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UP FRONT LUCK - A spaghetti dinner, silent DXFWLRQ DQG UDIĂ H WR EHQHĂ€W WKH 7HUULH Giller Memorial will be held this evening, Wednesday, May 22, at the Luck School.

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Neighborly heroism Teen and family dog make late exit from house fire, courtesy a neighbor

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer ST. CROIX FALLS – An early-morning blaze on Friday, May 17, in St. Croix Falls claimed a home and led to a scary scenario as a teen remained in the house, unaware of the JURZLQJ à DPHV DQG smoke collecting in the structure as she readied herself for school.

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Improv returns to Festival ST. CROIX FALLS - Festival Theatreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sew Good Improv returns for a fourth year of summer comedy. This year, 18 company members will make up the rotating cast of the improv troupe. Shows take place each Friday night at 9 p.m., following Music on the Overlook, beginning June 7 and ending Aug. 23. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Improvisational theater is one of my favorite forms of creative exploration,â&#x20AC;? said Jaclyn Johnson, associate artistic director and team member of Sew Good. Johnson, who trained at the Brave New Workshop in Minneapolis and has been a member of several improv troupes since her training began in high school, goes on to explain, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Improv lets actors play, discover and practice being present in the moment, accepting and perceptive of all that is happening on stage. And, as luck would have it, this usually results in some very funny, very honest, very memorable moments that excite and make each show unique.â&#x20AC;? This summer, the cast will be split into three improv teams. Each performance will feature two teams and both teams will experiment in a variety of improv structures. Audience suggestions inspire each scene and actors will create a show using their collective wit and talents as their only tools. Tickets for Sew Good Improv can be purchased at the door or in advance at the ER[ RIĂ&#x20AC;FH *HQHUDO DGPLVVLRQ VHDWLQJ LV OLPLWHG ZLWK VKRZV taking place in the street level Elbow Room. To reach FestiYDO 7KHDWUH E\ SKRQH FDOO RU HPDLO ER[RIĂ&#x20AC;FH# festivaltheatre.org. Visit the website at festivaltheatre.org to see all the exciting programming and entertainment coming up at Festival Theatre this year including â&#x20AC;&#x153;Crazy for Youâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Foreigner.â&#x20AC;? Shown in photo: Andrew Benson, Jaclyn Johnson and Seth Kaltwasser will lead a new troupe of summer improv talent. - with information from Festival Theatre

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BURNETT/POLK COUNTIES - This year, the Newsweek ranking highlights the best 2,000 public high schools in the nation - those that have proven to be the most effective in turning out college-ready grads.

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Motorcycles are provided by WITC. Students must provide their own safety gear. Classes are offered weekends. Visit their website at witc.edu or call 800 H[W RU IRU 5LFH Lake; New Richmond, ext. 4221; Superior, ext. 6212; and Ashland, ext. 3112. - submitted â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘ FREDERIC - Frederic Family Days will be hosting another variety show this year as part of the Frederic Family Days festivities.

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Confessed to sexual assault of mentally handicapped woman

Three years prison for Siren man

mendations in front of him one was a joint recommendation from the prosecution

by Sherill Summer and defense Leader staff writer and the other SIREN - Burnett County Cir- was from the cuit Court Judge Ken Kutz state departZDV Ă&#x20AC;UVW VFKHGXOHG WR VHQWHQFH ment of cor5RQ 3RWYLQ 73-year-old Ron Potvin of Siren rections in a in March, but didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t. Back in presentence investigation report.

March, Burnett County District But the judge said he was not Attorney Bill Norine and de- ready to sentence Potvin withfense attorney Jim McLaughlin out more information, and he orpushed for quick closure for dered a sex-offender evaluation.

Potvinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s case in which he admitSentencing resumed on Monted sexually assaulting a men- day, May 20. Potvin was sentally handicapped woman on tenced to three years in prison several occasions between 2011 IROORZHG E\ \HDUV RI H[WHQGHG and 2012. supervision. The sentence was Potvin had confessed to the more than the joint recommenassault in an interview to law dation by the attorneys that enforcement and in writing, and called for a one-year jail sentence had indicated that he was will- without Huber release or coming to resolve the case quickly. munity service and a 20-year Kutz had two sentence recom- probation. It was less than the

Ă&#x20AC;YH WR VL[ \HDU SULVRQ VHQWHQFH recommended by the department of corrections and far less then the 12 to 18 years asked for by the family of the victim.

In sentencing, Kutz indicated that this was one of the most troubling decisions he has had to make as a judge. He called Potvinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s character â&#x20AC;&#x153;the gold standardâ&#x20AC;? in that he has no prior convictions, has never been incarcerated, has shown remorse for his actions and has cooperated with law enforcement during the investigation. There was also the fact that probation was the preferred sentence in the sentence guidelines judges use to help determine appropriate sentences.

On the other hand, the judge noted, Potvinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s offense was serious, especially since Potvin was in a position of trust and responsible for her care as a bus driver that drove the victim to and from work. The sex-offender

evaluation also cited that some indicators pointed to a moderate risk for reoffending.

After weighing both sides, Kutz decided that by not sentencing Potvin to a prison sentence for this action, he would unduly depreciate the offense.

A tearful Potvin said in a statement prior to sentencing that he was sorry and ashamed of his action, and he was glad he got caught because he had tried to quit doing what he knew was wrong, but couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t.

Potvin was ordered to undergo sex-offender treatment, either in prison or on extended supervision. He is to register as a sex offender and is not allowed on computers with Internet access. He is to have no contact with the victim, the victimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s family, children under 18 or mentally disabled individuals. A restitution amount is still to be determined.

Local child support agency outperforms state on all fronts

by Jean Koelz Leader staff writer BURNETT COUNTYâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;According to child support Administrator Donna Gregory, the goal of the child support program is â&#x20AC;&#x153;to ensure that children have the financial support of both parents, to foster responsible behavior toward children and to reduce welfare costs.â&#x20AC;?

In order to do that, the agency is charged to achieve measurable results in three areas: establishing paternity on behalf

of children born out of wedlock, establish court orders obligating parents to pay child support and provide health insurance, and collect both current and past due child support payments.

In each area, Burnett Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s agency exceeds national target goals and average performance measures for the rest of the state.

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federal target of 90 percent and a UDWH RI SHUFHQW LQ :LVFRQVLQ With a total caseload of 1,010, the Burnett agency established court orders for support at a rate of SHUFHQW IDU H[FHHGLQJ WKH national target rate of 80 percent and Wisconsinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s performance UDWH RI SHUFHQW )LQDOO\ WKH agency collected over $2 million in current and past due support in 2012, again faring better than the rest of the state and achieving national target rates.

The best part is that the agency has managed to achieve

a high level of success and come in almost $27,000 under budget.

Gregory pointed out that effective collections reduces the burden to taxpayers and saves the county money, and this remains a primary goal for her department in 2013. The departmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s success has been recognized by the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Department of Children and Families in the form of an award for outstanding performance granted to eight of the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 72 counties.

Exhausted wildfire fighters get thanks and (finally) sleep

by Mike Simonson Wisconsin Public Radio GORDON - The scene included thanks DOO DURXQG WR Ă&#x20AC;UHĂ&#x20AC;JKWHUV DW WKH *HUPDQQ Lake Fire Command Post in Gordon, Thursday, May 16.

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Grantsburg Village approves library addition

Council moving to twice-a-month meetings

hopes the work will be done by local contractors.

The Grantsburg board will start holding two meetings a month under a new operating plan approved Tuesday.

There will be the regular meeting the second Monday of each month and a new Committee of the Whole on

by Gregg Westigard the fourth Monday. The new meeting will replace the Leader staff writer GRANTSBURG â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Grantsburg Village Council held SUHYLRXV VWUXFWXUH ZKHUH FRPPLWWHHV VXFK DV Ă&#x20AC;QDQFH its annual board of review Tuesday, May 21, and used public works and personnel met as needed and made the extra meeting to approve an addition to the library recommendations to the full council. Village President and discuss how a new plan to meet twice a month will Glenn Rolloff said the new arrangement will allow all work. In addition, the poor condition of South Russell the council members to get together to talk about all vilStreet was brought to the boardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attention by a high lage business. The new meeting is proposed to be a more informal planning session, but it was agreed that action school student.

The Friends of the Library has succeeded in raising items could be on the agenda at each meeting. â&#x20AC;&#x153;South Russell Road needs repair,â&#x20AC;? Amanda Cam$188,000 of its goal of $200,000 after a year of effort and IHHOV WKH WLPH KDV FRPH WR VWDUW ZRUN RQ D VTXDUH pana, a Grantsburg High School junior, wrote in a letter foot addition to the village library. Bruce Erickson, of the WR 5ROORII ´+LWWLQJ D SRWKROH DW PSK FDQ GR GDPDJH Friends group, reviewed the planning process from its WR D FDU 7KH URDG QHHGV WR EH Ă&#x20AC;[HG LPPHGLDWHO\ DQG WKH start in 2010 and said the expansion, which will increase repair needs to be done correctly.â&#x20AC;? Campana said she WKH OLEUDU\ VSDFH E\ SHUFHQW KDV UHFHLYHG JRRG FRP- drives the road to school each day and noticed that past munity support during a year of fundraising. The council patching jobs have not held up.

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village street. There is a noticeable change in condition IRU WKH QH[W WKUHH WHQWKV RI D PLOH XQWLO WKH Ă&#x20AC;UVW KRXVH LQ the village is reached after which it is well-paved up to Hwy. 70.

Brittney Butler, also a Grantsburg junior, wants more activities in Memory Park for young people. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There is a kiddy park for little kids and the adults have bars, but there is nothing for teens to do in Grantsburg,â&#x20AC;? she wrote. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There is no place for us to hang out.â&#x20AC;? Butler suggested a volleyball court, a tether ball or a basketball hoop would provide something for the teens to do. Council members said they will look at places for a hoop or net, either in the park but away from the campers site or near the pool.

The special meeting was called to receive any appeals of property assessment, but no complaints were presented during the two-hour hearing. Roger Koski, the YLOODJH DVVHVVRU IRU WKH SDVW \HDUV WROG WKH ERDUG WKDW property values have gone down, and the village might be nearing the point where valuations are out of compliance. He said that the point where the state might require a revaluation has not been reached and, if a revaluation is called, the village would have four to six years to respond. Koski said there are many lowering valuations taking place, especially in vacation properties. He said only farmland values are going up.

County makes short work of routine business

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Difficult yearâ&#x20AC;? predicted for 2014

by Mary Stirrat Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; In what might be a record-breaking meeting Tuesday evening, May 21, lasting only an hour, the Polk County Board of Supervisors conducted its regular business and acted on four noncontroversial resolutions.

Preliminary results of the 2012 audit look good, the ERDUG KHDUG IURP Ă&#x20AC;QDQFH PDQDJHU 0DJJLH :LFNUH DQG 2013 expenditures to date are running similar to last year.

Golden Age Manor, the county-owned nursing home in Amery, ended 2012 more than $300,000 in the black, she noted, and the lime quarry ended the year with a balance RI â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lovely, lovely,â&#x20AC;? she commented. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That is really a dramatic turnaround for Golden Age Manor,â&#x20AC;? added county Administrator Dana Frey. The nursing home lost $400,000 in 2011, he noted, only to end 2012 with revenue exceeding expenditures by $300,000.

Freyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s assessment of the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2014 budget wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t as rosy. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve said before that 2014 looks to be a relaWLYHO\ GLIĂ&#x20AC;FXOW \HDU Âľ KH VDLG QRWLQJ WKDW WKH QDWLRQDO economy and unemployment rate still look pretty grim.

In addition, revenue caps will stay in place and state share revenue is not expected to increase. Meanwhile, Frey projected, the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s debt payments will remain high until 2017. ´7KH FHLOLQJV WKDW LQGLYLGXDO FRXQW\ GHSDUWPHQWV are being given will be tough,â&#x20AC;? Frey told the board in explaining that governing committees will now begin working with department heads on the budget.

On another grim note, Frey told the board that the IHGHUDO DFFRXQWLQJ ERDUG SURMHFWV GLIĂ&#x20AC;FXOW WLPHV IRU VWDWH and local governments for the next 40 years. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Wisconsin is better off than most states,â&#x20AC;? Frey noted, adding that the state has a â&#x20AC;&#x153;structurally balanced budgetâ&#x20AC;? and hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t â&#x20AC;&#x153;dipped intoâ&#x20AC;? monies set aside in the Wisconsin retirement system.

However, he said, health-care costs are expected to increase in the jail, where inmate health care is the responsibility of the county, and in human services.

No one, he said, is predicting health-care costs to decrease under the new health-care laws. Best-case scenario, he said, is a minor increase. Worse-case is a VLJQLĂ&#x20AC;FDQW LQFUHDVH )UH\ DOVR EULHĂ \ GLVFXVVHG WKH FRXQW\¡V KRPH FDUH SURgram, for which the board will be considering changes or cuts.

Saying he was surprised at the number of other agencies that provide home-care services, Frey assured the board that the county would continue to serve anyone

Free and reduced-price school meal eligibility is 43.2 percent for 2012-13 school year MADISON â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The percentage of public school students eligible for free or reduced-price school meals rose to 43.2 percent for the current school year, up seventenths of a percentage point from last school year and the ninth consecutive year of increased eligibility for subsidized school meals. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As a measure of childhood poverty, school meal eligibility shows the impact of Wisconsinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sluggish economy on school-age families,â&#x20AC;? said state Superintendent Tony Evers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Offering school meals through the National School Lunch and School Breakfast programs is one way to impact the negative effects of poverty and combat hunger in our schools.â&#x20AC;?

Evers noted that the effects of poverty in a community stretch deep into the classroom. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My Fair Funding pro-

Supervisor Jim Edgell questioned the low price asked by the county for the property. At $200 for .16 acre, he said, the per-acre cost is well-below typical prices. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no one else that wants that patch of ground,â&#x20AC;? answered Supervisor Craig Moriak. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no bidding war.â&#x20AC;?

Jepsen also responded to Edgellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s question, saying he had asked the same thing at the property committee meeting. He said that the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s asking price was agreed upon by the property committee, county administration, and the Schones.

Edgell and Supervisor Neil Johnson opposed the sale.

According to the Schones, Lake Magnor Store and Restaurant employs 28 to 32 people depending on the season.

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He noted that there four to six agencies providing serYLFHV LQ 3RON &RXQW\ LQFOXGLQJ WZR QRW IRU SURĂ&#x20AC;W DJHQcies.

/DQG VDOH The sale of .16 acre of undeveloped trail right of way to owners of Lake Magnor Store and Restaurant will enable the business to do a much-needed expansion, said Deanna and Chris Schone.

At the recommendation of the property committee, and with two supervisors opposed, the board authorized selling the land to Lake Magnor L.L.C. for $200. Committee Chairman Larry Jepsen said that the store butts up against the right of way of the Clear Lake - Clayton County Trail, leaving little room to even walk behind the building without being on trail right of way. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need the little strip of land,â&#x20AC;? Jepsen told the board, adding that the sale in no way infringes on the right of way.

Calling the sale â&#x20AC;&#x153;a no-brainer,â&#x20AC;? Jepsen said that the owners want to be able to navigate around the store and make their property more useful.

7RZQ RI /DNHWRZQ UH]RQLQJ Following the recommendation of the land information committee, the board approved a zoning change for 8,618 square feet of land in the Town of Laketown. The action rezoned the parcel from wetland to general.

The change was requested by Mathy Construction in RUGHU WR Ă&#x20AC;OO ZHWODQG DQG DOORZ WKH EXLOGLQJ RI D URDG A public hearing on the change was held May 1 when no opposition was brought forth. Supervisor Kim Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connell, chair of the land information committee, said that there were no objections via phone, in writing or in person.

2WKHU EXVLQHVV â&#x20AC;˘ County register of deeds Laurie Anderson and property lister/analyst Deb Johnson spoke to the board about mortgage electronic registration systems and the fact that Wisconsin statutes do not require that mortgage assignPHQWV EH UHFRUGHG 7KLV PHDQV WKDW LW FDQ EH GLIĂ&#x20AC;FXOW WR Ă&#x20AC;QG LQIRUPDWLRQ UHJDUGLQJ PRUWJDJH RZQHUVKLS OHDGLQJ WR D KLJKHU QXPEHU RI IRUHFORVXUHV DQG GLIĂ&#x20AC;FXOW\ in obtaining a clear title. Only a change in state statute requiring the recording of mortgage assignment would ensure that the register of deeds, and the public, has current information. â&#x20AC;˘ The board approved changes in ending fund balances based on the 2012 year-end results. In particular, a VXUSOXV LQ WKH DJLQJ EXGJHW ZDV UHWXUQHG WR WKH general fund and a stronger-than-expected year for the lime quarry increased the quarryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s equipment budget by $40,000. The $40,000 surplus is being put toward a frontHQG ORDGHU SXUFKDVHG E\ WKH TXDUU\ $ WRWDO RI LV EHLQJ FDUULHG RYHU IRU Ă&#x20AC;QDQFLDO DQG KXPDQ UHVRXUFHV software that was scheduled for expenditure in 2012 but was delayed until 2013.

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for the school lunch and school breakfast programs at the beginning of the school year. Eligibility is based on total household income. Families that receive FoodShare, Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations, or :LVFRQVLQ :RUNV EHQHĂ&#x20AC;WV DQG IRVWHU FKLOGUHQ ZKR KDYH been formally placed by a state welfare agency or court are eligible for free meals. All information about eligibilLW\ LV NHSW FRQĂ&#x20AC;GHQWLDO DQG SURJUDPV PXVW IROORZ QRQdiscrimination laws.

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Glenn Rolloffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vision for the village

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Grantsburg is moving forwardâ&#x20AC;?

by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer GRANTSBURG â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Glenn Rolloff said it is time to show off Grantsburg. The new village president used the 23rd-annual mayorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s breakfast Tuesday, May 14, to tell the guests that Grantsburg has great things to offer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have it all,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Most important, we have the people. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is one guyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vision,â&#x20AC;? Rolloff said as outlined where he sees the village going, pointing out successes but not ignoring the challenges.

He started out by mentioning the new designation of Grantsburg as a Bird City, a destination spot for bird-watchers thanks to Crex Meadows. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is a big deal to get this national recognition,â&#x20AC;? Rolloff said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are 100,000 visitors to Crex a year. We need to capture those visitors, not just let them pass through.â&#x20AC;?

The village has economic stability, Rolloff said, and is keeping its infrastructure up. He said the village is keeping its water, sewer and storm-water runoff systems in good shape â&#x20AC;&#x153;from the top of the water tower to the bottom of the Memory Lake lagoon.â&#x20AC;?

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do in Grantsburg. We need people to know that Grantsburg is open.â&#x20AC;?

â&#x20AC;&#x153;We take care of the people who made Grantsburg,â&#x20AC;? Rolloff said, adding that it is a good place for kids to get educated and

3UDLVH IURP WKH YLOODJH HQJLQHHU â&#x20AC;&#x153;You guys do have it all,â&#x20AC;? said Dan Penzkover of SEH, the villageâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s engineer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am impressed with what you have accomplished in the last 10 to 12 years.

Your board has been forward thinking.

Your village is the most accomplished in Northwest Wisconsin.â&#x20AC;?

Penzkover said Grantsburg has comSOHWHG VWUHHW DQG XWLOLW\ SURMHFWV ,W has received more than a million dollars in government grant funds and has borrowed more than a million in low-interest loans to do the work. The village has used many resources to bring the projects to success. And it has developed an electronic database of all the infrastructure details for future reference.

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seniors to retire. He said that neighborhood cooperation adds to the safety of the village, which is small enough for people to get to know their neighbors. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have nature in the village,â&#x20AC;? Rolloff said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Memory Lake is a natural resource.

There is so muck packed into three square miles. Part of the plan for the lake is to restore swimming. But there is also the forest, with ski trails, that can once again be groomed. There is so much good stuff back there in our woods. It is a biological wonderland.â&#x20AC;?

Rolloff said there are challenges in the village. He acknowledged that there is alcohol and drug abuse in the community. Old buildings in the community will come down, he said, as the village works with property owners on cleanup. It is time to improve the whole village, Rolloff said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have things to do,â&#x20AC;? Rolloff concluded. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We need to keep technology strong. School enrollment is dropping.

We need to embrace new families. We need to welcome visitors and tourists. We need to tell people that there are thingsto

Webster High School wins bragging rights E\ &DUO +HLGHO Leader staff writer WEBSTER â&#x20AC;&#x201C; If the Webster High School feels like bragging a bit, it would seem it has that right. At the Monday, May 20, meeting of the Webster School Board, Superintendent Jim Erickson told board members that the U.S. News and World Report ranking of high schools in Wisconsin has ranked the Webster High School number 43 out of the 426 districts in the state. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re doing good things,â&#x20AC;? said Erickson. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Being recognized is wonderful.â&#x20AC;?

According to Erickson, the USN ranking is based on three criteria. First is a

Burnettâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 911 call center clears final hurdle

by Jean Koelz Leader staff writer BURNETT COUNTY â&#x20AC;&#x201C; County supervisor and communications ad hoc committee Chairman Jeremy Gronski led the board of supervisors through a crash course in project management at the supervisors meeting on Thursday, May 16, in order to gain general acceptance of his committeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recommendation for the dispatch center.

The county has long recognized the need to upgrade the inadequate call center, but the process has grown complicated because of multiple technology issues and legal mandates. After years of working with consultants and exploring a number of potential solutions, the issue of recurring costs has always prevented

measure of student achievement in math and reading. The Webster students performed better than expected for students of their socioeconomic makeup.

The second measure evaluates the performance of the least advantaged students in the system. Again, the Webster students did better than the average for similar students in other schools.

The third criteria checks the college readiness of the students. This is measured by the number of students taking advanced placement classes and passing the tests. Again, the Webster students exceeded the expectations.

With a ranking that places Webster

High School in the top 10 percent of Wisconsin high schools, USN has given the school a silver award. According to Erickson, this is the third time the school has achieved this award in the past four years.

As a follow-up on that award, Erickson announced that the Webster schools will be one of eight districts that will pilot a QHZ &(6$ UHDGLQJ FHUWLĂ&#x20AC;FDWLRQ SURJUDP Initially, 22 teachers in the Webster system have volunteered to be part of this pilot offering.

The program offers the teachers 17 classes that will give them 19 higher-education credits and, when completed, will give them a DPI 316 license, special certi-

Plan to remodel, no move

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Gronski decided it was time to formalize a process so decision making could be streamlined. It may have seemed rePHGLDO EXW *URQVNL DFWXDOO\ GHĂ&#x20AC;QHG WKH word â&#x20AC;&#x153;projectâ&#x20AC;? as a starting point for a broader presentation on project management. The presentation included a slide called â&#x20AC;&#x153;Indicators of a Project in Troubleâ&#x20AC;? and included such descriptors as poor planning, lack of a detailed schedule, not understanding the problem, poor communications, lack of processes and not the right resources. Without pointing any Ă&#x20AC;QJHUV *URQVNL GLSORPDWLFDOO\ VDLG WKDW the history of the dispatch center was emEOHPDWLF RI WKHVH SUREOHPV 6SHFLĂ&#x20AC;FDOO\ he reminded everyone of past board action or, rather, a lack of action Gronski said, referring to the absence of upgrades since 1984.

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Erickson commented that having teachers with these skills will help all of the learners. The teachers will begin their studies late this summer.

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all dispatch center options that involved recurring costs. Any move of the dispatch center, even within the same building, ZRXOG UHTXLUH KLULQJ Ă&#x20AC;YH WR SHRSOH translating to an annual estimated recurULQJ FRVW RI WR :KLOH not all supervisors agree that keeping dispatch in its current location is the best option, without a funding mechanism for additional staff, the ad hoc committeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s task was to convince the board that it is the only option.

Furthermore, Gronski wanted to convince the board that although the only upgrade on a legally mandated time line is the switch to narrowband, it is in everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best interest to do all the remodeling and necessary upgrades at the same time.

The board seemed to agree. The next step is to get a realistic estimate and establish a timeline to complete the remodel by the end of the year.

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Two Unity teachers get notices of nonrenewal

Other cuts pending to balance 2013-14 budget

Brandon Robinson, these reductions will be instructional assistants.

Projections for the 2013-14 budget show D VKRUWIDOO RI QHDUO\ 6WDIĂ&#x20AC;QJ UHductions in the amount of $228,317, conby Mary Stirrat VLVWLQJ RI ZKDW HTXDOV DERXW Ă&#x20AC;YH IXOO WLPH Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Results of a closed employees, will address about half that session of the Unity School Board of shortfall. Another $178,000 is being cut Education as part of its Tuesday, May in bus and vehicle replacement, supplies, 14, meeting were to issue notices of non- athletics position and budget, and retireUHQHZDO WR FHUWLĂ&#x20AC;HG VWDII 7KH PRWLRQ WR ment savings.

7KH Ă&#x20AC;QDO LV LQ WKH IRUP RI RIIissue the nonrenewals stated that they setting revenues, consisting of a carryover ZHUH IRU Ă&#x20AC;QDQFLDO UHDVRQV Two notices have been issued but oth- and savings in the SAGE aid for small class sizes and in district advertising ers are pending. &HUWLĂ&#x20AC;HG VWDII ZKR ZHUH LVVXHG QRWLFHV sponsorships.

According to the budget reduction of nonrenewal were middle school/high school family and consumer education plan, eliminating the two elementary teacher Hailey Deleon and elementary teaching positions will save the district teacher Darcy Thompson. A second 'URSSLQJ WKH IDPLO\ DQG FRQplanned elementary nonrenewal was sumer education program will save anoffset by the resignation of third-grade RWKHU DQG GHFUHDVLQJ WKH KRXUV of the high school core teacher will save teacher Kathy Keuplis.

Another partial reduction is planned $26,894. Eliminating the 1.8 educational for a high school core teacher, but no de- services support staff positions will save $41,121. cision has been made at this point.

7KH VWDIĂ&#x20AC;QJ UHGXFWLRQV VDLG 5RELQVRQ Finally, a possible reduction in the support staff is likely, although this decision DUH LQ DOO FDVHV QHFHVVLWDWHG E\ Ă&#x20AC;QDQFLDO will not be acted upon until midsummer. constraints in the 2013-14 budget. In genThe reduction currently proposed is 1.8 eral, the number of students in the high full-time positions, but will be based on school has been smaller for the past sevthe more accurate enrollment information eral years, and so far the only reductions that will be available this summer. Most in staff have been in English and art. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is important to note that changes in likely, according to district Administrator

enrollment or course registration and the state budget are the two most important components to the school budget proFHVV Âľ 5RELQVRQ VDLG ´,W LV QRW Ă&#x20AC;QDQFLDOO\ feasible to offer classes with only a few students enrolled. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is possible that with any positive changes to the state budget for education that some of these reductions may be mitigated.â&#x20AC;?

Reduction in elementary teaching staff, KH VDLG LV VSHFLĂ&#x20AC;FDOO\ OLQNHG WR HQUROOment projections.

Regarding the high school core teacher reduction, Robinson said it might come in the science department. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There has been some decline in the number of students enrolled in chemistry 2,â&#x20AC;? he said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;but with the increase in science requirements and a change in the class to college level, any action in that regard was postponed to determine whether it is necessary.â&#x20AC;?

Numbers in the high school FCE classes have been declining in recent years, according to the rationale, and issuing the nonrenewal in that program is preferable to smaller reductions in each of the tech ed positions. There are currently three classes with enrollment of fewer than 10 students, and all high school classes have OHVV WKDQ VWXGHQWV â&#x20AC;&#x153;Students are not registering for the classes as much due to the competition for

students from articulated, transcripted or AP classes,â&#x20AC;? the rationale states. In addition, there is a shift in programming to health careers, highlighted by the exSHFWHG FHUWLĂ&#x20AC;FDWLRQ RI WKH &HUWLĂ&#x20AC;HG 1XUVing Assistant program for the spring of 2013-14.

Finally, the rationale states, Unity may offer FCE courses in the future in cooperation with Luck or Frederic, as interest increases. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This arrangement may be similar to the English position shared two years ago between Luck and Unity,â&#x20AC;? according to the rationale.

Three middle school students spoke to the board at its May 14 meeting, discussing the value of the FCE program. The comments touched on the baby-sitting, cooking and life skills that have been learned through the program and its teacher. &ODULILFDWLRQ A photo in last weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Leader incorUHFWO\ LGHQWLĂ&#x20AC;HG DXGLHQFH PHPEHUV DW WKH May 14 school board meeting as being in attendance to show support for a Native American educational initiative that was approved by the board. Many were in attendance in regard to the nonrenewal of family and consumer education teacher Hailey Deleon. Others in the photo, as well as people seated in the hallway, were there to support the new initiative.

Siren and Hayward Auto Stop convenience stores to become Holiday Stationstores HUDSON â&#x20AC;&#x201C; SSG Corporation announced today it is converting its Siren and Hayward Auto Stop stores to the Holiday Stationstores brand. SSG Executive Vice President and Chief Operating OfĂ&#x20AC;FHU *DLO 1RUGVWUDQG 'DKOVWURP VWDWHG â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have had a successful and long-term relationship with Holiday and we are pleased to expand the Holiday Station-

stores brand to our Siren and Hayward locations.â&#x20AC;? Dahlstrom continued, â&#x20AC;&#x153;We know our customers at these locations ZLOO HQMR\ WKH Ă&#x20AC;UVW UDWH SURJUDPV ZH DUH able to offer under the Holiday banner.â&#x20AC;?

Holiday Stationstores is the sole distributor of Blue Planetâ&#x201E;˘ gasoline, enriched with Smart Power engine cleaning additives. Blue Planetâ&#x201E;˘ is a top-tier

rated gasoline. The Holiday Pantry brand of proprietary sandwiches, salads and other food products distinguishes this chain.

Work on the conversion is already under way for the storesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; exterior branding. Interior store remodels are expected to be completed by early summer 2013. SSG Corporation is headquartered

in Hudson and is the owner and operator of convenience stores and liquor stores in northwestern Wisconsin and eastern Minnesota. The company was formed in July, 1971, and is owned by Burt Nordstrand and his family. Its 40 stores are operated under the Holiday, Auto Stop and Northland Liquors brands.- from SSG Corp.

Smokers employed by state may soon have to pay surcharge

by Shawn Johnson Wisconsin Public Radio STATEWIDE - State workers who smoke ZRXOG VRRQ KDYH WR SD\ D PRQWKO\ surcharge under a plan approved by theLegislatureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s budget committee.

The plan, introduced as part Gov. Scott Walkerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s budget passed on a 13-3 vote

with the support of committee co-chair 5HS -RKQ 1\JUHQ 5 0DULQHWWH

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Having worked in the private sector and in insurance, this is very consistent with how the costs are passed along to people that have behaviors that are â&#x20AC;&#x201D; letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just face it â&#x20AC;&#x201D; more likely to create additional health-care costs in the future.â&#x20AC;?

ESTATE LIQUIDATION SALE Saturday, May 25, 9 a.m.

108 N. Polk Ave., Frederic

(One block east of Jimmyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s restaurant) Furniture; outdoor items; lots of dinnerware; rugs galore; household items.

Nothing marked, make us an offer - weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll tell you if itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s crazy!

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who lie about using tobacco products.

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Garage Sale - 1003 North Hamilton St.

Fri., May 24 & Sat., May 25,

8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Many misc. items; womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clothing; baby items all gently used; books; antique tools, etc.; furniture; fishing items; Magnum decoys; boat trailer; floating dock; and much more.

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Thurs. - Sat., May 23 - 25, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Tools; building materials; commercial drill press; furniture; household goods; clothing; toys; hockey equipment; canoe & yard items.

No Early Sales

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8 a.m.-3 p.m.

Marine acc. (towables, ladder); electronics; construction equip.; clothing; dishes; leather motorcycle bags; pine armoire; sailboat; ATV winch & ramps; Blue Ox tow bar; guns.

23491 State Road 35 One mile south of Siren on Hwy. 35 by Little Mexico.

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The schedule for the services are as follows: 9 a.m. - Webb Lake Cemetery 10 a.m. - Sacred Hearts Cemetery 11 a.m. - Town of Jackson Cemetery Services will be provided by ZachHolmes American Legion Post 403 with Father Mike Tupa officiating.

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by Mary Stirrat Leader staff writer LUCK â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Luckâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new village clerk has been on the job for three weeks now and is becoming familiar with some of the faces and places of the village.

Actually, Cindy Peterson had already been somewhat familiar with the community. She began visiting when friends of hers moved here, and she started making connections while attending church at Luck Lutheran. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I wanted to stay connected because I like the town,â&#x20AC;? she said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;and then this opportunity came up.â&#x20AC;?

Peterson earned her bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in local/urban affairs â&#x20AC;&#x201C; community deYHORSPHQW IURP 6W &ORXG 6WDWH LQ Since that time she has worked with Cath$ SURSRVHG XQLW DVVLVWHG OLYLQJ IDFLOLW\ LV LQ WKH ZRUNV LQ 7D\ORUV )DOOV OHG LQ SDUW E\ WKH olic Charities, Radisson Hotels and as exVDPH JURXS WKDW PDQDJHV WKH *RRG 6DPDULWDQ VHQLRU DQG DVVLVWHG OLYLQJ IDFLOLW\ DFURVV WKH ULYHU ecutive director of economic development &LQG\ 3HWHUVRQ LQ 6W &URL[ )DOOV 3KRWR E\ *UHJ 0DUVWHQ for Kanabec County, Minn. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I really just want to do a good job, friendly, and thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an honest care about and would be operated by the Good Sa- helping to see that people here have the the community. maritan Society, who have a great reputa- best,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everyone here is very â&#x20AC;&#x153;I look forward to serving the people.â&#x20AC;? tion in the area,â&#x20AC;? he said.

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by Greg Marsten have an estimated $3.3 million overall Leader staff writer TAYLORS FALLS, Minn. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; At their cost, funded by several sources and apMonday, May 13, regular city council proaches, mainly by a housing revenue meeting, Taylors Falls Mayor Mike Bu- bond secured by a mortgage on the facilchite outlined a proposed 24-unit as- LW\ DQG D Ă&#x20AC;UVW OLHQ RQ DOO UHYHQXHV +H VDLG WKH VHFRQG VRXUFH RI Ă&#x20AC;QDQFLQJ sisted-living facility for seniors that is in the works for a seven-acre parcel of land could be a general obligation tax increin the city, as he weighed the councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s PHQWDO Ă&#x20AC;QDQFLQJ ERQG LVVXHG E\ WKH FLW\ HTXDO WR DSSUR[LPDWHO\ SHUFHQW RI WKH opinion on the venture.

Buchite said the city has been ap- projectâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s overall costs, estimated to be proached by the Community Asset Devel- DERXW $ WKLUG VRXUFH RI Ă&#x20AC;QDQFopment Group LLC, which is proposing a ing would be deferred developer and condevelopment plan for the two-dozen-unit tractor fees in the form of notes equaling facility, tentatively called the Taylors Falls DSSUR[LPDWHO\ He said there would be a minimal risk Senior Cottages project, which would be constructed on a seven-acre parcel of land to the city, noting that the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s maxiwest of Mulberry Street, land that was do- mum bonding capacity is $10 million. nated to the Good Samaritan Society by He thought it very unlikely that the city would need a future bond for several milBrian and Sandra Berg.

The mayor said that although the facil- lion dollars. Buchite assured that the city ity will be constructed and owned by the would have no responsibility in making GSS foundation, the intent was to enter payments on this type of loan.

However, Buchite said the second, TIFinto an agreement with the group, which LV WKH VDPH Ă&#x20AC;UP WKDW PDQDJHV WKH VHQLRU EDVHG DSSURDFK GRHV KDYH D VLJQLĂ&#x20AC;FDQW 7KH )UHGHULF (OHPHQWDU\ 6FKRRO ILUVW JUDGHUV ZDONHG WR WKH )UHGHULF /LEUDU\ 7XHVGD\ PRUQ housing and assisted-living facility in St. risk to the city. The cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s general obliga- LQJ 0D\ IRU D OLYHO\ KRXU RI VWRU\ WLPH FUDIWV DQG SOD\ 7KH VWDII ZHOFRPHG VWXGHQWV DQG tion bonding payments would be second- HYHU\RQH KDG D JUHDW WLPH z 3KRWR VXEPLWWHG Croix Falls.

Buchite cited a recent marketing study ary to payment of operating expenses and E\ WKH Ă&#x20AC;UP WKDW LQGLFDWHV DUHD VXSSRUW management fees, as well as the housing for the facility, which would be the third revenue bond payments.

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Or 1 Honeycrisp Apple Tree â&#x20AC;&#x153;Without a doubt, this scenario would Minn.

Greenhouse & With $25 Purchase Buchite said that in all three of those ef- not be in the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best interests,â&#x20AC;? Buchite Garden Center Good Saturday, May 25 - Saturday, June 1 forts, it was the cities, themselves, that led VDLG QRWLQJ WKDW WKH FLW\¡V Ă&#x20AC;QDQFLDO DGYLHours: Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; the development efforts. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Taylors Falls sors have reviewed the initial proposal FRUIT & ORNAMENTAL TREE SALE Sun. 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

SURSRVDO LV GLIIHUHQW LQ WKDW D GHYHORSHU and provided several options. $ Landscape 715-825-2202 Buchite requested council authorization initiated the project,â&#x20AC;? Buchite said.

Starting at Garden Center 715-554-2542 for him and Rivard to start negotiations The proposal drew generally common Location: 3 miles north of Balsam Lake on Vegetable Plants â&#x20AC;˘ Seed Potatoes support from the council. Vice Mayor with the Community Asset Development Hwy. 46, east on 200th Ave., east of VFW, Group on behalf of the city.

If that negoRoss Rivard stated that even though the First Editions Shrubbery 1/8 mile on the right. city has a cross section of people, many tiation is workable and in the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best Milltown One Of The Largest Garden Centers In The Area interests, he said they would bring the are of an older population. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are enough people in the area proposal back to the city council for full 200th Ave. â&#x20AC;˘ Custom-Made Birdhouses â&#x20AC;˘ Bird Feeders â&#x20AC;˘ VFW that are on waiting lists for this type of approval. â&#x20AC;˘ Bulk Landscaping Materials â&#x20AC;˘ Quality Plants Lakeside That proposal received full council supfacility,â&#x20AC;? he said, also calling it a potential Landscaping â&#x20AC;˘ 4 Different Colors Of Mulch â&#x20AC;˘ Flower Baskets & Greenhouse port. asset to the community. â&#x20AC;˘ Full Line Of Trees, â&#x20AC;˘ Garden Art According to company information, The Council member John Tangen also 584494 Balsam Lake Shrubs & Perennials 40L 30a,d gave his full support, calling it a marvel- Good Samaritan Society began in 1922 in ous project that would allow residents North Dakota, and is now based in Sioux to still live in Taylors Falls, maintaining Falls, S.D. They are an Evangelical Lulocal bonds and ties to family yet in a safe theran-based provider, and are now the and secure location. He was very much in QDWLRQ¡V ODUJHVW QRQSURĂ&#x20AC;W SURYLGHU RI VHnior care and services, serving more than favor of the project.

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Buchite said he was very much in favor assisted living, hospice care, inpatient and of the project, and thought it would be a outpatient therapy and specialized units Our offices will be closed great opportunity for the city, â&#x20AC;&#x153;made pos- for people with Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and demensible by a very generous gift from the Berg tia.

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Best news of the year Next week the Leader will publish the lists of awards and scholarships presented at the seven area schools we cover.

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The efforts behind procuring, organizing and presenting scholarship money - by school counselors and special scholarship foundations - cannot be understated. Hundreds of thousands of dollars - perhaps in excess of a million - is given out in Burnett and Polk counties each May, and the amount continues to grow, through those efforts and the generosity of the donors.

Schools remain the heart of each town we cover and scholarships represent the epitome of our responsibility as communities to watch after our young people, help WKHP ODXQFK WR VXFFHVVIXO OLYHV DQG VLPSO\ KHOS OHYHO WKH SOD\LQJ Ă&#x20AC;HOG LQ D ZRUOG that is constantly raising the bar - even for educational opportunities themselves.

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Our humblest gratitude to those involved in our scholarship programs - particularly those who give the money. Your contribution is a valuable one.

Memorial Day ... set the example We often rely on our schools to teach patriotism.

Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not a bad thing, but it could be argued that schools should be focusing simply on the history of America. Let the rest - the pride and honor in each individual develop as it may. How can it not, given the story of our countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history?

As another Memorial Day rolls around, it may be worth a reminder that patriotism is taught through a variety of experiences and sources. Family may be at the top of that list. If you attend a Memorial Day service this year you may notice that one of the more touching scenes involves families with children, wandering through cemHWHULHV DGRUQHG ZLWK $PHULFDQ Ă DJV &KLOGUHQ DVNLQJ TXHVWLRQV DQG VLPSO\ H[SHULencing the reverence of the occasion, from the words spoken to the volley of shots to the playing of taps.

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And as we remember those who paid the ultimate price for our country, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s good to remember that although World War II appears to still be the â&#x20AC;&#x153;gold standardâ&#x20AC;? when LW FRPHV WR WKH ´URPDQFHÂľ RI SDWULRWLVP SOHDVH UHPHPEHU WKDW VDFULĂ&#x20AC;FHV RFFXUUHG way before that - back to the original tea partiers - and long after that - to our current and ongoing military operations around the world.

One more point. Both men and women have paid the ultimate price for freedom.

Class dismissed.

Please take the time to remember our fallen military members this Memorial Day. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be setting an example, knowingly or unknowingly, for those around you.

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A Soldierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Prayer

by Maj. Gen. James B. Middleton Lord bless the wives Who grieve alone, And comfort the mothers Who mourn their own.

Give solace to the fathers, who lost their sons On foreign shores and in places unknown.

Lord strengthen the resolve of we who remain, To see that they did not Die in vain.

May everyone remember Memorial Day is a solemn observance of our men and women who gave their lives to keep our country free. God bless those who paid the ultimate price - to all our men and women who have served - and to all who are serving now.

Thank you and God bless the U.S. June Dopkins Unit 96 American Legion Auxiliary Webster

Stats versus stats I feel almost honored to have the big man himself, the Tea Party King, Bob Blake, take time out from his busy schedule of promoting survivalist doggerel to let me have a few choice pieces of his wisdom. It seems you want to save the poor bombers of the world from my inVXOWV :KDW D JX\ You might be right about one thing.

Comparing todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gun fanatics with CroMagnons is an insult to Cro-Magnons.

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So, if we just close down those evil, big cities you mentioned, we can all walk around safe and armed and be able to â&#x20AC;&#x153;take outâ&#x20AC;? those horrible liberal/progressive (isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t there any difference between WKHVH WZR LQ \RXU PLQG" YLGHR JDPH addicted mass murderers that might slip into our village?

Arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t 300 million nonmilitary guns in this nation enough for you?

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Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t ever forget the Dorchester, a ship carrying troops headed for the European campaign late in the war. It was being stalked by a German sub which would score a direct hit, instantly killing all who slept belowdecks. Freezing conditions allowed few lifeboats to be utilized, so the troops and personnel had only two choices â&#x20AC;Ś stay on the ship and wait for it to sink, or jump into 20-foot waves with half-ton ice chunks. The few survivors in lifeboats could only listen in the black of night to the sounds of the dying â&#x20AC;Ś 70-percent casualties.

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To the Democrats who are addicted to spending your money, the sky is falling because of some tightening of the belt of the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship program that buys Wisconsin land.

Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Joint Finance Committee votes to sell off stewardship programâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s legacy.â&#x20AC;?

Eau Claire Leader-Telegram says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Legislatureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s budget panel slashes state land stewardship program.â&#x20AC;?

Democrat Rep. Cory Mason says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Reckless proposal jeopardizes the future of the program.â&#x20AC;?

Kelly Green Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s step back and look at the facts.

Frederic Government owns over 16 percent of Wisconsin land.

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Another superb airplane was the B-24. DNR property already owned, such as acLed by Jimmy Doolittle, its brave pilots cessibility. The proposed motion requires were able to reach Japan and punish their a cap of 1.9 million acres and the sale of war-making ability. The consequence some already owned lands.

It appears the liberals of Wisconsin was that airmen shot down were somewould rather just borrow and spend $60 times beheaded.

To get close enough to bomb Japan, the million of your money year after year Marines had to take a lot of islands, in- with no accountability. cluding Iwo Jima. Was Iwo Jima costly?

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Letters Attention Polk County pet owners The Polk County Board of Supervisors is drafting a letter of memorandum to contract with the currently designated impound facility for stray dogs and surrendered companion animals in our county. This is important to you.

Our current â&#x20AC;&#x153;humane societyâ&#x20AC;? is a kill shelter. Even though national statistics show that every year 23 million people across the United States are consider-

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ing adding a companion animal to their homes, there are still 3-4 million healthy, treatable pets being killed today in American shelters. There are enough homes for these animals.

These shelters that also contract as the government impound and, as a result, receive money from state-mandated doglicensing money, your money, too often ends up a dead end for a pet. Are we willing to accept that when we know other communities are doing better?

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The Shelter Community Action Team is attending all 36 Polk County municipality monthly board meetings to request an ordinance to become a no-kill community, utilizing a no-kill animal shelter for

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According to news reports, the MaraWKRQ &RXQW\ 6KHULII¡V 2IĂ&#x20AC;FH :DXVDX 3Rlice Department and more than a dozen police agencies in suburban Milwaukee Bob Dreps, a veteran media law at- Dee J. Hall now withhold personal information torney, says law enforcement agencies Wisconsin State Journal obtained through state Department of across Wisconsin are â&#x20AC;&#x153;overreactingâ&#x20AC;? to Motor Vehicle records â&#x20AC;&#x201D; including the an Illinois federal court ruling by purgThe U.S. Court of Appeals for the 7th identities of people arrested. ing the names of drivers from public reDreps says the federal law was aimed Circuit, which includes Wisconsin, records.

Police in Wisconsin have begun with- versed the dismissal of a lawsuit alleging at preventing states from selling their holding the names of drivers in police that the manner in which the citations drivers license database to vendors, not reports in response to a 2012 case involv- were issued by Palatine police violated keeping the public from knowing the ing the village of Palatine, Ill. A lawsuit the federal Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Privacy Protection names of people in police reports. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The case doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have anything to do there alleged that police violated drivers Act. with public records,â&#x20AC;? Dreps says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It has The federal law lets aggrieved parties privacy rights by displaying names, addresses and other personal information go back four years and carries a manda- to do with parking tickets left on windWRU\ SHU LQFLGHQW Ă&#x20AC;QH 3DODWLQH shields.â&#x20AC;? on parking tickets left on windshields.

Dreps is representing the New Richâ&#x20AC;&#x153;The ability to have oversight over which was sued by a class of drivers who mond News, which is challenging the law enforcement is pretty minimal if you received a total of 32,000 tickets, faces a decision of local police to remove names SRWHQWLDO PLOOLRQ Ă&#x20AC;QH ,W KDV DSSHDOHG FDQ¡W Ă&#x20AC;QG RXW ZKR¡V LQYROYHG LQ DQ LQfrom two accident reports and a report FLGHQW Âľ 'UHSV VD\V ´:LWKRXW QDPHV to the U.S. Supreme Court.

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Dreps warns that this could lead to bi- in Wisconsin, and does not change the Trip.

In a letter to the paperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s publisher, zarre situations in which names of some stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Open Records Law. But some law alleged perpetrators, crime victims and enforcement agencies here are nonethe- Steve Dzubay, New Richmond Police witnesses are kept secret while others â&#x20AC;&#x201D; less blacking out information that was Chief Mark Samelstad said he wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t those without driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s licenses â&#x20AC;&#x201D; appear once routinely available. (Ironically, law put the city at risk â&#x20AC;&#x153;by releasing certain enforcement agencies in Illinois do not information to the public that has been in incident reports.

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impounded and surrendered companion animals.

Contact your local town, village or city board members and request they support this ordinance. If you prefer, with your request, we will add your name to our list of Polk County citizens wishing to support this ordinance countywide.

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Tanya Borg Shelter Community Action Team Polk County restricted by state or federal courts.â&#x20AC;?

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Perhaps a federal judge or the U.S. Supreme Court will clear things up and allow police in Wisconsin to keep their black marking pens where they belong â&#x20AC;&#x201D; in the drawer.

Your Right to Know is a monthly column distributed by the Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council online at wisfoic.org, D QRQSURĂ&#x20AC;W JURXS GHGLFDWHG WR RSHQ JRYHUQment. Dee J. Hall is a reporter for the Wisconsin State Journal and secretary of the council.

Burnett County Republican Party honored at state convention ROTHSCHILD - The Burnett County Republican Party was presented with the Wisconsin Award by the Republican Party of Wisconsin at their annual state convention on Saturday, May 4. The Wisconsin Award is given in recognition of superior political performance in promoting the conservative cause and demonstrates the highest level of achievement

in the tiered RPW county party award program. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This award represents hundreds of hours of effort on the part of our hardworking local Republican volunteers, and I am delighted and honored to receive it on behalf of all of us,â&#x20AC;? remarked Burnett County Republican Party Chairman Laurie Riemer, who was one of the delegates

representing Burnett County at the convention. Gov. Scott Walker and U.S. Rep. Paul Ryan personally congratulated each award-winning county party chairman.

Along with their counterparts from all over the state, Burnett County Republicans donated to a food drive as part of the convention. All together, more than 1,800 pounds of food was collected for the

Marathon County Hunger Coalition.

The food drive was initiated by U.S. Rep. Sean Duffy, who served as convention chairman. With over 1,000 attendees, this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s convention became one of the most successful off-year conventions in state Republican Party history. - from Burnett County Republican Party

Local citizens to join national March Against Monsanto

To be held May 25 across from the Overlook in St. Croix FallsÂ

ada. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our small gathering is one of the very few that are not in large metropolitan areas; our view is that we still have a voice if we choose to use it,â&#x20AC;? notes the MAM release. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Farms dominate our landscape LUCK - March Against Monsanto St. here, and it is important to show support Croix Falls has announced that on Satur- to those who work so hard to provide us GD\ 0D\ D JURXS RI ORFDOV IURP ERWK with real food. Monsanto, the company counties, as well as Barron County, will that brought us DDT and Agent Orange, gather to share awareness of genetically KDV LQĂ&#x20AC;OWUDWHG PDQ\ RI RXU IDUPV ZLWK PRGLĂ&#x20AC;HG RUJDQLVPV DV SDUW RI WKH LQWHUQD- WKHLU JHQHWLFDOO\ PRGLĂ&#x20AC;HG VHHGV DFURVV the country.â&#x20AC;? tional March Against Monsanto.

Information will be handed out on This is a peaceful gathering with the inwhere to purchase â&#x20AC;&#x153;real food,â&#x20AC;? what tent to inform the public, according to a news release from MAM. More than 64 to watch for when in the grocery store, countries have labeled or banned GMO and stories will be shared of how lives crops, but not the United States or Can- have been changed for those who have

changed the way they shop, cook and eat.

The global March Against Monsanto is taking place in over 370 locations in over 49 countries, spanning six continents. More information on the project can be found at march-against-monsanto. com. The local group can be found on Facebook at March Against Monsanto SCF. Participants to the march are encouraged to wear a red T-shirt.

Kristine Emerson, an organizer of the event, says she was inspired to lead the march because, â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is the one issue facing our country that affects absolutely everyone: our parents, our friends, our kids, our grandkids and their grandkids.

America is the country responsible for introducing these toxins into the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

food supply, and there is no excuse that we should be the last country to stand up DJDLQVW WKH LJQRUDQFH RI WKH UDPLĂ&#x20AC;FDWLRQV of GMOs.â&#x20AC;?

Lisa Smith, also an organizer of the event, has her own reasons. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have the right to choose whether or not we want to poison ourselves or our children.

Our government has allowed Monsanto, as well as other companies, to genetically modify our food under the guise of being able to solve the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hunger problems. What they are really doing is poisoning the land, the animals and humans that inhabit the Earth. That is completely unacceptable.â&#x20AC;? - from MAM St. Croix Falls

Search conducted for Shell Lake girl missing since 1996 WASHBURN COUNTY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The WashEXUQ &RXQW\ 6KHULII¡V 2IĂ&#x20AC;FH FRQGXFWHG an extensive ground and water search on Thursday, May 16, and Friday, May 17, for Sara Bushland who has been considered missing and endangered since April 3, 1996.

The search was conducted in cooperation with and the consent of Marie Lambert, Bushlandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mother and Jim Lambert, stepfather, on property owned

by Marie and Jim Lambert. The Lamberts along with Bushandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sister, Lesley, provide continued cooperation in HIIRUWV WR Ă&#x20AC;QG %XVKODQG Many agencies and personnel assisted WKH :DVKEXUQ &RXQW\ 6KHULII¡V 2IĂ&#x20AC;FH Investigators in this search including Wisconsin Division of Criminal Investigation, city of Superior/Douglas County Dive Team, St. Louis County, Minn., Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Search and Rescue, cadaver

K-9 units from the Midwest, Wisconsin Emergency Management and Wisconsin National Guard.

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active until such time she is located. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We will continue to do what has to be done to provide closure to Saraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s family and friends and hold any and all responsible for her disappearance. We will leave no stone unturned in our efforts,â&#x20AC;? comPHQWHG D ODZ HQIRUFHPHQW RIĂ&#x20AC;FLDO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; with information from WCSD

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Polk County to host 2014 Governorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fishing Opener

Balsam Lake gets the honor for second time, county for a fourth timeÂ

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer ST. CROIX FALLS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; While the secret has been out for weeks, the location was RIĂ&#x20AC;FLDOO\ XQNQRZQ XQWLO PRUH UHFHQWO\ DV DQ RIĂ&#x20AC;FLDO DQQRXQFHPHQW ODVW 7KXUVGD\ May 16, at the Polk County Information &HQWHU FRQĂ&#x20AC;UPHG WKDW 3RON &RXQW\ DQG PRUH VSHFLĂ&#x20AC;FDOO\ %DOVDP /DNH ZLOO KRVW the 2014 Governorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fishing Opener next spring, May 2-4. ´<RX KDYH WR ELG IRU WKH KRVWLQJ Âľ stated info center director Sue Mathews. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I did that about four years ago.â&#x20AC;?

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The event locations and staging areas are still pending, but Mathews said Paradise Landing has agreed to host the Friday evening banquet, where the governor

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early, but people line up weddings and other events early, also,â&#x20AC;? Mathews said.

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Mathews said, noting the volunteer efforts of several people, some of whom have been involved in the past and remained involved this time, as well. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There is only one Governorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fishing 2SHQHU Âľ VKH VDLG ´7KLV LV WKH RIĂ&#x20AC;FLDO site. There are counties that would love to have the honor, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s right here, once DJDLQ Âľ Expect further updates on the event as time passes and some of the plans are soOLGLĂ&#x20AC;HG ´,W¡V QRW DOO VHW LQ VWRQH \HW Âľ VKH said.

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SCF Plan Commission tours NSP lands

Possible conveyance back to the city considered

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer ST. CROIX FALLS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The St. Croix Falls Plan Commission and several common council members took their meeting on the road Monday, May 20, as they toured the riverfront lands Northern States Power may be conveying back into either city or private property.

Starting at the National Park Service headquarters at West Massachusetts Street and North Hamilton Street, where they walked a rough trail that loosely follows the platted Franklin Street, through wet and, often, seeping wetlands on crude docks, sheets of plywood and occasional bridge to the intersection with Pennsylvania Street to the north, near the so-called â&#x20AC;&#x153;rock pileâ&#x20AC;? just past the intersection.

They not only were looking at the possibility of recommending the city negotiate with the utility, but they also were weighLQJ SRVVLEOH XVHV SXEOLF EHQHĂ&#x20AC;W DQG HYHQ existing private structures that may be on some of the lands in question. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a lot of encroachments (on ERWK 163 DQG FLW\ ODQGV Âľ VWDWHG FLW\ $Gministrator Joel Peck.

Many of the areas were quite wet or almost muddy, meaning any trails would require extensive boardwalks, bridging or some other option, under existing federal and state rules. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pretty clearly a lot of wetlands,â&#x20AC;?

Mayor Brian Blesi commented.

The pell-mell collection of trail surfaces took a true toll, as Alderperson Loreen Morrell stumbled on a portion of the trail and had to turn back.

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ers, but the city has full access to those docks under the agreements.

But the several parcels the city is considering buying on the riverfront property have strict development regulations, and even proposed trail decking would need to follow strict engineering, which could impact that possible option. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It might be cost prohibitive,â&#x20AC;? Peck noted, if that decking would need to be metal.

Plan commission member and engineer Warren White also noted that along the way, the amount of existing city riverfront needed to be considered. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Is that essential? Is it the same function as the Lions Park that the city owns and pays to maintain?â&#x20AC;? White said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have to ask myself.â&#x20AC;?

Blesi also noted that several of the adjacent property owners have expressed interest in buying the lands, which Blesi asked the commission to consider. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Some of the property without contiguous landowners ... NSP could just put it on the market. How does that affect the city?â&#x20AC;? Blesi said.

The trail walk noted one area on the northern end of the possible conveyed land at the intersection of Franklin and Pennsylvania which has a gradual slope, nearby existing alleyway and a possible spot for a canoe launch or dock, even. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Here you actually have something that is already open,â&#x20AC;? Blesi said, which the commission seemed to note as the best location for any city public access. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pretty property here,â&#x20AC;? White conĂ&#x20AC;UPHG ´7KLV KDV SRVVLELOLWLHV Âľ &RPPLVVLRQHUV DQG FRXQFLO PHPEHUV GLVFXVVHG WKH ODQGV LQ TXHVWLRQ ZLWK /DXUD +RMHP DQG The commission discussed possible -LOO 0HGODQG / WR 5 RI WKH 1DWLRQDO 3DUN 6HUYLFH As they traversed the riverfront, Blesi reminded the group of their purpose for walking the approximately half-mile route. ´:H QHHG WR NHHS LQ PLQG WKH SRVVLEOH

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Another common question involved the possible impact of private conveyance, and how the lands would be in conservation easements or have full public access, either through a trail or a rough road.

They also looked over possible spots for a proposed day docking site or even canoe launch, since the former launch site at the NPS headquarters was removed several years ago with the new building construction.

The city currently leases half a dozen dock sites to private or adjacent landown-

trailing and access issues later with two National Park Service employees, Laura Hojem and Jill Medland. â&#x20AC;&#x153;About the only thing anyone could be allowed to build is a boardwalk,â&#x20AC;? Medland said.

Regardless of developmental limits in the federal waterway, NSP has said they would likely require strict conservation limits on the land sales. The city has several unplatted roadways and alleyways throughout the property, and even out into the river, which was at a lower level prior to dam construction decades ago.

NSP has said they want to keep the underwater lands and some other parcels.

The commission also discussed possible ways the city could either do plantings or restoration to native vegetation on some of the river-way lands, as well as ways to stabilize some of the banks along the river, but few answers were obvious.

However, as to what the city might want to see as an example, Medland recommended they visit the Norway Point Landing north of Grantsburg, where an elaborate DNR boardwalk system has been built, as a comparison of how the city might consider trails in the wet areas.

The commission and common council visited two sites under consideration for action, near White Pine Park for Lakeland Communications easement, as well as a tour of city property at Lincoln Street and Maple Drive for mountain bike trail expansion.

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Burnett County Admin Committee tackles long list of housekeeing items

by Jean Koelz Leader staff writer BURNETT COUNTY â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Many times, the agenda for an administration committee meeting is a list of items already completed â&#x20AC;&#x201C; or at least set in motion â&#x20AC;&#x201C; by another committee that simply needs to be formalized. Such was the case on Monday, May 20, when the Burnett County Administration Committee met.

The committee met in closed session to discuss legal counsel regarding former jail Administrator Terry Nesvoldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grievance. When the committee reconvened, it SDVVHG D PRWLRQ WR RIĂ&#x20AC;FLDOO\ GHQ\ WKH JULHYDQFH DV ´XQWLPHO\Âľ PHDQLQJ WKDW 1HVYROG ZDLWHG WRR ORQJ WR Ă&#x20AC;OH LW DFFRUGLQJ WR FRXQW\ SROLF\ 7KLV DFWLRQ SODFHV WKH EDOO back in Nesvoldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s court to determine if he will pursue the matter through legal action.

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Dad faces DUI charges with 11-year-old in car

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer ST. CROIX FALLS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; A broken taillight on a boat trailer led a Wisconsin State Patrol trooper to stop and later arrest a 38-year-old Barronett man for DUI and possession of marijuana, with his 11-year-old son in the vehicle at the time.

The incident occurred on the evening of Sunday, May 19, on Hwy. 8 in St. Croix Falls and led to the arrest of

Isaac Neitzel, who admitted to drinking earlier in the day. A subsequent search of his person also revealed a small amount of marijuana and paraphernalia.

While Neitzel was taken into custody on the criminal charges, police arranged for a family member to take the preteen boy home.

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Man faces fourth DUI and drug charge

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer ST. CROIX FALLS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; A report of a possibly intoxicated man driving across the parking lot of the Dalles House Motel in St. Croix Falls led to the arrest of the man, who admitted to drinking and admitted to having marijuana on his person.

The incident occurred in the early-morning hours of Sunday, May 19, when the call came in. Police responded to the scene and found David A. Bowman, 36, Minneapolis, behind the wheel.

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Webster schools welcomes new principals E\ &DUO +HLGHO Leader staff writer WEBSTER - With Webster High School Principal Tim Widiker leaving to take the superintendentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s position in the St. Croix Central School District, two new principals have joined the Webster administraWLYH VWDII -RVK +HWIHOG ZLOO Ă&#x20AC;OO WKH KLJK school principal position left open by Widikerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s resignation, and Diana Lesneski ZLOO Ă&#x20AC;OO WKH QHZO\ FUHDWHG SRVLWLRQ RI middle school principal.

Lesneskiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s position was created by an administrative decision to return to the former structure of a high school for grades 9-12, and a middle school for JUDGHV $FFRUGLQJ WR :LGLNHU WKLV LV a move that will create a more manageable situation for the principals, and it will provide more direct support for the teaching staff.

one of Hetfeldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s strengths is his ability to listen and to get to know people.

'LDQD /HVQHVNL Lesneski was a seventh-grade geography teacher at the Ashland Middle School before taking the Webster Middle School position. She was a seventh-grade team leader and AMS Response to Intervention leader. She also served on numerous district committees and councils.

In light of Websterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s decision to purchase the Chromebook technology for JUDGHV LW¡V LQWHUHVWLQJ WR QRWH WKDW Lesneski is well-acquainted with that technology. She was one of two teachers implementing a one-to-one Chromebook initiative designed to engage students in the Ashland system.

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She continued, â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is obvious that everywith youth basketball and softball. +HWIHOG KDV QR VSHFLĂ&#x20AC;F SODQV IRU KLV SR- one here is focused on supporting the stuHetfeldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wife, Jennifer, sells real estate sition in the schools at this time. He con- dents of Webster as they learn and grow.â&#x20AC;?

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Sirenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lilacfest unhindered by rain

by Jean Koelz Leader staff writer SIRENâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Sirenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual Lilacfest, the DUHD¡V RIĂ&#x20AC;FLDO NLFNRII IRU WKH VXPPHU VHDson, was held on Saturday, May 18. The village of Siren (originally spelled Syren ZKLFK LV 6ZHGLVK IRU OLODF FHOHEUDWHV LWV Scandinavian heritage annually with a traditional Swedish breakfast and bake sale at the United Methodist church, lilac sales, a communitywide garage sale, a farmers PDUNHW DQG NLWH Ă \LQJ ZLWK WKH 0LQQHsota Kite Society.

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How close is too close for election observers?

by Shamane Mills Wisconsin Public Radio MADISON - State lawmakers are considering a bill to allow election observers to get closer to voters and poll workers.

The bill sponsored by Rep. Done Pridemore, R-Erin, originally allowed election observers to be within three feet. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s now pushed it back a couple of feet. But for some, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s still too close. Pewaukee election clerk Nancy Zastrow says poll workers need elbowroom. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This requirement will be very hard to accommodate for most of our polling places throughout Wisconsin. Having an observer within close proximity to our election workers will be distracting.â&#x20AC;?

But an election board commissioner in Milwaukee, Bob Spindell, supports the bill allowing observers to be closer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When somebody canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t see whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going on they immediately think fraud, problems, et cetera.â&#x20AC;?

Democrats on the Assembly election committee repeatedly asked anyone mentioning or asserting fraud to verify how widespread it is. During the 2012 election, Milwaukee County prosecuted only 10 people for voter fraud. The election commission director for Milwaukee, Neil Albrecht, told lawmakers he opposes the bill, which allows observers to be within Ă&#x20AC;YH IHHW RI YRWHUV DV WKH\ JLYH SROO ZRUNers their name and address. They can be

just as close when a person registers to ing, particularly in an era of increasing vote by showing personal documents. awareness of identity theft.â&#x20AC;?

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Sam Schwieger launched a towering home run and eventually Grantsburg was able to catch up and tie the score at four in the third inning.

Both teams threatened to break the deadlock with runners on base and L/F even had a run thrown out at the plate that would have put them ahead in the top of the seventh. Grantsburg, then in their half of the seventh proceeded to load *UDQWVEXUJ V +RSH 7XFNHU FRPHV KRPH WR D SLOH RI KDSS\ 3LUDWHV DIWHU KLWWLQJ D ZDON RII JUDQG up the bases and bring up Hope Tucker.

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â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘ LA CROSSE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Former Frederic athlete and UW-Stout senior Zach An derson is getting set to compete at WKH 'LYLVLRQ RXWGRRU WUDFN DQG Ă&#x20AC;HOG championships in La Crosse on May DORQJ ZLWK IRUPHU /XFN DWKOHWH Roger Steen who will be competing in the shot put for UW-Eau Claire. Anderson will compete in the decathlon after defending his WIA decathlon title.

Anderson has a total of three multievent All-America honors to his name.

Along with second place at the D3 indoor championships, he was fourth at the 2012 outdoor championship and sixth at the 2012 indoor championship.

Anderson is seeded second overall. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; with information from blugolds.com and athletics.uwstout.edu â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘ CENTURIA â&#x20AC;&#x201C; St. Croix Valley Raceway fell victim to Mother Nature for an unprecedented fourth consecutive week, further delaying the trackâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s season opener. With threatening weather KRYHULQJ WUDFN RIĂ&#x20AC;FLDOV SUHSDUHG WKH facility for the belated season opener throughout the day until a cloudburst at 4:30 p.m. washed away all hopes of racing for the evening. Attention now turns to Friday, May 24, and the second-annual 'DYH\ 7DERU 0HPR rial, The Valleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tribute to a dear friend and sprint enthusiast. Defending champion %URRNH 7DWQHOO will return to defend his title along with the rest of the UMSS winged sprint series racers. Also part of the 7KXQGHU LQ the Valley series will be SCVR regular classes, the Future Fours, Pure Stocks, WISSOTA Midwest Modifieds, and UMSS Traditional and Micro Sprints. )LUVW JUHHQ Ă DJ LV VHW WR Ă \ DW p.m. For more information on this or other scheduled events this summer at SCVR, visit the trackâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website, SCVraceway.com. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; submitted â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘ &255(&7,21 - In last weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s West Lakeland Conference track story, the article made an error in the name of the winner in the girls 1,600- and 3,200-meter run. The article incorrectly stated that Kally Schiller was the VHFRQG SODFH Ă&#x20AC;QLVKHU LQ WKH DQG Ă&#x20AC;UVW SODFH Ă&#x20AC;QLVKHU LQ WKH PHWHU run. The article should have named Webster senior Emma Kelby as the VHFRQG SODFH Ă&#x20AC;QLVKHU LQ WKH DQG Ă&#x20AC;UVW SODFH Ă&#x20AC;QLVKHU LQ WKH PHWHU run. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Marty Seeger â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘ LEADER LAND â&#x20AC;&#x201C; /RFDO VSRUWV WLG bits to share? Please contact the Leader by 4:30 p.m. on Mondays to go in Extra Points. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Marty Seeger

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L/F makes last-minute comeback in Unity playoff

But facing playoff elimination and the end of their already weather-shortened season seemed to bring them life, and the L/F bats recovered smartly and made that GHĂ&#x20AC;FLW VHHP OLNH QRW TXLWH HQRXJK 7KH\ VWDUWHG WKHLU Ă&#x20AC;QDO LQQLQJ ZLWK three straight singles from the top of their order. Lara Harlander, Emily Amundson DQG $YHU\ 6WHHQ DOO UHDFKHG DQG Ă&#x20AC;OOHG WKH bases. Cleanup batter Otlo then clocked a two-strike Thomfohrda pitch sharp into VKRUW EXW WKH 8QLW\ LQĂ&#x20AC;HOG ZDV UDWWOHG and, instead of a double play, the ball HQGHG XS LQ VKRUW ULJKW Ă&#x20AC;HOG FOHDULQJ WKH bases and tying the game with Otlo on third and no outs.

L/F third baseman Tessa Clemenson NHSW KHU VTXDG DOLYH ZLWK DQ LQĂ&#x20AC;HOG VLQgle, but Otlo stayed on third. Lexi DomaJDOD SRSSHG XS IRU WKH Ă&#x20AC;UVW RXW OHDYLQJ Gustafson a chance for heroics which she was able to pull off, pumping her pitch into short left, allowing Otlo to score the winning run and extending the L/F season for another game.

It was a grand and bizarre end to an otherwise strange, weather-shortened season for Unity, who was able to defeat the L/F girls in Balsam Lake just two weeks earlier as they opened their brief West Lakeland Conference play.

Unity loses four seniors to graduation: Jorgenson, Shay Nelson, Sarah Bader and Taylor Heathman. With the win, Luck/ Frederic moved on to play top-seeded Grantsburg this week in the second round of playoff action.

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by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer FREDERIC â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Luck/Frederic softball squad made a valiant, last-inning comeback to defeat the Unity Eagles and H[WHQG WKHLU VHDVRQ LQ WKHLU Ă&#x20AC;UVW URXQG WIAA Regional playoff game on Thursday, May 16, in Frederic. The L/F girls won on a one-out double by Carly Gustafson that sent pitcher Abbie Otlo home IRU WKH ZLQQLQJ UXQ LQ D ZDON RII YLFtory.

The contest was pretty evenly matched to that point, with the Eagles capitalizing on several solid innings at the plate, spreading their scoring out over three innings. Eagle shortstop Shauna Jorgenson led the Unity offense going 3-3 with two doubles, a single and an RBI, as well as a run scored. The Unity bats combined for a dozen hits of L/F starter Abbie Otlo.

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Saints end tough softball season Webster/Siren softball season ends &XPEHUODQG 6W &URL[ )DOOV

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer CUMBERLAND â&#x20AC;&#x201C; It was a rough year all around for the Saints softball program this season, as they ended it on Thursday, 0D\ ZLWK D Ă&#x20AC;UVW URXQG SOD\RII ORVV WR Cumberland. The Saints went 0-4 in the conference, 0-8 overall, and could count on one hand the amount of times they were able to get a practice in outdoors.

The Cumberland loss was bitter sweet too, for senior Natalie Sempf, who was injured just days before in the teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s conference loss to Webster/Siren. â&#x20AC;&#x153;One of those things where she really

wanted to be out there, but I told her, you have college ball now next year,â&#x20AC;? said second-year coach Clayton Hanson, who Ă&#x20AC;JXUHG 6HPSI¡V QH[W FRDFK DW WKH 8QLYHUsity of St. Thomas wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t appreciate the possibility of injuring her knee even more.

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you just enjoy the ride, and I think the girls did too,â&#x20AC;? Hanson said.

Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always next year too, and the Saints are still building on a lot of young, raw talents. Of the 30 athletes on varsity and JV, only seven were juniors and seniors, and four of those had varsity experience. Still, with several talented JV players and good numbers, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no reason why Hanson shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be optimistic. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I saw a lot of improvements from last year,â&#x20AC;? he said.

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Webster boys take second at regional, girls third Siren girls track takes Ă&#x17E;fthĆ&#x201A; boys sixth

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer WEBSTER â&#x20AC;&#x201C; It was soggy at times, but the Division 3 track regional in Webster went on without a hitch on Monday, May 20, with a pile of Tigers headed to the WIAA sectional scheduled for Colfax Thursday, May 23. As a team, it was Glenwood City on top for the boys, followed by Webster, Turtle Lake/Clayton, Prairie Farm, Clear Lake, Siren, New Auburn and Shell Lake. For the girls, it was also Glenwood City on top, followed by Shell Lake, Webster, Turtle Lake/Clayton, Siren, Clear Lake, Prairie Farm and New Auburn.

Starting with the Webster boys, there will be black and orange in nine different events starting with the 4x800-meter relay team, which took second overall with a time of 9:03.83. Team members included Andrew Schrooten, Billy Cooper, Max Norman and Matt Smith. Schrooten also UDQ LQ WKH PHWHU UXQ WDNLQJ Ă&#x20AC;UVW RYHUDOO ZLWK D WLPH RI DQG WHDPmate Matt Smith took second in the event with a time of 11:06.90.

Cullan Hopkins earned his way through four different events for the Tigers that includes the 4x400-meter relay team with teammates Nathan Gatten, Zac Koelz and Cooper. The team took fourth in the event

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Websterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jess Peterson took second place in the pole vault, clearing the bar at 12 feet.

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Weather holds for Frederic D2 regional track Frederic/Luck boys Ă&#x17E;nish thirdĆ&#x201A; Unity girls fourth

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer FREDERIC â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Three area teams competed among eight others at the Division 2 regional track meet in Frederic on Monday, May 20, and nearly every event featured an area athlete who will represent their town at the sectional meet scheduled for Bloomer Thursday, May 23.

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Frederic/Luck, Cumberland, Barron and took third with a time of 17.41 seconds.

Senior Adam Parker will be competing Grantsburg.

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Jesse Vlasnik took second in the 400-meter placing second in the event with a time of GDVK ZLWK D WLPH RI DQG &ROWRQ 6R)UHGHULF /XFN JLUOV UHVXOWV )UHGHULF /XFN JLUOV TXDOLĂ&#x20AC;HG LQ VHYHQ )UHGHULF /XFN VHQLRU 3DLJH %XUWRQ rensen took third in the 110-meter hurdles different events, with Nicole Nelson will compete in the triple jump after tak- with a time of 17.36. Sorensen will also going to sectionals in the 100-meter dash ing second at regionals with a distance of compete in the 4x200-meter relay after after she took third place with a time of 30-04.

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Emma Pedersen will be heading to cessful regional track meet in qualifying Unityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 4x400-meter relay team will be sectionals in the 300-meter hurdles after for seven events, starting with the 100- heading to sectionals after taking third overall with a time of 3:46.06. Team members include Max LeCaptain, Nolan Mer*UDQWVEXUJ V $GDP 3DUNHU DGYDQFHG IURP rill, Justin Bradley and Jesse Vlasnik. The UHJLRQDOV LQ ERWK WKH GLVFXV DQG VKRW SXW Eagles are also sending the 4x800-meter relay team that took third place. Roen Aronson, Zach Johnson, Eli Vos Benkowski DQG 0DWW 3HWHUVRQ Ă&#x20AC;QLVKHG ZLWK D WLPH RI

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Erland Olson completed the 800-meter run in second place with a time of 2:07.90.

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Saints get several through to sectional meet Girls qualify in Ĺ&#x201C;Ĺ&#x2019; diČ&#x201D;erent events

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer HAMMOND â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Saints boys and girls track teams traveled to the Division 2 regional track meet in Hammond on Monday, May 20, and managed to get several athletes through to the sectional meet scheduled for Thursday, May 23, in Bloomer.

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Luck/Frederic wraps up conference games Home runs the diČ&#x201D;erence maker in win over SCF /XFN )UHGHULF 6W &URL[ )DOOV

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer LUCK â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Luck/Frederic baseball ZUDSSHG XS WKHLU Ă&#x20AC;QDO ZHHN RI FRQIHUence games last week with a 7-1 loss against Turtle Lake/Clayton on Tuesday, May 14, followed by a 6-3 win over the Saints on Thursday, May 16. It was a solid game for L/F as they jumped out to an HDUO\ OHDG LQ WKH Ă&#x20AC;UVW LQQLQJ DQG PDQaged to hold it through seven innings. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was not sure what to expect coming into this game. We had senior trip the day before, second time playing the Saints in four days. But we came out swinging the bats early,â&#x20AC;? said L/F coach Ryan Humpal.

Karsten Petersen hit a double in the leadoff spot to get things started and Dylan LeMay tripled, while Zach Schmidt doubled. With one on, and only one out, Trent Strapon came through with a home run to make it a 4-0 game, and Kyle Hunter followed with a solo shot to left Ă&#x20AC;HOG IRU EDFN WR EDFN KRPHUV â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was great to see the boys come out DQG IHHG RII HDFK RWKHU DQG JDLQ FRQĂ&#x20AC;dence at the plate. Our pitching combination of Brodie Kunze and Logan Hamack held the Saints in check.â&#x20AC;?

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The Saints went two scoreless innings before getting on the board in the top of the third, when Kyle Koshiol led the inning off with a single, followed by another single from Jacob Jacobson.

Hitting in the leadoff spot, Saints third baseman Michael Chernyaev smacked a WKUHH UXQ KRPH UXQ WR OHIW Ă&#x20AC;HOG )URP WKDW point forward, however, L/F pitching was able to prevent any further damage. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Overall, this was another great win moving our record to 7-6. Hopefully, we continue to play well going into next week, getting ready for the playoffs,â&#x20AC;?

Humpal said.

Leading L/F at the plate was Schmidt, who went 2 for 3 and scored twice, while Hunter also went 2 for 3 and scored once.

Dylan Lynch went 2 for 3 at the plate for the Saints. The Saints pitching did a nice job with exception to the opening inning.

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*UDQWVEXUJ 6LUHQ :HEVWHU WEBSTER â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Grantsburg scattered 12 hits for 14 runs against Siren/Webster on Thursday, May 16, which included the 3LUDWHV Ă&#x20AC;UVW KRPH UXQ RI WKH VHDVRQ IURP Austin Thoreen that sparked a three-run fourth inning. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not much of an exaggeration to say it was a moon shot,â&#x20AC;? said Grantsburg coach Pete Johnson, who seemed pleased with the Pirates hitting throughout the QLJKW ´/XFDV :LOOLV DQG %UDQGRQ 5\DQ hit three and four in our lineup. Tonight they were shooting the ball all over the place.â&#x20AC;? *UDQWVEXUJ VFRUHG WZR UXQV LQ WKH Ă&#x20AC;UVW LQQLQJ DQG DGGHG DQRWKHU Ă&#x20AC;YH UXQV LQ WKH VHFRQG WR WDNH D OHDG 7KH 3LUDWHV added another four runs in the third inning on four hits to lead 11-1.

Siren/Webster hit the ball well, getting seven hits off Pirates senior Brady Thompson who went four innings with two strikeouts, three walks and three earned runs. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Webster has some good bats in their lineup,â&#x20AC;? Johnson said.

Hitting No. 2 in the lineup for Siren/ Webster, Aaron Dietmeier went 3 for 3 and scored twice, and Alex Hopkins went 2 for 2 in the leadoff spot with a walk and a run scored. Ryan Curtis and Dade McCarthy each had a hit, as well.

Thoreen and Willis each had two hits for the Pirates. Willis, Bryce Ryan and Thoreen each scored three times. Other Pirate hitters included Gus Johnson, Brody Bonneville, Austin Handy, Thompson and Austin Swenson.

*UDQWVEXUJ &DPHURQ %$/':,1 ² $ QLQH UXQ Ă&#x20AC;UVW LQQLQJ DOlowed the Pirates to take control of their game early against Cameron Monday, May 20, between intermittent showers that have become all too commonplace

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Grantsburgâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nine runs came on just two hits and with help from four walks and a hit batter. Gus Johnson hit an RBI single in the inning and catcher Austin Thoreen hit a two-RBI single. The Pirates totaled eight hits in the win, with Thoreen going 2 for 2 and Brady Thompson going 4 for 4. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The first inning was about all we had, offensively, tonight. We drew eight walks and had four hits. After that, we kind of went into a shell,â&#x20AC;? Johnson said.

Tristan Brewer was the starting pitcher allowing one hit, two walks with three strikeouts in two innings. Austin Swenson went three innings, allowing four hits, with two strikeouts and Andrew &R\ Ă&#x20AC;QLVKHG WKH QLJKW ZLWK WZR LQQLQJV of work with no walks, three hits and a strikeout.

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Regional baseball playoffs begin Thursday

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer FREDERIC â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The WIAA regional baseball playoffs will be taking place this week starting with Division 2 on 7KXUVGD\ 0D\ DV WKH 1R VHHG 6W Croix Falls travels to Amery to take on the No. 4 seeded Warriors beginning at S P Also in Division 2, the No. 4 seeded Siren/Webster baseball team is hosting 1R VHHGHG 6SRRQHU RQ )ULGD\ 0D\

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Central, 410, and St. Croix Falls, 460.

Unity senior Evan Lunda had a solid day of golf for the Eagles and will be moving on to the sectional tournament as an individual. He shared the best score of the tournament with Collin Matthews of Amery, and Mike Henck of Osceola with

by Marty Seeger a score of 76.

Leader staff writer â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was sweet to see Evan Lunda adOSCEOLA â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Another solid season for the Unity Eagles golf season came to a vance to sectionals,â&#x20AC;? Stencil said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;His GLIĂ&#x20AC;FXOW HQG RQ 7XHVGD\ 0D\ DW WKH group was very competitive. They know Krooked Kreek Golf Course near Osceola, each other and have played against each as the Eagles battled rough conditions in other several times. It was good to see the number of spectators following them. rain, wind and cold. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tournament time is always bitter- They were not disappointed. Evan stayed sweet,â&#x20AC;? said Eagles coach Larry Stencil. within himself, kept the ball in play and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Teams compete to advance along with just played competitive golf. He handled each player looking to advance in the in- the rain and thick rough by hitting fairways and greens. A truly remarkable perdividual division.â&#x20AC;?

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Only the top four teams are eligible to out of 11 teams with a total team score of 378. Osceola was the overall winner with move on to the sectional tournament, and a score of 324, followed by Somerset, 337, the top four individuals who are not part $PHU\ (OOVZRUWK &XPEHUODQG of a qualifying team are eligible for the 364, Durand, 369, Unity, 378, Prescott, sectional tournament, which will be held 381, Baldwin-Woodville, 402, St. Croix at Turtleback Golf Course in Rice Lake on Tuesday, May 28, beginning at 9 a.m.

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(YDQ /XQGD VKRRWV IRU WKH JUHHQ GXULQJ DQ HDUOLHU PDWFK WKLV VHDVRQ z )LOH SKRWR E\ 0DUW\ 6HHJHU Other Eagle golfers who ended their season included senior Jake Engebretson, who tied for 16th overall with a score of 89. He just missed a trip to state with the

Ă&#x20AC;QDO TXDOLI\LQJ LQGLYLGXDO VFRULQJ DQ Unity sophomore Ben Traynor scored a 103, sophomore Jordan Lows scored 110 DQG MXQLRU &ROH +DQVRQ Ă&#x20AC;QLVKHG ZLWK D 114. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The bitter part was to see the team not reach the next level,â&#x20AC;? Stencil said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They are truly disappointed and not used to being in that situation. With the weather, it was important to get off to a good start. The best way that I can try to explain what happened is the round got away from the game plan. When shots are not landing at the target, the fairways get narrower, the rough gets taller, the greens get smaller and the hole looks smaller than the ball. It is what makes the game of golf so intriguing.â&#x20AC;?

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Unity wins Lakeland Conference golf tournament

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer RICE LAKE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; It was another solid day of golf for the Unity Eagles golf team on Thursday, May 16, at the Turtleback Golf Course in Rice Lake, a favorite course of Eagle athletes. This is the time when teams want to be at their best, especially since the match was their last leading up to the regional tournament. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We shot underneath the goal that we had set for ourselves, both individually and as a team. But we thought if we could get at that number weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d have a chance, and we were really six shots better than the goal we had set,â&#x20AC;? said Unity coach Larry Stencil.

7KH (DJOHV Ă&#x20AC;UVW SODFH VFRUH RI ZDV nine strokes ahead of Grantsburg, with &OHDU /DNH %UXFH &DPHURQ 377; Birchwood, 382; Luck, 403; Siren, 410; 6W &URL[ )DOOV )ODPEHDX DQG Turtle Lake, N/A. Eagles senior Evan Lunda was the overall medalist with a score of 71. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think this is his last opportunity to take care of business, and he did. He stuck to his game plan, played steady golf, hit fairways and greens. Easy putting,â&#x20AC;? Stencil said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When he was out IURQW KH SOD\HG OLNH D SHUVRQ LQ Ă&#x20AC;UVW +H just played steady golf, which is really really good to see, and he has earned it.

Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s had a tough road the last four years.

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Unityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jake Engebretson scored 87, Cole Hanson, 86, Jordan Lowe, 90, and Ben Traynor, 94.

Stencil also added that Hanson, Lowe and Traynor have stepped up nicely and everyone has been keeping steady scores and playing at the goals theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve set for

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Brenden Fenning, 98; Casey Ekholm, 99; Kody Menke, 119; and Kyle Knauber, 124.

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OUTDOORS ATVs â&#x20AC;˘ BIRDING â&#x20AC;˘ BOATING â&#x20AC;˘ CAMPING â&#x20AC;˘ FISHING â&#x20AC;˘ HIKING â&#x20AC;˘ HUNTING â&#x20AC;˘ RECREATIONAL VEHICLES calling in several hens and even a goodsized group of jakes that included a mean ole spittinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, drumminâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and gobblinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; fool, was worth the price of admission. Then Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had several succame my second hunt of the season, cessful turkey hunts which happened to be the fourth time over the years but most period. This hunt was partnered with my of my successes are 14-year-old nephew, Riese, who I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t QRW GHĂ&#x20AC;QHG E\ WKH DFW get to see all that often, but Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m happy to of shooting a turkey. take him hunting whenever he has time Oftentimes, success is to go.

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My wife, Laura, scoffed at the idea us. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always next year.

Finally, the last season arrived and the that I might actually shoot a bird during sixth time period was shaping up to be the sixth season, as several hunts earlier, starting with the third time period, pretty good in terms of warmer temperaI let some of those â&#x20AC;&#x153;lesserâ&#x20AC;? birds walk in tures, but birds werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t talking much. hopes of shooting a larger, more mature Saturdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hunt was actually short-lived tom. Looking back, I realize how silly the as the gobblers that did talk close by concept is to wait for a tom, as if turkey seemed more poised to gobble at crows and owl calls than anything I could offer. hunting was somehow a trophy hunt. ´<RX FDQ¡W HDW WKH EHDUG Âľ , FRXOG KHDU My wife had also ordered me back early VRPH IRONV VD\ \HW KDG , VKRW WKH Ă&#x20AC;UVW that day as she had plans and said Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d legal bird that walked through my sights, â&#x20AC;&#x153;hunted enough this season,â&#x20AC;? andmy the season would have been basically daughter also needed an unexpected over before it even began. Thankfully, doctorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s visit, so I was back home by 9:30 another turkey hunt is only $10 away a.m.

Then came Sunday morning, with if there were enough leftover permits available, so more turkey hunting was in calm, muggy weather and the radar tellstore, and the more I get the opportunity ing me rain was still hours away. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d be plenty of time to call a bird down to hunt, the better it feels.

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ily. The birds, however, werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t talking and the hunting was about as dead as the wind. So not giving it much of a chance, I got up, peeked around the woods for morel mushrooms, and headed back to the car. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s when a gobble sounded off somewhere in the distance beyond P\ LQ ODZV¡ KRXVH ,W ZDV WKH Ă&#x20AC;UVW FORVH gobble all morning, even though it was still a couple of thousand yards away, but it was worth pursuing.

I quickly hoofed it up the steep oak ridge behind the in-lawsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; home in record pace. Sweating and tired, I popped a diaphragm call into my mouth and pulled out a pot friction call and quickly went to work. A few minutes later, a gobble could be heard from across the ridge. It ZDV JDPH RQ DQG WKH Ă&#x20AC;UVW WLPH P\ KHDUW had jumped all weekend long.

After another series of yelps, clucks and purrs another answer came, so I toned down the calling and prayed Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d have enough time before the storm hit, as the bird was still hundreds of yards away.

As I continued some intermittent light calling without a gobble, a low rumble of thunder seemed to get the gobblerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attention and it sounded as if the bird was bringing others with it. They were also closer this time and, knowing the land well, it was clear they were headed my way but so, too, was the rain.

I called again for another answer with nothing; yet, another clap of thunder got them gobbling again and, at that point, they were close enough to give me a reason to get the gun up and put an index Ă&#x20AC;QJHU RQ WKH VDIHW\ -XVW WKHQ DQRWKHU thunderous clap and the gobbles that seemed so close were a bit farther away this time. Then the rain came pouring down.

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Unfortunately, I chose to run back to the house, thinking a potential lightning storm at that elevation wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t worth the risk for a turkey, and I wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t much interested in getting more soaked than I already was. The hunt lasted merely an hour or so, and to add insult to injury, my father-in-law was glancing out the window as I came running down the ridge. Just as he spotted me, he also spotted a gobbler take to the air, but I was too busy running to notice. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not the way I wanted my turkey season to end and, in hindsight, I could have probably chosen a different approach; but if success is measured by the fact that I got the opportunity to go, even for just a few hours, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d say it was another successful turkey season.

Northern zone musky season opens May 25

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WDNR youth camp fosters outdoor skills at Crex GRANTSBURG â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Crex Meadows Wildlife Area has earned a reputation â&#x20AC;&#x201D; in some circles at least â&#x20AC;&#x201D; as a group of outdoors enthusiasts who are always looking to provide opportunities for youngsters.

To help maintain those outdoor traditions and prepare youth for a lifetime of outdoor pursuits, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is offering an RXWGRRU VNLOOV FDPS IRU \RXWK DJHV This camp gives youth hands-on experience with a variety of outdoor skills including shooting sports, animal tracking, navigating, shelter building and more.

Led by WDNR staff, the programs offer the opportunity to learn and try out new skills. No experience is required, just a willingness to try something new.

Attendees spend a week participating in a series of programs: Tracks and Traces, Outdoor Survival, Orienteering, Archery and Forestry.

The goal of this camp is to foster an awareness, respect and enjoyment of Wisconsinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s natural resources and to promote outdoor activities in a safe and ethical manner. The camp is intended as an introduction to the upcoming 4-H outdoor skills club that will kick off in September. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Kids will have so much fun that they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even realize theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re learning environmental lessons,â&#x20AC;? said Kristi Pupak, wildlife conservation educator.

Preregistration is required. The proJUDP UXQV IURP -XQH ² -XQH ² p.m. Parents are welcome.

Crex Meadows Wildlife Area provides a diversity of recreational opportunities, as well as education events and conservation information. For more information on outdoor skills camp or other environmental education programs, please contact Kristi Pupak, wildlife conservation

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The road goes ever on ... Widiker leaves Webster

E\ &DUO +HLGHO Leader staff writer WEBSTER - The Hobbit Bilbo Baggins has given up the great ring of power, and he has left his beloved Shire. He is going to Rivendell to live with the great elves, DQG Ă&#x20AC;QLVK ZULWLQJ KLV ERRN As he leaves, he composes a walking song, something to sing as he walks through all the miles and adventures that lie ahead: â&#x20AC;&#x153;The road goes ever on and on, down from the door where it began. Now far ahead the Road has gone, and I must follow, if I can ...â&#x20AC;?

Bilboâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s song could well be Tim Widikerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s song as he leaves Webster High School to become the superintendent of the St. Croix Central School District.

After 13 years as principal of the school, Widiker realizes that the road has gone ahead, and he must follow.

Widikerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time with Webster High School has been a time a time of personal growth under his mentor, Superintendent Jim Erickson. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He has been fun to work with,â&#x20AC;? said Widiker, â&#x20AC;&#x153;and I have deep respect for him.â&#x20AC;? And now Widiker is looking forward to having Erickson as his assigned mentor while he begins work in his new position with St. Croix Central. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I appreciate the way he let us teach,â&#x20AC;?

Widiker continued. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There was no micromanaging. He cares about the district,

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and has supported the principals and teachers.â&#x20AC;?

And out of that nurturing relationship has come a long list of accomplishments for Widiker in his years as principal. He has helped create the high schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chapter of the National Honor Society, developed attendance and truancy policies and created a Saturday school.

He has worked closely with the students, and has led the creation of a student leadership group that works with him to address school issues and needs.

Under his leadership, the students have LGHQWLĂ&#x20AC;HG DQG DQDO\]HG VWXGHQW FRQFHUQV such as cell phone use, and suggested solutions. Representatives of the group now report regularly on their activities to the board of education.

Widiker has also led development of high school class period scheduling, tiered study halls and a full-time ITV class schedule. He has been instrumental in setting up an assessment policy that grades students on their achievements in a subject with a uniform grading scale.

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study classes. He has supported creation of special classes for gifted and talented students, especially in the subjects of math and science.

When Roy Ward proposed teaming up with Nexen to begin the school-based industry of Tiger Manufacturing, Widiker gave the green light for the project to proceed. Then he established small-group staff meetings, teams for sharing that could continue to generate further ideas for better ways to teach.

Even something that seems as simple as the studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; need for a midmorning snack has been part of Widikerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s agenda. â&#x20AC;&#x153;By 10 a.m. the kids are getting hungry,â&#x20AC;? he said, and so the high school and middle school pause then for the nutrition break.

Like Bilboâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ongoing road, the list of Widikerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s accomplishments goes on and on, and what is here is only a small sample, the tip of the iceberg. But he singles out the expanded use of technology in the teaching process as being particularly important. SMART Boards have replaced chalkboards, laptops have replaced PCs, and now Chromebooks will make textbooks go away.

Widiker has been a strong leader, according to Erickson. The high schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recent recognition from U.S. News and World Report is, in part, a result of that leadership. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tim is an instructional leader,â&#x20AC;? said

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Abandoned farm detour leads to arrest

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; A highway workerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s report of a suspicious vehicle on an abandoned farm led to the arrest of Pamela Bergstrom, 48, Luck and Noah Erickson, 27, South St. Paul.

According to the Polk County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Department, the incident came to light as

Erickson. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He creates a climate for teaching by providing resources to create good teaching and by providing support for teacher initiatives.â&#x20AC;?

And for his part, Widiker has high praise for the high school teaching staff. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They are a great staff, outstanding,â&#x20AC;? he said.

Widiker credits everyone in the high school with creating a supportive, warm atmosphere for learning. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Substitute teachers comment on this, observation of teachers supports this perception and visitors to the buildings comment on how clean they are,â&#x20AC;? he said.

So the time comes to move on, and WiGLNHU SDXVHV IRU D PRPHQW RI TXLFN UHĂ HFtion. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been great,â&#x20AC;? he said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m grateful for the wide range of experiences and all the opportunities the Webster schools have given me.â&#x20AC;?

Bilboâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s song concludes, â&#x20AC;&#x153;...Now far ahead the road has gone, and I must follow, if I can. Pursuing it with eager feet, until it joins some larger way where many paths and errands meet. And whither then? I cannot say.â&#x20AC;?

And Widiker now becomes part of that song, following the road that leads from Webster toward St. Croix Central. And whither then? Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll wait and see.

Duo facing burglary and other charges a highway worker noticed a suspicious vehicle at an abandoned farm near Balsam Lake on the morning of Tuesday, May 14.

As police arrived on the scene, they discovered Bergstrom and Erickson in a car, who insisted they stopped there to look at the abandoned buildings.

When asked if they had broken into any of the buildings and whether they had stolen anything, the two said they had not, but later admitted that they found two pornographic magazines, which they

took.

A subsequent search revealed other alleged stolen items, and as they were arrested, Bergstrom also was found to have a glass methamphetamine pipe and a syringe.

Police also found footprints matching the two suspects shoes, which led to their arrest. Bergstrom is facing two felony charges of burglary and meth possession, as well as three misdemeanor charges of criminal trespassing, drug paraphernalia and theft charges.

She appeared before Judge Molly *DOH:\ULFN RQ :HGQHVGD\ 0D\ where GaleWyrick set a $10,000 bond and a June 3 preliminary hearing.

Erickson is charged with felony burglary, as well as two misdemeanor charges of theft and criminal trespassing.

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(May 8, 15, 22) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT CIVIL DIVISION POLK COUNTY DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE, FOR NEW CENTURY HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST 2004-4 Plaintiff vs.

RONALD J. DOEDEN A/K/A RON DOEDEN; TAMI K. DOEDEN; Defendants NOTICE OF SHERIFFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SALE Case No. 12 CV 000434 Case Code No. 30404 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on November 2, 2012, in the amount of $148,041.23, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: June 4, 2013, at 10 a.m.

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

2. Sold â&#x20AC;&#x153;as isâ&#x20AC;? 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 12 of the P lat of Indianhead Subdivision to the City of Amery, Polk County, Wisconsin.

TAX KEY NO.: 201-1170-0000.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 304 Griffin St. E., Amery, Wisconsin 54001.

Adam C. Lueck State Bar No. 1081386 Attorney for Plaintiff 230 W. Monroe St., Suite 1125 Chicago, IL 60606 Phone: 312-541-9710 Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, is the creditorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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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1-BR Apartment Quiet building & neighborhood.

No pets, references & security deposit required

Olson Apartments Tower Road St. Croix Falls

715-483-3646

FOR RENT 1-BR Apartment In Balsam Lake

Clean, quiet, manager on site. Water, sewer & garbage included. Garage included. No pets, no smoking. $

450/month + deposit

PARKWAY APTS. 715-485-3402 Cell: 715-554-0780 584368 40-41Lp 30-31a,dp

All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise â&#x20AC;&#x153;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.â&#x20AC;? 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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(May 22, 29, June 5) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY CIVIL DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Plaintiff vs.

KEITH A. KRUMM; TRACY L. KRUMM; MIDLAND FUNDING; DISCOVER BANK; Defendants NOTICE OF SHERIFFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SALE Case No. 12 CV 000394 Case Code No. 30404 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on October 24, 2012, in the amount of $184,118.36, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: June 13, 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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;as isâ&#x20AC;? 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 23 of Smithâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Addition to the Village of Osceola, being part of Outlot 166, of the Village of Osceola; said lots being located in and comprising part of the Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter, Section 27, Township 33 North, Range 19 West.

TAX KEY NO.: 165-00749-0000.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 503 Saratoga Avenue, Osceola, Wisconsin 54020.

Adam C. Lueck State Bar No. 1081386 Attorney for Plaintiff 230 W. Monroe St., Suite 1125 Chicago, IL 60606 Phone: 312-541-9710 Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, is the creditorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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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Application for Retail Class â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bâ&#x20AC;? License to sell intoxicating liquors and fermented malt beverages. To the Town of Daniels, Burnett County, Wisconsin. The undersigned: Siren National Golf Course & Event Center, LLC Jeff & Sarah Schendel 8606 Waldora Rd. Siren, WI 54872 SE 1/4, Sec. 14, T38N, R17W Hereby makes application for Retail Class â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bâ&#x20AC;? Intoxicating Liquors and Fermented Malt Beverages License to be used from July 1, 2013, to June 30, 2014.

Dated May 17, 2013 Elizabeth Simonsen, Clerk Town of Daniels 584397 40L 30a WNAXLP

(Apr. 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Community Bank of Cameron Grantsburg - Siren 114 E. Madison Avenue Box 718 Grantsburg, WI 54840, Plaintiff, vs.

Dwight A. Anderson 2940 140th St. Frederic, WI 54837 Paula J. Anderson 2961 140th St. Frederic, WI 54837 Defendants.

NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE Case # 12-CV-103 Case Class Code: 30404 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above action on the 15th day of May, 2012, the undersigned Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell at public auction in the lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, Balsam Lake, Wis. 54810, on the 11th day of June, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. of that day, the real estate and mortgaged premises directed by said judgment to be sold and therein described as follows: The SE 1/4 NE 1/4 of Section 3, Township 36 North, Range 17 West, Polk County, Wis., excepting therefrom a parcel of land described as follows: commencing at the Southeast corner of said forty acres, thence North 22.5 rods, thence West 35.5 rods, thence South 22.5 rods, thence East 35.5 rods to the point of beginning.

Property Address: 2961 140th St., Frederic, WI 54837 Ten percent (10%) of the successful bid must be paid to the Sheriff at sale in cash or by certified check. Balance due within 10 days of court approval.

Purchaser is responsible for payment of all transfer taxes and recording fees.

Dated this 15th day of April, 2013.

Terms of Sale: Cash.

Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff 1005 W. Main St. Balsam Lake, WI 54810 Todd H. Anderson, #1012132 Attorney for Plaintiff P.O. Box 507 Grantsburg, WI 54840 715-463-5365.

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 clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s behalf, and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose.

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Application for Retail Class B License to sell intoxicating liquors and fermented malt beverages. To the Town of LaFollette, Burnett County, Wisconsin.

The undersigned: John A. Lawson Jr. WATERING HOLE 24653 County Road X Shell Lake, WI 54871 Hereby applies for a Class B Liquor License to sell Fermented Malt Beverages and Intoxicating Liquor from July 1, 2013, to June 30, 2014.

Dated: May 20, 2013 Linda Terrian, Clerk Town of LaFollette 584399 40L 30a WNAXLP

(May 15, 22, 29) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY ANCHOR BANK, FSB, successor to S&C Bank; Plaintiff, vs.

STEVEN H. AMOS and JOAN M. AMOS, husband and wife; Defendants.

Case No. 12-CV-643 Code No. 30404 Foreclosure of Mortgage Dollar Amount Greater Than $5,000.00 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on December 7, 2012, in the amount of $210,348.79, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: June 11, 2013, at 10:00 oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;clock a.m.

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

2. Sold â&#x20AC;&#x153;as isâ&#x20AC;? and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances.

3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center located at 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin DESCRIPTION: Lot One (1) of Certified Survey Map No. 2215, recorded in Volume 10 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 139, Document No. 555320, located in the NW 1/4 of SE 1/4, Section 14-34-18, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1937 Lees Avenue, Town of St. Croix Falls.

TAX KEY NO.: 044-00340-0100.

Peter M. Johnson Sheriff of Polk County, WI Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;DESS AND ASSOCIATES, S.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 1414 Underwood Avenue, Suite 403 Wauwatosa, WI 53213 (414) 727-1591 Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Dess and Associates, S.C., is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If you have previously received a Chapter 7 Discharge in Bankruptcy, this correspondence should not be construed as an attempt to collect a debt.

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APPLICATION FOR LICENSE Application for Retail B License to sell intoxicating liquors and fermented malt beverages.

To the Town Board of the Town of Lorain, Polk County, Wis., the undersigned: Robert C. Carlson, Agent American Legion Post 0396 3456 25th St. Frederic, Wis. Hereby makes application for Retail Class B Intoxicating Liquors and Fermented Malt Beverages License to be used from July 1, 2013, to June 30, 2014, at the place of business located at 3456 25th St., Frederic, Wis. Susan E. Hughes, Clerk Town of Lorain 584435 40L Dated May 20, 2013 WNAXLP (May 15, 22, 29) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY PennyMac Loan Services LLC as servicer for PennyMac Corp.

Plaintiff vs.

EDWARD E. HOPP, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 517 NOTICE OF SHERIFFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on November 19, 2012, in the amount of $83,393.59, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: June 11, 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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;as isâ&#x20AC;? 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: The South 85 Feet of the West 140 Feet of Lot 7, Block 3, Park Addition to the Village of Frederic.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 500 Polk Avenue N., Frederic, WI 54837.

TAX KEY NO.: 126-00298-0000.

Dated this 29th day of April, 2013.

Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Dustin A. McMahon Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1086857 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 2689125 583255 WNAXLP

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NOTICE TOWN OF LAKETOWN

The Monthly Board Meeting Will Be Held Tues., May 28, 2013, At 7:30 p.m.

At The Cushing Community Center Agenda: Call to order; clerkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s report; treasurerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s report; open forum; discuss/ approve road projects; pay bills; review correspondence.

Patsy Gustafson 584539 Town Clerk 40L (May 22, 29, June 5) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Federal National Mortgage Association Plaintiff vs.

TODD J. MEINKE, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 771 NOTICE OF SHERIFFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on March 12, 2013, in the amount of $106,008.12, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: June 18, 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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;as isâ&#x20AC;? 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 85 of the Assessorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Plat of the City (formerly Village) of St. Croix Falls, according to the official plat thereof on file in the office of the Register of Deeds for Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 144 South Roosevelt Street, Saint Croix Falls, WI 54024 TAX KEY NO.: 281-01082-0000 Dated this 1st day of May, 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 creditorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 2723026 583951 WNAXLP

APPLICATION FOR LICENSE

Application for Retail Class B License to sell intoxicating liquors and fermented malt beverages. To the Town of LaFollette, Burnett County, Wisconsin.

The undersigned: Robert A. Hillestad Robertâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Road House 4790 State Hwy. 70 Webster, WI 54893 Hereby applies for a Class B Liquor License to sell fermented malt beverages and intoxicating liquor from July 1, 2013, to June 30, 2014.

Dated: May 20, 2013 Linda Terrian, Clerk Town of LaFollette 584395 40L 30a WNAXLP (May 22, 29, June 5) 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 SHERIFFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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: June 13, 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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;as isâ&#x20AC;? 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.

Adam C. Lueck State Bar No. 1081386 Attorney for Plaintiff 230 W. Monroe St., Ste. 1125 Chicago, IL 60606 Phone: 312-541-9710 Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, is the creditorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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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(May 22, 29, June 5) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY CIVIL DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE HOLDERS OF THE FIRST FRANKLIN MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2006-FF9, MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-FF9 Plaintiff vs.

KEITH W. TOBER; JENNIFER G. TOBER; ANCHORBANK F/K/A S&C BANK; WESTCONSIN CREDIT UNION; QUALLE BEAR DAY CARE; ST. CROIX REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER; Defendants NOTICE OF SHERIFFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SALE Case No. 11 CV 631 Case Code No. 30404 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on March 5, 2012, in the amount of $184,758.09, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: June 13, 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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;as isâ&#x20AC;? 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 Three (3) of Certified Survey Map No. 3284, recorded in Volume 15 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 51, Document No. 607665, located in the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4, (SW 1/4 OF THE SW 1/4) of Section 20, Township 35 North, Range 17 West, Town of Milltown, Polk County, Wis. TAX KEY NO.: 040-00536-0130.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2002 170th St., Milltown, Wisconsin 54858.

Adam C. Lueck State Bar No. 1081386 Attorney for Plaintiff 230 W. Monroe St., Suite 1125 Chicago, IL 60606 Phone: 312-541-9710 Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, is the creditorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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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(May 15, 22, 29) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY AnchorBank, FSB Plaintiff vs.

BRIAN L. WOLTZ, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 11 CV 215 NOTICE OF SHERIFFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on May 11, 2012, in the amount of $45,604.79, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: June 11, 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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;as isâ&#x20AC;? 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: Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 1803, recorded in Volume 8 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 151, as Document No. 526972, being part of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 and part of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 8, Township 35 North, Range 18 West; TOGETHER with the Northwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 and the Southwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 8, Township 35 North, Range 18 West, lying East of Certified Survey Map No. 1803, in the Town of Eureka, Polk County, Wis. EXCEPTING therefrom that part conveyed in Warranty Deed recorded on March 2, 2010, as Document No. 768790.

Parcel 2: Easement for ingress and egress over the East 66 feet of the parcel described in Warranty Deed recorded on March 2, 2010, as Document No. 768790.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: Vacant land at 2198 220th Street, Luck, WI 54853.

TAX KEY NO.: 020-00212-0100.

Dated this 19th day of April, 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 creditorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 2692594 583254 WNAXLP

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(May 8, 15, 22) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY OneWest Bank, FSB 2900 Esperanza Crossing P.O. Box 85400 Austin, TX 78758 Plaintiff vs.

Estate of Delores E. Dodge 205 2nd Street Clear Lake, WI 54005 Unknown Tenants 205 2nd Street Clear Lake, WI 54005 Greg E. Dodge 368 40th Street Clear Lake, WI 54005 Melanie E. Dodge W4590 Swamp Road La Crosse, WI 54601 Brian E. Dodge Sr. 2200 S. 28th Street #325 Grand Forks, ND 58201 Brenda E. Mercer a/k/a Brenda Ringstad 243 East Oak Street Glenwood City, WI 54013 United States of America Internal Revenue Service 10th And Constitution Ave. NW Washington, D.C. 20530 Defendants SUMMONS Real Estate Mortgage Foreclosure Case No: 13 CV 132 Honorable Molly E. GaleWyrick Case Code: 30404 THE STATE OF WISCONSIN To the following party named as a defendant herein: Brenda E. Mercer a/k/a Brenda E. Ringstad.

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 May 8, 2013, you must respond with a written answer, as that term is used in Chapter 802 of the Wisconsin Statues, to the complaint. The Court may reject or disregard an answer that does not follow the requirements of the statues. The answer must be sent or delivered to the Court, whose address is Polk County Clerk of Circuit Court, Polk County Justice Center 1005 West Main St., Suite 300 Balsam Lake, WI 54810-9071 and to Dustin McMahon/Blommer Peterman, S.C., plaintiff`s attorney, whose address is: Blommer Peterman, S.C. 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 You may have an attorney help or represent you.

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

Dated this 23rd day of April, 2013.

Dustin McMahon/Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1086857 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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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APPLICATION FOR LICENSE

Application for Class B Retail License to sell Fermented Malt Beverages and Intoxicating Liquors. To the town board of the Town of Meenon, Burnett County, Wisconsin.

The undersigned: Whiskey Joeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s LLC Joseph J. Bilder 6699 State Road 70 Siren, WI 54872 Hereby makes application for Class B Retail License to sell Fermented Malt Beverages and Intoxicating Liquors to be used from July 1, 2013, to June 30, 2014, at the place of business located at: 6699 State Road 70 Siren, WI 54872 Dated: May 22, 2013 Suzanna M. Eytcheson Meenon Town Clerk 584549 40L 30a WNAXLP

Application for Class B Retail License to sell Fermented Malt Beverages and Intoxicating Liquors. To the town board of the Town of Meenon, Burnett County, Wisconsin.

The undersigned: Midtown Tavern Richard J. Belanger 25196 State Road 35 Siren, WI 54872 Hereby makes application for Class B Retail License to sell Fermented Malt Beverages and Intoxicating Liquors to be used from July 1, 2013, to June 30, 2014, at the place of business located at: 25196 State Road 35 Siren, WI 54872 Dated: May 22, 2013 Suzanna M. Eytcheson Meenon Town Clerk 584547 40L 30a WNAXLP

(May 15, 22, 29) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Bank of America, N.A., Successor by Merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP Plaintiff vs.

JEFFREY S. NAIMON, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 491 NOTICE OF SHERIFFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on February 21, 2013, in the amount of $182,557.68, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: June 11, 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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;as isâ&#x20AC;? 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 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 2093 recorded in Volume 10 of Certified Survey Maps, page 16 as Document No. 547057, being located in part of the Northeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4, Section 25, Township 33 North, Range 18 West, Town of Garfield, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1866 80th Ave., Dresser, WI 54009.

TAX KEY NO.: 024-00876-0100.

Dated this 19th day of April, 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 creditorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 2692187 583906 WNAXLP

(May 8, 15, 22) 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 SHERIFFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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: June 4, 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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;as isâ&#x20AC;? and subject to all legal liens, encumbrances, and payment of applicable transfer taxes.

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

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: 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 4th day of April, 2013.

Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Cummisford, Acevedo & Associates, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff Mark R. Cummisford State Bar #1034906 6508 South 27th St., Suite #6 Oak Creek, WI 53154 414-761-1700 Cummisford, Acevedo & Associates, LLC, is the creditorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on hits behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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Notices

the-leader. net APPLICATION FOR LICENSE

Application for Retail Class B License to sell intoxicating liquors and fermented malt beverages. To the Town of LaFollette, Burnett County, Wisconsin.

The undersigned: Janet P. Schell Misty Pines 3833 State Highway 70 Hertel, WI 54845 Hereby applies for a Class B Liquor License to sell Fermented Malt Beverages and Intoxicating Liquor from July 1, 2013, to June 30, 2014.

Dated: May 20, 2013 Linda Terrian, Clerk Town of LaFollette 584393 40L 30a WNAXLP (May 22, 29, June 5) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT Polk COUNTY AnchorBank, fsb f/k/a S & C Bank, Plaintiff, vs.

John M. Wright, Denise Wright, Integrity Mutual Insurance Company, Capital One Bank USA, NA, and State of Wisconsin Department of Children and Families, Defendants.

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Case No: 12 CV 772 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a Judgment of Foreclosure entered March 12, 2013, in the amount of $44,530.16, the Polk County Sheriff will sell the described property at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: June 27, 2013, at 10:00 a.m.

PLACE: The front lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.

TERMS: 10% of successful bid must be paid to the Sheriff at sale in cash or by certified check. Balance due within 10 days of court approval. Purchaser is responsible for payment of all transfer taxes and recording fees. Sale is AS IS in all respects and subject to all liens and encumbrances.

DESCRIPTION: Lot 1 and Outlot 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 821, recorded in Volume 4 of CSM, page 67, Document No. 406254, being located in Lot 137 of the Assessorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Plat of the City of St. Croix Falls, Polk County, Wisconsin. ALSO that part of McKenney Street vacated in Resolution recorded on July 31, 1981, in Volume 439, page 912, as Document No. 407799. EXCEPTING THEREFROM that part contained in Award of Damages recorded December 9, 1993, in Volume 621, page 650, as Document No. 514951. Said land being in the City of St. Croix Falls, Polk County, Wis. PROPERTY ADDRESS: Highway 35, St. Croix Falls, WI, PID: 281001175-0000. The common address is for reference purposes only.

Peter Johnson Polk County Sheriff Drafted by: ECKBERG, LAMMERS, BRIGGS, WOLFF & VIERLING, PLLP Nicholas J. Vivian (#1047165) Amanda E. Prutzman (#1060975) Attorneys for Plaintiff 430 Second Street Hudson, WI 54016 (715) 386-3733 Eckberg Lammers is attempting to collect a debt on our clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s behalf and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. If you are currently in bankruptcy or have been discharged in bankruptcy, this is not an attempt to collect the debt from you personally.

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(May 8, 15, 22) 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.

Peter M. Geis P.O. Box 196 513 Minnesota Avenue Centuria, Wisconsin 54824, Beth McAbee P.O. Box 196 513 Minnesota Avenue Centuria, Wisconsin 54824, Robert A. Tonnar P.O. Box 404 511 5th Street Centuria, Wisconsin 54824, Virginia C. Tonnar P.O. Box 404 511 5th Street Centuria, Wisconsin 54824, United States of America, Department of Treasury â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Internal Revenue Service, a federal government agency, 660 West Washington Avenue, Suite 303 Madison, Wisconsin 53703, Discover Bank Issuer of the Discover Card a/k/a Discover Bank, a Delaware banking corporation, 502 East Market Street Greenwood, Delaware 19950, Midland Funding LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, 8040 Excelsior Drive, Suite 400 Madison, Wisconsin 53717, Country Comfort, LLC, a Wisconsin limited liability company, 106 West Prospect Avenue Almena, Wisconsin 54805, Unifund CCR, LLC, an Ohio limited liability company, d/b/a Unifund CCR Partners 10625 Techwood Circle Cincinnati, Ohio 45242, John Doe, Mary Roe, and XYZ corporation Defendants.

Case Type: 30404 Case No.: 12CV358 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of that certain Amended Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, Order for Judgment, and Judgment entered and filed in the above-entitled action effective nunc pro tunc to August 24, 2012, the Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell the following described real property at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: May 30, 2013, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 10% of successful bid must be paid to Sheriff at sale in certified funds, with the balance due and owing on the date of confirmation of the sale by the Court.

PLACE: Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.

LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 4, BLOCK 12, VILLAGE OF CENTURIA, AND LOT 5, EXCEPT THE SOUTH 10 FEET THEREOF, BLOCK 12, VILLAGE OF CENTURIA, ALL AS ACCORDING TO THE OFFICIAL PLAT THEREOF ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE REGISTER OF DEEDS FOR POLK COUNTY, WISCONSIN. (FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY: Plaintiff believes that the property address is 513 Minnesota Avenue, Centuria, Wisconsin.)

Dated: April 25, 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/#16138 582911 WNAXLP

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(May 15, 22, 29) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MAURICE D. DUXBURY Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 13 PR 33 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth July 30, 1957, and date of death April 18, 2013, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 2077A 250th Ave., Luck, WI 54853.

3. All interested persons waived notice.

4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s estate is August 19, 2013.

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

Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar May 10, 2013 Bo Duxbury, Personal Representative 201 2nd Ave. Milltown, WI 54858 715-501-4473 583834 WNAXLP

At Both Frederic & St. Croix Falls Locations

Please apply within No phone calls

105 E. Oak St., Frederic 343 McKinny St. St. Croix Falls

HELP WANTED

Part-Time & On-Call Maintenance At Both Frederic & St. Croix Falls Locations

Please apply within No phone calls

105 E. Oak St., Frederic 343 McKinny St. St. Croix Falls

APPLICATION FOR LICENSE

TELLER

Prepare yourself for a career rather than a job! Bank Mutual provides paid training in banking operations and sales, with great advancement opportunities!

Currently we have a flexible part-time position available at our St. Croix Falls office.

Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma or equivalent, six months of retail sales and/or cash-handling experience, and possess the ability to cross-sell bank products on a daily basis.

Visit any of our bank offices to complete an application, or send your resume to: Attn.: Manager 144 Washington St. N. St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 Email:

careers.nwr@bankmutual.com Equal Opportunity Employer

LAWSON MANOR ASSISTED LIVING CAREGIVER 6 Days A Pay Period â&#x20AC;˘ Work Every Other Weekend Apply Mon. - Fri. 8 a.m - 4 p.m. In Person

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

715-472-2164 EOE

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APPLICATIONS FOR LICENSES

NOW HIRING

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

If you have a desire to work in a fast-paced, fun environment, interacting with a diverse group of people, look no further! We operate 7 days a week, 365 days a year and no two days are ever alike.

Applicants must be flexible and have excellent customer service skills. Positions are available at the following locations:

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

Applications may be picked up at each store. Thank you for your consideration! E.O.E. 579906 31Ltfc, 21a,dtfc

Application for Class B Retail License to sell Fermented Malt Beverages and Intoxicating Liquors. To the town board of the Town of Meenon, Burnett County, Wisconsin.

The undersigned: Loyal Order of Moose Lodge #1194 7330 State Road 70 Webster, WI 54893 Hereby makes application for Class B Retail License to sell Fermented Malt Beverages and Intoxicating Liquors to be used from July 1, 2013, to June 30, 2014, at the place of business located at: 7330 State Road 70 Webster, WI 54893 Dated: May 22, 2013 Suzanna M. Eytcheson Meenon Town Clerk 584543 40L 30a WNAXLP

LONG LAKE LAKE MANAGEMENT PLAN DRAFT FOR PUBLIC REVIEW Available at the Balsam Lake Public Library and on the website www.co.polk.wi.us/ landwater/reports Comments by June 15 to: Harmony Environmental 516 Keller Ave. S. Amery, WI 54001 harmonyenv@amerytel.net 583962 40-41Lp

APPLICATION FOR LICENSE

Application for Class A Retailerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s License to sell Fermented Malt Beverages.

To the town board of the Town of Meenon, Burnett County, Wisconsin. The undersigned: Big Mikeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Outdoor Sports Shop Michael E. Henricksen 6659 State Road 70 Siren, WI 54872 Hereby makes application for Class A Retailerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s License to sell Fermented Malt Beverages to be used from July 1, 2013, to June 30, 2014, at the place of business located at: 6659 State Road 70 Siren, WI 54872 Dated: May 22, 2013 Suzanna M. Eytcheson Meenon Town Clerk 584545 40L 30a WNAXLP

SECTION 893.77 NOTICE

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NOTICE

The next meeting of the Board of Directors of the Frederic Rural Fire Association will be Tuesday, May 28, 2013, at 7 p.m. at the Fire Hall 583352 39-40L

APPLICATION FOR LICENSE

Application for Class B Retail License to sell Fermented Malt Beverages and intoxicating liquors. To the town board of the Town of Meenon, Burnett County, Wisconsin. The undersigned: Yellow River Saloon & Eatery, LLC Stephen Gary Yantes 27043 State Highway 35 Webster, WI 54893 Hereby makes application for Class B Retail License to sell Fermented Malt Beverages and intoxicating liquors to be used from July 1, 2013, to June 30, 2014, at the place of business located at: 27043 State Highway 35 Webster, WI 54893 Dated: May 22, 2013 Suzanna M. Eytcheson Meenon Town Clerk 584541 40L 30a WNAXLP

DQG 'DYLG $ &RRSHU :RRGEXU\ 0LQQ LVVXHG 0D\ 7UDFH\ / 7LHGHPDQQ 7RZQ RI $OGHQ DQG -RHO % 0XHOOHU 6XSHULRU LVVXHG 0D\ .HOO\ -R 0 'HPXOOLQJ 6WDU 3UDLULH DQG 7UR\ 0 %XIILQJWRQ 6WDU 3UDLULH LVVXHG 0D\ (May 15, 22, 29) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF HILMA MARIE GRISWOLD a/k/a Hilma L. Griswold a/k/a H. Linde Griswold Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 13 PR 32 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth November 6, 1918, and date of death March 11, 2013, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 431 South Jefferson Street, St. Croix Falls, WI 54024.

3. All interested persons waived notice.

4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s estate is August 19, 2013.

5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500.

Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar May 7, 2013 Adam C. Benson, Attorney at Law Benson Law Office, LTD. P.O. Box 370 Siren, WI 54872 715-349-5215 583451 Bar No.: 1032855 WNAXLP

POLK COUNTY POSITION ANNOUNCEMENTS

On May 20, 2013, a resolution was offered, adopted and approved by the Village of Luck, Wisconsin (the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Municipalityâ&#x20AC;?), whereby the Municipality authorized and directed the sale and issuance of up to $209,131 Water System Revenue Bonds, Series 2013. The closing on these Bonds will be held on June 12, 2013. A copy of all proceedings had to date with respect to the authorization and sale of said Bonds is on file and may be examined in the office of the Clerk of the Village of Luck.

This Notice is given pursuant to Section 893.77, Wisconsin Statutes, which provides that an action or proceeding to contest the validity of such municipal financing, for other than constitutional reasons, must be commenced within thirty (30) days after the date of publication of this Notice.

Dated: May 20, 2013 VILLAGE OF LUCK, WISCONSIN Cindy L. Peterson, Clerk of Municipality 584419 40Lp WNAXLP

YOU MUST COMPLETE A POLK CO. EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION TO BE ELIGIBLE. For application, complete position requirements and details, please visit our website at www.co.polk.wi.us, Golden Age Manor ONLY 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 584551 40L

ADVERTISEMENT FOR QUOTES VILLAGE OF LUCK

NOTICE - TOWN OF LORAIN

Notice is hereby given that sealed quotes for the following projects will be received by the Director of Public Works until 2:00PM on Tuesday, May 28, 2013, at the Luck Municipal Building, PO Box 315, 401 Main St, Luck, WI 54853. Project includes: Mill and HMA Overlay- Approx. 9,925 sq. yds. -Various Areas in the Village of Luck Copies of the Specifications, Instructions to Bidders, Forms of Proposals and other contract documents are on file at the Municipal Building and may be obtained without charge.

Contractors should contact the Director of Public Works regarding any questions about the specifications or location of work.

Projects may not start before July 22, 2013.

The Village of Luck reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any informalities in the bids received, and to accept any bid which it deems most favorable.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY INSURANCE Property & Casualty Insurance Agent

Trade Lake Mutual Insurance Company is seeking agents to represent our company in the areas of Grantsburg and St. Croix Falls and surrounding areas.

Qualified candidate must have a WI Property & Casualty insurance license and be located in the area served. Contract is available to a single agent or Independent Agency. Experience preferred but 583482 39-40L we will consider all responses.

29-30a,d Please send response and/or resume to:

Ginger Baker, Mgr. Trade Lake Mutual Insurance Company 11733 Hwy. 48, , Frederic, WI 54837

Activity Aide Part Time, 52.50 Hrs./Pay Period 11:30 a.m. To 7:30 p.m. With Every Other Weekend Deadline To Apply: May 31, 2013 C.N.A. - Golden Age Manor Part-time position available for every other weekend Night shift (10:30 p.m. - 6:30 a.m.)

Deadline To Apply: Open until filled

$11.50/Hr.

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

BOARD MEETING Please Note The Day Change For This Meeting Monday, June 10, 2013, 7:30 p.m.

Lorain Town Hall

Agenda: Call meeting to order. Verify publication of meeting/ Roll Call. Approve minutes of previous meeting. Approve treasurer report. Motion to pay bills. Reports: Ambulance, Fire Dept., Road Comp. Plan. Motion to set date for Road review.

Possible motion to approve: Resolution #1-2013 Township roads to be open to ATV. Add agenda items for future meeting. Motion to adjourn.

Susan E. Hughes, Clerk Reminder: Open Book, June 10, 2013, 3-5 p.m.; Board of Review, June 10, 2013, 5-7 p.m.

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To the Town Board, Town of Swiss, Burnett County, Wisconsin. The undersigned hereby appy for licenses to be used from July 1, 2013, to June 30, 2014, at their respective places of business: Retailerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Combination Class B Beer and Liquor License Baum & Son Properties, Inc., G. Marie Avelar, Agent, Last Cast Tavern, 7528 Main St., Danbury; The Fishbowl, Inc., Burl Gregory Johnson, Agent, Fishbowl Bar, 30799 Highway 35, Danbury; Wild Waters, Ltd., David Schoenecker, Agent, Wild Waters Sports Bar & Restaurant, 7516 Main St., Danbury; Wayneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Star of the North Market, Inc., Wayne M. King, Agent, Wayneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Foods Plus, 7413 Main St., Danbury; Retailerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Class A Beer License Log Cabin Store & Eatery Co., Kristin Jackson, Agent, Log Cabin Store & Eatery, Co., 30217 Highway 35 & 77, Danbury.

The Town Board will consider the applications June 11, 2013, at their regular meeting.

Dated May 19, 2013 Judith Dykstra, Clerk - Town of Swiss 584362 40L WNAXLP

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Notices/Employment opportunities

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Universal Caregivers For 1st, 2nd & 3rd Shifts

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Application for Retail Class B License to sell intoxicating liquors and fermented malt beverages. To the Town of LaFollette, Burnett County, Wisconsin. The undersigned: Mitchell J. Coyour Coyland Creek 5400 Town Line Road Frederic, WI 54837 Hereby applies for a Class B Liquor License to sell Fermented Malt Beverages and Intoxicating Liquor from July 1, 2013, to June 30, 2014.

Dated: May 20, 2013 Linda Terrian, Clerk Town of LaFollette 584391 40L 30a WNAXLP

HELP WANTED

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APPLICATION FOR LICENSE

INVITATION TO BID TOWN OF TRADE LAKE, BURNETT COUNTY

The Town of Trade Lake, Burnett County is accepting sealed bids for the paving of Spook Dr., 2â&#x20AC;?x20â&#x20AC;? compacted. For further information, please contact Dwight Anderson, Highway Patrolman, by calling 715-488-2694, please leave a message.

Bids will be opened on Thursday, June 13, 2013, at 6 p.m. at the Town of Trade Lake Town Hall, 11810 Town Hall Rd., Frederic, WI 54837.

The Town of Trade Lake reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids or any parts thereof, waive any informalities in the bidding process and to accept the bid proposal or portion of a bid proposal deemed most advantageous to the town. Please mail bid to: Town of Trade Lake 13361 State Road 48 Grantsburg, WI 54840 Deborah L. Christian, Clerk 584072 WNAXLP 29-30a 40-41L Town of Trade Lake

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Public notice is hereby given to all persons in the Village of Siren, Wisconsin, that a public hearing will be held by the Plan Commission on Wednesday, May 29, 2013, at 10 a.m. at the Village Hall, 24049 First Avenue, Village of Siren, Wisconsin, at the request of the Village Board on an application for a Conditional Use Permit: 7611 County Road B (PID 07-181-2-38-16-17-5 15-691011000 and 07-181-2-38-16-17-5 15-691-044000) to use a single-family dwelling as a duplex or two-family housing unit.

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

Ann L. Peterson Village Clerk/Treasurer Week of May 15, 2013 583449 39-40L WNAXLP

NOTICE OF MEETING TO ADJOURN BOARD OF REVIEW TO LATER DATE

Town of Oakland, Burnett County, Board of Review, will meet on the 29th day of May, 2013, at 5 p.m. at the Town of Oaklandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Clerkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office. Located at 7421 Main St. W., Webster, WI 54893, for the purpose of calling the Board of Review into session during the thirty-day period beginning on the 2nd Monday of May, pursuant to 70.47 (1) of Wis. Statutes.

Due to the fact the assessment roll is not completed at this time, it is anticipated that the Board of Review will be adjourned until Sunday the 21st of July, 2013, at 4 p.m. at the Webster Fire Hall, located at 7426 Main St. W., Webster, WI 54893.

Pursuant to 70.45 of Wis. Statutes the assessment roll for the Year 2013 assessment will be open for examination at the clerkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office once it has been completed.

Additionally, the assessor shall be available on the 21st day of July, from 2 - 4 p.m. at the Webster Fire Hall, located at 7426 Main St. W., Webster, WI 54893.

Instructional material about the assessment and board of review procedures will be available at that time for information on how to file an objection and the board or review procedures under Wisconsin law.

Notice is hereby given this 15th day of May, 2013, by: 584540 40L WNAXLP Deanna Krause, Town of Oakland Clerk

TOWN OF CLAM FALLS

SEEKING BIDS

The Town of Clam Falls is seeking bids for paving 6,940â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 22â&#x20AC;&#x2122; on 65th Street south of County Road E; 2-1/2 inches compacted.

Questions on the project can be directed to Lee at 715-6532297.

Bids are due by 5 p.m., Tuesday, June 11, 2013, and are to be addressed to Betty Knutson, Clerk, Town of Clam Falls, 333590th St., Frederic, WI 54837. The outside of the envelope is to be clearly marked 65TH STREET PAVING BID. Bids will be opened at the regular town board meeting on June 12, 2013, 7 p.m., at the town hall. All bids are to include flagging and signage.

The Town of Clam Falls is seeking bids for double chip seal of 5,280â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 22â&#x20AC;&#x2122; on 340th Avenue west of 115th Street. Road to be shaped and compacted prior to sealing.

Questions on the project can be directed to Lee at 715-6532297.

Bids are due by 5 p.m., Tuesday, June 11, 2013, and are to be addressed to Betty Knutson, Clerk, Town of Clam Falls, 333590th St., Frederic, WI 54837. The outside of the envelope is to be clearly marked 340TH AVENUE CHIP SEAL BID. Bids will be opened at the regular town board meeting on June 12, 2013, 7 p.m., at the town hall. All bids are to include flagging and signage.

584325 40L 30-31a The Town of Clam Falls reserves the right to reject any and all bids.

Spooner Health System

OUTPATIENT NURSING SERVICES MANAGER

Spooner Health System (SHS) is seeking an outstanding candidate as our Outpatient Nursing Services Manager to take over operations of the Emergency Room, Surgery and Infusion Center. The outpatient Nursing Services Manager will enjoy being a hands-on leader who thrives on daily interaction between patients, staff and physicians. The emergency department treats about 6,400 patients a year in a 25-bed critical access hospital.

The manager will be joining a team of supportive, goal-orientated employees, physicians and other providers who make up our health-care team. This position reports to the Director of Patient Care Services.

SHS has been recognized as one of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Most Wiredâ&#x20AC;? hospitals in the U.S. This award recognizes the commitment we have in utilizing technology to improve quality and patient safety. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve partnered with StuderGroup and have made a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Commitment to Excellenceâ&#x20AC;? that has resulted in improved employee and patient satisfaction. Our goal is to make SHS a better place for patients to receive care, employees to work and physicians to practice medicine. If you share these principles, we encourage your to join our team.

Successful candidate will have a valid Wisconsin Registered Nurse License or in progress. Must be BLS, ACLS, Neonatal and TNCC Certified. Must have three years of Clinical Emergency Room experience. Prefer three years of Nursing Leadership experience. A Bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of Nursing Degree is preferred. Strong computer and technology skills required with proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and other departments is a must.

Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and excellent benefit package offered.

Please send resume and salary requirements to:

Human Resource Director,

SPOONER HEALTH SYSTEM 819 Ash Street, Spooner, WI 54801 or apply online at: www.spoonerhealthsystem.com EOE â&#x20AC;˘ F/M

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SCHOOL DISTRICT OF FREDERIC

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Frederic, Wisconsin

SUMMER SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS NEEDED

SUBSTITUTE COOK

Frederic School District is looking for summer school bus drivers for June 10 - 28 (3-weeks), 4 hours per day. Applicants must have a CDL with air brake endorsement and all other paperwork current to driver a bus.

Applications are available on the district website to be downloaded and brought to Kelly Steen at the elementary school. Deadline for applications 584559 40L 30a is June 4.

On-call position available with Burnett County in NW Wisconsin. www.burnettcounty.com for further details or 715-349-2181. Application deadline: May 24, 2013. EOE 583653 39-40L 29a,b,c

GRANTSBURG ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT COACHING OPENINGS

INVITATION TO BID ASPHALT RESURFACING PROJECT TOWN OF JACKSON

The following coaching positions are open and available for qualified individuals for the 2013-2014 school year: Varsity Cross Country Varsity Girls Basketball Assistant Varsity Volleyball Assistant Varsity Boys Basketball Middle School Football Middle School Boys Basketball Middle School Girls Basketball Please Send By July 1, 2013: Letter of Interest Coaching/Teaching Resume 2+ Letters of Recommendation To: Mike Amundson Athletic Director Grantsburg School District 500 East James Ave. Grantsburg, Wisconsin 54840 583457 39-40L

The Town of Jackson is seeking sealed bids for asphalt surfacing (cold mix) over existing asphalt on Whispering Pines Road from Loon Lake Dam Lane to Termination (.99 mi). Paved width shall be 18 feet and compacted blacktop surface is to be 2 inches thick. Length and width to be verified by contractor.

Surfacing work is to be coordinated with town representatives and must be completed by September 15, 2013. Bids are due on June 10, 2013, and will be opened at the monthly Town Board meeting beginning at 7 p.m. that evening. Valid certificate of insurance must be presented with bids. The Town of Jackson reserves the right to reject any and all bids or portion thereof, to waive irregularities or informalities in any bid, and to accept any bid which will best serve its inter ests. For more information, contact Roger Larson at 715583259 39-40L 29a WNAXLP 866-7529.

Sealed bids should be sent to: Town of Jackson, 4599 County Road A, Webster WI 54893. Attn: Asphalt bid.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

PROPANE BRANCH MANAGER

Log Gables Property Demolition & Removal of Structures Burnett County requests proposals for removal of Log Gables property structures (business and residence buildings) located at 7396 Gables Road, Town of Oakland, to include removal of all materials, foundations and disposal by Wisconsin law. Other details are available from the Burnett County Clerk, Room 150, 7410 County Road K #105, Siren, WI 54872 or by calling Wanda Hinrichs at 715-349-2173 or via email: whinrichs@burnettcounty.org.

Proposals will be received by the County Clerk, 7410 County Road K #105, Siren, WI 54872 up to Friday, June 7, 2013, at 4:30 p.m.

Mark proposal envelope: LOG GABLES REMOVAL Proposals will be opened Monday, June 10, 2013, at 9 a.m. at the Office of the County Clerk, Burnett County Government Center, Room 150, and awarded at the Administration Committee meeting on Monday, June 17, 2013.

Burnett County reserves the right to reject any or all proposals.

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NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Grantsburg School District

Job Title: H.R. Contact: Contact Phone: Job Description: Qualifications:

Requirements:

How to Apply:

Employer:

Job Address: Website: Description:

Third-Grade Teacher Kathleen Coppenbarger 715-463-2320 100% FTE 3rd-Grade Classroom Teacher for Grantsburg Elementary School.

Appropriate Wisconsin Certification: 71 Early Childhood-Middle Childhood (birth-age 11) or equivalent.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching young children and the skills to guide them to success in their learning. Candidates should also have experience with differentiation, Common Core Standards and Guided Reading. Desire to work in a team of collaborative progressive thinking educators focused on the development of the whole child. Candidate must have the ability to provide a safe and positive learning environment for all students. Technology literacy is also desired.

Send letter of application, resume, email address, credentials including three letters of recommendation, transcripts and a copy of license by May 24.

Grantsburg School District Attn: Katie Coppenbarger, Principal 475 E. James Ave. Grantsburg, WI 54840 Same as the employer address. http://www.gk12.net Grantsburg School District is a PK-12 School System of 900 students that is located in NW Wisconsin. It is located just over an hour from the Twin Cities Metro area. Grantsburg is located on the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway and is the home of Crex Meadows Wildlife Center.

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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Management position open in NW WI area.

Person will be responsible for sales, customer service, installing gas service and delivering propane to customers. Qualified candidates must have a working knowledge of D.O.T. safety requirements, supervisory experience, the ability to pass D.O.T. pre-employment physical, drug screening & possess a clean driving record.

Class B with tanker & HazMat Endorsements preferred. Full benefit package available.

Send resume to sandrac@lakesgasco.com or:

LAKES GAS CO. www.lakesgasco.com Attn.: Human Resources 655 S. Lake St. Forest Lake, MN 55025 800-516-1787; Fax: 651-379-3286

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING - VILLAGE OF SIREN CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT

NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Grantsburg School District

Job Title: H.R. Contact: Contact Phone: Job Description: Qualifications:

Requirements:

How to Apply:

Employer:

Job Address: Website: Description:

Kindergarten Teacher Kathleen Coppenbarger 715-463-2320 100% FTE Kindergarten Classroom Teacher for Nelson Primary School.

Wisconsin Certification required. 70 Early Childhood (birth-age 8) or 71 Early Childhood-Middle Childhood (birth-age 11) plus 809 Early Childhood Special Education Certification.

The ideal candidate will have experience at the kindergarten level. Candidates should also have experience with differentiation, Guided Reading and Common Core State Standards. Desire to work in a team of collaborative, progressive-thinking educators focused on the development of the whole child. Candidate must have the ability to provide a safe and positive learning environment for all students. Technology literacy is also desired.

Send letter of application, resume, email address, credentials including three letters of recommendation, transcripts and a copy of license by May 24.

We will continue to accept applications until the position is filled.

Grantsburg School District Attn: Katie Coppenbarger, Principal 475 E. James Ave. Grantsburg, WI 54840 Same as the employer address. http://www.gk12.net Grantsburg School District is a PK-12 School System of 1,000 students that is located in NW Wisconsin. It is located just over an hour from the Twin Cities Metro area. Grantsburg is located on the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway and is the home of Crex Meadows Wildlife Center.

The School District of Grantsburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion or handicap.

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NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Grantsburg School District

Job Title: H.R. Contact: Contact Phone: Job Description: Qualifications:

Requirements:

How to Apply:

Employer:

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Elementary Teacher Kathleen Coppenbarger 715-463-2320 60% Elementary (K-3) Physical Education at Grantsburg Elementary School.

Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction certification 530 required. Certification in Adaptive Physical Education preferred.

Must be able to create and maintain a safe and supportive environment for students. Candidate must also have knowledge of implementing Wisconsin Model Academic Standards for Physical Education.

Send letter of application, resume with email address, credentials including three letters of recommendation, transcripts and a copy of license by May 29, 2013.

Grantsburg School District Attn: Katie Coppenbarger, Principal 480 E. James Ave. Grantsburg, WI 54840 Same as the employer address. http://www.gk12.net Grantsburg School District is a PK-12 School System of 1,000 students that is located in NW Wisconsin. It is located just over an hour from the Twin Cities Metro area. Grantsburg is located on the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway and is the home of Crex Meadows Wildlife Center.

The School District of Grantsburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, 583455 39-40L sex, religion or handicap.

(May 15, 22, 29) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY CITIZENS COMMUNITY FEDERAL, Plaintiff, vs.

DONNA M. MORTIMER, BLAINE M. MORTIMER, Defendants.

Case No. 12CV583 Case Code: 30404 Foreclosure of Mortgage NOTICE OF SHERIFFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SALE

By virtue of a judgment of fore closure and sale rendered in the above-entitled action on January 11, 2013, in the amount of $266,376.14, 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 16th day of July, 2013, at 10:00 a.m., the real estate and mortgaged premises directed by the judgment to be sold, therein described as follows: A parcel of land located in the SW1/4 of the SW1/4, Section 7, Township 32 North, Range 17 West, described as follows: Commencing at a point 21 chains 66 links East and 37-1/2 links North of corner common to Sections 7 and 18, 12 and 13, Township 32 North, Ranges 17 and 18; thence North 198 feet to iron post (var 4 deg 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122; East) for a place of beginning; thence continuing North 594 feet; thence West 440 feet (var 1 degree 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122; East; thence South 792 feet; thence East 220 feet to iron post; thence North 198 feet to iron post; thence East 220 feet to iron post and the place of beginning.

EXCEPTING that portion of property lying within Lot 5 of Certified Survey Map No. 5234 recorded in Volume 23 of Certified Survey Maps page 141, as Document #720304, AND A parcel of land in the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 7, Township 32 North, Range 17 West, described as follows: Beginning at a point 21 chains 66 links East and 37-1/2 links North of the corner common to Sections 7, 18, 12 and 13, Township 32 North, Ranges 17 and 18, West; thence North 198 feet to an iron post (variation 4 degrees 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122; East), thence West 220 feet to an iron post (variation 1 degree 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122; East) thence South 198 feet to an iron post, thence East 220 feet to an iron post and point of beginning.

AND The SW1/4 of the SW1/4 of Section 7, Township 32 North, Range 17 West EXCEPTING the following four parcels; 1. A parcel of land located in the SW1/4 of the SW1/4, Section 7, Township 32 North, Range 17 West, described as follows: Commencing at a point 21 chains 66 links East and 37-1/2 links North of corner common to Sections 7 and 18, 12 and 13, Township 32 North, Ranges 17 and 18; thence North 198 feet to iron post (var 4 deg 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122; East) for a place of beginning; thence continuing North 594 feet; thence West 440 feet (var 1 degree 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122; East; thence South 792 feet; thence East 220 feet to iron post; thence North 198 feet to iron post; thence East 220 feet to iron post and the place of beginning.

2. The portion of property lying within Lot 5 of Certified Survey Map No. 5234 recorded in Volume 23 of Certified Survey Maps page 141, as Document #720304.

3. A parcel of land in the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 7, Township 32 North, Range 17 West, described as follows: Beginning at a point 21 chains 66 links East and 37-1/2 links North of the corner common to Sections 7, 18, 12 and 13, Township 32 North, Ranges 17 and 18, West; thence North 198 feet to an iron post (variation 4 degrees 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122; East), thence West 220 feet to an iron post (variation 1 degree 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122; East) thence south 198 feet to an iron post, thence East 220 feet to an iron post and point of beginning.

4. The NW1/4 of the SW1/4 of the SW1/4 of Section 7, Township 32 North, Range 17 West.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1773 40th Avenue, Osceola, Wis. TERMS OF SALE: Cash.

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

Dated this 15th day of May, 2013. /s/Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Attorney Christine A. Gimber WELD, RILEY, PRENN & RICCI, S.C. 3624 Oakwood Hills Parkway 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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Notices/Employment opportunities INVITATION TO BID CHIP SEALING PROJECTS TOWN OF JACKSON The Town of Jackson is seeking sealed bids for chip seal resurfacing of approximately 1.1 miles total, average width 18 feet. Viking Circle from Shore Road to Shore Road (.32 mi.), Bass Lake Circle from Shore Road to Shore Road (.05 mi.), Shore/Viking Circle Nook (.02 mi.) and Pope Road from County Rd. A to termination (.5 mi.). Some sections may require double chip seal (to be determined by contractor at time of inspection). Type of aggregate for chip seal to be determined by contractor at time of inspection. Aggregate to be applied evenly and rolled into emulsified asphalt, with excess rock to be broomed from coated surface. Required crack sealing and surface sweeping to be performed by others prior to application of chip seal coating. Contractor to verify road width and length. Resurfacing work is to be coordinated with town representatives and must be completed by September 15, 2013. Bids are due and will be opened on June 10, 2013, 7 p.m. at the Jackson Town Hall during monthly town meeting. Valid certificate of insurance must be presented with bids. The Town of Jackson reserves the right to reject any and all bids or portion thereof. For more information, contact Roger Larson 715-866-7529.

583261 39-40L 29a WNAXLP Sealed bids should be sent to Town of Jackson, 4599 County Road A, Webster WI 54893. Attn: Chip seal bid.

FREDERIC BOARD OF EDUCATION Regular Meeting Monday, April 15, 2013

President Mr. Nelson called the regular meeting of the Frederic Board of Education to order at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, April 15, 2013, in the District Boardroom.

Motion Matz/Holicky to approve the agenda and that the meeting was properly noticed. Motion carried 5-0.

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

Mr. Nelson announced to the members of the Board that they should consider adjourning to closed session for the purpose of consideration of preliminary notice of nonrenewal for certified staff, § 19.85 (1) (c); consideration of administrative contracts, §19.85 (1) (c); and negotiations 19.85 (1) (g). Mr. Nelson informed the Board the closed session would be proper and is authorized by § 19.85 (1) & (c) (f) of the WI Statutes.

Motion Matz/Holicky to adjourn to closed session. Vote by roll call was unanimous to convene in closed session and the motion carried 5-0. Time 5:33 p.m. The closed session recessed at 6:28 p.m. to reconvene to closed session at the end of the regular meeting.

Business as a result of closed session: Motion Holicky/ Engen to issue preliminary nonrenewal for teaching staff.

Motion carried 5-0.

Administration present: Mr. Fitzgerald, Mr. Robinson and Mrs. Steen at 6:30 p.m.

Motion Holicky/Matz to approve the 4-3-13 regular meeting minutes. Motion carried 5-0.

Motion Matz/Engen to approve closed session minutes for 220-13, 3-14-13 and 4-3-13. Motion carried 5-0.

Invoices for March 2013 presented as follows: Regular invoices (11538-11618, 38793-38793).....$336,684.21 Payroll account.......................................................$185,227.16 Mr. Engen presented the receipts for March 2013 totaling $660,657.31.

Motion Amundson/Matz to authorize and confirm the money payments of the invoices presented. Motion carried 5-0.

Mr. Robinson reviewed the 2012-2013 budget.

Board member reports: Mr. Nelson and Mrs. Amundson, reelected into office, took the oath of office for the school board.

Audience in attendance: Matt Ennis, Brenda Chenal, Teri Chenal, Adam Chenal, Tim Lund and Zach Peterson.

A. RMM Business Solutions: Representatives from the company gave a presentation on our future technology needs for 2014 and beyond, Justin Paulsen assisted in the presentation.

Reports of the Administration: A. Mr. Robinson presented the district report.

B. Mr. Fitzgerald presented the 6-12 school report.

C. Mrs. Steen presented the elementary report.

D. Mr. Peterson no report given.

E. Mrs. Shafer submitted the food service report.

New Business: A. Personnel 1. Retirements/Resignations/Hires: None 2. Contracts: None B. Policy Review: Ongoing project.

C. Board Member Committee Development: Motion Engen/ Holicky to make special committees as standing committees. Motion carried 5-0.

D. CESA Shared Services Contract: Motion Amundson/ Engen to approve the 2013-2014 CESA 11 Shared Service Contract. Motion carried 5-0.

E. CESA 11 Special Education Services - Early Childhood Contract: Motion Holicky/Matz to approve the 20132014 the Early Childhood 66:0301 Contract. Motion carried 5-0.

Mr. Nelson announced to the members of the Board that they should reconvene into closed session for personnel. Mr. Nelson informed the Board the closed session would be proper and is authorized by s 19.85 (1) & (c) (f) of the WI Statutes.

Motion Engen/Amundson to adjourn to closed session. Vote by roll call was unanimous to convene in closed session and the motion carried 5-0. Time 8:29 p.m. The regular meeting convened at 10:41 p.m.

Business as resulting from closed session: None.

Motion Holicky/Engen to adjourn. Motion carried 5-0. Time 10:42 p.m.

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NOTICE OF THE BOARD OF REVIEW TOWN OF LORAIN

***OPEN BOOK will be held on the 10th day of June 2013, from 3 to 5 p.m., at the Lorain Town Hall.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Board of Review for the Town of Lorain of Polk County, shall hold its first meeting on the 10th day of June, 2013, from 5 to 7 p.m., at Lorain Town Hall.

Please be advised of the following requirements to appear before the Board of Review and procedural requirements if appearing before the Board: No person shall be allowed to appear before the Board of Review, to testify to the Board by telephone or to contest the amount of any assessment of real property if the person has refused a reasonable written request by certified mail of the assessor to view such property.

After the first meeting of the Board of Review and before the Boardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s final adjournment, no person who is scheduled to appear before the Board of Review may contact or provide information to a member of the Board about the personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s objection except at a session of the Board.

No person may appear before the Board of Review, testify to the Board by telephone or contest the amount of the assessment unless, at least 48 hours before the first meeting of the Board or at least 48 hours before the objection is heard if the objection is allowed because the person has been granted a waiver of the 48-hour notice of intent to file a written objection by appearing before the Board during the first two hours of the meeting and showing good cause for the failure to meet the 48hour notice requirement and files a written objection that the person provides to the clerk of the Board of Review notice as to whether the person will ask for removal of any Board members and, if so, which member will be removed and the personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reasonable estimate of the length of time that the hearing will take.

When appearing before the Board of Review, the person shall specify, in writing, the personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s estimate of the value of the land and of the improvements that are subject of the personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s objection and specify the information that the person used to arrive at that estimate.

No person may appear before the Board of Review, testify to the board by telephone or subject or object to a valuation if that valuation was made by the Assessor or the Objector using the income method of valuation unless the person supplies the Assessor all of the information about income and expenses, as specified in the Assessorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s manual under Sec. 73.03(2a) of Wis. Statutes, that the Assessor requests. The Town has an ordinance for the confidentiality of information about income and expenses that is provided to the Assessor under this paragraph which provides exceptions for persons using information in the discharge of duties imposed by law or of the duties of their office or by order of a court. The information that is provided under this paragraph, unless a court determined that it is inaccurate, is not subject to the right of inspection and copying under Sec. 19.35 (1), WI Statutes.

The Board shall hear upon oath, by telephone, all ill or disabled persons who present to the Board a letter from a physician, surgeon or osteopath that confirms their illness or disability. No other persons may testify by telephone.

Respectfully Submitted, Susan Hughes, Clerk - Town of Lorain 584417 40L 30a WNAXLP

BOARD OF REVIEW TOWN OF SIREN

Notice is hereby given that the Board of Review for the Town of Siren of Burnett County will be held on Tuesday, June 4, 2013, from 6 - 8 p.m., at the Siren Town Hall, 7240 South Long Lake Road. For appointments call 800-721-4157.

Please be advised of the following requirements to appear before the Board of Review and procedural requirements if appearing before the Board.

No person shall be allowed to appear before the Board of Review, to testify to the Board by telephone or to contest the amount of any assessment of real or personal property if the person has refused a reasonable written request by certified mail of the Assessor to view such property.

After the first meeting of the Board of Review and before the Boardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s final adjournment, no person who is scheduled to appear before the Board of Review may contact or provide information to a member of the board about that personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s objection except at a session of the Board.

No person may appear before the Board of Review, testify to the Board by telephone or contest the amount of assessment unless, at least 48 hours before the first meeting of the Board or at least 48 hours before the objection is heard if the objection is allowed because the person has been granted a waiver of the 48-hour notice of an intent to file a written objection by appearing before the Board during the first two hours of the meeting and showing good cause for failure to meet the 48hour notice requirement and files a written objection, that the person provides to the Clerk of the Board of Review notice as to whether the person will ask for removal of any board members and, if so, which member will be removed and the personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reasonable estimate of the length of time that the hearing will take. When appearing before the Board, the person shall specify, in writing, the personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s estimate of the value of the land and of the improvements that are the subject of the personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s objection and specify the information that the person used to arrive at the estimate.

No person may appear before the Board of Review, testify to the Board by telephone or subject or object to a valuation; if that valuation was made by the Assessor or the Objector using the income method; unless the person supplies the Assessor all of the information about income and expenses, as specified in the manual under Sec. 73.03(2a), that the assessor requests. The municipality or County shall provide by ordinance for the confidentiality of information about income and expenses that is provided to the Assessor under this paragraph and shall provide exceptions for persons using the information in the discharge of duties imposed by law or of the duties of their office by order of a court. The information that is provided under this paragraph, unless a court determined that it is inaccurate, is not subject to the right of inspection and copying under Sec. 19.35(1) of Wis. Statutes.

The Board shall hear upon oath, by telephone, ill or disabled persons who present to the Board a letter from a physician, surgeon or osteopath that confirms their illness or disability. No other person may testify by telephone.

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Burnett County holds peace officers memorial service

by Jean Koelz Leader staff writer BURNETT COUNTYâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Since 1962, local communities have joined the federal government in a tribute to local, state and IHGHUDO SHDFH RIĂ&#x20AC;FHUV ZKR GLHG LQ WKH OLQH of duty. Since President Kennedy signed LW LQWR ODZ 3HDFH 2IĂ&#x20AC;FHUV 0HPRULDO 'D\ KDV IDOOHQ RQ 0D\ HDFK \HDU DQG 3Rlice Week marks the calendar week into which the day falls. The congressional declaration states that the purpose is â&#x20AC;&#x153;to SD\ WULEXWH WR WKH ODZ HQIRUFHPHQW RIĂ&#x20AC;FHUV ZKR KDYH PDGH WKH XOWLPDWH VDFULĂ&#x20AC;FH for our country and to voice our appreciation for all those who currently serve on the front lines of the battle against crime.â&#x20AC;?

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Memorial Day: Remembering our fallen veterans

LEADERLAND â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Memorial Day is a time to honor and show our appreciation for our countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fallen wartime heroes.

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0HPRULDO 'D\ VHUYLFHV $ + DQG -DFNVRQ 9 a.m., Webb Lake Cemetery 10 a.m., Sacred Heart Cemetery, A&H 11 a.m., Town of Jackson Cemetery Services will be provided by ZachHolmes American Legion Post 403 with )DWKHU 0LNH 7XSD RIĂ&#x20AC;FLDWLQJ %DOVDP /DNH Ellis F. Hagler American Legion Post 278, Balsam Lake Honor Guard will honor the departed comrades of the area on Monday, May 27, at the following cemeteries: 9 a.m., Johnstown Township Cemetery D P +RO\ 5RVDU\ &DWKROLF &HPetery 9:30 a.m., Town of Georgetown Cemetery D P *HRUJHWRZQ /XWKHUDQ &HPetery 10 a.m., Bunyan Cemetery

11 a.m., Balsam Lake Cemetery The program at Balsam Lake Cemetery will feature music by the Unity High School band, Adam Bever, director.

&KLVDJR &RXQW\ 0LQQ The 2013 Memorial Day program will be conducted by Carl Linnel, Post 392 American Legion, and Chisago County Post 1678 VFW. Franconia Cemetery, 9 a.m.; Taylors Falls Cemetery, 10 a.m.; March to Interstate Bridge; Salute to maritime dead, 11 a.m.; Almelund Cemetery, 11:30 a.m. Dinner will be served at the Almelund Church.

All veterans are urged to take part in these programs.

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area veterans, hosted at the American LeJLRQ +DOO 3RVW %UDVN )RVVXP -DQNH Guest speaker, Pastor Brad Moore.

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0LOOWRZQ American Legion George W. Melby Post ZLOO UHPHPEHU WKHLU EHORYHG DW 0HPRrial Day services.

9:30 a.m., South Milltown Cemetery 10 a.m., Milltown Cemetery 10:40 a.m., North Valley Cemetery 11 a.m., New Home Cemetery 11:20 a.m., Pleasant Valley Cemetery 11:40 a.m., Granum Cemetery S P %RQH /DNH &HPHWHU\ Please note that times may vary. Please be there early.

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6LUHQ +HUWHO %XUQHWW &RXQW\ 9): 3RVW FHUHPRnies will be at the following places: 9 a.m., Viola Lake 9:30 a.m., Hertel/St. Croix Tribal Cemetery 10 a.m., Lakeview Cemetery There will be a Memorial Day ceremony and program at Hertel Lakeview Cemetery on Monday, May 28, 11 a.m. sharp.

All are welcome.

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6W &URL[ )DOOV American Legion Post 143, Memorial Day program Monday, May 27.

9 a.m., Pleasant Hill Cemetery 10 a.m., St. Croix Falls Cemetery Flag disposal ceremony at 11 a.m. at Legion Post 143. Potluck lunch by Post 143 and Auxiliary at 11:30 a.m. at Legion Post.

Public is welcome.

6SRRQHU A Memorial Day ceremony is set for Sunday, May 26, at 1 p.m. at the Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial. Veterans, their families, and the public are invited to attend.

The theme for this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ceremony is â&#x20AC;&#x153;A Decade in the Desert: A Look Back at the War in Iraq. This year is the 10-year anniversary of the Iraq War, which began on March 19, 2003. About 34,000 men and women from Wisconsin served in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom combined.

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Vietnam veterans Jim Czajkowski and Paul Dedenbach will place the Wreath of Remembrance and the ceremonial honor guard salute will be presented by Rice Lake American Legion Post 87.

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A Memorial Day dinner will be held Monday, May 27, at the Webster Community Center, serving from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Sponsored by Unit 96 American Legion Auxiliary.

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The heritage of the St. Croix land

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Telling our stories to the nationâ&#x20AC;?

by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer TAYLORS FALLS, Minn. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The St. Croix River has united our region for billions of years.

Now, some want to take the many stories of our many waters in the St. Croix watershed to the nation by having our region declared a National Heritage Area as a way to have the special qualities of our area recognized.

A step in this process took place last Thursday, May 16, when folks from across our area gathered in TayORUV )DOOV IRU WKH Ă&#x20AC;QDO PHHWLQJ RI WKH Heritage Initiativeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s feasibility study.

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of retaining their culture, despite losses of their traditional lands, is a story of perseverance, one of the collected stories.

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A strong conservation ethic has led to a relationship between the people and the land that continues to evolve.

The culmination of these stories is the story of the St. Croix Land, the story the Heritage Initiative now wants to take to the nation. That story is of a land of many peoples, the story of the Upper Midwest. And it is the story of the lands that remain to invite people to live here and visit here.

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Gourmet dinner with patriotic flair at the Forts on Flag Day DANBURY - The Burnett County Historical Society invites you to a gourmet, patriotic dinner at Forts Folle Avione. The annual event is scheduled for Friday, June 14, and again features a 5:30 p.m. wine-tasting experience along with hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvres and live music on the GHFN $ Ă&#x20AC;YH FRXUVH JRXUPHW GLQQHU IROORZV DW S P complete with wine and other beverage choices, in the great hall.

Prepaid reservations are requested by Wednesday, June 5. Because of limited seating, you are encouraged to make your reservations early.

This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s date falls on Flag Day. To correspond with this distinction, the dinnerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dĂŠcor and its dessert will coordinate with the red, white and blue of our nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hallmark of freedom. Guests are even encouraged to join ZLWK WKH WKHPH DQG KRQRU RXU Ă DJ E\ ZHDULQJ WKH V\Pbolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s colors of red, white and blue.

Proceeds raised by the dinner help support the many works and programs of the Historical Society and Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park along with the societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission to â&#x20AC;&#x153;provide educational opportunities to the public by researching, preserving and teaching the history of Burnett County.â&#x20AC;?

In 2013, the Burnett County Historical Society is sponsoring a full schedule of events and educational programming including the Yellow River Echoes, June 22- 23; new Yellow River Folk Music Festival, July 6; Great Folle Avoine Fur Trade Rendezvous, July 26-28, Garden Tea, Aug. 22; antique appraisal, Aug. 24; and Christmas at the Fort, Dec. 7, 8 and 14, as well as several wild rice pancake breakfasts.

For more dinner details and/or reservations, please call us at 715-866-8890 by June 5 or visit theforts.org. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; from Burnett County Historical Society

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Regional history buffs to gather in Luck LUCK â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Are you interested in local history? If so, then come Thursday, May 30, to the Luck Historical Societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s second-annual Do More Together afternoon. The event will be held from 1 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3 p.m. at the Luck Historical Museum on 3rd Avenue and Main Street.

-DQH 6H\PRXU VWDWH KLVWRULFDO VRFLHW\ Ă&#x20AC;HOG UHSUHVHQWDtive, will speak about sharing museum objects. She plans to talk about loans, insurance, and other aspects of sharing collections. Audience participation is welcome. You will hear what is new in area organizations, what has worked, and what hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t.

Individuals with historical interests are welcome, too.

Refreshments will be served. You are also encouraged to tour the new library and museum addition, which is now nearly compete but not yet operational.

This should be a good time to meet new friends and renew old acquaintances. RSVP is encouraged, but not necessary. Call Judy at 715-646-1447 or the Luck Museum at 715-472-2030. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; submitted

FSA reminds producers of DCP/ACRE sign-up deadlines SPOONER â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Farm Service Agency reminds producers that enrollment for the 2013 Direct and Counter-cyclical Program will end on Friday, Aug. 2, and the Average Crop Revenue Election program will end Monday, June 3.

USDA computes DCP and ACRE direct payments using base acres and payment yields established for each farm.

Payments will be issued in October to eligible producers at rates established by statute regardless of market prices.

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All signatures must be obtained by the deadline for both the DCP and ACRE programs. In all cases, it is the responsibility of the operators and owners of a farm to obtain and submit all necessary signatures on election and enrollment forms by the sign-up deadlines.

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Milo wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t buying it, I could tell. I was having a hard time believing it myself. When I look at Milo, I still see the svelte puppy I adopted from the pound four years ago. I was telling this to my friend Andy.

Andy was sympathetic. Andy has also had a few pounds slip on while he wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t looking. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not fat!â&#x20AC;? Andy said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think he looks great.

You look great, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t you Milo?â&#x20AC;?

Andy is my oldest friend and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d invited him over for dinner, but all this talk of unnoticed weight gain and preventable health consequences had diminished his appetite and we had a lot of uneaten lasagna sitting in the pan. Milo lay sleeping happily at the feet of his new ally while Andy refused a second piece of lasagna. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve come to the conclusion that I am a lot fatter than I think I am,â&#x20AC;? Andy announced.

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Guest housing needed for guest actors ST. CROIX FALLS - In just a few short weeks, Festival Theatreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s summer acting troupe arrives to begin the rehearsal process for the summer season. Most of the actors come from outside the area, and host homes are needed for their housing.

Festival Theatre utilizes a long-standing host home program, which matches guest artists with area hosts for the duration of their time working at Festival. Guest artists full-time stays range from three weeks to seven months, but part-time hosts may only be needed for shorter-term stays.

Ed and Karel Moersfelder open their home to a guest actor every year, and as Ed explains, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Opening our home to -DFO\Q -RKQVRQ YLVLWV ZLWK KRVWV 'RQ +DQVHQ DQG 6\GQH\ 3DUHGHV *XHVW KRXV visiting Festival Theatre artists (10 and LQJ LV QHHGHG IRU )HVWLYDO 7KHDWUH V VXPPHU DFWLQJ WURXSH z 3KRWR VXEPLWWHG counting) has been a most enriching experience. Each brings a new perspective and each has RU FDOO WKH ER[ RIĂ&#x20AC;FH DW )HVWLYDO¡V VXPPHU been engaging, polite, respectful and a pure delight. We season of live professional theater opens June 20. Details about the upcoming shows can be found online at festicanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wait for our new 2013 Festival Family member.â&#x20AC;?

To learn more about hosting an actor, or two, please valtheatre.org. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; with submitted information from Festival contact Jaclyn Johnson at artistic@festivaltheatre.org, Theatre

BAAG announces its 2013 event schedule SIREN â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Burnett Area Arts Group announces its sponsored arts and crafts events to be held at the BAAG Art Center on Hwy. 35 N. in Siren. %$$*¡V Ă&#x20AC;UVW HYHQW RFFXUUHG RQ 0D\ DQG ZKHQ it participated in the Earth Arts Spring Art Tour. The remaining events include Arts Alive on 35, June 15 and Aug. 3; Up North Art Sale, Sept. 28; Fiber Art Show, Oct. 12; and Holiday Arts Alive on 35, Nov. 2. BAAG will also hold fundraiser bake sales on each of these dates.

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ideas. Now when I get to work my gas tank is still full and my head is empty. couple of years ago I bought Exercise doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t come easy a new pickup truck and it for most people and it certainly has been the best thing yet for my doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t come easy for me. UsuJohn W. Ingalls, MD exercise program. I now ride my ally when I get the notion to exbicycle to work when the weather ercise I lie down until it passes. I is nice and I feel great. Unfortuhave always believed exercise is work without getting nately, the weather hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t been that nice this year anything accomplished. Now I have joined Anytime but it hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t stopped me from thinking about riding Fitness and I still donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get anything accomplished. my bicycle since gas prices have been manipulated Most of our modern-day lives are spent trying to into the stratosphere. Anyway, I love the truck. It is avoid work and that is why we now have electronic D KHDY\ GXW\ WUXFN GHVLJQHG WR SXOO RXU Ă&#x20AC;IWK ZKHHO appliances, escalators, elevators and gimmicky exercamper and it does a wonderful job. The problem is cise equipment you can buy on the Home Shopping the mileage is worse than the mileage of my last truck Network. You can strap on an Ab-zapper, or whatever so I can hardly afford to drive it. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s either pay the it is called, and turn on the switch. The electric current WUXFN SD\PHQWV RU Ă&#x20AC;OO WKH IXHO WDQN QRW ERWK goes through your fat and attacks the lazy muscles unHowever, I have come to really enjoy my morning derneath, stimulating them into health and vitality. It bicycle commutes. I enjoy the fresh air and the chance doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take up any time so you can sit back and enjoy to burn a few calories. The longer commute time is the football game while you chug another brew and DOVR WR P\ EHQHĂ&#x20AC;W ERWK LQ WKH PRUQLQJV DQG DJDLQ DW the end of the day, as it allows me to slow down in life eat another can of cheese dip. High-tech exercising without the work. and really appreciate what is happening around me.

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Back in my farmhouse after a year away, I am looking to lighten the load, make room for new books and new art and new ideas. I looked at my bookshelves despairingly â&#x20AC;&#x201D; stacks of yearbooks and family genealogy â&#x20AC;&#x201D; knowing that I will never part with as much as I hope I will.

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Milo nudged Andyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hand and got some more petting. Milo and I both think itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good thing to have a friend like Andy who sees us for what we are.

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Biking can actually be enjoyable. When I see joggers on the roadsides I rarely ever see any evidence of enjoyment. Most are grimacing, groaning and sweating so bad that it gives the impression of agony. Maybe they jog because it feels so good when they quit. Bikers, on the other hand, actually seem to have fun. Two bikers, side by side, can easily chat without gasping or wheezing. They can pedal along country roads perusing the scenery and smelling the dairy air. The next WLPH \RX DUH DW D JDV VWDWLRQ Ă&#x20AC;OOLQJ XS \RXU WDQN ZLWK high-octane gasoline, more expensive than gold, and you see a bicyclist or two pedaling by, observe them closely. If they look at you and smile, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s because they arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t stopping for gas, actually they are passing gas.

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fear. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just the angels bowling in heaven, Abby.â&#x20AC;? And during an especially loud boom sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d say, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sounds like they got a strike!â&#x20AC;?

The rain danced on the skylight in our bathroom and the lightning Ă DVKHG LWV VLQLVWHU VPLOH ZKLOH WKH thunder replied in loud laughter. The blankets were warm against my skin and my sisterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s steadfast words and arms wrapped around me. And suddenly, thunderstorms werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t so scary anymore.

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mind wanders to stormy nights in summer, random bouts of midday rain and swimming in the lake while the rain made delicate ripples on the waterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s surface. There was a night when I sat out on the smaller deck on the third Ă RRU RI RXU KRXVH P\ ERG\ SURWHFWHG from the rain by the roof. The thunder echoed across the lake, the lightQLQJ¡V MDJJHG DUWKULWLF ORRNLQJ Ă&#x20AC;QJHUV reached beyond the sky, the sweetness of rain wrapped around me. I felt totally and utterly safe and comforted by watching a storm unfold before me while I sat untouched by the rain and lightning.

There were other nights where I opened the curtains and windows to my bedroom only to lie in bed and fall asleep to the sounds of a midnight summer storm. I remember rainy summer days as a kid, the smell of rain

steaming on hot pavement, running outside in my swimsuit, getting coated with grass and mud until we had to jump into the lake to wash off. The sun would poke out and the rain would dissipate, and a rainbow would decorate the sky.

But what began as a fear as a small child quickly turned into a pocket I could keep - teeming with memories, comfort and dreams. Now, as my nieces - all ages 5 and under - are scared of thunder and lightning, I tell them what their mother once told me as a little girl - itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just the angels bowling in heaven. And they giggle as they try to guess whether it was a strike, or a gutter ball, or a split, or somewhere in between. And suddenly, thunderstorms arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t so scary anymore.

school, camps, travel and the like. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great.

The concern I have is that most people donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t Chris Wondra understand that many kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; brains will actually be shrinking this summer. Really. Many kids will come back to school in the fall with smaller brains than when they left. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not speaking metaphorically, and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not making this up. Though this phenomenon has nothing to do with the change in seaVRQV ² LW LV VWLOO D VLJQLĂ&#x20AC;FDQW DQG FULWLFDO time of brain development. And for many, summer downtime can have a lasting negative affect on long-term abilities.

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associated with higher functions such as thinking and learning - begins to undergo a radical reorganization.

Up until this point, over the course of their childhood, the volume of gray matter in their cerebral cortex has been gradually increasing. In fact, brain scans have shown that we never have more gray matter than we have at early adolescence. As children enter and progress through puberty, however, their brains actually begin to shrink.

Brain scientists call this process â&#x20AC;&#x153;pruning.â&#x20AC;? Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a time when unused neural connections are eliminated.

Scientists believe that this pruning process, while often disruptive, eventually allows our brains to operate more efĂ&#x20AC;FLHQWO\ As alarming as it sounds, this is a natural part of the maturation process.

Still, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a critical moment in a childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s development because the connections that we exercise are the ones that we keep. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the neural pathways we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t stimulate that we eliminate. At no point in our childrens lives is the old clichĂŠ, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Use it or lose it,â&#x20AC;? more apt.

Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not to say that if we canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t play the guitar or speak German by the time weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re 15 that all is lost. Research has also shown the brain to be extraordi-

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Which brings me back to my concern about summer. Kids who stop using their brains in challenging ways over the summer â&#x20AC;&#x201C; especially adolescent kids whose brains are naturally pruning unused neural pathways â&#x20AC;&#x201C; are setting themselves up for needless challenges down the road. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to remember, we prune what we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t use.

So as summer approaches this year, especially if you have adolescent children, begin planning to continue to engage them in meaningful learning experiences. Travel, explore, experiment, build and create. Share and compare books and media. Tell stories around WKH FDPSĂ&#x20AC;UH 8VH DQG HQJDJH \RXU childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s interests this summer. Keep learning. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be creating more than great memories â&#x20AC;&#x201C; youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be building stronger brains.

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. Email Wondra at mrwondra@weteachwelearn.org.

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Parent alert: Your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s brain may actually shrink this summer â&#x20AC;&#x153;Are you counting down?â&#x20AC;?

Teachers hear this a lot this time of year. For the record, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t.

Yes, I know the end of the school year is approaching. I know my students are aware of this, too. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s talk in the halls. Kids are wearing shorts again.

Grass stains are starting to show up in the laundry. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a force of nature. Summer is coming.

As a public schoolteacher, honestly, I have a sort of love-hate relationship with summer. It has nothing really to do with any time off. Contrary to popular myth, most public schoolteachers work through the summer, as do I, on teaching and learning, research, preparing, professional development and the like. No, the problem I have with summer is the idea that, for some parents and kids, summer is a time to stop learning.

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always get a kick out of this time of year - the present-day people who run Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park are frantically turning toward summer, while back in fur trade times, the trading crews who formed the original staff were long gone, canoeing back to Lake Superior after a winter of trading with the Ojibwe. So, in summer, no one was about the place - it was the nature of the fur trade. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Times changeâ&#x20AC;? is more than just a saying, I guess. Onward and all that. OK, so whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on tap as we turn the corner of 2013 toward summer?

Actually, the program of school tours is already under way, with busloads of kids from all over making the excursion to the site for a visit with the re-enactors who portray what life at a fur trading outpost was really like. Starting on Saturday, May 25, those tours will be expanded to include the general public on a schedule running 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. daily, except Mondays - Tuesdays, each week until September. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let the term â&#x20AC;&#x153;tourâ&#x20AC;? scare you â&#x20AC;&#x201C; theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re less formal than the usual, and the people conducting them are committed to providing all visitors with a quality and informative style of presentation thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy to digest. And variable - though the core material is by necessity the same, Folle Avoineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s guides/historic interpreters are pretty good at informing in an entertaining manner.

With planting season under way, the site will offer its annual plant sale on the opening weekend. A large selection of plants ranging from herbs to ground covers, including prairie plants, hostas and many others, will be for sale. Saturday and Sunday hours start at 8 a.m.

Sunday, May 26, also marks the inaugural pancake breakfast of the 2013 season. All-you-can-eat pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage and bever-

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ages will mean you can desert the home kitchen that morning. Serving runs from 8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. on the deck of the visitors center (rain or shineâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;the deck has a canopy for inclement weather). More fundraiser breakfasts are set for the following Sundays: June 23, July 7, July 28, Aug. 11 and Sept. 1.

And while you have food in mind, the annual historical society dinner will take place on the evening of Friday, June 14. No ordinary meal, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m told â&#x20AC;&#x201C; which might explain why the historical society people only eat once a year. Wine tasting should loosen up the shy sorts, or you can mask yourself behind the live music. Seating commences at 6:30 p.m. and reservations are required, 715-8668890.

Now that your palate is satiated, perhaps youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d be intrigued by some of the other offerings of the summer. These include an interactive event known as Yellow River Echoes, scheduled this year for Saturday/Sunday, June 22-23. Lest you think this is an elite yodeling event, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really a mini-rendezvous â&#x20AC;&#x153;street theater,â&#x20AC;? where you can visit with dozens of people who study the fur trade era, make and wear authentic-style costuming, and portray everyday life of the fur trade. What they do dramatically augments the otherwise small Folle Avoine staff and provides lots more to see and do - crafts, music, even a game of lacrosse might be happening.

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Think all things folk music on Saturday, July 6. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the date for a new major event put together for this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; the Yellow River Folk Fest. Featuring some of the highest quality folk music acts from throughout the region, the event will showcase ongoing frivolity all day, including artist workshops, multiple stages, and with musical genres ranging from Celtic to bluegrass to voyageur and lumberjack songs. Bring your dancing shoes, but if you forget, a group of cloggers will show you what youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been missing. Food and beer, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve heard, will also be in good supply, so another day you can close the kitchen LV LQ WKH RIĂ&#x20AC;QJ The Old Recluse, kind of a folk relic himself, and from whom I obtain the information for this column, even arranged for an interview with one of the groups. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll give you the scoop on them

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And, and, and ... oh my, out of space again - well, at least thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a start on what Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve heard is going on at the Forts this year. Late July will see the rendezvous event repeated, and thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more, so look in this space for updates every two weeks. But if you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wait for my gnomish wisdom, you can always call 715-866-8890 or wander over to theforts. org.

Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park is currently open Tuesdays - Fridays.

Starting Memorial Day weekend, it will be open Wednesdays - Sundays through September. The Harris Palmer Historical Research Library maintains hours on Wednesdays as well.

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Luck School appreciates volunteers LUCK â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The annual volunteer appreciation luncheon at Luck School Wednesday afternoon, May 15, was a great feel-good event to wrap up the school year with a nice lunch, entertainment, gifts and recognition of special volunteers.

During lunch, volunteers were impressed with two musical selections by Luck junior Haley Dikkers. Accompanied by music teacher Janet Holdt on piano, Dikkers sang â&#x20AC;&#x153;O Del Mio Dolce Ardorâ&#x20AC;? by von Gluck and â&#x20AC;&#x153;As Long As He Needs Meâ&#x20AC;? from Oliver. These two pieces plus an additional two advanced to state competition earlier this spring.

Manfred Schonauer of Pipe Dream Center shared his talent on the piano and paired up with Lydia Rennicke on the upright bass to play â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ricardo Bossa Nova.â&#x20AC;? Steve Vogt joined them with his harmonica for a second song, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Route 66.â&#x20AC;?

Two special volunteers were recognized for their contributions to Luck School over many years. The 2012 recipient, Lydia Rennicke, was acknowledged for organizing the weekly after-school chess club for grades K-12 for several years and for her involvement in the annual Community Ed Day program.

The 2013 recipient, Audrey Anderson, has been a solid contributor with her time and ideas for 15 years on the community ed advisory board. Owner of Fibre Functions Yarn, Anderson has taught classes and shared her know-how with students and adults at the annual Community Ed Day programs.

Rennickeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and Andersonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s names join the names of other well-known local residents who have given their time and energy to help improve the Luck School and

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USDA announces Conservation Reserve Program sign-up WASHINGTON, D.C. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack reminded farmers and ranchers that the U.S. Department of Agriculture will conduct a fourweek Conservation Reserve Program general sign-up that began May 20 and will end Friday, June 14. Vilsack also announced the restart of sign-up for continuous CRP, including the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program, State Acres for Wildlife Enhancement Initiative, the Highly Erodible Land Initiative, the Grassland Restoration Initiative, the Pollinator Habitat Initiative and other related initiatives. Sign-up for continuous CRP began on May 13 and will continue through Sept.

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A new business, owned by Martha Nelson and called Timeless Treasures, offering antiques, handcrafted items and other merchandise, opened on Main Street in Frederic.â&#x20AC;&#x201C;The Festival Theatre in St. Croix Falls was selected for a Wisconsin Touring Program Award from the Wisconsin Arts Board for their production of the play â&#x20AC;&#x153;Vincent,â&#x20AC;? written by Leonard Nimoy, about the artist Vincent Van Gogh.â&#x20AC;&#x201C;The engagement of Angel Vollrath and Benjamin Dodds was announced.â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Students of Molly Carlson from Frederic and Grantsburg took part in a dance recital.â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Frederic Elementary students were informed and entertained E\ PRUH WKDQ DGXOW YROXQWHHUV IRU WKH Ă&#x20AC;UVW +HDOWK Career and Vehicle Day at the school.â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Local residents Ruth King and Ruth Potter would tour Scandinavia as members of the Wisconsin Friendship Chorus.â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Charity Zabel, Frederic High School, won a countywide contest to design a logo for a group called Project HELP.â&#x20AC;&#x201C;An armed man held up the Firstar Bank in Grantsburg on a Tuesday afternoon.â&#x20AC;&#x201C;About 750 runners took part in the Syttende Mai Run in Grantsburg.

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CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAY AND 1-YEAR ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION On Saturday, May 25

24568 State Road 35/70 â&#x20AC;˘ Siren, WI â&#x20AC;˘ 715-349-5446 http://www.petstore.name/

PERENNIAL PLANT SALE

Thurs. - Sat., May 23-25 and May 31 & June 1, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Featuring a wide selection of perennials, woodland plants & Heirloom tomatoes!

1534 Bridget Lake Lane Hwy. 8 East (8 miles) from St. Croix Falls, south on 150th Street, west on Bridget Lake Lane.

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There is no reason to wait through 377 holds just to see that new-release DVD. If you are in town, stop in at the Luck library and see what is available and get yourself off that long wait list. +RXUV Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7 p.m.; Friday, 11 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1 p.m.; Sunday, Ancestry.com tutorial only from noon â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4 p.m., library is closed to checkouts and browsers.

On behalf of the Northwest Passage, there has been a fund opened up in the Kyle Lexen family name. Donations would be to help w/cost of rebuilding their home after a fire.

Donations can be made at any US B

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Please make payable to:

Kyle Lexen Donation Fund Thank You For Your Support!

UNITY FRIENDS OF MUSIC HOSTING BINGO at

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LAURITSEN CHIROPRACTIC OFFICE Family Practice MOST INSURANCE ACCEPTED Mon., Wed., Fri. & Sat. (715) 635-6969 214 Spruce St. Spooner, WI Turtle Lake Office (Hwy. 8 & 63N) Tuesday and Thursday (715) 986-4600 www.LauritsenChiropractic.com

The Blacksmith Shop 1879 W. Bone Lake Drive, Balsam Lake

715-857-5679

VEGGIE PLANT SALE

Every Sunday Evening At 6 p.m.

Cash Prizes

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Thurs.-Sat., May 23-25, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Proceeds benefit Unity Music Department.

On the Patio at

Fresh Start Coffee Roasters, Webster, WI. Call Squirrel Ridge Farm,

FINANCIAL DIFFICULTIES? INJURED? ARRESTED?

715-222-9375,

for detailed list of tomatos, peppers, chilies and eggplant varieties for sale.

Jon E. Cruz, DDS 24164 State Road 35 Siren, Wis.

* Preventative Care * * Crowns, Bridges, Cosmetic Dentistry * * Dentures, Partials, Relines * * Fillings, Root Canals and Extractions *

WILLIAMS & DAVIS * We are a debt relief agency. We help people file for bankruptcy relief under the Bankruptcy Code.

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Siren Dental is excited to announce that we now offer complete dental implant services. Our team will take great care of you from the initial placement, to the final restoration. Call for a consult to learn more about dental implants.

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Know your rights before you take action! Your legal issues donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to be your burden alone. Owen R. Williams and Nicholas V. Davis, along with their experienced staff, are available to help you, and theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re just a phone call away. Free consultations are available at convenient times to you. Before you make any decisions, give us a call and let us ease your burden with the knowledge you need to get back on track today!

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The Pet Store

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The Humane Society of Burnett County will be there with animals for adoption. We will be having exotic animals, raffles, door prizes and a BBQ. We will also be having a sidewalk sale with huge discounts on some products.

We currently have the following babies in stock: Chinchillas, Ferrets, Rabbits, Guinea Pigs, Rats and Bearded Dragons Thank you for all your support in the past year.

PETAL PUSHER

Nexus 7 will be held at 5 p.m.

New-release DVDs and books are on the shelf at Luck Public Library. The MORE system has allowed libraries to retain one copy of a new-release DVD or book for local checkout. The new-release, high-demand hold items are RQ WKH /XFN FLUFXODWLRQ GHVN LQ D UHG ER[ 7LWOHV DUH Ă&#x20AC;UVW FRPH Ă&#x20AC;UVW VHUYHG EXW ZLWK '9'V WR SLFN IURP WKHUH is always a selection available. Because of their high demand, the loan periods on DVDs are three days instead RI WKH XVXDO RQH ZHHN DQG Ă&#x20AC;QHV RQ WKH ´5HQWDOÂľ RU 5HG Box items are $1 a day for each day overdue. Books and TV seasons have a 10-day checkout period instead of WZR ZHHNV DQG RYHUGXH Ă&#x20AC;QHV RI D GD\ ,WHPV PXVW EH checked in and out at Luck Library to avoid time spent in the courier. So if you are on the waiting list for any of the following items, come to our library and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be in Luck!

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We will be focusing on great programs that will give you chills during the heat of the summer. The programs will be held Wednesday afternoons from 3:30 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5 p.m., at the Luck library. Everyone who attends a Wednesday library program can put their name in for the end of the program drawing. This year, a 16 GB Google Nexus 7 tablet has been donated for our drawing prize. If you attend all seven programs, you will have seven chances to win. For a complete list of rules and restrictions, pick up a summer reading record at the Luck Public Library on or after June 12 and get in on the fun. The summer program schedule is:

how to overcome some of our fears concerning Wisconsinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s large and small wildlife species.

June 19, 3:30 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4:30 p.m., Scary Stories program. This program will be full of scary stories, funny scary stories and jokes to retell and entertain your friends. Learn how to tell a scary story that will creep your friends out.

June 26, 3:30 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4:30 p.m., Stephanie Reynolds, The Bat Lady, will be here so you can get up close and personal with these creepy critters.

July 3, 3:30 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4:30 p.m., Jim Gerholtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s program featuring snakes and lizards is guaranteed to help you get over that reactive fear you have with slithering reptiles.

Remarkable Reptiles is an eduational and entertaining program that will wow you.

July 10, 3:30 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4:30 p.m., Randy the Frog Guy will be here with his amphibian friends. Learn how to sing with the frogs and meet Blinky the frog who was hit by a car â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and lived. This interactive program is a hit for all ages.

July 17, 3:30 -4:30 p.m Monster Madness and Scary Fairy Gardens. This is a two-in-one program because not everyone may want to transform into their zombie alter ego. For those who are just dying to learn how to use stage makeup to turn themselves into a zombie, vampire or monster, makeup artist Jaclyn Johnson from the Festival Theatre will be holding a techniques seminar on the basics of makeup transformation. For those who like themselves just the way they are, we will be holding a Scary Fairy Garden workshop. Learn how to create an interesting fairy garden with aliens, Frankensteins and monsters that you make yourselves from Sculpey clay.

Bring a container , some dirt and a big imagination for a fun time.

July 24, 3:30 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4:30 p.m., Bruce the Bug Guy will be entertaining us with his creepy bug collection of spiders, scorpions and other creepy crawlies. 4:30 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5 p.m., reading awards will be given. The drawing for the Google

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JON E. CRUZ, DDS

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715-349-2297

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Students left the elementary school and began their march with costumes and other artistic displays of Asian art and music. A stop for songs and dance was taken in front of the Comforts of Home and again at the Frederic Area Depot and Museum before the march back to the school.

The Asian Adventure consisted of numerous events and projects focusing on Asian culture, beginning in February. - with submitted information

Photos by Becky Amundson

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Those I would like to thank: Joel Enochs at Valley View Vet, Marty Gall at Ackley Novelty, Saratoga Liquor, TriMart, Martens Jewelry, Rachel Carney, Matt Hultquist and ATL Entertainment, St. Croix Casino-Danbury, Johnson Brothers Liquor, Becky Gray at St. Croix Shipping and Handling, Clayton Hardware, Pizza Man Pizza; Tangen Drug, Holiday Inn Express & Our Place Cafe, Central Bank, St. Croix Laundry & Car Wash, Uncle Donuts, Daefflerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Quality Meats, Billâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dist., Wal-Mart, Badger Liquor, RCU, Heggies Pizza, Wizard Enterprise, Lucky Party Rental, Needham Dist., Polk-Burnett, Deer Lake Sports, MarketPlace Foods, The Pour House, Northwoods Bakery, General Beer Northwest, Chateau St. Croix, GB Floral, Terry Eckstrom, Sam Leggitt, Mindy Meyer, Michelle Madison, Lynn Gunderson, Jim & Betty Gregor, Steve Clark, Michael my love, for putting up with me, and anyone else I may have overlooked. I truly appreciate all of you from the bottom of my heart.

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by Carl Heidel Leader staff writer WEBSTER â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The speeches at the Webster High School commencement Saturday, May 18, resounded with themes of risk taking, responsibility and hard work as a sound base for success and celebration. And the graduates did, indeed, celebrate the rewards of their many years of hard work and fun in the Webster schools as, one by one, they received their diplomas, crossed the stage and stepped into their futures.

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graduates that everyone gathered for the commencement was an investor. Parents, teachers, friends, all of them had invested in the graduates, â&#x20AC;&#x153;And now,â&#x20AC;? said Benson, â&#x20AC;&#x153;they expect a return on their investment.â&#x20AC;?

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by Carl Heidel Leader staff writer SIREN â&#x20AC;&#x201C; With touches of Native American culture and the sound of the Ho-Chunk Nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drum, the Siren Class of 2013 graduated Friday evening, May 17. Of course, the ritual of diplomas and tassels took center stage, but another key part of the celebration was the induction of Stuart Owen Decorah into the Siren Schools Wall of Fame.

In his comments to the audience, Decorahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s son, Michael, described his late father as being passionate about helping non-natives understand and appreciate the Native American culture.

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by Priscilla Bauer Leader staff writer GRANTSBURG â&#x20AC;&#x201C; When Kristopher Jensen was asked to give the commencement address Sunday, May 19, to the class RI KH TXLFNO\ ZURWH GRZQ Ă&#x20AC;YH OLIH changing tips for success.

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Luck Class of 2013; a tight bond celebrated

LUCK - The Luck High School Class of 2013 went through commencement exercises on Sunday, May 19, in the school gymnasium.

The class of 40 featured an opening address from salutatorian Geoffrey Maiden Muller, who cited several poetic verses that related to the class, as well as tales of the classesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; growth.

Senior Eric Blaser gave the commencement address and noted that the class was known for its tight bonds, which he highlighted with a well-coordinated group single clap.

The class also sang together one last time, with the David Cook standard of recent years, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Time of My Life,â&#x20AC;? as well as two performances from the school choir.

Class of 2013 valedictorian Katelyn Dinnies gave her farewell address with a variety of song references, well sung and relating to her classmatesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; hopes and dreams, as well as their reality.

It was a melancholy event, as the speakers noted the talents, quirks, foibles, successes and seemingly common college destination of the class, which several speakers noted seems to lead to UW-Superior.

High school Principal Mark Gobler presented the class for the last time, as he retires in the coming weeks. - Greg Marsten

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POLK and BURNETT COUNTIES â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2013 marks the break in a long-held area tradition. After 27 years, there will be no Community Ag Association Dairy Breakfast this Fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day weekend. The unseasonably long winter has brought many delays to the local farm community and farmers are working overtime to try to catch up.

As of May 12, only 28 percent of the corn crop had been planted and agronomists were predicting a three-week shorter growing season than normal. Although recently improved weather has opened up a window for farmers to plant their crops, according to AGWEBâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Farmland Forecast, Wisconsin still only has 71percent of their corn in the ground. In Northern Wisconsin, planting usually begins around May 1. Agronomists agree that planting corn after May 20 returns $45 to $85 less per acre and

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Burnett County Airport for Papa Jackâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wild rice pancakes and the usual June dairy breakfast fare. Sadly, this year there will be no dairy farm, but there will still be plenty of dairy products. There will be a petting zoo to enjoy and a dairy goat might be milked at the event.

After all, in Wisconsin, every month is Dairy Month.

There will be more information posted closer to the date of the event. Dairy breakfast organizers thank everyone â&#x20AC;&#x201C; all of their past host families as well as everyone who has supported this local event. It truly could not have happened for 27 years without their effort and participation. - submitted

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Frederic Lions bike race celebrates 26 on June 8 FREDERIC â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Frederic Lions Classic bike race will be held for the 26th time on Saturday, June 8.

Started in 1988 by the Frederic Lions Club, the race has held on to be the third longest running citizens bike race in Wisconsin.

The idea to host a bike race in Frederic started as a coffee-table discussion in the winter of 1987. Terry and Jo Duea, Dave Dopkins, and Steve and Elisabeth Puetz collaborated on the concept of starting a local bike race after watching the success of a popular citizen bike race in Grandview that Dopkins had participated in. The Frederic Lions Club came on board as a host organization.

For over a quarter century, proceeds from the race have been directed by the Lions Club to the various charitable causes they support.

This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s race will be a 26.4-mile individual time trial and will bring racers to Frederic from all over the Midwest.

The race will start at the Frederic High School campus at 10 a.m., with registration starting at 8 a.m. The race route is an out-and-back course, going east on Clam Falls Drive, south on CTH I for 13 miles, turning around just north of Hwy. 48 and returning by the same route to Frederic. The course has a total of 1,300 vertical feet of climbing.

Top riders will complete the course in under an hour, averaging well over 26 mph on what is considered a difĂ&#x20AC;FXOW WLPH WULDO URXWH $ QHZ FODVV ZDV DGGHG LQ â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the single-speed division. This class offers awards to riders who complete the course on bikes with only one gear. The 2010 single-speed winner was Ricky Wells, Strum. Wells completed the course in 1 hour, 7 minutes, 59 seconds, riding faster than several riders on conventional bikes with many gears available. The course records are held by Joan Carlson, Menomonie, 1 hour, 8

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28 minutes, 33 seconds, 2012.

2012 winners Dan Logan, Osceola; Pat Lapekas, River Falls; Dan Johnson, single speed, Frederic; and Andrea Potyondy-Smith, single speed, Champlin, Minn., are expected to return to defend their titles.

Past winners with a local connection include 1988, Wendy Weinzierl-Griswold and Greg Nelson; 1993, Kevin Link and Jolene Selover Baillargeon; 2000, Terry Baillargeon; 2001, Frank Lundeen; and 2011, Dan Johnson (single speed).

Also of interest, author Michael Perry rode the race in the early â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;90s.

Arthur Martin, Frederic, is the only person who has completed all 25 of the previous races, and is expected to keep the streak going this year. He has been spotted on several training rides around the back roads of Leader Land.

The individual time-trial format features riders starting at 30-second intervals, with the goal of riding the course as fast as possible. Drafting, pack riding and other team tactics are not allowed, so time trials are referred to as the race of truth. Just lungs, legs and heart rates in the ozone DUH DOORZHG 7LPH WULDO VSHFLĂ&#x20AC;F ELF\FOHV DUH GHVLJQHG IRU aerodynamics and some cost over $7,000. Aero wheels alone may cost over $2,500 a pair and run with over 200 pounds of air pressure.

Race timing and results will be provided by Chimp Timing of Brooklyn Park, Minn.

The Frederic Lions Classic is one of the 20-plus events of the WiSport Cycling Series, which offers age-group recognition in both road-race and time-trial divisions, at races held all around Wisconsin.

For more information and an entry form, visit fredericlionsclassic.com, wisport.org or call 715-327-4892.

PCHS to meet Tuesday BALSAM LAKE - The Polk County Historical Society will hold its monthly meeting Tuesday, May 28, at the justice center in Balsam Lake at 7:15. This month will be the Antique Estimates Road Show with Mark Cellotti and Larry Phillipson. They will give you a little background information and an estimate of your antiqueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s value. Bring two to three items for their evaluation. Refreshments will be served. For further information contact Muriel Pfeifer at 715-268-6578. - from PCHS

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CHURCH NEWS/OBITUARIES Georgia â&#x20AC;&#x153;Janâ&#x20AC;? A. Hill Georgia â&#x20AC;&#x153;Janâ&#x20AC;? A. Hill, 78, a resident of Danbury, died May 18, 2013.

Jan was born Feb. 22, 1935, in Frederic to Delmar and Arvella (Swan) Benson. She was united in marriage with Lee Hill on Sept. 8, 1956, in Danbury. She was head secretary of Phillips High School for over 20 years and after retirement spent over 10 years as the church secretary at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Webster.

Jan enjoyed her home and yard and spent a lot of her time working on her Ă RZHU JDUGHQV DQG ODQGVFDSLQJ 6KH DOVR loved her animals, both inside pets Chloe and Emmy, and the outside wildlife. She was an avid bird and critter watcher. Jan spent many cold winter evenings knitting dishcloths for family members, and they could always count on receiving them as Christmas presents, as well as her traditional peanut brittle and new calendars.

She was preceded in death by her hus-

band, Lee, and her parents.

Jan is survived by her children, Leanne (Gary) Edinger, Brenda Hill (Jonathan Graham), Brian Hill (Jamie Clark) and Robert Hill; her grandchildren, Garret and Aubrey Edinger, Nicholas and Jacob Pisca, Mikaela Hill, Mitchell Clark, Nathan Braski and Maya Hill; her greatgranddaughter, Valerie Pisca; her siblings, Robert (Joan) Benson, Bev Benson and Gale Vayder; and other relatives and friends.

A Tuesday evening, May 21, visitation was held at Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home, Webster.

A memorial service was held on Wednesday, May 22, at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church.

Arrangements were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home, Webster. Online condolences can be made at swedberg-taylor.com.

5ROODQG - /¡$OOLHU Rolland John Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Allier was born on Oct. 26, 1944, in Amery, the son of Louis and Mary Ann Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Allier. After graduating from high school, he started a long career in trucking. He was taken to University Hospital with serious health issues and

died there on Feb. 4, 2013, at the age of 68 years. His burial will be at the Holy Rosary Cemetery in rural Balsam Lake. The Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services assisted the family.

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Daniel T. Bleyle Daniel T. Bleyle, 45, passed away in Henderson, Nev., on May 18, 2013, after a courageous one-year battle with brain cancer.

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He graduated from Lutheran High School in New Orleans in May of 1986.

Dan received a scholarship to attend Sheldon Jackson University in Sitka, Alaska, where he met his future wife.

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Howard â&#x20AC;&#x153;Blakeâ&#x20AC;? Fuller Howard â&#x20AC;&#x153;Blakeâ&#x20AC;? Fuller, 73, Danbury, died May 17, 2013. A memorial service was held Wednesday, May 22, at Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home, Webster. A full obituary will follow in a future

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OBITUARIES Esther Prokop

Joyce Elaine Goldade

Donald K. Parker

Esther Edith Prokop, 87, of St. Croix Falls, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 13, 2013, at the Good Samaritan Center in St. Croix Falls.

Esther was born Aug. 15, 1925, in Luck, to Gertie (Crandall) and Ervin A. Kamholz. She was baptized, conĂ&#x20AC;UPHG DQG DQ DFWLYH PHPEHU RI /XFN /XWKHUDQ &KXUFK During her high school years, she worked as a waitress at the Luck Eat Shop where she met the love of her life, Clarence â&#x20AC;&#x153;Clancyâ&#x20AC;? Prokop. After graduation from Luck High School and while Clancy was in the Army, she worked as a secretary for Munsingwear in Minneapolis, Minn. Esther and Clancy were united in marriage on May 18, 1946, at Luck Lutheran Church. They lived in Minneapolis and later moved to Bone Lake to help out on Clancyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s farm. In 1952, they bought the 120-acre Tip Top Farm near Centuria.

Esther taught piano, organ and accordion lessons for 11 years. She had over 50 students and an accordion band of 30 kids involved in musical competitions, concerts and recitals.

She was an active member of Fristad Lutheran Church and was very involved in her childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s school and 4-H activities. The family spent many summers camping and traveling throughout the United States. In 1962, Esther and Clancy sold all the farm animals and obtained jobs in the Twin Cities. They learned to square dance, and in 1969 Esther and Clancy formed a square dance club in Centuria called The Friendly Twirlers which is still active today. They also took ballroom and round-dance lessons and began to teach them as well. They loved to travel and went to many national square and ballroom dancing conventions all over the United States.

In 1972, they sold the farm and built their home in St. Croix Falls where she kept active teaching square, ballroom and round dancing, and spending time with her children and grandchildren. Esther had numerous accounting jobs and retired from Control Data Corporation in 1985. Upon retirement, they purchased a trailer and traveled to Florida and Texas. In 1985, they decided to make Texas their winter home. They purchased a mobile home in Mission, Texas, and spent many great times with their â&#x20AC;&#x153;friends south.â&#x20AC;? In the fall of 2002, they sold their Texas home. Esther lived in their St. Croix Falls home until her move into the Good Samaritan nursing home in the spring of 2012 due to poor health.

Esther was a very intelligent, loving, kind and generous wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. She especially loved music, reading, learning new things and caring for her family. She never missed an opportunity to put on or attend a party or musical event with family or friends.

Esther will be dearly missed by her beloved husband and best friend of 67 years, Clarence â&#x20AC;&#x153;Clancyâ&#x20AC;? Prokop of St. Croix Falls; her children, Jerry (Stella) Prokop, Centuria, Jim (Jenny) Prokop, Superior, Judy (Don) Wolf, Eau Claire, and Janise (Dale) Skow, Milltown; grandchildren, Nathan (Cindy) Prokop, Jason (Anne) Prokop, Brian Prokop, Brenda Prokop, Jeff (Heather) Wolf, John Wolf, Andrew (Kelsey) Wolf, Kristan (James) Huenink, Kayla (Jared) Woody, and Jamie Booth; and 10 great-grandchildren. Esther is also survived by one sister, Doris Martinson; special friends, Norm and Mary Jane Larson, Ike and Flo Jole and Pete Scianna; and many cousins, nieces, nephews, other relatives and dear friends.

Esther was preceeded in death by her parents, Ervin and Gertie (Crandall) Kamholz; sister, Mable Harnstrom; mother- and father-in-law Jerry and Frances Prokop; and brothers-in-law Richard Martinson and Skip Harnstrom.

The funeral service for Esther was held on Monday, May 20, at Redeemer Lutheran Church in St. Croix Falls.

Esther was laid to rest at the Milltown Cemetery in Milltown following the luncheon. Casket bearers were Jason Prokop, Nathan Prokop, Andrew Wolf, Brian Prokop, Brenda Prokop and Kayla Woody. Honorary casket bearers were Pete Scianna Jr., Ike Joles, Norman Larson and Peter Scianna.

The Kolstad Family Funeral Home of Centuria has been entrusted with arrangements. To express online condolences, please visit kolstadfamilyfuneralhome. com.

Joyce Elaine Goldade, 78, of St. Croix Falls, passed away peacefully at Sophieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Manor on May 8, 2013, with her children by her side. Joyce was born in Omega Minn., on July 14, 1934, to Isaac Pellman and Helen Beyer (Pellman). Joyce attended Detroit Lakes High School and married Leo Goldade in 1954.

Joyce moved to Superior in 1962 where she raised her family and volunteered her time helping disabled children. She was employed by Connollyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bakery until it closed. She was a member of Pilgrim Lutheran Church, United Commercial Travelers and TriState Racing Association. In 1984, Joyce moved to St. Croix Falls to be closer to her daughter. For 11 years she worked as a nurseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s aide at the Good Samaritan nursing home and after retirement volunteered KHU WLPH WR WKRVH VDPH UHVLGHQWV -R\FH ZDV DQ DYLG Ă&#x20AC;VKing woman, nature lover and all-around fun-loving vivacious lady. She will be sadly missed by her family, many friends, the neighborâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dog and her backyard animals and birds.

She was preceded in death by parents, Isaac Pellman and Helen Beyer; daughter, Susan Goldade; brothers, Reino Pellman and Roger Beyer; and grandson, Derek Adams.

She is survived by sisters, Shirley (Carol) Carrick, Lorraine (George) Knudsen, MaryAnn (James) Brogren and Lavern (Thomas) Heurung; brother Robert Pellman; children, Maria (David) Lund, Denise Micken, Kevin (Chris) Goldade and Lisa (Tom) Davis; grandsons, Brent (Rachel) Micken, Leif (Kessia) Adams, Chase Goldade and Cable Sharp; granddaughters, Kacie (Paul) Schaefer, Emily (John) Johnson, Leah Goldade, Chelsey Sharp and Cate Davis; eight great-grandsons and seven great-granddaughters.

Funeral services were held Monday, May 13, at the Grandstrand Funeral Home in Osceola with the Rev. 5RJHU .DVWHOOH RIĂ&#x20AC;FLDWLQJ ,QWHUPHQW ZDV LQ &DOYDU\ &HPetery in Superior.

Donald K. Parker, 87, a resident of Siren, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2013, at Burnett Medical Center.

Donald was born Feb. 27, 1926, in St. Paul to Seward and Bertha Parker.

Donald was united in marriage to Rhoda Kroening on May 15, 1948, at Mount Olivet Lutheran Church in St. Paul. They resided in South St. Paul for many years where Donald drove a truck for LCL Transit. Upon his retirement, they moved to the family farm west of Siren.

Donald enjoyed hunting deer and ducks, however, his passion was Percheron draft horses, and he had a matched team of nine on his hobby farm. His favorite was named Stormy.

Donald was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 63 years; Rhoda; his parents, Seward and Bertha; and his brother, Seward â&#x20AC;&#x153;Aceâ&#x20AC;? Parker Jr. He is survived by his twin sister, Marian (Clifford) Peterson; his two children, Carol Gallagher and Michael Parker; three grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren; along with many relatives and friends.

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Virgil L. Johnson Virgil L. Johnson, 82, of Minneapolis, Minn., born Nov. 1, 1930, in Minneapolis to Jonie and Gladys Johnson, passed away May 15, 2013. Virgil served in the U.S. Army. He was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia.

Virgil will be dearly missed by his sister, Virginia; niece, Linda; and very dear friend and companion of many years Delores Lunsman whom Virgil lived with in Danbury. Funeral service was Monday, May 20, at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. So., Minneapolis, Minn. Interment, Acacia Park, Mendota Heights, 612729-2331 or henrywanderson.com.

Earl W. McKenzie Earl W. McKenzie passed away Tuesday, May 21, 2013.

He was a longtime resident of South Milltown.

Services are pending. Rowe Funeral Home of Luck has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be left at rowefh.com.

Todd Allen Fisher Todd Allen Fisher, 50, of Hudson, passed away unexpectedly on May 14, 2013, at his home. Todd was born Sept. 6, 1962, in Grafton, N.D., to Allen and Donna (Haug) Fisher. Todd attended Grafton Lutheran Church, where he was bapWL]HG DQG FRQĂ&#x20AC;UPHG +H JUDGXDWHG from Grafton Central High School in 1980 and proceeded to the University of Minnesota - Crookston.

After he finished his education, Todd worked for Everson Auto Parts and also Elde Construction. Most recently, after working many years selling auto parts for another company, he worked for All States Automotive based out of South Dakota.

On Feb. 7, 2003, he was united in marriage to his best friend and loving wife, Carmen Lynn Thorsbakken, on the north shore of Kauai, Hawaii. Their marriage would be blessed with two sons, Grant and Kevin.

Todd was a big sports fan. He enjoyed playing hockey, and his high school team even won at state in 1978. He loved to cheer on the Minnesota Wild. He was also a Minnesota Twins and Minnesota Vikings fan. He enjoyed traveling with his wife on their anniversaries to far away places. He had an adventurous spirit, where he enjoyed going zip-lining and participated in water sports such as tubing and boating on a pontoon. He also liked to golf and attend Cedar Lake races.

Todd is survived by his loving wife and best friend, Carmen; son, Grant; stepson, Kevin (Melissa); mother, Donna; sisters, Linda (Greg) Cariveau and Tami (Jay) Byzewski; brother, Larry (Sheila) Fisher; parents-inlaw, Bob and Kay Thorsbakken; sisters-in-law, Sheri Thorsbakken (Ed Peterson) and Julie (Brad) Jerrick; and nieces and nephews, Kayla and Manda Cariveau, Mollie and Karlie Byzewski, Andrew Malecha, Kacie (Aaron) Korthals, and David and Kaitlyn Jerrick. He was preceded in death by his father, Allen; and his grandparents.

Funeral services for Todd were held Friday, May 17, at Bethel Highlands Lutheran Church, 504 Frontage Rd., Hudson, with a visitation starting at 4 p.m. at Church.

After the funeral, there will be a light meal served at the church followed by a Celebration of Life at the Hudson Country Club on Carmichael Road.

Funeral services are in the care of the Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connell Family Funeral Home, oconnellfuneralhomes.com, of Hudson, 715-386-3725.

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Thank you Make A Wish Foundation, Regional Hospice & Taylor/Swedburg Funeral Home for their exceptional care for James Dittmar and family.

Lois J. Nick Lois J. Nick, 75, resident of Milltown, died Thursday, May 16, 2013, at Regions Hospital in St. Paul.

She is survived by her husband, Hank; children, Butch (Lisa) Nick, Robert Nick, Diana (Darrell) Flodin, Christina (David) Lein; 12 grandchildren, Stephanie Nelson, Jennifer Nick, Andy Nick, Laura McCurdy, Fallun Flodin, Ryan Flodin, Sabrina Flodin, Christopher Flodin, Andy Flodin, Candus Flodin, Jonathan Lein and Emily Lein; nine great-grandchildren; sister, Carole Hagstrom; great-aunt, Eleanor Olson; cousin, Carole Olson.

Memorial services will be held at Luck Lutheran Church in Luck on Thursday, May 23; visitation will begin at 10 a.m. followed by the service at 11 a.m.

Online condolences may be left at rowefh.com or wicremationcenter.com. Please refer to these websites for updated information or call Bruce Rowe at 715-4722444 or 715-825-5550.

Rowe Funeral Home of Luck and the Northwest Wisconsin Cremation Center in Milltown have been entrusted with funeral arrangements.

Dale V. Lamson Dale V. Lamson, 84, resident of Luck, died Tuesday, May 14, 2013, at St. Croix Regional Medical Center.

Private services are being planned.

Online condolences may be left at rowefh.com or wicremationcenter.com. Please refer to these websites for updated information or call Bruce Rowe at 715-472-2444 or 715-825-5550.

Rowe Funeral Home of Luck and the Northwest Wisconsin Cremation Center in Milltown have been entrusted with funeral arrangements.

Nona M. Eliason Nona M. Eliason, 80, of Fridley, Minn., died May 20, 2013, in Minneapolis.

She was born Feb. 20, 1933, in Luck.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Axel and Dorothy Jacobson; husband of 55 years, Byron; and brother, Leonard Jacobson. Survived by her daughter, Lynn (Jim) Andrea; son, Doug (Katy) and grandchildren, Johanna, Jenessa, Abbey, Jay, Nick and Jorgina.

Visitation was held Wednesday, May 22, at the Holcomb-Henry-Boom-Purcell Funeral Home (holcombhenryboom.com, 612-482-7606), 515 Hwy. 96 W., at Mackubin, Shoreview, Minn. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 23, with visitation starting at 10 a.m., at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 770 Monroe St., NE., Spring Lake Park, Minn. Interment will be at 2:30 p.m., Thursday, May 23, at Luck Village Cemetery, Luck.

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Grieving over his grandmotherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s death.

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While creating my true-to-life story, I ask myself, â&#x20AC;&#x153;What if?â&#x20AC;? What if he canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t protect his sister when they meet a bear in the woods? What if the snow doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t stop? What if the campers they meet are bad guys?

In real life, we often wonder about the unknowns, too. As a kid, I asked a lot of what ifs about my home life. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d watch a movie and wonder if the scenario could happen in my own home. I would sometimes feel the tension at mealtimes and wonder what Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d do if my parents divorced. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d ask, â&#x20AC;&#x153;What if my twin sister and I are separated?â&#x20AC;? As we all know, youngsters tend to be overly dramatic in

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Sociologists call them â&#x20AC;&#x153;boomerang kids,â&#x20AC;? and they have the potential to present challenges in a marriage. Tension often arises when one parent takes a more authoritative approach while the other is more permissive. Before doing anything else, you and your husband need to get on the same page. In fact, marital counVHOLQJ PD\ UHSUHVHQW WKH Ă&#x20AC;UVW DQG PRVW important step toward solving these parHQWLQJ GLIĂ&#x20AC;FXOWLHV Once youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re able to present a united front, I suggest that you hold a family meeting. Tell your son that he is welcome to remain in your home, but that as an adult he will need to start assuming more responsibility. This includes responsibility for personal expenses, laundry, cleaning, transportation, utilities, groceries and rent.

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your husband continue to pick up the slack, your son will learn to expect it and never grow up. The key is balancing love and limits, and this applies to young adult children as well as toddlers and elementary school kids. For help in understanding and applying this principle, feel free to contact our counseling staff at (855) 771-HELP (4357). â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘ Jim Daly is president of Focus on the Family, host of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Focus on the Familyâ&#x20AC;? radio program, and a husband and father of two.

Dr. Juli Slattery is a licensed psychologist, co-host of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Focus on the Family,â&#x20AC;? author of several books, and a wife and mother of three. Submit your questions to: FocusOnTheFamily.com. Copyright 2012 Focus on the Family, Colorado Springs, CO 80995.

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SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST - FREDERIC 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.

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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.; Traditional Service 10 a.m.; Last Sunday of the month outdoor service 10 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, 8:30 a.m. Adult Bible Study; 9:30 a.m. Worship; 10:30 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

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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Gâ&#x20AC;?

Sunday Worship - 9 a.m.; Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN, (LCMS) WEBSTER 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 PEACE LUTHERAN - DRESSER (ELCA) 2355 Clark Road, Dresser, WI, 715-755-2515 plcdresser.org Pastor Wayne Deloach, Intern Andrea Fluegel Sun. Wor. 8:30 & 10:45 a.m.

PILGRIM LUTHERAN - FREDERIC (ELCA) Pastor Paul Peterson 507 Wisconsin Ave. N., 715-327-8012 Sun. Worship - 10:30 a.m.

Holy Communion 1st & 2nd Sundays pilgrimlutheranfrederic.org REDEEMER EV. LUTHERAN (Wisconsin Synod) Pastor Gene DeVries 200 N. Adams St., St. Croix Falls Sun. Wor. - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - 8:30 a.m.

ST. JOHNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S EV. LUTHERAN (Wis. Synod) 350 Michigan Ave., Centuria Sunday Worship - 10:45 a.m.; Sunday School - 10 a.m.

ST. PETERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LUTHERAN - LCMC 1614 CTH B, North Luck, Pastor Rob Lubben Sunday Worship - 9 a.m.

Contact Leslie Valentine, 715-646-2390; Email: 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 715-8223001, 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.

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 Trad. Wor. - 8:30 a.m.; Cont. Wor. - 11 a.m.

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

FRISTAD LUTHERAN - CENTURIA ELCA - 501 Hwy. 35, 715-646-2357, Mel Rau, Pastor Sun. Worship & Holy Communion - 9 a.m.; GEORGETOWN LUTHERAN - ELCA 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 GRACE LUTHERAN - WEST SWEDEN Phone 715-327-4340, 715-416-3086, 715-327-8384, Pastor Theresa Riewestahl Worship 9:15 a.m.; Sun. School 10:30 a.m.

Communion - 1st & 2nd Sundays IMMANUEL LUTHERAN - FREDERIC (Missouri Synod) Pastor Jody R. Walter - 715-327-8608 Sun. Schl. - 8:45 a.m.; Service - 10:30 a.m.

Communion - 1st, 3rd & 5th Sun. LAKESIDE COMMUNITY LUTH. - ELCA CTH H, 1/2 mi. N. of CTH A & H on H Church Off. 715-635-7791; Pastor Bill Schroeder (June-Aug.) Sun. Worship 9 a.m. w/communion (Sept.-May) Sun. Worship 10 a.m. w/communion; 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.

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

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 at 8 & 9:30 a.m.; Communion 1st & 3rd Sunday ZION LUTHERAN - BONE LAKE (LCMC) 5 miles E. of Frederic on W, 2 miles south on I; Church: 715-472-8660 Pastor Mike Fisk, 715-417-0692 Sunday Schl. 9:30 a.m.; Wor. 10:30 a.m.

Communion - 1st Sunday ZION LUTHERAN - EAST FARMINGTON (WELS ) 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., Sunday School 9:45 a.m.; Worship 11 a.m., Communion - 1st & 2nd Sundays

PRESBYTERIAN

PRESBYTERIAN

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

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ATLAS UNITED METHODIST Pastor Carolyn Saunders, 715-463-2624 Sunday School - 11 a.m.; Worship - 11 a.m.

CENTRAL UNITED METHODIST GRANTSBURG Pastor Carolyn Saunders, 715-463-2624 Worship - 9 a.m.; Sunday School - 10:30 a.m.

DANBURY UNITED METHODIST 7520 Water St., 715-866-8646 Rev. Gil White, Sr. Pastor Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor Sunday Worship - 9 a.m.

GRACE UNITED - WEBSTER 26503 Muskey Ave., 715-866-8646 Rev. Gil White, Sr. Pastor, Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor Sun. Schl. 9:15 a.m., Sun. Worship - 10:30 a.m.

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

LAKEVIEW UNITED - HERTEL Pastor Jack Starr Wor. - 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - during worship hour LEWIS MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST 3482 115th St., 715-866-8646 Rev. Gil White, Sr. Pastor Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor Worship 8:45 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 Serv. - 10 a.m.; Sunday School is at 9 a.m., Nursery available ST. LUKE UNITED - FREDERIC 100 Linden Street, Frederic Pastor â&#x20AC;&#x153;Freddieâ&#x20AC;? Kirk, 715-327-4436 Sun. Wor. 10:30 a.m.; Wed. Serv. 5:15 p.m.

SIREN UNITED METHODIST 24025 1st Ave. So., 715-866-8646 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 Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Sunday 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 - 715-405-2253 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 Fr. Louis Reddy, 715-327-8119 Mass: Sat. 4:30 p.m.; Sun. 10:30 a.m.

Call the office for daily & holy day Mass times IMMACULATE CONCEPTION - GRANTSBURG Fr. Louis Reddy, 715-327-8119 Mass: Sat. 6:30 p.m.; Sun. 8:30 a.m.

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

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

ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST 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) ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC 1050 North Keller Ave., Amery, 715-268-7717 Father John Drummy, Pastor Sat. Mass 4 p.m., Sun. Mass 10:30 a.m.

Mass Wed. & Thurs. 9 a.m.

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

ASSEMBLY

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

OSCEOLA COMMUNITY CHURCH Pastor Larry Mederich, 715-294-4332 occconnect.org Mtg. @ St. Croix Art Barn; Sun. Serv. - 9 a.m.

Nursery and childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s church SIREN ASSEMBLY OF GOD Pastor Andrew Bollant Sun. Schl. - 9:15 a.m.; Morn. Serv. - 10:15 a.m.; Supervised Nursery; Wed. Evening - Worship Serv. 6:30 p.m.

EVANGELICAL

EVANGELICAL APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY (EFCA) Pastor Bruce Tanner, 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 933 248th St., Osceola Pastor Dave Williams Morn. Wor. 10 a.m.; Sun. Schl. Sept.-May 8:45 a.m.

Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church & Nursery provided TRADE RIVER EVANGELICAL FREE Pastor Dale VanDeusen, 715-488-2296 or 715-488-2653 20296 Hwy. 87, Grantsburg Morning Wor. 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Schl. 10:45 a.m.; Nursery provided for all services BAPTIST

BAPTIST

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

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

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

FIRST BAPTIST - AMERY 131 Broadway St., 715-268-2223; fbcamery.org; Email: churchoffice@fbcamery.org Reg. office hours: Tues.-Thurs. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Pastor Charlie Butt, Lead Pastor; Nick Buda, Associate Pastor Sun. Serv.: 9 a.m.; All ages Sun. Schl. 10:30 11:30 a.m.; Nursery available FIRST BAPTIST - FALUN 715-689-2125 or 715-689-2156 Brian Krause, Lead Pastor Steve Ward, Assoc. Pastor of Visitation 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 Assoc. Pastor Dan Mielke 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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Cure for the Common Churchâ&#x20AC;?

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., Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sun. School 10:45 a.m.

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

LIVING HOPE CHURCH Pastor Doug McConnell Youth Pastor Chris Radtke At Grantsburg High School, 715-463-5794 Sun. Serv. 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 11 a.m.

TRADE LAKE BAPTIST Pastor 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 Minister Garret Derouin, 715-866-7157 Musky & Birch St., Avail. in office 9 a.m. - noon, Tues.-Fri.; Sun. Bible Study 9:30 a.m.

Worship 10:30 a.m.

WESLEYAN

WESLEYAN

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

FULL GOSPEL

FULL GOSPEL

WOOD RIVER CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Pastor Dan Slaikeu 4 mi. SE of Grantsburg on Williams Rd. Worship 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School 10:30 a.m.

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

CHRISTIAN CENTER

CHRISTIAN CENTER

EL SALEM/TWIN FALLS CHRISTIAN CENTER 1751 100th Ave., Dresser Sun. School 9:30 a.m.; Morning Wor. 10:30 a.m.

Evening Services Sun. 6 p.m.; Wed. 7 p.m.

Call Pastor Darryl Olson at 715-755-3133 for information and directions

ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN

CHRISTIAN ORTHODOX

HOLY TRINITY ORTHODOX 523 1st St., Clayton, 715-948-2493 Fr. Christopher Wojcik, Pastor Sat. Vespers - 5 p.m.; Sun. Liturgy - 9:30 a.m.

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

NAZARENE

NAZARENE

CALVARY CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 510 S. Vincent, St. Croix Falls Pastor Tom Reaume, 715-483-3696 Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:45 a.m. & Wed. 6:30 p.m.

FAITH COMMUNITY 7535 Peet St., Danbury, 715-656-4010 Adult Bible Serv. 9 a.m.; Services: Sun. 10 a.m.; Sunday School during church service.

NONDENOMINATIONAL

NONDENOMINATIONAL

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

NEW LIFE COMMUNITY - AMERY Interim Pastor Craig Jorgenson Sunday Worship 10 a.m.; Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church: K to 6th Grade NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY 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 OSCEOLA MEDICAL CENTER SPIRITUAL CENTER 2600 65th Ave., Osceola, 715-294-5645 Chaplain Alan Hagstrom alan.hagstrom@myomc.org MyOmc.org/specialtyserv 1chapel.php Monthly 10-min. chapel service Thurs. 11 a.m., noon & 1 p.m.

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 Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sunday Schl. 10 a.m.

ST. PETERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S COMMUNITY CHURCH â&#x20AC;&#x153;Faith on Purposeâ&#x20AC;? (Love God, Love People...period) faithonpurpose.org CTH F, Dresser, 715-553-1800, Pastor Rick VanGundy Sunday Worship 10 a.m.

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Coming events

Happenings in the Upper StĆ Croix Valley communities

MAY

â&#x20AC;˘ Troop 564 pancake breakfast at the community center, 7-11 a.m. â&#x20AC;˘ Lions chicken BBQ & music at Gandy Dancer Saloon.

Chicken noon-gone; music noon-4 p.m., 715-866-9977. â&#x20AC;˘ Arts & crafts extravaganza at the school, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., websterwisconsin.com.

THURSĆ & FRIĆ /Ĺ&#x201D;Ĺ&#x2022; & Ĺ&#x201D;Ĺ&#x2013; Frederic â&#x20AC;˘ Blood drives at St. Luke Methodist Church. Thurs. 17 p.m.; Fri. 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 715-327-8951/8972.

SUNDAY/Ĺ&#x201D;Ĺ&#x2DC;

THURSDAY/Ĺ&#x201D;Ĺ&#x2022;

Danbury â&#x20AC;˘ Wild rice pancake breakfast at the Forts, 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m., 715-866-8890, theforts.org.

Amery â&#x20AC;˘ Lyme disease support group meeting at Our Saviorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lutheran Church, 7 p.m., 715-268-2856.

Frederic â&#x20AC;˘ Graduation at the high school, 2 p.m.

Centuria

MONDAY/Ĺ&#x201D;Ĺ&#x2122;

â&#x20AC;˘ Adult grief support group meeting at Holy Trinity Church, 6:30 p.m., 715-483-3363.

Balsam Lake

Siren

â&#x20AC;˘ Adoption support group, Unity High School band room, 7:15 p.m.

â&#x20AC;˘ Rubyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pantry at 24534 Hwy. 35/70. Sign-up 1:30 p.m., distribution 2 p.m., $15 donation. â&#x20AC;˘ CANCELLED -Burnett County Citizen Patrol meeting at the government center, jury room, 7 p.m.

Falun â&#x20AC;˘ Bread distribution at Trinity Lutheran Church, 3-6 p.m.

Grantsburg

FRIĆ & SATĆ /Ĺ&#x201D;Ĺ&#x2013; & Ĺ&#x201D;Ĺ&#x2014;

â&#x20AC;˘ Breakfast for veterans at the Legion hall, 8 a.m., 715222-4762.

A&H

Milltown

â&#x20AC;˘ Crossroads Christian Church garage & bake sale. Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat. 8 a.m.-3 p.m.

â&#x20AC;˘ Memorial Day service at the United VFW Post 6856, 2:40 p.m.

Webster

Webster

â&#x20AC;˘ Interfaith Caregivers fundraiser rummage & bake sale, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., 715-866-4970.

â&#x20AC;˘ Auxiliary Memorial Day Dinner at the community center, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

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Frederic

Balsam Lake

â&#x20AC;˘ Family Mission Focus Campout with Diane Brask at Wilderness Fellowship. RSVP ASAP, 715-327-8564.

â&#x20AC;˘ Polk County Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s support group at social services building, 715-483-3133. â&#x20AC;˘ Polk County Historical Society meeting at the justice center, 7:15 p.m., 715-268-6578.

Luck â&#x20AC;˘ Garden and art sale at Cafe Wren. Fri. & :Sat. 9 a.m.5 p.m.; Sun. & Mon., 10 a.m.-4 p.m., cafewren.com.

Siren

FRIDAY/Ĺ&#x201D;Ĺ&#x2013;

â&#x20AC;˘ Food & Friends community dinner at the Siren Methodist Church, 5 p.m.

Balsam Lake

St. Croix Falls

â&#x20AC;˘ Graduation at the Unity High School, 7 p.m.

â&#x20AC;˘ Open Arms hosted by Alliance Church of the Valley.

Meal and fellowship, 5-6:30 p.m., 715-483-1100. â&#x20AC;˘ Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s support group at the medical center, 1-3 p.m., 715-483-0431. â&#x20AC;˘ In Search of the Second Amendment at the library, 6:30-8 p.m.

Milltown â&#x20AC;˘ Board games and snacks for early release from school day, 1-4 p.m., 715-825-2313.

St. Croix Falls â&#x20AC;˘ Graduation at the high school, 7 p.m.

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Danbury

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Webster

â&#x20AC;˘ Lions/Lioness yard sale donation drop-off day at their building, 9 a.m.-noon, 715-349-2400.

â&#x20AC;˘ Used book sale at the library, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., 715-8667697. â&#x20AC;˘ In a New Light Gallery opening, nwpltd.org, 9 a.m.4 p.m.

Frederic handbell choirs receive first ratings

â&#x20AC;˘ Author Deb Tranton at the library, 3 p.m., 715-4831777. â&#x20AC;˘ Red Cross Bloodmobile at the American Legion Post 143, 12:30-6:30 p.m., 715-483-3475.

THURSDAY/Ĺ&#x2022;Ĺ&#x2019; Grantsburg â&#x20AC;˘ Parkinsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s support group meeting at the medical center, 2 p.m., 715-689-2350.

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â&#x20AC;˘ Opening Weekend! Plant sale at the Forts. Sat. 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun. 8 a.m. till sold out, theforts.org, 715866-8890.

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