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TURTLE LAKE - Cheap Trick will perform at the St. Croix Casino on Friday, Sept. 28, at 9 p.m. The band may be one of the most covered bands of all time. Since the ‘70s they’ve been blending elements of pop, punk and even metal in a way that is instantly catchy and recognizable.

With timeless classics such as “I Want You to Want Me,” “Surrender” and the late ‘80s lighterwaving favorite, “The Flame,” Cheap Trick is a bona fide musical institution. With more than 5,000 performances, 20 million records sold, 29 movie soundtracks, 40 gold and platinum recording awards and 35 years in the music business, the band has carved out a lasting musical legacy. And they’re still attracting legions of new fans.

Tickets for the Sept. 28 show are on sale through casino marketing at 800-846-8946. Plus all concert attendees can turn in their ticket stub after the show for $5 in Turtle Bucks slot play. Tickets are limited. - from St. Croix Casino

Indianhead Credit Union Grantsburg Branch Manager Jackie Finch presented Velva Bauer with a bouquet in appreciation for her loyal and long membership at the credit union’s annual member appreciation lunch on Tuesday, Sept. 11. At 95, Bauer holds the distinction as Indianhead Credit Union’s oldest (by age) member. Five other accounts were opened before Bauer, making her the sixth oldest account holder. Bauer’s husband, the late Ernest Bauer, served as president of the financial institution for many years. - Photo by Priscilla Bauer

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Ban/from page 1 fall. So, things are starting to get a little crispy in the woods.”

Then add low humidity, a gusty wind out of the south, and National Weather Service Meteorologist Greg Frosig says you have the recipe for unusually tinderdry conditions.

“The only reason that it’s really this unusual is that it’s been so dry. It looks like northern Wisconsin and northeastern and eastern Minnesota have only picked up a quarter of an inch of rain over the last three weeks.”

Department of Natural Resources Forestry Team Leader Bob Hartshorn says they have just begun a fire ban with the exception of campfires in Douglas, Burnett and Washburn counties. He is not crazy about campfires either, especially in the blowdown areas from last summer’s 100-mph storm.

More than 250,000 trees blew down in a storm on July 1 last year in far northern Wisconsin and eastern Minnesota.

Hartshorn says, “We’ve got to be realistic. There are still areas that aren’t salvaged and probably never will be salvaged. So when we get into these very long periods of dry weather, those bigger diameter logs, sticks and everything that are in those blowdown areas, it just makes it more difficult and raises potential for a serious fire.”

Meanwhile, Frosig says the 30day forecast is for warmer and possibly drier conditions.

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SCF bank robbery may be connected to Minnesota robbery

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer ST. CROIX FALLS – Police apprehended the woman believed to have robbed the Eagle Valley Bank in downtown St. Croix Falls last Friday morning, Sept.

7, just moments after the incident occurred.

According to Polk County Sheriff Peter Johnson, the incident occurred at around 11:25 a.m. on Friday, when a woman wearing a yellow safety vest, baseball cap and sunglasses entered the bank Tanya Anderson and displayed a note to the teller demanding cash and suggesting that she had a weapon.

The teller complied and the woman left the bank with an undisclosed amount of cash. Employees called 911 immediately and also noted the car she was driving, which was heading south down Washington Street, toward Hwy. 8.

A sergeant with the St. Croix Falls Police Department immedi-

A surveillance camera caught this image of a robbery in progress at a Princeton, Minn., bank in early August. - Special photo ately headed to the scene and spotted the vehicle just as it was about to head into Minnesota on Hwy. 8. The officer stopped the car and found the woman the teller had described.

Upon exiting the vehicle, the woman reportedly had cash spilling from her front pockets and asked the officer how he knew it was her. He also found the described hat and vest in the vehicle.

The suspect was named as Tanya Kay Anderson, 39, Stanchfield, Minn. Police did not recover a weapon in the stop. “(The suspect was caught) with the help of the bank employees,” stated St. Croix Falls Police Chief Jack Rydeen. “Fortunately, nobody was hurt.”

According to Johnson, his agency is handling the investigation, and he would neither confirm nor deny any connection to

a previous bank robbery at the Eagle Valley Bank last March, which was also carried out by a female with blond hair.

“If we can somehow tie it (this robbery) to the the previous robbery, then the FBI would become involved,” Johnson said. “Since this case is already solved, we are handling it.”

However, Johnson did confirm that the suspect is possibly being connected to another bank robbery with very similar circumstances. That incident occurred at the Bremer Bank in Princeton, Minn., on the morning of Aug. 3, when a woman meeting the nearly exact clothing description - reflective safety vest, baseball cap and the like - robbed that bank and is believed to have fled on a bicycle.

“Yes, there may be similarities,” Johnson said with a nod.

Those connections were also confirmed by Rydeen, who was speaking to the city council on Monday, Sept. 10.

“We’re hoping other cases are solved because of this,” Rydeen said. “The FBI is looking into it.”

Anderson has yet to be officially charged for the St. Croix Falls armed robbery and is being held in the Polk County Jail.

Hearing for dismissed jailer/dispatchers Sept. 27 Two other deputies facing termination seek arbitration; other deputies disciplined BURNETT COUNTY An investigation into “inappropriate conduct” by Burnett County Sheriff’s deputies, stemming from an allegation of a department member’s involvement in two domestic

No decision yet on charges in Danbury case BURNETT COUNTY - Officials in Burnett County are waiting for one last investigative interview from the state Department of Criminal Investigation before deciding whether any charges should be brought against the parents of 3-year-old Reena Williams, who drowned in a canal near her home Aug. 14.

An autopsy ruled that it was an accidental drowning.

Reena’s mother, Jenna Danish, said it was normal for her daughter to play outside but that she would never wander off, however, authorities said neighbors found the girl wandering near her home prior to her disappearance.

Danish said she realized her daughter was missing after calling for her, and the dog she had been playing with all day came up from the river, but Reena was nowhere to be found. The family lives in a home located on a peninsula in the Yellow River.

Reena’s father is Thomas Williams Jr. Burnett County Sheriff Dean Roland said Tuesday, Sept. 11, that his department expected the DCI report last week.

“In the meantime, we are putting all of the information together in one neat file, so that it will be easier to read by the DA. I have met with the DA, and after he reviews the case, he will make any charging decisions he deems appropriate.” - Gary King

abuse incidents in 2011 and subsequent actions by other department members, has thus far resulted in two fired jailer/ dispatchers and pending termination of two road deputies.

Other deputies involved in the matter have been issued discipline. One other member of the department may face action, pending results from interviews conducted by the state Department of Criminal Investigation.

A hearing for two jailer/ dispatchers dismissed earlier this summer will be heard by an independent hearing officer on Thursday, Sept. 27.

Two other deputies, mean-

while, have been placed on administrative leave with pay pending a hearing for termination and have filed a grievance.

Travis Thiex and Thad Osborne are seeking arbitration in the matter. The county’s public safety committee Aug. 22 approved Sheriff Roland’s recommendation to proceed with the termination process against the two deputies.

Roland said in a June 26 statement that he could not get specific as to the charges against the department members until the investigations - internal and state - were completed.

“However, I will say that I will

not tolerate this type of behavior from anyone in my agency,” he said. “Their actions were a blatant, clear-cut violation of department policy.”

The violations Roland refers to came to light in April of this year, and Roland felt the allegations were significant enough to merit an investigation by Burnett County District Attorney William Norine. Norine’s investigation triggered a request to the Wisconsin Department of Justice - Division of Criminal Investigation, for a formal criminal investigation. - Gary King

Bus struck on first day of school Unity students suffer minor injuries

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer CENTURIA – A driver ran into a stopped school bus that was bringing nearly two dozen Unity School District students home from their first day of school last week, and charges may follow against that driver.

According to Centuria Police Chief John DuBois, the incident occurred at about 4:10 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 4, in Centuria, just as the bus had stopped to drop off children near the intersection of Hwy. 35 and CTH I, near the car wash in Centuria. It was the first day of the new school year.

According to DuBois, the bus was westbound but stopped, with its warning lights on and stop-sign arm extended when a driver rear-ended the stopped bus.

They are still trying to determine how many of the children on the bus may have been injured, but it does appear any injuries were minor.

“It is still an open investigation,” DuBois said. “But it looks to be inattentive driving. The car went under the [rear end of] bus.”

The impact drove the car deep under the bus frame, wedging it to a stop. According to Polk County Sheriff Peter Johnson, it appeared that the impact may This is the vehicle that crashed have thrown some of the chilinto a stopped Unity school bus. dren on the bus into the seats in The car was being driven by Hank front of them, causing a few Shires of Grantsburg. – Photo sub- minor injuries. School buses generally are not equipped with mitted safety belts.

“They’re still trying to deterThe driver of the car that struck the bus was identified as mine the extent of any possible Hank R. Shires, 24, Grantsburg. injuries,” Johnson said, “but it Shires had a small child in the car appears that none of them were at the time, and the child was re- serious.” strained in a car seat and was not injured.

Fire claims Burnett County home A fire destroyed the house of Richy Lawrence in the Town of Dewey, on Wednesday, Sept. 5. The Shell Lake Fire Department was called for mutual aid to the St. Croix Hertel Fire Department. The fire began in the basement where the owner was soldering some pipes earlier.

No one was at home at the time of the fire.

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Cuts expected for Polk Highway Department Decision called for on building future

by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – The Polk County Highway Department may lose one position and one truck replacement in the 2013 budget and have building repair funds cut, the highway committee learned at its monthly meeting Thursday, Sept. 6.

The committee looked at the latest version of its strategic plan and talked about the need to come to a conclusion on the future of the highway building. And the committee inspected the department’s new sign truck.

Highway Commissioner Steve Warndahl told the committee that one vacant position will not be filled under the 2013 budget, a cut he called “painful,” and one truck replacement will be delayed. In addition, some building maintenance funds were cut in the submitted balanced budget. The 2013 Polk County budget proposed by County Administrator Dana Frey will be presented to the county board on Sept. 18.

And while funds for maintaining the highway building may be cut, more problems with the structure, built in the late 1930s, are being discovered. Warndahl said that they just learned that two of the buildings have badly leaking roofs that might cost an estimated $50,000 to $60,000 to repair.

“We are at a turning point on the building,” Warndahl said. “When are we going to make a decision (on what to do with the building). How long, how much money will we spend on the building. We need to get the study done and make the deci-

state highway funds also cut and county funds limited, the highway department is looking at aging roads and increasing material and fuel costs with less dollars available.

Warndahl said the employees all work together, but there are no spare bodies for backup to cover workers out on vacations and sick leave. He said this can hurt when a storm hits.

“We can’t do more with less anymore,” Warndahl said. “That has been done.”

The Polk County Highway Department has a new sign truck. Todd Olson shows the Polk County Highway Committee Thursday, Sept. 6, how one person can operate the boom and auger. - Photo by Gregg Westigard sion.”

The building, described as “deteriorating, aging, outdated” in the current version of the department’s draft strategic plan, is listed first under external threats affecting the department negatively. The committee has not yet adopted a final strategic plan for the department.

Warndahl said the decision on what to do with the facility, remodel or replace, will be a joint action of the property and

highway committees. He said the conversations should be restated now, adding that a decision must come sooner or later.

Decreased transportation funding was identified as the most important issue facing the department. Federal highway funding peaked in fiscal years 2010 and 2011, according to information Warndahl distributed, and the funds Congress approved for the fiscal years through FY 2014 are all below that prior peak. With

Signs and safe roads Drivers expect safe roads, and part of that safety is based on road signs, including signs that tell us and other drivers when to stop, for instance. We know where the stop signs are and when other traffic will stop. Keeping stop signs and other safety signs in place is a constant duty of the department.

The committee looked at the highway department’s new sign truck, equipped to go out in any weather and keep roads safely marked. The truck, with power augers to set posts and a power hoist to raise signs, is operated by one person.

Todd Olson, who has operated the sign trucks for over five years, told the committee that there are over 10,000 signs on the county and state roads the department maintains. All the sign locations are recorded, with GPS coordinates, in an onboard computer. Olson must replace the signs after road reconstruction and replace old and worn signs. In addition, signs, especially stop signs, must be replaced immediately after storm damage or accidents. The signs drivers expect to be in place must be there.

Making the grade New state report card means changes in how schools are evaluated

by Priscilla Bauer Leader staff writer GRANTSBURG – Grantsburg School Board members listened intently as district Superintendent Burgin explained the large packet of information detailing the new formula schools would be using to evaluate themselves. Board members reviewed the information during their Monday, Sept. 10 meeting.

Burgin told the board starting this October, the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction will issue a school report card for Grantsburg Schools and for every public school in Wisconsin.

The school report card is a result of the federal waiver to the No Child Left Behind laws the DPI filed and applies to all school districts in Wisconsin.

“The school report card, using multiple measures of student learning, will provide valuable guidance on how our school is doing and where it can improve,” explained Burgin. “The new report cards will help all Wisconsin public schools get a better picture of how well they help children learn, advance to the next grade, and graduate ready for college and career.”

“Each public school will earn a score, called an accountability index score, from 0 to 100,” said Burgin, detailing how the school report card will work.

Scores will be included on the report card with the accountability index score a school receives based on performance in four priority areas: • Student achievement in reading and mathematics on state assessments.

• Student growth, measured by year-toyear improvements in achievement.

• Closing gaps in performance between specific student groups (comparing English language learners, low-income students, students with disabilities and members of racial or ethnic groups with their peers).

• On-track to graduation/postsecondary readiness, using reliable predictors of high school graduation and postsecondary success.

“Based on our school’s score, we will be placed into one of five categories, from Significantly Exceeds Expectations to Fails

iForward Principal Billy Beesley said Grantsburg’s new online charter school was also off to a good start with an enrollment of almost 400 students. – Photo by Priscilla Bauer to Meet Expectations,” added Burgin.

Burgin said it was important to note the 0 to 100 accountability index score is not a “percent correct” measurement, similar to a score a student might earn on a test in school. Instead, in combination with other school data, the accountability index score will help school staff determine what areas they are doing well in and what areas need improvement.

“The goal is to help every student in our school succeed, graduate and be ready to pursue further education and a career,” said Burgin.

“We’re here to make our kids the best,” said elementary Principal Katie Coppenbarger, agreeing with Burgin. “The test hasn’t changed, the label on the score has changed.”

The new statewide accountability system will also include methods to spread effective practices of high-performing schools and support to help struggling schools improve.

School report cards will come out every year, and student results on state tests will continue to be reported. Eventually, the system may include private schools receiving publicly funded vouchers as well.

The Department of Public Instruction will produce two versions of each school report card, the basic school report card and a lengthier technical report card with very detailed information.

DPI is releasing sample school account-

ability report cards reflecting the work of the School and District Accountability Design Team, as well as the recently approved Elementary and Secondary Education Act federal waiver.

Each year schools will receive a report card that serves as their state accountability report.

“It’s going to be quite a shift,” said Burgin, when asked by board members whether the new system would be better or worse.

“It will be worse,” said Burgin. “Wisconsin’s previous benchmarks are much higher than the National Assessment of Educational Progress benchmarks. Many of our students that were proficient and advanced on the Wisconsin benchmarks will no longer be so on the federal benchmark.”

Wisconsin has had the top achievement scores in the nation. “When NCLB went into effect, DPI felt our schools already did a good job and set the Wisconsin benchmarks accordingly,” noted Burgin. “When they requested a waiver, they could not get one until they complied with the NAEP benchmarks which are much different.”

“Our teachers will continue to deliver excellent instruction and help each child to be successful and to meet their yearly growth targets,” said Burgin of how the district plans to approach the new system.

In other board business: During the Good News in Our Schools reports from the district’s principals Coppenbarger reported on the high Little Pirate enrollment this year at Nelson Primary.

“Nelson is a very busy place during the day,” commented Coppenbarger.

Coppenbarger said current Little Pirate enrollment is 74, which is a record for the prekindergarten program.

“This is about 20 more students than we had anticipated at the end of last year,” said Coppenbarger.

In the past, they have had three sections of Little Pirates, but because of the increased numbers, Coppenbarger said this year there are four sections.

“The decision to increase the number of sections was approved by the school board on Monday night, Aug. 27. Wednesday morning, Nelson teachers, aides and our custodians all pitched in to turn the space that had been used as supplies and art space into an early childhood classroom space, complete with bulletin boards, gathering space, and library,” Coppenbarger told the board.

“All the teachers at Nelson contributed supplies and furniture, and the classroom was ready for open house at 4:30 p.m. It was our very own Extreme Makeover School Edition!”

“The beginning of the school year started out great,” middle school Principal Brad Jones told the board.

Jones said Pirate football coach Hale had received a $500 grant from Polk-Burnett and another worth $1,500 in new Riddell shoulder pads from USA Football to help buy equipment.

“We have 43 boys in seventh- and eighth-grade football and want to make sure we’re putting kids in good pads,” said Jones, who also acknowledged local support the team received from this summer’s golf tournament and season kickoff tailgate party. iForward Principal Billy Beesley said Grantsburg’s new online charter school was also off to a good start with an enrollment of almost 400 students.

“It’s right on target with our projections,” Burgin commented as to whether the school’s rollout met with the district’s expectations.

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Final section of Burnett Dairy Cheese Store completed

Whole at last

by Priscilla Bauer Leader staff writer ALPHA – Visitors stopping in at Burnett Dairy Cheese Store in Alpha were pleasantly surprised to find the construction walls, which have greeted customers for several months while remodeling of the old store area was under way, gone, revealing one whole and completed store.

Cheese store clerk Jean Lee assisted wine lead Kris Henning entering items at one of the new checkout stations. Cheese store employees are using the new system to check out customers purchases.

Tim and Pat Adair of Big Lake, Minn., stopped at Burnett Dairy Cheese Store enr oute to their cabin near Webster. The couple looked over the new and larger ice-cream counter area while enjoying a cool dairy treat. – Photos by Priscilla Bauer

Burnett Dairy Cheese Store employee Linda Perry looked as if she’d mastered the new checkout stations.

A larger ice-cream counter area, state ofthe-art checkout counters, a wine and cheese tasting station and rest rooms now occupy the front area where the old store was once located.

Customers can choose to purchase icecream treats directly at the ice-cream counter or order and pay for ice cream at the checkout stations, then pick up their treats later.

With the completion of this last section, customers can now make purchases and enjoy the dairy’s famous ice-cream treats in the spacious new area.

There are still some additions coming before the store is totally finished.

Tables and chairs in the dine-in area will be arriving soon as will the wine inventory.

Burnett Dairy Market and Retail Man-

Cheese store wine lead Kris Henning stood in the store’s new wine area where she will assist customers with wine and cheese pairings.

The store plans to have wine tasting events, and of course, cheese samples will continue to be available to customers daily.

Gene and Sally Carlson from Rush City, Minn., showed off their weighty and tasty purchase, a pound of fried cheese curds. “They’re better than Minnesota State Fair cheese curds,” said Gene, popping another in his mouth.

ager Tasha Burlini-Olson said many items and photos highlighting the dairy’s history are yet to be added to the store’s

décor.

And while customers could order and then enjoy fried cheese curds, the rollout

of specialty Pannini sandwiches made with the dairy’s many varieties of cheese will happen later this month.

Latest Polk Drug Court graduation Three more choose freedom

by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – Three more people have graduated from the Polk County Drug Court. Bryan, David and Lucas made the choice of sobriety and put in the hard work to control their addictions.

They are the latest Polk County residents who are now living on the outside, earning a living, and enjoying family and friends. All three might have been behind bars now. The graduation/celebration at the justice center Friday, Sept. 7, was a gathering of family, friends, supporters and drug court team members.

These are some of the things the three said.

“I looked at myself as a failure. Thanks to the team for helping me get my life back on track. I have learned new skills. I

am a better father.”

“I moved from the point of jail to the point of being trusted.”

“Chemical dependency was wrecking my life. I was losing everything important to me. I now take the golden rule seriously.”

“I didn’t want my daughter to have my life.”

“I want to live a sober life and be a normal person in society.”

This is a composite of things said about the three. “You became the person you wanted to be.” “He is a walking testimony to success.” “We were friends since we were kids. We would never have bet a nickel on each other making it.” “Nothing can stand in front of you in the future.”

These are some details. Days of sobriety: 748,988,875; 416 hours of community service equals a value of $3,000. All employed full time. All obtained their GEDs while in the program.

“We all share our humanity,” Judge Molly GaleWyrick said at the graduation.

“We are all of equal value. These are individuals I value. These are shining examples of the thought ‘if you imagine it, you can achieve it.’”

The three new graduates are a varied lot, a cross section of age and appearance and probably of background. What they have in common is a history of substance abuse and arrests that was heading them for prison. For them the drug court was a last chance to work on getting a life under control.

The drug court is not easy. It is a demanding program of counseling, treatment, group sessions, community work, drug testing, self analysis and planning.

The drug court team comes from the courts, probation, the jail, the district attorney’s office and human service. The team meets with the people in the program every Friday morning as a base. In

addition, there are individual sessions, regular and random testing. Lots of mentoring. Recovery must unfold one day at a time, GaleWyrick said, it can’t be accelerated.

“When their expectations become higher than out expectations, we get out of their way,” counselor Gary Ehrich said.

“We see them change their values. Then they take off the reins and take off.”

The Polk County Drug Court held its first session March 28, 2008. GaleWyrick said the program addresses the full person, their health, education, finances, personal lives, their attitudes and their addictions, with the goal of productive lives for each of them.

“The program is about the importance of giving back,” Galewyrick said. “It is about transformation. These people are now assets to our community, not liabilities.”

New monitoring system, forfeiture funds Changes may affect jail time

by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – A new system of monitoring alcohol abuse may result in better testing results and less time in jail for some abusers, lowering detention costs in the process. And a large forfeiture may be directed to the drug court program, generating an equally large founda-

tion grant for the program. District Attorney Dan Steffen presented details on the topics at the monthly meeting of the Polk County Public Protection and Judicial Committee Tuesday, Sept. 4.

Secure Continuous Remote Alcohol Monitor is an ankle bracelet that might keep drunk drivers off the road without locking them up. The bracelets constantly monitor the wearer and identify any consumption of alcohol. The unit also tracks

the wearer’s location at all times and can be used to monitor house arrest. Steffen says the 24/7 monitoring, at a cost of $1,500 per unit, is less than the cost of jailing a person. He said that almost all convicted people in Washburn County are monitored. It is possible that a convicted OWI felon might be required to pay for the SCRAM unit as an option for avoiding time in jail. The county is looking at the program.

A $35,000 forfeited bond may be directed to the drug court program, Steffen told the committee. If the allocation is approved in the 2013 budget, the money could be used to secure a matching grant from the Bremer Foundation. The money might be used for covering some of the drug court expenses that were initially covered by grants.

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Siren board declines offer to buy land

by Sherill Summer Leader staff writer SIREN - Real estate agent Boomer Engstrom attended the Siren Village Board meeting held Thursday, Sept. 6. There are two properties for sale to the west of town, and Engstrom wondered if the village was interested in purchasing the properties.

The land parcels are both fairly large, together they are upward of 40 acres, although some of the land is not buildable.

Because they are roughly across Hwy. 70 from the current industrial park, Engstrom suggested some of the land could be used as a second industrial park, with the land closest to the road being commercial land. A frontage road could be built to

give easy access to the business.

Engstrom pointed to Hwys. 35/70 north of Siren as an example of what not to do, since the frontage road on both sides of the highway is intermittent. “If you don’t do it right, it is almost impossible to fix.”

There were a few hitches to the overall plan. Currently, neither of the properties are within the village limits. The first problem was that between the two parcels of land for sale is another four-acre parcel owned by the Kopecky family. And only one of the parcels, owned by Les Jenneman, is adjacent to the village limits. To annex the property owned by Kevin Ackland, the Kopecky property would also need to be annexed. Siren Village Board member Phyllis Kopecky said the Kopecky family is not interested in plac-

ing this property in the village limits.

Kopecky was not very interested in the frontage road along the property either, making for another problem.

Board member Peggy Moore first brought up an even bigger problem. The asking price for the two parcels is $525,000, and Moore pointed out the village doesn’t have the money to purchase the properties.

Board member Rudy Mothes also added that if the village purchased the properties, it would be up to the village to put in the frontage road if one was built.

The fact that the current industrial park is not full was also brought up.

For all these reasons, the board decided not to pursue the idea. Mothes did comment that he liked the idea and wished the

door could be kept open. Kopecky felt that any such plan should have private investors.

Other agenda items The DNR requires all villages to maintain a cross connection control program.

One such program was approved by the board.

Associated Appraisals was contracted for assessment services through 2018. The village will be revaluated by the end of 2014 to meet new digital guidelines mandated by the state. The revaluation will cost $29,000 and will be paid over three years.

Budget decreased, but levy may be rising at Unity Administrator explains new state report card for schools

by Mary Stirrat Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE — Unity School’s finance committee will be meeting Tuesday, Sept. 25, to look at ways to minimize a tax increase for the 2012-13 school year, as the school faces decreasing state and federal revenue.

The school board held its regular monthly meeting Tuesday, Sept. 11, and the 2012-13 preliminary budget was on the agenda for discussion. Several key factors, such as the value of property in the district and the final student count, are still out, so numbers will be changing before a final budget is developed.

The preliminary budget, however, is balanced, said district Administrator Brandon Robinson, and it is $440,000 less than last year. This decrease is primarily in the instruction category of the budget, which consists of undifferentiated, regular, physical and vocational curriculum, and cocurricular activities.

Despite the decrease in expenditures, the district is still looking at a tax increase unless another option is found.

State aid is decreasing $262,000, or 15 percent, from $1.73 million last year to $1.47 million for 2012-13. This is the seventh year in a row that state aid has been cut, said Robinson. Since the 2006-07 school year, state aid has decreased $2.285 million, from $3.754 million to $1.47 million, which equates to a 60-percent reduction.

The district is also taking $315,000 hit in federal revenue. Much of this was in the form of a nonrenewable allocation from the Education Jobs Fund, which was federal stimulus money used last year to compensate teacher staff.

To offset the decline in aid, the preliminary budget includes a $127,000 increase in property tax revenue.

“When you have a decrease in state aid,” said Robinson, “you have a corresponding increase in property taxes.”

Board President Debbie Peterson said she would like to look at other options, like using some of the fund balance in place of increasing taxes. Peterson said she felt these options should be presented to the public at the annual meeting of the school district, set for Oct. 22.

“I think the finance committee should have some scenarios, like last year,” she said.

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The finance committee will explore other options at its Sept. 25 meeting and discuss them with the board at the October meeting.

School report cards Next month, reported Robinson, all school districts in Wisconsin will receive a school report card from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. These report cards, “using multiple measures of student learning, will provide valuable guidance on how our school is doing and where it can improve,” he said.

The report cards are one component of a new statewide accountability system for schools. Each school will earn an accountability index score from 0 to 100, which will be included on the report card.

The score will not be based on the percentage of correct answers, but on performance in four areas. These areas are student achievement in reading and mathematics, student growth as measured by year-to-year improvements in achievement, closing gaps in performance between specific student groups, and being on-track to graduation and postsecondary readiness.

Each school will be placed in one of five categories, based on the accountability score. These categories range from “significantly exceeds expectations” to “fails to meet expectations.”

“The new statewide accountability system will also include methods to replicate effective practices of high-performing schools,” said Robinson in his report, “and to help struggling schools improve.”

Homecoming, Halloween Homecoming week is Sept. 17-22, starting off with a pep rally Monday morning.

There will be daily dress-up themes and homecoming activities for students, including the homecoming parade on Friday, Sept. 21, in Milltown starting at 11 a.m. Students will be released from school at 1 p.m. that day.

The Unity community picnic, the homecoming game against Frederic and the homecoming dance will be held Saturday.

The day begins with a wellness walk at

9:45 a.m. and a punt, pass and kick contest from 10:30 to noon.

The game begins at 1 p.m. with the dance at 8 p.m.

This year, said Robinson, the district will be partnering with the Polk County Museum for its Halloween event.

The museum will host trick-or-treating from 4 to 6 p.m.. Unity School will host a light supper from 6 to 7 p.m. followed by a Super-Duper Professional Magic Show.

Calls will be made at the end of the evening to give away prizes.

Other business • The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction has selected Unity to pilot its Educator Effectiveness System, a program to support educator practices that lead to improved student learning. Unity will participate in the Teacher Practice component of the pilot program, said Robinson, which consists of teacher evaluation. Elementary Principal Zach Fugate will lead a team of five individuals who will attend training in Madison in October.

• The board accepted two grants awarded to the school districts for the 2012-13 school year. The $22,600 Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program grant, through the 2008 Farm Bill, will provide fresh fruits and vegetables for elementary students, made available as snacks outside the breakfast and lunch programs. A $12,500 grant from the American Indian Language Revitalization Grant will allow the district to continue opportunities for learning the Ojibwa language. This is the third year the school has received this grant.

• The board approved the hiring of Kyle Hammers as high school and middle school choral music teacher, Nicholas Mueller and Robert Hoglund as secondshift custodians and sub bus drivers, and Jennifer Johnston as school nurse. The resignation of bus driver Jerry Wood was accepted.

Polk County Tourism Council meets at the Frederic Soo Line

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Luck farm to host Soupstock IV harvest festival, nationally reconized speaker

Tourism council members and guests attending the meeting are shown clockwise from the left: Al Hanley, 5 Star Marketing; Doug Johnson, Amery; Danielle Maxwell-Parker, Turtle Lake; Roxanne White, Frederic; George Stroebel, Amery; William Johnson, Frederic; Turner Reaney, Turtle Lake; and Sue Mathews, St. Croix Falls. - Photo submitted ganization, that will bring travel and destination information to a dozen or more major Midwest shows in 2013.

The Wisconsin Department of Tourism just announced that through a partnership with area chambers of commerce, visitor centers have opened in the rest stops on both sides of I-94 near Menomonie. Polk County guidebooks are on the racks at those locations. These information centers replace the one that was closed near Hudson several years ago.

Visitors spent just under $70 million in Polk County in 2011, and through the promotion efforts of the Polk County Information Center, that number is expected to increase in 2012. The sales tax collected is used to directly offset property taxes, and research shows that money spent on promotion and marketing is returned many times over to the county.

For more information: polkcountytourism.com, 800-222-POLK For information on how to advertise your Polk County business in the 2013 visitors guidebook: info@5starmandd. com For information and advertising opportunities in the MoTIC trailer: yelriadv@frontier.net - submitted

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FREDERIC—The Polk County Tourism Council held its September meeting at Frederic’s 1901 Soo Line Depot.

The council, with members from all corners of Polk County, was finalizing several of the marketing projects for Polk County in 2013.

The 2013 Polk County Guidebook will have a new feature. Fifteen thousand print copies will be distributed through the traditional outlets such as counter requests, contact requests, visitor centers, event distribution, plus sports and travel show booth space. For the first time, 100,000 rack cards will be distributed around the Midwest with information leading to the Polk County Information Center Web site and the Polk County visitor’s guidebook that will be available to page through as an e-zine on computers and mobile devices.

The visitors guidebook is the premier advertising publication used to promote Polk County, and 5 Star Marketing and Distribution will be producing the guidebook for the third year.

Polk County will also have information on the new Mobile Tourist Information Center, a first-of-its-kind project headed by the regional Destination Marketing Or-

RURAL LUCK - On Sunday, Sept. 30, Anathoth Community Farm in rural Luck will host Soupstock IV, an annual harvest festival put on by the Northwest Wisconsin Regional Food Network. Soupstock IV will celebrate organic and sustainable food and farming with a variety of activities from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

This year’s event will feature keynote speaker Mark Kastel, co-founder and senior farm policy analyst of the Cornucopia Institute, at 1 p.m.

Kastel’s keynote presentation, “Restoring Integrity in Our Food Systems,” will focus on building resilient, communitybased food systems that strengthen regional economies and benefit our health.

Kastel, a national expert on food choices and their impact on our health, will share his organization’s experience in working to preserve the integrity of local and organic foods on the national policy level.

The Cornucopia Institute’s mission is to promote economic justice for family scale farming. The institute has a strong membership base throughout the country and is based in Cornucopia.

Kastel is frequently quoted in the pages of the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post and also appears often on Wisconsin and national public radio.

In addition to the keynote talk, which will include a town-hall-style community conversation, Soupstock IV will feature other speakers and workshops on sustainable agriculture. Workshop topics will include local food and public health, permaculture, native pollinators and sustainable living systems.

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Bankable citizens

• Joe Heller •

riday’s downtown, midday bank robbery at St. Croix Falls was another examF ple of citizen involvement in solving crime. Bank employees were quick to call 911, and offered authorities a description of the getaway vehicle. A quick re-

sponse by St. Croix Falls Police led to the apprehension minutes before the suspect exited the city via Hwy. 8.

The suspect turned out to be a “Bonnie” minus a “Clyde.”

Thankfully, no one was hurt.

It appears there have been more rural bank robberies in recent years - from the north woods of Webb Lake to the small community of Cushing - but that may be due to an attitude that such crimes are bound to happen during high unemployment and tough economic times. It’s sobering to think of how desperate someone has to be to put their life on the line - literally and figuratively - to even attempt a bank heist.

Statistics show that even though there were more than 5,000 bank robberies in the United States last year, that number is declining.

The decrease might be attributed to better security and technology - and on the reactive side it doesn’t hurt to have good law enforcement and quick-thinking bank employees and bystanders. The Internet, including social media, doesn’t hurt, either, in getting bank photos out in front of more eyes in the wake of a holdup.

Here’s a few bankable tidbits. Most bank robberies, according to FBI statistics, occur on Friday between 9 and 11 a.m. Last Friday’s robbery in St. Croix Falls was a classic example, occurring somewhat later, however, at 11:25. According to one FBI agent, that statistic may have come about due to the long-held misconception that banks have more money on that day of the week because, historically, Fridays were known as paydays.

In a majority of bank robberies, a weapon is threatened but never displayed.

And, perhaps most importantly, a majority of bank robbers today will get caught.

So think twice, all you would-be bank robbers.

Kudos to local law enforcement - St. Croix Falls Police and Polk County Sheriff’s Department - and to the citizens they often rely on to solve crimes.

Wolf hunt

ur Web site (the-leader.net) is offering more, in some cases, than our printed OThisversion these days - and getting noticed by more readers. week’s Web exclusive is Bill Lueders’ latest Money and Politics column

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• Where to write • President Barack Obama 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. Washington, D.C. 20500 www.whitehouse.gov/contact/ Gov. Scott Walker Wisconsin State Capitol Madison, WI 53707 transition@wisconsin.gov Congressman Sean Duffy (7th District) 1208 Longworth House Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510 202-225-3365 U.S. Sen. Herb Kohl 330 Hart Senate Office Bldg.

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which focuses on Wisconsin’s controversial wolf hunt. He interviews a state representative, one who happens to have a master’s degree in wildlife biology, who tried to rein in what he felt were unwise provisions in the state’s wolf hunting bill which sailed through the state Legislature earlier this year.

Lueders’ column, provided by the Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism, is thoughtful and well-researched as usual, and addresses various aspects of the issue, including the lawsuit brought by a coalition of Wisconsin humane societies, prompting a judge to issue a temporary injunction against using dogs to hunt their canine ancestors. One argument said such hunting conditions could present potential confrontations that could be “devastating.”

There’s a hearing this Friday, Sept. 14, regarding the state’s motion to dismiss the lawsuit - and it’s not clear whether the judge will issue a ruling that day, or subsequently.

The wolf hunt issue is of interest to many local sportsmen and residents - and of particular interest to members of the St. Croix and other Ojibwe bands. The Great Lakes Indian Fish and Game Commission, which represents 11 tribes of the Ojibwe (also known as the Chippewa, or Anishinaabe) in Wisconsin, Minnesota and Michigan, cites the wolf as an ancestral brother to man ... and argues that efforts to reduce the wolf population goes against their cultural beliefs.

It’s a hot issue in northern Wisconsin right now - and one that legislators are trying to come to terms with.

Lueders’ column offers the legislative angle. It’s worth a read.

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• Letters to the editor • West Sweden residents, take notice This is to inform residents of West Sweden that the Luck ATV Club, along with a couple of local residents, have approached the town board asking to open up some or all of the paved roads in our town to ATV and UTV traffic. At the next West Sweden Town Board meeting, this coming Tuesday, Sept. 18, there is going to be an open forum to allow all residents to voice their opinion concerning this subject. Please attend this open forum, see the official notice for the time, to share your disapproval of this ordinance with our town officials.

The board will be voting on the matter during their meeting that evening following the forum.

While researching this subject, I found that ATV use on town roads is currently allowed for agricultural purposes, as it should be. However, our town roads don’t need more traffic on them with vehicles that aren’t required to have directionals, mirrors, working brake lights or any form of insurance. Who would be enforcing this

ordinance? Law enforcement won’t enforce town ordinances as they vary too much within the county. Any violations to the ordinance would likely pass by without consequence. If there is an accident on a town road and there’s no insurance to cover the rescue service, that cost can be passed on to the taxpayers. In our suehappy society, I can’t see that supporting this ordinance would be in our town’s best interest. As a lifelong resident of West Sweden, I hope you come to the meeting and voice your opinion to Simon, Glenn and Scott.

If you’d like to check for yourself, go to ATVsafety.gov, or from your browser type in TSR ATV Laws and look at OnRoad Operation of ATVs, or from your browser type in ATVs in Wisconsin.

Ken Ruhn Frederic

Paul Ryan’s fantasy I was in total amazement when I heard Paul Ryan speaking at the 2012 Republican National Convention about Obama

breaking his promise to save the General Motors plant and the UAW Local 95 workers jobs in Janesville. As a retiree who worked in this auto factory for 41 years, I can personally attest to the fact that Ryan is lying about Obama and ignoring his own pathetic record on the matter.

Candidate Obama did say he would work to save auto jobs like those at the Janesville plant, but he never promised to save the plant in Janesville. Every autoworker in Janesville knows this. Ryan is also well aware that the announcement and actual closing of the plant both occurred before Obama was sworn into office. The president alone cannot save any plant. Ryan knows this.

What Ryan failed to tell the American voters during his convention debut is that he has done nothing to save industrial jobs in his district. Since 2000, Ryan was silent as the three major industrial counties in his district have endured devastating manufacturing job losses; with Kenosha County losing 30 percent, Racine County 33 percent and Rock County (Janesville) an astonishing 54 percent.

Workers in his district watched as Ryan

did nothing while Delco in Oak Creek lost 3,800 jobs to Mexico, Chrysler in Kenosha sent another 850 jobs south of the border and General Motors in his hometown of Janesville eliminated 2,800 jobs directly with its pre-Christmas 2008 plant closing, while keeping a low-wage sister plant open in Silao, Mexico. The GM shutdown in Janesville wiped out another 3,000 jobs in local supplier plants.

During much of this time, I worked as the communications person in the Janesville plant. When dignitaries and political representatives visited, it was my job to cover the meetings and inform the employees in a daily newsletter. I cannot remember ever seeing Ryan make an official visit to the largest manufacturing plant in his district. Ryan did not return calls to the local union and made no effort to represent it. No elected official had more opportunity to save manufacturing jobs in southern Wisconsin than Ryan. The truth is, he never lifted a finger to help.

Richard Costerisan Siren

What is wrong with this picture? USPS picks winners and losers An editorial from the National Newspaper Association The newspaper business—both small and large papers—has sounded fullthroated opposition this past month about a plan by the U.S. Postal Service to purposely entice advertising out of the newspaper so ads can be placed instead with USPS favored stakeholder Valassis Inc., which bought direct-mail company ADVO in 2006.

The goal of USPS is to create more advertising mail. To newspapers that count on advertising to pay their reporters and cover the news, this new venture is beyond alarming. Many think it will push some newspapers—already made fragile by the economy and the Internet—over the edge. If that happens, it is the com-

munities across our country that will feel the most long-term harm.

People have a love-hate relationship with advertising, whether in the newspaper or in the mail. When advertising helps them find deals or shop smartly, they love it. When it doesn’t happen to scratch the shopping itch, they may not like it so much. But most people understand advertising drives the economy, and it brings other intangible benefits, like paying the bill for news coverage that keeps communities informed.

On every level, advertising is highly competitive. Locally, regionally and nationally, newspapers compete with a growing field of ad media, from Internet to television and door hangers to direct mailers.

But now the Postal Service wants to pick winners and losers in this market. It is providing postage rebates to Valassis of more than 30 percent if Valassis can divert more ad inserts into direct mail from newspapers.

Not everyone can play. The discounts can be offered by Valassis only to large national retailers. Newspapers cannot get the same discount for their own mail because they can’t sign one national postage contract, as the direct mail company did, with USPS. Neither can a small clothing or bookstore or a hairdresser or auto parts shop. We, the newspaper and our small businesses, are all local. This deal is only for the big guys.

For the little guys, USPS has another advertising plan that enables businesses

to bring unaddressed advertising directly to the post office.

What’s wrong with this picture? It is that USPS isn’t a business. It is owned by Uncle Sam. It exists to serve all. It shouldn’t be picking winners and losers in any marketplace. It shouldn’t be competing with and undercutting its stakeholders, which are all of us. It should deliver the mail that exists, promptly and affordably.

One of USPS’s big goals is to carry even more advertising, as the Internet saps away letters and bills.

But we have to ask ourselves, “Does America need a federally owned advertising service?” This newspaper says no.

McKenzie Trail “improvement” draws comments

by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer CLAM FALLS – McKenzie Trail is a Clam Falls town road running north of CTH W through the McKenzie Creek Wildlife Area and on to 315th Street, a distance of some two miles. The southern end of the road was a narrow, winding, “rustic” trail twisting along the west bank of the creek through old pines and oaks.

The road was gravel at best and single lane in places. The scenic nature of the road has changed in the past few weeks.

A long-planned improvement of the road by the Town of Clam Falls has started and the scenic look is gone, at least for the near future. The town government is having the road straightened, widened and leveled, with many trees cut in the process.

The change/improvement has caused some public outcry. Last Friday morning, Sept. 7, the town board held a special meeting at the construction site to discuss the project with Kevin Morgan, DNR wildlife biologist.

“It was a rustic road,” Morgan said to the town officials. “It’s an open space now.

People have feelings.” He said that the DNR has been getting questions wondering what is going on.

The town board members, Chair Gregory Anderson and Supervisors Brad Olson and Robert Carlson, said the town

is making a safer, more drivable, permanent road. They said the old route was too narrow and low visibility could lead to head-on accidents. They said that parts of the road were not much more than sand and not passable for some vehicles.

Morgan noted that the tree clearing has been done and the grading work is under way. He said it is time to neutralize the situation. Morgan said that some trees could probably have been trimmed, cutting off branches rather than cutting down trees.

He said the town should have involved the DNR in the project earlier.

The DNR is involved in two ways. The road right of way is through the DNR wildlife area and some of the funding for the project is DNR grant money awarded to the town for road improvements. The town apparently applied for the road money over a year ago.

Morgan said the town should finish the project up and make the road as good as possible. He noted that it is a town road and the town’s responsibility. Some issues between the town and the DNR, including the value of the removed trees, may be unresolved.

The town officials said the roadside will grow back and the public will have a better, more usable road.

At present, the road is closed and undrivable until the new base is completed.

The once-narrow, “rustic” McKenzie Trail is being widened and straightened.

Kevin Morgan, DNR, meets with the Clam Falls Town Board at the road construction site.

Town Chair Gregory Anderson is on the left, front. - Photos by Gregg Westigard

Looking south toward CTH W, the old road is on the left. The new route will be a straight road.

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Cat Town Rescue proposes spay and neuter program for Frederic

by Mary Stirrat Leader staff writer FREDERIC — There are an estimated 14,000 free-roaming cats in Polk County, the Frederic Village Board heard at its Monday, Sept. 10, meeting, and about 450 of those are in Frederic.

These statistics were shared by Tanya Borg of Cat Town Rescue, a volunteer nonprofit organization located north of Amery that serves Polk and St. Croix counties and that hopes to both protect and control the stray cat population.

Cat Town Rescue has a trap, neuter, return program, funded by donations and grants, that enables volunteers to catch free-living cats, spay or neuter them, then return them to where they were found. The cats are also given rabies and distemper shots, then ear-tipped, or notched, which is a universal symbol showing that the cat has been neutered.

Once released again, said Borg, the cats can continue to do their job of catching rodents without making more cats. Literature she distributed at the meeting cited studies showing that these cats also prevent other cats from moving into the area, a second method of cat population control.

Cats are the most popular pets in the United States, said Borg, and nearly 90 percent of all Feral and stray cats benefit pet cats are neutered. communities by taking care of It’s the farm, feral and unwanted rodents, said Tanya strays that can have Borg from Cat Town Rescue. three litters a year, each Borg is hoping to start a spay and with as many as five neuter program for farm, feral and stray cats in the village. surviving kittens.

Cat Town Rescue has received grants from both Alley Cat Allies and PetSmart which, along with donations, allow volunteers to carry out their work.

“People are ready and willing to help with this,” said Borg, “because they care about cats. We’d like to be able to offer this to (Frederic).”

“I think we’ve all noticed the number of cats Officer Brent Johnson was a running around, night member of the Frederic Police De- and day,” said village partment about four years ago and President William Johnson IV. “We do hear a is again on duty for the village. lot of comments.”

When Johnson asked what the organization would like to see from the village, Borg said they were looking for volunteers to help with the trapping and transporting of the cats.

“People truly do want to help,” she said. “And it’s the humane thing to do.”

Johnson suggested that Borg work with staff at the village office to write up a news release about the TNR program and asking for volunteers. Based on the response, Borg said she would be happy to lead training sessions and help link volunteers into the program.

Economic development Frederic is a contributor to the Polk County Economic Development Corporation, and Executive Director Steve Healy appeared at Monday’s meeting to provide the board with an update on the corporation’s structure and activities as outlined in its strategic plan.

The EDC is governed by a 12-member board that includes a variety of backgrounds and professions from

around the county. The 2012-14 strategic plan outlines the mission and core values of the agency, along with goals and plans of action to meet those goals.

Healy explained that he works with existing businesses to see how the EDC can serve them, as well as with businesses looking to locate in Wisconsin. Right now, he said, Wisconsin is positioned well to bring businesses into the state.

The EDC asks $1 per Steve Healy, executive director person, amounting to of the Polk County Economic Deabout $1,200 to $1,300 velopment Corporation, gave the annually for Frederic. Frederic Village Board an Both Johnson and Adoverview of the EDC’s 2012-14 ministrator Dave Wonstrategic plan. — Photos by Mary dra said they appreciate Stirrat the work that Healy is doing, and his knowledge of the village and its businesses.

Other business • The park board will be applying for a grant to replace the dock on the east side of Coon Lake. A meeting is planned to work on the design for the rest of the trail around the lake, with funding for another segment possibly included in the 2013 budget.

• Library director Chris Byerly reported that 865 of the 1,300 or so residents of the village hold a library card.

There were 69 children involved in the summer reading program, with more than 1,500 books read.

• Police Chief Dale Johnson introduced Officer Brent Johnson, who returned to the police department earlier this month after a four-year absence.

SCF council addresses road repair complaints Trail expansion, cell antennas and other issues addressed

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer ST. CROIX FALLS – The St. Croix Falls Common Council held their regular meeting on Monday, Sept. 10, and spent a long time addressing complaints several citizens have registered toward elected officials regarding road repairs that were done on Simonson Road, from the Fairgrounds Road to Nevada Street, just west of the Polk County Fairgrounds.

When the issue came up, Mayor Brian Blesi said he had received a number of calls on “the number of speed bumps” on that stretch of road.

According to city Administrator Joel Peck, the work was done by city employees, but they used a new type of asphalt mix that they were unfamiliar with, and were unequipped to use, as well as having their usual experienced asphalt worker unavailable due to injury.

“The mix of asphalt is different,” Peck said. “It’s apparently thicker and doesn’t settle down as well.”

The road has numerous expansion crack fills that remain quite high and are several feet apart in places, making it seem like it has a series of random speed bumps instead of crack repairs.

“I question whether the city crew should be doing blacktop work at all,” Blesi said. “We have a number of capable vendors out there.”

Peck said he approached Polk County Highway Department officials about possible fixes, with Commissioner Steve Warndahl offering to give a demonstration on a new

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“It frees up a lot of manpower,” Peck said, noting that the repair work would likely cost about $214 an hour, with the job expected to take several hours to finish. “He’s (Warndahl) confident they can correct the work that’s been done.”

Alderperson Lori Erickson questioned the issue, noting that the speed limit on that stretch of road is 25 mph, and this “if you’re going that fast, it isn’t that bad,” she commented, “if you’re speeding, it is harder on your car.”

Erickson also questioned the cost and whether it would put the city over budget for road repair, and also added that there are several other roads that should be made a higher priority for repair. “the speed limit is 25. Drive 25,” she said with a nod. “There are a lot of other roads that need more attention.”

In the end, the council agreed to have Peck work with Warndahl for a demonstration of the new method of repair, with the method possibly becoming part of the city’s long-range, five-year road plan.

They will try to do a test section on Hamilton Street, which Erickson said had been neglected for too long.

Peck said the technology of materials, equipment and methodology may be beyond the scope of the city crew and their tooling, so it should be addressed as part of that long-term plan.

“The equipment we have was made by our guys,” he said. “Give them credit, it worked until this year.”

In other board action: • The council approved a request to possibly expand the Ice Age Trail through a portion of the city, as volunteers prepare to have a large trail-building effort next spring.

IAT Alliance representative Dean Dversdahl appeared before the council asking for the city to sign off on a change for the trail through an area just east of the Polk County Fairgrounds, where the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources purchased additional land in the last year. The new segment of the trail will expand and enhance the trail near the fairgrounds, and while it will move to the east and north, it will also connect with the existing trail just southeast of Oregon Street and will move to the east to the Louisiana Street crossing, south into Riegel Park, where it will traverse a number of outstanding features, such as bedrock faces, rocks and unique flora.

“We’re not abandoning anything. We’re adding,” Dversdahl assured, noting that the current parking lot near East Louisiana Street will stay as is.

Dversdahl needed the council to sign off on archeological investigations that will need to proceed for the new

The “speed bumps” on Simonson Road in St. Croix Falls are actually crack repairs that never settled. The city’s common council debated how best to deal with the issue, while also addressing long-range road plans for the city. segment, with the council endorsing the change strongly.

“This trail is a significant value to the city,” Blesi said.

• The council rejected a proposal to alter their existing cell tower antenna contract with AT&T, regarding the pole on a city water tower. The proposal came forward from a California firm that was attempting to renegotiate with the city on the current lease, which is up for renewal next year.

The city currently receives $1,300/month for the rental, with the contract set to go up by 15 percent every five years.

The proposal was to drop the current lease rate to $1,133/month, with an increase of 7 percent every five years.

Another option involved a large, upfront cash settlement, as much as $200,000, with a 99-year lease on the water tower.

“But that comes with a number of stipulations,” Peck said, noting that the firm wanted a “say” on property rights for the tower, including possible veto power on adjacent structure and other possible land rights, which Peck said was possibly not even legal for the city to accept.

“Face it, our tower is not going to last 99 years,” Peck said. “And we’ve done the math, and the city would be losing revenue after 13 years (with both proposals).”

The council rejected both proposals, which means the antenna contract will be up for renewal next year.

“If they want good service, they have to use our water tower,” he added.

• The council approved the appointments to the new St. Croix Falls Sustainability Committee, confirming Alderperson Loreen Morrell and citizen members Gary Noreen, Melanie Kleiss-Boerger and Mark Sabel, with Brad Foss as the plan commission representative. They also approved the appointed of John Schletty as the park/rec commission representative for the new committee.

• The council approved two resolutions regarding reimbursement on the pending wastewater treatment plant upgrade and construction, regarding using state environmental improvement funding for the costs. The funds will be used to repay what the city has already spent, as well as future costs up to about $6 million.

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SCF school board tackles music/sports conflict NYC trip during girls hoops playoffs

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer ST. CROIX FALLS – A planned trip to New York City for St. Croix Falls music students may affect the girls basketball team playoff roster, which led to an extensive debate by the St. Croix Falls School Board on Tuesday, Sept. 11.

The trip is planned for band and choir students for Feb. 28 through March 4, 2013, which puts it right in the early part of the girls basketball playoffs.

The trip is likely to have an overlap of students who are involved in both music and basketball, which means several girls may be forced to choose between the New York City excursion and playoff basketball.

At issue was whether the school board would approve the dates, with the clock ticking on deposits, travel agency setups and flight costs.

“I’d hate to see them go through all that work all season for the tourney, and [have the team] then get chopped off at the knees without key players,” stated board member Ken Stensven.

Two parents appeared before the board, asking them to reconsider the dates, possibly changing the trip to June or another time when there would be fewer conflicts.

“It’s a once-in-a-lifetime trip that they don’t want to miss,” stated Rod Sempf, who is both a teacher and a parent of a senior player who also participates in music. “But with the playoff issues, it’s essentially ending the varsity season.”

Parent Marnie Bergmann also spoke to the issue, and noted that numerous other schools do their music trips during the summer or even during spring breaks.

“Somerset, Osceola and Barron all moved their trips to the summer,” Bergmann said.

District Administrator Glenn Martin agreed that some schools do their trips in the offseason, but part of it is because they are marching bands, which require warmweather events.

“When you do it in the summer, you’re still going to omit a group of kids,” stated high school Principal Pete Nusbaum.

The trip is not an annual event, but instead set for every three years, with the students raising much of their own funding. It was supposed to be finalized by next week, and a planning meeting with parents and students was set for next Tuesday, Sept. 18.

However, the teachers and advisors involved in the trip planning were unable to be at the board meeting, which left the board in a lurch, of sorts.

“My leaning would be toward resched-

uling it,” stated board Chair Brent McCurdy, who echoed concerns by Stensven that the decisions of a few players may affect the entire team, and possibly the attitude toward the whole season.

“How are you [basketball players] going to go after the whole year?”

Stensven asked. “I hate to be in the middle of this.”

Other board members noted that there are always going to be conflicts, whether through holidays or costs of events and even with things like drama club or family vacations.

“There’s just so many things going on,” said board member Patricia Mitchell. “It’s hard to plan around it all.”

In the end, the board consulted with one of the teachers by phone, who informed them of the consequences of changing the dates, but the decision still rested on the board, which voted three-to-one to approve the planned dates.

“In the end, I guess we all have choices to make,” McCurdy lamented, as he was the lone vote against approving the date.

In other board action: • Martin informed the board of a new Department of Public Instruction school report-card system that will be released in the coming weeks for every school in the state, as well as 35 other states.

The report card uses statewide test results on categories ranging from student achievement in mathematics and reading, to year-to-year improvements and growth, to specific classes, from children in poverty to various ethnicities and even graduation rates, attendance, ACT testing performance and dropout rates.

The results will then be weighed and placed in simplified scores, resulting in a zero to 100 accountability determination score. “It compares us with 35 other states,” Martin said. “Same tests, same baselines. In the past, every state set their own baseline, so you never knew where you stood.”

The results will be made available to the schools in the coming weeks, but will be made public in early October.

Martin said the district will be sending out letters to parents in the coming weeks, explaining the report-card system, and seeking their input.

• Martin said the first round of union contract negotiations has just started.

“No agreement yet, but we had a good meeting,” he said.

• Martin said the new running-track surface is completed, as is the line painting. “It’s nice and cushy!” he said.

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Two-year-old Amelia Dagestad had fun sliding at Sunday’s fall festival at Immaculate Conception Church in Grantsburg.

Mike and Barb Murphy selected some of the sweet goodies for sale at Grantsburg’s Catholic Church fall fest last Sunday.

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Gordy Lewis offered Marge Nelson tempting items to go with her ham and chicken dinner at Sunday’s fall festival dinner at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Grantsburg.

Marlys Olson picked out pie after having dinner at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Fall Festival in Grantsburg Sunday afternoon, Sept. 9, while Diane Bistram added more pieces to the many choices.

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(Sept. 12) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Royal Credit Union 200 Riverfront Terrace Eau Claire, WI 54703 Plaintiff(s) vs.

Youssef A. Hanson 513 Seminole Avenue Osceola, WI 54020 Defendant(s) Small Claims Publication Summons And Notice Case No. 12SC756 Publication Summons and Notice of Filing TO THE PERSON(S) NAMED ABOVE AS DEFENDANT(S): You are being sued by the person(s) named above as Plaintiff(s). A copy of the claim has been sent to you at your address as stated in the caption above.

The lawsuit will be heard in the following Small Claims Court: Polk County Justice Center County Courthouse, 715485-9299, 1005 West Main Street, Suite 300, Balsam Lake, WI 54810, on the following date and time: September 24, 2012, 1:30 p.m.

If you do not attend the hearing, the court may enter a judgment against you in favor of the person(s) suing you. A copy of the claim has been sent to you at your address as stated in the caption above. A judgment may be enforced as provided by law.

A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate you own now or in the future, and may also be enforced by garnishment or seizure of property.

You may have the option to Answer without appearing in court on the court date by filing a written Answer with the clerk of court before the court date.

You must send a copy of your Answer to the Plaintiff(s) named above at their address. You may contact the clerk of court at the telephone number above to determine if there are other methods to answer a Small Claims complaint in that county.

If you need help in this matter because of a disability, please call: 715-485-9299.

Date: September 4, 2012 Christine A. Gimber Attorney 715-839-7786 State Bar No. 1020223 Weld, Riley, Prenn & Ricci, S.C. P.O. Box 1030 569307 Eau Claire, WI 54702 WNAXLP

(Aug. 29, Sept. 5, 12) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Royal Credit Union, a federal credit union, 200 Riverfront Terrace Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54703, Plaintiff vs.

Brent C. Berg 414 Caroll Street Osceola, Wisconsin 54020, John Doe, Mary Roe, and XYZ corporation, Defendants.

Case Type: 30404 Case No. 12 CV 462 PUBLICATION SUMMONS THE STATE OF WISCONSIN TO DEFENDANT, BRENT G. BERG; HIS HEIRS, OR ASSIGNS: YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that Plaintiff, Royal Credit Union, a federal credit union, has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you.

WITHIN forty (40) days after August 29, 2012, you must respond with a written demand for a copy of the Complaint.

The demand must be sent or delivered to the Polk County Clerk of Court, Polk County Justice Center, whose address is 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin 54810, and to Plaintiff’s attorney’s, Anastasi & Associates, P.A., whose address is 14985 60th Street North, Stillwater, Minnesota 55082.

You may have an attorney help or represent you.

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

Dated: August 15, 2012.

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Anna Pearl Oberg 203 Stokley Road, Apt. 19 Milltown, WI 54858 Defendant(s) Small Claims Publication Summons And Notice Case No. 12 SC 753 Publication Summons and Notice of Filing TO THE PERSON(S) NAMED ABOVE AS DEFENDANT(S): You are being sued by the person(s) named above as Plaintiff(s). A copy of the claim has been sent to you at your address as stated in the caption above.

The lawsuit will be heard in the following Small Claims Court: Polk County Justice Center County Courthouse, 715485-9299, Room #1102, 1005 West Main Street, Suite 300, Balsam Lake, WI 54810, on the following date and time: October 1, 2012, 10:00 a.m.

If you do not attend the hearing, the court may enter a judgANASTASI & ASSOCIATES, ment against you in favor of the P.A. person(s) suing you. A copy of Garth G. Gavenda, #1079588 the claim has been sent to you David C. Anastasi, #1027144 at your address as stated in the 14985 60th Street North caption above. A judgment may Stillwater, MN 55082 be enforced as provided by law.

Telephone: (651) 439-2951 A judgment awarding money Attorneys for Plaintiff #16341 568414 WNAXLP may become a lien against any real estate you own now or in the future, and may also be enforced by garnishment or seizure of property.

You may have the option to Answer without appearing in court on the court date by filing a written Answer with the clerk of court before the court date.

You must send a copy of your Answer to the Plaintiff(s) named above at their address. You may contact the clerk of court at the Apply to Habitat for Humanity to see if you would telephone number above to qualify for a home with no-interest financing. determine if there are other methods to answer a Small e-mail office@wildrivershabitat.org, Claims complaint in that county.

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Sept. 2: Tyler D. Jacobson, 22, Webster, was cited for operating without a valid license.

Sept. 3: Joseph K. Magnuson, 22, Edina, Minn., was cited for operating without proof of insurance.

Sept. 6: Michael A. Conrow, 18, Siren, was arrested for trespass and bond violation.

Sept. 6: Anthony S. Lowe, 33, Luck, arrested on a warrant.

Sept. 6: Magan M. Martinson, 26, Siren, was arrested for obstructing an officer.

Burnett County warrants James E. Lightfeather, 34, Luck, warrant – failure to appear, Sept. 6.

Todd H. Lockwood, 45, Webster, warrant – failure to appear, Sept. 6.

Burnett County court Gail M. Bearhart, 28, Danbury, OWI, $1,424.00, 45-day jail sentence, Huber release and / or community service granted, eligible for monitor system at discretion of jail staff, license revoked two years, ignition interlock 12 months when applying for license, alcohol assessment.

Shelby J. Benjamin, 20, Webster, possession of marijuana, $330.50; battery, probation revoked, seven-month jail sentence, Huber release and community service at discretion of jail staff, $330.50.

Amanda L. Boyd, 28, Webster, speeding, $175.30.

Constantine Dulgher, 27, Frederic, OWI, $754.50, license revoked seven months, alcohol assessment.

Joseph Fisher, no date of birth given, Baldwin, issue worth-

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(Aug. 29, Sept. 5, 12, 19, 26, Oct. 3) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY BRANCH 2 BREMER BANK N.A. 8555 Eagle Point Blvd.

P.O. Box 1000 Lake Elmo, MN 55042, Plaintiff, vs.

Melanie S. Baumgartner 2498 20th Street Cumberland, WI 54829, and Stephen L. Anderson 1430 Elm Street Cumberland, WI 54829, and Discover Bank 6500 New Albany Road East New Albany, OH 43054 Defendants.

Case No. 11 CV 568 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Foreclosure of Mortgage Code: 30404 By virtue of and pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above-entitled action on March 19, 2012, I will sell at public auction at the Polk County Justice Center in the Village of Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, in said County, on October 30, 2012, at 10:00 o’clock a.m., all of the following described mortgaged premises, to-wit: Lot 3 of Certified Survey Map 16-54, Map No. 3541, a part of Government Lot 1 of Section 35, Township 36 North, Range 15 West (in the Township of McKinley), Polk County, Wisconsin.

The above property is located at 2498 20th St., Cumberland, WI 54829.

TERMS: 1. 10% cash or certified check down payment at time of sale, balance upon confirmation by Court.

2. Sale is subject to all unpaid real estate taxes and special assessments.

3. Purchaser shall pay any Wisconsin real estate transfer fee.

4. Property is being sold on an “as is” basis without warranties or representations of any kind.

5. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining possession of property.

Dated at Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, this 20th day of August, 2012.

Peter M. Johnson, Sheriff Polk County, Wisconsin SCHOFIELD, HIGLEY & MAYER, S.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff Bay View Offices, Suite #100 700 Wolske Bay Road Menomonie, WI 54751 568295 715-235-3939 WNAXLP

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Aug. 14: Patricia D. Nefs, 53, Webster, was arrested for disorderly conduct.

Aug. 29: Jordan W. Sargent, 19, Siren, was arrested for underage drinking and probation violation.

Aug. 31: Derek T. Spafford, 23, Siren, was cited for failure to stop at stop light.

Aug. 31: Jaclynn K. Malory, 19, Cumberland, was cited for failure to report and accident.

Aug. 31: Kyle C. Phernetton, 23, Siren, was arrested for bond violation.

Sept. 1: Justin D. Karolovitz, 33, Stanchfield, Minn., was cited for seat belt violation.

Sept. 1: Ariel A. Serda, 19, Prior Lake, Minn., was arrested for disorderly conduct and underage drinking.

Sept. 1: Michael A. LaPointe, 29, Hayward, was cited for not stopping for pedestrian, seat belt violation and operating after revocation.

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Shean N. Frisbee, 26, Grantsburg, possess drug paraphernalia, $330.50.

Robert A. Heideman, 60, Spooner, OWI, $691.50, license revoked six months, alcohol assessment.

Winslow W. Helsper, 20, Hayward, resisting an officer, 10day jail sentence, $243.00.

Shannon M. Holter, 40, Siren, theft, $330.50, twice.

Aaron L. Kackman, 23, Frederic, disorderly conduct, $330.50.

Amy M. Mangelsen, 47, Danbury, issue worthless check, $127.50.

Peter G. Meyer, 25, Oakdale, Minn., disorderly conduct, $330.50.

Dakota R. Mulroy, 18, Siren, operate vehicle without consent, probation revoked, 80-day jail sentence, restitution, $1,530.17.

Barry E. Nielsen, 61, Spooner, inattentive driving, $641.50.

Mark T. Quinn, 25, Sandstone, Minn., resisting or obstructing an officer, 18-day jail sentence.

Craig A. Stevens, 39, Minneapolis, Minn., battery, two-year probation, sentence withheld, 60-day jail sentence, Huber release and community service granted, alcohol assessment, no contact with victim, restitution, $3,794.90; OWI, $1,424.00, three-year probation, sentence withheld, 60-day jail sentence, consecutive to other sentence, Huber release and community service granted, license revoked 24 months, ignition interlock 27 months when applying for license, alcohol assessment.

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9-11 Heroes program

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The 9-11 Heroes program was held Tuesday, Sept. 11, at the Frederic Schools. The program consists of the flags being presented, taps, a video of pictures of September 11, 2001, a slide show of pictures taken today and the introduction of local heroes.

Local heroes group included back row (L to R): Jason Goebel, Brian Daeffler, Lydell Larson, Chris Bartlett, Kristi Fenning and Jerry Tischer. Front row: Liz Ruhn, Bev Daniels, Dean Daniels and Dale Johnson.

Kelly Steen gives Dean Daniels a note of gratitude from the elementary school for all his years of service as Legioncommander.

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Patti Burns, high school band director, played taps on the trumpet during the program held Tuessay, Sept. 11, at the Frederic School.

The Boy Scouts shown are L to R: Mason Williamson, Henry Slather, Jacob Erickson, Karter Richison, Trent ZenZen, Coby Russell and Richard Bugella.

Frederic Elementary students participant in the 9-11 Heroes program held Tuesday, Sept. 11, at the Frederic School.

Colors were presented by Jerry Tischer and Dean Daniels.

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Luck girls handle Saints on the road

Tigers sweep Vikings while Pirates stay hot against Unity Luck 3, St. Croix Falls 0

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer ST. CROIX FALLS – The West Lakeland Conference-leading Luck Cardinals volleyball team held on to beat the hosting St. Croix Falls Saints at home on Tuesday, Sept. 11, with the Cards winning in straight sets, 25-10, 25-18 and 25-12, to stay undefeated in conference play.

The Saints were quite strong at times and had a few solid rallies to keep them in the contest, especially in the second set, where they also held a lead for a spell.

But the Cards proved too deep on the bench, and recovered whenever they began to stumble, winning in three sets.

Cardinal junior Tessa Clemenson had 25 assists along with five digs and three aces.

Junior Bella Nelson had 14 kills along with an assist, six digs, four aces and a pair of blocks.

The Cardinal kill numbers also included five for Camille Marsten, four for Angela Gore, three for Taylor Joy and two for Jenni Holdt.

Saints seniors Sydney Geisness and teammate Natalie Sempf work together against Luck on Tuesday, Sept. 11. – Photo by Greg Marsten

While Saints stats were unavailable at press time, they had strong performances from Sydney Geisness and Matti Gerlach, with freshman setter Emma Wondra doing a good job in her first appearance against the solid Cards.

“Mariah Rohm, who is my middle blocker, twisted her ankle early in the first set and had a hard time moving and getting to the block so we struggled with digging. Our serve receive was not good either. We have a hard time getting a good pass to get a good hit,” said Saints coach Stacie Hoff.

Both squads made some acrobatic digs to keep the ball alive, with Natalie Sempf and Jesse Rademacher doing their best to keep the Saints offense alive. Luck had a strong night, defensively, from several players, including Jaimee Buck and Whitney Petersen, who notched 10 and eight digs, respectively. Both of them also added a pair of aces to the score.

The Saints were led by Geisness with eight kills and seven digs and two aces.

Kierstyn Campbell had four kills, three aces and five digs. Sempf had eight digs, and Rademacher had three kills and three

digs. Wondra had 12 assists and six digs.

Luck was able to hold on for wins, in spite of trailing for a spell several times.

The Cards stay undefeated in conference play, with the Saints right on their heels. Luck is also ranked ninth statewide in Division 4 by the most recent coaches poll, and solidifies the West Lakeland as among the strongest conferences in the region. Grantsburg also earned a ninthplace rank in Division 3 play among the coaches.

Luck’s Angela Gore tips the ball as Taylor Joy looks on. – Photo by Mackenzie Erickson

Ashley Dietmeier serves it up. – Photo by Josh Johnson

Webster 3, Frederic 0 WEBSTER – The Tigers volleyball team earned their second straight conference win on Tuesday, Sept. 11, over the Vikings with a sweep in the three sets by scores of 25-16, 25-10 and 25-9.

Webster was led by Raelyn Tretsven and Alex Holmstrom with seven kills apiece.

Tretsven had a whopping 10 serving aces and Webster totaled 18 on the night.

Marissa Elliott led in digs with six.

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Extra Points

••• MANKATO, Minn. – Division 2 volleyball powerhouse Minnesota State Moorhead, is currently ranked 22nd according to the most recent AVCA Top 25 Coaches Poll.

Among those on the Dragons roster are former Grantsburg standout Annie Palmquist, who is a sophomore outside hitter once again this season.

Annie Palmquist Palmquist had a solid tournament last weekend in St. Petersburg, Fla., during the Eckerd College Classic, where she earned alltournament team honors, where the team played a perfect 3-0 performance.

Palmquist had 31 kills in the three matches, along with a team high 16 during one set against Rollins. She was one of just eight players to earn alltournament team honors. The Dragons are currently 8-1 overall on the season and have a six-game winning streak going.– with information from msumdragons.com ••• DULUTH, Minn. – Cory Gebhard caught two passes for a total of 72 yards including a 52-yard touchdown pass last Saturday, Sept. 8, during the St. Scholastica football team’s first win of the season against Eureka College. The touchdown was the first of the game as the Saints went on to win 35-10. Gebhard is a former St. Croix Falls athlete. – with information from csssaints.com ••• LEADER LAND – The Grantsburg at Unity football game can be heard on Friday, Sept. 14, on 104.9 FM starting at 7 p.m. The Amery at Durand football game is on 1260 AM Friday, Sept. 14, beginning at 7 p.m. Utah State at Badgers football is on 1260 AM on Saturday, Sept. 15, beginning at 7 p.m. The Chicago at Green Bay Packers game is being broadcast on 105.7 FM, beginning at 7:15 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 13. The Minnesota Vikings at Indianapolis football game can be heard on 104.9 FM, beginning at noon on Sunday, Sept. 16.

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Eagles shut down Saints in first win

St. Croix Falls still looking for first victory Unity 14, St. Croix Falls 0

by Scott Hoffman Leader staff writer

ST. CROIX FALLS – St. Croix Falls Saints played host to the Unity Eagles Friday, Sept. 7, and just couldn’t seem to find the end zone. Unity had a great start and night from running back Aaron Koshatka who started the night with a bang, nearly turning a long run into six points on the first play. Koshatka rushed for 136 yards on 19 carries and scored one touchdown and a two-point conversion. Unity ‘s coach Dave Anderson said, “The boys put

Saint Ben Kopp gains a few yards with help from teammate No. 34 Taylor Woller.

Unity’s Aaron Koshatka found some running room on the first play against St. Croix Falls Friday, Sept. 7. Chasing him down was No. 32 Jake Sommer and No. 60 Tony Stelton. – Photos

by Scott Hoffman a lot of effort into this game and it paid off Stelton did a nice job filling in for injured with a well-deserved victory. The defense Joe Rademacher. Shane Swanson also played very well, they never gave up any played well on the defensive side of the big plays and had a couple of big goal-line ball. Offensively, Kevin Fisk pounded out stands.”

100-plus yards on the ground, and Ben St. Croix Falls threatened several times Kopp did well when he carried the ball but had a pass intercepted in the end zone from the quarterback position. Andrew just before halftime. In total offense, the Erickson punted the ball well. We need to stats were nearly identical but Unity had improve in many areas, but it’s hard to one less yard at 241 compared to St. Croix come away with a win when you consisFalls at 242. Saints coach Grant Belisle tently lose the turnover battle.” commented, “Defensively, senior Tony

Webster drains the Lakers Webster 40, Shell Lake 24

by Scott Hoffman Leader staff writer WEBSTER – The Webster Tigers ran away with a fairly tight game Friday, Sept.

7, that was only a two-point Webster lead going into the half. A Shell Lake field-goal attempt bounced off the uprights, as the first half ended, that would have put the

Lakers ahead by one. Things went downhill for Shell Lake after that. Tiger Aaron Dietmeier returned the opening kickoff of the second half 80 yards for a touchdown.

Webster then kicked off squib style only to recover the ball again. Alex Hopkins capped off that drive with a 13-yard touchdown run. Dietmeier was the go-to guy again, rushing for 119 yards in 10 carries. Lance Preston had 18 carries for 77

The Webster Tigers football team picked up its first win of the season against Shell Lake last week.

yards and a touchdown. Devon Rondou added 14 rushes for 68 yards and found the end zone twice.

The Lakers are flirting with disaster with their numbers. They started the night with 15 players dressed and three left on crutches. Lakers workhorse A.J. Denotter, who rushed 11 times for 104 yards, went down with a injury after limping through most of the first three quarters. Shell

Lake’s Wyatt Carlson filled in and had six carries for 57 yards’ rushing.

Cliff Benjamin and Dietmeier led the Tiger defense with 12 tackles apiece, followed by Shawn Stevens with 8.5. Webster will travel to Frederic Friday, Sept. 14, for what should be a great game. Hopefully the Lakers can heal quickly because the undefeated Cameron Comets are coming to visit also on Friday, Sept. 14.

Webster’s Aaron Dietmeier gains ground against Shell Lake on Friday, Sept. 7 in Webster. – Photos by Larry Samson

Siren stops Birchwood after slow start Play homecoming game against Prairie Farm this Friday Siren 78, Birchwood 38

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer BIRCHWOOD – The Dragons enjoyed an early bye week and faced Birchwood after the long break last Saturday, Sept. 8.

Despite a bit of a slow start, they got on track quickly to turn things around in the

second half to get the win.

“We started slow on defense, and give credit to Birchwood for playing tough. Eventually we got on track on defense and played tough the second half. Offensively, we had a good day and played well Jared Emery while rushing for over 400 yards,” said coach Bill Hoefler.

Jared Emery had 202 yards rushing on 18 carries and three touchdowns, while Caleb Mulroy battled his way through the

Birchwood line for 82 yards on 16 carries with one touchdown. John D’Jock had 59 yards on five carries with three touchdowns that included a 50-yard touchdown pass from Emery.

Triston Alden had 39 yards on eight carries with a touchdown, and John D’Jock Aaron Ruud had a touchdown and 35 yards rushing on five carries. Emery connected on all three balls thrown for a total of 70 yards and one touchdown. On defense, D’Jock had eight

tackles, followed by Shay Johnson’s five, and Josh Lemieux had four.

Hoefler was pleased with how his Dragons performed in the second half, but the team will get a tough test this Friday, Sept.

14, when they host undefeated Prairie Farm for their homecoming game starting at 7 p.m.

“Homecoming this week will be a big test as Prarie Farm comes to town. They are very physical and undefeated thus far.

A very good team that will gauge where we are from a team standpoint against one of the best teams in the conference,” Hoefler said.

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Cards surprise Trojan boys Luck 47, New Auburn 32

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer LUCK – The Luck Cardinals eight-man football squad was able to keep visiting New Auburn in check on the gridiron on Friday, Sept. 7, at Luck, defeating the previously undefeated Trojans by a final score of 47-32.

The game was all Luck’s for the first two-thirds of the contest, and the Cards even forced running time on the clock when they led by over 35 points just after the second half began.

Luck outscored the Trojans handily in that dominating first half, drawing first blood and overwhelmingly stopping the New Auburn squad on offense. The only real Trojan threat came when multipurpose quarterback Brett Baker turned a few open field option runs into yardage.

Both squads came into the contest undefeated, with New Auburn defeating Northwood in a thriller, 48-42, and then crushing Oneida 50-12.

Luck came into the contest with eight straight quarters of shutouts, having outscored their two previous opponents, Three Lakes and Bruce, by a lopsided 108 to 0.

Luck exploded out of the gates in the first half against New Auburn, scoring two touchdowns in the first quarter, and then continuing to add to the Trojan misery with a total of six rushing touchdowns, three each from Trent Strapon and Evan Armour.

Armour led the way with 195 yards on 13 attempts, with Strapon not far behind at 140 yards on 14 carries. Connor McGinnity added 35 rushing yards, with Karsten Petersen, Brody Kunze and Joe Christenson combining for another 35 yards of real

estate.

Strapon attempted five passes with one completion, but he made it count as it was a 16-yard touchdown strike to Petersen that fired up the crowd and the sidelines.

Defensively, the Cards had a strong night from Christensen with five sacks, five tackles and five assists. Christensen left the game with a knee injury later, with his future status unclear. Armour also had a strong night on defense, notching 10 tackles with five assists and a forced fumble.

While New Auburn proved to be a closer match for the Cards than their three previous opponents, they didn’t begin to wake up offensively until midway through the third quarter, when Luck

began to put in their bench offense with the big lead and a running clock. That was when the Trojans capitalized on Luck miscues and turned Baker loose.

With Luck leading 47-6 in the third, the Trojans scored four straight touchdowns to restore a normal clock, including one score that came off an onside kick.

But the Cardinal lead proved too much to overcome and, in spite of their latefound offense, Luck held on for the 47-32 win, keeping them undefeated at 2-0 in regular season play and establishing them as the team to beat in eight-man football.

They square off against winless Birchwood this Friday, Sept. 14, at Luck, with another winless squad, Winter, waiting in the wings the week after.

New Auburn quarterback Brett Blake tried to single handedly keep his team in the game against Luck on Friday, Sept. 7. – Photo by Greg Marsten

Karsten Petersen looks for more yardage against the Trojans. – Photo by Lori Nelson

Vikings fall in clash with Comets Webster, Unity and Grantsburg on horizon for Frederic Cameron 28, Frederic 6

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer CAMERON – It was a tough loss for the Vikings football team on Friday, Sept. 7, as they dropped their first game of the season against a solid Cameron team, who remains undefeated on the season and is living up to their top-spot pick in the conference from earlier this season.

The Vikings had a tough time finding rhythm, offensively, and turnovers turned costly as they lost three fumbles and were intercepted on three different occasions.

Two of those interceptions were returned for touchdowns, and perhaps the most damaging Comet score came at the start of the second half when they ran back for a 99-yard kickoff return for a touchdown

by Justin Hagberg.

Cameron led 16-0 at halftime but the Vikings couldn’t pull out of the hole after the kickoff return, despite being able to hold the Comets scoreless for the rest of

Adam Chenal pushes back the Comet offense. the second half. The only Vikings score of the game came with just over nine minutes to play when Jaryd Braden connected with sophomore Zach Schmidt on a 12yard touchdown pass.

The Vikings managed to put up 253

Peter Chenal of Frederic tries to break free from Cameron defenders during a tough loss on Friday, Sept. 7. – Photos by Becky Amundson yards of total offense and held Cameron to 231 yards of total offense. Peter Chenal led with 90 yards rushing on 21 carries and Braden had 81 yards on 10 carries.

Ian Lexen had three nice catches for a total of 57 yards, and Adam Chenal caught two passes for 20 yards. Adam

Chenal also had a 60-yard kickoff return.

The Vikings move ahead this week to take on the Webster Tigers at home Friday, Sept. 14, beginning at 7 p.m. The Tigers are coming off their first win of the season over Shell Lake.

Turnovers slow Grantsburg But Pirates pick up third straight win Grantsburg 20, Flambeau 7

by Scott Hoffman Leader staff writer TONY – The Grantsburg Pirates defense held off the Flambeau Falcons rushing attack until the offense could get airborne Friday, Sept. 7. After a sluggish first half, Lucas Willis and company cranked it up and ended up with two passing touch-

downs and another rushing score on a 2yard sneak but ended up with four interceptions. Pirates coach Adam Hale commented, “Flambeau is a long trip and a tough place to play so we’re very happy coming home with a conference Lucas Willis win. On the other side of things, we continue to have too many mental mistakes and dumb penalties. We have yet to play a complete game and, of-

fensively, we really shot ourselves in the foot and squandered some good drives. I think, defensively, we played hard and Connor Myers came up with a big interception in the second half to give us great field position. I give Flambeau a lot of credit Connor Myers because they really battled all night despite losing their quarterback in the second quarter who really makes their offense go. We will need to

play better to have a chance at Unity.”

On defense for the Pirates, defensive back Connor Myers was in on 13 total tackles and an interception. Linebacker Brandon Ryan had 12 tackles including two for loss and a sack. Grantsburg’s defensive coordinator John Dickinson added, “We had some big stops including a big fourth-down stop led by Dakota Linke at middle linebacker and the interior of the defensive line.” Pirates play at Unity on Friday, Sept. 14, which could turn out to be the game of the week.

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Pirates get back on winning track

Take three sets against SCF Thursday, Sept. 6 Grantsburg 3, St. Croix Falls 0

by Scott Hoffman Leader staff writer GRANTSBURG – Grantsburg got out a few frustrations Thursday, Sept. 6, by beating a respectable and tall St. Croix Falls team 25-18, 25-16 and 25-6. The Pirates are on the rebound after a first-game loss to Luck and now following that up with two convincing wins. Deb AllamanJohnson was seeing room for improvement and commented from her blog, “Our hitters were very efficient with a gaudy team-hitting percentage of .468. It’s just that our plays were not executed smoothly and some of our setter/hitter connections felt a bit off. There were times when their powerful hitters clobbered the

ball over the top of our itty-bitty blockers and just beyond the 10-foot line on our court,” said Allaman-Johnson.

Grantsburg’s kill leaders were Sam Schwieger with 12, RuthAnn Pedersen with 10 and Macy Hanson with seven. Kylie Pewe helped those kills with 24 assists. Player of mention from St. Croix was Sydney Geisness with many big kills and a very powerful top-spin jump serve.

She had 10 kills, Kierstyn Campbell had three kills and seven digs, Matti Gerlach, six digs and one ace, Mariah Rohm, four kills, Jessica Rademacher, two kills, Natalie Sempf, seven digs, and Emma Wondra had eight digs and 14 assists.

“I don’t have a whole lot to say except that we beat ourselves. We really did not play very well at all,” said St. Croix Falls coach Stacie Hoff. “We played OK the first game, had a few errors that needed to be fixed and then we just declined in all aspects of the game.”

Webster 3, Siren 2

The Webster Tigers earned a 3-2 win over Siren during a close game at Siren on Thursday, Sept. 6. – Photo by Mackenzie Erickson

St. Croix Falls senior Jessica Rademacher goes up for a kill against Grantsburg’s Macy Hanson and Wendy Roberts. – Photo by Scott Hoffman SIREN – The Webster Tigers volleyball Webster had 15 aces, including five from team escaped with a close win over rival Weis and four from Marissa Elliott.

Siren on Thursday, Sept. 6. The Dragons Tretsven and Stellrecht each had two aces won the first set 25-17, but the Tigers took and Jill Holmstrom and Ashley Dietmeier the next two sets by scores of 25-16 and 25- each had one. Elliott led with 11 digs, 14. Siren won game three by a close one, Tretsven, eight, Alexandria Holmstrom, 25-23, before Webster finally finished off five, Jill Holmstrom and Dietmeier each the night with a win of 15-13. had three and Stellrecht had two. Schiller “I was very proud of the girls for com- and Holmstrom each had two solo blocks. ing back in the fourth and fifth games be“It was exciting. It went all five and the cause traditionally they have struggled fans got their money’s worth that’s for with that,” said Siren coach Caryn Stan- sure. It was a roller coaster up and down ford. “They got down but they came back, with a lot of momentum shifts, but they so I was happy with that. We need to learn squeaked it out in the end … the bitter end to play through that … the second and for sure. But I saw a lot of good things third games. Overall, I was pleased. You and a lot of good plays,” said Webster can’t hate a five game match that comes coach Mindy Widiker. down to 13-15. They played with heart The Dragons were led by Brittany Couland they put their all into it. I was happy ter with 10 kills, Mackenzie Smith had six with it, obviously not the final numbers, and Lizzie Stanford had five. Emily Howe but happy the way they came back. and Liz Brown both picked up solo blocks Raelyn Tretsven led the Tigers with 11 and Kyaisha Kettula had 20 assists. Howe kills, followed by Alex Holmstrom with also led with four digs and Stanford and nine, Christina Weis, four, Kenna Gall, Coulter each had two. Brown led the team three, Sydney Stellrecht, two, and Gabby in aces with three. – Marty Seeger Schiller, one.

Weis had 22 of the team’s 23 assists and

Luck girls down Frederic in straight sets Luck 3, Frederic 0

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer FREDERIC – The Luck Cardinal volleyball team stayed undefeated in West Lakeland Conference play after a dominating win over neighboring Frederic on Thursday, Sept. 6, at Frederic, winning in straight sets, 25-7, 25-10 and 25-12.

Cardinal junior Camille Marsten led with 16 kills against the Vikings, with junior Bella Nelson adding 12 more kills, along with four digs and four blocks.

Tessa Clemenson registered 38 assists, three digs and a pair of aces in the victory.

It was also a strong night for several other Cards, including senior Ashley Dexter, who notched six kills and three digs.

Sophomore Jenny Holdt added three kills and a pair of strong blocks that fired up the Cardinal bench.

Senior Taylor Joy had three strong kills.

Fellow senior Jaimee Buck had seven digs and showed her serving prowess with five aces.

Frederic trailed the whole way, having several strong digs from Carly Gustafson and Lara Harlander, but had communication troubles at times, which left them scrambling on offense. Gustafson was also

Luck’s Jaimee Buck bumps the ball back over the net against Frederic. strong on the net and notched a few solid blocks, but full Frederic stats were unavailable at press time.

Luck cruised to their three-set win and never trailed.

Ann Chenal of Frederic saves the ball as teammate Natalie Phernetton looks on during a game against Luck on Thursday, Sept. 6. – Photos by Greg Marsten

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Pirate boys finished second at Rice Lake Lady Saints finish fifth overall in Rice Lake

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer RICE LAKE – The Pirate boys were edged by Colfax during one of the biggest meets of the regular cross-country season on Tuesday, Sept. 11. Grantsburg finished second among the small schools with a score of 90, while Colfax finished first with a score of 61.

There were 13 teams competing among the smaller area schools and another 13 larger schools competing as well as middle school and JV. The Pirates were led once again by Jacob Ohnstad with a time of 17:32, which was good for fourth place overall Jacob Ohnstad among approximately 127 competitors.

Richard Schneider was sixth overall with a time of 17:57, followed by teammates Erland Olson, Taylor Olson and Jeremiah Stevens with times of 18:55, 19:46 and

19:54 respectively. Sean Handy was 49th overall and had a time of 20:29, and Keith Vollendorf finished with a 20:42.

The Unity/Luck boys also competed in Rice Lake, taking fourth overall as a team with Colton Sorensen leadColton Sorensen ing the pack with a time of 19:07, and 16th overall. Austin Baker wasn’t far behind with his time of 19:07, and Aaron O’Connor came in third on the team with a 19:09.

The St. Croix Falls boys came in sixth overall as a team but sophomore Henry Klein Henry Klein shined once again with a time of 17:08, which was the best time in the small schools event. Klein had the third-best time overall among all schools competing, but it was Ryan Kromer of Hudson who impressed with a time of 15:57.

The Webster boys were led by Billy Cooper and Andrew Schrooten with times of 18:27 and 18:50 respectively, which earned both of them ribbons. Cooper was

12th overall and Schrooten finished 14th.

Cortland Summer ran one of his best races of the season with a time of 21:46, which is three minutes faster than a week earlier.

Billy Cooper

Saints place fifth The St. Croix Falls girls cross-country team came in fifth overall in Rice Lake on Tuesday. Freshman Sophie Klein finished seventh overall and led the Saints with a time of 22:18. Erica Bergmann was 22nd overall with a time of 23:38, and Au-

Schiller leading with a time of 21:55, and sixth overall. Emma Kelby was 10th overall with a time of 22:34. Kelby took a minute off her previous time during a 5K race, which the girls have been running over the past couple of meets. Both Kelby and Schiller earned medals for their performances. Freshman Elizabeth Freymiller also had a standout performance in the 5,000 meters according to coach Roy Ward, keeping the pace throughout the entire race and finishing with her best time of the season.

The Grantsburg girls placed 13th overall and Unity/Luck finished 16th. Grantsburg was led by Kate Rod with a time of 23:91 and 19th overall. Emily Bethke finished first for the Eagles team, finishing with a time of 27:40.

Complete boys and girls results can be found on itiming.com.

Sophie Klein tumn Erickson, Jordan Johnson, Joleen Gravelle, Madalyn Bollig and Allie Holmdahl finished with times of 24:19, 25:22, 26:54, 27:38 and 27:50, respectively.

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Area runners compete at Cameron Grantsburg boys take first and SCF girls finish second

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer CAMERON – The Grantsburg boys cross country team was in fine form on Thursday, Sept. 6, as they took first overall at Cameron. Three Pirates finished in the top five out of 71 runners, including Jacob Ohnstad, Richard Schneider and Erland Olson who had times of 17:10, 17:40 and 18:33 respectively. Ohnstad was second overall followed by Schneider in third and Olson in fifth.

Austin Handy took Richard Schneider 11th overall with a time of 19:22, Sean Handy was 12th with a time of 19:35, Taylor Olson took 13th with a time of 19:36 and Jeremiah Stevens was 14th overall with 19:45.

The second-place boys team was St. Croix Falls, with sophomore Henry Klein taking first overall with a time of Erland Olson

17:06. Brendon Gearhart finished sixth overall with a time of 18:36 and Mark Wampfler took eighth with a time of 19:08. Rob Foss, Noah Casterton, Tommy Foss and Joseph Ward followed through with times of 21:07, 21:18, Brendon Gearhart 25:09 and 29:07.

St. Croix Falls coach Jennifer Clemins said the highlight of the evening for the Saints was Klein coming out on top.

“He once again was racing against Jacob Ohnstad (Grantsburg) and Daniel Pederson (Spooner) who previMark Wampfler ously beat him at the Grantsburg Invite at the beginning of the season. He started the race letting these two along with Grantsburg’s Richard Schneider lead. But shortly before the first mile marker of the race, he decided to make his move and go out front,” Clemins said. She also commended Foss, Cody Leach and Joseph Ward for shaving off more than two minutes off their times. Rob Foss and Casterton also improved more than a minute off their times.

The Saints girls also improved times on Thursday, but were still feeling the effects

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of a race the previous Tuesday.

“We talked as a group early before the race about getting four of our runners in the top 10, but we were only able to manage two.

Despite that fact, we could not complain when the final team results were announced and we were only four points behind (first place) Cameron,” Clemins said.

Sophie Klein was second overall with a time of 21:02, and Erica Bergmann took 10th with a time of 22:57.

Freshman Cassi Leach also competed in her first race of the season after sitting out the first part with illness.

“She said she just hoped to finish the race in less than 40 minutes without walking, and to her surprise she finished in 29:36,” Clemins said, adding that that time should drop dramatically as the season wears on.

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also competed and despite not having enough for a full team, Taylor Byers took 13th overall and had a time of 23:29. Kate Rod was 15th with a time of 23:51.

Raelynn Pochman took 29th, with a time of 26:13.

Jaden Cook finished Raelynn Pochman with a 28:29.

The Frederic girls were led by Nicole Nelson who placed 16th overall. She had a time of 23:57, and Abigail Brightbill had a time of 26:32 and came in 32nd place. Rachael Poirier had a time of 27:36, and Tylyn O’Brien and Alexis Hufstedler had Nicole Nelson times of 28:44 and 31:26. The Vikings also had a lone boy runner who competed in Cameron. Devo Buckwalter finished 56th in his first race of the year with a time of 24:57.

Abigail Brightbill

Luck/Unity and SCF golfers compete at Northwestern Megan Swenson, 76, and Taylor Orton, 78.

Shoot season best at Superior Tuesday

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer MAPLE – Area golfers made the long trek to Northwestern to compete last Thursday, Sept. 6, and Luck/Unity improved once again with a low score of 200. Avery Steen was the overall medalist with a score of 40 and Jillian Klatt and Maddie Joy each shot scores of 53. Tina Lennartson had a 54 and Megan Bartylla Avery Steen shot a 59.

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“All of their scores are getting lower; however, all the girls tell me they need to work on chipping and putting,” said coach Ron Steen. “In the next few weeks, some of the girls will be breaking into the 40s. I like how the girls are working to improve their golf game.”

St. Croix Falls golfers showed a team score of 274 on Thursday, with McKenzie Katzmark leading with a 61, followed by Sam O’Brien, 66, Hayley Cermin, 71,

Superior match SUPERIOR – Luck/Unity golfers scored yet another season best at Superior on Tuesday, Sept. 11, with a team score of 194.

The Cardinals defeated Superior, Cumberland, and St. Croix Falls. Avery Steen shot a 40 for the third straight time and coach Ron Steen said he’s hopeful she’s saving her best for tournament time.

Tina Lennartson finished in the 40s for the first time of the year with a 49.

“She has been working very hard to break into the 40s,” Steen said.

Jillian Klatt is also working toward that same goal of getting into the 40s and was close in Superior with a 53. Maddie Joy scored a 52, and Megan Bartylla finished the day with a 56. Anna Christianson also shot a personal best, breaking into the 50s

McKenzie Katsmark

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for the first time with a 57. Kerrigan Ekholm finished with 70 and Briana Colbert shot 71, which is 20 shots better than where she started at the beginning of the year.

The St. Croix Falls Saints golfers finished with a team score of 253, with Samantha O’Brien leading with a score of 54.

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Tennis team makes it three straight Unity 6, Ellsworth 1

“Anna Ebensperger and Cass Hanson stayed strong at singles to take home the only wins tonight. No. 1 doubles, Tess Anderson and Kayla Bramsen, had quite the battle with their match lasting over 2-1/2 hours,” said coach Beth Fogarty.

At the No. 3 singles Kelsy Johnson lost a tough but close match in three sets and No. 3 doubles team, Beth Johnson and Destinie Kobs had a big comeback after losing the first set 6-0.

“Unfortunately they couldn’t pull the win out, but showed their ability to adjust their play when needed,” said Fogarty.

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – The Unity/Luck tennis team hosted Ellsworth on Thursday, Sept. 6, and won the match 6-1. It’s the team’s third straight win of the season, showing that the girls hard work during practice is paying off.

“The girls have been working so hard to fine-tune their consistency and basic technique, which really showed tonight,” said coach Beth Fogarty.

Anna Ebensperger, Kelsey Johnson and Cass Hanson each won their respective matches on Thursday, with Sierra Thomfohrda falling in two sets by scores of 6-2.

The varsity doubles teams took all three games with Tess Anderson and Kayla Bramson winning 6-1 and 6-4. Leslie Peterson and Emily Ferguson won two of three sets and Beth Johnson and Destinie Kobs had an exciting finish, ending the match in a 10-point tiebreaker. Those scores were 4-6, 6-2 and 10-8.

“Our doubles teams have really been pushed to the limit at practices, and I’m so proud of their performances here tonight,” Fogarty said.

New Richmond 7, Unity/Luck 0 BALSAM LAKE – For the second time in a row Unity/Luck met a tough opponent and suffered another loss, this time getting shut out by New Richmond on their home court Tuesday, Sept. 11.

The Division 1 Tigers stormed to victory but the Eagles hung in there. No. 3 singles player Kelsy Johnson lost in three sets but picked up one win in the three.

“New Richmond was an incredible opponent tonight, but our girls also faced the challenge with amazing perseverance.

Everyone played their hearts out today and showed how the “little guys” can still make a big statement,” said Unity/Luck coach Beth Fogarty.

The team’s next match is scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 18, at Osceola beginning at 4:15 p.m.

Mondovi 5, Unity/Luck 2 BALSAM LAKE – Unity/Luck tennis battled Mondovi on Monday, Sept. 10, in a rescheduled game on account of a rain delay a week earlier. The Eagles were well matched but ended up falling 5-2 as a team. No. 1 singles player Anna Ebensperger won her match yhe sets of 64, and 6-4, and Cass Hanson won at the No. 4 singles spot 6-3, 6-4.

The Unity/Luck tennis team has faced some tough competition over the past week or so, but have persevered through it all. – File photo

by Marty Seeger

Tuesday volleyball/continued The Vikings Lara Harlander had three digs overall, and Carly Gustafson had three kills total. Harlander had two tip kills, and Gustafson led with four blocks, but serving errors hurt the Vikings Tuesday, with 11. Webster hosts Grantsburg this Thursday, Sept. 13, starting at 7:30 p.m., and the Vikings get a break before hosting Grantsburg on Tuesday, Sept. 18.

Grantsburg 3, Unity 0 BALSAM LAKE – The Grantsburg Pirates volleyball team earned a sweep of the Eagles on Tuesday, Sept. 11, to earn their third straight conference victory.

“Don’t let the scores fool you; this was a strong opponent. We faced yet another tall, athletic team with big hitters and blockers. However, our defense was on fire and we took care of the ball, cleverly thwarting some of their tricky stuff,” said Pirates coach Deb Allaman-Johnson.

The Pirates relied on a stellar passing game Tuesday with only one receiving error.

“Arikka Davison received at a consistent 2.71 out of three tonight. Sam (Schwieger) and Grace (Corbin) led our serve receivers in good passes,” AllamanJohnson said.

Schwieger led the team in digs with nine, followed by Kylie Pewe, eight, Stacey McKenzie and Macy Hanson each had six and Corbin had five.

“No balls hit the court without a Pirate gal making a great effort. We made outstanding saves look easy,” said AllamanJohnson.

Pewe was the assists leader with 17 out of a total of 35 kills. Ellie Corbin had nine kills, as did Schwieger. Hanson left with eight and McKenzie had seven. Pewe had five and RuthAnn Pedersen, four.

Schwieger also had four serving aces and Pewe had three.

“Overall, I was delighted with our heads-up play, solid passing, strong offense, good set selection and great defense,” said Allaman-Johnson.

RIGHT: Unity’s Olivia Nelson digs out a tough ball during an earlier game this season.

The Eagles lost in three games to Grantsburg on Tuesday, Sept. 11. – File photo by Marty Seeger

The Pirates are back on track again and played an outstanding game against Unity Tuesday, Sept. 11. – File photo by Mackenzie Erickson

Carly Gustafson bumps the ball back into play. – Photo by Josh Johnson

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by Jean Koelz Leader staff writer WEBSTER—Before the players even took the field, Webster football fans were celebrating in the cafeteria with a special dinner preceding the Friday, Sept. 7, game. In addition, all the spectators at the game against Shell Lake were joined by the school’s pep band for the first time this season, treated to a performance by the school’s new dance club and took a special trip down memory lane.

Members of the 1987 Division VI State Champion Tiger team were on hand to relive their 28-15 victory over Cassville and to honor beloved coach and former school Principal Donald Seitzberg. In 1991, the Webster athletic field was dedicated to Seitzberg in honor of his many years of successful coaching and dedication to the lives of young athletes. And on Sept 7, 2012, the field—complete with new signage and a fresh, new look to the stands— was rededicated to him. Seitzberg’s wife, Marilyn, was on the field with the rest of her husband’s winning team along with the members of the 1987 cheerleading squad as they were introduced to a cheering crowd.

Players and cheerleaders from Webster’s 1987 state championship team were introduced Friday, Sept. 7, to the crowd.

LEFT: Webster football fans load up at the chili feed before the big game on Friday, Sept.

7. – Photos by Mackenzie Koelz

Spaghetti fundraiser to benefit Luck volleyball

One of many cakes to commemorate the 25th reunion of Webster’s state football champs

Punt, pass and kick contests coming to Siren The Luck volleyball spaghetti supper fundraiser is set for Thursday, Sept. 20, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., at the Luck High School. The dinner will be held prior to the team’s game against Grantsburg, which begins at 7 p.m. The dinner is a freewill donation and all funds will help benefit the Luck volleyball program. – Leader file photo

SIREN – The Knights of Columbus and National Football League punt, pass and kick contests are set for Saturday, Sept. 22, at the Siren Ballpark. The sign-in begins at 9:15 a.m. and competition will start at 10 a.m. Girls and boys age 8-12 are welcome to participate in the Knights of Columbus competition. The NFL regional competi-

tion includes ages 6-7, 8-9, 10-11, 12-13 and 14-15. Youth may participate in both the Knights of Columbus and NFL contests. See the Siren Ballpark Web site at sirenballpark.net, or you may e-mail Mike Murphy at mbmurphy@sirentel.net, or call Mike at 715-349-5233. – Marty Seeger with submitted information

AREA BOWLING RESULTS Hacker’s Lanes

Tuesday Classic Standings: Pioneer Bar 11, House of Wood 9.5, Great Northern Outdoors 9, Bottle Shop 4, Yellow Lake Lodge 3.5, Northern Home & Improvement 2.

Individual games: Ed Bitler 225, Roger Tollander 222, Reed Stevens 221.

Individual series: Ed Bitler 618, Chris Olson 595, Jason Pearson 593.

Team games: Great Northern Outdoors 607, Bottle Shop 599, House of Wood 627.

Team series: Great Northern Outdoors 1782, House of Wood 1679, Bottle Shop 1623.

Splits converted: 6-7-10: Roger Tollander.

Wednesday Night Early Standings: Daeffler’s Quality Meats 3, Skol Bar 3, Stotz & Co. 3, Lewis Silo 3, Cummings Lumber 1, A-1 Machine 1, Pioneer Bar 1, Larsen Auto Center 1.

Individual games: Kelsey Bazey (DQM) 262, Jeff Cummings (CL) 216, Oliver Baillargeon (DQM) 216.

Individual series: Kelsey Bazey (DQM) 589, Curtis Renfroe (SB) 569, Brett Daeffler (DQM) 549.

Team games: Daeffler’s Quality Meats 887, Daeffler’s Quality Meats 861, Skol Bar 843.

Team series: Daeffler’s Quality Meats 2521, Skol Bar 2407, Stotz & Company 2359.

Thursday Early Standings: Daeffler’s Quality Meats 10, Grindell Law Offices 7, Fab Four 7, Red Iron Studios 7, American Family Siren 6, Kinetico 6, Hell Raisers 6, Wikstrom Construction 3.

Individual games: Derek Ayd (K) 226, Mike Sullivan (WC) 224, David Grindell (GLO) 198.

Individual series: Mike Sullivan (WC) 574, Mike Skow (DQM) 530, Bryce Daffler (DQM) 516.

Team games: Wikstrom Construction 560, Kinetico 535, Daeffler’s Quality Meats 535.

Team series: Daeffler’s Quality Meats 1558, Wikstrom Construction 1520, Grindell Law Offices 1402.

Splits converted: 2-4-9: Blake Hall, 3-10: Bruce Wickstrom, 9-10 Jim Wickstrom.

McKenzie Lanes

Tuesday Women’s Standings: Gutter Dusters 12, Trap Rock 10, Country Gals 10, Hauge Dental 9, Tomlinson Insurance 8, Kassel Tap 7, Custom Outfitter 7, LC’s Gals 3.

Individual games: Jan Kruse 182, Jane Smith 180, Norma Hauge 179.

Individual series: Jane Smith 485, Jan

Kruse 474, Patti Katzmark 468.

Team games (Handicap): Custom Outfitter 840, Tomlinson Insurance 813, Hauge Dental 809.

Team series (Handicap): Hauge Dental 2285, Tomlinson Insurance, Trap Rock & Gutter Dusters 2284.

Tuesday Night Men’s Standings: The Dugout 26.5, Centurview Park 22, McKenzie Lanes 21, Dream Lawn 20, Hack’s Pub 18.5, Nel-Lo-Hill Farm 17.5, Steve’s Appliance 17.5, The Cobbler Shop 17.

Individual games: Steve Clark 269, Donny Potting Jr. 267, John Gerhardt 257.

Individual series: Craig Willert 684,

Donny Potting Jr. 674, Doug Oryan 657.

Team games (Handicap): The Dugout 1238.

Team series (Handicap): Centurview Park 3518.

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

Individual games: Sam Leggitt 259, Darren McKenzie 246, Craig Willert 243.

Individual series: Darren McKenzie 702, Sam Leggitt 664, Craig Hefteld 622.

Team games (Handicap): Davy’s Construction 1029, McKenzie Lanes 1007.

Team series (Handicap): Tiger Express 2909, McKenzie Lanes 2880.

Thursday Late Ladies Standings: Eagle Valley Bank 12, Hack’s Pub 11.5, Hauge Dental 11, Cutting Edge Pro 10.5, KJ’s 9.5, Central Bank 9, Truhlsen Chiropractic 8.5, Bont Chiropractic 8.

Women’s games: Lana McKenzie 200, Jane Smith 194, Annette Norlander 182.

Women’s series: Jane Smith 548, Lana McKenzie 497, Mjo Hacker 492.

Team games: Bont Chiropractic 733, Eagle Valley Bank 732, KJ’s 700.

Team series: Eagle Valley Bank 2149, Cutting Edge Pro 2086, Hauge Dental 2061.

Black & Orange

TNT Standings: Flower Power 3-1, Larry’s LP 2-2, Cashco 2-2, Homestead Cafe 1-3.

Individual games: Jennifer Kern (L) 195, Vicki Tollander (C) 172, Due Eytcheson (FP) 166.

Individual series: Sue Eytcheson (FP) 438, Jennifer Kern (L) 431, Vicki Tollander (C) 428.

Team games: Larry’s LP 838, Flower Power 806, Cashco 805.

Team series: Larry’s LP 2386, Cashco 2363, Flower Power 2361.

Early Risers Standings: Black & Orange 3-1, 10th Hole 2-2, Gandy Dancer 2-2, Gayle’s Northwoods Hair Design 1-3.

Individual games: Pam Dildine (10th) 219, Lylah Nelson (B&O) 180, Delores Lien (B&O) & Claudia Peterson (GD) 178.

Individual series: Pam Dildine (10th) 534, Claudia Peterson (GD) 442, Delories Lien (B&O) 414.

Team games: 10th Hole 716, Black & Orange 693, Gandy Dancer Saloon 662.

Team series: 10th Hole 1941, Black & Orange 1928, Gandy Dancer Saloon 1923.

Split converted: 4-6-7: Pam Dildine.

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F The Opener Squirrel, turkey, grouse and archery deer hunters will be out in full force beginning this coming Saturday, Sept. 15, with the opening of our Wisconsin hunting season. Best of luck to all sports men and women who will be in pursuit of the plethora of wild game, which we locals love to observe, conserve and enjoy at our family tables.

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Tables turned for a change Leader Land fans of the Twin Cities sports scene were certainly in good spirits as the workweek began on Monday. That was because the Golden Gophers won handily, the Vikings won their opener, and the Twins took two-ofthree from Cleveland. Meanwhile, the Badgers lost out in Oregon, and our Packers were humbled by eight points on the hallowed turf of Lambeau Field. Could it be that the best days of Green Bay quar-

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Real-life comedy Yesterday, a local Minnesota Vikings fan shared this humorous story: While waiting second in line to check out a gallon of milk while wearing a purple “Favre/ Number 4” jersey, he encountered a good friend and neighbor who chose to render an unsolicited soliquoy centered around the notion that his beloved Green Bay Packers had somehow been jobbed by replacement officials in Sunday’s loss to San Francisco. As the green-and-gold clad fan yammered on and the bored Vikings fan rolled his eyes, a young mother came to the checkout counter pushing a cart which contained not only groceries, but also a very fussy toddler. As the toddler’s wails rang through the grocery store, the purple-clad shopper turned toward his whining cheesehead friend, nodded toward the wailing toddler and said, “She sounds like a future Packers fan.” Needless to say, the cheesehead – who didn’t seem to be a good sport – stormed off in disgust.

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One more Sports Page plug for a Polk County athlete Clear Lake graduate and sophomore quarterback Matt O’Connell completed 35 of 53 passes for 403 yards in the St. Thomas runaway victory over UW-River Falls last Saturday. Venerable Twin Cities sports scribe and sports-talk radio icon Patrick Reusse has mentioned he will be on the scene for the St. Thomas St. John’s clash this Saturday. Expect a great article from Reusse in the Star-Tribune on Sunday or Monday.

The real Brothers Johnson shine in Cleghorn Internet-savvy folks inclined to google “Brothers Johnson” will most likely find a Wikipedia blurb which describes the underrated 1970s rhythm and blues group headed by siblings George and Louis Johnson. Old-timers with a musical bent certainly remember their 1977 classic “Strawberry Letter 23” which reached No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 charts that year. (Check it out on YouTube).

Ah, but fast-forward 35 years to 2012, and it’s a new and less-sedentary story.

Unlike the musical Brothers Johnson who broke up in 1980, Frederic’s silent sports legends (and brothers) Daniel Johnson and William Johnson IV continue to

make their mark in the silent-sports scene today just as they have since the 1980s. Last Saturday, the duo were among bicyclists who wowed Cleghorn Harvest Festival revelers with their performances in the 21-mile bicycle tour. (Cleghorn is an Alpha, Lewis and Fox Creek-type town near Eau Claire).

Best homecoming ever?

Movers and shakers in the Frederic community are finalizing plans for an “all-alumni” dance scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 20, at Hacker’s Lanes in Frederic. Some of the key cogs in the organizational machine include former FHS football players, and musicians such as Kevin Louden, Larry Linder, Larry Petersen, Bill Java and Luke Java. Watch for future publicity about this event. If you ever breathed blue and gold, this could be the best homecoming night since you were 17 years old!

Title-winning coach to tie the knot?

Is it true that the charismatic and loquacious head girls basketball coach Ryan Karsten (who has made Siren High School the headquarters for local girls basketball conference championships) will be married on Saturday, Oct. 20? Stay tuned!

UW-Eau Claire Blugolds to honor Grantsburg athlete Volleyball player Roxi Tucker among five others inducted to Hall of Fame EAU CLAIRE – Five athletes who all earned all-conference recognition at least twice during their careers along with the third winningest volleyball coach in conference history make up the 2012 class of inductees for the UW-Eau Claire Blugold Hall of Fame. Among the five athletes, Roxi (McKenzie) Tucker of Grantsburg, a former Grantsburg Pirate and Blugold volleyball player, Roxi Tucker will be honored.

The group represents the 36th class of men’s inductees and the 23rd class of women’s inductees and brings the number of athletes, coaches and administrators who have been honored to 193.

The Blugold Hall of Fame was established in 1973 to pay tribute, give deserved recognition and enhance school tradition by honoring former athletic letter winners, coaches or administrators who showed distinctive, unique or exceptional ability while on the campus at Eau Claire and have distinguished

A 5-2 record in last week’s games kept the Prediction King’s 2012 success rate at 71 percent for the season. “Once again, I was a selfinflicted victim of my own brand of ‘homerism’ when I picked Frederic to beat Cameron,” he said shaking his head early Wednesday morning while THE SWAMI cleaning a near-limit of mourningdoves.

“But I’m confident that this week will see a 6-1 or even a 70 performance,” he added, noting that Siren’s homecoming battle with Prairie Farm could be the area’s marquee event this week.

themselves in their profession or personally since leaving the institution.

For women athletes, there must be a lapse of 12 years from their final season of eligibility before they can be considered for induction and for men 15 years.

The class will be recognized at halftime of the football game versus UW-La Crosse Saturday, Oct. 13, and inducted that night during a banquet in Davies Center on campus. A social hour will begin at 4:30 p.m. with the dinner at 5:30 p.m. and the program at 6:30 p.m. Tickets for the banquet, which will also include presentation of the 2011-12 Blugold Super Six Salute award winners and several other recognitions, can be obtained by contacting the UW-Eau Claire Alumni Association at 715-836-3266 or larsojan@uwec.edu.

Former WEAU TV 13 sports director and current UW-Eau Claire Foundation employee Rick Foy will present the 2012 Hall of Fame inductees.

Roxanne “Roxi” (McKenzie) Tucker holds the school volleyball single-match and singleseason assist records and ranks second on the all-time assist list. She led the team four consecutive years in assists and was all-conference twice. Her senior season, the Blugolds reached round 16 in the NCAA tournament.

The Blugolds were 101-40 during her fouryear career.

Tucker held UWEC’s career assist mark for 13 years until a new record was set in 2006.

Tucker was the Blugolds’ Rookie of the Year in 1990, Hustle Award winner in 1990 and

Luck 69, Birchwood 20 – The unstoppable Cards have not faced a test. Before halftime of this one they might as well rest.

Siren 49, Prairie Farm 42 – PF is the hometown of the Leader’s Seeger. But their chances of winning at Siren are meager.

The Swami

Clayton 27, Pepin-Alma 14 – The Bears are bound for another great season. Their balanced attack is the primary reason.

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Durand 42, Amery 14 – Little is known about each of these teams, but Amery’s a doormat this year it seems.

This week’s games: Grantsburg 34, Unity 7 – Air Grantsburg will win with relative ease. A march toward the title the Swami sees.

Flambeau 32, St. Croix Falls 6 – Saints “get no satisfaction,” in the words of Mick Jagger. It’s a one-sided loss ...

“And there is your dagger!”

Frederic 35, Webster 6 – The Vikes will bounce back after last week’s whipping, though their hopes for another league title are slipping.

The Swami answers all e-mails and can be reached at predictionking@yahoo.com.

1991 and the Best Defensive Player in 1992.

In addition to all-conference recognition in 1992 and 1993, she was named to several alltournament teams, and the all-regional team in 1993.

Tucker graduated with a medical technology degree in 1995 and began her career at Myrtle Werth Medical Center in Menomonie.

In 1996, she accepted a position at the Burnett Medical Center lab in Grantsburg. In 2007, she was promoted to lab manager, a position she continues to hold.

Since moving back to Grantsburg, Tucker has been involved in many areas of the community. She has served as treasurer for the Town of West Marshland, a Sunday school teacher, a youth group volunteer and a Grantsburg club volleyball coach. She has also volunteered several hours to the Grantsburg Youth Hockey Association and Grantsburg Fast-pitch Club.

She and her husband, Duke, have two daughters: Hope, 16, and Olivia, 14. – from UWEC press release

LEADER SPORTS SCOREBOARD VOLLEYBALL

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

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4-0 3-1 3-2 2-2 2-2 1-3 0-5

Scores Thursday, September 6 Luck 3, Frederic 0 Grantsburg 3, St. Croix Falls 0 Webster 3, Siren 2 Saturday, September 8 Zimmerman 3, Unity 0 Braham, Minn., 2, Unity 1 Tuesday, September 11 Luck 3, St. Croix Falls 0 Webster 3, Frederic 0 Grantsburg 3, Unity 0 Upcoming Thursday, September 13 7:30 p.m. St. Croix Falls at Siren Grantsburg at Webster Saturday, September 15 10 a.m.

Grantsburg Tournament (Frederic and Webster) Tuesday, September 18 7:30 p.m. Grantsburg at Frederic Unity at Siren Luck at Webster Thursday, September 20 7:30 p.m. Grantsburg at Luck Frederic at Siren St. Croix Falls at Unity

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Overall 9-3 3-1 3-4 3-2 3-6 1-3 0-5

Upcoming Thursday, September 13 4 p.m.

Frederic Meet Saturday, September 15 9 a.m.

Webster at Osceola Tuesday, September 18 4 p.m.

Barron Meet (Frederic, St. Croix Falls) Thursday, September 20 4:30 p.m. Unity/Luck Meet at Unity (Grantsburg, Webster, St. Croix Falls, Frederic)

GIRLS GOLF

Upcoming Thursday, September 13 9:30 a.m. St. Croix Falls at Northwestern Thursday, September 20 4 p.m.

St. Croix Falls at Luck

Team Unity/Luck

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Overall 3-7

Scores Thursday, September 6 Unity/Luck 6, Ellsworth 1 Monday, September 10 Mondovi 5, Unity/Luck 2 Tuesday, September 11 New Richmond 7, Unity/Luck 0 Upcoming Monday, September 17 4:15 p.m. Unity/Luck at Barron Tuesday, September 18 4:15 p.m. Unity/Luck at Osceola Thursday, September 20 4:15 p.m. Unity/Luck at Baldwin-Woodville

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Lakeland - North Standings Team Conf.

Overall Cameron Comets 2-0 3-0 Grantsburg Pirates 2-0 2-1 Frederic Vikings 1-1 2-1 Webster Tigers 1-1 1-2 Unity Eagles 1-1 1-2 Flambeau Falcons 1-1 1-2 Shell Lake Lakers 0-2 0-3 St. Croix Falls Saints 0-2 0-3 Lakeland - 8-Man Standings Team Conf.

Overall Luck 2-0 3-0 Prairie Farm 2-0 2-0 Siren 2-0 2-0 New Auburn 1-1 2-1 Bruce 1-1 1-1 Birchwood 0-2 0-2 Winter 0-2 0-2 Northwood/Solon Springs 0-2 0-2 Scores Friday, September 7 Grantsburg 20, Flambeau 7 Bruce 59, Winter 0 Cameron 26, Frederic 6 Luck 47, New Auburn 32 Prairie Farm 38, Northwood 14 Unity 14, St. Croix Falls 0 Webster 40, Shell Lake 27 Saturday, September 8 Siren 78, Birchwood 38 Upcoming 7 p.m.

St. Croix Falls at Flambeau Northwood/Solon Springs at Winter New Auburn at Bruce Webster at Frederic Birchwood at Luck Cameron at Shell Lake Prairie Farm at Siren Grantsburg at Unity

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Huge bear taken near Grantsburg

and 550 pounds field dressed. The known state record for weight in Wisconsin tops out at 727 pounds, but records are measured by the size of the skull, and not weight. Finch isn’t interested in records, however. He was just happy he got a big bear.

Even though Finch is an avid hunter who pursues deer, waterfowl and just about everything else, this was his firstever bear-hunting season. It was also the first bear he’d seen during the season, which began last Wednesday, Sept. 5. Bait hunters got the first chance to hunt this season in zones north of Hwy. 8. Hound hunters will take to the woods for the first time this season starting Wednesday, Sept.

12. Next year, hound hunters will get to go first again.

Finch says it took him eight years to draw a bear-hunting permit and, at 46, he’s happy he finally got a chance to go.

He said he’ll continue to apply and wait for another tag, but will likely transfer it to a youth hunter instead.

“It was still thrilling,” he said, but it was likely the camaraderie with family and friends that he enjoyed and will remember the most. Visiting bait sites on a daily basis and checking trail-camera photos only added more to the entire experience.

Along with a freezer full of meat to enjoy, Finch has plans to do something with the bear, either with a rug or mount for the wall, but is still undecided.

Bruin is Joel Finch’s first, weighing in at 550 pounds

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer GRANTSBURG – Joel Finch, of Grantsburg, knew he had just shot a big bear, but exactly how big, he wasn’t sure. He and his family had seen quite a few different bears on trail cameras while baiting over the past month, but Finch said it was tough to say if this was the one they had on camera or not, since some can often look the same or be tough to judge in size.

Sitting over bait near the Grantsburg area with his Marlin 45/70 lever-action rifle last Thursday evening, Sept. 6, Finch heard the bear coming and first laid eyes on it as its head broke through the brush, heading toward the bait.

“I knew he was a big bear when he came in. His head was about as big as the cover on the bait,” Finch said.

Sensing the wind on his back and not wanting to risk having the bear catch his scent, Finch wasted no time taking the shot as the bear stepped out from the brush. The bear went just 25 yards after the shot, and the hunt ended just about as soon as it began, but a lot of work was still ahead.

“It took four of us, all we could do, to get it back to the bait,” Finch said, and they had to enlist more manpower just to get it into the truck.

They took the bear to Countryside Meats in Trade Lake where it weighed in at an impressive 653 pounds live weight

No dear, it’s not a puppy The season had only just begun on a Wednesday but by the time Saturday rolled around, I was already getting impatient with my first bear-hunting experience. On Saturday, I was creeping up Marty on my eighth hour in the stand, and those Seeger who have ever sat for any lengthy period of time in a tree stand can The attest to the sheer boreBottom dom, mind games and other nuances that can Line come with it. Sure, critters are fun to watch.

Deer came through and the weather was decent, but after awhile, quick naps are the only things that keep you going.

Sitting nearly all day was really the only option. The lone bear hitting the bait was coming at unpredictable times of the day, so if and when it came to bait was anyone’s guess.

The largest bears I’d had just a week earlier on camera had all but abandoned my two bait stations, and I could only guess that the pressure from falling acorns had something to do with it. However, the neighbor’s at-large dogs and other human interferences weren’t helping either. With a whole month left to the season there was still time to hold out for a larger bear, but along with advice from other veteran bear hunters and the fact that it was my first hunt, I made the decision to take the first legal bear I saw.

During the eighth hour last Saturday it finally happened. With my cap tipped

Joel Finch, (bottom right) is all smiles as he and his family members and friends weigh a 653 pound black bear he shot while hunting near Grantsburg on Thursday, Sept. 6. – Photo submitted low over my eyes to shelter my face from the western sun, it had been awhile since I’d actually looked up from the ground.

I’d sat in angst for much of the time, often wondering when I might finally see a bear. The wind had been blowing hard much of the day and I had already sat through two thunderstorms that nearly sent me back to the truck. I was finally dry and enjoying the final rays of sun when a jet-black blob lumbered into my peripheral view without a sound. The bear sat for a few seconds and proceeded to the bait, but in a blur I was at full draw before it had a chance to move much farther. The arrow was well on its way before it got to the bait, and in less than 15 seconds the hunt was over and the bear lay motionless only 40 yards away.

My uncle, Del Seeger, who had been the main reason for making the hunt successful with the daily baiting duties, was the first to get the message, and he was soon on his way. I texted one other friend who was in his stand waiting for a bear as well, and in about 20 minutes, calls and texts came flooding in from random friends and family. “Where are you?” they’d asked. “Did you get it with your bow?” another asked. But more importantly, people needed to know how big it was.

The bear looked surprisingly big when it first came in but I knew it wasn’t, judging by its height to a marked tree that it walked by before lumbering in to the bait. The DNR also recommended placing a log or stick at 42 inches, which is a required length that a bear must be before being legal to shoot. It exceeded that mark but the ears were also rather large, another hint that it was a small bear.

It weighed approximately 150 pounds and, even though that’s not an official weight, it certainly added to the fun in guessing from the many friends and family members who crowded around to see it. Because it wasn’t a sizable bear, I asked

The author with his first bear taken in southern Barron County on Saturday evening, Sept.

8. – Photo by Marty Seeger

many what I should do with it. Too much money for a three-quarter mount and a rug isn’t really something I wanted to spend a large amount of money on either.

My friend, Wade, who was helping at the registration station with removing a tooth for the DNR’s bear-monitoring program, suggested I use the bear for a rug, but because it was small, it would fit perfectly around my toilet at home.

“You know, those rugs that help keep your feet warm?”

The remark drew considerable laughter, and because we all struggled mightily to remove the tooth at the registration station, the ribbing continued. One went as far to suggest that the DNR might not be interested in a bear’s baby tooth.

“Maybe the DNR is only looking for teeth from adult bears,” he quipped.

Others commented that it was probably a good thing that I happened to drive

a smaller truck, as it made the bear appear somewhat larger.

Even my own daughter, who will be turning 2 years old in January, got into the comedy act when I showed her photos of my bear the next day.

“Look Morgan, Daddy got a bear!”

Without hesitation, she replied, “Puppy?”

Perhaps four or five years from now, when I’ve racked up enough points for another bear tag, I’ll hold out for a larger specimen. And to my family and friends’ credit, they weren’t entirely joking and managed to dish out more words of congratulatory praise and celebratory handshakes than the banter commonly found in most hunting circles.

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Notices/Employment opportunities

NOTICE

Annual Meeting Orange Cemetery Assn.

Sat., Sept. 15, 10 a.m. at Webster Library Meeting Room 568590 2-4Lp

(Aug. 29, Sept. 5, 12, 19, 26, Oct. 3) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Royal Credit Union, a federal credit union, 200 Riverfront Terrace Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54703, Plaintiff, vs.

Jeanne K. Pauls a/k/a Jeanne Pauls 626 220th Street Osceola, Wisconsin 54020, John Doe, Mary Roe, and XYZ corporation, Defendants.

Case Type: 30404 Case No.: 12CV75 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 April 19, 2012, the Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell the following described real property at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: October 25, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

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

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

LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lot Nine (9) of Certified Survey Map No. 3489 recorded in Volume 16 of Certified Survey Maps on page 2 as Document No. 619512 said Certified Survey Map No. 3489 being part of Lots 6, 7, 8 and 9, PLAT OF RAMMER ACRES, located in the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (SE 1/4 of the SE 1/4) and the Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (NE 1/4 of the SE 1/4), Section Thirtytwo (32), Township Thirty-three (33) North of Range Eighteen (18) West; Town of Osceola in Polk County, Wisconsin; Together with an undivided 1/9 interest in Outlot of said Plat of Rammer Acres. Together with an easement to construct a water retention pond upon the South 2 acres of Lot 5 of Certified Survey Map No. 3129 recorded in Volume 14 of Certified Survey Maps page 151 as Document No. 600435, located in SE 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of Section 32-33-18.

(FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY: Plaintiff believes that the property address is 626 220th Street, Osceola, Wisconsin 54020) Dated: August 20, 2012.

Peter Johnson Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin THIS INSTRUMENT WAS DRAFTED BY: ANASTASI & ASSOCIATES, P.A. 14985 60th Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 (651) 439-2951 Garth G. Gavenda/#16016 568437 WNAXLP

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(Aug. 15, 22, 29, Sept. 5, 12, 19) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, successor in interest by purchase from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation as Receiver for Washington Mutual Bank, formerly known as Washington Mutual Bank, FA; Plaintiff, vs.

ANTHONY OLSON and JANE DOE, unknown spouse of Anthony Olson; and DIERDRE NEBOSIS and JOHN DOE, unknown spouse of Dierdre Nebosis; and MIDLAND FUNDING LLC; Defendants.

Case No. 12-CV-107 Code No. 30404 Foreclosure of Mortgage Dollar Amount Greater Than $5,000.00 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on April 3, 2012, in the amount of $154,378.25, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: October 4, 2012, at 10:00 o’clock a.m.

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

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

3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center located at 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin.

DESCRIPTION: Part of the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter, Section 25, Township 36 North, Range 19 West, Town of Sterling, Polk County, Wisconsin, described as follows: Commencing at a point that is 44 rods 5 1/2 feet West of the Southeast corner of Section 25, Township 36 North, Range 19 West; thence West 105 feet; thence North 230 feet; thence East 105 feet; thence South 230 feet to the place of beginning, Town of Sterling, Polk County, Wis. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2417 250th Avenue, Town of Sterling.

TAX KEY NO.: 46-00627-0000.

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

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The Frederic School District is accepting applications for substitute help in the following positions:

BUS DRIVERS CUSTODIAL INSTRUCTIONAL AIDES

We are looking for applicants that would be able to fill in on an asneeded basis. Interested persons should send an application and letter of interest to: Josh Robinson, District Administrator, Frederic School District, 1437 Clam Falls Drive, Frederic, WI 54837. Telephone 715-327-5630, or e-mail to: robinsonj@frederic.k12.wi.us. Deadline for applications is September 28, 2012. Applications can be found online at www.frederic.k12.wi.us/pages/jobs.html or can be picked 569588 4-5L 46-47a up in the District Office.

The Frederic School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY GRANTSBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT September 8, 2012

Job Title:

High School Social Studies Long-term Substitute Teacher Job Description: Full-time social studies teacher for the 2012 - 2013 school year. Applicants with certification in social studies are strongly encouraged to apply. Courses will include World History, AP World History taught on the ITV network, an Advanced Research course and online offerings.

Qualifications: Applicant should have the appropriate Wisconsin Certification for Social Studies or ability to obtain the certification.

Requirements: Applicants must possess the dynamics to build relationships with students in order 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 classroom are essential to this position. Strong references for this position are essential.

Applicants need to be prepared to deal with aspects of the personal, social and academic needs of high school students. Applicants should possess the skills necessary to communicate effectively with parents in order to build educational partnerships. Interested applicants should be willing to take part in school and student improvement initiatives.

How to Apply: Send letter of application, resume, credentials (3 current letters of recommendation and transcripts) and a copy of license by September 14, 2012.

If interested in this long-term substitute position, send an e-mail immediately for further information. Send your request to marczak@gk12.net Contact: Stan Marczak, Principal Grantsburg High School 480 East James Ave. Grantsburg, WI 54840 715-463-2531 569545 4L 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.

NOTICE FOR ANNUAL DISTRICT MEETING LUCK SCHOOL DISTRICT (Section 120.08 (1))

Notice is hereby given to qualified electors of the Luck School District, that the annual meeting of said district for the transaction of business will be held at the Luck Schools in the elementary gym, on the 24th day of September, 2012, at 8:00 p.m.

LeRoy Buck, Clerk

LUCK SCHOOL DISTRICT ANNUAL MEETING September 24, 2012, 8 p.m.

Small Gym

AGENDA: 1. Call meeting to order - Board President, Robert Clifton.

2. Nomination and election of chairman for annual meeting Robert Clifton.

3. Reading of the minutes of the last annual meeting - Clerk, LeRoy Buck.

4. Summary of the Auditor’s report - Amy Dueholm 5. Presentation of the budget and levy recommendation (tentative) for 2012 - 13, Rick Palmer, District Administrator.

6. Resolution to authorize salaries and the payment of actual and necessary expenses of School Board members in performance of their duties.

7. Resolution to authorize the School Board to make temporary loans to meet current obligations.

8. Resolution to provide school lunches to children at the rate fixed by the Board.

9. Resolution to authorize the board to secure legal counsel when deemed necessary.

10. Resolution to authorize the board to continue a pupil transportation program.

11. Resolution to authorize sale of fixed assets.

12. Resolution to set Annual Meeting for September 23, 2013.

13. Community Education Report - Amy Aguado.

14. Presentation by Mr. Gobler and Mr. Palmer on providing a summer recreation program through Community Ed Levy.

15. Other business allowed by Wisconsin Statutes.

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TOWN OF WEST SWEDEN NOTICE OF SPECIAL BOARD MEETING Requesting Public Input Tuesday, September 18, 2012, at 6:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Town Board of West Sweden will hold a special meeting to discuss the following: A. ATV use on roads The Town Board of West Sweden would like to hear how the public feels about ATV use on roads. This will be your chance to speak about how you feel the board should proceed regarding ATV use on roads. A final decision whether or not to proceed with possible ATV use on roads will occur at the town board meeting immediately following.

Respectfully Submitted, Andrea Lundquist, Clerk 569591 WNAXLP 4L

FREDERIC SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION Regular Meeting Public Notice District Boardroom at the 6 - 12 School Monday, September 17, 2012, 6:30 p.m.

1. Call to Order 2. Approve Agenda 3. Reports of Officers A. Minutes from Previous Meetings B. Invoices and Receipts C. Budget D. Board Member Reports/Governance 4. Persons Requesting an Audience with the Board 5. Administrative Reports A. District Administrator B. Middle/High School C. Elementary School D. Building and Grounds E. Food Service 6. New Business A. Personnel 1. Resignations/Retirements 2. Approval of Contracts B. Resolution to Establish Short-Term Borrowing C. Technology Use Policy D. Policy Review 7. Closed Session: Wisconsin Statutes: 19.85 (1) (c)(f)(i): Personnel - Negotiations 8. Business as a Result of Closed Session 9. Adjourn 569596 4-5L

POLK COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

Polk County Government Center 100 Polk County Plaza, Balsam Lake, WI County Boardroom Tuesday, September 18, 2012 Budget Presentation 3:30 p.m.

Regular Business Meeting & Public Hearing, 6:30 p.m.

Open Session 1.

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Call to Order Evidence of Proper Notice Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Time of Reflection – Supvr. Jared Cockroft Consent Agenda * Consideration of noticed agenda for Sept. 18, 2012, meeting; * Consideration/corrections to the published minutes of the August 21, 2012, meeting 7. Presentation of the 2013 Polk County Budget and Discussion - Admin. Frey Recess and Reconvene 6:30 p.m.

8. Roll Call 9. Public Comments - 3 minutes per person - not to exceed 30 minutes total 10. Chairman’s Report, Wm. Johnson 11. Time for Committee Q&A (if any) 12. Administrator’s Report, Dana Frey 13. Update on Habitat for Humanity Projects, Eric Kube 14. Public Hearing Ordinance to Establish Fees for Unfunded Services Required by the Child Support Program Contract 15. Proposed Resolutions and Ordinances A. Resolution No.______-2012 Resolution to Grant a Zoning District Change and to Amend Zoning District Map for the Town of Milltown B. Resolution No.______-2012 Resolution to Provide for the Sale of Approximately $1,890,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes C. Resolution No.______-2012 Resolution to File Request for Waiver From State Mandate Pursuant to Section 66.0143 - Mandate to Provide Certain Audit Reports Concerning Human Services Purchase of Care and Services Contracts Under Sections 46.036 and 49.34 D. Resolution No.______-2012: Resolution to Adopt a Debt Management Policy E. Ordinance No.______-2012: Ordinance to Establish Fees for Unfunded Services Required by the Child Support Program Contract 16. Supervisors Reports 569415 4L 46a,d 17. Adjourn WNAXLP This meeting is open to the public according to Wisconsin State Statute 19.83. Persons with disabilities wishing to attend and/or participate are asked to notify the County Clerk’s office (715-485-9226) at least 24 hours in advance of the scheduled meeting time so all reasonable accommodations can be made.

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CARPENTERS WANTED!

TOWN OF EUREKA Monthly Board Meeting

NOTICE OF MEETING

TOWN OF WEST SWEDEN

Notice Is Hereby Given That The Town Board Meeting Is Scheduled To Be Held On September 18, 2012, At 7 P.M. At The Town Hall.

Agenda: 1. Call meeting to order 2. Clerk Report 3. Treasurer Report 4. Corrections on the printed agenda 5. Public input 6. Old business A. Decision by town board whether or not proceed with ATV use on roads.

B. Resolution regarding loan financing; $188K loan with semiannual payments.

C. Tree Trimming report and possible contracts.

7. Employee/Hwy. report 8. Correspondence 9. New business 10. Review bills/vouchers 11. Set next meeting date 12. Move to adjourn Respectfully Submitted, 569592 4L Andrea Lundquist, Clerk

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14323 Hwy. 70, Grantsburg or call

715-463-5300

SPECIAL TOWN MEETING TOWN OF MEENON

The Meenon Town Board Will Be Meeting On Mon., September 17, 2012, At 7 p.m. At The Meenon Town Hall For The Purpose Of Making A Decision On A Design For The Bass Lake Road Project.

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Agenda to be posted: 1) Eureka Town Hall 2) Eureka Town Garage 3) Eureka Clerk’s Office.

Agenda may also be posted on Town Web site: www.townofeureka.org

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Thursday, Sept. 13, 2012, 7 p.m. at Eureka Town Hall

We build deer shacks.

Looking for experienced carpenter to work in our shop on the day shift. Also PT evening positions available.

All positions open till 11/15.

Hourly wages + profit sharing.

Apply in person

Suzanna M. Eytcheson Meenon Town Clerk

NOTICE - SIREN SANITARY DISTRICT TOWN OF SIREN BOARD MEETINGS The Siren Sanitary District will hold their monthly Board Meeting on Thurs., Sept. 13, 2012, at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Siren Town Hall. Immediately following the Sanitary District Meeting, the Town of Siren will hold their monthly Board Meeting at approximately 6:45 p.m. The agenda will be posted. If you wish to be on the agenda, please call Mary Hunter, Clerk.

Mary Hunter, Clerk, 715-349-5119 569027 3-4L WNAXLP

HELP H E L P WANTED WA N T E D TOP SPOT Balsam Lake, WI

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715-554-2095

FOR SALE BY SEALED BID

One medium gas Ford bus, odometer: 141,495, with one wheelchair lift. Seats 12 plus 2 wheelchairs. Vehicle has had regular maintenance. No minimum bid. Vehicle available for on-site inspection at address below on Thursday, September 13, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 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 568792 3-4L Balsam Lake, WI 54810 Envelope must be clearly marked “Sealed Bid.” Bids are due by 3:30 on Thursday, September 20.

POSITION OPENINGS

Lawson Manor, a new 16-bed CBRF in Luck, WI, is looking for CNAs that are on the WI registry - CBRF certifications are a plus, but we will provide training for the CBRF certifications to the right person. Qualified persons will be responsible, dependable, flexible, energetic, have cooking skills and food safety knowledge.

We are looking to fill a part-time position day, evening and night shifts.

If this sounds like a position for you, please come in and fill out/pick up an application Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

United Pioneer Home 623 S. 2nd St. (junction of Butternut Ave. and S. Second St.) Luck, WI 54853 569550

715-472-2164

Leone M. Hughes, 91, Grantsburg, died Aug. 20, 2012.

Gayle K. Cermak, 74, Town of Jackson, died Aug. 28, 2012.

(Sept. 12, 19, 26)

(Sept. 5, 12, 19) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT BURNETT COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE NAME CHANGE OF: Rebecca Delight Glienke Notice and Order for Name Change Hearing Case No. 12CV223 NOTICE IS GIVEN: A petition has been filed asking to change the name of the person listed above: From: Rebecca Delight Glienke To: Rebecca Delight McConlay Birth Certificate: Rebecca Delight McConlay IT IS ORDERED THAT: This petition will be heard in the Circuit Court of Burnett County, State of Wisconsin: Judge Kenneth L. Kutz, Burnett County Circuit Courts, 7410 County Road K, #115, Siren, WI 54872, October 5, 2012, 11:45 a.m.

If you required reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call 715-3492147 at least ten (10) working days prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provide transportation.

BY THE COURT: /s/Kenneth L. Kutz Circuit Court Judge 569060 August 31, 2012 WNAXLP

STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF FREDERICK FRANCIS SCHULTZ Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 12 PR 43 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth April 2, 1925, and date of death August 10, 2012, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 343 McKenney Street, St. Croix Falls, WI 54024.

3. All interested persons waived notice.

4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is December 10, 2012.

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

Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar September 5, 2012 Steven J. Swanson Attorney at Law P.O. Box 609 St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 715-483-3787 569488 #1003029 WNAXLP

POLK COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY Monthly Board Meeting Thursday, September 20, 2012, 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 Business.

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BARTENDERS NEEDED

Full Time or Part Time. Hiring Immediately. Call or stop in & fill out an application.

Burnett County warrants

Burnett County deaths Vilis Vijums, 83, Town of Trade Lake, died Aug. 24, 2012.

Shawn G. Swanson, 21, St. Paul, Minn., died Aug. 12, 2012.

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POLK COUNTY POSITION ANNOUNCEMENTS C.N.A. - Golden Age Manor Various Limited Part-Time & Casual Shifts for days, nights & weekends Deadline to apply: Sept. 17, 2012

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

Claudette L. Matrious, 34, Webster, failure to pay fines, Aug. 29.

Daniel G. McGuiggan, 20, Grantsburg, failure to pay fines, Aug. 29.

Joseph E. Rogers, 25, Hertel, warrant - failure to appear, Aug. 31.

Gregory W. Snyder, 50, Hinckley, Minn., warrant - failure to appear, Aug. 31.

Clavin L. White, 29, Hinckley, Minn., failure to pay fines, Aug. 29.

Ted A. Wistrom, 29, Siren, failure to pay fines, Aug. 28.

(Sept. 12, 19, 26) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF CLARENCE LEROY JOHNSON a/k/a CLARENCE L. JOHNSON Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 12 PR 41 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth August 31, 1922, and date of death August 4, 2012, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 2090 120th Ave., Dresser, WI 54009.

3. All interested persons waived notice.

4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is December 10, 2012.

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

Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar August 30, 2012 Tamara M. Skoglund Bakke Norman, S.C. 990 Main St., Suite 200, Box 54 Baldwin, WI 54002 715-684-4545 569306 WNAXLP Bar No. 1041074

(Aug. 29, Sept. 5, 12) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF GLADYS LEONA RICHTER Deceased Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 12 PR 39 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth January 17, 1929, and date of death August 12, 2012, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 1754 325th Ave., Frederic, WI 54837.

3. All interested persons waived notice.

4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is November 30, 2012.

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

Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar August 22, 2012 Anthony G. Hochstetler, Personal Representative 1260 State Road 48 Luck, WI 54853 568354 715-472-8273 WNAXLP

BURNETT COUNTY TAX DEED LAND SALE Friday, October 5, 1:30 p.m.

Burnett County will hold a public auction of tax deed real estate in Room 165 at the Burnett County Government Center, 7410 County Road K, Siren, Wisconsin.

Information is available online at www.burnettcounty.com under Departments - County Clerk - Tax Deed Land For Sale. The brochure is also available at the County Clerk’s Office in Room 150 at the Burnett County Government Center or call 715-349-2173. whinrichs@burnettcounty.org jdystra@burnettcounty.org 568396 2-4L 44-48a-e WNAXLP

SCHOOL DISTRICT OF WEBSTER

REGULAR ROUTE SCHOOL BUS DRIVER NEEDED

A CDL with school bus endorsement is required to drive a school bus.

For more information, please contact the Transportation Director, Brian Sears, at 715-866-4281, ext. 336 or bsears@webster.k12.wi.us.

Applications are available at the Administration Office or online at www.webster.k12.wi.us. Deadline is September 21, 2012.

YOU MUST COMPLETE A POLK CO. EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION TO BE ELIGIBLE. For application, complete position requirements and details, please visit our Web site at www.co.polk.wi.us, Employment Opportunities, or in person at 100 Polk Co. Plaza, #229, Balsam Lake, or Golden Age Manor, 220 Scholl Ct., Amery, or by calling 715-485-9176.

Please, no faxed applications. AA/EEOC 569587 4L

The School District of Webster does not discriminate in education or employment based on sex, race, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or 569321 4-5L 46a parental status, sexual orientation or disability.

NOTIFICATION OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

NOTIFICATION OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

GRANTSBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT

GRANTSBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT

Part-time temporary (one year only) Special Education Aide at Nelson Primary School Job Description: This person will assist students at Nelson Primary School, support classroom instruction, supervise the playground during recesses and perform office duties as assigned.

Hours: This is a 3.5 hour a day, 4 days a week position for the days of the school year.

Qualifications: State certification as a Special Education Aide. A two-year degree or equivalent education is necessary to meet our NCLB highly qualified standards. Experience is preferred.

Rate of Pay: Per Contract Schedule.

Requirements: The ideal candidate for this position will be highly professional, confident and possess a great deal of patience.

He/she must have the desire and ability to work with children. The person will have a student-centered approach; being able to perform a wide array of duties while establishing a nurturing learning environment. Must be able to work collaboratively, follow written and/or oral directions and maintaining good work habits. Computer skills are preferred.

How to Apply: Complete a district application and submit a letter of interest by September 18, 2012. Please include an e-mail address and current references in your application materials.

Contact: Katie Coppenbarger Grantsburg Elementary School 475 East James Ave. Grantsburg, WI 54840

H.R. Contact: Kathleen Coppenbarger Job Title: 715-463-2320 Job Description: 50% FTE temporary (one year only) Early Childhood Teacher for Nelson Primary School.

Qualifications: Appropriate Wisconsin Certification: 70 Early Childhood (birth-age) 809 Early Childhood Special Education.

Requirements: The ideal candidate will have experience with Early Childhood Second Education students. Candidates should also have experience managing IEPs and desire to work in a team of collaborative progressive-thinking educators focused on the development of the whole child. Candidate must have the ability to provide a safe and positive learning environment for all students.

Technology literacy is also desired.

How to Apply: Send letter of application, resume, e-mail address, credentials, including three letters of recommendation, transcripts and a copy of license by September 18, 2012.

Employer: Grantsburg School District 475 East James Ave. Grantsburg, WI 54840 Job Address: Same as the employer address.

Web Site: www.gk12.net Description: Grantsburg School District is a PK-12 School System of 1,000 students that is located in NW Wisconsin. It is located just over an hour from the Twin Cities Metro area. Grantsburg is located on the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway and is the home of Crex Meadows 569382 4L Wildlife Center.

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

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.

Job Title:

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Notices/Employment opportunities Polk County marriages Dannielle M. Lamberty, Balsam Lake, and Albert T. Schmidt, Balsam Lake, issued Sept. 2, 2012.

Megen N. Edstrom, New Brighton, Minn., and Kevin E. Fehlen, Town of Osceola, issued Sept. 4, 2012.

Lacey L. Morse, Clear Lake, and Kevin R. Kamm, Clear Lake, issued Sept. 5, 2012.

PART-TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE Part-Time Outside Yard Part-Time Front End

Apply In Person At:

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

45-48a,d 4-7L

Must have excellent people skills and be detail oriented. Retail experience preferred but not required. Flexible schedule and benefits available. Add’l. $2.50 per hour for weekend hours.

(Sept. 5, 12, 19) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY FRANDSEN BANK & TRUST, Plaintiff, vs.

CODY J. DONALD, and RACHEL L. ERICKSON f/k/a Rachel L. Donald, and CUMBERLAND MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, DEFENDANTS. CASE NO. 12 CV 280 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE By virtue of and pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above-entitled action on June 14, 2012, in the amount of $132,746.40, I will sell the described premises at public auction at the Main Front Entrance of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, in the Village of Balsam Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin, Thursday, September 27, 2012, at 10:00 o’clock a.m.

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

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

3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax. DESCRIPTION: Part of the Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter, Section Twenty-seven (27), Township Thirty-six (36) North, of Range Seventeen (17) West, Village of Luck, Polk County, Wisconsin, described as Lot 3 of Certified Survey Map No. 3383, recorded in Volume 15, Page 150, as Document No. 613944. An undivided Interest in the Westerly 100 feet of that part of Lot 1, Block “A,” Rearrangement of Block “A” of Schow and Butts Addition lying South of Lake Street, located in Government Lot 5, Section 27, Township 36 North, Range 17 West, Village of Luck, Polk County, Wis. PIN: 146-00456-0330.

STREET ADDRESS: 110 N. Lake Street, Luck, WI 54853.

Dated at Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, this 20th day of August, 2012.

Peter M. Johnson, Sheriff Polk County, Wisconsin Steven J. Swanson / #1003029 Attorney at Law P.O. Box 609 105 South Washington Street St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 715-483-3787 568691 WNAXLP

Linda K. Wilson, Cumberland, and Lionel J. Fortin, Town of McKinley, issued Sept. 5, 2012.

Stephanie R. Carlson, St. Croix Falls, and Joseph G. Stage, St. Croix Falls, issued Sept. 6, 2012.

Jennifer J. Viebrock, Town of Garfield, and Mark G. Brenizer, Town of Garfield, issued Sept. 6, 2012.

TOWN OF STERLING MONTHLY TOWN BOARD MEETING The Monthly Town Board Meeting Will Be Held September 17, 2012, At The Cushing Community Center At 7:00 p.m.

Agenda: Clerk minutes; Treasurer report; Possible decision delinquent town lease; Update on beaver control; Citizen concerns; Discuss township roads for ATV use; Approve operator licenses; Sign Lakes Gas agreements; Road maint. report, Set Oct. agenda; Pay bills and Adjournment.

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(Sept. 5, 12, 19, 26, Oct. 3, 10) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Gordon Meland and Vida Meland, husband and wife, 25383 Iris Avenue, Forest Lake, MN 55025, Plaintiffs, vs.

Mark P. Forster, c/o Peter Forster, 1549 120th Street, Centuria, WI 54824, and Cumberland Memorial Hospital, 1110 7th Avenue Cumberland, WI 54829, and Bobbye Svitak, 1930 220th Street Centuria, WI 54824, and State of Wisconsin Department Of Workforce Development, 201 E. Washington Avenue, Madison, WI 53703, Defendants.

NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Code No. 30404 Case No. 12-CV-353 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure and sale entered in the above-entitled action on the 9th day of August, 2012, the undersigned Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell at public auction on the front steps of the Polk County Courthouse in Balsam Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin, on the 16th day of October, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. the real estate directed by said judgment to be sold, and therein described as follows: Part of the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter, Section 8, Township 35 North of Range 17 West, Village of Milltown, Polk County, Wisconsin, described as follows: Beginning at a point 314 feet North on the Section line of the corners of Sections 7, 8, 17 and 18, in Township 35 North, Range 17 West, and 143 feet East of said Section line, this being the point of beginning; thence East to the Southwest corner of Lot 13, Block 3, Baker’s Addition to the Village of Milltown; thence North on the West line of said Lot 13, 107.5 feet to the Northwest corner of said Lot 13; thence West to a point North of the point of beginning; thence South on a course parallel with the West line of said Lot 13 to the point of beginning.

Dated this 30th day of August, 2012. /s/Polk County Sheriff George W. Benson Attorney for Plaintiffs Benson Law Office LLC Wis. State Bar No. 1012978 P.O. Box 370, Siren, WI 54872 715-349-5215 568883 WNAXLP

Amber M. Zepaltas, City of Altoona, and Ryan R. Dewey, St. Croix Falls, issued Sept. 6, 2012.

Hailey J. Giller, Luck, and Jacob M. Freedlund, Town of Fish Lake, Minn., issued Sept. 6, 2012.

Pamela J. Schustak, Town of Lincoln, and Donald Wayne Talmage Jr., Town of Lincoln, issued Sept. 6, 2012.

(Sept. 12, 19, 26) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY CIVIL DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR CREDIT SUISSE FIRST BOSTON MORTGAGE SECURITES CORP., CSAB MORTGAGE-BACKED TRUST 2006-4, CSAB MORTGAGEBACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-4 Plaintiff vs.

RICHARD M. LEROUX; TERI NORD; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR FIRST STATE MORTGAGE CORPORATION; Defendants NOTICE OF ADJOURNED SHERIFF’S SALE Case No. 11 CV 475 Case Code No. 30404 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on February 3, 2012, in the amount of $222,575.46, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: August 30, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

ADJOURNED TIME: October 11, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

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

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

3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax from the proceeds of the sale upon confirmation of the court.

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

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: Part of the Northeast OneQuarter (1/4) of the Southeast One-Quarter (1/4) of Section Twenty-Three (23), in Township Thirty-Three (33), North, Range Eighteen (18) West, in the Town of Osceola, Polk County, Wisconsin, described as follows: Commencing at the Northeast corner of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4; thence South 400 feet along the section line to the point of beginning; thence West 408 feet parallel to the North 40 line; thence South 216 feet parallel with the East section line; thence East 408 feet parallel with the North 40 line; thence North 216 feet on the East section line to the point of beginning. Excepting therefrom the lands conveyed on Warranty Deed recorded on November 18, 2009, as Document No. 766039.

TAX KEY NO.: 042-00517-0000.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 839 190th St., Dresser, Wisconsin 54009.

Adam C. Lueck State Bar No. 1081386 Attorney for Plaintiff 230 W. Monroe St. Chicago, IL 60606 Phone: 312-541-9710 Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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Jenna L. Swanson, Town of Farmington, and Daniel K. Mewes II, Town of Farmington, issued Sept. 6, 2012.

Terra M. Johnson, City of Andover, Minn., and Daniel J. Eller, City of Andover, Minn., issued Sept. 6, 2012.

(Aug. 22, 29, Sept. 5, 12, 19, 26) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY EVERBANK, Plaintiff, vs.

STEVEN J. SCHNEIDER and JANE DOE unknown spouse of Steven J. Schneider and JOHN R. SCHNEIDER and BARBARA J. SCHNEIDER husband and wife Defendants.

Case No. 11-CV-245 Code No. 30404 Foreclosure of Mortgage Dollar Amount Greater Than $5,000.00 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on July 19, 2011, in the amount of $76,221.67, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: October 9, 2012, at 10:00 o’clock a.m.

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

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

3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center located at 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin.

DESCRIPTION: A parcel of land located in the Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (SE 1/4 NE 1/4), and the Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (NE 1/4 of SE 1/4), Section 12, Township 34 North, Range 16 West, Town of Apple River, described as follows: Commencing at a 2” iron pipe monument located approximately 33 feet West of and 44 feet North of the East quarter corner of Section 12; thence South 86˚ 39’ 34” West, 218.71 feet; thence South 86˚ 42’ 28” West, 37.33 feet; thence South 78˚ 53’ 46” West, 180.70 feet; thence South 86˚ 08’ 06” West, 288.14 feet to a 1” iron pipe monument and the point of beginning; thence South 05˚ 37’ 18” West 125.96 feet to a 1” iron pipe monument; thence South 82˚ 33’ 37” West, 188.00 feet to a 1” iron pipe monument; thence North 04˚ 25’ 30” West, 252.78 feet to a 1” iron pipe monument; thence South 76˚ 43’ 33” East, 99.40 feet to a 1” iron pipe monument; thence South 56˚ 48’ 19” East, 145.21 feet to the point of beginning.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1649 60th Street, Town of Apple River.

TAX KEY NO.: 004-00400-0000.

Dated: August 21, 2012.

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

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Kenneth H. Gale, 46, Webster, speeding, $225.70.

Mandie M. Rixman, 32, Danbury, disorderly conduct, $330.50.

NOTICE FOR ANNUAL DISTRICT MEETING FREDERIC SCHOOL DISTRICT [Section 120.08(1)]

Notice is hereby given to qualified electors of the Frederic School District that the annual meeting of said district for the transaction of business, will be held in the 7 - 12 School Commons, on the 24th day of September, 2012, at six-thirty o’clock p.m.

Rebecca Amundson, Clerk

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Notice of meeting read by clerk Budget hearing chaired by the president Explanation of budget by superintendent Opportunity for budget recommendation by electors in attendance Adjourn budget hearing Annual meeting called to order by the president Election of chairperson for annual meeting Reading of minutes by the clerk Reading of treasurer’s report by the treasurer Reading of the auditor’s report by the treasurer Resolutions A. Transportation B. Accident insurance coverage C. Food service program D. Sale of property E. Textbooks F. Board salaries G. Budget H. Tax levy Motion to set annual meeting date Other business 569595 4-5L Adjournment of meeting

(Aug. 22, 29, Sept. 5, 12, 19, 26) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Emmert and Sons, Plaintiff, -andDonald L. Michaelson, Laura S. Michaelson, Capital One Bank USA, State of Wisconsin, United States of America, Internal Revenue Service, Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development, and Wisconsin Department of Revenue.

Defendants.

Case No. 11-CV-433 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on February 24, 2012 in the amount of $131,101.78, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: September 27, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 1. 10% of the successful bid must be paid to the Polk County Clerk of Courts at the time of sale in cash, cashier’s check, or certified funds from the bank (personal checks cannot and will not be accepted). You must have 10% of whatever you are prepared to bid with you. The balance of the successful bid must be paid to the Polk County Clerk of Courts in cash, cashier’s check, or certified funds within 10 days of the Confirmation of Sale. Failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to the plaintiff.

2. The property is sold ‘as is’ and subject to all liens and encumbrances.

3. Buyer to pay all applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax. Buyer to pay the cost of title evidence.

PLACE: The front lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin.

DESCRIPTION/PARCEL #:Part of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter, Section 8, Township 35 North, Range 17 West, Village of Milltown, Polk County, Wisconsin, described as follows: Commencing at the Northwest corner of Block “D,” First

Addition to the Village of Milltown; thence North 00˚14’ East 8.0 feet on the West line of said Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter; thence South 89˚44’ East 301.00 feet; thence North 00˚14’ East 146.00 feet; thence South 89˚44’ East 168 feet to the point of beginning; thence South 00˚14’ West 270 feet to the North right of way of Bering Street; then South 89˚44’ East 170 feet on said right of way; thence North 31˚50’ West 318.73 feet to the point of beginning, Except that portion described in Volume 372, page 237, Document No. 361558. And part of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter, Section 8, Township 35 North, Range 17 West, Village of Milltown, Polk County Wisconsin, described as follows: Commencing at the South Quarter corner of said Section 8; thence North 00˚05’56” West, along the North-South Quarter line, 318.91 feet; thence North 89˚55’12” West, 624.50 feet to the point of beginning, said point being 2-inch iron pipe at the intersection of the North line of Bering Street and Northwest line of Stokely Road; thence North 89˚55’12” West along the South line of said Lot 1, 49.42 feet; thence North 32˚09’18” West along the West line of said Lot 1, 319.17 feet; thence South 89˚55’12” East 78.00 feet; thence South 27˚36’28” East 304.89 feet to the point of beginning, being part of Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 1983, recorded in volume 9, page 131.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 109 Bering Street East, Milltown, Wisconsin 54848.

DATE: August 21, 2012.

Peter Johnson Polk County Sheriff The Law Office of M. E. Ludt, LLC Attorneys for the Petitioner 717 Myrtle Street West Stillwater, Minnesota 55082 (651) 430-9700 The Law Office of M. E. Ludt, LLC, is attempting to collect a debt on our client’s behalf and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If you have previously received a discharge in a chapter 7 bankruptcy case, this communication should not be construed as an attempt to hold you personally liable for the debt.

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NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARING LUCK SCHOOL DISTRICT (Section 65.90 (4))

Notice is hereby given to the qualified electors of the School District of Luck that the budget hearing will be held at the Luck schools in the elementary gym on the 24th day of September, 2012, at 8 p.m. Detailed copies of the budget are available for inspection in the District’s administration office.

LeRoy Buck, Clerk

GENERAL FUND

BALANCE SHEET (End of Year) Assets Liabilities Fund Balance

ACTUAL 2009 - 10 1,912,661 1,148,211 764,450

ACTUAL 2010 - 11 1,903,148 965,568 937,579

ACTUAL 2011 - 12 2,138,464 1,038,918 1,099,546

BUDGET 2012 - 13 1,778,998 970,000 808,998

REVENUES & OTHER FINANCING Operating Transfers - In (100) Local Sources (200) Intermediate Sources (3, 4, 500) State Sources (600) Federal Sources (700) All Other Sources (800, 900) TOTAL REV. & OTHER FIN. SOURCES

0 2,844,114 285,756 2,438,035 308,903 10,558 5,887,366

0 2,745,850 322,470 2,768,655 237,961 728 6,075,664

0 2,688,603 378,237 2,558,204 275,501 1,752 5,902,297

0 2,770,629 383,491 2,405,067 206,191 0 5,765,378

EXPENDITURES & OTHER FIN. USES Instruction (Function 100000) Support Services (Function 200000) Nonprogram Transactions TOTAL EXP. & OTHER FIN. USES

3,207,379 1,978,917 772,006 5,958,302

3,159,873 2,037,833 704,827 5,902,533

2,988,442 1,964,035 787,853 5,740,330

3,049,346 1,950,210 1,056,370 6,055,926

29,279 279 29,900 5,764 10,107

27,915 0 27,915 3,549 4,634

31,150 61 31,089 7,489 4,324

37,589 0 37,589 11,600 5,100

117,601 117,601 0

72,977 72,977 0

84,124 84,124 0

89,200 89,200 0

380,045 204,081 211,387 795,513

308,184 196,200 152,735 657,119

349,850 227,905 127,492 705,247

424,088 173,179 120,651 717,918

487,097 212,083 96,333 795,513

454,357 148,025 54,737 657,119

458,618 161,685 84,944 705,247

491,340 164,422 62,156 717,918

240,446 0 240,446 512,209 510,899

40,931 0 40,931 1,201,269 1,401,744

7,141 0 7,141 271,172 304,962

5,111 0 5,111 296,830 298,860

DONATIONS PROJECT FUND 21 Assets Liabilities Fund Balance REV. & OTHER FINANCING SOURCES EXP. & OTHER FINANCING USES

SPECIAL ED FUND 27

Assets Liabilities Fund Balance REVENUES & OTHER FINANCING SOURCES Operating Transfers - In (100) Intermediate & State (300 - 600) Federal Sources (700) TOTAL REVENUES & FINANCING SOURCES EXPENDITURES & OTHER FINANCING USES Instruction Support Nonprogram TOTAL EXPENDITURES & FINANCING USES

DEBT SERVICE FUND

Assets Liabilities Fund Balance REVENUES & OTHER FINANCING SOURCES EXPENDITURES & OTHER FINANCING USES

EXPENDABLE & NONEXPENDABLE TRUST FUNDS - SCHOLARSHIPS Assets Liabilities Fund Balance REVENUES & OTHER FINANCING SOURCES EXPENDITURES & OTHER FINANCING USES

BUILDING FUND PROGRAM

Assets Liabilities Fund Balance REVENUES & OTHER FIN. SOURCES EXPENDITURES & OTHER FINANCING USES

FOOD SERVICE FUND

Assets Liabilities Fund Balance REVENUES & OTHER FINANCING SOURCES Operating Transfers - In Intermediate & Federal Sources TOTAL REVENUES EXPENDITURES & OTHER FINANCING USES

COMMUNITY EDUCATION FUND

Assets Liabilities Fund Balance REVENUES & OTHER FINANCING SOURCES EXPENDITURES & OTHER FINANCING USES

54,278 0 54,278 4,977 7,150

53,866 0 53,866 6,206 6,618

54,460 0 54,460 4,344 3,750

54,510 0 54,510 4,050 4,000

0 0 0 0 0

0 0 0 0 0

0 0 0 0 0

0 0 0 0 0

8,618 1,171 7,447

502 502 0

326 316 0

295 295 0

0 252,905 252,905 247,117

4,042 239,205 243,247 243,247

27,250 231,093 258,343 258,343

10,747 243,850 254,597 254,597

7,353 182 7,171 31,856 33,135

3,530 302 3,229 25,964 29,907

11,122 176 10,946 38,755 31,038

15,386 200 15,186 44,000 39,760

TOTAL EXPENDITURES - ALL FUNDS

Gross Total Expenditures 7,562,224 8,253,251 7,047,995 7,376,161 Less: Interfund Transfers 380,045 312,226 377,100 434,835 Net Total Expenditures 7,182,179 7,941,025 6,670,895 6,941,326 Increase - Net Total All Funds 758,846 -1,270,130 270,431 **2010-11 gross expenses include $860,000 refinance of debt payment, actual decrease would be $101,154 over 09-10 and a decrease of $410,130 over 11-12 budget.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY

FUND General Fund Debt Service Fund Community Service Fund TOTAL SCHOOL LEVY

COMPARATIVE MILL RATE: General Fund Debt Service Fund Building Fund Community Service Fund TOTAL Actual Equalized Values $315,650,749 - 2011 337,404,287 - 2010 348,456,938 - 2009 360,190,191 - 2008

356,708,842 - 2007 337,121,257 - 2006 303,919,055 - 2005 284,370,934 - 2004

ACTUAL 2009 - 10 2,784,448 512,200 16,000 3,312,648

ACTUAL 2010 - 11 2,682,368 314,862 16,000 3,013,230

7.990 1.469 0.000 0.046 9.505

7.950 0.924 0.000 0.047 8.921

256,979,673 - 2003 230,184,557 - 2002 198,340,044 - 2001 171,828,326 - 2000

ACTUAL 2011 - 12 2,623,227 271,167 21,000 2,915,394

BUDGET 2012 - 13 2,717,650 296,830 30,000 3,044,480

8.311 8.832 0.859 0.965 0.000 0.000 0.067 0.097 9.237 9.894 Estimate $307,708,873 569597 4L WNAXLP 142,561,025 - 1999 110,144,808 - 1998 97,305,143 - 1997 90,552,190 - 1996

(Sept. 12, 19, 26, Oct. 3, 10, 17) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Central Bank, a Minnesota banking corporation 304 Cascade Street Osceola, Wisconsin 54020, Plaintiff, vs.

Brenda G. Johnson, through her heirs, 806 Horse Lake Lane Dresser, Wisconsin 54009, Mona L. Smith 806 Horse Lake Lane Dresser, Wisconsin 54009, John Doe, Mary Roe, and XYZ corporation, Defendants.

Case Type: 30404 Case No. 12CV181 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 July 27, 2012, the Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell the following described real property at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: November 1, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

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

PLACE: Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810 LEGAL DESCRIPTION: The following two parcels of land in Government Lot Two (2), Section Twenty-three (23), Township Thirty-three (33) North, Range Eighteen (18) West; Parcel One: Commencing at a point on the East line of said Government Lot 2, 798 feet North of the South quarter corner of said Section 23, thence West parallel to the North line of said Government Lot 2 a distance of 835 feet, to a point which is point of beginning of the parcel described herein, thence North 261 feet parallel with the East line of said Government Lot 2, thence West parallel with the North line of said Government Lot 2 to the East edge of the right of way of the town road which runs across said Government Lot 2 parallel to the East shore of Horse Lake, thence South

along said town road right of way a distance of approximately 261 feet to the South line of the first parcel described in deed recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds of Polk County in Volume 433 of Records, page 867, Document No. 403725, thence East along the South line of the first parcel described in deed recorded in the office of the Polk County Register of Deeds in Volume 433 of Records, page 867, Document No. 403725, to the point of beginning.

Parcel Two: Commencing at a point on the East line of said Government Lot 2, 798 feet North of the South quarter corner of said Section 23, thence West parallel with the North line of said Government Lot 2 to an iron pipe stake on the meander line on the shore of Horse Lake, which is the point of beginning of the parcel herein described, thence Northerly along the meander line of Horse Lake a distance of 100 feet, thence East parallel with the North line of said Government Lot 2 to the West edge of the right of way of the town road, which runs across said Government Lot 2 parallel to the East shore of Horse Lake, thence South along said Town Road right of way a distance of approximately 100 feet, thence West parallel with the North line of said Government Lot 2 and along the South line of the first parcel described in deed recorded in the office of the Polk County Register of Deeds in Volume 433 of Records, page 867, Document No. 403725, to the point of beginning; EXCEPT parcels described in Volume 445 Records, page 135, Document No. 411413; Town of Osceola, Polk County Wisconsin (collectively, “Property”).

(FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY: Plaintiff believes that the property address is 806 Horse Lake Lane, Osceola, Wisconsin) Dated: August 20, 2012.

Peter Johnson Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin THIS INSTRUMENT WAS DRAFTED BY: ANASTASI & ASSOCIATES, P.A. 14985 60th Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 (651) 439-2951 Garth G. Gavenda/#16049 569309 WNAXLP

(Sept. 12, 19, 26) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Bank of America, N.A., successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. Plaintiff vs.

LISA D. WENELL, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 176 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on June 13, 2012, in the amount of $125,291.16, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: October 9, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

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

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

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

DESCRIPTION: A parcel of land located in the Northwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 33, Township 34 North, Range 17 West, described as follows: Commencing at the Northwest corner of said forty-acre tract; thence South on West boundary line thereof, 375 feet to a point; thence East on a course parallel with North boundary line of said forty, 550 feet to a point; thence North on a course parallel with the West boundary line of said forty, 375 feet to North boundary line of said forty; thence West on the North boundary line of said forty, 550 feet to point of beginning, Town of Balsam Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1294 160th Street, St. Croix Falls, WI 54024.

TAX KEY NO.: 006-00991-0000 Dated this 7th day of September, 2012. /s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Dustin A. McMahon Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1086857 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 569490 262-790-5719 WNAXLP Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 2131503

WISCONSIN HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Applications for the 2012-2013 Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program heating season will be taken at Polk County Human Services Department, 100 Polk County Plaza, Suite 50, Balsam Lake, Wis., on following dates and times: DATE Wednesday, October 3, 2012 Wednesday, October 17, 2012 Wednesday, November 7, 2012

TIME 9 a.m. - Noon & 1 - 3:30 p.m.

9 a.m. - Noon & 1 - 3:30 p.m.

9 a.m. - Noon & 1 - 3:30 p.m.

When applying you must provide the following items: * Social Security cards for all household members if you have not applied for energy assistance or other public assistance in the last three (3) years. * Heat and electric costs for the previous 12 months. * Name of heat and electric companies and your account numbers. * Proof of gross income received in the three (3) calendar months prior to the month of application. * Picture ID for new applicants.

INCOME GUIDELINES FOR THE 2012-2013 WHEAP HEATING SEASON HOUSEHOLD SIZE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

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Fallen fi firrefi fig ghters memorial has a Burnett County beginning

by Sherill Summer Leader staff writer WEBSTER – Imagine a heroic scene where a firefighter carries a child out of a building.

Tragically, some firefighters don’t live through such scenes and many others like them. The Minnesota Fire Service Foundation has organized the creation of a fallen firefighters memorial that is going to be placed on the state Capitol grounds in St. Paul. The dedication ceremony is Sunday, Sept. 30.

The memorial will consist of a cast bronze firefighter carrying a child surrounded by a pavilion of sorts. Numerous steel posts rise from the ground to the roof resembling studs of a building. On these circular posts are names of Minnesota firefighters who have died in the line of duty. In the middle of the roof, directly above the bronze statue, a circular shaft is open to the sky.

This story has a local angle.

Gary Pavlicek of EDR Limited, located on Big Sand Lake near Hertel, fabricated the pavilion for the memorial. They have been working on it since June.

An artist’s rendition of the memorial as it will look, once completed. Special photo

The dedication ceremony in St. Paul, Minn., will be Sunday, Sept. 30.

The pavilion was fabricated in two each halves, weighting about 18,000 pounds.

They were loaded onto trucks on Friday, Sept. 7, to make the journey to St. Paul.

Shown is an engraved name of a Minnesota firefighter who died in the line of duty. The post it is engraved on is one of 86 sleeves that is part of a fallen firefighters memorial that will be placed on the Minnesota state Capitol grounds in St. Paul.

On Friday, Sept. 7, it was loaded onto a truck for the journey to St. Paul in time for the dedication ceremony.

Pavlicek said the pavilion was not easy to create. The roof of the pavilion is made of steel and measures roughly 22 by 44 feet. To create it, the roof was made in two parts, each half weights about 18,000 pounds. In the middle, where the shaft is cut out so that it is open to the sky, it is lined by polished stainless steel that was created in New York. The roof is held up by the posts, and there are a total of 86 with inscriptions, two for each post. Not only are there a lot of parts to the pavilion, but the roof is set at an angle.

Pavlicek gives credit to Dave Crane of Siren for figuring out the angles of the posts so that the whole structure would be level even if it was set at an angle. He called Crane a “mathematical genius,” and adds, “We could have never done it without his work. It was a lot of teamwork, a lot of really good people all working together to make the thing go.”

Pavlicek said he was honored to work on the project.

“This is all about giving credit to public servants of law enforcement and firefighters for the risk they take to protect our lives and make our situation a much safer one ... sometimes we miss the boat in understanding how many people - especially in rural America, are volunteers for these jobs - and how great a job they are doing.”

For more information about the memorial, visit mffma.org.

A glimpse of the memorial where it was created on Big Sand Lake near Hertel, in Burnett County. Notice the angle of the roof. Gary Pavlicek gives credit to Dave Crane of Siren for working out the angles of the memorial.

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Homecoming court

Siren

The Siren homecoming court is shown back row (L to R): Josh Lemieux, Reuben Mixsooke and Hunter Wikstrom. Front row: Elizabeth Brown, Raven Emery, Shay Johnson, Brittany Coulter and Kyiasha Kettula. The king and queen were chosen Sunday at the homecoming bonfire with Josh Lemiuex being crowned king and Kyaisha Kettula being crowned queen. The homecoming dance will be held Friday evening following the 7 p.m. football game against Prairie Farm at the high school.

Homecoming activites held throughout the week include powder-puff football Wednesday at 6:30 p.m., volleyball game against St. Croix Falls at 7:30 p.m. and the homecoming parade on Main Street beginning at 2 p.m. on Friday afternoon. - Photo

by Mackenzie Erickson

Red Arrow Brigade faces possible deployment

by Gilman Halsted Wisconsin Public Radio STATEWIDE – The Wisconsin National Guard's Red Arrow Brigade just received notification they may be deployed to Afghanistan in the fall of 2013. The notification is only for potential deployment and there is no indication how many of the 3,400 members of the brigade would be called up.

Guard spokesperson Lt. Col. Jackie Guthrie says it is helpful when soldiers get this much advance notice.

"Eleven years ago today we responded within hours.

We can and will do that today if needed, but when we can tell our soldiers, their families and their employers that they're being considered for a deployment a year out, then we're going to do that too."

In 2009, the entire Red Arrow Brigade was called up to serve in Iraq. Guard officials have no comment on why this deployment has been scheduled when president Obama has announced a gradual drawdown of troops in Afghanistan over the next two years. Currently more than 400 Wisconsin Army National Guard troops are serving in Afghanistan.

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Local teen spreads word of Christ in his first mission trip to Olympic Games in London

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer GRANTSBURG – With the spirit and passion of a well-trained athlete headed for the Olympic Games, a local 17-yearold embarked on his own kind of Olympic journey recently when he spent 10 days in London during the Olympic Games. Biorn Peterson, son of Norm and Julie Peterson of Trade Lake, spent his 10 days in Britain not competing, but spreading the true message of the gospel of Christ, shortly after the Summer Games began, from Aug. 2-10.

“There was about 100 people there,” Peterson said. “We were in Britain for 10 days, seven of which were spent on the street witnessing about Jesus and handing out the booklets we had been supplied with.” The booklets came in several different languages including English, Spanish, Russian, German, French, Arabic and Chinese.

“It was incredibly enjoyable but it was a lot of hard work,” said Peterson, who stayed almost four hours away from London at a retreat center with about 100 others sharing in his same mission. The group would make a 3-1/2- or four-hour trip to London each morning, and do it all over again the following day. The retreat center was located in a country setting not unlike Petersons home in Trade Lake, with exception of the rustic architecture so common to the area.

“I really did love their architecture.

Their architecture was much more complicated and beautiful looking,” Peterson said, but it wasn’t the architecture that lured him to London. A devout evangelist, Peterson was set on spreading the

Biorn Peterson (right) of Trade Lake stands near the Clock Tower of the Palace of Westminster, also known as Big Ben. Peterson is pictured with friend Ethan Foley. word of Christ and sharing the truth with those unfamiliar with it.

Peterson first found out about the mission trip through a friend he met while taking an online class through Answers in Genesis, which, according to wikipedia.org, “is a nonprofit Christian apologetics ministry with a particular focus on supporting young Earth creationism and a literal interpretation of the Book of Genesis.” The organization has been doing missions at Olympic events since they were held in Sydney in 2000.

Peterson is a home-schooled student who has been involved with AIG for about five years and while taking the online class, he was introduced to Avery Foley, who made the suggestion that Peterson make the trip to London along with the 100 other people from AIG. Foley is from Ontario, Canada, and had been to the previous Winter Olympics in Vancouver. Excited about going on his very first mission, Peterson raised his own funding for the trip through fundraising efforts and other money he earned leading up to

London. His mission, it appears, was accomplished not only in spreading the word of Christ but also in reaching out to others.

Over the course of the 10-day trip, the group was successful in distributing 52,000 booklets along with having conversations with 4,200 people, while also giving their own personal testimonies on the streets of London.

“Twenty-seven people accepted Jesus as their Lord and Savior,” Peterson said, but also commented that it was a personal journey as well.

“It was an amazing experience for me. It gave me boldness to speak about the Lord and opened my eyes to how many people really do not understand the true message of the gospel of Christ. That being that Christ is the only way to God and that salvation is a free gift,” he said.

Although Peterson wasn’t able to attend any of the Olympic events because of scheduling conflicts, and overall expenses of the events, he has since been able to share his experiences with others around him, including the River Valley Christian Church near St. Croix Falls.

“I have shared what I did, and what happened with pretty much anyone I get in a conversation with,” Peterson said.

Plans for another mission trip are certainly on Peterson’s mind, including Rio in 2016, but he realizes a lot can change from now until then, so it’s tough to say.

What likely won’t change however, is Peterson’s passion for his beliefs, and spreading the word about the true gospel of Christ.

“Evangelism can be easy, but it can also be pretty hard at the same time. I was very surprised with how many people didn’t really fully grasp the message of Christ as you would expect them to,” he said.

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Biorn Peterson and friend Avery Foley standing outside near London’s famous Tower Bridge. Peterson said it was Foley who encouraged him to go on a mission trip to London for the Summer Olympic Games. – Photos submitted

Avery Foley, friend of Biorn Peterson, hands out a booklet to a pedestrian during the Olympic Games in London.

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Mission trip/from page 1

About 100 people from the organization Answers in Genesis spent 10 days during the Olympic Games in London. While there, they distributed 52,000 booklets, had conversations with 4,200 people and gave their own personal testimonies on the streets of London. Twenty-seven people accepted Jesus as their Lord and Savior according to Biorn Peterson, a 17-year-old home-schooled student from the Trade Lake area, who also participated. It was his first mission trip. – Photos submitted

Kasey Johnson to state pedal pull Kasey Johnson of Cushing is on his way to the state pedal pull for a second year in a row. Kasey has competed in 17 pedal pulls this summer and has placed first in all but one where he took second. The state pedal pull is in Reedsburg on Saturday, Sept. 15. Photo submitted Biorn Peterson is shown here on the streets of London, witnessing about Jesus and handing out the booklets he was supplied with through an organization called Answers in Genesis.

The booklets came in several different languages including English, Spanish, Russian, German, French, Arabic and Chinese.

Acclaimed artist Joyce Staley donates painting to foundation ST. CROIX FALLS – Joyce Staley, an area resident and a classically trained artist, recently donated an original work to be auctioned at the upcoming St. Croix Valley Health Care Foundation Gala fundraising dinner on Thursday, Sept. 27.

“It seems that even as a young child I was always painting something, although I never had access to art classes,” remembers Staley, “and it wasn’t until I was nearly 30 years old that I began to take painting seriously.” Fortunately for Staley, and those who love her work, she has been fortunate to find, study and work in various painting styles with a number of noted artists including Linn Strong, Dorothy Berringer and, eventually, Taylors Falls resident and renowned painter Mary Pettis. “Until meeting Mary, I had more or less been taking on the style of whomever I was working with,” Staley said. “With Mary, however, I began to develop my own individual style while studying extensively with her for nearly four years.” Staley began painting in the classical realism style, and is now primarily doing plein air, French for in the open air.

Working mostly in the Midwest, Staley loves its changing seasons. “It‘s hard to imagine anything more beautiful than our earth, and it provides me with all the canvases I could ever fill,” she says. “So often I see and discover things that have passed unnoticed. It’s an understanding or a feeling, which eventually becomes a painting. I can’t really express what I see and feel with words, so my words are translated with a paintbrush.”

Staley views painting and other creative activities as “simply good for one’s soul. It’s a way to get outside one’s day-to-day life for a while,” she says. “At times, of course, there are challenges. One gets stuck, and nothing seems to come out right. However, those challenges keep me engaged because they force me to learn and Joyce Staley, an area resident and artist, recently donated an original paintgrow.” ing to be auctioned at the upcoming St. Croix Valley Health Care Foundation “We are incredibly excited to be able to offer a work of art of this caliber to our gala participants,” said San- Gala fundraising dinner on Thursday, Sept. 27, at Trollhaugen in Dresser. Photo submitted

dra Williams, St. Croix Regional Medical Center director of development. “Someone will go home with a true treasure that night!”

For more information and to view samples of Staley’s paintings, you may go online to lakesidestudioart.com, or call 715-483-5772 to leave a message. You may also visit the St. Croix Falls Public Library where a number of her works are on display. Staley also provides professional and comprehensive picture-framing service which includes machine mat cutting, various glass options and custom framing.

The Foundation Gala, with an Anchors Away theme, will be held Thursday, Sept. 27, at 6 p.m., at the Trollhaugen Conference Center in Dresser. “Here’s a chance to support the work of the Health Care Foundation and patients at SCRMC and have a great time with friends,” said Williams. The evening will include a silent and live auction with such items as Joyce Staley’s painting of the Lake of the Dalles, football tickets, a fly-in to Cabela’s, jewelry, golf and crystal. Attendees may also purchase a key to win a Caribbean cruise or a $1,000 travel voucher. Contact Laurie Nelson at 715-483-0587 to reserve your place for dinner or for information.

The St. Croix Valley Health Care Foundation is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to conduct charitable, educational, scientific and fundraising activities to promote quality health care in the St. Croix Valley. Its activities focus on health care, community service, scholarships and education. – submitted

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My sister is so

Just for

dumb. Last week, she and her girlfriend were speeding down the highway at well Joe Roberts over a 100 miles per hour.

“Hey,” asked my sister’s girlfriend, “See any cops following us?”

My sister turned around for a long look. “As a matter of fact, there is.”

“Oh, noooo!” yelled her pal. “Are his flashing lights on?”

My sister turned around again and said. “Yup ... nope ... yup ... nope ... yup ... “

laughs

Friends of Crex membership meeting welcomes public GRANTSBURG - The Friends of Crex is inviting the general public to join them for their 28th-annual membership meeting on Sunday, Sept. 16, at 1 p.m., in the auditorium at the Crex Meadows Wildlife Education and Visitor Center at 102 East Crex Ave., Grantsburg. This is a great chance to get all the latest news about Crex Meadows, the education center and the Friends of Crex.

The meeting includes updates of all the happenings with the Friends of Crex and the education center. It also includes an election for the board of directors and door prizes. The social hour, following the meeting, provides a good opportunity to catch up with old friends and visit with other members of the organization. Afterward there will be treats and coffee in the classroom.

Northwest Wisconsin’s Concentrated Employment Program will be speaking about their Crex Meadows Youth Conservation Camp. This camp is a very unique opportunity for eligible teens from northwest Wisconsin. Campers work with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources on conservation projects at Crex Meadows Wildlife Area and Governor Knowles State Forest and are paid for their labor, which is an unusual feature for a summer camp and holds great interest for campers.

In addition, campers participate in a hands-on science and life-skill based curriculum. Local school districts support the camp by rewarding the campers with science or elective credit that can be used toward high school graduation. The combination of a paycheck and school credit makes the Crex Meadows Youth Camp distinctive from nearly all other North American summer camps. Come learn more about this great partner of Crex Meadows. - submitted

Interstate Park Ice Age Tour ST. CROIX FALLS – On Monday evening, Sept. 17, the Polk County Master Gardeners volunteers will be enjoying a walk and discussion on the Pothole Trail at Interstate Park in St. Croix Falls with naturalist Julie Fox. They will hear how the potholes were formed, learn about the ferns and other plants along the trail and just enjoy an evening outdoors in this great state park.

There will be free passes to the park available for that evening, however, the park has requested to have a general count of vehicles. Therefore, if you are interested please call Jackie at 715-268-8786 or Sally at 715-268-2916.

Please join them for what promises to be an relaxing and enjoyable evening. - submitted

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Cold turkey

This weekend Milo finally

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found a job.

Back home at the farmhouse, my dog Milo has a lot of responsibilities. His nemesis, the woodchuck, lives under the Carrie Classon barn and keeps him in a state of constant vigilance. Squirrels would occupy the lawn if Milo were not there to keep them in the trees where they belong. He has encountered possums in the porch, deer under the apple tree and coyote in the woods. Simply patrolling the yard to see that there have been no recent incursions is a full-time job.

But here in New Mexico, I could tell Milo felt useless. The yard is enclosed by a tall adobe wall and the only inhabitants are Milo and three chickens. Supervising chickens is no kind of job for an ambitious dog. Milo doesn’t think much of these chickens and, frankly, neither do I. They don’t lay eggs, and if their corn gets low they congregate at the door and cluck at me disapprovingly. I throw a little corn to these feathered freeloaders while they watch me, beadyeyed. “Don’t you know anything?” the chickens say.

Then I go back to my room and try to put together a lesson plan.

The university has been kind enough to allow me to attend school in exchange for teaching freshman composition. A whole class of them was showing up at 7 a.m., and I was expected to teach. I knew it was a terrible mistake.

First of all, I am not a morning person. I don’t get up early unless I set two alarm clocks. (I call one “belt” and the other “suspenders.”) If I actually made it on time, I imagined these students would naturally want to know where I had taught before. I would tell them I had never taught so much as Sunday school.

They would then assume I was some sort of expert in

home

composition before I told them that I had never taken a composition class. “Well, that English degree must be worth something,” they would insist, before I confessed that I had no English degree and had never even taken a course in the English depart-

ment.

At this point I imagined them all calling their academic advisers and lodging formal complaints. I would be summarily sent packing back to my farmhouse where Milo would resume chasing squirrels.

I showed up at 7 a.m., doing my best impersonation of someone who routinely rises with the sun.

The room was packed with bright-eyed 18-year-olds.

This was their first class on the first day of their first semester. They were frighteningly serious and looked at me with rapt attention. I felt like a total fraud.

But when I got their first assignments back, I had a shock. I knew nothing about English departments, composition or grammar, but I did have a pretty good idea how to help these earnest, early-rising students write a little better. I could tell them how to start a paragraph and when to use a comma. They were grateful and enthusiastic, and I was utterly astonished to find that I felt ... useful.

So this weekend, Milo and I went to dinner with some new friends to celebrate. I told them all about teaching and how much I liked it. While we were talking, a small gecko began scaling the outside wall of their house. Milo lunged. The gecko disappeared under a bush, and Milo spent the rest of the evening waiting for the small, hairless squirrel to reappear. I could tell he was happy.

It’s good to be useful.

Till next time, —Carrie

Moola for Milk campaign 2012 BURNETT/POLK COUNTIES – The need for food assistance in Polk and Burnett counties has multiplied during the recent economic downturn. Many families who have been self-sufficient in the past are now asking for help because of layoffs or restricted hours.

Due to this increased need, the total value of milk coupons distributed in Pierce and St. Croix counties tripled to more than $45,000 over the past year. Coupons redeemable for one gallon of milk at local grocery stores are distributed in two ways.

Some are issued to families who need the help of their community food pantry. Others are sent home weekly with children whose families qualify for the Backpack Program. These backpacks are filled with kid-friendly foods every Friday morning and then dropped off at schools to be sent home with children for the weekend. The program has been a huge success with teachers, principals and parents who see an improvement in the academic performance of children when their weekend nutritional Patience and Lexie Vanderpaardt with Anna Belle the Cow. Anna Belle was provided by the Polk and Burnett Milk Marketing Board. – Photo submitted needs are met.

The Salvation Army will coordinate its annual Moola for Milk campaign during the month of please feel free to send a check to Serenity Home, 200 September. Churches and businesses will be asked to Polk County Plaza, Balsam Lake, WI 54810 or Faith accept donations earmarked to fund the milk coupons. House at P.O. Box 67, Siren, WI. 54872. Just write Moola You may see the Dancing Cow logos on empty gallon for Milk in the memo portion of your check to ensure milk jugs at your church or on the familiar counter ket- that your donation will help to fund this valuable protles displayed at some businesses. If you would like to gram. - submitted make a contribution directly to the Salvation Army,

our activities. It seems we are always wondering about the forecast or complaining that the Living in northern Wisconsin, forecast is wrong. Farmers, comthe weather tends to be a focal pletely dependent on the point of our day-to-day conversaweather, hope for adequate rain tions. If we aren’t talking about our John W. Ingalls, MD and warm temperatures at plantfavorite sports teams or politics, or ing time and dry weather at harthe price of gas, we are talking about the weather. Polivest.

Anglers hope for pleasant weather to be on the tics may raise our ire or stir our emotions, sports may water, but wish for low pressure before a storm front capture our passion and our devotion, but the because that tends to stimulate fish activity. Young weather, or at least the forecast of the weather, concouples and the mother of the bride always pray for fuses us all. dry, sunny weather for outdoor weddings. Yet no matMy wife seems to be focused on the news in general. ter what we need or hope for, the meteorologist alShe has a need to see the 10 p.m. news before heading ways seems to get it wrong, or at least different off to bed, even if she falls asleep on the couch five enough to make us think he or she is wrong. minutes into the program. I would rather pass on the I would recommend that we give up on billion-dolnews, as most of it seems to be depressing anyway. It lar radars, satellite images and computer-generated is during the weather forecast I tend to show more inweather models.

These do nothing more than give us terest which then carries over into the sports. false hope.

I am not saying that the forecast is wrong; We have hosted many students from other countries it is simply limited in its ability to deliver accurate inthat, to my amazement, seem to have little or no interformation despite the latest technology and the est in the weather forecast. I have asked them if they tremendous cost. ever check the weather forecast at home and the anI would recommend returning to the basic means of swer was almost never. Of course, their answers alweather prediction as this is actually more accurate. ways seemed logical. In Thailand, there was no need Most of us have heard of the weather rock. If it is wet, to check the weather forecast. It was either very hot it is raining; if it is hot it is sunny; if it is covered in ice, through most of the year or very hot and raining thorthen it is cold outside, etc. While being very accurate, ough the rest of the year. Apparently meteorologists in it lacks predictability. It only tells us what is happenThailand have little chance of being wrong in the foreing at that moment in time. This is OK for the city, but cast. here in the country we need something with a longer Living in a land of four seasons, weather dominates

range rather than what is happening at the moment.

Since I live close to nature, as most of us do here in northern Wisconsin, I have researched natural ways of predicting the weather and I hope you are able to use them to your advantage. For instance, did you know that if a cow bellows three times in a row, a storm is not far behind? If ant hills are small it will be a hot, dry summer. Did you know that if leaves drop early, Indian summer will be short and we will have a mild winter, but if the beavers put more logs and mud on the north side of the beaver lodge, then it will be a hard winter. If there are skinny rabbit tracks in the snow, that means a thaw is at hand unless, of course, they were just made by a skinny rabbit.

One of the most reliable ways of predicting weather is listening to my wife. When her shoulder aches I know it is going to rain, and when she has a headache it has nothing to do with the weather. When my back aches I know it is going to be nice weather because when the weather is nice I use my backache as an excuse to avoid doing yard work and go fishing. The method I have the most problem with is crickets. It has been said that if you count up the number of cricket chirps in 14 seconds and add 40, you will arrive at the accurate temperature in Fahrenheit. If you want the temperature in Celsius then you should count the number of chirps in eight seconds and add four.

I tried this one evening last week. Trying to listen to just one cricket is the problem. I had several of them trying to predict the weather. Between that and the ringing in my ears, I determined it was 137 degrees

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Kids say the darndest things Today as I lugged around a 50-pound backpack filled with thick books – “Collected Poems of W.H. Auden” being my largest – and a laptop to boot, I swung by my P.O. box on my way to a meeting with a professor. I heard a high-pitched voice, an innocent voice – the voice of a small child. He was talking to an adult that worked in the campus post office, with his father by his side. “I have flipflops on today!” he exclaimed. “And you know why they’re called flipflops?” The adult acted baffled. “It’s because when I walk they go, ‘Flip, flop.

Flip, flop. Flip, flop.’”

I chuckled to myself as I bent down to work the combination on my tiny P.O. box. The child reminded me of another child I met in passing during a short stop at a Wal-Mart a few days ago. I was waiting outside the rest rooms for someone, and the little girl was waiting pa-

The anatomy of anger “Anyone can become angry—that is

easy. But to be angry with the right person, to the right degree, at the right time, for the right purpose and in the right way – this is not easy.” – Aristotle.

The February 29 issue of the InterCounty Leader reported the story of Ryan Waalen who, in a fit of rage and jealousy, broke into the home of his estranged wife, ripped a TV from the wall, threw a computer monitor, damaged furniture, slashed her tires and beat her while she held their 11-month-old son.

In his statement, Waalen said he just “lost it.”

Sadly, this isn’t all that uncommon.

At home, work and school, people are “losing it” all the time. Most often it doesn’t make headlines. Still, to the spouse left shaking with rage, or a child left to muddle through another school day, awash in the buzz of a morning argument – that’s no consolation.

Clearly, we all want to control our tempers. So why is this often so difficult?

Let’s start by taking a look at the root of all passion – an almond-shaped bundle of cells just above the brain stem called the amygdala. The amygdala acts as storehouse, and a trip wire, of emo-

Piping in dinner, Beaver Club style In about a month’s time, diners at the

Beaver Club banquet will be awash in candlelit comfort, leisurely seated following a round of appetizers. Having already been serenaded by fiddle music, there’s a sense of anticipation as they surmise the first of the main servings is due to arrive at any moment.

Then ... it happens – a short raspy, growly sound is noted, followed by a rising wail, which in seconds is transformed into the full-throated swirl of a Scottish Highland bagpipe tune. It’s a sound the diners will become quite familiar with by evening’s end, as each course is escorted into the hall by Aengus MacOtterwater, playing a traditional march or other appropriate entry tune from his repertoire of Gaelic tunes which would have been heard in the early 1800s, perhaps even at the original gatherings of the Beaver Club.

Indeed, the Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park’s Beaver Club gala is an attempt to recreate the sights, foods, ambiance and even the sounds of the gatherings once held by retired fur traders in old Montreal. Around groaning tables of food, with libations in hand, they would gather to recall their days of wilderness travel and trekking.

Now, though, they were surrounded by luxury back in their home base of Montreal. So their evenings would progress through stories, tales, toasts aplenty, and of course, the music.

Of the latter, the piping is important, and impressive. Scott Bartell, in his persona of Aengus MacOtterwater, more than lifts a few rafters with his playing each year. Already in his fourth season at the Beaver Club gathering, his performances could easily resemble those

tiently on a bench for her parents as they bought their items.

“Hello!” she looked up at me with warm brown eyes and a bright smile.

“Hi,” I said back with a smile.

“It’s hot out today isn’t it!?” she continued.

“Yes, it’s a beautiful day.”

She ignored my comment and said, “I had pants on this morning, but it was so hot I had to change into these shorts!

See? They’re purple – my favorite color.” I laughed and shared that purple was my favorite color too. She merely smiled and wrung the purple fabric in her small, childish hands.

Truth is, I think the reason why I like

kids so much is because they’re like mini adults, just more curious, and much more honest. My niece will gladly point at any blemish or pimple on my face and ask, “What’s that on your face?

Is it an owie?” They will also say anything or ask anything about a stranger while we’re in public, and quite loudly too. They’ll say things like, “What’s wrong with that man?”, “Look at that girl’s crazy pants!” or “Why is her hair so weird?”

One of my favorite shows, now no longer running, was “Kids Say the Darndest Things” with Bill Cosby. In one session, the children were asked about their opinions on love and marriage. One little boy, age 7, said, “If falling in love is anything like learning how to spell, I don’t want to do it. It takes too long.” Another little boy, at only age 5, was determined to get hitched and find the love of his life, “Once I’m done with kindergarten, I’m going to find me a wife.” One boy was

asked for a strategy to make people fall in love with them and he thought for a moment and said, “Tell them that you own a whole bunch of candy stores.”

For advice about love for husbands, one 8-year-old girl named Erin said, “Be a good kisser. It might make your wife forget that you never took out the trash.”

Kids may say the darndest things, or scream things in public that you don’t want anybody to overhear like about their bodily functions or about how ugly the man sitting next to you is, but if you listen to what they have to say, there may be some good advice to adhere to. After all, I was once told by a 5year-old, after asking her what I should do with my life, that I should “Share my life, and share it with the person I love the most.” And to me, that has been the best piece of advice I have received so far.

tional memory, and energy.

Without it, we are stripped of the vibrant emotion that Chris Wondra makes us human. Empathy, compassion, rage, love?

Gone.

The problem is that the neocortex – the part of the brain responsible for rational thought we’ll call “Sherlock Holmes” – evolved after the center for emotion which we’ll call “Drama Queen.” The result is that a relatively small and unthinking part of your brain, given the job of painting events with emotion, has also been given the keys to all of the rest of it. In other words, Drama Queen, through her vast array of neural connections, can, during emotional emergencies, completely hijack Sherlock Holmes.

Don’t get me wrong. Passion has its place. But during periods of high stress,

whom would you rather have driving the bus: Lindsey Lohan or Sherlock Holmes?

Can we manage our emotional lives with intelligence? Is it possible to rein in Lohan and give the keys back to Holmes?

We’d better hope so. Beyond the obvious pain and expense these emotional outbursts cause, a stimulated amygdala also impairs our ability to process information efficiently. Beyond that, anger, like a virus, has an interesting way of spreading to others – disrupting productivity and efficiency at work and school – long after a social interaction takes place.

So, if anger is a virus, how do we build immunity?

According to University of Alabama psychologist Dolf Zillmann, anger is often triggered by a perceived threat to one’s self-esteem or dignity. This trigger releases a cocktail of chemicals and hormones that not only prepares one for immediate action, but also stimulates the body and mind to an excited state of “readiness” lasting hours after a threat is detected.

This explains why someone who’s had a stressful day at work is especially vulnerable to becoming enraged by an unrelated stressor hours later.

The key to controlling our anger lies in our awareness of both the trigger and physical reaction. Realizing that a perceived threat is just that – a perception – is the first step. As Shakespeare poetically put it, “There is nothing either good or bad, but thinking makes it so.”

The ability to observe the resulting surge of energy is the next step. According to Zillmann, the trigger (perception) is only the first step in “a sequence of provocations,” each resulting in a fresh wave of energy and hormonal momentum built on top of the one that came before it. By internally observing any step of the anger response, and allowing it to pass, we break the cycle of escalation and calm down.

Increasing self-awareness increases self-control. Now we are ready to accept Aristotle’s challenges and choose when to use a controlled anger – and its waves of resulting energy – to our benefit.

Chris Wondra is a Wisconsin middle school teacher and founder of We Teach We Learn, a platform for educators and parents to connect over conversations about effective teaching and learning. Learn more at www.weteachwelearn.org or find We Teach We Learn on Facebook or Twitter.

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Folle Avoine Chronicles Woodswhimsy the gnome

heard back in the Beaver Club’s heyday.

Bartell/Macotterwater’s intrigue with the pipes began, he says, “at around age 5, when the Macalester College Pipe Band played for the opening of the Hub shopping center in the Twin Cities.

Later I saw a Walt Disney version of the Scottish tale of Rob Roy—lots of piping; I loved it. My mother bought me a kilt, and I even wore it around the neighborhood, which interestingly led to a few childhood fights. But I was hooked on bagpipes from then on, wanted to learn all I could about them.” While his heritage was Scots-Irish, it wasn’t a big thing with him—until, that is, he heard the magic of the pipes for himself.

Still, it wasn’t ‘til Bartell was 25 that he took up the instrument when, he recalls, “I came across a bunch of pipers/drummers organizing an informal “band” for one of the early Renaissance fairs in the Cities. ‘If you want to learn, we’ll teach you,’ they said, and so I started, was a quick learner, and one thing led to another after that.” Soon after, another band he joined was invited to Scotland, where Bartell ended up with a scholarship to the University of Edinburgh and a chance to meet many piping mentors. “I even ended up with the piping socks of famous piper Colum Johnston,” he chuckles.

Scott Bartell will once again pipe in each course of this year’s Beaver Club banquet at Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park on Saturday, Oct. 13. Reservations can be made by calling 715-866-8890. – Photo submitted Back in the states, he joined the Macalester band, performed as a piper (and dancer!) at Scottish country fairs, and moved to California where he helped found the Institute of Celtic Studies, all the while increasing his contacts with groups of scholars and performers of the music. Though piping remained his main musical joy, along the way he’s played numerous instruments, and was a professional folk performer in the late 1960s. Beaver Club visitors may note that every once in a while he may pound out some accompaniment to a fiddle tune on the bodhran, a Scottish hand-held drum.

Although, he adds, “I’m not bringing my uilleann (elbow) pipes.” He’s deter-

mined in public performances to stick with what he does best. And the bagpipes are definitely that for him. He still travels to Ireland and Scotland, speaks a variety of Gaelic dialects, and has taught at least 40-50 students on the instrument, yet his labor of love never has paid the bills. He’s been employed in various social work positions for that.

And for a number of years he was an art, food, and wine critic, writing reviews for various Twin Cities publications. Over the years he’s also performed on the pipes at numerous weddings, funerals, parades and other events.

Asked what he anticipates for this year’s Beaver Club, he jokes about how it has to be toned down for modern audiences. As he explains, “at the original Beaver Club, the speeches were long and the tunes probably went on for quite some time—both are trimmed a tad, but diners still get a full sensual experience that night – it’s a celebration, pure and simple.” Quickly, though, he adds with a grin, “well, maybe not so simple ... just loads of fun, with a little history, good food, and camaraderie thrown in for good measure.”

This year’s Beaver Club takes place on Saturday evening, Oct. 13, starting at 6:30 p.m. Reservations are starting to come in already and can be made by calling Forts Folle Avoine at 715-8668890.

Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park is located on CTH U three miles west of the Hwy. 35/CTH U intersection northwest of Webster in Burnett County’s Yellow Lakes area. The site offers tours on weekends ‘til October; the offices and gift shop are open Wednesday through Sunday during that time; on Wednesdays a research library is open as well.

Signed, Woodswhimsy

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Polk-Burnett to award $18,000 in community service scholarships to Class of 2013 CENTURIA – Show your cooperative spirit and get money for college. Just in time for a new school year, Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative announces that applications are now available for the Polk-Burnett Community Service Scholarship Program. In honor of Polk-Burnett’s 75th anniversary in 2013, the board of directors will award 18 $1,000 scholarships to the Class of 2013, for a total of $18,000. Scholarship candidates are also invited to participate in an essay contest for a trip to Washington, D.C. Polk-Burnett’s scholarship program is based on community service, rather than academic grades, athletic performance or financial need. Candidates are required to submit a community service resume and essay. In addition, candidates must be the son or daughter of a PolkBurnett Electric Cooperative member, graduating from

high school in 2013 and continuing their education after high school.

“This is our opportunity to recognize the sons and daughters of co-op members who have made a difference in the lives of others,” said Joan O’Fallon, Polk-Burnett scholarship facilitator. “Since 1987, Polk-Burnett has awarded more than $400,000 to high school seniors. You could be one of them!”

Scholarship applications are available at local high schools, Polk-Burnett offices in Siren and Centuria and online at PolkBurnett.com. The application deadline is Friday, Jan. 4, 2013.

Polk-Burnett scholarships are funded by unclaimed capital credits and do not affect electricity rates. For more information, call 800-421-0283. – from Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative

Evers names 132 Wisconsin Schools of Recognition MADISON — State Superintendent Tony Evers announced 132 Wisconsin School of Recognition awards for the 2012-13 academic year, an honor that recognizes success in educating students from low-income families.

“These schools are being recognized for their work to break the link between poverty and low academic achievement through rigorous programming and attention to student needs. Their efforts align with our Agenda 2017 goals: to improve graduation rates, reduce dropout rates, and close college and career readiness gaps,” stated Evers.

The schools receiving awards have some of the highest poverty rates in the state based on free and reduced-price school lunch data. Student achievement in reading and mathematics was above average for schools from similarly sized districts, schools, grade configurations and poverty levels. All award-winning schools receive federal Title I funding to provide services to high numbers or high percentages of economically disadvantaged children.

Schools meeting all criteria will receive a plaque at an Oct. 2 awards ceremony at the state Capitol and $1,000 for use by the school. During the awards ceremony, eight

schools will receive flags for earning the Wisconsin School of Recognition award for five consecutive years.

Another 20 schools have received the award for more than five years; one school — Marengo Valley School in the Ashland School District — has earned the award for all 10 years of the program. This year’s 132 Wisconsin School of Recognition Award recipients include 99 elementary schools, 25 middle or junior high schools, and eight high schools. “The staff and administration of these schools are committed to forging partnerships among teachers, parents, administrators, other school staff members, and the community to create an educational environment that supports children’s learning,” Evers said. “They understand the importance of working together to ensure that every child graduates ready for college and careers.”

Locally, Frederic Elementary and Webster Middle School will receive a plaque for six consecutive years at an Oct. 2 awards ceremony held at the state Capitol.

Webster Elementary has been named for four years.

Other area schools to receive recognition are Birchwood Elementary School and Shell Lake Elementary School each for the fifth time. — from WDPI

St. Croix Falls Lions donate to Festival Theatre The St. Croix Falls Lions made a donation to Festival Theatre’s arts education program. The area is blessed with many talented artists. The Lions feel that it is important that the community supports the arts and the theater. Shown with Festival Theatre staff members is Lions President Ernie Neumann, standing in back. – Photo submitted

Woolly Mountain Bike Race Sept. 30 ST. CROIX FALLS – The Woolly Bike Club of St. Croix Falls, IMBA’s newest chapter serving cyclists in Minnesota and Wisconsin, is sponsoring their sixth-annual Woolly Mountain Bike Race presented by Johnson Motors on Sunday, Sept. 30. This race is the final stop of the 2012 Minnesota Mountain Bike Series. Class categories include all-ages kids race (free registration, 100 yards), kids vomp race (five miles), citizen (eight miles), sport (12 miles), comp (18 miles) and expert and pro (24 miles).

Awards are given to the top men and women in each class, by age group. Additionally, lots of swag will be given away, thanks to the race’s generous sponsors. Register for the race online by following the link on the club Web site, woollybikeclub.com. The race will start and finish at the St. Croix Falls High School and is held on the Woolly Trail Network. Signage on the trail network has recently been completed, and the trails can be accessed for recreational riding at any time via the SCF High School parking lot at 740 Maple Drive, St. Croix Falls WI 54024. Race-day volunteers are also needed. Interested in volunteering?

E-mail the club at info@woollyrace.com. - submitted

RIGHT: Frank Lundeen of the Cyclova XC team, St. Croix Falls, competes in the 2011 Woolly Race. – Photo submitted

Do you remember?

Compiled by Sue Renno

50 years ago Stanley Bjorkman retired from the Leader staff Sept. 7 and his replacement was Raymond Lieder, Siren. Stanley’s wife, Irene, would continue her part-time employment with the Leader.- The wedding of Karen Wies and Gordon Pearson took place Aug.18.- The Jotblad Music Co., Falun, received a Lowrey organ merchandising award, one of 30 firms in the nation to be so honored.- The Grantsburg Commercial Club met and voted to allow schoolchildren to paint the windows of the business section for a Halloween decorating contest. Representatives of the Washburn County Register attended the meeting to present information about publishing a newspaper for the Grantsburg area.- The marriages of JoAnn Janssen to Waldemar Yeschick, Barbara Ann Gruehl to Robert Kallman, Judith Johnson to Donald Leigh Jr. and Zenetta Brooker to Theodore Nelson were announced.- The Frederic Vikings beat Hayward 216 in a nonconference season opener.- Eighteen people were named chairmen of their towns and villages in the northern half of Polk County for the Sister Elizabeth Kenney Foundation fund drive.

Edwin Pedersen was co-chairman for the county.The Shriner Patrol of Madison would be offering free camel rides at the Amery fall festival.

40 years ago The First Bank of Grantsburg awarded scholarships to Donald Bohn, Cushing; Joann Carpenter, Webster; Denise Imme, Siren; and Wayne Lake, Grantsburg.- Cadet Jerome C. Olin, a 1969 graduate of Unity High School, was in his senior year at the U.S. Air Force Academy, and had recently completed six weeks of ground and flight training to qualify for acceptance into U.S. Air Force pilot training.- The new pastor at Webster Baptist Church would be Pastor John Palutke.- Luck School Board Chairman Herb Byl presented a plaque for his 30 years of service to former Luck Superintendent Garfield Rowe at the halftime of the Luck-Frederic football game. Ted Anderson presented Rowe with a gift of luggage from students, parents and others of the Luck community.

Rowe had retired at the end of the previous school year.-Mr. and Mrs. LeRoy Hansen, formerly of Frederic, purchased the Charm Beauty Salon, Grantsburg, from Mr. and Mrs. Ray Voxz. The Hansens daughter, Mrs. Betsy Nixon, would manage the shop.

20 years ago Polk County Sheriff Craig Benware easily beat his three challengers in the primary election Sept.

8.- U.S. Rep. Dave Obey and state Rep. Harvey Stower visited the Inter-County Leader office in Frederic Friday, Sept. 4, making their rounds for re-election.- The First Baptist Church of Milltown would celebrate their 75th anniversary on Sept. 1213, having been officially established Sept. 11, 1917.- Owens Farms Inc., Frederic, exhibiting Jersey cattle, won Premier Breeder and Premier Exhibitor awards at the Minnesota State Fair for the fourth year in a row, and Jensgolden Junction, Amery, won the honors for their second consecutive year with entries of their Guernsey cattle.Burnett County forestry officials were planning to harvest 30 acres of young jack pine trees in the Town of Swiss that had been destroyed by the tussock moth.-The marriage of Gail Edaburn and Terry Nelson was announced.- Siren Lionesses honored their members at their August meeting, including a perfect attendance pin to Anke Olesen for seven years of perfect attendance at meetings.Eleven of the 16 members of Siren’s Class of 1954 attended a class reunion at the home of Jim and Donis Taylor.

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TOWN TALK/COUNTRY CHATTER Hello, hello, hello - hope everyone is doing great. Eli, Maya and I had a pajama party over at Auntie Jeanette’s at Animalodge and got to stay two whole nights. It was Maya’s first overnight stay and she did pretty well for a little brat. Anyway, Auntie Jeanette took really good care of us and while we like to visit, there is no place like home.

Maybe I should have worn red shoes and clicked them three times while saying; “There’s no place like home,” just like Dorothy did in "The Wizard of Oz." Well the two shelter residents I told you about last week, Jo and Zola, have been adopted. Also adopted was my little pal Buddy and while her friend, Ron, was sad to see him go, he is happy for his little buddy Buddy. No pun intended.

We have a great young gal we have n a m e d Hera ready for adoption. She is a Great Pyrenees around a year and is r e a l l y sweet. Did you know the name Hera

Shelter

YAPpenings Sadie Hera means lady; protectress?

That’s just a perfect name for her breed. Hera arrived at the shelter as a stray and as she wasn’t reclaimed by her owner she is ready to move on to her new furever home, where she will be loved and appreciated for the great dog she is. With a bath and a little meat on her bones she’ll be good to go.

Did you know that black cats get a bad rap? I don’t understand why as we have three really great ones waiting to be adopted. Beautiful Ellie, Nikki and Salem, all fabulous black kitties with golden eyes. Ellie has been with us the longest and we’d really like her to have a home to call her own. She needs to be an only child though as she really doesn’t appreciate other cats in her space. Have you ever heard the saying “black is beautiful"?

Well it’s true and these three gals aren’t any exception.

Well our new shed is finished with thanks to the wonderful Mike Foley and his beautiful wife, Lesa.

It’s so nice to have it finally built and ready to fill up with our supplies and tools. No more worrying about whether we’ll make it through the winter with-

Happy Tails Await Arnell Humane Society of Polk County Heather is a 12-week-old, classic calico kitten.

She has a short coat of tricolor black, orange and white. Heather is feisty and friendly. She loves playtime with all of the other kittens, chasing jingle balls, hunting catnip mice and skittering across the floor as only an agile kitten can. Heather is one of two classic calico kittens at the shelter. Her near twin is Topaz. Our kitten adoption room is filled with happy, strapping young kittens. Come to the shelter to meet them or check them out online. One or two are sure to warm your heart and add intrigue to your home life.

The Arnell Walk for Animals is coming up; Saturday, Sept. 29. Join the fun supporting the Arnell Shelter at Soo Line Park on Main Street Amery, at the head of the Stower Seven Lakes Trail. Walk with or without your canine pal, showing your support through pledges from family, friends and coworkers. Pledge sheets are available at the shelter or online at: www.arnellhumane.org

Heather Your pet will receive his or her own shelter walk bandana. T-shirts will be given to all walkers with $25 or more in pledges. If you want to remember the moment, a professional photographer will be on hand to take your photo with your pet. A petowner look-alike contest will be held at the trailhead. Water and waste bags will also be provided.

Walk as far as you like on the Stower state trail.

Registration begins at 10 a.m. This annual fundraising event is a nice way to start your Saturday, out and about with people who care about an-

out one of our sheds collapsing as I have no doubt that this new shed will be there for years to come!

D o n ’t forget our Ellie annual Walk for the Animals on Saturday, Sept. 29, and please sponsor a shelter dog for me. You really can make the difference for all the lost and neglected animals out there, even if it is one at a time. Just go to our Web site and click on the fancy Animal Walk banner for more information. It will be a fun afternoon and we’d love to meet you.

“A watchdog is a dog kept to guard your home, usually by sleeping where a burglar would awaken the household by falling over him.” - Anonymous Have a great week everyone. Licks and tail wags!

The Humane Society of Burnett County is saving lives, one at a time; hsburnettcty.org, 715-8664096, license No. 267335-DS. We’re on Facebook too, why don’t you like us there.

imals and love their pets. You will enjoy a crisp, autumn morning, leaves will be rustling on the trail and your dog will feel good about doing something to help others less fortunate.

Packer/Viking raffle tickets will be available for p u r c h a s e .

These sideline tickets are for the Sunday, Dec. 2, Packer-Viking Game at Lambeau Field.

All proceeds will support the Arnell Shelter. Two sets of game tickets valued at $500 per set are the top prize, to be drawn separately. A two-night stay at Cornucopia Cabins, a $200 Gander Mountain gift card and $200 cash are also possible to win.

Purchase your very own chance to win any of these great prizes at Amery True Value, the Countryside Store in Amery and the Arnell Shelter. Or visit our craft fair tent at the Amery Fall Festival to buy your chance to win. Just imagine yourself, or a Viking or Packer fan you know, winning a chance to live the excitement of this hotly contested matchup game at Lambeau Field.

With each raffle ticket you have two chances to win game tickets. And with each ticket, you are supporting the animals at Arnell Memorial Humane Society. Hope to see you at Fall Festival.

Arnell Memorial Humane Society is at 185 Griffin St. East in Amery, phone 715-268-7387, or online at arnellhumane.org.

Siren news

715-349-2964 Looks like it just might be a long, hard winter for us as well as the critters this year. The weathermen are saying it looks like lots of snow this year. What the black bears ate and are now eating to fatten up for their long winter snooze is totally unknown to me.

There weren’t many berries because of the hot and dry weather, most of them dried up. The acorns on the oak trees are scarce, the red oaks have some, but as far as our yard goes, the white oaks are bare this year, this is one of the main foods for both the bears and the deer. My guess is they will probably hit the area cornfields harder than normal.

Tree rats in bear country are busy searching back and forth in the back and front yards for the few

acorns on the ground and there are mighty few to be had. These poor critters are going to need all the help we can give them this year to make it through, I’m sure many won’t.

This past weekend we have seen the summer birds flocking up, a flock of bluebirds, over a dozen lined up on the birdbath for a drink or fast bath then they were off. How many of you still have hummingbirds? We were overrun with them over Labor Day. I filled feeders every day, then poof, they just seemed to disappear. Maybe Mother Nature has a surprise for us, an early winter. Let’s hope not.

Sympathy to the family of Donald H. Taylor who passed away Aug. 27.

Bev Beckmark Don’t forget, people, if you enjoy those Scandinavian foods there will be a Scandinavian smorgasbord on Friday, Sept. 14, at the Siren Methodist Church from 4 to 7 p.m. Adults just $9.50 in advance or $10 at the door with kids 10 and under just $3.50.

If you want early tickets call Shirley at 715-349-2514 or Darlene at 715-866-8242.

Don’t forget to keep your eyes open and look in area papers weekly as the harvest suppers are now in full swing. There is a great one at the Clam Falls Lutheran Church on Saturday, Sept. 15, from 3 to 7 p.m. A turkey dinner and the trimmings. This event is a freewill offering. Keep your eyes open as many more great ones are coming up.

Siren Senior Center We wish to extend gratitude to Marie Van Guilder for the books and cards she donated. Gratitude is also extended to all the people who are bringing in vegetables for the seniors. We appreciate everything we receive.

The winners for Spades from Friday, Aug. 30, were Darleen Groves, Anka Oleson, Arvid Pearson, Marie Bentley and Nona Severson. Card winners for 500 this week were Dorothy Brown, Sue New-

berger, Gerry Vogel, Pamela Geiger and Steve Wenthe. Spade winners were Virginia Martin, Gerry Vogel, Inez Pearson, Sue Newberger and Arnie Borchert.

Barb Munger and Clara Palomaki have retired from being in charge of the cards. They are still playing cards but gave up the organizing of the cards. We extended gratitude to both of you for your years of dedication of taking charge.

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The weather is sure getting better. We even got much-needed rain.

There was no Spades because of Labor Day. The winners for 500 were Lorna Erickson, Tim Abrahamzon, Marlyce Borchert and Sue Hughes and Arnie Borchert tied for fourth place. The 9-Bid was won by Bill Ihrig.

We had some repair work done on the air conditioner last week, and it seems to be working better.

Enjoy the early fall weather. Hope to see you at the center.

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Fran Krause attended her Ellsworth class reunion in River Falls at the West Wing on Wednesday.

Friday Kent Krause and Dean Peterson dropped Brad Peterson off in Appleton to visit friends while Kent and Dean went on to stay with Kent’s sister Karen Hintz and attend the Green Bay Packers game on Sunday. They returned home Monday.

The 1987 Webster football team that went to state was honored at halftime during the Webster game Friday evening.

Jack and LaVonne O’Brien were in St. Croix Falls on Wednesday.

Remember the Orange Cemetery meeting that is Saturday, Sept. 15, at the library.

Dewey LaFollette Karen Mangelsen

Roger and Sue Mroszak went to Rice Lake Tuesday and met their friends Don and Pat Stelli for lunch there.

Clam River Tuesday Club met Sept. 5 at the home of Dixie Andrea. The members enjoyed a potluck lunch before their meeting. During the meeting, much of the discussion concerned plans for the fall fundraiser. It will be held Saturday, Oct. 13, from 6 to 10 p.m., at the Indian Creek American Legion Hall. There will be dancing to music of Mr. Morgan, silent auction, paddleboard items, live auction, door prizes, raffle of quilt and matching shams (first prize) and two cash prizes, special raffle of a Green Bay Packer 2012 signed football, and lunch. Entrance fee is $5, with those 16 and under free. All are encouraged to come and enjoy the evening. The next club meeting will be Oct. 3 at 12:30 p.m., at the home of Beth Crosby, who will provide the lunch.

Visitors of Nina and Lawrence Hines Wednesday and Thursday were Dean and Lorraine Kendall from Milaca, Minn.

Don and Eunice Quam from New Ulm, Minn., were overnight guests of Sue and Roger Mroszak Thursday and Friday.

Dave and Patty Close were Saturday visitors of Karen and Hank Mangelsen.

Jan and Hannah Schott visited Lida Nordquist Sunday afternoon.

Karen and Hank Mangelsen went to Timberland Lutheran Church Sunday afternoon. They attended the celebration in honor of Margaret and Bruce Madison on their 50th wedding anniversary. Later Wayne and Marie Romsos came to Hank and Karen’s home to visit and they enjoyed supper together.

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TOWN TALK/COUNTRY CHATTER Academic news

Births

RIVER FALLS – Eighty new freshmen have been selected this year as a Falcon Scholar at UW-River Falls. The new Falcon Scholars program awards $1,000 scholarships that are renewable for up to four years. Students named Falcon Scholars also receive a $2,000 stipend that may be used for undergraduate research or to study abroad in their junior or senior year.

New Falcon Scholars include:

Elijah Olson would like to announce the birth of his twin brothers, Braden Jerald and Brett Donald, born May 23, 2012, to Mitch and Callie Olson, Grantsburg. Braden weighed 5 lbs., 13 oz. and was 18 inches long. Brett weighed 4 lbs., 14 oz. and was 16-1/2 inches long.

Grandparents are Don and Debbie Bjelland and Gerald and Cindy Olson, all of Grantsburg. – submitted •••

Balsam Lake

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Born at Osceola Medical Center:

Paige Gurtner

Frederic

Megan Amundson

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Jade Baerg and Summer Johnson The University of Wisconsin-River Falls is located on 226 acres 30 miles from downtown St. Paul, Minn. UWRF is a leader in exemplary teaching, undergraduate research and sustainability efforts. submitted ••• EAU CLAIRE - The University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire has announced the names of students who have completed bachelor’s and master’s degrees as of the conclusion of the university’s summer 2012 academic session.

Osceola

Daniel Devine, Bachelor of Arts degree in mass communication. - submitted

News from the Service COLUMBUS, Ga. – Army Reserve Pvt. Alexander C. Livingston has graduated from basic infantry training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, core values and traditions. Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experiencing use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman.

Livingston is the son of Jerald Livingston, of Centuria.

He is a 2011 graduate of Unity High School, Balsam Lake. - submitted ••• SAN ANTONIO, Texas – Air Force Airman Devan C. Christensen graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.

The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.

Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

Christensen is the son of Brian Christensen, of Grantsburg, and Robyn Belanger, of Siren.

He is a 2011 graduate of Grantsburg High School.

- submitted •••

Produce drop-off FREDERIC - If you have an overabundance of garden produce that you would like to share, please drop it off at Affordable Quality Appliances in downtown Frederic. There will be a sign placed out front - Free Produce. Thank you for sharing. - submitted

by Carol Thompson, Affordable Quality

A girl, Ava Michelle Goodman, was born Sept. 1, 2012, to Michelle Kronholm and David Goodman, Somerset. Ava weighed 8 lbs., 1-1/2 oz.

••• A boy, Caleb Jon Perkins, was born Aug. 29, 2012, to Nicole and Nick Perkins, Osceola. Caleb weighed 7 lbs., 8.5 oz.

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Born at St. Croix Regional Medical Center:

A boy, Dylin Ardell Hutton, born Aug. 17, 2012, to Jennifer Walker and Leon Hutton, Frederic. Dylin weighed 7 lbs., 3 oz.

••• A boy, Kyler James Krueger, born Aug. 22, 2012, to Tiffany and Kyle Krueger, Lindstrom, Minn. Kyler weighed 7 lbs., 15 oz.

••• A girl, Lucy Ann Christensen, born Aug. 24, 2012, to Joe and Carolyn Christensen, Balsam Lake. Lucy weighed 6 lbs., 11 oz.

••• A boy, Silas Spear Grossing, born Aug. 27, 2012, to Sarah Grossing and Norman Dillon, Dresser. Silas weigherf 6 lbs., 7 oz.

••• A boy, Zack Nathan Tessness, born Aug. 27, 2012, to Latia Peterson and Nathan Tessness, North Branch, Minn. Zack weighed 7 lbs., 2 oz.

••• A girl, Audrey Christine Melbostad, born Aug. 30, 2012, to Justin and Christine Melbostad, Lindstrom, Minn. Audrey weighed 7 lbs., 7 oz.

••• A boy, Gabriel Dalton Woller, born Aug. 31, 2012, to Michelle Ritchey and Joshua Woller, Webster.

Gabriel weighed 8 lbs., 9 oz.

••• A boy, Lucas Maynard Livingston, born Sept. 2, 2012, to Stephanie Stevens and Dan Livingston, Luck. Lucas weighed 8 lbs., 3 oz.

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St. Croix Valley Senior Center Marian Edler No rain. I spent the weekend in northern Minnesota, and we had showers off and on all day Saturday. It just couldn’t go south.

Tuesday started out with our exercise. Then we played Skip-Bo. In the afternoon, we played games.

Russ Adams and Mary Hennessy were the winners in Hand and Foot. Doug Ohotto, Ione White and Delores Benson were the winners in Dominos. The winners in 500 cards were Mary Borchert, Marian Edler and Ray Nelson.

Thursday we had our exercise session. In the afternoon, Cribbage was played. In the evening, 500 was played with the winners Roger Greenly, Shirley Sims, Bob Norlander and Don Anderson.

We are planning Autumn Fest with a bake sale and garage sale on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 5 and 6. We will also be serving food.

Bingo will begin on Friday, Sept. 14. We hope you will join us at the center.

Keeping the dragon cool The Siren National Honor Society presented 7-12 Principal Peggy Ryan with a brand-new ice-pack vest for the school mascot. The icepack vest was purchased by the NHS with funds raised in the Dragon Den. It will be used to keep the mascot cool when wearing the dragon suit. "It tends to get very warm and we want to keep everyone safe," said Josh Lemieux. At right is Mackenzie Erickson, representing NHS. - Photo submitted

Enjoy a story, make a craft and get together with friends during preschool story hour at the Grantsburg Library. – Photo submitted Library closure in September

The library will be closed for updates to the circulation computers on Wednesday, Sept. 19.

September is library card sign-up month

Make sure that you and your child have the smartest card of all — a library card. Library cards are free and bring you a world of opportunity— no matter what your age.

Preschool story hour, Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.

The story hour is a drop-in program for preschool age children and accompanying adults. This fun and interactive weekly event combines activities such as read-aloud stories and craft activities. There will be

no story hour on Wednesday, Sept. 19, due to updates to circulation computers.

After-school reading program

This fall, the after-school reading program will be returning to the library. If you feel your child would benefit from the program contact your child’s teacher to receive a referral.

Library hours and information

Monday noon – 6 p.m.; Tuesday noon – 6 p.m.; Wednesday 10:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Thursday noon – 6 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. The contact information for the library is 715-463-2244; Web site is grantsburg.wislib.org, and now you can follow the library on Facebook.

Borderline news Frank and Mary Schaaf survived their annual long weekend of visiting and partying among relatives in southwestern Minnesota last weekend. First they headed to Arlington to see Mary’s sister and brotherin-law for a while. The next day they were off to New Ulm for the town’s German-Bohemian picnic. Their third stop was an 80th-birthday party for one of Mary’s sisters-in-law, which was attended by every nearby brother, sister, aunt, cousin, niece, nephew and anyone else who even claimed to be a relative.

And finally, still not exhausted by the schedule, they ended their tour with a dinner in the tiny town of Essig. On Monday, Frank slept in late. He didn’t get up until 5:45 a.m.

For our readers who live some distance away: the

Bob Brewster

logging operations around Danbury and Markville to clean up the trees blown down by last year’s storm are still going on full swing.

An unimaginable number of log- or wood-chip-laden trucks continue to be seen on the local roads. Frequently in years past, we have had a near frost or light frost by now, and the maple trees on the edges of swamps start to bear a tinge of red. Not so this y e a r .

The birches have taken on a tone of sickly yellow due to the drought, and just like last year after the storm, we are seeing at this point, a very dry fall with a high fire danger. The creeks and rivers have only a trickle of water in them. The good news I guess is that the lawn mowers have stopped guzzling gaso-

Lorna Landvik coming to Luck Library

LUCK – Tuesday, Oct. 2, at 7 p.m., the Luck Library will be hosting popular Minnesota author and comedian Lorna Landvik as she introduces her new novel, “Mayor Of The Universe.” Landvik is the author of eight novels including the bestselling books, “Angry Housewives Eating Bon Bons,” “View From Mount Joy” and “Oh My Stars.” Landvik grew up in Minneapolis, Minn. After graduating from high school, she traveled Europe and spent time working in Bavaria and then moved on to San Francisco where she worked as a stand-up comic and scouted bands for a record label.

In the mid-‘80s, she married and had her first child. Together, Landvik, her husband and daughter marched across the United States to support global disarmament. After the cross-country trek, Landvik moved back to Minnesota. She and her husband and two daughters live in Minneapolis.

Her first book, the best-selling novel “Patty Jane’s House of Curl,” is the story of a Minneapolis woman who opens a beauty shop to support herself and her family. With the exception of “Oh My Stars,” most of her novels are set in Minnesota. Landvik was voted favorite female author in the Minnesota People’s Choice Awards. “The Tall Pine Polka” was nominated for a Northeastern Minnesota Book Award and received a Loft McKnight Award of Distinction in 1999.

The Le ade r is a co o pe r a tiv eow n ed n ew sp a pe r

Lorna Landvik Of her most recent book, “Mayor Of The Universe,” Landvik writes: “The world sees Fletcher Weschel as a mild-mannered actuary, but it could be the world has vision problems. Still, Fletcher wonders what the point is of having a wild heart if it’s ultimately harnessed by a timid soul. In his fantasies, he returns the call of adventure with a bellowing, ‘here I come!’ In reality, no one hears his whispered, ‘me too!’ ... except for an unlikely group that descends upon him one cold November night. With the help of these visitors, Fletcher’s life will never be the same, and the adventures he’s about to undertake are truly out-ofthis world."

“Mayor of the Universe” has the heart and humor that readers of Lorna Landvik’s books have come to expect ... and a big dash of the unexpected, for the sheer fun of it.

Please attend on Tuesday, Oct. 2, at 7 p.m., for an entertaining evening with author Lorna Landvik. Refreshments will be served – probably not margaritas though.

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Larsen Family Public Library The library will be closed two times

Adult nonfiction

The library will be closed to install new circulation software. Innovative will be completing our Sierra application server upgrade on Wednesday, Sept. 19.

Upon completion of the Sierra application server upgrade, we will continue using Millennium until the final conversion to Sierra. Our final Sierra conversion is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 23. Since the upgrade and final conversion requires Millennium to be down for one day, to switch over, our library will need to be closed both of those days.

• “Hostage” by Ellie Wiesel • “Mayo Clinic Guide to Self-Care, Sixth Edition”

by Mayo Clinic • “Master the GED 2013” by Peterson’s

Large print

• “Bad Faith” by Robert K. Tanenbaum • “Affairs of Steak” by Julie Hyzy • “Never See Them Again” by M. William Phelps

DVDs

• “Hatfields and McCoys” • “The Hunger Games” • “Friends With Kids”

St. Croix Regional Medical Center

The St. Croix Regional Medical Center will be hosting Steady As You Go Exercise and Balance Class at our library starting Sept. 11 through Nov. 13, on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 -2 p.m., and 2:15 - 3:15 p.m. This is an exercise program geared for older adults to improve strength and balance and to encourage activity. Call physical rehabilitation to register, 715-866-4330.

Children’s books

Grief support group

Regional Hospice and Burnett Medical Center are sponsoring a six-week grief support group. Sessions will be held at the Burnett Medical Center on Tuesdays beginning Sept. 18 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Each session focuses on a specific topic relevant to the grieving process, followed with a discussion and reflection. There is no charge. All are welcome. Preregistration is required, call 715-635-9077.

Preschool story time

Come join the group every Wednesday morning at 10:30 a.m. for several stories, treats and lots of fun.

Pictured is Dick Sweet, member of Moose Lodge No. 1194, presenting a check to Bonnie Niemi, member of Friends of the Larsen Family Public Library. The check is for spaghetti dinner proceeds taken in at the door from the dinner and raffle held on August 18 at the Moose Lodge. Profits from the event will be used for literacy programs and materials for the library as needed. – Photo submitted Book club

The Sept. 25 book club discussion will focus on “The Fault In Our Stars” by John Green. “Despite the tumor-shrinking medical miracle that has bought her a few years, Hazel has never been anything but terminal, her final chapter inscribed upon diagnosis.

Frederic Community Education Call Ann Fawver at 715-327-4868 or e-mail fawvera@frederic.k12.wi.us to enroll.

Yoga for beginners and begin-againers and practitioners.

Ongoing classes beginning Tuesday, Sept. 18.

Choose 10-11 a.m. or 6-7 p.m. Call 715-327-4648 for location. Fee: $28/$16 for each six-week session.

Instructor: Sandra King.

Dance by Andrea -Tap, jazz and ballet

Tuesday, Oct. 9, 6:30-8 p.m. Fee: $10.

Creative Chair Seats Weaving Workshop

Prerequisite: Introduction to chair seat weaving or consultation with instructor.

Tuesdays, Oct. 23 – Nov. 13, 6:30-9 p.m. Fee: $40. Instructor: Andrea Hildebrandt Thursdays, Oct. 11-25, 3:15-5:15 p.m. Fee: $28.

Instructors: Emily Karl and Sarah Cook

Deboning and Cooking Chicken

Mondays at Frederic Elementary. Weigh in 5 p.m.

Meeting at 5:30 p.m. Contact Amy Tinman at jatinman@hotmail.com or 715-566-2478.

Tuesday, Oct. 23, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Fee: $20/$12 and $7 material fee – come hungry. Instructor: Betty Linden.

Zumba

Fall schedule: Now through Wednesday, Dec. 12; Sundays, 5 p.m. Zumba Toning; Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. Regular Zumba; Fridays, 5:30 a.m. Regular Zumba. Classes held in the Frederic Elementary School gym. Contact Amy Tinman at jatinman@hotmail.com or 715-566-2478.

Frederic American Legion and Frederic American Legion Auxiliary

Frederic American Legion and Auxiliary will meet at the high school, Tuesday, Sept. 18; dinner/reception at 6:30 p.m.; meeting at 7 p.m.

Fall Fishing

Thursdays, Sept. 27 and Oct. 4, 6-8 p.m. Fee: $20/$12. Instructor: Dr. Charles Huver.

New Beginner Clogging Class

Mondays, Oct. 1, 6-6:45 p.m. For fee info or questions: Sherclog@yahoo.com. Instructor: Sheryl Baker, RCC.

Intermediate Clogging Class

The River City Cloggers. Mondays, Oct. 1, 6:457:30 p.m. Instructor: Sheryl Baker, RCC.

Movement to Music Tiny Tot Clogging

For children ages 1-1/2 to preschool. Mondays, beginning Oct. 1, 5:30-6 p.m. For fee info or questions Sherclog@yahoo.com. Instructor: Sheryl Baker, RCC.

Tuesday, Oct. 16, 6-8 p.m. Fee: $12/$8 and a $7 material fee. Instructors: Mike Miles and Barbara Kass.

Tuesday, Oct. 23, 6:30-8 p.m.

True Colors Personality Training – What color are you? Celebrate Possibilities – Success through goal setting. This is a nontraditional approach to realizing goals. Tuesday, Oct. 30, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Fee: $20 for both one-hour sessions. Instructor: Maltee McMahon

Luck High School Class of 1946 in front (L to R) are Harlan Nelson, Joyce Bille and Doris Olson. In back are Russ Hermstad, Paul Lundmark, Sylvia Hansen, Karen Eisen and Jo Zaiser.

Tuesday, Nov. 6, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Fee: $20 Hacker’s Lanes in Frederic hosted a reunion for the classes of 1946, 1947 and 1948 on Saturday, for both one-hour sessions $40/all four. Instructor: Aug. 18. – Photo submitted Taking Positive Action – The Story of My Life

Maltee McMahon Drivers Education through Safe Start Driving School Tuesday, Oct. 16 through Thursday, Nov. 8. Class times: Monday – Thursday, 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, 57 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 11, 6 p.m., Parent/Student Orientation

Frederic Alumni Homecoming

Art for Youth

Mondays, Oct. 8-29, 3:15-5:15 p.m., grades 1-3; Tuesdays, Oct. 9-30, 3:15-5:15 p.m., grades 4-6.

Fee: $36, and material fee of $5. Instructor: Hannah Fawver Roode

Basketball

Tuesdays, Oct. 2 – Nov. 20, 4-6 p.m. No class on Oct. 16 and Nov. 13. Fee: $10/$4. Facilitator: Carolyn Wedin.

Earn your high school equivalency diploma, brush up on basic skills or take advantage of WITC’s individualized instruction for adults. Learn reading, math, English, study skills and basic computer skills or do career exploration. Contact Kessea Karl at the high school or call Community Education, 715-3274868.

Introduction to Creative Chair Seats

Luck Class of 1946 holds reunion at Hacker's

Fire in the Belly Series: Discover Your Inner Strength

Walking at the Birch Street Elementary School, Monday - Friday, 7-8 a.m. and 4-6 p.m. No Fee. Sign in/out.

Tuesday, Oct. 9, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Fee: $20/$12 and $7 material fee. Instructor: Betty Linden

Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m.

– 5 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. For more information contact the library at 715-866-7697, Web site: webster.wislib.org. Online catalog: merlin.nwls.lib.wi.us/search.

QPR Suicide Prevention Training

Walking

Delectable Risotto

Hours and information

Emerson, Thoreau, Fuller, Irving, Cooper, Twain, Whitman, Fitzgerald, Dreiser and Hemingway. Thursdays, Oct. 25 – Nov. 8, 6-8 p.m. Fee: $21.54/$4. Instructor: Dr. Charles Huver

Study of Christopher Hampton, Mondays, Oct. 1 – Nov. 19, 6:30-8:30 p.m. No class on Oct. 15 and Nov. 12. Fee: $10. Instructor: Carolyn Wedin

Write Right Now!

• “The Boxcar Children: Blue Bay Mystery” by Gertrude Chandler Warner • “The Boxcar Children: The Woodshed Mystery”

by Gertrude Chandler Warner

Great American Authors

Drama in the North Woods

Learn the how and why and way of composting.

Monday, Oct. 1, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Fee: $5. Instructor: Barb Kass.

• “Love’s Reckoning” by Laura Frantz • “The Struggler” by Wanda E. Brunstetter • “Trickster’s Point” by William Kent Krueger • “15 Seconds” by Andrew Gross • “Last to Die” by Tess Gerritsen • “A Sunless Sea” by Anne Perry • “The Beautiful Mystery” by Louise Penny • “The Light Between Oceans” by M.I. Steadman

Audio books

No-Knead Bread and Pizza

Saturday, Oct. 20, 4 p.m. to midnight at Hacker’s Lanes. Music provided by the Frederic Alumni Band, $10 per person prior to event $12 at the door, proceeds to Frederic School Music Department. For more information contact Sandy Lundquist at 715472-4114 (day) or 715-327-8502 (night)

Composting 101

New adult fiction books

Baby-sitting

For girls and boys age 18 months – 18 years old.

Contact Andrea at 715-327-8650 or dancewithandrea@gmail.com. Tuition is $22/month for 4560 minute class, $15/month for 30-40 minute class.

Weight Watchers

But when a gorgeous plot twist named Augustus Waters suddenly appears at Cancer Kid Support Group, Hazel’s story is about to be completely rewritten,” – from the jacket. The group meets at 10 a.m. every fourth Tuesday of the month. Everyone is welcome.

• “Paul Revere’s Ride” by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow • “The Scarlet Stockings Spy” by Trinka Hakes Noble • “The Star-Spangled Banner” by Peter Spier • “The Story of the Star-Spangled Banner” by Patricia A. Pingry • “Toliver’s Secret” by Esther Wood Brady • “The Town That Fooled the Brtitish: A War of 1812 Story” by Lisa Papp • “How Do Elections Work?” by Leslie Harper • “How Do Laws Get Passed?” by Leslie Harper • “What Is Citizenship?” by Leslie Harper • “What Are Rights and Responsibilities?” by Leslie Harper • “Find It: “Searching for Information” by Miriam Coleman • “Cite It: Selecting Credible Sources” by Miriam Coleman

If you are interested, please contact coach Ryan Lind, lindr@frederic.k12.wi.us. School phone, 715327-4223 Cell phone: 920-573-1059

Adult Basic Education

Pets hit the trail for humane society fundraiser

AMERY – Grab Fido and hit the trail with fellow dog lovers to raise money for Arnell Memorial Humane Society. Their annual dog walk will be held on Saturday, Sept. 29, along the beautifully wooded Stower Seven Lakes State Trail. Registration is from 10 to 11 a.m. at Soo Line Park, at the trailhead. Following registration, walkers may enjoy festivities in the park, and begin hiking at their leisure.

Throughout the event, you can show your support by sporting an AMHS temporary tattoo, and “Mug With Your Mutt,” while Lindfors Photography snaps your picture. Other activities include an owner/pet look-alike contest at 12:30 p.m., and the sale of raffle tickets, featuring two sets of Packer/Viking tickets, $200 cash, a $200 Gander Mountain gift certificate and a weekend at Cornucopia Cabins on the

south shore of Lake Superior.

Through sponsorship pledges, guardians and their furry friends will raise much-needed funds to support the shelter’s adoption services, low-income spay/neuter program and education activities. Pledge forms may be obtained online, arnellhumane.org, or by calling 715-268-7387. Human participants will receive T-shirts and dogs will get colorful bandanas.

For more than 15 years, Arnell Memorial Humane Society has been committed to providing protection, shelter and care for homeless animals in western Wisconsin. It takes in 800 stray, abandoned and unwanted animals each year. - submitted

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Festival’s featured artists - David Markson ST. CROIX FALLS – This week’s featured artist is one who works behind the scenes, quite literally.

In fact, if you have seen any of the Theatre Series productions this year, you have witnessed his work. David Markson is the set designer and scenic artist for Festival Theatre, and has designed and painted for every 2012 production so far.

He has been working with Festival since 2010, lending his artistic vision and dynamic brushwork to 10 productions in the past three years.

Markson grew up in North Minneapolis. He began performing and even set designing as a child, helping out in his neighborhood drama troupe. After his childhood, he took a 35-year break from theater, but dove back in enthusiastically when a community theater was created in River Falls, where he has made his home.

Markson spent a few years attending college at Augsburg and then the U of M before landing in River Falls. Although much of his time was spent studying and at classes, he recounts many wasted hours of playing cards.

This past year he directed a show at the River Falls High School before transitioning into designing for Festival’s three summer productions. A man of many

David Markson gifts, Markson coaches tennis and is a talented musician. He can be seen playing around the River Falls area in two bands, The Tin Pan Alley Cats and The Danger Rangers.

Since 2010, Markson has designed and painted an array of landscapes and interiors for Festival’s stage. “His ability to take the mood of a show and color it just the right shade, both with paint and with setting, is remarkable,” said Jaclyn Johnson, associate artistic director of Festival Theatre. “He has a great ear for listening to what is needed and wanted, both from script and from director. The truly astonishing thing about David is his ability to solve problems in our very challenging

space,” Johnson added.

“He brings it to life,” said Danette Olsen, executive director. Olsen went on to say, “There is vibrancy about David’s work in our space. His use of color and shape fill the space, but don’t congest it.

It is hard to find designers who can problem solve and make it look so easy.”

Olsen has known and worked with Markson since 1993 in River Falls where they participated in the early work of River Falls Community Theatre and the founding of the River Falls Community Arts Base. “I am so pleased that he has agreed to share his talents with the artists and audiences of Festival Theatre,” says Olsen. “He is the epitome of co-creativity in action and truly cares about the ways that the arts strengthen communities.”

Regarding the upcoming “Playing With Fire” set, Markson remarked, “I’m looking forward to trying to create and depict the ‘top of the world’ landscape.” The show takes place in a frozen wasteland, where an aged Victor Frankenstein and the Creature he created many years ago finally confront their history in memory.

Markson’s design will show an icy tundra, and his painting skills flesh out the harsh climate. “It’s an exciting challenge,” said Markson.

Although he spends a lot of time working behind the scenes in theater, he has

also been known to step onstage and act from time to time. He has played many roles, but his favorite project that had him performing was in “Tuna Christmas,” some years ago with River Falls Community Theatre, playing Arlis and countless others.

When asked what knowledge he would like to pass on to others learning about theater, Markson suggested humbly, “Just be open to what you can pick up from those you come in contact with.” He added with a humble nod to his own path into the theater, “especially when you don’t have any formal training yourself.”

When not busy at the theater, he immerses himself in his music, tennis and painting. He is a sign painter by trade, a muralist, and he coaches high school tennis in his day-to-day life. He also proudly counts himself as a community arts advocate and organizer, being involved in a number of local arts organizations, and aiding others whenever he can.

You can see Markson’s work displayed onstage at Festival throughout the season as he will design and paint for the upcoming “Playing With Fire,” and “It’s a Wonderful Life.” Call the box office for performance dates and times at 715-4833387.

Humane society announces third-annual Walk for the Animals SIREN - The Humane Society of Burnett County’s third-annual Walk for the Animals fundraiser will be at 1 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 29, at Veterans Park in Siren.

The event will be a one-mile or 3.2-mile (5K) walk, with all proceeds going to the society’s area animal shelters.

The Walk for the Animals is family and pet friendly, and appropriate for all ages and pets. It gives participants a way to meet fellow animal lovers and have fun with their pets. If you don’t have a dog, but want to participate, there will be dogs from the shelter that you can take for a stroll. Events that follow the walk include a Wee Waggers small dog race for dogs 25 pounds and less, and a Pet-Look-Alike contest.

The entry fee is a $15 tax-deductible donation, which covers admission to all activities for the day.

Attendees can fill out registration forms at hsburnettcty.org or send in the forms

The Humane Society of Burnett County’s third-annual Walk for the Animals fundraiser will be at 1 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 29, at Veterans Park in Siren. - Photo submitted and fees to the Humane Society of Burnett County, 7347 Midtown Road, Siren, WI 54872. Walk-in registrations are welcome,

Wine-tasting gala will benefi fitt Lions Club parks

TAYLORS FALLS, Minn. - Preparations are under way for the first-annual winetasting gala in Taylors Falls. The event is a joint affair sponsored by the Taylors Falls Historical Society and the Taylors Falls Lions Club.

“This is going to be a wonderful event that everyone should enjoy.” That’s how Don Lawrence, Lions Club member and vice president of the TFHS, described the affair. “The wine will be great, the fellowship will be great and the autumn in Taylors Falls is magnificent. Don’t let the name of the event fool you, there will be nonalcoholic beverages and plenty of good food provided by the Scandia Café along with the wine from Wild Mountain

Winery. We are hoping for support from other Lions Clubs and historical societies in the area. A silent auction will also be a feature on the evening.”

The Taylors Falls Wine Tasting Gala will be held at the Taylors Falls Community Center on Saturday, Sept. 22, starting at 7 p.m.

Tickets are $25 per person and available from any TFHS board member or Taylors Falls Lions Club members or at the visitors center (lower level of the community center) during weekend afternoons. You can also call 651-465-0443 for more information or tickets. Proceeds from the event will be used in the Lions Club parks. - submitted

Habitat for Humanity is coming to a town near you

BURNETT/POLK COUNTIES - If you live within Polk or Burnett counties, no matter where you are, you aren’t far from a Habitat for Humanity event or project.

The Centuria Habitat home is nearly complete and will be dedicated shortly. New homes will be built starting this fall in Grantsburg and in Webster. Please join them at one of these events to learn more about how the Habitat for Humanity program works, and thrives, solving urgent housing needs for more and more local families.

Upcoming events include: • Ground breaking in Grantsburg: Sat-

urday, Sept. 15, at 3 p.m. with the Jessica Janes family at 349 Benson Rd. W. • Dedication in Centuria: Sunday, Sept.

23, at 2 p.m. with the Brian and Denise Van Vleet family at 411 3rd St. • Ground breaking in Webster: Saturday, Sept. 29, at 10 a.m. with the Dawne Summer family at 26567 White Pine Ave. N. (Smith Pines Addition).

For more information and to learn about the many ways to help with Habitat for Humanity and the ReStore in St. Croix Falls, call 715-483-2700. - submitted

but must be completed prior to the start of the walk.

The event is a crucial fundraiser to help

the society cover the cost of upkeep on its area animal shelters. Funding also helps cover medical care, medical supplies, heartworm treatments, dental work, Xrays, blood work and care for traumatic injuries such as animals hit by cars. The Humane Society of Burnett County is a registered nonprofit 501(c) 3 organization and relies on volunteers, community support and donations.

The shelter is always seeking additional donations: cat and dog food, copy paper, bleach, laundry and dish soap, cat litter, paper towels, garbage bags, toys and treats for cats and dogs, dog leashes and collars. Volunteers are also needed to help with office work, bathing and brushing animals, building and ground maintenance, fundraising, animal socializing, foster homes and more.

For more information, contact the Humane Society of Burnett County at 715866-4096 or hsburnettcty.org. – submitted

An evening of classical guitar at Luck Library, Oct. 7 LUCK – Classical guitarist and Carnegie Hall performer Peter Fletcher will once again be touring the Midwest this fall. Luck Library is honored to be on his itinerary. Sunday, Oct. 7, 6:30 p.m., Fletcher will entertain audiences with his stunning performance. His concert this year will feature the Bach "Chaconne," "Recuerdos de la Alhambre," by Tarrega, Paganini’s Caprice No. 24, Sarabande from Edvard Grieg’s "Holberg Suite" and music of Praetorius, Granados, Turina, Ravel and Lauro.

In demand as a performer in cultural venues throughout the country, Fletcher has been invited to give recitals at the George Eastman House in Rochester, N.Y.; Cincinnati’s Memorial Hall; St. Philip Cathedral in Atlanta; Furman University in Greenville, S.C.; the Schwartz Center for the Arts in Dover, Del.; Brookhaven National Laboratory in Long Island, N.Y.; South Congregational Church in New Britain, Conn.; Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Greenville, Pa.; Trinity Episcopal Church in Longview, Texas; Alice Tully Hall in Lincoln Center; and many others. On Nov. 27, 2001, he gave the world premier of "Woke Up the Lookout Different, six fragments for solo guitar" composed by Rob Pumpelly at Spivey Hall in Atlanta, Ga.; in 2003 he performed on the Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concert Series at the Chicago Cultural Center, and a very special guest engagement was Fletcher’s appearance in May 2005 at the World Music Series in Oceanside, Calif. In January, 2005,

Peter Fletcher Fletcher was invited to join the distinguished Jury of the 9th-annual Schadt String Competition in Allentown, Pa. He made his New York debut at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall in February 2007, and returned in 2008, 2009 and in 2010 to a completely sold-out house.

One of the most beautiful things about Fletcher’s music is that he transcribes piano music into pieces for the classical guitar. The music flows effortlessly off his fingertips and is a true joy to listen to.

Please attend Sunday, Oct. 7, at the library for an unforgettable evening of enchantment. - submitted

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LIBRARY NEWS Did you know Did you know that the library system has additional services for patrons? Check out the MORE Web site: more.lib.wi.us Recorded downloadable audio One new feature is the recorded downloadable audio One Click Digital. Access audio from almost any device once you have an account set up. All you need is your library card from an Indianhead Federated Library. Stop in to learn more.

Story hour The story hour times will again be changing. We apologize for this but the school hours have changed availability for many of our current story time participants. Our new story times will be Monday and Friday mornings at 9:30 a.m.

Activities, crafts, stories and constructive play.

Open house We are having an open house Saturday, Sept. 29, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., to show off our remodeling. Join us for a light snack and come to hear author Jan Adams at 1 p.m. She will be sharing her story from her book, “Football Wife.”

Computer classes Classes will resume in October on Monday evenings at 5:30 p.m. (New day and time.) Check back for schedule.

We have new hours Balsam Lake Library, (under the water tower) at 404 Main St., Balsam Lake.

Hours are Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m.

– 2 p.m. E-mail: library@balsam lakepl.org. Web site: balsamlakepubliclibrary.org., 715-485-3215. Like us on Facebook for updated information.

Frederic Public Library

Savannah Richter was one of three grand-prize drawing winners in the Frederic Library summer reading program. Savannah received gift certificates to Moose Mulligan Mini-Golf in Siren and Subway.

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September is Library Card Sign-Up Month, and 6-year-old Gavin Miller is delighted to show off his brand-new Frederic Library card. Your library card is the smartest card in your wallet. If you don’t have one, stop in soon to get your card and put it to work for you.

Zachary Buttacavoli won an i-Pod Shuffle in the Frederic Library summer reading program grand-prize drawings. The third grand-prize drawing winner was Cade Engen (not pictured) who was awarded gift certificates to Dairy Queen and Timbers Theatres in Siren.

POLK COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

2012-2013 COMMUNITY SEASONAL INFLUENZA VACCINE SCHEDULE Date Fri., September 14 Fri., September 21 Fri., September 28

Time 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

9 a.m. to Noon 9 a.m. to Noon

Location Polk County Health Department Polk County Health Department Polk County Health Department

Fri., October 19 Fri., October 26

9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

9 a.m. to Noon

Polk County Health Department Polk County Health Department

Fri., November 2 Sat., November 3 Fri., November 16

9 a.m. to Noon 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Polk County Health Department Unity School, Balsam Lake Polk County Health Department

Individual appointments are available on Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Contact the Health Department at 715-485-8500 to schedule.

COST: Flu Vaccine - $30/dose. Pneumococcal vaccine - $45/dose.

Additional seasonal influenza clinics may be added.

Check our Web site at www.polkcountyflu.com, or call the Polk County 568950 Health Department at 715-485-8500.

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Luck Public Library The Luck Public Library has an exciting fall programming lineup this year. Be sure to clip this column and hang it on the fridge where it is in full view. You don’t want to miss any of these events. Watch the paper for more information about each program or call the library for more details.

October 2012 Lorna Landvik will be speaking and introducing her newest book, “Mayor Of The Universe,” at the Luck Library Oct. 2, at 7 p.m. Landvik, who once worked as a stand-up comic in San Francisco, is the author of eight novels. She wanted to serve margaritas during her performance, but we had to explain that she would be at a library. If you’ve never read a Lorna Landvik novel, now is the time to pick one up.

Peter Fletcher, classical guitarist, will once again be performing at the Luck Library Sunday evening, Oct. 7, at 6:30 p.m.

This is truly a performance you do not want to miss! This Carnegie Hall performer will leave you speechless.

Ventriloquist Nate Plummer will be performing a family show at the Library Saturday, Oct. 13, at 4 p.m. Plummer just returned from touring the Pacific Northwest this summer with the Missoula Children’s Theatre. His performances have been described as “laugh out loud and pee your pants funny.” Fun for the whole family. Be there.

Lamoine MacLaughlin, local author, poet and vibrant promoter of the arts, will be reading from his latest book “Secrets From The Wings” Monday, Oct. 15, at 7 p.m. This wonderfully creative book of sonnets reflects what Shakespearian characters, waiting in the wings, might say, if Shakespeare had given them the chance.

Well-done poetry is magical to the ears and Maclaughlin is an artist.

Local mystery author Christine Seaton will be reading from her newest book in the Dairyland Murders series Thursday,

Oct. 18, at 6 p.m. The third book, “Cop Incognito,” will debut in September. Seaton feels this book is a bit more serious and takes Bernice and Agent Wyatt to some unforgettable places. For more on Seaton visit her Web site dairylandmurders.com.

To learn more about her sense of humor and writing style, read the article titled, “Back Story and Agent Wyatt’s Underwear.” This is quite clever and funny stuff.

November Mark Moran, antique appraiser extraordinaire, will be making an appearance at Luck Library again this fall. Saturday, Nov. 10, from 3 to 5 p.m., Moran will evaluate all your interesting family items. Last year we had so many requests for private home appraisals, we didn’t have enough business cards. If you are interested in that sort of thing, please contact the library so he can set something up while he is in town. Moran has been a guest appraiser on “Antiques Roadshow.” His knowledge is expansive and his events are very popular. Watch the papers for more information on this coming program.

Sunday, Nov. 18, at 2:15 p.m., (note the time change) Janet Letnes-Martin, one half of the dynamic duo – the Lutheran Ladies, will be visiting Luck to tell about hotdishes, hot flashes and hot pads. The co-author of “Growing Up Lutheran” and the inspiration of the popular play, “The Church Basement Ladies,” Janet LetnesMartin will be entertaining us at the United Pioneer Home with stories of Scandinavian Midwest life, conduct and of course, food. Her stories will jog your memory and your funny bone.

Hours Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Friday, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.; Sunday, Ancestry.com tutorial only from noon – 4 p.m., library is closed to checkouts and browsers.

Milltown Public Library Ongoing events Computer basics Open lab for beginners is available on Mondays at 1 and 2 p.m. Sign up for an hour-long session at the circulation desk or call 715-825-2313.

Morning story time Join the group every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for a half hour of stories, songs and lots of fun. Designed for toddlers and preschool-age youth.

Create and connect This program is an all-ages art and social night, every Tuesday at 6 p.m. A great night for the whole family to choose stories together, to exercise creative energies and to maybe even hear a story or two.

Upcoming events No School? Old School!

Friday, Sept. 21, from 1-4 p.m., all of the old-fashioned board games (no batteries!) will be available at the Milltown Public Library. We even provide a light snack.

Battle a librarian, if you dare.

Join Friends of the Milltown Public Library The next meeting will be held on Thursday, Oct. 11, at 6:30 p.m. Anyone can be a member and can help in many ways.

Did you know?

Besides the myriad of books in all genres and reading levels, the library also has oodles of movies, books on audio, and even e-books and e-audiobooks. Check out our upcoming programming and wares anytime at milltownpubliclibrary.org or stop in to browse the collections. You can also find the Milltown Public Library on Facebook and Twitter.

Play Wii at the library The Wii room is open for business.

Games and select accessories are available for use within the library. Donations of games and accessories in good condition are welcome.

One Click Digital There is a new format available to download e-audiobooks. There are thousands of titles available with no hold lists.

Get your e-audiobook without waiting.

Ask library staff for help, if needed.

Hours and information Phone: 715-825-2313, open Monday through Thursday 10 a.m-7 p.m, Friday 10 a.m-5 p.m, and Saturday 10 a.m-2 p.m.

E-mail milltownpl@milltownpublic library.org. Fresh coffee and fast Wi-Fi are served every day.

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God bless everyone for your prayers and support.

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New staff members at Webster

Webster

The new staff at Webster are shown back row (L to R): Ryan Nesvold, fourth-grade teacher; Chad Bolkemam, fifth-grade teacher and high school varsity basketball coach; Daniel Swenson, business education teacher; and Nathan Warner, third-grade teacher. Front row: Gary Beecroft, custodian; Nicole McCorison, kindergarten teacher; Leighann Mensen, Americorps member; Cathie Mahlen, seventh- and eighth-grade reading teacher; and Jason Matthys, high school math teacher. – Photo submitted

Cub Scouts welcoming new members BURNETT COUNTY - Cub Scout Pack 562 will be holding registration nights in September to invite boys in kindergarten through fifth grade to join Cub Scouts. Boys from the Siren, Webster and Danbury communities interested in joining Scouts are encouraged to attend accompanied by an adult - one of two special open houses later this month at Siren and Webster to learn more and register.

The open houses will be held Tuesday, Sept.

18, at 6 p.m. at Siren Schools in the Dragon Room and Thursday, Sept. 20, at 6 p.m. at the Webster Elementary School.

For more information contact Cubmaster Bill Lindberg at 715-349-7671 or cell, 715-220-7314 or e-mail bill.pack564@gmail.com.

Cub Scouts explore a variety of new interests and activities with other boys their age. They meet weekly or bi-weekly in small groups (dens) and monthly with the entire group (pack) to share experiences, activities and recognition. Boys in kindergarten through fifth grade are eligible and can start at any level.

Families who are unable to attend a registration night or have questions should contact Lindberg or the Northern Star Council BSA Service Center at 763-231-7201.

Additional information on Cub Scouts can be found by visiting joincubs.org.

Northern Star Council BSA, northernstarbsa.org, serves more than 75,000 young people in 21 central Minnesota and four western Wisconsin counties. - with submitted information

Cub Scouts explore a variety of new interests and activities with other boys their age. Members of Cub Scout Pack 564 recently attended Camp Tomahawk where they took part in a variety of activities such as climbing, learning shooting skills and safety. - Photos submitted

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Wheels and Wings/Community Fair

Osceola

There was a sea of people all day Saturday at the Osceola Airport, with an air show, auto show and radar runs for cars and motorcycles, as well as lots of food and drink.

Participants were able to take short helicopter rides over the area all day, which kept the pilot very busy.

Photos by Greg Marsten

There were several vintage military planes on hand, and they proved to be popular attractions at the air show and on display.

Jory and Everett (L to R) of Osceola peer through the tiny window of this vintage custom rat rod into the interior. They both seemed to think they would fit just fine.

Stalled traffic and minimal parking persuaded this family to make a temporary camp across Hwy. 35 from the airport to take in the air show and events on Saturday, Sept. 8.

This Dodge Viper hit nearly 130-mph as it passed the camped out police unit with the radar gun, as part of the radar runs on the airport tarmac Saturday afternoon, Sept. 8.

Nicknamed "'Ol Blue," this vintage 1950 Ford Sedan was also the way back to Forest Lake, Minn., for Harold Wielinski and his wife, Joyce, and son, Joseph. The restored Ford was part of the car show Saturday, Sept. 8, at the airport.

Minnesota National Guardsman Sgt. Doug Strain (left) and his son, Tanner, 16, sit atop a military LMTV transport unit. Strain is based at Holman Airfield in St. Paul, Minn., with the Blackhawk Unit.

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Wheels and Wings/Community Fair

Osceola

Grace, Hanna and Hailee (L to R) finished up their day of helping kids with art projects at the Osceola ArtBarn. The three Osceola students also showed off their interesting face painting, as did a young girl (photo submitted at left) who enjoyed the experience with her puppy. – Photos by Greg Marsten unless otherwise noted

RIGHT: Volunteer artists Sophia and Shaina (L to R) shared a laugh as their time wound down on Saturday at the Art Explosion.

The duo were helping children with art projects all afternoon, but got a little punchy as the day ended.

LEFT: A young girl is focused on creating her masterpiece.

- Photo submitted

Ice cream treats proved to be a popular item at the airport all day. Local vendor Christi Thole, Somerset, and her rescued and well-dressed Chihuahua, Luna, manned the Street Treats van, which Thole and her husband own.

Jackson, 4, Centuria, shows off the "stick snake" he made at the Art Explosion on Saturday, Sept. 8 at the Osceola ArtBarn.

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Wheels and Wings/Community Fair

Yes, that was Polk County Fairest of the Fair attendant Kristin Solum of Deer Park, competing in the tractor pulls on Saturday at Oakey Park. Solum managed an impressive run of nearly 277 feet on this attempt.

Osceola

Osceola FFA members Kristin, Bailey, Amber and Laura (L to R) watch the tractor pulls beside the bevy of trophies that were to be handed out to the various winners in each class. – Photos by Greg Marsten

When their parents were taking a break, these two girls decide to have a little fun at Oakey Park on Saturday. Charlisia, 3, and Adeline, 5, decided to walk on all fours, which proved to be pretty funny to others in attendance.

Tanea, 2, and her Aunt Mandi enjoyed the community fair at Oakey Park. The two were watching kids play games, during "a little 'auntie time,'" according to Mandi.

Delaney, 9, seemed pretty proud of her stylish and sparkly face painting art.

Isaac, 8, spent quite a while playing Zenga at Oakey Park on Saturday, Sept. 8, as part of the Osceola Community Fair. However, Isaac had a hard time beating his mother at the game.

There were plenty of flowers and plants on display at the Osceola Community Fair at Oakey Park.

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Lamar meets $3 300,000 challenge goal ST. CROIX FALLS - After 18 months of fundraising and a community outpouring of generosity, Lamar Community Center announced completion of the challenge goal of $300,000 for the renovation of the historic 1905 Lamar School. The country school has been a focal point for community since its closing in 1945 and for the last 10 years, has offered programming in education and the arts. The challenge goal was part of Lamar’s This Place Matters capital campaign.

“We have a lot of pride in this project,” said Tom Jeffris of the Jeffris Family Foundation which anchored the renovation project with an all-or-nothing $100,000 challenge grant. “I admire the way the community has come together to make it happen.” Jeffris was at Lamar for the celebration Monday, Sept. 10, along with foundation representatives and donors from throughout the area.

Kris Schmid, of Frederic, chair of Lamar’s building committee and board member since 2009, described the renovation project that will include basic upgrades of electrical, plumbing and insulation; roof replacement and repairs; and restoration of historic elements both inside and out.

Jonathan Moore attended the Sept. 10 celebration on behalf of the National Park Service, which is linked with Lamar through its designation to the National Register of Historic Places, both under the Department of Interior.

USDA officials shepherded a grant request from Lamar through the Rural Development Community Facilities Program and awarded $45,000 for accessibility measures. Shown (L to R): Sue Larson – USDA regional director, David Butler – Lamar president, Kathleen Melin - Lamar executive director, Steve Bont – Lamar board member, and Ron Bossany – USDA area specialist. – in the future.

Photos submitted It’s truly an inspiration.”

Located between St. Croix Falls and Tom Jeffris, After the Jeffris challenge grant was anCenturia, the school was central to a oncenounced in September 2010, gifts followed president of the thriving community called Lamar that inFamily from many local donors and businesses Jeffris cluded a creamery, post office, church, along with renovation grants from the Foundation, spoke store, brickyard and dozens of immigrant USDA-Rural Development, the Otto Bre- at the challenge farmsteads. At its height, 108 students atmer Foundation, the St. Croix Valley grant completion tended the state-graded school. When the Foundation and the Helen Bader Founda- celebration. The railroad was built at the turn of the cention. tury, Lamar was bypassed. Centuria was Jeffris Foundation Ron Bossany from USDA-Rural Devel- has funded many established and became the new center of opment commended Lamar. “When I of the premier hiscommerce. Lamar is near what is now came out and met Lamar President David tory projects in known as the Gandy Dancer Trail and is Butler, I saw the passion and I knew this W i s c o n s i n . also on the historic Clam Falls Trail. was going to work,” said Bossany.

The campaign continues to the end of “Lamar is our first Most of the 144 one-room schools that and only rural 2012 to secure another $75,000 for exonce dotted Polk County have been de- school,” said Jefpanded programming in a fully functional molished or converted to private homes. fris. building. Donations may be made online Lamar is one of a handful that remains in at lamarcommunity.org or to Lamar Comthe public domain. Because of the social munity Center, P.O. Box 344, St. Croix history of Lamar and the building’s which links Lamar with the National Park Falls, WI 54024. For further information, Craftsman-style architecture and Ital- Service. Jonathan Moore, park ranger for e-mail lamar.community@gmail.com or ianate bell tower, it was designated to the community partnerships, attended the call 715-553-2116. - submitted National Register of Historic Places in celebration and commented on the signifi1982. That designation comes under the cance of the project: “Lamar is steeped in auspices of the Department of the Interior a rich history and has another foot firmly

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To all the St. Croix Falls residents and surrounding communities.

Thank you everyone, we wish we could thank you all individually. The selflessness of this community has amazed us, and we are overwhelmed by everyone’s generosity. On June 12 we lost our home, all of belongings and pets in a house fire. Thankfully no one was home at the time, and no firemen were inured while putting it out. There are no words that can express the gratitude and appreciation to everyone who offered words of encouragement, prayers and made donations to my family. Losing so much in such a short amount of time is an indescribable feeling, and we feel blessed by everyone who has helped us, you have made this event in our lives so much easier because you cared. Although we may not be able to thank you personally, please know our thank-you is with profound humbleness, and we are forever grateful to your kindness and selflessness.

Thank you as well to everyone who dedicated there time to putting together the benefit for my family and for all the donations. The words Thank You seem so vague and not enough to describe how we feel.

Our sincere thanks to: St. Croix Falls, Taylors Falls, Dresser fire departments, as well as any others who helped that day, Kirk Anderson, Leslie Larson and everyone who shared their valued time to help with the benefit, Susan Lee, Valley Custom Homes, Cross Country Excavating, St. Croix Falls Rotary, St. Croix Falls Regional Medical Center and employees, St. Croix Falls VFW and Legion, St. Croix Falls School District and staff, St. Croix Falls Girl Scouts, surrounding area churches and businesses, new friends, old friends, neighbors and our wonderful families.

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BACK TO THE CONSTITUTION RALLIES Rally 1: Rally

10 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2012, in the south parking lot of the Polk County Government Center in Balsam Lake, Wisconsin.

2: 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2012, at the west parking lot of the Burnett County Government Center in Siren, Wisconsin.

Speakers will include: Karen Schroeder • Kim Simac Pastor David King • Dennis Clinard William Norine • Bob Blake • (Others being considered) Come early. Bring chairs if you wish to sit.

Our Constitution is under an all-out assault and we must all do what we can to save it before it is too late.

We ask that our conservative friends remember to vote for conservative candidates at the general election on

Tuesday, November 6, 2012 Our liberal friends can vote a week later...

Permission to use the government center facilities shall not in any way constitute an endorsement of an individual or group or their policies and activities. Events taking place at the government center that are advertised either by flyer or paid advertisement must state in the advertisement: “This event is sponsored by a totally unorganized group of Conservative Curmudgeons and is not associated or 569105 45a,dp 4Lp endorsed by Burnett County Government or Polk County Government.”

Ad paid for by Bob Blake. Not authorized by any candidate or candidate’s committee.

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Pastor refl fle ects on trend of church closings

by Sherill Summer Leader staff writer WEBSTER - Trinity Lutheran Church in Danbury held its last service on Sunday, Aug. 26, at the site where it served as a congregation for at least 97 years.

The congregation will join its sister church, Our Redeemer Lutheran, in Webster.

Pastor Gerald Heinecke has served both Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod congregations for the past two years.

Closing Trinity Lutheran was not a sudden development, he said. The Danbury congregation voted to keep the doors of the Danbury church open the previous year before Heinecke first came to the churches, and Heinecke said that the idea was first discussed in 1976, as far as he can tell.

He also said the Danbury Pastor Gerald Heinecke church is not alone in closing down in 2012. According to the Schaeffer Institute, 4,000 churches close each year, while only 1,000 churches are started each year.

Other statistics explain why there is an annual net loss of churches in the U.S. While 75 to 80 percent of the American population describe themselves as Christian, only 50 percent of these people are members of a church. What’s more, only 30 percent of church members attend church regularly, at best.

With these numbers, Heinecke figures about 15 to 20 percent of the U.S. population is going to church regularly and church membership has been falling by at least 10 percent a decade since 1980. And because church attendance from week to week tends to be older Americans, this trend will probably accelerate.

Heinecke believes some of the reasons behind the dwindling attendance are that younger generations tend not to join organizations in general, let alone a church.

And the younger people who do attend church tend to have fewer children than in generations past, making it hard to sustain children’s programs.

Smaller rural churches have it even tougher as there are fewer good jobs that can support families and the population is more mobile and able and willing to drive farther to attend a church, often bypassing the closest church to go to one that is larger with more programs.

But whether a rural church or a church in a more populated setting, Heinecke believes that the biggest problem facing churches is that people no longer believe there is a need to go to church. The Bible, however, says differently. The third commandment says to remember the Sabbath Day by keeping it holy. Heinecke believes the way to keep the Sabbath holy is to attend church. What’s more, it is a sin not to go to church. The third commandment is not the only place in the Bible urging church attendance. In I Timothy 4:13, the apostle Paul tells Timothy and us to devote yourself to the public reading of scripture, to exhortation, to teaching. Hebrews 10:25-27 warns us, “not to neglect to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encourage one another, and all the more as you see the judgment day drawing near. For if we go on sinning deliberately after receiving the knowledge of truth, there no longer remains a sacrifice for sins, but a fearful expectation of judgment, and a fury of fire that will consume the adversaries.”

Hearing these words from the Bible, Heinecke fears some people may not think they are good enough to go to church, or they are not welcome because they don’t go to church often or don’t give money to the church. Or maybe they have had a disagreement in the past and are not sure if they can go back to church.

In closing, Heinecke said, “There is always time to repent of your sin, that is, to turn from your sin, and receive

Trinity Lutheran Church in Danbury held its last service on Sunday, Aug. 26, at the site where it served as a congregation for at least 97 years. - Photo submitted forgiveness of your sin and I will gladly forgive you for that is what Christ has called me to do. I hope everyone understands that everyone is welcome to come to church and hear the Word of God proclaimed so that they may believe.

“And while it is never a desire to close a church, much less close Trinity Lutheran, Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Webster is open and will continue to care for the members of the church and to confess the faith to a world lost in sin so that the Holy Spirit may work faith in those who have fallen from the church or have never had faith.”

St. Croix Falls singer/songwriters to perform at Frederic Art Center

FREDERIC - Frederic Arts presents a performance by St. Croix Falls singer/songwriters Cynthia Rintala De Mar and Dave Frank on Saturday, Sept. 15, 7:30 p.m. at the Frederic Art Center, 310 Lake Ave. S., across from Coon Lake Park. They will be joined by bassist Sam Boatman and warmed up by a bit of poetry from locals Deb Trantow and Kelly Green. This is a free event and plenty of parking is available.

De Mar received her first guitar at age 12 along with a chord book that enabled her to play songs like “She’ll be Coming ‘Round the Mountain.” Self-taught, she discovered that she could express deeply buried emotions and this led her to find her own voice and a place of healing.

A CD of her original compositions, “Unmatched Socks,” was released in 2006 and she has performed in many venues between the St. Croix Valley and Porcupine Mountains in Michigan.

Frank plays guitar, violin, mandolin, banjo, bass and a homemade “box with strings.” He performs regularly in the St. Croix Valley either solo or as a member of various groups. He has owned and operated the RedBird Music Store in downtown St. Croix Falls for the past seven

years. The store provides instrument repair, offers music lessons and sells everything from autoharps to zithers plus strings, capos, tuners, picks, straps and so on. Frank and De Mar will perform solo and as a duo, as they have so often over the years, so here is your chance to catch them both ways.

Frederic Arts is a member-driven group dedicated to arts education, exhibition and performance in Polk County and beyond. For more information, go to fredericarts.org or call 715-327-8181. For more information about RedBird Music, go to redbirdmusicstore.com or call 715-483-2943. - submitted

St. Croix Falls singer/songwriters Cynthia Rintala De Mar and Dave Frank will perform at the Frederic Art Center on Saturday, Sept. 15, 7:30 p.m. - Photo submitted

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Auditions for "Jack and the Beanstalk" at Luck School Sept. 17 staff will direct the production and play the roles of the giant and the storyteller. Auditions are open to students grades one-12; both public and home-school students are encouraged to attend. The suggested minimum age is 7, yet parents can decide if their 6-year-old is ready. The audition process lasts up to two hours and all participants are required to be in attendance the complete time. No preparation is necessary to audition. A portion of the cast will be required to stay following auditions for a short rehearsal. Rehearsals will be held the remainder of the week. On Tuesday, Sept. 18, and Thursday, Sept. 20, rehearsals will be from 3:30-7:45 p.m. On Wednesday, Sept.

19, due to early dismissal, rehearsal will be from 12:45-5 p.m. On Friday, Sept. 21, the cast will put the finishing

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First Presbyterian Church, St. Croix Falls

Thursday, 9/20, 9:30 - 11 a.m. and 5:30 - 7 p.m.

All class sizes are limited! Preregistration requested.

(Classes are appropriate for women ages 35 and up, with or without yoga experience.)

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touches on their show and then perform at 7 p.m. in the Luck School Elementary Gym. On Saturday, Sept. 22, a 3 p.m., matinee performance will wrap up their week with Prairie Fire.

Tickets for either performance will be available at the door. This weeklong PFCT residency is sponsored by Luck Community Education. A participation fee is also requested to help cover residency expenses. Preregistration is helpful as there is a lot of info for parents to learn about during their students’ busy and fun-filled week.

For more information, contact Amy Aguado, Luck Comm. Ed. director, at 715-472-2152, ext. 103 or e-mail amya@lucksd.k12.wi.us. - submitted

4TH-ANNUAL OKTOBERFEST EUREKA FARMERS MARKET

(in conjunction with River Road Ramble)

Saturday, September 22 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

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LUCK – This is the seventh year Luck Community Education is sponsoring Prairie Fire Children’s Theatre, and its popularity continues to grow as these plays are enjoyed by all ages. Productions have roles for movers, singers, aspiring actors and for kids who just want their first experience acting onstage. Luck School District students will team up with two professional actors/directors next week to audition, practice and present Prairie Fire Children’s Theatre’s original musical version of the classic tale “Jack and the Beanstalk.”

On Monday, Sept. 17, from 3:30-5:30 p.m., up to 70 youth will fill the roles of Jack, his fellow villagers, the carnival performers, the people of Orchestrania, the inhabitants of Featherville, and the trolls. The Prairie Fire

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CHURCH NEWS/OBITUARIES Timberland Ringebu Free Lutheran Church holds ground breaking for new addition

by Wayne Romsos Special to the Leader TIMERLAND — The church bell rang out long and loud on a cool crisp Sunday morning, Sept. 2, where the Timberland Ringebu Free Lutheran Church later celebrated a ground breaking for an expansion of the sanctuary. The steps and some siding have already been removed in preparation for the actual construction.

The expansion project will increase the seating capacity by 40-45. The congregation looks forward to the project being done before December.

Prior to the original church sanctuary, which was built in 1909, services were held in the grade school nearby, with pastoral needs being met from Cumberland.

Then, largely by community church members, the church was built. Many grandparents of current members were part of the original crew that built much of the structure. A craftsman that lived nearby built the altar, kneeling rail, baptismal font and pulpit. This church served the needs of the community for many years. Various improvements were made through the years such as stained-glass windows, foyer upgrade and new siding. Then in 1995, a fellowship hall was added consisting of Sunday school classrooms, running water for rest rooms and a kitchen.

The congregation has been growing in weekly attendance, on occasion requiring chairs to be placed in the aisles, so the

Members of the Timberland Ringebu Free Lutheran Church held a ground breaking for an expansion of the current sanctuary on Sunday, Sept.

2. — Photos by Ron Jensen need was obvious. “This addition should be adequate for the present time, until the Lord blesses us with a greater growth than what we are planning for right now. We welcome anyone that is in the area looking for a church to attend, those who believe that the Bible is the inerrant word of

Bud and Jerry Hoekstra are shown with a scale model of the final expansion project for the Timberland Ringebu Free Lutheran Church.

God, and visit our Sunday worship service at 9:30 a.m.,” stated a member of the church.

A scale model was made of the final expansion project by Arthur (Bud) and Jerry Hoekstra allowing members a visual perspective of what the church will look like when the project is completed. He builds scale model replicas for railroad displays, so it has a lot of fine detail.

The bell was placed in the tower in 1915, with men hoisting it up with ropes and strong determination back then. In the early days, the bell was rung at a certain time to let the community know that church was definitely going to be held that day, and then people would walk or ride their buggy/sleigh to the service.

The bell announced that services are about to begin for the last time that morning as it will be taken down and not placed back in the steeple. A parishioner stated, “We just don’t know exactly how it will be used in the future, but with the heritage and history we will utilize it, some way, in the future. Our invitation goes out to everyone that may want to see our progress or attend a service where the love of the Lord is present.”

Webster/Siren After 5 features live auction WEBSTER - All women of the area are invited to a dinner meeting of the Webster/Siren Area After 5, which will be held at Grace United Methodist Church, Webster, on Monday, Sept. 17, at 6:30 p.m.

Local auctioneer Rhonda Erickson will be present for the annual fundraiser auction, and ladies are encouraged to bring items to be sold. Julie Macke, Webster, will provide special music. The special speaker for the evening will be Alaine Sonnenberg of Colfax. Sonnenberg’s presentation addresses heart disease as well as the broken heart resulting from difficult relationships. Please join them for this evening of Christian fellowship and encouragement. Make your reservation by calling Jane at 715-566-0081.

After 5 is a nondenominational Christian Women’s Fellowship group that is affiliated with Stonecroft Ministries. submitted

WHAT’S FOR LUNCH???

Menu LOCATION

FREDERIC

SEPTEMBER 17 - SEPTEMBER 21

MONDAY

TUESDAY

BREAKFAST Breakfast pizza.

LUNCH California burger, french fries, fresh fruit OR tuna salad.

BREAKFAST

Combo bar.

LUNCH Pork rib, bun, baby carrots, dip, potato chips OR turkey salad.

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

BREAKFAST Omelet/biscuit.

LUNCH Chili, Fritos, raw veggies, dip OR ham salad.

BREAKFAST English muffin/PB. LUNCH Rice bowl with Asian chicken, Oriental mix veggies, egg roll (6-12) OR chicken-taco salad.

BREAKFAST Breakfast bites.

LUNCH Au gratin potatoes with diced ham, bread stick, winter mix, Goldfish (912) OR Oriental salad.

LUNCH Tater tot hot dish, bread basket, salad, mini carrots, dip, pluots, apples, oranges.

LUNCH BBQ pork, bun, french fries, coleslaw, baked beans, applesauce, apples, oranges.

BREAKFAST

BREAKFAST Cinnamon roll.

LUNCH Entrees: Choose 1 - Sloppy joe on whole-grain bun or turkey/cheese on whole-grain bun, sweet potato tots, green beans, salad greens, applesauce, watermelon.

GRANTSBURG

LUNCH Rib tickler, bun, chips, steamed broccoli, grapes, apples, oranges.

LUNCH Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, gravy, dinner roll, sliced carrots, mandarin oranges, apples, oranges.

LUNCH Hamburger w/fixings, vegetable beef soup, saltine crackers, mixed vegetables, sliced peaches, apples, oranges.

LUCK

BREAKFAST PBJ Uncrustable.

LUNCH Entrees: Choose 1 - Salisbury steak, buttered noodles or PB & jelly sandwich, steamed green peas, salad greens, fresh veggies/ranch, applesauce/mixed fruit.

BREAKFAST Whole-grain Pop•Tart/yogurt.

LUNCH Entrees: Choose 1 - Breaded chicken patty OR ham/cheese whole-grain bun, whole-grain rice blend, corn, salad greens, pineapple sauce, fresh grapes.

BREAKFAST Breakfast pizza.

LUNCH Entrees: Choose 1 - Mini corn dogs or corn bread, baked beans, salad greens, fresh veggies/ranch, chilled pears, fresh apple.

BREAKFAST Assorted cereal and toast, juice and milk.

LUNCH Lasagna, garlic bread, lettuce salad, peaches, fresh fruit, assorted veggies. Alt.: Hamburger-rice hotdish.

BREAKFAST Juice and milk.

LUNCH Meat loaf, mashed potatoes, spinach salad, assorted veggies, wholegrain dinner roll, applesauce, fresh fruit. Alt.: Chicken Alfredo.

BREAKFAST Assorted cereal and toast, juice and milk.

LUNCH Turkey & gravy over potatoes, stuffing, steamed corn, Romaine salad, assorted veggies, apples, oranges.

Alt.: Stromboli.

BREAKFAST Pancake & sausage on a stick, juice and milk.

LUNCH Grilled cheese sandwich, tomato soup, assorted veggies, peas, diced pears, fresh fruit, banana. Alt.: Orange-glazed chicken.

BREAKFAST Assorted cereal and toast, juice and milk. milk.

LUNCH LUNCH Nacho supreme, rice, lettuce salad, black Pizza dippers, corn, carrots, & refried beans, assorted veggies, celery, pineapple tidbits, banana. pineapple tidbits, fresh fruit. Alt.: Alt.: Cook’s choice.

Cook’s choice.

BREAKFAST Breakfast pizza.

LUNCH Brat, bun, lettuce salad, baked beans, pineapple. Alt.: Ravioli.

BREAKFAST Cheese omelet, potatoes, 1 slice of toast.

LUNCH Hot ham and cheese, french fries, green beans, strawberries. Alt.: Veggie Wraps.

BREAKFAST Pancakes and sausage.

LUNCH Lasagna, lettuce salad, garlic toast, carrots, mixed fruit. Alt.: Turkey sandwich.

BREAKFAST Blueberry muffin, yogurt cup.

LUNCH Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, gravy, broccoli, peaches. Alt.: Sub sandwich.

BREAKFAST Scrambled eggs with cheese, 1 slice of toast.

LUNCH Grilled cheese, tomato soup, veggies and dip, pears. Alt.: Tuna sandwich.

BREAKFAST Breakfast pizza.

LUNCH Ham/potato au grain OR yogurt, whole-grain dinner roll, veggies, fruit and milk.

BREAKFAST Whole-grain muffins.

LUNCH Hamburger, bun OR PBJ Uncrustable, potato rounds, veggies, fruit and milk.

BREAKFAST Belgian waffles.

LUNCH Chicken pot pie OR yogurt, biscuit, veggies, fruit and milk.

BREAKFAST Egg/sausage/cheese McMuffin.

LUNCH Taco in a bag OR PBJ Uncrustable, roasted chick peas, veggies, fruit and milk.

BREAKFAST Mini pancakes.

LUNCH Barbecues, bun OR PBJ Uncrustable, baked beans, chips, veggies, fruit and milk.

LUNCH Spaghetti with meat sauce, salad, bread stick, pears.

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

LUNCH Cook’s choice OR turkey a la king, biscuits, California-style veggies, peaches.

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

LUNCH Quesadilla, salad, salsa, fresh fruit.

Each building will have their own breakfast menu.

SIREN ST. CROIX FALLS UNITY WEBSTER

Pancakes.

LUNCH Entrees: Choose 1 - Baked potato bar with ham and cheese or chicken nuggets, broccoli w/cheese, salad greens, peach sauce, fresh melon.

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CHURCH NEWS/OBITUARIES Alzen family will perform at Fristad’s fall dinner

Eternal

perspectives Sally Bair

Fruit This year I put up a fancy climbing device for my pole beans. The metal pole supports two circular rings, one near the ground and the other 6 feet high, joined by intertwining strings that guide the pole bean vines. In past years, the deer hadn’t touched my outside-the-fence plants, so I rationalized that it would be safe to erect the climbing device outside the fence, too. The fenced gardens had no room for pole beans.

At first, my pole beans grew beautifully on their new home, holding a ton of leaves, blossoms and beans. What a harvest! Then, one morning during my routine walk through the gardens, I witnessed a strange denuding. Hundreds of leafless, beanless stems stood straight up along the strings, like vertical pick-up sticks. At least the top crop remained, apparently too high for the deer to reach. The whole affair looked like a 1970s ethnic hairdo.

I groaned and then laughed at the sight. What a picture of my life as a fruit-bearing Christian! “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law.” (Galatians 5:22) We’re all vulnerable to the vagaries of life that steal our spiritual fruit. God plants and waters us within the protective nursery of his Word and Spirit. However, we sometimes stray outside his nursery.

Our fruit of love, for instance, is snatched easily by anger and hatred following someone’s evil act. We allow our fruit of joy to be stolen and exchanged for sadness. God’s peace, his special fruit, is gobbled in a moment until only the visible stems of anxiety stand.

An unkind word easily steals our fruit of kindness or goodness. Someone’s broken promise snatches our own sense of faithfulness. The harsh words of a friend or co-worker quickly turn our own gentle words into an unpleasant comeback or even retaliation.

Patience, a virtuous fruit, takes time to grow. Its fragility must be fenced in daily to avoid being eaten by unexpected, unwanted circumstances. Finally, there’s the fruit of self-control. We conveniently forget to ask God to fill us with it for the day, making it easy for marauding deer—misused time, unfulfilling pleasures and poor attitudes—to snatch our self-control in one gulp.

Jesus has the answer to these fruit snatchers. “I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in me, and I in him, bears much fruit; for without me you can do nothing.” (John 15:5) Lord, help us abide so closely to you that the fruit of your Spirit dwelling within us cannot be snatched by surrounding marauders. In Jesus’ name, amen.

In Loving Memory Of

KATHY C. HICKS Sept. 6, 2006

It’s been 6 years. In life we loved you dearly.

In death we do the same.

It broke out hearts to lose you.

You did not go alone, for part of us went with you, The day God called you home. You left us beautiful memories.

Your love is still our guide and though we cannot see you, you are always at our side.

Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same.

But as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again.

Miss You Love, Jon & family

Sadly Missed By Wife, Family And Friends

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Remembering Arvin G. Anderson Who Died Sept. 13, 2007, 9 p.m.

The Alzen family is a bluegrass band made up of dad Brad, mom Denise, Isaac, 21, Lucas, 19, AnaLise, 16, Tessa, 14, Jacob, 10, and Jonas 8. They will be performing at Fristad Lutheran Church in Centuria on Sunday, Sept. 23. - Photo submitted CENTURIA - One of the more popular bluegrass gospel bands in the Midwest will be performing at Fristad Lutheran Church as part of the church’s annual fall dinner.

The Alzen Family Band will perform as part of the church’s regular Sunday morning worship service at 9:30 a.m., Sunday, Sept. 23.

The concert will be followed by the annual fall dinner from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The Alzen family, from Roberts, was the winner of the Minnesota Bluegrass and Old-Time Music Association’s 2006 Family Area Talent Contest.

The family attributes its band beginnings to the Heritage Square at the Minnesota State Fair, where several years ago, they saw a family bluegrass band onstage. At the time, the family’s oldest daughter, AnaLise, was beginning her Suzuki violin lessons, and had never heard bluegrass music. She loved the music and wanted to learn to fiddle. This led to a chain reaction where, one by one, each Alzen family member began to learn a bluegrass instrument. Now, the family enjoys a busy performance schedule.

The music highlights the singing and high-energy playing of the Alzen children, and consists of a wide variety of family-oriented bluegrass, gospel bluegrass and oldtime music and hymns with four-part vocal harmonies, along with silly songs for children. To add a visual dimension, Denise also uses sign language to give added expression to some songs. The Alzen family also likes to share personal stories and testimonies with their audiences.

The Alzen family plays at bluegrass and gospel festivals, county fairs, churches, community events and private gatherings. - with submitted information

Alyce Mae (Thor) Smestad Alyce Mae Smestad, 85, a resident of Grantsburg, passed away on Sept. 1, 2012, at Burnett Medical Continuing Care Center in Grantsburg.

Alyce Mae was born in Frederic on May 25, 1927, to Emily (Nelson) and David Thor, who had a farm in the Grettum area, where Alyce was raised.

She was the sixth of seven children.

Alyce Mae graduated from Grantsburg High School in 1944. After graduation, she was employed by First Bank of Grantsburg, where she worked for the next six years.

She fell in love with and married Meaddy C. Smestad on Dec. 9, 1950. The Rev. James Falk married them at her sister Ethel Olson’s farm.

To this union four children were born, Gary, Arlen, Julie and Wayne. They were married 52 years when Meaddy passed away in 2003.

Alyce Mae was a truly devoted mother and farmwife, helping with whatever was needed in the barn or field.

They farmed until 1988 when Meaddy turned the reins over to Gary and Donna. After Gary’s passing, Donna and Corey, then on to Arlen and Karen. Alyce was always ready to lend a helping hand to put up corn for freezing, as long as you did it her way. She was always there to help with cleaning, cooking or baking.

Alyce was a very loving grandma, making sure there were always treats and toys for the little ones to play with when they visited.

Alyce Mae was a lifelong member of Bethany Lutheran Church. She was involved with ladies circle and quilting and church dinners.

Alyce’s hobby was recycling, that came in the form of garage sales because you never know when someone might want or need this or that and if it was free it was simply to good to be thrown away. She was very happy when she could come up with something you needed or could use, free of charge of course.

She was involved with planning many of her 1944 class reunions, and earlier snowmobling, square dancing and playing cards with friends. She tried horseback riding but that didn’t turn out to be to her liking.

Family gatherings at the Thor Farm and Fourth of July reunions at JoAnn’s were always loved and cherished visiting time. She always brought the potato salad she was famous for. She will truly be missed.

Alyce Mae is survived by her children, Arlen (Karen) Smestad of Grantsburg, Julie (David) Carlstrom of Bancroft and Wayne (Leah) Smestad of Amery; grandchildren, Corey (Janelle) Smestad of Grantsburg, Darcy (Todd) Carlson of Hudson, Dawn (Shane) Keaveny of Richfield, Minn., Angie (Justin) Stanke of New London and Perry (Jessica) Carlstrom of Nekoosa; step-grandchildren, Billie Jean Kozak and Adam Smestad of Grantsburg and Jack and Meaddy Smestad of Amery; great-grandchildren, Hanah, Logan and Landon Smestad, Haley and Alyssa Carlson, Alex and Brennen Keaveny, Liam Stanke and Brooke Carlstrom; step-great-grandchildren, Peyton Kozak, Hailey and Mason Bundidge; sisters, Mildred (the late Morris) Lindgren of Minneapolis, Minn., and Carol (Merlin) Johnson of Grantsburg; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Meaddy; son, Gary; brothers, Lester and Lloyd (Hazel); sisters, Ethel (Roland) Olson and Mabel.

A memorial service will be held Monday, Sept. 17, at 2 p.m., at Bethany Lutheran Church in Grantsburg, with Pastor Jay Ticknor officiating. Music will be provided by Dawn Keaveny and Linda Dahl. Alyce will be laid to rest at St. Olaf Cemetery in a private family service.

The Edling Funeral Home, Grantsburg, was entrusted with arrangements.

Baptism at Siren United Methodist

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Ivan Jacob Peloquin was recently baptized by senior pastor the Rev. Gil White at the Siren United Methodist Church. Present at the baptism were parents David Peloquin Jr. and Maryann Hayes; godfather and uncle Harley Mangen, godmother and aunt Rose Peloquin; great-grandmother, Marliss Mustonen; grandparents, Joanne and Dave Peloquin; aunts Amye Mangen and Kate Peloquin; uncle Andrew Peloquin; cousins Brady, Bailey and Breck, Estell Rudolph and honorary aunt Cheryl Franklyn. – Photo submitted

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Roger Alan Linski Roger Alan Linski, 60, Centuria, passed away on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012, at the St. Croix Regional Medical Center in St. Croix Falls, with his loving family at his side.

Roger Alan Linski was born June 6, 1952, in Duluth Minn., which always remained “home” in his heart. He was warmly welcomed by parents Joseph and Dorothy and “big” sister Sharla, to whom he has always been especially beloved. While growing up in Duluth, he became the loving and protective brother to Dewey, Ron, Joan and Jeff.

Later on also came Michelle and Nathan. His sister Sharla Gardner, brother Duane, and sister Joan all live in Duluth.

Roger graduated from Duluth Denfeld High School in 1970. He worked hard as a youth, delivering newspapers, which he enjoyed reading all his life, and working at Bridgeman’s Restaurant in West Duluth. His father instilled in him a love of sports, and he enjoyed playing baseball, football and hockey. He was playing hockey with friends and family even last winter. He entertained family and friends with humorous trout fishing stories from growing up and especially enjoyed his lifelong fishing trips with his brother, Dewey.

Roger reached a turning point in his life when he studied the Bible and was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses in 1971. He moved to rural Luck to help out the local congregation with lifelong friend Mark Helstrom.

To comfort others with the real hope of everlasting life on a peaceful paradise Earth was very dear to his heart, and he helped many others to share his love for Jehovah, the God of all comfort. His spiritual family has spread far and wide, and he remained close to all in his home congregation in Milltown.

Roger married Rebecca Shobak on Feb. 15, 1975, and after a vacation to Thunder Bay, Minn., they continued to live in Wisconsin and share their mutual goal of helping others to experience the joy, blessings and hope the Bible offers us. Beccy was drawn to him by his warmth, and he is her best friend. Roger was a wonderful, fun and loving father to his sons, Jamin and Aaron, to whom he is also beloved. He imparted his values and interests to them, so they could grow up to have the large-heartedness they both continue to reflect. He loved being grandpa to Markus, Grace and Brook. They added so much joy to his life.

Roger most recently worked at Tenere in Dresser, and cared deeply for so many there. Roger had a warmth that drew so many to him as friends, and he had a special gift to connect with someone upon meeting them, as if he had known them all his life. He truly enriched the lives of family, friends and co-workers.

A memorial service for Roger was held on Saturday, Sept. 8, at the Luck School in Luck. To express online condolences or for more information, please visit kolstadfamilyfuneralhome.com.

The Kolstad Family Funeral Home of Centuria has been entrusted with arrangements.

James H. "Jim" Atkins James H. "Jim" Atkins, 49, Frederic, died Monday, Sept.

10, 2012, at home after a lengthy illness.

He was born Oct. 10, 1962, in Austin, Texas, to Thomas and Annetta (Inman) Atkins, and was raised in Plainview and Littlefield, Texas, Norman, Okla., and San Antonio, Texas. Jim worked several summers in Yellowstone National Park, where he met Meg Hatcher, and they were engaged four days after meeting. They were married in Cumberland, on Nov. 23, 1990. He began working at Hazelden in 1994 as an AODA counselor, then as unit supervisor, director of admissions and finally as a clinical director.

His favorite things were making people laugh, riding his BMW motorcycle, making knives, cutting wood, bow and gun deer hunting, playing with his dogs, walking the woods with Meg and traveling to Yellowstone. Although he lived in Wisconsin, his true home was Texas.

He is survived by his wife, Meg, of Frederic; his mother, Annetta Atkins of San Antonio, Texas; sister, Linda (Michael) Cates of Manhattan, Kan.; nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins; his beloved dogs, Lucy and Bess and the unexpected love of his life, Omar the Cat. Jim was preceded in death by his father, Tommy Atkins.

Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 13, at the Skinner Funeral Home in Cumberland, and a Celebration of Jim's life will be from noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 15, at the Atkins residence, 758 270th Ave., Frederic ... Please bring a lawn chair.

The Skinner Funeral Home of Cumberland is serving the family.

Claudine E. Evans Claudine E. Evans, 74, resident of Frederic Nursing and Rehab in Frederic, died Thursday, Aug. 30, 2012.

Online condolences may be left at rowefh.com or wicremationcenter.com. Please return to these Web sites for updated information or call Bruce Rowe at 715-4722444. Rowe Funeral Home of Luck and the Northwest Wisconsin Cremation Center in Milltown have been entrusted with funeral arrangements.

OBITUARIES Carol Lynn Dykema

Carol A. Paulson

Carol Lynn Dykema, 70, rural Balsam Lake, passed away on Friday, Sept. 7, 2012, at her home with her loving family at her side.

Carol was born on Dec. 24, 1941, in Oskaloosa, Iowa, to Francis N. and Ruby Arlene Van Skike. She graduated from St. Louis Park High School in Minnesota in 1959. She attended two years at Coe College in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, where she was a member of the Kappa Delta Sorority.

Carol married Donald Hedden in 1962. They had four children before divorcing in 1974. She found herself raising her children alone and worked long hours for little pay to provide for them. They were poor, but her children didn’t know it.

They always had a clean home, plenty of food, new clothes for school and gifts on Christmas and birthdays.

Carol met and fell in love with Ken Dykema, and they married on Oct. 28, 1983. Ken had five children of his own. Being a stepmother was not always easy, but they grew to love and count on her too.

Carol and Ken took many vacations together motorcycling through the country. They took a tent and camped along the way seeing a lot of beautiful country. Life was good! They enjoyed fishing. Carol would find them and someone else, Ken, would catch the majority of them.

Guess she was a better guide.

After retiring, they moved from Indiana to Wisconsin in 1996, Carol took a job at Pap’s General Store in Balsam Lake. She worked there 11 years before her health forced her to leave. She enjoyed meeting many of the locals and visitors and checked in a few hundred deer, which was definitely a new experience for a “city girl.”

Her new passion became playing slots at the casino.

She was not a high roller, but she enjoyed the penny, nickel and the occasional quarter slots. When she would come home a winner, she would share her winnings with Ken. The casino was her preferred source of entertainment and relaxation.

Carol leaves to celebrate her memory her loving husband, Kenneth of 29 years; sons/stepsons, Craig (Misti) Hedden of Indianapolis, Ind., Daniel (Jennifer) Hedden of Indianapolis, Ind., James (Pennie) Dykema of Mount Carroll, Ill., and Troy (Tammy) Dykema of Mount Carroll, Ill., daughters/stepdaughters, Cherryl Travis of Casa Grande, Ariz., Kimberly (Randy) Knight of Tempe, Ariz., Robin Schneider of Mount Carroll, Ill., Toby (Barry) Brooks of Houston, Texas, and Tracy (Adrian) Kostallari of Pearl City, Ill.; 15 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; two brothers, Michael (Diane) Van Skike of Woodbury, Minn., and David (Kerry) Van Skike of Hillsborough, N.C.; and many other loving family and friends.

Carol was preceded in death by her parents, and her younger sister, Vicki Blommaert.

A memorial service for Carol was held on Monday, Sept. 10, at Georgetown Lutheran Church. Pastor Neal Weltzin officiated.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations would be preferred to Georgetown Lutheran Church or the Adoray Hospice.

The Kolstad Family Funeral Home of Centuria was entrusted with arrangements.

Carol A. Paulson, 61, Amery, passed away at her home surrounded by family and friends on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012, after a very courageous battle with cancer.

Carol was born on Jan. 8, 1951, to Martin and Olive Johnson. She attended school at Amery and after graduating from Amery High School in 1969 began working at Bremer Bank (formerly Union State Bank). In 1987, Carol started a new career as a secretary at Amery Schools serving in various positions. Most recently she served as the district food service secretary.

On Dec. 7, 1985, Carol was united in marriage to the love of her life, Rod A. Paulson.

Carol loved nature and spent her summers tending to her many beautiful flower gardens. She loved garage sales and auctions and treasured family heirlooms. Carol was an active member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church and enjoyed being part of church activities.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Rod Paulson; father, Martin Johnson; in-laws Merlin and Priscilla Paulson; and great-niece, Gracie Hush.

Left to mourn her passing are her mother, Olive Johnson of Amery; brothers, Jerry (Julie) Johnson of Amery, Bill (Vicki) Johnson of Amery and Doug (Shari) Johnson of Amery; sisters, Marge (John) Oman of Herreid, S.D. and Linda (Jim) Rubenzer of Amery; stepdaughters, Nicole (Jon) Paulson of Portland, Ore., and Lori Paulson of Ridgeland; step-grandson, Archer Paulson Phillips; nieces and nephews, Margo (Dale) Rosen, Tara (Gray) Hush, Katie (Matt) Larson, Jackie (Matt) Holden, Mike (Kelli) Ingham, Andrea (Shaun) Grosskurth, Angela (Lance) Smith, Afton Johnson, Andy (Nicole) Oman, Paul Oman, Laura Rubenzer, Matt Rubenzer, Joe Rubenzer, Cameron Johnson and Adam Johnson and 14 great-nieces and nephews; and many other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church on Friday, Sept. 7. Burial was at the Amery Cemetery. Family and friends may sign an online guest book and view a video tribute by visiting williamsonwhite.com.

The Williamson - White Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Amery, 715-268-7111, was entrusted with arrangements.

Pamela Kay (Marek) Goldsworthy Pamela Kay (Marek) Goldsworthy, 66, resident of Luck, passed Monday, Sept. 3, 2012, at the Good Samaritan Society Nursing Home in St. Croix Falls.

Pamela was born on July 3, 1946, in Frederic, to George and Carmen Marek. She was a graduate of Grantsburg High School in 1964. Pamela was united in marriage to Barry Goldsworthy on June 7, 1977. Their son, Jason, was born on Dec. 7, 1987.

Pamela worked at Kroy Industries for 15 years. She liked watching baseball and football games, especially the Brewers and Green Bay, and loved a variety of arts, crafts, gardening and flowers.

Pamela was preceded in death by her maternal and paternal grandparents; her father, George Marek; and her brother, Myron Marek.

She is survived by her husband, Barry; and their son, Jason; her mother, Carmen Marek; brother, Gary (Judy) Marek; sister, Judy (John) Hoversten; along with several nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.

Funeral services for Pamela were held at the West Denmark Lutheran Church in Luck on Saturday, Sept. 8, with the Rev. Linda Rozumalski officiating. Music was provided by soloist Harry Johansen and pianist Christine Johansen. Following the service, Pamela was laid to rest at Maple Grove Cemetery in Frederic. Pallbearers assisting were Gary Marek, Jed Marek, John Hoversten, Travis Hoversten, Jake Lofgren and Blake Patton.

Online condolences may be left at rowefh.com. Please return to the Web site for updated information or call Bruce Rowe at 715-327-4475.

Rowe Funeral Home of Frederic, has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.

Athalie (Thomson) Crusing Athalie (Thomson) Crusing, 88, Spooner, passed away on Aug. 30, 2012. at Benedictine Living Center of Spooner.

She was born on Sept. 30, 1923, in Chicago, Ill., to Adam and Helen (Campbell) Thomson. On Dec. 25, 1947, Athalie married Frank William Crusing in Chicago. She loved her family unconditionally. She never knew a stranger and spent the last several years donating to many charities, including several veterans organizations. Athalie enjoyed the simple pleasures of life: gardening, playing Scrabble, reminiscing fond memories and playing the piano. She will be missed by all who knew her.

Athalie is survived by sons, Frank (Madeleine) Crusing Jr. of Prior Lake, Minn., and Richard (Kathy) Crusing of Chippewa Falls; daughters, Gail (Bruce) Clark of Dickinson, N.D.; Joan (Bob) Stevens of Atlanta, Ga.; Nancy (Dick) Meindel of Webster; and Maggie (Fritz) Vierra of Seven Valleys, Pa.; sister, Marion Kielbasa of Chicago, Ill.; nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Frank; and her brother, James.

A private interment was held at Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Spooner. Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona, is serving the family. Online condolences may be left at cremationsociety-wi.com.

Virginia L. Tonn Virginia L. Tonn, 84, St. Croix Falls, formerly of the east side of St. Paul, Minn., died Friday Sept. 7, 2012, at the St. Croix Good Samaritan Center.

Virginia was born April 14, 1928, at Osage, Iowa, to Isaac and Jessie Parr.

She graduated from Osage High School in 1946. She married her husband, Emil, at the Little Brown Church in the Vale. She worked for West Publishing in St. Paul, Minn. In her free time, Virginia enjoyed people-watching, TV, many pets and her family.

Virginia was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Emil; brothers, Kenneth and Butch.

She is survived by her daughters, Diane (Tom) Patch, Polly (Larry) Pepin and Sue (Jeffrey) Bergin; grandchildren, Jennifer (David) Mathias, Jason (Brooke) Patch, Stacey Bergin, Thomas Pepin and Cory (Tina) Patch; two great-grandchildren, Evie Grace Patch and Carter Patch; and sister, Bette (Bill) Mouw.

Funeral service was held at the Grandstrand Funeral Home in Osceola. Interment was in Calvary Cemetery in Riceville, Iowa, grandstrandfh.com. The Grandstrand Funeral Home, Osceola, was entrusted with arrangements.

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CHURCH NEWS

No easy solutions when child struggles with drug addiction Q: We recently discovered that our teenage son is using drugs. In fact, it looks like he’s in the throes of a fullblown addiction. How can we help him?

Jim: I’m sorry to learn of your son’s addiction. In dealing with situations of this nature, Focus on the Family’s counseling team recommends keeping the following principles in mind: First, don’t deny or ignore the problem. If you do, it’s likely to get worse. Second, don’t succumb to false guilt. Most parents assume a great deal of self-blame when an addiction surfaces in their home. Third, don’t expect quick-fix solutions. Remember that there will be no complete healing until your son learns to assume responsibility for his own actions. This could be a long process.

We suggest that you seek professional counseling for your son, and we highly recommend that you do this together as a family. The most successful treatment programs take a family-systems approach that involves intensive evaluation and a series of counseling sessions offered in an environment of community

Jim Daly

Focus on the Family

Juli Slattery

and accountability. Contact Focus on the Family for referrals to programs of this nature, or a list of qualified therapists in your area who specialize in treating drug addiction.

During this process, you may need to present your son with a number of options, including entering an inpatient drug-treatment center, a halfway house, a boot-camp program or youth home, or staying with a relative who is willing to accept him for a defined period of time.

More extreme possibilities may include making your child a ward of the court or even turning him over to the police if he has been involved in criminal activity. If you shield him from the consequences of his behavior or bail him out when his drug abuse gets him into trouble, he will not be motivated to change.

May God guide you as you endeavor to walk with your son on the road to healing!

•••

Q: My 14-year-old daughter spends hours and hours in her room. When she comes home from school, I ask her questions about her day, but she just gives one-word answers. How do I connect with her without badgering her?

Juli: First of all, your experience is pretty common. Many affectionate, chatty 10-year-olds turn into reclusive teens with no apparent explanation, other than hormones and peer pressure.

As you are realizing, you can’t connect with your daughter in the same ways that you used to. However, that doesn’t mean that she no longer needs you. In fact, teens are desperate to know their parents unconditional love and support.

Here are a few ways you can stay connected to your daughter through the changes of adolescence.

Let her know that you are always there to talk, and then back up that promise. Be available when she is ready to talk. A time will come when your daughter will need to talk, cry and even ask for your advice. Most likely, it will be at an inconvenient time for you (like at 2 a.m. or in the middle of the workday). Drop everything and just be there for her.

Spend time with your daughter without asking somewhat complicated questions like, “How are you doing?” Driving

her to activities, shopping together or just listening to her music tells her that you are invested and interested.

Find ways to show that you care about her and you love her. That might be placing a note on her pillow that says, “I love you,” or putting a special little gift in her backpack every now and then.

••• Jim Daly is president of Focus on the Family, host of the “Focus on the Family” radio program, and a husband and father of two.

Dr. Juli Slattery is a licensed psychologist, cohost of “Focus on the Family,” author of several books, and a wife and mother of three.

Submit your questions to: FocusOnTheFamily.com. Copyright 2012 Focus on the Family, Colorado Springs, CO 80995.

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Awana is for boys and girls age 3 (as of Sept. 1) to grade six and meets from 6:30-

8 p.m. each Wednesday evening. This exciting program includes active games, handbook, fun songs and a variety of short talks.

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

INTER-COUNTY CO-OP PUBLISHING ASSOCIATION Printers & Publishers Office Supplies

Frederic, Wis. - 715-327-4236 Shell Lake, Wis. - 715-468-2314 Siren, Wis. - 715-349-2560 St. Croix Falls, Wis. - 715-483-9008

STATE FARM INSURANCE COMPANIES

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

BEAN’S COUNTRY GRIDDLE Hwys. 35 & 48 Downtown Frederic Phone 715-327-5513

NORTHWESTERN WISCONSIN ELECTRIC CO.

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

CARLSON-ROWE FUNERAL HOME Frederic, Wis. 715-327-4475

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HAULING

• Gravel • Sand • Rock • Top Soil • Trackhoe 715-472-2717 Mobile 715-491-1861 1065 290th Ave. Frederic, Wis.

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

BURNETT DAIRY CO-OP

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

WEBSTER

LUCK

CUSHING

CASHCO BUILDING SUPPLIES

VAN METER’S MEATS

CUSHING COOPERATIVE SOCIETY

Complete Lumber & Building Supplies

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

HOPKINS SAND & GRAVEL, INC.

Sand, Gravel, Ready-Mix, Concrete, Black Dirt, Dozer Work, Landscaping & Septic Tanks Installed

Government Inspected Slaughtering and Processing, Sausage making • Ham & Bacon Cured & Smoked Sides and Quarters of Beef and Pork Available Old-fashioned Fresh Meat Counter Tim Van Meter and Ross Anderson, Owners Luck, WI 54853 Plant 715-472-2141

Feed Mill - Grain Dept.

Cushing, Wis. 715-648-5215

WILD RIVER FLAGS Jerry & Pat Willits 2815 285th Ave. Sterling Township St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 715-488-2729

Hwy. 35 North Webster, Wis. Phone 715-866-4157 M.P.R.S. #03059

SWEDBERG-TAYLOR FUNERAL HOME Webster, Wis. Phone 715-866-7131

SIREN

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FREDERIC

OLSEN & SON

Your Full-Service Drugstore Siren, Wis. Phone 715-349-2221

D & L FINANCIAL SERVICES 10022 Elbow Lake Road Siren, Wis. 54872 715-689-2539

Any area business wishing to help sponsor the church listings should contact the Leader at 715-327-4236.

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CHURCH Church DIRECTORY Directory ADVENTIST

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST - FREDERIC

609 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 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

MILLTOWN LUTHERAN

113 W. Main St.. W., Phone 715-825-2453 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship (begins May 27)

NEW HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH

Pastor Emory Johnson, 715-463-5700 newhopelutheranchurch.org 685 W. State Road 70, Grantsburg Sun. Wor. Serv. 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 11 a.m.

Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays

NORTH VALLEY LUTHERAN

Pastor Maggie Isaacson, 715-825-3559 3 mi. W. of Milltown on “G” Sunday Worship - 9:15 a.m.; Wednesday Worship 6:30 p.m.

Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays

OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN, (LCMS) WEBSTER

1115 Mains Crossing, 1/2 Mile South Hwy. 8 On 110th St.; Sun. Worship 9 a.m.; Sun. School 10:15 a.m.

Pastor Gerald Heinecke Church Phone 715-866-7191 Sun. Schl. - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Wor. - 10:30 a.m.

Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays facebook/OurRedeemerWebster

BEAUTIFUL SAVIOR LUTHERAN (WELS)

PEACE LUTHERAN - DRESSER (ELCA)

BALSAM LUTHERAN CHURCH

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.

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

BETHANY LUTHERAN - BRANSTAD

Interim Pastor Andrew Hinwood 507 Wisconsin Ave. N., 715-327-8012 Sun. Worship - 10:30 a.m.

Holy Communion 1st & 2nd Sundays pilgrimlutheranfrederic.org

Pastor Jay Ticknor, 715-463-5746 3 miles So. of Grantsburg on Hwy. 87 Sun. Schl. - 9:30 a.m.; Worship - 11 a.m.

BETHANY LUTHERAN - SIREN

Hwy. 35, 1/2 blk. N. Main St. Interim Pastor Andrew Hinwood Pastoral Serv. 715-349-5280 Sun. Worship - 8:30 a.m,; Sun. School 9:45 a.m.

BETHESDA LUTHERAN - DRESSER (LCMC) www.bethesdalutheran.ws

Pastor Peter Rimmereid, 715-755-2562 1947 110th Ave., Dresser Sun. Contemporary Service 8:30 a.m.; Education Hr. 9:40 a.m.; Traditional Service 10:45 a.m.;

BONE LAKE LUTHERAN bllc@lakeland.ws

Pastor Mary Ann Bowman, 5 mi. E. of Luck on Hwy. 48, 1/2 mi. S. on I; Office - 715-472-2535 Pastor - 715-472-8153, 9 a.m. Adult Bible Study; 10:30 a.m. Worship; 11:30 a.m. Fellowship Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays

CHRIST LUTHERAN (LCMS)

Pipe Lake CTH G & T, 715-822-3096 Pastor Steve Miller Sun. Serv. 10:45 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9:15 a.m. during schl. yr.; Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sun. christlutheranpipelake.com

CLAM FALLS LUTHERAN (AALC)

Pastor Gary Rokenbrodt 715-327-4461 Worship 9 a.m.; Sunday School 10:15 a.m.

Communion 1st Sun.

FAITH LUTHERAN - BALSAM LAKE

faithlutheran@lakeland.ws Pastor Diane Norstad 715-485-3800; CTH I & Mill Street Worship 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 10:40 a.m.; Holy Communion 1st & last Sundays

FAITH LUTHERAN - GRANTSBURG

Pastor Victor St. George, 715-463-5388 Worship 9:30 a.m.; Sun. School 10:45 a.m.

FIRST EVAN. LUTHERAN

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

PILGRIM LUTHERAN - FREDERIC (ELCA)

REDEEMER EV. LUTHERAN

(Wisconsin Synod) Pastor Gene DeVries 200 N. Adams St., St. Croix Falls Sunday Worship - 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School - 8:30 a.m.

ST. JOHN’S EV. LUTHERAN (Wis. Synod)

350 Michigan Ave., Centuria Sun. Worship - 10:45 a.m.; Sun. School - 10 a.m.

ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN - LCMC

1614 CTH B, North Luck, Pastor Rob Lubben Sunday Worship - 9 a.m.

Contact Leslie Valentine, 715-646-2390; E-mail: leslie56@centurytel.net

SHEPHERD OF THE VALLEY LUTHERAN (Missouri Synod) 140 Madison St. South, St. Croix Falls Pastor Mark K. Schoen Sun. Service - 9 a.m.; Sun.School - 10:30 a.m.

TRINITY LUTHERAN - ELCA

10 mi. W. of Cumberland on Hwy. 48 (McKinley) Pastor Neal Weltzin GT Office 715-857-5580, Parsonage 715-822-3001, TR Office - 715-822-3001 Wor. Serv. - 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - 10:15 a.m.

Holy Communion - 1st Sunday

TRINITY LUTHERAN - FALUN

Hwy. 70 East, 715-689-2271, Pastor: Carl Heidel Worship 9 a.m.; Sunday School 10:15 a.m.

Communion -Every Sunday

TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN OSCEOLA

300 Seminole Ave. (CTH M) Mark Kock, Pastor, 715-294-2828 Sun. Wor. 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.; Summer, 9 a.m.

WEST DENMARK LUTHERAN

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

Fellowship 11 a.m.

WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN - ELCA

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

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

FRISTAD LUTHERAN - CENTURIA

YELLOW LAKE LUTHERAN

FIRST LUTHERAN - CUSHING

ELCA - 501 Hwy. 35, 715-646-2357, Mel Rau, Pastor Sun. Wor. & Holy Communion - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - 10:40 a.m.

GEORGETOWN LUTHERAN - ELCA

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

ZION LUTHERAN - BONE LAKE (LCMC)

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

5 miles E. of Frederic on W, 2 miles south on I; Church: 715-472-8660 Pastor Mike Fisk, 715-417-0692 Sunday Schl. 9:30 a.m.; Wor. 10:30 a.m.

Communion - 1st Sunday

GRACE LUTHERAN - WEST SWEDEN

ZION LUTHERAN - EAST FARMINGTON (WELS )

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 Sat. Worship 10 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9 a.m.

LAKETOWN LUTHERAN - CUSHING

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

LUCK LUTHERAN

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

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

Communion - 1st & Last Sunday

ZION LUTHERAN - MARKVILLE

Pastor Tim Faust Worship - 11 a.m.; Sunday School - 10 a.m.

Holy Communion - 1st & 3rd Sunday

ZION LUTHERAN - TRADE LAKE

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

PRESBYTERIAN

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

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

GRACE UNITED - WEBSTER

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

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

LAKEVIEW UNITED - HERTEL

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

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

McKINLEY UNITED METHODIST

Pastor Annie Tricker Sun. Worship 11 a.m.; Sun. School 11 a.m.

Potluck dinner 1st Sunday

OSCEOLA UNITED METHODIST

oumc@centurytel.net 306 River Street, Osceola, 715-755-2275 Pastor Mark Gilbert Adult Class - 8:30 a.m.; Sunday School 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship - 10 a.m.; Holy Communion 1st Sunday

ST. CROIX FALLS UNITED METHODIST

Rev. Mike Weaver Sunday Worship Service - 10 a.m.

Sunday School is at 9 a.m., Nursery available

ST. LUKE UNITED - FREDERIC 100 Linden Street, Frederic Pastor “Freddie” Kirk, 715-327-4436 Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

SIREN UNITED METHODIST

Rev. Gil White, Sr. Pastor Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor Sun. Schl. 9 a.m.; Wor. - 10:15 a.m.

(Nursery available)

TAYLORS FALLS UNITED METHODIST

290 W. Government Street, 715-294-4436 Reverend Dr. Rolland Robinson Sunday Service - 10 a.m. with nursery Sunday School - Sept. - May at 10 a.m.

WOLF CREEK UNITED METHODIST

Rev. Mike Weaver Sunday Worship - 8:15 a.m.

COVENANT

COVENANT

CALVARY COVENANT - ALPHA

Pastor Scott Sagle, 715-689-2541 Sun. School 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Worship 10:30 p.m.; Elevator provided, welcome

SIREN COVENANT

Pastor Dave Guertin 7686 Lofty Pines Drive, Siren, 715-349-5601 Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday School 9 a.m.

UNITED COVENANT - CLEAR LAKE

Pastor Dan Pearson Sunday School 8:45 a.m.; Worship 10 a.m.

CATHOLIC

CATHOLIC

ASSUMPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY

Rev. William Brenna, 715-247-3310 255 St. Hwy. 35, East Farmington Mass Sunday 8:30 a.m.

CHURCH OF ST. JOSEPH

Pastor - Father Frank Wampach 490 Bench St., Taylors Falls, 651-465-7345 Sat. Vigil 5:30 p.m.; Sun. 7:30 & 10:30 a.m.

Tues. - Thurs. 7:30 a.m.

OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP

Danbury - 7586 St. Rd. 77, 715-866-7321 Pastor - Father Michael J. Tupa Mass - Sat. 4 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m. (Sept.-May).

Reconciliation as per bulletin & by appt.

OUR LADY OF THE LAKES

Balsam Lake - Rev. John A. Drummy, Pastor - 405-2253 Mass: Sat. eves. 6 p.m.; Sun. 8:30 a.m.; Tues. 5:30 p.m.; Fri. 9 a.m.Sacrament of Reconciliation 7:30 a.m. Sun. or by appt.

SACRED HEARTS OF JESUS & MARY Pastor Father Michael J. Tupa CTHs A & H - 715-866-7321 Crescent Lake Voyager Village area.

Mass Sun. 8 a.m., Thurs. 9:30 a.m.

Reconciliation as per bulletin and by appt.

ST. DOMINIC - FREDERIC

Rev. Thomas E. Thompson, 715-327-8119 Mass: Sat. 4:30 p.m.; Sun. 10:30 a.m.

Call the office for daily & holy day Mass times

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION - GRANTSBURG

Rev. Thomas E. Thompson, 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

GRACE BAPTIST - GRANTSBURG

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

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

ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST

LIVING HOPE CHURCH

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

Pastor Doug McConnell Youth Pastor Chris Radtke At Grantsburg High School, 715-463-5794 Sun. Serv. 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 11 a.m.

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC

TRADE LAKE BAPTIST

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

Mass Wed. & Thurs. 9 a.m.

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC

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

ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLY

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

Pastor Merrill Olson, Interim Pastor 715-327-8402 Sun. Schl. - 9:15 a.m.; Wor. Serv. - 10:15 a.m.; Nursery provided.; tradelakebaptistchurch.org

CHURCH OF CHRIST

CHURCH OF CHRIST

CHURCH OF CHRIST - WEBSTER

Minister Garret Derouin, 715-866-7157 Musky & Birch St., Avail. in office 9 a.m. - noon, Tues.-Fri.; Sun. Bible Study 9:30 a.m.

Worship 10:30 a.m.

WESLEYAN

WESLEYAN

OSCEOLA COMMUNITY CHURCH

WOODLAND WESLEYAN

Pastor Larry Mederich, 715-294-4332 occconnect.org Mtg. @ St. Croix Art Barn; Sun. Serv. - 9 a.m.

Nursery and children church

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

SIREN ASSEMBLY OF GOD

FULL GOSPEL

Pastor Andrew Bollant Sun. Schl. - 9:15 a.m.; Morn. Serv. - 10:15 a.m.; Supervised Nursery; Wed. Evening - Worship Serv. 6:30 p.m.

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

Pastor Dave Williams 933 248th St., Osceola Morn. Wor. 10 a.m.; Sun. School Sept.-May 8:45 a.m.

Children’s Church & Nursery provided

TRADE RIVER EVAN. FREE

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

BAPTIST

EAST BALSAM BAPTIST - BALSAM LK. 1816 108th St., CTH I Pastor Gabe Brennan, 715-857-5411

eastbalsam.org Wor. Service - 9 a.m.; Sun. School-10:30 a.m.

EUREKA BAPTIST

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

FAITH FELLOWSHIP

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

FIRST BAPTIST - AMERY

131 Broadway St., 715-268-2223; fbcamery.org; E-mail: churchoffice@fbcamery.org Reg. office hours: Tues.-Thurs. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Pastor Charlie Butt, Lead Pastor; Nick Buda, Associate Pastor Sun. Serv.: 9 a.m.; All ages Sun. Schl. 10:30 11:30 a.m.; Nursery available

FIRST BAPTIST - FALUN

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

FIRST BAPTIST - MILLTOWN

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

FIRST BAPTIST - TAYLORS FALLS, MN

Located across from elemen. school on West St., Pastor, Dr. Kevin Schumann; 651-465-7171 Sun. Morn. - Sun. School for all ages - 9 a.m.

Morn. Worship - 10:15 a.m.; Nursery provided.

FIRST BAPTIST - WEBSTER

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

GRACE CHURCH OF OSCEOLA “The Cure for the Common Church”

722 Seminole Ave., Osceola Pastor Dr. Kent Haralson; 715-294-4222 or 715-755-3454; info@gracechurchosceola.com Sun.: Praise & Worship Serv. 9 am., Adult Bible Study 10:45 a.m., Children’s Sun. School 10:45 a.m.

FULL GOSPEL

WOOD RIVER CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Pastor Dan Slaikeu 4 mi. SE of Grantsburg on Williams Rd. Worship 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School 10:30 a.m.

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

CHRISTIAN CENTER

CHRISTIAN CENTER

EL SALEM/TWIN FALLS CHRISTIAN CENTER

1751 100th Ave., Dresser Sun. School 9:30 a.m.; Morning Wor. 10:30 a.m.

Evening Services Sun. 6 p.m.; Wed. 7 p.m.

Call Pastor Darryl Olson at 715-755-3133 for information and directions

ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN

CHRISTIAN ORTHODOX

HOLY TRINITY ORTHODOX

523 1st St., Clayton, 715-948-2493 Fr. Christopher Wojcik, Pastor Sat. Vespers - 5 p.m.; Sun. Liturgy - 9:30 a.m.

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

NAZARENE

NAZARENE

CALVARY CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE

510 S. Vincent, St. Croix Falls Pastor Tom Reaume, 715-483-3696 Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:45 a.m. & Wed. 6:30 p.m.

FAITH COMMUNITY

7535 Peet St., Danbury, 715-656-4010 Adult Bible Serv. 9 a.m.; Services: Sun. 10 a.m.; Sunday School during church service.

NONDENOMINATIONAL

NONDENOMINATIONAL

CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN CHURCH

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

NEW LIFE COMMUNITY - AMERY Interim Pastor Craig Jorgenson Sunday Worship 10 a.m.; Children’s Church: K to 6th Grade

NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY

Meets at Dresser Elem. School, Dresser Pastor Tony Minell, 715-417-1982 Sunday Wor. 9:45 a.m.; Sunday Schl. 9:45 a.m.

NEW WINE CHURCH - CENTURIA

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

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

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

INTERDENOMINATIONAL

INTERDENOMINATIONAL

RIVER VALLEY CHRISTIAN

1289 160th St. (Hwy. 65), St. Croix Falls, 715-483-5378 Senior Pastors Paul and Sonja Hanson Sunday Adult Bible Class 9 a.m.

Worship and Children’s Sunday Schl. 10 a.m.

ST. PETER’S COMMUNITY CHURCH

“Faith on Purpose” (Love God, Love People...period) faithonpurpose.org CTH F, Dresser, 715-483-2911 Pastor’s res./office Sunday Worship 10 a.m.

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Phone 715-268-2020

7425 West Main Street, Webster, WI

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Balsam Lake Fire Department Demo Derby

Balsam Lake Ashton, Austin and Blaine (L to R) spent the day selling cold beverages for the Wisconsin Wrestling Club at the Balsam Lake Fire Department demolition derby Saturday, Sept. 1, and had fun doing it.

Photos by Greg Marsten

It takes plenty of volunteer labor to pull off such a big event, and they had lots of help that day, and they even kept smiling.

This car was prepared by Chad Boyd and donated for a raffle, with the winner getting a chance to drive it in a real derby!

Some cars may have seen their final day.

RIGHT: Not everybody watched the derby. This young man made his own fun in the dirt with a couple of empty drink cups.

This Crown Victoria tried to climb right over the competition.

The trophies for each class of derby waited patiently for their future recipients.

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Coming events SEPTEMBER

Frederic

• American Legion/Auxiliary dinner/reception, 6:30 p.m., meeting 7:30 p.m. at the high school

THURS.-SEPT./13-16 • Fall festival.

Grantsburg

Amery

• 6-week Burnett & Polk County Grief Support Group meeting at medical center, 10-11:30 a.m. Must preregister at 715-635-9077.

• Grantsburg Christian Women’s meeting & silent auction at the senior center, 9-10:30 a.m. RSVP to 715-6892988.

St. Croix Falls

• “The Trial of Tom Sawyer” at Festival Theatre. Thurs. & Sun. 2 p.m., Thurs.-Sat. 7 p.m., festivaltheatre.org, 715483-3387.

Luck

THURS. & FRI./13 & 14

• Ruby’s Pantry at Home & Away Ministries. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. $15 cash donation appreciated. Distribution noon-1 p.m., 715-472-2535.

Frederic

• Blood bank at St. Luke Methodist Church. Thurs., 1-7 p.m., Fri. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. For appts. call Phyllis at 715-3278951 or 715-327-8972.

Milltown

• The Compassionate Friends Chapter of the Northwoods balloon release at Bering Park, 7 p.m., 715-5531152, compassionatefriends.org.

THURSDAY/13

Siren

Baldwin

• Monthly meeting at the senior center.

• Cub Scout open house/registration night at the school, 6 p.m., 715-349-7671, bill.pack564@gmail.com.

• St. Croix Valley Beekeepers meeting at Peace Lutheran Church, 7 p.m.

Centuria

Webster

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

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

Milltown

• Friends of the Library meeting. 6:30 p.m., 715-8252313.

Siren

• Chronic wasting disease meeting at the government center, 7 p.m., 715-635-4023.

FRIDAY/14 Balsam Lake

• Poco Penners meeting at the library building, 2 p.m., 715-483-9738.

• Flu shots at the health department, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 715485-8500.

Osceola

• Polka fest with Dick Durand and the Barnstormers at St. Croix ArtBarn, 6:30-9 p.m.

Siren

• Scandinavian smorgasbord at the Methodist church, 47 p.m., 715-349-2514 or 715-866-8242.

• County flu shots at the government center, Room 165, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., 715-349-7600, Ext. 1226.

St. Croix Falls

• Fish fry at the American Legion Post 143, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

SAT. & SUN./15 & 16 Amery

• Fall festival quilt show, vendors, etc., at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., draken@amerytel.net.

St. Croix Falls

• Harvest festival at Chateau St. Croix Winery, 715-4832556, chateaustcroix.com.

SATURDAY/15 Amery

• Chicken & biscuit dinner at Congregational Church, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

• Fall Festival craft fair at Michael Park, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Happenings in the Upper St. Croix Valley communities

WEDNESDAY/19 A young eagle surveys the landscape from a tree top. - Photo by Mike Reed

Balsam Lake

• Back to the Constitution Rally at the government center parking lot, 10 a.m.

Centuria

Clam Falls

• Folk sing fundraiser for Interfaith Caregivers at Holy Trinity United Methodist Church, 7 p.m., razoo.com/story/interfaith-caregivers-of-polk-county.

Frederic

• Antique autos at the depot, 10-11 a.m., 715-327-4271.

• Harvest supper at the Lutheran church, 3-7 p.m.

• Cynthia Rintala DeMar and Dave Frank perform at Frederic Art Center, 7:30 p.m., 715-327-8181.

Grantsburg

• Turkey shoot at the rod & gun club, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., grantsburggunclub.com.

• Habitat ground breaking at 349 Benson Rd. W., 3 p.m., 715-483-2700.

Luck

• Truck and tractor pull, 800-222-7655.

• Cook-off at Hog Wild, 715-472-4884.

Siren

• Back to the Constitution Rally at the government center parking lot, 3 p.m.

St. Croix Falls

• Living Proof Live Simulcast at Alliance Church of the Valley, 8:15 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Open 7 a.m., 715-483-1100.

• Author visit with Janet Letnes-Martin at the library, 1 p.m., 715-483-1777.

Centuria

• Community blood drive at Fristad Lutheran Church, noon-6 p.m., 715-646-2314.

THURS. & FRI./20 & 21 St. Croix Falls

Frederic

• 7-Shot Symphony at Festival Theatre, 7:30 p.m., 715483-3387, festivaltheatre.org.

Grantsburg

THURSDAY/20

• Friends of Crex annual meeting, 1 p.m., 715-463-2739.

A&H

MONDAY/17

• County flu shots at the dining site, 10:30-11:30 a.m., 715-349-7600, Ext. 1226.

• Polk County free legal clinic at the justice center, 715684-4545.

Dresser

• Autism support group at the government center, 7 p.m.

• Polk-Burnett Bee Association meeting at the justice center, 8 p.m., 715-327-5525.

Luck

• County flu shots at Northland Community Center, 12 p.m., 715-349-7600, Ext. 1226.

St. Croix Falls

• Second Harvest Food Distribution at Yellow Lake Lutheran Church, 4-6 p.m.

Balsam Lake

• Peace Lutheran Church will host its free clothing event from 2-6 p.m., 715-755-2515.

• Auditions for PFCT’s “Jack and the Beanstalk” at the elementary school gym, 3:30-5:30 p.m., 715-472-2152, Ext. 103.

• Walk & discussion on the Pothole Trail at Interstate Park, 715-268-8786. Call for RSVP & time.

Balsam Lake

Dairyland Danbury

Grantsburg

Webb Lake

Webster

• Second Harvest Food Distribution at Faith Lutheran Church, 4-6 p.m.

• After 5 dinner meeting at Grace United Methodist Church, 6:30 p.m., 715-566-0081.

Webster

TUESDAY/18

• Volleyball spaghetti supper fundraiser at the high school, 4:30-6:30 p.m.

• American Legion & Auxiliary meeting at the village hall, 7 p.m.

SUNDAY/16

• Sjoland Lodge 5-635, Sons of Norway will meet at First Lutheran Church, 7 p.m.

• Second Harvest Food Distribution at Bethany Lutheran Church, 4-6 p.m.

• Legion pig roast at the Cabaret.

• Annual meeting of Orange Cemetery Assn. at the library meeting room, 10 a.m.

Amery

• Pancakes Under the Tent at the fall festival, 8 a.m.noon, 715--268-6605.

Amery

Clam Falls

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

The takeoff

Luck

Siren

ONGOING Every Day

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

Divorce care support group at Apple River Community Church, 715-268-8360, 715-268-2176.

Every Monday

Indianhead Barbershop Chorus meets at the Balsam Lake old courthouse, 7:30 p.m., 715-483-9202.

Baby and Me class - Amery Medical Center, 1-2 p.m.

Grief Share support group at Centennial Hall, Amery, 715-268-2176 or 715-268-8360.

Moms In Touch International, First Baptist, Amery, 2 - 3 p.m., 715-268-5408, www.momsintouch.com Partners of Veterans women’s support group, Counseling Associates, Siren, 1-2:30 p.m., 715-349-8575.

Play group for children and caretakers at the Burnett County Family Resource Center, 10 - 11:30 a.m.

Every Tuesday

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

Survivors of domestic violence & sexual assault support group, Polk Co., 800-261-7233, 6-7:30 p.m.

Anger management group at Amery Regional Medical Center, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 715-268-4094.

Master Gardener Training at Polk County Government Center, 6-9 p.m. Also some Saturdays, 715485-7600.

Every Wednesday

Women of Hope, cancer support group, at SCRMC, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., 715-483-0431.

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

Every Thursday

Breastfeeding support group at the St. Croix Regional Medical Center, 2-3:30 p.m., 715-483-0431.

Play group for children and caretakers at the Burnett County Family Resource Center, 10 - 11:30 a.m.

Every Saturday

A hawk leaves its perch atop a power pole along CTH F near Dresser to explore the countryside. - Photos by Lauren Hovermen, 8, Dresser

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