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Wednesday, January 9, 2013 Vol. 124, No. 21 • Shell Lake, Wis.
Weekend watch
• Inside garage sale to support Haiti Medical Mission trip • Jack Frost Fest celebrated in Spooner. • Washburn County Food Distribution, Spooner Middle School Tech Ed Building. See Events page 8
Snowy duplicity
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A recital for young pianists See page 9
SPORTS
Area basketball and wrestling coverage See page 9, 10 & 11 Sisters, Juno and Snowfall, are two lead dogs on Alyssa King’s race team. They love running and work well together in spite of the fact that they are full sisters, or maybe that is why they work so well together. See more on page 2. – Photo by Larry Samson
Full Gospel’s “Burn” girls
Mr. Smith goes to Madison
New state representative follows in footsteps of his mother
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BREAKERS
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MADISON – State lawmakers were sworn in Monday, Jan. 7, for a new two-year session of the Wisconsin Legislature. For the second session in a row, Republicans will control all levels of state government, from the governor’s office to the Senate and Assembly. The question now is how they plan to use it. GOP leaders have sent mixed messages. Soon after the November election, Senate Republican Leader Scott Fitzgerald signaled a desire for things to get back to normal. “You know, I truly believe that there’s kind of a renewed effort to work across the aisle and get back to kind of a normal temperature when it comes to the legislature.” Incoming Republican Assembly Speaker Robin Vos has also stressed collegiality this session, but with a 60-seat majority he wants an aggressive agenda for Republicans. That includes an income tax cut in Wisconsin, and Vos has been fairly specific about which income levels should get it. “If you are between $20,000 and $200,000, it is a bad place to be a middle-income taxpayer.” Vos has also talked about reorganizing higher education in Wisconsin and rewriting the state’s voluminous administrative code. University of Wisconsin Milwaukee political scientist Mordecai Lee, a former Democratic lawmaker, predicts people will be amazed at how the next Republican budget will transform state government in a way that makes it more conservative. “In other words, they’re going to try to peel back I guess you might say 20 or 30 years of liberal and Democratic legislation that they weren’t able to pay attention to in that first budget, the one that came right after Act 10.” The details of those changes - if they happen - should become clear over the next several months. In the meantime, Republicans have said their first priority will be a rewrite of Wisconsin’s mining laws. - Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio
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Patricia Spafford Smith was born in Shell Lake on Aug. 17, 1925, and after graduating from Shell Lake High School in 1942, earned an accounting degree from the University of Minnesota in 1946. She married James Smith in 1950, and the couple purchased the school bus business in Rice Lake in 1957, although her by Dave Zeug husband passed away in 1969, leaving her a Special to the Register SHELL LAKE - Seventy-four years after the widow with six children. Pat was always a fierce advocate of the citi1939 movie "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington,” a political drama about one man's effort to zens of the 75th Assembly District. Another exchange the political landscape of the time, Shell ample of this was the badly needed issue of turning Hwy. 53, Lake's Stephen from Rice Lake to Smith will be Superior, from the going to Madison two-lane highway this week to be it had been into sworn in as the the four-lane high75th Assembly way enjoyed District's representoday. tative. And one Pat's son, thing is certain, Stephen, has plans Pat Smith, to follow in his Stephen's mother mother's footsteps and former 75th while representing Assembly District the people of the re p re s e n t a t i v e , 75th District. would be proud of Stephen also her son's accomearned an acplishment and counting degree, willingness to Stephen Smith of Shell Lake was sworn in as the new state rep- although his was serve the same constituents she resentative for the 75th Assembly District by Chief Justice of the from the UW-SuWisconsin State Supreme Court Shirley S. Abrahamson on Mon- perior in 1973. In did years ago. Pat Smith, a day, Jan. 7. Smith follows in the footsteps of his mother, Pat, a for- 1982, he and a cousin purchased longtime Shell mer state representative from the 75th District. – Special photo the school bus Lake resident who passed away 10 years ago this month, was business in Rice Lake, and he became sole elected to the Wisconsin Assembly in 1978 and owner in 1989 when he and his wife, Christine, bought out his cousin's share of the business. was re-elected twice, in 1980 and 1982. "Her most cherished legislative accomplish- In 2009, they purchased interest in Rainbow ments included marital property reform and Home Center of Rice Lake, although he's the Wisconsin Inheritance Tax exemption for "mostly retired" from that business venture direct spousal property transfers," said Stephen now to better dedicate his time to the people of Smith. "She was always a proud Shell Lake res- the 75th Assembly District. Like his mother, Stephen also has legislative ident who continued to serve the public as a goals. member of the Washburn County Board and also as mayor of Shell Lake." See Mr. Smith, page 4
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Call of the wild
Topaz snarls at Stone as they race up and down the trails. “She is a natural lead dog, but she has her moods as she is working to establish her order in the group,” Ruth King said of her young dog. Topaz is a team dog right now on the race team but King is working her around to see where she works best.
LEFT: Alyssa King holds the lead dogs as her mother, Ruth King, attaches the wheel dogs. The wheel dogs are the ones closest to the sled. Training and running the dogs is just a small part of ownership. The animals have to be cared for year-round. ABOVE LEFT: Alyssa King races her team down the hill in a workout for the Apostle Island Sled Dog Race on Feb. 1-3 near Bayfield. This will be the second year that the Spooner seventhgrader has competed. She likes dogsledding because it is a quiet sport with just her and the dogs. ABOVE: Many people complain about the cold and snow, but not Sarona dogsled racer Ruth King. She and her Siberian huskies live for winter, a time when they can run the trails on the wooded land she and her husband, Kevin, own east of Sarona. Photos by Larry Samson
Amarog, or Little Man, all black, is a registered Siberian husky. The breed has a wide variety of coloring and markings. He is bieye, meaning he has one light-blue eye and one amber eye. He is a team dog, located between the lead dogs and the wheel dogs.
April elections in all six Washburn districts
Spooner, Hayward, Rice Lake school board contests
by Gregg Westigard Register staff writer WASHBURN COUNTY – The filing period has now closed for the school board elections Tuesday, April 2. There will be contests for the Spooner, Hayward and Rice Lake boards, a minicontest in Shell Lake to see who gets a short term, and no contests for the Birchwood and Northwood boards. December was the filing period for candidates for each board, with Wednesday, Jan. 2, the last day to get on the ballot. In Spooner, both incumbents, Maureen Revak and Willie Kaufman Jr., are retiring after each served several terms. Four candidates have filed for the two open seats, Robert Hoellen, Kyle Pierce, Bob Otto and Cathy Maas. The Hayward district also has a retiring board member. Shirley Armstrong will not be seeking a third term. Incumbent Lynell Swenson will be seeking a second term. Derek Hand and Greg Neff are also on the ballot for the two open seats. Two longtime board members are also retiring from
the Rice Lake School Board. Audrey Kusilek has held the city seat for several terms, and Ray Van Gilder has represented the rural area for many years. One city seat is open, and Natalie Robarge is the only candidate for the Kusilek position. Two rural seats are open in 2013. Incumbent Miriam Vavra is on the ballot as are Dexter Covey and Bill Schmitzer. The Rice Lake board is divided into city and rural seats, but all voters in the district elect the members from each area. The Shell Lake board has three open seats and three candidates, but there is a catch. One of the open seats is for the one year remaining on the term of Wendy Muska who was elected in 2011 and resigned from the board. Steven Naglosky was appointed to the position but now must run for the spot. Also on the ballot are incumbents Stuart Olson and Mary Ann Swan, each completing three-year terms. The two candidates with the most votes April 2 will get three-year terms while the third-place candidate will serve for one year. Northwood also has a short-term seat on the ballot as well as three full-term positions, but only one candidate for each position. The Northwood board is divided into five slots, with a board seat for each of the four towns and the village in the district. The unopposed incumbents are Douglas Denninger for the Frog Creek seat, Darlene “Muggs” Denninger for the village of Minong
seat, and Craig Golembiewski for the two years remaining on the Gordon seat. Finally, the Birchwood School Board election is very simple. Two incumbents, Robert Langham and Robert Robotka, running unopposed for re-election.
Washburn County school board candidates Birchwood (two seats): Robert Langham (I) and Robert Robotka (I) Hayward (two seats): Lynell Swenson (I), Derek Hand and Greg Neff. (Shirley Armstrong retires). Rice Lake (one city seat/two rural seats): city – Natalie Robarge (Audrey Kusilek retires), rural – Miriam Vavra (I), Dexter Covey and Bill Schmitzer (Ray Van Gilder retires). Shell Lake (two full-term seats, 1 seat for one year): Stuart Olson (I), Mary Ann Swan (I) and Steven Naglosky (I). Spooner (two seats): Robert Hoellen, Kyle Pierce, Bob Otto and Cathy Maas. (Maureen Revak and Willie Kaufman, Jr. retire). Northwood (three seats): Frog Creek – Douglas Denninger (I), village of Minong – Darlene “Muggs” Denninger (I) and Gordon – Craig Golembiewski (I).
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Spooner Chamber to host frosty fun
JANUARY 9, 2013 - WASHBURN COUNTY REGISTER - PAGE 3
Jack Frost Fest is just around the corner
SPOONER - The 12th-annual Jack Frost Fest, presented by the Spooner Area Chamber of Commerce, will take place on Saturday, Jan. 12, in Spooner on the Yellow River Flowage near Tony’s Riverside located at 524 S. River St. Event planners are bringing back favorites including Jack’s Family Ice-Fishing Contest, Jack’s Pond Hockey Tournament, Jack’s Snowshoe Jaunt, antique snowmobile show, free movies, a bonfire with marshmallow roasting and more. New this year will be a Family Open Skating Party at Spooner Ice House located at 301 Walnut St., Spooner’s sports complex, from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. (no pucks or sticks, please). The fourth-annual Jack’s Snowshoe Jaunt will begin at 11 a.m. on Saturday morning with day-of registration at the starting point beginning at 10:30 a.m. This year, the event will not be timed and will be a 3K snowshoe family fun
run/walk around the Yellow River Flowage beginning near the main tent. Jack’s Pond Hockey Tournament will begin at 9 a.m. on the ice adjacent to Tony’s Riverside. Day-of registration starts at 8 a.m. or preregister by calling 715-635-2168. The tournament is open to adult men age 18 and older. The entry fee is $100 per team. Every player will receive a promotional gift package from Jack Frost Fest, and the championship game participants will receive Jack Frost Fest jerseys. The winners of the fifth-annual Jack Frost Fest Pond Hockey Tournament will have their names engraved on the Jack Frost Fest Pond Hockey Cup and will receive $100 in Spooner Chamber Dollars. Referees will be provided.
Inmate housing options considered
iPads for all county supervisors?
by Jessica Beecroft Register staff writer WASHBURN COUNTY – The Washburn County Executive Committee discussed inmate housing options at their regular monthly meeting Monday, Jan. 7. The county recently paid $10,000 for a survey to be done with other counties to find out what the options would be to have a joint dispatch location. Washburn County supervisors decided not to go ahead with the idea; however, the county still has data showing that the cost of housing an inmate is around $145 a day, versus $40 a day if the inmates were sent to other facilities. The rate of $145 includes the cost of running the jail, upkeep to the building and transportation
expenses. County finance director Mike Keefe explained that the savings they see listed would not really be all savings; the committee started thinking about whether it would be worth the trouble. According to Keefe the county would still have the building expenses, the staff salaries and the transportation expenses. Greg Krantz, first vice chair of the executive committee, questioned the idea of using the extra staff (created by having just a holding cell area, opposed to having an entire jail) to get more deputies freed up to patrol and help. The committee suggested that the county’s law enforcement committee put it on their agenda for further discussion. Lean government According to Kim “Cookie” FrankenSee Washburn County, page 4
April election quiet scene for Washburn municipal elections
Contest in Spooner, write-in in Shell Lake, no contest in Minong,
by Gregg Westigard Register staff writer
WASHBURN COUNTY – There are few municipal elections on the Washburn County scene this April. Shell Lake will probably have one candidate for each open spot, with on of the four running as a write-in. The city of Spooner has one contest and one seat with no candidate. And the village of Minong has four candidates for four positions. The three places use nominating papers in December to find out who will be on the ballot. The fourth municipality, the village of Birchwood, held it nominating caucus Tuesday, Jan. 8, and its candidates were not known at press time.
City of Shell Lake Each ward has two seats up in April and will have a candidate for each spot. In Ward 1, the north side of the lake, Don Bruce is running for another term. Jane Pederson recently resigned from the second seat. The city council may appoint Josh Buckridge to fill the seat until April, and Buckridge has also registered as a write-in candidate for the full term. In Ward 2, the west and south side of the lake, Terry Leckel is running for reelection. The other incumbent, Ken Schultz, is retiring, and Tara Burns has filed for the council position.
City of Spooner Incumbent Bob Otto is not running again in Ward 1 (he is running for the Spooner school board). Jocelyn Ford and Michelle Ortman are running for the open seat. In Ward 3, there is no candidate. Fred Schluter is retiring and no candidate filed for the position. At press time, no one had registered as a write-in candidate for the spot. Wards 2 and 4 have no contests, with incumbents James Dohm and Christopher Thompson unopposed for re-election.
Village of Minong A very simple story. Village President Lloyd Wallace and Trustees Linda Ellenberg, Carol Nelson and Randy Johnson are all running for re-election unopposed.
Washburn municipal candidates Shell Lake City Council (two seats each ward): Ward 1 – Don Bruce (I) and Josh Buckridge (write-in). Ward 2 – Terry Leckel (I) and Tara Burns (Ken Schultz retires). Spooner City Council (one seat each ward): Ward 1 – Jocelyn Ford and Michelle Ortman (Bob Otto retires). Ward 2 – James Dohm (I). Ward 3 – no candidate (Fred Schluter retires). Ward 4 – Christopher Thompson (I). Village of Minong (president and three trustees): president – Lloyd Wallace (I). Trustees – Linda Ellenberg (I), Carol Nelson (I) and Randy Johnson (I).
Jack’s Family Ice-Fishing Contest will pack the ice from 8 a.m. to noon with contestants searching for the longest northern and longest panfish. Registration will be held the day of the event beginning at 7:30 a.m. The entry fee is $5 per person. Winners will be announced in the event tent at 12:30 p.m. Prizes are as follows: Longest northern First place: $200 in Spooner Chamber Dollars, second place: $100 in Spooner Chamber Dollars and third place: $50 in Spooner Chamber Dollars. Longest panfish First place: $200 in Spooner Chamber Dollars, second place: $100 in Spooner Chamber Dollars and third place: $50 in Spooner Chamber Dollars. Jack’s Antique Snowmobile Show and Ride will be presented by Rolling Hills Snowmobile and ATV Club and sponsored by Wild River Sport & Marine. Registration begins at 10 a.m. on the day of the event, and the show will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. next to the event tent. The ride will be from 2 - 4 p.m. There is a $5 entry fee (includes all sleds entered), and the classes include original and restored in each class of pre-1969, 1970-1972, 1973-1975, 1976 and newer and racers, youth snowmobile and best of show. Winners will be announced in the event tent at 1:30 p.m. For more information contact Michelle at 715-5202370 or Diane at 715-466-2914. Jack Frost Fest Raffle is always a popular part of Jack Frost Fest. Winners will be drawn throughout the day in the event tent with the grand prizewinners being drawn at 3:30 p.m. Tickets can be prepurchased at the Spooner Area Chamber of Commerce office located at 122 N. River St. in Spooner and at the event tent during the festival.
The chili and ribs cookoff contests and world championship minnow races will take place at Big Dick’s Buckhorn located at 105 Walnut St. in Spooner. First-, second- and third-place prizes for the cookoff will be awarded in three categories: Best chili, best hot chili and best ribs. Visit spoonerchamber.org (events and festivals) to print off the entry form and contest rules. St. Francis de Sales seventh- and eighth-graders will serve hot drinks from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Other food options will be available in the main tent. A cash bar will be available at Tony’s Riverside. Also on the pond will be turkey bowling from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Other events include free movies at Palace Theatre including 10 a.m. Three Stooges (PG); 11:30 a.m. “Happy Feet 2” (PG); 1 p.m. “Brave” (PG); 2:30 p.m. “Puss in Boots” (PG). Please note: all show times except 10 a.m. are approximations. Also, please come down and support the Bosom Buddies for the Cure! They will be serving smoked turkey legs and fresh-cut french fries along with baked goods and Tshirts made especially for the cause by Anthony Walter Designs. The heated event tent will have food, prizes, raffle, music and official Jack Frost Fest merchandise for contestants and spectators to purchase. More information is available at spoonerchamber.org (events and festivals) Jack Frost Fest.
Jack Frost Fest includes a variety of familyoriented events, including snow bowling and ice hockey competition. - Photo submitted
Guilty of mail fraud
Eau Claire man convicted with help of local authorities
MADISON – John W. Vaudreuil, United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, announced this week that Bernard C. Seidling, 61, Eau Claire, was found guilty of 50 counts of mail fraud by Judge Barbara B. Crabb on Dec. 26, 2012. From 2003 through 2009, Seidling engaged in a fraud scheme in which he used the Wisconsin small claims court system to obtain small claims judgments against individuals and corporations based on false representations in lawsuits he filed. Crabb scheduled sentencing for March 21, 2013, at 1 p.m. Seidling faces a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison on each of the 50 charges. The defendant and the United States agreed that the criminal charges could be resolved without a jury trial. The parties stipulated to the facts and disputed only the law that applies to those facts. The defendant acknowledged that he deceived small claims courts, clerks of court and process servers, but he maintained he did not deceive the actual victims of his scheme to defraud, and therefore could not be found guilty. The court accepted the government’s arguments, and found Seidling guilty of all 50 fraud charges. In summary, Seidling filed suits in Wisconsin small claims courts against indi-
viduals and corporations in which he lied about their addresses and attempts to serve them. He submitted false documents to convince the small claims courts that he had process servers attempt to serve the defendants when, in fact, those attempts either had not been made, or, as Seidling knew, would be unsuccessful because he knew the defendants did not live at the addresses he had provided. In each of these lawsuits, Seidling usually claimed the maximum allowed of $5,000 (as of the time in the indictment). He hid filings of the lawsuits from the victims of his scheme (the defendants in the lawsuits), and then obtained default judgments. Once he obtained these fraudulent default judgments, he filed them in the county where the victims actually lived or owned property, and also used them to attempt to file wage garnishments against the victims and the victims property. Vaudreuil stated that this successful prosecution is the result of an investigation conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation; U.S. Postal Inspection Service; the sheriff’s departments of Ashland, Barron, Bayfield, Burnett, Chippewa, Dane, Douglas, Dunn, Eau Claire, Iron, Jackson, Pierce, Polk, Sawyer and Washburn counties; and Wisconsin Department of Justice, Division of Criminal Investigation. The prosecution of the case has been handled by Vaudreuil. – from office of U.S. Attorney Vaudreuil
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Law-abiding gun owners will save this county
You can always count on the Democratic Party to go after law-abiding citizens whenever tragedy occurs like the Newtown killings. Several Democratic lawmakers promise to introduce legislation, all aimed at law-abiding folks, especially the National Rifle Association. Democrats are so predictable; I wonder how Rep. Steve Smith will vote? My bet is “You vote the way Dane County/Madison wants” and we’ll see your dis-
trict gets a few crumbs. I maintain it will be law-abiding gun owners who will save this county when the showdown comes. My vote is NRA. Vern Redlich Shell Lake
April contests for public education head, two judicial seats
Primary election Feb. 19
by Gregg Westigard Register staff writer NORTHWEST WISCONSIN – There will be three statewide and areawide contests on the Tuesday, April 2, election ballot for voters in Burnett, Polk and Washburn counties. Two people are running for the top position in the state school system, one person is running for an open seat on the Court of Appeals, and three people have filed for a seat on the state Supreme Court. It is that contest that has made a February primary necessary. The filing period for all three contests closed Wednesday, Jan. 2. The Supreme Court candidates are Pat Roggensack, Vince Megna and Ed Fallone. Roggensack is completing her first 10-year term on the court. Megna is a trial attorney who has specialized in lemon law product cases. Fallone is a Marquette University law professor. The Tuesday, Feb. 19, primary will reduce the field to two candidates. This will be the only area primary contest except for an Amery School Board race. Tony Evers and Don Pridemore are running for Superintendant of Public Instruction, the head of the Wisconsin state school system. Evers is completing his first four-year term in the office. Pridemore is a Republican member of the state Assembly. The Department of Pub-
lic Instruction is involved in all aspects of our school system including teaching standards, financing and testing. The superintendent is the only state department head elected by the voters on a nonpartisan ballot. Lisa Stark is the only candidate for an open seat on the District 3 Court of Appeals. The position opened suddenly when Judge Gregory Peterson resigned effective Nov. 30, 2012. Stark told this paper that the Court of Appeals is an important but little-known court and is the “error correcting court.” The Leader and Register will follow the campaigns until April and will list any area appearances by the candidates. Information on the offices • dpi.wi.gov – The department Web site. • wicourts.gov – Information on the court system. Click on about the courts.
Candidate information Each candidate has a Web site which includes their campaign statements. • tonyevers.com • donpridemore.com • roggensackforjustice.com • vincemegna.com • falloneforjustice.com • judgelisastark.com
Washburn County/from page 3
berg, the county’s personnel director, the “lean government” idea has some staff “quite concerned.” The finance committee approved $5,000 as a seed fund to start a lean government committee. Executive committee members wanted to know what the benefits of starting another group, paying for more training and meetings, would be for the county. The lean government committee will start “peeling the layers back, analyzing, and sharing information with this process,” Cookie said. This is something that department heads were never held responsible for. The lean government group will look deeper into each department and analyze the department to find cost savings and more efficient practices for the department to use. “Anytime you try to initiate change, what authority do you have?” Krantz asked. The executive committee agreed to be the committee of jurisdiction for the lean government initiative, after learning that the lean government will come to the executive committee to see if they can make a policy to start the changes in departments that seem to look at change as a bad thing. The resolution to support lean government will go before the full county board at the meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 15.
Mr. Smith/from page 1
"I'd like to reform school funding in Wisconsin and be able to put more spendable cash into the pockets of Ma and Pa Wisconsin," he said. "Wisconsin families need more money that can go to purchase the extras, not the must haves of housing, utilities, gas in the tank and food on the table. Cash that will be spent on Main Street Wisconsin and Patricia Smith was a state reprehelp keep our villages sentative from Shell Lake, elected in and cities functioning." 1978, the first Democrat to hold that Stephen has worthy seat since 1934. - Special photo goals, but one thing is certain. When he's sworn in this week, his mother and mentor will be smiling down on him, pleased to see him representing the citizens of the 75th Assembly District, while walking in her footsteps in the state Capitol.
Minong Senior Center The Minong Senior Center has sent the county a letter of intent, noting they will be charging the county $1,000 a month to serve the meals for them at their location. The letter spoke about how the center was intended to stay in the control of the village of Minong, and how they did not want the county to take over the building. The $1,000 charge seemed a shock to the executive committee, since the county serves the Minong Senior Center meals and that is the only reason they use the kitchen space. However, Keefe explained that the county was previously paying all utilities for the building, and now Minong will be paying those bills, while charging the county for the use of the space. Keefe sounded convinced that it would about equal out.
iPads for supervisors? The idea of having iPads for each county board member was addressed with the county’s information technology director, Tom Miller. The idea is to purchase the iPads and let each county board member and a few department heads use them for a few months for a testing period. Halverson questioned the benefits of the iPads. Miller said it would save the county money with the savings in not using all the paper. Tom Ricci, board member, pointed out that the statistics listed on the savings were not true savings, but perhaps only that the workers would be doing something other than working on printing out the county board packets and shipping them. Internet access would be a problem with county board members that do not have wireless Internet in their homes. The county will be considering the option of paying for wireless Internet routers for each of the board members if they decide to go ahead with purchasing iPads for the full board.
Veterans invited to share
SPRINGBROOK — Do you need someone to talk to who will not judge you, because we have all been there? Need help with a veteran issue? Having trouble transitioning from the other world? Help is available. Come to the VFW Post 10568, in Springbrook, on Saturday, Jan. 19, from 10 a.m. to noon. The post is located by the tank at the intersection of Hwy. 63 and CTH M in the Town of Springbrook. Coffee and snacks available. As long as there is an interest, there will be a monthly meeting. This is not a VFW recruiting event. You do not have to be a member nor will you be asked to join. For more information, call 715-766-8219. — from WCVSO
Area news
TOWN OF CHETEK – Thursday, Dec. 20, at 5:20 a.m., the Barron County Sheriff’s Department received a call of a car versus horse crash on Hwy. D near 29th Street in the Town of Chetek. Dennis Wood, 22, Holcombe, was traveling east on CTH D when he struck three horses that were in the roadway. Wood was extricated from the vehicle and transferred to Luther Hospital in Eau Claire with severe injuries. One of the horses was deceased due to the impact, and the other two horses were put down by sheriff’s deputies due to their injuries. — from the Cumberland Advocate ••• HAWKINS – A 65-year-old Hawkins man is being held in the Rusk County Jail on $500,000 cash bail in connection with the death of his wife Sunday, Dec. 30, at their home. At about 5 p.m., a 911 call came in to the county dispatch center from a woman who said her husband had just shot her. When deputies arrived on the scene, they found Darlene Lazar, 65, dead of gunshot wounds. Her husband, Donald Lazar, was taken into custody at the home. Lazar was arrested in October for domestic abuse disorderly conduct. In that case, he allegedly got into a physical altercation with his wife. He also was charged eight years ago with domestic abuse battery and disorderly conduct, also involving his wife. Formal murder charges against him are expected to be filed. A preliminary autopsy report indicated Darlene Lazar had sustained two gunshot wounds. — from the Rice Lake Chronotype ••• CHETEK – The investigation into the discovery of a body found in a wooded area about two miles west of Chetek continues. A preliminary autopsy showed no trauma to the body of Laurie J. Lindig, 43. Barron County Sheriff Chris Fitzgerald said that the most likely cause of death was hypothermia. “We’re just trying to figure out why she was out on this road in the wooded area,” he said. Lindig was reported missing by her mother, Barbara, after she didn’t attend her family’s Christmas gathering in Danbury the afternoon of Christmas Eve. Barbara told a sheriff’s department dispatcher that she’d called Laurie’s boyfriend who said Laurie had gone out the night of Dec. 23 and never came home. On Christmas Day, a person brought a purse belonging to Lindig to the Chetek Police Department. Police went to the field where the purse was found and found Lindig’s body in a wooded area. — from the Rice Lake Chronotype ••• CAMERON – Cameron School District has purchased about 80 acres of farmland on the north side of the village as a site for a new elementary school. If a new school is built, it will replace the district’s 107-year-old elementary building. “The building is shot, and we continue to have rising enrollment in the district,” said district Administrator Randal Braun. “We’ve planned to schedule the elementary school for about the time we pay off the (Cameron) Middle School in 2017, but that timetable could be moved up.” — from the Barron News-Shield
Resolve 2B Ready in 2013
The best New Year’s resolution you can make
MADISON – What is your New Year’s resolution? Why not Resolve 2B Ready in 2013? It could help keep you and your family safe. “Roughly half of all Americans make New Year’s resolutions and commit to improving their lifestyles or reaching a long-term goal. This year, why not make a resolution that is easy to keep and can save lives and protect property,” said Tod Pritchard, Wisconsin’s Emergency Preparedness coordinator. Resolve 2B Ready is a nationwide effort designed to increase awareness as well as encourage individuals, families, businesses and communities to take simple steps to protect families, homes, businesses and communities from potential disasters. Get ready for emergencies by taking three important steps: 1. Get an emergency supply kit 2. Make an emergency plan 3. Be informed about the types of emergencies that can happen in Wisconsin and how to respond. The moment disaster strikes is the worst time to think about buying emergency supplies. Having food, water, medications, first-aid kits, flashlights, battery-powered radios and other items ready to go is essential. An emergency plan will help your family communicate during a crisis. Being informed about possible dangers near you could save your life. So don’t forget, always have your NOAA emergency weather radio turned on for immediate alerts to danger. Information about Wisconsin disasters, safety tips and checklists to help make your resolution happen are available at readywisconsin.wi.gov or co.washburn.wi.us/depart ments/emergency-management. You can also follow them on Facebook (facebook. com/readywisconsin) or Twitter (twitter.com/ready wisconsin) for great tips and real-time information on emergencies in Wisconsin. — from Washburn County Emergency Management
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Community Ed classes for January offered at Shell Lake
SHELL LAKE — Shell Lake Community Ed has released a list of classes to be held in January. Please register for all classes separately using the community education registration form at shelllake.k12.wi.us under the For Community tab on the right-hand-side bar. How to purchase/how to use a new camera: Wednesday, Jan. 16, 6-8 p.m. Are you still trying to figure out how to use your camera? Perhaps you’re considering the purchase of a new camera? Local photographer Larry Samson will be onhand to discuss a general overview of camera basics, both how to use and what to look for when buying. Class is free. Please e-mail or call to preregister: jesnenk@shelllake.k12.wi.us or 715-4687815, Ext. 1337. Held in the Shell Lake High School business lab. Photoshop users night: Open lab begins Wednesday, Jan. 23, 6-8 p.m. Gather your SD cards, grab your camera and join up with other like-minded photography gurus for a night of working together. Shell Lake Community Ed has the computer lab open for you to edit photos using Photoshop. Following an every-other-week schedule, the lab will be open and facilitated by Larry Samson, local photographer for the Washburn County Register newspaper. Please come with questions to be answered, insight to share and a plan to take care of some of your unfinished business. Open lab is no charge, however an e-mail or phone call for attendance is appreciated:
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Shell Lake Lions Calendar Winners
December 31 - $30 Mary/Kevin Casey, Apple Valley, Minn. January 1 - $500 Tammy Dahle, Rice Lake January 2 - $30 Vicki Sachariason, Shell Lake January 3 - $30 Hubert Smith, Shell Lake January 4 - $30 Janet Donatell, Shell Lake
Lois’ Country Cupboard Winners also announced on WJMC FM Radio
Temps & levels
Temperatures recorded at Spooner Ag Research Station 2011-2012 Dec. 29 Dec. 30 Dec. 31 Jan. 1 Jan. 2 Jan. 3 Jan. 4 Jan. 5 Jan. 6
2012-2013 Dec. 29 Dec. 30 Dec. 31 Jan. 1 Jan. 2 Jan. 3 Jan. 4 Jan. 5 Jan. 6
High 28 30 29 33 26 17 21 33 47
High 25 20 21 15 16 18 19 31 25
Low 12 17 23 26 13 -6 8 11 21
Low 7 2 1 -13 -13 12 8 3 3
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jensenk@shelllake.k12.wi.us. Held in the Shell Lake High School business lab. iPad adult ed classes now on Tuesday evenings: The following classes are designed to connect you to your iPad. The Apple iPad has a variety of applications and accessibility options — learn how to use them. Sign up for one session or pick and choose topics that will give you the boost you need to use your iPad the way you want to. A select amount of Apple iPads will be available for use during class upon request. Instructor is Sara Ducos. Classes will be held in Shell Lake High School business lab. • Jan. 15, e-books and e-readers: 6-8 p.m., $15, for iPad and other tablets. We finally have a better way to enjoy books. As an e-book reader, your iPad can give you access to novels and textbooks alike, storing hundreds inside and allowing you to purchase more through the device. The iBooks app allows you to both read and purchase new books. You can also download and add books from other sources. Instructor is Sara Ducos. Classes will be held in Shell Lake High School business lab. • Jan. 22, Music: 6-8 p.m., $15. Take this class to learn how to use the music app on your iPad. • Jan. 29, iTunes: 6-8 p.m., $15. Use the iTunes Store to add content to iPad. You can browse and purchase music, TV shows, audiobooks, and alert tones. You can also buy and rent movies, or download and play podcasts or iTunes U collections. You need an Apple ID in order to purchase content.— from SLCE
Berger is $2,500 Lions calendar winner Karen Berger, Shell Lake, was presented with a check for $2,500, by Shell Lake Lions member Bill Taubman. Berger was the grand prizewinner in the 2012 calendar project. The Shell Lake Lions Club gave out $13,470 in prizes for 2012. The money raised in the project calendar is used for community projects and other services that the club provides. — Photo by Larry Samson
TiTW receives grant
SHELL LAKE — Wisconsin Humanities Council has awarded Theatre in the Woods a minigrant of $925 to support a project titled “Antigone: Contemporary Relevance of an Ancient Story.” The play “Antigone,” written by Sophocles approximately 2,500 years ago, asks questions such as which is right: the law of the land or the traditional religious beliefs held by the individual? What action, at what cost should a person take when those values come in conflict? As an aid to audience members, directors Karen Kaufman and Carolyn Burnett, with Mary Hemshrot as outreach coordinator for the project, have planned a variety of events free and open to the public. Facilitated discussions to be held
Register Memories
1952 - 60 years ago
• Eugene Neuman left Shell Lake for St. Paul, Minn., where he would visit his brother, Leo, and family for a few days and from there he would return to his Army camp at Smokey Hill, Kan., for further training. • The first baby born in Washburn County at the Shell Lake Hospital for the new year was a son to Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Peterson, Spooner, on Jan. 7. • A Boy Scout Court of Honor was held at the Legion Dugout. Receiving Tenderfoot pins were Jay B. DesJardins, David Lukens and Arthur Smith. First Class Award went to Jim Crowell. Warren Anderson received the StarAward. Earning merit badges were Warren Anderson, Jim Crowell, Roger Hoar and Jack Kallenbach. • The café in the Hard building, which was under the management and operation of Mrs. Helen Johnson for the past year and known as Helen’s Café, was purchased by Harry and Eve Hard who would operate the business.
1962 - 50 years ago
• Mrs. Erling Rohde, Shell Lake, was the lucky winner of a set of World Book Encyclopedias on the daytime TV show “Say When.” Mrs. Rohde submitted a joke that was used on the program. Each day a set of encyclopedias were given away to the person who submitted the winning entry. • A baby girl born to Mr. and Mrs. Dale Lindeman, Barronett, was the first baby of 1963 in Washburn County. She was born at the Shell Lake Memorial Hospital at 12:54 a.m. on Jan. 1. John Beardsley and John Dahlstrom, representing the Shell Lake Chamber of Commerce, presented Mrs. Lindeman with gifts donated by Shell Lake businessmen. • Higher postal rates would be going into effect Jan. 7. First-class mail would be 5 cents per ounce, airmail letters would be 8 cents per ounce with a postcard being 4¢ each. • Jim Bitney returned to California after spending the holidays with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.W. Bitney.
1972 - 40 years ago
• R.A. Juza retired from the Shell Lake
in March, postplay discussions following each performance in April, discounted student ticket admission and an assortment of other ideas will comprise the WHC-funded events. The Theatre in the Woods production of the classic Greek tragedy will play on the Erika Quam stage Thursday-Saturday, April 4-6, and Friday-Sunday, April 12-14. For further information on the Antigone project watch this paper, visit titw.org or call Theatre in the Woods at 715-468-4387. TiTW is a nonprofit community theater organization, now in its 23rd year, located at the Erika Quam Memorial Theatre, 605 1st Street in Shell Lake. — from TiTW
Compiled by Suzanne Johnson
State Bank Board of Directors. • James Douglas Biffert, son of Mr. and Mrs. Johnathan Biffert, Spooner, was the New Year’s baby at Shell Lake Memorial Hospital. Mary Creech, president of the Shell Lake Chamber of Commerce, presented Mrs. Biffert with a check for $50 and a bouquet of red roses. • Robert Bontekoe, anesthetist at Shell Lake Memorial Hospital, received national recognition when he earned the highest possible score in the nation on an anesthesiology exam. Approximately 1,500 people wrote the exam. • At a dinner given by her parents, Rebecca Rounce, celebrated her first teenage birthday with members of the family.
1982 - 30 years ago
• Eric Giardina, first grade, and Tiffany Pockat, fifth grade, were named Shell Lake Elementary School’s Good Citizens. • Wayne Nelson would be installed as president of the Lake Point Aero Club at the annual Spouses Night at Tip Town Supper Club. Other officers were Lon Nelson, vice president; and Charles Lewis, secretary-treasurer. • Julie Hile and Laurie VanMeter, Shell Lake, and Scott Swanson, Sarona, were named to the dean’s list at UW-River Falls. • The Furchtenicht girls were leaving to go back to school after the holiday break, Dwana to Eau Claire, Yvonne to Stout at Menomonie and Linda to River Falls.
1992 - 20 years ago
• Jeremy Jay Waggoner, born Jan. 8, was the first baby of the new year at Shell Lake’s Indianhead Medical Center. Shell Lake Chamber of Commerce President Terry O’Brien presented Jeremy’s mother, Karen Marholz, with a bouquet of flowers and a $100 savings bond for him. In addition to his mother, Jeremy joined his father, Jimmy Waggoner, and brothers, Chris, 11 and Kenny 9. • Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Patricia A. Feeney, daughter of Warren and Helen Quam, Shell Lake, re-enlisted for six years and reported for duty with Commander, Oceanographic Systems Atlantic, Norfolk, Va. A 1984 graduate of
Shell Lake High School, she joined the Navy in October 1989. • Shell Lake Schools sponsored a logo contest for the Washburn County AODA Prevention Committee for students grades 1-12. Winners were selected in two categories, grades 1-5 and grades 6-12. The winners were Danielle Ryan, grade four, and Britt Pockat, grade 12. Pockat’s logo was selected to represent Shell Lake Schools in the Washburn County contest. • Gloria Christenson was the grand prizewinner of $2,500 from the Shell Lake Lions Club. Lion Don Bruce presented her with the check.
2003 - 10 years ago
• The old hardware store located between Poquette’s new and used furniture store and Jean’s Antiques was torn down. • Shell Lake downtown businesses getting face-lifts were Hearts of Gold, the Shell Lake Laundromat, the old Register/video store; and two other buildings belonging to Charles Lutz. • Repairs to the Shell Lake Municipal Airport lighting system were discussed at the city council meeting. The runway lights were not working. According to Jeff Parker, public works director, a short was somewhere in the system. To fix the problem, each light would have to be dug up and a transformer buried under each one would need to be tested until the fault was found. Unfortunately, the ground was frozen and using a jackhammer could cause damage to the transformers. No flights were allowed in or out of the airport. Both the windsock and the rotating beacon were turned off. According to Tom Betka, airport manager, after talking to local pilots, he felt they would not have a problem waiting until spring to have the repairs done. • Nomination papers for the April election of Shell Lake City Council were turned in by Clarice Schultz and incumbent Marvin Stanley for Ward 1. In Ward 2 incumbents Ken Schultz and Donna Barnes-Haesemeyer would be challenged by Jerome (Mitch) Fox and Sally Peterson.
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Winter break
Registration deadline for spring semester at UWBC nearing
RICE LAKE — Final registration for spring semester at the University of Wisconsin-Barron County will begin Friday, Jan. 18. During final registration, students pay tuition, receive parking permits, student IDs, class schedules and pick up textbooks. Final registration for continuing students is scheduled for Friday, Jan. 18, and Tuesday, Jan. 22. UWBC will be closed on Monday, Jan. 21, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Orientation and registration day MaKenna and Connor Vanderhoof were trying to pick out DVDs at the Shell Lake Public Library over Christmas break. As they could only check out five videos, she let her younger brother check out three, and she settled for two. — Photo by Larry Samson
Washburn County Area Humane Society
ADOPTABLE PETS OF THE WEEK My name is Huey, I’m just over 8, Many agree that an older pet’s great. Who wants a puppy that’s just gonna chew, All of the stuff that’s important to you. You know pups are naughty and listen, they don’t, Take them outside to go potty, they won’t. Then when you’re sleeping, it’s when they decide, There’s no better time, to go potty outside. Me, I will snuggle with you through the night, Ask me to go out, you won’t get a fight. There’s still lots of good years left in this ol’ boy, Lots of good times for us both to enjoy. Dogs for adoption: 1-year-old neutered black/ white American bulldog mix; 4-year-old male husky mix; 6-year-old spayed black Lab; 4-year-old spayed black Lab mix; 9-1/2-year-old neutered bichon mix; 1-year-old male hound/springer mix; 5-year-old neutered brindle boxer mix; 7-year-old spayed tan boxer and a 10-year-old spayed white terrier mix. Cats for adoption: 1-1/2-year-old male shorthair tiger; 1-year-old neutered orange shorthair tiger; two 4-month-old shorthair torties; 6-1/2-month-old female black/white shorthair; 1-year-old female Abyssinian mix; 2-year-old male orange/white longhair; 10-week-old tan/white female shorthair; 1-1/2year-old female black/white declawed shorthair; 10-month-old female orange/white medium/hair; 9-week-old male tan shorthair; 9-week-old shorthair tortie and a 6-month-old female white/black shorthair tabby.
Located at 1400 Cottonwood Ave. in Spooner (Behind the county fairgrounds)
715-635-4720 wcahs.com
SHELL LAKE FFA ICE-FISHING CONTEST
Sunday, January 20, 2013
Hourly Door Prizes • Concessions Available
Prizes For: BIGGEST Fish = $100 BIGGEST Northern = $40 • BIGGEST Bass = $25 BIGGEST Crappie = $25 Biggest Bluegill/Pumpkinseed/Sunfish = $25 BIGGEST Perch = $25 Time: Noon - 3:30 p.m. • Registration: 10:30 a.m.
Location: Bashaw Lake
Access: Public Landing On Bashaw Lake Road Cost: $8 • Community Welcome
Come And Enjoy Fishing, Food And Fun. Contest Sponsor Is: AAA Sports who is sponsoring the ice auger, ice shack and category prizes. Door Prize & Raffle Sponsors: AAA Sports, Dahlstroms Lakeside Market, Bear Paw, Wal-Mart, Strellrecht’s Tractor and Auto Repair, Becky’s, Ace Hardware, Shell Lake State Bank, Shell Lake Woodcrafters, Country Pride Co-op, Spooner Outlet, Subway, Wolverine Tire and Auto, Lamperts, Nielsen’s Construction, Shell Lake Marine, Kwik Trip and Spooner Laundry.
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Raffle with over a $500 value in prizes and gift certificates to local sports shops in the area, plus the TOP PRIZE is an ICE AUGER & ICE SHACK.
for new and transfer students will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 23. An additional final registration day for new and continuing students is also scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 24. Spring semester classes begin Friday, Jan. 25. For more information on placement testing, orientation, registration, fees, financial aid or course offerings contact the UWBC Office of Student Services at 715-2348024. — from UWBC
Farming for Profit Series to begin
SPOONER — To help beginner and experienced producers learn more about small-scale commercial vegetable production, UW-Extension will be hosting its third-annual Farming for Profit Series. The series is held on six consecutive Monday nights from 6:30-9 p.m., beginning Jan. 28 and ending March 4. This workshop is being offered at the Luck Village Hall, the Spooner Agricultural Research Station and at four other sites in Northwest Wisconsin. As the demand and interest in local foods continues to grow, so does the need for more local food production. This series will explore both the challenges and opportunities in developing a profitable fresh market vegetable operation. Session topics include: Jan. 28: Perspectives on Commercial Vegetable Production; Feb. 4: If You Grow It, Will They Buy It? Market Options; Feb. 11: Crop Production from Seed to Harvest; Feb. 18: Soil Management and Equipment Considerations; Feb. 25:
Integrated Pest Management: What’s Bugging You; March 4: Extending Your Season, from High Tunnels to Cold Storage. A summer vegetable field day will also be planned. This workshop series is for existing producers wanting to improve their operation and for beginning producers looking to build a successful business. It will be a combination of distance learning and live presentations. Instructors include UW-Extension vegetable specialists, county UW-Extension ag agents and experienced growers. Fees include handouts and other materials and one complimentary soil analysis. To register or get more information, please contact UW-Extension ag agents Kevin Schoessow or Otto Wiegand at the Spooner Station 715-635-3506, 800-528-1914, or Jennifer Blazek, 715485-8600. UW-Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including Title IX and ADA requirements. — from UW-Extension
Snowmobilers reminded to stay on trails, buy passes
Most trails on private lands; off-trail damage could close access
by Joanne M. Haas Bureau of Law Enforcement STATEWIDE – The state’s snowmobile safety administrator is reminding all snowmobilers to follow the orange-diamond trail markers to ensure the 25,000 miles of Wisconsin trails groomed by volunteers stay open. Conservation Warden Gary Eddy, who serves as the Department of Natural Resources ATV/snowmobile administrator, also is reminding out-of-state snowmobilers of the state requirement to purchase a nonresident trail pass before enjoying any of the state trails. Wisconsin has ideal snowmobiling conditions in the southern half, Eddy says, thanks to an early-winter storm that has brought many to the trails. “Not everyone is remembering trail etiquette and the fact these trails cross private lands thanks to agreements reached between the local snowmobile club and the landowner,” Eddy said, adding these agreements take hours of discussions. “Riding outside these trail markers is considered trespass and can damage property or crops. “Landowners observing damage to their property often ask that the trail be closed,” Eddy said, adding he has heard from some private landowners concerned with operators going off the marked routes. “When trails are closed in the middle of the season, club mem-
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bers scramble to reroute the trail, post new trail markers and brush out new trails – all during the dead of winter. “Snowmobilers who opt to disrespect the trails, volunteers and the landowner make all operators look bad,” Eddy said.
Nonresident trail passes required Another early season reminder is to out-of-state guests to purchase their trail passes before hitting any of the state’s trails. “You also may register your snowmobile in Wisconsin rather than purchasing a nonresident trail pass,” he said. To register your snowmobile online and to find a trail pass sales location near you visit the Wisconsin DNR Web site at: dnr.wi.gov and search keyword snowmobile. Out-of-state riders may also purchase passes over the phone by calling WDNR at 888-WDNRINFo, 888-9367463.
Births
Born at Indianhead Medical Center A girl, Havannah Josephine Gagner, was born Dec. 31, 2012, to Santana Estrada and Cody Gagner, Shell Lake.
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Knitters linked through Facebook for a cause
had never heard of the knitting store, Three Irish Girls, until one of my Facebook friends posted a message about how the owners of the business were touched by the elementary school tragedy in Newtown, Conn. The goal of Three Irish Girls is to reach out to the families of the Sandy Hook Elementary victims. Two plans were put into place: knit 26 blankets for the families and raise $10,000 to donate directly to charities that will help them. Asking for an 8-inch-by-8-inch square to be knit in a garter stitch with a washable wool or acrylic was requested of knitters wanting to help out. The goal was to reach 1,000 knitters through Facebook by the end of that day that would knit a square. A Facebook page called Knitters for Newtown showed the progress of funds raised along with questions and comments from knitters. I went to my stash of yarn and found a skein of Plymouth Yarn® Encore Tweed worsted weight in a shade of blue and began knitting
my square. I sent the completed square to a post office box in Duluth, Minn. When I purchased my yarn last fall at Northwind Book and Fiber in Spooner, I didn’t have a project in mind. I bought the yarn just because I liked the color. March 31 is the deadline to submit squares for the project to show families they are not forgotten. If more squares are received than needed for the 26 blankets, more blankets will be made. Additional memorial blankets will be given to the victims siblings and grandparents. I am anticipating that photos will be posted of some of the blankets upon completion. Everyone likes to feel useful and to help others. As most knitters will agree, just feeling the texture of a yarn when passing it over a pair of knitting needles and knowing you are creating something that is warm and colorful is very rewarding.
Beyond the office door • Suzanne Johnson
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January Law of the Month
Move Over Law: Drivers must provide a safety zone for stopped law enforcement and other emergency vehicles
SPOONER — Even when the wind is howling, the snow is blowing and the temperature is falling, law enforcement officers, tow truck operators and emergency responders are busy working day and night on the side of highways to rescue motorists and remove vehicles that have slid off icy roads or skidded into other vehicles. Although severe winter weather conditions test their resolve, the greatest danger these workers face is being hit by vehicles traveling at high speeds just a few feet away. To protect law enforcement officers, tow truck operators, emergency responders, road maintenance workers and others who work on the side of roadways, Wisconsin has a Move Over Law. This state law requires drivers to shift lanes if possible or slow down in order to create a safety zone for a law enforcement ve-
hicle, ambulance, fire truck, tow truck or highway maintenance vehicle that is stopped on the side of a road with its warning lights flashing. “To create a safety zone on interstate highways and other divided roads with multiple directional lanes, you must move over to vacate the lane closest to the law enforcement or other emergency vehicle if you can safely switch lanes,” says Wisconsin State Patrol Capt. Jeff Frenette of the Northwest Region. “If the road has a single directional lane or you can’t safely move over because of traffic, you must reduce your speed until safely past the vehicle.” Violating the Move Over Law can be expensive as well as dangerous. A citation costs $263.50 with three demerit points added to your license. “Law enforcement officers are well trained and equipped to protect themselves. But their only defense against being hit by a vehicle is in the hands of the driver. Failure of motorists to create a safety zone by moving over or slowing down is one of the major reasons that motor vehicle crashes kill more law enforcement officers on duty than any other cause. Tow truck operators, highway maintenance workers and emergency responders also are killed and injured when driv-
ers don’t move over or slow down,” says Frenette. “By obeying the Move Over Law, drivers can protect themselves, their passengers, our officers and others who work on highways from needless injuries and deaths.” — from WSP
Stone Lake’s Feed-AFamily a huge success
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t’s amazing what you can accomplish once you let go a little. Oftentimes we think we have to grab the bull by the horns and exhaust ourselves in trying to climb the ladder of success, but we forget the importance of being in the midst of life and learning from our experiences around us. I know some college students so incredibly obsessed with grades and GPA that if I ask them what they learned in a certain class one year ago they can’t even remember. They memorize only what they need to know for a test and out goes the information an hour after that material was placed on a sheet of paper and handed in to the professor for grading. Now as a senior, I am only four months away from graduation and I have no idea what I am doing after that tassel gets switched to the other side of the graduation cap. But that doesn’t mean I didn’t learn something along the way. If you ask me about my opinions on taking the traditional college route, even though I clearly followed that path, you may get a slightly cynical answer. I want to take all those know-it-all students that have been on the dean’s list for four years and eight semesters and take them out of the books and classrooms and throw them into an actual reallife, out of their comfort zone experience. Because what is the point of “learning” if you’re not even learning how to learn? Most of my learning experiences throughout my college career have not been in the classroom. They have been through the failures, through the bad grades and bad decisions, through the good internships and the bad internships, through the empty wallet and granola bars for breakfast, lunch and dinner kind of days. I learned I didn’t want to be a teacher through failure. I learned I would hate sitting behind a desk for the rest of my life through an out-of-classroom experience. I learned that I actually have to study and go to class and do the work through failure. But what I believe I have learned the most was to let go. There comes a point where you can only do so many job searches, so
many resume tweaks and so many cover letters when you realize that worrying about the road ahead doesn’t make it any better or worse. People need to learn to let go and let life do its thing for once. What will be, will be. This is my question for you: So what? It doesn’t matter what has happened to you, or how “bad” you think your life is, or if something didn’t go the way you planned. What does matter is how you handle it and how you let that part of your life go a little bit and truly learning from it only makes you better in the end. Recently the editor of the Spanish edition of the Miami Herald, Manny Garcia, came and spoke to a small select group of journalism students. He was approachable, we talked over soda and taco salad and sat in a circle and essentially talked about life. He told me something that changed the way I view employers completely. They probably could care less what classes you took in college, and maybe they look at your GPA, but what they want to know is who you are, what makes you tick, and how your real life experiences have shaped you into hopefully being a great fit for their company. So I tried it. I found a young company that looked really awesome to work for. I got creative with my cover letter and skipped all the boring, normal stuff people are supposed to say in a cover letter. I let them know who I was by telling them bits and pieces of my past life experiences and by putting myself out there. I sent it out and then didn’t think or worry about it – I just let it go and decided: Que sera sera. What will be, will be. Not even 12 hours later, I received an e-mail saying they want to interview me for the position. And let me remind you, I am not an overambitious person nor have I ever had straight A’s in my college career. But I have had experiences no one else has had, and I’ve tried new things, seen exotic places and fallen straight on my butt. Life is a never-ending classroom – so stop running through it, and take a walk for a while and learn something for once. Que sera sera.
Assorted chocolates • Abby Ingalls
To Place A Classified 715-468-2314
Due to the generosity of the community of Stone Lake, The Lakes Community Co-op and Marie’s Hideaway were able to provide 62 families with a box of food for several meals and also 75 fruit baskets to local senior citizens. Gratitude is extended to all that contributed financially, packed groceries and delivered to the area families. — Photo submitted
AODA minigrant applications available
SPOONER — Washburn County Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse minigrant applications are now available. Minigrants are awarded for a maximum of $1,000. Any group, organization or individual may apply. Previous grants were awarded for such items/events as antidrug educational materials, videos and alternative activities for youth and adults such as Safe Night and Family Festival, and professional training. All grants must contain the following: The program or event must have a clear AODA message. All participants must be alcohol and drug free during the program/event. All events must have adult supervision. In addition, the committee recommends coordination of speaker dates to reduce cost where applicable and to research the possibility of a joint application for a larger grant award and shared resources. Applications and grant guidelines are available at the Washburn County Health Department on 222 Oak St. in Spooner or on the Washburn County Web site at: co.washburn.wi.us/departments/health/index.htm. Completed applications must be returned to the Health Department by Friday, Feb. 22. Completed applications can be dropped off in person, faxed to 715635-4416 or e-mailed to dstumph@co.washburn.wi.us. The next meeting of the Washburn County AODA Committee will be at 5 p.m., on Wednesday, March 13, in the meeting room located at the Washburn County Highway Shop on CTH H in Spooner. Questions can be directed to Dianna Stumph at the Washburn County Health Department at 715-635-4400. — from WCHD
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Poems from way back when
by Mary B. Olsen When we start a new year I always like to begin with thoughts of poetry. I think of “Auld Lang Syne,” meaning, the good old times. Ring in the year with bells and poems. We have selective memories, of course, and remember the good times and think of the good old days as all good. They weren’t. Some of those days were bad. But we had poetry in our everyday lives, in those days. These days, it seems like very few people are interested in poetry. Gone is the time when we had daily newspapers that published inspirational and humorous poetry, the kind for the average person. Our big city papers are few and they ring with political opinions and bias interspersed with advertising. Certainly not cheerful poetry. There are indications of a kind of literary elite group who put out some poetry and it is raved about or criticized within the group. Ordinary people aren’t considered as an audience for our modern poetry. Remember “It Takes a Heap O’ Livin’” to make a house a home? That was actually the title of a book and a poem by Edgar A. Guest, one of the most-read newspaper poets. He was called “The People’s Poet.” Edgar Albert Guest was born in Birmingham, England, on Aug. 20, 1881. His parents immigrated to this country and lived in Detroit, Mich., where he grew up. He began working for the Free Press when he was a lit-
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tle boy, and had little public education. He soon advanced to reporter when he was high school age and covered the police and harbor beats. He began writing a weekly column he called “Blue Monday Chat,” and later a daily column he called “Breakfast Table Chat.” He wrote cheerful and humorous poems in with prose until he decided, in 1908, that he would write everything in meter and rhyme. He gained a nationwide readership, and his poems were read in over 300 papers from coast to coast. He and his brother, Harry, who was a typesetter, decided to print books. They cobbled together printing equipment and put out a little book named “Home Rhymes.” Later they put out “Just Glad Things” and other books that sold to a waiting readership. He began when Detroit was a small city that grew tremendously with the auto industry. It was an upbeat time and he chronicled that growth and the changes during those early years of the 20th century. His daily poems made him famous. Not of the elite brand of poet, he was never considered of any importance, except by millions of faithful readers. There were serious events and economic problems and people needed humor. He was in the newspaper business for six decades, and he wrote a poem every day for 30 years, never missing a poem and was never late to deliver it. Edgar Guest was on early radio shows, on TV, in Hollywood, and his poems were read and quoted everywhere. He
by Pauline Lawrence
It was yippee, yahoo Saturday night with the Packers winning! It was a really good game. Those Packers just trampled on those Vikings, didn’t they? Now the Packers go on to play Saturday. And I’m just a hopin’ they win! Those newspeople on TV certainly gave us a hard time when the Packers lost to the Vikings the week before. But those great Packers just slammed onto those Vikings on Saturday evening, Jan. 5. Yippee! Happy birthday to Hanna Brion as she celebrates her special birthday on Jan. 17 with many more to come. Happy birthday to Roger Lawrence as he enjoys his special day, Jan. 20, with lots more to come. A very happy birthday to Ellan Friendt and to Myrna Atkinson as they enjoy their special day Jan. 21. How did your New Year’s go? Did you go out to celebrate and get picked up for drinking too much? Or did you stay home like most of us did and watch the new year come in on TV? That’s the safest way. Gas prices are really down. See in Shell Lake the price was $3.12 for a gallon. In the Twin Cities it’s below $3 a gallon. Marie Lawrence tells us Dawn and Mike Ternberg were up for Christmas. Mike helped Bob get his shack on Bashaw Lake while I understand Dawn got in a little fishing. Did you know that in the U.S. every 14 seconds a person dies and every eight seconds a person is born? Interesting.
Diane Hulleman had the misfortune of falling on the ice. She said she was taking the garbage out and slipped. She’s still sore from it. Diane tells us she had 31 people over on Dec. 30 for supper. Colleen had a terrible cold and flu so her honey took her home and came back to Diane’s along with Izzy. This past week, Diane had Piper and her friend, Nancy, out to dinner and a great visit. Tammy Moe was out to Jim Toll’s on Saturday trying to catch the kittens that are wild. Said she has homes for each of them. Dave Toll was up for the weekend and did a bunch of brushing along Hwy. B. Jim tells us his wife, Marilyn, has had these injections and has to have a few more. Jim also tells us the fish are finally starting to bite on Little Pokegama Lake. Our deepest sympathy to the family of Rita Hillman, 67, who passed away recently. Her funeral will be Saturday, Jan. 19, at Salem Lutheran Church in Shell Lake. Visitation is from 10 a.m. to noon with the funeral following. Our prayers are with Tom and Janice Melton. Janice is going to Marshfield Clinic for further treatment. Friday evening, Ann Johnson and Karen Mangelsen were at Everett and Verna Lindstrom’s to help Verna celebrate her birthday. Betty Meister tells us they had Christmas a week early due to the other side of the family commitments. Coming were Mark and Beth Hansen, Ryan and Alyssa, Bev and Jarrett Cassellious and son Erik, Sonny and his son Kevin Meister, and Brian and Trudy Meister and their little son, Brayden. Don Grunnes has pneumonia. Please keep Don and Eleanor in your special thoughts and prayers. Claude McCarty isn’t feeling well at this time. He gets
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passed away in 1959. His readers enjoyed his funny, happy, upbeat poems in his column and in his books. People of all walks of life loved him. Give me the good old days of funny and uplifting poems to guide me. Maybe it’s the American education system, or changing values as a whole. People seem to sneer at poetry unless it’s by an established poet, of the free verse type, and full of stark images. To give you an idea of his poetry, here are excerpts from one of them: “Better than land or gold or trade Are a high ideal and a purpose true: Better than all of the wealth we’ve made Is the work for others we do. For Rome grew rich and she turned to song And danced to music and drank her wine ...
We must guard ourselves lest we follow Rome. We must leave our children the finer things. We must teach them love of the spot called home And the lasting joy that a purpose brings. For vain are our Flag and our battles won, And vain are our lands and our store of gold, If our children feel that life’s work is done. We must give them a high ideal to hold.” ~ Edgar A. Guest
everything going at Lakeview Methodist Church. Saturday, I went to meet my daughter and granddaughter, Penny and Rylee Ladd. We did some shopping, had dinner and went back to more shopping. Talk about bargains in those stores. Bernard Redding had another chemo treatment on Friday. Sandy tells us their son and wife, Jeff and Dee Redding, and son Spencer were up for the weekend putting a ceiling in the Redding’s porch. On Wednesday, my Sunshine will be gone two years and there’s not a second, a minute or an hour that I don’t think of him, with all the things we went through and all the fun we had. Karen Vanderhoof tells us her kids were all home a week before Christmas. Coming were Dave and Katie Kinde, Logan and Megan, Travis and Ashley Vanderhoof and children MaKenna and Connor, Trent Vanderhoof and his wife, and Addlyn, and Gavin and Kyle Vanderhoof and his fiancée. Kyle and his girlfriend, Jenna, have fixed up the old Knoop home and are now living in it. They plan to marry on Sept. 21. Jerry and Gretchen Best had Gail and Ben Kobernick and her brother, Mitch Strege, and her mom, Lillian Strege, over for dinner on New Year’s Day. They had a nice visit and Lillian stayed with the Bests for four days. Marv Knoop tells us he’s been down to Bashaw Lake a couple of times watching those fishermen drag in those wall hangers. Marie and Warren Quam spent a couple of days at their daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Tim Pederson’s, in Amherst. Sunday, Vicki Trott was over at her mom and dad’s, Evelyn and Cecil Melton’s, playing cards. Don doesn’t play cards Evelyn says. Saturday, Garry and Beth Crosby went to Rick and Susie Elronta’s for the Crosby reunion for Christmas. Talking with Karen Hotchkiss we find Karen going to Eau Claire where she will have back surgery. Gene and her granddaughter, Cass, will be going down to see her. At this time Karen doesn’t know how long she’ll be there so I have the hospital’s address but not the room number, which I’m sure they will have. It is Sacred Heart Hospital, 900 W. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire, WI 54701. Scatter sunshine! Have a great week!
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Rails win over Oredockers and Beavers
At 6’6” Ashland defender Thomas Whiting towers over 5’11” Cole Osterhues on this shot. LEFT: Spooner guard Drew Miller was stopped cold on his drive to the basket by Ashland defender Bryce Miller. – Photos by Larry Samson
It was a 2-point jump shot with no time left on the clock from Gavin Anderson that won the game, 40-38, for Spooner. The Rails led through most of the Thursday, Jan. 3, game that was decided at the last second. The Rails defeated Cumberland 43-32 in a conference game on Friday, Jan. 4.
Young pianists hold recital
Joshua Peterson is concentrating to get every note right and to give his best performance.
Justine Swanson has the drive and dedication to make a great musician someday.
LEFT: Spooner second-grader Andrew Gothblad concentrates as he plays the piano at a recital held Thursday, Dec. 20, at the Spooner Elementary School.
RIGHT: Aubrie Bell takes a bow after her performance, with the help of her piano teacher, Kim Simon. Photos by Larry Samson
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Lakers play doubleheader at Unity
by Larry Samson Register staff writer BALSAM LAKE - The Shell Lake girls and boys basketball teams traveled to Unity for a doubleheader on Friday, Jan. 4, to start out the second half of the basketball season. The girls came away with a 44-42 win over a strong and physical team. The boys were not as fortunate as they lost 44-21 in the nonconference game. In the girls game, Unity came out in the first period with an 11-4 lead. The second period was all Shell Lake after they broke the Unity press, scoring 17 points and holding Unity to six points. The team went into the locker room with a 21-17 lead. In the second half, Shell Lake led Unity by as much as four points but Unity would not give up and came back to within two points at the end of the game. Taylor Bauch had a great game for Shell Lake, her best for the year, as she led the team in points with 12. Shania Pokorny followed with 11. Kristen Kraetke returned to the game after spending most of the season out with an ankle injury. She is a strong outside shooter that will open up the Laker of-
Jen Connell with a shot under the basket. She had a good game inside against a strong Unity team. She had seven points for the game and put in a strong defensive effort.
fense. Shell Lake boys will host the Clayton Bears on Thursday, Jan. 10. Clayton is 4-0 in the Lakeland Central Conference and they are coming off a 61-34 win over Prairie Farm. They will host Solon Springs on Tuesday, Jan. 15. The girls will be hosting Clayton on Friday, Jan. 11, and they will be hosting Luck on Saturday, Jan. 12, with tip-off at 2:30 p.m. Clayton is 3-0 in the Lakeland Central Conference and are coming off a 52-21 win over Webster. The Lakers will be traveling to Clear Lake on Tuesday, Jan. 15, in a conference matchup.
After an ankle injury, Kristen Kraetke was back in the lineup, making a 3-pointer. In her first game in over a month she had six points.
Taylor Bauch with a block on defense. She had a great game on defense and on offense. She was the high scorer for Shell Lake with 12 points. Shell Lake defeated Unity 44-42 at Unity on Friday, Jan. 4. The win in the first game after the break put the girls at 5-3 overall. – Photos by Larry Samson
Adam Hungerbuhler goes up for a jump shot against Unity defender Brandon McKenzie.
LEFT: High-flying BJ Burton goes between two defenders as he drives the basket. Shell Lake lost, 44-21, to a very good team on Friday, Jan. 4, at Unity. The Eagles were one of the best defensive teams the Lakers have gone up against this year and they earned every point.
Jesse Sibert with a little hook shot from behind the basket. – Photos by Larry Samson
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Hopke and Griffith named Coach of the Year
Coach Jon Griffith, Spooner youth wrestling, is shown with his son, Tyler. Griffith is the 2012 recipient of the Developmental Coach of the Year, awarded by the Wisconsin Wrestling Coaches Association. Spooner head coach Andrew Melton said, “Jon has done a tremendous job for our youth and middle school wrestling teams over the past several years.” — Photos by Larry Samson
Shell Lake wrestling head coach Pete Hopke poses with his son, Dominic. Hopke is the 2012 recipient of the Developmental Coach of the Year, awarded by the Wisconsin Wrestling Coaches Association. Hopke stepped up to the head coach position this year replacing Jim Campbell who retired after coaching for 33 years.
Spooner wrestles in New Richmond tournament
NEW RICHMOND — On Saturday, Jan. 5, the Spooner Rails wrestling team traveled to New Richmond to wrestle in an eight-team tournament. “We knew going into the tournament that there would be some very good competition,” stated head coach Andrew Melton. “Some of the best wrestlers and teams from the Northern Badger were participating in this tournament.” At 106, Blake Larson wrestled very hard against some very good wrestlers. Larson went 2-3 on the day with a couple of pins. This earned him seventh place overall. At 113, Andy Mason wrestled injured throughout the day and gave it his best effort. He picked up one win with a pin in the fourth round before losing his last match by an injury default. Mason earned sixth place. At 120, Jadin Schwartz went 3-2 on the day, pinning his last opponent and earning fifth place. At 126, Dustin Metzig started out very strong, pinning his first two opponents. After that he was outmatched and lost his next three matches and earned fourth place overall. At 132, Brandon Jepson continues to wrestle against opponents that are older and stronger than him. He gives it his best, but usually is just outmatched. During his final match he finally wrestled another freshman and he was able to pick up a victory with a pin in the first period. Jepson went 1-4 and earned seventh place. At 138, Patrick Baker went 3-2 on the day and earned fifth place. At 145, Richard Lauterbach ran into some very good competition throughout the day and went 1-4 on the day. He placed sixth out of the eight wrestlers. Also wrestling at 145 was RJ Anderson. Anderson also went 1-4 and earned seventh place. At 152, Tim Meister wrestled well and won his first two matches. Unfortunately he lost his next three matches, earning fourth place. At 160, Evan Silvis won his first varsity match of the season and earned seventh place. “It’s always fun to watch when someone gets their first win. Great job Evan,” praised his coach. At 170, Austin Bones just got back after being out several weeks with an injury. “We were so excited to have him back in the lineup,” said Melton. In his first match back he dislocated his finger and was eliminated from the tournament. “The good news is that he is OK and will be back soon,” stated his coach. At 182, Lucas Hagberg dominated right away and pinned his first four opponents. Hagberg was looking extremely good and was ready to win a big tournament. In the finals he did not wrestle his best. He gave up a couple of points early in the match, which got him out of his game plan. Hagberg lost 9-4 and earned second place. At 195, Jared Quenette went 3-2 on the day with three pins. Quenette wrestled well and earned third place. At 220, Zach Shutt also won three matches, all with pins. He too earned third place. Brad Baker and Donavan Knutson wrestled in the 220-pound weight class. Baker lost his first three matches but came back,
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pinning his next two opponents and earning fifth place. Knutson won his last match of the day, earning seventh place. At 285, Blake Johnson won his first two matches before losing the next three matches. “Blake continues to learn and gain some very valuable mat time every week,” explained Melton. Johnson earned fourth place overall. At 138, Mitch Shellito wrestled four JV matches and won two of them. — from Spooner Athletic Department Team scores Clear Lake...................................................................231 New Richmond ..........................................................192 St. Croix Central.........................................................185 Barron.......................................................................134.5 Spooner ....................................................................132.5 Osceola .....................................................................131.5 Somerset......................................................................128 Unity...........................................................................97.5
Ski day held in Shell Lake
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High school boys basketball Thursday, Jan. 10: Vs. Clayton, 7:30 p.m.; JV 5:45 p.m. Tuesday, Jan.15: Vs. Solon Springs, 7:30 p.m.; JV 5:45 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 17: At Clear Lake, 7:30 p.m.; JV 5:45 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 22: At Northwood, DH, 7:30 p.m.; JV 5:45 p.m. Friday, Jan. 25: At Prairie Farm, DH, 7:30 p.m.; JV 5:45 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 31: Vs. Cameron, DH, 7:30 p.m.; JV 5:45 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 2: At Target Center vs. Grantsburg, 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 5: Vs. Turtle Lake, 7:30 p.m.; JV 5:45 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 7: At Siren, 7:30 p.m.; JV 5:45 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12: At Clayton, DH, 5:45 p.m.; JV 7:30 p.m. High school girls basketball Friday, Jan. 11: Vs. Clayton, 7:30 p.m.; JV 5:45 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 12: Vs. Luck, 2:30 p.m.; JV 1 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 15: At Clear Lake, 7:30 p.m.; JV 5:45 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 22: At Northwood, DH, 5:45 p.m.; JV, DH, 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 25: At Prairie Farm, DH, 5:45 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 31: Vs. Cameron, DH, 5:45 p.m.; JV 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 1: Vs. Turtle Lake, 7:30 p.m.; JV 5:45 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 5: At Grantsburg, 7:30 p.m.; JV 5:45 p.m. Friday, Feb. 8: Vs. Solon Springs, 7:30 p.m.; JV 5:45 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12: At Clayton, DH, 7:30 p.m.; JV, DH, 5:45 p.m. Friday, Feb. 15: Vs. Clear Lake, 7:30 p.m.; JV 5:45 p.m. Monday, Feb. 18: Vs. Spooner, 7:30 p.m.; JV 5:45 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 21: Vs. Winter, 7:30 p.m.; JV 5:45 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 26: Regional, 7 p.m. Friday, March 1: Regional 7 p.m. Saturday, March 2: Regional, 1 p.m. High school wrestling Saturday, Jan. 12: At Ladysmith, 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 17: Vs. Flambeau, 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 19: Shell Lake Tournament, 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 24: At Cornell/Gilman, 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 2: Conference at Cameron, 9 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 9: Regional at Shell Lake, 10 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12: Team sectionals, TBA, 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 16: Sectional at Independence, 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 21: Individual state at Madison, 6 p.m.
Youth wrestling program under way
TURTLE LAKE — With the youth program just starting up on Wednesday, Jan. 2, 10 wrestlers from the Shell Lake youth program competed in Turtle Lake on Saturday, Jan. 5. Despite the team’s size being 15 and Shell Lake only having 10 compete, the wrestlers still earned third place and brought home a team trophy. “Every wrestler earned a victory and wrestled very hard,” commented coach Byron Hopke. Also assisting with coaching duties this year are Kyle Balts and Pete Hopke. Three team members earned first place. They were Kale Hopke, Koy Hopke and Dominic Ricci. Taking second place were Kevin Retzlaff, Jameson Lucas, Tanner Smith and Taren Farley. With third-place finishes were Cade Hanson, Olivia Ricci and Briar Naglosky. The team will face wrestling competition again on Saturday, Jan. 12, in Grantsburg. Weigh-ins are from 7:30-9 a.m. Wrestling starts at 10 a.m. — from SLYW
Girls basketball fundraiser set
SHELL LAKE — Dinner at Lakeview, a Shell Lake girls basketball fundraiser, is set for Wednesday, Jan. 16, from 5-8 p.m., at the Lakeview Bar and Grill in downtown Shell Lake. Money raised will be donated to the Nelson family that lost their home to fire. — submitted
Support your hometown team! Breeana Monson, Shell Lake, was one of over 80 skiers who enjoyed the open ski day sponsored by Ski! Shell Lake at the Red Barn Ski Trails on Sunday, Jan. 6. There were 64 visitors who had never skied before that enjoyed free lessons and ski equipment. Skiers came from as far away as Chippewa Falls and New Richmond. Equipment is available for rent for the entire season from the local ski club. Please contact Dale at 715-468-7012 for more information. — Photo submitted
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by Diane Dryden Register staff writer SHELL LAKE - There are two young ladies living in Shell Lake, ladies who have a weekly budget and an apartment to keep clean and food to buy and cook and menus to write so they know what they need to buy. String cheese is one of the foods they consider a staple and there is always some in their fridge. For Brooke Harmon from Grantsburg, good Wisconsin cheese is a natural, but for Adriana Crabtree, her roommate who’s American but who’s lived her entire life in Piedras Negras, Mexico, not so much. These girls are part of the Full Gospel’s outreach called The Burn. Each year young adults, both men and women, are invited to be part of the program which runs between September and July and whose goal is to cram into 10 months everything these kids need to live a successful Christian life. Mornings are for classes, like ones on how to handle offenses and slights: pay back or forgive? They’ve also gone through the book “Seven Habits of Highly Effective People,” which urges proactivity, staying ahead of the curve; and also a class on connecting the Old and New Testaments and seeing their similarities. Harmon comes to the program after hearing about it at the church’s Easter passion play. “I’ve got three older stepsisters and three younger stepsisters and I grew up with problems of rejection.” It’s been a long road already for this energetic 20-year-old, but she says, “This program is just what I needed. It’s helping me with the forgiveness part of my life and I’m also learning so much, so much about the Bible and my daily life.” She’s even making plans for when July rolls around and the program’s over. “I would eventually like to become a counselor for teens with chemical dependency. I’ll be starting college in White Bear Lake next fall and then, hopefully, moving on for more education.”
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Thursday, Jan. 10 • 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., at the Spooner Health System, lower level classroom. More information, call 715-6375020. • Fibromyalgia/CFS/Chronic Pain Support Group, 1-3 p.m. at the Chetek Lutheran Church. Call 715-651-9011 or 715-237-2798. Friday, Jan. 11 & Saturday, Jan. 12 • Inside garage sale to support Haiti Medical Mission trip, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and 8 a.m.-noon Saturday, Uturn, next to Cenex, Hwy. 63 South, Shell Lake. Friday, Jan. 11 • GFWC Spooner Women’s Club will meet for 99thanniversary luncheon, noon, at Tracks. Speaker will be from Upward Bound. Info, contact Sharon at 715-6352741. Saturday, Jan. 12 • Jack Frost Fest celebrated in Spooner. • 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, 715468-4017, or 715-222-4410. Monday, Jan. 14 • Bridge at Friendship Commons Senior Center, 4th Avenue, Shell Lake, 1 p.m. No partner needed, all abilities welcome. Tuesday, Jan. 15 • Shell Lake/Spooner Masonic Lodge 221 meeting, 7 p.m., at the lodge. Wednesday, Jan. 16 • 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. • Shell Lake girls basketball fundraiser, Dinner at Lakeview, 5-8 p.m. Money will be donated to the Nelson family that lost their home to fire. Thursday, Jan. 17 • Shell Lake PTA meeting, 6:30 p.m., in the 3-12 school library. Baby-sitting available. Saturday, Jan. 19 • Prairie Fire Theatre, with Shell Lake students in grades 3-12, performance of “Cinderella,” 4 and 7 p.m., at the Shell Lake Arts Center.
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Sunday, Jan. 20 • Shell Lake FFA ice-fishing contest, noon to 3:30 p.m. Registration starting at 10:30 a.m. Bashaw Lake. Monday, Jan. 21 • 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. Thursday, Jan. 24 & Friday, Jan. 25 • American Red Cross Blood Drive, Thursday, noon to 6 p.m.; and Friday 9 a.m.-2 p.m., at United Methodist Church, 135 Reinhart Drive, Shell Lake. Thursday, Jan. 24 • First Year Parenting class, 5-8:30 p.m., Spooner Annex Building, UW-Extension conference room. Call Deb Meyer at 715-635-4444 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. Saturday, Jan. 26 • Free community breakfast, 7-10 a.m., First United Pentecostal Church, 337 Greenwood Ave., Spooner. All welcome. • Ice racing on Shell Lake. • Indianhead Writers meeting, 1 p.m., Northwind Book and Fiber, Spooner. Anyone interested in writing is welcome. Information, call Mary Olsen at 715-468-2604. Donations accepted. Monday, Jan. 28 • Bridge at Friendship Commons Senior Center, 4th Avenue, Shell Lake, 1 p.m. No partner needed, all abilities welcome. Wednesday, Jan. 30 • Free community supper, 4-6 p.m., St. Alban Episcopal Church, 220 Elm St., Spooner.
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Tuesday, Feb. 5 • Shell Lake/Spooner Masonic Lodge 221 meeting, 7 p.m. at the lodge. Wednesday, Feb. 6 • Unit on Aging, 1 p.m., Shell Lake Senior Center. • Free soup and sandwiches, Church of the Nazarene, Spooner, 5:30 p.m. Call 715-635-3496 to confirm. All welcome. Donations accepted. Thursday, Feb. 7 • Shell Lake Chamber of Commerce meeting, 4:30 p.m., Shell Lake City Hall meeting room. • Aphasia Group, 10-11:30 a.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, Spooner. Call 715-520-7999.
Harmon’s roommate, team is medically based and this Adriana Crabtree, was year there will be a Spooner denbrought up in Mexico, by tist, Dr. Carroll, and his wife her parents who are misgoing and the rest of the medical sionaries there. Her parteam will, once again, see paents are from Missouri and tients with various conditions. Louisiana and when they Dan Slater, the Full Gospel married they moved to Medical Team leader, and vetMexico where they raised eran of all eight medical trips, their two girls. Crabtree says he’s relieved that the people speaks Spanish like the naof Haiti are finally starting to tives and her goal is to also catch on. “When we first started become a missionary after going to Haiti, we found an isattending a four-year colland mentality, which means lege, majoring in Christian they lived only day-by-day. Brooke Harmon and Adriana Crabtree are this year’s Full Now we’re seeing improveliving/education and theology. In an era where Gospel’s “Burn” girls and they’re having a midwinter ments in so many areas of their garage sale Jan. 11 and 12. — Photo by Diane Dryden many kids can’t wait to get lives; now if only their governaway from their parents’ Christian professions, she ment would improve this country could flourish.” can’t wait to get into the same field. Because the Full The Burn girls took two weeks off for Christmas, Gospel Church supports her parents’ mission outreach Crabtree promising to bring back lots of authentic through Tree of Life Missions, Crabtree heard about the recipes from Mexico. Now they’re busy getting ready Burn program despite living 2,000 miles away. “I’m for the huge garage sale to be held at the Uturn buildonly in the program because God opened a lot of ing next to the church on Hwy. 63 south of Shell Lake. doors,” she says. “I can’t wait to see what God has for Tickets to Haiti are cheaper this year, only $980 each, my future.” and this sale will help defray some of their costs. Both of the girls will be going to Haiti in February So far there’s a three-wheel pedal bike for sale along along with the medical mission team, which has grown with two BBQ grills, a Fisher woodstove, exercise to 20 this year. Their native contact, Pastor Yves, has equipment, a dining room table with two leaves and all them going to Lozandier, which is pronounced Low- the other flotsam and jetsam that is standard to any zan-jay, in order to help Shell Lake’s Sue Dodge with good sale. Doors open at 8 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 11, and her work there. They are literally building a cement runs until 5 p.m. The hours on Saturday are 8 a.m. to block building that will act as a church, school and noon. clinic for the orphans living in the compound. Haiti has If you’re lonesome for a great garage sale, or if you many orphans. Because the location for the complex is just want to come and help out these two great girls, reright on the southern coast of the country, all the build- member, the sale is this Friday and Saturday, and everyings will be constructed to be hurricane resistant. The thing is ready for your shopping pleasure.
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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 715-635-3975 for more information. ••• The Washburn County Area Humane Society is looking for volunteers to update and maintain their Web site 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 e-mail 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 715-7907213 or e-mail walsh7213@yahoo.com. 30rtfc ••• To publish a volunteer opportunity, submit it to us by Monday noon. E-mail it to wcregister@ centurytel.net, bring it to the office, or call 715-4682314. 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 for the winter. The room may be opened by appointment, depending on weather conditions. Please call 715-6357937 for more information. Monday: Celebrate Recovery meetings at 6:30. This is a Christ-centered 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 TimeOut 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 715-4682982. 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. Shell Lake Alano Club Meetings on CTH B, 2 blocks off Hwy. 63. All meetings are nonsmoking Sunday 10 a.m. AA Monday Noon AA Open Tuesday Noon AA Closed 7 p.m. AA Closed Wednesday 1 p.m. AA Open 7 p.m. NA Open Thursday 1 p.m. AA Open 7 p.m. Al-Anon Closed Friday 2 p.m. AA Closed 7 p.m. AA Open Saturday Noon AA Closed Fourth Saturday of every month, Pin Night with 5:30 p.m. potluck and 7 p.m. meeting. Closed meetings are for only that group. AA Alcoholics Anonymous. GA - Gamblers Anonymous. NA - Narcotics Anonymous. Al-Anon - is for relatives and friends of alcoholics.
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RICE LAKE - Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College announced on Wednesday, Jan. 2, that the current version of the GED test will expire Dec. 13. The current version, known as the 2002 Series GED test, will be replaced with the new 2014 GED test on Jan. 2, 2014. Those who have taken the 2002 Series GED test, but not passed all five parts, have until the end of 2013 to pass, or they will need to start over again in 2014 with the new GED test in order to receive their high school credential. “The GED test opens doors to college, better jobs, the respect adults deserve and the satisfaction of earning a high school credential,” said Steve Bitzer, vice president of student affairs at WITC. “We want to be sure that everyone is aware of this deadline. GED test-takers must act now to finish and pass before the current test expires.” Interested GED test-takers can find more information
at finishtheGED.com or contact the GED testing center at your local WITC campus. “Support is available at WITC,” said Bitzer. “We can help adult learners get prepared to take the parts of the GED test they still need to pass. We want you to succeed.” “To anyone who has already started the GED test, your future is calling. By passing the GED test, you can answer that call,” said Randy Trask, president and CEO of GED Testing Service. “You owe it to yourself. Don’t miss the chance to turn one small step into your next big opportunity in life.” WITC serves the educational and career needs of more than 25,000 residents of northwestern Wisconsin each year. With multiple campuses, WITC offers careerfocused associate degree programs, technical diplomas, short-term certificates, customized business training and a wide array of courses for personal or career enrichment. WITC is a member of Wisconsin Technical College System. WITC is an equal opportunity/access employer and educator. For more information, call 800243-9482 or visit witc.edu. — from WITC
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Radon is a cancer-causing, radioactive gas. You can’t see, smell or taste radon, but it may be a problem in your home. Radon is estimated to cause many thousands of deaths each year. Your home traps radon inside, where it can build up. Any home may have a radon problem. This means new and old homes, well-sealed and drafty homes, and homes with or without basements. You should test for radon. Testing is the only way to know if you and your family are at risk from radon. Polk County serves as the Radon Information Center (RIC) for Burnett, Washburn, Douglas and Polk counties. For a limited time, bring this coupon to the Polk, Burnett, Douglas or Washburn County Health Dept. for a $5 radon test kit (normally $8) or mail this coupon with your name, address, phone and $7 (includes $2 shipping) to: Polk Co. Health Dept. ATTN.: Patty 100 Polk Co. Plaza, Ste. 180 Balsam Lake, WI 54810
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MADISON - Wisconsin’s frozen road law took effect on Friday, Jan. 4, for the region designated by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation as Zone 1, which includes Hwy. 8 and other state and federal numbered highways north of Hwy. 8. The frozen road determination for other portions of the state will be made once conditions warrant. The frozen road law allows heavier loads for trucks carrying peeled or unpeeled forest products cut crosswise – not including woodchips – or salt, sand and other abrasives for winter maintenance until approximately early March, unless thawing necessitates an earlier cancellation of the provision or continued cold weather allows for an extension of the declaration period.
The declaration is issued once the ground under highway pavement is frozen to a significant depth and allows the maximum gross weight for trucks hauling logs or salt and sand for maintaining roads in winter to go up to 98,000 pounds on vehicles with a minimum of five axles (from the normal 80,000 pounds). Special permits for hauling the increased weights are not required in Zone 1, however, vehicles must be legally licensed at 80,000 pounds to handle the increased weights. The higher weight limits do not apply to county or local roads unless authorized by the local agency having maintenance authority. Also, higher weights may not be transported on any highways or bridges that are specifically posted for lower weight limits. Further information on weight restrictions and the Frozen Road declaration can be found on the WisDOT Web site at dot.wisconsin.gov/travel/truck/weight restrictions.htm. Haulers with specific questions can contact WisDOT’s Oversize/Overweight Permits Unit at 608-266-7320. — from WisDOT
Lake Road, one mile north of CTH A in Stone Lake, when he swung too wide, causing the tire to go off the edge of the pavement and ending up down the embankment, coming to rest on the driver’s side. No injuries were reported. The vehicle was towed with moderate damage. At 5:15 p.m. Daniel D. Bethards, 46, Brule, with passenger Rachelle I. Bethards, 44, Brule, were southbound on Hwy. 53, one-third mile south of Hwy. 70 in Spooner, when he veered toward the shoulder, hit a patch of slush, overcorrected and Wednesday, Dec. 19 At 4:59 p.m. Robert J. White, 44, lost control. The vehicle traveled Rice Lake, was southbound on Hwy. across the left lane and entered the 53, a half mile south of Cranberry median, where it struck a tree and Drive in Sarona, when he hit a deer. came to rest. The vehicle was towed No injuries were reported. with minor damage. No injuries reThe vehicle was towed with moder- ported. ate damage. Tuesday, Dec. 25 William R. Souther, 49, Shell Thursday, Dec. 20 Nicole C. Tripp, 18, Springbrook Lake, was eastbound on CTH B, a was southbound on Hwy. 53, taking half mile west of CTH P in Sarona, the exit ramp to Hwy. 63 in Spooner, when he lost control on the slick when she lost control on the slippery roadway while negotiating a curve, roadway, lost control and slid into the went into the ditch line on the north ditch at 8:11 a.m. No damage or in- side of the road, and broke off a juries were reported. The vehicle power pole with a transformer attached. The vehicle came to rest on was towed out. the passenger’s side, facing CTH B. No injuries were reported. Friday, Dec. 21 At 4 a.m. Scott D. Moran, 50, The vehicle was towed out with seStone Lake, was coming out of a vere damage. horseshoe-shaped driveway onto
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Tuesday, Dec. 18 At 12:09 p.m. Mary S. Andrea, 63, Spooner, was southbound on CTH A, one-fifteenth of a mile north of Worthy Lane in Spooner, when she turned to look at her dog in the backseat, missed the curve in the road, went down the embankment, struck a tree, spun around and finally stopped. Andrea had wrist pain, pain in the neck and bit her tongue or lip in the accident. The vehicle was towed with minor damage.
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Sympathy is extended to Mark and Linda Terrian and family due to the death of Mark’s mother, Gladys. She had lived with Mark and Linda for several years, but her funeral service was held in Illinois. Gladys was 94. Hank and Karen Mangelsen joined their children and families for their Christmas celebration Saturday, Dec. 29, at the home of Jake and Holly Mangelsen. Karen Mangelsen called on Florence Brewster Monday morning. In the afternoon, she visited Verna and Everett Lindstrom. Marlene Swearingen, Lorri and Sam McQuade, Donna, Gerry, Nina and Lawrence Hines and John, Diana, Hank and Karen Mangelsen were guests at the home of Lida Nordquist Monday. They enjoyed an evening of visiting
Barronett by Judy Pieper
Did you watch the Outback Bowl? I mentioned last week that Olivia Marsh was one of the people who was going to perform at the pregame and at halftime with the Your Turn To Dance team. Jim and Wrig Marsh and I sat through the whole (boring) first half, and, of course, all they showed during halftime were old men talking about what we had already seen. Why!? Do they honestly think that anyone would watch North Carolina play Michigan if it weren’t for the halftime show? Maybe someone should write a scathing letter to the people who run ESPN about their programming. Sharai Hefty is probably one of the most amazing people I know. You remember a few months ago, I think back in August, she was in a pretty serious car accident and, in addition to other injuries, broke her nose. Well, she decided to wait until just last week to have surgery done to fix it. She went in on Thursday, Jan. 3, for the surgery. The doctor had to rebreak her nose and do lots of stuff that you probably would rather not hear about. I saw her right after surgery, and her eyes were already swollen and black. OK, now comes the amazing part. Sharai had played a few parts at the Red Barn Theatre this year, and she was up for Barney Awards for best new actress and best supporting actress. The Barney Awards were on Friday evening, Jan. 4, the day after she had surgery. On the way to Sacred Heart, she was telling me that she was sure she would feel well enough to go to the awards. I didn’t say it out loud, but I thought she was crazier than heck. Who in the world would be pain free enough one day after surgery to be out in public? Sharai, that’s who. Not only did she, Joe and Linda attend the awards banquet, she won the award for best supporting actress for her role as Vernadette Simms in “The Dixie Swim Club.” So, congratulations on your award, Sharai. I really didn’t think you could do it. Rick and Robin Theese had a wonderful time during the holidays because all their kids and grandkids came back from North Dakota to visit. On Christmas Eve, Derek Theese, Heather, Brad, Aarianna and Jon Carlson, Bea and Harlan Andersen and Illa Theese and Archie were all at Rick and Robin’s home celebrating Christmas with them. Rick and Robin had lots of fun playing in the snow with Aarianna and Jon. Rick said that the only bad part of the whole visit was telling them goodbye again. Aarianna and Jon had such a good time that I bet they will talk their mom and dad into letting them stay with Grandpa and Grandma for a while this summer. Derek didn’t go back to North Dakota when the others did. He has decided to stay in Wisconsin for a while. Derek is very creative, and very good at interior design, and is considering starting his own business as an interior design consultant. Actually, he‘s also very good at landscaping. He designed Illa Theese’s flower beds, and I think he had a lot to do with the landscaping at Rick and Robin’s place. He’s a very talented young man. Duane and I were invited to Rick and Dale’s open house on Dec. 30. They are such gracious hosts — their home was beautifully decorated and they had all kinds of good food to sample. We were having a wonderful time, but had to leave early because I had told Alyse that I would watch Tru that evening at about 6. Well, we had just left Rick and Dale’s, and I got a call from Adam saying that he wouldn’t be bringing Tru over because she was sick and that he was going to stay home with her. I really felt like turning around and going back to Rick and Dale’s and rejoining the party, but I thought they might think that was a little weird, so we just went home. We thought we were going to have little Wrig at the house that evening too, but Jim called earlier and told us he wouldn’t be coming over. Darn, we’re supposed to have both little ones, and neither showed up. It was pretty quiet around here. Pat Olson went to Missouri to spend New Year’s Day with Jay and Marcia and the kids. She had a wonderful time playing with the grandkids and great-grandkids. Only problem was that she came home with a terrible cold. Duane calls that grandkiditis. Those little people are always sneezing and coughing directly at their grandparents. I guess that’s about all I know from Barronett this week. Hope 2013 is starting out great for you. See you later.
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and playing cards. Lawrence, Nina, Gerry and Donna Hines, Lida Nordquist and Marlene and Bruce Swearingen went to Tony’s for pizza on Jan. 1 to celebrate the beginning of 2013. Clam River Tuesday Club met Jan. 2 at the home of Lida Nordquist. The next meeting will be Feb. 6 at 1:30 p.m. at the home of Judy Leonard. There will be a gift exchange ($10) for those who care to participate. Also, the ladies will play the dice game, so each person is asked to bring several small wrapped items for that. Hank and Karen Mangelsen called on Donna and Gerry Hines Friday morning. Ann Johnson and Karen Mangelsen visited Verna and Everett Lindstrom Friday afternoon. They helped Verna celebrate her birthday. Lida went to a middle school basketball tournament Saturday to watch grandson Caleb Schott play. Later she
went to Centuria and visited at the home of Rick and Angie Funk. Rick’s birthday was celebrated. Karen and Hank Mangelsen were guests at the home of Jake and Holly Mangelsen Saturday evening. April, Dave, Patty and Mandy Close were there also to help Holly celebrate her birthday. Lawrence Hines went pheasant hunting with his sonin-law, two grandsons and several friends at Wild Wings Hunt Club near Hugo, Minn., Sunday. Marlene Swearingen brought lunch for Donna and Gerry Hines Sunday. Nina Hines and Lida Nordquist were guests for the meal and the afternoon, too. Ronda and Maynard Mangelsen had a birthday celebration for their grandson, David Lester, and a friend, Kaylee Reinaas, Sunday. Supper guests were David, Kaylee, Ryan Hanna, Jean, Terry, Bryce and Brea Williamson and Daniel, Cora, Jordan and Daya Lawrence.
The sun is shining brightly here in Shell Lake. It will warm up, but the evenings are cold. It’s always nice to have the sun shining as everyone is in a better mood. We probably will catch bad weather in March. We all enjoyed the Rose Bowl parade, and we also enjoyed the game even though we lost. Our sympathy to the family of Eunice Bennett who passed away last week. Funeral services were held at the Methodist church in Shell Lake. We welcome Pat Rounce of Shell Lake who moved in here at Glenview last week. She celebrated her 103rd birthday on Friday. Also, we welcome Phil and Irene Wagner who are now residents of Glenview. Last Sunday afternoon, we were treated to a violin presentation by the grandchildren of Jim and Robyn (Swan) Seitzer who have a home on Shell Lake. The concert was performed by their 9-year-old grandson and 7-year-old granddaughter. They played many numbers by memory and did a great job. They get up every morning to practice 1-1/2 hours before going to school. That has to be dedication. They were visiting here from Nebraska. Thank you so much for coming by Glenview and playing. After leaving here, they went up to Terraceview to play for Art Swan. Pastor Arvid Sundet, the interim pastor at Salem Lutheran Church in Shell Lake, came here last week to visit with some of Salem’s parishioners. Talking to my grandson, Jerid Pederson, in western North Dakota last week they were having sleet with strong winds and cold weather making for slippery roads. I guess we lucked out on that storm.
Last Thursday afternoon, Diane Davenport took her mom, Florence Carlson, out to visit Mavis and Roger Flach who are recovering at home from surgery and illness. Our prayers are with them. Sympathy to the family of Rita Hillman who passed away last Sunday. Funeral services will be held on Saturday Jan. 19, at Salem Lutheran with the visitation 10 a.m.noon and the service at noon. Lunch will be held at 1 p.m. following the service. On Saturday afternoon, Frank Mortenson, Margaret Jones and Lillian Ullom enjoyed a potluck supper with Florence Carlson to watch the Packer/Viking game … with Packers being victorious. Sunday, Jan. 6, Mary Marschall entertained a birthday dinner for her husband, John. Attending were Wealthy and Darryl Marschall of Amery, Sara and Kyle Mathison, Brady and Ashley, and Brian and Jade and friends Cookie and Wyatt. Birthday greetings to you John. New Year’s Eve, Mary and John had dinner with friends in Hudson and New Year’s Day dinner with Wealthy Marschall in Amery. On Dec. 30, Mary and John went out to eat with Opal and Bill Haase. I think most of us were watching basketball or football at our homes over the weekend and didn’t have time to go out. Better luck next week. “It’s no use,” Ricky’s mother heard him shout. “What’s no use?” she asked. “Well, I’ve been praying for a new computer, and Art just doesn’t listen.” “Who is Art, dear?” “Art in heaven,” Ricky replied.
Heart Lake news by Helen V. Pederson
Reflecting on city’s accomplishments in 2012 and looking forward to a successful new year
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s we embark on a new year, I am very excited about current projects in the works and proud of what our citizens and city employees have accomplished in 2012. We saw some positive business growth with three businesses expanding in the industrial park. This included Schultz Automotive, Shell Lake Woodcrafters and Xact Tool Inc. The preservation and access to the lake continued to be a priority. Dredging was done at our Class A boat access due to the low lake level. This helped ensure boats could launch from that shallow area. Rain gardens were installed at city hall, the community center and one of our Class C lake accesses. This will help slow and prevent runoff from reaching the lake. The courtesy dock has now been available one full year, and we have made some adjustments to help increase its use. After several years in retirement, the large metal swimming raft was restored and made available to swimmers at the public beach. There were also a number of improvements completed to help the city’s infrastructure. We continued our commitment to monitor the sewer collection system, checking for any areas that need attention. Several bad spots have already been found and will now be fixed on a priority basis. In terms of our roadways, one mile of North Lake Drive was chip sealed to prolong the life of the road. Heisterkamp Road was milled, and a culvert was installed, with blacktopping scheduled for 2013. This was an intergovernmental project with Beaver Brook. Other major maintenance projects included the painting of the 150,000-gallon water tower on CTH B and the installation of a new telecommunications tower in that area. City hall was re-sided due to deteriorating stucco, and a new air conditioner was purchased
for the library. Equipment was also upgraded, with a new tractor and plow purchased by airport entitlement funding. The majority of the local share was covered by the Lake Point Aero Club. The city also has a new squad car after experiencing a few delays. And last but not least, the city council oversaw a smooth transition in the leadership of our local law enforcement, as Dave Wilson was appointed chief of police for the city of Shell Lake, filling the position vacated by Clint Stariha, who retired after 36 years of serving our community. Looking at the months ahead, there are a number of street projects planned for reconstruction, including water and sewer in some areas. Work will also begin on a new ATV trailhead and campground, which will be funded in full by registration fees that are collected by the state of Wisconsin. Additionally, a major upgrade will be done to our current campground by installing 50-amp electric service, water and sewer to all sites, and a unisex bathroom and lighting at the north end of the park. All of this is being made possible by a Stewardship Grant and local match. Plans for improving Hwy. 63 through the city of Shell Lake continue for a 2015 start and completion date. I am very happy to say that we are saving the city money due to successful negotiations with Xcel Energy for lighting along the highway. There will also be a multipurpose path that will run from CTH D to CTH B, which was organized with the help of Greg Kittelsen as chairman of the Hwy. 63 committee. I look forward to serving Shell Lake again this year and working with you to help ensure that our city continues to be a great place for people to live, work and visit. If you have any questions, my door is always open. Please feel free to stop by city hall and say hello.
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Eunice L. Bennett
Eunice L. Bennett, 91, passed from this world on Thursday, Dec. 27, 2012, at Duke Medical Center in Raleigh, N.C. She was born July 4, 1921, in Renwick, Iowa, to Fredolin and Leona (Holm) Klaessy. After graduating from Renwick High School, she attended Westmar College where she met Ray Bennett. She and Ray were married Sept. 7, 1941, and resided in Iowa until 1954 when they moved to Shell Lake. Eunice worked for Shell Lake School District for many years until her retirement. She was very active with community organizations, a charter member of the Indianhead Hospital Auxiliary, a member of the Shell Lake City Council and a long-standing member of the United Methodist Church. Being a child of the Depression, Eunice recognized the sacrifices that were made by her family in overcoming the hardships of that time. From these experiences, she understood the importance of her family, hard work and the need to help those less fortunate than her. Eu-
nice was a kind and gracious lady. She will be dearly missed by all those whose lives she touched. She is survived by sons Robert (Sarah) Bennett, Bismarck, N.D., and Bruce (Joan) Bennett, St. Paul, Minn.; grandchildren Natalie (Andy) Cogswell, Rebecca Gunderson, Jay Bennett, Mark Bennett and Sam Bennett; great-grandchildren Ryley and Megan Gunderson and Robert and Andrea Cogswell; sister Bernice Hobbet; sister-in-law Eloise Klaessy; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ray, in 1978, her parents, her special aunt, Ottilia Kitley and her brother, Eugene. Visitation was held Jan. 4 at the Skinner Funeral Home in Shell Lake. Memorials preferred to Washburn County Food Pantry or Shell Lake United Methodist Church. The Skinner Funeral Home, Shell Lake, was entrusted with arrangements.
Anthony “Tony” Joseph Scaffidi, born and raised in Cudahy, was reunited with his dad, Joe, on Dec. 28, 2012, at the age of 56, after a courageous battle with hemochromatosis. He was the proud father of Joseph (Greta) and Kathryn Scaffidi and Kera Lyttle. Beloved son of Patricia Scaffidi. Brother of Josephine Marie Scaffidi, Laura (Jeffrey) Kopczynski,
Sandra Siwieck and Nicholas (Angela) Scaffidi. Dear uncle of Corrine and Justin Kopczynski, Samantha Siwieck and Katrina Scaffidi. Tony spent over half of his life in Stone Lake where he moved after a fishing trip with his dad. He loved his time on the lake. He was a member of the Stone Lake Volunteer Fire Department, and just before his illness he drove the bus for Sawyer County, so in his short life he touched many lives. He was loved very much and will be missed by many.
Rita Susan Margaret (Forrestal) Hillman, 67, Shell Lake, passed away Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, at Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire. Rita is now free from her three-year-long battle with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Rita passed comfortably with family at her side. Rita was born Dec. 24, 1945, in Nottingham, England, to Bernard and Betty (Sheppard) Forrestal. Rita grew up in Duluth, Minn., where she attended Denfled High School. Rita married Larry Hillman on Dec. 26, 1965. Together Rita and Larry farmed in the Town of Barronett, where they raised their three children. Rita was a homemaker and worked as a cook for many years. Rita enjoyed reading, gardening, painting, singing, music and crafting. She taught Sunday school at Salem Lutheran Church while her children were young. Rita found great joy in caring for her grandchildren and family.
Rita will be deeply missed by her husband, Larry; son, Andrew, Cameron; daughters, Stacey (Lance) Leach and Nicole Hillman, both of Shell Lake; brothers and sisters, Bernie (Hersh) Chandler, Mike Forrestal (Marilyn), Cindy Waldriff, Joanne “Fay” (Jim) Stick, Robert “Bob” (Phyllis) Forrestal, Pat Forrestal and Barney Forrestal (Kimmie) all of Duluth, Minn.; grandchildren, Andrew, Kayla, Ashley, Skylar, Mackenzie and Sarina; as well as Timmy and Jenna; two great-grandchildren, Bella and Zander; three step-grandchildren, Tyler, Josh and Simon; two step-great-grandchildren, Hayden and Adalyn; and many nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, Jan. 19, at Salem Lutheran Church in Shell Lake, at noon with Pastor Arvid Sundet officiating. Visitation will be held at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Private burial will take place at the Clam River Cemetery in the Town of Bashaw. Cremation Society of Wisconsin is serving the family. Online condolences may be left at cremationsocietywi.com.
Anthony “Tony” Joseph Scaffidi
Rita Susan Margaret (Forrestal) Hillman
Washburn County court news Corey J. Malloy, Spooner, criminal damage to property, $323.00, probation, sent. withheld; disorderly conduct, $243.00, probation, sent. withheld. James H. LaPlant, Minong, failure to register dog with town clerk, $150.10, twice. Kimberly J. Moravec, Spooner, issue worthless check(s), $1,075.90, probation, sent. withheld; issue worthless check(s), $243.00, probation, sent. withheld. Hailey M. Flach, Shell Lake, speeding, $175.30. Lonny L. Gohde, Sarona, trespass to land, $263.50. Michael H. Olson, Sarona, OWI, $817.50, license revoked 6 months, alcohol assessment.
THANK YOU TO ALL WHO HELPED SPONSOR THE AAA SPORTSHOP 7TH-ANNUAL YOUTH ICE-FISHING FUNDAY ON DECEMBER 27 Schmitz’s Economart - Spooner Bake Shoppe - Ace Hardware - Kwik Trip - Friesses Minnow Farm Hayward Bait - Donn Kubnick - John Leckel Grandgirls Emmalee, Emme, Bailee, Makenna - and HT Enterprises, supplier of all the jig poles for each youth to take home.
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Tina M. Jenson, Trego, worthless check(s), $263.50. LeeAnn Montgomery, Bensenville, Ill., speeding, $200.50. Annette M. Petersen, Hertel, seat belt violation, $10.00. Dereck S. Richardson, Shell Lake, operating motor vehicle without insurance, $127.50. Shiloh T. Riehm, Minong, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50; operating while suspended, $200.50. Joseph D. Shoquist, Longmont, Colo., operating without valid license, $200.50. Randy L. Tucker, Sarona, OWI, $817.50, license revoked 6 months, alcohol assessment. Leonard C. Wells, North Freedom, vehicle equipment violations group 3, $175.30, twice; operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.00. Jennifer Urban Gzybowski, West Lakeland, Minn., speeding, $200.50.
Taylor T. Bergman, Clayton, speeding, $200.50. Jacob A. Wahleithner, Spooner, drink open intoxicants in motor vehicle, $263.50; operating while suspended, $200.50; violate absolute sobriety, $389.50; OWI, $817.50, license revoked 6 months, alcohol assessment. Nancy L. Eagan, Sarona, speeding, $175.30. Glenda M. Haynes, Sarona, speeding, $200.50. Michael E. Henderson, Chicago, Ill., speeding, $175.30. Randall C. Johnson, Stillwater, Minn., speeding, $175.30. Morris J. Rowe, Roseville, Minn., speeding, $200.00. Faith E. Schloneger, Spooner, improper registration of vehicle, $175.30. Philip D. Takkunen, Lake Nebagamon, speeding, $175.30. Michael J. Neurer, Hudson, operating while revoked, $299.00.
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Michael A. Dixon, Webster, possession of THC, $299.00, other sentence, community service; operating with restricted controlled substance, $817.50, license revoked 6 months, alcohol assessment, other sentence. Scott A. Fogelberg, Shell Lake, disorderly conduct or resisting or obstructing an officer, $263.50. Eric E. Hamer, Shell Lake, OWI, $1,469.00, local jail, restitution, license revoked 24 months, other sentence. Michael J. Lehouillier, Spooner, bail jumping, $243.00, probation, sent. withheld, local jail; credit card theft by acquisition, $243.00, probation, sent. withheld. Derek D. Dahl, Hillsdale, dog running at large, $178.50, restitution.
Maude L. Parker
Maude L. Parker, 89, Washington, Mo., formerly of Shell Lake, died Tuesday, Dec. 25, 2012, at Potosi Manor Nursing Home in Potosi, Mo. She was born Oct. 16, 1923, to Alex and Ada (Peticort) Decker. She was married in Pine City, Minn., on March 28, 1940, to Ernest Parker who preceded her in death on Dec. 24, 2005. Maude was also preceded in death by daughter Susie in 1989. She is survived by daughters Linda (Gene) Hagen, Fort Wayne, Ind., Sally Elder, Steelville, Mo., and Lilah (Randy) Dougard, Shell Lake; many grandchildren and greatgrandchildren and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 9:30-11 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 10, at the Skinner Funeral Home, Shell Lake, with burial to follow at the Shell Lake Cemetery. The Skinner Funeral Home of Shell Lake was entrusted with arrangements.
Edward “Bud” Gullickson
Edward “Bud” Gullickson, Spooner, died Jan. 4, 2013. Services are pending. The Taylor Family Funeral Home, Spooner, is entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences can be made at scalzo-taylor.com.
Laura Jellen
Laura Jellen, 91, Spooner, died Monday, Jan. 7, 2013. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, Jan.11, at 1 p.m., with visitation from noon to 1 p.m., at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church, Spooner. A visitation will be held on Thursday, Jan. 10, from 5-7 p.m., at Taylor Family Funeral Home, Spooner. The Taylor Family Funeral Home, Spooner, is entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences can be made at scalzo-taylor.com.
Sarona by Marian Furchtenicht
Folks have been enjoying these nice, sunny January days that we have been having. I see lots of ice fishermen on the lakes and have been seeing lots of flocks of turkeys at Mavis Schlapper’s, the Zimmerman fields and along Bear Lake Road. While coming home on CTH A, northwest of Spooner, we saw a hundred or more on one field and also saw a big and beautiful eagle, so there’s lots of turkeys around. There has been flu and colds going around that delayed some family holiday get-togethers. Marlene Hansen traveled by Amtrak out of Red Wing, Minn. to Minot, N.D., and spent 10 days with daughter Krista and Karl Okonek and grandson Jaydon over the holidays. Sunday, Marlene and friend Jack Haines went to New Richmond to one of his family functions. The Bergman clan were at Vivian’s for Christmas Eve and at Gene and Kathy’s for Christmas Day. Last Saturday at Marilyn Zimmerman’s for the Hrouda side get-together they were happy to have Jim’s son, Aaron and wife Kandi and baby daughter Harbor from Fort Atkinson and Jim’s daughter, Sara Hrouda had flown in from California. She’s spending time with her mom, Jeannette Hrouda, in Spooner, too. Thursday evening, Marilyn Zimmerman, daughter Renee and Lisa Vellvang attended the visitation for cousin Mary McCraw at Bruce. Visiting at Debbie and Mark West’s on Saturday were her brother and his wife, Dave and Lynn Andrea, from the Carolinas. Get-well wishes to Dick Gagner who hasn’t been feeling well and spent a couple of days in the hospital recently. Last Sunday, Elfreda West and I had a nice day visiting Avis Thorp in Stone Lake. Saturday, grandson Casey, brother Don Shoquist, Spooner, sister Nell Lee, Stanberry, and I went together to sister Sharon and Merle Wilber’s in Webster for a noon meal and our Christmas get-together. Daughter Mary Marschall cooked lasagna and had their kids, Sara and Kyle, Brady and friend Ashley, Brian and friend Jade, John’s mom Wealthy Marschall, Amery, his brother Daryl and friend Cokey and son Wyatt of Hudson and myself for noon meal and special cake for husband John’s birthday on Sunday. Many more are wished for my special son-in-law. Happy birthday to Sue Krantz, Emma Frey, Karen Davis and Kenny Paffel, Jan 10; Vinnie Williams, Colton Smith, Judy Albee and Shannon (Sutherland), Jan. 11; Jim Gagner, Julia Lyga, Karianne Furchtenicht and Ron Furchtenicht, Jan. 13; Paul Jachim, Jolyn Wade, James Swanson, Bill Pfluger and Danelle Anderson, Jan. 14; Val Smith, Barb Haynes, Wanda Lindenberger and Jason Johnz, Jan. 15; Catherine Benham, Jan. 16. Anniversary wishes to Sam and Libby DeTrent, Jan. 9; and Tim and Ingrid Elliott, Jan. 12. Hunt Hill is having their soup and sandwich every Tuesday from noon to 1 p.m. A freewill donation is appreciated. This gives people the opportunity to meet some new folks while enjoying warm, tasty soup, crackers and cheese.
Alliance
Lake Park Alliance
53 3rd St., Shell Lake 715-468-2734 Rev. John Sahlstrom, Lay Pastor Richard Peterson, 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.
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.
Catholic
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
CTH D, Sarona Father Edwin Anderson 715-468-7850 Sunday Mass: 8:30 a.m.
St. Francis de Sales
409 N. Summit St., Spooner Father Edwin Anderson 715-635-3105 Saturday Mass: 6 p.m. Sunday Mass: 10 a.m.
AREA CHURCHES Episcopal
Salem Lutheran, ELCA
St. Alban's
803 Second St., Shell Lake 715-468-7718 shelllakesalem lutheran.org Worship 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:15 a.m..
Corner of Elm and Summit St., Spooner 715-635-8475 Holy Eucharist: Sunday at 10:30 a.m.
Full Gospel
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 10 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
Barronett Lutheran
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.
Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church
(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
(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.
Methodist
United Methodist
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 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.
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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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Notices SCHOOL DISTRICT OF SHELL LAKE REGULAR BOARD MEETING DECEMBER 17, 2012
President Jeri Bitney called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. School board members present were Jeri Bitney, Stu Olson, Linda Nielsen, Steve Naglosky, Phil Holman, Tim Mikula and Mary Ann Swan. Also present were Jim Connell, Kim Osterhues, Don Peterson, Phyllis Bergeron, Kelly Lehnert, Jessica Beecroft, Lori Hanson-Hungerbuhler, Jenifer Bos, Kristi Hoff, Barry Nielsen, Danette Hopke, Jordyn Monson, Christian Monson, Dominic Hopke, Kaelin Laub, Alan Nauertz, Audrey Kevan and Meredith Kevan. Public comments - Jessica Beecroft inquired as to how Shell Lake Schools is dealing with the incident in Newtown, CT. Mrs. Bitney explained that measures are being done by administration and guidance counselors to continue to ensure the safety of students. Mrs. Nielsen moved to accept consent agenda items a-c and seconded by Mrs. Swan. The motion carried. Administrative comments Don Peterson • Gave an explanation of the evaluation of participants of the Mad City Money simulation which senior students participated in. • Distributed a flyer about students from Tech Ed class who worked on building a shed for the Monarch Butterfly habitat. • Talked about the Educator Effectiveness system and that there will be a workshop on Jan. 31, 2013. Mrs. Bos and four FFA students spoke about the various contests FFA members have participated in and awards they have received in 2012. Kim Osterhues • An explanation was given about the Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium which is an assessment test that will take the place of the WKCE testing program beginning in the 2014-15 school year. • Also explained was Next Generation Science which are new science standards that will be available for review in January 2013. • Social Studies standards update are guidelines for states to create their own standards. These will be released in the spring of 2013. Jim Connell • Carrie Herman is checking into the possibility of Schoolwide Title 1 in grades 7-12. • Is looking into expanding the Summer School program and will talk with the City of Shell Lake to see if the school district can take over the swimming program. • Ed Heagle may teach a technology class to substitute teachers. Unfinished Business Al Nauertz did a presentation on Wolf Ridge and thanked the school board for their support so that students can continue to participate in the Wolf Ridge Experience. Mrs. Swan moved to approve hiring Corrie Behling as National Honor Society advisor for the 2012-13 school year, seconded by Mrs. Nielsen. The motion carried. New Business Mr. Olson moved to allow bow hunting on school forestland for the remainder of the 2012-13 archery season and to authorize Mr. Connell to sign any special permits, exercising his best judgment, seconded by Mrs. Nielsen. The motion carried. An amended motion was then made to read: Mr. Olson moved to allow bow hunting on school forestland for the remainder of the 2012-13 archery season for the purpose of collecting CDW data and under landowner permit and to authorize Mr. Connell to sign any special permits, exercising his best judgment, seconded by Mrs. Nielsen. Motion as amended carried. Mr. Mikula moved to approve hiring Nick Wall as middle school girls basketball coach pending a successful criminal background check and drug screen, seconded by Mr. Holman. The motion carried. The family of Laura Johnson was recognized for their generous donation which is to be used for library books at the primary school. Mr. Holman moved to approve that ITV teachers receive a stipend of $300.00 per class, seconded by Mrs. Swan. The motion carried. Mr. Connell discussed the possibility of an insurance co-op to possibly reduce insurance costs. Mrs. Swan moved to hire Michelle Zeller to help in speech and language for one a week for a daily rate of $275.00 for remainder of school year, 2012-13, seconded by Mr. Olson. The motion carried. Mr. Mikula moved to accept the resignation of Sara Ducos as special education aide, seconded by Mrs. Swan. The motion carried. Mrs. Swan moved to approve hiring Lana Balts as replacement for Sara Ducos as special education aide at the Primary School for 2012-13, seconded by Ms. Nielsen. The motion carried. Mrs. Swan moved to approve the maximum number of spaces for open enrollment for the 2013-14 school year as presented in addendum1, seconded by Mr. Holman. The motion carried. Ms. Swan moved to hire Ryan O’Connell as high school track assistant coach for the 2013 track season, seconded by Mr. Mikula. The motion carried. Mr. Mikula moved to hire Ted Ricci as middle school track coach for the 2013 track season, seconded by Mr. Holman. The motion carried. Committee and other reports were heard. Mr. Mikula moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Mr. Holman. The motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m. Addendum1
Shell Lake School District
Grade Level
Projected Numbers
Current Open Spots
Kindergarten
36 students
Two sections = 0 Three sections = 18
First Grade
42 students
Three sections = 12
Second Grade
56 students
Four sections = 16
Third Grade
47 students
Three sections = 7
Fourth Grade
47 students
2 sections of about 24 Open: 7 for class size of 27
Fifth Grade
61 students
2 sections of 24 1 section of 13 (due to classroom size) Open: 6 for class size of 27
Sixth Grade
45 students
2 sections of about 23 Open: 9 for class size of 27
Seventh Grade
54 students
2 sections of 27
Eighth Grade
42 students
2 sections of 27 Open: 12 students
Special Education
Mrs. Balts: 16.3 Mrs. Waak: 22.2 Mrs. Schrankel: 29.4 Mrs. Wendel: 18.9 Mrs. Kevan: 26.6 Mr. Hopke: 25.6
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(Jan. 9, 16, 23) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT WASHBURN COUNTY Bank of America, N.A. as servicer for The Bank of New York Mellon fka The Bank of New York as Trustee for the Certificate Holders CWALT, Inc. Alternative Loan Trust 200565CB Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-65CB Plaintiff vs. SUSAN R. GRENA, et al. Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 7 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on August 22, 2012, in the amount of $286,322.28, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: February 6, 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: Part of Lots 6, 7, 8 & 9, Block 2 Rockford Park described as Lot 6 of Certified Survey Map #2396 recorded in Volume 10, Page 118, as Document No. 255687, Washburn County, Wis. PROPERTY ADDRESS: W2672 Rockford Road, Sarona, WI 54870. TAX KEY NO.: 65-028-2-38-1124-5-15-602-510500. Dated this 24th day of December, 2012. /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. 2394097 575844 WNAXLP
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Leonard H. Leach III, Spooner, and April L. Sheehan, Spooner. Noah M. Schloneger, Barronett, and Olivia N. Scanlon, Meenon. Steven M. Mains, Trego, and Charollotte K. Andriotis, Trego. Scott F. Zenisek, Madge, and Pamela D. Zenisek, Madge. SHELL LAKE SELF-STORAGE: Barry Rehrig, Spooner, and SerConvenient, 24-hour access. Special ena M. Tatro, Spooner. low-cost boat storage. Call 715-468Keith A. Kemp, Beaverbrook, 2910. 2rtfc and Nichelle L. Bohl, Beaverbrook. ARE YOU STILL LOOKING FOR YOUR 2013 CALENDAR? We have a few still available for purchase at the Washburn County Register newspaper office, Lake Mall, downtown Shell Lake. Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m. 21rp
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NOTICE OF MEETING TOWN OF SARONA
Notice Is Hereby Given That The Sarona Town Board Will Be Meeting On Mon., Jan. 14, 2013, Following The Caucus Which Begins At 7 p.m. At The Sarona Town Hall The agenda shall be posted one day prior to meeting. Victoria Lombard, Clerk 576028 21r
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BID NOTICE CITY OF SHELL LAKE
The City of Shell Lake is seeking bids for maintenance painting of the 100,000-gallon multilegged water tower. Project specifications are available at the City Administrator’s office. Sealed bids must be submitted to the City of Shell Lake, 501 First Street, P.O. Box 520, Shell Lake, WI 54871, by 1:30 p.m., Monday, March 4, 2013. For further information, contact Public Works Director Jeff Parker at 715-468-7873 or e-mail shelllakepwd@gmail.com. The City of Shell Lake reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids or to select the bid most advantageous to the City. 576096 21r WNAXLP
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NOTICE OF TOWN CAUCUS TOWN OF SARONA
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the electors of the Town of Sarona, Washburn County, State of Wisconsin, that a Town Caucus for said town will be held at the Sarona Town Hall on Monday, January 14, 2013, at 7 p.m., to nominate candidates for the different town offices to be voted for at the Town Election to be held on the first Tuesday in April 2013. Victoria Lombard, Clerk 576027 21r WNAXLP
MEETING NOTICE - CITY OF SHELL LAKE
The Shell Lake City Council will hold their regular monthly meeting Monday, January 14, 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: Appointment to fill First Ward City Council vacancy and committee assignments, Recommendation to modify Personnel Policy for seasonal and part-time employees; Unfinished Business: Zoning Administrator Position Description, Update on Zoning Administrator request for proposals, Update on CWD City Hunt Project; Mayor’s Report; Any other items that may be added to this agenda will be posted at City Hall. Bradley A. Pederson, City Administrator 576092 21r
PUBLIC NOTICE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS COMMUNITY RIGHT-TO-KNOW Public Law 99-499 is the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act of 1926, Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 186 (SARA Fund). This law was enacted to protect and inform all citizens of the existence of hazardous chemicals that may be manufactured, stored, distributed or used in a community. Information about these hazardous chemicals and locations is available for public review during business hours at the Washburn County Office of Emergency Management (715468-4730) located at 421 Hwy. 63, Shell Lake, WI. Information available is limited to compliance with P.L. 99499 and does not include all chemicals that may pose a threat to humans, animals or the environment. Telephone inquiries as to specific information in the files will not be accepted. Copies of documents may be made at the expense of the requester and at rates established by the 575951 21r County.
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Students exhibit their art
Shell Lake sophomore Curtis Parker with his oil painting of a bald eagle. He is a student in Mrs. Carlson’s art class.
Art is a way to express yourself and your thoughts. Allysha Feeney and Chelsea Melton are shown with their artwork.
Madison Johnson with her oil painting of something “similar in a different time and place.” Photos by Larry Samson
School menus
Breakfast Monday, Jan. 14: Juice, cereal, toast. Tuesday, Jan. 15: Fruit, sausage patty, French toast. Wednesday, Jan. 16: Juice, cheese omelet, toast. Thursday, Jan. 17: Breakfast pizza, juice. Friday, Jan. 18: Fruit, yogurt or cereal, toast. Lunch Monday, Jan. 14: Chicken nuggets, whipped potatoes, brussels sprouts, corn, fresh fruit. Tuesday, Jan. 15: Sandwich bar, fresh veggies, fresh fruit. Wednesday, Jan. 16: Pepperoni pizza, fresh veggies, fresh fruit. Thursday, Jan. 17: Hot dog, baked beans, coleslaw, fresh veggies, fresh fruit. Friday, Jan. 18: Lasagna, beets, green beans, fresh fruit, bread stick. Breakfast served each day for K-12 students.
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A more expressive Hannah Cassel mirrors the cosmos and nature with this painting.
Hailey Flach’s oil painting of a shark was on exhibit at the Reinhart Commons in the Shell Lake High School. The best art pieces are displayed for public viewing through the school year.
Students to audition for “Cinderella”
SHELL LAKE — Prairie Fire Theatre is coming soon to Shell Lake. Students in grades 3-12 are invited to audition for “Cinderella” on Monday, Jan. 14. Prairie Fire information packets will be available in the elementary and high school offices.
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Rehearsals will be held during the week of Jan. 14-19. Performances are at 4 and 7 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 19, at the Shell Lake Arts Center. The Shell Lake PTA sponsors this event. — with submitted information
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Repaying a bet
Canoe museum starts new year with new executive director
Newly appointed WCHM Executive Director Jed Malischke stood in front of a Rushton Vesper that was part of the museum’s 2012 annual display. — Photo submitted
SPOONER — The Wisconsin Canoe Heritage Museum has announced the hiring of its first executive director. Jed Malischke of Spooner has accepted the position that started Jan. 1. This will be the first time the museum organization has had a person in this position, and the hiring has fueled a sense of optimism about the future of the museum and its continued growth in the Spooner area. “I am very excited about the new possibilities and doors this will open for the museum,” says the new executive director, “and I’m looking forward to serving and moving the organization forward as best as I can.” Malischke had previously served on the board of directors for the museum and also as its treasurer. A resident of the Town of Evergreen, Malischke is the owner and operator of CM Management Company, which provides services for special events and nonprofit organizations. He holds a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Minnesota, a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin, and is a certified festival manager in the state of Minnesota. Malischke also currently works with the Minnesota Bluegrass and Old-Time Music Association, The American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation, and has previously provided event services for the Spooner Area Chamber of Commerce as well as several other
local chambers in Wisconsin. The Wisconsin Canoe Heritage Museum is located at 312 Front St. in Spooner. It was incorporated as a nonprofit in 2008. This volunteer-led organization is devoted to the preservation and interpretation of the cultural heritage of canoes and canoeing in North America. The exhibit hall opened to the public in 2010 and is a seasonal operation. Typical open times are 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesday through Saturdays and Sundays 11 a.m.-3 p.m. between Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day weekend, and also weekends in September. Other days and times can be arranged by appointment. In addition to the exhibit hall, the WCHM has a 2,500-square-foot canoe shop designed to celebrate the rich legacy of canoe craft while inspiring and educating a new generation of builders. An annual event, Wisconsin Canoe Heritage Day, is produced by the WCHM on the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend and includes a canoe and wooden boat show, museum tours and open house in the museum exhibit hall, the unveiling of a new annual display, ongoing activities in the canoe workshop, and food and beverages in the beer garden. For more information about the WCHM call 715-635-2479, or visit WisconsinCanoeHeritageMuseum.org. — from WCHM
A vehicle driven by John Grassl, Sarona, struck the Lakeview Bar and Grill on Wednesday, Jan. 2. — Photo by Larry Samson
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SHELL LAKE — The Lakeview Bar and Grill, located on Shell Lake’s 5th Avenue, suffered damage on the morning of Wednesday, Jan. 2, after being struck by a 1999 Saturn SL sedan, driven by John R. Grassl, 19, Sarona. According to the Shell Lake Police Department, while traveling north on Hwy. 63, Grassl’s vehicle malfunctioned causing him to lose control of the vehicle. The
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Though he is a avid Packer fan, Marvin Mortensen poses with two of his favorite waitresses wearing their Viking shirts at Peggy’s Place in downtown Shell Lake. Peggy Crawford is a Viking fan and proud to support her team. Renee Kolbertenz, a Packer fan, is forced to wear the Viking shirt because she lost a bet over the last game of the regular season. With the 24-10 Packer win over the Vikings, it will be Crawford’s turn to wear a Packer shirt. — Photo by Larry Samson
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