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WINGS to lift area students, athletes

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Sunday visitor

Miles family starts program to help less fortunate students and athletes Page 15

Crowned Miss Frederic

Home safe Estimated 100 volunteers showed up to help look for missing 8-year-old, autistic girl Page 3

DA cancels inquest Inquest for alleged murder victim will still be held Page 3

Melanie Chenal was crowned Miss Frederic last Saturday evening. She is the daughter of Dave and Nancy Chenal. More photos in Currents section. Photo by Brenda Sommerfeld

Baby remains hospitalized Six-week-old girl struck by softball at tournament Page 3

I N S I D E The story of the Reed School

Charles Johnson of Trade Lake snapped this photo of a red-tailed hawk that landed on his porch and lingered for at least two hours on Sunday.

Johnson said the bird had made an apparent attempt to fly through the living room window before landing on the porch. He was able to get within six feet of the bird to snap this shot. This bird is known to have great visual acuity which is believed to be eight times greater than that of a human, according to Wikepedia.com. This hawk’s behavior seemed strange as it demonstrated little fear of man. – Photo by Charles Johnson

Oak Forest Center breaks ground for housing

CURRENTS FEATURE

Luck grad author of “Knitting for Peace” Page 10

FREDERIC — Ground breaking was held Sunday, June 10, for a 16-unit motel-style addition to Oak Forest Center located four miles southeast of Frederic, marking the second phase of development at the adult retreat center.

The housing addition will accommodate up to 96 people, hosting civic,

church, governmental, and private groups. Rooms will be able to comfortably sleep up to six for dorm-style accommodations and family arrangements, but will also allow for private lodging for couples retreats.

Once known as the old Cragwood

See Oak Forest, page 11

Governor’s Fishing Opener comes to Amery Inside this section

An artist’s rendering of the proposed Oak Forest Center.

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Double take The crowning of Savanna Pearson as Frederic’s First Princess took both her and Melanie Chenal (L) by surprise Saturday evening at the annual Miss Frederic pageant.

Chenal would again express surprise moments later when she was crowned Miss Frederic 2007. More photos in Currents section. - Photo

by Brenda Sommerfeld

Yourchuck’s takes four local entities to court BURNETT COUNTY - Yourchuck Video, Siren, is suing four entities Burnett County, the Burnett County Board of Supervisors, the Burnett County Zoning Administration and Wisconsin County Mutual Insurance Corporation, because at the time the

county passed its last zoning ordinance (in the early 2000s) regarding signs that are permitted along highways, Yourchuck Video couldn't get a permit to move the existing sign on their old location to the new store location.

The reason - the sign was too tall to

meet the new ordinance.

The case was filed Jan. 16, 2002. It is being tried before a 12-person jury on a four-day court docket starting Monday, June 18, and running through Thursday, June 21. The county is represented by attorney Stephen R. Bick; Yourchuck

Video by attorney Jason Whitley. Polk County Judge Robert Rasmussen is on the bench, and the civil trial is being held in the Burnett County Government Center courtroom. - with court information

It’s a clean machine...

Taylor and Trent Zenzen of the Village of Frederic got to know their new police chief, RJ Severude, last Friday by helping him clean the squad car in time for the annual Family Days celebration. Later, village officer Stephanie Warner took the kids for a ride in the clean squad car. - Photos by Melissa Buss

Milltown man faces meth charge

Members of Burnett Youth Hockey Association held a car wash fundraiser during Family Days weekend at the Leader parking lot – and made room for Frederic’s new police motorcycle. Officer Larry Bergeron (center) had the Yamaha cycle washed in time for Sunday’s Family Days parade. The motorcycle is being leased from Larsen Auto for $1 per year as part of a special promotion. – Photo by Gary King

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POLK COUNTY - A Milltown man was charged in Polk County Court this week with felony possession of methamphetamine after being arrested Friday afternoon for speeding.

Tracy Hughes, 35, was pulled over by the Polk County Sheriff’s Department around 3 p.m. when radar indicated he was traveling 61 miles per hour in a 45mph zone. He was driving westbound on 220th Avenue, near 140th Street, apparently driving to his home from Milltown.

According to the arresting officer, Hughes wasn’t wearing a seat belt and appeared nervous. The check on his driver’s license indicated that he had a suspended driving status.

Authorities found several plastic baggies in the car containing what appeared to be meth, along with a glass pipe with burned residue and two straws, as well as a 30-pack of Busch Light Beer and a money holder containing $528.

Hughes faces charges possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, and two charges of misdemeanor bail jumping. – Julie Holmquist

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Briefly “When it rains, it pours,” is more than just a cliche these days as Mother Nature continues to send moisture in bucketfuls rather than drizzles. A 30-minute deluge on Monday forced some motorists off the road. The rain is needed, but some wish it was delivered a bit slower.

••• MAPLE PLAIN – A swearing in ceremony will be held this Friday for members of the St. Croix Tribe of Chippewa’s governing council. Three new members will be seated for the new two-year term.

The ceremony will be held at the tribe’s Maple Plain Community Center in Polk County. There were no changes in the unofficial results from the June 9 election, despite at least one challenge. The new council now consists of returning incumbents Hazel Hindsley and Gloria Benjamin, former tribal chairman Jay Emery, Jerald Lowe and Michael Decorah.

Defeated were longtime council members Lewis Taylor and David “Maabin” Merrill, along with Leo Butler.

••• FREDERIC – Selling 1,400 brats in three days is no easy feat, but Frederic Stop manager Danny Jones and staff managed to do it again this year during the Family Days celebration. The actual number of brats sold was down from last year, Jones noted. But the promotion remains one of the most popular during the community celebration.

••• OSCEOLA – An organizational meeting for September’s Memory Walk, to be held at the ArtBarn, will be held Monday, June 25, at 8 a.m. at Embers in St. Croix Persons interested in getting Falls. involved can just stop in or call 715-2944775.

••• AMERY – The Amery Senior Center is sponsoring a trip to the Treasure Island Casino on Tuesday, June 26. The seniors will depart from the Amery Senior Center at 8:30 a.m.

••• FREDERIC – Local author Brad Ayers’ recently released nonfiction book, “The Zenith Secret (A CIA insider exposes the secret war against Cuba and the plot that killed the Kennedy Brothers)” has been exclusively excerpted by the publisher and several chapters can be read online at http://voxpopnet.net/zenithAZinsideinf o.html. Book sales have been brisk, according to Ayers, and copies can be purchased at book stores or via Amazon.com.

••• BURNETT/POLK COUNTIES – Following another successful Family Days celebration in Frederic, local community celebrations keep coming with this weekend’s 57th-annual Fishermen’s Party in Milltown, the Freedom Festival at Balsam Lake June 29 to July 1 and Centuria Memory Days set for July 7-8.

Meanwhile, early July heats up in Burnett County with Fourth of July parades (including boat parades) and events in Webster, Webb Lake, Siren and Danbury.

And don’t forget the annual Clam Falls Fourth of July parade. The Central Burnett County Fair is set for July 5-7.

••• SUPERIOR - Near-record-low water levels on Lake Superior are causing the National Park Service in the Apostle Islands to make some adjustments this summer. With the lake 1-1/2 feet below its long-term average, Apostle Islands National Lakeshore Superintendent Bob Krumanaker says they’re trying to install some vertical rails on a number of docks so people in small boats can climb up. No places have been closed off to boaters and the lake bottom in the Apostles is generally sandy. Except for taking the unusual step of dredging, Krumanaker says there’s not a lot they can do. Shallow water spots are highlighted on the Apostle Islands Web site. The last time water levels were lower on Lake Superior was 1926, a year before Lucky Lindberg made his historic solo cross-Atlantic flight. – Wisconsin Public Radio (Mike Simonson)

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Baby remains hospitalized

FREDERIC – The 6-week-old daughter of Nick and Andrea Lundquist of Frederic remains hospitalized at Children’s Hospital in St. Paul, Minn., after being struck by a softball at a Family Days tournament, Sunday.

Clara Lundquist was being held by a family friend when an overthrown ball to first base went over the fence and struck her on the head. The infant was taken by ambulance to Amery Hospital, then airlifted to Children’s Hospital.

The top of Clara’s skull was fractured from ear to ear, according to her grandmother, Lori Lundquist. Clara, she said, remains in the intensive care unit, hooked up to oxygen and IV. She has had two blood transfusions. There was internal bleeding, however the transfusions were required mostly to replace the blood that has been drawn for tests.

She is also sedated and on anti-seizure medication.

One positive factor, Lori said, may be

the fact that babies have extra room in their skulls, room for growth, and swelling in cases of trauma.

Family members remain hopeful that Clara can be brought home from the hospital soon, Lori said. Hospital personnel have indicated that Clara’s responses thus far have been normal reactions to severe head trauma.

Persons can monitor Clara’s progress at www.caringbridge.org At the time of the accident, a group of mothers had gathered at a spot behind the fence not far from first base. The village-owned park hosts ballgames throughout the summer.

A temporary fence was erected to extend the height of the fence following the accident, and Lions Club members have reportedly already discussed extending the height of the fence permanently as soon as possible. - Gary King

Woman in ICU after jumping from vehicle CUMBERLAND - A 21-year-old rural Cumberland woman remains in intensive care at North Memorial Hospital this week after allegedly jumping out of a vehicle driven by her boyfriend following a disagreement.

Natasha Ricci has “very serious, lifethreatening” injuries from the accident, which occurred early Sunday morning on CTH T in the town of Beaver in Polk County. According to a Polk County Sheriff’s press release, preliminary information indicates that Ricci and her boyfriend had been at the Clayton Cheese celebration and were traveling

back to Cumberland when they got into a disagreement, and she asked him to stop the truck. As the driver was slowing down, she opened the door and jumped out into the roadway.

The driver of the truck stopped the vehicle and drove directly to Cumberland Hospital, phoning 911.

Ricci was airlifted to North Memorial, where she was listed in intensive care as of Tuesday.

The incident remains under investigation by the Polk County Sheriff’s Department - Gary King

DA cancels inquest

POLK COUNTY – Polk County District Attorney Daniel Steffen has cancelled an inquest in the death of a Luck man accused of murdering another Luck man.

Timothy Lehman, 33, was accused of killing his friend, Jason Madsen, 33, whose body was found approximately five miles from the village of Luck, Feb. 17. Steffen charged Lehman with firstdegree intentional homicide.

Lehman was released on a $100,000 cash bond and was living at his parents’ home in Luck when he took his own life approximately a week before a preliminary hearing was scheduled.

“Upon the death of Timothy Lehman, I initially felt it necessary to schedule a coroner’s inquest due to the criminal charges that Mr. Lehman was facing at the time of his death,” stated Steffen in a letter issued Friday. “I felt it necessary to lay to rest any rumors and/or concerns that Mr. Lehman’s death was caused by anything other than a self-inflicted gunshot wound.”

Steffen noted that after meeting with Lehman’s family he was of the opinion that there is no concern or question regarding Lehman’s death. “Therefore, I have decided to dismiss the inquest in regard to Mr. Lehman’s death,” he wrote.

The coroner’s inquest in regard to the death of Jason Masen will continue, Steffen noted.

That inquest is set for August 16 at 8:30 a.m. – Gary King with information from district attorney’s office

Chelsea is home safe

“The volunteers should be thanked. It was a good team effort.” – Sheriff Dean Roland

by Sherill Summer SIREN – At 12:45 p.m. on a hot, muggy Father’s Day, Burnett County deputies were dispatched to Burnikel Road, southeast of Siren, to try and find a missing 8-year-old, autistic girl.

Chelsea Brown was last seen about 11 a.m. on Sunday, wearing green pajamas and no shoes.

Burnett County deputy Mikal Anton took control of the search. After checking for the missing girl one more time in the house and under the house, since a section of skirting was missing from the home, a phone alert was issued and a search dog from Polk County was sent for. An incident center was set up at the end of the driveway where search parties were organized. An estimated 100 volunteers, from Siren Fire Department, St. Croix-Hertel Fire Department, DNR and many neighbors, joined the search.

This was not the first time that Chelsea had snuck out of the house.

Usually she traveled across the field to

Chelsea Brown is home safe this week after wandering away from her rural Siren home on Sunday. submitted photo her grandmother’s house, but once she was found as far away as Soderberg Road, approximately a mile away.

When the search dog from Polk County arrived, it soon found a trail heading southwest from the missing girl’s home. Search teams were sent to nearby Soderberg and Imme roads.

When a report came in that Chelsea was seen earlier in the day near

An 8-year old autistic girl wandered away from this residence southeast of Siren. – Photo by Sherill Summer

Soderberg Road, heading west, the phone alert area was enlarged and a search party was sent out further west, near where the Clam River crosses Burnikel Road. The search party was trying to get ahead of Chelsea and then work their way back east towards her.

Meanwhile, Darwyn Brown was searching for the girl on horseback. He followed what looked to be a deer trail north of Chelsea’s house. As he followed the trail, he could see grass knocked down in places, but he didn’t know if it was Chelsea or an animal that had passed by. When he saw a beaver pond, he knew from 17 years of experience with the Frederic Fire Department, that he had to check the pond carefully. As he was out on the beaver dam searching, he saw the missing girl in the pond. The beaver pond was deep. Brown reported that he was up to his waist in water four feet away from where Chelsea was standing.

“She was frozen with fear,” was how Brown descried her. She had been in the water for awhile since her feet were pruned.

Brown was able to carry her from the pond. When she refused to mount the horse, Brown carried Chelsea out of the woods to her home. Brown figures he carried her an equivalent of a 30-acre field to her home.

Once the girl was found, all of the search volunteers were called in and accounted for. An ambulance was dispatched to check Chelsea, and the IC center in the driveway was dismantled.

Sheriff Roland was happy to report that all the training for this type of incident paid off as everything went well.

Sheriff Roland especially praised the deputy in command, “(Mikal) Anton did an outstanding job.”

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Regional nonprofit organizations make $16.5 million economic impact

by Buz Swerkstrom Special to the Leader HUDSON - Nearly 35 Polk County representatives from cultural and economic development sectors attended an Arts Means Business event in Hudson, June 11. A huge turnout included elected officials, business, and cultural leaders from throughout the St. Croix Valley region.

When the St. Croix Valley Community Foundation and The Phipps Center for the Arts in Hudson embarked on the idea more than a year ago to conduct an economic impact survey of area nonprofit arts, historical and cultural organizations, they never imagined that the study would draw so much interest and enthusiasm from the community.

“This is the first time the economic contribution of arts and cultural organizations in the St. Croix Valley has been measured,” said David Griffith, president of the St. Croix Valley Community Foundation, which coordinated the research project and the Arts Mean Business event June 11 at The Phipps Center for the Arts.

“We were very pleased with the number of people who turned out to hear the results,” Griffith said. “We hope that this study underscores the idea that an investment in the arts is a wise investment in the region and sparks continued dialogue and action about the role of the arts in economic development.”

Almost 300 people packed the theater to hear the results, including Sen. Sheila Harsdorf, Minn. Sen. Kathy Saltzman, Minn. Rep. Ann Hraychuck, Rep. Kitty Rhoades, Minn. Rep. Julie Bunn, Minn.

Rep. Jeremy Kahlin, Minn. Rep. Matt Dean, Hudson Mayor Jack Breault, River Falls Mayor Don Richards, New Richmond Mayor Dave Schnitzler, Department of Tourism Sec. Kelli Trumble, Mark Aumann from the office of U.S. Rep. Ron Kind, Gayle Junniala from Explore Minnesota, Tom Proehl, executive director of the Minnesota State Arts Board, Margaret Lewis, executive director of the Wisconsin Academy of the Sciences, Arts and Letters, Sheila Smith of Minnesota Citizens for the Arts, plus representatives from art, historical, cultural, government and educational organizations, businesses, chambers of commerce, and economic development corporations.

Additional Polk County attendees included Rosalie Kittleson of the Polk County Historical Society, LaMoine McLaughlin of the Northern Lakes Center for the Arts, Meg Luhrs of Luhrs/Bjornson Studios, Sue Mathews of the Polk County Information Center, Mike Welch of the Polk County Economic Development Corporation, Beth Hartman of Festival Theatre, and Kathleen Melin from the Lamar School.

Out of approximately 150 nonprofit organizations in the St. Croix Valley— representing Polk, Pierce and St. Croix counties in Wisconsin and Chisago and Washington counties in Minnesota—92 nonprofits participated in the study, either through submitting organizational economic data or participating in audience surveys. In Polk County, participating organizations included Clear Lake Public Library, Frederic Area Historical Society, Indianhead Chorus, Luck Area Historical Society, Milltown Public Library, Northern Lakes Center for the Arts, Osceola Main Street Promotions Committee, Polk County Historical Museum, St. Croix ArtBarn, St. Croix County Fair, St. Croix Falls Historical Society, St. Croix Festival Theatre, and the St. Croix Valley Community Band.

“It speaks favorably that an amazing 59 percent responded to the survey,”

St. Croix Falls area attendees included Beth Hartman, Kim Murphy, Amy Klein, Bob Fedderly and Al Kruger. - Photos

by Jens Gunnelson, UWRF

Polk County Economic Development Director Mike Welch attended the Arts Means Business event. said Randy Cohen, vice president of policy and research at the Washington, D.C.-based Americans for the Arts, who spoke to at a breakfast presentation to local arts organizations with George Tzougros, executive director of the Wisconsin Arts Board, and Anne Katz, executive director of Arts Wisconsin. “It also means that, in reality, the economic impact of your region’s nonprofit arts organizations is much, much greater.”

Before introducing Cohen at the keynote speech, Tzougros spoke on behalf of Lt. Gov. Barbara Lawton, who is the chairperson of WAB and was originally scheduled to speak. “The numbers you will hear today speak to the 4Cs of the creative economy: creativity, culture, commerce and community,” said Tzougros. “The new economy is a creative economy—it’s about ideas, and we have those ideas when we have an intersection of arts, sciences and business coming together to jump start economies and to lead the way. It’s about creativity and education … creativity is the sustainable energy of the creative economy.”

Cohen told the audience that nonprofit arts, historical and cultural organizations in the bi-state, lower St. Croix National Scenic Riverway are a $16.45 million industry that supports 384 fulltime jobs and generates $1.58 million in local and state government revenue annually. Moreover, the organizations spend $6.84 million each year and foster $9.61 million in additional spending by arts and culture audiences—spending that pumps revenue into local restaurants, lodging, retail stores, parking, child care and other businesses.

“The arts are a rainbow industry for this region,” he noted. “They attract audiences and visitors, stimulate business development, support jobs and generate government revenue.”

Cohen made special note of the outstanding volunteer numbers. “I’m impressed on how much this region is supported [by volunteers]. That is a great story.” In 2005, 3,416 volunteers donated 171,090 hours to local organizations, representing a value of almost $3.1 million. Moreover, individuals, agencies and businesses provided $252,451 worth of in-kind donations such as materials, facilities and services.

The St. Croix Valley region was among 156 participating regions in the AFTA national Arts and Economic Prosperity III study. Nationally, nonprofit arts and culture organizations represents a $166.2 billon industry that has grown 24 percent from 2000 to 2005.

Within Wisconsin, the St. Croix Valley comprises nearly 4 percent of the $418.06 million industry.

National and local data analysis for the study, which was conducted by Georgia Institute of Technology, utilized input-output analysis of how dollars are respent in the community as well as audience-intercept survey methodology. The basis of two Nobel Prizes in economics, input-output analysis traces how many times a dollar is respent in the local economy before it leaves the community.

Visitors from outside of the region make up 24 percent of event audiences and spend almost three times ($36.55 per person) that of residents who spend an average of $13.62 on related spending including restaurants, parking, lodging, child care and retail. This is higher than the national average of nonresident attendees who spend twice that of residents.

Minnesota Rep. Julie Bunn (district 56A), who holds a Ph.D. in economics from Stanford University, spoke about three economic trends that “dovetail” with the results of this study. First is the

emergence of a knowledge economy.

“All these studies point to the significance of art and of the artists in our states’ economies. But the role of arts and culture fueling engines of growth is much greater than that. States, regions and cities have come to realize that their economic fortunes are tied to attracting knowledge workers, the backbone of the knowledge economy. Workers value quality of place…the factors behind quality of place include lifestyle, environmental quality, a vibrant arts scene and natural amenities. All these are clearly the reasons residents have been attracted to the St. Croix Valley.”

Bunn also echoed that investment in the arts is an investment in a region’s economy, and noted that future public policy agendas will include addressing issues facing an aging and diverse populace such as qualify of life.

Following the keynote, Tzougros, Cohen and Bunn addressed questions from the audience on topics such as arts in K-12 education. Cohen responded that AFTA had recently conducted a benchmark national study on the effects of arts education on standardized testing. “We found that students perform better in standardized testing if they have arts education,” said Cohen. “Artsinvolved students and art education levels the playing field.”

The study provides a preview into the region’s larger creative economy, say the organizers. “This study only measured the nonprofit facet of the creative economy and did not include art galleries, individual artists or advertising, design or marketing enterprises,” said Jill Shannon, director of community partnerships for SCVCF. “This study gives us very good insight into what is a much stronger industry.”

The Hugh J. Andersen Foundation in Bayport, Minn., and the Wisconsin Arts Board in Madison funded the study. A steering committee facilitated participation in the study, including: The Phipps Center for the Arts, St. Croix Valley Community Foundation, ArtReach Alliance, the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of WisconsinRiver Falls, Hugh J. Andersen Foundation, Northern Lakes Center for the Arts, St. Croix Economic Development Corp., Pierce County Economic Development Corp. and the St. Croix Valley Regional Tourism Alliance.

The complete study for the St. Croix Valley region is at: http://www.scvcf.org/community_par tnership_arts_mean_business.htm.

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Bid reaches wrong municipality

by Sherill Summer WEBSTER – One item on the agenda at the Webster Village Board meeting on Wednesday, June 13, was to open the bids for village assessor. There were four sealed bids waiting for the board members. One of the bids submitted from Associated Appraisals of Appleton – was a bid for the town of Vernon, not the town of Webster.

After some discussion, the board decided to gracefully allow them to correct the mistake. On June 25, a representative from each applicant will interview in front of a committee. The full board will consider the committee’s recommendations during the July meeting.

In other personnel matter, it was announced that Rick Bierman has been hired as the village’s limited-time help.

Sidewalk for east side of elementary school The Webster school administration informed the village board that they want a sidewalk built along Walleye Avenue on the east side of the elementary school. Towards the end of the school year, the entrance to the parking lot in front of the school was torn up to

fix a broken sewer line. To avoid this area, the buses began loading and unloading students behind the school along Walleye Avenue. The new bus location works well and will be used again next year. The district will maintain the sidewalk once it is built.

Survey report Mark Krause from Wagner Surveying Associates, Inc. was at the meeting to discuss two village properties. In one property, owned by Carole Daniels, the surveyed alley is in the wrong place. A land swap is planned so that the easement rights are in the proper location.

Two parties are interested in purchasing portions of the Brownie Sears property on the west end of Main Street, but as of yet, there is no water or sewer to the portion of the property they are interested in. The area is probably part of the TIF that was created for Main Street. Plans for developing the area and estimates for sewer lines will be sought.

Other business A new pump was approved for the main lift station near the fairgrounds.

Plans call for GPS monitoring of sex offenders MADISON - Republican sponsors of a new GPS monitoring system for sex offenders say about 400 of the state’s most- dangerous offenders will be fitted with the high-tech monitors by Jan. 1 of next year.

Thanks to a compromise reached with Democratic critics of the funding, the joint finance committee approved the plan last Wednesday.

The bill calls for 24-hour-a-day, realtime monitoring of released sex offenders deemed to be the most likely to commit new assaults. Republican state Sen. Alberta Darling, who helped craft the bill, says it will mean Wisconsin has one of the toughest sex offender laws in the country.

The program will cost $5.8 million for the first year and add 71 new probation officers to manage the system. Each agent will be responsible for monitoring about 60 offenders. Rep. Jeff Stone says

because the system makes it possible to track offenders’ exact locations, probation officers using the system in other states have found it effective in keeping offenders on a short leash. He says often a probation officer will ask an offender a question and then they would just causally be able to say that’s not true and say they were at a certain location at that exact point in time.

He says by having that type of information it really begins to change the behavior of offenders.

The system will also allow probation officers to set up exclusion zones for individual offenders, so that if they go near a school, the GPS bracelet would vibrate, alerting the offender they have gone out of bounds.

The program has broad bipartisan support and is expected to pass the full Legislature. – Wisconsin Public Radio (Gil Halsted)

Frankenstein veto gets Senate hearing MADISON - Reform championed by state Sen. Sheila Harsdorf, R-River Falls, to ban abuses of a governor’s partial veto authority had a public hearing June 18 in the Senate Committee on Ethics Reform and Government Operations.

The common-sense legislation would ban the Frankenstein Veto, wherein a governor stitches together unrelated words in the text of a bill to create altogether new sentences resulting in new laws that no legislator ever voted for.

“The Frankenstein Veto is undemocratic and makes a mockery of the state budget process,” said Harsdorf. “Except for purely partisan reasons, you will be hard-pressed to find anyone that can defend the Frankenstein Veto on its merits. You have to see it to believe it.”

The bill was supported by reform organizations Common Cause of Wisconsin and the Wisconsin Democracy Campaign. Editorial boards throughout the state have also joined the cause for accountable government.

“I applaud Senator Risser for scheduling a Senate hearing and his past support of curtailing abuses of the gubernatorial veto, regardless of who is in power,” said Harsdorf. “Now, I am

hopeful that Senate Democrats hold a prompt vote on this good government reform.”

The use of the Frankenstein Veto in the last budget is responsible for a $427 million hole in the transportation fund, which will likely be filled by higher fees and/or higher taxes on Wisconsin citizens. The state Assembly has already passed second consideration of the constitutional amendment on Feb. 1, 2007, by a 70-25 vote, with all incoming freshman, on a bipartisan basis, voting in favor of budget reform.

“It is extraordinarily difficult to negotiate a budget agreement in good faith when a governor has the ability to write totally new laws through the use of the Frankenstein Veto,” said Harsdorf.

“This budget reform measure, while too late for this session, is needed to restore the integrity of the budget bill.”

Last session, the ban of the Frankenstein Veto passed both houses with strong bipartisan votes on first consideration. If passed by the state Senate, the measure will go to the public in a statewide referendum for final approval and enactment. – from the office of Sen. Harsdorf

Webster Village crosswalk signs: The village has purchased three bright crosswalk signs to remind drivers to yield to pedestrians attempting to cross the street. – Photo by Sherill Summer

The pump will cost the village $6,171.

The old pump is still working, but is not expected to last much longer. The village will keep the old pump for a backup.

The sewer system received good reviews this year in the DNR’s annual CMAR report. The village did about as well as last year.

Resolution 6-13-07 was approved clarifying that village property will be insured in the local government property insurance fund.

All beer, liquor, wine, tobacco, pool table, mobile home park and operator licenses were renewed for another year.

Changes to village ordinances for animals and open burning were passed.

The penalties and costs portions of the animal ordinance now reads: The owners of said dogs shall pay all fees connected with the impounding of said animal(s) and be ordered to appear in the Webster Municipal Court to pay a forfeiture of $50 plus court costs for the first offense and $60, $70, $80 and $90 plus court costs for each subsequent offense.

The open burning ordinance will be published in local newspapers.

Route attends conference

Deb Route is a kitchen designer at Johnson Lumber Company in Falun.

She has recently attended the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show and Conference in Las Vegas, an event showcasing the very latest products and cutting-edge design ideas. Over 40,000 national and international industry professionals and 900 exhibitors attended the event sponsored by the National Kitchen and Bath Association.

Route has designed kitchens and baths for five years at Johnson Lumber Company and is taking courses to become a certified kitchen designer. She provides a full spectrum of design services, from the initial consultation to job site measurements, computerized layouts and detailed instructions for the installer. - submitted

Bremer expands with plans for new Danbury branch DANBURY – After many years in a leased site, Bremer Bank has announced plans to construct a new branch at 7447 Main Street, Danbury, just west of the intersection of Hwys. 35 and 77.

The new bank will cover almost 2,500 square feet, and will include three driveup lanes, an ATM and safe deposit boxes. The new bank will employ three to four people and offer a full range of retail and business banking, investment, insurance and trust products and services. The new branch is expected to be open for business November 2007.

“We opened our doors in Danbury in 1976 and we look forward to making our customers feel welcome, valued and confident at this brand-new branch,” said Glenn Meier, marketing manager.

“This new location reflects our ongoing commitment to this market and will provide added convenience to our cus-

tomers in the area.”

Members of the community are invited to attend a ground-breaking ceremony at the site on Tuesday, June 26, at 3:30 p.m.

Bremer Financial Corporation is a privately held, $6.8 billion regional financial services company jointly owned by its employees and the Otto Bremer Foundation. Founded in 1943 by Otto Bremer, the company is headquartered in Saint Paul, Minn., and provides a comprehensive range of banking, investment, trust and insurance services to more than 100 locations in Minnesota, North Dakota and Wisconsin. Company profits are distributed in the form of charitable grants by the Otto Bremer Foundation to communities throughout the company’s footprint. – from Bremer

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Polk County directs Golden Age Manor to stem losses

by Julie Holmquist BALSAM LAKE – The Polk County Board of Supervisors approved a resolution Tuesday night in an effort to stem financial losses at Golden Age Manor, but the vote was not unanimous.

Supervisor Gary Bergstrom urged the board to give unanimous support to the resolution; however, it was approved in a 14 to 9 vote.

The resolution directs the Golden Age Manor Governing Board to take whatever actions necessary to ensure that 2007 operation losses do not exceed $125,000. In 2006, Golden Age Manor reported a loss in excess of its depreciation expense.

“This gives the Golden Age Manor direction,” Bergstrom said of the county board action.

Supervisor Pat Schmidt asked if there would be “teeth” in the resolution.

Bergstrom noted that the county board could only give direction to the Golden Age Manor Board, which would have to ensure that the losses were stemmed. He noted that the consultant firm hired to provide a comprehensive operational assessment has identified ways for the county nursing home to break even.

“I’m really relying on their expertise,” he said of Ecumen, the consulting firm.

Supervisor Schmidt noted that 508 of the nursing home residents – the large majority – come from Amery.

“Does it make sense for it to be a county entity when there are five other

nursing homes taking care of our elderly in the county?” she said.

“The issue isn’t who is in Golden Age Manor,” Bergstrom said, “The issue is the bottom line. Ecumen says we can get costs down.”

Supervisor Arthur Gamache mentioned facts about public nursing homes reported by the Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance.

According to WISTAX, Wisconsin’s public nursing homes are facing increasing financial pressures and insufficient state and federal Medicaid reimbursements. County nursing home deficits nearly doubled from 1998 to 2005.

Of the 60 public nursing homes, 49 were owned and operated by counties.

WISTAX also reported that residents needing long-term care are more likely to stay in public homes, while those who have shorter stays are more likely to use private facilities.

Golden Age Manor does have an Alzheimer’s unit, Gamache noted.

“Until I see something on this resolution that tells me it will come to some conclusions on Golden Age Manor, I can’t vote for it,” Gamache said.

Voting against the resolution were: Jay Luke, Diane Stoneking, Thomas Nilssen, Kenneth Olson, Jeff Peterson, William Hughes, Gerald Newville, Michael Larsen and Arthur Gamache.

By another split vote, the Polk County Board also approved the labor agreement between the county and the Teamsters General Union, Local 662 of

Golden Age Manor. The board voted 14-9 to approve the agreement that would allow for time-and-a-half pay on holidays for the union employees, adding an additional $10,000 a year in costs. The Polk County Personnel Committee recommended ratification of the agreement.

“I’m concerned about the added cost,” Bergstrom said. “Does the union understand the financial straits that Golden Age Manor is under? That really bothers me.”

Budget carryover The board approved a request to carryover unspent 2006 funds in the extension budget into the 2007 extension operations budget, but not without some discussion.

Last month, three requests for carryovers in other departments were approved.

“Will the department run short of funds if this is not approved?” asked Supervisor Robert Blake.

“Absolutely,” said Supervisor Rodney Littlefield. The majority of the money will go toward payroll and an employee who was added to the health-care benefits, he said.

Supervisor Carl Holmgren objected to the carryover, and then made a motion that funding for extension should come from the contingency fund.

“No way is this a contingency,” said Supervisor Gerald Newville. “This was built into the budget last year.”

The board voted down an amendment to fund extension through the contingency fund, with Blake, Holmgren and Kay Friberg voting for the amendment.

The budget carryover was approved in a 21-2 voted, with BLake and Holmgren voting against it.

Other business The board approved changing the name of the revolving loan fund, planning, zoning and land records to the land information committee.

“It’s just some housekeeping to shorten it up and save on ink,” said Supervisor Kim O’Connell.

The board also approved a resolution authorizing use of contingency funds to correct addresses that were discovered to be wrong after the county added the new digital address inventory.

Roughly 300 addresses are incorrect.

“One reason for this is for emergency response,” noted Supervisor Keith Rediske. “We would be in a state of liability if we can’t find the address.”

The board also approved the standard procedure of updating the Polk County Lake Classification List, as well as resolutions approving agreements for jail bed rental with Burnett County and Chisago County.

Polk County Sheriff Tim Moore said 22 to 27 beds are rented each day.

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House passes record increase in funding for veteran’s health care Appropriation bill changes habit of paying only lip service to nation’s veterans, Obey says WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. House of Representatives recently approved the fiscal year 2008 appropriations bill for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, which provides the largest single increase in funding in the agency’s history. Seventh District Congressman Dave Obey, D-WI, serves as chairman of the House Appropriations Committee.

“This bill provides the largest increase in funding for veterans in the VA’s 75year history. It follows the increased funding we provided for veterans in this year’s budget, and clearly shows that we’ve made the needs of our servicemen and women our top priority,” said Obey. “It represents our commitment to getting away from the old habit of saluting our veterans while the band plays, and then forgetting about them when the music stops.”

The bill provides the Veterans Administration $3.8 billion more than the president requested and $6.7 billion more than last year.

Obey noted that the bill: Reminds America that care for veterans is a real

cost of war; exceeds the level recommended by the Independent Budget prepared by veterans service organizations for VA medical care for the first time by $294 million; focuses resources on treating the mental and physical injuries – like traumatic brain injury and post-traumatic stress disorder – that our troops are returning home with; adds over 1,000 new claims processors to allow the VA to significantly reduce the backlog of 400,000 claims; increases funding to address the VA’s repair and maintenance needs to prevent a Walter Reed-type scandal from occurring in the VA system.

“There has been no sense of shared sacrifice when it comes to the war in Iraq. The only ones sacrificing are the members of our military and their families, and they’re doing double and triple duty,” Obey concluded. “We have an obligation to provide them more than lip service; we must provide them real service in terms of overcoming their injuries and ensuring they don’t get hassled when they come home. This bill represents our commitment to doing that.”

The measure must still be approved by the Senate before it can go to the president to become law. – from the office of Congressman Dave Obey

United Way hires regional director for Polk County BALSAM LAKE – Polk County now has a regional director responsible for the operation of the United Way in the area. Carleen Dahl Matosky, of Eureka Township, was hired for this position.

Her background includes work with the Greater Twin Cities United Way, and a local nonprofit, Northern Waters Literacy based in Balsam Lake.

In 2002, the United Way of Polk County was launched and based in Dresser. The United Way of Polk County had a board representing communities in Polk County; however, operations were run by the St. Croix Area United Way office and staff based in Stillwater, Minn. “This was really hard for everyone” says Matosky “because many people in Polk County didn’t realize their contributions were being used specifically for services in Polk County.”

In 2006, the St. Croix Area United Way found itself without an executive director. It was at that time that the United Way of Polk County’s board and the remaining staff at the St. Croix Area United Way put their heads together to recreate operations for the United Way

of Polk County. The recreation included writing grant applications to hire a staff person specifically to oversee the United Way’s work in Polk County.

The Bremer Foundation, along with the Fred C. and Katherine B. Andersen Foundation, both awarded grants to the United Way of Polk County specifically to hire a person to oversee operations and to start an office in Polk County.

The office, now open, is located in Centuria at the Fristad Lutheran Church on Hwy. 35. Matosky mans the office part time. “As the only staff person out here, if I’m at a meeting or visiting an agency, I can’t be in the office,” she adds.

The United Way of Polk County has a Web site available at www.unitedwaypolkcounty.org. WPCA 95.7FM in Amery has a segment specifically dedicated to the United Way of Polk County on every other Monday morning at 8:30 a.m. The next segment will air on Monday, June 25. To contact the United Way of Polk County office directly, emails can be sent to info@unitedwaypolkcounty.org and the phone number is 715-553-0707. - submitted

County employees retire BALSAM LAKE – The Polk County Board recognized several employee retirements at its Tuesday night meeting, although not all attended the meeting. Those retiring include: Jackie Brettner, 28 years; Jeff Timmons, 28 years; Chris Byerly, 28 years, Ann Hraychuck, 32 years; Timothy Kelly, 32

years; David Lindholm, 27 years; Dayton Frederickson, 29 years; Barry Erickson, 15 years; Tom Poirier, 28 years; Arlie Johnson, 30 years; Mary Bon, three years; Jim Ferkovich, three years; Joanne McKinstry, 14 years; Judy Miller, five years; Nina Outwater, 28 years.

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Last week’s question: Do you contribute to the fight against cancer?

1. Yes, through volunteerism 4 votes (7 percent) 2. Yes, through financial donation 30 votes (56 percent) 3. No, 20 votes (37 percent) Total votes: 54 This week’s question: Would you support abolishing the electoral college system?

1. Yes 2. No 3. I don’t even know what it is or what it does You can take part in our weekly Web poll by logging on to www.the-leader.net and scrolling to the lower left-hand portion of the home page

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uck Golf Course hosted an impressive event on Monday, involving nearly 150 people. The first-annual fundraiser for WINGS, an acronym for a new organization - Whatever Individual Needs Gear Supplies that will focus on providing funds for young people in need of financial help to take part in school sports and other activities.

Former longtime Unity High School football coach Craig Miles of Balsam Lake, along with his wife, Cathy, established the group in honor of their son, Mark, who was active in athletics at Unity. They lost him his senior year to suicide.

The way they are choosing to remember their son speaks volumes.

The Mileses were encouraged by Indiianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungee, who called the family after hearing about their loss - a loss Dungy’s family has experienced, also. He kept in touch and it’s clear his involvement helped Mark’s parents to carry on and extablish WINGS. There is always room for more focus on our young people. Encouragement for their success and self-esteem. That’s all we’ve really got in relation to our marks left on this earth.

Here’s to a long flight for WINGS.

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Immigration reform

here was a high-profile arrest of an illegal immigrant featured on the local TV news recently. Mother of five. Handcuffed in front of her kids. Tears. Drama.

Maybe a lopsided use of taxpayer dollars?

More than kind of strange.

But it likely played well to those majority of Americans who are keen on immigration reform, in one form or another.

Senators are wading through 22 amendments to legislation this week in an effort to bring it to a final vote. We all know something has to be done, but it’s a tough job coming to terms with compromise.

There’s an interesting dynamic to this issue, with our U.S. senators weighing real immigration reform and the growing trend among the state’s farmers to cultivate migrant labor.

Some rural citizens claim jobs are being taken away from them, and some owners of ag operations strongly support allowing the migrant workers to get legal status and work.

One thing is clear - nobody is clamoring for the full-time farm job anymore, as pointed out in a recent article in the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel.

House Republican Tom Petri of Fond du Lac said he has heard much the same from large dairy operations. "For some reason, family members and other Americans don't seem to be interested in milking cows three times a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year," he said.

UW-Extension now offers Spanish-language training that covers milking skills, calf management, reproduction and herdsmanship, after a survey found that 38 percent of dairy farmers had to hire translators to communicate with their help.

So a section of the proposed immigration reform legislation, entitled AgJOBS, becomes somewhat of a political hot potato. One part of it would let current ag workers apply for temporary worker visas and, if they meet certain criteria, permanent residency. The other part addresses what some feel are serious problems in a program that allows many ag operations to find laborers designated as “temporary, nonimmigrant” help.

Is there some hypocrisy here? Do we even need to point it out?

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President George Bush 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. Washington, D.C. 20500 president@whitehouse.gov

Governor Jim Doyle 115 East, State Capitol Bldg.

Mailing address: P.O. Box 7863 Madison, WI 53707 wisgov@mail.state.wi.us Congressman David Obey 7th Congressional District 2462 Rayburn Office Bldg.

Washington, D.C. 20515 or Wisconsin office: Federal Building Wausau, WI 54401 (715) 842-5606 Rep. Ann Hraychuck 28th Assembly District State Capitol, P.O. Box 8942 Madison, WI 53708 Phone: 608-267-2365 Toll free: 888-529-0028 In-District 715-485-3362 rep.hraychuck@legis.state.wi.us

Rep. Frank Boyle 73rd Assembly District Room 221 North State Capitol P.O. Box 8952 Madison 53708 E-mail: Rep.Boyle@legis.state.wi.us

Senator Sheila Harsdorf 10th Senate District State Capitol, P.O. Box 7882 Madison, WI 53707 (608) 266-7745 • (715) 232-1390 Toll-free - 1-800-862-1092 sen.harsdorf@legis.state.wi.us

Rep. Mary Hubler 75th Assembly District Room 7 North, State Capitol P.O. Box 8952 Madison, WI 53708 or 1966 21-7/8 St. (Hawthorne Lane), Rice Lake 54868 (715) 234-7421• (608) 266-2519 rep.hubler@legis.state.wi.us

U.S. Sen. Russ Feingold SDB 40, Rm. 1 Washington, D.C. 20510 or 8383 Greenway Blvd.

Middleton, WI 53562 (608) 828-1200 senator@feingold.senate.gov

Senator Robert Jauch 25th Senate District Room 19 South State Capitol P.O. Box 7882 Madison, WI 53707 E-mail: Sen.Jauch@legis.state.wi.us

U.S. Senator Herb Kohl 330 Hart Senate Office Bldg.

Washington, D.C. 20510 senator_kohl@kohl.senate.gov Congressman Ron Kind 3rd Congressional District 1713 Longwirth Office Bdg. Washington, D.C. 20515 202-225-5506 888-442-8040 (toll-free) ron.kind@mail.house.gov

f we gave a “letter of the week” award, it would go to LaVonne Crowe this week.

The Danbury woman makes as good a case for abolishing the archaic system in which we elect our presidents as any newspaper editor or think tank star ever has.

The issue surfaced for a few brief weeks when Al Gore won the popular vote in 2000, but ended up searching for another job, winding up in a good place, but not quite the oval office.

Then the issue became yesterday’s news, or so it seems.

Our country is, and always has been based on the theory that democracy means the majority wins and rules. The team who gets the most points wins.

Pretty simple concept.

So leave it to politicians to make it complicated and messy.

When are we going to stop this propoganda that says our votes count, asks Ms. Crowe in her letter (see facing page).

Aren’t we cowards to not be asking that question of our government every day?

Or are we just lemmings?

Maybe we’re all cowardly lemmings.

Get those e-mails out to your representatives.

All editorials on this page by editor Gary King

P o s i t i v e Quote o f t h e w e e k What was hard to bear is sweet to remember.

-- Portuguese proverb

The views expressed on these pages do not necessarily represent the views of ICPPA board members or employees

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Zero tolerance leaves schools zero judgment

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ead these opening paragraphs from a recent Associated Press story: Fifth-graders in California who adorned their mortarboards with tiny toy plastic soldiers to support troops in Iraq were forced to cut off their miniature weapons. A Utah boy was suspended for giving his cousin a cold pill prescribed to both students. In Rhode Island, a kindergartner was suspended for bringing a plastic knife to school so he could cut cookies.

It's all part of "zero tolerance" rules, which typically mandate severe punishments for weapons and drug offenses regardless of the circumstances.

Lawmakers in several states say the strict policies in schools have resulted in many punishments that lack common sense, and (they) are seeking to loosen the restrictions.

"A machete is not the same as a butter knife. A water gun is not the same as a gun loaded with bullets," said Rhode Island state Sen. Daniel Issa, a former school board member who worries that no-tolerance rules are applied blindly and too rigidly.

A machete isn't a butter knife, and blowing up a school or shooting students isn't the same as talking about doing those things.

Which brings this AP story home.

As most Wausau school district residents are aware by now, the School Board recently expelled two Wausau West High School students who shot their mouths off while playing an online card game. Flashing toy guns and a sparking device that they claimed was a bomb, the boys bragged about causing mayhem at their school the next day.

Kids online reported the matter to police, the FBI got involved, school was closed for a day, charges were filed and the kids were thrown in the slammer.

But when folks took a deep breath and looked at the facts, they realized there was no real cause for alarm. Prosecutors let the kids out of jail and eventually reduced charges to simple disorderly conduct. A judge agreed that they never really posed any threat, and sentenced the 15-year-olds to supervision and community service.

School board members, however, adhered to their zero-tolerance line, refusing to reconsider the expulsions.

Going back to that AP story, the critical words in the passage are "blindly and rigidly."

The school board essentially handed the two students life sentences for misdemeanor infractions. And members blindly and rigidly adhered to those sentences even when it became clear there never was a threat.

It's too late for these two boys. Their families say they're unlikely to push the district to reconsider the expulsions, and it's hard to blame them.

But school board members might want to look to Texas -- yes, Texas, which puts to death more inmates than almost all other states combined -- for a lesson in punishment that fits the crime.

In 2005, Texas decided that schools can consider students' intent and other mitigating factors before punishing them for offenses other than those involving guns.

Today, Texas Rep. Rob Eissler wants to make it mandatory that all such factors are weighed.

"If we get intent into part of the code, I think we'll be in good shape," he said.

And Texas is just one of many that are retreating from hard-line, zero-tolerance stands that haven't proven to make schools any safer.

Intent is the foundation of the American philosophy of justice. It also should be the foundation of future school board disciplinary decisions. - Wausau Daily Herald

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Sergeant siblings would vote to “pull the plug” CAMP TAJI, Iraq—They are sergeant siblings serving in the U.S. Army with the 1157th Transportation Company.

But if they were U.S. senators, they said Wayne they would vote to immediately pull Anderson the plug on funding the war and send the troops home.

Dustin Louden, 28, and Nichelle Louden, 33, of Oshkosh, serve together honorably at a forward operating base in Iraq. Back home, he talked her into joining the Wisconsin National Guard for the good college benefits it provides.

Now this close sister-and-brother team, who came to Iraq together, sees little hope for this sectarian, war-torn country.

“I don’t think the Iraqis will ever be able to take it over, to run this country the way it should be run,” said Nichelle.

“They want us here because we do everything for them. So of course they want us here. They don’t have to do anything.”

Her brother agrees in part, but hangs on to a thin thread of optimism suspended above a very complex situation.

“I think we’re doing good for the local populace,” said Dustin. “But there’s so many different religious groups… the government isn’t stable enough, because there’s so many feuding groups.”

It’s a difficult situation to assess, especially from afar and without any interaction with the local people.

“It’s hard to tell about the people, because we don’t get to interact with them,” said Dustin.”

That was not the case in his last assignment before coming to Iraq.

“I did a deployment in Afghanistan,” Dustin said. “And I actually got to go off the base a lot and interact with the local people.”

Being able to mingle and interact with the local people in Afghanistan allowed him to better see and understand the situation there. It’s quite different here in Iraq.

“It’s hard to give a general description of the people here, because you don’t get a daily one-on-one with them,” Dustin said.

But with these limitations and inabilities to interact as much as he would like, his sense over the last 10 months of

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Siblings Nichele and Dustin Louden of 1157th Transportation Company in Iraq. - Photo by Wayne M. Anderson service is that some good is being done in Iraq.

“It seems like the majority of the population wants us here,” said Dustin. “We’re doing a good thing here.”

And upon reflection, his older sister concedes there may be some hope, even a thin hope, in this delicate situation.

“Well, maybe,” said Nichelle. “But it’s going to be a long, drawn-out process.” A resolution “won’t be a year or two from now—it will be a long time.”

And if and when stability finds its way to Iraq, she wants to know the ultimate cost for people like her, and her young brother.

“How many soldiers are going to lose their lives?”

Timetable Posted June 18 CAMP TAJI, Iraq—Two more years in Iraq.

That is the timetable given by a high-ranking Iraqi commander of when American forces can reasonably leave Iraq.

“We can say two years, and the Iraqi Army will be able to depend on itself,” said Col. Eaad Abdulmahdi, commander of Iraq’s 6th Motor Transportation Regiment in Taji.

“If we get provided with all the equipment and weapons we need so we can face the terrorism and defeat them and to be able to establish the units and have all the equipments

See Notes from Iraq, back page

Fo l l o w t h e L e a d e r.

Letters t o t h e e d i t o r Abolish the Electoral College vote In the year 2000, Al Gore Jr. won the majority vote for president of the United States by over 500,000 votes; but George W. Bush became the 43rd president of the United States!

How did this happen, you might ask?

The Electoral College selects the president and vice president. Every other public official in the nation is chosen by the majority or popular vote, but not the two highest offices in the United States!

We, the voters, are encouraged to go out and cast our vote for the presidency. The media covers political conventions, debates and campaign issues for the public and encourages us to make sure our votes count! The polls record the popular vote, but the electors in your state have the real vote!

A presidential candidate must receive 270 of 538 Electoral College votes to win the presidential election. If there is a tie, the House of Representatives selects the president.

Again, the popular vote is overlooked.

The Electoral College is comprised of

electors equal to the number of senators in each state (always two) plus the number of U.S. Representatives in a state. Each state is free to choose its candidates for the Electoral College.

Each state has its own process for determining their electors. In most states that have primary elections, elector’s names are added to ballots for each presidential candidate; however, it is not required. Some states never list their chosen candidates. In 48 states, a vote for a particular party’s candidate in a primary election is a vote for their electors. (It is known as a winner-takeall process.)

Members of the Electoral College are the people who actually elect the president. They can be regular people, they can be elected state officials or they can even be personal friends of a presidential candidate; but they can not be a member of the House or Senate, a highranking official in a trust or profit position, or a person who participated in a rebellion against the United States.

These are the only restrictions placed on an elector.

The popular vote is held in November of an election year; the electors cast their votes for president in December. Electors are expected to

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vote for the candidate who received the popular vote in their state.

However, no federal law requires an elector to follow the popular vote in their states and some have been known to vote for the other candidate.

Electoral College votes are not counted until January 6, two weeks before the presidential inauguration. Until the votes of the Electoral College have been counted, we cannot be certain who will be president. The majority does not always rule and every vote is not equal.

The Electoral College should be abolished! The Electoral College supports a two-party system and third-party candidates do not have an equal chance to win an election. The Electoral College is no longer needed, it is outdated for the 21st century, and it gives more power to a few people. (270 to be exact!) Some states have more electors than other states and candidates concentrate on their voters.

When the framers of the Constitution had to decide how to choose a president, they had several options. They rejected having Congress or the state legislators select the president. A direct popular vote, by the people, was also

See Letters, next page

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Assembly District Sportsmen’s Day at the Capitol Last week I attended Sportsmen’s Day at the Capitol, which was sponsored by the Wisconsin Bear Hunters’ Assoc, the six Wisconsin chapters of the Safari Club International, the National Wild Turkey Federation, the National Rifle Association, the United States Sportsmen’s Alliance and Sporting Heritage, Inc. These groups have joined together Ann and formed one for Hraychuck organization hunters’ rights called Wisconsin Hunters’ Rights Coalition (WHRC).

Sportsmen and women were invited from all across Wisconsin to come to the capitol to discuss hunters’ rights issues for the 2007 session and then meet with legislators. Representing northern Wisconsin were my husband, Dave Hraychuck, president of the Polk County Sportsmen’s Club and a member of Conservation Congress, and Rob Stafsholt, of New Richmond, who is a member of the board of directors for the Wisconsin Bear Hunters’ Association.

At this meeting, there were three 2007 session issues that were identified. They were land access, apprenticed hunting and wolf delisting. I will give you a brief description of each of these issues.

Land access - WHRC supports open more land to public hunting and supports the budget proposal to require land purchases from managed farm land funds to be open to all hunting. They support stewardship reauthorization contingent upon all suitable lands being open to hunting, fishing and trapping.

Apprenticed hunting - WHRC supports all efforts to bring more hunters into the woods; young people especially need to be encouraged to enjoy Wisconsin’s outdoor heritage. They support legislation that would allow apprenticed hunters to hunt with a mentor as long as they are within arm’s length of the mentor and there is only one gun between them.

Wolf delisting - WHRC supports the U.S. Fish and Wildlife’s decision to remove Wisconsin’s wolf pack from the endangered species list. Delisting gives back to our state the right to control our wolves. Wisconsin’s management plan is the nation’s best and has worked to dramatically increase the number of wolves in this state. They believe that now is the time to allow the plan to work so that wolves can peacefully coexist with Wisconsin’s sportsmen, farmers and homeowners.

For further information regarding these issues, or to voice your opinion regarding these issues, please contact me at 888-529-0028, or by e-mail at rep.hraychuck@legis.wi.gov. I look forward to hearing you.

E-mail preferred The Leader welcomes submitted letters, photos and articles each week and encourages everyone to submit them via e-mail, if possible, rather than typed or hand-written copy. Our e-mail address is the-leader@centurytel.net.

Thank you.

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rejected. The founders alleged that the people were not “educated” or “knowledgeable” enough about candidates to make a good choice. They feared it would be a vote for a candidate from the largest state.

Today, we are educated and we can decide for ourselves who we want to run the country. Some of us are being discouraged from going to the polls and casting our votes because we know the Electoral College casts the final vote, the vote that counts! (Four presidential candidates receiving the majority vote did not reach the presidency.)

Let’s stop the propaganda that our votes count!

Support legislation to amend the Constitution and eliminate the Electoral College vote. Write to and telephone your popular vote-elected state representatives. Make them work for you! Amending the Constitution is not an easy task. It requires two-thirds majorities in both houses and threefourths of the legislators of the states.

Make a difference, and make your vote count! Do not leave the selection of president and vice president to 270 people!

LaVonne Crowe Danbury

Pandering I see Mark Pettis is gearing up to run again, pandering to the antitax crowd on gasoline taxes. Of course he is not telling you what tax he is going to increase to finance highway construction as an alternative to current reliance on that tax.

Reducing gasoline taxes would certainly not help us get off our addiction to oil but rather encourage that addiction, with all it’s ramifications of increased reliance on access to Mideast oil. It would be far better to permit the deduction of gas expenditures from taxable income for travel beyond a certain distance to and from work for those who are so heavily impacted by gasoline prices.

If we had sharply increased gasoline taxes in response to the initial imposition of monopoly pricing of oil by OPEC in 1974 we would have that money here for investment in alterna-

tive energy sources rather than sending it to Mideast oil producers.

Eiler Ravnholt Luck

Pandering Wisconsin is not far from Saudi Arabia in our treatment of women!

One local woman’s last hope of safety was a restraining order against her abusive, threatening ex-boyfriend. Her request was denied, so now her safety and her family’s are in great danger from the anger and threats of this man.

Is it any wonder the news and newspapers are full of actions by these outof-control persons? It shows that even in Wisconsin, women are supposed to be under the control and abuse of “the man.”

If harm comes to my granddaughter, I personally will hold the judge responsible.

Marliss Mustonen Siren

Dairy breakfast I want to take this opportunity to thank everyone who helped make the annual dairy breakfast happen.

This annual event takes many hours of work to plan, organize and set up.

Thank you is in order to this year’s host Grant and Mary Burdick and family.

The work done by many volunteers starting very early in the morning and the work done by the host farm family shows the commitment to keep this rural event successful.

I would like to name the many people who put hour after hour in year after year, but there are too many to mention, and knowing each one of them they work at this event not to get accolades but to ensure its success.

If you have never taken in a dairy breakfast, please plan on bringing the family to the next one, it is a great time to enjoy a great breakfast and to visit with friends and neighbors.

Mark Pettis Hertel

Parents grateful June 17, 2007, is a day we will never forget. It was the worst Father’s Day I have ever had but with the greatest gift any father could ask for. On that day our 8-year-old autistic daughter snuck out of the house. She went on a long hike down the road across the river, deep into the woods, and was found in the middle of a pond. Thankfully she only had a few scrapes and a lot of ticks.

It is with profound gratitude that we thank everyone that was involved in the return of Chelsea to her home. We are still in shock at the vast effort put forth by so many people in such a short amount of time. You hear the word community from time to time but my wife and I as parents of a special-needs child got to see firsthand what that really means.

A call made to the Burnett County Sheriff’s Department sent them to our home in a very short time, and before we knew it, police, fire departments, DNR and a search dog along with a great many people showed up at our home. All selflessly put forth the effort needed to find our daughter.

It was during this time that I learned that the county has a system in place that is a simple but very effective idea.

This system places a phone call to all the houses in the area, alerting them of a missing child with a name, a description and asking for any assistance.

They informed me that the area can be shifted and expanded to fit the needs of the search. It was a very intricate part of getting the manpower needed to conduct the search.

Words alone cannot express the thanks and gratitude we feel for everyone that was involved. The calls of concern, the prayers, and the all-out effort to find our daughter will never be forgotten. Thank you!

God bless all of you!

Eric and Kristy Brown Siren

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A better world, one stitch at a time

Local grad publishes book; schedules local appearances

by Gary King LUCK – Betty Christiansen, a 1987 graduate of Luck High School, hopes to help knitters make their hobby a little more gratifying and meaningful with her book “Knitting for Peace. Making the World a Better Place, One Stitch at a Time.”

“The book is about mostly something called charity knitting,” Christiansen said in a phone interview this week. “Knitting for others in need - maybe someone at a domestic or homeless shelter or somebody across the planet.”

It may be making a bear for AIDS orphans in South Africa or Russia - or for charities in the United States, she noted.

There are organizations that colChristiansen lect and distribute the goods that knitters produce - groups like Afghans for Afghans, the Mother Bear Project and Warm Up America among others.

Christiansen’s book helps provides the information to link up with those groups - and provides patterns from the groups to help knitters get started.

“Anyone interested will have a project right there in the book that they can begin with,” she sais.

The book also contains stories, generally about ways knitting is helping people.

The idea for her book, published in the fall of 2006 by Stewart, Tabori & Chang, came through her involvement in freelance editing for knitting magazines.

“Several years ago I went to graduate school in New York and I met the editor of a very well-known knitting magazine - Vogue Knitting – and began doing some freelance work – editing their magazine,” Christiansen said. “The stories I found most interesting were the ones about charity groups – people finding unique ways to use knitting to help others.”

“I realized that nobody had ever written about this - out of all the knitting books out there.”

Christiansen has an MFA in nonfiction writing from Sarah Lawrence College and has written articles on knitting for peace and other subjects for many publications, including Interweave Knits, Vogue Knitting, and Family Circle Easy Knitting magazines and the books For the Love of Knitting and Knitting Yarns and Spinning Tales (Voyageur), and KnitLit, Too (Three Rivers Press). She also collaborated on Handknit Holidays (Stewart, Tabori & Chang). She lives in La Crosse with her husband, Andrew, and their son, Eliot.

She is the daughter of Selma and James Christiansen of Luck.

Betty will be at two events in this area in the coming weeks. The first appearance will be at the Milltown Public Library on Saturday, June 30, at 1 p.m. She’ll be doing a reading there and anyone interested may come and bring a project to work on while listening to stories about the book.

The second appearance will be at the West Denmark Hall in Luck on Monday, July 2, at 3:30 p.m. That appearance will coincide with the annual Family Camp.

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A groundbreaking was held this past weekend at Oak Forest Center. - Photo

Oak Forest Center/ from page 1 property, Oak Forest Center is an affiliate of Camp Forest Springs, a nondenominational year-round Christian camp founded in 1958 near Medford. The 19,000square-foot lodge at Oak Forest Center overlooks a small lake and wooded hills.

It opened for day use last fall, with dining space for 150 people as well as a number of meeting rooms. A multipurpose room that can be used for a gymnasium or a 200-seat auditorium is nearing completion.

Located on 80 acres in the midst of the Straight Lake State Park and Wildlife Area, the property has access to miles of trails including the Ice Age Trail. A large outdoor recreation area, suitable for soccer, Ultimate Frisbee and other sports, is near the lodge.

Speaking to a group of about 75 people at the June 10 event, Dick Angelo, president of Camp Forest Springs, said that more than 10 years ago the camp began looking for property near a metropolitan area on which to develop an adult-oriented retreat center.

“As we evaluated the state of Wisconsin and the upper Midwest,” he said, “there seemed to be a lack of adult retreat facilities. We began looking in the greater Chicago, Milwaukee, Rockford area.”

Meanwhile, Youth With a Mission had acquired the former Cragwood property and used it as a training center, upgrading the septic system and roof. In 1996, Youth With a Mission consolidated its training to Hawaii, and put the property by Frederic up for sale.

Later that year, said Angelo, a former Camp Forest Springs staff person from Progress Land Company Foundation of Prior Lake contacted Camp Forest Springs to say that the property was for sale.

As the camp board discussed the opportunity, the former staff member called to say he had purchased the property and wanted to donate it to the camp.

In the 10 years since then, work at Oak Forest Center has focused on clearing a driveway, constructing a machine shop, repairing and renovating the lodge, opening for day use last September.

With the construction of housing now at hand, the camp will be able to utilize overnight and extended retreat opportunities.

“The desire of the staff, leadership, and board of Camp Forest Springs is to expand its ministry to the western part of Wisconsin,” said Tim Otte, site manager at Oak Forest Center. “My hope is that we would be used by churches and other organizations to give them a place to get away and relax, and to focus on the important relationships that are key to their lives.”

Frederic pastor Greg Lund, who gave a prayer of dedication at the groundbreaking, put it another way, saying that the thing the camp is most interested in is building lives.

And Dick Angelo told the crowd, “Our desire is to glorify the Lord in what we do.” - Mary Stirrat

Deputies thought man was armed RUSK COUNTY - The two Rusk County deputies who shot and killed ValJoe Strong on the night of May 28 told Chippewa deputies they thought the rural Ladysmith man was armed.

“Investigators were advised that the two officers believed Strong possessed a weapon, and that after numerous commands to surrender, he then turned toward the two officers in a manner which led the officers to believe he was armed. Strong was then fired on and sustained mortal wounds,” Chippewa County Sheriff James Kowalczyk said.

Strong was not armed, and a search of his vehicle later turned up no weapon, the sheriff reported. He identified the two patrol deputies involved in the incident as Peter A. Jones, who has eight years with the Rusk County Sheriff’s Department, and Mark J. Ohmstead, who has been a Rusk County deputy for a year and has six years of law enforcement experience.

Rusk County Sheriff David Kaminski has said the two officers are now working on “administrative duty” in the office. The Chippewa County Sheriff’s Department dispatched deputies at 9:55 p.m. on May 28 to the parking lot of the Arnold Bar in Ruby Township, Chippewa County, after the shooting.

Strong’s vehicle had crashed there. A woman who lives in a residence connected to the bar told reporters she had heard the officers yelling and pleading with Strong to show his hands before she heard gunshots. Sheriff Kowalczyk said he believed there was no evidence to suggest the deputies acted in any way but self-defense. He said his department’s investigation is nearly done, and a report will go to the Chippewa County District Attorney’s Office for review. The sheriff said it would be the district attorney’s responsibility to determine if the shooting was justified or not. Chippewa County Coroner Kay Gerritts reportedly has said Strong was shot four times and died from gunshot wounds. She declined to say where Strong was hit.

The final written autopsy report had not been sent to the Chippewa County Sheriff. The incident began on Memorial Day when Strong’s estranged wife, Ann, told Rusk County authorities he had threatened to burn a house they had been renovating. Later a garage where building supplies were stored was set ablaze, and investigating officers pursued Strong’s vehicle. An account has been opened at Ladysmith Federal Savings and Loan called the Strong Children’s Home Rebuilding Fund. Ann is trying to finish work on the Strong’s Ambrose Road home for herself and two small children, according to her mother, who said cash donations as well as donations of labor time would be gratefully appreciated. Ann can be contacted at 532-9777. – Barron News-Shield Tony Depot robbed LADYSMITH - A clerk at Tony Depot was taken to Rusk County Memorial Hospital by ambulance for treatment of cuts, bruises and lacerations after she was reportedly choked, hit, kicked and stomped on by a robber late Sunday evening. A “hulking man” wearing a yellow or orange ski mask held the clerk down and bound and gagged her with duct tape,” according to store manager Erin Webster, who reported the battery/robbery about 10 p.m. “All she could think was ‘They’re trying to kill me,’” said Webster, noting the attack took place at the back of the store instead of the counter where the clerk could have told the man to take the money and go. Alone at the convenience store at closing time, the victim

was in the back filling a mop bucket when a man rushed at her. She described the assailant, who was apparently not armed, as having curly light brown hair and said he was wearing glasses. “It took her four or five minutes to get free, and then she called me at home,” said Webster, who said she immediately called 911. Authorities interviewed the clerk after she was treated at the hospital and concluded at least two suspects were involved and an undisclosed amount of cash was taken. Webster said there was some blood at the scene, indicating one of the robbers may have been hurt in struggling with the clerk. No vehicle was seen, according to authorities, who were continuing their investigation.

The case is outwardly similar to a robbery at the 12-Mile Convenience Store on Wisconsin 27, rural Conrath, on May 6. In that incident, deputies said a female clerk reportedly was tied up with duct tape by a male suspect. She told deputies he took cash and some merchandise. No weapon was seen, but the suspect implied he had one, according to the clerk, who did not seek hospitalization. The dispatch log indicated that crime was reported at 9:18 p.m. on May 6. – Ladysmith News Not all is ducky at lakeshore RICE LAKE – Duck doo is destroying the quality of the lakeshore, and the city plans to do something about it. At the Tuesday, June 12, regular city council meeting, the council decided to look into what can be done about duck dung while drafting an ordinance forbidding people from feeding the ducks.

Citizens John Pelto and Bill Appleyard brought the matter to the council.

“We’ve got a big problem with our friendly ducks and geese. We’ve got to get people to quit feeding the ducks and feeding the geese,” said Pelto, who lives near the lakeshore. Pelto said families can’t enjoy the lakeshore or have a picnic because of the duck dung.

Appleyard, who was involved in building the Veterans Memorial on the lakeshore, had the same concern. He said he wouldn’t go into the lake because of the water quality. “The nutrients that the ducks and geese add to the water certainly doesn’t help,” he said. “People do not walk the lakeshore. As nice as it looks, it’s not an area you’d want to walk through,” he said. “When little kids with parents come to the lakeshore to feed the ducks they don’t mean harm,” he said. But feeding the ducks increases their survival, and offspring, with the new ducks returning to Rice Lake and having broods of their own, which also return to the lake. Appleyard said that he’s watched children feed the ducklings and has feared that a protective goose may attack someone. He said a posted statute would eliminate the city’s liability if someone was hurt. The council briefly discussed an ordinance forbidding feeding wildlife in the city, but Councilman Mike Diercks noted that such an ordinance would also outlaw backyard bird feeders. The council opted to have the park department director research the problems while the city attorney drafts an ordinance forbidding the feeding of fowl. – Rice Lake Chronotype LCO amendment fails HAYWARD - A proposed amendment to the Lac Courte Oreilles Tribal Constitution, which would have established a primary election system for tribal governing board members, failed in a Bureau of Indian Affairs secretarial election on Saturday, June 2. The measure failed because the required turnout of 30 percent or more of eligible voters

was not attained. A total of 254 people voted, while the number entitled to cast ballots was 918, according to Diane K. Rosen, chairwoman of the election board. Of those who voted, an overwhelming number, 233, voted in favor of the proposed amendment. The other 21 voted against it. The secretarial election was conducted at the tribal administration building. Voters had to be preregistered. If passed, the amendment would have established a primary election for tribal governing board elections starting in 2009. – Sawyer County Record

Council action cancels sparkler display PINE CITY, Minn. - A sparkler display that its creator hoped would set a Guinness record and bring people to Pine City’s downtown has been nixed by the city council, which had approved the display last month. The council voted at its May meeting to allow Jane Leverenz, owner of Froggy’s Bar and Grill, to set up and light the display in Robinson Park on July 4. She planned to use 1 million sparklers to create the word, peace. Fire Chief Mark DuCharme was to work with Leverenz to determine the setbacks needed for spectators and parked cars, and 5th St. was to be closed to traffic from 6 p.m. to midnight. At its June 6 meeting, the council rescinded its approval on the advice of DuCharme and interim city administrator Bob Shellum. They said the display could not be done safely.

“I’ve talked to Jane on a couple of occasions,” DuCharme told the council last week. “Her description, it’s grown. The sparklers have decreased from 1 million to 100,000, but the display would include a world globe as well as a peace sign. “In researching it, I’m not able to get the proper setbacks for this.”

Sparklers, DuCharme said, are safe to use individually if they are six inches apart, but 100,000 of them at that distance apart would stretch for 10 miles.

He added that when they are bundled, sparklers “become unpredictable because of the heat. They will actually flash. People do this and create very loud explosions.” He showed the council members a YouTube video of two men lighting a bundle of 750 sparklers, which resulted in a tower of flames.

“Froggy’s has not sufficiently supplied information that this can be undertaken without risk to persons, property or things,” DuCharme said. Council member Mark Nisley asked if Leverenz intended to put the sparklers in bunches in her display. “One hundred to 200 in a bunch is what she’s thinking,” he replied, adding that she planned to use Durorock board and stuff the bunches into it. “I think Froggy’s Jane is very concerned about public safety,” DuCharme said. “She does understand that she’s not quite sure how everything will happen. I can certainly understand her intent of using this to promote the city and the downtown businesses. Unfortunately, we have not been able to get solid documentation of what’s going to happen.” He added that the display could be done legally on private property. “It is the staff recommendation,” interim administrator Shellum said, “that this not take place in the park, on a public street in the city.” Mayor Jane Robbins made the motion to rescind the council’s May action approving the display. Council member Paul Miller said the reason the motion was made last month was to give Leverenz and city staff the opportunity to do research on the display.

The vote that stopped the display was unanimous. Leverenz was not at the council meeting. – Pine City Pioneer

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SCF on board with 4-year-old kindergarten 3-2 vote to approve for 2008-09

by Tammi Milberg ST. CROIX FALLS–St. Croix Falls is the last district in the area to approve 4year-old kindergarten after a vote to approve it passed by a narrow 3-2 margin Tuesday, June 19, at the regular board meeting.

Two board members stated their adamant support and two stated their adamant disapproval while one member was relatively silent until the roll call vote.

The vote was for the approval of 4year-old kindergarten for the 2008-2009 school year. The board members in favor based their arguments on providing educational opportunities for children who would not otherwise have them because they can’t afford preschool, and because they felt it was a necessary program to have in order to compete with other districts when it comes to open enrollment.

Mona Schmidt and Max Fehrenbacher stated their opinions on the issue reflecting those two main points.

Schmidt added that the program is optional, parents who don’t want to

send their children do not have to, but she wanted the option there for those parents who did want access to 4-yearold kindergarten.

Arguments by Bruce Paulsen and Ken Stensven were that there is not enough known about the real benefits. There needs to be more of a basis than just keeping kids in the district to even consider implementing the program.

Paulsen stated that in the community survey, no one wanted it. The survey was not of parents of 4-year-old children, but of the taxpayer base for the district. Paulsen quoted the survey numbers of 77 saying they wanted it and 95 saying they did not.

Paulsen stated the only benefit to having the program is a financial one because the state is helping with funding. “You dangle a carrot in front of a superintendent and they’ll go for it every time. Where is this money tree in Madison? Who do they think gives the money to Madison to help pay for it?”

Paulsen posed. “Where does it stop?

They’ll be telling us we need to have it for 3-year-olds pretty soon. The state does something and we are like chameleons or lemmings and we just do it.”

After reading aloud from several arti-

cles, Paulsen said the real issue is money because he has not seen proof of actual benefit educationally.

Schmidt disagreed stating the benefit is providing children who do not have access to good preschool learning the chance to get ready for kindergarten.

She said the teachers for kindergarten even with SAGE in place at 15 students to one teacher have a disparity in learning levels of 5-year-olds entering kindergarten from the ones who can read and the ones who have never seen a book before. “Where is the teacher then going to spend most of her time?” she asked. “I want it for our kids because I think they need this.”

Schmidt made a motion to approve the 2008-2009 4-year-old kindergarten.

Fehrenbacher who commented most people know he is in favor of the program, and no one has argued against it, seconded the motion. A roll call vote turned up two opposing votes from Stensven and Paulsen. The motion carried when Steve Bont cast the final roll call vote in favor with Schmidt and Fehrenbacher.

The program overview is four or five days a week at two-and-three-quarter hours per day. Some students would attend in the morning and different stu-

dents would attend in the afternoon. busing the children was a concern brought up and it was noted that there would likely be two buses, a north route, and a south route and that kids would be bussed around noon, either to or from the program. Schmidt noted that they don’t know how it’s going to work, but they want to work with community members and get some ideas in place. Before there was a vote to approve it, she said it made no sense to plan it out if there was not an indication it would be approved.

One district resident, Julie Ward, was present during the discussion and prior to the vote. She indicated her opposition to the program as well indicating that the government introduces programs that create tax burdens and then creates more programs to fix the burdened families, but it requires increasing the taxes again. She said it is a vicious circle that people get caught in, and that just because it is not mandatory now for children to attend, it is a “slippery slope” because it would not take much for government to make it so.

More information on how St. Croix Falls plans on developing the program will be coming as the district gears up for the 2008-2009 implementation.

Commission pervious to storm water management

by Tammi Milberg ST. CROIX FALLS–The St. Croix Falls planning commission had an informational slide show presentation on pervious concrete as a solution to storm water management at the June 18 meeting.

The thorough, one-hour presentation

by John Lee, Cemstone Concrete, explained how pervious concrete allows water to penetrate through concrete surfaces and absorb into the ground. This alleviates storm water runoff that occurs on regular concrete surfaces that are not permeable.

Lee explained that pervious concrete is ideal for small sites or developable areas with land restrictions and also recharges the aquifer. Other benefits include promoting tree growth, being better for the environment, reducing the heat island effect, treating pollution by reducing the first flush, being an eligible LEED credit, and it is recommended as the best management practice by the Environmental Protection Agency.

It can be painted or stained colors to enhance the design, and if done right, will be less likely to develop pop-outs after installation.

Some things not known about the product is how durable and long lasting it is in this area with the freeze-thaw factor. Lee showed slides of examples in Minneapolis, Minn., with pervious concrete and noted that with certain installations the pervious concrete performed well, and other installations did not.

The best aggregate to use with pervious concrete is called Falkstone and there is no sand in the concrete. The installation includes perforated pipes in the recharge bed, which is intended for areas that have clay or other soils below the concrete installation area that may not soak up the water that infiltrates through the pervious concrete. The perforated pipes then run the water to an outlet for proper drainage.

“Success depends on selection of materials, design, pavement, concrete mix, installation, and maintenance,”

said Lee. “By maintenance it means ways to clear the pavement clogs from silt without damaging the surface or not clearing the silt away resulting in a failure of the concrete.”

He said the more compacted the material is, the stronger it will be and its flexural strength will also determine how it will hold up with the freeze-thaw factors. One example of where pervious concrete can be seen is Edgewater Park in Minneapolis, Minn. Lee showed a slide of this project to the commission.

In this use, the concrete is stained blue to look like a river flowing into the walking path. This was done in 2006.

The installation of this concrete is similar to installing geo-textile material, Lee explained. He said that it gets installed set up in lanes, the truck has to be close to the site as material is poured in, it gets rolled and compacted, a cross roller removes imperfections, lines are cut in for sections with a rolling cutter. Then it is cured with a plastic sheet and has periodic water applications. It remains

in place for seven days to cure.

The commission did not take any action on the informational presentation, but it is part of their commitment to exploring renewable energy design guidelines for the city. The commission also looked over a revised draft of Renewable Energy Building Standards, which promotes green building, and energy conserving development and material uses in construction.

•Another item discussed by the commission was to revise the city code regarding outdoor swimming pools, that fencing and permits are only required for permanent belowground pools, and not the little kiddie pools or hot tubs that can be covered, etc.

•The commission had an update that the DOT is considering adding a right turn bay for Menards so people coming from Hwy. 8 can better and safely access 208 Street when the stoplight is green.

Signage in that area being addressed with the DOT to help with traffic patterns as well.

City to bury time capsule in sculpture ST. CROIX FALLS–The city of St. Croix Falls announced it will be burying a time capsule in the base of the River Spirit sculpture at the city Overlook Deck.

The River Spirit sculpture, a work of art by local artist Juliann Stage, was commissioned by the city utilizing nontax dollars secured from the Menards development. Proceeds of the sale of replica sculptures will go into a revolving fund to support other art activities.

The sculpture will be unveiled to the public on Friday, July 20, as part of the Wannigan Days Celebration.

The sculpture will sit atop a concrete base. City council members visited the site on Monday, June 11, and came up with the idea to place a time capsule.

City clerk Bonita Leggitt is collecting material from various civic organizations to be placed inside the base of the statue. It is anticipated that in 100 years or so the statue will need to be re-

bronzed or touched up. At this time community leaders can open the time capsule.

“Parents can even work with their children on neat things to place inside the base of the statue. Folks can place small mementos inside the base. It just seems like a nice way to capture and immortalize the spirit of our community, “ said Brad Foss, mayor of St. Croix Falls. “I encourage everyone to attend the statue unveiling on July 20 and see the wonderful riverwalk extension and improvements that have been made to the city Overlook Deck.”

The city has also undertaken Overlook Deck improvements that include a riverfront trail linkage to the National Park Service Headquarters and Visitors Center and site improvements in preparation of the placement of the River Spirit sculpture. These improvements are also being undertaken with nontax dollars as part of an ear-

lier powerline settlement agreement with Xcel Energy.

According to artist Juliann Stage, “The River Spirit sculpture, to me, expresses the specialness that is our location along the wild and scenic St. Croix Riverway. She is rising up out of the river to symbolize the interconnectedness of the river to the birth of St. Croix Falls. The eagle on her shoulder, ready to fly off into the heavens, speaks to that spirit within us that seeks for better and greater things, that sort of longing to soar to greater heights. Her face, unintentionally, turned out to have a Native American appearance, and with her rising up out from the water it symbolizes the interconnectedness of earth and sky, or our physical being with the spiritual.”

“Juliann has created a masterpiece and has provided a real gift to the community. It is really a wonderful story.

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thing like this could be created without utilizing taxpayer dollars. I must send out a thank-you to Iver Kammerud, Darrell Anderson, Steve Swanson and others who originally came up with and supported the idea to commission the sculpture with Menards dollars. Also, a big thanks to former councilperson Deb Points who originated the idea to sell replicas of the sculpture to raise funds for future art projects. And, of course, a bow of gratitude to Warren White, who originally came up with the idea of a riverwalk over 20 years ago. It is a great story that needs to be told. It is a great piece of work that needs to be celebrated,” stated Ed Emerson, city administrator.

Anyone interested in placing materials inside the time capsule should contact Bonita Leggitt, city clerk, at 715-4833929. Sizes can be ordered for purchase by calling city hall at 715-483-3929.–submitted

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Webster schools hire 21st century coordinator

by Carl Heidel WEBSTER - With monies from a 21stcentury grant now in place, the board of education of the Webster schools hired Lynn Stubbe as the 21st Century Community Learning Center Coordinator at its Monday evening meeting.

Under the terms of the grant, the schools are to provide an average of 10 hours a week of additional instruction at the end of the regular school day in an informal atmosphere. The coordina-

tor is needed to bring together the various elements of the program.

Jim Erickson, superintendent of schools in Webster, said that in addition to meeting the students’ educational needs, the coordinator will also have to manage other tasks such as arranging transportation for field trips, providing snacks and connecting with the community at large.

Stubbe brings a variety of skills to the position. She knows the school as a parent and as a substitute teacher, she has a

degree in recreation management, and she plans to operate the program with a play-to-learn philosophy.

In other business the board: • approved a financial audit contract with Stotz and Company of Grantsburg; • approved creation of a Lego League financial account; • accepted the resignation of Jeffrey Ritger as elementary teacher; • approved contracts with Aaron Morrill (junior high school assistant

softball coach), Vanessa Gabrielson (second-grade teacher), Matt Main (junior high school baseball coach), Jan Olson (one year contract as first-grade teacher), and Joan Grindell (aide in the new 4-year-old kindergarten); • and approved the technology coordinator job description, the blogging policy and the guidelines for seclusion and restraint.

Grantsburg schools switch to new insurance carrier

Move aims to control health insurance costs

by Carl Heidel GRANTSBURG - In an effort to cope with rising health insurance costs, the Grantsburg Schools Board of Education Monday evening approved a bid from Wisconsin Physicians Service, a Wisconsin nonprofit insurance firm, to provide health and dental insurance for the districts’ teachers, administrators and support staff. The contracts for life and long-term disability insurance will remain with the Wisconsin Education Association insurance program.

The move, which could save the schools as much as $200,000 annually in insurance costs, comes after a lengthy contract negotiation between the board and school personnel in which insurance benefits proved to be a major issue separating the two sides. The change in carriers will affect the insurance coverage beginning with the 2007-2008 contract period.

Of critical importance to the board in consideration of moving to the WPS was the question of whether the coverage of the new carrier was equivalent to the coverage under the WEA program.

During the board discussion of the two programs, the question asked repeated-

ly was “Is this a comparison of apples to apples?”

According to Superintendent Joni Burgin, the schools’ health insurance task force had met with Doug Willert, an independent insurance consultant from Bremer Bank in Amery, and Kerri Zastrow, a WPS representative, to answer the question of equivalency.

Burgin noted that under contractual requirements the district may select the insurance carrier, but coverage and benefits must be equal to or better than those provided in the previous contract year.

Willert told the board that the WPS bid is equivalent to the WEA insurance.

Zastrow also assured the board that WPS would work with the schools and their personnel to make sure that no coverages are lost, and that WPS would send representatives on a frequent and regular basis to help with questions and problems that might arise.

Burgin also said that there would be no changes to existing benefits if the board chose to go with WPS. She said if that changes were to be made to the benefit policy, they would need to come through contract negotiations this coming year.

Keith Lehne and Dan Bell, two of the teachers who were part of the task force

Nursing home board may start change process County board extends cap on deficit

by Gregg Westigard BALSAM LAKE – The governing board of Golden Age Manor, the Polk County-owned nursing home in Amery, may approve the next step in it process to reduce the operating deficit at the home when it meets Friday, June 29, in Amery.

The GAM board will consider a resolution that would authorize Ecumen, a consulting firm hired by the board, to monitor the implementation to assure that recommendations presented in December are carried out. The action, postponed by the board in March, comes after the county board renewed its directive to eliminate the GAM operating deficit for 2007.

Ecumen had reported to the GAM board that “the leadership of Golden Age Manor was not entirely supportive of the process” of making the recommended changes and asked the board if it wanted Ecumen to proceed with the next step, which in effect would put the recommendations in place. The GAM board approved a three-month delay in starting this phase 3, giving GAM staff and Ecumen more time to work things out. That delay was approved by a three-to-two vote, with board members Gary Bergstrom, Wayne Tomfohrde, and Eugene Sollman supporting the extra time, while Art Gamache and Rodney Littlefield voted no.

The county board action Tuesday

night to limit the 2007 GAM deficit to the depreciation expense was a renewal of a similar operating loss cap approved in November 2005 to cover losses for 2006. The vote total Tuesday was the same as the 2005 vote, with 14 board members backing the spending cap and 9 opposed. Only 11 of the 23 county board members were on the board in 2005 and took part in the previous vote.

Of those 11, six members voted for the limit each time, including Robert Blake, Carl Holmgren, Rodney Littlefield, Larry Jepsen, Kim O’Connell and Gary Bergstrom. Four were opposed each Hughes, Gerald time, William Newville, Mick Larsen, and Tom Nilssen. Keith Radiske was the sole board member who changed his vote, opposing the limit on losses in 2005 and voting for the limit Tuesday.

Ecumen, a Minnesota-based nursing home management and consulting organization, was contracted last September to complete a Comprehensive Operational Assessment of GAM. The first step in that assessment was completed in December and came up with a list of recommendations for the nursing home.

The GAM board then approved having Ecumen assist the leadership of GAM in implementing the recommendations. It was this “assisting” phase that Ecumen stated was met with resistance.

working on the health insurance matter, said that among the teachers who looked at the WPS proposal the big question was the one of equivalency.

Lehne also said that the teachers had a lot of questions about the WPS bid since they had not had much time to consider it.

“It’s the fear of the unknown,” said Bell. “People are afraid,” Lehne added.

“If it’s apples to apples, it’s OK.” In discussing the possible cost savings, board members pointed out that the cost reduction would not impact the school tax rate. Saved money would be used to maintain current educational programs or to restore lost programs.

After considerable discussion, the decision to approve the WPS bid for health and dental insurance came on a split vote. Board members Cindy Jensen, Chris Erickson, Jason Burkman and Dave Dahlberg voted to accept the WPS offer, and Russ Erickson voted against it.

Board member David Ahlquist was absent.

In another matter, the board approved an administrative contract for Kathleen Coppenbarger as the new principal of the Grantsburg Elementary School. She fills the position left vacant when former Principal Mary Whitrock moved to another school district.

According to members of the personnel committee, there were 38 applicants for this principal position. They noted that Coppenbarger comes with sound credentials and high recommendations.

Letters of reference spoke of her as being professional, collaborative, supportive of cross-curricular instruction, and someone who is highly supportive of other school personnel.

In other business the board: • approved a contract to provide Insight School instruction at cost to the Cumberland School District; • awarded the bread bid for the 20072008 school year to Sara Lee; • approved the revised curriculum of specialties education; • made year-end adjustments in the budget; • accepted resignations from Jeanine Nugent (high school EBD teacher), Adam Jacobsen (high school business education teacher), John Ellenson (elementary school counselor and high school at-risk teacher) and Bruce Manske (middle school language arts teacher); • and approved a teaching contract for Chandra Paulson (grade three).

OBITUARIES James F. Wildt Jim Wildt of Balsam Lake died peacefully in his home on June 17, 2007, surrounded by his family after a long and difficult battle with cancer. He was 56 years old.

He was born in Corpus Christi, Texas, on Sept. 22, 1950, to Olivia “Marie” (Ford) and Noel “Richard” Wildt.

He married his wife, Patricia, on June 15, 1974, in Amery. To this marriage, three children were born: Ryan, Erin and Kari.

Jim graduated from Amery High School. He attended U-W Eau Claire for two years and WITC in Eau Claire for two years. He graduated with a degree in business.

He owned several businesses in Polk County. He managed a mobile home sales lot in Frederic, owned and operated a mobile home sales lot in Amery, and owned and operated the St. Croix Falls Sears Catalog store. He was coowner of Jim Dandy Mark Downs in Amery. He also owned the Balsam Lake Laundromat for several years. He was a modular home builder for Wisconsin Homes and Terrace Homes and a real estate agent for Balsam Lake Realty.

More recently, he was the owner of St. Croix Falls Mini-Golf and Go-Karts.

In his spare time, Jim found time to be a part of the Amery Jaycees for many years as well as Wisconsin Jaycees. He

served on the board at Faith Lutheran Church and was a member of the Dallas Investment Club. He also spent some time as part of the Balsam Lake Community Club.

When he wasn’t busy with all of his own activities, he could be found wrapped up in the activities of his family. He spent some time as a Boy Scout Leader and coaching and judging for Odyssey of the Mind. He was on the sidelines for every sporting event for his kids, at every band concert, at every awards ceremony—he was always there for his family.

He was preceded in death by his father, Noel “Richard” Wildt; grandparents Ervin and Sarah Wildt; and grandparents Frank and Maude Ford.

He is survived by his wife, Patsy; son, Ryan Wildt; daughter, Erin Wildt; daughter, Kari (Luke) Westman; mother and stepfather, Olivia “Marie” and Wesley Kuhn; brother, David (Linda) Wildt; and brother, Terry (Susan) Wildt.

He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 21, at 11a.m., at Faith Lutheran Church in Balsam Lake. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 20, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Kolstad Family Funeral Home in Centuria.

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Fishermen’s Party begins four-day run MILLTOWN – The 57th-annual Fishermen’s Party, Milltown’s annual community celebration, begins Thursday evening with a queen pageant to crown a new Miss Milltown.

The pageant is set for 8 p.m. at the Unity Auditorium.

Friday’s events include a fish fry from 5 to 8 p.m. with live music in the park by Rex Cactus from 5 to 9 p.m.

Fireworks begin at 10 p.m. by the ballpark.

Saturday events include a pancake breakfast at the ambulance hall (7 to 11 a.m.), an antique tractor show (1 to 3 p.m.), an arts and crafts fair, used book sale, children’s carnival, live trout fishing and a kiddie parade at 1:30 p.m. on Main Street.

Stephanie Amanda Kuske, Lobert, daugher daughter of Larry of Bill and Darla and Sylvia Kuske.

Lobert.

Photos submitted A street dance will be held from 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Saturday evening. Music

Centuria queen candidate profiles

The grand prize in the drawing is this new Road King Classic HarleyDavidson motorcycle or $13,000 in cash. — Photos submitted will be by Breezy Bay Boys with the Blooze Boys taking the stage at 9 p.m.

A car and bike show will be held on Main Street from 9 a.m. to noon on Sunday with a chicken dinner form 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Floyd Hansen will be the grand marshal of the Fishermen’s Party parade at 2 p.m. with Mary Lee Johnson as the Honored Citizen of Milltown.

Jazznocracy will provide live music in the park following the parade.

Again this year there will be largescale prizes offered in a drawing.

Button holders will have a chance at winning the grand prize of a new Road King Classic Harley-Davidson motorcycle or $13,000 in cash with second prize being a fishing/vacation package at Ballard’s Resort at Lake of the Woods in northern Minnesota, a $1,500 value.

Other events during the weekend include a bass tournament, softball tournament, a medallion hunt, live trout fishing, a bingo tent, karaoke and more.

Two vie for Miss Balsam Lake title BALSAM LAKE – Two young women will be vying for the title of Miss Balsam Lake this year at a pageant to be held Friday, June 29, at 7:30 p.m., in the Unity High School Auditorium.

Bethanie Rice is the daughter of Brian and Kim Rice and Robert and Karen Pennings. Her hobbies include camping, traveling, snowmobiling, boating, water sports and being with animals.

Her sponsors in the pageant are Balsam Lake Century 21 agents and Nelson Floral Garden.

Britta Norlund is the daughter of Janis and Fred Norlund. Her hobbies include riding horse, water sports, snowmobiling, wake boarding and scrapbooking.

Her sponsors are Brittney Peters, 16, is the daughter of Craig and Kathy Peters. She is involved in volleyball, softball, forensics, band, choir, honors choir, solo ensemble, student council kindergarten tutoring and flags for the marching band. She is involved with her church youth group. She enjoys riding horse, crafts, shopping, swimming, camping and hanging out with friends.

Johanna Marie Alling, 16, is the daughter of Jeanne and Albert Alling.

She is involved in FFA, FCCLA, track, golf, choir, band, U Club, theater arts, forensics and drama. She is involved with 4-H and is a Sunday school teacher. She enjoys swimming, fishing, singing, dancing, talking/speaking, hanging out with friends and drawing.

Becca Milligan, 16, is the daughter of Jim and Diane Milligan. She is involved in volleyball, basketball, softball, forensics, choir and U Club.

During the summer she helps coach middle school softball. She enjoys hunting, fishing, playing sports and hanging out with family and friends.

Cailin Grace Turner, 16, is the daughter of Jeff and Susan Turner. She is involved in volleyball, basketball and softball and is a member of the dance team and concert, jazz and marching bands. She volunteers at the special education school and is a member of Kinship and is a class officer. She enjoys playing sports, reading, playing piano, scrapbooking, photography and going to the lake with family and friends. – submitted

Bethanie Rice and Britta Norlund are candidates for Miss Balsam Lake.

The pageant wil be held Friday, June 29, at 7:30 p.m,. at Unity School. – Photo submitted Hardware Hank and Top Spot. – with submitted information

New full-service salon inFrederic

The Beehive, a new full service salon located on the south end of Frederic, celebrated its grand opening during the Family Days celebration last weekend.

The establishment has been open for about two weeks and is located in the old clinic on 204 United Way Drive. Pictured (L to R) are hairstylists Becky Schmidt, Nikki Hollingsworth and massage therapist Crystal Ramsey. Missing from the photo is stylist Becky Nerby. – Photos by Marty Seeger

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WINGS to lift area students, athletes said Miles.

Dungy lost his son to suicide in 2005, but he has publicly shown faith in God and an intense drive to help people despite personal tragedy. Across the nation, he has been helping many parents who have lost children, including the Miles family. Miles said he and Dungy have talked around 20-30 times in the past year.

Miles’ nephew, Andy Brown, who works with Fellowship of Christian Athletes, put the two in contact. The Miles family also met Dungy when he spoke at the University of Minnesota in May. “Everyday, we wake up and look at the ways and good things that God gives us,” said Miles. “God works through us to help other people out.”

Area family starts program to help less fortunate students and athletes

by Matt Blumkin LUCK – While 148 golfers remained huddled in the Luck Golf Course’s club house during a mid-June downpour, the young people they golfed for face a more daunting challenge each school year – finances.

Some students involved in athletics and extracurriculars don’t always have the financial resources necessary for participation. Former Unity football coach Craig Miles, his wife, Cathy, and daughter, Kelli, have addressed that with a new program called WINGS. Having coached the Eagles for 21 years, Miles knew well of the need.

“It varies year to year,” said Miles.

“Sometimes I had five to 10, sometimes I had one, sometimes I had none.

There’s always a need.”

WINGS stands for Whatever Individual Needs Gear or Supplies.

Coaches and teachers at area schools will be able to go to WINGS to help out students and athletes that can’t afford certain equipment for a sport, band or other activities.

Golfers from the surrounding communities and the region came out to support the cause on June 18 for the first annual golf benefit for WINGS. Though golfers had to endure a one hour, 45 minute rain delay, they waited patiently in the club house and then at the carts before getting started.

Aside from the 148 golfers, the Miles family had 38 volunteers helping out.

They also held a silent auction, steak dinner and drawing to raise money for the program.

“The one word that comes to mind is ‘wow’,” Craig Miles said about the success of the day, which he began working on in December of 2006.

They started the program after losing their son, Mark, who took his life in 2006. Mark, a 2006 graduate of Unity, played football, basketball, golf and baseball for the Eagles. He also had been involved in band as a trombone player.

The family and friends remember him as someone who was willing to help

Mitch Paquin, a one-time Unity student, taking a swing at the first annual golf benefit for WINGS on June 18. Paquin was among the 148 golfers on hand for the event. WINGS stands for Whatever Individual Needs Gear or Supplies, and it helps students in need for participating in athletics and other extracurricular activities. – Photos by Matt Blumkin others and accepted everyone.

“That’s what motivated us to do this, to carry on that convention,” said Craig Miles.

They also hope by helping other young people in a positive way will help prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future.

The WINGS program will be open to coaches and teachers of all area schools.

With a sold-out golf tournament and other successful fundraisers for the day, WINGS be ready to help students for the coming school year.

The Dungy connection Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy has been a source of support and inspiration for Craig Miles and his family.

“A lot of it has to do with our faith,”

Craig and Cathy Miles of Luck along with their daughter, Kelli, started WINGS to help support area students in financial need for participating in extracurricular activities.

Dale Johnson of Luck was among the 148 golfers out for the WINGS golf benefit on June 18.

Preventing suicide Warning signs of depression and suicidal behavior • Lack of interest in normal, everyday activities • Withdrawal • Comments of not wanting be around • Giving lots of things away Tips for prevention • Let the person know help is available and where • Have the person talk with a trusted adult • Understand depression is a medical illness, not a character flaw

Numbers to know: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-880-273-8255 National Youth Crisis Line 1-800999-9999 Native Youth Crisis Line 1-877-2091266 Burnett County Crisis Line 1-888636-6655 Polk County Crisis Line 715-4858400 (daytime and after hours) — with information from Suicide Awareness Voices of Education and Burnett County Health and Human Services

The golfers waited patiently in their carts to golf after a one-hour, 45-minute rain delay.

SPORTS RESULTS DEADLINES: WEDNESDAY - MONDAY: 1 p.m. the following business day. TUESDAY: 10 p.m. Missed deadlines mean no coverage that week!

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Webster wins after eight-run deficit Both teams take advantage of costly mistakes Webster 11, Siren 10

by Marty Seeger SIREN — The Dragons had been struggling all season long on defense, but showed some good control in Tuesday night’s conference matchup against the Tigers. Led by Bobby Smith, the Dragons allowed no hits in the first two innings.

The first run of the game came in the third after a single to right field by Shane Rossow. He advanced to third on two perfect sacrifice bunts buy Jesse Janssen and Ben Ries. An RBI single to centerfield by Luke Zibell gave Webster the 1-0 lead. It didn’t take long to switch momentum however, as Siren rallied in the fourth inning for nine runs.

“It was the ugliest game I’d ever seen up until the fifth inning, or the ugliest inning I’d ever seen,” said Webster coach Greg Sears.

Derek D’Jock led the fourth inning off with a fly ball to center. Confusion set in for Webster as the ball fell for a hit.

D’Jock was then caught in a rundown trying to reach second, and succeeded after a throw was dropped by the Webster second baseman.

Marcus Blackman singled on a dribbler to left and Tom Chosa walked to load the bases for Siren. With two outs, Sears made the change from Cameron Hughes to Ben Roedl, but it didn’t budge Siren’s surge of runs.

“When Cameron is on he’s tough to hit, but he wasn’t getting his breaking ball over so he was walking a lot of

Webster’s Spencer Peterson slides safely into home on a passed ball. Siren’s Jesse Hinze tried tried to make the tag but wasn’t quite quick enough. - Photo by Marty Seeger guys,” Sears said.

Blake Hall launched one into left center for a three-RBI triple after the pitching change. Bobby Smith hit a two-RBI double to right center and suddenly the Dragons were in business. John Anderson also had a hit for an RBI, and a balk committed by Roedl scored another run. When the inning finally ended Siren held a 9-1 lead.

Webster fought back slowly on Siren’s lead in the fifth inning after the Dragons started making costly errors in both the infield and outfield. Despite the three errors Webster only managed to get three runs in the inning. But the runs kept coming again in the sixth.

“Just take advantage of mistakes, you know, that’s baseball,” said Sears. That’s why you love it one minute then hate it the other.”

Three consecutive singles from Roedl, Rossow and Janssen started the sixth inning for the Tigers. Smith struggled on the mound for Siren after hitting one batter and walking two. Jesse Hinze replaced Smith late in the sixth.

“He threw strikes and he kept the hitters off balance, and was able to mix in his curveball, but stayed with his fast ball to get ahead of guys,” said Siren coach Chad Gibson about Smith.

Unfortunately for Siren, replacing Smith didn’t give them the change they

hoped for. Spencer Peterson hit a big two-RBI double while Webster picked up a couple more runs to give them an 11-9 lead.

“Too many extra outs, too many botched plays,” said Siren coach Chad Gibson. “Its definitely tough, if you don’t play the whole game it’s going to come back and bite you.”

The Dragons mounted a comeback in the bottom of the seventh. With two outs they loaded the bases but couldn’t bring in the runs they needed.

“I like the way we battled back in the last inning,” said Gibson.

New Richmond out-duals Grantsburg Tigers take upper hand, or paw in Lakeland New Richmond 2, Grantsburg 0

by Matt Blumkin GRANTSBURG – How can a midseason clash get much bigger?

Grantsburg and New Richmond came into the June 19 contest knotted for first in the Lakeland Conference as both teams had spotless conference records.

In addition, they ironically entered the game with only one loss apiece coming from the Hinckley, Minn., wood bat tournament during June 15-17.

Wood bats or metal, New Richmond’s Cody Torkelson and Grantsburg’s Brandon “Bucky” Kaiser fanned and contained opposing batters all evening.

The two pitchers battled as the Tigers found just enough run support to win 20.

“We’ve got to hit the ball, two hits isn’t going to do it,” said Pirates coach Pete Johnson.

Kaiser pitched a gem for the Pirates despite the loss. He struck out 10 batters, and he pitched his way out of a couple jams as he allowed only six hits and one earned run.

In the fourth inning, two runners got on base at first and second with no outs.

Yet, Kaiser came through with a pair of strikeouts to end the top half of the inning. New Richmond’s Tony Evans had grounded out for the first out of the

Brandon Kaiser was on the mound for the Pirates. Kaiser pitched a nice game with 10 strikeouts and six hits against a solid-hitting New Richmond team. - Photo by inning.

Kaiser found himself in a bigger jam in the top of the seventh when the Tigers loaded the bases. Tigers senior Jake Kleiner had a sacrifice bunt to move base runners to second and third, and Kaiser walked Blake Berger to load the bases. Then, he walked Cole Johnston to bring home Jon Haffner unearned, who opened the half of the inning with a single. Kaiser stopped the bleeding and ended the inning on a

strikeout.

“He’s strong, he could have thrown another three if we had him,” said Johnson.

The run by Haffner gave the Tigers a 2-0 edge. They first took the lead on a home run by Blake Berger in the first inning to left field.

“We knew that kid’s a monster,” said Johnson.

Kaiser threw a fastball over the middle of the strike zone when Berger cranked it deep.

“It was too much over the middle of a kid like that,” said Johnson. “The only mistake Bucky made tonight was that home run ball.”

The other half of the 2-0 equation came from Tigers pitcher Cody Torkelson. The Tigers junior has emerged as their top pitcher this season, and he along with the defense stymied the Pirates’ bats.

“When we started out the game, we were putting the ball in play, they just made the plays,” said Johnson.

They mustered two hits, and they moved a runner to third only once in the game during the sixth inning when Kevin Johnson grounded out as Zach Phillips ran to third. Phillips had reached base after being hit by a pitch, and he stole second. Torkelson’s speed hit the Pirates all game long.

After suffering their 11th strikeout of the game, the Pirates made one last stand against the visiting Tigers. With two outs in the bottom of the seventh, Nate Larson had reached base on a walk, and David Faulhaber followed that up with a hit to advance Larson to

second. The Tigers turned the Pirates only moment in the game with multiple base runners to dust when Tim Josephson popped out to short for the final out.

The Pirates will have another crack at New Richmond on Tuesday, July 17. It will also be the final conference game of the season for the Pirates.

Extra Points ••• YAKIMA, Wash. – One-time Unity Little Leaguer Mark Hallberg has taken a step closer to the Majo Leagues. Hallberg will be playing for the Yakima Bears, which is a single A minor league squad for the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Diamondbacks signed Hallberg on June 16 after being drafting him on June 9. Hallberg has also been reeling in the postseason awards after an impressive season with Florida State. Hallberg earned spots on the NCAA Regional AllTournament Team and the AllAtlantic Coast Conference first team.

He batted .360 with 56 RBIs in 62 games, and he had a fielding percentage of .975 at short stop. Hallberg played for Barron in high school and the University of Illinois-Chicago his first two seasons of college baseball. – Matt Blumkin ••• LEADER LAND – Local sports tidbits to share? Please contact us by noon on Tuesdays to go in extra points! – Matt Blumkin & Marty Seeger •••

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Unity splits wins with SCF Legion Eagles forceful in first game, no hit in second Game 1 Unity 15, SCF Legion 7

by Marty Seeger SIREN — The Eagles hosted a doubleheader last Friday against a very promising St. Croix Falls Legion team.

St. Croix Falls struck first with a leadoff single from Ben Anderson and an infield single from Josh Larcom. Jake Larcom drew an error off Unity second basemen Cory Tuneheim for St. Croix Falls first run of the game. The inning was quickly halted by three consecutive strikeouts from Ryan Flaherty.

Flaherty got the first hit of the game for the Eagles with a hard hit ball to centerfield and Matt Goulet sent a shot over the fence good for a two run homer, and a quick lead.

The Eagles continued to dominate the plate in the second inning scoring nine runs on seven hits, including a double from Goulet and Mike Schmidt. Goulet also tripled in the inning and had an outstanding game overall for the Eagles going 4 for 4 with eight RBIs. St. Croix Falls mounted a comeback in the fifth inning with four runs on seven hits. Jake Larcom led the inning off with a single, Ryan Larson singled and Nick Johnson tripled in the inning. Steve Gebhard hit an RBI single in the inning but Unity held them off to end the game.

Game 2 SCF Legion 13, Unity 1 BALSAM LAKE — The St. Croix Falls Legion team continued the fifth inning rally from the first game into the second game of the doubleheader on last Friday with 13 runs on 11 hits.

Steve Gebard pitched a no hitter for

Unity’s Matt Goulet leaps high to avoid getting hit by a sliding St. Croix Falls Legion baserunner.- Photo by Marty Seeger St. Croix Falls in five innings, striking out five and giving up three walks. The Eagles threatened to end the no hitter in the fifth inning after Mike Schmidt reached base on an error from the St. Croix Falls second baseman. Cory Tunheim and Ricky Garbow drew walks in the inning to load the bases, and Eric Goulet sacrificed the run with a fielder’s choice hit to third base.

Although Unity picked up the run, Goulet was thrown out at first, and Chad Strilzuk struck out to end the game and give Gebhard the no hitter for St. Croix Falls.

Unity 14, Luck (Legion) 9 LUCK — Despite giving up four walks and six runs in the fifth inning, the Eagles were able to hold onto the win Tuesday night against the Luck

Legion team. Ryan Flaherty led Unity with three hits and four RBIs, including a two-RBI double in the third inning.

Aaron Schmidt also had three hits with three RBIs, and Cory Tunheim nitched three RBIs with one hit. Unity currently supports a 4-2 conference record with an overall record of 8-4.

For Luck Legion it was Harlan Opitz who had three hits in the game. Mitchell Klatt, Cody Richert, Derek Letch and Carson Giller picked up hits in the game as well.

Unity 19, Frederic 2 BALSAM LAKE — The Eagles continued their winning ways last Thursday against Frederic in a big way. Unity compiled 17 hits with Matt Goulet and Mike Schmidt notching homers during an 11-run second inning.

Chad Strilzuk and Mike Chitty led the Eagles with four hits apiece. Ryan Flaherty, Goulet and Aaron Schmidt led the team in RBIs with three apiece.

The Eagles broke through with a barrage of runs in the second inning when Strilzuk led the inning off with a single, and Flaherty brought him home on another single. The hits kept coming in the inning, with Frederic giving up one error that eventually led to two runs.

Goulet topped the inning off with a three-run homer. The Vikings escaped the inning after Aaron Schmidt flied out to center and Cory Tunheim grounded out to the pitcher, but the damage had already been done.

The Vikings conjured up a couple of runs in the fifth inning after junior Ben G. Anderson led the inning off with a single. Andrew Kurkowski got to first on a walk and Nolan Neumann and Jake Schmidt both followed with RBI singles. The Vikings game scheduled for Tuesday, June 19, was forfeited due to a shortage of players. The team will be back on the field for Thursday’s game at Grantsburg.

Grantsburg 21, Siren 0 SIREN — Wooden bats were brought out during the Thursday afternoon game between Siren and Grantsburg in anticipation for the Hinckley tournament over the weekend. The Pirates rolled easily by a score of 21-0.

The Dragons played a long weekend at Hinkley Minn., and lost the first game to Rogers Minn., 24-0. On Saturday the team lost to Grantsburg 21-14, and lost again on Sunday to Aitkin, Minn., 20-6.

Grantsburg at Hinkley Minn.

HINCKLEY Minn. — The Pirates played the Hinckley Minn., tournament over the weekend and lost their first game to Braham Minn., 3-1. They defeated Siren 21-14 on Saturday and beat Esko Minn., on Sunday 10-5.

River Bandits notch first conference win The players on both teams are also friends.

“They tell us, ‘you’ve got a lot of good players, you guys just haven’t meshed yet,’” said Lindholm.

After playing competitive games against conference powers Mora and Isanti in addition to their win over Quamba, Lindholm sees it changing.

“Over the weekend we did (mesh) a lot,” he said.

Young squad beginning to gel

by Matt Blumkin ST. CROIX FALLS – There’s no replacement for time.

The young St. Croix River Bandits squad has struggled to a 1-8 start in their innagural season, but things may be turning the corner.

“We really starting to find our core 10, 11 guys on the team that are going to play every game, and that really helps as far as solidifying a lineup,” said Bandits coach Scott Lindholm.

They had a busy slate of five games in one week to help discover that too.

After losses to Osceola and Minnesota squads Isanti and Mora, the Bandits picked up their first conference win of the season with a 8-5 “W” over Quamba, Minn. It couldn’t have come at a better time since they were no hit against the Isanti Minn., team.

Mike Leahy earned his win on the mound. He allowed three earned runs over seven innings of pitching. Curtis Roebuck closed the game for the save.

Jesse Hartel and Brandon Pederson each drove in two runs for the Bandits as they overcame a 2-0 first inning hole.

The Bandits tied the game in the fourth and took the lead with a three-run seventh.

Pederson has been a welcome addi-

Matt Vold puts down a tag on a runner earlier this season - Photo by Joe Weinberg tion to the Bandits since coming over said Lindholm.

Next, the Bandits will host a double from Amery’s spring high school team, which reached the Division 2 state tour- header against Pine City, Minn., on June nament. Pederson made a strong debut 24 at Osceola’s Oakey Park. The Osceola pitching for the Bandits in a 10-6 loss to Braves have been a friendly rival for the Mora, Minn., on Saturday, June 16. Bandits.

The Braves have let the Bandits use Pederson came in during the middle of the 13-inning game and allowed only their field since there’s more seating, and they loaned the Bandits a pitcher two earned runs.

The Bandits also aquired Mitch for games last weekend. On the field, the Braves hold a 2-0 series edge, with Thompson from Amery’s state team.

“They’ve made a huge difference,” their final contest coming on July 21.

Haugen Hornets 21, Siren 1 HAUGEN – The Steelers got that stinging feeling in Haugen on June 17.

Former Siren Dragons standout athlete Wes Wegner scored the lone run for the Steelers. They surrendered 21 runs as they played shorthanded on defense.

Steelers manager Bill Schmidt had to play a couple of innings. Yet, he saw some hope amidst the blowout.

“We played some of the innings pretty decent,” said Schmidt.

Brill 14, Webster 9 BRILL – In a scoring fest, Brill dropped the Webster Orioles to 1-5 on June 17.

The Orioles suffered with eight errors, and pitcher Greg Sears allowed five earned runs over eight innings. They had two-hit games from three players, but their bats could not keep pace with Brill’s.

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Frederic Booster Club 3-on-3 tournament FREDERIC — The Frederic Booster Club held their annual 3-on-3 basketball tournament on Saturday, June 16, at Coon Lake Park.

Winners of the ninth- through12thgrade boys bracket were Chris Bugg, Merrill Leoso and Michael Christensen.

The winners from the ninth- through 12th-grade girls bracket were Becca Anderson, Anna Tesch, Ana Miller, and Candace Buck. The winners from the fourth- to sixth-grade coed bracket were Kyle Hunter, Evan Armour, John Denny and Avery Steen. - submitted

Winners of the ninth- through 12th-grade girls bracket were (L to R): Ana Miller, Anna Tesch, Candace Buck and Becca Anderson. - Photos submit-

Winners of the fourth- to sixth-grade coed bracket were Kyle Hunter, Evan Armour, John Denny and Avery Steen.

Luck residents compete at Grandma’s Marathon Pitch, hit and run!

Luck residents competed in Grandma’s Marathon last Saturday, June 16, in Duluth, Minn. Pictured (L to R) are Ryan Johansen, Pictured (L to R): Lori Wicklund Ince, half marathon; Amy full marathon; Lois Johansen, Kyle Johansen, Dueholm, half marathon; Eric Dueholm, half marathon; half marathon; and Kris Johansen, full Bruce Hanson, half marathon; Kris Johansen, full marathon marathon. All live in Luck except for Kris and Kyle Johansen, half marathon.

Johansen who now lives in Durand.

Other Luck runners that participated the Grandma’s Marathon last weekend are (L to R): Sarah McCurdy, full marathon; Scott Hatten, full marathon; Brad Hacker, full marathon; Kyle Johansen, half marathon; Eric Dueholm, half marathon; Amy Dueholm, half marathon; and Lori Wicklund Ince, half marathon. Not pictured in the photos is Eric Olson, who ran his 16th marathon in the past five years. - Photos submitted

Frederic paintball hosts 15 teams at tourney FREDERIC – Frederic Paintball hosted a tournament over Family Days weekend, and 15 teams turned out. A five-man tournament is set for July 22.

Following are results from this past weekend’s tournament: Local Pro • First – Surgical Strike • Second – Kosher Pickles • Third – Death Dealers (Frederic) Open Class • First – Vendetta • Second – Mercs Opium • Third – Juggernaut Young Guns • First – Magnum • Second – Staples Prodigy • Third – Foxes (Frederic) - submitted Playing a game of paintball can definitely sharpen your skills as a shooter, and raise a spark of adrenaline in your soul. The teams that participated in last weekend’s event faced an action packed event. Photos submitted

Trent Strapon, the son of Aren Gerich and Jamie Melin of Luck, will compete at Miller Park in Milwaukee this weekend for the Pepsi Pitch, Hit and Run competition.

Strapon was the overall champion in Siren and took overall champion at sectionals in La Crosse. Strapon received a letter in the mail stating that he was one of the top four scores in the state He will compete against only three people in his age group, and will be announced onto the field before the Saturday, June 23, game, which starts at 6:05 p.m. If he places in the top four of 30 kids across the United States, he will advance to San Francisco, Calif. and compete at the All-Star game for the national competition. – Photo submitted

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by Marty Seeger SEATTLE – Former Webster High School graduate Jarrod Washburn was on the mound last Sunday against the Astros, but it was one that he’ll soon want to forget.

Washburn gave up his last grand slam in 2003 when he pitched for the Angels. Jarrod is not pitching like he can, and he probably would be the first person to tell you that,” Mariners coach Mike Hargrove said to MLB reporter DATE June 17 2006 2007

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Boys and girls grades 4-8 participated in the Frederic Basketball Camp June 11-14. Vikings basketball coaches Ben Nelson and Troy Wink and Tartan, Minn., assistant Andy Jacobson worked with the young players on basketball fundamentals. They had 36 campers participating. – Photo courtesy

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Wednesday, June 13 Osceola 19, St. Croix River Bandits 5 Friday, June 15 Isanti, Minn. 3, St. Croix River Bandits 0 Saturday, June 16 Siren at Osceola, 12:30 p.m.

Mora, Minn. 7, St. Croix River Bandits 0 Mora, Minn. 10, St. Croix River Bandits 6 (13 innings) Grantsburg at Haugen Knights, 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, June 17 Haugen Hornets 25, Siren 1 Brill 14, Webster 9 St. Croix River Bandits 8, Quamba, Minn., 5

Coming Up

Sunday, June 24 Siren at St. Croix Ravens, 1 p.m.

Stanberry at Webster, 1 p.m.

Pine City, Minn., at St. Croix River Bandits, 2 p.m. (double header at Oakey Park)

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Wednesday, June 13 Siren Men’s Slow Pitch League Sundown 16, Century21 10 Jed’s 11, Hole in Wall 7 Pour House 9, Hap’s Landing 7 TNJ 17, GJonne’s Construction 16 Monday, June 18 Siren Women’s Slow Pitch League Skol Bar 14, Maurer Construction 4 Coyland 11, H-Town Girls 1 Chell Trucking 21, T&T Logging 1

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Thursday, June 14 Grantsburg 21, Siren 0 Unity 19, Frederic 2 New Richmond 18, Webster 8 Friday, June 15 Unity 15, St. Croix Falls Legion 7 St. Croix Falls Legion 13, Unity 1 Hinckley, Minn., Tournament Brahman, Minn. 3, Grantsburg 1 Rogers, Minn. 24, Siren 0 Saturday, June 16 Hinckley, Minn., Tournament Grantsburg 21, Siren 14 Sunday, June 17 Hinckley, Minn., Tournament Aitkin, Minn., 20, Siren 6 Grantsburg 10, Esko, Minn. 5 Tuesday, June 19 New Richmond 2, Grantsburg 0 Frederic at Baldwin-Woodville, forfeited by Frederic Unity 14, Luck Legion 9 Webster 11, Siren 10

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Thursday, June 21 Grantsburg at Frederic, 6 p.m.

Webster at Unity, 6 p.m.

Friday, June 22 Unity at Baldwin-Woodville, 6 p.m.

Grantsburg at Webster, 6 p.m.

Siren at New Richmond, 7:30 p.m.

Monday, June 25 Mora, Minn., at Grantsburg, 6 p.m.

Luck Legion at Frederic, 6 p.m.

Tuesday, June 26 Webster at Baldwin-Woodville, 6 p.m.

Unity at Grantsburg, 6 p.m.

Frederic at Siren, 6 p.m.

Leader Sports: What other sports section cover seven hometown schools?

Siren’s Derek D’Jock slips by Webster’s Ben Roedl in a close play at third Tuesday night. Photo by Marty Seeger

Frederic Lions Bicycling Classic results Men’s times 13 and under: Jordan Cullen, Hudson, 01:31:59.7. 14-19: Keegan Karl, Frederic, 01:12:06.7. 20-24: Matt Rau, Star Prairie, 01:11:21.1. 25-29: Frank Lundeen, Minneapolis, Minn., 01:10:53.1; David Gabrys, Trego, 01:17:53.0. 30-34: Mike Suntken, Fountain City, 01:06:58.5; Kyle Schmidt, Catawba, 01:09:46.3; Matt Christiaansen, Elk River, Minn., 01:13:20.6; Nathan Phelps, Depere, 01:18:23.4; Krist Midbrod, Somerset, 01:22:35.2; Randall Ochmann, Crystal, Minn., 01:32:37.1.

35-39: Tim Minneapolis, Minn., Mulrooney, 01:00:52.5; Daniel Logan, Osceola, 01:09:40.6; Brett Whyte, Winona, Minn., 01:10:16.3; Shannon Szecsy, Nekoosa, 01:18:43.8; Todd Troskey, Rhinelander, Binkowski, 01:20:34.1; Brent Minneapolis, Minn., DNF. 40-44: Daniel Casper, Northfield, Minn, 01:03:25.7; James Cullen, Hudson, 01:06:54.9; Terry Baillargeon, Osceola, 01:14:17.1; Dan

Inderieden, Bloomington, Minn., 01:16:23.9; John Pedersen, Eau Claire, 01:19:38.4.

45-49: Eric Piche, Golden Valley, Minn., 01:10:55.8; Ricky Wells, Strum, 01:12:14.2; Gary Krska, North St. Paul, Minn., 01:12:24.3; Chris Larson, Madison, 01:15:41.7, Jeff Colbeth, Roberts, 01:18:28.3; Jay Hudson, Golden Valley, Minn., 01:21:48.1; Dan Bibeau, Pengilly, Minn., 01:24:03.9.

50-54: Brian Abery, Apple Valley, Minn., 01:06:27.4; Charlie Townsend, Lilydale, Minn., 01:07:44.9; Elmer Colyer, Dubuque, Iowa, 01:08:23.7; David Ludwigson, St. Paul, Minn., 01:09:58.9; Brad Tennis, Baraboo, 01:17:17.3; Richard Alderman, Madison, 01:20:53.1; Randy Davis, Eau Claire, 01:21:30.1; David Pedersen, Moline, Ill., 01:23:38.4; Daniel Johnson, Frederic, 01:24:35.0; David Melcher, Richfield, Minn., 01:24:37.9; Arthur Martin, Frederic, 01:31:57.3; Mike Mai, Eau

Claire, 01:35:23.3.

55-59: Steve Wehrley, Verona, 01:14:08.4; David Goetzinger, Dubuque, Iowa, 01:14:14.2; Robert Cattanach, St. Paul, Minn., 01:18:23.4; Robert Barabe, Hudson, 01:20:31.6; Charles Ferrell, Minneapolis, Minn., 01:21:50.3; Jon Dirks, Elk Mound, 01:31:01.4; William Johnson, Frederic, 01:34:26.0; Neal Lundeen, Frederic, 01:34:47.5; Steve Brandt, Minneapolis, Minn., 01:36:45.4.

60-64: Bill Kosfeld, St. Paul, Minn., 01:16:01.6; Gary Brone, Fountain City, 01:16:06.3; Dave Demulling, Osceola, 01:26:43.4; Kenneth Thomson, Madison, 01:26:58.4; Richard Purdy, River Falls, 01:28:08.0; Varik Olson, Roseville, Minn., 01:28:36.5; Bob Tichich, Maple Grove, Minn., 01:29:14.5; Charles Isensee, Hayward, 01:32:07.0; Jerry Meide, Wahpeton, N.D., 01:41:57.9. 6569: David Thomsen, Austin, Minn., 01:13:47.3. 75-79: Auldon Johnson, Stillwater, Minn., 01:38:51.2.

Women’s times 30-34: Linda Sone, Northfield, Minn., 01:19:36.6; Andrea Potyondy-Smith, 01:23:27.5.

34-39: Melissa Orerby, Menomonie, 01:31:00.5.

40-44: Sheryl Golin, Medina, Minn., 01:18:20.9; Michelle Bibeau, Pengilly, Minn., 01:21:31.8.

45-49: Judy Jong, River Falls, 01:21:08.5; Sue Hudson, Golden Valley, Minn., 01:22:54.4; Maureen Ash, River Falls, 01:35:10.7; Patricia Skaleski, Madison, 01:37:57.2.

50-54: Sherry Berde, Maplewood, Minn., 01:20:45.8; Helmy Tennis, Baraboo, 01:21:23.9; Noreen Leahy, New Auburn, 01:34:06.4.

55-59: Marva Sahs, Spooner, 01:36:57.6.

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Governor’s fishing opener set for Polk County Lake Wapogasset is chosen as site of 2008 governors fishing opener

by Marty Seeger AMERY — A press conference was held at the city hall in Amery on Monday to announce that Polk County’s Lake Wapogasset will be the location of the 2008 governor’s fishing opener. This will be the third time the event has been featured in Polk County in 42 years, and the second time on Lake Wapogasset. The first event was in 1983, four months after the election of Tony Earl.

Lake Wapogasset is a 1,186-acre body of water located in southern Polk County that is popular for its musky, walleye, bass and panfish.

The most recent governor‘s fishing opener was held in 2001 on Balsam Lake when Scott McCallum was governor.

“This is a wonderful thing for Polk County to host it,” said Amery Mayor Harvey Stower. Rep. Ann Hraychuck agreed.

“This is a very exciting time for Polk County,” said Hraychuck. “Anytime

Rep. Ann Hraychuck, (above) and other local and county officials offered support during the announcement of the governor’s fishing opener that will be held on Lake Wapogasset next year.

Those on hand Monday morning to announce the 2008 governor’s fishing opener on Lake Wapogasset were (L to R): Harvey Stower, mayor of Amery; Bruce Johnson, chair of Amery Community Club; Gary Taxdahl, president of Amery Community Club; Bill Hughes, Polk County representative for tourism; Julie Riemenshneiber, city administrator of Amery; Ed Gullickson, Garfield town chair; Doug Johnson, president of the snowmobile council and member of tourism council; Jay Luke, Polk County supervisor and chair of Lincoln Township Board; Sue Matthews, director of the Polk County Information Center; Rep. Ann Hraychuck; Larry Jepsen, county chair; and Dave Nelson, president of the Lake Wapogasset Improvement Association. – Photos by Marty Seeger that we can promote our county is a great thing, and tourism is a very important part of our economy. And to go down to the fishing level, that is really a fun family thing that’s been very steeped in tradition here in Polk County, we’re very proud of that.” Hraychuck added that the governor’s fishing opener does a great job of promoting the outdoors, and not just at the fishing level.

Sue Matthews, director of the Polk County Information Center, was also there to explain a bit more about how the governor’s opener works. Matthews also had a big job in helping to promote the governor’s opener on Balsam Lake in 2001.

Matthews said that at this point, there isn’t a lot that’s formulated about the governor’s fishing opener but explained that it is more than just a one-day event, but rather, three days instead.

It will begin on Friday, May 2, and end in the afternoon on May 4. Typically the opener begins on Friday evening

with a governor’s banquet followed by a Saturday kickoff breakfast. Other banquets are added, and fishing is done on both Saturday and Sunday.

“It’s really a media event,” said Matthews, who added that the opener will be organized with the help of Wisconsin Indianhead Country Inc., a promotional group out of Chetek.

Polk County chair Larry Jepsen also spoke about the event on Monday, and explained that there is still lots of planning, and lots of ideas floating around about how everything will be handled.

Despite the workload and planning that goes into such an event, Jepsen and other Polk County representatives are excited with what lies ahead.

“We can make this whatever we want it to be, and we have an opportunity to really show off Polk County and Northwest Wisconsin,” said Jepsen.

Sue Matthews, director of the Polk County Information Center, explained that the purpose of the governor’s fishing opener is for the advancement of tourism in the com-

Polk County streams getting changes in relation to trout BARRON - Seven streams in Polk County are proposed to be classified, reclassified or declassified as trout water based on recent fish survey data collected in 2005 and 2006. Department of Natural Resources fisheries biologists will upgrade five streams because of new or expanded ranges of trout water and eliminate classifications on two streams because of the absence of trout and an abundance of warm-water fish species.

Department of Natural Resources Fisheries Biologist Heath Benike says the department will not hold any hearing on these classifications changes unless a written request for a hearing is received before July 20. Requests should be sent to Heath Benike, Wisconsin DNR, 127 S. 4th Street, Barron, WI 54812.

The following streams are proposed for classification, reclassification or

declassification as trout water: • Unnamed Creek 16-11, Luck Township (T36N, R17W, Sec. 16 and 21), will be classified as Class II brook trout water for its entire length of 0.8 mile.

This stream was not previously classified as trout water. This stream contains a population of natural reproducing brook trout made of multiple age groups and in sufficient numbers for annual survival.

• North Star Creek, Luck Township, will be classified as Class II trout water for its entire length of 0.9 mile. This stream was not previously classified as trout water. This stream contains a population of natural reproducing brook trout made of multiple age groups and in sufficient numbers for annual survival.

• Trade River, Luck Township, will be reclassified Class I brook trout water for a 1.4-mile section in T36N, R 17w, Sec. 7

and 8. This section of river was previously classified as Class II brook and brown trout water. This section of stream has adequate natural brook trout reproduction to sustain wild trout.

• South Branch Trade River, Luck Township, will be reclassified as Class I brook trout water for its entire length of 2.8 miles. This section of stream was previously classified as Class II brook and brown trout water. This section of stream has adequate natural brook trout reproduction to sustain wild trout at or near carrying capacity without stocking.

• Indian Creek, Lorain Township, a 0.6-mile section of Indian Creek will be classified as Class II brook trout water from the Burnett County line upstream to 357th Avenue. This section of stream was not previously classified as trout water. This stream contains a population of natural reproducing brook trout

made of multiple age groups and in sufficient numbers for annual survival.

• Balsam Branch, Balsam Branch Township, a 2.3-mile section of Balsam Branch from the outlet of Balsam Lake to Sec. 22, R17W, T34N was previously classified as trout water. This section of stream is proposed to be declassified as trout water and is best managed as a warm-water sportfishery. No survival of stocked trout is occurring and warmwater fish species are present in large numbers throughout this section of stream.

• Gillespie Creek, Lorain Township, a 1.2-mile section of Gillespie Creek was previously classified as trout water. This section of stream is proposed to be declassified as trout water and is best managed as a warm-water forage fishery. No trout were collected in a survey conducted in 2006, and the stream is dominated by warm-water minnows. –

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People protect what they appreciate On his way home Superior to from Madison, Wisconsin’s Chief Conservation Warden Randy Stark was able to attend Monday’s Polk County Sportsmen’s Marty meeting. Stark was Seeger asked by the club to offer insight on the future of hunting in The Wisconsin.

Bottom Line It was a casual, but serious talk about the future of hunting, and after listening to what he had to say it gave you a sense of pride about where we are today, and a sense of wonder for the future of our natural resources. It made you feel good to have a person like him representing our side, and our interests in conservation and protecting our natural resources.

Stark began his talk by saying that in order to understand where we are today we need to understand where we’ve been.

“When I grew up in Douglas County there wasn’t a turkey within a hundred miles from where I lived,” Stark said.

But he went even further back before his time to talk about some of the roots of conservation. One of those things included The Public Trust Doctrine of 1842. It was a common law established for the good of the people, but more importantly, for the good of our natural resources. In a sense, it was a law establishing who owns, and who should regulate our natural resources.

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“We all need clean air, and clean water,” Stark said.

Stark also talked about what he termed as probably “the most important shots ever fired in conservation. It was in 1901, when president William McKinley was assassinated. That’s because Theodore Roosevelt became president shortly after, and became one of the most important figures in creating a social movement around the principles.

Warden Stark stated some interesting facts about Roosevelt’s presidency. One that stood out most for me was the amount of National Park land that Roosevelt declared into existence during his presidency. Stark said that Roosevelt preserved over 78,000 acres a day during his term.

That’s an amazing figure, and its scary to think about what we would have today if it hadn’t been for Roosevelt and other prominent figures in the conservation movement. A person could list hundreds and even thousands of people that have contributed to what was started by Roosevelt.

Other names that were mentioned during the speech were Gaylord Nelson, Rachel Carson and Aldo Leupold. Stark mentioned that these people helped take the efforts of conservation to a whole new level, meaning that it led to the formation of groups such as the Polk County Sportsmen’s Club and many others at the state and local levels.

Perhaps the most important parts of what Warden Stark had to say on Monday involved his comments about the challenges we now face with the future of hunting and importance of protecting our natural resources.

What Stark said on Monday, has been said before, and most of the audience has probably heard these things many times. They wouldn’t be active in the Polk County Sportsmen’s Club if they didn’t care about conserving our natu-

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Wisconsin’s Chief Conservation Warden Randy Stark talked about the future of hunting on Monday night to the Polk County Sportmen’s Club. Photo by Marty Seeger ral resources. But sometimes it’s States. Without a place to hunt there simply won’t be any hunting. He said refreshing to hear it again.

Stark mentioned four challenges we that it has been predicted that by 2010, face today, one of which involves inva- 80 percent of our land could be urbansive species such as viral hemorrhagic ized. That’s a staggering figure that septicemia, Eurasian water milfoil and speaks volumes about the future of zebra mussels just to name a few. He hunting, but more importantly our said that when he became a warden quality of life. We all need clean air and over 24 years ago, these problems did- clean water.

Finally, Stark spoke about the imporn’t exist. He stressed that cleaning and inspection our boats after we fish needs tance of passing on the conservation to be just as much of a habit as going to ethic. In order to keep what we have, we’ll need to work together and ensure the store to buy bait.

Two other thoughts mentioned by that our natural places are protected, Stark involved declining numbers of not only for hunting and fishing but for hunters, and urbanization. He said that the health and well-being of everyone. only 7 percent of women over the age In closing the meeting Monday night, of 46 are hunters. But 20 percent of girls Stark used a couple of quotes from varage 12 and older are becoming hunters, ious conservationists. Stark quoted a which shows promise in growing num- line from Aldo Leupold that stated, bers of hunters, but still, the average “people protect what they appreciate.”

It’s a simple yet truthful statement hunter age is 46.

Despite growing numbers of hunters about the importance of protecting our in some areas, Stark mentioned the natural resources. urbanization of land all over the United

Draft Waterfowl Strategic Plan available for public comment MADISON – Wisconsin waterfowl hunters and waterfowl enthusiasts have until Aug. 31 to comment on a plan for waterfowl management in Wisconsin.

“This plan is the most comprehensive look at the past and current condition of waterfowl resources and waterfowl hunting in Wisconsin in decades,” said Kent Van Horn, migratory game bird ecologist for the Department of Natural Resources. “It represents a blueprint for the future of waterfowl management in Wisconsin.”

Wisconsin has a long history of being an important state for waterfowl production and waterfowl management. It has been nearly 140 years since the first waterfowl harvest limits were established, even predating deer hunting, for which the first bag limits in Wisconsin were established in 1897, 110 years ago.

Since these early times, Wisconsin has lost 50 percent of its original 10 million acres of wetlands, adding to the challenges faced by waterfowl and waterfowl managers. Regardless, biologists in recent years are recording some of the highest waterfowl breeding populations since the introduction of waterfowl population surveys in Wisconsin.

Work on the plan began in 2005 and includes input from thousands of citizens, and wildlife and hunting organi-

zations, say wildlife managers. Hunter surveys indicate that hunters are generally satisfied with current hunting seasons and bag limits but at the same time feel that the overall quality of waterfowl hunting would improve with more opportunities to see more ducks and experience less hunter crowding.

The draft plan is organized into six primary objectives: • Continue to provide habitat and management for waterfowl and other wetland species.

• Monitor and evaluate waterfowl populations across seasons and locations.

• Improve the overall waterfowl hunting experience and the measures of hunter satisfaction.

• Manage resident Canada goose populations at a level that balances conflicting interests.

• Develop new waterfowl hunting education and hunter recruitment strategies.

• Conduct research to better understand variables that affect resident breeding and migratory populations of waterfowl and apply this knowledge to management strategies.

The draft Wisconsin Waterfowl Strategic Plan is available for review on

the DNR Web site. Comments can be submitted via e-mail, regular mail, fax or phone. Hard copy versions can be requested by contacting Kimberlee Benton at 608-261-6458.

“This is the time for waterfowl enthusiasts to get involved,” says Van Horn, “whether you’re a hunter or a birder, we’re looking forward to your com-

ments, as this plan will guide the future of waterfowl management in Wisconsin.” For more information contact Kim Benton at 608-261-6458. – from the WDNR

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Free youth fishing contests are on the rise and keep getting more popular every year. This weekend is a great opportunity to get a kid out on the water for the 4th-annual Neil McKenzie youth fishing contest on Saturday, June 23, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Deer Lake.

The event is sponsored by the Polk County Sportmen’s Club and this year the Amery Bass Anglers will co-sponor the event. Kids up to 18 years of age are welcome to participate and there is still time to register for the contest. Registration will begin at 8 a.m. at the Tipperary public landing located on the north end of Deer Lake.

Families who don’t have a boat can still participate in the event. The Amery Bass Anglers will be on hand with bass boats to provide the services needed to get you on the lake to catch some fish. Plus, they’ll fill you in on a few secrets to catching fish.

Free contests such as these are a great way to introduce a kid into the fun of fishing, especially for those who might not get the opportunity. For more information, or to register, contact Joyce McKenzie at 715-646-2060, or Dave and Ann Hraychuck at 715-485-3362. – Marty Seeger

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Village acquires police car, motorcycle at bargain price Larsen Auto helps village FREDERIC - At first glance, it might appear the village of Frederic came into a lot of extra money, with its police department now owning a new, retrostyle police squad car and a new police motorcycle.

In fact, both were acquired for in the neighborhood of $20,000, a bargain price by today’s standards.

When it came to purchasing a new squad car, Police Chief R.J. Severude said he was given direction by the village board to keep it under $25,000.

He did much better than that, with some help.

The squad car, fully equipped, came in at $24,550, and with the help of Larsen Auto of Frederic, that price fell to under $20,000 when Larsen agreed to meet the state bid guideline for that vehicle, which was just under $20,000.

The 2007 Dodge Charger with V6 engine was painted black and white, Chief Severude noted, to coincide with the department’s new uniforms and as part of an effort to project professionalism in the department. The classic look also helps the public recognize it as a police car, he added.

Members of the Frederic Police Department are shown with the department’s new squad car. (L to R) Full-time officer Dale Johnson; part-time officers Larry Bergeron, Ed Collins, Stephanie Warner and Police Chief R.J. Severude. Photo submitted The motorcycle - a 2006 1300 Royal Star Yamaha – is costing the village just $1 a year through a special leasing that Larsen Auto offered. That $1 a year lease is good up to five years.

Severude said he was familiar with other departments getting motorcycles

for a special price as part of a goodwill gesture and community promotion on the part of the dealer. “I approached Larsen Auto and explained it was a good public relations tool as it can be used for parades, funerals - and with the price of gas, I’ve been using it and get-

Shell Lake Arts Center presents Tribute to the Big Bands SHELL LAKE — The Shell Lake Jazz Camp is celebrating its 40th Anniversary with a special Tribute to the Big Bands Concert on Wednesday, June 27, at 7 p.m. in the Shell Lake Arts Center gymnasium, 802 First Street, Shell Lake.

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ting 35 to 38 miles per gallon.”

Local villages and the county are free to use the motorcycle, he said, which is painted in the classic CHP, or California Highway Patrol, style. A photo of the new motorcycle can be found on page 2.

- Gary King

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is under investigation.

Town of Oakland, June 16: Ronald J. Hubler, 54, Danbury, reported house, shed and garage broken into. Several items were reported taken. The incident is under investigation.

Town of Jackson, June 16: Laureen A. McGinley, 51, Maplewood, Minn., reported a tackle box and fishing rods taken from her pontoon boat.

The incident is under investigation.

Town of Anderson, June 15: Lloyd L. Lundeen, 58, Frederic, reported a chain saw, pressure tank, pump and weed-whip taken from a garage. The incident is under investigation.

Town Siren, June 11: Dale R. Sacharski, 53, Osceola, reported damage to a dozer. The incident is under investigation.

Town of Jackson, June 12: Edgar W. Schmidt, 78, Danbury,

reported that fireworks were litoff from his pontoon without his permission. The incident is under investigation.

Town of Siren, June 11: Michelle Terwey, Siren, reported copper wire and two lightning rods taken from a cabin. The incident is under investigation.

Town of Swiss, June 11: Leo A. Sibila, Danbury, reported the gas line hose on his pontoon cut. The incident is under investigation.

Town of Wood River, June 12: Four mailboxes were damaged along CTH D. In each case it appeared a vehicle was driven into the damaged mailboxes.

The incident is under investigation.

Town of Swiss, June 13: David A. Lee, 62, Danbury, reported the theft of an outboard motor. The incident is under investigation.

Burnett County sheriff’s report Accidents Town of Siren, June 11: Vitaly G. Sitko, 66, Medina, Minn., was eastbound on Hwy. 70 when he possibly fell asleep or passed out. The vehicle went into a ditch and over a driveway embankment then back onto the roadway. The driver was transported to a hospital, and the vehicle towed due to damage.

Town of Sand Lake, June 9: Megan K. Schaar, 21, Lake Villa, Ill., was pulling a trailer with a van when the trailer hit a cabin as she was turning. No injuries were reported. The cabin suffered the most damage.

Town of Siren, June 8: Kem L. Gunderson, 48, Big Lake, Minn., was eastbound on Hwy. 70 attempting to make a lefthand turn when the vehicle behind him driven by Roberta L. Thomas, 49, Comstock, rearended him. There were three reported injuries.

Town of Swiss, June 16: Debra I. Jerikovsky, 47, South St. Paul, Minn., swerved to miss a deer while southbound on Hwy. 35. The vehicle entered the ditch and struck a tree.

There were no reported injuries, but the vehicle was towed due to damages.

Town of Daniels, June 17:

June 9: Joseph C. Hubbell, 18, Siren, was cited for having an open intoxicant in his vehicle at 12:30 a.m.

Brian A. Erickson, 32, Grantsburg, was stopped on Hwy. 70 at 3:14 a.m. because his vehicle appeared to be traveling at a high rate of speed.

The officer cited him for not using a seat belt.

June 10: Jack E. Roper Jr., 39, Webster, was cited on Hwy. 35/70 and South Shore Drive at

7:15 a.m. for operating after suspension.

At 8:50 p.m., Dana Susanne Anderson-Linnell, 35, Maple Grove, Minn., was given a verbal warning for speeding and cited for not using a seat belt.

The stop was made on Hwy. 70 at Ellis Avenue.

Mary B. June 11: Christensen, 43, Siren, was cited for disorderly conduct following a disturbance at her home around 1 p.m.

Jeffrey W. Owens, 21, Frederic, was northbound on Old Hwy. 35 when he lost control negotiating a curve. The vehicle went into the ditch and overturned. The driver was cited for not reporting an accident and open intoxicants in vehicle. The vehicle was towed due to damages.

Arrests Town of Siren, June 16: Jon D. Bullock, 28, Brooklyn Park, Minn., was arrested on a Burnett County warrant. He was found in Polk County.

Town of Union, June 12: Julie A. Schwantes, 42, St. Paul, Minn., was cited and

arrested for disorderly conduct.

Town of Swiss, June 11: Andrea L. Martin, 41, Lindstrom Minn., was cited for disorderly conduct and possession of a switchblade and arrested. Jolie A. Martin, 39, was arrest on a warrant and cited for disorderly conduct as well. The two women are sisters, and they were fighting in an establishment.

Other incidents Town of Sand Lake, June 14: Diane L. Anderson, 56, Savage, Minn., reported a break-in to her lake home. Nothing was reported missing, but a juice box was left on the counter. The incident

Siren police report

Correction Information published in last week’s Siren Police Report regarding a citation issued to Troy Lanning was in error. No citations were issued to Lanning.

June 12: A letter was written to Terry Lee Gibbs, St. Paul, Minn., for payment of $7.76 in unpaid gas at Siren Auto Stop.

Gibbs will be charged with theft if the bill is not paid by June 19.

A bike taken from the west side of the school next to the library was found at the Siren Skate Park. It was returned to its juvenile owner at 10:25 p.m.

June 13: The Siren police chief was called to the school at 8:30 a.m. because a door leading into the elementary school had been damaged. The weather stripping had been ripped, and the door damaged. The damage was reported by the school custodian.

June 16: Michael L. Miller, 22, Danbury, was charged with

nonregistration of a vehicle at 5:58 p.m. at Hwy. 35/70 and Main Street.

June 17: Steven M. Zolier, 25, Grantsburg, was cited for operating after suspension at 12:27 a.m. on Hwy. 70 at Daniels 70.

June 18: Antonio H. De La Huerta, 20, Danbury, was involved in a one-vehicle accident at 12:30 a.m. on Ellis Avenue. His vehicle was northbound on Ellis when it went off the roadway into a power pole.

De La Huerta was cited for violating absolute sobriety (he stated he had approximately 24 cans of beer between 9 p.m. and 12:30 a.m.) and operating with a prohibited alcohol content of .10 percent or higher.

Burnett Co. criminal court Mark E. McDowell, 50, Hastings, Minn., operate vehicle in navigable water, $186.00.

Denise L. Ehlenz, 47, Stillwater, Minn., operate snowmobile on highway, $113.00.

John L. Jacobson, 56, Siren, inattentive driving, $173.40.

Kendra R. Bryant, 41, Spooner, speeding, $160.80.

Jonathan M. Holmes, 23, Grantsburg, possess marijuana on state land, $249.00.

Tina M. Reische, 25, Milltown, issue worthless check, $249.00.

Jodi L Hageman, 36, Grantsburg, issue worthless check, $249.00.

Therese S. Nutt, 54, Grantsburg, issue worthless check, $249.00.

Edna L. Coston, Danbury, issue worthless check, $249.00.

Erika J. Reynolds, 20, Webster, disorderly conduct, $249.00.

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Burnett County warrants Joseph V. Ahartz, 40, Siren, commitment, June 6.

Judith D. Ames, 57, Hertel, commitment, June 6.

Terry J. Anders, 39, Minong, commitment, June 12.

Jesse D. Anderson, 29, Faribault, Minn., commitment, June 6.

Scott W. Anderson, 43, Pequot Lakes, Minn., commitment, June 12.

Charissa K. Argan-Bright, 21, Superior, commitment, June 6.

Barbara J. Artz, 40, Webster, commitment, June 12.

Marion M. Baca, 21, Danbury, commitment, June 6.

Barbi A. Baldwin, 35, New Hope, Minn., commitment, June 6.

Joseph H. Bascom, 20, Mission Hills, Kans., commitment, June 12.

John M. Belland, 29, Frederic, commitment, June 6.

Franklin Benjamin, 21, Hinckley, Minn., commitment, June 6.

Randall E. Benjamin, 55, Hinckley, Minn., warrant – failure to appear, June 13.

Erick M. Blanchette, 30, Lexington, Minn., warrant – failure to appear, June 13.

Miranda L. Boardman, 21, Clear Lake, S. D., commitment, June 6.

Carole A. Botz, 50, Chaska, Minn., commitment, June 6.

Robert B. Brown, 57, Danbury, commitment, June 6.

Troy F. Brown, 20, Green Bay, commitment, June 12.

Jeffrey S. Bruce, St. Paul, Minn., commitment, June 6.

Floyd A. Buchin, 39, Siren, warrant – failure to appear, June 13.

William Buechner, 28, Ridgeland, commitment, June 6.

Kelvin J. Buskirk, 31,

Danbury, commitment, June 12.

Scott G. Buskirk, 27, Danbury, commitment, June 6.

Martin Cardenas, 19, Gilbert, Ariz., commitment, June 12.

Rochelle A. Carlson, 58, Webster, commitment, June 6.

Mark A. Chapman, 47, Webster, commitment, June 6.

Jared M. Cizinsky, 26, Denver, Colo., commitment, June 6.

Michael A. Clarke, 21, Birchwood, commitment, June 6.

Loren J. Close, 26, Rochester, Minn., commitment, June 6.

Adam J. Dahl, 21, Webster, commitment, June 6.

Patrick H. Daniel, 22, Grantsburg, commitment, June 6.

Elijah Daniels, 52, Grantsburg, commitment, June 6.

Amanda R. Dietrich, 22, Fridley, Minn., commitment, June 12.

Anthony M. Dockendorf, 29, Newport, Minn., commitment, June 12.

Leianne G. Doriott, 47, Danbury, commitment, June 12.

Preston L. Drew, 23, Hudson, commitment, June 12.

Thomas H. Eilen, Hampton, Minn., commitment, June 6.

Justin L. Erickson, 29, Siren, commitment, June 6.

Patrick J. Fabish, 23, Eden Prairie, Minn., commitment, June 6.

Jessica A. Flom, 18, St. Croix Falls, commitment, June 6.

Patrick R. Frazee, 43, Minneapolis, Minn., commitment, June 12.

Gaffney, Tyra P. 20, Grantsburg, commitment, June 12.

Chad C. Gale, 21, Anoka, Minn., commitment, June 12.

Jose H. Gallegos, 23,

Webster, commitment, June 6.

Kristen M. Geldert, 37, Pine City, Minn., commitment, June 6.

Cory Gordon, St. Peter, Minn., commitment, June 12.

Michael W. Green, 21, Minneapolis, Minn., commitment, June 12.

Allyn M. Grinsted-Rooney, 45, South St. Paul, Minn., commitment, June 12.

Douglas D. Haaf, 35, Webster, commitment, June 12.

Michael D. Hammond, 31, Hayward, commitment, June 12.

Joshua T. Harmon, 20, Frederic, commitment, June 12.

Benjamin G. Hart, 34, commitment, June 12.

Michael D. Hegge, 44, New Richmond, commitment, June 12.

Ruth E. Hempel, Siren, commitment, June 12.

Lee A. Hogner, 38, Cumberland, commitment, June 6.

David R. Hubbell, 43, Shell Lake, commitment, June 6.

Todd J. Hughes, 29, New Brighton, Minn., commitment, June 12.

Lukas A. Jaeger, 21, St. Cloud, Minn., commitment, June 12.

Brandi J. Java, 23, Grantsburg, commitment, June 12.

Ronald S. Jiskra, 26, Pine City, Minn., commitment, June 12.

Brandi L. Johnson, 31, Superior, commitment, June 12.

Jeremy J. Johnson, 19, Frederic, arrest warrant – complaint, June 15.

Angie M. Jones, 29, Minneapolis, Minn., commitment, June 12.

Isaac J. Jones, 17, Spooner, commitment, June 6.

David D. Kastner, 49, Eagan, Minn., commitment, June 12.

Michael D. Keller, 27, Spooner, commitment, June 12.

Vernon D. Keller, 29, Webster, commitment, June 12.

Jennifer L. Knapp, 39, Centuria, commitment, June 12.

Todd M. Knoblauch, 32, Elk River, Minn., commitment, June 12.

Jon L. Knoepke, 35, Siren, commitment, June 6.

Christine A. Knutson, 32, Cambridge, Minn., commitment, June 6.

Brandon E. Kohls, 25, Barronett, commitment, June 12.

Robert W. Kosman, 35, Grantsburg, commitment, June 12.

Ursula L. Lafave, 40, Hinckley, Minn., commitment, June 12.

Emerson D. Lamb, 23, Green Bay, commitment, June 12.

Joseph T. Lambright, 35, Hudson, commitment, June 12.

Jennifer M. Lancour, 23, Superior, commitment, June 6.

William J. LaPointe, 35, Webster, commitment, June 6.

Sarah E. Liebler, 24, Spooner, commitment, June 12.

Linda F. Lightfeather, 46, Webster, commitment, June 12.

Derek L. Lindemann, 24, Webster, commitment, June 12.

Travis B. Livingston, 20, Foxboro, commitment, June 12.

Barbara J. Lopez, 39, Dade City, Fla., Commitment, June 12.

Ernesto Lopez, 23, Minneapolis, Minn., commitment, June 12.

Brandon M. Madery, 26, Prescott, commitment, June 6.

Michelle L. Magnuson, 39, Rice Lake, commitment, June 12.

Matthew C. Matrious, 18, arrest warrant – complaint, June 7.

David S. Mattia, 44, Felch, Mich., commitment, June 6.

Paul S. Maurice, 22, Hinckley,

Minn., commitment, June 6.

Charles A. Mell, 22, Braham.

Minn., commitment, June 12.

Robert P. Mendez, 39, St. Paul, Minn., commitment, June 12.

Jeremy M. Michels, 24, Braham, Minn., commitment, June 6.

Terra L. Miller, 26, Duluth, Minn., commitment, June 6.

Daniel W. Milligan, 40, St. Paul, Minn., commitment, June 12.

James W. Moravec, 22, Sarona, commitment, June 12.

Ricky A. Mork, 46, Osceola, commitment, June 12.

Jenny K. Morrison, 26, Grantsburg, commitment, June 12.

Eric J. Munson, 37, Foxboro, commitment, June 6.

Jason W. Myers, 33, Pine City, Minn., commitment, June 12.

Robert J. Nelson, 24, Balsam Lake, commitment, June 6.

Donald E. Neumann, 48, Hinckley, Minn., commitment, June 12.

Michael M. Patterson, 19, Amery, commitment, June 6.

Charles H. Peterson, 48, Frederic, commitment, June 12.

Christine A. Peterson, 44, Grantsburg, commitment, June 12.

Matthew F. Phillips, 21, Grantsburg, commitment, June 6.

Courntey M. Pirila, 21, Siren, commitment, June 12.

Geovani A. Quintero, 21, Sauk Centre, Minn., June 6.

Shawn C. Rae, 21, Lindenwood, Ill., commitment, June 6.

Kory J. Ressie, 27, Rochester, Minn., commitment, June 6.

Darin J. Ryan, 23, Grantsburg, commitment, June

6.

Kenneth O. Schwendeman, 26, Crystal, Minn., commitment, June 6.

Peggy S. Skold, 47, Siren, commitment, June 6.

Thomas W. Snyder, 21, Sandstone, Minn., warrant – failure to appear, June 6.

Michael G. Stoehr, 36, Forest Lake, Minn., commitment, June 6.

Steven D. Stone, 31, Minong, commitment, June 12.

Erik M. Sullivan, 23, Minneapolis, Minn., commitment, June 6.

Brandy M. Swanson, Webster, commitment, June 6.

Melissa K. Swanson, 22, Maple Grove, Minn., commitment, June 6.

Brian W. Taylor, 21, Frederic, commitment, June 6.

Carmen L. Taylor, 21, Webster, commitment, June 12.

Randy L. Tesch, 46, Shakopee, Minn., commitment, June 6.

Latisha M. Townley, 17, Brooklyn Park, Minn., commitment, June 6.

Matthew J. Trent, 32, Somerset, commitment, June 12.

Timothy J. Trenter, 22, Webster, commitment, June 12.

Jarvaughn D. Washington, 21, Minneapolis, June 12.

Duane J. Wiitanen, 51, Minneapolis, Minn., warrant – failure to appear, June 6.

Donnell C. Wilson, 47, Webster, commitment, June 12.

Charles A. Wolsky, 67, Rochester, Minn., commitment, June 6.

Bradley C. Young, 23, Danbury, warrant – failure to appear, June 13.

Marcus T. Zarbinski, 28, Prescott, commitment, June 12.

Jeremiah Ziemer, 24, Shell Lake, commitment, June 12.

Polk County sheriff’s report Accidents June 1, 9 p.m., Osceola Twp., Hwy. 35, .2 mile west of 248th Street, BROOKE M. MULLANEY, 21, Dresser, was eastbound on Hwy. 35, approx .2 mile west of 248th Street when a deer struck the vehicle on the Deer appeared driver’s side. to enter into the driver’s compartment after initial impact.

Driver received minor facial injuries when struck in the head by the deer. Both driver’s side and passenger side windows were broken. Damage to the driver’s side rear quarter panel.

Driver did not see the deer before impact. The vehicle came to rest just east of 248th Street. Driver transported by EMS. Driver was wearing safety equipment.

June 1, 12:06 p.m., Milltown Twp., Hwy. 35, .5 mile south of CTH G, AMANDA K. BIEDLER, 17, Luck, was southbound on Hwy. 35 when the vehicle went across the fog line onto the west shoulder. Driver turned vehicle to the left. The vehicle turned into the northbound lane. Driver turned wheel to right, began turning in clockwise fashion.

Vehicle entered the east ditch.

Driver’s side wheels struck large grass area in the ditch. Vehicle rolled over one-half times, coming to rest on its roof. Driver stated she looked down to play with the radio before losing control of the vehicle. Driver sustained injuries, transported by EMS and cited for inattentive driving.

June 3, 2:10 p.m., Milltown Township, Hwy. 35, .2 mile south of 230th Avenue, LESLIE W. RODRIGUES, 80, Taylors Falls, was traveling southbound on Hwy. 35. A deer ran out. This driver pulled to the right. The vehicle entered onto the west shoulder. The driver pulled left and entered back onto the road. He again corrected back to the right. The vehicle then entered the west ditch. The driver again corrected to the left. The vehicle began to spin. The vehicle began to trave sideways and then flipped.

The vehicle flipped over 1-1/2 rotations before coming to rest on its

roof in the roadway. Driver sustained injuries (wearing safety equipment) and transported to hospital by EMS. June 4, 2:30 a.m., Osceola Twp., CTH Y at 120th Avenue, BRANDON J. NELLESSEN, 21, St. Croix Falls, was southbound, went off the road at the intersection, striking a large tree.

Driver and passenger left the scene. Driver was located later and arrested for OWI. Driver and passenger, MICHAEL A. DIXON, 16, Turtle Lake, received injuries (unknown if seat belts used).

Driver transported by EMS. Passenger not transported by EMS. June 5, 2:44 p.m., Milltown Twp., 170th Street at 240th Avenue; #1—RONALD C. BECKWITH, 20, Centuria; #2— CURTISS D. LUNDE, 35, Milltown. Unit 1 was traveling westbound on 240th Avenue.

Unit 2 was traveling northbound on 170th Street. Unit 1 failed to stop at the stop sign at 170th Street/240th Avenue intersection. Unit 1 collided with unit 2.

Unit 1 driver was cited for failure to stop at a stop sign. Unit 2 passenger, FARIAH J. PIERRE, 18, Frederic, received citation for not wearing a seat belt and also cited for not having TYLER J. PIERRE, age 2, Frederic, in safety equipment. Unit 1 driver received a minor injury (wearing seatbelt/transported by EMS).

Passengers in unit 2 sustained injuries and were transported by EMS. June 7, 8:50 a.m., village of Balsam Lake, Hills Family Foods parking lot, 100 Eagle Drive; #1—SHERRIE A. VOLTZ, 47, Balsam Lake; #2— CHERYL A. ZUHLSDORF, 58, Dresser. Unit 2 was westbound through the parking lot of 100 Eagle Drive. Unit 1 was leaving a parking space and pulled out southbound from the stall, striking unit 2 in the passenger side front quarter panel. Driver of unit 1 stated she did not see unit 2, as she was looking to the right and a vehicle was parked to the left.

June 7, 4:15 p.m., St. Croix Falls, 2203 Glacier Drive, SCOTT A. CLARK, 37, St. Croix

Falls, drove into the Subway driveway. Unit 1 pulled into a parking space, said the brake pedal went to the floor. Unit 1 collided into the Subway wall, causing damage to the building.

June 8, 11:30 a.m., Sterling Twp., 250th Avenue, .2 mile east of River Road, CHRISTINE A. JOHNSON, 35, North Branch Minn., was westbound on 250th Avenue. Driver states a deer ran south out onto the road in front of her vehicle. The vehicle struck and killed the deer.

There was major damage to the vehicle.

June 2, 12:53 p.m., West Sweden Twp., #3307 Hwy. 35, CARL E. EKLOFF, 30, Siren, was northbound on Hwy. 35 past Countryside Inn when he hit the brakes and lost control of the trailer he was pulling (loaded with pieces of cement) and struck the mailbox, flowers and sign owned by LAWRENCE M. NELSON, Frederic.

June 8, 11:20 a.m., Osceola Twp., 79th Avenue, .3 mile west of 248th Street, #1—DAGMAR R. ELLINGWORTH, 51, Amery; #2—Legally Parked Vehicle owned by JANELLE D. ANDERSON, Amery. Unit 1 was backing out of the driveway at 2516 79th Avenue. Unit 2 was parked on 79th Avenue. As unit 1 was backing, unit 1 struck unit 2, causing damage to both vehicles. Driver of unit 1 drove away from the scene, failing to notify the owner of the vehicle she had struck. Driver of unit 1 cited for failure to notify police of accident.

June 9, 6:55 p.m., Eureka Twp., CTH I, .8 mile east of 220th Street, CRAIG A. NESTOR, 54, La Crosse, was westbound on CTH I. A deer ran onto CTH I from the south to the north. Deer ran directly into the left side of unit 1 (motorcycle), striking the driver. Unit 1 did not tip over. Driver of unit 1 brought it to a safe stop. Driver received serious injuries (no helmet worn) and was transported by EMS. His passenger, ELAINE

R. MARCOU, 53, La Crosse, (not wearing a helmet) was uninjured.

June 10, 7:49 p.m., Apple River Twp., CTH H at Hwy. 8, Unit 1—ANGELA D. NIELAND, 39, Dresser; #2—CHELSEA E. STOCKHAUS, 19, Richfield, Minn.; Unit 1 was stopped on CTH H, preparing to turn west on Hwy. 8. Unit 2 was traveling southbound and struck unit 1 on the rear end. Unit 2 driver was cited for inattentive driving.

June 10, 2:38 a.m., Clayton Twp., 85th Avenue, .2 mi E. of Magnor Lake Lane, #1— TAMMY JO VANGUILDER, 40, Stillwater, Minn.; #2—Legally Parked Vehicle owned by JAMES E. JOHNSON, Amery; Unit 2 was parked on the side of the road. Unit 1 struck unit 2.

Driver of unit 1 cited for failure to report accident to police and open intoxicants.

June 15, 7:20 a.m., Alden Twp., CTH 65, .10 mile south of 31st Avenue, DANIELLE L. DELANEY, 17, Centuria, was southbound on Hwy 65. Due to excess speed and inattentive driver, driver had to swerve to the left as vehicle crested hill to make curve. Driver lost control and entered the field on the west side of Hwy. 65, south of fire number 303.

Vehicle then appeared to have rolled several times as it went up a hill in the field. Vehicle came to rest on its top, facing north. It appears the driver was ejected. Driver stated she does not remember how the accident happened or how she got out of the vehicle.

Driver sustained a minor injury (not wearing seat belt) and transported by EMS. Driver issued citation for inattentive driving.

June 16, 2:34 a.m., Milltown Twp., 180th Street, .2 mile south of Hwy. 35, JOSEPH M. ARNOLD, 25, Emerald, was southbound on 180th Street.

The driver drove onto the west shoulder, overcorrected and vehicle rolled into the east ditch.

Driver cited for failure to report

Burnett County deaths Melvin E. Winberg, 81, Meenon, June 3.

an accident to police.

June 16, 2:30 a.m., Balsam Lake Twp., 165th Avenue at 130th Street, CHARLES A. MAIER, 28, Luck. Unit 1 was eastbound on 165th Avenue and didn’t stop for a stop sign.

Vehicle skidded through the intersection and went into the ditch. Driver cited for failure to report accident to police, operating without a valid driver’s license and failure to stop at a stop sign.

June 16, 11 a.m., St. Croix Falls Twp., 160th Avenue at Hwy. 87, DAX S. SZAGDA, 30, St. Croix Falls, was westbound down a hill on 160th Avenue, pulling a trailer with a boat.

Driver of unit 1 stated his brakes quit working and he was forced to attempt to turn onto Hwy. 87 at approx 45 mph. Due to the speed and the trailer, the truck was turned sideways on Hwy. 87. At this time the trailer detached and continued west into the yard of 1601 Hwy. 87 (home of RUTH YIRA, St. Croix Falls). The vehicle rolled over and came to rest in the yard at 1601 Hwy. 87. During the accident, the mailbox, post and two trees were damaged at 1601 Hwy. 87. Driver sustained a minor injury (wearing seat belt) and was cited for operating while suspended (no EMS).

June 16, 2:30 a.m., Sterling Twp., Evergreen Avenue at 255th Street, KAYLA M. LANGEVIN, 18, Osceola, was traveling eastbound on Evergreen Drive and failed to negotiate a right curve.

The vehicle was attempting to continue on Evergreen Drive, which curved to the south. Vehicle traveled off of the east side of the roadway and entered a

swamp. Driver cited for failure to notify police of an accident.

June 16, 1:16 p.m., Milltown Twp., Hwy. 35 at Milltown Avenue, #1—RUSSELL L. LOETSCHER, 51, Lake Elmo, Minn.; #2—PAUL F. KUHNLY, 86, Milltown. Unit 1 was northbound on Hwy. 35. Unit 2 was stopped at Milltown Avenue and Hwy. 35. Unit 2 pulled out in front of unit 1, going eastbound.

Unit 1 struck unit 2. Unit 2 driver cited for operating without a valid driver’s license.

June 16, 2 a.m., Osceola Twp., Ravine Drive at Hwy. 35, THERESA M. PETERSON, 44, Dresser, was westbound on Ravine Drive. Driver states she was not paying attention and did not see the stop sign. Vehicle went through the stop sign, crossed Hwy. 35 and went into the woods approx 100’ on the west side of Hwy. 35, striking several trees and causing severe damage to the vehicle.

Driver was cited for failure to report an accident and inattentive driving.

June 17, 12:50 a.m., Johnstown Twp., CTH T, .10 mile south of 183rd Avenue, JOSHUA J. ORF, 21, Turtle Lake, was traveling northbound on CTH T. Unit 1’s front passenger, NATASHA L. RICCI, 21, Cumberland, reportedly jumped out of unit 1, sustaining injuries.

Driver of unit 1 transported passenger, RICCI, to the hospital.

Driver of unit 1 cited for OMVWI. June 18, 10:34 p.m., Milltown Twp., Hwy. 35, .5 mile north of 230th Avenue, LISA M. MULLER, 17, Milltown, struck a deer on the roadway.

Burnett Co. marriage licenses Lewis Taylor, Sand Lake, and Lisa M. Anderson-Otto, Siren, June 11.

A. Lindberg, Randy Jackson, and Sommar E. Graves-Holloway, Jackson, June 15.

Jeb A. Stewart, Swiss, and Angela C. Stone, Swiss, June 18.

Zachary R. Lade, Trade Lake, and Leah M. Skifsted, Grantsburg, June 19.

John M. Belland, Wood River, and Jessica L. Vogel, Wood River, June 15.

Brooks D. Letourneau, Farmington, Minn., and Ellen M. Daly, Andover, Minn., June 18.

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Real Estate / Garage Sales / Employment Polk criminal court Lawrence A. Peterson, 25, Dresser, burglary, theft. Signature bond set of $10,000 Barry Thorud, 43, Amery, child abuse. Signature bond set of $10,000. Preliminary hearing set for Sept. 13.

LeRoy Butler, 41, Glenwood City, possession of meth, possession of drug paraphernalia.

Adjourned initial hearing set for July 9.

Amanda Tew, 26, Rice Lake, possession of meth, possession of drug paraphernalia.

Preliminary hearing set for Aug. 14.

Matthew Coon, 21, Luck, pled not guilty to resisting /obstructing an officer. Court review set for July 17.

Jared R. Smith, 20, Amery, pled not guilty to endanger safety, use of dangerous weapon.

Signature bond set of $500.

Donald Garsk, 18, Balsam Lake, pled not guilty to theft, criminal damage. Review June 27.

Sherman F. Steffen, 22, Osceola, pled not guilty to possession of drug paraphernalia.

Review set for July 27.

Matthew Vance, 20, Balsam Lake, pled not guilty to disorderly conduct. Review set for Aug. 31.

Timothy Marek, 22, Clear Lake, pled not guilty to possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia. Review Aug. 31.

Allen Wojcik, 20, Frederic, pled not guilty to resisting/obstructing an officer.

Signature bond set of $500.

Tina Reische, 26, Siren, pled not guilty to disorderly conduct.

Signature bond set of $500.

Review set for Aug. 31.

Skye Jensen, 35, Milltown, pled not guilty to disorderly conduct. Review Aug. 31.

Merlin Fox, 47, Balsam Lake, pled not guilty to disorderly conduct, battery, criminal damage to property. Review set for July 17.

Dale Boyer, 49, Osceola, pled not guilty to disorderly conduct, battery. Court review set for July 17.

Steven Hendzel, 43, Osceola, pled not guilty to resisting/obstructing an officer.

Review set for Aug. 31.

Cindy Holden, 28, Grantsburg, pled not guilty to disorderly conduct. Jury trial set for July 11.

Mark Wardean, 46, pled not guilty to disorderly conduct.

Review set for Aug. 31.

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Employment Polk County civil court The RiverBank, Osceola, plaintiff. Estate of Jason D. Madsen, Luck; Daniel Madsen, special administrator, defendant. Plaintiff seeks mortgage foreclosure for payment of $39,973.20.

JP Morgan Chase Bank, Houston, Texas, plaintiff.

Robert and Melody Christensen, Luck, defendants.

Plaintiff seeks mortgage foreclosure for payment of $427,070.24 plus interest.

Bremer Bank, Amery, plaintiff. Glen and Lisa Jones, Deer Park, defendants. Plaintiff alleges default on bank note and seeks authorization from court for liquidation of collateral to pay against a total due of $6,372.86.

Polk County divorces Patricia Peterson, Isle, and Harold Peterson, Luck. Married 1997. No children.

Jason Draves, Luck, and Carey Draves, Centuria.

Married 1997. Two children.

Randy and Christina Hatella. Married 2005. One

child.

Trina Dorau, New Richmond, and Brian Dorau, Star Prairie.

Married 1995. One child.

Susan and Douglas Brookman, Amery. Married 2000. No children.

HSBC Bank, USA, Inc., Fort Mill, S.C., plaintiff. Timothy Draeger, Centuria, defendant.

Plaintiff seeks mortgage foreclosure for payment of $389,796.99.

Discover Bank, New Albany, Ohio, plaintiff. Allan Kangas, Luck, defendant.

Plaintiff alleges default on a charge account in amount of $8,998.89.

Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Ft. Worth, Texas, plaintiff. Louise and David Pouliot, Luck, defendants. Plaintiff seeks mortgage foreclosure for payment of $141, 285.49.

Daniel J. and Laurinda Anderson, Blaine, Minn., plaintiffs. Richard E. Anderson, St.

Croix Falls, defendant. Plaintiff seeks mortgage foreclosure and sale, alleging default in obligations of land contract with plaintiff in amount of $31,389.58.

Bank of New York Trust Co., Richfield, Minn., plaintiff.

Allen and Sonya Jensen, St. Croix Falls, defendants. Plaintiff seeks mortgage foreclosure for payment of $127,104.38.

Deutsche Bank National Trust Co., Los Angeles, Calif., plaintiff. Jane Haas, Stillwater, Minn., and unknown tenants, 407 Caroll St., Osceola, defendants. Plaintiff seeks mortgage foreclosure for Osceola property for payment of $148,183.48.

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Relay for Life in St. Croix Falls

Cancer survivors walked during the first lap in the St. Croix Falls Relay for Life, June 15, to raise money for cancer research. Laurie Sabel and Dianne Chapman, (L and R) carrying the banner, were the honorary co-chairs for the Relay for Life in St. Croix Falls. Both women have been friends their whole lives and both had the same kind of cancer and spoke at the opening ceremony. Sabel stated, “This is really an emotional night.” Chapman said, “Cancer can’t kill our friendship.” One of last year’s honorary co-chairs, Jim Wildt, who battled skin cancer, passed away recently. A sign at the St. Croix Falls Mini-Golf and Go-Karts on Hwy. 8 reads, “RIP Jim, We’ll Miss You.” –Photos by Tammi Milberg

Each team had different sayings and logos on their shirts, and the survivors who walked are pictured with their individual shirt sayings as they walk around the track.

Debbie Hill (green shirt) gives Joyce Nelson (purple shirt) a hug and a quilt.

Nelson’s team has been the top money raiser at the Relay for Life in the past, and Nelson was recently diagnosed with cancer. The quilt was given in appreciation for her efforts all through the years by Hill, co-chair for the relay event organization, on behalf of the relay committee.

A release of butterflies prior to the relay getting under way has been a tradition for the past few years. This butterfly managed to find its way on to the finger of a child.

SCF Elementary School construction

The elementary school at St. Croix Falls has taken shape. An aerial photo taken last week shows the new front entrance (curved area), the existing building to the right and the new additions on the left and at the back. –Photo by Woody Minar

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Where’s the bank?

Lt. Allison Rogers, 27, of Appleton, is popular in Iraq. The first thing all of the Iraqi soldiers (all men) ask Lt. Rogers when they meet is: “Married?” and “You have baby?” They want to find an American wife, so they can come to the U.S. Second, having children is important in this culture. “The fact there is a female officer is way weird for men here in Iraq,” reporter Wayne Anderson noted. “But people here really like, and respect, Lt. Rogers as she has rank and education. Formal, advanced education is highly regarded here.” – Photo by Wayne M. Anderson.

Notes from Iraq/from page 9

Looking like he means business, Trey Fisher, 5, Frederic, rode into town looking for the local bank last Saturday during the annual Family Days Parade. Trey was joined by his younger sister, Aubrey, who played his sidekick bandit, and his older sister, Alexis, who played the sheriff. The grandchildren of Larry and Nancy Jensen of rural Frederic, they were listed as “Grandpa’s Ponies” among the parade entries, and took a first-place prize. - Photo by Gary King

Bewildered

“Where’s mom?” this fawn seems to be thinking.

Walkosz

– Photo by Dar

to be able to establish the units and have all the equipments we need, I can say two years,” Abdulmahdi said through a U.S. Army interpreter.

The commander said the Iraqi Army is making progress in their ultimate goal of independence from all the Coalition forces.

“We used to depend on the Coalition forces, the American forces, for a long time,” Abdulmahdi said. “But I see in general that the Iraqi Army and the Iraqi units are getting developed every day, and hopefully in the next couple of years, we will be totally dependent on ourselves.”

The colonel stressed the Iraqi Army is not yet prepared to sever ties of support from the Coalition forces, but little by little, more and more, the Iraqi military is making progress towards independence.

“We are conducting missions all over Iraq, from up north to down in the south,” he said. But “we still need some cooperation and some help from the American troops helping us in some logistical issues.”

Part of this goal of military independence is political unity.

“Hopefully if all the differences and disputes between the different political parties in Iraq fade away, and we get to the point that we have national unity and national reconciliation here in Iraq, we’ll get to this point that we’ll be one nation again,” he said.

And if and when this political unity comes to Iraq, then American and Coalition forces can withdraw from Iraq.

He predicts, “this will happen in two years.”

Abdulmahdi said he’s very aware of the growing dissatisfaction in the U.S. concerning the often-stalled progress in Iraq on both the military and political fronts.

He said he is equally aware of recent efforts in Congress to pull the plug on funding the war in Iraq.

He said he understands the frustration on the slow progress but strongly advises against pulling the plug on funding.

“I don’t think it’s quite wise to withdraw the American troops from Iraq right now while the security situation has deteriorated,” he said.

“We need more troops in Baghdad,” he said. “We have to escalate military action in Baghdad, get this terrorism and get rid of it.”

The Iraqi Army is daily training and fighting to rid Iraq of terrorism and violence.

“They are doing their best to get rid of the sectarian violence,” he said. “We want the American troops to finish their job here and to go back home.”

Abdulmahdi said the security situation in several parts of Iraq is very bad and has “deteriorated.” And for Congress to now stop funding the war effort in a precarious

Embedded reporter Wayne Anderson heads out on his first mission late at night. - Special photo time would not be wise.

“You just imagine if they move out today or tomorrow?” he said. “What’s going to happen? It will be maybe civil war in Iraq. It will be much worse in Iraq.

So I don’t recommend this will happen in the near future. That would be unwise.”

(Wayne Anderson of rural Frederic is an embedded reporter with the U.S. Army 1157th Transportation Company at Camp Taji. You can e-mail him in Iraq at: wayneanderson@centurytel.net)

Timothy “Rambo” Skelton of Oshkosh with Iraqi troops during a tour of an Iraqi base. - Photo by Wayne M. Anderson

‘Follow the Leader’

Ju ne 20, 2007 • 2nd Se c t i on B• Inter-County Le a de r

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A move that was meant to be

by Nancy Jappe GRANTSBURG – The Reed School stopped providing learning opportunities for students back in 1919. Now the school building, moved last year to an entrance corner on the Grantsburg School campus, is open again to a new generation of learners.

The old-style desks, blackboards and books are in place, just the way they were nearly 100 years ago. It’s a learning experience just to go into the building and see all the memorabilia that has been collected, almost all of which was once used in schools in the Grantsburg School District.

Now called School District No. 1, the building is being used by students in Grantsburg summer school two hours a day. It is open by appointment at other times. Arrangements can be made by calling Gail Potvin at 715-689-2374 or Clayton and Karen Jorgensen at 715-4635725. The building will also be a good place for class reunions and similar occasions.

The school is an official school, following all the state school requirements and has been checked over by the state. An outside ramp was added to meet a state requirement.

Retired Grantsburg Elementary principal Clayton Jorgensen has long wanted to have modern-day students experience education as it was taught in the oneroom schoolhouses of the past. His idea was to move one of the old schoolhouses onto the current-day school property.

The first school he thought about was the Karlsborg School on CTH D. That school was moved to Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park between Webster and Danbury.

Because of its condition, that school has had to be completely rebuilt.

The 46-star flag in the entrance of the school came from the Trade Lake No. 3 School, the school Gail Potvin’s father attended. The bell is the original bell from the Reed School, minus the clapper which had been removed.

The tool box on the floor, which is older than the school, holds carpentry tools that would have been used to make repairs at the time the school was in use.

an asbestos plan to make sure there was none in the building. The building was stored in the town of West Marshland until the decision about its location was made.

The emphasis was to not only have a museum but to have a building that would be used for educational purposes.

Jim Evrard, historical society board member, was very concerned about saving the building as it was, and he was concerned about the building being isolated at a location in the town of West Marshland.

The historical society made three tries at moving the building. The first time didn’t work out because mover Wayne Lake’s mother died. The day for the second moved turned out to have 100-degree temperatures. On the third try, during the second week in August 2006, the move into Grantsburg was finally accomplished.

In March or April of this year, society members started working on the building. The local nursery has agreed to provide bushes and plants similar to what would have been there 100 years ago (i.e. lilacs).

The Reed School, now School District No. 1, which operated from 1910 to 1919, became part of the Grantsburg School campus following a move from the town of West Marshland Aug. 30, 2006. – Photos by Nancy Jappe The school is moved The Reed School was moved Aug. 30, 2006, to its current place of honor near the Hwy. 70 entrance to the Grantsburg School complex. Mrs. Wedin owned that land on the corner. Jorgensen talked to her. He was afraid that area might become a park.

Mrs. Wedin’s great aunt had been a teacher at the Reed School. The Wedin family agreed to sell the land to the school. Family members came over to help Jorgensen clean up the grounds.

“We want this school to represent all rural schools. It’s not special because it was the Reed School. It’s such a perfect school, and represents all rural schools that Clayton (Jorgensen) wrote about,” commented Grantsburg Historical Society President Gail Potvin.

Clayton Jorgensen has put together a 200-page booklet detailing the history of the Grantsburg schools from 1862 to 2007, with a picture and history of almost all of the school buildings. Copies of the book, when it is ready for distribution, will be sold to raise money for the oldschool maintenance.

Potvin would like to have someone take a wide-angle photograph to show the old school in relationship to the newer buildings on the Grantsburg campus. She knows that this will tell the story of what the school district, in conjunction with the historical society, is trying to portray.

The school district has agreed to take care of the grounds. The Grantsburg Area Historical Society will bear the burden of maintenance. Historical society members went to the school and village boards regarding the schoolhouse. Greg Peer, one of the historical society board

members, negotiated the sale with the West Marshland Town Board to make the sale agreement all-inclusive, covering desks, chairs, toilets, erasers, slate blackboard, stove, everything. The town board agreed. The next thing to set up was the location.

There was a misunderstanding by some people in the beginning, people who didn’t want an old building to detract from the rest of the Grantsburg School campus.

There had to be a foundation plan and

Reed School history The building that was later named the Reed School was built in 1909 next to the old Bayfield Road and Smith Stopping Place northeast of Grantsburg. That road is now called James Road.

The school was named for Tom Reed, a Civil War veteran who lived near the school with his wife, Ellennora. The Reeds ran a stopping place for travelers, called the Plumdale Stopping Place, on the Bayfield Road.

The school, which could hold 30 students, opened in 1910. Tillie Trozelle was the teacher. By 1913, 14 was the average daily attendance. Trozelle earned $320 for her work. In that year, the school had 51 books in its library.

By 1919, people had started moving away from the area. Due to a lack of students, both the Reed and the Peet schools See Reed School, page 2

Three people who have been involved with the moving of the former Reed School to the Grantsburg School campus, Gail Potvin and Greg Peer from the Grantsburg Area Historical Society in the front row, and retired Grantsburg Elementary principal Clayton Jorgensen behind them, sat in the 1898-vintage school desks as they discussed the school and its place in the educational life of Grantsburg.

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Reed School from page 1 closed in 1919. Students were sent to the Ekdal and Lincoln schools. For a couple years after that, until the new Oak Ridge School was ready, the school district rented the Reed School from the township.

In 1921, the school district sold the Reed Schoolhouse, outbuildings and stove to the town of West Marshland. In 1923, the schoolhouse was moved 2.5 miles west to CTH F. It was put on log sleds that were pulled by six big teams of horses. From that time, until 2006, the building was used as the West Marshland Town Hall.

In 2006, after deciding to build a new town hall, the people of West Marshland donated the school building to the Grantsburg Historical Society. A cement crawl space was put underneath to better stabilize the building.

Volunteers are needed to help with maintenance of the schoolhouse. The project from June 9-23 was scraping and painting the outside of the schoolhouse.

The Grantsburg Area Historical Society runs five buildings, all with no paid help.

The members love it when people offer to help with projects.

About the furnishings The flagpole outside the school is from 1930 and at one time stood outside the Bass Lake School. The bell tower atop the school was built by Bob Kallman.

Jorgensen donated the bell that the tower holds. The original bell from the Reed School, minus the clapper, can be seen in the schoolhouse entrance.

This list of donors to the Grantsburg one-room school project is not complete yet as more and more people are becoming interested and donating to the project.

Gail Potvin brought some donated books for Clayton Jorgensen to look at when the two met at the old school Monday, June 11.

A row of old desks from the White School are set in a row in the center of the schoolhouse. Grantsburg banker Stan Peer bought the desks for his children’s playhouse. “We used them, and now they are back in school,” said Peer’s son, Greg.

Among the books is a 1908 geometry book and a 1904 teacher book, “Glimpses of a Child.” There are McGuffey readers dating back to 1870. That is only mentioning a few. “We have got quite a collection of nice original books,” Jorgensen

said.

Vernon Peterson donated the blackboard from the Mud Hen Lake School.

Vintage desks from 1898 came from the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Grantsburg.

There’s a state government Blue Book from 1909, the first plat map (1914) put out by Baker Land and Title. There’s also a 1915 copy of the schedule for the day that came from the Bass Lake School There’s a slate blackboard from either Falun or Grantsburg that took three men to put up. An original school clock from 1895 was donated by a Siren woman.

The original teacher’s desk is there. The history of the Hickerson School is told through a display on wall. Classes were first set up there after early settler from the east Jack Hickerson came back from the Civil War. There’s a Civil War bayonet that had been found on the Skog property. There’s a tool box, wood box and other items donated by Harriette Wagman that had belonged to her husband, Clarence.

The stove from the Reed School is still in the building. The wood floors were painstakingly refinished by Greg Peer.

Inscribed brick sale A fundraising drive is going on now by the Grantsburg Area Historical Society by selling red bricks in two sizes – 4” x 8” and 8” x 8”. The bricks will be used

to form a walkway from the parking area to the school entrance. The 4’ x 8’ brick has space for three lines of letters, the 8” x 8” for five lines of letters. Each letter is three-fourths of an inch tall. Gifts of $50 or more will pay for each smaller brick, $100 for each larger brick. People can donate as many bricks as they wish by sending a check to the historical society at P.O. Box 35, Grantsburg 54893.

“The fund drive is going well,” Potvin said.

Benefits of the schoolhouse “The education part is special. Kids learn so much about the past,” Jorgensen said. “An old school on campus — not many schools have anything like it on their campus.”

“It’s a plus for the town to have the school district we have,” Potvin commented. “The teachers are excited about the summer school program,” Peer added.

“It is fun (when) people who objected come in and see the schoolhouse. I don’t think people could imagine what it would look like here,” Potvin went on to say.

“This is something that was meant to be. We didn’t get the Karlsborg School, but this is better,” Jorgensen added.

Photos by Nancy Jappe

This teacher’s desk is the original desk from the Reed School. Everything on the desk is as it would have been between 1910 and 1919.

Items that would have been carried into the school, i.e. lunch boxes, are lined up on a shelf in the entrance.

The location of the Reed School in the town of West Marshland is marked on the first county plat map, a 1914 plat map put out by Baker Land and Title.

This is the view you would see if you were looking into the former Reed School, now to be called School District No. 1.

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The Huge One That Didn’t Get Away

by Gary Lumsden No bait was used to bring in that huge fish. But patience and perseverance won the prize.

I was about 11 years and lived threequarters of a mile from Deer Lake. My friend, Betty, and her sister lived on the north shore. Betty was about a year and a half older and her sister, Carmele, about 15 months younger than me.

Betty was a tomboy, who liked chasing squirrels, rabbits, and watching the birds. She loved nature and enjoyed being in the woods. Carmele was the opposite. She liked playing house.

Betty would say, “Gary doesn’t want to play house. You can come with us or stay home alone.”

Carmele didn’t want to stay home alone but wasn’t happy tagging along with us either. Often she’d whine and complain about us walking too fast, getting too far ahead of her, etc.

Not far from their home we discovered a tree bent over the water. We crawled onto the tree nearly to the end.

One day when we were sitting on the tree, we saw a huge fish in the water beneath the tree resting in the shade of its branches. Neither of us had ever seen such a huge fish.

At first the fish swam away briskly, but it got used to seeing us on the overhanging tree and stayed in the shade.

Sometimes it would swim around under the tree. But soon it did not move when we lingered on the tree, legs dangling over the water.

Carmele stayed on the shore, looking

bored.

Intrigued by the huge fish, we abandoned many of our trips into the woods and went to the lake instead. We watched that fish for a couple of months. It became unafraid of us as we sat on the tree. That fish was becoming an obsession.

“It would be good eating,” Betty said one day. “I think it’s northern.

So began our plot to catch the huge fish.

Days went by. Betty began to drop pebbles into the water. At first the fish would swim away. When it became used to that, she increased the size of the stones. Soon she was dropping quarter-sized stones into the water. Unless the stone touched the fish, it wouldn’t swim away.

One day Betty came to our farm. We were exploring the area above our garage when we found three old fishing tackle boxes that belonged to my grandfather, who had been an avid fisherman. I’d heard many stories about his fishing trips from my dad.

Curious, we opened the tackle boxes.

In one of them, we found something we thought would catch our huge fish. It was a lure that had three very large hooks formed in a circle then fastened to a large eye. It looked vicious. It was larger than the palm of my hand.

Heavy fishing line was in the tackle box too. When I showed my dad what we wanted to do, he told us the fishing line was too old. So Betty asked her mother to buy new line the next day

when she went to town.

Dad tied the new line into the hooks and made a knot that wouldn’t slip.

“We’ll catch that fish now,” Betty said enthusiastically. My dad smiled.

With our plan in mind, we gathered broken maple and oak limbs about 2-1/2 to 3 inches in diameter and about three feet long. We laid them on the shore near the bent-over tree.

I brought my dad’s leather gauntlets. I was afraid if we caught that huge fish, I wouldn’t be able to hold onto the fishing line.

Gloves would help.

I brought an old, blunt, short-handled ax. Betty brought a large knife. We were prepared to catch that fish.

Betty crawled onto the bent-over tree and dangled her legs over the side as we usually did. She grasped the vicious-looking lure. Slowly she lowered it into the water beside the fish. The fish didn’t move. We waited.

When she had those hooks just right, she gave the line a hard jerk upward.

They caught into the gill of the fish.

“Gary, pull it in!” she screamed.

I began pulling the heavy fishing line.

It pulled hard. I pulled and pulled. Sliding in the sand, I slipped forward. I backed up and pulled more.

Betty scurried off the tree to help me.

The fish was fighting hard. We pulled until we had it on the sand about eight feet from the water.

Carmele was supposed to hit the fish’s head with the sticks we’d gathered. But she kept swinging and miss-

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ing the fish every time. She was breaking the sticks and screaming all the while. The fish flopped around so violently, I was afraid it would get back into the water.

Betty let loose of the fishing line and grabbed a stick and hit the fish in the head. The stick broke. She grabbed another and hit it twice more.

Carmele kept screaming and jumping around.

When the fish no longer moved, I let go of the line. We chopped off its head and tail with the blunt ax. With the knife, we cut the body open, gutted the fish, then rinsed it with lake water.

The huge fish was about three feet long after the head and tail had been removed.

Now came the task to carry the fish to the house. I picked up the fish. It was heavy. I carried it up a grade and that wasn’t easy. Betty talked about how good it was going to taste. Carmele followed far behind, whining.

When we came to the girls’ home, Betty laid newspapers on the table and I put the fish on the papers. Betty’s mother took charge of our catch. I had to go home and do chores.

Both of our mothers discussed the menu. A couple of days later, my dad, mother, brother and I went to the girls’ home for supper. My mother brought mashed potatoes, vegetables and bread.

Betty’s mother baked the fish and supplied the rest of the meal. We ate and ate. The fish was delicious.

Patience and perseverance had caught the huge one that didn’t get away.

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Kinship mentor program makes an impression WEBSTER – One of the members of the Kids in Kinship program, offered through Kinship of Burnett County, paid tribute to his mentor in a letter recently.

Thirteen-year-old Rusty Matrious of Danbury wrote the following letter, written for a Kinship contest: This is a super neat opportunity for me to thank Joann, Ben and Scott Treichel for being the best mentors ever.

Since 2002 they have shared not only with me but included my sisters because their family cares about all of us, not just me. Sure, I have my special times with them, just for me, but we have special times all together, too.

Even Scott, Ben’s dad, helps and he’s not official. As an unofficial mentor, he helps out when he can, and sets a great example for all of us.

Ben and his mom give all they can even when they have to use their private time, after work and in between school.

Ben is farther away now at college. It kind of makes it harder but he still makes time for me and my sisters. He works when he’s home for vacation but Scott filled in for him at work, and we had fun!

I’ve spent time in their home, playing games, watching movies, making things.

My sisters, too. Making cookies and eat-

Rusty Matrious and his Kinship mentor, Ben Treichel. – Photo

by Sherill Summer

ing them. They’re there when I need someone to talk with and really listen.

They don’t boss me, but give me good advice. Jo, Ben and Scott set good exam-

ples for me and my sisters. Sometimes I forget to follow them, but I try.

We’ve been swimming, fishing, bowling, to the circus when I was younger,

movies, great four-wheeling, snow sliding, ice skating, to Wild Mountain, golfing and much more. All those snacks, meals out and great home cooking!

They even share their holidays with us. Special times, Christmas, Easter, Halloween and birthdays. Joan, Ben and Scott never forget us.

Best of all they want to, not because they have to.

Even when they’re hurt or had operations, like not long ago, Jo and Ben forgot their pain and made time for us.

Thank you for this chance to thank them and let them know how much we care for them.

When Ben or Jo bring us back they always say, “We had a great time and best of all Jo, Ben and Scott mean it. Thanks for making a difference in my life and my whole family’s life.

Rusty Matrious PS – Even if I don’t win the movie prize, the biggest prize is their love and friendship. Ben’s a regular guy. He doesn’t think he’s better than me. He just wants me to do my best and have fun! I even went to his college!

Polk Conty Fair sign contest: A Blue Ribbon Affair POLK COUNTY - The Polk County Fair Board is sponsoring an outdoor sign contest to promote the Polk County Fair.

The sign must be at least 4x8 feet and must include the Polk County Fair dates of July 26-29, St. Croix Falls, and your club name must appear on the sign.

The signs should be up by July. The sign needs to be on private land – and not on the road right of way. Please contact landowners for permission.

Submit a color 8X10 photograph of your sign and the location by July 13 to Judy Bainbridge, 2267 170th Street, Luck,

WI 54853 or e-mail to paul-tractos@lakeland.ws, phone 715-825-2207.

Judging will be based on creativity and advertisement value and will be done by the Polk County Fair Board. Only new signs will be judged for the first-place award of $200 or the second place of

$100. All clubs that submit a photo will receive $25 for one sign. Signs should be taken down by Aug. 10. - submitted

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River Road Ramblings

collected by Russ Hanson

Entertainment at Trade Lake School No. 5

by Stanley Selin The Trade Lake Parent Teachers Association occasionally provided community entertainment after the PTA business meeting. In the 1930s, musical selections, skits and plays were often presented on a temporary stage in one of the classrooms. One notable play was the “Spinster’s Convention”, produced in 1938. The actors are identified in the first picture shown below. The setting of the play was in the early 1900s, requiring the ladies to wear old-fashioned Victorian-style dresses. These clothes were borrowed from people in the Trade Lake area. Remarkably, these clothes had been stored away since the turn of the century.

There also was a memorable and very funny skit produced about a scene in a hospital operating room, but few people remain who remember it. I saw it when I was about 10 years old. What I remember was that there was a “sick” fellow (Einar Swanson) laying with a sheet over him with a large balloon under the sheet. The “doctor” (Little August Anderson) slowly pumped up the balloon with a tire pump until it burst, causing hilarious laughter from

The spinsters were all trying to get the attention of one bachelor, played by Ellsworth “Swede” Sundquist. The woman in white, Grace Okerlund, probably was the spinster who caught the bachelor. L to R: Leone Runberg, Alveda Larson, Leona Ziemer, Blanche Peterson, Arlette Oberg, Grace Okerlund, Ruth Tollander, Jeanette Eckberg, Not Identified, Ethel Selin, Amy Ryss and Opal Anderson. Sitting: Ellsworth Sundquist. - Photo from the Selin collection

the audience. Even the doctor and patient could not keep from laughing. The remaining photos shown below are taken of the people who had a part in a play about a wedding.

Unfortunately, after almost 70 years, any memories of this play have faded.

Most of the participants, however, have been identified.

••• Don’t forget the Sterling Picnic, Sunday June 24, potluck at the Cushing Community Center. Doors open at 11 a.m. We will have a lot of old pictures from the area, demonstrations of broom

Behind: Charles Ziemer, Arlene Peterson, Hjalmer Sundquist, Lena Sundquist, Elvira Larson, Blanche Peterson, Elaine Larson and Edwin “Happy” Johnson. Front: Not identified, Velda Larson, Ferendo Ortendahl, “Little” August Anderson and Gunnard Swanson. - Photo courtesy of Delores

Standing: Elaine Larson, Blanche Peterson, Velda Larson, Arlene Peterson, Not identified, Elvira Larson and Lena Sundquist. Sitting: Alveda Larson and “Little” August Anderson. - Photo courtesy of Delores Ziemer.

making, spinning, churning and century families, recognition of those over age 70 and a lot of fun. Pastor Arndt will be the speaker. He just retired from 30 years plus of being the Cushing Lutheran minister. Sterling once covered the whole of northern Polk, Burnett and Washburn counties so consider yourself invited if you read this notice or hear about it anywhere else. SELHS will have a special deal on books with premiums for membership renewals.

The Luck Area Historical Society is hosting the Red Schoolhouse at the Polk County fair this year. We would like all the local history societies, genealogy society, and other cultural, educational and other organizations to help us with displays, demonstrations and people to host the schoolhouse and make it the cultural center of the fair. There is room for inside and outside displays and activities. Contact Russ Hanson at 715488-2776 for more information.

Alveda Larson and Hjalmer Sundquist. - Photo courtesy of Delores Ziemer

Alveda Larson, Vera Sjoberg, Myrtle Sjoberg, Walter Lindberg, Lena Sundquist and Blanche Peterson. - Photo courtesy of Delores Ziemer

Standing: Merlyn Lindberg, Walter Lindberg, Blanche Peterson, Arlene Peterson, Velda Larson, Vera Sjoberg, Elvira Larson, Elaine Larson and Alveda Larson. Sitting: Einar Swanson, Ferendo Ortendahl and Gunnard Swanson. - Photo courtesy of Delores Ziemer

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Christina of West Sweden I have just finished reading the book “Christina” by Olive Marion Summers Nelson. It is the true story of a woman who came from the province of Smaland in Sweden in the fall of 1881 when she was 27 years old. She eventually made her way to West Sweden overlooking Diamond Lake where she Bernice met Carl Gustaf Friberg, a Abrahamzon young bachelor living in his own little log cabin.

Before long Christina and Carl were married, and Christina brought a woman’s touch to the bachelor cabin. In time, a son, Ernest Wilhelm Friberg, was born, then another son, Martin Alban followed by a little girl, Jennie Mathilda.

There were dark days and bright days for the young family. The log cabin was eventually replaced by a two-story white house. The log church was eventually replaced by an imposing white church building, and years later the money was available to add a proper belfry/spire.

I am visualizing all this in my mind, reliving the early days of settlers in this area, excited to read names like Stina Grimh, Emma Friberg and Johanna Bjorkman. Stories of early farming, making rag rugs, Julotta, picking berries, maple syrup, catching prize fish in Diamond Lake.

I have stepped into a different century, relating it to today’s family news and homesites.

Years pass quickly. Christina’s brother Carl, comes to help her with the workload. Ernest drops out of school to help with the farm. He eventually grows up, meets Katie Hanson of Clam Falls and they marry.

Now you are probably putting the pieces together.

Ernest and Katie have sons Charlie and Nealie and they grow up and marry respectively Ruby and Eleanor. I am really excited about all the relationships, how life is like a ball of yarn, unwinding, adding lives to the story.

The author recently phoned me to tell about her book, saying she intends to donate a copy to the Frederic Public Library. I told her I’d be among the first to check it out once it was on the shelves.

Christina was a hardworking, amazing woman and a good Christian.

However, I mentioned the book to Doris Lindquist,

BEHIND THE

SIGNPOST

who said she had a copy and had already read it several times, and she promptly loaned it to me. I started reading it on Monday and finished it on Tuesday, then backtracked to read favorite chapters again.

Connections are something else again. When we lived in downtown Lewis, our neighbors were Ruby and Charlie Freeberg. My own three little boys were just automatically drawn over to their house to see them. Ruby let them help make dough (yeast) boys, cookies, etc.

I didn’t have the privilege of knowing Earnest, but I knew Katie. What a remarkable woman, in her 90s, approaching 100.

My own grandmother, Hilma, came from Sweden, and I remember certain Swedish words, spoken and written in her letters. So it’s a delight to come across kara (dear), skorpa (toast), Midsummer’s Day, mor mor, etc. Somehow, through my own grandmother and her coming to America, I can relate to the book “Christina.”

You know how I save everything, and the other day I came across the wedding story of Ernest and Katie dated July 3, 1913, in the Frederic Star.

I had copied it years ago from the bound volume.

Read on…

Those who attended the Friberg-Hanson wedding at the Hanson place at Clam Falls last Saturday report an elegant time. At 3 p.m. the bridal couple escorted by the Misses Alice Hanson and Jennie Friberg, Messrs Hans Hanson and Charley Bloom, marched into the front room to the tune of the “Swedish Guard March” played by the Svea Band.

Rev. Otterson of Grantsburg now held the center of the stage, and after a few preliminaries and some suspense, flattered the whole courtship by declaring Miss Kate Hanson and Mr. Earnest J. Friberg man and wife. An elaborate dinner was served and refreshments always at hand. The happy couple received many valuable presents as a token of the high esteem in which both are held. A free dance in the Lewis hall in the evening was well attended and, although quite hot, was much enjoyed. Congratulations. (The Frederic Star, July 3, 1913) (Note: What a coincidence that I copied that wedding story and saved it. For a few hours I was in another age and place.)

Until next week, Bernice

Goal almost attained at St. Croix Falls Bloodmobile ST. CROIX FALLS - With a goal of 65 units of blood, the Red Cross was just short with 60 pints collected at the June 6 blood drive held at American Legion Post 143 in St. Croix Falls. If all 69 potential donors would have been eligible, the goal would have been exceeded.

The main cause for otherwise healthy donors being deferred from giving blood is a low hemoglobin level. Potential donors are urged to eat iron-rich foods for several days prior to the blood drive to help them reach the minimum level required by the Red Cross.

Danielle Spengler gave her first donation and Vern Everson was presented with an 8-gallon pin.

The area Bloodmobile was once again successful due

to all of the volunteer help and assistance. Organizations and individuals to be recognized include hosts American Legion Post 143; canteen operation and supper came from the St. Croix Falls Lioness Club and MarketPlace Foods. Help with publicity came from St. Croix Falls E.M.S.- Lifelink III, SCF high school FACE volunteer Paige Dillman, Marcie Marquardt, Bank Mutual and Eagle Valley Bank. Bloodmobile coordinators are Terry Anderson and Liesel Virchow. Blood donation information can be found at the American Red Cross-North Central Blood Services Web site at: www.givebloodgivelife.org or by calling 1-800-GIVELIFE. - submitted

Falun Community Reunion is Saturday FALUN – The Falun Community Reunion will be held Saturday, June 23. It’s a celebration of the 139th anniversary of Falun and includes a reunion of all Falunites.

It will be held at the First Baptist Church in North Falun starting at 2 p.m. There will be a program of sharing memories, a PowerPoint presentation of old

Falun pictures, followed by coffee and refreshments.

Falunites from throughout the U.S. will be coming to revisit their hometown and to rekindle the fellowship of old acquaintances. For further information contact Shirley Rae Nelson at 715-463-3625 or Annette Hanson at 715-689-2776. - submitted

Historical society’s ice-cream social set ALPHA - This year the historical society invites everyone to enjoy the hospitality of Shamus and Virginia Hennessey, proprietors of Smoland Prairie Homestead, for the historical society’s annual ice cream social.

The social is set for Sunday, June 24, from 2 to 4 p.m.

at 11658 Hwy. 70, across from Burnett Dairy.

Join them for complimentary ice cream, cake and beverages on the grounds of their historic farmstead, located in Alpha. Guests may tour the operating bed and breakfast and purchase items from their bakery and meat shop. - submitted

Do you remember ?

Compiled by Bernice Abrahamzon

50 Years Ago Aluminum and steel Starcraft boats were available at Northland Outfitters, Big Clam Lake, Siren.-Rudell Motors in Frederic had a sale on reconditioned used cars and trucks, including the 1957 Ford V-8 Fairlane 500, 1951 Nash Fordor, 1947 Willys Station Wagon and 1950 Pontiac four door.-The Cantorians Chorus gave a concert at the Frederic High School auditorium on June 9 to benefit the Grace Lutheran Church building fund.-Erickson’s in Milltown had specials on radishes at 3 bunches for 10¢ and 10-lbs. sugar for 99¢.-The second-annual Coomer Old Settlers picnic was held June 18 in the Siren park. The picnic was organized two years ago as a memorial to Mrs. Fred Hunter of Frederic for her esteem for her neighbors and friends for over 70 years.-Danbury will vote on school integration with Webster.-Obituaries included Martin Monson, 78, Evelyn Spellman, David Haight.A wedding dance was given at the Hertel Country Club on June 8 for Duane Taylor and Velores Orton.The June special at Carlson Hardware, Frederic, was a flameproof glass iced tea and coffee maker at $1.89.Harold Owens, Lorain, was featured as a typical Polk County dairy farmer.-About $3,000 in damages occurred when a bulldozer was dumped in Sommers Creek due to a soft shoulder that gave way.

40 Years Ago Specials at the Clover Farm Store, Frederic, included bacon at 69¢ lb., potatoes at 10 lbs. for 69¢ and round steak at 77¢ lb.-Obituraries included John Dziok, Daniel McLeod and Ludvig Jensen.-The film, “Hombre” starring Paul Newmam, was playing at the Auditorium Theatre, St. Croix Falls.-A dance was held at the West Sweden Hall on June 3 with music by the Merry Makers.-A dance was June 3 at Indian Creek with music by The Badger Dutchmen.-Specials at Route’s Market, Frederic, included cantaloupe at 3 for $1, potato chips at 39¢-lb. box and pork and beans at 5¢ for a 16-oz. tin.-Aluminum sheets used in production at the Inter-County Leader were sold at 25¢ each. They had many uses such as patching holes in buildings, etc.-Siren school administrator Earl O. Peterson, drowned in Clear Lake. The community was saddened by his death. It is believed he had gone fishing and somehow fallen from his boat.-Obituaries included Martin E. O’Donnell and Lida Kuhnly.Help was wanted at McNally Bros. Machine & Gear, Grantsburg, for experienced machine operators, lathe, mill, grinder, etc.-Polk-Burnett Electric held open house on June 17.-Don Schwartz Ford was a new car agency in Luck Village.-Specials at the Frederic Co-op Store included fish sticks at 39¢ for an 8oz. box, Co-op coffee at 3 lbs. for $1.79 and canned vegetables at 5 for $1.

20 Years Ago A report on Burnett County Traffic Court filled a whole page.-Trucks may be held to 55 mph.-There was a new Smokey the Bear sign at Danbury.-The Webster School Board headed for Iowa festival.Harold and Alice Morse held an open house for their 50th wedding anniversary at the Burnett County Senior Citizens Center on May 2.-Money was now available to replace failing Polk County sewers.-Allen Hayman of Frederic, was going to Badger Boys State and Paulette Zuniga of Frederic, was going to Badger Girls State this summer.-Jule Zinn was featured as “Girl Scout Grandma” in Frederic.-Business of the week featured Jerry and Karen Dolen, owners of the Parts Center, Frederic. They purchased it from Tom and Naomi Kilbourne. The store was previously Schaul’s Shoe Store.-National Hospital Week was observed May 6 at the Frederic Municipal Hospital with free tours of the facility.-Lloyd and Earlene Wikstrom observed their golden wedding anniversary with open house at the home of their son and his wife, Darryl and Loueen, at West Sweden. The honored couple were married April 25, 1937, at Pilgrim Lutheran Church, Frederic.-Obituaries included Emil Erickson, Rita Ann Arellano and Philip Klas.-Harley and Doris Hansen observed their golden wedding anniversary at the Milltown Community Center on April 25.

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Why only No. 1 and No. 2s?

Do you wonder why only No. 1 and No. 2 plastic bottles with necks are accepted here for recycling in Burnett and Washburn counties? Why don’t all plastic containers have a place in recycling markets? The answer is; in some places they do!

Almost all plastic products are imprinted with a resin code — a small number enclosed by the triangular “chasing arrows” symbol. This code can be misleading, since it is not intended to indicate that the plastic is recyclable. Rather, the resin code is used by the plastics industry to indicate the general type of chemical compound used to make the product. The resin codes were adopted by the Society of the Plastics Industry in 1988 to provide an industrywide standard that would make it easier to identify and sort recyclable plastic. As the SPI points out on its Web site, “The code was not intended to be — nor was it ever promoted as — a guarantee to consumers that a given item bearing the code will be accepted for recycling in their community.”

Although there are only seven resin codes, there are actually thousands of different types of plastic. Different combinations of dyes and additives can be added to the basic resin to produce a desired color, shape and texture in the final product. These variations in the manufacturing process lead to different melting points and other properties within the same resin code. To be made into another product, plastic must be carefully sorted by type. Combining different types of plastic renders it useless for manufacturing. The technology exists to recycle most kinds of plastic, but a lack of infra-

structure prevents all but the most widespread kinds of plastic from being recycled.

For recycling to work, communities must be able to cost effectively colJen Barton lect and sort plastic, and businesses must be willing to accept the material for processing. Right Reycling now, only a few kinds of plastic Control have the supply Commission and market conditions that make recycling feasible.

In Washburn and Burnett counties, as in most communities, only bottles with necks, marked with resin codes one or two, are collected for recycling. This is because plastic bottles are “blowmolded,” while plastic tubs are “injectionmolded.” Containers without necks, such as tubs, trays, deli containers and yogurt containers are not recyclable here, even if they are marked with a one or a two.

Again, variations in the manufacturing process lead to different melting points and other properties within the same resin code. The different additives used in each process mean the two cannot be mixed during recycling. Bottle caps, which are not the same kind of plastic as the bottles, must be removed and thrown away. If you can’t recycle a container, use it for something else. Try reuse…it makes you feel good!

I extend an invitation to residents of NW Wisconsin to send me an e-mail (a question or a comment) to jbarton@nwrpc.com and I will answer your question via this column.

EARTH NOTES

Cloverton - Markville 320-242-3933 Welcome home to Clara Lilly! After spending a few weeks recuperating at the Pine Medical Center in Sandstone, Minn., following a fall, she is now home in Markville. She uses a cane these days and her family comes up every weekend to see how she’s doing. On June 11, Pam, Tom and Pete Ellwein took her to Hooties for a chicken dinner. It was a special day for Clara as Pam had also ordered a birthday cake.

Annie Coveau, daughter of Peggy and Ken, grew up out here in the little community of Cloverton and on June 9, over 400 guests attended her wedding at Forts Folle Avoine. Annie was walked down the aisle by her father, Ken, as she married Mike Raskie of Litchfield, Minn. Her sister, Alicia, was her maid of honor and bridal attendants included Stephanie Janssen, a cousin, Katie Schroeder and Donna Sayler, good friends of the bride, and Melissa Baron, sister of the groom. Mike chose five longtime friends to serve as his best men.

Little Hannah Janssen and Maddie Rollie were flower girls. Three of Annie’s cousins, Jeremy, Troy and Justin Coveau, were ushers.

The wedding day was also the 51st anniversary of grandparents, Peg and Clint Coveau, so that made the day even more special. Annie’s aunt, her mom’s sister, Roberta Scanlon, performed the ceremony.

Both the ceremony itself and the lovely reception afterwards were centered around a theme of nature with fresh flowers on every table and a perfect summer day making it memorable. At dark, the guests were each given sparklers, which made for a beautiful scene.

Peggy and Ken would like to thank everyone who worked preparing for the big event. The newlyweds will be living in Duluth, Minn. All of us out here wish Annie and Mike a long and happy life together.

Jan Streiff would like to thank the people who have helped around her home this month. Brom Griffin came down from Duluth, Minn., and planted her little lilac bush and did some yard work. Then, on the day of the big wind storm, Don Mishler spent a

Fran Levings couple of hours clearing her driveway of downed trees so she could get back to her place. Lastly, Fran and Dave Baker, with grandsons Mitchel, Coleton and Justin, came one day to plant her annuals and continue cleaning debris from her yard.

Esther and Jim Vink had a wonderful time at the graduation and reception for granddaughter Lonna from East Central High School on June 3. Lonna was salutatorian and will attend St. Scholastica College pursuing a degree in nursing. Roger and Ruth Vink and Delores Chartrand came from Balsam Lake for the event also.

Two visits from daughters have provided some fun for the Merimontes. First of all, Barb and Pat Haynes came from Montemedi, Minn., and took Darlene (Pete chose not to go), for a meal at the Channel House on Hwy. 70. Then Bonnie Sebenaler came from Pine City, Minn., and they all had a delicious barbeque.

Mark Allen and his wife, Paula, came up from Blaine to help do some yard work for mom and dad, Jim and Helen. A good visit was included in the day.

Allen Wolfe reports having three turkeys in his yard. This was a first for him. Then, one day they watched a mother and cub bear lying, for over 45 minutes, by the bird feeder eating sunflower seeds. Granddaughter Danielle, 7, and Allen went to the Hay Creek Outpost one day for cheese steaks.

After a day shopping in Superior and a day for Frank to see the dentist and his sister Louise, the Schaafs spent a whirlwind two days over in west central Minnesota. It began in New Ulm visiting two of Mary’s brothers, then to Arlington to see her sister and husband. Following an overnight in New Ulm, they celebrated the birthday of their brother-in-law and attended the annual Farm and Home breakfast at their nephew’s place. Then on to Kimball to see Frank’s brother Ed, then finished the trip with some shopping in St. Cloud.

Mel and Eleanor Elliott are just doing farm work these days.

Do a little rain dance, wherever you are.

TOWN TALK/ COUNTRY CHATTER Webster Senior Center

Mary Klar

Thelma Klugow attended her annual Espeseth family reunion on Sunday at Prairie Farm with 200 family members present.

She said that the food was plentiful and delicious and everyone had a wonderful time.

Monday was another quiet day at the center, and daughter Heather, Ricky and Gabrielle accompanied me to Stillwater where the “bone doctor” mercifully took my heavy cast off and replaced it with a much lighter removable one that I can take off for therapy. We enjoyed a nice lunch at Joseph’s Restaurant, but then came right home because it was so hot.

Eldora Brown kindly drove Mert Kisselburg and me to the Grantsburg Senior Center Wednesday morning for the monthly Burnett County Aging Nutrition Advisory Project Council meeting. Also attending were aging director Lois Taylor, Helen Johnson, Grantsburg, Cora DeJong and Glenna Hauger, Siren, and Dee Trautman representing the A & H Senior Center. Nutritionist Sarah Miller is still on maternity leave after giving birth to her son, James Douglas Miller. Helen reported that the Grantsburg center is doing well with some of the residents of BMC Continuing Care Center being brought down for meals on Monday, and some residents of Shady Knoll Nursing Home attending their monthly evening meal. All centers reported that the nutrition program is doing well with no complaints. Menus for July and August were reviewed with no adjustments. After the meeting was over we all stayed and enjoyed the meal prepared by site manager/cook Judi Nater.

Wednesday dime bingo at the Webster center was well attended again and I even made it for the second game. Everyone enjoyed the refreshments, especially the cake furnished by Helen Sellman.

Daughter Heather again drove me to New Richmond on Thursday for a post-op checkup for my earlier eye laser surgery but this time the grandkids were not happy campers and also not so “grand.” This hot, muggy weather all week has left many people in moods better left unmentioned. On top of that, our central air at home is not doing well, and I’m waiting for the repairman in an unmentionable state of mind. I probably should be spending the time reading those self-help books I bought last week! The regular pool and card players were again at the center Thursday evening and had tons of fun and enjoyed lots of goodies.

Margel Ruck and neighbor Dorothy were among those attending the dairy breakfast

at the Burdick farm, Clam Falls on Saturday. Margel’s grandson, Logan, had spent the week with her but was back with his parents at the cabin so did not accompany them. Margel enjoyed fishing with him several times, but I think Grandma was looking forward to a long, uninterrupted nap.

Thursday, June 28, is our next Dining at Five evening meal and Deb is serving Italian spaghetti, coleslaw, garlic bread and dessert. Please call 715-866-5300 as early as possible for your reservation. In addition, the annual Burnett County Senior Citizen Picnic at Siren Crooked Lake Park is set for Wednesday, July 18, at noon so be sure to register in advance at your own senior site for this. The price is $3.25 and you can also use your prepurchased lunch tickets.

Don’t forget, Red Hatters, the next Ravishing Rubies Red Hat luncheon is at noon on Tuesday, June 26, at The Tracks Restaurant, 7916 Hwy. 70 West, Spooner.

Our special gratitude is extended to Tony Saladis for donating a bag of aluminum cans; Lily Gleason-bag of paperback books; and Jay Heyer for a plate of cake from the 50th wedding anniversary party of his parents, Maurey and Barb Heyer.

Our get-well wishes and prayers continue to go out to Norma Martin, Shirley Holmes, Bernie Polaski, Leo Lengyel and Mercelia Studeman who has a cast on her right foot for a break she received in a previous fall. Our sympathy and prayers also go out to the family of Jack Roper in his recent passing.

Children need male role models and fathers play a very crucial and unique part in the lives of their children. It’s not enough just to be present. Dad must be actively involved and take a vigorous interest in the discipline and child-rearing process. Parenting roles change as children grow up, but the God-given responsibility remains the same. Men, let God help you be the fathers your children need. “Take stock of yourself and consider your child, your time and your thoughts are his due; for how would you answer the Lord should he ask, ‘What kind of father are you?’”-Anon.

“Train up a child in the way he should go; and when he is old, he will not depart from it.”-Proverbs 22:6. “Fathers, do not provoke your children to wrath, but bring them up in the training and admonition of the Lord.”-Ephesians 6:4. See you at the center!

Frederic Senior Center Ardyce Knauber The weather has been very hot, but we have been comfortable with our air conditioning. We are enjoying our new window valances. We are so fortunate to have Francis Kurkowski as a member. She is an excellent seamstress.

Monday spades was played with the following winners: Arnie Borchert in first place, Lola Hinschberger in second place, Lillian Murphy in third place and Norma Nelson in fourth place.

Wednesday pokeno was played at 1 p.m.

Thursday night 500 cards were played with a good turnout. The winners were: Delores Potter in first place, Arnie Borchert in second place, Arvid Pearson in third place, Nina Voltz in fourth place

and Lorraine Youngren in fifth place.

Friday pokeno was enjoyed by our faithful group of players.

The weekend was busy with Family Days Festival.

Saturday we enjoyed strawberry shortcake in the morning and pork dinner at the fire hall. We observed the June birthdays at coffee time with birthday cake and ice cream.

The parade was very good and we enjoyed watching all the participants. Vera Amundson rode on the Curves float that was pulled by my nephew Paul of Moonlight Auto.

“Thought is free.” – William Shakespeare

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TOWN TALK/COUNTRY CHATTER Engagement

Engagement

Births A girl, Alice Marie, was born at UAMS in Little Rock, Ark., on June 3 to Josh and Amy Imme. Josh and Amy are both graduates of Siren High School. Alice Marie weighed 5 pounds, 6 ounces. Grandparents still reside in the Siren area; Kevin and Luanne Swanson and Jody and Susie Imme.

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Born at Amery Regional Medical Center: A boy, Mark Andrew Munson, born June 4, 2007, to Mari and Andrew Munson, Star Prairie. Mark weighed 6 lbs, 12 oz.

••• A son, Peter Michael Markee, born June 6, 2007, to Lisa and Michael Markee, Amery. Peter weighed 7 lbs., 9-1/2 oz.

••• A boy, Marcus Richard Bosley, born June 6, 2007, to Stacie and Samuel Bosley, Amery. Marcus weighed 7 lbs., 7 oz.

••• A boy, Jack Holger Petersen, born June 10, 2007, to Liane and Chris Petersen, Clear Lake. Jack weighed 9 lbs., 6 oz.

••• A girl, Kristy Lee Nelson, born June 11, 2007, to Jamie Winkers-Harr and Jacob Nelson, Clayton. Kristy weighed 6 lbs.

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Dahl/Mesik

Born at St. Croix Regional Medical Center:

Cassandra Dahl and James Mesik of Farmington are pleased to announce their engagement.

Cassandra is the daughter of Ron and Carrie Dahl of Luck. She is a 2001 graduate of Unity High School and a 2005 graduate of UW-River Falls. She graduated with degrees in political science and French and a minor in international relatives. She is currently employed by the Minnesota Senate as a legislative assistant.

James is the son of David and Cathy Mesik of Ashland.

He is a 2001 graduate of Washburn High School and a 2005 graduate of UW-River Falls with a degree in agriculture education. He is currently employed as an agriculture education teacher and National FFA organization advisor at Le Center High School in Le Center, Minn.

A June wedding is planned in Maui, Hawaii, with a local reception to follow this fall.

The couple plan to reside in St. Paul, Minn. – submitted

Siren Senior Center 349-7249

Barb Munger

The foot clinic will be at the center twice in July, the 2nd and the 30th, so be sure and make your reservations early.

The ladies are here from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. and the sign-up sheet is out at the center, either call or stop in.

I believe that unless a later date is decided, the Dining at Five will be held on July 5. The menu hasn’t been planned as of this date, but it is always a delicious meal. The sheet should also be out for reservations for this event so don’t forget to sign up.

Lots of get-well wishes and prayers go out to Shirley Holmes, who is having back surgery on Wednesday, July 20, Elna Wamboldt who has been in the hospital for a few days and Gerry Ramsdell who is under the weather. Get-well people, your cheerful faces are missed at the center.

Gratitude to Annabelle Pearson for all the items that she donated to our craft room this week. Also gratitude is extended for the anonymous gifts of books and cards that were brought in. We also want to thank the Experience for the goodies that they have sent our way this week. As I have said so many times people are so good to us and we appreciate your kindnesses.

Winners at 500 this week were: Millie Hartshorn, Ed Berdal, Dorothy Cronquist, Herb Sederlund and Lucille Chelmo.

Anke Oleson treated the card players to dessert and Marge Nyberg, cookies and crackers and cheese.

Winners at Spades were: Flo Antiel, Susie Hughes and Marjorie Nyberg. Ann Smith shared a cake with the players, and of course Marjorie Nyberg brought her cheese and crackers. Gratitude is extended to you ladies for your donations, it is very seldom that our card players go hungry.

Remember the center is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Everyone is welcome to come and join us at cards, dime bingo, pool or just coffee and conversation.

All of the activities – bingo and cards begin at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday.

Don’t forget the farmers market on Saturday at 1 to 3 p.m. in the center parking lot.

Stay cool and healthy.

A boy, Jonah Eugene Race, born June 6, 2007, to Ellen and Ronald Race, Osceola. Jonah weighed 8 lbs., 3 oz.

••• A girl, Chloe Rose Kiser, born June 7, 2007, to Bethany and Daniel Kiser, Milltown. Chloe weighed 6 lbs., 6 oz.

••• A boy, Lucas Charles Reuter, born June 9, 2007, to Sarah Lemieux and Josh Reuter, Frederic. Lucas weighed 8 lbs, 5 oz.

••• A boy, Dorian Mattis Britton, born June 10, 2007, to Jessica Reed and Jake Britton, St. Croix Falls.

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Carrie Ann Daly and Jonathan Patrick Lyga of Elkhorn, along with their parents, Leo and Ginger Daly and Ernest and Barbara Lyga, are pleased to announce their engagement.

Carrie is a graduate of UW-La Crosse and is currently employed as a first-grade teacher.

Jonathan is a graduate of UW-La Crosse and is currently employed as supervisor of operations.

The couple is planning a July 28 wedding in Baraboo. – submitted

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Gerry and Donna Hines went to Vadnais Heights, Minn., Friday and stayed several days with Brenda and Tim Sweet. On Saturday, they helped granddaughter Kristie Sweet celebrate her graduation at an open house there. Donna and Gerry came home Sunday after celebrating Father’s Day. Weekend guests of Maynard and Ronda Mangelsen at various times were Lisa, Lacey, Derek and Desiré Mangelsen, David and Matt Lester and Allen and Ryan Hanna.

Over 85 people attended the Mangelsen family reunion at the Siren Park Saturday afternoon. Those who traveled the farthest were Chris Karels from California and Lisa, Lacey, Derek and Desiré Mangelsen from Florida.

Lawrence and Nina Hines and Don and Lida Nordquist attended the graduation open house for their great-niece, Kristie Sweet, in Vadnais Heights, Minn., Saturday.

Guests at the home of Roger and Sue Mroszak Saturday were Bob and Mary Anderson of Forest Lake, Minn., Dick and Phyllis Ehlers of Woodbury, Minn., Chuck and Marie Jorgenson of Brainerd, Minn., and Roger and Karen Route of Harris, Minn. They enjoyed their time playing cards and visiting. Chuck and Marie stayed overnight.

Judy Albee had supper with Don, Charlene and Charlie Strabel Saturday.

Congratulations to Savannah Pearson, granddaughter of Inez and Arvid Pearson, who won the title of first

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princess in the Miss Frederic pageant Saturday evening.

Also, congratulations to Hannah Schott, granddaughter of Lida and Don Nordquist, who was selected as Little Miss Frederic.

Beverly Brunclik visited Judy Albee Sunday afternoon.

Beth and Garry Crosby hosted a Father’s Day celebration at their home Sunday. Supper guests were Glen and Lorraine Crosby, Jack Denver, Shorty and Melissa Crosby and family, Tom and Sunshine Crosby and family, Patty, Preston, Pat and Connie Haglin, Donna and Gene Crosby, Sue and Roger Mroszak and Judy Albee.

Karen and Hank Mangelsen and their children and grandchildren attended the Romsos family reunion over the weekend. On Friday and Sunday, the relatives gathered at the Romsos Farm in Timberland. On Saturday, they were at the Gene Romsos home on Long Lake. Others attending were Cal, Gene and Wayne Romsos and Ron Jensen and their families, and Karen’s first cousins, Duane Romsos and his attendant, Tina, and Ron and Coleen Romsos, all from Denver, Colo., and Pat and Lynette Romsos from Billings, Mont. 2007 marks the 100th anniversary of the marriage of Ingvald and Karen Romsos, grandparents to the seven Romsos cousins.

The family members took a tour of Timberland on Friday and did a lot of visiting, reminiscing and enjoying good food all three days. Other visitors at the Romsos Farm Sunday were Margaret and Bruce Madison, Les Olson and George Moe.

Siren

Wow! Can you believe last week, so hot and humid everyday a real Mother Nature’s sauna. Makes one, at least me, wish for one of the colder days of last winter.

Even the birds have been hitting my birdbaths more than usual this past week, even some that usually don’t come around are showing up several times a day. Little critters, squirrels and cottontails seem to also enjoy getting a cool, refreshing drink.

The Food and Friends Community Dinner will be held at the Webster Grace United Methodist Church on Tues., June 26, from 5 to 6 p.m. Come early, as the food goes fast. This is a free dinner but donations are always welcome.

Sympathy to the family of Marie Hoch Menke who

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passed away on June 6.

If you enjoy a good game of baseball, why not join the fun and come and watch the 11th-annual junior high boys baseball tournament at the Siren Ball Park on June 22 through the 24th. For more info call Mike at 715-3495233.

Have you kept up with the expansion of the Siren National Golf Course lately? There’s lots of activity, changes and of course, a lot of dust flying as the machines change the lay of the land. When it’s finished it will be a real work of art.

Daniels Township will hold their open book on Thursday, June 28, at the Daniels Town Hall from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.

E-mail us @ the-leader@centurytel.net

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TOWN TALK/COUNTRY CHATTER St. Croix Valley Senior Center

Tiny loves to cuddle and curl up with a good book after a hard day of chasing catnip toys and sunbeams. At 10 weeks old, he is neutered and ready to be a responsible member of a family, adding love and excitement.

Like humane societies and animal control facilities across the naArnell tion, Arnell Humane Society is brimming with young adoptable Humane kittens. Millions of unwanted and Society homeless kittens are born in our country each year. During the peak of the breeding season, from late April to September, and not nearly enough homes for them all, cats and kittens are euthanized at the rate of one per minute. Others less fortunate are left to wander, easy prey for larger animals, easy targets for automobiles and unexplainable cruelty.

If they do survive these hazards and the elements, by the age of five months, they can have their own litter of five or six kittens to continue the vicious cycle. Over 10 years, one female cat’s cumulative offspring could total over 80 million!

Like Arnell, humane societies across the country, require adopted animals to be spayed or neutered.

It is a message that is heard often because it is our greatest defense against euthanasia. For humane so-

cieties, Spay and Neuter is a mantra because our facilities are where the crisis of pet overpopulation and reality meet.

Adoptable kittens and cats are available at Arnell for an unproductive life of leisure in your home today. Visit our Cat Adoption Room and meet your newest family member.

Arnell Memorial Humane Society, 185 Griffin St. E., Amery 715-268-7387 or visit our pets online: www.amhs.petfinder.com.

Hello, Fritz here! I hope you all found a way to stay cool this past week. It has been hot and I am so very thankful for my air-conditioned shelter to escape the heat.

The furry family reunion was this past Saturday and a howling good time was had by all. I was able to see a few of my old friends, there Fritz were games and food also.

Thanks to everyone who came NEWS FROM and made the event a success!

I know I barked about it already, but this hot weather always makes me nervous for all my furry friends. Do you know the signs of heat exhaustion in dogs?

Early signs of heat stress can include heavy panting and/or deep breathing, increased salivation followed by a dry mouth. These symptoms can develop into weakness, confusion or inattention,

vomiting or diarrhea. Finally, an overheating dog will have shallow or weak breathing, pale gums, seizures, coma and may even die.

Aroooo! I don’t even like to think about it! So, what are some things you can do to prevent your four-legged friend from overheating? Always provide fresh, cool water, walk us in the morning or evening or take us swimming if we like the water.

Never leave us in a hot car, hot garage, hot house or out in the sun. Pay attention to us, most dogs know when they need to stop moving and cool down.

Don’t let our mouths become dry (drooling is a good thing!) or let us pant excessively for too long.

If your dog seems to be overheating, cool her off with water and a fan. Bring them inside where there’s air conditioning or down into a cool basement. Get out and enjoy the joys of summer. But don’t forget to care for yourself and your fuzzy friends during hot spells.

With your help HSBC is saving lives, one at a time. www.hsburnettcty.org, 715-866-4096.

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We are well into summer now, aren’t we? This warm and humid weather certainly is good for those gardens and those beautiful flower beds. Almost two weeks ago, small group of our members spent a lovely evening outdoors at Amery and listened the St. Croix Valley Orchestra perform for an hour. Beautiful music outdoors on a wonderful evening—man, that’s living! (Well, we were a little threatened with rain for a while.)

Shirley Lund is doing a great job acting as our hostess three days a week. We do so appreciate having her. We will all miss Pearl Jensen, Shirley’s No. 1 helper. (But then, Pearl was always helping everyone at the center.)

Ellen Jepsen tells us she will spend more time at the center helping Shirley.

Fran Krause

It’s time to mention June birthdays. Anne-Marie James celebrated her 90th birthday on the 15th. Congratulations Anne-Marie! Gaylen Jensen had a birthday on the 18th; Doris Henriksen will have hers on the 28th; and Jan Bergeron celebrated her birthday on the 14th.

Our June potluck is coming up on Friday, June 29, at 6 p.m. We’ll have birthday cake again for those June birthdays. If you had one of those birthdays, you really should be there to help us celebrate your birthday. We are also looking forward to hearing about the adventures of Karoline White who will be telling us about her several trips to Nepal.

Orange

The Jack O’Brien family celebrated Father’s Day at brunch at the Dalles House Sunday.

The Dan Lindberg family of Maple Grove, Minn., spent the weekend with Pat and Nancy O’Brien.

Julie, Stacie and Kalie Freeborn and Marvel Merriam enjoyed the Lori Line concert at Amery Thursday evening.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Nick Doriott who is a patient at Gillette Hospital following his accident.

Father’s Day weekend visitors at the Jack Witzany home were Patty and Mike Kringen and family of Big Lake, Mike Witzany of Champlin and Chris and Melody Witzany and family of Grantsburg.

The Orange 4-H Club had a picnic at Crooked Lake Park Wednesday evening.

Ellen Hartshorn, Ethel Daniels, Elaine and Charles Scott attended the Dairy Breakfast Saturday.

Guests of Maxine Stone last week were Donna Carlson, Iola Rachner, Doris Schauer and Elaine Scott.

The Taylor family celebrated Father’s Day at Jill and Jerry Olson’s home.

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The Mark Krause family attended the Glover family reunion over the weekend.

Fran Krause attended the Sarah Circle at Marge Bryant’s home Wednesday afternoon.

Happy Corners Vern Catlin, Mardel Barnette and Shawn were in Rice Lake on Monday afternoon.

Mardel Barnette and Shawn visited Vern Catlin on Friday afternoon.

Gene Doster visited Vern Catlin on Thursday forenoon and then did some shopping in Rice Lake in the afternoon.

Mardel Barnette and Shawn had supper at the Cameron House on Friday.

Mardel Barnette and Shawn visited Vern Catlin on Sunday afternoon.

Dottie Adams

Hoping all you dads had a happy Father’s Day. It was a nice day for having a family picnic.

Friday evening at the high school track was the Relay for Life. There were new groups this year. A very good turnout. Many cancer survivors celebrating life were walking the track. It’s quite a sight to see all those luminarias lit around the track.

The Tuesday afternoon domino winners were Ione White in first place, George Meixner in second place, Ione Meixner in third place. 500 card winners were: Dave Anderson in first place, Pete Schlosser in second place, Marion Edler in third place, Roger Greenly in fourth place and Olga Young in fifth place.

May the sun always shine on your window pane; May a rainbow be certain to follow each rain. May the hand of a friend always be near you; May God fill your heart with gladness to cheer you. Everybody needs a friend. If you begin to live life looking for all the good that is around you, you will find joy everywhere.

Thursday evening 500 card winners were: Dave Anderson in first place, JoAnn Gehrman in second place, Jack Lund in third place and Roger Greenly in fourth place.

Have a great day!

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Frederic Family Days drew many visitors and participants last week. Your correspondent brought home two shopping bags of books purchased at the Frederic Public Library, so she was happy. (Not that she really needed more books, but she is a bookaholic!)

Others ate their way through the celebrant, from sloppy Joes at St. Luke’s to brats to pork to chicken.

The weather was cooperative all three days and that’s a plus.

Congratulations to Savannah Pearson who won the title of first princess.

LaVerne Leep attended Good Cheer Club Wednesday afternoon at the home of hostess, June O’Donnell. On Thursday she attended the monthly birthday party at the Frederic Care Center. Friday night she joined family members at the Coon Lake Park for program and fireworks.

(Rains too).

Welcome back to Pastor Mike, Marilyn Lemieux and LaVonne Boyer who attended the annual Methodist conference from Sunday – Wednesday downstate. Candy Ascher also attended, driving her own car, so she could also visit her son recovering from serious surgery. They reported beautiful music and inspired speakers.

The Larry Reed auction was held Sunday morning, beginning at 10 a.m. in Lewis. Many cars, many bidders and the weather cleared off nicely.

Father’s Day was observed at the Lewis church with each father receiving candy and a card from the Sunday school children. The choir sang a special number. John Glockzin brought two bouquets of roses from his yard to grace the altar.

Participating in the service were Phil Schaetzel and Robin Peterson. Coffee and cookies were served by Esther Schallenberger after the service.

Bernice Abrahamzon had an essay in Yarns of Yesteryear in The Country Today last week, entitled “Beach Pajamas had Their Day, But Denim is Forever.” She has had a number of calls asking permission to use items in her columns for Bible study, etc. and is happy to “pass it along.”

Many items are in the public domain from the Internet sent to her by friends. She does not use copywritten material and gives credit where credit is due and the source given.

The morning book club will meet this Thursday at 10:30 a.m. at the Frederic Public Library to discuss “Shadow of the Wind” by Carlos Ruiz Zafon set in Barcelona. It’s a thick book, but readers have a month to read the current selection before the next meeting is held.

Happy anniversary to John and LaVonne Boyer on June 25.

Happy anniversary to Cindy and Kerry Brendel.

Happy birthday to LaVerne Leep on June 22. She looked forward to having lunch with Myrtle Johnson of Luck. Their destination was out-of-town.

Also, happy birthday to Phil Schaetzel on June 22.

Seven or eight members were absent from the Wednesday night meeting of the Lewis UMW. Esther Schallenberger was hostess. For the program, each one told about her father, his occupation, his interests and philosophy of life.

Ethel Lane and Esther Schallenberger accompanied LaVerne Leep to Skonewood for the Sunday evening program. In the afternoon, Esther and LaVerne enjoyed chicken in the Coon Lake Park.

Are you getting too much sun?

STATEWIDE – It’s a fact: Overexposure to the sun can result in skin cancer later in life. Consider these statistics and your own exposure risks to the sun’s harmful UV rays.

• You can sunburn even on a cloudy day!

• More than 90 percent of skin cancers occur on sun-exposed skin.

• On average, children get three times more exposure than adults!

• Eighty percent of a person’s lifetime sun exposure is estimated to occur by age 18!

• One blistering sunburn can double a child’s lifetime risk of developing skin cancer.

• More than one million new cases of skin cancer are diagnosed each year in the US. • Melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, kills one person every hour!

Protect yourself

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• Use sunscreen year-round. Use of sunscreen with SPF 15 or higher during the first 18 years of life can reduce some types of skin cancer by nearly 78 percent.

For children, it is recommended an SPF of 30.

• Avoid reflective surfaces. Concrete, sand, water and snow reflect 85-90 percent of the UV rays • Avoid midday sun. Be aware that the sun’s rays are strongest between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Stay in the shade whenever possible.

• Wear year-round protective clothing.

Cover up when outdoors with dark, tightly woven clothing, wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses.

• Reapply sunscreen often. Reapply sunscreen after swimming, perspiring and toweling off.

If you would like more information on sun safety, please visit: www.sunsafetyalliance.org. – submitted

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POLK COUNTY LIBRARY NEWS Amery Public Library “If Today Be Sweet,” by Thrity Umigar Tehmina Sethna’s wonderful husband has recently died, leaving her alone for the first time in her 66 years. She misses her husband greatly while at home in Bombay so a visit to her treasured son, Sorab and his American wife, Susan seems to be in order. Tehmina finds American ways strange, the supermarkets too sterile and personal relationships different from her Parsi friends.

Now Sorab, struggling at work with a new female boss, is waiting for his mother to make a decision to stay in America or go back to Bombay.

Tehmina loves her little grandson, Cavas, and when two little neighborhood friends of his seem to be in trouble she can’t help but perform a desperate act which will change all their lives.

Thrity Umigar is a new author to this reviewer and I found her book a gentle read with serious themes about immigration, clash of cultures, both religious and sociological and real insight into love and loss following the death of a spouse.

Library notes Come and join us for Get a Clue at Your Library, the summer reading program. As I write this column, we have signed up 178 children for the program and had great fun with the Polk County Canine Unit at story time last week. On June 27 at 10:30 a.m. we will be featuring “Nothandu Zulu” of the Black Storyteller’s Alliance at story time.

Everyone is welcome.

Remember that story time on the road will be happening behind the Twin Pines Apartments on Minneapolis Avenue on Monday evenings at 5 p.m.

Come and join Christinia and Kaitlyn for stories and crafts, if it is not raining.

The Friends of the Library book sale will be coming up again on June 22 and 23. If you would like to help with this sale there is a sign-up sheet at the circulation desk . We need help for setting up on June 21, and workers to run the book sale on the June 22 and 23. You may sign up for a two-hour shift.

Remember that your children need Internet sign-up permission before they can use the Internet at the Amery Public Library. Please do not drop them off before you have done this.

If anyone is interested in helping do fundraising, which will help facilitate the Amery Public Library move, please contact the library.

Teens Read book group will meet on June 25, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., to discuss “Falling Through the Earth” by Danielle Trussoni. This memoir of growing up in La Crosse as the daughter of a Vietnam veteran is powerful reading. Join us if you are a teen.

Otaku Club meets every Tuesday at 4 p.m. for teens who enjoy manga and anime. Stop in and check it out if you are a teen.

Friends of the Library book group meets on the third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. They haven’t picked their next book yet. This group is open to anyone who wants to join who has read the book.

Library hours Monday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Wednesday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Clear Lake Public Library Library hours: Monday: Noon – 7 p.m.; Tuesday noon – 6 p.m.; Wednesday 3 – 9 p.m.; Thursday: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.; Friday: noon – 5 p.m.; and Saturday: 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. We can be reached by phone at 715-263-2802 or by e-mail at clearlakepl@ifls.lib.wi.us.

June activities June 22, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Friends of the Library Annual Plant and Book sale June 25, 6 p.m.: Teen Movie Night.

Come join us to watch “Eragon,” eat some popcorn and drink lemonade.

June 27, 4:30 p.m.: Knitting and crocheting group June 27, 6:30 p.m. and June 28, 10 a.m.: Story time about butterflies New nonfiction arrivals “Crochet Kid Stuff”

“Baby Quilts: 15 original designs for every nursery decor” “Architectural Trim: Ideas, inspiration and practical advice for adding wainscoting, mantels, built-ins, baseboards, cornices, casings, and columns to your home” “Black & Decker Outdoor Fix-It 101” “The Wild Butcher: From Field to Table” “The Good Behavior Book for Dogs” “Wisconsin Waterfalls” “Memory Quilts: 20 heartwarming projects with special techniques” “Design your Natural Midwest Garden” “Black Bear Hunting: Expert Strategies for Success”

Luck Public Library Get a clue!

Thursday evenings 5-6:30, July 12 August 16.

Mystery and magic lovers between the ages of preschool through young adult are invited to join the 2007 Summer Reading Program, Get a Clue at the Luck Public Library! Each week will bring mysterious stories and magical activities, as well as awarding prizes for the CSI contest winners. Families are encouraged to join the Read To Me portion of the program. For more information and to register, visit the library.

Our kickoff program will be held July 12 at the Luck Senior Center, (right next

to the library) where we will be hosting a Mystery Meal. The spaghetti meal will be served in a most mysterious way!

Come and join the fun!

July 12 - Mystery Meal 5-7 p.m. at the senior center (please preregister!)

July 19 - Lucky Days Magician 5-6:30 p.m.

July 26 - More Magic! 5-6:30 p.m.

Aug. 2, 9, 16 - Magical Art with Alyssa 5-6:30 p.m.

For more information call Jill at 4722770.

Amery Public Library

Dresser Public Library Dresser Public Library is located at 117 S. Central Ave., Dresser, WI 54009. The Dresser Public Library Board of Trustees holds its monthly meeting on the last Monday of each month at 6 p.m.

Library hours Monday 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Tuesday noon–5 p.m., Thursday 10 a.m.–noon and 1–7 p.m., and Saturday 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Story time Summer reading begins June 12. Registration for Get a Clue…at Your Library will be required this year. Summer reading will

be Tuesday mornings at 10-11 a.m., for children 3 to first grade. Children entering third grade this fall and older, may participate in the independent reading portion of summer reading.

Contact the library at 715-755-2944 which is our telephone and FAX number or e-mail us at www.dresser pl@ifls.lib.wi.us.

Our Web site, www.dresserpubliclibrary.org. also has information about story times, days closed, reference links, library policy and much more.

Balsam Lake Public Library Story time Story time is at 11 a.m. every Wednesday here at the library. All ages are welcome to join us for stories, crafts, music and snacks. We also have many new puppets that can be checked out for home use.

Books on the Beach Books on the Beach are back with something for every reader’s taste. Read at the beach or bring the books home.

Return to the beach when you’re finished if you’re able. Read, swim, sunbathe - what a way to spend a lazy summer afternoon.

Tales with Tails Children read aloud to Ruby, a service dog, and her owner Carolyn Peterson.

This will be every other Wednesday at 10:30 a.m., starting June 20. Ruby loves to listen to stories. Sometimes her eyes close, but she is listening. Please call and sign up for a time at 715-485-3215.

New books Some of our new books include “Bungalow 2 “ by Danielle Steel, “Double Agents” by Web Griffin, “Sleeping Doll”

by Jeffrey Deaver, “Spare Change” by Robert Parker, “The Good Guy” by Dean Koontz and nonfiction –“The Sneaky Chef: Simple Strategies for Hiding Healthy Foods” by Missy Lapine.

Knitting group Our knitting group will take the summer off and resume in the fall. Check paper for details later.

Friends group Friend’s group will meet Wednesday, June 27, at 3 p.m. here at the library. During Balsam Lake’s Freedom Fest, Friends of the Library will be hosting their annual book sale Saturday, June 30 from 9 a.m. till 1 p.m. We will be taking donated books up until Friday, June 29. We have many books, something for everyone, so come early and stock up on your reading materials.

Events Rubber stamping class - Saturday, June 23, from 10 a.m. to noon at the library.

Learn how to start making your own cards, invitations and nametags. Instructor has been rubber-stamping for years and makes beautiful cards. All ages welcome.

Summer events will be starting in June and the library will be hosting programs twice a month throughout the summer.

Flyers with details are available at the library. Summer Readers Get a Clue at Your Library Program on Saturday, July 14, from 10:30 a.m. – noon – Outside Books Outside with Brad and Jason Levenhagen. This performance is a series of skits, songs and science demonstrations played with audience volunteers on a life-size game board!

Hours Balsam Lake Library, (under the water tower) at 404 Main St., Balsam Lake.

Hours are Monday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., Tuesday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Wednesday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. E-mail: balsamlakepl@ifls.lib.wi.us Web site www.balsamlakepubliclibrary.org.

Polk County Library Federation Road trip planned?

Got a book? No time to read, or with you driving it’s impossible to read? People who commute regularly or just have too many books to possibly get read in a lifetime have found books on audio a great way to read a book! If you are planning a trip across the state or the county, pick out something the whole family would enjoy. What a great way to have kids keep up with their reading by listening to books on audio. There are so many kid’s books on CD or audio that they can continue to follow along with the stories while on their trips as well.

Books on audio All libraries have the greatest possible selection of all types of books on audio format to listen to. If it isn’t on their shelves, the library can always order it for

you. A new addition to the ILFS (Indianhead Federated Library System) libraries is the new OverDrive Audio Books which are downloadable books. OverDrive Media permits you to create and burn CDs of your audio books (when allowed by the publisher for use in your car, home stereo, or portable CD player. Check the MORE Web site for details on this new format www.more.lib.wi.us Other formats still remain constant at libraries: Books-on-Cassette, Books-onCD and the other new format, Playaways.

Playaways are digitized audio books that come embedded in their own playing device.

Whatever your preference to listening to a book on audio, the Polk County Libraries are the place to check it out. Libraries can get whatever you need.

Centuria Public Library

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POLK COUNTY LIBRARY NEWS Frederic Public Library A great time was had by all Frederic enjoyed nice weather for the Family Days celebration last weekend, and many people visited the library to take part in the bake/book sale. The library is grateful to the patrons and visitors who so generously supported the library through their donations, purchases and volunteer help.

Help keep our local food shelf filled Some customers regularly bring in a food shelf item when they return their books, and it’s a great way to teach children about compassion and community spirit. Do a good thing for the local food shelf this summer by donating items such as canned goods, flour, sugar, rice and pasta, cereals, and fresh vegetables and fruits each time you visit the library.

Wednesday morning story time Preschoolers and early elementary children are invited (with their caregivers) to the library on Wednesday mornings at 10:30 a.m. for an hour of books, activities and fun. Our readers come from a group of wonderful volunteers who will share their talents with us; if you would like to volunteer to be a reader this summer, please contact the library.

Reading groups meet June 21 The Thursday morning reading group

will meet June 21 at 10:30 a.m. to discuss “The Shadow of the Wind” by Carlos Ruiz Zafon, a novel set in 1950s Spain.

The evening book group will meet the same day at 7 p.m. to talk about “Everything Is Illuminated” by Jonathan Safran Foer. Looking for a stimulating summer activity? Join one of our reading groups for lively discussion with friends.

Mark your calendars for the summer reading program Summer reading begins Monday, July 9, at the Frederic Library and runs through Friday, Aug. 10, so be sure the bring your children ages preschool – sixth grade in to register for the program. Also, mark a big X through four Thursday evenings July 19 – August 9 so that the whole family can plan to attend special weekly events as part of the summer reading program. For more information, look for the posters around town and watch this column.

Library hours at a glance Regular library hours are Mon. 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Wed., Thurs., Fri. 10 a.m. 5 p.m. and Sat. 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. The library is closed on Tuesdays.

How to contact the library Frederic Public Library, 127 Oak Street West. 715-327-4979; e-mail fredericpl@ifls.lib.wi.us.

Centuria Public Library Web sites: Helping your child read better In a recent newsletter, two Web sites were shared that can assist parents or interested individuals in helping a child to read better.

The first Web site: www.walearning.com includes 46 home and community activities for adults and preschool children that encourage early language and literacy development in young children. The reproducible materials are designed to address the three key skills of 1) language development, 2) phonics awareness, and 3) print awareness.

The second Web site is: http://www.readingrockets.org and is sponsored by a national multimedia project offering information and resources on how young kids learn to read, why so many struggle, and how caring adults can help. The site has articles that offer information on teaching reading and writing to children who struggle, along with a suggested book list for good books for young children to read.

Family read nights coming in July Attending a summer reading program

Milltown Public Library Summer eeading program In the first three weeks of our reading program, participants read 22,550 minutes – the equivalent of 2.25 weeks! That means participants have been reading every moment since the program started, barely taking time to eat and sleep!

Twelve lucky winners have received prizes from the Milltown Drive Inn, the Village Market, St. Croix Mini Golf and Go Karts, and Wild Mountain, as part of the summer reading program weekly drawings. Join the fun! Register for the summer reading program at the Milltown Library front desk, then bring home your reading record sheets and start reading! You increase your chances to win one of the many weekly prize drawings, or even the grand prize iPod, by completing and turning in as many reading record sheets as possible. We will draw for prizes every Friday at 5 p.m. and will notify the winners. The Summer Reading Program is open to everyone – kids and adults. As part of this program we’ll also offer many exciting events, in which you can reserve your spot by registering at www.milltownpubliclibrary.org. Also, check out our art table in the front of the library, which will have supplies and instructions for a different project each week!

Author visit “Knitting for Peace” author Betty Christiansen will visit the Milltown Pub-

at your local library is another good way in the summer to reinforce reading readiness and reading skills with children. Family read nights are going to be Saturday talk about the book club held on Thursday nights at the Centuria The book club meets the second SaturPublic Library to share with children day of the month, 1:30 p.m. at Goochie and families the fun in reading and how Noochie’s in downtown St Croix Falls. stories and books can enrich lives. Mark Call if you have any questions 483-1777. on your calendar all the Thursdays in Did I read this already?

July and remember to go to the Centuria Now you can track what you have Public Library to listen to fun stories, read through the MORE system’s My check out enriching books, and particiHistory. Check it out on the Web site. pate in fun group activities.

Technology Library book sale Free wireless access is available at the Memory Days in Centuria is fast aplibrary. Also, visit the library’s reproaching and the Centuria Public Livamped Web site to find out what’s hapbrary is having a book sale. If you have pening @ the Library. any clean used books that you can dowww.stcroixfallslibrary.org. nate to the book sale, please drop them off at the library. The day of the sale is Saturday, July 7, beginning at 9 a.m.

Hours The Centuria Public Library is open Monday from noon to 5 p.m., Tuesday from noon to 7 p.m., Wednesday from Hours, contact noon to 5 p.m., Thursday from noon to 7 Our hours are Monday from 10 a.m. to p.m., closed Friday, and open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursnoon Saturday. day from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday from

lic Library on June 30 at 1 p.m. to discuss her book and charity work. Bring your knitting sticks and skills if you’d like to help out with a project or work on your own charitable project during the author’s presentation and Q and A session.

This event is free and open to the public.

Refreshments will be served.

We are wireless Bring your laptops to the Milltown Public Library and enjoy our new, free, fast wireless Internet access. No more waiting for an open computer! Surf the net from a comfortable chair! No time limits! Network repairs have recently been made and the wifi is once again as fast as ever.

Story hour Milltown Public Library offers two story times every Tuesday. The morning story time begins at 10 a.m. Can’t make it in the morning? We will repeat the program at 6:30 p.m. Story times are free and are designed for children under 6 and their caregivers. Each story time lasts 30 to 45 minutes and includes time to browse and check out books.

Hours Library hours are Monday and Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

St. Croix Falls Public Library Story hour Listen to stories, creat great art and have fun with other kids and parents every Wednesday, 10:30 a.m. at St. Croix Falls Public Library story hour!

Hours, contact Our hours are Monday and Wednesday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Story hour friends at the St. Croix Falls Library. Some Good Samaratan Rresidents joined the story hour gang for books about colors, face painting by Dotty and fun art activities.

Osceola Public Library noon to 5 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Our phone number is 715294-2310, and our Web address is www.osceolapubliclibrary.org.

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2007 Interstate Livestock Show held POLK COUNTY – The 2007 Interstate Livestock Show was held at the Polk County Fairgrounds on June 16. Winners were: Meat class judging Grand Champion Junior - Ethan Dado, Polk County Reserve Champion Junior - Trent Dado, Polk County Grand Champion Senior - Kevin Glunz, Polk County Reserve Champion Senior - Peter Meyer, Polk County Dairy Grand Champion Female - Chad Ullrich, Barron County Dairy Showmanship - Chad Ullrich, Barron County Beef Grand Champion Hereford - Ashlynn Johnson, Chisago County Reserve Champion Hereford - Karen Eby, Washburn County Grand Champion Limousin - Paige Sudbank, Polk County Reserve Champion Limousin - Liz Peterson, Polk County Grand Champion Simmental - Hannah Haffner, St. Croix County Reserve Champion Simmental - Jena O’Flahagan, St. Croix County Grand Champion Any Other Breed - Heidi Smith, Washburn County Reserve Champion Any Other Breed - Colten Maassen, Barron County Grand Champion Crossbred Beef - Jean Lyons, Barron County Reserve Champion Crossbred Beef - Jarrett Dayison, Polk County Champion Market Steer Light Weight - Cody Ponto, Taylor County Champion Market Steer Heavy Weight - Ryan Peterson, Polk County Champion Pee Wee Showmanship - Jamie Lyons, Polk County Champion Junior Showmanship - Ashlynn Johnson, Chisago County Reserve Champion Junior Showmanship - Colin Scholz, St. Croix County Champion Intermediate Showmanship - Megan McCune, St. Croix County Reserve Champion Intermediate Showmanship - Colton Maassen, Polk County Champion Senior Showmanship - Heidi Smith, Washburn County Reserve Senior Showmanship - Paige Sudbrink, Polk County

Goats Grand Champion Pygmy Goat - Johanna Alling, Polk County Reserve Champion Pygmy Goat - Johanna Alling, Polk County Champion Junior Showmanship - Jena Alling, Polk County Champion Intermediate Showmanship - Johanna Alling, Polk County Reserve Champion Intermediate Showmanship - Jenelle Larsen, Polk County Poultry Grand Champion -Austin Maassen, Barron County Grand Champion Showmanship - Austin Maassen, Barron County Llamas Grand Champion Youth Obstacle - Katie Mazac, St. Croix County Reserve Champion Youth Obstacle - Rachel Mazac, St. Croix County Sheep Grand Champion Hampshire Ewe - Jeco Beyrer, Dunn County Reserve Champion Hampshire Ewe - Jeco Beyrer, Dunn County Grand Champion Hampshire Ram - Jeco Beyrer, Dunn County Grand Champion Suffolk Ewe - Kevin Glunz, Polk County Reserve Champion Suffolk Ewe - Victoria Arnevik, Barron County Grand Champion Suffolk Ram - Kevin Glunz, Polk County Reserve Champion Suffolk Ram - Drew Mason, Dunn County Grand Champion Commercial Ewe - Jeco Beyrer, Dunn County Reserve Champion Commercial Ewe - Heidi Smith, Washburn County Grand Champion Wether Style Ewe - Nicole Dittbrenner, Polk County Reserve Champion Wether Style Ewe - Heidi Smith, Washburn County Grand Champion Wether Style Ram - Nicole Dittbrenner, Polk County Reserve Champion Wether Style Ram - Victoria Arnevik, Barron County Overall Grand Champion Ewe All Breeds - Kevin Glunz, Polk County Overall Reserve Champion Ewe All Breeds - Jeco Beyrer, Dunn County Overall Grand Champion Ram All Breeds - Jeco Beyrer,

Dunn County Overall Reserve Champion Ram All Breeds - Kevin Glunz, Polk County Grand Champion Prospect Market Lamb - Lisa Dipprey, Polk County Reserve Champion Prospect Market Lamb - Katie Dipprey, Polk County Grand Champion Market Lamb - Jena Alling, Polk County Reserve Champion Market Lamb - Amy Van De Brake, Polk County Overall Grand Champion Market Lamb - Jena Alling, Polk County Overall Reserve Champion Market Lamb - Lisa Dipprey, Polk County Grand Champion Sheep Showmanship Pee Wee - Nicole Dittbrenner, Polk County Reserve Champion Sheep Showmanship Pee Wee Raemie Hammac, Washburn County Grand Champion Sheep Showmanship Junior - Alana Cain, Polk County Reserve Champion Sheep Showmanship Junior - Jeco Beyrer, Dunn County Grand Champion Sheep Showmanship Intermediate - Amy Van De Brake, Polk County Reserve Champion Sheep Showmanship Intermediate Kevin Glunz, Polk County Grand Champion Sheep Showmanship Senior - Lisa Dipprey, Polk County Reserve Champion Sheep Showmanship Senior - Anita Harr, Polk County Overall Junior Shepard Award - Nicole Dittbrenner, Polk County Overall Senior Shepard Award - Kevin Glunz, Polk County Swine Grand Champion Sow - Abby Culver, Polk County Reserve Champion Sow - Amy Van De Brake, Polk County Grand Champion Market Hog - Kim Culver, Polk County Reserve Champion Market Hog - Kim Culver, Polk County Grand Champion Swine Showmanship Pee Wee - Jessica Strabel, Burnett County Grand Champion Swine Showmanship Junior - Alan Strabel, Burnett County Grand Champion Swine Showmanship Intermediate Abby Culver, Polk County Reserve Champion Swine Showmanship Intermediate Kim Culver, Polk County Grand Champion Swine Senior - Amy Van De Brake, Polk County - submitted

2007 State Fair Dairy selection set ST. CROIX FALLS - State Fair Dairy selection will be held at the Polk County Fairgrounds on Friday, June 22, at 10 a.m.

Animals should be free of contagious disease. No

health papers will be required, however, bring a copy of your animals registration papers.

Anyone 17 years old and older may exhibit at the state fair, and anyone under 17 may do so based upon

the discretion of the selection committee.

You must be 12 years old to stay in the dorm.

All details of the selection have been sent to dairy project members 12 years of age and older. - submitted

Teachers invited to study north country wetlands at Trees for Tomorrow EAGLE RIVER – Get ready to get your feet wet! Harriet Irwin, veteran instructor of Trees For Tomorrow’s quality teacher workshops, will be teaching an intriguing course on North Country Wetlands. This workshop will be held from July 30 until Aug. 3, in Eagle River.

Participants of this course will be immersed in the aquatic plants of the many bogs, swamps, wet meadows, streams, and lakes of northern Wisconsin. This workshop will focus on plant identification and the survival strategies that these amazing plants of the northern wetlands have developed. Bring your curiosity,

enthusiasm, and waterproof shoes and have fun while you learn.

Trees For Tomorrow offers a scholarship to each certified, practicing teacher to cover up to $200 of the expenses for the meals and lodging during this workshop.

Teachers are only responsible for paying a $50 nonrefundable reservation fee and the appropriate instruction or credit fees. Participants can earn either undergraduate or graduate credits from the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point. Credit criteria and complete workshop information will be distributed after the

registration information and reservation fee are received. Full payment for this workshop is due Friday, June 29.

Overnight guests sleep in lodge-style buildings with fireplaces and bath facilities. Single or double occupancy is available. Meals are provided at the Trees For Tomorrow historic dining hall.

To reserve a space for this workshop, please contact Trees For Tomorrow at 800-838-9472 or register online at www.TreesForTomorrow.com. - submitted

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Five graduate from Polk County Special Education School

These Luck/Frederic students graduated from the Polk County Special Education School with a special closing ceremony held May 30. They will be attending the newly developed CD (cognitively disabled) program in Frederic this fall. Shown (L to R) are Laura Richter, Ryan Johnson, Jordan Warwas, Jarvis Warwas and Kelsey Dahm. – Photo submitted

Barnstormer returns

World-famous aerobatic pilot John Mohr will again be the featured performer during Airshow 2007, to be held June 23 and 24 at New Richmond Regional Airport. The weekend activities also include six other professional air-show acts, a skydiving performance, a pig roast, airplane rides in a Stearman biplane and static displays of military and corporate aircraft. The air show will run from 2 to 4 p.m. both days, followed by the pig roast on Saturday until 6 p.m. Admission is only $5, with kids 10 and under free, thanks to the generosity of air-show sponsors. Lunch and beverages will be available on the grounds and spectators are encouraged to come early to enjoy the static displays, which will include a petting zoo for children. Use the north entrance to the airport, off CTH CC. A link to a map is available on the airport Web site, NRAirport.com. Mohr is shown above performing his signature maneuver, flying sideways just a feet few above the ground in his stock 1943, 200 horsepower Stearman biplane. – Photo submitted

Berndt performs at Northern Lakes Center for the Arts

Fifteen-year-old Michael Berndt was the featured organist during An Evening of Music for the King of Instruments held at the Northern Lakes Center for the Arts, Amery, Saturday, June 16. Berndt has studied organ for the past two years under center director LaMoine MacLaughlin. He is home-schooled, and studied piano for three years with Carolyn Spargo in Chaska, Minn. – Special Leader photo

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Girl Scouts put their green thumbs to good use

Music on the Overlook Friday ST. CROIX FALLS–Friday, June 22, 7 p.m., Music on the Overlook presents Feelin’ Groovy. This band features the sounds of Simon & Garfunkel.

Upcoming Music on the Overlook events include Sunday, June 24, Lake Country Cloggers at 4 p.m., and Friday, June 29, 7 p.m., Kaptain Karl. Sponsorship opportunities are available. Contact the chamber office to learn more at 715-483-3580. –submitted

Seeking centenarians POLK COUNTY – Centenarians will be recognized at the Polk County Fair again this year. A centenarian is someone who is 100 years and older. Names of Polk County residents who are centenarians are being sought.

Sid Bjorkman, Amery, 268-2446 can be contacted with appropriate information.

This is the 10th-consecutive year the Polk County Fair Society has sponsored this recognition program. – submitted

News from the Service

Brownie Girl Scout Troop No. 2691 with Dotty Zens of the St. Croix Valley Good Samaritan Center in front of one of the many flower gardens they planted. – Photo submitted ST. CROIX FALLS - The second-grade Girl Scout Brownies in Troop No. 2691 of Unity School put their green thumbs to good use on Wednesday, May 9 at the St. Croix Valley Good Samaritan Center in St. Croix Falls. The girls planted several varieties of colorful flowers in all of the window boxes at the center, and a large flower bed in the common grounds area, to provide beauty and cheer for the residents and their visitors. Following planting, the girls joined the residents in the dining room and sang the traditional Girl Scout songs “Brownie Smile” and “Make New Friends” for them.

The Girl Scout laws to be friendly and helpful and

make the world a better place motivate the girls in the troop to seek out service opportunities in their communities. Girl Scouts love to do the many things they can do to bring a smile to someone’s face and bring the world closer together.

The service project was made possible with the generosity of a grant received from the Modern Woodmen of America for activities the troop is involved in that VA medical centers extending hours impact the community. The troop extends a special WASHINGTON – In order to provide more health thank you to Kirsten Bloom, of Modern Woodmen of America, along with Dotty Zens, St. Croix Valley Good care for more veterans, especially mental health servSamaritan Center who joined forces to coordinate the ices, Secretary of Veterans Affairs Jim Nicholson has directed the 153 medical centers of the Department of community service project for the troop. – submitted Veterans Affairs to keep their doors open longer.

Although the extra hours apply to many hospitalbased programs and services, Nicholson said his latest decision was based upon a desire to ensure VAs more than 9,000 mental health professional are available Emma Drury, Dresser; Sam Gauper, Wil Gauper, Margo when veterans need them.

VA operates the largest integrated health care system Gauper, Lauren Heyer, Mackenzie Gearin, Caroline in the country and the nation’s largest mental health Gearin, Lindsey Gearin, Star Prairie; Peter Zajac, Caitlin program. About 5.5 million veterans are expected to Zajac, Natalie Pollack, Emma Kromer, Timothy Kromer, seek health care from VAs nationwide system this year, Kaleb Miller, Amy Foss, Marine on St. Croix, Minn.; accounting for about 800,000 hospitalizations and 60 Clara Linehan, Taylors Falls, Minn.; Lisa Knefelkamp, million outpatient visits.

Julia Lindell, Scandia, Minn.; Dayton Dodge, Dalton In recent months, Nicholson has announced a numDodge, Aidan Miers, Kadie Steiner, New Richmond; ber of initiatives to improve mental health care for reand Alaina Barthman, Hudson. turning combat veterans, including the hiring of suicide ArtBarn is located at 1040 Oak Ridge Drive, Osceola, prevention coordinators for each medical center, 100 one block east of Hwy. 35, next to the Osceola Middle new adjustment counselors for VA’s 207 vet centers and and High Schools. For reservations or information, call 100 new medical center employees to serve as advocates 715-294-2787. Reservations are recommended for Art- for the severely wounded.

VA’s mental health experts will gather in Washington Barn musicals. - submitted in July for a four-day conference reassessing the department’s programs for veterans, especially veterans from the conflict in Iraq and Afghanistan – submitted

ArtBarn presents “The Jungle Book” OSCEOLA - St. Croix ArtBarn, Osceola, will present “The Jungle Book,” Thursdays through Saturdays, June 21-23 and June 28-30 at 7 p.m. The jungle will be jumping with jazz on the 40th anniversary of this Disney classic. Join Mowgli, Baloo, King Louie, and the gang as they swing their way through madcap adventures and thwart the ferocious tiger, Shere Khan.

The cast includes 50 children from 10 St. Croix Valley communities: Aisha Gustafson, Briza King, Jacob Mussell, Joshua Mussell, Allison Langer, Amanda Richter, Clarissa Cleven, Forrest Cleven, Shaylee Feske, Maleah Feske, Emily Raffesberger, Gabriel Baier, Destiny Lieder, Natalie Dietrich, Osceola; Alyssa Shilson, Owen Drury, Allison McKusick, Emma Kravig, Rob Foss, Grace Kessler, Emily Kessler, Tom Foss, St. Croix Falls; Leigha Roberts, Daniel Hendrickson, Claudia Lenz,

Army Pvts. Robert D. Pennings and Brandon E. Boileau have graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, the soldiers studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches and field training exercises.

Pennings is the son of Ruth Anderson of Almena, and Robert Pennings of Balsam Lake and a graduate of Turtle Lake High School.

Boileau is the son of Christinia Boileau of Grantsburg and a 2006 Grantsburg High School graduate –submitted

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Final paving on Siren Main Street started Monday

The final paving of Main Street in Siren started Monday, June 18. That date, coincidentally, was the sixth anniversary of the F-3 tornado that swept through the Siren area during the evening of Monday, June 18, 2001. The paving was done by Monarch Paving. Siren Village Administrator/Engineer Randy Surbaugh was quick to praise Monarch Paving for the cleanup that was done along with the paving and for the number of staff that was on hand during the paving time. The paving was the final step in this summerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Main Street project. The dedication of the street will be done during Sirenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fourth of July celebration.

Photos by Nancy Jappe

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Lamar, Unity, Focus partner to offer state accredited solar seminar ST. CROIX FALLS – Are your fuel costs rising? Are you concerned about the environmental degradation resulting from power generation? Lamar, Focus on Energy, and Unity Community Education are partnering once again to offer a local seminar on radiant solar water and space heating to be held June 29, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Lamar- A Historic Center for Progressive Community.

Lamar received a state grant in 2004 for the installation of a 10-panel radiant solar space and domestic water heating system. The solar seminar begins with a tour of the system at Lamar, a discussion of sitting and location, sizing active solar heating systems, and system installation.

The remainder of the day involves hands-on work at a local installation.

The seminar is appropriate for anyone interested in radiant solar systems and is accredited by the state for HVAC and plumbing inspectors, and master and journeyman plumbers.

Kris Schmid, the owner of Legacy Solar in Frederic, leads the seminar.

“Solar water heating systems are often people’s first choice for renewable energy because they have the smallest upfront costs and fastest financial payback,” says Schmid, who has a bachelors degree in electrical engineering and worked as an engineer for seven years before starting his solar energy business five years ago.

Focus on Energy, mandated by the state in 1999 and funded by a utility rate percentage established by the Public Ser-

vice Commission and other contributions, works with eligible Wisconsin residents and businesses to install cost-effective energy-efficient and renewable energy projects. Its efforts help Wisconsin residents and businesses manage rising energy costs, promote instate economic development, protect our environment, and control the state’s growing demand for electricity and natural gas. The direct benefits to consumers include lower cost of living and operational costs for homes and increased energy reliability. Focus on Energy has many incentive programs for homeowners and businesses. This is the third solar seminar at Lamar supported

by Focus funding.

In addition to state incentives through

Focus on Energy, Federal tax credits of 30 percent up to $2000 to homeowners and businesses for the installation of solar energy systems are available through 2007.

“As energy costs rise, I anticipate increased use of systems of this kind,” says Schmid, “and the seminar gives people hands-on experience.”

Lamar Community Center is located at 1488 200th Street in rural St. Croix Falls.

Participants can register with Tanna Worrell at 715-825-2101 ext. 3510 or email: tworrell@unity.k12.wi.us. The cost for the entire day is $35 and includes lunch. – submitted

PBEC annual meeting held

Polk-Burnett’s 2007 scholarship recipients were recognized at the PBEC annual meeting, held June 2.

P o l k - B u r n e t t ’s 2007 youth art contest winners were recognized at the annual meeting. (L Operations Manager Joe Sobol and linemen Rick Anderson and to R) are: Jessica Jacob Brent Roux were on hand to present a power-line safety demonstra- Strabel, Aguado, Madison tion at Polk-Burnett’s annual meeting held earlier this month.

Main, Brianna Peterson and Emily Photos submitted Sabatka.

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Frederic Family Days • 2007 • Parade

Members of the American Legion Paul G. Johnson Post #249 has led the Family Days parade since its beginning in 1965. This year was no exception, as their parade of the American flag, the Wisconsin state flag and the American Legion flag evoked patriotic feelings along the parade route.

Photos by Gary King FREDERIC – “We had a hard time making a decision with all the wonderful entries in this year’s Family Days Parade,” said judge Sharon Berres-Halverson.

Halverson judged this year’s parade along with Rick Berres of Bloomington, Minn., Clinton Steelman also of Bloomington, and Roxanne White of Frederic.

Following are the winning entries: BAND Frederic High School CHAMBER FLOAT Webster Area Chamber of Commerce COMMUNITY FLOAT Curves for Women, Frederic YOUTH ORGANIZATION Luck FFA Alumni ANTIQUE CAR Gary Olby HORSES Grandpa’s Ponies, Larry and Nancy Jensen SPECIAL AWARD Special Olympics It was another perfect day for the Family Days parade, held Sunday in Frederic. Photos shown (counterclockwise, beginning above): A Siren High School marching band flag bearer; a Frederic High School marching band drummer; one of the members of the St. Croix Regional Medical Center float, tossing candy; Frederic queen candidates Alicia Strenke and Danielle Gadbois attempt to shoot water from the back of a Lorain Fire Department truck; and a young parade watcher.

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Frederic Family Days • 2007 • Queen pageant

Melanie Chenal crowned Miss Frederic FREDERIC - Melanie Chenal, daughter of Dave and Nancy Chenal, is Frederic’s newest ambassador.

Chosen from seven contestants, she was crowned Miss Frederic in a suspenseful finish to a two-hour pageant that drew a packed audience at the Birch Street Auditorium.

Chenal sang a Bjork song, wowing the crowd - and obviously the judges - with her singing talent and poise in the competition that counts for the most points at the end of the evening. Contestants also took part in personal interviews with the judges.

Crowned First Princess was Savanna Pearson, daughter of Lonny and Terri Pearson, and the title of Second Princess went to Holly Stoner, daughter of Steve and Terri Stoner.

In a drawing of names, Hannah Schott won the title of Little Miss Frederic. Also crowned were Little First Princess Aileen Guzman and Second Princess Elizabeth Petersen. - Gary King

Photos by Brenda Sommerfeld

Shock and elation are evident in Melanie Chenal’s face as she’s crowned the new Miss Frederic by last year’s queen, Julia Haas, at the culmination of Saturday’s Miss Frederic pageant.

Representing the community of Frederic for the coming year will be First Princess Savanna Pearson, Miss Frederic Melanie Chenal and Second Princess Holly Stoner.

Last year’s royalty provided some of the talent presentations at the pageant. At left, princesses Dawn Harlander and Emily Didlo perform a skit they co-wrote about packing for college. At right, 2006-07 Miss Frederic Julia Haas sings “Only Hope,” by Mandy Moore, from the movie “A Walk to Remember.”

Hannah Schott takes her first walk as Little Miss Frederic after being crowned, Saturday evening.

Former Miss Frederic Sara Stevens (photo at left) served as mistress of ceremonies again this year. Above, Harmonic Balance provided special entertainment.

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Frederic Family Days • 2007 • Queen pageant

Musical talent was on display during the talent competition at the queen pageant. Left, Megan Neumann performed a drum solo to Iron Butterfly’s “InA-Gadda-Da-Vida"; Jessica Owens (top photo) performed a flute solo and Savanna Pearson (right) performed a clarinet solo, taking apart the instrument until she was left with just the mouthpiece. - Talent photos by Gary King

Melanie Chenal sang “It’s Oh So Quiet” by Bjork for her talent presentation. Photos at left (L to R): Alicia Strenke went country with her dance to the song “She Thinks My Tractor’s Sexy,”; Holly Stoner accompanied herself on guitar, singing "Who I Am"

by Jessica Andrews and Danielle Gadbois performed a humorous monologue.

Elizabeth Petersen and Hannah Schott enjoy their flowers onstage (above). - Photo by Brenda Sommerfeld Below, new Little Miss Frederic royalty Elizabeth Petersen, 2nd princess; Little Miss Frederic Hannah Schott and Aileen Guzman, First Princess. - Photo submitted

All dressed up and ready for the pageant were seven young Little Miss Frederic candidates. Shown (L to R) are Mariah Coen, Sydney Domagala, Shannon Erickson, Sophie Fredericks, Aileen Guzman, Elizabeth Petersen and Hannah Schott. Unable to attend was Kalyn Miller. - Photo by Brenda Sommerfeld

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Frederic Family Days • 2007 • Parade

The Frederic High School marching band, under the direction of Patti Burns, won first place in the band division.

Photos by Gary King

Family Days are about family, and children enjoy the day more than anyone else. Above, a young parade-watcher gets a good view of what’s going on while below, a toddler enjoys the view from the window of a Northland Ambulance vehicle and kids scramble for candy at the curb.

Luck FFA paraded livestock down Hwy. 35 during the Family Days Parade - and paused to allow kids to pet the animals.

Curves for Women won an award for their parade entry. - Photo by Ed Berdal

St. Croix Regional Medical Center’s Family Days float. - Photo by Ed Berdal

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Frederic Family Days • 2007 • Kiddie Parade

First place in the Kiddie parade preschool group was awarded to Carson and Isaish Simon.

Kiddie Parade winners Preschool single entry 1st – Brendan McDonald 2nd – Oscar Lahti 3rd – Patrick Cox Preschool group 1st – Carson and Isaiah Simon 2nd – Greg and Peter O’Loughlin 3rd – Emily and Jenna Olson K-1st grade 1st – Elaine and Roman Lahti 2nd – Sydney and Tessa Domagala 3rd – Andrew Tinman

Chase Jensen, Julia and Ethan Lyga received first place in the group category in the Kiddie Parade held Saturday.

2nd – 3rd grade 1st – Brant and Alexis McLoud and Gracie 2nd – Carl Fossum 3rd – Tie – Colter White, Leighi Olsen and Carter Simon 4th – 5th – 6th grade 1st – Felicity Hughes Groups 1st – Chase Jensen, Julia and Ethan Lyga 2nd – Kinsey Matz, Julia Buck, Nicole Nelson and Marissa Jensen

Photos by Raelynn Hunter

Elaine and Roman Lahti were awarded a blue ribbon in the Frederic Family Days Kiddie Parade K-first-grade divison.

Family Days winners Treasure hunt winner: Kinsey Matz (found under the monkey bars at the elementary school) Junior winner: Austin Otis (found at center field fence) Talent show Ages 0 – 6 1st – Mara Erickson – playing “Lightly Row” 2nd – Rylee Hoffman – singing “The Star-Spangled Banner” 3rd – Brenden Holmstrom – singing “God Bless America” Brant McLeod, Grace Wondra and Alexis McLeod were the first-place winners in the second- and third-grade category.

Ages 7 – 10 1st – Hannah Erickson, playing “Sonatina”

Sawdust pile at Coon Lake Park Children divided by age groups, youngest to oldest, took turns digging in the sawdust pile to find change that was hidden there. RIGHT: Children studied the sawdust pile to see if they could see any hidden change so they could be prepared when their turn came.

Photos by Raelynn Hunter

2nd – Mya Kaye Rivera, playing guitar/singing, “Mississippi Girl” 3rd – Jori Braden and Harley Allen, singing “When There Was Me and You” Ages 11 – 13 1st – Gena Pearson, clogging 2nd – Carley Gustafson, Alexis and Aubree Fischer, dancing to a number from “Happy Feet – I Wish” 3rd – Mary Jane Pederson, Lara Harlander, Paige Burton and Sierra Sorenson, double Dutch jumping Ages 14 – 16 1st – Shelbey Jurek, jazz dance, “Knock on Wood” 2nd – Cathryn McConnell, singing “God Bless the Broken Road” – submitted

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Frederic Family Days • 2007 •

The shores of Coon Lake were crowded Saturday morning as Boy Scout Troop 128 held its annual Family Days Kids Fishing Contest. Some of the contestants were catching bullheads, which Coon Lake became famous for years ago.

Above, a young angler tosses back a fish that didn’t quite measure up. - Photos by Gary King

Savanna Pearson, Megan Neumann, Holly Stoner Alicia Stoner - Photo by Raelynn Hunter

The Frederic Historical Society truck was a source of candy for youngsters during the Family Days parade. Photo by Gary King

Sweet Tooth and the Gang were back at Family Days this year as part of the Wild River Shrine Club float.

The local Shriners help children in need of specialized medical care throughout the region and host a special Christmas party each December at Siren. - Photo by Ed Berdal

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Franconia Sculpture Park to host Hot Metal Pour

Community members of all ages are invited to experience the primal thrill of direct casting metal sculptures as Franconia Sculpture Park hosts its annual Hot Metal Pour on Saturday, June 23, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. The event will take place at the new park site, located at the intersection of Hwys. 95 and 8, two miles west of Taylors Falls. This free event invites the public to observe artists from around the country and United Kingdom as they create their unique artwork from liquid metal for exhibition at FSP. Adults and children are encouraged to create their own sculptures using scratch molds from noon to 5 p.m. There is a $20 fee for the mold. Leading this event is renowned sculptor, Coral Lambert, assistant professor at Alfred University in New York, whose award-winning work has been exhibited internationally. Joining Lambert for a weeklong workshop are a dozen iron artists from around the country and beyond, including artists from Minnesota, Washington, Georgia and Wales. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Photos submitted

Puppets come to Webster Library

by Carl Heidel WEBSTER - Puppeteer Judy Robertus brought some of her puppets to the Webster Community Library last Friday to help the library begin its summer reading program. Well, you know kids and puppets. There was enchantment in the air. Just look at the photos.

No question about it, Robertus had the full attention of her young audience as they focused on the magic unfolding Dan Dog showed that not only was before them. he loveable, but he could sing, too.

When puppeteer Judy Robertus stepped out of her little puppet theater, she used stories to lead into the next puppet adventure. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Photos by Carl Heidel

Sometimes viewing things from a different angle gives you a better view.

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Making birdhouses with the big kids

Mrs. Swenson’s kindergarten class at Webster recently finished up their bird unit by making a birdhouse with Mr. Ward’s shop class last week. The student helpers were so patient and helpful to the 6-year-olds! The kindergartners were so proud of their construction. It was the first time any of them had ever used a hammer. – Photos submitted

First aid and CPR training

Employees at Parker Hannifin Corporation in Grantsburg had an opportunity to update their first aid and CPR skills last week. After Jim Tinman gave an extended overview of first aid, Margaret Knutson and Tom Farrell, EMTs with North Memorial Ambulance, led a hands-on session in CPR. Employees Diane Barton (R) and Tammi Taylor Horky, tried out their resuscitation skills on “Annie” while Knutson observed. At left, Farrell showed another employee the proper rhythm for the compressions in CPR. - Photos by Carl Heidel

NorthStar Wireless ribbon cutting

(L to R): Juli Kannenberg, secretary of the Siren Area Chamber Board of Directors, Sara McLain and Joe Cremin from NorthStar Wireless and Dave Walters, president of the chamber board, were on hand for a chamber ribbon cutting Thursday, June 7. NorthStar Wireless, McLain and Cremin’s new Siren-located business, uses new technology, broadcasting a signal from their tower to an antenna at the customer’s location that is plugged into their computer or network, to offer Internet service in Siren and Grantsburg. “This is healthy competition,” the two said. “We are not out to run anybody out of business. There is definitely a big enough market for two providers (with Siren Telephone Company and Farmer’s Telephone Company in Grantsburg) in each community.” The company does not have regular office hours due to the travel involved with the business. For information about NorthStar Wireless services, call 877-679-4242. – Photo by Nancy Jappe

On the ropes

New Frederic Lioness officers installed

At the May meeting of the Frederic Lioness Club, new officers were installed for the coming year. Their term begins July 1. (L to R): Phyllis Meyer, board member; Maria Taylor, treasurer; Nancy Morten, tail twister; Joan Funne, board member; Joan Paar, president; LaVonne Boyer, past president; Phyllis Wilder, secretary; and Sonja Java, board member. Not present was Vice President Carol Thompson. – Photo submitted

UW-Superior students learn that teamwork is the key to conquering the “initiative wall” that is part of the Superior Challenge Ropes Course, set to open July 2 near Wessman Arena. The ropes course will be available to UW-Superior students, classes and organizations as well as to schools, businesses and community groups throughout the region. For more information, contact Joel Peterson at 715-395-4651 or jpeter11@uwsuper.edu, or go online to www.uwsuper.edu/hwc/challenge. – Photo submitted

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Luck School greenhouse project completed

by Julie Holmquist LUCK – Two Luck High School graduates were happy to be in school last recently, grinning over the completion of the school’s new greenhouse.

Cris Moore and Joel Morgan, both Luck graduates in the 1970s, were at school representing Thrivent Financial for Lutherans.

The creation of a school greenhouse “absolutely would never have happened without these guys,” said Luck Superintendent Rick Palmer.

Thrivent Financial donated $11,000 to the school greenhouse project, which included a concrete foundation and walls, a storage area and a greenhouse roof.

“Our company is always trying to find ways to further a community,” Moore said.

Three Lutheran churches: Bone Lake, Luck Lutheran, and West Denmark racked up grant dollars by doing volunteer activities. High school students also did volunteer work to raise the tally of hours. Thrivent came to the churches in 2005 looking for community projects to support. The churches brainstormed, Moore said, then went to the school board.

“This was a big community effort,” Moore said.

The result is a greenhouse that can be used by plant science classes, horticulture classes, and science and biology

Teacher Tom Wesle demonstrates the sprinkler system in the new greenhouse.

A Luck horticulture class enjoyed the new greenhouse this spring. Luck Superintendent Rick Palmer, teacher Tom Wesle, Cris Moore and Joel Morgan of Thrivent Financial for Lutherans joined them. – Photos submitted

classes. Even accounting and computer courses may benefit from the greenhouse, which is now being used for the first time.

“They’re trying to set it up eventually so it will be like a business, with plants sold to the community,” Moore explained.

That means accounting and computer students can create spreadsheets and take care of the expense and sale accounts.

“We tried to do horticulture in the shop, but the lighting was inadequate,” said Luck High School agriculture teacher Tom Wesle. “When we moved the plants out here, they just grew. This just makes the classroom situation so much more realistic. We can’t thank them enough.”

The expanded opportunity for students also helps direct students in career goals. One green thumb student – who just found a summer job with a landscaping company – may have found a career path as a result of this, Wesle noted.

The in-floor heating system in the greenhouse uses the school boiler system, which saved money.

“We’re hoping to use some of the heat and blow it into the shop area to reduce energy bills,” Wesle noted.

Palmer noted that the school district

bus mechanic, Rob Hamman, took the lead in putting the framework up with the students, and Roger Nelson, head of maintenance for the district, worked on the control system for heating and sprinkling.

“It’s a pretty big deal,” Moore said, as

he walked around outside the greenhouse. He laughed as he glanced up at the school roof and recalled climbing there as a boy.

“Being Luck graduates was one of the reasons we were excited about doing something for the school,” he said.

Construction of the greenhouse included a foundation, which created a storage area. (L to R) Joel Morgan of Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, Superintendent Rick Palmer, and Cris Moore of Thrivent. – Photos submitted

You’re invited to be a bum

by Diane Dryden SPOONER – The staff of the Railroad Memories Museum invites one and all to come out on Thursday night, July 5, and be a bum. They will supply a hobo stew starting at 5 p.m. It will be cooked outdoors over the fire, and they are working in conjunction with the Spooner Rodeo committee for the timing of both events.

“We have been assured,” says Betty Brown of the museum, “that we will not be interfering with food service at the first night of the rodeo. We set our supper for 5 p.m. giving everyone ample time to eat and visit with Iowa Blackie.

There will still be plenty of time to make the 6:30 p.m. exceptional rodeo and then the first night of the regular rodeo that follows.”

Iowa Blackie, the Hobo King, will be pulling into Spooner in time to be there for the cookout, and then for the next two days, Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Each day, this nationwide traveler will sell his books and memoirs full of his history being an honest-togoodness hobo and riding the rails. Since it will take you some time to get through the museum, either by guided tour or on your own, you might want to wait until Friday or Saturday to do that, unless you

Still looking much like it did 100 years ago, the Railroad Memories Museum sits between the north and southbound tracks on the east side of Spooner. really have to squeeze it in on Thursday.

But, if you’ve ever yearned for the open road and food served hot out of a big metal cauldron, come on out to the Railroad Memories Museum, located on Walnut and Front Streets on the east side

of Spooner. The depot sits next to the railroad tracks, like it has for the past 100 years, and there’s lots of free parking between Front Street and the depot. This is the same area where the stew will be cooked and served on Thursday night

Hobo King Iowa Blackie will be making an appearance at the Railroad Memories Museum on Thursday, July 5, at 5 p.m., when an old-fashioned hobo stew will be served. only.

For more information about the depot or the hobo stew, call 715-635-3325 or 715-635-2752.

Photos by Diane Dryden

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Safe summer celebrations STATEWIDE – Picnics, cookouts and fireworks are just some of the great traditions we all enjoy over the summer, especially around the Fourth of July. But setting off fireworks is one summer tradition that can cause injury, blindness or even death.

Fireworks devices were involved in an estimated 9,300 injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency rooms in 2003. An estimated 6,800 injuries were treated in hospital emergency rooms during a one-month period of June 20-July 20 surrounding the Fourth of July.

Here are some ways to stay safe and have fun on our nation’s birthday and all summer long.

Promote safe activities for your family. Host your own Fourth of July party. Let the guests do the decorating. Kids love to decorate with crepe paper, stickers

and glue! These will provide fun and make the party look festive! Go to a craft or hobby shop—they have a lot of supplies and great ideas! Let the kids decorate Tshirts or hats with paint and glow-in-the-dark decals.

The Burnett County Department of Public Health urges you to celebrate safely. Fireworks are extremely dangerous. Protect yourself, your family and your friends by avoiding fireworks. Attend only authorized public fireworks displays conducted by licensed operators.

If you would like further information regarding fireworks safety, you may go to www.preventblindness.org. – submitted

Wisconsin top in health care rankings

by Ann Bergmann, Spooner Health System SPOONER — June 11, the Federal Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality publicly announced Wisconsin ranked first in the nation in health care quality.

Based on 129 measures used to evaluate health care performance, Wisconsin had the top score among all 50 states. Also, Wisconsin ranks in the top 10 on a state scorecard released by the Commonwealth Fund Commission on a High Performance Health System where data was used to evaluate the overall health care system performance state by state.

“Quality health care means doing the right thing, at the right time, in the right way, for the right person and having the best possible results. Wisconsin hospitals are always working to improve quality and to sustain it,” stated Dana Richardson, vice president of quality initiatives at the Wisconsin Hospital Association.

In 2004, WHA launched the first voluntary hospital quality reporting Web site in the nation, CheckPoint

(www.wicheckpoint.org). This is an example of the development of more accurate measures of healthcare quality. The public has access to information that 10 years ago was considered unavailable or confidential.

Commenting on the reports, Mike Schafer, Spooner Health System CEO stated, “These reports are proof that Wisconsin is a leader in hospital quality of care and voluntary public reporting. Spooner Health System along with Wisconsin hospitals statewide have a strong commitment to be in the forefront of providing the highest quality of care to the communities we serve.”

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Interstate Park Nature Story Time at the Park ST. CROIX FALLS - Join Naturalists Julie Fox or Barb Walker at Wisconsin Interstate Park at 10 a.m. every Thursday through August for a story and activity for younger children and their parents. The short activity following the story will reinforce the story’s nature-related theme. Nature Story Time will generally last between 30-45 minutes, depending on the participants.

Please check at the park office upon arrival for the program location.

Interstate Park is located in St. Croix Falls, on Hwy. 35, just one-half-mile south of Hwy. 8. Nature Story Time is free of charge, but a state park sticker is required to enter the park. For more information call Julie or Barb at 715-483-3747.

Naturalist programs at Wisconsin Interstate Park Friday, June 22 3:30 p.m. – Hiking the Ice Age Trail. The Pothole Trail is the western terminus of the 1,200-mile long Ice Age National Scenic Trail that spans the state of Wisconsin.

Join Naturalist Barb Walker for a relaxing hike on the trail while learning about the unique geology of Interstate Park, a unit of the Ice Age National Scientific Reserve. Meet at the Pothole Trail sign.

Saturday, June 23 6 p.m. – A Different Pace … The Kayak. Since 1968 the St. Croix River has been protected as a National Scenic Riverway. Discover a different way to experience the river’s pace, sloughs and slackwater as National Park Ranger Dale Cox shares the basics of this sport that has over 4,000 years of history. Learn about the different types of kayaks, modern gear and basic paddle strokes, as well as why the St. Croix is such a special place to explore. This program will take place near the beach at Lake O’ the Dalles. For those interested, an opportunity will be given to paddle a kayak around the lake’s beach area.

Wednesday, June 27 2 p.m. – Hike to Horizon Rock. Meet Naturalist Barb Walker at the Horizon Rock trail sign in front of the Ice Age Center. Learn about the geology and history of the area and see the incredible view of the St. Croix River Valley at Horizon Rock. Wear comfortable shoes.

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EDUCATION VIBRATIONS Frederic Honor Roll Grade 7 April Halverson, Seneca Lundeen Brooks, Christopher Hopp, Erik Stoner, Megan Amundson, Lauren Domagala, Nicholas Rognrud, Corissa Schmidt, Jordyn Siebenthal, Leah Engebretson, Joseph Engelhart, Alex Miller, Maria Miller, Bradley Knauber, Waylon Buck, Michelle Jensen, Alexandra Lundblade, Dayton Rivera, Michael Tesch, Sara Underwood and Bryce Williamson.

Grade 8 Allison Anderson, Tanesha Carlson, Isabel Lexen, Samantha Nelson, Sarah Knauber, Anthony Peterson, Daniel Halverson, Kayla Nelson, Brady McWillian, Ashley Bergeron, Kayla Karl, Jimmy Richter, Tiffani DeMarre, Vanessa

Neumann, Jade Johnson, Ryan Anderson, Amanda Blok, Jesse Chouinard and Karry Simpson.

Grade 9 Kendra Wells, William Primm, Alexsandra Lonetti, Christine Chenal, Terri McKinney, Nicole Root, Amber Boyle-Carlson, Adam Hardenbergh, Amanda Runnels, Baylee Heimstra, Sadie Kettula, Joel Knauber, Bradley Thomas, Joel Anderson, Marissa Nelson, Cody Hallanger, Danielle Pearce, Haley Kurkowski, Michael Elrod, Justin Pyke, Cathryn McConnell, Ethan Cook and Danielle Peterson.

Grade 10 Megan Anderson, Adrianna Otte, Brett Williamson, Jihye Jang, Rebecca Anderson, Sarah Lexen, Zachary D. Anderson, Bobbi Jo O’Brien, Kelly Daeffler, David Harlander, Amy Jones, Peter Draxler, Andrew Kurkowski, Chelsey Chute, Benjamin Knauber, Orianna Tesch, Brent Crandell and Candace Buck.

Grade 11 Amy Soppeland, Kyle Swenson, Paola Poliseno, Megan Neumann, Lisa Chelmo, Yuting Wang, River Karl, Ashley Heine, Melanie Chenal, Holly Stoner, Michelle Owens, Alexandra Puetz, Ben G. Anderson, Jessica Owens, Alexandria Delosier, Erin Schmidt, Christi Jensen, Savanna Pearson, Samuel Halverson,

Danielle Gadbois, Kelly Wondra, Perry Anderson, Dustin Gabrielson, Florin Schwarzer, Peter Carlson, Nathan Stackhouse, Kanan Hackett, Austin Boykin, Nolan Neumann and Kendra Letch.

Grade 12 Julia Haas, Kristen Anderson, Traci Lundeen, Kathleen Jerry, Lynnea Chelmo, Rachel O”Brien, Emily Didlo, Anne Lexen, Jennifer Murphy, Taylor Bergeron, Bryan Knauber, Dawn Harlander, Jacob Schmidt, Kyung Chung, Chad Wondra, Elliott Lund, Kelli Swenson, Joshua Nelson, Ann Nelson, Jacob Schommer, Jolene Cooper, Dechathorn Suwan, Amanda Jo Lindhal, Ceanna Finch and Steven Lake.

Siren Elementary Awards Day program held SIREN – Siren Elementary School held awards day on the students’ last day of school, June 6. Several elementary students received music awards presented

by Mrs. Sower and/or reading awards presented by Mrs. Borchsenius. – submitted

Michael Conrow and Elizabeth Brown had perfect attendance for two years in a row. – Photos submitted

Ms. Vogler presented a spelling bee award to Raven Emery and perfect attendance awards to students.

The elementary students and staff members also recognized three retiring teachers: Mrs. Benson, Mrs. Borchsenius and Ms. Staples. Benson is a thirdgrade teacher and has taught in Siren for 33 years. Borchsenius is a Title I teacher and has taught for 44 years, 17 in Siren. Staples is the school librarian and has taught for 35.5 years, 30 in Siren.

Showing some creativity

by Brittany Flatten BURNETT COUNTY - On Tuesday June 12, three girls from the area attended a FACT Creative Expression Challenge.

FACT, which stands for Fighting Against Corporate Tobacco, is a group for Wisconsin teens who want to make a difference. Beth Baer, Kelsey Tretsven and Brittany Flatten were the three girls who participated in this event. The girls, along with their chaperone Burnett County Tobacco Coalition coordinator,

Julie Steiner, traveled to Hudson, where the challenge was to be held. The girls filled out an online application and got accepted to go to the CEC in Minocqua on March, 3. However, a snowstorm kept them from attending. The girls were bummed that they didn’t get to go to the CEC but when they found out they could go to another CEC, coming to Hudson they were very excited.

The CEC in Hudson was held at the St. Croix Valley YMCA camp. The program started at 10 a.m. and ended at 6

p.m. Throughout the day Beth, Kelsey and Brittany along with about 15 other teens, were trained on specific messages related to countering the tobacco industry’s marketing tactics and promoting smoke-free air. Empowered with this information, they were separated into small groups and used their creativity to come up with ideas for the 2007 FACT media campaign.

At the end of the day the whole group voted on which two small group campaign ideas were the best. Those two

ideas will be sent on to the final challenge where the final campaign idea will be chosen. When asked about the event Kelsey stated, “It was a very interesting experience. My favorite part was getting to know other people and working with them to come up with creative ideas”.

The three girls had a great time and learned a lot about fighting against corporate tobacco.

Cushing Red Cross Blood Drive a success CUSHING – During the Cushing Red Cross blood drive there were 59 people participating. Fifty units were collected.

Christine Carlson reached the two-gallon mark.

The first-time participants were James

Academic news Jolene Frances Kelch, daughter of Steve and Judy Kelch of Luck, graduated with honors and received an associates degree in accounting from Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College, Rice Lake, at commencement on May 18. – submitted

Falk, Amanda Gudmussen, Dale and Tammy Jensen, Pat Kalisch, Katie and Matt Larson, Shelia Lehman, Jane Meinz and David Swiontek.

The success is largely due to the volunteering from Cushing Community Cen-

ter, Cushing Fire Department, Betty Wilson, Sam and Charlotte Gudmusen, Marci Marquardt, Harland and Sharron Lofgren.

The next Cushing Blood Drive is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 17, from

2 – 7 p.m. For more information and to find our how many units individuals have given, log onto: www.givebloodgivelife.org. - submitted

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EDUCATION VIBRATIONS Grantsburg Honor Roll A Honor Roll Grade 9 Carinna Coy, Cody Crawford, Austin Eskola, Kelsey Lien, Cerenity Louis, Joshua Phillipps, Ethan Prazak, Dustin Ryan, John Schneider, Kallie Thoreson, Leah Ticknor, Aimee VanTatenhove, Sarah Wald, Emma Walker, Larissa Wilhelm, Matthew Wood.

Grade 10 Lydia Benge Briggs, Natta Chuenjumlong, Nicole Davis, Jonathan DeRocker, Justine Diffee, Thane Larson, Nathan McConnell, Jessica Moyer, Tyler Myers, Darryl Richter, Kaitlin Unbehaun, Tina Zimmermann.

Grade 11 Jennifer Anderson, Maarja Anderson,

Megan Branstad, Adam Dahl, Michelle Davidsavor, Madison Graves, Kevin Johnson, Vanessa Kleiss, Chandra Krout, Ashley Larson, Khrystyne Lindgren, Alison McKinley, LaShawn Nohrenberg, Katty Peterson, Emily Prazak, Rebecca Radtke, Alyssa Ryan, Laura Skifstad.

Grade 12 Lenora Benge Briggs, Mollie Bjelland, Jade Johnson, Kyle Johnson, Timothy Josephson, Miranda Kammeyer, Amy Lindh, Crystal Moris, Tracey Nordrum, Rebecca Olson, Shawn Swanson, Jonathan Wick.

B Honor Roll Grade 9 Steven Butler, Casey Crawford, Lindsey Fallstrom, Robert Finch, Mithcell,

Frommader, Daniel Gaffney, Jessika Ilgen, Steven Labatt, Jennifer Langevin, Allen Lindus, Michelle Lund, Christopher Olson, Courtney Rausch, Lauren Romanowski, Rachel Tober, Cody Tromberg.

Grade 10 Kaylynn Anderson, Bradley Berner, Kevin Berry, Trent Bonneville, Benjamin Cole, Mitchell Evenson, Tessa Hane, Gretchen Hedlund, Brittany Hollan, Kayla Johnson, David Larsen, Jennifer Lisiecki, Travis Nelson, Samantha Oman, Jake Ryan, Lauren Stavne, Derek Stevens, Abbey Vaksdal, Ricky VanderVelden, Kristin Zastrow.

Grade 11 Allison Briggs, Melissa Burton, Sasha

Chell, Zachary Corbin, RaeAnn Harmon, Stephanie Jensen, Anthony LaMere, Nicholas Larsen, Cody Marek, Brandon Mogel, Alex Nelson, Lukas Olson, Shawn Pavlik, Amanda Peterson, Jeanne Reis, Jesse Swanson, Donald Syring, William Walker, Simone Workman.

Grade 12 Ami Cunderla, Aundrea Cutler, Paul Edling, Ashley Fallstrom, Olivia Finch, Cody Franklin, Sarah Frommader, Lindsey Hedlund, Amanda Huehn, Holly Knoepke, Tyler Larsen, Jamie Lund, Senja Melin, Michael Myers, Paul Nelson, Thomas Olson, Nicole Paquette, Zachary Phillipps, Andrew Radtke, Rekha Roelfs, Sarina Rogers, Charles Shellito, Jeremy Simon, Cari Skifstad, Brenton Thompson, Tabitha VanDeusen.

Webster Honor Roll A Honor Roll Grade 5 Brian Billings, Kristine Watral, Mikayla Hatfield, Evon Maxwell, Marissa Elliott, Alexandria Holmstrom, Sarah Thielke, Roxanne Songetay and Megan Hophan.

Grade 6 Brooke Bird, Amber Davis, Danielle Formanek, Jacob Hunter, Charles Mahlen, Chelsey McIntyre, Kaleiah Schiller, Samantha Perius, Alyxandria Hatfield, Taylor Heathman, Justin Lemieux, Cheyenne Matrious, Brianna Phernetton, Tessa Schiller, Emma Kelby, Victoria Pope, Nikkita Emberson, Amber Friel, Rebecca Saraceno, Jacob Sargent, Matthew Smith, Brenna Nutt, Jaclyn Loiland, Danielle Curtis, Ashley Nordin and Tianna Stewart.

Grade 7 Mackenzie Koelz, Brittany Maxwell, Olivia Kopecky, Mary Arnold, Miranda Burger, Shauna Rein, Austin Bork, Tasia Lemieux, Joey Erickson, Melissa Gustavson, Chelsea Larson, Katlyn Payson, Matthew Hophan and Danielle Dyson.

Grade 8 Jenna Anderson, Bryana Andren, Siara Erickson, Mason Kriegel, Siiri Larsen, Greg McIntyre, Shaina Pardun, Breeanna Watral, Elise Windbiel, Samantha Kopecky, Connor Pierce, Kayce Rachner,

Brittani Hopkins, Steven Puttbrese, Annie Kelby, Kayla Duclon, Jacob Kuhn, Alyssa Main, Michael Billings, Michelle Gibbs, Devin Greene, Austin Elliott, Jack Taylor and Rachel Salas.

Grade 9 Nolan Kriegel, Allison Leef, Bryan Krause, Robert Billings, Nicole Steiner, Chaz Heinz, Ashley Kuhn, Joseph Cook, Phillip Preston, Bethany Nutt, Torah Pope, Andrea Yezek, Christina Becker and Seth Pardun.

Grade 10 Mitchell Elliott, Brittany Flatten, Catie Mahlen, Olivia Main, Bradley Nutt, Eric Plath, Rebecca Smallwood, Kelsey Tretsven, Rose Kopecky, Alisa Miller, Kara Gall, Quentin Johnson, Rebecca Schrooten and Ryan Estridge.

Grade 11 Brian Gibbs, Jamie Kopecky, Elizabeth Baer, Leighann Flatten, Leah Janssen, Anthony Mensen, Asa Olson, Aimee Rinnman, Amanda Taylor, Eleonora Seu, Alex Main, Avery Pierce, Barbie Antill, Nick Wolfe, Chelsey Bereiter, Shannon Conroy, Andrew Holmquist, Deborah Faught, Joshua Johnson, Camilla Sogaard, Elise Eichman, Brian Thill, Peter Walsh and Katie Waltzing.

Grade 12 Gabriela Santisteban, Casey Ince, Jessica Anderson, Trever Greene, Chelsie Benson, Ashley Ince, Galina Liljenberg, Casey Davis, Jordan Weber, Darancharas Sukheviriya, Stephanie Bakke, Amanda Ramstrom, Melinda Tyson, Nicole Roedl, Nicholas Proulx, Samantha Bump, Scott Doriott and Kristy Echeverria.

B Honor Roll Grade 5 Mary Ludden, Janie Waltzing, Ashley Dietmeier, Aleah Heinz, Cybil Mulroy, Mackenzie Howland, William Arnold, Erik Larson, Alex Spafford, Harley Berthiaume, Casey Sperling, Nathaniel Langrehr, Jack Ralph and Paige Young.

Grade 6 Felicity Bell, James Pijanowski Jr., Bobbi Davis, Samantha Schindeldecker, Summer Songetay and Cailea Dochniak.

Grade 7 Tatyana Pope, Bradley Krause, Leslea Wiggins, Carenna Berrisford, Sharon Zabel, Garrett Eichman, Cody Hughes, Saronah Clark, Christian Weeks, Benjamin Leef, Matthew Elmgren, Taylor Heinz, Anthony Nordin, Alison Becvar, Ciara Koenen and Sarah Nyberg.

Grade 8 Daniel Dochniak, Allison Rydel, James

Wethern, Austin Garrity, Lincoln Spafford, Mary Johnson, Cheryl Sutton, Emily Roppe, Benjamin Jensen and Kelsi Pluff.

Grade 9 Karl Weber, Daniel Erickson, Adam Eichman, Jason Hendry, Judson Mosher, Kevin Packard, Andrew Larson, Terry Fish, Benjamin Shives, Ashley RobinsonMadsen, Amanda Dupre, John Elmgren, Nick Doriott, Mackenzie Nordstrom, Brittany Ballard, Ellie Isaacson and Alyssa Payson.

Grade 10 Abigail Ingalls, Spencer Peterson, Chelsey Robinson, Dakota Gardner, Travis Moser, Scott Stromberg, Courtney Erickson, Jordan Werdier, Charles Bentley, Anthony McCain and Travis Hughes.

Grade 11 Cody Mattison, Colleen Foote, Anthony Nowling, Daniel Cramer, Amanda Alberg, Michael Kurkowski, Dustin Gramer, Shannon Steiner and Bryan Holmstrom.

Grade 12 Paul Olesen, Travis Karrow, Benjamin Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien, Tiffani Quigley, Kevin Ingalls, Katie Thill, Amy French and Jessica Petrangelo.

Siren Honor Roll A Honor Roll Grade 7 Ashley Bjornstad, Ashley Guevara, Tiara Hanson, Danielle Keller, Catrina Luna, Mahriyah McKenzie, Jayme Mitchell, Coty Reh, Samantha Rosado, Riki Rosty, Seth Stoner and Jeremy Wikstrom.

Grade 8 Carley Emery, Byron Jeffers, Nathaniel Larson, Jessica Morris, Tadd Oachs, Elizabeth Otto, Kristen Sexton, Jacob Stiemann, Stephanie Taylor and Michael Wampfler.

Grade 9 Sarah Howe and Mackenzie Swenson.

Grade 10 Emily Muus.

Grade 11 Sydney Berreth Doran, Courtney Daniels and Britteny Muus.

Grade 12 Ashley Cummings, Caitlin Flanigan, Lauren Howe, Brittany Jaskolka, Brynn McBroom, Amanda Peterson and Robert Smith.

B Honor Roll Grade 7 Luke Bollant, Justin Decorah, Tayler Frederickson, Amber Hall, Leo Hanson, Elijah Hinze, Tricia Kopecky, Jennica Kosloski, Christina Luna, Sara Long, Jessica Lysdahl, Abigail Mitchell, Adam Neurer, Taylor Renberg, Jocelyn Rudd, Murdock Smith, Jacob Stener and Alan Strabel.

Grade 8 Heather Bearheart, Andrew Brown, Rachel Gloodt, Kaylene Johnson, Ian Martin, Evan Oachs, Leanne Pigman, Tyler Richison and Isaac Wegner.

Grade 9 Jeffrey Alden, Meghan Baasch, Breanna Barr, Christine Hall, Nicholas Hanson, Derek Jaskolka, Haily Mulroy and Joseph Pigman.

Grade 10 Amanda Bachman, Michael Baier, Charles Brown IV, Benjamin Clasen, Allison Didier, Aaron Engstrand, Jesse Hinze, Michael Hunter, Kevin Niedenfuer, Jessica Tills, Jenna Wambolt and Larissa Yonashiro.

Grade 11 Alysha Alden, Thad Baasch, Larissa Bartheidel, Matthew Burroughs, Amanda Coen, Thomas Chosa, Elizabeth Daniels, Travis Freese, Melissa Horwath, Timothy Jewell, Jennifer Mitchell, Marcus Morris, Charisse Phernetton, Jordan Potvin, Lynette Renberg, Jessica Sanders, April Shipley and Kelley Wampfler.

Grade 12 John Anderson, Holly Barber, Jena Coyour, Keith Cremin, Jacob Didier, Derek Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Jock, Jesse Gilbertson, Misty Hunter, Lance Johnson, Kacey Lamphere, Matthew Lester, Kimberly Lindberg, Ashley Maslow, Aundrea Proulx and Amalie Vestergaard.

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OBITUARIES Peggy Jean Daniels Peggy Jean Daniels, 62, died June 5, 2007, after complications from surgery.

Peggy was born in Alexandria, Va., in 1945 and relocated to Frederic in 1993.

Peggy Jean retired to Frederic, after over 20 years of service as a secretary at the United States Forest Service headquarters in Washington, D.C. Upon arrival in Frederic she was asked to come out of retirement to work as a clerk for the village of Frederic, which she did for several years.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Marlo Pearce Daniels, in 1994.

She is survived by children, Shawn and Heather Daniels; grandchildren, Derrick, Katelynn, Aidan Daniels and Christopher Cihlar; brother, James Lee Gordon; daughter and son-in-law, Melissa Daniels and Frank Cihlar; and many other relatives and friends.

Memorial services were held Monday, June 11, at the Rowe Funeral Home in Frederic.

The Rowe Funeral Home, Frederic, was entrusted with arrangements.

Theodora L. Mann Theodora L. Mann, age 56, a resident of Oakland Township, died June 15, 2007, at her home.

Theodora was born June 24, 1950, in the Maple Plains Community at her grandfather and grandmother’s home near Cumberland. She was the daughter of Thomas and Melvina (Skinaway) Buck, Sr. Theodora spent her childhood years in the Pine Lake and Round Lake Communities near Luck. Theodora attended elementary school at Unity and middle school in Amery.

She graduated from Clear Lake High School in May of 1969. After graduation, Theodora moved to St. Paul, Minn., where she learned about life experiences. There she was blessed with two beautiful, precious gifts from the Lord, her two sons Travis Dean and Brian Kelly.

Theodora moved back to Wisconsin in 1980, only to move back to St. Paul until she married Greg Mann in St. Paul, Minn., on May 17, 1992. It was then they moved to Connors Lake where they made their home.

Theodora was employed at the St. Croix Tribal Enterprises since 1992. For the past nine years she has worked in the enrollment department, which was both interesting and challenging.

Theodora was preceded in death by her parents; son, Brian Kelly; brothers, Thomas L. Buck, Jr., Timothy L. Buck and Terrence L. Buck.

Theodora is survived by her husband; son, Travis D. of Webster; sister, Thamer (Benny) Rogers of Webster; brothers, Tyler (Carol) Buck of Webster, James Morden of Clear Lake and Johnny Buck of Stillwater, Minn.; sister-in-heart LaVerne Buck of Stillwater, Minn.; special auntie and grandmother, Violet Buck of Stillwater, Minn.; cousin and sister, Kathryn Sam of McGregor, Minn.; and other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held Monday, June 18, at Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home with Pastor Mike Ascher officiating. Music was provided by organist Fran McBroom and soloist Joan Daniels. Interment followed at Orange Cemetery in Oakland Township, Burnett County. Casket bearers were Butch Buck, Steve Benjamin, Lonnie Benjamin, Kevin Hodge, Gary Stoner, and Joseph Buck, Sr. The Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home in Webster was entrusted with arrangements.

Jack “Big Eagle” Edward Roper Jr. Jack “Big Eagle” Edward Roper Jr., Grantsburg, 39, died June 11, 2007, at his home.

Jack was born Aug. 12, 1967, to Jack and Carol (Peters) Roper. He attended school in Minneapolis, Minn., and graduated from Webster High School. He spent most of his life with his children and family. He enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Jack was preceded in death by his father, Jack Roper Sr., and maternal grandparents, Ernie and Elsie Peters.

Jack is survived by his daughters, Ashley, Alicia and Jackie; granddaughter, Emily Ann Stuart; mother, Carol Roper; his children’s mother, Lisa Morse; sister, Sharrie Roper, all of Webster; and brother, James Roper of Cass Lake, Minn.; godmother, Jeri Stepan of Webster and many uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Friday, June 15, at Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home with Chaplin Lucy Basler.

The Native American Committal Service was at the Jackson Cemetery on Saturday, June 16, with Sheldon Wolfchild officiating. Honorary pallbearers were James Roper, Larry Mulroy, Mark Mulroy, Charles Robinson, Reubin Adan and Paul Berg.

The Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home in Webster was entrusted with arrangements.

Clifford G. Shaw Clifford G. Shaw died June 13, 2007, at the VA hospital in San Francisco, Calif., while holding the hands of his son, Tim, and daughter-in-law Dawn and surrounded by loving family.

Clifford was born on Jan. 25, 1939, in Decatur, Ill. Clifford was retired after more than 20 years of military service. He began his Army career in a military hospital while working in a physical therapy clinic. As he moved up through the ranks, he worked in the motor pool as a mechanic, as a cook in the mess hall, and finally as the manager of a military NCO Club.

Clifford was preceded in death by his parents, Clifford Shaw and Lola Cristy; his stepfather, Alan Cristy; his father-in-law, Ingolf Monson; and his beloved pet, a chocolate Labrador named Teddy.

Clifford is survived by his children, Cristopher (Suzanne) Shaw of Davidsonville, MD, and Timothy (Dawn) Shaw of San Francisco, Calif.; his former wife and mother of his children, Linda Monson Shaw; and her mother, Violet Monson; his grandchildren, Ricky, Emma, Noah, Ryan, and Brandon; his sister, Elizabeth (Warren) Kester of Kalamazoo, Mich.; stepbrother, William (Olga) Cristy of Va.; and many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Clifford’s greatest joys in life were his children, grandchildren, family and friends, fishing, woodworking, and eating ice cream.

Visitation will be held at the Rowe Funeral Home in Luck, on Thursday, June 21, from 4 to 7 p.m. A funeral service will be held Friday, June 22, at 10 a.m. also at the Rowe Funeral Home in Luck with a visitation being held one hour prior to the service.

The Rowe Funeral Home, Luck, was entrusted with the arrangements.

Margaret (Maggie) J. Nelson Margaret (Maggie) J. Nelson, age 63, a resident of Daniels Township, died June 12, 2007, at her home.

Maggie was born Feb. 14, 1944, in Grand Rapids, Minn., to Clarence and Virginia (Carroll) LeClaire.

Maggie worked as a fry cook for 15 years, five of those in Minneapolis and 10 in Hastings, Minn. She was employed locally at Thompson Restaurant in Siren for six years and the Holiday Grocery Store in the produce department for 10 years.

Maggie was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Virginia; stepmother Violet; and brotherin-law, John Nelson.

Maggie is survived by her husband of 44 years, Richard Nelson of Siren; daughter, Barb (Mike) Hansen of St. Paul, Minn.; brother-in-law, Anthony Nelson of Hastings, Minn.; grandchildren, Zach, Zoey, Zaley and Ashley. Also survived by other relatives and many friends.

Private family services will be held at a later date.

The Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home in Webster was entrusted with arrangements.

Robert Northquest Robert Northquest, 81, lost his battle with cancer on June 11, 2007, at St. Croix Regional Medical Center in St. Croix Falls.

Robert was born Aug. 6, 1925, to John and Mabel Northquest. He graduated from St. Croix Falls High School. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was married to Carol Brown on June 10, 1950.

Seven children were born to this union.

He worked at various jobs leading up to working for the city of St. Croix Falls for several years. After retirement, he mowed grass at the Polk County Fairgrounds.

He was a member of First Baptist, Taylors Falls, Minn., where he served in various ways. He was an active member of American Legion Post 143. He also became a member of Posts 40 & 8.

He enjoyed family times, campouts, Navy reunions, Legion fish frys, afternoon coffee at Wayne’s Café and keeping busy.

He was preceded in death by his father; four brothers-in-law and two sisters-in-law and many relatives.

He is survived by his mother, of St. Croix Falls; sister, Joan (Joe) Janzen of Chaska, Minn.; wife of 57 years, Carol; children, Roger (Nancy) of Grantsburg, Ronald of St. Croix Falls, Diane (Doug) Ackerman of Andover, Minn., Al (Sandy) of Litchfield, Minn., Faye (Sherwood) Bergseid of Shorewood, Minn., Michael (Joneen) of Blaine, Minn., Steven of Minnetonka, Minn.; 14 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren and many other relatives.

The funeral service was held June 14 at First Baptist Church of Taylors Falls, Minn. Interment was at the St. Croix Cemetery.

The Edling Funeral Home, St. Croix Falls, was entrusted with arrangements.

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CHURCH NEWS Trinity Lutheran celebrates 125 years FALUN – Sunday, June 24, will be a special day in the life of Trinity Lutheran Church, Falun. On that day, the congregation will celebrate 125 years of ministry.

The regular church service has been changed from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., followed by a noon meal. A celebratory program will be held starting at 1:30 p.m.

The church was started by a small group of Scandinavian settlers who felt the need to worship together.

Swedish Evangelical North Sweden Congregation of Burnett County was the name given to the original church. The organizational meeting was held at the Gust Anderson home at Dunham Creek June 27, 1882.

Membership during that first year grew to 35. Meetings and worship services were held in homes and at the Mission House at Dunham Creek.

The first church building was put up in 1886 on Carl Erick Anderson’s land at Mud Hen Lake. That same year, the members petitioned to become part of the

Minnesota Conference of the Augustana Synod.

Services were held at Mud Hen Lake until 1893 when John Warner gave an acre of land for a new church building in Falun. The existing building was sold to the town of Daniels to use as their town hall.

The new building in Falun was completed in 1899. In 1914, a back room and vestibule were added. In 1931, the name of the church was changed to Nebo Lutheran Church.

The name Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church was used when the congregation merged with the Wood River Ansgari church in 1939. The Ansgari building was moved to Danbury, and is in use now as the Evangelical Free Church.

Extensive remodeling of the Trinity building started in 1952. This included adding a full basement, a kitchen and bathrooms. The house next to the church was purchased in April 1982 for use as the church’s parsonage.

Changes are still going on with the church and the adjoining property. The June 18, 2001, F-3 tornado narrowly missed the church, but many trees were blown down or damaged on the property north of the church.

A facility committee was formed about 10 years ago, and has been actively looking at ways to make the building and its facilities more accessible. Problems with the external structure are being dealt with.

Pastor Carl Heidel and his wife, Charlotte, have been serving the church since May 15, 2005. They have encouraged the congregation to grow, not only in numbers but in an understanding of the challenges that are facing churches today.

The new mission statement of Trinity Lutheran Church states: “We are God’s mission. We do this by living Christ.” – Nancy Jappe with information from Trinity church

Lilac Sunday celebrated at St. Luke’s

On Lilac Sunday, May 13, Pastor Freddie Kirk gave out Bibles to Hayden Swanson, Brandi Bahr, Jon Erickson and Hunter Schmidt at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church in Frederic. The rest of the church school children joined in celebration by singing several songs. Not pictured but receiving Bibles were Shyla Szurgot and Hunter Dodds. – Photo submitted

Local churches to hold outdoor Masses BURNETT/POLK COUNTIES – St. Dominic and Immaculate Conception Catholic churches will be holding outdoor Masses for the summer. This is a way to get to know our neighbors and make new friends. The dates are as follows: June 20, 6 p.m., at the Cushing Park.

July 11, 6 p.m., at the Siren Park.

July 25, 6 p.m., at the Dave Rudolph home, Grantsburg.

Aug. 8, 6 p.m., at the Coon Lake Park in Frederic.

There will be Mass first, then they will have a potluck supper afterwards. Plates, cups, silverware and coffee are furnished. Bring a dish to pass and your own beverage.

For more information, call the parish office at 715327-8119. – submitted

St. Luke’s UMC, Frederic, celebrated Lilac Sunday on May 13, when the lilacs were in full bloom. The three young ladies chosen to be Lilac Girls this year were Brandi Bahr, McKenna Rognrud and Hayden Swanson. The girls were all smiles as they held up their baskets of flowers. – Photo submitted

Pilgrim Lutheran confirmands

On Wednesday, May 30, the youth group and their friends from Pilgrim Lutheran Church met at the church for the above photo. The group carpooled to Siren to play 18 holes of miniature golf. Afterwards the group stopped at the Dairy Queen for refreshments. The worship service this past Holy Trinity Sunday was enhanced with special music by The Bill Bittner Memorial Dixieland Jazz Band. Toes were tapping and voices were loud – singing along to the songs they played. Some of the songs were “Do Lord,” “Just A Closer Walk with Thee,” “He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands” and the closing hymn was “When The Saints Go Marching In.” During the singing of “Amazing Grace,” solos were performed by Bryn Anderson on clarinet; Adam Bever on trombone; and Brad Anderson on trumpet.

Other musicians were Bob Lindberg on drums and his brother Joe on bass along with Rachel Erickson on piano. Teachers are getting ready for Vacation Bible School. This year’s theme is “The Great Bible Reef” which will have kids swimming with delight as they explore all of God’s creation under the sea.

The children will dive deep into God’s word and take the plunge into a fun, faith-filled week that will have kids flipping their fins about God’s love. All children of the community, ages Pre-K through sixth grade are invited to join VBS. It will begin Sunday, July 29, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the church with registration and a family campfire along with the ever-popular smores being enjoyed by everyone. Around noon on Monday, July 30, Tuesday, July 31, Wednesday, Aug. 1, and Thursday, Aug. 2 arrangements have been made so the Frederic school bus will pick up students from summer school and drop them off at the church to attend VBS. When they arrive, lunch will be served and then an afternoon of making a splash with VBS. Parents are asked to pick up or make arrangements to pick up their children at 4 p.m. when VBS is done each day. For more information, call the church office at 327-8012 or go to their Web site www.pilgrimlutheranfrederic.com. Pilgrim Lutheran invites all to attend Sunday morning worship services at their summer hours of 9 a.m. - submitted by Carol Thompson

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CHURCH NEWS Building distractions For the first time in over three years, I find myself wordless.

What shall I write for this column?

I hunt through my stack of ideas but still come up dry. It’s a writer’s worst nightmare.

My mind is a blizzard of distrac- Sally Bair tions because I’m in the midst of building an addition to my house.

Drills buzz, hammers pound, a PERSPECTIVES radio blares. The quiet peacefulness of home—so conducive to writing—shattered! The words of a friend come to me: “Nothing destroys a Christian’s prayer concentration more than a building project.” How true! My mind works on overload with building thoughts.

How much more will this cost? What color shall I paint the walls? Should I enlarge this area? How much more will this cost? Do I want low windows, or high? Will my bookcase fit in this corner? How much more will this cost?

If ever you’ve built a house or remodeled, you can empathize with these words. The distractions are endless and enormous. Except for necessary chores, everything takes second place to a building project.

It’s a process that one endures for the sake of gaining something new or better. My personal goal is a private office. But in the hectic process, I need a mindrenewal.

Paul the Apostle reminds us in Romans 12:2 that our minds need to be renewed to prevent us from being conformed to the pattern of the world. How can we apply the verse practically? By finding a quiet place to withdraw from the buzzing and pounding in order to spend quiet time with the Lord. That might mean in the bathroom, in a walk-in closet, or at a park.

It isn’t always a building project that causes minddistraction. It can be anything. But whatever it is, we can avoid it. Paul did. He remained calm enough to sleep through shipwrecks. He rejoiced in the Lord while enduring beatings and imprisonment and harassment and persecution. He remained steadfast even though he felt great sorrow and anguish over the weak state of the new Christian church. In a sense, Paul went through a building process—that of building up the church—and chose not to allow his mind to be distracted by any circumstance, knowing that in the end there would be eternal gain.

Lord, when we are threatened by mind-distractions—no matter the cause—give us the strength and will to remain on course. In Jesus’ name, amen.

(Mrs. Bair may be reached at sallybair@gmail.com)

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Folk music sing-a-long CENTURIA/BALSAM LAKE - For your enjoyment, Interfaith Caregivers presents a concert at Holy Trinity United Methodist Church located on CTH I between Centuria and Balsam Lake on Sunday, June 24, at 7 p.m.

Brenda Mayer is the concert director for this fun-filled event. People of all ages are invited to come and sing along with well-known folk songs. Tunes that we grew up with like, “This Land is Your Land,“ “Blowin’ in the Wind,” “Puff the Magic Dragon” and many more songs we can sing along with at this exciting concert. There will be a friendly gathering after the concert where treats will be served.

The concert is free to the public, and a freewill donation will be taken to support the Interfaith Caregivers program. Our volunteers put “faith in action” by helping seniors and disabled people in our communities maintain an independent lifestyle. Polk Burnett County Chapter of Thrivent will provide a 50-percent match for any gift made that evening, so they encourage everyone to come for an evening of fun and reminiscing! The more the merrier!

Any questions call Interfaith Caregivers at 715-4839263. - submitted

St. Luke’s Wednesday worship at Lonesome Lil’s FREDERIC – Come worship with St. Luke’s United Methodist Church at Lonesome Lil’s Coffee House at 103 Wisconsin Avenue South in Frederic on Wednesday, June 27, 5:30 p.m., as they bring God’s word into the community. Music will be provided by Brad Alden. They welcome everyone. – submitted

You can’t get to heaven alone

Paul wrote that salvation is “not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy...” (Titus 3:5).

In Jesus’ discussion of the Judgment Day, (Part 3 of 5) He continues, “Not everyone that saith unto me, As this series has been pointing out, many Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; people believe they can get to heaven alone – but he that doeth the will of my Father which with only one of God’s list of salvation esis in heaven” (Matthew 7:21; cf. 28:20). This sentials. So far we have examined two ways Garret submission to God’s will differs from trying to that some people try to get to heaven alone. saved by our works. The Jews tried to do Derouin be This week let us examine a third way. the latter and were rejected: “For they being igSome try to get to heaven by WORKS norant of God’s righteousness, and going about to THE alone. establish their own righteousness, have not subSome believe as long as they do enough PREACHER’S mitted themselves unto the righteousness of God” good works, God will save them. Many at (Romans 10:3). judgment will try to get through the gate in Further, salvation has to do with where a this way. Jesus explained: “Many will say to person is. We can only give God glory in the me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy church (Ephesians 3:21). In God’s view, every mature name? And in thy name have cast out devils? And in thy person is either in the world or in the church (Ephname done many wonderful works?” (Matthew 7:22). esians 2:12-13). Every saved person is in the church, Their “wonderful works” could include such things as because that is where God put him when He saved feeding the hungry, clothing the naked, caring for the him (Acts 2:47). Good works are “good” but they are sick, visiting those in prison, attending religious serv- not good enough alone for salvation. (Adapted from ices, community involvement, giving to charities, a tract by Wade Webster) reading their Bibles, helping the oppressed, and carIf readers have questions or simply wish to know ing for widows, orphans, and abused more about the Church of Christ, we would like to inchildren/spouses (cf. Matthew 25). Jesus does not dis- vite them to call 715-866-7157 or stop by the church pute their claim of good works. Yet, in spite of these building at 7425 W. Birch St. in Webster. Sunday Bible deeds, He says that He will profess to them, “I never class begins at 9:30 a.m. and worship begins at 10:30 knew you; depart from me, ye that work iniquity” a.m. We also meet Wednesday evenings at 7 p.m. Of(Matthew 7:23). He was not condemning good works, fice hours are Tuesdays through Fridays 9 a.m. - noon. of course, but was stressing that they are not enough.

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Couples renew wedding vows at Bethany

Twenty-two couples renewed their wedding vows at Bethany Lutheran Church in Siren Sunday, June 10, between worship services. Standing before the alter in the presence of God, the ceremony included traditional scripture readings and special music. The Gospel lesson and sermon for Sunday, June 17, were from Luke 7:36-8:3. In verses 48-50, Jesus told a woman from the city, who was a sinner, “Your sins are forgiven… Your faith has saved you; go in peace.” This was after the woman bathed and anointed his feet. “Therefore, I tell you, her sins, which were many, have been forgiven; hence she has shown great love,” Jesus said in verse 47. Bethany Lutheran holds Sunday services at 8 and 10:30 a.m.

Everyone is welcome to attend. For more information, call 715-349-5280.– Bethany Lutheran Church, Siren

Luck Lutheran welcomes new members

As part of its festival of the Holy Trinity on Sunday, June 3, Luck Lutheran welcomed several new members to its congregation. Pictured are (L to R): Cody and Rachel Donald, Nancy Pedersen, Kay, Nate and Stephen Dorrance, Randy Schallenberger, Leigha VanSickle with Alexander and Gavin and Brian Paulson. New members not pictured are Sharon Paulson and Jerry and Judy Curnow. – Photo submitted

Another celebration in the town of Falun FALUN – Please join Trinity Lutheran Church of Falun in celebrating its 125th anniversary! The celebration is to be held at the church on Sunday, June 24. Former Pastors Elizabeth Larson Gustafson and Jeff Cottingham will be part of the 10:30 a.m. church service. There will be special music by Karl and Judy Wicklund and Gene Gronlund.

A lunch will be served at noon. Due to limited seat-

ing, reservations will be required. Please call the church office at 689-2271 if you would like to attend. Weather permitting, a group picture will be taken at 1 p.m. The afternoon program at 1:30 p.m. will include former Pastor Mike Peterson with music and memories. Refreshments will be served following the program. – submitted

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CHURCH NEWS Gradual transfer of responsibility prepares daughter for life Q: My sister's daughter went off to college at 18 and immediately went a little crazy. She had always been a good kid, but when she was on her own, she drank like a lush, was sexually promiscuous and flunked three of her classes. My daughter is only 12, but I don't want her to make the same mistakes when she is beyond our grasp. How can I get her ready to handle freedom and independence?

DR. DOBSON: Well, you may already be 12 years late in beginning to prepare your daughter for that moment of release. The key is to transfer freedom and responsibility to her little by little from early childhood, so she won't need your supervision when she is beyond it. To move suddenly from tight control to utter liberty is an invitation to disaster.

I learned this principle from my own mother, who made a calculated effort to teach me independence and responsibility. After laying a foundation during the younger years, she gave me a "final examination" when I was 17 years old. Mom and Dad went on a two week trip and left me at home with the family car and permission to have my buddies stay at the house.

Wow! Fourteen sleepovers in a row! I couldn't believe it. We could have torn the place apart – but we didn't.

We behaved rather responsibly.

I always wondered why my mother took such a risk, and after I was grown, I asked her about it. She just smiled and said, "I knew in one year you would be leaving for college, where you would have complete freedom with no one watching over you. I wanted to

expose you to that independence while you were still under my influence."

I suggest that you let your daughter test the waters of freedom occasionally as she's growing up, rather than tossing her into the big, wide ocean all at once. It takes wisdom and tact to pull that off, but it can be Dr. James done. If you do the job properly, the Dobson time of release in six or seven years will be a gentle transition rather than a cataclysmic event.

••• Q: If you had to choose between a very authoritarian style of parenting versus one that is permissive and lax, which would you prefer?

Which is healthier for kids?

DR. DOBSON: Both extremes leave their characteristic scars on children, and I would be hard pressed to say which is more damaging. At the oppressive end of the continuum, a child suffers the humiliation of total domination. The atmosphere is icy and rigid and he lives in constant fear. He is unable to make his own decisions, and his personality is squelched beneath the hobnailed boot of parental authority. Lasting characteristics of dependency, deep, abiding anger and serious adolescent rebellion often result from this domination.

But the opposite extreme is also damaging to kids. In the absence of adult leadership the child is her own master from her earliest babyhood. She thinks the world revolves around her heady empire and often

Community worship Saturday SIREN - Area churches are joining together for a community worship night at Siren Assembly of God Church on Saturday, June 23. The service will begin at 6 p.m. with praise and worship led by Kay Nelson and her daughter, Paula Shearer.

There will time for testimonies and

prayer as well as worship. Everyone is welcome.

Siren Assembly of God Church is located south of the stoplight on Hwy 35 in Siren. For further information call Pastor Andy Bollant at 715-349-5750. - submitted

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has utter contempt and disrespect for those closest to her. Anarchy and chaos reign in her home. Her mother is often the most frazzled and frustrated woman on her block. It would be worth the hardship and embarrassment she endures if her passivity produced healthy, secure children. It typically does not.

The healthiest approach to child rearing is found in the safety of the middle ground between disciplinary extremes. Children tend to thrive best in an environment where the two ingredients, love and control, are present in balanced proportions.

When the scale tips in either direction, problems usually begin to develop at home. Unfortunately, parenting styles in a culture tend to sweep back and forth like pendulum from one extreme to the other.

••• Dr. Dobson is founder and chairman of the board of the nonprofit organization Focus on the Family, P.O. Box 444, Colorado Springs, CO. 80903; or www.family.org. Questions and answers are excerpted from "The Complete Marriage and Family Home Reference Guide" and "Bringing Up Boys," both published by Tyndale House.

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Al-Anon meeting now available in Frederic FREDERIC – An Al-Anon meeting group has formed and is meeting weekly in Frederic on Thursday evenings. If you are experiencing issues with codependency, or issues with being in a relationship with an alcohol or drug user, check it out. The meeting is held each Thurs-

day at 7 p.m. at St. Luke’s Methodist, the brick church on Hwy. 35 on the south side of town. Enter through the back door. Call Pastor Freddie with any questions at 327-4436. Everyone is welcome.

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Fairgrounds. www.antigolibertydays.com

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PUBLIC AUCTION: June 25, 2007, Balsam Lake Mini Storage, 8:30 a.m. Personal effects, household goods and misc. items belonging to the following: Kim and Troy Hochstetler, Unit #BA03 and Sherri McKenzie, Unit #86.

42-43Lc PUBLIC AUCTION: June 25, 2007, Frederic Mini Storage, 9:30 a.m. Personal effects, household goods and misc. items belonging to Joseph Madsen, Unit #30. 42-43Lc PUBLIC AUCTION: June 25, 2007, Siren Mini Storage, 10 a.m. Personal effects, household goods and misc. items belonging to Brenda Pierce, Unit #10. 42-43Lc

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Dairy Breakfast held at Burdick farm

Michelle Dalsveen and her cousin, Ben Kopecky, had fun discovering what was in their gift bags during the dairy breakfast.

Community service workers provided through Burnett County Restorative Justice Response worked for about nine days to help prepare the Burdick farm for the annual dairy breakfast. On the day of the breakfast, Denny Blodgett from Burnett County Interfaith Caregivers drove them out to the farm for breakfast, then the men worked the remainder of the day for Interfaith. Shown here are (L to R) front row: Ben Kopecky; Dave Kopecky, supervisor of the workers; Ron Garbow; Howard Kopecky from the Polk-Burnett Community Ag. Association, sponsors of the breakfast; and Laurence Bildow. Back row: Blodgett, Mike Livingston, Jeffrey Young and Chris Holmquist.

Rep. Ann Hraychuck arrived in time to eat her wild-rice pancake Mary Burdick, owner of the farm at which this year’s Dairy Breakfast was held, and ham breakfast before she got reached for a sign with the words “All creatures great and small …” printed on behind the grill to do her part to it, and gathered children and animals around for a photo. The children at This little puppy, held by Madison feed other people.

Grandpa Jim’s Petting Zoo (Grandpa Jim being Jim Glover, Grantsburg) at the Thompson, Sauk Rapids, Minn., was very time were (L to R): Jessica Glover with a cat, Ben Kopecky and Michelle interested in the baby ducks swimming in Photos by Nancy Jappe Dalsveen with chicks, and Madison Thompson, Sauk Rapids, Minn., with baby a wading pool as part of Grandpa Jim’s goats. petting zoo.

Grant and Mary Burdick rotationally graze 30 Jersey cows on their farm near Clam Falls. They raise all their own young stock, and machine harvest very little of their forage.

Winter feed is purchased from neighboring farms. The Burdicks ship their milk to Ellsworth Creamery.

Tim Gerber, manager of Community Bank-Siren, took his turn at flipping wildrice pancakes during the 23th-annual dairy breakfast held Saturday, June 16, at the Grant and Mary Burdick farm near Clam Falls.

Farm owner Grant Burdick (L) was interviewed by live remote radio through 100.9 WCMP-FM during the dairy breakfast Saturday, June 16.

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JUNE

WEDNESDAY/20 Cushing

• Outdoor Mass St. Dominic and Immaculate Conception Catholic Churches at the Cushing Park, 6 p.m. Call 715-327-8119 for more info.

Coming events

Coming event items are published as a public service. Items must be submitted by 10 a.m. on Mondays to be assured of publication in that week’s issue.

• Eagle Athletic Booster Club meets, membership registration and meeting, 6 p.m. at the high school library.

SAT. & SUN./ JUNE 30 & JULY 1

THURS. - SUN/21 - 24

• Lions Club Annual Softball Tournament, Class C & D, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. at the ballpark. contact Klaus at 715-244-3403 for more info.

Unity

Danbury

Hayward

• 58th-annual Musky Festival, www.haywardareachamber.com.

Frederic • Fastest Show on H2O Watercross, 6th annual,10 a.m., on Coon Lake. Call 715-3278679, 715-497-2222, 715-327-5738, 715-297-8487 or 715-327-8762.

Milltown • 57th-annual Fishermen’s Party, for more info: 715-825-2222.

THURSDAY/21

Luck • West Denmark Family Camp Program, begins Sat. at 7 p.m. Call 715-472-2383 for more info.

Frederic

• 500 cards, 6:30 p.m., at the senior center.

• Lioness meeting, 7 p.m., at Phyllis Meyer’s house. Supper at 5:30 p.m. at Skol Haus in downtown West Sweden.

• Al-Anon meeting, 7 p.m., at St. Luke’s Methodist Church. Enter through the back door. Call 715-327-4436 for more info.

SATURDAY/30 Balsam Lake

• Freedom Festival 2007 2nd-annual Karaoke Idol Contest & Finals.

• Annual Library Summer Book Sale, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

• White Elephant & Bake Sale, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church.

Luck • American Legion & Auxiliary #255 meeting, 7 p.m., at the village hall.

Clam Falls

St. Croix Falls • Senior Center, exercise class at 10-11 a.m.; blood pressure screening at 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; potluck lunch at 12:30 p.m.; annual meeting at 1 p.m.; 500 cards at 6:30 p.m.

• Historical Society meeting, 7 p.m., at the Scenic Riverway Visitor Center. Ken Martens of Houlton, speaking about the Civil War, as it affected residents of the valley.

St. Croix Falls • Barefoot in the Park, runs through Aug. 5, presented by the Festival Theatre. For more info contact 715-483-3387, 888-887-6002 or www.festivaltheatre.org.

• Pie & Ice-cream Social, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m., at the Lutheran church.

This wild rosebush nicknamed Grandpa Nick, owned by Sharon Berres-Halverson of Frederic, was brought over from Poland to Minnesota by Berres-Halverson’s great-granfather in 1902. This very fragrent wild rosebush has lived at many different addresses over the past 105 years and is still going strong. Sharon has one of the last two remaining original plants. Berres-Halverson’s brother in Bloomington, Minn., has the other, which was taken off of this plant two years ago. Berres-Halverson grew up with this rose growing at every home that she lived in. “I’m glad that Grandpa Nick has a home in Frederic,” noted Berres-

Rice Lake

Osceola

Siren

• 8th-annual Breast Cancer Poker Run, registration 10:30 a.m.-noon, at Harley-Davidson.

Call 715-234-5400 or 715-458-4604.

• American Legion Post #132 meets, 7 p.m., at the Pour House.

Siren

• DivorceCare divorce recovery seminar & support group meets at the First Baptist Church at 7 p.m., with sessions for both adults and children.

FRI. & SAT./22 & 23 A&H

• 9th-annual Trash & Treasure Sale, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Lakeside Lutheran Church.

FRI. - SUN./22 - 24 Siren

• 11th-annual jr. high boys baseball tournament, Contact Mike Murphy at 715-349-5233 or mbmurphy@sirentel.net.

FRIDAY/22 Balsam Lake

• Balsam Lutheran Church bake sale, 3-6 p.m. at the farmers market in Pine Park. Pie & coffee will be available.

Frederic • Pokeno played, 1 p.m., at the senior center.

St. Croix Falls • Music on the Overlook presents Feelin’ Groovy, 7 p.m.

• 360 sprint car racing, at Kopellah Speedway, 7:30 p.m. Call 715-566-0646 for more info.

SAT. & SUN./23 & 24 Rice Lake

• 38th-annual Hungry Hollow Steam & Gas Engine Club Show, 7 a.m.-5 p.m., at the Barron County Fairgrounds. 715-234-8423 for more info.

SATURDAY/23 A&H

• Sunflower Daze plant sale/bake sale/crafts, etc., 9 a.m.-1 p.m., at Sacred Hearts Church.

Clear Lake

• Drop-off day for Siren Lions & Lioness Labor Day yard sale, 9 a.m.-noon at the east side of Clam Lake. Call 715-349-2400.

• Community worship, 6 p.m., at Assembly of God Church. Everyone is welcome. Call 715349-5750 for more info.

Somerset • River Valley Hockey Assoc. Golf Tournament & Fundraiser, at Bristol Ridge Golf Course. Registration noon-1 p.m., shotgun start at 1 p.m. Call 888-872-5596, 715-2549170 or 715-755-3427.

Taylors Falls • Hot Metal Pour-sculpting exhibition, at Franconia Sculpture Park, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

SUNDAY/24 Alpha

• 500 cards, 6:30 p.m., at the senior center.

• Falun Community Reunion, at the First Baptist Church, 2 p.m. Call 715-463-3625 or 715689-2776 for more info.

Luck • Wisconsin Musky Tour tournament, on Bone Lake. Call 715-369-1394 or log on to www.wmtseries.com. for more info.

St. Croix Falls • Senior Center, exercise class at 10-11 a.m., 500 cars and dominos at 12:30 p.m.

Siren

• Food and Friends community dinner, 5-6 p.m. at Grace United Methodist Church.

• Interfaith Caregivers fundraiser concert, at Holy Trinity United Methodist Church on CTH I, 7 p.m. Call 715-483-9263 for more info.

Cushing • 69th Sterling Settler’s Picnic, at the community center. Please bring a dish to share, everything else is furnished.

• Blessings Trio, at Skonewood Christian Retreat Center, 7 p.m. Everyone welcome.

Falun

St. Croix Falls

Falun

Balsam Lake

• Polk County Historical Society meeting, 7:15 p.m.at the justice center. Speaker, Ralph Weber, will bring stereoscopes and cards along with his knowledge. Board meeting at 5:45 p.m.

Centuria

Connersville

• 4th-annual Neil McKenzie Youth Fishing Derby, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Call 715-646-2060 for more info.

TUESDAY/26

• Burnett County Republican Party meets, 7 p.m., at the Government Center, Room 162.

• Central County Coonhunters Club’s Swim Race, north on CTH K. Call 715-822-8834.

Deer Lake

Voyager Village • Longest Day of Golf Fundraiser, at the golf course, supporting Kinship of Burnett County.

Call 715-349-2699 for more info.

• Historical Society Annual Ice-Cream Social, at Smoland Prairie Homestead on Hwy. 70, 2-4 p.m.

• Trinity Lutheran Church’s 125th-anniversary celebration, 10:30 a.m. service, noon lunch and 1:30 p.m. program. For reservations for lunch call 715-689-2271.

• Heritage Days Demo Derby, at the park, 2 p.m.

St. Croix Falls • Senior Center, art group meets at 9:30 a.m.

• 12th-annual Pie & Ice-Cream Social, at Good Samaritan, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Call 715-4839815 for more info.

• Music on the Overlook presents Lake Country Cloggers, 4 p.m.

Webster • Wisconsin Musky Tour tournament, on Yellow Lake. Call 715-369-1394 or log on to www.wmtseries.com. for more info.

MONDAY/25 Frederic

• Spades played, 1 p.m., at the senior center.

Webster

WEDNESDAY/27 Frederic

• Pokeno played, 1 p.m., at the senior center.

THURSDAY/28 Frederic

• 500 cards, 6:30 p.m., at the senior center.

• Al-Anon meeting, 7 p.m., at St. Luke’s Methodist Church. Enter through the back door.

Call 715-327-4436 for more info.

St. Croix Falls • Senior Center, exercise class at 10-11 a.m., 500 cards at 6:30 p.m.

FRI. & SAT./29 & 30 St. Croix Falls

Danbury • Lions Softball Tournament, Class C & D, followed by parade.

Frederic • Noon potluck lunch, at the senior center.

Bingo, cards, pool or fellowship begins at 1:30 p.m.

Osceola

• Community Homestead’s Annual Pig Roast/Folk Dance fundraiser, 3-9 p.m. Live music, horse & hitch rides, animals to visit, gardens, crafts, games & quilt raffle in afternoon, pig roast meal between 5-7 p.m. Call 715-294-3038 for more info.

Webster • Brats, BBQ & Pie Social, on the lawn of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

JULY

SUNDAY/1 Balsam Lake

• Knights of Columbus Pancake Breakfast, 9:30-11:30 a.m., at Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church.

Danbury • Lions Softball Tournament, Class C & D, followed by parade.

• Folle Avoine Golf Tournament Fundraiser, at Yellow Lake Golf Course. Registration at 11 a.m. Call 715-656-3310 or 715-866-8890 for more info.

Webster • Lions Chicken BBQ Cash/Raffle, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at old high school tennis courts, Hwy. 35.

TUESDAY/3 Siren

• Burentt County VFW Post #1256 monthly meeting, 7:30 p.m., at the hall.

WEDNESDAY/4 Clam Falls

• Fourth of July celebration, parade at 2 p.m., fireworks at dusk. Call 715-653-2525 for more info.

Danbury

• Danbury Days, Main Street.

Siren • Freedom Day Celebration, contact Greg Hunter 715-349-5348.

Webb Lake • Firemen’s Picnic, at the fire hall.

Webster • Fourth of July parade, on Main Street. Fire Department Brat Feed and Water Ball Fight.

Call Norm at 715-866-7774 for more info.

• Professional bullriders, at the Polk County Fairgrounds, 7 p.m.

THURS.-SAT./5-7

Frederic

• 54th-annual Heart of the North Rodeo, live music, parade, 10k race, BBQ, cowboy church service, bike race, 800-367-3306.

FRIDAY/29

• Pokeno played, 1 p.m., at the senior center.

St. Croix Falls • Solar Space & Water Heating Seminar, 8 a.m-4:30 p.m. at Lamar, 1488 200th Street.

Contact Tammy Worrell at 715-825-2101, ext.

3510 for more info.

• Music on the Overlook presents Kaptain Karl, 7 p.m.

Spooner

Webster • Central Burnett County Fair, horse pull, truck & tractor pull, demo derby, carnival rides 12-15 rides, live bands & DJ, dance, exhibits, bingo, talent show, animals, plus games & concessions. Call Renelle Sears 715-866-8261 for more info.