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Feb. 8, 2012
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Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2012 Vol. 123, No. 25 • Shell Lake, Wis.
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BREAKERS
Adult pairs of swans form pair bonds at about 3 to 4 years of age and may remain together their entire life. In some cases, the males who have lost their mates do not mate again. While this is the norm, some will switch mates over their lifetime. — Photo by Larry Samson
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STATEWIDE – Not all U.S. soldiers deployed to Afghanistan go there to fight the Taliban. The 58 members of the Wisconsin National Guard’s 82nd Agribusiness Development Team are heading to the eastern province of Kunar soon to spend a year helping Afghan farmers improve their crop yields. The Wisconsin Ag Development team will replace a similar team from the Illlinois National Guard now working on seeding and irrigation projects at several demonstration farms run by the Afghan government’s Department of Agriculture. Col. Darrel Feucht just returned from spending a week at the project and says he’s optimistic that the Wisconsin team can pick up where the Illinois team left off when it arrives in early March. “The big thing that we probably learned on that visit was that tuber crops are really big, be it turnip or potatoes,” he says. “They’re working on how they can rotate several different crops per year and how to do the mound planting, real fundamental farming on some of these things.” The team’s main goal will be to help subsistence farmers in the province grow more crops, but security concerns there are still top priority. Feucht says more than half of his team are combat soldiers tasked with protecting the ag specialists from possible attacks by Taliban forces. One reason for his recent visit was to meet farmers and let them know that a new ag development team is coming soon. “So a lot of the locals now know that the Bucky Badger patch that we wear is going to be the replacement, and we’re not a combative force, we’re here to support the agricultural mission,” he says. Feucht says he hopes his team can create some peaceful ties with farm families in Afghanistan by forging links between an Afghan Agricultural High School in the province and a chapter of Future Farmers of America here in Wisconsin. – by Gilman Halsted, Wisconsin Public Radio
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Shell Lake walleye in Cenex commerical; Larry the Cable Guy sports Spooner Fire shirt
by Jessica Beecroft SHELL LAKE/SPOONER – What a week for Washburn County Board of Tourism! Not only did Larry the Cable Guy wear his Spooner Fire District T-shirt (with sleeves removed, of course) during an interview with NFL Network’s Rich Isen, but the Shell Lake walleye statue was highlighted in a Super Bowl commercial for Cenex. If you have not seen the commercial, you can search for it on www.youtube.com under Cenex “anthem” TV spot or go to www. cenex.com. The commercial is part of an advertising campaign that Cenex is promoting, “Tanks of Thanks” for people serving their local communities. Larry the Cable Guy is Dan Whitney, a resident of Lincoln, Neb. His ties to this part of the Midwest began in 2005 when he married Spooner High School graduate Cara West of Sarona. “I’m a Packer fan,” Larry told Isen. “My wife is from Wisconsin. She grew up on a cattle ranch in northern Wisconsin. Sarona. I have to be a Packer fan. Plus, in 2003, Brett Favre did an interview wearing a Larry the Cable Guy ‘Git-R-Done’ T-shirt!” Michelle Voight, director of Washburn
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Larry the Cable Guy wears his Spooner Fire District T-shirt during an interview with Rich Isen. – Photo submitted
County Tourism, said, “We’ve had people contact us who have said they heard about the area from Larry the Cable Guy. I think it’s neat that he’s sporting T-shirts from the area.” State tourism is doing a push to promote nonsnow activities in the state as well. According to Voight, the snow trails have only been open a total of one week so far this winter. “It is great that we have Larry the Cable Guy promoting our area,” she said.
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Shell Lake Primary students sledding for reward day Austin Klinkhammer and Megan Dunlavy don’t know it, but Lilly Fogelberg is steering the sled with her eyes closed. They were enjoying their recess on the hill. Once a year, the Shell Lake Primary students bring their shiny sleds to school for sledding as a reward day.
Jillian Furchtenicht is a colorful sight coming down the sledding hill.
Taking advantage of the falling snow, Joe Carlson is eating snowflakes as he comes down the hill.
Mark Skluzacek is steering, and Jamison Lucas is going along for the ride.
Photos by Larry Samson
How cool is this, sledding with your teacher. Rhiana Powers is having the time of her life with her kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Miller.
Look out, Maddie Melton and Abby Fankhauser are about to run into Mallory Mortensen who thinks this is way too funny.
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Concealed carry permit holder not charged in Milwaukee shooting
by Chuck Quirmbach Wisconsin Public Radio MILWAUKEE - Prosecutors won’t file charges against a concealed carry permit holder who used his gun to shoot an apparent robber in a Milwaukee grocery store. It’s one of the first highly publicized shootings under Wisconsin’s new concealed carry law. The district attorney in Milwaukee County says a man was shopping with his wife when an armed robbery started at a cash register. The man moved his wife and another customer away, took out his handgun, fired several times at the robber and wounded him. District Attorney John Chisholm
says the man won’t be charged because he had a concealed weapons permit and was justified in pulling the trigger. Chisholm says he made his decision after interviewing the shooter, looking at video from multiple cameras in the grocery store and talking with police. The grocery store did have a sign on the door saying no firearms were allowed inside. But Chisholm says the shooter also won’t be penalized for not obeying the sign. A Wisconsin group that opposes handgun violence declined comment on the decision not to charge the shooter, but says it will look into why the man is already touting a Web site that promotes the concealed carry law.
by Maureen McCollum Wisconsin Public Radio LA CROSSE - Displaced UW-La Crosse students will not be moving back into a dorm that caught fire recently. It’s been an emotional week for students living in Drake Hall. Although no one was hurt, 271 residents had to pick up their lives after furniture caught fire in the residential hall basement. UWL officials say cleaning the damage and rebuilding the alarm and electrical systems will take longer than anticipated. So, they’re working tirelessly to relocate students for the rest of the semester. Dr. Nick Nicklaus is UWL’s director of residence life, “We want to give options to our students. Here’s where you can go. ‘I would prefer not to go there, I want to be here.’ And we’re going to try to deal with all 271 students as individuals and treat them with personal attention.” UWL will place students in empty
dorm rooms, study lounges and possibly hotels. Some students have moved in with friends. Community members, as well as Western Technical College and Viterbo University, have volunteered space. Drake Hall resident assistant Sean Mobley called the dorm home for more than a year and a half. He’ll be living with four other RAs in a spare UWL study. Mobley says some students are taking it harder than others, “Once the email went out about permanent closure for the semester, right after that, I was in a room with another RA and we’re like, ‘We got to go over there to Eagle,’ and when we got there and some of the girls were crying, it was tough emotionally and it was tough for us too.” The fire’s cause is still under investigation, but investigators say it wasn’t an electrical fire, or one caused by a heater or accelerant.
LUCK — Maybe she was better off wheezing a little. Regardless, a request during an investigation led to multiple charges for a woman who accidentally revealed her stash of drugs. It began when police were called to a rural Luck address early in the morning on Sunday, Jan. 29, for a report of a violent fight between two sisters, and when they arrived, they found the residence in chaos, with broken bottles, chairs, furniture and kitchen table. One of the women, Kimma Mosay, 40, did not acknowledge the police at the door and attempted to ignore them, pretending to be asleep. An officer noticed the home in disarray and entered the residence. During questioning, Mosay said she needed her “puffer” or inhaler, for a pending asthma attack, and asked the deputy to retrieve it from her purse. That was when the deputy noticed several other narcotics in the purse alongside the inhaler. The deputy noted finding marijuana paraphernalia, a plastic container with white powder and marijuana “roaches” in another baggie. Mosay was arrested on charges of drug possession of marijuana and methamphetamine and also had a blood alcohol concentration of .221, almost three times the legal limit. — from the Inter-County Leader ••• FREDERIC —The report of a juvenile under the influence and passed out in a rural Frederic ditch led to the discovery of a drug-fueled troubling scene at home, where a toddler and another child were allegedly ignored and left to fend for themselves, possibly for days at a time. According to the police report, when they investigated the child in the ditch incident, they learned that it may have involved drugs that came from the mother, Angela D. Berg, 40, Frederic. When investigators went to the intoxicated juvenile’s home, a child showed them pieces of drug paraphernalia and a white packet with powder in it, allegedly from the mother. The investigators noted that the home was in a state of disarray and authorities said there were also a 1-year-old and a 6-year-old child in the home at the time, with spoiled food for those children spread across the kitchen. Further investigation revealed that the woman may have been under the influence so severely, that she may have slept for three days straight, ignoring repeated efforts by the toddler and other child to wake her. She was taken into custody and was initially charged with two counts of recklessly causing mental harm to a child, as well as using methamphetamine with children present. The children were placed with social services when she was taken into custody. Jay Junglen, 48, Berg’s boyfriend, reportedly became combative and
threatening to both police and the children, and he was also placed under arrest for obstruction of the investigation. — from the Inter-County Leader ••• CUMBERLAND — Cumberland Memorial Hospital and Cumberland Medical Clinic announced recently that they would begin marketing their services jointly as Cumberland Healthcare. The partnership, which includes all services provided by both entities, renews a long-standing commitment to creating a health-care network that serves Northwest Wisconsin. — from the Cumberland Advocate ••• RICE LAKE — In times of rising college costs, increasing student debt and poor post-degree job placement, more people are choosing low-cost colleges like UW-Barron County. In 2005, total enrollment at UW-Barron County was 573. It has increased steadily since then, reaching 703 in 2010 and 702 this year. What’s the reason for the increase? “The economy,” said Dale Fenton, UW-Barron County assistant dean. “I think things have been bad enough that a lot of students who would have attended a fouryear college have come our way instead.” The promise of lower tuition and consequently lower student loan debt has made UW-Barron County a more appealing choice. — from The Chronotype ••• PRAIRIE FARM — A 49-year-old Prairie Farm woman is being held in Barron County Jail on a $2,500 cash bond after she allegedly slashed her brother’s hand with a machete at the home she shares with her mother. Terri S. Broten is charged with second-degree reckless endangerment, disorderly conduct and criminal damage to property after police were dispatched to the home. Carol Broten, 72, Terri’s mother, told police that Terri is a severe alcoholic who had been having problems. That morning, Carol asked Terri to pack up her things and move out because of the things her daughter had been doing. Terri got upset, went upstairs and came down waving a machete. She started yelling and threatening Carol. Carol called her son and his wife, Karl and Karla Broten, and they came over to the residence. When Terri Broten continued ranting, hitting the countertops and desk with the machete, Karl Broten stepped in between the two women and grabbed the machete from his sister, cutting his hand. During this time, Karla Broten was knocked to the floor and 9-1-1 was called. — from the Barron News-Shield
UW-La Crosse students will not return to dorm after fire
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Co-ops: Part of the solution
by Bill Oemichen is concern for community. President and CEO All across America, co-ops Cooperative Network pitch in to assist local ecoIn a world of high unemnomic development, ployment and crippling through loans or grants to debt, the spirit of enterstart-up businesses, donaprise is needed more than tions to local services, and ever. On the other hand, in many other ways. when enterprise is deSome 800 million people formed into plunder, worldwide are members of whether by a corporation, cooperatives and about 100 by government or by indimillion are employed by vidual businesspeople, the businesses. cooperative result is likely to resemble Here in the United States, what we struggle to rethere’s no area with greater Bill Oemichen cover from today. Nations co-op activity than Minthat are home to the world’s largest nesota and Wisconsin, the No. 1 and 2 economies are seeing their credit down- states respectively that are home to the graded and their citizens fearful of most cooperatives. what may become of their savings and Between our two states, more than investments. 1,600 cooperatives have more than 6 There’s an important lesson in this as million members (many people are we begin the International Year of Co- members of more than one), employ operatives: a business model that stays more than 65,000 and account for more focused on delivering needed goods than $43 billion in economic activity anand services through self-reliance and nually. self-help is far less likely to abuse cusTo recognize the power of cooperatomers, cheat investors, or run up lia- tives to promote economic and social bilities and leave the rest of society development and help eradicate holding the bag. American coopera- poverty, the United Nations has protives have been proving this every day claimed 2012 the International Year of for more than 260 years. Cooperatives, with the theme CooperaA unique way of doing business, co- tive Enterprise Builds a Better World. operatives are owned by their mem- As president and CEO of Cooperative bers. The first U.S. cooperative was a Network, the trade association for cotown mutual insurance company— operatives of all kinds in Minnesota neighbors joining together to insure and Wisconsin, I’ll return periodically each others farms and homes—organ- this year with more brief essays on the ized by Benjamin Franklin in 1752. ways cooperatives embody that theme. What’s true of the original town mu- I hope you find them informative about tual is also generally true of other types the cooperative way of doing business of cooperatives. They’ve typically been by putting people first. formed to meet needs that large, forEditor's note: This is the first in a series profit companies would not fulfill at a of columns that will run throughout 2012, reasonable price or were uninterested shining a light on various cooperative secin serving because of a small or incon- tors, their business principles, and the imveniently scattered customer base. portant role they play in our local and state The core concept of a cooperative is economies. The United Nations has deto deliver goods and services to the clared 2012 the International Year of Coopmembers at cost, plus a sufficient mar- eratives to recognize that cooperatives are a gin to sustain day-to-day operations major economic force in developed as well and guard against unforeseen ex- as developing countries. Cooperative Netpenses. Because they are not-for-profit work is a leading business association in organizations, earnings above a pru- Wisconsin and Minnesota. It serves more dent reserve—determined by a board than 600 member-cooperatives, owned by of directors elected by their fellow more than 6.1 million Minnesota and Wismembers—are treated as the property consin residents, by providing government of the members based on their patron- relations, education, marketing and techniage of the co-op. cal services for a wide variety of cooperaIt’s in that sense that we say cooper- tives including farm supply, health, dairy atives exemplify the American tradi- marketing, consumer, financial, livestock tions of self-reliance and neighborly, marketing, telecommunications, electric, mutual assistance. And it’s in that same housing, insurance, worker-owned coopersense that we champion co-ops as part atives and more. For more information of the solution to today’s economic about Cooperative Network, visit woes. One of seven principles that www.cooperativenetwork.coop guide the co-op way of doing business
UW sculptor to do life-size bronze statue to living Tuskegee Airman
by Mike Simonson Wisconsin Public Radio SUPERIOR - There’s an effort in Duluth and Superior to erect a monument to a living Tuskegee Airman. Joe Gomer was a member of that group of black pilots who broke racial barriers flying missions over Europe in World War II. There were 992 black Americans trained at Tuskegee, Ala., to fly fighter planes. Gomer of Duluth is one of the fewer than 100 still alive. These men engaged Nazi Luftwaffe planes, protecting Allied bombers flown by white pilots. Gomer says their success came at a great price. “Suppose you’re sitting in your tent and you’ve lost all your tent mates, your four original tent mates plus replacements, and you know that you’re going to keep on flying,” he says. “That is Russian Roulette on a grand scale.” Veterans groups are trying to raise $50,000 to build a life-size bronze statue of Gomer. They’ve commissioned UWSuperior sculptor Tim Cleary to do the
job. Cleary says this has become a personal obsession. “And I realized to my horror, I really didn’t know anything about the Tuskegee Airmen,” he says. “The more I found out, the more horrified I became that part of history was something I knew nothing about. That started a ‘I’ve got to do something about this.’” Before the Tuskegee Airmen, AfricanAmericans were banned from flying in the military. But the racially segregated group blew away the myth that people of color didn’t have the ability or nerve to fly in combat. Gomer says that’s important to remember. “I hope people realize what we did because it proves that given the opportunity, you can be anything you want to be, and I never thought there would be a black commander in chief within my lifetime,” he says. They hope to have the money raised and the statue erected by Gomer’s 92nd birthday, June 20.
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Is it worth it?
As a resident of Ashland County where the proposed iron mine will be located, I read Rep. Roger Rivard’s press release on the mining bill in the Feb. 1 Washburn County Register with interest. Rivard says, “People are desperate for jobs.” That may be somewhat true in Hurley, which has not seen diversity in their economy after copper mining declined 30 years ago, but is less true in Ashland. Ashland is about the same size as Rivard’s hometown of Rice Lake and, I think, compares quite favorably when comparing our economies. Major employers in Ashland include Bretting Manufacturing, Memorial Medical Center, Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College and Northland College.
I have lived in Ashland for the past 53 years and, while we could always use more jobs, we are not so desperate that we will accept polluting our lakes and rivers for those jobs. Some of the unease locally concerning Gogebic Taconite stems from the fact that this company has no experience mining iron ore. They have experience mining coal in Appalachia. A check of their Web site shows they’ve hired Bill Williams, who has mining experience in Minnesota, to be their president, but the second in command of the small group worked for a private equity firm and as an investment banker, and their chief engineer designed coal mines. With our lakes and trout streams at risk, you hope they
know what they are doing. Rivard says, “I wouldn’t vote for this bill unless I was sure that Wisconsin’s natural resources are protected.” Perhaps he is not aware of what is in the bill he voted for. This bill weakens water withdrawal and water quality standards, weakens wetland water quality and mitigation standards and allows mining activities and waste sites to be located in wetlands, floodplains and waters of the state (lakes and rivers). In addition, the bill allows the mining company to request exemption from long-term responsibility after closure, and it can also request exemption from all mining law requirements. Toward the end of his news release, Ri-
vard says, “With today’s technology, mining can be safe and effective.” I’m sure that is true, but the mining bill just passed by the Assembly does not ensure the use of this technology. Williams was recently quoted in the Ironwood Daily Globe as saying that if the bill does not become law this year, “I think that may be the last straw” for Gogebic Taconite. The iron ore deposit has been known for many years. Statements like that cause Ashland County residents to question if it is economically feasible to mine the ore without polluting our lakes and rivers. If not, is it worth it?
I believe in God Almighty, creator of all things, in his word — the Bible, in Jesus Christ who forgave me of my sins. I believe there is a heaven and there is a hell. I believe in the sanctity of life from conception to the end of life, in marriage between one man and one woman, in traditional family values, in integrity. I believe in the Constitution of the United States of America, in democracy. I believe in being a responsible citizen and
voting and upholding those officials in prayer. In freedom of speech, but not speech that brings hatred for people who don’t believe as they do and brings division between groups of people. I believe Gov. Scott Walker is doing a good job. He should, and every elected official should, be allowed to fill out their term of office, unless they are found guilty of some crime. I believe the protests against our officials are wrong when they protest
in front of those officials homes and destroy property, bringing anxiety to those families. I believe our president is bringing division between two groups of people, the wealthy and the poor. We need the wealthy to create jobs and make honest investments to help teach and train the poor, so they can get jobs and are able to make their living without government help. I believe in giving a helping hand for those who can’t
work. Mark 12:30-31, Jesus said, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and all your mind, and with all your strength.” The second is this, “You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” There is no other commandment greater than this.
Wisconsin is home to one of the most popular and cost-effective long-term care programs for seniors and people with disabilities in the country. Yet this important program, Family Care, was frozen in July and waiting lists continue to grow. The Legislature’s cap on Family Care brought a halt to the programs, and a lot of anxiety to thousands on waiting lists in need of support to get out of bed and eat their meals, take medications, get to work or participate in community life. Relief arrived in a December announcement from the governor and a letter from the federal government saying the caps would soon be lifted. As February approaches, the people who need these services are still waiting. Although a bill has been introduced, the Legislature has not scheduled a hearing, and the clock is ticking. And we say shame on legislators for putting people’s lives on hold. If there is any doubt who is served by this program, here is a glimpse: More than one-fourth of the people waiting are over age 85, and 121 are over 96 years old. Forty percent need help with three or more critical daily tasks, like preparing meals. We ask, how long can these people wait? Our organizations often hear from Family Care recipients – like the family in Mequon whose daughter requires total care, or the woman in Hudson who
is glad to have support so she doesn’t have to move to a nursing home. Then there is the young man in Mondovi who will have nowhere to go when school ends. He wants to work, but will face a wait list. Voting for lifting the cap on Family Care means these individuals get the supports they need, and the public continues its investment in a cost-effective program that saves tens of thousands of dollars per person by keeping people out of costly institutional care. By anyone’s measure, it is a win-win. Legislators have all the information they need, various audits, testimony and reports, demonstrating the program’s efficacy. It works. We say no more excuses, schedule a public hearing and pass the bill. AARP Wisconsin and Disability Rights Wisconsin, joined by coalitions of aging and disability advocates, have fought hard to emphasize the value of this program to our state’s seniors and residents with disabilities. Lifting the caps and expanding Family Care to the counties that currently do not have it is long overdue. Legislators should lift the cap and keep the community promise – it’s the right thing for people and the right thing for the budget.
Lisa Pugh, public policy coordinator Madison Note: The Aging and Disability Resource Center of Barron, Rusk and Washburn coun-
ties has 110 people on a waiting list. Barron County 78; Rusk County 14; and Washburn County 18.
I have always been proud of our state, not only of its beauty but the beauty of the people. The people in our state are good and caring people. However, this past year since Walker came to power, this has been destroyed. How can one man and his administration destroy what years of cooperation between parties have built? He has pitted family, neighbors and friends against each other. First came his lying about and attacking public workers, eliminating bargaining rights that was catastrophic to our state. As a retired public worker, I worry about the many people I know that are affected by this. Now he wants to privatize my retirement so that his buddies in finance and investment will reap huge commissions. In most conversations when Walker’s name is mentioned, it’s the bargaining rights that people discuss. But there are many issues against Walker and why the recallers worked so hard to get it out there. Walker is killing the budgets and raiding surplus in those programs that help the less fortunate in our communities and that educate our children who are our hope of the future for our state. We all know someone who benefits from these programs. How can formerly reasonable people actually praise him for that? Especially knowing that the money he is saving is being given to people who do not need or deserve one dime of our state’s money, his extremely wealthy friends. And all those jobs he promised? Wisconsin now leads the nation in job loss, and Walker is purposely sending many
of those jobs out of state. Wisconsin is noted for its lakes, vast forests and wildlife. We have had programs for years protecting this beauty and safeguarding our water. Up here in the north, we have been extremely blessed. We will lose much because of cutbacks on the clean water budget; the cutting of jobs of people who protect our clean air, land and water; by not restricting manufacturing, mining, etc. to our state’s environmental standards; and by selling our public forests to these same companies. I could add much more to the list. Think, your drinking water and your swimming and fishing lakes might not be so clean in the future. If our water goes, so do we. I can’t believe that more people can’t see what is happening right in front of them. Everyone has the right to vote, and there shouldn’t be any barriers to this right. The claimed fraud has been proven to be less then a percentage point of 1 percent. Walker wants everything out of his way so that he can be in total control of our beautiful state. I’ve seen many governors in my lifetime from both parties and mistakes have needed correcting. This is truly a governor that has set out to destroy our state and policies that have worked for years, and he is succeeding. As I said, I am angry and really sad that one man has caused all this destruction and is continuing to do so.
Looking at the fishing pictures on page two of the Feb. 1 issue of the Washburn County Register, I was wondering how many fish the Indians netted or speared out of Shell Lake. At least they left these kids a couple of perch. I don’t remember reading the actual numbers taken or the quotas posted.
I know from my personal fishing experience, the walleye numbers are way down. Could you bring any of these numbers to our attention?
I believe
Helen Hoar Ashland/Shell Lake
Evelyn Melton Shell Lake
Shame on legislators for putting people’s lives on hold
Helen Marks Dicks, associate director for advocacy-state issues Madison
How much is Walker responsible for appointees
Recently, Gov. Walker appointee Kevin Kavanaugh of Milwaukee was arrested and charged with stealing money intended for the children of deceased veterans. Should Walker be impugned for choosing this bad apple if he is indeed guilty? I think it depends what the governor knew and when he knew it. So far, the John Doe investigation authorized by the court to investigate the embezzled children’s funds has resulted
in six of Walker’s staffers, associates and appointees being charged with a total of 15 felonies and three misdemeanors. Those charges range from embezzlement to misuse of public property to child enticement. Let’s watch carefully to see where this nasty-looking thing is headed.
I was very impressed to read Congressman Sean Duffy’s column in the Superior Telegram last week about his newly introduced Restrict Act. According to the congressman, the Restrict Act would encourage all members of Congress to put their stocks into a blind trust. For too long, Washington has been run by corrupt politicians using their positions of authority for their own financial gain. It is quite refreshing to know that
our own representative is not part of that crowd. He is someone who is willing to stand up for what is right, even if it is not the most popular decision among his peers. I hope we continue to see this type of strong action from our congressman.
Ed Fischer Spooner
Impressed
Ronald E. Nyman Superior
Many issues against Walker
Phyllis M. Haseleu Barronett
A question about fish numbers
Wes Rasmussen Shell Lake & Las Vegas, Nev.
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Cross-country ski race, cancer fundraiser registration now open
SHELL LAKE — On Sunday, Feb. 19, a cross-country ski event will take place at the Red Barn ski trails in Shell Lake. Ski Out Cancer will be a combination of elite, youth and family races and special events, which will bring together all those who love cross-country skiing and want to support the fight against cancer. One-hundred percent of the race proceeds will go to the American Cancer Society. To register for Ski Out Cancer, please call 715-205-4424 or go to the race Web site www.SkiOutCancer.com. Race offerings For elite racers, three races will take place, so you can compete in three events in two hours. There will be 100-percent race payout for the top four finishers in each category, paid in the form of gift certificates at the sponsoring ski store.
Baton girls
New Moon Ski Shop Elite 10K, 1 p.m.; OutThere Elite 2K, 2:10 p.m.; Riverbrook Bike and Ski Shop Elite 5K, 3 p.m. Youth racers have multiple options. Spooner Health System 5K, for middle and high school racers, 1:40 p.m.; Dahlstrom Lakeside Market Youth 2K, 2:20 p.m.; Shell Lake Clinic 2K, for grades 7-12, 2:40 p.m.; Sterling Bank Quick K, for all youth, 3:20 p.m.; McDonald’s Super Sprint, a 200-meter obstacle race, from 2 to 3 p.m. Finally, the casual skier and families can participate in the signature race, the Tim Reedy State Farm 2K or 5K, at 3:30 p.m. If snow conditions are not conducive, a makeup day of March 3 is planned. For more information call 715-205-4424 or go to www.SkiOutCancer.com. — submitted
Washburn County all-agency conservation meeting set
SHELL LAKE — The Washburn County Land Conservation Committee is sponsoring an all-agency meeting for various county, state and federal agencies involved in conservation issues. The meeting will be held on Thursday, Feb. 16, in the county boardroom from 9:30 a.m.-noon. The meeting is open to the public. This is an opportunity for the land conservation committee to hear other agency representatives discuss what is
going on in Washburn County. Agencies invited to this year’s meeting include the Department of Natural Resources, National Park Service, Natural Resources Conservation Service, UW-Extension and the Washburn County Land and Water Conservation Department. This year invitations will also go out to the Minong Flowage Association and the Long Lake Preservation Association to discuss their aquatic invasive species activities. — from WCLCC
Food pays library fines, helps others
SHELL LAKE — As a way to help the local food shelf and also to assist patrons with overdue fines, the Shell Lake Public Library is sponsoring Food 4 Fines during the month of February. For every nonperishable food item brought to the library, $1 will be taken off
Shell Lake Lions Calendar Winners
January 30 - $30 Don Bremer, Shell Lake January 31 - $30 Darwin Nordin, Seatlle, Wash. February 1 - $30 Joan Foley, Shell Lake February 2 - $30 Ron Masterjohn, Shell Lake February 3 - $30 Jeanne Massingill, Warren, Ill.
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Temps & levels
Temperatures recorded at Spooner Ag Research Station 2011 Jan. 30 Jan. 31 Feb. 1 Feb. 2 Feb. 3 Feb. 4 Feb. 5
2012 Jan. 30 Jan. 31 Feb. 1 Feb. 2 Feb. 3 Feb. 4 Feb. 5
High 24 20 18 17 14 24 30
High 21 34 43 33 36 40 41
Low Precip. 3 trace snow 9 2.0” snow 1 2.0” snow -7 -6 12 12 .2” snow Low 2 21 27 29 31 14 12
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of Shell Lake Public Library fines. The item must be sealed and not expired. The Food 4 Fines cannot be used for lost or damaged material and cannot be used as credit toward future fines. — from SLPL
Jasmine Fosberg, Betsy Hall and Amanda Fosberg will be making a trip of a lifetime to Orlando, Fla., to compete in the International Baton Championships, Twirl Mania, on Feb. 16. Jasmine is 16 and her sister, Amanda is 14 years old. They are from Spooner. Betsy is from Gordon and attends Northwood High School. They will be competing as the Rising Stars Twirling Team and in the individual competition. — Photo by Larry Samson
Register Memories
1952 - 60 years ago
• Births announced at Shell Lake Hospital were Michael Dean on Jan. 31 to Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Anderson, Shell Lake; Karen Kay to Mr. and Mrs. James Nyman, Shell Lake, on Feb. 4; and Joyce Ellen on Feb. 5 to Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Dahlstrom. • Charter members of the Shell Lake Chapter of the Eastern Star were Mrs. O.H. Wange, Lucy A. Leonard and Mrs. Elizabeth Knapp. • “A” students named at Shell Lake Schools for the first semester were Dean Mommsen, grade 9; Bernice Schrankel, 10; Jeremy Shea, 10; Patsy Albee, 11; Shirley Hickox, 11; Ray Miller, 11; Shirley Hawkinson, 12; Doris Lindemann, 12; Shirley Lukens, 12; Joan Stegeman, 12; and Barbara Villella, 12. • The Shell Lake PTA gave $75 to the school to purchase movie screens for the grade school and high school. Making the presentation to Principal Chester Crowell was the president of the PTA, Mrs. John Swanson.
1962 - 50 years ago
• A baby shower was given in honor of Mrs. Vern Scribner at the Robert Schlapper home in West Sarona. • Mr. and Mrs. Tony Roeser, Mr. and Mrs. John Furchtenicht, Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Krantz, Mr. and Mrs. Vilas Huerth, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Schlapper, and Mr. and Mrs. Emil Norton were guests at the Ray Norton home to celebrate the new addition to their home. • Brownie leaders were Mrs. D.V. Moen, Mrs. Carl Bergquist, Mrs. Jim Rohlik, Mrs. Vern Parker, Mrs. Warren Winton and Mrs. Arthur Lind. • C.L. Lewis and C.H. Lewis flew to
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Washington state on a business trip. En route, they stopped at Fort Lewis, Wash., to see Gordon Kastner and Chet Davenport who were stationed there with the 32nd Division.
1972 - 40 years ago
• Linda Wennerberg was named Betty Crocker Homemaker of Tomorrow. • It was brought to the attention of the Shell Lake Chamber of Commerce of the need for a snowmobile club in Shell Lake. Snowmobilers in Shell Lake and the surrounding area were cooperating to form such a group. • Selected as Outstanding Teenagers of America were Jerry Soholt, Debbie Haremza, Linda Wennerberg and Tony Masterjohn. • Cecila Hackbarth was home after spending time in the hospital due to a fall and breaking her hip on Dec. 13. She was glad to be home again.
1982 - 30 years ago
• Cindy Heino and Boyd Anderson were selected Shell Lake’s Badger Girl State and Badger Boy State representatives. • Country Neighbors 4-H sponsored an ice-fishing contest. Prizes went to John Helstern for the longest game fish; Mike Jhetto, longest panfish; and Carl Brandenburg, first to catch his limit. • Seeking to be elected to the Shell Lake School Board were Ruth Biver, Gloria Carlson, David Ekern, Jeanne Ellis, Neil Anderson, John Ellis, Robert Hall, Beverly Thomas and Roger Helgeson. • Final steps separating the legal ties between Indianhead Memorial Hospital and the city of Shell Lake were nearing completion
1992 - 20 years ago
• Shell Lake Superintendent of Schools Brad Adams submitted his resignation. • After representing Washburn, Burnett, Polk and Barron counties as FourCounty Honey Queen, Tammy Smith of Shell Lake was crowned state honey queen by the Wisconsin Honey Producers at their annual convention in West Bend. • The Shell Lake Board of Education accepted the resignation of art instructor Joni Campbell at a special meeting. She became the elementary art instructor in Spooner. • Elaine and Marvin Schaefer, proprietors of Schaefer Apiaries near Shell Lake, were featured on “Venture North” on WDSE Duluth-Superior. The Venture North team spent a day with the Schaefers to see what goes into making beeswax candles.
2002 - 10 years ago
• Shell Lake High School wrestlers named all-conference were Jackson Smith, Trent Vanderhoof, Kip Reynolds and John Berlin. • Washburn County 4-H Ambassadors were Chris Rubesch, Maggie Edwards, Tim Sienko, David Sienko, Rita Butenhoff, Hannah Butenhoff, Beth Johnson, Joe Scaffidi, Billy Allen and Mark Eby. • Sue and Roger Mroszak hosted a card party. Guests were Don and Pat Israel; Dick and Shirley Quinton; Maynard, Ronda, Hank and Karen Mangelsen; and Evelyn and Judy Albee. • Holly Fitzgerald was named executive director of Kinship of Washburn County.
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STATEWIDE — Even people who take pride in being under control in every situation can easily lose control of their vehicles on icy or snow-covered roads when they drive too fast for conditions. “When there’s ice, snow and slick spots on roadways or when visibility is reduced because of bad weather, driving at the posted speed limit might actually be too fast for conditions,” says Wisconsin State Patrol Captain Jeff Frenette of the Northwest Region. “The speed limit is based on a dry roadway and good driving conditions. You might not be able to stop or control your vehicle at that speed on a slippery road or during hazardous weather.”
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Exciting career and technical education programs benefit students, communities
February is Career and Technical Education Month
MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction and the Wisconsin Technical College System are using February’s observance of Career and Technical Education Month in Wisconsin to highlight the wide range of exciting opportunities available to youth in the state who wish to explore their career options, and the benefit of those programs to Wisconsin industry and communities. During CTE Month, state Superintendent Tony Evers plans to visit some outstanding career and technical programs in pre-K to 12 schools and technical colleges. The two agencies are also providing an extensive list of outreach and publicity materials to help schools and others convey the career and technical education message to students, their parents, businesses and the public. During CTE Month, the state superintendent, along with Ernst & Young and Junior Achievement of Wisconsin, will name the state’s Young Entrepreneur of the Year. “Students need a wide range of rigorous, authentic career development experiences throughout their preK to 12 education,” Evers said. “These will help them learn skills as well as chart their future course, which is an essential part of graduating ready for further education or the workforce.” Career and technical education provides multiple pathways for students to become college and career ready, even while still in high school. Strong partnerships between and among pre-K to 12 schools, local businesses, and technical colleges are often an important component of CTE. These partnerships have been used to provide innovative instruction on state of the art equipment, put students creativity to work for local industry, create pools of local talent in communities,
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and make learning more relevant and engaging to students. Additionally, many educators in recent years have reinvented CTE, formerly known as vocational education, into a field that rigorously explores realworld applications of academic concepts. “Wisconsin’s 16 technical colleges have forged strong local partnerships with business and industry, as well a beneficial collaborations with area public school districts to build strong career pathways,” added Dan Clancy, president of the Wisconsin Technical College System. “For these partnerships to be successful, we need to make sure we connect high school students with the wide range of career options available to them through career and technical education.” Evers has strengthened support to increase and enhance opportunities for career and technical education in high school. The agency has offered schools simplified methods for verifying whether students may receive science, mathematics, social studies or English language arts credits for the increasing number of CTE courses involving rigorous learning in those areas. Evers and the department are also encouraging schools to adopt the sort of programs which allow students to take courses from postsecondary institutions while in high school, often receiving technical college and high school credits simultaneously. Nearly two-thirds of students in grades 6-12 participate in career and technical education courses, in fields like manufacturing, agriculture, business, family and consumer science, health occupations, marketing, technology and engineering. The Wisconsin CTE Month Web page, www.dpi.wi. gov/cte/ctemonth.html, will be updated in coming days to include public-address announcements, videos, success stories and more. More information about Career and Technical Education Month is also available at that location. — from WDPI
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SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Air Force Airman Jesse R. Horngren graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Horngren is the son of Mark and Kathy Horngren, Minong, and is a 2003 graduate of Central High School, Duluth, Minn. — from Hometown News
Chamber notes
by Suzanne Johnson The Shell Lake Chamber of Commerce met Thursday, Feb. 2, in the meeting room at city hall. Bob Schilling reported on the success of the Northern Wisconsin ATV/motorcycle ice-racing event that took place for the first time Saturday, Jan. 14, on Shell Lake, with 93 racers participating. The shelter house was used for registration, a warming place, and the chamber had food available for purchase there. The campground provided parking for those wishing to watch the races from their vehicles. The chamber is looking to host this event again and possibly having two races in the future. The snow sculpture event has been canceled this year due to the lack of good snow. The first baby of 2012 has yet to arrive in Shell Lake. The chamber will be giving each first born baby of the year at LifeCircle Birth and Wellness Center, as well as the Indianhead Medical Center, a basket of baby supplies, which includes a baby blanket made by Audrey Cusick. Corrine Hill, Easter egg hunt chairperson, is preparing for this year’s egg hunt to be held Saturday, April 7, in the municipal campground. She is seeking donations of plastic eggs. Melissa Denotter commented that the Miss Shell Lake royalty participated in parades the past few months in Siren, Duluth and Rice Lake and will be attending the Luck Winter Carnival parade on Saturday, Feb. 11. This year’s Miss Shell Lake queen pageant will be held during Town and Country Days. Discussion was held on the July 3 fireworks for Shell Lake. Donations are needed to be able to continue to provide this annual event that is well-attended. Other items discussed included Shell Lake promotional banners, Christmas decorations and utility poles with the projected 2015 Hwy. 63 project, as well as the printing of Shell Lake postcards. The next Shell Lake Chamber of Commerce meeting will be Thursday, March 1, 4:30 p.m., at the meeting room at city hall. Anyone interested in the chamber is welcome to attend.
Muench completes two-year program
CUMBERLAND — Smiles of achievement, excitement and relief were seen on many faces at the first-ever, master meat crafter training program graduation ceremony held at the DoubleTree Hotel in Madison on Jan. 20. This day marked the end of a two-year, rigorous meat processing training program for Louis Muench, with Louie’s Finer Meats, Cumberland. Sausage makers, meat industry leaders, university representatives and Wisconsin state government officials from across the state gathered to recognize Louie Jr. and 16 other deserving individuals as master meat crafters. The master meat crafter training program was developed in conjunction with the Specialty Meat Development Center of Wisconsin and is supported by the University of Wisconsin Meat Science Extension, University of Wisconsin, Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection, and the
SPOONER — Kindergarten High Five Afterschool Clubs are now open for enrollment at Spooner Elementary School, Mondays through Thursdays, beginning Monday, Feb. 13. Darlene Potter, local retired elementary education teacher, will lead the kindergarten after-school this spring. A longtime resident of Spooner, Potter is known for her compassionate and dedicated leadership. “How lucky we are to extend day school learnings with her at the helm,” commented a staff member. After-school brochures have been released through Backpack Express recently. Brochures also available in the Spooner Elementary School office and on the school Web site, spooner.k12.wi.us.
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Return after-school registration forms to school as soon as possible to secure your spot. Or send to Spooner Area ComEd, 801 Cty. Hwy. A, Spooner, WI 54801. Many families have been asking when kindergarten after-school begins; limited spots are expected to fill rapidly. What can your child expect? Projects, special presenters, indoor and outdoor fun, activities, games and so much more. See the brochure for more information. Contact Karen Collins, Community Education coordinator, 715-635-0243 or collinsk@spooner.k12.wi.us, with any questions. — from SACE
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RIPON — Aurora J. Pollei, a senior history and art history major, has been named to the dean’s list at Ripon College for the fall 2011 semester. Pollei is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Darin G. Pollei, Shell Lake. To qualify for the dean’s list at Ripon College, students must achieve a 3.40 grade-point average or higher on a 4.00 scale and complete at least 12 credits of regular letter-graded work. — from readMedia
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February Thursday, Feb. 9 • The Shell Lake Lions Club will meet, 6:30 p.m., at the Shell Lake Community Center. • Fibromyalgia/CFS/Chronic Pain Support Group of Barron County meets from 1-3 p.m. at the Chetek Lutheran Church, Chetek. Educational materials available to sign out. Call 715-651-9011 or 715-237-2798 for further info. • Education and support for people affected by cancer, 3:30-5 p.m., Marshfield Clinic Rice Lake Center. Registration required, 715-236-8327. Saturday, Feb. 11 • Washburn County Food Distribution in conjunction with Ruby’s Pantry, Spooner Middle School Tech Ed Building on Elm Street. Ticket sales at 9 a.m. Distribution at 9:30 a.m. Volunteers needed. To sign up or for more info, contact Chuck at 715-635-9309, Bill at 715468-4017 or Ardys at 715-222-4410. Sunday, Feb. 12 • Seventh-annual Faith In Action Valentine Vignette Benefit Concert, 2 p.m., at the Spooner Wesleyan Church, showcasing local talent. Freewill offering to benefit Faith In Action of Washburn County. Silent auction before the service and light refreshments served after. Monday, Feb. 13 • Diabetes education meeting, 2-3 p.m., in the classroom at Spooner Health System. Topics and speakers vary each month. For more info contact Claudia at 715635-1217. Tuesday, Feb. 14 • Moms Club meets at Faith Lutheran, Spooner, 10 a.m. All stay-at-home or part-time-working moms welcome with their children. Wednesday, Feb. 15 • Games and activities, 1 p.m., Shell Lake Senior Center. • Shell Lake Public Library Board of Trustees meeting, 5 p.m., at the library, 501 1st St., Shell Lake. The public is welcome. • The Washburn County Humane Society open board meeting will meet at 5:30 p.m. at the state patrol headquarters in Spooner. Call 715-635-4720 for more info. • Relay for Life meeting, 6 p.m., Faith Lutheran Church, Spooner. Thursday, Feb. 16 • Shell Lake PTA meeting, 6:30 p.m., in the 3-12 school library. Baby-sitting will be provided. Friday, Feb. 17 • Father/daughter ball, Shell Lake Community Center. For reservations call 715-635-2555. Saturday, Feb. 18 • Cabaret, 7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 19 • Rice Lake Area Free Clinic benefit concert, 3-4:40 p.m., Rice Lake High School. For more information, call 715-736-3733 or visit Web site www.rlafc.org. Monday, Feb. 20 • Northern Lights Camera Club meets at 7 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, Spooner. Feedback on photos, education and support. Beginners to professionals. • 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. Info call 715-635-4669. Tuesday, Feb. 21 • Shell Lake/Spooner Masonic Lodge 221 will meet at 7 p.m. at the lodge. Thursday, Feb. 23 • First Year Parenting class, 5-8:30 p.m., Spooner Annex Building, UW-Extension conference room. To register, call Deb Meyer at 715-635-4444 or deb.meyer@ces.uwex.edu. • The Shell Lake American Legion will meet at 6:30 p.m., at the Friendship Commons. • Shell Lake VFW will meet at 7 p.m., at the Friendship Commons. Saturday, Feb. 25 • Free community breakfast , 7-10 a.m., First United Pentecostal Church, Spooner. All welcome, donations accepted. Monday, Feb. 27. • Shell Lake Middle and High School Festival Concert, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 29 • Free community supper, 4-6 p.m., St. Alban’s Episcopal Church, Spooner. March Thursday, March 1 • 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. Contact person Betsy 715-520-7999. • Northwest Wisconsin Parkinson’s Disease Support Group, 1 p.m., lower level at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Shell Lake.
• Free community meal, St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church, Spooner, 4-6 p.m. All welcome. Donations accepted. Tuesday, March 6 • Shell Lake/Spooner Masonic Lodge 221 meeting, 7 p.m. at the lodge. Wednesday, March 7 • Unit on Aging, 1 p.m., Shell Lake Senior Center. • Free soup and sandwiches, Church of the Nazarene, 5:30 p.m. Call 715-635-3496 to confirm. All welcome. Donations accepted. • Washburn County Health Department Open Immunization Clinic, Spooner, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Walk-ins on that day only. Appointments are available on other days by calling 715-635-4400. Suggested donation of $5 per vaccination. Bring child’s immunization record. • Washburn County HCE meeting, UW-Extension meeting room, Spooner, 9:30 a.m. Thursday, March 8 • The Shell Lake Lions Club will meet, 6:30 p.m., at the 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. Saturday, March 10 • Washburn County Food Distribution in conjunction with Ruby’s Pantry, Spooner Middle School Tech Ed Building on Elm Street. Ticket sales at 9 a.m. Distribution at 9:30 a.m. Volunteers needed. To sign up or for more information, contact Chuck at 715-635-9309, Bill at 715-468-4017 or Ardys at 715-222-4410. Monday, March 12 • Diabetes Education Meeting, 2-3 p.m., in the classroom at Spooner Health System. Topics and speakers vary each month. For more information contact Claudia at 715-635-1217. • Fibromyalgia/CFS/Chronic Pain Support Group of Barron County meets from 1-3 p.m. at the Chetek Lutheran Church, Chetek. Coffee and refreshments served. Educational materials available to sign out. Call 715-651-9011 or 715-237-2798 for further information. • Education and support for people affected by cancer, 3:30-5 p.m., Marshfield Clinic Rice Lake Center. Registration required, 715-236-8327. Tuesday, March 13 • Moms Club meets at Faith Lutheran, Spooner, 10 a.m. All stay-at-home or part-time-working moms welcome with their children. Wednesday, March 14 • Free community meal, 4-6 p.m., United Methodist Church, Shell Lake. All welcome. Donations accepted. • The board of directors for the Railroad Memories Museum will meet at 1 p.m. at the city hall building in Spooner. All volunteers welcome. • Downtown Book Chat, 3:30 p.m., Faith Lutheran Church, Spooner. Thursday, March 15 • Shell Lake PTA meeting, 6:30 p.m., in the 3-12 school library. Baby-sitting will be provided. Monday, March 19 • Northern Lights Camera Club meets at 7 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, Spooner. Feedback on photos, education and support. Beginners to professionals. • Grandparents Raising Grandchildren support group, 5 p.m. group activity, 5:30 p.m. dinner, 6-7 p.m. meeting, Lakeland Family Resource Center, Spooner. Call 715-635-4669. Tuesday, March 20 • Shell Lake/Spooner Masonic Lodge 221 will meet at 7 p.m. at the lodge. Wednesday, March 21 • Games and activities, 1 p.m., Shell Lake Senior Center. • Shell Lake Public Library Board of Trustees meeting, 5 p.m., at the library, 501 1st St., Shell Lake. The public is welcome. • The Washburn County Humane Society open board meeting will meet at 5:30 p.m. at the state patrol headquarters in Spooner. Call 715-635-4720. Wednesday, March 22 • First Year Parenting class, 5-8:30 p.m., Spooner Annex Building, UW-Extension conference room. To register, call Deb Meyer at 715-635-4444 or deb.meyer@ces.uwex.edu. • The Shell Lake American Legion will meet at 6:30 p.m., at the Friendship Commons. • Shell Lake VFW will meet at 7 p.m., at the Friendship Commons. Saturday, March 24 • Free community breakfast, 7-10 a.m., First United Pentecostal Church, Spooner. All welcome. Donations accepted. • Jason Price Quartet, 7:30 p.m., at the Quam in Shell Lake. For reservations call 715-468-4387 or visit itiw.org.
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February Monday, Feb. 13 – Indianhead Medical Center Relay for Life bake/book sale fundraiser, 9 a.m.-noon, hospital lobby in Shell Lake. Sunday, Feb. 19 – Ski Out Cancer cross-country skiing event, Red Barn ski trails, Shell Lake, starting at 1 p.m. Makeup day is Saturday, March 3, if snow conditions are not conducive. Call 715-205-4424 or go to www.SkiOutCancer.com to register. Onehundred percent of proceeds goes to the American Cancer Society. April Saturday, April 14 – BR Trekking Relay for Life fundraising event, 4-7 p.m., at the Getaway, Sarona.
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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 e-mail wcahs@centurytel.net. ••• The Washburn County Historical Society is looking for a volunteer to design a Web page for them and also to instruct how to update. Open Tuesdays. Call 715-468-2982. ••• Terraceview Living Center Inc. is providing opportunities for talented volunteers skilled in group and 1:1 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. ••• Volunteer help at the Shell Lake Arts Center is needed for special occasions during the school year. They need help with the middle school honors band, bulk mailings, the piano festival, middle school honors choir and the Gala. If you are interested in volunteering please call 715-468-2414. ••• 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 715-6352252 or e-mail Faith In Action at faithinactionwc@yahoo.com. ••• 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 715-468-2314. Please list the type of volunteer work you need, as well as dates, times and length of service. Make sure to include your contact information, including your name and phone number. When the volunteer position is filled, please let us know so we can take it off the list. This service is offered free of charge in an effort to bring the community together so those that are looking for help can find those that are looking to help.
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Monday: Partners of Veterans women’s support group will meet from 1 to 2:30 p.m., at Counseling Associates in Siren, located across from the Burnett County Government Center. For more information, contact Julie Yaekel-Black Elk at 715-349-8575. • 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 715635-2768. • 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 715635-4367. Tuesday: Women Healing Women support group at Time-Out Family Abuse Outreach office, every other Tuesday, 4-5:30 p.m. For survivors of domestic abuse and/or sexual abuse. Free, confidential, closed after first session. For more info or to register, contact Time-Out Family Abuse Shelter Outreach office at 103 Oak St., Spooner, WI 54801, 715-635-5245. • Ala-Teen meets at 6:30 p.m. in the New Life Christian Center in Rice Lake. Use the back entrance. • The Washburn County Historical Society Research Room, 102 West Second Avenue, Shell Lake, open Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. throughout the year. • Bridge at Friendship Commons, Fourth Avenue, Shell Lake, 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Practice your Bridge skills. Beginners welcome. 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. Thursday and Monday: Washburn County Alzheimer’s Day Respite Program, see listing above. •••
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Rice Lake Curling Club and St. Croix Casino displayed major support of cultural diversity
RICE LAKE — The local coordinators, students and host families from the Polk, Washburn, Barron, St. Croix and Burnett counties chapter of Academic Year in America and PAX organization were recently able to provide experiences for exchange students through the donations from two local businesses. The Rice Lake Curling Club opened their facility to the organization on Sunday, Jan. 22. Through their generosity, the exchange students and host families were able to experience the Olympic sport of curling. The tribal council at the St. Croix Casino in Turtle Lake donated the use of a bus and driver in December to Some of the exchange students in the area met at attend a dinner theater at Jan. 22. Fanny Hill Supper Club in Eau Claire. The Rice Lake Curling Club culture in the Midwest has to offer. The following Wisconsin families have and the St. Croix Casino have once again displayed major support of cultural di- opened their homes and have taken on versity by supporting these two events. the responsibility of an exchange student Activities and interactions of this nature for the 2011-2012 academic school year. encourage visitors from other countries They are Mark and Emily Renstrom, to see a much broader view of what the Cumberland, hosting Carolin from Ger-
from Spain; Craig and Lori Hamernik, Barron, hosting Anna from Germany; Andrea and Dan Schullo, Spooner, hosting Malvine from Belgium; Brad and Rebecca Harlander, Frederic, hosting Eda from Germany; Mark and Karen Lettner, Barron, hosting Luca from Germany; Debra Nebel, Shell Lake, hosting Franzika from Germany; Kevin and Jocelyn Korasick, Spooner, hosting Fabian from Germany; Dale and Sherry Wirth, Clear Lake, hosting Patricia from Spain; Jim and Kathy Koser, Almena, hosting Theresa from Germany; Gary and Lynn Berghias, Spooner, hosting Paula from Germany; Jim and Cherie Kelly, Bruce, hosting Fanziska from Germany; Richard and Debra Shipman, Spooner, hosting Joana from Germany; Paul and Laurie Mara, Clear Lake, hosting Laura from Germany; Denise and Brent Tabor, Hillsdale, hosting Yana from Germany; and Joanne Jacobs, Spooner, welcoming the Rice Lake Curling Club on Sunday, Malvine from Belgium. The 2012-2013 placement season of the highest quality students from around the many; Shane and Angel Lehmann, Cum- world is just now starting, and interested berland, hosting Simon from Sweden; families are encouraged to contact these Mike and Trudy Stachowiak, Turtle academic programs by calling Steve Lake, hosting Daniel from Germany; Joe Eichman at 715 986-4533 or e-mailing and Rachel Waite, Hillsdale, hosting seichman@centurytel.net for more inforHannah from Germany; Eric and Diane mation. — from AYA/PAX Foundation Stone, Cumberland, hosting Rodrigo,
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St. Francis 4K bowling party
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Jesse Morales uses two hands and his eyes closed. A bowling party capped the week of events as St. Francis celebrated National Catholic School Week. — Photos by Larry Samson
LEFT: Evan Potaczek has a two-hand approach in his bowling style. The St. Francis 4K class had a bowling party at Kegler’s Pub and Pin bowling lanes in Spooner on Friday, Feb. 3. RIGHT: Claire Cleveland is making the face of a bowler as she and Kathy Hewitt watch the ball and pins.
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monarch butterfly habitats on their own property. It is good to know that monarch butterfly conservation is an ongoing environmental education act that brings positive results to help the monarch butterfly. ••• Cindy Dyer, VP marketing, Happy Tonics, will have a one-woman art show at the Horticulture Center, Green Spring Gardens, in Alexandria, Va. The exhibit, Garden Muse: A Botanical Portfolio, will run Feb. 28–April 29. If you wish to take a sneak preview of Dyer’s extraordinary floral and insect photography visit www.gardenmuseshow.com. Her garden photography was also honored by Nikon camera in 2011. Here is a link to their Web page featuring Dyer’s garden photography tips at www.nikonusa.com/Learn-And-Explore/ Photography-Techniques/gr35ffdt/all/How-ToGrow-Your-Garden-Photography-Skills.html. In summer 2011, Dyer photographed butterflies and native plants while visiting the Monarch Butterfly Habitat in Shell Lake. We are working on a “Field Guide – Monarch Butterfly Habitat.” The publication will highlight the symbiotic relationship between native plants and pollinators including the monarch butterfly, birds and small animals.
Butterfly Corner • Mary Ellen Ryall
SPOONER — Faith In Action will be having its seventh-annual Valentine Vignette concert on Sunday, Feb. 12, at 2 p.m., at the Spooner Wesleyan Church, and you are invited. “Many in the community look forward to this concert,” says Faith In Action Director the Rev. Rebecca LeMenager. “The concert always has a great lineup of local talent; it allows us to recognize and say thank you to our many volunteers, and everyone who attends has a fun afternoon out while supporting a great cause.” This year the concert will showcase many popular returning acts such as the No Strings Attached Puppeteers from Spooner Wesleyan Church, and singers Rebecca Macone and Joe Weiss. This year will also have some new talent joining the lineup such as Spooner High School student Kaylee Thornley and youth musicians under the direction of Michael Aushbacher from Trinity Lutheran Church. Back by popular demand will be masters of ceremony Larry Neste and Mike Bitney. The concert is free, although an offering will be taken to support the work of Faith In Action. “The outpouring of support from the businesses in the community has been amazing,” says LeMenager. Concert sponsors are Spooner Health System, Schmitz’s Economart, Bank of the West, Community Bank of Northern Wisconsin and Shell Lake State Bank. Concert supporters include Red Cross Pharmacy and Gifts, Spooner Eye Care and Indianhead Credit Union. Plus this year, before the concert there is a silent auction and many of the local businesses have donated gift certificates and merchandise. Plan to stay after the concert as Jan Masterjohn will be baking goodies for a time of coffee and refreshments directly following the program. During the concert, there will be a lot of information given about the types of services that Faith In Action provides, how to become a volunteer and the ways in which Faith In Action is making a difference in lives of residents in Washburn County. Faith In Action is a nonprofit that has been serving Washburn County since 2004. It provides direct services to seniors and adults with disabilities, allowing many to stay safely in their own homes. Just some of the services that Faith In Action provides are transportation, light housework, small home repairs, telephone safety checks and friendly visiting. This year alone, Faith In Action volunteers have driven over 9,500 miles and given over 2,600 hours of service to residents of Washburn County. “When you give to Faith In Action, through volunteering or a monetary donation, you are improving the lives of your friends and neighbors and helping keep our communities strong,” explained a Faith In Action volunteer. The Faith In Action office is located in Trinity Lutheran Church on Scribner Street in Spooner. If you would like more information about Faith In Action, their services or how to become a volunteer, please call 715-635-2252. — from Faith in Action
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by Larry Samson SHELL LAKE — The Shell Lake girls basketball team split the week with a 61-41 conference loss to Cameron on Tuesday, Jan. 31, and a 51-20 nonconference win over Webster on Thursday, Feb. 2. The girls are 4-4 in conference play and 8-7 overall. Against Cameron, it was a Shell Lake game in the first half as they took a 26-22 lead into the locker room at halftime. Cameron readjusted defensively in the second half. Shania Pokorny had 12 points in the first half and had only four in the second half. Kristin Kraetke stepped up to the line, the 3-point line and pumped in
Angel Christianson tries to drive the basket against Shell Lake defender Jen Cassel. — Photos by Larry Samson
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Girls lose one, win one four 3-pointers. The Lakers were outscored 15 points in the second half to the 39 points Cameron put up. The Webster game started out slow for the Lakers as they had a 9-5 lead in the first quarter. They extended it to 20-9 by the end of the first half. They were on fire in the second half putting 24 points up on the scoreboard while holding Webster to four points. Pokorny was the high scorer for the Lakers with 16 points. Kraetke had nine points followed by Emma Anderson with eight points.
Defender Emma Anderson puts pressure on Webster guard Stefani Wambolt. The full-court press forced the Webster turnovers as Shell Lake beat them 51-20 in a home game on Thursday, Feb. 2.
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Shania Pokorny is up and over defender Kaleiah Schiller. Pokorny scored 16 points the hard way, earning them under the basket.
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by Larry Samson SHELL LAKE — The Shell Lake boys basketball team fell 60-39 to Cameron on Friday, Feb. 3, their second straight loss since their three-game winning streak. The loss drops the team to fourth place in the Central Lakeland Conference play with a 3-6 record, 4-12 overall. Cameron had a slim lead, 14-12, going into the second quarter but, with only two players on the Laker bench, they did not have the horses to stay with Cameron. Cameron, a Division 4 school, had 10 strong players to go to in the game and the Lakers faded with
Cameron defender Jacob Borstad has successfully boxed out Jon Lloyd and David Brereton on this rebound. Denying your opponent position is crucial in controlling the game.
each quarter. Isaac Cusick started out the first quarter with six points, then he was shut out offensively for the rest of the game. David Brereton had 11 points for the game followed by AJ Denotter with nine points, all from the 3-point line. Shell Lake will travel to Turtle Lake for their second matchup on Thursday, Feb. 9, and to Frederic on Tuesday, Feb. 14, for a nonconference game. Turtle Lake is in second place with a 7-1 Central Lakeland record. They are coming off a 62-50 win over Prairie Farm and a 6047 win over Luck. Frederic is 4-5 in the tough West Lakeland Conference. They are coming off a 55-50 win over Unity and nearly knocked off Siren, losing 55-52 before the Siren home fans.
Isaac Cusick with a jump shot at the top of the key. He was defended by Cameron defenders Jacob Borstad and Jared Harm. RIGHT: BJ Burton with a jump shot under the basket is defended by Spencer Smith. Burton had seven points for the game. He has a way of making things happen in a tight defense. Shell Lake lost 60-39 to the 12-6 Cameron Comets in a home game on Friday, Feb. 3. — Photos by Larry Samson
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Little Lakers basketball
Forty-six Little Lakers pose with their new T-shirts that were donated by an anonymous fan who appreciated their enthusiasm and perseverance. There are over 60 players out for the program. They have been meeting every Saturday morning to learn basketball skills from coaches Tom Sauve and David Bouchard. The Shell Lake boys and girls varsity basketball players gave up their Saturday mornings to help out these future basketball stars. — Photo by Larry Samson
SPORTS
Knights of Columbus free-throw championships to be held in Spooner
SPOONER — The Knights of Columbus Free-Throw Championships for boys and girls ages 10-14, as of Jan. 1, will be held Friday, Feb. 10, at the Spooner Middle School Antholz Gym. Registration will be from 3:30-4 p.m. The contest begins at 4 p.m.
For more information, contact Jon Griffith, 715-6356101 or griffithj@spooner.k12.wi.us — from Spooner Area Schools
Spooner/Burnett bantam team had another great weekend
This time qualifying to represent Region 1 in the state tournament
SPOONER — The Spooner/Burnett bantam hockey team entered the state playdowns this past weekend on a hot streak, having won tournament championships the past two weekends. They continued their great play, winning their two games convincingly, and qualified for the state tournament. The Spooner/Burnett bantams dominated Amery in their first game, winning 10-0. Brady Mangen was on fire, finding the back of the net for six of the goals. Also scoring for Spooner/Burnett were Jenna Curtis, Max Norman, Tanner Schafer and Ryan Anderson. Hunter Johannes had a great game, assisting on seven of the Spooner/Burnett goals. Also earning assists were Anderson with two, Norman, Bailey Mangen and Curtis. Taren Wols and Trevor Brimblecom shared the goaltending duties, stopping eight Amery shots to share the shutout. Spooner/Burnett then faced Ashland for a berth in the state tournament. Ashland was coming off a hardfought overtime victory over Barron. Spooner/Burnett and Ashland had faced off to a 1-1 earlier in the season. The local bantams scored early and often, tallying six goals in the first period to Ashland’s one. They continued to play hard and came home with an 11-1 victory. The official score sheet was not available for this game, so the total goals and assists are not known. Brady Mangen and Johannes once again had big games, combining for multiple goals. Adding to the offensive effort were Curtis, Anderson, Ryan Schutt, Jake Smith and Josh Gilberg. The coaches credited the defense for doing an outstanding job of keeping the puck away from the goalie. The defensemen for the weekend were
Norman, Schafer, Bailey Mangen, Levi Neubich and Austin Bowman. The goalie tandem of Brimblecom and Wols once again played outstandingly. Coach Nick Freeman stated that he was very pleased with the efforts of his team this past weekend. They came out in the first period of the Ashland game and worked hard which paid off huge dividends. The coach felt that the weekend produced by far the best team effort he has seen all year. And it paid off with a trip to the state tournament. “I am so proud of how these kids played together as a team this weekend. At the beginning of the season we brought together a group of players from two associations that had developed quite a rivalry through the years. Now they are gelling as a team and playing great hockey. It is a fun group to coach,” stated Freeman. The bantams will be playing in the state tournament in Oregon, March 3-4. In the meantime they will have games over the next three weekends in preparation for state. — submitted
AAA Sport Shop Week 1
Hunter League Black Arrows: 568 Grandpas: 547 Wohlford Construction: 523 Arrow Afflected: 503
SCHEDULE
Boys varsity basketball Thursday, Feb. 9: At Turtle Lake, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14: Doubleheader at Frederic, 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 21: Vs. Clayton, 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 24: Vs. Clear Lake, 7:30 p.m. Girls varsity basketball Tuesday, Feb. 14: Doubleheader at Frederic, 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 17: Vs. Clayton, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 21: At Solon Springs, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 23: Vs. Clear Lake, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 28: At Winter, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 1: Vs. Northwood, 7:30 p.m. Wresting varsity Saturday, Feb. 11: Regional at Cameron, 9 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 18: Sectional at Osseo Fairchild, 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 23: State tournament, Kohl Center UW Campus Junior high girls basketball Thursday, Feb. 9: At Prairie Farm, 5 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14: At Cameron, 5 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 21: At Turtle Lake, 5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 24: Vs. Northwood, SLAC, 5 p.m.
Box score
2012 Lakeland Conference Tournament results for Shell Lake 106: David Castillo placed sixth and scored 6.00 team points. 120: Noah Skluzacek placed fourth and scored 14.00 team points. 152: Dillon Hopke placed third and scored 27.00 team points. 160: Turner Moe placed eighth and scored 1.00 team point. 170: Leo Carrillo placed eighth and scored 1.00 team point.
Archery league scores
Timberland Archery
Compounds Catlin Taxidermy: 656 Double D’s: 652 Granite Electric: 647 Shell Lake State Bank: 596 Close Encounters: 574 Brian and Lori Melichar: 573 Rootin Tootin: 493
Week 4 Great Lakes Cheese: 471 Team DROB: 400 Klopp’s 5th Ave.: 400
Women’s Bearded Hens: 541 Red Brick Cafe: 408 Red Brick II: 338
Traditional Timberland: 440 Bone Collectors: 407 Cracked Limbs: 399 Putzs: 340
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Conference wrestling meet
SPORTS
Noah Skluzacek beat his opponent, Damon Bearhart, Unity, in an 11-2 major decision in the 120-pound weight class. Skluzacek took fourth place.
David Castillo wrestling against Cody Shafer of Clear Lake in the 106-pound weight class. Castillo earned sixth place.
Dillon Hopke lost this round to Eric Segelstrom of St. Croix Falls in the semifinals at the conference wrestling meet held Saturday, Feb. 4, in Cameron. Hopke came back in the third-place round beating Mitch Lien by a 7-3 decision.
Brandon Wilcox, Northwood, pinned Chant LaBlanc, Clear Lake, during the semifinal competition. Wilcox was hurt in the final round and was unable to finish the match. — Photos by Larry Samson
Turner Moe lost to Josh Malone of Northwood by a pin. Moe, a freshman, has gained a lot of experience in his first year of wrestling.
Dewey Country
by Pauline Lawrence
Did anyone see where the U.S. Air Force is cutting back on their numbers? Yes, they said they were going to cut back 10,000 people. Yes, that surprises me. Is everyone sick and tired of seeing all those election campaigns for the next president? Yes, Mitt Romney is first, and then it’s Newt and then Rick. It seems like whenever I turn on the TV that’s what we see. That is till we listen to the news with the Vikes in Minnesota now requesting a new stadium. I’m wondering why the Vikes need a new stadium when last year the top came off the stadium and they put on a new one that took most of the summer to put on. Let’s be reasonable! Get along with what you have and be glad for what you have! Want to know why there’s no bees around? Well, according to a farm paper I get and according to those experts they are tellin’ us that it’s the seed treatment that is being looked at for honeybee deaths. I know I haven’t seen a bee in a number of years and I guess I’ll have to take their word. I see and smell skunks are out. Yes, with the mild winter we’ve had they’re out with skunk and smell. Yuck! Coming to Jim Atkinson’s were Jimmy Atkinson, Lisa and Dan Otto, Marjorie and Charlie, Pattie and Noel Beaufeaux and Kyle and Scott and Kristen Carls and children to help celebrate Kyle’s birthday. Dan put in a furnace for the Atkinsons, which Sandy says they will certainly enjoy. Pattie brought the fixin’s for tacos. Talking with Betty Meister we find none of her girls came home this weekend for her honey’s birthday, which was Saturday. The Jarrett Casselliuses had the flu and the Hansons had basketball where Ryan Hanson played. Sympathy to the family of John Dunn who passed away on Friday. Funeral services will be held at Lakeview UMC on Friday at 11 a.m. We hear Bryan Knoop had the misfortune of breaking his thumb while wrestling. He is to have surgery this week. We hope you get along good then Bryan. He will have to let that thumb rest for six weeks after surgery, so no wrestling. Jim Toll tells us Turner Moe is into wrestling where he is a freshman. Dave was up for the weekend and Dave and his pa burned brush piles. Last Sunday, Jeff and Dee Redding, Andrea and Spencer spent the day with the Bernard Reddings. Andrea, who works at a rest home, is having problems with her leg due to a car accident and later surgery. We hope you get better
soon, Andrea. Friday the Bernard Reddings were at the Spooner Senior Center and enjoyed dinner there and later Sandy enjoyed playing Bingo. Has anyone seen a robin yet? With the warm weather we’ve had, I’m just wonderin’ if they won’t start back soon. Enjoying their mom and grandma Diane Hulleman were Jackie Perlt and two of her sons and girlfriends who all came on Friday night to enjoy the weekend. Also Chad and Colleen Jensen and Izzy came Friday night to enjoy the weekend and Kate and Ginny Schnell and Nancy Murray were there on Saturday. On Thursday, Diane enjoyed lunch with two friends from her work at LVMC. Tuesday afternoon, Peggy Vesta stopped in to see her folks, Cecil and Evelyn Melton, and enjoyed playing cards and supper. Vicki Trott also enjoyed supper with them. I see on TV where American Airlines is going to lay off 13,000 people. And they tell us the economy is getting better. News from the Fjelstad Palace finds Monday Bob and Kris visited Marv and Gladys Knoop. Wednesday, Bob and Kris were in Rice Lake. Thursday Cherie and Emily Dorweiler visited Kris. Friday Gladys Knoop visited Kris. Sunday Bob ad Kris enjoyed the Super Bowl at Pam Pomykala and Elmer Talbert’s. We hear Elmer was cooking up a storm, and Kris and Pam went to Siren and bought Subway. Sounds like a yummy party. Kris
tells us they have a lot of redpolls, four kinds of woodpeckers, two kinds of nuthatches, chickadees, blue jays, cardinals, juncos and mourning doves coming to their feeders. Shorty Crosby had back surgery at the Stillwater hospital on Monday, Jan. 30. His honey, Melissa, brought Shorty home Friday. At this time he’s in quite a bit of pain, but we hope you get feelin’ better Shorty. Saturday, Beth and Garry were at Tom and Sunshine’s for Isaac’s birthday when he turned five. Also there were Tyler and Katie Crosby, grandpa Ron Roberts, Mark and Heather Fritz and children. Beth spent the week at NFO meetings in Des Moines, Iowa. Saturday, Butch and Loretta VanSelus took in their grandson’s basketball game in Shell Lake. Jameson Stone played in the game. Well we have new Super Bowl champs! Yes the Patriots played the Giants and the score was 21 to 17 in favor of the Giants. Both teams certainly didn’t want to give an inch and the piles on the field were certainly there. My puppy, Rory, was sitting beside me and sleepin’. Well I yelled and said, “Go, go, go,” and I guess I must have scared him as he leaped out of the La-Z-Boy and barked and barked toward the front door. Oh well, it was so cute and now we know who were the Super Bowl winners. Scatter sunshine! Have a great week!
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What a gloomy day we had on Feb. 5. Yes, we’ve had lots of days like this and I’m wondering why? Maybe it’s part of the El Nino. Happy birthday wishes go out to John Pockat and to Nikki Melton on Feb. 10. Many more to you. A very happy birthday to Daya Lawrence as she turns 8 years old on Feb. 11. Have a fun day, Daya! Happy birthday wishes go out to Virgil Peterson on Feb. 11 when he turns 85 years young. Many more to Virgil. Feb. 12, a very happy birthday to Jim Marker on his special day with lots more to come. A very happy birthday to Billie Aderman on Feb. 13. Have a wonderful day, Billie! A very happy seventh anniversary to Jim and Connie Quam. Have a very happy day you two on Feb. 14. A very happy birthday to our Valentine babies, Loretta VanSelus, Levi Meister, Bonnie Cook and LuAnn LaVeau, all on Feb. 14. Hope you all have a wonderful day. Happy birthday to Rose Johnson, to A.J. Denotter and to Colleen Jensen all on Feb. 15. Many more to you. Our deepest sympathy to the family of Bonnie DeLawyer due to her passing. Funeral services were held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Amery on Friday, Feb. 3. Please keep Tim and Trudy DeLawyer in your special thoughts and prayers along with Clarence DeLawyer. Our deepest sympathy to the family of Bernice Abrahamson, 91, who passed away recently. Bernice wrote a wonderful column every week in the InterCounty Leader. I enjoyed her columns as she wrote about so much for years. My little granddaughter, Kenzie Cramer, took her driver’s test last Monday. Well, she made it, which I was really happy over. But yah know, this young lady is now 16 and all I can think about is picturing her at 2-3 years old. She had the most beautiful golden curls all over her head and she was a scrapper. Richy used to tease her and her face would get red and she’d go right after him. Yes, and those golden rings just bounced when she was mad! What would you think or do if you read the following headlines in a paper? “Wisconsin milk prices decreased in 2012, feed prices to remain high?” Well, if you’ve ever been a farmer, it should read, “Price of milk goes up in 2012 with feed cost down.” Now that sounds more like it, don’t yah think? We are glad to hear the Mark Meister family is well and nobody was hurt with the recent fire. Yes, those outside wood furnaces can catch fire, too.
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Barronett by Judy Pieper
The women of Barronett Lutheran met in the church basement for their regular business meeting and to make valentines on Thursday evening. Some of the women are very talented and the valentines they make are beautiful. Mine, on the other hand, look like those that thirdgrade kids bring home for their moms. This year we had lots of heart, flower and bird stickers, so what I lacked in talent I made up for by sticking stuff all over the paper. It was fun. I hope the people who receive them on Valentine’s Day enjoy them. The Barronett Dragons 4-H Club will be presenting the play “Bring in the Clowns” at the Barronett Community Center at 7 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 17. The play will kind of be a dress rehearsal for the kids before they go to the drama festival in Cameron on Saturday, Feb. 25. Beverages will be served, and donations will be greatly appreciated. We went to the play that the kids put on last year, and I have to tell you, they are some great little actors. The entire audience laughed a lot and everyone enjoyed the performance. Hope you can join us for the fun this time. A couple of weeks ago, Pat Olson decided it was time to get away from here and head to the sunny South to see our relatives in Florida. She visited with Don and Virginia Hook in Lakeland, Jerry and Carol Hetty in Webster, and then went down to Punta Gorda to visit with Jim Copus and Donna and all the other friends of the family who desert Wisconsin in the winter and head to Florida. She was gone for about 10 days, and when she came back she found out that her grandson, Justin, is very capable of keeping the Rolling Oaks running smoothly. Now, hopefully, she’ll feel more comfortable going on vacation a little more often. Pat stopped by the house to visit a couple of days after she got home, and she, Duane and I played a couple of games of Phase Ten. That’s a card game — some people call it Hard and Easy. We laughed so hard. Pat won both games, and if poor Duane didn’t have bad luck he just wouldn’t have had any luck at all. I have to tell you, though, that I’m not exactly lucky at playing cards either. Rick and Robin Theese came over one night this past week and brought an Uno game. Neither Duane nor I had ever
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played Uno before, and it was really fun to learn, but while everyone else’s scores were in the 100s, mine was over 500. Is it any wonder that no one ever sees me at the casino! Oh, speaking of Robin, I see she has a birthday coming up on Feb. 10. Miriah Lehmann is celebrating her birthday this week too, on the 11th, Leroy Orth will be having a birthday on the 12th, and Randy Lehmann will be turning a year older on the 16th. Be sure to wish them a happy birthday if you happen to see them. Garett Thon and Kandice Bonander celebrated Garett’s 20th birthday at Bistro 63 with us on Feb. 2. I have to rave about the food again. The barbecued ribs are fantastic. We had a really nice time celebrating his birthday with them. Teri Aarestad is so glad she is working at Schneider Drugs. She said that people stop by to say hello a lot. This past week someone stopped by to ask her how she was related to Clarence Aarestad. When she told him that Clarence had been her father-in-law, he told her that he wanted to tell her a story about Clarence. Seems this person had been out hunting years ago, and came back home with a mountain lion. He took it to Clarence to see if he would do the butchering for him. He said that Clarence admitted that he had never cut up a mountain lion before, but he was certainly willing to (I could write “take a stab at it” here, but that would probably be a little too graphic) try. He said that Clarence was pretty excited about butchering a mountain lion, and if you knew Clarence, you know that the guy was very satisfied with the job he did. Teri said she was very happy that he stopped by to tell her a Clarence story. Did you happen to watch the Super Bowl? What an ending! I bet the Giants were about to have a stroke when Brady threw that last pass into the end zone. It was probably one of the most exciting games I’ve ever seen — except for the Packers and Vikings, of course. The main reason I watched it was for the commercials. I have to admit though that this year the game was much better than the commercials. I guess that’s about all I know from Barronett this week. Hope you are able to get out and enjoy this beautiful weather. See you next time.
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Valentine’s are lovely
by Mary B. Olsen, Shell Lake Some say that valentines are old-fashioned and out of style. Tell that to our overworked postal employees. They handle some 190 million valentines every year when that day arrives. Add to that the greetings and gifts not mailed, and it becomes an estimated 1 billion. If you think nobody cares, you’re wrong. If you think of the amount of junk mail circulated, it’s not very much. Very few people, however, preserve that kind of message. Many people keep their valentines in among their souvenirs, in albums and scrapbooks. The nicest thing about valentines is they tell someone they are loved. We seem to be reluctant to express our love to our family members and friends and all our loved ones. The valentine cuts to the chase. Like the cupid’s arrow, it sends a direct message to the heart. There are many different kinds of valentines. Suppose you had a basket of apples. There might be several kinds, green, yellow and rosy red and large and small together. Some are tart and some sweet, but all serve the same purpose, like the valentines. Their message is one of love. Most kinds of valentines are for special people, and it is teachers that get the most valentines. Teachers valentines feature things like apples and books. The next group receiving the most valentines are children. Husbands and wives and lovers are the targets of many valentine messages, but then we are into other tokens of love, like flowers, candy, jewelry and even special clothing. The sending of valentines has been a tradition in this country since the 1800s. It probably came over from Europe and became popular with Queen Victoria and captured American’s fancy. Our kind of valentines has spread to other countries in Europe and Asia. I found where they even have a specialty in Norway where they celebrate with a special meal together, and the lady is given a red rose by the gentleman. I don’t know anyone who can tell me this is true, but I believe it. Once the valentines were printed on cards, the popular press began using cartoon figures like the Disney characters. There were Buster Brown Valentines fea-
Dewey-LaFollette by Karen Mangelsen
Sympathy is extended to Terrie and Kristy Scanlon and family due to the recent sudden death of Terrie and Kristy’s special friend, Kip Beckman of Siren. He was only 49. The funeral was held in Minnesota. Sympathy is also extended to Mary Dunn and family due to the death of Mary’s husband John. The funeral will be Friday, Feb. 10, at 11 a.m. at Lakeview UM Church, with visitation from 10 to 11 a.m.
Lida Nordquist, Donna Hines, Marlene Swearingen, Ruth Rydberg and Karen, Geri and Carol Mangelsen were guests of Diana Mangelsen Wednesday. They spent the afternoon visiting and playing cards. Lida Nordquist visited Kay Stoner Thursday morning. Jerry and Rose Sexton were Friday evening visitors of Hank and Karen Mangelsen. Jan and Hannah Schott were overnight
turing Outcault’s little boy with his dog. There were nursery rhyme characters and many featured ribbons and lace adding a bit of the romantic element. Birds, especially lovebirds, doves and bluebirds with ribbons and hearts in their beaks added to the main message of love. Most of the valentines available when I was a child were rather small, made of soft cardboard, showing comical children, and they had cute messages on them. Unlike the candy hearts that had a printed message of two or three words, these were a bit longer and were amusing, not particularly for sweethearts. But, some valentines children received were the insult variety. These were printed on sheets of paper with a cartoon figure and a written message that told you that you were fat or ugly. Those were short-lived, and I was happy to see them go. As a schoolchild, everyone got them, but I think the sender didn’t put his name on it. Nobody likes a valentine like that. They should say you are loved. Some of the messages we received were easier to take. I’m thinking of you on Valentine’s Day. I appreciate you. You are a class act. You are a gem. You are a total joy. You are my life’s delight. You are at the top of my list. You are: like a rainbow, a joy and a delight, a bouquet of love. One I like is, “We are birds of a feather and our hearts sing in harmony.” You generate smiles. You make my world a happier place. Would you, pretty please, be my Valentine? These valentines are treasures for your family, friends and for children who brighten our lives. Poems have been about love from away back, by Spenser: The rose is red, the violet’s blue. The honey’s sweet and so are you. Thou are my love and I am thine My Valentine. I found a poem for Valentine’s Day on the Internet that is written by Joanna Fuchs. Roses are Red Roses are red; daisies are white; Valentines, you make every day a delight. Violets are blue; daffodils are yellow; Valentines, you make my heart jiggle like Jell-O.
guests of Lida Nordquist Friday. On Saturday, they went to New Auburn, where Hannah played in a basketball tournament. Barry, Sue, Alex, Josh and Olivia Hines and a friend visited Gerry and Donna Hines Sunday afternoon. Joleen and Richard Funk were Sunday afternoon visitors of Lida Nordquist. Donna and Gerry Hines came later and had supper with them.
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Northwest Wisconsin Destination Marketing Organization to hold 2012 kickoff and anniversary celebration
Sarona by Marian Furchtenicht
The kickoff begins with a social hour from 4-5 p.m. followed by joint marketing presentations, including the relaunch of the NW WI Mobile Travel Information Center. Invited guest speaker is Sarah Klavas, Wisconsin Department of Tourism Industry Relations and Services director. She will be speaking on The Power of Tourism. Be sure to bring your brochures, maps and visitor guides to exchange. Enjoy refreshments, entertainment, door prize drawings and a tour of Heartwood Conference Center and Retreat. Take advantage of this free event which will be your opportunity to join together with other local businesses and organizations in promoting visits to Northwest
According to Mr. Groundhog, we are to have six more weeks of winter. If it’s like it has been, it will be a year for our record book, to be so exceptionally mild and not have had a good blizzard, yet. At Super Bowl 46 on Sunday, Manning, the Giants hero, pulled them through. We are happy to hear Gloria Frey came home Sunday after having back surgery at Luther Hospital in Eau Claire on Thursday. She is doing well and is up walking around. Daughter Jan and Jeff spent a lot of time there with her. Visiting her at the hospital were Wendy and granddaughter Nell and baby from River Falls. Keep on the mend Gloria and wishes for a speedy recovery. Mavis Schlapper and sister Joyce Wade went to the dance in Amery together Friday night. Saturday, Mavis Schlapper went to daughter Pam’s in Elk Mound and went with her and Pam’s daughter, Lea, and husband Nate, Pam’s son, Bob, and friend Amanda to the Twin Cities to watch the “Lion King Live” at the theater and report it was just awesome. Grandkids Brady and Sara Marschall and her fiancé, Kyle Mathinson, came for a blueberry pancake breakfast at my house Sunday morning, and then we played 500 and
had a fun time. Casey Furchtenicht interviewed me for a school project one evening, and his last question was a tough one, “What do you think it’s going to be like in 20 years?” That’s food for thought. Folks I have visited with are enjoying their Kindles they got for Christmas. I don’t have one, but that’s just an example of these changing times, everything is electronic. Happy birthday wishes go out this week to Trudy Meister, Amanda Pearson and Pat Linn, Feb. 9; Charlotte Kubista, John Pockat, Amanda Morevec, Nicole Doane, also Gabriel Konop will turn 1, Feb. 10; Dorothy Semm, Rolanda Musolf, Glenn Leischer, Dean Mott and Daniel (DJ) Thompson, Feb. 11; Tony Ullom, Jesse Furchtenicht, Jerry Sigmund and Peter Foote, Feb. 12; Sarah Hanson, McLain Hutton and Amanda Hagen, Feb. 14; Linda Tabor, Jennifer (Lee) and Sam Armour and Florence Millard, Feb. 15. A happy anniversary is wished to Bryan and Julie Westlund, their 33rd on Feb. 10. Happy Valentine’s Day.
Well, we are in the shortest month of the year now but I’m sure we will see a lot of winter yet. It’s been such a mild one so far. Remember Valentine’s Day is next Tuesday, Feb. 14. Our sincere sympathy to the family of John Dunn of rural Dewey country. His wife, Mary Jane (Baker) Dunn, was a grade school classmate of mine and Ruby (Lauritson) Erickson’s at the Roosevelt School in Timberland. We send our thoughts and prayers with you, Mary Jane and family. We have a celebrity here at Glenview. Cy Willette celebrated his 100th birthday on Saturday with a big family party here. His birthday is actually on Wednesday, Feb. 8, so we will celebrate again, I’m sure. Congratulations Cy and happy birthday! Congratulations to Abner Odden (my brother) who turns 96 on Wednesday, Feb. 8. Jeff and Helen V. Pederson took in the party for Abner at the Regency where he lives in Cumberland on Sunday afternoon. Abner and his wife, Carol, are Jeff’s godparents on his baptism. Enjoy your day, Ab. Abner was the fifth of the eight boys in our family. Last Friday evening, Jeff Pederson rode along with Steve Knoop to Menomonie to see their sons, Garret Knoop and Aaron Pederson. Happy birthday to Arvid Pederson who turns 96 on Saturday, Feb. 11. The 10th biannual party for any nurse who worked at Shell Lake Hospital was held at the Lakeview Bar and Grill on Saturday. We had a good time renewing old times and seeing old friends. Shirley Scribner picked me up along with Pat Visger and afterward we went to see Mavis Viltz who couldn’t attend. We had a good time all day. Arlys Santiago watched the Super Bowl at the Getaway Sunday evening. The game was good but the Packers should have been there. We’re glad for the winners. Arlys enjoyed dinner with Jan Ogden and Lee Prill at their home last Wednesday evening.
Mary and John Marschall visited at the home of Sandy and Scott Freer in Hudson to watch the Super Bowl. On Saturday, Mavis and Roger Flach went along with son Steve and Jody Flach to New Auburn to watch Maddy Flach play for the fifth grade of Shell Lake at a tournament there. Amy Monson took me home from church on Sunday and visited with Mary Randall, a tenant here. They both grew up in Reedsburg. The future belongs to those who create it.
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by Shawn Johnson Wisconsin Public Radio MADISON - The state’s education agency is one step closer to changing the way schools are rated in Wisconsin. Friday, Feb. 3, was the final day for the public to weigh in on a plan by the Department of Public Instruction that would replace the President Bush-era No Child Left Behind Act with a new way to measure schools. Gone will be the practice of rating schools pass or fail. Under this waiver proposal, schools would be graded on a scale of one to 100, and the state would have more power to intervene in struggling districts. Deputy state Superintendent Michael Thompson says the hope is to better reflect a school’s situation. “It’s not going to come down to a single score that a parent can go, ‘I got it all now,’ in that,” he says. “They’re going to have to turn the page to understand what’s going on in the school and what action the school is taking to correct the problem.” The plan will also raise the standards students are expected to meet, in part by changing the test they take. Among its supporters is Tim Schell, the director of curriculum and instruction for the Waunakee School District. He says Wisconsin’s schools were among the best in the nation 20 years ago. “But that was once upon a time,” he says. “And now we’re really not. And it’s not because of our students, it’s not because of our teachers. It’s not because of a lack of support in our communities. It’s really because all of us, in some manner, got a little bit complacent.” But private voucher schools that use public funds are wary because the plan would also give the state more power over them. Jim Bender is the president of School Choice Wisconsin. “We are going to have a difficult time taking a leap of faith with DPI and having them say, trust us, it will all work out in the end,” he says. “Because DPI is not an objective overseer of the choice program.” The DPI plans to submit its waiver request to the Obama administration by Tuesday, Feb. 21.
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OBITUARIES
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Bonnie Rose DeLawyer, 92, Deronda, was diagnosed with cancer, and with the help of hospice and her family, she was able to remain at her home, where she died peacefully with her family by her side on Sunday, Jan. 29, 2012. Bonnie Rose DeLawyer was born on Feb. 23, 1919, in their rural farmhouse near Coomer, to Joe and Nellie (Grant) Skidmore. She attended elementary school in Coomer and high school in Frederic. Bonnie went on to attend teachers college at the University of Wisconsin in Superior. After graduating, her first job was at a one-room schoolhouse in Bashaw. She would break ice to get water for the school and carry in the wood to build the fire and heat the school. Bonnie also taught at rural schools in Coomer, Pleasant View, Deronda and finally in Amery. During her tenure, she taught kindergarten through eighth grade and positively influenced hundreds of students through the years.
While teaching in Deronda, she met and fell in love with her husband to be, Clarence DeLawyer. They were married on June 8, 1948, and had 63 wonderful years together. She was preceded in death by her parents; and sister, Barbara Anderson. Bonnie is survived by her husband, Clarence; two sons, Tim (Trudy) DeLawyer of Shell Lake and David (Charlene) DeLawyer of Deer River, Minn.; grandchildren, Erin (Dan) Seckora, John (Kim) DeLawyer, Megan (Brian) Danielsen, Adam (Mollie) DeLawyer and Tanner DeLawyer; eight great-grandchildren; brother, Frank (Charlotte) Skidmore; and sister, Bev (Don) Cooper; and many other relatives and friends. Mass of Christian Burial was held on Friday, Feb. 3, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Amery. Burial was at the Deronda Cemetery. The Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Amery was entrusted with arrangements. Friends and family may sign an online guest book at www.williamsonwhite.com.
Kindergartners “aged forward” for 100th day of school
Mrs. LaFave and her class dressed up for the 100th day of school on Friday, Feb. 3. Kindergartners having fun are (L to R): Nolan Miller, Aaden Jensen, TJ Huehn, Jessica Haynes, Molly Christenson, Raegan Tims, Kylee Dahlstrom, Emily Swan, Katrina Miller and Mackenzie Leach.
Mrs. Muench stands behind her kindergarten students that dressed up in what they thought a 100-year-old person would look like. Shown (L to R): Cassidy Johnston, Candace Skattebo, Aubri Hanson, Loreli Hoy, Charly Pearson and Gary Erickson. — Photos by Larry Samson
Plan to allow more roads to be labeled scenic byways
by Maureen McCollum STATEWIDE - Some state lawmakers want to allow more roads in Wisconsin to become scenic byways. A scenic byway is a state or federal highway with beautiful surroundings and maybe historical significance. Wisconsin has three: the Great River Road along the Mississippi River, and byways through the Chequamegon National Forest and the Nicolet National Forest. State lawmakers have introduced a bill that would allow the Department of Transportation to designate local highways as scenic byways. Democrat Jill Billings of La Crosse co-authored the bill. It would help cities and counties receive state and federal funding for roads, like the winding Bliss Road in La Crosse. “For a road like Bliss Road, it would be beneficial for local entities to ask the DOT for funding through scenic byways, and the funding from scenic byways can help
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with all sorts of associated costs with a scenic road,” she says. Dennis Leong is a supervisor with the DOT’s Economic Development Section. He says scenic byways can increase tourism. “We do have various programs we use to help them promote the area,” he says. “It’s not just our program, but sometimes we’ll look at tourism for some of their promotional grants. We’ll use our Transportation En-
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Alliance
Lake Park Alliance 53 3rd Ave., Shell Lake Pastor John Sahlstrom Lay Pastor Richard Peterson Youth leader Ryan Hunziker 715-468-2734 Worship Service: 10 a.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 James Frisby 715-635-2277 Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Sunday evening service 6 p.m. Wed. evening service 7 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
Faith Lutheran
St. Alban's
409 N. Summit St., Spooner Father Edwin Anderson 715-635-3105 Saturday Mass: 6 p.m. Sunday Mass: 10 a.m.
(Missouri Synod) South of Spooner off Hwy. W7148 Luther Rd. Pastor Brent Berkesch 715-635-8167 Sunday Worship 8 a.m. Sunday School 9:15 a.m. Praise and Worship 10:30 Lutheran Hour on WJMC 96.1 FM Radio at 9 a.m. Sundays
Corner of Elm and Summit St., Spooner Father Bob Rodgers 715-635-8475 Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist: Sunday at 10:30 a.m. and Thursday at 9:30 a.m. Morning prayer: 8:15 a.m. Monday - Thursday
Shell Lake Full Gospel
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.; Thurdays: Compassion Connection (Coed meetings) 7 p.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.
(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.
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.
Long Lake Lutheran Church
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Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church
CTH D, Sarona Father Edwin Anderson 715-468-7850 Sunday Mass: 8:30 a.m.
St. Francis de Sales
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W3114 Church Rd., Sarona Pastor Mary Strom Sunday Worship 9 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m.
Salem Lutheran, ELCA
803 Second St., Shell Lake 715-468-7718 www.shelllakesalem lutheran.org Sunday Worship: 8 and 10 a.m.; coffee and conversation: 9:15 a.m.
Timberland Ringebu Free Lutheran
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 Tuesdays 2 & 7 p.m.
Trinity Lutheran
1790 Scribner St., Spooner 715-635-3603 Sunday Worship: 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:15 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; FISH Youth Group Wednesday, 7:30 - 9 p.m.
Sarona Methodist
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.
Wesleyan
Spooner Wesleyan
Hwy. 70 W, Spooner www.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.
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Cornerstone Christian
Pastor Tom Kelby 106 Balsam St., Spooner 715-635-9222 www.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 years-6th grade 6:30 p.m.
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Derek L. Almendinger, Andover, Minn., shine wild animals, $222.90. Jayme L. Beach, Spooner, seat belt violation, $10.00; operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50; operating while suspended, $200.50. Jeffrey D. Bosworth, Hayward, interfere with traffic sign/signal, no amount given. Clinton J. Butterfield, Sarona, possess unlicensed bobcat, fisher, otter, $606.00. Matthew M. Chambers, Rosemount, Minn., speeding, $175.30. Ryan N. Christianson, Trego, seat belt violation, $10.00. Michael A. Colalillo, Hayward, seat belt violation, $10.00. Robert D. Correll, Superior, speeding, $326.50; operating while suspended, $200.50. Joseph L. Cynor, Minnesota City, Minn., speeding, $200.50. Debra L. Davis, Birchwood, speeding, $200.50.
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William E. Driessen, Minneapolis, Minn., speeding, $175.30. Steven J. Englund, Spooner, seat belt violation, $10.00. Daniel J. Flaherty, Balsam Lake, speedometer violations, $175.30. Nathan R. Focht, Spooner, hunt deer without required color clothing, $162.60. Jack Gauthier, Radisson, operate vehicle in excess width without permit, $208.50; vehicle equipment violations, group 3, $175.30. Tina M. Gossard, Hayward, speeding, $200.50. Eugene L. Gunderson, Dresser, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.00. Clement D. Haring, Tomahawk, while suspended, operating $200.50. Kenneth C. Hayden, Rice Lake, discharge firearm from across highway, $217.90.
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Frank R. Mortensen, Sarona, speeding, $200.50. Rudolf M. Olk, Oakley, Calif., speeding, $175.30. Melisa M. Osborne, Springbrook, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.00. Ronald D. Rabideau, Spooner, failure to register dog with town clerk, $150.10, twice. Stanley Radomski, Birchwood, disorderly conduct, $103.00. Rodney Strobach Trucking, LLC, Rib Lake, vehicle equipment violations, group 3, $175.30. Mary R. Streuli, Rice Lake, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.00. Mary E. Whiteside, Chippewa Falls, speeding, $175.30. Sharon E. Young, Lake Elmo, Minn., speeding, $225.70. Lucas L. Dimmen, Mora, Minn., disorderly conduct, $103.00; criminal damage to property, $249.00.
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Librado D. Hernandez, Minong, OWI, $817.50, license revoked 6 months, alcohol assessment; knowingly operating vehicle without valid driver’s license and causing property damage, $1,397.50. Mary L. Hills, Spooner, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.00. Ryan P. Hraby, Medford, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.00. Duane A. Iverson, Siren, speeding, $200.50. Neil J. Johnson, Trego, nonregistration of auto, $175.30. Jennifer A. Kannenberg, Menasha, speeding, $250.90. Joseph H. Killinger, Shingle Springs, Calif., speeding, $175.30. Robin E. Laier, Stone Lake, speeding, $175.30. Dane A. Miller, Des Moines, Iowa, operating without valid license, $200.50.
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY CITY OF SHELL LAKE
The City of Shell Lake is seeking applicants for the following two categories to implement its Invasive Species Plan. It is anticipated that the positions will start in April/May and end in September 2012. The positions will work approximately 32 hrs./wk., and will include both weekends and holidays. Ability to work with the public and knowledge of computers is a key part of both positions. Invasive Species Coordinator: Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Supervising and scheduling both paid and volunteer boat inspectors, recruiting volunteers, training all workers to properly carry out their duties, inspect watercraft, manage the launch permit system, prepare a biweekly report of all activities to be used for educational purposes, assure all workers maintain proper forms, maintain a computer spreadsheet which includes the DNR database, etc. Salary is $11.24 per hour. Supervisory experience is a plus. Some college classes in taxonomy preferred. Invasive Species Inspectors: Primary responsibilities include inspecting watercraft at Shell Lake and Round Lake landings, removing and disposing of debris, collecting and recording information on an Ipod, educating the public and collecting the launch fee. Salary is $8.47 per hour. Some courses on aquatic invasive species preferred. Physical requirements: Positions require stooping, bending and inspecting the underside of boats/trailers. Applications can be picked up at City Hall or obtained by calling 715468-7679. Closing date for applications to City Hall is 4:30 p.m. on 554127 25-26r Wednesday, February 22, 2012. EOE
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HELP WANTED The Washburn County Highway Department will be taking applications for Limited Term Employment. These applications will be used to establish rosters for two separate employment opportunities. Type 1: Limited Term Truck Drivers/Equipment Operators. Job duties may include, but are not limited to, plowing snow and applying chemicals, hauling materials, shoveling, cutting trees and brush, patching roads and flagging traffic. Applicants must have a current commercial driver’s license. Knowledge and experience of snow removal operations is helpful but not required. This is a temporary position not to exceed 1,100 hours. Position will be guaranteed 30 hours per week. Hours of work may vary to include days, nights, weekends and holidays. Rate of pay will be $17 -$19 per hour DOQ. Type 2: Limited Term Employment during the maintenance season. This is a temporary seasonal position not to exceed 1,100 hours. Hourly rate will be $11-$13 per hour DOQ. Job duties include, but not limited to, operating a mower tractor, a five-yard truck, patching blacktop, shoveling gravel, rock picking, brushing and flagging traffic. Knowledge and experience with standard transmission is necessary with a commercial driver’s license optional. Typical days and hours of work are Monday thru Thursday from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. but other days and hours may be required. Applicants for both will be subject to initial and periodic driving record check and drug screening. Visit our Web site at www.co.washburn.wi.us to download an application (from the Administration /Personnel Department page) or contact the Washburn County Highway Department, 1600 County Hwy. H, Spooner, WI 54801 at 715-635-4480; fax 715-635-4485 or email: highway@co.washburn.wi.us to receive an application. Resumes will be accepted but will not take the place of a completed application. Applications must be received by 4 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 16, 2012. E.O.E 553485 13-14b, 24-25r
Aaron L. Galatovich, South St. Paul, Minn., OWI, $804.50, license suspended 6 months, alcohol assessment. Eric E. Hamer, Shell Lake, retail theft, $299.00. Joseph F. Lukas, St. Paul, Minn., burglary, $7,766.83; theft, $163.00; burglary, $163.00; theft, $163.00. David M. Morrison, Spooner, resisting or obstructing an officer, $299.00; OWI, $1,250.80, license revoked 12 months, alcohol assessment. Daniel C. Rogers, Hayward, violate a domestic abuse injunction, $243.00. Charles R. Thayer, Gordon, improper display of license plates/tags, $186.00. Brian M. Vobeda, Sarona, bail jumping, $299.00; disorderly conduct, $299.00; operating while revoked, $299.00.
Kristina M. Weigelt, Spooner, disorderly conduct, $243.00; criminal damage to property, $125.00; disorderly conduct, $243.00; bail jumping, $243.00.
Accidents
Sunday, Jan. 29 At 11:48 p.m. Tasha L. Draves, 26, Spooner, was eastbound on Hwy. 70, one-tenth mile east of Tozer Lake Road in Shell Lake, when she hit a deer. No vehicle damage or injuries were reported.
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JOB OPPORTUNITY WASHBURN COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COOPERATION DIRECTOR (WCEDC) WCEDC, a nonprofit corporation, is seeking a proven selfstarting, results-oriented Director. The position is the contact person for WCEDC and Industrial Development Revolving Loan Fund. Candidates must have superior communication skills and ability to work effectively with business, government, funding agencies and others. Candidates must also have experience preparing business plans and financial statements. Combination of education and experience equivalent to a BA in Business Administration, Public Administration or Marketing. Experience in closing sales is required. Washburn County residency is preferred. Position is 60% FTE, with opportunity for additional compensation through commission on closed loans and new membership recruitment. This position is subject to: a background check, drug & alcohol test, written and oral interview and a 180-day probationary period. Applications due by Feb. 15, 2012, shall include a detailed resume specifically citing pertinent experience, application & waiver form; incomplete applications will not be considered. WCEDC is an equal opportunity employer. Interested applicants can request a complete job description and Employment Application Form and background check waiver (required) by contacting: WCEDC Margie Quinn 208 Vine St. Spooner, WI 54801 553779 24-25r 14-15b 715-635-8242
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Case Number: 11 CV 20 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on September 15, 2011, in the amount of $94,002.30, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: March 21, 2012, at 10:15 a.m. TERMS: 1.10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. PLACE: At the North entrance of Washburn County Courthouse located at 10 4th Avenue, Shell Lake, Wisconsin. DESCRIPTION: The South 75 feet of Lots 5 and 6, Block 20, Second Addition to the City of Spooner, Washburn County, Wisconsin. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 201 High Street, Spooner, WI 54801. TAX KEY NO.: 65-281-2-39-1231-5 15-036-672000.
Terry Dryden Sheriff of Washburn County
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Dustin A. McMahon State Bar #1086857 Blommer Peterman, S.C. 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for the purpose. 282008
(Feb. 8, 15, 22, 29, Mar. 7, 14) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT WASHBURN COUNTY CITIFINANCIAL, INC. Plaintiff vs. LEWIS MONNIER, et al. Defendant(s) Case Number: 11 CV 34 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on September 22, 2011, in the amount of $159,255.08, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: March 28, 2012, at 10:15 a.m. TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. PLACE: At the North entrance of Washburn County Courthouse located at 10 4th Avenue, Shell Lake, Wisconsin DESCRIPTION: The following described real estate in the Town of Minong, Washburn County, Wisconsin (the property): Lot 5 in Links Estates, according to the plat thereof of record in the office of the Register of Deeds, Washburn County, Wisconsin. PROPERTY ADDRESS: N13050 Bresler Drive, Minong, WI 54859. TAX KEY NO.: 65-030-2-42-1223-5/ 15-422-502000. Dated this 2nd day of February, 2012. Terry Dryden Sheriff of Washburn County Dustin A. McMahon State Bar #1086857 Blommer Peterman, S.C. 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for the purpose. 283161
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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth April 13, 1928, and date of death January 1, 2012, was domiciled in Washburn County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of N2998 Jesse Road, Sarona, WI 54870. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is May 10, 2012. 5. A claim may be filed at the Washburn County Courthouse, Shell Lake. Marilynn E. Benson Probate Registrar Jan. 30, 2012 Katherine M. Stewart P.O. Box 364 Spooner, WI 54801 715-635-9081 Bar Number: #1005716
(Jan. 25, Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT WASHBURN COUNTY COMMUNITY BANK OF NORTHERN WISCONSIN Plaintiff, vs. GEORGE BASGALL and ANN BASGALL, WASHBURN COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY, DISCOVER BANK Defendants. NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Case No. 11 CV 162 Case Code 30404 Foreclosure of Mortgage PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered in the above-action by the Circuit Court of Washburn County, the undersigned Sheriff of Washburn County, Wisconsin, will sell at public auction on the front steps of the Washburn County Courthouse, in the City of Shell Lake, Wisconsin, on March 14, 2012, at 10:00 a.m., the following described property: Part of the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (SW1/4 SW1/4), Section 36, Township 40 North, Range 13 West, described in Volume 2 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 170 as Document No. 148991. Together with an easement for 99 years from March 30, 1996, on the following described real estate for the purposes of installing and maintaining a drain field on said real estate: That part of the SW1/4 SW1/4, 36-40-13W, described as follows: Commencing at the SW corner of said section; thence North 87˚44’ East along the South line of said Section 564 feet; thence North 1˚15’ West 276 feet to an iron pipe, the point of beginning; thence North 1˚15’ West 150 feet; thence at right angles and East 100 feet; thence at right angles and South 150 feet more or less to the North line of that parcel of land described in Volume 2 CSM, Page 170; thence West along the North line of said parcel 100 feet to the point of beginning. TERMS: Cash. DOWN PAYMENT: 10% of amount bid by certified check. BALANCE DUE: At time of confirmation of sale. Dated this 19th day of January, 2012. 553328 WNAXLP Terrence C. Dryden Washburn County Sheriff
Notice is hereby given that the Bashaw Town Board shall hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, February 14, 2012, at 7 p.m. at the Bashaw Town Hall. Agenda: Call meeting to order; minutes from January 10, 2012, town meeting; treasurer’s report; public input; permits/applications; truck/grader; set next meeting date; approve vouchers and adjourn meeting. A current agenda will also be posted at the following sites: Corner of Tozer Lake Rd. & Green Valley Rd., corner of Sand Rd. & Sunset Rd. and N3410 Sawyer Creek Rd., Shell Lake, WI 54871 (Town Hall) Lesa Dahlstorm, Clerk Town of Bashaw 554060 25r
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Notice Is Hereby Given That The Sarona Town Board Will Be Meeting On Mon., Feb. 13, 2012, At 7 p.m. At The Sarona Town Hall
Theagendashall bepostedoneday priortom eeting. 554133 25r Vic toriaLom bard,C lerk (Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Mar. 7) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT WASHBURN COUNTY OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC AS SERVICER FOR HSBC BANK USA, N.A. AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE FOR THE REGISTERED NOTEHOLDERS OF RENAISSANCE HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST 2005-4, RENAISSANCE HOME EQUITY LOAN ASSET-BACKED NOTES, SERIES 2005-4 Plaintiff vs. JASON C. WEAVER, et al Defendant(s) Case Number: 10 CV 282 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on November 9, 2011, in the amount of $105,937.14, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: March 21, 2012, at 10:15 a.m. TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. PLACE: At the North entrance of Washburn County Courthouse located at 10 4th Avenue, Shell Lake, Wisconsin. DESCRIPTION: The Following described real estate in Washburn County, State of Wisconsin: Lots eight (8) and nine (9), block forty (40), sixth addition to the city of Spooner and the north half of the vacated portion of Linden Street adjoining Lot 8 in Block 40 of the Sixth Addition to the City of Spooner, Washburn County, Wisconsin. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1302 North High Street, Spooner, WI 54801. TAX KEY NO.: 65-281-2-39-1231-0-0-8635. Dated this 17th day of January, 2012. Terry Dryden Sheriff of Washburn County Dustin A. McMahon State Bar #1086857 Blommer Peterman, S.C. 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for the purpose. 282279
(Jan. 25, Feb. 1, 8) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT WASHBURN COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF DEBRA J. GLESSING Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 12PR01 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth February 24, 1956, and date of death January 2, 2012, was domiciled in Washburn County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 1010 E. Lake Drive, Shell Lake, WI 54871. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is May 3, 2012. 5. A claim may be filed at the Washburn County Courthouse, 10 4th Avenue, Shell Lake, Wis. Marilynn E. Benson Probate Registrar 715-468-4688 January 12, 2012 Peter E. Van Sickle P.O. Box 517 Cumberland, WI 54829 Telephone: 715-822-3153 Bar Number: 1014124
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(Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Mar. 7) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT WASHBURN COUNTY CITIFINANCIAL, INC. Plaintiff vs. CORINNE A. THEISEN, et al Defendant(s)
(Feb. 1, 8, 15) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT WASHBURN COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Marion Elizabeth Crick Order Setting Deadline for Filing a Claim Case No. 12PR03 A petition for formal administration was filed. THE COURT FINDS: 1. The decedent, with date of birth May 1, 1916, and date of death April 27, 2011, was domiciled in Muskegon County, State of Michigan, with a mailing address of 6620 Wilson Rd., Nunica, Michigan 49448. 2. All interested persons waived notice. THE COURT ORDERS: 1. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is April 23, 2012. 2. A claim must be filed at the Washburn County Courthouse, Shell Lake, Wisconsin. BY THE COURT: Eugene D. Harrington Circuit Court Judge January 23, 2012 Kathryn zumBrunnen Box 96 Spooner, WI 54801 715-635-3174 553567 Bar #1016913 WNAXLP
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(Feb. 8, 15, 22) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT WASHBURN COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Marian Evelyn Walker DOD: 1/01/2012 Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 12PR06
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(Feb. 8, 15, 22) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT WASHBURN COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Charles Joseph Revak DOD: 12/20/2009 Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 12 PR 05 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth Sept. 1, 1963, and date of death Dec. 20, 2009, was domiciled in Washburn County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of N7665 Lincoln Lane, Spooner, WI 54801. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is May 17, 2012. 5. A claim may be filed at the Washburn County Courthouse, Shell Lake, Wis. Marilynn E. Benson Probate Registrar January 26, 2012 Katherine M. Stewart P.O. Box 364 Spooner, WI 54801 715-635-9081 Bar #1005716
Keith E. Conn, Town of Brooklyn, and Lynda G. Wilcox, village of Minong. Travis G. Vollmer, Town of Springbrook, and Stephanie L. Slabaugh, Town of Springbrook. Melvin E. Buckwheat, Town of Evergreen, and Madeline L. Butz, Town of Evergreen.
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Brian J. Hoffelt, Town of Beaver Brook, and Heidi K. Smith, Town of Beaver Brook. Joshua L. Villella, Town of Evergreen, and Ashley M. Kludt, Town of Evergreen. Aaron L. Lemke, Sturgis, S.D., and Laura E. Jahnke, Sturgis, S.D. Dennis F. Stuart Jr., village of Minong, and Miranda C. Robelia, village of Minong. Benjamin T. Elliott, Sarona, and DeLanna M. Lawrence, Sarona.
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(Feb. 1, 8, 15) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT WASHBURN COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Kenneth Morgan Order Setting Time to Hear Petition for Administration and Deadline for Filing Claims (Formal Administration) Case No.12PR02 A petition for formal administration was filed. THE COURT FINDS: The decedent, with date of birth September 27, 1912, and date of death January 7, 2012, was domiciled in Washburn County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of W4406 Co. Trunk F, Springbrook, WI 54875 THE COURT ORDERS: 1. The petition be heard at the Washburn County Courthouse, Shell Lake, Wisconsin, before Circuit Court Judge, Eugene D. Harrington on February 22, 2012, at 8:15 a.m. You do not need to appear unless you object. The petition may be granted if there is no objection. 2. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is April 23, 2012. 3. A claim may be filed at the Washburn County Courthouse. 4. Heirship will be determined at the hearing on petition for final judgment. 5. Publication for this notice is notice to any person whose names or addresses are unknown. If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call 715-4684688 at least 10 working days prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provide transportation. BY THE COURT: Eugene D. Harrington Circuit Court Judge January 23, 2012 Kathryn zumBrunnen Box 96 Spooner, WI 54801 553566 715-635-3174 WNAXLP Bar #1016913
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS WASHBURN COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT SPOONER, WISCONSIN OFFICIAL NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS
Sealed proposals for materials and services described herein will be received until 2:00 p.m., Thursday, February 16, 2012, by the Washburn County Highway Department, Office of the Highway Commissioner, 1600 County Highway H, Spooner, Wisconsin, 54801. PROPOSAL CONTRACT #01-12E Two -Tandem-Axle Trucks PROPOSAL CONTRACT #02-12M *Asphaltic Concrete Pavement, Type E-1 HMA PROPOSAL CONTRACT #03-12M *Asphaltic Concrete Pavement, Type E-1, Warm Mix PROPOSAL CONTRACT #04-12M Cold Mix Asphaltic Pavement, Type SC800 PROPOSAL CONTRACT #05-12M Miscellaneous Paving Items (no bid bond required) PROPOSAL CONTRACT #06-12M Pulverizing PROPOSAL CONTRACT #7-12M Water-Based Pavement Stripping PROPOSAL CONTRACT #8-12M Sealcoat Oil, Types CRS-2 and Type CRS2-PD PROPOSAL CONTRACT #9-12M Crack Fill Material PROPOSAL CONTRACT #10-12M 3/8” Washed Pea Rock *Asphaltic Concrete Pavement, Type E-1 HMA and Warm Mix may be used on LRIP projects for the Washburn County Highway Department and on the following projects: Town of Bass Lake - Main Road, Town of Beaver Brook - Heisterkamp Road, Town of Birchwood - Stout Avenue, Town of Madge Baker Road, Town of Minong - Horseshoe Bend Road, Town of Springbrook - Say Hi Road. Proposal forms and specifications are on file and available upon request at the Office of the Washburn County Highway Department, phone 715-635-4480; FAX 715-635-4485. Each Proposal must be accompanied by a bid bond, certified check, bank’s draft, or postal money order made payable to the Washburn County Highway Department in the amount of 5 percent (5%) of the total amount bid. Certified checks shall be drawn on the account of the bidder submitting the Proposal. Bidders wishing to submit their bid by mail may do so at their own risk. Bids received through mail by the Washburn County Highway Department later than the time set forth above will be returned unopened. The correct mailing address is Wash-burn County Highway Department, 1600 County Highway H, Spooner, WI 54801. The County reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, to waive any technicalities and to select the bid proposal deemed most advantageous to the Washburn County Highway Department. Jon Johnson, Commissioner 553659 24-25r WNAXLP Washburn County Highway Department
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NOTICE OF INTENT TO APPOINT WISCONSIN INDIANHEAD TECHNICAL COLLEGE (WITC) DISTRICT BOARD MEMBERS Notice is hereby given that applications are being accepted for three (3) positions on the Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College (WITC) District Board from individuals residing in Region 1 (Douglas County), Region 2 (Ashland, Bayfield and portions of Iron Counties), Region 3 (Rusk, Sawyer and Washburn Counties), Region 4 (Burnett and Polk Counties), and Region 6 (portions of St. Croix County) of the WITC District. *Please note: Applications will not be accepted from Region 5 (Barron County) since no region may have more than two members on the Board and WITC currently has two members from Region 5 on the Board. Appointments will be made for the following positions in accordance with the Board Appointment Committee’s Plan of Representation, which specifies categories of membership as well as geographic areas of representation within the district. Board members are not paid, except for expenses incurred in the performance of their duties.
WITC District Board Member Open Positions
The following Board positions will commence on or about July 1, 2012, upon certification by the Wisconsin Technical College System Board, with 3-year terms ending on June 30, 2015. 1. Employee Member: Representing Region 1 - Douglas County 2. Employer Member: Representing Region 6 - St. Croix County 3. School District Administrator Member: Representing the WITC District* (see note above)
Board Member Category Definitions
Please refer to the following Web site for additional information to help you determine if you qualify for a Board member category: www.witc.edu/board/appointments. • An Employee Member is defined as someone who is employed, or who does not meet the Employer Member definition, or who is acting in the capacity of an officer or agent of a labor organization. An employee receives earnings as payment for personal services and is employed in the district. • An Employer Member is defined as someone who receives earnings as payment for personal services and who has the authority to exercise independent judgment in determining, or effectively recommending, any of the following actions for business employees: hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, recall, promote, discharge, assign, reward, discipline and adjust grievances. Note: Representatives of labor organizations (officers or agents) are considered employee members regardless of their responsibilities. • A School District Administrator Member is defined as a school district superintendent, supervising principal or other person who acts as the administrative head of a school district and who holds an administrator’s license; and must be employed by a school board or a school district located within the technical college district. In the appointment process, equal consideration is given to the general population distribution within the WITC District, as well as to the distribution of women and minorities. Note: No two members of the WITC District Board may be officials of the same governmental unit, nor may any district board member be a member of the school board which employs the School District Administrator. Notarized application forms must be received no later than 4 p.m., on Wednesday, February 22, 2012. Applicants must attend the public hearing of the District Board Appointment Committee on Thursday, March 29, 2012, at 2:30 p.m., at the WITC - Administrative Office, 505 Pine Ridge Drive, Shell Lake, WI 54871, and provide at least two letters of recommendation supporting his/her candidacy to the WITC District Board before being interviewed at the scheduled public meeting. No additional names will be accepted from the floor at the time of the Appointment Committee meeting. Notarized applications should be sent to: Mr. Daryl Standafer, Chairperson District Board Appointment Committee WITC - Administrative Office 505 Pine Ridge Drive Shell Lake, WI 54871 Application forms and instructions may be obtained at the WITC Web address above, or by contacting: Ms. Kim Olson, Board Appointment Committee Liaison WITC - Administrative Office 505 Pine Ridge Drive Shell Lake, WI 54871 Telephone: (715) 468-2815, ext. 2279 E-mail: kim.olson@witc.edu A second legal notice announcing the public hearing and committee meeting and all applicant names will be published in mid553972 25r,L WNAXLP March 2012.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PROPOSED ZONING CODE AMENDMENTS CITY OF SHELL LAKE
Council” from Sec. 13-1-66 STANDARDS - CONDITIONAL USES. The proposed change would give the Plan Commission the authority to implement the conditional use permit process. A public hearing will be held on the proposed code amendment Monday, February 13, 2012 at 7:05 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall. 553819 24-25r Clint R. Stariha, Zoning Administrator
SCHOOL DISTRICT OF SHELL LAKE REGULAR BOARD MEETING JANUARY 16, 2012
President Jeri Bitney called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Roll call found these board members present: Jeri Bitney, Tim Mikula, Stu Olson, Phil Holman, Linda Nielsen and Wendy Muska. Mary Ann Swan was absent. Also present was Jim Connell, Don Peterson, Kimberly Osterhues, Jessica Beecroft, Phyllis Bergeron, Al Nauertz, Stephanie Herzog, Tiffany Herzog, Tiffany Schroeder, Cassidy Schroeder, Sage Dunham, Danette Hopke, Dominic Hopke and Lori Hanson-Hungerbuhler. There were no public comments. Sage Dunham gave the student council report. An eyeglasses drive has been initiated in conjunction with the Shell Lake Lions Club. Mr. Holman made a motion to accept consent agenda items a-c, seconded by Mrs. Muska. The motion carried. Administrative reports Don Peterson • Discussed the school play and need for a director. Kim Osterhues • The new Morning Movers program, which is a daily program at the primary school that is from 7:15 - 7:45 a.m., has had a lot of positive comments from parents. • Teacher In-service will be on Friday, January 20. Jim Connell • Donations have been coming in for the electronic school sign. The goal is to have it up and running by graduation. • Spoke of possible technology purchases of iPads for the elementary classrooms and laptops for the 7 - 12 grades. • AP Course updates - Ms. Armour will teach an AP English Course, and Mrs. Skattebo may teach an AP math course in the upcoming school year. • Tim Ullom is going to look into having someone do an energy audit sometime in the spring. Unfinished business Mrs. Muska moved to approve the 2012 - 2013 school calendar, seconded by Mrs. Nielsen. The motion carried. Mrs. Muska moved to approve reconditioning a bus lane at the primary school and put the project out on bids, seconded by Mr. Holman. The motion carried. New business A presentation on the Wolf Ridge experience, which the 7thgraders participate in each fall, was given by Mr. Al Nauertz with help from 7th-grade parents and students. Mrs. Nielsen moved to approve the following resolution: Whereas the School District of Shell Lake and New Paradigm Partners wish to continue in its efforts to offer the highest quality educational opportunity for its students, the School Board hereby passes this resolution authorizing the pursuit of a DPI School Planning Grant for the purposes of establishing an Alternative Education Charter School through the New Paradigm Partners Consortium, seconded by Mrs. Muska. The motion Carried. Mrs. Muska moved to hire Emily Schlieve and Ryan O’Connell as assistant track coaches for the 2011 - 12 school year, seconded by Mr. Holman. The motion carried. Mrs. Muska moved to approve creating the position of JV softball coach, seconded by Mr. Holman. The motion carried. Mrs. Muska moved to formally adopt the following goals for the 2011 - 12 and 2012 - 13 school years: • Students will receive an education at Shell Lake that assures the ability to be successful in their postsecondary educational pursuits. • Technology will be available to kids, parents and teachers as instructional and learning tools. • Curriculum will be updated and align with common core standards. • The school will serve the community in many and diverse ways. • Math and reading scores on district and state assessments will improve. Motion seconded by Mrs. Nielsen. The motion carried. Mrs. Muska moved to approve the development of a remodeling plan for the primary school, seconded by Mrs. Nielsen. The motion carried. Committee reports were given. Mrs. Nielsen moved to suspend the regular meeting to convene an executive session in accordance with Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(c) for the purpose of staffing discussion, administrator evaluation and technician contract, seconded by Mr. Holman at 8:05 p.m. Roll call found all members voting aye. Mary Ann Swan and Tim Mikula were absent. The motion carried. The meeting reconvened into open session at 8:45 p.m. Mr. Olson moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Mrs. Muska. The motion carried. 554001 25r The meeting was adjourned at 8:50 p.m.
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MEETING NOTICE - CITY OF SHELL LAKE
The Shell Lake City Council will hold their regular monthly meeting Monday, February 13, 2012, 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: Proposed revisions to Shell Lake Zoning Code pertaining to short-term rentals and to remove the City Council from the conditional use permit approval process; Revised Sec. 12-2-2 redefining current swim area and adding swim area in front of campground and designating slow-nowake area by Courtesy Dock; Unfinished Business; Mayor’s report; Any other items that may be added to this agenda will be posted at City Hall. Bradley A. Pederson, City Administrator 554126 25r
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The Washburn County Zoning Committee will hold a business meeting Tuesday, February 28, 2012, at 3:30 p.m. in the Washburn County Boardroom, Elliott Building, 110 Fourth Avenue West, Shell Lake, Wisconsin.
NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING REZONE REQUESTS Rezoning requests have been filed with the Washburn County Zoning Office for changes in the zoning district. The public hearing will be held February 28, 2012, at 4 p.m. in the Washburn County Boardroom, Elliott Building, 110 Fourth Avenue West, Shell Lake, Wisconsin. CRYSTAL Township: Thomas O’Dell, Caledonia, Wisconsin. Request to rezone approximately 29.40 acres. Map #CR 450/Record ID #12700 - 29.40 acres NW 1/4 NW 1/4 Exc S 350’ Section 28-39-11 Town of Crystal, 9.40 acres of the property described above from Agriculture to Residential Agriculture, to sell 20 acres and keep 9.40 acres. LONG LAKE Township: Richard Hlava, Libertyville, Illinois, Map #LL 866/record ID #16807 - 1.49 acres, Part of Govt. lot 1 & 2 Part of L 21 Maple Grove Beach, Section 9-37-11, Town of Long Lake, to rezone from Residential to Residential Recreational 1 to be able to rent house for short-term use. LONG LAKE Township: George Hlava, Naperville, Illinois, Map #LL 866A/record ID #16808 - 1.14 acres, Part of Govt. L1 & 2 Part of L21 Maple Grove Beach, Section 9-37-11. Town of Long Lake to rezone from Residential to Residential Recreational 1 to be able to rent house for short-term use.
PUBLIC HEARING CONDITIONAL USE REQUESTS Conditional use requests have been filed with the Washburn County Zoning Office. This public hearing will be held February 28, 2012, immediately following the rezoning requests in the Washburn County Boardroom, Elliott Building, 110 Fourth Avenue West, Shell Lake, Wisconsin. BEAVER BROOK Township: Robert Hall and Jerry Hershey, Shell Lake, Wisconsin. Map #BB 499/4245 - 40 acres NW 1/4 SW 1/4 Sec. 21-38-12; BB 621/4399 - 40 acres NW 1/4 SW 1/4 Sec. 27-38-12; BB 639A/34743 - 20 acres N 1/2 SW 1/4 SW 1/4 Sec. 28-38-12; and BB 639B/34744 - 20 acres S 1/2 SW 1/4 SW 1/4 Sec. 28-38-12 Town of Beaver Brook, requesting to have a conditional use permit to allow for family burial. TREGO Township: Shell Lake State Bank, Shell Lake, Wisconsin. Map #TR 692/Record ID #28561 - 1.34 acres Part of the W 1/2 NE 1/ 4 & lot 1 CSM V4 P117 Sec. 34-40-12 Town of Trego, requesting to have a conditional use permit to reopen an existing resort and bring it into conformity. LONG LAKE Township: Richard Hlava, Libertyville, Illinois. Map #LL 866/record ID #16807 - 1.49 acres. Part of Govt. lot 1 & 2 Part L 21 Maple Grove Beach, Section 9-37-11, Town of Long Lake, requesting to have a conditional use permit for rental of house for short-term use. LONG LAKE Township: George Hlava, Naperville, Illinois, Map #LL 866A/record ID #16808 - 1.14 acres, Part of Govt. L 1 & 2 Part of L 21 Maple Grove Beach, Section 9-37-11 requesting to have a conditional use permit for rental of house for short-term use. Interested persons will be given the opportunity to be heard. The committee will deliberate in “Open Session.” Handicapped access is available through the south door; parking is near the door. This agenda and the subsequent meeting minutes are available in large type. If you need assistance, please call Lynn Hoeppner at 715-4684600, prior to the meeting. 553998 25-26r WNAXLP Webster Macomber, Zoning Administrator
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Shell Lake Junior High music students participate at solo and ensemble festival
PRAIRIE FARM — Junior high band, choir and piano students from Shell Lake participated at the 2012 solo and ensemble festival. The solo and ensemble festival was held at Prairie Farm High School on Monday, Jan. 31. Students prepared pieces for the festival in three classes: A, B and C with Class A being the most difficult. After performing for a judge, students receive ratings of I through V. Sixth-grade students may participate for comments only. A rating of I is considered excellent, II is very good, III is good, IV is fair, and V is poor. Band students of Aimee Pashby, choir students of Stephen Bulgrin, and piano students of Jene Morey and Aimee Pashby worked for several weeks to prepare for the event. Students from sixth through eighth grades were allowed to participate. They had the option of performing solos or small ensembles. Shell Lake had 82 entries this year. Forty-two of those entries were awarded a first division rating, 33 of them a second division rating, one of them a third division rating, and six were performed for comments only. Keagan Blazer, with an alto saxophone solo, received a star first in Class A and will be performing again at the state solo and ensemble festival at UW-Eau Claire on May 5. Five sixth-grade students participated this year for a critique of their performances. They are Allison Tims, Class C piano solo; Greta Stellrecht, Class C piano solo; Logan Pashby, Class C piano solo; Logan Pashby and Clare Walker, Class C marimba duet; Logan Pashby, Class B French horn solo; and Kennedy Baumgart and Greta Stellrecht, Class C flute duet.
Students receiving a II in Class C: Band events: Marty Anderson, trombone solo; Isaac Haines, clarinet solo; Stephanie Tinsley, flute solo; Reyna Stone, Alyssa Hodgett and Kyley Williams, flute trio; Jordyn Monson, tuba solo; Caitlyn Rocarek, bass clarinet solo; and Kyley Williams, flute solo. Choir events: Caitlin Brereton, vocal solo; Amanda Brereton, vocal solo; Emma Crosby, vocal solo; Bryanna Davies, vocal solo; Anna Hungerbuhler, vocal solo; Lindsey Martin, Lauren Osborn and Amanda Brereton, vocal trio; Courtney Melton, vocal solo; and Nicki Everroad and KayDe Bontekoe, vocal duet. Piano events: Lindsey Martin, piano solo. Students receiving a I in Class C: Band events: Linden Nelson, marimba solo; Alyssa Hodgett, flute solo; Nathaniel Swan, flute solo; Cassidy Schroeder, trumpet solo; Gina McSweeney, trumpet solo; Logan Zebro, trumpet solo; Caleb LaFave, trumpet solo; Lindsey Martin and Cassie Skindzelewski, clarinet duet; Mckenzie Strus, flute solo; Ben Frey, tenor saxophone solo; Alex Eiche, flute solo; Heidi Steines, trumpet solo; Lanae Paulson, clarinet solo; Hope Balts, flute solo; KayDe Bontekoe, alto saxophone solo; Kaitlyn Haynes, clarinet solo; Tiffany Herzog, clarinet solo; Rachel Kidder, bass clarinet solo; Jade Folstad, clarinet solo; Jerney Meister, alto saxophone solo; Taylor Rohow, flute solo; Jade Folstad, French horn solo; Ariana Udovich, alto saxophone solo; and Natalie Smith, Emma Thomas, Gina McSweeney, Heidi Steines, Cassidy Schroeder and Logan Zebro, trumpet choir. Choir events: Sheri Clark and Emma Thomas, vocal duet; Jade Folstad, vocal solo; KayDe Bontekoe, vocal
Seventh-grader Jade Folstad gave a nervous sigh of relief after she completed her vocal solo.
solo; Daniel Parish, vocal solo; Amber Anderson, vocal solo; and Marty Anderson, vocal solo. Piano events: Nicole Mikula, piano solo; and Emily Parish, piano solo. Students receiving a III in Class B: Band events: Lindsey Martin, clarinet solo. Students receiving a II in Class B: Band events: Emily McCarthy, flute solo; Nathaniel Wingler, trombone solo; Emma Thomas, trumpet solo; Savannah Soltis, trombone solo; Lauren Osborn, alto saxophone solo; Ashley Lawrence, alto saxophone solo; Amber Anderson, clarinet solo; and Emily Parish, clarinet solo. Choir events: Dominic Hopke, vocal solo; Sheri Clark, vocal solo; Emma Thomas, vocal solo; Lauren Osborn, vocal solo; Lindsey Martin, vocal solo; and Caitlin Brereton, Emma Thomas and Sheri Clark, vocal trio. Piano events: Daniel Parish, piano solo. Students receiving a I in Class B: Band events: Bryanna Davies, clarinet solo; Natalie Smith, trumpet solo; Isaac Otterson, snare drum solo; Dominic Hopke, baritone saxophone solo; Ashley Lord, clarinet solo; and Keagan Blazer, Lauren Osborn and Dominic Hopke, saxophone trio. Choir events: Natalie Smith, vocal solo. Students receiving a II in Class A: Band events: Daniel Parish, euphonium solo; and Cassie Skindzelewski, clarinet solo. Students receiving a I in Class A: Band events: Reyna Stone, flute solo. Student receiving a star I in Class A Keagan Blazer, alto saxophone solo. — from Shell Lake Schools Music Department
Taylor Rohow and her instructor/accompanist Aimee Pashby look over the music just prior to her performance at the 2012 solo and ensemble festival held at Prairie Farm on Tuesday, Jan. 31. – Photos by Larry Samson
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Natalie Smith earned a I in Class A with her vocal solo, the highest rating of any middle school student in a vocal event at Shell Lake.
Heidi Steines earned a I in Class C with her trumpet solo. The seventh-grader has a passion for music. She has been playing the violin since second grade.
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Nicki Everroad and KayDe Bontekoe singing in their duet earned a II in Class C.
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A swimming we will go!
A pair of swans captured in the early-morning mist on a small pond in Clear Lake. The swans have chosen to stay the winter instead of migrating south. The pond receives hot water from the creamery, keeping the pond open.
This full-grown trumpeter swan is exposing his wings to shed off the water droplets after submerging for food. Upended, the swans will make use of their long necks to feed on the bottom. Adult swans are vegetarians living on aquatic plants. Young swans will supplement their diet with insects and aquatic life for protein for their growth.
Testing the water? While they are very graceful in water, they are not so surefooted on ice. The size of their feet and the sharp toes help on the ice. The adult swans are white, but this adult swan has a discolored head and neck from the soil as he roots around the bottom of the pond searching for food. — Photos by Larry Samson
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