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GRANTSBURG - A table of remembrance has become a regular part of Veterans Day services across the country. This photo was taken at Grantsburg’s Veterans Day service, showing a small table which “occupies a place of dignity and honor.” It symbolizes the fact that members of our armed forces are missing from our ranks. “The table is small, symbolizing the frailty of one prisoner, alone against his or her suppressors,” reads an explanation in the program for the event. “The tablecloth is white, symbolic of purity of their intentions to respond to their country's call to arms. The single red rose signifies blood they may have shed in sacrifice to ensure the freedom of our beloved United States. This rose also reminds us of the family and friends of our missing comrades who keep faith, while awaiting their return. The red ribbon on the vase represents the red ribbons worn on lapels of thousands who demand, with unyielding determination, a proper account of our comrades who are not among us. A slice of lemon on the plate reminds us of their bitter fate. The salt sprinkled on the plate reminds us of the countless fallen tears of families as they wait. The glass is inverted, they cannot toast with us at this time. The chair is empty. They are not here. The candle is reminiscent of the light of hope, which lives in our hearts to illuminate their way home, away from their captors, to open arms of a grateful nation. The American Flag reminds us that many of them may never return - and have paid the supreme sacrifice to insure our freedom.” - Photo by Priscilla Bauer

Josh Rawlings to perform at St. Croix Falls

ST. CROIX FALLS - A native Minnesotan now living in Seattle, Wash., has a December tour in the Upper Midwest, including a stop at Festival Theatre on Wednesday, Dec. 1, at 7:30 p.m. in the Elbow Room, the clublike street-level space. Josh Rawlings is a pianist, keyboardist, composer and vocalist who was actually born in St. Croix Falls, which makes this concert a homecoming of sorts. At age 14, Rawlings moved with his family to Seattle, Wash. After high school he attended Cornish College of the Arts where he studied under jazz pianist Randy Halberstadt, two-time Grammy-nominated Latin pianist Jovino Santos Neto, composer and saxophonist Denney Goodhew, renowned jazz trombonist Julian Priester and saxophonist Hadley Caliman. Rawlings is in the greater Twin Cities area for three concerts following the Thanksgiving Rawlings holiday. During these performances he will perform with an extraordinary talent on trumpet, Adam Meckler, and upright acoustic bass player Graydon Peterson. The trio will perform Rawlings’ original jazz music mixed with some classic standards and not-so-standard surprises, such as Mario Brothers Nintendo music arranged for jazz ensemble, for example.

“This is a dream-come-true tour for me because most of my family and the friends I grew up with still have never seen me perform,” said Rawlings. In addition to his performance at Festival Theatre Rawlings will perform at the Dakota Jazz Club in Minneapolis, Minn., on Nov. 27 and the Clown Lounge (Turf Club) in St. Paul, Minn., on Nov. 30. Tickets for the 7:30 p.m. Josh Rawlings concert are $12.50 and advance purchase is highly recommended due to limited seating. Tickets can be purchased on the Web at festivaltheatre.org, by phone at 715-483-3387 or 888-8876002, or in person during box office hours. Festival Theatre is located in downtown St. Croix Falls, at 210 North Washington.- from Festival Theatre

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Kathryn Nesgoda was a nurse in Burnett and Polk counties for 36 years POLK COUNTY - Funeral services will be held Friday for Kathryn Nesgoda, 58, Grantsburg, who lost her life Friday morning, Nov. 12, when her vehicle collided with a school bus.

Polk County authorities were notified at 6:40 a.m. of the accident, which occurred on Hwy. 87, about three miles north of Cushing. Nesgoda was driving Nesgoda a Toyota Corolla southbound when her vehicle crossed the centerline, striking a northbound Grantsburg school bus operated by Michael High, 37, of Luck.

There were no children on the bus at the time of the accident.

High was taken to St. Croix Regional Medical Center for treatment of minor injuries.

Nesgoda was a nurse for 36 years, 32 of those at St. Croix Regional Medical Center in St. Croix

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A Toyota Corolla driven by Kathryn Nesgoda, 58, Grantsburg, collided with a school bus on Hwy. 87 north of Cushing last Friday morning, Nov. 12, claiming the life of Nesgoda. The Cushing Fire Department, St. Croix Falls Fire Department, Unity Ambulance Service and Polk County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene. - Photo from the Polk County Sheriff’s Dept.

Falls, where she worked in almost every department of the hospital over the years.

“She touched many, many lives as a mentor, teacher, friend, caregiver, wife, mother and grandmother,” noted Laura Jensen, SCRMC’s vice president of patient care. “She was one of the kindest, most patient and happy people you would ever know.

She would never say an unkind word about anyone and always had a positive, caring attitude.”

Nesgoda was preceded in death by her son Joshua, who died in a motor vehicle accident at Grantsburg in 2005.

Services will be held at Grace Baptist Church, Nov. 19, at 2 p.m.

A visitation will be held at Edling Funeral Home in Grantsburg on Thursday, Nov. 18, from 6 to 8 p.m.

A complete obituary appears elsewhere in this issue.

Peacock retires from St. Croix Valley Health Care Foundation board of directors NORTHWEST WISCONSIN After 14 years of service, Mark Peacock retired from the St. Croix Valley Health Care Foundation’s board of directors. Peacock’s initial involvement began in spring of 1996, when he took on the role of writer/editor for the foundation’s biannual newsletter.

Soon after, he was invited to join the board.

“Serving on the foundation’s Peacock board has given me a wonderful opportunity to work with a group of fine, high-minded people who are giving their time for a cause that’s greater than they are,” said Peacock. “It’s a very worthwhile endeavor that benefits many, many people, and I feel honored to have been a part of their work.”

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During Peacock’s tenure, the foundation’s endowment has grown significantly, “though I’d hoped to see it double during my term as president,” he said. Peacock also pointed to the impressive growth and success of the foundation’s annual gala dinner, for which he’s been the master of ceremonies every year, as well as the achievements of the annual golf tournament, and other foundation activities.

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• Briefly • MADISON — Video recordings of a three-hour videoconference seminar on the open meetings and public records laws are now available online.

The two-part series, consisting of a 90-minute program on open meetings and a 90-minute program on public records, includes material from statewide seminars held earlier this fall. These seminars are important in promoting a better understanding of Wisconsin’s open meetings and public records laws. “The information contained in these seminars are an essential component of effective citizen oversight of the workings of our democratic government,”said Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen. The videos are available at doj.state.wi.us/site/ompr.asp. from the office of the state attorney general ••• MADISON – The eighth-annual Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest, a process that has helped start-up companies get up and running with the help of prizes, mentoring and access to private capital, is open for entries for the 2011 contest season. The BPC has attracted about 1,800 entries in its first seven years, with roughly 160 finalists sharing in $1 million in cash and other in-kind prizes. The contest begins with a 250-word abstract that is filed online at govsbizplancontest.com no later than 5 p.m. Jan. 31, 2011. More information can be found at that Web site. - from the office of Gov. Doyle ••• CORRECTION: Information in a photo caption titled “Teen Pregnancy Awareness” in last week’s Leader contained information that was incorrect, according to Bonnie Chivers of the Polk County Health Deparatment. Chivers notes that the numbers cited as being Burnett County statistics were actually Polk County statistics and that the Polk County 2008 birth rates should read “One teenager under 15, 15 teenagers between ages 15-17 and 40 teenagers between the ages of 18 and 19.”

New high-tech system expected to improve road care

by Kyle Nachreiner Wisconsin Public Radio STATEWIDE - The state Department of Transportation is putting a new, $1 million system to work this winter, which officials say will make snow removal and road care more efficient.

Dave Vieth [veeth] heads the DOT’s Bureau of Highway Maintenance. He says the Maintenance Decision Support System takes past road treatment records, weather forecasts and GPS technology to figure out the best treatment for a specific route.

Vieth says with that information, his agency hopes to improve the efficiency of winter road maintenance “and better control the amount of salt that we use so we have just the right amount of material for the conditions that are present.”

The computer-based system would be used in maintenance garages across the state. Operators will send out real-time updates on road and weather conditions to plow drivers, with recommendations on how much plowing or salting is needed.

Vieth says other states with the system have saved on labor and materials. He expects to save money as well, to recoup the $1 million start-up cost for the new technology.

Judge Rasmussen announces retirement Polk judge’s surprise announcement to take effect at end of month

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – Polk County Circuit Court Judge Robert Rasmussen made a surprise retirement announcement on Friday, Nov. 12, to his friends and co-workers, stating in an email that he would be leaving the Branch 2 bench on Nov. 30.

Rasmussen officially informed Gov. Jim Doyle of his intention in a Nov. 9 letter, stating it has “... Rasmussen been an honor and a privilege to serve the people of the State of Wisconsin for the past 19 years.” He goes on to call his time on the bench “both an exhilarating and humbling experience.” He also thanked the people of Polk County for the opportunity. The Doyle letter was also carbon copied to Chief Justice Shirley Abrahamson and three state court officials.

The retirement announcement news spread quickly in legal circles and across the Polk County Justice Center and was immediately the source of speculation and questions about everything from his health and his family’s health to what happens next, due to the quick departure, and

See “Folding the robe” on page 4 whether the announcement was politically fueled, due to the pending gubernatorial change in Madison.

In reality, it is just the opposite; Rasmussen’s announcement was specifically timed as to not force a Doyle appointment, due to a stipulation in the law outlining bench vacancies between a spring election and Dec. 1, it means the vacancy must be filled at the succeeding spring election.

If his resignation had taken effect one day later, on Dec. 1, then it would have meant the election would have been held one year later, meaning either a gubernatorial appointment or extensive, 1-1/2-year-long need to use reserve judges to fill the bench vacancy.

Rasmussen said he timed the announcement as such, and “felt it was better to do as it was constitutionally designed ... so voters would have the right to choose the next judge.”

The judge also assured that his health was fine, as was his wife, Sheri’s.

“Actually, my good health was a factor in my decision,” he said.

Rasmussen has been a circuit court judge for over 19 years and an attorney for over 38 years, one of the few attorneys to have practiced law in all three of Polk County’s past and current judicial buildings. He was re-elected to a six-year term in 2009, with that term set to expire in 2015.

His prowess on the bench is noteworthy and elicited com-

ment from several sources, including his colleagues in the Polk County Justice Center.

Polk County District Attorney Dan Steffen praised Rasmussen’s attention to detail and level of concern, as well as his “razorsharp ability to pull a statute out of his memory.”

“He has the most incredible memory of statutory law and provisions ... such a wide range of areas. It’s fairly amazing,” Steffen said, going on to congratulate him for the decision on his own terms.

“Yeah, it came as such a shocker ... I’m glad to hear it wasn’t for health reasons, and I would have to say congratulations to him,” Steffen said.

Assistant District Attorney Stephen Dorrance was out of the office on Friday and said he was “shocked and surprised” to hear of the announcement.

“Just when I think I’ve heard it all,” he joked, later praising Rasmussen’s time on the bench as “commendable.”

Branch 1 Circuit Court Judge Molly GaleWyrick also seemed surprised and saddened by her colleague’s announcement and noted with a sigh that “it seems that things are changing all over.”

Judicial rules state that Rasmussen must be retired for at least 30 days before he is eligible to serve as a reserve judge, meaning he could possibly be the judge who would fill in for pending cases in his current

Branch 2 courtroom, while a new judge is chosen.

That judicial vacancy was also a fast source of speculation, as several names were bandied about in legal circles, some of whom have already confirmed that they are indeed interested in the position.

Attorney Jeff Anderson said he is spooling up for a run and also expected “several other attorneys” would be on the same track, enough to force a February primary before the April election.

“I’m throwing my hat in the ring. I think it’s the right time for me,” Anderson said, noting his own qualifications and span of legal experience in both Minnesota and Wisconsin in several areas of law.

Steffen also confirmed that he is interested in the vacancy, as are many local attorneys.

“Am I interested? Yes,” Steffen said. “It’s a position that I’ve always aspired for ... I certainly didn’t think it would happen this quickly, but, life happens!”

Rasmussen’s final day on the bench will be Tuesday, Nov. 30.

He noted in an interview that the quick announcement is for several reasons, including as to not allow attorneys to either adjust or avoid his court on pending or future cases, waiting for a new judge to be more or less sympathetic to their case or cause.

“Lame-duck judges are not nearly as effective,” he said with a smile.

First slap of winter brings down spirits, power lines

by Gary King Leader editor NORTHWEST WISCONSIN “Get used to it,” is the motto Wisconsinites like to use after the first taste of winter.

But the falling of nearly a foot of sticky, heavy snow - coupled with wind - on the heels of an unseasonably warm and sunny October, left a bitter taste for many as they felt Mother Nature could have smiled on us just a little bit longer.

And there was the inconvenience of hazardous travel conditions - and what has become the hallmark of bad weather everywhere - loss of electricity.

More than 6,000 residents in Burnett and Polk counties were without power, according to information from Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative and Northwestern Electric power company.

No information was immediately available from Xcel Energy, which provides power to parts of Polk County, but that company reported more than 200,000 throughout the Twin Cities metro area were without power at some point due to the storm.

Crews from Polk-Burnett Electric were called in at 9:30 a.m.

Saturday, Nov. 13, and worked throughout the day and night, according to Steve Stroshane, Polk-Burnett operatoins/ engineering manager.

A high of 800 of its members were without power by 7:30 p.m.

Saturday due to the weight of the snow causing phase wires and neutral wires to touch, with many lines going back out as fast as power was restored due to the snow causing the lines to sag. By 8 a.m. Sunday the majority of members were back online with an estimated 50 customers still without power.

Northwestern Electric reports their first outage call came at 8:55 a.m. and continued all day and

This snowman represents how some area residents felt after being hit with 6- to 14-inches of heavy, sticky snow over the weekend, creating dangerous driving conditions and power outages. - Photo by Gary King night Saturday and Sunday. The final outage call came at 8 p.m.

Sunday, due to a tree falling on a power line. The sticky snow and wind affected not only power lines but conductors, some of which were stuck together due to the ice and frozen snow.

On Saturday at 1:20 p.m., a burned-off power line “jumper” was discovered near the Webb Lake Substation but crews were able to re-energize the line by 1:45 p.m.

NWE reported a total of 5,500 of its customers were affected in-

cluding 376 in the Lewis area, 1,056 in the Siren area, 333 near the Penta substation, 1,726 in the Webb Lake area and 2,000 throughout the rest of the system.

Seven line crews worked up to 30 hours straight to restore power, according to a report from NWE President Mark Dahlberg to the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin.

The storm ranks high but not at the top of area pre-Thanksgiving snowstorms. That title still belongs to the Halloween storm of 1991 which dumped 2 to 3 feet of snow on northwestern Wisconsin over a three-day period.

Dozens of storm-related road accidents were reported but no fatalities.

One local law enforcement official offered a brighter side of the storm.

“It takes a good winter storm before everybody remembers to slow down.”

Trucks were lined up half a dozen deep on Friday, Nov. 11, at the Cushing Cooperative, as farmers tried to beat the pending winter storm coming the next day, while also capitalizing on maximum yield and low moisture content. The harvest traffic reportedly went all day long. - Photo by Greg Marsten

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Folding the robe

Judge Rasmussen discusses his reasons for retiring, court changes, concerns and more

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE - Judge Robert Rasmussen is sitting in his chambers, surrounded by family photos, notes with phone numbers and contacts, and a 10foot-long conference table piled with pending paperwork, files, correspondence and the week’s cases.

It is the first Monday after his surprise retirement announcement the previous Friday, Nov. 12, and he is in good spirits, coming off a long day of “intake” and scheduled appearances that included numerous small claims, traffic cases, several injunctions, and several return appearances on felonies and misdemeanors.

An hour earlier, he had cleared the courtroom to allow a woman to privately outline her child’s alleged abuse at the hands of others, his smoky baritone voice turning sincere and fatherly as he asks if she would rather have privacy on the matter. She nods her answer, unable to speak for the moment, as tears fall to the table in front of her.

Rasmussen’s voice then echoes across the blond wood of the Branch 2 courtroom as everyone in attendance quickly picks up their coats and steps into the hall. The door closes and the courtroom is closed to everyone but court officials for over 20 minutes as the woman tells her side.

There is no mention of the outcome when the courtroom reopens, and the woman leaves in silence, her tears seemingly quelled for the moment.

Last man out Rasmussen is almost two hours behind schedule and has to make a few calls to delay later plans. But he still shows the calm-voiced patience of a person who cherishes the importance of the proceedings and every word uttered is carefully weighed.

He notes ways another woman may want to approach an issue with a court injunction, assists her in using the appropriate filing form and also offers her the tenuous advice of a man who knows the concern a parent feels for their child or grandchild.

“I can’t give legal advice, miss. I’m speaking to you as a grandparent, a parent and as a man who has taken an oath to uphold the law four times,” he prefaces, quickly finding and reading the state statute regarding the definition of and difference between “abuse” and “neglect” in the eyes of the law, outlining who the woman needs to consult to remedy her allegations.

She is choked up, confused, frustrated and was in the Rasmussen’s courtroom earlier that day, with similar results on the same matter.

“OK. Thank you, Your Honor,” she says timidly, as the next person lines up to address the court. He happens to be a man in jail grays, with shackled hands and feet.

He shuffles up to the table with the help of a jailer and begins addressing domestic abuse allegations frankly and honestly, knowing the judge by name.

He is the last case for the day, and the rest of the court employees have left for the day, save for the court reporter, two assistants and the maintenance crew, who begin cleaning and buffing the tile floors outside the courtroom.

“They still going in there?” The maintenance man asks, making sure not to bump the Branch 2 doors with the cleaner. “I’ll leave the lights on.”

He gives a wink and moves on down the hallway.

In chambers The sun has long ago set and the west wing of the justice center is quiet as the judge rolls into his chambers and quietly hangs up his robe, taking a seat behind his U-shaped desk, addressing his retirement head on. He jokes that no, he won’t be filling a judicial vacancy on “American Idol”

Judge Robert Rasmussen shows some of his many "courtroom faces." - Photos by Greg Marsten or any other “secret plans.”

He pulls out the letter he sent to Gov. Doyle, reads the “short and sweet” announcement, pausing to find exactly the right words.

“Make no mistake, it’s a huge decision,” he said, looking across his glasses, adjusting his posture by leaning forward across the desk. “I have three fabulous sons and nine fabulous grandchildren. It was the right time.”

Rasmussen has made strenuous health efforts in recent years, notably losing lots of weight and becoming a renowned fitness advocate. He is an avid bicyclist and mentioned a recent physical, where the doctor noted as much. So health issues neither his own nor his family’s - were not technically behind the retirement.

But he also mentions again that his “good health is one of the reasons for the decision,” that he wanted to “choose the time and the terms” of his retirement, while also noting his own brushes with mortality with the recent passing of several of his good friends in recent months: Attorney John Schneider, who perished in a building collapse, and state Agriculture Secretary Rod Nilsestuen, who drowned over the summer. He also mentions other friends who were either caught by surprise or worked all their lives only to meet the Fates after too short a retirement.

“You can push the envelope too far,” he said with shrug. “And really, we have no promise of tomorrow.”

His concerns Rasmussen is just 63; young enough to enjoy his family and retirement, and comfortably set to still stay in the area and work in various service organizations, which he admits have appreciated his membership, and they also “wished they saw me at meetings more often.”

While the judge mentioned several reasons for leaving the bench, he also noted the growing workload, stress and demands of the system that have made the job of judge more difficult over the past two decades.

“I’ve watched a tremendous number of changes in that time,” he said, firing up his computer screen. “Not all of the changes are positive.”

Rasmussen brings up the Judge’s Dashboard, a software program meant to give him quick access to each case on his docket and for the day’s work. He notes that the screen is biased toward an odd function: Fully one quarter of the screen has an ominous bar graph, noting clearance rates of cases, time to deposition and other time/efficiency graphing, meant to keep close track of his time per case, with each being a constant reminder of where cases stand, according to state averages.

“The caseloads are increasing,” he said with a shrug. “And on the other hand, they say we must move the cases faster.”

Rasmussen blames no one in particular for the changes, but notes it is “a combination of reasons” that includes state, local and federal budget crises, as well as advanced computer tracking of case progress and access. While he thinks the digital access has been generally wonderful in opening the machinations of the courts to the public beyond just what the press covers, it has also had the “unintended consequence” of changing how the judicial system is evaluated. Combine a growing caseload with digital case tracking and you have the “concentration on

quantity, and not quality” of progress in the courts, he said.

“There is a saying among attorneys, that some cases need time to ripen,” he notes on how sentencing time allocation on felonies is expected to be wrapped up in an hour, but that he routinely schedules such a matter for two hours, from experience.

“That is one of the most important moments that person is going to have in life!” he says, leaning forward again. “It’s an opportunity to have an impact on that defendant ... that protects the public and makes it least likely that defendant is going to be back in court.”

Patience is paramount to being a judge, and that may be one thing that has fallen to the wayside with the strict time accounting.

“They have unrealistic expectations,” he said of court administrators, repeating the phrase several times during the hour.

He also notes that one of the main reasons for the dashboard time keeping-system is to make the case for more judicial help, and how court administrators will hopefully use the data to make the Legislature more aware of the realities of caseloads, justice and that the variety and unpredictability of cases may force some changes down the road.

“The reality? Polk County needs a third judge,” he said matter-of-factly, with a nod. “Pure and simple. But the budget crisis is very real. I know that.”

Rasmussen points out state data showing just such a need, that Polk County has a workload for over three full-time equivalent judges, and while an additional gavel is very unlikely with the budget crises, he sees numerous answers, including more specialized court commissioner duties, expansion of specialized prosecution – á la Milwaukee County, which has 46 judges who work on specific prosecutorial functions, such as traffic, small claims, homicide, etc.

While he notes that the budget issues leave counties and the state in dire straits to pay for current commitments, he thinks it may be time for the counties to seek their own solutions, either through expansion of the court commissioner positions or time, or with other, creative approaches, such as restorative justice or mediation, which Rasmussen said he plans to stay involved in, and thinks he has something to add.

“I think I’ve earned a reputation as someone who can come up with creative solutions to peoples problems,” he said.

His plans Rasmussen has had a longtime passion for Sayulita, a small Mexican village north of Puerto Vallerta, and hopes to spend more time there, as well as with his growing family and outdoors in the region. But he and Sheri plan on staying in the Amery area, and he does plan on staying involved as a reserve judge.

“I need that intellectual stimulation of working with cases, of working with the law,” he admitted. “I can’t just shut off the spigot!”

Rasmussen also hopes to continue and expand his involvement in local service clubs and organizations, and to “stay physically involved and engaged.”

But he is not shy in admitting that the physical and emotional demands of the job continue to grow and thinks he could keep going for much longer, if it wasn’t for some of the administrative paper chas-

ing the job has grown to entail.

“I love the work, but this is the right time to go - the time I choose, not a time when the Lord chooses it for me,” he said.

Success stories Rasmussen doesn’t get choked up easily, but he does on occasion when mentioning how some people have reacted to him over the years, noting how he has changed their lives or made a huge difference in their lifestyle. He recalls an incident in a Milltown store several years ago during a campaign, and how he thrust his hand out to a man, and introduced himself but was interrupted as the man recited what the judge had told him years ago during a sentencing hearing.

“He said, ‘I know you, your the man who changed my life forever one day,’ he then went on to recall about how I told he about ‘not finding answers in the bottom of a bottle,’” he said, nodding and smiling beneath his furrowed mustache. “It was classic Bob Rasmussen! Everything he told me ... but what he said still rings with me. He said,’you’re the man who changed my life!’”

The man told the judge he never took another drink, and “turned it all around.”

Rasmussen went from melancholy to serious, recalling how he once received a call from a man who recently completed a multiyear prison sentence, and called the judge at home [he’s never had an unlisted number] stating that they “needed to have a talk.”

The judge did meet with the man, at a secure location, and with some noted trepidation, but that they did have “a serious talk.” While the man was notably angry, he was also unbelievably thankful for being sent to prison.

“He offered to do speeches on his mistakes and about how it led to his time in prison,” he said, sitting up a little straighter and shaking his head. “So I took him up on it!”

Rasmussen has many of those types of stories and said he has a drawer for letters and correspondence from people he has affected positively, noting how they had been treated fairly in his court, and he mentions a recent letter from a father, thanking the judge for how he dealt with his daughter’s issues not so long ago.

“That was another case where he quoted me - almost word for word - using a phrase I use often about ‘not letting the tail wag the dog,’ about how we can’t let kids control parents or the court system,” Rasmussen noted with a slight waiver in his baritone. “That was a high compliment, that I’d changed his daughter’s life in a positive way.”

Rasmussen said he has been very lucky with the people he has worked with over the years, from other judges and court reporters, to attorneys and law enforcement officers, some of whom have had major disagreements with him, but they still respect and admire each other’s work. He said he takes great joy in watching a confident, well-prepared lawyer try a case in his courtroom.

“In reality, judges come and judges go.

But I will always cherish the memories of this job and the people I’ve worked with,” he said. “And I’m confident that Polk County is a safer, better place to live ... because of decisions I’ve made.”

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Preliminary Siren budget is approved Public hearing scheduled for Dec. 2

by Nancy Jappe Leader staff writer SIREN – At its Thursday, Nov. 11, meeting, the Siren Village voted to adopt the proposed 2011 general fund budget, with the final budget to be approved later on.

A public hearing on the budget will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 2, just

prior to the board’s regular December business meeting (to be held a week early in order to get tax statements out).

The budget showed total expenses for 2011 at $1,014,793, compared to the 2010 budget of $1,009,343. The budget figures, according to the minutes of the Oct. 12 public safety committee meeting, show a zero-percent salary increase for all departments, a $450 per month payment in lieu of insurance for all full-time employees not currently covered by the village health

Siren Police Chief Chris Sybers (L) presented two awards (one from the Bureau of Transportation Safety for keeping Wisconsin roads safe and the second from the Siren Police Department for exceptional contribution and professionality of service during the recent Hwy. 70 shooting and the bomb hoax at the school to officers Joe Mulrooney (center) and Aaron Bentley. “I feel it is appropriate to give both Joe and Aaron commendation awards,” Sybers said during the village board meeting Thursday, Nov. 11. “This shows the quality of officers, the training they received and their care and commitment to our community,” Chief Sybers commented. – Photos by Nancy Jappe

Eric Kube, executive director of Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity, circulated brochures on his organization during the Nov. 11 Siren Village Board meeting. Wild Rivers Habitat, a Christian nonprofit home builder, is just finishing its 20th home in Webster. Two more homes in Amery are planned for next year. The group is also looking for land on which to build homes in Burnett County.

insurance plan and an estimated 10-percent increase in health insurance premiums for the last six months of 2011.

In an attempt to not raise taxes, the public safety committee made a motion to cut the building inspector’s wages and taxes completely and have those services covered by the village administrator, and to eliminate 400 hours per year from the police department’s part-time hours. This motion was carried.

In other action, the board approved a recommendation to ratify the Operating

Engineers No. 139 Union contract for 2011, with no increase in salary, and to have an attorney review proposed code of ordinances prior to adoption.

Only two committee meetings were set at this meeting. The board’s roads, streets and utilities committee were to meet Tuesday, Nov. 16, at 1 p.m., and the public safety committee Wednesday, Nov. 17, at 10 a.m. The personnel committee will meet either Monday, Nov. 29, or Tuesday, Nov. 30, and the building, grounds and parks committee only if needed.

Cop vs. cop issue still up in the air Balsam Lake Board may address police issues Wednesday

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – The Balsam Lake Village Board will hold a special meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 17, that includes addressing public protection committee recommendations about their recent police officer issues, which revolved around interpersonal departmental conflicts between Police Officer in Charge Jennifer Hanson, and her co-worker, Officer Lindsay DuBois. That conflict ultimately went before a judge on Nov. 10, after DuBois

filed for and received a temporary restraining order, alleging Hanson, who is technically her supervisor, had made threats to her safety on a social networking site.

The two parties went before Polk County Circuit Court Judge Molly GaleWyrick on Nov. 10, who held a full hearing, but eventually denied a more permanent restraining order against Hanson.

The issue was on top of other personnel issues and allegations made in recent closed-door hearings by the village police and fire review committee, which had to be reappointed to address other allegations against Hanson, who ultimately was suspended without pay for one week and has yet to be rescheduled.

The latest allegations surfaced when DuBois discovered alleged threats against herself on the police department computer on social networking site posts, and in private messages not intended for the public, suggesting Hanson was threatening DuBois.

GaleWyrick determined the messages were not intentional, but were serious “venting,” inappropriate and using offensive and threatening language, but still just venting. She verbally scolded Hanson for her actions, but denied the restraining order.

The village board had been waiting for the results of that hearing and had delayed any further action on the issue until the GaleWyrick ruling.

They are holding a special meeting to

Car collides with semi Crash victims both airlifted from the scene

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer OSCEOLA – A mother and her 4-yearold son were both airlifted from the scene of a car versus semi crash on Wednesday, Nov. 10, east of Osceola near 2091 60th Ave./CTH K. The crash occurred at around 12:40 p.m. when a 1996 Saturn sedan driven by Courtney Santo, 19, Osceola, pulled directly into the path of a westbound semitractor trailer being driven by Ryan Peterson, 34, also of Osceola. The crash closed the roadway for some time as both

driver and passenger in the Santo car were extricated and Santo was airlifted by helicopter to Regions Medical Center in St. Paul, Minn.

Courtney Santo’s son, Riley Annis, was in the backseat at the time of the crash and suffered unknown injury. He is believed to have also been taken to Regions Medical Center for emergency treatment, but that was unclear at press time. The driver of the semi truck suffered minor injuries, was treated and released, according to Polk County Sheriff Tim Moore.

According to Moore, Santo was leaving a private residence near the location when she inadvertently pulled into the path of Peterson, who was driving an unladen 1985 Ford semi tractor. The Saturn rolled into the ditch, and it is unclear if either

Santo or her son were wearing seat belts at the time.

Information on both Santo and Annis’ condition is unclear at press time.

A two-vehicle crash between a car and a semi tractor resulted in serious injuries to a mother and her 4-year-old son last Wednesday, Nov. 10, east of Osceola. Both occupants of the car were airlifted separately from the scene to a Twin Cities medical center.

- Photos by Polk County Sheriff’s Dept.

address several issues, beyond the police concerns or potential action, including the village Web site, parking concerns and engineering projects, as well as a new emergency siren, but they also have an action item to address, public protection committee recommendations.

Village President Guy Williams had said as recently as two weeks ago, prior to the restraining order hearing, that in the eyes of the village board, that action around or against Hanson was completed, but it might have hinged on the court ruling as to whether the committee will further reprimand or make changes in the department.

Look to the Leader next week for coverage of any and all action taken at the special meeting.

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Local family plans art gallery in Luck

Permit approved by village board

by Mary Stirrat Leader staff writer LUCK – Action taken by the Luck Village Board last week allows a new business to open its doors later this winter.

The new business will be a working art studio and gallery, owned and operated by members of the Fawver family. It will be located in a former milk house on the south side of Butternut Avenue at the end of Main Street.

Ann Fawver and her daughters, Hannah Fawver Roode and Sarah Cook, will

showcase local artists at their new gallery, which is yet to be named. Sculpture, wood carving, jewelry, painting and fiber art will be among the featured media.

Handmade gift items will also be available.

As a working studio, customers will have opportunities to watch a potter at the wheel or a painter at the easel.

In order to operate a gallery at that location, which is zoned for residential purposes, the Fawvers applied to the village for the necessary conditional-use permit.

The permit was approved by the village board at its Nov. 10 regular monthly meeting.

In other business at the Nov. 10 meeting, the board approved the appointment of Trustee John Wilcoxon to replace board President Steve Nielsen on the golf course commission. The board discussed whether a board member should be chair of the commission, which consists of two board members and three citizen members. Consensus of the board was that one of the two village board members should chair the golf course commission.

Nielsen reported that the golf course commission is working to develop vision and mission statements. Four people were out golfing that day, Nov. 10, but course superintendent said that flags

would be pulled Friday, Nov. 12.

Also in other business, village Administrator Kristina Handt and Trustee Marsha Jensen discussed the Dec. 4 Luck’s Holiday Experience, which will include a visit with Santa at the library, a chili feed, craft fair and bake sale at the Lions hall, and an art sale at Café Wren. Other local businesses will have their own holiday sales and events.

Handt also invited the board and public to help decorate the gazebo at Triangle Park on Saturday, Nov. 20, starting at 10 a.m.

An alternative to turkey leftovers

by Mary Stirrat Leader staff writer MILLTOWN — It’s the Saturday after Thanksgiving, and you’re tired of turkey and turkey leftovers. The dishes are all finally done, but the hunters are just about to come out of the woods and they’ll be hungry. And you don’t want more dishes to do.

Here is a new option. Just head to the Milltown Community Center for the firstannual Thanksgiving Chili Cook-off. The cook-off competition will be from 4 – 6 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 27, but chili will be served until 7 p.m.

This is how the cook-off works: when you buy a spoon for $1, you will receive 4-ounce samples of each chili entered in the competition. You will then cast votes for your favorites, plus the one you name as the spiciest.

If you’re still hungry after all the samples, you can have bowls of piping hot chili simply for a freewill offering.

Chili contestants will be entered into the competition in one of three categories.

Winners in the business or nonprofit/service organization categories will receive a trophy and a certificate. The individual winner will receive a cash prize amounting to half of the registration fees (there is a $10 fee for those wishing to enter their chili into the cook-off).

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Taking part in the first-annual Thanksgiving Chili Cook-off has even greater rewards than enjoying a no-mess, nonturkey meal.

It is being sponsored by River’s Run and Ride Rally, and proceeds will go to three organizations that help individuals and families in the local area as well as the wider community.

River’s Run and Ride Rally was created

by Ben and Deanna Wheeler of Milltown to honor their son, who died of sudden infant death syndrome when he was 6 days old. River’s legacy lives on in the good that is being done through the organization that bears his name.

The Wheelers and the board of River’s Run and Ride Rally donate one-third of the proceeds from their fundraisers to Faith’s Lodge, a haven near Webster that offers hope and healing to families grieving the loss or terminal illness of a child.

“By giving parents and families the opportunity to celebrate the lives in our midst and to honor those lost,” said a thank-you letter from Faith’s Lodge, “Faith’s Lodge helps preserve families and relationships by providing a path to hope and healing.”

Another third is donated to The Compassionate Friends, a worldwide organization for bereaved parents, grandparents and siblings. Families and individuals are able to talk about and celebrate their loved ones with others who share the same joys and pain.

Both TCF and Faith’s Lodge provided the Wheelers with understanding, sup-

THANK YOU

Thanks to everyone who has supported us since Pete’s accident June 15, 2010.

If you stopped by, brought a meal, helped with the daily business or said a prayer, we appreciate you more than you can know. A special thank-you to Angler’s Bar (Geno, Michelle & Jamie Flaherty), Blacksmith Shop, Balsam Lake Rod & Gun Club & the planning team. Also, a huge thank-you to all of you who attended. We are blessed to have such a wonderful community.

Pete and Colleen Forster Donors: Jerry and Bev McClain Balsam Lake Hardware Budweiser Troy Schlosser Luck Lions Top Spot Bar - BL Keith Anderson Thrivent For Lutherans Luck Hardware Heidi Cox Leader Newspaper Balsam Lake Rod & Gun Cricket’s - Amery Frederic Club Bittersweet Farms Irene Wheeler Faith Lutheran Church Cafe Wren MN Timberwolves Balsam Lake Greenhouse Jensen Furniture Marilyn Minke Loretta Kallevig Edgetown Bar Basically Balsam - Caroline Angler’s Inn Larsen Auto Frederic Rediske Eagles Lounge Festival Theatre 5 Flags Golf Course DN Campgrounds Sterling Bank - Luck MN Twins St. Paul Saints Holiday - Luck - Ed & Jody Aveda Salon - Heather Sharon Johnson Seck Johanson Tom Selani Bottle Shop Savannah Johnson Rose Garden Birchwood Resort - Spirit Milwaukee Bucks Cardinal Shop Lake Larsen Auto Amery Judy Klatt The Plumbery and More Frederic Golf Course Village Pizzeria Bremer Bank Rural American Bank - Luck Slumberland Clearance Martial Arts - Amery Joe Hacker Scott Roberts Uncle Bob’s - Amery Book Nook - Balsam Lake Cain/Fennern Jewelry Radio Shack - Amery Tammy Burke AMCI - Amery Tire Experts - Milltown Carla’s Bridal Monty’s Sports Haven Uncle Chuck Klimek The Cut Above - Amery Master Touch Cafe Hardee’s - Amery PaperWorx’s - Amery Amery Noah Insurance Group Tac-Two - Amery Part’s City - Amery Amery Flying Pie Pizza - SCF Paul Issakson Just a Hair More - Amery A & W - Amery Hair’s The Thing - Milltown Milltown Hardware Apple River Appliance Nail Time - SCF Bagz Consignment - SCF Amery Free Press Cinema 8 - SCF MarketPlace Foods - SCF JJ’s - Luck Pepsi Green Bay Packers Flying Pie Pizza - Luck Hack’s Pub - Milltown Coca-Cola Wal-Mart - SCF Balsam Lake Nursery Rustic Reflections - Terry & Indianhead Supper Club Bone Lake Lutheran Church 525756 13Lp 3a,dp Mary Wall

Ben and Deanna Wheeler, with their 8-month-old son, Asher. The Wheelers have been raising funds and awareness for families who have lost a child, in honor Asher’s older brother, River. River died in May 2009 of sudden infant death syndrome when he was 6 days old. – Photo by Mary Stirrat port and love when they were trying to work through the loss of River, and the couple strongly believes in the work of these two organizations. Through River’s Run and Ride Rally, the Wheelers are able to give something back to Faith’s Lodge and TCF, in order that others suffering bereavement may also receive the help they offer.

The final third of the proceeds go to River’s Uplift Program, designed to help local nonprofit organizations and individuals in need.

Since its first fundraiser in March 2010, more than $9,000 has been raised and donated to these organizations. Faith’s Lodge received $2,600, plus funds to allow a local bereaved family to stay there. The Compassionate Friends, Clear Lake chapter, received $750, and The Compassionate Friends, Maplewood chapter, was given $1,750.

Through River’s Uplift Program, $200 each has been donated to the Milltown Police Department for Kids Night Out, Milltown Public Library for youth programming, Unity Lions Club and Community Referral Agency. Another $400 has been donated to individuals in need.

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The Wheelers are hoping that the Nov. 27 chili supper and cook-off will enable them to give a little more to the causes they support. But they are also looking at the event as an opportunity to raise awareness as well as draw the community together.

Those businesses and organizations that are already committed to participating include Cheese and More, Jensen Sundquist Insurance, Julia’s Java, Milltown Appliance, Milltown Dock and Marine, Milltown Karate, the Milltown Police Department, Hair’s The Thing and library and Steve’s Appliance Plus.

Another local group will be ready to take care of dessert for anyone who, with all the chili, managed to save room. The newly formed Milltown Historic Committee will be selling ice cream and bars, and letting people know about the plans for a museum in town.

And in case you can’t finish your dessert, a local Tupperware dealer who will be at the cook-off is donating the commission of all she sells to River’s Run and Ride Rally.

For more information or to register your chili in the contest, e-mail www.milltownkarate@gmail.com

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Personnel to study management pay issues Lack of pay raise questioned by Sample

by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE - Polk County Board member Ken Sample thinks the pay freeze for county management employees, those not represented by unions, deserves another look. The 62 nonrepresented employees were denied a pay increase for 2011, the second year in a row their base pay has been frozen. During that same period, employees covered by union contracts have received pay increases of just under 3 percent in both 2010 and 2011.

Sample said this is not just. He made his comments the Friday, Nov. 5, meeting of the personnel committee.

A pay increase for the nonrepresented was included in the 2011 budget proposed by county Administrator Dana Frey in September. That pay raise was removed from the budget at the Oct. 8 meeting of the personnel committee, a meeting missed by committee members Russ Arcand and Sample. After motions at that meeting to grant 2-percent and 1-percent increases failed, members Warren Nel-

son and Jim Edgell proposed the zero increase. Patricia Schmidt joined in voting for the motion. Removing the pay increase reduced the 2011 budget by $70,000.

Sample is proposing that the committee review the entire nonrepresented compensation policy. He has presented a series of papers comparing the wages of Polk County management employees to those of neighboring counties, pointing out what he says are disparities in pay for similar jobs. Sample has been critical of a salary survey done in August 2007 by Bjorklund Compensation Consulting.

Fair compensation for nonrepresented employees has been an ongoing topic at the county for several years.

One issue is whether Polk County compensation should be compared to neighboring counties or to a broader area including Minnesota metropolitan counties. A second issue is whether the study should include total compensation including benefits. Polk County pays 90 percent of health insurance premiums and all of the retirement plan expense, amounting to 11 percent of the gross salary. A third issue is whether compensation should be compared

to private businesses in the area as well as other governments.

The pay scale for county nonrepresented employees is based on a grid with eight step increases or annual pay raises. This step system has also been questioned. Committee Chair Russ Arcand says the top step, step eight, should be considered the wage for a job, and it is unfair to make an employee wait years to get full pay.

“I feel we are withholding money from them for eight years,” Arcand said at the meeting. “They should get top step at the start. If longevity is the issue, why end the increases after eight years.”

The annual base-pay increase was once called a cost of living adjustment, but Sample noted that there has been no increase in the federal cost of living index for two years and nonrepresented employees are getting the same zero increase received by persons on Social Security.

The topic of employee compensation is on the personnel committee agenda for its next meeting Friday, Nov. 19.

Dam regs, woodland for sale, timber bids Property committee has varied agenda

by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – The property committee of the Polk County board delayed the sale of 160 acres of woodland, reviewed plans for the latest county forest timber sales and heard that new regulation may affect two countyowned dams. Theses items were on the agenda of the committee meeting Monday, Nov. 8.

The committee, whose full title is property, forestry and recreation committee, oversees the parks, forests, buildings and solid waste department. But that is just the start of its responsibility. It also oversees the museum, the fair, and the offices of the register of deeds and the treasurer.

All county buildings are theoretically under the review of the committee and the department, even though oversight of improvements at the highway building and Golden Age Manor is not always achieved.

Land sale The property for sale is 160 acres of woods and wetland in McKinley that the county took for nonpayment of taxes. The land is at the western end of 255th Avenue in section 29 of McKinley. The land is mostly hardwood forest that has been selectively logged but is otherwise undeveloped. It is a beautiful piece of woods but it is almost inaccessible. A large marsh straddles the southeast corner of the property, isolating most of the woods from a small strip of land at the end of 255th. The only way to get to the woods is across the land of the six surrounding property owners.

The county recently offered the property for sale, with a minimum bid of $192,000, the apprised value. One bid, for $119,675, was received when the bidding closed Oct. 27. The committee rejected that bid and decided to reoffer the 160 acres at a future date.

Dresser man tries to run from fourth OWI arrest POLK COUNTY - Michael Ellingworth, 39, Dresser, was arrested and charged with OWI, fourth offense, at about 1 a.m. on Nov. 13. A police officer saw Ellingworth drive through the intersection at CTH F and 210th Street without stopping, only slowing slightly.

The officer went after him with lights going, but Ellingworth was about half a mile ahead of him and kept going. After a couple of turns, Ellingworth stopped his vehicle and ran into the woods. When the officer arrived, Ellingworth’s passenger was still sitting in the car. The officer and his K-9 partner tracked Ellingworth, finding him hiding in the woods about 200 meters out. A canister with THC in it was found next to him, and pipes with THC residue was found on his person. Ellingworth appeared intoxicated and was given field sobriety tests. His PBT read .12 and he was arrested. He was also charged with operating with a prohibited alcohol content, possession of THC and of drug paraphernalia.

Courtney Ore, 29, Minneapolis, Minn., was arrested after being stopped for speeding at 77 miles per hour on Hwy. 8 on Nov. 11 at about 2:15 p.m. She said she was trying to make it to a place north of Hayward by 3 p.m. The officer smelled marijuana, asked her about it, and she took a marijuana joint from the glove box.

It looked like it had been rolled with cigar paper and weighed about .8 gram. She said she had last smoked at 3 a.m., but the officer noticed marijuana “shake” on her lap and on the floor in front of the driver’s seat.

She was charged with speeding, operating with a controlled substance, possession of marijuana and of not having proof of insurance.

Todd Olson, 39, Clayton, was stopped for speeding 47 miles per hour in a 35-mph zone in Milltown on Nov. 11 just before 2 a.m. He was apparently under the influence and was given field sobriety tests. His PBT registered .16. He was charged with OWI, first offense, and operating with prohibited blood alcohol content.

— with information from the Polk County Sheriff’s Dept.

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Timber sales County forester Jeremy Koslowski told the committee that he is preparing for the latest round of timber sales on county forestlands. Bids will be accepted soon to harvest timber in Johnstown (155 acres of hardwood), McKinley (162 acres of hardwood), and three stands in Sterling near Evergreen Avenue (72 acres of pulpwood, 34 acres of aspen). The advertised price for the five sales is $105,559.

Polk County has 17,144 acres of forestland. The land is open to the public for hiking and hunting. All the land is periodically harvested under a long-term management plan. Proceeds from the timber sales are split with the state (20 percent), and the town where the forest is located (30 percent), with the remaining half kept by the county. In 2009 timber sales totaled $131, 548. Of that, $39,464 went to seven towns, with Sterling getting $23.409 (59 percent). Forestry provided $51,820 to the

Dams Polk County owns two dams, in Atlas and Kennedy County parks. Property director Debra Peterson said the state is developing new oversight regulations for highrisk dams in the state. She said both the county-owned dams probably meet the new regs, but she will be attending a DNR meeting explaining the changes.

Dams have breached in the past in the area. Several years ago a private dam in Blaine in Burnett County burst and washed out Hwy. 35. More recently a dam broke in Straight Lake Park, causing a flood of water which reached the Straight River. And last summer, another private dam under repair east of Milltown broke. That break caused a daylong surge of water which flooded two town roads before the water reached Half Moon Lake.

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Budget set; supervisor walks out BARRON - Barron County supervisors adopted the proposed 2011 budget presented last week calling for a 2-percent increase in the county property tax levy. But not before one supervisor threatened to resign and stormed out of the meeting Tuesday, Nov. 9. Supervisor Ken Jost left the meeting in frustration after he unsuccessfully tried to pass 14 amendments to the budget that he said would ease the taxpayers burden by $247,000. Under the adopted 2011 budget, the property tax rate will increase 8 percent from $4.45 per $1,000 of assessed property value this year to $4.81 per mill in 2011.

That means that a person owning a home valued at $100,000 will pay $36 more in county property taxes in the new year. Jost’s proposed amendments included bumping up revenues by increasing county forest cuttings, fines and forfeitures and register of deeds fees. Proposed decreases in expenditures included fewer dollars for the Restorative Justice Programs, the Barron County Historical Museum, the Barron County Fair Association and the animal control program. - Rice Lake Chronotype (chronotype.com) Movie shoot approved for city SHELL LAKE – A movie shoot will be done later this month in Shell Lake, and extras will be needed, after the city council gave the film company the go-ahead at a meeting Monday, Nov. 8, in city hall. The TRIWAR/Chasing Autumn film company, Ham Lake, Minn., will use Shell Lake as the setting for “Discursion,” a postapocalyptic, humanistic film about the psychological effects on man after a viral outbreak devastates the world, leaving almost no survivors. TRIWAR’s Mitchell A. Jones said the definition of discursion is “to wander, physically or thought to thought.” Jones said the film will be “blending a lot of classic horror into a modern feel,” with Alfred Hitchcock-style suspense and lacking in gore, unlike many modern-day horror movies. The movie plays on isolation and uncertainty, with a twist at the end, he said. TRIWAR’s Nicole Kruex said the company’s associate producer, who is from Mankato, Minn., has a cabin on Shell Lake, and sent them photos of the area. She said the company was originally using Luverne, Minn., as the setting, but loved the beauty of Shell Lake, and found a lot of the story could be tailored to the town. “We are completely sold on how beautiful the town is,” Ruex told the council Monday night. “Discursion” will have a variety of actors, many from the Minneapolis area, with a cameo from an L.A. actor.

TRIWAR is looking for extras, ages 18 and older, to be involved in the movie the weekend of Friday and Saturday, Nov. 26-27. Ruex said they will be shooting interiors on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 19 and 20, so the extras will be needed the following weekend, for exterior shots. The schedule may change if there is inclement weather. Only Main Street will be used for scenes, she said, and the hours will be from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m., with exterior shots from 3-7 a.m., so people heading to work in the morning will not be inconvenienced. Jones said there will be, at most, 20 people around at the time, as it is a small production. Those interested in being extras can e-mail extras@discursionmovie.com. Jones said the movie will have no nudity or profanity, and there will be no loud noises or work interruptions, due to the hours of filming. He said there may be a few generators in place, but that is all. He said they will be working with the city to accommodate everyone. The company is covering the cost of an off-duty law enforcement officer during the shooting hours, and Alderperson Greg Kittelsen said the police chief is already on board for this. The council approved the weekends of Nov. 19-20 and 26-27 for filming. - Regan Kohler, Washburn County Register

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Two horse killers get probation DUNN COUNTY - Two young men accused of killing three horses in a shooting spree in Dunn County last year have been ordered to serve three years on probation and two months in jail. Brock R. Flatland, 18, of Wheeler, and Trenton W. Hollister, 18, of Dallas, appeared in Dunn County Circuit Court on Friday, Oct. 29, where they pleaded guilty to one count of felony mistreatment of animals/cause death. Two additional counts and a misdemeanor count of intentionally mistreating animals were dismissed but considered at sentencing. Sentencing was withheld, and they were placed on probation with jail time. The men were accused of shooting and killing two horses and injuring another in the towns of New Haven and Sheridan on Nov. 29, 2009.

The injured horse later died. In a Barron County case, they pleaded guilty earlier this year to five counts of misdemeanor mistreatment of animals and were placed on three years of probation with 30 days in jail. They were accused of fatally shooting five cows in southern Barron County early Nov. 30, 2009. Also while on probation, the men must perform 150 hours of community service and write letters of apology to each victim.

They must not consume alcohol and must participate in the Restorative Justice Programs. Restitution is to be determined. - Rice Lake Chronotype (chronotype.com) Economic development group may become victim of economy BARRON COUNTY - Ironic or not, cash-strapped Barron County is planning on ditching its economic development department in order to pass its 2011 budget next week. Nothing will be final until the county board approves next year’s budget Nov. 9, but as the situation stands now, the one-employee-strong department of economic development is expected to be disbanded in order to save upwards of $80,000 in 2011.

The county would still be running a deficit of approximately $338,000 and incurring a 2-percent levy increase. A number of interconnected issues have shaped the county’s budget-making process this time around. Pressure to keep the levy increase as flat as possible, skyrocketing health insurance rates, sinking property values and rising costs for libraries are just a few. Administrator Jeff French said that the $338,028 deficit planned for 2011 is the result of not only cutting economic development, but also by trimming 7.5 full-time equivalent positions from departments such as highway, maintenance, health and human services, zoning, veterans service and the local extension office. - Barron News-Shield Pamida closing its doors Dec. 31 HAYWARD - Pamida has announced plans to close its Hayward store, with Dec. 31 set to be the last day it will be open. Known as a regional value and convenience retailer, Pamida first opened its doors to the Hayward community in September 1991, said Dean Williamson, senior vice president for human resources at Pamida Stores Operating Company, headquartered in Omaha. Williamson said that the Hayward store employs approximately 20 employees. The employees do have some opportunities to transfer to other stores, he said. “Initially, six employees indicated an interest in working at the Spooner or Park Falls Pamida stores,” Williamson said. Williamson said the closing was “a business decision, just as disappointing to us as to the community we’ve been in for 20 years.” He cited Wal-Mart as a formidable competitor, but said they were just one factor in a small community that has only so much disposable income and just so many households. Williamson also said the economic downturn that began in 2008 has affected smaller communities in ways that make recovery slower. - Sawyer County Record (haywardwi.com)

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• Letters to the editor • Wisdom of students I wish to appreciate “Native American Perspective on Thanksgiving,” an article published by Siren students Caitlin Belisle and MaKayla Reynolds in their school newspaper, Dragon Talk, November 2010.

(See article below).

I was not surprised to hear the perspective that Europeans invaded Native American land resulting in the deaths of millions of natives, nor of the generosity of natives toward European colonists, nor of the aggressiveness of Europeans who failed to appreciate the green communal cultures of the natives, rather prejudging them as inferior.

I appreciated the courage and maturity of these students and their enabling teachers and parents. The cultural pride these students reflect warms my heart.

It feels healthy when stories like this are shared in public. Some say slavery was America’s original sin — it was about as bad as sin gets – but was maybe not the original. The abuse of native peoples began years before African slavery and was even more awful in some ways.

America continues to pay a heavy price for the sin of selfishness. African American and Native cultures continue to suffer disadvantage in health, education, housing, employment and the realization of the constitutional American dream. Abused persons are injured for life. Abused races are injured for generations. Recovery is a long and lonely road.

I also appreciated the hidden heart metaphor, as I understand it, an evil person’s heart is in the wrong place, hidden, and must be found and destroyed to stop the evil. As a physician, I like the less violent heart transplant metaphor, as in have a heart, out with the bad, in with the good. With even less blood loss, one

would find and name the evil that lives in the heart and replace it with the Golden Rule, a core concept in all major religions and Native spirituality.

Small children play together without prejudice; if children learn prejudice from parents and elders, then the young may be the healers, more able to find the evil heart, name it, and show the ways of healing.

Evil is old and new history, it continues to be evident in the growing gap between rich and poor and in prejudice based on gender, skin color, social class, politics, religion and sexual orientation.

While it’s tempting to debate ideas like cowpox morphing into smallpox, whether Natives are originals or earlier immigrants, or whether Europeans are uniquely arrogant, doing so here would only detract from the essential wisdom of the students.

Norman Jensen, M.D. Madison and Siren

Case dismissed On Wednesday, July 21, 2010, the InterCounty Leader and the Burnett County Sentinel published their police citations; among them illegal dumping of garbage at Crooked Lake Park by me, Eunice Early. The complaint was made by an anonymous citizen of Siren.

I am relieved to report that on Sept. 23, over nine weeks later - the case was dismissed due to lack of evidence.

While I knew that I was not guilty of this charge, with God as my witness, what I went through during that eight-week period of time was not only humiliating, but exhausting and emotionally debilitating.

For many years, my late husband, Gene Early, and I have been proud, law-abiding

and active citizens and leaders in our community and surrounding area. Our business, Early Oil Company, has provided service in this area since the early 1900s. But you know what? Mother was right - that life isn’t always fair - so be strong, always be loving and forgiving and humbly put your trust in the Lord.

It was news to me when a friend contacted me asking about my citation in the local July 21 Leader and Sentinel. I had no knowledge of it. On Thursday, July 22, the day after publication, I received the actual citation and police chief letter in the mail.

Following inquiry, I learned that all citations come from our law enforcement and are public record, commonly published in the local papers. Why is there no provision for citation outcomes to also be published?

I was advised to just pay the fine and the matter will go away, which felt to me like a very sad commentary on the truth, so I elected to vigorously defend my case.

I was saddened that our government officials must spend their time and the taxpayers money on this kind of enforcement, when there are much more important issues for them to focus upon.

Is it not true that in a democracy, in the eyes of the law, you are innocent until proven guilty? In this case, however, with premature newspaper coverage, I was guilty in the public eyes, until proven innocent.

In closing, thank you to my family, friends and church family for your prayers and support. There are many worthy causes in our world and working together, hopefully, we can all keep the garbage cleaned up!

Eunice Early Siren

Native American perspective on Thanksgiving

by Caitlin Belisle, edited by MaKayla Reynolds -from Siren Schools “The Dragon” Many might be surprised what Native Americans think of this official U.S. celebration of Thanksgiving. In reality, it was a European invasion that culminated in the death of 10 to 30 million native people.

Thanksgiving, to me, has never been about Pilgrims. As a child of a Native American family, I am part of a very select group of survivors and I learned that my family possessed some inside knowledge of what really happened when those poor, tired masses came to our homes.

When the Pilgrims came to Plymouth Rock, they were in a poor condition. Half of them died within a few months from disease and hunger. When Squanto, a Wampanoag man, found them, they were in a pitiful state. He spoke English, having traveled to Europe, and took pity on the people. The Pilgrim’s English crops had failed. The native people fed them through the winter and taught them how to grow their food.

These were not merely friendly Indians.

They had already experienced European slave traders raiding their villages for a hundred years or so, and they were wary, but it was the Native American way to give freely to those who had nothing.

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Voters chose Scott Walker to be Wisconsin’s new governor, while Ron Johnson was elected to the U.S. Senate. Two new U.S. representatives were elected, Sean Duffy and Reid Ribble, in northern Wisconsin. Meanwhile, the state Legislature changed from Democratic to Republican control, with Republican majorities in the state Senate of 19-14 and in the state Assembly of 60-38-1.

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Among many of our people, showing one can give without holding back is the way to earn respect. We believe that by giving, there would be enough for all.

To the Pilgrims, and most English/European peoples, Wampanoags were heathens of the devil. They saw Squanto not as an equal, but as an instrument of their God to help his chosen people, themselves.

Since that initial sharing, Native American food has spread around the world.

Nearly 70 percent of all crops grown today were originally cultivated by Native Americans. I sometimes wonder what people ate in Europe before they met us.

Spaghetti without tomatoes? Meat and potatoes without potatoes? At the first Thanksgiving the Wampanoags provided most of the food and signed a treaty granting Pilgrims the right to the land at Plymouth, the real reason for the first Thanksgiving.

What did we get in return? Within 20 years, European disease and treachery had decimated the Wampanoags. Most diseases came from animals that Europeans had domesticated. Cowpox from cows led to smallpox, one of the great killers of our people. It spread through gifts of blankets used by infected Europeans. Some estimated that diseases ac-

Sheila Harsdorf 10th District Senate ate Republicans met to elect new leadership for the 2011-12 legislative session that will begin in January. Governorelect Walker stopped by our meeting to discuss his plans and priorities for the session, including calling the Legislature into emergency session after he is sworn in to pass legislation to promote job growth. The message sent by voters that jobs and the economy must be job one was heard by those that were elected on Nov. 2. Enacting policies to encourage job creators to expand and locate in Wisconsin is the top priority of the state Legislature and Walker.

counted for a death toll reaching 90 percent in some Native American communities. By 1623, Mather the elder, a Pilgrim leader, was giving thanks to his God for destroying the heathen savages to make way “for better growth,” meaning his people.

In stories told by the Dakota people, an evil person always keeps his or her heart in a secret place separate from the body.

The hero must find that secret place and destroy the heart in order to stop the evil.

I see, in the first Thanksgiving story, a hidden Pilgrim heart. The story of that heart is the real tale that needs to be told.

What did it hold? Racism, hatred, greed, self-righteousness? We have seen the evil that it caused in the 350 years since; genocide, environmental devastation, poverty, world wars, biases and the list goes on.

Where is the hero who will destroy that heart of evil? I believe it must be each of us. Indeed, when I give thanks this Thursday and I cook my native food, I will be thinking of this hidden heart and how my ancestors survived the evil it caused.

We can survive, with our ability to share and to give together. Then the evil and the good will be met that Thanksgiving Day and the Wampanoag story will have come full circle. Then the healing can begin.

The state Legislature will also be charged with addressing the state’s budget deficit, which is currently estimated to be nearly $3 billion. After years of raiding funds, federal bailouts and shifting spending to balance the state budget, there are no more easy fixes. While the solutions will be difficult, we must take action to address our budget shortfall head-on and not push the tough choices onto future generations. Your input on how to shape the state budget will be helpful as the budget is considered by the state Legislature.

What are your thoughts on what the top priorities should be for the new state Legislature? Do you have suggestions on addressing the state budget? You can contact me through www.harsdorfsenate.com or by calling 800-862-1092.

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First president’s Thanksgiving Day proclamation: 1789 Editor’s note: The following, submitted by a local Leader reader, is President George Washington’s Thanksgiving Day proclamation from 1789: Whereas it is the duty of all Nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey His will, to be grateful for His benefits, and humbly to implore His protection and favor; and Whereas both Houses of Congress have by their joint Committee requested me to “recommend to the People of the United States a day of public thanksgiving and prayer to be observed by acknowledging with grateful hearts the many signal favors of Almighty God, especially by affording them an opportunity peaceably to establish a form of government for their safety and happiness: “Now therefore I do recommend and assign Thursday, the 26th day of November next, to be devoted by the People of these States to the service of that great and glorious Being, who is the beneficent Author of all the good that was, that is, or that will be; that we may then all unite in rendering unto Him our sincere and humble thanks for his kind care and protection of the people of this country previous to their becoming a nation; for the signal and manifold mercies, and the favorable interpositions of his providence, which we experienced in the course and conclusion of the late war, for the great degree of tranquility, union, and plenty, which we have since enjoyed; for the peaceable and rational manner in which we have been enabled to establish constitutions of government for our safety and happiness, and particularly the national one now lately instituted, for the civil and religious liberty with which we are blessed, and the means we have of acquiring and diffusing useful knowledge; and in general for all the great and various favors which He hath been pleased to confer upon us.

And also that we may then unite in most humbly offering our prayers and supplications to the great Lord and Ruler of Nations and beseech him to pardon our national and other transgressions; to enable us all, whether in public or private stations, to perform our several and relative duties properly and punctually; to render our National Government a blessing to all the people, by constantly being a Government of wise, just, and constitutional laws, discreetly and faithfully executed and obeyed; to protect and guide all Sovereigns and nations (especially such as have shewn kindness unto us) and to bless them with good government, peace, and concord; to promote the knowledge and practice of true religion and virtue, and the increase of science among them and us; and, generally to grant unto all mankind such a degree of temporal prosperity as He alone knows to be best. Given under my hand at the City of New York the third day of October in the year of our Lord 1789. - submitted

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February trial set for Rouillard

Mental evaluation results back on rural Luck man facing life in prison

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – Polk County District Attorney Dan Steffen said the state is indeed moving ahead with their prosecution of Wayne Rouillard, 63, the man accused of the brutal homicide of his best friend, Stephen Dahlstrom, last fall in his rural town of Bone Lake garage after a night of drinking.

Rouillard’s attorney, Mark Biller, and the district attorney’s office had been awaiting the results of a mental evaluation of Rouillard’s capacities by Dr. Frederick Allen Fosdal, a Madison-based forensic psychiatrist with 40 years of practice. He conducted the evaluation upon mutual consent of both attorneys but his conclusions remain under wraps.

The mental evaluation was court ordered after a brief pretrial hearing for Rouillard in July, when Biller registered his pursuit of a so-called NGI plea, or a modification to the original not-guilty plea that, in effect, puts his client’s mental

capacities on review. In previous hearings, it had been implied that Rouillard was suffering either from post-traumatic stress disorder and/or from many years of addiction to various medications and alcohol, with Biller alleging his client was mentally incompetent at the time of the crime.

Rouillard stands accused of first-degree intentional homicide in the Nov. 28, 2009, incident.

“We have the evaluation results back,” District Attorney Steffen said on Monday.

“At this point in time, we are proceeding ahead to trial.”

Biller had attempted a parallel approach to the NGI defense at an April 15 hearing and attempted to have his client‘s videotaped admission to the homicide and subsequent waiver of his Miranda rights thrown out due to his mental state at the time of the incident.

Judge Molly GaleWyrick denied that motion, which later led to the mental evaluation by Fosdal.

Steffen said his next step was to speak with the families involved to outline his review of Fosdal’s findings, but would not reveal his take on the evaluation. He did state that Biller may still seek further, independent mental evaluation but noted

District 13 Rotary governor visits Siren/Webster Rotary Craig Leiser, Rotary governor for District 13, along with Assistant Governor Warren White, St. Croix Falls, paid a visit to the Thursday, Nov. 11, meeting of the Siren/Webster Rotary Club.

Leiser is a member of the Stillwater Sunrise Rotary Club and will be making introductory visits to all the Rotary clubs in the district during his term of office. - Photo

by Nancy Jappe

Award of Valor presented to Deputy Bybee Burnett County Deputy Ryan Bybee was presented with an Award of Valor for his role in a Siren area shooting on Sept. 26 from the Minnesota Public Safety Service Awards held on Nov. 11. The Minnesota Public Safety Service Awards are awarded to individuals from Wisconsin and Minnesota with categories for law enforcement, fire, EMS and civilian. Bybee, injured during the Siren incident, was honored for his persistent and continued application to duty after having been injured or wounded so as to complete an assigned task. A second award was presented to Burnett County Sheriff Dean Roland that will be on display in the sheriff’s department. The 27th-annual award ceremony was held at the Earle Brown Heritage Center in Brooklyn Center, Minn. Photo submitted

that Fosdal was the specialist who was agreed upon by both parties for the review and was, in fact, originally recommended by Biller due to his expertise. “(Fosdal) has a unique understanding in terms of PTSD and veterans’ issues, things of that nature,” Steffen said.

As noted in earlier coverage of the Rouillard case, an NGI plea is reportedly very difficult to prove, but in effect, it attempts to place the blame for the crime squarely on the person’s mental disease or defect, meaning they would be incarcerated in a mental-health facility instead of in a state prison, likely for life, if convicted of first-degree intentional homicide, which Rouillard faces.

When pursuing an NGI, the defendant must have at least one such court-appointed review which, according to state statute, “...must contain the examiner’s opinions as to both the ability of the defendant to appreciate the wrongfulness of his or her conduct and the ability of the defendant to conform his or her conduct to the requirements of the law at the time of the commission of the crime(s) charged.”

That reviewer must then determine if “...sufficient information is available to reach an opinion,” and then must include

the examiner’s opinions as to whether the defendant needs medication or treatment.

That evaluation must also include an opinion as to whether the person has the mental capacity to refuse treatment or medication.

During Rouillard’s preliminary hearing last December, autopsy results showed that Dahlstrom had been stabbed with a 6-inch-long K-bar military-spec knife approximately three dozen times with numerous other blunt-force injuries as well.

It was also revealed that Rouillard admitted to using a rope to bind Dahlstrom’s feet to a bench vise in the garage, reportedly to keep him from striking back after he was stabbed, beaten and bludgeoned, yet obviously deceased.

Judge GaleWyrick has set aside a full week for the jury trial, beginning on Feb. 28, 2011, and running through March 4, which may be somewhat complicated with the NGI defense as a jury may have the duty to consider not only Rouillard’s guilt or innocence but whether he was mentally capable of knowing the difference at the time of the crime.

Rouillard remains in custody in the Polk County Jail on a $100,000 cash bond.

Pearce Wireless joins Siren Chamber

Pearce Wireless, a nationwide company that offers cell phone service, wireless Internet and DISH and DIRECT sales and installation, moved into Siren a year ago, but considers that a “soft” opening to get their feet wet in the community. A Siren Chamber ribbon cutting was held Thursday, Nov. 11, after the company had joined the chamber. On hand were (L to R) Chamber member Dan Edaburn, store manager Samantha Edstrom from Cameron, store employee Nick Josephson from Grantsburg and chamber member Sara McLain.

Cody Coleman, Grantsburg, an employee who works one day a week, is not pictured. More information about Pearce Wireless including hours of operation can be found at www.pearcewireless.com. – Photo by Nancy Jappe

Rod Nilsestuen Fund established MINNEAPOLIS - Longtime Wisconsin agriculture, cooperative and conservation leader Rod Nilsestuen’s legacy will live on with a fund established in his name.

Nilsestuen died earlier this year in a drowning accident. A host of cooperative and land conservation organizations along with his family, friends and colleagues Rod Nilsestuen have joined together to create the Rod Nilsestuen Fund. The fund was launched at the Cooperative Network‘s annual meeting Nov. 15. At the time of his death, Nilsestuen was Wisconsin’s secretary of Agriculture, Trade & Consumer Protection, earning a reputation as a results-oriented public servant. “More than that, he was a visionary leader in all his endeavors. He inspired others to act for the common good,” said Tom Lyon of Cambridge, Minn.,who chairs the working group that established the fund. “With Rod’s tragic

and untimely passing, the cooperative, agriculture and conservation communities lost a true champion,“ Lyon said. “He was a tireless advocate for farmers, a passionate believer in farmland preservation and a dedicated volunteer.“ The Rod Nilsestuen Fund has been organized as part of the Ralph K. Morris Foundation, which shares a dedication to the future of cooperatives and leadership development. The fund will sponsor programming that advances research, education and outreach in cooperative business and development, wise rural land use and leadership. One of its primary activities will be to establish a symposium devoted to in-depth, thought-provoking presentations on issues affecting cooperatives, conservation and leadership development. The inaugural event is slated for 2012 and will be held at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls, Nilsestuen’s alma mater. Nilsestuen died July 21 while swimming in Lake Superior. He and his wife, Carol, were in Upper Michigan, volunteering on one of their favorite projects, building a Habitat for Humanity house.

For more information or to make a contribution, go to ralphkmorrisfoundation.org and click on The Rod Nilsestuen Fund. from Ralph Morris Foundation

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Plan commission debates location for Habitat project Plans will move forward

by Tammi Milberg Leader staff writer ST. CROIX FALLS – The city council approved the location of a ReStore in the city and a partnership with Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity at the Oct. 25 meeting.

The plan commission for the city of St. Croix Falls had a chance to view and discuss the possible locations for the Habitat for Humanity project of a five-home development with energy-efficient features.

Eric Kube, executive director for Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity serving Polk and Burnett counties, was present in October to present the proposal to the city council. Kube was present again at the plan commission meeting where discussion about a location took place. The plan commission, like the council in October, was on board with partnering with Habitat, but the location was an issue of uncertainty among the commissioners.

The council approved partnership for building homes with Habitat for Humanity through a resolution. The original proposal was to look at the undeveloped Rousselow property, owned by the city, to develop into an eco-village project with a timeline of the first home being built in 2012. The homes would be available to low-income families and offer them the affordability of energy-efficient living. Kube stated, at that meeting, this would be a premiere project that would be marketed nationally as innovative. “Our goal is to prove affordable housing can be built to energy-efficient standards,” he said. With

most energy-efficient builds, the upfront costs are high with the payout coming in lower utility bills later. Kube stated that the project for the eco-village would be successful through donors, grants and volunteers. One of the cost factors is being able to develop on land that is donated or city-owned so there is not a land-purchasing or mortgage-buyout cost that may prohibit the properties from remaining affordable. The land being considered at that time was the city-owned Rouselow property. The city could utilize TIF funds to do the roads and infrastructure. It was mentioned that, with the partnership and grant applications, it may be possible that there would not be any city cost at all because the TIF could be repaid under such grant dollars.

The commission discussed the Rouselow location, indicating that it was a viable location, but also questioned whether that is the best location. Councilman Don Anderson and councilman Arnie Carlson indicated that they would like to see foreclosed homes in the city be rehabbed through Habitat rather than building new homes. While Kube understood the logic of the commissioners, city administrator Ed Emerson reiterated the point that recapturing property or homes from foreclosure may have a prohibitive up-front cost. Kube stated that the goal is to develop five new homes that are energy efficient that allow the homeowners the ability to retain their home because the energy costs are at or below $700 a year.

Kube explained that when homes are taken out of foreclosure, or a property that could be developed as residential needs to

be bought from the bank, the costs may exceed what can be feasible for the mortgage amount payable by the low-income owner.

“We are not opposed to rehabbing a home, if that is what the city wants, but our goal is to do this project with five homes built beginning in 2012 with all the energy efficiencies as a premiere project,” Kube told the commission. “It’s not our goal to build a home here or rehab a home there.”

The fact that the city looked at developing an eco-village on the Rouselow property during the mayoral term of Brad Foss, and all the research was done for this already was a selling point to Habitat.

“We were excited that someone had done research for this type of development,” said Kube. “We are willing to look at other locations as long as they are not cost prohibitive.”

The other possible locations brought up by the plan commission include the recently foreclosed Biermann property, Croixwood development and Chinander Rock development. The problems with these locations could be not just in the cost to buy them from the bank but also may lie in the developer’s agreement covenants in place. For example, some covenants may require the homes built to be a certain square footage, may require a garage, or setbacks that may not work with the Habitat plan of providing a home to those in need. Garages are not part of the Habitat building project and homes are a modest square-foot size. Unfortunately, covenants setting forth the specifics on development in these fore-

closed alternate locations stay in place within the developers agreement and transfer from owner to owner. According to plan commissioner Warren White, there is not a way to get around existing covenants.

Kube stated Habitat is willing to work with the city on whatever is the best location and once they have a “where” designated, the project can move forward with grant dollars and seeking donors. The commission indicated they felt the Habitat project is a good one but wanted more details of costs and probability on some of the foreclosed properties that could be developed before determining the best location. The Rouselow location offers the benefits of the property not having a cost to the city because it is owned, new tax revenue would be created from the five homes developed and there are no covenants. A downside is that road and infrastructure costs would apply at the Rouselow property but TIF funds could cover the costs and grants may help cover the TIF funds. The other possible locations have the unknown cost to buy the property from the bank, the unpaid assessments for infrastructure already in place, and the covenants that may restrict the project build.

The commission passed a motion to move forward with the partnership with Habitat and the city with more planning meetings to take place and a better cost analysis to be presented at the December plan commission meeting in hopes to determine a “where” for the project.

Siren Village maintenance employee honored for 25 years of service Jim Jaskolka honored

by Nancy Jappe Leader staff writer SIREN - Answering an ad for a position on the village maintenance crew led Jim Jaskolka to his first full-time job, a job he has kept and grown in during the past 25 years. His accumulation of years was recognized with presentation of a commendation plaque and gift certificate during the Siren Village Board meeting Thursday, Nov. 11.

Jaskolka, who grew up on Mud Hen Lake, signed on to work under crew chief Jack Hunter, a man he described as a good boss. He gradually worked into the position, becoming the third member of the village crew and learning all that is involved in the village‘s sewer and water operation, i.e., how these facilities run, how to sample and how to test. The village crew also has a part-time member, Andy Fox, who takes care of mowing and other jobs during the summer.

The sewer system requires testing twice a week, the water system twice a month.

“The DNR wants to know every little thing. Different (systems) have different testing,” Jaskolka said. He and his fellow crew members take turns doing the testing. They are required to take 18 continuing-education credits every three years at classes offered by Rural Water, the DNR and the sewer organization at locations throughout the state.

“There’s a lot more things to test for now, DNR requirements,” Jaskolka commented, thinking about how the testing has changed since he started on the job 25 years ago.

Jim Jaskolka has worked for the village of Siren for the past 25 years as a member of its village maintenance crew. Jaskolka; his wife, Debbie, head of the kitchen at Siren School; and their two children, Brittany and Derek, live in Siren.

Janet Hunter, president of the village of Siren, presented a plaque commemorating 25 years on the job as a member of the village maintenance crew to Jim Jaskolka during the village board meeting Thursday, Nov. 11. Mike Bentley (L), head of the village crew, looked on. Jaskolka also received a $25 gift certificate from the Siren Chamber. – Photos by Nancy Jappe When asked what, as a youth, he wanted to do when he grew up, Jaskolka thought for a bit, then answered, “I wanted to do something outdoors.”

Being outdoors is what he gets as a regular part of his job. Every day is different.

From the interview at the village shop Tuesday, Nov. 16, Jaskolka was going out to put up Christmas decorations and ban-

ners around the community. He might be working on this job when someone calls in and asks for help with a water leak or to shut off service.

He’s on the job to plow the village streets, maintain the sewer and water facilities, work on street projects such as putting gravel in alleys and patching. He puts up signs and decorations. He com-

mented on the great camaraderie that exists among the three crew members, Mike Bentley, the crew chief, Virgil Maslow and himself, and said they will probably have a pizza party at the village shop to celebrate his 25 years on the job.

“There’s been a lot of progress in town, and a lot of good, positive changes throughout the years,” Jaskolka said.

“The streets were a hassle years before.

There’s been quite an improvement. Taxpayers are happy to see new streets and utilities. That makes my job easier.”

Warming cold hands and more FREDERIC – You may think it’s too early to be putting up a Christmas tree, but for the Frederic Lioness Club it can’t be early enough. For 20 years the Lionesses have sponsored the Mitten Tree service project. The project came to be after the late Lioness Marilyn Knuf started to renew and repair gently used winter coats for children in the area. When the club heard that many children also need mittens and hats, the Mitten Tree was born.

A big basket of yarn was provided for anyone who was willing to knit or crochet the winter warmers. The finished items were given initially to the Frederic Schools and CRA, and later to Operation Christmas.

What started out as just hats, mittens and scarves has grown over the years to include colorful sweaters, vests, slippers and fancy hats and scarves; and the Mitten Tree has become a local drop site for Polk County Operation Christmas as well.

The basket of yarn is still provided for all who care to share their talents, and they welcome donations of yarn if you don’t knit or crochet, but would like to help out.

The Frederic Lioness Mitten Trees and yarn baskets are located at both Bremer Bank and U.S. Bank in Frederic. Donations of unwrapped gifts and gift cards for all ages, don’t forget teens, for the Mitten Tree project and Operation Christmas are asked to be left at either location by Dec. 3.

But, anything left after that will still be ac-

cepted and given. After the holidays, anyone knitting or crocheting items can drop them off at the Mud Hut in Frederic.

All donations for the Mitten Tree project continue to stay in the area, going to CRA, Northwest Passage, Frederic Schools, Polk County Operation Christmas and anyone else in need.

For more info contact Roxanne, 715-3274892. – submitted

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Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery

Spooner

A solemn reminder of the men and women who have answered the call of duty and who have honorably served the country they loved. We are one nation, indivisible with liberty and justice because of the sacrifices they and their families have made. — Photos by Larry Samson

Congressman Obey addresses Veterans Day crowd

Rep. David Obey delivered a stirring speech on the challenges that returning service men and women will face.

He challenged our country do what is right to help make them whole again, both physically and emotionally.

Rep. David Obey made the following speech at the Veterans Day program held at the Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery Thursday, Nov. 11.

This society is very good at beating the drums, playing the fifes and cheering loudly when our soldiers go off to war.

But frankly, it has had a mixed record of providing the kind of support and recognition that should have been called for when they returned.

Everyone in this society was involved in World War II. We had the draft, the threat was worldwide and virtually every family in America had at least one soldier fighting somewhere. When those soldiers returned, this country did the right thing. We passed the GI Bill, which said to each soldier, “Because you risked your future for your country, we have an obligation to enrich your future now that you’ve come home.” The GI bill made it possible for 7.8 million of the 16 million World War II veterans to go to college, to gain the skills necessary to build a decent life. The country felt good after the war because we had beaten three ugly foes and preserved freedom.

The Korean War was a different story.

But the people who fought in Korea were just as cold, just as scared, just as lonely, just as wounded and just as dead as those who fought the other wars. But for political reasons, Korea was declared a police action and the country wound up with mixed feelings about that war because it wound up being a draw between us and the communists. When Vietnam came along, the Korean War became almost a forgotten war sandwiched in between victorious World War II and our frustrating experience with the Vietnam

In near perfect autumn weather, the Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery and the state of Wisconsin Department of Veteran Affairs held their Veterans Day program, “Honoring All Who Have Served — Tradition of Service,” on Thursday, Nov. 11, at 1 p.m.

War. The Vietnam War produced an even worse result because our country was divided on the war. When those soldiers returned home, all too often members of society had not learned to distinguish between their feeling about the war and the warriors who fought it. All too often, soldiers who fought that war became the target of disdain on the part of those who were so misguided that they neglected to recognize the sacrifices made by so many who fought it. Since that time, we’ve had even more controversy surrounding the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. But fortunately, in a sense, the country is beginning to grow up in the way it treats and demonstrates respect for those who have represented America on the battlefield.

And fortunately the Congress and the president have responded with more than words. For example, we recognized our obligation to build on the original GI Bill and we passed, over considerable objection, the Webb Bill, which provided for the greatest expansion of GI education benefits since the passage of the original bill. During debate on that bill, one member of the house, who was opposed to that legislation, said: “When is enough going to be enough in terms of what we provide for veterans?” My answer was: “Whatever is required should be provided. Given their sacrifice, it can never really be enough. We will never return to them as much as they gave to us by their service in the first place.” As I leave Congress, I’m proud that I shepherded that bill through the house and I’m also proud of the fact that, in the three previous years, we have increased veterans health-care funding by more

than 40 percent, helping veterans realize better health care and shorter waiting times for medical services.

One of the most moving experiences of my life was to visit Normandy on the 50th anniversary of the D-Day landings.

There were hundreds of thousands of visitors to Normandy but until 2007, there was not an adequate visitor center to help tell the story of what America did to return Europe to freedom. I was privileged to shepherd through Congress funding for a new center that would tell that story. And I was privileged to speak at the groundbreaking for that center. It tells the remarkable story of the 9,387 Americans including the 185 Wisconsin sons who are buried there. It is a monument to their courage, their competence and their sense of self-sacrifice. But there is another monument we should be fashioning to those who are fighting today

and who will be fighting tomorrow. Because of the spectacular advances in medical care thousands of soldiers who would have died in World War II now survive. They return home with heartbreaking wounds physical and emotional. We have an obligation to do everything humanly possible to make them whole again, both physically and emotionally. We should demonstrate as much appreciation to those who survived as we do for those who didn’t.

And cost should be no object. We have made real progress on that front but we have a long way to go. All of us today should rededicate ourselves to see to it that that challenge is met and then some.

That will do more for those who have borne the burden than the drums and all the cheers. We owe it to them and then some.

One of the highlights of the program was the Spooner High School choir under the direction of Destiny Schultz. They performed four songs in the program. It was a special moment at the completion of the program when many veterans, with tears in their eyes, made it a point to thank them personally.

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FALL SPORTS

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All-Leader Football Team

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer LEADER LAND – Siren coach Bill Hoefler put a little extra fire in the Dragons football team this year, and despite some tough losses, the team rolled to some crushing victories too. As a new coach working with young talent this season, Hoefler did a nice job and the team has a lot to look forward to over the next few seasons, which is why he was chosen as Leader Land coach of the year.

This seventh-annual All-Leader football team features something a bit new this

year in choosing it first-ever lineman.

Roger Steen of Luck is the area’s Most Valuable Player, who made the first team all-conference on both offense and defense and is an all-district lineman who has led the Cardinals in tackles the past two seasons. Steen is a team captain who shows both leadership on an off the field, and very deserving of the honor.

The Rookie of the Year goes to center Shay Johnson of Siren, who started as a sophomore. According to coach Hoefler, he had very few mistakes and faced the difficult task of facing some very talented

nose guards.

The Leader Land area also featured four running backs who rushed for over 1,000 yards, including Frederic’s Tony Peterson with 1,551, Grantburg’s Derek Bertelsen, 1,170 and Grantsburg’s Kyle Johnson, 1,107. Also, Luck’s Landen Strilzuk rushed for 1,225 yards and teammate Ben Kufalk rushed for 1,005 yards this season.

There’s no doubt that some of these running backs benefited from an outstanding offensive line, but any coach would be happy to have them on their team. It was another great season for our

area teams. Thank you to coaches and athletes for another great year.

Honorable Mention: Frederic: John Chelmo, Waylon Buck and Zach Tietz.

Grantsburg: Trevor Thompson, Brent Myers and David Ohnstad. Luck: Hunter Wilson, Kyle Hunter and Kenny Sanford.

Siren: Dana Hubbell, Isaac Wegner and Jeremy Wickstrom. St. Croix Falls: Alex Bertram, Taylor Sempf and Eric Segelstrom. Unity: Brady Flaherty, Luke Nelson and Brady Turner. Webster: Mason Kriegel, James Wethern and Austin Bork.

Coach of the year, offensive line and MVP

Bill Hoefler Coach of the Year Siren

Garrett Eichman Offensive Line Webster / Junior

Dayton Rivera Offensive Line Frederic / Junior

Gavin Meyer Offensive Line Grantsburg / Senior

Bryce Williamson Offensive Line Frederic / Junior

Damien Rasmussen Offensive Line Grantsburg / Junior

Roger Steen Most Valuable Player Luck / Senior

Quarterback, receivers, running backs and tight end

Ben Ackerley Quarterback Frederic / Senior

Jason Vlasnik Wide Receiver Unity / Senior

Cole Mortel Wide Receiver Luck / Senior

Tony Peterson Running Back Frederic / Senior

Landen Strilzuk Running Back Luck / Senior

Derek Bertelsen Running Back Grantsburg / Senior

Andrew Brown Tight End Siren / Junior

Punter-kicker, defensive line, returner and most improved

Marcus Campbell Punter / Kicker St. Croix Falls / Senior

Will Haines Defensive Line Siren / Junior

Josh Baer Defensive Line Webster / Junior

Ryan Jaremczuk Defensive Line St. Croix Falls / Senior

Aunie Seifert Defensive Line St. Croix Falls / Senior

Nick Johnson Punt / Kick Returner St. Croix Falls / Senior

Kyle Johnson Most Improved Player Grantsburg / Senior

Rookie, linebackers, defensive backs and best bench player

Shay Johnson Rookie of the Year Siren / Sophomore

Adam Chenal Linebacker Frederic / Sophomore

Ben Kufalk Linebacker Luck / Junior

Jim Nelson Linebacker Grantsburg / Senior

Trae Gehl Defensive Back Frederic / Senior

Dylan Hendricks Defensive Back Unity / Senior

Brady Klatt Defensive End Luck / Senior

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FALL SPORTS

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All-Leader Volleyball Team

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer LEADER LAND – Coaches Bill Morrin of Grantsburg and Alyssa Notermann of Luck top our list of area coaches who deserve honors this year. Morrin for obvious reasons in taking his team to a 10th state appearance and his numerous other accomplishments, and Notermann for taking her girls to a long-awaited regional championship. Good things are again in store for both coaches

and teams next season.

Kortney Morrin of Grantsburg is the area’s Most Valuable Player. She led the state in kills, had a mean serve that few could handle and could dig the ball with the best of them. Morrin’s volleyball career is likely just getting started, as several college level coaches are giving her a look.

Thank you to coaches and athletes for another memorable season, and giving us plenty to look forward to next year.

Honorable Mention: Frederic: Krysta Laqua and Maria Miller. Grantsburg: Gabby Witzany and Nikki Ticknor. Luck: Tessa Clemenson and Sarah Elert. Siren: Ashley Guevara and Daphne Hubbell. St. Croix Falls: Heather Gilbert and Alicia Chelberg. Unity: Shauna Jorgenson and Bryana Petersin. Webster: Siiri Larsen and Alyssa Main.

Coach of the year, front line and MVP

Bill Morrin Coach of the Year Grantsburg

Lauren Finch Outside Hitter Grantsburg / Senior

Sarah Petznick Outside Hitter St. Croix Falls / Junior

Emily Cole Setter Grantsburg / Senior

Kortney Morrin Most Valuable Player Grantsburg / Senior

Blockers, back line and rookie of the year

Morgan Denny Middle Blocker Luck / Senior

Saisha Goepfert Middle Blocker Grantsburg / Junior

Tiffany Meyer Libero Grantsburg / Senior

Crystal Donahue Defensive Specialist Unity / Senior

Bella Nelson Rookie of the Year Luck / Freshman

Second team coach, front line and most improved

Alyssa Notermann Second Team Coach Luck

Carley Emery Outside Hitter Siren / Senior

Corissa Schmidt Outside Hitter Frederic / Junior

Michelle Gibbs Outside Hitter Webster / Senior

Carly Larson Most Improved Grantsburg / Junior

Second team blockers, back line and Wild Card

Sydney Geisness Middle Blocker St. Croix Falls / Sophomore

Ally Daniels Middle Blocker Webster / Senior

Mary Johnson Middle Blocker Webster / Senior

Hayla Bader Server Unity / Senior

Hannah Karl Wild Card Luck / Sophomore

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WINTER SPORTS SCHEDULE Saturday, Nov. 20

2 p.m.

Girls Hockey (scrimmage)

5 p.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 23

7 p.m.

Blizzard at Medford

TBD

Blizzard at Pine City, Minn.

Girls Basketball

2 p.m.

Silver Bay, Minn., at Grantsburg

Boys Hockey

Girls Basketball (scrimmages) 4:30 p.m.Luck at Baldwin/Woodville 5 p.m. SCF at Shell Lake Unity at Shell Lake

Boys Basketball (scrimmage) 5 p.m.

Winter at Frederic

Wednesday, Nov. 24

Girls Hockey TBD

Blizzard at Baldwin-Woodville

Friday, Nov. 26

Boys Hockey TBD

Tournament at Siren

Girls Hockey TBD

Blizzard at Baldwin-Woodville

Saturday, Nov. 27

Boys Basketball (scrimmages) TBD 5 p.m.

Luck at Esko SCF at Shell Lake Unity at Shell Lake

Boys Hockey TBD

Tournament at Siren

Girls Hockey TBD

Blizzard at Baldwin-Woodville

Monday, Nov. 29

Girls Basketball 7 p.m.

Frederic at Bruce

Tuesday, Nov. 30

Boys Basketball 6 p.m.

Webster at Turtle Lake (DH) Siren at Shell Lake (DH) 7:30 p.m.Luck at Clayton (DH) Frederic at Solon Springs Unity at Cumberland

Girls Basketball

6 p.m. Luck at Clayton (DH) 7:30 p.m.Clear Lake at Unity Webster at Turtle Lake (DH) Siren at Shell Lake (DH) SCF at Osceola

Thursday, Dec. 2

Siren at Prentice Blizzard at Minneapolis East

Tuesday, Dec. 14

Boys Basketball

6 p.m. Webster at Siren (DH) 7:30 p.m.Luck at Frederic (DH) SCF at Grantsburg (DH) New Auburn at Unity (DH)

Girls Basketball 6 p.m.

SCF at Grantsburg (DH) New Auburn at Unity (DH) Luck at Frederic (DH) 7:30 p.m.Webster at Siren (DH)

Boys Hockey 7 p.m.

Pine City, Minn., at Siren

Wrestling 7 p.m.

Glenwood City at Luck

Thursday, Dec. 16

Boys Hockey 7 p.m.

7 p.m.

Moose Lake, Minn., at Grantsburg

Wrestling 7 p.m.

Unity at SCF LFG at Clear Lake

Girls Basketball

7:30 p.m.Rush City, Minn., at Frederic Baldwin-Woodville at Unity

Friday, Dec. 17

Wrestling 4 p.m.

SCF at Chisago Lakes, Minn.

Boys Basketball

Saturday, Dec. 18

Wrestling 9 a.m.

LFG at Osceola

Gymnastics

Wrestling 7 p.m.

Boys Hockey

Boys Hockey

7:30 p.m.Menomonie at Grantsburg

Friday, Dec. 3

Boys Basketball

7:30 p.m.Shell Lake at Frederic Luck at Bruce (DH) Clayton at Grantsburg Cameron at SCF Webster at Amery Unity at Somerset

Girls Basketball 6 p.m.

Luck at Bruce (DH) Clayton at Grantsburg 7:30 p.m.Frederic at Shell Lake Siren at Clear Lake Shell Lake at Frederic

Saturday, Dec. 4

Wrestling 9 a.m.

10 a.m.

Unity at Ellsworth SCF at Ellsworth LFG at Rush City, Minn.

Girls Hockey 2 p.m.

Northland Pines at Siren

Tuesday, Dec. 7

Wrestling

5:30 p.m.Unity at Cameron

Girls Hockey 7 p.m.

Cambridge, Minn. at Grantsburg

Boys Basketball

7 p.m. SCF at Webster 7:30 p.m.Frederic at Unity (DH) Siren at Grantsburg

Girls Basketball

6 p.m. Cumberland at Unity (DH) 7:30 p.m.Webster at Clear Lake Chetek at Luck

Thursday, Dec. 9

Wrestling

7 p.m. Unity at Spring Valley 7:30 p.m.LFG at Flambeau

Friday, Dec. 10

Boys Basketball

6 p.m. Frederic at SCF (DH) 7:30 p.m.Siren at Luck (DH) Unity at Webster (DH) Amery at Grantsburg

Girls Basketball 6 p.m.

Siren at Luck (DH) Unity at Webster (DH) 7:30 p.m.Frederic at SCF (DH)

Gymnastics

6:30 p.m.Grantsburg at Superior

Girls Hockey 7 p.m.

Blizzard at Black River Falls

Saturday, Dec. 11

Gymnastics TBA

SCF/Unity at Chippewa Falls

8 a.m.

9 a.m.

SCF at Wisconsin Dells Unity at Barron LFG at Barron

Wrestling

Northwood at Frederic (DH) Prairie Farm at Unity (DH) 7:30 p.m.Clear Lake at SCF (DH)

3 p.m.

North Branch, Minn., at Siren

Tuesday, Dec. 21

Wrestling 5 p.m.

Unity at Glenwood City

Gymnastics

6:30 p.m.SCF/Unity at Chisago Lakes, Minn.

Boys Hockey 7 p.m.

Blizzard at Somerset

7 p.m.

Blizzard at Chippewa Falls

Girls Hockey

Boys Basketball

7:30 p.m.Ellsworth at Luck Grantsburg at Braham, Minn.

Girls Basketball

7:30 p.m.Frederic at Clear Lake Luck at Cumberland Grantsburg at Rush City, Minn.

Chetek at SCF Northwestern at Webster Turtle Lake at Siren

Thursday, Dec. 23

Girls Basketball 6 p.m.

SCF at Shell Lake (DH)

Boys Basketball

TBD

Blizzard at Mora, Minn.

7 p.m.

New Richmond at Siren

Girls Hockey

Thursday, Jan. 6

Boys Basketball TBD

Siren at Clayton

TBD

Blizzard at Rice Lake

TBD

Tournament at Siren

Boys Hockey Girls Hockey

Tuesday, Dec. 28

Boys Basketball TBD

Frederic at Clayton Siren at Clayton Webster at Glenwood City Grantsburg at Glenwood City

2 p.m.

Girls Basketball TBD 4 p.m.

Webster at Glenwood City Grantsburg at Glenwood City

TBD

Blizzard at Rice Lake

7:30 p.m.Unity at Prairie Farm (DH) Shell Lake at Grantsburg

TBD

Boys Hockey

Girls Hockey

6 p.m.

Unity at Prairie Farm (DH)

7 p.m.

Blizzard at Spooner

7 p.m.

SCF at Turtle Lake Unity at Clear Lake

Wrestling

Friday, Jan. 21

Girls Hockey TBD

Blizzard at UW-Milwaukee

Boys Basketball

Friday, Jan. 7

Saturday, Jan. 22

Boys Hockey

Gymnastics

Gymnastics

Girls Hockey

TBD

SCF at Chetek

6 p.m.

SCF/Unity at Superior

Boys Basketball

6 p.m. Siren at SCF (DH) 7:30 p.m.Webster at Grantsburg (DH) Unity at Luck (DH)

Girls Basketball 6 p.m.

Webster at Grantsburg (DH) Unity at Luck (DH) 7:30 p.m.Siren at SCF (DH)

2 p.m.

Blizzard at Northland Pines

7 p.m.

Moose Lake, Minn. at Grantsburg

11 a.m.

Grantsburg at Rice Lake SCF/Unity at Rice Lake

7 p.m.

Blizzard at Spooner

3 p.m.

Webster at Somerset

6:30 p.m.SCF at Grantsburg

3 p.m.

Minneapolis East at Siren

Gymnastics

Boys Hockey

Girls Basketball

Tuesday, Jan. 25

Boys Basketball

LFG at New Richmond Unity at New Richmond Chippewa Falls at Grantsburg

6 p.m.

Girls Basketball

6 p.m. Frederic at Webster (DH) 7:30 p.m.Unity at Grantsburg (DH)

Gymnastics

Wrestling

Girls Hockey

Monday, Jan. 10

Boys Basketball

7:30 p.m.Clear Lake at Webster Drummond at Siren

Tuesday, Jan. 11

Boys Hockey TBD

Blizzard at Moose Lake, Minn.

Boys Basketball 6 p.m.

Frederic at Clear Lake Webster at Birchwood (DH) 7:30 p.m.Luck at Shell Lake (DH) Turtle Lake at Grantsburg Chetek at Unity SCF at Osceola

Girls Basketball

6 p.m. Luck at Shell Lake (DH) 7:30 p.m.Solon Springs at Frederic Webster at Birchwood (DH) Northwood at Siren Grantsburg at Cumberland

Wrestling 7 p.m.

LFG at Spring Valley Osceola at SCF

Thursday, Jan. 13

Boys Hockey

Thursday, Jan. 27

7 p.m.

Turtle Lake/Clayton at Luck Clear Lake at SCF

Boys Basketball

7:30 p.m.Clear Lake at Unity

Friday, Jan. 28

Girls Basketball 6 p.m.

SCF at Frederic (DH) Luck at Siren (DH) 7:30 p.m.Shell Lake at Grantsburg

Girls Hockey 7 p.m.

Blizzard at Silver Bay, Minn.

Boys Basketball

7:30 p.m.SCF at Frederic (DH) Luck at Siren (DH)

Saturday, Jan. 29

Boys Hockey TBD

Blizzard vs. North Branch, Minn., at Chisago Lakes Arena

Gymnastics

10 a.m. SCF/Unity at Hudson 11 a.m. Grantsburg at Hudson

Girls Hockey

Saturday, Feb. 12

Boys Hockey TBD

Blizzard vs. Becker at Princeton

10 a.m. Grantsburg at Ashland SCF/Unity at Ashland 2 p.m.

Lakeland Union at Siren

Monday, Feb. 14

Boys Basketball

7:30 p.m.Luck at Clear Lake

Tuesday, Feb. 15

Boys Basketball

6 p.m. Luck at Unity (DH) 7:30 p.m.Grantsburg at Webster (DH) SCF at Siren (DH) Prairie Farm at Frederic (DH)

Girls Basketball 6 p.m.

Grantsburg at Webster (DH) Prairie Farm at Frederic (DH) SCF at Siren (DH) 7:30 p.m.Luck at Unity (DH)

Thursday, Feb. 17

Boys Basketball 6 p.m.

Frederic at Grantsburg (DH)

Girls Basketball

7:30 p.m.Frederic at Grantsburg (DH)

Friday, Feb. 18

Wrestling

12 p.m. Blizzard vs East Range Knights at Ely, Minn.

Girls Basketball

Girls Basketball

3 p.m.

7:30 p.m.Webster at Luck (DH) Siren at Prairie Farm Turtle Lake at SCF

7 p.m.

LFG at Unity

7:30 p.m.Unity at Clear Lake

Friday, Jan. 14

Girls Hockey TBD

Blizzard at Eagle River

Girls Basketball 6 p.m.

Grantsburg at Frederic (DH) Luck at Webster (DH) Unity at Siren (DH) 7:30 p.m.Cameron at SCF

Boys Basketball

7:30 p.m.Grantsburg at Frederic (DH) Unity at Siren (DH) Luck at Webster (DH)

Saturday, Jan. 15

Wrestling 9 a.m.

Unity at SCF LFG at SCF

Gymnastics

Grantsburg at River Falls SCF/Unity at River Falls

2 p.m.

3 p.m.

Frederic vs. Lanesboro, Minn. at Target Center

Boys Basketball

Grantsburg vs. Clear Lake at Target Center

Monday, Jan. 31

Boys Basketball

7:30 p.m.Luck at Cumberland Grantsburg at Somerset

Tuesday, Feb. 1

Girls Basketball 6 p.m.

Webster at Unity (DH) Birchwood at Frederic (DH) 7:30 p.m.Northwood at Luck PACT Chapter at SCF

Gymnastics

6:30 p.m.Grantsburg at Rush City, Minn.

Boys Hockey 7 p.m.

Mora, Minn., at Grantsburg

Boys Basketball

7:30 p.m.Webster at Unity (DH) Birchwood at Frederic (DH) SCF at Clayton

Girls Hockey 8 p.m.

Blizzard at Superior

Thursday, Feb. 3

Blizzard at Rhinelander

7 p.m.

Blizzard at Moose Lake, Minn.

Becker at Siren

7 p.m.

St. Croix Central at SCF

Monday, Jan. 17

Boys Basketball

Friday, Feb. 4

Girls Basketball 6 p.m.

Boys Hockey

7:30 p.m.Drummond at Siren Plum City at Unity

Boys Basketball

Girls Hockey

Girls Basketball

Frederic at Clayton Siren at Clayton

Girls Basketball

7:30 p.m.Blizzard at Pine City, Minn.

Legacy Christian Academy at Grantsburg

7:30 p.m.Unity at Clayton

TBD

6 p.m. Unity at Grantsburg (DH) 7:30 p.m.Frederic at Webster (DH)

6 p.m.

Boys Hockey

Girls Basketball

Thursday, Dec. 30

Friday, Feb. 11

Boys Basketball

2:30 p.m.SCF at St. Croix Central

Wrestling

Boys Basketball

7:30 p.m.Clear Lake at Luck Siren at Cameron

Grantsburg at Siren (DH) Webster at SCF (DH) 7:30 p.m.Unity at Frederic

Boys Basketball

Boys Hockey

TBD SCF at River Falls 10 a.m. Unity at River Falls

Thursday, Feb. 10

Boys Basketball

6 p.m. Unity at Frederic (DH) 7:30 p.m.Grantsburg at Siren (DH) Webster at SCF (DH) Clear Lake at Unity Turtle Lake at Luck

Saturday, Jan. 8

9 a.m.

TBD

Girls Hockey

Wrestling

6 p.m. SCF at Luck (DH) 7:30 p.m.Webster at Northwood (DH) Amery at Grantsburg Siren at Spooner

Girls Hockey

Girls Hockey

Tournament at Siren

6 p.m. Webster at Northwood (DH) 7:30 p.m.SCF at Luck (DH) Frederic at Turtle Lake

Wrestling

SCF at River Falls Unity at River Falls

TBD

Tuesday, Feb. 8

Turtle Lake/Clayton at Unity SCF at Frederic

TBD 9 a.m.

Blizzard at Rice Lake

7:30 p.m.Unity at Turtle Lake

7 p.m.

Tournament at Siren

TBD

Monday, Feb. 7

Boys Basketball

Girls Basketball

Grantsburg at Luck (DH) SCF at Unity (DH) 7:30 p.m.Frederic at Siren (DH) Shell Lake at Webster

TBD

TBD Webster at Glenwood City 8:15 a.m. Grantsburg at Glenwood City

2 p.m. Blizzard at Ashland Wrestling (Conference Meet) 9 a.m. Unity at Cameron SCF at Cameron

6 p.m.

Wrestling

Girls Basketball

1 p.m.

Webster at Glenwood City Grantsburg at Glenwood City

Blizzard at Legacy Christian Academy

Blizzard at Hudson

Boys Basketball

TBD 6 p.m.

Boys Hockey

Girls Basketball

7 p.m.

Girls Hockey

Girls Hockey

Boys Basketball

Siren vs. Pine City, Minn., at Target Center

6:30 p.m.Rush City, Minn., at Grantsburg

Gymnastics

11 a.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 29

TBD

Boys Basketball

Boys Hockey

Wrestling

Girls Basketball

6 p.m. Frederic at Siren (DH) 7:30 p.m.Grantsburg at Luck (DH) SCF at Unity (DH)

7:30 p.m.SCF at Shell Lake (DH)

Monday, Dec. 27

Thursday, Jan. 20

Boys Basketball

Boys Hockey

Girls Hockey

Luck at SCF (DH) Grantsburg at Unity (DH) 7:30 p.m.Webster at Frederic (DH)

2:30 p.m.New Auburn at Grantsburg

7:30 p.m.SCF at Cumberland Unity at Turtle Lake

6 p.m.

6 p.m.

Girls Basketball

Girls Basketball

Girls Basketball

Girls Basketball

Wrestling

10 a.m. Grantsburg at North Branch, Minn.

7:30 p.m.Siren at Clear Lake

6 p.m. Clear Lake at SCF (DH) 7:30 p.m.Prairie Farm at Unity (DH) Northwood at Frederic (DH) Chetek at Luck Turtle Lake at Siren

6 p.m. Webster at Frederic (DH) 7:30 p.m.Luck at SCF (DH) Grantsburg at Unity (DH)

6:30 p.m.Grantsburg at Rush City, Minn.

Boys Basketball

Boys Basketball

Blizzard at Amery

Girls Hockey

Gymnastics

St. Croix Central at Grantsburg Shell Lake at Unity

Tuesday, Jan. 4

Girls Hockey

Boys Hockey (scrimmage)

Girls Basketball

Tuesday, Jan. 18

7 p.m. Luck at New Auburn 7:30 p.m.Turtle Lake at Frederic

Boys Basketball

7:30 p.m.Chippewa Falls at Luck Cumberland at Webster Northwood at Siren

Siren at Webster (DH) Frederic at Luck (DH) Grantsburg at SCF (DH)

7:30 p.m.Siren at Webster (DH) Frederic at Luck (DH) Grantsburg at SCF (DH) Unity at Lakeview Christian Academy-Duluth

Saturday, Feb. 5

Boys Basketball TBD

Siren vs. Pine City, Minn. at Target Center

6 p.m.

Webster at Luck (DH)

Boys Basketball

Tuesday, Feb. 22

Boys Basketball

6 p.m. Siren at Unity (DH) 7:30 p.m.Hayward at Webster Birchwood at Luck (DH) Grantsburg at Pine City, Minn. (DH)

Girls Basketball 6 p.m.

Birchwood at Luck (DH) Grantsburg at Pine City, Minn. (DH) Hinckley-Finlayson, Minn., at Webster 7:30 p.m.Siren at Unity (DH) Turtle Lake at SCF

Friday, Feb. 25

Boys Basketball 6 p.m.

Unity at SCF (DH) Siren at Frederic (DH) 7:30 p.m.Luck at Grantsburg (DH)

Girls Basketball

6 p.m. Luck at Grantsburg (DH) 7:30 p.m.Siren at Frederic (DH) Unity at SCF (DH)

Monday, Feb. 28

Girls Basketball

7:30 p.m.Luck at Turtle Lake Unity at Clayton Cumberland at Webster Siren at Northwestern

Thursday, March 3

Girls Basketball

7:30 p.m.Frederic at Unity Siren at Grantsburg SCF at Webster

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SCF native coaches cross-country team to state title

Bryan Brown, a 1991 St. Croix Falls graduate, coached his Knoxville, Tenn., Hardin Valley Academy Hawks to the boys Tennessee high school state cross-country team title in the large-school division held in Nashville. This is only the second year of full varsity sports in this new school. The champion, Will Templeton, a junior, ran 16.05 for the win. His freshman brother took third. Brown’s girls team placed third at state after earning second place at sectionals. The team will be competing in the prestigious Footlocker Invitational in Charlotte, N.C., Thanksgiving weekend. Brown is pictured with Tinsley, one of his three daughters. Brown has been coaching for the past 16 years since graduating from Jamestown College, where he played football. His parents are Dave and Wanda Brown of St. Croix Falls. – Photos submitted

A R E A Hacker’s Lanes

Sunday Youth (3 Games) Standings: Infinite 22, The Three Amigos 20, The Bowlers 19, Shooting Stars 17, Brothers & Arms 16, JDZ 13, Boss 12.5, Team Hambone 8.5.

Girls games: Corissa Schmidt (SS) 180, Avery Steen (SS) 152, Lauren Domagala (SS) 143.

Girls series: Corissa Schmidt (SS) 522, Avery Steen (SS) 380, Lauren Domagala (SS) 367.

Boys games: Kyle Hunter (TB) 209, Logan Hacker (TH) 206, Chirs Hopp (I) 189.

Boys series: Logan Hacker (TH) 599, Kyle Hunter (TB) 589, Gary Ekholm (TH) 488.

Team games: The Bowlers 528, Shooting Stars 475, Brothers & Arms 473.

Team series: The Bowlers 1398, Team Hambone 1290, Infinite 1289.

Sunday Night I No-Tap Mixed Standings: Knaubers 15, Packer Backers 13.5, Happy Campers 12, Chuck’s Team 11, Jeff’s Team 9.5, Long Shots 8, Late comers 7, No Names 4.

Women’s games: Kathy Underwood (CT) 245, Yvonne Snyder (HC) 244, Deb Swanson (PB) 230.

Women’s series: Kathy Underwood (CT) 623, Deb Swanson (PB) 615, Jan Kruse (CT) 613.

Men’s games: Chuck Kruse (CT) 262, Don Swanson (PB) 261, Len Knauber (K) 256.

Men’s series: Chuck Kruse (CT) 711, Len Knauber (K) 663, Don Swanson (PB) 658.

Team games: Chuck’s Team 855, Packer Backers & Chuck’s Team 817, Happy Campers 799.

Team series: Chuck’s Team 2467, Packer Backers 2248, Jeff’s Team 2219.

Monday Afternoon Standings: Vultures 30, Zebras 24, Bears 24, Swans 20.5, Eagles 19.5, Night Hawks 18, Badgers 14, Cardinals 10.

Women’s games: Mary Young 225, Marge Traun 201, Carol Messer 179.

Women’s series: Marge Traun 511, Mary Young 498, Lila Larson 491.

Men’s games: Duane Doolittle 235, Dale Johnson 231, Dale Johnson 230.

Men’s series: Dale Johnson 596, Duane Doolittle 576, Dennis Bohn 571.

Team games: Night Hawks 727, Vultures 710, Eagles 656.

Team series: Vultures 1987, Night Hawks 1962, Bears 1845.

Monday Night Ladies Standings: House of Wood 48, Hog Wild 44, Hacker’s Lanes 39.5, Mane Attractions 39, The Bottle Shop 37.5, Bye 2.

Individual games: Kelsey Bazey (HW) 206, Nancy Anderson (HL) 189, Linda Giller (HW) 184.

Individual series: Kelsey Bazey (HW) 565, Linda Giller (HW) 489, Robin Lind-

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Team games: House of Wood 630, Mane Attractions 603, Hog Wild 602.

Team series: House of Wood 1848, Hog Wild 1715, The Bottle Shop 2313.

Wednesday Night Early Men’s Standings: Pioneer Bar 26, A-1 Machine 24, Lewis Silo 23, Cummings Lumber 19.5, Skol Bar 16.5, Larsen Auto Center 11.

Individual games: Mark Bohn (SB) 247, Steve Baillargeon (A1) 237, Buck Hanson (PB) 236.

Individual series: Buck Hanson (PB) 670, Dave Romanowski (PB) 634, Mark Bohn (SB) 615.

Team games: A-1 Machine 1011, Pioneer Bar 1008, Lewis Silo 956.

Team series: Pioneer Bar 2886, A-1 Machine 2874, Lewis Silo 2788.

Thursday Late Mixed Standings: Hansen Farms Inc. 29, Johnson Upholstery 22, Fisk Trucking 19, Hog Wild BBQ & Grill 18, Stotz & Company 13.

Women’s games: Heather Wynn 138.

Women’s series: Heather Wynn 385.

Men’s series: Lloyd Swanson 238, Larry Fisk 217, Larry Stotz 209.

Men’s games: Eugene Wynn Jr. 606, Larry Fisk 571, Tom Bainbridge 551.

Team games: Hansen Farms Inc. 894, Johnson Upholstery 837, Fisk Trucking 787.

Team series: Hansen Farms Inc. 2611, Johnson Upholstery 2273, Hog Wild BBQ & Grill 2252.

Friday Night Ladies (Week of 11/5/10) Standings: The Pin Heads 42, The Dozers 40, Frederic Design & Promotion 39, The Leader 38, Junque Art 30, Pioneer Bar 30, Meyer’s Plus 25.

Individual games: Karen Carlson 216, Jen Ellefson 208, Kathy Sandberg 192.

Individual series: Karen Carlson 570, Pat Traun 544, Jen Ellefson 541.

Team games: The Pin Heads 644, Junque Art 642, Pioneer Bar 621.

Team series: Junque Art 1899, The Pin Heads 1788, Pioneer Bar 1650.

Games 50 or more above average Jen Ellefson; Kim Owens; Myrna Magnuson.

Splits converted: 5-7: Pat Bresina.

Friday Night Ladies (Week of 11/12/10) Standings: The Dozers 47, The Leader 45, Frederic Design & Promotion 44, The Pin Heads 44, Pioneer Bar 35, Junque Art 30, Meyer’s Plus 27.

Individual games: Karen Carlson 203, Gail Linke 203, Marge Traun 199.

Individual series: Karen Carlson 567, Gail Linke 518, Paula Denn 488.

Team games: The Leader 615, Junque Art 609, The Dozers 566.

Team series: The Leader 1800, Junque Art 1793, The Pin Heads 1641.

Games 50 or more above average Marge Traun; Erin Otis; Myrna Magnuson.

Splits converted: 5-10: Terri Pearson.

R E S U LT S Men’s series: Gene Braund 564, Danny Judd 548, Rick Fox 543.

Team games: (Handicap score) Pin Busters 861, Roller Coasters 858, Ten Pin Titans 857.

Team series: (Handicap score) Ten Pin Titans 2495, Roller Coasters 2475, Pin Busters 2466.

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McKenzie Lanes

Monday Night Ladies Standings: Wolf Creek Log Furniture 92, Sam’s Carpentry 88.5, Milltown Appliance 84, McKenzie Lanes 79, Edina Divas 71.5, Frederic Truck & Tractor 70, Bogus Pumpkins 64, Metal Products 63.

Individual games: Marsha Guggisberg 225, Barb Wilson 216, Shirley Wilson 190.

Individual series: Marsha Guggisberg 614, Barb Wilson 541, Shirley Wilson 540.

Team games: (Handicap score) McKenzie Lanes 866.

Team series: (Handicap score) McKenzie Lanes 2451.

Monday Night Madness Standings: McKenzie Lanes 44, Eagle Lounge 35, Alleycats 35, Scottay’s Trucking 34, Radio Shack 30, Mishaps 28, Triple Threat 28, Pepie’s Gals 22.

Individual games: Kris Harder 196, Nichole Reed & Peggy Larkin 190.

Individual series: Debra Mattson 508, Debbie Swanson 468, Nichole Reed 467.

Team games: (Handicap score) Triple Threat 658, McKenzie Lanes 637.

Team series: (Handicap score) McKenzie Lanes 1803, Radio Shack 1786.

Thursday Night Ladies Standings: Truhlsen Chiropractic 120, Cutting Edge Pro 109, Hauge Dental 107.5, Hack’s Pub 99, Bont Chiropractic 99, KJ’s 94, Eagle Valley Bank 88, RiverBank 83.5 Individual games: Dawn High 207, Denise Sandmann 197, Carrie Schultz 195.

Individual series: Lois Swenson 516, Dawn High 507, Jackie Patterson & Denise Donaghue 506.

Team games: Hauge Dental 812, Cutting Edge Pro 803, KJ’s 748.

Team series: Cutting Edge Pro 2282, Hauge Dental 2280, KJ’s 2137.

Saturday Night Mixed Standings: Pin Busters 53, Ten Pin Titans 47, Melonbergers 44.5, Happy Campers 44, The In-Laws 41, Roller Coasters 40, Fisk Trucking 35.5, Eureka Bombers 35.

Women’s games: Toni Sloper 191, Kathy Braund 182, Diane Fisk 178.

Women’s series: Kathy Braund 495, Toni Sloper 493, Linda Katzmark 464.

Men’s games: Danny Judd 225, Rick Fox 205, Gene Braund 202.

Early Birds Standings: Yellow River Saloon 29-7, The Tap 16.5-19.5, Gandy Dancer Saloon 16.5-19.5, Black & Orange 10-26.

Individual games: Donna Crain (B&O) & Claudia Peterson (B&O) 159, Star Chirstensen (GDS) 152, Marcy Viebrock (B&O) 146.

Individual series: Donna Crain (B&O) 430, Kay Casey (YRS) 421, Rita Tesch (YRS) 418.

Team games: Black & Orange 853, Yellow River Saloon 829, Gandy Dancer Saloon 804.

Team series: Yellow River Saloon 2431, Black & Orange 2377, Gandy Dancer Saloon 2366.

Monday Night Men’s Standings: Glass & Mirror Works, Black & Orange, Larry’s LP, Pope’s Construction.

Individual games: Jack Witzany (L) 216, Josh Johnson (L) 209, Breck Eytcheson (G&MW) 194.

Individual series: Larry Johnson (L) 522, Josh Johnson (L) 514, Curt Phelps (G&MW) 510.

Team games: Larry’s LP 912, Glass & Mirror Works 878, Black & Orange 859.

Team series: Larry’s LP 2666, Glass & Mirror Works 2551, Black & Orange 2464.

Games 50 or more above average: Jack Witzany 216 (+69).

TNT Standings: Cashco 22-18, Larry’s LP 2020, Flower Power 20-20, Black & Orange 18-22.

Individual games: Audrey Pardun (B&O) 202, Mary Ellen Smith (C) 185, Jennifer Kern (L) 177.

Individual series: Jennifer Kern (L) 483, Audrey Pardun (B&O) 482, Becky Reynolds (L) 469.

Team games: Black & Orange 859, Larry’s LP 845, Cashco 832.

Team series: Black & Orange 2488, Larry’s LP 2470, Cashco 2394.

Games 50 or more above average: Audrey Pardun 202 (+58).

Wednesday Night Standings: Cashco 27-9, 10th Hole 2214, Lions 20-16, Northview Drive Inn 1917, Black & Orange 15-21, Vacant 5-31.

Individual games: Monte Rinnman (C) 245, Mike Zajac (C) 205, Larry Johnson (L) 198.

Individual series: Monte Rinnman (C) 653, Mike Zajac (C) 506, Larry Johnson

(L) 493.

Team games: Cashco 937, 10th Hole 882, Lions 876.

Team series: Cashco, 10th Hole, Lions.

Games 50 or more above average: Monte Rinnman 245 (+80).

Series 100 or more above average: Monte Rinnman 653 (+158).

Splits converted: 7-9: Matt Swenson.

Early Risers Standings: 10th Hole 23-17, A+ Sanitation 20-20, Gandy Dancer 20-20, Gayle’s Northwoods Hair Design 17-23.

Individual games: Jan Carlson (GNHD) 166, Carol Phelps (A+) 151, Millie Hansen (GNHD) & Evie Engebretson (GNHD) 148.

Individual series: Jan Carlson (GNHD) 451, Evie Engebretson (GNHD) 404, Sheila Anderson (10th) & Donna Crain 403.

Team games: A+ Sanitation 692, Gayle’s Northwoods Hair Design 675, 10th Hole 672.

Team series: Gayle’s Northwoods Hair Design 1967, 10th Hole 1936, Gandy Dancer 1899.

Splits converted: 4-7-10: Phyllis Myers.

Thursday Night Ladies Standings: Vacant 21-15, Webster Motel 20.5-15.5, Lip’s 15.5-20.5, Pour House 15-21.

Individual games: Christine Arntson (WM) 189, Barb Rivard (PH) 166, Shaurette Reynolds (L) 149.

Individual series: Christine Arntson (WM) 488, Barb Rivard (PH) 394, LuAnn Mattison (PH) 379.

Team games: Webster Motel 672, Pour House 669, Lip’s 607.

Team series: Webster Motel 1919, Pour House, 1913, Lip’s 1719.

Games 50 or more above average: Christine Arntson 189 (+61)

Denny’s Downtown Lanes

Sunday Afternoon Mixed Standings: 3-Ms 51, George’s Angels 37, Team Siren 35, The Pacifiers 33, Spare Us 29, Bye 25.

Women’s games: “Trouble” Barfknecht 155, Ernie Meyer 151.

Women’s series: Ernie Meyer 431, Bea Moyer 393.

Men’s games: Jim Loomis 170 & 165.

Men’s series: Jim Loomis 490, Chuck Moyer 436.

Team games: George’s Angels 438, Spare Us 405.

Team series: George’s Angels 1199, Spare Us 1194

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Morrin and Cole selected for Team Wisconsin LACROSSE – Not only did Grantsburg’s Kortney Morrin and Emily Cole both received all-state honors, Morrin named second team and Cole honorable mention, but both Pirates were selected to play on Team Wisconsin in the third-annual Tri-State All Star volleyball games Sunday, Nov. 21 at Viterbo University, La Crosse.

The doors for the games open for spectators at 11 a.m., Team Wisconsin will play Team Iowa at 11:30 a.m., Team Wisconsin will play Team Minnesota at 12:40 p.m. and Team Iowa will play Team Minnesota at 1:50 p.m.

Morrin and Cole are two of 10 elite senior volleyball players that were chosen to play for Team Wisconsin. Morrin is sponsored by Jensen Sundquist Insurance Agency, Grantsburg 24 Hour Fitness LLC – Steven S. Bont and Village Floral & Wood River Garden Store. Denny’s Downtown Lanes is sponsoring Cole for the trip.

Maria Wineski, head coach of Division 4 state champion team Highland, will be coaching Team Wisconsin. Other players

on her team include: Jenni Gust, Colfax; Emily Yanny, New Berlin; Madison Wagner, Lancaster; Emily Kjos, Lancaster; Elizabeth Wendt, Monona Grove; Meggie Schmidt, Edgerton; Sydney Bump, Albany and Mickella Geary, Kickapoo.

Scott Koepke, Caledonia, will lead Team Minnesota and Rob Gossman, South Winneshiek, will coach Team Iowa. – Brenda Martin with submitted information

Extra Points

LEFT: Kortney Morrin was named to the allstate volleyball second team. RIGHT: Emily Cole received all-state honorable mention.

Both girls will play in La Crosse for the 3rdannual Tri-State Volleyball games on Sunday, Nov. 21. – File photos by Brenda Martin

Letter addresses Luck/Frederic sports merger Cooperative sports option outlined to Luck parents

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer LUCK – Luck School District athletic director and Principal Mark Gobler sent a letter to Luck parents recently, outlining and confirming recent mentions of possible mergers in some sports between Luck and Frederic.

“It is true,” Gobler writes, stating that he and Frederic athletic director Troy Wink are “at the stage to begin the process of merging several sports,” primarily spring sports for now: baseball, softball and track for the 2011-2012 school year.

“Also pending is approval to join together this summer for seventh- and eighthgrade baseball and softball.”

Gobler states outright that it “is not intended to be a money-cutting issue,” and also said it would not result in budgetary increases, with declining enrollment making participation in both softball and baseball difficult to support at the junior varsity level, and how they would rather have their JV squads play at more equally competitive levels in the future, lower the

risk of injury and allow them to better refine their skills.

He also addresses the track issue, noting that numbers at Luck have been low in recent years, and that in spite of several successful individual performances at the regional, sectional and even at the state levels “last year we had only one girl out for the entire season.”

Gobler also mentions that Luck’s track facility would require $150,000 of upgrades for competition, and may be hard to justify for 10-15 kids, while Frederic has a well-maintained, modern track facility.

He also mentions falling numbers for summer junior high baseball and softball, how they have only enough players for one team and how safety concerns are again an issue as they may have to use younger players against older, more physically mature players. He suggested that combining the sports with Frederic at that level would “lay a foundation for the possible high school co-op in the future.”

Gobler is quick to outline that there may be negatives to consider, as well, such as the “identity of being Luck,” and how the combined squad would be either Luck/Frederic or vice versa. He also admits that some players may not want to play for a combined squad and how it would likely move those teams up a division in Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic

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Association playoff levels, meaning they would compete against schools like Cumberland and Ladysmith which have greater numbers.

He said that nothing can be done until both school boards individually approve the sports mergers, and then they would decide on expense sharing and scheduling, hosting, coaching issues and the like.

It would also have to be approved by the Lakeland Conference at three separate meetings of principals, athletic directors and then superintendents, with the WIAA Board of Control doing a final vote on the proposal at one of their regular meetings.

He said similar mergers are evaluated and up for approval every two years, to be extended, and cites similar sports mergers with other schools: Grantsburg and Frederic in wrestling, and for cross country, tennis and girls golf with Unity.

“It has not been perfect,” Gobler writes of the current mergers, “but each union is seemingly getting stronger as the years pass.”

He shares that the administration wants to keep as many extracurricular activities and options as possible for students. Gobler said he is seeking input on the proposal before they consider moving forward at their Nov. 22 school board meeting.

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Somerset senior pitcher Jared Dettmann, who also pitched for the Osceola Braves, signed a letter of intent with U-Conn last week. Pictured above, Jared with his parents Jim and Kathy Dettmann. Back row: Somerset baseball coaches Mike Tetzlaff, Tom Sirvatka, head coach Brandon Kadlec and John Ball. – Photo submitted

••• BEMIDJI, Minn. – Former Frederic athlete Jake Schmidt has participated in the past 11 games for the Bemidji State football team this season, with the Beavers final contest being at home against Minnesota Crookston on Saturday, Nov. 13. Bemidji defeated them 45-3. The junior is sixth on the list of defensive leaders with 12 solo tackles Jake Schmidt and 23 assists, along with two tackles for losses. The Beavers finish the season 7-4 overall and 6-4 in the conference. – Marty Seeger with information from www.bsubeavers.com ••• MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – The North Central University Women’s crosscountry team prepared for the NCCAA National Championships at the St. John’s Fall Finale last Friday, Nov. 5, taking ninth-place among Division 2 and 3 teams. Among those helping the Rams to a ninth place finish was former Saints athlete, Meghan Smith, who was fourth among the teams top five scorers. The sophomore ran a 5,000-meter time of Meghan Smith 23:35 and placed 54th overall out of 105 competitors.

The National Championships are being held this Saturday, Nov. 20, in Cedarville, Ohio beginning at 10 a.m. – Marty Seeger with information from www.ncurams.com ••• ST. JOHN’S, N.L. – Siren native, Molly Engstrom and the U.S. Women’s Select hockey team was defeated by Canada last weekend in the championship game of the 2010 Women’s Four Nations Cup in Newfoundland. They lost 3-2 in overtime on a power-play goal, and finished with a record of 2-11-0 for second place. – Marty Seeger with information from www.usahockey.com ••• MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – The Nov. 21 Packers at Vikings game begins at noon and can be heard on both 104.9 FM and 105.7 FM. ••• MADISON – The Badgers football game at Michigan on Nov. 20 can be heard on 1260 AM beginning at 11 a.m.

The Badgers at UNLV college basketball game is being broadcast on 1260 AM on Nov. 20, beginning at 6 p.m.

The Minnesota-Duluth at Badgers hockey game can be heard on 1260 AM on Nov. 19, beginning at 6:30 p.m.

••• LEADER LAND – Local sports tidbits to share? Please contact the Leader by 4:30 p.m. on Mondays to go in Extra Points. – Marty Seeger ••• LEADER LAND – Leader Sports strives to follow the college careers of area athletes. If you know of an athlete who will be playing collegiate sports in 2010-2011 and hasn’t been mentioned, send us an e-mail or call and we’ll take it from there. – Marty Seeger

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ATVs • BIRDING • BOATING • CAMPING • FISHING • HIKING • HUNTING • RECREATIONAL VEHICLES until everyone is done shooting to check or replace new targets. Shooters can shoot while others are busy setting their targets downrange. It’s a safe way to allow a large flow of people to continuously sight in their guns at ranges of 25 to 200 yards.

Sighting in at the last minute again

The gun deer season isn’t quite complete without a last-minute scramble to the local gun range or the back 40 to sight in “old faithful.” For some folks, waiting until the Marty last minute has become about as tradiSeeger tional as hanging your blaze orange out on the porch to air out, or The stopping by the local Bottom sporting goods store on the eve before the Line opener to purchase a license.

Over the past several years I’ve added many of these traditions to the gun deer season. It’s probably because I’ve spent so much time chasing trophy whitetails with a bow during fall, which, in turn, causes less time for completing the many chores yet to do at home. The chores at home will need to wait though, as yet another gun deer opener is upon us. Fortunately, there seems to always be a spot at the

The range at the Balsam Lake Rod and Gun Club allows shooters to shoot while others safely check and change targets. – Photos by Marty Seeger Balsam Lake Rod and Gun Club rifle range to take care of the business of sighting in.

“It’s been slow,” said gun club Vice President, Rick Kemis, late Monday afternoon at the gun club, which is located just south of Balsam Lake on 150th Street. Kemis and other members of the club volunteer their time on each day during the week prior to opening day of gun season to ensure they can handle a heavy flow of shooters, if needed, and

Shooters can sight in their rifles from 25 yards up to 200 yards and can change targets while others are still sighting in.

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collect the annual membership fees.

Anyone wishing to shoot must first purchase a $20 annual membership, which expires Dec. 31 each year. A lifetime membership can be purchased for $200, and currently there are over 250 lifetime members.

While the gun club may have had fewer shooters last weekend and during the beginning of the week, gun barrels will likely heat up on the two days prior to the opener.

“They (gun clubs) all get busy this time of year. Every minute, I think, on Thursday and Friday will be full,” said gun club President Jim Duncan, who has worked every Friday before the opener over the past three or so years.

He says every year is a bit different but, at times, some shooters need to wait in line to reserve a bench to shoot from.

But it doesn’t seem to dampen anyone’s mood.

“Everybody is in a great mood when they’re at the rifle range. For whatever reason, as much time that I’ve spent down there over the last three years, everybody’s in a good mood. And they’re not at work!” Duncan said.

There are several area gun clubs and ranges in Polk and Burnett counties, but the Balsam Lake Rod and Gun Club is unique in that it offers not only several benches to shoot from, it also features a walking range. You don’t need to wait

Before you go For many deer hunters, sighting in their rifles at the last minute is about as traditional as the hunt itself. For those who sight in their guns off a designated rifle range, here’s something you may want to consider. According to page 17 of the 2010 Wisconsin Deer Hunting Regulations, it is illegal to: • Possess any firearm from 12:00 midnight–11:59 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 19, 2010, unless the firearm is unloaded and enclosed within a carrying case. Exceptions: target shooting at established target ranges, target shooting on private lands by landowners and immediate family members who live with them, waterfowl hunting during open season, hunting game birds on licensed bird hunting preserves, and hunting turkeys and small game in CWD Management Zone units. Note: An established target range means an existing location that is set up for target shooting with firearms as its major purpose.

A Model 700 Remington .270 set for another shot at the range.

Hides for Fire fundraiser JACKSON TOWNSHIP – The Town of Jackson Volunteer Fire Department is asking hunters to donate their deer hides as part of a fundraiser they’re putting on

during the 2010 gun deer season, which begins this Saturday, Nov. 20.

Hunters can donate their hides by dropping them off at the Jackson Fire Hall, lo-

cated at the intersections of Burnett CTHs A and C. Look for the blaze-orange collection box at the fire hall. – Marty Seeger with submitted information

Deer tagging requirements for nine-day deer season

Harley Mangen of Siren harvested this 18-point buck with his bow on Sunday, Nov. 7. The buck has 14 scoreable points and a gross green score of 171 as a nontypical. It has an inside spread of 21-1/8 inches. – Photo submitted

STATEWIDE – Wisconsin’s nine-day gun deer season is approaching quickly, and hunters are reminded to check the season structures and unit designations for the deer management units they plan on hunting in. Many unit designations have changed from previous years, as well as the corresponding tagging requirements.

Hunters can also check the map in the middle of their 2010 Wisconsin Deer Hunting Regulations booklet on pages 2829.

In regular units, white units on map, all hunters may tag a buck with their one gun buck deer carcass tag. The antlerless tag that comes with a gun deer license is not valid in these units. Instead, hunters who wish to tag an antlerless deer may purchase a bonus antlerless tag in addition to their license. Bonus antlerless tags for regular units are limited in quantity, and a

number of units have already sold out.

Permit availability is updated regularly online: http://dnr.wi.gov/org/caer/cs/ BonusAvailability.htm. If bonus tag availability is getting low, hunters are encouraged to purchase their license and bonus tag as soon as they can.

There will be 19 regular units in northern Wisconsin that will have bucks-only regulations. These are the light-gray-colored units on the deer season structure map. The antlerless tag that comes with hunters gun deer licenses will not be valid in these units, and no bonus antlerless tags are available.

In herd control units, dark-gray-colored units on map, hunters may use the buck tag and antlerless tag that comes with their license. Additional antlerless tags are available for $2 each.

In Chronic Wasting Disease units, EarnA-Buck regulations will apply. Any valid

carcass tag used to tag a buck will need to have a valid buck authorization sticker affixed to it or it must accompany an antlerless deer that was tagged previously by the same hunter until they are registered. After purchasing a deerhunting license, hunters may pick up additional carcass tags valid in CWD units.

For more information, see the Earn-ABuck frequently asked questions document online: http://dnr.wi.gov/org/land/wildlife/hu nt/deer/eabfaq.pdf.

Hunters with any questions on deertagging requirements or regulations can contact the DNR information line at 1-888WDNRINFO (1-888-936-7463), seven days a week from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. – From the DNR

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St. Croix Casinos launch new brand

TURTLE LAKE – Nov. 1 was a night of red carpets, music, food and drink—and celebration—for the St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin. The St. Croix Casinos celebrated the launch of their new brand at a special party in the event center at St. Croix Casino Turtle Lake. Party attendees included tribal members, casino guests and employees and members of the media.

After a social hour, Aimee Juan, director of marketing at Turtle Lake, began a short program by explaining the history of the development of the new brand. “This project actually began as a vision of Councilman Elmer Jay Emery nearly 10 years ago,” she said. “Jay recognized the power of streamlining all three casinos together on all levels and began placing the stones then to build our new way of doing business here at St. Croix. I’m glad Mr. Emery is here tonight to see the branding of all three casinos come to fruition. Thank you, Jay, for always being the visionary, for always looking for ways to move the tribe forward.”

Why was the rebranding effort necessary? “A little over two years ago, it became clear that we needed to do something to strengthen our identity in the marketplace,” Juan said. “The St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin owned and operated three casinos—St. Croix Casino in Turtle Lake, Hole in the Wall Casino in Danbury and Little Turtle Hertel Express in Hertel. But the general public, even many of our regular casino guests, had little idea that the three casinos were related in any way.

“We needed to change the public perception about the St. Croix tribe’s gaming operations,” Juan added. “As a first step in that direction, the three casinos adopted the tagline, ‘Three casinos. One winning combination.’ But that was just the begin-

The Red Circle Agency leadership group celebrates the brand launch with Aimee Juan, director of marketing at St. Croix Casino Turtle Lake, and Mary Kay Merrill, St. Croix Casino Danbury director of marketing. Shown are front row (L to R): Bonn Banwell and Nikki Dorau of Red Circle and Merrill. Back row: Ben Schmidt of Red Circle, Juan and Chad Germann, Red Circle president and CEO. ning of the task at hand.

“So we hired an award-winning marketing agency, the Red Circle Agency out of Minneapolis, to help us find our common ground across all three properties.

We researched what our new look should be like. We even considered doing away with the turtle mascot that has been our brand identifier since day one. We con-

St. Croix Casino Danbury General Manager Martin Songetay and St. Croix Casino Turtle Lake General Manager LeRoy Buck. – Photos submitted

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sulted the Tribal Council. After months of hard work by a lot of talented and dedicated people and hundreds of revisions, we arrived at a consensus.

“We decided to unite all of our casinos under one umbrella and one common name, St. Croix Casinos. As of today, St. Croix Casino Turtle Lake, St. Croix Casino Danbury and St. Croix Casino Hertel Express have brand-new logos, all of which incorporate the St. Croix turtle.”

Juan added that each casino will continue to have its own identity. Each will continue to offer promotions and special events geared toward its specific guest base. But all three casinos will work together under one brand, a brand which signifies that the St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin are the owners and operators of all three casinos.

Juan then introduced the three Tribal Council members in attendance at the party—Tribal Chairman Lewis Taylor, Jay Emery and Jeanne Awonohopay.

In prepared remarks, Taylor stressed the importance of unified branding for the three St. Croix Casinos. “This new brand makes our efforts much stronger and gives us a far greater opportunity to be successful as a tribe,” Taylor said.

Emery thanked the general managers of the three casinos for their willingness to embrace the rebranding effort. He also thanked the casino VIP guests in atten-

dance for their ongoing support and loyalty. Finally, he recognized the efforts of the casino employees. “Thank you for all your hard work,” he said. “You make us a success.”

The general managers of the three casinos, LeRoy Buck of St. Croix Casino Turtle Lake, Martin Songetay of St. Croix Casino Danbury and Debra Reynolds of St. Croix Casino Hertel Express, offered brief remarks. Perhaps Buck best summed up the significance of the rebranding effort. He recalled a quote that he had recently heard: “Alone we can do great things. Together we can do amazing things.” He urged all of the casino operations to continue to work together to accomplish amazing things for the St. Croix Tribe.

Mary Kay Merrill, director of marketing for St. Croix Casino Danbury, expressed her excitement over the new brand.

“Thanks to this new brand, we will be a stronger organization,” she said. “Thank you to the team at Turtle Lake for putting on this great event tonight to celebrate.”

Jennifer Bearhart, marketing manager at St. Croix Casino Hertel, echoed Merrill’s sentiments as she thanked everyone involved with the brand launch for their help.

Next Chad Germann of Red Circle Agency offered a short presentation on the application of the new brand in the casinos’ advertising efforts. “Red Circle was entrusted with coming up with the concepts for the new brand,” he said, “but it was the marketing team from the three casinos that had to take the ball and run with it, to put our concepts into practice.

Congratulations to them for being able to do just that.”

Germann’s associate, Ben Schmidt, explained how research into the casinos’ individual strengths led to the tagline, “The Turtle Will Surprise You,” which will be used in the casinos’ advertising campaigns.

Finally Germann demonstrated how the stylized outline of a turtle will be used in all of the casinos’ print advertising. “The turtle will serve to identify us, to differentiate us from all other casinos,” he concluded.

Juan concluded the formal part of the evening by thanking original St. Croix Casino director of marketing, Joseph Hunt, for his guidance and expertise in the first years of the casino’s operation.

She also recognized her staff for their hard work and dedication in making the rebranding effort a reality.

The evening ended with $3,000 worth of prize drawings. Throughout the evening, partygoers had the opportunity to have their pictures taken on the red carpet at the north end of the event center. Photos have been posted on the casinos Facebook page. Michael Paul & the Capone Allstars provided musical entertainment. – submitted

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Who is in charge of highway building repairs?

Projects postponed, funding cut

by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – The future of the Polk County highway building remains unclear.

Replacement or remodeling of the large structure built in the late ‘30s has been the subject of discussion in the county for years. Building issues were identified in a 1999 county facilities study. In 2008 voters rejected a bonding issue to build a new highway campus. Since then repairs have been made to the present building, and background work has proceeded on find-

ing land for a possible new highway shop.

And over that same period, responsibility for improvements to the building, along with funding for the improvements, switched from the highway department to the buildings department.

Now at least the funding part of the highway building issue has switched back to the highway budget, and the funding for planned immediate repairs has been cut again.

Goal No. 1 for 2010 for Debra Peterson, director of parks, buildings and solid waste, is to work with the highway and property committees and the highway commissioner to develop a plan for the highway building.

Peterson’s final department capital im-

provement plan for 2010 included $29,000 for 2010 repairs and a projected $476,000 for the 2011 budget. That $29,000, approved last November, was down from a requested $51,500 in the August 2009 CIP draft. The November CIP included 24 highway building projects to be done through 2014 with a total estimated cost of $3,119,000.

That was last year. This year the highway facility improvements have been removed from the Buildings CIP and moved to the highway department CIP. The $476,000 projected for 2011 in last year’s CIP was reduced to $40,000 in the just-approved county budget for the coming year. The detailed list of 24 items has been reduced to one line, Building Needs. Last

year CIP projects from 2011 through 2014 were projected at $1,379,000. The new CIP lists coming projects at $280,000.

The current CIP does show an estimated highway building cost of $10 million in 2016-17. County Administrator Dana Frey says that new county bonding will not be an option until at least 2016.

All this leaves some issues on the table.

For example, who is in charge of improvements to the present building, how much money should be spent on the present facility, and when should the county commit to a long-term plan for the Polk County highway facility?

Highway finishes 2010 projects under budget Uses savings for West Sweden road

by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – The Polk County Highway Department finished its 2010 construction projects under budget and used that extra money to do more improvements on CTH W north of Frederic.

Details on the projects were presented to the highway committee at its Nov. 4 meeting. The 2010 projects are part of the department’s six-year road plan.

The estimated cost for 38 miles of roadwork was $2,537,625. The final cost for the projects was $2,474,622. The remaining $63,000 was spent on additional work on

W. All the funds were county money from the levy and the last of the bonding money.

The most expensive project per mile was a minor reconstruction of CTH CC north of Hwy. 46. Repaving the 2.47 miles cost $454,565 or $184,000 per mile. Most of that cost was for relaying the pavement, which had been removed and pulverized.

Two other projects, CTH J and a section of CTH F, were more expensive in total but involved less expensive work. The major improvements on 5.37 miles of J cost $756,318. Preservation work on seven miles of F just west of Clear Lake $530,425.

A fourth preservation project on 5.3 miles of CTH I between Hwy. 46 and CTH H cost $331,056. The department documents the cost of each part of the work on each project showing the estimated and actual

cost of items such as engineering, paving and shouldering.

An additional $239,246 was spent on chip sealing 17.9 miles of roads in the northeastern part of the county, including nine miles of CTH I, five miles of CTH E, and 3.6 miles of CTH O. Chip sealing preserves roads from weathering.

CTH W north of Frederic was rated the worst county road in the system. After appeals from West Sweden residents and the town board, the highway department has been making improvements to the winding road over the past two seasons. This year the department worked on culvert repairs and ditching, ending the construction season last week laying new asphalt on a stretch from Frederic north. The seven-mile road from Frederic to the county line follows an old route which

Pastries for Parents

Grantsburg Middle School students enjoyed having breakfast and reading with their parents and guests at the first-annual fourth- through sixth-grade Pastries for Parents morning on Friday, Nov. 12. A generous donation of books from local author Cris Peterson and grants from First Book and Wal-Mart made it possible for students to win books and for each student to take home a book. Some of Mr. Stevenson’s fourth-graders wanted to show they were “Wild About Reading” just like their teacher’s camo shirt stated so they gathered together on the floor of their classroom and hit the books. – Photos by Priscilla Bauer

Karen Spafford and son Mason picked out their pastries at the Pastries for Parents morning held Friday, Nov. Tessah Schulte looked over the selections at the book 12, at the Grantsburg Middle School. Students were asked to wear camo clothing for the event’s theme, Wild fair held during the Wild About Reading celebration last week at the Grantsburg Middle School.

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winds over marshlands. A total rebuild of the road, including laying a new solid base and straightening the road, could cost $8 million, more than the county spends for roads over a three-year period.

The 2011 budget includes $2.4 million in funding for next year’s projects, with much of the work concentrated on sections of county highways F, Y and M between Osceola and Amery. The most expensive work will be repaving CTH I between Hwys. 87 and 35. More of CTH E in the northeast will be chip sealed.

Maintaining the 330-mile county highway system is the most expensive capital part of the county budget. Levy expenses for road projects is estimated at $2.5 million or more each year through 2015.

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Cris Peterson posed with three Grantsburg Middle School students, Grace Gaffney and Drew and Jenna McNally, who are featured in her new book, “Seed, Soil, Sun.” Parents attending the Pastries for Parents reading celebration had a chance to purchase copies of the book at cost, which Peterson then autographed for them.

Jim McKenzie visited his daughter Jordyn’s classroom and listened as she read from a favorite book. Parents and guests of fourth- through sixthgraders were invited to Pastries for Parents at the Grantsburg Middle School on Friday, Nov. 12, to enjoy breakfast and reading time with their children.

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Webster passes lean budget for 2011

by Sherill Summer Leader staff writer WEBSTER - The Webster Village Board passed its 2011 budget on Wednesday, Nov. 10. The $729,085 budget is nearly $20,000 less than last year. Of that amount, $381,747 will be raised through the tax levy. The 2011 levy amount will be less than the $390,273 raised last year.

This year’s mill rate will be 10.88, or $1,088.

Habitat for Humanity Wild River Habitat for Hunaity Eric Kube visited the board. The Habitat home in Webster that is almost finished is the 20th home Wild Rivers has built in Burnett and Polk counties.

Kube says the group would like to build as many as five home within their building range by 2013, but it depends on finding qualifying families. Only two Burnett County families applied during the last application period. Kube is sure that there are more than two families countywide that have a housing need and could qualify if they applied.

Qualifying families must work on the home as it is being built and be financially stable enough to pay a mortgage. The difference between standard mortgages and a mortgage from Habitat for Humanity is that the Habitat loan is interest free.

Kube explained that Habitat for Humanity is always looking for lots to build homes. Since the number of homes built depends on having funds on hand, Kube explained that Habitat would prefer to have lots donated to them rather purchase lots if at all possible. The benefits for villages is that the homes, once build, pay property taxes.

Library update The contaminated soil around the new library has been removed. The library is now waiting for the DNR to sign off on the project.

The bids have been let and will be opened on Tuesday, Dec. 21. Once bids have been analyzed, the village will know how much money the library still needs to raise to

County jail administrator arrested for alleged misconduct Booked into own jail; later released on bond

Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity Eric Kube visited the Webster Village Board on Wednesday, Nov. 10. Habitat for Humanity is almost finished with its home in Webster. It is the 20th home Habitat has build for needy families in the area. Kube says that the group would like to build five homes a year by 2013 within its area, which now includes all of Burnett and Polk counties. - Photo by Sherill Summer finish the project.

Time is running out to get in on the second Nexen challenge. Nexen will donate up to $30,000 if the community can raise $60,000.

SHELL LAKE – A Washburn County Sheriff’s Department jail administrator was arrested Tuesday, Nov. 16, for alleged misconduct and theft.

Captain Bruk L. Sweeney, 37, Comstock, was booked into the county jail after being arrested on six counts of misconduct in public office and one felony theft count.

The alleged criminal conduct and misappropriation of funds stems from an ongoing investigation by the sheriff’s department.

Sweeney appeared in court for a bail hearing the same day and was released on a $4,000 signature bond.

Sweeney has been Washburn County’s jail administrator for four years. Due to his employment within the county, Chippewa County’s district attorney will serve as a special prosecutor, as requested by Washburn County District Attorney Mike Bitney.

No further information will be released regarding this case, due to ongoing investigation, until a criminal complaint is formally filed by the Chippewa County district attorney. – from the Washburn County Sheriff’s Department

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Polk County Circuit Court James G. Abfalter, Big Lake, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

John L. Abrahamson, New Richmond, speeding, $200.50.

Dann K. Adair, North Branch, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Abdi A. Ali, St. Cloud, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Allen O. Austad, North Branch, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

James W. Baillargeon, Somerset, towing w/improper safety chains, $200.50; operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00.

Brian C. Bayerl, DePere, speeding, $183.30.

Sylvia C. Benwald, Stillwater, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Ronald A. Bilbrey, Orlando, Fla., speeding, $183.50.

Kathleen J. Blanchfelner, Hugo, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Michael L. Broten, Luck, operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00.

Andrew J. Bruss, Osceola, speeding, 15 days suspension of license, $358.00.

Traci A. Buckman, Blaine, Minn., speeding, $225.70.

Cheryl L. Burton, Minneapolis, Minn., speeding, $250.90.

Zachery M. Cardot, Centuria, driving too fast for condition, $213.10.

Craig A. Carlson, Chanhassen, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Dennis D. Carlson, Centuria, failure to yield right of way, $187.90.

Linda L. Carlson, Estero, Fla., speeding, $225.70.

Shawn L. Castorena, St.

Croix Falls, speeding, $200.50.

Andrew C. Cator, Minocqua, speeding, $175.30.

Troy C. Chamberlin, St. Croix Falls, speeding, $175.30.

Casey Cheyne, Seattle, Wash., speeding, not guilty plea.

Chippewa Concrete Service Inc., Chippewa Falls, operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00.

Bryan L. Chryst, Dresser, speeding, $175.30.

Andrew J. Cimfl, Clayton, operate motor vehicle w/o adequate muffler, $175.30.

Paul J. Congdon, Hudson, speeding, $175.30.

Christopher A. Cordie, Osceola, inattentive driving, $187.90.

Ryan D. Coss, Barron, interstate record of duty status, $263.50.

Adam N. Davis, Grove City, Ohio, interstate record of duty status, $263.50.

Ethan D. Deiss, Osceola, speeding, $225.70.

Randolph L. Deutschlander, Eau Claire, fail/stop at stop sign, $183.30.

Harold Eatmon, Andover, Minn., speeding, $295.00.

Lane M. Eckwall, Clear Lake, speeding, $175.30; seat belt violation, $10.00.

Mark E. Ernest, Eagan, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Derek H. Evenson, Osceola, speeding, $175.30.

John A. Everson, Deer Park, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Joseph M. Frane, Hugo, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Kati M. Frederickson, Rice Lake, speeding, $200.50.

Dennis J. Gille, Amery, operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00.

Kristin L. Grebe, Minnetrista, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Kathryn A. Haave, Eagan, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Katie L. Hall, St. Paul, Minn., fail/yield right/way from stop sign, $175.30.

Shirley M. Hase, Cumberland, speeding, not guilty plea.

Eric A. Hedstrand, Minneapolis, Minn., speeding, $250.90.

Mark B. Helgemoe, Stillwater, Minn., interstate record of duty status, $263.50.

Peter C. Hennig, St. Lucie, Fla., speeding, $175.30.

Brian S. Hill, Luck, operate w/o valid license, not guilty plea.

Linda M. Hinterleitner, Wausau, speeding, $200.50.

Drew D. Homola, Ashland, speeding, not guilty plea.

Catherine A. Hopkins, Baldwin, speeding, $175.30.

Steven K. Howell, Amery, seat belt violation twice, $10.00 ea.

Blair A. Huggins, Otsego, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Rodney J. Iverson, Somerset, illegally construct, use or fail to remove or attach name/address or DNR No. to unattended tree stand, $162.70.

Dustin R. Jamison, Baldwin, operating while suspended; speeding, not guilty pleas.

Tommy R. Jewell, Grantsburg, speeding; operating motor

Burnett County sheriff’s report Accidents Nov. 13: Mary J. Lorraine, 66, Rochester, Minn., was northbound on Hwy. 35 in Oakland Township when she lost control of the vehicle and entered the ditch, hitting several trees. No injuries were reported and no citations issued.

Nov. 13: James K. Bengtson, 65, Frederic, was eastbound on Hwy. 77, stopped at the intersection of Hwys. 35 and 77 in Danbury, when southbound Andrew E. Jorgensen, 17, Danbury, attempted to turn westbound on Hwy. 77 and slid on the snow-covered road into the stopped vehicle. No injuries were reported and no citations issued.

Nov. 13: Sheila A. Anderson, 56, Danbury, was northbound on Hwy. 35 in Meenon Township when she lost control on the Yellow River bridge and hit the guardrail. Jack G. Elliott, 72, Webster, was behind the Anderson vehicle and was unable to avoid the accident. A passenger in the Elliott vehicle reported a possible injury. No citations were issued.

Nov. 13: Tammy L. Gillis, 38, Siren, was westbound on CTH B in Siren Township when she lost control on the slippery road. The vehicle entered the ditch and overturned. No injuries were reported and no citations issued.

Nov. 13: Barbara J. Riedasch, 61, Maple, was west-

bound on Hwy. 77 in Webb Lake Township when she lost control on the slippery road.

The vehicle overturned in the ditch. A passenger in the vehicle reported a possible injury.

Arrests and citations Nov. 12: Joseph C. Hubbell, 30, Balsam Lake, was arrested in Burnett County on a Polk County warrant.

Other incidents Nov. 14: Scott Abbott, Siren, reported that two sets of wrenches and an impact wrench were taken from the Siren Township shop. The incident is under investigation.

vehicle w/o proof of insurance, not guilty pleas.

Kevin A. Johnson, Dresser, possess loaded firearm in unauthorized area, $175.30.

Richard L. Johnson, Stillwater, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Steven L. Johnson, Eden Prairie, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Judith A. Keiser, Hudson, speeding, $175.30.

Lawrence J. Kieffer, Cushing, operating while suspended, $200.50.

Edward J. King, Gary, Ind., display false vehicle registration plate, $263.50; failure to obtain IFTA, $263.50.

Chalane D. Kirchoff, Osceola, speeding, $200.50.

David J. Kromrey, Balsam Lake, speeding, $175.30.

Staci M. Kupecky, Siren, inattentive driving, $187.90.

Leif R. Laaksonen, Hopkins, Minn., bike rules, ride play vehicles on roadway, $162.70.

Jim K. Lai, Ellicott City, Md., speeding, $175.30.

Tyson L. Lowe, Luck, operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, $200.50.

Anthony A. Lundeen Brooks, Frederic, speeding, $175.30.

Sarah J. Maslowski, Minneapolis, Minn., speeding, $225.70.

Tanya J. McCray, Menahga, Minn., operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00.

Roger M. McKibben, St. Croix Falls, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Laurie L. McLaughlin, Little Canada, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Kristin A. Mellesmoen, Minneapolis, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Timothy D. Mrduff, Cornstock, speeding, $175.30 Adam J. Nelson, Baldwin, speeding, $200.50; operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00.

Julie D. Nelson, St. Croix Falls, speeding, $225.70.

Amanda R. Nielsen, St. Paul, Minn., speeding, $175.30; seat belt violation, $10.00; operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, $200.50; operating while suspended, $200.50.

Ashley B. Novak, Amery, speeding, not guilty plea.

James A. Olson, Grantsburg, seat belt violation, $10.00; speeding, $175.30.

Ozie B. Oneal, Picayune, Miss., interstate record of duty status, $263.50.

Jody A. Ortega, St. Paul, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Daniel A. Patz, New Auburn, speeding, $208.50.

Ray C. Paulson, Minneapolis, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Pepst Trucking Inc., Centuria, operate motor vehicle w/o adequate muffler, not guilty plea.

David B. Peterson, Osceola, speeding, $225.70; seat belt violation, $10.00.

Robert P. Pike, Milltown, speeding, $114.50.

Donald M. Potting, Cushing, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Michelle K. Prytz, Shoreview, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Devin E. Quinn, Balsam Lake, speeding, $225.70.

Brad L. Radinzel, St. Croix Falls, viehicle tires w/less than 2/32 in tread, $175.30.

John J. Rechner, Stevens Point, speeding, $225.70.

Cole M. Rechtzigel, St. Paul, Minn., litter/deposit debris on state property, $200.50.

Douglas J. Reith, Beloit, interstate/intrastate driving requirements, $200.50.

Amy L. Riemenscheider, St. Croix Falls, speeding, $175.30.

Rex D. Ritchie, St. Louis Park, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Theodore R. Rozeboom, Wayzata, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Wayne L. Salmen, Wessington Springs, S.D., speeding, $200.50.

Clyde R. Sands, Chippewa Falls, interstate record of duty status, $263.50.

Daniel G. Schmitt, Richfield, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Jeffrey D. Sherburne, Stillwater, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Jason A. Shinglton, St. Croix Falls, speeding, $295.00.

Kenneth L. Shoberg, Heights, Ill., speeding, $175.30.

Shawn R. Springer, Milltown, operate w/o valid license, $200.50.

Ronald E. Stark, Mora, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Jerry Stetz, Dunedin, Fla., speeding, $183.30.

Fred R. Stoltenburg, Glencoe, Minn., speeding, $183.30.

Ivan P. Streif, Excelsior, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Joshua A. Swager, Amery, speeding, $175.30.

Christopher K. Swanson, Luck, speeding, $225.70.

Max T. Swanson, Centuria, speedometer violations, $175.30.

John W. Thatcher, Star Prairie, operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00.

Glenn R. Thier, Andover, Minn., speeding, $200.50; violation of child safety restraint requirements, child 4 yrs., but less than 8 yrs., $150.10.

Tyler J. Tomann, St. Paul, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Terry R. Tone, New London, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Rick J. Tourville, Turtle Lake, operating while revoked, $200.50.

Arlana K. Vaughan, St. Paul, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

David R. Warner, Rice Lake, speeding, $200.50.

Leonard C. Wells, North Freedom, operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00; vehicle equipment violations, group 3, $175.30, twice.

Joseph M. West, Minot Air Force Base, N.D., speeding, $250.90; operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00.

David B. Wilson, St. Croix Falls, speeding, $183.30; interstate record of duty status, $200.50.

Nicholas J. Windschitl, Minneapolis, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Adam D. Wood, Mosinee, speeding, $175.30; seat belt violation, $10.00.

Christine E. Zappa, Osceola, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Cody L. Zelinski, Balsam Lake, speeding, $175.30.

Roxann T. Zwicki, Centerville, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Polk County marriag licenses Marlaina J. Tibbetts, town of Garfield, Jeffrey A. Dubois, town of Garfield, issued Nov. 14, 2010.

Susan L. Da Bruzzi, town of Johnstown, Blaine J. O’Connell, town of Johnstown, issued Nov. 15, 2010.

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Burnett County warrants

(Nov. 17, 24, Dec. 1, 8, 15, 22) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY AnchorBank, fsb, Plaintiff, vs.

Daniel A. Muzzy, et al, Defendants.

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Case No: 10 CV 533 Case Code: 30404 Judge: R. H. Rasmussen PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on Sept. 17, 2010, in the amount of $214,902.66, the Polk County Sheriff shall sell the described property at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: January 5, 2011, at 10 a.m.

TERMS: 10% of successful bid must be paid to the Sheriff at sale in cash or by certified check. Balance due within 10 days of court approval.

Purchaser is responsible for payment of all transfer taxes and recording fees. Sale is AS IS in all respects and subject to all liens and encumbrances.

PLACE: Foyer Area, Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main St., Suite 900, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.

DESCRIPTION: Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 5242, recorded in Volume 23 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 149 as Document No. 720653, being a division of Lots 1 and 2 of Certified Survey Map No. 3015, recorded in Volume 14 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 37 as Document No. 596339, located in Government Lot 3, Section 11, Township 34 North, Range 16 West, Town of Apple River, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1643 70th Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.

Timothy G. Moore Polk County Sheriff ECKBERG, LAMMERS, BRIGGS, WOLFF & VIERLING, P.L.L.P. Nicholas J. Vivian #1047165 Attorney for Plaintiff 1809 Northwestern Avenue Stillwater, MN 55082 (651) 439-2878 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.

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(Nov. 10, 17, 24, Dec. 1, 8, 15) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY THE RIVERBANK, Plaintiff, vs.

STEVEN T. CIMINSKI, and DIERDRE J. (CIMINSKI) CURRAN, and ARROW FINANCIAL SERVICES, Defendants.

Case No. 10 CV 177 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE By virtue of and pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above-entitled action on June 23, 2010, in the amount of $152,403.33, 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: Wednesday, December 29, 2010, 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: Lot Seventy (70), Plat of Silver Ridge First Addition, said plat located in part of the Southwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (SW1/4 of NE1/4), and part of the Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (SE1/4 of NE1/4), of Section Eighteen (18), Township Thirty-three (33) North of Range Eighteen (18) West, Village of Dresser, Polk County, Wisconsin.

Parcel No. 116-00468-7000 Street Address: 476 Teddy Crt., Dresser, Wisconsin 54009 Dated at Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, this 27th day of October, 2010.

Timothy G. Moore, Sheriff Polk County, Wisconsin Steven J. Swanson Bar No. 1003029 Attorney at Law P.O. Box 609 105 South Washington Street St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 715-483-3787 525310 WNAXLP

Burnett County deaths Walter E. Fischer, 79, Oakland, Oct. 28.

Maurice F. McAllister, 92, Jackson, Nov. 4.

LaVina J. Freese, 89, Webster, Oct. 30.

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS, St. Croix Falls, is now hiring a

PART-TIME MAINTENANCE PERSON. Needs experience painting and basic drywall repair.

Please apply in person at

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS 2190 U.S. Hwy. 8 • St. Croix Falls

Erin R. Bearheart, 19, Webster, warrant - failure to appear, Nov. 10.

Myles J. Benjamin, 25, Sandstone, Minn., warrant - failure to appear, Nov. 10.

Joshua A. Denetz, 32, Frederic, warrant - failure to appear, Nov. 10.

John W. Hadlock, 38, Cripple Creek, Colo., failure to pay fines, Nov. 8.

Leslie D. Johnson, 28, Comstock, warrant - failure to appear, Nov. 8.

Misty D. Matrious, 26, Danbury, warrant - failure to appear, Nov. 10.

Sam Maziroski, 52, Tomahawk, arrest warrant - complaint, Nov. 10.

Bryan Otero, 21, Grantsburg, failure to pay fines, Nov. 10.

James A. Owens, 29, warrant - failure to appear, Nov. 10.

Doreen Springer, 44, no address given, warrant - failure to appear, Nov. 10.

Siren police report No information is available yet on who initiated the bomb hoax at Siren School in October.

The case is still under investigation according to Siren Police Chief Chris Sybers.

Sept. 21: Joshua A. Denetz, 32, Frederic, was cited for operating after revocation-OWI related and failing to use a seat belt in a stop on Hwy. 35/70 and Works Progress Street at 4:52 p.m.

Oct. 12: Jeremy P. Conant, 34, Sobieski, was cited for speeding at 7 p.m. on Hwy. 35 and Olson Street.

Oct. 15: Gary L. Stoner, 41, Hertel, was cited for operating while intoxicated (sixth offense), failing to give a signal, operating after revocation and operating with a prohibited alcohol concentration of .10 percent or higher during a stop on Hwy. 35 and Luverne Street at 2:20 a.m.

Oct. 16: Danielle M. Blessard, 24, Siren, was cited for nonregistration of a vehicle during a stop on South Shore Drive and Spruce Lane at 10:49 a.m.

Oct. 19: Reports were taken during the day regarding three thefts from vehicles that took place in Siren. Mark Swenson reported that between 11 p.m.

Oct. 18 and 7 a.m. Oct. 19, an iPod was taken from an unlocked truck parked in his driveway. Jim Flanigan reported that someone had taken a .22-caliber pistol and a partial 18-pack of Miller beer from a pickup parked in his driveway. Jennie Carlstrom reported the loss of a GPS, an MP3 player, a CD car charger/converter and a CD player taken from her car that was parked at her residence.

TWO HOUSES FOR SALE OR RENT 2 BRs each, basement, garage, city water & sewer.

306 Polk Ave. S.: $

500 Rent

908 Wis. Ave. S.: $

600 Rent

Duane Wisse

715-327-4848

Mary L. Thomas, 54, St. Croix Falls, was cited for speeding at 9:56 p.m. on Hwy. 35 and Clear Lake Street.

Oct. 24: David E. Gildenzoph, 51, Nekoosa, was cited for speeding at 8:25 p.m. on Hwy. 35/70 and Elizabeth Street.

Oct. 30: Jacob J. Chell, 21, Webster, and Michael Curtis, 21, no address given, were taken to Burnett County Jail after a possible break-in and loud noise around buildings on the north side of South Shore Drive at 4:45 a.m. Chell was cited for disorderly conduct and obstructing (i.e. giving a false statement to an officer).

Theresa Patterson, 47, Siren, was taken to Burnett County Jail at 6:38 p.m. on a charge of domestic battery.

Nov. 3: At 6:21 p.m., the Siren officer on duty assisted a Wisconsin state trooper on Hwy. 35 and CTH K by transporting one person to jail and aiding in the search of a stopped van for drugs and drug paraphernalia.

Nov. 4: A letter was sent to Nathaniel Reynolds, Webster, regarding unreturned movies from Siren Auto Stop.

A truancy citation was mailed to a student at Siren School.

Jeffery L. Zacco, 51, Siren, was cited for OAR on CTH B and Silver Lake Road at 6:30 p.m.

A warrant was served at Rumors Restaurant on Lawrance E. Behr, 43, St. Paul, Minn.

Nov. 5: Scott M. Doriott, 21, Webster, was cited for operating while suspended, displaying unauthorized registration plates and failing to wear a seat belt during a stop on Hwy. 35/70 and Works Progress Street at 4:32 p.m.

Nov. 6: Driver Daniel J. Hunter, 47, Webster, and passenger David W. Tomberlin, 46, Siren, were cited for not wearing seat belts during a stop on Hwy. 35/70 and Parks Street at 1:08 a.m. Hunter was also cited for nonregistration of the vehicle.

Clara E. Jorgenson, 89, St. Croix Falls, died Oct. 22, 2010.

James D. Hallberg, 79, Balsam Lake, died Oct. 26, 2010.

Dorothy E. Mattson, 90, Laketown Township, died Oct. 27, 2010.

Fred D. Dinger, 78, Balsam Lake, died Oct. 28, 2010.

Gwendolyn Alden, 87, Frederic, died Oct. 29, 2010.

Doris C. Nelson, 90, Roseville, Minn., died Oct. 31, 2010.

Verna L. Wood, 89, St. Croix Falls, died Nov. 5, 2010.

Beverly A. Hovey, 78, Amery, died Nov. 9, 2010.

FOR RENT

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$

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715-485-3402

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Polk County deaths

FOR RENT

1-BR Apartment in Balsam Lake

6-mo. lease.

Plus deposit No pets, no smoking.

Management on-site.

All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians; pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18.

This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-6699777. The toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1800-927-9275.

At 5:40 p.m., a gas drive-off at Holiday Station was reported.

The owner of the vehicle was registered as Martin S. Gormanson, St. Paul, Minn.

At 1:19 a.m., the officer on duty assisted the Webster Police Department at a fight at the Black and Orange. A shotgun and knife were reportedly involved. A person believed to be one of the suspects was stopped by the Webster officer on Hwy. 35 and CTH C, but it turned out that wasn’t the right person and he was released.

At 4:17 a.m., Jeremy L. Hollander, 18, Cameron, was cited for operating after suspension on Hwy. 35 and Cemetery Road.

Nov. 11: Brandon W. Hoffman, 19, Rogers, Minn., was arrested on charges of criminal damage to property and underage drinking in regard to a 2 a.m. fight in a room at The Lodge at Crooked Lake.

Two other persons who were allegedly involved, James P. Quigley and Randy Mickelson, were taken to jail on disorderly conduct charges.

Dinah C. Radke, 51, Siren, was taken to jail on a Polk County warrant at 5:54 p.m.

Two-BR Apartments

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Background check.

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612-280-7581

ONE MORE WEEKEND Because Of The Snowstorm, We Will Be Open

Sat. & Sun., Nov. 20 & 21 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

10% Discount Storewide & Holiday Tea

At-Las Antiques

9 miles north and west of Luck in Atlas, WI On County Road B Marjorie Mattson - Betty Wilson 2123 29th Ave., Luck, WI 54853

715-648-5337

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Daniel W. Bugg, 46, Luck, OWI, $1,244.00, three-year prison sentence followed by three-year extended supervision, license revoked 36 months, ignition interlock 36 months, alcohol assessment, absolute sobriety, no operation of vehicle without license; OWI, $1,256.00, sentence concurrent with above sentence.

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(Oct. 13, 20, 27, Nov. 3, 10, 17) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY First National Community Bank, Plaintiff vs.

Aaron Kromrey, Ellen S. Kromrey, F/K/A Ellen Pogodzinski, and WESTconsin Credit Union, Defendants.

NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Case No. 09 CV 347 Case Code: 30404 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on July 13, 2009, in the amount of $176,315.96, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: December 2, 2010, 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 will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

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

PLACE: The front lobby of the Polk County Judicial Center located at 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 3638 recorded in Vol. 16 of C.S.M., pg. 151, as Doc. No. 629705 located in part of the NE 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of Section 27, Township 32 North, Range 19 West, Town of Farmington, Polk County, Wisconsin.

TOGETHER WITH an easement for ingress and egress described as follows: A part of the NE 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of Section 27, Township 32 North, Range 19 West, Town of Farmington, Polk County, Wisconsin, more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the SE corner of said Section 27; thence N00013’27”W 1,724.37 feet along the East line of said SE 1/4 of Section 27; thence S89031’55”W 428.54 feet to the point of beginning of said easement; An Easement including an 80-foot radius arc around the said point of beginning; thence the road easement continues from said point of beginning 33 feet either side of and parallel to a line bearing S89031’55”W 834.00 feet to the east rightof-way line of State Trunk Highway 35.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2603 13th Avenue, Osceola, Wisconsin 54020.

Dated this 22nd day of September, 2010. /s/Timothy G. Moore Polk County Sheriff Ronald L. Siler VAN DYK, WILLIAMSON & SILER, S.C. Attorney for Plaintiff 201 South Knowles Avenue New Richmond, WI 54017 Van Dyk, Williamson & Siler, S.C., is attempting to collect a debt on our client’s behalf and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. If you previously received a discharge in a chapter 7 bankruptcy case, this communication should not be construed as an attempt to hold you personally liable for the debt.

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Eric A. Pavlicek, 39, Siren, employer fail to pay wages to employee, one-year probation, sentence withheld, restitution to be determined, no contact with victim, $88.00; disorderly conduct, one-year probation, sentence withheld, $100.00; OWI, $916.00, 5-day jail sentence, Huber release granted, license revoked 12 months, alcohol assessment.

Loren G. Benjamin, 22, battery, Danbury, $309.00.

Mark A. Childers, 47, East Bethel, Minn., OWI - cause injury, $853.00, 30-day jail sentence, eligible for Huber release and / or electronic monitor, license revoked 12 months, alcohol assessment.

Chad A. Bedard, 33, Fall Creek, operating while revoked, $425.00.

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Alan J. Schwartzbauer, 20, Grantsburg, operating without required lamps lighted, $162.70; failure to obey traffic signal, $330.50.

Theresa E. Kegel, 35, Siren, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Kenneth H. Gale, 44, Webster, speeding, $225.70.

Kini Hart, 36, Siren, operate without valid license, $127.50.

Steven J. MacDonald, 48, Woodbury, Minn., passing in nopassing zone, $127.50.

Sonnakry Chav, 25, Burnsville, Minn., passing in nopassing zone, $213.10.

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Burnett County criminal court

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Notices/Employment

Job Title: H.R. Contact: Telephone: Job Description: Qualifications: How to apply: Employer: Closing Date:

Homebound Instructor Gerald Tischer, Superintendent 715-327-5630 This is a part-time position to teach one student (up to 12 hours per week).

Wisconsin certification required.

Contact Gerald Tischer, Telephone, 715-3275630.

Frederic School District 1437 Clam Falls Drive Frederic, WI 54837 Open until filled.

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The Frederic School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

NOTICE OF SPRING ELECTION April 5, 2011 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that at an election to be held in the Village of Siren, on Tuesday, April 5, 2011, the following offices are to be elected to succeed the present incumbents listed. The term for village trustees will begin on April 19, 2011. All terms are for two years.

Office Incumbent Village President Janet C. Hunter Village Trustee David Alden Village Trustee Joshua Henry Village Trustee Thomas Anderson NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that a Village caucus for the purpose of nominating candidates to appear on the spring election ballot for the above-listed offices will be scheduled during the month of December. The caucus will be held on a date not sooner than January 4, 2011, and not later than January 25, 2011. Notice of the scheduled date of the caucus will be given at least five days before the caucus.

Done in the Village of Siren, on Nov. 17, 2010.

525435 13L Ann L. Peterson, Village Clerk WNAXLP

SCHOOL DISTRICT OF WEBSTER INVITATION TO BID

The Webster School District is accepting bids for a 2010 minivan. Minimum requirements are as follows: 7-passenger seating, automatic transmission, front-wheel drive, V6 engine, mileage under 30,000, cloth interior, power windows, power locks, cruise control, tilt steering wheel, air conditioning (Stow ‘n Go is desired but not necessary).

Factory warranty information must be provided on the bid. Any vehicle for bid comparison must be in dealer stock and available for inspection.

Sealed bids shall be received on or before 4 p.m.

December 8, to: Brian Sears School District of Webster P.O. Box 9 Webster, WI 54893 bsears@webster.k12.wi.us 715-866-4281, ext. 336 The Webster School Board has full authority to accept or reject any or all bids.

The School District of Webster does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, pegnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability.

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NOTICE OF SCHOOL BOARD ELECTION

FREDERIC SCHOOL DISTRICT Notice is hereby given to qualified electors of the Frederic School District that a school board election will be held April 5, 2011, to fill the following board positions: • Three-year term: One position due to expiring term of Chuck Holicky.

An elector desiring to be a candidate for a position on the school board must file a declaration of candidacy and campaign registration statement at the Frederic School District office located at 1437 Clam Falls Drive, Frederic, Wisconsin 54837, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Monday through Friday, mailed to the address above, or filed personally with the school district clerk Rebecca Amundson or school district election Diane Utley prior to 5 p.m., January 4, 2011.

Dated this 17th day of November 2010.

Rebecca Amundson District clerk 525695 13L WNAXLP

(Oct. 13, 20, 27, Nov. 3, 10, 17) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY First National Bank & Trust Plaintiff, vs.

James L. Henke Todd Ellertson Defendants.

NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Case No. 10 CV 26 Case Code 30404 By virtue of a judgment of foreclosure made in the aboveentitled action on April 28, 2010, I will sell at public auction at the Polk County Justice Center, located at 1005 West Main St., in the City of Balsam Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin, on the 23rd day of November, 2010, at 10:00 a.m., all of the following described premises, to wit: Parcel Ia: Lot 2 of Certified Survey Map No. 2014, Volume 9, Page 162, being located in the Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section 33, Township 35 North, Range 15 West, (in the Town of Johnstown), Polk County, Wis. Parcel Ib: Together with nonexclusive rights of ingress and egress over and across the ingress-egress and utility easements as more fully depicted on Certified Survey Maps 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015.

Parcel IIA: Part of Government Lot 1, Section 27, Range 35 North, Range 16 West (in the Town of Georgetown), Polk County, Wisconsin, described as follows: Commencing at a point on the East Boundary line of Government Lot 1,400 feet South of the Northeast corner of Section 27; thence running South on the East boundary line of Government Lot 1,100 feet; thence running West on a course parallel with the North boundary line of Lot 1 to an intersection with the high-water mark on the shore of Blake Lake; thence following the shores of Blake Lake at a high-water mark in a Northwesterly direction to a point 400 feet due South of the North boundary line of Government Lot 1; thence running east on a course parallel with the North boundary line of Government Lot 1 to the East boundary line of Government Lot 1, which is the point of beginning; Commencing at the Northwest corner of Government Lot 10, of Section 26, Township 35 North, Range 16 West (in the Town of Georgetown), Polk County, Wis.; thence South along the West line of said Lot, 400 feet to the point of beginning; thence East 80 feet; thence South parallel with the West line of said Lot, 100 feet; thence West 80 feet, thence North along the West line to the point of beginning; Parcel IIB: Together with and subject to all rights, benefits and burdens of that certain driveway agreement and easement as recorded in Volume 436 of Records, Page 606, Document No. 405563.

TERMS OF SALE: (10% cash down payment at sale, balance within ten (10) days of Court approval).

Dated at Menomonie, Wis., this 4th day of October, 2010.

Tim Moore Sheriff The property is located at: 794 200th Avenue, Luck, WI 54853.

Andrew J. Harrington WSB #1061492 LIDEN & DOBBERFUHL, S.C. Attorneys for the Plaintiff 425 E. LaSalle Ave. P.O. Box 137 Barron, WI 54812 Telephone: 715-537-5636

NOTICE OF SCHOOL BOARD ELECTION Webster School District April 5, 2011 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that at an election to be held in the School District of Webster, on Tuesday, April 5, 2011, the following offices are to be elected to succeed the present incumbents listed. The term of office for school board members is three years beginning on Monday, April 25, 2011, and ending Monday, April 21, 2014.

Office Incumbents Director at Large Terry Larsen Director at Large Sheldon Olesen NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that a Campaign Registration Statement and a Declaration of Candidacy, must be filed no later than 5 p.m., on Tuesday, January 4, 2011, at the school administration office, 26428 Lakeland Avenue South.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that if a primary is necessary, the primary will be held on Tuesday, February 15, 2011.

A description of the school district boundaries can be obtained from the school district office.

Done in the Village of Webster on November 12, 2010.

Sheldon Olesen, School Board Clerk 525725 13L WNAXLP

TOWN OF LAKETOWN NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, November 23, 2010, at 7 p.m., at the Cushing Community Center, a public hearing on the 2011 proposed budget of the Town of Laketown in Polk County will be held. The proposed budget in detail is available for inspection at the town clerk’s home by appointment.

2010 2011 % Budget Proposed Change REVENUES Local Levy/Taxes $ 289,417 $ 289,417 0 Intergovernmental Revenues $ 166,359 $ 171,565 0.031294 Public Charges for Services $ 135 $ 135 0 Miscellaneous Revenue $ 2,000 $ 1,200 -0.4 TOTAL REVENUES $ 457,911 $ 462,317 0.009622 EXPENDITURES General Government $ 70,000 $ 70,000 0 Public Safety $ 73,621 $ 71,880 -0.02365 Public Works $ 260,378 $ 266,287 0.022694 Health and Human Services $ 4,500 $ 6,000 0.333333 Capital Outlay $ 49,412 $ 48,150 -0.02554 TOTAL EXPENDITURES $ 457,911 $ 462,317 0.009622

NOTICE OF SPECIAL TOWN ELECTORS MEETING

Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, November 23, 2010, immediately following the completion of the Public Hearing on the proposed 2011 budget, which begins at 7 p.m., at the Cushing Community Center, 2510 241st Street, a special meeting of the electors called pursuant to Sec. 60.12(1)c) of Wis. Statutes by the town board for the following purposes will be held: 1. To adopt the total 2011 highway expenditures pursuant to Section 82.03(2) of Wisconsin Statutes.

2. To adopt the 2010 town tax levy to be paid in 2011 pursuant to Section 60.10(1)(a) of Wisconsin Statutes.

Patsy Gustafson Town Clerk 525761 13L WNAXLP

NOTICE OF JUDICIAL, COUNTY EXECUTIVE AND COUNTY SUPERVISOR ELECTION APRIL 5, 2011

STATE OF WISCONSIN } POLK COUNTY }

SPRING ELECTION

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that at an election to be held in the several towns, villages, cities, wards and election districts of the State of Wisconsin, on Tuesday, April 5, 2011, the following officers are to be elected:

JUDICIAL OFFICERS ONE JUSTICE OF THE SUPREME COURT, for the term of ten years, to succeed the present incumbent listed, whose term of office will expire on July 31, 2011: David T. Prosser, Jr. TWO COURT OF APPEALS JUDGES, each for the term of six years, to succeed the present incumbents listed, whose terms of office will expire on July 31, 2011: District III - Gregory A. Peterson ONE CIRCUIT COURT JUDGE, for the term of six years: Polk County, Branch 2 – Vacant (formerly held by Robert H. Rasmussen)

MUNICIPAL JUDGE A MUNICIPAL JUDGE, serving more than one municipality, for a term of four years, to succeed the present incumbent listed, whose term of office will expire on April 30, 2011: Village of Dresser & Village of Osceola – Priscilla DornCuttler Information concerning multijurisdictional municipal judge district boundaries may be obtained from the Polk County Clerk and Village Clerks for Dresser and Osceola.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that the first day to circulate nomination papers is December 1, 2010, and the final day for filing nomination papers is 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 4, 2011. Candidates for Supreme Court, Court of Appeals and Circuit Court judicial offices file with the Government Accountability Board.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that if a primary is necessary, the primary will be held on Tuesday, February 15, 2011.

DONE in the Village of Balsam Lake, this 15th day of November, 2010.

Carole T. Wondra 525773 13L 3a,d Polk County Clerk WNAXLP

(Nov. 3, 10, 17) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY In the matter of the name change of: Brian Scott Valentine By (Petitioner) Brian Scott Hill Notice and Order for Name Change Hearing Case No. 10CV810 NOTICE IS GIVEN: A petition was filed asking to change the name of the person listed above: From: Brian Scott Valentine To: Brian Scott Hill Birth Certificate: Brian Scott Valentine IT IS ORDERED: This petition will be heard in the Circuit Court of Polk County, State of Wisconsin: Judge’s Name: Molly E. GaleWyrick Place: Polk Co. Justice Center, 1005 W. Main St., Br. 1, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.

Date: Nov. 23, 2010.

Time: 2:45 p.m.

If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call 715-4859299, at least ten (10) working days prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provfide transportation.

BY THE COURT: Molly W. GaleWyrick Circuit Court Judge October 25, 2010 524714

JOB OPPORTUNITY HOMEBOUND INSTRUCTOR FREDERIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

$463.50.

Marshfield Clinic vs. Harold F. Kravcik, Spooner, $1,251.29.

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Marshfield Clinic vs. Kathleen M. Good, Shell Lake, $1,263.86.

Marshfield Clinic vs. Mark Omer, Grantsburg, $534.10.

Marshfield Clinic vs. Shawn R. Spafford, Grantsburg,

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Capital One Bank vs. Sara Stout, Webster, $1,553.49.

Regions Hospital vs. Cindy Staples, Danbury, $1,426.48.

Marshfield Clinic vs. Valencia Fremont, Webster, $1,015.80.

(Oct. 27, Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24, Dec. 1) 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: December 8, 2010, 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, WI 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 Avenue, Grantsburg, WI 54840 TAX KEY NO.: 046-01281-0000 Dated the 28th day of September, 2010.

Tim Moore Polk County Sheriff Cummisford, Acevedo & Associates, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff Mark R. Cummisford, State Bar #1034906 6508 South 27th St., Suite #6 Oak Creek, WI 53154 414-761-1700 Cummisford, Acevedo & Associates, LLC is the 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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The

CUMBERLAND MUNICIPAL UTILITY Cumberland, Wisconsin

An Electric and Water Utility, is recruiting for the position of Journeyman Line Worker/Utility Worker, and an Apprentice Line Worker/Utility Worker.

PUBLIC NOTICE

Qualifications: A Journeyman Certified Line Worker, with a minimum of one year working at this level. An Apprentice Line Worker, with successful completion of a power distribution program.

Applications are available from the Cumberland Municipal Utility Office, 1265 2nd Avenue, P.O. Box 726, Cumberland, WI 54829, 715-822-2595, or can be completed online at the utility’s Web site, www.cumberlandmunicipalutility.com. Submit resumes and applications to the above address, Attention Personnel Director, 525751 13-14Lp 3-4b,cp or online by clicking “job openings.”

On Tuesday, November 9, 2010, the Polk County Board of Supervisors granted the following district changes: MICHAEL & JILL STOFFEL, General Purpose to Commercial for 1.01 acres located: 2441 230th Ave., Pt. of S 1/2 of the SW 1/4, SE 1/4, Sec. 1/T35N/R19W, Town of Eureka.

ALVIE J. ANTON/JENNIFER ANTON BAKKEN, Commercial to Agricultural for 2.18 acres located: 2725 135th St., Pt. of SE 1/4, SW 1/4, Sec. 14/T36N/R17W, Town of Luck.

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NOTICE OF SCHOOL BOARD ELECTION

NOTICE OF SPRING ELECTION TOWN OF JACKSON

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that at an election to be held in the Siren School District on Tuesday, April 5, 2011, the following offices are to be elected at large to succeed the present incumbents listed. The terms of office for school board members are two terms at three years beginning on Monday, April 25, 2011.

Incumbents are Jeff Howe and Jacob Mangelsen.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that an elector desiring to be a candidate for a position on the School Board must file a Campaign Registration Statement and Declaration of Candidacy at the Siren School District Office located at 24022 4th Avenue, Siren, Wisconsin, during normal business hours, mailed to the address noted above, or filed personally with the School District Clerk, prior to 5 p.m., Tuesday, January 4, 2011.

If an incumbent fails to file a Declaration of Candidacy by January 4, 2011, all candidates for the office held by the incumbent other than the incumbent, may file a written declaration of candidacy no later than 72 hours after January 4, 2011.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that if a primary is necessary, the primary will be held on Tuesday, February 15, 2011.

Dated this 11th Day of November, 2010.

Molly Bentley, Clerk 525648 13L WNAXLP Siren School District

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that at an election to be held in the Town of Jackson, on Tuesday, April 5, 2011, the following offices are to be elected to succeed the present incumbents listed. All terms are for two (2) years beginning on Tuesday, April 12, 2011.

INCUMBENT OFFICE Town Board Chairperson Dianne Connor Town Board Supervisor Nancy Growe Town Board Supervisor Roger Larson Town Clerk Lorraine Radke Town Treasurer Kimberly Campion NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that a town caucus for the purpose of nominating candidates to appear on the spring election ballot for the above-listed offices will be scheduled during the month of December 2010. The caucus will be held on a date not sooner than January 5, 2011, and not later than January 26, 2011. Notice of the scheduled date of the caucus will be given at least five (5) days before the caucus.

Done in the Town of Jackson on November 17, 2010.

Lorraine Radke, Clerk 525447 13L 3a WNAXLP

Sec. 120.06(6) (a) and (b)

April 5, 2011

(Nov. 17, 24, Dec. 1, 8, 15, 22) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY AnchorBank, fsb f/k/a S & C Bank Plaintiff, vs.

Richard J. Jenson and Sandra L. Jenson Defendants.

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Case No. 10 CV 271 Case Code: 30404 Judge: R.H. Rasmussen PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a Judgment of Foreclosure entered on June 24, 2010, in the amount of $268,994.48, the Polk County Sheriff will sell the following described real property at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: January 5, 2011, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 10% of successful bid must be paid to the Sheriff at sale in cash or by certified check. Balance due within 10 days of court approval.

Purchaser is responsible for payment of all transfer taxes and recording fees. Sale is AS IS in all respects and subject to all liens and encumbrances.

PLACE: Foyer Area Polk County Justice Center 1005 West Main St., Suite 900 Balsam Lake, WI 54810 DESCRIPTION: Lot Five (5), Plat of Royal Oaks Addition to the Village of Balsam Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin, being part of Lot Four (4), Black A, Park Addition to the Village of Balsam Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY: 154 Royal Oaks Dr. ADDRESS: Balsam Lake, WI 54810 Timothy G. Moore, Polk County Sheriff Eckberg, Lammers, Briggs, Wolff & Vierling, P.L.L.P. Nicholas J. Vivian (#1047165) Attorney for Plaintiff 1809 Northwestern Avenue Stillwater, MN 55082 651-439-2878 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.

Follow th e Leader.

(Nov. 3, 10, 17) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ELSIE SKOW Order Setting Time to Hear Petition for Administration and Heirship and Notice to Creditors Case No. 10 PR 45 A petition has been filed for administration of the estate and determination of heirship of the decedent, whose date of birth was March 10, 1915, and date of death was December 24, 2005. The decedent died domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a post office address of: 1657A 270th Avenue, Luck, WI 54853.

IT IS ORDERED THAT: 1. The petition be heard at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Branch 1, before Hon. Molly E. GaleWyrick, Court Official, on December 7, 2010, or 8:30 a.m. or when scheduled thereafter.

2. Heirship will be determined on the date set for hearing on the final account.

You need not appear unless you object. The petition may be granted if no objection is made.

3. Creditors’ claims must be filed with the court on or before January 25, 2011.

4. Publication of this notice shall constitute notice to any persons whose names or addresses are unknown.

BY THE COURT: Molly E. GaleWyrick Circuit Court Judge/Court Commissioner October 15, 2010 Please check with the attorney/petitioner below for exact time and date.

George W. Benson Attorney at Law BENSON LAW OFFICE LLC P.O. Box 370 Siren, WI 54872 715-349-5215 Bar Number: 1012978

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HELP WANTED

(Nov. 17, 24, Dec. 1, 8, 15, 22) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. Plaintiff, Vs. MELISSA OGREN, et al.

Defendants.

Case Number: 09 CV 720 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on January 6, 2010, in the amount of $304,582.93, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: January 6, 2011, 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: Foyer area of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main St., Balsam Lake, WI DESCRIPTION: Lot 7 of Certified Survey Map No. 22, recorded on May 27, 1960, in Volume 1 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 23, as Document No. 293873, being located in Government Lot 6, Section 31, Township 36 North, Range 16 West, in the Town of Bone Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin, together with an easement for ingress and egress as shown on said Certified Survey Map. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1168 243rd Avenue, Luck, WI 54853 TAX KEY NO.: 012-00813-0000 Dated this 15th day of November, 2010. /S/ Timothy G. Moore 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. (203678)

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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.

Notices/Employment

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ECKBERG, LAMMERS, BRIGGS, WOLFF & VIERLING, P.L.L.P. Nicholas J. Vivian (#1047165) Attorney for Plaintiff 1809 Northwestern Avenue Stillwater, MN 55082 (651) 439-2878

(Nov. 17, 24, Dec. 1, 8, 15, 22) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Wilshire Credit Corporation, as servicer for U.S. Bank, NA, as Successor Trustee to Bank of America, NA, as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank, NA, as Trustee for the MLMI Trust Series 2006-RM4 Plaintiff, vs.

CHRISTINE A. SIMONSON, et al.

Defendants.

Case Number: 09 CV 946 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on February 18, 2010, in the amount of $185,761.73, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: January 6, 2011, 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: Foyer area of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI. DESCRIPTION: Lot 25, Croixwood, in the City of St. Croix Falls, Polk County, Wisconsin.

Also described as: Lot 25, Croixwood “A Planned Unit Development,” City of St. Croix Falls, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1326 East Aspen Drive, Saint Croix Falls, WI 54024.

TAX KEY NO.: 281-01380-2500.

Dated this 15th day of November, 2010. /s/Timothy G. Moore 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 this purpose. (203692)

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Timothy G. Moore Polk County Sheriff

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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on May 6, 2009, in the amount of $131,487.11, the Polk County Sheriff shall sell the described property at public auction as follows: TIME: January 5, 2011, at 10 a.m.

TERMS: 10% of successful bid must be paid to the Sheriff at sale in cash or by certified check. Balance due within 10 days of court approval.

Purchaser is responsible for payment of all transfer taxes and recording fees. Sale is AS IS in all respects and subject to all liens and encumbrances.

PLACE: Foyer Area, Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main St., Suite 900, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.

DESCRIPTION: The West 832 feet of the South 312 feet of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4, Section 9-3518, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2141 220th Ave., Luck, WI 54853.

(Nov. 3, 10, 17) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY STATE FARM MUTUAL AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE COMPANY 112 E. Washington St., DTB 8 Suwanee, Georgia 30024-2529, Plaintiff, vs.

ROBERT L. COOK 232 Morseman Road, #1 Dresser, Wisconsin 54020, Defendant(s) Case No. 10-CV-669 Daubert Law Firm File: 09-08010-0 SUMMONS THE STATE OF WISCONSIN To each person named above as a Defendant: You are hereby notified that the Plaintiff named above has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you.

Within 40 days after November 3, 2010, 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 Clerk of Court, Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810, and to plaintiff’s attorney, whose address is One Corporate Drive, Suite 400, P.O. Box 1519, Wausau, Wisconsin 54402-1519. You may have an attorney help or 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.

Dated: October 29, 2010 Daubert Law Firm LLC Attorneys for the Plaintiff Melissa A. Spindler State Bar No.: 1060672 One Corporate Drive, Suite 400 P.O. Box 1519 Wausau, WI 54402-1519 715-845-1805

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(Nov. 17, 24, Dec. 1, 8, 15, 22) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY AnchorBank, fsb f/k/a S&C Bank, Plaintiff, vs.

Ernest J. Switzer Jr. a/k/a Ernest J. Switzer et al, Defendants.

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Case No: 09 CV 70 Case Code: 30404 Judge: Molly E. GaleWyrick

NOTICE OF SPRING ELECTION - TOWN OF LORAIN APRIL 5, 2011

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that at an election to be held in the Town of Lorain, on Tuesday, April 5, 2011, the following offices will be elected to succeed the present incumbents listed. All terms are for two years beginning on Tuesday, April 12, 2011.

Office Incumbent Town Board Chairman Richard Eggers Town Board Supervisor Daniel Beecroft Town Board Supervisor Roger Owens Town Treasurer Laurie Sommerfeld NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that a town caucus for the purpose of nominating candidates to appear on the spring election ballot for the above-listed offices will be scheduled during the month of January. The caucus will be held on a date not sooner than January 4, 2011, and not later than January 11, 2011. Notice of the scheduled date of the caucus will be given at least five days before the caucus.

Done in the Town of Lorain on Nov. 11, 2010 Susan E. Hughes, Clerk 525764 13L 3a WNAXLP

PUBLIC NOTICE

The Polk County Land Information Committee will hold Public Hearings on Wednesday, December 1, 2010, at 8:30 a.m. in the Government Center (1st floor, County Boardroom), Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, to consider the following and other agenda items: AT&T requests approval to modify an existing transmission facility as required by Article IIIG of the Polk County Telecommunication Towers, Antennas and Related Facilities Ordinance located at: Jose & Joan Melendez property, 51 State Hwy. 46, Pt. of SE1/4, NE1/4, Sec. 31/T32N/R16W, Town of Black Brook.

AT&T requests a Conditional Use Permit for a wireless telecommunication facility (monopole tower, within the 200’ maximum height allowance) located at: Dennis & Patricia Priebe property, Pt. of Gov’t. Lot 10, Sec. 31/T32N/ R15W, Town of Clear Lake.

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Notices

Notice is hereby given, that on Monday, November 29, 2010, at 7 p.m., at the Town Hall of the Town of Apple River, a Public Hearing on the Proposed 2011 Budget for the Town of Apple River, Polk County, will be held. The proposed budget in detail is available for inspection at the office of the town clerk by appointment. The following is a summary of the proposed 2011 budget: 2010 2011 Revenue: Levy $195,755 $195,755 Transportation Aid $101,270 $106,570 Shared Revenue $15,150 $15,171 Fire Protection Dues $3,600 $3,600 MFL/PF $600 $600 License Fees $2,500 $2,500 Interest $400 $500 Total Revenue $319,275 $324,696 Expenses: General Govt. $58,618 $60,620 Public Safety $66,551 $67,343 Public Works $192,506 $194,733 Health & Human Res. $1,600 $2,000 Total Expenses: $319,275 $324,696 Tom Sykes, Clerk, 715-268-2534 525654 2-3d 13L WNAXLP

NOTICE OF SPRING PRIMARY

NOTICE OF SPRING ELECTION TOWN OF TRADE LAKE APRIL 5, 2011

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that at an election to be held in the Town of Trade Lake on Tuesday, April 5, 2011, the following offices are to be elected to succeed the present incumbents listed. All terms are for two years beginning on Tuesday, April 12, 2011.

Office Incumbent Town Board Chairperson James Melin Town Board Supervisor* Roger Hinrichs Town Board Supervisor* Jeff Lade Town Treasurer Patsy Tucker NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that a town caucus for the purpose of nominating candidates to appear on the spring election ballot for the above-listed offices will be scheduled during the month of January. The caucus will be held on a date not sooner than January 4, 2011, and not later than January 25, 2011. Notice of the scheduled date of the caucus will be given at least five days before the caucus.

Done in the Town of Trade Lake, On November 17, 2010.

525677 13L WNAXLP Deborah L. Christian, Clerk

NOTICE OF JUDICIAL ELECTION April 5, 2011

ON FEBRUARY 15, 2011 ( IF REQUIRED)

STATE OF WISCONSIN

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COUNTY OF BURNETT

NOTICE OF SPRING ELECTION ON APRIL 5, 2011

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that at the election to be held in the Town of Oakland, Tuesday, April 5, 2011, the following offices are to be elected to succeed the present incumbents listed. Offices are for two years, beginning on the Tuesday, one week after election, unless otherwise indicated.

INCUMBENT OFFICES Town Board Chairman Harm Weber III Town Board Supervisor Edgar Peterson Town Board Supervisor Jack Witzany Town Clerk Deanna Krause Town Treasurer Jonathan Mosher NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that a town caucus for the purpose of nomination of candidates to appear on the spring election ballot for the above-listed offices will be scheduled during the month of December. The caucus will be held on a date not sooner that the first Tuesday and not later than the last Tuesday of the month of January. Notice of the scheduled date of the caucus will be given at least five days before the caucus.

GIVEN under my hand, done in the Town of Oakland, on this 11th day of November 2010 Deanna J. Krause, Clerk 525177 2a 13L WNAXLP

SCHOOL DISTRICT OF LUCK REGULAR BOARD MEETING Monday, November 22, 2010, 6 p.m.

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AGENDA Call to order and seek approval of the agenda. Robert Clifton Consideration of previous minutes, LeRoy Buck Presentation of Vouchers, Amy Dueholm Treasurers Report, Amy Dueholm Recognition of Guests or Delegates A. Student Representative B. Nancy Christiansen and Dean Roush - Board will convene to another classroom for demonstration on Promethean Boards.

Administrative Reports A. Mr. Palmer B. Mrs. Goldbach C. Mr. Gobler Old Business A. Approve final agreement details for Spring cooperative sports with Frederic.

New Business A. Set date for December Board Meeting and Tea for December 20, 2010 at 12:00 Noon.

B. Vision Statement: Recommend for Board support.

C. Retirement of Bus Driver.

D. Resolution Authorizing the Issuance and Sale of $880,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds.

E. Health Insurance (WASB Sample Resolution) discussion.

F. Any other business that may properly come before the Board.

Motion to convene into executive session per WI Stat 19.55(1) for discussion of employee contracts.

Reconvene to open session.

Motion to adjourn.

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Spring Election NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that at an election to be held in the several towns, villages, wards and election districts of the County of Burnett, State of Wisconsin, on Tuesday, April 5, 2011, the following officers are to be elected: JUDICIAL OFFICERS ONE JUSTICE OF THE SUPREME COURT, for the term of ten years, to succeed the present incumbent listed, whose term of office will expire on July 31, 2011: David T. Prosser Jr. ONE COURT OF APPEALS JUDGE, each for the term of six years, to succeed the present incumbents listed, whose terms of office will expire on July 31, 2011: District III Gregory A. Peterson NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that the first day to circulate nomination papers is December 1, 2010, and the final day for filing nomination papers is 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 4, 2011. Candidates for Supreme Court, Court of Appeals and Circuit Court judicial offices file with the Government Accountability Board.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that if a primary is necessary, the primary will be held on Tuesday, February 15, 2011.

DONE in the County of Burnett, this 17th day of November, 2010.

Wanda Hinrichs, Burnett County Clerk 7410 County Road K, #105 Siren, WI 54872 525736 13L WNAXLP 715-349-2173

NOTICE OF SPRING PRIMARY

ON FEBRUARY 15, 2011 (IF REQUIRED) AND

NOTICE OF SPRING ELECTION TOWN OF DANIELS APRIL 5, 2011

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that at an election to be held in the Town of Daniels, Tuesday, April 5, 2011, the following offices are to be elected to succeed the present incumbents listed. The term for offices is for two years beginning on the 2nd Tuesday in April unless otherwise indicated.

OFFICES

(Oct. 20, 27, Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY BankCherokee, Plaintiff vs.

Johnson Rental Properties, Inc., Timothy Johnson and Pamela Johnson, Defendants.

Case Code: 30404 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Case No. 09 CV 798 Hon. Robert H. Rasmussen Please take notice that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on the 13th day of May, 2010, the Sheriff of Polk County will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: December 2, 2010, at 10:00 a.m.

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

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

DESCRIPTION: Lot 12, Block 4, Plat of Lawson in the Village of Luck, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 813 Park Avenue, Luck, WI. Timothy G. Moore Sheriff of Polk County Stein & Moore, P.A. Attorneys for Plaintiff 332 Minnesota St., Ste. W-1650 St. Paul, MN 55101 651-224-9683 523828

NOTICE FOR THE TOWN OF APPLE RIVER NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING, SPECIAL TOWN MEETING FOR THE TOWN OF APPLE RIVER, POLK COUNTY

The incident is under investigation.

INCUMBENT

Town Board Chairperson Christopher Sower Town Board Supervisor Timothy Tjader Town Board Supervisor Edward Fisher Town Clerk Ellen Ellis Town Treasurer Emma Kolander NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that a town caucus for the purpose of nominating candidates, to appear on the spring election ballot for the above-listed offices, will be scheduled during the month of December. The caucus will be held during the month of January. Notice of the scheduled date of the caucus will be given at least five days before the caucus.

Given under my hand, done in the Town of Daniels, on this 15th day of November 2010.

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(Nov. 17, 24, Dec. 1, 8, 15, 22) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING L.P. Plaintiff, vs.

STACY LYNN LARSON, et al Defendants.

Case No: 09 CV 220 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on May 6, 2009, in the amount of $195,237.31, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: January 6, 2011, 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: Foyer area of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin.

DESCRIPTION: The South 228 feet of the West 365 feet of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 5, Township 33 North, Range 15 west. Said land being in the Town of Clayton, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 499 115th Ave., Amery, WI 54001.

TAX KEY NO.: 016-00096-0000.

Dated this 12th day of November, 2010. /s/Timothy G. Moore Sheriff of Polk County Christina E. Demakopoulos State Bar #1066197 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. (203689)

(Oct. 27, Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24, Dec. 1) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY MinnWest Bank – Eagan, 1150 Yankee Doodle Road Eagan, Minnesota 55121, Plaintiff, vs.

Trout Haven Development LLC 1079 – 340th Avenue Frederic, Wisconsin 54837, Defendant.

Case No. 10 CV 21 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on March 16, 2010, in the amount of $1,299,751.64, the undersigned Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: December 15, 2010, at 10 o’clock a.m.

TERMS: Pursuant to said judgment, 10% of the successful bid must be paid to the sheriff at the sale in cash, cashier’s check or certified funds, payable to the clerk of courts (personal checks cannot and will not be accepted). The balance of the successful bid must be paid to the clerk of courts in cash, cashier’s check or certified funds no later than ten days after the court’s confirmation of the sale or else the 10% down payment is forfeited to the plaintiff. The property is sold “as is” and is subject to all liens and encumbrances.

PLACE: Front entrance of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main Street, Suite 900, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.

DESCRIPTION: Parcel 1: Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16, 18, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25 and 26, Plat of Trout Haven Condos, Polk County, Wisconsin.

Parcel 2: Lot 3 of Certified Survey Map No. 4648 recorded in Volume 20 of Certified Survey Maps at page 200, Document No. 688918, in the Office of the Polk County Register of Deeds. Said map located in the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter (NW 1/4 of NW 1/4) and parts of the Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter (NE 1/4 of NW 1/4) and the Southeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter (SE 1/4 of NW 1/4), all in Section Seventeen (17), Township Thirty-seven (37) North, Range Sixteen (16) West, Polk County, Wisconsin.

This parcel can not be sold in parcels without material injury to the rights of the parties and the Defendants have agreed that the parcel may be sold in its entirety.

TAX PARCEL NOS: 014-003700100, 014-00370-0200, 01400370-0300, 014-00370-0400, 014-00370-0500, 014-003700600, 014-00370-0700, 01400370-0800, 014-00370-1000, 014-00370-1100, 014-003701200, 014-00370-1400, 01400370-1500, 014-00370-1600, 014-00370-1800, 014-003700020, 014-00370-2100, 01400370-2200, 014-00370-2300, 014-00370-2400, 014-003702500, 014-00370-2600, 01400370-3000.

DATED: October 18, 2010.

Timothy G. Moore, Sheriff Polk County, Wisconsin Hanft Fride A Professional Association Attorneys for MinnWest Bank Eagan 1000 U.S. Bank Place 130 West Superior Street Duluth, MN 55802-2094 Tel. (218) 722-4766 Hanft Fride, a Professional Association, is attempting to collect a debt on our client’s behalf and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If you have previously received a discharge in a chapter 7 bankruptcy case, this communication should not be construed as an attempt to hold you personally liable for the debt.

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Other incidents Nov. 5: James W. Toftness, Hayward, reported two hunting stands, two deer mounts, cement blocks and porch screens taken from his cabin.

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Nov. 8: Travis W. Morse, 32, Siren, reported hitting a deer on Ice House Bridge Road in Lin-

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Nov. 6: Jason E. Hackett, 32, Grantsburg, reported hitting a deer on Hwy. 70 in Wood River Township.

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(Nov. 10, 17, 24, Dec. 1) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, nka JP MORGAN CHASE BANK, NA 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: ADJOURNED DATE/TIME: December 8, 2010, 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 Street, Balsam Lake, Wis., 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 55020.

TAX KEY NO: 022-00028-0300.

Dated this 23rd day of September, 2010.

Tim Moore 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 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. 10, 17, 24) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY RURAL AMERICAN BANK Luck Plaintiff, vs.

KIMBERLY S. HEDERMANOWEN, Defendant.

SUMMONS (By Publication) Case No. 10 CV 749 Case Classification No. 30301 TO: Kimberly S. Hederman-Owen 2834 Wilson Avenue St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 THE STATE OF WISCONSIN TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that the Plaintiff named above has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you.

Within forty (40) days after November 10, 2010, 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: Clerk of Circuit Court Polk County Justice Center 1005 West Main Street, Suite 300 Balsam Lake, WI 54810 and to plaintiff’s attorney whose address is: Steven J. Swanson 105 Washington Street South P.O. Box 609 St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 You may have an attorney help or represent you.

If you do not provide a proper answer within forty (40) days after November 10, 2010, the Court may grant Judgment against you for the award of money or other legal action requested in the Complaint and you may lose your right to object to anything that is or may be incorrect in the Complaint. A Judgment may be enforced as provided by law. A Judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate you own now or in the future, and may also be enforced by garnishment or seizure of property.

Dated the 5th day of November, 2010.

Steven J. Swanson/Bar No. 1003029 Attorney for Plaintiff 105 Washington Street South P.O. Box 609 St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 715-483-3787 525312

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(Nov. 10, 17, 24, Dec. 1, 8, 15) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT BURNETT COUNTY RURAL AMERICAN BANK LUCK, Plaintiff, vs.

JONATHAN J. MEMMER and RAYNA L. MEMMER, Defendants.

Case No. 10 CV 141 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE By virtue of and pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above-entitled action on June 22, 2010, in the amount of $173,272.26, I will sell the described premises at public auction at the Main Front Entrance of the Burnett County Government Center, 7410 County Road K, Siren, Burnett County, Wisconsin, on: Tuesday, December 28, 2010, at 10 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 to plaintiff.

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

3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax. DESCRIPTION: That part of the NW 1/4, SW 1/4, Section 26, Township 37 North, of Range 18 West, lying South and East of the thread of Spirit Creek, excepting the Highway Right of Way described in Volume 222, page 254, Burnett County, Wisconsin Records, and except the South 330 feet of the NW 1/4 of the SW 1/4, of Section 26, Township 37 North, of Range 18 West, excepting the Highway Right of Way described in Volume 222, page 254, Burnett County, Wisconsin, Records.

Said land being situated in Burnett County, Wisconsin.

PIN: 07-034-2-37-18-26-3 02-000-011001.

STREET ADDRESS: 20532 Round Lake Road, Luck, WI 54853.

Dated at Siren, Wisconsin, this 27th day of October, 2010.

Dean Roland, Sheriff Burnett County, Wisconsin Steven J. Swanson Attorney at Law P.O. Box 609 105 South Washington Street St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 715-483-3787

NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING FOR THE VILLAGE OF SIREN Notice is hereby given that on December 2, 2010, at 1:30 p.m., at the Village Hall in Siren, Wisconsin, the Village Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on the proposed General Fund budget for 2011. The following is a summary of the proposed 2011 budget for the governmental fund types of the Village. A detailed account of the proposed budget may be inspected at the office of the Village Clerk-Treasurer SUMMARY OF 2011 PROPOSED BUDGET FOR VILLAGE OF SIREN 2010 2011 Percent Budget Budget Change REVENUES AND OTHER SOURCES Revenues Taxes Property Tax Levy $373,240 $373,240 0.00% Other Taxes $82,700 $78,000 Special Assessments $4,597 $3,500 Intergovernmental $260,869 $271,180 Licenses and Permits $8,030 $8,015 Fines, Forfeits & Penalties $11,000 $8,500 Public Charges for Services $8,050 $7,650 Intergovernmental Charges for Services $31,000 $28,000 Miscellaneous $19,069 $20,019 Other Financing Sources $183,588 $182,151 Use of Carryover Funds $27,200 $31,538 Total Revenues and Other Sources $1,009,343 $1,011,793 0.24%

FUND BALANCE December 31 Reserved/Designated Undesignated/Working Capital Total Fund Balance 12/31 Village Assessed Valuation (Reduced by TID Valuation) Village Mill Rate (Taxes per $1,000 As. Value)

$157,354 $371,004 $155,834 $9,686 $1,600 $33,078 $30,100 $246,091 $4,597 $1,009,343

$145,680 $377,541 $173,621 $8,389 $1,600 $30,996 $34,100 $239,867 $0 $1,011,793

0.24%

$516,771 $188,371 $705,142

$500,817 $176,737 $677,554

-3.91%

$63,692,827

$63,325,088

-0.58%

5.86

5.89

0.58%

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EXPENDITURES AND OTHER USES: Expenditures General Government Public Safety Transportation Facilities Sanitation Health and Human Services Culture, Recreation and Education Conservation and Development Debt Service Additions to Fund Balance Total Expenditures and Other Uses

Notices/ Employment Opportunity NOTICE OF TOWN OF LAKETOWN MONTHLY BOARD MEETING

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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS VILLAGE OF WEBSTER LARSEN PUBLIC LIBRARY, WEBSTER, WISCONSIN PROJECT 00063004

The Village of Webster will receive sealed bids at their office located at 7505 Main Street West, Webster, Wisconsin 54893, for the Larsen Public Library until 3 p.m., December 21, 2010. All bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at 3:15 p.m., December 21, 2010, at the Webster Community Center located at 7421 Main Street West, Webster, WI 54893.

The project is for the remodeling and addition of an existing 5,900-square-foot former automotive dealership for the adaptive reuse as a public library. The project includes a new entry addition, selective demolition, new interior finishes, roofing/siding replacement, replacement heating/plumbing/electrical systems and a replacement parking lot.

The BIDDING DOCUMENTS may be examined at the offices of MSA Professional Services, Inc., Baraboo and Rice Lake, Wisconsin; the Village of Webster Bid+Builders Exchange, Madison, Wisconsin; the Builder’s Exchange of St. Paul, Minnesota; BXWI-Fox Valley Plan Room LLC, Appleton, Wisconsin; Duluth Builders Exchange, Duluth, Minnesota; Green Bay Builder’s Exchange, Green Bay, Wisconsin; iSqFt, MEDA, and AGC of Minnesota Plan Room Partnership, Brooklyn Center, Minnesota; La Crosse Builders Exchange, La Crosse, Wisconsin; McGraw Hill Dodge Reports, West Allis, Wisconsin; McGraw Hill Dodge Reports, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minneapolis Builders Exchange, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Northwest Regional Builders Exchange in Altoona (Eau Claire), Wisconsin; Reed Construction Data Plan Room, Norcross, Georgia; and Wausau Builders Exchange, Wausau, Wisconsin. Plan holders list will be updated weekly on our Web address at www.msa-ps.com under Projects, Bidding. An updated plan holders list will be mailed with any and all addenda. No plan holders list will be faxed.

Copies of the BIDDING DOCUMENTS may be obtained at the offices of MSA Professional Services, Inc., 1230 South Boulevard, Baraboo, Wisconsin 53913, (608) 356-2771 or 15 West Marshall Street, Suite B, Rice Lake, WI 54868, (715) 2341009 starting November 29, 2010, upon receipt of a refundable deposit of $125. All plans will require a separate additional $15 nonrefundable handling fee. Bidding documents in electronic portable display format (PDF) will be provided on a single compact disk for a nonrefundable fee of $25. Any plan holder upon returning the BIDDING DOCUMENTS within 10 days after the award and in good condition will be refunded their deposit.

No proposal will be accepted unless accompanied by a certified check or bid bond equal to at least 5% of the amount bid, payable to the Owner as a guarantee that, if the bid is accepted, the bidder will execute and file the proper contract and bond within seven (7) days after the award of the contract.

The certified check will be returned to the bidder as soon as bond and contract is signed, and if after seven (7) days the bidder shall fail to do so, the certified check or bid bond shall be forfeited to the Owner as liquidated damages.

Performance and Payment Bonds for the full contract amount shall be required from the successful Bidder.

Prequalification of bidders will not be required. Bidders to whom award of a Contract is under consideration shall submit to Architect, upon request, a properly executed AIA Document A305 Contractor’s Qualifications Statement.

No bidder may withdraw his bid within 30 days after the actual date of the opening thereof.

Attention of Bidders is particularly called to the requirements as to conditions of employment to be observed and minimum wage rates to be paid under the contract, Section 3, Segregated Facility, Section 109 and E.O. 11246.

WAGE RATES Wisconsin State Wage Rates: Pursuant to Section 66.0903, Wisconsin Statutes, the minimum wages to be paid on the project shall be in accordance with the wage rate scale established

by State wage rates.

Federal Davis Bacon Wage Rates: Federal wage rates can be found at http://www.wdol.gov/dba.aspx#0. Be aware that project Administrators, Bidders and Contractors are required to use the latest federal wage rate available at the time of bid opening.

The minimum wages to be paid on the project shall be the higher of the wage scale established by either the Federal or State wage rates.

The Contractor shall conform to “Buy American” provision of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA), section 1605, including all iron, steel or manufactured goods.

Bid Proposals may be denied if the requirements of this section are not met and waivers are required.

Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive or not waive any informalities in the bids received, and to accept any proposal which they deem most favorable to the interests of the Owner.

Published by the authority of the Village of Webster.

ARCHITECT: E. Carter Arndt, AIA MSA Professional Services, Inc. Baraboo, Wisconsin 53913 525160 12-13Lp WNAXLP

Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, November 23, 2010, immediately following the completion of the Special Town Meeting of the Electors and the Budget Hearing at 7 p.m., at the Cushing Community Center, a town board meeting will be held.

The agenda includes: Roll call; clerk’s report; treasurer’s report; open forum, pay bills and review correspondence.

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(Oct. 27, Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24, Dec. 1) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY CIVIL DIVISION The Bank Of New York Mellon F/K/A The Bank Of New York, As Trustee For The Certificateholders Cwalt, Inc., Alternative Loan Trust 2006OC1, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-OC1 Plaintiff vs.

Steve M. Preisler; Julie A. Preisler; Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., Acting Solely As Nominee For Intervale Mortgage Corporation; Defendants NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Case No. 10 CV 89 Case Code No. 30404 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on May 18, 2010, in the amount of $102,593.09, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: December 14, 2010, 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.

3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax from the proceeds of the sale.

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

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: Commencing 480 feet north of the east 1/8 post in the south line of Section 15, Township 32 North of Range 19 West, thence north on said 1/8 line 95 feet; thence west at right angles with said 1/8 line 150 feet; thence south parallel with said 1/8 line 95 feet; thence east 150 feet to the place of beginning said described piece of parcel of land being a part of the southwest quarter of the southeast quarter of Section 15, Township 32 North of Range 19 West, Polk County, Wisconsin.

TAX KEY NO.: 022-00362-0000.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 307 St. Rd. 35, Osceola, WI 54020.

Dated this 27th day of October, 2010.

Timothy G. Moore Polk County Sheriff Gunar J. Blumberg State Bar No. 1028987 Attorney for Plaintiff 230 W. Monroe, Ste. 1125 Chicago, IL 60606 Phone: 312-541-9710 Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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Veterans Day Program

Unity

Doug Scharfenberg was congratulated by Unity High School Principal Jason Cress for his address at the Veterans Day program at Unity. Scharfenberg spoke to midThe Veterans Day program at Unity was a moving experi- dle school and high school students about his ence for students, staff, community members and former vet- experiences in the Navy. erans.

The flags were presented at the Unity Veterans Day program by members of the Adolph Timm Legion post from Centuria.

The Unity High School choir performed at the Veterans Day program at Unity. – Photos by Jeanne Alling

Winter Wonderland

Clotheslines became wrist-thick and laden with sticky snow as the storm progressed.

The snowstorm helped usher in the beginning of indoor basketball ... and pretty much indoor everything. - Photos by Greg Marsten

Quite a few pine boughs became too heavy with the snow and gave way as the snow piled up. This is one of several trees on 170th Street in the town of Luck that had damage.

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"Seven Brides for Seven Brothers" presented

St. Croix Falls

The seven brothers pictured (L to R) are: Gideon, played by Alex Mikl; Frank, played by James Hillstead; Ephraim, played by Alex Frey; Daniel, played by Anthony Locken; Caleb, played by Dylan Lynch; and Benjamin, played by Kirk Baker.

The seven brides pictured (L to R) are: Ruth, played by Lauren Lund; Sarah, played by Kierlyn Ward; Martha, played by Mirial Francis; Liza, played by Taylor Erickson; Dorcas, played by Alaina Mathias; and Alice, played by Ahna Hoefler.

Kirk Baker, as Benjamin, is pictured with Dorcas, played by Alaina Mathias.

Photos by Tammi Milberg

Dylan Lynch, as Caleb, is pictured with one of the girls, Ruth, played by Lauren Lund.

Alex Mikl, as Gideon, tries to reason with his brother Adam, played by Ryan Jaremczuk, in “Seven Brides for Seven Brothers,� presented by St. Croix Falls High School Nov. 11 - 13.

The seven suitors pictured (L to R) are: Eric Swenson, Matt Gjovig, Ben Clausen, Ethan Anderson, Matt Rude and Levi Ward.

Adam, played by Ryan Jaremczuk, is pictured with his wife, Milly, played by Maddie Sullivan.

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Goiffon family takes hobby to national stage

Ellie Goiffon, 11, will show her Australian terrier Beckham at the AKC/Eukanuba National Championship in December

by Gary King Leader editor SIREN - The Goiffon family of rural Siren will be filled with anticipation when the lights go up for the AKC/Eukanuba National Championship dog show in Long Beach, Calif., Dec. 4-5.

One of the junior handlers in the ring will be 11-yearold Ellie Goiffon and her dog, Grand Champion Ch. Just for Kicks' "Beckham" a 2-1/2-year-old Australian terrier that has achieved grand champion status under Ellie’s guidance. “Beckham” is the fourth AKC Grand Champion Australian terrier in the U.S.A. "Thanks to hard work in the show ring and classroom, Ellie is one of the 134 junior handlers between 9 and 18 years of age who will contend for top honors and scholarship dollars at this exclusive, invitation-only event," reads a news release from the AKC/Eukanuba National Championship media office.

Ellie, the youngest of three daughters of Rich and Theresa Goiffon, began showing Australian terriers two years ago at age 9, and her appearance at the national championship in December will represent a milestone in the Goiffon family’s relatively young journey into the world of national dog shows.

The event will be broadcast on ABC Television on Jan. 13, 2011.

"Ellie had always watched the AKC dog shows on television and thought it would be fun to participate in them one day, too," noted her mother, Theresa, who has not only become a Web master for the family's hobby (dunhamlakeaustralianterriers.com) but has gone from the behind-the-scenes mom to participating in showings in the ring.

Ellie's sister Lydia, 16, is also a junior handler and also shows Australian terriers but pefers to show her Australian shepherd, Jewel. Oldest sister, Nathalie, is 22 and in her senior year at Bethel University.

Beginnings Entering the world of showing dogs was a completely new experience for the Goiffon family.

"We always had companion dogs, but this was different - we needed to find a show dog," Theresa noted. " We spent over a year researching the right breed for us. It was also very difficult locating this fairly rare breed, and once we did, the breeder located closest to us wouldn't sell to anyone new, and certainly not a junior handler."

The Goiffons finally located a quality breeder outside of the area who was willing to provide them with their first Australian terriers.

"After my daughter starting to have a bit of success,

to blame it all on a “hacker” but eventually stopped her harassment with the knowledge it could be met with a lawsuit.

It was a disheartening chapter in the Goiffon family's adventure but, as Theresa notes, it didn't discourage her daughters from continuing in their newfound hobby.

And the family has been encouraged by those in the sport who have helped them along the way - including advice provided by many judges.

In the May 2010 issue of AKC Gazette, Theresa related how their first show was difficult because “we had no clue what we were doing.”

“We thought we just went around in a circle in the ring, so we went in our jeans and our T-shirts, thinking that’s what we could do when we got there.”

The judge that day was forgiving of their faux pas and awarded Ellie, who was 9 at the time, a winner’s reserve ribbon and even coached the Goiffon girls for their next show.

He explained how to walk down the ring, how to stack their dogs and ... what to wear.

“Our second time we were more prepared and knew what we were doing,” Theresa said.

Ellie and Grand Champion Ch. Benayr Just for Kicks' "Beckham,” a 2-1/2-year-old Australian terrier, in the show ring.

“Ellie is very dedicated and works with her dogs several times a week,” notes her mother, Theresa. The junior handler competition is judged on the handler’s ability to present the dog with skill and confidence. - Special photo which was due to their hard work and our wonderful mentors, that breeder who wouldn't sell to us became so enraged she began harassing my family via e-mail threats for over a year," Theresa noted.

The woman used an alias - and even sent a slanderous letter to the Australian Terrier Club in South Australia mentors to the Goiffons - until her identity was discovered via an IP address traced to her computer. She tried

LEFT: Lydia, Theresa and Ellie Goiffon enjoy being with their dogs both in and out of the show ring.

RIGHT: A wagon full of Aussie puppies at Dunham Lake Australian Terriers. - Special photos from dunhamlakeaustralianterriers.com

It’s about fun The Goiffons have owned a home on Dunham Lake for about nine years and moved here from the Twin Cities and built a new home across the lake from that home in 2007. Theresa's 95-year-old grandmother now lives in their original lake home. Theresa’s husband, Rich, works for Wells Fargo, out of their new home.

The family’s foray into the sport has brought success and respect among other handlers. Ellie holds the 2010 record for theNo. 1 junior handler showing Australian terriers, and Lydia holds the 2010 record for No. 2 junior handler showing Australian terriers in the country.

The AKC/Eukanuba show in December, at which Ellie and Beckham will take to the ring, is the largest prizemoney dog show in the world, with cash and prizes awarded totaling more than $225,000.

Lydia and Ellie, who are home-schooled, hope to continue in the sport, Ellie aspiring to become a professional handler and Lydia hoping to branch out into more companion events.

But the Goiffons still consider it all more fun than work, something a mom can enjoy doing with her daughters, with rewards coming through the excitement of the shows, the rescuing and placing of lost or abandoned Australian terriers, small-scale breeding of the dogs, updating the Web site (which gets 60,000 visits each year from people around the world curious about Australian terriers) and giving back to local organizations and shelters.

It’s simply a positive activity for any family, Theresa noted.

"It's fun and exciting and no different than if you have a kid who’s involved in football or hockey,” she said.

“We’re serious about it - but it’s really just for fun - and that’s why we enjoy it so much.”

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2010 Variety Show

Webster

Broadway Girls, Marissa Elmblad, Emily Flatten, Sadie Koelz, Savannah Varner, Hannah Janssen and Madison Main, sing and present “It’s a Hard-Knock Life” from the Broadway play “Annie.” Shown (L to R): Koelz and Varner. – Photo by Sherill Summer

Miranda Burger, accompanied by Zach Tranmer, sang “Angel” by Sarah McLachlan.

Chris Stoll singing “Broken Hearted Girl”

by Beyonce.

Travis Karrow singing “God Love Her.”

The Seventh-Trio, (L to R): Cassidy Formanek, Nicole Hursh and Samantha Culver singing “No Boundaries.”

Graceful Sounds, Julie Macke, Linda Mosher and Jen Haraldson, singing “Can He? Could He? Would He? Did He?” – Photos submitted

Smooth Talker, (L to R): Tessa Schiller, Danielle Formanek, and Gabby Schiller, present an original skit.

Sonny Winberg singing “People are Crazy.”

The Tiger’s Roar, Jim Sorenson, Jeff Postler, Jerry Olson, Steve Holmquist and Dan Zimmer, along with Jim Muus (not pictured) were accompanied by Julie Strang while singing “For Men Only.”

Shop local this holiday season POLK COUNTY - With Black Friday and the holiday shopping season about to kick into high gear, Polk County residents can help lower their property taxes with a swipe of the credit card or a cash purchase.

The Polk County Tourism and Promotion Council is reminding everyone to “shop locally and lower your taxes.”

Polk County is one of many counties that have enacted a one-half percent sales tax that is used to directly reduce the county property tax levy.

Over the past several years, the amount of sales tax revenue that was subtracted from the Polk County tax levy rose as high as $2.6 million in 2006. Even with the sluggish economy, an effort to shop locally and support local businesses this holiday season could reduce property taxes well over $2 million for 2011.

Why pay $2.90 a gallon to drive out of Polk County to shop and help someone else lower their property taxes or help build a new stadium for the Vikings?

Keep the dollars here – spend them in Polk County supporting local neighborhood businesses. - submitted

Make a great holiday gift of jelly and preserves LUCK – Need that perfect gift for that gourmet chef in your family? Sign up for the class “Holiday Gifts – Jellies and Preserves in a Jar” class on Monday, Nov. 29. The class will be held at Luck School from 6 to 8 p.m., and the course fee is $5 plus a reasonable supply fee (approx. $4). Led by instructor Shirley Crowe. Ingredients for this class will be provided by a local grower and the Pomona’s pectin and organic sugar will be available through the local food coop. This class is offered through Luck Community Ed in cooperation with the UW Extension Master Food Preservers and the Natural Alternative Food Co-op. Preregistration is necessary to attend this class. Call Luck Community Ed at 715-472-2152, ext. 103 or e-mail Amy Aguado at amya@lucksd.k12.wi.us. no later than Nov. 26. – submitted

Just for

An aged farmer and his wife were leaning against the edge of their pigpen when the old Joe Roberts woman wistfully recalled that the next week would mark their golden wedding anniversary.

“Let’s have a party, Homer,” she suggested. “Let’s kill a pig.”

The farmer scratched his grizzled head. “Gee, Ethel,” he finally answered, “I don’t see why the pig should take the blame for something that happened 50 years ago.”

••• Polk County Police officers still write their reports by hand, and the data is entered later by a computer tech into their database. One theft report stated that a farmer had lost 2,025 pigs. Thinking that to be an error, the tech called the farmer directly.

“Is it true Mr. (Smith) that you lost 2,025 pigs?” she asked.

“Yeth.” lisped the farmer.

Being a Polk County girl herself, the tech entered: “Subject lost 2 sows and 25 pigs.”

••• When my grandpa was a little boy he told me about an old blacksmith who realized he was soon going to quit working so hard. He picked out a strong young man to become his apprentice. The old fellow was crabby and exacting. “Don’t ask me a lot of questions,“ he told the boy. “Just do whatever I tell you to do.”

One day the old blacksmith took an iron out of the forge and laid it on the anvil. “Get the hammer over there,” he said. “When I nod my head, you hit it real good and hard.” Right after that the town started looking for a new blacksmith.

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The Miracle Deer The art of hunting deer has

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evolved from a relaxed outing into a highly technical endeavor. What was once a random stroll in the John W. Ingalls woods and fields has turned into a high-tech process resembling a special forces operation. Hunters now scout for deer with infrared cameras after carefully reviewing aerial photos to plan strategic ambush points. Food plots and mineral licks are developed to enhance the quality of the deer being hunted and then the actual hunts are sometimes videotaped for later viewing. Despite all of these technical investments and strategic planning efforts, patience remains the key ingredient for success. When you add in the unknown factor of hunting with a child, patience becomes doubly important.

I enjoy hunting each fall, usually spending many hours afield during the archery season in September and extending until early January. Bow hunting gives way to the gun season in November and that is a time when it is easier to share the hunting experience and still have a chance at success. My youngest daughter Billie, who at that time was in her early grade school years, wanted to accompany me on one a deer hunt, so we carefully planned our event.

We planned for a day that wouldn’t be too cold be-

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The first snow fell this week.

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Milo did what dogs always do the morning after the first snow, he dashed out the door and froze in his tracks. “What the heck is this?!”

Carrie Classon This is only Milo’s second winter, so I knew it would be fun to watch. He stood on the stoop and stared at the unbroken field of white. He looked down at his paws as if, for a second, he doubted his senses. Then he did a quick about-face and ran straight back into the house.

I chased him outside and he quickly joined the young neighbor boys in a snowball war that was being waged next door. He apparently decided that snow might not be so bad after all.

I was still deciding.

I do love the first snowfall. I can never get over the delight of waking in the morning to see trees coated with fresh snow, branches weighed down, the ground suddenly pristine and blanketed in white. It seems like nature’s greatest magic trick, and it never gets old. This early in the year, the willow is still bright yellow. Snow drips off the yellow leaves and clings to the white birch trunks. Tree boughs are bent low over the road, laden with the new, heavy snow.

Snow fills the spaces between the needles of the white pine and snow coats the power lines in long, snaky ropes.

But when I step outside, I also see the unbroken white snow against the white sky and I am overwhelmed by an immense feeling of space and newness. All the old landmarks are obscured, yesterday’s details are gone, covered in white. I step out the door onto a blank page and, like Milo, my first inclination is to turn around and run right back inside.

Because this is what the winter offers. It offers us a

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new page.

The new snow-covered world does not creep up in increments.

The new blank world of white appears like at gift—all at once.

The new landscape takes me aback and makes me look at everything again. It forces me to see the world that I had come to think of as a work in progress as something else: a fresh start, a new beginning, an unknown and unwritten page.

The snow swallows not just the details I have grown used to seeing, but much of the sound as well.

This new stillness arrives overnight. My thoughts are suddenly louder in the snowy stillness. The days are shorter and the nights are long. There is more time to be alone with the unknown and the as-of-yet unwritten. There is more time to listen to my suddenly loud thoughts. There is time and space, in the snow, to create a new story.

The unbroken field of snow is our proof that each day is truly a thing to be lived and learned and loved anew.

I am tired of living in the past and reliving old mistakes. I am tired of being guided by the same old landmarks. I am tired of the accumulated mud that sticks to my shoes from a few decades of life, loss, hurt, and fear. I want this new snow, this fresh start, I want to run out into the snowy field and throw a snowball straight up into the big white sky.

Milo came home after the snowball fight panting and wet. He flopped down on his now damp blankets and looked up at me with tired and happy eyes.

I smiled back. We agree. We like the snow.

Till next time, — Carrie

"A Christmas Carol" prepares to open at Festival Theatre on Thanksgiving weekend ST. CROIX FALLS - In light of Festival Theatre’s 20th anniversary season, the choice was obvious for the 2010 holiday show, “A Christmas Carol.” The production is in rehearsal, preparing to open on Thanksgiving weekend with both Saturday and Sunday performances, followed by four more weekends (Thursdays through Sundays) before it closes on Dec. 26.

Starring Rob Frankel (of Minneapolis) as Scrooge, “A Christmas Carol” is the world’s best-known literary story expressing the power of the true Christmas spirit.

This Charles Dickens classic tale was adapted specifically for the Festival Theatre stage in 1996 by James Walker.

“My favorite thing about this unique script,” says Executive Director Danette Olsen “is the stellar opportunity to showcase the gift of imagination within the telling of this timeless tale. The acting company will captivate audiences. I’m delighted with the entire production team’s commitment to making our holiday production an exceptional celebration.”

Directed by Joe Wiener with an exciting set design by Steve Kath, “A Christmas Carol” also features the design talents of Ellen Kirk (costumes), Gina Bonin (props), and Olsen (lighting). Jaclyn Johnson serves as production coordinator with Rachel Hafele and Justin Swanson handling stage management duties.

In addition to Frankel, the professional cast includes Holly Brimhall, Josiah Laubenstein, Jana Lensing, Seth Kaltwasser, Jaclyn Johnson and Carl Lindberg. All cast members are fresh off their highly successful run of “Is He Dead?” which was directed by Lindberg.

Local youth participating in the holiday show are Sam Hoefler and Anna Klein of St. Croix Falls, Britta Gallagher and Pete Wilmar of Dresser, Sarah Coppenbarger of Grantsburg, John Dikkers of Luck, Anna Luepke of Centuria, Bryn Soland of Stacy, Minn.; Carly Herrick of cause little hands and feet get cold quickly. Secondly we had to pack a lunch including hot chocolate, sandwiches and of course snacks. Her extensive interest and input into the meal MD planning led me to believe that we were going on a family reunion picnic rather than a deer hunt. Also carefully placed into our backpack were extra mittens, hats and scarves along with a book or two and possibly a doll.

Arriving at the woods I slipped the bulging back pack onto my shoulders as if going on a safari while my perky third-grader smiled at me with big eyes and rosy cheeks. She held my hand and chattered constantly as we hiked down the trail to our deer stand.

“We need to be quiet now.” I would say in a low voice hoping that she understood quiet was supposed to last more than five minutes.

“OK Dad, you’re the best dad. Thanks for taking me hunting!” I smiled and nodded quietly. “When we get there can I have some hot chocolate?”

Our arrival at the hunting spot had been broadcast across most of the county but I resigned myself to just enjoying the time together. We carefully climbed the ladder into the deer stand and as we were trying to get settled into place the backpack fell out of the stand, crashing down the ladder and onto the frozen

The youth cast for Festival Theatre’s 2010 holiday show, “A Christmas Carol.” Front row (L to R): Bryn Soland, Anna Klein, Carly Herrick and Pete Wilmar. Middle row: Britta Gallagher, Sarah Coppenbarger and Anna Luepke. Back row: Sam Hoefler, Philip LaPlante and John Dikkers. - Photo submitted Cushing and Philip LaPlante of Chisago City, Minn.

“A Christmas Carol” is sponsored by Amery Regional Medical Center and runs Nov. 27 through Dec. 26. In addition to 18 performances for the general public, there are 11 school matinees for public, private and homeschool groups. For additional information see the theater’s Web site at festivaltheatre.org or call 715-483-3387.

- submitted ground. In the quiet, snowy woods the noise was no less startling than a car crash. I retrieved the backpack with our supplies and again attempted to get things arranged in the small deer blind.

After some careful maneuvering we were finally settled into place as I anticipated a few moments of peace and quiet. Two minutes passed in silence when I felt a small hand tapping my arm. “Are we going to go down on the ground now and have a picnic?”

I smiled as I looked into her big, expectant eyes.

“No, but we can have a picnic right up here in the tree, and you know what? If we see a deer today it will be a miracle.”

“Wow, really? I’ve never seen a miracle before!”

Somewhere between the hot chocolate, the cookies and the second or third book including a few chats with the doll we looked up to see a deer approaching.

We each held our breath and watched it coming through the cold, snowy woods. She sat still without blinking and I could just barely hear her whisper, “See Dad, it’s a miracle!”

I reflect back on that day and realize that the miracle wasn’t seeing a deer, it was spending a special time with my daughter. I was the one changed. I discovered that a little patience and spending time with your child gives you a totally different perspective. We didn’t bring home a trophy that day but the memories we shared are far more valuable.

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River Road

Homestead History

by Nina Borup Malmen The Homestead Act was passed by Congress in May of 1862. It provided that any person over 21 who was the head of a family, and either a citizen, or an alien who intended to become a citizen, could obtain the title to 160 acres of public land if he lived on the land for five years and improved the land; or the settler could pay $1.25 per acre instead of the residence requirement.

The Homestead Act attracted thousands of settlers to the West. From 1862 until 1900, it provided farms and homes to between 400,000 and 600,000 families.

The opportunities offered by this act were widely advertised in America and throughout Europe.

My great-grandmother, Rodelphia Martin Roberts, her 4-year-old son Earl (my grandfather) and her second husband, James Roberts, took up a homestead in West Marshland Township, Burnett County, state of Wisconsin, during the year of 1877. They and Lydia Buck (daughter of James Roberts/first marriage) and her family moved from Owatonna, Minn., to northwestern Wisconsin.

They traveled in two covered wagons pulled by a team of horses and a span of mules. They drove 16 head of cattle.

Some of their household goods came by boat to St. Croix Falls, while their machinery came by train to Rush City, Minn.

Although they were northeast of the barrens of Sterling Township, they were, nevertheless, ankle deep in sand. The Buck family homesteaded farther to the north.

They built the necessary buildings to provide shelter and operate a large farm.

A small log building on the east side of the homestead served as the Freya Post Office and Freya School for a number of years.

Thanks to an ample supply of horse manure and plenty of rain from Mother Nature they managed to raise fairly good crops on the sandy land.

In 1891, Rodelphia Roberts hired Emma Noyes of Sterling Township to help with the household duties. A year later Emma and Rodelphia’s son, Earl, were united in marriage. Earl and Emma were the parents of 10 children and an adopted daughter.

They earned extra money through the operation of a “Stopping Place” (modernday bed and breakfast), a position of postmaster and selling clothes, shoes and books. My grandmother was an amateur photographer. One corner of the pantry served as a darkroom for processing her many rolls of film.

James Roberts and his son, Earl, were unofficial doctors and dentists in the community when the need came for healing practically any type of illness or dental requirements. Finally a licensed

Ramblings Collected by Russ Hanson

Roberts Homestead near Grantsburg. – Photos submitted bu Nina Borup Malmen doctor who had a practice in Grantsburg brought James Roberts to court. James was exonerated by the judge who claimed that a man who had done so much for his neighbors could not be condemned.

During the year of 1931, the operation of the Roberts Homestead was turned over to their son Lester. My grandparents moved to the area of Round Lake, between Trade Lake and Frederic.

During the year of 1951, after trying to farm the sand and deal with the jack pines and sand burrs for 20 years, Lester moved his family to southern Wisconsin and went to work for the railroad. A few weeks later, he died of a heart attack. A year later, his widow sold the homestead to the Crex Meadow complex. This homestead was in the Roberts family for 75 years.

My great-grandparents, Franklin John Noyes and his wife, Sarah Ann Clarkson, moved from Melrose, Mass., to Wolf Creek during the year of 1878. They lived in Wolf Creek for about a year and then they took up a homestead in Sterling Township. My grandmother, Emma Lee (their second child) was about 4 years of age at this time.

Life was not easy on the homestead; however, they managed to raise eight children in their home which was not exactly a mansion. My grandmother often told about the lack of warm clothing during the cold winter months.

At a later date (possibly 1909) they sold the property to their son-in-law, Bert Brenizer, who was married to their oldest daughter, Harriet (Hattie). After the sale they moved to West Marshland Township where they lived out their years at the home of their daughter, Emma, who was married to Earl Roberts.

My Borup side of the family were not homesteaders. After arriving from Sweden during the years of 1872-1874, they lived on a rented farm that was owned by

Peder Nelson homestead cabin in Anderson Township (back).

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a relative named Peter Johnson who immigrated from Sweden prior to the Civil War. Peter worked for his passage to the United States as a stevedore on a cargo vessel. He homesteaded a farm near the shore of Bass Lake in Polk County, which was later owned by Walter Gullickson.

He also bought several farms. On one of these farms, he established a town which he named Petersburg, believed to be in the area of Purgatory Road and the Range Line Road. When the existing Hwy. 87 became the main route between St. Croix Falls, Cushing and Grantsburg, the once-thriving town of Petersburg eventually faded into history.

On Dec. 3, 1883, my great-grandparents, Carl Magnus and Lovisa Borup, and my grandfather, John Alfred Borup, and his first wife, Christina Matilda, purchased a farm several miles north of the rented farm on the east side of Hwy. 87 (later owned by Loran and Barb Hoffman). The owner at that time was someone named Anders Anderson. He had immigrated from Sweden as a young man. He then homesteaded 160 acres and bought additional property. He constructed a small log cabin and lived off the land, as in hunting, fishing, trapping and raising a large garden.

Anders Anderson was well known by his nickname, “The Homesteader.”

There was a written clause in the property deed that the Borups would take care of Anders Anderson for the rest of this life. While the Borups constructed the necessary buildings for shelter and the operation of a farm, Anders continued to live in his log cabin and ate his meals with the Borup family.

When he passed away, he was buried in the Borup plot at the Laketown Lutheran (Tamarack) Cemetery. In 1980, it dawned on my dad (Olof Borup) that Anders did not have a tombstone. So, he made the necessary purchase. It was not possible to obtain the records indicating when he was born or just when he passed

Peder Nelson homestead cabin in Anderson Township (front).

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away. His tombstone simply reads: ANDERS ANDERSON - THE HOMESTEADER My grandmother Elin Olson-Nelson Borup (second wife of John Alfred Borup) and her brother Peder Olson-Nelson left Mo I Rana, Norway on May 26, 1880.

After arriving in Boston, Massachusetts they traveled on to Irving Township, Kandiyohi County, state of Minnesota.

Peder was planning to take up a homestead in this area which was well known for its fertile land. However, all of the real estate had been claimed so they traveled on to Anderson Township (north of Sterling Township), Burnett County, state of Wisconsin. Here Peder homesteaded three separate parcels of property.

Peder was married to Bergetta Eliasdotter. They were the parents of 10 children. Peder soon learned that trying to make a living as a farmer on the sand barrens was not an easy occupation.

During the winter months, he had a job cutting railroad ties at a salary of 7 cents per tie. About one-third of his pay went for his board bill at the lumber camp where he stayed during the long winter months. During the year of 1891, he made $88.97 minus $27.50 for his board and room.

The original home for Peder and Bergetta’s family was a log cabin that measured 15’x20’. It was later replaced by a large farm home. Today this property is part of the Crex Meadows complex, a wildlife preservation site that covers over 30, 000 acres. The original 15’x20’ cabin is now located at the DNR MacKenzie Environmental Education Center near Poynette. This museum houses a collection of logging artifacts and photos of scenes that were familiar when Peder Olson-Nelson cut wood for railroad ties.

I recall driving through the Mojave Desert in southeastern California back in the 1950s. The government was trying to lure people into homesteading an acre of land. You were required to build a home of a certain size and remain on the property for a period of five years. My late husband was bound and determined that we should be homesteaders. I talked him out of that brilliant idea. About 10 years later we drove through the same area. We noticed numerous vacant and tumbledown shacks.

The Homestead Act is still in effect as of today. However, most of the good, fertile farmland is privately owned. Most public lands still in the hands of the federal government would not be fit for homesteads. Much of the homesteading in recent years is in Alaska.

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The Sanctuary A sanctuary is a place of safety, and a part of a

church considered the most sacred, most revered and most beautiful.

I grew up in a small-town church where I often heard, “Children, children, we don’t run in the sanctuary. This is God’s house and we respect it.”

It was and remains a place of prayer, solemnity and petitions to God. It is there we have our most beautiful windows – each one a sermon in itself – the altar, open Bible, the cross.

In some sanctuaries, Christ is on the cross, reminding us what he did for us. In some churches the cross is bare, the implication being the Lord has risen.

The sanctuary is where the pastor marries couples to establish homes of their own; where children, often babes in arms, are baptized; where funeral services are held for the final goodbye to loved ones.

In life, where confirmation takes place and where Communion is received. The sanctuary is the heart of a church and soul.

I myself feel I am in the presence of generations that have gone before.

It is hard to believe there is a new concept of a church with an all-purpose room, a multiple-purpose room, a fellowship room, a dining hall and, with altar in place, yes, a sanctuary. It is adaptable for any purposes.

A real asset is that it is more economical to construct. It may eliminate some of the nice touches we appreciate and revere. God’s house is special.

Sunday, Nov. 14, was a different kind of service at the Lewis Memorial United Methodist Church, because there was no electricity and no furnace heat.

Would it be a candlelight service? Candles were quickly put into holders and lighted on the dining hall tables. Someone else had the inspiration to open the inside windows in the bigger Sunday school room, and light shown through the outer window, picking up the light off the new snow.

It was cozy. We set down around the tables and sang a cappella, familiar hymns, but someone had hauled our red hymnals into our cozy room.

We were members of our church family, worshipping together. It was spontaneous, different, innovative.

We didn’t need ushers as we passed the collection plate one to another. You know what they say, “Verily, verily, where one or two are gathered, a collection plate is passed.”

Actually it was surprising how many attended services on Sunday at our church. They braved the snowy roads, a chance to slide into a ditch or valley.

Someone asked, “Has this ever happened before?”

Snow and ice, yes. In early days, we sometimes decided to meet in homes and not go to the expense of heating the first church.

It was a nice and friendly and we made do, and a home with a piano was a real plus. It did mean a lot of hauling of folding chairs, hymnals, etc., from church. Church members and guests were not prone to grumble and complain.

It was the meeting together that counted and sometimes without sanctuary.

It is often the occasion that is different that is remembered the longest.

On Sunday, as we sang the final hymn, the lights came on. “Let there be light,” and there was. No

Behind the

Signpost Bernice Abrahamzon perked coffee but plenty of juice, cake and cookies served by John and LaVonne Boyer. We thought perhaps we were celebrating a birthday or some other special occasion but it was just a typical Sunday treat following a unique service.

Early churches often met in homes, or secret places, with the only sanctuary being in your heart.

Our current mission statement is, “Live, love and let ‘God,” and we also recall “Open doors, open minds and open hearts.”

Yes, it is possible to hold a church service anywhere, but a sanctuary is more traditional. We belong to a denomination that is able to adapt and accept.

A worn Bible I am reminded of a story about a faithful church member who died.

If you wanted your most precious treasure buried with you, what would it be?

In this case, it was a personal Bible, and the family thought a new one should be purchased for that purpose.

“Her old Bible looks so worn and old. That will never do.”

A discussion followed and some family members thought the familiar, well-worn Bible was more indicative of her life.

If a Bible is used and loved, it shows it. It is well thumbed, with certain passages marked.

We have all heard about dust on the Bible, showing it is not used. A Bible on a shelf is not fulfilling its duty.

Which brings us to the controversy, “Does the open Bible belong on the altar?”

One pastor believes the Bible is not meant to be a decoration. Does the pastor read Scripture from it on Sundays or does he use his own favorite translation?

You wouldn’t think there would be so much division, so much discussion or controversy over these concerns in a church but there are differences.

A long time ago, one of our pastors suggested the American flag has no place in a church sanctuary.

Whew! That raised a few protests, especially from our veterans.

A church is a coming together, resolving differences, trying to use the measure, “What would Jesus do?”

Until next week, Bernice P.S. Who says being a believer is easy?

Pictured (L to R): Marla McFetridge, Eastern Star member, Kathy Glunz, Worthy Matron of Frederic OES and Shirley Schoenberger, fundraising coordinator of Salvation Army at Serenity Home in Balsam Lake. – Photo submitted

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50 Years Ago

Readers were bringing in odd-shaped potatoes as items of interest.-Mrs. Ernest Linden, Atlas, suffered face and hand burns when the oven of a gas stove reportedly exploded.-Highways in Clam Falls and West Sweden were being repaired.-The Kirk Frandsens were the new owners of North Luck Store.-Les’s Store in South Siren had 100 lbs. of potatoes on sale at 98¢. They also dealt in war surplus boots, shoes and clothing.-The grand opening was held of the Edgewater Inn Café on Mud Hen Lake, Siren, on Oct. 8, serving coffee and cake.-Specials at the Frederic Co-op Super Market with Bud Johnson, manager, included free cake and coffee all day Saturday, Swiss steak at 55¢ lb., sliced bacon at 45¢ lb., Delicious apples at 3 lbs. for 39¢, Pillsbury cake mixes at 4 for $1.-Olsen & Son, Frederic, had a 1¢ sale on Oct. 8.-Specials at Route’s Super Market, Frederic, included pork chops at 45¢ lb., cranberries at 23¢ lb., celery at 19¢ bunch, Fluffo shortening at 3 lbs. for 59¢, and StarKist tuna at three cans for 89¢.-U.S. mail volume hit a national peak (how different from 2010).-News came in from Fair Haven Rest Home.The Salvation Army drive opened Oct. 1.-Obituaries included Charles Roatch, Frank Poeschl and Algot Granquist.

40 Years Ago

Specials at Route’s Super Market, Frederic, included spareribs at 43¢ lb., grapefruit at 10 for 57¢, pork roast at 39¢ lb., Festal corn at 5 tins for $1 and Nestle’s Quik at 2 lbs. for 69¢.-Lawsen Greenhouses were advising “Shop early for Christmas.”-Specials at the Frederic Co-op Store included 10 lbs. Gold Medal flour at 88¢, instant Folgers coffee at $1.19, chuck roast at 48¢ lb., butter at 69¢ lb., large eggs at two dozen for 89¢, and mushroom soup at six cans for 98¢.-Steve Bledsoe had a return engagement at Wilson’s Bone Lake Resort set for Dec. 4.-Mr. and Mrs. Merle Brown celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in November at Bethany Lutheran Church.-The annual meeting of the Inter-County Cooperative Publishing Association was set for Friday, Dec. 11, at the Frederic American Legion Hall.-Special of the month at Our Own Hardware, Carlson Hardware in Frederic, was a trio server for $2.88.Frederic Farmers Union Co-op Christmas gift ideas included appliances, tools and socket sets, battery chargers, etc.-Milltown Cooperative Services was having a one-day discount day on Dec. 3.-The St. Nicholas Fantasy at St. John’s Catholic Church, Webster, featured lefse and roast beef, sidewalk café, attic treasures, candy and bake shoppe, etc.-The junior high concert at Frederic was cancelled.

20 Years Ago

Frederic Eastern Star donates $2,500 to Backpack Food Program for Frederic Schools

FREDERIC – This ‘make a difference’ project began in July with a pig roast and ended in October with the annual Harvest Dinner fundraiser. The Backpack Food Program, under the auspices of the Salvation Army, provides food for families eligible to receive free or reduced-price lunches. Backpacks, with nonperishable, kid-friendly foods, are sent home on a weekly basis during the school year to those who apply. A coupon for a gallon of milk is included at least once a month – more often if funds allow.

Eastern Star sought community involvement through signs posted in Frederic and direct solicitation by members of OES. The Polk-Burnett Chapter of Thrivent Financial for Lutherans granted supplemental funding for the silent auction held in conjunction with the Harvest Dinner sponsored by Frederic Eastern Star. Ruby’s Pantry of

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Frederic donated $200 for milk coupons. Some Wal-Mart employees in St. Croix Falls, after learning of this project on their own and without solicitation, purchased and donated backpacks. Following is a list of other donors by communities: Frederic - Avalon Salon, Bremer Bank, Daeffler’s Meats, Fibre Functions Yarns, Frederic Golf Course, Frederic Grocery store, Inter-County Leader, Larsen Auto, Mud Hut, U.S. Bank; Centuria - McKenzie Lanes; Cushing - Cushing Co-op, Shirley Brust – Avon; Grantsburg - Cyndie’s Hair Care, Dreamers, Village Floral; Luck - Hog Wild, Jensen Furniture, The Cardinal Shop; Milltown - TL Enterprises, Julia’s Java; Siren - R and B Services; St. Croix Falls – Holiday Inn Express Health Club, MarketPlace Foods, Martens Jewelry, Tangen Drugs, Wal-Mart. Grand Casino of Hinckley, L’Oreal Rep. Pam Norgard of Oakdale, Minn., St. Croix Casino and Hotel of Turtle Lake, Raymond and Dorothy Nelson of Dresser, Jim and Deb Kravig of St. Croix Falls and the officers and members of Eastern Star.

The Lionesses of Frederic provided vital help in establishing a network of support. Since most of the Frederic Eastern Star members live elsewhere, their assistance was significant in the success of this project.

The most costly and certainly a very important component of the backpacks are the milk coupons. Anyone wanting to add their support may send donations – specified for the Frederic Backpack Food Program - to the Salvation Army at the Serenity Home, Shirley Schoenberger – Fundraising Coordinator, 200 Polk County Plaza, Balsam Lake, WI 54810. Schoenberger’s work phone number is 715-485-1221.

A song lyric says, “It only takes a spark to get a fire going.” So it has been with the backpack program for Frederic Schools, which started up in October. Gratitude is extended to all who have assisted with this project. – submitted by Mary Norgard

The country board will decide the relocation of Hwy. 70.-Merit pay was to end at Webster schools.Father Drummy was leaving the Webster Catholic parish.-Citizens of Burnett County were told that Don Taylor stands straight on his record.-Free coffee and cookies were served at the grand opening Sept.

7–8 of Newlin Specialties, West Main St., Siren. It handled greeting cards, party supplies, napkins, etc.Some students got a second dose of measles vaccines.-It was said that animal rights activists had it wrong as 90 percent opposed hunter harassment.The Unity School Board was happy with public’s cooperation in tobacco-free environment.-McKinley was possible site for landfill for four counties.-The Frederic Dump was near closure.-John Dinnies opened the Luck Clinic Oct. 1.-A man was sentenced to prison for Frederic burglaries. He was from Coon Rapids, Minn.-Two 13-year-old girls died in a highspeed chase near Hayward.-St. Croix Valley Memorial Hospital celebrated 35 years of operation.-It was written that obesity is a serious disease that deserves serious medical treatment.-Elmer and Inga Berg celebrated 50 years of marriage with open house at Laketown Lutheran Church.-Another huge consignment auction was held at Fawn-Doe-Rosa Animal Park, SCF.

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Webster Senior Center What a beautiful “Winter Wonderland” out there.

That is if you don’t have to drive in it or shovel it.

Nikki served sweet and sour pork at the evening meal. Winners of her cinnamon rolls were John Cullen, Mert Kisselburg, Al Niklason and Bernie Boelter. There will not be an evening meal in December due to the holidays.

The Wii bowlers had a good time on Wednesday and we welcomed another newcomer. Sharon Link had high single game with a 172 and the Singing Quackers had high team game with a 610. Stop in and join the fun or just watch and cheer them on every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m.

Dime Bingo was well attended again and everyone had a good time and of course enjoyed the treats. That is also every Wednesday at 12:30 p.m.

A small group played pool and cards on Thursday.

Our snowbirds are heading south again and we will miss them.

More people have inquired about 500, so we are trying to put that together. Hopefully, we can have it organized by the first of the year. Please let us know if you are interested.

Another reminder to pay your $1 dues to be eligible to vote in the June 2011 election of officers.

Don’t forget the potluck on Saturday, Dec. 4. That is always a good time and lots of great food. Setup is at 11:30 a.m. and lunch at noon.

Get-well wishes go out to Arvilla Voltattorni, Marge Swedberg, Mary Martin and Carl Nordquist.

The center is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stop in and pick up a menu. If you have questions about meals, call Nikki at 715-866-5300. The center will be closed on Thanksgiving Thursday and Friday.

Remember age doesn’t matter, unless you are cheese!

See you at the center.

Siren Senior Center I led you astray again last week when I reported that Nancy Jappe was visiting her daughter in California and have been rightly corrected by Lou that it was her son she was visiting. Anyway, the good news is that she is back home in Siren and recuperating from her hospital stay out there. Welcome home, Nancy.

Keep these dates in mind for the upcoming days.

On Friday, Nov. 19, the Siren VFW will be sponsoring their annual spaghetti dinner at their hall on Main Street. Dinner will be served from 4 – 7:30 p.m. A silent auction and bake sale in conjunction with dinner will start at 2:30 p.m. Cost for the dinner is $7 for adults and children 12 and under $4.

On Saturday, Nov. 20, a ham dinner will be served at the Moose Lodge with door prizes given every half hour which, by the way, is included in the price of the dinner, which costs $10 per person. Time for the dinner is 4 – 8 p.m.

The annual Thanksgiving dinner will be served on Thursday, Nov. 25, from noon – 2 p.m. Everyone in the community is welcome and if you are unable to drive or get out you may have your dinner delivered to your residence. For home-delivered dinners please call the center at 715-349-2845 or 715-3497810 and leave your name, address, telephone number and special directions on how to get to your home.

We would like to alert the 500 and Spades card players that we will not be playing cards the week of Thanksgiving, but will be back to normal the week after. I haven’t heard anything regarding the Dime Bingo game, so I am assuming that they will still have their usual game on Tuesday, Nov. 23.

Speaking of Dime Bingo, we would like to share with everyone that Myrna Thomas has been joining

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in the games on Tuesdays. Her daughter brings her to Siren from the Frederic Nursing Home and we really enjoy having her with us again.

Roy Clark, who was in the hospital for a few days after a fall in his home, is now in Assisted Living in Spooner for the winter. We unfortunately don’t know his address but as soon as we get it we will report it so anyone who wishes can send greetings to him.

Our gratitude for the donations that came in this week. Barb Johnson, Millie Hartshorn’s niece from Eau Claire, donated a box of handcrafted dishcloths, an afghan and two loaves of banana bread. Jan Swanson brought in three boxes of craft material and Christmas ornaments plus other items. We really appreciate their thoughtfulness.

Winners at 500 this week were Tom Knopik, Gerry Vogel, Sue Newberger, Karen Steffen and Muriel Todd. Friday Spades winners were Candace Doriott, Nona Severson, Arvid Pearson, Dorothy Cronquist and Darleen Groves.

Marge Nyberg, Inez Pearson, Nona Severson, Flo Antiel, Barb Johnson and Barb Munger furnished treats for the players.

We have had a lot of requests from people who would like to have their feet taken care of and the center hasn’t been able to offer this service for the last month or so. If anyone is interested and certified to do this we would appreciate a call. We have established a lot of clients at the center and would like someone reliable that would be able to offer their services at least once a month.

For any information regarding the center please call 715-349-7810 and if you wish to make dinner reservations call 715-349-2845. Stay warm and healthy.

Siren

Old Man Winter returned last weekend to the area with a vengeance, letting us know just what he is capable of throwing at us. Lots of wet snow, 11-1/2 inches in bear country. The scanner was busy all day reporting lots of slippery roads sending many into ditches.

People, let’s use some common sense, on days like last Saturday’s weather, if you don’t have to be out and about just stay home, you’re safe and sound there. Our police and highway departments have enough to worry about in these situations besides having to help us out of some unnecessary situations. They can do their jobs more effectively and faster if they don’t have to contend with us adding to the problems.

To all you knitters and crocheters, the Siren Lioness/U.S. Banks tree is now up and ready for your items; you can bring them in. Also this year, if you are not a knitter or crocheter and want to contribute to the tree you can bring in store-bought mittens, hats and gloves, there never seems to be enough of these items at our schools. Last year’s tree was spectacular, so let’s do it again this year, or if possible, make it even better.

Congratulations to Siren’s ninth-grader MacKenzie Brown for being chosen for the Burnett Sentinel’s Star Salute.

Congratulations to elementary student Lysandra Peacock, middle schooler Keenan Cook and high schooler Kelli Pluff for being chosen Siren Schools students of the week, great job.

For those of you who have no family in the area or don’t cook a huge meal for just one or two and wish you could enjoy a great Thanksgiving dinner again, come to the Siren Senior Center on Thanksgiving Day between noon and 2 p.m. Enjoy the camaraderie with friends and neighbors, or make some

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new friends over a holiday meal. If you are homebound and still would like to enjoy the meal in your home, just call 715-866-4878 for home delivery. Remember, this is a free meal for all, so come and enjoy.

For those of you who are dealing with a family member who has Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia and don’t know where to turn for help, there is a support group for these illnesses held at the Birchwood Manor in Siren. For more info call Julie at 715-349-5250.

On Saturday, Nov. 27, the Siren Lions will be lighting their displays in the Crooked Lake Park. A program will be held at 5:45 p.m. and the lighting at 6 p.m. Come enjoy the start of the Christmas season with the Lions and while there, enjoy a cup of hot chocolate, cider and cookies.

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Fran Krause LaVonne O'Brien Fran Krause attended the Sarah Circle meeting at Bethany Lutheran Church on Wednesday, Nov. 10, and Lona Nordgren was hostess.

Thursday Fran attended the retired educators luncheon at Calvary Covenant Church in Alpha.

Friday, John and Reeny Neinstadt were in Chippewa Falls for the day.

Millie and Rod Hopkins and her sister, Vera, were dinner guests of John and Reeny Saturday evening.

They will be leaving soon for warmer places.

Sunday, John and Reeny were guests at Natalie and Bud Flagstads.

Tuesday Jack and LaVonne O’Brien were shoppers in Superior.

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The snowstorm was predicted but still seemed to take everyone by surprise. Lots of heavy, wet snow, fallen tree limbs and power outages, meaning no lights or heat.

It was a surprise on Sunday morning to find no lights or heat in the Lewis church, but the congregation met in the largest Sunday school room, with daylight coming through the windows.

An informal service was held, following the usual printed bulletin. Singing was without accompaniment.

No coffee perking, but lots of juice and sweets served by LaVonne and John Boyer.

John Glockzin came through his second cataract surgery last week.

Choir practice on Monday at church, Bible study on Tuesday and men’s group on Wednesday at church.

The NW Regional Writers met Friday at Sunrise Apts., Frederic. Beautiful new sign identifies the lowrent-housing building. Present at the meeting were Mary Jacobsen, Alice Ford, Carolyn Markquart, Bob MacKean, Bernice Abrahamzon and two visitors, Jan Anderson and Jennifer Tahtinen. (Jennifer was once a member and nice to have her back with us.)

Fran Kurkowski and Jan are related, so Fran came to hear some of our stories. The annual Christmas party was set for Friday, Dec. 10, with several places suggested. Writers are asked to bring a Christmas story or poem to the party.

A storm makes us realize how much we appreciate modern conveniences and how lost we are without them. Hundreds of outages and lots of extra work to restore power.

The annual meeting of the local United Methodist churches was held Saturday at St. Luke U.M. Church in Frederic with reps from each church.

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Those from the Lewis church included Scott and Marlene Nelson, LaVerne Leep, John and LaVonne Boyer, John Glockzin and Mickey (seven in all).

A trip out to the site of the former Lorain U.M. Church was a surprise. The road has been changed, the building removed and only a small crest where the church stood for over 100 years. It is very neat and clean. It does need a historical sign indicating where it once stood and the total years of operation.

Several articles in last week’s Leader caught special interest including the feature article on the faces of Michael Perry. We were pleased to have him as a special speaker at our 2008 writers conference at Siren, so he is no stranger to this area.

The article on the geology of Wisconsin highlighted at the Luck Museum/Library was also of special interest. Dan Beal, former president of the Indianhead Gem and Mineral Society, is involved in that subject. Dr. Huset is the new president along with a new roster of officers. The club is now on winter break until April 2011. It’s pretty hard to find rocks and minerals when they’re covered with snow.

Now is the time for rock hounds to classify their finds and purchases, to read rock-related books, to learn more, perhaps work on setting jewelry and faceting stones.

What does a rock hound do in winter? Petrify!

Mr. and Mrs. Darrell Imhoff and Sarah hosted a sixth birthday party for Nolan on Saturday. Guests were some of Nolan’s classmates, Darrell’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Don Imhoff and other family members of Wausau; Grandma Karen Novotney, Rice Lake; Aunt Denise and children Joey and Ella of Woodbury, Minn.; and family friends Shannon Webster, Nick and Allie, Shannon’s sister Heather and three of her nieces of Gilman, Sheila Staples, Erica Olson, Somerset; and Rick Abrahamzon.

Dewey - LaFollette Sympathy is extended to Virgil Peterson, Linda Peterson, Kathy and Bruce Klassen, Butch and Loretta Van Selus, and other family members due to the death of Virgil’s wife, Dorothy, who died Nov. 12.

Dorothy was 81.

Matthew Lester was home from the Army for a few days and visited Maynard and Ronda Mangelsen.

His friend, Carissa, came with him. Other recent visitors of Ronda and Maynard were Dylan Longhenry and Chris Harrison.

Two grandchildren of Tim and Trudy DeLawyer, Dominic DeLawyer and Kara Danielson, were baptized recently by the Rev. Ed Anderson at the St Francis de Sales Catholic Church in Spooner. Dominic’s family, John, Kim and big brother Nash, came from San Antonio, Texas. Kara’s family, Brian, Megan and big sister Devin, live near Spooner.

About 30 family members, including four greatgrandparents, great-aunts and uncles, aunts, uncles, cousins and several friends, joined in the celebration. John and Kim, and Brian and Megan treated

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their guests to dinner at Jersey’s restaurant after the baptism. Dominic’s maternal grandparents are Tom and Char Nash of St. Paul, Minn. Kara’s paternal grandparents are Barry and Mary Danielson of Spooner.

Mary Dunn, Ruth Rydberg, Marlene Swearingen, Lida Nordquist, Diana Mangelsen and Nina and Donna Hines were guests at the home of Karen Mangelsen Tuesday afternoon. They enjoyed a time of visiting and playing cards.

Hank and Karen Mangelsen visited Ray Bestler Wednesday afternoon.

Don and Lida Nordquist and Karen and Hank Mangelsen called on Gerry and Donna Hines Wednesday evening. They helped Gerry celebrate his birthday.

Donna and Gerry Hines went Vadnais Heights, Minn., Friday and stayed with daughter Brenda Sweet and family. The rest of Gerry’s children came to Brenda’s that night also to help Gerry celebrate his birthday.

Cloverton

Let’s take a look at the first weekend of deer hunting season out here in the little townships of Arna and New Dosey. The Duxbury Store registered 188 deer that weekend.

Those mighty hunters who shot does include Jason Fornengo, Dave Fornengo, Don Mishler, Joe Mishler, Brian Mishler, Jason Mishler, Ed Proffit, Ed Carlin’s son-in-law Robbie Gursk, Clint Coveau, Brian Syzmoniak, Leon Berg and his grandson, Tory, and Boots Raboin.

The list of those who shot a buck is: Brian Mishler, Alex Drake (Dave’s granddaughter), Bob Carlin, Roger Syzmoniak, Carey Holter and Troy Coveau.

Dennis Sherman and Al Wolf chose not to hunt this year and Dave Baker, Bob Brewster and Deloris Schirmer have not hunted for several years.

Some special hunting anecdotes that came down the pike may be interesting. Jason Mishler came upon a mama bear and four cubs in the forest. He said it was rather scary. Shawn Kiuper, Agnes Sexton’s nephew, saw a pack of coyotes the first morning. He did not see any deer that entire day and speculated that perhaps the black moon of the evening before might have affected that.

Boots Raboin observed an 8-point buck in his yard one day but, due to a dental appointment, he couldn’t take the time to try to shoot it.

In other news, the fundraiser for Julie Elliott

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Vanesse was a big success. Almost the entire community turned out for it.

Congratulations to Agnes Sexton who has retired from her job at the St. Croix Casino in Danbury.

Bob Brewster and Patty Koehler enjoyed watching their cat, Swiffer, chase a fox in their field the other day.

Cloverton honeybee hobbyist Al Wolf has been doing a lot of work lately to protect his hives from bears. For your information, Al has between 80 and 90 hives situated at nine different locations in the area. He has about 60,000 bees per hive. Two of his bee yards are already enclosed with a chain-link fence. Al has also been part of national crew to study and offset the impact on colony collapse disorder that has been decimating hives nationwide for many years now.

Sandi and Dave Drake thoroughly enjoyed the weekend visit from granddaughter Gracia recently.

Bev and Ed Carlin are still working to bring in all of their hay from the extremely wet fields.

On the home front, Dave and I enjoyed the stopin visit from Kingsdale weekender John Nelson one day. Also, Dave is doing just fine after his fainting spell the other night that brought all of those wonderful first responders and EMTs to our home. We wish to thank everyone of that wonderful crew.

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TOWN TALK/COUNTRY CHATTER Ren is a 4-month-old kitten on the go. He has an efficient motor that keeps him jumping and climbing, chasing and batting. After he has gotten that out of his system, Ren runs his motor on “purr power” while he snuggles in your lap. He has a short white coat with a black nose, ears and tail. He is game for anything – kids, dogs, an apartment or house and certainly another playful kitten. Meet Ren and a room of adoptable kittens at Arnell Humane Society.

Last week was busy on the intake and slow on the outgoing. Stray dogs of all sizes came in pairs.

Abandoned cats came one after another; clean friendly cats that appeared out of nowhere. And the Chinchilla is still waiting for an adopter.

On Monday night, Nov. 8, KARE 11 News ran a story about animal shelters in need. Reporter Trisha Volpe had visited the Arnell shelter a few weeks ago in preparation for that story. As she reported, animal shelters and humane societies are struggling Hi, everybody! Blacky here from Humane Society of Burnett County. Shhhh! I’m trying to be quiet so as to not wake up my new houseguest, Whitey.

He sure is a cute little twerp, but, boy, does he have a lot of energy - and curiosity! And he has an affinity for all things plastic, as my mom will attest. I don’t remember being a youngster, so I don’t know if I was a great chewer like he is or not. Plastic this, plastic that; remote controls, CD cases, clothesline, a rubber duck, the eyes and nose off my own stuffed big-dog toy, and .... one chili pepper (real, not plastic). It was drying out on the porch with some others, and Whitey grabbed it and ran outside with it in his mouth. I said to him, “Whoa, I don’t think I’d bite into that if I were you!” but it was too late. That was funny, and I don’t think he’ll be bothering any more peppers. Last week, my friends at the shelter presented me with a trophy for all the dollars I raised for the dog walk back in September. I had my mom put it way, way up high so it, too, doesn’t wind up in a million pieces. I understand that young dogs chew, but that would be upsetting.

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Arnell Humane Society of Polk County to provide a safe place for lost and displaced animals.

As the economy lags, people are forced to give up their pets. They try to find homes for them but with limited homes available, they often turn to a relative who really doesn’t have adequate room or they ask a friend to watch after them until they can get back on their feet. Many loving pets are abandoned on the side of the road when the deadline to move has come too quickly and the owner is desperate.

Most of these animals eventually find their way to an animal shelter.

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YAPpenings Blacky I was, however, happy to see things taking shape at the shelter on my last visit. We’ve got new stairs to the office, two bales of cover for our septic system and our new washer and dryer arrived!

I’m always relieved and grateful when folks come through for us, because our shelter relies solely on private funding. A lot of people assume we get help from the government, but that isn’t so. Our shelter doors stay open because of donations, some grants, and the hard work of volunteers. That’s pretty amazing if you think about it. Most of my furry pals wouldn’t stand a chance if it were not for such caring humans!

Two of my pals went home this week, and five

With fewer citizens feeling flush, there are fewer donation dollars to go around. The number of animals in need increases and the donations decline. It is a recipe for disaster for pets. As the counties scramble to balance Ren their budgets, those without a voice receive less and less. Humane societies that can no longer make ends meet become “surrender only” facilities and stop accepting stray animals. Or they close completely, as was the case in St. Croix County a few years ago. Income for the Arnell shelter has increased in only one category, fundraising. All other sources of income have decreased in recent years, donations, adoptions, county reimbursement, surmore came to take their place. A mama cat and her two kittens have come to stay, and two stray dogs.

Someone who shall remain nameless chewed up my cat notes, so I can’t tell you mama cat’s Gretchen name, nor those of her babies. Mama cat is quite shy, her babies tiny, and the three of them are all darn cute. Gretchen is a stray Alaskan malamute mix who was found on Hwy. 35 in Danbury.

She is guessed to be about 10 years old, but you wouldn’t know it to meet her. She is a lively and happy girl, and so very pretty! My heart went “thump!” the minute I laid eyes on her. Vincent is a chow chow, and he was found on Greeder Road in Webster. He’s a big, mellow fur ball and is around 5 years of age. A handsome bunch, these new friends of mine.

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The story on KARE 11 brought this reality to the public on Monday night. Arnell Humane Society is but one of the many struggling animal shelters in the area. It has been rumored that Arnell will close at the end of the year. That is not true. However, without a change in financial security, changes would be required to keep our doors open. A nonprofit humane society is always trying to raise money to continue helping animals. It is a constant for all nonprofits. Supporting your local humane society is as easy as becoming a member, organizing a fundraiser, advocating township / county support or mailing a donation check. The animals are counting on us.

Arnell Memorial Humane Society, 185 Griffin St., Amery, 715-268-7387 (PETS) or online: www.arnellhumane.org.

I don’t have a wish list in my paws this week, so I think I will call it a day until next time. My mom’s home from work, it’s warm inside, and my couch awaits. I think it’s old movie night tonight, inspired by my white, toothy friend: “Dial M Vincent for Mischief,” “Five Thousand Easy Pieces” (to vacuum), and “Wait Until Dark” (to eat the maracas and a candleholder when Mom goes to bed).

Actually, he’s getting better. I was the one in trouble today for teaching him Rolling in Smelly Stuff 101.

He failed; I passed.

And I got the bath to prove it.

Oh, well. Take care, everyone, and I’ll see you here next week!

HSBC is saving lives, one at a time. www.hsburnettcty.org, 715-866-4096.

Births Born at Amery Regional Medical Center:

A boy, Van Thomas Anderson, born Sept. 16, 2010, to Shelley and David Anderson, Amery. Van weighed 7 lbs., 13 oz.

••• A boy, Ryan Connor Kirk, born Sept. 17, 2010, to Jacqueline Lindquist-Kirk and Thales Kirk, Clear Lake. Ryan weighed 7 lbs., 8 oz.

••• A boy, Wyatt Gordon Klingelhoets, born Sept. 21, 2010, to Krista and David Klingelhoets, Turtle Lake.

Wyatt weighed 7 lbs., 8 oz.

••• A boy, Theodore Bennett Whitley, born Sept. 21, 2010, to Chelsea and Jason Whitley, Amery.

Theodore weighed 7 lbs., 13 oz.

••• A girl, Eleanore Mildred Amans, born Sept. 21, 2010, to Stephanie and Jason Amans, Amery.

Eleanore weighed 8 lbs., 2 oz.

••• A girl, Miranda Rose Alen, born Sept. 24, 2010, to Katie and Michael Alen, Balsam Lake. Miranda weighed 7 lbs., 13 oz.

••• A girl, Chasity Grace Flug, born Sept. 24, 2010, to Amy and Joshua Flug, Amery. Chasity weighed 7 lbs., 1-1/2 oz.

••• A boy, Aidan Nicholas Schradle, born Sept. 28, 2010, to Beth and Nicholas Schradle, Clayton. Aidan weighed 7 lbs., 6 oz.

••• A boy, Cameron James Doiron, born Sept. 29, 2010, to Cindy and Mark Doiron, Dresser. Cameron weighed 8 lbs., 4 oz.

••• A boy, Cam David Winger, born Oct. 3, 2010, to Melissa Trepanier and David Winger, Turtle Lake.

Cam weighed 7 lbs., 11 oz.

••• A boy, Jorian Eugene-Joseph Potter, born Oct. 3, 2010, to Alicia Paukstat and Joseph Potter, Luck. Jorian weighed 8 lbs., 1/2 oz.

••• A boy, Noah Jason Bottolfson, born Oct. 5, 2010, to Kallie and Jason Bottolfson, Amery. Noah weighed 8 lbs., 4 oz.

••• A girl, Sophia Lynn Hill, born Oct. 6, 2010, to Heather and Jason Hill, Luck. Sophia weighed 8 lbs., 12-1/4 oz.

••• A girl, Clara June Dorsey, born Oct. 8, 2010, to Emily and John Dorsey, Clear Lake. Clara weighed 8 lbs., 2 oz.

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A boy, Micahel Floyd Raffesberger, born Oct. 13, 2010, to Katherine Bocock and Jason Raffesberger, Turtle Lake. Michael weighed 8 lbs., 13 oz.

••• A girl, Carli Jean Cress, born Oct. 19, 2010, to Jodi and Michael Cress, Clear Lake. Carli weighed 7 lbs., 1-1/2 oz.

••• A boy, Nikolas Allen Hayes, born Oct. 19, 2010, to Stephani Schmidt and Christopher Hayes, Amery.

Nikolas weighed 7 lbs., 9 oz.

••• A girl, Kaylee Jo Boettcher, born Oct. 21, 2010, to Sabrina and Kyle Boettcher, St. Croix Falls. Kaylee weighed 7 lbs., 3 oz.

••• A girl, Audrina Nichole Toombs, born Oct. 23, 2010, to Alicia Anderson and Joseph Toombs, Clear Lake. Audrina weighed 7 lbs., 14 oz.

••• A boy, Ryan Gregory Schostek, born Oct. 26, 2010, to Sarah and Cody Schostek, Luck. Ryan weighed 8 lbs., 10 oz.

••• A girl, Jezebel May Sain, born Nov. 1, 2010, to Jennifer and Steven Sain, Amery. Jezebel weighed 7 lbs., 3 oz.

••• A boy, Josiah Wayne Chilstrom, born Nov. 3, 2010, to Karen Walker and Kevin Chilstrom, Almena.

Josiah weighed 7 lbs., 1 oz.

••• A daughter, Cali Marie Schanon, born Nov. 3, 2010, to Katie and James Schanon, Amery. Cali weighed 8 lbs., 4.6 oz.

••• A boy, Kayden Lee Nusberger, born Nov. 8, 2010, to Jessica McCain and Shane Nusberger, Webster.

Kayden weighed 7 lbs., 1 oz.

••• A girl, Tesla Rose Blouin-Potvin, born Nov. 11, 2010, to Kathy and Joseph Blouin-Potvin, Amery.

Tesla weighed 7 lbs., 3 oz.

••• A boy, Evan Michael-Lee Vanderwyst, born Nov. 11, 2010, to Keri Nelson and Jacob Vanderwyst, Turtle Lake. Evan weighed 6 lbs., 1 oz.

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Born at St. Croix Regional Medical Center:

A girl, Annabelle May Macke, born Oct. 7, 2010, to Kaila Balsley and Tyler Macke, Danbury.

Annabelle weighed 6 lbs., 3 oz.

••• A boy, Nicholas Charles Dye, born Oct. 7, 2010, to Cierra Hess and Joseph Dye, Grantsburg. Nicholas weighed 6 lbs., 4 oz.

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A girl, Cuda Marie Riley, born Oct. 8, 2010, to Troy and Tina Riley, Amery. Cuda weighed 8 lbs., 3 oz.

••• A boy, Emmett Daniel Costello, born Oct. 9, 2010, to Chyleen Bibeau and Michael Costello, Milltown.

Emmett weighed 9 lbs., 4 oz.

••• A boy, Keaton Darren Johnson, born Oct. 16, 2010, to Danielle Heilig and Joshua Johnson, Dresser. Keaton weighed 9 lbs., 4 oz.

••• A boy, Macklin Sinclear Prokop, born Oct. 19, 2010, to Jason and Anne Prokop, St. Croix Falls.

Macklin weighed 8 lbs., 2 oz.

••• A girl, Hannah Mae Truehart, born Oct. 21, 2010, to Duane and Cathy Truehart, Frederic. Hannah weighed 7 lbs., 3 oz.

••• A boy, Jacob Arnold Peterson, born Oct. 22, 2010, to Ben and Nicki Peterson, Grantsburg. Jacob weighed 7 lbs., 5 oz.

••• A boy, Mason Michael Mattson, born Oct. 22, 2010, to Chantalle Rowley and Mitchell Mattson, Luck. Mason weighed 7 lbs., 13 oz.

••• A boy, Marcus Gabriel Cihak, born Oct. 23, 2010, to Cassandra Wagenius, Dresser. Marcus weighed 6 lbs., 13 oz.

••• A boy, Noah Duke Duxbury, born Oct. 23, 2010, to Vanessa and Bo Duxbury, Luck. Noah weighed 9 lbs., 6 oz.

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A boy, Archer Charles Hale, born Oct. 28, 2010, to Adam and Amy Hale, Grantsburg. Archer weighed 7 lbs., 14 oz.

••• A boy, Easton Gary Visger, born Oct. 31, 2010, to Eric and Kristi Visger, Centuria. Easton weighed 8 lbs., 10 oz.

••• A boy, Evan Aaron, born Nov. 1, 2010, to Katelyn Mack and Leonard Chute, Grantsburg. Evan weighed 7 lbs., 13 oz.

••• A girl, Bethany Ann Simon, born Nov. 2, 2010, to Janelle Burkman and Travis Simon, Blaine, Minn.

Bethany weighed 6 lbs., 3 oz.

••• A girl, Norah Abigail Gilbert, born Nov. 2, 2010, to Anna and Mark Gilbert, Osceola. Norah weighed 7 lbs., 15 oz.

••• A boy, Masyn Wayne Mosay, born Nov. 3, 2010, to Misty Mosay, Barron. Masyn weighed 9 lbs., 15 oz.

••• A girl, Jilliann Isabella Trumm, born Nov. 3, 2010, to Rhonda Johnson and George Trumm, Shafer, Minn. Jilliann weighed 6 lbs., 2 oz.

••• A boy, Elvin Son Ly, born Nov. 4, 2010, to Cuony Ly and Ouyen Pham, Osceola. Elvin weighed 5 lbs., 6 oz.

••• A girl, Amani Marie McGeshick, born Nov. 7. 2010, to Alicia Roper and Joseph McGeshick, Siren. Amani weighed 6 lbs., 2 oz.

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St. Croix Valley Senior Center Tuesday was our busy day with exercise followed

by Skip-Bo. The winners in the afternoon 500 cards were Joan Arnold, Pat Jensen, Mary Lou Lund and Pat Carlson. Vern and Carol were the 9 bid winners.

Bill McGrorty was the winner in Hand and Foot. Don Anderson, Ione White and George Meixner were the Domino winners.

Thursday morning we had our exercise session followed by playing Skip-Bo. Thursday evening 500 cards were played with Charlie Mevissen, Izzy Magnuson, Leone Montgomery and Shirley Sims the winners.

On Sunday, hobo soup was served followed by games. Thanks to Ron, Elaine and Bren Nel for

hosting. It was a great day.

Wednesday, Nov. 17, we had our Christmas tea.

On Thursday, Nov. 18, we will have our potluck lunch followed by our monthly meeting.

On Friday, Nov. 19, Bingo will be played at 1 p.m.

Want to play Bridge? Starting on Friday, Dec. 3, at 10 a.m., they will start playing Bridge each Friday.

If you don’t know how or need a refresher, they will teach you. Stop in and try it. We need more players.

We will only be open three days the week of Nov. 22. Good luck on your deer hunt.

Happy Thanksgiving.

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LIBRARY NEWS

Milltown Public Library

Balsam Lake Public Library Holidays

We have great books for decorating, cooking, gift giving, entertaining adults and children. Check it out at your library.

Christmas stamping

Make your own gift tags or Christmas cards – Supplies will be provided. Barb Hammerstad, cardstamping expert, will be here to help everyone create. Please join us at the Library Saturday, Dec. 4, from 10 a.m. to noon.

Computer classes

Open lab from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Instructor available to answer questions and give one-to-one instructions. Next class will be Tuesday, Nov. 30.

Story time

There will be no story time Wednesday, Nov. 24, the day before Thanksgiving. Every Wednesday at 11 a.m., stories, crafts and snacks are available and all ages are welcome to join our lively group. TV. If kids are entertained by two letters, imagine the fun they’ll have with 26. Open your child’s imagination.

Open a book. ~Author Unknown

New books for November

Anita Shreve, “Port Mortuary” by Patricia Cornwell, “Edge” by Jeff Deaver, “ I Still Dream About You” by Fanny Flagg, “Whitetail Nation” by Pete Bodo, “Axe and the Oath: Ordinary Life in the Middle Ages” by Robert Fossier.

If anyone knows how to send letters, it’s Milltown Postmaster Kathy Krenz! Join her and all the fun staff at the Milltown Public Library for a special story time and Santa-letter-writing workshop! Get your letter in the mail for that jolly elf or other special friend and learn the rules to sending a letter with the United Book club “Night of the Radishes” by Sandra Benitez. Annie States Postal Service. The program starts at 1 p.m., Rush, a 34-year-old woman from Hopkins, Minn., on Saturday, Nov. 20. Children should be accompatravels to Oaxaca, Mexico, in search of her long-lost nied by a guardian. brother. While there, she visits a healer who will sweep Annie clean of “el susto,” the fright. Oaxaca is Magnifying reader available vibrant with Christmas celebrations, as well as with Having trouble reading that fine print? Take adthe Night of the Radishes festival, a time when vil- vantage of the quality Closed Circuit Television Maglagers carve tableaux from giant radishes they grow nifying Reader at the Milltown Public Library. Ask the to enter in the yearly competition. Book club meets friendly staff to help you set up your document or Wednesday, Dec. 15, at 3 p.m. Books available at item under the mounted camera and watch the magthe library. nified image on the big screen. This tool is available for use whenever the library is open.

Hours

Balsam Lake Library, (under the water tower) at Preschool story time 404 Main St., Balsam Lake. Hours are Monday 10 Grab a guardian and join us for a half hour of fun, a.m. – 8 p.m., Tuesday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Wednesday stories and a small craft every Tuesday morning at 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., Thursday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Friday 9:30 a.m.

10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Email: balsamlakepl@ifls.lib.wi.us. Web site www.balsamlakepubliclibrary.org.

Frederic Public Library We are approaching that wonderful, hectic time of the year when holidays run together and calendars are crowded with places to go, things to do, people to see. Be sure to set aside some quiet time for you and your loved ones to do something special such as taking a night stroll in the village to admire the lights, enjoying a brisk hike along the Gandy Dancer Trail, or attending one of the many holiday concerts and plays in area communities. Visit the library for holiday stories to read together or books for gift projects or ideas to make your celebrations special – or take a breather from your preparations to work on a jigsaw puzzle or play a board game with a friend. Coffee is always available and sometimes we even offer cookies.

Thanksgiving hours

The library will be closed Thanksgiving Day and resume regular hours on Friday, Nov. 26, from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Happy Thanksgiving to all.

Looking for online kids Thanksgiving activities?

Check out the Web site at www.amazingmoms.com for easy-to-make crafts, activities and games – start some new traditions and create a memorable Thanksgiving holiday with your family.

November book group choices

The Thursday morning book group will meet Nov. 18, at 10 a.m., to discuss “The Elegance of the Hedgehog,” by Muriel Barbery. The novel takes

Computer Basics Lab

The Milltown Public Library offers Computer Basic Lab time every Wednesday at 1, 2 and 6 p.m. During this time, we help novice users create an e-mail account, draft and edit documents like holiday greeting letters, and help with the general comfort and navigation of this sometimes intimidating technology.

Space is limited, so call in advance to reserve a spot.

Library closed for Thangsgiving

The Milltown Library will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 25 and Friday, Nov. 26. The library will be open on Saturday, Nov. 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please have a festive and safe holiday.

Fresh coffee and fast Wi-Fi are served up every day!

Hours and information

www.milltownpubliclibrary.org, 715-825-2313.

Monday through Thursday 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

St. Croix Falls Public Library

“Hell’s Corner” by David Baldacci, “Rescue” by

Pause and breathe

Dear Santa

place in a Paris apartment building, where the lives of its tenants are transformed by the arrival of a new neighbor. The evening book group will meet Thursday, Nov. 18, at 6:30 p.m., to talk about “Eaarth,” by Bill McKibben. The author states that we can meet the challenges of a new “Eaarth” by building the kind of societies and economies that can concentrate on essentials, and create the type of community that will allow us to weather trouble on an unprecedented scale. Looking ahead, the morning book group will meet Thursday, Dec. 16, at 10 a.m., to talk about “God: a Biography,” by Jack Miles. The evening group will also meet Dec. 16, at 6:30 p.m., to discuss “The Invisible Man,” by Ralph Ellison. Copies of the books are available at the library, and new readers are always welcome to join us for lively conversation about books.

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. The November theme is dinosaurs, and the author of the month is Marcus Pfister, author of several books including “Dazzle the Dinosaur” and “Rainbow Fish.”

Hours and information

Frederic Public Library, 127 Oak St. West, 715327-4979, e-mail fredericpl@ifls.lib.wi.us. Regular open 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.

Polk County Library Federation

Film Movement Fridays

This Friday is the first of Film Movement Fridays at the Library. Free! Film Movement presents firstrun, award-winning independent films. On Friday, Nov. 19, the featured film is “Lake Tahoe.” Teenage Juan crashes his family’s car into a telegraph pole on the outskirts of town, and then scours the streets searching for someone to help him fix it. His quest will bring him to Don Heber, an old paranoid mechanic whose only companion is Sica, his almosthuman boxer dog; to Lucia, a young mother who is convinced that her real place in life is as a lead singer in a punk band, and to “The One Who Knows,” a teenage mechanic obsessed with the martial arts and kung fu philosophy. The absurd and bewildering worlds of these characters drag Juan into a one-day journey in which he will come to accept what he was escaping from in the first place— an event both as natural and inexplicable as a loved one’s death. “Lake Tahoe” is not rated. This film portrays adult situations and language. (In Spanish with English subtitles, 81 minutes.) This month’s short film is “Noodles,” a light snack of a film that makes you want to learn how to use chopsticks. (6 minutes.)

You can check the Web site calendar to see what films will be presented each month.

Artsy Smartsy goes global! Tuesday, Dec. 21: Textile Arts and Printmaking of Africa.

Adinkra cloth, Kente cloth, Korhogo mudcloth – different fabrics and techniques from different regions – learn about the legend of the Spider Weaver and print your own special patterns. Artsy Smartsy Tuesdays: Please join teaching artist Tiffany Paige Meyer for this amazing visual arts program created exclusively for children ages 3-6 and their caregivers. The third Tuesday of each month, November through May, Meyer will guide participants through a world of multicultural art exploration through books and creative expression at the St. Croix Falls Public Library from 10-11 a.m. Preregistration is required.

Register online www.stcroixfallslibrary.org, at the li-

brary’s circulation desk or call 715-483-1777. Did we mention this is free?

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School’s Out at SCFPL! Homework help and cool programs for youth. For kids in grades fifth through eighth on Wednesdays beginning Wednesday, Dec. 1, 3:30-5 p.m. Homework help, quiet study, snacks, “Old School” games, eco arts, computer access, and a chance to help build more and better youth programs at SCFPL. Students in grades second through fourth are welcome to attend with a parent or guardian present at all times. For more information or to volunteer to be a tutor, contact Cole, the youth services librarian, at czrostlik@stcroixfallslibrary.org or at 715-483-1777.

Story hour with Cole

Listen to stories, create art and have fun with other kids and parents every Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.

Check out our Web site

It has up to date information on what’s happening at the library and other useful library tools you can use at home. www.stcroixfallslibrary.org. Look for us on Facebook!

Meeting room

The community meeting room is available for your organization. Contact the library for details.

Technology

Free wireless and eight public computers are available at the library.

Hours

The library is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 715483-1777. E-mail: scflibrary@ifls.lib.wi.us. Online: www.stcroixfallslibrary.org.

The Friends of the Polk County Libraries crafts will be sold this weekend at the Amery Annual Fall Bazaar and Bake Sale on Satuday, Nov. 20, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the Amery Area Senior Center. Items include many handmade items for unique holiday gifts included handmade/felted mittens, scarves, hats, bibs, dishcloths, quilting books/kits, seasonal pillowcases, baked potato bags, hand-designed notecards, and wine bottle cozies. Proceeds from the event fund the technology support specialists who travels to all 10 Polk County libraries helping with their computer needs. The next event will be the Clear Lake Holiday Stroll at the Clear Lake Public Library on Saturday, Dec. 4. – Photo submitted 525737 13L

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Festival’s Featured Artist ST. CROIX FALLS – As the garland goes up and the lights are strung, so it is at Festival Theatre where holiday cheer is in the works. Last week Festival began rehearsals for “A Christmas Carol,” the classic Charles Dickens tale of Ebenezer Scrooge. Festival’s production, adapted by local favorite James Walker, stars Rob Frankel as Scrooge, six professional actors, and 10 local youths (double-cast as the five children roles in the play). This week’s featured artist is Rob Frankel, St. Croix Falls’ own Ebenezer Scrooge.

Frankel grew up outside of Chicago.

As a child he was enamored with Alan Sherman and at the age 5, little Rob would “sing all of his songs – like ‘Hello Muddah, Hello Faddah’—- to our neighbors as I walked around the block.” As he got older, he remained engaged by the theatrical arts and eventually went on to study at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor.

“I have wanted to get Frankel here for a number of seasons now. He is an actor you see in auditions and just think, ‘we

I was remembering some of our family's Thanksgiving traditions. Dad would get a turkey that he shot himself and Mom would have to “peel the bird” as my brother use to say. We would take the tail feathers and play that we were the Indian chief and headed up the biggest tribe in the whole world. We lived in a teepee as big as the White House and there were so many rooms we never even visited some. Of course this was all tramped out in the snow or leaves in our backyard. Each room would have its own snowman, or doll in the case of no snow, to watch over it.

They had to stay way to one wall because we built our pretend fires in the middle of the room. This was all done the day before Thanksgiving. In the house, potatoes were peeled and put in the pressure cooker in water to keep till they could be cooked the next day. The sweet potatoes were sliced, ready for the wonderful sauce that made them in, to candied sweet potatoes. The carrots were cut in little round pieces to be cooked and others were sliced in small pieces to be dipped in onion soup mixed with something that made it white. We were not quite sure in those days how some of the things that came out of the kitchen were transformed from one thing into another. The green bean casserole was made the morning of Thanksgiving. Mother put the turkey in the roaster or as it was always called “the Nesco” and let it cook all night.

The smells in the morning made eating Malt-O-Meal almost enjoyable. Gosh I This article comes by letter from Jessie Booth Nielsen Nordquist with recollections of some earlier residents of this area:

My Hometown

I had the privilege to live in St. Croix Falls. I was born there and also the rest of my siblings (seven). My parents were George and Nellie Booth. My dad worked for Northern States Power Co. all his life. As soon as my school hours were over I would walk to the Northern States Power Co. and wait for my dad.

He would come in on those big trucks.

He always left a cookie in his lunch pail for me. We would walk home, hand in hand, and my mom would have a nice clean house and supper would be ready.

My favorite spot in town was O’Brien’s grocery store (café?). I would

need that guy!’” said Danette Olsen, executive director of Festival Theatre.

“He is versatile, accomplished, engaging and hardworking.

As Ebenezer Scrooge, I am confident he will be unforgettable.

Frankel, as the classic character, will Rob Frankel make you shudder with fear, sigh with nostalgia and then melt your heart in just a little over an hour and a half.”

This year Frankel has been very busy, traveling from state to state and theater gig to theatre gig. In the last year alone, he performed in the area premiere of “13th of Paris” at The Public Theatre in Maine, and then moved south down the coast line to the Outer Banks of North Carolina where he spent the summer performing the role of Governor White in “The Lost Colony.” Around the Greater Twin Cities this year he played Harry Roat in “Wait until Dark” at Bloomington Civic Theatre, Harvey in “Indian Blood”

Caregivers

Gifts

Barb Blodgett really hated that stuff. Oatmeal was one thing, but that “goo” as we kids called it was always holiday breakfast, maybe sort of the bad before the good. Not sure of the reasoning of that, but I am sure there was a reason.

The night before Thanksgiving my mother did something to cranberries that made them into sort of a frozen cranberry froth. I remember her getting up at all times of the night to baste the turkey and mix the cranberries so they froze just right. We use to call it Cranberry Ice and to this day I have not been able to duplicate the taste my mother came up with. We don’t usually have a formal Thanksgiving dinner any more because Denny is delivering meals from the Siren Thanksgiving meal and I am driving people who could not get there without transportation. I sure do miss that Cranberry Ice. Can’t find a recipe that turns out like Moms. She wrote down some of the more difficult recipes for me, like Schtruuuudel (always said like that for effect) but her Cranberry Ice was just so easy I guess she thought I would just know what went into it. One more thing. I remember that after dinner Mom would cover the turkey and put it into a cold oven and we picked at

A St. Croix Tale Rosemarie Vezina Braatz visit with them. At times I would go to the old depot and visit there awhile.

My dad was a coon hunter. I went with him up to the depot in St. Croix, where we found our dogs. They were shipped to us in crates. We named them Ben and Fidler.

My pals across the street were Bessie Gary, Norma Ann and Jean Patterson.

Their dad would hook our sleds behind his car and take us riding in the country.

My mother and my brothers and sisters would go berry picking on the river road. Mom packed a lunch and Dad

at Theatre in the Round, and performed the role of the grandfather in the premiere of “Spring of Freedom, Summer of Fear” by Table Salt Productions. He also completed work on a commissioned play on the subject of diversity in Rochester, Minn.

Working both on “Is he Dead?” and “A Christmas Carol,” this is Frankel’s first season with Festival Theatre. He enjoyed being directed by Carl Lindberg in “Is He Dead?” and now is delighting in the chance to act along side him in “A Christmas Carol.” Frankel said of his experience in St. Croix Falls, “I have truly enjoyed working with the wonderfully creative people here at Festival and getting to know the community.” Although he has loved diving into the classic Christmas crank of Ebenezer Scrooge, Frankel also has some high-ranking favorite productions and roles from his past. He noted James Tyrone in “Long Day’s Journey into Night” at Theatre in the Round, Harry Roat in “Wait until Dark” at Bloomington Civic Theatre and Norman Thayer in “On Golden Pond” at Brave Community Theatre.

Having such a breadth of roles under his belt, Frankel has a number of humor-

ous stories from his stage life. Also a father, Rob has had the pleasure of combining two of his passions, theater and fatherhood. Frankel recounted a fond story of sharing theater with his son; “I remember driving my 10-year-old son to our first rehearsal for ‘Oliver,’ the first play we’d ever had a chance to be in together. I looked at him in rearview mirror and thought what a man he was becoming. Then he said to me what few sons-becoming-men say to their fathers, ‘Dad, will you help me do my makeup?’”

Frankel is a multitalented artist. He has numerous directing credits and has published over 30 plays. “I’m a guitar player, an avid bridge player, and an even more avid Cubs and Bears fan,” said Frankel. “He is also an incredible teaching artist,” remarked Olsen. “A perfect fit for a show such as ‘A Christmas Carol,’ which is truly a lesson in itself” Be sure to see the classic tale “A Christmas Carol,” at Festival Theatre. The show opens Saturday, Nov. 27 and closes Sunday, Dec. 26. Call 715-483-3387 to make your reservations today. - submitted

it all day. Just think if we tried that today. People would think we were crazy.

Mom was amazing, she always used to bake a spaghetti dish that I can’t duplicate. No sauce over spaghetti for her.

She wasn’t Italian so she concocted her own version. I think it was tuna casserole with tomato sauce instead of cream of mushroom soup and hamburger instead of tuna. It’s funny, I remember the simplest dishes and not the gourmet dinners she put together after she got the 12-volume books of Gourmet Cooking Made Simple or some such name.

We always sat at a long dining room table that seated 12. Dad always carved the turkey and there was no pulling it apart. Perfect slices, I remember the perfect slices. I also remember when we got the electric knife and had to run an extension cord from the living room so he could use it. There was no reaching for food you had to wait to have it passed. My grandmother’s fresh biscuits and my other grandmother’s pumpkin pie were also a highlight. The pie came later with real whipped cream.

Then my dad and uncle fell asleep, we went to play in our teepee and Mom, Grandmothers and Aunt did dishes and cleaned up, getting ready for pie and coffee.

Oh, I forgot the dressing! Grabbing a bag of Stouffers and adding chicken broth and butter would have made my mother crazy. The bread was dried two days before and cut in little pieces. The liver, heart and gizzard were cooked and cut and waiting in the refrigerator

so it could be in the dressing when the turkey was ready to stuff.

Today, I am always in a hurry and anything that makes a meal come together faster and easier is the way I go.

Thank God for cream of mushroom soup and Prego. I don’t know how many times I have reached for those to add to something to make an amazing dish that Denny and his dad love because the soup becomes the gravy and gravy is good anytime. Baking a cake from scratch is almost unheard of today and that makes me sad. Mom used to make something I loved, sponge cake.

It was in the shape of an angel food cake, but not as soft, and so good. I miss that.

So now I have made myself hungry and the egg sandwich I threw together for breakfast seems like it was days ago.

There must be some leftover chicken with cream of mushroom soup in the refrigerator so I might just head that direction.

Happy Thanksgiving everyone. I could list the things I am thankful for but would soon run out of paper. One most important thing is I get to work with wonderful people through Interfaith Caregivers. I have met some of the most amazing people, but that is another column. Please don’t forget Christmas for Kids. We are in dire need of donations. I would appreciate anything you could do for us.

took us out there. We stayed all day until Dad came home from work at 5 p.m. when he would come back for us.

My grandmother, Emily Booth, and I would walk way over to Lizzy Berger’s on the south end of the village. There were no highways then. Our main road was up past the fairgrounds.

I have two children, five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. My son lives in Red Wing, Minn. He has a wife and two children. My daughter lives in St. Paul, Minn., with her husband. She has three children and three grandchildren. My sister Francis lives in Taylors Falls, Minn. Another sister, Vivian, lives in Illinois. Another sister, Nancy, lives in Iowa. My only living brother, Leroy, lives in St. Croix. We have a reunion every year in different states. We write or call everyone so we keep in touch ... I love all my children

and grandchildren. We see them all often, even the ones in New York.

The old school was on the corner across from the hospital. We had one doctor and that was Dr. Jake Riegel. I have seen so many changes throughout the years. There are so many new doctors now and a beautiful large hospital and parking lots. Also a large highway and so many new automobiles …

I would like to hear from any of the friends in St. Croix, if there are any left.

I have lived in Luck for the past 70 years.

Be back soon.

Barb

Love, Jessie (Jessie asks any friends who want to contact her to write to me, to forward to her …)

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St. Croix Casino Turtle Lake hosts Veterans Day Ceremony

TURTLE LAKE – Sixty-three Minnesota and Wisconsin veterans and their families were honored at the second-annual Veterans Day Ceremony at the St. Croix Casino Turtle Lake on Thursday, Nov. 11.

Held at 11 a.m. to reflect the time when the armistice for World War I was signed, 11 a.m. on the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918, the ceremony began with the entrance of four flags – the U.S. flag, the Wisconsin state flag, the St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin official flag and the POW/MIA flag.

Aimee Juan, director of marketing at St. Croix Casino Turtle Lake, welcomed all of the veterans, thanking them for their service. LeRoy Buck, casino general manager, echoed Juan’s comments, adding that honoring our veterans shouldn’t be confined to just one day a year but should be a priority every day of the year.

Francis Songetay, a St. Croix tribal elder and a Vietnam-era veteran, served as principal speaker for the ceremony. “Many people think that Memorial Day is a day for honoring all veterans,” he said, “but Memorial Day is the day we honor men and women who have died in service to their country. Veterans Day gives us an opportunity to honor all veterans and everyone in the military.”

Songetay remarked that Native Americans have the highest percentage of service in the military of any ethnic group. “Native Americans have always been proud to serve their country,” he said. Songetay then introduced all of the veterans attending the

Flag bearers stand at attention as the Cumberland Singers perform the “Veterans Song.” – Photo submitted ceremony.

Juan read a letter from Gov. Doyle. In his letter, Doyle welcomed veterans to the second-annual Veterans Day ceremony at the St. Croix Casino Turtle Lake. “Over a half a million Wisconsin soldiers have fought for our country, and we owe them a debt of gratitude that cannot be repaid. As we remember those who have served, we also take the time to honor those who are currently serving in Iraq, Afghanistan and military outposts around the world,” Doyle wrote. “The veterans who have returned

home—and those who will—have earned our deepest respect and most profound thanks.” Doyle’s letter also stressed the fact that the families of service members have also made sacrifices and deserve our thanks.

“On behalf of the people of Wisconsin, I want to thank all our veterans and service members and honor your sacrifices today, and every day. Without your service and dedication, our state would not be the great place it is today,” Doyle’s letter concluded.

Sen. Herb Kohl also sent a letter, which was read by Bryan Bearhart of casino marketing, the coordinator for the ceremony.

“Today we honor those who have defended our freedom both here at home and throughout the world. Veterans from all generations have valiantly protected our country, whether in the Pacific or Europe during World War II, in Vietnam or today in Iraq and Afghanistan,” Kohl wrote.

“These courageous men and women deserve not only our honor and respect, but the resources to heal physically and mentally and make the transition to civilian life.

These resources were promised to our veterans when they enlisted, and there is no national obligation more sacred than the debt we owe them. We must also remember the tragedy of war and pay special tribute to those who make the ultimate sacrifice while fighting for this country.”

In closing remarks, Songetay echoed the sentiments of Doyle and Kohl. “We honor veterans today because we know that without them there would be no land of the free,” he said. “Without our veterans we wouldn’t be here today.”

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The sustaining mystery of grass sity.

With a foreword by famed farmer and author Wendell Berry, and published by the American Society of Agronomy, the Crop Science Society of America, and the Soil Science Society of America, the book is divided into three sections, beginning with “Past is Prologue,” in which Wedin and Fales write reflections on “Grass: the 1948 Yearbook of Agriculture,” whose anniversary gave impetus to this updating project. Part two covers “The Present: Transitions over 60 Years,” and part three “The Forward Look: Opportunities and Challenges.”

Topics in the book range from practical to thoughtful, with much material of po-

THANK YOU John Klaas

Dr. Walt Wedin (R) presents a copy of his recent book to Frederic library director Chris Byerly, as Ken Java, Frederic Historical Society volunteer, looks on.

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tential use in the classroom as well as on the farm. Local readers will be especially delighted to find a piece by Wedin, Mary Falk of Lovetree Sheep Farmstead on Trade Lake, and Otto Wiegand of the Spooner Agricultural Research Station on “Pasture Walks: Learning from One Another,” illustrated with two lambs of Lovetree.

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FREDERIC – “Soil, air, rain and sun supply all the essentials for the growing of a blade of grass. But they do not explain the grass.” Firman E. Bear, “Earth: the Stuff of Life.”

Agronomist Dr. Walt Wedin, who grew up in the Round Lake farming community west of Frederic and graduated from Frederic High School and the University of Wisconsin, has presented a copy of his most recent publication to Chris Byerly, director, and the Frederic library. “Grassland: Quietness and Strength for a New American Agriculture,” is composed of articles and photographs by dozens of contributors, and was edited by Wedin and Steven L. Fales of Iowa State Univer-

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Veterans Day Program

Grantsburg

Issaac Peterson played taps as members of the Brask-Fossum-Janke American Legion Post 185 Honor Guard stood in salute to honor and remember of all those who have served.

United States Army Sgt. Hall stood in salute as the colors were presented during the Veterans Day program at Grantsburg High School on Thursday, Nov. 11.

Photos by Priscilla Bauer

Grantsburg Legion member Jim Paden read these words from the POW/MIA service as part of the Nov. 11 Veterans Day program at Grantsburg High School. “Those who have served, and those currently serving in the uniformed services of the United States are ever mindful that the sweetness of enduring peace has always been tainted by the bitterness of personal sacrifice.”

Veterans Day Program

ABOVE: Members of the middle school band played “American Spirit Overture” during the retiring of the colors and close of the Veterans Day Program at St. Croix Falls.

ABOVE CENTER: Members of the fifth grade at St. Croix Falls stand at the Veterans Day program at the request of the keynote speaker, Fred Berns, who met with the students prior to the program.

ABOVE RIGHT: The keynote speaker for the St. Croix Falls Veterans Day program was Fred Berns. Berns would not specify his service, military branch or rank. Rather, he wanted people to base his merits on his speech and message. His message dealt with the right to vote and the duty to serve and their importance.

RIGHT: Members of the high school choir sang “Homeland” during the program Nov. 11.

Photos by Tammi Milberg

Grantsburg choir member Stephanie Miklya performed “America, The Beautiful” during the Veterans Day program on Thursday, Nov. 11, in the school’s auditorium.

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Patriotic concert

Grantsburg

LEFT: Army Sgt. Andy Dahlberg stood in salute as the Army’s theme song, “The Army Goes Rolling Along,” was played by the high school band during the “On This Day” patriotic program presented by the music department on Nov. 11. Each branch’s service theme was played as part of the band’s armed services salute.

RIGHT: The Grantsburg High School choir performed “On this Day” during the Veterans Day patriotic concert in the school’s auditorium on Nov. 11.

Hannah Rod and Amanda Lindus raised their arms as a show of strength and bravery as they signed the last words, “home of the brave,” of “The StarSpangled Banner” during the Grantsburg High School choir’s performance of the national anthem at the Veterans Day patriotic program held on Nov. 11 in the school’s auditorium. – Photos by Priscilla Bauer

The seventh- and eighth-grade Swingin’ Sisters group sang “Thank You, Soldiers” at the Nov. 11 patriotic program of music and readings at Grantsburg High School.

Veterans Day dinner

Grantsburg

Proud parents David and Julie Dahlberg joined in applauding their son Andy's achievements after the young Army sergeant spoke of his duty and committment to serving his country. Dahlberg, who was the guest speaker at the Grantsburg Legion Veterans Day dinner, said as an Army calvary scout he experienced rough times during his two tours of duty in Iraq. An emotional Dahlberg went on to tell the audience of veterans and their families that knowing he had a hometown with family and friends to come back to helped him "keep his head up." Later the veteran posed with his equally proud grandparents, Mark and Maude Dahlberg (photo below). – Photos by Priscilla Bauer

Macy Moore smiled as she proudly wore her grandfather Jim Sundquist's American Legion cap at the Brask-FossumJanke American Legion Post 185 annual Veterans Day dinner. Later, still wearing Granddad's hat, the two posed for a family photo.

Photos by Priscilla Bauer

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Veterans Day program

Webster

Webster High School students (L to R) Callan Brown, Molly Brown and Billie Ingalls show the award certificates given them by the Webster VFW for their winning essays in the annual Voice of Democracy contest.

Photos by Carl Heidel

There seems to be a bit of confusion among these Webster Elementary students. When saying the Pledge of Allegiance, which hand goes where?

Webster 5-12 Principal Tim Widiker told the story behind the song “Taps.”

ABOVE: Webster Elementary students could hardly wait for the assembly to begin.

RIGHT: Under the direction of Julie Strang the Webster High School band played the national anthem.

Veterans Day program LEFT: Jacob Steimann of Siren read his award-winning essay in which he pledged that his generation would remember those who served America in the armed forces.

RIGHT: Jethro D’Jock, Regular Army veteran of the Iraq War, spoke to honor all veterans and paid tribute to some of his own fallen comrades.

BELOW: Siren students gave their Pledge of Allegiance in sign language.

Photos by Carl Heidel

Members of the Siren American Legion bring the American flag into the Siren schools auditorium.

Siren

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Veterans Day program

Frederic

Dean Daniels led the Veterans Day program held at the Frederic High School the morning of Thursday, Nov. 11. Daniels told all the high school students and public in attendance of being drafted to serve his Robert Chubb, retired teacher of Frederic schools, brought country. his model World War I and World War II planes and displayed them for all to see during the program.

LEFT: High school principal Ray Draxler opened by ceremony on Thursday, Nov. 11.

ABOVE: Kordi Kurkowski was the guest speaker during the program. She spoke of her daughter, Haley, who joined the Air Force before graduating from Frederic last school year. Haley has finished boot camp and is actively working. – Photos by Brenda Martin LEFT: Choir instructor Greg Heine sang a solo while the band, directed by Patti Burns, played their last selection.

Veterans Day program

Luck

Veterans at the Luck Veterans Day Program salute as the Boy Scouts present the colors.

Tap dancing while the elementary students sang were (L to R) Isabelle Jensen, Sophie Hendricks-Loehr, Alyssa Foeller, Annaleise Greener and Brooklyn Petersen.

Holding the seal of the United States Marine Corps, while the Marine Corps anthem was sung, are thirdgraders Callie Hancock, left, and Carlie Soltau.

Photos by Mary Stirrat

Emcees for the 2010 Veterans Day program at Luck were Cole Mortel and Morgan Denny, at left of photo. At right are Badger Girls State Representative Karissa Giller and Badger Boys State Representative Kyle James.

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Bonneville named assistant dean of students

PHOENIX, Ariz. – Mary Charmoli won the 2010 Dorothy Penner Award for Passion and Excellence to the wedding industry at the Annual Business of Brides Conference in Phoenix, Ariz., on Tuesday, Nov. 9.

Charmoli was nominated by a peer member of the Association of Bridal Consultants. Charmoli is a Master Bridal Consultant™, the Association of Bridal Consultants –Wisconsin state coordinator, and the owner of Saratoga Weddings, Inc., located in Webster.

The association, established in 1955, is the largest organization dedicated exclusively to serving wedding professionals worldwide. Members are in 26 countries and on six continents. Charmoli is the 15th recipient of the Dorothy Penner Award.

Saratoga Weddings, has assisted couples in the Twin

Cities Metro and western Wisconsin since 1993. submitted Shown are Mary Charmoli, owner of Saratoga Weddings, and David Wood, president of the Association of Bridal Consultants.

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EAU CLAIRE – Jacqueline Bonneville, a 1990 graduate of St. Croix Falls High School, has been named the assistant dean of students at UW-Eau Claire. After high school, she earned a bachelor’s degree from UMDuluth, a master’s degree from UW-Whitewater and an educational specialist degree from UW-Stout.

Bonneville, who has served as coordinator for new student orientation at UW-Eau Claire since 2003, began her new duties Nov. 1. She will report to Brian Carlisle, dean of students and work closely with Dr. Beth Hellwig, vice chancellor of student affairs.

Jacqueline Bonneville In her new position, Bonneville will work closely with the associate dean and dean of students on care and concern issues and student conduct issues. She also will continue to coordinate the national student exchange program.

Bonneville is married to Darrin Witucki and they have two children, Carly, 8, and Cole, 5. They live near Menomonie. Bonneville’s grandmothers are Eleanor Bonneville of Frederic and Darlene Sherstad of Grantsburg. – submitted

Mary Charmoli wins the 2010 Dorothy Penner Award for passion and excellence to the wedding industry

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CHURCH NEWS News from the Pews

Eternal

Perspectives Sally Bair

Stubborn roots

I cleaned out my asparagus bed recently. Whew!

What a tough job. Thistles and other stubborn weeds grew so close to the asparagus stalks, I found it almost impossible to pull the weeds out without harming the stalks. Some weeds were so stubbornly rooted, I had to dig deeply with a spade. Even then, many of the roots broke off, which means next season they’ll be shooting up again.

This weed-pulling business takes valuable time from my more important pursuits. It takes muscle, too. And energy. And it inflicts pain. And, since I don’t like to use weed-killing chemicals, it’s a never-ending task. Are the rewards worthwhile? Ask me while I’m eating a succulent morsel of that fresh asparagus, and I’ll say yes. That’s my main motivation for pulling weeds.

This ordinary, human experience illustrates a biblical principle about the human heart—that the stubborn roots of sin we cling to are evidence of our stubbornness.

The Israelites are a good example. They wanted the taste of God’s promised milk and honey but refused to pluck out the sinful weeds in their hearts. They wanted to see God’s signs and wonders but rejected his command for obedience and worship. They even rejected the prophets God sent to them to turn from their wicked ways back to him.

Things haven’t changed much from the Old Testament days. We’re all prone to stubbornness. Perhaps we don’t worship golden calves. But we sometimes want to do things our own way, denying our need for God’s love and guidance. When we show the world how accomplished we are, we feel good about ourselves. It becomes easy to push God aside, to keep him out of the picture of our success.

Stubborn pride is easily born from our selfish thoughts and habits. The longer we cling to them, the harder it is to get rid of them. When we realize that God’s ways are better, he can work in our lives. he never forces us. When we’re willing to realize that our ways aren’t working, and repent, then he will change us. Then he will pluck out the stubborn weeds in our hearts.

“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” (1 John 1:9) Lord, remove the stubborn weeds of sin from our hearts.

Thank you for your patience and love that draw us back to you, and for your son, Jesus Christ, who makes it possible for us to be changed into his image. Amen.

Mrs. Bair may be reached at sallybair@gmail.com.

Thanksgiving services WEBSTER – Yellow Lake Lutheran Church will be having Thanksgiving services on Tuesday, Nov. 23, at 4 p.m.

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Eileen Wikstrom taught the group how to make a German-style sweet kuchen which was also an old family recipe. Betty Fenton had recently purchased a new pizzelles electric iron so she demonstrated how to make pizzelles, which is a traditional Italian waffle cookie.

Marlene Dahlberg and Lois Shearrow demonstrated how to make Scandinavian almond cakes, both light and chocolate, that were baked in special loaf pans. They also gave us special tips on how to get them out of the pan in one piece. All participants ate a lot of goodies and washed them down with coffee or a cup of warm spiced apple-grape juice. The second Ethnic Holiday Baking Event was a success and a good time was had by all in spite of the weather.

Retired Pastor Chuck Arndt who lives in Milltown continues to be Pilgrim’s pastor until Monday, Nov. 22, when Pastor Andy Hinwood becomes the official interim

Family Pathways opens food shelf in Frederic

by Brenda Martin Leader staff writer FREDERIC – Frederic became the fifth location of a Family Pathways food shelf when they opened their doors Tuesday, Aug. 17, in the building on the northeast corner of the four-way stop that used to house Curves.

The food shelf in Frederic is now open every Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., every Thursday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. and every Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon.

Family Pathways has four other food shelves, three in Minnesota and one in St. Croix Falls. The agency also manages four food pantries in Minnesota, along with providing senior services and youth services across the state. Thrift stores are also open in nine different cities, including St. Croix Falls and one book store in North Branch, Minn.

The central office is in Cambridge, Minn., where they have been for the past 32 years, helping serve communities in eastern Minnesota and recently expanding into the western part of Wisconsin, when they put the food shelf in St. Croix Falls two years ago.

Frederic’s food shelf moved in to help any of the 1,380 families in the Frederic School District. To date they have served 75 families, which food shelf coordinator Kate

The Polk-Burnett Retired Educators and the WREA are proud of our schools, students and staff.

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Frederic’s Ecumenical Thanksgiving Eve Service, Wednesday, Nov. 24, at 7 p.m. will be held at Pilgrim.

The choirs of the area churches are currently rehearsing the songs they will be singing that evening and the public is invited to attend this special service. Afterwards there will be refreshments in the fellowship hall and the women of the church are currently checking their recipes so they can make the best bars to go along with the coffee and fellowship. Make plans to attend – it’s a wonderful way to usher in Thanksgiving and the Christmas season.

Pilgrim invites everyone to join them for Sunday morning worship services that begin at 10 a.m. At 9:15 a.m. Mary Nelson is in charge of Playtime for parents and young children from birth to age 3. Parents and their children sing songs as well as learn children’s Bible stories. For more information please call the church office at 715-327-8012 or go to their Web site www.pilgrimlutheranfrederic.org. - submitted

Food is distributed Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Thursdays 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays 9 a.m. to noon.

The Family Pathways food shelf opened in the building on the northeast corner of the four-way stop (used to be Curves) in Frederic on Tuesday, Aug. 17. They are there to help all families in the Frederic School District. Pictured: Food shelf coordinator Kate Barrows (R) and volunteer Jamie Slater. – Photos by Brenda Martin Barrows says is a low number considering the unemployment rate in Frederic is at 10 percent of the population.

“There’s such a need right now,” Barrows said. “We just need to get the right information out there.”

The Frederic community has been helping the food shelf with donations. The Pilgrim Lutheran Church donated 435 pounds of food after having youth that went out trick-or-treating for food. The public library donated 280 pounds of food from the month of October.

The meat that is supplied to families comes from The Emergency Food Assistance Program, which is a federal program to help provide nutrients to low-income persons.

To receive food from the food shelf, people need to just enter the building and show a picture ID and a piece of mail confirming their home address.

Volunteers and donations are always welcome. For more information visit the building at 101 East Oak St. in Frederic or call them at 715-327-4425 or e-mail at kate@familypathways.org.

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OBITUARIES

Erma M. Nelson

Erma M. Nelson, 85, St. Croix Falls, formerly of Osceola, died Friday Nov. 12, 2010, at St. Croix Good Samaritan Center.

Erma was born Aug. 24, 1925, in Farmington Township to Fred and Anna Sievert. She graduated from Osceola High School in 1943. On Oct. 4, 1944, she married Leonard Peterson at Trinity Lutheran Church in Osceola. After Leonard’s death, she married Wendell Nelson on Oct. 28, 1978. She worked as a certified nursing assistant at Osceola Medical Center. In her free time, Erma enjoyed knitting, crocheting, cooking, baking, was a 4-H leader who won several state awards, was active in church work and was a Meals on Wheels driver.

Erma was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Leonard Peterson and Wendell Nelson; sisters, Ruth Noreen and Margaret Lundgren.

She is survived by her son, Wayne (Kim) Peterson of Woodbury, Minn.; daughters, Lynette Davis of Clayton, N.C. and Joyce (Jerel) Jensen of Osceola; grandchildren, Heidi Melton, Chad (Emily) Mitchell-Peterson, Kristana (Tony) Rogers, Jason (Margaret) Jensen, Stefanie (Mat) Spackman, Jared Jensen, Megan Peterson and Jennifer Jensen; great-grandchildren Madelynn, Jack, Gabe, Brandon and Colin.

Memorial services were held Tuesday, Nov. 16, at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Osceola. Interment was in the Oak Grove Cemetery. Condolences may be left at www.grandstrandfh.com.

The Grandstrand Funeral Home, Osceola, was entrusted with arrangements.

Richard “Dick” S. Thorson

Richard “Dick” S. Thorson, 63, Cedar, Minn., formerly of Amery, died peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on Nov. 8, 2010.

Dick was born in Mondovi on June 28, 1947, to Fern (Cleasby) and Clarence Thorson. He grew up in Eau Claire and attended Eau Claire area schools. He was a member of Grace Lutheran Church.

Dick served in the U.S. Navy from 1965 until 1976 and was stationed in San Diego, Calif. and Key West, Fla. He married Carol (Johnson) Strassman in 1967.

He worked for NSP for over 20 years and was an active member of the Hudson and Amery Jaycees. In 1977, he married Judy (Waterman) Erickson in Amery.

Dick is survived by his wife, Judy; and children, Chris (Nick) Armstrong of Milwaukee, Tina (Scott) Milward of Bangor, Tony (Katie) Erickson of Balsam Lake and Curt (Anessa) Thorson of Isanti, Minn.; 13 grandchildren; and his sisters, Patricia McCluskey and Karen Isaacson, both of Eau Claire.

Dick was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence Thorson and Fern Knesley; and stepfather, Ed Knesley; his sisters, Betty Boyd and Reva Sippel; and his brothers, Berval Thorson and Roger Thorson.

Funeral services were held Friday, Nov. 12, at Williamson - White Funeral Home in Amery, with Pastor Keith Ruehlow officiating. Music was provided by Margaret Peterson and Sally Suckut. Interment with military honors will be at the Amery Cemetery. Friends may sign online guest book by visiting www.williamsonwhite.com.

The Williamson-White Funeral Home, Amery, was entrusted with arrangements.

Robert George Mayer

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Robert (Bob) Mayer, 83, Amery, died Thursday, Nov. 11, 2010, at the Amery Regional Medical Center.

Bob was born Nov. 6, 1927, in Richfield, the son of Christ and Helen (nee Mauer) Mayer. He was baptized and confirmed at St. John’s Evangelical and Reformed Church (now Faith UCC) in rural Slinger. He attended the Coney River School through the eighth grade. Then began his farming career, first at his family’s Mayer Farms at Slinger, then, beginning in 1965, at Mayerheim Holsteins of Deer Park.

He and his family enjoyed breeding and showing registered Holsteins, resulting in many All-Wisconsin and AllAmerican awards. After the Mayerheim herd was dispersed in 1985, Bob worked at several dairy farms and developed a fencing business across Wisconsin. In recent years, he spent enjoyable hours assisting his son, John, on his sheep farm.

Bob was active in 4-H, especially with the dairy project, square dancing and softball teams, both in his youth and as an adult leader. He was an avid baseball fan his whole life and enjoyed playing and coaching baseball in the Rock River League as a young man. He served as a director of the Wisconsin Holstein Association and was a member of the Holstein Association USA. He judged dairy cattle shows at the county, district and state levels throughout the Midwest, and served on the All-American selection panel for many years. He made numerous trips to Queretaro, Mexico, to prepare the Rancho él Rincon herd for the Mexican National Shows.

Bob was united in marriage to Irma Kurtz on Nov. 26, 1949, and to this union seven children were born.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Betty Schneider; and brother Frederick; and former wife, Irma.

He is survived by daughters, Jean Barnhill of Boonville, Ariz., and Sandra (Thomas) Morris of Amery; sons, James (Carlene) of Amery, David (Connor) of Webster, N.Y., John (Mary) of Amery, Andrew (Katherine) of De Pere and Peter (Jennifer) of Libertyville, Ill.; 15 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren; sister, Marjorie Slaughter of Richfield; brothers, William (Adeline) of Hartford and Richard (Marilyn) of Slinger; brother-in-law, Walter Schneider of West Bend; and sister-in-law, Orlyn Mayer of Bloomer.

Funeral services were held Monday, Nov. 15, at the Williamson-White Funeral Home of Amery, with Dr. Barry Tulkki officiating and music provided by Jim Haugerud. Pallbearers were Isaac, Michael, Alexander, Zachary and Joshua Mayer, Adam Morris and Michael Wagner. Interment will be at the Faith United Church of Christ Cemetery in Slinger at a later date. Online condolences may be left at www.williamsonwhite.com.

The Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Amery was entrusted with arrangements.

Lila V. Johnson, 89, resident of the United Pioneer Home in Luck, died Monday, Nov. 15, 2010.

She is survived by her children, Lyle (Darlene) Johnson, Carolyn Dirckx, Duke (Robyn) Johnson, Bruce (Cindy) Johnson, Nancy (Brad) Bradwell, Mark Johnson, Beth Gage, Scott (Karen) Johnson; 26 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren; and sister, Rosella Matthews.

Funeral services were held at Zion Lutheran Church of Bone Lake on Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2010.

As information is updated it can be found on www.rowefh.com or call Bruce Rowe at 715-472-2444.

Rowe Funeral Home of Luck was entrusted with funeral arrangements.

Joe M. Jamison Joe M. Jamison, formerly of Webster, 86, died on Nov. 9, 2010.

He was born on Oct. 24, 1924, in Chapin, Iowa, where he grew up on the family farm. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II and is entitled to wear two Bronze Stars. Joe was a contractor and land developer in the Twin Cities, Minnesota and Webster areas for over 65 years.

He married Gertrude Walsh on Nov. 28, 1947, and together they had three children.

Joe was raised to the 32nd degree as a Mason and a charter member and treasurer of the Webster Lions Club.

He is survived by his wife, Trudy; his daughter, Sheri; son, Kurt; son-in-law, Don; daughter-in-law, Julie; and four grandchildren (two in Peoria, Ill., and two in St. Paul, Minn.); his beloved dog “Buddy”; and other relatives and friends.

A memorial service will be held at the inn at The Amethyst Chapel on Saturday, Nov. 20, in Peoria, Ariz.

Best Funeral Services of Peoria, Ariz., was entrusted with arrangements.

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Beverly A. Hovey Beverly A. Hovey, 78, Turtle Lake, formerly of Clear Lake, died Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2010, at the Willow Ridge Health Care Center in Amery.

Beverly Ann Hovey was born on April 20, 1932, in Reeve, the daughter of Monce and Marjorie (Johnson) Hiam. She grew up in Reeve and graduated from Clear Lake High School. On March 26, 1950, Bev was married to Melvin “Jake” Peterson. They moved to Deer Park and together raised four children, Tracy, Bonnie, Dan and Tim. She later moved to Albert Lea, Minn., and was married to Delano C. Hovey on May 8, 1975. Bev returned to the Clear Lake area in 1985 and eventually moved to Turtle Lake in 2003.

In her spare time, she enjoyed cooking, doing crafts, crossword puzzles, and watching her programs on TV. Bev especially loved visiting with friends and spending time with her grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Del Hovey; her parents, Monce and Marjorie Hiam; and sister, Marcia Larson.

She is survived by children, Tracy (Larry) Johnson of Clayton, Bonnie Peterson of Chetek, Dan (Janelle) Peterson of Lexington, Minn. and Tim (Norma) Peterson of Clear Lake; grandchildren, Mike (Brenda) Shelby of Dekalb, Ill., Christopher (Belinda) Weiss of Clayton, Amy Goveronski of Almena, Jamie (Nicole) Peterson of St. Francis, Minn., Janel (Scott) Strenke of New Richmond, Jessica (Ben Gaard) Peterson of Ellsworth, Jennifer Peterson of New Richmond, Kyle (Brianna) Peterson of Cumberland, Tara Peterson of Madison and Hana Peterson of Clear Lake; 20 great-grandchildren; one great-greatgrandchild; brother, Scott Nash of Somerset.

Funeral service was held Friday, Nov. 12, at the Scheuermann-Hammer Funeral Home in Clear Lake with Pastor Margaret Grant officiating. Interment was at the Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery.

Scheuermann-Hammer Funeral Home in Clear Lake was entrusted with arrangements

Sandra M. Hiller Sandra M. Hiller, 53, resident of Bone Lake Township, Frederic, died Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010.

She is survived by her husband, Mike; children, Jeremy (Bonnie) Hiller and Nicole (Todd) Succo; granddaughter, Larissa Succo; mother, Pearl Peppenger; brothers and sister, Wayne, Allen and Patsy Peppenger.

Memorial services for Sandra will be held at Milltown Lutheran Church, Milltown, on Thursday, Nov. 18, 11 a.m., with Pastor Danny Wheeler officiating.

As information is updated it can be found on the following Web sites: www.rowefh.com and www.wicremationcenter.com or call Bruce Rowe at 715472-2444.

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

Carl P. Springer Carl P. Springer, 96, Farmington, died Saturday, Nov. 13, at the St. Croix Health Center Carl was born Aug. 10, 1914, on the family farm in Farmington to Albert and Minnie Springer. He farmed with his brothers all of his life. He enjoyed working the farm.

Carl was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Ernest, Vern, twin brother Jack, and Otto; sisters, Irene Springer and Tillie Scholl; and great-niece, Jody Mullen.

He is survived by two sisters, Isabelle Hillskotter and Hazel Schaar; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were Wednesday, Nov. 17, at Zion Lutheran Church in East Farmington. Interment was in the Oak Grove Cemetery. Condolences may be left at www.grandstrandfh.com.

The Grandstrand Funeral Home, Osceola, was entrusted with arrangements.

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Susan “Sue” Marie Thompson (Anderson), 55, Amery, Marjorie L. Wilson, 85, Cushing, died on Saturday, Nov. died peacefully at her home after a courageous battle 13, 2010, at St. Croix Regional Medical Center. against cancer on Nov. 10, 2010.

Marjorie (Margie) was born Jan. 7, 1925, to Mable She was born in Rice Lake to Robert (Bergstrom) and Wilford Sandstrom in Shafer, Minn. She and Mary Lou Anderson. Sue attended was baptized and confirmed at Zion Lutheran Church in grade school in Prairie Farm and gradTrade Lake. She grew up on the family farm near Atlas uated from New Richmond High and attended Alamaba Grade School, graduating from School in New Richmond in 1973. She Luck High School. attended the City College of CosmetolMargie married Lloyd Wilson and spent the rest of her ogy in Eau Claire and received her life in Cushing until becoming a resident of the Good practitioner’s license in 1975. She later Samaritan Society in St. Croix Falls. She worked at the received her manager’s license in cosCushing Co-op store for many years and later at the senmetology.

Sue married Robert “Bob” Thompior meal program at First Lutheran. She was a member of son in March 1981 at the First Lutheran Church in New First Lutheran and participated in circle, Bible studies Richmond. Susan and Robert were married 17 years and and many women’s activities. had two children from this union, Bradley and Melissa.

In her younger years, Margie played softball and Sue worked at several hair salons in Florida, Reedsburg bowled. She also enjoyed playing cards, garage sales, and Amery. She had the pleasure to serve, style and lis- fishing, traveling and visiting with family and friends. ten to customers of hers for over 35 years. Susan loved Margie was preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd; her job and the friendships she made. She also loved parents, Mable and Wilford; brothers, Chester (infant), traveling, flower gardening, enjoying sunsets and the Harold and Crawford; her sister, Roscile (George) Hillschange of seasons from her home on North Twin Lake in dale; and three sisters-in-law, Mavis, Phyllis and Gloria.

Amery. Sue loved watching her children grow up, giving She is survived by her children, Sandy (Dale) Olson, them inspiration, courage and determination, but she es- Karen (Jim) Berg, Eddie Wilson and Meridee (Bill) Hable; pecially loved playing and singing with her grandchild, Lily, over the past four years. She was a member of the grandchildren, Todd (Sheri) Olson, Mike (Janet) Olson, VFW Auxiliary, church council at the Congregational Greg (Katie) Berg, Kerry Berg and Jenny Hable; eight Church in Amery, and served on many clubs and organ- great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren; izations as her children grew and attended Amery brother, Roger (Ginny) Sandstrom; and sisters, Doris schools, son enlisted in the Army National Guard, and (Don) Olson, Elvis (John) Neslund and Phyllis (Bill) Peterson along with many nieces and nephews. daughter enrolled in college.

Memorial services will be held Friday, Nov. 19, at First Susan is preceded in death by her father, Robert AnLutheran Church in Cushing at 2 p.m. with the Rev. derson.

She is survived by her mother, Mary Lou Anderson Dorothy Sandahl presiding. The family welcomes visi(Peterson) of New Richmond; sister, Cindy (David) Os- tors one hour prior for visitation.

St. Croix Valley Funeral Home was entrusted with born of Eagan, Minn.; son, Bradley Thompson of Clear Lake; daughter, Melissa Thompson of Amery; and grand- arrangements. daughter, LilyMae Thompson. She also has many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, special customers and friends.

Funeral services were held Monday, Nov. 15, at the Congregational Church in Amery. Musicians for the servKathryn Ann Bell-Nesgoda, 58, Grantsburg, died unexice were Chris Lindee and Annette Murray Rud. Online condolences may be left at www.williamsonwhite.com. pectedly on Friday, Nov. 12, in a tragic car accident.

She was born May 6, 1952, in Amarillo, Texas, to Helen The Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Verna Holman-Bell and Arthur Houston Bell.

Services of Amery was entrusted with arrangements.

Kathryn was a dedicated nurse for 36 years of her life in the Polk and Burnett County area. Some of her greatest loves were quilting, traveling, going for walks and Longtime minister of Jehovah’s Witnessess, Anthony J. spending quality time with her husband, children and Tuynman, 49, died peacefully in his sleep Thursday grandchildren. She was a dedicated Christian, who was actively involved in her church and a grievance support morning, Nov. 11, at his home in Luck. group for others who had lost loved ones.

Family members and friends described him as an exShe is survived by her husband, Gerald; daughters, traordinarily loving, cheerful and generous person. “Tony brought kindness to a level that I’ve never seen in a per- Melissa Anne and Amanda Kay; grandchildren, Chandler son before. No matter what problem he faced, he was al- David and Blakke Allen Nesgoda; mother, Helen Verna ways positive and encouraging. He greatly enriched my Holman; brother, Steve Bell; sister-in-law, Jane Bell, and life and the lives of thousands of others,” said a close many nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her son, Joshua David friend.

Anthony was born in St. Croix Falls. His family lived in Nesgoda, who died Jan. 6, 2005; father-in-law, Clarence Milltown and he graduated from Unity High School in Nesgoda; mother-in-law, Gertrude Nesgoda; and sisterBalsam Lake, spending more than 35 years in the min- in-law, MaryJane Nesgoda-LaFave.

Visitation will be held at the Edling Funeral Home in istry. Tuynman supported his family by working as a logger and wind generator installer. Witness ministers do not Grantsburg on Thursday, Nov. 18, from 6 – 8 p.m. The funeral will be held at the Grace Baptist Church on Friday, accept a salary.

He was a member of the Milltown congregation of Je- Nov. 19, at 2 p.m.

The Edling Funeral Home, Grantsburg, was entrusted hovah’s Witnesses and gave talks at assemblies of Jehowith arrangements. vah’s Witnesses throughout the region.

“Although he battled brain cancer for the last 18 months, I never heard Tony complain about this or anything else. He drew tremendous comfort from his faith, Dorothy M. Peterson, 81, Hertel died Nov. 12, 2010, at and he continued to share the door-to-door ministry right until the end. Talking to others about the Bible and help- St. Mary’s Medical Center in Duluth, Minn.

She was born March 30, 1929, in Dewey Township, to ing people in any way that he could was what he loved to Ernest and Rena (Mangelsen) VanSelus. She graduated do best.” a friend said.

Tony was preceded in death by his father, John Tuyn- from Shell Lake High School in 1947 and was married in Hertel on Aug. 23, 1947, to Virgil Peterson. They moved man.

He is survived by his wife, Karen; his mother, Muriel to the Twin Cities, returning to the Hertel area in 1965.

Tuynman, Milltown; children, Dillon Tuynman, Siren, After raising her children, Dorothy worked many years Daniel Tuynman, Luck, Alissa Lechleitner, Frederic, and as a home health aide for Burnett County, and later Amanda Tuynman, Luck; grandson, Becker Tuynman, served the state of Wisconsin helping the visually imLuck; sisters, Andrea Ness, Duluth, Minn., Annette Schal- paired working for the Vocational Rehabilitation Departlenberger, Frederic and Anita Christensen, Milltown; and ment of Health and Human Services.

Outside of work, Dorothy loved to garden, enjoyed brothers, Adrian Tuynman, Frederic and Arlyn Tuynman, reading and listening to many kinds of music. Together, Sierra Leone, Africa.

A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m., Sunday, Nov. she and Virgil enjoyed traveling the country and polka dancing. She had an infectious personality, was a tremen21, at Frederic High School. dous mother and caregiver who will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

She is survived by her husband, Virgil, Hertel; daughters Linda Peterson, Spooner, and Kathy (Bruce) Klassen, Chippewa Falls; brother Ernest VanSelus Jr., Shell Lake; and many nieces We can help with and nephews.

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Steven N. Skemp Steven N. Skemp, 52, Balsam Lake, died suddenly Saturday, Nov. 6, 2010, in Scottsdale, Ariz.

Steve was born May 10, 1958, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Rice Lake, to James and Jean Skemp. He graduated from Rice Lake High School in 1976, and received his Bachelor of Science in Industrial Arts from the UW-Stout in 1980. In 1980, he married Shelley Wintrone in Barron. He taught school in Lansford, N.D., from 1980 to 1987 and loved working with kids. He was proud of his accomplishments as general manager of Bishop Fixture & Millwork, Inc. In his free time, Steve enjoyed his family, friends, boating, snowmobiling, motorcycles, woodworking, hunting, fishing and “Court TV.” Steve was preceded in death by his mother, Jean; and infant sister, Diane.

He is survived by his daughter, Stacy (Nate) Hollmann of Dresser; son, Aaron (Kari Berntsen) Skemp of Milltown; father, James; brothers, Jim (Mary Jo) and Pat (Pam); sisters, Lisa Skemp, Jeanie (Gustavo) Diaz de Leon and Kayte Skemp; the mother of his children, Shelley Skemp; nieces, Tiffany, Kathleen, Kendra, Kaleena, Danica, Amanda and Katelyn; and nephews, Jimmy, Alex, Patrick and David; special grandpuppies, Lloyd, Howard, Miah, Ginger; and so many friends.

A celebration of Steve’s life was held Saturday, Nov. 13, at Grandstrand Funeral Home in Osceola. Condolences may be left at www.grandstrandfh.com. Memorials will be used for the Steve Skemp Scholarship to continue the support he has given toward high school students interested in teaching and woodworking.

The Grandstrand Funeral Home, Osceola, was entrusted with arrangements.

Marcella “Sally” J. Mattson

“Sally” Marcella J. Mattson, 79, resident of rural Luck, died Saturday, Nov. 6, 2010, at the United Pioneer Home in Luck, with her three daughters and granddaughter, Trisha, by her side.

Sally was born on March 2, 1931, to Clarence and Gladys Christensen. She grew up in a family of nine children on a farm near Cushing. On Dec. 20, 1947, Sally was united in marriage to Vern Mattson. This marriage was blessed with three daughters.

She made many acquaintances working as a bank teller for more than 30 years at Dresser and Luck.

Sally is survived by her three daughters, Kim (Jon) Erickson, Vickie (Daniel) Nyren and Sue (Darrel) Nyren; three sisters, Betty Norlander of Dresser, Ruthie Haney of Minnetonka, Minn., and Judy Norlander of St. Croix Falls; brother, Larry Christensen of Osceola; eight grandchildren, Sarah (Erickson) Hanson, Jolleen (Erickson) Nichols, Shannon Erickson, Ethan Bergstrom, Eric Bergstrom, Andrea (Nyren) Stephani, Krista (Nyren) Jensen and Trisha Nyren; six great-grandchildren, Ethan and Andrew Hanson, Alexi and Addison Stephani, Lucy and Anna Nichols.

Funeral services were held at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, North Luck, on Thursday, Nov. 11, with Pastor Rob Lubben officiating. Sally was buried next to her husband Vern at Haustrup Cemetery following the service.

As information is updated it can be found on the Web site at www.rowefh.com or by calling 715-472-2444.

Rowe Funeral Home of Luck has been entrusted with arrangements.

Maurice F. McAllister

Maurice F. McAllister, 92, a resident of Webster died Nov. 4, 2010, at his home.

Maurice was born on June 29, 1918, in Northwood, N.D. Maurice grew up in Northwood and Niagara, N.D. He married June on Jan. 10, 1940, in Osage, Iowa. They later made their home in St. Paul, Minn., where Maurice worked as tool and die maker. In 1980, Maurice retired and they moved to Webster.

Maurice enjoyed snowmobiling, fishing, hunting, traveling, listening to good music and dancing.

Maurice was preceded in death by his wife, June; his daughter, Sandra; his parents, Earl and Frances Fox; and brother, Evertt.

He is survived by his daughter, Judy (Bill) Nottingham; son, Jim (Ramona) McAllister; sister-in-law, Donna (Avery) Swope; 19 grandchildren; and 16 greatgrandchildren.

Memorial services were The family of held Thursday, Nov. 11, at Ed Patterson would like Swedberg-Taylor Family Futo express their sincere neral Home with Pastor thanks and appreciation Steve Ward officiating. to all who gave us care Music was provided by his granddaughter, Melissa and comfort with flowers, Kneebone. In lieu of flow- cards, memorials and food ers, memorials are preferred. in our time of sorrow. The Online condolences can be love we have received has made at www.swedbergshown just how many taylor.com. lives he touched.

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Lowell Milton Aasmundrud, 75, Deer Park, died unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, Nov. 14, 2010.

Lowell was born in Colfax, on April 7, 1935, and graduated from Amery High School, Class of 1953. His parents, Milton and Amelia Aasmundrud, and their family moved from Prairie Farm to Amery and farmed the land that they later sold to the Amery Public Schools where the school buildings were built. They also sold the land that is now the school forest. After high school, Lowell volunteered for the draft and served four years in the U.S. Army, specializing in telecommunications and served a year at the SHAPE Telecommunications Headquarters in Paris, France.

When he returned from service, Lowell met his beloved wife, Virginia (Johnson) of Almelund, Minn., and married on Oct. 20, 1956. They lived in St. Paul, Minn., had their first born, Jane, then had their first son, James, 11 months later. Lowell and Virginia purchased and moved onto a farm in Almelund in 1958. While Lowell worked for over 14-1/2 years with the Northwestern Bell Telephone Company, he also raised cattle, horses and sheep.

Lowell and Virginia had their second son, Joel. In 1970, Lowell and his family moved to their farm in Deer Park, where they raised dairy cattle, horses and dalmatian dogs. Lowell and Virginia had their youngest daughter, Jodi. Lowell worked as an over-the-road truck driver for many years, owned a trucking business leasing semitrucks and trailers to Friday Canning Company in New Richmond for over 11 years, owned a semi-truck/trailer repair shop in New Richmond, hauled gasoline for Mississippi Transport in Bayport, Minn., for 10 years, and most recently worked as a merchandise manager in the automotive department at the New Richmond Wal-Mart Superstore. Lowell had a generous, giving spirit. He took vacation from work to volunteer to help the flood victims in Fargo, N.D., volunteered to help the tornado victims in Siren, volunteered for several years on the church council, helped renovate the church parsonage and also participated in Habitat for Humanity projects. His name has also been memorialized on the Veterans Memorial in Clear Lake, honoring his Korean War veteran status.

He is survived by his wife, Virginia; children, Jane (Jeff) Lukas, James (Teri Rae Bacon, fiancé), Joel (Mary), and Jodi; eight grandchildren, Ryan Lukas, Robert Lukas, Kaitlyn Lukas, Kristyna Lukas, Samantha Aasmundrud, Alex Aasmundrud, Aaron Aasmundrud and Jackson Bacon; sister, Joanne (Roger) Cree; sister-in-law, Lois Aasmundrud, many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends; and his beloved pet, Hunter.

Lowell was preceded in death by his parents; younger brother, Ronald; and sister, Marilyn and her husband Lee Running.

Funeral Services will be at 11 a.m., Friday, Nov. 19, at the East Immanuel Lutheran Church, 207 120th St., Amery. A visitation will be held on Thursday, Nov. 18, from 4 to 7 p.m., at the Williamson-White Funeral Home, 222 Harriman Ave., N., Amery, as well as one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be at the East Immanuel Cemetery. Online condolences may be left at www.williamsonwhite.com. Memorials are preferred.

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Anne Mary Nykreim, 92, died at Golden Age Manor in Amery on Nov. 12, 2010.

Anne was born Feb. 25, 1918, in Georgetown, Polk County, the daughter of Louise (nee Bibeau) and Charlie Maier.

In 1939, Anne married Theodore P. Nykreim, and to this union four children were born and raised in Balsam Lake.

Anne was employed as a cook at Indian Head Lodge in Balsam Lake for 32 years. She was a member of Royal Neighbors of America, the Legion Auxiliary, Our Lady of The Pines Ladies Aid and Balsam Lake Senior Citizens. Anne’s generosity kept her active in her community, pitching in where and whenever needed. She enjoyed her family and friends, her garden, travel (she and Ted visited 48 states), card playing, cooking and attending Nykreim Family reunions each summer.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Theodore; brother, Adrian Maier; and grandson Torbjorn Nykreim.

She is survived by her children, Theodore Jr. (Thea Ann) of Stockholm, Maine, LaVonne Heydel (Jochen) of Blairstown, N.J., Charles (Noel), Issaquah, Wash., and Kermit (Beverly) Carlton, Wash.; 12 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; niece, LuAnn White of Milltown; nephew, Michael Maier of Luck; and her dear friend, Ruby Hansen of Balsam Lake.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held Tuesday, Nov. 16, at Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church in Balsam Lake with Father Drummy officiating. Anne’s cremains will be laid to rest beside her husband, Ted, at Zion Lutheran Church Cemetery in Clam Falls.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Golden Age Manor, in Amery. For further information and to sign an online guest book friends may visit www.williamsonwhite.com.

The Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Amery was entrusted with arrangements.

Dorothea M. Jensen, resident of Frederic, died Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010, at St. Croix Regional Medical Center.

She is survived by her daughters, Andrea (Thomas) Hogg, Donna (Chuck) Mattson; son, Chris (Deb) Jensen; grandchildren, Mark (Teri) Mattson, Laura (Brian) Keel, Kirsten (Jeremy) Lyson, Annie (Dave) Arrowwood, Andrew (Heidi) Hogg; Kristina (Andrew) Carigiet; 7 greatgrandchildren; brother, Marvin Andersen.

Funeral services will be held at Pilgrim Lutheran Church in Frederic on Friday, Nov. 19, at 11 a.m. Visitation will be held on Thursday evening, Nov. 18, at Rowe Funeral Home in Frederic from 4-7 p.m. The family would prefer memorials to Pilgrim Lutheran Church in Frederic in lieu of flowers.

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.

Raymond Stoklasa Raymond Stoklasa, 78, Frederic, died Nov. 14, 2010, at his home in Frederic.

Ray was born on April 8, 1932, to Albert and Anna Stoklasa (Kanakova) in Clam Falls. He grew up in the Clam Falls area attending grade school at Rocky Ridge, and Frederic in his high school years. A majority of his time was spent working on the family farm and playing baseball for Lewis. Ray was married on Aug. 16, 1952, to Ruby Videen. Three children were born to this union.

Ray was a respected businessman in the Luck area, where he ran a logging business and sawmill operation.

His greatest passion was raising and showing Arabian horses and on occasion could be seen in local parades. He was well loved in the community and had many interests including deer hunting, watching the Green Bay Packers, gardening, feeding wildlife and playing cards with friends and family. Being with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren were also a big part of his life.

He is survived by his wife, Ruby, of 58 years; his daughters, Cathy Stoklasa (Dan) of Spooner and Donna Nystrom (Dan) of Cumberland; and son, Steve Stoklasa (Lynn) of Luck; grandchildren, Tara Kuenkel (Adam), Stephanie Anderson (Michael), Erin Bergeson, John Nystrom, Justin Nystrom, Derek Nystrom, Holly Hall and Scotty Hall; great-grandchildren Braden Kuenkel, Peyton and Jack Anderson, Nicolas Bergeson and Kylie Nystrom; sisters, Helen Sauerbrey of Frederic and Edith Zillmer (Shorty) of Frederic; and many nieces, nephews, family and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents and brother Jerry Stoklasa.

Funeral services will be held at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church of North Luck, Friday, Nov. 19, 11 a.m., with Pastor Lubben officiating, with a visitation one hour before the service. Pallbearers are Ray’s great-grandchildren and honorary pallbearers are his grandchildren.

The St. Croix Valley Funeral Home of St. Croix Falls has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.

Diana K. Kelly Diana K. Kelly, 59, resident of Luck, died Sunday, Nov. 14, 2010.

She is survived by her children, Michelle (Brian) Anderson, Beth (Rob) Myers, Jessica (Joseph) Colton, Shaun (Lynzie) Kelly, Patrick Estes Jr.; significant other, Patrick M. Estes Sr.; 10 grandchildren; sisters, JoAnn Hettinger and Donna French; brother, William Greene.

Memorial services for Diana were held at the Rowe Funeral Home in Luck on Wednesday, Nov. 17.

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Ira A. Hills Ira A. Hills, 83, Webster, died Nov. 16, 2010.

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Kids learn responsibility through household chores

cantly more calories from snack foods today than they did in the 1970s. Other statistics show that half of American children snack four times a day, with some kids eating almost constantly – as many as 10 snacks a day! It’s not likely Juli Slattery that these kids are hungry that often. Researchers believe they’re simply eating the food because it’s there, almost as a form of entertainment. Obviously, when kids spend so much time snacking, they’re less likely to eat a balanced meal at breakfast, lunch or dinner.

The snacks themselves are a problem, as well. Cookies and cakes are the most popular snacks among kids, with chips and other salty items running a close second.

Children are also drinking a lot more fruit juice. That might sound good on the surface, but most of these drinks are loaded with excess sugar and are much less healthy than an actual piece of fruit.

An after-school snack isn’t a bad thing. But most people would agree that snacks are no substitute for a healthy and well-balanced meal. And of course, the snack itself should be nutritious. Parents need to make sure they’re setting a good example for their kids in this area. Don’t expect your child to be happy with an apple if you’re snacking on candy bars and soda!

••• 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, co-host of Focus on the Family, author of several books, and a wife and mother of three. Submit your questions to: FocusOnTheFamily.com. Copyright 2010 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 by reproduced or distributed electronically, in print or otherwise, without written permission of Focus on the Family.

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Q: How do I train my 2-year-old to clean up after herself? She’ll go into her sisters room and destroy Jim Daly it, and won’t help clean up unless I threaten to punish her. Then she only picks up a couple of things before getting distracted. Frankly, it’s easier for me to clean it up myself.

My older girls complain that they have to clean up but their little sister doesn’t. I know this isn’t fair, but what else do I do?

Juli: As any parent knows, the most challenging task of raising a toddler is setting boundaries. It is important to teach your daughter that she has to clean up the messes that she makes, but that might be an impossible task if the messes are too big. Part of teaching your 2year-old responsibility is not allowing her to get into trouble or messes that are too big for her to clean up.

To start with, limit her play areas. If she’s going to trash her sisters’ room, then make that room off-limits.

Keep play areas to her own room or a family room. Even in those areas, limit the number of toys she has access to at a given time. She can choose to play with the dollhouse or the blocks, but not have access to every toy in the house. Consistently ask her to clean those up immediately before she moves on to the next thing.

What she’s capable of handling is going to grow with time. The lesson of cleaning up a few toys will transfer to greater responsibility in years to come. Resist that temptation to swoop in and clean up for her. The extra time and effort now will be well worth it as your daughter grows.

••• Q: I was astonished to read how much childhood obesity is increasing. Do you have any suggestions for parents who want to help their kids avoid this health nightmare?

Jim: Rather than focusing on the obvious, like eating well-balanced meals and keeping junk food to a minimum, let’s look at something that moms and dads might tend to overlook: snack time. Every situation is different, but research suggests that on the whole, many children are simply snacking too much.

Health Affairs reports that kids are taking in signifi-

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Frederic, Wis. 715-327-4475

HAULING

• Gravel • Sand • Rock • Top Soil • Trackhoe 715-472-2717 Mobile 715-491-1861 1065 290th Ave. Frederic, Wis.

LUCK VAN METER’S MEATS

Government Inspected Slaughtering and Processing, Sausage making • Ham & Bacon Cured & Smoked Sides and Quarters of Beef and Pork Available Old-fashioned Fresh Meat Counter Tim Van Meter and Ross Anderson, Owners Luck, WI 54853 Plant 715-472-2141

Sand, Gravel, Ready-Mix, Concrete, Black Dirt, Dozer Work, Landscaping & Septic Tanks Installed Hwy. 35 North Webster, Wis. Phone 715-866-4157 M.P.R.S. #03059

SWEDBERG-TAYLOR FUNERAL HOME Webster, Wis. Phone 715-866-7131

BRUCE’S AUTO REPAIR & TOWING

• Complete Line of Building Supplies & Lumber • Cabot’s Stains Grantsburg, Wis. 715-488-2471 or 715-327-8766

BURNETT DAIRY CO-OP

Feed Mill - Grain Dept.

Cushing, Wis. 715-648-5215

WILD RIVER FLAGS Jerry & Pat Willits 2815 285th Ave. Sterling Township St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 715-488-2729

1988 World Champion Cheesemaker Earl Wilson, Cheese Plant Mgr. Clif Gipp, Ag. Supply Mgr. for Feed, Propane & Fertilizer Alpha, Wis. 715-689-2468 • 715-689-2467

SIREN OLSEN & SON

Your Full-Service Drugstore Siren, Wis. Phone 715-349-2221

D & L FINANCIAL SERVICES 10022 Elbow Lake Road Siren, Wis. 54872 715-689-2539

Wrecker - Flatbed Air Conditioning & Computerized Car Service - Cold Weather Starts Webster, Wis. 715-866-4100 Days 715-866-8364 Eves.

Any area business wishing to help sponsor the church listings should contact the Leader at 715-327-4236.

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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

Senior Pastor Bob Morton 1259 Hwy. 35 S., St. Croix Falls Sunday Worship: 9 & 11 a.m.

BIBLE FELLOWSHIP

BIBLE FELLOWSHIP

WORD OF LIFE CHURCH

Meeting in homes. Elders: Cliff Bjork, Jon Zens, 715-483-1357 and 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 Andrew Hinwood 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 Roger Kastelle 715-755-2562 1947 110th Ave., Dresser Contemporary Serv. 8:30 a.m.; Adult Ed & Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; 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, Exploring Prayer 8:45 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 3 - adult 9 a.m.; Wor. 10:30 a.m.; Fellowship 11:30 a.m.

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 Communion 1st Sun.; Wor. 9 a.m.; Sun. 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. 10:40 a.m.; Holy Communion 1st & last Sundays

FAITH LUTHERAN - GRANTSBURG

Pastor Victor St. George, 715-463-5388 Worship 9:30 a.m.; Sun. School 10:45 a.m.

FIRST EVAN. LUTHERAN

5561 Chestnut St., Taylors Falls, MN 651-465-5265 Traditional Worship 8:30 a.m.; Sunday School & Youth 9:45 a.m.; Adult Learning 10 a.m.; Contemp. Wor. 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, 715-327-8384, 715-327-8090 Interim Pastor Julie Brenden 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 - 10:45 a.m.

Communion - 1st & 3rd Sun.

LAKESIDE COMMUNITY LUTH. - ELCA CTH H, 1/2 mi. N. of CTH A & H on H Church Off. 715-635-7791 Roger Pittman, Pastor Worship Serv. 10 a.m.; Sun. School. 9 p.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. Office 715-472-2605; Home 715-472-8424 Sun. Wor. Serv. 10:30 a.m.; Mon. Wor. Serv. 6:30 p.m.

MILLTOWN LUTHERAN

113 W. Main St.. W., Phone 715-825-2453 Pastor Danny G. Wheeler 9:15 a.m. Worship ; 10 a.m. Sunday School

NEW HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH

Pastor Emory Johnson, 715-463-5700 685 W. State Road 70, Grantsburg Sun. Wor. Serv. 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 11 a.m.

NORTH VALLEY LUTHERAN

Pastor Maggie Isaacson, 715-825-3559 3 mi. W. of Milltown on “G” Sunday Worship - 9:15 a.m.

Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays

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.

ST. FRANCIS XAVIER

Pastor Father Daniel Bodin, 651-465-7345 25293 Redwing Ave., Shafer, MN Sunday 9 a.m.

ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST

Pastor Michael J. Tupa, 715-866-7321 Cedar & Muskey Ave. - Webster Mass Sun 10:45 a.m., Wed. 5:45 p.m. (SeptMay), Fri. 9 a.m. (Summer) Sat. 8:15 p.m. on Sept. 1

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC

OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN, (LCMS) WEBSTER

Cindy Glocke, Pastor, 715-866-8646 Sunday Worship - 10:30 a.m.

404 Wis. Ave., Amery, 715-268-7717 Father John Drummy, Pastor Sat. Mass 4 p.m., Sun. Mass 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Sacrament of Reconciliation Sat., 3:30 p.m. or by appt.

HOLY TRINITY UNITED METHODIST

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC

PEACE LUTHERAN - DRESSER (ELCA)

Holytrinity@wisconsinumc.org 1606 165th Ave., CTH I, Centuria Pastor Freddie Kirk, 715-485-3363 Sunday Worship - 8:30 a.m.

Pastor Gerald Heinecke Church Phone 715-866-7191 Sun. Schl. - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Wor. - 10:30 a.m.

Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays

GRACE UNITED - WEBSTER

2355 Clark Road, Dresser, WI, 715-755-2515 Web site: plcdresser.org Pastor Wayne Deloach, Intern Courtney Young Sun. Wor. 8:30 & 11 a.m., Sun. Schl. 9:35 a.m.

LAKEVIEW UNITED - HERTEL

PILGRIM LUTHERAN - FREDERIC (ELCA)

Tom Cook, Pastor Worship 8:45 a.m.; Sunday Schl. 10 a.m.

Pastor Catherine Burnette 507 Wisconsin Ave. N., 715-327-8012 Sun. Parents & Toddlers 9:15 a.m.; Sun. Wor. - 10 a.m.

Holy Communion 1st & 2nd Sundays www.pilgrimlutheranfrederic.org

REDEEMER EV. LUTHERAN

(Wisconsin Synod) Pastor Gene DeVries 200 N. Adams St., St. Croix Falls Sun. Wor. - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - 8:30 a.m.

ST. JOHN’S EV. LUTHERAN (Wis. Synod)

350 Michigan Ave., Centuria Sun. Worship - 10:45 a.m.; Sun. School - 10 a.m.

ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN - LCMC

1614 CTH B, North Luck, Pastor Rob Lubben Sunday Worship - 9 a.m.

Contact Leslie Valentine, 715-646-2390; E-mail: leslie56@centurytel.net

SHEPHERD OF THE VALLEY LUTHERAN

(Missouri Synod) 140 Madison St. South, St. Croix Falls Pastor Mark K. Schoen Sun. Service - 9 a.m.; Sun.School - 10:30 a.m.

TRINITY LUTHERAN - ELCA

10 mi. W. of Cumberland on Hwy. 48 (McKinley) - Pastor Neal Weltzin GT Office 715-857-5580, Parsonage 715-822-3001, TR Office - 715-822-3001 Wor. Serv. - 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - 10:15 a.m.

Holy Communion - 1st Sunday

TRINITY LUTHERAN LCMS, DANBURY

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 at 9 a.m.; Fellowship Bible Class at 10:15 a.m.

WEST DENMARK LUTHERAN

Pastors Mike & Linda Rozumalski 1 mi. west of Luck on N, 2478 170th St., Luck Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m.; Fellowship following service

WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN - ELCA

Rev. Rexford D. Brandt 447 180th St., Osceola, 715-294-2936 Sunday Worship 9 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 (AALC)

Pastor Gary Rokenbrodt - 715-653-2630 5 mi. E. of Frederic on W, 2 mi. south on I; Sun. School 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:30 a.m.

Communion - 1st Sunday

ZION LUTHERAN - EAST FARMINGTON (WELS )

Pastor Martin Weigand - 715-294-3489 Sun. Schl. 9 a.m.; Adult Bible Class 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:30 a.m.

ZION LUTHERAN - MARKVILLE

Pastor Tim Faust Worship - 11 a.m.; Sun. School - 10 a.m.

Holy Communion - 1st & 3rd Sunday

ZION LUTHERAN - TRADE LAKE

Interim Pastor Julie Brenden 715-327-8384, 715-327-8090 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

Pastor Jack Starr Wor. - 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - during worship hour

LEWIS MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST McKINLEY UNITED METHODIST

Pastor Annie Tricker Sun. Worship 11 a.m.; Sun. School 11 a.m.

Potluck dinner 1st Sunday

OSCEOLA UNITED METHODIST

oumc@centurytel.net 306 River Street, Osceola, 715-755-2275 Pastor Mark Gilbert Adult Class - 8:30 a.m.; Sunday School 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship - 10 a.m.; Holy Communion 1st Sunday

ST. CROIX FALLS UNITED METHODIST

Rev. Mike Weaver Sunday Worship Service - 10 a.m.

Sunday School is at 9 a.m., Nursery available

ST. LUKE UNITED - FREDERIC

Pastor Arveda “Freddie” Kirk, 715-327-4436 Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

Souper service Wed. 5:15 p.m.

SIREN UNITED METHODIST

Tom Cook, Pastor Sunday School 9 a.m.

Worship - 10:15 a.m. (Nursery available)

TAYLORS FALLS UNITED METHODIST 290 W. Government Street, 715-294-4436 Reverend Dr. Rolland Robinson Sunday Service - 10 a.m. with nursery Sunday School - Sept. - May at 10 a.m.

WOLF CREEK UNITED METHODIST

Rev. Mike Weaver Sunday Worship - 8:15 a.m.

COVENANT

COVENANT

CALVARY COVENANT - ALPHA

Pastor Scott Sagle, 715-689-2541 Sun. School 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Worship 10:30 p.m.; Elevator provided, welcome

SIREN COVENANT

Pastor Dave Guertin 7686 Lofty Pines Drive, Siren, 715-349-5601 Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday School 9 a.m.

UNITED COVENANT - CLEAR LAKE Pastor Gary Tonn Sunday School 9:00 a.m.; Worship 10:30 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 Daniel Bodin 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

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

TRADE RIVER EVAN. FREE

Pastor Dale VanDeusen, 715-488-2296 or 715-488-2653 20296 Hwy. 87, Grantsburg Morning Wor. - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - 10:45 a.m.; Nursery provided for all services

BAPTIST

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.

CHURCH OF CHRIST

CHURCH OF CHRIST

CHURCH OF CHRIST - WEBSTER

Minister Garret Derouin, 715-866-7157 Musky & Birch St., Avail. in office 9 a.m. - noon, Tues.-Fri.; Sun. Bible Study 9:30 a.m.

Worship 10:30 a.m.

WESLEYAN

WESLEYAN

WOODLAND WESLEYAN

Dairyland - Rev. Andrea Wittwer 715-244-3649 Sunday School - 10 a.m.; Worship - 11 a.m.

FULL GOSPEL

FULL GOSPEL

WOOD RIVER CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP

Pastor Dan Slaikeu 4 mi. SE of Grantsburg on Williams Rd. Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Worship 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

NAZARENE

2393 210th Ave., St. Croix Falls Pastor Willis Christenson, 715-483-9464 Sunday School - 10 a.m.; Worship 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 Pastor Charlie Butt, Lead Pastor; Nick Buda, Assoc. Pastor of Family Ministries 1st Sunday Service: 9 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.; Nursury available; Sun. School for Pre-K to 5th; Sun. School for Jr./Sr. high meet in teen center 2nd Sunday Service: 10:30 - 11:45 a.m.; Nursery available; Children’s church ages 3-4

FIRST BAPTIST - FALUN

Pastor Kevin Miller Associate Pastor Steve Ward Sunday School - (all ages) - 9:30 a.m.

Church Serv. - 10:45 a.m.

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.

ST. DOMINIC - FREDERIC & IMMACULATE CONCEPTION - GRANTSBURG CATHOLIC MASS SCHEDULE

Pastor Andy McDaniel, 715-327-8402 Sun. Schl. - 9:15 a.m.; Wor. Serv. - 10:15 a.m.; Nursery provided.; www.tradelakebaptistchurch.org

EUREKA BAPTIST

715-857-5411 Worship Service - 9 a.m.; Sunday School-10:15 a.m.

OUR LADY OF THE LAKES

Pastor Father Michael J. Tupa CTHs A & H - 715-866-7321 Crescent Lake Voyager Village area.

Mass Sun. 8:15 a.m., Thurs. 11:30 a.m.

Reconciliation as per bulletin and by appt.

TRADE LAKE BAPTIST

EAST BALSAM BAPTIST - BALSAM LK.

FIRST BAPTIST - MILLTOWN

SACRED HEARTS OF JESUS & MARY

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.

Meeting at Zion Lutheran Church, 28005 Old Towne Rd., Chisago Lakes, MN hcomm.org Sunday Worship Service 9:30 a.m.

BAPTIST

Danbury - 7586 St. Rd. 77, 715-866-7321 Pastor - Father Michael J. Tupa Mass - Wed. 5 p.m. (Summer), Fri. 9 a.m. (Sept.-May).

Reconciliation as per bulletin & by appt.

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.

LIVING HOPE CHURCH

Pastor Marlon Mielke, 715-825-3186 Sunday Schl. 9:45 a.m.; Worship 11 a.m., 7 p.m.

FIRST BAPTIST - TAYLORS FALLS, MN

FIRST BAPTIST - WEBSTER

Church Phone 715-866-4111; Interim Pastor Ken Hyatt; Youth Pastor Jerry Scheumann Sun. School - 9:30 a.m.; Wor. - 10:45 a.m (Nursery Provided)

GRACE CHURCH OF OSCEOLA “The Cure for the Common Church”

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

CENTERPOINT CHURCH “Come as you are”

Pastor Dick Enerson, www.centerpointstcroix.com, 715-294-1833, Meeting at SCF High Schl. - Main entrance 740 Maple Drive, St. Croix Falls Sunday Worship 10 - 11:15 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 Michael Brand, 715-417-2468 Adult Class 9 a.m.; Sunday School 9:45 a.m.; Worship Service 9:45 a.m.; Nursery available

NEW WINE CHURCH - CENTURIA 309 5th Street, , 715-338-2751 Pastors Randy and Pam Stone Sunday 10 a.m.; Wednesday 7 p.m.

NORTHERN PINES FRIENDS WORSHIP GROUP 715-733-0481 or 715-733-0480 for time of meeting.

INTERDENOMINATIONAL

INTERDENOMINATIONAL

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.

RIVER VALLEY CHRISTIAN

GRACE BAPTIST - GRANTSBURG

ST. PETER’S COMMUNITY CHURCH

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.

1289 160th St. (Hwy. 65), St. Croix Falls, 715-483-5378 Pastors Dan and Claudia Denissen Sunday Adult Bible Class 9 a.m.

(No child care available) Worship and Children’s Sunday Schl. 10 a.m.

“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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Students of the Week GRANTSBURG

FREDERIC

Brian Erickson has been chosen Frederic Elementary School’s student of the week. He is in third grade and the son of Lonnie and Jeanne Erickson. Brian is a great student and takes his schoolwork very serious. His favorite subject is math. Brian enjoys building things, fishing, playing soccer, kick ball and watching “SpongeBob.” His favorite food is stuffed peppers. Brian wants to be an engineer when he grows up.

Melanie Jacobsen has been chosen Frederic Middle School’s student of the week. She is in seventh grade and the daughter of Tim and Dawn Jacobsen. Melanie is an excellent art student and recognized for her projects. She is friendly and a good school citizen. Melanie baby-sits cousins, volunteers at Frontier Stables and plays volleyball, hockey and track.

She enjoys walking her dog and riding horses. She wants to become a veterinarian.

Erik Stoner has been chosen Frederic High School’s student of the week. He is a junior and the son of Steve and Terri Stoner. Erik is always wiling to help others, is a good role model and has a good work ethic. He is involved in bell choir, show choir, Forensics, drama club, before-school tutoring, football and basketball. Erik enjoys reading, listening to music and playing video games. He plans to go to school for engineering.

Jadyn Watt has been chosen Grantsburg Elementary School’s student of the week. She is in second grade and the daughter of Josh and Robyn Watt. Jadyn is always very responsible and respectful to others. She helps other people and is kind to everyone. Jadyn likes math and playing with her school friends. She loves to color, play in the snow and go to water parks all over the Midwest with her family.

Michelle Tomlinson has been chosen Luck High School’s student of the week. She is a junior and the granddaughter of Marianne and Don Tomlinson. Michelle is not afraid to express her opinions, but always in an appropriate manner. She is inquisitive, attentive and fun to have in class. Michelle is involved in FCCLA, drama, art club, dance class, volleyball, softball and is Luck’s second princess. She enjoys ice skating, swimming, snowmobiling, jet skiing, scrapbooking.

Sarah Schaar has been chosen Luck Middle School’s student of the week. She is in seventh grade and the daughter of Brian and Rebecca Schaar. Sarah is bright, a great reader and fun to have in class. She takes her academic classes seriously, yet still knows how to have fun. Sarah baby-sits and volunteers at the humane society. She is involved in softball and track. Sarah enjoys reading, knitting, shopping, swimming and fishing.

Arianna White has been chosen St. Croix Falls Elementary School’s student of the week.

She is in third grade and the daughter of Rob and Jolene White. Arianna likes to play on the glider and tire swing, to read and write. Her favorite book is “The Blue Ghost,” by Marion Bauer. When she grows up, she wants to help mothers take care of their babies and help babies be happy and healthy with good families.

Jessica Somers has been chosen St. Croix Falls Middle School’s student of the week.

She is in seventh grade and the daughter of Teresa and Dean Somers. She has one sister, Kaitlyn, and her pets include a dog and cat. Jessica likes collecting money and playing with friends outside. Her favorite subject is life science because she has an awesome teacher and it’s really fun. Jessica enjoys playing volleyball and hockey.

Alex Frey has been chosen St. Croix Falls High School’s student of the week. He is a junior and the son of Robert and Shirley Frey. Alex has a younger sister, Alyson. He enjoys running, singing, skiing, soccer, piano lessons, playing trumpet and hanging with friends. Alex is involved in 4-H, student council, drama club, slam cafe, yearbook, cross country, track, jazz band, chamber singers and CLOWNS.

WEBSTER

SIREN

Reed Ritchey has been chosen Siren Elementary School’s student of the week. She is in third grade. Reed has stayed very organized in school and always completes her work. She is kind and considerate with her classmates. Reed is always willing to help her teacher and other students. Her friendly smile and positive attitude sets a good example for everyone. Reed enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She is also involved in Girl Scouts.

Cherissa Vollendorf has been chosen Grantsburg High School’s student of the week. She is a sophomore. Cherissa not only strives to do her best, but also brings out the best in others when working in groups. She is a very hardworking, determined and motivated student.

Cherissa works at Espresso Cabin after school, and is in the Christmas play and choir. She likes to read, run, baking and music. Future plans are to attend college, but is undecided on her major.

ST. CROIX FALLS

LUCK

Britta Dueholm has been chosen Luck Elementary School’s student of the week. She is in first grade and the daughter of Eric and Amy Dueholm. Britta is a very hard worker and very helpful in the classroom. She is involved in Girl Scouts and plays soccer. Britta likes gym class and going outside to find colored leaves in the fall.

Britta also likes to play with kittens at her grandparents house. She has a younger brother at home.

Dylan Belkholm has been chosen Grantsburg Middle School’s student of the week. He is in eighth grade and the son of Felicia and Matthew Belkholm. Dylan exhibits a positive attitude every day. He has a quick mind and an enthusiasm to learn. Dylan is courteous to his peers, has terrific team-working skills and a lively sense of humor. His favorite class is FACE. Dylan loves playing football and is also active in student council and his church activities.

Hannah Skold has been chosen Siren Middle School’s student of the week. She is in seventh grade. Hannah throws herself into her work. The quality of her writing far exceeds what even the average high school student produces. This is because Hannah infuses her sentences with feeling, color and relevant situations. She reads and discusses with a keen eye. Hannah is the kind of student who has a goal in mind and works with a flurry toward that goal.

Molly Robinson has been chosen Webster Middle School’s student of the week. She is in fifth grade and the daughter of Mike and Mary Robinson. Molly is a wonderful student who works hard on all of her assignments.

She has excellent study habits and has a strong desire to succeed. Some of Molly’s many interests are reading, writing and playing percussion in the fifthgrade band.

Dana Hubbell has been chosen Siren High School’s student of the week. He has made amazing progress, not just as a student, but as a person. Dana has well-defined goals and a plan to reach those goals. He is involved with football and is a great team player and leader amongst his peers. Dana is a pleasure to have in the classroom this year and has truly applied the lessons of the past three years in a very positive way.

Oudi Weber has been chosen Webster High School’s student of the week. He is a freshman and the son of Harm and Lynda Weber. Oudi moved here from Haiti. He is learning a whole new language and works very hard. Oudi is respectful and always has a smile on his face.

He also has a great sense of humor and is full of energy. Oudi is involved in SIGN, band, track, cross country and basketball. He enjoys riding four-wheeler, shooting hoops and listening to music.

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Carter Hanson has been chosen Unity Elementary School’s student of the week. He is in fourth grade and the son of Kelley Mitchell and Matthew Hanson. Carter is doing a fabulous job this year. He has a positive, sunny attitude and is doing well in the classroom. Keep up the good work!

Payton Kelch has been chosen Unity Middle School’s student of the week. She is in fifth grade and the daughter of Doug and Angie Kelch. Payton works very hard in her classes. She is very enjoyable and respectful to others. Payton offers to help other students and she is a pleasure to have in class.

Justin McKenzie has been chosen Unity Middle School’s student of the week. He is a senior and the son of Nichole McKenzie. Justin enjoys taking classes in the agriculture department. He is involved in Skills USA and FFA. In his free time he keeps out of trouble by milking cows and hanging out with friends. Next year he plans to attend Alexandria Technical College to become a diesel mechanic.

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Coming events

Happenings in the Upper St. Croix Valley communities

Every Day, AA &/or AlAnon, Polk & Burnett counties,

THURSDAY/25

715-931-8262 for time/location.

Luck

Every Monday, Indianhead Barbershop Chorus

Every Tuesday, Bingo at the Burnett County Moose

• Free Thanksgiving Day dinner at the Bone Lake Lutheran Church, noon. Call 715-472-2535 by Nov. 22 for reservations.

Every Tuesday, Survivors of domestic violence &

• Thanksgiving dinner at the senior center. Home delivery, call 715-866-4878, noon-2 p.m.

meets at the government center, 7:30 p.m., 715-483-9202.

Siren

Lodge, Siren, 6 p.m.

sexual assault support group, Polk County, 800-2617233 for location, 6-7:30 p.m.

FRI.-SUN./26-28

NOVEMBER

Taylors Falls, Minn.

THURSDAY/18

• Lighting Festival. Grand lighting & parade Fri. 6 p.m.; craft fairs; performances; Folsum House tours; Advent vespers, www.fallschamber.org..

• Lions Bingo at Lions/DBS Hall, 5:30-8 p.m.

• American Legion & Auxiliary meeting at the village hall, 7 p.m.

• Historical society annual meeting, with program, at the library/museum, 7 p.m., 715-472-2030.

• Ruby’s Pantry at the bus garage. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. Distribution 10-11:30 a.m., www.rubyspantry.org, 310-629-7400.

Luck

SATURDAY/27 Frederic

Siren

Milltown

• Ruby’s Pantry at 24534 Hwy. 35/70. Open 1:30 p.m. Distribution 2 p.m.

• Rural Development representative at the government center. 715-635-8228, Ext. 4 for an appointment. 1-2 p.m., www.rurdev.usda.gov/wi.

• Thanksgiving chili cook-off and supper at the community center, 4-7 p.m., www.milltownkarate@gmail.com.

Siren

• Lions program and display lighting at Crooked Lake Park, 5:45 p.m.

FRIDAY/19

St. Croix Falls

• “A Christmas Carol” opens at Festival Theatre, through Dec. 26, festivaltheatre.org, 715-483-3387.

Siren

• VFW Post 1256 spaghetti dinner, 4-7:30 p.m., silent auction and bake sale, starting at 2:30 p.m.

SUNDAY/28

Taylors Falls, Minn.

Luck

• Lions Club Turkey/Ham Bingo at the Taylors Falls Memorial Community Center, 6:30 p.m.

• Holidazzle Stop & Shop at Hog Wild, 2-6 p.m.

TUESDAY/30

Webster

• Lutefisk & meatball dinner & bake sale at Lakeside Community Lutheran Church, CTH H, 5-7:30 p.m., 715635-7791 or 715-210-5275.

FRI. & SAT./19 & 20 Osceola

• Tracking Down the Treasures around town.

FRI.-SUN./19-21 St. Croix Falls

• “Nickel and Dimed” at Festival Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Fri. & Sat., 2 p.m. Sun., 715-483-3387.

SAT. & SUN./20 & 21

Luck

• Community Education Day at the elementary gym, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., 715-472-2152, Ext. 103.

The red of this cardinal stands out against the white landscape created by the weekend snowstorm. - Photo by Becky Amundson • Holiday Gifts in a Jar - jams and jellies at Peace Lutheran Church, 10 a.m.-noon.

Frederic

Grantsburg

Osceola

Centuria

• Christmas open house at the senior center, 9 a.m.3 p.m.

SATURDAY/20

• Craft/bake sale, raffle, lunch, Santa at Bone Lake Lutheran Church, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

• Hunters widow expo at Wilkin’s Resort, noon-4 p.m., 715-857-5555.

• Annual fall bazaar and bake sale at the senior center, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

• Santa-letter-writing workshop with the postmaster at the library, 1 p.m., 715-825-2313.

• Women’s Boutique & Expo at the Brickhouse Getaway, Sat. 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., www.brickhousegetaway.com.

Amery

Danbury

• Fire & rescue department’s hunters supper at the town hall. Starts at 4 p.m.

Dresser

• Fall bazaar & lunch at Bethesda Lutheran Church, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., 715-755-2562.

Luck

Milltown Siren

• Ham dinner at the Moose Lodge, 4-8 p.m.

St. Croix Falls

• Ladies Day Out at Kassel Tap, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Webster

DECEMBER

Wolf Creek

• Chili supper at the Wolf Creek United Methodist Church, 4 to 8 p.m., 715-648-5328.

• Holiday bazaar at St. Dominic Catholic Church, 8 a.m.noon.

St. Croix Falls

• Alzheimer’s Support Group at SCRMC, 1-3:30 p.m., 715-483-0579 or 715-483-0431.

SUNDAY/21 • Scandinavian holiday dinner at Association Retreat Center, noon-6 p.m., 800-294-2877, www.arc-aflc.org.

MONDAY/22 St. Croix Falls

• Polk County Genealogy Society meeting at the senior center, 7 p.m.

TUESDAY/23 Siren

• Burnett County Republican Party will meet at 7 p.m. in Room 165 in the government center, 715-463-5400.

St. Croix Falls

• Open Arms invites you for food & fellowship at Alliance Church of the Valley, 5-6:30 p.m., 715-483-1100.

WEDNESDAY/1 Frederic

• Blood pressure screening at Bremer Bank, 9 a.m.1 p.m.

THURSDAY/2 St. Croix Falls

• Year One: Bringing up Baby class at SCRMC, 6-7 p.m., 715-483-0579 or 715-483-0431.

FRI.-SUN./3-5 Danbury

• Christmas at the Fort, Fri. 4-7 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sleigh rides, food, Santa, silent auction, music and more.

Luck

• Holiday art sale, at Café Wren. Fri. & Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 715-472-4700, www.cafewren.com.

• Bake sale at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 9 a.m.1 p.m.

Nelson School Veterans Day Program

Flag bearers are Jordan Johnson, Owen Rathje, Logan Johnson and Madeline Kramer. – Photos submitted LEFT: Sharon Schmidt wore hats from the Navy, Army and Medical Corps, and showed the students military medals and a Navy canteen. Then she told stories of her father and uncles in the service of our country. Gail Jansen told stories of the Legion Auxiliary. Shown are the group posing for the photo.

RIGHT: Uncle Sam told the students and staff stories of patriotism.

Grantsburg

Veterans honored at Luck

by Mary Stirrat Leader staff writer LUCK — It has almost become cliché to make the observation that “freedom isn’t free.” On Veterans Day, above all days, it becomes apparent how true the words really are. Across the nation, Americans honored those whose service has ensured our freedom and the freedom of others around the globe. At Luck, local veterans were honored during the annual Veterans Day program, and family members of Luck students who have served or are serving in the military were given special tribute.

The program emphasized the sacrifices made by the veterans and their families, and the benefits of freedom Americans enjoy because of those sacrifices.

••• “Exactly 92 years ago,” said Luck Badger Girls State Representative Karissa Giller at the Nov. 11 program at Luck School, “on the 11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month, the gunshots that filled the battlefields of Europe were silenced, as World War I came to a close.

This little spiderman got a look at some real heroes during the Veterans Day program at Luck. Five-year-old Adam Nick, shown with his mom, Darla, is the grandson of a World War II veteran. His great-uncle retired from the Navy.

“We now recognize this day as a day of celebration, not because of the victory, but as a celebration of those who made this victory possible.”

If not for the soldiers, she said, “freedom would still only be an impossible dream.” Instead, because of the soldiers, “we no longer live in a world of fear.”

Time has passed and we have different enemies now, said Giller, but the soldier remains unchanged. “Their unyielding selflessness and fierce courage have stood the test of time,” she said, “and will continue on into the next generation of brave men and women who serve our nation.

“Even though the battles, leaders and weapons may change, the ultimate goal is still the same: to shape a nation that is safe and prosperous for generations to come.”

Freedom is earned, said Giller, and it was earned by the veterans. “With the weight of an entire nation on their shoulders, they proudly marched into battle,” she said. “They sacrificed their lives, that others may live.”

Giller quoted Winston Churchill, who told the world that the policy was to wage war by all possible means against a “monstrous tyranny never surpassed in the dark, lamentable catalogue of human crime.” The aim, said Churchill, is nothing short of complete victory.

Thanking both the veterans who served our country in the past, and those who are serving right now, Giller said that their sacrifices will not be taken for granted.

“This country will never forget what you have done for us,” she said.

Kyle James, Luck Badger Boys State Representative, also spoke of the sacrifices made by our servicemen and women.

“We often take our lives for granted,” James said, adding that some of us don’t stop to think about how it came to be that we have the freedoms we take for granted.

“The veterans here know exactly what it took to gain that freedom,” said James.

“It took lives and livelihoods, it took mothers and fathers away from their children. In some cases it took everything they had.”

Families of veterans, he pointed out, sacrifice for the good of the country and for the generations to come.

“The youth here today,” said James, “is the future. As the future leaders of this country, we all need to do our part, and in the very least give our gratitude to those doing the job we cannot.”

Each veteran, he said, whether or not

Veterans exited the gym at Luck through a tunnel made by members of the senior class. At left is Edwin Pedersen, and at right is Eiler Ravnholt. they saw battle, is a hero.

James recited a poem by Joanna Fuchs titled, “They Did Their Share,” which includes the lines, “No matter what the duty, for low pay and little glory, these soldiers gave up normal lives, for duties mundane and gory.”

Fuchs encourages everyone to honor veterans without letting politics get in the way. “We owe so much to them,” the poem continues, “who kept us safe from terror, so when we see a uniform let’s say ‘thank you’ to every wearer.”

••• The third-grade Cub Scouts gave two recitations, and tap dancers dressed in the colors of the United States flag performed several routines.

Under the direction of Janet Holdt, students in second through fifth grade sang a selection of patriotic music. The anthem for each branch of the armed services was sung, and those in the audience who served in each were asked to stand.

The junior/senior high band, directed

by Jennifer Gilhoi, performed several selections, with an alto saxophone solo by David Franzel.

In a moving tribute to Luck students family members who have served or are serving in the military, pictures of those family members were shown on a screen while the song, “Homeward Bound” was played.

The program ended with the traditional

Luck Boy Scouts presented the colors to begin the 2010 Veterans Day program. At left is Seth Holm, with Lance Lindvall behind. At right is Parker Steen. In back is Scout leader Dan Valentine. senior salute, with students in the graduating class forming a tunnel through which the veterans left the gymnasium.

Luck Vets Day

Third-grade Cub Scouts recited two poems, “Veterans Day” by Cheryl Dyson and “The American Hero” by Roger Robicheau. Not in order are Brandon Linder, Grayden Herschfield, Ben Smith, Levi Jensen, Tim Thompson, Dominic Caroon and Gage Johansen.

ABOVE: Luck Elementary School students help with the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance at last week’s Veterans Day program in Luck.

LEFT: Luck Scouts Color Guard presents the colors for the Veterans Day program at Luck Schools. – Photo by Greg Marsten Luck’s junior and senior high band, under the direction of Jennifer Gilhoi, paid tribute to veterans through a selection of patriotic songs.

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Buck of a lifetime It’s like seeing a loon while ice fishing in mid-January or finding $1 million in the walls of an old house for the vast majority of those looking for a trophy white-tailed deer.

Marty Very few hunters will Seeger ever see a truly giant white-tailed buck except on the covers The of popular hunting Bottom and magazines behind high fences.

Line This type of deer comes around once in a lifetime, and are considered Holy Grail for trophy white-tailed deer hunters. And even though many hunters aren’t after a trophy, they’d be lying if they told you a huge buck hadn’t made a pass through their brain – at least once – while they slept.

“Think about how many times you get a big buck on camera and spend the season dreaming about him, only to never even get close to getting him.

Well, this time, that dream finally came true,” said longtime friend Neil Bygd, while admiring a nearly 200-inch whitetail Monday afternoon. He’d arrowed the buck on Halloween, and found him late Monday, Nov. 1, morning.

Neil and a select few knew about the buck since he captured it on trail camera pictures over the summer, and from that moment on the deer polluted his mind with excitement and gave those of us that knew about it a sense of jealousy, but a serious sense of willingness to offer any advice we could on how to get him.

Since August, when the first trail photos emerged and into late October, the wary buck moved only after dusk and well before dawn, showing up at mineral licks and various stand locations at or around midnight near the property Neil owns in northern Dunn County.

While other area landowners knew about the buck, very few talked about seeing the deer or even that it existed at

Dear Wisconsin hunter,

Welcome to the 2010 hunting season!

Hunting not only enables you to do something you love, it also strengthens Wisconsin’s great conservation legacy.

To pass on that legacy, consider taking advantage of the new mentored hunter program to teach somebody to hunt who’s never hunted before. This program, initiated in 2009, has already been a great success, as thousands of people were introduced to hunting for the first time.

Herds in many deer management units are near established deer population goals. Deer population goals and management objectives consider all of the positive values of deer and their

Shooting a buck that grosses nearly 200 inches is a rare and nearly impossible feat for most hunters, but dreams can come true. This 15-pointer was taken by Neil Bygd on Halloween. – Photo by Marty Seeger

One of the first of many trail photos of the 16-pointer, which turned into a 15-pointer after breaking one of its many tines off in battle just a week before Neil Bygd harvested his trophy. – Photo courtesy of Neil Bygd all. There were several other deer in the area that anyone would consider a trophy as well, yet Neil had in mind that he’d only hunt this one particular buck, and nothing else.

Eventually, after a few more trail pictures, we came to the conclusion that Neil possessed the shed antlers from

the same buck. Last spring I had written a column about the find, and neither of us could believe it was the same deer. In one year it had nearly doubled in size.

When bow hunting opened in September, Neil hunted smart, played the wind, limited his movement on certain

impacts on habitat, other animals and people, and also include long-term sustainable hunting opportunities.

For 2010, herd growth is the primary objective for 18 deer management units in northern Wisconsin (see pages 28 and 29 in the Wisconsin Hunting Regulation booklet) with buck-only regulations for most gun and archery hunters in these units.

Your time in the woods is valuable; not only to us but also in helping keep an eye on the herd and other Wisconsin wildlife. 2009 was the first year for an online deer hunter survey, where hunters were able to directly report their observations of deer and other wildlife.

Over 20,000 hunter reports were received! This online reporting system

is in direct response to hunter requests wanting to be involved in tracking Wisconsin’s deer herds. It will take several years of data to create reliable indixes.

Thanks to you we’re off to a great start.

No matter where you hunt in Wisconsin, we want to hear from you. Please visit our Wisconsin DNR Web site (dnr.wi.gov) and your online deer report by searching for the “Deer Hunter Wildlife Survey.”

2010 also marks the first year of the most ambitious deer research projects ever attempted in Wisconsin. These projects will be completed through a partnership between the DNR, the University of Wisconsin, and a whole host of deer and wildlife conservation organizations across our state. The research will

areas of the property and continued to check trail cam photos to try and pinpoint a pattern. As late October approached, the buck began moving closer and closer to daylight hours, and legal shooting light, but it wasn’t until Oct. 31, after several hours on the stand during the right hunting conditions, and only after electing to let several other large bucks walk by, the giant finally presented itself.

Neil spent much of Sunday with family, celebrating his daughter Lauren’s first birthday. He wasn’t even sure he wanted to hunt that evening, but went anyway, and at around 5 p.m., while taking a little nap, he heard crashing in the woods to the south. After just a few loud grunts, the buck came crashing toward the center of a picked bean field.

“Actually, I was really calm,” Neil said, knowing that this would be his only shot.

“I remember saying to myself, ‘make it count,’” he said, and he released the arrow.

While the first shot on the buck was fatal, a group of five people spent a good portion of Sunday night tracking the deer before making the decision to back out and look for the deer the next morning. Neil and his father-in-law eventually tracked and located the buck late Monday morning. It was a long, grueling job getting the deer the following day, but persistence paid off in the end.

After doing a rough score on the deer on Monday evening using official score sheets from the Pope and Young Club, the buck grosses 195 inches. Unfortunately, a tine had been broken off the buck’s left main beam between Oct. 2628, most likely while sparring with another buck. The broken tine would have measured 10 or more inches, judging by trail camera photos, and probably would have pushed the deer over 200 inches.

“I don’t care,” Neil said. “I’ll probably never shoot another one like this again.”

While most of us, will never have this kind of success, it's nice to know that bucks like these continue to exist, and it certainly gives the average hunters, that simply love to hunt, the hope or dream of someday shooting the buck of a lifetime. examine buck mortality and fawn predation rates and increase our understanding of the state’s most popular game species. If you want to learn more about this historic effort or are interested in helping, please visit our “Investing in Wisconsin Whitetails” Web page for more information.

Thank you. Don’t forget to make safety your first priority and have an enjoyable hunt.

Jason Fleener Assistant big game biologist – taken from the 2010 Wisconsin Deer Hunting Regulations

Burnett and Polk counties deer registration stations BURNETT/POLK COUNTIES – Deer registration stations for 2010 in Burnett and Polk counties are:

Hertel Hwy. 70 Liquor, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. daily.

Burnett County A&H A & H Country Market, open daily 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Siren Big Mike’s Sport Shop, Sunday - Thursday 7 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 7 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Backwoods Beer & Bait, Monday – Sunday - 7 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Danbury The Log Cabin, Sunday - Thursday 6 a.m. - 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 6 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Trade Lake Trade Lake Valley Store, opening weekend 5:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.; all days following 7 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Grantsburg Crex Meadows (DNR Station), opening Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Holiday Store, 4:30 a.m. - midnight daily.

Webb Lake The Main Store, daily 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Webster Connor’s Marathon Service Station, daily 7 a.m. - 7 p.m..

Polk County Amery Lucky’s Sport Shop, daily 6 a.m. - 6 p.m., open Thanksgiving.

Balsam Lake Pap’s General Store, daily 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., Thanksgiving 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Clam Falls Clam Falls Tavern, opening weekend 9 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.; Thanksgiving Day 9 a.m.

- 3 p.m.

Clayton Lake Magnor Store, daily 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Thanksgiving 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Cushing Stop-a-Sec, daily 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., Thanksgiving, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

East Farmington Petro-Plus, daily 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., Thanksgiving 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Frederic Great Northern Outdoors, Monday Saturday 7 a.m. - 7 p.m., Sunday 7 a.m. 4 p.m., Thanksgiving 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Milltown Northbound Sports and Liquor, Monday - Saturday 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., Sunday 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Thanksgiving Day 8 a.m. noon.

St. Croix Falls St. Croix Outdoors, 7 a.m. - 7 p.m., closed Thanksgiving; Jorgas Food Mart, daily 7 a.m. - 9 p.m., open Thanksgiving.

– from the DNR

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Mentored Hunting Law continues to grow in second year MADISON – With the fall hunting seasons in full swing, now is the time hunters can help secure the future of their tradition and introduce someone to hunting by taking advantage of Wisconsin’s Mentored Hunting Law. “Mentored hunting is a great way for families to involve their kids in family gatherings and in Wisconsin’s greatest hunting tradition. Participation continues to grow especially among 10- and 11year-olds with gun deer license sales in this age group up 26 percent over this date last year,” said Department of Natural Resources Secretary Matt Frank.

“Wisconsin hunters can be proud of the rapid growth and spotless safety record of our mentored youth hunt — and of their own personal effort to grow the next generation of Wisconsin hunters and conservationists.”

Kids with a mentored hunting license and a mentor can participate in the special youth hunts for deer, waterfowl and turkey. These special hunts take place the weekend before the general hunting seasons open for popular species, allowing youths the opportunity to hunt under

generally milder weather and with the complete with attention of their adult mentor.

In 2009, the first year of the program, more than 12,000 new hunters participated under the mentored hunting program.

Ten thousand of these hunters were kids age 10 or 11, who also are entitled to purchase the various types of hunting licenses at a reduced rate of $7.

Key to the Mentored Hunting Law are safety provisions and a focus on a one mentored hunter to one mentor pairing.

Only one firearm or bow is allowed between the two, and the new hunter must be within arm’s reach of the mentor at all times. Mentors may not hunt if it is a designated youth hunt weekend but may hunt if they have the appropriate license during a regular season. The pair still may only carry one bow or firearm between them and must remain within arm’s reach at all times. All normal hunting rules are in effect in regard to open seasons, firearm restrictions and bag limits.

Wisconsin’s Mentored Hunting Law provides an opportunity to experience

hunting under carefully controlled conditions designed to provide a safe experience. If the hunting bug bites, the new hunter can dig in and complete a hunter education safety course, allowing them to hunt on their own starting at age 14.

After the mentored hunt People born after Jan. 1, 1973, must complete a hunter education course before they can hunt on their own. Courses are often in high demand, and this can present a scheduling barrier to getting started in hunting especially for some busy families. The mentored hunt allows anyone over 10 years of age to experience hunting with a trusted mentor who is already a licensed hunter until the time they can complete a hunter education course.

Requirements for mentors To serve as a mentor, a person must be at least 18 years old, have a hunting license and be a hunter education course graduate or have completed basic training with U.S. Armed Forces, if born on or after Jan. 1, 1973. The mentor and the

mentored hunter must be within arm’s reach at all times and may only carry one gun or one bow between them. The mentor, if not the youth’s parent or legal guardian, must also have the permission of the youth’s parent or legal guardian to accompany the youth.

“Mentored hunting has proven to be a safe and rewarding experience for both the new hunter and the mentor,” said Todd Schaller, conservation warden and chief of the Department of Natural Resources recreational safety programs.

“The smiles on the faces of the kids who have watched and listened to the hunting stories told by their older brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles and parents and who now have a hunting story of their own are priceless. It is an important first step to becoming a responsible hunter and conservationist at a time when kids are very impressionable and are beginning to get a feel for the activities they will pursue as adults.”

For more information contact Todd Schaller at 608-267-2774. – from the DNR

2010 deer gun season hunter reminders SPOONER – The following reminders will help ensure all hunters and nonhunters have a safe and enjoyable 2010 deer gun season: Carcass disposal – Tossing animal carcasses on state or other public lands is littering and subject to fines. Hunters should get rid of deer carcasses either far off-road on private lands (with landowner permission) or through their local garbage disposal company.

Shooting/hunting on roads can be a deadly practice - Road hunting leads to trespass and safety problems and reflects poorly on the majority of hunters who hunt ethically and responsibly. Vehicles, people, homes and other buildings concentrate near roads mak-

ing an accident more likely to happen from a rifle shot. Knowing your target and what is beyond is more critical when a road is nearby. To be legal, hunters must be at least 50 feet from the center of the roadway.

A public road is any road shown on an official Department of Transportation County Highway map. Maps showing county highways may be obtained at DOT offices. Another important aspect of hunting concerns the ethical pursuit of game. Unless the hunter is physically handicapped and unable to get into the field, hunting is an activity that must be done in the woods, marshes and fields.

Timber theft - Each year public and

private landowners discover the loss of firewood or Christmas trees after the deer gun season. County and federal property owners provide permits to cut firewood and Christmas trees. The permits cost only a few dollars and can be picked up at most county forest administrator offices and forest service stations. Written permission to remove timber for firewood or Christmas trees should be obtained from the private landowner. Timber theft carries a hefty fine.

Hunting from moving vehicles Hunting from any moving vehicle is against the law, unsafe and is an unethical way to hunt. Each year conservation wardens cite hunters for having

uncased and loaded guns on their allterrain vehicle, snowmobile or fourwheel-drive truck. A loaded gun in a vehicle is an accident waiting to happen. Play it safe and maintain the integrity of the sport by unloading and casing any firearm before a vehicle is under way.

Baiting - Each hunter may hunt with two gallons of bait. If you need the full explanation of the baiting laws, read the deer regulations handbook. There are some counties that baiting is prohibited.

Marathon County is one of these. – from the Wisconsin DNR

DNR reminds hunters to consider venison donations MADISON – The Wisconsin Venison Donation Program and its affiliates, Hunt for the Hungry and Target Hunger along with more than 140 participating meat processors, are ready to accept and distribute extra venison donated by hunters. A list of participating meat processors is available on the Department of Natural Resources Web site.

In this, the program’s 11th year, there are participating meat processors in 65 of Wisconsin’s 72 counties. In 10 years, hunters have donated more than 73,000 deer providing 3.3 million pounds of venison to food pantries across the state.

The Burnett County Land and Water Conservation Department and the Polk County Land and Water Resources Department are excited to announce again this year that they will be involved in the Wisconsin Deer Donation Program for 2010.

Hunters may donate any legally harvested deer by following these simple steps:

1. Field dress and register the deer at a WI DNR registration station prior to donating.

2. Contact a participating Processor to assure their hours of operation and to verify they have space available at any of these following Processors: Participating processors in Polk and Burnett Counties Van Meter’s Meats, 715-472-2141, 407 S. Main Street, Luck Swank’s Meats, 715-483-3386, Hwys 8 and CTH Y, St. Croix Falls Amery Meat Market, 715-268-7515, 116 Central St, Amery Lock & Load, 715-488-2931, 21125 E. River Road, Grantsburg 3. The entire deer must be donated to receive free processing (head & antlers may be kept for mounting purposes).

4. Donors must sign a log sheet provided by the processor indicating their desire to donate the deer.

Once the deer has been donated it is then processed into ground venison and given to participating Food Pantries

New fifirrewood rule STATEWIDE – Firewood brought onto state-managed lands must not come from more than 25 miles away.

Details can be found online at:

dnr.wi.gov/invasives/firewood/ or by phone at 877-303-WOOD (9663). – taken from the 2010 Wisconsin Deer Hunting Regulations

Have a safe, rewarding and enjoyable deer hunting season.

located throughout Burnett & Polk Counties. (Local listing of pantries available).

A statewide listing of processors is available on the Wisconsin DNR website at www.dnr.wi.gov This program has been overwhelmingly successful in providing meat on the table to many less fortunate families right here in our local communities. We are very thankful to the Hunters, the Processors and the Wisconsin DNR for

making this program happen over the last 11 years.

This program is funded by the Wisconsin DNR’s Wildlife Damage Abatement & Claims Program and Hunter Donations.

Questions regarding this program may be referred to Cindy Blonk with the Burnett County Land and Water Conservation Department at 715-349-2186. submitted

Field dressing a deer in easy steps STATEWIDE – The following are 10 easy steps to field dress a deer, according to an outdoor editor of the St. Paul Pioneer Press: • Lay animal on its back, head uphill.

• Pinch animal’s belly skin with thumb and index finger. Lift skin and insert knife, sharp side up. While holding belly skin up with two fingers, work knife forward to brisket. Here you have a choice. Stop at brisket or continue cutting to throat, breaking brisket with your heavy-duty knife as you go. If you must drag the deer a long distance, you might opt to keep chest cavity closed and clean.

• Skin out penis and urinary tract, working back toward anus, careful not to cut organs.

• Laying penis and urinary tract to side, move to rear of animal and insert knife alongside anus completely circling it until loose. (If a friend is helping, have him hold rear legs up and apart).

• Cut muscle between rear legs,

down to “H” bone, which connects rear legs at bottom, for easier disposal of entrails. If you don’t have proper equipment, splitting of H-bone isn’t necessary.

• Moving forward again, cut and skin out diaphragm, which is the taut skin separating chest from abdomen.

• Then, with one arm, reach deep into chest cavity toward throat and cut esophagus as far up throat as possible.

Grab and pull esophagus downward, toward abdomen. Upper entrails will follow.

• Turning animal to one side, continue pulling. Intestines will follow. If Hbone has been broken, rectum will pull out with intestines. If H-bone has not been broken, rectum must be pulled forward toward intestines before disposal.

• Retrieve heart and liver, if desired.

• Deer has now been field dressed.

Turn it over to allow blood to drain.

Wipe inside with rag. - submitted

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Wisconsin's nine-day regular gun deer season open Nov. 20 MADISON – Wisconsin’s regular nine-day gun deer hunting season opens Saturday, Nov. 20, and runs through Sunday, Nov. 28. State wildlife officials say that while herd control has been the primary statewide focus over the last decade – and remains so in areas of the state this year – herd growth is actually the primary objective throughout much of northeast Wisconsin for 2010.

Following a review of population goals that included extensive public input and legislative review, deer population goals were increased in 43 units this year. The end results are season structures and permit levels that will be aimed toward a more conservative antlerless harvest, according to Keith Warnke, deer and bear ecologist with the Department of Natural Resources.

As a result, this year nearly half of the state’s deer management units are under a regular season structure, and 19

of those units – primarily in far northeastern Wisconsin – are under a buckonly season structure. In regular units hunters may only shoot an antlered deer with their regular license, unless they purchase an additional unit-specific antlerless permit if they are available for that unit.

Roughly the other half of DMUs remain under a herd-control structure because the population of those units is estimated to be 20 percent or more over established population goals. In herd control units, hunters may shoot an antlered deer with their deer hunting license and may shoot an antlerless deer with the free herd-control antlerless permit that comes with their license in any herd control unit.

There are 22 units in southern Wisconsin in the chronic wasting disease management zone that will again have unlimited Earn-A-Buck regulations intended to meet deer population goals

and disease management objectives. In these units, a hunter must first shoot an antlerless deer during a 2010 open season such as the archery deer or October antlerless seasons or have an unused 2009-2010 buck harvest authorization sticker to shoot an antlered deer.

In 2009, more than 635,000 licensed hunters registered a statewide harvest of approximately 330,000 deer. This fell well short of Wisconsin’s previous fiveyear annual harvest average of 492,000 deer. Several contributing factors resulted in a reduced harvest, but a reduced deer population and a reduction in antlerless harvest are thought to have played the biggest roles. A reduced annual harvest is also a sign that deer populations across the state are nearing management goals.

“The elimination of Earn-A-Buck outside of the CWD management zone last year also allowed all hunters to take bucks and pass on antlerless deer.

Hunters who will be hunting in former Earn-A-Buck units may notice an increase in the number of antlerless deer and fewer mature bucks this year,” Warnke said.

Regardless of statewide or DMU level deer populations and expectations, Warnke says that deer abundance on a single property or local level often does not reflect deer population trends on the larger scale. Preseason scouting and discussions with local neighbors will give hunters a better expectation of the hunt in their local hunting area.

“Autumn is beautiful and fleeting.

For hunters, this is the best time of year.

For many, the preparations for hunting – setting up stands, scouting for promising trees, looking for deer sign, practicing marksmanship – are a big part of enjoying the season.” – from the DNR Web site

New Web page tracks deer research projects STATEWIDE – Staying on top of developments and progress in Wisconsin’s $2 million investment in deer research is only a mouse-click away at a new “White-tailed deer research projects” page on the Department of Natural Resources Web site. On this page you can register for updates, using the link on the right side of the page.

When the White-tailed Deer Research Projects page is updated, subscribers will receive an e-mail alerting them to new information posted on the page.

The project page will keep subscribers

up to date on four research efforts designed to improve the accuracy of estimating Wisconsin’s deer population and gain a better understanding of population trends. The projects were requested by hunters and a scientific review panel of North American wildlife experts.

Volunteers are already stepping up to help with the work. The Marshfield chapter of Whitetails Unlimited has already constructed approximately 50 box-style deer traps. The traps will be used to tag and/or collar deer as part of

the predation study.

By early fall, DNR expects that members of the pipe fitters and sheet metal workers unions of the AFL-CIO will be gearing up to build a second type of deer trap, one that requires some metalfabrication skills as part of the AFLCIO’s Boots on the Ground program.

Boots on the Ground is an effort to link skilled labor with needed conservation projects.

Researchers from the DNR, the UWMadison Department of Wildlife Ecology, UW’s Applied Population Laborato-

ry and the UW-Stevens Point are all involved in parts of the research. The Wisconsin Conservation Congress and Whitetails Unlimited are also involved in the effort. Additional volunteers are needed to participate in deer capture, placing radio collars on captured deer and monitoring survival status and seasonal movements of collared deer.

For more information contact Christopher Jacques, DNR research scientist, 608-221-6358. – from the DNR Web site

Regional deer season forecast for the Northern region

by Mike Zeckmeister STATEWIDE – Overall, this last Wisconsin winter was classified as a mild winter, with a few exceptions, and was a good one from the white-tailed deer perspective. We had a fair amount of cold days, but the really deep snowfalls were lacking. The DNR quota recommendations reflect these conditions. The mild winter and zero quotas in many of the eastern units will allow rebuilding of the herd in these areas. In those few units with severe winters (deer management units 2, 3, 4, 6) herd growth rates were adjusted accordingly and quota recommendations were lowered in these units due to winter.

We also had a very mild and early spring. This was due to warm winter temperatures and generally shallow frost levels and not much snow. This

allowed for an early green-up which is absolutely critical for deer coming off the winter. This past spring was almost a complete opposite of the 2007-08 spring that was considered detrimental for deer because spring green-up occurred late.

sure the herd does not exceed the natural carrying capacity of the land in many other DMUs in the north. This is why we have a real mix of season structures and antlerless deer quotas in northern Wisconsin for the 2010 deer season.

Status of the herd

There are 15 DMUs in the Northern Region where the gun quota recommendation will be zero. This recommendation was formed based on input we received in the March herd status meetings. In many of these zero-quota DMUs, we could have had a small quota that would still allow herd growth. However, those in attendance at these meetings supported a zero quota. Zero-quota units in NOR included DMUs 7, 13, 28, 29A, 29B, 34-39, 4244 and 52.

There are 24 DMUs that have a range of quotas from 100 to 2,600. Based on long-term harvest history, we can trim the antlerless portion of the herd with a traditional season structure in these DMUs. There are seven DMUs that will be in the herd control season structure,

We are seeing the results of the reduced recruitment from the 2007-09 spring in a smaller 2-year-old age class.

The 2010 age class will be an entirely different story. Many fawns were born earlier in spring this year. These fawns are really getting a head start to get ready for the next winter. This will help with overwinter survival and future production. This will give a real boost in DMUs where we are rebuilding the herd. It also gives us caution to make

Blaze orange the color for the season with a reason SPOONER – Blaze orange clothing in the outdoors demands attention. For safety’s sake outdoor enthusiasts who recreate in the fall should have blaze orange jackets, vests or hats in their apparel closet.

During certain hunting situations, like October and December antlerless gun deer hunts or the gun deer season, all hunters including archery and smallgame hunters are required to wear blaze orange. Over the years the Wisconsin gun deer hunter has been conditioned to look for this color, and any other colors moving through the brush are suspect game.

“Even though the No. 1 rule of hunting is know your target, each year we have hunters wearing dirty blaze orange, or half camouflage blaze orange or nonorange clothing that are shot

because they are mistaken for game,” said Conservation Warden Dave Zebro.

Anyone afield during our gun deer hunts, including loggers, hikers, waterfowl hunters, and others should wear blaze orange, he said.

Wearing at least 50-percent blaze orange above the waist, including a hat, has been law since 1980. The color was chosen following field tests that proved blaze orange was seen best in all light and brush conditions.

“While archery and small-game hunters must wear blaze orange during the deer hunts,” Zebro said, “we urge all outdoor users going afield during those times to wear the color to ensure a safe outing.” And, he added, dirty and soiled blaze orange should be washed to retain its bright, observable color. – from the Wisconsin DNR

2010 season

DMUs 1M, 8, 11, 12, 15, 16 and 21. This season recommendation will allow increased downward pressure on the herd, especially considering the mild winter and early spring where we should see increased recruitment. The traditional bucks plus quota season structure would not exert sufficient pressure in these units based on past unit history. In addition, many of these DMUs are productive units where they have the potential for rapid population increase.

This may be easier said than done, but gun deer hunters who had an unpleasant experience during the nine-day gun season need to look forward, not backward. We had many factors that contributed to not seeing deer during the 2009 season. In some parts of the north it is apparent that deer were simply not there in numbers we were all accustomed to. Hopefully we will have more normal hunting conditions ahead of us.

Our quota and season recommendations combined with really good spring recruitment will only give us all much to look forward to.

Reporting a hunting incident MADISON – Any person involved in an incident in which a person is injured by a projectile fired from a firearm, or an arrow fired from a bow or crossbow while hunting or trapping must first render necessary assistance and then immediately report the incident to the local warden, sheriff or police.

In addition, every person involved in a hunting accident must render a written report to the DNR within 10 days.

Wisconsin law requires a person who, while hunting any wild animal or bird, discharges a firearm or arrow, and injures or kills another person, to do the following:

1. Provide his/her name and address to the other person, 2. Render assistance to the other person, 3. Obtain immediate medical or hospital care, and 4. Report the accident without delay to law enforcement officials.

5. In addition, every person involved in a hunting accident must render a written report to the DNR within 10 days.

Failure to comply with the above requirements is punishable by a penalty up to $5,000 or imprisonment not more than one year, or both. – from the DNR Web site

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Otters chase deer too White oak leaves occasionally nicked the side of my head on another November day in the deer stand.

Most of trees were vacant of any foliage yet the northwest wind seemed poised to Marty knock any remaining Seeger leaves to the forest floor. The breeze was considerably bitter The compared to the day before, when temperaBottom tures were in the mid30s in the morning and Line mid-40s throughout the afternoon. Friday, Nov. 5, featured temps in the low 20s, and it had already been a horrible start to the morning.

A deer alerted the entire area on my

way to the stand with a series of snorts that could be heard for miles. Leaves swooshing with every step didn’t help either, but I reluctantly pressed on, hoping I hadn’t ruined the morning hunt.

Only an hour passed before the chill started settling through nearly 10 layers of hunting clothes, but a shot of warmth rushed in as the sun glared over the horizon, and a doe filtered through the prickly ash just 30 yards from my tree. In the faint distance, a series of grunts could be heard but I couldn’t yet see the buck that had an obvious interest in the doe.

As short, low grunts grew near I caught the first glimpse of his heavy, chocolate-colored rack where frost had settled throughout the night. It seemed to glisten like a halo off the sunlight, and appeared dreamlike as he held his nose tight to the ground. I drew my bow, hoping for an opening, but in less than a minute, he was gone for good. Not even my imitation grunts, bleats or snort wheezes could turn him back, but the experience made the hunt a success

overall.

On the evening before I had a similar experience with another nice buck that sported an unmistakable pearly white rack, an 18-inch spread and at least 9 points. He caught me off guard and snuck in behind me. Several attempts to stop him were unsuccessful, yet on a last try he gave me a broadside shot at under 30 yards. After settling my sight on the target, I let an arrow fly and ticked a tree limb slightly smaller than a No. 2 pencil, and it sent the arrow far to the right. The buck continued on as if nothing happened.

Over the course of about four days and several hours on stand, countless deer were observed including smaller bucks, does, fawns and other wildlife.

One evening, a barred owl perched less than 50 yards from my tree and caused panic with the area squirrel population, and at one point appeared to have me on his menu. I waved my arms quickly and eventually sent him to another area to hunt. Normally, a barred owl wouldn’t

The lowdown on lead STATEWIDE – Discovery of tiny fragments of lead in hunter-harvested venison has turned up the volume on discussions in hunting, wildlife-health and human-health circles over alternatives to lead ammo and safer venison processing. Lead shot is already banned for waterfowl hunting and is banned for dove hunting on state-owned lands in Wisconsin.

While no evidence documents human lead poisoning from venison consumption, health officials agree that the risk is not low enough to ignore.

Lead’s effect on wildlife is well documented. A study in Wisconsin of mortality in trumpeter swans (1991-2007) found that 36 of 143, about 25 percent, of swan deaths were due to lead poisoning. A similar study of bald eagle

mortality (2000-2007) found that 91 of 583, almost 16 percent, of bald eagle deaths were attributed to lead exposure.

Furthermore, a noticeable increase in the percentage of bald eagle fatalities attributed to lead toxicity began in October and peaked in December. This pattern overlaps with the hunting seasons in Wisconsin, suggesting lead ammunition could be a major source of lead exposure in eagles.

There are many alternatives to lead ammo these days, say wildlife officials.

In addition, hunters can take extra precautions in butchering their venison, which may reduce their family’s exposure to lead at the dinner table. - from the DNR Web site

Hunters reminded to submit nominations for Ethical Hunter Award EAU CLAIRE – With the traditional gun deer hunt fast approaching, and bow hunters already out in force, conservation wardens are asking folks to keep the 14th-annual Wisconsin Ethical Hunter Award in mind.

Nominations will be open through Dec. 15 this year. The award presents an opportunity to acknowledge the admirable qualities hunters bring to the field each autumn. Typically, the award celebrates selfless behavior, whether that means helping a stranger in trouble or making private lands available to new or disadvantaged hunters. If something a hunter does impresses you, please consider a nomination.

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The ethical hunting act must have taken place in Wisconsin during the 2010 calendar year.

Written nominations should contain the name, address and telephone number of the witness or witnesses to the behavior that lead to the nomination.

Written nominations should be sent to Warden Supervisor Steve Dewald at the Department of Natural Resources, 3550 Mormon Coulee Road, La Crosse, WI 54601 before Wednesday, Dec. 15, a deadline that is earlier than previous years. – from the DNR Web site

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Every opportunity spent afield lends something new, but some experiences can leave a bow hunter bewildered. On one of my first outings last week a doe and two fawns made their way by my tree, acting nervous and occasionally looking back on their trail. In my mind, a buck was hot on their trail and my heart started to pound from the suspense. But to my surprise, it turned out to be an otter. Curiously, it continued to follow the deer until they were all out of sight.

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Firearm safety in your home STATEWIDE – Every time you pick up a firearm, you pick up a responsibility. Safe storage of your firearms is also your responsibility.

The rules of home firearms safety are few in number and easy to follow. It is extremely important that these rules be strictly obeyed. Equally important is the development of the proper attitude toward firearms. An attitude of respect and seriousness should always be encouraged and maintained when dealing with guns. In the beginning, this may require a conscious effort, but as time passes it becomes automatic and safety becomes instinctive.

• Unload all firearms before taking them into the home. Simple reason dictates that firearms should be loaded only when in the field or on the range.

At all others times, during travel and especially in the home, they should be kept unloaded.

• Never handle or show guns without first carefully checking to be sure they are unloaded. Open the action and keep it open until the gun is again ready for storage. Never assume that a firearm is unloaded, even if it was checked only a few minutes earlier. And don’t trust the safety to compensate for unsafe gun handling. Like all mechanical devices, safeties can malfunction, and in any case, they are only intended to supplement human care and intelligence.

Among experienced gun handlers there is a kind of ritual that is repeated whenever a firearm is shown or examined. The person picking up the gun opens the action and checks to make sure it is not loaded. When the gun is handed over to the second person, he goes through the entire procedure again. This is not an insult to the original handler. In fact, most shooting veterans take it as a sign of gun savvy and

competence, because there is just no way to be overcautious about firearms safety.

• Long arms, such as rifles and shotguns, should be stowed securely in racks or cabinets, preferably locked.

Handguns should be stored in a locked cabinet or drawer. Locked storage is particularly important if there are children in the home. Standing a shotgun in the closet corner or keeping a pistol in the desk does not do the job. If the proper storage facilities are not available, trigger locks should be purchased. Different types are available for use on all kinds of guns, including revolvers and pistols, and they prevent even a fully loaded gun from being fired.

On the practical side, guns should be stored in a reasonably dry environment but away from exposure to heat. Dampness causes rust and heat can bake the wood of stocks and grips to the point of

cracking or splitting.

• All ammunition should be kept under lock and in a location separate from firearms for complete safety.

Again, this is especially important if there are children in the home. An extra measure of safety can be had by storing ammunition in another room or on a different floor level. The objective is to create a situation in which conscious effort is required to bring firearms and ammunition together. Obviously the keys to all storage areas must be kept away from children.

• When handling firearms, always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction. Avoid horseplay at all times – guns are not toys and they must be handled with respect. Common sense must be used in choosing the safest direction to point the muzzle. “Down” is not always the safest direction and neither is “up.”

– from the DNR Web site

Top 10 most asked gun deer season questions SPOONER– Wisconsin’s deer gun hunt is one of the most exciting times of the year for many residents, but it is important for everyone to follow the rules and regulations for gun deer season so that everyone stays safe in the woods. Here are some answers to the 10 more frequently asked questions: 1. Can I tag an anterless deer with the herd control tag I received with my

deer hunting license?

The herd control/ CWD tag received with your license is valid only in herd control or CWD deer management units. Many units in the north this year are not herd control units but instead are regular units. Hunters who want to harvest an antlerless deer in a regular unit must purchase a bonus tag. Keep in mind that not all units have bonus tags and others have only a limited number

Deer research projects seek to shed light on predator impact on deer herd MADISON – Progress continues on new deer research projects designed to answer questions important to hunters and managers of Wisconsin’s whitetailed deer herd.

“Many hunters are concerned with our deer population model accuracy and the impacts of predators,” said Keith Warnke, big game ecologist for the Department of Natural Resources.

“In response to those concerns, the department is investing a record amount of its resources into this research.”

While an audit by international wildlife experts found the department's deer population modeling system to be sound and one of the best in the country, Warnke said challenges remain that have led to the new research projects.

Buck survival and predators Two projects set to get under way this winter will look at the causes of death in bucks and fawns including the roles of predators, weather and hunters.

Hunter harvest is the largest cause of death for bucks. Biologists refer to the portion of bucks killed by hunters each year as the buck recovery rate. Over the course of five years, deer will be captured, tagged and monitored to determine their cause of death whether it is due to hunters or natural causes such as wolves, bears, coyotes, bobcats, weather and accidents. The buck recovery rate is a key component of accurate deer population estimates.

Predators “The distribution and abundance of predators on Wisconsin's landscape has changed over time,” says Warnke.

“From the time a doe is impregnated to the time the fall hunting season begins, a number of fawns are lost every year to various causes before and after birth including weather, food availability and nutrition, disease, predation and accidents.”

This study will measure the role of predation on recruitment which is the number of deer added to the population each year by fawns surviving into the fall. Researchers will gather data on doe pregnancy rates and litter sizes and fawn survival and causes of mortality

from birth to the hunting season.

“We will also attempt to identify the specific predators of fawns, mainly wolves, bears, bobcats and coyotes, and measure the impact predation has on recruitment,” Warnke said. Little is known, Warnke acknowledged, about the impact of coyote and bobcat predation on deer in Wisconsin. Similar research is under way in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and the two states are sharing results.

Partners needed to get the job done Researchers, with the help of volunteers, will place deer traps in Rusk, Sawyer, Taylor, Price, Shawano, Waupaca and Outagamie counties at the close of the deer hunting seasons.

Captured deer will be fitted with radio collars and ear tags. In the spring, fawns born to monitored does also will be fitted with radio-telemetry collars.

In addition to the DNR scientists, researchers from the University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Wildlife Ecology, UW Applied Population Laboratory and the University of WisconsinStevens Point are involved along with the Wisconsin Conservation Congress, Safari Club International, Union Sportsmen’s Alliance and Whitetails Unlimited.

These groups will be looking for help from the state’s deer hunters. Warnke said this is an opportunity for hunters to assist biologists in gathering information on deer numbers in the state.

“We are encouraging all hunters and anyone else who is interested to volunteer to help on these projects,” said Warnke.

Hunters can check the White-tailed Deer Research Projects page of the DNR Web site and follow the "Sign up today" link to complete the volunteer form. Or they can contact a local wildlife biologist.

DNR wildlife officials are committed to continually improving the quality of the state’s deer management program.

“Hunters play a critical role in this process,” Warnke said, “and as the agency moves forward with its ambitious research programs, hunter involvement will be more important than ever.” - from the DNR Web site

available. Check the regulations for the area and unit you are hunting in as some northern deer management units are buck only this year.

2. Can I hunt the day before deer season?

No! Hunting is not allowed on the Friday preceding the gun deer season, except for waterfowl hunting. A landowner and the family members may sight in firearms on the Friday before the 9-day deer gun season on their private property. This law does not allow them to hunt, but only to sight in firearms. Firearms may also be sighted in at an established range during this period.

3. Can I take my child hunting without a gun or license?

Yes. He or she can tag along to observe the hunt. We recommend anyone in the woods wear blaze orange.

4. What handguns are legal for deer hunting?

Deer may be hunted with handguns loaded with center-fire cartridges of .22 caliber or larger that have a minimum barrel length of 5-1/2 inches measured from the muzzle to the firing pin with the action closed.

5. What are the casing requirements for firearms?

The rule is as follows: “Enclosed in a carrying case” for firearms means completely contained in a gun case expressly made for that purpose which is fully enclosed by being zipped, snapped, buckled, tied or otherwise fastened, with no portion of the firearm exposed.

No person may place, possess or transport a firearm, bow or crossbow in or on a vehicle, unless the firearm is unloaded and encased or unless the bow or crossbow is unstrung or is enclosed in a carrying case. A vehicle includes ATVs and snowmobiles.

6. Can someone else transport my deer after it’s legally tagged and registered?

Yes. Any person may transport a lawfully taken deer if it is properly tagged and registered, whether they possess a hunting license or not.

7. Once I have killed a deer, can I continue to hunt?

Any member of a group gun-deer hunting party may kill a deer for another member of the party with a firearm if both of the following conditions exist: A. At the time and place of the kill, the person who kills the deer is in contact with the person for whom the deer is killed. Contact means visual or voice contact without the aid of any mechanical or electronic amplifying device other than a hearing aid.

B. The person for whom the deer is killed possesses a current, unused deer carcass tag that is authorized for use on the deer killed. The person killing the deer may not leave the deer unattended until after it is tagged.

8. Can I hunt small game during the deer season?

Yes, if the season is open, and with the exception of waterfowl hunting, if 50 percent of the person’s outer clothing above the waist is blaze orange.

9. Can I use a light to shine wild animals?

Persons may not use or possess with intent to use a light for shining any wild animal while hunting or in possession of a firearm, bow and arrow or crossbow. Further, between Sept. 15 and Dec. 31, during the hours of 10 p.m. to 7 a.m., you may not use any light for shining wild animals.

10. What do I do if I lose my hunter education certificate?

Wisconsin law requires that anyone born after Jan. 1, 1973, must have successfully completed a hunter education course before he or she purchases any hunting license. This certificate must be presented when a license is purchased.

If lost, a duplicate can be obtained by going in person or applying through the mail to a Department of Natural Resources license sales office. The current fee is $2.75.

For answers to additional questions, consult the Wisconsin Deer Hunting Regulations pamphlet – available at businesses where licenses are sold, county clerk offices, and all Department of Natural Resources offices. – from the Wisconsin DNR

Finding public land open to hunting STATEWIDE – The DNR Web site provides detailed maps showing public lands in your area. Go to dnr.wi.gov and click on the hunting link. On the left side of the screen under “Hunting Opportunities” click on “Wildlife Recreation Lands” to find a state wildlife area near you that is open to hunting. – from the DNR Web site

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Hunters with disabilities have successful deer hunt

Terry Hanson of Amery took this nice buck while hunting near Grantsburg during the deer hunt for disabled hunters, held from Oct. 2 through Oct. 10. Only qualified hunters with disabled hunting permits are allowed to hunt on sponsored disabled gun deer hunt properties. – Photos submitted

Rodney Brust harvested a pair of Mike Bussewitz shot this spike does during the deer hunt held for buck near St. Croix Falls while hunters with disabilities. being guided by Brad Thyesle.

Dennis Niday took this nice doe while hunting during the hunt for disabled hunters in October.

Lynn Kruger holds a 10-pointer he took with guide Scott Hansen.

Kenneth Walsh shot this buck while hunting on land owned by Ed Dittbrenner near McKinley. He was assisted by guides Al Briese of Luck and Dave Hraychuck of Balsam Lake.

Locked bucks create a scene on Hwy. 70 Both bucks die despite effort to save huge 10-pointer

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer SIREN – Nature isn’t very forgiving, and proved so Friday morning, Oct. 15, when a truck driver traveling along Hwy. 70 spotted two large bucks locked at the antlers on the side of the road near Siren National Golf Course. The driver stopped in at Lee’s Sports in Siren to tell his story, and it wasn’t long before a decentsized crowd assembled along the road to witness the spectacle.

An ambulance and fire truck returning from an early-morning fire also stopped, and a wildlife technician was eventually called in to help. While the 12point buck had already been dead for some time, the larger 10-point buck was very much alive, and continued to try and break free, at one point pushing the smaller buck with ease toward the road. The buck pushed his way back into the woods, where the technician approached with a saw to free the bucks.

“When the buck was totally exhausted he was able to saw an antler off the dead buck, which caused the antlers to untangle,” said Bonnie Tjader of Siren, who was one of many witnesses at the scene. Tjader also videoed part of the event, which can be seen at www.youtube.com, under the title “Buck Fight Locked Horns.”

Once free, the 10-point buck remained bedded and unable to move. Witnesses eventually left the scene and, despite the effort to free the live 10-point buck from the other deer, it was found dead the following day.

Conservation Warden Chris Spaight responded shortly after the DNR wildlife technician cut the antlers but there wasn’t much anyone else could do. It was the first time he’d ever responded to an incident such as this, but he has heard of other incidences like this in the state. Unfortunately, Spaight returned the following Sunday to check on the welfare of the deer, only to find its head missing.

“This person did not have the right to go on someone else’s property, and take something that didn’t

These two large bucks were found locked together on Friday morning, Oct. 15. The 12-point buck was already dead and being dragged by the larger 10-point buck, who was trying to break loose. – Photo by Bonnie Tjader belong to them,” Spaight said, hoping anyone with According to conservation Warden Jesse Ashton, it knowledge of the theft would come forward. is legal to harvest a buck that has locked antlers with It’s not entirely uncommon for bucks to become another deer, but if both deer had still been alive that entangled during this time of year. The mating season would have been a different story. is just starting to get under way, and bucks will be “If both bucks would have been still alive, he would fighting regularly to win their mate. A similar incident have needed to have someone come over with a valid occurred on Nov. 10, 2007, when Unity student Luke archery buck tag to kill the other buck,” Ashton said Nelson stumbled upon two large bucks locked at the during the 2007 interview. antlers, apparently for quite some time. One buck had In order to keep both bucks, the DNR issued Nelson died, while the other was still alive, and Nelson ended a tag for the other deer. up shooting the one buck.

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Local sees successful hunt in Africa Editors note: Bill Bosak is a native of Frederic whose family has lived in the area for over 100 years. This is the second trip he’s taken to Africa over the years. The story was told by Bosak, and written by his sister Avis Turner Over fifty years ago as a 12-year-old farm boy, I used to lie in my bed reading adventures of hunting big game in Africa. As I read, I dreamed of following in the footsteps of Jack O’Connor, my favorite Outdoor Life editor and hunting for elephants, rhinos, Cape buffalo, lions, and leopards—the Big Five— dangerous game.

Dreaming of such adventures made me even more excited about my first deer-hunting trip. My excitement for this trip was mingled with apprehension about deer fever and my fear continued even as I ventured out in the cold and dark on that Wisconsin morning to hunt for deer. Little did I know that 50 years later I would have some of those same emotions as I traveled to Africa to hunt for one of the Big Five.

Unfortunately, my trip to Africa in 2009 was disappointing. The area where I hunted was heavily poached and there was very little game to be seen. There were a few impalas and some Cape buffalo that wandered out into the park but the only other animals that I saw were some baboons, warthogs, bush pigs, and kudu. Since the game was so limited, I was told that if I saw a kudu that I should shoot it since it would be the only one that I would see. As a result, I was happy to get a kudu but I left without the Cape buffalo—one of the Big Five—that was my real goal.

Since trips to Africa are not only lengthy but expensive, I really didn’t consider taking another trip there.

However, due to my disappointment in 2009 and my concerns about being physically unable to go on such a trip in the future, I made plans for a return trip the next year.

Planning for my second trip to Africa actually began in January 2010 when I went to the Safari Club International Convention in Reno, Nev. I went there to meet Scott Guthrie, the professional hunter who I hunted with the previous year, and make arrangements to hunt with him in August.

Following the meeting with Guthrie, and as I prepared for this second trip to Africa, I had different concerns than I did the previous year. In my longdreamed-of trip in 2009, I was concerned about the numerous connections that I would have to make to get to my destination and I worried about getting my rifle through customs. However, my real dilemma at that time was about what kind of weapon I needed to take for hunting the Big Five.

Back in 1968, I had built my first custom rifle, a 338 Winchester Magnum.

Although such a weapon is powerful for hunting North American white-tailed

Bill Bosak and several of his South African guides with some of the trophies Bosak shot. – Photos submitted deer in Wisconsin, I wondered whether or not it was powerful enough for big game in Africa. After doing some research, I finally realized that although the 338 Winchester Magnum is powerful enough for a Cape buffalo, it is actually more suitable for hunting moose or elk. Also through my research and by talking to Guthrie, I discovered that the game regulations in Zimbabwe make a 338 illegal for use in hunting any of the Big Five in that country. So instead, I selected a 416 Rigby caliber rifle—Jack O’Connor’s choice also.

With the rifle issue having been resolved the first time around, the worries that I encountered on my second trip were different. In fact, I found that prior to departing for Africa, I experienced some of the same apprehensions that I had experienced on my first deerhunting trip as a boy in Wisconsin. Consequently, the night before leaving on my second trip to Africa was a sleepless one. I was apprehensive about a number of things but I realized that my main concern was whether or not there would be enough game to hunt. After all, this was an expensive trip and I wanted to come away from it with a better outcome than my first trip and with the satisfaction that my dream was fulfilled.

The journey to Zimbabwe is lengthy and somewhat complicated because there are a number of connections that have to be made. So my actual journey started on July 31 when I traveled from Minneapolis to Chicago and then on to Dulles in Washington, D.C. From there I flew 18 hours to Johannesburg, South Africa, with a stop midway for refueling and a crew change in Senegal. The plane on this flight was hot and stuffy which made it the longest 18 hours of my life!

When I finally did arrive in Johannes-

Bill Bosak poses next to a waterbuck he shot while hunting in South Africa.

burg, I was somewhat amused and thrilled to see a sign that read “South Africa, Home of the Big Five.” My first thought was that this is something like promoting the Big Ten Conference in Wisconsin!

Although it was nice to be in South Africa, my journey was not yet finished.

I still had to get to Zimbabwe! Eventually I did make it to Bulawayo and because the air terminal is unfinished there, I met Guthrie at a Quonset building to check my rifle and ammunition through customs. From there Guthrie took me to his residence outside the city.

As we traveled to his home, Guthrie told me that he had not always been a professional hunter. Instead he had started out being a farmer but when his property was obtained by the state he had turned to guiding hunters in their search for big game.

Once at Guthrie’s home, we enjoyed an evening meal and a night’s rest before proceeding on to the hunt! Before leaving we picked up our two trackers, Langcious and Zuwande. We also picked up a third person, Siedie, the pickup driver who would respond to our radio calls and follow our directions as to where we could be picked up after walking through the bush. These three also would work at cutting brush and trees along the trails, since Guthrie did not like the brush up against his truck while traveling.

The hunting area that Guthrie selected was close to the border with South Africa. I had some misgivings about the area that he selected since it is actually a

fenced-in area. I wondered whether this was going to be like shooting domestic animals or shooting fish in a barrel.

However, nothing could be further from the truth. It turned out that the area consisted of thousands of acres. The animals were completely free-roaming and wild but managed and cared for by private owners. The animals were provided with ground-level water tanks where water was pumped in for them to drink.

Without this water, much of this game would not exist. In addition, there were armed men patrolling on foot watching for poachers. These men were mainly concerned about the rhinos which are heavily demanded because their horns are used in the far east as an aphrodisiac. Because of these managed fenced-in areas, I saw many animals that I had never planned on hunting.

My fear that there would be few animals to hunt, like on my first trip, was completely dispelled. The game was plentiful. I saw impalas, Cape buffalo, kudu, baboons, warthogs, bush pigs, blue wildebeest, oryx, giraffes, zebras, waterbucks, honey badgers, steenboks, duikers, jackals, otters, Cape clawless otter, vultures, sables, leopards, elephants, rhinos and giraffes. Giraffes were particularly plentiful since they are considered to be poor trophies. Consequently, no one wants to shoot them.

Guthrie told me a story about a hunter who actually did want to shoot a giraffe once. However, they found it hard to sneak up on a giraffe because of their size and so the hunter was unable to get the giraffe that he wanted.

Although the game was plentiful, my first day of hunting there was nonproductive. Despite locating Dagga Boys, we were unable to get a shot at one.

Dagga Boys (Mud Bulls) are the old Cape buffalo bulls. These Dagga Boys have been expelled from the herd by the younger bulls and they most often travel in groups of two, three or four. They usually have routines of when they eat, drink and rest. Typically the Dagga Boys eat and drink from late afternoon to early morning. Then, at midday, they usually lay in dense brush and thorn bushes.

On the second day we were able to find bulls that were still feeding. When we got up to them, I was offered a shot but it missed because of a 1-inch diameter mopane bush that my bullet hit instead.

So we continued our search. Traveling along a trail in our truck, we looked for large fresh tracks. We continued to follow the tracks and hoped that we would find their eating and drinking spot.

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One of the most dangerous game animals in Africa is the Cape buffalo, which Frederic native Bill Bosak took on his trip to South Africa.

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Over $8,000 in fines for Polk County poachers Hunting, fishing and trapping license revocations total 21 years

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer POLK COUNTY – A DNR poaching investigation that came to light in October of 2008 was finalized in Polk County Circuit Court.

During the spring of 2008, wardens Jesse Ashton, Chris Spaight and Dave Zebro began an investigation on husband and wife Gerald D., 63, and Robin L. Denver, 53, of Cumberland, and uncovered several wildlife violations in the process.

Violations that took place over a three-year span near the Indian Creek area of Lorain Township, resulted in a total of $8,434.60 in fines for the Denver’s, and a revocation of hunting, fishing and trapping privileges in Wisconsin, and the 34 other states currently part of the Wildlife Violator Compact.

Gerald received 12 years of revocation and Robin received nine. Wardens also confiscated a 30-30 rifle, .22-mag rifle, three sets of deer antlers and a bear skull found on the property.

“In my recollection, in Polk County, it’s the longest revocation and highest amount of fines assessed,” said Ashton.

Gerald faced a nine-count criminal complaint that included shooting an endangered species (wolf), hunting deer during the closed season, hunting deer by aid of an artificial light and possession of an untagged deer. Several of the violations were read aloud in court but were dismissed according to Ashton.

“All counts that were dismissed in this case were read in, [court] which means they’re taking responsibility for

The 10-point buck above is one of several animals poached in a span of three years. Along with detailed journal entries, Gerald Denver also wrote in detail on the back of this plaque on how this 10-pointer was killed. – Photos courtesy of the DNR them, but they can’t be tried again and tagged using an agricultural crop damthey’re not going to face additional age tag. Another fine of $2,138 was monetary penalties,” Ashton said. issued for hunting with the aid of an At least three of the counts resulted in artificial light over bait on Nov. 17, 2006, fines of $2,138, including the shooting of on the night before the gun-deer opener, an antlerless deer at night on Oct. 11, and the third $2,138 fine was for a 102006, from the Denver’s house over a point buck that was shot over bait at lighted bait pile. The deer was then night.

During the investigation, game wardens uncovered a journal that Gerald Denver used to document the illegal activity. In the handwritten journal he wrote of the size of the animal, time, where the animal was shot and the type of rifle used. Several of the deer were shot out of one of the home’s bedroom windows.

Other animals were also illegally taken over the bait piles, including bear.

Five citations were issued for shooting five bears out of season, but were dismissed. Ashton said the bears were baited in another area not far from the Denvers home. They used fish entrails for bait, and at night Gerald shot them while Robin held a spotlight.

Robin faced four criminal counts involving two counts of hunting deer during the closed season and two counts of illegal shining deer or bear.

All four counts were dismissed but read aloud in court. She was still fined a total of $1,177 for being party to the crime. In a separate incident in Barron County, Robin also faced a charge for illegally shooting a bear in its den during the rifle season on Nov. 25, 2005. The case was dismissed by prosecutor’s motion on Monday, Oct. 11.

DNR law enforcement looks at cases like these as stolen opportunities from law-abiding sportsmen, women and citizens who enjoy the state’s natural resources. Anonymous tips from citizens were a crucial part of the investigation.

“It was made possible by community information, good work by all the wardens involved. Prosecutor Dan Steffen and Judge Molly GaleWyrick did a great job in prosecuting this case, and sending a message to people that if you’re going to do this stuff you’re going to face some severe penalties,” Ashton said.

Africa hunt/from page 8 Once we found the spot, our plan was to come back later in the day when they would be eating and less wary. This strategy turned out to be very successful for us since I got my Cape buffalo and what a Cape buffalo it turned out to be!

Not only was I amazed at his size but Guthrie said it was the largest that he had taken in the past 10 years. A large Cape buffalo has a spread of about 40 inches but this one had a spread of almost 45 inches— a very good trophy!

Although I got my Cape buffalo which was my main goal, I wasn’t done yet! Over the next few days I got other animals, as well. One of the animals was an impala. The impala that I shot was poorly hit, however, and we had to track it until the light ran out that day.

The next morning the trackers followed the track again and found that a lion was also after it. We continued tracking it for some time through high grass and

Bill Bosak’s professional hunter, Scott Guthrie (far left), along with other members with his guide service in South Africa.

One of the cabins that Bill Bosak stayed in while hunting in South Africa. – Photos submitted

brush until we found the animal dead and half-eaten by the lion.

In addition to the Cape buffalo and impala, I also got an average-size kudu and a large waterbuck. The waterbuck measured over 30 inches. This was a good-size waterbuck since the average spread for a waterbuck is about 25 inches.

The meat from this game was the property of the landowner. Some of the meat from the animals was provided for our meals while we were in camp and the rest was available for the landowner to sell. The remainder of the animal, the hide, head and horns, become the property of the hunter, which is part of the fee that the hunter has to pay. The process of having the animal skinned, dried and mounted takes several months. In fact, after 14 months, the taxidermist in Zimbabwe has yet to ship

the kudu from my 2009 hunt.

The hunting process is very tiring and at the end of the day we would be picked up by our driver and driven back to camp. At the camp, I had a spacious cabin with two double beds. The bathroom contained both a shower and a bathtub with hot water heated by wood and fed by gravity to our rooms in the evening. Our food was prepared by a professional cook and the meat was cooked perfectly and was extremely tender. My clothes were collected each day and washed, folded, and returned.

After a long day in the bush, I enjoyed being waited on by a staff who was there to get us things to make us comfortable.

On the remaining days in Africa we saw other interesting things, as well. For instance, we saw a leopard dragging an impala that it had caught. While hunting, we also encountered two researchers working with the leopard population. We had seen one of their live traps—a simple steel-frame box with a gate on one end and a cable and trigger on the other. You would never find a red fox stupid enough to enter a box like this that was covered with human scent. However, they had good success with this trap catching leopards and other smaller animals that smelled the free meal inside.

This adventure has ended but it will be something that I will never forget! It was an experience that I had dreamed of for over 50 years! Even if I am unable to ever go back to hunt in Africa again my dreams have been fulfilled. As I told my sister, “I have done everything that I had ever hoped to do there!”

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Larsen bags 50th consecutive bow buck Shows no signs of hanging it up at 78

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer LUCK – Change is a part of life and Roger Larsen of Luck has seen his fair share of changes over the years, especially in the world of bow hunting. Whether it’s the tactics he’s used, the equipment or changes to the environment, Larsen has adapted by way of necessity.

But one thing hasn’t changed for Larsen as he’s been able to take a buck in each of his 50 archery seasons.

Larsen arrowed his 50th consecutive buck during the Wisconsin archery season near his home in Luck on on a Saturday evening, Sept. 25, at about 6:30 p.m., taking a unique 8-point buck while using his crossbow. The other 49 deer have also come from near his home, no farther away than Frederic or Milltown.

“My boy is evidently going to have it mounted, I don’t know … I wouldn’t have!” said Larsen, with a long laugh. He admits that he’s never gone after the big bucks, but wouldn’t hesitate on a big one if given the opportunity.

Larsen isn’t a boastful hunter, yet his wife thought differently as this reporter entered the driveway on a recent Monday for a second visit in the past four years.

“Will I need to buy more thread to sew the buttons back on his shirt?” Loretta joked, as Larsen stood on his front porch, laughing.

In 2006 the Leader ran a story on Larsen’s 46th buck in a row, which was an 8-point and Larsen’s largest buck ever. Since then, nothing seems to have changed, yet the 78-year-old wasn’t sure he’d hit No. 50 when he found out he’d need surgery on the carotid artery in Roger Larsen of Luck holds the unique-looking 8his neck, which had significant blockage. Although he pointer he shot in late September, marking his 50th and his family knew surgery was imminent, the consecutive archery buck. – Photos by Marty surgery came after shooting his 50th buck.

Seeger “I had to get it shot and get it done, because I didn’t know how long I’d be laid up and be able to hunt,” newer compound bows and has shot numerous deer Larsen said.

Loretta added, “Then we were going to get some with each. The last compound bow he purchased was more outside work done before he had surgery but, a Ben Pearson Spoiler but, not all that long ago, Larsen needless to say, we had a deer to take care of and get had to resort to using a crossbow.

“If I could pull my bow I’d still be hunting with it, in the freezer first but we got it done.”

Like the 49 bucks before it, Larsen’s deer have but I can’t,” Larsen said, and added that baiting has always gone straight to the freezer, and venison is the helped him increase his chances since he can’t hunt reason he started bow hunting in the first place. He from a tree stand anymore. Many of his more recent credits his brother for first introducing him to bow bucks have been taken from a shooting house within hunting and was drawn to it by the thought of getting walking distance from his home.

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“There were years when we had the big snow … point buck with it in 1960. He’s owned several bows since then, including a 45-pound recurve made by God, boy I’ll tell ya, bow hunting was really tough for Bear Archery, which he claims to have taken more about two or three years, and I really had to hunt,” he recalled. deer with than any other bow he’s owned.

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This year he considers the deer herd to be quite thin and isn’t in favor of the herd-control season coming this weekend. He’s already spent a good amount of time observing the deer in his area and the buck he shot in September is the first he’d seen. But even with a mild disgust for the shortage of deer, Larsen will continue to hit the woods during the archery season.

He was even out last Sunday in his shooting house, not to hunt, but to enjoy the wildlife.

“I’ve enjoyed every minute of it. Bow hunting to me is way beyond rifle hunting. You get to sit there and wait and you see so much wildlife, I mean you get to see everything.”

Larsen will also hope to hit the woods during the rifle season. He has another surgery planned but is hopeful it can wait until after the nine-day season.

And whatever change may come his way before now and next fall, you can bet that he’ll be visiting his shooting house again for a chance at archery buck No. 51.

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Deer-season forecast STATEWIDE – In the months leading up to the 2010 deer season, hunters across the state will anxiously wait for their favorite time of year. Time spent honing shooting skills, readying equipment and scouting the land for deer signs are enjoyable and can pay off when the season opens. Bonds with family and friends strengthen during the deer season as old traditions continue and new ones begin. And of course, everyone is wondering what the season will bring.

The 2009 deer season ended with a statewide registered harvest of approximately 330,000 deer. This would be a remarkable harvest by the standards of many states, but fell short of some hunters expectations based on Wisconsin’s previous five-year annual harvest average of 492,000 deer.

Several factors likely contributed to the lower harvest. A reduced deer population and a reduction in antlerless harvest (no Earn-A-Buck outside CWD units, fewer herd control units, lower permit levels) are thought to have played the biggest roles. Current deer populations vary throughout the state.

The 2010 hunting season will be outlined by roughly half of the deer management units in a herd-control season structure where deer population estimates are currently 20 percent or more above population goals.

The other half of the DMUs are going to be in a regular unit season structure where deer populations are currently near or below established goals. Twenty-two DMUs in southern Wisconsin make up the CWD management zone, which will again have unlimited EarnA-Buck regulations intended to meet deer population goals and disease management objectives.

While herd control has been the primary statewide focus over the last decade, herd growth is actually the primary objective throughout much of northeast Wisconsin for 2010. Herd growth in a DMU is achieved if the total deer harvest plus all other mortality is less than the total number of fawns recruited into the fall population. The strategy for herd growth is to have a very small antlerless harvest quota or a bucks-only hunt.

In DMUs where the posthunt population was more than 20 percent below the population goal from the previous winter, a decision for a zero antlerless quota (bucks only hunting) would be influenced by local public input and the local biologist.

In 2010, 19 DMUs in the northern forest will have buck-only hunting during the archery and gun deer seasons. Some exceptions may apply to qualified members of the U.S. Armed Forces who are home on furlough or leave, Class A and C disabled permit hunters, first-time hunter education graduates and agricultural damage permits. The Dec. 9-12 antlerlessonly hunt will still be held statewide, however, in the 19 units where zero antlerless tags are available, only

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Statewide outlook Following a review of population goals that included extensive public input and legislative review, deer population goals were increased in 43 units this year.

The end results are season structures and permit levels that will be aimed toward a more conservative antlerless harvest. The elimination of Earn-A-Buck outside of the CWD management zone last year also allowed all hunters to take bucks and pass on antlerless deer. Hunters who will be hunting in former EarnA-Buck units may notice an increase in the number of antlerless deer and fewer mature bucks this year.

Areas in the state hit hard by winter in 2007-2009 and 2008-2009 may experience a depression in the number of deer in the 2- to 3-year-old age class this year. Old Man Winter lessened its grip throughout most of the state this year, which resulted in increased winter survival rates and birth rates. In many areas, hunters may notice more does with twin fawns this fall. Snowmelt also occurred earlier this year than normal, resulting in earlier green-up and good lactation.

While these observations are promising, it should be kept in mind that local fawn recruitment into the fall population is variable, as they may be impacted by local predator populations and other sources of mortality and that the combination of conservative antlerless harvest opportunities in regular units along with no Earn-A-Buck outside of CWD zones may result in a harvest below the 10-year average.

Regardless of statewide or DMU-level deer populations and expectations, hunters are reminded that deer abundance on the property or local level often does not reflect deer population trends on the larger scale.

Preseason scouting and discussions with neighbors will give hunters a better expectation of the hunt in their hunting area.

Stakeholder interaction A lot has happened over the last year in the deer management world. In 2009, two stakeholder advisory panels prepared recommendations to the Natural Resources Board and the DNR. The first group’s objective was to review the state’s deer management unit posthunt population goals and boundaries. After considering public feedback, the panel recommended increasing deer population goals in 12 DMUs and reducing goals in three. After Natural Resources Board approval, legislative committees requested additional changes to goals. As a result, the department suggested goal increases to 43 DMUs and decreases to two DMUs, which were subsequently approved. A number of units with deer-population goal increases will be affected this year with a change in season structure and a reduced antlerless harvest quota. Higher goals and increasingly conservative antlerless harvest strategies will initially result in fewer deer harvested in those units.

Another stakeholder panel met to seek alternatives to Earn-A-Buck regulations for deer management units that are substantially above population goals at the request of the Legislature and Natural Resources Board. The panel provided three alternative packages with varying hunting regulations and season dates intended to increase antlerless harvest in units where it is needed. The primary component to these packages was a 16-day gun-deer season in November.

After an online comment process and public hearings, it was clear how variable the opinions were across the state and how passionate Wisconsin deer hunters are about their hobby. At that time, preliminary harvest results were in from the 2009 hunting season, which suggested deer populations were nearing goals across much of the state. This led to the DNR dropping the EAB alternative proposals. Gratitude is extended to all of those who provided input during the comment period. – from the DNR Web site

Hunters Code of Ethics STATEWIDE – Positive hunter behavior and ethics will preserve the future of hunting and will help ensure continued opportunities and places to hunt.

Ethics cover behavior related to issues such as respect, responsibility and fairness which cannot always be addressed with laws. Responsible and ethical hunters should always:

1. Respect landowners

• Always know where you are hunting and gain permission before entering private lands. Know how to use a map, compass or GPS unit when needed.

• Be courteous, follow the landowner’s rules and treat their property with respect.

2. Respect other hunters

Treat other hunters in a manner that you would expect to be treated.

3. Respect nonhunters

• Understand that not everyone supports hunting.

While everyone is entitled to their own view, positive hunting behavior will not turn someone who is neutral into someone who is opposed.

4. Respect wildlife and other natural resources

• Follow all hunting laws and report violations observed to your local warden.

• Assist or support landowners and the DNR with wildlife habitat projects. – from the DNR Web site

• Don’t interfere or disrupt the hunt of another.

Hunter education requirements STATEWIDE – Persons born on or after Jan. 1, 1973, must present their Wisconsin Hunter Education certificate (or proof of a hunter safety course recognized by the department from another state, province or country), previous year’s Wisconsin hunting license, or proof of successful completion of basic training in the U.S. Armed Forces, Reserves or National Guard to purchase any hunting license. A certificate of successful completion of a bow hunter education course can

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Watch your clocks!

• Times listed are one-half hour before sunrise to 20 minutes after sunset.

• Firearm hunting prohibited on Nov. 19.

• Calculating hunting hours: Determine your location in either the Northern or Southern Area and add the minutes shown in the zone in which you are hunting to the opening and closing times listed in the

Northern Area Hunting Hours table.

• Night hunting: Coyote, fox, raccoon or unprotected species may be hunted without hunting hour restrictions except: 1. During the bow deer season when hunting hours listed in the the regulation book apply to bow hunting all species.

2. During the regular gun deer season from Nov. 20 - Nov. 28 in nonmetro units when normal hunting hours apply to hunting all species.

• Caution: Consult your migratory bird regulations pamphlet for migratory bird hunting hours including woodcock, crows, doves, snipe and rails.

Chart (R) is the 2010 northern hunting hours for Zone A.

Four basic rules of fifirrearm safety direction means it is not pointed at yourself or anyone else. A safety mechanism can fail, but usually it’s the person who fails to engage it. Keeping your gun pointed in a safe direction means no one gets hurt if the firearm discharges.”

Planning your fall hunting trip also means having your gear in proper working order. Firearms should be cleaned and closely inspected for any signs of mechanical wear that could result in a problem in the field.

Firearms aren't the only items that need to be checked well in advance of a hunting trip. Clothing and other equipment should also be inspected for signs of wear and tear. Anything that might cause you to compromise safety should be repaired, discarded or replaced. Blaze orange clothing that has faded over time, a jacket that doesn't fit right or a scope that isn't adjusted correctly can compromise your safety and the safety of others.

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Essential to any responsible hunting trip is an ironclad adherence to the four basic rules of firearm safety that can be easily remembered using the TAB-K formula.

The rules are summarized as TABK: T - Treat every firearm as if it is loaded.

A - Always point the muzzle of your firearm in a safe direction.

B - Be certain of your target and what lies beyond.

K - Keep your finger out of the trigger guard until ready to shoot.

Based on hunting-incident statistics, about half of the firearm injuries that happen during the nine-day gun deer season are self-inflicted.

“Clearly, the people who fall into this group aren’t following the ‘A’ in T-A-B-K,” according to the DNR. “Keeping your muzzle pointed in a safe

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Hunting is safer – as long as you don't shoot yourself Hunter safety administrator statistics tell the story MADISON – Wisconsin statistics show hunting is safe and getting safer, but the rate of unintentional self-inflicted injuries is on the rise.

Hunter Education Administrator Tim Lawhern has witnessed both subtle and significant changes in his 22-year Department of Natural Resources career. And changes have been both good and annoying.

“We have had great success in educating hunters to be safe – and with that comes success in the hunt,” Lawhern said

When Lawhern was named head of the hunter education program in 1994, there were 60 hunting incidents for all seasons combined – 55 injuries and 5 fatalities. The incident rate was 7.6 when compared with incidents per 100,000 hunters. In 1966, the year before hunter education programs began in the state, the incident rate for all hunting seasons was 43.5. Last year, there were 18 hunting incidents – 17 injuries and one fatality – translating into an incident rate of 4.19.

For the gun-deer hunting season, the incident rate in 2009 was 1.26 for eight incidents.

“These statistics show us that our Hunter Education Program is working.

And it shows us our volunteer instructors are doing a good job training hunters to be safe, knowledgeable and responsible,” Lawhern said.

The flip side of the equation is the number of hunters shooting themselves.

“It used to be self-inflicted injuries amounted to roughly 20 to 25 percent of the total number of hunting incidents,” Lawhern said. “Today that number is 40 to 50 percent each year.”

Lawhern says it is not uncommon for a hunter to say the gun went off on its own.

“In nearly all of these cases, the gun has not been the problem. It has been handler error,” Lawhern said. “If the hunter takes care to do two things, these

types of incidents will decline.

“One is to never point a loaded gun in your direction or in the direction of anyone else. It must be pointed in a safe direction,” Lawhern said. “And, do not put your finger in the trigger guard until you are ready to shoot at your target.

“Just doing those two things would wipe out self-inflicted injuries and cut by half the total number of hunting incidents,” he said. “Most of the self-inflicted injuries are just smart hunters momentarily turning stupid. So stay smart and safe this hunting season.” – from the Wisconsin DNR

Update on investing in Wisconsin whitetails What’s up with research?

STATEWIDE – In February 2010 the Department of Natural Resources announced that it was directing roughly $2 million in one-time Pittman-Robertson funds toward white-tailed deer research. Descriptions of the research projects, including how you can get involved, are available on the DNR Web site.

The primary objective of the effort is to fully implement the recommendations of the 2006 audit of the sex-age-kill population model and gain a better understanding of causes of fawn and buck mortality, including the roles of predators, habitat and weather. Additional projects will examine aerial deer survey techniques and hunter recruitment and retention.

So, what’s been happening since last February?

Buck mortality, fawn mortality and recruitment These studies will capture, radio-collar and ear-tag bucks and does. In addition, adult does will be fitted with vaginal-implant transmitters that will signal when a doe gives birth so her fawns can be captured and radio collared. All radio-collared deer will be followed and studied for causes of mortality, including predators, environmental conditions and hunters. Also: • Two study areas have been selected; one in the northern forest including parts of Sawyer, Price, Rusk and Ashland counties and one in the eastern farmland in parts of Outagamie, Waupaca, Shawano, Oconto and Brown counties.

•Wisconsin Conservation Congress is

moving forward rapidly, contacting landowners in the study areas seeking permission for access and cooperation in the research efforts.

• Over 160 volunteers have signed up to participate in fieldwork.

• A research Web site has been developed.

• Roughly 50 box traps have been built by Whitetails Unlimited out of Marshfield.

•AFL-CIO members are finalizing plans to build about 100 netted-cage traps.

Distance sampling This study is looking at other ways to sample deer populations that could be used as a check against the department’s POP2 estimation method which is used in Earn-A-Buck deer management units. The technique involves flying survey lines in fixedwing aircraft and recording deer sightings from the air. The following has been done: • Survey lines were flown during the winter of 2009-10.

• Scientists are looking at the aerial counts and are at work developing adjustments to the technique for Wisconsin terrain and ground cover.

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• If you are a landowner in a study area, allow traps to be placed on your property and access to the traps for monitoring.

• Transporting, placing, setting up and monitoring traps.

• Participate in processing deer captured through winter helicopter netgunning and ground-trapping efforts.

• At a trap site, participate in weighing, sampling blood, aging, ear tagging and collaring deer.

• Locating newborn fawns for weighing, ear tagging, sexing and collaring.

• Locating deer when collars give off mortality signals and determining cause of death.

Wildlife Violator Compact STATEWIDE – The State of Wisconsin is a participating member of the Wildlife Violator Compact. The Wildlife Violator Compact is an agreement between participating states that prohibits a person whose hunting, fishing or trapping privileges are suspended in a participating state from obtaining licenses or permits, or participating in those activities in all participating states.

• If your hunting, trapping or fishing privileges are suspended or revoked for a fish- or wildlife-related violation by any of the member states after April 15, 2008, you may not engage in those activities in Wisconsin or purchase any license, permit or tag that authorizes those activities in Wisconsin during the period of the revocation or suspension.

Do you want to be a volunteer?

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Here are a few tasks and services you could be asked to perform: • Help build deer traps.

• Raise or donate funds for trap-

Poachers Hotline: 1-800-TIP-WDNR STATEWIDE – There are a number of rule and regulation changes this year that may be of interest to hunters.

Changes will be printed in the “What’s New in 2010” section of the 2010 Wisconsin Deer Hunting Regulations booklet. Most notable changes include: • The archery antlerless carcass tag is no longer valid in all units statewide.

Instead, the tag will be valid only in units with an established antlerless quota. See the 2010 Deer Season Structure Map to find regular-buck-only units where this tag is not valid.

• There is no longer a three-day waiting period to use archery licenses purchased during the open archery season.

• The use of rifles for firearm deer hunting is now legal: south of Hwy. 170 in Dunn County, west of Hwy. J in the southwest corner of Shawano County and in the Waupaca County portion of Hartman Creek State Park. See the firearms restrictions map in the 2010

Wisconsin Deer Hunting Regulations.

Hunters are also encouraged to check with local authorities to see if there are any firearm restrictions different than the state’s.

• A hunting season during the nineday firearm deer season has been established at both Whitefish Dunes State Park and Potawatomi State Park.

• To facilitate removal from the field, hunters may divide a deer into no more than five parts (e.g. four quarters plus the head attached to the spinal column and rib cage).

• Nonresidents 65 years and older may use a crossbow during any archery deer season without a special permit authorizing its use.

• Magnifying scopes will be permitted on muzzleloaders during the designated 10-day statewide muzzleloader deer season, Nov. 29 – Dec. 8. - from the DNR Web site

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What's new in 2010?

If this interests you, the department can use your help. At a minimum, you should be prepared to provide a full day’s work; most of the time you’ll be paired with a department or university researcher. In each study area scientists estimate it will take at least four to five days of helicopter net gunning and 10 weeks of ground trapping each winter to capture and tag (radio collars, ear tags) enough deer to accomplish research goals.

“This is boots-on-the ground, handson deer research,” says DNR deer researcher Chris Jacques, “and we’ll likely be cold and dirty and tired at the end of the day, but it’s a real contribution to our knowledge of deer in Wisconsin.”

• If a person is cited for a wildlife violation in this state and fails to pay or appear in court, Wisconsin will revoke all that person’s hunting, fishing and trapping privileges and will communicate that information to that person’s home state and other participating states. The participating states include: Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Washington, Wisconsin and Wyoming. – from the DNR Web site

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Poachers hotline number: 1-800-TIPWDNR

Hwy. 35 & Main Street, Siren, Wis.

715-349-5755

Saturday, November 20 LIVE MUSIC BY

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M MONDAY ONDAY N NIGHT IGHT F FOOTBALL OOTBALL S SPECIAL PECIAL 2 FOR 1 On All Pizzas*

Plus 50¢ Domestic Taps During The Game Tankful Tuesdays - 2 For 1s - 9 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Wacky Wednesday - Ladies Night $1 Off All Bar Rail And Domestic Beer - 10 p.m. - Midnight

NEW LEGENDS BAR & GRILLE HOURS:

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D DJ J ENTERTAINMENT ENTERTAINMENT Every Fri. & Sat. Night

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Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

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After The Hunt:

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Simmon’s Compac Binoculart s $

15 99

THANKSGIVING DAY BUFFET Thursday, November 25

Serving starts at 11 a.m.

Dining Room will close at 6 p.m.

Bar will remain open

NOW BOOKING HOLIDAY PARTIES Call for reservations, 715-349-2954.

10th Hole at

Yellow Lake Golf Course On County Rd. U 1 mile West Of Hwy. 35 between Danbury & Webster

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24136 State Hwy. 35, Siren, Wis.

715-349-2954

Join Us For The

Green Bay vs. Minnesota Game Sunday, November 21

Serving breakfast every day of hunting season!

9 a.m., including Thanksgiving Day. Join Us For

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Wed., Nov. 24 & Every Sat. Night Lake Country Riders Snowmobile Club Every Friday, 5:30 p.m.

*

Co. Rd. U

715-866-7107

$ 99

MEAT RAFFLE

Golf Course ow Yell ke La

Webster

Burgers.............................................................................................. 1.75 $ Cheeseburgers............................................................................ 2.00 ¢ plus 50 Taps starting at noon $ Tuesday Chicken Wings All-you-can-eat....................................... 8.00 $ Roast Beef Dinner.................................................................... 6.99 Wednesday Italian Night - Lasagna & Spaghetti and Meatballs Thursday Mexican Night - Including: Tacos, Quesadillas & Taco Salad $ Friday Night All-you-can-eat Fish Fry - 5 - 9 p.m.................................... 8.50 $ Saturday Night All-you-can-eat Steak Fry - 5 - 9 p.m.......................... 12.75 $

Monday

Dining Room Hours: Mon. - Thurs. 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Friday 9 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Saturday 8 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Sunday 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Danbury

OPEN DAILY AT 8 A.M.

All Dads

Serving Breakfast Saturday & Sunday, 8 a.m.

Join us for a Traditional

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STATEWIDE – Wisconsin landowners appreciate those people who ask permission to hunt and say thanks afterward. This builds important landowner-hunter trust.

Remember, entering private lands without permission is illegal and creates a negative image for all hunters. – from the DNR Web site

Served with baked potato, salad and Texas toast.

Sunday…Wonderland Meat Raffle 4 p.m.

Also… kitchen open till 7 p.m. with

Broasted Chicken & Meat Loaf Dinner.

Join us SUNDAY, NOV. 21, for the

GREEN BAY/MINNESOTA GAME Join us at 8 p.m. Nightly for our

Deer Hunting Drawings Serving Breakfast Every Day During Hunting Season starting at 8 a.m.

T Thanksgiving hanksgiving D Day ay Kitchen Open till noon serving breakfast.

Bar Open all day 525347 2-3a, 2DH

CLIP & SAVE

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OPEN 7 A WEEDAYS K

VOYAGER VILLAGE

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BOXER, 36 Pk...........................................................$1199 KEYSTONE LIGHT, 6 Pk., 16 oz....................$329 ES PABST, 6 Pk., 16 Oz......................................................$427 15 STYL

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MAKE TRACKS TO BIG MIKE’S!

DAILY SPECIALS:

Pasta Night Soup & Sandwich $1.50 Burger Night Wing Ding Night Fish Fry & Prime Rib, Plus Our Full Menu Prime Rib, Plus Our Full Menu Breakfast 9 a.m. - Noon, Broasted Chicken 5 p.m. - 8 p.m., Plus Our Full Menu

Monday - Thurday............................4 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Open Sun. - Thurs. 6 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Friday & Saturday Open ‘til 9 p.m.

HUNTING FOR SOME DEALS?

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Friday.................................................5 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Saturday............................................5 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Sunday.................9 a.m. - Noon and 5 p.m. - p.m.

Located on Hwy. 70

by Clam Lake Narrows 4 miles east of Siren, Hwy. 70

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Have a safe and successful hunting season.

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* With Beverage Purchase

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Monday - Thursday..........................4 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Friday..............................................4 p.m. - 11 p.m.

Saturday........................................11 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Sunday...........................................11 a.m. - 10 p.m. *Please note above are minimum bar hours.

SEE US FOR… • PJ Classic Goosenecks

5.50* All-you-can-eat Walleye Fish Fry..................... 13.00 $ Our Famous Barbecue Ribs.......1/2 Order ........ 8.00 $ Full Order. . . . . 10.00 Add a 1/4 Chicken for only $3.00 $

Thursday All-you-can-eat Chicken Wings.........................

Friday Saturday

Legends Bar And Grille Is Open Every Day

14075 State Rd. 70 Grantsburg, WI • 715-463-2100 www.trailer-city.com

*Dine In Only

9 - 10 a.m.

10 - 11:30 a.m.

12:30 - 1:30 p.m.

1:30 - 7 p.m.

12:30 - 1:30 p.m.

1:30 - 5 p.m.

Hwy. 35

KRIS’ PHEASANT INN & SPORTS BAR

Good Luck Deer Hunters

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OPEN AT 9 EVERA.M. OF HU Y DAY SEASNTING ON!

Snowshoe Tavern

Cushing, WI • 715-648-5223

You don’t have to go far to get a great meal.

HAPPY HOUR: MON. - FRI. 10 A.M. - NOON & 5 P.M. - 6 P.M.

SERVING BREAKFAST ALL DAY, EVERY DAY

THE TAP

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Suzy Q’s

Main Street, Webster

Kitchen Open Daily: 11 a.m. to midnight

ALSO SERVING OUR FULL MENU

KARAOKE APPRECIATION CONTEST

DEER OPENER SPECIAL Sat., Nov. 20

Prime Rib Dinner - Served 6 p.m. ‘til gone Good Luck Hunters!

This contest is for anyone who likes to sing. Everyone who sings will have a chance of winning!

• Qualify Fridays, Nov, 12, 19 & 26 THE • Get an entry ticket just for singing Get up to 3 tickets each night TAP •• Weekly winners receive a $25 Gift Certificate Main St. • $300 in cash & prizes awarded on Nov. 26 We b s t e r • Must be present to win any prize 866-9950 • Only one prize per person on Nov. 26 Tell your friends and family about this great contest.

Whether you are a star or not, you have a chance!

See complete rules at bar. 525395 2a 2DH

Wed., Nov. 24

HUGE DEER WIDOWS PARTY Drinks - Dancing - Fun

Friday, Nov. 19.................................................KARAOKE Saturday, Nov. 20 WEAR YOUR ORANGE AND GET $2 OFF YOUR BREAKFAST Hunters Food & Drink Specials Daily

Sunday, Nov. 21

YELLOW RIVER SALOON & EATERY

1 mile north of Webster • 715-866-7473

Open 7 Days A Week • Serving Lunch & Dinner

Open at 11 a.m. Mon. - Fri. & 10 a.m. Sat. & Sun.

Mon...........................................................25¢ WINGS 4 - 10 p.m.

Tues......$2 12” PIZZA W/BEVERAGE PURCHASE 4 - 10 p.m.

Wed..................................................BUCK BURGERS 4 - 10 p.m.

Thurs..................................ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT RIBS $9.95 Fri..................................................WALLEYE FISH FRY $10.95 Sat...............................................................PRIME RIB 5 - 10 p.m.

MONDAY NIGHT, 7 P.M.

TEXAS HOLD’EM

PLUS 25¢ WINGS, 4-10 P.M.

SPORTSMEN’S CLUB

MEAT RAFFLE FRIDAY, 5 P.M.

Join Us Sunday, Nov. 21, For The

GREEN BAY/ MINNESOTA GAME

FREE Ta cos During The Game FREE Tap Beer Or $1 Off Any Drink With 525397 Green Bay Touchdowns!

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GREEN BAY vs. MINNESOTA BORDER BATTLE Live Broadcast - Red Rock 105.7

Drink Specials • Half-Price Appetizers & Food Specials During The Game Wear Your Colors For Drink Specials, Prizes & Drawings!

THANKSGIVING DAY BUFFET, Thurs., Nov. 25, Starting At 11 a.m.

JOIN US TUESDAYS FOR BARGO

6:30 p.m. • Free to Patrons • Win Meat - Door Prizes & Up To $500 Cash

WEBSTER LIONESS MEAT RAFFLE EVERY FRIDAY 6:30 P.M. 525427 2a 2DH

D DREAMERS REAMERS (Formerly St. Croix Grille) 710 State Rd. 70, Grantsburg • 715-463-3055

THE WEBB LAKE CABARET in beautiful downtown Webb Lake

715-259-7780

Attention Hunters!

Live at the Cabaret

5 BIG NIGHTS!

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Friday, November 19 thru Tuesday, November 23.

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EXOTIC DANCERS

Fishbowl Bar Located 2 miles north of Danbury, Wis. on Hwy. 35.

715-866-4354

27924 Yellow Lake Rd.

Webster, Wis.

~ LUNCH SERVED DAILY ~ Serving Breakfast Saturdays & Sundays, 8 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

~ EVENING SPECIALS ~

Mon. All-You-Can-Eat Soft- or Hard-Shell Tacos........$7.25 Tues. 12 Lg. Butterfly Shrimp w/fries & coleslaw, $ Incl. reg. beer or rail drink (served Noon till gone). . . . . . 7.25 BBQ Pork Ribs. choice of potato & soup or salad. . .$8.95 Wed. All-You-Can-Eat Chicken......................................$8.95 Thurs. Serving Starts At Noon All-You-Can-Eat Chicken Wings & Fries, $ Incl. reg. beer or rail drink........................................... 7.50 Fri. All -You-Can-Eat North Atlantic Cod...............$10.50 Sat. Specials (Starting At 1 p.m.)

Mexican Platter.....................................................$10.95 Sun. Serving Our Chicken Picnic Special Starting at 1 p.m.

HAPPY HOUR: SUNDAY THRU FRIDAY 4 - 6 P.M. - 75¢ OFF

Yellow Lakes & Rivers Assoc. Meat Raffle Every Saturday, 3-5 p.m.

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Attention Attention Wisconsin Wisconsin D Deer eer Hunters!!!

H u n te r s ! ! !

Monday, November 22, Hearty Dinner Night, 5-9 p.m. Hot Turkey, Hot Beef or Hot $ 99 Pork Sandwiches, served with mashed potatoes & gravy..............

Tuesday, November 23 Save The Deer Population! 2-For-1 Hamburgers, served 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Wednesday, November 24 Mexican Night.................12 Entrees $9.99 & Under & a FREE Margarita Thursday, November 25..............................................Closed Thanksgiving Day

7

Also serving food Friday, Saturday & Sunday featuring our full menu.

We have the best beer & off-sale prices in Burnett County.

Wi-Fi Now Available

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Frederic teachers tag out on some nice bucks

Frederic Schools special education Frederic business education teacher Susie Zeiler proudly hoists up teacher Ryan Pagenkopf harvested the buck she shot with a bow recentthis 9-point Canadian whitetail. ly.

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Kelly Hopkins, Frederic Middle and High School English teacher, took a 201 pound 10-point buck. She is pictured with her 3-year-old son, Lane.

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