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JUNE 14, 15 & 16

Miss Frederic - Kendra Mossey First Princess - Christa White Second Princess - Larissa Houtari Invite everyone to join in three days of fun and fellowship.

Sponsored by the Frederic Area Chamber of Commerce

Friday, June 14

10 a.m. - Friends Of The Library - Bake & Book Sale At the Frederic Public Library, 127 Oak St. W. 715-327-4979 Book Sale -10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Bake Sale - 10 a.m. - till gone

11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. - St. Luke’s Family Days Cafe At the St. Luke’s United Methodist Church 715-327-4436. 5 p.m. - Great Northern Outdoors For information call 715-327-4417.

Fishing Contest

5-8 p.m. - Art Medley Open House - At the Frederic Arts Center.

6:30 p.m. - Dusk - Team Slow-Pitch Double-Elimination Softball Tournament - At Coon Lake Park. Sponsored by Frederic Lions Club. For information call 715-205-3626.

7 a.m. - Great Northern Outdoors For information call 715-327-4417.

6-7 p.m. - Entertainment Express

7-9 p.m. - Frederic Family Days Variety Show A number of performances by local talent. To register or for further information call 715-566-0371 9 p.m.-till Fireworks - Entertainment

Dusk - Fireworks Bring your own lawn chairs.

Express

Saturday, June 15

Fishing Contest

8 a.m. - All Day - Team Slow-Pitch Double-Elimination Softball Tournament Continues in the Park.

8 a.m. - 1st-Annual Kickball Tournament Sponsored by Frederic Lions Club, put on by Frederic Boosters and Coaches. Eight-team double-elimination tournament. Starts at 8 a.m. Contact Troy Wink 715-566-1228 or via email winkt@frederic.k12.wi.us to get your team entered. $100 entry fee. 8:30 a.m. - Registration

For Frederic Booster Club 3-On-3 Basketball Tournament At Coon Lake Park.

Games begin at 9:30 a.m. 3 Classes: Grades 4-6, Grades 7-8, Grades 9-12 (Grade 2012-2013 school year). Price $11/person. Maximum of 4 players per team. For information call Brenda Tesch at 715-327-8479.

9:30-11 a.m. - Boy Scout Troop 128 Kids Fishing Contest Ages 3-14. Registration 9-10 a.m. at park. Entry fee $2. Prizes for all contestants. Rods & reels for winners of various fish categories for different age groups. Door prizes. Fishing from shore. Sponsored by the Frederic Area Chamber of Commerce & U.S. Bank. For information call 715-653-4225. 10 a.m. - Friends Of The Library - Bake & Book Sale At the Frederic Public Library, 127 Oak St. W. 715-327-4979. Book Sale - 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Bake Sale - 10 a.m. - till gone.

10 a.m. -’till gone. - Strawberry Shortcake At the depot/museum. Sponsored by Frederic Area Historical Society. Depot is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

7 a.m. - Great Northern Outdoors For information call 715-327-4417.

6-10 p.m. - Moonwalk • Inflatables

10 a.m.-4 p.m. - Art Medley Display & Kickoff At the Frederic Arts Center

1 p.m. - Round Robin Horseshoe Tournament $5/person charge. 100% payback. Games - 21 points. For information contact Randy Neuman 1-612-963-5885 evenings. 1:30 p.m. - Kiddie Parade No Theme - Just come dressed up for fun. Line up 1 p.m. at Bremer Bank parking lot. Judging at 1:15 p.m. Parade proceeds to and ends at Coon Lake Park. For information call 715-327-8142. Sponsored by Frederic Chamber. 12:30-4:30 p.m. - Moonwalk • Inflatables • Sawdust Pile (for coins) At Coon Lake Park. Ages 10 and under. Sponsored by Bremer Bank. 2-8 p.m. - Pork Roast Fundraiser - At Fire Hall. By Frederic Fire Department. Adults $7, Children 12 & Under $5. 3-5 p.m. - Frontier Trails Pony Rides At East Coon Lake. Call 715-327-8572. 7 p.m. - Miss Frederic Competition “Fiestaâ€? At the Birch Street Elementary School. Four contestants vying for the title of Miss Frederic. Adults - $6, students - $4, children under 6 - FREE. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. - Coronation Street Dance Deuce On Main Street. Admission: $3 Button in advance or $4 at door 10 & under free. No children under 12 unless accompanied by an adult. No skateboards or rollerblades. No carry-ins.

Sunday, June 16

Fishing Contest

8 a.m. - 5K Fun Run - To benefit Tammi’s Wildlife Rescue Center. Preregistration $18 for T-shirt/donation prior to June 5, registration $20 on day of run. To register call TWRWC at 715-327-4774. 9 a.m. - Softball Tournament Continues - In the Park.

10 a.m.-3 p.m. - Art Medley Display & Kickoff At the Frederic Arts Center.

11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. - Frederic Alumni Band Under direction of Steve Wilson - all Frederic grads. Kickoff for Frederic Alumni Homecoming Dance Sept. 28, at Hacker’s. Social supper 5-7 p.m., Music 7-11 p.m. - OPEN TO ALL Fundraiser for Frederic Music Fund. 11 a.m.-’till gone. - In the Park. Chicken Barbecue Dinner Fundraiser by Frederic Area Chamber of Commerce.

11 a.m.-1 p.m. - Moonwalk

11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. - Queen’s Tea at Frederic Golf Course. Noon-4 p.m. - Petting Zoo Sponsored by Tammi’s Wildlife Rescue & Wellness Center, Inc. Call 715-327-4774 for information. 1:30 p.m. - Parade - For parade entry call 715-327-4836.

2:30-5 p.m. - Moonwalk

3-5 p.m. - Frontier Trails Pony Rides At East Coon Lake. Call 715-327-8572.

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ST. LUKE’S FAMILY DAYS CAFE Friday, June 14, 2013

11 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Serving sloppy joes, grilled hot dogs, potato salad, baked beans and pie.

FREDERIC FAMILY DAYS FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY, JUNE 14, 15 & 16

LAKES GAS CO. 201 Traffic Ave., Frederic

110 East Oak Street Frederic, WI 54837

FAMILY DAYS SPECIAL!

15

HAVE FUN AT FAMILY DAYS!

20-Lb. LP Cylinder $ Exchanged............For Only

Friday, June 14, Only

Look Around Town For Our Beach Balls! Return For A FREE Cone!

715-566-0963 - TO-GO ORDERS!

Open Wednesday thru Monday, 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. : Closed Tuesday.

102 Traffic Ave., Frederic, WI

715-327-4339

We will custom blend your off-road diesel to suit your needs.

#1 & #2 Heating Oil

We Have A Full Line Of Fuel Additives, Bulk And Packaged Oil, Fluids, Filters And Hoses. Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays 8 a.m. to Noon

Call Today! 715-327-4339

We offer prompt, friendly service delivering to your home, farm, business or logging site.

Frederic Family Days & Father’s Day Specials! Wed., June 12 through Sat., June 15

20% Off 20% Off

Hanging Baskets..............................

FLORAL & GREENHOUSE

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All Trees & Shrubs..........................

308 Wis. Ave. S

Frederic, Wis.

715-327-4281 • 1-800-676-4281

Supplies Gifts • Cards Free Classes! Largest Rubber Stamp & Memory Book Store in NW Wisconsin

STOP IN & SE E U S DU RING FAM ILY DAYS

John E. Park, Jr.

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FREDERIC LIQUOR

Welcome To Frederic Family Days

COLD BEER • LIQUOR • WINE

209 Wisconsin Ave., Frederic, Wis. 715-327-8234

SEE YOU AT FAMILY DAYS Corey T. Arnold, Agent

STATE FARM INSURANCE

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Is Celebrating Family Days SEE YOU AT FAMILY DAYS!

50% Off Makeup & Lotions

HAIR DESIGNS

105 Wisconsin Ave. S. Frederic, Wisconsin

715-327-8232

Owner Audry Donald & Stylist Mary Ellen Ruhn

Hwy. 35 Frederic, WI

715-327-4611

Featuring KC Kosmetics BUY ONE PRODUCT, GET THE 2ND ONE

Providing Insurance and Financial Services

24-Hour Good Neighbor ServiceÂŽ

107 Wis. Ave. S., P.O. Box 339, Frederic, WI 54837 Bus.: 715-327-8076 • Fax: 715-327-8162 Home Office: Bloomington, Illinois 61710

Have fun at Family Days!

DR. BRAD HARLANDER DR. STEVEN TESCH

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Free Root Beer Floats

With Mug Root Beer & Blue Bunny Ice Cream

HAIR DESIGNS

FAMILY DAYS SPECIALS!

Friday, June 14 - 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

100

106 Oak St. West, P.O. Box 158 Frederic, Wisconsin, U.S.A., 54837

715-327-5664

FAMILY DAYS SPECIALS! Two Corn Dogs With A Glass $ Of Pop.................................

FREDERIC HARDWARE

OPEN: Mon. - Fri. 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Frederic, Wis. • 715-327-4855

(10 a.m. till Gone)

101 Oak St. W. 585400 32a 43L P.O. Box 99 Frederic, WI 54837 Hours: Tues. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone: 715-327-4807 Sat. 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. E-mail: tincup06@centurytel.net or by appointment.

114 West Oak Street, Frederic, WI • 715-327-8903

FREDERIC GROCERY

Saturday, June 15

Machine Embroidery • Screen Printing Heat Transfers • Promotional Items Trophies • Plaques • Engraving Hand-Knit Sweaters, Mittens, Hats, Baby Apparel

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Delivering On- And Off-Road Diesel And Gasoline.

24 HOURS ON-ROAD GAS & DIESEL PUMPS

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(Available during office hours)

MUD HUT GIFTS & CRAFTS Stamp & Scrapbook

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204 Wis. Ave. N. • Hwy. 35, Frederic

OFF-ROAD DIESEL PUMP

Betty Knutson, Proprietor

715-327-4208

Limit 2. Cylinder must be code compliant.

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FREDERIC DESIGN & PROMOTION

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HALF PRICE Specials Through June 30, 2013

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Everyone Welcome!

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NORTHWESTERN WISCONSIN ELECTRIC CO. Frederic, Wis.

Have a safe and fun Family Days!

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FRIDAY, SATURDAY AND SUNDAY, JUNE 14, 15 & 16

John & Dave Grindell

Attorneys

715-327-5561

FREDERIC FIRE DEPARTMENT

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GET BACK TO NATURE

ANNUAL PORK FEED Saturday, June 15, 2 - 8 p.m. Adults

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CHELL TRUCKING

DAEFFLER QUALITY MEATS Frederic, Wis. • 715-327-4456

RAFFLE TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE! Sold at Great Northern Outdoors and Daeffler Quality Meats. Win cash prizes!

Bruce & Tammy Chell

Stop In And See Us During Family Days!

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Come & support your local fire dept.

Have Fun at Family Days!

Enjoy Our Own Brats

715-653-2345 or 651-457-1700

Served at the Park All Weekend

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CARQUEST FREDERIC STOP CONVENIENCE CENTER OF FREDERIC 715-327-8575 or 715-327-4273

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Welcome To Family Days 111 Oak Street, Frederic, WI

(Formerly Circle C)

Frederic, Wis. • 715-327-4663

FREDERIC FAMILY DAYS SPECIAL

Brat & 12-Oz. Can Of Pop . . . . . June 14, 15 & 16

200

$

9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

715-327-5700 107 Oak Street East, Frederic, WI www.scrmc.org 585807 32a 43L

Fri. - Sun., June 14-16, 2013 Art Medley on display at the art center.

OPEN HOUSE & ARTIST RECEPTION

Fri., June 14, 5-8 p.m. Sat., June 15 & Sun., June 16, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

NEW FOR 2013

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Local family health care, family medicine, surgeons and specialists

Have  a  safe  and  fun  Family  Days!

Fiber Fair!

Outside the Art Center Sat., June 15, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. 310 Lake Ave. S., Frederic, WI

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JUNE IS DAIRY MONTH We Salute The Farmers!

Here’s What We Are Doing At Bremer Bank Frederic

Join us for

DAIRY DAY

Wed. - Fri., June 12 - 14

CHEESE AND CRACKERS

Friday, June 14

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Dairy treats at all 6 locations

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At the Frederic Fire Hall

Look For Bremer Bank At Frederic Family Days In The Park On

Frederic 715-327-5660

Siren 715-349-2440

Webster 715-866-4251

A&H 715-635-2148

Cushing 715-648-5217

Grantsburg 715-463-5301

SATURDAY, JUNE 15

KIDS SAWDUST PILE (For 10 & under after the kiddie parade)

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(May 29, June 5, 12) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY CIVIL DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATE HOLDERS CWABS, INC., ASSET BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-BCI Plaintiff vs. JAMES W. LINDGREN; KRISTINE M. LINDGREN F/K/A KRISTINE M. PAUTSCH; CUMBERLAND MEMORIAL HOSPITAL AND EXTENDED CARE UNIT, INC.; CAPITAL ONE BANK USA; GRAZZINI BROTHERS AND COMPANY; Defendants NOTICE OF ADJOURNED SHERIFF’S SALE Case No. 12 CV 17 Case Code No. 30404 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on April 13, 2012, in the amount of $149,365.57, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: May 7, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. ADJOURNED TIME: June 20, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is� and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. 3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax from the proceeds of the sale upon confirmation of the court. PLACE: Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: The North 15 Acres of the Southeast 1/4 of Southeast 1/4, Section 30, Township 35 North of Range 16 West. A nd a perpetual easement over and across the driveway as now used and traveled for access to South 25 Acres of Southeast 1/4 Section 30, 3516. TAX KEY NO.: 026-01245-0000 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1913 W. Bone Lake Dr., Balsam Lake, Wisconsin 54810. Christina M. Putman State Bar No. 1075422 Attorney for Plaintiff 230 W. Monroe St. Suite 1125 Chicago, IL 60606 Phone: 312-541-9710 Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 584765 WNAXLP

.DWK\ < $OGHQ %DOVDP /DNH GLHG 0D\ 'HQQLV $ 3HGHUVHQ )UHGHULF GLHG 0D\ &RQVWDQFH - .XUVFKLQVNL &OHDU /DNH GLHG -XQH (June 5, 12, 19) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF James A. Albertson DOD: 12/07/2012 Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 13 PR 41 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth Sept. 22, 1955, and date of death Dec. 7, 2012, was domiciled in Hennepin County, State of Minnesota, with a mailing address of 4225 Northern Road, Deephaven, MN 55331. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is September 4, 2013. 5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wis., Room 500. Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar May 22, 2013 Katherine M. Stewart P.O. Box 364 Spooner, WI 54801 715-635-9081 Bar Number: 1005716 585273 WNAXLP (May 29, June 5, 12) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY JP MORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff vs. RANDY SCHALLENBERGER, et al. Defendants Case No. 13 CV 115 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on April 19, 2013, in the amount of $63,208.62, the Polk County Sheriff will sell the premises described below at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: June 18, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is� and subject to all legal liens, encumbrances, and payment of applicable transfer taxes. PLACE: In the Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, located at 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis., 54810 PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: The South 135 feet of Lot 4, Block 13, Second Addition to Lawson City, Village of Luck, Polk County, Wisconsin, Except the South 75 feet of the East 140 feet thereof. ADDRESS: 115 North Main Street, Luck, WI 54853. TAX KEY NO: 146-00168-0000 Dated this 25th 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 creditors’ attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 584620 WNAXLP

(May 29, June 5, 12) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF CAROL A. ANDERSON Notice Setting Time to Hear Application and Deadline for Filing Claims (Informal Administration) Case No. 13 PR 35 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth June 13, 1932, and date of death April 30, 2013, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of Sophies Manor Assisted Living, 300 Michigan Avenue, Centuria, WI 54824 3. The application will be heard at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500, before Jenell L. Anderson, Probate Registrar, on June 18, 2013, 10:00 a.m. You do not need to appear unless you object. The application may be granted if there is no objection. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is August 30, 2013. 5. A claim may be filed at the Office of Register in Probate, Polk County Courthouse, 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 600. 6. This publication is notice to any persons whose names or address are unknown. Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar May 20, 2013 Steven J. Swanson Attorney at Law P.O. Box 609 St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 715-483-3786 Bar Number: 1003029 584763 WNAXLP

(June 5, 12, 19) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Raymond Alton Linden Notice Setting Time to Hear Application and Deadline for Filing Claims (Informal Administration) Case No. 13-PR-45 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth May 20, 1924, and date of death April 16, 2013, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 304 8th Ave. E. #112, Osceola, WI 54020. 3. The application will be heard at the Polk County Courthouse, 1005 W. Main St., Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500, before Jenell L. Anderson, Probate Registrar, on July 8, 2013, at 10 a.m. You do not need to appear unless you object. The application may be granted if there is no objection. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is September 16, 2013. 5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin 54810, Room 500. 6. This publication is notice to any persons whose names or address are unknown. If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call 715-4859238 at least 10 working days prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provide transportation. Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar May 31, 2013 Todd H. Anderson Attorney at Law P.O. Box 507 Grantsburg, WI 54840 715-463-5365 585544 Bar #1012132 WNAXLP

NOTICE OF MEETING

TOWN OF WEST SWEDEN Notice Is Hereby Given That The Town Board Meeting Is Scheduled To Be Held On Tues., June 18, 2013, At 6:30 p.m. At The Town Hall. Agenda: 1. Call meeting to order 2. Corrections on the printed agenda 3. Clerk Report 4. Treasurer Report 5. Public input A. SCAT presentation by Tanya 6. Old business A. Inter-Community Agreement for Northland Ambulance B. 305thAve/Benson grinding bids C. Brush clearing bids 7. Employee/Hwy. report 8. Correspondence 9. New business A. Liquor license application review B. Gravel on 175th/350th and culvert bids 10. Review bills/vouchers 11. Set next meeting date 12. Move to adjourn Respectfully Submitted, 586082 Andrea Lundquist, Clerk 43L

(June 5, 12, 19) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Royal Credit Union, a Wisconsin state chartered credit union, 200 Riverfront Terrace Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54703, Plaintiff, vs. Bruce A. Campion 8551 Cord Street Northeast Circle Pines, Minnesota 55014, Jessica C. Campion 8551 Cord Street Northeast Circle Pines, Minnesota 55014, John Doe, Mary Roe, and XYZ corporation, Defendants. Case Type: 30404 Case No. 12CV667 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of that certain Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, Order for Judgment, and Judgment entered and filed in the above-entitled action on March 22, 2013, the Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell the following described real property at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: June 27, 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: A parcel of land located in the Southwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (SW 1/4 of SE 1/4), Section Nine (9), Township Thirty-six (36) North, Range Seventeen (17) West, Town of Luck, Polk County, Wisconsin, described as follows: Commencing at the Southwest corner of said 80 acres; thence East 359 feet to point of beginning; thence North 789 feet; thence East 961 feet to the East line of said 80 acres; thence South to the Southeast corner of said 80 acres; thence West to point of beginning. (FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY: Plaintiff believes that the property address is 1525 280th Avenue, Luck, Wisconsin). Dated: May 28, 2013. Peter Johnson Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin THIS INSTRUMENT WAS DRAFTED BY: ANASTASI JELLUM, P.A. 14985 60th Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 (651) 439-2951 Garth G. Gavenda/#16503 585274 WNAXLP

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(June 5, 12, 19) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY AnchorBank, fsb, Plaintiff, vs. Mason Investment Group, LLC and North Star Bank, Defendants. NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Case No: 12CV576 Case Code: 30404 Judge: Molly E. GaleWyrick PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a Judgment of Foreclosure entered January 3, 2013, in the amount of $106,209.19, the Polk County Sheriff will sell the described property at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: July 11, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. PLACE: Lobby Area of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West 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: The East 120 feet of Lots 1, 2, 3 and 4, Block 11, Original Plat of the Village of Balsam Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 203 3rd Avenue, Balsam Lake, WI 54810. The common address is for reference purposes only. Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff ECKBERG, LAMMERS, BRIGGS, WOLFF & VIERLING, PLLP Nicholas J. Vivian (#1047165) Amanda E. Prutzman (#1060975) Attorney for Plaintiff 430 Second Street Hudson, WI 54016 585359 715-386-3733 WNAXLP

TOWN OF GEORGETOWN LIQUOR LICENSE APPLICATIONS

Notice is hereby given that the following have applied for liquor licensing: Class “B� Beer and Liquor, Robert Sherrard, 2049 Sherrard Dr., Luck - Sherrard’s Resort Class “B� Beer and Liquor, Delores Bol, 1091 238th Ave., Luck - Wilkin’s Resort Class “B� Beer and Liquor, California Louie’s Inc., 1082 240th Ave., Luck - Calderwood Lodge Class “B� Beer and Liquor, Ellen Molamphy, 1879 W. Bone Lk. Dr., Balsam Lake - Blacksmith Shop Class “B� Beer and Liquor, Dennis Patrick, 927 190th, Balsam Lake - CD’s Eagle Lounge, Inc. Class “A� Beer and Liquor, Jeffrey Traynor, 2102 70th, Balsam Lake - Jonzy Market Kristine Lindgren, Clerk 586052 43L WNAXLP

INVITATION TO BID TOWN OF WEST SWEDEN POLK COUNTY

The Town of West Sweden is accepting sealed bids to gravel 175th St. starting at 340th Ave. going toward Cty. W and 350th Ave. starting at 175th St. toward 180th St. The length to be graveled will be 9,387 feet by 20 feet. Bid 5,000 tons of 3/4-inch road gravel placed on road. Bid price per ton in place. Bids will be opened on June 18, 2013, 6:30 p.m. at the town hall. For more information, contact Chairman Simon Nelson at 715-566-3055 or highway patrolman Kevin Taylor at 715371-1002. The Town of West Sweden reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. Please mail bids to Andrea Lundquist, 1535 345th Ave., Frederic, WI 54837. Andrea Lundquist, Clerk 585427 42-43L WNAXLP Town of West Sweden

Application for Retail Class B License to sell intoxicating liquors and malt beverages to the town board, Town of West Sweden, Polk County, WI. The undersigned: Skol Haus Jaqueline M. Highstrom Keith B. Highstrom 3415 County Road W West Sweden, WI Hereby makes application for a Class B intoxicating liquor and Malt Beverages Liquor License to be used from July 1, 2013, to June 30, 2014, at the place of business located Pcl. SE 1/4 SW 1/4 Sec. 8-37-17. Date June 12, 2013 Andrea Lundquist, Clerk 586080 43L WNAXLP

APPLICATION FOR LICENSE

Application for Retail Class B License to sell intoxicating liquors and fermented malt beverages. To the Town Board, Town of Sterling, Polk County, Wis., the undersigned: Suzanne M. Cannefax Suzy Q’s Snowshoe Tavern LLC 2493A 240th Street Cushing, WI 54006 Polk County, Wisconsin Hereby makes application for a Retail Class B intoxicating liquors and fermented malt beverages license to be used from July 1, 2013, to June 30, 2014. Dated June 6, 2013 Julie Peterson, Clerk 585926 43L Town of Sterling WNAXLP

POLK COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY Monthly Board Meeting Thursday, June 20, 2013, at 9 a.m. Shoreview Apartments, Balsam Lake

Agenda: I. Call to Order. II. Minutes. III. Financial Reports. IV. Operations Report. V. Unfinished Business. VI. New 585950 43L Business. VII. Adjourn.

PUBLIC NOTICE SCHOOL BOARD VACANCY

Pursuant to School Board Policy #204, the Siren Board of Education is seeking applicants to appoint a successor for Cate Hayman’s vacated school board seat. The length of this appointment would be July 2013 until April of 2014. District residents interested in this position should pick up an application at the District Office of the Siren Schools. Applications should be returned to the 585518 42-43L District Secretary by June 17, 2013, at 3 p.m.

POLK COUNTY POSITION ANNOUNCEMENTS

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: June 14, 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 of .40 for pms & .50 for nocs

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 586120 43L

REQUEST FOR ROAD RESURFACING BIDS Town of Balsam Lake Polk County, Wisconsin

Notice is hereby given that the Town of Balsam Lake is accepting bids for resurfacing following locations in the Town of Balsam Lake: (1) 140th Ave. 160th Street to 180th Street grind and resurface with 2� hot/cold blacktop. For information and specifications please call Brad Mabry at 715485-3844. All bids to be considered must be received by 5 p.m. June 17, 2013. Please mail or deliver your bid to: Town of Balsam Lake, c/o Brad Mabry, 1493 160th Street, St. Croix Falls, WI 54024. Bids will be opened at the regular meeting of the Town Board to be held on Monday, June 17, 2013, at 7 p.m. The Town Board reserves the right to accept or reject any, any part of, and/or all bids and further reserves the right to award the bid in the best interest of the Town of Balsam Lake. Brian R. Masters, Clerk 585633 42-43L

FOR SALE BY SEALED BID Small Ford E350 Gas Bus

Odometer: 106,855, with one wheelchair lift. Seats 9 or 7+ 1 wheelchair. Vehicle has had regular maintenance. No minimum bid. Vehicle available for on-site inspection at address below on Thursday, June 20, from 10 a.m. to noon. Questions may be directed to Bonnie Richardson at 715-485-8757, leave message for return call. Send bids to:

Endeavors Adult Development Center, Inc. 101 150th Street Balsam Lake, WI 54810 Envelope must be clearly marked “Sealed Bid.� Bids are due by noon on June 21.

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(June 5, 12, 19) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY CIVIL DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Plaintiff vs. ERICA RHODE A/K/A ERICA L. RHODE; MARY E. HANSEN; Defendants NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Case No. 12 CV 734 Case Code No. 30404 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on March 11, 2013, in the amount of $52,081.75, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: June 27, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is� and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. 3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax from the proceeds of the sale upon confirmation of the court. PLACE: Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 1133, recorded in the Polk County Registry, in Volume 5 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 123, being a part of the Southeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 24, Township 36 North, Range 15 West. (In the Town of McKinley), Polk County, Wisconsin. Manufactured home describe as used 1979; Rollohome; Single-wide; Serial No. 34117; 68XL4, which is affixed and attached to the land and is part of the real property. TAX KEY NO.: 038-00544-0000 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 19 260th Ave., Cumberland, Wisconsin 54829. 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 creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 585275 WNAXLP

(June 12, 19, 26) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Robert Joseph Wanser a/k/a/ Robert J. Wanser Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 13 PR 44 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth July 10, 1958, and date of death October 11, 2012, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 1921 Little Blake Ct., Luck, WI 54853. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is September 13, 2013. 5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wis., Room 500. Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar May 30, 2013 Attorney Cal R. Tillisch Goyke, Tillisch & Higgins, LLP P.O. Box 2188 Wausau, WI 54402-2188 715-849-8100 585843 Bar Number: 1001102 WNAXLP (June 12, 19, 26) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ROBERT JOSEPH HAGER, a/k/a ROBERT J. HAGER Deceased Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 13 PR 51 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth September 14, 1936, and date of death April 30, 2013, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 1966 Long Lake Court, Comstock, WI 54826. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is September 20, 2013. 5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis., Room 500. Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar June 6, 2013 Mark A. Hager 9224 Cornell Road Woodbury, MN 55125 586022 651-728-3381 WNAXLP

(June 12, 19, 26) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF KAREN MARIE ROOT a/k/a KAREN SMITH ROOT DOD: 4/17/13 Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 13 PR 43 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth January 21, 1956, and date of death April 17, 2013, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 408 East Main Street, P.O. Box 309, Milltown, WI 54858. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is September 9, 2013. 5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. 54810. Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar May 28, 2013 Autumn L. Lindquist 502 Second Street, Ste. 203 Hudson, WI 54016 715-381-8270 Bar Number: 1038383 585875 WNAXLP

APPLICATION FOR LICENSE

Application for Retail Class B License to sell intoxicating liquors and malt beverages to the town board, Town of West Sweden, Polk County, WI. The undersigned: Theresa Marie Kletschka Countryside Supper Club 9311 Elbow Lake Road Siren, WI 54872 Hereby makes application for a Class B intoxicating liquor and Malt Beverages Liquor License to be used from July 1, 2013, to June 30, 2014, at the place of business located one mile north of Frederic, WI, on Hwy. 35. Sec. 22 T2N RI7E. Date June 12, 2013 Andrea Lundquist, Clerk 586081 43L WNAXLP (June 12, 19, 26) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY CITIZENS COMMUNITY FEDERAL Plaintiff, vs. ROBERT L. NEWELL JR., BETH A. NEWELL, ST. CROIX REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER, Defendants. Case No.: 11CV769 Case Code: 30404 Foreclosure of Mortgage NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE By virtue of a judgment of foreclosure and sale rendered in the above-entitle action on January 22, 2013, in the amount of $168,818.56, the undersigned Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell at public auction at the front entrance of the Polk County Courthouse in the village of Balsam Lake, in said County, on the 25th 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 in the Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (SE 1/4 of NE 1/4) of Section Twenty (20), Township Thirty-Six (36) North Range Nineteen (19) West, Town of Sterling, (hereinafter referred to as the forty), described as: Commencing at the Northeast Corner of said forty; thence West along the North Line of said forty a distance of 150 Feet; thence at right angles South a distance of 290.4 Feet; thence at right angles East to the East Line of said forty; thence North along said East Line of said forty to the point of beginning, Polk County, Wisconsin. Together with a nonexclusive general easement over and across the North 2 rods of the SW 1/4 of the NW 1/4 of Section 21, Township 36 North, Range 19 West to the Township Road as an appurtenant easement to the above-described parcel of land. Subject to roadway easement running along the North 2 rods of the above lands which roadway is to be used in common with grantee and others granted similar rights. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2802 Wilson Avenue, St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin 54024. 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 5th day of June, 2013. /s/Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Attorney Christine A. Gimber WELD, RILEY, PRENN & RICCI, S.C. 3624 Oakwood Hills Parkway P.O. Box 1030 Eau Claire, WI 54702-1030 715-839-7786 Attorneys for Plaintiff This is an attempt to collect a debt. A ny information obtained will be used for that purpose. 585842 WNAXLP

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Notices/Employment Opportunites

Grantsburg School District June 5, 2013

Job Title: Sixth-Grade Teacher Job Description: There is currently one 100% FTE 6th-Grade opening for the 2013/14 school year. Qualifications: Appropriate Wisconsin Certification: Elementary Education. Requirements: Elementary experience preferred. Individual should have the skills to teach in an active, hands-on and student-centered approach. Background of teaching with guided reading, using a balanced literacy approach desired. Having the knowledge to differentiate instruction is a must. Being comfortable utilizing technology, including iPads and interactive boards, during a lesson is highly desired. Experience in working in a PLC is desired but not necessary to apply. How to Apply: Send letter of application, resume, credentials (three current letters of recommendation and transcripts) and a copy of license by June 26, 2013. Previous applicants for our 5thgrade openings do not have to send any new papers in. This position will be filled when the best candidate is found. Contact: Brad Jones, Principal Grantsburg Middle School 500 East James Ave. Grantsburg, WI 54840 715-463-2455 The School District of Grantsburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion or handicap. 585914 43-44L

NOTICE OF POSITION OPENING HIGH SCHOOL ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS TEACHER

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Position: One full-time position currently serving grades 10 12, beginning with 2013 - 14 school year. Coaching and/or advisory positions may also be available. Qualifications Necessary: Qualified applicants of high character should possess a high level of content knowledge; believe all students can learn and that teachers play an active role in the learning process; display strong communication, leadership and organizational skills; enjoy working with teenagers; be willing to collaborate with colleagues; have strong technology skills as Unity High School is a 1:1 iPad school; and be dedicated individuals who exhibit a strong desire to improve student learning. Requirements: Applicants must have appropriate DPI licensure (300) or be eligible for such licensure. Additional licenses preferred. How to Apply: Qualified, interested persons should apply by sending a letter of application, district application (available at www.unity.k12.wi.us), resume and copy of license or evidence of license eligibility, transcripts and three (3) letters of recommendation to: Brandon W. Robinson, Superintendent Unity School District 1908 150th Street/Hwy. 46 North Balsam Lake, WI 54810 Deadline: June 21, 2013 or until filled E.O.E. Unity School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability.

TOWN OF JACKSON RECYCLE AND ROAD CLEANUP Saturday, June 15, 9 a.m. to Noon

• ROAD CLEANUP • Help cleanup the roads and right of ways in your neighborhood. • Major road right of ways can also be done. • Trash bags from roadside cleanup can be brought to Town Hall at Cty. Roads A & C or placed at any major road intersections of the town. • RECYCLE FOR FREE the following items: • Refrigerators, freezers, a.c. units, dehumidifiers, washers, dryers, stoves/ranges (gas & electric, water heaters (old-style steel tanks only), wheelbarrows, etc. • Electronics such as DVD players, VCRs, convertor boxes, computer printers, keyboards, scanners. • Miscellaneous household appliances • For a complete list go to www.townofjacksonwi.com or call Nancy Growe - Supervisor at 715-866-4589 • TVs & COMPUTER MONITORS • Any size TV - $20 H E LP K • Computer monitors, any size - $20 TH E TOWE E P N • TIRES JAC KSON OF • Tires up to 16� diameter - $5 BEAUTIFU • Tires up to 20� diameter - $10 A N D C LEANL • Tires over 20� diameter - $15 ! • ITEMS NOT ACCEPTED • Fuel oil, paint or any other hazardous materials • Nothing plastic • Ceramic items 585532 32a 43L • BATTERIES - Car & Marine • The Fire Department will accept these and recycle them. • MONETARY DONATIONS will be accepted

Position: Executive Secretary Terms: Permanent, Twelve-Month Position The executive secretary is responsible for assisting the district administration in carrying out all functions of the Board of Education and school district operations. This is a salaried position that will require occasional work outside of a typical forty-hour week, including some evenings. Major responsibilities include preparation of school board agendas and minutes, assisting with payroll and other financial operations, data entry, handling confidential personnel records and day-to-day receptionist and clerical duties. The ideal candidate will be exceptionally professional, personable, highly confidential, dedicated and trustworthy. Preferred qualifications: • Associate Degree - Administrative Assistant or Equivalent • Experience with Payroll, Accounting or Human Resources • Exceptional Oral and Written Communication Skills Interested applicants may apply by sending a letter of application, resume, transcripts and three letters of recommendation to: Scott Johnson, District Administrator, School District of Siren, 24022 4th Ave., Siren, WI 54872. Application deadline: June 14, 2013. 585521 42-43L 32a Please do not email applications.

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 “Most Wired� hospitals in the U.S. This award recognizes the commitment we have in utilizing technology to improve quality and patient safety. We’ve partnered with StuderGroup and have made a “Commitment to Excellence� 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 Bachelor’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 • F/M

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DOCUMENT 00 11 13 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Hwy. 35 Sewer Crossing Pipe Bursting Frederic, Wisconsin

Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be received by the Village of Frederic, Wisconsin, until 10 a.m., Tuesday, July 2, 2013, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud at the Village Hall, for the furnishing of all labor and material for the construction of the following items in the approximate quantities indicated: Approximately 300 linear feet of Sanitary Sewer Pipe Bursting of existing 12-inch VCP to proposed 16-inch HDPE, including cleaning, televising, bypass pumping, restoration and all other associated work. Bids shall be on the forms provided for that purpose and according to the Contract Documents prepared by Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. dated June 12, 2013. The Bidding Documents may be seen at the issuing office of Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. located at 156 High Street, Suite 300, New Richmond, WI 54017. Digital copies of the Bidding Documents are available at http://www.sehinc.com for a fee of $30. These documents may be downloaded by selecting this project from the BIDDING DOCUMENTS link and by entering eBidDoc TM Number 2759100 on the SEARCH PROJECTS page. For assistance and free membership registration, contact QuestCDN at 952.233.1632 or info@questcdn.com. Paper copies of the Bidding Documents may be obtained from Docunet Corp. located at 2435 Xenium Lane North, Plymouth, MN 55441 (763.475.9600) for a fee of $60. Bid security in the amount of 5 percent of the bid must accompany each bid in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders. Bids shall be directed to the Village Clerk securely sealed and endorsed upon the outside wrapper, “BID FOR HWY. 35 SEWER CROSSING PIPE BURSTING.� Contractors on the Project shall be required to comply with the minimum wages in effect for the State of Wisconsin. The Village of Frederic reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive irregularities and informalities therein and to award the Contract in the best interests of the Village. Kristi Swanson, Village Clerk Village of Frederic 107 Hope Road West, P.O. Box 567 586083 Frederic, WI 54837 43-44L WNAXLP

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

HELP WANTED Store Clerk/Associate in Our Siren Office

Entry-Level Part-Time Position 20+ Hours A Week

Duties include: Ordering office supplies for the store, stocking and cleaning shelves, assisting customers in the office/store, answering phones and misc. office duties. Must have excellent communication and customer service skills, be organized and detail oriented. General computer knowledge and skills, cash handling experience helpful, be able to complete multiple tasks and deal with deadline pressures while remaining positive. A skills test will be given.

Application deadline June 21, 2013 Send Resume to or apply in person at:

INTER-COUNTY COOPERATIVE PUBLISHING ASSOCIATION

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NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

JOB VACANCY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF SIREN

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Att: Human Resources PO Box 490 • 303 N. Wisconsin Ave. Frederic, WI 54837 715-327-4236 email address: iccpaonline@centurytel.net DOCUMENT 00 11 13 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Benson Road Sanitary Sewer Improvements Frederic, Wisconsin

Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be received by the Village of Frederic, Wisconsin, until 10 a.m., Tuesday, July 2, 2013, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud at the Village Hall, for the furnishing of all labor and material for the construction of the following items in the approximate quantities indicated: Quantity Item 1 LS Traffic Control 90 LF 1.25-inch HDPE Force Main 90 LF 2-inch HDPE Force Main 120 LF Directional Drill 1.25-inch HDPE Force Main 425 LF Directional Drill 2-inch HDPE Force Main 1 Each End Flushing Connection 4 Each Lateral Assembly 4 Each Tracer Wire Access Box and Anode 1 Each Simplex Grinder Station - 70 Gallon Basin (8 feet of cover) 1 Each Connect to Existing Manhole 275 SY Bituminous Pavement Surface Restoration 0.5 Acre Turf Restoration Bids shall be on the forms provided for that purpose and according to the Contract Documents prepared by Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. dated June 12, 2013. The Bidding Documents may be seen at the issuing office of Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. located at 156 High Street, Suite 300, New Richmond, WI 54017. Digital copies of the Bidding Documents are available at http://www.sehinc.com for a fee of $30. These documents may be downloaded by selecting this project from the BIDDING DOCUMENTS link and by entering eBidDoc TM Number 2759035 on the SEARCH PROJECTS page. For assistance and free membership registration, contact QuestCDN at 952.233.1632 or info@questcdn.com . Paper copies of the Bidding Documents may be obtained from Docunet Corp. located at 2435 Xenium Lane North, Plymouth, MN 55441 (763.475.9600) for a fee of $60. Bid security in the amount of 5 percent of the bid must accompany each bid in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders. Bids shall be directed to the Village Clerk securely sealed and endorsed upon the outside wrapper, “BID FOR BENSON ROAD SANITARY SEWER IMPROVEMENTS.� Contractors on the Project shall be required to comply with the minimum wages in effect for the State of Wisconsin. The Village of Frederic reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive irregularities and informalities therein and to award the Contract in the best interests of the Village. Kristi Swanson, Village Clerk Village of Frederic 107 Hope Road West, P.O. Box 567 586085 Frederic, WI 54837 43-44L WNAXLP

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SCHOOL DISTRICT OF SIREN

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

Requirements: How to Apply:

Employer: Job Address: Website: Description:

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Cross-Categorical Special Education Teacher Sara Towne 715-349-7392 The School District of Siren has opened up a search for a K-12 Cross-Categorical Special Education Teacher. POSITION WILL BE FILLED ASAP. Preferred candidate will have training and experience working with students with learning disabilities, emotional/behavioral disabilities and other developmental disabilities. Candidates need to possess excellent organization and time management abilities, strong communication skills and an ability to collaborate effectively with school staff, parents and other community agencies. Candidates should also have a strong knowledge of instructional best practices and have experience in writing and implementing Individual Education Plans. Experience in working in a team teaching environment is also a positive. License Requirements: Special Education Cross Categorical #801. Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, 3 letters of recommendation, copy of transcripts and copy of credentials to: Sara Towne, Director of Special Education and Pupil Services, School District of Siren, 24022 - 4th Ave., Siren, WI 54872. Emailed applications will not be accepted. If you have questions about this position, please contact Mrs. Towne at stowne@siren.k12.wi.us. School District of Siren 24022 - 4th Ave. Siren, WI 54872 Same as the employer address. http://www.siren.k12.wi.us The Siren School District is located in northwestern Wisconsin surrounded by lakes and wooded area. The community is virtually brand new having rebuilt nearly all businesses and many residences following a tornado in 2001. The district serves approximately 500 students in grades Pre-K through 12.

NOTICE TOWN OF TRADE LAKE BOARD OF REVIEW

Notice is hereby given that the Board of Review for the Town of Trade Lake will convene on Saturday, June 22, 2013, in the Town Hall, Trade Lake, Wisconsin, from noon to 2 p.m. 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 meeting of the first meeting of the Board of Review and before the Board’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 person’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 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 person’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 person’s estimate of the value of the land and the improvements that are the subject of the person’s objection and specify the information that the person used to arrive at that estimate. No person shall appear before the Board of Review, testify to the Board of Review by telephone or subject an objection 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 Town of Trade Lake has an ordinance for the confidentiality of information about income and expenses that is provided to the Assessor under this paragraph which provides exemptions 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) of 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 person may testify by telephone. Submitted by, Town of Trade Lake Deborah L. Christian, Clerk

NOTICE TOWN OF TRADE LAKE OPEN BOOK

Pursuant to Sec. 70.45. WI Statutes, the Town of Trade Lake assessment roll for the year 2013 assessment will be open for examination on the 22nd day of June, 2013, at the town hall, 11810 Town Hall Rd., Frederic, WI, from 10:00 a.m. to noon. Instructional material about the assessment, on how to file an objection, and about board of review procedures under Wis. Law will be available at that time. Notice is hereby given this 5th day of June, 2013. Deborah L. Christian, Clerk 585279 42-44L 32-33a WNAXLP Town of Trade Lake

NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Grantsburg School District June 2013

Job Title High School Guidance Counselor Job Description Full-time high school guidance counselor commencing for the 2013 - 2014 school year, 100% FTE. Qualifications WI Certification or ability to obtain. Applicants must possess the dynamics to build relationships with children to create an atmosphere of learning and mutual respect. The ability to interact and be a contributing member of a talented teaching faculty is also desired. Technology skills and the ability to apply them in the counseling field are beneficial. Strong references for this position are essential. We are looking for someone with a high degree of communication skills who can interact effectively with students, parents and staff. Well-developed counseling skills for individual and group work are necessary. The candidate should have the ability to develop and deliver a quality high school guidance curriculum and be willing to continue developing and implementing a districtwide comprehensive school counseling program. This person will be the testing administrator for the district. We are looking for someone who will focus on being a team player with the administrative staff and other district counselors. Some teaching experience and certification would be an added asset. The candidate should possess the skills necessary to conduct annual Individual Student and Parent Educational and Career Planning conferences at various grade levels. Requirements We are seeking applicants with certification or eligibility for WI Certification DPI Code 54 or 966 Professional School Counselor. Applicants need to be prepared to deal with aspects of the personal, social and academic needs of high school students. Applicants should posses the skills necessary to communicate effectively with parents in order to build educational partnerships. Interested applicants should be willing to take part in school and student improvement initiatives. How to Apply Send letter of application, resume, credentials (3 current letters of recommendation and transcripts) and a copy of license by June 17, 2013. Please include your email address as further communication will be via email. Contact Stan Marczak, Principal Grantsburg High School 480 East James Ave. Grantsburg, WI 54840 715-463-2531 Website: http://www.gk12.net/ 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. 585588 42-43L

NOTICE OF OPEN BOOK

Open book will be held at the LaFollette Town Hall on Saturday, June 29, from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.

NOTICE OF THE BOARD OF REVIEW TOWN OF LaFOLLETTE BURNETT COUNTY

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Review for the Town of LaFollette of Burnett County shall hold its first meeting on the 29th day of June, 2013, from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., at the LaFollette 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 Board’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 person’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 person’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 person’s estimate value of the land and of the improvements that are subject of the person’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 the information about income and expenses, as specified in the Assessor’s manual under Sec. 73-03(2a) of WI Statutes, that the Assessor requests. The Town of LaFollette has an ordinance for the confidentiality of information about income and expense that is provided to the Assessor under the paragraph which provides exceptions to persons using information in the discharge of duties imposed by law or 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, Town of LaFollette 586071 43L 33a WNAXLP Linda Terrian, Clerk

INVITATION TO BID TOWERS FOR PUBLIC SAFETY COMMUNICATION SYSTEM BURNETT COUNTY, WI

Sealed bids for the construction of the Towers for Public Safety Communication System, will be received until 2:00 p.m. on July 3, 2013, at the Burnett County Clerk’s Office, 7410 County Road K, #105, Siren, WI 54872 at which time and place they will be opened in public. Scope of Work: The project scope of work generally consists of work at 7 communication sites throughout Burnett County, WI. Locations to include; Karlsborg, Danbury, Hertel, Government Center, Penta Hill, Barronett and Grantsburg. Copies of the contract documents, including plans, specifications, bidding instructions, proposals and plan holder’s list shall be obtained through the office of the Engineer, Edge Consulting Engineers, Inc. of Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin. Bidders shall request bid documents or express interest in the project through the online form at Edge Consulting’s website: edgeconsult.com/ bids/. Bidders shall note their interest to be included on the project Plan Holder’s list when completing the form. Copies of the contract documents, including plans, specifications, bidding instructions and proposals may also be viewed at the Burnett County Government Center, 7410 County Road K, Siren, WI 54872 between the hours of 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Distribution of documents will not be made at this location. Each bid must be accompanied by a separate bid bond envelope containing a Bid Bond in a sum equal to five (5%) percent of the full amount of the bid including Alternates, executed by the bidder as principal and by a surety, conditioned that if the principal’s bid be accepted and the contract awarded to the principal, the principal, within ten days after notice of award, will execute a contract in accordance with the term of the bid including furnishing all bonds and insurance certificates as required by the contract documents. A prebid meeting is scheduled for this project on Wednesday, June 18, 2013. The prebid meeting will start at the Burnett County Government Center, 7410 County Road K., Siren, WI 54872 at 8:30 a.m., before proceeding to the other sites as desired. Please contact the engineer at via email at clewis@edgeconsult.com if you plan on attending the prebid meeting. Attendance at the prebid meeting is not mandatory but is encourage. The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids and/or to waive any informality in the bids received and to accept any bid deemed to be most favorable to the interest of Burnett County. The work, if awarded, shall be completed in accordance with the timeline outlined in the Bid Form. Substantial Completion of 585563 all work shall be on or before December 1, 2013. 42-43L 32a Prevailing wage rates are applicable to this project. WNAXLP

POLK COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Polk County Government Center 100 Polk County Plaza, Balsam Lake, WI County Boardroom Tuesday, June 18, 2013 Regular Business Meeting, 6:30 p.m.

Open Session Call to Order Evidence of Proper Notice Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Time of Reflection - Supvr. Caspersen Consent Agenda * Consideration of noticed agenda for June 18, 2013, meeting; * Consideration/corrections to the published minutes of the May 21, 2013, County Board meeting 7. Public Comments - 3 minutes per person- not to exceed 30 minutes total 8. Chairman’s Report, Wm. Johnson 9. Receipt of 2012 Department Annual Reports 10. Time for Committee Q&A (if any) 11. Administrator’s Report, Dana Frey 12. Presentation of Certificate of Outstanding Achievement, Polk County Child Support Agency, Malia T. Malone Assistant Corporation Counsel/Child Support Director 13. Presentation by Drew Nussbaum, Wisconsin Department of Tourism 14. Annual Employee Evaluation, extension of employee contract and compensation of County Administrator Closed Session: Pursuant to Wisconsin Statute Sections 19.36(10)(d) and 19.85(1)(c) the County Board may convene in closed session for the purpose of deliberating on and formulating the evaluation of the performance, the employment contract and compensation of the County Administrator. Following said closed session, the County Board will reconvene in open session to consider and/act on any matter noticed herein, including subject matters noticed for consideration in closed session and to consider or act on those subject matters noticed for open session. 15. Proposed Resolutions and Ordinances A. Resolution 22-13, Resolution To Authorize Public Improvements Project And Appropriation For Roof Replacement At The Golden Age Manor Nursing Home Facility B. Resolution No. 23-13, Join Resolution Between Polk County And Chippewa County Housing Authority To Administer The State Of Wisconsin Community Development Block Grant Housing Revolving Loan Fund On Behalf Of Polk County 16. Supervisors Reports 585960 43L WNAXLP 17. Adjourn This meeting is open to the public according to Wisconsin State Statute 19.83. Persons with disabilities wishing to attend and/or participate are asked to notify the County Clerk’s office (715-485-9226) at least 24 hours in advance of the scheduled meeting time so all reasonable accommodations can be made. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

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by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer ST. CROIX FALLS – It is a rite of passage for almost any new parent: taking your toddler(s) to see the critters at FawnDoe-Rosa. Easily one of the most known staples of the region, Fawn-Doe-Rosa turns 50 this month and, as any business RZQHU ZLOO FRQĂ€UP PDNLQJ DQ\ YHQWXUH last half a century is among the rarest of DFKLHYHPHQWV ,Q IDFW RQO\ D IHZ ORFDO RSerations can claim more years under their EHOW DQG OLWHUDOO\ QRQH KDYH OHIW DV PDQ\ children smiling. “It all started as a dream of my dad’s, years ago, to make something like this happen,â€? stated Tammi (Hansen) Hasselquist, who grew up working at the wildlife center. “Dad made it happen with the help of his parents and my mother.â€? That dream, half a century ago, came true on the now 160 acres of St. Croix Falls land that has become one of the most renowned local stops on Hwy. 8, going back WR WKRVH Ă€UVW \HDUV ZKHQ WKH +DQVHQ IDPily dug into the operation and opened in the spring of 1963, originally as Bambieland. That name did not sit well with a certain company, leading the family to Ă€QG D QHZ QDPH “Yeah, Bambieland didn’t sit too well with Disney,â€? Hasselquist joked. “So in 1965, we had a naming contest.â€? That is where the Fawn-Doe-Rosa moniker came IURP DQG LW KDV VWXFN HYHU VLQFH The history of Fawn-Doe-Rosa has FKDQJHG DV ZHOO DV FHUWDLQ DFWLYLWLHV RI the past – from cookouts, wagon and train ULGHV DQG HYHQ WKH ZD\ WKH DQLPDOV ZHUH REWDLQHG ² KDYH FKDQJHG DORQJ WKH ZD\ “We used to be a home for unwanted, orphaned animals,â€? Hasselquist said. “But the laws changed and, due to us being $GG\ WRRN VSHFLDO FDUH ZLWK WKLV ZKLWH EXQQ\ ZKR GLGQ W VHHP WR PLQG WKH DWWHQWLRQ DW DOO open to the public, made for changes. z 3KRWRV E\ *UHJ 0DUVWHQ Now, all the animals are purchased or were born here.â€? The theme of the critters is generally all North American animals and all types from around this area. “It’s mainly because people don’t alZD\V KDYH D FKDQFH WR VHH WKHP XS FORVH Âľ Hasselquist said. “And with (old McDonDOG¡V )DUP LW JLYHV NLGV D FKDQFH WR DFWXally hold them.â€? Hasselquist is the youngest of the three Hansen children who grew up in the shadow of the critters, and she is admitWHGO\ YHU\ SURXG RI WKH RSHUDWLRQ LWV PLVsion and history, as well as how they treat the animals, all of which become members of the family. Employees and family members speak highly of the residents, and know them E\ QDPH DQG HYHQ WKHLU DJH 2QH RI WKH oldest is Becky the grizzly bear, who was born in 1987 and is in her waning years. “She’s become kind of our grandma bear,â€? she said. “And Rocky the elk is 20 years old, which is old for an elk.â€? The DQLPDOV DOO SUHWW\ PXFK UHWLUH RU Ă€QLVK WKHLU OLYHV DW WKH FHQWHU ZLWK FDUH DQG DWtention many house pets would be jealous 2QH RI WKH ULWHV RI SDVVDJH IRU DOPRVW DQ\ ORFDO QHZ SDUHQW LV WR LQWURGXFH \RXU WRGGOHUV WR WKH RI RYHU WKH \HDUV ´-XVW VR \RX NQRZ ZH FULWWHUV DW )DZQ 'RH 5RVD DV -RVK LV GRLQJ KHUH WR KLV \HDU ROG GDXJKWHU QHYHU SURPRWH KDYLQJ D ZLOG DQLPDO DV D

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Webster/Siren Area After 5 Dinner Meeting set WEBSTER - The Webster/Siren After 5 ZLOO EH KDYLQJ D GLQQHU PHHWLQJ RQ 0RQGD\ -XQH DW S P LQ WKH IHOORZVKLS hall of Grace United Methodist Church in Webster. The theme is Who’s in Control. Emily Muus, Siren, will be singing. Connie Lounsbury from Monticello, Minn., will present a special feature from a writHU¡V SRLQW RI YLHZ WLWOHG ´<RX +DYH WR EH D Little Bit Crazyâ€? and will also be the special speaker. Accustomed to controlling most aspects of her life, Lounsbury disFRYHUHG WKDW WKLV FRQWURO ZDV DQ LOOXVLRQ

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OBITUARIES Marcia Java Anderson

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Luann Doris Ackerley

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Luann Doris Ackerley (Hunter), 54, of Frederic, passed DZD\ RQ -XQH Luann was born in Monroe, Wash., to Elmer and Earlene Hunter (Brown) on Aug. 22, 1958. She was married to Terry Otto earlier in her life, and had two children, 7UHYRU DQG 7UDFH\ /DWHU VKH PDUULHG Gary Ackerley and had two children, Dana and Benjamin. Gary and Luann were married for 28 blissful years. /XDQQ ZDV WKH PRVW ORYLQJ DQG caring person, who was always willing to help anyone at any time, and QHYHU ZDQWHG DQ\WKLQJ HOVH LQ UHWXUQ EXW ORYH 6KH JDYH KHUVHOI QRW RQO\ WR KHU KXVEDQG DQG FKLOGUHQ EXW WR RWKHUV 6KH VHOĂ HVVO\ WRRN FDUH RI KHU mother, Earlene, whom she adored and considered her EHVW IULHQG 6KH ZDV GHYRWHG WR *RG KHU IDPLO\ DQG KHU friends. /XDQQ ZDV LQYROYHG LQ KHU FRPPXQLW\ E\ FUHDWLQJ D FRDW GULYH WKDW KHOSHG NHHS KXQGUHGV RI FKLOGUHQ DQG DGXOWV ZDUP HDFK ZLQWHU 6KH ZDV LQYROYHG LQ KHU NLGV¡ sports, always cheering on the sidelines, or helping with fundraisers. Luann was also a successful businesswoman, who was proud of her work, was the best in the business, DQG ZDV NQRZQ DV D Ă€QLVKHU H[WUDRUGLQDLUH 6KH ORYHG QDWXUH EHLQJ RXWGRRUV DQG KDG WKH PRVW EHDXWLIXO Ă RZHU JDUGHQV 6KH ZDV D Ă€VKHUZRPDQ DQG RQ PRUH WKDQ RQH RFFDVLRQ RXWĂ€VKHG KHU KXVEDQG 6KH HQMR\HG VSHQGLQJ weekends at the lake house, going to garage sales with her mom and being with her family. /XDQQ EHJDQ WUDYHOLQJ ODWHU LQ KHU OLIH E\ JHWWLQJ RYHU KHU IHDU RI Ă \LQJ VR VKH FRXOG YLVLW KHU GDXJKWHUV LQ 7H[DV and California. One of her greatest memories was dipSLQJ KHU WRHV LQWR WKH 3DFLĂ€F 2FHDQ D GUHDP VKH KDG since childhood. She was the best “Grandma up the hillâ€? DQG ´*UDQGPRP Âľ /XDQQ ZLOO IRUHYHU VWD\ LQ WKH KHDUWV of those whom she touched. Her unending affection and ORYH QRW RQO\ PDGH KHU WKH EHDXWLIXO ZRPDQ VKH ZDV EXW DOVR VKDSHG DOO ZKR ZHUH EOHVVHG WR KDYH NQRZQ KHU 6KH LV VXUYLYHG E\ KHU KXVEDQG *DU\ FKLOGUHQ 7UHYRU (Heather) Otto, Tracey (Colby) Westerburg, Dana (Aaron) %DFNOLQ DQG %HQMDPLQ $FNHUOH\ Ă€YH JUDQGFKLOGUHQ 2OLYLD :HVWHUEXUJ &DPHURQ :HVWHUEXUJ *UDFH 2WWR ,VDLDK Otto and Earlene Otto; brothers and sisters, Carol Coen, Donna Lehman, Duane (Kay) Hochstetler, Larry Hochstetler, Michael Hunter, Elton Hunter and Lisa (Verlin) Hunter; and many more cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Earlene Hunter (Brown); and sisters, Karen Coen and Barbara Hackert. $ YLVLWDWLRQ ZLOO EH KHOG DW D P RQ 7KXUVGD\ -XQH ZLWK D VHUYLFH IROORZLQJ DW D P DW WKH 6LUHQ $VVHPEO\ of God Church, located at 23811 Hwy. 35, Siren, WI 54872. Online condolences may be left at rowefh.com or ZLFUHPDWLRQFHQWHU FRP 3OHDVH FRQWLQXH WR FKHFN WKHVH websites for updated information or call Bruce Rowe at 715-327-4475 or 715-825-5550. Rowe Funeral Home of Frederic and the Northwest :LVFRQVLQ &UHPDWLRQ &HQWHU LQ 0LOOWRZQ KDYH EHHQ HQtrusted with funeral arrangements.

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WITH SINCERE THANKS

The family of Earl Mckenzie would like to thank everyone who gave memorials, cards, flowers, plants, their prayers and attended the memorial service. Thanks to Pastor Mel Rau for the service, LeRoy Buck for singing and the organist, Cheryl Peper. Special thanks to grandson Stephen Mckenzie for reading the obituary and speaking on behalf of the grandchildren. Thanks to Rowe Funeral Home for handling the arrangements. To niece Beth Lemieux for preparing food and the women of the Milltown Lutheran Church for preparing and serving the noon meal.

God Bless everyone, Eleanor McKenzie, Dennis, Douglas, Earlene & Audrey

“Celebration of Life� on May 11, 2013, was a wonderful day of enjoying old and new friends who traveled from near and far.

I would like to extend a special Thank-You to the following for their assistance in making sure one of “Mom’s� last wishes was accomplished: Burl & Brooke Johnson, Hap’s Landing, Steve Curtis, Eldon & Bess Arneson, Fourwinds Market, Zia Louisa, Linda Sears of Cuts & Curls, Sweeneys, Buddah’s B & O, Connor’s, Dave & Denni Lunsman, Monte & Heather Olson, Vicki Rossow, Lupine Kennels, Dan (Scratch) & Shirley Holmes, Deno Oustigoff, Mel Towle, Scott & Pam Lamb, Houman’s Resort, Yellow River Pharmacy, Jennifer Churchill, Jewelry by Kat, Trista D., Karie Taylor, Kim Bassett & daughters, Thomas Skinaway, Troy Main, Carl & Susan Radke & all the ladies who helped with the cooking (Tammy, Kelly, Von, Deb, Suzy, Shelly & Eva), and last but not least Dennis Staples because your love & support has helped ease my sorrow more than you will ever know. Your kindness and each memory shared will never be forgotten

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

ALLIANCE

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

BIBLE FELLOWSHIP

BIBLE FELLOWSHIP

WORD OF LIFE CHURCH Meeting in homes. Elder: Cliff Bjork, 715-755-3048 Sun. Fellowship - 10 a.m.; Wed. 7 p.m. LUTHERAN

LUTHERAN

BALSAM LUTHERAN CHURCH 1115 Mains Crossing, 1/2 Mile South Hwy. 8 On 110th St.; Sun. Worship 9 a.m.; Sun. School 10:15 a.m. BEAUTIFUL SAVIOR LUTHERAN (WELS) Gene E. Jahnke, Pastor, 715-635-7672, Hm. 715-354-7787, Hwy. 70 at 53, Spooner Sun. Wor. - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. School & Bible Classes For All - 10:45 a.m. BETHANY LUTHERAN - BRANSTAD Pastor Jay Ticknor, 715-463-5746 3 miles So. of Grantsburg on Hwy. 87 Sun. Schl. - 9:30 a.m.; Worship - 11 a.m. BETHANY LUTHERAN - SIREN Hwy. 35, 1/2 blk. N. Main St. Pastor Paul Peterson, Cell # 715-566-3758 Pastoral Serv. 715-349-5280 Sun. Worship - 8:30 a.m,; Sun. School 9:45 a.m. BETHESDA LUTHERAN - DRESSER (LCMC) www.bethesdalutheran.ws Pastor Peter Rimmereid, 715-755-2562 1947 110th Ave., Dresser Sun. Contemporary Service 8:30 a.m.; 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 “G� 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. 9:00 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. JOHN’S EV. LUTHERAN (Wis. Synod) 350 Michigan Ave., Centuria Sunday Worship - 10:45 a.m.; Sunday School - 10 a.m. ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN - LCMC 1614 CTH B, North Luck, Pastor Rob Lubben Sunday Worship - 9 a.m. Contact Leslie Valentine, 715-646-2390; 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 June 2, 2013 - Sept. 15, 2013 Sunday Worship 9 a.m. Communion twice month.

FIRST LUTHERAN - CUSHING Pastor Elaine Silpala, 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 Elaine Silpala, 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 (June-Aug.) Sun. Wor. 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9 a.m. Mon. Wor. 6:30 p.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 8:45 & 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

METHODIST

ATLAS UNITED METHODIST Pastor Carolyn Saunders, 715-463-2624 Sunday School - 11 a.m.; Worship - 11 a.m.

CENTRAL UNITED METHODIST GRANTSBURG Pastor Carolyn Saunders, 715-463-2624 Worship - 9 a.m.; Sunday School - 10:30 a.m. DANBURY UNITED METHODIST 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 “Freddie� 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 children’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. Children’s Church & Nursery provided TRADE RIVER EVANGELICAL FREE Pastor Dale VanDeusen, 715-488-2296 or 715-488-2653 20296 Hwy. 87, Grantsburg Morning Wor. 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Schl. 10:45 a.m.; Nursery provided for all services BAPTIST

BAPTIST

EAST BALSAM BAPTIST - BALSAM LK. 1816 108th St., CTH I Pastor Gabe Brennan, 715-857-5411 eastbalsam.org Wor. Service - 9 a.m.; Sun. School-10:30 a.m. EUREKA BAPTIST 2393 210th Ave., St. Croix Falls Pastor Willis Christenson, 715-483-9464 Sun. School - 10 a.m.; Wor. Service - 11 a.m. FAITH FELLOWSHIP Hwy. 35 and CTH N., Luck Bill McEachern Pastor, 715-485-3973 Sun. Bible study - 9 a.m.; Sun. Wor. - 10 a.m. FIRST BAPTIST - AMERY 131 Broadway St., 715-268-2223; fbcamery.org; 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 “The Cure for the Common Church� 722 Seminole Ave., Osceola Pastor Dr. Kent Haralson; 715-294-4222 or 715-755-3454; info@gracechurchosceola.com Sun.: Praise & Worship Serv. 9 am., Adult Bible Study 10:45 a.m., Children’s Sun. School 10:45 a.m. 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

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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.

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NONDENOMINATIONAL

CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN CHURCH 2390 CTH A, 1/8 mi. east of A&H intersection Pastor Tryg Wistad, 715-635-9222 crossroadschurch@gmail.com Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. NEW LIFE COMMUNITY - AMERY Interim Pastor Craig Jorgenson Sunday Worship 10 a.m.; Children’s Church: K to 6th Grade NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY 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 CARE 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., June 20, 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.

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INTERDENOMINATIONAL

RIVER VALLEY CHRISTIAN 1289 160th St. (Hwy. 65), St. Croix Falls, 715-483-5378 Senior Pastors Paul and Sonja Hanson Sunday Adult Bible Class 9 a.m. Worship and Children’s Sunday Schl. 10 a.m. ST. PETER’S COMMUNITY CHURCH “Faith on Purpose� (Love God, Love People...period) faithonpurpose.org CTH F, Dresser, 715-553-1800, Pastor Rick VanGundy Sunday Worship 10 a.m.

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