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Wednesday, May 8, 2013 Vol. 124, No. 38 • Shell Lake, Wis.

We e ke nd w atch • Theatre in the Woods Pizza and Play • FFA Mother’s Day plant sale @ Shell Lake • Free rummage sale See Events page 6

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Breakfast is getting cold ...

Jim Bernecker: “Work Till You Drop” and repeat Page 2

SPORTS Track athletes catch up with schedule

See pages 14-16 Having a breakfast of champions? Eric Bitney, son of Mike and Nancy Bitney, is eating cereal on the deck of his parents home on Thursday, May 2. — Photo by Nancy Bitney

Strong tourism growth

SLAC’s Evening with the Stars Gala set

Tourism spending in Washburn County up more than 9 percent in 2012

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SHELL LAKE - As last week’s Washburn County Register went to press on the first day of May, weather forecasters were warning of a record-setting snowstorm heading across northwestern Wisconsin.

And they were right. Six to 12 inches of snow and more fell across Washburn, Bayfield, Ashland, Sawyer and Iron counties on May 1 and 2. Schools in Washburn County were either canceled or delayed by two hours. The impact across the area was seen on roadways that were snow or slush covered and very slippery, causing travel to become difficult. The heavy wet snow caused some tree branches to break under the weight, potentially affecting power lines and precautionary preparedness. The record-breaking snowfall will quickly become a distant memory as temperatures in the 70s arrived this week ... ushering in the real spring.

The results of a historic May 1 snowfall in Washburn County. - Photo by Danielle Moe

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SPOONER — For the nearly 97 million travelers that visit Wisconsin in a year, it’s all about the fun and memories, but for the state’s taxpayers and residents, it’s all about the jobs and tax revenue those travelers support.

A study conducted by Tourism Economics shows that the impact of tourism on the state’s economy was $16.8 billion in 2012, up 5 percent from the previous year.

Locally, travelers to Washburn County spent $24.9 million in 2012; an increase of 9.35 percent

from 2011. The average increase across the state was 5.01 percent. Washburn County ranked sixth out of 72 counties in percent of increase.

Tourism also brought in $3.3 million in state and local taxes, an increase of 5.8 percent from 2011.

These increases represent the many new initiatives that Washburn County Tourism Association and all of its partners have been working hard on over the past several years.

In April of 2013, the Washburn County Tourism Association’s board of directors conducted a planning session to see what the organization could do to move tourism ahead in Washburn County. Out of that session came a very ambi-

See Tourism growth, page 3

City code changes agreed upon Plan commission hears report on legal review of outdated city code

by Danielle Moe Register staff writer SHELL LAKE - At the Shell Lake City Plan Commission meeting on Monday, May 6, council members discussed details of the many proposed changes to different portions to the currently outdated city code.

The first topic on the agenda was the public hearing on the rezoning of the city-owned parcel of land south of the Shell Lake Marine from RC-1 to C-1.

The rezoning was requested to facilitate the sale of the property to Shell Lake Marine. The motion was seconded and carried.

Rod Ripley came before the commission to air problems arising from the Washburn County Historical Society’s proposed garage building project. The garage is intended for storage and possibly the eventual public display of the society’s Shell Lake-brand boats.

After Ripley voiced concern over the loss of time the project has already experienced, a motion was passed to waive the zoning and vari-

ance fees for the project, to speed the process to the building stage. Ripley said that the Washburn County Historical Society is volunteerdriven and is committed to maintaining pieces of the area’s past for current and future generations to enjoy. On average 300 people a year visit the society’s museums, between the Springbrook Church Museum and the Washburn County Historical Society Museum Complex, and are well known throughout the world.

The final topic on the agenda involved commission discussion regarding the work Alan Harvey, of Community Code Service, has been directing on the city code. A lawyer from the Madison area, Harvey detailed the numerous changes that need to happen to the currently out-of-date city code.

Changes in the code regarding outbuilding structures produced discussion.

Issues that arose to code changes for outbuildings were aesthetics, water runoff onto neighboring property, simplicity to understand and setbacks.

Currently the building code allows for up to two detached structures with a total combined square footage of 1,280 square feet. The proposed change for larger lots, due to the 40-per-

See Code changes, page 3

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Jim Bernecker: ‘Work Till You Drop,’ and repeat

by Danielle Moe Register staff writer SHELL LAKE — James Bernecker, Jim to most, is what you call salt of the earth, living by his farming family’s “work till you drop” motto has seen him through the years.

He moved to point out a photo of the barn with the motto painted on the front.

“Esther’s nephew, Bruce Goodland, thought that would be appropriate for us, this goes back probably 40 years now.”

Bernecker reminisced how Goodland helped them on the farm.

“He looked forward to that, and we did too, there was nobody to bother him and he loved that,” the memory invoking Bernecker’s easy laughter.

Bernecker’s family moved from Hinckley, Minn., to the 460-acre farm outside of Shell Lake in 1961 and that, “is all history now,” said Bernecker laughing. Quick to laugh and quicker even to smile, the 79-year-old’s eyes crinkle at the edges from a life well lived and loved. “We have always had milk cows here, 34 when we started and when I sold out two years ago we had 34,” he said proudly. The friendly farmer is content to grow alfalfa and corn and to keep his 12 head of beef cattle. “I guess I’ll keep that up for as long as I can,” he said winking and laughing.

Besides being consumed by the farm and his family, Bernecker served for 20 years on the Town of Dewey Board as chairman from 1971 to 1991, as the secretary-treasurer of the Shell Lake Fire Association for 10 years and served a three-year term on the Shell Lake Co-op Board of Directors. “That’s what woke me up and I got rid of everything, I just wanted to go farming,” he said chuckling.

His straightforward nature is as reassuring as the cows he raised for 50 years, and evidence of his skill at storytelling is displayed as he keenly details the year of

The Bernecker barn, located on CTH H in the Town of Dewey, is emblazoned with the family motto.

Jim Bernecker with the framed photograph of the farm, surrounded by the numbers and names of every cow he and Esther raised. — Photos by Danielle Moe 1968. “That was the wettest year I’ve ever had, putting up first-crop hay in August,” he chuckled remembering. “It was wetwet that year, some of the fields I never planted. I even had to plow some under, but that’s the way it went ya know,” he recounted shrugging and smiling. “One year in the ‘60s my net income was 41 cents a day,” his brows pulled together as he considered shrugging, “we survived anyway, that was part of it.”

In June of 1972, Jim married Esther Meister and the two of them became a team. “She fed the cows and calves and I milked, otherwise we did everything together,” recalled Bernecker. The couple has one daughter, Dawn Bayer, who was married three years ago in August.

“Well I’ll just show ya the wedding picture,” he said excitedly, and there in the living room is the large photo displayed with honor above the sofa. “There she is,” he said beaming with pride at the photo, “that’s the whole wedding party there on the hayrack, they went all for a ride on that,” he said with a wide smile, the love for his family plainly displayed on his hard-worked features.

In carefully stitched patches are the

photos that detail his life, in the quilt Esther had made commemorating his 50-year anniversary of farming. “There’s the horse, well Esther wanted a horse, so daughter wanted a horse, and so we had a horse,” he laughed remembering, “So they took a picture of me on the horse,” he finished shrugging and smiling. Adding names and stories to the faces staring back, the family is more than just flat photographs of times past.

Since first starting out, the invention of artificial insemination has had the most impact on his farming methods. “It was quite a change, because back then everyone had their own bull, but it has all changed.” He smiled, slapping the table in memory. “As far as machinery goes, gee whiz! We had an old John Deere A, and my dad rode that thing out there day after day with a two-bottom plow. The size of machinery now, it’s monstrous, it’s all changed.”

The changes and advancements to farming are better, but some things have changed a little too fast. “You kind of sit back and think, all this blows my mind.

I’m not caught up, it’s ever-changing all the time,” he said shaking his head.

Everything changed for Jim when Esther broke her ankle in November of 2010, and in February the cows were gone. “I got a hired guy to help out, but it was finally time to just get rid of the cows,” Bernecker said acknowledging that not having Esther’s help sealed the deal. “A long time ago people wound up working in the neighborhood, going between your neighbors, silo filling, thrashing oats, you just helped each other. Now you don’t even know your next door neighbors anymore,” he said sadly looking down at his hands.

The world is a changed place, especially in the farming industry where small farmers are having a harder time than those with big-time financial backing. It would be a costly dream to start out on your own today. “Everything is just about prohibitive, with the cost of land, the cost of all this machinery,” he stated plainly, rubbing his face, “I don’t think you can start out without a lot of family help and backing.” The future of small-time farming looks uncertain from Bernecker’s perspective, but where there is a will there is a way, and with him there is only room for one. “I guess I am different,” he accepted, “I can’t see getting bigger. What for? Why?” he asked incredulously, “I’d rather own what I got, because those other guys, they can’t make it,” he declared with a can-do attitude, which has made the farm what it is today. From constantly improving the soil, growing better crops and improving the cattle herd, after 50 years he is happy with the results. “We succeeded, let’s put it that way,” he laughed in earnest, “You just try to do a good job.” He is content with what they accomplished and how they did it, and it fills his features. “No regrets, just a lot of long hard hours, ” he added nodding to himself in agreement.

Through all the hardships he saw during those years, not having any days off was the most difficult. “In a way you’re programmed,” he explained. Even with a hired hand coming and helping, the labor-intensive work continued nonstop every day. “You got things to do, and things you want to get done, nobody else is going to do them, so you just do it, that’s my attitude about it,” he declared frankly.

The things that should have been done could make a person gray, but being Bernecker, he keeps things light and positive, “Hindsight’s pretty good,” he said laughing, “I’ll just try to do better this year.”

Jim and Esther Bernecker with the quilt of family photographs made to commemorate 50 years of farming.

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Chief deputy to be keynote speaker Law enforcement memorial ceremony is May 15 in Eau Claire

serving in office.

Richter, who has been a deputy for 28 years, personally knew eight law enforcement personnel who died and whose death impacted not only their families and the department, but the community at large. “These people were our mentors, our fellow workers and our friends,” he said.

Last year Richter read the names of the local law enforcement officers who had lost their lives as part of the remembrance ceremony held outside the law enforcement center in Shell Lake. “It was harder than I thought. When you had personal ties with these people, it’s difficult to remain distant as you read their names.”

This year there could be as many as

by Diane Dryden Register staff writer WASHBURN COUNTY - Mike Richter, Washburn County Sheriff’s Department’s chief deputy, will be the keynote speaker for this year’s Northwest Wisconsin Regional Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony on Wednesday, May 15, in Eau Claire.

Each year this group accesses speakers from both the Eau Claire County Sheriff’s Department and police department as well as the Wisconsin State Patrol, the Menomonie Police Department, the Rice Lake Police Department and this year, the Washburn County Sheriff’s Department, in order to honor those in law enforcement who have lost their lives while

Washburn County Sheriff’s Department Chief Deputy Mike Richter will bring the keynote speech at this year’s memorial event in Eau Claire. - Photo by Diane Dryden

300 people that will gather at the Florian Gardens in Eau Claire for the annual ceremony and a full schedule of prayer and gun salutes and speakers that include a roll call going back to 1881 will be read.

“Mike is the perfect person to bring the keynote speech,” said Sheriff Terry Dryden. “As our training officer he is responsible for our employees education in firearms and schooling, so he is up close and personal with every member of our staff. Combine that with his long law enforcement history in this county and you have the perfect person for the job. I am very pleased that he’s giving this address and representing our department at this auspicious gathering.”

“One of the saddest parts of law enforcement,” says Richter, “is that cops get a huge funeral, but receive very little thanks for the job they do every day by taking the risks that keep the community safe. Law enforcement is the link in their defense.”

Fishing opener marked by record-smashing snowfall

by Mike Simonson Wisconsin Public Radio STATEWIDE - Wisconsin’s fishing opener had everything: Thanks to recordshattering snowfall Thursday it had cancelations, overflowing rivers and even ice-fishing.

The Governor’s Fishing Opener on Lake Namakagon was near the bulls-eye of the storm, with 18 inches recorded west of Clam Lake, easily besting the record set in 1960 at Medford of 12 inches.

Pat Jones of the Happy Hooker Bait

Shop in Hayward says you can’t fight Mother Nature: “It’s still winter basically up here. Once the lakes do open up, people are anxious to get up. We get calls every day wanting to know the status of the lake.”

At the River Rock Inn on Chequamegon Bay, owner Scott Bretting says he had a ton of cancellations: “A lot of guys like coming up this way for opener that fish the bay, and the bay still has ice on it. It’s tough.”

Cable Chamber of Commerce director

James Bolen says this is usually a hopping time for resorts and bait shops.

“Until the lakes open up and people understand that the lakes have opened up and spring has sprung, there’s going to be a delay in them coming up, which really is stretching already thin wallets of business people a little thinner.”

Ironically, Bolen says the ice and snow was an advantage, at least in attracting more than 200 guests to the governor-less Governor’s opener - many of them outdoor writers.

“We actually had a record number of attendees. Many of them came because of the historic nature of the weekend. Some of them got on the open water on Lake Namekagon. Others went out on the Namakagon River trout fishing. Some hit nearby lakes that had open water. And a brave crew actually went out onto Lake Namekagon and ice fished as well.”

But the forecast is warm, the economy is recovering, and all three say inquiries and bookings are strong for the coming season.

This is May? May was ushered in by a record-setting snowstorm, producing the opportunity for some fun - and unusual - photo opportunities.

Returning to Shell Lake after spending three months in Florida, this snowbird (photo at left) must be trying to keep her suntan in spite of the May 2 snowfall. At right, this water bird didn’t seem to be enjoying the weather as it attempted to swim through icy waters. - Photo at left submitted, photo at right by John Reed

Tourism growth/from page 1 tious goal to increase visitor spending by 25 percent over the next five years. The organization had rolled out a new marketing plan in 2010 and will be reviewing and rolling out the next wave of marketing goals for the 2014 budget year.

“Tourism is our main economic driver in Washburn County and Washburn County Tourism Association has worked very hard to grow the industry in our area over the past few years,” said Michelle

Voight, executive director.

“The numbers that came out this week are very encouraging and we feel that we are on track to meet our goal of increasing visitor spending by 25 percent in Washburn County over the next five years.”

The Washburn County Tourism Association wants to keep the momentum going and will be rolling out many new projects over the coming months. If you would like to learn more about the organization

and how you can be involved, contact Voight at 715-635-9696 or tourism@washburncounty.org.

Statewide, traveler spending generated $1.3 billion in state and local revenue and $977 million in federal taxes.

“The past two years have been outstanding for Wisconsin’s tourism industry and the two-year $2 billion growth that is reported in the research confirms what we hear from businesses and destinations as I

travel the state,” said Department of Tourism Secretary Stephanie Klett. “Investing in tourism promotion and marketing at both the state and local level is an effective way to attract visitors, enhance the state’s image and keep the economy growing.”

The Department of Tourism worked with a national research firm, Longwoods International, and Tourism Economics to produce the reports. — from Washburn County Tourism Association

sion agreed upon this change.

In addition changes to the current zoning code were discussed.

Nonconformities were discussed in detail due to major changes in the Wisconsin state law that requires amendments to the zoning code. Nonconformities are old existing buildings or lots that in present use are permitted under the current zoning district, but do not meet its requirements.

Issues arise when the building becomes unsafe and the owner wants to repair it.

Impacted are the legal rights the local government has in determining what is right for the community and following the law.

The state law placed zoning code articles

into three three distinct nonconforming zoning categories: nonconforming uses, nonconforming lots and nonconforming structures. The changes in the state law affect how local governments can deal with each category separately.

Harvey discussed each category and how the code needs to reflect the necessary changes. Also brought to the commission’s attention were changes to the current code to stay up to date regarding conditional use permits, building, rezoning, comprehensive planning codes, and how group homes can be addressed.

Code changes/from page 1 cent density rule, would allow up to 2,400 square feet with no one building exceeding 1,800 square feet.

Ken Schultz voiced concern about lowering the maximum height of the sidewalls on a building when the current maximum height is 35 feet, detailing issues owners may have with installing overhead doors.

After deliberation the proposal of lowering the maximum height to a 22-foot peak and a 14-foot sidewall was agreed upon.

Aesthetically, pole buildings would be limited to nonglare/nongalvanized steel.

The color and design of the pole building would need to match reasonably with the present structure(s).

The suggestion to change the current code to include language that states landowners are solely responsible to know where their lot lines and setbacks are was agreed upon.

Discussion surrounding the scenario if two landowners mutually agreed to put fencing on the lot line was discussed.

Harvey said in that situation the landowners would need to be required to put the agreement down in writing and it would have to be filed with the county to ensure its integrity is maintained. He also pointed out that those neighbors not in agreement would have to adhere to their setbacks on their lot. The commis-

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Jauch and Smith announce community roundtable discussion on synthetic marijuana

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Watch out for Big Brother

Big Brother, Scott Walker, seems to think he knows better than local voters who should run our county government ... and it happens to be his Tea Party majority Legislature.

He is trying to push through a bill to do just that with Milwaukee County. Do we stick our heads in the sand and wait until they come for Washburn, Barron, Sawyer and Burnett too?

We’ve got this extreme right-wing, Koch Brother-serving governor and his Tea Party-friendly legislators because so many citizens chose to sit out the 2010 midterm election. Well, our opportunity to get to the polls and fix that mistake is

coming up in 18 months ... the 2014 midterm election. It will be harder because they have unlimited corporate money to protect them, have manipulated the voting districts to their advantage and are dismantling voting rights laws ... but, the will of the people will prevail if we educate ourselves, share our knowledge, and exercise our duty and right to vote.

So far that vote counts ... but, watch out for Big Brother, Walker, and friends.

They may be coming to take over your “elected” county officials.

Susan Hansen Shell Lake

Teaching: A noble calling Guest editorial by state Superintendent Tony Evers Teachers make a difference. From the youngest students learning to read to college- and career-bound graduates ready for their next steps in education and the workforce, it’s classroom teachers who stand alongside parents in guiding young people on their path forward.

It’s that dedication to the future that keeps teachers going even in a political atmosphere that put a target on their backs, making them the most scapegoated of Wisconsin public servants.

The past two years have been exceptionally difficult with larger class sizes, all sorts of new workplace rules, and lost wages, benefits and resources to support students. Whether you believe Act 10 was wise or wrong, it has changed the working environment in our public schools and that has had an impact on staff morale.

This year’s MetLife Survey of the American Teacher found teachers job satisfaction had dropped to a 25-year low. Only 39 percent of teachers surveyed nationwide for the February 2013 report said they were very satisfied with their jobs, down from 44 percent a year earlier. Researchers attributed the dissatisfaction with budget cuts leading to larger class sizes and fewer resources.

This is something we know about here.

The last state budget cut $1.6 billion in public education funding.

The situation can change. Wisconsin’s 2013-15 budget bill, which is being worked on now, could improve education finance in our state, but it will take courageous action by legislators. They need to fix funding that is essentially flat for public schools because it favors policy proposals that expand and increase funding for independent charter

and private voucher schools. Politics is no easy task, but for the sake of our 870,000 public school children, increasing funding for our public schools is a worthy fight.

The women and men who educate our students know the value of a worthy effort. That’s why they went into teaching. Educators don’t work with kids for fame, though occasionally a parent or student will offer thanks. They don’t teach for wealth, though a family supporting paycheck and benefits thatinclude a dignified retirement should be a minimum. Those who work in education love children and gain satisfaction by helping young people learn new skills, master new lessons. That melding of tenderness and high standards, skill and persistence, devotion and optimism makes teaching a noble calling.

And that is the encouragement I have to offer for the May 5 to 11 observance of Teacher Appreciation Week. To the men and women in our schools, for the young people entering college who always dreamed of being a teacher — teachers make a difference.

While some would discourage young people from becoming teachers, I feel just the opposite. The politics around education will be difficult for the foreseeable future, but our students will always need talented teachers.

Public education is making dramatic changes. We are boosting college and career readiness for all students through new assessments based on the Common Core State Standards and a new evaluation system that includes educators in making decisions about how evaluation will improve classroom instruction and student achievement. These innovations make it a great time to be in education.

Be a part of the future. Make a difference. Teach.

Northern legislators will meet with local leaders in Barron SHELL LAKE — State Sen. Bob Jauch, D-Poplar, and Rep. Stephen Smith, DShell Lake, will join a group of community leaders to discuss the problems caused by synthetic marijuana in northwestern Wisconsin on Friday, May 10, at 11 a.m., at the Barron County Justice Center in Barron. The roundtable will include local elected officials as well as representatives from local law enforcement and the health care and human services community.

Jauch authored legislation that was signed into law in 2011 banning the possession, distribution and delivery of syn-

thetic marijuana after being contacted by local government and law enforcement officials in northern Wisconsin who were concerned about the dangers of using unregulated synthetic drugs.

The Wisconsin Department of Justice has alerted the Legislature to problems that have occurred with the enforcement of the law. Jauch and Smith are working with DOJ as well as the lead authors of the law, Sen. Shelia Harsdorf and Rep. Gary Bies, on language to address this issue.

This community discussion is open to the public. Anyone interested in learning more about the state’s effort to fight against the spread of synthetic marijuana is encouraged to attend. — from the offices of Sen. Jauch and Rep. Smith

Closed for Remodeling competes in Launchpad regional competition

Shell Lake band Closed for Remodeling recently competed in the Launchpad regional competition in Chippewa Falls. Members shown (L to R): Brett Holman, Sage Alberts and Nick Muska. — Photo submitted CHIPPEWA FALLS — A Shell Lake band, Closed for Remodeling, competed in the Wisconsin State Music Association Launchpad regional competition recently. This is the first time a group from Shell Lake has entered the Launchpad competition. Launchpad is a statewide, alternative music competition for Wisconsin high school students who are in bands formed outside of the traditional music classroom ensembles. Launchpad and other WSMA programs help young people discover and expand their full musical potential.

Closed for Remodeling members are Sage Alberts on the drums; Nick Muska, vocals and acoustic guitar; and Brett Holman, bass guitar. Credit is given to Ben Kunselman, Shell Lake band director, for his guidance and willingness to work with the band. Kunselman has experience playing bass and he

helped critique the band during practice sessions.

There were 13 other bands in the competition. Bands ranged from heavy metal rock to vocals with acoustics. Each band played three songs. Most were rock songs and most songs were original songs by the bands. Every 25 minutes, a different band played.

Closed for Remodeling did a great performance. However, they were not selected as one of the three state finalists or the alternate. There still is a wild card position, which will be based on Internet fan evaluation of random songs from all the regionals. The judges had positive comments about this local band’s style, vocals and overall effect. Their biggest praise was from other bands who expressed surprise that Closed for Remodeling wasn’t selected. — submitted

Bewley and Jauch introduce legislation for small business owners

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MADISON – State Rep. Janet Bewley, D-Ashland, and Sen. Bob Jauch, D-Poplar, are introducing legislation to help small auto repair shop owners. Assembly Bill 163 and Senate Bill 144 will create a vehicle registration exemption allowing a garage or repair shop to operate an unregistered vehicle for purposes of service and testing.

“I was contacted by a constituent, who owns an automotive repair facility in my district,” Bewley said. “On several occasions the repair shop has been asked to test drive a vehicle when the registration had expired. Like many other small repair shops, they faced a choice between breaking the law or turning away a customer. This bill is a simple, cost-effective way to ensure a repair shop is able to operate within the law in the course of doing business.”

“Rep. Bewley and I worked closely with the Department of Transportation on this bill, and we believe it offers a solution that makes sense for repair shop owners and local law enforcement,” added Jauch. “It’s a commonsense approach to the issue, and we look forward to working with our colleagues to pass the bill soon.”

Under the bill, a motor vehicle held by a repair shop that is traveling to and from the facility while being operated for the purpose of repair, service or testing is exempt from vehicle registration. This legislation was developed in cooperation with the Department of Transportation and has bipartisan support in both houses of the Legislature. — from the office of Sen. Jauch

MAY 8, 2013 - WASHBURN COUNTY REGISTER - PAGE 5

Area news at a glance TOWN OF LORAIN — A car and a Frederic school bus collided Thursday morning, April 25, causing injury to the driver of the car and reportedly one of the 14 students on the bus. The driver of the car, Elizabeth Lowe, Luck, was traveling north on CTH O when the bus, driven by Elmer Nagel, Luck, eastbound from the stop sign at CTH I, pulled into her path, apparently not seeing the Lowe vehicle. Lowe, who suffered injuries to her hands and face, told authorities she was on her way to work and sees the bus almost every day and did not think the bus driver would pull out. All 14 students were checked out by EMS personnel at the scene before being released to parents and/or guardians. The collision caused front-end damage to the car and minor damage to the bus. — from the InterCounty Leader ••• CUMBERLAND — Recognizing his years of dedication to the city, Cumberland Fire Chief Barry Kuenkel was named 2013 Citizen of the Year at the Cumberland Chamber of Commerce annual banquet. Presenting the award to Kuenkel were fireman Scott Kruegar and chamber President Jon Hile. — from Cumberland Advocate ••• CHETEK — A Chetek man who collided with an Amish buggy near Chetek last fall, then fled the accident scene while driving his semi, will spend eight years in prison, according to Barron County Circuit Court documents. Brian J. Holst was sentenced Friday, April 26, after pleading guilty to two counts of hit-and-run, causing great bodily harm, in connection with the Oct. 31, 2012, accident. Three other similar charges were dismissed, as was a sixth charge of reckless driving causing great bodily harm. Holst will serve consecutive four-year terms at the Dodge Correctional Center in connection with each charge. He was given credit for the 176 days already served in the county jail.

The five people injured were rural Chetek resident Felty H. Lambright, the driver of the buggy, his wife, Lorene, and three girls ages 10, 9 and 7. Police were led to Holst through information from an exgirlfriend, whom he allegedly told about the accident. In a later interview with investigators, Holst said he panicked and left the scene after he hit the buggy. —

Shell Lake Lions Calendar Winners April 29 - $30 Lynn Nordin, Spooner April 30 - $30 Ernie Cathers, Shell Lake May 1 - $30 Scott Meyers, Poplar Grove, Ill. May 2 - $30 Joel Anderson, Sarona May 3 - $30 Rory Anderson, St. Paul, Minn.

The Potter’s Shed Winners also announced on WJMC FM Radio

Temps & levels

Temperatures recorded at Spooner Ag Research Station 2012 April 29 April 30 May 1 May 2 May 3 May 4 May 5

High Low 55 40 61 41 61 42 72 50 80 54 75 46 66 47

2013 April 29 April 30 May 1 May 2 May 3 May 4 May 5

High Low Precip.

72 42 .03” rain 72 49 76 40 .13” rain 41 29 7.7” snow 37 29 .8” snow 46 32 .13” mixed precip.

65 34

Lake level: May 7, 2012: 1,217.73’ MSL

Precip. .0” rain .04” rain .98” rain .69” rain

from Barron News-Shield ••• RICE LAKE — Charles M. Blair, Spooner, who used a stolen credit card to get nearly $5,000 in cash from a Rice Lake bank, will spend 30 days in jail after pleading guilty to misdemeanor theft according to Barron County Circuit Court records. The court noted that $4,900 in restitution had been paid in full. In August 2011, Blair was charged with three felony counts of stealing another person’s identification for financial gain. Barron County authorities learned that someone had used a credit card stolen from a Minnesota resident to obtain $4,900 cash at Citizen’s Community Federal Bank at the Rice Lake Wal-Mart on May 18, 2011.

A day later, the same person returned to the store and tried to purchase five $1,000 gift cards and four iPads worth more than $2,800, but all transactions were denied.

— from Barron News-Shield

Weight limits lifted from most Washburn County roads WASHBURN COUNTY — Jon Johnson, Washburn County highway commissioner, announces that the spring weight limits on Washburn County highways will be removed Monday, May 13, with the exception of CTH M from Hwy. 77 south to Elliot Road. The load limits will remain on that section of CTH M until further notice.

Permits to allow travel over the posted limit are available. Contact the Washburn County Highway Department at 715-6353183 for these permits. — from WCHD

Jauch and Petrowski to attend public listening session on aquatic invasive species HAYWARD — Sen. Bob Jauch, D-Poplar, and Sen. Jerry Petrowski, R-Marathon, will attend a listening session hosted by the Spider Chain of Lakes Association of Sawyer County focused on legislative proposals to prevent and control aquatic invasive species in Wisconsin. Both Jauch and Petrowski represent parts of Sawyer County.

Aquatic invasive species pose an ecological and environmental threat to Wisconsin lakes and waterways. The listening

U-turns on freeway crossovers are dangerous and illegal SPOONER — If you miss your exit or need to change direction on an interstate highway or other freeway, you might be tempted to make a U-turn at a median crossover that connects with the opposite lanes. It’s a temptation you must resist.

The signs warning that U-turns at freeway crossovers are illegal should be your first clue that the maneuver is not only against the law, it’s dangerous, too.

“If you slow down to make an illegal U-turn at a crossover, other drivers traveling behind at highway speeds may not be able to slow down and react in time. And when you attempt to merge back into traffic lanes from the crossover, your vehicle will be re-entering at less than highway speeds and in the path of oncoming drivers when they least expect it,” says State Patrol Lt. Dori Petznick of the Northwest Region. “Instead of making an illegal and dangerous U-turn, you should proceed to the next freeway exit and then use the overpass to get to the on-ramp on the opposite side. It’s well worth the extra time

• Charles Smith, living just west of Minong, was brought to the Shell Lake hospital in critical condition with a punctured lung as the result of having his dwelling blown down on him during the height of the windstorm that visited the Minong area. When the storm approached, his wife and four foster children went down to the cellar and luckily escaped injury.

Neighboring communities suffered heavily. Four people were fatally injured. Carl Hackelberg, 65, Hertel, was killed when a large tree fell on him. Lorraine Knipschield, 16, was killed when the barn on her parents farm was demolished in the Indian Creek community. Frank Novak, Amery, was killed when his barn collapsed. Mrs. Mahony, Amery, was killed when trapped in her home which was demolished.

• Among 837 men graduating with the rank of ensign from the Navy’s Officer Candidate School at Newport, R.I., was Miles E. Miller, son of Mrs. E.R. Miller, Shell Lake.

• The Northwest District 4-H Drama and Music Festival held at Barron was made up of 4-H clubs from Polk, Barron, Burnett, Rusk, St. Croix, Sawyer and Washburn counties, and Washburn County was represented by a boys quartet. The group, under the leadership of Harriet Swan, won a first rating, which entitled them to a trip to the Milwaukee State Fair. The quartet was made up of Dick Swan, from All Day Workers; Alvin Olson, from Brickyard Comets; Peter Hubin, from Double B 4-H Club; and Lee Swan, from South Dewey 4-H Club.

• Sally Clanton was confined to her home with the mumps.

1963 - 50 years ago

• Mrs. John Bakker Jr. sailed from New York aboard the SS United States on her way to visit her parents in Norden, Germany. Her boat docked in France and later the same day in England before arriving at Bremerhaven, Germany, where her parents met her with a car to drive to Norden.

• New officers for the Shell Lake PTA were the Rev. D. Nordeen, president; Mrs. Duane Flogstad, vice president; Mrs.

and distance.”

Earlier this year, the state patrol responded to a crash caused by a driver who slowed down in the left lane of I-39/90 southbound in Dane County to make an illegal U-turn from a crossover. Traffic around the slowed vehicle had to brake suddenly to avoid a crash. A driver who attempted to avoid hitting the slowed automobile lost control of his vehicle and was struck broadside in the right lane by a southbound semi. The driver, who was hit by the semi, sustained serious head injuries.

By law, crossovers may only be used by law enforcement and other authorized vehicles. Drivers of these specially equipped vehicles are well-trained and extremely cautious about using freeway crossovers.

For all other drivers, a violation for illegally crossing a divided highway in Wisconsin costs $263.50. — from Northwest Region-Spooner State Patrol

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session will continue the important discussion of developing a strategy to combat this threat. Local lakes associations from around northern Wisconsin have been invited to attend and share their views.

The public is welcome to join the northern legislators to talk about their concerns and to share their recommendations on how to combat AIS in Wisconsin. — from the offices of Sen. Jauch and Sen. Petrowski

Compiled by Suzanne Johnson

Gerald Lindman, treasurer; and Mrs. John Schullo, secretary. At the meeting, Helen Adams, famous Cumberland teacher and former Shell Laker, gave a talk on The Teacher and the Classroom. One of her main points was that it is important that each child feel they belong to the group.

• The Shell Lake Bakery, owned by Earl and Sharon Markgren, moved across the street to the former post office building.

Additional space was much in demand said Earl. Shell Lake Apparel Shop, owned by Vernaline and Stephen Johnson, moved across the street to the former Shell Lake Locker Plant building.

• The 16-ounce Coke was claimed to serve three full glasses for less than 3 cents a serving.

1973 - 40 years ago

• Mrs. Herman Rohde, Shell Lake, was the grand-prize-drawing winner following the grand opening of the Shell Lake Liquor Store. Her prize was a hand-cut crystal decanter.

• Residents of Lakeland Manor in Shell Lake had an Easter cake donated to them by the Sarona Snowmobile Club. The club also donated a cake to the Spooner nursing home.

• Darrell Aderman, director of the Indianhead Arts Center, presented a set of recordings, “That’s It,” recorded at the center by James Christensen, Mark McDunn, Bobby Christian and Aderman, to Shell Lake librarian Mrs. John McNabb as a donation from the Shell Lake Development Corporation.

• Hub and Tatts Hoskins were honored by the Shell Lake Chamber of Commerce as Hub was named Citizen of the Year.

Mary Creech, Shell Lake’s first female chamber of commerce president, presented Hub with a plaque.

1983 - 30 years ago

• Cindy Heino, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Heino, was named valedictorian of the senior class. Mary Melton, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Melton, was named salutatorian.

• King and queen of Shell Lake’s prom were Dan Slater and Melissa Zaloudek.

Other members of the court were Robyn Dahle, Butch Erickson, Kim Lindemann, Tim Ross, Renee Roe, Dave Thomas,

Cheri Olek and Scott Taubman.

• Michael Roubik, Shell Lake High School, was among Wisconsin’s top high school mathematics students after a statewide contest.

• Amanda Burnham, third grade, and Mike Knox, fifth grade, were named Good Citizens of Shell Lake Elementary School.

1993 - 20 years ago

• The second-annual communitywide Mother-Daughter Banquet was held at the Shell Lake Community Center with hostess Gina Lewis. Sue Pederson and Polly Parker provided musical selections and guest speaker was Robin Goldman.

Finalists for Mother of the Year were Mabel Allen, Shirley Hile and Pat Smith.

Hile received the honor.

• The Wisconsin Association of Homes and Services for the Aging selected Lilli Bakker, Shell Lake, as the recipient of the Distinguished Service Awards at an awards banquet held in Pewaukee.

• Members of the Shell Lake High School Teen Council donated books to the young adult section at the Shell Lake Public Library. Making the presentation were Shannon Poppe, Ali Haesemeyer, Joahna Peterson, Tyler Pockat, Jeff Naglosky, Jennifer Donatell, Laurali Glessing, Tim Peterson, Tom Crosby and Sarah Melton.

• Amy Todd was named Terraceview Living Center Youth Volunteer of the Year.

2003 - 10 years ago

• Shayna Hall, Shell Lake, was named Spooner Rodeo Queen for the 50th-annual Heart of the North Rodeo. Jennifer Sandstrom, Barronett, was named princess.

• Taking individual first place in WEMA awards were fifth-grader Brandon Degner and fourth-grader Hannah Bartz.

• Kathryn Cardwell, daughter of Sandra and Dale Cardwell, Shell Lake, was awarded the Presidential Scholarship from Wartburg College in Waverly, Iowa.

• Marine Corps Pfc. Ernest A. Zeimer, son of Deb Zeimer, Shell Lake, and Curtis Zeimer, reported for duty with Marine Wing Support Squadron 371, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, Marine Corps Air Station, Yuma, Ariz.

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Thursday, May 9 • The Shell Lake Lions Club meeting, 6:30 p.m., Shell Lake Community Center.

• United Ostomy Association local support group meeting, 1:30 p.m., Mayo Clinic Health System, Rice Lake. More information, call 715-637-5020.

Friday, May 10 & Saturday, May 11 • Free rummage at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church. Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. limit; Saturday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., no limit. All are welcome.

No reselling, please. Location is on Hwy. 70 and Hwy. 53. Look for signs.

Friday, May 10 • FFA Mother’s Day Plant Sale, 1 p.m., Shell Lake 3-12 school.

• Theatre in the Woods Pizza and Play, 6 p.m., Erika Quam Memorial Theatre, 605 1st St., Shell Lake. Reading of the play, “The 39 Steps.” For more info visit titw.org.

Saturday, May 11 • Washburn County Food Distribution in conjunction with Ruby’s Pantry, Spooner Middle School Tech Ed Building on Elm Street.

Tickets 9 a.m. Distribution 9:30 a.m. Volunteers needed. Contact 715-635-9309, 715-468-4017 or 715-222-4410.

Monday, May 13 • Shell Lake Schools Pops choir concert, 7 p.m., 3-12 school gym.

Tuesday, May 14 • Moms Club meets at Faith Lutheran, Spooner, 10 a.m.

Wednesday, May 15 • Games and activities, 1 p.m., Shell Lake Senior Center.

• Shell Lake Public Library Board of Trustees meeting, 5 p.m., at the library. The public is welcome.

• The Washburn County Humane Society open board meeting 5:30 p.m., state patrol headquarters, Spooner, 715-635-4720.

Thursday, May 16-Saturday, May 18 • Big Rippley Trekkers Relay For Life garage sale, Sarona Town Hall Thursday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Friday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; and Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon. All items are free. A goodwill cash donation is requested.

All proceeds go to the American Cancer Society.

Thursday, May 16 • Shell Lake PTA meeting, 6:30 p.m., in the 3-12 school library.

Baby-sitting available.

• “Consider the Conversation” short film on the many issues we all face at the end of life, 7 p.m., Spooner High School Auditorium, sponsored by Regional Hospice Services and Spooner High School.

Saturday, May 18 • Evening with the Stars Gala, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Shell Lake Arts Center.

Monday, May 20 • Northern Lights Camera Club, 7 p.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, 1790 Scribner St., Spooner.

• Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group, 5 p.m. group activity, 5:30 p.m. dinner, 6-7 p.m. meeting, Lakeland Family Resource Center, 314 Elm St., Spooner, 715-635-4669.

Tuesday, May 21 • Shell Lake/Spooner Masonic Lodge 221 meeting, 7 p.m., at the lodge.

Thursday, May 23 • First Year Parenting class, 5-8:30 p.m., Spooner Annex Building, UW-Extension conference room. Call Deb Meyer at 715635-4444 or deb.meyer@ces.uwex.edu.

• The Shell Lake American Legion meeting, 6:30 p.m., Friendship Commons.

• Shell Lake VFW meeting, 7 p.m., Friendship Commons.

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Improving quality of life in the rural area BARRON — Barron Electric Cooperative recently donated $500 to both Lakeview Medical Center Hospice and Regional Hospice.

General Manager Dallas Sloan said, “We are proud to support these organizations, which provide a valuable service to residents of Northwest Wisconsin.”

Hospice provides a special kind of home care for people with terminal illnesses and their loved ones. The goal is to make the final days, weeks and months of those who are dying as comfortable as possible.

Kris Fetkenheuer, Lakeview Medical Center Hospice volunteer coordinator, said, “Thank you for the generous donation for our Lakeview Medical Center Hospice Voices for Hospice’s 2013 fund-

raiser.” Carol Stage, public relations for Regional Hospice, said, “The donation will help the Catch a Dream program, which was started to leave the family of a hospice patient with a comforting lasting memory. One patient had the opportunity to ride on an Army tank, similar to the one her father drove during World War II.” Funds for community donations are made available through the Federated Youth Foundation, an administrative trust overseeing unclaimed capital credits of former members. Barron Electric has served the rural area since 1936 and currently provides electricity to nearly 18,000 members. — from Barron Electric

Pat Neeley and Carol Stage of Regional Hospice Services receive a check from Barron Electric’s Spooner line superintendent Brian Schulz.

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Saturday, May 11 • Relay For Life fundraiser for Lynn’s BVGS AKA Bugs bake sale, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Enjoy flowers and treats. Bashaw Valley Greenhouse, Hwy. 63, Shell Lake.

Tuesday, May 14 • Second-annual Taco Tuesday at Greener’s Reel ‘Em Inn, 5-8 p.m.

All you-can-eat tacos and silent auction. Sponsored by Team Survival of Sarona United Methodist Church. All proceeds to Relay For Life.

Friday, May 31 • Team Survival Relay For Life team from Sarona United Methodist Church will be serving a fish fry during the Relay For Life event, with opening ceremonies at 6 p.m.

Thursday, May 16-Saturday, May 18 • Big Rippley Trekkers Relay For Life garage sale, Sarona Town Hall Thursday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Friday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; and Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon. All items are free. A goodwill cash donation is requested.

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Indianhead Community Action Agency is looking for volunteers to help out in their thrift store and food pantry. Food pantry volunteers must be able to lift at least 25 lbs.

Please stop in to ICAA at 608 Service Road and pick up an application or call 715-6353975 for more information.

••• The Washburn County Area Humane Society is looking for volunteers to update and maintain their website and to research and apply for grants. For more information, call Susie at 715-468-2453 or email wcahs@centurytel.net.

••• Terraceview Living Center Inc. is providing opportunities for talented volunteers skilled in group and one-to-one interactions with the elderly. Seeking services between 3-7 p.m. daily. There will be flexibility in scheduling your services. Orientation is provided. If you are interested please stop by their office and fill out an application.

••• Faith in Action of Washburn County is looking for volunteers to provide direct services to seniors and adults with disabilities. Tasks might include transportation, light housekeeping, light yard work, fix-it jobs, telephone and in-person visits. Training is provided, and all volunteers choose what they want to do and when they want to volunteer. For more information, please call 715-635-2252 or email Faith In Action at faithinactionwc@yahoo.com.

••• Washburn County Unit on Aging is in need of volunteer drivers for the Meals on Wheels program and the medical escort program.

This is a great opportunity to socialize, meet new people, travel and help others. Mileage is paid to volunteers who use their own vehicles when transporting and/or delivering. You must possess a valid state of Wisconsin driver’s license and be able to read maps, road names and street signs. If interested, please contact Eva at the Aging and Disability Resource Center in Spooner at 715-635-4460.

••• ICAA Crossroads Literacy is looking for tutors in reading, health and computer skills. If interested, please contact coordinator Jean Walsh at 715-790-7213 or email walsh7213@yahoo.com.

••• To publish a volunteer opportunity, submit it to us by Monday noon. Email it to wcregister@centurytel.net, bring it to the office, or call 715-468-2314. Please list the type of volunteer work you need, as well as dates, times and length of service. Make sure to include your contact information, including your name and phone number.

When the volunteer position is filled, please let us know so we can take it off the list. This service is offered free of charge in an effort to bring the community together so those that are looking for help can find those that are looking to help.

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Washburn County Genealogy Room is closed until June 1. The room will be open each Saturday from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. during the summer. Volunteers will be available to help the public. Please call 715-635-7937 information.

Monday: Celebrate Recovery meetings at 6:30. This is a Christcentered recovery program. Meetings take place in the Community Life Center at Spooner Wesleyan Church, Hwy. 70 West. For more information, call 715-635-2768.

• First Friends Playgroup open to all children. Focus on infants and their caregivers with sensory stimulation and movement experiences. Art project materials provided and the morning closes with circle music time and instrument exploration. 10 a.m. to noon at Lakeland Family Resource Center, 314 Elm St., Spooner.

Monday and Thursday: Washburn County Alzheimer’s Day Respite Program is held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, Spooner. Daily fee includes lunch and a program of crafts, exercise, games, music, quiet time, etc. For more information, call 715-635-4367.

Tuesday: Women Healing Women support group at Time-Out Family Abuse Outreach office, every other Tuesday, 4-5:30 p.m.

For survivors of domestic abuse and/or sexual abuse. Free, confidential, closed after first session. For more info or to register, contact Time-Out Family Abuse Shelter Outreach office at 103 Oak St., Spooner, WI 54801, 715-635-5245.

• Ala-Teen meets at 6:30 p.m. in the New Life Christian Center in Rice Lake. Use the back entrance.

Wednesday: Lakeland Family Resource Center open from noon to 3 p.m.

• AA meeting, 7 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, Spooner.

• 9 a.m. to noon, sewing at Shell Lake Senior Center.

• Kidstime-Parentime at Lakeland Family Resource Center, 314 Elm St., Spooner, 10 a.m. to noon. Learn, discuss and share ideas and experience to enrich parenting skills. Preselected art or play materials available for children of all ages. Kidstime-Parentime provides quality time for families, networking for parents and a social opportunity for both parents and children. The last Wednesday of the month a potluck lunch is held at 11:15 a.m.

Thursday: AA meets at 7 p.m. at Calvary Lutheran Church, Minong.

• Al-Anon meets at 8 p.m. in the cafeteria at Indianhead Medical Center, Shell Lake.

• Library Fun For Little Ones, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Shell Lake Public Library. A time for stories, craft and a snack. No age minimum or maximum for participants.

• Washburn County Historical Society Research Room open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Located in the basement of the main museum. Also by appointment. Call 715-468-2982.

Thursday and Monday: Washburn County Alzheimer’s Day Respite Program, see listing above.

••• Domestic abuse and sexual assault are crimes. Time-Out provides free, confidential victim support. If you or someone you know is experiencing violence in a relationship, please call 800-924-0556.

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ADOPTABLE PETS OF THE WEEK This is Tacoma, he is a min pin, When he first came in he was ever so thin.

As you can see, he is looking good now, And all that it took was some care and some chow.

Tacoma’s so happy and is so much fun, He’s so energetic, and man can he run.

He doesn’t like cats, well the way that he should, Some dogs are OK, but all people are good.

Tacoma is 5 and has one special need, A pill every day to keep him up to speed.

It’s not a big deal, but we thought best to tell, As this one little pill helps Tacoma stay well.

We know you will love him as much as we do, With a smile like he has, he makes you smile, too.

Dogs for adoption: 3-year-old black/brown/white female terrier/dachshund; 2-year-old neutered black Lab; 8-month-old Lab/hound mix, adult male brindle/white boxer mix and a 9-year-old male German shepherd.

Cats for adoption: 8-month-old female black/white shorthair; 2-year-old neutered gray shorthair; 1-yearold male orange/white shorthair tiger; 1-year-old female Siamese/tortie/tiger mix; 1-year-old female shorthair black/brown tiger; three 10-week-old shorthair tiger kittens; 8-month-old female gray/black shorthair tiger; 6-month-old shorthair calico/tiger mix; 2-year-old spayed shorthair calico; 1-1/2-yearold neutered gray shorthair; 3-year-old neutered/ declawed longhair tabby; 1-year-old male orange tabby; 6-month-old female tiger/calico mitten kitten; 1-1/2-year-old neutered gray/white shorthair and an 11-month-old female orange/brown tiger.

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School libraries receive $30.1 million in Common School Fund payments MADISON — Public school districts throughout the state will share $30.1 million in library aid paid April 29 from the Common School Fund, the only state funding specifically designated for the purchase of materials for school libraries.

Aid is based on the number of children between the ages of 4 and 20 living in each school district. This year’s school library aid payment was $24.71 per child for 1,218,203 children counted in the 2011-12 school census. Funding is down by $2.4 million from last year. The census total was down by 6,486 children as well. Districts must use Common School Fund library aid by June 30 for the purchase of books, media materials or computer equipment that is housed in the school library.

“Aid from the Common School Fund provides important support for school libraries, which are a proven resource that helps our students develop important skills and supports academic achievement,” said state Superintendent Tony Evers. “Aid from the Common School Fund is often the only funding school libraries receive to purchase new materials.”

Local school districts are set to receive the following: Birchwood, $8,450; Cumberland, $29,131; Frederic, $18,136; Grantsburg, $27,624; Hayward Community, $63,970; Shell Lake, $17,395; Siren, $14,257; and Spooner, $46,674.

A majority of the fund’s principal is invested in loans to municipalities and school districts through the State Trust Fund Loan Program. This program provides loans for projects that include school repairs and improvements, local infrastructure and economic development, as well as capital equipment purchases.

Funds distributed as library aid consist primarily of interest that is generated from those loans. — from WDPI

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Wisconsin 4-H after-school program receives $13,000 from JC Penney SPOONER — Wisconsin 4-H Youth Development has a chance to develop or expand after-school programs in 11 counties around the state, thanks to a $13,000 grant from the JC Penney Round Up for After-school program. The grant will be distributed to 4-H after-school programs in Buffalo, Crawford, Fond du Lac, Iron, Langlade, Lincoln, Menominee, Sheboygan, Trempealeau, Washburn and Winnebago counties.

“Grants will be given to programs to help youth build important life skills through learning about nutrition, healthy life choices, science and technology,” says Wisconsin 4-H Youth Development after-school specialist Ju-

lieAnn Stawicki. “Each of the programs promotes quality youth development by offering positive, supportive relationships with adults and opportunities for youth to contribute to their communities.” The after-school programs will mostly serve children in grades K-5.

Some programs will begin in the summer of 2013, and the rest will continue through the following school year.

To learn more about the JC Penney Round Up for Afterschool program, visit jcpenneyafterschool.org/. More information about Wisconsin 4-H Youth Development after-school opportunities is available at 4h.uwex.edu/ afterschool/index.cfm. — from UW-Extension

My Great Aunt Doris Looking through old volumes of the Washburn County Register, I learned that at one time Shell Lake honored a special woman as Mother of the Year.

Twenty years ago, in 1993, that honor went to Shirley Hile. The Mother of the Year for 1992, Gina Lewis, made the announcement during a mother-daughter banquet.

Ten years before, in 1983, as a fifth-grade teacher, Shirley was named Teacher of the Year. After reading of Shirley’s recognition, I started recalling memories of my great-aunt, Doris Turnquist.

To describe how Doris is my aunt almost sounds like the beginning of a country western song. Doris was my grandfather, Lewis Carlson’s, sister. Lewis married Margaret Melin. Doris married Margaret’s uncle Ted. Therefore Ted was my grandmother’s uncle and brother-in-law.

Doris was a schoolteacher. She taught grade school for the Luck School District during my childhood. What I remember most about Doris was that she loved to entertain. When there was a bridal shower in the family, it was hosted by Doris. If it were a holiday such as Memorial Day, off to Aunt Doris and Uncle Ted’s we would go. Seems like anytime there was a celebration, Doris hosted a party. I remember one warm day as several of us took a walk through the field on the Turnquist farm, Doris, always the teacher, explained various plants we saw. I remember as a young girl being content to sit and listen to the adults talk while we were at Aunt Doris’. Because she was a schoolteacher, there were always books to read and school supplies available to help entertain us children, too.

Aunt Doris was one that always remembered people with a card. Before there was the wide variety of cards available as we have today, I remember her commenting

that she wished there was a card to send to someone that had the perfect words when you knew the person wasn’t going to get well.

Whenever we had a celebration at our home for graduation and confirmation, we could count on Aunt Doris and Uncle Ted being there. There was even a time when my siblings and I were in a Christmas Sunday school program and Aunt Doris and Uncle Doris Turnquist was a special Ted were in the aulady.

— Photo submitted dience enjoying our off-key singing and memorized parts of a story they had heard several times. Christmas presents were passed out to the children from under the tree placed in the front of the sanctuary. Among the little gifts from my Sunday school teacher, I also received a doll from Aunt Doris and Uncle Ted. Aunt Doris was the mother to a son and a daughter. I don’t know if she ever received any public recognition for that or for her years of loving students and teaching them. I do know that there is a special place in my heart for Aunt Doris. I, too, enjoy giving cards and notes to people. I must have learned from her example.

Beyond the office door • Suzanne Johnson

Workshop on free-roaming cats to be held SPOONER — Farm, Feral and Stray, a nonprofit community animal welfare organization, is offering a free workshop to organize a trap/neuter/return program for free-roaming cats in Washburn County.

The workshop will be held Wednesday, May 29, 6 p.m., at the Department of Natural Resources, located on Hwy. 70 just west of the intersection of Hwys. 63 and 70, Spooner.

There are approximately 14,000 free-roaming cats in Washburn County. Currently there are no organizations available to provide services to humanely reduce

those numbers. Volunteers will learn how to coordinate the humane trapping, transport and recover stage of the program.

Farm, Feral and Stray is a nonprofit organization that relies on donations, volunteer fundraising events and grant funding to offer free or low-cost sterilization services for free-roaming cats in Wisconsin communities.

To reserve your space at the workshop as well as to receive handouts please call 715-501-8488, or email tanyaffs@outlook.com. — from Farm, Feral and Stray

Washburn County Republican Party delegates attend state convention ROTHSCHILD — Paul Wharton, the Washburn County Republican Party chairman, and fellow delegate Brenda Schlonger attended the annual party’s state convention this past weekend.

Local Congressman, Sean Duffy, dressed in lumberjack plaid flannel, served as convention chair. This year was the first time the 7th Congressional District hosted the RPW state convention. Over 1,000 members and delegates attended; a record for a nonelection year. In addition to the convention, the Washburn County Republicans participated in a food drive that collected over 2,000 pounds of nonperishable items for the Hunger Coalition of the United Way. Washburn County delegates had the opportunity to share ideas and to interact with Gov. Scott Walker, Lt. Gov. Rebeca Kleefisch and Sen. Ron Johnson, as well as with congressmen, such as Paul Ryan, and with leiglsators and state senators. Walker and Congressman Ryan have become national leaders in the party and are rumored to be on a short list of 2016 presidential contenders.

Washburn County Republican Party Chair Paul Wharton, left, and Congressman Paul Ryan during a recent convention.

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For younger demographics, job prospects grim

by Shamane Mills Wisconsin Public Radio STATEWIDE - Young Invincibles, a national policy group for young people, visited Wisconsin recently to assess the job prospects for the age 18-29 demographic.

For 53 weeks straight, the national unemployment rate for those age 18-29 has been in the double digits.

In Wisconsin, just half of those young people who have jobs work full time. State Department of Workforce Development economist Dennis Winters says the recession that officially ended in 2009 has had lasting effects for young people.

“As we went through the Great Recession, it hit about every sector across the country. Some that took the greatest impact were the youth, essentially inexpe-

rienced, and they were bumped off the payrolls or not hired as older, more experienced workers were available. ” The national group Young Invincibles is giving this demographic a voice, reminding policy makers of a situation that jobless youth are painfully aware of. Aaron Smith directs the Young Invincibles. He recently met with Wisconsin high schoolers enrolled in youth apprenticeship programs for nursing, manufacturing and welding.

Smith state, “I’m talking about the economy and the decision, and whether to go to a two-year school or four-year school or any school at all, a lot of people are worried about debt. They’re worried about going to college and not finding a job afterward.”

Data shows those who do get a four-year degree or higher generally earn more. But Smith says young people should look at all career options. Wisconsin’s apprenticeship program was the first in the nation. In 2012, Wisconsin had 9,600 apprentices training in over 200 occupations.

NRCS announces sign-up period for Conservation Stewardship Program

Walker reiterates plan to divert UW funds in budget

by Shawn Johnson Wisconsin Public Radio MADISON - Gov. Scott Walker reiterated plans to divert University of Wisconsin funding, following revelations about the size of UW’s cash reserves.

Walker initially budgeted a $181 million increase in state funding for the UW. he says he’ll make sure the cash reserves are enough to make sure the UW can continue to offer a quality education.

“Then I think there’s going to be room to put addi-

tional money aside in the budget out of those surpluses for two key areas: for additional funding for public education in the state and for potentially additional relief for hardworking taxpayers in the state.”

Walker won’t say how much he wants to cut the UW or how much he wants to boost funding for K-12 schools and tax cuts. State Superintendent of PUblic Instruction Tony Evers says he’s cocerned about taking money away from one part of public education to hand it off to another.

Tomatoes and pepper highlight annual plant sale WASHBURN/BURNETT COUNTIES - Think summer, think vegetable gardening, and what almost invariably comes to mind is tomatoes.

Sun-ripened, fresh-from-the-vine tomatoes so full of flavor they almost make a person swoon.

That is what the North County Master Gardeners Association plan to put into the hands of gardeners on Saturday, May 18, at its 11th-annual plant sale. Specially chosen heirloom tomatoes and a variety of peppers will be featured at the sale. Due to spring’s late arrival this year, the planned perennials are not ready, but the Master Gardener volunteers said they might have some surprises in that department, too.

Heirloom tomatoes were the cornerstone of the group’s very first plant sale. Since then, NCMGA has increased the number of heirloom choices and added a few of their

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Though hundreds of the plants will be at the sale, they tend to sell out quickly, and gardeners are advised to go early for the best selection. The sale begins at 8 a.m. at the Spooner Ag Research Station and runs until the plants are sold out.

The proceeds go toward supporting the Demonstration Garden that is open to the public on Orchard Lane, just east of the ag station; for garden-related grants; for promoting horticulture in Sawyer, Washburn, and Burnett counties; and other horticultural projects.

Master Gardener volunteers come together from many backgrounds. They find common ground in their appreciation for growing plants, whether edible or ornamental.

They are trained volunteers who assist the University of Wisconsin-Extension staff by helping people in the community better understand horticulture and the environment, and they donate thousands of hours worth of their time each year toward that end.

Further information about the sale can be found at wimastergardener.org. - from NCMGA

SPOONER — The Natural Resources Conservation Service has announced that they will be accepting applications for the Conservation Stewardship Program until Friday, May 31.

CSP is offered in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and the Pacific and Caribbean island areas through continuous sign-ups with announced cutoff dates for ranking periods. The program provides many conservation benefits including improvement of water and soil quality, wildlife habitat enhancement and adoption of conservation activities that address the effects of climate change. All producers are encouraged to apply for CSP. The program, authorized in the 2008 Farm Bill, is a voluntary program that offers payments to producers who maintain a high level of conservation on their land and who agree to adopt higher levels of stewardship. Eligible lands include cropland, pastureland, rangeland and nonindustrial forestland. A CSP self-screening checklist is available to help producers determine if CSP is suitable for their operation. The checklist highlights basic information about the CSP eligibility requirements, contract obligations and potential payments. It is available from your local NRCS office. For more information in Burnett for Washburn counties contact the Spooner NRCS office at 715-635-8228, ext. 3.

USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer and lender. To file a complaint of discrimination, write: USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Ave., S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call 800-795-3272 (voice) or 202-720-6382 (TDD). — from NRCS

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Downtown Basket Project This year the Shell Lake Lions Club and the City of Shell Lake offer you the opportunity to purchase a basket in memory of or in honor of someone special to you. Posters downtown and a press release will list those memorialized and honored.

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Area writers corner

by Sylvia Oberle I heard their call, rushed out, and looked skyward to see a pair of sandhill cranes heading toward our wetland. Minutes later, a second pair followed, flying high above me. After a winter that just wouldn’t quit, I welcomed this sign of spring.

Sandhills are the most abundant crane species in the world. Wisconsin is home to a great many of them. But did you know Wisconsin is also the home of the rarest species of crane, the whooping crane? Both species have interesting stories in their past.

In the 1930s, Aldo Leopold reported sandhill cranes down to 25 breeding pairs in Wisconsin. Now, they are common here and I’ve enjoyed watching that first pair for the last three years. They surprised me last year, strutting up and down our cornfield protecting three rusty-brown chicks. Sandhills have a red cap, mate for life, and usually lay two eggs. So my pair is special.

Wisconsin is also home to whooping cranes, the most rare of the 15 crane species. Now since I’m a birder-hiker, I made a visit to the International Crane Foundation near Baraboo. It was fun to take photos of two free-roaming whoopers on the 100-acre restored prairie and wetland.

Success with my camera took a while because the big birds kept their beaks in the water searching for amphibians.

In 1941, whooping cranes numbered only 22 individual birds in the world.

Today, thanks to reintroduction, 100 cranes are surviving. It’s not a large number but progress has been made since they were in danger of becoming extinct.

In 1982, one man spent 15 hours a day for six weeks with a whooper just to get it to lay an egg. The egg was fertilized by artificial insemination and when incubators didn’t work sandhill cranes were used to hatch the whooping crane chicks.

In 1999, the International Crane Foundation decided to create a new flock of whooping cranes that would migrate be-

surprised her with a chain of 1,000 cranes in appreciation of her wonderful stories.

There were happy tears that day.

So when it comes to cranes, Wisconsin is home to the most and the least. Sandhills are in abundance now, and hunting allowed, though that makes a bit of controversy. The number of the whooping cranes is up to 100 now and growing. So get out and enjoy listening and viewing.

Join the crane count every April. Or make a visit to the International Crane Headquarters to enjoy a day hike and view some whoopers.

This photo of a whooping crane was taken on April 20. — Photos by Sylvia Oberle tween Wisconsin and Florida. The cranes were trained to follow an ultralight aircraft to Florida. To keep the cranes from imprinting on humans, all trainers and even the pilots wore crane costumes. So far, some young cranes and older birds have successfully migrated. But it has not been an easy task.

The refuge is an educational place when it comes to cranes. In the exhibit pod you can view cranes from Japan, Siberia, Australia and Africa. My favorites were the Japanese cranes with their beaks pointed straight up calling in unison.

That took me back to the year Miss Dori Eto visited our school from Japan.

She was here to translate our children’s

Save the date: Spooner Area District summer school slated for June 17-27

SPOONER — Summer school, scheduled to run June 17-27 from 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Mondays - Thursdays, will offer children ages 3 through 18 years great new learning. Free breakfast and lunch will be offered in the elementary gym each day of summer school thanks to monies from Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.

Summer booklets with course descriptions and registration forms have been released via back-pack express, the Spooner school website: spooner.k12.wi.us, public locations and school offices. Spots fill up quickly, register early.

Explore local forests, theater, businesses, colleges and gardens among other surprise stops. Or check out treasure hunting, messy science, world cultures, tumbling, dance, basketball, musical theater, kindergarten readiness, Spanish, flying things, wildlife games and crafts, gardening, driver’s education, strength and conditioning and much more in this year’s booklet.

Don’t miss this chance to take learning

to new heights while connecting with new and familiar friends.

Many talented, creative leaders will engage children in hands-on learning activities guaranteed to enrich summer vacation. Dynamic teachers will help your child brush up on targeted reading and math skills using high-interest, fun techniques. Your child will experience learning in a deeper way than can be done during the regular school year since activities, including highly motivating materials, can be explored for longer periods of time.

All children in the Spooner Area School District are welcome and encouraged to register. The deadline for class registration is Monday, May 13. Register early. Class sizes limited.

If you have questions or would like to share your talents by volunteering in the summer school setting please contact Karen Collins, Spooner Area Community Education coordinator, 715-635-0243 or collinsk@spooner.k12.wi.us. — from SASD

Pizza and a play at TiTW

SHELL LAKE — Theatre in the Woods invites everyone to Pizza and a Play at 6 p.m., Friday, May 10, in the basement of the Erika Quam Memorial Theatre, 605 1st St., Shell Lake.

Pizza and a Play is a social event during which those present who wish to take on roles in the reading of a play can do so.

No acting is required. Those who do not wish to read may simply listen. Everyone gets pizza.

The play selection for this reading is “The 39 Steps,” a fast-paced, award-winning whodunit packed with laughs and over 150 zany characters. Loosely based on Alfred Hitchcock’s classic spy thriller, “The 39 Steps” follows the adventures of handsome hero Richard Hannay as he encounters dastardly murders, doublecrossing secret agents and devastatingly beautiful women while fleeing from a mysterious organization called “The 39 Steps.”

Previous Pizza and Play evenings have showcased original works for the benefit of the local playwright, brought forth plays for discussion as to their suitability for production in the community or plays under consideration by a director. Always, the evenings have proven to be an enjoyable way to spend an evening with friends and strangers. Some call Pizza and a Play a cheap date.

There is no admission charge, but an optional donation toward the pizza and beverages will be graciously accepted.

Theatre in the Woods Ltd. is a nonprofit community theater serving greater Washburn County and surrounding communities since 1990. The organization is a member of the Wisconsin Arts Board and the Wisconsin Association of Community Theaters and is open without barrier to all interested parties.

For more information visit titw.org.

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literature into Japanese. In return, she taught us about ancient crane stories and myths. Cranes are a sign of peace and luck in Japan.

She also told us a more recent story about radiation after the atomic bomb.

People in her country folded origami cranes for a little Japanese girl to help her get well. If she received 1,000 cranes, she believed she would live. And it worked.

Our students folded colored paper cranes all semester. We carefully hid them An origami crane is a sign of peace and in a classroom closet. On the day of Miss Dori’s going-away party, the children luck in Japan.

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producing 1,500 pounds of sprouts per day for the dairy herd. About two pounds of sprouts will provide the same amount energy as one pound of grain. The JohnBARRON — The Northwest Wisconsin sons use a movable-pen system to graze Graziers Network cordially invites you calves that is very effective in preventing to an organic dairy cow pasture walk at pasture-borne parasites. They add a kefir the Mervin, Diana and Philip Johnson fermentation product to milk to treat sick Farm south of Poskin in Barron County calves and cows, and this has also been on Thursday, May 23, from 10 a.m.-noon. very effective.

In addition to organic milk and rotational The farm is located at 952 10-1/2 Ave, grazing, the Johnsons employ a unique Barron. From Barron, go west about five barley sprout system to supply energy to miles on Hwy. 8 past Poskin, go left or their herd instead of using conventional south for 3-1/2 miles on CTH F, then go grain. left or east one-half mile. Watch for the The Johnsons graze 75 cows of mixed signs. breeds including Holstein, Brown Swiss, For more information, contact UW-ExJersey, Normande and Fleckvieh on 130 tension ag agent Tim Jergenson at Barron acres. They ship their milk to Organic 715-537-6250, Lynn Johnson 715-268-8778 Valley and have been organic farming or Randy Gilbertson 715-520-2112 at for 10 years. Since the beginning of 2013, Northwest Graziers. — from UW-Extenthe Johnsons have been growing barley sion sprouts in a converted garage in trays,

Educational Opportunity Network appointments available RICE LAKE — Adults who have questions regarding educational and career options will have the opportunity to meet with a counselor from the Educational Opportunity Network at area learning centers in May. Make an appointment to visit with EON counselor Jim Dzimiela at Spooner WITC Learning Center on Tuesday, May 14, from 10 a.m.-noon; or at the Shell Lake Public Library on Thursday, May 16, from 10 a.m.-noon.

Dzimiela is also available, by appoint-

ment, to meet with people in his Rice Lake office located on the UW-Barron County campus. Call 800-335-3113 or email james. dzimiela@uwc.edu.

EON is a program of the U.S. Department of Education that is designed to assist adults with career decision-making, academic assistance, educational programs and financial aid information. The EON provides information about technical programs as well as two- and fouryear university programs. — from UWBC

St. Francis de Sales School will “Seize the Day” with their spring concert

SPOONER — Seize the Day is the theme for the St. Francis de Sales School spring concert on Wednesday, May 15. The program will be held in the church and will begin at 6:30 p.m.

The junior band, featuring the thirdand fourth-grade classes, will open the program, followed by the middle school concert band. “Instant Swing Concert” is the title of one of the band selections, which is a wonderful tribute to the big band era. The preschool and elemen-

tary students will get their hearts pumping with a rousing tune called “Jump.”

This part of the program will also feature music from around the world. The concert choir will complete the program with the selections “For the Trumpet Will Sound,” “Elijah Rock,” “Dansi na Kuimba,” and “Seize the Day” from the popular musical “Newsies.”

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Spooner Rodeo queen and princess to be named this weekend

by Bill Thornley SPOONER — Competition for the 60thannual Spooner Heart of the North Rodeo queen will take place at the Spooner Rodeo Arena on Saturday, May 11. Rain, shine or snow, the girls will ride at 10 a.m. sharp.

The 2013 rodeo queen and princess will be announced at 3 p.m. after the judges have finished their interviews.

Six young ladies will be competing to represent the Spooner Rodeo in its historic 60th year. The new queen and princess will begin their reigns at the rodeo BBQ kickoff on Wednesday, June 12.

The girls have prepared their own introductions: Molly Brown My name is Molly Brown and I am the daughter of Kelly and Shawn Brown. I am 17 years old and currently a senior attending Webster High School. I will be attending UW-River Falls for the animal science with an equine emphasis program this fall.

My horse, Ash, is an 8-year-old buttermilk buckskin registered quarter horse.

I have had her since she was 4, and she was the first horse I ever owned. When I bought her she had not had any training, and I welcomed the opportunity to be the one to train her. She is now a wonderful trail horse that we use to help train new horses.

I have loved going to rodeos since I can remember and have always wanted to be actively involved in them. Being a part of the Spooner Rodeo will be a great way to become more actively involved in the rodeo business, and I am grateful to have this opportunity. The Spooner Rodeo has always been one of my favorites, and I would love to help represent it and all it stands for.

Brianna Schaefer Hi! My name is Brianna Schaefer. I am the daughter of Dan Schaefer. I have one sister, Caitlyn. I am currently 17 years old and a junior at Shell Lake High School.

I participate in track and field at Shell Lake High School, the Washburn County Horse Project, and I am an officer for the Twin Valley 4-H Club. Some of my hobbies include downhill skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, and of course, riding horses.

I have always loved horses. I started taking riding lessons when I was 13, and we had horses when I was really little. We have a total of five horses, two of them, Murray and Scotch, are mine. Scotch is a 14-year-old quarter horse gelding. Murray is a 7-year-old quarter horse gelding.

Scotch and I enjoy Western, English, showmanship and trail riding. Murray is my all-around horse. I have done just about everything with him, but the thing that Murray and I enjoy the most is trail riding. We don’t just trail ride around here, we also love to go to South Dakota every year to ride.

I got Murray when I was 13, and I trained him myself, using natural horsemanship methods, and with the help of my trainers. It was a really cool experience to be able to train my own horse.

This helped me learn a lot about horses and myself. I have been taking riding lessons for five years now. I love learning all I can to become a better horse person.

I have been attending the Spooner Rodeo ever since I was young. I love going to the Spooner Rodeo every year.

It has been a dream of mine to try out for Spooner Rodeo queen. This would be a good way to meet people. I would be honored to represent the 60th-annual Spooner Heart of the North Rodeo. I look forward to trying out for Spooner Rodeo queen, and hope to see you all at the rodeo.

Savannah Quinn Hello! My name is Savannah Quinn.

I am the daughter of Foley and Janine Quinn, and I was born and raised in Spooner. I am currently 17 years old and a junior at Spooner High School.

I participate in both the cross country and softball teams at Spooner High School. I am also a member of the class council, Spanish Club and the Washburn County 4-H Horse Project. I am currently the president of the Earth Keepers 4-H Club. I have been in 4-H for nine years and have held officer positions for the majority of those years.

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I hold part-time employment at The Vitamin Source in Spooner and also spend time working with horses. My other interests include snowboarding, downhill skiing, playing volleyball, running, and of course, riding horses. After high school I plan to attend college with a major in social work and a minor in Spanish.

I have been riding horses and taking riding lessons since I was 6 years old.

One of the things that inspired me to start riding and my love of horses was the Spooner Rodeo. I bought my first horse, Blackjack – Jack – who is currently an 18-year-old purebred Arabian, when I was 9 years old. All together my family has three horses.

Jack and I have been showing for many years. We enjoy Western, English, trail class, gymkhana and showmanship. We also like going on trail rides and improving our skills with the Natural Horsemanship Program. I also enjoy driving with our pinto/Welsh pony, Cookie, and training our youngest horse, Chance.

Every one of these disciplines has taught me something new that helps me have a better connection with my horses and other horses I work with. Both riding and horses have developed into very important aspects in my life.

Throughout the years of riding horses, I have come a long way in both my training and who I am as a person. Horses have helped me better understand myself and have helped me accomplish many things in my life. Along the way many people have helped me with my training, each with their own distinct abilities and hands-on experience to help me grow. I have taken something positive from each person who has helped me on my journey to be the person I am today. The Spooner Rodeo has played a big role in my life for the past year. Being a part of the rodeo has helped me step out of my comfort zone and become a more confident person.

I have been attending the rodeo ever since I was young, and it has been my goal to become the Spooner Rodeo queen. I would be honored to have the opportunity to represent the Spooner Rodeo, which has been a part of my life and a great tradition for the entire town of Spooner. I feel that the Spooner Rodeo queen should be a positive, outgoing person who is willing to meet new people and try new things. If selected, I will represent the rodeo in a poised and optimistic way. I look forward to trying out for Spooner Rodeo queen, and I hope to see everyone at tryouts.

McKayla Olson My name is McKayla Olson. I am the daughter of Derrick and Sue Olson and Deb and Kurt Proctor. I am 18 and a senior at Spooner High School. I participated in 4-H showing in the horse project at the Washburn County Fair for six years. Currently I am serving as the president of our FFA chapter and have been participating in the fair as an FFA member. I am very involved with our chapter, always attending leadership conferences around the state and participating in community service activities here in our community. Last year I applied for a proficiency award in equine science through FFA and received a bronze award.

I started taking lessons from Donna Fox when I was 4. She taught me the basics of horsemanship, and I’ve had several horses in the past, gaining a lot of experience. In 2010, when I was 15, I bought my untrained bay Morgan mare, JSM Supreme Breeze. It was a lot of work to train Breeze, but very rewarding.

When I bought her she would hardly lead, but as I worked with her, she began

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to trust me more and more. For the first five months I had her, I did a lot of ground work, and once the sand started to show in the arena I began riding her. We progressed quickly, and I showed her at the Washburn County Fair that year and the following year.

Training Breeze was a very rewarding experience, and I learned a lot. Now Bailey Losey Courtney Berlin that she is well started, I help my My love for horses has inspired me to stepmom train other horses around our recently start working with the Minnefarm. I have been fortunate to have the sota Retired Racehorse Project, fostering opportunity to ride many different horses and rehabilitating retired thoroughbreds. and experience their different person- I work with and retrain the horses so that alities. Throughout my experience with they can be adopted into a loving home. horses, I have had complete support from This program has taught me to always my parents. They have been my inspira- reach for my goals. I hope to someday tion to excel with my horsemanship and own and operate a rescue facility for all to never stop learning. breeds of horses.

I have many future goals and plans.

My involvement in 4-H and MNNRRP Once I graduate from high school I plan has taught me valuable life lessons. They on attending college at UW-River Falls. have taught me good leadership and comI’m interested in a degree in equine sci- munication skills, and have helped me ence or equine administration, to pursue become an outgoing and fun individual. a career in the equine industry and pos- Growing up on the farm and working sibly equine assisted therapy. In addition with horses has taught me responsibility to my career I would like to run my own and patience. I will be a good role model Morgan horse breeding program. to the youth because of all my qualities I have aspired to become Spooner and 4-H experience.

Rodeo queen since I was a little girl and have loved going to the rodeo over the Bailey Losey years. I would be proud to represent the Hello! My name is Bailey Losey. I am Spooner Rodeo’s 60th year as rodeo roy- the daughter of Scott and Arla Losey. I alty. Representing the Spooner Rodeo am currently 17 years old and a junior at would be a wonderful way to meet many Cameron High School. I am a part of The new people and become much more in- Kids from Cameron 4-H project. Once I volved by helping to promote the rodeo graduate from high school I plan to go to and our community. college for something to do with animals, I would also love to be queen because but I am still in the process of deciding I have several people in my family who what field to go into. have been a part of the rodeo over the Horses have been my passion ever since years, and I would like to be part of my I can remember. I have been going to the family tradition. My great-grandfather, Spooner Rodeo since I was a little girl, and Alfred Christiansen, was one of the origi- it really inspired me to be a better rider. I nal founders of the Spooner Heart of the have two horses that mean the world to North Rodeo. My dad, Derrick Olson, me – C.J. and Rocky. My family and I has provided the trophy buckles for the have raised Rocky since he was born, and past 10 years. And my aunt, Susan Olson- he is currently 9. We bought C.J. when he Rosenbush, was the rodeo princess in was 3 and he is now 6. I enjoy showing 1983. It would be wonderful to represent Western, English, and gymkhana. Both of the Spooner Heart of the North Rodeo. these horses have helped me grow in so many different ways.

Courtney Berlin I have been riding since before I could Hi! My name is Courtney Berlin and I walk. I have had many wonderful people am 20 years old. My parents are Lannie help me out along the way. I have learned and Shirley Berlin. I also have a brother, something from every single one of them.

Cooper, and a sister, Chrissy. We have I wouldn’t be where I am today if it a hobby farm just north of Rice Lake, weren’t for those people. which includes horses, cats, dogs, goats, Outside from riding and showing, I cows, rabbits and a hamster. I have been enjoy art, photography, camping and going to the Spooner Rodeo for over 15 pretty much all outdoor activities. I also years, loving the fun and excitement that work at the R Bar with a wonderful group it brings, and I have always wanted to be- of people. come part of it.

I would be honored to represent the I have been riding horse since I was 3 Spooner Rodeo because it gave so much years old and joined 4-H when I was 7 to me as a child and it still does today, years old, participating in several projects that I would love to give back a small including the horse project. I am a volun- part of what it gives to me and everyone teer for the therapeutic riding program, else who goes. I look forward to meeting donating both my horses and my time everyone at our tryouts. Hope to see evworking with physically or mentally chal- eryone at the rodeo. lenged youth. While in 4-H, I have held the positions of club vice president for one 60th Spooner Rodeo year and president for five years. Through The 60th Spooner Rodeo will be held the 4-H horse project, I was elected as sec- July 11, 12, 13 and 14. retary, vice president and president of the To purchase tickets for the 60th Spooner youth board. In 2011/2012 I was elected Rodeo, please call 800-367-3306, 9 a.m. to as a 4-H state youth representative for 5 p.m. only, purchase over the counter at my region. I have also received multiple Washburn County Information Center, sportsmanship awards on the county, dis- 122 River St., or online at spoonerrodeo. trict and state levels. com; or spoonerrodeo@centurytel.net.

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SPORTS

Sports reporter: Larry Samson E-mail results to: wcregister@centurytel.net

Gymnasts attend state meet

REEDSBURG — The AAU state gymnastics meet was held Saturday and Sunday, April 27 and 28, in Reedsburg.

The Kipsters gymnasts from Deutsch’s Gymnastics Training Center, Rice Lake, participated. The AAU meet included 25 teams and 500 gymnasts from Michigan, Minnesota and Wisconsin. Gymnasts attaining a 38.0 all-around or better qualified to the national event in Orlando, Fla. Samantha Martin, Spooner, competed in level 3 age 8A and took third place with an 8.3 on the floor and fourth place on vault with 8.7. She received 8.075 on bars, 8.525 on beam with 33.6 all-around.

Brooke Lehnherr, Shell Lake, in level 3 age 10B, received seventh and scored team points with 8.975 on vault. She also scored team points with 8.45 on floor. She received 8.05 on bars, 8.575 on beam and 34.05 all-around.

Hope Kyrola, Barronett, in level 4 ages 6-7, placed fourth and had a personal best of 7.6 on bars, had a personal best of 7.65 on beam and received 8.825 on vault, 7.65 on floor and 31.725 all-around.

Ashleigh Clark, Spooner, level 4 age 9A, tied for first and scored team points with her personal best of 9.6 on vault.

She tied for sixth and had a personal best

of 7.8 on bars, a personal best of 8.05 on beam and personal best all-around with 34.36, placing sixth. She placed fifth with 8.9 on floor.

Marah Hanson, Spooner, level 4 age 10B, tied for fifth with her personal best of 9.1 on vault. She had personal bests of 6.35 on bars, 7.8 on floor, and 31.15 in allaround. She received 7.9 on beam.

April Kyrola, Barronett, level 4 age 12, earned fifth with 8.15 on bars and sixth with a personal best of 8.8 on floor. She received 9.05 on vault, 7.875 on beam, and 33.875 all-around.

Noelle Nelson, Shell Lake, scored team

points and a third-place finish on bars with a score of 8.15. She earned fourth place with a personal best of 8.2 on floor and fourth place with a personal best of 32.6 all-around. She earned sixth place with her personal best of 8.15 on beam and sixth place with 8.1 on vault.

Meghan Stone, Shell Lake, earned team points with her personal best and fourthplace finish of 8.85 on beam. She tied for fourth on bars with 7.5. She had personal bests on both floor with 7.8 and all-around 32.45. She received 8.3 on vault. — from Deutsch’s Gymnastics Training Center

Shell Lake youth wrestlers compete in Grand Rapids GRAND RAPIDS, Minn — Five Shell Lake wrestlers competed in Grand Rapids, Minn., on Saturday, May 4, at the Greco/Freestyle Minnesota/USA state qualifier.

Those competing were Kale Hopke, Carter Lawrence, Taren Farley, Brady Lehnherr and Koy Hopke The wrestlers continue to show progress in these new styles and ended up with six first-place and four secondplace finishes on the day.

This is the last competitive event for the Shell Lake Youth Wrestling Club this year, but parents are reminded of the plan to have open mat practices throughout the summer for those interested. — from Shell Lake Youth Wrestling Program

Carter Lawrence during competition in Grand Rapids, Minn. — Photos submitted

Kale Hopke prepares himself for competition.

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Shell Lake youth wrestlers competing in Grand Rapids, Minn., on Saturday, May 4, were back row (L to R): Kale Hopke, Carter Lawrence and Taren Farley. Front: Brady Lehnherr and Koy Hopke.

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Koy Hopke taking on his opponent at the Minnesota/USA state qualifier in Grand Rapids, Minn.

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Sports reporter: Larry Samson E-mail results to: wcregister@centurytel.net

SPORTS

Track team finally able to compete again

BALSAM LAKE — “With the only day that we could attend a meet without snow we had some great performances,” praised Shell Lake track coach Katrina Granzin. The Shell Lake track team participated in the Unity Invitational on Monday, April 29.

Placing first in competition was Shania Pokorny in the 400-meter dash with a time of 1:03.00 and in the triple jump with a jump of 34’6”, breaking her previous record by a foot and a half. Hannah Cassel received her first with 51.52 in the 300-meter hurdles. In the long jump, Lindsey Martin’s personal-best jump of 15’5.25”, gave her a first-place finish also.

The girls 4x100-meter relay, consisting of Amber Anderson, Martin, Sheri Clark and Hana Anderson, received first with a time of 54.75. Also placing first was the girls 4x200-meter relay consisting of A. Anderson, Martin, Clark and Emma Thomas, with a time of 1:56.32, and the

girls 4x400-meter relay, consisting of Cassel, H. Anderson, Clark and Pokorny, with a time of 4:30.84.

Second-place finishes went to Pokorny in the 800m run with a time of 2:38.63; Emma Th-oetermas in the 200-meter dash with 29.52; Lauren Osborn in the 1,600meter run with 6:36.34; Colleen Knoop in the discus with a throw of 95’4”; and Tanner Williams in the 800-meter run with 2:18.18.

Cassel received third in the 100-meter hurdles with 17.87. Knoop took third in the shot put with a throw of 30’7”; and Williams received third in the 1,600-meter run at 5:31.16.

Emma Crosby came in fourth in the 3,200-meter run with a time of 17:18.8.

With a personal best, Thomas received fourth in the triple jump with a jump of 28’9.25 inches.

Nick Muska placed fifth in the 3,200-

Lindsey Martin hands the baton to Sheri Clark in the 4x200. It was a good day for the girls relay teams as they took first place in the 4x100, 4x200 and 4x400. The Shell Lake track team participated in the Unity Invitational on Monday, April 29. — Photos by Larry Samson meter run with a time of 12:13.93.

Amanda Brereton was sixth in the discus with a throw of 74’2”. Jessi Buehler was eighth in the 200-meter dash with a time of 30.83 and A. Anderson received seventh in the high jump at 4’2”, while Osborn received seventh in the high jump at 4’2”. David Brereton placed eighth in the 200-meter dash with the time of 26.24; in the triple jump with a jump of 36’5”; and the high jump with a jump of 5’2”. — from Shell Lake Athletic Department

Tanner Williams placed second in the 800meter run with a time of 2:18.18. He later placed third in the 1600-meter run with a time of 5:31.16.

Trevor Anderson had a jump of 14’08” in the long jump at the Unity Invitational on Monday, April 29.

Big loss to Grantsburg

RIGHT: Amanda Brereton placed sixth in the discus throw with a distance of 74’2”.

Lakers lose two to Grantsburg

Beau Skluzacek slides safely into second base, avoiding the tag.

Kaylee Kidder belly slides to avoid the tag. She is one of those players that loves to slide.

Sam Livingston pitched the entire game, giving up nine runs on nine hits and nine walks. He struck out nine batters. It was not a good night for the Lakers as they lost 9-0 to a good Grantsburg team on Thursday, April 30, in Grantsburg.

Photos by Larry Samson

Hailey Flach hit her first out-of-thepark home run. It was a line drive over the right center field in Grantsburg. That was the second homer for the Lakers that day as Kayla Blazer hit one over earlier.

Shell Lake played Grantsburhg in a doubleheader on Tuesay, April 30, losing 10-3 and 11-4. – Photos by Larry Samson

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Spooner track at Unity

Alex Grubbs and Amanda Fosberg ran the 100-meter hurdles. Grubbs placed fifth with a time of 18.18 and Fosberg was not able to finish the race. Fosberg finished fourth in the 300-meter hurdles with a time of 56.43.

Hunter Huth had the best distance for Spooner with a throw of 33’1” at the Unity Invitational.

Photos by Larry Samson RIGHT: Drew Miller placed second in the high jump with a height of 5’10, tying his personal best.

LEFT: Michael Place was in great form and finished first in the 110meter hurdles with a time of 17.89. Spooner competed in the Unity Invitational on Monday, April 29.

Spooner earns 15 firsts at state music competition

The Spooner Select Choir was all smiles before their performance in the Ojibwe Hall at the new Davies Student Center at UW-Eau Claire. After their performance there was no doubt that they had earned a first. Shown (L to R) back row: Spencer Peck, Keith Richardson, Gavin Anderson, Levi Hanson, Ethan Gormong, Tyler Livingston and Nathan Chastek. Front: Director Destiny Schultz, LaShanda Mays, Emma Curran, Adrianna Oakland, Michelle Richardson, Annabelle Revak, Taylor Johnson, Hannah Stellrecht, Lexi Collins, Mariah Schultz, Julia Vogel and Emma Schara.

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Hannah Berkesch scored a second with a trumpet solo at the state solo and ensemble Spooner High School sophomore Annabelle contest on May 4.

Revak earned a first with her piano solo at the state solo and ensemble contest held at UWPhotos by Larry Samson Eau Claire on Saturday, May 4.

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Shell Lake Arts Center presents ninth-annual Evening with the Stars Gala SHELL LAKE — Celebrated as the premier event of Washburn County, the Shell Lake Arts Center will host the ninth-annual Evening with the Stars Gala on Saturday, May 18, from 5:30-11:30 p.m.

The gala is cited as the premier event due to a variety of professional musicians and live entertainment, exceptional food and prizes. The Darrell Aderman Auditorium is transformed into a hub of friends and laughter, and all who enter enjoy the evening. Plan on arriving early at 802 First St. in Shell Lake for a sensory overload of sights, sounds and smells of the grand evening.

In keeping with the distinction of the Shell Lake Arts Center, the Evening with the Stars Gala continues to offer a beloved and innovative evening for guests. Local hit singer Kurt Kunkel opens the evening with legendary tunes followed by the sensational Roxanne Stouffer-Cruz and Friends trio. Shell Lake natives Roxanne Stouffer-Cruz, vocals, and Steve Lewis, drums, are joined by Shell Lake Arts Center faculty and friend Chris Olson on guitar. Guests thoroughly enjoy dancing to the professional-member Shell Lake Arts Center Big Band in the Starlight Lounge.

New to the big stage this year is Home Grown Tomatoes, a central-Wisconsinbased rock band performing hits from the 1970s and ‘80s. Last year’s tent was such a hit that the 2013 outdoor Gala Moon Beams Bier Garten is more than doubled in size as local rock band Stormy Monday and the hit RemmiDemmi Polka Band perform with international cuisine and drinks. Gala guests can enjoy a course of appetizers before hors d’oeuvres, desserts and beverages.

Roxy Stouffer-Cruz will delight the crowd with her vocal stylings at the ninth-annual Evening with the Stars Gala at the Shell Lake Arts Center on Saturday, May 18. — Photo submitted In addition to music and cuisine, the gala is known for impressive silent auction items, which have been donated by artists and businesses both locally and nationally. Silent auction bids and Reach for the Stars drawings ticket purchases will be open throughout the evening with winners announced beginning at 10 p.m.

Andrew J. Savas, local designer and jeweler, has once again donated a remarkable custom piece, which will be given away to the winner of the Heads or Tails contest.

The Shell Lake Arts Center is grateful for sponsorships from AgStar, Becky’s Food and Spirits, Dahlstroms Lakeside Market, Louie’s Finer Meats, Schmitz’s Economart and the Shell Lake Chamber of Commerce. “Their donations make a substantial impact on the quality evening

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we are able to provide,” commented an arts center staff member.

Since 1968, the Shell Lake Arts Center has emerged as an influential leader in the northwestern Wisconsin arts community. It has provided educational and enrichment opportunities through summer camps and workshops, graduate classes for music and art teachers, concerts, and support for area schools. The focus of the gala is to raise funds to ensure quality programming. The Shell Lake Arts Center is commemorating 46 years of arts education this summer.

For more information on the Evening with the Stars Gala, please call the Shell Lake Arts Center office at 715-468-2414, or visit the website, shelllakeartscenter.org.

Tickets are available at the Shell Lake Arts Center office or online.

Available tickets may be purchased when the doors open at 5:30 p.m. on May 18. — from SLAC

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The Wild Rivers State Trail is open all year, however, the county forest trails are not scheduled to open until the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend. Please check trail conditions prior to riding by calling 800-367-3306 or visiting washburncounty. org/tourism.

For more information on the Minong Trails Club and the new campground, visit minongtrails.com or call 715-4665000.

To order your free trail map from Washburn County, visit washburncounty.org/ tourism or call 800-367-3306. — from Washburn County Tourism

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MINONG — What could be better than waking up in the morning and being able to head right out on the ATV trails for the day? The new Minong ATV Campground will allow you to do just that. The campground is scheduled to open Friday, May 17, and is located at 802 S. Railroad St., along the Wild Rivers State Trail in Minong and features 10 RV sites and five tent sites. RV sites offer electric, water and sewer. Amenities include a dump station, trailer parking, comfort station, grills, pavilion and Wi-Fi. The Minong Trails Club, with the help of Washburn County Forestry, submitted a grant in 2011 to establish the campground on the village of Minong’s property. The building of the campground was completed in the fall of 2012 and will be maintained by the Minong Trails Club.

Minong, located in Washburn County, is surrounded by hundreds of miles of ATV and UTV trails. The beauty of the north woods makes the nearby trail systems some of the best in the Midwest.

The Wild Rivers Trail runs from Rice Lake, directly through Washburn County, north to Superior and connects with the

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Send death notices/obituaries to P.O. Box 455, Shell Lake, WI 54871 or e-mail wcregister@centurytel.net

Debra “Debbie” Sandstrom

Debra “Debbie” Sandstrom, 56, Shell Lake, died Friday, May 3, 2013, at Indianhead Medical Center in Shell Lake.

She was born Nov. 8, 1956, in St. Louis Park, Minn., to John and JeNola (Stieve) Copeland. Debbie was a customer service manager at Bank of the West in Spooner for 25 years. She was very active in the Heart of the North Rodeo Committee, Washburn County 4-H program and Washburn County Humane Society. She enjoyed being outdoors in her vegetable and flower garden and riding her horses.

Debbie’s door was always open for family, friends and animals alike. More than anything, she cherished the time spent with her grandchildren.

Debbie is survived by her son, Jeremy Sandstrom, Shell Lake; her daughter, Jennifer (Dean) Arnes, Barronett; grandchildren Lucas and Logun Arnes and baby Lily Jo on the way; sister Sharon (Rick) Alery, Blaine, Minn.; niece Emily Booth and nephew Aaron Booth; and other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, May 9, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Spooner, with Pastor Russ Leeper officiating. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Barronett. Pallbearers are Caleb Leudtke, Steve Trulen, Aaron Booth, Rick Alery, Robert Housel, Wally Trulen and Danny Perry. Visitation is 4-7 p.m., on Wednesday at Skinner Funeral Home, Shell Lake, and one hour prior to services on Thursday at the church.

Skinner Funeral Home, Shell Lake, was entrusted with arrangements.

Fern Spafford

Fern Spafford, 91, Spooner, passed away on Wednesday, May 1, 2013, at Country Terrace in Spooner.

Nina “Fern” King was born Oct. 7, 1921, in Spooner, the daughter of Charles and Anastasia (Brown) King. She attended school in Spooner and then graduated from the University of Wisconsin, Superior with a bachelor’s degree and the University of Minnesota with a master’s degree in education. She began work as a teacher in Shell Lake for a few years before taking a position with the Spooner Elementary School in 1941. On May 29, 1945, Fern was joined in marriage to William Reau Spafford. Fern continued teaching until her retirement in 1982. Teaching was her passion and she was devoted to educating the youth of Spooner. The English and social studies curriculums developed by Fern for the Spooner School District were recommended by Dr. Poole of the University of Wisconsin education department to be used as a guideline for school districts throughout the state of Wisconsin. She received many

requests from various school districts for copies of these curriculums. Fern enjoyed playing bridge and helping at the food pantry. She was a devout Catholic with unshakable faith who attended St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church in Spooner.

Fern is survived by her children, Mike Spafford (fiancee Terri Thompson), Spooner, Patricia (Gary) Dusing, Rockford, Ill.; granddaughters Brett Spafford, Black River Falls, and Ashley Spafford, Portage; and several nieces and nephews.

Fern was preceded in death by her parents; husband William; and grandson Michael.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held May 7 at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church in Spooner with Father Ed Anderson officiating. Casket bearers were Tony Baier, Jim Bethel, Jim Heim, Dwight Marquardt, Jim “Nates” Marx and Jerry Thompson.

Interment will be in the Calvary Cemetery in Spooner.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the St. Francis de Sales School.

Online condolences may be left at dahlfh.com.

Dahl Funeral Home, Spooner, was entrusted with arrangements.

Youth participate in Communion The youth of Lakeview United Methodist Church, Hertel, participated in Communion with Pastor Jack Starr administering and their Sunday school teacher, Noelle Knoop, assisting.

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SPOONER — All grandparents-raising-grandchildren families are invited to a special event on Monday, May 13, 4:30 p.m. The National Park Service is sponsoring a mucking event at the CTH K landing of the Namekagon River.

Mucking is taking little hand nets and looking for live creatures in the water. You will need to wear boots and bring an extra set of warm, dry clothes, just in case.

An adult must accompany each child.

This is a free event. Preregistration is required by calling 715-635-4669. Gas cards will be awarded to grandfamilies that preregister. — from Lakeland Family Resource Center

Prairie Fling Festival this weekend SARONA — Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona, will celebrate spring, community and nature on Saturday, May 11. From 10 a.m.-4 p.m., guests will enjoy a variety of activities.

Park in the field across the road, then pick whether to arrive at the festivities via a walk through the prairie, a horse-drawn wagon ride or by tractor ride. Once at the festival, participants will enjoy an assortment of foods from tomato soup and grilled cheese sandwiches to brats and maple syrup sundaes. Check out the artists booths, whose merchandise range from framed photos to handmade jewelry.

Families will also get a chance to meet with many local organizations via the community groups and discover more about what the local community has to offer. Don’t miss out on live performances in the new amphitheater, acoustic performances on the prairie stage and roaming musicians who will make their way through the festival during the day. Musicians featured include Greg Herriges, the Porch Dogs, Maybe Mollies, Second Wind Band, Voyaguers and the Northwest Strings. For a schedule of performances, go to hunthill.org.

In addition to all of this, youth will enjoy creating their own tree cookie, yard games, a hay-bale fort, mini day camps on survival, frogs and insects; a farm animal petting area and much more. All participants should be sure to not miss out on the discounted caricatures, the free photo booth where you can get your picture taken with a Hunt Hill animal and discover the history and grounds of Hunt Hill with the donor herself, Frances Andrews, or a similar facsimile.

To learn more, call 715-635-6543; or email program@ hunthill.org or go online to hunthill.org. The event will happen rain or shine and indoor facilities are available. — from Hunt Hill

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Tuesday, May 14: Lemon rosemary pork, mashed potatoes, gravy, buttered spinach, bread, cherry cobbler.

Wednesday, May 15: Meatballs, gravy, mashed potatoes, carrots, bread, chocolate cake.

Thursday, May 16: Chicken potpie and vegetables, fruit, bread, blond brownie.

Friday, May 17: Scalloped potatoes with ham, peas with mushrooms, bread, fruit drinks.

Meal reservations must be made at least 24 hours in advance. Call 715-468-4750. Menu subject to change.

All meals served with coffee, milk and tea.

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Join with neighbors and friends for a delightful evening as we support the mission of the Shell Lake Arts Center!

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AREA CHURCHES Alliance

Episcopal

53 3rd St., Shell Lake 715-468-2734 Rev. John Sahlstrom, Rev. John Hendry Youth Director Ryan Hunziker, Sunday School 9 a.m.; Sunday Worship Service 10 a.m., Nursery Provided; Faith & Friends, K - 6th grades, Wednesdays 3:15 - 5 p.m.; Youth Group, 7th - 12th grades, Wednesdays 7 - 8:30 p.m.

Corner of Elm and Summit St., Spooner 715-635-8475 Holy Eucharist: Sunday at 10:30 a.m.

Lake Park Alliance

Baptist

Northwoods Baptist

W6268 Cranberry Dr., Shell Lake; 1 mile north of CTH B on U.S. 253 Pastor Adam Dunshee 715-468-2177 Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

Sunday service: 6 p.m.

Wednesday service: 7 p.m.

Spooner Baptist

W7135 Green Valley Rd. (Green Valley Rd. and Hwy. 63) Pastor Darrel Flaming 715-635-2277 spoonerbaptist.com Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

Sunday evening service 6 p.m.

Wed. evening service 6:30 p.m.

St. Alban’s

St. Joseph’s Catholic

100 N. Second St., Shell Lake Father Edwin Anderson Saturday Mass: 4:30 p.m.

Books and Coffee: Tues. 9 a.m.

St. Catherine’s Catholic

409 N. Summit St., Spooner Father Edwin Anderson 715-635-3105 Saturday Mass: 6 p.m.

Sunday Mass: 10 a.m.

Timberland Ringebu Free Lutheran

Shell Lake Full Gospel

20805 CTH H, Barronett 715-468-4403 Pastor Al Bedard Sunday School 8:30 a.m.

Family Worship 9:30 a.m.

Fellowship follows worship Holy Communion first Sunday of the month Midweek Studies Mondays 2 p.m.

293 S. Hwy. 63, Shell Lake Pastor Virgil Amundson 715-468-2895 Sunday School & Adult Education Classes: 9 a.m.

Celebration worship 9 & 10:30 a.m.; KFC (Kids For Christ) during Service; UTurn Student Ministries 6 p.m.; Tuesdays: Compassion Connection (Men only) 7 p.m.; Wednesdays: Compassion Connection (Women only) 7 p.m.; Thursdays: Compassion Connection (Coed meetings) 7 p.m.;

Trinity Lutheran

1790 Scribner St., Spooner Pastor Russ Leeper 715-635-3603 Sunday Worship: 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School: 9:15 a.m.

Lutheran

Methodist

Barronett Lutheran

United Methodist

776 Prospect Ave., Barronett Pastor Todd Ahneman 715-671-3197 (cell) Sunday Worship: 9 a.m.

The Spirit Connection Youth Group will meet the first Wednesday of the month at 6 p.m.

135 Reinhart Dr., Shell Lake, 715-468-2405 Pastor Gregory Harrell Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School during worship time; webcast livestream.com/ slumc

Sarona Methodist

(WELS) Hwy. 70 at Hwy. 53, Spooner Pastor Gene E. Jahnke 715-635-7672, Home: 715-354-7787 Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School and Bible class: 10:45 a.m.

Faith Lutheran

CTH D, Sarona Father Edwin Anderson 715-468-7850 Sunday Mass: 8:30 a.m.

803 Second St., Shell Lake 715-468-7718 shelllakesalem lutheran.org Worship 9 a.m.

Sunday School 10:15 a.m..

Full Gospel

Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church

Catholic

St. Francis de Sales

Salem Lutheran, ELCA

(Missouri Synod) South of Spooner off Hwy. 63 W7148 Luther Rd. Pastor Brent Berkesch 715-635-8167 Sunday Worship 8 and 10:30 a.m.; Sunday School 9:15 a.m.; Lutheran Hour on WJMC 96.1 FM Radio at 9 a.m. Sundays

Long Lake Lutheran Church

W3114 Church Rd., Sarona Pastor Mary Strom Worship Service & Sunday School 9 a.m.

Pastor Gregory Harrell Sunday Worship 9 a.m.

United Methodist

312 Elm St., Spooner 715-635-3227 Rev. Jack Starr Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m.

Lakeview United Methodist Williams Road, Hertel 715-635-3227 Rev. Jack Starr Sunday Worship: 9 a.m.

Wesleyan

Spooner Wesleyan

Hwy. 70 W, Spooner spoonerwesleyan.org Senior Pastor Ronald W. Gormong; Assistant Pastor Chopper Brown 715-635-2768 Sunday Worship 9 a.m.; Sunday School and ABFs: 10:30 a.m.; nursery provided; Celebrate Recovery, now every Monday at 6:30 p.m.

Team Kid, ages 4 yrs. - 6th grade, Wednesday 6:30 p.m.

Other

Cornerstone Christian

Pastor Tom Kelby 106 Balsam St., Spooner 715-635-9222 cornerstonechurch spooner.com Sunday Worship: 10 a.m.

Children’s Sunday School: 10:30 a.m.; Wed. Prayer: 6:30 p.m.

Youth Group Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

Team Kid, 4 yrs. - 6th grade, Wednesday 6:30 p.m.

Trego Community Church

Pastor John Iaffaldano W5635 Park St. Trego, WI 54888, 715-635-8402 Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. prayer meeting; 6:30-8 p.m. AWANA Sept. - April. Sunday School 9:15 a.m., all ages.

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Bishop Patrick F. Roper 715-719-0124 644 S. 6th Street, Barron 715-537-3679 Sunday: Sacrament 10 a.m., Sunday School/Primary 11:20 a.m., Priesthood/Relief Society 12:10 p.m.

Nazarene

Church of the Nazarene

Hwy. 253 S, Spooner Rev. David Frazer 715-635-3496 Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.; Wednesday adult, youth and children ministries: 6:30 p.m.

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Northwest Cleansweep to hold hazardous waste, electronics and medication collections The Northwest Cleansweep hazardous waste collection program, a Northwest Regional Planning Commission division that provides collection events to 10 counties in northwestern Wisconsin, will be accepting unwanted or unused medications, free, from household residents along with hazardous wastes and electronics (some for a fee) at all of its 10-county Saturday collection events this summer. Counties include Ashland, Bayfield, Burnett, Douglas, Price, Rusk, Sawyer, Taylor and Washburn. All medication collections will take place only at the Saturday Northwest Cleansweep hazardous waste collections in each county.

There are several important reasons to bring pharmaceuticals in to collection events. Up until now, most people have either thrown medications in the trash, flushed them down the toilet, or burned them with their trash in a burn barrel. Utilizing these options presents several environmental problems. Flushing of medications into the wastewater system means that ultimately these drugs will find their way into our lakes, rivers, streams and drinking water. Many medications, when introduced into our natural waters, can lead to reproductive and developmental problems in fish and other aquatic wildlife.

Studies have been done confirming these results. Burning medications is illegal according to state law, because of the chemical pollutants that can be emitted from burning. Trashing medications can also ultimately result in water contamination because the chemicals break down

when water (rain) percolates through the landfill layers. This liquid, called leachate, is typically pumped out of landfills at some point and treated at wastewater treatment plants. The chemicals often make it through these wastewater plants and then find their way back into our natural waters.

Besides the environmental effects of improper medication disposal, having these unused Jan Barton or expired medications at home can be a source of accidental ingestion, particularly for kids and pets, which are more susceptible to poisoning. If they are thrown in the trash, there is also the potential that persons may see discarded containers in your trash and use the medications for illegal purposes. If you can’t bring the medications in to the collection, the second best option would be to bring them to your County Sheriff Department, where drop boxes are located.

Household pharmaceuticals accepted at the collection events include prescription and over-the-counter medications such as pills, capsules, ointments, liquids, sprays, creams, inhalers, vials and drops. Please note that no radioactive or chemotherapy medications will be accepted.

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Also, we cannot accept sharps, syringes, IV bags or tubing. Please contact your health provider for disposal options for those materials. Please leave the medications in their original containers so that they can be identified.

If you have privacy concerns, simply blacken out your personal information on the container – please leave the drug name on the bottle so it can be properly inventoried. We don’t need your name or other personal information. Northwest Cleansweep invites you to check out your medicine cabinets and drawers and rid your home of old medications.

Area collections for 2013 will be on Wednesday, May 22, from 10 a.m.-noon, at the Grantsburg Fairgrounds, and 2:30 -4:30 p.m., at the Webster Fairgrounds, Saturday, June 1 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m., at the Minong Transfer Station, Saturday, Aug. 3, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in Siren at the county highway shop, Wednesday, Sept. 4, from 10 a.m.-noon, in Birchwood at the sewer plant located at 412 Edenharter Dr., and 3-5 p.m. in Spooner at the HHW storage site, located behind the Washburn County Fairgrounds and near the Washburn County Humane Society and food pantry. Please contact Jen Barton at 715-635 -2197, or jbarton@nwrpc.com for more information.

At the Saturday collection in Siren prescription medications, appliances and electronics will be collected along with hazardous wastes. TVs and computer monitors will have a charge of $20 for either one, regardless of the size. White goods, refrigerant appliances, and some other miscellaneous items will be at no charge.

At the Saturday collection in Minong, prescription medications will be accepted along with hazardous wastes, however we do ask that residents utilize the Spooner Recycling Site, located at 1400 S. River St., for TVs, appliances and electronics. There is a charge for TVs depending on size. Computer monitors, along with miscellaneous electronic equipment, are $5 to recycle.

Fluorescent bulbs will be collected at all events, charges vary from $.50-$2.50 depending on size and type. Oil filters are also taken at all events with a charge of $1 each regardless of size.

Businesses wishing to dispose of hazardous wastes will be charged and must preregister by contacting Jen. Farmers are also encouraged to dispose of hazardous wastes; their chemicals will be taken free of charge for the first 200 pounds they bring in. They will still be charged for other items such as bulbs, oil filters, etc. Please contact Jen Barton with questions on this program at 715635-2197, or jbarton@nwrpc.com. Complete schedule can be found at nwrpc.com.

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Sophia DelFiacco, not pictured, earned a first with her alto solo. — Photo by Larry Samson

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Barronett by Judy Pieper I’m afraid to mention anything about the weather. We must have broken all records for snow in May this past week. Duane thought we had about a foot. We heard that Rice Lake had 17 inches. The awning that Duane worked so hard to put up on Monday was completely collapsed from the weight of the snow and laying on the ground on Wednesday morning. Well, at least any of the snowbirds that have already come home to roost for the summer can appreciate our shovel season this year.

Pat Olson and I went to Mount Horeb on Sunday. We left at about 6 a.m. and got home about 9 p.m. When we left the snow was still at least 6 inches deep on the lawn, and when we got back the lawn was green. Absolutely unbelievable.

I wonder what the poor birds are thinking. On Tuesday the robins were in the lawn, happily picking up any worm who happened to stick its head up out of the water. The rest of the week they were sitting on the bird feeder, feathers all puffed out, daring any other bird to come near them. Reminded me of the “Poor Little Robin” song from the 1950s.

Pat said that she saw a whole flock of swans swimming in the lake across from the Hilltop. Are swans in this area a recent thing? I don’t ever remember seeing them here until about 10 years ago. And sandhill cranes, too. We saw one in a cornfield on the old detour on Sun-

Washburn County Court news Hana H. Anderson, Sarona, speeding, $175.30.

Douglas R. Audette, Brooklyn Center, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Brian S. Bartholomay, St. Paul, Minn., operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.00.

Max E. Bryan, Spooner, inattentive driving, $187.90.

Carlson Timber Products Inc., Sandstone, Minn., violation of frozen road weight limits, $1,430.90.

Anna R. Demers, Waukesha, speeding, $175.30.

Margie M. Denton, LaPointe, speeding, $175.30.

Ciara M. Estridge, Danbury, speeding, $200.50.

Eric A. Falstad, Shell Lake, speeding, $175.30.

Douglas E. Finch Sheehan, Hayward, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.00; speeding, $175.30.

Cameron R. Garven, Newtown, Pa., speeding, $200.50.

Garrett W. Garvin, Shell Lake, disorderly conduct or resisting or obstructing an officer, $263.50.

John D. Hertz, Eau Claire, speeding, $175.30.

Jason S. Holst, Rice Lake, speeding, $200.50.

Shawnte R. Houde, Carrollton, Ga., issue worthless check(s), $613.50, restitution; issue worthless check(s), $150.00, restitution; issue worthless check(s), $300.00, restitution.

Janet K. Hubbard, Hayward, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.00.

Heather L. Hudak, Ashland, speeding, $200.50.

Kathy A. Jack, Hayward, speeding, $175.30.

Lake Nebagamon Trucking Corp., Lake Nebagamon, violation of frozen road weight limits, $596.58.

Dixie S. Leatherman, Chetek, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.00.

Lonnie D. Mackyol, Danbury, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.00.

David B. Marker, Shell Lake, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.00.

Romello R. Masuca, Shell Lake, minor possesses or purchases tobacco, $162.70.

Thomas W. Mattson, Hayward, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.00.

Corey M. Moeller, Hayward, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Tyler C. Myers, Grantsburg, speeding, $175.30.

Allen E. Neibauer, Ashland, speeding, $200.50; seat belt violation, $10.00.

David E. Paulson, Birchwood, operating motor vehicle in such a manner as to leave road, $213.10.

Lisa M. Principe, Hayward, speeding, $175.30.

Nicole D. Richards, Shakopee, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Sara C. Richter, Glen Ellyn, Ill., operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.00.

Deborah A. Schiro, Hayward, speeding, $175.30.

Debra L. Schlaiss, Belvidere, Ill., speeding, $200.50.

Jeffrey A. Slinker, Spooner, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

James E. Snodgrass, Springbrook, speeding, $200.50.

Jon D. Songetay, Siren, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.00.

Breann K. Starken, Chippewa Falls, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.00.

Dennis C. Stiner, Stillwater, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Olivia D. Stumpf, Appleton, speeding, $200.50.

Melissa J. Sunderland, Spooner, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.00.

Florence J. Thayer, Hayward, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.00.

Daniel T. Trossen, Shell Lake, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Meghan E. Vondriska, Hudson, speeding, $200.50.

Keri L. Wagner, Spooner, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.00.

Robert J. White, Cameron, operating while suspended, $200.50.

Eliezer Cruz, Rice Lake, possession of synthetic cannabinoid, $299.00.

William J. Hynes, Hayward, possession of THC, $263.50, other sentence.

Cassandra L. Lemke, Trego, arson of building without owner’s consent, $3,211.68, probation, sent. withheld.

Nicholas S. Peterson, Springbrook, criminal trespass to dwelling, $243.00, probation, sent. withheld; criminal damage to property, $243.00, probation, sent. withheld; disorderly conduct, $243.00, probation, sent. withheld.

Richard A. Preisgen, Spooner, retail theft, $243.00, local jail, costs; theft, $243.00, local jail, costs.

Matthew L. Smith, Shell Lake, bail jumping, $112.00, state prison, extended supervision.

Joshua E. Wallace, Spooner, possession of methamphetamine, $1,380.50, probation, sent. withheld.

day morning. They are pretty spectacular, but I think they are a recent addition up here, too.

You probably heard on the radio that the Wiesner Chapel plant and bake sale had been postponed until the first Saturday in June. Would have been pretty hard to convince people to come out, wade through the snow and buy plants. I’m really glad it was postponed because I told Tonja that I would bring in some rhubarb plants, and there was no way I could dig them up. There will be a plant sale at the Cumberland ECU starting on May 20 and running through the 28th, and I certainly hope by that time we will be able to think a little more about getting started on our gardens.

Merl Overvig and Duane went to the Race 4 Susan fundraiser at Trinity Lutheran in Spooner on Sunday afternoon. Duane said that they thoroughly enjoyed themselves. Feasted on pancakes and visited with a lot of interesting people. Of course Pastor Jon, Alice and the rest of the family were there, and they (Duane and Merl) chatted with Pastor Jon for quite a while. Duane brought home some very delicious homemade candy. Just what we need around here.

Hunt Hill is sponsoring a Spring Fling Saturday, May 11, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Bring the family because there will be numerous activities for the kids including lawn games, a petting zoo and nature camp, just to mention a few. And, there will be plenty for us older types to see and do, too. There will be lots and lots of artists and craftspeople displaying and selling things. Hope you can

join us for a fun-filled day for everyone.

Tru Lehmann visits us on Wednesdays, and this past Wednesday Bella Neitzel came over to play with her for a while. Tru just turned 2 years old in January, and Bella is almost 4, and they played very nicely together. It was fun having two little ones in the house. I was expecting nice weather so they could play outside, but you know that didn’t happen. Tru will be here again this Wednesday. Maybe we’ll be able to kick a ball around the yard this time. Hopefully.

One of our outgoing Barronett couples (M and S) was at a fundraiser at the sports arena in Spooner for Hunt Hill a couple of Thursdays ago, and happened to spot the very elusive Barronett couple that shall remain unnamed.

Their initials, however, are K and V. You remember them, they’re the ones who traveled to one of the islands in the Caribbean a while ago. Anyway, “S” said that the food was wonderful, and that she was able to experience chocolate in a whole new way. They had chocolate beer.

She said it was delicious. Ugh! Chocolate and caramels, chocolate and pecans, chocolate and almost anything would be delicious. Chocolate and beer? Not so much.

Deepest sympathy goes out to the family of Debbie Sandstrom, who passed away this past week. She will be sadly missed by family and friends.

I guess that’s about all I know from Barronett this week. Hopefully we will be able to enjoy a week of springy weather. See you later.

Heart Lake news by Helen V. Pederson Monday brought us a beautiful morning. I don’t hardly dare to say spring is here as we could have a snowstorm like last week.

Last week Glenview took a group of tenants to Spooner for a dollar store tour. We went to both dollar stores. It was a good break for all of us.

Mavis and Roger Flach took in girls softball games last week. Monday they followed the team to St. Croix Falls to see the game they won. On Tuesday the team played Grantsburg, but lost. They went a long way in both directions.

Last Friday Roger Flach had his chemo treatment in Rice Lake. Monday he will be going to Eau Claire to see his oncologist. Good luck Roger!

Lillian Ullom had recuperated enough now to go home after spending a week with son Mark and Judy Ullom.

Last Friday, Peder Pederson and his friend, Kathy, enjoyed the ham dinner at the Pentecostal Church in Spooner. On Saturday, the men of the Pentecostal Church had a prayer breakfast at the Spooner Family Restaurant.

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Our sympathy to the family of Debbie Sandstrom of Barronett who died unexpectedly last Friday. Her funeral service is on Thursday, May 9, at 11 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church with visitation on Wednesday evening from 4 to 7 p.m., at Skinner Funeral Home in Shell Lake.

Arlys Santiago attended services at the Long Lake Lutheran Church in Sarona on Sunday where they had confirmation services. Logan Hile, son of Chuck and Heidi Hile, was one of the confirmed students and Gary and Lynn Berghuis were his sponsors. Connie Richter also attended. Blessings Logan.

Sue and Larry Winner of Duluth and Solon Springs stopped to see me on Sunday afternoon after spending the weekend in Rochester, Minn., for a Lions Convention.

Friday was the Duluth Lions pancake breakfast held at the DECC. They served all day. In the past they have had 7,000 plus attend. They went from no snow in Duluth to 15 inches in Rochester. What a rude awakening.

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Clam River Tuesday Club met Wednesday, May 1, at the home of Lida Nordquist. The next meeting will be Wednesday, June 5, at 12:30 p.m. at the home of Judy Leonard with Pam Bentz as hostess.

Sarah McCarty visited Lida Nordquist Thursday evening.

Nina and Lawrence Hines went to Eden Prairie, Minn., Friday and stayed with Nancy and Steve Hagen.

On Saturday, the Hagens hosted a brunch for family members to celebrate Mother’s Day. Later, Steve and Nancy and Lawrence and Nina all attended a masonry contractors dinner at Doubletree in St. Louis Park, Minn. Nina and Lawrence came home Sunday.

Kay Krentz and Dixie Andrea went with Lida Nordquist Saturday to Faith Lutheran Church in Spooner for a salad luncheon.

Hank and Karen Mangelsen went to Siren Saturday morning to watch granddaughter Mandy Close play volleyball in a seventh-grade tournament. In the afternoon, they went to Webster, where granddaughter Hannah Mangelsen played in a sixth-grade volleyball

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tournament. Then Hannah and Grace Mangelsen came to Grandpa and Grandma Mangelsen’s home for a while.

Barry and Josh Hines visited Donna and Gerry Hines Sunday afternoon.

Lida Nordquist went to Frederic Sunday for a birthday party for granddaughter Hannah Schott. She also attended Hannah’s dance recital.

Duane Otis visited Maynard and Ronda Mangelsen Sunday evening.

Births A girl, McKayla Lynn, was born April 16, 2013, at Lakeview Medical Center, Rice Lake, to Barb and Mikie Clark, Spooner. McKayla weighed 6 pounds 11.7 ounces and was 18-1/2 inches long. Grandparents are Deb and Charlie Allen, Spooner, Pat and Loretta Carlson, Springbrook, and Mike and April Clark, Kentucky.

••• A girl, Grace Violet, was born May 1, 2013, at Lakeview Medical Center, Rice Lake, to Rick and Jane Lauterbach, Spooner. Grace weighed 5 pounds, 5 ounces, and was 17 inches long. Grandparents are Jan Lauterbach, Spooner, and Warren and Helen Quam, Shell Lake.

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BELLA’S STILL MISSING!

Last seen going south on Little Long Lake Rd. headed south toward Heart Lake Rd. She was last seen Friday, April 26, about 5 p.m.

If you have seen her or have any info., call 715-520-1358.

She is a blond Yorkipoo.

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Dewey Country

Oh what beautiful sunshine and just a perfect day we had here in Dewey Country on Sunday. Yes, after having two snowfalls, Wednesday and Thursday, giving us about 6 inches of snow, it has melted and it is nice out. The snowstorm left 17 inches in Rice Lake and 151/2 inches in Owatonna, Minn. But it all melted into the ground now so it helps give a good tall drink of water to our drought-stricken ground, making the little seed planted with prayer from the farmer to grow, and onward to a bountiful harvest.

A very happy birthday to Mike Butenhoff on May 13.

Have a wonderful day Mike.

A very happy anniversary to Brian and Maureen Boyd on May 13 as they celebrate their anniversary with many more to come.

Happy birthday to Joe Swan and also to Chuck Andrea, both on May 14. Have a wonderful day both of you.

May 15, a very happy birthday to son Rich Lawrence and to Lenore Swan as they enjoy their special day with lots more to come.

Baby news. Congratulations to Bob and Cassie Scheu upon the arrival of a daughter, Sabra Olivia, who arrived Feb. 8, weighing 6 pounds 8 ounces. Very happy grandparents are Phil and Bonnie Scheu and great-grands are Tom and Janice Melton. May you enjoy that little precious gift.

More baby news. Congratulations to Jamie and Julie Scheu Borgerbink, who are the parents of a son, Jase Thomas. Jase weighed in at 8 pounds, 14 ounces, and was 21 inches long. Proud grandparents are Phil and Bonnie Scheu and greats are Tom and Janice Melton of Shell Lake. May you enjoy that precious bundle of joy.

Baby talk. Congratulations to Rick and Janie Lauterbach upon the arrival of a little girl, Grace Violet. Grace arrived May 1 at the Lakeview Medical Center in Rice Lake. She weighed 5 pounds, 5 ounces and was 17 inches long. Proud grandparents are Marie and Warren Quam and Jan Lauterbach. May you enjoy that little precious bundle of joy.

The Phil Scheus were out to see their little grandson in North Dakota and stayed a few days to get acquainted with Jase.

Phyllis Rath called this week reporting she had a very bad 2012-2013. She lost Fran, her daughter, Valerie, sonin-law Russ and Rosalie her sister. Yes, I’d say it was a very bad year. She tells us her granddaughter, Brie, will graduate May 18 with a registered nurse degree. Her brother, Eric, will graduate June 14 to be a drill sergeant in the Marines. Then the end of May there will be a family gathering to celebrate the life of Rosalie who was cremated in Texas. Daughter Vanessa and good friend, Pattie, and Eve Wall from Montana will be going to Phyllis’ home in Spooner. Phyllis’ daughter, Vicki, and her daughter, Jazmyn, will also be attending. Phyllis tells us she just finished the delicious fish Clint Stariha caught and cleaned for her. She said they were out of this world and she enjoyed pigging out.

Yah know my two pups, Rory and Rammy, are really spoiled. Yes, I mean spoiled! When I sit down to eat, they sit on the floor or in my lap beggin’ to have human food.

Of course, they get some, too. When I take them on a

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hike, that little Rammy begs to be picked up and carried.

Of course, how could I refuse him? In the house when I sit down in my recliner, who comes, but Rory and not long after comes Rammy. Of course, how could I refuse one and not the other? So I pick them both up. Those two pups race around my house, reminding me they’re only 3 and 8 months and I should be patient as this too will pass. I open the refrigerator and who do I see? Well it’s my two pups. And it goes on and on in my house. But I wouldn’t know what to do with my time if those two loving pups weren’t there. Oh yes, the two pups fight over who gets to sit by my side in the car. Well, I came up with a good idea with Rory beside me with Rammy on top.

Good news. Talking with Bernard Redding we find Dawn Kane brought her mother, Sandy, up to their home in Dewey Country, especially to see Bernard on Saturday. Bernard was so happy to see his wife. His daughter, Robyn, came to take her mom back to Amery. But what a wonderful surprise.

Sunday found Sonny Meister and his son, Kevin, at Betty and Carl Meister’s. Betty was having trouble keeping up with Kevin. Yah know Kevin is 9 and those wheels keep aspinning.

My granddaughter, Kenzie Cramer, went to the Eau Claire prom Saturday night with her date, Owen. She Tim and Carol Nickell, Barronett, and Dave and Areta Tofte, says it was lots of fun.

Mankato, Minn., announce the engagement of their children, RaTalking with Steve Knoop we find Steve and wife Jody chael Nickell to Cameron Tofte. were down in the Milwaukee area last weekend. Garrett Cameron works at Jones Metal and is a laser operator. Rachael and Ashley Knoop and daughter flew in from Arizona is a branch account executive at OneMain Financial. where they met Steve and Jody and Ashley’s folks. They The couple currently resides in Mankato, Minn. stayed with Ashley’s folks. Steve tells us two guys were A June wedding is planned. — Photo submitted busy seeding and one was planting corn and people were busy mowing their lawns. Steve has been very sick with pneumonia and wife Jody is sick with kidney stones. We hope you feel much better soon. Sunday, Austin and Kris day Tyler. were at the Knoop’s, and also Drew Knoop and friend Beth Crosby would like to remind people that get beKolton. Drew is working for the Hayward Police Dehind a tractor and big equipment on the road to please partment and works for the sheriff’s department. Cody have patience this spring. The road is for everyone and it is working for the forestry department in Alaska. Garrett would be appreciated. and Ashley Knoop and baby Carter flew out Monday Diane Hulleman spent Sunday through Friday with morning for Arizona where Garrett is employed. a close friend who worked at Lakeview Medical Center Last Tuesday night, Butch and Loretta Van Selus were with her. guests at Matt Stone’s. Reason? Well it was Jameson’s Talking with Lorraine Crosby we find her honey, Glen, birthday when he turned 10 years old. All enjoyed supa patient at Cumberland hospital. Glen fell and hurt his per there. Loretta says one day their steers got out and two gentlemen came along and helped get them in. Yes, ribs. Lorraine hopes he can come home this week. Please I can imagine that as son Richy’s Angus cows and calves keep Lorraine and Glen in your special thoughts and all got out one day in our yard and I was thinking, How prayers.

Robin Melton was home from the Twin Cities this am I going to get them in? But Richy came shortly with weekend.

Saturday found Cecil and Evelyn Melton, Vicki his four-wheeler and those bossies must have known Trott, Robin Melton and Allen Melton enjoying playing they were out as they politely went back in the pasture. cards at Cecil and Evelyn’s. Card playing is one of the Spring fever or is it green grass? best things a person can do with the weather we’ve had.

Jim Toll tells us their minister, the Rev. Harrell, of the Sunday, May 12, is Mother’s Day. Remember, Moms, Methodist church in Shell Lake, is leaving July 1 for a church in Chippewa Falls. Dave Toll and his friend, you are the heart of the home, finding everything your Tammy Moe, were up and put an electric fence up around honey and the kids need. What would we do without moms? the pasture. Going to give those animals a shock, Jim? Sing to the heavens and scatter sunshine for Mom’s News from the Crosby clan finds the Crosbys and Melissa’s side of her family at Shorty and Melissa’s helping Day. Have a great week!

Tyler Crosby celebrate his birthday. Have a wonderful

Nickell/Tofte

by Marian Furchtenicht

Folks got all excited that spring had finally gotten here and the snow was all gone last Monday when I wrote my column.

But then Thursday morning, May 2, woke up to around 15 inches of heavy, wet snow that caused many cancellations, more shoveling and plowing. One had to admit it was kind of beautiful, like frosting on a cake.

After a great weekend, Monday was beautiful and sunny and the snow is all gone once again. Birds are happy, grosbeaks have been reported and hummers and orioles should be here soon, so get the feeders out and last night the peepers were singing up a storm.

Spring 2013 definitely will be one that will be remembered.

I am sad to say West Sarona lost another. Dick Gagner, 75, died Friday, May 3, at his home after a bout with cancer. His last outing was going to his son’s Backwoods Saloon when the Porch Dogs were there playing a couple of weeks ago. They took him down in the wheelchair and he got to see a lot of friends and listen to the music. They moved here in 1972 and farmed until two years ago. He loved to fish. My Johnnie and he would call each other to see where the fish were biting and did a lot of fishing together. He was a hunter, trapper, a good gardener and loved cards. His visitation was held at Skinner Funeral Home in Rice Lake Tuesday evening with the funeral there on Wednesday morning. Sympathy is extended.

Sarona folks also extend their sympathy to the family of Violet Richter, 81, of Rice Lake. Funeral was held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Rice Lake on Monday.

Well-known Fern Spafford, 91, Spooner, a dedicated English and social studies teacher for many years in Spooner, has left us and Mabel Andrea, 98, Pearl Andrea’s sister-in-law, passed away May 2. Sympathy is extended to those families.

Was so saddened to hear of Debbie Sandstrom’s sudden death. She was 56. She worked at the Bank of the West in Spooner, was so active at the Spooner Rodeo and fair. She will be dearly missed by so many.

Sunday evening the Frey family all got together at

Anton and Gloria’s to celebrate Alicia Miller’s birthday and Mother’s Day early. Grandpa Ken Harmon, Spooner, and Jacki and Seth Reynolds and son Jordon had joined them.

Elfreda West went along with daughter, Janet, to Eau Claire to visit Mike again on Sunday. Reports he’s not too good but improving. They also stopped by and visited at Janet’s son’s, Paul and Lacey Donetell, Altoona.

Greg and Sue Krantz and granddaughter Lainy Hutton went to Chippewa Falls on the weekend to move Matt and Christi to a new house.

I received a birthday card from Linda and Tom Tabor in Hillsdale. She wrote that their son, Brent, is opening his own plumbing shop in Rice Lake. He’s a plumber like his dad.

Got a card from some former Sarona folks, Connie and Glen Idland, Circle, Mont. Their son, Reese, graduates from high school this spring.

Virginia Stodola attended the funeral for a dear friend, Amelia Zaloudek, last Monday.

Jim and Donna Barry returned from their winter in Green Valley, Ariz., just in time to see only a spot of snow here and there. They timed it right.

Kathy and Viv Bergman went to a greenhouse on Sunday just to look at all their beautiful flowers. Didn’t buy any yet.

Remember the Prairie Fling Festival at Hunt Hill on Saturday, May 11, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.

The ice finally went out of Big Ripley on Sunday, May 5.

Jim and Nancy Swanson just returned from 12 days in Florida visiting their son, Jim, and other family and friends. Report they had a wonderful time visiting around Cape Coral, especially the Boco Grand Island where they saw dolphins. They picked a great time to be gone.

It was a great party at the Getaway on Saturday night.

Friends and neighbors gathered to watch the Kentucky Derby. There were prizes for the elaborate hats, great food, and mint juleps to sip on while watching the race.

Cindy Bauman was one of the winners for her hat, it had lots of flowers and a toy horse on top.

I had a super-great 81st birthday Friday with lots of calls, cards and email greetings. Son Russ made vegetable soup, wife Nancy got it started before she went to work. He had a get-together up at the barn in the meeting room with my boys, Russ, Rocky, Roger, grandsons Corey, Craig and Ryan and his wife, Jessie, and their son, Jaxson for the soup, special cake, bars and gifts and the boys sang “Happy Birthday.” Elaine Ryan came down after work, giving me a choice of doilies she crocheted.

Son Roger brought his grand twins, Autumn and Alexis, with wishes. Son-in-law John Marschall came, Mary was at work. We met Sara and Kyle Mathison, Brady Marschall and Ashley Anderson and Brian at the Getaway where Kyle and Sara treated us to the Friday night fish fry. Grandson Brian made a real neat oriole feeder for me. It holds a jelly cup and two orange halves, so they can eat from both sides. So I must get out if they show up being there are no blossoms yet.

Casey Furchtenicht went with the band and choir to state competition in Eau Claire all day Saturday. Reports Shell Lake did well. I talked to Molly and Hannah Delzer in church Sunday. They had gone with the Cumberland school band. Reports it was a long day with so many students there and came home really tired.

Birthday wishes to Jon Lechnir and Jenny Kunselman, May 9; Kathy Johnson, Chelsie Dennies and Kristi Welter, May 11; Bob Single, Scott Butterfield, Kenny Smith, Cara West Whitney, Ken Ziemer and Kami Rae Bartingale, May 12; Pete Frey, Ferne Shoquist, Fred Giesdorf, Steve Johnson and Ben Juza, May 13; Dorothy Esser, Joey Swan, Becky Robertson and Jed Johnz, May 14; Lenore Swan, Bev Strand, Teri Mancl and Dale Marker, May 15.

Anniversary wishes to these couples: Willie and Vicki Lombard, May 10; Steve and Sue VanMeter, Pete and Betty Hubin and Jim and Pat Hubin, May 11; Levi and Ashley Johnson, May 14; and Gary and Suzie Johnson, May 15.

Happy Mother’s Day on Sunday.

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Notices

Shell Lake Community Ed classes set SHELL LAKE — Shell Lake Community Ed will offer the following classes.

Tai chi: Thursdays, May 16-July 11, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Vitality Village, Shell Lake.

Tai chi is a Chinese form of meditative exercise appropriate for all ages and body types. Eight week session: No class July 4. Register for tai chi by calling 715468-7815, ext. 1337. Cost: $40. Please wear loose-fitting, comfortable clothing.

All are welcome. iPad Basics: Wednesday, May 15, 6-8 p.m., Shell Lake High School library.

A select amount of iPads are available for use upon request. Instructor: Sara Ducos. Register for iPad Basics by calling 715-4687815, ext. 1337. Cost: $15 Portable Media Screen: Wednesday, May 29, 6-8 p.m., Shell Lake High School library. Instructor: Sara Ducos. Register for Portable Media by calling 715-468-7815, ext. 1337.

Cost: $15. — from SLCE

NOTICE OF MEETING TOWN OF SARONA Notice Is Hereby Given That The Sarona Town Board Will Be Meeting On Mon., May 13, 2013, At 7 p.m. At The Sarona Town Hall The agenda shall be posted one day prior to meeting.

Victoria Lombard, Clerk 582883 38r

(May 8, 15, 22) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT WASHBURN COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ROGER V. DESROSIERS DOD: 10/14/2007 Order and Notice for Hearing on Petition for Final Judgment (Formal Administration) Case No. 10 PR 13 A petition for final judgment was filed.

THE COURT FINDS: The decedent, with date of birth May 28, 1944, and date of death October 14, 2007, was domiciled in Washburn County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of N11369 Bald Eagle Drive, Trego, WI 54888.

THE COURT ORDERS: 1. The petition will be heard at the Washburn County Courthouse, before The Hon. Eugene D. Harrington, Court Official, on May 24, 2013, at 11 a.m.

You do not need to appear unless you object. The petition may be granted if there is no objection.

2. Notice by publication is required. Publication of this notice is notice to any persons whose names or addresses are unknown. The names or addresses of the following interested persons (if any) are not known or reasonably ascertainable: Carl Desrosiers.

If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call 715468-4677 at least 10 working days prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provide transporation.

BY THE COURT: The Honorable Eugene D. Harrington Circuit Court Judge April 25, 2013 Roseanne Olsen, Personal Representative 125 Kusilek Street River Falls, WI 54022 715-821-6741 582888 WNAXLP

NOTICE OF MEETING - TOWN OF BARRONETT

Notice is hereby given the Barronett Town Board will hold its monthly Board meeting on Wednesday, May 15, 2013, at 7 p.m. at the Barronett Town Hall, located at N1608 South Heart Lake Rd., Shell Lake, WI. The agenda shall be posted at least one (1) day prior to meeting.

Patricia A. Parker, Town Clerk 582967 38r

Donations Accepted With All Proceeds To The American Cancer Society

Sarona Town Hall Thursday, May 16, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Friday, May 17, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturday, May 18, 9 a.m. to noon

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(May 1, 8, 15) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT WASHBURN COUNTY Bank of America, N.A., as successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. Plaintiff vs.

JASON ABROLAT, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 20 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on July 27, 2012, in the amount of $89,755.02, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: May 29, 2013, at 10:15 a.m.

TERMS: By bidding at the sheriff sale, prospective buyer is consenting to be bound by the following 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.) Plaintiff opens bidding on the property, either in person or via fax and as recited by the sheriff department in the event that no opening bid is offered, plaintiff retains the right to request the sale be declared as invalid as the sale is fatally defective.

PLACE: At the North entrance of Washburn County Courthouse located at 10 4th Avenue, Shell Lake, Wisconsin.

DESCRIPTION: A part of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter, Section 13, Township 37 North, Range 12 West, described as follows: Commencing at the South Quarter corner of said Section 13; thence along the South Section line South 89˚56’50” West 848.47 feet to an iron pipe on the East right of way of Highway “53” being the point of beginning; thence con tinuing along the South Section Line South 89˚55’50” West 457.69 feet to the West Eighth Line; thence along said Eighth Line North 2˚01’ West 1,308.75 feet to the South Eighth Line; thence along said Eighth Line North 89˚58’55” East 780.00 feet to an iron pipe; thence South 0˚01’05” East 450.00 feet to an iron pipe; thence South 89˚58’55” West 473.03 feet to an iron pipe on the East right of way of Highway “53”; thence along said right of way South 12˚55’ East 879.86 feet to the point of beginning; EXCEPTING THAT PORTION deeded to the State of Wisconsin Department of Transportation described in Volume 238 of Records, Page 776, as Document No. 190826.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: N1386 Hwy. 53, Sarona, WI 54870.

TAX KEY NO.: 65-032-2-3712-13-3-04-000-001010.

Dated this 4th day of April, 2013. /s/Sheriff Terry Dryden Washburn County Sheriff Alyssa A. Johnson Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1086085 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 2656814 582381 WNAXLP

(May 1, 8, 15) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT WASHBURN COUNTY Bank of America, N.A. Plaintiff vs.

DEWAYNE W. OLSON, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 109 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on October 19, 2012, in the amount of $191,111.12, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: May 29, 2013, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: By bidding at the sheriff sale, prospective buyer is consenting to be bound by the following 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.) Plaintiff opens bidding on the property, either in person or via fax and as recited by the sheriff department in the event that no opening bid is offered, plaintiff retains the right to request the sale be declared as invalid as the sale is fatally defective.

PLACE: At the North entrance of Washburn County Courthouse located at 10 4th Avenue, Shell Lake, Wisconsin.

DESCRIPTION: That part of the NE 1/4 of the NE 1/4 and that part of the SE 1/4 of the NE 1/4 of Section 30, Township 38 North, Range 11 West, in the Town of Madge, Washburn County, Wisconsin, bearing the following metes and bounds description: Commencing at the NE Corner of Section 30; thence South along the Section Line 80 Feet; thence West parallel with the North Line of Section 30, 383.51 Feet to the point of beginning of the parcel herein described; thence South parallel with the East Line of Section 30, 1,233 Feet to a point; thence N 23 Degrees 15” West, 710 Feet to the Northerly Line of County Highway “B”; thence Southeasterly along the North Line of County Highway “B”; 200 Feet to a point; thence North 20 Degrees E, 725 Feet to a point; thence North parallel with the East Line of Section 30, 1,341 Feet to a point; thence West parallel with the North Line of Section 30, 118 Feet to the point of beginning, Washburn County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: W4534 County Highway B, Sarona, WI 54870.

TAX KEY NO.: 65-028-2-38-1130-1 04-000-004000 & 65028-2-38-11-30-1 01-000004000.

Dated this 4th day of April, 2013. /s/Sheriff Terry Dryden Washburn County Sheriff Dustin A. McMahon Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1086857 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 2655432 582379 WNAXLP

NOTICE OF MEETING TO ADJOURN BOARD OF REVIEW TO LATER DATE TOWN OF SARONA - WASHBURN COUNTY

Board of Review will meet on the 13th day of May, 2013, at 7 p.m., at the Sarona Town Hall. For the purpose of calling the Board of Review into session during the 30-day period beginning on the 2nd Monday of May, pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes Sec. 70.41(1) as the assessment roll is not completed at this time.

Victoria Lombard, Clerk 582957 38r WNAXLP

(May 1, 8, 15) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT WASHBURN COUNTY Bank of America, N.A., as successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. Plaintiff vs.

GARY L. HANNA, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 15 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on October 23, 2012, in the amount of $268,048.39, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: May 29, 2013, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: By bidding at the sheriff sale, prospective buyer is consenting to be bound by the following 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.) Plaintiff opens bidding on the property, either in person or via fax and as recited by the sheriff department in the event that no opening bid is offered, plaintiff retains the right to request the sale be declared as invalid as the sale is fatally defective.

PLACE: At the North entrance of Washburn County Courthouse located at 10 4th Avenue, Shell Lake, Wisconsin.

DESCRIPTION: Lot 11, Wennerberg’s Shoreline Drive, in the City of Shell Lake, Washburn County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 324 Wennenberg Shore Drive, Shell Lake, WI 54871.

TAX KEY NO.: 65-282-2-37-1205-1-2-5050.

Dated this 4th day of April, 2013. /s/Sheriff Terry Dryden Washburn County Sheriff Russell J. Karnes Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1054982 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 2654922 582380 WNAXLP

(May 1, 8, 15) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT WASHBURN COUNTY WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., Plaintiff, vs.

DARYL HUGH ANDREWS, and JUDITH MARIE ANDREWS, et al Defendants.

CASE NO.: 12-CV-49 FORECLOSURE CASE CODE-30404 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE By virtue of a Judgment of Foreclosure made in the aboveentitled action on September 10, 2012, in the amount of $223,629.48, I will sell at public auction at the The North Entrance (a.k.a. North Steps) of the Washburn County Courthouse, 10 4th Avenue, Shell Lake, WI 54871, Town of Shell Lake, County of Washburn, State of Wisconsin, on May 22, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. all for the following-described mortgaged premises, to wit: Part of government Lots Two (2) and Three (3), Section One (1), Township Thirty-Seven (37) North, Range Twelve (12) West, Washburn County, Wisconsin, Described as Lot Three (3) on Volume Eight (8) of Certified Survey Maps, Page 185 as Survey Number 2024.

The above property is located at: N2411 County Highway P, Sarona, WI 54870-9410.

TAX KEY NO.: 65 032 2 37 12 01 5 05 002 008000.

TERMS OF SALE: Cash.

DOWN PAYMENT: 10% of amount bid by cash or cashier’s check due at time of sale. Balance of purchase price must be paid within ten (10) business days after confirmation of the sale.

This property is sold “as is” subject to all legal encumbrances and any outstanding and accruing real estate taxes, special assessments and penalties and interest, if any. Upon confirmation of the sale by the Court, purchaser will be required to pay all recording fee and, if desired, the cost of title evidence.

Dated this 1st day of May, 2013, at Shell Lake, Wisconsin. /s/Terry Dryden SHERIFF OF WASHBURN COUNTY, WI KOHNER, MANN & KAILAS, S.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 4650 N. Port Washington Road Milwaukee, WI 53212 PH: 414-962-5110 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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MEETING NOTICE TOWN OF BASHAW

Notice is hereby given that the Bashaw Town Board shall hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 14, 2013, at 7 p.m. at the Bashaw Town Hall. Agenda: Call meeting to order; minutes from April 16, 2013, town meeting; treasurer’s report; public input; permits/applications; truck/grader; set next meeting date; approve vouchers and adjourn meeting. A current agenda will also be posted at the following sites: Corner of Tozer Lake Road and Green Valley Road, corner of Sand Road and Sunset Road and N3410 Sawyer Creek Road, Shell Lake, WI 54871 (Town Hall) Lesa Dahlstorm, Clerk 582887 38r WNAXLP Town of Bashaw

ADMINISTRATIVE/ SECRETARIAL POSITION

Year-round position available at Anderson, Hager & Moe SC CPA’s Spooner office. Looking for person with good people skills, self motivated and detail orientated. Includes Saturday tax-season hours. Two-year degree required.

Please send resume with employment history and references to:

Kathy Johnson

P.O. Box 189 Spooner, WI 54801

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NOTICE OF SPRING CLEANUP DAY TOWN OF SARONA The Town of Sarona will hold a Spring Cleanup Day on Saturday, May 18, 2013, from 9 to 11 a.m., at the Sarona Town Hall. A total of two (2) appliances, four (4) tires, TVs and electronics and any other garbage will be accepted. Proof of residence is required, i.e., real estate holder or voting resident of the Town of Sarona. You will be responsible to unload all garbage.

582886 38-39r Victoria Lombard, Clerk NOTICE OF INTENT TO APPOINT WISCONSIN INDIANHEAD TECHNICAL COLLEGE (WITC) DISTRICT BOARD MEMBER Notice is hereby given that applications are being accepted for one (1) position on the Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College (WITC) District Board from individuals residing in Region 3 (Rusk, Sawyer and Washburn Counties) of the WITC District.

Appointments will be made for the following position in accordance with the Board Appointment Committee’s Plan of Representation, which specifies categories of membership as well as geographic areas of representation within the district. Board members are not paid, except for expenses incurred in the performance of their duties.

WITC District Board Member Open Position The following Board position will commence on or about July 10, 2013, upon certification by the Wisconsin Technical College System Board, with a 3-year term ending on June 30, 2016.

• Employer Member: Representing Region 3 - Rusk, Sawyer and Washburn Counties Board Member Category Definition Please refer to the following website address for additional information to help you determine if you qualify for the Board member position: www.witc.edu/board/appointments.

• An Employer Member is defined as someone who receives earnings as payment for personal services and who has the authority to exercise independent judgment in determining or effectively recommending any of the following actions for business employees: hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, recall, promote, discharge, assign, reward, discipline and adjust grievances. Note: Representatives of labor organizations (officers or agents) are considered employee members regardless of their responsibilities.

In the appointment process, equal consideration is given to the general population distribution within the WITC District, as well as to the distribution of women and minorities. Note: No two members of the WITC District Board may be officials of the same governmental unit, nor may any district board member be a member of the school board which employs the School District Administrator.

Notarized affidavit (application) forms must be received at the address below no later than 4 p.m., on Tuesday, May 21, 2013.

Applicants must attend the public hearing of the District Board Appointment Committee on Thursday, June 27, 2013, at 10 a.m., at one of the following three WITC locations (where IP video technology will be utilized) and provide at least two letters of recommendation supporting his/her candidacy to the WITC District Board before being interviewed at the scheduled public meeting.

No additional names will be accepted from the floor at the time of the Appointment Committee meeting.

1. WITC - Administrative Office, 505 Pine Ridge Drive, Shell Lake, WI 54871 2. WITC - Hayward Outreach Center, 15618 Windrose Lane, Suite 106, Hayward, WI 54843 3. WITC - Ladysmith Outreach Center, 1104 W. Lake Avenue, Suite 1, Ladysmith, WI 54848 Note: Board Appointment Committee members may attend at one of the above-mentioned locations or at a WITC-Ashland, WITC-New Richmond, WITC-Rice Lake or WITC-Superior campus location.

Notarized affidavits (applications) should be sent to: Mr. Daryl Standafer, Chairperson District Board Appointment Committee WITC - Administrative Office 505 Pine Ridge Drive Shell Lake, WI 54871 An affidavit (application) form and instructions may be obtained at the WITC web address above or by contacting: Ms. Kim Olson, Board Appointment Committee Liaison WITC - Administrative Office 505 Pine Ridge Drive Shell Lake, WI 54871 Telephone: (715) 468-2815, ext. 2279 email: kim.olson@witc.edu A second legal notice announcing the public hearing and committee meeting and all applicant names will be published in mid582884 38r WNAXLP June 2013.

Contractor hiring the following: Carpenters, Electricians, Painters, Concrete Labor, Steel Erectors, local/traveling Welders, Fitters, Millwrights. For Milwaukee: 262650-6610, Madison 608-221-9799, Fox Valley: 920-725-1386, Wausau: 715-845-8300. (CNOW)

HELP WANTED PROFESSIONAL

Service Technician position available at Heating and Air Conditioning Company located in Fond Du Lac County. At least 5 years prior experience. Good driving record and communication skills.

On call some nights and rotating MISCELLANEOUS weekends. Competitive wages and THIS SPOT FOR SALE! Place benefits, 45 year old company. Call a 25 word classified ad in 180 800-416-4282. (CNOW) newspapers in Wisconsin for $300. Call 800-227-7636 or this LAWN AND GARDEN newspaper. Www.cnaads.com POTTED TREES: 3.5’-4’ white (CNOW) spruce $22. Spruce and Pine $6 & up. Wholesale & retail. WI Rapids area 715-424-5008 (CNOW)

Shell Lake Arts Center Is Taking Applications For The Position Of

MEDIA TECHNICIAN

The goal of this position is to oversee and operate the documentation of all SLAC events. Each of these documentations are to be presented in a medium that would be easily accessible to the public, i.e. Facebook, our website, YouTube, etc. Job duties include video taping, photography, create slide shows and brochures, and upload to Facebook, YouTube, other online media.

Qualifications: Media experience is required. Must be positive, dependable, energetic and self-motivated. Must have a valid driver’s license.

Must be flexible and willing to work Sunday-Friday afternoons and evenings.

Position runs June 12 through August 10, 2013.

Please visit our website at www.shelllakeartscenter.org to view a complete job description or call 715-468-2414.

Qualified applicants must complete a job application and provide references by May 20, 2013.

This position pays $8 per hour and is 40 hours per week.

P.O. Box 315, 802 First Street Shell Lake, WI 54871 NOTICE OF THE BOARD OF REVIEW TOWN OF BEAVER BROOK

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***OPEN BOOK will be held on the 22nd day of May, 2013, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Beaver Brook Town Hall.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Board of Review for the Town of Beaver Brook of Washburn County shall hold its first meeting on the 22nd day of May, 2013, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Beaver Brook Town Hall.

Please be advised of the following requirements to appear before the Board of Review and procedural requirements if appearing before the Board: No person shall be allowed to appear before the Board of Review, to testify to the Board by telephone or to contest the amount of any assessment of real or personal property if the person has refused a reasonable written request by certified mail of the Assessor to view such property.

After the first meeting of the Board of Review and before the Board’s final adjournment, no person who is scheduled to appear before the Board of Review may contact, or provide infor mation to a member of the Board about the person’s objection except at a session of the Board.

No person may appear before the Board of Review, testify to the Board by telephone or contest the amount of the assessment unless, at least 48 hours before the first meeting of the Board or at least 48 hours before the objection is heard if the objection is allowed because the person has been granted a waiver of the 48-hour notice of an intent to file a written objection by appearing before the Board during the first two hours of the meeting and showing good cause for failure to meet the 48-hour notice requirement and files a written objection, that the person provides to the clerk of the Board of Review notice as to whether the person will ask for removal of any Board members and, if so, which member will be removed and the person’s reasonable estimate of the length of time that the hearing will take.

When appearing before the Board of Review, the person shall specify, in writing, the person’s estimate of the value of the land and of the improvements that are the subject of the person’s objection and specify the information that the person used to arrive at that estimate.

No person may appear before the Board of Review, testify to the Board or by telephone or object to a valuation if that valuation was made by the Assessor or the Objector using the income method of valuation unless the person supplies the Assessor all the information about income and expenses, as specified in the Assessor’s manual under Sec. 73.03 (2a) of Wis. Statutes, that the Assessor requests. The Town has an ordinance for the confidentiality of information about income and expenses that is provided to the Assessor under this paragraph which provides exceptions for persons using information in the discharge of duties imposed by law or the duties of their office or by order of a court. The information that is provided under this paragraph, unless a court determined that it is inaccurate, is not subject to the right of inspection and copying under Sec. 19.35 (1) of Wis. Statutes.

The Board shall hear upon oath, by telephone, all ill or disabled persons who present to the Board a letter from a physician, surgeon or osteopath that confirms their illness or disability. No other persons may testify by telephone.

Respectfully submitted, 582340 37-38r Nancy Erickson, Clerk Town of Beaver Brook WNAXLP

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BOARD OF REVIEW TOWN OF ROOSEVELT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Roosevelt Township Open Book will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2013, 8 - 10 a.m.; Board of Review, 10 a.m. - noon; at Timberland Lutheran Church, 20805 County Road H, Barronett.

ROAD VIEWING: Saturday, May 18, meet at Timberland Church at 7 a.m.

Patricia Hayden, Clerk 582341 37-38r WNAXLP

MEETING NOTICE - CITY OF SHELL LAKE

The Shell Lake City Council will hold their regular monthly meeting Monday, May 13, 2013, at 7 p.m., in the Council Chambers, City Hall.

AGENDA: Public Comment; Approval of Minutes; Reports from Appointed Officials; Reports from Committee Chairpersons; New Business: Recommendation to resurface city’s portion Old County B, Recommendation to change software provider for utility/refuse billing, Recommendation to contract with MSA for grant applications for 2013 projects, Class B beer/liquor license application The Deer Stand, LLC, dba Becky’s Food & Spirits, Consider request to reschedule June council meeting; Unfinished Business: Consider rezoning city-owned parcel, south of Shell Lake Marina, from Resource Conservation RC-1 to General Commercial C-1; Mayor’s Report; any other items that may be added to this agenda will be posted at City Hall.

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CLEANUP DAY NOTICE CITY OF SHELL LAKE Saturday, May 18, 2013 BIODEGRADABLE BAGS ONLY

Allied will haul rubbish free of charge for Shell Lake residential patrons with the following exceptions: Junk vehicles, appliances (white goods), tires, automotive batteries, liquid waste such as motor oil and chemicals, electronics such as televisions, computer components, VCRs, DVD players and cell phones.

Yard waste must be in biodegradable bags only. The bags must be clearly identified in some fashion as biodegradable. City crew members will not pick up bags left

by Allied Waste.

Brush must be in bundles not longer than four feet. All rubbish must be placed in your usual garbage pickup area by 7 a.m. For questions pertaining to the Cleanup Day, contact the City administrator’s office, phone 715-468-7679 or e-mail cityadmin@shelllake.org.

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ADVERTISING FOR BIDS WASHBURN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY CONSTRUCTION OF GARAGE The Washburn County Historical Society (WCHS) will receive sealed bids for the construction of a garage in the alley at 110 2nd Ave. in Shell Lake. Contract forms and plans and specifications may be obtained and signed for at the Washburn County Clerk’s office in Shell Lake.

The sealed bids must be clearly marked “Bennett Garage” and be submitted to the County Clerk’s Office by 4 p.m. Wednesday, May 15, 2013, or postmarked before Wednesday, May 15, 2013, and addressed to the WCHS, c/o County Clerk, Shell Lake, WI 54871.

Bids will be opened and read aloud at 3 p.m. Thursday, May 16, 2013, at the Hewitt Building in Shell Lake for furnishing all the material and labor, etc., necessary for the construction of a garage in the alley at 110 2nd Ave. in Shell Lake, according to the plans and specifications.

The Bidder awarded the contract shall file a Performance and Payment bond in the amount of the full contract at the time of the signing of the Contract.

The contact person for the WCHS is Rod Ripley at 715-520-0096.

The WCHS reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals and to waive any technicalities in the proposals or any part thereof deemed to be in the best interest of the WCHS as a nonprofit corpora582378 37-38r tion.

Published by the Authority of the WCHS, Rod Ripley, President

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Shell Lake students compete at state competition

EAU CLAIRE — Shell Lake music students competed at the state solo and ensemble competition in Eau Claire on Saturday, May 4.

Taking first place were Jessica Irvine, soprano solo; Katie Slater, alto solo; trumpet trio of Brett Holman, Natalie Smith and Casey Furchtenicht; Keagan Blazer, alto sax solo; trombone quartet of Isaac Cusick, Amy Bouchard, Seth Olson and Haleigh Rafalski; Andrew Dahlstrom, alto sax solo; Nick Muska, jazz strings improv solo; jazz band; Amy Bouchard, trombone solo; Seth Olson, piano solo; and Sage Alberts, Nick Muska, Bret Holman, Seth Quinton, Andrew Dahlstrom and Cassie Skindzelewski, jazz improvisation combo.

Receiving second-place ratings were vocal jazz choir of Amy Bouchard, Alecia Meister, Tracy McMullin, Jessica Irving, Tia Carlson, Katie Slater and Chrystal Dvorak; Lynsey Hagen, euphonium solo; clarinet choir of Ashley Lord, Kayla Blazer, Jill Butenhoff, Cassie Skindzelewski, Bryanna Davies, Staci Zemple, Jessica Irvine, Jesi Sando, Amber Anderson and Renee Mikula; saxophone choir of Seth Quinton,

Keagan Blazer, Lauren Osborn, Ashley Lawrence, Chrystal Dvorak, Katie Slater, Nick Muska and Andrew Dahlstrom; percussion ensemble of Sage Alberts, Tia Carlson, Sherri Clark, Andrew Dahlstrom, Nick Muska, Dakota Robinson, Brett Holman and Seth Quinton; Sabrina Skindzelewski, oboe solo; Andrew Dahlstrom, piano solo; Brett Holman, trumpet solo and Natalie Smith, trumpet solo.

Taking home a third-place finish was the clarinet trio of Jill Butenhoff and Kayla Blazer along with Jessica Irvine participated Kayla Blazer, Jill BuFreshman Keagan Blazer earned a first in the clarinet trio that earned a third at state. tenhoff and Jessica Ir- with her alto saxophone solo performance. vine. — from Shell Lake Andrew Dahlstrom Music Department listens to the judge’s comments after his piano solo performance for which he Tia Carlson plays earned a secondthe euphonium and place finish.

Seth Quinton the bells in the percussion ensemble. The other five members Photos by of the group are Larry Samson Brett Holman, Sheri Clark, Dakota Robinson, Nick Muska and Andrew Dahlstrom.

They earned a second at state.

April students of the month selected SHELL LAKE — The Shell Lake Students of the Month for April were recently named.

Cody Robinson, a senior, is the son of Pat and Krys Robinson. His favorite subjects are history, shop and science.

He assists the custodians at school. He enjoys mowing and shoveling for people and helping with small jobs that people don’t have time for. When asked what he thought about being chosen as student of the month, he replied, “It was shocking! I am happy and surprised.”

Bailee Hanson, seventh grade, is the daughter of Jeff and Richelle Hanson.

Her favorite subjects are language arts and social studies. She is involved in softball and volleyball. Her favorite hobby is softball. She said, “I’m thankful that my teachers chose me for this. I didn’t expect that they would choose me.” — from Shell Lake Schools

Natalie Smith, Brett Holman and Casey Furchtenicht placed first in the state solo and ensemble contest held Saturday, May 4, at UW-Eau Claire. Shell Lake collected 11 firsts, including a first in jazz band for the 12th straight year.

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April Students of the Month at Shell Lake Schools were (L to R): Bailee Hanson and Cody Robinson. — Photo submitted

School menus Breakfast served each day for K-12 students.

Breakfast Monday, May 13: Juice, cereal, toast.

Tuesday, May 14: Fruit, sausage patty, French toast.

Wednesday, May 15: Juice, cheese omelet, toast.

Thursday, May 16: Breakfast pizza, juice.

Friday, May 17: Fruit, yogurt or cereal, toast.

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Lunch Monday, May 13: Taco, refried beans, corn, fresh fruit.

Tuesday, May 14: Chili or hot dog, corn muffin, fresh veggies, fresh fruit.

Wednesday, May 15: Baked chicken, mashed potatoes, dinner roll, fresh fruit.

Thursday, May 16: BBQ pork or quesadilla, fresh veggies, fresh fruit.

Friday, May 17: Chicken Alfredo, broccoli, fresh fruit, bread stick.

t is hard to believe it is already May out. Glenview residents attended the and the 2012/2013 school year is fourth-grade Jump-A-Thon event, and coming to a close. As I reflect upon the money raised was used to purchase past school year, I am reminded how items that can improve the residents wonderful the students, staff and par- lives while at Glenview. This year the ents are in the Shell Lake School District. event raised $5,009.18.

I would like to touch on just a few of Fifth grade integrates reading minutes this year’s highlights. The kindergarten through a Reading Store where students class has been doing lots of writing. Stu- spend points earned by reading at home, dents celebrated National Peanut Butter good grades and miscellaneous good and Jelly Day by writing how to make deeds to buy school supplies, books, a sandwich and then actually making games, puzzles, etc. them. Kindergarten classes have also The annual K-12 media fair is currently published a class book called “When We being displayed in the 3-12 media center.

Grow Up.” This event encourages, recognizes and Third-grade students had an Idita- showcases kindergarten through 12thRead. During the Idita-Read, students grade students creativity in group and read as many minutes as there are miles individual media projects. in the Iditarod: a dogsled race that takes The elementary school students parplace in Alaska. The students needed to ticipate in a Junior Olympic Day during the last full week of school. Let’s read over 1,100 minutes in hope all of the snow is gone for three weeks’ time. There were this worthy event. many prize checkpoints embedded along the way. There These are just a few of the were 14 finishers this year, many exciting things taking with the top finishers in each place at Shell Lake Schools. class receiving an Iditarod TThanks for allowing us to be a shirt straight from Alaska. part of your child’s education.

The primary school and The staff and I take this job very fourth-grade class particiseriously! pated in a Jump-A-Thon. The students jumped their hearts Kimberly Osterhues

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New in town, Karen’s Ceramics offers affordable handmade gifts and more

by Danielle Moe Register staff writer SHELL LAKE — Having a hard time finding that perfect gift? Want to rekindle an old hobby or start a new one? All these possibilities and more are waiting for you in Shell Lake’s newly opened business, Karen’s Ceramics. Owned and operated by Kyra Barbee, the shop got its name from the business her mother used to run for 10 years near Minong when Barbee was young. Currently the shop, located in the Sawyer Creek and Company building on Main Street, has displays of photography, assorted handmade gifts, and a variety of finished and unfinished bisques.

Bisque starts out as liquid clay that is poured into molds and is taken out when fully dried. Called greenware, this is then brought to the shop to be cleaned, then fired in a kiln to produce bisque. “I have about a 1,000 molds and they range from 2 pounds to the heaviest one I weighed is 113 pounds,” said Barbee laughing.

Just because it’s not on the shelf doesn’t mean she doesn’t have it. “Ask about items I may not have ready in bisque, because I can only pour them so fast,” she explained. If you want something not on the shelf in bisque, “I can look at my list and say I have these kinds, and then you could preorder it.” If you like a specific piece on display, but not in those colors, she will take special orders “I can take, for instance that gnome, and paint it a hundred different ways, so that it looks

different a hundred different times,” she stated.

Group and individual classes will be available. “I will take you from start to finish, from base coating to adding colors with different techniques like dry brushing, antiquing and water coloring,” she explained.

For those that don’t want to buy the entire setup, you can use paints she will have on hand and you can work in the shop’s lower-level painting room. “People can just come in and paint here and use my supplies, and not do a class,” she related. “I am just trying to keep everything reasonable, because so many times when you get into pottery that is handmade the price gets so high only a certain amount of people can actually afford to get it.”

At Karen’s Ceramics your imagination and enthusiasm seem to be your only limit. “The best thing, I think, is you can come in and spend anywhere from $2.50 to $30, to have a lot of nights’ worth of painting,” she said sincerely.

Business hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday through Friday; and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on Saturday. Visit the website at karensceramics.weebly.com, and for up-todate information on different types of bisque and classes offered call 715-4161998 or contact Sawyer Creek & Co. at 715-731-0101.

LEFT: Kyra Barbee, of Karen’s Ceramics located on Shell Lake’s Main Street, shows a sample of items available. — Photo by Danielle Moe

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