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Hello Alaskan fishing trip!

New tourism guide available POLK COUNTY - The new 2013 Polk County Tourism Guides are now available for individuals and businesses to pick up at the Polk County Information Center.

The guide is filled with information needed to explore the four seasons in Polk County. Distribution will be made to many businesses in the area, but if larger quantities are needed, call the Polk County Information Center at 715483-1410. - with submitted information

Family Resource Center honored

NORTHWEST WISCONSIN - The BaldwinWoodville Area Chamber of Commerce presented Family Resource Center St. Croix Valley with the 2012 Small Business of the Year Award at the chamber banquet on Monday, Jan. 28. The award honors the significant contributions the center makes to the area’s economic base and its involvement in activities that enhance the quality of life in the greater community. FRCSCV is a nonprofit community organization founded in 1998 to offer free early childhood development, family support and parent education resources.

Its mission is to strengthen children, families and communities by offering education, resources, and support. All of FRCSCV’s services are free and available to any family with children from birth to age 6 in Pierce, Polk and St. Croix counties. It is a funded partner of United Way St. Croix Valley and a Success By 6 vendor. FRCSCV is also a proud member of the Polk County CARING Committee – a child abuse prevention team. Shown above (L to R): Sheila Peterson, Baldwin-Woodville Area Chamber of Commerce president; Margaret Escabí, FRCSCV development and marketing coordinator; Patricia Draxler, FRCSCV executive director; and Rob O’Keefe, Baldwin-Woodville Area Chamber of Commerce past president.- Photo courtesy of Suzanne Wynveen

Heller in color

Ron Northquest (left) of St. Croix Falls was the grand-prize sweepstakes winner at the American Legion Midwinter Conference in January, awarding him $20,000 cash. He is pictured with David Kurtz, American Legion Adjutant, who hand delivered the money to Northquest last week in St. Croix Falls. Northquest is planning a long-delayed Alaskan fishing excursion with a friend. “He’d just asked me when we were going to go, and I told him I didn’t have the money for that. Now I can make the trip!” Northquest is a 39-year member of the American Legion Post 143 in St. Croix Falls and a U.S. Army veteran who served in Germany in the 1970s. “I’ve never won anything before,” he said. The sweepstakes are part of a Legion program to fund rehabilitation programs and expense-free retreats for veterans to Camp American Legion and other programs. - Photo by Greg Marsten

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“Duck” to perform at next Valley Dance, Feb. 16 LUCK - “The mind-body health benefits of dancing are astounding,” says Valley Dance founder and Lamar Community Center board member Dr. Kelley Hagenbuch. “Studies have shown that dancing improves posture and balance, it strengthens bones and muscles, and tones your entire body. Dancing can breathe new life into a dull routine and has power to unite generations and cultures. ” With the Valley Dances, Lamar encourages community members of all ages to put a spring in their step and enjoy the many health benefits of dancing. Duck for the Oyster, widely regarded as one of the Midwest’s finest traditional dance bands, are the featured performers of the next Valley Dance on Saturday, Feb. 16, from 7 to 11 p.m. at the West Denmark Parish Hall loDuck for the Oyster, widely regarded as one of the Midwest’s finest traditional dance cated at 2492 170th St. in Luck.

Duck for the Oyster specializes in tradi- bands, are the featured performers of the Valley Dance on Saturday, Feb. 16, from 7 tional music and dance from the 18th and to 11 p.m. at the West Denmark Parish Hall in Luck. - Special photo 19th centuries. They offer an array of called dances along with waltzes, polkas, schottiswill be held at Hungry Turtle Farm Barn located at 410 125 St. ches and swing dance, as well as diverse dances from around in Amery. the world. Their wide variety of songs, dances, rhythm The dance series is supported in part with funding from games, stories and fun offers entertainment for virtually the Wisconsin Arts Board and the National Endowment for every age group, and most of their evenings include special the Arts. The Lamar Community Center is currently under dances for the young and the young at heart. Everyone is wel- renovation following the successful completion of a capital come, there are always enough dance partners to go around, campaign. and all dances are taught beforehand so no previous dance Also look for Lamar’s annual winter concert and dance experience is necessary. fundraiser featuring the renowned Sue Orfield Band on Suggested donation is $5 for adults, with free admission March 23 at the Taylors Falls Memorial Community Center for seniors and children under 12. in Taylors Falls, Minn.

In addition, the final dance in the Valley Dance series will For further information, go to lamarcommunity.org - with be held April 20 featuring the music of J. Willy Williams. The submitted information event is co-sponsored by Hungry Turtle Farm and Lamar, and

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Briefly MADISON — The CBS program “48 Hours” will feature, this Saturday, Feb. 9 (9 p.m.), the La Crosse County murder case of Merna and Dennis Koula, who were found shot to death in their Town of Barre home in May 2010. Their son, Eric, was found guilty by jury trial of their homicides in June 2012 and later sentenced to two consecutive terms of life in prison.

As part of the program, Assistant Attorney General Gary Freyberg, who prosecuted the case with La Crosse County District Attorney Tim Gruenke, was interviewed by “48 Hours“ correspondent Peter Van Sant.

Gruenke also was interviewed for the broadcast, along with retired Department of Justice-Division of Criminal Investigation Special Agent John Christophersen.

According to its Web site, the award-winning program is “television’s most popular true-crime series, investigating shocking cases and compelling real-life dramas with journalistic integrity and cutting-edge style.” - submitted ••• CORRECTION The information with photos of the Frederic ice-fishing contest published last week incorrectly listed the event’s sponsor(s). The event is sponsored by the Frederic Chamber of Commerce and the Frederic/Luck High School girls softball team. The editor apologizes for the error.

Finding the right people for the Polk County jobs A clarification

by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – A quote by Dana Frey, Polk County administrator, in last week’s Leader needs clarification as it implied that the county had a negative view on the unemployed. Frey says the quote was correct but did not convey what he meant.

Frey, in an e-mail, said, “To clarify, I definitely do not believe there is something wrong with an unemployed person that would somehow affect their eligibility for county employment, nor would I tolerate any discrimination based on current employment status in the hiring process.”

At the finance committee meeting where Frey made his statement, he was explaining some of the difficulties in keeping and hiring employees in some fields. To quote his e-mail further, Frey said “In context, my attempt was to explain a paradox: our difficulty in replacing many of those who are retiring, especially in health fields and, at the same time, a high level of unemployment in the county.”

The county has seen an imbalance in job openings and applications. There have been over 100 applications for some jobs. And yet for other positions, the county has had to search for up to a year.

Some career fields are in high demand, even in the present economy.

So, the available local pool of people looking for new jobs does not always match the qualifications for positions the county needs to fill, and the people with those skills and qualifications are sometimes not available locally and at the compensation level the county offers.

Frey said in his e-mail, “Presuming I said what was quoted, my choice of words was unfortunate and misleading, and I apologize for that.”

The writer apologizes for writing an incomplete story that did not present the entire context of the meeting discussion.

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Local connection to child’s murder in Florida Mother charged with murder in death of 6-month-old

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer CENTURIA – The death of a 6month-old child in Florida has a tragic local connection, and the Centuria-area family that sought to see that baby in recent months learned over the weekend that he not only died a tragic death, but that it was allegedly at the hand of his mother, who also has local roots.

The woman facing charges behind the child’s death was formerly from Centuria, and recently moved to Florida, which is where the child, Hadley, perished on Jan. 28. His mother, Brittany Arnett, 20, is now facing capital murder charges in a Citrus County (Florida) Court. Arnett is a 2009 Unity High School graduate.

Hadley was the biological son of Daniel Livingston, of Centuria, also a Unity graduate. According to the Livingston family, they struggled to ever see the child after he was born, and the family is now speaking out about the tragedy, as painful as it may be.

“Our family wants the truth to be known about what happened to this innocent child,” stated Karen Livingston, Hadley’s aunt. “She (Arnett) has kept him from us since birth, she ran to Florida after she had him and never let any of us see him.”

Reports seem to confirm that comment. Several accounts state that not long after Hadley was born last summer, Arnett left with the baby to the Sunshine State with another man, who authorities insist was not involved in the child’s death. But the tragic end the baby met is hard

to ignore, and even harder to digest for a family that rarely, if ever, got to hold or even see their son, Brittany Arnett, grandson, 20, is now facing nephew or cousin. capital murder “Our famcharges in a Citrus ily is heart(Florida) broken and County Court. in mourning over what she (Arnett) did,” Karen Livingston added, and she said the father is having an admittedly difficult time with the painfully violent end his little boy met.

The details of the child’s death led to the murder charges against Arnett earlier this week, after she allegedly beat the child so badly that he died the next morning.

According to reports from the Citrus County Sheriff’s Department, Arnett and her boyfriend brought the child to their local hospital on the morning of Jan. 28. The boy was not responsive or breathing and, in spite of resuscitative efforts by hospital staff, they could not save the baby.

Sheriff’s department investigators said the baby suffered “severe bruising on the left side of his rib cage ... and he also had what appeared to be a bite mark on his left thigh.”

A subsequent autopsy found that the baby had suffered several injuries that led to his death, including that the child “had brain hemorrhaging, a separated spine, broken ribs and lacerations in his mouth, among other injuries,” the report stated.

Citrus County investigators

have revealed what they believe occurred the day prior, Jan. 27, when Arnett was left alone with the baby throughout the day.

They say that when her boyfriend returned that night, the baby “had difficulty focusing and was sensitive to touch.”

They said the child also had to have blood removed from his mouth. The report also gives a troubling and tragic time line to the events that led to Hadley’s passing, much of which Arnett has now reportedly owned up to.

Earlier this week, she admitted to causing the injuries that led to her son’s death. She reportedly “became frustrated and angry that she was left alone with him,” and eventually put the baby in his toddler swing.

Investigators stated that Arnett told them that over the next couple of hours, she admitted to having slammed the baby’s face into the (swing) tray, and grabbing him around the rib cage to pull him out of the swing, “ ... with such force that the back of his head hit the swing.”

Arnett told police she knew the child was injured, but she was afraid to call authorities or tell the boyfriend for fear of reprisal or charges. She put Hadley to bed that evening, and admitted that the last time she heard the baby breathing was at 5:30 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 28.

Arnett was arrested and formally charged with felony murder on Monday, Feb. 4. She was taken into custody over the weekend and is currently at the Citrus County Detention Facility.

While she now seems to be telling how the baby died, Arnett did not immediately admit or hint at her involvement, and posted numerous comments lamenting his death two days later on her social media pages,

Hadley was the biological son of Brittany Arnett and Daniel Livingston. A memorial service for Hadley was held Monday, Feb. 4. – Photos submitted going on at length about how God had “called him home.” “ ... Now that God took him to be with him my heart is broken and empty. I will NEVER be the same ... My life will NEVER be the same,” Arnett wrote on Jan. 30. “It’s the worst feeling in the world to wake up feeling like you ... have a hole in your chest.

I ask myself repeatedly, ‘why did this happen to me? Why did it have to be my precious little boy?’”

According to online court records, Arnett was charged with felony murder three days after that post. She made her first court appearance on Tuesday, Feb. 5, before Citrus County Judge Richard Howard, where he set her arraignment for March 11. She remains in custody on an unspecified bond.

There was a memorial service for Hadley on Monday, Feb. 4, the same day the mother was charged with murder.

Golden Age Manor has “really fantastic” year GAM stable, starts to look long term

by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – “Really fantastic.” “Extremely positive.”

“A tremendous improvement.”

Polk County Administrator Dana Frey expressed praise as he presented the preliminary 2012 financial results for Golden Age Manor, the Polk County-owned nursing home in Amery. The report was given at the meeting of the GAM governing board Tuesday, Feb. 5, in Balsam Lake. Frey said the preaudit figures for the year shows that GAM came out $315,533 in the black for the year.

Frey said that better occupancy and control of expenses were part of the nursing home’s good year and said the entire staff needs to be praised. He added that the positive finances are continuing into the new year with almost full occupancy for January.

The $315,533 is not really a profit, Frey said. The money will go into capital improvements for

GAM, but the timing for some of those improvements may be moved up. Frey mentioned a planned reroofing of the home which could lower energy costs.

Frey said that with GAM finances stabilizing, it brings on the long-term conversation on the future of GAM and how the home fits into the broader issue of serving an aging population in the county. That conversation should involve other homes, hospitals and home care. Frey characterized this as governance, working with the entire community, as opposed to government only, dealing with the home. He posed the question, “Should the county have a role in providing quality care for the area aging in the future?”

All five GAM board members, Rick Scoglio, Robert Blake, Harlan Hegdal, Neil Johnson and Harry Johansen, were present and took part in the discussion.

Johansen noted that the Alzheimer unit meets a need for the community and has a waiting list. He wondered if that unit should be expanded.

Hegdal said the care situation in general will be changing in the next few years. He said the medical community is standing aside at present, waiting to see what is coming, and said the county needs to move cautiously.

Johnson asked about a Johnson Control study on the condition of the boilers in the home and wondered if they should be replaced first. GAM Administrator Dana Reese said the boilers are not efficient but are working well.

Blake wondered about the long-term reliability of the supplemental payment system that brings federal dollars to government-owned nursing homes through the state. Roxanne Malum, GAM director of finances, said the SP funds affect more than the government homes.

Scoglio cautioned that one year of good finances is not a trend. He said that if GAM is not losing money, it eases the minds of county residents. But Scoglio said GAM needs to show a longer period of stability.

GAM for 2012 by the numbers The preliminary figures for 2012 show revenue of $7,903,075 and expenses of $7,587,542 for a net gain of $315,533, about 4 percent of the revenue. The revenue came from four sources. Medical assistance revenue was $3.2 million (40 percent). Private pay was $2.6 million (33 percent).

The government supplemental payments were $1.1 million (14 percent). Lastly, Medicare, shortterm recovery care, was $1 million (13 percent). Medicare revenue has dropped each year for the last three years, from $1,272,667 in 2010 to $1,223,617 in 2011 and now $1,003,661.

Reese added some comments on expenses and revenues. She said GAM lowered pool nursing costs, where nonstaff nurses are brought in to cover staffing shortages, were reduced from $161,000 in 2011 to $51,000 in 2012. She said that overtime expenses were cut in half in 2012.

Reese also said that specialized care and rehab is where the dollars are and where the future is.

Rep. Severson sends open letter to Minnesota businesses

MADISON – This week, state Rep. Erik Severson, R-Osceola, sent an open letter to Minnesota businesses encouraging them to relocate to Wisconsin in response to Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton’s proposal to dramatically increase taxes.

“I believe it is important to outline the options for businesses in Minnesota by letting them know that here in Wisconsin we value job creators,” said Severson. “Governor Dayton’s

budget proposal, especially his tax on business-to-business transactions, will put a stress on businesses and reveal that Wisconsin is a better place to do business.”

In his letter, Severson outlined the different approaches being taken by Minnesota and Wisconsin in order to close their budget deficits. Dayton’s proposal calls for a $2.1 billion sales tax increase in order to eliminate a $1.1 billion deficit. By contrast, Wis-

consin turned a $3.6 billion deficit into a $484 million surplus in just two years without raising taxes.

“We are moving Wisconsin forward by promoting job growth through lower taxes on families and small businesses,” said Severson. “I would encourage all business owners, small and large, to take a close look at Gov. Dayton’s proposal and decide if the cost of doing business in Minnesota is too high. If that’s

the case, I am ready and willing to help businesses make the move across the river into Wisconsin.”

Severson’s letter provides business owners with the Wisconsin Jobs Hotline number, 855854-5627, as well as his personal office number, 608-267-2365, for those who are interested in relocating. – submitted

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Lots of action in Burnett town elections Full contests in Wood River and Sand Lake

by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer BURNETT COUNTY – The April 2 election in Wood River will be a heavily contested race with all the incumbents for the three town board positions facing opposition. Sand Lake will also have contests for town chair and the supervisor positions. There will also be supervisor races in Daniels, Dewey, Jackson, Scott, Siren and Union.

Throw in challengers to the Rusk clerk and the Blaine treasurer and 10 of the 21 Burnett County towns will have contested elections on April 2. In two other towns, Lincoln and Meenon, incumbents are retiring with single candidates running for the open positions. That leaves less than half the towns where all incumbents are running uncontested for an additional two years in office.

The contests Wood River Merlin Becvar, the long-serving Wood River town chair, is being challenged by the present town clerk, Dawn Luke. Four candidates were nominated for the two

supervisor positions at the town caucus. On the ballot are incumbents Dale Halverson and Donald Chell plus Joel Johnson and Chuck Swenson. Cindy Olson is running for the open town clerk position. Town treasurer Laura McKeag is the only incumbent running unopposed for reelection.

Sand Lake Town Chair Don Taylor is not running for another term in Sand Lake. Jim Tolbert and Ed Weber are running for the open position. On the ballot for the two supervisor positions are Jerry Tjader and incumbents Carsten Endresen and Daniel Scully.

The supervisor contests In Daniels, Michael Huber was nominated for supervisor, joining incumbents Timothy Tjader and Denis Simonsen in the race for two board seats.

James Toll is not running for re-election as supervisor in Dewey. The three candidates are incumbent Philip Scheu plus Kyle Vanderhoof and Duane Johnson.

The Jackson supervisor contest includes John Vandergon and incumbents Roger Larson and Nancy Growe.

Scott also has a retiring supervisor, Shirley Muller. The three candidates are Doug McCreade, Kathy Young and incumbent Gary Lundberg. Scott town clerk Kim Simon

is being challenged by Karen Witgins.

Jeff Howe is on the Siren ballot for supervisor together with incumbents Philip Stiemann and Bert Lund Jr. In Union, town Chair Tom Nielsen is not seeking reelection. The only candidate for the position is present Supervisor Marvin Merle. The three candidates for supervisor are Dennis Johnson, Gene Ackland and the second incumbent Wayne Burmeister.

Other contests and changes Blaine has a contest and a change. Daniel Dyson is retiring as town chair, and Vern Drake is the only candidate for the open position. However, the present treasurer, Larry Holter, is facing a challenger, Kim DePover.

The Rusk town clerk, Bonnie Harder, also has a re-election challenger, Ann Stellrecht.

Lincoln town treasurer Patrice Bjorklund is stepping down. Stacy Gaffney is the only candidate for that office.

Meenon has an open supervisor position. Shawn Rachner is not running for another term. John Larson was nominated for the open spot.

There are no contests in Anderson, Grantsburg, LaFollette, Oakland, Roosevelt, Swiss, Trade Lake, Webb Lake and West Marshland. The incumbents in these nine towns are among the 73 Burnett town officials running for re-election unopposed in 2013.

Election contests in seven Polk County towns April races in Bone Lake, Clayton, Eureka, Farmington, Georgetown, Johnstown and Luck

by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer POLK COUNTY - The April 2 election contests are now finalized, with contests in seven Polk County towns. The most contentious election is in the Town of Eureka where the entire town board is facing challenges. Bone Lake has an open election for town chair and a challenger running for supervisor. Incumbent town chairs are being challenged in Clayton and Johnstown, and a challenger is running for the Luck Town Board. Farmington and Georgetown each have contests for open supervisor seats.

There are 24 towns in Polk County, but there is no April election action in the other 17 towns. Incumbents are retiring in Balsam Lake, Beaver and Milltown, but candidates for the open positions are running unopposed. In all, 80 incumbent town officials are uncontested for another two-year term.

The contests Eureka The race for town chair in Eureka is a rerun of the election two years ago when Kyle Swanson defeated town Chair Gene Krull. Krull is running again this year in an attempt to reclaim the chairman position. The incumbent Supervisors Roger Johnson and Steve Jacobs are being challenged by Gary Gunmunsen and James Johnson. The town clerk, Michelle Tonnar, is not running for another term, with Melody Jacobs the only candidate for that of-

fice. Only town treasurer David Anderson is running for re-election unopposed.

Bone Lake Marsha Karpinen is stepping down as Bone Lake chair after one term. Andy Brown and Doug Route are running for the open position. Earl Ericksen is challenging incumbents Bill Schilling and Roger Neumann for one of the supervisor positions.

Clayton Arling “Ole” Olson is challenging the incumbent town chair in the Town of Clayton. Town clerk Carol Wozniak is retiring after 10 years in the position. Pam Van Hueklom and Tracey LaBlanc are on the ballot for the open position.

Johnstown Mike Anderson, the Johnstown chair, is being challenged by town Supervisor Douglas Rouzer. Rouzer is on the ballot a second time running for re-election as supervisor, together with the other supervisor, Joe Zaspel. If Rouzer is elected town chair, an appointment to the vacant supervisor position would be made by the town chair, the remaining supervisor, and the town clerk. The town treasurer position is also being contested in April with Alice Verby challenging incumbent treasurer Susan Rouzer.

Farmington, Georgetown and Luck Tim Stelter is stepping down from one of the Farmington supervisor positions, and four candidates are on the ballot for the two seats. They are Robert Uran, Dennis Neumann, Christine Zappa and the other incumbent Jim Connors.

Georgetown also has an open supervisor position since Dan Bergeron is not running again. Three candidates, John Molamphy, James Bystrom and incumbent Andy Mangelsen, are seeking the two positions.

The Town of Luck does not have an open supervisor position, but Todd Schulte is running against incumbents Larry Wright and Gregory Marsten for one of the two positions.

Uncontested changes In Balsam Lake, the Rucks are retiring from town government. John Ruck is not seeking another term as supervisor, and Audrey Ruck is retiring from the town treasurer position. John Amrhien is the only candidate for supervisor, and Nancy Ashley is running uncontested to be the next treasurer.

Bob Peters is not running for another term as supervisor on the Beaver Town Board. Sabrina Evenson is the only candidate for that open seat.

Milltown has a similar situation with Supervisor Clifford Gustafson not seeking another term, and Mike Fralick is the only new candidate nominated at the caucus.

There are no contested positions on the April 2 ballots in Alden, Apple River, Black Brook, Clam Falls, Clear Lake, Garfield, Laketown, Lincoln, Lorain, McKinley, Osceola, St. Croix Falls, Sterling and West Sweden.

Town government officials are elected for two-year terms in the odd-numbered years. The town board is made up of the chair and two supervisors. The Towns of Alden, Clayton and St. Croix Falls are an exception with five-member board, with two supervisors elected in the even-numbered years. Towns may also elect a clerk and treasurer, but many towns have made these positions appointed jobs.

Balsam Lake seeks lodging venture

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – The Balsam Lake Village Board entertained an update from the Balsam Lake Smart Growth Committee at their regular monthly meeting on Monday, Feb. 4, where they had news on a new lodging complex, possibly at the site of the current county highway shop, which has been mentioned as maybe being vacated in the future with construction of a new facility outside the village.

Trustee Jeff Reed updated the board on the committee’s recent meeting with Cobblestone Hotel vice president of development, John Siebert, who reportedly outlined their interest in possibly developing a local lodging venue.

“They’re still interested in moving forward in a smaller community,” Reed said.

Reed said they were particularly interested in the property on Main Street which has been the site of the county highway department for over half a century. He said the group thinks the location may lend itself to future development.

“The company works with local financing and investments,” Reed added, “possibly a 36-room minimum (building).”

He said the development would use primarily local contractors, as well as a general effort to keep the investment as local as possible.

Minutes from the committee meeting indicate the group may also be interested in having a small convenience store and possibly a gas station on the site, as well as possibly a small wine/beer bar, with a minimum of two acres needed for the whole development.

The estimates are that room rates would be approxi-

mately $85/night, and they also confirmed that local interest favors having a swimming pool at the facility.

Reed pointed out that they want to stay involved in how the county plans to utilize, vacate or sell the property, and said the firm needs board support as one of the initial requirements to move forward.

The board took no action on the matter.

In other board business: • The board unanimously approved eliminating fluoride from the village water system, beginning March 1.

“We’ve been fluoridating forever,” Trustee Josh Hallberg said. “The DNR said it’s up to us, either way.”

• The board approved the purchase of skateboard park equipment, using monies from various sources including grants, parks/recreation committee budgeted funds and undesignated village funds to purchase a final piece to complete park construction.

The split is approximately $4,500 from budgeted money, $3,000 in grant money and the remainder of the purchase coming from approximately $13,500 in undesignated village money.

The goal is to have the park completed by Memorial Day weekend.

• The board approved using existing floodplain mapping for engineering schematics on the reconstruction and enlarging of the CTH I culvert/bridge.

The full hydraulic study was completed in the past by Ayres and Associates engineering, and allows them to not have to pay to do the study again.

• The state transportation department put the brakes on a possible bike/hiking path along the south side of Main Street/Hwy. 46, from near the government center downtown. The memo was received just hours prior to the board meeting, and means they need to explore other options.

“They said it has to be either off-road or divided,” Reed

said. “We have to go back to the drawing board.”

• The board approved the purchase of a stationary radar unit for the police department, paid for mainly through a state grant, with a match by the village in the form of traffic enforcement time, as well as other equipment purchases for their new Ford Interceptor squad car, which is currently being prepared for service duty.

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SNOW NEIGHBORS OF WEST SWEDEN SNOWMOBILE CLUB would like to thank the following for their Generous Donations!

Our Club Banquet was a Huge Success and Loads of Fun! Avalon Inter-County Leader Bean’s Country Griddle Bean & Vonnie Anderson Chell Trucking Bruce & Tammy Chell Skol Haus Roger Hinrichs Frederic Stop Sundown Saloon Northwestern Electric Bernick’s Pepsi Countryside Supper Club Daeffler’s Quality Meats Bremer Bank

Birchwood Beach Resort Frederic Subway Lakes Gas Frederic Grocery Skol Bar Pour House LCO Lodge Tim & Marilyn Grefsrud Karla Holmquist Gary Stranz Yellow Lake Lodge Shawn & Christine Broughman Archie Archibald Kevin & Donna Knauber

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Smart Growth Committee meets with hotel group; interested in county property

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Committee approves conditional use permits

Paintball field Kevin Larson then appeared before the committee with his proposal for a paintball field at his residence on Borg Road in Grantsburg.

Larson said it would be a part-time operation, Saturdays and some Sundays in the summer from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. with 20-30 participants at a time.

Larson said he would take out liability insurance and planned to construct a 12-foot-high fence around the field for safety for people and cars passing by the area.

Larson said there would be strict rules and referees onsite during the sessions. “We will have a zero-tolerance policy,” said Larson.

“This venture will provide team building and activities for kids,” explained Larson, adding he planned to market locally and possibly to groups from the northern metro area.

Dresser board approves additional cop Brief meeting addresses Easter bunny, cop vacancy and U.S. senator’s rep

Gravel pit The committee also granted a permit to the Town of Swiss to develop a five-acre gravel pit with an expansion planned after closing the initial site.

George Costello spoke on behalf of the Town of Swiss telling the committee the reason for the town wanting to develop its own pit was in part due to 300 loads of gravel disappearing last year from their supply and also the costly royalties, as much as $6,000 per year at a privately owned pit.

Costello said gravel from the pit might also be sold to surrounding municipalities but not to private companies.

Amendment for camping The committee also granted Voyager Village a zoning amendment to allow for camping on Voyager subdivisions, four of which already allowed for camping and three more requested to be added.

“We are just amending the Voyager Village plan to allow for perpetual camping on existing lots,” explained Flannigan.

Other business The committee discussed the proposed consolidation of the offices land and water conservation, land information/county surveyor, and zoning and land use.

County land information director Jason Towne, who is heading up the project, reported to the committee $40,000 had been approved by the administration committee to move the project ahead.

Towne’s comment stating two options would be presented to the infrastructure committee drew responses from several staff members from the offices involved in the consolidation.

A comment repeated by staff was the concern a plan would be approved without employees working in those offices having any input.

Bickford said he was concerned over which committees would have jurisdiction over the departments being consolidated.

None of the committee members, department heads or staff from the offices involved could answer to Bickford’s comment.

After more discussion Awe said timely communications, a documented plan and a time line were needed for the committee.

“Change is tough, and we need an effective process to do it,” Awe added.

The committee approved carryover requests of remaining funds from 2012 in the amount of $94,650 to be used in developing a new computer program to track all county permits and for remodeling expenses and furniture as needed in the offices consolidation. The carryover came from funds received from the Wisconsin Land Information Program Grant.

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by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer DRESSER – While they barely spent 15 minutes in session from open to close, the Dresser Village Board did manage to approve several action items at their regular monthly meeting on Monday, Feb. 4, including the unanimous approval of an additional part-time police officer.

“We’re having problems filling shifts right now,” Officer in Charge Ryan Haass told the board in regard to his request, noting how a current part-time officer has numerous other obligations in other departments and with another “regular” job. “The availability is limited.”

Haass said the additional hire would come at a minimal cost to the village, and that it was budgeted. He said the only real costs are in toxicology screening, background checks and uniform allowances.

The board quickly agreed to approve the additional hire.

Haass did not immediately give a time line or outline the process for filling the position.

In other board action: • The board approved a request from members of the Dresser Neighborhood Watch to once again hold an Easter egg hunt at the Dresser Community Hall on March 30, which is the sixth such annual event.

Previous Easter bunny events have drawn over 200 people, making it so crowded they could hardly walk through the hall, according to one of the residents who spoke on behalf of the watch group.

The board also approved a request to donated $275 to the event to help defray costs. They also approved a motion to close a portion of the street that day, so kids who are hunting for eggs don’t have to worry about traffic.

• U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson’s regional representative Scott Bolstad appeared before the board, giving a legislative

Bickford asked whether there would be parking on the road during a session, and Larson asserted the committee no parking on the road would be allowed.

The committee voted unanimously to approve Larson’s permit.

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Dresser Police Department Officer in Charge Ryan Haass sought and received approval from the village board for an additional part-time officer. He said it should make their scheduling more consistent and steady, with no real cost to the village. – Photo by Greg Marsten update and introducing himself.

“There will be a new complexion to the board in May,” village President Rick Flandrena said. “You’re welcome to come back and meet them.”

The Dresser Board has three undeclared vacancies, with Flandrena also not seeking re-election.

• The board approved renewing their membership in the St. Croix Valley Municipal Association.

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by Priscilla Bauer Leader staff writer SIREN – The Burnett County Land Use and Information Committee approved several requests for conditional use permits during the committee’s Tuesday, Feb. 5, meeting.

Steve Johnson appeared before the committee requesting a permit to conduct fire truck pump testing and pump repair outside and in a garage at his 2846 E. Long Lake Road property.

Johnson told the committee he has made a career of testing and repairing fire trucks and would like to provide this service to the Burnett County and Washburn County fire departments.

Johnson told the committee local departments currently take vehicles out of the area for testing or hire someone to come here to test them, both of which are very costly. Johnson said he hoped to offer the same services at a lower cost.

“We have to be concerned with noise,” commented county zoning Administrator Jim Flanigan. “What does pump testing entail?”

Johnson explained he would set up a portable drop tank for the testing, which requires running the truck for an hour.

When asked by Flanigan if vehicles would be on the site for extended periods of time, Johnson said he anticipated a vehicle being on-site for not more than four hours.

“There’s not going to be a bunch of trucks in the yard at one time,” said Johnson. “You want to get the trucks back in service as soon as possible.”

The committee then opened a public hearing on Johnson’s permit request.

Gary Lundberg spoke on behalf of the Town of Scott and the Scott Fire Department, saying both entities were in favor of allowing the operation. Lundberg said it would be cheaper to have Johnson do the testing as the department currently takes their vehicles to Lino Lakes at a cost of $900 per trip and would appreciate the opportunity to get them serviced locally at a lower cost.

George Costello, representing the Danbury Fire Department, said that department was also in support of Johnson’s proposal.

Flanigan then read a letter from one resident asking the committee to deny Johnson’s permit as the testing could disturb a residential area by causing noise and pollution from large diesel trucks.

Flanigan said he received another letter signed by several Long Lake residents also opposed to the granting of Johnson’s permit.

Flanigan also read a letter from the Town of Webb Lake Board stating after discussing Johnson’s plan at the board’s monthly meeting, they concluded while new business is encouraged in Webb Lake, the board would rather have Johnson’s business in an existing commercial district.

Committee member Jeremy Gronski asked Johnson how he planned to dispose of the water used in pump testing.

Johnson said clean water was required for the testing, and he would dump it in his yard.

Committee Chairman Norm Bickford then raised the issue of foam used on fires being present in pumps.

“It’s a contaminant,” commented Bickford. “If you talk to the DNR and it’s used by a lake, they’re concerned.”

Flanigan said Johnson’s property was about 1,000 feet from the lake.

Johnson said the foam commonly used now was more like Dawn dish soap, and there was nothing hazardous being used.

Board members wanted to know if the testing could be done at the truck’s site rather than at Johnson’s property.

Johnson said it could, but moving equipment would be more difficult and also repairs could be more easily done at his shop.

In referring to the county’s comprehensive plan, Gronski said growing business was part of the plan then asked Johnson what his long-term goal was for this business.

Johnson said for now it would be a part-time venture to supplement his income.

“It depends on growth, if it becomes a five-day-a-week job, then I will look for a commercial site,” said Johnson.

Flanigan then reminded the committee this was a conditional permit, so the members could impose conditions on Johnson’s permit.

Gronski suggested pumps being tested be flushed out before Johnson tested them to avoid any foam contamination from tanks.

When committee Chair Chuck Awe asked what the impact of foam really was on land, Bickford remarked he was more concerned about the letters from neighbors opposing the permit when considering whether to grant it.

The committee also asked for an annual review of the permit, and committee member Brent Blomberg suggested adding the condition that hours of operation should be from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday to address any noise concerns from neighbors.

The committee then voted in favor of granting Johnson’s permit with Bickford casting the lone no vote.

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Amery grad to receive top recognition at research conference

DNR names new tribal liason

EAU CLAIRE — A University of tural Values and Sojourner Adaptation Wisconsin-Eau Claire student’s reSkills.” UW-Eau Claire alumna Chelsea search paper is truly “shocking.”

Jacobson, originally from Sartell, Minn., Britta Cusick, a senior French and also contributed to the research. Dr. organizational communication double Judy Sims, professor of communication major from Amery, has had her paper and journalism, served as the faculty selected for the Top Paper Award at mentor for the study. the Western States Communication Cusick will present the research findAssociation’s Undergraduate Scholars ings on a panel with other undergraduResearch Conference Feb. 15-19 in ate students at the conference. She said Reno, Nev. The paper, titled “Re-entry this end result makes all of the work Experiences of Study Abroad Sojournworthwhile. ers,” focuses on data related to re“The many hours I spent working on entry culture shock. this paper were challenging, but being Re-entry shock can occur when indihonored at this conference makes the viduals find difficulty readjusting to time and energy well worth the effort,” their previous lifestyles after spending Cusick said. time abroad. Cusick herself experiAfter graduating from UW-Eau enced this shock following her return Claire in May 2013, Cusick plans to from a semester abroad in Pau, France, pursue graduate study in a program in 2010. with a strong international and interBritta Cusick “It was this experience that spurred cultural communication focus. my interest in researching other stuIn the future, she would like to follow dents experiences with re-entry culture shock and the her passion outside the United States. field of intercultural communication,” she said.

“I am passionate about foreign languages and learning The research paper is based on a faculty-student col- about other cultures, so the opportunity to live and work laborative research project conducted from 2011-12, titled abroad would be ideal,” she said. - from UW-Eau Claire “Cultivating Cultural Intelligence Through Study Abroad: Mindful Communication, Knowledge of Cul-

by Chuck Quirmbach Wisconsin Public Radio STATEWIDE – The DNR has named a liaison between the agency and the Wisconsin Native American tribes.

The move comes after growing concerns about the tribalstate relationship.

Some Native American leaders are upset with the Walker administration over issues including wolf hunting and the proposed taconite mine. So the state has asked Shelly Allness to leave her tribal liason post in the tourism department and take the same role at the DNR, where she earlier worked in the water management program. The DNR would not make Allness available for an interview, and one of her new bosses, Kurt Thiede, downplayed any past problems with the tribes. “What we’re really trying to do here with the central coordinator role is to make sure that communications are coming to a central location, that we’re very cognizant of the follow-up needed on a variety of issues. I think it’s a different way of trying to address our tribal communications, more than anything.”

Journalist Paul DeMain, says he’s glad to hear that Allness has experience working with the tribes. But according to what he’s heard from tribal leaders, Allness will have her hands full. “She steps into a hotbed, compared to 10-15 years ago, when it seemed to me there were people who understood the co-management, and I stress that again, co-management of the resources. Resources that have been reserved both for Ojibwe people and the public.”

DiMaine says the DNR is going to have to get a better handle on government-to-government protocols and relationship.

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LUCK - Support at Luck School on Friday evening, Feb. 1, was solid despite the cold weather and delayed start to the school day. While the Luck-Siren doubleheader basketball games took place in both gyms, the 17th-annual graduate continuing education fundraiser meal and raffle took place in the cafeteria and commons.

The aroma of lasagna and garlic bread drew in 285 people to the cafeteria between 5 and 7:30 p.m., where salad, dessert and beverages rounded out the meal. Supporters also signed up in the commons for the raffle drawing held during halftime of the varsity boys game. Community support from Larsen Auto Centers, the Luck Class of 2013, their parents, the community education advisory council and raffle donors all made the event possible, which raised $2,497. All the proceeds from the raffle and lasagna supper fund Luck graduate scholarships; each graduate will receive $175 as they continue their education after high school, whether it be a two- or four-year college or trade school. Graduates have three years to use this scholarship, and graduates who serve in our military have three years past their discharge date to utilize their scholarships.

This year’s raffle prizes and winners are: Christmas Valley quilt: Jill Lundborg.

Custom doghouse by Herschel Brown: Sydney Wood.

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Customer satisfaction In Burnett County, we have some negative trends that should concern all of us.

Burnett County has a 1- to 2-percent decrease in population and all taxing units of government have decreasing revenue trends because of a lack of people. Cost cutting is good and effective until we start affecting basic services that protect our safety. “Our 18 percent below poverty best solution is more, better-paying jobs,” says our county health and human services director.

We need to put all our heads together to pull us out of this negative direction.

In October, we had a tourism specialist in our area and he stated, “Customers do not return to a destination because they did not enjoy the experience.” He also stated, “It is up to the frontline folks, to increase the tourism dollars greater than $21.5 million in Burnett County in 2011 which employ 384 full-time jobs and saves us paying $565 in additional taxes per year.” Siren is working to market itself as a tourism destination, Grantsburg is moving forward with assessing its tourism positioning, and it would be very helpful if the county would focus on tourism. What happened to that proposed veterans memorial park in Trade Lake?

Burnett County “is tourism” given the

ready by secondary homeowners. Over half of the taxpayers half are tourists due to the fact they actually, officially, live somewhere else.

In December, Gov. Walker at the Northern Wisconsin Conference said, “The tourism industry needs to emphasize customer service, so that those who come to the state feel they were treated special and want to return.” A recent state customer survey said 69 percent of people reported being highly likely to recommend Wisconsin as a travel destination.

The reason 31 percent of customers don’t come back is because they are dissatisfied with the service.

Sixty-eight percent experience an attitude of indifference or rudeness toward the customer by the owner, manager or an employee.

“There is only one boss: the customer.

And he can fire everybody in the company from the chairman on down, simply by spending his money somewhere else.”– Sam Walton.

Free customer service training is coming soon. Are you and your employees ready to learn and apply?

How do we increase customer satisfaction now? 1. Make them welcome. “Hi, how are you? How can we help you to enjoy our county?” 2. Meet or exceed their expectations. Go the extra step. 3.

Thank them for coming to your place of

The Leader encourages readers to submit letters to the editor. All letters may be edited for length, clarity, grammatical accuracy and stylistic consistency.

Letters more than 400 words in length may be returned to the writer for editing. Submitted letters should include the writer’s full name, address, daytime phone number and e-mail address (if available). E-mailed letters are preferred.

Letters may be sent to leadernewsroom@gmail.com or mailed to Inter-County Leader, Box 490, Frederic, WI 54837. fact that 54 percent of homes are owned al-

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business and ask them to come back. 4.

Sing the praises of all the recreation and business places in our county and area.

This is what all of us can do, if we care about our county. Change and grow our area, or do nothing and watch it continue to decline.

Rich Hess Trade Lake

Roundabout caution On Wednesday, Jan. 30, my wife and I were traveling east on Hwy. 8 from St. Croix Falls. As we approached the roundabout, I noted a vehicle which was approaching same from the east at a very moderate rate of speed. I entered the roundabout, at which time the other vehicle really sped up.

Shortly thereafter flashing lights came on. The officer was not at all personable.

He almost acted as though he had a guilty conscience. I think it was well-deserved. A ticket was issued to me for “failure to yield.”

I am 77 years old and got a ticket when I was 17 and now this last one on Jan. 30.

John Grund Amery

You’ve earned a say As Congress returns to addressing fiscal matters, the mandated implementation of the severe sequester budget cuts in early March, the well-financed voices of corporate America will again be heard. Even though Social Security funding is independent of the federal budget and not adding to the deficit, there will be calls for reductions in the benefits this program provides to participants who have earned them.

Last week, the nonprofit, nonpartisan National Academy of Social Insurance released the results of their recent survey that present a stark contrast between the support Americans have for the program and the austerity proposals of those of-

fered by the lobbyists in Washington.

Here are some of the findings from the survey: • 82 percent agree it is critical to preserve Social Security for future generations even if it means increasing Social Security taxes paid by working Americans, and 87 percent want to preserve Social Security for future generations even if it means increasing taxes paid by wealthier Americans.

• Nearly 3 in 4 Americans, 72 percent, say they have a favorable view of Social Security, and a favorable view is shared across income brackets and ages.

• 84 percent believe current Social Security benefits do not provide enough income for retirees.

• 89 percent said Social Security benefits are more important than ever, and 75 percent said we should consider raising benefits.

Yes, Social Security faces a projected long-term funding shortfall, and in the absence of action by Congress the program would be able to pay only about 75 percent of scheduled benefits after 2033.

Participants in the survey want to see the program strengthened by: 1) Eliminating the cap on earnings that are taxed for Social Security, 2) Gradually raising the Social Security tax rate workers and employers pay, 3) Raising the minimum benefit so that a person could retire at 62 and not be poor, and, 4) In contrast to the “chained CPI” proposals, increase Social Security’s cost-of-living adjustment to more accurately reflect the level of inflation experienced by seniors.

The American Association for Retired Persons wants Congress to hear the voices of all of us who have an invested interest in strengthening Social Security for the future. Visit the AARP Web site earnedasay.org for more information about making your voice heard.

Robert J. Harman AARP Advocate Danbury

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• State news • CAMERON — After three decades of business in Cameron, Betty’s Café closed its doors for good on Sunday, Jan. 27. In a handwritten note posted on the front door, the owners said that their health issues, combined with economic challenges, had forced their decision not to stay in business. It’s the second sit-down restaurant in Cameron to close its doors, following the Crossroads Café, CTH SS and Hwy. 8, late last year. — from Barron News-Shield ••• RICE LAKE — There’s a new use for the old Wal-Mart building on Pioneer Avenue in Rice Lake. Ardisam plans to open a facility at the old Wal-Mart building. The new site will have retail sales, biofuel sale and some manufacturing. The Cumberland-based company manufactures biodiesel fuel and several outdoor products including tree stands and ice augers. — from Rice Lake Chronotype ••• RICE LAKE — The community said goodbye Friday, Jan. 25, to the building that had served as the flagship for local health care for more than three decades, in a ceremony that included the opening of a time capsule sealed away since 1978 in the walls of the old Lakeview Medical Center. Over the next few months, the hospital and nearby former Marshfield Clinic will be completely dismantled and demolished after efforts to find new uses for the buildings have proved unsuccessful. — from the Rice Lake Chronotype ••• BARRON — Barron County Jail officials plan to launch a new video visitation system in a couple of months that will provide remote video access for families and friends to inmates in jail. Video visiting by families and friends at the jail to the cell block via video visiting booths will still be available, there’ll just be fewer booths than now. The old system of visiting is free. The new remote video visiting will cost $20 for a 30-minute visit and will require family and friends to have access to a computer with webcam. The provider of the service stipulates that the jail will pick up 20-percent commission on those visits to be used for inmate-related needs. The old in-jail video visiting system, costing $100,000 was installed when the jail was built eight years ago and is said to be obsolete.

The sheriff’s department had $150,000 in the county’s information technology budget to purchase a new system. — from the Rice Lake Chronotype

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Scholarship fundraiser at Luck

Seniors and their parents took serving shifts during Friday night’s lasagna meal. Serving from left are Kristi Fenning, Wayne Hendrickson and Katelyn Dinnies. Loading up their trays before their varsity basketball game are Luck seniors, from left, Dylan LeMay, Brodi Kunze, Gabe Hendrickson and Matt Thompson. See story on page 7.

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(Clockwise from center front): Wyatt Jensen, Nathan Skow, Riley Runnels, Gage Johansen, Victoria Wood, Devin Saenz, Andrei Todd, Sydney Wood, Caleb Dyer, Brandon Hostrup, Levi Jensen and Jared Hutton were happily envious of Luck senior Sydney Wood who won this raffle prize at the Luck Graduate Continuing Education Scholarship fundraiser Friday, Feb. 1.

A major factor in the success of the annual fundraiser is the lasagna meal prepped

by Luck School food service staff and sponsored by Larsen Auto Centers. Alice Harvey and Julie Christensen (left), and food service director Ione Barron and Sharon Smith (right) pose with quilt raffle winner Jill Lundborg (center). Missing: Christy Peterson.

Part of the evening’s fun is spent enjoying the company of fellow Luck School continuing education supporters at the lasagna meal and raffle. This table includes left, from front: Spike Maiden Mueller, Audrey Anderson, Selma Christiansen, Vangie Schadow and Arlu Hadley. Right, from front: Ray Johnson, Alma Johnson, Jim Christiansen and Nancy Gill.

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Needed: Families who need homes

Those who need a home urged to apply; public asked to spread the word

This home in Danbury will be rehabbed this spring. A family is needed for this home and for homes that will be built at other locations throughout Polk and Burnett counties. – Photo by Eric Kube Habitat homes aren’t fancy, but they are solid, wellbuilt homes. Special care is taken to make them very energy efficient. It costs about $250 on average to heat them for an entire year.

“Lots of our families paid that much each month to heat their rental home,” Kube said. “That’s a lot of money left in their pocket that they can use to pay for schooling or whatever helps them move forward with life.”

WRHFH now owns one or more lots in Amery, Danbury, Frederic, Grantsburg (in addition to the one where a home is now being built), Luck and Webster.

“Even if we don’t own a lot in a town where a family would like to live, it doesn’t mean we can’t build there,” Kube said. “We have been talking with folks in several

other towns who have said the town is willing to donate a lot.”

Those in need of homes are encouraged to apply. Income requirements are based on family size and range from $14,000 to $45,000 per year. Specifics are available online at wildrivershabitat.org under How to Apply, then Homeownership. People may also call the Habitat office at 715-483-2700 for more information or an application.

Kube is also asking the public to help get the word out to potential applicants. He said there’s a poster on the Web site people can download and post.

“If you work with low-income children or families,” said Kube, “if you work at a school, a thrift store, a childcare center, and you know a family is struggling with their housing, let them know they should call Habitat. We might be able to help.”

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by Jackie Thorwick Special to the Leader ST. CROIX FALLS – Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity exists for one reason: to help people who need a decent home get one. The local nonprofit has helped 24 families into homes since its start in 1997. They seem to be getting better at it, building more homes and improving the energy efficiency of their homes. There’s one problem they are running into as their home production ramps up.

“We’ve got lots of land that we can build on,” said Eric Kube, executive director of Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity, “but we need more families to apply.”

Except for a few exceptions, WRHFH has been building a home a year since the group formed in 1997. Recently, however, they have picked up the pace. In 2009, they completed two homes; in 2010, one, and in 2011, two again. In 2012, four homes were completed, and in 2013 they plan to put six families into homes.

The nonprofit now owns 13 lots, most of which were donated (including an eight-acre parcel in Frederic that could be divided into 20 more lots). They also own two lots with homes on them they will rehab, one in Luck starting shortly, and one in Danbury to be rehabbed this spring.

“We are still looking for a family for the Danbury rehab,” Kube said. “We’d like to have that family in the program by now.” He said there’s no shortage of people who need help, but many of them think, “Oh, we’d never get it,” and they don’t apply.

“That’s a real shame,” said Kube, “because owning a Habitat home can really change a family’s life for the better.”

(Jan. 30, Feb. 6, 13) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY ROYAL CREDIT UNION, Plaintiff, vs.

LORRAINE H. DILLEY, DENNIS D. DILLEY, Defendants.

Case No. 12CV536 Case Code: 30404 Foreclosure of Mortgage NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE By virtue of a judgment of foreclosure and sale rendered in the above-entitled action on January 17, 2013, nunc pro tunc to January 4, 2013, in the amount of $116,800.33, the undersigned Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell at public auction at the front entrance of the Polk County Courthouse in the City of Balsam Lake, in said County, on the 7th day of March, 2013, at 10:00 a.m., the real estate and mortgaged premises directed by the judgment to be sold, therein described as follows: Lot One hundred twelve (112) of the Assessor’s Plat, Village of Clear Lake, formerly known as that part of Outlot One hundred three (103), Government Lot Eight (8), Section Nineteen (19), Township Thirty-two (32) North, Range Fifteen (15) West, lying Westerly of a line 75 feet Westerly of and parallel to and radially from the center line of U.S. Highway 63 as laid out and traveled on January 1, 1978, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 120 9th Street, Clear Lake, Wisconsin.

TERMS OF SALE: Cash.

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

Dated this 25th day of January, 2013. /s/Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Attorney Christine A. Gimber WELD, RILEY, PRENN & RICCI, S.C. 3624 Oakwood Hills Parkway P.O. Box 1030 Eau Claire, WI 54702-1030 715-839-7786 Attorneys for Plaintiff This is an attempt to collect a debt. A ny information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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Winter Frivolity at Festival Theatre

Benefi fitt for Jimmy Hartwig set

by Diane Dryden Special to the Leader SHELL LAKE — Jimmy Hartwig, son of Bob and Andrea, and a 2008 graduate of Shell Lake High School, was involved in a car crash at 2:30 a.m., on Dec. 3.

The car in which he was a passenger left the road north of Haugen and hit a pine tree, leaving the driver with only minor injuries, but shattering three vertebrae in Hartwig’s neck.

A benefit will be held for Jimmy Hartwig was first Hartwig at the Shell Lake Commutransported to the Rice nity Center, Sunday, Feb. 17, 12:30Lake hospital and then 5:30 p.m. — Photo submitted immediately transferred to Eau Claire’s Luther Hospital for surgery, which involved using cadaver vertebrae. Two surgeries, two days apart, were needed to complete the transplants placing Hartwig on life support for five days. A week and a half later, he was transferred to Sacred Heart Hospital, also in Eau Claire, to take advantage of their therapy department.

He has recently returned home in his wheelchair to continue his therapy in Shell Lake and moved in with his sister, Dez. His family is working diligently to make the house handicap accessible by adding grab bars and a tub chair along with all the other things that will make his daily life easier. He can feed himself and get in and out of bed and even wash his hair, but his legs still feel numb and tingly. He needs help during his day. Because nerves heal slowly, there is no guarantee what his condition will be in a year, or even in two years. He’ll wear his neck brace until the end of March, and life will slow down considerably. He’s already signed up for Meals on Wheels.

Life back in Shell Lake will be dull after his 2-1/2month stay in the hospital. He had a Packer tailgate party in his room and got a Mohawk that was sprayed green and gold. He also got a going-away party when he was finally dismissed.

A fundraiser has been planned to cover medical bills and also the continuing improvements to the house. It’s not your run-of-the-mill fundraiser though; this one’s going to have something for everyone. According to Andrea, not only is there going to be lots of music, local talent and a DJ, but there will be a spaghetti dinner, raffle, silent auction, bake sale and even a thrift sale and tables of antiques from her shop, Jean’s Antiques.

Donation cans are around town, and there is a bank account set up for him at the Shell Lake State Bank. The event will take place on Sunday, Feb. 17, at the Shell Lake Community Center from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. For more information, or to donate money or prizes, call Dez at 715416-2716 or Andrea at 715-468-2040.

Raye, Debra O’Keefe and Sophie Grimm, but also take a nostalgic trip back to a simpler time. Accompanied by three extraordinary musicians under the direction of Norton Lawellin, the music has a “true to the era” sound with background vocals and instrumentals. Sit back and enjoy your favorites from Rosemary Clooney, Patti Page, Doris Day, Connie Francis and Peggy Lee. Reservations for either event can be made by calling 715483-3387 or e-mailing boxoffice@festivaltheatre.org.

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“Girl Singers of the Hit Parade,” with Colleen Raye and her cast of powerhouse singers will be on stage Thursday, Feb. 14. – Photo submitted

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ST. CROIX FALLS - Festival Theatre is getting in the mood for a weekend of Valentine fun. Take your sweetheart to a dinner in the St. Croix Valley on Thursday, Feb. 14, and then stroll on over to Festival Theatre and become “Hopelessly Romantic” with an evening of humorous, jaded, sardonic and/or satiric looks at romance. Then on Sunday, Feb. 17, plan to attend the “Girl Singers of the Hit Parade,” with Colleen Raye and her cast of powerhouse singers. Ed Moersfelder will emcee the fourth-annual “Hopelessly Romantic” Valentine’s event, with music provided by Nancy Conger, and improvisational comedy by Jackie Johnson, Jessica Balts, Seth Kaltwasser and other Festival favorites. And, there will be a poetry contest. Come prepared to laugh, flirt and (perhaps) propose. “Hopelessly Romantic” begins at 7:30 p.m. Admission for the event is $15. Reservations are highly recommended by Monday, Feb. 11, as seating is limited in the street level Elbow Room. Dining, lodging and shopping options can be found on the visitors page of the theater Web site, festivaltheatre.org. For a chance to win a prize, enter the poetry contest. Poems must either be a sonnet, haiku, limerick or free verse with the theme “Hopelessly Romantic” and emphasizing a humorous, jaded, sardonic and/or satiric look at romance. Content must be suitable for reading in public to be considered.

All entries are due by Feb. 11 at the Festival Theatre Box Office, e-mailed to boxoffice@festivaltheatre.org, mailed and post marked by Feb. 9 to P.O. Box 801, St. Croix Falls, WI 54024, or posted on Festival Theatre’s Facebook page. Several of the best will be read and prizes for best of each form will be awarded that evening. Entrants need not be present to win - but it would be nice. Participants are welcome to enter as often as they like. Include name, address, phone, and e-mail. Stretching out the weekend fun, Sunday, Feb. 17, is the day the popular “Girl Singers of the Hit Parade” show hits the main stage, beginning at a special time of 2:30 p.m. You’ll not only hear fantastic music performed by the cast of Colleen

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Polk County circuit court Justin J. Aamold, Luck, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Debra K. Abrahamson, Deer Park, speeding, not guilty plea.

Cailyn E. Ackerson, Baldwin, speeding, $200.50.

Jeremy D. Adams, Clayton, violation of child safety restraint requirements, $150.10.

Janna S. Aho, New Brighton, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Gary L. Aldrich, Hibbing, Minn., operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00.

Cynthia L. Aimlie, Reno, Nev., seat belt violation, $10.00.

Erica J. Aimlie, Boulder, Co., seat belt violation, $10.00.

Nathan J. Aimlie, Reno, Nev., seat belt violation, $10.00.

Sandra J. Aimlie, Woodbury, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Lauren B. Amundson, Grantsburg, speeding, $175.30.

Adam D. Anderson, Amery, speeding, $175.30.

Heidi F. Anderson, Milltown, operate after rev./susp. of registration, $175.30.

Mark D. Anderson, Osceola, operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, $200.50.

Martha M Anderson, Gilbert, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Michael J. Anderson, Edina, Minn., speeding, not guilty plea.

Richard W. Anderson, Burnsville, Minn., speeding, not guilty plea.

Troy A. Anderson, Lakeland, Minn., speeding, $150.10.

Teri J. Anderson-Hoyer, Amery, speeding, $225.70.

Gerogeann Austad, Cushing, speeding, not guilty plea.

Eric W. Bader, Amery, speeding, $225.70.

Joel E. Barbato, Eagan, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Tammie J. Bates, Milltown, operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, $200.50.

William J. Baumgartner, Grand Forks, N.D., speeding, not guilty plea.

David K. Beach, Turtle Lake, speeding, $150.10.

Andrew R. Becker, Hudson, speeding, $175.30.

Mercedes R. Bengtson, Milltown, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Matthew D. Bethke, Fitchburg, speeding, $200.50.

Brooke L. Bezek, Ladysmith, speeding, $200.50.

Rachel L. Bleess, Mahtomedi, Minn., speeding, $250.90.

Kimberly S. Bloomdahl, Maiden Rock, speeding, $200.50.

Laura B. Blumenstein, Bella Vista, Ariz., speeding, $175.30.

Tanya R. Borg, Centuria, speeding, $200.50.

Dayne A. Bottofson, Frederic, fail/stop at stop sign, $150.10.

Angela K. Bracht, Osceola, operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, $200.50.

Katelyn M. Brenholt, St. Croix Falls, speeding, $175.30.

Sharon S. Bringewatt, Osceola, speeding, $200.50.

Robert J. Bronson, Lakeville, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Kayla W. Bubendorf, Frederic, operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, $200.50; nonregistration of auto, $175.30; operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00; speeding, $175.30; operating while suspended, $200.50.

Joseph O. Byboth, Maplewood, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Robert A. Cairns, Siren, unsafe lane deviation, $175.30.

Reuben M. Carlson, Osceola, operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00.

Dustin J. Carroll, Amery, OU, $200.00.

James S. Casterton, Milltown, speeding, $200.50.

Gabriel L. Cayabyab, Amery, operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00.

Jill M. Christensen, Amery, fail/stop at stop sign, not guilty plea.

Robert J. Christenson, New Richmond, speeding, $175.30.

Ronald L. Christenson, Waconia, Minn., speeding, not guilty pleas.

Racheal H. Christiansen, Amery, speeding, not guilty plea; operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, $200.50.

Daniel S. Coen, Luck, failure to notify police of accident, $263.50.

James R. Coen, Milltown, speeding, $175.30.

Josie K. Coen, Somerset, speeding, $175.30.

Matthys J. Coetzee, Eden Prairie, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Neal J. Creuzer, Balsam Lake, inattentive driving, not guilty plea.

Debra C. Cronk, Marine on St. Croix, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Frederick P. Cross Jr., Comstock, seat belt violation, $10.00; speeding, $175.30.

Matthew S. Curtis, Springfield, Mo., speeding, $200.50.

Susan L. Da Bruzzi, Comstock, failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10.

James J. Dahlgren, Wyoming, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Steven S. Dauscher, Osceola, speeding, $175.30.

Timothy E. Delaney, Plymouth, Minn., operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00.

Donna M. Delich, New Richmond, speeding, $175.30.

Mark S. Deroche, Playa Del Rey, Calif., speeding, $175.30.

Dustin W. Derosier, Osceola, speeding, $175.30.

Douglas W. Dircks, Stillwater, speeding, $175.30.

Harold D. Dojan, Luck, speeding, $175.30.

Robert J. Dorrance, Rice Lake, speeding, $200.50.

Bradley J. Dravis, Balsam Lake, nonregistration of vehicle, $175.30.

Mark K. Eaton, Big Lake, Minn., speeding, $183.30.

Danae L. Eckwall, Clear Lake, speeding, $175.30.

Hopp E. Edward, Frederic, seat belt violation, $10.00; drink open intoxicants in motor vehicle, $200.50.

Sarah A. Elert, Frederic, minor transporting intoxicants in motor vehicle, $263.50.

Nancy A. Emerson, Lake Elmo, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Michelle K. Erickson, Amery, nonregistration of vehicle, $175.30.

Robert A. Erpelding, Blaine, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Charles H. Esch, Ramsey, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Jennifer M. Fangmeier, St. Croix Falls, fail/yield right/way from stop sign, $175.30.

Todd D. Fisher, St. Paul, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Daniel P. Garrity, Osceola, speeding, not guilty plea.

John P. J. Gatto, St. Paul, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Bradley D. Glienke, Danbury, operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00.

La Ronda Golubiff, Bruce, speeding, $200.50.

Justin N. Gray, Somerset, speeding, $175.30.

Linda J. Guevara, Siren, speeding, $175.30.

James W. Guider, Woodbury, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Alyssa J. Gundersen, Lino Lakes, Minn., failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10.

Mark E. Haisting, Rosemount, Minn., speeding, $225.70.

Donald E. Hall, Mahtomedi, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Jared P. Halls, Rush City, Minn., operate w/o valid license, not guilty plea.

Frank C. Hamer, Amery, operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00.

Jeffrey A. Handlos, Centuria, nonregistration of other vehicle, $263.50; operate vehicle/fail/prevent leaking load, $200.50.

Ron T. Hanson, Amery, speeding, $200.50.

Teri J. Hanson, St. Croix Falls, hit and run property adjacent to highway, $263.50; failure to notify police of accident, $263.50.

Vernon J. Hanzlik, Stillwater, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Daryl L. Hefty, Rice Lake, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Donald W. Heldt, Hudson, operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00.

Kayli M. Hendricks, Osceola, violate GDL restrictions, $200.50.

Luke W. Henry, Somerset, operating while suspended, $200.50.

James E. Heyer, Dresser, speeding, $175.30.

Kristina Z. Hobbs, Milltown, operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, $200.50.

Stephen F. Holden, Centuria, speeding, $150.10.

Billie J. Holloway, Frederic, smoking, person in charge, efforts to prohibit smoking, $189.50.

Justin D. Holmdahl, Dresser, speeding, $175.30.

Daniel D. Hornbeak, Amery, no tail lamp/detective tail lamp, night, $162.70.

Taylor J. Horsager, Luck, speeding, not guilty plea.

Barbara J. Hunn-Miesen, Roseville, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Daniel J. Johnson, Amery, OU, $452.50.

Scott W. Johnson, Milltown, speeding, $175.30.

David B. Juran, Orono, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Abedin Kadrioski, Rice Lake, speeding, $200.50.

Keith R. Karpenski, Amery, nonregistration of vehicle, $175.30.

Vincent C. Keenan, Howard, nonregistration of vehicle, $175.30.

Jesse W. Kelch, Cottage Grove, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Melanie J. Kell, Minneapolis, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Zachary J. Kellso, Clear Lake, speeding, $200.50.

Erica L. Kemling, New Richmond, speeding, $175.30.

Douglas T. Kileteny, Rice Lake, operating while suspended, $200.50; failure to notify police of accident, $263.50 Brian A. King, Gull Bay, Ontario, Canada, speeding, $250.90.

Mitchell J. Klatt, Luck, speeding, $200.50.

Dale A. Klee, Wyoming, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Kyle T. Kletschka, Balsam Lake, speeding, $175.30.

Joshua D. Klocker, St. Croix Falls, operating while suspended, not guilty plea.

Robert N. Knefelkamp, Hudson, speeding, not guilty plea.

Ruth A. Kocurek, Centuria, speeding, $175.30.

William R. Koehnen, Frederic, speeding, $250.90.

Ryan M. Kuhnly, Spooner, seat belt violation, $10.00; drink open intoxicants in motor vehicle, $263.50.

Keith F. Lantta, Andover, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Ky D. Larson, Milltown, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Linda L. Larson, St. Paul, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Thomas A. Larson, Milltown, OU, $200.00.

Paul R. Leblanc Gasner, Osceola, speeding, $200.50.

Michael W. Ledin, St. Paul, Minn., speeding, not guilty plea.

Andrew J. Lehman, Milltown, nonregistration of auto, $150.10.

Corrita M. Lewis, Coon Rapids, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Terry G. Lindorff, Clayton, operate w/o valid license, $200.50.

Steven D. Lindstrom, Amery, speeding, $175.30.

Lucas S. Litzau, Luck, speeding, $213.10; fail/stop at stop sign, $175.30; operate w/o valid license, $200.50.

Christopher E. Lowe, Amery, texting while driving, $187.90; operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, $200.50; seat belt violation, $10.00.

Michelle S. Lowe, Luck, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Cress A. Mackenzie, Osceola, operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, $200.50; seat belt violation, $10.00; operating while suspended, $200.50.

Jeremy C. Madison, Balsam Lake, speeding, $175.30.

Katherine R. Mahoney, Amery, speeding; operate w/o valid license, not guilty pleas.

Paul W. Mahre, Eagan, Minn., interstate record of duty status, $263.50.

William S. Maier, Amery, speeding, $175.30.

Brandi M. Marek, Luck, speeding, $250.90.

John H. Mayer, St. Paul, Minn., speeding, $150.10.

Melvin D. McKenzie, Centuria, speeding, $200.50.

Justin M. McLafferty, St. Croix Falls, speeding, $200.50; speeding, $250.90.

Erin J. Meagher, Amery, speeding, $200.50.

Terri L. Mester, Clayton, possess open intoxicants in MV, $263.50; operating left of centerline, $213.10; cracked/damaged vehicle windshield, $175.30.

Julieann S. Miller, Rice Lake, speeding, $175.30.

Shane M. Miller, Shell Lake, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Zachary A. Moltzer, Turtle Lake, speeding, $175.30.

Robert L. Morarie, St. Paul, Minn., speeding, $295.00.

Jeremy L. Mosay, Luck, failure to notify police of accident, $263.50.

Jonior D. Mosay, Siren, operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00.

Meleda H. Mullin, Balsam Lake, speeding, $175.30.

Kristine M. Munson, Clayton, fail/obey traffic order signal order, not guilty plea.

Bryan D. Nelson, Dresser, speeding, $225.70.

Gordon B. Nelson, Dresser, speeding, $200.50.

Justin L. Nelson, Balsam Lake, speeding, $175.30.

Anthony D. Newman, Osceola, speeding, $200.50.

Carson L. Newville, Barron, speeding, $175.30.

Jacob J. Nipp, Centuria, operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00.

Craig A. Nordstrom, Maple Grove, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Amanda J. Olson, Cameron, speeding, $175.30.

Darryl R. Olson, Dresser, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Kenneth M. Olson, White Bear Lake, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Kasey J. Ouellette, Luck, speeding, $225.70.

Donald R. Parks, St. Croix Falls, seat belt violation, $10.00; operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, $200.50; nonregistration of auto, $175.30.

Jason T. Paulsen, Sheboygan, seat belt violation, $10.00; operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, $200.50; speeding, $200.50.

Brenda L. Peterson, Ramsey, Minn., operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, $200.50; speeding, $200.50.

Shane D. Peterson, Glenwood City, speeding, not guilty plea.

Raif A. Poirier, Frederic, speeding, $200.50.

Joshua D. Posey, Amery, speeding, $150.10.

Amanda R. Potting, Osceola, speeding, $175.30.

Douglas A. Pruno, Osceola, speeding, $175.30.

Kari A. Raddatz, Centuria, speeding, $175.30.

Terrie L. Ramsey, Comstock, speeding, $175.30.

Tyler S. Reberk, Dresser, operating w/PAC >=0.08; OWI, not guilty pleas.

Heidi P. Rein, Webster, operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00.

Jason M. Reitz, Amery, optional/special light equip. violations, $162.70.

Pamela S. Richardson, Ashland, speeding, $200.50.

Marjorie I. Ronning, Elk River, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Gale E. Sauter, Emerald, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Ervin J. Schauer III, New Richmond, speeding, $175.30.

John R. Scheet, Dresser, OU, $200.00.

Pierre A. Schwederske, St. Croix Falls, speeding, $10.00; seat belt violation, $10.00.

Jim A. Shepherd, South St. Paul, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Sidney M. Sierp, Onalaska, speeding, $175.30.

Michael J. Skow Jr., Luck, speeding, $175.30; operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, $200.50.

Amanda M. Smith, Rice Lake, speeding, $175.30.

Jered R. Smith, St. Croix Falls, operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance; fail/stop for unloading school bus, not guilty pleas.

Thomas G. Smith, Rice Lake, speeding, $225.70.

Charles F. Sprick, Grantsburg, passing vehicle indicating left turn, $213.10.

Jon A. Springer, St. Croix Falls, speeding, $175.30.

Mitchell W. Stage, Centuria, seat belt violation, $10.00; operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00.

Benjamin J. Stauber, Milltown, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Alexandor J. Steffen, Osceola, nonregistration of auto, $175.30.

Jeremy D. Steffen, Balsam Lake, towing with improper safety chains, $200.50.

Jennifer M. Stewart, Siren, speeding, $175.30.

David A. Strenke, Luck, operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, $200.50.

Dale N. Strom, Spring Valley, speeding, not guilty plea.

Leroy Alfred Stromenger, Ramsey, Minn., speeding, not guilty plea.

Bruce J. Sutherland, Brooklyn Park, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Danielle L. Swanson, Frederic, speeding, $175.30.

Richard D. Swanson, Cumberland, passing in no-passing zone, $231.10; operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, $200.50.

Jacqueline M. Sylte, Amery, speeding, $175.30.

Ronald E. Thomas, Turtle Lake, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Cameron A. Thompson, Frederic, speeding, $175.30.

Clay P. Thompson, Osceola, fail/yield when emerging from alley, $175.30.

David F. Tiedemann, Balsam Lake, speeding, $175.30.

John G. Tillges, No. St. Paul, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Kathleen M. Tobias, Hudson, speeding, $200.50.

Tyler S. Tollefson, St. Croix Falls, operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, $200.50; speeding, $250.90.

David J. Velasquez, St. Croix Falls, speeding, not guilty plea.

Aaron J. Vossen, Frederic, speeding, $175.30.

Kari Jo Wahl, Amery, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Michael J. Walther, Balsam Lake, seat belt violation, $10.00, twice.

James M. Warren, Spooner, drink open intoxicants in MV, $200.50; seat belt violation, $10.00.

Terry J. Weller, Rosemount, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Alice R. Welter, Almena, speeding, $175.30.

Stephanie L. Westlake, Star Prairie, speeding, $175.30.

Brenda L. Wettengel, Eagan, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Jason R. White, Luck, speeding, $175.30.

Jeremy P. White, Luck, speeding, $200.50.

Sheila B. Williams, Minneapolis, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Michael E. Wilson, Clayton, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Orin A. Wilson, St. Croix Falls, speeding, $175.30.

Steven P. Wincek, Grantsburg, speeding, $175.30.

Brian J. Woods, Rice Lake, speeding, not guilty plea.

Alcides A. Xiong, St. Paul, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Tonya L. Zacharias, Luck, nonregistration of auto, $175.30.

Todd A. Zager, Cumberland, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Deana S. Zemke, Clayton, unsafe lane deviation, $175.30.

Tyler D. Zemke, Clayton, operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00; seat belt violation, $10.00.

Knights of Columbus host free-throw contest

The Knights of Columbus Council 6370 held the council-level free-throw shoot-off on Saturday, Feb. 2, in Frederic. Council area schools from Grantsburg, Frederic, Luck and Siren competed, with winners moving on to a district shoot-off held in Frederic on Saturday, Feb. 16. The contests are part of the annual knowledge contests. Boys contest winners included 14-year-old Graham Hershfield, of Luck; Andrew Hochstetler, 13, of Frederic; Ethan Alexander, 12, of Frederic; Colin Jeske, 11, of Frederic; and Chris Hill, 10, of Frederic. – Photos submitted

Girls winners of the Knights of Columbus free-throw contest include Sarah Wells, age 14, Frederic; Kayla Eidie, 13, Frederic; Amy Sanford, 12, Siren; and Kaylin Miller, 11, Frederic. Not pictured, Kaylee Sybers, 10, Frederic.

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Blizzard boys winning-streak continues

Team sets sights on big playoff push

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Blizzard 9, Pine City, Minn. 4

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer PINE CITY, Minn. – The winnng streak for the Blizzard boys extended to 10 games on Tuesday, Feb. 5, with a win at Pine City, Minn. The team is closing in quickly on the playoffs with just two games left to the regular season. They will host North Branch in Grantsburg this Thursday, Feb. 7, before heading to the University of Minnesota campus Mariucci Arena for a showdown with the Minneapolis Novas, who are currently undefeated in the conference. The only conference loss for the Blizzard this season came against the Novas earlier in the season. The game will begin at 7:45 p.m.

The Blizzard won’t waste any time jumping into playoff action, as they will host Baldwin at Siren on Tuesday, Feb. 12.

The road to state will start in Siren but with the No. 6 seed, the Blizzard will take the rest of their talents on the road.

The team is in a good position to make a run in the playoffs as they proved against Pine City on Tuesday. Aaron Dietmeier was credited for a hat-trick with three goals and Jake Langevin got the playmaker with three assists. Pine City actually scored the first goal of the night but the Blizzard soon took over scoring the next five goals. Matt Larson and Alex Hopkins each had two goals, and Vinny Larson had one goal. Brandon Roufs had 20 saves on the night on 24 shots on goal, while the Blizzard peppered Pine City with 52 shots on goal.

Blizzard 7, Spooner 1 SPOONER – Friday, Feb. 1, belonged to the Blizzard boys at Spooner as the team peppered the Spooner goaltender with 59 shots on goal and quickly shot out to a 50 lead, and their ninth-straight victory.

“The boys went to Spooner and the only bat we ran into was sleeping in our locker room,” said Blizzard coach Grant Nicoll.

“The game went about as planned. The boys were victorious again making our winning streak an amazing 9 games in a row! We have some things we need to sure up, but we have 3 regular season games to accomplish this before playoffs begin.”

Bryce Ryan, Jake Langevin and Aaron Dietmeier scored the first three goals for the Blizzard as they took a 3-0 lead into the second period. Matt Larson and Alex Hopkins each scored a goal in the second period. The only goal given up by the Blizzard came midway through the second period, but it was all Blizzard from then on. Shay Johnson scored a goal in the third period and Bryce Ryan scored his second of the night just over five minutes into the third period.

Langevin and Dietmeier and Alex Hop-

The Blizzard boys hockey team has just two games left to the regular season, including a big one against the undefeated Minneapolis Novas this Saturday, Feb. 9, at the Mariucci Arena in Minneapolis, Minn. Above, senior Jake Langevin fires a shot at the net during an earlier game this season. – File photos by Josh Johnson/MaxPreps kins, Jake Swenson and Brandon Ryan, each had two assists, while Dakota Linke and Vinny Larson both had one assist.

Brandon Roufs had six saves on seven shots, and Taran Wols was credited for five saves on five shots.

Blizzard 4, Mora, Minn. 3 MORA, Minn. – The Blizzard boys took a 3-1 lead heading into the second period against Mora, Minn., on Thursday, Jan. 31, only to see Mora gradually get back into the game as the game went on.

“The boys came out in the first and played very good hockey,” said coach Grant Nicoll. “We controlled every aspect of the game in the first period. I am not sure what happened after that as we sat back and watched Mora climb back into the game. The boys were very flat and stopped winning races in the second and third. Luckily enough we had some good saves by (Brandon) Roufs between the pipes and we survived on talent alone and pulled out another close win against Mora”

Mora was the first to light the lamp in the first period but the Blizzard took control with a Jake Langevin goal on assist from Aaron Dietmeier. Langevin would score again about six minutes later on assist from Alex Hopkins, and with the first period winding down Dakota Linke scored with assists from Austin Thoreen and Lucas Willis.

Mora made it a 3-2 game in the second period and held the Blizzard scoreless through the first ten minutes of the third period, when Brandon Ryan scored an unassisted goal. Despite giving up one more goal to Mora two minutes later, the boys hung on for the win.

Roufs ended the game with 33 saves on the night, and Blizzard earned their eighth-straight win in the process.

••• WINONA, Minn., – The softball and baseball seasons for collegiate athletes are already getting off to a fast start including the Winona State softball team, who begin the season with a preseason matchup against Lindenwood University in Rochester, Minn., on Friday, Feb. 22. Among those on the roster is former Pirate Michelle Lund, who a junior pitcher for the Warriors this season.

Winona State has been picked in a 2013 preseason coaches poll to finish third in the Division 2 Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference behind Augustana and Minnesota State. – with information from winonastatewarriors.com ••• SUPERIOR – The collegiate baseball seasons are scheduled to get underway over the next couple of weeks with a handful of former Leader Land athletes scheduled to take the field, including former Unity athlete Brady Flaherty, who transferred from UWOshkosh to UW-Superior to continue his talents as a catcher. The University of Minnesota-Crookston will begin its season on Friday, Feb. 15, with a pair of Leader Land prospects including former Saint Marcus Campbell, and Thane Larson of Grantsburg. Campbell is a freshman this season and Larson is entering his junior season. Both are right-handed pitchers. – with information from goldeneaglesports.com ••• LEADER LAND – The Thursday, Feb. 7, Luck at Frederic boys and girls basketball games are being broadcast on 104.9 FM beginning at 5:45 p.m. The St. Croix Falls at Grantsburg girls and boys basketball games can be heard on 104.9 FM beginning at 5:45 p.m., on Friday, Feb. 8. The Grantsburg at Unity boys and girls basketball games beginning at 5:45 p.m., can be heard on 104.9 FM on Tuesday, Feb. 12. Both Division 2 and Division 3 high school wrestling regional tournament reports are being broadcast throughout the day on 1260 AM, starting at 10 a.m.

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Blizz girls put New Richmond on ice

Playoff hopes high with big home win over tough opponent Blizzard 6, New Richmond 2

by Scott Hoffman Leader staff writer GRANTSBURG – With game time temps in the minus teens the New Richmond Tigers did not receive a very warm welcome Thursday evening, Jan. 31. The Blizzard girls made sure things stayed cold for the Tigers.

Wendy Roberts got things started in the first period, assisted by Sophie Klein. Ashley Dietmier also found the net with an assist from Sam O’Brien, ending the first with the Blizz leading two zip. Roberts scored an unassisted goal late in the second followed by Abby Stevens with an assist going to Dietmeier. Kassie Lien scored an unassisted goal to get keep things rolling. O’Brien closed out the scoring for the Blizz with an assist from Johanna Lauer.

With a pair of goals added to her teamleading numbers, Roberts is third in points in the state of Wisconsin with 51.

Roberts has scored 30 goals with 21 assists in 19 games. Coach Bill Cordell is very happy with his team’s chemistry at this point “We have so many contributing right

Wendy Roberts, No. 24, is third in points in the state of Wisconsin with 51. Roberts has scored 30 goals with 21 assists in 19 games for the Blizzard, who took on New Richmond last Thursday, Jan. 31. – Photo by Scott Hoffman now, everyone is contributing. When one together as a team like never before.” With player seems to be struggling the others the playoffs looming next week the Blizz step up to support her. They are playing will be seeded third. Cordell added, “We got the third seed for playoffs, so we tentatively will be playing the sixth seed, Hudson.”

Blizzard 6, Silver Bay 1 GRANTSBURG – The Blizzard girls put the puck in the net six times in a win over

Hope Tucker watches the puck sail wide during a game against Silver Bay on Saturday, Feb. 2. – Photo by Josh Johnson/MaxPreps

Silver Bay, Minn., on Saturday, Feb. 2.

Ashley Dietmeier earned a hat-trick in the game as the Blizzard scored two goals in each of the three periods. The first goal of the night came from Dietmeier unassisted but under a minute later, Silver Bay answered with a goal of their own to tie the game. It would be the last time Hope Tucker would allow another goal as she had 22 saves on the day.

“We played them even with shots on goal the first period, but Ashley Dietmier was able to put two of her shots over the shoulder to hit the twine to come out with a one-goal lead. Going into the locker room after the first the coaches felt Silver Bay was playing hard but we knew we could do more to take it to them. In the second we turned it up a notch,” said Blizzard coach Bill Cordell.

Before the first period came to an end Dietmeier scored her second goal of the game on assists from Johanna Lauer and Tianna Stewart.

“Coach (Rick) Quimby felt we needed to be more disciplined during our forecheck. He reiterated our forecheck strategy on the board to the team and they responded well, we outshot them 12 to 6 in the second. The results of their hard work were two more goals in each of the next two periods. All three lines turned it up, thus keeping our legs fresh, allowing us to finish strong,” Cordell said.

Kassie Lien lit the lamp to help start the second period on assists from Sam O’Brien and Paige Johnson, and Dietmeier put her hat-trick goal through to give the Blizzard a 4-1 lead. In the third period, O’Brien and Wendy Roberts would get a goal apiece unassisted to help the Blizzard coast to another victory. – Marty Seeger

Sam O'Brien tries to skate the puck up the ice but is held up by Tori Stevens. – Photo by Josh Johnson/MaxPreps

Gymnasts take third in Galesville Jessee Lerud breaks another school record

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer GALESVILLE – It was another solid week for Grantsburg gymnastics athletes as they competed against seven teams, and took third place overall at an invite hosted by the Gale-Ettrick-Trempealeau School District Saturday, Feb. 2.

“Our meet went good. We were happy to place third, especially when we were short of one individual score. It was a good meet for everyone,” said Pirates coach Kathy Lund.

Taking the lead once again was freshman Jessee Lerud, who broke another school record this week, which came with a first-place all-around score of 36.40.

Lerud was second overall in the balance beam with an 8.9, first place in the vault with a 9.15, first place in the uneven bars with a score of 9.20 and first place in the floor exercise with a 9.15.

Heidi Horky was also successful in bringing home some hardware for the Pirates as she placed seventh in the all-

around with a score of 31.10, which is a season best for her. Horky also scored a 7.175 in the uneven bars for ninth place, a 7.725 on the balance beam for ninth place and 10th in the floor exercise with a score of 8.15.

Heidi Schoettle scored a personal best and no-fall routine on the beam with a score of 7.025 and had a personal best in the all-around with a 27.275.

Drew McNally had a personal best on vault with a 7.75, as well as personal bests in the floor excercise with a 7.25, and allaround with a 27.275.

“It was great to travel and compete with new schools and have exposure to different judges. It’s our process to prepare for sectionals. The girls continue to make improvements, and they are so exciting to watch,” Lund said.

The team’s next competition is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 9, at Ashland.

Grantsburg’s Heidi Horky competes on the bars in Galesville on Saturday, Feb. 2. Horky got a personal best in the all-around competition. – Photo submitted

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Frederic boys find a way to win over Saints season.

“We took care of the ball and hit a lot of free throws,” said coach Nick Hallberg.

“Cumberland played pretty well for a team that only has a couple of wins. I think we can play better and that needs to happen at home on Friday,” Hallberg said.

The Pirates will be hosting St. Croix Falls Friday, Feb. 8.

Leading Grantsburg against the Beavers was Connor Myers with 20 points, Brady Thompson, 17, Jacob Ohnstad, 15, and Jacob Wald, 11.

Win third straight Frederic 59, St. Croix Falls 49

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer FREDERIC – The Frederic boys basketball team picked up its third straight win over the Saints on Tuesday, Feb. 5. It was a battle throughout the game as teams were tied at 27 at the half and the Saints had as much as a seven-point lead in the third quarter.

“We were kind of two different teams from one quarter to the next … good thing the fourth quarter was our best one!” said coach Ryan Lind, who once again got a full team effort as the team has done in its previous two wins.

“Solid all-around team effort. Every guy Frederic’s Chris Schorn and Zach Schmidt chase after a loose ball during a win over the Saints on Tuesday, Feb. 5. – Photo by Marty Seeger

Cardinal senior John Denny slams down a dunk on a breakaway against the Bobcats on Tuesday, Feb. 5. – Photo by Greg Marsten

chipped in. Chris Schorn was a beast though. He was rebounding like he was 6foot-6.”

The Vikings were down by four points heading into the third quarter, where they got just six points via two 3-pointers from Austin Kurkowski, but the Vikings turned things around quickly in the fourth quarter. Jaryd Braden, Schorn and Zach Schmidt each hit two-point buckets to retake the lead with over six minutes still to play in the game. From then on, the Saints could only get within three points throughout the entire fourth quarter.

It wasn’t a great night of free-throw shooting for Frederic as they shot 10 for 22, yet during the fourth quarter they

went 8 for 12 to help pull ahead and eventually win by 10 points. Ian Lexen led the team with 16 points, followed by Braden, 13, Schorn 11, Schmidt, nine, Kurkowski, eight, and Dan Larson, two.

The Saints got 17 points from Noah Casterton, Nikolas Neuman had 13, Jacob Jacobson, seven, Nick Lunde, six, and Trevor Cross, Zarek Kubesh and Andrew Erickson each had two points.

Grantsburg 63, Shell Lake 45 GRANTSBURG – The Pirate boys cruised to a win over Shell Lake on Tuesday, Feb. 5, going to the free-throw line 25 times and hitting 18 of them in the process. It was the Pirates 13th win of the

Luck 58, Birchwood 35 LUCK – Luck continued its winning ways with an easy win over Birchwood Tuesday, Feb. 5. The Cardinals led by 15 points after the first quarter and held the Bobcats to just seven second quarter points to take a 34-12 lead at halftime.

John Denny finished with 20 points, Karsten Petersen, eight, Evan Armour, six, Noah Mortel and Dylan LeMay each had four, and Trent Strapon and Jordan Bazey each had three.

Unity 64, Webster 41 BALSAM LAKE – The Eagle boys pulled out a victory over Webster Tuesday, Feb. 5. Webster held a 16-13 lead after the first quarter, and trailed 27-22 at halftime, but the Eagles held with a big third quarter. Oliver Raboin scored 19 for the Eagles, Zac Johnson and Logan Bader each had 14, Dylan Ruck, nine, Dakota Ward, six and Jacob Ruck, three.

The Tigers got 10 points apiece from Shawn Stevens and Oudy Weber, and Jake Sargent, nine, Dade McCarthy, eight, and Mike Johnson and Grant Preston each had two.

Saints too much for the Viking girls team for executing our game plan well.

Shauna Jorgenson had another stellar night, and Sarah Bader was solid in the inside,” said coach Carol Kline.

The Eagles led by eight points after the first quarter and had a 27-19 lead at halftime before coming out with a big offensive attack in the third quarter to help solidify the win.

Anna Ebensperger also had seven points for the Eagles, Maddie Ramich, six, Whitney Rock, four, and Rayven Merrill and Belle Foeller each had two.

The Tigers got eight points from Raelyn Tretsven and Christina Weis, Stefani Wambolt, seven, Tami Quatmann, four, and Kenna Gall, Angel Christiansen and Lexi Piepho each had two.

Unity, Grantsburg and Luck win Tuesday games St. Croix Falls 70, Frederic 42

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer FREDERIC – The Frederic Viking girls were able to hang around with the Saints for the first half of Tuesday’s, Feb. 5, conference basketball game, but St. Croix Falls proved too much as they rolled on to their eighth conference win of the season to remain unbeaten in the conference.

“We played a strong St. Croix team.

They have a lot of weapons that can hurt you,” said Vikings coach Troy Wink.

The Vikings were within six points midway through the first quarter, but the Saints quickly went on a 7-0 run to take a 21-6 lead. Mariah Rohm had 10 first-quarter points while Natalie Sempf added an-

Luck senior Jackie LaDuke drives in for a bucket against the Bobcats. – Photo by Greg Marsten

Frederic’s Lexi Domagala tries to get a shot off under pressure from the Saints on Tuesday, Feb. 5. – Photo by Marty Seeger other five, including a 3-pointer. Sempf Jones, 11, Erica Bergmann, four, and Tayburied another 3-pointer early in the sec- lor Orton, two.

The Vikings got 17 points from Harlanond quarter and the Vikings were able to bring the score back to within seven with der, Carly Gustafson, 12, Kendra Mossey, just over four minutes to play in the first five, and Natalie Phernetton and Lexi Dohalf, but the Saints defense stepped up magala each had four. and the offense kicked in fast to take a 3617 lead at the half.

Unity 64, Webster 33 “They got a big first-quarter lead but we BALSAM LAKE – The Unity Eagle girls did a nice job of cutting it down in second, basketball team evened up their conferonly to let it slip back again at half. St. ence record to 4-4 with a win over Webster Croix Falls has the ability to go in scoring on Tuesday, Feb. 5. Shauna Jorgenson talspurts and they did that a couple times lied 28 points in the win while Sarah tonight,” Wink said.

Bader controlled the paint with her 13 Sempf added another 10 points in the points to help lead the Eagles. second quarter for a total of 17 for the “Webster has really improved over the game, while Rohm led the team with 22 season. They ran the ball well and did points. Sydney Geisness had 14, Jerrica great in transition. I was proud of my

Grantsburg 59, Shell Lake 53 GRANTSBURG – The Lady Pirates were able to hold off a talented Shell Lake basketball team on Tuesday, Feb. 5. The Pirates had a lead heading into each quarter, including a 33-21 halftime lead.

“We played a very good, well-coached team tonight,” said Pirates coach Kelly Hallberg. “I am proud of the way they handled the pressure. The girls did a nice job of making adjustments when necessary and did it with confidence.”

Sam Schwieger buried five 3-pointers on the night, providing an outside threat while pitching in with 23 points. Stacey McKenzie covered the inside game with a team-leading 20 points. Macy Hanson added nine, Kylie Pewe, four, and Olivia Tucker, two.

Luck 50, Birchwood 8 LUCK – It was an easy win for the Cardinal girls on Tuesday, Feb. 5, holding the Birchwood Bobcats to eight points for the game, including one in the second quarter, and scoreless in the third quarter.

Avery Steen had 15 points, followed by Jenni Holdt, eight, Jillian Klatt, seven, Angela Gorr, six, Jackie LaDuke and Taylor Joy each had five, and Whitney Petersen and Darian Ogilvie each had two.

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LFG wrestlers take second at conference tourney Six wrestlers earn trips to the finals

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer CAMERON – For the first time in team history, the Luck/Frederic/Grantsburg wrestlers finished in second place at the conference tournament held at Cameron on Saturday, Feb. 2. The team had six wrestlers make it to the finals including Tony Britton at 152 pounds, who was the lone champion.

“We had three open weight classes and to still be able to take second is a great accomplishment,” said coach Chris Bartlett.

It makes you feel good when other coaches come up and say that your team is wrestling well. The kids are wrestling the best they have all year, and hopefully it continues next week at regionals.”

With a record of 32-7, Britton was able to win three matches on the day after a first-round bye. He earned a pin in the quarterfinals over Austin Schultz of Turtle Lake/Clayton in 2 minutes, 23 seconds, and defeated Alex Schutt of Cameron, by major decision, 9-0. Britton defeated Unity’s Colten Sorensen in the finals by a 9-2 decision.

Cole Britton was another finalist for LFG at 106. He won a 5-2 decision and a 10-8 decision before facing Drew Wheeler of St. Croix Falls, who is currently ranked

The LFG wrestling program had its best conference tournament finish in team history in Cameron on Saturday, Feb. 2, with a second-place finish. Pictured back row, (L to R): Jake Timmers, Tony Britton, Alex Richey, Blaine Clemons and assistant coach Trevor Brewer. Middle row, coach Chris Bartlett, Tristan Brewer, Jerrod Lund, Hunter Dodds and manager Jessie Glover. Front row, manager Kelsey Fiedler, Josh Glover, Ryan Strenke and Timothy Lund and Cole Britton. – Photo by Larry Samson No. 1 in the state.

At 160, Josh Glover earned a spot in the At 138, Tristan Brewer was a second- finals but ran into a tough wrestler accordplace finisher winning a 7-0 decision and ing to Bartlett. Glover, who has 27 wins on getting a pin over Andrew Widiker of the year, was defeated 8-1 by Jordan BainCameron in 1:59. He lost a close 2-0 deci- ter of Flambeau. Glover had a bye in the sion to Clear Lake’s Erik Ulrich in the fi- first two rounds before winning his first nals. match of the day over Brian Nelson of St.

Croix Falls, 14-7.

Alex Richey turned out a second-place finish with two pins over Hunter Hansen of St. Croix Falls in one minute, and another pin over Garrett Paulson of Clear Lake in 3:21.

“He beat the No. 1 guy in Division 3 in the semis and just came up short in the finals,” Bartlett said.

Richey ended up losing a 14-6 decision to Kyle Heinsohn of Cameron in the finals.

At 220, Blaine Clemons earned his first trip to the finals with two pins on the day.

His first came against Drew Dumke of St. Croix Falls in 2:37, and over Ryan Heavey of Flambeau in 1:07.

“He was the biggest surprise for us on the day,” Bartlett said. He beat a 28-7 guy in the semis. He really came up big for the team.”

At 145, Tim Lund took fourth overall after defeating Dan Horn of St. Croix Falls by a 4-2 decision. Lund lost two weeks prior to the same wrestler, and Bartlett feels he is peaking at the right time as the team prepares for regionals, which will take place for LFG at Amery this Saturday, Feb. 9.

At 120, Jared Lund took fifth place overall, and Hunter Dodds was sixth at 126.

Jake Timmer took fifth at 132, and Ryan Strenke was fifth place at 285.

Eagles take third place at conference Three wrestlers make it to finals round

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer CAMERON – The Unity wrestling team finished in third place at the conference tournament in Cameron on Saturday, Feb. 2, with three Eagles making the finals and two who earned championship status.

At 220 pounds, Justin Peper took first place overall, receiving a bye in each of the first two rounds. His first match of the day came in the semifinals, where Peper won a 15-4 major decision over Chant Lablanc of Clear Lake. In the finals, Peper earned a pin over Blaine Clemons of Luck/Frederic/Grantsburg in 1 minute, 17 seconds.

Heavyweight Alex Lennartson notched another tournament championship win with his three pins on the day. He defeated Ethan Luedtke of Northwood and Packer Makinia by pin with both matches lasting just 22 seconds. Lennartson, who is 36-1 on the season, finished with a pin in the finals over Donovan Ralston of Bruce in 2:54. Ralston is currently 31-6 on the year.

Colton Sorensen was another finalist for the Eagles at 152, and won two of his three matches. He defeated Cameron Crawford of Clear Lake by a 13-10 decision and Matt Anderson of Flambeau by a 7-3 decision before losing a 9-2 match in the finals to Tony Britton of LFG. Three other Eagle wrestlers just missed the finals with third place overall, including Tucker Olson at 120. Olson had three wins on the day which all came by way of

pin. At 138, Tevin Anderson took third place with three wins on the day, all of which came by pin. Zac Baxter was a third-place finisher with three wins on the day. His first win came by an 8-5 decision over Dan Horn of St. Croix Falls, a pin over Gage Boerum of Cameron and 6-3 win over Tim Lund of LFG. Other wrestlers earning a place at conference included Derek Johnson in fifth place at 106. Damon Bearhart took fourth at 132, Dakota Lofgren, sixth at 160, and Brad Eley finished fifth at 182.

The Eagles will be wrestling next at Shell Lake this Saturday, Feb. 9, for the Division 3 regional tournament.

Unity’s Justin Peper takes down LFG’s Blaine Clemons at 220 pounds during the finals in Cameron on Saturday, Feb. 2. – Photo

by Larry Samson

St. Croix Falls wrestlers take fourth at conference Wheeler, Rademacher earn conference titles

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer CAMERON – The St. Croix Falls wrestling team took fourth place overall at the conference tournament in Cameron on Saturday, Feb. 2, and came away with two wrestlers taking first overall, including Drew Wheeler at 106 pounds.

Wheeler is currently 35-1 and has a No. 1 state ranking, and it showed on Saturday as he went 3-0 on the day, winning his first match against Derek Johnson of Unity by pin in 2 minutes, 34 seconds. He pinned Wyatt Wade of Cameron in 33 seconds and won a 20-5 technical fall over Cole Britton of Luck/Frederic/Grantsburg in the finals.

Joe Rademacher finished an undefeated regular season at conference last weekend with a first-place finish at 182.

Rademacher has 36 wins on the season and had two pins, one over Leo Carrillo of Shell Lake in 1:19 and another over Kordel Ralston of Bruce in 42 seconds, before winning a 3-1 decision over Mike Scharenbrock of Flambeau in the finals. Scharenbrock’s loss was only his second of the season.

St. Croix Falls 182-pounder Joe Rademacher won his finals match against Flambeau’s Mike Scharenbrock on Saturday, Feb. 2. – Photos by Larry Samson At 120, James Klassen was the third Saint to make it to the finals and did so by pinning Jared Lund of LFG by a pin in 1:15. He pinned Walker Golubiff of Bruce in 1:31, but lost a 5-2 decision to Tim Anderson (34-4) of Clear Lake in the finals.

Brian Nelson was a third-place finisher at 160, as he went 3-1 in actual matches.

Nelson pinned Dakota Lofgren of Unity but lost a semifinal match to Josh Glover of LFG. He ended up winning his final two matches of the day, however, with one coming against Kollin Horn of Turtle Lake/Clayton by a 5-1 decision and a 6-5 decision over Tyler Strenke of Clear Lake.

Others placing in the tournament in-

Saints wrestler Drew Wheeler coasted to first place in Cameron. cluded Tristen Chamberlin in fifth place at 113, and Kyle Koshiol in seventh at 126.

Austin Strakka took sixth at 132, and C.J. Hasnoot took sixth at 138. Dan Horn took seventh at 145, Brian Gilbert, seventh, 152, Hunter Hansen, fifth, 170, and Drew Dumke also was fifth at 220. Ryan Johnson took third overall at heavyweight, winning three of his four matches. His only loss came against Donovan Ralston of Bruce (31-6).

The St. Croix Falls wrestling team will be traveling to Amery this Saturday, Feb. 9, for the Division 2 regional tournament.

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Siren plays inspired ball over Pine City Connor Myers with 10, Joe Gaffney, five, Gus Johnson and Jaeger Staeven each had four and Brady Thompson finished with two.

“It’s always a good experience for the kids and it’s always better when you win down there,” Hallberg said.

The Lakers were led by a barrage of scorers that included David Brereton with nine, A.J. Denotter, eight, Austin Williams, five, B.J. Burton, four, Isaac Cusick and Adam Hungerbuhler each had three, and Curtis Parker, Wyatt Carlson and Jesse Siebert each had two.

Cardinals come out ahead of speedy Chetek team Siren 70, Pine City, Minn., 38

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer PINE CITY, Minn. – It was a big night for the Siren Dragon boys on Monday, Feb. 4, as the team was able to pick up a nice nonconference win on the road.

“There have been a few moments this year, where I get to thinking about how we lost the game, and oftentimes come to the conclusion that we basically beat ourselves. This time, when I think of the Dragons beating the Dragons, I am much happier about the outcome,” said Siren coach Jon Ruud.

It was the team’s best game of the season according to the coach, who had reason to be happy as they were able to do just about everything right despite being shorthanded.

“We only had six kids available for the game, and they all played inspired basketball as we rolled to a 70-38 victory,” Ruud said.

Siren was able to hold their two star guards, one of which set a school record with eight 3-pointers in a game recently, to a combined 16 points.

Davey St. John was nearly unstoppable for the Dragons with 37 points, and went 3 for 4 from the free-throw line. Will Barr had a huge night as well with 12 blocks, 11 assists and nine points, and Aaron Ruud buried four 3-pointers that helped his total of 16 points that included shooting 4 for 4 from the free-throw line.

“Aaron did a nice job of dictating the tempo on offense, and getting us into our sets,” Ruud said, adding that Nate Martin continues to improve each night and had eight points, including going 2 for 2 from the free-throw line.

“Corey Bauer and Reuben Mixsooke played tremendous defense for us all night,” Ruud said.

Luck 44, Chetek 37 LUCK – The Cardinal boys basketball team faced a much quicker Chetek-Weyerhaeuser team on Monday, Feb. 4, and survived for the 44-37 nonconference victory.

“Tough game against a very quick Chetek team. Though we had the lead after the first quarter we had to change to a zone because we were not going to make four quarters playing man against such a fast, quick team,” said Cards coach Rick Giller.

Luck was up by one point after the first but held the Bulldogs to three points in the second quarter to take a 22-15 lead. It was another low-scoring affair in the second half but the Bulldogs pulled to within two points heading into the fourth quarter, where Luck eventually pulled ahead.

John Denny had 16 points for the Cards followed by Evan Armour with 10, Karsten Petersen, six, Brodie Kunze and Kyle Hunter each had five, and Dylan LeMay had two.

St. Croix Falls 68, Webster 30 WEBSTER – The St. Croix Falls boys basketball team picked up their fifth conference win of the season over Webster on Thursday, Jan. 31. The Saints jumped on the Tigers early to take a 26-6 first-quarter lead and never looked back. Andrew Erickson had eight points for the Saints in the first quarter and led the team with 17 points, while Jacob Jacobson added 16 points for the Saints. Other scorers included Zarek Kubesh with 10, Noah Casterton, eight, Dylan Lynch, six, Mark Wampfler, five, Nikolas Neumann, four, and Nick Lunde, two.

The Tigers were led by Shawn Stevens with 14 points, Jake Sargent, five, Sean Martinez, four, Mike Johnson, three, and Oudy Weber and Paul Sargent each had two.

Clayton 61, Unity 21 CLAYTON – The Clayton boys basketball team remained undefeated with a crushing win over Unity last Saturday, Feb. 2. The Bears have just three games left to the regular season with their final game coming against Turtle Lake on Friday, Feb. 15. The Lakers came the closest of any team to beating Clayton this season, losing 46-44 in early January.

The Eagles loss was just their fifth of the season.

Unity 38, Clear Lake 29 BALSAM LAKE – No game stats available.

Siren’s Will Barr had a huge night against Pine City, Minn., on Monday, Feb. 4. Barr had 12 blocks, 11 assists and nine points. Here Barr goes up for a layup during an earlier game this season. – File photos by Marty Seeger Frederic 54, Glenwood City 42 GLENWOOD CITY – The Frederic Vikings shined in a win over the Hilltoppers on Friday, Feb. 1. It was a big team effort and possible turning point for the Vikings as playoffs are approaching fast.

“This was the best we have played all year,” said coach Ryan Lind. “I hope we can keep the momentum heading into the tournament.”

The Vikings led 14-12 after the first quarter but Glenwood City came back to take a 28-26 lead at the half. The Vikings clamped down defensively in the second half, allowing just seven points in the third and another seven in the fourth quarter to help shore up the win.

“Several guys played well … Everybody played good defense,” said Lind. “(Ian) Lexen was a force inside for us. I was happy with everybody’s effort!”

Lexen finished with a team-leading 19 points and Jaryd Braden added 15, Zach Schmidt, nine, Austin Kurkowski, eight, and Jack Neumann and Chris Schorn each had three.

Chris Schorn led the team in rebounds with nine and Braden had six. Schmidt led with four assists, and Lexen and Braden each had three steals. Braden also had two blocks.

Spooner 63, St. Croix Falls 49 ST. CROIX FALLS – Both Andrew Erickson and Noah Casterton had double-doubles for the Saints during a nonconference

game against Spooner on Saturday, Feb. 2, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Rails.

It was knotted at 17 points after the first quarter but the Rails slowly started to pull away from St. Croix Falls, leading 32-28 at halftime and by eight points heading into the fourth quarter.

Erickson finished with 17 points and 10 boards and Casterton had 11 points and 10 rebounds. Niko Neuman had 10 points, followed by Jacob Jacobson and Nick Lunde each with four, and Dylan Lynch with two. Jacobson had three steals and Neuman had two steals and two blocks.

Both Neuman and Jacobson also had four assists.

Grantsburg 57, Shell Lake 38 MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – The Grantsburg boys basketball team competed at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minn., on Saturday, Feb. 2, and got a nice win over Shell Lake.

“We hadn’t played in over a week, so it was a good way to get back into our schedule, playing down at the Target Center,” said Pirates coach Nick Hallberg.

The Pirates led 3-7 after the second quarter but pulled ahead further in the second quarter to take a commanding 3115 lead. The Pirates shot 13 of 14 from the free-throw line in the first half with Jacob Ohnstad leading the offense with 11 firsthalf points, and 22 total for the game.

Jacob Wald had 12 points, followed by

St. Croix Falls guard Nick Lunde heads in for a layup.

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Lady Saints continue dominance over conference fourth but they made enough free throws to hold on for the win,” said Wink, who was pleased overall with the Vikings effort despite the loss, which the Bears haven’t done much of this season with only two losses.

Carly Gustafson led the Vikings with nine points and 14 rebounds, and Wink was pleased with the effort on both offense and defense.

“I felt Lexi Domagala gave great defensive effort as well,” he added.

Lara Harlander ended the night with nine points, while Abby Brightbill and Natalie Phernetton each had six, Kendra Mossey, three, Taylor Alseth two, and Ann Chenal, one. Lexi Domagala and Kendra Mosay-Buck each had five rebounds as well.

The Vikings totaled 14 steals on the night with Harlander leading with five, Gustafson, four, and Mossey, three.

Vikings girls play tough against Clayton but can’t get the win St. Croix Falls 43, Webster 24

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer WEBSTER – The Lady Saints handled the Tigers with ease for yet another conference win on the road on Thursday, Jan. 31, to remain unbeaten in the conference.

Yet with five games left to the regular season and four of them coming against teams near the top of the conference, the Saints will have a good test to finish out the regular season.

Defensively, the Saints have been playing well and showed that against the Tigers, holding them to just eight points in the first half. The Saints led 23-8 at the half and continued to hold the Tigers back, offensively, with only six points allowed in the third quarter.

The Saints had a total of 16 steals on the night with Sydney Geisness getting five, along with a team-leading 20 points and six rebounds. Mariah Rohm also had six rebounds while Matti Gerlach, Erica Bergmann and Natalie Sempf each had five boards.

Jerrica Jones and Sempf each had six points, followed by Rohm with five, Bergmann, three, Bailey Hansen, two, and Jordan Johnson, one.

The Tigers were led by Angel Christiansen with 12, Raelyn Tretsven, five, Christina Weis, four, Stefani Wambolt, two, and Lexi Piepho, one.

Grantsburg 63, New Auburn 16 GRANTSBURG – With a 21-4 first-quarter lead, the Pirate girls basketball team didn’t have much trouble against the Trojans on Thursday, Jan. 31. The Pirates held New Auburn to eight points in the first half and just two points in the third quarter.

Sam Schwieger led Grantburg with 19, followed by Macy Hanson, 14, Kylie Pewe and Violet Ohnstad each had eight, Olivia Tucker, six, Megan Miller, three, Cathy LaMere and Stacey McKenzie each had two, and Hannah VanSlyke added one.

Unity 66, Prairie Farm 51 PRAIRIE FARM – The Eagle girls basketball team played a tough game against Prairie Farm on the road Thursday, Jan. 31, and it was a fight to the finish as the Eagles pulled away with the win.

“Prairie Farm played a great game tonight, and has improved over last year,”

Glenwood City 69, Frederic 42 GLENWOOD CITY – The Hilltoppers gave the Viking girls basketball team a tough test on Friday, Feb. 1, outscoring the Vikings 37-19 in the second half for the nonconference win.

Frederic was down by six after the first quarter and trailed 32-23 at the half, but the Hilltoppers pulled away in the second half.

Carly Gustafson controlled the boards for the Vikings with 10, but was held to five points. Lara Harlander led the team with 10 points, followed by Kendra Mossey with nine points and six rebounds. Abby Brightbill had seven points, Makayla Arthurs, Lexi Domagala, and Natalie Phernetton each had three, and Taylor Alseth, and Kendra Mosay-Buck each had one.

Saints freshman McKenzie Christenson looks for an open teammate during an earlier game this season against the Unity Eagles. The Saints remain undefeated in the West Lakeland Conference. – File photo by Marty Seeger said Eagles coach Carol Kline. “They are big and strong, and we really had to get low to keep our position on rebounds. The score at the end of the game does not reflect the intensity of the game. We were ahead by five points most of the time. At one point in the second quarter, we trailed four points.”

Unity led 16-11 after the first quarter, and only by one point at the half, 29-28.

Unity got 20 points from Shauna Jorgenson followed by Maddie Ramich with 19, Sarah Bader, 11, Emily Gross, nine, Carly Ince, eight, and Anna Ebensperger, four.

Ann Chenal fights off Clayton defenders during their nonconference game in Frederic on Thursday, Jan. 31 – Photo by Becky Amundson

Clayton 50, Frederic 42 FREDERIC – The Frederic girls gave Clayton a challenge on Thursday, Jan. 31, but came up short against a Bears team that has been hard to beat this season.

The Vikings trailed by six points after the first quarter but the Bears pulled ahead 34-17 at the half.

“We played pretty well versus a strong Clayton team. Our main downfall was the second quarter,” said Vikings coach Troy Wink.

It was a much different second half as the Vikings were able to hold Clayton to just two points and put up another eight of their own.

“Had it down to eight points in the

St. Croix Falls 51, Pine City 22 PINE CITY, Minn. – St. Croix Falls took a Saturday afternoon game on Feb. 2, at Pine City, Minn., outscoring their opponent 26-11 in the first half and putting up another 25 in the second half, while also managing to play another game of solid defense.

Mariah Rohm led with 12 points, followed by Jordan Johnson with nine, Sydney Geisness, eight, Natalie Sempf, seven, Taylor Orton, six, Jerrica Jones, four, Bailey Hansen, three, and Megan Swenson, two. Orton led the team in rebounds with eight, while Sempf had seven and Rohm had five.

Geisness had seven steals and one block in the game while Sempf had two blocks.

Swenson led the team in assists with five.

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Carly Gustafson heads in for a layup against the Clayton Bears. – Photo by Becky Amundson

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Girls basketball continued Grantsburg 76, Cumberland 27 CUMBERLAND – The Lady Pirates powered their way past Cumberland on Monday, Feb. 4, getting four girls in double-digit scoring while holding the Beavers to single digits in scoring in three quarters.

“The girls played excellent defense,” said coach Kelly Hallberg. “The girls came out shooting well the first quarter. We began to struggle finding the hoop in the second,” Hallberg said, adding that Cumberland played solid defense to slow the Pirates down.

Grantsburg led 22-4 after the first quarter and led 31-15 at halftime. Sam Schwieger led the team with 25 points, followed by Macy Hanson with 18, Stacey McKenzie, 14, Kylie Pewe, 13, Jen Schwieger, four, and Olivia Tucker, two.

St. Croix Falls 64, Clear Lake 35 ST. CROIX FALLS – The Saints girls played a makeup game against Clear Lake on Monday, Feb. 4, and cruised to their 15th win of the season with a 64-35 victory.

Sydney Geisness was tough to stop with her 26-point effort and six rebounds.

Mariah Rohm led the team with seven boards and put up six points. Other Saints scorers included Natalie Sempf with 15, Taylor Orton, six, Megan Swenson and Bailey Hansen each had four, Erica Bergmann, two, and McKenzie Christenson had one.

Geisness had five assists and Jerrica Jones had four, while St. Croix Falls totaled 19 steals. Bergmann and Sempf each had four, Geisness, three, Jordan Johnson, Jones and Orton each had two, and Swenson and Rohm had one apiece.

Cameron 55, Siren 37 CAMERON – The Lady Dragons faced a tough test against the undefeated Cameron Comets on Monday, Feb. 4. The Dragons scored just 13 points in the first half but were also able to hold the Comets to 24 in the first half to try to keep the game within reach. The Comets outscored Siren in the third quarter, however, putting up 19 points and holding the Dragons to nine. Despite winning the points battle in the fourth quarter, the Dragons were unable to mount a comeback.

Mackenzie Smith had 10 points for Siren, followed by Caitlin Daniels with six, Brittany Coulter, five, Raven Emery, Kyaisha Kettula and Emily Howe each had four, and Carly Good and Liz Brown both had two.

Amery 51, Unity 30 BALSAM LAKE – The Amery Warriors picked up a win over the Eagle girls basketball team during a nonconference game on Friday, Feb. 1, in Unity. It was a struggle for both teams in the first half offensively, as the Eagles led 13-10 in the first half.

“We played tough against Amery, but we couldn’t convert our shots into points.

We had good looks, but they did not fall.

We took care of the ball and rebounded well,” said Eagles coach Carol Kline.

The Warriors outscored the Eagles 18-8 in the third quarter and pulled away in the fourth quarter, scoring 23 points to Unity’s eight.

Shauna Jorgenson led the Eagles with 15 points, followed by Maddie Ramich, five, Sarah Bader, four, and Carly Ince, Rayven Merrill and Emily Gross each had two.

Unity’s Shay Nelson takes the ball up the court. – File photo by Marty Seeger

Luck 46, Siren 39

Card girls sweep Siren

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer LUCK – The Luck Cardinal girls basketball squad stayed in the upper end of the West Lakeland Conference with a 46-39 victory at home over the Siren Dragons on Friday, Feb. 1, in spite of the Dragons making a dramatics late game run to almost turn the tide.

"It was much like the Super Bowl, a game of two very different halves," stated Luck head coach Marty Messar.

Messar said his squad played "very, very well in the first half," but saw their lead erode in the second half, noting that the Dragons outscored the Cards by a 2417 margin in the third and fourth quarters.

Avery Steen led all scorers with 18 points, followed by ten points for Angela Gore. Siren scoring was spread across the

broad, led by senior Raven Emery's 12 points, including a pair of three pointers.

Carly Good had nine points for the Dragons, as well.

Siren made several valiant attempts to garb and maintain a lead, but Luck kept just enough distance to hold on for the win, 46-39, for a sweep of their Siren contests in conference this season.

Siren senior Brittany Coulter (left) and Luck sophomore Jenni Holdt leap after the ball as it heads out of bounds. – Photo by Greg Marsten

Luck boys collar Dragons a few seconds, giving the Cards a bit of a cushion as the final frame started.

Offensively, we struggled to score consistently, and a one minute barrage of 3pointers at the end of the third quarter pushed Lucks lead from 11 to 20 as the buzzer sounded. That nine points in 50 seconds was the nail in the coffin that night," Siren head coach John Ruud said.

"Defensively, we did some things well for a while, and that was encouraging."

Luck continues to share the top of the West Lakeland with Grantsburg as the season winds down.

"On a good note, we are playing much better basketball since the major injury to Jared Emery, and our kids our again finding ways to be competitive each night," Ruud said.

Luck 49, Siren 30

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer LUCK – The Luck boys fended off a scrappy Dragon squad in a West Lakeland contest on Friday, Feb. 1 at Luck, with Cardinals staying tied atop the conference with a strong, 49-30 victory.

Luck senior John Denny led all scorers with 15 points, followed closely by Kyle Hunter's 14 points. Karsten Petersen followed with eight points, and Dylan Lemay added seven more to the win.

Siren had no shooters in double digits, but had Davey St. John lead the way with nine points, followed by Reuben Mixsooke, who added six points to the Dragon total.

Luck benefitted from a three-point overload as the third quarter rolled to a close, as they buried three of the shots from downtown in as much time as it took to stand up and cheer. Lemay and Denny combined for the nine-point sweep in just

Dragon senior Reuben Mixsooke (left) drives up court with Luck senior Dylan Lemay defending the perimeter. – Photo by Greg Marsten

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AREA BOWLING RESULTS Hacker’s Lanes Sunday Afternoon Youth Games Standings: We Bowl 13, D.C.F. 10, A.J.R. 10, Back 2 The North 9, The Bowlers 7, Bye Team 7.

Boys games: Kyle Hunter (TB) 245, Jordan Bazey (TB) 227, Beau Brenizer (WB) 215.

Boys series: Jordan Bazey (TB) 653, Kyle Hunter (TB) 589, Zach Schmidt (TB) 520.

Girls games: Avery Steen (A.J.R.) 205, Julie Owens (DCF) 159, Kerrigan Ekholm (AJR) 147.

Girls series: Avery Steen (A.J.R.) 489, Julia Owens (DCF) 449, Kerrigan Ekholm (AJR) 370.

Team games: The Bowlers 652, DCF 499, Back 2 The North 487.

Team series: The Bowlers 1762, DCF 1412, Back 2 The North 1281.

Sunday Night No-Tap Mixed Standings: Wynners 34, Knaubers 26, Packer Backers 23, Team McKinley 23, Happy Campers 20, Long Shots 17, Jeff’s Team 17, Chuck’s Team 16.

Men’s games (Handicap): Don Swanson (PB) 267 & 262, Len Knauber (K) 254.

Men’s series (Handicap): Don Swanson (PB) 705, Len Knauber (K) 689, Gene Wynn Jr. (W) 630.

Women’s games (Handicap): Debbie Swanson (PB) 252, Sheila Hansen (JT) 242, Wendy Knauber (K) 234.

Women’s series (Handicap): Wendy Knauber (K) 620, Debbie Mattson (PB) 603, Heather Wynn (W) 599.

Team games (Handicap): Packer Backers 917, Knaubers 806, Wynners 803.

Team series (Handicap): Packer Backers 2343, Knaubers 2289, Jeff’s Team 2216.

Monday Afternoon Retired Standings: Vultures 10, Badgers 8, Night Hawks 7, Hummingbirds 7, Bears 6, Eagles 5, Swans 4.

Men’s games (Handicap): Roger Christenson & Dale Johnson 229, Duane Doolittle 227.

Men’s series (Handicap): Dale Johnson 623, Duane Doolittle 603, Roger Christenson 589.

Women’s games (Handicap): Lila Larson 229, Barbara Austad 213, Toni Huber 209.

Women’s series (Handicap): Lila Larson 603, Pearl Noble 591, Betty Anderson 582.

Team games (Handicap): Badgers 803, Vultures 786, Hummingbirds 783.

Team series (Handicap): Badgers 2312, Vultures 2269, Eagles 2228.

Tuesday Classic Standings: Great Northern Outdoors 32, Yellow Lake Lodge 31, Northern Home & Improvement 27, Bottle Shop 25, Pioneer Bar 23, House of Wood 18.

Individual games: Roger Tollander 264, Bruce Norstrem & Maynard Stevens 226.

Individual series: Roger Tollander 713, Dale Frandsen 624, Brett Daeffler 603.

Team games: Great Northern Outdoors 608, Bottle Shop 606, Yellow Lake Lodge 594.

Team series: House of Wood 1701, Bottle Shop 1697, Yellow Lake Lodge 1688.

Consecutive strikes (5 or more): Roger Tollander 7x = 264.

Games 50 or more above average: Roger Tollander 264 (+74).

Series 100 pins or more above avg.: Roger Tollander 713 (+90).

Splits converted: 5-7: Butch Hacker Jr. 3-10: Brian McBroom.

Wednesday Night Early Standings: Cummings Lumber

15, Lake Services Unlimited 14, Skol Bar 12, Pioneer Bar 10, Daeffler’s Quality Meats 8, S&S Tree Bird Shoppe 8, Stotz & Company 7, Larsen Auto Center 6.

Individual games: Mark Bohn (SB) 268, Jake Anderson (SSTBS) 266, Oliver Baillargeon (DM) 258.

Individual series: Jake Anderson (SSTBS) 742, Mark Bohn (SB) 692, Oliver Baillargeon (DQM) 681.

Team games: S&S Tree Bird Shoppe 1067, Skoll Bar 1066, Daeffler’s Quality Meats 1052.

Team series: Skol Bar 3005, Daeffler’s Quality Meats 2947, S&S Tree Bird Shoppe 2921.

Thursday Early Standings: Fab Four 44, American Family Siren 39, Kinetico 36, Daeffler’s Quality Meats 33, Grindell Law Offices 31, Red Iron Studios 30, Wickstrom Construction 24, Hell Raisers 23.

Individual games: Ed Bitler (RIS) 258, Brian McBroom (AFS) 243, Nick Skow (DQM) 237.

Individual series: Ed Bitler (RIS) 750, Brian McBroom (AFS) 657, Don McKinney (FF) 643.

Team games: Red Iron Studios 611, Fab Four 607, American Family Siren 602.

Team series: Fab Four 1790, Red Iron Studios 1756, American Family Siren 1705.

Consecutive strikes (5 or more): Ed Bitler 8x = 258; Nick Skow 5x = 237.

Games 50 pins or more above avg.: Ed Bitler 258 (+51);Brian McBroom 243 (+52).

Series 100 pins over average: Ed Bitler 750 (+129).

Other: 700 series: Ed Bitler 750.

Splits converted: 2-4-6-7: Dennis Lieder. 3-10: Jim Wikstrom.

Friday Night Ladies Standings: The Leader 31, Pin Heads 30, Frederic Design & Promo 25, Junque Art 19, SKM 19.

Individual games: Margie Traun 222, Karen Carlson 192, Jen Ellefson 178.

Individual series: Margie Traun 524, Gail Linke 521, Karen Carlson 513.

Team games: Frederic Design & Promo 845, Pin Heads 842, The Leader 809.

Team series: Frederic Design & Promo 2448, Pin Heads 2339, The Leader 2333.

McKenzie Lanes Monday Night Ladies Standings: Wolf Creek Log Furniture 104.5, Frederic Truck & Tractor 85, Edina Divas 84.5, McKenzie Lanes 82, Milltown Appliance 78.5, Metal Products 75, Alyeska Contracting 68.5, Bye 28.

Individual games: Shirley Wilson 208, Cindy Castellano 193, Kathy McKenzie 191.

Individual series: Toni Sloper 523, Shirley Wilson 522, Cindy Castellano 520.

Team games (Handicap): Milltown Appliance 805.

Team series (Handicap): Wolf Creek Log Furniture 2325.

Monday Night Madness Standings: Eagle Lounge 34, Alleycats 30, Bon Ton 28, Mishaps 20.

Individual games: Barbara Benson 180, Debbie Swanson 171, Cathy Albrecht 163.

Individual series: Barbara Benson 524, Debbie Swanson 476, Cathy Albrecht 426.

Team games (Handicap): Alleycats 631, Bon Ton 628.

Team series (Handicap): Alleycats 1783, Mishaps 1772.

Tuesday Women’s

Standings: Kindred Spirits 63.5, Hauge Dental 59, LC’s Gals 59, Country Gals 53, Tomlinson Insurance 49, Gutter Dusters 47, Custom Outfitter 44, Kassel Tap 33.5.

Individual games: Denise Donaghue 203, Shirley Wiswell & Audrey Ruck 191.

Individual series: Denise Donaghue 555, Shirley Wiswell & Jan Kruse 502.

Team games (Handicap): Hauge Dental 821, Tomlinson Insurance & Gutter Dusters 819. series (Handicap): Team Hauge Dental 2368, Country Gals 2307, Tomlinson Insurance 2297.

Tuesday Night Men’s Standings: Steve’s Appliance 57, The Cobbler Shop 50.5, Centurview Park 40.5, Nel-LoHill Farm 39, The Dugout 37, Dream Lawn 36, McKenzie Lanes 35, Hack’s Pub 25.

Individual games: Jason Steffen & Donny Potting Jr. 255, Craig Willert & John Gerhardt 245.

Individual series: John Gerhardt 680, Ryan Wiemer 660, Jason Steffen 659.

Team games (Handicap): The Cobbler Shop 1190.

Team series (Handicap): Steve’s Appliance 3455.

Wednesday Early Standings: Greatland Transportation 36, Dalles House 34, Gerhman Auto Body 34, Cutting Edge 34, Balsam Branch Transport 26, Adamark Repair 24, Suzie Q’s 22, Bye 14.

Men’s games: Jason Steffen 265, Mike Welling 258, Dennis Kindem 243.

Men’s series: Mike Welling 737, Jason Steffen 643, Merlin Fox 614.

Women’s games: Carrie Schultz 187, Jeanne Kizer 174.

Women’s series: Carrie Schultz 471, Jeanne Kizer 446.

Team games (Handicap): Suzie Q’s 687.

Team series (Handicap): Dalles House 1975.

Wednesday Night Men’s Standings: Reed’s Marina 34, Davy’s Constrction 32, Edina Realty 24, Tiger Express 22, McKenzie Lanes 16, Harvest Moon 14, Dalles Electricians 10, Hanjo Farms 8.

Individual games: Daryn Sylvester 266, Craig Willert 258, Dave Robinson 257.

Individual series: Craig Wilert 687, Gene Swenson 663, Darren McKenzie 649.

Team games (Handicap): Reed’s Marina 1135, Edina Realty 1072.

Team series (Handicap): Reed’s Marina 3210, Davy’s Construction 2990.

Thursday Night Ladies Standings: Central Bank 117.5, Hauge Dental 105, Hack’s Pub 103, Bont Chiropractic 97.5, Cutting Edge Pro 95, KJ’s 95, Eagle Valley Bank 94.5, Truhlsen Chiropractic 92.5.

Individual games: Alyssa Schrock 215, Carrie Schultz 200, Jeanne Kizer 198.

Individual series: Alyssa Schrock 525, Norma Hauge 522, Debbie Korsan 518.

Team games: Cutting Edge Pro 809, Bont Chiropractic 793,

Hauge Dental 781.

Team series: Cutting Edge Pro 2294, Bont Chiropractic 2252, Hauge Dental 2234.

Saturday Night Mixed Standings: The Bald & the Beautiful 27, D.I.F.F. 23, Roller Coasters 21, The In-Laws 19.5, T-Dawgs 12, B & K Cousins 12, Cutting Edge Pro Shop 11, Eureka Bombers 10.5.

Men’s games: Roger Fisk 266, Bill Berg 240, Tim Katzmark 234.

Men’s series: Roger Fisk 688, Jeff Lehmann 681, Rick Katzmark 649.

Women’s games: Patti Katzmark 217, Lana McKenzie 203, Toni Sloper 190.

Women’s series: Patti Katzmark 514, Jan Kruse 495, Toni Sloper 485.

Team games: Roller Coasters 961, The Bald & the Beautiful 943, T-Dawgs 921.

Team series: Roller Coasters 2742, The Ball & the Beautiful 2726, B & K Cousins 2664.

Black & Orange Early Birds Standings: Yellow River Saloon 19-9, Black & Orange 14-14, The Tap 12-16, Gandy Dancer Saloon 11-17.

Individual games: Mary Eifler (GDS) 189, Kay Casey (YRS) 186, Rita Tesch (YRS) 182.

Individual series: Kay Casey (YRS) 497, Donna Crain 472, Lynn Toivola 464.

Team games: Yellow River Saloon 971, Gandy Dancer Saloon 960, Black & Orange 915.

Team series: Gandy Dancer Saloon 2748, Yellow River Saloon 2703, The Tap 2674.

Games 50 or more above average: Mary Eifler 189 (+56); Rita Tesch 182 (+52).

Monday Night Men’s Standings: Larry’s LP 21-3, Ed’s Logging 11-13, Black & Orange 9.5-14.5, Players Motorsports 6.5-17.5.

Individual games: Art Bliven (L) 226, Shane Phelps (EL) 224, Dean Eytcheson (EL) & Josh Johnson (L) 202.

Individual series: Dean Eytcheson (EL) 565, Josh Johnson (L) 556, Shane Phelps (EL) 544.

Team games: Ed’s Logging 1045, Larry’s LP 962, Black & Orange 925.

Team series: Ed’s Logging 2911, Larry’s LP 2730, Player Motorsports 2631.

Games 50 or more above average: Shane Phelps 224 (+79); Art Bliven 226 (+62).

TNT Standings: Larry’s LP 14-6, Homestead Café 10-10, Flower Power 9-11, Cashco 7-13.

Individual games: Jennifer Kern (L) 193, Mary Reese (FP) 177, Millie Hansen (HC) 163.

Individual series: Jennifer Kern (L) 530, Vicki Tollander (C) 458, Mary Reese (FP) 431.

Team games: Homestead Café 841, Larry’s LP 840, Cashco 815.

Team series: Homestead Café 2461, Larry’s LP 2399, Cashco 2370 Wednesday Night Standings: Cashco 19-5, Pheasant Inn 15-9, Black & Orange 13-11, Zia Louisa’s 13-11, Lions 10-14, Vacant 2-22.

Individual games: Gene Ackland (ZL) 218, Fred Zajac (C) 212, Chuck Houman (ZL) 207.

Individual series: Gene Ackland (ZL) 599, Ed Phelps (ZL) 548, Jack Witzany (L) 533.

Team games: Zia Louisa’s 1021, Cashco 903, Black & Orange 898.

Team series: Zia Louisa’s 2701, Lions 2493, Black & Orange 2464.

Games 50 or more above aver-

age: Chuck Houman 207 (+54).

Early Risers Standings: Black & Orange 208, Gayle’s Northwoods Hair Design 14-14, Gandy Dancer 12-16, 10th Hole 10-18.

Individual games: Lylah Nelson (B&O) 171, Pam Dildine (10th) 158, Donna Crain (GD) 157.

Individual series: Pam Dildine (10th) 442, Lylah Nelson (B&O) 416, Donna Crain (GD) 415.

Team games: Gandy Dancer 732, 10th Hole 693, Black & Orange 687.

Team series: Gandy Dancer 2077, 10th Hole 2040, Black & Orange 1971.

Thursday Night Ladies Standings: Yellow River Saloon 17.5-2.5, Pour House 9-11, Dolls w/Balls 8.5-11.5, Rollettes 5-15.

Individual games: Mary Lawson (PH) 187, Audrey Pardun (YRS) 181, Jackie Churchill (Dw/B) 173.

Individual series: Audrey Pardun (YRS) 499, Kristal Gorman (YRS) 463, Daphne Churchill (Dw/B) 452.

Team games: Yellow River Saloon 775, Pour House 711, Rollettes 699.

Team series: Yellow River Saloon 2239, Dolls w/Balls 2035, Rollettes 2019.

Games 50 or more above average: Mary Lawson 187 (+54).

Friday Afternoon Mixed Standings: Bowling Buds 12-8, Tasmanian Devils 10-10, Mis•Splits 9-11, Fantastic Four 911.

Men’s games: Jerry Burnham (BB) 209, George Godzik (TD) 192, Jim Thompson (M•S) 184.

Men’s series: Jerry Burnham (BB) 518, George Godzik (TD) 517, Jim Thompson (M•S) 435.

Women’s games: Jean Thompson (MS) 187, Vicki Wier (TD) 175, Laurie Lundeen (FF) 169.

Women’s series: Jean Thompson (MS) 452, Vicki Wier (TD) & Laurie Lundeen (FF) 450, Shirley Krueger (BB) 423.

Team games: Bowling Buds 831, Fantastic Four 828, Tasmanian Devils 806.

Team series: Tasmanian Devils 2383, Fantastic Four 2347, Bowling Buds 2325.

Games 50 or more above average: Doug Straub 178 (+56).

Denny’s Downtown Lanes Sunday Afternoon Mixed Standings: Hi-Low Rollers 30, Wild Ones 28, Spare Us 28, Sisters D 26.

Individual games: Jamie Mier 148, 144 & 143.

Individual series: Jamie Mier 435, Theresa Eckstrom 361, Lori Dake 340.

Team games: Spare Us 244 & 243, Hi-Low Rollers 235.

Team series: Spare Us 699, HiLow Rollers 674, Sisters D 651.

Wednesday Night Men’s Standings: Boyd’s Outdoor Power 26, Fiedler Ford 23, Grantsburg Sanitary 22, Wood River Pharmacy 18, Radio Shack 16, Dummy Team 0.

Individual games (Handicap): Jason Johnson 230, Matt K. 229, Chris Witzany 226.

Individual series (Handicap): Chris Witzany 619, Matt K. 617, Dane Carey 614.

Team games (Handicap): Wood River Pharmacy 1024, Boyd’s Outdoor Power 1011, Radio Shack 979.

Team series (Handicap): Boyd’s Outdoor Power 2876, Grantsburg Sanitary 2844, Wood River Pharmacy 2843.

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The legend lives on When the Luck Cardinals girls basketball team puts the wraps on their next win, not only will it be their 13th of the season, but it will also be the 400th career victory for their future hall-of-fame coach Marty Messar. Messar is wellknown as a master THE SPORTS motivator, strategist, title-winning coach, and perhaps most importantly, a gentleman and allaround nice guy. Hopefully the humble hardcourt mentor will be out and about over the course of Luck Winter Carnival weekend in order to be on the receiving end of

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some well-deserved glad-handing from appreciative friends and neighbors.

Be sure to check out the Wednesday, Feb. 13, edition of the Inter-County Leader for full coverage of Messar’s milestone victory.

Speaking of the Luck Winter Carnival Spies working the West Denmark area report that former Cardinal basketball icon and UW-Stevens Point Hall of Famer Britta Petersen will be on the scene participating in the alumni basketball tourney on Saturday, Feb. 9. Petersen will join her ageless uncle, Ronnie Petersen and other family members on Team Petersen, which is expected to be a contender for the championship.

Local Iron Men dominate Pointer Invitational Two former Leader Land multisport athletes continue to make their mark at the collegiate level. Frederic’s Zach An-

derson of UW-Stout and Webster’s Brian Thill of UW-Stevens Point finished onetwo respectively in the grueling heptathlon event at the Pointer Invitational last weekend. Heptathlon events are the 1,000 meter run, 60-meter hurdles, high jump, pole vault, long jump and shotput. Yikes! That’s more than a week’s worth of work for the average guy.

Pitchers and catchers report It won’t be long and the sun will be at an angle to bring us the first hint of spring. In fact, last weekend the plaintive two-note song of an apparently impatient or confused chickadee was heard.

That means major league baseball’s spring training is just around the corner.

Once again in 2013, a cadre of die-hard local baseball fans from Webster, Grantsburg and Frederic have pooled their resources to acquire a pair of full-season Minnesota Twins season tickets. This will be their fifth season as full-season ticket

Cumberland Squirts heading to state tournament

Standings Team Conf.

8-1 Luck Cardinals Grantsburg Pirates 7-1 6-3 Unity Eagles 5-3 St. Croix Falls Saints Frederic Vikings 4-4 1-8 Siren Dragons Webster Tigers 0-8 Scores Thursday, January 31 Unity 38, Clear Lake 29 St. Croix Falls 68, Webster 30 Friday, February 1 Frederic 54 Glenwood City 42 Luck 49, Siren 30 Saturday, February 2 Spooner 63, St. Croix Falls 49 Grantsburg 57, Shell Lake 38 Clayton 61, Unity 21 Monday, February 4 Luck 44, Chetek-Weyerhaeuser 37 Siren 70, Pine City 38 Tuesday, February 5 Unity 64, Webster 41 Luck 58, Birchwood 35 Grantsburg 63, Cumberland 45 Frederic 59, St. Croix Falls 49 Upcoming Thursday, February 7 7:30 p.m. Luck at Frederic (DH) Shell Lake at Siren 7 p.m.

Hayward at Webster Friday, February 8 7:30 p.m. St. Croix Falls at Grantsburg (DH) Webster at Siren (DH) Frederic at Unity (DH) Tuesday, February 12 7:30 p.m. Frederic at Webster (DH) Grantsburg at Unity (DH) Luck at St. Croix Falls (DH) Siren at Clear Lake Thursday, February 14 7:30 p.m. Cameron at St. Croix Falls (DH) Webster at Grantsburg Grantsburg at Siren

Boys Siren 47, Shell Lake 44 Unity 51, Frederic 40 Grantsburg 52, St. Croix Falls 43 Luck 50, St. Croix Falls 40 Frederic 53, Webster 31

The Swami

Girls Unity 58, Frederic 45 St. Croix Falls 60, Grantsburg 49 Luck 57, Frederic 43 (And it’s career victory number 400 for coach Marty Messar) Siren 55, Webster 29

PREDICTS

The Swami answers all e-mails and can be reached at predictionking@yahoo.com

Smiling Vikings fans Local Minnesota Vikings fans were all smiles this week after Adrian Peterson was named NFL MVP for the 2012 season. The next day, they had the opportunity to see longtime Viking offensive line mainstays Matt Birk and Bryant McKinnie earn championship rings as key members of the world champion Baltimore Ravens.

“Even though my team didn’t win The Big Game this year, I feel like a champion thanks to Adrian, Matt and Bryant,” said one proud Vikings fan late Sunday night after the Ravens’ 34-31 victory.

GIRLS BASKETBALL

Overall 16-2 13-5 13-5 6-9 8-10 5-12 0-16

Team Blizzard

Standings

Overall 14-7-1

Scores

Thursday, January 31 Blizzard 4 Mora 3 Friday, February 1 Blizzard 7, Spooner 1 Tuesday, February 5 Blizzard 9, Pine City 4 Upcoming Thursday, February 7 7 p.m.

Blizzard vs. North Branch at Grantsburg Saturday, February 9 7:45 p.m. Blizzard vs. Minneapolis Novas (At Mariucci Arena, University of Minnesota Campus)

WRESTLING

Upcoming Saturday, February 9 TBD Division 2 regionals at Amery (LFG, St. Croix Falls) TBD Division 3 regionals at Shell Lake (Unity)

Standings Conf.

8-0 7-2 5-3 3-4 4-4 1-6 0-7 Scores Thursday, January 31 St. Croix Falls 43 Webster 24 Grantsburg 63, New Auburn 16 Unity 66, Prairie Farm 51 Clayton 50, Frederic 36 Friday, February 1 Luck 46, Siren 39 Glenwood City 69, Frederic 42 Amery 51, Unity 30 Saturday, February 2 St. Croix Falls 51, Pine City 22 Monday, February 4 Grantsburg 76, Cumberland 27 Cameron 55, Siren 37 Tuesday, February 5 Unity 64, Webster 33 Luck 50, Birchwood 8 St. Croix Falls 70, Frederic 42 Grantsburg 59, Shell Lake 53 Upcoming Thursday, February 7 5:45 p.m. Luck at Frederic (DH) Friday, February 8 5:45 p.m. St. Croix Falls at Grantsburg (DH) Webster at Siren (DH) Frederic at Unity (DH) Monday, February 11 7:30 p.m. Siren at Cornell Tuesday, February 12 5:45 p.m. Frederic at Webster (DH) Grantsburg at Unity (DH) Luck at St. Croix Falls (DH) Thursday, February 14 5:45 p.m. Cameron at St. Croix Falls (DH) 7:30 p.m. Webster at Grantsburg Team St. Croix Falls Saints Luck Cardinals Siren Dragons Grantsburg Pirates Unity Eagles Frederic Vikings Webster Tigers

Overall 14-2 12-5 11-6 10-6 8-8 5-13 3-14

GIRLS HOCKEY

BOYS HOCKEY Northwestern Wisconsin’s undisputed “King of Predictions” checked in with an 8-2 record last week. It raised the “Purveyor of Prognostications’” basketball season record to 84-25, but wasn’t enough to push his success rate above the 77 percent plateau which he’s held for three THE SWAMI weeks now.

This week the “Cerebral Soothsayer” says he will eschew his poetry format and simply provide a list of predicted scores. “It’s not so much that I’m taking a break to restore my creative energy. It’s simply that I enjoy a rare opportunity to use the word ‘eschew’” he said.

This week’s games

holders.

Speaking of Webster, informants indicate that former Tiger and major league hurler Jarrod Washburn was recently named coach of the Siren-Webster co-op baseball team for the 2013 season.

LEADER SPORTS SCOREBOARD BOYS BASKETBALL

The Cumberland Islanders played River Valley Eagles Saturday, Feb. 2, to determine who will be traveling to the state hockey tournament in Sparta. The event was held at the outdoor rink of St. Croix Falls on a blistering cold day. The Eagles scored early in the first period.

Cumberland answered with a goal from Dashaun Ames. David Johnson scored in the second period with an assist from Maddux Allen. The Eagles scored the controversial gametying goal with no time remaining and the net off its posts. Cumberland and River Valley fought it out until the second overtime period in which Dawson VanMeter scored the gamewinning goal in sudden death. Mason Bohn was in net with 19 saves, and Lucas Anderson, Carter Bickle and Tyler Bohn played outstanding defensive. Pictured back row (L to R): Coach Mark Allen, Dakota McWilliams, Tyler Bohn, Lucas Anderson, Dashaun Ames, Blake Siebert, Dylan Wackerfuss and coach Ryan Bohn. Middle row: Brayden Roff, Connor Morrison, David Johnson and Carter Bickle. Front row, Dawson VanMeter, Mason Bohn and Maddux Allen. Not pictured, coach Dan Wackerfuss. – Photo submitted

P O R T S

Standings

Team Blizzard

Scores Thursday, January 31 Blizzard vs. New Richmond at Grantsburg Saturday, February 2 Blizzard vs. Silver Bay at Grantsburg Tuesday, February 5 Blizzard 6, Hudson 3 Upcoming Thursday, February 7 7 p.m.

Blizzard at Hayward Monday, February 11 5:15 p.m. Blizzard at Superior

GYMNASTICS

Upcoming Saturday, February 9 12:00 p.m. Grantsburg at Ashland Thursday, February 14 6:30 p.m. Superior at Grantsburg

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Overall 12-5

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O UTDOOR S I N T E R! C O U N T Y L E A D E R

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

Study continues to monitor mortality among deer MADISON – Hunting continues to account for the largest number of adult white-tailed deer mortalities in Wisconsin, while predation accounts for the highest death of fawns, according to recent results from an ongoing deer mortality study.

“Hunter harvest continues to be the greatest cause of death of both adult and yearling bucks,” said Jared Duquette, research scientist and lead researcher for the study, “while predation was the leading cause of fawn mortality, with most predations occurring within the first four to six weeks following birth.”

The Department of Natural Resources Bureau of Science Services has compiled data collected during 2011-12 on the causes of death in white-tailed deer into a new report, “Wisconsin Deer Research Studies, Annual Report 2011-2012.” The report is available on the DNR Web site by searching for “deer research” (click on the tab for resources).

Prompted by questions asked by hunters, two groundbreaking studies are currently under way in Wisconsin. A fiveyear study of causes of adult deer mortality is quantifying, for the various causes of deer death and overall survival rates in deer in a northern forest environment and in an eastern farmland environment. A similar three-year study looks at causes of mortality in fawns.

Duquette said the data will play a role in future deer management decisions and

addresses recommendations forwarded by study groups reviewing Wisconsin’s deer population estimating process.

A brief summary of the 2011-12 report shows: Buck and doe mortality • 16 adult males (deer greater than 1.6 years old) and 25 male fawns (deer 8-10 months of age) were radio collared and ear tagged in the northern study area.

• 15 adult males and 40 male fawns were radio collared and ear tagged in the eastern farmland study area.

• Adult male survival (10-12 months post-capture) was 31 percent in the north and 27 percent in the eastern study area; hunter harvest was the greatest source of mortality in both areas.

• Yearling male survival (10-12 months post-capture) was 52 percent in the north and 58 percent in the eastern farmland; hunter harvest was the greatest source of mortality in both areas.

• 30 adult does were radio collared in the northern and seven in the eastern study areas.

• Adult female survival (10-12 months post-capture) was 73 percent in the north and 86 percent in the east.

• Predation (44 percent) was the leading cause of adult female mortality followed by hunter harvest (33 percent).

Web Lake Area Men’s Club ice-fishing contest winners Big Buddy Heater – Vickie Close $100 gift certificate – John Vandergen $100 gift certificate – Vicki Pappas $100 gift certificate – Emily Eberhardt Largest northern – Adam Munson, 6 pounds, 5 ounces Largest Bass – Dustin Iannazzio, 2 pounds, 7 ounces Kids prizes Largest bass – Levi Kelton 1 pound, 11 ounces $25 Levi Kelton $25 Levi Kelton

Great day of fishing

The Behrndt brothers had a great day of fishing recently with their Papa Paul Malinovsky and Grandma Michelle Malinovsky of Frederic on a “secret lake.” Ty Behrndt, 8 years old, of Cumberland, caught his first big fish, an 11-pound, 35-1/2-inch northern, on a tipup. Mason Behrndt, 5 years old, of Cumberland, caught his first fish on a tip-up also.

Mason’s northern weighed 4 pounds. – Photos submitted

Fawn recruitment • 30 fawns (16 males, 14 females) were radio-collared and ear tagged in the northern study area; 46 fawns (26 males, 20 females) were radio-collared and ear tagged in the eastern farmland study area.

• Fawn survival at 6-7 months post-capture was 47 percent in the north and 63 percent in the east.

• Predation was the leading cause of mortality for both study areas, followed by road kill.

• Most fawn mortality occurred shortly after birth in May and June, mainly due to predation.

Capture of adults will continue through the 2012-13 and 2013-14 winters. Fawns were live captured in May and June in 2011 and 2012 and will be captured again in 2013. A number of captured adults and fawns are fitted with radio collars. All are fitted with ear tags. Additional metrics are collected including body weight and size, blood samples, sex, presence of external parasites and age. Does are also examined for pregnancy. Deer are followed by radio signal until death, at which time researchers study the mortality to determine cause.

Radio collars emit a special signal when a collar doesn’t move for a specified period of time indicating the animal possibly has died. Researchers and volunteers zero in on the radio signal and attempt to determine cause of death. Information on

deer harvested by hunters is collected when the hunter registers a collared or ear-tagged deer.

Radio-collared and ear-tagged deer are legal for harvest during the hunting seasons. Essential information is collected on these deer when they are registered.

Hunters or others finding a dead deer with an ear tag are asked to report the find by phone, calling the number on the ear tag, so that researchers can gather any available mortality information the caller may be able to provide.

Volunteers contribute to success “Hundreds of citizen volunteers and partner groups have participated in this effort,” said Mike Watt, DNR research scientist and volunteer coordinator. “Without them, I doubt we could pull this off.

The participation and enthusiasm of these individuals and groups has been fantastic.

Their contributions have been invaluable.” Participants included University of Wisconsin-Madison, Safari Club International, UW-Stevens Point, Union Sportsmen’s Alliance, Wisconsin Conservation Congress, Whitetails Unlimited, AFL-CIO, U.S. Department of Agriculture-APHIS, and Applied Population Laboratory. Interested volunteers can learn more about volunteer opportunities by going to dnr.wi.gov and searching “deer research.”

– from the DNR

Spring fish and wildlife proposed rules hearing questionnaire available online MADISON – The questionnaire package for the 2013 Department of Natural Resources spring fish and wildlife proposed rules hearing and annual Conservation Congress county meeting and the list of meeting locations is now available for review on the Department of Natural Resources Web site.

On Monday, April 8, there will be 72 public hearings, one in each Wisconsin county starting at 7 p.m., where people interested in natural resources management have an opportunity to provide their input by nonbinding vote and testimony to the Department of Natural Resources, Natural Resources Board and the Conservation Congress on proposed hunting and fishing rule changes and advisory questions.

The hearings, held annually, are combined with the county meetings during which residents can vote on and introduce their solutions to natural resources related issues.

The spring hearings cover three major areas: elections for county Conservation Congress delegates; proposed wildlife and fisheries rule-changes that have been developed through previous Conservation Congress meetings; and Conservation Congress proposals for future rule development.

Among the fisheries rule change proposals are: shifting the hours to legally spear sturgeon on lakes Winnebago, Butte des Morts, Winneconne and Poygan to 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., and shifting the daily deadline for sturgeon spearers to register their fish to 2 p.m.; removing the northern bass management zone early catch-and-release season for largemouth bass and allowing harvest under existing size and bag limits; and allowing motor trolling statewide.

Among the wildlife rule proposals being considered are: allowing the use

of rifles for deer hunting statewide; simplifying pheasant hunting regulations; establishing that, when the bear hunting season is open, hunting hours apply to people who are training bear hunting dogs as well as to people who are hunting bears; and allowing unattended, overnight placement of portable stands and blinds on department owned and managed lands.

In addition to the department’s rule proposals, there are a variety of advisory questions including a number pertaining to regulations for training dogs that will be used to hunt wolves, expanding bobcat hunting and trapping areas, and simplifying Canada goose hunter rules.

The Conservation Congress also has a variety of advisory questions asking citizens to gauge public support on various natural resource issues.

During the Conservation Congress county meetings, county residents have the option to run for a seat on the Conservation Congress and to elect delegates from their county to represent their views regarding natural resources issues on the Conservation Congress, the citizen advisory body to the Natural Resources Board and DNR. Also, individuals have the opportunity to bring forth new conservation issues of a statewide nature to the attention of the Conservation Congress through the citizen resolution process. Information about the process is also available on the Conservation Congress pages of the DNR Web site at dnr.wi.gov. – from the DNR

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Notices/Real Estate

Burnett and Polk County deaths

(Feb. 6, 13, 20) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Central Bank 2270 Frontage Road West Stillwater, MN 55082 Plaintiff, vs.

Double Star, Inc. a Wisconsin corporation 1243 Highway 35 Hudson, WI 54016 Wilemar Studtmann 1243 Highway 35 Hudson, WI 54016 Henry J. Smith Trust dated November 27, 1992 6308 Grove Point Drive SE Winter Haven, FL 33884 and Henry J. Smith 6308 Grove Point Drive SE Winter Haven, FL 33884 Defendants.

Case No. 11-CV-817 Case Code: 30404 Foreclosure of Mortgage NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on September 12, 2012, in the amount of $548,117.01, against Double Star, Inc. and Wilemar Studtmann, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: March 14, 2013, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: Pursuant to said judgment, 10% of the successful bid must be paid to the sheriff at the sale in cash, cashier’s check or certified funds, payable to the clerk of courts (personal checks cannot and will not be accepted). The balance of the successful bid must be paid to the clerk of courts in cash, cashier’s check or certified funds no later than ten days after the court’s confirmation of the sale or else the 10% down payment is forfeited to the plaintiff. The property is sold “as is” and subject to all liens and encumbrances.

PLACE: In the foyer area of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, in the City of Balsam Lake, Polk County.

DESCRIPTION: Parcel 1: Lot 2 of Certified Survey Map No. 4318 recorded in Volume 19 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 99, as Document No. 672081, located in the Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter, Section 8, Township 32 North, Range 16 West, Town of Black Brook, Polk County, Wisconsin Parcel 2: A perpetual easement over and across Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 4318 for the 45 foot wide joint access driveway area, and the 35 foot wide access easement, as shown on said Certified Survey Map, for purposes of access to Lot 2 of said Certified Survey Map. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 491 State Highway 46, Amery, WI, 54001.

PIN/Tax ID No. 010-001840200.

Peter Johnson Polk County Sheriff MURNANE BRANDT Attorneys for Plaintiff 30 E. 7th Street, Suite 3200 St. Paul, MN 55101-4919 Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (15 U.S.C. Section 1692), we are required to state that we are attempting to collect a debt on our client’s behalf and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. 1574225 577385 WNAXLP

Burnett County

Gregory J. Sawka, 35, St. Paul, Minn., manufacture or deliver amphetamines, four-year prison sentence followed by three-year extended supervision, provide DNA sample, maintain absolute sobriety, $255.00.

Shannon R. Stevens, 36, Wyoming, Minn., disorderly conduct, $343.00.

Ellen D. Hanninen, 103, Town of Blaine, died Jan. 14, 2013.

Polk County

Frederick E. Stener, 85, Siren, died Jan. 10, 2013.

Arvid A. Nelson, 82, St. Croix Falls, died Jan. 12, 2013.

Audrey U. Moffat, 74, St. Croix Falls, died Jan. 13, 2013.

(Jan. 16, 23, 30, Feb. 6, 13) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Bank of America, N.A., successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. Plaintiff vs.

REBECCA A. OLSON, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 287 AMENDED NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on July 20, 2012, in the amount of $146,406.38, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: February 26, 2013, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: By bidding at the sheriff sale, prospective buyer is consenting to be bound by the following terms: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

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

3.) Plaintiff opens bidding on the property, either in person or via fax and as recited by the sheriff’s department in the event that no opening bid is offered, plaintiff retains the right to request the sale be declared as invalid as the sale is fatally defective.

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

DESCRIPTION: Lot 11, Plat of Cherrywood on White Ash Lake, Town of Apple River, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1792 West White Ash Drive, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.

TAX KEY NO.: 004-01048-0000.

Dated this 9th day of January, 2013. /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. 2426018 576287 WNAXLP

(Jan. 30, Feb. 6, 13) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff vs.

JEFFREY BUSHENDORF SAMANTHA BUSHENDORF 2025 10TH AVENUE STAR PRAIRIE, WI 54026 Defendants

SUMMONS Case No. 13CV23 Foreclosure of Mortgage Hon. MOLLY E. GALEWYRICK THE STATE OF WISCONSIN, To each person named above as a Defendant: You are hereby notified that the plaintiff named above has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you.

Within forty (40) days after January 30, 2013, you must respond with a written demand for a copy of the complaint. The demand must be sent or delivered to the court, whose address is: Clerk of Court POLK COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT 1001 West Main Street Balsam Lake, WI 54810 and to the plaintiff’s attorney, Cummisford, Acevedo & Associates, LLC, 6508 South 27th Street, Suite #6, Oak Creek, Wisconsin 53154. You may have an attorney help or represent you.

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

Dated this 28th day of January, 2013.

Cummisford, Acevedo & Associates, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff Mark R. Cummisford, #1034906 6508 South 27th Street Suite #6 Oak Creek, Wisconsin 53154 414-761-1700 Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (15 U.S.C. Section 1692), Cummisford, Acevedo & Associates, LLC is attempting to collect a debt on our client’s behalf and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. 577077 WNAXLP

Frank M. Winiecki, 75, White Bear Lake, Minn., died Jan. 17, 2013.

Beverly A. Ellis, 69, Amery, died Jan. 19, 2013.

Alice G. Koeppen, 91, Amery, died Jan. 20, 2013.

(Feb. 6, 13, 20) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY

AnchorBank, FSB

Plaintiff vs.

JASON D. SIGSWORTH, et al.

Defendant(s)

Case No: 12 CV 332 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on November 1, 2012, in the amount of $116,530.59, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: March 7, 2013, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: By bidding at the sheriff sale, prospective buyer is consenting to be bound by the following terms: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

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

3.) Plaintiff opens bidding on the property, either in person or via fax and as recited by the sheriff department in the event that no opening bid is offered, plaintiff retains the right to request the sale be declared as invalid as the sale is fatally defective.

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Lot 6 of Certified Survey Map No. 4255, recorded in Volume 19 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 36, Document No. 668476, located in Government Lot 7, Section 2, Township 34 North, Range 16 West, Town of Apple River, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1753 West White Ash Drive, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.

TAX KEY NO.: 004-00048-0600.

Dated this 18th January, 2013.

day

/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. 2452432 577212 WNAXLP

Scott Mellon

Full-Time Agent

235 Main St. Luck, WI 54853

715-472-8252 www.polkcountyrealty.net 4-BR, 2-bath home, 3-car gar. on 76 acres by Luck on Hwy. 35 with lots of updates

3-BR, 2-bath home on 6 private acres, with pole shed, Luck, WI.

SOLD

Great 3-BR, 2-bath home that has been remodeled with a newer roof & 2-car gar. in Luck.

7 acres on the north side of Luck.

Horse lovers paradise, western charm. 4-BR, 1-ba. home.

Luck Twp., 2783 St. Rd. 35.

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

SOLD

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

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

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

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

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

4-BR, 3-bath on 35 acres, built in 2008. Nice home with attached garage by Frederic.

Busy bar & cafe on Main St. in Milltown.

Great opp. to have your own business that has 2 rev. streams w/a great loc.

248,900

$

227,500

$

SOLD

40-acre parcel of rolling woods, SW of Luck.

80,000

$

2-BR, 2-bath single-wide on 12+ acres of woods in Luck School District.

62,500

$

95,000

$

45,500

$

84,900

$

Great 4-BR, 2-bath home on almost 4 ac., on Dahl Lake, with a nice private setting.

199,500

$

19,900

$

109,900

$

106,000

$

89,000 $84,900

59,900 $45,900

$

85,000

$

$

199,900

$

of

240,000

$

Daniel E. Schaar, 74, Town of Lorain, died Jan. 20, 2013.

Vergil B. Shattuck, 93, Frederic, died Jan. 20, 2013.

Norman M. Asp, 86, Amery, died Jan. 21, 2013.

Merle G. Jacobson, 88, Amery, died Jan. 21, 2013.

Arlene G. Johnson, 85, Amery, died Jan. 22, 2013.

Edith G. Setter, 92, Amery, died Jan. 22, 2013.

TOWN OF EUREKA

Public Test Thurs., Feb. 14, 2013 10 a.m.

Notice given: to perform a public test of the Edge Voting System at the Eureka Town Hall.

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FOR RENT Newly Remodeled 2-BR Apartment Downtown St. Croix Falls $

485

per mo.

AVAILABLE NOW!

Water, sewer & garbage included.

On-site laundry.

Background check. First month’s rent and damage deposit.

612-280-7581

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Michael A. McManus, 44, Andover, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Jean F. Monn, 38, Webster, disorderly conduct, $430.50.

Guy R. Moser, 47, Webster, disorderly conduct, $430.50.

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Burnett County circuit court

(Jan. 23, 30, Feb. 6) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Bank of America, N.A. Plaintiff vs.

JENNIFER L. VELASKI, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 200 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on August 3, 2012, in the amount of $170,645.03, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: February 19, 2013, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: By bidding at the sheriff sale, prospective buyer is consenting to be bound by the following terms: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

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

3.) Plaintiff opens bidding on the property, either in person or via fax and as recited by the sheriff department in the event that no opening bid is offered, plaintiff retains the right to request the sale be declared as invalid as the sale is fatally defective.

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: The Easterly 100 Feet of Outlot 143 of Outlot Plat of the Village of Osceola, Polk County, Wis. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 609 Cascade Street, Osceola, WI 54020.

TAX KEY NO.: 165-00557-0000.

Dated this 17th day of December, 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. 2381052 576520 WNAXLP

Virginia M. Vogt, 73, St. Croix Falls, died Jan. 27, 2013.

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

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

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(Jan. 23, 30, Feb. 6) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Bremer Bank, National Association, a national banking association, 8555 Eagle Point Boulevard P.O. Box 1000 Lake Elmo, Minnesota 55042, Plaintiff, vs.

Pamela K. Johnson 365 240th Street Osceola, Wisconsin 54020, John H. Johnson 365 240th Street Osceola, Wisconsin 54020, Defendants.

Case Type: 30301 Case No. 12CV754 PUBLICATION SUMMONS THE STATE OF WISCONSIN TO PAMELA K. JOHNSON AND JOHN H. JOHNSON: YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that Plaintiff, Bremer Bank, National Association, a national banking association, has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you.

WITHIN forty (40) days after January 23, 2013, you must respond with a written demand for a copy of the Complaint.

The demand must be sent or delivered to the Polk County Clerk of Court, Polk County Justice Center, whose address is 1005 West Main Street, Suite 300, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin 54810, and to Plaintiff’s attorneys, Anastasi Jellum, P.A., whose address is 14985 60th Street North, Stillwater, Minnesota 55082. You may have an attorney help or represent you.

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

Dated: January 8, 2013.

ANASTASI JELLUM, P.A. Garth G. Gavenda, #1079588 Joshua D. Christensen, #1089857 14985 60th Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 Telephone: (651) 439-2951 Attorneys for Plaintiff #16572 576521 WNAXLP

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(Feb. 6, 13, 20) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY CIVIL DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION ND Plaintiff vs.

TIMOTHY J. GREANER; RENEE M. GREANER; WESTCONSIN CREDIT UNION; Defendants NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Case No. 12 CV 81 Case Code No. 30404 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on July 13, 2012, in the amount of $54,188.84, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: March 7, 2013, 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.

3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax from the proceeds of the sale upon confirmation of the court.

PLACE: Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: Lot Forty-five (45) of the Plat of Balsam Forest, according to the official plat thereof on file and of record in the Office of the Register of Deeds in and for Polk County, Wisconsin, Located in Government Lots 7 and 8, Section One (1), Township Thirty-four (34) North, Range Seventeen (17) West.

TAX KEY NO.: 006-01178-0000.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1718 E. Forest Circle, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.

Christina M. Putman State Bar No. 1075422 Attorney for Plaintiff 230 W. Monroe St., Ste. 1125 Chicago, IL 60606 Phone: 312-541-9710 Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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Notices/Employment opportunities the-leader.net OAK GROVE CEMETERY ASSOCIATION COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 2013

Meeting will be held at the Village of Webster office on Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2013, at 6 p.m. in the Village Hall.

Roll call; Review and approval of minutes of last meeting; Review and approval of treasurer report; Cemetery worker pay discussion; Tree removal discussion; Adjourn Jeff Roberts, Board President Patrice Bjorklund, Oak Grove Cemetery Sexton 577209 25L

(Feb. 6, 13, 20) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Central Bank, a Minnesota banking corporation, 304 Cascade Street P.O. Box 188 Osceola, Wisconsin 54020, Plaintiff, vs.

Max L. Fisk, through his heirs, 510 North Adams Street St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin 54024, Michael D. Fisk 2377 81st Avenue Osceola, Wisconsin 54020, Myrna J. Fisk 2377 81st Avenue Osceola, Wisconsin 54020, John Doe, Mary Roe, and XYZ corporation Defendants.

Case Type: 30304 Case No.: 12CV354 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of that certain Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, Order for Judgment and Judgment entered and filed in the above-entitled action effective nunc pro tunc to November 5, 2012, the Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell the following described real property at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: February 28, 2013, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 10% of successful bid must be paid to Sheriff at sale in certified funds, with the balance due and owing on the date of confirmation of the sale by the Court.

PLACE: Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.

LEGAL DESCRIPTION: PARCEL 1: Lots Six (6), Seven (7), Block Fifty-six (56), First Addition to the City of St. Croix Falls, Polk County Wisconsin, Located in Government Lot 3, Section 1934-18.

PARCEL 2: Lots Fifteen (15), and Sixteen, Block Fifty-six 56, First Addition to the City of St. Croix Falls, Polk County, Wisconsin, Located in Government Lot 3, Section 19-34-18.

(FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY: Plaintiff believes that the property address is 510 North Adams Street, St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin) Dated: January 28, 2013.

Peter Johnson Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin THIS INSTRUMENT WAS DRAFTED BY: ANASTASI JELLUM, P.A. 14985 60th Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 (651) 439-2951 Garth G. Gavenda/#16107 577456 WNAXLP

TOWN OF McKINLEY The Monthly Board Meeting For The Town Of McKinley Will Be Held On Tues., Feb. 12, 2013, At 7 p.m.

Agenda will be posted.

Town of McKinley Deborah Grover, Clerk

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(Feb. 6) NOTICE IN REPLEVIN STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Case Code 31003 Case No. 13-SC-35 To: DAVID N. KEMIS You are hereby notified that a summons and complaint has been issued to recover possession of the following described goods and chattels, to wit: 2005 FORD F150, VIN #1FTPW14555FA96401 of which I, the plaintiff am entitled to the possession, and which you have unjustly taken and unlawfully detain from me.

NOW THEREFORE, unless you shall appear in the Circuit Court of Polk County, located in the Polk County Courthouse in the City of Balsam Lake, State of Wisconsin, on February 25, 2013, at 1:30 p.m. before the calendar judge or any other judge of said court to whom the said action may be assigned for trial, judgment will be rendered against you for the delivery of said property to the plaintiff and for damages for the detention thereof and for costs.

Dated at Milwaukee, WI, this 4th day of February, 2013.

SANTANDER CONSUMER USA, INC. Plaintiff By: Jerome C. Johnson, Attorney State Bar#: 1016307 839 N. Jefferson St., #200 Milwaukee, WI 53202 Tel.: 414-271-5400 P.O. No.: 1823.82 577457 WNAXLP

Burnett County warrants

TOWN OF STERLING ELECTRONIC VOTING EQUIPMENT TESTING NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public test of electronic equipment to be used at the Feb. 19, 2013, Election, will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 9, 2013, at the Cushing Community Center. This test is open to the general public.

Julie Peterson, 577432 25L WNAXLP Town of Sterling Clerk

NOTICE – SIREN SANITARY DISTRICT TOWN OF SIREN BOARD MEETINGS

The Siren Sanitary District will hold their monthly Board Meeting on Thursday, February 14, 2013, at 6 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Siren Town Hall. The Town of Siren will hold their monthly Board Meeting at approximately 6:45 p.m.

The agenda will be posted. If you wish to be on the agenda, please call Mary Hunter, Clerk.

Mary Hunter, Clerk 577316 25L WNAXLP 715-349-5119

(Feb. 6, 13, 20) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Bank of America, N.A., as successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as servicer for The Bank of New York Mellon FKA The Bank of New York, as Trustee for the Certificate Holders CWABS, Inc., Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2006-20 Plaintiff vs.

WENDY J. SORENSEN, et al.

Defendant(s)

Case No: 11 CV 749 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on March 19, 2012, in the amount of $186,088.45, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: March 5, 2013, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: By bidding at the sheriff sale, prospective buyer is consenting to be bound by the following terms: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

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

3.) Plaintiff opens bidding on the property, either in person or via fax and as recited by the sheriff department in the event that no opening bid is offered, plaintiff retains the right to request the sale be declared as invalid as the sale is fatally defective.

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

DESCRIPTION: A ll of Lot 9 and the South 25 Feet of Lot 8, all in Block 1, Riverview Tract Addition to the City of Amery, Polk Couty, Wisconsin .

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 638 Cross Avenue South, Amery, WI 54001.

TAX KEY NO.: 201-00619-0000.

Dated this 25th day of January, 2013. /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 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. 2473899 577208 WNAXLP

(Feb. 6, 13, 20) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Bank of America, N.A. as sucessor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. Plaintiff vs.

JOHN R. WARD, et al.

Defendant(s).

Case No: 12 CV 16 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on November 16, 2012, in the amount of $288,031.29, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: March 5, 2013, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: By bidding at the sheriff sale, prospective buyer is consenting to be bound by the following terms: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

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

3.) Plaintiff opens bidding on the property, either in person or via fax and as recited by the sheriff department in the event that no opening bid is offered, plaintiff retains the right to request the sale be declared as invalid as the sale is fatally defective.

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

DESCRIPTION: Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 5130, recorded in Volume 23 of Certified Survey Maps on Page 37, as Document No. 714008, located in the Northwest 1/4 of Northwest 1/4 of Section 5, Township 34 North, Range 18 West, Town of St. Croix Falls, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2296 180th Avenue, Saint Croix Falls, WI 54024.

TAX KEY NO.: 044-00105-0000.

Dated this 23rd day of January, 2013. /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 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. 2467371 577207 WNAXLP

Timothy J. Aaron, 24, Samar, Colo., failure to pay fine, Feb. 1.

Justin M. Bauer, 18, Brookfield, failure to pay fine, Feb. 1.

Heather M. Bearheart, 19, Siren, failure to pay fine, Feb. 1.

Brandon L. Belisle, 32, Webster, warrant - failure to appear, Jan. 28.

Amanda R. Bildeau, 25, Crandon, failure to pay fine, Feb. 1.

Erica L. Breeden, 35, Farmington, Minn., failure to pay fine, Feb. 1.

Alexia Buskirk, 22, Danbury, failure to pay fine, Feb. 1.

Spencer S. Cobb, 44, Siren, failure to pay fine, Feb. 1.

Carlena S. Dennis, 26, Hayward, failure to pay fine, Feb. 1.

Lucas L. Dimmen, 30, Mora, Minn., failure to pay fine, Feb. 1.

Michael L. Eades, 38, Spooner, failure to pay fine, Feb. 1.

Justin Elkins, 24, Shell Lake, warrant - failure to appear, Feb. 1.

Joshua S. Englund, 28, Spooner, failure to pay fine, Feb. 1.

Lester Gates, no date of birth given, Spooner, failure to pay fine, Feb. 1.

Luther G. Icard, 52, Shell Lake, failure to pay fine, Feb. 1.

(Jan. 30, Feb. 6, 13) 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.

RYAN D. NELSON, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 254 AMENDED NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on July 3, 2012, in the amount of $118,703.85, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: February 28, 2013, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: By bidding at the sheriff sale, prospective buyer is consenting to be bound by the following terms: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

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

3.) Plaintiff opens bidding on the property, either in person or via fax and as recited by the sheriff department in the event that no opening bid is offered, plaintiff retains the right to request the sale be declared as invalid as the sale is fatally defective.

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

DESCRIPTION: Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 3533, Volume 16, Page 46, as Document No. 622915, being a part of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 14, Township 32 North, Range 16 West, Town of Black Brook, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 777 A 30th Avenue, Clear Lake, WI 54005.

TAX KEY NO.: 010-00357-0100.

Dated this 23rd day of January, 2013. /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. 2464031 576875 WNAXLP

Steven J. Johnson, 40, Pine City, Minn., failure to pay fine, Feb. 1.

Tyler C. Kampsula, 18, New Richmond, failure to pay fine, Feb. 1.

Joshua A. Krenzke, 31, River Falls, failure to pay fine, Feb. 1.

Chelsea R. Lindmeier, 27, Danbury, failure to pay fine, Feb. 1.

Anthony J. Nelson, 51, Chippewa Falls, failure to pay fine, Feb. 1.

Lashane S. Oiyotte, 28, Webster, failure to pay fine, Feb. 1.

Bridgette J. Rollenhagen, no date of birth given, Sandstone, Minn., failure to pay fine, Feb. 1.

Felicia A. Roseland, 20, Hinckley, Minn., failure to pay fine, Feb. 1.

Michael Rossow, 31, Jacksonville, Fla., failure to pay fine, Feb. 1.

Lorrene J. Schaumberg, 25, Siren, failure to pay fine, Feb. 1.

Benais F. Smiley, 22, St. Paul, Minn., failure to pay fine, Feb. 1.

Thomas W. Snyder, 27, Sandstone, Minn., failure to pay fine, Feb. 1.

Jeffrey A. Sutton, 25, Markville, Minn., failure to pay fine, Feb. 1.

Gerald A. Unruh, 26, Almena, failure to pay fine, Feb. 1.

Paul W. Yambrick, 32, Siren, failure to pay fine, Feb. 1.

(Jan. 23, 30, Feb. 6) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY JP MORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff vs.

JANET M. DONNELLY, et al.

Defendants Case No. 12 CV 404 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on August 15, 2012, in the amount of $119,865.87, the Polk County Sheriff will sell the premises described below at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: February 19, 2013, at 10:00 a.m.

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

2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens, 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, Wisconsin, 54810.

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: Part of the Northwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4, Section 36, Township 35 North, Range 16 West, described as follows: Beginning at a point 50 feet due West of the Northeast corner of the Northwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4; thence South at right angles 13.65 chains; thence West at right angles 6.15 chains; thence North at right angles 3.65 chains; thence West at right angles 1.85 chains; thence North at right angles 10 chains; thence East 8 chains to the point of beginning. Said land being in the Town of Georgetown, County of Polk and State of Wisconsin.

ADDRESS: 624 190th Avenue, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.

TAX KEY NO: 026-01396-0000.

Dated this 7th day of January, 2013.

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 information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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NOTICE OF MEETING Village of Frederic

Notices/Employment opportunities

(Jan. 16, 23, 30, Feb. 6, 13) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC as servicer for U.S. Bank National Association, as Successor Trustee, to Bank of America, National Association as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank National Association, as Trustee, for Ownit Mortgage Loan Trust, Ownit Mortgage Loan Asset Backed Certificates, Series 2006-6 Plaintiff vs.

JAN M. GUSEK, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 202 AMENDED NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on May 30, 2012, in the amount of $124,969.39, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: February 26, 2013, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: By bidding at the sheriff sale, prospective buyer is consenting to be bound by the following terms: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

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

3.) Plaintiff opens bidding on the property, either in person or via fax and as recited by the sheriff department in the event that no opening bid is offered, plaintiff retains the right to request the sale be declared as invalid as the sale is fatally defective.

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Parcel 1: Lots 13 and 14, Block 46, Original Plat of the City of St. Croix Falls, Polk County, Wisconsin.

Parcel 2: Lot 30, Block 53, First Addition to the City of St. Croix Falls, Polk County, Wisconsin. Together with that portion of vacated Massachusetts Street lying between Lot 30, Block 53, First Addition to the City of St. Croix Falls, and Lot 13 Block 46 Original Plat of the City of St. Croix Falls, Polk County, Wisconsin, as per Resolution No. 01-22 recorded October 15, 2001, in Volume 892 on Page 763 as Document No. 620825.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 344 North Adams Street, Saint Croix Falls, WI 54024.

TAX KEY NO.: 281-00767-0000 & 281-00094-0000.

Dated this 8th day of January, 2013. /s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Alyssa A. Johnson Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1086085 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 2423758 576425 WNAXLP

NOTICE TOWN OF APPLE RIVER PUBLIC TEST OF ELECTRONIC VOTING SYSTEM TOWN HALL MONDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2013, 6 P.M.

Notice is given that a public test of the Edge Voting System will be conducted at the Town Hall located at 612 U.S. Highway 8 at the date, location and time specified above.

Posted 1-10-2013 by Gloria Stokes, Clerk 577211 25L WNAXLP

NOTICE

NOTICE

NOTICE TOWN OF MILLTOWN

Voting Equipment Test Wednesday, February 13, 2013, at 10 a.m.

Milltown Fire Hall

TOWN OF APPLE RIVER

Virgil Hansen, Clerk

TOWN OF DANIELS MONTHLY BOARD MEETING The Monthly Town Board Meeting will be held Tues., Feb. 12, 2013, at 7 p.m., at Residence Of Treasurer Emma Kolander

Township Residents Invited AGENDA: Minutes & treasurer report; 2013 road projects; update on truck purchase; WTA District meeting; payment of town bills and any other business properly brought before the board.

Agenda will be posted at Daniels Town Hall 24 hours before meeting. Visit Daniels Township Web site www.townofdaniels.org 577459 25L Liz Simonsen, Clerk

SCHOOL DISTRICT OF WEBSTER FOOD SERVICE JOBS The School District of Webster is currently taking applications for three cook positions. All positions require the ability to complete physically demanding responsibilities such as carrying and lifting continuously throughout the shift. All positions will work 7 hours per day, 5 days per week. Starting pay is $12.50 per hour. Health insurance is available.

How to Apply: Applications are available at the District Office or online at www.webster.k12.wi.us. Deadline is Feb. 22, 4 p.m.

Contact: Jim Erickson, Superintendent Webster School District P.O. Box 9 Webster, WI 54893 715-866-4391 jerickson@webster.k12.wi.us

The School District of Webster does not discriminate in education or employment based on sex, race, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation or disability.

POLK COUNTY POSITION ANNOUNCEMENTS

Janitor II $12.48/hr.

Parks, Buildings & Solid Waste Dept.

Part Time - 36 hrs./week Deadline to apply: Feb. 13, 2013 LPN $20.19/hr. + shift differential Golden Age Manor $1.00 for overnights Part-time - 31 Hrs./Week Night Shift (10:30 p.m. - 6:45 a.m.)

Deadline To Apply: Open until filled YOU MUST COMPLETE A POLK CO. EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION TO BE ELIGIBLE. For application, complete position requirements and details, please visit our Web site at www.co.polk.wi.us, Employment Opportunities, or in person at 100 Polk Co. Plaza, #229, Balsam Lake, or Golden Age Manor, 220 Scholl Ct., Amery, or by calling 715-485-9176.

Please, no faxed applications. AA/EEOC 577537 25L

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., Feb. 11, 2013, At 7:30 p.m.

Agenda Verification of Posting Clerk’s Minutes Treasurer’s Report Resident Issues Road Items Add Person To Opening Pay Bills & Look At Correspondence Linda Terrian, Clerk

Monthly Town Board Meeting Will Be Held Mon., Feb. 11, At 7 p.m. At The Town Hall, 612 Hwy. 8.

Agenda to be posted.

Gloria Stokes, Clerk

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Agenda to be posted: 1) Eureka Town Hall 2) Eureka Town Garage 3) Eureka Clerk’s Office.

Agenda may also be posted on Town Web site: www.townofeureka.org

A public test of the Village of Frederic’s Sequoia Voting System will be held at the Village Hall, 107 Hope Rd. W., in Frederic, on Thursday, February 7, 2013, at 10 a.m.

Kristi Swanson, Village Clerk 577397 25L WNAXLP

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Thursday, Feb. 14, 2013, 7 p.m. at Eureka Town Hall

VILLAGE OF FREDERIC NOTICE OF PUBLIC TEST ELECTRONIC VOTING EQUIPMENT

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(Jan. 30, Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27, Mar. 6) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Bremer Bank, National Association 8555 Eagle Point Boulevard Lake Elmo, Minnesota 55042 Plaintiff, vs.

Marvin E. Benson Jr. N3146 Nymph Road Lake Geneva, Wisconsin 53147 Alison Benson 961 Woodbridge Drive Cary, Illinois 60013 Defendants.

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Case No. 12-CV-629 Case Code: 30404 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on December 13, 2012, and filed on December 14, 2012, in the amount of $38,515.13, the Polk County Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: March 19, 2013, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: Pursuant to said judgment, 10% of the successful bid must be paid to the sheriff at the sale in cash, cashier’s check or certified funds, payable to the clerk of the courts (personal checks cannot and will not be accepted). The balance of the successful bid must be paid to the clerk of the courts in cash, cashier’s check or certified funds no later than ten (10) days after the court’s confirmation of the sale or else the 10% down payment is forfeited to the plaintiff. The property is sold “as is” and subject to all liens and encumbrances.

PLACE: Entrance of Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main Street, in the City of Balsam Lake, Wis. 54810.

DESCRIPTION: Lot 6 of Certified Survey Map No. 4847 record-ed in Vol. 21 of Certified Survey Maps, page 174 as Doc. No. 698860, being located in part of the SW 1/4 of the SW 1/4 of Section 20, Township 34, Range 15 West Town of Beaver, Polk County, Wisconsin, (being a part of Lot 5 of CSM No. 4407 recorded in Volume 19 of CSMs, page 188), all recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Polk County, Wisconsin.

Together with and subject to the terms and conditions of the “Shared Driveway Access Easement” as set forth and shown on said CSM No. 4847.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: XXX 140th Avenue, Turtle Lake, WI 54889.

TAX PARCEL NO: 008-005550560.

Dated: January 16, 2013.

Peter M. Johnson Sheriff of Polk County, Document drafted by: Messerli & Kramer P.A. Attorneys for Plaintiff 100 South Fifth Street 1400 Fifth Street Towers Minneapolis, MN 55402 Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (15 U.S.C. Section 1692), we are required to state that we are attempting to collect a debt on our client’s behalf and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose.

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TOWN OF EUREKA Monthly Board Meeting

NOTICE

The February meeting of the Village Board of Siren will be held Thursday, February 7, 2013, at 2 p.m. at the Village Hall. Agenda posted.

Ann Peterson 577198 Clerk-Treasurer 25L

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Miranda L. Mueller, Town of Black Brook, and Jesse J. Unruh, Barron, issued Jan. 30, 2013.

Desirae E. Hutton, village of Clayton, and Simon S. Grange, village of Clayton, issued Feb. 1, 2013.

NOTICE

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Polk County marriage licenses

The regular Monthly Village Board Meeting will be held on Monday, February 11, 2013, at 7 p.m., at the Village Hall, 107 Hope Road W. Agenda will be posted at the Village Hall.

Kristi Swanson 577199 25L Clerk

NOTICE

TOWN OF LUCK BOARD MEETING Thurs., Feb. 14, 2013, 7 p.m., Town Hall Agenda: 1. Reading of the minutes 2. Treasurer’s report 3. Review and pay bills 4. Discuss and act on gifting certain historial Town of Luck records to the Luck museum 5. Patrolman’s report Any additional agenda will be posted in the Luck Town Hall and clerk’s office.

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VILLAGE OF LUCK TESTING ELECTRONIC VOTING EQUIPMENT FOR FEBRUARY 19, 2013, SPRING PRIMARY

A public test of electronic voting equipment will be held on Tuesday, February 12, 2013, at 10 a.m. at the Luck Village Hall at 401 South Main Street.

Kevin Kress, Clerk 577502 25L WNAXLP

NOTICE - PUBLIC TEST OF VOTING EQUIPMENT

Notice is hereby given that the Town of St. Croix Falls, Polk County, Wisconsin, will be performing a public test of election voting equipment on Tuesday, February 12, 2013, at 9 a.m. in the Town Hall located at 1305 200th Street, St. Croix Falls.

577510 25L Janet Krueger, Clerk, Town of St. Croix Falls WNAXLP www.townofstcroixrfalls.org

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE

Part-time position available with Burnett County in N.W. Wisconsin. www.burnettcounty.com for further details or 715-349-2181. Application dead577086 24-25L 14a,b,c line Feb. 8, 2013. EOE.

NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Grantsburg School District Jan. 29, 2013

Job Title Middle School Guidance Counselor Job Description Full-time Grades 4 - 8 School Counselor Qualifications Appropriate Wisconsin Certification, #966 School Counselor License Requirements Elementary/Middle School experience preferred.

The individual should be able to implement a comprehensive school counseling program that addresses academic, career and personal/social development for all students. Being able to deliver the curriculum, foster individual student planning, manage responsive services and handle system support are a must. Being an effective member of a team with the high school counselor, elementary social worker, school staff and administration is required.

How to Apply Send letter of application, resume, credentials (three current letters of recommendation and transcripts) and a copy of license by February 26, 2013.

Contact Brad Jones, Principal Grantsburg Middle School 500 East James Ave. Grantsburg, WI 54840 715-463-2455

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The School District of Grantsburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion or handicap.

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Notices/Employment opportunities

MEETING NOTICE The Next Meeting Of The Meenon Town Board Will Be Held On Monday, February 11, 2013, At 7 p.m., At The Meenon Town Hall

Agenda items to include: Clerk, Treasurer, Chairman and Supervisors reports; road discussion; possible additions to the roads to be included in ATV routes; and payment of bills.

577519 25L 15a Suzanna M. Eytcheson, Clerk

NOTICE OF INTENT TO APPOINT WISCONSIN INDIANHEAD TECHNICAL COLLEGE (WITC) DISTRICT BOARD MEMBERS

Notice is hereby given that applications are being accepted for three (3) positions on the Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College (WITC) District Board from individuals residing in Region 1 (Douglas County), Region 2 (Ashland, Bayfield and portions of Iron Counties), Region 3 (Rusk, Sawyer and Washburn Counties), Region 4 (Burnett and Polk Counties), Region 5 (Barron County), and Region 6 (portions of St. Croix County) of the WITC District.

Appointments will be made for the following positions in accordance with the Board Appointment Committee’s Plan of Representation, which specifies categories of membership as well as geographic areas of representation within the district.

Board members are not paid, except for expenses incurred in the performance of their duties.

W I T C D i s t r i c t B o a rd M e m b e r O p e n P o s i t i o n s The following Board positions will commence on or about July 1, 2013, upon certification by the Wisconsin Technical College System Board, with 3-year terms ending on June 30, 2016.

1. Employee Member: Representing Region 5 - Barron County 2. Employer Member: Representing Region 3 - Rusk, Sawyer and Washburn Counties 3. Additional Member: Representing the WITC District B o a rd M e m b e r C a t e g o r y D e f i n i t i o n s Please refer to the following Web site for additional information to help you determine if you qualify for a Board member category: www.witc.edu/board/appointments.

• An Employee Member is defined as someone who is employed, or who does not meet the Employer Member definition, or who is acting in the capacity of an officer or agent of a labor organization. An employee receives earnings as payment for personal services and is employed in the district.

• An Employer Member is defined as someone who receives earnings as payment for personal services and who has the authority to exercise independent judgment in determining, or effectively recommending, any of the following actions for business employees: hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, recall, promote, discharge, assign, reward, discipline and adjust grievances. Note: Representatives of labor organizations (officers or agents) are considered employee members regardless of their responsibilities.

• An Additional Member is defined as someone who resides in the district.

In the appointment process, equal consideration is given to the general population distribution within the WITC District, as well as to the distribution of women and minorities. Note: No two members of the WITC District Board may be officials of the same governmental unit, nor may any district board member be a member of the school board which employs the School District Administrator.

Notarized application forms must be received no later than 4 p.m., on Wednesday, February 20, 2013. Applicants must attend the public hearing of the District Board Appointment Committee on Wednesday, March 27, 2013, at 1:30 p.m., at the WITC - Administrative Office, 505 Pine Ridge Drive, Shell Lake, WI 54871, and provide at least two letters of recommendation supporting his/her candidacy to the WITC District Board before being interviewed at the scheduled public meeting. No additional names will be accepted from the floor at the time of the Appointment Committee meeting.

Notarized applications should be sent to: Mr. Daryl Standafer, Chairperson District Board Appointment Committee WITC - Administrative Office 505 Pine Ridge Drive Shell Lake, WI 54871 Application forms and instructions may be obtained at the WITC Web address above, or by contacting: Ms. Kim Olson, Board Appointment Committee Liaison WITC - Administrative Office 505 Pine Ridge Drive Shell Lake, WI 54871 Telephone: (715) 468-2815, ext. 2279 E-mail: kim.olson@witc.edu A second legal notice announcing the public hearing and committee meeting and all applicant names will be published in mid577193 25r,L WNAXLP March 2013.

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VILLAGE OF FREDERIC ATV/UTV WINTER USAGE ORDINANCE RESOLUTION 1-2013

7.11 ATV/UTV Usage on Village streets during winter months.

(3) ATV/UTV will be allowed to operate on Village streets during winter months between the opening and closing dates of Polk County snowmobile trails as long as the following conditions are met: 1. Operator must be 16 years of age with a valid driver’s license.

2. Vehicle must be registered and registration must be displayed.

3. Must have proof of insurance.

4. ATV/UTV will not be allowed to be operated on Village streets between the hours of 11 p.m. and 6 a.m.

5. Headlights and taillights must be on at all times.

6. All ATV operators under the age of 18 must wear a helmet.

7. Exhaust systems shall be original equipment manufactured and not modified.

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CITIBANK, N.A. 701 E. 60TH ST. NORTH SIOUX FALLS, SD 57117 Plaintiff, vs.

PEGGY S. WALTERS 2093 125TH AVE. SAINT CROIX FALLS, WI 54024-8134 Defendant(s).

Case No. 12CV704 AMENDED SUMMONS Money Judgment: 30301 Our File: 1625102 THE STATE OF WISCONSIN, To each person named above as Defendant: YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that the Plaintiff named above has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you.

The complaint, which is also served upon you, states the nature and basis of the legal action.

Within 40 days after February 12, 2013, you must respond with a written answer, as that term is used in Chapter 802 of the Wisconsin Statutes, to the complaint. The court may reject or disregard an answer that does not follow the requirements of the statutes. The answer must be sent or delivered to the court whose address is 1005 W. MAIN STREET, SUITE 300, BALSAM LAKE, WI 54810-4410 and to Rausch, Sturm, Israel, Enerson & Hornik, LLC, Plaintiff’s attorney, whose address is shown below. You may have an attorney help or represent you.

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

Dated: January 15, 2013. /s/ Ryan M. Peterson Rausch, Sturm, Israel, Enerson & Hornik LLC Attorneys in the Practice of Debt Collection 250 N. Sunnyslope Rd. Suite 300 Brookfield, WI 53005 Toll Free: 877-667-8010 Attorney for the Plaintiff 577206 WNAXLP

GRANTSBURG POOL NOW HIRING FOR THE 2013 SUMMER SEASON!

Position: POOL MANAGER Position: LIFEGUARDS

The Grantsburg Pool is now accepting applications for a seasonal full-time Pool Manager and both seasonal parttime and seasonal full-time Lifeguards for the 2013 summer season. Applicants should be responsible, punctual and able to work as part of a team.

Applicants must either have a lifeguard certificate or be able to pass the training offered before the season starts.

Previous lifeguard experience is a plus, but not a must.

Applications are available at: Grantsburg Village Office 316 S. Brad Street, Grantsburg, WI 715-463-2405 577540 25L 15a Monday through Friday (8:30 pm. - 4:30 pm)

PUBLIC NOTICE ELECTRONIC BALLOT TABULATION

Under Wisconsin State Statute 5.84(1), public tests of the electronic ballot tabulation system will be held to ascertain that the equipment will correctly count the February 19, 2013, Spring Primary votes cast for all offices and on all measures. All tests are open to the public.

Town of Anderson, February 11, 2013, at 1 p.m. Town Hall - 13808 Anderson Road, Jessica King, Clerk, 715-472-4753 Town of Blaine, February 12, 2013, at 11 a.m. Northland Comm. Ctr. - 1232 East School Road, Rita Ronningen, Clerk, 715-466-4884 Town of Daniels, February 11, 2013, at 2 p.m. Town Hall - 8851 Waldora Road, Liz Simonsen, Clerk, 715-349-2291 Town of Dewey, February 11, 2013, at 7 p.m. Town Hall - 24433 Town Hall Road, Pamela Brown, Clerk, 715-468-7111 Town of Grantsburg, February 12, 2013, at 10 a.m. Clerk/Treas. Office - 118 E. Madison Avenue, Romey Nelson, Clerk/Treasurer, 715-463-5600 Town of Jackson, February 11, 2013, at 2 p.m. Town Hall Office - 4599 County Road A, Lorraine Radke, Clerk, 715-866-8412 Town of LaFollette, February 11, 2013, at 11 a.m. Town Hall - 24184 Malone Road, Linda Terrian, Clerk, 715-349-2531 Town of Lincoln, February 11, 2013, at 5 p.m. Clerk’s Home - 25603 Icehouse Bridge Road, Wanda Washkuhn, Clerk, 715-866-4201 Town of Meenon, February 13, 2013, at 6 p.m. Town Hall - 7396 Kruger Road, Suzanna M. Eytcheson, Clerk, 715-866-4893 Town of Oakland, February 11, 2013, at 6 p.m. Clerk’s Office - 7426 Main Street West, Deanna Krause, Clerk, 715-866-8213 Town of Roosevelt, February 12, 2013, at 11 a.m. Clerk’s Home - 2997 County Rd. EE, Patricia Hayden, Clerk/Treasurer, 715-468-2468 Town of Rusk, February 9, 2013, at 10 a.m. Clerk’s Home - 26985 East Benoit Lake Road, Bonnie Harder, Clerk, 715-635-4723 Town of Sand Lake, February 11, 2013, at 9 a.m. Town Hall - 5364 County Road X, Peggy Tolbert, Clerk, 715-222-9375 Town of Scott, February 11, 2013, at 11:30 a.m. Town Hall - 28390 County Road H, Kim Simon, Clerk, 715-635-2308 Town of Siren, February 9, 2013, at 10 a.m. Town Hall - 7240 S. Long Lake Road, Mary Hunter, Clerk, 715-349-5119 Town of Swiss, February 11, 2013, at 1 p.m. Town Hall - 7551 Main Street, Judy Dykstra, Clerk, 715-656-3030 Town of Trade Lake, February 9, 2013, at 1 p.m. Clerk’s Home - 13361 State Road 48, Deborah Christian, Clerk, 715-488-2600 Town of Union, February 12, 2013, at 1 p.m. Town Hall - 9015 County Road FF, Mary Eifler, Deputy Clerk Town of Webb Lake, February 11, 2013, at 10 a.m. Town Hall - 31000 Namekagon Trail, Gail Keup, Clerk, 715-259-3439 Town of West Marshland, February 11, 2013, at 5 p.m. Clerk’s Home - 25161 Spaulding Road, Margaret Hess, Clerk, 715-463-2922 Town of Wood River, February 11, 2013, at 10 a.m. Clerk’s Home - 11097 Crosstown Road, Dawn Luke, Clerk, 715-689-2296 Village of Grantsburg, February 11, 2013, at 9 a.m. Village Hall - 316 S. Brad Street, Jennifer Zeiler, Clerk, 715-463-2405 Village of Siren, February 11, 2013, at 9 a.m. Village Hall - 24049 First Avenue North, Ann Peterson, Clerk, 715-349-2273 577431 25L Village of Webster, February 11, 2013 at Noon - WNAXLP Village Office - 7505 Main Street West, Patty Bjorklund, Clerk/Treasurer, 715-866-4211

(Jan. 23, 30, Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY CENTRAL BANK, 2104 Hastings Avenue Newport, MN 55055, Plaintiff, vs.

Luke J. Duncan 1904 220th Avenue Centuria, WI 54824, Hennepin Faculty Associates 914 S. 8th St., 600 HFA Building Minneapolis, MN 55404 Defendants.

Case No. 11-CV-733 Code No. 30404 Foreclosure of Mortgage Dollar Amount Greater Than $10,000 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on August 20, 2012, in the amount of $136,675.99, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: March 12, 2013, at 10:00 o’clock a.m.

TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or certified funds at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of the 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, Front Lobby, located at 1005 W. Main St., Balsam Lake, Wisconsin.

DESCRIPTION: The East Three Hundred Ninety (390) Feet of the North Three Hundred Twenty-Five (325) Feet of the Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (NE 1/4 NE 1/4) of Section Fourteen (14), Township Thirty-Five (35) North, Range Eighteen (18) West, Polk County, Wisconsin.

TAX KEY NO.: 020-00322-0000.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1904 220th Avenue, Centuria, WI 54824.

Peter Johnson Sheriff of Polk County, WI PAIEMENT LAW OFFICE, LLC Attorneys for Plaintiff 221 East Myrtle Street Stillwater, MN 55082 651-967-5050 Paiement Law Office, LLC, is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

I hereby certify that on January 3, 2013, I served an exact copy of the within document on the following named persons at their last known address by mail pursuant to Sec. 801.14(2), Wis. Stats.

PAIEMENT LAW OFFICE LLC Sonya Stylos Persons Served: Luke J. Duncan, 1904 220th Avenue, Centuria, WI 54824 and his attorney, Kate Murtaugh, Gionis Law Office, P.O. Box 636, 109 Washington N., Saint Croix Falls, WI 54024, and Hennepin Faculty Associates, 914 S. 8th St., JFA Building, Minneapolis, MN 576519 WNAXLP 55404.

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C O N TAC T YO U R President Barack Obama 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. Washington, D.C. 20500 E-mail: www.whitehouse.gov/contact/ Web site: www.whitehouse.gov Gov. Scott Walker Wisconsin State Capitol Madison, WI 53707 Phone: 608-266-1212 E-mail: govgeneral@wisconsin.gov Web site: www.wisgov.state.wi.us/

L E G I S L ATO R S Rep. Stephen Smith (75th District) State Capitol, Room 4 West P.O. Box 8953 Madison, WI 53708

Phone: 608-266-2519 • 888-534-0075 E-mail: rep.smith@legis.wi.gov

Congressman Sean Duffy (7th District) 1208 Longworth House Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510 Phone: 202-225-3365

Web site: duffy.house.gov/

Sen. Robert Jauch (25th State Senate Dist.)

Room 415 South, State Capitol P.O. Box 7882, Madison, WI 53707 Phone: 608-2663510 or toll-free 800-469-6562 FAX: 608-2663580

E-mail: Go to Web site: duffy.house.gov/contact-me/email-me

E-mail: Sen.Jauch@legis.state.wi.us Web site: legis.wisconsin.gov/senate/sen25/news/

U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin 1 Russell Courtyard Washington, D.C. 20510 Phone: 202-224-5653 FAX: 202-225-6942

Sen. Sheila Harsdorf (10th State Senate Dist.)

State Capitol, P.O. Box 7882 Madison, WI 53707

U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson 2 Russell Courtyard Washington, D.C. 20510 Phone: 202-224-5323 E-mail: ron_johnson@ronjohnson.senate.gov No Web site at this time

Phone: 608-266-7745 715-232-1390 800-862-1092

State Rep. Erik Severson (28th District) Room 312 North State Capitol Madison, WI 53708 PH: 608-267-2365 • 888-529-0028 FAX: 608-282-3628

E-mail: sen.harsdorf@legis.state.wi.us Web site: legis.wisconsin.gov/senate/sen10

Burnett Co.

Polk Co.

E-mail: rep.Severson@legis.wisconsin.gov Web site: legis.wisconsin.gov/asmhome.htm (then click on Representatives home pages)

St. Croix Co.

Nick Milroy (73rd District) Room 8 North, State Capitol P.O. Box 8953, Madison 53708 PH: 608-266-0640 or 888-534-0073 FAX: 608-282-3673

E-mail: rep.milroy@legis.state.wi.us

Web site: legis.wisconsin.gov/asmhome.htm (then click on Representatives home pages)

Legislative Hotline: 1-800-362-9472 • For general information on state legislature go to: legis.wisconsin.gov/contact.htm

State GOP announces changes to mining bill; Dems lukewarm

by Shawn Johnson Wisconsin Public Radio Republican sponsors of a bill aimed at permitting a massive open pit iron mine have announced changes that they say should attract bipartisan support, although a key Democrat called them “baby steps.”

The original GOP mining bill included a hard deadline for mining permits. These changes would take that deadline away — sort of. Instead of a maximum of 480 days, Hazelhurst Republican Sen. Tom Tiffany

says there could be a “memorandum of understanding” that the decision over a mine will take longer. “It’s the parties getting together at the very start of this — Corps of Engineers, the DNR and the applicant and talking this through.”

The catch? The mining company is not bound by law to agree to any extensions.

Republicans say it’s merely in their best interest.

Republicans would also scrap a provision that could have moved groundwater monitoring wells an extra 1,200 feet away

from a mining site, in essence weakening an early warning system. Sen. Tiffany says it’s an area where critics’ voices were heard. “Many environmental groups expressed concern about that a year ago when we were going through this issue.

And we believe that it’s appropriate to comply with that.”

In other areas, Republicans did not budge. They stood by their decision to tax a mining company on its reported profits rather than on the tons of ore it pulls out of the ground, meaning less revenue for

communities near the mine. And Janesville Democratic Sen. Tim Cullen said the bill still weakens environmental protections. “Well, there’s 150 pages of changes to environmental law. You wouldn’t have the mining company draft the legislation and put in the 150 pages of changes to raise environmental standards.”

Still, Cullen characterized the moves as baby steps toward a “sensible bill.” Republican-led committees are scheduled to vote on the mining bill Wednesday.

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Refurbishing a boat dock for Coon Lake Park are (L to R): Ryan Strerke, Jack Neumann, Michael Runnels, Logan Burch, Aaron Vossen, David Crandell, Carl Wirtz, Daniel Larson and James Runner.

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Local musician embraces Music City, but keeps his Wisconsin roots

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer LUCK – The subject of the note was simple and to the point: “He is a local boy who has made it,” wrote Sandra W., an unabashed fan of Kale Nelson, the 1997 Luck grad who is making his marque in Nashville, Tenn.

The music business is a harsh mistress.

Thousands of hugely talented musicians will throw their lives into the mix, working for years to make it happen, ultimately realizing that it is not only rare but unusual to turn music from a hobby into a paying avocation.

Sometimes, storied success comes out of the blue, or happens because of one or two giant breaks or connections. But on occasion, true success comes about through good old-fashioned hard work, such as Kale Nelson’s story.

Nelson is a 1997 Luck High School graduate who has made his name in Nashville over the last decade, and with his steady success comes a relatively new path to fame, as bassist for the country music act Love and Theft, an established duo that is rolling up the Billboard charts and touring this coming summer with superstar Tim McGraw.

Kale, 34, is the son of Keith and Teresa Nelson of the Luck area, and while he now calls Nashville home, he has fond memories of his Northwest Wisconsin roots and admits that his busy current life means visits home are important and “grounding.”

“I still like a white Christmas,” he laughed. “And sometimes I just need to remind myself ...”

He trails off and talks about those local roots, reminding himself of not only his youth and influences, his family and history, but also why he now lives in Tennessee, where it was 60 degrees and sunny when he chatted from his studio.

“But I loved coming back (to Luck), walking on the frozen pond and bonfires,” he said with an audible smile. “It all comes back to me on that pond. But I consider Nashville my home now.”

Nelson went from kindergarten to graduation at Luck High, and while he had very good things to say about the school and area, he admits he was “no musical prodigy.”

He took up music as a teen, playing guitar, keyboards and bass in several local bands, “But not enough to make a living,” he said.

Nelson delved into choral music while attending UW-Eau Claire and was able to tour Europe in an ensemble. “But I still didn’t feel I was taking the right path,” he said.

He left college after three years in Eau

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Luck graduate Kale Nelson (right) is seen here jamming with Love and Theft frontman Eric Gunderson during a recent show. - Special photos

Nashville’s Mecca is the Grand Ole Opry, which is where Love and Theft played recently with superstar Ricky Skaggs. Kale Nelson is the band’s bass player and a Luck High grad, pictured second from the right.

Kale Nelson (left) still loves trips back home to Wisconsin and took in a Packer game at Lambeau over the holidays with his parents, Teresa and Keith Nelson, who live seven miles east of Luck. “Obviously, pulling for the Packers!” Kale confirmed.

Claire and attended a music school in Tennessee, where he finished his degree and did what many aspiring musicians attempt, “I went to LA.” He spent time pursuing engineering and worked as a production assistant, but still didn’t find much work. “I mainly discovered that I didn’t want to live in Los Angeles,” he admitted. “So instead I went to Nashville, where I spent a lot of time shaking hands, being cordial, trying to establish my name.”

He seemed to find his place in the Music City, playing in several bands and getting deeply immersed in the music culture. The closely knit fabric of musicians led to a steady gig with a female duo, Bombshell, which led to his opportunity last August to work as the bassist in Love and Theft.

“It’s a pretty tight group of musicians in Nashville. It was through a friend of a friend of a guitar player (that he got the Love and Theft opportunity),” Nelson said. “I got a good referral, but it was a bit of a leap of faith.”

Love and Theft started in 2006, led by the duo of Eric Gunderson and Stephen Barker Liles, and the band has been working their way into that woven music fabric with aplomb. They eventually signed a major deal with Epic Nashville in 2011 and not long after began to gain even more acclaim, with a huge hit last year in “Angel Eyes,” which opened a lot of eyes to their sound.

Nelson’s addition came at the right time, as the group has quickly garnered even more good press, listeners and fans, including some pretty famous musicians like Ricky Skaggs, Jake Owen and the band Florida Georgia Line. They’ve played as opening acts for all of them, including a noteworthy gig at the Grand Ole Opry with Skaggs late last year that Nelson recalls as a true highlight.

Playing alongside superstars of music, Kale has also tried to better understand his own influences, which originally leaned toward Seattle grunge, heavy metal and other music of his generation.

“You know, I was just talking with my mom about my influences,” Nelson said.

“I’m guessing it was when I was about 6 or 7, maybe 8 years old when I ‘discovered’ harmonies. But now I’m influenced by just about everything!”

Nelson loves music and considers it not only his “day job” with Love and Theft, but also his hobby. He has a full recording studio at his Franklin, Tenn., home, and he is hoping to eventually get into the more advanced edge of music production, engineering and creation.

“I’m definitely most comfortable on bass, I guess. It is my moneymaker,” he said. “But I’ve been playing drums more lately. I think it really helps me otherwise, makes you more aware of time, metronomes, and makes other aspects easier.”

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Staying grounded/from page 1 While Nelson is now a sought-after musician for manufacturers who want him to play their equipment, he admits to falling back on his first bass guitar, a now-vintage 1979 four-string Fender bass he bought at a Minneapolis music store many years ago. Like many things in his life, he said that old bass is one of the things that grounds him.

But the reality of touring, recording, practicing and continuing to play an average of four shows a week with Love and Theft means he now knows their catalog pretty well.

“You know, we play so many shows, we’re always making it tighter, better,” he said, reluctantly admitting that the need to practice their music is not as necessary. “Once it’s under your belt, it’s under your belt!”

But Nelson also knows that fans expect great things, and while they may only see or hear them for an hour or two on the stage, they don’t know the endless hours of work, practice, recording, handshaking and social connections behind that gig, which he called the “real work.”

He is hoping that he can eventually move back into the production end of the business, as he “doesn’t want to tour forever,” but true success in music is something fleeting to all but a handful of people, and he is not one to take it for granted.

“My parents and others have been so supportive,” he said. “I know at times they would’ve picked a different direction for me.”

In fact, Nelson admits that his “plan B,” if music didn’t fall into place, was the friendly skies. “Yeah, I thought about becoming a pilot!” he said with a laugh. “I even toured the aerospace department (at his Tennessee college).”

He admits to having his doubts about musical success, at times, and struggles were common, if not the status quo, but his love of music had to prevail.

“Yeah, I had to do it. I had to stay in music,” he said with conviction. “I think being creative played a little more to my skill set!”

Love and Theft played a tour with Jake Owen and his band, as well as Florida Georgia Line. Kale Nelson is seen on the back right.

Yes, that’s Kale Nelson in the 1997 Luck High School yearbook. In spite of making it big in Nashville, Tenn., he hasn’t changed much over the years and fondly recalls his growing up in Polk County.

His success is not something Nelson displays brightly around his neck, hence the note from a local fan that led to the interview, and you don’t have to go very deep into a chat with him to realize how grounded he remains. For fun, Nelson admits to watching football or going to a Nashville Predators hockey game.

But he acknowledged that his main hobby will always be music, recording and learning about the industry and art that not only pays his bills, but gives him

the time to enjoy the rest of his life.

“When I take a break? Well, to be honest, I love spending time with my dog, Elsa!” Nelson said with a chuckle about his husky/boxer mix. “She keeps me grounded!”

It seems more like Nelson keeps Kale grounded.

Kale Nelson’s other hobby is his boxer/husky mix, Elsa, seen here running across a frozen pond this winter near his parents rural Luck home.

Burnett County well-represented at the 4-H musical festival BURNETT COUNTY – Twenty-eight Burnett County youth, representing three of the county’s four 4-H clubs, presented vocal or instrumental music in solos, small ensembles or large groups at the Saturday, Jan. 26, 4-H Music Festival at Siren School. Orange, Wood Creek and Wood River Beavers 4-H Clubs each performed an allclub, choreographed vocal piece. Judges Maria Potvin and Shawn Gudmunsen chose Wood Creek to present their group selection “We Love 4-H” at the Wisconsin State Fair in August. Brooke Beecroft, an eighth-grader in Wood Creek 4-H, was also nominated to perform her penny whistle rendition of “Drumshambo Jig” at the state fair. Brooke and Edwin Janssen, a fourth-grader in

Orange 4-H, were picked as alternate Burnett County music representatives to the state fair for their piano performances. Edwin played “Rockin’ on 6!” and Brooke played “The Race Car.” There were 35 entries this year, and the music festival still sped by because it was so entertaining. Most of the performers, even the youngest, stayed to watch everyone else’s acts. The 4-H Music Festival is a great opportunity for youth to practice their pieces and provides an opportunity for public recital and evaluation. Congratulations to all performers. For more information about 4-H, contact Dani Ganje, youth and family extension agent, at 715-349-2151. - submitted

From the Wood River Beavers 4-H Club, Grace Lahners, Renee Tooze and Gabby Stahl, performing “I’ve Got That 4-H Spirit” at the 4-H Music Festival Saturday, Jan. 26, at Siren School.

Wood Creek 4-H Club member Rylee Nelson singing “Ode to Joy” with Emily Stiemann as accompanist at the music festival. – Photos submitted

Orange 4-H Club member Maiya Fuller playing “Edelweiss” at the 4-H Music Festival in Siren.

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An old widow,

Just for

looking for a new husband, was sitting on a park bench when an old Joe Roberts man took the spot next to her.

“I’ve never seen you here before,” the old woman said.

“That’s because I just got out of prison,” the old guy said sheepishly.

“Prison?” the old lady exclaimed, “What did you do?”

“I killed my first wife,” he replied.

The old woman smiled and exclaimed, “So you’re single!”

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Free tax assistance available POLK COUNTY – The AARP Tax-Aide Program will begin in Polk County in February. This is a free, nationwide confidential service in which trained volunteers assist middle- and lower-income people, especially those 60 and over, with their tax returns and Wisconsin Homestead Credit forms. Younger people with lower incomes are also welcome to use the service.

People using this free tax opportunity are asked to bring with them all Forms W-2 and 1099s, plus property tax bills or rent certificates, and last year’s returns. Tax returns will be electronically filed.

Tax-Aide volunteers will be available to give tax assistance at the Polk County sites listed below.

The hours are 9 a.m. to noon, and appointments are encouraged but are not necessary. Appointments can be made by calling the site listed. To ask questions about the program call Marvin Nevala at 715-268-7884.

Frederic Senior Center - Thursdays, Feb. 7 and March 14 St. Croix Falls Senior Center - Wednesdays, Feb. 13, March 6 and March 27 Osceola (Millside Apts., 403 2nd Ave. E.) - Thursday, Feb. 28 Balsam Lake (County Aging and Disability Resource Center) - Thursday, Feb. 21 Amery Senior Center - every Tuesday from Feb. 5 to April 9, and Thurs, March 21. - submitted

Interfaith Caregivers to elect new offi ficcers BURNETT COUNTY – Interfaith Caregivers of Burnett County will be having an election of officers and board members on Wednesday, Feb. 20. The meeting will be held at Grace United Methodist Church at 4 p.m. The public is welcome to attend, and they welcome nominations for president and four board members.

At this time, their officers are Denny Blodgett, president; Dave Boatman, vice president; Sharon Boatman, secretary; and Gerry Vogel, treasurer. The term of each office runs four years. The office can be held for two consecutive terms. Once an officer leaves the position, they may sit on the board as an advisor without a vote. There are 13 members on the board. The 13 members have terms of four years but can retain their position for two terms. Barb Blodgett, as director, will be in her position until she is asked to leave or retire. She does not have a vote.

The public is welcome at any meeting without a vote, but can present suggestions and ideas. They meet on the third Wednesday of the month at Grace United Methodist Church in Webster.

Any questions, call 715-866-4970. - submitted

Driving in the fog

Cold turkey

I am not living an exciting life.

My friend Lanni lives in Paris.

She has a very exciting life. Her career takes her to destinations around the globe. She is dating Carrie Classon a series of men in rapid succession, ruefully noting the scorched path she leaves in her wake. (Dating Lanni is a bit like having a meteor land in your backyard; it’s very exciting with a rather messy aftermath.) She just adopted a new kitten, which I thought was a bit peculiar since she is currently uncertain on which continent she will land in the coming year. The kitten is named Hermes: the patron of travelers, bringer of dreams, and trickster. He sounds like a perfect companion.

My life is very dull in comparison. The most exciting thing that happened to me all week was that I crashed my scooter. Even this is an exaggeration to make my life sound more interesting than it actually is.

The truth is that there was a broken water main on my way to school and the temperature was hovering right at freezing. The pavement was sprayed with water and, when I hit the icy pavement with my moped, I spun out and landed in a heap. Traffic stopped. Some helpful young men ran over to see if the middle-aged woman with the shredded tights was able to get up off the ground. (She was.)

The moped’s mirror was catawampus and I had a scraped-up knee, but no more harm was done. Meanwhile, Lanni is flying around Paris on the back of a Harley-Davidson motorcycle with a nuclear physicist when she isn’t dashing around London in her “gold skinny jeans” and impossibly high heels.

I realize it is foolish to compare my life to any other — and especially to compare my life to Lanni’s. With

her international jet-setting and rapid-fire romantic liaisons, she would make nearly any life appear a bit pedestrian. And yet, when I honestly compare Lanni’s life to my own right now, I don’t actually feel jealousy. The emotion that overcomes me is ... re-

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lief.

Yes, I wish I was closer to Daniel. I wish I could see my family more often. I sometimes miss inviting friends over to my house. Alone in a 12 x 17 room with my cat and dog, my life often is a bit dull. I read, I write, the sun goes down, I go to bed. It is a little life.

But it is a life that I created. It did not happen by accident. There is nothing in my life right now that I did not invite in. And that, all by itself, is very satisfying. Because, while I suspect I will never roam the streets of London in skinny gold jeans (and I flat-out hate high heels), I also know that my life will be less austere in the future. It will not always be quite so simple or quite so dull. This time with minimal obligations and hours of quiet has given me a sort of clean slate and I recognize what a rare and unusual opportunity this is.

I have removed all the things that used to demand my time and attention. I have time that is not obligated to anyone, work that is directed toward the things I choose to do, quiet that is not filled with noise or distraction. It is a very dull life – and a precious, precious gift.

And, of course, when I get really and truly bored, I can always check in with Lanni to see what she is up to.

Till next time, —Carrie

Live music and candlelight at the park

ST. CROIX FALLS – Mark your calendars for Candlelight Night at the Park on Saturday, Feb. 9, from 6-9 p.m.

Experience a winter evening by candlelight as hundreds of candles are lit to guide skiers, snowshoers and hikers on separate trails. Ski on the Skyline Cross-Country Ski Trail, snowshoe on the Ojibwa and Homestead Snowshoe Trails. Snowshoes are available for use free of charge for ages 6 and up. Or you can walk beside the St. Croix River. There will be warming fires at the trailheads, and food and refreshments available indoors at the Ice Age Center.

This is an event you won’t want to miss. Mark your calendar today and plan to attend Candlelight Night at the Park on Saturday, Feb. 9.

Interstate Park is located in St. Croix Falls, on Hwy. 35 just a half-mile south of Hwy. 8. The event is free of charge, but a Wisconsin state park sticker is required to enter the park.

Annual passes for 2013 are $25 for Wisconsin residents or $35 for nonresidents. Daily passes are $7 for residents or $10 for nonresidents. For more information about the event call 715-483-3747. - submitted

EasyITGuys selected as the Falls Chamber Business of the Month ST. CROIX FALLS – The Falls Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the selection of EasyITGuys as the February Business of the Month. Established in October of 2010, the company, managed by Chuck Van Duynhoven, provides computer repair and technology solutions at its location at 128 South Washington St. in downtown St. Croix Falls.

Over the past two years, EasyITGuys has grown to eight employees, becoming one of the largest and most popular IT service providers in the area. This milestone was achieved through the support and recommendations of their loyal clientele. All are invited to stop down, meet the team and enjoy a free computer checkup on them. Contact the store by calling 715-483-7055, or visit

of where you want to go but you make a thousand adjustments in the process. Only able to see just I sympathize with the newest so far, it is easy to become anxgeneration entering the workforce. ious when thinking about the Uncertain political and economic final destination but that also is John W. Ingalls, MD times is unsettling enough for what makes it so interesting. those of us who have made a mark Those twists and turns in the in the world but it is doubly so for those just graduating. The educational process is great at developing the road and the detours along the way lead us to so intellectual mindset, but I have always felt it lacks true many unplanned and expected joys that we never would have encountered if we had lived out the borcredibility at preparing one for the actual process of ing path we had planned. working.

My own life is an example. Born during that prosOne of our delightful offspring is struggling with caperous postwar time, I am part of a generation known reer decisions. She isn’t afraid of work and she has a as the baby boomers. The oldest members of this gengood work ethic, but there remains a serious and pereration are now retiring and the youngest members sistent level of anxiety about her entry into the workare just beginning to figure things out. You see, we force. Uncertainty plays a role in this but perhaps we were a free-spirited group of people that changed polihave failed her as well. Many children see their parents as stable and settled as if they had it all together. I tics and the workplace. We grew up during tumultuous times of the Vietnam War, long hair, psychedelic am sure some young people can’t believe their own colors and the Beatles. For many, life wasn’t just drivparents were once awkward teens harboring the same ing in the fog, we lived in the fog. insecurities they now have. After all, haven’t all parMy point being, having our lives planned out just ents always known exactly what they were going to never really occurred to most of us. I planned to get do in life and everything turned out exactly as out of high school and become a mountain man like planned?

Jeremiah Johnson. While making plans to head to the My advice is easy but incredibly difficult to follow. mountains, I ended up joining the U.S. Army as a way Go for a drive on a foggy day. I have often related to to get there. Colorado was my home for three years each of our children that life is actually a bit like drivbut I found that I missed the lakes and woods of ing in the fog. You start out with a general knowledge

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- submitted northern Wisconsin. My wife’s educational efforts then led us to Northern Minnesota where I worked as a restaurant assistant manager. At least that was my title but I actually spent most of my time chopping lettuce and grilling steaks for others.

Going to medical school wasn’t even considered.

Living my life in the fog, I was destined to make many adjustments on my road in life. Never quite satisfied with my status quo, I was forever searching. I was never certain about that for which I was searching but I kept looking anyway. Along the way I cleaned chimneys, cut brush on the roadways, cleaned milk trucks at Burnett Dairy, worked for Johnson Lumber delivering wallboard and shingles, was a traveling bird feeder salesman, insulated chicken houses and attics, and did field work for a farmer. We even had our hand at homesteading where we raised our own vegetables, chickens, ducks, pigs and cattle.

Reflecting back, I am glad I never really had it all figured out. I am happy for all of the young people now considering their future positions in this world. It is comforting to know many of them have it all written down and cast in stone. I am surprised at the turns my life has taken. I went places and did things I would never have considered possible and not because I planned it out. One day I just started driving in the fog and found out that I really enjoyed the ride.

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It is around this time when I start to get sick of winter. I’m sick of driving on slick roads and being extra cautious every time I brake or make a turn. I’m sick of having to pile on the layers every time I have to step outside. I’m sick of having the bottom of my jeans wet from slush and stained with white rings from the oversalted pavements and sidewalks. I’m sick of being cooped up inside. And I’m sick of dark mornings and dark evenings and cloudy days.

It was Sunday morning and I was in the passenger seat as I complained and griped about winter and the cold and how I was growing tired of it all to my boyfriend who just nodded and was probably half tuning me out. “When I get old and retired, I am done with winter for good. I’m getting a home in Florida or Texas and moving there for the whole winter,” I declared, right after a Jeep swerved and fishtailed on the highway right in front of us. “I hate driving in the winter!” To which my boyfriend kindly reminded me that’s why he always drives and I don’t.

But it wasn’t until we picked up his younger sister and we chatted in the car on the way to meet the rest of their fam-

Who has the most power in the classroom: teachers or learners?

Once, when I was doing my student teaching, I created a test for a business communications unit. Now you have to understand that this was in 1993. Back then, word processing was still pretty cool, and the Internet just a novelty.

Also, back then, as far as teaching went, I thought I was pretty hot stuff. I was a young, energetic teacher who still thought he could change the world. So, naturally, I titled the test “The Greatest Business Communication Test Ever” or something just as ridiculous because, in my mind, I was the Muhammad Ali of teaching.

These were seniors at Elk Mound High School. The best and the brightest.

We’d covered the material inside and out, and we’d done it with gusto. It was a fun class. The students loved me—because I was awesome. I expected each of them to knock the test out of the park. Not because it was easy, but because they knew the material and I was the greatest teacher to have ever lived, probably.

Heh …

Anyway, naturally, I thought it was a

ily for brunch that I started to have a little appreciation for the winter wonderland we northerners live in for about six months out of the year. “Were you guys out last night? Did you see the snow?” she asked us. I just plainly said yes, wondering why she was so mesmerized by snow since we’ve seen it half the year, every single year for our whole lives. “My roommates and I went skating last night and at one point we just laid there on the ice and looked up. The snow was so calm and so light; it was like we were inside a giant snow globe.

It was the perfect snowfall.” And suddenly, I realized I was being a crank about the winter and not really being appreciative for what we have.

Her statement reminded me of a memory I have of one winter. I’m not sure how old I was, but I am guessing anywhere between 8 and 10 years old.

My mother’s aunt married a Nigerian man whose name is Babatunde, but

everyone in the family calls him Uncle Babs. I haven’t seen him in a very long time, because they have lived in Nigeria and not Minnesota for quite some time now, but the thing I remember most about him is his big boisterous laugh.

Just his laugh alone could make me smile and laugh with joy.

One of their children, Titi, married a man from Nigeria named Ola. They joined us over Christmas one time and my dad offered to take Ola out ice fishing. He was scared at first about walking on the ice, but once he went on the frozen lake he exclaimed with such joy in his face, “I’m walking on the water!

I’m like Jesus walking on the water!”

And it was that moment that I realized these experiences we can have every winter are so different than someone else’s experiences half a world away.

These experiences we have, someone else in this world may never ever experience in their lifetime. And vice versa as well – his experiences in his lifetime, I may never come to know and feel for myself.

I think so often it is so easy to complain about the situation we are in at the present moment. If we’re not complaining about the winter cold, soon we’ll be complaining about the summer heat.

But when we’re in winter it is so easy to

romanticize the long, sunny summer days and you say to yourself during the coldest negative temperatures, “I promise, I will never complain about the summer heat again!” But, sadly, we always do.

I think what also struck me the most was that we must be appreciative of our experiences. Someone who has never experienced a calm snowfall or ice-skating on a lake or the quiet stillness of winter will never know what that is like, but here you have the opportunity to do that every day right in your backyard if you wanted to and we take it for granted.

My best friend goes to college in Florida, and oftentimes I get so jealous of her Facebook statuses about sunbathing and going to the beach. But she has also shared with me how she misses curling up in a blanket by the fire with a coffee mug in hand, or boot hockey or ice-skating. And I always leave our conversations feeling just a little more appreciative of where I am instead of where I want to be. I think we get so busy looking forward and planning for the future and thinking, “Life will be better in a few more months or years when this or that happens,” that we get lost in what is going on at this very moment in our lives.

pretty great assessment. After I’d given it, and began correcting it, however, I soon realized that Chris Wondra something was terribly wrong: students kept repeating variations of the same wrong answers. It was weird. And they were bombing it.

Like Sherlock Holmes, I dug deeper. Then it hit me. Many of the answers weren’t really wrong!

As it turned out, a lot of the questions I’d developed were vague enough to allow for two (or more) different answers! It all depended on how the question was read and from what source the answer was drawn – lecture notes or the book.

So there I was, 20 tests graded, 20 terrible scores – I’m talking D’s and F’s for students very used to A’s – and me with no clear path out of this mess. I was a little over halfway through grading. The tests were already marked up. Worse

yet, after reading the questions over again, and again, and again, and then reviewing the book and the variety of answers, I was starting to get confused myself!

Still, I couldn’t backtrack now and change all the marks and grades – that would only make me look stupid – thus creating an unsolvable paradox in the students’ minds: How can somebody so brilliant be so stupid?

And yet …

Then I had a brainstorm.

This was a communications class.

We’d studied all kinds of business writing and persuasive methods. So I made a decision. I’d continue to mark them all wrong. Everything I could find. Basically the entire class failed. The looks on their faces when I handed those tests back: priceless.

“Grades are final,” I said. “Unless,” I paused for dramatic effect, “unless you can craft a letter persuading me to change my mind. Be clear, concise, and explain your point of view. Provide ample evidence for your argument. This won’t be easy. But if you can convince me to change your grade, I will.”

The letters had to be professional in tone and style – typed, signed, the whole bit.

It was great.

I tell you I’ve never seen letters so

well crafted. It was a thing of beauty. All the anger, confusion and negative emotional energy gave the letters a sense of urgency and purpose. The assignment gave students a sense of control and power. No longer were they helpless students at the mercy of an all-powerful teacher authority figure. That day, the spotlight shifted from me to them.

Anyway it worked so well that I still use a variation of that assignment today with my eighth-grade students. Don’t want a detention? Explain to me in writing why you don’t deserve one. Think you should have gotten more time to complete that assignment? Convince me in writing.

When it comes to teaching students effective and compelling persuasive writing, over the years, the persuasive letter has been one of the best tools in my toolbox—not only because it’s one of the most authentic assignments I give, but because it puts the power back in the hands of the student. As it turns out, I learned a valuable lesson myself with that test back in 1993. Good teachers understand that real learning is not bestowed upon, but inspired within.

Founder of WeTeachWeLearn.org, Chris Wondra is just another Wisconsin public schoolteacher. Find We Teach We Learn on Facebook and Twitter for daily tips on getting the most out of your brain.

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Wall of honor nominations sought

Taking Back the Promises Miniconference Feb. 9 TAYLORS FALLS, Minn. – A miniconference called Taking Back the Promises will be held Saturday, Feb. 9, from 2:30 to 8 p.m., at the First Baptist Church, 661 West St., in Taylors Falls, Minn. This is a multidenominational event sponsored by Igniter Ministries. It is open to all who would like to come. The conference fee is by donation, and there is no advance registration. Just come.

The miniconference includes two workshops, a sit-down meal and two speakers.

Paul Anderson pastored in Southern

California for 25 years before coming to Minnesota to direct the work of Lutheran Renewal. This fall, he launched a young adult school called The Harvest Project.

He is author of five books. He will speak on “Freedom from Sin: Our New Identity.”

Dan Thorson graduated from Concordia College in Moorhead, Minn., with a degree in religion, classical studies and philosophy. While there, he led a ministry on campus of 150 college students. Thorson is head of Igniter Ministries. He will speak on “The Free Gift of the Holy Spirit: The Normal Christian Life.” If you have questions, please call Connie at 651-465-6534. - submitted

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The five-member committee and its chairperson is comprised of educators, a school board member, business person(s) and community member(s). This committee’s responsibility will be to review the nominations for recognition and to pass on its recommendations to the school board for their final approval.

Nomination forms are available in the district office at the Siren School and on the Siren School’s Web site, Siren.k12.wi.us. The deadline for nominations to be turned into the district office is March 1. Any questions about the wall of honor should be directed to the district office at 715-349-7392. - submitted

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The board feels it is important to recognize the accomplishments of the alumni, employees, citizens and groups/ organizations that live(d) within the school district. Those recognized will have demonstrated or contributed to one or more of the following areas: education, business, human services, government, athletics, military service or fine arts. It is within these parameters that the committee is asking the people of the school dis-

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Hospice patient receives wish through Catch a Dream SPOONER — Regional Hospice of Spooner/ Grantsburg is a special kind of care designed to provide support to people living with a terminal illness.

Hospice is about living life to the fullest. The purpose of the Catch a Dream program is to provide a lasting memory of a loved one that adds quality to their life.

Funding for this program relies on donations and support from the community.

Barb Anderson, a new patient of Regional Hospice, was recently introduced to the Catch a Dream program.

When asked if there was anything she always wanted to do, something that would mean a lot to her, she immediately replied that she would like to, “drive a Sherman Tank.” She explained that her dad drove one in the Marines during World War II, and she always enjoyed the stories that he told her, and these were dear to her heart.

So nurse Anita called Pat, a clinical coordinator, and Pat said she would get right on it. She contacted the Military Vehicle Preservation Group in Spooner, and on Saturday, Dec. 1, Anderson was riding on a Sherman tank. She was not able to drive it, but she experienced something special thanks to community agencies working together to make a dream come true. Eleven-yearold grandson, Joshua, was able to ride with Grandma Barb, and Trevor got to wear the goggles and helmet.

So now they will have lots of stories to share with family and friends.

As a result of this adventure and the photos provided to her, she can pass on a good memory to her children that they can also hold dear to their hearts. Because of the donations provided by many of you and the support of the community, these memories will not be forgotten. For more information about services provided

Riding on a Sherman tank through the Catch a Dream program on Saturday, Dec. 1, are first row (L to R): Tymber, grandson Trevor and Charley. Second row Eve with grandson Devin. Third is Barb Anderson, a new patient of Regional Hospice, with grandson Joshua behind her. — Photo submitted

by Regional Hospice, please contact the SpoonerGrantsburg office at 715-635-9077. — from Regional Hospice

Booster club sponsors dinner, beanbag toss The Frederic Booster Club has a beanbag toss during halftime of their home games, and the closest beanbag to the middle wins a prize. The club is hosting a spaghetti dinner on Thursday, Feb. 7, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. prior to the Frederic Vikings-Luck Cardinals doubleheader and will feature a beanbag toss at halftime of the second game. Shown in the photo (L to R): Jonah Tinman, Mason Gustafson, Trent Kuechenmeister, Tyler Nelson and Hayden Swanson. - Photo submitted

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Compiled by Sue Renno

50 Years ago

A full-page ad invited everyone to the grand opening of the new Sears store in Frederic, with free gifts for everyone, yardsticks for the men and needle packs for the ladies; also door prizes and free coffee and donuts. The publicity worked, as 100 dozen donuts and at least 1,300 cups of coffee were served. Door prize winners were Mrs. N.E. Olson, Siren, who won a stereo; Mrs. Otis Peters, Luck, a radio; and W. J. Benedix, Webster, a coffeemaker.–Polk County Teachers College in Frederic would be one of 22 two-year county colleges for teachers that would be “starved” out of existence by a decision by Gov. John Reynolds to not recommend further funding for them, as, he said, “Most experts agree they should be eliminated,”(in favor of four-year colleges).–George Gullickson, Cushing, took first place in the youth division of the Polk County Soil and Water Conservation speaking contest.–Robert “Ole” Engelhart of Frederic won a $100 savings bond at the Wood Lake ice-fishing contest.–Queen candidates for Grantsburg’s Midwinter Sports Day were Arlyce Swagger, Mary Lou Woodrich, Dinah Marek, Dinah Christian, Mary Solomonson and Karen Benson.–Frederic was at the top of the conference basketball standings, with 10 wins and no losses.–Milton Daeffler showed he was a consistent bowler by rolling three games of 191 each in one night.

40 years ago

Queen contestants for the Luck Winter Carnival were Debbie Anderson, Karla Bille, Cassi Burns, Laurelei Creuzer, Lori Ellefson, Nancy Erickson, Dawn Hansen, Robyn Holdt, Holly Renz and Julie Thompson.–David Krider, rural Frederic, took fourth place at the All-American sled-dog race in Ely, Minn.–Luck was at the top of the conference standings in boys basketball, with a record of 11-0.–Grand prizewinner at the Siren Cub Scouts Pinewood Derby was Eddie Nelson.

Other winners were Jeff Johnson, Dwight Anderson and Keith Highstrom.–Arlene West was named the Betty Crocker Homemaker of Tomorrow at Frederic High School.–The members of Luck Assembly of God Church gave Pastor Arnold Hanson a brand-new Buick LeSabre for his 25 years of service to the parish.–Paul Brandt, the son of former Inter-County Leader editor Romain Brandt, was hired as a reporter for Channel 5, KSTP-TV in the Twin Cities.–There would be a sweetheart dance at Joe’s Crossroads in Siren, with music by the Bill Java Trio, and boxes of candy to be won.–About 40 people gathered at the Clam Falls Tavern to discuss starting a snowmobile club for the Lewis - Clam Falls - Indian Creek area.

Everyone present was in favor, officers were elected and no action was taken on selecting a name for the new club. Ray Domagala was elected president, Gary Sederlund, vice president, and Elnora Root, secretary.–There would be a wedding dance on Feb. 10 for Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Hokanson (Judy Baker) at the Indian Creek Hall, with music by Dickie Durand and his band.

20 years ago

Career and tech ed feeds a growing economy T o our relief, we are beginning to see signs that the national and regional economy is turning the corner, with many sectors showing improvement. However, one persistent paradox we have faced throughout this extended economic downturn is that there have been severe shortages of workers to fill job vacancies in key areas including manufacturing and the health-care industry. The shortage of skilled workers, now known as the skills gap, has hampered the nation’s economic recovery. In fact, the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis indicated recently that the unemployment rate could be reduced by another 2.5 percent if the skills gap were eliminated. However, the skills gap is anticipated to grow as nearly 68 million baby boomers near retirement age and leave the workforce. Is there an antidote to this vexing situation? The simple answer is yes, and it is called Career and Technical Education.

CTE consists of practical and applied instruction aimed at matching students with work positions in business and industry. This pragmatic approach to learning is successful because it connects business and industry workforce needs with educational programming at all levels including the K-12 systems and postsecondary education. It is the ultimate strategy in helping an individual become job ready and career ready. CTE targets the development of foundational skills, core workplace competencies and specific skill attainment in various occupational areas. Internships, practicums, cooperative education, school-based enterprises, dual enrollment programs and apprenticeships are a few

venues that deliver career and technical education by providing meaningful opportunities for learners to apply their academic and technical skills.

Research shows that the majority of Wisconsin jobs require the kind of preparation provided by CTE programs. This need is anticipated to remain high in the upcoming decade for both Wisconsin and the nation.

Therefore, there will continue to be great demand for graduates of CTE programming. CTE programming offers outstanding opportunities to its students in preparing them for an array of exciting and challenging careers.

For those in the workforce that have been dislocated, CTE is a reliable step toward retooling your career skills.

For its part, Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College offers 53 CTE programs spanning a spectrum of exciting career choices. Graduates completing their programming at WITC enjoy high job placement rates, even during difficult economic times, and competitive starting salaries with promising growth potential. Almost all of WITC’s graduates, 98 percent, would recommend WITC to a friend or family member.

February is Career and Technical Education Month. If you want to be job ready and launch or switch to an exciting and rewarding career, you owe it to yourself to check out CTE and WITC. If you are a member of the economic development community, political leader or active member of your school district, you should advocate and support CTE programming. It is a sure-bet strategy toward turning our economic woes around and preparing for the future.

WITC • President Bob Meyer

The E.I.O. Snowriders would host their annual radar run on the Clam Falls Flowage on Feb. 7.–The Luck Winter Carnival would include ice car racing on Big Butternut Lake, a dance at the DBS Hall with music by Pops & NTV and a dance at the high school with music

by Total Eclipse, medallion hunt, cutter and sleigh parade, an alumni basketball tournament and lots more.–Fire destroyed a tractor and damaged a shed at the farm of Dave Wedin in the Town of Trade Lake.–The Frederic Future Homemakers of America sponsored presentations at the high school and middle school by the CLIMB Theatre group and the Greenwood Players.–The engagement of Heidi Funne and Rajin Shah was announced.–Students on the dean’s list at UW-River Falls included Dean Roush, Cushing; Toby Carley, Dawn Edling, Dolf W. Schmidt, David Schneider and Karoline M. White, Frederic; Jill K. Byers, Cheryl Hokanson, Laurie Hokanson and Colleen Roberts, Grantsburg; and Charles J. Hahr, Siren.–Lt. James Prodger, formerly of Frederic, retired after 20 years of active duty in the Navy and was presented with the Navy Commendation Medal and the Commander, Naval Security Group, Meritorious Service Award.–A new restaurant, called Tancy’s, opened in Milltown, owned by Nancy LeMay and Tanjia Gehrman.

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TOWN TALK/COUNTRY CHATTER Some of you may remember me from last summer. My name is Brena and I will be writing this article for the next couple of weeks or so. Originally, my current owners (Mom and Dad) were only supposed to watch me while my original owner (Shane) was deployed three times. Well, Shane just couldn’t bring himself to take me away from Mom and Dad because we all got so attached to each other, so I think I am safe to say that I’m a permanent fixture at their house now. I’m happy here because Dad is retired and spends a lot of time with me, but nobody plays with me like Shane does. I haven’t slowed down a bit, although I’ve recently had some problems with seizures. My favorite season is summer because I love going for boat rides and playing at the sandbar. Not too fond of winter and I don’t waste any time when doing my business outside as I am anxious to get back to the warm house. I think you can all relate to me with the brutally cold weather we’ve been having lately. Mom puts a purple sweater on me before we go out. She says it’s for my own good, but I can’t wait to get it off of me.

She will also carry me across the street because by the time I get to my favorite spot, I’m rotating paws to stand on and look pretty pathetic (according to Mom).

Some events that I have been asked to mention: • Yellow Lake Lodge in Webster is having a meat raffle on Saturday, Feb. 23, at 3 p.m., and all proceeds will be donated to the shelter.

• The HSBC is hosting a dog behavior class on Saturday, March 9, from 10 a.m. to noon. at the Webster High School.

The class is free, but donations are welcome to

Shelter

YAPpenings Brena help offset the cost. For those of you who attended our pet first aid and CPR class last August, you will remember Aimee Mabie, who is back to present the dog behavior class.

My mom is a cat lover. In fact, for Christmas she got business cards that say “Crazy (for) Cats Lady” on them. Sooooooo, I’ve been forced to mention the cats at the shelter first (enticed with a doggie treat). Oh, and almost forgot the most important thing – adult cats can be adopted with a freewill donation instead of the regular $75 fee, extended through the month of February. They won’t turn down the $75, if someone wants to give the regular fee though!

I’ll start with the newest addition to my feline friends at the shelter, Dorian. She is a gray cat with gold eyes. Dorian came in as a stray and I bet she is really happy to be safe and warm. I met her in the office of the shelter and she seems very friendly to humans. In fact, she was splitting her time between two people … spreading her charm. Dorian could benefit by gaining a little weight, but Mom thinks she is a beautiful cat and very friendly too.

Stig is a feisty little fellow that has lots of “spit and vinegar” in him. If you are looking for a cat that

just lounges around looking pretty, Stig does not fit the bill – although Mom says he is a very handsome orange cat. Stig is all boy, playing, running and exploring (and napping too). He is very vocal when you pass by his cage without stopping to say hi. Stig is the cat that holds the current title of being at the shelter the longest. He needs to find a home with someone who doesn’t mind a cat with a little more energy. After all, he is still young and did I mention he is all boy?

OK, now for the dogs! Adoptions have been going much faster with our canine friends at the shelter. We recently had seven adorable shepherd puppies that were spoken for rather quickly. There was also a pair of the most unusual breed in our shelter recently, pug and bull mastiff mix according to the owners who surrendered them. Sam has been adopted, and Mike has an application pending. Mom said they were almost cuter than me, but I find that hard to believe! Sometimes, even though people complete an adoption application, things don’t work out. So, if you go to the shelter Web site and Mike is still there, you must check him out!

Jack Frost is a 6-year-old shepherd mix and is quite the lover. Mom says when she goes in his kennel for a visit and sits on the floor, Jack tries to climb in her lap or put his head under her arm like he is hugging her. Personally, I don’t think he has seen himself in a mirror lately because he is too big to be a lap dog. Mom says he is a really sweet guy who enjoys all visitors, except other dogs. I guess he wants to be an only child if he is adopted. (Between you and me, it sounds like he just wants all the attention.)

Siren news

715-349-2964 Brrr, sure hope everyone managed to stay warm and safe during the deep freeze of last week. My heart goes out to all those who are homeless during the winter months. Let me tell you, this old gal never stuck her nose out the door.

Hubby came in one evening and said he had heard several of the trees in our yard popping. Many years ago I was told by a Native American friend that when we had winters so cold it was known as the winter of the talking trees. There were times on the farm when we actually saw the cracks in the trees from the cold. I was told it happens because of the freezing of the sap and the water in the tree expands too much.

During the cold snap, tree rats hung tight to the south side of the trees, getting as much of the heat

as they could from the little sun we had. It’s surprising how they use their tales to make a capelike cover over their backs to keep warm.

There’s a couple of yearling does that found out there is some food under the bird feeders, they show up every once in awhile, sure miss feeding the deer this year. We had a group of regulars come through in the past, I’m sure most are gone after deer season. Sure hope the feeding ban doesn’t last too long, miss feeding my backyard critters.

Sympathy to the family of Frederick G. Tjarks who passed away Jan. 18.

Don’t forget all you guys and gals, Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. What a special day to make your Valentine feel special.

There’s a Valentine’s Day party coming up this

Bev Beckmark Saturday, Feb. 9, at the Webster Community Center from noon to 3 p.m. Grab your special valentine and head there for a great afternoon. There’s a salad buffet and then sit and play free Bingo. All this fun for just $4. The Webster Lioness sponsors this event.

The Otis Taylor American Legion Post 96 will hold an all-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner on Saturday, Feb. 16, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Webster Community Center. Adults $6, kids 12 to 6 years, $3, and kids under 5 can eat free.

Congratulations to elementary student Logan Emery, middle schooler Bailey Mangen and high schooler Jessica Strabel for being chosen Siren Schools students of the week. Super bunch of students, way to go.

Webster Senior Center It is nice to see the sun even if it is cold. Rather quiet this week with the cold weather and all kinds of bugs going around.

Wii bowling was of course exciting. Pat N. had high individual game and series with 265 and 521 respectively. The Slick 4 had high team game and series with 788 and 1572. That team is on fire. Millie picked up the 5-10 split, Judy the 3-6-7-10, Butch

the 2-7-8 and Curt the 3-7-8. Good job by all.

A small but fun group came to play Dime Bingo.

Kudos to all who braved the cold.

Everyone tells me the indoor flea market/bake sale was a huge success. I, of course, missed it due to this bug that will not go away. Our appreciation to all who rented tables and to those who came out in the cold to shop. We may have another one in the

fall.

Coming events

The senior meeting will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 19, at 1 p.m.; potluck lunch will be held Saturday, Feb. 16 and horse racing will be held Friday, Feb. 22.

See you at the center.

Frederic Senior Center Our weather has stayed pretty nice, and the groundhog did see his shadow, so maybe spring will come early.

The winners for Spades were Marlyce Borchert, Jim Anderson, Arnie Borchert and Doug Harlander.

The winners for 500 were Lorraine Hansen, Arnie Borchert, Lorna Erickson and Ellis Erickson.

Our center is for rent for birthday parties, etc.

Remember that we play Spades Monday at 1 p.m., Dime Bingo Thursday at 1 p.m., 500 Thursday

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Stay warm and think spring. I hope to see you at the center.

Birth announcements Born at St. Luke’s Hospital in Duluth, Minn.

A girl, Paige Elizabeth Fornengo, was born to Chase and Sheli Fornengo at St. Luke’s Hospital in Duluth, Minn., on Jan. 21, 2013. Paige weighed 7 pounds 11.8 ounces and was 20 inches in length.

Maternal grandparents are Allen and Julie Steiner of Webster. Paternal grandparents are Tony and Sheila Fornengo of Danbury. – submitted •••

Born at Osceola Medical Center:

A girl, Skylar Belle Johnson, born Jan. 29, 2013, to Belinda and Travis Johnson, Osceola. Skylar weighed 6 lbs., 1 oz.

••• A girl, Madyson Marie Vitalis, born Jan. 28, 2013, to Stephanie and Joshua Vitalis, Dresser. Madyson weighed 7 lbs., 6 oz.

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Born at Burnett Medical Center

A girl, Morgan Nichole Kennedy, born Feb. 1, 2013, to Dave Kennedy and Jamie Roy, Webster.

Morgan weighed 6 lbs., 13 oz. and was 19 inches long. Morgan has one sibling, Jesse Kennedy.

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Academic news MANKATO, Minn. – The academic high honor and honor lists for the past fall semester at Minnesota State University, Mankato have been announced by Interim Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs Dr. Linda Baer.

Among the 3,090 students listed, a total of 725 students qualified for the high honor list by achieving a 4.0 straight A average, while 2,365 students earned a 3.5 to 3.99 average to qualify for the honor list.

To qualify for academic honors, undergraduate

students must be enrolled for at least 12 credit hours for a grade.

Frederic Ashley Overby, high honor list; Grantsburg Nicole McKenzie, high honor list; Osceola Cierra Tonnar, honor list; Kayla Wistrom, high honor list; and Siren Melanie Chenal, high honor list. - submitted

••• KENOSHA - Carthage College has named outstanding scholars to its dean’s list for academic excellence during the fall semester of 2012.

Dean’s list honors are accorded Carthage students who achieve a 3.5 grade-point average while carrying at least 14 credit hours during a semester.

Students from the local area receiving dean’s list honors include: Amery Ruth Frances Krupa. - submitted•••

Last, but not least, the shelter asked me to tell you a little about how you can help them. Monetary donations are always welcome and sometimes the easiest. However, if you like to shop and don’t mind stopping by with your gifts, you can go on our Web site and click on How You Can Help and then look at the HSBC Wish List to the left of the page. I promise that your donations will be put to good use.

All the staff and volunteers I’ve met at the shelter are good people that love the animals they rescue.

I’m one of the lucky ones. I got adopted when I was just a pup, so I didn’t wander the streets looking for food and shelter. I wasn’t afraid of the dark or strange noises. I always had people who loved me and took care of me. My mom and dad even let me sleep in between them, under the covers. Can’t get any better than that! Not all dogs and cats have a good start to their lives, but you can make the rest of their lives better by adoption or donations.

If you are interested in adopting Dorian, Stig, Mike, Jack Frost or another animal from our shelter, please visit our Web site at hsburnettcty.org or contact the shelter at 715-866-4096.

The Humane Society of Burnett County is a notfor-profit 501(c)(3) organization. We do not receive financial assistance from the county. We rely on donations, membership and fundraising to keep our shelter up and running. Donations of money or supplies are tax-deductible.

The Humane Society of Burnett County is saving lives, one at a time; hsburnettcty.org, 715-8664096, license No. 267335-DS. We’re on Facebook too, why don’t you like us there.

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Lida Nordquist visited Fanny England Thursday.

Donna and Gerry Hines called on Nina and Lawrence Hines Thursday. Friday visitors of Nina and Lawrence were Karen and Hank Mangelsen.

Marlene Swearingen took Lida Nordquist and Donna Hines out for lunch Friday to celebrate Donna being done with her radiation treatments.

Hank and Karen Mangelsen visited Marlene and Bruce Swearingen Saturday morning. They called on Gerry and Donna Hines Sunday.

Lida Nordquist went to Glenwood City Saturday with Jan Schott to watch grandson Caleb Schott play basketball. That night she stayed with Joleen and Richard Funk. While there, she helped Angela Funk celebrate her birthday. Angela is married to Lida’s grandson, Rick Funk.

Kris Fjelstad attended a baby shower brunch Saturday in Eau Claire at the home of her sister, Margie Craemer. Proud parents-to-be are David and Kristine Strassman. David is Kris’ nephew, son of her sister and brother-in-law, Kitty and Jeff Strassman.

Lida Nordquist was a guest of Lawrence and Nina Hines Sunday afternoon and evening.

St. Croix Senior Center Marian Edler Winter is here and we’ve had a variety of weather this past week. Icy roads on Tuesday morning, so I didn’t open the center until about 11 a.m. but over 20 people showed up in the afternoon for games. Ray Nelson, Arnie Borchert and Pat Jensen were the winners in 500. The winning team in Hand and Foot was Erin Mevissen and Marian Edler. Ione White, Steve VanHousten and George Meixner were the winners in Dominos.

Thursday afternoon, Cribbage was played. In the evening, 500 was played with the winners being Bob Norlander, Elroy Petzel and Don Anderson.

Friday morning Bridge was played and Bingo in the afternoon.

Sunday we had pork chop lunch. Gratitude is extended to our chefs, Ron and Elaine Edlund, and all the helpers that made the day a success. There were over 500 meals served. After lunch cards and Dominos were played.

We will have another potluck lunch at 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 10, with cards to follow.

Call the center at 715-483-1901 for an appointment if you need help with your taxes. The reps from AARP will be present to assist you in March.

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Hedberg/Grauvilardell David Hedberg and Sara Grauvilardell are happy to announce their engagement.

David is a 2009 graduate of Forest Lake High School in Forest Lake, Minn., and will graduate in May 2013 from the University of Minnesota with a degree in civil engineering. He is the son of Ron Hedberg of Burnsville, Minn., and Peggy Berg of Vadnais Heights, Minn., and is the grandson of LeRoy and Marlys Hedberg of Cushing and Elsie and the late Palmer Berg of Luck.

Sara is a 2009 graduate of Patrick Henry High School and will graduate in May 2013 from the University of Minnesota with a degree in nursing. She is the daughter of Jorge and Elisa Grauvilardell of Minneapolis, Minn.

A June 21, 2013, wedding is planned in St. Paul, Minn. - Photo submitted

Siren Senior Center Nona Severson We will be having the monthly evening meal on Thursday, Feb. 7. The menu will be roast beef, baked spuds, corn, salad bar and strawberry shortcake. Call 715-349-2845 for reservations.

On Wednesday, Feb. 13, we will be having another potluck. Come for lunch at 11:30 a.m. and stay and play 500 in the afternoon.

I hope you are staying warm on these cold days.

The local schools have been running two-hour-late delays. Some of the schools have even closed due to the weather.

The tax people are coming to the center so call 715-349-2810 to get your appointments set up.

The winners for 500 were Darwin Niles (new player), Darleen Groves, Arvid Pearson, Sue Newberger and Ralph Groves. Spade winners were Tony Rutter, Gerry Vogel, Candace Doriott, Arnie Borchert and Darleen Groves.

The monthly meeting will be at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 19. We celebrate birthdays with coffee and cake.

Stay warm and be careful on the ice – Tuesday we had solid ice and could barely move without sliding.

See you at the center.

Orange

Fran Krause

LaVonne O'Brien

The Harmony HCE Club met at Cedarwood Manor Thursday morning. It had been canceled the week before because of the cold weather we’ve been having this year. The club members were busy making dresses for children from warm countries.

Julie and Mark Freeborn, from River Falls, visited their mother, Marvel Merriam, on Sunday.

Tom and Becky O’Brien visited with LaVonne and Jack O’Brien Tuesday evening.

On Saturday, the newest O’Brien, John William Arthur O’Brien, and his parents, Tim and Vikki, visited Jack and LaVonne O’Brien.

They are from Minneapolis, Minn.

Happy Tails Await Arnell Humane Society of Polk County Ezra is a hummer. He hums a special tune whenever he finds himself in a lap with hands-on attention. His humming tune and happy feet say, “I’m lovin’ it.

That’s the spot, don’t stop.” Ezra is one of four brothers at the shelter. They are 4-1/2 months old and range in color from white and black to mitted tuxedo to orange tabby and white. All are loving, happy, playful and equipped with purring hummers. Together they are more entertaining than a halftime show.

Adopt one or adopt a pair. These brothers are a surefire cure for the winter blues – warm and fuzzy and fun.

Caring for lost and abandoned animals is a testament to the human heart. They are scared, hungry, confused, afraid to trust and they have those big brown eyes that suck you in, make you want to comfort them and make everything all right.

When a stray shows up on your doorstep or is trembling in the ditch, it is human nature to lend a helping hand. You might not be looking for or need a new pet, but there it is; what do you do?

This desire to help animals in need is the very reason humane societies exist.

At Arnell, we do our very best to provide help to animals and pet owners in need.

That need covers many avenues; safety from harm, spay and neuter assistance, behavioral education, pet adoption services as well as a place to find your lost pet.

Arnell Humane Society provides owners with an official central location in Polk County to report or find their lost pet. If the stray animal is brought to the shelter by a town chairman, an officer or a public citizen, we are then able to match the pet with the description of a lost pet in our file or provide a safe, central loca-

News from the service SAN ANTONIO, Texas – Air Force Airman Nicholas B. Otlo graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.

The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness and basic warfare principles and skills.

Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

Otlo is the son of Gary and Judy Otlo of Luck.

He is a 2012 graduate of Luck High School.

tion for the owner to reclaim their pet. If an owner of a lost pet were to call a veterinarian, the sheriff or local officials, all would tell them to check with our humane society. If the pet Ezra is not reclaimed, they are given a second chance to find a loving, adopted family. This is the role and mission of Arnell Memorial Humane Society in Polk County.

The need for a single location for lost pets was never more evident than in two cases last week. A kind family took in an emaciated stray dog they found on the road. They did not contact our humane society or bring it to the shelter. They took the dog into their home, fed it and took care of it as best they could. After two weeks they were unable to find an owner themselves and were unable to keep the dog, and so delivered the lost dog to the Arnell shelter.

Upon entering the shelter, we were able to scan the lost dog for the microchip that produced the name and phone number of his owner. He was tearfully reunited with them the very next day.

Another stray dog entered the shelter

Young Mara Rist, a recently turned 5-yearold, asked her friends to buy items from the Arnell wish list in place of birthday presents for her. – Photos submitted

Borderline News Bob Brewster Services were held for Ruth Schmidt, formerly Ruth Miller, last Friday at the Zion Lutheran Church in Markville, Minn. Ruth (and Wally) used to live in Blaine, on McGraw Lake Road. For many years, Ruth was the ever-friendly checkout lady at Kinblom’s grocery store. For those from the area whose roots go back far enough, Ruth was originally Ruth Nelson, one of the Kingsdale Nelsons.

Mention should have been made last week that Toni and Glen Williamson also attended the big art opening at the Old School Arts Center. In fact, Toni is considering trying to show some of her drawings in the next show.

Twenty-three members and three guests attended

Nature story time at the park ST. CROIX FALLS – Join naturalist Julie Fox at 10 a.m. on Thursdays through March at the Ice Age Center at Wisconsin Interstate Park for a story and activity chosen especially for preschoolers and their parents. Please bring clothing for outdoor play, weather permitting.

Interstate Park is located in St. Croix Falls on Hwy. 35, just a half-mile south of Hwy. 8. Nature story time is free of charge, but a state park sticker is required to enter the park. For more information call Fox at 715-483-3747. - submitted

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after the finder reported that it had been at his residence for the past three weeks.

He had not contacted the shelter or delivered the dog in three weeks’ time. While this dog did not carry a lifesaving microchip, he had been reported as lost at our shelter. We were able to match the dog with the description of a lost dog in our lost-and-found file. He and his caregiver were reunited after a three-week wait of worry.

The Arnell Humane Society is here to help those animals in need and if possible, reunite them with loved ones. It is what we do. Forty-four percent of the stray dogs entering our shelter last year were reclaimed. Our caring and compassionate staff is here to provide a warm place to rest, recover and be discovered by loving owners or new adopted families.

Young Mara Rist, a recently turned 5year-old, asked her friends to buy items from the Arnell wish list in place of birthday presents for her. Mara is a junior kindergartener at Clear Lake Schools.

She delivered her birthday donations to the shelter with a beaming smile. Thank you Mara! Your generosity will help all of the animals at Arnell. Arnell Memorial Humane Society is at 185 Griffin St. East in Amery, phone 715-268-7387, or online at arnellhumane.org.

the recent January meeting of the East Pine County Wanderers. Guests were Elwein Nelson from Cloverdale, and Lisa and Mark Sisterman from Duxbury. Evelyn Johnson from Sandstone, Minn., provided the birthday cake and door prize. Marlene Mishler was the winner of the emergency road kit.

January birthdays were Evelyn Johnson, Leon Berg, Patrice Winfield and Gladys Nelson.

Fran and Dave Baker joined longtime friends Karen and Dave Hampton of Duluth, Minn., for dinner at the Dreamland Supper Club on Sunday. It was good to catch up on everyone’s lives. Fran attended the clothing board meeting of the Seven County Senior Federation in Mora, Minn., on Monday.

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Frederic Public Library It’s our world-renowned bake and book sale There’s something for everyone at the Feb. 14-16 book sale, and we accept donations of gently used books, movies, music CDs and audiobooks until the date of sale.

Homemade goodies of all kinds are also appreciated for the popular bake sale.

Drop off items during library open hours and ask for a receipt for your donations.

This is one of two large fundraiser book sales held at the library each year, and the Friends of the Library appreciate your support.

Will you be seeing Michael Perry?

Wisconsin author Michael Perry will appear at the Frederic High School performance center Thursday, Feb. 21, at 7 p.m., in a free program sponsored by the Friends of Frederic Library. His best-selling memoirs include “Population 485,” “Truck: A Love Story,” “Coop” and “Visiting Tom.” Perry lives with his family in rural Wisconsin, where he serves on the local volunteer fire and rescue service and is an amateur pig farmer. He hosts the nationally syndicated “Tent Show Radio,” performs widely as a humorist and tours with his band the Long Beds. The library has multiple copies of Perry’s books and music available for checkout.

Evening book group choices The Thursday morning book group is on hiatus for the month of February, and the evening book group will meet Thursday, Feb. 14, at 6:30 p.m., to talk about “The Song of Achilles,” by Madeline Miller. This book was postponed from the January meeting. Set during the Trojan War, this is the story of Patroclus, an awkward young prince and companion who follows Achilles into battle. The author chose a minor character from “The Iliad” and expanded upon his story in a novel that has made numerous 2012 book lists.

Copies are available at the library, and new members are always welcome at the book groups.

Computer classes and tech help available The library now offers basic computer classes Wednesdays at 1 p.m. Seats are limited, so please register to assure you a space. Drop-in help also continues as time and staff are available. If you have questions about terminology, Internet, e-

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mail, Facebook, using e-readers or anything else computer-related, ask your friendly librarians for help.

Mark your calendars for these upcoming events Suz Byerly Thomson took the climb of her life up Mount Kilimanjaro in July 2011 with 28 individuals, including 10 with multiple sclerosis and four with Parkinson’s disease. A graduate of Frederic High School, she became a climber companion in a group of determined people who ascended the mountain to raise awareness for multiple sclerosis and Parkinson’s. Come hear Thomson’s uplifting story on Saturday, March 16, at 10 a.m., at St. Luke Methodist Church, and learn more about her journey, which is detailed in the book “Leap of Faith.” Jerry Apps, born and raised on a Wisconsin farm, is the author of more than 30 books, many of them on rural history and country life. Apps will be coming to Frederic Tuesday, April 16, at 2 p.m., for a program based on “Rural Wit and Wisdom,” one of his books. Apps was here in 2006 and was a crowd favorite. If you have memories of growing up in a slower time, you will certainly enjoy this program Story time every Wednesday morning We offer story time for preschoolers and their caregivers each Wednesday morning at 10:30 a.m. with books and music and activities. Come and be part of the energy.

Don’t forget to help your neighbors The library is a collection site for milk caps, food product labels and small empty ink cartridges for Frederic school projects, eyeglasses for the Lions, and grocery items for the local food shelf. Be sure to include some of these items in your book bag when you visit the library.

How to know what we know Find us on Facebook at Frederic Public Library. The Web site is fredericlibrary.org. E-mail us at library@ fredericlibrary.org. Frederic Public Library, 127 Oak St. W., 715-327-4979. Library hours are Monday through Friday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Story time for preschoolers is held every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m.

Centuria Public Library New books New, best-selling novels are arriving every week at the Centuria Public Library.

Visit the library and browse the new-release bookshelves to find something that will meet your reading interests. New children’s materials have been recently added. There are great stories about animals, friends and fun available to read to the very young. New DVDs have been added for 2013.

New periodicals The library has just added several new periodicals to their collection, and they are arriving. If you are interested in things around the great state of Wisconsin, you will enjoy the periodical titled Our Wisconsin. This magazine features articles about things to see in Wisconsin, farming, gardening and things of the past in our state. Exciting recipes are published in this magazine that are from folks that live, work and recreate in this great state. Another new addition to the collection is Hobby Farm Home. This maga-

zine features articles that apply to the small hobby farm enthusiast. Articles range from gardening, cooking, crafting and the care of animals on a small farm setting. Many earth-friendly tips are offered for successful experiences when living on a hobby farm.

Tax forms The library has received all of the Wisconsin state tax forms that are going to be available for public use. The federal forms are coming in very slowly. The library staff is available to assist patrons in downloading their needed forms from the IRS Web site.

Hours Monday, noon – 5 p.m.; Tuesday, noon – 7 p.m.; Wednesday, noon – 5 p.m.; Thursday, noon – 7 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. – noon. Contact information: 715-646-2630, centuriapl@ifls.lib.wi.us or centurialibrary.org.

Are You Looking For An Insured And Honest Handyman? Rob Stellrecht Offers Experienced Home, Yard And Repair Services Such As: - Doors - And Many - Soffit/Fascia Other - Decks Odd Jobs - Yard Cleanup - References - Recycling Available

Contact: Rob Stellrecht, 715-689-2566

Create and Connect This program is held every Tuesday at 6 p.m. and is an all-ages art and social night. A great night for the whole family to choose stories together, to exercise creative energies and to maybe even hear a story or two.

Adult winter reading program began Jan. 2 Adults can register at the library and earn prizes for reading all winter long.

Stop by the library to pick up a calendar, visit our Web site or call for details.

Upcoming events Discover and explore Spanish The first Thursday of each month February through May at 5:45 p.m. come and explore the Spanish language and culture through an interactive program including reading, music, art and food. Learn how to say basic greetings, colors, numbers, shapes and animals in Spanish. Program geared toward ages 3-plus. Adults welcome.

Valentine’s craft-making extravaganza The Valentine’s craft-making extravaganza will be held on Saturday, Feb. 9, noon – 1 p.m. Manufacture a lovely greeting for your love. Valentine craft supplies will be available. Children should be accompanied by an adult.

Antique appraisals with Mark Morgan Antique appraisals will begin on Sunday, Feb. 10, at 1 p.m. Moran will tour the Milltown History Center. Open to the public, join us to see what treasures Milltown holds. At 2 p.m., appraisals begin at the library. Reserve a spot for appraisal by contacting the library. This program is

brought to you by Milltown History Center and the Friends of the Milltown Public Library.

Did you know?

Besides the myriad of books in all genres and reading levels, the library also has oodles of movies, books on audio and even e-books and e-audiobooks. Check out our upcoming programming and join our virtual mailing list anytime at milltownpubliclibrary.org or stop in to browse the collections. You can also find the Milltown Public Library on Facebook and Twitter.

Join the Friends of the Library The next meeting will be held on Thursday, Feb. 14, at 6:30 p.m. Anyone can be a member and can help in many ways.

Building project Representatives from the architects, HGA, the library board and building committee will be hosting two information sessions on Tuesday, Feb. 12, one at 1 p.m. and the other 6 p.m., at the Milltown Community Center. These visioning sessions are intended to gather community input about possible features and design ideas for the library building project.

This input builds upon information collected at the 2012 focus group meetings and will be used by HGA and the library board, staff and building committee to help develop potential designs for the library. After collecting community input, the design team and library building committee will work collectively to provide a long-term, cost-effective solution for the library that respects the available funding for the project. Further information regarding the progress of the project will be provided at appropriate intervals throughout the duration of the project.

Hours and information Phone: 715-825-2313, open Monday through Thursday 10 a.m - 7 p.m., Friday 10 a.m - 5 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

E-mail milltownpl@milltownpubliclibrary.org. Fresh coffee and fast Wi-Fi are served every day.

UW-Extension offers grain-marketing workshop Winning the Game program simulates real-life marketing decisions POLK COUNTY – To help farmers put together a winning grain-marketing game plan, the UW-Extension will present Winning the Game: Launch Your Preharvest Marketing Plan. This half-day workshop is filled with practical, easy-to-execute advice to help farmers secure a good average price for their crop.

The workshop is scheduled for Friday, Feb. 15, at Bremer Bank in Amery from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lunch and materials are included with a registration fee of $10.

Checks should be made payable to UWExtension. Registration includes materials, lunch and refreshments.

UW-Extension County agriculture agents and grain marketing specialist Brenda Boetel will present this workshop that simulates real-life grain-marketing decisions, enabling farmers to practice marketing without the risk of losing actual money. During the program, participants put their marketing skills to work, making grain-marketing

You’re invited to attend

LENTEN SERVICES Beginning Ash Wednesday, Feb. 13, at 7 P.M., and every Wednesday evening thereafter until Easter.

Our worship theme will be the “I AM” statements of Jesus.

Join us for friendly fellowship and faithful worship.

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Morning story time Morning story time is held every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. Join the group for a half hour of stories, singing and fun. Designed for toddlers and preschool-age youth.

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Computer basics Open lab for beginners is available on Mondays at 1 and 2 p.m. Sign up for an hour-long session at the circulation desk or call 715-825-2313.

decisions based on actual market information.

In Winning the Game: Launch Your Preharvest Marketing Plan, participants review an actual marketing plan, exploring how target dates and target prices can help producers more consistently secure a good average price for their crop.

Through the game in this workshop, farmers get a feel for how a marketing plan can work and react to real-life market fluctuations.

“Farmers go to great lengths developing production plans for their crops, but they rarely plan how to get a good price for the resulting grain,” Katie Wantoch, Dunn County UW-Extension agriculture agent notes. “In this workshop, we give farmers an opportunity to develop a marketing plan and practice its implementation, using actual daily market prices.”

The workshop is jointly sponsored by Bremer Bank in cooperation with the University of Wisconsin Extension. Please contact the Polk County UW-Extension office to register. - submitted

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Cutting blocks for the Luck ice castle A day on Big Butternut Lake

by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer LUCK – Eight in the morning on a subzero Saturday, a crew gathers on Big Butternut to cut the ice blocks for the Luck ice castle. Lake ice was once a big business.

Today, cutting blocks of ice is a special skill. A dedicated group of Luck volunteers made it happen and by the end of the day last Saturday, Feb. 2, the blocks of ice were out of the lake and the castle was complete.

The task involved cutting 100 4X4 blocks of ice, dividing them into 200 2 X 4 blocks, 18 inches high, and delivering the blocks to the end of Main Street where the palace was built. Some 30 volunteers were involved in the daylong project.

A stretch of ice between the landing and the swim beach had been cleared before the first five workers, Greg Bowman, Mike Broten, Scott Leveen, Eric Olson and Neil Peterson, showed up after an earlymorning breakfast at Jenell’s Main Dish.

Peterson had constructed the ice cutter, a Husqvarna chain saw mounted on a wooden sled.

Four long blue lines were marked on the ice with carpenter’s chalk and the cutting began. The first long cuts were completed, the first crosscuts were made, and the first block was wrestled from the lake, using an ice tong and manual labor. The site was ready for production.

The main crew arrived about nine and set up for a day’s work. The cutting “factory” included a hoist adapted by Mike Musial from the machine he uses to lift shingles for roofing jobs. The cut blocks were floated down a channel to the hoist, lifted and placed on the “assembly line,” a wooden rack. The ice blocks, four feet by

Early morning Saturday, Feb. 2, on Big Butternut Lake in Luck. – Photos by Gregg Westigard The ice saw built by Neil Peterson, a Husqvarna chain saw mounted on a wooden sled. two foot by four foot building blocks. The blocks were slid along and further cut to size when a horizontal cut with another chain saw removed the top, snow-covered layer of ice from the blocks. The finished blocks, two feet by four feet by 18 inches, were slid onto truck trailers and delivered to the ice castle construction site.

By late afternoon, the blocks had been cut and removed, leaving an opening in the lake which looked like a long swimming pool, unheated. By evening that pool was freezing over and the castle was complete.

Topping the blocks off with a chain saw on the “assembly line.” four feet when cut from the lake, were cut in half vertically with a chain saw to make

Neil Peterson and crew cutting the ice.

Lifting a block by machine is easier than hoisting it out by hand.

By the end of the day, a long opening had been created on Big Butternut Lake.

The Luck ice castle on the north end of town is complete.

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Winter Fest

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From drag racing to frozen fowl ice bowling (photo below) to redneck sumo wrestling on ice (photo at right), the Balsam Lake 2013 Winter Fest offered a variety of family-oriented events out on the ice of Balsam Lake this past Saturday, Feb. 2. People braved the frigid temperature to take part in the day. - Photos courtesy Now and Then Photography (nowandthenphotography.net)

RIGHT: Volunteers stood at the ready outside a cook tent on the ice at Balsam Lake last Saturday, Feb. 2, anticipating the lineup of customers from the audience at the drag races and other activities at the Balsam Lake Winter Fest. - Photo by Gary King

4-H Winter Leadership Camp held in Delta BURNETT COUNTY – Forty youth from seven counties, including Burnett, attended 4-H Winter Leadership Camp on Jan. 18 – 20 in Delta. Olivia Kopecky represented Burnett County’s Orange 4-H Club with Lucas and Emily Stiemann attending from the Wood Creek 4-H Club. Activities included staffand youth-led sessions on leadership development,

camp songs, budgeting, financial awareness, crafts such as seed art, sharpie tie-dying and duct tape creations, and lots of outdoor activities like broom ball, hiking and tubing. The youth stayed in heated cabins and enjoyed indoor campfires this year due to the extreme cold. - submitted

Shown (L to R): Olivia Kopecky, Lucas Stiemann and Emily Stiemann were 4-H Winter Camp Burnett County attendees in Delta Jan. 18-20.

LEFT: 4-H Winter Camp kids from Douglas, Rusk, Washburn, Burnett, Ashland, Bayfield and Price counties connected innertubes for group tubing at a leadership camp. – Photos submitted

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Kohl’s Cares® Scholarship Program accepting nominations Feb. 1– March 15 for outstanding young volunteers Kohl’s is honoring youth, ages 6 to 18, who have made a positive impact on their communities MENOMONEE FALLS – The Kohl’s Department Stores Kohl’s Cares® Scholarship Program will award more than $425,000 in scholarships and prizes this year. Ranging from $50 Kohl’s gift cards to $10,000 scholarships, more than 2,300 young volunteers who have made a positive impact on their communities will be selected. Nominations for kids ages 6 to 18 will be accepted Feb. 1 – March 15 at kohlskids.com.

To nominate volunteers ages 6 to 18 for a Kohl’s Cares scholarship, visit kohlskids.com. Nominations are accepted Feb. 1 through March 15, and nominators must be 21 years or older. Two nominees from each of the more than 1,100 Kohl’s

stores nationwide will win a $50 Kohl’s gift card, and more than 200 will win regional scholarships worth $1,000 toward postsecondary education. Ten national winners will be awarded a total of $10,000 in scholarships for postsecondary education, and Kohl’s will donate $1,000 to a nonprofit organization on each national winner’s behalf.

Since the Kohl’s Cares Scholarship Program began in 2001, Kohl’s has recognized more than 17,000 kids with more than $3.4 million in scholarships and prizes. In 2013, Kohl’s celebrates its 13th year of rewarding young volunteers.

Below are just a couple of examples of the outstanding youth recognized during last year's program.

In 2012, Kohl’s honored national winner Brianna Moore, 15, from Detroit, Mich., who collected, decorated and delivered food baskets that fed more than 400 families in her community, along with collecting and providing hats and gloves for

approximately 320 local schoolchildren to keep them warm during the harsh Detroit winter. Regional winner Mackenzie Bearup, 18, was recognized for founding Sheltering Books, Inc., an organization that has collected and donated more than 100,000 books to children in homeless shelters in 35 states and to underprivileged schoolchildren in the Dominican Republic and Jamaica.

The Kohl’s Cares® Scholarship Program is part of Kohl’s Cares®, Kohl’s philanthropic program focused on improving the lives of children. Kohl’s Cares® benefits children’s health and education initiatives nationwide through its merchandise program, featuring special books and plush toys where 100 percent of net profit benefits children’s initiatives; fundraising gift cards for schools and youth serving organizations and the Associates in Action associate volunteer program. For more information or a list of past Kohl’s Cares Scholarship Program winners, visit

kohlskids.com.

About Kohl’s Department Stores Based in Menomonee Falls, Kohl’s is a family-focused, value-oriented specialty department store offering moderately priced, exclusive and national-brand apparel, shoes, accessories, beauty and home products. With a commitment to environmental leadership, Kohl’s operates 1,146 stores in 49 states. In support of the communities it serves, Kohl’s has raised more than $208 million for children’s initiatives nationwide through its Kohl’s Cares® cause merchandise program, which operates under Kohl’s Cares, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Kohl’s Department Stores, Inc. For a list of store locations and information, or for the added convenience of shopping online, visit Kohls.com, or join the discussion on Facebook at facebook.com/kohls or Twitter at twitter.com/Kohls. - submitted

Unity honor roll Honor roll Freshmen

Danielle Ahlm, Roen Aronson, Logan Bader, Amber Ellsworth, Gabrielle Foeller, Cole Garvey, Joshua Gorne, Allison Gross, Nathan Heimstead, Olivia Jensen, Derek Johnson, Walter Lenk, Brady Lowe, Karlie Moening, Emma Moore, Brett Nelson, Kyle Paulson, Matthew Peterson, Marcus Qualle, Whitney Rock, Emerson Rollings-Dehaven, Raelin Sorensen, Wyatt Stenberg, Freyja Vander Paardt and Elijah Vos Benkowski.

Sophomores

Mikayla Allison, Tevin Anderson, William Anderson, Sabrina Bratland, Briana Colbert, Joshua Grams, Ashlee Hoffman, Beth Johnson, Tatum Kline,

Jordan Lowe, Eryn Mares, Olivia Nelson, Amon O’Connor, Leslie Peterson, Dylan Ruck, Ben Traynor and Zoe Vondrasek.

Juniors

Therese Anderson, Kayla Bramsen, Olivia Coen, Courtney Galle, Rebecca Garvey, Caleb Hacker, Cash Hickethier, Cassandra Hughes, Carly Ince, Zachary Johnson, Neil Kline, Mitchell Krueger, Lillian Lenk, Ella Luepke, Danielle Mares, Heidi McCurdy, Kennedy Olson, Ashley Ouellette, Sophie Peterson, Oliver Raboin, Madeline Ramich, Desiree Walton and Dakota Ward.

Seniors

stead, Kayla Johnson, Kelsy Johnson, Megan Jones, Michael Jones, Shauna Jorgenson, Mercedes Kobs, Aaron Koshatka, Brittany Kruse, Jonathan Larsen, Dawn Michaelson, Shay Nelson, Esther O’Connor, Marissa Paulzine, Jacob Ruck, Colton Sorensen, Kyle Sorensen, Ethan St. Amand, Benjamin Zahler and Kaina Zygowicz.

Honorable mention Freshmen

Velincya Andrade, Joel Dix, Alexandra Kreft, Shelby Krueger-Murphy, Markus Linski, Ryhley Mattison, Mitchell Morse, Erika Priebe and Markell Ramich.

Alisha Aronson, Sarah Bader, Kourtney Collins, Anna Ebensperger, Taylor Heathman, Kasey Heim-

Sophomores

Tanner Amrhien, Hunter Fjorden, Sabrina Flodin, Paige Lunsmann, Lakesha Merrill-Fowler, Nicole Paulzine and Bailey Soper.

Juniors

Ashley Ackerman, Alex Burton, Kaitlyn Collins, Emily Gross, Carly Holin, Alex Juleen, Bradley Knutson, Ella Luepke, Kelly Radke and Eric Smith.

Seniors

Justin Aronson, Nicole Bailles, Scott Bever, Elaine Butala, Mitchell Egge, Morgan Hoehne, Katie Jensen, Paige Jones, Austina Lennartson, Anna Luepke, Renae McKenzie, Justin Mooney, Justin Moore, Stephanie Stivers and Megan Volgren.

Siren honor roll A honor roll Seventh grade

Sophomores

Homesky, Benjamin Kopecky, Garrett Lewin, Dugan Mattson, Logan Meagher, Leigha Priske-Olson, Sarah Shaffer and Mandy Trenter.

Harriet Koball and Hope Peterson.

Amanda Close, Dolan Highstrom, Noah Koball, Abby Kosloski, Benjamin Lemieux, Amy Stanford and Austin Tinman.

Juniors

Eighth grade

Seniors

Riley Anderson, Patricia Close, Kayla Eideh, Seth Guertin, Bailey Mangen, Haley Peterson, Kaylin Ritchey and MaKayla Staples.

Freshmen

Caitlynn Daniels, Aubriannah Larson, Hannah Skold, Elizabeth Stanford and Emily Stiemann.

Sarah Baldauf, Devan Pavlicek and Lucas Stiemann.

Elizabeth Brown, Brittany Coulter, Raven Emery, Mackenzie Erickson, Matthew Larson, Dennis Livingston and Mathew Wampfler.

B honor roll Seventh grade

Tyler Anton, Chelsea Brown, Eric Bruss, Michelle

Eighth grade

Desirae Doan, Natasha Dugger, Abby Good, Tanner Lee, Max Lindquist, Brady Mangen, Heather Struck, Bayzhia Taylor and Autumn Tinman.

Freshmen

Keenan Cook, Christopher Jones, Aaron Ruud and Alexandra Webster.

Sophomores

Nathan Fox Martin, Mercedes Moody and Kristy Nyman.

Juniors

Mackenzie Brown, Austin Bruss, John D’Jock, Carly Good, Trishia Harrison, Whitney KrogstadYambrick, Shelby O’Brien, Marina Shokel and Jessica Strabel.

Seniors

William Barr III, Kyaisha Kettula, Joshua Lemieux, Trevor Tomczak, Samuel Vasatka and Hunter Wikstrom.

Zoe Emery, Bryce Highstrom, Emily Howe,

WHAT’S FOR LUNCH???

LOCATION

Menu

FREDERIC

FEBRUARY 11 - FEBRUARY 15

MONDAY

TUESDAY

BREAKFAST Bagel pizza.

LUNCH California burger, french fries, fresh fruit OR tuna salad.

BREAKFAST

Combo bar.

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

WEDNESDAY dip,

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

BREAKFAST Omelet/biscuit.

LUNCH Chili, Fritos, raw veggies, dip OR ham salad.

BREAKFAST Uncrustable.

LUNCH Chicken nuggets, tritaters, raw veggies, dip, heart cookie OR chickentaco salad.

NO SCHOOL

LUNCH Popcorn chicken, rice pilaf, mini pretzels, vegetable medley, fresh pear, fresh fruit.

LUNCH Hamburger with fixings, potato wedges, baked beans, sliced peaches, fresh fruit.

LUNCH Cheese pizza, vegetable salad bar, corn, fresh fruit.

LUNCH Pizza casserole, Bosco stick, salad, peas, cake with topping, mandarin oranges.

BREAKFAST French toast sticks.

LUNCH Entrees: Choose 1 - Meatballs & gravy, mashed potatoes OR PBJ Uncrustable, steamed corn, salad greens, peach sauce, apple.

BREAKFAST Yogurt parfait.

LUNCH Entrees: Choose 1 - Rice bowl, chicken teriyaki strips, egg roll OR yogurt, bread stick, split peas, salad, pineapple sauce, melon.

BREAKFAST Breakfast pizza.

LUNCH Entrees: Choose 1 - Mr. Carley’s 6th-Grade Class Menu: Chicken patty on a bun OR PBJ Uncrustable, tater tots, steamed carrots, applesauce, grapes.

BREAKFAST Blueberry muffin.

LUNCH Entrees: Choose 1 - Sausage and cheese pizza OR ham/cheese on a bun, steamed broccoli, salad greens, pineapple sauce, banana.

SIREN

BREAKFAST Assorted cereal and toast, juice and milk.

LUNCH Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, dinner roll, corn, salad, peaches, fresh fruit. Alt.: Popcorn chicken bowl.

BREAKFAST Cheese omelet and toast, juice and milk.

LUNCH Mini corn dog, seasoned whole-grain pasta, steamed broccoli, assorted veggies, fresh fruit, pears. Alt.: Burrito bowl.

BREAKFAST Assorted cereal and toast, juice and milk.

LUNCH Spaghetti whole-grain pasta, garlic bread, green beans, lettuce salad, assorted veggies, tropical fruit blend, fresh fruit. Alt.: Wrap.

BREAKFAST Pancake & sausage on a stick, juice and milk.

LUNCH Grilled chicken patty on whole-grain bun, parsley potatoes, steamed peas, coleslaw, veggies, applesauce, fresh fruit. Alt.: Lasagna.

BREAKFAST Assorted cereal and toast, juice and milk.

LUNCH Cheese pizza with whole-grain crust, assorted veggies, corn, Romaine & spinach salad, peaches, fresh fruit.

Alt.: Cook’s choice.

ST. CROIX FALLS

BREAKFAST Cereal bar and 1 slice of toast.

LUNCH California burger, potato salad, green beans, strawberries. Alt.: Turkey sandwich.

BREAKFAST Waffles with fruit.

LUNCH Chicken nuggets, macaroni and cheese, peas, cinnamon apples.

BREAKFAST Scrambled eggs and toast.

LUNCH Baked potato bar, ham, turkey and cheese sauce, broccoli, peaches.

Alt.: Chicken patty.

BREAKFAST Cheese omelet and toast.

LUNCH Ham & cheese, french fries, baked beans, pineapple. Alt.: Pizza burger.

BREAKFAST Egg, ham and cheese muffin.

Pretzel with cheese.

LUNCH Pepperoni pizza, lettuce salad, corn, peaches. oranges.

Alt.: Ham and cheese, mandarin Alt.: tuna sandWisconsin cheese wich, chicken wild soup. rice soup.

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BREAKFAST Breakfast pizza.

LUNCH Ham and potato au gratin, wholegrain dinner roll, veggies, fruit and milk.

BREAKFAST Whole-grain muffins.

LUNCH Hamburger, bun, potato rounds, veggies, fruit and milk.

BREAKFAST Belgian waffles.

LUNCH Pizza dippers, sauce, green beans OR yogurt, bread, veggies, fruit and milk.

BREAKFAST Egg, sausage and cheese McMuffin.

LUNCH Taco in a bag, roasted chick peas, veggies, fruit and milk.

BREAKFAST Mini pancakes.

LUNCH Barbecues, bun OR PBJ Uncrustable, baked beans, chips, veggies, fruit and milk.

LUNCH Chili, salad, corn meal muffin with honey butter, pears.

LUNCH Chicken fillet, whole-wheat bun, baked beans, carrots OR ground beef Spanish rice, whole-wheat bread stick, pineapple.

LUNCH Cook’s choice OR grilled cheese, tomato soup, salad, applesauce.

LUNCH Hot dogs, baked beans, cooked spinach, peaches.

LUNCH Pizza dippers, marinara sauce, broccoli, carrots, fresh fruit.

GRANTSBURG Each building will have their own breakfast menu.

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CHURCH NEWS

Wayne Austin Greenlee

New assistant pastor for New Hope

by Wayne Anderson Special to the Leader GRANTSBURG - By a super majority vote last Sunday, Feb. 3, the congregation of New Hope Lutheran Church put in their annual budget a salary for a new assistant pastor.

The new assistant pastor will assist in children’s ministry and evangelism to the unchurched areawide.

The congregation held its annual congregational business meeting after the regular service on Sunday, led by Terry Swenson, council president. After discussion concluded, the show of hands revealed overwhelming support to hire an assistant pastor “to promote youth ministry and outreach to the community.”

The search for a new assistant pastor will commence immediately with specific credentials in mind.

“Our first desire would be that the person Grantsburg twins Amber and Alexis Wedin read the Sunday Scriptures with loves the Lord,” said Dr. Emory Johnson, Dr. Emory Johnson at New Hope Lutheran. The children’s prayers and participastor of New Hope. The church is also pation played a significant role in the church’s decision to hire an assistant looking for a “recent graduate from a con- pastor for the youth and community. - Photo by Wayne Anderson servative seminar, who would focus on growing steadily, which has caused a substantial expanyouth and an outreach program.”

All candidates will be interviewed and approved by sion project in their present facility owned by Mark Harthe pastor and subsequently approved by the council and mon. This growth in size and families has sparked the action to add a new pastor for those young families in congregation.

New Hope is an independent Lutheran church, located need.

For more information on New Hope and the assistantalong Hwy. 70. It started three years ago and has been pastor position, call 715-463-5700.

Baptism at Luck Lutheran Pastor Ralph Thompson of Luck Lutheran Church baptized Reghan Lynn Broten on Sunday, Jan. 13. Reghan’s parents are Adam and Kari Broten, and her sponsors are Joshua and Jennifer Hetfeld. - Photo submitted

Times in which we live ST. CROIX FALLS – A group will meet at the library for nondenominational Bible teaching on prophetic end-time events.

The group will meet on Sunday, Feb. 17, at 6:30 p.m. and watch the DVD “Wide is the Gate – The Emerging New Christianity,” Volume 2, by Caryl Matrisciana.

The group meets the first and third Sundays of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the St. Croix Falls Public Library meeting room.

Questions can be sent to Steve Kinzer at cen53926@centurytel.net or call Dwayne Rasmussen, 715-755-3473, Mark Hatella, 715-268-9037, or David Nelson, 715-472-8180. - submitted

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Wayne Austin Greenlee, 88, Amery, died on Feb. 2, 2013.

He was born in St. Paul, Minn., on Sept. 9, 1924, to Ralph Austin Greenlee and Grace Fisk. He graduated from St. Croix Falls High School and studied agriculture for two years at River Falls State College.

He lived with his maternal grandparents, Oscar and Caroline Fisk, for nine years after which he lived with his paternal grandparents, Frank and Mary Alice Greenlee.

After high school graduation, he enlisted in the Army during WWII, serving as a medic in the 37th Division of Ohio, 145th battalion, in New Guinea and other Pacific Islands before participating in the Battle of Manila in the Philippines. He was seriously wounded there and received the Purple Heart for his service.

He was united in marriage to Ramona Rogers on Sept.

27, 1947, from which four children were born. They later divorced. After marriage, they ventured to Fairbanks, Alaska, for a year. Upon return to Wisconsin, Wayne worked in truck stop management at locations including Jay’s in St. Croix Falls. After seven years, he bought a few acres near the intersection of Hwys. 8 and 35 and Wayne’s station and café emerged on the site.

In 1970, Wayne became involved in National Association of Truck Stop Operators. Since NATSO did not have a separate restaurant division, he took the lead and started one, serving as director for a few years. He was involved in restaurant ownership for many years: Wayne’s Cafes in St. Croix Falls and Amery, Pine City, Minn., and general manager at the Bobber Auto Truck Stop in Boonville, Mo. Wayne met Linda Lee, and they have been partners over 35 years. They shared their lives with a lovely view of the horses, hills and birds from their home in Amery.

Wayne was a 50-plus-year member of the barbershop Indianhead Chorus, his irrepressible love of singing forced him to break out into harmony whenever the music presented. As a member of a chorus or quartet in Polk County and Boonville, Mo., his singing was pure joy to him.

He was a Mason and a member of the American Legion.

A major driving force in his life was his strong ties to sobriety and AA. After treatment, he committed his life to helping others struggling with alcoholism. He founded the Indianhead Council on Alcoholism and Other Drugs. His family heard from many whose lives he helped save by supporting them in their sobriety journey.

Wayne was preceded in death by his mother, Grace Fisk (Greenlee) Steinhibel; father, Ralph Greenlee; half siblings, Robert Steinhibel and June Glancy; and former wife, Ramona Rogers Greenlee.

He is survived by his children, Rebecca Greenlee (Donal Kaehler), Holly Derrick (Steven), Frank Greenlee (Martha Gustafson) and John Greenlee (Ruth Heim). He also is survived by grandchildren, Aisha Reed and Auden Kaehler, Adam, Anthony and Benjamin Derrick, Miriah Greenlee, Nicole Hood, Amanda Greenlee and Heather Gillen, and Jacob, Jack and Alicha Greenlee, and Matthew Bibeau; 12 great-grandchildren and many other relatives and friends.

A visitation will take place Thursday, Feb. 7, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Williamson-White Funeral Home, 222 Harriman Ave. N. in Amery, as well as one hour prior to the service at church. Funeral services will take place on Friday, Feb. 8, at 11 a.m. at the Congregational Church, 201 Harriman Ave. N. in Amery. Interment at St. Croix Falls Cemetery will occur in the spring. Memorials in care of Williamson-White Funeral Home in Amery are suggested to Lamar School or First Presbyterian Church in St. Croix Falls with projector in the memo line. To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute visit williamsonwhite.com.

The Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Amery were entrusted with arrangements.

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Evelyn G. Lund, 94, of St. Croix Falls, died Sunday, Feb. 3, at her home.

Evelyn was born May 9, 1918, in St. Croix Falls to Mabel and Elmer Wassberg. She graduated from St. Croix Falls High School and Polk County Normal School. She taught at several one-room schoolhouses in the area.

On June 15, 1946, she married Donald L. Lund. In her free time, she enjoyed flower gardening, crocheting, needle work and baking buns.

Evelyn was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Donald; and sister and brother-in-law, Pearl (Rodney) Pagh. She is survived by her sons, Steven of Naples, Fla., and Kevin (Mary) of Andover, Minn.; niece Kim (Roger) Schipper of Houlton; grandchildren, Brian, Gregg, Sarah, David and Lauren Lund; and three great-grandchildren.

Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, Feb. 8, at Bethesda Lutheran Church, rural Dresser. Private interment will be in the Bethesda Cemetery in the spring.

The Grandstrand Funeral Home – Edling Chapel, St. Croix Falls, was entrusted with arrangements. grandstrandfh.com.

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Shirley M. Gipford Shirley M. Gipford, 83, Spooner, formerly of Ellsworth, died Jan. 28, 2013.

Shirley was a bank teller for M & I Bank in Ellsworth for 30 years. After retiring, she and her husband, Bud, moved to Siren, where they enjoyed hunting and fishing.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Katherine, Florence, Bernadette and Della; and brother, Richard.

She is survived by her husband, Bud; and her brother, Harold (Darlene) Kruse.

A committal service will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 6, at 1 p.m., at the Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Spooner. Online condolences can be made at swedberg-taylor.com.

The Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home, Webster, was entrusted with arrangements.

Bobbie Jo Olson Bobbie Jo Olson, 59, Tomah, passed away Monday, Jan. 28, 2013, at her home.

She was born March 23, 1953, to Dale and Mary (Wood) Johnson in DeRidder, La. She was united in marriage to David Olson on July 15, 1972, in River Falls. Bobbie Jo spent her career serving in the United States Air Force until her retirement.

She is survived by her husband of 40 years, David, of Tomah; her mother, Mary; her daughter, Billie Olson (special friend, Jason Hills); her son, Matthew (Shaundra) Olson; grandchildren, Liam Olson, Freyja Hills and Malcolm Olson; brothers, Jeff (Karen) Johnson and Brian (Chris) Johnson; sisters, Teri Johnson, Dawn Johnson and Jackie (Bob) Armstrong; nephews, Derek, Dan and Connor Johnson, and Logan Armstrong; nieces, Halle Johnson and Samantha Armstrong; other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her father, Dale Johnson.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, Feb. 9, 11:30 a.m., at the Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Tomah. Pastor David Dahl will officiate. Burial will follow at a later date.

Family and friends are invited for visitation Saturday from 10:30 a.m. until the time of service at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Gloria Dei Lutheran Church or Tomah Hospice Touch. Online condolences are available at torkelsonfuneralhome.com.

The Torkelson Funeral Home of Tomah is assisting the family with arrangements.

Edward Lloyd Wilson Edward (Eddie, Ed) Lloyd Wilson of Cushing, died peacefully on Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2013, after a courageous battle with cancer.

He was born in St. Croix Falls, to Lloyd and Marjorie (Sandstrom) Wilson. He was baptized and confirmed at First Lutheran Church in Cushing. He grew up there and attended Cushing Grade School. He had an enjoyable childhood with many ball games played in the Wilson front yard.

Eddie graduated from St. Croix Falls High School in 1966. He then began a 30-year career with the U.S. Post Office. His last place of employment was at Metropolitan Airport. Eddie had an apartment in St. Paul but came home to Cushing on weekends.

Some of his hobbies and interests were photography, traveling to the western states, renting cars, college sports, Corvettes and motorcycling. Ed even made a trip to Sturgis. His daily routine was coffee at Holiday, doing the word jumble in the daily paper and going to libraries to read.

Eddie was preceded in death by his parents, Lloyd and Marjorie.

He is survived by his sisters, Sandy (Dale) Olson, Karen (Jim) Berg and Meridee (Bill) Hable; nephews and nieces, Todd and Mike Olson, Greg and Kerry Berg, Jenny Hable and their families; great and great-great nieces and nephews; aunts and uncles, Roger (Ginny) Sandstrom, Doris (Don) Olson, Elvis (John) Neslund, Phyllis (Bill) Peterson; many cousins and friends.

A memorial service was held on Monday, Feb. 4, at First Lutheran Church in Cushing, with the Rev. Julie Brenden officiating. Music was provided by organist Carol Medchill and quartet 4 His Glory.

Online condolences may be left at rowefh.com or wicremationcenter.com. Please return to these Web sites for updated information or call Bruce Rowe at 715-4722444.

Rowe Funeral Home of Luck and the Northwest Wisconsin Cremation Center in Milltown have been entrusted with funeral arrangements.

OBITUARIES

Barbara (Schmidt) Rakness

Loey Ann Weber

Barbara (Schmidt) Rakness, 92, of Milltown, formerly of South St. Paul, Minn., passed away peacefully on Monday, Jan. 28, 2013, at the Good Samaritan Society in St. Croix Falls.

She was born on Oct. 12, 1920, to Stephan and Barbara Schmidt.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold; infant son; her parents; brothers, Anthony, Lawrence, Stephan; and sister, Anna. Survived by her sons, Richard (Carla) Rakness, Ronald Rakness (friend Coleen) and Harold “Punk” Rakness Jr.; granddaughters, Christy and Courtney; stepgrandchildren, Michelle (Cary), Bobby (Malissa); and step-great-grandchildren, Ella and Carson. Barbara will be missed by nieces and nephews and her many friends through her 49 years of owning Half Moon Resort. Barb was an avid sports fan, especially her Vikings and Twins.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held at Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church in Balsam Lake, on Saturday, Feb. 2, with Father John Drummy officiating. Music was provided by Audrey Ruck as organist and Pam Garvey as cantor. Pallbearers assisting were Steve Schmidt, Bob Schmidt, Tom Gangl, Bobby Locke, Jeff Behl and Cary Schindeldecker. Private interment was at Fort Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis next to Barbara’s husband, Harold.

Online condolences may be left at rowefh.com. Please return to this Web site for updated information or call Bruce Rowe at 715-472-2444.

Rowe Funeral Home of Luck has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.

Loey Ann Weber, 75, Balsam Lake, died Jan. 29, 2013.

She was a guidance counselor, educator, coach, wife, mother, sister, grandmother and friend and passed unexpectedly from a sudden cardiac event in her sleep.

Her vibrancy and beautiful blue eyes lit up every room. She made new friends wherever she went and shared her senses of adventure and fun with everyone she knew. Loey will be remembered for her gregariousness, effervescence, laughter and insatiable fun meter. She will be missed by those who know her and remain forever in the hearts of all who love her.

Funeral service was held Sunday, Feb. 3, at HolcombHenry-Boom-Purcell Funeral Home and was followed by an Irish Wake (life celebration) at the Profile Event Center, 2630 University Ave. S.E., Minneapolis. holcombhenryboom.com The Holcomb-Henry-Boom-Purcell Funeral Home, Shoreview, Minn., was entrusted with arrangements.

Kenneth Ordean Olson Kenneth Ordean Olson, 89, Amery, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2013, at the Golden Age Manor in Amery.

He was born on April 20, 1923, in Clear Lake to Eddie and Lillian (Gartland) Olson. He attended Edgewood School, east of Clear Lake. After school, he joined the U.S. Army and was a paratrooper during WWII. In 1946, he was discharged from the military and took a job with the Clear Lake Telephone Company. On Oct. 14, 1949, Ken was united in marriage to Beatrice Marie Johnson in Comstock. The family made their home in Amery and had one son, Steven.

Kenneth worked for Modern Cleaners, drove school bus, worked for the Amery Housing Authority and for the Stenberg Funeral Home in Amery for 18 years as a funeral director assistant.

Ken had a strong work ethic and was very proud of the fact that he was never unemployed.

Ken was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Maynard.

He is survived by his wife, Beatrice; and son, Steven; as well as other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held Monday, Feb. 4, at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Amery. Interment was at the Amery Cemetery. Pallbearers were Bob Williamson, Chuck Williamson, Gene Burns, Ted Olson, Arnie Peterson, Steve Olson and Tom Aus. To sign an online guestbook and view a video tribute visit williamsonwhite.com.

The Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Amery was entrusted with arrangements.

Iola M. Taylor

Iola M. Taylor, 83, a resident of St. Croix Falls, formerly of Webster, died Jan. 21, 2013.

Iola was born on Oct. 23, 1929, in McGrath, Minn., the daughter of Ragnvald and Anna Boe. Iola enjoyed cross stitching, quilting, going camping and most of all spending time with family and friends.

She was active in the crippled child relief fund and her church.

Iola was preceded in death by her husband, George; her infant son and infant daughter; her parents, and son-inlaw, Kerry.

She is survived by her children, LuAnn (Mike) Mattison and Bonnie Tollefson; grandchildren, Bruce (Rachel), Kevin, Casey, Cody, Ashley and Taylor; four great-grandchildren; sister, Helen Linder; brothers, Ronald (Mary) Boe and Donald Boe; along with other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held Friday, Jan. 25, at SwedbergTaylor Family Funeral Home with Pastor Steve Ward officiating. Online condolences can be made at Clifford G. Wendt, 83, resident of Luck, died Tuesday, swedberg-taylor.com.

Jan. 29, 2013, at the Osceola Medical Center.

The Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home, Webster, Online condolences may be left at rowefh.com or was entrusted with arrangements. wicremationcenter.com. Please return to these Web sites for updated information or call Bruce Rowe at 715-4722444.

Rowe Funeral Home of Luck and the Northwest Wisconsin Cremation Center in Milltown have been entrusted with funeral arrangements.

Clifford Wendt

Ruth H. Schmidt Ruth H. Schmidt, 87, Danbury, died Jan. 25, 2013.

Ruth was born on June 14, 1925, in Kingsdale, Minn., the daughter of Carl and Alva Nelson. Ruth married Robert Miller on Jan. 26, 1946, in Duluth, Minn. After his death, Ruth later married Wallace Schmidt in April 1980 in Markville, Minn.

Ruth was a resident of Town of Blaine at the family farm for 63 years.

She worked at the Cozy Corner Store for over 40 years. She was an active member of the Zion Lutheran Church in Markville, Minn. She enjoyed visiting the Twin Ports, loved the Minnesota Twins and was an avid reader. She also enjoyed spending time outdoors enjoying nature, taking walks and fishing.

Ruth was preceded in death by her husbands, Robert Miller and Wallace Schmidt; stepdaughter, Dale Virginia Hofker; brother, Russell Nelson; and brother-in-law, Eugene Schmidt.

Ruth is survived by her son, Steven (Vickie) Miller; stepchildren, Steven, Bonnie (Tom) Doughty, Steven (Cheryl) Schmidt, Bruce (Vivian) Schmidt, Carla (Jerry) Bruggeman, Tom (Victoria) Schmidt, Carol (Wayne) Blood and Toni Lee (Tod) Goldenstein; grandchildren, David Wheeler and Jennifer (Tristan) Schultz, two greatgranddaughters; brother-in-law, Delano (Beverly) Schmidt; and sister-in-law, Ruth (Dwayne) Hanson; stepgrandchildren; step-great-grandchildren; other relatives and many friends.

Funeral services were held on Friday, Feb. 1, at Zion Lutheran Church in Markville, Minn., with Pastor Tim Faust. Music was provided by Annette Carlson. Interment followed at the Hillcrest Cemetery in Town of Blaine. The pallbearers were Greg Kinblom, Dave Wheeler, Robert Nelson, Tony Nelson, Bruce Schmidt and Steve Schmidt.

The Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home, Webster, was entrusted with arrangements.

Leo Lewis Butler Leo Lewis Butler, (Bay-way-way-shin), 65, a resident of Webster, died Feb. 1, 2013, at Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire.

Leo was born on Oct. 9, 1947, in Hayward to parents John and Susan (Taylor) Butler. He married Ellen on March 24, 1979, in Shell Lake.

A graduate of Siren High School, he went on to attend college in Black River Falls. Leo worked for the St. Croix Tribe for many years and served on the tribal council for 14 years. His favorite sport was basketball.

Leo was preceded in death by his parents, John and Susan; brothers, Clarence Butler and Tony Butler.

Leo is survived by his wife, Ellen Butler; son, Mitchell Butler; sister, Marian Reynolds; brother, Leonard “Babe” Butler; grandchildren, Kenneth, Mercedes, Elleonna, Olivia, Annabell, Michelle and Angeleka; and his beloved dogs, Duke, Ginger and Lucy; along with many nieces and nephews. Leo will be deeply missed by relatives and friends and those so dear to him.

Funeral services were held on Monday, Feb. 4, at Leo’s residence. Interment followed at the Gaslyn Cemetery in the Town of Rusk. The casket bearers were John Taylor, Louis Taylor, Jeff Taylor, Lorne Pewaush, Anthony Pewaush and Brandon Bearheart. Honorary casket bearers were Paul Armstrong and Jeff Crotteau. Online condolences can be made swedberg-taylor.com.

The Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home, Webster, was entrusted with arrangements.

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Eternal

perspectives Sally Bair

The doldrums I once sailed with some friends on a day of dead calm. Neither water nor air seemed to move and, as we sat quietly without wind in our sails, we felt listless, almost as empty as the air itself. Finally tiring of the heat and stillness, we started our motor and went on our way.

Before the days of motors, sailors used to face dead calms in the waters near the equator. Those frustrating regions are called The Doldrums, a word that we use today when referring to listlessness or emptiness.

Any kind of emptiness, or vacuum, longs to be filled with something. In our emotional doldrums we try to fill our souls with either bad things (drugs, revelry, crime) or good things (devotion to a dog, sports, hobbies). Most of us become devoted to something or someone.

Even the most accomplished pianist or heart surgeon is devoted to his or her profession. Devotion runs deep in the human heart. Most of us feel that we

Romance wife with regular date nights Q: I want to do something special for my wife for Valentine’s Day beyond the usual dinner and flowers, but I’m at a loss. Do you have any ideas?

Jim: Don’t underestimate the power of dinner and flowers. Many wives would love to be shown that much attention on Valentine’s Day. Just be sure that she knows your gift comes from the heart and is not just a holiday obligation.

You also might consider turning a Valentine’s Day date into the gift that keeps on giving. Focus on the Family’s resident marriage expert Dr. Greg Smalley, (a frequent contributor to this column), has cited a wealth of research showing that married couples who engage in regular date nights enjoy a stronger bond. Maybe this year, Valentine’s Day could signal the start of a commitment to begin intentionally dating your wife on a regular basis.

Certainly, with careers, kids and other obligations, it can be tough to find the time for regular date nights. But the benefits of making it happen are well-documented. Many couples have committed to going on a date at least once a month

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for a year. I’m guessing a commitment of this nature is a present your wife would appreciate even more than chocolates or flowers. For more information, go to focusonthefamily.com/datenight.

••• Q: My husband and I both used drugs before we were married. We were able to conquer our habit together several years ago. Recently, he confessed that he has been using recreational drugs on occasion to deal with stress and depression. Because he has kept this from me and because he is using again, it has put a huge strain on our marriage. I am becoming very angry and don’t know how to help my husband or deal with my emotions. What should we do?

Dr. Greg Smalley, executive director of Marriage and Family Formation: We’re sorry to learn of your husband’s relapse.

Obviously, there are two critical factors to consider here: 1) the drug use itself and 2) the damage his behavior has done to

need people or things or accomplishments to satisfy the deep longings of our heart. But those things are temporary and will not cure our emotional or spiritual doldrums.

God our Creator designed us to be filled with and devoted to himself. He desires to fill every empty place in our heart with his life-satisfying Spirit.

When we choose to fill our feelings of emptiness with the things of God, and become committed to him, we find the deep satisfaction that we long for. “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him …” (Romans 15:13) “And this is my prayer, that … you may be … filled with the fruit of

righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ—to the glory and praise of God.” (Philippians 1:9, 11) Lord, forgive us for the times we’ve tried to fill our longings with the things of the world. We want to live outside of the deadly doldrums of emptiness. With your help, we commit ourselves to become devoted to you—through your Word, fellowship and communion with other believers, and prayer.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Mrs. Bair may be reached at sallybair@gmail.com.

your marital relationship.

When it comes to the drug use, your husband needs to enroll in a treatment program immediately. I take it as a good sign that he confessed his behavior to you, rather than you “catching him in the act.” This suggests that he feels remorse for his decisions and, hopefully, wants to seek help. We would recommend a comprehensive treatment program called Thriving: Recover Your Life (thrivingrecovery.org).

It’s also critical that you and your husband work together to address the fallout in your marriage as a result of broken trust. All too often, once a problem is exposed and the negative activity has been brought to a halt, whether it be drug use, adultery, gambling or something else, many people tell themselves that all is well. But in reality, very little healing can occur unless the root issues behind your husband’s drug use are found and treated. A paradigm shift has to take place at the heart of your marriage. Without that shift, you can become hopelessly trapped in an ongoing pattern of grief, anger or depression.

Here again, it’s important that you and your husband enlist outside help. You need to find a qualified marriage counselor who can help you both work to-

gether to build trust. Seeking counseling isn’t an admission of defeat; rather, it’s a bold proclamation that you’re both willing to do whatever it takes to heal and to help your marriage thrive. Contact Focus on the Family for a free consultation with a counselor, as well as a referral to qualified professionals 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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Sand, Gravel, Ready-Mix, Concrete, Black Dirt, Dozer Work, Landscaping & Septic Tanks Installed Hwy. 35 North Webster, Wis. Phone 715-866-4157 M.P.R.S. #03059

SWEDBERG-TAYLOR FUNERAL HOME

Government Inspected Slaughtering and Processing, Sausage making • Ham & Bacon Cured & Smoked Sides and Quarters of Beef and Pork Available Old-fashioned Fresh Meat Counter Tim Van Meter and Ross Anderson, Owners Luck, WI 54853 Plant 715-472-2141

SIREN OLSEN & SON

Your Full-Service Drugstore Siren, Wis. Phone 715-349-2221

D & L FINANCIAL SERVICES 10022 Elbow Lake Road Siren, Wis. 54872 715-689-2539

CUSHING CUSHING COOPERATIVE SOCIETY Feed Mill - Grain Dept.

Cushing, Wis. 715-648-5215

Webster, Wis. Phone 715-866-7131

Any area business wishing to help sponsor the church listings should contact the Leader at 715-327-4236.

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

ALLIANCE

ALLIANCE

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

BIBLE FELLOWSHIP

BIBLE FELLOWSHIP

WORD OF LIFE CHURCH Meeting in homes.

Elder: Cliff Bjork, 715-755-3048 Sun. Fellowship - 10 a.m.; Wed. 7 p.m.

LUTHERAN

LUTHERAN

BALSAM LUTHERAN CHURCH 1115 Mains Crossing, 1/2 Mile South Hwy. 8 On 110th St.; Sun. Worship 9 a.m.; Sun. School 10:15 a.m.

BEAUTIFUL SAVIOR LUTHERAN (WELS) Gene E. Jahnke, Pastor, 715-635-7672, Hm. 715-354-7787, Hwy. 70 at 53, Spooner Sun. Wor. - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. School & Bible Classes For All - 10:45 a.m.

BETHANY LUTHERAN - BRANSTAD Pastor Jay Ticknor, 715-463-5746 3 miles So. of Grantsburg on Hwy. 87 Sun. Schl. - 9:30 a.m.; Worship - 11 a.m.

BETHANY LUTHERAN - SIREN Hwy. 35, 1/2 blk. N. Main St. Pastor Paul Peterson, Cell # 715-566-3758 Pastoral Serv. 715-349-5280 Sun. Worship - 8:30 a.m,; Sun. School 9:45 a.m.

BETHESDA LUTHERAN - DRESSER (LCMC) www.bethesdalutheran.ws Pastor Peter Rimmereid, 715-755-2562 1947 110th Ave., Dresser Sun. Contemporary Service 8:30 a.m.; Education Hr. 9:40 a.m.; Traditional Service 10:45 a.m.;

BONE LAKE LUTHERAN bllc@lakeland.ws Pastor Mary Ann Bowman, 5 mi. E. of Luck on Hwy. 48, 1/2 mi. S. on I; Office - 715-472-2535 Pastor - 715-472-8153, 9 a.m. Adult Bible Study; 10:30 a.m. Worship; 11:30 a.m. Fellowship Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays

CHRIST LUTHERAN (LCMS) Pipe Lake CTH G & T, 715-822-3096 Pastor Steve Miller Sun. Serv. 10:45 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9:15 a.m. during schl. yr.; Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sun. christlutheranpipelake.com

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

Communion 1st Sun.

FAITH LUTHERAN - BALSAM LAKE faithlutheran@lakeland.ws Pastor Diane Norstad 715-485-3800; CTH I & Mill Street Worship 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 10:40 a.m.; Holy Communion 1st & last Sundays

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

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

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

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

Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays

NORTH VALLEY LUTHERAN Pastor Maggie Isaacson, 715-825-3559 3 mi. W. of Milltown on “G” Sunday Worship - 9 a.m.; Wednesday Worship 6:30 p.m.

Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays

OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN, (LCMS) WEBSTER

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

YELLOW LAKE LUTHERAN 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; 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.

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

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 Jody Walter Church Phone 715-327-8608 Sun. Wor. - 8:45 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - 10:15 a.m.

Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays facebook/OurRedeemerWebster

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

FIRST LUTHERAN - CUSHING

METHODIST

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 osceolawiumc.org; oumc@centurytel.net 306 River Street, Osceola, 715-755-2275 Pastor Kathy Huneywell Sunday Early Risers Class - 8:30 a.m.; Sunday Worship - 10 a.m.; Holy Communion 1st Sunday

ST. CROIX FALLS UNITED METHODIST Rev. Mike Weaver Sunday Worship Service - 10 a.m.

Sunday School is at 9 a.m., Nursery available

ST. LUKE UNITED - FREDERIC 100 Linden Street, Frederic Pastor “Freddie” Kirk, 715-327-4436 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 Pastor Ken Sohriakoff 7686 Lofty Pines Drive, Siren, 715-349-5601 Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday School 9 a.m.

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

CATHOLIC

CATHOLIC

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

CHURCH OF ST. JOSEPH Pastor - Father Frank Wampach 490 Bench St., Taylors Falls, 651-465-7345 Sat. Vigil 5:30 p.m.; Sun. 7:30 & 10:30 a.m.

Tues. - Thurs. 7:30 a.m.

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.

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

CHURCH OF CHRIST

CHURCH OF CHRIST

CHURCH OF CHRIST - WEBSTER

CENTURIA ASSEMBLY OF GOD

Minister Garret Derouin, 715-866-7157 Musky & Birch St., Avail. in office 9 a.m. - noon, Tues.-Fri.; Sun. Bible Study 9:30 a.m.

Worship 10:30 a.m.

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

WESLEYAN

OSCEOLA COMMUNITY CHURCH

WOODLAND WESLEYAN

ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLY

WESLEYAN

Pastor Larry Mederich, 715-294-4332 occconnect.org Mtg. @ St. Croix Art Barn; Sun. Serv. - 9 a.m.

Nursery and children’s church

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

SIREN ASSEMBLY OF GOD

FULL GOSPEL

Pastor Andrew Bollant Sun. Schl. - 9:15 a.m.; Morn. Serv. - 10:15 a.m.; Supervised Nursery; Wed. Evening - Worship Serv. 6:30 p.m.

WOOD RIVER CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP

EVANGELICAL

FULL GOSPEL

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

Sunday School 10:30 a.m.

EVANGELICAL

HOPE FELLOWSHIP OF SOMERSET

APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY (EFCA)

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

Pastor Bruce Tanner, 942 U.S. Hwy. 8, Amery, 715-268-2176 Sun. Schl. 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Bible study 7 p.m.

CROSSWALK COMMUNITY CHURCH Pastor Greg Lund, 715-327-8767 700 Churchwood Lane; 505 Old CTH W, Frederic Sunday School - 9 a.m.; Morning Worship - 10:15 a.m.; Nursery provided for all services

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

Children’s Church & Nursery provided

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

BAPTIST

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

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

FAITH FELLOWSHIP

CHRISTIAN CENTER

CHRISTIAN CENTER

EL SALEM/TWIN FALLS CHRISTIAN CENTER 1751 100th Ave., Dresser Sun. School 9:30 a.m.; Morning Wor. 10:30 a.m.

Evening Services Sun. 6 p.m.; Wed. 7 p.m.

Call Pastor Darryl Olson at 715-755-3133 for information and directions

ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN

CHRISTIAN ORTHODOX

HOLY TRINITY ORTHODOX 523 1st St., Clayton, 715-948-2493 Fr. Christopher Wojcik, Pastor Sat. Vespers - 5 p.m.; Sun. Liturgy - 9:30 a.m.

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

NAZARENE

NAZARENE

CALVARY CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 510 S. Vincent, St. Croix Falls Pastor Tom Reaume, 715-483-3696 Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:45 a.m. & Wed. 6:30 p.m.

FAITH COMMUNITY 7535 Peet St., Danbury, 715-656-4010 Adult Bible Serv. 9 a.m.; Services: Sun. 10 a.m.; Sunday School during church service.

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

NONDENOMINATIONAL

FIRST BAPTIST - AMERY

CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN CHURCH

NONDENOMINATIONAL

131 Broadway St., 715-268-2223; fbcamery.org; E-mail: churchoffice@fbcamery.org Reg. office hours: Tues.-Thurs. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Pastor Charlie Butt, Lead Pastor; Nick Buda, Associate Pastor Sun. Serv.: 9 a.m.; All ages Sun. Schl. 10:30 11:30 a.m.; Nursery available

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

FIRST BAPTIST - FALUN

NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY

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.

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

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

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

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

INTERDENOMINATIONAL

INTERDENOMINATIONAL

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

Worship and Children’s Sunday Schl. 10 a.m.

ST. PETER’S COMMUNITY CHURCH “Faith on Purpose” (Love God, Love People...period) faithonpurpose.org CTH F, Dresser, 715-483-2911 Pastor’s res./office Sunday Worship 10 a.m.

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Students of the Week GRANTSBURG

FREDERIC

Ryan Olson has been chosen Frederic Elementary School’s student of the week. He is in kindergarten and the son of Stacy Olson. Ryan is a great kid.

He is always polite and respectful and a great friend to his classmates. He loves to learn new things and always does his best.

Ryan loves to share stories and play with Legos. When Ryan grows up he wants to be a farmer just like his grandpa and uncle.

Stacy Tido has been chosen Frederic Middle School’s student of the week. She is in eighth grade and the daughter of Ben and Kelly Tido.

She is involved in volleyball, basketball, band and choir. She enjoys reading, video games, watching TV, playing on the laptop computer and family time. She plans to become a chef and travel to many different places, tasting different foods when she grows up. She gets excellent grades in all of her classes and is very respectful to adults and kind and considerate to her classmates.

Charlie Lindberg has been chosen Frederic High School’s student of the week. He is a senior and the son of Joe and Tammy Lindberg. Charlie is a tutor. He teaches guitar lessons and he also works at Beaudry Company.

He enjoys bowling, playing guitar, playing video games and listening to music. He plans to attend UWEau Claire and study chemistry.

He has a positive attitude and works hard to learn and get good grades. He is polite and friendly.

Lauren Stratton has been chosen Grantsburg Elementary School’s student of the week.

She is in third grade and the daughter of Tina Stratton and Alan Stratton. She is a very kind and respectful student. She is a role model for other students.

She works very hard to get her work done and do her best. She comes to school with a great, positive attitude! Her favorite thing in the whole world besides horses is art.

LUCK

Gage Quinn has been chosen Luck Elementary School’s student of the week. He is in fifth grade and the son of Brad Quinn.

Gage works very hard at school, helps out others and loves to read. He likes to play outside with his friends and siblings. Gage is an all-around good student and has many friends at school.

Sam Kuhn has been chosen Grantsburg High School’s student of the week. She is a freshman and the daughter of Phil Kuhn.

She is a high-achieving student in all ways. She is an academic leader in the classroom. She is diligent in her work and has done an outstanding job in labs and on projects. Her dedication to academic excellence has also allowed her to demonstrate her exceptional leadership and cooperation skills.

ST. CROIX FALLS

Paige Runnels has been chosen Luck Middle School’s student of the week. She is in eighth grade and the daughter of Larry and Melissa Runnels. She is a great student to have in class. She brings a fun and positive atmosphere to the classroom. She is a strong student and participates with a smile on her face. She is involved in church youth group, band, choir, basketball and volleyball. She enjoys reading and listening to music.

Eric Blaser has been chosen Luck High School’s student of the week. He is a senior and the son of Mark and Cassi Blaser. He is a student who has become a true leader of the senior class. He is quick to participate in class on a level that is not often seen by high school students. He is a positive influence on underclassmen outside the classroom. He is involved in Kinship, forensics, FFA and FCCLA. He enjoys hunting and fishing. He plans to attend UW-Oshkosh.

Brianna McCurdy has been chosen St. Croix Falls Elementary School’s student of the week. She is in second grade.

She lives at home with her mom, dad and two older sisters. At home, she likes to read, read, read! At school, she likes to work on the computer. When she grows up she wants to be a librarian because she'll get to read a lot and help teach kids how to read.

Caleb Dailey has been chosen St. Croix Falls Middle School’s student of the week. He is in sixth grade and the son of Jennifer Jensen. He has one brother, Jayden. He has a fish named Sparky. He is involved in tackle football and enjoys writing songs and playing outside. Phy ed is his favorite subject because you get a lot of exercise. He enjoys middle school because it's fun and challenging. Caleb is a hard worker, a friend to all and always wants to do well.

Noah Olson has been chosen St. Croix Falls High School’s student of the week. He is a sophomore and the son of Lainie Olson. Noah enjoys playing the guitar, dancing and playing soccer.

WEBSTER

SIREN

Emma Aubert has been chosen Siren Elementary School’s student of the week. She is in third grade and the daughter of Pam and Brian Aubert. Emma is a very caring and conscientious person. She works very hard at everything she does, especially her schoolwork.

Outside of school, Emma dances and plays basketball. She really enjoyed riding the float in the parades as one of the Little Miss Siren princesses.

Katelyn Byers has been chosen Grantsburg Middle School’s student of the week. She is in sixth grade and is the daughter of Miranda Byers. Katelyn is a wonderful member of the class. She leads by example with her hard work and responsibility. She is also very helpful to others. She has a sweet smile and is sweet to all those around her. Her favorite class is reading. She enjoys being in sports, especially soccer.

Natasha Dugger has been chosen Siren Middle School’s student of the week. She is in eighth grade and her favorite class is choir. In her spare time, she enjoys working with and being around her goats on the farm. She has an upbeat personality and an optimistic view of life. She has worked hard this school year, showing steady improvement in her class work. Middle school teachers enjoy having Natasha in class.

Hattie Koball has been chosen Siren High School’s student of the week. Hattie is an honor student enrolled in AP coursework as a sophomore. She is a member of the student council, and was instrumental in establishing a dance line in Siren High School. She plays volleyball and competes in both running and throwing events in track. In her spare time, Hattie enjoys dance, performing and listening to music, skiing and sailing.

Her favorite place is her family's dock on a sunny summer day.

Torrance Wols has been chosen Webster Elementary School's student of the week.

She is in fourth grade and the daughter of Thomas and Kimberly Wols. She enjoys pets and is currently on both the girls basketball team and hockey team.

She has proven herself to be a fine student, classmate and friend. She enjoys learning and works hard to meet every academic challenge with perseverance and a positive attitude.

Ashley Morseth has been chosen Webster Middle School’s student of the week. She is in sixth grade and the daughter of Amanda Lokker and Nick Morseth. Ashley always shows a positive attitude. She is very hardworking and tries to do her best. Her goals are to be a professional soccer player or a nurse. She is involved in band, basketball and soccer. Her hobbies include hunting, fishing, four-wheeling, soccer and backyard baseball with her dad.

Ciarra Lechman has been chosen Webster High School’s student of the week. She is a sophomore and the daughter of Chad and Julie Lechman. Ciarra is a model student. She is concerned about doing well in her academics. She is responsible, respectful and quietly focuses on her work in the classroom. She is involved in band. Her hobbies include dance, reading and writing.

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Khylie Young-Garayt has been chosen Unity Elementary School’s student of the week.

She is in second grade and the daughter of Jolene and Rick Lindner. She comes to school with a smile on her face every day. She is a positive influence on everyone she meets. Khylie is kind and helpful to her peers and the adults at school. She works hard, is dependable and does her best at al times. She is a sweet girl and a pleasure to have in class.

MacKenzie Anderson has been chosen Unity Middle School’s student of the week. She is in fifth grade and the daughter of Mark and Mindi Anderson. MacKenize was chosen because she is very friendly young lady with a smile on her face all the time. She is a hardworker and strives to do her best. She helps others and is a pleasure to have in class.

Nicole Paulzine has been chosen Unity High School’s student of the week. She is a junior and the daughter of Mari and Daniel Paulzine. She is involved in the current school drama production.

Teachers say she is pleasant in the classroom and always has a positive attitude. She also connects class content with personal experience. In her free time, she can be found hunting and fishing.

After high school, she plans to become an elementary teacher.

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Happenings in the Upper St. Croix Valley communities

Coming events FEBRUARY

Milltown

• Fish fry at VFW 6856.

THURSDAY/7

SATURDAY/16

Amery

Luck

• Free Family to Family class through National Alliance on mental illness, at the community center, 6:30-9 p.m., 715-497-2484 or lacrestia.anderson@gmail.com.

• Valley Dance at West Denmark Parish Hall, 7-11 p.m., lamarcommunity.org.

Webster

Frederic

• Potluck lunch at the senior center. Setup at 11:30 a.m., lunch at noon, games to follow, 715-656-3583.

• AARP tax help at the library, 10 a.m.-noon, 715-8667697.

• Legion spaghetti dinner at the community center, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

• Booster club spaghetti dinner at the high school prior to basketball games, 5-7:30 p.m.

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

Siren

• Northwoods Flyers Experimental Aircraft Assoc. Club meets at the government center, Rm. 165, 7 p.m.

• Evening meal at the senior center. Call 715-349-2845 for reservations.

Wolf Creek

• Sport show at Wolf Creek Bar, 715-483-9255.

Webster

SUNDAY/17

FRI.-SUN./8-10

• “Girl Singers of the Hit Parade” at Festival Theatre, 2:30 p.m., 715-483-3387, festivaltheatre.org.

• Nondenominational meeting to show “Wide is the Gate - The Emerging New Christianity” at the library, 6:30 p.m., 715-755-3473, 715-472-8180.

St. Croix Falls

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

• Lions and Lioness food distribution at Connections, 1-3 p.m., 715-866-8151.

Luck

• Winter Carnival. Pageant Fri. 7 p.m., Lions breakfast, Sat. 7-11 a.m., craft fair Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; fishing contest Sun. 8 a.m.-3 p.m.

FRIDAY/8 Balsam Lake

• Poco Penners meeting at the library building, 2 p.m., 715-483-9738.

Grantsburg

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

SAT. & SUN./9 & 10 Danbury

• Informal fur trade re-enactments at Forts Folle Avoine.

SATURDAY/9 Amery

• Ruby’s Pantry at Congregational Church. Doors open 8:30 a.m. Dist. 9 a.m., $15 donation, 715-268-7390.

• Valentine’s vendor sale at Centennial Hall, 9 a.m.2 p.m.

• The Mystery Mountain Boys at Balsam Lutheran Church, 7 p.m., 715-268-9291.

Grantsburg

• Crex Meadows Nature Photography Club meets at Crex, 10 a.m.-noon, 715-463-2739.

• Legion’s ice-fishing contest on Big Wood Lake, 9 a.m.2 p.m., 715-463-5724.

Luck

• Indianhead Chapter Ice Age Trail ski/snowmobile hike at Oak Forest Center.

• Snowmobile club radar run on Big Butternut Lake.

10 a.m. registration, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. racing, 715-472-4305.

Milltown

• VFW 6856 500 card party, 2 p.m.

• Valentine’s craft-making extravaganza at the library, noon-1 p.m.

Rice Lake

• Science Saturday at UWBC for 5th- thru 8th-graders, 715-234-8176 Ext. 5403.

St. Croix Falls

• Hingepoint meeting for men battling sexual addictions, at River Valley Christian Church, 9 a.m.-noon, 715483-5378.

• Candlelight Night at Interstate Park, 6-9 p.m., 715-4833747.

Taylors Falls, Minn.

• Praise service at the Taylors Falls United Methodist Church, 5 p.m.

A photo of the Kennedy Mill dam, south of Balsam Lake, captures the winter beauty that 20below temperatures can create, turning the water coming over the dam into a work of nature.

This photo was taken Monday morning, Feb. 4. - Photo by Gary Hines

Webb Lake

• Vintage sled show & sled radar run at Lumberjack, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., wilakespines.org, 715-259-3329.

Webster

• Used book sale at the library, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., 715-8667697.

• Valentine’s party & Bingo at the community center, noon-3 p.m.

SUNDAY/10 Cumberland

• Ice-fishing tourney on Beaver Dam Lake, 10 a.m.3 p.m., cumberlandgap.org.

• Athletes versus Cancer fundraiser during girls and boys basketball games at high school, 5:45 p.m. start.

• Scholarship foundation chili cook-off & silent auction at the high school, 5-7:30 p.m., 715-483-9469.

Luck

• AARP tax help at the library, 8:30 a.m.-noon, 715-4722770.

St. Croix Falls

• AARP tax help at the senior center, 9 a.m.-noon, 715483-1901.

Lewis

• Book and bake sale at the library. Thurs.-Fri. 10 a.m.6 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Siren

• Head injury support group at Siren Covenant Church, 1-2:30 p.m., 715-349-8985.

St. Croix Falls

• Potluck at the senior center, cards to follow, 12:30 p.m., 715-483-1901.

Frederic

Amery

• Cancer support group at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 7 p.m., 715-268-6722 or 715-268-7290.

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

Grantsburg

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

Milltown

• Information sessions on the library building project at the community center, 1 p.m. or 6 p.m., 715-825-2313.

ONGOING Every Day

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.

Moms In Prayer, First Baptist, Amery, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m., 715-268-5408, Play group for children and caretakers at the Burnett County Family Resource Center, 10 - 11:30 a.m.

Open Topic support group, 6:30 p.m. Call for location, 800261-7233, Polk County.

Christian 12-Step Recovery group at Faith Lutheran Church, Balsam Lake, 7-8 p.m., 715-566-4215.

Every Monday

Centuria Luck

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

Milltown

• “Hopelessly Romantic” at Festival Theatre, 7:30 p.m., 715-483-3387, festivaltheatre.org.

TUESDAY/12

Milltown

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

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

• Weight-loss surgery education and support at the medical center, 5-6 p.m., 715-268-0597.

• AARP tax help at the senior center, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., 715-349-7810.

• Ruby’s Pantry at Home & Away Ministries. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. $15 cash donation appreciated. Distribution noon-1 p.m., 715-472-2535.

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

MONDAY/11 Siren

Dairyland

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

THURSDAY/14

• Friends of Victims of Violence support group at North Valley Lutheran, 6 p.m., 800-261-7233.

Amery

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

Luck

WEDNESDAY/13

THURS.-SAT./14-16

• Pancake breakfast at the Methodist church, 10 a.m.1:30 p.m.

Amery

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

Clam Falls

St. Croix Falls

Milltown

• Antique appraiser Mark Moran visits the library, 2 p.m., 715-825-2313.

TUESDAY/19

St. Croix Falls Webster

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

FRI. & SAT./15 & 16

Every Tuesday

Bingo at the Burnett County Moose Lodge, Siren, 6 p.m.

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

Every Wednesday

Solon Springs

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

FRIDAY/15

The Latch breastfeeding support group at the St. Croix Regional Medical Center, 10:30 a.m. - noon. 715-483-0431.

Play group for children and caretakers at the Burnett County Family Resource Center, 10 - 11:30 a.m.

• Gun show at community center. Fri. 4-8 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Amery

• UW - Extension Winning the Game program at Bremer Bank, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Grantsburg

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

Every Thursday

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.

Celebrating Catholic Schools Students at St. Francis de Sales Catholic School in Spooner pose in smiley-face formation with yellow scarves, celebrating school choice. The public school open enrollment period began on Monday, Feb. 4, and St. Francis de Sales Catholic School invites families to explore the options they offer. St. Francis de Sales School provides students with a high-quality education in all academic subjects, including the fine arts. In addition, they provide the child and the family with an environment that guides the child to develop a personal spirituality that helps them to become aware of and respond to God’s plan for their lives. Photo submitted