join Wusthof Cutlery Rep Clark Stone from Chicago for a FREE Knife Sharpening Event and a Knife Skills Class. Participants will receive a complimentary 3-1/2” classic paring knife and a pair of kitchen shears (total value $80). You will learn the correct way to choose a knife and how to perform different applications like mince, chop, julienne, chiffonade, and of course, how to keep all your knuckles in the process! Call to reserve your seat.

Saturday, Dec. 8, 6 - 8 p.m.

ACORN PANTRY HOLIDAY COOKIE BAKING CONTEST Call the Acorn Pantry for details and contest rules.

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ith the dawn of another Veterans Day we look back at our local veterans who have been mentioned in stories we’ve published over the past several years.

They are stories of incredible courage and suffering - and resurrections of lives and souls in the wake of horrible experiences. Experiences endured in the name of protecting freedom and building our country into the greatest nation on earth.

There have been many stories of World War II veterans, including that of a local man who endured years in a Japanese prisoner of war camp, another man who fought on the battlefields of France in World War I, a story of a young man who left a local farm to learn to fly fighter planes - and found himself in Luzon in the hours following the attack on Pearl Harbor - never getting his plane off the ground to fight the incoming fighters.

Among us is a survivor of the nearly forgotten Exercise Tiger off the coast of England which claimed more than 900 American servicemen; there was the story of the Korean War soldiers who reunited after 50 years and a man who rejects the word hero although he saved a man’s life following a grenade explosion in Vietnam.

• Joe Heller •

There were more. Needless to say there have been a steady stream of stories of survival spelled out on Leader newsprint.

Perhaps not enough. But enough to tell us that we perhaps never know the depth of the experiences of those we casually know of and live among daily.

This week’s Currents feature “Blind Devotion,” brings us not only into the new age of veterans but also to the inspiring story of a battle to overcome the horrors of war, which seem to remain a constant throughout history.

This story spells out courage from every aspect.

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And it reminds us to thank our veterans at every opportunity. Veterans Day programs are being held throughout the area later this week and each one is inspiring in its own way, with the common goal of saluting veterans.

The photo shown is a photo of Brett Hyde of the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), watching guard over the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington Cemetery in Washington, D.C., during Hurricane Sandy, taken by Sgt. Jose A. Torres Jr. The Old Guard has kept watch day and night over the site in Northern Virginia since 1948 without a moment's lapse.

It’s not the photo currently making the rounds on social media, showing essentially the same scene, only with a driving rain and with the claim it was taken during the hurricane. Some say it was actually taken in September.

It doesn’t much matter. The message is the same. We protect our freedom the way we honor our veterans - 24/7. - Gary King

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Washington, D.C. 20510 715-832-8492 senator_kohl@kohl.senate.gov Rep. Erik Severson (28th District) Room 312 North State Capitol Madison, WI 53708 608-267-2365 • 888-529-0028 FAX: 608-282-3628 rep.Severson@legis.state.wi.us Rep. Roger RIvard (75th District) State Capitol Room 307 North P.O. Box 8952, Madison, WI 608-266-2519 • 888-534-0075 rep.rivard@legis.wi.gov U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson 2 Russell Courtyard Washington, D.C. 20510 202-224-5323 Sen. Robert Jauch (25th District) Room 415 South, State Capitol P.O. Box 7882, Madison, WI 53707 Sen.Jauch@legis.state.wi.us Sen. Sheila Harsdorf (10th District) State Capitol, P.O. Box 7882 Madison, WI 53707 608-266-7745 • 715-232-1390 Toll-free - 800-862-1092 sen.harsdorf@legis.state.wi.us Rep. Nick Milroy (73rd District) Room 8 North, State Capitol P.O. Box 8953, Madison 53708 rep.milroy@legis.state.wi.us

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Connections food shelf needs support more than ever

by Sherill Summer Leader staff writer WEBSTER - For years, Indianhead Community Action Agency’s Connections has helped the community. But now the thrift store and food shelf located on Hwy. 35 two miles south of Webster is in need of community support more than ever.

Connections is the only food shelf that serves the entire county, and according to assistant manager Sarah Keller, the support for the food shelf has dwindled as the use of the food shelf has increased. As a result, the food shelf does not have money to purchase food for the rest of the calendar year.

The timing couldn’t be worse. Keller expects an additional 50 to 60 new individuals to use the food shelf each month as seasonal employment ends. This is on top of the 350 families it already serves each month.

It takes at least 3,000 pounds of food to feed everyone. Last month Connections spent about $1,600 at Second Harvest food bank to buy the food needed for the food shelf. Buying from Second Harvest is an efficient way to purchase food for the food shelf because they can purchase more for the dollar there than individuals can purchase at area stores.

But with the situation as it is, any support is welcome. There are two ways the community can help. They can bring in nonperishable food items, and to encourage this, Connections will have a food drive each Wednesday. For every five

Adeline Ingalls (L), treasurer of the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League at Our Redeemer Lutheran in Webster, hands over a check for $200 to Crystal Meier to help support the food bank at Connections. The money was donated during the annual tea and supplemented with funds from the LWML. - Photo submitted food items donated, a $2 store coupon will be issued.

Giving a cash donation is another way to help. A sizable donation can go a long way as the food will be purchased from Second Harvest, but any amount will help.

Food for Fines campaign

RIGHT: Connections assistant manager Sarah Keller reveals an empty feezer at the Connections food shelf. The food shelf is critically low on food. Worst of all, they don’t have money to purchase food for the next two months. - Photo by Sherill Summer

New Countryside will cater to all FREDERIC – A recent story about the reopening of a restaurant north of Frederic gave the wrong impression - due to the omission of just one word.

New owners Tom and Denise Nelson and Rick and Theresa Kletschka were interviewed and emphasized they will be “catering to the local crowd and not just city people.” The accidental omission of the word “just” in the story left some peo-

ple offended.

“We’ve gotten calls and letters from people who took offense to that,” Tom said. “We just want to make sure people know it was a mistake in printing and not the way we feel.”

The Countryside Supper Club, located just north of Frederic on Hwy. 35, is set to open later this month. – submitted

Thanksgiving Day dinner offered at Bone Lake Lutheran

The Frederic Library promoted a food for fines campaign during October when people could bring in food items to waive their overdue fines. The library collected 541 pounds of food which was given to the Family Pathways Food Shelf. Library staff member Marlene Nelson is delivering some of the donations to volunteer Ben Olson at Family Pathways. – Photo submitted

Having local on the label is good business for Wisconsin wine makers

by Bob Kazmierski Polk County community, natural resource and economic development educator POLK COUNTY/STATEWIDE - With local foods getting marquee treatment on grocery shelves and restaurant menus, Wisconsin wine makers want to make sure they have a place at the table. And they’ve earned it, a recent UW-Madison survey indicates.

The survey of Wisconsin winery owners found that virtually all of them are producing at least one type of wine from grapes and other fruits grown in Wisconsin. The study was conducted by assistant professor and UW-Extension communications specialist Bret Shaw and UW-Madison graduate student Camille Rogers. The two interviewed a sample of 25 wine makers located in Door County, theDriftless region, the Fox River Valley, northern Wisconsin and southeast Wisconsin.

All but one of those interviewed said that they made their product from grapes and other fruits grown in their own region or elsewhere in Wisconsin. Most acknowledged that they sometimes had to buy fruit from out of state, mostly because of uncertain crop yields tied to the state’s climate but expressed a preference for using lo-

cally produced ingredients.

Economics was a big motivation. Local fruit costs less to ship and handle, and it’s also a good marketing tool, the wine makers said. Many indicated that their retail customer base consists largely of tourists seeking a Wisconsin experience or “foodies” looking for unique tasting opportunities, and that branding their products as “local” was a way to appeal to those demographics. For the same reason, a number of winery retail stores also stock complementary Wisconsin-made food products such as artisan cheese and sausage.

But the wine makers also offered intangible reasons for focusing on using locally grown fruits. Most said they felt that buying locally gave them a lighter environmental footprint. And a number of them favored partnering with local growers to strengthen ties to the community. Some of the wine makers said they had ties to local farms that went back a generation or more.

The survey was conducted in partnership with UW-Extension and the Wisconsin Department of Tourism’s Travel Green Wisconsin initiative, the nation’s first statesponsored comprehensive green travel certification program.

RURAL LUCK - A free Thanksgiving Day dinner is being offered again this year by the Bone Lake Lutheran Church, located five miles east of Luck on Hwy. 48, then a half mile south on CTH I. The meal begins at noon on Thursday, Nov. 22, and everyone is welcome to take part. Persons should call the church at

715-472-2535 no later than Monday, Nov. 19, to make reservations. Transportation and takeout is also available.

There will be a freewill offering for World Hunger. Persons are asked to bring canned goods for the local food shelf. - with submitted information

Moose Lodge makes donation for special van

Jerry Vogel (R) hands Dawne Summer a check for $569 raised in a spaghetti-dinner benefit held at the Moose Lodge Sept. 22 . Money from the benefit will be used to purchase a handicapped van. Delaney Summer (shown in the wheelchair) has cerebral palsy. An upcoming surgery scheduled for the end of December will leave Delaney in a cast from her waist to her toes.

Without the handicapped van, Delaney will not be able to travel to her doctor’s appointments in St. Paul, Minn., or anywhere else, other than school. Delaney and her twin sister, Madison, are first-graders at Siren School, where the photo was taken. Shown (L to R) back row are Dick Sweet from the Moose Lodge, Dawne Summer and Jerry Vogel. Shown in the front row are Madison and Delaney Summer. - Photo by Sherill Summer

Thank You

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St. Croix Chiropractic & Wellness moves LEFT: The new location for St. Croix Chiropractic & Wellness is the dramatically renovated home just north of the Festival Theatre in downtown St. Croix Falls at 236 North Washington St. Neighbor Leif Bjornson of Luhrs/Bjornson Artworks across the street gave the business a gift of a lighted pottery planter on Tuesday, Oct. 30. BELOW: Pictured (L to R): Lisa Kaul-Bjornson, Leif Bjornson and Dr. Joy Zasadny. – Photos

by Greg Marsten

A special thank-you to our son Josh and his wife Shannon and our daughter Jolene and her husband Nate for giving us such a wonderful 40th-anniversary party on Saturday, Oct. 20.

Thank you to all who came and helped us celebrate and for the cards and gifts. It was a very special day for us.

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LAURITSEN CHIROPRACTIC OFFICE

SAMANTHA EVERSON BENEFIT

Polk County civils Lewisville, Texas (plaintiff) vs.

James M. Olson, Osceola; Sunday N. Olson, Osceola; Beneficial Wisconsin, Inc., Mettawa, Ill., Midland Funding, Madison (defendants). Foreclosure of mortgage.

Luann Breslin, as a representative of estate of Cody L. Reindahl (plaintiff) vs. ABC Insurance Co., Trempealeau County Healthcare Center, Whitehall; Trempealeau County; Dr. William V. Roberts, Arcadia;

FESTIVAL THEATRE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES BUSINESS MANAGER

United Wisconsin Insurance Co.; Highmark, Inc.; UMR, Wausau (defendants). Plaintiffs claim wrongful death and seek monetary judgment regarding the death of Cody L. Reindahl in September 2011, while he was under the care of the defendants.

Central Bank, as a successor to the RiverBank of Osceola (plaintiff) vs. John W. Worden, Champlin, Minn., W & S Trucking, Inc. St. Croix Falls (defendants). Plaintiff seeks monetary judgment regarding liquidation of previous assets.

Amery Regional Medical Center, Amery (plaintiff) vs.

Joann F. Eastman, Luck (defendant). Plaintiff seeks monetary judgment.

Full-time position with focus on financial management, marketing, human resources and fundraising.

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NOTICE OF POSITION OPENING Technology Support Specialist

E.O.E. - Unity School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability.

Polk County marriages

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT UW-EXTENSION OFFICE

Full-time position available with Burnett County in N.W. Wisconsin. www.burnettcounty.com for further details or 715-349572634 11-12L 2181. Application deadline Nov. 9, 2012. EOE. 1a,b,c

POLK COUNTY POSITION ANNOUNCEMENTS C.N.A. - Golden Age Manor Part-time positions available for P.M. shift (2:30-9 p.m.) & Night shift (10:30 p.m.-6:30 a.m.)

Deadline to apply: Open until filled

$13.12/hr. + shift differential of .40 for pms and .50 for nocs

Heather M. Armatis, Town of McKinley, and Jamie L. Greener, Town of McKinley, issued Nov. 2, 2012.

Burnett County warrants Derek S. Churchill, 20, Hertel, warrant - failure to appear, Nov. 1.

Daniel W. Goodremote, 39, Amery, arrest warrant complaint, Oct. 31.

Shannon M. Holter, 30, Siren, failure to pay fine, Oc.t 29.

Waunita Batiste, 41, Oneida, disorderly conduct, $330.50.

Andrew C. Bearheart, 22, Fairfax, Va., OWI, $804.50, license revoked seven months, ignition interlock for one year

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Matthew C. Matrious, 23, Danbury, warrant - failure to appear, Nov. 1.

Kollene M. Spencer, 38, Danbury, arrest warrant compleint, Nov. 1.

Richard D. Weber, 44, Webster, warrant -

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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 573094

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Position: Unity School District announces the opening of a Technology Support Specialist position beginning with the 2012 - 2013 school year. This 9-month position will provide districtwide technology troubleshooting, training and support as well as software updates, hardware deployment, repair and maintenance.

Required Qualifications: Two-year associate degree in computer/technical support related program, experience configuring and troubleshooting Microsoft Windows 7, familiarity with a wide range of productivity and enterprise software, knowledge of supporting iOS devices and operating systems, experience configuring and troubleshooting networked printers and copiers, diagnosing software and hardware issues, experience in a WAN/LAN environment. Applicants must have excellent documentation, organizational and communication skills. Must be highly self-directed and customer service oriented to successfully work with students, staff and management.

Desired Qualifications: BA/BS in Computer Technology, Information Technology or a related field, experience configuring and troubleshooting tablets (iOS, Android, Windows Mobile, etc.), knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server 2008 and OS X Server, experience working at a help desk/call center and experience working in an educational environment with educational related software programs (Compass Learning, READ 180, Skyward, Promethean, etc.).

How to Apply: Qualified, interested persons should apply by sending a letter of application, district application (available at www.unity.k12.wi.us), resume, copy of license or evidence of license eligibility, transcripts and three (3) letters of recommendation to: Brandon W. Robinson, District Administrator Unity School District 1908 150th Street, Hwy. 46 North 572734 Balsam Lake, WI 54810 7267 11-12L 1-2a,d Deadline: November 21, 2012 - Noon

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FALL SPORTS

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F R E D E R I C • G R A N T S B U R G • L U C K • S T. C R O I X F A L L S • S I R E N • U N I T Y • W E B S T E R CROSS COUNTRY • FOOTBALL • GIRLS GOLF • TENNIS • VOLLEYBALL

State title not in the cards for Luck girls Catholic Central 3, Luck 1

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer GREEN BAY – The Luck Cardinal girls volleyball squad’s Cinderella season ended in a flourish on Friday, Nov. 2, at the WIAA Division 4 state semifinals in Green Bay’s Resch Center, with a 3-1 loss to the eventual state champs, Catholic Central.

Luck stunned the Hilltoppers in the opening set, winning in dramatic fashion, 25-20, and sending a wake-up call to the little private school from Burlington that the Cards team was not fazed by the bright lights and pressure of playing the defending state champions.

The ‘Toppers were solid on defense to open the set, but Luck responded in kind, and took an early lead and held it, capitalizing on a pair of Haley Foeller aces and several decisive kills from Bella Nelson and Camille Marsten to stop Catholic Central from getting back into the lead.

Luck was up by a 23-18 margin when Nelson pumped a rocket into the Resch Center plastic “sport court” flooring, giving the Cards a 24-18 lead. A Marstenstuffed two points later gave Luck the first set, and was a rare set loss for the Hilltoppers, who came into the contest with a 369 overall record.

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Luck Cardinals volleyball team celebrates a fast start to their match against Catholic Central during the state semifinals in Green Bay on Friday, Nov. 2. – Photo by Greg Marsten

State trip ends for Pirate girls in Division 3 Oostburg 3, Grantsburg 0

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer GREEN BAY – The exciting road to the WIAA Division 3 State Volleyball Championships ended in the first round for the Grantsburg Pirates, as they met the eventual state champs, the Oostburg Flying Dutchmen, and fell in a 3-0 contest on Friday, Nov. 2, in Green Bay at the Resch Center.

The Oostburg squad was formidable, and while the Pirates showed phenomenal defensive prowess, they had a hard time converting those defensive digs and saves into points on the other side of the net.

“I believe we lost to a stronger team, but the girls did an outstanding job,” stated Pirate head coach Deb Allaman-Johnson.

“Our defense was fabulous, and if our offense had kicked into gear sooner, it would have been an even bigger battle.”

Indeed, the towering Dutchmen had several players who challenged Grantsburg on almost every return, and while the Pirates were strong in fighting them off, and in fact left the crowd stunned that they were able to fend off those attacks, they couldn’t turn that sparkling defense

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Second-year head coach Deb Allaman-Johnson instructs her Pirates during the state semifinal game against Oostburg on Friday, Nov. 2. – Photo by Greg Marsten

••• MORRIS, Minn. – The St. Scholastica football team held onto a 28-21 victory over the University of Minnesota Morris Saturday, Nov. 3, securing a three-way tie for the Upper Midwest Athletic Conference title. The Saints were then randomly drawn out of the three colleges to represent the UMAC in the NCAA Division 3 playoffs for the second straight season. Among those on the roster is Cory Gebhard, a 2010 graduate of St. Croix Falls who has been a playmaker for St. Scholastica all season long. The junior wide receiver had seven receptions for 78 yards and two touchCory Gebhard downs against Morris last weekend. He leads the team in scoring with eight touchdown catches and is second overall in yards with 32 receptions for 498 yards for an average of 15.56 yards per catch. Gebhard is the leading punt returner with 232 yards on 23 returns, and kickoff return specialist with a team-leading 177 yards on five returns including a 90-yard return for a touchdown. The Saints will find out who and where they’ll be playing on Sunday, Nov. 11, when Division 3 teams wrap up the regular season. The Saints have a bye week coming up this weekend and will finish the regular season 8-2 overall and 7-1 in the UMAC. – with information from csssaints.com ••• WINONA, Minn. – The Black River Falls versus Somerset Level 4 football game is being broadcast on 104.9 FM on Friday, Nov. 9, beginning at 7 p.m.

The Sunday, Nov. 11, Lions at Vikings football game can be heard on 104.9 FM beginning at noon. Wisconsin at Indiana football is on 1260 AM beginning at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 10.

The Southeastern Louisiana at Wisconsin basketball game is on 1260 AM beginning at 1 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 11.

The Wisconsin at Florida basketball game is on 1260 AM on Wednesday, Nov. 14.

••• LEADER LAND – Leader Sports strives to follow the college careers of area athletes. If you know of an athlete playing collegiate sports in 2012 who hasn’t been mentioned, send us an email or call and we’ll take it from there.

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

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Luck volleyball/continued The ‘Toppers recovered in the second set and went up 14-10 before the Cards started to stumble. They had several strong volleys, and a strong Jenni Holdt kill gave Luck some momentum, but Catholic Central kept the heat on, and began to capitalize on unforced Cardinal errors. After a Jaimee Buck ace, Luck got within two points at 21-19 before ‘Toppers head coach Mae-Mae Oberhofer called a time-out to chill the Cardinal steam.

It worked, and they held Luck in place, winning 25-19 and evening the contest at 1-1.

The third set was a back-and-forth stalemate for the first 20 or so points, with Luck leading for the start, but Catholic Central came back and again used unforced errors to gain an edge and keep it, jumping to an 18-11 lead and stretching that to 22-13 before long.

The Cards could not keep their early momentum and ended up falling 25-17 to give the ‘Toppers a 2-1 lead.

Luck’s early steam began to fade as the morning wore on, and while the fourth set started as all Catholic Central, Luck recovered on several impressive digs and generally strong defense to get back in the game and keep the fires lit and the carriage horses warm.

The Cards trailed by a 21-13 margin for a spell, before they woke back up and used steady defense to get back in striking distance, even challenging the ‘Toppers at 24-21 and almost stunning them again, but they woke up too late, and Catholic Central was able to wait for an opening to get the final point, 25-22, for a 3-1 victory and a chance to play in the final the next day against Newman Catholic.

The ‘Toppers cruised past Newman in a three-set sweep on Saturday, Nov. 3, winning their fifth state championship.

“It’s not the ending we wanted, but what a great place to end our season, Green Bay girls state volleyball,” Cardinal head coach Jen Nelson said. “It was such a great experience for the girls, memories that will last them a lifetime. Every player on our team had a huge part of the team’s success this season.”

Luck not only achieved their first-ever state volleyball berth, they also had a number of firsts, like tying with powerhouse Grantsburg to share the West Lakeland Conference title with duel 11-1 records. Luck also rolled through their regional and sectional playoffs without a single set loss until Green Bay. They spent much of the season ranked near the top of Division 4 state coaches polls and showed they were deserving in their first-ever appearance at the Resch Center.

Notables for the contest included 19 defensive digs for Buck, 11 for Tessa Clemenson and 10 for Nelson. Whitney Petersen added five more, with Marsten and Hannah Karl adding four each. Junior setter Clemenson also had an impressive 32 assists in the contest.

Juniors Nelson and Marsten tallied 19 and 13 kills, respectively, while sophomore Angela Gore notched eight more, with senior Ashley Dexter adding four more. Jenni Holdt added another key kill,

Angela Gore eyes the ball for a kill against Catholic Central.

The Cardinal volleyball team erupts with excitement after a set win over Catholic Central. – Photo by Greg Marsten

Katelyn Dinnies sang the national anthem prior to the Luck Cardinals volleyball game at state.

Tessa Clemenson sets the ball at state. as well as a pair of assists.

“My girls played outstanding this year.

I knew coming into the season, having seen the girls during summer workouts and summer leagues, that we had a ton of talent,” Nelson said. “The thing that made me most proud about this team was the way they worked together out on the court. They were an amazing example of we not me!”

Nelson praised the leadership of their graduating seniors, Taylor Joy, Buck, Karl and Kylie Rich, and also noted how they all seemed to adjust to new systems and training this season.

“To their credit, they bought into my system, and my coaching, and showed a mental toughness that great teams have,” she said, noting that the program will only continue to grow and expand upon their Green Bay successes.

“Next year the team will only improve.

We will have a solid group of juniors returning as seniors and our sophomore class is deep with talent,” she said. “What we will be working on is filling those holes left by our special seniors, and just

Luck senior Hannah Karl receives the ball against Catholic Central. continuing to work on all aspects of our games. The team sets high goal for themselves, and we strive to reach those goals.”

The Cardinals were by far the smallest school at the state tourney, and while Cinderella may have missed her midnight cue and the horses looked more like mice again, the Luck squad had some of the most vocal fans and colorful support on that first-ever carriage ride. They even had a strong contingent of fans wearing Grantsburg purple on their side of the Resch Center, showing a unique West Lakeland Conference solidarity that played out in reverse for the Pirates match later that day.

“The girls have continued to raise the bar of expectations for themselves and the team, and we will continue to build a winning tradition,” Nelson said.

It seems success can be contagious.

Junior Whitney Petersen bumps the ball back over the net against Catholic Central.

The Luck volleyball team gathers for a quick photo before heading into the Resch Center in Green Bay in preparation for their state semifinal game against Catholic Central. – Photos by Jenna Clemenson unless otherwise noted

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“We had some setter/hitter communication issues that caused some problems on our court,” she said, later noting the Dutchmen’s offensive combo of setter/outside hitter Jo-Leigh VerVelde and outside hitter Abby VanStelle, acted like dual Gatling guns at times from the right.

“We had to adjust our defense to Oostburg’s very dominant right-side attack,” she said. “Kylie (Pewe) did an outstanding job passing those big hits to target as if they were free balls.”

As a setter, Pewe was all over the court, and while she did a solid job of feeding sky-high hitter Macy Hanson, the girls from Oostburg seemed ready, and continually fended those shots off.

The Dutchmen were making a return visit in the Division 3 finals and were defending state champs, and they showed it.

While no local team has ever made as many trips to Green Bay for the state title as Grantsburg, this was their 13th time, they simply could not match the much taller and more aggressive Dutchmen.

Oostburg kept their distance in the first set, and it was back and forth until the 20s,

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There were several extended volleys in the second set, with Oostburg maintaining a slight lead most of the way, but they distanced themselves by half a dozen as they approached 20 points, and never looked back, in spite of the Pirate’s defensive prowess.

But as Allaman-Johnson noted, her Pirates started to find their groove and Oostburg’s weaknesses in the third set, and even led for a spell, until the Dutchmen called a timeout and seemed to get back on the tracks at 10-10.

While the Pirates had a hard time keeping their defensive digs in bounds, the Oostburg squad used the one-two punch of VerVelde and VanStelle to great effect, and seemed to smell blood in the water, staying point for point with Grantsburg, staying virtually tied until the 20s, when Pirate senior Sam Schwieger dropped a perfect ace serve on Oostburg, giving Grantsburg a brief lead.

The set was tied at 23-23 when the Dutchmen dropped a pair of wicked kills to win, 25-23, and take the match in a three-set sweep. Oostburg later went on to defeat Oconto in a four-set contest on Saturday for their third state title.

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Allaman-Johnson said. “Oostburg is very talented, and they’re about a head taller than most of our team.”

The Pirates came loaded with a bevy of senior talent, and while they were not the tallest squad around, they certainly had as much extended playoff experience as any team in Green Bay. “The most difficult part is saying goodbye to nine wonderful seniors,” AllamanJohnson said. “I will genuinely miss their positive leadership, solid work ethic and delightful personalities.”

Notables for the contest included 12 kills for Schwieger, seven for RuthAnn Pedersen, six for Stacey McKenzie, five for Hanson and four for Pewe, who also added 15 assists to her tally. Also strong in assists was Wendy Roberts, who added nine of her own to the mix. Hanson and Pewe added 17 and 19 digs, respectively, and Jen Schwieger added nine more to the Pirate efforts.

The day was a double-whammy of disappointment for a large squadron of West Lakeland Conference fans, as the Pirates had a throng of Luck fans who stayed to watch their conference neighbors and favorite rivals compete in what proved to be a very solid pool of Division 3 teams.

“It was pretty neat to be at the state tournament with another strong team in our conference,” Allaman-Johnson noted, as the Pirates had a solid section of Cardinal red Luck fans cheering them on from section 221 up above. “Luck had a great season, and we extend congratulations to them.”

In spite of neither team taking home the gold ball of a state championship, it is safe to say that some of the best volleyball in the Midwest is played on Lakeland Conference courts.

Wendy Roberts sets the ball for a teammate during the state semifinal game against Oostburg.

Pirates senior Arikka Davison serves the ball across the net. – Photos by Jenna Clemenson

RuthAnn Pedersen tips the ball over the net during the state semifinals.

Grantsburg senior Kylie Pewe sets the ball for a kill during the state semifinals.

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Luck ends eight-man campaign with a win

North teams dominate southern half of the state

Luck 49, Green Bay NEW Lutheran 38

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer SCHOFIELD – The four best eight-man football teams in the north battled the top four teams from the south at the end-ofthe-year jamboree held in Schofield on Saturday, Nov. 3, and at the end of the day, the north prevailed.

“We finally got healthy and it showed in our last game,” said Luck coach Don Kendzior, who saw his Cardinals pull out a 49-38 win on Saturday. “We physically dominated the game with Green Bay NEW Lutheran.”

The first game of the day featured the No. 4 seeded Bruce Red Raiders with a 388 win over Stockbridge, and New Auburn with a 40-14 win over Elkhart Lake-Glenbeulah at the No. 3 seed. The Prairie Farm Panthers, who defeated Luck earlier in the season, upended Abundant Life/St. Ambrose 70-14 to become the eventual eightman champion out of the 16 programs competing across the state.

The Cardinals faced a solid Blazers team that finished second in the Independent League standings and entered the game with just one loss on the season to Abundant Life/St. Ambrose, who played in the championship game against Prairie Farm.

But Luck got the momentum on their side early in the game when Trent Strapon ran it into the end zone for a 1-yard score, and with the extra point by Jan Rozulmalski, the Cards took a 7-0 lead.

The Blazers answered Luck with a 13yard touchdown run but the two-point attempt was halted to preserve the one-point lead. Luck never did surrender the lead from the first quarter on, and led 15-12 at the half with help from an 18-yard Strapon pass to Evan Armour, who connected again with the senior Armour for a two-point conversion to solidify the threepoint halftime lead.

“Our seniors were verbally challenged the last game … we asked them how they wanted to be remembered … in all of our coaches minds they will be remembered as a dominating team, especially from their last performance,” Kendzior said.

The Cardinals pulled out a dominating performance in the second half, scoring 22 unanswered points in the third quarter.

Strapon, who completed eight of 13 passes

Luck’s Karsten Petersen gets a face full after a great catch. – Photo by Al Tomlinson

Cardinal lineman Trevor Dexter drags down a Blazer football player during a Luck Cardinal victory in the eight-man jamboree in Schofield on Saturday, Nov. 3. – Photos by Mark Bell, Barron News-shield unless otherwise noted

Luck quarterback Trent Strapon is upended by a Blazers football player after a 6-yard run. for 104 yards and two touchdowns, first connected with Armour on a 15-yard touchdown pass, and another to Karsten Petersen for 47 yards to help put the Cardinals up 31-12. Luck took a 37-12 lead on a 41-yard run by Armour before the Blazers answered back on a 52-yard touchdown pass before the end of the third quarter.

The Blazers did manage to pull within 11 points midway through the fourth quarter but the Cardinals proved too much to handle. Brodie Kunze scored first

in the fourth quarter, and Armour scored his second touchdown of the game on a 39-yard touchdown run. Despite a late fourth-quarter score by the Blazers, the Luck Cardinals proved they were the dominant team on Saturday.

“From our motto all year, ‘leave no doubt’ was implanted on anyone’s minds who watched us perform in the eight-man jamboree. This was an exciting season with a record of 8-2. Hopefully more teams will notice that eight-man football is real football,” said Kendzior, who

Luck senior Kyle Hunter looks for someone to block. – Photo by Al Tomlinson

Luck senior Evan Armour hauls in a touchdown pass from teammate Trent Strapon. added that an eight-man all-star game is being talked about for next season, and more teams are rumored to be showing more interest in making the switch to eight-man in the future.

The Cardinals had seven seniors on the team this year including Armour, Kunze, Joe Christensen, Rozumalski, Kyle Hunter, Alex Richey and Eric Blaser, but the Cardinals are already looking to next year as they will enter the second year of eight-man football.

“Our motto for next year will be ‘we don’t rebuild – we reload,’” said Kendzior.

Final stats from Saturday’s game showed Armour as the team’s leading rusher with 143 yards on 12 carries, and Kunze with 80 yards on 20 carries.

Strapon carried the ball 18 times for 69 yards.

The Luck defense shined throughout the game with Hunter leading the team with 14 tackles, seven assists and was in on one sack. Armour had 11 tackles, five assists and was in on one sack with Kunze, who had nine tackles and two assists. Petersen also had nine tackles with two assists including an interception, and Strapon had five tackles and three assists.

Blaser recorded three tackles and three assists with one sack for a loss of 3 yards and McGinnity had two tackles and a sack for a loss of 3 yards. Sophomore Trevor Dexter led the team in sacks with two, for a loss of 6 yards.

Luck’s offensive attack gets a little help from the line on Saturday, Nov. 3 – Photo by Al Tomlinson

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Luck Cardinals volleyball and football pep rally

The Luck football team had a successful week in sports, complete with a pep rally and a big win over Green Bay NEW Lutheran at the eight-man jamboree Saturday, Nov. 3.

Luck junior Tessa Clemenson dons some unique headgear at a Luck pep rally held at the high school.

The future generation of the Luck School District gathers in support of their Luck Cardinals volleyball and football teams. – Photos by Jenna Clemenson

A close-knit Cardinals volleyball team enjoys a laugh together during a pep rally at the Luck High School.

Grantsburg state action

Sam Schwieger sends the ball over the net for the Pirates. – Photos by Jenna Clemenson

Macy Hanson and Stacey McKenzie celebrate another Pirates point.

Grace Corbin gets a bead on the ball during the state semifinal game Friday, Nov. 2.

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Fans supporting Luck at state competition

ABOVE: The Luck Cardinals cheering section was in full force at state. RIGHT: The Luck rowdy section cheers on their Cardinals team as they enter the Resch Center in Green Bay. – Photos by Jenna Clemenson

AREA BOWLING RESULTS Hacker’s Lanes

Sunday Afternoon Youth Standings: Back 2 The North 16.5, The Bowlers 15, A.J.R. 15, DCF 14.5, Team 13, We Bowl 10.

Boy’s games: Kyle Hunter (TB) 214, Jordan Bazey (TB) 204, Austin Bruss (DCF) 181.

Boy’s series: Jordan Bazey (TB) 575, Kyle Hunter 512, Zach Schmidt (TB) 498.

Girl’s games: Avery Steen (AJR) 179, Julia Owens (DCF) 174.

Girl’s series: Avery Steen (AJR) 488, Julia Owens (DCF) 393.

Team games: The Bowlers 565, DCF 513, A.J.R. 485.

Team series: The Bowlers 1585, DCF 1311, A.J.R. 1301.

Monday Afternoon Retired Standings: Bears 25, Vultures 19, Night Hawks 19, Eagles 19, Hummingbirds 18, Swans 14, Badgers 14.

Men’s games (Handicap): Jack Bueckler 218, Tony Deiss 215, Buster Hinrichs 204.

Men’s series (Handicap): Tony Deiss 595, Buster Hinrichs 553, Roger Christenson 546.

Women’s games (Handicap): Marge Traun 235, Barbara Austad 218, Sharon Christenson 209.

Women’s series (Handicap): Marge Traun 591, Pearl Noble 565, Jackie Giller 553.

Team games (Handicap): Swans 779, Badgers 758, Bears 756.

Team series (Handicap): Swans 2215, Bears 2182, Hummingbirds 2141.

Tuesday Classic Standings: Yellow Lake Lodge 73.5, Bottle Shop 67.5, Great Northern Outdoors 66, Pioneer Bar 60, Northern Home & Improvement 43.5, House of Wood 40.5.

Individual games: Ed Bitler 277, Brett Daeffler 258, Dale Frandsen 246.

Individual series: Ed Bitler 726, Brett Daeffler 667, Dale Frandsen 634.

Team games: Great Northern Oudoors 675, Yellow Lake Lodge 629, Pioneer Bar 623.

Team series: Great Northern Outdoors 1901, Yellow Lake Lodge 1761, Northern Home & Improvement 1722.

Consecutive strikes (5 or more): Ed Bitler 9x = 277, Jason Pearson 6x = 233, Butch Hacker Jr. 5x = 232.

Games 50 pins or more above average: Ed Bitler 277 (+78), Dale Frandsen 246 (+69), Brett Daeffler 258 (+51).

Series 100 pins or more above average: Ed Bitler 726 (+129), Dale Frandsen 634 (+103).

Splits converted: 4-9: Maynard Stevens.

4-7-9: Jason Pearson.

Wednesday Night Early Standings: S&S Tree Bird Shoppe 22.5, Skol Bar 22, Lake Services Unlimited 22, Daeffler’s Quality Meats 21, Pioneer Bar 17, Cummings Lumber 17, Larsen Auto Center 13.5, Stotz & Co. 9.

Individual games: Mark Bohn (SB) 256, Jeremy Anderson (SB) 251, Daryl Bazey (DQM) 246.

Individual series: Mark Bohn (SB) 693, Jeremy Anderson (SB) 655, Daryl Bazey (DQM) 645.

Team games: Skol Bar 978, 963 & 944.

Team series: Skol Bar 2885, Cummings Lumber 2736, Pioneer Bar 2637.

Thursday Early Standings: Red Iron Studios 10, Grindell Law Offices 10, American Family Siren 9, Wikstrom Construction 9, Daeffler’s Quality Meats 4, Fab Four 4, Hell Raisers 3, Kinetico 3.

Individual games: Ed Bitler (RIS) 243, Brian McBroom (AFS) 223, Blake Douglas (GLO) 215.

Individual series: Ed Bitler (RIS) 676, Brian McBroom (AFS) 584, Dennis Lieder (AFS) 574.

Team games: American Family Siren 633, Red Iron Studios 603, Grindell Law Offices 581.

Team series: American Family Siren 1693, Red Iron Studios 1661, Grindell Law Offices 1474.

Consecutive strikes (5 or more): Ed Bitler 6x = 243, Brian McBroom 5x = 223.

Games 50 pins or more above average: Blake Douglas 215 (+58).

Series 100 or more above average: Dennis Lieder 574 (+103).

Splits converted: 2-7: Mike Sullivan. 310: Don McKinney. 4-7-10: Travis McKenzie.

Friday Night Ladies Standing: Pin Heads 48.5, Junque Art 40, SKM 39.5, The Leader 35, Frederic Design 26.

Individual games: Dorothy Barfknecht 191, Gail Linke 190, Linda Richter 189.

Individual series: Gail Linke 545, Dorothy Barfknecht 518, Linda Richter 481.

Team games: SKM 640, The Leader 638, Junque Art 614.

Team series: SKM 1842, The Leader 1761, Pin Heads 1753.

Games 50 or more above average: Dorothy Barfknecht; Linda Richter.

Splits converted: 5-10: Judy Mravik, Sheila Hansen. 8-3-10: Judy Mravik. 3-10: Jessica Owens, Myrna Magnuson.

McKenzie Lanes

Monday Night Madness Standings: Alleycats 38, Eagle Lounge 35, Bon Ton 28, Mishaps 27.

Individual game: Judy Maier 189, Lois Murphy 173, Pam Alleva 164.

Individual series: Pam Alleva 463, Lois Murphy 459, Debbie Swanson 456.

Team games (Handicap): Eagle Lounge 643, Alleycats 626.

Team series (Handicap): Eagle Lounge 1813, Alleycats 1808.

Monday Night Ladies Standings: McKenzie Lanes 81, Wolf Creek Log Furniture 77, Milltown Appliance 75.5, Metal Products 75, Edina Divas 71, Alyeska Contracting 67, Frederic Truck & Trailer 62.5, Bye 29.

Individual games: Mary Peckman 196, Jane Smith 193, Pattie Johnson 191.

Individual series: Pattie Johnson 503, Jane Smith 501, Helen Leggitt 494.

Team games (Handicap): Frederic Truck & Tractor 890.

Team series (Handicap): Frederic Truck & Tractor 2460.

Tuesday Women’s Standings: Tomlinson Insurance 93.5, Kindred Spirits 93, Hauge Dental 91.5, Custom Outfitter 90, Country Gals 65.5, LC’s Gals 62, Kassel Tap 59, Gutter Dusters 57.5.

Individual games: Shirley Wiswell 251, Lana McKenzie 214, Norma Hauge 193.

Individual series: Shirley Wiswell 630, Patty Walker 536, Lana McKenzie 532.

Team games (Handicap): Hauge Dental 845, LC’s Gals 815, Gutter Dusters 814.

Team series (Handicap): Hauge Dental 2424, Gutter Dusters 2366, Kindred Spirits 2362.

Tuesday Night Men’s Standings: The Dugout 26, Dream Lawn 23.5, Nel-Lo-Hill Farm 22.5, McKenzie Lanes 22, Centurview Park 21.5, Hack’s Pub 19.5, The Cobbler Shop 13, Steve’s Appliance 12.

Individual games: Donny Potting Jr. 279, Darren McKenzie 275, Craig Willert 257.

Individual series: Donny Potting Jr. 782, Darren McKenzie 723, Craig Willert 715.

Team games (Hadicap): Dream Lawn 1289.

Team series (Handicap): Dream Lawn 3464.

Wednesday Early League Standings: Dalles House 44, Adamark Repair 36, Gehrman Auto Body 34, Greatland Transportation 30, Cutting Edge 30, Balsam Branch Transport 28, Suzie Q’s 16, Bye 6.

Men’s games: Jason Steffen 246, Mark Kamish 243, Mike Welling 232.

Men’s series: Mike Welling 669, Jason Steffen 622, Merlin Fox 611.

Women’s games: Brenda Lehmann 171, Justine Melin 170, Janice Fox 146.

Women’s series: Brenda Lehmann 451, Justine Melin 426, Janice Fox 418.

Team games (Handicap): Suzie Q’s 660.

Team series (Handicap): Dalles House 1852.

Wednesday Night Men’s Standings: Tiger Express 8, Harvest Moon 8, Hanjo Farms 6, Dalles Electrician 4, Edina Realty 4, Reed’s Marina 2, McKenzie Lanes 0, Davy’s Construction 0.

Individual games: Greg Dick 264, Darren McKenzie 258, Jake Jerrick 246.

Individual series: Darren McKenzie 752, Greg Dick 649, Gordy Johnson 634.

Team games (Handicap): Tiger Express 1048, Harvest Moon 1005.

Team series (Handicap): Tiger Express 3045, Harvest Moon 2891.

Black & Orange

Early Birds Standings: Yellow River Saloon 23-9, Black & Orange 17.5-14.5, Gandy Dancer Saloon 12-20, The Tap 11.5-20.5.

Individual games: Claudie Peterson (B&O) 180, Marcy Viebrock (B&O) 169, Sally Casey (YRS) 164.

Individual series: Sally Casey (YRS) 475, Marcy Viebrock (B&O) 463, Donna Crain (B&O) 456.

Team games: Gandy Dancer Saloon 940, Black & Orange 910, Yellow River Saloon 903.

Team series: Yellow River Saloon 2643, Gandy Dancer Saloon 2630, Black & Orange 2573.

Monday Night Men’s Standings: Larry’s LP 18-14, Black & Orange 18-14, Ed’s Logging 15-17, Player Motorsports 13-19.

Individual games: Josh Johnson (L) 215, Curt Phelps (EL) 198, Jack Witzany (L) 192.

Individual series: Josh Johnson (L) 541, Art Bliven (L) 540, Jack Witzany (L) 537.

Team games: Larry’s LP 974, Ed’s Logging 922, Player Motorsports 900.

Team series: Larry’s LP 2903, Ed’s Logging 2659, Player Motorsports 2565.

Games 50 or more above average: Josh Johnson 215 (+56).

Tuesday Tippers Standings: Main Home Services, Gob’s Gals, A&H Country Market, West Point Lodge.

Individual games: Jane Gosselin (A&H) 212, Sally Kabus (MHS) 211, Marilyn Needham (sub) 210.

Individual series: Nancy Growe (MHS) 589, Marilyn Needham (sub) 575, Jan Budge 570.

Team games: Gob’s Gals 785, Main Home Services 765, A & H Country Market 759.

Team series: Gob’s Gals 2221, Main Home Services 2187, A & H Country Market 2136.

TNT Standings: Cashco 21-15, Flower Power 21-15, Larry’s LP 18-18, Homestead Cafe 12-24.

Individual games: Jennifer Kern (L) 178, Cheryl Scallon (C) 168, Connie Lundeen (L) 164.

Individual series: Jennifer Kern (L) 491, Cheryl Scallon (C) 462, Sue Eytcheson (FP) 453.

Team games: Flower Power 885, Larry’s LP 862, Homestead Café 858.

Team series: Flower Power 2474, Homestead Café 2431, Larry’s LP 2412.

Others (triplicates, all-spare games, etc): Millie Hansen – triplicate (132).

Wednesday Night Men’s Standings: Cashco 26-6, Lions 21-11, Black & Orange 19-13, Zia Louisa’s 15-17, Pheasant Inn 14-18, Vacant 1-31.

Individual games: Tony Wilson (B&O) 203, Bruce Norstrem (C) 190, Mike Anesi (ZL) 189.

Individual series: Ed Phelps (ZL) 519, Roger Tollander (C) 513, Fred Zajac (C) 496.

Team games: Cashco 949, Zia Louisa’s 890, Black & Orange 885.

Team series: Lions 2566, Black & Orange 2555, Cashco 2528.

Early Risers Standings: Gayle’s Northwoods Hair Design 24-12, Black & Orange 20-16, Gandy Dancer 16-20, 10th Hole 12-24.

Individual games: Lorene Breignan (GD) 176, Pam Dildine (10th) 168, Millie Hansen (GNHD) & Phyllis Myers (B&O) 157.

Individual series: Pam Dildine (10th) 436, Donna Crain (GD) 424, Evie Enge-

bretson (GNHD) 415.

Team games: Gandy Dancer 708, Black & Orange 701, 10th Hole 693.

Team series: 10th Hole 2044, Gandy Dancer 2036, Gayle’s Northwoods Hair Design 2033.

Thursday Night Ladies Standings: Dolls w/Balls 22-6, Yellow River Saloon 13-15, Pour House 11-17, Rollettes 10-18.

Individual games: Jacquelyn Churchill (Dw/B) 204, Audrey Pardun (YRS) 186, Daphne Churchill (Dw/B) 177.

Individual series: Jacquelyn Churchill (Dw/B) 519, Audrey Pardun (YRS) 473, Daphne Churchill (Dw/B).

Team games: Dolls w/Balls 726, Yellow River Saloon 684, Rollettes 677.

Team series: Dolls w/Balls 2109, Yellow River Saloon 2004, Pour House 1969.

Friday Afternoon Mix Standings: Tasmanian Devils 14-10, Fantastic Four 13-11, Mis-Splits 12-12, Bowling Buds 9-15.

Men’s games: Jerry Burnham (BB) 220, John Vanous (TD) 199, Jim Thompson (MS) 197.

Men’s series: Jerry Burnham (BB) 545, John Vanous (TD) 514, Jim Thompson (MS) 483.

Women’s games: Jean Thompson (M) 177, Vicki Wier (TD) 169, Laurie Lundeen (FF) 161.

Women’s series: Jean Thompson (M) 476, Vicki Wier (TD) 431, Laurie Lundeen (FF) 423.

Team games: Tasmanian Devils 851, MisSplits 850, Fantastic Four 826.

Team series: Mis-Splits 2361, Tasmanian Devils 2346, Fantastic Four 2307.

Denny’s Downtown Lanes

Sunday Afternoon Mix Standings: Wild Ones 38.5, Spare Us 36, Hi-Low Rollers 34, Sisters D 17.5.

Individual games: Jim Loomis 204, 192 & 167.

Individual series: Jim Loomis 563, Jamie Mier 467, Scott Lamphere 434.

Team games: Spare Us 294, Wild Ones 280 & 246.

Team series: Wild Ones 772, Spare Us 760, Hi-Low Rollers 671.

Wednesday Night Men’s Standings: Boyd’s Outdoor Power 30, Wood River Pharmacy 28, Radio Shack 25, Grantsburg Sanitary 20, Fiedler Ford 12, Dummy Team 11.

Individual games (Handicap): Mike Chell 247, Chris Olson 247, Tom Tom 241.

Individual series (Handicap): Mike Chell 639, Chris Olson 635, Dennis Hanson 627.

Team games (Handicap): Radio Shack 1030, Wood River Pharmacy 1004, Fiedler Ford 974.

Team series (Handicap): Radio Shack 2868, Grantsburg Sanitary 2850, Boyd’s Outdoor Power 2770.

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rumor has it that Lakeland Conference athletic representatives might be pooling resources to purchase a facsimile state championship trophy to be issued to Prairie Farm in lieu of an official WIAA state championship. Strange, if true.

Inspiring intro Yes, that decorated 1980s Siren athlete and current boys basketball assistant, Dino Oustigoff, welcomed guests to the 2012 Siren High School fall sports athletic banquet Tuesday night. Attendees say that the ex-Dragon demonstrated the kind of public speaking acumen generally reserved for motivational speakers and those who succeed in the political arena.

Gopher state whitetail Yes, that was Siren freshman athlete Aaron Ruud who downed a very handsome 6-year-old buck across the river last week. Young Ruud has family roots over in Minnesota, including those planted by

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his dad, Siren title-winning boys (and former girls) basketball coach Jon Ruud, and grandpa, Ken Belanger, of current Frederic High School football coaching fame.

What goes around ...

The Glenwood City Hilltoppers football team earned a convincing victory over Frederic’s Level II foe Pepin/Alma last Saturday, Nov. 3. Did you know that Glenwood City High School is the alma mater of longtime FHS football assistant and successful girls head hoop coach Troy Wink?

Grantsburg grad continues grappling career Spies working the college beat indicate that 2011 GHS graduate, former Pirate football star and two-time WSFLG allconference wrestler Brent Johnson is continuing his career at Itasca Community College in Grand Rapids, Minn. Wrestling at 141 pounds in his

team’s first invitational tournament last weekend, Johnson earned a second-place finish.

U-S-A! U-S-A! Perhaps it’s only fitting that newly reelected President Barack Obama relaxed with a spirited game of basketball while waiting for election returns in Chicago Tuesday afternoon, Nov. 6. Basketball was invented by Dr. James Naismith in Springfield, Mass., back in 1891 and is enjoyed by thousands of young Wisconsinites. Leader Land boys teams Frederic, Webster and Unity will open WIAA action next Thursday, Nov. 15. Check out the Swami’s first round of basketball predictions in next week’s Leader. Will he be able to exceed his lofty football-season 79-percent success rate in 2012-13? Read the Inter-County Leader to find out!

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Grantsburg fans at state volleyball L E F T : Plenty of purple packed the Resch in Center Green Bay for the state semifinal game Friday, Nov. 2. – Photo by J e n n a Clemenson

Steen is academic all-state honoree in golf

LUCK – The Golf Coaches Association of Wisconsin announced recently that Avery Steen of Luck is an academic all-

A brilliant 4-1 record in WIAA Level 3 (and eightman) playoff predictions ended the Prediction King’s season record at a very respectable 55-15 for a 79-percent success rate.

The Swami will retreat to his deer camp in extreme northeast Wisconsin for a short THE SWAMI time, then will return to regale Leader readers with his girls and boys basketball predictions. “Seventy-nine percent wasn’t my best success rate ever,” he said, “but it ranks in the top five of all success rates I’ve earned during the course of 40 years of predictions.”

This week he’ll allow some of his loyal readers to take over with some paraphrased commentary, which he received via e-mail.

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Erasmus B. Dragon of Karlsborg emailed, “You epitomize all that is right with Leader Land. You did a nice job of predicting Siren and Luck football this season despite your relative unfamiliar-

state honoree for the girls golf season that just concluded. Students are nominated

by GCAW member coaches if they meet ity with the eight-man game.”

Dead Sea Donny of rural Richardson emailed, “Well, you kept harping about a Frederic - Clayton rematch, but both teams lost handily in Level 3. So much for your clairvoyance.”

Bob Katz from Birchwood e-mailed, “Looking forward to your girls basketball predictions this year. Wondering why you didn’t predict volleyball.

Maybe next year?”

Daryl Rhea from Prairie Farm e-mailed, “You didn’t give our Panthers any respect this year even though your supervisor, Marty Seeger, hails from PF. Funny how you finally jumped on the bandwagon when it came time for the eight-man jamboree.”

Richard Hertz from Holden e-mailed, “Hats off to Greg Marsten, Scott Hoffman and – of course – sports editor Seeger for making the Inter-County Leader the northwestern Wisconsin standard-bearer for high school sports coverage. Keep it up during the winter sports season, fellas!”

Though he’ll be out of town for 14 days, the Swami will be periodically checking his e-mail at predictionking@yahoo.com.

the following criteria: a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.25, participation in at least 75 percent of their team’s varsity matches and must be at least a sophomore in high school.

Avery Steen “Avery is a student-athlete who serves as a great example to others, proving that academic and athletic successes are not mutually exclusive. The coaches association believes it is noteworthy that a record 230 female golfers from around the state have been honored this year for maintaining high academic standards in the classroom while

competing in varsity golf. In fact, the average cumulative GPA of this year’s honorees is an exceptional 3.776. It is equally impressive that 17 of the top 20 finishers in the state tournament in both divisions are academic all-state honorees.”

The GCAW was formed by high school golf coaches in 1986 to help build Wisconsin’s reputation for developing quality junior players by promoting golf in our schools and communities. Besides honoring both boys and girls who succeed as student athletes, the association also selects an annual all-state team for boys and girls based on their playing ability. On March 1, a newly established award honoring the high school team with the highest cumulative GPA was also begun.

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LEADER SPORTS SCOREBOARD VOLLEYBALL Team Luck Cardinals Grantsburg Pirates Unity Eagles St. Croix Falls Saints Webster Tigers Siren Dragons Frederic Vikings

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11-1 11-1 7-5 6-6 5-5 2-9 0-13

Overall 29-7 25-4 11-9 12-14 6-6 2-9 1-13

Scores Friday, November 2 Catholic Central 3, Luck 1 Oostburg 3, Grantsburg 0 Saturday, November 3 Catholic Central 3, Newman Catholic 0 Oostburg 3, Oconto 1

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

Deer hunt for disabled another success

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer POLK COUNTY– The Polk County Sportsmen’s Club and conservation warden Jesse Ashton teamed up again this fall for the annual deer hunt for hunters with disabilities, which was held Oct. 6-14.

Hundreds of acres of land from generous landowners and volunteer guides helped to make the hunt successful once again this season. Close to 20 hunters were successful in taking more than 15 deer during the hunt, including a couple of nice bucks taken and several does.

Hunter Sig Rimestad ended up taking his first buck in more than 40 years while hunting with guide Dan Peters. Last year Rimestad missed a nice buck during the hunt but was successful this time around.

“He was shaking like a leaf when it came into the waterhole,” said Ashton, adding that stories such as these are why the annual hunts are so special.

Landowners interested in offering up land or disabled hunters interested in getting involved in the hunt in the future can contact Ashton for more information at 715-472-2253, or e-mail at Jesse.Ashton@wisconsin.gov.

Karl Nelson harvested this buck near McKinley on the Ed Dittbrenner farm.

Sig Rimestad poses with a buck he shot during the annual hunt for hunters with disabilities. Rimestad hadn’t shot a buck in more than 40 years. – Photos submitted

Rodney Brust with a doe he took with the help of guide Steve Jacobs.

Charles Holmquist with a nice doe taken with guide Donald Vandela.

D u a n e Leier shot a nice doe near McKinley during the gun hunt for hunters with disabilities.

Penny Iwaszko of Amery shot this buck while hunting with guide Scott Hansen near St. Croix Falls.

Testing patience I spent a good portion of last week waiting for bucks that weren’t moving much, and by Sunday morning the basket 6-pointers, forks and crooked-racked 5pointer I’d passed on Marty earlier were starting to look like real trophies.

Seeger Thoughts of big sets of antlers soon shifted to the weight of the deer The and which buck might Bottom best fill the void of venison in my freezer.

Line A couple of does showed up earlier in the week and looked like prime candidates too, but none offered up a shot and those particular deer would be the only ones I would see in about four days of hunting.

Such is life when antlers become the motivation for hunting, and putting meat on the table takes the backseat. Even the pressure on the home front has been starting to build over the past week or so.

“Sure would have been nice to have some fresh venison steaks for dinner tonight,” my wife, Laura, said on Sunday evening, all while I was busy frying one of our last packs of bear steaks from ear-

Mike Bussewitz shot a buck while hunting with guides Branden Kratochvil and Brad Thyse. lier this fall.

I assured the wife that the venison would come soon enough, especially with the gun-deer season set to begin on Nov. 17, but what I really couldn’t stop thinking about, or discussing, were my adventures in trapping recently.

Earlier this fall, a good friend loaned me a couple of conibear (body-grip) traps to use in my never-ending quest for a fisher, which I happened to draw a tag for again this season. I’ve drawn a fisher tag before but was unsuccessful in my attempts, even though veteran trappers insist that the fisher is one of the easiest animals to trap. And perhaps it is, but evidently not for a novice trapper like myself, who took the trapper education course about three years ago. It was a worthwhile course, especially for somebody new to the world of trapping. It’s also a requirement before you can actuall purchase a licence to trap.

I learned a lot through the course on regulations, why trapping is needed, where to set traps and how to avoid the incidental taking of a nontarget species, as well as the safe release of the animal.

Using live-animal traps was something I tried a couple of years ago but the bodygripping traps are something new I’m trying this year. They have been recommended by those helping me along with going after fisher or raccoon. While controversial and illegal in some states, the body-gripping traps are effective and there are many ways to ensure that no

As with bowhunting, trapping equally tests ones patience. – Photo by Marty Seeger other animals are harmed, such as dogs, which are frequently seen at large on some of the properties I’ve been trapping on. Fortunately, I’ve found areas where I can elevate my traps away from certain nontarget animals, while also finding a little bit of success.

As of last Friday, after more than a week of trapping, I still had yet to trap anything, but after tweaking my sets, actually investigating the terrain, reading signs and identifying some tracks, I finally found some success. Over the past couple of days I’ve managed to trap at least two raccoons and hope for several

Burdette Mueller shot a nice doe with help from son and guide Bill Mueller. more in the coming weeks. Odds aren’t too good though, when my trapline consists of just two, but it’s a start in the right direction and just maybe I’ll find a fisher in one of them in the next couple of weeks, time pending, of course.

My trapping exploits have also generated some interest from a few area farmers who seem to be welcoming my services with open arms for relief of some raccoon problems they’ve been having, especially in and around their cornfields.

I’m quite a distance away from my current trapping areas so time and cost is limiting, but it’s nice to know that trappers can be of valuable service to landowners who need a little help with certain species.

The learning experiences alone have been worth the time and effort of trapping, and the excitement of walking into the woods to check traps each morning is not unlike the feeling you get when a big buck is first spotted on the horizon, and working its way toward you.

Upon trapping the first large raccoon of the season, I couldn’t wipe the smile off my face. It was a nice reprieve from sitting in a deer stand for hours, and even offered up a little exercise. I’ve been slowly learning, too, that trapping is a real challenge and not as simple as setting a trap in the middle of the woods and expecting that the next day something will be there. Much like waiting for the right buck to appear, trapping can also be a great test of patience.

NOVEMBER 7, 2012 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NEWS SECTION - A - PAGE 19 (Oct. 31, Nov. 7, 14) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Bank of America, N.A., as successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. Plaintiff vs.

DAVID J. MARKIE, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 11 CV 776 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on March 23, 2012, in the amount of $107,753.72, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 27, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

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

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

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Part of Government Lot 2, Section 13, Township 35 North, Range 16 West, Town of Georgetown, Polk County, Wisconsin, described as follows: commencing at the East quarter section corner, Section 13, Township 35 North, Range 16 West, thence North 89˚ 16’ West 862.40 feet on the quarter section line, which is the point of beginning; thence North 8˚ 56’ West 100 feet; thence North 89˚ 16’ West 400 feet to the East right of way of town road, thence South 8˚ 56’ East 100 feet, thence South 89˚ 16’ East to the point of beginning.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2152 East Round Lake Lane, Luck, WI 54853.

TAX KEY NO.: 026-00479-0000.

Dated this 5th day of October, 2012. /s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Scott D. Nabke Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1037979 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 572504 262-790-5719 WNAXLP 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. 2210468

(Oct. 31, Nov. 7, 14) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Bank of America, N.A., as successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. f/k/a Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. Plaintiff vs.

CARROLL L. WICKLUND, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 85 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on May 15, 2012, in the amount of $88,961.71, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 29, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

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

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

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Part of Lot 12 the SECOND ADDITION TO THE VILLAGE OF FREDERIC, described as follows: Beginning at the Southeast corner of Lot 12; thence running West 196 feet 7 inches; thence running North 102 feet; thence running East 196 feet, 7 inches; thence running South 102 feet, said parcel being part of the East half of the Southeast Quarter, Section 28, Township 37 North, Range 17 West. Said land being in the Village of Frederic, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 204 South 2nd Avenue, Frederic, WI 54837.

TAX KEY NO.: 126-00327-0000.

Dated this 8th day of October, 2012. /s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Scott D. Nabke Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1037979 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 572505 WNAXLP 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. 2213918

PUBLIC NOTICE TOWN OF McKINLEY

The Town Board Meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 13, 2012, at the Town Hall, 7 p.m. Agenda will be posted.

Notice is hereby given that at 8 p.m. a PUBLIC HEARING on the PROPOSED 2013 BUDGET of the Town of McKinley will be held. The proposed budget will be posted.

Immediately following completion of the Public Hearing on the proposed 2013 budget, a special town meeting will be called pursuant to Section 60.12 (1)(c) of Wisconsin Statutes by the town board for the following purposes: 1. To approve the total 2013 highway expenditures pursuant to Section 81.01 (3) of Wisconsin Statutes.

2. To adopt the 2012 Town Levy to be paid in 201.3 pursuant to Section 60.10 (1)(c) of Wisconsin Statutes.

Town of McKinley Deborah Grover, Clerk 572606 11-12L WNAXLP

TOWN OF ST. CROIX FALLS Polk County, Wisconsin www.townofstcroixfalls.org PLAN COMMISSION NOTICE OF HEARING November 14, 2012

The Town of St. Croix Falls Plan Commission will hold a public hearing at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, November 14, 2012, at the Town Hall at 1305 200th Street and U.S. Highway. 8, St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin. Written evidence, testimony or comments, if any, must be delivered in person or by mail to the Town Hall.

The Town of St. Croix Falls is holding a public hearing to discuss amendments to Chapter 3 of the Town’s Zoning Ordinance. Drafts of the proposed changes are available at the Town Hall or the Town Web site, www.townofstcroixfalls.org.

The Town of St. Croix Falls is holding a public hearing to discuss the proposed amendments to the Town’s Subdivision Ordinance. Drafts of the proposed changes are available at the Town Hall or the Town Web site, www.townofstcroixfalls.org.

Jim Alt, Zoning Administrator 573048 12L WNAXLP

Notices/Employment opportunities (Oct. 24, 31, Nov. 7) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Bank of America, N.A., as successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. Plaintiff vs.

JULIE HANSEN, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 11 CV 419 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on October 17, 2011, in the amount of $106,141.60, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 20, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

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

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

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main St., Balsam Lake, Wisconsin.

DESCRIPTION: The Northwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4, Section 36, Township 36 North of Range 18 West, except highway right of way described in Volume 284 Records, on Page 169, Document No. 322360, in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Polk County, Wisconsin, Laketown Township in Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1868 250th Ave., Luck, WI 54853.

TAX KEY NO.: 030-00903-0000.

Dated this 5th day of October, 2012. /s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Scott D. Nabke Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1037979 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. 2209902 571882 WNAXLP

(Oct. 31, Nov. 7, 14) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Bank of America, N.A., as successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. Plaintiff vs.

STEPHEN C. KONOBECK, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 11 CV 751 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on March 23, 2012, in the amount of $192,804.14, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 27, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

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

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

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Lot 2 of Andrea Acres, said plat located in the Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 and the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 and part of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 30, Township 32 North, Range 18 West, in the Town of Farmington, Polk County, Wis. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2378 15th Ave., Osceola, WI 54020.

TAX KEY NO.: 022-01003-0200.

Dated this 5th day of October, 2012. /s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Scott D. Nabke Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1037979 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. 2210208 572503 WNAXLP

NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING FOR TOWN OF STERLING, POLK COUNTY

(Oct. 31, Nov. 7, 14) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Bank of America, N.A., as successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. Plaintiff vs.

JENNIFER A. LARSON, et al.

Defendant(s)

Case No: 11 CV 797 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on April 13, 2012, in the amount of $133,803.07, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 29, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

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

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

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Lot 25, Plat of Silver Ridge, said plat located in part of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 and part of the Southeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 18, Township 33 North of Range 18 West, Village of Dresser, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 416 Garfield Street, Dresser, WI 54009.

TAX KEY NO.: 116-00468-2500.

Dated this 8th day of October, 2012. /s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff

Scott D. Nabke Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1037979 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 572516 262-790-5719 WNAXLP 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. 2213173

POLK COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Polk County Government Center 100 Polk County Plaza, Balsam Lake, WI County Boardroom Tuesday, November 13, 2012 Regular Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m. and Public Hearing on the 2013 Polk County Budget, 7:00 p.m.

Notice is hereby given that on Monday, November 19, 2012, at 7 p.m. at the Cushing Community Center a PUBLIC HEARING on the 2013 PROPOSED BUDGET of the Town of Sterling in Polk County will be held. The proposed budget in detail is available for inspection at the town clerk’s office from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Mon., Wed. and Fri. Phone: 715-488-2735.

NOTICE OF SPECIAL TOWN ELECTORS MEETING TOWN OF STERLING, POLK COUNTY

Notice is hereby given that on Monday, November 19, 2012, immediately following the completion of the Public Hearing on the proposed 2013 budget, which begins at 7 p.m. at the Cushing Community Center, 2510 241st Street, a special meeting of the electors called pursuant to Sec. 60.12 (1)(c) of Wis. Statutes by the town board for the following purposes will be held: 1. To adopt the total 2013 highway expenditures pursuant to Section 82.03(2) of Wisconsin Statutes.

2. To adopt the 2012 town tax levy to be paid in 2013 pursuant to Section 60.10(1)(a) of Wisconsin Statutes.

NOTICE OF TOWN OF STERLING BOARD MEETING

Notice is hereby given that on Monday, November 19, 2012, immediately following the completion of the Special Town Meeting of the Electors at the Cushing Community Center a town board meeting will be held for the following purpose: 1. For the town board to discuss and adopt the 2013 Budget for the Town of Sterling.

This will also be the Monthly Town Board Meeting.

Agenda: Clerk minutes, treasurer financial report, update on town leases, discuss town road ATV use, citizens concerns, approve operator licenses, discuss options for mowing cemeteries & shop, road maint. report, set December agenda and pay bills.

Dated November 4, 2012.

572989 12L 2a Julie Peterson, Clerk

(Oct. 31, Nov. 7, 14) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Bank of America, N.A., as successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P., f/k/a Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. Plaintiff vs.

JOHN JOHNSON A/K/A JOHN H. JOHNSON, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 201 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on July 12, 2012, in the amount of $176,781.02, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 29, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

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

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

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: The East 1/2 of the South 330 feet of the North 935 feet of the East 792 feet of the Southeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 13, Township 32 North, Range 19 West, in the Town of Farmington, Polk County, Wisconsin, subject to a perpetual easement over and across the North 33 feet of the above-described parcel for ingress and egress to the West 1/2 thereof.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 365 240th St., Osceola, WI 54020.

TAX KEY NO.: 022-00299-0000.

Dated this 8th day of October, 2012. /s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Scott D. Nabke Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1037979 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 572518 262-790-5719 WNAXLP 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. 2214230

Open Session Call to Order Evidence of Proper Notice Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Time of Reflection - Supvr. Brown Consent Agenda * Consideration of noticed agenda for November 13, 2012, meeting; * Consideration/corrections to the published minutes of the October 16, 2012, meeting 7. Public Comments - 3 minutes per person - not to exceed 30 minutes total 8. Chairman’s Report, Wm. Johnson 9. Time for Committee Q&A (if any) 10. Administrator’s Report, Dana Frey 11. Public Hearing - 2013 Polk County Budget - 7:00 p.m.

13. Proposed Resolutions and Ordinances A. Resolution No.______-12, Resolution to Adopt the Polk County Operating And Capital Budget for the Calendar Year 2013 and To Set the 2013 Tax Levy B. Resolution No.______-12, Ordinance to Prescribe Revised Polk County Supervisory District Plan for Spring 2014 Elections (Wisconsin Statute Section 59.10(3)(cm)2.)

14. Supervisor’s Reports 573014 12L 2a,d 15. Adjourn 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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Notices/Employment opportunities UNITED STATES BANKRUPTCY COURT SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF FLORIDA MIAMI DIVISION

In re: SEIDLING, BERNARD C. SSN: XXX-XX-4292 Debtor.

CASE NO.: 11-20436-BKC-AJC, Chapter 7 JOEL L. TABAS, TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF REVISED DEADLINE TO FILE PROOFS OF CLAIM TO: ALL CREDITORS OF BERNARD SEIDLING AND/OR THE ENTITIES LISTED BELOW PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Debtor filed a voluntary petition for relief under chapter 7 of the Bankruptcy Code in the above-captioned court (the “Court”) on April 19, 2011. By order of the Court, all persons and entities holding or wishing to assert claims (as defined in Bankruptcy Code § 101(5)) against the Debtor or any of the entities listed below are required to file a separate, completed and executed proof of claim on account of any such claims against the Debtor or any of the entities listed below on or before February 13, 2013, at 5:00 p.m. EST (the “Revised Bar Date”).

Each proof of claim should be completed on a proof of claim form conforming substantially to Official Bankruptcy Form No. 10. A proof of claim form may be obtained from the Court’s Web site at www.flsb.uscourts.gov.

The Revised Bar Date shall apply to anyone holding a claim against the Debtor or any of the entities listed below (whether secured, priority or unsecured) that arose prior to April 19, 2011. Each proof of claim must be filed by delivering the proof of claim with the original signature so that it is actually received on or before the Revised Bar date at the following address: United States Bankruptcy Court Attn: Clerk’s Office 51 S.W. 1st Ave., Room 1510, Miami, FL 33130 QUESTIONS CONCERNING THIS NOTICE SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE CLERK OF THE COURT AT (305) 714-1800.

THE FACT THAT YOU HAVE RECEIVED THIS NOTICE DOES NOT MEAN THAT YOU HAVE A VALID CLAIM IN THIS BANKRUPTCY PROCEEDING. YOU SHOULD CONSULT YOUR OWN PROFESSIONAL TO DETERMINE WHETHER YOU HOLD A CLAIM AGAINST THE DEBTOR OR ANY OF THE ENTITIES LISTED BELOW. YOU SHOULD NOT FILE A PROOF OF CLAIM IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CLAIM AGAINST THE DEBTOR OR ANY OF THE ENTITIES LISTED BELOW:

A H&D Enterprises A&B Enterprises ABC Trust ADA Enterprises American Lending Company ANO Financial Trust ARY Enterprises AW Enterprises B&A Partnership B&C Enterprises B&C Partnership B&D Partnership Bass Lake Trust BCD Investments Best Express Blanco Enterprises Blue Diamond Trust Blue Star Enterprises Bluegrass Trust Brown Trust BS 25935 Enterprises BW Enterprises BW39A Trust C&A Investments C.S. Enterprises C.W. Enterprises CB Seidling CB Enterprises Chippewa Expressways CJR Enterprises C-Line Trust CM Enterprises CS Enterprises CS Investments CW Enterprises Chief Lake Trust D&A Enterprises Diversified Daniels Land Enterprises DB Enterprises DC Enterprises DD Enterprises DDW Enterprises Denali Enterprises Detona Land Trust Diverse Service Diverse Services Diversified Diversified Group Diversified Services DJ Enterprises DL Enterprises DRL Enterprises DS Enterprises Dunn Strand Land Trust Duversified DW Enterprises EW Enterprises Excalibur Investments Five Star Land Trust Four Star Properties, Inc. FW Enterprises Geranium Group GF Land Enterprises GF Land Trust Great American Mortgage Service Company Green Lending Trust Green Lending Enterprises Green Stone Trust Green Valley Trust Green Way Trust Greening Lending Enterprises Greening Lending Trust Greenwood Enterprises Hallwood Enterprises HD Enterprises Hillsdale Enterprises Hillsdale Trust

Hudson Diesel Hudson Diesel MPPP Hudson Diesel, Inc. MPPP Hudson Diesel, Inc., Money Purchase Pension Plan HW Enterprises Iron Trust Ironwood Trust IW Enterprises JC Enterprises JD Enterprises JDA Mortgage Group JDR Enterprises JF Enterprises JJJ JJJ Ltd. JJJ, LP JKW Enterprises JM Enterprises John C. McBeth Land Trust JQ Enterprises JR Enterprises JT Trust JTM Enterprises Jvac Enterprises JVC Enterprises JW Enterprises Keys Trust King Street Family Partnership KJ Enterprises KW Enterprises Lacey Services Lafayette Land Trust LaFollette Land Trust Lafollette Trust LDL Trust LJ Enterprises LJ Trust LJW Enterprises LJY Enterprises Longview Trust LW Enterprises Maple Grove Trust Mason Land Trust MAW Expressways MC Enterprises MC Expressways McKenzie Land Trust MCW Expressways Meenon Land Trust Menardo Menardo Trust Metro Financial Metro Financial a/k/a Metro Financial Services Trust Metro Financial Services, MPPP MF Enterprises MF Land Trust MidWest Enterprises Midwest Financial FLP Midwest Financial Services Midwest Financial Trust Midwest Lending Services Midwest LP ML Enterprises Money Lake Estates MW Enterprises MW Expressways Northland Enterprises Northland Group NW LDT Oakridge Family Limited Partnership Oakridge Limited Partnership Oakwood Enterprises Oasis Family Limited Partnership Oasis Limited Partnership Trust

Oasis LP Oasis Trust Octobird Family LLC Octobird Family Ltd Partnership Octobird Family Trust Octobirg Family LP OK Enterprises Otis Security Trust Otter Trial Trust Pacific Financial Services Trust a/k/a Pacific Financial Services Pegasus Trust R&R Enterprises Raintree Enterprises Rain-Tree Investments a/k/a Rain-Tree Investment Trust Rain-Tree Investments, a trust RD Express Ways Red Stone Enterprises Red-Stone Enterprises Redwood Trust RJ Enterprises RJY Enterprises RL Enterprises RM Enterprises RN Enterprises Roundys Express Co. Royal Land Enterprises, Inc. a/k/a Royal Land Trust Royal Trust RS Properties RY Enterprises S & S Properties Trust S&C Properties S.C. Enterprises Seidling Living Trust Seidling Trust Silver Land Trust Smith Family Trust Spooner Land Trust Sprucewood Enterprises SS Enterprises Sunshine Family Limited Partnership Supreme Transportation T&J Enterprises Tex Mex Enterprises Three D Express Tri State Trust TS Enterprises Two Bear Enterprises TYA Services TZY Enterprises Universal Enterprises Universal Management LP Valley Lending Services W & X Enterprises W&W Enterprises Webster Land Trust Weineger Enterprise Weineger Enterprise, a Trust West Bend Financial Westborrow Enterprises Westconsin Financial Services Woodland Investments WS Enterprises WX Enterprises WY Enterprises XL Enterprises Zblocki Enterprises ZS Enterprises ZW Enterprises ZWY Enterprises ZX Enterprises ZY Enterprises

Joel L. Tabas, Chapter 7 Trustee, 14 N.E. First Avenue, PH, Miami, FL 33132 305-375-8171‚ jtabas@tabasfreedman.com 573008 12-15Lp WNAXLP

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Polk County deaths

Mon., Wed. & Fri. 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., On-Call EOW

Helen V. Erickson, 87, Amery, died Oct. 8, 2012.

Steven R. Lebarron, 52, Edina, Minn., died Oct. 14, 2012.

Shawna K. Ikola, 37, Osceola, died Oct. 16, 2012.

Olive B. Maloney, 93, Amery, died Oct. 17, 2012.

Raymond W. Anderson, 97, Luck, died Oct. 18, 2012.

Frances M. Kurkowski, 90, Frederic, died Oct. 18, 2012.

Marsha K. Hart, 62, Town of Beaver, died Oct. 19, 2012.

Beverly A. Brunberg, 56, Grantsburg, died Oct. 23, 2012.

Irene J. Miller, 94, Amery, died Oct. 24, 2012.

Thomas J. Isaak, 60, Luck, died Oct. 25, 2012.

Part-Time Janitorial/Maintenance Apply At:

United Pioneer Home 623 S. 2nd Street., Luck, WI 54853

715-472-2164 EOE

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

MEDIUM EQUIPMENT OPERATOR - HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT

Full-time position available with Burnett County in N.W. Wisconsin. www.burnettcounty.com for further details or 715-349572636 11-12L 2181. Application deadline Nov. 9, 2012. EOE. 1a,b,c

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND SPECIAL MEETINGS FOR THE TOWN OF MILLTOWN

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2012, at 7 p.m., at the Milltown Fire Hall, a public hearing on the proposed budget for 2013 will be held. The pro posed budget in detail is available for review at the Clerk’s office.

The following is a summary of the proposed budget for 2013: 2012 2013 PERCENT BUDGET BUDGET CHANGE REVENUE Property Tax Levy 427,830 431,467 + .8 State Revenue 146,960 147,054 + .7 Town Services 15,000 15,000 Loans 28,507 28,507 TOTAL REVENUE 619,797 623,528 + .6 EXPENDITURES Public Safety 69,844 71,766 + .3 Loan Payments 81,176 81,176 Salaries 129,808 134,808 + 4.3 Construction 218,969 210,278 - 4.1 Public Works 108,500 113,500 + 4.4 Assessing 12,000 12,000 TOTAL EXPENDITURES 619,797 623,578 + .6

NOTICE OF SPECIAL TOWN MEETINGS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that immediately following the budget hearing a special meeting of the electors called pursuant to Sec. 60.12(1)(c) of Wis. Stats. for the following purposes will be held: 1. To approve the total 2013 highway expenditures pursuant to Sec. 81.01(3) of Wis. Stats.

2. To adopt the 2012 Town Tax Levy to be paid in 2013 pursuant to Sec. 60.10(1)(a) of Wis. Stats.

NOTICE IS HEREBY ALSO GIVEN, that immediately following the special meeting, the regular monthly meeting will be held.

Dated this 29th day of October, 2012.

572722 11-12L 1-2a,d WNAXLP Virgil Hansen, Town Clerk, Town of Milltown

NOTICE FOR THE TOWN OF BALSAM LAKE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING, SPECIAL TOWN MEETING & MONTHLY MEETING For the Town of Balsam Lake, Polk County

Notice is hereby given that on Monday, November 12, 2012, at 7:30 p.m., at the Town Hall and Shop of the Town of Balsam Lake, a public hearing on the Proposed 2013 Budget for the Town of Balsam Lake, Polk County, will be held. The proposed budget in detail is available for inspection at the home of the town clerk by appointment. The following is a summary of the proposed 2013 budget: 2012 2013 Revenues: WI Shared Revenue $14,559 $17,497 WI Transportation Aids 107,747 111,079 Lottery Credit 2,000 2,000 Town Services 5,000 5,000 Miscellaneous Revenues 2,000 2,000 Property Tax Levy 262,650 267,903 2% Total Revenues $393,956 $405,479 Expenditures: General Government $60,000 $60,000 Public Safety 53,562 53,562 Public Works 280,394 291,917 Total Public Works 280,394 291,917 Total Expenditures $393,956 $405,479 Notice is hereby given that on Monday, November 12, 2012, immediately following completion of the Public Hearing on the proposed 2013 budget, which begins at 7:30 p.m., at the town shop office, a Special Town Meeting of the Electors is called pursuant to Sec. 60.12(1) of Wis. Statutes by the Town Board for the following purposes: 1. To approve the 2012 town tax levy to be paid in 2013 pursuant to Section 60.10 (1)(a) of Wis. Statutes.

2. To approve the total highway expenditures for 2013 pursuant to Sec 82.03 of Wis. Statutes.

Notice is hereby given that on Monday, November 12, 2012, immediately following the completion of the Special Town Meeting of the Electors, which shall follow the Public Hearing on the proposed 2013 budget, which begins at 7:30 p.m., the Monthly Town Board Meeting will be held. The agenda will be printed closer to the meeting.

Brian R. Masters, Clerk - Town of Balsam Lake 572844 1d 12L WNAXLP

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Polk County divorces Robert G. Wiese, 46, and Kimberly R. Wiese (nee Tysver), 49. Married July 1999.

Three minor children.

Richard L. Webber, 57, and Lorna A. Webber (nee Herron), 57. Married February 1974. No minor children.

Ty C. Martin, 41, and Sherry L. Martin (nee Hegg), 41. Married February 1996. Two minor children.

Eric L. Jenson, 23, and Ashley L. Jenson (nee Larsen), 24.

Married December 2007. Two minor children.

SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL

And Candidates for Special Education Paraprofessional Substitute List Contact: Kristi Fenning, Director of Special Education Phone: 715-472-2152, Ext. 175 Description: The Luck School District is seeking a full-time Special Education Paraprofessional to start on Dec. 10. The School District is also seeking candidates to be placed on the substitute list.

Qualifications: Ideal candidates will have previous experience working with young children with Autism and Cognitive Disabilities, using sensory integration strategies and a picture communication system. In addition, they will remain flexible, have a good sense of humor and enjoy working as part of a dynamic team. Educational requirements consist of a two-year degree and eligibility to qualify through DPI with the Special Education Paraprofessional License. The Luck School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

How to Apply: Please send transcripts, resume and letters of recommendation to: Kristi Fenning, Director of Special Education, 810 7th Street South, Luck, WI 54853.

Electronic filing can be made at kristif@lucksd.k12.wi.us. This position will remain open until desired candidate is found.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING AND SPECIAL MEETING FOR THE TOWN OF ST. CROIX FALLS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT ON THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2012, at 7 p.m., at the Town Hall of St. Croix Falls, 1305 200th Street, a public hearing on the proposed budget for 2013 will be held. The proposed budget in detail is available for inspection at the Clerk’s office. The following is a summary of the proposed budget for 2013.

2012 2013 Percent Budget Budget Change Balance January 1 Reserved for Highway Equipment 143,994.00 135,672.00 -5.78 Park Land Dedication 1,750.00 1,750.00 Operations 447,823.00 174,341.00 -61.07 Revenues: Taxes: General Property Taxes Operational 329,538.00 373,909.00 13.46 Building Loan Repayment 43,020.00 0.00 Other Taxes 250.00 440.00 Special Assessments 0.00 0.00 Intergovernmental Revenues 126,395.00 124,710.00 Licenses and Permits 13,020.00 13,820.00 Penalties & Forfeitures 120.00 120.00 Public Charges for Services 1,445.00 160.00 Intergovernmental Charges for Services 800.00 1,000.00 Miscellaneous Revenue 3,425.00 2,810.00 Trust Fund Loan 0.00 0.00 Subtotal 518,013.00 516,969.00 Fund Balance Reserve Operations 35,403.00 0.00 TOTAL REVENUES 553,416.00 516,969.00 -6.59 Expenditures: General Government 132,265.00 123,400.00 Public Safety 71,570.00 71,670.00 Public Works (Highway) 222,210.00 265,199.00 Health and Human Services 6,200.00 6,200.00 Culture, Recreation, Education 1,745.00 1,000.00 Conservation, Development 37,400.00 36,400.00 Computer Outlay 0.00 1,000.00 Capital Outlay 1,000.00 1,000.00 Hwy. Equipment Outlay 1,000.00 1,000.00 Debt Service 69,926.00 0.00 Other Financing Uses, Refunds Refunds 100.00 100.00 TOTAL EXPENDITURES 543,416.00 506,969.00 -6.71 Reserve for Contingencies 10,000.00 10,000.00 Reserve for Capital Purchases 0.00 0.00 Reserve for Hwy. Equipment 0.00 0.00 TOTAL EXPENDITURES, RESERVES 553,416.00 516,969.00 Balance December 31 Reserved for Highway Equipment 145,000.00 145,000.00 Park Land Dedication 1,750.00 1,750.00 Operations 412,420.00 174,341.00

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SPECIAL TOWN MEETING OF ELECTORS NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that immediately following the budget hearing a special town meeting of the electors called pursuant to Sec. 60.12(1)(c) of Wis. Stats. for the following purposes will be held: 1. Recommend potential purchase of highway dump truck/ snowplow truck.

2. To approve the total 2013 highway expenditures pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes 82.03(2)(a).

3. To consider the adoption of a resolution by the town meeting endorsing a town board resolution which proposes that the town levy exceed the state allowable levy limit under Wisconsin Statutes 66.0602, specifically a proposed tax levy which would exceed the allowable town tax levy for 2012 by 13.0014 percent which would be a dollar increase of $43,020.00 over the allowable increase of $1,351.00.

4. To approve the 2012 total town tax levy to be collected in 2013 pursuant to Wisconsin Statute 60.10(1)(a).

5. To approve the disposal of town property through sale.

6. To consider such items that were deferred to this meeting by the annual town meeting in April 2012.

Janet Krueger, Town Clerk 572701 11-12L WNAXLP

Siren police report Oct. 16: Todd Plaster, 43, Webster, was arrested for disorderly conduct.

Oct. 19: Terry J. Neegard, 56, Grantsburg, was cited for disorderly conduct and fourthdegree sexual assault.

Oct. 19: Nicholas R. Larsen, 23, Grantsburg, was cited for failure to yield to pedestrian.

Oct. 26: Stephen Mead, 21, Siren, was arrested on a (Nov. 7, 14, 21)

STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ARLO E. MILLER Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 12 PR 50 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth March 3, 1926, and date of death February 26, 2012, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 609 South 2nd Street, Luck, WI 54853.

3. All interested persons waived notice.

4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is February 5, 2013.

5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, WI, Room 500.

Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar October 25, 2012 Steven J. Swanson Attorney at Law P.O. Box 609 St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 715-483-3787 572765 Bar No. 1003029 WNAXLP

(Oct. 31, Nov. 7, 14) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY CitiMortgage, Inc. Plaintiff vs.

CORY J. HAASNOOT, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 11 CV 327 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on May 14, 2012, in the amount of $85,269.39, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 27, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

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

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

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: The East 65 feet of Lot 2, Block 8, First Addition to Lawson City, Village of Luck, Polk County, Wis. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 109 North Ave., Luck, WI 54853.

TAX KEY NO.: 146-00123-0000.

Dated this 8th day of October, 2012. /s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Scott D. Nabke Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1037979 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. 2212592 572466 WNAXLP

probation warrant.

(Oct. 24, 31, Nov. 7) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF EVELYN GREEN Order and Notice for Hearing on Petition for Final Judgment (Formal Administration) Case No. 10-PR-29 A petition for final judgment was filed.

THE COURT FINDS: The decedent, with date of birth June 6, 1914, and date of death February 20, 2010, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of Pioneer Nursing Home, Luck, Wisconsin.

THE COURT ORDERS: 1. This petition will be heard at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room Branch 1, before Hon. Molly E. GaleWyrick, Court Official, on Tuesday, December 4, 2012, at 8:30 a.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: Molly E. GaleWyrick Circuit Court Judge October 16, 2012 David L. Grindell Grindell Law Offices, S.C. P.O. Box 585 Frederic, WI 54837 715-327-5561 Bar Number: 1002628 572077 WNAXLP (Oct. 31, Nov. 7, 14) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Federal National Mortgage Association Plaintiff vs.

JOHN R. NYSTROM, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 119 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on April 26, 2012, in the amount of $80,008.77, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 29, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

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

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

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Lots 13 and 14, Block 5, Plat of Luck, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 611 East Butternut Avenue, Luck, WI 54853.

TAX KEY NO.: 146-00287-0000.

Dated this 9th day of October, 2012. /s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Scott D. Nabke Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1037979 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 572519 WNAXLP 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. 2215905

TOWN OF DANIELS BUDGET HEARING

The Town of Daniels will hold a Public Hearing on the proposed budget on Tuesday, November 13, 2012, at 7 p.m., at the Daniels Town Hall. The proposed budget will be posted at the Daniels Town Hall, Johnson Lumber, Backwoods Bait & Beer, Bob’s Service Station and the clerk’s home for inspection by calling 715-349-2291.

TOWN OF DANIELS SPECIAL TOWN MEETING

Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, November 13, 2012, immediately following the completion of the Public Hearing on the proposed budget, which begins at 7 p.m. at the Daniels Town Hall, a special town meeting of the electors called pursurant to Sec. 60-12(1)@ of WI Statutes by the town board for the following purpose: To adopt the 2012 Town Tax Levy to be paid in 2013 pursuant to Sec. 60.10(1)(a) of Wisconsin Statutes.

NOTICE OF REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING

Notice is hereby given that the regular monthly board meeting for the Town of Daniels, Burnett County, will be held on Tuesday, November 13, 2012, immediately following the special town meeting of electors, which follows the budget hearing that begins at 7 p.m. Agenda to be posted at Town Hall.

Dated this 22nd day of October, 2012 Liz Simonsen Town Clerk of the Town of Daniels 573087 12L WNAXLP (Nov. 7) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Royal Credit Union, a federal credit union, 200 Riverfront Terrace Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54703, Plaintiff, vs.

Edwin N. Daniels 3505 Reynard Way #39 San Diego, California 92103, Michele R. Daniels 3505 Reynard Way #39 San Diego, California 92103, 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. 12CV122 NOTICE OF POSTPONEMENT OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that the Sheriff’s sale scheduled for October 25, 2012, at 10:00 a.m., 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 June 1, 2012, has been postponed and the Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell the following described real property at public auction as follows: DAY/DATE/TIME: Thursday, December 13, 2012, 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: Parcel 1: Part of the Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (NE 1/4 of NE 1/4), Section Twenty-four (24), Township Thirty-five (35) North, Range Seventeen (17) West, Town of Milltown, Polk County, Wisconsin, described in Volume 544 Records, page 357.

Together with an easement for ingress and egress as recorded in Volume 729 Records, page 729 as Document No. 562949.

Parcel 2: The Southwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (SW 1/4 of NE 1/4), Section Twenty-four (24), Township Thirty-five (35) North, Range Seventeen (17) West, Town of Milltown, Polk County, Wisconsin, EXCEPT that parcel described in Volume 904 Records, page 764; also described as: The Southwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (SW 1/4 NE 1/4), Section 24, Township 35

North, Range 17 West, EXCEPT that parcel described in Volume 904 Records, page 764, in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Polk County, Wisconsin, described as follows: Part of the Southeast Quarter of Northeast Quarter (SE 1/4 of NE 1/4) and in part of the Southwest Quarter of Northeast Quarter (SW 1/4 NE 1/4), Section 24, Township 35 North, Range 17 West of the Fourth Principal Meridian, Town of Milltown, Polk County, Wisconsin, described as follows: Beginning at the East 1/4 corner of said Section 24; thence North 88 degrees 45’05” West, along the South line of said SE 1/4 of NE 1/4 and along the South line of said SW 1/4 of NE 1/4, 1,841.50 feet; thence leaving said South lines, North 660.16 feet; thence South 88 degrees 45’05” East, a distance of 1,093.39 feet; thence North 32 degrees 43’28” East 274.26 feet; thence South 78 degrees 13’33” East 612.56 feet to the East line of said SE 1/4 of NE 1/4 thence South, along said East line, 782.19 feet to the point of beginning.

AND INCLUDING Part of the Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (NE 1/4 NE 1/4) Section 24, Township 35 North, Range 17 West, described in Volume 544 Records, page 357, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Polk County, Wisconsin, described as follows: Part of the NE 1/4 of the NE 1/4, Section 24, Township 35 North of Range 17 West, described as follows: Commencing 990 feet South of the Northeast corner of the NE 1/4 of NE 1/4, Section 2435-17, thence South 330 feet; thence West 1,320 feet; thence North 330 feet; thence East 1,320 feet to the point of beginning, Polk County, Wisconsin.

Together with an easement for ingress and egress as recorded in Volume 729 Records page 729, Document No. 562949 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Polk County, Wisconsin.

(FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY: Plaintiff believes that the property address is 2073A 120th Street, Milltown, Wisconsin).

Dated this 25th day of October, 2012.

/s/Peter Johnson Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin THIS INSTRUMENT WAS DRAFTED BY: ANASTASI & ASSOCIATES, P.A. 14985 60th Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 (651) 439-2951 Garth G. Gavenda/#15945 573086 WNAXLP

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VILLAGE OF FREDERIC NOVEMBER 6, 2012, GENERAL ELECTION OUTSTANDING PROVISIONAL/ABSENTEE BALLOTS MUNICIPAL BOARD OF CANVASS

Outstanding Provisional Ballots and outstanding Absentee Ballots will be posted on the Village of Frederic Web site at fredericwi.com following the election.

The Municipal Board of Canvass for the Village of Frederic will meet at 4 p.m. on Friday, November 9, 2012, at the Village Hall, 107 Hope Rd. W., Frederic, WI. Kristi Swanson, Village Clerk 573075 12L WNAXLP

POLK COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY Monthly Board Meeting Thursday, November 15, 2012 - 9 a.m.

Shoreview Apartments - Balsam Lake

Agenda: I. Call to Order. II. Minutes. III. Financial Reports. IV. Operations Report. V. Unfinished Business. VI. New 572986 12L Business. VII. Adjourn.

TOWN OF WEST SWEDEN APPLICATION FOR LICENSE

Application for Retail Class B License to sell intoxicating liquors and malt beverages to the town board, Town of West Sweden, Polk County, Wisconsin. The undersigned: Theresa Marie Kletschka Countryside Supper Club 9311 Elbow Lake Road Siren, WI 54872 Hereby makes application for a Class B Intoxicating Liquor and Malt Beverages Liquor License to be used from Nov. 13, 2012, to June 30, 2013, at the place of business located one mile north of Frederic, Wisconsin, on Hwy. 35, Sec. 22T 2N R17E. Dated Nov. 7, 2012 Andrea Lundquist, Clerk 572776 12L WNAXLP (Nov. 7, 14, 21) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, as Trustee for Ameriquest Mortgage Securities Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-R3 by American Home Mortgage Servicing Inc., its attorney-in-fact; Plaintiff, vs.

MATTHEW J. BIFULK and KATHRYN L. BIFULK, husband and wife; Defendants Case No. 12-CV-317 Code No. 30404 Foreclosure of Mortgage Dollar Amount Greater Than $5,000 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on July 3, 2012, in the amount of $139,552.02, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: December 6, 2012, at 10 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 Five (5) of Certified Survey Map No. 2307 recorded in Volume 11 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 14, Document No. 559442, being part of Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 2111 recorded in Volume 10 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 34, Document No. 548657, located in Government Lot 2, Section 34, Township 36 North, Range 16 West, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 883 250th Avenue, Town of Bone Lake.

TAX KEY NO.: 012009030500.

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.

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NOTICE

TOWN OF MILLTOWN

TOWN OF APPLE RIVER

Monthly Board Meeting Monday, Nov. 12, at 7 p.m.

Milltown Fire Hall

Monthly Town Board Meeting Will Be Held Mon., Nov. 12, At 7 p.m. At The Town Hall, 612 Hwy. 8.

Virgil Hansen, Clerk 572326 11-12L 1-2a,d

TOWN OF MILLTOWN Plan Committee Meeting

Mon., Nov. 12, 2012, 6:30 p.m.

Milltown Fire Hall Virgil Hansen, Clerk

(Oct. 31, Nov. 7, 14) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY JP MORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff vs.

JENNIFER R. RACE, et al.

Defendants Case No. 12 CV 384 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on August 2, 2012, in the amount of $152,607.50, the Polk County Sheriff will sell the premises described below at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: November 20, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

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

2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens, encumbrances, and payment of applicable transfer taxes.

PLACE: In the Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, located at 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. 54810.

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: Lot 77 of Assessor’s Plat of Village of Clear Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin, EXCEPT THEREFROM, Lots 1 and 2 of Certified Survey Map No. 31, recorded in Volume 1 of Certified Survey Maps, page 32, as Document No. 296103. ALSO Lot 3 of Certified Survey Map No. 31 recorded in Volume 1 of Certified Survey Maps, page 32 as Document No. 296103, being a portion of Lot 78 and the Assessor’s Plat of the Village of Clear Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin, which was formerly known as the Southerly 147 feet of Outlot 75, according to the Outlot map of P.R. Banister, filed in the office of the Register of Deeds, being a portion of Government Lot 2, Section 19, Township 32 North, Range 15 West, Village of Clear Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin.

ADDRESS: 354 1st Avenue W, Clear Lake, WI 54005.

TAX KEY NO: 113-00296-0000.

Dated this 16th day of October, 2012.

Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Cummisford, Acevedo & Associates, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff Mark R. Cummisford State Bar # 1034906 6508 South 27th Street, Suite #6 Oak Creek, WI 53154 414-761-1700 Cummisford, Acevedo & Associates, LLC, is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any infomation obtained will be used for that purpose. 572397 WNAXLP

Agenda to be posted.

Gloria Stokes, Clerk

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NOTICE

The November meeting of the Village Board of Siren will be held Thursday, November 8, 2012, at 2 p.m. at the Village Hall. Agenda posted.

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NOTICE

TOWN OF LaFOLLETTE MONTHLY MEETING The Monthly Board Meeting For The Town Of LaFollette Will Be Held At The LaFollette Town Hall On Mon., Nov. 12, 2012, At 7:30 p.m.

Agenda Verification of Posting Clerk’s Minutes Treasurer’s Report Resident Issues Road Items Gravel Prices White Pine Cemetery Treasurer Tax Bond Pay Bills & Look At Correspondence Linda Terrian, Clerk

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(Oct. 24, 31, Nov. 7) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Bank of America, N.A., as successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. f/k/a Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. Plaintiff vs.

DUANE L SWARTZ, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 93 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on July 11, 2012, in the amount of $88,047.94, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 20, 2012, at 10:00 AM TERMS: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

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

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: A parcel of land in the Southeast corner of the Southeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4, Section 28, Township 37 North of Range 17 West, described as follows: Beginning at a point 33 feet West of and 33 feet North of the 1/4 post of the Southeast corner of said Southeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4, Section 28-3717, which point of beginning is 66 feet West of the Southwest corner of Lot N, Block 18 of the First Addition to the Village of Frederic; thence North 100 feet on a line parallel with the West line of said Lot N; thence West to the East line of the railroad right of way, as now laid and used; thence South 100 feet along said East line of said railroad right of way to a point 33 feet North of the East and West 1/4 line between the Northeast 1/4 and the Southeast 1/4 of said Section 28; thence East on a line 33 feet North of and parallel with said 1/4 line to beginning, Village of Frederic, Polk County, Wis. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 401 Traffic Avenue North, Frederic, WI 54837.

TAX KEY NO.: 126-00487-0000.

Dated this 5th day of October, 2012. /s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Scott D. Nabke Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1037979 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. 2209774 571883 WNAXLP

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(Oct. 31, Nov. 7, 14) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY AnchorBank, FSB Plaintiff vs.

BJORN GERHARD SIMONSON, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 11 CV 360 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on August 3, 2011, in the amount of $32,475.80, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 29, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

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

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

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin.

DESCRIPTION: Parcel 1: Lot 3 of Certified Survey Map No. 3709, recorded in Volume 16 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 222, as Document No. 632827, located in the Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 9, Township 33 North, Range 16 West, in the Town of Lincoln, Polk County, Wisconsin. Parcel 2: Together with the right of ingress and egress from Lot 3 of CSM 3709 to the public road over Outlot 1 of Certified Survey Map 3618, recorded in Volume 16 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 131, as Document No. 628844. ALSO DESCRIBED AS: Lot 3 of Certified Survey Map No. 3709, recorded in Volume 16 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 222, as Document No. 632827, Polk County, Wisconsin. Together with the right of ingress and egress from Lot 3 of CSM 3709 to the public road over Outlot 1 of Certified Survey Map 3618, recorded in Volume 16 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 131, as Document No. 628844.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: Lot 3 River Ridge Subdivision, Amery, WI 54001.

TAX KEY NO.: 032-00188-0300.

Dated this 11th day of October, 2012. /s/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 572465 262-790-5719 WNAXLP 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. 2223301

(Oct. 31, Nov. 7, 14) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Bank of America, N.A., as success by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. Plaintiff vs.

JUSTIN GROSZ A/K/A JUSTIN W. GROSZ, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 26 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on April 19, 2012, in the amount of $162,161.80, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 29, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

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

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

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Parcel 1: Lot 7, of Certified Survey Map No. 2247, filed in Volume 10 of Certified Survey Maps on page 171 as Document No. 556412, located in the Northeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 35, Township 34 North, Range 18 West, Town of St Croix Falls, Polk County, Wisconsin. Parcel 2: TOGETHER WITH a 1/7 interest in Outlot 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 2246, filed in Volume 10 of Certified Survey Maps on page 170 as Document No. 556411, located in the Northeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 35, Township 34 North, Range 18 West, Town of St Croix Falls, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1972 123rd Avenue, St. Croix Falls, WI 54024.

TAX KEY NO.: 044-00992-0700.

Dated this 8th day of October, 2012. /s/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 572515 262-790-5719 WNAXLP 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. 2213344

NOTICE OF MEETING Village of Frederic

The regular Monthly Village Board Meeting will be held on Monday, November 12, 2012, at 7 p.m., at the Village Hall, 107 Hope Road W. Agenda will be posted at the Village Hall.

Kristi Swanson 572778 12L Clerk

NOTICE OF MEETING

TOWN OF WEST SWEDEN

Notice Is Hereby Given That The Town Board Meeting Is Scheduled To Be Held On Tues., Nov. 13, 2012, At 6:30 p.m. At The Town Hall.

Agenda: 1. Call meeting to order 2. Clerk Report 3. Treasurer Report 4. Corrections on the printed agenda 5. Public input 6. Old business A. Levy approval.

B. Adopt budget.

C. Review liquor license applicaion for Theresa Kletchka/ Countryside.

D. Information on Laqua’s request to change to West Sweden.

E. ATV route ordinance preparation.

7. Employee/Hwy. report 8. Correspondence 9. New business 10. Review bills/vouchers 11. Set next meeting date 12. Move to adjourn Respectfully Submitted, 572777 12L Andrea Lundquist, Clerk

(Oct. 31, Nov. 7, 14) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Bank of America, N.A., successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. f/k/a Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. Plaintiff vs.

JAMES P. STECKART, et al.

Defendant(s)

Case No: 12 CV 68 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on April 13, 2012, in the amount of $166,696.85, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 27, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

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

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

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Lot 11 in Block 2, Plat of Pheasant Run, said plat located in the Northwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 and in the Northeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 36 and located in the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 25 and located in the Northeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 35, all in Township 33 North, Range 19 West, in the Village of Osceola, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 123 Kreekview Drive, Osceola, WI 54020.

TAX KEY NO.: 165-00842-0011.

Dated this 8th day of October, 2012. /s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Scott D. Nabke Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1037979 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. 2212995 572506 WNAXLP

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Coming together to share our stories ST. CROIX VALLEY – The St. Croix Valley watershed is the heart of our land.

From the northern woods to the Mississippi, the waters converge and flow through our area as they have done since the runoff from the last glaciers formed the region 10,000 years ago. Early peoples were drawn to the rivers as a highway and a source of food, fish and wild rice.

Over the years, the St. Croix was home to the Dakota and Ojibwe. Europeans arrived, drawn by furs and lumber. The farmers came next. Now the area is home to a diversity of people and a draw for tourists.

The St. Croix River basin is a corridor of convergence, a coming together of nature, people, habitats and histories. All this is being gathered together, a collection of over 400 stories, a list of over 300 special stories. From this may come a picture of our region that we can share with the nation, telling why the St. Croix River region is a National Heritage Area.

The Heritage Initiative is gathering the many stories about our many waters that make the St. Croix Valley one special place in a nation of special places. The initiative started reaching out to people throughout the region last spring, collecting stories.

Now those stories are being shared in a se-

Our St. Croix heritage

Telling the stories of the people of the region was one possible theme to consider. Actors Kasey and Anna (L to R) performed a skit illustrating the theme. – Photos by Greg Marsten ries of regional gatherings. The first gathering was last Tuesday, Oct. 30, at Wild

Mountain near Taylors Falls, Minn. There was a gathering in Hudson last Saturday, Nov. 3, Shell Lake will host a gathering Thursday, Nov. 8,, and the regional meetings conclude Thursday, Nov. 15, in Hinckley.

The Heritage Initiative, facilitated by the St. Croix Valley Foundation and involving citizens from throughout the region, is looking at our common threads, discovering what we have that we want to understand and preserve and what parts of our heritage we want to present to others. There are more steps coming in the process as the stories being shared in the regional gatherings are refined. Next spring, a Heritage Summit will collect the

Ella (left) and Hunter performed a skit illustrating life “Up North” as a possible theme. many stories. All this could lead to the formal recognition that this is a National Heritage Area, recognized by Congress and one of over 40 NHAs across the nation.

National Heritage Area status would help tell the story of the St. Croix Valley region to the world. But the gatherings led by the Heritage Initiative have already led many people to look at the area as a special place, a place not divided by state and county lines but united by a special river system that has united the area across the ages. - submitted

Local residents from both sides of the river participated in smaller, breakaway groups to discuss the themes of a possible NHA application.

Ideas, stories and central themes were discussed at each table, and then brought before the whole group.

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Local Veterans Day Programs

Grantsburg

On Monday, Nov. 12, at 10 a.m., Grantsburg will be holding their all-school Veterans Day program in the high school gym. Community members are welcome to attend. Along with guest speakers, a PowerPoint presentation will be shown of past and current military service.

Refreshments will be served following the program. Visitors are also invited to view the Wall of Honor, which is a tribute to the men and women who are currently serving in the armed forces. If you know of someone from Grantsburg that you would like added to the PowerPoint presentation or the Wall of Honor, please contact Cindi Throngard at the high school.

Luck

The Luck School will be holding their Veterans Day program on Friday, Nov. 9, at 10 a.m. The junior/senior high school band will be performing. The secondthrough fifth-grade students will be singing a number of patriotic songs. The presentation of colors will be by the Boy Scouts; and the Badger Girl and Badger Boy representatives will both be speaking. The public is invited.

Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery

Located on Hwy. 53, Spooner, a program will be held Sunday, Nov. 11, at 1 p.m. Speakers are cemetery director Matthew Bergs; Col. Paul Wharton, U.S. Army, retiring in 1998 after serving 30 years; and keynote speaker Rep. Nick Milroy from the 73rd Assembly District. Milroy served in the U.S. Navy 1992-1994 and served in the U.S. Naval Reserves 1994-2000.

Milltown

Veterans Day dinner and program - VFW United Post 6856, Milltown – one mile north of Unity School on Hwy. 46. Dinner at 5 p.m., reservations necessary at 715-8252566 or call the post during regular hours. Program starts at 6:30 p.m., followed by fireworks.

Osceola

Veterans Day program at Osceola Middle School. Area veterans and the general public are welcome. The event is Friday, Nov. 9, at 10 a.m., in the middle school gymnasium. Veterans are invited to a coffee and roll reception in the middle school commons at 9:30 a.m.

Siren

The Veterans Day program will be held at Siren High School auditorium on Monday, Nov. 12, at 10:30 a.m.

St. Croix Falls

St. Croix Falls will hold a Veterans Day dinner on Saturday, Nov. 10. American Legion Post 143, at 6 p.m.

Webster

The Webster Middle School Veterans Day program begins at 9 a.m., Monday, Nov. 12, followed by the high school program at 9:45 a.m. The American Legion Otis Taylor Post 96 will once again be at both programs. The high school band will perform and they will recognize members of all branches. Otis Taylor Post 96 will be having their annual Veterans Day Dinner on Sunday, Nov. 11, at the Webster Community Center. Happy hour noon – 1 p.m.; dinner at 1 p.m. with a short meeting to follow.

Yellow Lake

Yellow Lake Annual Veterans Day parade. Sunday, Nov. 11, 10 a.m. Meet at the Gandy Bar and either walk or ride to the Yellow Lake Lutheran Church, Tenth Hole, Ike Waltons, Yellow Lake Lodge and Sweeny’s. Plan to attend, show your support to our veterans and troops. – submitted

THANK YOU, VILLAGE FLORAL & GIFTS!

Burnett Medical Center and the Radiology Department would like to extend a special thank-you to Village Floral & Gifts in Grantsburg for their donation of roses to patients at Burnett Medical Center. Village Floral generously gives a rose to each patient that receives a mammogram at BMC in the month of October.

Thanks for your continued support of the early detection of breast cancer among the women in our community!

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Frederic

The Veterans Day program will be held on Friday, Nov. 9, at 10 a.m. in the Frederic 6-12 School performance center. The program to honor veterans will include the Frederic High School band and choir, Frederic American Legion Post and a guest speaker. Mr. Pickering’s class will have a slide show presentation and their Veterans Day projects on display. All veterans and the community are invited to attend.

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Local woman authors book about the invisible wounds of war and the healing love of family ST. CROIX FALLS - “I took one last look out the window into the blackness that enveloped our yard. I couldn’t see the SWAT team, but I knew they were out there – with a dozen or more police officers – all of them holding their positions in the line of woods that surrounded my home; their weapons trained with deadly precision on our house. And there was another gunman crouched somewhere in the darkness as well – my husband, a combat veteran who hours earlier had armed himself with a hunting rifle, declaring, ‘Today is a good day to die.’

“My husband was in even deeper ‘Army mode’ now.

I had seen that faraway look in his eyes many times before, but never this intense. I suspected he was no longer in his own backyard, but half a world away, hunkered down in battle, surrounded by the enemy ... later, as I drove away with my frightened children and passed the flagpole where he was positioned, an all-consuming grief came over me. Even in the chaos, the poignancy did not escape me – a valiant soldier, who had served his country bravely and with honors, was now determined to take his own life at the foot of the very flag he revered so much. My heart was breaking – I was leaving my husband behind. I wondered if I’d ever see him alive again.”

It may sound like a Hollywood movie, but this scene was a reality just five years ago for local resident and St. Croix Falls teacher Sharlene Prinsen. She chronicles that night and the rest of her family’s harrowing journey in a new book from Hazelden Publishing.

“Blind Devotion: Survival on the Frontlines of PostTraumatic Stress Disorder and Addiction,” a memoir that highlights the invisible wounds of war, is, as Prinsen notes, a powerful reminder to all of us that the freedoms we enjoy every day are most certainly not free.

“It also reassures us of the resilience of the human spirit, the presence of a healing God, and the power of a family’s love for one other,” she said.

The story of how her family arrived at the shocking night described in the excerpt above spans more than a decade.

Dark world Prinsen’s husband, Sean Knapp, served in the Army’s 10th Mountain Division and was deployed to Bosnia in 1999 in the aftermath of Milosevic’s genocide and during

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Sean Knapp and Sharlene Prinsen married shortly after his discharge from the Army and his service in Bosnia. - Photos submitted

Fifty percent of the sales of “Blind Devotion ...” will go to charities that help veterans and to local families in crisis. The book may be purchased online from Amazon or locally at Tangen Drug in St. Croix Falls or Joyful Morning Coffee Shop in Dresser. - Special photo the sniper war that ensued.

Sean and Sharlene married shortly after his discharge, and although Prinsen noticed early signs that something was deeply troubling her husband, he never spoke of his experiences in Bosnia.

“I had no idea what happened over there,” says Prinsen, “so I had no context in which to frame his strange

Sean Knapp served in the Army’s 10th Mountain Division and was deployed to Bosnia in 1999.

behaviors.”

The terror attacks of 911 and the Iraq War pushed Knapp even further into his dark world of depression, rage, nightmares and flashbacks. Still, with no understanding of his mission in Bosnia, and none of the widescale media coverage of PTSD that exists today, Prinsen didn’t know where to turn, and the family, which by then included a child from a previous marriage plus two young children, went on to endure a 10-year journey through hell as her husband turned to alcohol and narcotic pain pills to self-medicate.

It wasn’t until 2006, nearly seven years after his deployment, that he first shared some of the horrors that he had faced in Bosnia.

“One night, I asked him a question,” recalls Prinsen, “and it finally just opened the floodgates. He talked about the daily sniper fire and explosions that came out of nowhere, and I sat in horror as he described the atrocities he had witnessed and heard about tortures, executions, hanging corpses, ditches strewn with skeletons, burned villages, mass graves that he guarded where he had to turn away loved ones seeking closure, rivers clogged with bodies of raped and mutilated women, bodies of innocent children with obvious signs of torture, orphaned children that were missing eyes or limbs and clinging to the troops for food or attention, the stench of death so powerful that at times he had to burn his clothes at night.”

Prinsen says she was not prepared to hear those stories, and she finally had to cut him off after only a few minutes.

“I think in that one night, I confirmed to Sean that no one here could possibly understand what he had been through, and he just shut down completely.”

Breaking point When his anguish reached a breaking point in 2007, resulting in a four-hour standoff with law enforcement as he attempted a police-assisted suicide then slipped into a dissociative flashback, it was the beginning of the family’s turning point. Still, it would take three more years, two stints in jail, another suicide attempt and clash with the police, multiple overdoses, a life-changing medical crisis, and a half-dozen treatment programs – including several in-patient – before Knapp found a lasting sobriety and some ability to manage his depression and PTSD

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A Brush With Kindness helps many

Veterans, and others who need help with home repairs, are encouraged to apply

by Jackie Thorwick Special to the Leader BURNETT/POLK COUNTIES - There’s more than home building going on at Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity.

Though home building and home rehabbing are a primary focus for the local nonprofit, WRHFH has made impressive progress in its new home repair program.

Habitat’s ABWK program offers minor home repairs and painting to low-income homeowners. Habitat covers the cost of materials initially, but asks homeowners to repay the cost through low, affordable payments. No interest is charged on the loan. The payments go back into the program, helping Habitat to help more families. The work is done by volunteers.

Outstanding support Habitat completed 12 A Brush With Kindness projects in their first season in the summer of 2011. A whopping 63 additional projects were completed in its second season. These projects were made possible through many generous donations and through the efforts of many, many volunteers. Over 10,000 volunteer hours were logged in the ABWK program in the last 15 months, resulting in over $300,000 worth of improvements in the local community. All of this work was done with about $20,000 in cash donations and over $50,000 in gift-in-kind donations.

“What’s really cool to realize,” said Eric Kube, executive director of WRHFH, “is that all of this is work that would not have gotten done without this program. Just think of all these improvements to our community.”

Standout donors supporting the program are led by Valspar Paint, which has donated a staggering $53,500 worth of paint to WRHFH since they launched the program. Other donors include the Amery Community Foundation, Edina Realty,

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Dale Johanson performed an emergency repair on his boots while working on an A Brush With Kindness ramp-building project. – Photos by Al Kruger

The “Chip and Dales” team: Chuck Arndt of Luck, Dale Johansen of Scandia, Minn., John Gyllen and Al Kruger, both of St. Croix Falls.

Becky Mallory Finnigan, Dennis Frandsen, Cathy Gille & Associates, Kristina Handt, Modern Woodsmen, Thrivent and all those who donated in the “Change for Change” cans out in the community this

summer. Clayton’s Hardware in St. Croix Falls has been a great help also, filling in gaps when the nonprofits paint supplies ran low.

Though the huge volume of summer

projects is over, local volunteers are continuing to complete home repairs at a steady pace. A ramp was recently completed at a home outside St. Croix Falls, a home in Danbury is receiving needed repairs, one outside Luck has had new insulation and siding installed, and new windows are being installed in a home in Centuria, as well as in a home north of Balsam Lake.

These jobs are being done by a small team of volunteers dubbed the “Chip and Dales” by its leader, Al Kruger of St. Croix Falls. The team includes Chuck Arndt of Luck, Dale Johansen of Scandia, Minn., and John Gyllen, also of St. Croix Falls.

Talented volunteers from the Serenity Home in Balsam Lake are also helping the work move along. It is worth noting that a majority of the members of this team are over 70 years old. Donations and more volunteer help are needed, as there are many homeowners who need help.

Those needing help with home painting or repairs may apply by calling Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity at 715-4832700. Veterans needing help with home repairs are especially encouraged to call, as there is special funding available to help them.

Making a difference

ST. CROIX FALLS - A couple of months ago, Al Kruger, St. Croix Falls, strolled into the Habitat office. He had seen an e-mail from Eric Kube saying the ABWK program needed a volunteer to run the home repair program.

“We were able to help so many people through ABWK this summer,” Kube said, “But so many had applied, and there were many waiting to be helped. We thought we’d send out a call for help.”

Kruger, 75, has taken the reins with gusto. A few suitable projects were selected to start. Kruger planned the jobs, shopped for materials, scheduled work days and went out and did the work along with the other volunteers. He stopped into the Habitat office after his first day out working with Chuck Arndt and Dale Johansen, Habitat volunteers.

“That was fun! Those guys are terrific!” he said. “Thank you for letting me do this.”

Kruger studied government at Harvard, graduating in 1959. He earned a master’s degree from the University of Minnesota at Duluth and owned his own marketing company from 1980 to 2008. He has a passion for helping those who are less fortunate which is combined with a desire not to judge them.

He volunteered with Habitat in the past.

He and his wife were headed to Oregon by car a couple of years ago when they ran into mountain passes blocked by snow.

They “turned left,” as he says, and ended up in Santa Fe, N. M., where they worked on a Habitat build for about a month. He enjoyed it and was moved by the homeowner, a young, single mother, who put a Bible in the concrete of the home they were building for her family. He said she had the entire place in tears at the dedication of her home.

Kruger said when he heard about the

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and some ability to manage his depression and PTSD symptoms.

“Those were some of the most difficult years for me and for our children,” Prinsen reflects. “They watched their daddy slowly turn into someone they didn’t even recognize. Addiction, depression and PTSD are incredibly powerful and baffling illnesses, and finally accepting them as illnesses, not a character defect or a bad husband and father, brought the whole family one step closer to the help we needed,” Prinsen notes, stressing that alcoholism and addiction are family illnesses – everyone in the family is affected and thus, everyone needs a recovery program.

“Blind Devotion” is as much about Prinsen’s own painful path to recovery from co-dependency, depression and PTSD as it is about her husband’s journey. Still, they choose to celebrate the progress they’ve made so far. Now, the couple hopes to raise awareness about the continuing sacrifices of military families and to start an open, honest dialogue about mental health issues that might give others the courage to seek help. Prinsen adds: “’Blind Devotion’ is also a powerful testimony of our faith in Jesus. There is hope of overcoming addiction and living a full life even with the most devastating mental illnesses – and for us, that hope comes from our faith.”

Long road ahead Prinsen acknowledges the family still has a long road of recovery ahead. Indeed,

Donation to charities As part of their commitment to pay it forward, Prinsen and her husband will

ABWK position, he thought it was perfect for him, as the projects are short-term and one can reach completion – and satisfaction – quickly. He’s had lots of experience organizing and he has a “love of fixing stuff,” which he finds therapeutic. He and his wife, Marilyn, live in a home that was built in 1883. He recently completed renovation of the 130-year-old staircase. “It was a big pain, but I liked it,” he said, smiling.

When asked why he wanted to volunteer with Habitat, Kruger said, “It’s about sharing whatever we can share.” Then he told the starfish story: “A man walks down an ocean beach.

Thousands of starfish have been washed up on the beach during a big storm. The man comes across a boy who is picking them up, one by one, and tossing them back into the ocean. The old man says, ‘You can’t save all these starfish. Why do you bother? It won’t make any difference.’

The boy, tossing another starfish into the ocean, says, ‘It makes a difference to this one.’ After a moment, the old man bends, picks up a starfish, and tosses it into the ocean. Before long, others join them, and many starfish are saved.”

Kruger also said he enjoys working with volunteers from the homeless shelter in Balsam Lake, the Serenity Home. He talked with one, a 21-year-old woman, as they put siding on a home in Luck. He asked if she was born in this area and learned she was originally from Portland, Ore. She said she thought her mom lives in this area. Kruger emphasizes, “She thinks her mom lives here – she doesn’t know for sure.” She didn’t have a job – had never had one – hadn’t graduated from high school. Kruger asked what she’d like to do, and she said she’d like to be a veterinarian.

“There was a new gleam in her eye as

she talked about that,” Kruger said, “at the thought that she could really do it. I love to see the talent in these young people,” he added. “I’m amazed they’re homeless. It’s a wonderful thing to work with them. I get great satisfaction out of it.”

donate 50 percent of their profit to charities that help veterans and to local families in crisis.

Prinsen’s book is released as the last of the troops are set to leave Afghanistan in the next year. She cites a recent report in Time magazine stating that a veteran commits suicide every 80 minutes. “That’s unacceptable,” Prinsen said. “These are the men and women who would give their life for any one of us – but what are we doing to help them when they return?”

Prinsen also notes that it’s not just veterans who deal with depression and substance abuse. “Here in our own community, we have all felt the devastating loss of recent teen and adult suicides.

Help is available – but it’s time to get rid of the stigma that prevents people from seeking that help before it’s too late.”

To that end, Prinsen has also created a Facebook page, Hope and Healing Recov-

ery Support (Sharlene Prinsen), to offer a community of support, hope and encouragement for others dealing with any of these mental health issues. “If we can break the silence, we can break the power that these illnesses have to devastate families. Breaking that stigma,” Prinsen adds, “requires a courageous honesty from those who face these illnesses – and an open-minded compassion from all of us.”

- with submitted information Editor’s note: “Blind Devotion ... “ may be purchased online from Amazon or locally at Tangen Drug in St. Croix Falls or Joyful Morning Coffee Shop in Dresser.

Al Kruger, volunteer manager of Habitat’s A Brush With Kindness program, recently refurbished these 130-year-old steps in his home. “It was a big pain, but I liked it,” he said. - Photo submitted

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Bubba and Earl, were driving down the road drinking a couple of bottles of beer.

The passenger, Joe Roberts Bubba, said “Lookey thar up ahead, Earl, it’s a police roadblock!! We’re gonna get busted fer drinkin’ these here beers!”

“Don’t worry, Bubba,” Earl said. “We’ll just pull over and finish drinkin’ these beers then peel off the labels and stick them on our foreheads, and throw the bottles under the seat.”

“What fer?” asked Bubba.

“Just let me do the talkin’, OK?” said Earl.

Well, they finished their beers, threw the empties out of sight and put a label on each of their foreheads.

When they reached the roadblock, the sheriff said, “You boys been drinkin’?”

“No, sir,” said Earl while pointing at the labels.

“We’re on the patch.”

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Diplomas for qualifying military veterans over 65 years of age BURNETT/POLK COUNTIES – The school districts of Frederic, Grantsburg, Luck, St. Croix Falls, Siren, Unity and Webster are very interested in granting high school diplomas to qualifying veterans of World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War. A veteran who left high school to serve in WWII, Korea or Vietnam and did not graduate may be able to receive a high school diploma. The veterans must qualify by meeting both the eligibility standards established in the Wisconsin Statutes (section 120.13<37>) and gain approval of their school district; diplomas may be posthumously awarded. In addition, veterans that have a service-connected disability and are 55 years old can also apply.

Veterans, or their family members, are encouraged to contact the superintendent of their school district or Rick Gates, the Polk County Veteran Services coordinator. Both the superintendents and the veteran services coordinator have the necessary information to answer questions and work toward obtaining the high school diploma for the veteran. - submitted

Prairie Fire Children’s Theatre’s “Jack and the Beanstalk” on stage this weekend SIREN - Scores of local children team up with two professional actors this weekend to present Prairie Fire Children’s Theatre’s original musical version of the classic tale, “Jack and the Beanstalk.”

Performances are slated for Friday and Saturday, Nov. 9 and 10, at 7 p.m. in the Siren School auditorium.

“Jack and the Beanstalk,” with script and original music

by Bob Gribas and Angela Rinaldi Gribas, and costume and set design by Deborah Pick, continues Prairie Fire’s tradition of presenting classic tales as you’ve never seen them done before. Follow Jack’s adventure up and down the beanstalk through the worlds of Orchestrania, where all the people sing, Featherville, whose inhabitants are most “fowl,” and Giantland, where he meets the mischievous trolls ... and of course, “the Big Guy.” The local cast features Siren School students from grades 3 to 12. Prairie Fire professionals co-direct the production and will play the roles of the Giant and the Storyteller.

Tickets for the performances are $5 for adults, $3 for students, and free for children pre-K and under. Tickets are available at the door with seating beginning 30 minutes prior to the opening of the curtain.

This weeklong Prairie Fire Children’s Theatre residency is being sponsored by Moms For Kids. - submitted

Medical malapropism

Cold turkey

I haven’t baked bread since I came to New Mexico.

I used to bake bread nearly every day. But living in Hector’s overcrowded home discouraged my culinary aspirations. The Carrie Classon oven was filled with cookware.

The countertop was covered with skeletons in fancy dress. The top of the kitchen table had not made an appearance in memory. I cooked small meals and took them to my room where there was space for a dinner plate on my desk.

But now I am moving and, in preparation for the move, I decided it was time to bake. I told the English department I would bring a loaf of bread to the potluck, but I had no bread pot, so yesterday I went looking for one.

I bake bread in a pot at a high temperature, so I needed a pot with a tight lid that was oven-safe and just the right size. I checked a couple of stores with no success. Then someone suggested I go to the Goodwill and so I did. It was a large, clean store with lots of kitchenware but, sadly, no bread pot. I had no idea where else to look, the day was getting late, and I had hungry scholars expecting bread the next day.

Then I saw the perfect bread pot— in the hands of another shopper.

The shopper had dark skin, red curly hair, and freckles. She was examining this perfect bread pot (clearly intended for me) as if she had not quite decided whether it was worth the $2.99 they were asking for it. I watched her slowly put it in her shopping cart. I was feeling desperate.

“Can I ask you a silly question?” I asked.

“No question is silly,” she replied.

“This one is,” I insisted. “I’m just wondering how attached you are to that pot in your shopping cart.”

She picked it up again and looked at it closely. “I’m

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Till next time, —Carrie

Grantsburg High School theater presents "The Miracle Worker" GRANTSBURG – The Grantsburg students will present the Tony Award-winning drama “The Miracle Worker” on Friday through Sunday, Nov. 9, 10 and 11.

The play, which was written in 1959 by William Gibson, tells the story of Helen Keller, who was struck blind and deaf by an illness when she was a toddler. The young girl lived locked in a world of darkness until teacher Anne Sullivan entered her life and gave her the gift of language by teaching her how to finger-spell.

This is a challenging script for high school students.

Not only do the roles of Anne and Helen require the actresses to use sign language, but also they are very physically challenging. The scene in which Anne teaches Helen to eat from her own plate and fold her napkin require intense physical work from the actresses in the scene, Sarah Coppenbarger as Helen and Lily Benge Briggs as Anne Sullivan. Other cast member include Bradley Taylor and RuthAnn Pedersen as Helen’s parents, Joe Dumas as her half brother, Audrey Lauer as

Aunt Ev, Carolyn Peterson, Caleb VanRavenswaay, Vicky Vitale and Matt Miller as servants on the Keller estate, Chaz Nohreberg as the doctor, and Gus Johnson, Andy Hartshorn, Emily Riewestahl, Meg Rod, Danielle Luck-Peehl, Kirstin Olson, Allyson Bram, Rebekah Curtin, Clara Leonard and Amber Pedersen as people from Annie’s past. Melissa Dahl is the stage manager.

The process of rehearsing and producing a play that is based on a true story has been a very educational experience for the cast and supporting students. The story takes place in Alabama just after the Civil War, and is based on Helen Keller’s book, “The Story of My Life.”

Helen Keller lived until 1968, and had a life filled with astonishing accomplishments.

Performances will be at 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 9 and 10, with a matinee on Sunday, Nov. 11, at 3 p.m. There is general admission seating with tickets available at the door. - submitted

Polk County Genealogy Society to meet LUCK – The Polk County Genealogy Society announces Mary Jane Bridge as the speaker for the November meeting on Monday, Nov. 26, 1 p.m. Bridge will speak on Genealogy Data in Local Probate Records. The meeting will take place at the Luck Area Historical Museum on Main Street in Luck. Refreshments available.

probed further. “What do you think is the problem?”

“Well ever since I raked the ommunication with your docyard I have been having probtor is difficult enough when lems.”

Now I thought I was getyou have to explain vague symp- John W. Ingalls, MD ting somewhere. toms about internal systems you “You don’t like raking the don’t really understand. Throw in yard, is that right, and it is getting on your nerves?” I a dash of modesty and a few big words and you followed up, expecting an affirmative reply. have a recipe for confusion or certainly a setting for “No you dolt!

It is my psychotic nerve. I have a misunderstanding. Physicians, struggling with an pain in my butt from my psychotic nerve.” It was overloaded schedule that is frequently delayed, can now clear to me.

Our conversation had struggled beleave an uninformed and sometimes embarrassed cause we were victims of medical malapropism synpatient to grasp at words when describing their drome, the misspoken medical word.

Sciatic nerve symptoms. Often, those confusing to understand and psychotic nerve have the same meaning if you and difficult to pronounce words are blurted out with a passing hope of connecting with the doctor or don’t know the definition of either one. Medical practitioners have to be on their toes to clearly unnurse practitioner. derstand the concern of the hurting patient.

“I am having trouble with my psychotic nerve,” Another and possibly the most common malaone individual admitted. propism has to do with the male anatomy. “Doc, I I sat back to assess their mental stability. “Are you got prostrate troubles.” feeling some stress or problems at home?” I asked, “Do you have problems when you are lying trying to gently bring out the basis for their concern. down?”

Not wanting to offend or appear judgmental I

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not sure,” she said. “I’m moving to Taos and they don’t have a lot of stores so I was just stocking up on things for my new kitchen.”

“I’m looking for a bread pot and the one you have is perfect,” I told her. “I promised to bake bread tomorrow and I don’t have a pot. I would pay you a finder’s fee for the one in your hands.”

She considered this long enough for me to feel a little foolish.

“No,” she finally said, “I’ll tell you what. You take this pot and I don’t want any money. I am going to ask you to do a kindness to someone you meet.”

Then she gave me the pot.

“Are you sure?” I asked, “I’d be happy to give you something.”

“No, that would just be greedy,” she said. “You pay it forward, that’s much better.”

I introduced myself and she said her name was Tamara. And, whereas normally debt hangs like a dead weight on my shoulders, this obligation felt quite different. I felt lighter after becoming beholden to Tamara.

I left the Goodwill with my new bread pot just as the sun was doing its nightly magic, turning the mountains a brilliant pink. The Goodwill store glowed in the setting sun as if it was, in fact, dispensing goodwill.

Walking across the parking lot in the pink evening light, I was filled with joy. I didn’t want to discharge my debt to Tamara. I wanted my debt compounded daily so I could issue repayment to every stranger in sight.

PCGS continues to seek genealogy volunteers to honor their commitment of staffing the Luck Area Historical Society Museum every Monday afternoon from 1-4 p.m. on Main Street in Luck. - submitted

“Oh yeah, mostly at night, I have to get up three or four times to go to the bathroom.”

Of course I know someone is actually talking about their prostate and not about lying prostrate but similar-sounding words are often substituted innocently. I suppose someone could become psychotic from their sciatic nerve or one’s prostate may in fact make them prostrate.

Perhaps the most humorous and potentially embarrassing malapropism occurred very innocently during a routine visit. A young woman had presented for a routine examination. After discussing a variety of health topics and answering her questions I motioned for her to take a seat on the examination table. After checking her ears and throat I applied my stethoscope to her chest to listen to her heart and lungs. After listening to her heart sounds I instructed her to breathe deeply.

“Big breaths” I said.

She hesitated for a moment and then replied, “Thankth.”

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The great Alaskan road trip Road trips are a thing of the past.

Though I haven’t done nearly as many family road trips in my lifetime as my parents’ generation has during their childhood, there are definitely a few memorable family road trips. They’re memorable not necessarily because of the great weather, the perfect luck, or how great my family got along – no, it was quite the opposite. Long drives stuck between siblings, torrential downpours, cramped lodgings, patience stretched to the limits, and plain bad luck always seemed to loom behind my family during any trip we took.

When I was 8, my parents decided we should all go to Alaska for a two-week road trip around the state. Weeks before the trip, we dreamed of things we would see, sights we would go to, and the excitement of living in a big RV for two weeks seemed spontaneous and exhilarating.

Let me set the stage for you first. My oldest sister was 18 and it was the summer before she left for college. My older sister was 15 with braces. Then there was me, 8 years old, and my younger sister fresh out of kindergarten at 6 years old. Put that all together and that

What good parents do The other day I got an e-mail from a parent (let’s call her Sally) with comments and fears so common that I just had to share them. Sally writes: “Hi Chris. I want to tell you how much I enjoy your articles and the We Teach We Learn Facebook page. Thank you for providing such great information!

“After reading your most recent article I’m curious about neural exercises.

We have a 14-year-old who is really doing poorly in school. He isn’t overly enthusiastic about school to begin with, but he also seems to be very weak in some key executive function skills like task initiation, time management and goal-directed persistence.

“Can you suggest some neural exercises to help him? We are very concerned that our son is digging a hole so deep with his grades that he will have difficulty recovering when (if) he decides an education is indeed important to him.

“Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.”

I actually have a number of things to say about this – so many, in fact, that I’m going to have to break this column

The people of the trading post The original Forts Folle Avoine trading

posts of the 1802-05 period were a mix of different sorts of people performing a wide variety of tasks. Many of them are not readily apparent on a tour of the site, which can only portray a slice of what the overall life was like at the original wintering trading areas. So this week, allow this old gnome to wander into the crannies of his mind to flesh out more of the scene behind the scenes, so to speak.

Interestingly, we need to travel to Europe in order to set the stage, for it was there that a pent-up demand for furs – especially for those that produced fine felt for hats – grew during the 1500s. Explorer-merchants had sailed into North American lands, where they found a ready supply of furs, and more important, native tribes from which to obtain the raw pelts and hides.

Once the fur trade spread across the waterways and portages of the continent, it was the Indian tribes who were critical players in the trade’s success. Tribal peoples controlled the routes, politics and the resources needed by the European fur traders. Indeed, all of the traders depended on Indian techniques (canoes, snowshoes, moccasins, etc.) in order to carry out their wilderness commerce. Most trading posts, like the original Forts Folle Avoine groups, worked in tandem with the local Ojibwe hunting bands to establish and conduct each winter’s trade. The roles of native men included acting as hunters and trappers, while the women cured the hides, and produced the footwear and other

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chocolates Abby Ingalls equals one emotional teenager dealing with independence issues, one moody, hormonal teenager with the need for privacy and space, a careless 8-year-old, and a wandering 6-year-old who my parents never knew where she had walked off to.

We finally got to Alaska and found out that the dream of a spacious “sixperson” RV really only comfortably slept four. I say comfortably, because we definitely could all fit, but only if the two youngest slept in the “kitchen” on the fold-down table that was 4 feet across. Thank God we were fun size during that trip.

During this two-week extravaganza, there was probably one day out of all of them when it wasn’t raining. The back of the RV was so caked with mud we couldn’t remember what color it was to begin with. With limited radio up there, we had one CD to listen to and it was Ricky Martin. At 8 years old I had memorized the words to “Livin’ La Vida

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into two parts.

Today I want to talk about, and applaud, all parents actively enChris Wondra gaged in the struggles and triumphs of parenting.

Next week, we’ll revisit the specific problems of “... initiation, time management and persistence.”

These are common problems for many adolescents.

For the sake of this discussion, though, it’s important to note that I believe Sally’s concerns were heightened by a piece I wrote explaining how adolescents are moving through a critical period of development in which they are actively pruning unused neural pathways, creating a much more efficient brain. The concern for us all is that while what we use is strengthened, what we neglect gets cut.

I think her fear is that if her son doesn’t figure it out soon, he may actually

Loca” because of how much we played that CD over and over again. That phrase had become the title to our entire trip. One of my sisters wrote it in the thick mud across our back window and it followed us everywhere we went – and I felt we were truly “Living the Crazy Life.”

One night my two older sisters were in rotation to sleep next to each other. In the middle of the night, one sister had apparently twitched in her sleep, for which the other sister punched her and told her to wake up. “Ow! Why’d you hit me?” Clearly she was irritated about being woken up. “I thought you were having a seizure!” “Oh, so punching me is going to help?!” I think it’s ironic that she (the punching sister) is now a nurse practitioner.

At every campsite we visited, my younger sister wandered off and did as she pleased. It was dinnertime once and we were sitting down to eat at a cramped table inside while it drizzled and rained outside, and we couldn’t find where she was. Here she had made friends with another little girl and had walked into another RV and practically invited herself over for dinner with this girl’s grandparents.

One of my favorite parts of the trip was when we were in an uninhabited

part of Alaska, where the road was unpaved and the land around us was wild and untouched. The rain had stopped and there was a fine mist that settled on the ground. We stopped and got out to stretch our legs and parked the RV off the side of the rugged road – I felt like we were hundreds of miles away from any civilization. While admiring the scenery we noticed that all around us were fields of wild blueberries. We picked the small, tart berries until our hands turned purple and our buckets and stomachs were full.

Many things went wrong on that trip; we were tired, cramped, crabby and sick of mud and rain. But the great Alaskan road trip is one I will never forget. Because even if we all got sick of each other at one point or another, we bonded over arbitrary things like Ricky Martin CDs, halibut fishing with a captain named Jack, skipping smooth stones into the cold and bitter sea, and picking wild blueberries in the middle of nowhere. Over all the trips I’ve taken, that one is at the top of my favorite list – because our family became a little bit more of a family during those two weeks.

lose skills he will need in order to reach his highest potential later in life – because he’s not using them now. It is a valid concern.

But before we get to that, I think it’s important to point out how very lucky Sally’s son is to have a mom as engaged as she is in his development. And by “point out” I mean, “shout from the mountaintops.” She’s identified an issue. She’s probably tried some things, and now she’s doing further research.

There are no silver bullets, and for those of us on the front lines, often we feel like we’re fumbling around in the dark. The mark of a good parent is someone who’s willing to try, fail, and adjust – and then try again. Depending on the issue, this cycle may continue for some time.

Sometimes we think that if we are good at it, raising kids should be easy.

When things don’t go as planned, we worry about our competence. We think about how much time we spend together, or if we read to them enough, or that last manner of discipline. We fret about TV time, and video games, and if our personal or professional relationships are having an effect on our kids attitudes and beliefs. When problems pop up, we worry that maybe we’ve made a mistake along the way somewhere.

Maybe, we start to think, we’re just bad parents.

Ironically, this is what good parents do – worry about being bad parents.

Let’s be clear: If you’re doing it right, parenting is hard work. If it’s not, you’re probably missing something. As a teacher, I’ve had the opportunity to witness hundreds of different parenting styles. Every family is different and relationships are as unique as snowflakes, so I’ll never judge any specific approach or choice. But I will say this: My job would be a heck of a lot easier if there were more parents like Sally out there – fighting the good fight, actively engaged in their child’s development.

I’m not saying that we need always be wringing our hands with doubt. No. What I’m saying is that good parents reflect on the choices they are making.

They think and worry and research and then act in a way they believe will result in stronger, kinder, healthier children.

So take heart parents. If you’re struggling, you’re doing it right. It’s what good parents do.

Founder of WeTeachWeLearn.org, Chris Wondra is just another Wisconsin public school teacher. Find We Teach We Learn on Facebook and Twitter for daily tips on getting the most out of your brain.

Folle Avoine Chronicles Woodswhimsy the gnome

needed gear. The very name of the site, Folle Avoine, provides a clue as to the native role in acting as fur trade grocers. Folle Avoine is a French term referring to wild rice, which was of course a major food harvested by Indians in this region for centuries, and a resource without which the new traders would have starved. Many of the women married fur traders and voyageurs as well, and a mixed group of people with both Indian and European heritage resulted.

Amongst the fur trade crews, there was a hierarchy of sorts. They can roughly be divided into partners, clerks and voyageurs, who also took on roles in interpreting and guiding (these latter tasks were also often taken on by natives). First, though, we’ll consider the partners. These were the moneymen, the investors, who partnered with import/export firms in Montreal to finance the operations. As owner-operators, they supervised distinct trading zones such as Folle Avoine. There weren’t a lot of them, however, only 18 or so in the North West Company controlled trading zones from

The North American fur trade brought together a diverse mix of peoples in a common enterprise and shared environment. – Photo submitted Lake Superior to the Pacific slope. Often called the “bourgeois,”an old French term meaning upper class, the bourgeois/partner in charge of the Folle Avoine trading area for several years was John Sayer. With large areas to cover, however, they often allowed trade clerks (salaried as opposed to investors) to run some trading posts. At Folle Avoine, Joseph LaPrairie was in charge the first year; but the bourgeois himself, Mr. Sayer, decided to headquarter out of the Yellow River quarters himself in 1803-04, making it the “field office” for that season.

Clerks, as their title implies, kept the records and assisted the bourgeois in managing the inventories of trade goods going out, furs coming in, gifts given, etc.

While it was not unknown for the bourgeois or clerks to paddle the canoes, that was primarily a task for which the people we call voyageurs were hired. It was they who transported the furs back to Lake Superior in springtime and who ran the ca-

noes back on the St. Croix-Brule waterway the following autumn with new trade goods. In winter, they were constantly traveling back and forth to the Indians hunting camps for furs and provisions. Many of them actually spent more time away from the trading post in winter. Besides, as noted above, many of them married amongst Indian families so their family life became attuned to the tribal ways. Which brings us to one of the more fascinating aspects of these peoples – the mix of ethnic groupings that came about.

During the era in which the original Forts Folle Avoine existed, many of the bourgeois were Scottish, although there remained a few French and some Americans.

Still, most of the voyageurs and many clerks remained of French-Canadian stock and/or were metis. Some, such as Folle Avoine’s Pierre Bonga, were of AfricanAmerican descent. While bourgeois and some clerks often returned to Montreal or to Scotland, many voyageurs did the opposite, settling with the native groups they’d married into during their time in the fur trade.

All of this forms part of the Folle Avoine story. While tours of the fur trade/Indian site have now ceased for this year, the Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park museum remains open Tuesday-Friday. In addition, there is a historical research library open on Wednesdays throughout the year. In early December the site will be host to Christmas at the Forts. I’ll delve around for info on this and update you in a couple of weeks’ time.

Signed, Woodswhimsy

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Ribbon cut at St. Croix Falls Auto Value ST. CROIX FALLS – Members of the community, Automotive Parts Headquarters representatives and Auto Value employees attended a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new St. Croix Falls Auto Value parts store on Thursday, Oct. 4. The lunchtime event was open to the public and featured a free meal.

“We’re proud to officially introduce our new store to the public,” said Stephen Points, store manager.

“I would like to thank everyone for their support during the transition.

By becoming a part of the Auto Value family, we are better equipped to serve new and existing customers.”

Points invites everyone to stop by and check out the exciting changes taking place at the new Auto Value parts store. The store is located at 114 S. Washington St. Business hours are from 8 a.m. until 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, and from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Saturday. The Auto Value team can be reached at 715483-3225. - submitted

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50 Years ago

Members of the community, Automotive Parts Headquarters representatives and Auto Value employees attended a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new St. Croix Falls Auto Value parts store on Thursday, Oct 4. The lunchtime event was open to the public and featured a free meal. Shown (L to R) are: Joe Stanek, customer service; Dave Offerdahl, customer service; Sonnet Carlson, customer service; Stephen Points, store manager; and Joel Peck, city administrator. – Photo submitted

Luck Class of 1951holds 61st reunion

Paul and Betty Frandsen hosted the Luck High School Class of 1951 reunion at their home in Spring Valley on Saturday, Sept.

22. Pictured front row (L to R): Gerald Olson, Marguerite Johnson, Katherine (Peterson) Eichman, Nona (Jacobsen) Eliason, Ardyce (Bockorny) Sorensen and Clarice (Schroder) Threlkeld. Second row: Phyllis (Sandstrom) Peterson, Helen (Borup) Tveten, Mary Askov, Betty (Ford) Pagh, Lila (Clausen) Larson, Norma (Holdt) Fish, Eugene Hansen and Sherwin Gronlund. Back row: Charles Norling, Bill Peterson, Wayne Shirley, Neil Tollander, Paul Frandsen, Eleanor (Peters) Jepsen and Jerry Holmbeck. – Photo submitted

Are you ready for winter?

STATEWIDE – Gov. Scott Walker has declared Monday – Friday, Nov. 5-9, as Winter Awareness Week in Wisconsin. The annual campaign, sponsored by Wisconsin Emergency Management in cooperation with your local Emergency Management Office, the ReadyWisconsin preparedness program and NOAA’s National Weather Service, is to remind people to be prepared for winter conditions that could threaten their safety.

Winter storms are considered deceptive killers because most deaths are indirectly related to the storm. For example, in the last five years Wisconsin has averaged 56,000 motor vehicle crashes during winter months. An average of 55 people are killed and 6,000 injured on icy or snow-covered roads.

Plan your travels and check the latest weather reports to avoid a winter storm. You can find out the latest road conditions by visiting the Wisconsin Department of Transportation travel information Web site at 511wi.gov or by calling 511.

It is also important to check and winterize your vehicles before the winter season begins. Keep your gas tank at least half full to avoid ice in the tank and fuel lines.

Make sure your car’s battery is in good shape; cold temperatures can reduce the effectiveness of a battery by 50 percent. If expecting adverse weather during your trip,

tell someone at both ends of your journey where you are going and the route you intend to take. Report your safe arrival. Make certain that both parties have your cell phone number and license plate number before you start your trip. Be gentle with both the accelerator and brake.

If the rear of your car begins to slide on snow or ice, turn into the direction of the skid. Expect a second skid as the car straightens out and be prepared to counter this sliding action.

Carry a winter storm survival kit in the backseat of your vehicle in case your trunk jams or is frozen shut.

Your winter storm survival kit should include: • Blankets or sleeping bags • Extra hats, socks and mittens • Flashlight with extra batteries • First-aid kit • Shovel, booster cables and windshield scraper • Water and high-calorie nonperishable food (raisins, candy bars, energy/protein bars) • Sand or cat litter to use for traction • Cell phone adapter Wisconsin residents are also encouraged to sign up for a chance to win a winter survival kit on the ReadyWisconsin Web site, readywisconsin.wi.gov. - submitted

Trunk or treat

Tammy Twedt-Close, Elaine Wilson and Delores Hayes, representing Siren/ Webster Rotary, distributed candy as part of the Moose Lodge Trunk or Treat Wednesday, Oct. 31.- Photo submitted

Do you remember?

Kay Johnson and Wayne Ulick were married on Oct. 13 at the English Lutheran Church, and Karen Gross and Phillip Harris were married Oct. 6 at the Trade Lake Baptist Church.–Two men from Dresser, Emil Heidel and Eldred Anderson, came back from a hunting trip to Canada with a 1,400-pound moose.–The Frederic Vikings finished the regular season with a 6-1 record, second to Amery in the conference. They would be losing 15 seniors to graduation: Glen Polsfus, Gary Gjonnes, Larry Jensen, Neil Tietz, Lowell Carlson, Dan Hederman, Curtis Brekke, Frank Svoboda, Gary Schauls, Ed Nelson, Dale DesJardins, Raymond Engen, Wayne Olson, Jerry Huser and Renn Karl.–The Luck Cardinals beat the Grantsburg Pirates in their final game of the season, 26-0.–Webster High’s cheerleaders were Carol Lucas, Connie Bremer, Carol Smiley, Diane Sears and Connie Johnson.–With the votes not all counted, the unofficial winner of the governor’s race was John Reynolds, defeating Phillip Keuhn. Former Gov. Gaylord Nelson was elected to the U.S. Senate, and Holger Rasmussen to the state Senate, with Harvey Dueholm winning re-election to the state Assembly.–Robert Sommers, a 21-year-old from Amery, had his arm badly mangled in a farm accident and it had had to be amputated just below the elbow.–S/Sgt. Walter H. Java, who was stationed in Bermuda, received an Outstanding Airman Performance Report.

40 years ago Richard Nixon was elected for a second term as president, David Obey would serve his second term as 7th District congressman, Harvey Dueholm was re-elected to the state Assembly, and Robert Knowles won his reelection to the 10th Senate District seat. In local sheriff elections, Merle Beedle was re–elected in Polk County, and Gerald Soderbeck was the new Burnett County sheriff, defeating Lloyd “Pete” Erickson.–Players named to the Upper St. Croix Valley Coaches All-Conference team were Steve DeMars, St. Croix Falls; Greg Byl, Rick Giller, Barry Morton and Rande Giller, Luck; Kevin Erickson and Pat Schwab, Frederic; Jeff Paulson and Mark Wold, Amery; Dick Plath, Bob Carlson, Don Taylor, John Malone and Bob Phelps, Webster; Roger Swagger, Mitch Ryan and Mark Ryan, Grantsburg; and Greg Olson, Todd Hansen, Darrell Otto and Dennis Williamson, Unity.–Susan Johnson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ted Johnson of rural Siren, and James Melin, son of Mr. and Mrs. Clare Melin of rural Grantsburg, were the recipients of the Burnett County 4-H Key Awards for 1972.–Nancy Hedlund and Timothy Phillips were married on Oct. 7 at Luck Lutheran Church.–Among the six boys who would be competing in the National Football Conference Punt, Pass and Kick contest in San Francisco, Calif., were two local youths, Randy Hoverman from Dresser and Steve Edling, St. Croix Falls.

20 years ago Bill Clinton defeated George Bush to become the 42nd president of the United States. Alice Clausing and Russ Feingold, also Democrats, won seats in the state Senate and U.S. Senate, respectively. Harvey Stower and Steve Gunderson were re-elected to their seats in the state Assembly and U.S. Congress.–Unity firstgrader Michael Fisk died when a gun was accidentally discharged inside of the family’s home.–Spec. Jeremy Bird, 19, from Amery, was killed in a helicopter crash in the Great Salt Lake while on a training mission, during bad weather.–Local residents were concerned about conditions for the coming winter when several inches of snow had accumulated during the first week of November, starting the day after Halloween, reminding everyone of the previous year’s Halloween storm.–A ground-breaking ceremony was held in Turtle Lake for a 159-unit hotel to be built next to the St. Croix Casino there.–In mock elections at the Frederic schools, results were similar to the actual election with a big exception – Ross Perot and Bill Clinton tied with 224 votes each. George Bush garnered 136 votes.–A graduate of Grantsburg High School, John Wistrom, was one of four UW-Stout students killed in a car accident near Chippewa Falls.–Burnett County’s unemployment rate for September was 3.6 percent, falling from 3.9 percent the previous month, and 4.6 percent the previous year. The national unemployment rate was 7.2 percent.

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TOWN TALK/COUNTRY CHATTER Well here it is, a beautiful Sunday and I’m waiting patiently for my supper. I really don’t get this time change as my internal clock says it is 4 p.m. and it’s really only 3 at the moment. Another whole hour to wait before Mom feeds us. I hope I can last.

We spent the weekend hauling and stacking wood for the winter. Actually Eli, Maya and myself weren’t much help as we were taking wood from the pile and then going and laying down with it on the grass. It’s really good to chew on and then when we’re tired of that one, we go get another. So many pieces to choose from, what’s a girl to do.

Between the wood and the squirrel chasing, it was a pretty good weekend!

I’d like to send a big shout out to the Northwest Passage girls who are starting to take pictures of my friends at the shelter and wow, they are doing an amazing job. We’ve started using the pictures on our Web site as well as featuring them on our Facebook page and have had some great feedback. A big thank-you and a high paw to each of you!

We have had several adoptions as well as some upcoming. Missy was adopted by one of our fabulous volunteers, Madam by our wonderful employee, Nora to a very nice family with a cat named Nick and the young kitty Aphrodite.

Waiting to go home Suzi are Tig and Bear.

715-349-2964 There’s a new war going on in bear country these days. As I told you in last week’s column, I had found two apple-shaped bird feeders made out of metal mesh for the front deck. The tree rats still can’t get into them but the front deck is now full of these little buggers as they spend most of their daylight hours trying to get the sunflower seeds from them. One tree rat even managed to get the feeder off the hook only to have it drop about 10 feet to the ground. This daily commotion is driving hubby crazy. He has now taken to trapping those varmints in a live trap and relocating them to the shores of Mud Hen Lake. I know they are finding their way back as there is still a steady stream of them daily.

I passed Little Doctors Lake on Saturday morning and was amazed to see a huge bunch of Canada geese. I’m sure they are several flocks resting. I’m sure before long they will be heading south.

Just think, in a few weeks it will be the number one holiday, at least it is in this area anyway, deer season. I swear everything comes to a halt when

Frederic Senior Center Dave Peterson

I hope everyone is enjoying this great fall weather as much as I am.

The winners for Spades were Lorna Erickson, Ellis Erickson, Lillian Murphy and Arnie Borchert.

The winners for 500 were Laryn Larson, Mildred Ihrig, Del Hansen and Dave Peterson.

The Siren Senior Center invites everyone to a potluck dinner and 500 to follow on Wednesday, Nov. 14, at 11:30 a.m.

Remember that we play Spades Monday at 1 p.m., 500 at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Pokeno at 1 p.m. on Friday and Dime Bingo at 1 p.m. on Thursday.

Enjoy the nice weather and I hope to see you at the center.

Shelter

YAPpenings Sadie Three new stray dogs arrived at the shelter within a day or two of each other. Kurt is a black Lab mix with some white marking on his chest, he loves to play ball and is ever so nice; Queen is a Chihuahua weighing just over 4 pounds and is full of life and fun, even chases a ball and carries it back; and Moses is a beagle found on Hwy. 70 dodging cars. Both Kurt and Moses are not neutered so you can imagine what they were out looking for. Also a new young black male cat named Stephen King who was thankful to be fed as he was very hungry. He is a friendly fellow.

We’re hoping that some of you out there would consider adopting one (or more) of our great kitties that we have. I’m amazed that Emerald, with his handsome gray coloring and green eyes, is still with us, as is Espresso. Stig and Bookie are both ginger-colored kitties and are awesome young guys. Of course we can’t forget Suzi who is very sweet and the kittens Phobus, Ione and Elaine, and Daphne, although she does have an application on her. Please consider adopting a cat from our little shelter, both they and ourselves would be forever grateful!

I don’t think I’ve told you about Sawyer, at least for a while. Sawyer is a very big, happy and friendly

Siren news this event rolls around. Just remember hunters, when you hunt make sure of your target and bring your prize home. Don’t let a deer have to wander through the winter crippled, it’s hard enough for them to find food on four good legs.

Sympathy is extended to the family of Don M. Dechon who passed away Oct. 28.

Did you make it into the Siren Methodist Church bake/doll and craft sale on Saturday? What a great bunch of baked goods and the dolls were sweet and the crafts interesting. I bought several packages of the goodies and brought them home and popped them into the freezer for the holidays coming up.

After the service on Sunday, the Methodist church members enjoyed a potato bake dinner put on by their youth group.

Last Tuesday, hubby and I headed for Duluth, Minn., to meet my brother, Bob Martin. We headed to the cemetery and put wreaths on the graves of family and several friends. The group had lunch at Perkins on Hwy. 53 not far from the cemetery.

Congratulations to Allen and Louise McKinley on their 50th wedding anniversary. They will celebrate with family and friends at the Grantsburg Community Center from 2 – 4 p.m. If you know this special couple stop in and wish them many more and enjoy coffee and cake and maybe reminisce about memories you may have had with them over the years.

Bev Beckmark Many more years to you both.

The Siren Methodist Church’s men’s group will hold a hunter’s chili feed on Friday, Nov. 16, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Come and enjoy some chili, corn bread and dessert. After your meal sit and enjoy hearing the hunting tales or better yet bring one of your own.

The United Methodist Men’s Group of Lewis will hold their annual hunter’s dinner on Friday, Nov. 9, from 4 p.m. until it is gone. This is a freewill offering event.

Congratulations to elementary student Brooke Wolf, middle schooler Elijah Benjamin and high schooler William Barr III for being chosen Siren Schools students of the week. What a super group of young people.

Bear country got hit again early Sunday morning.

This time Trouble, I’m guessing, even managed to come up on the back deck. Not too much longer and he will den up for the winter. Let’s hope when he comes out in the spring he will have better manners.

Those of you who made items for the U.S. Bank/Siren Lioness mitten tree, it will be going up this week. If you wish, you can drop your items off at the bank. Also anyone who has skeins of yarn they are no longer using can drop them off at the bank also.

Webster Senior It is hard to believe that November is here already. Time sure flies when you are having fun.

Wii bowling was once again exciting. The Odd Balls were on fire. Pat had high individual game at 237 and high individual series at 439. The team took high game with a 778 and high series of 1461. Millie picked up the 5-9-10 and Bernie the 5-10. There are only two weeks left for the ladies. Mixed bowling will start on Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2013.

Congratulations to Terri Ackland, one of our seniors, for being named Volunteer of the Year by the

Borderline news Two Halloween-centered events proved to be a lot of fun out here in the Borderline area of Minnesota and Wisconsin. On Halloween Day, some members of the East Pine County Wanderers took advantage of the fact that the meeting fell right on Halloween and wore a costume. Patrice Winfield came as Pocahontas, while Fran Levings donned herself as medieval monk. Mary Schaaf joined the fun by dressing in pajamas and a robe. Fran and Dave Baker provided the cake and door prize even though there were no October birthdays for the group. Gordy Peschong won the prize, which was an original pottery cup, made by Martye Allen of Lake Nebagamon.

The very next day was the annual Halloween party held at the Northland Community Center in Cozy Corner. Fran wore the monk costume again,

shepherd mix, although we’re really not too sure what the mix is. He is a very active year-old fellow that loves life and loves to play. He’s being fostered most of the time right now with our wonderful volunteer Brian and gets time to play with Sawyer his friends Simon and Odie, and when tired has even slept next to the cat. Sawyer is a handsome bronze color with gold eyes, very striking in his good looks. A home with room to run and someone to spend time with him would make him a very happy boy.

With Nov. 11 just around the corner, I’d like to send a big shout out to all of our veterans and military personnel. We appreciate you each and every day of the year for all that you do for your country, and on Veterans Day we honor you. Thank you.

With winter coming, I thought this was a pretty good quote, not that I think cats are smarter: “Cats are smarter than dogs. You can’t get eight cats to pull a sled through snow.” … Jeff Valdez Have a great week everyone. Licks and tail wags.

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but was far surpassed by Cheryl Wickham as Endora from the 1970’s sitcom “Bewitched” and Mary Picton as a scarecrow. Not to be outdone was the hostess of the day, Diana Wolf, all dressed up as a pirate. About 20 people attended the party. All sorts of door prizes were available. Lots of treats supplemented the boiled ham dinner and, of course, Bingo was enjoyed as the final game.

Mark and Lisa Sisterman, who own the former Grace homestead near Grace’s Lake, called last Friday asking if we were interested in some chickens, as they know we have eggs for sale. Apparently, a few days earlier they discovered a flock of chickens living in the woods near them, so Patty and I took a drive over to see what’s up. Sure enough, there are about three dozen chickens and two ducks scratching out a living around a mud hole in the St. Croix

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Humane Society of Burnett County. The honor was well-deserved as Terri devotes a lot of time and energy to the HSBC. Remember there will be no Dime Bingo on Wednesday, Nov. 21, the day before Thanksgiving.

It will resume on Wednesday, Nov. 28. We are planning another prize take away day with Dime Bingo soon.

The next monthly meeting will be Tuesday, Nov. 20, at 1 p.m. Please plan to attend.

See you at the center.

Bob Brewster State Forest. The area bobcats, foxes and raccoons must be asleep, so hey, don’t look a gift chicken in the beak because a bird in the hand is worth an egg in the coop. Canvassing the neighbors resulted in no reports of escapees, so we picked up the birds that would let us, put them in the back seat of the Subaru, and drove home like Jed ‘n’ Granny Clampett. We picked up a bucket of grain, borrowed a fish net from a neighbor, and headed back for more. It would have made a classic home movie, being outfoxed by a chicken by coming up empty with nothing but a fist full of feathers. I still have to turn away when I remember the image of one perched on the top of my steering wheel, ready to crow to announce his deposit, but overall, it was more fun than hunting snipe.

Engagement

Ekstrand/Leveen The parents, Ron and Rebecca Ekstrand, and Scott Leveen and Roxanne Bording, present the engagement of their children, Jamie Ekstrand and Charles Leveen. They were engaged Feb. 14, 2012.

The future bride is a 2009 graduate of Osceola High School. She graduated in 2011 at WITC with a medical assistant degree. She is currently still enrolled at WITC, finishing her registered nurse degree.

The future groom is a 2008 graduate of Unity and a 2010 graduate of WITC with a wood technics diploma. Charles is a foreman employed by WestCAP. Their wedding is set for June 2013. – submitted

St. Croix Senior Center Marian Edler Monday is always a quiet day at the center. Tuesday started with exercise followed by an afternoon of games. Winners in Dominos were Martha Lundstrom, Delores Benson and Doug Ohotto. Marian Edler, Rita Boyle and Bill McGrorty were the winning team in Hand and Foot. The winners in 500 cards were Ray Nelson, Arnie Borchert, Joan Arnold and Ron Flostad.

Thursday started with exercise. In the afternoon, Cribbage was played. In the evening, 500 cards were played with the winners being Stuart Smith, Don Benson, Betty Wilson, Ray Nelson and Gloria.

Friday Bridge was played in the morning. In the afternoon, Bingo was played.

With the election over, the telephone should quiet down.

The snowbirds have been going south for the winter. If you spend the winter near St. Croix Falls, stop in and check the schedule and join in some of the fun.

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Fran Krause was a dinner guest of Mark Krause Friday evening. Sunday afternoon Fran and Dee Krause attended the big band jazz orchestra at the Webster High School. Brad Krause was home for the weekend from UW - Stevens Point and did some bow hunting.

Jack and LaVonne O’Brien were shoppers in Duluth last Tuesday. Saturday, LaVonne and Diane Medaglia attended the Polk County HCE holiday fair at Unity High School. Saturday evening, Bob, Heather and Rylie O’Brien took Jack and LaVonne to dinner at Pine Ridge near Stone Lake.

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TOWN TALK/COUNTRY CHATTER Births Maggie Marie Judd was born Nov. 1, 2012, in Hastings, Minn., to Padrick and Ali Judd of Cottage Grove, Minn. Maggie weighed 7 lbs., 12 oz. and was 20 inches long.

Grandparents are Danny and Jean Judd of Cushing and Bill and Karen McDonagh of Hastings, Minn.

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Born at St. Croix Regional Medical Center:

A boy, Elijah Manning Fischer, born Sept. 21, 2012, to Eric Fischer and Erika Schwendeman, Grantsburg. Elijah weighed 6 lbs., 12 oz.

••• A girl, Josephine Alice Huotari, born Sept. 25, 2012, to Nichole Wiegman, Grantsburg. Josephine weighed 6 lbs., 5 oz.

••• A boy, Collin Wyllie Koonce, born Sept. 26, 2012, to Kimberly Ahlstrand and Chad Koonce, St. Croix Falls. Collin weighed 5 lbs.

••• A boy, Lance Thomas Taylor, born Sept. 28, 2012, to Justin and Sherry Taylor, Osceola. Lance weighed 6 lbs., 12 oz.

••• A girl, Kacie Rae Hansen, born Sept. 28, 2012, to Ashley and Robert Hansen, Grantsburg. Kacie weighed 7 lbs., 6 oz.

••• A boy, Sawyer James Peterson, born Sept. 29, 2012, to Hannah and Joseph Peterson, Osceola.

Sawyer weighed 5 lbs., 11 oz.

••• A boy, Diego Manuel Martinez, born Sept. 30, 2012, to Haley St. Amand and Ernesto Martinez, Osceola. Diego weighed 7 lbs., 9 oz.

••• A girl, OvieElla Meyer, born Oct. 6, 2012, to Amanda Meyer and Richard Bystrom, Luck.

OvieElla weighed 6 lbs., 7 oz.

••• A boy, LeShawn Thomas Dyer, born Oct. 7, 2012, to Alexandria Bloom and London Dyer, Balsam Lake. LeShawn weighed 7 lbs., 2 oz.

••• A boy, Zachary Ryan Pfluger, born Oct. 10, 2012, to Charlene Wright and Clinton Pfluger, Luck.

Zachary weighed 8 lbs., 4 oz.

••• A girl, Olivia Emily Korb, born Oct. 10, 2012, to Tyson and Emily Korb, St. Croix Falls. Olivia weighed 6 lbs., 12 oz.

••• A girl, Aria Claire Bastyr, born Oct. 11, 2012, to Joshua and Nichole Bastyr, Osceola. Aria weighed 6 lbs., 10 oz.

••• A girl, Eva Michelle Lade, born Oct. 12, 2012, to Zachary and Leah Lade, Grantsburg. Eva weighed 7 lbs., 14 oz.

••• A boy, Isaiah Lee Olson, born Oct. 12, 2012, to Jason and Jennifer Olson, Chisago City, Minn. Isaiah weighed 8 lbs., 9 oz.

••• A boy, Levi Allen James Martin, born Oct. 13, 2012, to Matthew and Kayla Martin, Osceola. Levi weighed 7 lbs., 6 oz.

••• A boy, Eli Matthew Komula, born Oct. 15, 2012, to Mike and Kathy Komula, Grantsburg. Eli weighed 7 lbs., 8 oz.

••• A boy, Cooper A. Langness, born Oct. 17, 2012, to Jessie and Jeff Langness, Wanderoos. Cooper weighed 8 lbs., 6 oz.

••• A girl, Kaylia Renee Miller, born Oct. 19, 2012, to Roberta Clemo and Chad Miller, Shafer, Minn.

Kaylia weighed 6 lbs., 6 oz.

••• A girl, Jayden Rose Goepfert, born Oct. 21, 2012, to Siara and Tanner Goepfert, Grantsburg. Jayden weighed 6 lbs., 4 oz.

••• A boy, Wyatt Allen Holmquist, born Oct. 23, 2012, to Jasmine and Carson Holmquist, St. Croix Falls.

Wyatt weighed 8 lbs., 5 oz.

••• A girl, Cy Anthony Olson, born Oct. 25, 2012, to Kelly and Adam Olson, Frederic. Cy weighed 8 lbs., 3 oz.

••• A boy, Beauregard St. Croix Carlson, born Oct. 26, 2012, to Andrew and Kaitlyn Carlson, Osceola.

Beauregard weighed 7 lbs., 2 oz.

••• A boy, Cruz Reynaldo Wondra, born Oct. 27, 2012, to Dianne and Peter Wondra, Frederic. Cruz weighed 8 lbs., 2 oz.

••• A girl, Kedgenal Eileen Tenold Edstrom, born Oct. 27, 2012, to Ashley Tenold and Stephen Edstrom, Luck. Kedgenal weighed 7 lbs., 11 oz.

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Happy Tails Await Arnell Humane Society of Polk County Hi, my name is Stripe. Currently I am living at the Arnell Memorial Humane Society in hopes of a family with children coming to adopt me. You see, I was roaming the countryside as a stray, eating what I could find and making the best of a desperate situation – mine. Lucky for me, I happened upon a nice lady who saw how friendly I am and she brought me to the shelter.

As I traveled the ditches, farm to farm, I encountered other stray or wild cats in the same situation.

They were territorial and I suffered an attack that left a wound on my back and significant hair loss.

This is how came to the Arnell shelter, painfully thin, wounded and carrying a case of worms in my stomach.

The shelter staff wasted no time setting me up with my own kennel, litter pan and a dish full of cat chow. They treated my worms, gave me a vaccination and fed me antibiotics to help my wound heal.

I tried to show my appreciation by being coopera-

tive, rolling over while purring very loudly to elicit attention and showing them that I am a member of the Clean Bowl Club. I overheard them saying that I am one of the friendliest cats they have ever had.

Stripe My story isn’t unique. In fact there is another male cat at the shelter right now with nearly the same story, mitted tuxedo Felix, a wounded stray, brought to the safety of the shelter.

Approximately 500 cats come to the Arnell shelter every year.

As for me, I love people and want to be the very best indoor kitty you have ever owned. Visit me and my pals at the Arnell Humane Society in Amery. It’s nice here, but I’d much rather have my own home.

On Monday, Oct. 29, staff from the Interstate Vet Clinic in Centuria discovered four Rubbermaid totes on their doorstep. The totes were zip-tied shut with large airholes drilled into the sides. Twenty-two young adult cats were crammed into the totes. Obviously abandoned by their caregivers, these cats

were somewhat fearful but friendly to the clinic staff.

Interstate called the Arnell Humane Society to report the abandonment and to make arrangements for the cats to come to the shelter. Five cats remained at the clinic for recovery and adoption. The remaining 17 have been at the Arnell shelter, receiving the same care that Stripe received.

To abandon 22 cats in such a manner is an act of desperation. The caregiver who abandoned them in this way obviously cared for the cats. However, this attempt to get them to helping hands was misguided.

Dealing with personal pet overpopulation to this degree is overwhelming. The steps to turn things around are surrender, spay and neuter. The director of the Arnell Memorial Humane Society urges the caregivers of these cats to contact our shelter to implement a plan for surrendering all the remaining cats they are unable to care for. Our shelter maintains a low-cost, low-income spay and neuter program called Snip & Tuck. We would like to work together with them to get their pets spayed and neutered. Mary Bruckner, shelter director, says “There are options for you.” Call her at 7152687387 (PETS).

Arnell Memorial Humane Society is at 185 Griffin St. East in Amery, phone 715-268-7387, or online at arnellhumane.org.

Siren Senior Center We had our first potluck of the season on Wednesday. We had a good crowd and of course the food was great. We will be having a potluck the second Wednesday of each month. Hope all of you can join us on the next potluck.

Our next evening meal will be on Thursday, Nov. 1.

The menu will be beef stew, biscuit, salad bar and

apple pie. Call 715-349-2845 for reservations.

Some of our snowbirds are already talking about their leaving dates. We wish all of our snowbirds a good healthy winter and look forward to your returns next spring.

Our 500 winners were Arvid Pearson, Dave Peterson, Virginia Wassermann Inez Pearson and Ralph

Groves. Spade winners were Rich Hustad, Tony Rutter, Anke Olesen, Sue Newberger and Arnie Borchert.

Enjoy the last few days of fall and hope to see you at the center.

Karen Mangelsen

Dewey -LaFollette Roger and Sue Mroszak of Hertel celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in September of this year.

Congratulations to them. In October, they went on a trip to Niagara Falls with five other couples, who each had celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary this year also. Way to go. What makes this unique is that the guys have been friends since second grade. They all graduated from Harding High School in 1958. The gals all got acquainted when the dating started. Since then the couples have gotten together often, to play cards and socialize. Even though they are all now retired and scattered over Minnesota and Wisconsin, each couple still takes a turn once a year to have the card club going at their home and to continue to enjoy each other’s company and count their blessings, which include 13 children and 23 great-grandchildren.

Karen Mangelsen called on Florence Brewster Monday morning. In the afternoon, she visited Doris Kosloski.

Marlene Swearingen was a Friday afternoon visitor of Hank and Karen Mangelsen.

Weekend guests of Nina and Lawrence Hines were Colin, Chris, Chad, Jenny, Aubrey and Ashley Harrison.

Hank and Karen Mangelsen visited April, Dave, Patty and Mandy Close Saturday morning. Karen’s birthday was celebrated.

Jan, Caleb and Hannah Schott were overnight guests of Lida Nordquist Saturday. Joleen and Richard Funk visited there Sunday.

Herb Downing and his friend, Jean, visited Donna and Gerry Hines Saturday afternoon. Other visitors there were Lida Nordquist and Karen and Hank Man-

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Shown (L to R): Roger and Karen Route, Reggie and Betty Meissner, Ted and Mary Tempest, Mary and Bob Anderson, Sue and Roger Mroszak and Marie and Chuck Jorgensen have all recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversaries with a trip to Niagara Falls. – Photo submitted gelsen.

All Saints Sunday was celebrated at Lakeview United Methodist Church during the service Sunday morning. Those from the Lakeview fellowship who have died in the last year, and were remembered by a friend or relative lighting a candle for them, were Pauline Smith, John Dunn, Donnie Denotter and

Orvela Caswell (Terecia Zwart’s mother). Among others remembered were Don Nordquist, Donald Taylor, Eva Brown’s sister, Florence Besse (Sue Sutton’s mother), and Kurt Ziemer’s brother-in-law. Also, the fellowship hall remodeling project and several other memorial gifts were dedicated.

Grantsburg Public Library Author book signing

Sue Segelstrom, the author of “Ole C. Branstad: From the Mountains to the Meadows,” will have a book signing on Saturday, Nov. 10, 9:30 a.m. - noon.

The book chronicles the remarkable life of Ole Branstad, a pioneer of the Grantsburg area, and provides information on the community named for him.

New selection of large-print books

Come in and check out our brand-new selection of large-print fiction. The books are from a wide variety of genres and authors.

Perpetual book sale

Next time you are at the library, check out the shelves stuffed with wonderful gently read books: fiction, nonfiction, mysteries, children’s books and young adult books. There are lots of gems. The selection changes, so check often.

Preschool story hour

Preschool story hour is held Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. This is a drop-in program for preschoolage children and accompanying adults. This fun and interactive program combines activities such as

read-aloud stories and craft activities and introduces children to listening skills, picture books and the joy of reading.

Inclement weather

The weather is great now, but we all know it can change quickly. In the case of bad weather conditions, the library will follow the same schedule as the Grantsburg School District. If the school closes, so does the library.

Update your contact info

Please let us know at the circulation desk if you change your contact information. Current addresses and phone numbers are needed to notify patrons of library holds and overdue items

Library hours and information

Monday noon – 6 p.m.; Tuesday noon – 6 p.m.; Wednesday 10:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Thursday noon – 6 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. – noon. The contact information for the library is 715463-2244; Web site is grantsburg.wislib.org, and now you can follow the library on Facebook.

Darcy Kolander, pictured with her daughter, was one of the winners of the “My Favorite Book” Halloween drawing. Congratulations to all the winners. – Photo submitted

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TOWN TALK/COUNTRY CHATTER Larsen Family Public Library Steady as you go exercise and balance class

The class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 1-2 p.m. (this is for generally physically active people) and 2:15-3:15 p.m. (this is a chair-based session) in the library’s Nexen Conference Room.

Information packets can be picked up at the PT department at SCRMC Ingalls Clinic in Webster. Signup for class is required. Call 715-866-4330 with any questions.

Not sure what to read next?

Use NoveList or NoveList K-8 on BadgerLink to access book recommendations, author read-alikes, book reviews, book lists and more. Go to the BadgerLink Homepage, BadgerLink.net, to begin your reading adventure.

Friends of the Library

Join the group at the second-Saturday used book sale on Saturday, Nov. 10, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., to harvest a bounty of books. Sale is in the Nexen Community Room of the library.

Our wild rice cookbook is on sale for $12 and available at the library reception desk. It is a great gift idea - ask for yours today.

Preschool story time

Preschool story time meets every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. for several good stories, treats and lots of fun.

Webster Elementary School tour

Everyone enjoyed visiting with Mrs. Jones kindergarten/first-grade class on Thursday, Oct. 25. After a tour of the library, the children enjoyed a cozy story time with Annette by the fireplace and even had time to check out books before getting back to class.

Book club

The choice for the November book discussion is “The Wingshooters” by Nina Revoyr. Come join us on Tuesday, Nov. 27, at 10 a.m. “Michelle LeBeau, the child of a white American father and a Japanese mother, lives with her grandparents in Deerhorn, Wisconsin – a small town that had been entirely white before her arrival. In the tradition of ‘To Kill a Mockingbird,’ ‘A River Runs Through It’ and ‘Snow Falling on Cedars,’ Revoyr’s new novel examines the effects of change on a small, isolated town, the strengths and limits of community, and the sometimes conflicting loyalties of family and justice. Set in the expansive countryside of central Wisconsin, against the backdrop of Vietnam and the post-civil rights era, ‘Wingshooters’ explores both connection and loss as well as the complex but enduring bonds of family.” (excerpt from Amazon.com)

Mystery Mayhem book club

Look forward to Monday, Nov. 12, at 10 a.m., in the library meeting room for the next Mystery Mayhem discussion. The theme is Police Line - Do not cross. Please call the library for a list of books to choose from for this mysterious discussion.

Library closed

The library will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 22, in observance of Thanksgiving Day.

Adult fiction books

• “The Secret Keeper” by Kate Morton • “NYPD Red” by James Patterson • “The Bone Bed” by Patricia Cornwell • “Sleep No More” by Iris Johansen • “The Panther” by Nelson DeMille • “The Twelve Tribes of Hattie” by Ayana Mathis • “Crime of Privilege” by Walter Walker

• “Lonewalker” by Gary J. Cook • “The Supremes at Earl’s All You Can Eat” by Edward Kelsey Moore • “The Racketeer” by John Grisham • “The Bridge” by Karen Kingsbury • “Seconds Away” by Harlan Coben • “The Uncommon Appeal of Clouds” by Alexander McCall Smith • “Postcards from the Dead” by Laura Childs

Adult nonfiction books

• “The Warmth of Other Suns” by Isabel Wilkerson • “15 Invaluable Laws of Growth” by John C. Maxwell

Audio books

• “Mad River” by John Sandford • “The Bone Bed” by Patricia Cornwell • “Angels at the Table” by Debbie Macomber • “The Rackeeter” by John Grisham

DVDs

• “The Great Sphinx” (Ancient Civilizations) • “The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel” • “Snow White and the Huntsman” • “The Five-Year Engagement” • “The Marvels Avengers” • “Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted” • “Secret of the Wings” (Disney)

Large print

• “Kill You Twice” by Chelsea Cain • “Heartbroken” by Lisa Unger • “Dread on Arrival” by Claudia Bishop

Children’s books

• “The Bronte Sisters” by Catherine Reef • “The Christmas Quiet Book” by Deborah Underwood • “The Fire Chronicle” by John Stephens • “Wendigo” by Q. L. Pearce • “Political Messages and Propaganda” by Sean Connolly • “Multiplication: Math Concepts Made Simple” by Ann Becker • “Busy Animals: Learning About Animals in Autumn” by Lisa Bullard • “A Leaf Can Be” by Laura Purdie Salas • “Our Big Home: An Earth Poem” by Linda Glaser • “Cliques Just Don’t Make Cents” by Julia Cook • “Comin’ Down to Story Time” by Rob Reid • “Big Brothers Are the Best” by Fran Manushkin • “Road Signs” by Joann Early Mackin • “Warty Toads” by Meish Goldfish • “Rainbows” by David Whitfield

Young adult books

• “Confessions of a Murder Suspect” by James Patterson • “Hollywood High” by Ni-Ni Simone and Amir Abrams • “Chaser” by James Phelan • “Splintered” by A.G. Howard • “Shadow Lands” by Kate Brian • “League of Strays” by L.B Schulman

Hours and information

Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m.

– 5 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. For more information contact the library at 715-866-7697, Web site: webster.wislib.org. Online catalog: merlin.nwls.lib.wi.us/search.

St. Croix Falls High School presents “You Can’t Take It With You”

ST. CROIX FALLS - On Nov. 8, 9 and 10, St. Croix Falls High School’s drama club will present their fall production of “You Can’t Take It With You,” the classic comedy by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman. All three performances are held in the elementary school’s gymnatorium.

The production is the first step of a newly organized partnership between St. Croix Falls High School and Festival Theatre, which seeks to combine the resources of the organizations and revitalize the school’s drama club. Heading up the project is Festival’s arts education coordinator, Seth Kaltwasser, who serves as director for “You Can’t Take It With You.” “After months of exciting discussion, the details of this partnership finally came together in September, which left us just enough time to launch production on a November show,” said Kaltwasser. When asked about the quick rehearsal process, he added, “Our time line has been tight, but we hit the ground running and the students and adult personnel are excited about the prospects of this partnership.

Sometimes a little adrenaline rush is not such a bad thing for the creative process!

After all, necessity is the mother of invention.”

“You Can’t Take It With You” centers on the engagement of Tony Kirby and Alice Sycamore, played by Brandon Loiselle and Maddie Sullivan, and the couple’s attempts to soften the potential culture shock of uniting their seemingly incompatible families. The Pulitzer Prizewinning script, written by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman, was first produced on Broadway in 1936 and adapted into a film in 1938 by director Frank Capra. The movie, which stars James Stewart, Jean Arthur and Lionel Barrymore, won the Oscar for Best Picture and secured the story’s legacy in the foreground of the American mainstream. Since its promising start, the play has become a theater standard, seeing frequent revivals on Broadway, regional, and education stages.

“It was exhilarating to sit in the first read-through of the script with our production’s teenage cast and be reminded of the script’s timelessness,” Kaltwasser muses. “It is amazing to me that a show written 75 years ago can be just as easily entertaining and poignant to a group of high school students in the 21st century as it was to the masses in the 1930s – but this is a testament to the universality of honest and dynamic storytelling. We can’t wait to share this story with our commu-

The cast of “You Can’t Take it With You” (L to R): Solomon Falls, Brandon Loiselle, Maddie Sullivan, Taylor Moen and Tom Foss. Back row: Truman Ader, Gabriel Francis, Emily Kessler and Sally Sutton. – Photo submitted nity in November.”

Kaltwasser is only one of a handful of Festival’s involved staff and guest artists.

Andrew Benson, a guest artist from Davenport, Iowa, has been seen in a number of Festival’s Theatre Series shows in 2012 and served as choreographer for the summer productions of “Man of La Mancha” and “Honk!” He met up with high school junior Sally Sutton and senior Gabriel Francis to lead some introductory ballet lessons. In “You Can’t Take It With You,” Sutton plays Essie Carmichael, Alice’s ballet-inspired sister, and Francis plays Boris Kolenkhov, Essie’s larger-than-life ballet instructor. As the script calls for both Essie and Boris to excitedly display their dancer instincts, Benson was called in to provide this dynamic duo with a starter course in ballet and a menu of dance steps with which to embellish their performances. Also, on the tech side, Danette Olsen, Festival’s consulting executive director, and Peter Weber Festival’s facilities manager and season stage manager, have offered their expertise in designing and constructing the production’s set. Benson, in addition to lending his expertise to the

show’s ballet dancers, also led a workshop on character makeup technique for the stage and Festival regulars Bill Perron and Gina Bonin are lending their talents to the high school production, working in set construction and costume design, respectively.

“The thing I enjoy most about this story – the gem I take away from each and every rehearsal – is the good nature of the characters and of the play’s message,” says Kaltwasser. “So many stories are driven by conflict and villainy; here is a story ultimately driven by a family’s love and its desire to build bridges and extend open arms to newcomers. What a happy accident that we are producing this show the weekend after our nation’s presidential election. What a wonderful opportunity for the community to come together and be reminded by its youth that our similarities are stronger than these things that divide us.”

There are only three opportunities to see “You Can’t Take It With You”: an opening performance on Thursday, Nov. 8, and two subsequent shows on Friday, Nov. 9, and Saturday, Nov. 10. All shows begin at 7:30 p.m. General admission is $3 for students and seniors and $5 for adult tickets, which can be purchased at the door starting at 6:30 p.m. - submitted

Festival Theatre receives donation

U.S. Bank of Cushing made a $1,000 donation toward the Festival Theatre development last week. Shown here in front of the historic St. Croix Falls Civic Auditorium, where the theater company performs, are (L to R): Ed Moersfelder, development committee chair, Mike Jensen, US Bank-Cushing branch manager; Jaclyn Johnson, Festival’s associate artistic director; and Seth Kaltwasser, Festival’s arts education coordinator and development associate. - Photo by Greg Marsten

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Fall concert

FREDERIC â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The fall choir concert was held at the Frederic Area 612 School performance center on Monday, Oct. 29, featuring performances by the middle school choir (shown in photo above), the high school show choir (shown in photos at right and at bottom of page) and the high school concert choir (shown in photo below). The concert performances were under the direction of music instructor Greg Heine. - Photos courtesy Shari Matz

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Halloween at the Polk County Museum

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BALSAM LAKE - The Polk County Historical Museum in Balsam Lake opened their doors to little trick-ortreaters on Halloween evening, Wednesday, Oct. 31, and had over 200 visitors.

Unity High School students combined with Polk County Historical Society board members to offer various trick-or-treat stops throughout the historic 1899 former county courthouse, many of whom were dressed in costume.

The event was the first of its kind and proved to be an overwhelming success, drawing costumed children and adults from around the region. - Greg Marsten

Rumors of a werewolf in the law library were finally confirmed on camera.

Photos by Greg Marsten Danielle, 17, was a pretty convincing robot and looked right at home among the vintage TVs, radios and recording equipment at the museum Wednesday, Oct. 31.

Young Jessica spent some “quality time” in the vintage courthouse jail at the Polk County Museum on Halloween evening. She never did find anyone to bail her out.

A young Captain America even made a special guest appearance.

Unity students Desiree (left) and Kaina (right) let this “little ghoul” double dip from the candy buckets.

Finally, a police officer showed up to keep the prisoners in line.

There were smiles aplenty as the kids toured the museum exhibits to collect treats and toys.

PCHS board member Steve Sylvester (left) brought his pet skunk for visitors, while he and Carl Johnson (right) kept Brandon (middle) in line.

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by Eric Kube Special to the Leader SIREN – Outside it was a crisp, fall day but inside a home in Siren on Saturday, Nov. 3, there was the joy and newness of spring. Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity has recycled a home in Siren, offering the O’Gara family a new future as homeowners.

Over the last several months, Molly O’Gara has worked hard to prepare this home for her sons Liam and Ian. When asked why she applied to Habitat for Humanity she said, “My sons are the most important thing in my life, and I will do anything to give them a chance and a home.”

O’Gara and her two sons have been on the move for several years. Most recently,

A dream come true

they lived in Salvation Army’s homeless shelter in Siren.

Though O’Gara works full time as a housekeeper at the Casino in Danbury, she was unable to provide a permanent home for her family. The struggle she has had is very common among the low-income families in our community.

President Carter once said, “Habitat makes it possible for us to work side by side with partner families and help them improve their lives so that they cannot just survive but thrive in the world. Helping a family in need move into a home is the primary mission of Habitat for Humanity.

Yet, because of the unique way that Habitat operates, the organization can accomplish much more. It brings people of different backgrounds and stations in life

Molly O’Gara, new Habitat homeowner, said at the dedication of her home that owning a home was a dream that she never thought would come true. – Photos submitted

Eric Kube presents quilts made by Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Amery to Molly O’Gara and her sons Ian, left front, and Liam, right front, at the dedication of their Habitat home in Siren on Saturday, Nov. 3.

to create an environment where everyone is equal.”

Habitat offers hope, it offers dignity.

Habitat does not give anything away; all Habitat homes are purchased by its homeowners through a no-interest loan program from Habitat for Humanity. As families pay back their mortgages, the money is then recycled and respent to help more local families. This system is unique, and it is offering families like the O’Gara family the ability to own a home.

O’Gara now has the opportunity to be a permanent part of the community, not to have to keep moving her boys to different schools because of rent increases or unsafe rentals. O’Gara can hold her head high and say, “I did this, I paid for this, and it is mine,” just like all Habitat families.

The Habitat program is only possible because of the generous donations of local people and businesses and the willingness of our volunteers to help. Supporters of

Habitat can feel terrific knowing they have helped another family break the cycle of poverty. Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity has gone from serving two families a year just two years ago, to now serving over 100 families per year through their various programs. The next year, Habitat plans to help six more families move into their own homes. To make this happen they need your help. Please call 715-483-2700 to get involved or visit wildrivershabitat.org.

With tears running down her cheeks and holding onto her boys, O’Gara addressed the group assembled for her dedication. She said that it was a dream come true to own a home of her own. She had thought it would never be a reality. To all who helped, she said, “Thank you. Words cannot begin to express my gratitude for what you have done for me and my boys!”

Girl Scout Centennial Day of Service

SIREN –Girl Scouts in Junior Troop 52971 and Brownie Troop 55221, together with their families, took part in the Girl Scout Centennial Day of Service on Saturday, Oct. 13, by raking the streambed at Crooked Lake Park in Siren. They collected 128 bags of leaves and debris (in compostable bags). Together with other Girl Scouts in the area they were able to prevent 20,000 pounds of phosphorus from entering local waterways. This helps keep lakes and rivers clean by preventing algae growth, which protects local wildlife. Troop 52971 also met later to mark storm drains and hang door hangers in Siren to educate the public on the importance of keeping drains clear. This event was part of a yearlong celebration of 100 years of Girl Scouting. – submitted

Girls from Troop 52971 and Troop 55221 in the now-clean streambed. – Photos submitted

Junior Troop 52971 girls (L to R): Reed R i t c h e y, G r a c e Schultz and Daisy Dorn

Girls from Junior Troop 52971 and Brownie Troop 55221 took part in Girl Scout Centennial Day of Service by working to protect lakes and rivers.

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Big-time jazz comes to Webster

by Jean Koelz Leader staff writer WEBSTER—The late jazz trumpeter Louis Armstrong once said, “If you have to ask what jazz is, then you’ll never know.” In fact, people who have spent their whole lives studying it still have difficulty describing it. But you know it when you hear it, and fortunately, you don’t have to understand it to enjoy it.

Contemporary performer Wynton Marsalis describes jazz as “the most dem-

Big Time Jazz musicians drew the audience into the music with enthusiastic solos.

The Big Time Jazz Orchestra, based in Duluth, Minn., performing at Webster High School on Sunday, Nov. 4. – Photos by Jean Koelz

ocratic process” because it requires such a high level of cooperation between musicians. Perhaps that makes the election season the perfect backdrop for a jazz concert.

On Sunday, Nov. 4, the Webster music department hosted the Big Time Jazz Orchestra, a collection of over 20 dedicated and talented music professionals, including Webster’s own Aaron Strang. The band performed a mix of jazz classics and some original compositions, featuring solos from musicians that have played all over the world and toured with artists such as Natalie Cole, Aretha Franklin, Lori Line and Doc Severinsen. Many of the band members hold doctoral degrees, have performed with orchestras all over the country and currently teach music at the university level.

Their years of practice and love for this uniquely American art form really showed as the musicians got lost in the music. Audience members couldn’t help but smile and tap their feet, often erupting into applause after impassioned solos.

Members of the Webster High School jazz band had the privilege of opening the concert with a peppy rendition of “Birdland,”

Webster students were lucky to play alongside such accomplished musicians at the jazz concert held Sunday, Nov. 4, at the high school. then had the rare opportunity to perform alongside orchestra members to close the show with a song called “Kansas City.”

Some of the ticket proceeds went to support the Webster music department and to

raise funds for the next Florida band trip.

The Big Time Jazz Orchestra is a nonprofit organization, and the performers are all volunteers. More information can be found at bigtimejazz.org.

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CHURCH NEWS Bethesda Lutheran Church in Dresser worshipped through helping the community DRESSER – What does it mean to worship? What does it mean to go to church?

What does it mean to be a Christian?

Well, Sunday, Oct. 21, members of the congregation at Bethesda Lutheran Church in Dresser broke out of the routine in a big way and experienced a whole new way of doing church. The members had their very first Service Sunday! Members didn’t worship God in song. Instead, they worshipped God through service to others. They didn’t simply go to church. Instead, members spent most of their time outside of the church building as they took action being the church. Before the 21st came, Pastor Peter Rimmeried could tell that everyone was apprehensive about such a big change. It would mean getting out of their comfort zones and trying something new. But Rimmeried was proud to see over 110 of the members, young and old alike, join in serving the community together. Members painted, raked leaves, played Bingo and visited with nursing home residents, washed windows, painted toenails, built and cleaned shelves, brought meals and visited with the homebound and much more.

The members of the congregation hope through this experience that everyone learned something new about the purpose

Zion Lutheran Church celebratory event

Members of the Zion Lutheran Church of Bone Lake held a special event on Sunday, Sept.

23, at the church. They had several visiting musical acts, a wide variety of food and a celebratory installation of Pastor Mike Fisk. Pastor Mike Fisk was officially installed as pastor of Zion Lutheran Church on Sept. 23. Pictured (L to R) are: Trish Fisk, Pastor Mike Fisk, council President June Hendricks and the Rev. Paul Lengyl. – Photos submitted

of the church and what it means to be Christian in God’s kingdom. – Photos submitted

Zion Sunday school kids were part of the celebration on Sunday, Sept. 23.

The KC Band was part of the celebration at Zion Lutheran on Sept. 23.

Siren Covenant Church drop-off point for Operation Christmas Child SIREN - Siren Covenant Church is the official drop-off center for Operation Christmas Child. The project brings joy and hope to children in desperate situations through a simple, gift-filled shoebox.

All you have to do is find an empty shoebox, determine the sex and age of a child and fill it with gifts that a poor child can use. Some gift selections would be personal hygiene items, T-shirt, socks, cap, sunglasses, flashlight with extra batteries, a small toy, school supplies and a self-addressed envelope with a personal note and picture of yourself. There is a chance you might even get a letter from the receiver. Please, no war-related items, choco-

late, food, liquids, medications or breakable items. Each child that receives a shoebox will receive a New Testament in their own language. It will cost $7 to ship each shoebox.

The drop-off center will be at 7686 Lofty Pines Drive, Siren, during National Collection Week, Monday through Monday, Nov. 12-19. The church will be open Monday, Nov. 12, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 13, 1-5 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 14, 5-7 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 15, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Friday, Nov. 16, 5-7 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 17, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 18, 9 a.m.-noon, and Monday, Nov. 19, 9 a.m. to noon. - submitted

Bishop Hee-Soo Jung visits United Methodist members Bishop Hee-Soo Jung, newly appointed to lead the Wisconsin Conference, United Methodist Church for a four-year term, recently visited members of the United Methodist churches in this area.

He is pictured with Pastor Tom Cook (left) and Pastor Gil White (right), the pastoral team leading the four-point charge of Danbury, Grace, Siren and Lewis United Methodist churches. – Photo submitted

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OBITUARIES/CHURCH NEWS

Marjorie G. Powers

John Michael Leisch John Michael Leisch, 55, passed away suddenly Oct. 9, 2012, at this home in Copper Center, Alaska.

He was born Sept. 12, 1957, to Raymond and Dorothy Liesch in Frederic. He married Roxann Hill on June 22, 1986, in Falun.

In Alaska, he worked as a maintenance man at Kenny Lake School. He enjoyed hunting caribou and moose, also salmon fishing.

He enjoyed building log cabins, and was in the process of building one now. He was a hard worker and had many different jobs, from having his own bakery, farming, to many factory jobs. He was never afraid to try something new.

He was preceded in death by his father, Raymond.

He is survived by his wife, Roxann; children, Luke and Emily; mother, Dorothy; sister, Mary (Charles) Tschumperlin; brothers, James, Jerome and Jeff (Beth); two grandchildren.

Burial was held in Copper Center, Alaska. A celebration of life was held Oct. 19 in Frederic.

Arthur H. Gunerius Arthur H. Gunerius, 75, Siren, died Oct. 24, 2012.

He is survived by his wife, Kathy; sons, Ron (Gia) and Keith (Breanna); grandchildren, Jordan and Aubrey; sister, Joanie Alfson; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Interment was at Fort Snelling.

David Wayne Hilger

Neil Ray O’Donnell, 73, of Washburn, Mo., passed away Friday, Oct. 19, 2012, in Rogers, Ark. He was born on June 2, 1939, in Burnett County at Hertel. On Aug. 2, 1986, he was united in marriage to Marian Borresen, who survives. Also surviving is daughter, Geraldine Cook; three grandchildren; stepdaughter, Donna Pash; stepson, Jonathan Gilbert; brother, Dean O’Donnell; two sisters, Marian Brincken and Kay Krentz; nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Nancy; and son, Shawn.

After high school, Neil worked for R.E.A. as a lineman and for Northwestern Electric. In 1987, he moved to Missouri and worked as a welder for Thorco Industries and also built and sold furniture.

On Oct. 23 graveside services were held at Washburn Prairie Cemetery under the direction of John Funeral Home, Cassville, Mo.

David Wayne Hilger, 43, formerly of Shafer, Minn., from Texas, lost his live in a tragic motorcycle accident Nov. 3, 2012.

Dave worked as a teamster and 49er for Shafer Const., EJM and currently Michels. David was a hardworking individual who would always lend a helping hand in fixing or repairing things and, of course, enjoyed his motorcycle. As he took his journey through life, he touched many of us with a dose of intellectual conversations and his boisterous outbursts. He never bolstered the credit that was given for his service to our country, as a decorated U.S. Navy member. He served on the USSMidway (CV-41) from 1988-92, his highest award was the Navy and Marine Corps Medal, served in the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm.

Come to a celebration of his life memorial service to be held at Wolf Creek Bar, 2387 River Road, St. Croix Falls, on Saturday, Nov. 10, beginning at noon.

Final military honors will be at Spooner Veterans Cemetery next Wednesday, Nov. 14, at 11 a.m.

He is survived by his family, mother, Grace (Tom) Haines, father Richard (Ann) Hilger, many brothers and sisters and extended family. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Patriot Guards are preferred, with funeral arrangements provided by Edling Funeral Home, Grantsburg.

David, (aka Meathead, Pretty Boy), enjoy your eternal ride.

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LUNCH Barbecue beef, bun, waffle fries, broccoli, dip OR Oriental salad.

LUNCH Chicken fajita, assorted toppings, refried beans, corn OR chicken-strip salad.

LUNCH Mini corn dogs, macaroni & cheese, steamed broccoli, green beans, sliced peaches, apple, oranges.

LUNCH Pizza casserole, bread stick, salad, garbanzo beans, black beans, corn, mandarin oranges, apple, oranges.

LUNCH Chicken nuggets, buttered noodles, sliced carrots, vegetable medley, mixed fruit, apple, oranges.

LUNCH Thanksgiving Dinner: Creamed turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, dinner roll, cranberries, peas, apple crisp, apple, oranges.

LUNCH Hamburger with fixings, potato wedges, mixed vegetables, applesauce, apple, oranges.

BREAKFAST French toast sticks.

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BREAKFAST Donut holes.

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BREAKFAST Breakfast pizza.

LUNCH Entrees: Choose 1 - Cardinal burger bar OR turkey/cheese on a bun, french fries, corn, salad greens, pear sauce, banana.

BREAKFAST Sausage bagel.

LUNCH Entrees: Choose 1 - Breaded chicken strips OR ham/cheese on wholegrain bun, potato salad, baked beans, pineapple sauce, watermelon.

BREAKFAST Cinnamon roll.

LUNCH Entrees: Choose 1 - Chicken noodle or tomato soup, grilled cheese OR PB & jelly sandwich, fresh veggies, salad greens, fresh fruit.

BREAKFAST Assorted cereal and toast, juice and milk.

LUNCH Whole-wheat pita pocket, oven potatoes, green beans, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, assorted fresh fruit and veggies, tropical fruit.

BREAKFAST Cinnamon tastry, juice and milk.

LUNCH Spaghetti (whole-grain noodles), Romaine salad, peals, assorted veggies, fresh fruit, peaches.

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LUNCH Taco on whole-grain shell, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, brown rice, black/ refried beans, pineapple, mandarin oranges, fresh fruit and veggies.

BREAKFAST Pancake & sausage on a stick, juice and milk.

LUNCH Turkey gravy, mashed potatoes, stuffing, steamed peas, assorted veggies, Romaine/spinach salad, fresh fruit.

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LUNCH Mini corn dog, broccoli/cheese, assorted veggies, lettuce salad, fresh fruit, applesauce.

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LUNCH Turkey gravy, mashed potatoes, cooked broccoli, cranberries, pears, apple.

LUNCH Thanksgiving Dinner: Turkey, gravy, stuffing, fresh fruit, corn, cookie. No salad.

LUNCH Hamburger burger, whole-wheat bun, raw broccoli, raw carrots, fresh fruit.

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Marjorie G. Powers, 82, Webster, passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 31, 2012, at her home with her family around her.

Marjorie was born on March 18, 1930, to Eugene and Anna Adkins in St. Paul, Minn. Marjorie took great pride in her family. She was a warm, loving and nurturing woman who loved to cook, travel and fish. She will be so missed- see ya Mom. Marjorie is preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Lawrence Donald; parents; and twin sister, Barbara Rolfer.

She is survived by her sister, Sylvia Anderson. She was an amazing mother of six children: Julie (Philip) Pierce, Patrick, Ricky (Kathy), Martin (Olga), Lynne (Dale) Ganser and Victoria (Steve) Rainer. She is also survived by 14 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; longtime friend, Jackie Myrmel; and buddy, Molly. Online condolences can be made at swedberg-taylor.com.

The Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Webster, was entrusted with arrangements.

Neil Ray O’Donnell

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CHURCH NEWS

Eternal

perspectives Sally Bair

An avid disciple Nov. 11, 1897, marks the day a monument was dedicated at St. Michael’s Church in Zwolle, Holland, to the memory of Thomas Hemerken. No doubt many of you have never heard of this man. Born about 1380, Thomas of Kempen, Germany, led a life of poverty, obscurity, and quietness. But his was a life

of great accomplishment within the Christian church as a whole. He wrote “The Imitation of Christ,” a best-seller that has remained on the charts for over 400 years.

Though poor, Thomas’ parents were able to send him to Holland to be educated by the Brethren of the Common Life. This group stressed spiritual conversion, practical holiness, and meditation on Christ. Their teachings impacted Thomas’ life so much that he became an avid disciple of Christ. He eventually became a monk and preached, copied manuscripts, counseled and wrote books until he died at age 90.

“The Imitation of Christ” became popular among Protestants and Catholics alike, an unusual phenome-

non for that time. By the end of the 15th century it reached its 99th printing.

Today it is considered one of the greatest devotional classics ever and still is widely distributed. Here is an excerpt from Thomas of Kempen’s book: “Strive to turn your heart from loving things that are seen, and to set it upon things that are not seen … How much better is a lowly peasant who serves God than a proud philosopher who watches the stars and neglects knowing himself … We must not trust every word of others or feeling within ourselves, but cautiously and patiently try the matter, whether it be of God. The more humble a man is in himself, and the more obedient toward God, the wiser will he be in all things, and the

more shall his soul be at peace.”

Thomas’ words are taken from Colossians 3:1-3. “Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.

For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God.” Heavenly Father, we pray these verses today. Help us to set our hearts and our minds on the eternal things of heaven rather than on the corruptible, unreliable, and temporary things in this world. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Mrs. Bair may be reached at sallybair@gmail.com.

Webster/Siren Area After 5 dinner meeting “What’s Brewing?” is Monday

WEBSTER - All women of the area are invited to the dinner meeting of the Webster/Siren Area After 5, which will be held in the fellowship hall of Grace United Methodist Church, Webster, on Monday, Nov. 12, at 6:30 p.m.

Jenny Tracey will present a special feature representing Fresh Start Coffee Roasters. The special speaker and musician for the evening will be Rachel Snodgrass from Sheboygan. Snodgrass is a certified public accountant turned actress, and with her

Allowances should teach kids about personal responsibility Q: We have three children, and we are looking for any advice you can give us on how we should do money allowances in our household.

Jim: Some parents believe in paying a weekly allowance, while others pay their kids for individual chores. Some parents don’t pay anything, opting instead to give their children money for purchases based on their overall attitude and helpfulness. There’s no one-size-fits-all approach.

Whatever system you adopt, it’s important to remember that one of your major goals is to prepare your children to live in the “real world” – the world of work, taxes, charitable giving and investments. In that world, nobody is going to pay them for making their beds or taking out the trash. Instead, they’ll be paid for things like managing a group of employees, tuning up somebody’s car or selling a pair of shoes to a demanding customer.

With that in mind, we would suggest that kids perform certain tasks around the house simply because they are part of the family. This might include taking care of their own rooms, picking up their toys, helping prepare meals, washing their

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own clothes and, yes, even taking out the trash.

On the other hand, you might pay your kids for chores that demand more time and energy – contributions to the life of the household that go beyond the call of duty. This might include mowing the lawn, washing the car or, in the case of a responsible teenager, baby-sitting younger siblings for an entire Saturday afternoon.

Whether it’s a regular responsibility or a chore that earns a “paycheck,” it’s important to communicate clearly what you’re looking for in terms of the time frame and the level of quality you expect.

••• Q: What do you do when your spouse is unwilling to compromise or discuss issues that you don’t agree on in your marriage?

Jim: Compromise can be a challenge in any marriage! I’m going to let Dr. Greg Smalley, Focus on the Family’s executive director of Marriage and Family Forma-

dry humor, she will talk about her search to fill an emptiness inside. Please join them for an evening of Christian fellowship and inspiration. Make your reservation by calling Jane at 715-566-0081. Cost is $10 inclusive.

tion, tackle this one.

Greg: The key is to dig down below the surface issue to what is actually driving both spouses feelings of hurt. Instead of getting stuck arguing about a specific issue (money, sex, kids, work, etc.) or what each partner is doing wrong, use the opportunity to discuss what is really going on deep inside of you.

What drives hurt and frustration in marriage? Buttons. Whenever someone says something that hurts you or makes you mad, it pushes your buttons. Common buttons include feeling rejected, abandoned, helpless, inadequate, unloved, worthless or unimportant. All of these buttons are ultimately rooted in fear. When someone pushes your fear button, you tend to react with unhealthy words or actions calculated to motivate the other person to change and give you what you want. For example, if you fear being a failure, you want to feel successful. If you fear being rejected, you desire to feel accepted. Most of us use unhealthy reactions to deal with our fear, and as a result, we sabotage our relationships.

The key to breaking this cycle is for you and your spouse to first identify your buttons, and then your reactions. Remember, you can either talk about the surface issue, arguing about what the other person does that hurts or frustrates

After Five is a nondenominational Christian Women’s Fellowship Group that is affiliated with Stonecroft Ministries whose headquarters are located in Kansas City, Mo. - submitted

you, or you can talk about what is really driving your hurt and frustration – your buttons. Don’t be afraid to ask an outside party for help with this process, if necessary. Focus on the Family can offer you a free counseling session by phone and also put you in touch with a qualified counselor in your area.

••• Jim Daly is president of Focus on the Family, host of the “Focus on the Family” radio program, and a husband and father of two.

Dr. Juli Slattery is a licensed psychologist, cohost of “Focus on the Family,” author of several books, and a wife and mother of three.

Submit your questions to: FocusOnTheFamily.com. Copyright 2012 Focus on the Family, Colorado Springs, CO 80995.

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SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST - FREDERIC 609 Benson Road; Pastor Curtis Denney Sat. Worship 11 a.m.; Sabbath Schl. 9:30 a.m.

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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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Elder: Cliff Bjork, 715-755-3048 Sun. Fellowship - 10 a.m.; Wed. 7 p.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. Interim Pastor Andrew Hinwood 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 715-327-4461 Worship 9 a.m.; Sunday School 10:15 a.m.

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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 113 W. Main St.. W., Phone 715-825-2453 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship (begins May 27)

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.

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NORTH VALLEY LUTHERAN Pastor Maggie Isaacson, 715-825-3559 3 mi. W. of Milltown on “G” Sunday Worship - 9:15 a.m.; Wednesday Worship 6:30 p.m.

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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

ELCA - 501 Hwy. 35, 715-646-2357, Mel Rau, Pastor Sun. Wor. & Holy Communion - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - 10:40 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

ZION LUTHERAN - BONE LAKE (LCMC)

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

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

GRACE LUTHERAN - WEST SWEDEN

ZION LUTHERAN - EAST FARMINGTON (WELS )

(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; www.lucklutheran.org (Sept.-May) Sun. Wor. 8 & 10:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9 a.m.

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

ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST

LIVING HOPE CHURCH

Pastor Carolyn Saunders, 715-463-2624 Worship - 9 a.m.; Sunday School - 10:30 a.m.

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.

DANBURY UNITED METHODIST

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC

TRADE LAKE BAPTIST

ATLAS UNITED METHODIST Pastor Carolyn Saunders, 715-463-2624 Sunday School - 11 a.m.; Worship - 11 a.m.

CENTRAL UNITED METHODIST GRANTSBURG

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

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.

YELLOW LAKE LUTHERAN

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN - FREDERIC

GRACE BAPTIST - GRANTSBURG

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

PEACE LUTHERAN - DRESSER (ELCA)

FRISTAD LUTHERAN - CENTURIA

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

ST. FRANCIS XAVIER

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

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

GEORGETOWN LUTHERAN - ELCA

METHODIST

Pastor Gerald Heinecke Church Phone 715-866-7191 Sun. Schl. - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Wor. - 10:30 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

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

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 www.osceolawiumc.org; oumc@centurytel.net 306 River Street, Osceola, 715-755-2275 Pastor Mark Gilbert 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 Sunday Worship 10:30 a.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 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.

OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP 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.

OUR LADY OF THE LAKES 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.

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.

ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLY

CENTURIA ASSEMBLY OF GOD

Pastor Merrill Olson, Interim Pastor 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 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

WESLEYAN

Pastor Larry Mederich, 715-294-4332 occconnect.org Mtg. @ St. Croix Art Barn; Sun. Serv. - 9 a.m.

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

FIRST BAPTIST - AMERY 131 Broadway St., 715-268-2223; 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

FIRST BAPTIST - FALUN 715-689-2125 or 715-689-2156 Brian Krause, Lead Pastor Steve Ward, Assoc. Pastor of Visitation Tim Lindau, Youth Director 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.

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.

NONDENOMINATIONAL

NONDENOMINATIONAL

CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN CHURCH 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 Interim Pastor Craig Jorgenson Sunday Worship 10 a.m.; Children’s Church: K to 6th Grade

NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY Meets at Dresser Elem. School, Dresser Pastor Tony Minell, 715-417-1982 Sunday Wor. 9:45 a.m.; Sunday Schl. 9:45 a.m.

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, 715-483-2911 Pastor’s res./office Sunday Worship 10 a.m.

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Students of the Week GRANTSBURG

FREDERIC

Cassandra Evans has been chosen Frederic Elementary School’s student of the week. She is in third grade and the daughter of Robert and Julie Evans. Her favorite class is science. She enjoys sports, playing with her sisters and watching “SpongeBob.” She has a pet hamster and two cats. Her favorite food is banana peppers. Cassie wants to be a doctor when she grows up because she loves helping people.

Chonlada Saengthaweep has been chosen Frederic Middle School’s student of the week. She is in seventh grade and the daughter of Nalin Farrell. She is involved in volleyball, basketball, track and works in St. Paul in the summer.

She enjoys reading and hanging out with friends. Her future plans are to become a pilot or flight attendant. Her greatest influence in her life is her older brother. Chonlada gets along with almost everyone and is very kind.

Jenna Laqua has been chosen Frederic High School’s student of the week. She is a freshman and the daughter of Lori Laqua and Jeff Laqua. She is involved in volleyball, dance team, track and field, baby-sitting and church youth group. She enjoys hanging out with friends. Her future plans are to attend college and study business. Her greatest influence in her life is her sister. Jenna has a positive attitude and works hard in class.

McKenna Graf has been chosen Grantsburg Elementary School’s student of the week. She is in second grade and the daughter of Tabitha Owens and Larry Graf.

McKenna has been consistently putting forth her best effort in everything she does. She has has great attendance, is involved in many school activities and has an enthusiasm to learn. In PE, she really likes to run and play and is a good teammate. Her favorite subject is math.

LUCK

Gavin Schallenberger has been chosen Luck Elementary School’s student of the week. He is in first grade. Gavin is reading many books to become a great reader. He likes to write about animals and draws beautiful illustrations. Gavin is helpful, kind and considerate to his friends. He is proud of all the good work he does in school.

Jenny Olson has been chosen Luck Middle School’s student of the week. She is in seventh grade and the daughter of Luann and Duaine Olson. Jenny actively participates in class, works hard, gets along well with peers and elders. Her smile is a day brightener. She is involved in piano, Girl Scouts, baby-sitting, volleyball and gymnastics. She enjoys drawing, listening to music, collecting rocks, making comics and studying the ocean.

Austin Hillman-Baker has been chosen Luck High School’s student of the week. He is a junior and the son of Sandra Baker and Gregory Hillman. Austin is dependable and can be trusted to complete tasks. He is a leader amongst his peers. He is involved in teaching Sunday school, cross country, basketball and track. He enjoys hunting, fishing and spending time training for sports.

Sierra Braund has been chosen St. Croix Falls Elementary School’s student of the week.

She lives at home with her mom, dad, three sisters and brother and one to come. She loves to play games like Monopoly with her sisters and brothers. She also likes to run in races. At school she loves to read and paint in art class. When she grows up she wants to be a doctor. Sierra is a great student and person.

Logan Allen has been chosen Siren High School’s student of the week. He is a freshman and the son of Robert Allen and Lisa Daniels. Logan utilizes his time efficiently. He loves all sports. His favorite food is cozy dogs and he enjoys fishing and hanging out with his brother and family.

Adin Treague has been chosen Webster Elementary School’s student of the week. He is in first grade and the son of Anna and Scott Treague. Adin is a wonderful student to have in class. He is respectful, responsible, cooperative and caring. He follows directions and school rules and is very helpful to his classmates. He enjoys a variety of activities and speaks often of hunting with his dad. His favorite class in school is math.

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Hayley Cermin has been chosen St. Croix Falls High School’s student of the week. She is a junior and the daughter of Jon and Cheryl Cermin and has a younger brother, Jeremy. Hayley is on the SCF royalty and enjoys reading, singing, playing the piano and hanging with friends.

She is in NHS, SOS, Clowns, student council, student coach for girls basketball and track.

Magdalena Wright has been chosen Webster Middle School’s student of the week. She is in seventh grade and the daughter of Renae Wright and Leo Gadbois. Maggie is a super student to have in class and almost always has a smile on her face.

She likes to travel and has been to Michigan, Alaska and Canada.

She enjoys riding horses and reading.

Nathan Gatten has been chosen Webster High School’s student of the week. He is a sophomore and the son of Martha Gatten. Nathan is quiet, polite and very respectful.

He enjoys helping with the beginning trumpet students. Whenever he is asked to do something, he does it with no questions asked.

He is involved in SIGN, cross country, basketball and track. He enjoys anything outside.

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Dusty Langeberg has been chosen St. Croix Falls Middle School’s student of the week. He is in eighth grade and the son of Phil and Rosanne Langeberg. He has one sister. His pets include one dog and one cat. He is involved in basketball, cross country and he also enjoys playing guitar. His favorite subject is science. Dusty works hard, is a positive leader, and is always willing to help out.

WEBSTER

Kohl Kettula has been chosen Siren Middle School’s student of the week. He is in seventh grade and the son of Silas and Niki Kettula.

Kohl is a great student who strives to be great in the classroom and out of it. He is involved in football, basketball, track, the traveling basketball team, band and choir. He enjoys hanging out with friends and watching movies.

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Jaicee Bowman has been chosen Grantsburg High School’s student of the week. She is a freshman and the daughter of Leida Goyeneche and J.R. Fagerberg. She completes her homework, is responsible and reliable and participates actively in class.

She is involved in volleyball and baby-sitting. She enjoys reading and spending time with friends and family. She would like to be a graphic designer. Jaicee is creative and friendly.

ST. CROIX FALLS

SIREN

Katie Taylor has been chosen Siren Elementary School’s student of the week. She is in fifth grade and the daughter of Normita and Gregory Taylor and the sister to Henry and Stephanie. Katie is always trying her best at school in all that she does. She is very respectful and very kind to others.

Katie likes to go outside to play and after school play with friends.

Her favorite subject is science and her favorite thing about school is playing in gym and at recess.

Emma Karl has been chosen Grantsburg Middle School’s student of the week. She is in fourth grade and the daughter of Joey and Brent Haley. Emma walks in every morning with a smile on her face. She can work independently, but she also works well with others. She is friendly with everyone and is always ready to help. Emma tries her best and it shows in the work she does. Her favorite classes are music and art.

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McKennah Beaudry has been chosen Unity Elementary School’s student of the week.

She is in first grade and the daughter of Tamara and Mark Beaudry. McKennah is a friend to everyone. She is kind and her behavior is exemplary. She is a joy to have in the classroom.

Patrick Hovey has been chosen Unity Middle School’s student of the week. He is in fifth grade and the son of Joseph and Jamie Hovey. Patrick comes to class prepared and completes his work with quality. He is positive and ready to learn. He has a good attitude and his work habits are admirable. He also sets a good example for his peers and is a pleasure to see in class every day.

Olivia Coen has been chosen Unity High School’s student of the week. She is a junior and the daughter of Lisa and Tom Coen.

She is involved in cross country, soccer, track and student council.

She also tutors elementary students. She enjoys reading, running and writing. Her favorite classes are biology and math. Teachers say that she is outspoken and truly adds to class discussions.

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Happenings in the Upper St. Croix Valley communities

Coming events

NOVEMBER

Dresser

• Chronic illness/disability support group will meet at Peace Lutheran Church, 6:30 p.m., 715-755-2515.

THURS.-WED./1-28

WEDNESDAY/14

Amery

Clear Lake

• Earth Arts Fall Salon art exhibition at ArtZ Gallery.

Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., earthartswi.org.

• Smorgasbord at First Lutheran Church, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and 4-8 p.m.

THURS.-SAT./8-10

Siren

• Potluck followed by 500 cards at the senior center, 11:30 a.m.

St. Croix Falls

• High school drama club’s “You Can’t Take It With You” at the elementary school, 7:30 p.m.

THURSDAY/15

THURSDAY/8

Balsam Lake

• 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.

Centuria

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

Siren

Grantsburg

• Ruby’s Pantry at 24534 Hwy. 35/70. Sign-up 1:30 p.m., distribution 2 p.m., $15 donation.

• Blood drive at the community center, noon-6 p.m., 800733-2767, redcrossblood.org.

St. Croix Falls

Luck

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

• Author Phil Peterson to speak at the library, 7 p.m., 715-483-1777.

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

Milltown

• Friends of the Library meet at 6:30 p.m., 715-825-2313.

FRI. & SAT./9 & 10 Luck

• “Spectaculathon” at the high school, 7:30 p.m.

Siren

• PFCT production of “Jack and the Beanstalk” at the school, 7 p.m., 715-220-6471.

FRIDAY/9 Balsam Lake

• Poco Penners meeting at the library building, 2 p.m., 715-483-9738.

Lewis

• Hunters stew at the Methodist church, 4 p.m. until gone.

St. Croix Falls

• Fish fry at American Legion Post 143, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

SATURDAY/10 Amery

• Ruby’s Pantry at Congregational Church. Doors open 8:30 a.m. Dist. 9 a.m., $15 donation, 715-268-7390.

• Mary Rose Varo tribute to veterans at Balsam Lutheran Church, 7 p.m., 715-268-9291.

Cushing

• Annual venison feed at the community center. Begins at 4 p.m., 715-648-5328. Prize drawings, raffles & Bingo.

Danbury

• Craft and bake sale at the Methodist church, 9 a.m.2 p.m.

Frederic

• Fall bazaar & bake sale at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

• 11-Area-School Teen Dance at Hacker’s Lanes, 8 p.m.midnight.

Grantsburg

• Crex Meadows Nature Photography Club meets at Crex, 10 a.m.-noon, 715-463-2739.

The lead roles of Tony Kirby and Alice Sycamore in the St. Croix Falls High School play "You Can't Take It With You" are played by Brandon Loiselle and Maddie Sullivan. The play will be presented Thursday through Saturday, Nov. 8, 9 and 10, at 7:30 p.m. - Photo submitted • Benefit for Samantha Everson at the American Legion, 2 p.m.-?, hans.everson@yahoo.com.

• Book signing by Sue Segelstrom at the library, 9:30 a.m.-noon, 715-463-2244.

Luck

• Antique appraiser Mark Moran at the library, 2-5 p.m.

• Harvest stew, bake sale, crafts and lefse at Zion Lutheran Church of Bone Lake, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

• Discussion on senior housing at the museum, 7-8:30 p.m., 530-400-1029, jgscott19@gmail.com.

Osceola

• Lutefisk dinner at West Immanuel Lutheran Church, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

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

St. Croix Falls

• Hingepoint meeting for men battling sexual addictions, at River Valley Christian Church, 9 a.m.-noon, 715483-5378.

• Veterans Day dinner at American Legion Post 143, 6 p.m.

Taylors Falls, Minn.

• Praise Service at the United Methodist Church, 5 p.m.

Burnett County

• Yellow Lake Veterans Day parade, meet at the Gandy Bar, 10 a.m.

Milltown

• Veterans dinner 5 p.m., program 6:30 p.m., at United VFW Post. RSVP at 715-825-2566.

• Turkey & ham dinner at Milltown Lutheran Church, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Webster

• AARP 55 Alive course at the senior center, 1-5 p.m., 608-655-4847.

Webster

• Otis Taylor Post 96 Veterans Day dinner at the community center. Happy hour noon-1 p.m., dinner 1 p.m.

MONDAY/12

Amery

Danbury

• Hunters supper at the town hall, 4 p.m.

Dresser

Amery

• Holiday bazaar & lunch at Bethesda Lutheran Church, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

Frederic

• Holiday bazaar at St. Dominic Catholic Church, 8 a.m.noon.

• Weight-loss surgery education and support at the medical center, 5-6 p.m., 715-268-0597.

• School’s out movie marathon at the library, 10:15 a.m.?, 715-327-4979.

Webster

TUESDAY/13

SUNDAY/11

• Cancer support group at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 7 p.m., 715-268-6722 or 715-268-7290.

• Fall harvest dinner at Little Falls Lutheran Church, noon2 p.m.

• Blood drive at Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church, 1-7 p.m., 800-733-2767, redcrossblood.org.

Amery

Balsam Lake

Festival Theatre fall campaign is under way ST. CROIX FALLS - Festival’s annual fall campaign officially began in October and help is needed from the community to support this gem of a nonprofit, professional theater serving the St. Croix River Valley region.

“During this charitable giving season, please consider how important it is to have a live, professional performing arts organization in Northwest Wisconsin,” said Executive Director Danette Olsen.

“To reach our goal and balance our budget, we must raise an additional $50,000 before the end of the year. So far this fall we’ve received about $12,000 toward our goal!”

Historically, Festival’s fall campaign gifts have ranged in size from $35 to $1,000 and the average gift in 2011 was $125. To reach their goal, Festival Theatre needs 280 families to participate with an average gift. Annually, a small number of donors contribute with larger gifts of $500 to $2,000, however, the theater is very dependent on the nearly 3,000 households who purchase tickets over the course of the year and for any contribution at all that can fit into a charitable giving budget.

As the anchor tenant and steward of the Civic Auditorium in downtown St. Croix Falls, Festival Theatre works closely with the community to develop and present a wide range of programs and services to the region. Philanthropic gifts can be di-

Siren

• Chili feed at the Methodist church, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

• Bazaar & bake sale at Centennial Hall, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 715-268-6605.

Webster

Amery

Grantsburg

• Ribbon-cutting ceremony for “Project Citizen” swings at Memory Lake Park, 1:30 p.m.

SATURDAY/17

• Webster/Siren After 5 dinner meeting at Grace Methodist Church, 6:30 p.m. RSVP to 715-566-0081.

• Used book sale and open house at the library, 10 a.m.1 p.m., 715-866-7697.

Balsam Lake

• Flu shots at the health department, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 715485-8500.

Siren

• Head injury support group at Siren Covenant Church, 1-2:30 p.m., 715-349-8985.

Turtle Lake

• Veterans Day dance, Legion, 7:30 p.m.-midnight.

FRIDAY/16

Frederic Luck

• Deer hunter’s widow craft & bake sale at Bone Lake Lutheran Church, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

St. Croix Falls

• Ring of Kerry at Festival Theatre, 7:30 p.m., 715-4833387, festivaltheatre.org.

• Artists for the Arts show and sale at Festival Theatre, 5-10 p.m., festivaltheatre.org.

ONGOING Every Day

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

Divorce care support group at Apple River Community Church, 715-268-8360, 715-268-2176.

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.

Christian 12-Step Recovery group at Faith Lutheran Church, Balsam Lake, 7-8 p.m., 715-566-4215.

Every Tuesday

Bingo at the Burnett County Moose Lodge, Siren, 6 p.m.

Sexual assault support group, Polk County, 800-2617233 for location, 6:30-7:30 p.m Anger management group at Amery Regional Medical Center, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 715-268-4094.

Master Gardener Training at Polk County Government Center, 6-9 p.m. Also some Saturdays, 715-485-7600.

Domestic violence and sexual assault support group, 5:15 p.m. Call for location, 800-261-7233, Burnett County.

Every Wednesday

Festival Theatre’s Youth & Family Theatre project is an arts education program serving hundreds of youth in the St. Croix Valley. - Photo submitted rected to a specific program, such as arts education, the Music Series, or the Theatre Series, or gifts can be unrestricted for use in the general operating budget. Due to the work of the Living Landmark Committee, a separate fund has been created to support renovation of the Civic Auditorium as well.

The annual fundraising campaign is critical to the success of Festival Theatre

and allows for the continued presence of great performances in the St. Croix Valley.

Festival Theatre is a 501(c)(3) organization and all contributions are tax-deductible.

Gifts may be sent to P.O. Box 801, St. Croix Falls, WI or by made by telephone at 715483-3387 or through the Web site at festivaltheatre.org. - submitted

Women of Hope, cancer support group, at SCRMC, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., 715-483-0431.

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

Every Thursday

Breastfeeding support group at the St. Croix Regional Medical Center, 2-3:30 p.m., 715-483-0431.

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.