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There were plenty of smiles to go around in the back of this two-horse open sleigh last Saturday, Dec. 17, as they prepared to embark on a fun - if snowless - sleigh ride, courtesy of Darwyn Brown. It was part of the Christmas holiday weekend at Frederic. Sleigh rides and visits with Santa took place at Larsen Auto and Santa made a stop at the Frederic Public Library. Other activities of the weekend are highlighted throughout this week’s issue. Shown (L to R), front row: Kyrsten Alliason, Maya Appel and Sinyala Gondwe. Back row: Kelly Appel, Brian DeNucci, Annie Lupo, Fred Gondwe with Zikani and Emily Amundson. - Photo by Becky Amundson
The longest journey Dementia and Alzheimer’s are the focus of Luck presentation by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer LUCK – Few words conjure more images of futility and are more feared than “dementia” and “Alzheimer’s.” But there are also few words that carry more weight to adults, as likely everyone will be affected by the words in their lifetimes, in some fashion. Over 50 people attended a recent presentation at the Luck Senior Center, sponsored by the Polk Men’s Group, where dementia and Alzheimer’s were the subject, with the meaning, scope and reality of how to define normal aging, mental acuity and the how the brain ages. But it was also meant to assure people that forgetting your glasses on your forehead does not mean you’re doomed to dementia. “As we age, our bodies slow down a little bit, our brain slows down a bit, also,” stated featured speaker Sharlene Bellefeuille. She is the outreach specialist from the Greater Wisconsin Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. Bellefeuille spoke with Dr. Mark Van Etten, a memory specialist from the Spooner Health System Memory Clinic, and the duo tried to make a really confusing and scary subject more understandable,
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Mitten donation project SPOONER — In light of all the buzz surrounding the image of a Wisconsin-shaped mitten on TravelWisconsin.com, the Wisconsin Department of Tourism invites the public to drop off new or gently used mittens, scarves and hats at the Washburn County Information Center located at 122 N. River St. in Spooner. Donations will go to help local families. Donations are being accepted until Sunday, Jan. 15.“There has been a lot of national excitement surrounding the debate over whether Wisconsin or Michigan looks more like a mitten,” Gov. Scott Walker said. “Our Pure Michigan friends have agreed to join us in taking all of this attention and turning it into something positive. We encourage everyone in both states to ‘shake hands’ and donate mittens to help make this winter a bit warmer for those in need.” For more information contact the Washburn County Tourism Association, 715-635-9696 or visit TravelWisconsin .com. — from WCTA
A bald eagle uses its talons to steady itself on the ice of an area lake as it prepares to check out a potential meal. - Photo by Gary King
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Tracking Santa with NORAD STATEWIDE – Kids can log on to www.noradsanta.org to track the whereabouts of Santa.
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NORAD and its predecessor, the Continental Air Defense Command, have tracked Santa’s flight. The tradition began in 1955 after a Colorado Springs-based Sears Roebuck & Co. advertisement for children to call Santa misprinted the telephone number. Instead of reaching Santa, the phone number put kids through to the CONADcommander in chief’s operations "hotline." The director of operations at the time, Col. Harry Shoup, had his staff check the radar for indications of Santa making his way south from the North Pole. Children who called were given updates on his location, and a tradition was born. - from www.noradsanta.org
Santa looked like he was about to take a tumble carrying his heavy load across the Rixmans beautifully decorated lawn in Danbury. - Photos by Priscilla Bauer
Lights at Crooked Lake Park
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One of the more elaborate Christma light displays is at Siren’s Crooked Lake Park where nearly every square foot is illuminated by lights on lawn ornaments, shelters and trees. See photo on back page of Currents section, also. - Photo by Gary King
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Recalls budgeted for in Burnett, Polk Some counties have no money put aside for extra election BURNETT/POLK COUNTIES – Burnett and Polk counties budgeted for an extra election this coming year, notably the expected election next spring to recall Gov. Scott Walker and Lt. Gov. Kleefisch. Many Wisconsin counties have not budgeted for the recall elections, that could include some state senators, although no local senators are targeted for recall. The Green Bay Press-Gazette says Brown County will need $200,000 for costs including printing ballots to publishing legal notices in newspapers. Polk County Clerk Carole Wondra said five elections are budgeted for – two primaries, two general elections and a recall. There are more and more regulations creating more expenses for elections, she noted. She estimated the recall election will cost Polk County approximately $20,000. Burnett County Clerk Wanda Hinrichs said four elections have been budgeted for in her county – a spring primary and spring and fall general elections, plus a recall. She said the county’s share for the recall would be about $10,000, which doesn’t include cost to municipalities. Some counties did not budget for recalls because they were not guaranteed to be held at the time budgets were finalized, and most clerks will likely ask their county boards to allocate the money at the proper time. The Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel reported last week that the group in charge of the recall petition drive against Walker had gathered 507,000 petition signatures, of the required 540,000, with a month to go before the deadline. - Gary King with information from Green Bay Press-Gazette
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Man threatens baby with knife Fear of “methers” leads to bizarre assaults at Milltown apartment by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer MILLTOWN – Details emerged Monday, Dec. 19, of a troubling and violent assault over the weekend involving Scott A. Youngmark, a 44-year-old former Minneapolis man who had a violent outburst at a Milltown residence, where he is alleged to have cut a local man and kicked a man in the face while he held a 1-year-old child in his arms. Youngmark is now facing several felony charges from the incident, which occurred early in the morning on Saturday, Dec. 18, at a Milltown apartment. According to the criminal complaint, a Milltown police officer was called to an apartment at about 2:30 a.m. that morning for a report of a man threatening to cut another man’s throat with a knife. He encountered a man who said Youngmark had kneed him in the face while he was kneeling, and that Youngmark had also placed the knife on another man’s neck and chest, cutting him. Two other officers also had arrived on the scene a short time later. When the first officer encountered Youngmark, he stated the man smelled of alcohol and seemed to be intoxicated. It took several commands, but eventually he succumbed to officers and was handcuffed. Ironically, Youngmark actually told the police that he was “about to call them,” as he was concerned that a group of “methers,“ methamphetamine addicts, had come into his apartment and that he felt threatened. The officers also discovered an 8-inchlong kitchen knife that Youngmark had ap-
parently used to cut one of the men on the scene. According to the police report, they attempted to interview the knifing victim on the scene and noted that he had a 5-inchlong cut on his chest, starting at his collarbone. Youngmark The man was “highly intoxicated and horrified,” the officer stated. Through several interviews, what actually occurred that evening began to emerge. According to several witnesses, just a few minutes prior to the officer’s arrival on the scene, a group of people were in one of the apartments, when Youngmark was apparently upset that several of the people had been allowed to sleep in the apartment that night. He is alleged to have then grabbed an 8-inch-long knife, and “waved it all around,” one witness said. One of the people Youngmark threatened was a local man, who was also holding his 1-year-old daughter in his arms at the time. That man dropped to his knees, the witness said, and “began praying to God.” That was enough for one of the men to state that he was just fine with not sleeping at the apartment, and he began to leave. Youngmark then is alleged to have grabbed that man by the throat, holding the sharp edge of the knife, stating he would cut him. That man tried to elude Youngmark, which is when he was cut on the chest in the
process. Youngmark then is alleged to have used his knee to kick the man who was kneeled on the floor and praying, and still holding the toddler, causing him to get a seriously cut lip and mouth in the process. The young child was not injured in the incident. One of the women in the room at the time was able to slip out and call 911, which led to the Milltown officers arrival. Youngmark has a long history of run-ins with the police, from numerous assaults and terroristic threats, to several restraining order violations, DUIs, fleeing police and more. He is now charged with felony first-degree reckless endangerment, with repeater enhancements, and is also charged with a felony charge of causing an injury by reckless use of a dangerous weapon, also as a repeater. He is also facing two misdemeanor charges for battery and disorderly conduct, again with repeater enhancements. If convicted on all the original four counts, Youngmark faces the potential of up to 17 years in prison. The repeater enhancements come from a 2008 conviction in Hennepin County, Minn., for a similar third-degree assault. Those enhancements may add as much as two years to each penalty, if convicted, meaning he may now face up to 25 years in prison, with fines totaling over $45,000. Youngmark appeared in court before Judge Molly GaleWyrick on Monday, Dec. 19, where she placed a $10,000 cash bond on his release and set a Wednesday, Dec. 28, preliminary hearing, where she will determine if there is enough evidence to move ahead to trial. If released, he cannot have any contact with any of the victims and must maintain absolute sobriety.
Justice Gableman faces ethics complaint MADISON - The watchdog group Wisconsin Democracy Campaign has filed a formal request with the state Judicial Commission to investigate state Supreme Court Justice Michael Gableman’s receipt of free legal services. According to the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel, the group filed the request Tuesday, Dec. 20, with the commission, which oversees the state’s judicial ethics code. If the commission finds wrongdoing, it would file a formal complaint with the state Supreme Court – putting Gableman’s fellow justices in charge of deciding whether his conduct was appropriate. This is the second ethics complaint faced by Gableman, a former Burnett County Cir-
cuit Court judge. In 2008, the commission filed a complaint over a campaign ad. The Supreme Court deadlocked 3-3 in that case last year, and the commission suspended its action on the case. According to the Wisconsin Democracy Campaign, Gableman received free legal services for legal representation that was likely worth tens of thousands of dollars from lawyers including Michael Best. Since then, Gableman has ruled on cases involving clients of Best. The judicial ethics code overseen by the Judicial Commission bars judges from accepting gifts from those who are likely to appear before them. A separate ethics code that applies to all
state officials prevents them from receiving anything of value for free because of their position. That ethics code is administered by the Government Accountability Board. with information from Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel
Correction The Wednesday, Dec. 7, Leader had a wrong name in the Siren police report. David M. Conrow should have read Micheal A. Conrow, 17, Siren. The Leader apologizes for the error.
Students visit Grantsburg food shelf
Looking festive in their Santa hats, Mrs. Polzine’s multiaged call of second- and third-grade students visited the Grantsburg Food Shelf last week to deliver the food items the class has been collecting throughout December. The students had intended to haul their donations by sled, but since there was no snow, a wagon ride was the way to go. – Photos by Priscilla Bauer
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Luck board postpones on weapons ordinance
Proposal would outlaw snowballs and pellet guns by Mary Stirrat Leader staff writer LUCK — Proposed amendments to village ordinances that would prohibit using BB guns or pellet guns, or even throwing snowballs, within the village limits, were questioned by the Luck Village Board at its regular monthly meeting Wednesday, Dec. 14. Last month the board directed village Administrator Kristina Handt to work with the village attorney to develop an ordinance in compliance with Wisconsin’s new concealed carry law. While doing so, it was discovered that Luck already has a weapons ordinance that dates back to 1988. Attorney Adam Jarchow with Bakke Norman drafted several proposed amendments to bring the village into compliance with state statute. However, according to discussion at the village board meeting, the amendments are more stringent than required by statute. “There’s even a limitation that it’s illegal to discharge a pellet gun, a BB gun, in the village limits,” said village President Peter Demydowich. After looking more closely at the proposed amendments, Trustee Kristine King noted the restrictions on throwing snowballs. The amendment states that, except as outlined in state statute, it would be
“unlawful for any person to discharge or throw by any means any dangerous missile, object, arrow, stone, snowball or other missile within the village of Luck.” The state statute cited says that it does not prohibit a village from enacting an ordinance restricting discharge of a firearm. “That’s really disturbing,” said King. “A 3-year-old can’t throw a snowball?” The proposed fine for doing so would be $263. “So our village ordinances are more restrictive than state statutes?” asked Trustee Bob Determan. “Absolutely,” replied Demydowich. The board voted unanimously to refer the amendments to the police committee for evaluation, to be brought back to the board at a later date. Because the board did not take action on the amendments, it also could not act on a resolution banning weapons from the library, which cited one of the amendments. However, Trustee Craig Lundeen mentioned an article in a publication of the Wisconsin League of Municipalities, which states that the library board can make its own decisions regarding concealed carry. Handt said that the library board had brought the issue to her, and the village attorney recommended a resolution concerning weapons in the library. “They can ban it,” she said of the library board. “You don’t need to pass it here.”
election in April. The terms of Ross Anderson, Hassan Mian and Phil Warhol expire at that time. The village caucus to nominate candidates to fill the three seats will be held Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2012, at the beginning of the regular monthly board meeting.
to have to be done.” “This is also important for the expansion stuff we’ve been talking about,” added Handt, referring to possible development south of Butternut Avenue. She said the proposed projects “fall in line with village priorities.”
Other business • A street use permit for the Feb. 11 Winter Carnival parade was approved, along with a beer and wine license for Lions Club Bingo at the Lions Hall for the same day. • The individual interested in opening a tattoo business in Luck was not in attendance at the village board meeting so the board did not discuss possible amendments to the village ordinance regulating such establishments. • Handt reported that the zoning board of appeals granted a variance to Sterling Bank regarding the prohibition of parking between building setback lines and the right of way. Sterling Bank plans to construct a new building on the northeast corner of the intersection of Hwy. 35 and Hwy. 48. • At the recommendation of the golf commission and following policy, the board accepted a $1,000 donation from the country club. The donation will be used to purchase snow mold chemicals. In the 2012 budget, this item was cut from $4,500 to $2,500.
Village caucus Three village trustee positions are up for
Safe drinking water The village board directed Dave Rasmussen of MSA Professional Services to submit a letter of intent to apply for safe drinking water funds. The letter of intent does not commit the village to apply for or accept the federal grant, said Rasmussen, but leaves the door open for making a decision later. Letters of intent are due Dec. 31, after which time each applicant will be ranked according to eligibility. If Luck receives a good rating, said Rasmussen, the board can then decide whether to apply for grant funding. Applications for funding are due next June. “This doesn’t commit you to anything,” he told the board. For the past two or three years, said Rasmussen, projects that have been awarded grants have received 50 percent of the funds as grants and 50 percent as a loan at 1.3 percent interest. According to discussion at the meeting, projects most in need of the funding are replacing an undersized main and a water main looping project. When asked whether the projects were necessary, director of public works Seth Petersen said, “At some point this is going
violating in recent weeks as he awaits a court appearance, which led to his latest arrest from a Centuria residence. Kuettel’s pending charges go back several years, and were filed in Polk Kuettel County Circuit Court in October. He is charged with knowingly possessing photos and video of at least three girls under age 18 in various states of undress and performing sex acts. One of the victims was an acquaintance and had been at Kuettel’s residence, and was possibly filmed at the home. Forensic examination of his computer ultimately revealed over
200 files of young girls undressing. He is also accused of child enticement after he is alleged to have forced the girl to watch pornographic videos with him in his bedroom, asking if she wanted him to touch her while she watched the video. He is also accused of downloading sexual images from one of the girl’s cell phone, photos that she had taken of herself. Kuettel is now facing a total of four felony charges, including possession of child pornography, child enticement, and dual charges of causing a child to view sexual activity and capturing an image of nudity without consent. If convicted of all counts, Kuettel faces the potential of up to almost 60 years in prison, as well as $220,000 in fines. He claimed to have no knowledge of the images or the reasons behind his recording them and claimed to have been seeing a counselor to “figure things out.” After several court appearances in Oc-
tober, Kuettel was released on a $35,000 signature bond and moved to a residence in Centuria, which is where his latest felony bond violations originate. That latest arrest comes about after a report that he had been in contact with very young females and that he had a computer at the residence, and that Kuettel had used the Internet, as well - all in violation of his bond. Centuria Police arrested Kuettel on Friday, Dec. 16, at that new residence, and he made an initial appearance on Monday, Dec. 19, where the judge set a $2,500 cash bond with renewed stipulations involving no contact with girls under age 18 and no access to computers, the Internet or Smartphones. His next court appearance has been set for Monday, Jan. 23, 2012, where a judge will decide if there is enough evidence to move ahead to trial.
Man faces numerous child sex charges Enticement, secret sexual photos, bail jumping and more in charges revealed by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer ST. CROIX FALLS – A local man is back in jail after he violated several terms of his recent bail, all of them regarding pending sexual charges involving children. Christopher Kuettel, 38, St. Croix Falls, is facing a laundry list of criminal charges, ranging from secretly photographing a teen girl in compromising positions to attempting to get her to engage in various sex acts while also forcing her to watch pornography numerous times. Those charges led to several stipulations imposed by the courts that do not allow him access to children, computers or the Internet, violations he is since accused of
Man accused of using daughter to shoplift Man reportedly asked daughter to get him deodorant and shampoo by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer ST. CROIX FALLS – Charges are pending against a 41-year-old Amery man who is accused of not only bringing his teen daughter to Wal-Mart to steal, but that he even asked her to get him several sundries
in the process. Jerry Bergstrand was initially charged for theft in September, but has since faced new allegations of contributing to the delinquency of a child after he was arrested with the girl on Thursday, Dec. 15, at the Wal-Mart in St. Croix Falls. According to the police report, police were called to the store for a report of a juvenile female caught stealing several hundred dollars’ worth of items, including several bottles of men’s deodorant and
body wash - apparently for Bergstrand. The girl apparently told police she arrived with her father, in part because she had a provisional driver’s license and could only drive with an adult. The girl told police her father knew she was going to steal items and that he did not attempt to stop her, call the police or alert the store. In fact, he had apparently asked his daughter to get deodorant and shampoo for him. Bergstrand is facing pending charges
for a recent theft, where he is alleged to have taken items off the shelf and then attempted to return them for gift cards at the customer service desk. Charges were still pending involving the latest allegations, but Bergstrand has a history of thefts, forgery and disorderly conduct convictions in both Polk and St. Croix counties, as well as a 1998 charge of contributing to the delinquency of a child, with a deferred prosecution in Polk County Circuit Court.
More opposition to funding cut for sexual assault program Jauch joins Harsdorf, Severson in calling for restoration by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer STATEWIDE – Opposition is growing to a plan by the Wisconsin Department of Justice to cut funding for the Sexual Assault Victim Service. Democrat state Sen. Bob Jauch has joined his area Republican
colleagues, Sen. Sheila Harsdorf and Rep. Erik Severson, in calling for a restoration of the grant program. The attorney general is proposing a cut of over 40 percent for the SAVS program, with the cuts starting in January. Locally, the Community Referral Agency in Milltown would lose much of the funding for one of its assistance programs. Jauch is supporting a petition drive which states, “We oppose any cut in critically needed funding for Sexual Assault Victims Service grants beyond the 10-per-
cent cut budgeted by the Legislature in the 2011 budget. We call on Gov. Walker, Attorney General J. B. Van Hollen and the Legislature to maintain funding for sexual assault victims service grants.” “These cuts were put together behind closed doors without any public input or public discussion,” Jauch said in a statement on Monday, Dec. 19. “Citizens have serious concerns about the impact these cuts will have on their communities.” Earlier, Severson said, “I don’t support the proposed cuts for this vitally impor-
tant program. I believe the attorney general can find more creative ways to make cuts within the department.” Harsdorf said the SAVS program provides crucial services to victims of sexual assault and hopes that alternate savings within the department can be found. Jauch says the SAVS funding issue may come up at a meeting of the Joint Finance Committee in January. Both Jauch and Harsdorf serve on that committee.
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No candidates for open Polk Board seats Most incumbents running again by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – The filing period is more than half over for the 2012 Polk County Board election, and no candidates have filed to date for the three open seats on the 23-member board. Most incumbents have filed for re-election to their seats. The only race at this point is for the one seat where redistricting put two incumbents in the same district. The filing period ends at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3 The open seats are in District 11 (Apple River and Beaver), 16 (most of Garfield plus parts of the towns of Osceola and Balsam Lake), and 23 (the town and village of Clear Lake). Districts 11 and 23 are open due to the retirements of incumbents Ken Sample and Gerianne Christensen. District 16 has newly drawn lines and is the only one with no present board member. District 11, where Sample is stepping down after two terms, has had three other supervisors since 2000. Tom Sykes and Rick Scoglio each served single terms, and Rodney Littlefield served two terms. The district includes the towns of Apple River and Beaver plus a part of Turtle Lake. There has been no contest for the Clear Lake seat since 1994 when Tom Nilssen defeated Ray Bauerfield. Nilssen was reelected unopposed for the next six elections. When he resigned in January 2008, Gerald Newville was appointed to the seat and elected in 2008. Christensen, Newville’s daughter, was elected unopposed in 2010 when Newville retired.
Maps of the new Polk County Supervisor Districts are all on the Polk County Web site. The individual detailed maps are especially useful for Districts 15, 16, 17 and 18 in the southwest part of the county where district lines do not follow town and village boundaries. The maps can be found at co.polk.wi.us. Click on Maps under Quick Links. Supervisory district maps are part way down the page, with a map of all 23 districts. – Photo taken from the Web site
When the new lines were drawn for the Garfield District 16, the incumbent, Diane Stoneking, was placed in a redrawn District 15 that includes much of Alden. George Stroebel, who was appointed to replace Stoneking, is also in the new District 15. The open seat includes Garfield west of Hwy. 65 and north of 90th Avenue and CTH C, the eastern edge of the Town of Osceola and the southern edge of the Town of Balsam Lake. Since 2000, the seat has been held for single terms by Mark Kopp, Nick Willow and Marlin Baillargeon before Stoneking was elected in 2006. The only contest so far is in the new District 22 which includes most of Black Brook and Amery south of CTH F. Redistricting moved Larry Voelker into the district now represented by Russ Arcand, and both are running for the seat. Arcand was first elected in 2006 and re-elected twice. Voelker was appointed to the board in December 2008 and elected in 2010. To date, seven incumbents have not filed for re-election.. They are Harry Johansen (District 5), Randy Korb (8), Kristine Kremer-Hartung (17), Larry Jepsen (18), Kim O’Connell (19), Gary Bergstrom (20) and Neil Johnson (21). The remaining 12 incumbents, in addition to Arcand and Voelker, are all running, and none are opposed at present. They are Herschel Brown (new District 1), William Johnson IV (2), Dean Johansen (3), Patricia Schmidt (4), Kathryn Kienholz (6), Marvin Caspersen (7), James Edgell (9), Brian Masters (10), Craig Moriak (12), Jay Luke (13), Warren Nelson (14) and George Stroebel (15).
Filing period at midpoint for spring election Nomination of county and school board candidates ends Jan. 3 by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer NORTHWEST WISCONSIN– The candidate filing period for all county board candidates, school board candidates in every district, city council offices and candidates in some villages ends Tuesday,
Jan. 3. These are the elections where candidates gain a place on the ballot using nomination papers. The spring elections are April 3. Every seat on each area county board is up for re-election. Candidates are running in districts with newly drawn lines to adjust for changes in population after the last census. County board candidates, including incumbents, must register their campaign with the county clerk before they start gathering on their nomination
papers. A minimum of 20 signatures of district residents is needed. Every school board has at least one open seat. Candidates for the three-year terms register at school district administration offices. Area cities also use nomination papers for selecting candidates. This year city mayors and some alderperson seats are up for election in Amery, St. Croix Falls, Shell Lake and Spooner. A few villages, including Clear Lake,
Dresser, Osceola, Turtle Lake and Minong, use nomination papers for the open trustee seats. All other villages use nominating caucuses in January to select candidates. The rules are the same for all races. A candidate must file a campaign registration statement with the election clerk for their race before they circulate any nomination papers. Completed paperwork must be submitted by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 3.
Osceola man accused of using teen as drug mule
Synthetic marijuana, cigarette sales and more revealed in text messages to teen boy by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer OSCEOLA – A 23-year-old Osceola man is accused of using a 14-year-old Osceola School student as a drug salesman, also pushing the teen into smoking cigarettes, synthetic marijuana and possibly using him as a connection to other drugs and new customers. Anthony Rositzki faces a felony charge of using a child to manufacture, deliver or distribute drugs, along with contributing to the delinquency of a child and two counts of drug possession. In a criminal complaint filed with the Polk County District Attorney’s Office, Rositzki is alleged to have exchanged a number of text messages with a 14-year-
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old boy discussing the purchase of synthetic marijuana, which he referred to as “danks” and “bowls,” while also seeking orders for cigarettes for the boy, and wondering if they knew of any good marijuana connec-
tions or customers. The messages were passed on to Osceola police from the teen victim’s mother after she became troubled over several text messages she reviewed on her son’s cell phone in recent weeks. When questioned by police investigators, Rositzki was at his Osceola home,
Wage increases approved at Luck by Mary Stirrat Leader staff writer LUCK — Earlier this year, the Luck Village Board voted to maintain salaries of nonunion village employees within 90 percent of average salaries paid in similar communities in the area. Last Wednesday evening, Dec. 14, the board approved wage increases in keeping with that policy. Benchmark communities used for comparisons were Amery, Balsam Lake, Centuria, Dresser, Frederic, Grantsburg, Luck, Milltown, Osceola, St. Croix Falls, Siren and Turtle Lake. Salaries for 2012 compared with 2011 are as follows:
Village administrator (biweekly) — $2,331.73 in 2012; $2,157.72 in 2011. Director of public works (biweekly) — $1,880.88 in 2012; $1,843.45 in 2011. Parks and recreation — $10.20 per hour in 2012; $8.50 per hour in 2011. Police chief (biweekly) — $1,916.77 in 2012; $1,879.20 in 2011. Night sergeant (biweekly) — $1,544.46 in 2012; $1,500.84 in 2011. Part-time officer — $14.28 per hour in 2012; $14 per hour in 2011. The proposal accepted by the board was at the levels recommended by the finance and personnel committee. It was approved by a 4 to 3 vote following a closed session discussion.
baby-sitting his 6-day-old child. He was also in possession of drug paraphernalia and apparently admitted to sharing some of his synthetic marijuana with the 14year-old and two other children, and also admitted to taking their money for the product and for cigarettes. Rositzki was charged with a felony count of using a child to distribute or deliver drugs, which faces a potential for up to 12.5 years in prison, a $25,000 fine and up to a five-year suspension of his driving privileges. He is also facing three misdemeanor counts of intent to contribute to the delin-
quency of a child, possession of synthetic cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia. The penalty for all three misdemeanors could add another 16 months and over $11,000 in fines, if convicted. Rositzki made an initial appearance before Judge Jeffery Anderson on Wednesday, Dec. 14, where he set a $5,000 signature bond. The judge also presided over a preliminary hearing on Thursday, Dec. 15, where the evidence was displayed for the Anderson to decide if it was sufficient to go to trial. Rositzki was bound over, and his next appearance is set for Monday, Jan. 9, 2012.
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Land sale approved for Luck School Public votes 17 to 4 in favor of sale by Mary Stirrat Leader staff writer LUCK — At a special meeting held at noon Monday, Dec. 19, the Luck School Board of Education was given the nod to sell 26 acres of school land. Twenty-one district residents, including five members of the board of education, took part in the vote, for a final tally of 17 in favor and four opposed. The village of Luck is the party interested in buying the property, with plans to use it as a business park. It was initially purchased by the school for future building and is currently used for practice fields, and consists of two parcels appraised for a total of $161,000. Residents on both sides of the issue had the opportunity to ask questions and air their opinions during a public comment period prior to the vote. Speaking to village Administrator Kristina Handt, who was in the audience at the meeting, Ann Fawver asked for some specifics regarding the village’s plans for the property. At the November meeting of the school board, it was noted that an institute of higher learning was possibly interested in building at the site, and Fawver asked which institution has expressed interest. Fawver said she is involved with WITC, and there has been no expression of interest on their part. Handt replied that negotiations are currently under way and that the information cannot be released at this time. Fawver then asked what types of business might be expected to build at the location and whether it would be storefronttype business. Handt responded that there is nothing definite at this time, since the first issue is to obtain property. Saying she praised the village for completing its comprehensive plan, Fawver said, “It meets needs, and it looks at the village as a whole.” She noted, however, that the plan does not define the property in question as potentially industrial park. It was shortsighted, she said, to be enticed into buying the land for industrial, even though the school does not need the property. “It might not be the best fit,” she said. “Let’s look long term. We’ll all be better for it.” If the property is sold, Fawver said, the school will relinquish control of what it is used for. She recited words from Joni Mitchell’s “Big Yellow Taxi,” saying, “Don’t it always seem to go that you don’t know what you’ve got ‘til it’s gone.” Becky Rowe also spoke against the sale, saying studies show that small businesses do more good for small communities. In an emotional plea, Rowe pointed out that two sides of her property would be surrounded by the development. “Why put in an industrial park?” she asked, saying that it can be called a busi-
School board members and administration (L to R) are LeRoy Buck, Amy Dueholm, Daryl Bazey, board President Robert Clifton, district Administrator Rick Palmer and Jake Jensen. – Photos by Mary Stirrat ness park, but the village will have limited control over what is built there. Recalling an argument mentioned at the last school board meeting, that bringing industry to the village will help school enrollment, Rowe said that parents are not going to enroll their children in a school located next to an industrial park. She added that the property is also next to the new United Pioneer Home. “Shame on you,” she said to the board and to Handt. “Shame on the village for even thinking of that.” In an exchange between Rowe and Handt, Handt was asked how the purchase would be paid for, since the last proposal for obtaining land for a business park would have raised property taxes. Handt said that tax increment financing would cover the cost of the road and other improvements, and that financial management and the retirement of current debt would allow for the purchase of the property. “We are just focused on getting the land today,” Handt said. Rowe urged the board and Handt to look at the bigger picture. “I’m surrounded on two sides by this,” she said, adding that her property values were going to take a nosedive. You don’t even live in town,” she said to Handt. “How can you consider how it’s going to affect me?” Speaking in favor of the sale, John Klatt said he helped develop the comprehensive plan and understands its limitations. The best plans are subject to change, he said. “It’s very difficult making those kind of futuristic studies and be pinpoint accurate,” he said. Luck is gifted with lowland and a lot of watershed, he said, and the comprehensive plan committee was trying to find compromise within the village. Klatt said he didn’t believe anyone was visualizing large smokestacks, but that the village needs some ability to accommodate business and road improvements. Charlie Spencer told the group that he comes from a small-town background, which is what drew him back to Luck. He said he supports the school in selling the
land and in selling it to the village for development. He also said it was important to not shoot the messenger, referring to Handt, saying that she was following the directive of the village board. Luck’s retain area, Spencer said, is as good as any in the area. The reason for this, he said, is that the local industries employ people who create a base that spends in the community. He added that the three or four industries already located in the village do not fit the picture of smokestacks and pollution. Luck alumni and UW-Madison graduate Curtis Carlson said he wanted to come back to this community, but had a hard time finding a job. He said he represents a lot of people looking to come here, who appreciate the food co-op, the library, the United Pioneer Home and the recreational aspects. “The thing that I was missing that I could find in other areas was a job,” said Carlson, who is now working at Schaffer Manufacturing in Milltown. Rowe asked to speak again, saying she has no problem with selling the land. “Sell it to me,” she said. “Sell it to people who want to build a house.” She then asked how people would be able to support a family on the $10-per-hour jobs that would be created. Carlson responded that factories employ people at a wide range of salaries, from $10 to $30 and more per hour. “Of course we want jobs,” said Fawver as the discussion concluded. “It’s a matter of where. There may be other property that is better suited.” The next step, said district Administrator Rick Palmer is to wait for the village to make an offer on the property.
Regular meeting The regular monthly meeting of the school board followed the electors meeting, and several items were discussed by the board. Palmer reported that the four-year lease on the officer copier is up, and he would
like to pursue a color copier. Monthly lease would be $4 more, but color copies would be 6 cents rather than the current 18 cents. High school Principal and athletic director Mark Gobler reported on the possible purchase of an LED sign that would be placed at the corner of Butternut and 7th Street. Cost is $8,300 through PerfectImage of Rice Lake, he said, and organizations such as the FFA Alumni and Booster Club have expressed interest in helping defray the cost. The board directed Gobler to continue investigating purchase of the sign. Palmer presented the audit report for 2010-11, noting that the overall fund balance increased by $9,000. While not a lot, he said, it shows the school is managing fine. Refinancing of debt last year saved the district $19,000 over three years, he said. The general fund balance increased by $173,000, according to the audit report, bringing it up to 15.9 percent of annual operating expenses. This is still slightly less than the recommended 17 percent, Palmer said, but it’s a big step in the right direction. Finally, he said, all district debt will be retired in 2014 with the exception of two bus leases. These will be retired in 2015 and 2016.
Other business • Michael Jensen, student representative, reported that the cell phone policy committee has met several times and is currently looking at a tiered system allowing students to gain more freedom to use cell phones as they get older and maintain good grades. • Don Kendzior presented the board with options for renovating areas near the gym for use as a fitness center funded through a physical fitness and nutrition grant the school received. The board will review the options to make a decision next month. Equipment purchases are covered by the grant but renovation costs are not.
Luck coach and special education teacher Don Kendzior presents plans for a new physical Electors in attendance at the Monday, Dec. 19, special meeting of the school board voted on fitness center at the school. Kendzior is co-coordinator of a physical fitness and nutrition grant the school received. whether or not to approve the sale of land.
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Darwyn Brown with his sleigh was a popular attraction during the holiday events scheduled in Frederic last Saturday, Dec. 17. Brown’s sleigh had tires this year, due to the lack of snow cover. Sleigh rides were given at Larsen Auto and provided smiles for dozens of area children and their families. Photos by Becky Amundson
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riginal issues of the Leader and its competitor/predecessor, the Star, dating back to 1901, fill a good portion of a library room here in our Frederic plant, and while we continue to archive weekly issues in bound books, more and more is saved on electronic media these days. It's rare to see loose issues of 20-year-old papers floating around. But recently a few copies of a special section we produced in 1988 found their way from file boxes in the attic to the editor’s desk. The issue represents our first attempt at a local voters guide and a quick perusal of the yellowed pages brought back some forgotten names of candidates that only some of our older readers may recall. U.S. Sen. Bill Proxmire and state Sen. Jim Harsdorf were stepping down from the political limelight in 1988. Mark Biller was challenging incumbent Polk County District Attorney Keith Jones for that office (he was successful). David Paulson and Harvey Stower were in a rematch for the 28th District seat. Already a two-term sheriff in Polk County at the age of 33, Paul Lindholm was facing a challenge from a former deputy, Don Hansen. Congressman David Obey, political veteran of a mere 25 years at that time, was facing his second challenge from former Marine and Iran hostage Kevin Hermening. And two young men - Richard Shoemaker and William Brandt - were vying for the state Senate seat in District 10 left vacant by Jim Harsdorf and to eventually be occupied by his kid sister, Sheila. Burnett County Sheriff Don Taylor was running unopposed. Bush and Quayle faced Dukakis and Bentsen in the presidential race. It was undoubtedly a fun trip down memory lane, turning those pages. But here's the prize. In a story profiling U.S. Sen. Herb Kohl and his challenger, Susan Engeleiter, the first question was: "How can the increasing costs of health care and the lack of health care for large segments of the population be reconciled?" Interesting. Some could argue that question was answered with the passage of ObamaCare. Others may counter that there were so many compromises made in that legislation that it really hasn’t produced any real change in an ongoing quagmire of related problems. But it’s a start, say supporters of the new law. Where the law is headed - in light of promises to destroy it by the opposing political party - is anyone’s guess. It’s encouraging that someone finally attempted to answer the question whether you agree with the answer or not. And if you listen to the political rumblings that answer may be in extreme danger of being politically negated in the next year or two - or maybe four. Which obviously would leave us us with the next question: "How can the increasing costs of health care and the lack of health care for large segments of the population be reconciled?" Regardless of what happens, we need to keep asking it.
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LINDSTROM, Minn. – A teen was rescued after he fell through the ice on South Lindstrom Lake Saturday night, Dec. 17. At about 5:40 p.m., on Saturday, the Chisago County Dispatch received a call that someone had fallen through the ice on South Lindstrom Lake. Chisago County deputies, Lakes Area Police, and the Lindstrom Fire Department responded to the call. A witness told an officer that the 16-year-old male from Lindstrom was riding a go-cart on the lake and it went through the ice. Witnesses rescued the teen and pulled him to shore on a sled. The teen was believed to be in the water for 15 minutes before being rescued, according to the Chisago County Sheriff’s Office. The victim was checked out by medical personnel and appeared to be OK. The Chisago County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the incident. - redrockonair.com
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• Where to write • President Barack Obama 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. Washington, D.C. 20500 www.whitehouse.gov/contact/ Gov. Scott Walker Wisconsin State Capitol Madison, WI 53707 transition@wisconsin.gov Congressman Sean Duffy (7th District) 1208 Longworth House Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510 202-225-3365 U.S. Sen. Ryan Paul 1233 Longworth House Officce Building Washington, D.C. 20510 202-225-3031
Rep. Erik Severson (28th District) Room 6 North State Capitol Madison, WI 53708 608-267-2365 • 888-529-0028 FAX: 608-282-3628 rep.Severson@legis.state.wi.us Rep. Roger RIvard (75th District) State Capitol Room 307 North P.O. Box 8952, Madison, WI 608-266-2519 • 888-534-0075 rep.rivard@legis.wi.gov U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson 2 Russell Courtyard Washington, D.C. 20510 202-224-5323
Sen. Robert Jauch (25th District) Room 415 South, State Capitol P.O. Box 7882, Madison, WI 53707 Sen.Jauch@legis.state.wi.us Sen. Sheila Harsdorf (10th District) State Capitol, P.O. Box 7882 Madison, WI 53707 608-266-7745 • 715-232-1390 Toll-free - 800-862-1092 sen.harsdorf@legis.state.wi.us Rep. Nick Milroy (73rd District) Room 8 North, State Capitol P.O. Box 8953, Madison 53708 rep.milroy@legis.state.wi.us
DULUTH, Minn. - The former secretary-treasurer of a union that represents Duluth News Tribune pressroom employees is accused of stealing union funds. James M. Hill, 51, is charged in St. Louis County District Court with felony theft and theft by swindle for allegedly stealing about $6,500 from the Graphic Communications Conference of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 29C. Hill is a pressroom foreman who has been employed by the News Tribune for 33 years. His next court appearance is scheduled for Jan. 20. He couldn’t be reached for comment Tuesday, Dec. 20. Joseph Crotty of St. Paul, president of the Local 29C, said a bonding company paid the union $5,000 of the stolen funds and Hill paid back $2,544.93 to cover the missing money and interest. According to the criminal complaint, Hill wrote checks from the union checking account to himself and used the money for personal expenses. Under union bylaws, the secretary-treasurer was allowed to write checks on the union account, but two signatories were required. However, sometime in 2006 or 2007, Hill changed the procedure to allow him to be the sole signatory on the checks, claiming that it was too difficult to get two officers’ signatures every time he wanted to write a check, the complaint alleges. During the interview, he admitted writing 74 checks to himself between January 2007 and March of 2010, but denied he changed the signatory procedures so there was less oversight. He said of $10,810.78 in checks that he wrote, he was not entitled to receive $6,553.28 in union funds, the complaint alleges. The defendant told investigators that he intended to pay the money back, “but it just didn’t work out.” Superior Telegram
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• Letters to the editor • Tribe responds to police chief’s allegations The St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin would be remiss if they did not respond to the letter to the editor from Chief Al Gabe of the Turtle Lake Police printed in this paper last week. Although we feel Gabe is entitled to his opinions, we also feel it is best to accurately break down the facts. The tribe does pay property taxes on fee lands it owns in the village of Turtle Lake. In 2010, these taxes amounted to $103,410.09. In 2011, these property tax payments totaled $114,995.40. As Gabe states in his letter, in 2003, Gov. Doyle removed the language concerning payments in lieu of taxes from the state’s new compact with the tribe. Instead, the current compact mandates that the tribe pay approximately 15 percent of its net income to the state. In contrast, according to Form 4, which is filed by nontribal private corporations paying taxes to the state of Wisconsin, these corporations pay approximately 7.9 percent of their net income to the state in taxes. That being the case, the St. Croix Tribe pays fees to the state totaling almost twice that of nontribal corporations. According to the provisions of the tribe’s compact with the state, a portion of the fees collected from the tribe by the state are to be returned to the communities where the tribe does business. The state, not the tribe, decides how these funds are distributed. Gabe is correct in saying that for many years the St. Croix Chippewa of Wisconsin made what he calls payments in lieu of taxes to the village of Turtle Lake to offset the loss of tax revenue to the village from the presence of the St. Croix Casino. These payments were voluntary on the part of the tribe and were negotiated with the village on an ongoing basis. The payments could have ceased in 2003 when all tribes in Wisconsin negotiated new compacts with the state of Wisconsin, but the tribe continued to make them until March 2009. The St. Croix Casino is active in the Turtle Lake Chamber and contributes to the community positively in many ways. The village of Turtle Lake has reaped immeasurable benefits from the St. Croix Casino’s presence. The village population has grown almost 50 percent since the casino opened in 1992. The casino’s employees also contribute millions of dollars per year in spendable income to local businesses. This growth in population and disposable
income has contributed to the establishment of a number of new Turtle Lake businesses, including McDonald’s/Holiday, the Country Inn and Suites, Cenex Laker Country Sports, the Turtle Lake RV Park and the Lake Country Cheese Factory. Becker’s Super Valu has also expanded. The casino also provides goods, services and cash sponsorships for a host of community events and conducts charitable food, toy and school supply drives every year that benefit the village of Turtle Lake as well as neighboring communities. The St. Croix Casino has been a generous and supportive partner with the village. It does pay its fair share in taxes, it has been responsible for increased spending in the village and has been a catalyst for community growth. The St. Croix Casino will continue to support the community and remains committed to the growth and development of the village of Turtle Lake, however, we do not feel that increased taxes or the growing budget of the police department are direct effects of the casino. Thank you for the opportunity to respond with facts. We are happy to distribute accurate information to the readers of this publication. Submitted on behalf of the St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin Jamie Williams interim director of marketing Stuart Bearheart St. Croix tribal chairman
Recall, recall! As most people can recall, there was a general election. Maybe if the people in charge of the recall and others had worked as hard before the election as they are now, the outcome might have been different. I still stand by my previous letters, “Let the people who signed the petition pay for it.” As an independent voter and taxpayer, I, and others, have paid for one extra election we did not want, or need. Wisconsin counties, towns and cities are looking for ways to cut their budgets. Maybe when the people who want a recall (signed petition) pay for it themselves, the rest of us won’t be burdened with extra cost. Ronald Potvin Siren
Spend energy wisely In his letter in the Dec. 14 edition of the
Leader, Fewer lies, please, Jay Calhoun states that President Obama’s approval rating is still at a rather high 44 percent, however, “if more people knew about all the lies and corruption coming from the White House, his approval rating would be in the 20s.” According to a CBS News/New York Times poll, George W. Bush left office with a final approval rating of 22 percent. Hmmm. Numbers can say or suggest many things. And the battle goes on. If people would spend half as much energy compromising and finding solutions as they do attacking those with other beliefs, our country and world would be a better place. Peace and joy to all in the coming year. Eric Thoreson Rice Lake
A beauty to behold How easy it is at Christmastime to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of shopping for gifts, baking for families coming home, and all the other activities of the day. A form of relaxation might be to drive to Siren at nighttime to see their beautiful display of Christmas lights in the park by Crooked Lake. So many lights took an awful lot of work by some good folks for the rest of us to enjoy. It is an awesome sight to enjoy. Thank you for sharing the beauty of your labor.
was revised in December 2011. The use of the meeting rooms are for “programs of an informational, educational, cultural or civic nature.” How does the blatant political process of the recall of Walker fall within the purview of the above-quoted sections of the use of meeting rooms? May I suggest to the board of trustees, appointed by the mayor, that they go back and reconsider their actions of the changes made in December which they believe allows partisan political activity or that they resign from the board. I would encourage the library director to do the same thing. I do not know if the mayor and city council are in agreement with Adams or not. However, if they have not been involved in this matter they should become involved. To recognize the egregious actions, by Adams and the board, of allowing people to use the public library which is maintained by the taxes of all residents of this area, including her salary, in the promotion of the recall of Walker, is a blatant misuse of her position. I am sure she was the final arbiter in this decision. The truth is, corrupt political activity is corrupt whether in Wisconsin or Illinois. If you cannot see the corruption in this local library situation you are unwilling to hear the facts, or you believe anything goes in politics as long as it fits your progressive belief system. Who locally may need to be recalled? Don Denny St. Croix Falls
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Travesty The recent action by Sarah Adams, the director of the St. Croix Falls Public Library, allowing those who are attempting to recall Gov. Walker the use of the library for people to sign recall petitions is a travesty of the political process of recall. As of Saturday, Dec. 17, it was still being used for signing petitions. In the interest of truth, let us look at this event and the political skullduggery that has occurred. I wanted to call Adams, but in reading the letter by Ted Murphy in the Leader, Dec. 14 issue, common sense makes it apparent that such a call would be a waste of time. It is obvious those who serve on the board of the library, along with the director, probably are in favor of the recall. What is the skullduggery? If you go to the Web site for the library you will note, the section on meeting rooms
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Severson introduces People First Law MADISON – State Rep. Erik Severson, R-Osceola, introduced Wisconsin’s People First Law this week, which substitutes the term “intellectual disability” for “mental retardation” and “mentally retarded” in state statutes. “Although this legislation itself makes
a very simple statutory change, this is an extremely important issue for individuals with intellectual disabilities,” said Severson. “It is time that we eliminate this demeaning and insulting term from state statutes and put people first.” The term intellectual disability covers
Law expected to lead to thousands of jobs, aid 75th District
folks in my district. Rice Lake is perfectly positioned as a shopping and recreation destination for families that work at the mine, and several of our foundries are being considered as suppliers.” “I’d like to add that I would not be supporting this legislation if it stripped the DNR of the ability to maintain our environmental standards. Any company wishing to pursue a permit will have to provide an environmental impact study and prove a strong commitment to reclamation.” The bill creates a permit process for iron mining, mirroring similar laws in Minnesota and Michigan. Iron ore is extracted using magnets, not chemicals, and thus needs a separate permitting avenue. The bill leaves the process in the hands of the Department of Natural Resources and creates a time line for both parties to follow. The bill will be taken up by the Committee on Jobs, Economy and Small Business who held another public hearing in Milwaukee on Wednesday, Dec. 14. — from the office of Rep. Rivard
Rivard leads mining reform
RICE LAKE — Rep. Roger Rivard, RRice Lake, helped introduce a mining reform bill at a press conference on Thursday, Dec. 8, with his Assembly colleagues. This is a tremendous opportunity for my constituents and the citizens of this state,” said Rivard. “This reform will allow the creation of thousands of immediate and long-term jobs while maintaining our rigorous environmental standards.” Iron County will benefit the most from this proposed legislation with 3,000 immediate construction jobs and 2,800-5,600 generational jobs. The 75th District stands to gain some of the estimated $600 million to $1.2 billion in new annual economic activity generated by the mine. “I am proud to be advocating for this legislation because I know it will help the
the same population who were previously diagnosed with mental retardation. Severson’s bill will not alter eligibility for services, affect compliance with federal funding requirements or lead to a diminution of rights for people with intellectual disabilities. “Several other states and the federal government have already made these changes to their statutes, and the time has come for Wisconsin to follow suit,” said
Severson. “It is important that these individuals are afforded the same basic civil and human rights as every other person.” So far, the People First Law has been supported by 31 different disability rights organizations statewide. In Wisconsin, approximately 9,500 children qualify for special education services because of a cognitive disability diagnosis. - from the office of Rep. Severson
Magic world of books
When you are only 4 years old and haven’t learned to read yet, there’s nothing quite so wonderful as having a cousin who will read for you, and open the magic world between a book’s covers. So Jaidan Mansfield (right) listened closely while his cousin, Josie Brennan, (left) read to him in the children’s room of the Larsen Family Public Library in Webster. - Photo by Carl Heidel
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County library on the chopping block again
Move to start closing process fails by one vote by Mary Stirrat Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE — The Polk County Library Federation was once again headed for the chopping block Tuesday night, Dec. 20, as the county board of supervisors again contemplated the agency’s future. With 11 supervisors in favor of starting the process to close the library down by the end of next year and 12 supervisors against, the library held on with a onevote margin. The issue is far from dead, however. County Administrator Dana Frey was directed last month to evaluate the departments, programs and affiliated agencies of the county, starting with those that ranked lowest in a survey completed by board supervisors this past spring. Three of the county library’s programs ended up in the bottom seven of some 85 programs that were ranked, and Frey is currently conducting an evaluation of the library, planning to present a report at the February meeting of the board. “This board set the priority of the library as the second lowest,” said Supervisor Brian Masters, who initiated the discussion on closing it down. He asked that Frey be directed to develop a process to close the county library at the earliest possible date while meeting statutory requirements, with the closing to be finalized by Dec. 31, 2012. In order to close the library by then, said Frey, a public hearing would need to be held in May. This would give the time required for notification of withdrawal from the larger library system of which Polk County is a part. Notice of the public hearing would need to be published in April, which means the board would need to approve closure early in 2012. “We have such a peculiar process developing here,” said Supervisor George Stroebel, a newcomer to the board. He pointed out that supervisors were asking the county administrator to evaluate the county library, yet also asking him to close it. There is time, he added, to wait for Frey’s report and still do the closure by the end of the year if the board decides to do so. It was later mentioned that the library’s program of bringing books to the county jail was ranked second from the bottom. Its responsibility to provide technological support to the other libraries in the county ranked fifth from the bottom, and providing books by mail to shut-ins and to nursing homes ranked seventh from the
Former Supervisor John Bonneprise read letters to the supervisors from jail inmates who were grateful for the books supplied to them by the county library. bottom. Polk County is one of only three counties in the state to have a library system. In 2011, $152,661 in property taxes was levied to fund the system. Voting to start the process of eliminating the county library were supervisors Patricia Schmidt, Herschel Brown, James Edgell, Brian Masters, Ken Sample, Craig Moriak, Kristine Kremer-Hartung, Kim O’Connell, Gary Bergstrom, Neil Johnson and Larry Voelker. Opposed were Harry Johansen, Dean Johansen, Kathryn Kienholz, Marvin Caspersen, Randy Korb, Russell Arcand, Warren Nelson, Jay Luke, Stroebel, Larry Jepsen, Gerianne Christensen and board Chair William Johnson IV. “I hope the board knows this will come back,” Masters warned after the vote was taken. Resolutions The board approved resolutions making changes to the nonrepresented employee compensation policy and adopting an interim personnel and an interim administrative policy. These were necessary because a comparative wage study that will impact compensation is not yet complete, and because the county is in the midst of a comprehensive rewrite of personnel policies to bring them into compliance with the governor’s Budget Repair Bill. The board also approved a resolution accepting the donation of $4,885 from the Balsam Branch Ski Partnership and to allocate those funds for the purchase of ski trail grooming equipment. Another resolution that was approved gives support to the health department’s application for national accreditation
Polk County Supervisor Brian Masters speaks to the board about closing the county library. — Photos by Mary Stirrat
Supervisor Ken Sample contrasted the accomplishments of the county administrator with the ineffectiveness of the county board.
through the Public Health Accreditation Board. The Polk County Department of Health is one of 50 health departments nationwide to submit a letter of intent to become accredited. To become accredited, the department must prove it meets recently defined standards of performance, and that it will deliver what are called the three core functions of public health and provide what are identified as the 10 essential public health services.
borne. There were 48 cases of Lyme disease in 2010 compared with 89 in 2011. There were 22 cases of ehrlichiosis in 2010, compared with 31 in 2011.
Supervisor reports Supervisor Dean Johansen of the UWExtension, land and water resources, and lime committee reported that 2011 sales at the lime quarry were the highest they’ve been in 20 years. Johansen also said that, according to Paul Heimstead, forester with the Department of Natural Resources, the July 1 storm through northern Wisconsin damaged 130,000 acres of forestland in a sixcounty area. Only 2,000 of these acres were in Polk County, but 80,000 were in Burnett. A shortage of loggers means that the downed trees are not being salvaged as quickly as necessary to gain the largest amount of useful wood. Patricia Schmidt of the board of health reported on communicable diseases in Polk County. She said a report on communicable diseases in the county listed 37 different diseases. The most common is chlamydia, a sexually transmitted disease especially common among 15- to 35-year-olds. In 2010, said Schmidt, there were 74 reported cases of chlamydia compared with 72 cases in 2011. The second and third most common communicable diseases are both tick-
Other business • Danette Olsen of Luck informed the board of an upcoming listening session regarding the National Heritage Initiative, with efforts under way to have the 11county St. Croix Valley region designated a national heritage area. If designated as a national heritage area, Olsen said, exciting opportunities will be available to advance the arts, tourism and cultural heritage of the region. • County clerk Carole Wondra reported that individuals running for county board must file their nomination papers with her office by 5 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3. • Last month, Dana Frey was directed to begin a review of the 85 county programs ranked by supervisors, starting with those that received the lowest ranking. At the bottom of the list was gopher bounties, and Frey said his investigation revealed that the state law governing gopher bounties was repealed in 2000. “We can no longer pay gopher bounties,” he reported. About $14,000 was paid out in 2011. • Sample commented on the effectiveness of the county administrator in meeting budgetary directives set by the board, then pointed out the ineffectiveness of the board in developing policy. He said the supervisors need to look differently at their roles on boards and committees, hold informational discussions outside of regular board meetings and meet the same budgetary expectations as county departments.
Frederic school finances looking good Matz, Engen seeking re-election by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer FREDERIC – The Frederic School District is having a very good financial year, Administrator Jerry Tischer reported at the monthly meeting of the school board Monday, Dec. 19. Other items covered included approval of the summer school program and a report on the successes of student fundraising efforts to help local families at the
holiday season. And two school board members said they will be running for reelection. Tischer said the district has had two consecutive months of good financial data. Figures through the end of November, five months into the fiscal year, show expenses were $45,000 less than at the same time last year. The district is staying close to budget, and the balance is $81,000 greater than last year. Tischer said this is a tribute to the principals and staff who are watching expenses very closely. He said the district should be able to keep this trend for the remaining seven months.
The terms of school board members Shari Matz and Troy Engen are up in April, and both said they are running for re-election. Matz was first elected to the board in 2007, and Engen was appointed to fill a vacancy in 2008. The Frederic School Board last had a contested election in 2007, and all incumbents have been returned to the board in the last three elections. Principals Josh Robinson and Kelly Steen told the board that students in each school became very involved in fundraising efforts to collect money to assist local families over the holidays. Steen said the
elementary students collected over $400 in a spare change drive. Robinson said the older students fundraiser was very successful, with the results to be announced this Friday. The money raised by the students is helping 28 families and some local assistance organizations. Tischer said he is very proud of the students for their great involvement in sharing with area families. The summer school program will run from June 11 through June 29. Part of the program will be a special science-technology-engineering-math camp that Steen says looks very exciting. Details will go out to families soon.
Good news and proposed changes at Siren School Board meeting by Jean Koelz Leader staff writer SIREN – Good news on many fronts was shared at the Monday, Dec. 19, Siren School Board meeting, but the bulk of the board’s business had to do with revising or creating new policies to comply with recent state legislation. High school social studies teacher Rick Larson was presented with the VFW Citizenship Education Program Award, given in recognition of his efforts to instill a sense of national pride in students. Larson has already won at local and regional levels, and his nomination, submitted by fellow teacher Wayne Koball through Burnett County VFW Post 1256, will proceed to the state level.
Athletic director Ryan Karsten announced that the Siren boys golf program has been awarded a $1,900 grant from the Wisconsin State Association Foundation Executive Board. The grants are made possible by donations from golfers at private clubs for the purpose of helping youth golf programs. Principal Peggy Ryan touted the basketball teams undefeated status in conference games, and was especially pleased about the recent opportunity to play at the Target Center in Minneapolis. Superintendent Scott Johnson reported that there was a great turnout at the community Christmas dinner held at the school on Saturday, Dec. 17. An estimated 250 people were served.
Treasurer Jake Mangelsen provided the results from an audit conducted by LarsonAllen. Siren School received an “unqualified opinion,” the highest rating possible. Copies of the audit are available in the district office. Other financial news included approval of a bid from The Insurance Center for property and liability coverage. This new carrier will provide increased coverage for a reduced rate, with an approximate savings of $4,000 for 2012. The board approved a first reading on several new and revised policies, including those that cover: access to education for homeless students and unaccompanied minors; acceptable use policy for technology (the revised policy grants
power to the district to terminate employment for “immoral conduct” which has been amended to include the use of school equipment for any pornographic purpose); the right to refuse employment to any felon (no longer just for felonies related to job description); training for all district employees to identify victims of child abuse and neglect; and the delegation of power by a parent or guardian. This last policy primarily affects foster children. In closed session, the board hired Scott Evosevich as the new head baseball coach. The next school board meeting will be Monday, Jan. 23, 2012.
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Strong future in sight for Burnett Dairy Cooperative by Priscilla Bauer Leader staff reporter ALPHA – Patrons attending the Burnett Dairy Cooperative 44th-annual meeting at Nelson School on Saturday, Dec. 10, were given a good report on the dairy’s financial status and the cooperative’s future. Dirk Prindle, CPA for Carlson Highland, Certified Public Accountants, told patrons BDC is doing well compared to other cooperatives. “BDC had a profitable year in 2011 and decided to pass on its profits to its mill patrons in the form of a cash rebate ($260,000) and to its milk patrons in the form of cash patronage checks ($575,000),” Prindle told the audience, pointing to the annual report. “In addition to those cash checks, the cooperative is also passing on approximately $2,800,000 (85 cents per hundredweight) in domestic production activities deductions to its milk patrons.” BDC General Manager Dan Dowling, who was recently promoted to CEO by the board, concurred with Prindle’s assessment of the cooperative’s good financial health. “We look at the local profit, that tells us how well we’re doing, and it’s a very substantial profit, up 53 percent. It’s a judge, a benchmark of our internal operations,” said Dowling. Dowling told patrons BDC had a very solid year with milk markets favorable to dairy patrons. Dowling continued with reports on how each of the cooperative’s departments fared this year. “The ag supply side had a very good year,” said Dowling. “Sales in agronomy also did really well with a 26percent increase in fertilizer sales. The agronomy department had a very successful year with a 22-percent growth in overall sales. Both of these had a very positive impact for Burnett Dairy.” The CEO was quick to give credit for the increase to department staff. “It’s a positive testament to the crew given the spring we had, “ Dowling said, adding that offering more value-added services also contributed to the successful year. Dowling began his report on the feed and grain department by telling patrons this was Burnett Dairy’s biggest year. “It was a short season with no rain. There were 25,000 bushels coming in a day and we did 11 loads a day, seven days a week, making 480 loads to the river in seven weeks. “The fall of 2011 well surpassed last year’s record of 750,000 bushels,” stated Dowling. “We are just short of a million bushels in total volume going through the facility. The grain department really picked up a lot of steam. We had $11 million in sales, that’s a 44-percent increase. We are very happy.” Dowling said the new energy department, which combined the propane and refined fuels divisions, was created to streamline operations and provide better service to customers. “Scott Kammeyer will be the manager of the energy department,” said Dowling,
Patrons attending Burnett Dairy’s 44th-annual meeting at Nelson School on Saturday, Dec. 10, were given good reports on the dairy’s financial status and the cooperative’s future. – Photos by Priscilla Bauer
Dirk Prindle, CPA for Carlson Highland, Certified Public Accountants, told patrons Burnett Dairy is doing well compared to other cooperatives.
adding energy also did $11 million in sales for a 44-percent increase. According to Dowling sales in the hardware department (which includes the co-op’s gas pumps) showed a 25-percent increase. Dowling then turned the podium over to the co-op’s cheese plant manager, Earl Wilson, who smiled widely as he announced cheese sales had been strong this year due to a favorable market. Wilson told members the cheese store continues to do a high volume business. “We had a 19-percent increase in sales which translates into a 5-percent growth in sales,” stated Wilson. “We had the most pounds of cheese ever sold. The cheese store had its best year ever with $3,200,000 in gross retail sales.” Wilson then recognized the area’s milk producers saying, “Our milk patrons are the base this co-op stands on. “My goal is to give you, the patrons, the best price for your product so you can be successful,” Wilson told members. Wilson expressed enthusiasm when he spoke of the dairy’s $7 million building and equipment expansion. “We are getting bigger and we need this expansion if we want to do more sales,” commented Wilson. “If we want to take advantage of the sales opportunities out there we have to grow. “We need equipment upgrades to become more efficient. If we can package more cheese per hour we can sell more,” explained Wilson. Wilson detailed some of the plant improvements saying a new type of packaging for cheese will be introduced and more storage space will be added for increased inventory. Wilson said the expansion of the retail cheese store is set for completion in April of 2012. Merlin Johnson added levity again at this year’s meeting with his annual Packer reference, asking Wilson if he thought the enormous success of the Packers this season was having any effect on cheese sales. Wilson just laughed, replying, “Well, I’m sure it isn’t hurting them, Merlin.” The election to fill two open director positions was then held. Incumbent Kent Krause of Webster was returned to
Dan Scheps of Almena and Kent Krause of Webster were elected to the board during the annual meeting.
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At the close of the annual meeting Director Randy Demulling presented Kevin Knauber with a plaque in recognition of his 12 years’ service as a board member and board president. Following the meeting the new board met and elected John Dodds board president and Mark Knoop secretary-treasurer.
The dairy’s general manager, Dan Dowling, who on Dec. 8 was appointed to the dairy’s newly created CEO position, told patrons Burnett Dairy had a very solid year. the board, and Dan Scheps of Almena was elected to the position being vacated by outgoing director Kevin Knauber. Following the meeting the new board met and elected John Dodds board president and Mark Knoop secretary-treasurer. Director Randy Demulling presented Kevin Knauber with a plaque in recognition of his 12 years’ service as a board member and board president. CEO Dowling then commented on future plans for BDC, which included questions from patrons on the proposed merger with Cushing Co-op. “This is a positive thing for both companies,” remarked Dowling when a member asked the reason the two cooperatives were merging. “The merger will provide better purchasing opportunities for our customers and it will double our grain capacity,” explained Dowling. Dowling said if members approve the vote on Jan. 5 the merger would take effect on Feb. 1. “In the merger by acquisition BDC will assume Cushing Co-op’s liabilities of approximately $700,000,“ answered Dowling when asked if Cushing Co-op had any debt. As to the cooperative’s long-range plan, Dowling said the new $7 million expansion would assure the dairy of continued growth. “We want to make sure what we do today makes sense for the future,” said Dowling. Dowling later commented on his appointment to the newly created CEO position saying, “The board felt BDC needed to have clear directional leadership as we continue to grow. Creating one integrated management structure resulted in the CEO position.” At the close of the meeting members enjoyed drawings for door prizes, gifts of cheese, and lunch provided by the Calvary Covenant Church women’s group.
Earl Wilson, the co-op’s cheese plant manager, told those attending the annual m e e t i n g cheese sales had been strong this year due to a favorable market. “We had the most pounds of cheese ever sold,” said an enthusiastic Wilson.
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Library friends host open house, used book sale by Carl Heidel Leader staff writer WEBSTER - Friends of the Library, a group that supports the Larsen Family Public Library, hosted an open house and used book sale in the library’s community room, Saturday, Dec. 17. Proceeds from the event will be used for specific library needs. More than just used books were offered. There were also a variety of audiovisual materials ranging from audiobooks to current movie DVDs. The Friends also displayed a collection of fine art photographs from a project that students at Northwest Passage in Spooner had put together. The collection is presently touring the country in various forms. Verla Johansson, president of the Friends, indicated that the used book sale may become a monthly feature at the library in an effort to clear out a large volume of books and materials which are surplus items and no longer needed by the library.
Sandy Dion came from Milltow to the library open house in Webster and found a lot of good books to buy and read on Saturday, Dec 17.
Visitors to the Larsen Family Public Library open house, Saturday, Dec. 17, found holiday refreshments waiting for them. – Photos by Carl Heidel
Unity employees volunteer as bell ringers BALSAM LAKE — Unity employees were volunteer bell ringers for the Salvation Army on Friday, Dec. 9, and Tuesday, Dec. 13. The Salvation Army plays a huge role in helping those in need in the county. The money raised during their Red Kettle Campaign accounts for more than 90 per-
cent of the funds they use during the year. Eighty-nine percent of the proceeds they receive stay in Polk County. The money collected by the Unity bell ringers will be used to help fund the backpack program. — submitted
Unity staff members Debbie Petzel and Linda Leidle ring the bell for the Salvation Army. LEFT: Rene Lechman and Peggy Tarman of Unity School volunteered as bell ringers for the Salvation Army. — Photos submitted
Sunday School bell choir
ABOVE: The Sunday school bell choir performed at Bethany Lutheran Church in Siren on Sunday, Dec. 18, during their Christmas program “365 Days of Christmas Each Year.” RIGHT: Shown are Will Johnson, Abby Kosloski, Alexi Gloodt, Amy Stanford and Joey Formanek who were the main characters during the play. – Photos submitted
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The longest journey/from page 1 The testing
while also trying to define the differences.
No ribbons
Recent news that Nashville recording artist Glen Campbell has Alzheimer’s may be one of the best things to raise awareness about memory loss, but Bellefeuille also thinks it shows how the lack of funding on research and awareness is apparent. “They’re calling it his farewell performance. Really? Couldn’t they just hire someone to remind him of the song? He’s still Glen Campbell!” she said, while also noting the seemingly different, often futile approach to dementia and Alzheimer’s. “There are no pink T-shirts or ribbons for Alzheimer’s ... God bless them, [but there is a feeling] that you don’t survive Alzheimer’s.” While the Campbell announcement is an example of the misunderstandings society has on memory loss and the inevitability of it, she thinks the definitions are not so basic, again assuring that some memory loss is absolutely normal. “Forgetting many things - the milk at the store, or why you went into a room – is pretty darn normal,” she said. “Memory lapses are frustrating, but again, pretty normal.” Defining those differences between Alzheimer’s, dementia and other flavors of brain disease are critical, and may be dramatically different and hard to weigh simply in many people, and even more difficult to admit for some people. “Alzheimer’s isn’t a death sentence ... it’s a journey,” Bellefeuille added.
The definitions
Van Etten noted that Alzheimer’s is truly a disease, first noted in Germany by Dr. Alois Alzheimer in 1906. He began to study the brain of a woman in her late 40s, who showed dramatic signs of dementia at a young age. He followed her closely during the next four years, following her dramatic and unusual demise clinically, then studying her brain under a microscope, noting the changes from normal, with the accompanying data on her final years. “It is still considered a hallmark study,” Van Etten said, noting that they now call it young onset Alzheimer’s. “Dementia, on the other hand, is a syndrome, a collection of symptoms.” He said name forgetting is normal, but true memory loss is another matter. “The ability to make new memories is critical,” he said. “Not knowing what things are for ... it has to interfere with vocation or daily life.” Oftentimes, it is family members who notice memory loss or those changes, and he said that early intervention is critical to address the issues. As memory loss becomes more severe, family members may notice personality changes, depression or inappropriate behavior. Other signs are confusion, irritability and restlessness, along with paranoia, lack of concentration or speech problems. But to define the causes or treatments is not that simple. “You can technically have Alzheimer’s without having dementia,” Van Etten said. “It’s much easier to define over time.”
Sharlene Bellefeuille is an outreach specialist from the Alzheimer‘s Association. Beside her is Pete Raye, from the Polk Men’s Group. – Photos by Greg Marsten
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The definitions are not easy to define, just like normal aging can occur at vastly different rates for different people.”
The dementia tree
Thinking of it as an umbrella of sorts, dementia is at the top, with several flavors of dementia as the roots below, from mixed dementia, to vascular dementia, Alzheimer’s, Lewy body disease and frontotemporal dementia. “Vascular dementia is what might result from, say, a stroke - like a hardening of the arteries,” he said. “It is the result of multiple, tiny strokes, and has a cumulative effect.” He said it becomes more noticeable, and in steps, rather than a slow and more steady decline seen with typical Alzheimer’s. The definitions are often clinically hard to separate for laymen, but he said Lewy body disease is one that is beginning to have a better, more concise definition. “Lewy body disease was maybe considered Parkinson’s, years ago,” he said. “Dr. Lewy found dementia symptoms in other places of the brain. The [subjects] had dementia symptoms first, like hallucinations, then Parkinson’s disease later.” Mixed dementia is just that, where Alzheimer’s and vascular dementia may occur together. It is now considered more common than first thought. Frontotemporal, or Pick’s disease is a fairly rare disorder, and often hard to distinguish from Alzheimer’s. It has indications of personality changes and disorientation, more so than memory loss. Mild cognitive impairment is another part of that umbrella, and may be defined by people having problems with memory or thinking skills, serious enough to show up on tests, but not enough to interfere with daily life. More medical professionals are beginning to use the MCI definition,
but even then, they may not lead to Alzheimer’s. The definitions are not easy to define, just like normal aging can occur at vastly different rates for different people. “We all start losing brain cells at about age 30. Everybody does,” he said.
Risk factors
Van Etten said that while we know more and more about how to define dementia and its various offspring on that umbrella, the actual risk factors are also beginning to emerge. “Age is by far and away [risk factor] No. 1,” he said, noting that about one in eight people will have some flavor of dementia at age 65. “That increases to one in two by age 85.” Also on the risk-factor list is an obvious one: family history, although even that is uncertain. He said if brothers, sisters or relatives have young onset, you have a higher risk. “Less than 5 percent of all cases are young onset,” he said, but he noted that it may indeed be hereditary, to a point. “But we just don’t know for sure.” Other risk factors are within our control, such as heavy drinking, poor dietary health, even the growing awareness of brain injuries at a young age, such as in sports. He noted the need to respect things we used to take for granted, like mild concussions and injuries, and notes the importance of general brain health, with reading, puzzles and other “brain teasers” likely being a good way to help brain health. “But even if you’ve got all the bad risk factors, it is still not 100 percent a sure thing you’re going to get it,” Van Etten assured.
The Memory Clinic at Spooner is one of several across the state, and Van Etten directly credits the clinic on the efforts of a group led years ago by then state Sen. Russ Feingold, who wanted to push the Wisconsin Idea into other, more rural parts of the state several decades ago, with statewide network dementia study clinics for assessment research. One of the primary functions of the clinics is testing, and Van Etten outlined several of the basic tests they perform before going deep into long clinical studies on an individual. “First we ask, is there anything else that could have caused or may explain the memory loss?” he said. “If so, can we fix it?” He noted everything from brain impacts in an accident to depression, anesthesia, stroke, previous sports injuries, thyroid disease or even anemia may be possible causes. A true mental analysis begins with a simple test, and it’s one we can all do right now. “We may ask how many different animals you can name in a minute,” he said. “Most people will name at least 15 to 17 in a minute ... dementia patients, only a few.” He also noted the clock draw test, where you are asked to draw a clock with a specific time, such as 2:50. “It’s amazing what you’ll see when you make people take that test!” he exclaimed. The extent of testing goes even further if those early results are suspect, and many include visual diagramming, such as connecting letters to numbers in sequences, and testing deeper cognitive functions. “Then we’ll get the rest of the story for a spouse or a caregiver,” he said. “People with dementia often think they’re just fine.” Beyond the tests, they can get into brain scanning, neurological exams, neurophysical screening and even psychiatric evaluations on occasion. “We need to eliminate causes. Is it a stroke? What else may be the cause?” he said. “And again, can we fix it?”
Dealing with the reality
While there are no drugs or treatments to reverse the effects of dementia, there are ways to deal with the symptoms, or at least slow them down. “We can’t fix this, we can’t stop this, but the best we can do is slow it down,” Van Etten said. “But sometimes, families just need to know.” Bellefeuille noted that people who have dementia may do unusual and seemingly bizarre things out of their character, such as accidental shoplifting, forgetting to pay a bill at a store or other atypical behavior. “You need to help them out, and maybe tell people at the store, ‘you know, Dad’s got some memory issues, just call me first, don’t call the police,’” she said, even suggesting you might want to mention the issue with the police, in case they are called. “Again, it’s not a death sentence, it’s a journey,” she said.
Dr. Mark Van Etten is a geriatric memory specialist Over 50 people attended the recent presentation on dementia and Alzheimer’s at the Luck Senior Center, sponsored by the PolkMen’s from the Spooner Memory Clinic. Group.
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Third-grade fundraiser For the past five years, the Frederic Elementary School third-graders have done a community service project. This year’s Spare Change money drive was a huge success raising $410.07, collecting more money than ever. The collected money has been donated to various organizations including Operation Christmas. The thirdgraders decided this year that the raised monies would stay in the community and provide food for Frederic area families. Gratitude is extended to all of the students, parents and staff that donated their spare change, also to Bremer Bank for counting the money and parent helpers Prudence Lahti, Jessica Wink and Jamie Worthington. – Photo submitted
Polk County circuit court
(Dec. 21, 28, Jan. 4, 11, 18, 25) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY THE RIVERBANK, Plaintiff, vs. JOSEPH R. THOEN and CECILE A. THOEN, Defendants. Case No. 10 CV 741 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE By virtue of and pursuant to an Amended Order for Judgment and Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the aboveentitled action on February 1, 2011, in the amount of $101,639.65, I will sell the described premises at public auction at the Main Front Entrance of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, in the Village of Balsam Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin, on Thursday, February 2, 2012, at 10:00 o’clock a.m. TERMS OF SALE: 1. 10% down in cash or certified funds at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeiture of deposit plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. 3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax. DESCRIPTION: The South onehalf of the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter and the South 15 feet of the North one-half of Southeast Quarter of Southeast Quarter, all located in Section 15, Township 35 North of Range 18 West, Town of Eureka, Polk County, Wisconsin. PIN: 020-00373-0001 STREET ADDRESS: 2023 210th Avenue, Centuria, WI 54824. Dated at Balsam Lake, Wis., this 6th day of December, 2011. Peter M. Johnson, Sheriff Polk County, Wisconsin Steven J. Swanson No. 1003029 Attorney at Law P.O. Box 609 105 South Washington Street St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 715-483-3787
(Dec. 21, 28, Jan. 4, 11, 18, 25) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY ANCHORBANK, FSB Plaintiff vs. DAVID E. MAGSAM, et al. Defendant(s) Case Number: 11 CV 24 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on August 4, 2011, in the amount of $155,477.31, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: February 7, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Lot 2 of Certified Survey Map No. 2513, recorded in Volume 12 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 1, as Document No. 571169, located in the Northwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 27, Township 32 North, Range 17 West, in the Town of Alden, Polk County, Wisconsin. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1484 20th Avenue, Star Prairie, WI 54026. TAX KEY NO.: 002-00689-0000. Dated this 7th day of December, 2011. Peter M. Johnson Sheriff of Polk County Dustin A. McMahon State Bar #1086857 Blommer Peterman, S.C. 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for the purpose. 280698
Ryan J. Johnson, Osceola, hunt deer/bear after hours, not guilty plea. Constance B. Kastens, Osceola, speeding, $175.30. Daniel S. Kiser, Milltown, speeding, $175.30. Mary R. Knutson, Vadnais Heights, Minn., speeding, $175.30. Andrew W. Koenig, Turtle Lake, speeding, $175.30. Tracy K. Kompelien, Minneapolis, Minn., speeding, $175.30. Maria K. Konat, Minneapolis, Minn., speeding, $175.30. Rudolph J. Konecny, St. Croix Falls, dog at large, $100.00. Tom Lee, St. Paul, Minn., speeding, $200.50. Kevin G. Lenk, Amery, speeding, $114.50. Daniel I. Livingston, Centuria, failure to notify police of accident, operating while suspended, not guilty pleas. Joseph T. Loken, Luck, passing in no-passing zone, $213.10.
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(Nov. 30, Dec. 7, 14, 21, 28, Jan. 4) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, L.P. Plaintiff vs. ANGELA J. LUCAS, et al Defendant(s) NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Case Number: 10 CV 428 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on July 23, 2010, in the amount of $100,798.15, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: January 18, 2012, at 10 a.m. TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: The south 100 feet of lot “V,” block 17, of the first addition to the Village of Frederic, Polk County, Wisconsin, less a strip of land 10 feet wide off the west side of said lot, which is set aside of an alley. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 105 Birch Street East, Frederic, WI 54837. TAX KEY NO.: 126-00251-0000. Dated this 18th day of November, 2011. Peter M. Johnson Sheriff of Polk County Chaz M. Rodriguez State Bar #1063071 Blommer Peterman, S.C. 165 Bishops Way Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for the purpose. 280158
place/transport loaded firearm in vehicle, not guilty pleas. Robert R. Friddle, New Richmond, operate motor vehicle without adequate muffler, not guilty plea. Jason M. Goebel, Frederic, speeding, not guilty plea. Debra D. Gonau, Oakdale, Minn., speeding, $175.30. Brent M. Gorham, Brooklyn Park, Minn., speeding, $225.70. Michelle M. Handy, Centuria, nonregistration of auto, $175.30; operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50; failure to dim headlamp, $162.70. Carl R. Hanson, St. Paul, Minn., speeding, $175.30. Samantha L. Hart, Luck, knowling operating while revoked, $200.50. Heather A. Heacock, Amery, speeding, $175.30. Lowell R. Himlie, Junction City, nonregistration of auto, $175.30. Caleb D. Johnson, Maple Grove, Minn., fish without license, $192.70. Melissa M. Johnson, Centuria, speeding, $175.30. Richard M. Johnson, Almena, speeding, $175.30.
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Shane M. Egge, Milltown, speeding, $175.30. Codie W. Erickson, Amery, speeding, $175.30. Christopher A. Everson, Minneapolis, Minn., speeding, $200.50. Kara M. Fall, Hudson, speeding, $200.50. Amber L. Fauley, Osceola, speeding, $175.30. Darrell L. Fierro, Cumberland, $175.30; operating while revoked, $200.50. Justin K. Forster, Balsam Lake, speeding, $225.70; operate motor vehicle without adequate muffler, $175.30. Jason O. Frederickson, Cushing, improper left turn/completion, $175.30. Richard Frey, Sauk City, discharge firearm from a vehicle;
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(Nov. 16, 23, 30, Dec. 7, 14, 21) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY FIRST NATIONAL BANK & TRUST P.O. Box 32 Rice Lake, WI 54868 Plaintiff Vs. TYREL DARYL SACKETT a/k/a TYREL D. SACKETT 21 210th Ave. Comstock, WI 54826 Defendant NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Case No. 10 CV 760 Classification No.: 30404 Under and by virtue of Judgment for Foreclosure in the above-entitled action issued by the Court aforesaid on the 30th day of December, 2010, I am commanded to sell the following described property: Lot 2 of Certified Survey Map No. 3178, in Volume 14, Page 200, being located in part of the Southwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter, and in the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter, Section 13, Township 35 North, Range 15 West, (in the Town of Johnstown), Polk County, Wisconsin. Tax Key No.: 028-00317-0000. Property Address: 21 210th Ave., Comstock, WI 54826. PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on the 5th day of January, 2012, at 10:00 o’clock a.m., on that day at the front entrance of the Polk County Courthouse located in Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, I will sell the above-described real estate to satisfy said judgment with interest and with costs to the highest bidder for cash. Terms of Sale: 1. This is a cash sale. A certified check or bank check in the amount of 10% of the amount bid must accompany the bid, with the balance due upon confirmation of the sale by the court. 2. Sale is subject to all unpaid real estate taxes and special assessments. 3. Purchaser shall pay any Wisconsin real estate transfer fee. 4. The property is being sold in and “as is” basis without warranties or representations of any kind. Dated at Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, this 7th day of November, 2011. Peter M. Johnson, Sheriff Polk County, Wisconsin
ator fail to have passenger seat belted, $10.00. Thomas K. Anderson, Coon Rapids, Minn., speeding, $200.50. Debra E. Avery, Cumberland, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.00; speeding, $175.30. Seth D. Bailey, Cumberland, speeding, $200.50. Elaine M. Beauvais, Gordon, speeding, $200.50. Jeffery J. Bednar, Hudson, speeding, $175.30. Veronica L. Blackburn, St. Croix Falls, operating while revoked, not guilty plea. Zackory K. Blume, St. Croix Falls, seat belt violation, $10.00; operating motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.
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Santa visit
Reactions vary when visiting Santa as this young boy and girl demonstrated last Saturday, Dec. 17, at a special visit from Santa to the Frederic Public Library. Things got a bit better for the young man (photo below) after a few scary moments. - Photos by Becky Amundson
Christmas in Frederic
One of Santa’s stops this year was the Frederic Public Library on Main Street, where he was greeted by local royalty and children hoping for an opportunity to speak to the jolly old fellow. ABOVE: Miss Frederic and her court posed for a photo with Santa. Shown (L o R) are Second Princess Leah Engebretson, Miss Frederic April Halverson, Santa, Miss Congeniality Lauren Domagala and First Princess Adiina Stackhouse. RIGHT: Five-month-old Ayla Peterson, daughter of AJ and Jackie Peterson, met Santa for the first time Saturday. - Photos by Chris Byerly
14,000 jobs lost in November by Shawn Johnson Wisconsin Public Radio STATEWIDE - Wisconsin lost 14,600 jobs in November according to preliminary numbers from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. It marks the fifth straight month of job losses for the state. Of all the jobs lost in November, a projected 11,700 were in the private sector. 3,100 of those were in manufacturing. Wisconsin's jobs losses came in a month when the U.S. economy as a whole added 120,000 jobs. Laura Dresser is a labor economist and the associate director of the Center on Wisconsin Strategy, "Wisconsin started off better than national for the first six months but for the last five has really lagged behind the national picture. But in both pictures, the picture when there is growth is anemic. And when we're getting losses, we're getting significant losses." Dresser says the state would need to add more than 200,000 jobs in order for the economy to feel like it did in 2007. Even as jobs disappeared, the state unemployment rate dropped from 7.7 to 7.3 percent. The unemployment rate actually ticked up in June even though Wisconsin added jobs that month. The Walker administration cautioned that the jobs numbers are preliminary and have been adjusted upward the last five months by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Even so, they leave Wisconsin well behind the goal the governor set of helping the private sector add a quarter-million jobs by 2015. 550698 15-20L
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Vintage snowmobile show
Christmas in Frederic
This vintage Arctic Cat snowmobile was one of several on display at the third-annual vintage snowmobile show, sponsored by the Frederic Area Historical Society, held Saturday, Dec. 17, at the restored Soo Line depot in downtown Frederic. PHOTO BELOW: Snowmobiles from the '60s, '70s and beyond were lined up in front of the depot.
Herb Howe of Siren brought a piece of snowmobile racing history to the third-annual vintage snowmobile show held Saturday, Dec. 17,at the Frederic Soo Line Depot and Museum. Howe rode his Polaris 377 Colt to victory in the first-annual international Winnipeg to St. Paul, 500-mile race, held in 1966 as part of the St. Paul Winter Carnival. His winning time was 13 hours, 37 minutes and 54 seconds. Howe later became the director of the race, a position he held for several years. Some of the races in those days involved breaking trail over some pretty rough terrain, he said. The Colt was a pretty basic machine and carried a spare gas tank. Some snowmobile collectors will attest to the fact that riding any snowmobile built pre-1970 for 50 miles is quite a feat in itself - and 500 miles would be very punishing. Howe said he still enjoys taking the Polaris to shows. 2011 Miss Snowflake, Emily Bauer of Viroqua, presented Howe with the award for her favorite overall machine at Saturday’s show. At left, Howe is shown after winning the 1966 Winnipeg to St. Paul race. Photos by Gary King
Cliff Pardun of Webster won the award for Best Unrestored Sled with his 1974 Arctic Cat Panther VIP. Pardun had Pardun’s Arctic Cat dealership in Webster from 1967 to 1986. The sled still has the dealer sticker intact (photo above).
Richard Adolphson of Grantsburg won the award for the Best pre-1970 Sled for his 1967 Ski-Doo with utility sled (which sold new at Maki’s SkiDoo in Grantsburg, where Adolphson used to work). William Johnson IV and Miss Snowflake Emily Bauer presented Adolphson with his trophy. Next year’s vintage snowmobile show will be held Dec. 15.
George Calkins of Glen Flora, Wis. won the award for Best 1971 or newer with his Rupp Magnum 440. Each winner was presented with a hand-crafted trophy featuring a spark plug, by show organizer William Johnson.
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Gymnasts earn six medals at Rush City
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Grantsburg’s Breanna Fickbohm (far left) received the ninth-place medal in vault, scoring a 8.40, at the Rush City, Minn., gymnastics meet on Saturday, Dec. 17. Pirate Aimee Lerud (second from right) took second on vault with an 8.95. – Photos submitted meet progressed. We had two no-fall routines on the balance beam,” Lund said. Raelyn Pochman scored a 5.90 in the balance beam and Heidi Horky scored a 7.75. “Both sophomores are making a steady improvement from last season,” Lund said. by Marty Seeger The Pirates have quite a break before their next meet, but will be hosting Rush Leader staff writer RUSH CITY, Minn. – The Grantsburg City, Minn., in Grantsburg on Thursday, gymnastics team competed at a meet in Jan. 5, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Rush City, Minn., on Saturday, Dec. 17, taking fourth out of four other schools including East Ridge, a school near Woodbury, Minn., which took first overall. Chisago Lakes finished second and Rush City-Pine City, Hinckley/Finlayson took third. “We were a little rocky on bars, a few too many falls, but came back strong on beam,” said coach Kathy Lund. “(It) was a good meet!” The Pirates earned a total of six medals on the day, with Aimee Lerud taking second overall in the vault with an 8.95. She placed third on the uneven bars with a mark of 8.775, and eighth on the balance beam with an 8.60. She was sixth on the floor routine with an 8.375, and third in the all-around with a score of 34.70. Breanna Fickbohm also medaled with a ninth-place finish in the vault, scoring 8.40. Grantsburg performed strong on beam dur“We started the meet on the floor exerAimee Lerud placed sixth with her floor ing the Rush City, Minn., meet. ABOVE: cise, we built some momentum as the routine at the Rush City, Minn., meet. RuthAnn Pederson performs her routine.
Grantsburg Pirates finish strong in second meet of the season
••• HOBBS, N.M. – Former Division 3 state cross-country champ Jack Taylor had a good first year as a collegiate runner for Cowley County Community College in Kansas. The former Webster standout led the Cowley Tigers throughout the season, and earned a spot as an individual at the NJCAA Division 1 National Championships held in Hobbs, N.M. Taylor battled illness during the event, but still placed 171st out of 288 runners with a time of 30:04.30 on the 8K course. – Marty Seeger with information from cowleytigers.com ••• LEADER LAND – Grantsburg senior Zack Arnold and Webster senior Joey Erickson both earned a spot on the 2011 Wisconsin High School All-State Cross-Country Team for their successful seasons with their respective teams. Arnold helped lead the Pirates this season to their first-ever Zack Arnold state runner-up trophy and finished 13th in the overall individual standings at state. Erickson was a sectional champion who placed ninth overall as an individual at this year’s state meet in Wisconsin Rapids. – Marty Joey Erickson Seeger ••• LEADER LAND – Former Luck athletes and twin brothers Cole and Alec Mortel have been keeping busy this winter with the College of St. Scholastica men’s basketball team. Despite the 82-65 loss to UW-Superior on Saturday, Dec. 17, both Cole and Alec made contributions. Cole had 15 points and four rebounds, and Alec chipped in four points and one rebound. The college freshmen are stuck in a bit of a rebuilding year at the college with a 1-7 record to start the season. – Marty Seeger with information from csssaints.com ••• BEMIDJI, Minn. – The Bemidji State University football team held an awards ceremony to honor its top players this season. Among those is senior safety Jake Schmidt, Frederic, who won an award for being the most inspirational. The Beavers went 8-3 this season in the NSIC, finishing fourth overall in the conference. – Marty Seeger with information from bsubeavers.com
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Saints cruise over Luck/Frederic/Grantsburg grapplers Northern Badger Tournament set for Dec. 28-29 St. Croix Falls 46, LFG 23 by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer ST. CROIX FALLS – The St. Croix Falls wrestling team is going to be tough to beat in the conference this season, as they showed against Luck/Frederic/Grantsburg on Thursday, Dec. 15. LFG wrestlers, too, are coming together as a solid team despite a couple of holes to fill and once their young team gets a little more varsity experience. “We did alright. Looking at their lineup, we needed a lot of things to go our way to get the win. Their upper weights are very tough. We needed pins and not be pinned. The kids wrestled hard. Giving up two forfeits didn’t help,” said LFG coach Chris Bartlett. Starting out the evening was the 220pound weight class between Blain Clemons and Ryan Nussbaum. The senior Nussbaum from St. Croix Falls earned a pin and the first six points of the night for the Saints. At 285, Nolan O’Brien of St. Croix Falls earned a pin over Cain Lindquist with just 39 seconds remaining in the match. After two forfeits at 106 and 113, Tristan Brewer, 120, put LFG on the board with a commanding win over Shaw Bradshaw by a pin. Then at 126, LFG junior Evan Ryan won a 6-1 decision over James Klassen. At 132, Dan Horn got the Saints back on track when he took a 6-3 decision over Ray Kurkowski, and at 138, Brent Johnson earned an 18-3 major decision over Brian Gilbert of St. Croix Falls. There were six more matches remaining on Thursday, with Tony Britton earning a quick pin over St. Croix Falls sophomore C.J. Haasnoot at 145. St. Croix Falls senior
LFG’s Evan Ryan won a 6-1 decision over James Klassen of St. Croix Falls at 126 pounds. – Photos by Marty Seeger Grant Simpson was able to pin LFG senior Billy Schallenberger at 152 with one minute, 22 seconds remaining in the second period. At 160, Erik Segelstrom won a close 5-2 decision against LFG sophomore Colton Branville, and at 170, Alex Richey of LFG and Saints junior Bryan Nelson went back and forth in a high-scoring affair, with Richey ultimately holding onto the 11-6 win. The Saints closed out the evening with two commanding wins by Jake and Joe Rademacher. At 182, Jake Rademacher defeated Joe Christensen by an 11-3 decision, and at 195, Joe Rademacher earned a pin with 51 seconds to go in the first period. The Saints will be enjoying a deserved break until Wednesday, Dec. 28, when they travel to River Falls for the Northern Badger wrestling tournament. Unity and LFG will also be competing at Northern Badger.
St. Croix Falls wrestler Grant Simpson earned a pin over Billy Schallenberger, LFG, at 152 pounds. Saints take first at Chisago Lakes CHISAGO LAKES, Minn., – At least five St. Croix Falls wrestlers earned championship status at a tournament held at Chisago Lakes, on Friday, Dec. 16, and the team placed first out of eight different teams from Minnesota including Chisago Lakes, Goodhue, Robbinsdale-Armstrong, Mahtomedi, Rush City-Braham, Rogers and North St. Paul. At 106 pounds, Drew Wheeler placed first with a pin and a tight 2-1 decision in the finals. Dan Horn also took first place going 3-0 on the evening, with a pin in the first round and an 8-2 decision, and a 5-3 decision win. Jake Rademacher was a first-place finisher at 170 with a pin in the first round, a tech fall, 19-4 win in the semifinals and another pin in the championship round. His brother Joe Rademacher also took first place at 182 with a pin, and two wins by major decision. Closing out the first-place finishers from St. Croix Falls was Ryan Nussbaum at 195.
Nussbaum pinned all three opponents with one coming in just 35 seconds and the other two in less than two minutes. Others placing at the tournament included Grant Simpson, 152, third place; James Klassen, 126, fourth; Nolan O’Brien, 220, fourth; Tristan Chamberlin, 113, fifth; Sean Bradshaw, 120, fifth; and Ryan Johnson, 285, fifth.
Unity 45, Turtle Lake-Clayton 21 TURTLE LAKE – The Unity Eagles wrestling team scored another team victory over Turtle Lake-Clayton on Thursday, Dec. 15, scoring 21 unanswered points to start the dual, and the Eagles never looked back from there. Justin Peper got things going for Unity when he pinned Zach Johnson in three minutes, 35 seconds at 220 pounds. Alex Lennartson also earned a pin at 285, when he defeated Erik Swenson in just 23 seconds. Unity’s Tucker Olson won his match at 113, in a close 8-6 decision. There were five total forfeits, including a double forfeit at 106, and Unity wins by forfeit at 120, 132 and 138. But at 145, Eagles senior Steven Anderson won his match by pin in 39 seconds, and Garrett Lunsmann won the final match of the evening at 195, by pin, in 2:59. Up next for the Eagles is the Northern Badger Tournament in River Falls on Wednesday and Thursday, Dec. 28-29.
St. Croix Falls sophomore Dan Horn defeated Ray Kurkowski, LFG, in a close 6-3 decision at 132 pounds. Alex Richey, a junior 170-pounder for LFG, wrestled an entertaining match against Brian Nelson, St. Croix Falls, and won in an 11-6 decision.
St. Croix Falls wrestler Nolan O’Brien earned a pin at 285 pounds over Cain Lindquist, LFG, with just 39 seconds remaining in the match.
Saints senior Eric Segelstrom won a 5-2 decision over Colton Branville, LFG, at 160 pounds.
Joe Rademacher, St. Croix Falls, earned a pin over Nick Britton at 195 pounds.
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Unity boys win in final seconds over Tigers Viking boys get first conference win over Saints Unity 33, Webster 32 by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer WEBSTER – It wasn’t pretty, but the Unity Eagles managed to pull out a onepoint victory over Webster on Friday, Dec. 16, for a key conference win. On the night the Eagles returned the injured Xavier Foeller back to the lineup, they were without senior Steven Krueger, who is out with a severe ankle sprain. Nonetheless, the Eagles managed to find a way to win in an exciting finish, when Brandon McKenzie drained a 12-foot jumper to give the Eagles a one-point lead with just six seconds remaining in the game. The Tigers managed to call a time-out, and got off a last-second shot by Cody Isaacson, which eventually rimmed out and secured the Eagles victory. Webster led much of the game but trailed 20-19 at the half. They held the Eagles to just seven points in the first quarter, and only three in the third off a Brady Turner 3-pointer. The Tigers led by as much as seven points at the start of the fourth quarter, but Turner drained his second 3-pointer of the game to bring the Eagles back to within four. Webster senior Joey Erickson fouled out with 3:27 left in the game, and the Tigers still leading 32-28. Zachary Johnson then hit two key free throws for the Eagles to get them within two points. Clay Peckman also went 1 for 2 from the line in the final minute of the game to get the Eagles within one, ultimately setting themselves up for a final shot, which McKenzie drained without hitting the rim. It was the Eagles third straight win, with all being conference games after an 0-3 start to the season. Their next three games are nonconference games against Osceola, Clayton and Shell Lake, before returning to conference play when they host Grantsburg on Tuesday, Jan. 10.
Webster senior Cody Isaacson had Webster and Unity fans holding their breath in the final shot of the game on Friday, Dec. 16. Had the ball gone in, the Tigers would have pulled out a last-second victory. But Unity was safe in the win. – Photo by Marty Seeger
Unity sophomore Zachary Johnson gets pressured by Webster's Nathan Puttbrese in a tight game that went Unity's way on Friday, Dec. 16. – Photo by Marty Seeger After hosting a holiday tournament on Thursday and Friday, Dec. 29-30, the Tigers will jump right back into conference play, starting with a game at Siren on Friday, Jan. 6. Unity was led by Turner with 11, Johnson had 10, Mckenzie, five, Foeller, four, Aaron Koshatka two and Clay Peckman, one. Josh Baer led the Tigers with 17, Taylor Heinz had nine, Joey Erickson, three, Brad Krause, two and Nathan Puttbrese, one. Amery 51, Webster 32 WEBSTER – The Tiger boys basketball team lost at home against Amery on Tuesday, Dec. 17, as the Warriors put the clamps down on defense, holding Webster to 18 first-half points and 14 in the second half. Webster went 2 for 4 from the freethrow line and Josh Baer scored 10 points, followed by Brad Krause, Joey Erickson, Cody Isaacson and Shawn Stevens with four points apiece and Nathan Puttbrese, Jake Hunter and Taylor Heinz chipped in two apiece.
Unity 39, Osceola 33 BALSAM LAKE – No game stats available at press time. Frederic 61, St. Croix Falls 46 FREDERIC – A wild first half with a solid third-quarter scoring effort paved the way for Frederic’s first conference win of the season, 61-46 over St. Croix Falls on Friday, Dec. 16. Both teams enjoyed leads during the first half with St. Croix Falls taking an early lead at 13-12, after a Nick Lunde three during the second quarter. Frederic senior Waylon Buck’s fast-break bucket tied the game at 21 with just over a minute left before halftime. In the third quarter, the Vikings outscored the Saints 20-12, building a 5041 lead with six minutes left in regulation. Frederic added another 12-4 run in the final period with three Vikings finishing in double digits: Buck, 16; Jaryd Braden, 10; and Adam Chenal, 10. “We settled down during the second half and played better defense,” Frederic
Frederic elementary students provided halftime entertainment during the doubleheader between St. Croix Falls and Frederic on Friday, Dec. 16. – Photo by Becky Amundson
Michael Tesch takes a jump shot over Saints defenders on Friday, Dec. 16. Frederic won the game 61-46. – Photo by Becky Amundson coach Ryan Lind said. The Vikings switched from a 1-3-1 defense during the first half and went to more man-to-man and pressing during the second half. “We still have a lot to improve on, but our guys know that and I am confident that they will keep working hard,” Lind added. Saints junior Noah Casterton enjoyed a big game with a team-high 12 points. “We just need to play a full game and keep our heads up,” Casterton said after the loss. The Saints Andy Erickson and Ben Clausen each added nine points while Erik Swenson and Cody Zelinski combined for 12. “Ben Clausen had a solid night defensively with five steals and Andrew Erickson led the team with six rebounds,” Saints coach Chad Hall added. – Garth Olson
Braham 55, Grantsburg 43 GRANTSBURG – Minnesota’s 3-point record holder was in Grantsburg taking on the Pirate boys basketball team on Thursday, Dec. 15. Braham’s Tyler Vaughan set Minnesota’s scoring record by hitting his 385th career 3-pointer. But that record would stand still against the Pirates, as they held Vaughan in check throughout the night, but couldn’t come away with the win. “We did everything we’re supposed to do, except take care of the ball again,” said Pirates coach Nick Hallberg. “You can’t expect to beat good teams when you commit 20-plus turnovers in a game. We are a long ways from being the team we need to be.” Grantsburg trailed by eight after the first quarter and cut that lead to five at the half. But in the third quarter, they fell behind by 12 points and never recovered. The Pirates made it to the free-throw line just six times, and were led by Nolan Hanson in scoring with 15, followed by David Ohnstad, 10, Connor Myers, nine, Daniel Biorn and Seth Coy, four, and Brady Thompson, one. – Marty Seeger
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Dragon boys topple three opponents Remain undefeated in Lakeland Conference Siren 53, Drummond 41 by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer DRUMMOND – The Siren Dragons picked up a respectable win over a solid Drummond team on Tuesday, Dec. 17, to remain undefeated on the season. Drummond was handed their second-straight loss after starting out the season 6-0. The Lumberjacks lost at Solon Springs but defeated Clayton in early December by a point, leaving Siren as the only remaining undefeated team in all of the Lakeland Conference. “Drummond has one of the best players in the area, by the name of Ben Best. He is a true gamer. Early in the game, Best was terrific and we gave up quite a few points inside,” said Siren coach Jon Ruud. The Lumberjacks led 12-9 after the first quarter and Best scored half of the 12. The Dragons stepped up defensively and started clicking on offense to take a 24-21 halftime lead. “In the second half, our team played much better team defense, and we were able to contain what Drummond was trying to do on offense. We held Ben Best to just four points in the second half, and that is not an easy thing to do with him,” Ruud added. The Dragons had a significant team effort according to Ruud, and big contributions from Evan Oachs and Will Haines added to the team’s success. Oachs had six points, but Ruud pointed out that he was always near the ball on both ends of the floor. Ruud also said he did a nice job of getting the team scorers the ball. “Will Haines was another player for us that was absolutely tremendous on the defensive end of the court, with his help-defense and rebounding,” Ruud said. The Dragons were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, hitting 13 of 14 in the fourth quarter to help them stretch their lead to 16 late in the fourth quarter. Mur-
dock Smith had 17 points in the game and Andrew Brown added 16. “Great overall team effort by us tonight! We still have a long way to go, with our overall consistency, but we are having different guys step up each night here in December, and that has been great to see,” said Ruud. The Dragons past seven of nine games have been on the road, and they travel to Turtle Lake on Thursday, Dec. 22, before a short break. They will be playing at the Clayton Holiday Tournament on Tuesday, Dec. 27.
Siren 60, Luck 55 SIREN – The Siren Dragons stayed undefeated after a closely played contest on Friday, Dec. 16 before their home crowd in Siren, with the Dragons winning, 60-55. While Siren has been dominating in the early season, the game could have gone either way at times, with the Cardinals tying several times, but never taking a lead all night. “We had opportunities at the end, but let them slip away,” stated Luck head coach Rick Giller. Siren had strong inside performances from Andrew Brown and Luke Bollant in the first half, while the Cards Kyle Hunter and John Denny did the bulk of the defensive and scoring work. “Kyle Hunter had a complete game,” stated Giller. “He scored 14 points, had five assists, seven rebounds and only one turnover.” Denny also had another double-double, with 16 points and 12 boards, leading the Cards. Siren had some strong second-half performances. Murdock Smith, had 10 firsthalf points and added another 11 points in the second half. Brown was also a solid scorer, adding 20 points to the Dragon total. Evan Oachs put down a critical 3pointer in the final quarter, stretching Siren’s lead and giving his squad another outside threat to open up the paint. While Luck shadowed them the whole way, the Dragons were just too solid to give up the lead, and with a deep bench, they didn’t have the foul troubles that
Siren's Ethan Java throws up a free throw during the game against Flambeau at the Target Center. – Photo by Jeanine Moody
Luck sophomore Karsten Petersen goes up for a bucket against the Dragon defense. – Photo by Greg Marsten Luck faced, losing both Hunter and Denny to fouls in the waning moments. Without Denny and Hunter, it left much of the inside work to Karsten Petersen in the final moments, who finished with 10 points. Dylan LeMay contributed eight points to the Card cause, and gave them some ball-handling depth to counter occasional Dragon presses, but it was Siren’s to lose, and they didn’t give anything up, winning 60-55 and staying undefeated. – Greg Marsten
Siren 70, Flambeau 38 MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – The Siren Dragon boys made fast works of their special contest at the Target Center in Minneapolis on Saturday, Dec. 17, crushing the Flambeau Falcons by over 30 points. Coming off a hard fought victory against the Luck Cardinals the night before, head coach Jon Ruud was pleasantly surprised by his teams performance, which had the Dragons led by a 48-10 mark a the first half ended. “I was really concerned about how our legs would respond after playing in a tight game the night before versus Luck, but we came out with a lot of energy and enthusiasm,” Ruud stated. The Dragons cleared the bench with the strong lead, and Ruud said it was about as good a day as possible. “We had a neat experience at the Target Center this year,” Ruud said. “We were able to come out early and play well, and because of that, we were actually able to get some younger kids their first varsity
experience.” Almost all of the Dragon roster got some minutes, with 13 of their 15 players that played ended up scoring on the NBA court. “It is always fun to play there, and then take in a pro game afterward. We were able to go eat as a team in between our game and the Timberwolves game, so the entire day was a huge success.” Siren won, 70-38, and continued their undefeated ways with the victory. – Greg Marsten
Elijah Hinze takes a jump shot over Flambeau defenders during a nonconference game at the Target Center on Saturday, Dec. 17. – Photo by Mackenzie Erickson
The Siren bench and rest of the Dragons team got a good workout against the Flambeau Falcons at the Target Center. The Dragons led 48-10 at halftime. – Photo by Jeanine Moody
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Tiger girls give Eagles a tussle Webster still looking for first win of the season Unity 40, Webster 36 by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer WEBSTER – The Unity Eagles likely took a deep breath after Webster nearly pulled out the upset win on Friday, Dec. 16. The Tigers are still looking for their first win of the season but nearly got it on Friday, as they gradually improved their play on both ends of the court in the second quarter and throughout much of the second half. Despite struggles with unforced turnovers in the first quarter and falling behind eight points, the Tigers went on a nice run in the second quarter, cutting the Eagles lead in half and with two quick buckets from Angel Christianson and Stefani Wambolt, who had a team-leading 10 points in the game. Wambolt scored six points in the second quarter and the
Tigers shot 4 for 4 from the free throwline. Along with solid scoring, Webster’s defense shined through in the final moments of the first half and they held onto an 18-16 lead at the buzzer. The Eagles got at least two points from key player Anna Ebensperger in the second quarter, but she sat out the rest of the game with an injury. The Eagles were still without their lone senior, Brittany Thomfohrda, who is expected to be back after the Christmas break. The Tigers maintained a four-point lead throughout most of the third quarter and stretched that lead to five points near the three-minute mark. Webster had several opportunities to break the game open in that third quarter, getting several open looks at the basket after forcing turnovers, and getting to the free-throw line. But the Tigers shot just 1 for 7 from the line in the third quarter, allowing the Eagles to hang around. Shauna Jorgenson had another solid effort for the Eagles, leading with 17 points and shooting 5 for 7 from the line, but overall, the team shot 18 of 35 from the charity stripe, allowing the Tigers to remain in the game as well.
With just under six minutes left in the game, the Eagles managed to tie the game at 31 points, and unforced turnovers resurfaced for the Tigers. It was still a tight game however, as Webster trailed by just two points with 2:52 remaining. The Eagles stretched their lead to six with 56 seconds to go in the game off a free throw by Shay Nelson, and an inbound steal by Sarah Bader. But Ashley Irvine came through for the Tigers, banking in a 3pointer from the top of the key that brought Webster to within three points with 36 seconds remaining. One more free throw by the Eagles, and a big rebound by Nelson, helped give the Eagles the eventual win. The Tigers had a well-balanced scoring attack, and along with Wambolt’s 10 points, Kally Schiller scored eight, Tammy Quatmann, six, Christianson and Irvine each scored four, and Gabby Schiller and Chelsea Larson each had two points. Hailey Olson scored 11 for the Eagles, Bader, six, Maddie Ramich and Ebensperger scored two each, and Nelson and Carly Ince both scored one.
St. Croix Falls 55, Frederic 35 FREDERIC – Saints senior Sarah Petznick put on quite a show at Frederic on Friday, Dec. 16. In addition to her teamhigh 21 points, Petznick floated around the court creating steals, nabbing rebounds, while lifting the Saints to a 55-35 win and an undefeated record of 4-0 overall, 3-0 in conference. Surpassing 700 points in her career, Petznick will have a good chance at notching her 1,000th point near the end of the season. “We played well as a team,” Saints coach Angie Maternowsky said after the win. “This year, we’re playing zone and man-to-man defense well. Sarah moved to the shooting guard more in the second half so she could shoot and float around more.” The Vikings kept things close in the first quarter, only trailing by four points at 11-7. Corissa Schmidt’s basket just before the half kept the Vikings within striking distance, trailing 24-15. St. Croix Falls re-
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Frederic's Kendra Mossey drives to the hoop and takes a shot against the Saints. – Photo by Becky Amundson Gabby Schiller looks for an open teammate against Unity on Friday, Dec. 16. – Photo by Marty Seeger
Unity's Hailey Olson gets a good look at the basket against Webster. – Photo by Marty Seeger
Carly Gustafson of Frederic, Matti Gerlach of St. Croix Falls and Brittani Hughes get set to box out during a game Friday night, Dec. 16. – Photo by Becky Amundson
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Hilltoppers stop Viking girls basketball team Unity girls pick up the only West Lakeland win on Tuesday Glenwood City 64, Frederic 54 by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer FREDERIC – The Vikings hung around and played tough with the 5-1 Hilltoppers of Glenwood City on Tuesday, Dec. 20, but shortcomings from the free-throw line late in the fourth quarter squandered the Vikes chances for a nonconference win. “We played better versus a strong Glenwood City team,” said Vikings coach Troy Wink. The Vikings trailed by five after the first quarter but managed to regain a one-point lead at the half. The game went back-andforth in the third quarter until late, when
the Hilltoppers stretched their lead to seven. But the Vikings remained close, keeping the score within five points until the end of the fourth quarter. Overall, the Vikings shot 15 of 33 from the free-throw line and 5 of 12 in the fourth quarter. “As a team we gave ourselves a chance to pull it out, but too many missed free throws cost us!” said Wink. Maria Miller and Corissa Schmidt played well on both ends of the floor, with Schmidt leading with a 24-point effort, and Miller chipping in 14. Kendra Mossey and Emily Byerly each had seven points, and Carly Gustafson had two.
Spooner 58, Webster 18 WEBSTER – The Spooner Rails invaded Tigers territory on Tuesday, Dec. 20, defeating the Webster girls handily. Spooner held the Tigers to just 10 first-half points and another seven in the second half. Evon Maxwell, Chelsea Larson and Ste-
fani Wamboldt scored four points apiece, and Tanya Johnson added three, Christina Weis, two and Ashley Irvine, one.
Unity 48, Cumberland 18 CUMBERLAND – The Eagle girls basketball team didn’t give the Cumberland Beavers much of a chance on Tuesday, Dec. 20, winning easily in a nonconference game. The Beavers have yet to win a game this season, and the Eagles capitalized, while several girls contributed to the win. Shauna Jorgenson led with 18 points followed by Hailey Olson, Maddie Ramich and Kayla Johnson with six apiece, Sarah Bader and Cass Hanson each had four, and Shay Nelson and Carly Ince added two apiece. Rush City 42, Grantsburg 34 GRANTSBURG – The Grantsburg Pirates girls basketball team suffered a loss on Tuesday, Dec. 20, against Rush City,
Girls basketball/continued sponded with an 18-6 run in the third quarter led by Petznick with six and Caitlyn Olson and Syndey Geisness combining for eight points in the third quarter. “The start of the third quarter was our downfall,” Frederic coach Troy Wink said. “Foul trouble to key players continued to hurt us as well. St. Croix Falls has multiple players that can hurt you.” The Saints finished the night with eight players hitting the scoring column including 11 by Geisness, eight for Olson and four points by Alexis Erickson. Frederic senior Emily Byerly led the Vikings with 11, while junior Kendra Mossey scored 10 and senior Maria Miller added eight points. “Emily Byerly played well with eight rebounds,” Wink added. – Garth Olson
Siren 49, Luck 37 SIREN – The Siren Dragons were able to outlast the Luck Cardinals in Siren on Friday, Dec. 16, winning 49-37 in the West Lakeland Conference contest. The game left lots of injured players on the sidelines, with Cardinal sophomore Camille Marsten going down early with a knee injury, Dragon Abbie Mitchell with an ankle injury, and Dragon Brittany Coulter with a wrist injury later. The game was very physical all along, and while the Dragons never trailed, the Cardinals were never that far off or out of striking distance. But with the deadly outside and 3-point
Luck junior Avery Steen goes up for a shot and gets a foul. – Photo by Greg Marsten
Luck's Jenni Holdt and Siren's Liz Brown battle for a loose ball. – Photo by Greg Marsten shooting of the Dragon girls, the scoreboard was always in Siren’s favor. “Ball security was an issue for us,” Luck head coach Marty Messar stated. “And we know they love to shoot the three balls ... and we still allowed them to get seven threes to fall.” Siren had strong outside shooting from Mackenzie Smith and Carly Good, who had nine and 12 points, respectively. Liz Brown also worked hard inside for the Dragons and added another dozen to the total. Luck junior Avery Steen led all scorers with 18 points, followed by Cardinal Jaimee Buck, who added nine points.
“Jaimee played her best game of the young season,” Messar stated. Also helping the Cards were Jenni Holdt with nine rebounds and Taylor Joy who was strong on the boards all night. Siren held on for the win, 49-37, in spite of less-than-sparkling free-throw performances, which might have made it a more lopsided win. – Greg Marsten
Minn. It was the Pirates second straight loss after starting out the season with two straight wins, but they played a close game against Rush City on Tuesday according to coach Adam Hale. “It was a close game throughout. I thought we did a nice job on defense throughout the game, but our shooting was miserable, and we didn’t execute very well in our half-court offense,” Hale said. Rush City led by one point at the end of all three quarters, but the Pirates couldn’t hang on in the end. Carly Larson had a team-leading 12 points and nine rebounds. Stacey McKenzie and Macy Hanson each added six and Hanson also had five steals.
Turtle Lake 45, Siren 39 TURTLE LAKE – No game stats available at press time.
“Early foul trouble hurt as Maria Miller missed about one-half of the first half, eventually fouled out with four or five minutes left. Good side of the foul situation only had 11 team fouls total, nice to see that number cut down,” said Vikes coach Troy Wink. Frederic was down by eight points at the break and, according to Wink, made a nice run in the second half, cutting the Tigers 10-point lead to just four. The Vikings managed to make a couple of steals but missed a layup on one steal, and then drew a foul on the second steal but missed both free throws. “So that stretch there could’ve led to a lead of one by us, instead they came back hit a shot up six and was really hard to overcome. We need to capitalize on our opportunities especially against good teams, and Rush City is good, 3-0, senior dominant, play a much more physical style of basketball in Minnesota than in Wisconsin … I think it is a good thing for us to go against,” Wink said. The Vikings team made progress in the loss according to Wink, but individually there were pluses too. Carly Gustafson was a workhorse, according to Wink, grabbing nine rebounds and 10 points. “Once again Corissa Schmidt played well, not getting a break all night, led us in scoring with 16 and had eight rebounds,” Wink said. Others scorers included Miller with 11 points, Emily Byerly, six, Kendra Mossey, four, Lauren Domagala, three and Natalie Phernetton, two. – Marty Seeger
Flambeau 62, Siren 40 MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – No game stats available at press time.
Rush City 69, Frederic 51 RUSH CITY, Minn., – The Viking girls basketball team played a solid opponent at Rush City on Thursday, Dec. 15, but lost the physical battle as the Tigers managed to pull away in the fourth quarter.
Mercedes Moody lines up on the free-throw line for Siren during their game against Flambeau at the Target Center. – Photo by Jeanine Moody
Hope Peterson goes up for a layup at the Target Center. – Photo by Mackenzie Erickson
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Red Out Event BALSAM LAKE/ST. CROIX FALLS – The National Honor Societies of St. Croix Falls and Unity High Schools competed in a Red Out Event for the American Heart Association on Friday, Dec. 9. The schools challenged each other in raising funds. Throughout the week they had penny wars, sold T-shirts and candy grams and had daily announcements pertaining to the devastating effects of heart disease.
The week culminated at the doubleheader basketball game. At halftime each school had four boys and four girls compete in a free-throw and three-point shooting contest. Unity took the halftime victory, and the overall competition with the most funds raised. At the end of the week, the schools combined for a total of over $3,000 raised to help the American Heart Association. – submitted
The SCF girls varsity team warmed up in the Red Out Event T-shirts.
Etta Johnston and Jade Baerg from Unity sold T-shirts before the games Friday, Dec. 9, at St. Croix Falls.
Felicia Fisk, a freshman at St. Croix Falls, shot free throws in the halftime competition between Unity and St. Croix Falls Friday, Dec. 9. – Photos submitted
Noah Casterton, a St. Croix Falls junior, warmed up in his Red Out Event T-shirt.
Unity students showed their support in the Red Out Event T-shirts raising money for the American Heart Association.
Blizzard boys stay perfect Shutout at home against Mora by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer SIREN – The Burnett Blizzard boys continued their early domination with a sweeping, 9-0 shutout of Two Rivers Conference foes Mora/Hinckley-Finlayson, Minn., on
Tuesday, Dec. 20, at home in Siren. The Blizzard boys scored seven first-period goals, including two unassisted tallies from Joe Engelhart. Also scoring in the offensive first frame were Bryce Ryan off assists from Matt Larson and Jake Langevin. Jake Swenson made the scoreboard at 4:28 off an assist from Anthony Dietmeier. Aaron Dietmeier score off an Engelhart assist three minutes later, with brother An-
thony Dietmeier scoring three minutes after that, off a helper from Larson. Cody Benedict added to the Mora misery with a goal in the waning minutes of the first period, this time off an Aaron Dietmeier assist. The duo combined a few minutes later for another benedict goal early in the second stanza with additional assist credits to Engelhart. Larson scored the final goal of the contest
at 14:41 in the second period off another Engelhart assist making it 9-0, which stood as the final. Blizzard goalie Thomas Labatt was perfect in the shutout with 35 saves making his goalie percentage an impressive .940 for the early season. The Blizzard boys are back in action on Thursday, Dec. 22, at Siren, hoping to stay undefeated as the take on the Somerset Spartans.
Blizzard girls roll through New Richmond, fall to Chippewa Blizzard 7, New Richmond 1 Chippewa Falls 4, Blizzard 3 by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer NEW RICHMOND – The Burnett Blizzard had little trouble dispatching with hosting New Richmond on Thursday, Dec. 15, sweeping through the Tigers, 7-1. The Blizzard girls scored first with Ashley Dietmeier going in unassisted early. Tiger Paige Cahrland scored their lone tally a few minutes later, but after that titwas all Blizzard, all the time. Samantha O’Brien scored off a Kassie Lien pass six minutes later in the first period, followed by a Lien solo score four minutes after that. She had helpers from
Paige Young and Johanna Lauer. The Blizzard girls added a pair of goals in the second period, first with another Kassie Lien tally at 16:04 off an assist by Brandy Gravelle. Dietmeier got her second score a 10 minutes later, coming off helpers from Taylor Heathman and Gravelle. Dietmeier made it a hat trick in the third period taking a Lauer pass in for a pay dirt. O’Brien got her second goal of the night two minutes later off another Lien pass for the 7-1 final score in a strong win and a very good net performance from goalie Hope Tucker, who made 13 saves in the victory.
Blizzard lose a close contest to Chippewa Falls GRANTSBURG – A flurry of first-period offensive plays meant a close contest all night on Tuesday, Dec. 20, in Grantsburg for the Blizzard girls, who lost a heartbreaker, 4-3 to Chippewa Falls/Menomonie. Johanna Lauer scored first for the Blizzard taking a Wendy Roberts pass in for the first tally of the night. Kassie Lien got a helper, as well. Chippewa Falls countered on a shorthanded score at 5:36 in the first period, but Lien struck back with a goal less than a minute later using a Paige Johnson assist to good effect.
The Blizzard lead didn’t last long, though, as the Chippewa Falls squad countered with a pair of goals to finish the first period taking a 3-2 lead into the second frame. Chippewa Falls stretched that lead to 42 at 14:45 in the second frame, but the Blizzard did not give up and Kassie Lien used a solo goal to make it close at 14:05 in the third period, but they couldn’t get that last goal to tie, giving the visiting Chippewa Falls squad the 4-3 victory. The Blizzard girls host Hudson at Grantsburg on Thursday, Dec. 22, before the holiday break.
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Jenna Curtis takes third in PP&K team championships by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer GREEN BAY –Webster seventh-grader Jenna Curtis competed in the punt, pass and kick team championships at the Don Hudson Center in Green Bay, near historic Lambeau Field on Sunday, Dec. 11. She competed on the morning before the Packers won a decisive 46-16 game against the Raiders, which Jenna was able to watch along with her mom, dad, brother and grandparents. Jenna was doing very well throughout the competition, and was leading the pass and punt categories, until the final kicking event. Despite not getting the kick she wanted, which was kicked a little off course, Jenna still took third place overall, and won some nice prizes including a Packer jersey, a couple of other shirts and hats, and a $50 gift certificate to the Packer Pro Shop. “It was fun, but I was nervous,” Jenna said, and added that she was disappointed in her finish. But she’ll be getting another shot at it next year, when she’ll be competing in the 14-15 age category. Jenna extended gratitude to Webster sixth-grade teacher Doug Plath, who made a helpful donation so Jenna be able to compete in Green Bay. She also extends gratitude to her grandma, who bought Jenna tickets to the game that afternoon. Although Jenna proclaimed herself to
be a Vikings fan, she cheered for the Packers during the game and is 50/50 when it comes to who she likes more. “I still don’t like Aaron Rodgers,” she said. Jenna also got to walk through the Packers tunnel, go on the field during the game
and watch the warm-ups. Winners were also announced before the game, and their photo was put up on the jumbo screen, to complete the experience.
LEFT: Jenna Curtis was shown on the jumbo screen at Lambeau Field prior to the Packers vs. Raiders game on Sunday, Dec. 11. ABOVE: Jenna accepts awards for her third-place finish in the punt, pass and kick competition. – Photos submitted
AREA BOWLING RESULTS Hacker’s Lanes
Sunday Afternoon Youth Games Standings: The North 33, The Dogs 33, The Girls 27, Team Hambone 26.5, Gears of War 25.5, The Bowlers 24.5, Hi There 22.5, The Strikers 16. Boys games: Kyle Hunter (TB) 227, Austin Bruss (HT) 195, Jordan Bazey (TB) 184. Boys series: Kyle Hunter (TB) 642, Austin Bruss (HT) 539, Jordan Bazey (TB) 510. Girls games: Avery Steen (TG) 199, Corissa Schmidt (TG) 193, Lauren Domagala (TG) 177. Girls series: Avery Steen (TG) 472, Corissa Schmidt (TG) 459, Lauren Domagala (TG) 403. Team games: The Girls 569, The Bowlers 521, Gears of War 475. Team series: The Bowlers 1505, The Girls 1334, Gears of War 1289. Monday Afternoon Senior Standings: Hummingbirds 34, Eagles 33, Night Hawks 29, Vultures 25.5, Bears 24, Swans 20, Badgers 19. Men’s games (Handicap): Steve Holt 236, Duane Doolittle 230, Roger Messer 226.
Men’s series (Handicap): Steve Holt 626, Duane Doolittle 609, Tom Johnson 603. Women’s games (Handicap): Marge Traun 233, Mary Young 233, Lila Larson 232. Women’s series (Handicap): Mary Young 591, Pat Bresina 577, Sandy Bannie 573. Team games (Handicap): Vultures 829, Bears 797, Hummingbirds 797. Team series (Handicap): Hummingbirds 2264, Bears 2254, Vultures 2245. Tuesday Classic Standings: Great Northern Outdoors 117.5, House of Wood 107.5, Bottle Shop 101, Yellow Lake Lodge 91, Frandsen Bank & Trust 67, Pioneer Bar 62. Individual games: Dale Frandsen 258, Ed Bitler 230, Gene Ackland 226. Individual series: Dale Frandsen 668, Brett Daeffler 646, Gene Ackland 643. Team games: House of Wood 644, Great Northern Outdoors 634, Pioneer Bar 580. Team series: House of Wood 1781, Great Northern Outdoors 1755, Bottle Shop 1674. Consecutive strikes (5 or more): Dale Frandsen 5x = 258.
Youth state bowling tournament LUCK – Kyle Hunter, Luck, who bowls in the Hacker’s Lanes Sunday Youth League, recently received two certificate of awards from the Wisconsin State USBC Youth Bowling Association. Hunter received the awards for bowling first-place, Division 2 singles event and sec-
Kyle Hunter, along with 11 other bowlers from the Hacker’s Lanes Youth League, is already looking forward to the 2012 Wisconsin State Youth Bowling Tournament which will be held in Green Bay. – Photo submitted
ond-place Division 2 all events at the 2011 Wisconsin State Youth Bowling Tournament. The score for all events is scores from singles, doubles and team event added together. First-place singles gave Hunter a $600 scholarship, and all events gave him a $325 scholarship. – submitted
Games 50 or more above average: Dale Frandsen 258 (+65). Splits converted: 2-7-8: Jason Pearson. 3-10: Chris Olson. Wednesday Nite Early Standings: Cummings Lumber 39, Daeffler’s Quality Meats 32.5, Pioneer Bar 32, Skol Bar 30.5, Lewis Silo 30, Larsen Auto Center 30, A-1 Machine 28, Bye Team 2. Men’s games: Jason Richter (A1) 252, Mike Erickson (PB) 225, Mike Renfroe (SB) 225. Men’s series: Brett Daeffler (DQM) 609, Mike Erickson (PB) 598, Dale Johnson (A1) 598. Team games: A-1 Machine 973, Pioneer Bar 957, Skol Bar 936. Team series: A-1 Machine 2699, Pioneer Bar 2685, Daeffler’s Quality Meats 2674. Thursday Late Standings: Hansen Farms Inc. 37, Fisk Trucking 30, Hog Wild BBQ & Grill 25, Stotz & Company 20. Men’s games: Oliver Baillargeon 258, Jason Klingel 209, Eugene Wynn Sr. 207. Men’s series: Oliver Baillargeon 593, Eugene Wynn Sr. 540, Dale Frandsen 525. Women’s games: Heather Wynn 177. Women’s series: Heather Wynn 509 Team games: Hansen Farms Inc. 979, Hog Wild BBQ & Grill 806, Stotz & Company 794. Team series: Hansen Farms Inc. 2583, Stotz & Company 2361, Hog Wild BBQ & Grill 2319. Friday Night Ladies Standings: Pin Heads 72.5, The Leader 66.5, SKM 62, Pioneer Bar 58, Junque Art 54.5, Meyer’s Plus 54, Frederic Design 44.5. Individual games: Gail Linke 212, Kathy Underwood 202, Mona Renfroe 192. Individual series: Gail Linke 582, Kathy Underwood 530, Mona Renfroe 522. Team games: SKM 706, Pin Heads 604, Pioneer Bar 584. Team series: SKM 1928, Pin Heads 1735, Frederic Design 1635. Games 50 or more above average: Linda O’Donnell and Kathy Underwood. Saturday Night Mixed - 12-3-2011 Standings: Lakers, Rebel Alliance, Hot Shots, Handicaps, Luck-E, Skowl. Men’s games: Mark Bohn 278, 266, Ron Skow 246. Men’s series: Mark Bohn 719, Ron Skow 618, Mike Renfroe 573. Women’s games: Rita Bohn 230, Ramona Renfroe 201, Jackie Peterson 191. Women’s series: Rita Bohn 543, Deb Ingram 542, Linda Giller 511.
Team games: Rebel Alliance 1016, Hot Shots 923, Handicaps 919. Team series: Rebel Alliance 2732, LuckE 2631, Hot Shots 2600. Saturday Night Mixed – 12-17-2011 Standings: Lakers, Rebel Alliance, Hot Shots, Handicaps, Luck-E, Skowl. Men’s games: Ron Skow 237, Anthony Wilson 203, Mike Renfroe 201. Men’s series: Ron Skow 584, Mike Renfroe 570, Anthony Wilson 523. Women’s games: Linda Giller 191, Kathy Java 190, Deb Ingram 187. Women’s series: Rita Bohn 531, Kathy Java 527, Linda Giller 522. Team games: Hot Shots 953, 889, LuckE 887. Team series: Hot Shots 2713, Luck-E 2595, Lakers 2546. Triplicate: Heidi Skow, 140,140,140.
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Thursday Night Ladies Standings: Eagle Valley Bank 51.5, KJ’s 47.5, Bont Chiropractic 45.5, Truhlsen Chiropractic 39.5, Cutting Edge Pro 37, Hack’s Pub 34.5, RiverBank 32.5, Hauge Dental 32. Individual games: Jen Tober 214, Darla Bang 203, Lana McKenzie 202. Individual series: Melanie Erickson 526, Paula Foerst 517, Lana McKenzie 513. Team games (Handicap): Cutting Edge Pro 1088, Bont Chiropractic 1041, Eagle Valley Bank 1002. Team series (Handicap): Eagle Valley Bank 2954, Bont Chiropractic 2927, Cutting Edge Pro 2916.
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Early Birds Standings: Gandy Dancer Saloon 8-0, Yellow River Saloon 5-3, The Tap 3-5, Black & Orange. Individual games: Kay Casey (YRS) 174, Delores Lien (T) 158, Laura Lisdahl (T) and Mary Eifler (GDS) 157. Individual series: Kay Casey (YRS) 437, Mary Eifler (GDS) 408, Joan Java-Hahr (GDS) 398. Team games: Gandy Dancer Saloon 875, Yellow River Saloon 828, The Tap 808. Team series: Gandy Dancer Saloon 2450, The Tap 2374, Yellow River Saloon 2346. Monday Night Men’s Standings: Glass & Mirror Works 35-13, Black & Orange 28-20, Larry’s LP 27-21, Vacant 6-42. Individual games: Curt Phelps (G&MW) 206, Vern Nottom (B&O) 200, Jim Brickle (G&MW) 197. Individual series: Vern Nottom (B&O) 536, Curt Phelps (G&MW) 529, Larry Johnson (L) 528. Team games: Glass & Mirror Works 926, Larry’s LP 912, Black & Orange 902. Team series: Larry’s LP 2676, Black & Orange 2652, Glass & Mirror Works 2630. TNT Standings: Flower Power 4-0, Cashco 31, Larry’s LP 1-3, Vacant 0-4. Individual games: Jennifer Kern (L) 203, Evie Engebretson (FP) 173, Sue Eytcheson (FP) 168. Individual series: Jennifer Kern (L) 528,
Mary Reese (FP) 456, Evie Engebretson (FP) 449. Team games: Flower Power 877, Larry’s LP 826, Cashco 819. Team series: Flower Power 2464, Cashco 2389, Larry’s LP 2380. Wednesday Night Standings: Cashco 37-11 Lions 29-19, Zia Louisa’s 25.5-22.5, Black & Orange 19.5-28.5, Pheasant Inn 18-30, Vacant 840. Individual games: Monte Rinnman (C) 248, Ken Tonsager (ZL) 231, Roger Tollander (C) 204. Individual series: Ken Tonsager (ZL) 573, Monte Rinnman (C) 554, Roger Tollander (C) 543. Team games: Zia Louisa’s 1015, Lions 964, Pheasant Inn 933. Team series: Lions 2839, Zia Louisa’s 2753, Cashco 2684. Games 50 or more above average: Monte Rinnman 248 (+78), and Ken Tonsager 231 (+68). Early Risers Standings: 10th Hole 6-2, Gandy Dancer 5-3, Gayle’s Northwoods Hair Design 4-4, A+ Sanitation 1-7. Individual games: Claudia Peterson (GD) 171, Janice Carlson (GNHD) 168, Pam Dildine (10th) 166. Individual series: Pam Dildine (10th) 433, Claudia Peterson (GD) and Millie Hansen (GNHD) 432. Team games: Gandy Dancer 671, 10th Hole 664, Gayle’s Northwoods Hair Design 659. Team series: Gandy Dancer 1951, 10th Hole 1938, Gayle’s Northwoods Hair Design 1922. Thursday Night Ladies Standings: Dolls w/ Balls 3-1, Webster Motel 3-1, Pour House 1-3, Rollettes 1-3. Individual games: Shaurette Reynolds (DW/B) & Jacquelyn Churchill (DW/B) 171, Christine Arntson (WM) 155, Laura Moose (R) 141. Individual series: Shaurette Reynolds (DW/B) 482, Jacquelyn Churchill (DW/B) 441, Laura Moose (R) 393. Team games: Dolls w/ Balls 665, Webster Motel 659, Pour House 641. Team series: Dolls w/ Balls 1920, Webster Motel 1870, Rollettes 1860.
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Sunday Afternoon Mixed Standings: Spare Us 17, Blind 16, The Pacifiers 10, Redneck Coon Hunters 9, George’s Angels 7, Team Siren 4. Women’s games: “Trouble” Barfknecht 152, Barbara Loomis 134, Austin Otis 124. Women’s series: “Trouble” Barfknecht 384, Ernie Meyer 350, Barbara Loomis 334. Men’s games: Jamie Meir 220, George Nutt 219, Jim Loomis 212. Men’s series: Issac Jewell 578, George Nutt 567, Jim Loomis 561. Team games: Spare Us 401, Redneck Coon Hunters 398, George’s Angels 398. Team series: Spare Us 1160, George’s Angels 1115, Redneck Coon Hunters 1092.
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Holiday hoops Next week’s Webster holiday tourney will be the marquee Christmas vacation sports event in Leader Land. Two Minnesota schools – Hinckley-Finlayson and Pine City – will join Grantsburg and the host Tigers in this event. Whenever the words “holiday THE SPORTS tournament “ are mentioned, some old-timers are brought back to the winter of 1973-74. That was when U.S. President Gerald Ford canceled all Christmas vacation school events nationwide in an effort to conserve the nation’s fuel supply. President Ford’s maneuver occurred during the depths of the Arab oil embargo and caused the Frederic Viking boys to miss out on an opportunity to play in a scheduled holiday tournament (ouch! That hurt). Ford lost the election to Jimmy Carter nearly three years later in a vote that was so close that some suggest that Ford would’ve won had he not deprived Frederic from playing in that tourney.
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Outdoorsman speaks up Yes, that was 1960s Frederic graduate and accomplished sportsman Max Karl who was observed testifying earlier this month in Milwaukee at a hearing relative to legislation which would fast-track the permitting process for the proposed Penokee Range taconite mine near Mellen. With an eye on Wisconsin’s longterm quality of life, Karl obviously voiced opposition to the mine. Spies say Max is an uncle to the six siblings (Hayley, Ryley, Keegan, River, Sage and Calla Karl) who through their success in cross country and track are known collectively as the first family of Leader Land distance running. Center stage at Target Center Reports indicate a nice contingent of Siren fans was on hand in downtown Minneapolis last Saturday afternoon, Dec. 17, to watch the Dragon girls and boys split their respective games with Flambeau (see game accounts elsewhere on these pages). The injury-plagued SHS girls squad couldn’t stay with a strong Flambeau unit which is likely to make a run toward a Division 4 state berth. Meanwhile, Dragon coach Jon Ruud “called off the dogs” at halftime after it appeared his boys could’ve easily run up 100 points on the overmatched Falcons if they’d so chosen. And although it was a long way from downtown Minneapolis, last night’s 53-41 road victory in front of a hostile throng at Drummond did even
LEADER SPORTS SCOREBOARD BOYS BASKETBALL Team Siren Dragons Unity Eagles Grantsburg Pirates Webster Tigers Frederic Vikings Luck Cardinals St. Croix Falls Saints
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more to bolster the ever-growing Dragon confidence (see game account elsewhere on these pages). More Minneapolis anecdotes from Saturday The Voice That was 2008 Siren graduate Adam Daniels who admirably performed public address duties during his alma mater’s games in the Target Center. Daniels is a Dragon hoop legend (and choral singer) who narrowly missed out on the 1,000-point benchmark during his storied career in green and white. Proud pa It is said that fomer Siren hoop great Duane Emery still laces up his sneakers on occasion to dazzle youngsters with some of the shooting and ball-handling abilities which made him a Dragon basketball star way back in the 1970s. Thirtysome odd years later Emery took pride in observing three of his children – Raven Emery, Zoe Emery and MacKenzie Smith – announced in the Dragon girls starting five as they were last weekend at Target Center. With Murdock Smith starting for the Siren boys, that makes enough Emery household members to field a full fiveperson team. But could Duane still handle point guard duties? Coach antics or lack thereof Minnesota Gophers basketball fans remember a day back in 1994 when Northwestern coach Ricky Byrdsong – who was unhappy with his team’s performance – left his bench to mingle with Go-
P O R T S phers fans in the bleachers at Williams Arena instead of coaching his squad. People were concerned at the time that Byrdsong had suffered some sort of mental breakdown. Last Saturday – with his team trailing 48-9 at halftime – Flambeau’s boys coach made the unusual decision to cease guiding his team through the duration of the contest. He didn’t walk into the bleachers a la Byrdsong, but he did sit aloof and disinterested at the far end of the bench as his players appeared to guide and coach themselves. More than one fan in attendance considered the behavior to be quite unusual if not unprecedented. Didn’t like onside kick Some of our Cheesehead friends were disagreeing with Packers coach Mike McCarthy’s decision to call for the onside kick last Sunday when his team still had the two-minute warning and three timeouts to work with. But apparently the mindset of the Green Bay brain trust was that our Pack hadn’t stopped Kansas City all day anyway, so odds were just as slim for a “three and out” at midfield as they were for KC at their own 20. So in McCarthy’s eyes, the onside kick attempt was worth the gamble. In any case, the likes of Paul Warfield, Larry Csonka, Eugene “Mercury” Morris, and the rest of the surviving members of the 17-0 1972 Miami Dolphins can now schedule their annual “perfect season” champagne celebration. Who knows if any team will ever duplicate the feat of the 1972 Dolphins. However, one thing is certain: it won’t be the 2011-12 Green Bay Packers. John Ryan may be reached at
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Scores Thursday, December 15 Braham, Minn., 55, Grantsburg 43 Friday, December 16 Frederic 61, St. Croix Falls 46 Siren 60, Luck 55 Unity 33, Webster 32 Saturday, December 17 Siren 70, Flambeau 38 Tuesday, December 20 Siren 53, Drummond 41 Unity 39, Osceola 33 Amery 51, Webster 32 Upcoming Thursday, December 22 6 p.m. New Auburn at Frederic St. Croix Central at St. Croix Falls 7:30 p.m. Clayton at Luck Siren at Turtle Lake Tuesday, December 27 2 p.m. St. Croix Falls at Glenwood City Tournament 3 p.m. Frederic at Clayton Tournament 5 p.m. Siren at Clayton Tournament Wednesday, December 28 6 p.m. St. Croix Falls at Glenwood City Tournament Thursday, December 29 3 p.m. Frederic at Clayton Tournament 3 p.m. Grantsburg at Webster Tournament Standings Conf. 4-0-0 Scores
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Upcoming Thursday, December 22 7 p.m. Luck/Frederic/Grantsburg at St. Croix Central Wednesday, December 28 8 a.m. Luck/Frederic/Grantsburg at River Falls St. Croix Falls at River Falls Unity at River Falls Thursday, December 29 8 a.m. Luck/Frederic/Grantsburg at River Falls St. Croix Falls at River Falls Unity at River Falls
Team St. Croix Falls Saints Siren Dragons Unity Eagles Grantsburg Pirates Luck Cardinals Webster Tigers Frederic Vikings
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Conf. 3-0 3-0 2-1 1-1 0-2 0-2 0-3
Scores Thursday, December 15 Rush City, Minn., 69, Frederic 51 Friday, December 16 St. Croix Falls 55, Frederic 35 Siren 49, Luck 37 Unity 40, Webster 36 Saturday, December 17 Flambeau 62, Siren 40 Tuesday, December 20 Spooner 58, Webster 18 Unity 48, Cumberland 18 Glenwood City 64, Frederic 54 Rush City, Minn., 42, Grantsburg 34 Turtle Lake 45, Siren 39 Upcoming Thursday, December 22 6 p.m. Clayton at Luck Grantsburg at New Auburn 7:30 p.m. Clear Lake at Frederic Cumberland at St. Croix Falls Thursday, December 29 6 p.m. Grantsburg at Webster Tournament
Overall 4-0 4-3 4-3 2-2 0-3 0-5 2-5
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WSFLGUS Blizzard
Scores Thursday, December 15 Blizzard 7, New Richmond 1 Tuesday, December 20 Chippewa Falls/Menomonie 4, Blizzard 3 Upcoming Thursday, December 22 7 p.m. Hudson at Grantsburg Tuesday, December 27 10 a.m. Superior at Siren Wednesday, December 28 TBD Tournament at Siren
Overall 4-7-0
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Upcoming Thursday, January 5 6:30 p.m. Rush City, Minn., at Grantsburg Friday, January 6 6 p.m. St. Croix Falls at Superior
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A breakout performance of 15-3 last week raised the Swami’s basketball season mark to 34-11 for a 76-percent hoop-season success rate. The Prediction King says he attributes his hot streak to his return to a rhyming format. “Poetry brings me into an enlightened, Zen-like zone,” he said early Wednesday while filleting a washtub full of bluegills. Girls games
St. Croix Falls 53, Cumberland 30 – The Saints win so easily that they barely perspire. Surely this game won’t go down to the wire. Boys games
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Frederic 49, Clear Lake 47 – Come on Vikes, get back in the groove. Now is the time to make your move. Grantsburg 55, New Auburn 39 – An easy win waits at the end of this journey. A nice little tune-up before next week’s tourney. Luck 50, Clayton 44 – The Cards finally grab the season’s first win. Coach Messar flashes a victory grin.
Siren 73, Turtle Lake 48 – The Dragons roll on with a confident swagger. Just before halftime fans hear: “There is your dagger!” Frederic 56, New Auburn 54 – Since the Trojans now sit at the top of their heap, this upset victory is a nice Vikings leap. Clayton 43, Luck 34 – Expect a tight battle when these titans clash, causing some nervous fans to break out in a rash. St. Croix Falls 44, St. Croix Central 42 – If you expect a clinic you’re in the wrong gym. Still, the Saints earn the win though the margin is slim. Siren 80, Spring Valley 55 – ‘Twas two days after Christmas and all through the school, no team can come close since the Dragons now rule. Clayton 50, Frederic 35 – You better watch out, you better not cry. Clayton will win, though the Vikings sure try.
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ATVs • BIRDING • BOATING • CAMPING • FISHING • HIKING • HUNTING • RECREATIONAL VEHICLES
Last out before ice up SIREN – Not long before the ice locked up lakes in late autumn, Len Carlstrom of Siren and fishing partner Dave Jahnsen took in a little musky and pike fishing on a northern border lake. While the musky fishing had been difficult, the anglers stopped by a few northern pike fishing spots, and hauled in two dandy pike at the same time, with the largest fish measuring nearly 44 inches. Both were trolling deep using large crankbaits, and Carlstrom’s fish was
caught on a Cisco Kid. Both fish were released just before dusk. Earlier that day, the anglers spotted a nice buck swimming out in the middle of the main part of the lake they were fishing. They snapped a quick photo just a few feet away before motoring off to a different fishing spot. Interestingly, Carlstrom noted that they met up with a deer hunter at the boat landing at the end of the day. – Marty Seeger with submitted information
Dave Jahnsen and Len Carlstrom of Siren hoist up a pair of nice pike they caught in late autumn. – Photos submitted
A nice buck cruises out in the open water during a recent trip to a border lake by local anglers.
Farmer facing criminal charge for killing bear
Two-day trial set for early February by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – The Polk County Court system will decide if Turtle Lake farmer Don Sundvall was justified in killing a bear that raided his calf hutches during the early-morning hours of Sunday, July 10. Sundvall is being charged with possession of bear during the closed season after shooting a bear that killed two of his calves. He contacted the Polk County Sheriff’s Department and area game wardens to report the incident, but became frustrated in their response time and ended up taking matters into his own hands. Sundvall claims he and hired man Mike Rouzer caught the bear feeding on a dead calf in a cornfield not far from his barn, and as the large bruin lumbered away, Sundvall took two shots at the bear, hitting it both times and killing it at a distance of over 400 yards. Sundvall
says he was protecting his property, and preventing another attack. The DNR claims that if a bear is in the act of killing or harming an animal, pet or for personal safety, people can defend themselves or their property, but Sundvall should have given the department more time to respond. They also say that it’s not logical or reasonable to kill an animal just because it’s there and that the threat was deemed over when Sundvall called to report the incident. The misdemeanor carries a fine no less than $1,000 and no more than $2,000 according to the criminal complaint and could result in revocation of hunting and fishing privileges for up to three years. Sundvall said that he was never written a ticket at the time, but Warden Phil Dorn confiscated his rifle when he arrived early that afternoon. The charges were eventually filed in mid-November, and Sundvall pleaded not guilty during a hearing on Dec. 5. The two-day trial is set for Feb. 7-8, 2012. The article, Bear kills calves, farmer takes action, was printed in the Aug. 3 issue of the Inter-County Leader.
Governor’s Fishing Opener coming to Washburn County Last opener in Washburn County was held in 2006 by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer WASHBURN COUNTY – Washburn County will help kick off the 2012 Wisconsin fishing season when they host the 47th-annual Governor’s Fishing Opener on opening weekend, May 4-6. The opener is set to take place on the Trego
Flowage, which is located in the Spooner and Trego area. The last time a governor’s opener was held in Washburn County was in 2006, also on Trego Flowage, which hosted nearly 150 anglers. Although fishing is a big part of the event, its main purpose is to promote tourism in the region and the surrounding communities. Those registering for the event are media, business and the state government, who help promote the area businesses, scenic splendor and the people in the community. The Governor’s Fishing Opener was also held on Lake Wapogasset in Polk
Get outside at Crex Meadows Wildlife Area GRANTSBURG – People tend to want to stay inside on these short winter days. Some animals stay outside, but now it’s your turn to get outside too! The public is invited to at Crex Meadows Wildlife Area for some outdoor fun this winter. Saturday, Jan. 7, starts a once-a-month snowshoe hike. Meet at the visitor center at 1 p.m. and hike in the snow, discovering the mysteries of snowflakes with volunteer Dale Bohlke. Cost is $5; please register as space is limited. If you do not have snowshoes, they will be available to rent for $5. A Carnivore Tracking and Wolf Ecology Workshop will be held Saturday, Jan. 14, beginning at 9 a.m. Learn tracking skills, including sign identification, understanding footprints and interpreting gait. The workshop begins with classroom lectures about large and medium carnivore track identification and basic wolf ecology and behavior, followed by outdoor field training. The workshop is free, but requires preregistration. February continues outdoor adven-
ture with a Candlelight Night on Saturday, Feb. 4, from 6 to 8 p.m. Enjoy a peaceful evening walk, snowshoe, or cross-country ski on the trail behind Crex Meadows Visitor Center. Warm up inside with hot chocolate and baked goods. Snowshoes will be available on a first come, first served basis. Keep your snowshoes handy for an interpretive snowshoe hike on Saturday, Feb. 11, beginning at 1 p.m. Meet at the visitor center and head out onto a trail to find out ways animals stay warm in the winter. Cost is $5; please register as space is limited. If you do not have snowshoes, they will be available to rent. These are just a few of the happenings this 2012 winter. For more information and registration for events and programs, call Crex Meadows Visitor Center at 715-463-2739. – submitted
County in 2008 and was attended by former Gov. James Doyle. In 2009, it was held on the Chippewa Flowage in Sawyer County, followed by Lake Arbutus in Jackson County and Lake Wissota in Chippewa County last year, which was a first for current governor, Scott Walker, who is also invited, and will likely attend as well. Wisconsin Indian Head Country, Inc., which annually coordinates and hosts the Governor’s Fishing Opener, is working with the Washburn County Tourism Association to be the host destination for the event and is actively looking for sponsors
for the event. Sponsorships include goodie bag items, silent auction items, Tshirt sponsors and meal sponsors, according to a letter currently being circulated to Washburn County business owners. For more information contact the Wisconsin Indian Head Country, Inc., at 800-8266966. Or the Washburn County Tourism Association at 800-367-3306. Former Gov. Warren Knowles started the Governor’s Fishing Opener in 1965 to mark the official start of the state’s gamefishing season.
Winter aeration on county lakes creates open water BARRON – Several lakes in Barron, Burnett, Polk and Washburn counties will have sections of open water resulting from aeration systems used to sustain aquatic life, according to the Department of Natural Resources. The systems are operated by governmental units or lake groups and cause areas on the lakes to remain ice-free. “These systems,” said Brian Spangler, DNR fisheries technician, “add oxygen to the water all winter and help prevent winterkill of fish and other organisms.” Snowmobilers, anglers and other lake users should use caution on these lakes because of open water. The open water areas, as required by state statue, must be clearly marked – DANGER – OPEN WATER, WARNING – ICE HOLES or DANGER – THIN ICE – and cordoned off using fence posts connected by rope with reflective tape or reflectors. The “fencing” must be at least 30 inches from the surface and no more than 54 inches high.
Lakes with public access that have aeration systems include: • Chain (Twin) Lake, Desair Lake, Kirby Lake, Prairie Lake and Staples Lake in Barron County. • Green, Point and West Elbow lakes in Burnett County. • Antler Lake, Bass Lake (Town of McKinley), Coon Lake, Diamond Lake, Ice House Lake, Camilia Lake, King Lake, Largon Lake, Little Butternut Lake, Lotus (East) Lake, McKeith Lake, South Twin Lake and Vincent Lake in Polk County. • Little Long in the Town of Bashaw, Spring Lake in the Town of Stone Lake, Camp Lake, Ike Walton Pond in the Town of Chicog, and Priceless Pond in the Town of Madge in Washburn County. DNR officials note that modifications are being made to the aeration system on the north end of Barron County’s Prairie Lake to accommodate relocation of a bog island and extra caution should be taken. – from the DNR
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Polk County circuit court continued
Burnett County sheriff's report
(Dec. 14, 21, 28) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF SHIRLEY ANNE ELSTAD-CALHOUN Amended Order Setting Time to Hear Petition for Administration and Deadline for Filing Claims (Formal Administration) Case No. 11 PR 70 A petition for formal administration was filed. THE COURT FINDS: The decedent, with date of birth August 11, 1937, and date of death June 15, 2011, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 309 Hilltop Ave., Balsam Lake, WI 54810. THE COURT ORDERS: 1. The petition be heard at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Br. 2, before Circuit Court Judge Jeffery L. Anderson on January 20, 2012, at 4 p.m. You do not need to appear unless you object. The petition may be granted if there is no objection. 2. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is March 12, 2012. 3. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500. 4. Heirship will be determined at the hearing on petition for final judgment. 5. Publication of this notice is notice to any persons whose names or addresses are unknown. If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call 715485-9299 at least 10 working days prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provide transportation. BY THE COURT: Jeffery L. Anderson Circuit Court Judge December 9, 2011 Brian D. Byrnes Byrnes Law Office LLC 314 Keller Ave. N. Amery, WI 54001 715-268-5000 Bar Number: 1032419
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Other incidents Dec. 13: Beverly B. Richmond, Fort Meyer, Fla., reported two chain saws and a gas can with gas taken from her property. Dec. 13: Sheldon A. Olsesn, Webster, reported, a stereo damaged in a truck. It is believed that someone unsuccessfully attempted to take the stereo. Dec. 16: Daniel A. Chardbonneau, Savage, Minn., reported a pontoon, a wood splitter and three chain saws taken from his cabin.
(Nov. 16, 23, 30, Dec. 7, 14, 21) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY ANCHORBANK, FSB Vs
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CYNTHIA K. ANDERSON, et al Defendant(s) Case Number: 11 CV 205 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on June 30, 2011, in the amount of $171,925.93, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: January 4, 2012, at 10 a.m. TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin. DESCRIPTION: Parcel 1: Lot 11 of Certified Survey Map No. 717, recorded in Volume 3 of Certified Survey Maps on page 209 as Document Number 399750, located in the Southeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 33, Township 34 North of Range 18 West, Town of St. Croix Falls, Polk County, Wis. Parcel 2: Together with an easement along the 66-ft. access easement as shown on Certified Survey Map No. 379 recorded in Volume 2, page 108. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1274 211th Street, St. Croix Falls, WI 54024. TAX KEY NO.: 044-00891-1100. Dated this 11th day of October, 2011. Peter M. Johnson Sheriff of Polk County Russell J. Karnes State Bar #1054982 Blommer Peterman, S.C. 165 Bishops Way Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for the purpose. 278407
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(Dec. 14, 21, 28, Jan. 4, 11, 18) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT BRANCH 1 POLK COUNTY COMMUNITY RESOURCE BANK, f/k/a COMMUNITY NATIONAL BANK, Plaintiff, vs. RICHARD M. LEROUX JR. and TERI L. NORD, n/k/a TERI L. LEROUX, Defendants Case No. 11 CV 344 Foreclosure of Mortgage (30404) NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure and sale entered in the above-entitled action on the 19th day of July, 2011, the undersigned Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell at public auction in the foyer of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, on the 29th day of February 2012, at 10 a.m., the real estate and premises directed by said judgment to be sold and therein described as follows: Lot One (1) of Certified Survey Map No. 1041 recorded in Volume 5 of Certified Survey Maps on page 31 as Document No. 428331, located in part of Government Lot Three (3) of Section Twenty-Seven (27), Township Thirty-Three (33) North of Range Eighteen (18) West; Town of Osceola in Polk County, Wisconsin. Tax Parcel No.: 042-00641-0000. Street Address: 2051 75th Avenue, Osceola, Wisconsin. Terms of Sale: Cash. Down Payment: Ten percent (10%) of the amount bid in cash, cashier’s check or by certified funds with bid; balance within ten (10) days after confirmation of sale. The buyer will pay the applicable Wisconsin real estate transfer fee. DATED this 22nd day of November, 2011. Peter Johnson, Sheriff Polk County, Wisconsin Stellpflug Law, S.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff By: Christina L. Peterson State Bar Member No. 1045760 444 Reid Street, Ste. 200 De Pere, WI 54115 Phone: (920) 336-5766
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Accidents Dec. 10: Constantin Dulgher, 26, Frederic, was southbound on Hwy. 87 in the Town of Anderson when he lost control of his vehicle, hit a guardrail and entered the northbound lane. Northbound Norman G. Flodin, 69, Milltown, was unable to avoid that accident. Both drivers were transported to the hospital for possible injuries. Speed and alcohol were contributing factors in the accident. Dulgher was issued five citations. Dec. 12: A semitractor loaded with straw overturned on South Williams Road in the Town of Wood River. The driver missed a driveway in the fog and was backing the rig up when the trailer got stuck on the soft shoul-
speeding, not guilty plea. Debra D. Gonau, Oakdale, Minn., speeding, $175.30. Brent M. Gorham, Brooklyn Park, Minn., speeding, $225.70. Michelle M. Handy, Centuria, nonregistration of auto, $175.30; operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50; failure to dim headlamp, $162.70. Carl R. Hanson, St. Paul, Minn., speeding, $175.30. Samantha L. Hart, Luck, knowling operating while revoked, $200.50. Heather A. Heacock, Amery, speeding, $175.30. Lowell R. Himlie, Junction City, nonregistration of auto, $175.30. Caleb D. Johnson, Maple Grove, Minn., fish without license, $192.70. Melissa M. Johnson, Centuria, speeding, $175.30. Richard M. Johnson, Almena, speeding, $175.30. Ryan J. Johnson, Osceola, hunt deer/bear after hours, not guilty plea. Constance B. Kastens,
Osceola, speeding, $175.30. Daniel S. Kiser, Milltown, speeding, $175.30. Mary R. Knutson, Vadnais Heights, Minn., speeding, $175.30. Andrew W. Koenig, Turtle Lake, speeding, $175.30. Tracy K. Kompelien, Minneapolis, Minn., speeding, $175.30. Maria K. Konat, Minneapolis, Minn., speeding, $175.30.
NOTICE
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The Monthly Board Meeting Will Be Held Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2011, At 7:30 p.m., At The Cushing Community Center Agenda: Clerk’s report, treasurer’s report, subdivision request for Sylvester’s, audit charity books, pay bills & review correspondence. 551742 Patsy Gustafson, Town Clerk 18L
Village of Siren Thursday, January 5, 2012, 2 p.m. Village Office 24049 First Avenue, Siren, Wisconsin Notice is hereby given to the electors of the Village of Siren that a caucus will be held on Thursday, January 5, 2012, at 2 p.m. at Village Hall for the purpose of placing in nomination candidates for the following offices to be voted on at a spring election to be held on April 3, 2012: Three (3) Village Trustees to succeed Dave Doty Sr., Phyllis Kopecky & Rudy Mothes whose terms expire. Ann L. Peterson Clerk/Treasurer, Village of Siren 551550 18L WNAXLP
NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Case Number: 09 CV 917 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on Feb. 12, 2010, in the amount of $120,398.51 the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: Jan. 5, 2012, at 10 a.m. TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin DESCRIPTION: PARCEL 1: LOT 9, PLAT OF JENSON’S BUTTERNUT ACRES, VILLAGE OF LUCK, POLK COUNTY, WIS. PARCEL 2: A NONEXCLUSIVE EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS AND LAKE ACCESS OVER THE EAST 24 FEET OF LOT 23, PLAT OF JENSON’S BUTTERNUT ACRES. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1514 Lake Avenue, Luck, WI 54853 TAX KEY: 146-00413-0000 Dated this 7th day of November, 2011 Peter M. Johnson Sheriff of Polk County Scott D. Nabke State Bar #1037979 Blommer Peterman, S.C. 165 Bishops Way Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for the purpose. 279692 549635 WNAXLP
Danielle S. Lowe, Luck, operating while revoked, $200.50. Dianne C. Lueder, Lake Nebagamon, speeding, $175.30. Randy L. Lunde, St. Croix Falls, speeding, $175.30. Margaret S. McQuillan, Lino Lakes, Minn., speeding, $200.50. David S. Meissner, Marshfield, speeding, $200.50. Jonathon Merrill, Town of M. Trade LakeLuck, operating while suspended, $200.50; failure to notify police of CDL required accident, $263.50. Lawrence F. Meyer, St. Paul, Send applications or resumes to Minn., speeding, $225.70.
PART-TIME HELP WANTED Snow Removal Town of Trade Lake
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(Nov. 16, 23, 30, Dec. 7, 14, 21) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY LITTON LOAN SERVICING, LLC AS SERVICER FOR THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATE HOLDERS OF CWALT, INC. ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 200319CB Plaintiff Vs. ALLAN L. OPITZ, et al. Defendant(s)
Rudolph J. Konecny, St. Croix Falls, dog at large, $100.00. Tom Lee, St. Paul, Minn., speeding, $200.50. Kevin G. Lenk, Amery, speeding, $114.50. Daniel I. Livingston, Centuria, failure to notify police of accident, operating while suspended, not guilty pleas. Joseph T. Loken, Luck, passing in no-passing zone, $213.10.
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(Dec. 14, 21, 28, Jan. 4, 11, 18) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY ANCHORBANK, FSB Plaintiff vs. DAVID E. MAGSAM, et al Defendant(s) Case Number: 11 CV 50 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on July 27, 2011, in the amount of $44,233.62, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: February 2, 2012, at 10 a.m. TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin. DESCRIPTION: A parcel of land described as follows: Beginning at a point 16 feet South and 50 feet East of the Southwest corner of Lot 13, Block 1, Third Addition to City of Amery; thence South 150 feet; thence East 50 feet; thence North 150 feet; thence West to place of beginning, being part or Government Lot 1, Section 33, Township 33 North, Range 16 West, City of Amery, Polk County, Wisconsin. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 217 Warren St., Amery, WI 54001. TAX KEY NO.: 201-01054-0000. Dated this 5th day of December, 2011. Peter M. Johnson Sheriff of Polk County Scott D. Nabke State Bar #1037979 Blommer Peterman, S.C. 165 Bishops Way Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommer peterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for the purpose. 280686
(Nov. 30, Dec. 7, 14, 21, 28, Jan. 4) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY JP MORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff vs. TERRY MICHAEL MORTON, et al. Defendants Case No. 11 CV 202 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on June 21, 2011, in the amount of $801,756.66, the Polk County Sheriff will sell the premises described below at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: January 11, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens, encumbrances, and payment of applicable transfer taxes. PLACE: In the lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, located at 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. 54810. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: That part of Government Lot 6, of Section 35, Township 35 North of Range 17 West, described as follows: Commencing at a stone monument 1,003.9 feet South and 50.0 feet East of the meander corner on the shore of Balsam Lake on the West line of the Northwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 35, Township 35 North, Range 17 West; thence East 334.0 feet to the meander line on the shore of Balsam Lake; thence along said shore meander North 8 deg. 00’ East 143.0 feet; thence North 15 deg. 25’ West 339.0 feet; thence South 200.0 feet to the place of beginning. Said land being in the Town of Milltown, County of Polk and State of Wis. ADDRESS: 1860 140th Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810. TAX KEY NO: 040-01213-0000. Dated this 31st day of October, 2011. Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Cummisford, Acevedo & Associates, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff Mark R. Cummisford State Bar #1034906 6508 South 27th Street, Ste. #6 Oak Creek, WI 53154 414-761-1700 Cummisford, Acevedo & Associates, LLC, is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
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PUBLIC NOTICE VILLAGE OF WEBSTER WINTER PARKING RESTRICTIONS VILLAGE ORDINANCE SEC. 8-1-3C No person shall park any vehicle, emergency vehicles excluded, on any street in the Village of Webster between the hours of 2 a.m. and 10 a.m. on any day between November 1 and the following April 1, unless streets have been cleared of snow, except upon permission granted each day by the Village Police Department upon daily application thereto. Unless otherwise posted. Michael J. Spafford, Police Chief 551724 18L WNAXLP Village of Webster
NURSING
Certified Nursing Assistant
Full- and part-time openings on nights. Health insurance, life insurance, dental benefits, 401(k) match for full-time employees working more than 60 hours per two-week pay period. Please contact Jennie Klassa, RN, Director of Nursing.
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Polk County marriage licenses Hillary L. Peterson, St. Croix Falls, and Keith J. Anderson, St. Croix Falls, issued Dec. 12, 2011.
Susan S. Welsch, Maple Grove, Minn., and Jonathan L. Shannon, Maple Grove, Minn., issued Dec. 14, 2011.
Burnett County deaths Richard W. Fremont, 91, Town of Siren, died Dec. 3, 2011.
Application for Retail Class A Beer & License to sell fermented malt beverages. To the Village Board, Village of Siren, Burnett County, Wis. The undersigned: Dolgencorp LLC d/b/a Dollar General Store #13173 Kurt Plamann, Agent 24199 State Road 35/70 Siren, WI 54872 With premises described as 8,262-square-foot single-story, stand-alone building located at 24199 State Road 35/70. Hereby makes application for Retail Class A Beer License for the sale of fermented malt beverages to be used from January 5, 2012, to June 30, 2012. Ann L. Peterson 551557 18L Village Clerk WNAXLP (Dec. 14, 21, 28) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY CIVIL DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. 5401 N. BEACH STREET FT. WORTH, TX 76137 Plaintiff Vs. LURA E. YOUNG 404 SEMINOLE AVE. OSCEOLA, WI 54020 UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF LURA E. YOUNG 404 SEMINOLE AVE. OSCEOLA, WI 54020 CURRENT OCCUPANTS OF 2453 STATE ROAD 35 LUCK, WI 54853 Defendant PUBLICATION SUMMONS Case No. 11 CV 626 Judge Jeffery L. Anderson Case Code No. 30404 THE STATE OF WISCONSIN To each person named above as Defendant: You are hereby notified that the plaintiff named above has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you. Within 40 days after December 14, 2011, you must respond with a written demand for a copy of the complaint. The demand must be sent or delivered to the court, whose address is Lois Hoff, Clerk of Courts, Polk County Courthouse, 1005 West Main Street, Suite 300, P.O. Box 549, Balsam Lake, WI 54810 and to Adam C. Lueck, Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, Plaintiff’s attorney, whose address is 230 W. Monroe St., Chicago, IL 60606. You may have an attorney help represent you. If you do not demand a copy of the complaint within 40 days, the court may grant judgment against you for the award of money or other legal action requested in the complaint, and you may lose your right to object to anything that is or may be incorrect in the complaint. A judgment may be enforced as provided by law. A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate you own now or in the future and may also be enforced by garnishment or seizure of property. Johnson, Blumberg & Associations, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff Adam C. Lueck State Bar No. 1081386 230 W. Monroe Street, Ste. 1125 Chicago, Illinois 60606 Ph.: 312-541-9710 Fax: 312-541-9711 Dated: December 7, 2011 Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (15 U.S.C. Section 1692), we are required to state that we are attempting to collect a debt on our client’s behalf and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose.
(Nov. 16, 23, 30, Dec. 7, 14, 21) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY ONEWEST BANK, FSB Plaintiff Vs JOLEEN RENEE FUNK, et al Defendant(s) Case Number: 11 CV 464 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on September 16, 2011, in the amount of $369,215.39, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: January 3, 2012, at 10 a.m. TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Lot Two (2) of Certified Survey Map 3231 recorded in volume 14 page 253 as Document No. 604680 and further located in part of the Southwest quarter of the Southwest quarter of Section 32, Township 33 North, Range 18 West, together with a 30 foot wide access easement as described in Volume 829, Page 739 of Deeds, Town of Osceola, Polk County, Wis. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2274 60th Avenue, Osceola, WI 54020. TAX KEY NO.: 042-00805-0120. Dated this 25th day of October, 2011. Peter M. Johnson Sheriff of Polk County Dustin A. McMahon State Bar #1086857 Blommer Peterman, S.C. 165 Bishops Way Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for the purpose. 279097
(Dec. 14, 21, 28, Jan. 4, 11, 18) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY ANCHORBANK, FSB Plaintiff vs. FRANK T. KATZELE, et al Defendant(s) Case Number: 10 CV 631 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on July 14, 2011, in the amount of $102,295.58, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: February 2, 2012, at 10 a.m. TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin. DESCRIPTION: Lots 17, 18, 19, 20, 21 and 22, Block 32, Original Plat of the City (formerly Village) of St. Croix Falls, according to the Original Plat thereof on file in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Polk County, Wisconsin. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 128 South River Street, Saint Croix Falls, WI 54024. TAX KEY NO.: 281-00624-0000; 281-00625-0000; 281-006260000. Dated this 2nd December, 2011.
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(Dec. 21, 28, Jan. 4, 11, 18, 25) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff vs. RAYMOND SCHULLER, et al. Defendants Case No. 08 CV 668 Hon. Molly E Galewyrick, Br. 1 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on December 8, 2008, in the amount of $222,063.60, the Polk County Sheriff will sell the premises described below at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: February 1, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens, encumbrances, and payment of applicable transfer taxes. PLACE: In the Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, located at 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, 54810. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: Lot 3 of CSM No. 3931 recorded in Volume 17 of CSM, Page 194, as Document No. 644993, Located in part of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4, Section 1, Township 32 North, Range 19 West, Said land being in the Town of Farmington, Polk County, Wisconsin. ADDRESS: 2483 50th Avenue, Osceola, WI 54020. TAX KEY NO: 022-00028-0300. Dated this 15th day of December 2011. Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Cummisford, Acevedo & Associates, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff Mark R. Cummisford State Bar # 1034906 6508 South 27th Street, Ste. #6 Oak Creek, WI 53154 414-761-1700 Cummisford, Acevedo & Associates, LLC is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
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(Dec. 14, 21, 28, Jan. 4, 11, 18) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, L.P. Plaintiff vs. JACOB M. TIMM, et al Defendant(s) Case Number: 10 CV 957 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on June 16, 2011, in the amount of $151,818.78, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: Feb. 2, 2012, at 10 a.m. TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin. DESCRIPTION: That part of the Southwest 1/4 Northeast 1/4 of Section 27, Township 32 North, Range 16 West, described as follows: Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 5400 recorded in Volume 24 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 85, as Document No. 731166. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 154 85th Street, Clear Lake, WI 54005. TAX KEY NO.: 010-00685-0000. Dated this 1st day of Dec., 2011. Peter M. Johnson Sheriff of Polk County Scott D. Nabke State Bar #1037979 Blommer Peterman, S.C. 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for the purpose. 280632
(Dec. 14, 21, 28, Jan. 4, 11, 18) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY U.S. BANK, NA as Successor Trustee to Wachovia Bank, NA fka First Union National Bank as Trustee for Long Beach Mortgage Loan Trust 2000-1 Plaintiff Vs. BRIAN M. LAWRENCE, et al Defendants Case No. 10 CV 239 Hon. Robert H. Rasmussen, Br. 2 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on June 1, 2010, in the amount of $66,504.54, the Polk County Sheriff will sell the premises described below at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: January 25, 2012, at 10 a.m. TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens, encumbrances, and payment of applicable transfer taxes. PLACE: In the Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, located at 1005 West Main St., Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, 54810. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: The East 210 feet of the North 1,000 feet of the West 1/2 of the West 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4, Section 21, Township 36 North of Range 20 West, Town of Sterling, Polk County, Wisconsin. ADDRESS: 3340 Evergreen Ave., Grantsburg, WI 54840. TAX KEY NO: 046-01281-0000. Dated this 30th day of November 2011. Peter M. Johnson, Polk County Sheriff Cummisford, Acevedo & Associates, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff Mark R. Cummisford State Bar #1034906 6508 South 27th Street, Suite #6 Oak Creek, WI 53154 414-761-1700 Cumminsford, Acevedo & Associates, LLC is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 551231
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(Dec. 21, 28, Jan. 4) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF NANCY A. LARSON Notice Setting Time to Hear Application and Deadline for Filing Claims (Informal Administration) Case No. 11 PR 83 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth April 21, 1937, and date of death November 16, 2011, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 812 South Second Street, Apt. 6, Luck, WI 54853. 3. The application will be heard at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 600, before Jenell L. Anderson, Probate Registrar, on January 13, 2012, at 8:30 a.m. You do not need to appear unless you object. The application may be granted if there is no objection. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is March 20, 2012. 5. A claim may be filed at the Office of Register in Probate, Polk County Courthouse, 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 600. 6. This publication is notice to any persons whose names or addresses are unknown. Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar December 15, 2011 Steven J. Swanson Attorney at Law P.O. Box 609 St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 715-483-3787 Bar Number: 1003029
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Polk County is declaring December 31, 2011, as the last day that Polk County wildlife crop damage assessments can be requested for the 2011 crop year under Wisconsin’s Wildlife Damage Abatement and Claims Program. This date is based on the County’s policy for crop damage claim payments on late harvested crops. The policy states: All wildlife damage claims on row crops filed after 90% of the County’s harvest for that crop has been completed, will be denied. Anyone seeking additional program information may contact Cindy at the Tri County Wildlife Damage Program office at 715349-2186. 551823 18-19L WNAXLP
GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENT LUCK, WIS.
The Village of Luck seeks a Golf Course Superintendent. This is a full-time, seasonal position. Responsible for the day-to-day care of the golf course grounds, including pesticide application, irigation programming and repair, course improvement projects, course, building, and equipment maintenance; and supervision of grounds crew. Minimum requirements include a valid driver’s license with good driving record, two years’ golf course maintenance experience, and two years’ supervisory experience. Must have Wisconsin Pesticide Applicator’s License or the ability to obtain within three months. Starting salary is DOQ. Some weekend work required. Job description available by contacting Village Hall at 715-472-2221. Deadline to submit a cover letter and resume is by noon on Friday, January 6, 2012. Submit materials to the Village Administrator at P.O. Box 315, Luck, WI 54853 or volkristina@lakeland.ws The Village of Luck is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 551727 18L 8a
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NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on November 16, 2011, in the amount of $241,417.21, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: January 26, 2012, at 10:00 o’clock a.m. TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or certified funds at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. 3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center located at 1005 West Main St., Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: A parcel of land in Outlot Eighteen (18) of the Outlot Plat of the Village of Osceola described as follows, to-wit: Commencing at a point on the North line of Jefferson Street 40 feet Southeasterly of the Southeast corner of Outlot 19 of the Outlot Plat of the Village of Osceola; thence North 36 degrees 00’ East a distance of 277.0 feet; thence South 62 degrees 41’ East 151.7 feet; thence Southwesterly a distance of 290 feet to a point on the North line of Jefferson Street which is 153 feet Southeasterly of the point of beginning; thence Northwesterly along the North line of Jeffereson Street a distance of 153 feet to the point of beginning; Except as described in Volume 239 of Deeds at page 628, as document No. 302655, all in the Village of Osceola, Polk County, Wis. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 305 9th Avenue, Village of Osceola. TAX KEY NO.: 165-00363-0000 Peter M. Johnson Sheriff of Polk County, WI O’DESS AND ASSOCIATES, S.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 1414 Underwood Avenue Suite 403 Wauwatosa, WI 53213 414-727-1591
O’Dess and Associates, S.C., is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If you have previsouly received a Chapter 7 Discharge in Bankruptcy, this correspondence should not be construced as an attempt to collect a debt.
POLK COUNTY POSITION ANNOUNCEMENTS
CNA ** $13.42/hr. Golden Age Manor Part time 10:30 p.m. - 6:30 a.m. Deadline to apply: January 2, 2012 YOU MUST COMPLETE OUR POLK COUNTY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION TO BE ELIGIBLE. For applications, complete job description & qualifications, please visit our Web site at www.co.polk.wi.us, Job Opportunities, or in person at 100 Polk County Plaza, #229, Balsam Lake, WI, 715-485-9176. **Please mail C.N.A. applications directly to GAM, 220 Scholl Ct., Amery, WI, 551804 18L 715-268-7107. Please, no faxed applications. AA/EEOC
BURNETT COUNTY
Burnett County is declaring December 31, 2011, as the last day that Burnett County wildlife crop damage assessments can be requested for the 2011 crop year under Wisconsin’s Wildlife Damage Abatement and Claims Program. This date is based on the County’s policy for crop damage claim payments on late harvested crops. The policy states: All wildlife damage claims on row crops filed after 90% of the County’s harvest for that crop has been completed, will be denied. Anyone seeking additional program information may contact Cindy at the Tri County Wildlife Damage Program office at 715349-2186. 551353 17-18L WNAXLP
INVITATION TO BID ON HERBICIDE TREATMENT OF CURLY LEAF PONDWEED IN BONE LAKE For The Year 2012
To obtain bid form and pertinent information on invasive plant treatment by the Bone Lake Management District, contact Harmony Environmental. Submit bids by January 23, 2012, for consideration by the Bone Lake Management District. Address: Harmony Environmental 516 Keller Ave. S. Amery, WI 54001 Contact: Cheryl Clemens 551556 18L WNAXLP 715-268-9992
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(Nov. 16, 23, 30, Dec. 7, 14, 21) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY ANCHORBANK, FSB Plaintiff Vs DONALD R. JOHNSON, et al Defendant(s) Case Number: 10 CV 938 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on June 30, 2011, in the amount of $82,911.13, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: January 4, 2012, at 10 a.m. TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin. DESCRIPTION: Part of Government Lot 5, Section 3, Township 34 North, Range 17 West, and Lot 1 of Plat of Pine Crest Park, described as follows: a strip of land of uniform width of 60 feet lying West of and adjacent to the East line of said Lot 1 of Plat of Pine Crest Park and lying between the shores of Balsam Lake and the South boundary of said Plat of Pine Crest Park, Village of Balsam Lake, Polk County, Wis.; and a part of Government Lot 5, Section 3, Township 34 North, Range 17 West, and of Lot 1, Plat of Pine Crest Park, as particularly described In Volume 402 of Records, page 529 Document Number 382066. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 106 Pine Crest Road, Balsam Lake, WI 54810. TAX KEY NO.: 106-00030-0000. Dated this 11th day of October, 2011. Peter M. Johnson Sheriff of Polk County Russell J. Karnes State Bar #1054982 Blommer Peterman, S.C. 165 Bishops Way Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for the purpose. 278406
(Dec. 21, 28, Jan. 4, 11, 18, 25) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY ANCHORBANK, FSB Plaintiff vs. KRAIG LOISELLE, et al. Defendant(s) Case Number: 10 CV 950 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on August 5, 2011, in the amount of $85,131.32 the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: February 7, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Lots 20 and 21, Block 52, First Addition to the City of St. Croix Falls, according to the Official Plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the Register of Deeds for Polk County, Wisconsin, said lots being a part of Government Lot 3 of Section 19, Township 34 North, of Range 18 West, City of St. Croix Falls, Polk County, Wis. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 438 North Washington Street, Saint Croix Falls, WI 54024. TAX KEY NO.: 281-00070-0000. Dated this 7th day of December, 2011. Peter M. Johnson Sheriff of Polk County Scott D. Nabke State Bar #1037979 Blommer Peterman, S.C. 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behallf. Any information obtained will be used for the purpose. 280626
(Dec. 21, 28, Jan. 4, 11, 18, 25) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY BRANCH 1 CEF FUNDING II, LLC, AS ASSIGNEE OF GENERAL ELECTRIC CAPITAL BUSINESS ASSET FUNDING CORPORATION, Plaintiff, vs. CCF, INC, BIG M FOODS, INC., COMMISSIONER OF REVENUE, STATE OF MINNESOTA, ELIASCO, INC., STATE OF WISCONSIN, and AMTECH LIGHTING SERVICES, Defendants. Case No. 04-CV-390 Case Code: 30404 (Foreclosure of Mortgage) NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a Judgment of Foreclosure, entered in the aboveentitled matter, on December 7, 2005, the undersigned Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell at public auction at the Polk County Justice Center Lobby located at 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin 54810, on February 16, 2012, at 10:00 a.m., a portion of the real estate and mortgaged premises directed by the Judgment to be sold and therein described as follows: Parcel 1: Lot 1, Block 3, Original Plat of the Village of Frederic, Polk County, Wisconsin. Parcel 2: A strip of land 12 feet in width comprising all that part of the Northwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter, Section 27, Township 37 North, Range 17 West, bounded and described as follows: Beginning at the Northeast corner of Lot 1, Block 3 of the Original Plat of the Village of Frederic, according to the plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the Register of Deeds in and for said County; thence North along a North extension of the East line of said Lot 1 to a point intersection with a line running parallel with and 12 feet distant Northerly (measured at right angles) from the Northerly line of said Lot 1; thence Westerly along the last mentioned parallel line to a point of intersection with a North extension of the West line of said Lot 1; thence South to the Northwest corner of said Lot 1; thence Easterly to the point of beginning. Parcel 3: An easement over and across Lot 2, Block 3, Original Plat of the Village of Frederic, Polk County, Wisconsin, described as follows: beginning at a point on the Northeast corner of Lot 2, Block 3, thence Westerly approximately 30 feet; thence Southeasterly to a point; approximately 40 feet from the point of beginning; said point being on East line of said Lot 2, Block 3, Original Plat of the Village of Frederic, thence to the point of beginning. Said easement being perpetual and for driveway purposes to and from said Lot 1. (Parcel No. 126-19-0) TERMS of SALE: Ten percent of the purchase price must be paid in cash or by cashier’s or certified check payable to the “Polk County Clerk of Circuit Court” at the time of sale. The balance of the purchase price will be payable upon confirmation of sale. Dated this 16th day of December, 2011.
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(Dec. 7, 14, 21, 28, Jan. 4, 11) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY ROYAL CREDIT UNION Plaintiff, vs. KAREN S. WALKER JOHN DOE WALKER, unknown spouse of Karen S. Walker CARRIE C. SMITH Defendants Case No. 11CV301 Case Code: 30404 Foreclosure of Mortgage NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE By virtue of a judgment of foreclosure and sale rendered in the above-entitled action on July 19, 2011, in the amount of $18,797.78, the undersigned Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell at public auction at the front entrance of the Polk County Courthouse in the City of Balsam Lake, in said County, on the 19th day of January, 2012, at 10:00 a.m., the real estate and mortgaged premises directed by the judgment to be sold, therein described as follows: That part of Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (NE1/4 SE1/4 Section Thirty (30) Township Thirty-Four (34) North, Range Eighteen (18) West described as follows: Commencing at a point 719 feet West of the 1/4 Post between Sections 29 and 30, Township 34, Range 18, then South parallel with the West Line of land described in Volume 80 of Deeds, Page 173 to the center of highway, then Westerly along center of highway 180 feet, then North to North Line of said 40, then East to beginning, also beginning at a point 719 feet West and 154 feet South of the 1/4 post between Sections 29 and 30, then South to center of highway leading to cemetery, then East and North along the center of said highway to a point due East to point of beginning, then West to beginning. Which mortgage was recorded in the Register of Deeds Office for Polk County, Wisconsin, on July 18, 2005, in Volume 974, at Page 507, as Document #702072. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 660 Maple Drive, St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin TERMS OF SALE: Cash DOWN PAYMENT: A deposit of 10% of sale price to be deposited in cash or by certified check with the Sheriff at the time of sale; balance to be paid by cash or certified check upon confirmation of sale. Dated this 30th day of November, 2011. /s/Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Attorney Christine A. Gimber WELD, RILEY, PRENN & RICCI, S.C. 3624 Oakwood Hills Parkway P.O. Box 1030 Eau Claire, WI 54702-1030 715-839-7786 Attorneys for Plaintiff This is an attempt to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
DEUTSCHE BANK TRUST COMPANY AMERICAS, as Trustee for Saxon Asset Securities Trust 2005-4 by: Saxon Mortgage Services, its attorney-in-fact, Plaintiff, vs.
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(Nov. 16, 23, 30, Dec. 7, 14, 21) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY ANCHORBANK, FSB Plaintiff Vs JEREMIAH L. GAMACHE, et al Defendant(s) Case Number: 11 CV 217 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on June 28, 2011, in the amount of $212,202.86, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: January 4, 2012, at 10 a.m. TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin. DESCRIPTION: Lot 2 of Certified Survey Map No. 4584 recorded in Volume 20 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 136, Document No. 685447, located in part of the Northwest 1/4 of Northeast 1/4, Section 21, Township 32 North, Range 17 West, Town of Alden, Polk County, Wisconsin. Together with and subject to that certain 66 foot wide access and utility easement area as shown on said Certified Survey Map No. 4584 and on Certified Survey Map No. 4307, said easement rights to be appurtenant to the real estate conveyed herein and in common with others using said easement area for the declared purposes. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 298 155th St., Amery, WI 54001. TAX KEY NO.: 002-00543-0200. Dated this 11th day of October, 2011. Peter M. Johnson Sheriff of Polk County Annie M. Schumacher State Bar #1074726 Blommer Peterman, S.C. 165 Bishops Way Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for the purpose. 278405
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(Dec. 7, 14, 21, 28, Jan. 4, 11) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY
(Dec. 21) ST. CROIX TRIBAL COURT In The Interest Of: C.T. Child DOB: November 14, 2002 Case No. 03-CW-04 SUMMONS (BY PUBLICATION) PETITION FOR INVOLUNTARY TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS HEARING To: Father Shawn Songetay P.O. Box 4 Danbury, WI 54830 Please take notice that the hearing on this petition to appoint a Guardian will be held as follows: Date: Thurs., Jan. 17, 2012 Time: 10:00 a.m. Place: St. Croix Tribal Court, St. Croix Tribal Center, Hertel, Wisconsin At the hearing, the Petitioner will ask the Court to enter an Order granting appointment of Temporary Guardianship. You have the right to be represented by legal counsel at your own expense. You must also submit documentation of prior custodial placement. Failure to respond or appear at this hearing may result in the Petitioner’s obtaining the relief requested. Dated: December 15, 2011. Gloria Benjamin Petitioner or Representative Address and phone number of Petitioner or legal representative: St. Croix Indian Child Welfare Department Gloria Benjamin, Director of St. Croix Indian Child Welfare Department 24663 Angeline Ave. Webster, WI 54893
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POLK COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT /s/ Peter Johnson QUARLES & BRADY LLP /s/ Roy L. Prange Jr. 33 East Main Street, Suite 900 Madison, WI 53703 Attorneys for Plaintiff, CEF Funding II, LLC, As Assignee of General Electric Capital Business Asset Funding Corporation.
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Burnett County warrants Charles R. Bentley, 20, Webster, warrant - failure to appear, Dec. 14. Zachery L. Berdt, 43, Minneapolis, Minn., arrest warrant complaint, Dec. 13. Ryan P. Donalds, 27, Mahtomedi, Minn., warrant - failure to appear, Dec. 15.
CLUBHOUSE MANAGER LUCK, WIS.
The Village of Luck seeks a highly motivated, organized Clubhouse Manager. This is a full-time, seasonal position and works under the general direction of the Village Administrator. The Clubhouse Manager is responsible for promoting the game of golf through an operational structure that provides for a first-class golf experience. This will include, but not be limited to, overseeing the operation of the clubhouse staff, leagues, tournaments, corporate outings, scheduled events, inventory and new products. Minimum requirements include a bachelor’s or associate degree in course management, recreation administration, marketing and/or business administration; two years’ supervisory experience, golf course experience preferred; computer proficiency and knowledge of bookkeeping principles and practices. Starting salary is DOQ. Weekend work required. Deadline to submit a cover letter and resume is by noon on Friday, January 6, 2012. Submit materials to the Village Administrator at P.O. Box 315, Luck, WI 54853 or volkristina@lakeland.ws The 551729 18L 8a Village of Luck is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
HELP WANTED Permanent Full-Time Agricultural Program Technician At Farm Service Agency, USDA Service Center In Spooner
Basic office skills including computer knowledge, data entry, customer service skills and farm knowledge/background preferred. Salary will be $11.95 - $18.59 per hour depending on qualifications. Fingerprinting and background check will be required prior to employment. To apply carefully follow instructions at www.usajobs.gov (click on search jobs, enter ADZ578909-WI in keyword search box & click on search for jobs). Complete application packet must be received online or by fax by 4:30 p.m. on January 5, 2012. For more information: Contact Evie Moore at 715-635-8228, Ext. 2. USDA 551864 18-19Lp 8-9ap is an equal opportunity employer. (Dec. 14, 21, 28, Jan. 4, 11, 18) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY CITIFINANCIAL, INC.
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vs. DEBRA J. JONES N/K/A DEBRA J. PAULSON, et al Defendant(s) Case Number: 11 CV 84 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on May 20, 2011, in the amount of $93,316.74, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: February 2, 2012, at 10 a.m. TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Lot 10, Block 15, Original Plat of Village of Clear Lake, Polk County, Wis. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 241 3rd Ave., Clear Lake, WI 54005. TAX KEY NO.: 113-00106-0000. Dated this 2nd day of December, 2011. Peter M. Johnson Sheriff of Polk County Benjamin J. Pliskie State Bar #1037985 Blommer Peterman, S.C. 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for the purpose. 280681
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thence South 62˚ 56’ East, 346.50 feet and North 54˚ 05’ East, 493.80 feet from the point of beginning; thence South 54˚ 05’ West, 493.80 feet; thence North 62˚ 56’ West, 346.50 feet; thence South 07˚ 14’ West, 209.60 feet to the point of beginning. Said land being in the Town of Osceola, Polk County, State of Wisconsin. Parcel II: That part of Government Lots 3 and 4, Section 26, Township 33 North, Range 18 West, described as follows: Commencing at the Southwest corner of said Section 26; thence North 00˚ 14’ West, a distance of 1,139.60 feet along the West line of Government Lot 4; thence North 85˚ 52’ East, a distance of 22.90 feet; thence North 07˚ 14’ East, a distance of 209.60 feet to the point of beginning of the land to be described; thence South 62˚ 56’ East, a distance of 346.50 feet; thence North 54˚ 05’ East, a distance of 50.00 feet; thence North 69˚ 48’ 45” West, a distance of 371.89 feet to the point of beginning. The Southerly line of the above-described parcel is the North line of the property described in Volume 319, Page 166, as recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, Polk County, Wisconsin. Said land being in the Town of Osceola, Polk County, State of Wis. ADDRESS: 1997 Dwight Lane, Dresser, WI 54009 TAX KEY: 042-00570-0000 That the judgment, sale, confirmation sale and conveyance are subject to the United States of America’s 120-day redemption rights pursuant to Title 28 USC 2410 (c). Dated this 31st day of October, 2011. Peter M. Johnson, Polk County Sheriff Cummisford, Acedvedo & Associates, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff Mark R. Cummisford, State Bar #1034906 6508 South 27th Street, Suite #6 Oak Creek, WI 53154 414-761-1700 Cummisford, Acevedo & Associates, LLC, is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
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(Nov. 30, Dec. 7, 14, 21, 28, Jan. 4) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY JP MORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff vs. RICHARD MUCKLE, et al. Defendants Case No. 11 CV 203 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on June 24, 2011, in the amount of $123,032.39, the Polk County Sheriff will sell the premises described below at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: January 11, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens, encumbrances, and payment of applicable transfer taxes. PLACE: In the Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, located at 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. 54810. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: Parcel I: That part of Government Lots 3 and 4, Section 26, Township 33 North, Range 18 West, described as follows: From the Southwest corner of said Section 26, running 0˚ 14’ West along the West line of Section 26, 1,139.30 feet; thence North 85˚ 52’ East, 22.90 feet to the East right-of-way line of County Road “Y” and the point of beginning of the land to be described; thence North 85˚ 52’ East, 133.95 feet; thence South 70˚ 03’ East, 231.40 feet; thence North 19˚ 44’ East, 100.0 feet; thence North 54˚ 05’ East, 467.30 feet to the high-water mark, of Round Lake; thence Northeasterly to a point on the East line of said Government Lot 3 that is 600.00 feet South of the Northeast corner of said Government Lot 3; thence Southwesterly to a point on the high-water mark of Round Lake; that is North 7˚ 14’ East, 209.60 feet;
Renae N. Gordon, 23, Hayward, arrest warrant - complaint, Dec. 12. Ronald A. Hess, 29, Siren, warrant - failure to appear, Dec. 12. Dylan J. Kitley, 19, Siren, warrant - failure to appear, Dec. 12.
POSITION OPENINGS
Lawson Manor In Luck, WI, Is Looking For Registered CNAs That Are Also CBRF Certified Caregivers For The New 16-Bed Facility
Qualified persons will be responsible, dependable, flexible, energetic and have a servant’s heart. Qualified persons must have cooking skills and health-care food safety knowledge. Looking for persons to fill openings on 1st shift, 2nd shift and 3rd shift. If this sounds like a position for you, please come in and fill out/pick up an application Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
United Pioneer Home
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James E. Lightfeather, 33, Lewis, warrant - failure to appear, Dec. 15. Troy D. Main, 33, Webb Lake, warrant - failure to appear, Dec. 15. Richard J. Matrious, 30, Danbury, warrant - failure to appear, Dec. 14.
Alexandra M. Simon, 27, St. Croix Falls, warrant - failure to appear, Dec. 12. Jeremy R. A. Yerke, 27, Grantsburg, warrant - failure to appear, Dec. 13.
ORDINANCE 2-4-9 RESIDENCY REQUIRED FOR SERVICE ON BOARDS OR COMMISSIONS The Board of Trustees of the Village of Luck does ordain as follows: That on December 14, 2011, Ordinance 2-4-9, Residency Required for Service on Boards or Commissions, is amended as follows: SEC. 2-4-9 RESIDENCY REQUIRED FOR SERVICE ON BOARDS OR COMMISSIONS. No person not a resident of and not residing in the Village shall be appointed in a voting capacity to any Village Board or Commission, except the Library Board, Tourism Commission and the Golf Course Commission. Any board or commission member who moves from the Village shall be removed from such board or commission, but may be appointed to serve in an ex officio capacity. Peter Demydowich, Village President Attest: Kathy Hanson, Village Clerk/Treasurer Date Adopted: December 14, 2011 Date Published: December 21, 2011 551849 18L Effective Date: December 21, 2011 WNAXLP
TOWN OF EUREKA Polk County, Wisconsin ORDINANCE NO. 10-3 ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLE ROUTE The Town Board of the Town of Eureka, Polk County, Wisconsin, does hereby ordain as follows: SECTION I - PURPOSE The purpose of this ordinance is to establish all-terrain vehicle routes in the town and to regulate the operation of all-terrain vehicles in the town. SECTION II - AUTHORITY The Town Board of the Town of Eureka, Polk County, Wisconsin, has the specific authority to adopt this All-terrain Vehicle Route Ordinance under Wisconsin Statutes 23.33 (8) (b) and (11). SECTION III - ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE The Town Board of the Town of Eureka, Polk County, Wisconsin, by this ordinance, adopted on proper notice with a quorum and roll call vote by a majority of the town board present and voting, provides the authority for the town to designate all-terrain vehicle routes in the town and to regulate the use of those routes and all-terrain vehicles in the town. SECTION IV - OPERATION OF ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES Pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes 23.33 (4) (d) 4, except as otherwise provided in Wisconsin Statutes 23.33 (4), no person may operate an all-terrain vehicle on the roadway portion of any highway in the town except on roadways that are designated as all-terrain vehicle routes by this ordinance. Operation of all-terrain vehicles on a roadway in the town that is an all-terrain vehicle route is authorized only for the extreme right side of the roadway except that left turns may be made from any part of the roadway that is safe given prevailing conditions. SECTION V - DESIGNATION OF ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLE ROUTES All Town roads in the Town of Eureka limits, with the exclusion of all roads which border other towns/villages bordering the Town of Eureka until approved. SECTION VI - CONDITIONS APPLICABLE TO ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLE ROUTES Pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes 23.33 (8) (d), the following restrictions are placed on the use of the town all-terrain vehicle routes designated by this resolution: A. Routes shall be marked with uniform all-terrain vehicle route signs in accordance with s. NR 64.12 (7), Wisconsin Administrative Code. No person may do any of the following in regard to signs marking town all-terrain vehicle routes: 1. Intentionally remove, damage, deface, move or obstruct any uniform all-terrain vehicle route or trail sign or standard or intentionally interfere with the effective operation of any uniform all-terrain vehicle route or trail sign or standards if the sign or standard is legally placed by the state, any municipality or any authorized individual. 2. Possess any uniform all-terrain vehicle route or trail sign or standard of the type established by the department for the warning, instruction or information of the public, unless he or she obtained the uniform all-terrain vehicle route or trail sign or standard in a lawful manner. Possession of a uniform all-terrain vehicle route or trail sign or standard creates a rebuttable presumption of illegal possession. B. Operation shall be subject to all provisions of Wisconsin Statutes 23.33, which is adopted as a part of this ordinance by reference, pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes 23.33. C. A copy of this ordinance shall be sent by the town clerk to the Polk County Sheriff’s Department. D. Other conditions to apply to all operators (and passengers) where applicable: 1. No person shall operate any all-terrain vehicle within the Town of Eureka at a speed in excess of thirty-five (35) miles per hour. 2. All ATV operators shall ride single file. 3. Allowable hours of operation of designated ATV routes: One hour before sunrise until one hour after sunset. SECTION VII - ENFORCEMENT This ordinance may be enforced by any law enforcement officer authorized to enforce the laws of the state of Wisconsin. SECTION VIII - PENALTIES The penalties under Wisconsin Statutes 23.33 (13) (a), are adopted by reference. SECTION IX - SEVERABILITY If any provision of this ordinance or its application to any person or circumstance is held invalid, the invalidity does not affect other provisions or applications of this ordinance that can be given effect without the invalid provision or application, and to this end, the provisions of this ordinance are severable. SECTION X - EFFECTIVE DATE This ordinance is effective on publication or posting, and shall remain in effect for one year (365 days) from the effective date and is renewable by a resolution of the Board any time prior to or after the one-year anniversary of the effective date. The town clerk shall properly publish this ordinance as required under Wisconsin Statutes 60.80. Adopted this 11th day of November, 2010. /s/Gene Krull, Town Chairman Attest: /s/Michelle Tonnar, Town Clerk AMENDMENT: Motion to strike out “and shall remain in effect for one year (365 days) from the effective date and is renewable by a resolution of the Board any time prior to or after the one year anniversary of the effective date. “On Ordinance 10-3, Section X - Effective Date, was made by Steve Jacobs, seconded by Roger Johnson. Motion carried. Amended this 8th day of December, 2011. /s/Kyle Swanson, Town Chair 551649 18L Attest: /s/Michelle Tonnar, Town Clerk
(Dec. 21, 28, Jan. 4, 11, 18, 25) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY CITIFINANCIAL, INC. Plaintiff vs. ALLEN J. WYMAN, et al. Defendant(s) Case Number: 10 CV 341 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on August 17, 2010, in the amount of $90,535.26, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: February 2, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Part of the Northwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 9, Township 35 North, Range 16 West, Town of Georgetown, Polk County, Wisconsin, described as follows: Commencing at a stake where the South right-of-way line of Vincent Lake Lane intersects with the East right-of-way line of County Trunk Highway I, thence Southerly on said East rightof-way line a distance of 907 feet; thence due East to the West right-of-way line of Vincent Lake Lane; thence Northerly and Westerly following the right-of-way line of Vincent Lake Lane to the point of beginning. AND Lot 3 of Glenna Lake Vincent Plat No. 1, being a part of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 9, Township 35 North, Range 16 West, Town of Georgetown, Polk County, Wisconsin. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 973973A Vincent Lake Lane, Luck, WI 54853. TAX KEY NO.: Tax Key No. 1: 026-00333-0000 & Tax Key No. 2: 026-01443-0000. Dated this 7th day of December, 2011. Peter M. Johnson Sheriff of Polk County Scott D. Nabke State Bar #1037979 Blommer Peterman, S.C. 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for the purpose. 280643
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Fire barrels helped keep visitors to the third-annual live Nativity warm Saturday and Sunday evenings, Dec. 17 and 18, at the Community Pride Park in Frederic. Crosswalk Community Church sponsored the event which drew more than 100 visitors each evening to witness the re-enactment of the first Christmas, complete with live animals. “It all turned out great,” noted one of the main organizers, Anita Baker. Steve and Tamara Larson and Ed and Pam Dittbrenner were among those who brought their animals for the re-enactment.
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Mike and Adrianna DeBoer played Mary and Joseph in the third-annual live Nativity in Frederic this past weekend. At left, is one of the wise men, with an alpaca standing in for a camel. Photo at left by Rae Lynn Johnson
LEFT: Marjolein Guerisma-Van Doorn, a native of Holland, sang a song in her native language and played a flute solo during the live Nativity. She and her husband, Todd Lundborg served as narrator for the Holgen, live in his native Haiti and are staying with Brian live Nativity in Frederic. and Enid Johnson of Frederic while he gets his education here. Other singers included Brenda Lee, who sang Photos by Becky Amundson “Mary Did You Know?” unless otherwise noted
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Balsam Lake woman meets challenges of the mountain and of life
by Mary Stirrat Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE — Climbing to the 19,000-foot summit of Mount Kilimanjaro is a feat of strength and endurance few of us will ever experience. But last summer, when 55-year-old Suz Thomson of Balsam Lake reached the top of “Kili,” she accomplished other things just as amazing. Along with battling the elements, the grueling physical hardships and the effects of altitude sickness, she also conquered the summit of inner doubts and fears. She found strength to look at the journey of her life, and then found joy in that journey. Six months later Thomson thinks she’s finally off the mountain, and her main message to others is, “Don’t limit yourself.” Thomson will be the first to admit that she didn’t reach either summit alone. To do so, she said, she needed the 27 companions who made the Kili climb with her, half of whom suffer from either Parkinson’s disease or multiple sclerosis. On safari after the climb, she said, the interdependence of the African wildlife seemed to reflect that of the climbing group. Just like the zebra, with great eyesight, and the wildebeest, with a keen sense of smell, travel together and protect each other, said Thomson, so the climbers helped each other. “I thought to myself how we survived the climb in much the same (as the animals survive the wilderness),” she said, “each of us looking out for the others.” Thomson is a motivational speaker who now uses her experiences in Africa to inspire others to new heights. The greatest lesson she learned on her trip, she tells audiences, was learned from her new friends with Parkinson’s and MS. Called the Kilimanjaro Leap of Faith
At 13,000 feet, Suz Thomson of Balsam Lake is far above even the clouds. She has another 6,000 feet to go to reach the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. – Photos submitted Adventure organized by Lori Schneider, founder of Empowerment through Adventure, 14 companions were paired with 14 individuals diagnosed with MS or Parkinson’s. “They taught me that, regardless of their limitations, they did not and would not allow the limitations to slow them down or define them in any way,” she said. “They lived in the moment, and they chose to challenge their body, mind and souls on this trip. “I am a much better person, with a greater understanding of their diseases. I learned what great human character really is.”
Members of the Kilimanjaro Leap of Faith adventure pose at the summit, 19,340 miles above sea level. Suz Thomson of Balsam Lake is at far left.
••• Describing herself as a “flatlander” and admitting she never wants to climb another mountain, Thomson also says she would not have missed the experience for the world. As a physically active personal trainer, she gained great respect for the 90 native porters that guided the group and carried gear, food and supplies up the mountain. “I no longer say after a day’s workout, ‘Gee, I smell like a boy,’” she said. “I now say, ‘Oh, my goodness. I smell like a porter.’ God bless them.” These kind, gentle, joyful guides, she said, would fly by on the steep trail, carrying 35 pounds on their backs. “They were from the Chagga tribe that lives at the base of Kilimanjaro,” said Thomson, “and are amazing, wonderful
men. They always had a smile on their faces, and a gentle and kind word when we needed it most.” These same guides made sure that the climbers had three good meals each day, and that their tents, supplies and the three porta-potties were at the next camp each night. “The meals they served were unbelievable, all created on a little Coleman cookstove,” Thomson said. “We were served at a long dining table on china. “We were always amazed at how we left in the morning at 8 a.m., and four hours later the tent was up and ready to serve our lunch somewhere on the trail. The porters passed us on our trek. It was mind-boggling, really. As we were sometimes struggling, they were flying by us with huge smiles on their faces and the greeting, ‘Jambo.’ The same thing happened in the afternoon.” Thomson learned some humorous lessons along the way. She learned a person can live without changing underpants for seven days. Embarrassed by the holey undies she had brought for the climb, intending to throw them out each day, she put them aside when the guides did the equipment check. The problem is that she forgot to put them back in her pack. “This was brought to my attention upon the first morning, waking up in camp and looking for them,” she said. “My partner, Gina, thought it was hysterical. Me, not so much.” She and Gina pretty much started their day with a fit of giggles, and often ended it that way, Thomson said. “As we were drinking our morning coffee, which was delivered to our tent — did I mention we were spoiled? — Gina would whip off her stocking hat — we slept in them for extra heat — and would ask, ‘Hey, Suz. How does my hair look?’ We would shriek with laughter.” Along the same lines, Thomson learned that a person can wear the same clothes for seven days without a shower. “I simply added to my base layer as we gained altitude,” said Thomson. “I summitted wearing three full pairs of long underwear, insulated ski pants, my ski
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A safari through Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti National Park allowed Thomson to experience what she calls “the circle of life.” The landscape itself has its own music, she said.
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Kilimanjaro/from page 1 jacket, my down jacket and down mittens. I looked like an Oompa Loompa.” ••• Thomson also learned a number of life lessons on her climb to the summit. She learned to trust herself and the voice inside, the voice that told her to be a climbing companion to someone with MS. She listened to the voice and told Lori Schneider, organizer of the climb and founder of Empowerment Through Adventure, that she wanted to be a companion. She then wondered where the voice had come from. “I had no intention to ever climb a mountain,” she said. “I have spent years fighting off that voice by trying to control my life the way I saw fit. So listening to this voice was huge for me.” She learned that she must make a conscious effort to keep an open mind and avoid expectations. “I was going into unknown territory with people I had never met,” said Thomson. “By not having expectations, it freed up the adventure to me in ways I never would have thought possible. It allowed me the ability to be in the moment and take whatever direction I needed at the time.” Each person has a story, she learned. “We are all faced with challenges,” she said. “My greatest continual lesson is the loss of my only child, Dave, eight years ago. I was incapacitated, to say the least.” The person she had been, Thomson said, had been destroyed, and a new person had to be created. “I was left with the daily questions of what is my purpose now? I was Dave’s mom. Who will I be? Do I want to continue in this life?” She learned she had to make a choice, whether to take the difficult road to healing or remain in what she called the “huge pothole of life.” “Taking the high road requires a little more work,” she said. “It requires grabbing hold of the hands that are stretched out to you.” Through compassionate friends and family, she learned that she needed to be able to ask for help, and let others give her the help she needed. “This is very much like the story my friends with MS and PD shared,” Thomson said. “They went through grief. Their lives were threatened. They had to come to terms with their new life direction. They reached out to friends and family much the same way I did. “On the mountain there was never a complaint. They kept forging ahead regardless of conditions.” Thomson’s companion, 42-year-old Gina Anderson, was diagnosed with MS two years ago. The hard days of climbing would leave her with double vision and a shaking leg. “Again,” said Thomson, “there were no complaints. Just a quiet acceptance, and rest.” Taking things one day at a time, one step at a time, is another lesson Thomson learned on the climb. “At dinner the night before we left for the mountain I mentioned that I was going to take this climb step by step,” she said. “Not only did I take it minute by minute, but I really didn’t want to know what was coming the next day. Nor did the guides tell us. Each day the climb offered challenges none of us expected.”
Focusing on placing one foot in front of the other, Thomson climbs into ever-decreasing oxygen with a 20-pound day pack on her back.
Suz Thomson and her climbing partner, Gina Anderson, outside their tent one morning of the climb. Anderson, 42, is a band and music teacher from Michigan who was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis two years ago. Thomson has a fear of heights, and parts of the mountain had to be climbed hand over hand. “I took charge of myself and, again, a strength I never knew I had surfaced,” she said. “I was exhilarated by this accomplishment. I set fear aside and took it one step at a time.” ••• Taking it one step at a time was required when altitude sickness set in, at about 13,000 feet, she said. “It hit me on the fourth day,” she said. “I was fortunate, as I only experienced nausea and was unable to sleep. Some suffered from headaches and were throwing up. Nasty stuff, but again, one step at a time.” Summit day was also one step at a time, one challenge at a time. The climbers were awakened at 10:30 p.m., after three hours of sleep, to begin the final trek. “It was very spiritual,” said Thomson. The native porters began singing Christian songs in their own tongue. They then sang their own native songs. “I don’t think you could be any closer to heaven than we were,” she said. “The night skies are my favorite. I would stand under them in awe, wishing I could pluck a star and thanking God for putting me on this journey.” After a while, the singing stopped and the only sounds were of breathing, and climbers just concentrating on putting one foot in front of the other. Halfway to the summit, exhausted, Thomson lay down on a rock to sleep. One of the guides came alongside, telling her she must get up. He assisted her to her feet and, after wrestling an energy gel out of her pocket and into her mouth, she found herself saying the phrases that have often kept her going, “I can, I will, I am.” “I looked up and saw that the top of the
Labeled “Silent Night, Holy Night,” this photo captures the beauty and peace of a star-filled night on Mount Kilimanjaro. Jeff Rennike, author and photographer for publications such as National Geographic and Reader’s Digest, was photographer for the climb.
mountain was within reach.” At 7:30 a.m. she reached the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa. They stayed there for 10 minutes before heading back down. “What I learned is, when on the mountain, you will not act yourself,” said Thomson. The lack of oxygen had caused her face to swell to the point that her husband and sister recognized her in the summit photo only by her jacket. “Did I mention altitude sickness and lack of oxygen caused me to be crabby?” she asked. “I had a meltdown on the top of the largest freestanding mountain in Africa. Good grief. My hands were frozen. I couldn’t make them work to get my camera out of the backpack. My Snickers had frozen up. I wasn’t about to break a tooth in Africa. I was starving and exhausted.” Being unable to control her emotions was frightening, Thomson said. She did not journal that day’s activities, knowing that even she wouldn’t want to read the words she would probably write. It took four more hours to get back down to the camp. Both she and Gina, will full packs still on their backs, climbed into their tent and fell face-first onto their sleeping bags, unconscious for 2-1/2 hours.
••• The story of the July climb to Mount Kilimanjaro by 14 individuals with either MS or Parkinson’s, along with their 14 companions, has gained worldwide interest. A three-minute video, which includes comments by Thomson, has been produced by Sanofi for use at medical summits in the United States and abroad (www.youtube.com/watch?v=GTGaZfd AF14). According to its Web site, Sanofi is “a diversified global health-care leader, (that) discovers, develops and distributes therapeutic solutions to improve the lives of everyone.” Nineteen of the 28 climbers are in the process of collaborating on a book to help inspire others. Thomson’s chapter includes the challenges and victories she experienced on the climb, as well as the lessons learned. “This book is going to change people's lives,” she said. “It will give people a new understanding of MS and Parkinson’s, and the amazing things people can do even though they have challenges. It’s about reaching out to others, giving strength to each other and getting strength from each other. That’s what changes life, and it’s what changes the world.” Those who didn’t summit, said Thomson, still reached personal summits. “Every day was a summit day for each of us,” she said. “No one felt they hadn’t accomplished something. The intent was to be there and to absorb everything going on in that situation. “It was truly life-changing,” she said. “I think I’m still coming down. I have such gratefulness for having done this. “There will always be something huge I carry within me from this, that will always be with me.”
Porters from the Chagga tribe at the base of the mountain carry gear and supplies up Mount Kilimanjaro.
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having their Sunday morning breakfast when the wife went to get her Sunday church Joe Roberts clothes on. When she returned, the husband was still in his bathrobe. “Aren’t you going to church this morning?” asked the wife. “No, I’m not going this morning. In fact, I’m not going to church anymore at all.” “What do you mean, we’ve gone to church for years, so why the change?” He responded, “Look, there are people at that church who don’t like me, and frankly, there are people at that church that I don’t like, and I’m not going!” She answered back, “I’ll give you two good reasons why you need to go to church. One, you’re 42 years old. Two, you gotta go, you’re the preacher.” ••• During a business trip to China, I was browsing through a department store in Beijing when a staff member timidly approached me. “Excuse me,” she said. “Are you American?” “Yes, I am,” I answered. “What state are you from?” she asked. “Wisconsin, “ I replied proudly. “Oh, I’m sorry,” she said, obviously disappointed. “I was hoping to find someone to help me with my English.”
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The city of Milwaukee is hanging from my Christmas tree. I don’t know why. I have never lived in Milwaukee. I have no ties with Milwaukee. Carrie Classon But every year I take out my skyline of Milwaukee Christmas ornament and dutifully hang it from my Christmas tree. This year, my tree is very small and all the ornaments I’ve collected over the years would not fit. As I started to weed through the ornaments, I realized that a lot of them were really not attractive. Some were made by small children, now fully grown. Some were souvenirs from places I had never been. And then there were some, like the skyline of Milwaukee, for which I had no plausible explanation. The desire to preserve traditions is strong. But sometimes traditions need to be changed. Sometimes they need to be invented from scratch. This past Thanksgiving my family decided that, rather than simply say the blessing as usual, we would go around the table and tell one another some of the things we were thankful for. We each listed our blessings in turn. My nephew Beau, who is not quite 4, was not on board for this change in family tradition and loudly announced that he was “only grateful for bad guys.” When I was growing up, the tradition was to celebrate Christmas Day at my grandparent’s farm. With 35 first cousins, the farmhouse was more than filled. My cousins and I sat on the wooden stairs with plates of Swedish meatballs, potato sausage, and fattigman
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on our laps. Even though we drew names and each received only one present, the small pine tree was buried in Christmas packages. But in time the families became too large to all congregate together and, one by one, they split off to make their own traditions. I was soon married and spent Christmases with my in-laws, until I was no longer married and not quite sure what to do on Christmas Day. Last year was the first Christmas I spent with Daniel. He made manicotti and his children came by one by one as they were able. I had never had manicotti for Christmas, but it felt like a new tradition and a good one. We had made it all the way around the Thanksgiving table, grateful for health and family and relative peace on earth, when my mother asked Beau again if there wasn’t anything else he was thankful for. “No,” Beau insisted, “I’m only grateful for bad guys.” He thought for a moment. “And maybe ... rainbows.” Like Beau, I’m going to keep an open mind. This Christmas will be celebrated with Swedish meatballs and manicotti, my parents and my boyfriend’s children. A lot of ugly ornaments will go in the trash and, for the first time, I’m not baking Swedish cookies. Instead, I made ginger cookies and a pumpkin pie. But the city of Milwaukee is staying on my tree. It’s Christmas, after all. Till next time, —Carrie
Salvation Army needs help during the fi fin nal week POLK/BURNETT COUNTIES – We have made it to Christmas week. The shopping is almost done, the presents are nearly all wrapped, and the holiday meals are being planned. The Salvation Army bell ringers are stationed outside of all the stores standing by the red kettle, Christmas music is playing on all of the radios as we travel from store to store getting all the last-minute Christmas presents and food items we will need to make this Christmas the most memorable of all. As you pass by the volunteer ringing the bells and standing in the cold weather, have you ever wondered how it all started? In 1891, Captain Joseph McFee wanted to help the poor people in San Francisco, especially for the coming Christmas season, but he didn’t know where to get funding for his project. He remembered, during his earlier days as a sailor in Liverpool, England, seeing a large kettle called, “Simpson’s Pot” where passengers of boats that docked at Stage Landing tossed coins to help the poor. The following day, McFee placed a pot at the Oakland Ferry Landing. Beside the pot was a sign that read, “Keep the Pot Boiling.” He was able to collect enough donations to have a Christmas dinner for the poor people. McFee’s idea spread, and in 1897, a nationwide effort was able to fund 150,000 Christmas dinners for the poor. In 1901, donations from New York City funded a sit-down dinner at Madison Square Garden. Nowadays, when you see a red kettle stationed outside retail establishments you know the tradition has continued ex-
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has become a national holiday. The focus on the commercialization of the Christmas holiday has resulted John W. Ingalls in “Black Friday” being designated as a red-letter day. Thanksgiving is quickly whisked aside as people gird themselves for the combat-like atmosphere of “black-and-blue Friday.” The assault on boutiques and warehouse-sized discount stores is planned and executed with combat readiness. No longer are shoppers satisfied with getting to the stores early, they now bring pepper spray to guarantee their success. Since shopping and buying seem to be synonymous with a blessed Christmas, people solicit their children, relatives and friends for gift ideas and make lists. These lists are categorized by individual. Under each individual is a list of acceptable gifts, without which, life would not be considered worth living. Children are especially adept at adding items to the list. I remember as a child going through the Sears or JC Penney Christmas catalogs. Back then they didn’t arrive in our mailbox until November, but now they are delivered sometime around the end of August. We would leaf through the catalogs until the tattered and dog-eared pages were worn, marked and eventually
in need, not just at Christmas, but throughout the year. The funds are used to provide rent, utilities, transportation, medication assistance and milk coupons for the food pantries in the County. Salvation Army is also responsible for starting a backpack program in Polk and Burnett counties for families in need
came loose and were thrown away. We would usually add items to the list of potential gifts including big and expensive items which we realized were not atMD tainable but since we were wishing, why not wish big. The list was usually truncated at 40-50 items so it was never exhaustive but was enough to inspire our parents and grandparents. Somehow on Christmas morning, all of the items on the list looked the same and resembled underwear and socks. Thankfully, neither my wife nor I have much interest in shopping, especially Christmas shopping. I have an aversion to the surge of humanity who tries to define their existence and solve their needs for significance by shopping for junk. That doesn’t mean we don’t purchase gifts for our families and friends. We just prefer to do it in a low-key and relaxed way. I am much more of an impulsive shopper. I could wander the aisles of any sporting goods store for hours and be perfectly satisfied. But if the task at hand is to actually purchase a gift for someone else, I am less apt to be emotionally attached to the process. It’s more like, get in, get out and hope you grabbed something acceptable. One year it was the day before Christmas and I hadn’t bought anything for my wife,
whose children benefit from the free and reduced lunch program at school. Those families are provided with a backpack full of food for the weekend. Salvation Army also played an integral part in the newly established Annie’s Lunchbox program in Amery that provided a free lunch to all kids in the community all summer long in another effort to wipe out childhood hunger. The Salvation Army also operates a mass homeless shelter located in Balsam Lake, Serenity Home, housing 17 individuals, and houses two families in their facility in Siren. The facility opened back in 2008 and has been full or nearly full since it opened. As Christmas Day approaches this week, and when you pass those red kettles and the volunteers who brave the weather to help those in need, remember that the coins you drop in the kettle can help someone this Christmas and throughout the next year. If you are unable to get to a red kettle this holiday season, you can mail your tax-deductible donation to Salvation Army 200 Polk Plaza Balsam Lake, WI 54810. If you are able to volunteer a couple of hours of your time during the holiday season, the Salvation Army is currently seeking help for bell ringers to ring up until New Year’s. You can volunteer and know that you are helping your friends and neighbors in need. If you are interested in helping in this way, contact 715-485-1221 to set up a time to ring. - submitted
so in a moment of near panic I bought her a 2-quart stainless steel thermos at the local hardware store. You can bet I never bought her another thermos. It wasn’t the coffee that was steaming that morning. She was very forgiving, and after a week I didn’t have to sleep on the couch anymore. She, on the other hand, is organized and focused on shopping even if she dislikes the process. She itemizes the wants and needs of each family member and then decides on the most efficient way to make these dreams come true. As the purchase of each item is considered and completed, the list becomes shorter. Items are crossed off and notations are made in the margins as new options arise. In the end it is her organization and her list that save me. She is the dedicated mother and grandmother, attending to her list much in the way of Santa Claus, yet I am much the opposite. I am content to remain on the sidelines, always willing to assist in the process. I actually prefer to remain comfortably obscure. In the mall I enjoy sitting at a small table in a coffee shop observing people. As the hoards rant and rave and rush about with their lists, I remain detached and relaxed. I don’t make lists and I would rather not read the lists of someone else. I am listless in December.
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Christmas cards Last week we finally started putting
together our annual Christmas newsletter, something we have been doing for more than 30 years. Our list has gotten larger over the years as we find new friends and don’t want to let go of the old ones. The actual newsletter this year is probably interchangeable with any one in the past decade, as our lives have greatly stagnated as we cruise through our golden years. Some of the names on our list are from the far past. Three are friends from when I was a teacher 1975-78 in Goodman, a little lumber town on Hwy. 8 near Michigan. We never see each other any more, but shared three years of being fellow teachers or neighbors and continue to be interested in what each other is doing— exchanging yearly newsletters. Our newsletters are an annual competition for most operations, most time in the South over winter and the achievements of our descendants. One far-flung letter comes from a fourth cousin in Buffalo, N.Y., who shares with us a love of searching family history. Arlie’s great-great-great-grandfather, Jabez Hancock II, is my great-great-greatgrandfather too. We update each other on our progress, although we have switched to Facebook for most visiting. If you haven’t seen what Facebook is, ask a neighbor or librarian to show you. You can share words, pictures, music, and videos with a group of “friends” chosen by mutual agreement (I’ll show you mine if you show me yours). My Facebook friends are old schoolmates, neighbors, people with common interests, relatives and even a few readers. Most of us are quiet folks, only once in awhile sharing what we are doing—the big buck, the trip photo, or a photo of the hardware removed from my leg last week. After I posted the photo of my leg hardware, which I supplemented with a few extra items including a spring and muffler clamp, everyone who has selected to become a friend sees the photo and can ignore it, click a box to “like” it, or make a comment—sort of a conversation. Commenting on a comment is also possible, so, in the instance of a political conversation a few months ago, several people chimed in over a few days until everyone had their say. I found it interesting as well as educational. Many of us try to avoid controversial topics, just as we do in our regular conversations. Margo has a number of relatives, her mother being one of 11 children and her father one of three. She sends letters to her uncles and aunts and the older generation, fast disappearing from our list, but hasn’t tried to keep up with more than a half dozen of her first cousins. Gradually, our contact with the younger generation has moved to the Internet and Facebook. Being somewhat of the family historian for the Hansons, I have many cousins on our newsletter list—mostly to keep it upto-date in the event we do another family reunion someday. Son Scott went through sticking the address labels on the cards, separating the Swedish cousins in their own pile. He, worrying that some-
day he may have to take over our list, asked about many of the names. Who are the Kyles? Oh, they are cousins through the Hughes branch of the family. Charles Hanson’s oldest child, Ella, married a Hughes. There are a lot of them, and I like to have a contact into the family for genealogy reasons. Who are these folks in Sweden? Cousins from Charles’ sister who stayed behind in Sweden. In 2002, five cousins visited us in America and in 2003, Margo and I visited two weeks in Sweden being escorted by a different cousin each day for an adventure. The 2002 group has dwindled to two left as that generation passed away. The Swedes are into Christmas cards just as much as we are. Cousin Chrystal from Oregon never sends us a card. She calls on the phone each December and visits with us. “I prefer talking to writing cards and letters.” Mom is an accomplished letter writer with a large Christmas card list, although it is shrinking too. When you are 90, most friends your age have passed on. She loves writing letters and especially likes getting them in the mail. The mail carrier bringing the mail is often the highlight of her day, even if all she gets is address labels from Father Flanagan asking for help at Boys Town. When I was 11, the Weekly Reader newspaper for school kids encouraged pen pals. I didn’t want to do it, but Mom insisted and so I ended up exchanging a letter with a girl in Alaska. We didn’t have anything in common, so I dropped it. Mom felt bad and wrote fake letters from me for a time to the girl. I hope she has quit sending them. Very few of the Christmas card senders 30 years ago were newsletter writers. It was considered impolite, lazy and lacking in humility to attach a copy machine letter telling all the wonderful things you did during the year and the awards your talented and brilliant children received. A good card writer wrote something personal in each card along with the signature and a Christmas Seal stamp on the back. Cousin Diane started adding a newsletter to her cards in the 1960s. It was strange, but interesting, and Diane was from the big city so probably OK. Another strange Christmas card was the annual fruitcake from Dad’s cousin, Mrs. Robert Hall, coming in the mail all the way from Washington state back in the 1950s. She baked them by the dozens and sent them to her underprivileged cousins back in Wisconsin. I think Mom may have one still in the cupboard waiting for the right company. Margo and I moved to Rochester, Minn., away from both of our families. We decided that to keep them up-to-date on what we were doing, we would create a newsletter. I had bought my first home computer in 1979 and got a printer to go with it, so had all the equipment to chomp them out by the dozens. It was a challenge to show off my computer skills! I bought some printer paper with the holes in the side and a red-colored and a green-colored printer ribbon to go with the black one. The paper was special Christmas paper with a border. The first time through I printed most of the text in black. Then we fed it through again
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printing some headlines and a Santa in red and a third time a Christmas tree in green. The result was a gaudy newsletter that said we were working, took some vacation, visited some relatives, and had some hobbies, trying to be a little humorous in the text. We got lots of comments from the recipients on how colorful it was, and since then have never looked back. This year the topics are just about the same as in 1979, but the participants are greatly aged and talk about things like bad knees, health problems and travel to the South. At one of the writers group meetings last year, we had a mini debate about letters. “Younger folks don’t communicate anymore—they don’t even send a thankyou letter for gifts,” said one of our members. “Younger folks communicate much more than the rest of us,” was my reply, “they are always texting, sending photos, using social media and the Internet.” Then the discussion moved to whether an e-mail was equivalent to a handwritten letter—and of course there is a vast generational gap on this too. We agreed that a nicely written letter on pretty stationery with an elegant and possibly perfumed envelope can’t be replaced by an e-mail; however, that it is a generational thing—likely to still be around in the future about as much as horses and buggies are. It is hard for folks who remember the anticipation and importance of a handwritten letter coming from their lover, their soldier or best friend to think handwritten letters might disappear from daily life. However, if you can sit at your computer and visit with your soldier daughter in Afghanistan, actually talking to her live, or share though Facebook or e-mail, you may come to the conclusion that letters through the mail are disappearing because they are no longer needed. Something better has replaced them! I just sent out the full-color e-mail version of the Luck Area Historical Society newsletter. It goes instantly to the 50 people who have signed up for electronic delivery and is sent out free. A week or so
River Road
Ramblings Collected by Russ Hanson later, the paper copy will be folded, enveloped, stamped and mailed out to the 50 paper-copy folks. It costs 44 cents for postage, another 25 cents for paper, ink, and envelopes and we printed it in black and white. Most of the paper ones will be read and tossed in the recycling, like paper newspapers are now. We haven’t moved to electronically sent Christmas newsletters yet—still sending them by mail, but with the post office considering shrinking their delivery while raising rates, we may head that direction as soon as we get the e-mail addresses of more of our friends. The two sheets of paper, envelope, stamp, address label, return address label, and the labor to sort and deliver the paper copy is quite overwhelming when you think of it. Just sending Christmas greetings and the boring things we have done in the past year probably took a tree or two, polluted the air, and in general wasted a lot of energy, especially when you send out a lot of cards like we do. You can read the Hanson 2011 newsletter at riverroadrambler.blogspot.com You can see a photo of the hardware removed from my knee there too or on Facebook. You can order the new 2011 collection of the Ramblings to Russ Hanson, 15937 Co. 27 Blvd., Pine Island, MN 55963. My e-mail is riverroadrambler@gmail.com where I welcome comments, complaints and sundry correspondence. The leg is recovering with a few dozen stitches to be removed in a few weeks and then a wait for the knee replacement until February. We have been talking about an escape south in January, although Mother Nature has been so mild with us this year, we haven’t felt pressed yet. Merry Christmas and happy New Year from the Hansons.
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Christmas spirit What in the world do leaping lords, French hens,
swimming swans and, especially, that partridge that won’t come out of the pear tree have to do with Christmas? Today I found out. From 1558 until 1829, Roman Catholics in England were not allowed to practice their faith openly. Someone during that era wrote this carol as a catechism song for young Catholics. It has two levels of meaning: the surface meaning, plus a hidden meaning known only to members of their church. Each element in the carol has a code word for a religious reality, which the children could remember. The partridge in a pear tree was Jesus Christ. Two turtledoves were the Old and New Testaments. Three French hens stood for faith, hope and love. The four calling birds were the four gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. The five golden rings recalled the Torah or law, the first five books of the Old Testament. The six geese a-laying stood for the six days of creation. Seven swans a-swimming represented the sevenfold gifts of the Holy Spirit: prophesy, serving, teaching, exhortation, contribution, leadership and mercy. The eight maids a-milking were the eight beatitudes. Nine ladies dancing were the nine fruits of the Holy Spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. The 10 lords a-leaping were the Ten Commandments. Eleven pipers piping stood for the eleven faithful disciples. Twelve drummers drumming symbolized the 12 points of belief in the Apostles’ Creed. So there is your history lesson for today. I’m not trying to preach, but I find it interesting and creative and now I know how that strange song became a Christmas carol.
Behind the
Signpost Bernice Abrahamzon put away. It was getting late, but I was wide awake, and put on my boots and outdoor clothes and went outside. The yard light was on and the yard was full of diamonds on the snow. At one side of the yard we had a log cabin playhouse and a swing hanging from an outstretched oak limb. I brushed off the swing and sat down on a beautiful winter night. Everyone else had gone to bed and I swung back and forth on the frosty night. I grew up with a swing hanging from a long, extended oak branch in our front yard. We used to take terrible chances and when we were swinging really high, we’d jump off. We took terrible chances and could have broken a leg. But tonight I just swung easily, enjoying the snow, the gentle motion of the swing. I thought about my Aunt Helen, my Aunt Marie and Uncle Harold, my Grandma Pauline, my Aunt Grace and Uncle Mitchell and blessed them all. I walked over to the edge of the road on top of our hill and looked at the streetlights in the village below. We had lived in so many places through the years and ended up in this little village of Lewis. Who would have thought? I walked slowly back to the house and got ready for bed. It was after midnight and a shining night on an evening like this, the baby Jesus might have well been born. O, holy night, and to all a merry Christmas. Until next week, Bernice
Do you remember? Compiled by Bernice Abrahamzon
50 Years Ago Six heifers and two steers died when they broke through the ice on Lone Pine Lake on the farm of Herb Byl, rural Atlas.-Over 800 children visited Santa when he came to the Frederic High School.Three Polk County men were inducted into military service Dec. 6, Gordon Carlson, Balsam Lake; Harry Hansen, Luck; and Robert Fenton, Frederic.-State hatcheries reported record production of muskellunge, about 200,000 fish, and credited the Spooner hatchery supervisor, Clarence Wistrom for his know-how.-Route’s Super Market, Frederic, had chocolate stars, 2 lbs. for 89¢, pork sausage, 3 lbs. for 89¢, and a 4-lb. bag of popcorn, 49¢.-At the Co-op Super Market, Frederic, you could buy four cans of pineapple for 89¢, canned pumpkin, 10¢ each, and register to win a complete Christmas dinner, including a 20-lb. turkey, drawing to be held Dec. 23.-Pictures of Bert and Eugene Lund, both in the Navy, appeared in the paper, along with their mailing addresses in California, where they were stationed.-This paper featured several recipes for Christmas goodies, including Scandinavian fruit soup and Dream Bars.-Zion Lutheran Church of Trade Lake had a Santa Lucia Festival, featuring young people from the church, including Betty Olson, Marcia Gabrielson, Beth Lindberg, Danny Carlson, Robert Melin and Roberta Anderson, among others, on Dec. 13.-Amery and Luck boys basketball teams were undefeated at three wins, no losses.
40 Years Ago
It was Christmas night long ago, and getting late. The children were in bed and their stockings were hung from the downstairs railing. Even my husband was snug in bed and the supper dishes from a supper of oyster stew were washed and
Lindberg Park dock gets a face-lift
Navy Airman Russell Burford, a ’67 Webster graduate, was stationed in Sigonella, Sicily.-Area Christian women’s groups had special guests, the Gamble Folk, to sing and speak at their meetings, Dec. 20 and 21.-Sponsors of the church pages included, from Frederic, Sears Roebuck and Co., Farmers Union Co-op, Ed-Mar Furniture & Upholstery and Hagberg’s Department Store; North Side Auto Clinic, Luck; Cushing Co-op Creamery; and Sam Williamson Roofing and Dair Stewart’s in Siren.-Pastor Donald Blodgett preached his first sermon in his new parish, Calvary Church of the Nazarene, SCF, Dec. 5.-Louis St. Angelo of Frederic and Willis Erickson of Balsam Lake delivered gifts to the Frederic Nursing Home on behalf of the Salvation Army.- Polk and Burnett counties were working on boundaries and reapportionment of supervisory districts.-Christmas greetings from area businesses filled more than four full pages of the Dec. 22 edition of the Leader.
20 Years Ago
The dock at Lindberg Park on Mudhen Lake has received a face-lift from the Mudhen Lake Sportsman’s Club. Pictured from the club is Jeff Westphal and Dan Heintz. Also Town of Daniels employee Jim Kolander. Gratitude is extended to Kolander and Johnson Lumber for their help with this project. – Photo submitted
Bremer Foundation funds Luck Library’s new exercise program
LUCK – Funded by a grant from the Bremer Foundation, the Luck Library has added two exercise classes for seniors to their programming schedule. Tuesday and Thursday mornings, people over the age of 55 can exercise at the Luck Lions Hall for $1 per class. The exercise program, Steady As You Go, is an accredited strengthening, stretching and aerobic workout designed to build muscle, improve balance and prevent falls. While the program is paid for through the Bremer Foundation, the programs are contracted through the St. Croix Falls Regional Medical Center, and physical therapy assistant Cheryl Whitman leads the workouts. The classes will be resuming Tuesday, Jan. 10, and sign-up begins on Monday, Jan. 2, 2012. Please call the Luck Library to sign up for a class and to get more information. Space is limited, but the library is hoping to add more classes that can incorporate all ages and levels of fitness, so please give them your feedback. Call and let them know who you are, your age, your level of fitness
and what times and what days an exercise class might work for you. The library phone number is 715-472-2770. The classes they are currently offering are Steady As You Go beginning level and Steady As You Go intermediate level. The intermediate class is offered every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., at the Luck Lions Hall. The beginner class, for those who have not been in a recent exercise program and have limited mobility and/or balance, will begin at 11 a.m. and go until noon every Tuesday and Thursday, either at the library/museum or at the Lions Hall, depending on how much space is needed. The class is open to everyone ages 55 and over – men and women, no matter their level of flexibility or mobility. Please call if you have any questions. Exercise is important at every age and you are never too old to begin. They can and will accommodate you. This is a great opportunity to get up and get moving at a minimal cost. Call early and get on the list. submitted
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Ultra Tool in Grantsburg was featured as a leader in state-of-the-art tool and die making.-The grand prize at the Burnett County Historical Society’s eighth-annual ice-fishing contest, set to be held Jan. 4 on Yellow Lake, was a 4x4 pickup from Larsen Chevrolet and Ike Walton Lodge, or $15,000 cash. To win it, you had to catch the tagged northern.-High snowbanks were blamed for three traffic accidents in Grantsburg.-Helen Chatleain, Town of Daniels, reported the top of a blue spruce growing next to her garage had been cut off while she was not home, apparently for someone’s Christmas tree.-The public was invited to performances of “Mrs. Applebee’s Christmas” at the First Baptist Church in Webster, Dec. 21 and 22.-Fans wearing offensive T-shirts would be denied admission to Lambeau Field, starting in the next season.-The Verona School District decided to scrap their 60-year tradition of having an Indian for a mascot. Ideas for a new mascot were being sought.
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TOWN TALK/COUNTRY CHATTER Hi everyone, are you all ready for Christmas? It’s hard to believe that it is just one week from today and it falls on a Sunday, which is really nice. I think I’ve been pretty good this year so hopefully Santa will have noticed. Actually I think all three of us dogs in our house have been pretty good, as well as entertaining, so we’re making our lists and checking them twice because we sure haven’t been naughty - just nice! It’s been very quiet at the shelter in the last week, not too many people visiting or phoning so hopefully things will pick up as we all enjoy visitors! Two of Cassie’s kittens have approved adoptions, Hope and Samantha, which will leave Halo all alone. Hopefully someone will adopt her soon too as she will really miss her sisters. Someone has shown interest in Duke too, so keeping my paws crossed that he finds a home soon as he is an awesome young guy. We have three new dogs in at the shelter, two strays and a surrender. The strays are Holly, a German shepherd who is a Rafe very pretty girl al-
Shelter
YAPpenings Sadie though a little unkempt, and Herbert, a small terrier mix. If you know someone who is missing their pet, I’m sure they’d love to come home for Christmas. The surrender we have is a cute long-haired Chihuahua by the name of Gizmo. He should be ready for adoption this week sometime. I don’t think I’ve told you about my friend Rafe. He is a short guy - maybe comes up to just above my knees somewhere but then I have long legs. We’re not altogether sure what breed Rafe is, a basset/Lab mix or a dachshund mix, but what we do know is that he is a great dog. He and Toby the beagle like to play together out in the yard and they have lots of fun. If you’re looking for a smaller companion, maybe Rafe or even Toby would be perfect! There are still a number of kitties at the shelter and unfortunately we can’t take any new ones in until some people come along and adopt one, or two, or more. We do get a number of phone calls
for stray cats but we just don’t have the room at the moment. I think I’ll tell you about Ilse. She is a young, black and Ilse white gal that loves to curl up on your lap for a snooze. Ilse is not a very big kitty but she makes up for her size with her big heart! “There’s just something about dogs that makes you feel good. You come home; they’re thrilled to see you. They’re good for the ego.” - Janet Schnellman All of us at the shelter, both four-legged and two, are wishing each of you a wonderful Christmas filled with love and happiness! May you and your loved ones be blessed. Have a great week, everyone, and stay warm. Licks and tailwags! The Humane Society of Burnett County is saving lives, one at a time. www.hsburnettcty.org. 715866-4096. License No. 267335-DS. We’re on Facebook too!
Happy Tails Arnell Humane
715-349-2964 We have one in bear country, I’ve been on the lookout for them ever since the papers reported they were in the area. A snowy owl has been in and out of the backyard for the past few days, much to the irritation of the local tree rats. They never know when he will be in so now they grab a few seeds from the ground and head for a tree. As I told you in past columns, we live in among the trees, big trees, and it is a great place for it to perch and survey the area for food, tree rats. He drops in late in the afternoon, and if the tree rats are in they take off for the trees and hang tight to the tree trunks therefore making it, I suppose, hard to pluck them off. How they know when he arrives is beyond me as I heard owls fly without making a sound. I was also surprised to see them hunt in daylight, as most owls are night hunters. Between the owl and hubby, the tree rats are nervous wrecks this year. Hubby has been at war with one fat tree rat that has taken to climbing the
Cassidy
Oliver
minded canine pal. Timber is older than Bosco at 1-1/2 years, but still acts like a puppy. He is a tall black and tan German shepherd. One of his ears stands up and the other flops over. Leela and Ariel are lovely adult females. Leela is a black Lab mix and Ariel is a red and white hound. All of our dogs have been spayed or neutered and are ready to go home today. In addition to Cassidy and Lanna, our cat room hosts a wide assortment of kittens and young adult cats. Spanky, Sonny, Griffin, Charlie and Chase are all young orange tabbies, some with mittens, some with white bibs, long hair and short. All are playful and full of it. Clementine is a 5-month-old mitted black and white tuxedo. She adores attention and will cuddle with you on the couch. Wendy is her younger clone, again with the mittens and tuxedo,
Siren news pole to his feeder on the back deck and raiding his feeder there. So far, no matter what block hubby has put up, that tree rat wins. Hubby has now taken to using a slingshot and has hit his mark several times but still he returns. Don’t know which one will give in, as they are both stubborn. Congratulations to Kaylin Ritchey on her baptism last Sunday at the Siren Methodist Church. I remember her when she was born and has now grown into a very nice young lady. Sympathy to the family of Benjamin “Ben” Schommer who passed away Dec. 5. Get-well wishes to friend Rudy Solomonson on Big Dunham Lake. Rudy had shoulder surgery last week and is recuperating at home. Congratulations to elementary school student Madison Thiex, middle schooler Aaron Ruud and high schooler Dennis Livingston for being chosen Siren Schools students of the week. Keep up your great work. You guys rock.
Friday, Dec. 23, as the center will be closed. Abby Brand was under the weather for a couple of weeks. Glad to hear she is feeling better. Ralph and I have been going for drives to enjoy all the Christmas lights. It seems like all commercial and private homes have done a great job of decorating. This is my favorite time of the year with all the
Bev Beckmark The annual Christmas dinner on Saturday was once again a huge success. There were many who enjoyed not only the meal, but listening to the Christmas music afterward. The Siren School seemed to be bursting out its seams. Let’s keep this event going. This year’s Lioness/U.S. Bank mitten tree has now been taken down and the items have been distributed. The tree was again a great success, a total of 269 items dressed this year’s tree. One hundred eighty-one pairs of homemade mittens, nine sets of hats and scarves, 49 homemade hats, three scarves, four pairs of slippers and 14 pairs of purchased gloves and mittens were distributed. The Siren Lioness wish to extend gratitude to all who contributed to the decorations of the tree. We really appreciate all your hard work, and they are really needed by many kids.
to see more women won this week. Thursday, we held the exercise session. Then we played Skip-Bo. In the evening, 500 cards were played with the winners Lloyd Knutson, Artiss Rosen and Darold Lundgren. On Monday, some of the members went to Lindstrom, Minn., to visit Brent and Diane Nelson and to
Nona Severson
Christmas displays. We have gone to several neighbor towns and enjoyed all of them. Hope the weather stays nice for all the travelers. Happy holidays to everyone. Until next time, stay warm and healthy.
Siren Senior news Tuesday started out with the exercises, followed by playing Skip-Bo. In the afternoon, games were played. Winners in Hand and Foot were Russ Adams and Jeanne Thomfohrda. The winners in Dominos were Ione White, Martha Lundstrom and Ione Meixner. Arlene Wendt, Artis Brown and BrenNel Ward were the winners in 500 cards. It’s good
Lanna
black and white; 4 months old. Baby Christmas kittens are hard to come by, but we have three young females. Lena and Anna are shorthair tabby and white 10-week-old kittens and Kiwi is 11 weeks with blue-gray and white longhair. She is the cutest thing you have ever seen. Visit Kiwi and all of our adoptable pets online at: www.Arnellhumane.org. Better yet, come to the shelter to visit and take one of them home for the holidays. All of the animals and staff at Arnell Humane Society wish you and yours a very merry Christmas holiday. Arnell Memorial Humane Society, 185 Griffin St. E., Amery, 715-268-7387 (PETS) or online: www.Arnellhumane.org.
Siren Senior news I do not have the names of the 500 winners as nobody gave me a list. Congratulations to all the winners. Spades winners on Friday were Barb Munger, Gerry Vogel, Nona Severson, Darleen Groves and Inez Pearson. Speaking of Spades, there will be no Spades on
Born at Burnett Medical Center:
A girl, Bailey Jane Surdey, born Dec. 16, 2011, to Mary Surdey, Cushing. Bailey weighed 8 lbs., 8 oz. and was 21 inches long. Grandparents are Sheila Todd, Pine City, Minn., and Randy Todd, Grantsburg. Great-grandparents are Margaret and George Anderson, Pine City, Minn., and Robert and Peggy Todd, Mounds View, Minn. •••
Born at Amery Regional Medical Center:
A girl, Genevieve Mae Tubbs, born Nov. 30, 2011, to Lisa and Jeffrey Tubbs, Turtle Lake. Genevieve weighed 8 lbs. •••
Born at Osceola Medical Center:
A boy, James Thomas Webster Hoyt, born Dec. 9, 2011, to Heather and Micah Hoyt, St. Croix Falls. James weighed 7 lbs., 5.5 oz.
Frederic Senior Center Hazel Hoffman
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Three of our long-term pets in waiting are wishing for a home for the holidays. Cassidy and Lanna are beautiful 1-year-old spayed brown tabbies that have been at our shelter since early October. Both of these girls are outstanding in loving personality and charisma. Oliver is an all black, 2-year-old neutered male pug mix. Oliver has been waiting for his new home since September. He continues to maintain a perky attitude but we all know that he would be so much happier with a family of his own. Christmas sales are everywhere and these pets in waiting are being offered at special adoption rates for the holidays. They are sure to be a very special Christmas present to yourself. Of course there are more pets in need of homes at the shelter. We have tiny to huge in the dog kennel. Ginny is a Chihuahua-terrier mix, all white and in your lap. Ollie is a happy white poodle-Maltese mix and Jenna is a Jack Russell terrier mix. Available in the medium-size package is Jack, the red merle Australian shepherd. Jack loves attention and has a natural ability to herd farm animals. Bosco is a bouncy adolescent. He is a tall Border collie mix with energy to play all day with a like-
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visit Diane’s shop. Christmas is creeping up on us. I’m not quite ready, but it will come anyway. So I guess we all have to do the best we can and enjoy the celebration. Have a happy holiday season. Visit us after the first of the year when you aren’t so busy.
I decided to start this week by wishing everyone a great big Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all of us at the Frederic Senior Center. Our center has been blessed this weekend with a great group of people who are putting on the live Nativity show at the Frederic Shelter. I hope that they had a big crowd both nights. Our lucky Spades players this last week were first place Joyce Thompson, second place Holly Stonesifer, third place Liz Ruhn and fourth place was Norma Nelson. The lucky 500 players were first place Susie Hughes, second place Rich Hustad, third place Nona Severson and fourth place was Bob Holmes. Oh, I must not forget the pool players. It seems they are playing or practicing every day. Maybe some of you real good players should come and join them and show them how it should be played. I am probably in trouble again. Our weekly routine is meals are served every week day but Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. Then Spades are played on Monday at 1 p.m., Pokeno is played every Wednesday and Friday at 1 p.m. and 500 is played on Thursday evening at 6:30. Starting on Saturday, Jan. 7, at 1 p.m., we will be playing Bingo. Hope you can all join us. Light lunch after Bingo. Everyone is welcome.
Academic news EAU CLAIRE - Commencement exercises for students at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire were Saturday, Dec. 17, in Zorn Arena. Local students who received degrees and their fields of study are: Amery Lillian Budke, Bachelor of Science, biology, Arts and Sciences; Brittany Frye, Bachelor of Science, biology, Arts and Sciences; Clear Lake Denise Fall, Bachelor of Science, elementary education, Education and Human Sciences; Kelia Shafer, Bachelor of Social Work, social work, Education and Human Sciences; Dresser Justin Holmdahl, Bachelor of Arts, psychology, Arts and Sciences; Hillary Rugroden, Bachelor of Arts, mathematics, Arts and Sciences; Kaydi Rugroden, Bachelor of Science, elementary education, Education and Human Sciences; Frederic Kristen Anderson, Bachelor of Business Administration, business finance, Business; Dawn Harlander, Bachelor of Science, elementary education, Education and Human Sciences; Jesse Swenson, Master of Business Administration, business administration, Business; Grantsburg Sarah Frommader, Bachelor of Science, nursing, Nursing and Health Sciences; Osceola Emily Brandt, Bachelor of Science, elementary education, Education and Human Sciences; Steven Dauscher, Master of Arts, history, Arts and Sciences; Nathan Graf, Bachelor of Business Adminnistration, accounting, Business; Webster Casey Ince, Bachelor of Science, elementary education, Education and Human Sciences. - submitted
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TOWN TALK/COUNTRY CHATTER Lewis At the Sunday Lewis church services, leader was Sylvia Schaetzel. Marlene Nelson was Scripture reader. Brad Alden and Scott Nelson served as ushers, Gloria Chell’s grandson Zachary Zelinski played several musical selections on the organ. Scot and Marlene Nelson, Carl and Star Warndahl read and lit the Advent candles. LaVonne Boyer presented gifts from the church to Pastor Tom Cook, Gloria Chell and
Starr Warndahl. Christmas Eve church services are at 4 p.m. and Christmas day service is the usual time of 8:45 a.m. Brad Alden sang “Mary Did You Know?” while accompanying himself on the guitar. The choir sang. Sylvia Schaetzel and Gloria Chell sang “Infant Holy, Infant Lowly” and Sylvia sang “O Holy Night.” A skit was presented, “A Christmas Caravan,” narrated by Marlene Nelson. Pastor Tom Cook, Carl
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Warndahl and Brad Alden portrayed three camels. Sheila Staples and Rick Abrahamzon were Sunday guests of Mike and Linda Herrick. They visited with Kristen and family of Texas, Korey and family of Wood Lake, Minn., Linda’s sister Susie of Oklahoma and Linda’s mother of Gilman. Pastor Tom has a very bad cold. Mary Jane Johnson underwent surgery at the Amery hospital last Friday and is now recuperating.
Bernice is not feeling well, learning she has diabetes and it’s hard to get adjusted. Merry Christmas to all our Leader readers. A group of carolers went out caroling Saturday afternoon and left a handcrafted cross at each home. So nice to be remembered. We will soon be saying goodbye to 2011.
Webster Senior Center The center looks very festive thanks to the Christmas elves (disguised as Gladys and Theresa). They always do a great job of decorating and we all appreciate it very much. We extend our sympathy to the family of Mary Martin, who passed away on Friday, Dec. 16. Mary was a longtime member and past president of the Webster Senior Center. Arrangements are pending but expected to be between Christmas and New Year’s. We also extend sympathy to the family of Larry Mulroy, who passed away this last week. Those who wish to be a voting member of the center in 2012 must pay their dues by Saturday, Dec. 31; contact Earl Boelter, treasurer.
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This is a very busy time of year and consequently we had a small but fun group for dime Bingo on Wednesday and we all enjoyed the treats furnished by Margel Ruck. There will be no dime Bingo on Wednesday, Dec. 28. We will resume on Wednesday, Jan. 4. Wii bowling for doubles will also begin on Wednesday, Jan. 4. I am sure it will be a fun time as always. We always need subs, so if interested please call me at 715-656-3583. We will not be playing cards and pool on Thursday evening through the winter. We will instead play Thursday afternoons from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., beginning Thursday, Jan. 5. It seems there is a general consensus that not many like to go out in the evening
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The Harmony HCE Club had their Christmas luncheon at Lavonne O’Brien’s home on Tuesday. Marilyn Kooiker was a special guest. LaVonne and Mike O’Brien attended Frederic’s Christmas concert Sunday afternoon. Tylyn was in it. John and Reeny Neinstadt were Monday shoppers in Duluth, Minn. They went to Eau Claire Thursday and returned home on Friday. They had supper with Natalie and Bud Flagstad on Saturday. Tuesday night supper guests of Rick and Judy Witzany were Elaine Paulus and Jack and Jeri Witzany. Jack and Jeri traveled to Rapid City, S. D., on Friday to attend their granddaughter Michelle Kringen’s graduation from South Dakota School of Engineering and Technology. Her parents, Patty and Mike Kringen, also attended her graduation. Michelle returned to her parent’s home in Big Lake,
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Minn. She will be going back to Rapid City to begin her master's degree in the spring. Marvel Merriam’s family, Dennis and Carol, Gary and Billie Gravesen and Mark and Julie Freeborn and family will be spending Christmas Day at the Greg Gravesen home in St. Croix Falls. Sympathy to the family of Larry Mulroy who passed away last week. The memorial will be held later in January. Jerry and Karen Hintz drove to Webster Friday to visit the Krauses. Jerry returned to Sturgeon Bay while Karen stayed to help get ready for their Christmas get-together on Wednesday. Jerry will bring Karl to Webster for a visit. He is home from Ohio State University. Karen and Fran Krause spent Sunday afternoon with Kent and Nancy Krause. They had lunch and supper with them and watched the Packer football game.
in the cold, so we will try this and then revisit the issue in the spring. Come and join us. Be sure to mark your calendars for the potluck on Saturday, Jan. 28. It is always a fun time and a chance to eat a lot, not to mention breaking up the boredom of winter.
little ones during this time of the year,” commented Fox. Participants will spend time indoors and outdoors, weather permitting, so parents should dress their children accordingly. Interstate Park is located in St. Croix Falls, onehalf mile south of Hwy. 8 on Hwy. 35. Nature story time is free of charge, but a Wisconsin state park sticker is required to enter the park. Annual passes for 2012 are $25 for Wisconsin residents or $35 for nonresidents. For more information call Fox at 715483-3747. - submitted
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Remember to check out the menus for the new year. If you have questions about the lunches, call Nikki at 715-866-5300. Merry Christmas and happy New Year. Hope to see you at the center.
Borderline news Any adult resident of the Town of New Dosey who is interested in serving as a town supervisor for a term from January 2012 until March 2013 should contact clerk Fran Levings at 320-242-3933. An appointment will be made at the town board meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 11. This appointment will fill a vacancy due to a resignation at the December meeting. The clerk must be notified by Thursday, Jan. 6. Fran and Dave Baker attended the annual bonfire party at the home of Dave Mason in Lake Minnesuing in Wisconsin recently. This is always a great opportunity to visit with friends, enjoy good hors oeuvres and have a book discussion before going outdoors to view the huge bonfire. On Sunday evening, the Woodland Church favored homes with a large group of singers of Christmas songs. They presented Ron and Sharon Proffit with a tray of Christmas cookies. We so enjoyed the music from all these people. Larry Kinblom has suffered another setback on Monday and was taken back to St. Luke's in Duluth, Minn. Ed Carlson, who was a resident at Trade Winds in Superior, has been moved to a facility in La Crosse. The senior Christmas party was held on Monday, Dec. 12, at the Northland Community Center. Eighteen seniors enjoyed dinner and music, and storytelling was provided by Jacque. The Arna Town Hall got a new roof to repair the
Wisconsin Interstate Park ST. CROIX FALLS – Mark your calendars. A popular program for preschool children and their parents will start up again this winter after the holidays at Wisconsin Interstate Park. Thursdays at 10 a.m., beginning Jan. 5 through March 29, 2012, naturalist Julie Fox will share a story and activity with preschoolers and their parents at the Ice Age Center. A 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. “It is a great opportunity for parents to get out to the park with their
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July 1 storm damage, and they also have a Web site up and running now, at WWW.ARNATOWNSHIP.ORG. Keep posted online to submit articles to this column, stay abreast of town business, find senior citizens meeting dates, and many other items of local interest. Alan and Judy Gustafson, Karl and Tammy Baer, Mike and Gwen Schaaf and Mary Picton attended the Webster High School Junior High and Senior High Christmas band and choir concert and dinner on Monday night. There was a good turnout despite the bad weather. The Dairyland Homemakers held their annual Christmas party on Wednesday night. Thirty-nine ladies attended this event, and a good time was had by all. Woodland Church held their Sunday school Christmas program at the church on Sunday at 2 p.m. Refreshments were served at the parsonage after the program. Woodland Church ladies will be having their day out at the parsonage at noon on Tuesday, Dec. 20. If you plan on attending, then bring a dish for the potluck dinner. Also bring a $3 gift if you wish to participate in the grab bag exchange. Everybody is welcome to attend. Karl, Tammy and Josh Baer, and Mary Picton attended Casandra Baer’s graduation from the University of Wisconsin-Stout on Saturday, Dec. 17. Casandra graduated magna cum laude.
Frederic Public Library Holiday closures
The library will be closed Saturday, Dec. 24, and Saturday, Dec. 31. The library will also be closed Monday, Jan. 2. Go, Wisconsin Badgers.
December movies at the library
Mark your calendar for movie time at the library the week of Dec. 26. Family movies will be shown each day at 3 p.m., and snacks will be available. Join us for an entertaining hour or two at the library.
Getting a Kindle or Nook for Christmas?
Learn how to navigate your Kindle or Nook and download audiobooks at the Frederic Library Tuesday, Dec. 27, and Wednesday, Dec. 28. Sessions will be held each day at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. to answer your questions. Please contact the library for more information.
Giving a gift to the library
‘Tis the season when many people generously give to their favorite charities and nonprofit groups. Consider the library when you make your year-end contributions – it’s as easy as writing a check, and we can give you a receipt for tax purposes. A gift of $100 or more will provide you the opportunity to have a leaf engraved in memory or in honor of loved ones and added to the donor tree plaque in the library entrance as a lasting remembrance. If you are interested in creating a donor leaf, please contact the library director to discuss your wishes.
Expand your mind – join a book group
The Thursday morning book group will meet at the library Thursday, Jan. 19, at 10 a.m., to discuss “Unbroken: a World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption,” by Laura Hillenbrand. This is the true story of Lt. Louis Zamperini who crashed into the Pacific Ocean in May 1943 and became a Japanese prisoner of war. The evening book group will also meet Jan. 19, at 6:30 p.m., to talk about “Sometimes a Great Notion,” a novel of an Oregon logging clan by author Ken Kesey. Copies are available at the library, and new members are always welcome at the book discussions.
Wednesday story time
Preschoolers and their caregivers are invited to attend a lively hour of books and activities on Wednesday mornings at 10:30 a.m. Do you like to share stories with children? We welcome guest readers – please talk to a librarian.
Keep up with what’s happening at the library
Find us on Facebook at Frederic Public Library. The Web site is www.fredericlibrary.org. E-mail us at library@fredericlibrary.org. Frederic Public Library, 127 Oak St. West, 715-327-4979. Library hours are Monday through Friday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Story time for preschoolers is held every Wednesday morning at 10:30 a.m.
Dewey - LaFollette Nancy Carlson, author and illustrator, gave a presentation to the Luck Elementary students. Carlson has written and illustrated 60 children’s books that address life’s concerns and celebrations from a child’s point of view. Her goal is to provide an optimistic message, and her characters treat their challenges with care and concern. She encouraged the children to write about their experiences and to also use their imaginations in their stories and drawings. Carlson demonstrated her technique for drawing her characters, but emphasized to keep it simple. – Photo submitted
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Mary Dunn, Donna and Nina Hines, Diana and Karen Mangelsen, Ruth Rydberg and Lorris McQuade were guests of Marlene Swearingen Tuesday. They enjoyed an afternoon of visiting and playing cards. Lawrence and Nina Hines went to Chaska, Minn., Wednesday and visited granddaughter Emily Hennagir and great-grandson Noah. Hank and Karen Mangelsen visited Ray and Marj Bestler Thursday afternoon. Lida Nordquist called on Nina and Lawrence Hines Saturday.
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Children at Lakeview UM Church presented their Christmas program Sunday morning. Pastor Starr’s older daughter and son-in-law, Leah and Kieran Adcock, enacted an Advent drama, “Mary and Joseph,” and his younger daughter Hannah sang two songs. Those at church were blessed by the Christmas message. Karen and Hank Mangelsen were lunch guests at the home of April, Dave, Patty and Mandy Close Sunday to celebrate Mandy’s birthday.
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Book clubs There will be no book club meetings this month - neither the regular book club or the mystery book club. I am trying to start a book club for men only. I have four men already interested in this idea, but we are looking for more members. Nook Our library was given a Nook through an LSTA grant from Northern Waters Library System. Our policy for the Nook was approved last week. It will be available for patrons for in-library use only. Hopefully, it will help people learn how to use a Nook and decide if they would like one of their own. Logo contest The library has invited Burnett County students to participate in designing a new logo for the library. The deadline for submission is April 2, 2012. Food for Fines During the month of December, our li-
ST. CROIX FALLS – As part of Festival Theatre’s mission, the last six seasons have included a range of opportunities for community actors to join the professionals onstage in roles of all sizes. During the run of “Inspecting Carol,” the cameo role of Betty Edwards was shared by three women recruited to play the part of the National Endowment of the Arts inspector making a site visit to the Soapbox Players. Mary Krebs, Carol Lenhart and Sydney Paredes each performed about six times and have found new levels of appreciation for what it takes to create live theater. “I never realized how much was involved in making a production,” said Krebs, “so many pieces have to come together to make it successful.” Krebs is from Burlington, (Chocolate City, USA) and is living in St. Croix Falls while she attends Hazelden’s Graduate School for Addiction Studies. She stopped by Festival Theatre to ask about volunteer opportunities and learned that there might be a role. She had always had an interest in performing and jumped at the chance to participate. For Lenhart, recruitment came from a bit different direction. As a board member of four years, Lenhart’s confidence and animated facial gestures were known to Festival’s Executive Director Danette Olsen who had ample opportunity to recognize that Lenhart would be a natural for the stage. Lenhart said, “Danette asked me one day if I would be interested in a small part and in a weak moment I said yes. It has been a very rewarding and educational experi-
brary will accept nonperishable food donations instead of money for fines on materials. The food collected will be donated to the local food shelf.
Meeting room and study room If you or your group need space to meet call Patti at 715-866-7697 to reserve your space. Our large meeting room holds up to 45 people and is even available after 7 p.m., when the library closes. e-books Our library system is participating in a statewide program to provide e-books through the Digital Download Center. This is available through our library’s online catalog. Available to all Wisconsin residents, the Digital Download Center offers e-books, audio books, videos and music that you can download to devices like iPods and other MP3 players, Kindles, Sony eReaders, Nooks and iPads (to name just a few.) For more information please contact the library at 715-866-7697. Lost and found policy Lost items will be kept for 60 days before they are disposed of. Preschool story time We meet every Wednesday all year long at 10:30 a.m. for good stories, companion-
ship and fun.
Holiday hours The library will be closed Saturday, Dec. 24, through Monday, Dec. 26, in observation of Christmas and also on Monday, Jan. 2, 2012, in observance of New Year’s Day. New adult books • “Locked On” by Tom Clancy • “Only Mine” by Susan Mallery • “Only Yours” by Susan Mallery • “Only His” by Susan Mallery •”Fall to Grace” by Kerry Casey Adult nonfiction • “Death in the City of Light” by David King • “Smart Medicine for Your Eyes” by Jeffrey Anshel DVDs • “Molly: an American Girl” • “Ancient Civilizations: Ramses’ Vision of Greatness” • “Larry Crowne” • “Cowboys and Aliens” Children’s books • “Meet Marie Grace” by Sarah Masters Buckey (American Girl) • “Meet Cecile” by Denise Lewis
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Carol Lenhart, Sydney Paredes and Mary Krebs. – Photo submitted ence. I have an expanded appreciation for the actors and some of the challenges they face and how professional they are. They take their work very seriously.” Lenhart grew up in Little Falls, Minn., and is a graduate of the College of St. Benedict. After she and husband Alan retired from their Twin Cities corporate careers a few years ago, they moved to rural St. Croix Falls to assist their daughter and son-in-law with their family business, Chateau St. Croix. About acting, Lenhart
said “I always knew it was a challenge for the actors and enjoyed watching them rehearse and prepare before each show. I found that even with my small part, it takes a lot of rehearsing offstage to learn my lines and be prepared to do my part.” For Paredes of Taylors Falls, Minn., the “biggest surprise was the focus on mindfulness and energy work that happened before any work began on the actual script. The exercises in ‘truthfulness’ that
Patrick (American Girl) • “Marie Grace Makes a Difference” by Sara Masters Buckey (American Girl) • “Troubles for Cecile” by Denise Lewis Patrick (American Girl) • “Cecile’s Gift” by Denise Lewis Patrick (American Girl) • “Marie Grace and the Orphans” by Sarah Masters Buckey (American Girl) • “Boxcar Children: Monkey Trouble” by Gertrude Chandler Warner • “Boxcar Children: The Zombie Project” by Gertrude Chandler Warner •”Boxcar Children: The Great Turkey Heist” by Gertrude Chandler Warner • “Hey Diddle Diddle, A Food Chain Tale” by Pam Kapchinske • “A Merry Little Christmas: Celebrate from A to Z” by Mary Engelbreit
Young adult books • “The New Girl” by R. L. Stine • “Thirst No. 1” by Christopher Pike Hours and information Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. For more information contact the library at 715-866-7697, Web site: webster.wislib.org. Online catalog: merlin.nwls.lib.wi.us/search.
director, Carl Lindberg, put us through created a deep connection among all of the cast members that created deep connections at an energetic level. My delight was noticing the synergy between theater work and my work as a leadership coach, especially as it relates to mindfulness, honesty and deep listening.” Paredes’s business, Breakthrough Leadership, requires regular travel around the country, especially while she is serving this year as president of the Minnesota Coaches Association. She and husband, Don Hansen, have provided guest artist housing to Festival Theatre actors over the last two seasons and “a couple of the artists who stayed with us or spent time at our home encouraged me to think about auditioning. I really had no intention of doing so, although the idea intrigued me. When offered the Betty Andrews cameo role, I jumped at the chance to experience the process.” Paredes went on to share an important insight, “through this experience I’ve come to believe that live theater is much more difficult than film. In film, the magic moment is caught the first time it happens, when a reaction and emotion is most authentic. Onstage the actor must find the magic over and over again.” Just two shows remain in the run of “Inspecting Carol” on Thursday and Friday, Dec. 22 and 23, at Festival Theatre and great seats remain for those performances. Call 715-483-3387 for more information or use the Web site at festivaltheatre.org. submitted
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Festival’s Featured Artist - Lee Hollis Bussie ST. CROIX FALLS – This week, Festival Theatre is excited to introduce Lee Hollis Bussie to Inter-County Leader readers. Bussie is a Chicago-land native who brings his comedic talents to the stage in a wonderful, laugh-out-loud performance as Walter in the holiday comedy, “Inspecting Carol.” “One thing everyone should know about me,” said Bussie, “is that I am super goofy. It’s contagious!” In yet another example of how life imitates art, and the meta-textual nature of Festival’s production of “Inspecting Carol,” Bussie plays a new company member at the fictional Soap Box Playhouse who tries desperately to fit in as the company of eight years puts up their traditional holiday production of “A Christmas Carol.” This includes their traditional four-day rehearsal process! Poor Bussie, as Walter, must suffer through the rehearsals, trying to catch up and find consistency enough to learn his lines. Sounds like a perfect role for a guy who likes to be goofy, and as audiences have been noting, it truly is a great role for him. “Audiences love watching Lee’s hilarious facial expressions,” said cast mate, and Festival’s associate artistic director Jaclyn Johnson. “He is always present and ready for whatever might come, and we’ve all had a lot of fun working to-
gether. There are times full-time career,” said when he is so funny and so Bussie. For many professincere, I have a hard time sional actors like Bussie, keeping my cool onstage! travel is both the price of He’s just so funny!” admission and one of the Danette Olsen, executive perks. While traveling director at Festival, echoed around the country for Johnson’s praise, saying, work may keep actors like “Lee is so talented, and we Bussie from buying some are so happy to have found furnishings, it also gives him. The role of Walter them the opportunity to could easily go unapprecivisit places like the St. ated in another production, Croix River Valley that they but our audiences have may not have seen otherbeen raving about Lee’s wise. And likewise, it’s high comedy and hilarious great for theaters like Festiperformance. He is so honval to bring in talent from Lee Hollis Bussie est onstage that it becomes all over the nation. easy for audience members Bussie grew up in Round to feel right there with him. We hope this Lake Beach, Ill., and began performing in will not be the last time the St. Croix Val- community theater productions at the ley gets to enjoy the performances of this ripe age of 9. He went on to study briefly very talented young man!” at Columbia College before getting his It’s always a pleasure to have new faces Bachelor of Fine Arts in musical theater onstage at Festival, and Bussie is no ex- from Western Illinois University. He ception. He brings with him training in learned a great deal at Western Illinois improvisational comedy, musical theater, University. “I got to work with the amazand experience on stages all over the ing acting coach Harold Guskin, whose country. In the past year alone, Bussie book I recommend to anyone interested has performed with the Charleston Stage in the craft. He told me something that Company in Charleston, S.C., Papermill has really stuck with me, ‘Don’t act in the Theatre in Lincoln, N.H., and at Cedar moment, live in the moment.’” Aside Point Amusement Park in Sandusky, from being a fantastic comedic actor and Ohio. very talented tenor, Bussie is also a sea“I’m very lucky to say that acting is my soned improv artist. “I have had an in-
terest in improvisation since I was a teenager. I took many improvisational classes growing up and continue to do so because the skill to improvise makes every actor better,” Bussie said. These skills came into play recently where Bussie and other former featured artists put on a holiday special at Festival Theatre with only four rehearsals. “Working with Lee has been wonderful,” said Olsen. “He brings such great energy and timing to ‘Inspecting Carol’ and his vocal talent really shined at our holiday special.” In the last few years, Bussie has had the chance to take on some very challenging roles, including Jamie Wellerstein in “The Last Five Years,” Lucien P. Smith in “The Boys Next Door,” and Tom Collins in “Rent.” In 2010 he also, appropriately enough, performed in “A Christmas Carol.” “It’s been really humorous to examine Dickens’ story with this twist, considering the nearly sacred way it is produced at regional theaters all across the country.” “Inspecting Carol” has just two performances remaining, Thursday and Friday, Dec. 22 and 23, at 7:30 p.m., at Festival Theatre. Call the Festival Theatre box office at 715-483-3387 to reserve your seats, or visit www.festivaltheatre.org or www.facebook.com/FestivalTheatre for more information.
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Exercise is the key to healthy aging by Tammy Berg Program Assistant, Interfaith Caregivers It’s all over the news; it’s in your favorite magazines. It’s on the commercials between your favorite television programs. It’s probably becoming a little voice in your head. Everything is telling you that you’re supposed to exercise! You hear that exercise is important for everyone, including older adults and adults with chronic health conditions. But you’re probably thinking that exercising is too hard or that you’re too old or frail. The truth is you can’t afford to not get moving. Low-impact exercise is the key to healthy aging. Exercise helps you stay strong, energetic and healthy as you age. Exercise can help you manage symptoms of illness and pain. It can help you maintain your independence and possibly reverse some of the symptoms of aging.
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Interfaith Caregivers Exercise is good for your mind as well as your body. It helps improve mood and memory. As you age, regular exercise is more important than ever to your body and mind. Here are some of the benefits you can expect from regular exercise: Important physical health benefits • Exercise helps you maintain or lose weight. • Exercise reduces the impact of illness and chronic disease. • Exercise enhances your mobility, flexibility and balance. Important mental health benefits • Exercise improves your sleep. • Exercise boosts your mood and selfconfidence. • Exercise is good for your brain.
A good exercise routine should include some cardio endurance exercises which use large muscle groups in rhythmic motions over a period of time. This type of exercise increases your body’s ability to deliver oxygen and nutrients to tissues and to remove waste. Cardio workouts get your heart pumping and you may even feel a little short of breath. Cardio exercise includes walking, stair climbing, swimming, hiking, cycling, rowing, tennis and dancing. You can also benefit from strength training, which builds muscle with repetitive motion using weights or external resistance from body weight, machines or elastic bands. Add movements that encourage flexibility. These activities challenge your joints’ ability to move freely through a full range of motion. This can also be done through stretches and moving or bouncing to keep your muscles and joints supple so they are less prone to injury. And finally, your routine should include actions that aid your balance. These exercises improve balance, posture and
quality of walking. This will help you reduce the risk of falling and fear of falls. Try yoga, Tai Chi and posture exercises to gain confidence with balance. So, are you ready to begin an exercise program? Congratulations! Committing to a routine of physical activity is one of the healthiest decisions you can make. If you’re not ready today, make it your New Year’s resolution. I’m going to! For a free DVD on everyday exercises, call Interfaith Caregivers at 715-485-9500. The National Institute on Aging wants to help you get started. If you or someone you know could use help with rides, visits, household chores or other non-medical services and you are a senior or an adult with disabilities living in Polk County, contact Interfaith Caregivers. We provide caring volunteers to help you stay independent at home. Phone: 715-485-9500, E-mail: interfaithcare@centurytel.net, or view our Web site: www.interfaithpolk.org.
Unity concert band and choir
Unity honors choir
On Monday, Dec. 12, the Unity concert choir welcomed the holiday season with “Crazy Christmas." – Photos submitted
The Unity High School students who were chosen for district honors choir concert that was held Tuesday, Dec. 6, at Amery High School were back row (L to R): Ross Kitson MacTaggert, Eric Kuske, Josh Kreft, Jennifer Vlasnik and Michelle Rindal. Middle row: Anna Luepke, Justin Mooney and Oliver Raboin. Front row: Tatum Kline, Rebecca Garvey, Xavier Foeller and Jenna Christensen.– Photo submitted
Dads and donuts
On Monday, Dec. 12, the Unity concert band performed several numbers throughout the evening.
Shown (L to R) are Josh Kreft, Justin Mooney and Ross Kitson MacTaggert singing a jazz rendition of “Frosty The Snowman.”
Luck Elementary students brought their dads to school early Thursday morning, Dec. 15. Over 250 students and dads found a spot to enjoy doughnuts, juice and more importantly, a good book. They read Christmas, nonfiction and fiction books that gave them something to enjoy, discover and talk about together. It is vital that parents model reading and support their children’s reading development by listening to them read. Shown (L to R) are Paul King with his daughter, Elise; and Joe and Jessie Lueck. – Photo submitted
Helping families in need
For five years, American Legion Post 143, Auxiliary and sons of the American Legion, of St. Croix Falls, have pooled funds for food and gift cards for families within the St. Croix Falls School District. This year they were able to help 24 families with gift cards of $50 each. Receiving the donation is high school guidance counselor Mike Wilson. Also pictured in front are SAL member Kevin Paulson and Auxiliary President Mary Chapin. In back (L to R) are: Jim Chapin, Chuck Hutton, Roland Mortenson, Wayne Hancock, Jeff Pfannes and Chris Chinander. – Photo submitted
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Church secretary's love of giving continues
by Mary Stirrat Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE — Faith Lutheran Church and the Balsam Lake community lost a generous and compassionate person when Mary Lou Bufkin succumbed to pancreatic cancer this past June. Bufkin had grown up in the congregation and had served as church secretary for the past five years. Her quick response to people asking for help, said Pastor Diane Norstad, was usually handled behind the scenes and characterized her care and concern for others. “Her heart was just wonderful for those in need,” Norstad said. “She will always be Mary Lou Bufkin missed.” This year, in honor of Bufkin and to carry on her caring spirit, the church established a giving tree. Placed in front of the sanctuary for the first Sunday of Advent, the tree was covered in tags with information on someone who is currently living at Serenity House or Community Referral Agency. Serenity House, a halfway house operated by the Salvation Army in Balsam Lake, is temporary housing for single individuals in transition. CRA, located in Milltown, is an emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence and sexual abuse. “I can’t imagine waking up Christmas morning in a shelter,” said Norstad. “But at least they will wake up to gifts.” The giving tree, said Deacon Guy Williams, typifies Bufkin’s caring nature. “She was a fantastic person,” he said. “She was always willing to give, and didn’t want to take.” Member Terry Anderson agreed, describing Bufkin’s philosophy as “pay it forward,” that of a “wonderful humanitarian” who was always doing what she could for others. “She had a smile on her face,” said Anderson, “and she would help anyone she could.” The church’s response, with every last tag on the Christmas tree now attached to a gift, is indicative not only of Bufkin’s compassion but also that of the entire con-
Bags of mittens and hats have already been taken from the mitten trees at Faith Lutheran and given to Unity School for students and families that need them. — Photo by Mary Stirrat Pastor Diane Norstad with the giving tree that Faith Lutheran Church in Balsam Lake is doing this year in honor of former church secretary Mary Lou Bufkin. — Photo by Marty Seeger gregation, she said. “You can see it’s not just Mary Lou who had a warm heart,” said Norstad. As pastor of the congregation for nearly four years, she said that she has found the church to be very caring and accepting of people from all backgrounds. In addition to the giving tree honoring Bufkin, the church also had two mitten
trees this year, which have been filled twice with hats and mittens to serve students and families at Unity School. “There are people in need of the very basics,” Norstad pointed out. “This was our way of remembering Mary Lou in a positive way and giving back to the community.”
Kirsten Bloom is the new secretary/treasurer at Faith Lutheran Church. — Photo by Mary Stirrat
Yearbook staff takes lead in Operation Help
FREDERIC - The yearbook staff chose to lead the school in Operation Help, a fundraiser to help local families who are hurting this holiday season. All money generated by students, staff, community members and local businesses helped in providing food, clothing essentials and
Brad Knauber and Jordyn Siebenthal, both yearbook members, are shown with presents that will be donated to 22 families in Frederic that are struggling financially. – Photos submitted
Maria Miller was the winner of the pie eating contest during the Operation Help fundraiser, sponsored by the Frederic yearbook staff.
gifts for 22 families in Frederic who are struggling financially. Activities the students organized and took part in included: money war and Hat Day, hot cocoa before school, pancake-eating contest during lunches, sundaes, pie the yearbook staff, sunglasses and
snowflake contest throughout the week. Local businesses contributing to the project were Bean’s Country Griddle, Daeffler’s Quality Meats, Frederic Grocery, Northwoods Bakery Cafe’, Siren Dairy Queen, The Skol Group, Bella Salon and U.S. Bank. - submitted
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Holiday Indulgence concert
Grantsburg by Priscilla Bauer Leader staff writer GRANTSBURG – Guests coming to the Grantsburg music department Holiday Indulgence concert were treated to a feast of the senses ,enjoying a delicious dinner and delightful musical selections presented in a festively decorated setting. The annual concert and dinner event, a fundraiser for the music
department, was held in the Grantsburg High School gymnasium on Sunday and Monday, Dec. 18 and 19. Audience members were treated to Christmas and holiday favorites performed by the Grantsburg High School bands and choirs. The afternoon meal and music ended with a sing-along of Christmas carols.
Under the direction of Grantsburg choral director Linda Benge, the Grantsburg High School choir performed several classic Christmas songs including “The Wassail Song” and “Carol of the Bells.”
Grantsburg instrumental director Andrew Schulz welcomed guests to this year’s music department’s Holiday Indulgence dinner and concert.
RuthAnn Pederson gave an instrumental solo performance of the classic Christmas song, “God Rest Ye Merry, Gentleman.”
The Travelers group performed “Little Drummer Boy/Peace on Earth,” then lightened the mood with their rendition of the fun holiday tune, “You’re A Mean One, Mr. Grinch.”
The Grantsburg High School Swingin’ Pirates Jazz Band, under the direction of Andrew Schulz, got the audience in a holiday mood with lively performances of “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” and “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” Clara Leonard and Whitney Oachs sang out as the high school choir performed several Christmas favorites during the Holiday Indulgence concert. Carter Lee (ABOVE) showed his holiday spirit while fellow drumline member Ryan Rauchbauer (BELOW) got ready for the group’s performance at the Holiday Indulgence concert presented last weekend in the Grantsburg High School auditorium.
All was well with the Holiday Indulgence audience as they listened to the Grantsburg High School choir perform the Christmas carol, “All Is Well.”
Rachel Diffee sang a solo during the ladies swing Choir’s performance of “The First Noel,” at the Holiday Indulgence concert.
Haley Burkhardt and Nick Lindgren got a warm audience response as they and other couples in the vocal jazz choir danced and sang to the tune “Baby, It’s Cold Outside.”
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Elementary Christmas program
Webster
These kindergartners, decked out in matching snowflake hats, perform in the elementary Christmas proJenna Ruiz performs a solo during Hayden Halonie, first-grader, sang a gram on Dec. 16. – Photo submitted the Webster Elementary Christmas solo during “Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Photos by Sherill Summer unless Reindeer” at the elementary Christmas program held Friday, Dec. 16. – Photo otherwise noted program on Friday, Dec. 16. – Photo sub- submitted mitted
These fourth-graders have the choreography down pat during this year’s Christmas A Webster kindergartner sings These first-graders found the microphone during the final program. – Photo submitted during this year’s Christmas prosong, “We Wish You a Merry Christmas.” gram.
Fifth- and sixth-grade Christmas concert
Webster
Webster's fifth-grade band members performed several numbers on Thursday, Dec. 15, during the annual Christmas program. The sixth-grade choir performed on Thursday evening, Dec. 15, under the direction of James Muss.
The fifthgrade choir entertained a full house during the Christmas concert held at Webster.
Sixth-grade choir members introduced the next selection with information on the song and composer. Shown are Taylor Nyren, Skyler Winkler, Austin Spafford and Simeon Wilson. – Photos submitted
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Holiday concert
Luck
The Luck High School band played several numbers under the direction of Jennifer Gilhoi (left) at the Luck High School holiday concert, Monday, Dec. 19. The Luck High School choir sang “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing.”
Soloists Dylan LeMay (left) and Sam Nelson sang “When Love Was Born.”
Haley Dikkers (left) and Julie Franzel sang a duet version of “Angel Carol.”
Junior Katelyn Dinnies sang the song “Breath of Heaven.”
Photos by Greg Marsten The Luck flute choir played a little Santa music.
Jazz band rhythm section with Tanner Nielsen, piano; Kalley Lunsmann, bass guitar; and Laurie Jorgenson, drums, set the pace for the band.
Mad City Money
Webster WEBSTER – Mad City Money took place at Webster High School on Friday, Dec. 16. Mad City Money is a simulation in which the students live out what their future could be like. To start the simulation the students are given a packet with information about them. This information includes items such as their monthly salary, their spouse, their spouse’s monthly salary, their student loan payments, their medical insurance, their credit card debt and their children. Once the students have the information about their future, they need to go through the different items in life like housing, transportation, entertainment, furniture and electron-
ics, clothing and personal care, wants and extras, meals, children, savings and debts. Their goal at the end of the simulation is to have made wise decisions in each area of their life to still have money in their checking account. They are given a checkbook and a debt card before visiting each booth for each of the area’s described above. At each booth there are volunteers trying to convince the students what they should buy, for example the sports car is a lot nicer than a four-door family car. The students need to make decisions based on their income and monthly balance as to what they can afford. - submitted
Tanya Johnson evaluating her options for groceries during Mad City Money. Leslea Wiggins writing out a payment for her real estate and utilities.
Joey Erickson and Matt Hophan picking out what activities they would like to spend money on for fun at the Webster High School on Friday, Dec. 16. – Photos submitted Anthony Dietmeier and Aaron Clay debating on what to purchase at the City Mall at Webster High School Friday, Dec. 16.
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AgStar's Fund for Rural America seeks scholarship applications High school students are encouraged to apply for $1,000 scholarships MANKATO, Minn. — The AgStar Fund for Rural America, a corporate giving program of AgStar Financial Services, is offering $20,000 in scholarships to help students in rural areas continue their education. High school seniors throughout
AgStar’s 69-county service area in Minnesota and Northwest Wisconsin are encouraged to apply. Seniors who plan to continue their education and pursue careers in agricultural fields are encouraged to apply for one of the 15 $1,000 scholarships available. In addition, the fund is awarding five $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors who have an agricultural background and plan to continue their education in any field of study. Applications will be accepted from
2011regional and state Conservation Poster Contest winners announced BALSAM LAKE – Amber Wetterau, Casey Thaemert and Jonathan Lien, all from Unity School, participated in the regional and state poster contest this fall. Amber placed first at the WLWCA regional contest. Casey placed second, and Jonathan placed first, all in their respective age divisions.
Amber received a participant certification, and Jonathan placed second at the state contest in their respective divisions. All three students placed first in the County Conservation Poster Contest in May, which allowed them to advance on to the regional and state contest. - submitted
Amber Wetterau, Milltown, placed first at the regional contest.
Jan. 1 – April 1, 2012. Students will be awarded scholarships based on their academic record, vocational promise, community service and leadership qualities. Applicants must have a grade-point average of 3.0 or better. There will be four students chosen from each of AgStar’s five regions in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Applicants must be residents of one of the 69 counties within AgStar’s territory. Wisconsin counties include Ashland,
Barron, Bayfield, Burnett, Chippewa, Douglas, Dunn, Eau Claire, Iron, Pepin, Pierce, Polk, Rusk, St. Croix, Sawyer and Washburn. Scholarships may be applied toward tuition at colleges, universities, technical or vocational schools. Students can get scholarship application forms online at agstar.com/enhancingamerica/fundforru ralamerica/Pages/HighSchool Scholarships.aspx. — from AgStar
WITC awards fall scholarships
NEW RICHMOND – Sometimes a scholarship can make the difference between attending college – or not. Recently, Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College Foundation announced nearly $17,000 in a variety of scholarships awarded to students at the WITC-New Richmond campus. Annually, the WITC Foundation awards more than $120,000 to WITC students collegewide. “The scholarship process is competitive,” says Natalie Landgreen, college advancement associate, WITC-New Richmond. “Students who apply must demonstrate the initiative, desire and potential to succeed and must be enrolled in at least six credits to be eligible.” Foundation scholarships are awarded twice each academic year and may be designated for a specific campus, program, high school, career area or other requirement. Celebrating its 100th year in 2012, WITC serves the educational and career needs of more than 28,000 residents of northwestern Wisconsin each year. With multiple campuses, WITC offers careerfocused associate degree programs, tech-
nical diplomas and short-term certificates, as well as customized training and technical assistance to the business and industrial community. In addition, WITC offers online and other distance learning opportunities, and provides a wide array of courses for personal or career enrichment. The college has four campuses, including Ashland, New Richmond, Rice Lake and Superior, and two outreach campuses in Hayward and Ladysmith. WITC is a member of the Wisconsin Technical College System. The college Web site is: witc.edu. Amery: Amy Stine, business management, $500 Robert Knowles scholarship. Balsam Lake: Meri Locke, preassociate degree nursing, $250 Vested Interested in a Notable Education scholarship. Osceola: Kristine Gustafson, accounting, $500 Robert Knowles scholarship; Christine Methvin, medical assistant, $500 Marvin and Bertha Getschel scholarship. St. Croix Falls: Derek O’Brien, ag equipment and power tech, $250 Ed Fiedler Memorial scholarship. - submitted
Businesses decorate trees at Good Samaritan ST. CROIX FALLS – It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas around The Good Samaritan Society, St. Croix Valley. Several local businesses came in to decorate Christmas trees, including the one in the chapel by Wildwood Flowers; the entrance, provided by Brick House Getaway; the nursing station, provided by Wal-Mart; and the one in rehabilitation, provided by Dalles House. The public is invited to stop by and view the decorations. - Special photos
Casey Thaemert, Centuria, received second place at regional contest.
This Christmas tree and decorations were provided by Brick House Getaway and is on display at the entryway of The Good Samaritan Society building.
Jonathan Lien, Milltown, received first place at regional contest and second place at state Conservation Poster Contest. – Photos submitted
These decorations for the chapel were provided by Wildwood Flowers.
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Students of the Week GRANTSBURG
FREDERIC
Jolie Bremer has been chosen Frederic Elementary School’s student of the week. She is in first grade and the daughter of Patricia Haaf. Jolie’s favorite activities in school are reading, math and playing outside during recess. She demonstrates exceptional classroom behavior and has a positive attitude. She is kind to her friends and always willing to help. She enjoys coloring and playing with dolls. When Jolie grows up, she would like to be a teacher.
Andrew Hochstetler has been chosen Frederic Middle School’s student of the week. He is in seventh grade and the son of Ed and Rosie Hochstetler. Andrew is involved in basketball, football, band and he mows lawns. He enjoys playing basketball and video games. He is nice to everyone, gives great effort in school and does well. He plans to go to school to become an engineer. His greatest influences in his life are his mom and dad.
McKenna Rognrud has been chosen Frederic High School’s student of the week. She is a junior and the daughter of Kim Rognrud. McKenna is involved in volleyball, track, band, bell choir, National Honor Society and youth group. She enjoys playing volleyball and visiting with family. She has a good sense of humor, is honest, kind to others, cares about her homework and is a good problem solver.
Kylie Blakeslee has been chosen Grantsburg Elementary School’s student of the week. She is in first grade and the daughter of Tracy and Amber Blakeslee. Kylie is kind and caring to others and is a wonderful role model. Her favorite subject is reading. When Kylie grows up she wants to be a fixer. She will fix houses and stuff.
LUCK
Mickenzie Wright has been chosen Luck Elementary School’s student of the week. She is in kindergarten and the daughter of Charlene Wright and Larry Wright, Jr. Mickenzie loves to color. Her favorite color is red. At school she likes to play with her friends. Mickenzie likes helping with the animals on her dad’s farm.
Matt Miller has been chosen Grantsburg High School’s student of the week. He is a freshman and the son of Kevin and Betsy Miller. Matt consistently comes to class with a positive attitude. He wants to learn new skills and is on task when given work time. He is a very hard worker. Matt enjoys hunting, fishing, snowmobiling and four-wheeling. His future plans include being employed as a construction worker or a roofer.
ST. CROIX FALLS
Avi Hulett has been chosen Luck Middle School’s student of the week. She is in seventh grade and the daughter of Andrea and Jeff Hulett. Avi is both intelligent and responsible. She is a highly capable student who really enjoys finding out why things are the way they are. She goes far beyond expectations in class and helps others around her. She is involved in FFA, volleyball and track. She enjoys hunting and learning about her ancestors.
Farrah Welch has been chosen Luck High School’s student of the week. She is a freshman and the daughter of Charlie and Johanna Welch. Farrah is an excellent student who is polite and courteous to peers and teachers, always participates in projects and is a great listener. She enjoys reading, going for walks, baby-sitting and listening to music. Her greatest influence in her life is her parents.
Porter Boche has been chosen St. Croix Falls Elementary School’s student of the week. He is in first grade. Porter likes to play with both of his brothers and he loves to hug his baby brother and make him laugh. He also likes to play football outside with his dad and his big brother. At school Porter likes recess the best but also likes to learn and is proud to say he knows his subtraction facts.
Korey Schlaeger has been chosen St. Croix Falls Middle School’s student of the week. She is in seventh grade and the daughter of Mike Schlaeger and Marsha Rambo. She has three brothers. She enjoys drawing, watching TV and going on the computer. Her favorite subject is science. Korey is great to have in the science room. She works hard as a student and has even helped fill in as zookeeper for the animals.
Ben Kopp has been chosen St. Croix Falls High School’s student of the week. He is a sophomore and the son of Carl and Christine Kopp and has a younger sister. Ben likes sports and hanging out with friends. He is in football, basketball, baseball and choir.
WEBSTER
SIREN
Cordell Fischer has been chosen Siren Elementary School’s student of the week. He is in fourth grade and is the son of Cherie and Len Fischer and the brother of Courtney. Cordell is very helpful in the classroom and makes good choices. He is also a hard worker who always does his best. In his free time, Cordell likes to go hunting with his dad. His favorite sport is soccer. Cordell admires his cousins because they are fun to hunt with.
Shilo Covey has been chosen Grantsburg Middle School’s student of the week. She is in fourth grade and the daughter of Sarah and Lucas Covey. Shilo is a great worker. She tries really hard to complete her work on time, to stay organized and she is always trying to do her best.
Amber Zak has been chosen Siren Middle School’s student of the week. She is in eighth grade. Amber is one of the hardest workers with which Mrs. McLain has ever worked. Amber will revise drafts of writing ad infinitum if that’s what’s needed to make the piece better. She will revisit the classroom until she has mastered just how a punctuation mark functions. Reports from other core areas and the sports arena suggest Amber displays the same ethic everywhere. She is respectful from start to finish.
Lucas Stiemann has been chosen Siren High School’s student of the week. He is a sophomore and the son of Philip and Sheryl Stiemann. Lucas is outstanding in academics, performing arts and leadership. He has been in both the St. Croix Valley Music Association’s honors band and choir. He is involved in 4-H and has played wide receiver for the Siren Dragon football team for two years. He enjoys fishing, hunting and reading.
Gavyn Brown has been chosen Webster Elementary School’s student of the week. He is in early childhood and the son of Shayne and Melissa Staege. Gavyn loves to play with cars, make airplanes and play with his friends. He enjoys listening to books and playing games. Gavyn just became a big brother last week. He always has a smile on face and is fun to have in the classroom.
Kayla Vantassel has been chosen Webster Middle School’s student of the week. She is in eighth grade and the daughter of April Vantassel. Kayla is a very focused student. She uses her time wisely, especially in study hall. She cares about everyone and makes sure that no one gets left out or left behind. She is involved in basketball. She enjoys camping, swimming, four-wheeling and basketball.
Ashley Davis has been chosen Webster High School’s student of the week. She is a freshman and the daughter of Kris and Brande Davis. Ashley puts a lot of effort into her schoolwork and always comes to class with a good attitude. Ashley is very polite and is friendly to both students and staff. She is involved in choir, student council, volleyball and track. She enjoys playing volleyball and watching TV.
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Hunter Panoch has been chosen Unity Elementary School’s student of the week. She is in third grade and the daughter of Stacy and William Panoch. Hunter has patience and understanding with her peers. She displays qualities of good citizenship and kindness and respect for others. Hunter is just an outstanding little girl.
Amber Ellsworth has been chosen Unity Middle School’s student of the week. She is in eighth grade and the daughter of Charles and Nona Ellsworth. Amber and her family recently moved here and she is a very welcomed addition to Unity Middle School. She works very hard, has a positive attitude, is kind and shows respect to her fellow classmates and her teachers.
Neil Kline has been chosen Unity High School’s student of the week. He is a sophomore and the son of Carol and Ed Kline. Neil is involved in band, student council, drama, 4-H, jazz fest and manages the girls basketball team. He enjoys woodworking and politics. After high school, he would like to attend UWMadison for political science, economics and English. Neil is always willing to lend a hand.
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CHURCH NEWS Sunday school program at Siren United Methodist SIREN – The Siren United Methodist Sunday school Christmas program took place on Sunday, Dec. 11, during the morning worship service. - submitted
Eternal
Perspectives Sally Bair
Christmas and the Cross
Front row (L to R): Annie Schultz, Savanna Staples and Estella Rudolph and Kristy Nyman, as shepherds and a sheep. – Photos submitted
(L to R): Mo Richter, Reed Ritchey and Grace Schultz played their parts in “The Greatest Gift,” presented by Sunday school students.
(L to R): Daniel Girard, Cordell Fischer and Sam Richter played the three wise men.
(L to R): Mandy Close, Kohl Kettula, Kaylin Ritchey and Patty Close sang a song for morning worship.
New members at Bone Lake Lutheran New members were received on Sunday, Dec. 18, at Bone Lake Lutheran Church. Shown (L to R): David and Elaine Draper, Mandy and Jamie Albee and their shepherds (children) Aisley, Logan and Kahlen. - Photo submitted
Long before Christ was born in a manger, Isaiah prophesied his birth. “Unto us a child is born, unto us a Son is given; and the government will be upon his shoulder. And his name will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” (Isaiah 9:6) You may have heard those words sung in Handel’s Messiah. Because of Isaiah’s prophecy-come-true, we can celebrate Christmas with joy and thanksgiving. For centuries, God’s people looked for the coming of the Savior. When watchful shepherds heard angels herald the good news of Jesus’ coming, they were so jubilant they left their post to follow God’s star to the stable where he was born. Most residents of Judea looked for someone who would release them from captivity of the enemy—the harsh rulers of the land. Perhaps that hasn’t changed. Perhaps some of us also look to Jesus, our Savior, as the one who will “make things better for us.” There’s more to Christmas than the birth of Jesus, however. For there can be no birth without death. The newly budded flower, the salmon roe, the embryo in a woman’s womb all live for a God-given purpose and then die. We can’t celebrate Jesus’ unique birth without celebrating the reason for which he came to earth—to die for our sins. Isaiah 53:4-5 states: “Surely he has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows … he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities; the chastisement for our peace was upon him, and by his stripes we are healed.” The good news is that although Christmas eventually brought Good Friday, it didn’t end there. The crux of the Christian faith is not in Jesus’ death, but in his bodily resurrection. Without the resurrection, we would have no Christmas to celebrate, no way to be reconciled with God. “If Christ is not risen, your faith is futile; you are still in your sins.” (1 Corinthians 15:17) We can celebrate his wonderful and miraculous birth with great joy! We can happily exchange gifts with those we love. We can be inspired by the words in Scripture that tell of the good news of Jesus’ birth, his death, and his resurrection. Lord, as we celebrate Your birth, help us remember that your death and resurrection fulfilled your purpose for our lives. Help us to share the good news of salvation this Christmas. In Jesus’ name, amen. Bair may be reached at sallybair@gmail.com.
Baptism at Siren
"Too Many Shepherds"
It has been a busy several weeks for the Siren United Methodist Church. ABOVE: On Sunday, Dec. 18, Kaylin Ritchey chose to be baptized at the Siren Methodist church. She is the daughter of David and Linda Ritchey, and is shown with family and friends. BELOW: Also on Sunday, Nov. 13, Carol Titel, was baptized and became a new member of the church. Bone Lake Lutheran Church was filled with shepherds on Sunday, Dec. 18. Their Christmas program, “Too Many Shepherds,” told the story of the birth of Jesus through the role of the shepherds abiding in the fields. As people came to worship on Sunday, they were greeted by a donkey and shepherds in the parking lot. Bone Lake Lutheran Church invites you to worship with them anytime. Services on Christmas Eve are at 4 and 10 p.m. with Holy Communion. Christmas Day worship is at 10:30 a.m. with Holy Communion. The church is located at 1101 255th Ave., five miles east of Luck on Hwy. 48 and south one-half mile on CTH I. - Photos submitted
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CHURCH NEWS Christmas/Advent church services AMERY – Broadcast times have been set for the showing of the ecumenical choir’s 2011 “A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols,” a service of Advent and Christmas songs and carols with Scripture readings relating to the season. Arrangements have been made with Lakeland Communications and Amery Telecom/Northwest Communications. Following are the Lakeland times: Sundays 8 a.m., Mondays 8 a.m. and 9:15 p.m., Tuesdays 1 p.m., Wednesdays 9 a.m. and 8 p.m., Thursdays 4 p.m., Fridays 8 a.m., Saturdays 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Christmas Eve 8 a.m. and 8 p.m., Christmas Day 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. Following are Amery Telecom times: Wednesday, Dec. 21, 5 p.m. and continuing through the evening. Christmas weekend, Dec. 23 through Dec. 26, continual looping with other Christmas programming. Wednesday, Dec. 28, 5 p.m. and continuing through the evening. These times are subject to change; please check the runners on your local access for any schedule changes. Contact James Beistle for further information, if necessary: jbeistle@lakeland.ws. - submitted CENTURIA – Fristad Lutheran Church Christmas Eve candlelight service, 4 p.m.; Christmas morning service, 9:30 a.m. Holy Trinity United Methodist Church Christmas Eve service, 4 p.m.; Christmas morning service, 8:30 a.m. North Valley Lutheran Church Christmas Eve service, 4 and 10 p.m.; Christmas morning service, 9:15 a.m. DANBURY – Danbury United Methodist Church will have a potluck on Wednesday, Dec. 21, at 6 p.m. and candlelight service at 7 p.m. Trinity Lutheran Church will have a Christmas Eve service at 4 p.m.
Yellow Lake Lutheran Church Christmas Eve services at 3 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. DRESSER – Bethesda Lutheran Church Christmas worship schedule is Christmas Eve, family service at 5 p.m., candlelight service at 10:30 p.m. (both with Communion); Christmas Day, 9 a.m. worship. FALUN – Trinity Lutheran Church, midweek Advent worship, soup supper 6 p.m., worship 7 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 21; Christmas Eve worship, 7 p.m. No worship service Sunday morning, Dec. 25, New Year’s Eve worship, 7 p.m. No worship service Sunday morning, Jan. 1. First Baptist Church Christmas Eve candlelight service, at 4:30 p.m.; no worship service on Christmas Day, no Sunday school on Christmas Day, nor New Year’s Day. FREDERIC – St. Luke United Methodist Church Christmas Eve service, 10 p.m.; Christmas morning service, 10:30 a.m. Crosswalk Community Church, Christmas Eve candlelight service, 4:30 p.m.; Christmas morning service, 10:15 a.m. RURAL FREDERIC – Zion – Grace Lutheran churches, Trade Lake and West Sweden, Christmas Eve, at Grace 3 p.m., at Zion 10 p.m. Christmas Day, 10 a.m. joint service at Grace. GRANTSBURG – New Hope Lutheran Church Christmas Eve candlelight services will be at 4 p.m.; Christmas Day worship service at 9:30 a.m. No Sunday school on Christmas Day and Sunday, Jan. 1.
LUCK – St. Peter’s Lutheran candlelight Christmas Eve service at 8 p.m. This service will touch your heart with congregation and choir songs taking you through the events of Jesus’ birth. Luck Lutheran Church Christmas Eve services: special vocal, organ and instrumental music concert, 3:30 p.m.; church service with full choir, 4 p.m.; church service without choir, 10 p.m. Christmas Day: service with full choir, 10 a.m. Bone Lake Lutheran Church Christmas Eve services with Holy Communion, 4 and 10 p.m.; Christmas Day worship with Holy Communion, 10:30 a.m. MILLTOWN – Milltown Lutheran Church Christmas schedule is Christmas Eve, vespers at 4 p.m., candlelight service at 10:30 p.m.; Christmas Day, service at 9:15 a.m., no Sunday school. SIREN – Siren United Methodist Church Christmas Eve service at 9 p.m. and Christmas morning service at 10:15 a.m. WEBSTER – First Baptist Church will have Christmas Eve service at 4:30 p.m. Grace United Methodist Church will have Christmas Eve service at 6 p.m. and Christmas Day service at 9:30 a.m. Our Redeemer Lutheran Church will have a Christmas Eve service at 7 p.m. and Christmas Day service at 10:30 a.m. WOLF CREEK – Wolf Creek Methodist Church Christmas Eve service, 4:30 p.m.; Christmas morning, 8:15 a.m. - submitted
Our Faith Journey Sunday school Christmas program
Our Faith Journey Sunday school presented their Christmas program called “The Capital CH-R-I-S-T-M-A-S.”
LUCK – The Our Faith Journey Sunday school Christmas program was held Sunday, Dec. 18, during the 10:30 a.m. worship service at the Luck Lutheran Church. The junior youth are shown playing bell chimes during the prelude. Shown in front with their backs to the camera are Brooke Hetfeld and Jack Johansen. (L to R): Amy Gilhoi, Tasian Arjes, Isabelle Jensen, Brooklyn Petersen, Grace Thoreson and the one hidden by Pastor Ralph Thompson is Levi Jensen. The manger scene during the Our Faith Journey Sunday school Christmas program held Sunday, Dec. 18. Mary and Joseph, Brooke Hetfeld as Mary and Gage Johansen as Joseph, with Jens Henry Valdemar Johansen playing Baby Jesus. – Photos submitted
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OBITUARIES
Lois E. Anderson, 80, Cumberland, died Friday, Dec. 16, 2011, at Cumberland Memorial Hospital. She was born Nov. 13, 1931, in Cumberland to Arthur and Alice (Ordway) Zager. She was raised in Cumberland and graduated from Cumberland High School in 1950. Lois was married in Cumberland on April 15, 1951, to Milford Anderson. She worked with her husband on a dairy farm in McKinley and also worked at Irwin Co. for several years until her retirement. Lois enjoyed her crafts and sharing them with friends and family. Her greatest enjoyment was her grandchildren. Lois was preceded in death by her husband, Milford, on July 11, 1983. She was also preceded in death by son Michael; and sisters Muriel Nesvold and LaVerna Engesether. She is survived by daughters Debra (Barry) Wickstrom, Cumberland, and Rebecca (Dale) Bohn, Luck; grandchildren Brian, Justin, Jamie and Joe; great-grandchildren Landon, Tucker, Addison and Keenan; and brother Melvin (Betty) Zager, Cumberland. Memorial services were held Wednesday, Dec. 21, at Trinity Lutheran Church, McKinley, with the Rev. Neal Weltzin officiating. Burial will be in McKinley Cemetery. Honorary pallbearers are Brian Wickstrom, Justin Bohn, Joe Bohn and J. R. Shaffer. Skinner Funeral Home, Cumberland, was entrusted with arrangements.
Robert “Hot Shot” Belisle Sr. Robert “Hot Shot” Belisle Sr., (Zhiingwak), 66, Webster, died Dec. 16, 2011. Funeral services were held Tuesday, Dec. 20, at the Hertel Tribal Center. A full obituary will be published at a later date. Online condolences can be made at www.swedberg-taylor.com. The Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home, Webster, was entrusted with arrangements.
Bernice Christensen Bernice Christensen, 84, died Sunday, Dec. 18, 2011. Visitation will be held Wednesday, Dec. 21, 5 – 8 p.m. at the Edling Funeral Home in Grantsburg. Funeral service will be held Thursday, Dec. 22, 1 p.m., at the Trade Lake Baptist Church, with visitation one hour prior to service. The Edling Funeral Home, Grantsburg, was entrusted with arrangements.
Mary J. Martin Mary J. Martin, 70, Webster, died Friday, Dec. 16, 2011. A funeral service will be held Saturday, Jan. 14, 1 p.m., at the First Baptist Church in Webster.
Flora Belle Buck Flora Belle Buck, 90, resident of Frederic Nursing and Rehab in Frederic, died Thursday, Dec. 15, 2011. Funeral services will be held by Randall & Roberts Funeral Center in Noblesville, Ind. Flora Belle will be laid to rest at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens when a date has been finalized. Online condolences may be left at www.rowefh.com. Please continue to check the Web sites for updated information or call Bruce Rowe at 715-327-4475. Rowe Funeral Home of Frederic was entrusted with arrangements.
Arvid T. Friberg Jr. Arvid T. Friberg Jr., 86, resident of the Town of West Sweden, Frederic, died Monday, Dec. 19, 2011. Funeral services will be held Thursday, Dec. 22, at Calvary Covenant Church in Alpha, at 11 a.m. Visitation will be held at the Rowe Funeral Home in Frederic on Wednesday, Dec. 21, from 4 to 7 p.m. and again at the church one hour prior to the service. Online condolences may be left at www.rowefh.com. Please continue to check the Web site for updated information or call Bruce Rowe at 715-327-4475. Rowe Funeral Home of Frederic has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.
Betty Lou Moser
Donald F. Schwab
Betty Lou Moser, 79, a resident of Webster, died peacefully on Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2011, at her home. Betty was born on June 2, 1932, to Axel and Freada Olson in Siren. She attended and graduated from Siren High School. She married Martin Moser on July 30, 1955, and five children were born. Betty worked as an overseas telephone operator, which she was very proud of and later worked at Capeside Cove in Siren for 17 years. Betty was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Martin; brothers, Melvin and Lowell. She is survived by her children, Ken (Char) Moser, Kayleen Bremer, Sueann Radke, Scott (Brenda) Moser and Guy Moser; her siblings, Ray (Irene) Olson, Ken (Bernadine) Olson, Bonnie Olson, Leona Curtis, Janet Hokanson, Harlo (Barbra) Olson Sr. and Linda Barrett; along with 10 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held Saturday, Dec. 17, at 10:30 a.m., at Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home with Pastor Steve Ward officiating. Interment followed at the Oak Grove Cemetery, Webster. Casket bearers were Jeremy Bremer, Nick Bremer, Travis Moser, Nathan Hammond, Rick Doriott and Bill Bremer. Honorary casket bearers were Tabatha Moser, Amanda Warwas, Katie Doriott and Raelynn Hunter. Online condolences can be made at www.swedberg-taylor.com. The Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home, Webster, was entrusted with arrangements.
Donald F. Schwab, M.D., 80, Hayesville, N.C., passed away Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2011, at his residence following an extended illness. Dr. Schwab was a native of Milwaukee and a son of the late Harold and Anna Lavelle Schwab. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and served during the Korean War prior to earning his medical degree at the University of Wisconsin in Madison. He practiced for 20 years in rural communities in northern Wisconsin before moving to Hayesville, N.C., in 1982. He joined the Murphy Medical Center staff in 1983 and worked as a emergency room physician until retiring in 1989. As a youth, he had attained Eagle Scout rank and was an avid hunter, marksman and fisherman throughout his life. Dr. Schwab was active for several years with the Licklog Theater Players as part of the set building crew, and he also participated in the Clay County Arts council working at the museum and the Annual Festival on the Square. He was preceded in death by a son, Patrick Schwab; and grandson, Alex Schwab. Dr. Schwab is survived by his wife of 36 years, Beverly; one son, Donald Michael Schwab of Brown Deer; one grandson, Sam Schwab of Hailey, Idaho; Beverly’s four daughters, Juliana Cifaldi of Cumberland, Cecilia Pepera of Asheville, N.C., Rebecca Thurston of Franklin, Ind. and Anastasia Pepera of St. Paul, Minn.; and their six grandchildren. No services will be held at this time; however memorial contributions may be made in his memory to the N.C. Chapter of the Nature Conservancy, Attn: Treasury (Web/memorial giving) 4245 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 100, Arlington, VA 22203, USA, 800-628-6860. Townson Rose Funeral Home in Murphy, N.C., was entrusted with arrangements.
Harold N. Larson Harold N. Larson, 91, Edina, formerly of South Minneapolis, Minn., died Dec. 19, 2011, in Edina, Minn. Harold was born Feb. 22, 1920, in Osceola, Mich. Harold was preceded in death by his daughter, Nancy Carlson; and his parents, Norman and Elena Larson. He is survived by wife, Agnes; son, Jerry (Patty) Larson; four grandchildren, David, Daniel, Robert and Teri; six great-grandchildren, Kristy, Michael, Tiffany, Cheyene, Jacob and Noah; sister, Alice (Roy) Kollath; as well as many nieces and nephews. Service will be held Friday, Dec. 23, 11 a.m., at Zion Lutheran Church in Trade Lake. Visitation will be Thursday from 4-6 p.m., at the Morris Nilsen Chapel, 6527 Portland Ave. S., Richfield, Minn., and one hour prior to the service at church. Interment will be at the church cemetery. The Morris Nilsen Chapel in Richfield, Minn., was entrusted with arrangements.
Larry John Mulroy Larry John Mulroy, 71, Webster, passed away peacefully on Dec. 15, 2011, at Spooner Health System Hospital surrounded by family after a long fight with cancer. Larry was born on March 7, 1940, to John and Mamie (Revor) Mulroy. He worked as an electrician. John married Carol Haaf on Dec. 23, 1961. Together they raised four children of their own and were foster parents to many other children over the years. He lived a fulfilling life as a family man and enjoyed hunting and fishing. John was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Pete Mulroy, Maddie Scott, Arlean Thayer and Kathy Connors; children, Troy and Katy Mulroy; and grandson, Gage Mulroy. He is survived by his devoted wife, Carol; children, Mark, Laurie and Tim Mulroy; siblings, Ruth Swanson, Margaret Simonson, Dorothy Mulroy, Donald and Patty Nefs; 12 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren and many more family and friends. Celebration of life will be held at Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home of Webster, Saturday, Jan. 7, 2012, at 11 a.m., with Pastor Steve Ward officiating. Visitation will be held from 10 – 11 a.m. on Saturday at the funeral home. Lunch will follow at Hunters Inn on CTH A in Webster. Online condolences can be made at www.swedberg-taylor.com. The Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Webster, was entrusted with arrangements.
H. Blair Klein H. Blair Klein, 73, St. Croix Falls, died Dec. 18, 2011, of pancreatic cancer in St. Croix Falls. He was born Oct. 5, 1938, in St. Paul, Minn., to Horace Dudley Klein and Kate Watkins Skiles. He graduated from St. Paul Academy, Princeton University and University of Minnesota Law School. He served as an assistant attorney general under Doug Head. He then became the first Senate counsel serving in that capacity until 1971 when he and his family moved to the state of Wyoming. He practiced oil and gas law with Marathon Oil Company in Casper. He then moved to Buffalo, Wyo., where he was engaged in private practice until his retirement in 1999. He returned to Wisconsin to manage Big Rock Creek Farm in St. Croix Falls. He had wide ranging interests included forestry, conservation, hunting, fishing and cooking. He was also active in local government serving as justice of the peace for Buffalo, Wyo., and town clerk for the Town of St. Croix Falls. He is survived by five children, Horace “Hoddy” (Alesia) Klein, Philipp (Dr. Ann) Klein, Frederick (Jill) Klein, Daphne Klein (Zachary) Kaplan and Kate (Mike) McGoldrick; brother, Allan Klein; sister, Kate Minty Piper; 13 grandchildren and Eloise Morley. The funeral service will be held at First Presbyterian Church in St. Croix Falls on Friday, Dec. 23, 11 a.m. Visitation will be held one hour before the service. Pallbearers are Hod Klein, Phil Klein, Rick Klein, Al Clark, Allan Klein, Blair Piper and Scott Hansen. Honorary pallbearers are Alan Burnette, Myron Loughlin, Norton Cross, Tim Griggs, Harry Neimeyer, Tom Dewitt, John Larson and Peter Ward.
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CHURCH NEWS
Monitor grandparents excessive gift buying Q: My parents see birthdays and even minor holidays as an excuse to shower my kids with excessive gifts. I’ve tried to talk to them about this, but they don’t get the message. It looks like Christmas is going to usher in another avalanche of toys from Grandma and Grandpa. What do I do? Jim: You’ve probably seen those Tshirts that read, “Whatever happens at Grandma’s stays at Grandma’s.” Doting grandparents tend to overindulge their grandkids and then send them back home, where their parents have to deal with the fallout. Often, there’s little harm in grandparents wanting to “spoil” their grandchildren, so long as the kids understand that such occasions are regarded as the exception to the rule. But sometimes Grandma and Grandpa need to be reined in. If they’re repeatedly disregarding your wishes as a parent, you may be facing something bigger than the mere doting permissiveness of adoring grandparents. You need to take decisive steps to address the problem, albeit in a loving, respectful way that will not jeopardize the
Jim Daly
Focus on the Family
Juli Slattery
positive relationship you enjoy with them. We’d suggest that you and your spouse get a baby sitter and schedule a dinner out with your parents. Begin by letting them know how much you love and value them. Then tell them that you’re working hard to raise children who are not given to self-centeredness and materialism. Explain that although you appreciate their kindness and generosity, you’re beginning to feel that they are undermining your efforts by their actions. It would help if you can name specific incidents. Relate the details and tell them how these situations made you feel as a parent. Help them understand why it’s important for your children to be held to a consistent standard. They may feel hurt for a while, but it’s critical that you address the issue before it gets further out of hand. Hopefully, they’ll share your desire that your kids not become spoiled brats, and will fall
into line accordingly. ••• Q: My husband travels a lot with his job, and I am looking for a way to stay connected with him while he is away. Do you have any advice or suggestions that would be helpful? Juli: There are a lot of couples in your situation for a variety of reasons, including military deployments, staggered work shifts and corporate travel. It’s great that you recognize the time apart as a potential problem in your marriage and that you want to work on staying connected. Distance can easily become a marriage killer if you’re not intentional about maintaining and building intimacy. With modern technology, couples can creatively find ways to stay connected even when they can’t be in the same room. Find a mode of communication that fits your personalities and relationship. Some couples use Skype, others talk on the phone or text several times a day just to send quick messages about what’s happening. Other couples connect with deeper, less frequent communication. A good friend of mine keeps a journal for her husband while he is away. Every night she writes her thoughts and prayers in the journal for him to read
when he gets home. When you are home together, ruthlessly protect that time. That probably means saying “no” to some very good things. Make time to date each other, enjoy physical intimacy and talk through the business issues of marriage and family. ••• Jim Daly is president of Focus on the Family, host of the Focus on the Family radio program, and a husband and father of two. Dr. Juli Slattery is a licensed psychologist, cohost of Focus on the Family, author of several books, and a wife and mother of three. Submit your questions to: FocusOnTheFamily.com. Copyright 2011 Focus on the Family, Colorado Springs, CO 80995. International copyright secured. All rights reserved. Distributed by Universal Uclick, 1130 Walnut St. Kansas City, MO 64106; 816-581-7500. This feature may not be reproduced or distributed electronically, in print or otherwise, without written permission of Focus on the Family.
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ELCA churches to give free food SIREN/GRANTSBURG - Free food is coming to Burnett County on Thursday, Dec. 29, and will be distributed at both Bethany Lutheran Church in Siren and Faith Lutheran Church in Grantsburg between 5 and 6:30 p.m., on that date. A 40-pound packet of nonperishable food items will be distributed one per family at no cost to families that need food.
The distribution is being made under the administration of the ELCA Multiparish Task Force, an agency of Lutheran churches in Burnett and Polk counties that are affiliated with The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. The food is being provided by Second Harvest Heartland in an effort to address hunger issues in Burnett County during
the holiday season. Lisa Aune, spokesperson for SHH, said that data shows that Burnett is presently one of the counties in the state most at risk for hunger. She said that SHH hopes the food will help to alleviate some of that need. The seven congregations cooperating in this effort are Trinity Lutheran Church in Falun, Bethany Lutheran Church in Siren,
Bethany Lutheran Church in Grantsburg, Faith Lutheran Church in Grantsburg, Zion Lutheran Church in Trade Lake, Grace Lutheran Church in West Sweden and Pilgrim Lutheran Church in Frederic. - submitted
Church listings sponsored by the following area businesses: BREMER BANK, N.A. Full-Service Banking Member FDIC Frederic - Danbury - Siren
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Frederic, Wis. - 715-327-4236 Shell Lake, Wis. - 715-468-2314 Siren, Wis. - 715-349-2560 St. Croix Falls, Wis. - 715-483-9008
• Gravel • Sand • Rock • Topsoil • Track Hoe 715-554-0526 Frederic, Wis.
Printers & Publishers Office Supplies
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BEAN’S COUNTRY GRIDDLE Hwys. 35 & 48 Downtown Frederic Phone 715-327-5513
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Church Directory ADVENTIST
SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST - FREDERIC
609 Benson Road; Pastor Curtis Denney Sat. Worship 11 a.m.; Sabbath Schl. 9:30 a.m. ALLIANCE
ALLIANCE
ALLIANCE CHURCH OF THE VALLEY
1259 Hwy. 35 S., St. Croix Falls Sunday Worship: 9 & 11 a.m.
BIBLE FELLOWSHIP
BIBLE FELLOWSHIP
WORD OF LIFE CHURCH
Meeting in homes. Elder: Cliff Bjork, 715-755-3048 Sun. Fellowship - 10 a.m.; Wed. 7 p.m. LUTHERAN
LUTHERAN
BALSAM LUTHERAN CHURCH
1115 Mains Crossing, 1/2 Mile South Hwy. 8 On 110th St.; Sun. Worship 9 a.m.; Sun. School 10:15 a.m. Wed. Bible Study 8:30 a.m.; Wed. LOGOS 3:20 p.m.
BEAUTIFUL SAVIOR LUTHERAN (WELS)
Gene E. Jahnke, Pastor, 715-635-7672, Hm. 715-354-7787, Hwy. 70 at 53, Spooner Sun. Wor. - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. School & Bible Classes For All - 10:45 a.m.
BETHANY LUTHERAN - BRANSTAD
Pastor Jay Ticknor, 715-463-5746 3 miles So. of Grantsburg on Hwy. 87 Sun. Schl. - 9:30 a.m.; Worship - 11 a.m.
BETHANY LUTHERAN - SIREN
Hwy. 35, 1/2 blk. N. Main St. Interim Pastor Keith Rediske Pastoral Serv. 715-349-5280 Sun. School 8:15 a.m.; Sun. Worship - 9:30 a.m.
BETHESDA LUTHERAN - DRESSER (LCMC) www.bethesdalutheran.ws
Pastor Peter Rimmereid, 715-755-2562 1947 110th Ave., Dresser Sunday Contemporary Service 8:30 a.m.; Education Hour 9:45 a.m. (Starts 9/18/11); Sunday Traditional Service 10:45 a.m.
BONE LAKE LUTHERAN bllc@lakeland.ws
Pastor Mary Ann Bowman, 5 mi. E. of Luck on Hwy. 48, 1/2 mi. S. on I; Office - 715-472-2535 Pastor - 715-472-8153, 8:45 a.m. Prayer; 9 a.m. Sun. Schl. & Adult Bible Study; 10:30 a.m. Worship; 11:30 a.m. Fellowship Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays
CHRIST LUTHERAN (LCMS)
Pipe Lake CTH G & T, 715-822-3096 Pastor Steve Miller Sun. Serv. 10:45 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9:15 a.m. during schl. yr.; Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sun. www.christlutheranpipelake.com
CLAM FALLS LUTHERAN (AALC)
Pastor Gary Rokenbrodt - 715-653-2630 www.clamfalls-zion-aalcparish.net Communion 1st Sun.; Worship 10:15 a.m.; Sunday School 9 a.m.
FAITH LUTHERAN - BALSAM LAKE
faithlutheran@lakeland.ws Pastor Diane Norstad 715-485-3800; CTH I & Mill Street Worship 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 10:20 a.m.; Holy Communion 1st & last Sundays
FAITH LUTHERAN - GRANTSBURG
Pastor Victor St. George, 715-463-5388 Worship 9:30 a.m.; Sun. School 10:45 a.m.
FIRST EVAN. LUTHERAN
561 Chestnut St., Taylors Falls, MN 651-465-5265 Traditional Worship - 8:30 a.m.; Contemporary Worship - 11 a.m.
FIRST LUTHERAN - CUSHING
Pastor Dorothy Sandahl, 715-648-5323 or 715-648-5324 Sun. Wor. 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9 a.m.
FRISTAD LUTHERAN - CENTURIA
ELCA - 501 Hwy. 35, 715-646-2357, Mel Rau, Pastor Sun. Wor. & Holy Communion - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - 10:40 a.m.
GEORGETOWN LUTHERAN - ELCA
Rt. 1, Balsam Lake, WI (Fox Creek) Pastor Neal Weltzen; GT Office - 715-857-5580, Parsonage - 715-822-3001, TR Office - 715-822-3001 Wors. Serv. 10:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9:15 a.m.; Holy Communion - 1st Sun. of each month
GRACE LUTHERAN - WEST SWEDEN
Phone 715-327-4340, 715-416-3086, 715-327-8384 Pastor Theresa Riewestahl Worship 9:15 a.m.; Sun. School 10:30 a.m. Communion - 1st & 2nd Sundays
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN - FREDERIC
(Missouri Synod) Pastor Jody R. Walter, 715-327-8608 Sun. Schl. - 8:45 a.m.; Service - 10:30 a.m. Communion - 1st, 3rd & 5th Sun.
LAKESIDE COMMUNITY LUTH. - ELCA
CTH H, 1/2 mi. N. of CTH A & H on H Church Off. 715-635-7791 Pastor Bill Schroeder Sun. Schl. 9 a.m.; Sun. Worship 10 a.m.
LAKETOWN LUTHERAN - CUSHING
Pastor Dorothy Sandahl Sun. Wor. 10:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 10:30 a.m.
LUCK LUTHERAN
510 Foster Ave. E. Pastor Ralph Thompson Office 715-472-2605; Home 715-472-8424 Sun. Wor. 8 &10:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl 9 a.m.
MILLTOWN LUTHERAN
113 W. Main St.. W., Phone 715-825-2453 Pastor Nanette Hagen-Hinck Children’s Sunday Schl. 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays; 9:15 a.m. Sunday Worship
NEW HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH
Pastor Emory Johnson, 715-463-5700 www.newhopelutheranchurch.org 685 W. State Road 70, Grantsburg Sun. Wor. Serv. 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 11 a.m. Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays
NORTH VALLEY LUTHERAN
Pastor Maggie Isaacson, 715-825-3559 3 mi. W. of Milltown on “G” Sun. Wor. - 9:15 a.m.; Wed. Wor. 6:30 p.m. Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays
OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN, (LCMS) WEBSTER
METHODIST
METHODIST
ATLAS UNITED METHODIST
Pastor Carolyn Saunders, 715-463-2624 Sunday School - 11 a.m.; Worship - 11 a.m.
CENTRAL UNITED METHODIST GRANTSBURG
Pastor Carolyn Saunders, 715-463-2624 Worship - 9 a.m.; Sunday School - 10:30 a.m.
DANBURY UNITED METHODIST
Cindy Glocke, Pastor, 715-866-8646 Sunday Worship - 9 a.m.
GRACE UNITED - WEBSTER
Cindy Glocke, Pastor, 715-866-8646 Sunday Worship - 10:30 a.m.
HOLY TRINITY UNITED METHODIST
Pastor Gerald Heinecke Church Phone 715-866-7191 Sun. Schl. - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Wor. - 10:30 a.m. Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays
Holytrinity@wisconsinumc.org 1606 165th Ave., CTH I, Centuria Pastor Freddie Kirk, 715-485-3363 Pastor Tammy Clausen Sunday Worship - 8:30 a.m.
PEACE LUTHERAN - DRESSER (ELCA)
LAKEVIEW UNITED - HERTEL
2355 Clark Road, Dresser, WI, 715-755-2515 Web site: plcdresser.org Pastor Wayne Deloach, Intern Melissa Carmack Sun. Wor. 8:30 & 11 a.m., Sun. Schl. 9:35 a.m.
PILGRIM LUTHERAN - FREDERIC (ELCA)
Pastor Jack Starr Wor. - 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - during worship hour
LEWIS MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST Tom Cook, Pastor Worship 8:45 a.m.; Sunday Schl. 10 a.m.
Interim Pastor Andrew Hinwood 507 Wisconsin Ave. N., 715-327-8012 Sun. Worship - 10 a.m. Holy Communion 1st & 2nd Sundays www.pilgrimlutheranfrederic.org
McKINLEY UNITED METHODIST
REDEEMER EV. LUTHERAN
oumc@centurytel.net 306 River Street, Osceola, 715-755-2275 Pastor Mark Gilbert Adult Class - 8:30 a.m.; Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Worship - 10 a.m.; Holy Communion 1st Sunday
(Wisconsin Synod) Pastor Gene DeVries 200 N. Adams St., St. Croix Falls Sun. Wor. - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - 8:30 a.m.
ST. JOHN’S EV. LUTHERAN (Wis. Synod)
350 Michigan Ave., Centuria Sun. Worship - 10:45 a.m.; Sun. School - 10 a.m.
ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN - LCMC
1614 CTH B, North Luck, Pastor Rob Lubben Sunday Worship - 9 a.m. Contact Leslie Valentine, 715-646-2390; E-mail: leslie56@centurytel.net
SHEPHERD OF THE VALLEY LUTHERAN
(Missouri Synod) 140 Madison St. South, St. Croix Falls Pastor Mark K. Schoen Sun. Service - 9 a.m.; Sun.School - 10:30 a.m.
TRINITY LUTHERAN - ELCA
Pastor Annie Tricker Sun. Worship 11 a.m.; Sun. School 11 a.m. Potluck dinner 1st Sunday
OSCEOLA UNITED METHODIST
ST. CROIX FALLS UNITED METHODIST
Rev. Mike Weaver Sunday Worship Service - 10 a.m. Sunday School is at 9 a.m., Nursery available
ST. LUKE UNITED - FREDERIC
Pastor Arveda “Freddie” Kirk, 715-327-4436 Pastor Tammy Clausen Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.
SIREN UNITED METHODIST
Tom Cook, Pastor Sunday School 9 a.m. Worship - 10:15 a.m. (Nursery available)
10 mi. W. of Cumberland on Hwy. 48 (McKinley) - Pastor Neal Weltzin GT Office 715-857-5580, Parsonage 715-8223001, TR Office - 715-822-3001 Wor. Serv. - 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - 10:15 a.m. Holy Communion - 1st Sunday
TAYLORS FALLS UNITED METHODIST
TRINITY LUTHERAN LCMS, DANBURY
Rev. Mike Weaver Sunday Worship - 8:15 a.m.
Pastor Gerald Heinecke Home 715-327-8608; Church 715-866-7191 Sunday Worship Service - 8 a.m. Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays
TRINITY LUTHERAN - FALUN
Hwy. 70 East, 715-689-2271, Pastor: Carl Heidel Worship 9 a.m.; Sunday School 10:15 a.m. Communion -Every Sunday
TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN OSCEOLA
300 Seminole Ave. (CTH M) Mark Kock, Pastor, 715-294-2828 Sunday Worship 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.; Summer, 9 a.m.
WEST DENMARK LUTHERAN
Pastors Mike & Linda Rozumalski 1 mi. west of Luck on N, 2478 170th St., Luck Sunday Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday School 9 a.m. Fellowship 11 a.m.
WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN - ELCA
Rev. Rexford D. Brandt 447 180th St., Osceola, 715-294-2936 Sun. Wor. 8 & 10:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9:15 a.m. Communion 1st & 3rd Sunday of the month
YELLOW LAKE LUTHERAN
1/2 mi. W. of Hwy. 35 on U, 715-866-8281, Pastors Douglas Olson, Roger Kampstra and Myron Carlson Services begin at 9:30 a.m.; Communion 1st & 3rd Sunday
ZION LUTHERAN - BONE LAKE (LCMC)
5 miles E. of Frederic on W, 2 miles south on I; Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:30 a.m. Communion - 1st Sunday
ZION LUTHERAN - EAST FARMINGTON (WELS ) Pastor Martin Weigand - 715-294-3489 Sunday Schl. 9 a.m.; Bible Class 9:30 a.m. Worship Serv. 10:30 a.m. Communion - 1st & Last Sunday
ZION LUTHERAN - MARKVILLE
Pastor Tim Faust Worship - 11 a.m.; Sunday School - 10 a.m. Holy Communion - 1st & 3rd Sunday
ZION LUTHERAN - TRADE LAKE
Pastor Theresa Riewestahl 715-327-8384, 715-416-3086 Fellowship - 10:30 a.m., Sun. Schl. 9:45 a.m.; Worship 11 a.m., Communion - 1st & 2nd Sundays
PRESBYTERIAN
PRESBYTERIAN
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN
Rev. Bruce Brooks - 715-483-3550 719 Nevada St. , (between Simonson & Tower Roads) , St. Croix Falls Worship - 10 a.m. (Nursery provided) Sun. Schl. - Child.- 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - Adults 8:45 a.m.; Communion 1st Sunday
290 W. Government Street, 715-294-4436 Reverend Dr. Rolland Robinson Sunday Service - 10 a.m. with nursery Sunday School - Sept. - May at 10 a.m.
WOLF CREEK UNITED METHODIST
COVENANT
COVENANT
CALVARY COVENANT - ALPHA
Pastor Scott Sagle, 715-689-2541 Sun. School 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Worship 10:30 p.m.; Elevator provided, welcome
SIREN COVENANT
Pastor Dave Guertin 7686 Lofty Pines Drive, Siren, 715-349-5601 Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday School 9 a.m.
UNITED COVENANT - CLEAR LAKE Pastor Dan Pearson Sunday School 8:45 a.m.; Worship 10 a.m. CATHOLIC
CATHOLIC
ASSUMPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY Rev. Thomas E. Thompson, 715-247-3310 255 St. Hwy. 35, East Farmington Mass Friday 9 a.m.; Sacrament of Penance Sat. 3:30 p.m.
CHURCH OF ST. JOSEPH
Pastor - Father Frank Wampach 490 Bench St., Taylors Falls, 651-465-7345 Sat. Vigil 5:30 p.m.; Sun. 7:30 & 10:30 a.m. Tues. - Thurs. 7:30 a.m.
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP
Danbury - 7586 St. Rd. 77, 715-866-7321 Pastor - Father Michael J. Tupa Mass - Sat. 4 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m. (Sept.-May). Reconciliation as per bulletin & by appt.
OUR LADY OF THE LAKES
Balsam Lake - Rev. John A. Drummy, Pastor - 405-2253 Mass: Sat. eves. 6 p.m.; Sun. 8:30 a.m.; Tues. 5:30 p.m.; Fri. 9 a.m.Sacrament of Reconciliation 7:30 a.m. Sun. or by appt.
SACRED HEARTS OF JESUS & MARY Pastor Father Michael J. Tupa CTHs A & H - 715-866-7321 Crescent Lake Voyager Village area. Mass Sun. 8 a.m., Thurs. 9:30 a.m. Reconciliation as per bulletin and by appt.
ST. DOMINIC - FREDERIC & IMMACULATE CONCEPTION - GRANTSBURG CATHOLIC MASS SCHEDULE
Pastor: Rev. Dennis M. Mullen, 715-327-8119 St. Dominic: Sat. 4:30 p.m.; Sun. 10:30 a.m. Immaculate Conception: Sat. 6:30 p.m.; Sun. 8:30 a.m. Call the office for daily & holy day Mass times
ST. ANNE PARISH
Rev. Thomas E. Thompson, 715-247-3310 139 Church Hill Rd., Somerset Mass Sun. 8:30 a.m.; Wed. 9 a.m. Sacrament of Penance Sun. 8 a.m.
ST. FRANCIS XAVIER
GRACE BAPTIST - GRANTSBURG
Pastor Father Frank Wampach, 651-465-7345 25293 Redwing Ave., Shafer, MN Sunday 9 a.m.
716 S. Robert St., Grantsburg, 715-463-5699 Sr. Pastor Brad Moore David Ahlquist, Assoc. Pastor Sun. Worship 9:30 a.m.; Sun. School 11 a.m.
ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST
LIVING HOPE CHURCH
Pastor Father Michael J. Tupa, 715-866-7321 Cedar & Muskey Ave. - Webster Mass Sun 10 a.m., Wed. 5:30 p.m. (Sept-May), Fri. 9 a.m. (Summer)
Pastor Doug McConnell Youth Pastor Chris Radtke At Grantsburg High School, 715-463-5794 Sun. Serv. 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 11 a.m.
ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC
Pastor Merrill Olson, Interim Pastor 715-327-8402 Sun. Schl. - 9:15 a.m.; Wor. Serv. - 10:15 a.m.; Nursery provided.; www.tradelakebaptistchurch.org
ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC
CHURCH OF CHRIST
1050 North Keller Ave., Amery, 715-268-7717 Father John Drummy, Pastor Sat. Mass 4 p.m., Sun. Mass 10:30 a.m. Mass Wed. & Thurs. 9 a.m. Rev. Thomas E. Thompson, 715-294-2243 255 E. 10th Ave., Osceola Masses: Sun. 10:30 a.m., Tues. 5 p.m. Thurs. at 10 a.m. at Osc. Nursing Home ASSEMBLY
ASSEMBLY
CENTURIA ASSEMBLY OF GOD Pastor Don Wiltshire, 715-640-6400 Centuria - Phone 715-646-2172 Sunday Service: 10 a.m.
OSCEOLA COMMUNITY CHURCH Pastor Larry Mederich, 715-294-4332 www.occconnect.org Mtg. @ St. Croix Art Barn; Sun. Serv. - 9 a.m. Nursery and children church
SIREN ASSEMBLY OF GOD
Pastor Andrew Bollant Sun. Schl. - 9:15 a.m.; Morn. Serv. - 10:15 a.m.; Supervised Nursery; Wed. Evening - Worship Serv. 6:30 p.m.
EVANGELICAL
EVANGELICAL
APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY (EFCA)
Pastor Bruce Tanner, 715-268-2176 942 U.S. Hwy. 8, Amery Sun. Schl. 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible study 7 p.m.
CROSSWALK COMMUNITY CHURCH
Pastor Greg Lund, 715-327-8767 700 Churchwood Lane; 505 Old CTH W, Frederic Sun. Schl. - 9 a.m.; Morn. Worship - 10:15 a.m.; Nursery provided for all services Sat. Worship - 6 p.m., Luck Senior Center
HOPE EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH Pastor Dave Williams 933 248th St., Osceola Morning Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday School Sept.-May 8:45 a.m. Children’s Church & Nursery provided
TRADE RIVER EVAN. FREE
Pastor Dale VanDeusen, 715-488-2296 or 715-488-2653 20296 Hwy. 87, Grantsburg Morning Wor. 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Schl. 10:45 a.m.; Nursery provided for all services BAPTIST
BAPTIST
EAST BALSAM BAPTIST - BALSAM LK. Pastor Gabe Brennan, 715-857-5411
Wor. Service - 9 a.m.; Sun. School-10:15 a.m.
EUREKA BAPTIST
2393 210th Ave., St. Croix Falls Pastor Willis Christenson, 715-483-9464 Sun. School - 10 a.m.; Wor. Service - 11 a.m.
FAITH FELLOWSHIP
Hwy. 35 and CTH N., Luck Bill McEachern Pastor, 715-485-3973 Sun. Bible study - 9 a.m.; Sun. Wor. - 10 a.m.
FIRST BAPTIST - AMERY
131 Broadway St., 715-268-2223; www.fbcamery.org; E-mail: churchoffice@fbcamery.org Reg. office hours: Tues.-Thurs. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Pastor Charlie Butt, Lead Pastor; Nick Buda, Associate Pastor Sunday Service: 9 a.m.; All ages Sunday School 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Nursery available
FIRST BAPTIST - FALUN
Pastor Steve Ward Sunday School - (all ages) - 9:30 a.m. Church Serv. - 10:45 a.m.
FIRST BAPTIST - MILLTOWN
Pastor Marlon Mielke, 715-825-3186 Sunday Schl. 9:45 a.m.; Worship 11 a.m., 7 p.m.
FIRST BAPTIST - TAYLORS FALLS, MN
Located across from elemen. school on West St., Pastor, Dr. Kevin Schumann; 651-465-7171 Sun. Morn. - Sun. School for all ages - 9 a.m. Morn. Worship - 10:15 a.m.; Nursery provided.
FIRST BAPTIST - WEBSTER Church Phone 715-866-4111 Pastor Tim Quinn Sun. School 9:30 a.m.; Worship - 10:45 a.m (Nursery Provided)
GRACE CHURCH OF OSCEOLA “The Cure for the Common Church”
722 Seminole Ave., Osceola Pastor Dr. Kent Haralson; 715-294-4222 or 715-755-3454; info@gracechurchosceola.com Sun.: Praise & Worship Serv. 9 am., Adult Bible Study 10:45 a.m., Children’s Sun. School 10:45 a.m.
TRADE LAKE BAPTIST
CHURCH OF CHRIST
CHURCH OF CHRIST - WEBSTER
Minister Garret Derouin, 715-866-7157 Musky & Birch St., Avail. in office 9 a.m. - noon, Tues.-Fri.; Sun. Bible Study 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:30 a.m. WESLEYAN
WESLEYAN
WOODLAND WESLEYAN
Dairyland - Rev. Andrea Wittwer 715-244-3649 Sunday School - 10 a.m.; Worship - 11 a.m.
FULL GOSPEL
FULL GOSPEL
WOOD RIVER CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP
Pastor Dan Slaikeu 4 mi. SE of Grantsburg on Williams Rd. Worship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m.
HOPE FELLOWSHIP OF SOMERSET 231 Bluff Drive, 715-247-2435 Services are Sundays at 10:30 a.m.
CHRISTIAN CENTER
CHRISTIAN CENTER
EL SALEM/TWIN FALLS CHRISTIAN CENTER
1751 100th Ave., Dresser Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Morning Worship 10:30 a.m. Evening Services Sun. 6 p.m.; Wed. 7 p.m. Call Pastor Darryl Olson at 715-755-3133 for information and directions
ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN
CHRISTIAN ORTHODOX
HOLY TRINITY ORTHODOX
523 1st St., Clayton, 715-948-2493 Fr. Christopher Wojcik, Pastor Saturday Vespers - 5 p.m.; Sunday Liturgy - 9:30 a.m.
HOLY CROSS ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN
Meeting at Zion Lutheran Church, 28005 Old Towne Rd., Chisago City, MN, www.holyx.net Sunday Worship Service 9:30 a.m. NAZARENE
NAZARENE
CALVARY CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE
510 S. Vincent, St. Croix Falls Pastor Tom Reaume, 715-483-3696 Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:45 a.m. & Wed. 6:30 p.m.
FAITH COMMUNITY
7535 Peet St., Danbury, 715-656-4010 Adult Bible Service 9 a.m.; Services: Sun. 10 a.m.; Sunday School during church service.
NONDENOMINATIONAL
NONDENOMINATIONAL
CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN CHURCH
2390 CTH A, 1/8 mi. east of A&H intersection Pastor Tryg Wistad, 715-635-9222 crossroadschurch@gmail.com Sunday Worship: 10 a.m.
NEW LIFE COMMUNITY - AMERY Interim Pastor Craig Jorgenson Sunday Worship 10 a.m.; Children’s Church: K to 6th Grade
NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY
Meets at Dresser Elem. School, Dresser Pastor Tony Minell, 715-417-1982 Sunday Wor. 9:45 a.m.; Sunday Schl. 9:45 a.m.
NEW WINE CHURCH - CENTURIA
309 5th Street, , 715-338-2751 Pastor Scott Petznick Sunday Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday School 9 a.m.
NORTHERN PINES FRIENDS WOR. GROUP
715-733-0481 or 715-733-0480 for time of meeting.
INTERDENOMINATIONAL
INTERDENOMINATIONAL
RIVER VALLEY CHRISTIAN
1289 160th St. (Hwy. 65), St. Croix Falls, 715-483-5378 Senior Pastors Paul and Sonja Hanson Sunday Adult Bible Class 9 a.m. Worship and Children’s Sunday Schl. 10 a.m.
ST. PETER’S COMMUNITY CHURCH “Faith on Purpose” (Love God, Love People...period) faithonpurpose.org CTH F, Dresser, 715-483-2911 Pastor’s res./office Sunday Worship 10 a.m.
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Holiday concert
Band director Patti Burns led the Frederic High School concert band through four songs at the Dec. 18 holiday concert, “Celtic Bell Carol,” “O, Worship the King,” “Still, Still, Still” and “A Jingle Bells Fantasy.”
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Members of the community joined with members of the Frederic High School concert choir, under the direction of Greg Heine, for the performance of the Hallelujah Chorus at the Frederic School Holiday Concert, Dec. 18.
Angel Henderson (left photo) was the soloist for the song “Noel Madrigal” during the Frederic Holiday Concert, Sunday, Dec. 18. Bradley Knauber (center photo) and Erik Stoner (photo at right) were soloists for the song, “Mary Did You Know?”
Pat Anderson guides the bell choir during Sunday afternoon’s holiday concert. The high school bell choir was set to perform at the Mall of America’s Main Stage on Wednesday, Dec. 21. Photos by Becky Amundson
Percussionist Mya Rivera keeps an eye on conductor Patti Burns during the performance of a song at the annual holiday concert at Frederic School, Sunday, Dec. 18.
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Coming events
DECEMBER
Happenings in the Upper St. Croix Valley communities
SUNDAY/8 Siren
• Head injury support group at Siren Covenant Church, 1-2:30 p.m., 715-349-8985.
THURS. & FRI./22 & 23 St. Croix Falls
MONDAY/9
• “Inspecting Carol” at Festival Theatre. 7:30 p.m., 715483-3387.
Amery
• Weight-loss surgery education and support at the medical center, 5-6 p.m., 715-2-68-0597.
THURSDAY/22 Grantsburg
TUESDAY/10
• Holiday open house at Grantsburg Public Library, noon6 p.m.
Amery
Siren
• Cancer support group at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 7 p.m., 715-268-6722 or 715-68-7290.
• Ruby’s Pantry at 24534 Hwy. 35/70. Open 1:30 p.m. Distribution 2 p.m., $15 donation.
SATURDAY/14
MONDAY/26
Amery
Balsam Lake
• Ruby’s Pantry at Congregational Church. Doors open 8:30 a.m. Dist. 9 a.m., $15 donation, 715-268-7390.
TUES. & WED./27 & 28
ONGOING Every Day
• Adoption support group, Unity High School band room, 7:15 p.m.
Cozy Corner
• Cozy Corner Trails, Inc., will host a snowmobile safety course, at Cozy Corner Trails building complex, 69 p.m. Preregister at 715-656-3855.
AA &/or AlAnon, Polk & Burnett counties, 715-931-8262 for time/location. Amery, 715-268-8431.
Divorce care support group at Apple River Community Church, 715-268-8360, 715-268-2176.
TUESDAY/27
Every Monday
Balsam Lake
• Polk County Alzheimer’s support group at social services building, 715-483-3133.
St. Croix Falls
• Open Arms hosted by Alliance Church of the Valley. Meal and fellowship, 5-6:30 p.m., 715-483-1100. • Alzheimer’s support group at the medical center, 1-3 p.m., 715-483-0431.
Crooked Lake Park in Siren is well lit again this holiday season, enough to make some passing motorists on Hwy. 35 pull over and take a closer look. Photos, or at least this photo don’t do the display justice, and a visit to the park is highly recommended. - Photo by Gary King • Blood pressure screening at Bremer Bank, 9 a.m.1 p.m.
St. Croix Falls
Women of Hope, cancer support group, at SCRMC, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., 715-483-0431.
TUESDAY/3
SATURDAY/7
Breastfeeding support group at the St. Croix Regional Medical Center, 2-3:30 p.m., 715-483-0431. Narcotics Anonymous meets at the Serenity House (old jail), Balsam Lake, 7 p.m., 612-205-2321.
• Cardiac support group at the medical center, 1 p.m., 715-268-0291.
• Ruby’s Pantry at the town maintenance shop, $15 donation. Open 9:30 a.m., distribution 10-11:30 a.m.
JANUARY
Grantsburg
MONDAY/2
• Free food distribution at Faith Lutheran Church, 5-6:30 p.m.
Siren
Webster
• Parkinson’s support group at the library, 2 p.m., 715689-2163.
SATURDAY/31 Amery
• Ruby’s Pantry at Congregational Church. Doors open 7:30 a.m. Dist. 8:30 a.m., $15 donation, 715-268-7390.
Every Tuesday
Bingo - Burnett County Moose Lodge, Siren, 6 p.m. Survivors of domestic violence & sexual assault support group, Polk Co., 800-261-7233, 6-7:30 p.m. Anger management group at Amery Regional Medical Center, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 715-268-4094.
THURSDAY/29 • Free food distribution at Bethany Lutheran Church, 56:30 p.m.
Indianhead Barbershop Chorus meets at the Balsam Lake Government Center, 7:30 p.m., 715-483-9202. Baby and Me class - Amery Medical Center, 1-2 p.m. Grief Share support group at Centennial Hall, Amery, 715-268-2176 or 715-268-8360. Moms In Touch International, First Baptist, Amery, 2 - 3 p.m., 715-268-5408, www.momsintouch.com
Clear Lake
• Compassionate Friends, Tri-County Chapter, grief support in death of a child, at First Lutheran, 7 p.m., 715263-2739.
Amery
Clam Falls
• Coffee hour at Clam Falls Lutheran Church, 9 a.m.
WEDNESDAY/4 Amery
• Early-stage Alzheimer’s support group at the senior center, 10 a.m., 715-268-6605.
Frederic
THURSDAY/5
• Chronic Pain support group at the medical center, 5-6 p.m., 715-483-0431.
Danbury
Grantsburg
• Feed My Sheep at Grace Church in Grantsburg. Doors open 8 a.m., distribution 9 a.m., 715-463-5699. • Guided snowshoe hike at Crex Meadows. Please preregister. 1 p.m., 715-463-2739.
Every Wednesday Every Thursday
Every Saturday
AA meets at the West Denmark Lutheran Church, rural Luck, 9 - 10 a.m. Open skate at The Lodge Center Arena, Visit the Web site: burnettyouthhockey.com for special times.
Every Sunday
Open skate at Grantsburg Hockey Rink, 4-7 p.m. Closed Christmas Day & New Year’s Day.
Misson accomplished
THANK YOU
On behalf of The Grand Idea Committee and the Frederic School District, we’d like to thank the following people for their generosity towards the purchase of the new grand piano at the high school. Frederic Lions Club Frederic Lioness Club Youth Sports Unlimited Corey Arnold, State Farm Insurance Christina Burnett, in memory of Dennis and Marilee Lipp Marie Weinzierl, in memory of Kay Heine Norman and Nancy Jensen, in memory of Kay Heine Ed and Mary Bechtel Frederic Chapter 239 of OES Frederic United Way Marvel Beckman Myrna Beckman Lori and Brian Lundquist Greg and Jill Lund
The Skol Group Doris Wilson Snow Neighbors of West Sweden Barry and Roberta Miller Lewis Memorial United Methodist Church Bremer Bank Clifford and Dellories Potter Frederic Class of 1953 Jim and Phyllis Meyer St. Dominic Catholic Community Gerald and Rebecca Tischer Ken and Kris Hackett A few generous anonymous donators
RAFFLE ITEM DONORS: Great Northern Outdoors, Frederic Jeff’s Small Engine, Milltown Linda Arnold, Bemidji, Minn. Avalon, Frederic U.S. Bank, Frederic
Frederic Promotion, Frederic State Farm, Frederic Frederic Hardware, Frederic Lakes Gas, Frederic Northwestern Electric, Frederic ShellMarie Arnold Jerry Tischer Josh Robinson Ray Draxler Gary King Frederic School Board
And to all those who put a buck in the pot in passing, our goal was set and made. We thank you.
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HONORABLY MENTIONED: Alison Martin Greg Heine Pat Anderson Patti Burns Deb Kylander Olivia Hunter Myrna Beckman
Members of The Grand Idea Committee gathered around Frederic Schools new grand piano following the annual holiday concert, Sunday, Dec. 18. Community donors made the purchase of the $9,000 piano possible (see ad at left) within a sixmonth fundraising effort initiated and coordinated by Corey Arnold State Farm with help from members of The Grand Idea Committee. Shown (L to R) are music instructor Pat Anderson, high school Principal Josh Robinson, Administrator Jerry Tischer, music instructor Patti Burns (seated), music instructor Greg Heine, Sandy King and Corey Arnold. - Photo by Becky Amundson