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Wednesday, March 7, 2012 Vol. 123, No. 29 • Shell Lake, Wis.

Weekend watch

Saturday, Washburn County Food Distribution in conjunction with Ruby’s Pantry, for more info, see Events, page 8

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Did you get to play in the snow?

See page 10

Somewhere in that hand is the fish that 5year-old Mason Burton of Frederic caught. He was on the ice with his parents and grandfather enjoying fishing. — Photo by Larry Samson

Ski Out Cancer race See page 11

SPORTS

Basketball and wrestling See pages 12-13

People you should know: Heath Andrews See back page

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Rezoning in a residential area leaves neighbors dumbfounded

Issue will come before full county board March 20

by Jessica Beecroft WASHBURN COUNTY – Neighbors of Richard and George Hlava said they were left “dumbfounded” when the county’s zoning committee decided to approve a request for the rezoning of a cabin on Little Bear Road on STATEWIDE — Remember to turn your clocks ahead one hour on Sunday, March 11, as daylight saving time will begin at 2 a.m. — WCR ••• SHELL LAKE – Do you have extra plastic Easter eggs hiding in your house? If so, drop them off at the Register newspaper office. The eggs will be used during the chamber Easter egg hunt in Shell Lake on Saturday, April 7. – WCR ••• BURNETT COUNTY – Spring load restrictions begin March 12. Pursuant to Wisconsin statute 349.16, Burnett County highway seasonal weight restrictions will become effective at 12:01 a.m. on Monday, March 12. Adjustments to the proposed effective date may be considered contingent upon weather conditions. The Burnett County highway weight restrictions will require a load reduction to a maximum 4.5 ton per axle configuration. This applies to all county trunk highways in Burnett County, except CTH A, CTH D and CTH H south of CTH A to the Barron County line. Highway maintenance vehicles, school buses, emergency public utility vehicles, sewage haulers and trucks hauling bulk milk products are exempt from the load restrictions. Propane haulers and fuel oil haulers may exceed the imposed restrictions by 2 ton per axle.

Propane and fuel oil haulers should consider topping off their customers tanks prior to the posting of spring load restrictions since their hauling vehicles are overweight on many of the posted county roads even when empty. Once the spring load restrictions are applied they will remain in force until they are lifted sometime around May 14. – submitted by Burnett County Highway Commissioner Robert N. Morehouse

Long Lake from residential into a commercial resort property on Tuesday, Feb.28.

The action came in spite of advice from the zoning chair, David Haessig, who said, “If we approve this, I feel we’re making a big mistake.” The board approved the rezoning in a 4 to 1 vote. Voting against the rezoning was Haessig. Voting for the rezoning was Robert

See Rezoning, page 3

A crowd attended the zoning hearing on Tuesday, Feb. 28. – Photo by Jessica Beecroff

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Another successful ice-fishing contest for the Lions

It was the sister-and-brother team of Abby and Lucas Weegman of Long Lake who took home the top two prizes. Abby won an ice auger and Lucas took home the pop-up ice shack. — Photos by Larry Samson unless otherwise noted.

The last fishing contest has come and gone. The Shell Lake Lions Club held their ice-fishing contest under near-perfect weather conditions on Saturday, March 3, on the South Bay of Shell Lake.

ABOVE LEFT: Adam Gronning caught the biggest fish during the fishing contest. Other prize winners were Dan Burns, $50; Parker Humphrey, $75; Nick Kraetke, $100; Luke Parker, $200; and Lauren Burdon, $100. — Photo submitted ABOVE RIGHT: Tanner Becker of Spooner caught this nice northern. He said he has been fishing all his life.

Bonnie Reno seemed to enjoy the Lions ice-fishing contest held Saturday, March 3, on Shell Lake.

The Lions appreciate all those who ignored the weather conditions and helped support the club and had a good time doing it. — Photo submitted

Just a false alarm on Mikenzi Miller’s tip-up. Her sister Katrina watches with amusement. The two spent the day on the ice having a great day. When they weren’t fishing, they were playing games sponsored by the Lions club.

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Washburn County homicide trial under way

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Arguments expected to wrap up this Friday

by Jessica Beecroft WASHBURN COUNTY – The homicide trial of former Sarona resident Jess R. Carsello, 48, began Monday, Feb. 27, at the Dunn County Courthouse and is expected to end this Friday, March 9.

Washburn County District Attorney Michael Bitney spent the last week making the case against Carsello, who is Jess Carsello charged with first-degree intentional homicide in the shooting death of Michael T. Elliott, 31, Sarona, in Carsello’s home early July 25, 2010.

Carsello is claiming self-defense.

The trial is being held in Dunn County because of change of venue due to pretrial publicity and the fact the Elliott family is well-known in Washburn County.

If found guilty, Carsello faces life in prison.

Criminal complaint details The criminal complaint states that Carsello called 911 on July 25 at 12:17 a.m. and said he had just “shot the [expletive] out of him,” and “He attacked me!” Carsello asked that authorities “Please get here fast,” before the line was disconnected.

Officers and an emergency medical team arrived at Carsello’s residence in the Town of Sarona and found Carsello in the woods. When asked if he’d just shot someone, Carsello said, “Absolutely!” and told them Elliot was in the house, stated the complaint.

Carsello had a black eye, appeared to be intoxicated and said he’d been drinking beer and Jagermeister liquor with Elliot.

The officers found Elliot lying face down on the kitchen floor with multiple gunshot wounds. He was subsequently

pronounced dead at the scene by the Washburn County coroner.

An autopsy found that Elliot had been shot from behind six times – once in the right shoulder, twice in the upper back between the shoulder blades, once in the right lower back, once in the right thigh and once in the left ankle.

One of the wounds was inflicted when Elliott was lying face down on the kitchen floor, the complaint stated.

Other injuries included bruises and abrasions behind Elliot’s left ear, on his right upper eyelid and on his upper lip; lacerations to his eyebrows; a patterned bruise to his left scalp; and abrasions and bruises to his left ankle and left thigh.

The officers noticed before moving Elliot’s body that there was a bullet lying in his shirt underneath his belly.

When his body was moved, they found another bullet and a shell casing lying underneath him and three holes in the kitchen floor, two of which appeared to have perpendicular impact trajectory and one of which appeared to be a divot, all corresponding to the wounds on Elliot’s back, stated the complaint.

Investigators conclusion Investigators concluded from the evidence that two of the shots had allegedly been fired while Carsello stood over Elliot as Elliot was either trying to get up after having fallen to the kitchen floor or was lying face down on the floor.

Carsello allegedly told investigators that Elliot and a third male had attacked Carsello and threatened to shoot him between the eyes if he moved. Carsello could not identify the male or give any detailed description of his second alleged attacker, the complaint stated.

The defendant said he’d gone to town earlier that night with Elliott and had bought a bottle of Jagermeister and a 12pack of Coors Light.

Carsello said he invited Elliot over to his house, and the two of them were drinking. When the officers asked whether Carsello thought he, Carsello, was intoxicated, Carsello said it was not the first time he was “bagged up,” but he was not “out of his head hammered.”

Rezoning/from page 1

Lester, Nell Lee, Larry Ford and William Campbell.

The issue will now go before the full county board on Tuesday, March 20.

After the committee approved the rezoning, a conditional use permit was granted as well, which allows the Hlava brothers to rent out the property with the conditions already listed in the ordinance for short-term rentals.

The Long Lake Town Board voted Jan. 18 to deny the petition for rezoning before it was sent to the county. The Long Lake board sent the denial to the county board with the comments that they are denying the request because of the potential decrease in value, a lack of spot zoning laws, and a septic tank that was adequate for four-bedroom occupancy, when the home is a five-bedroom home.

Meets definition of resort Ed Olund, retired Washburn County board member, who also served on the zoning committee for years, spoke about the neighboring vacation rental home on Little Bear Road. He said that this property on Long Lake, “Big Bear on Little Bear,” meets the definition of a resort because it is for recreational purposes only.

Olund also presented a petition signed by over 60 persons who were against the rezoning and CUP granting for this short-term rental.

Hlava brothers speak When George and Richard Hlava had a chance to speak, they spoke about how, growing up, they came to Long Lake every summer. They used to go to resorts, and then the resorts and rentals started getting harder and harder to

Carsello said things got “really weird” later that night, and that Elliot began challenging him.

Carsello claimed repeatedly that he was threatened and punched twice in Michael T. Elliot the left eye by the other unknown assailant, stated the complaint.

Inconsistent Carsello allegedly confessed that he intentionally shot Elliott at least twice with

a semiautomatic pistol but said he did so because Elliott was threatening him, charging at him and that he, Carsello, feared for his life.

“This, however, was inconsistent with the physical evidence the officers discovered at the scene, the forensic evidence collected by the DCI investigators, and the preliminary autopsy results and findings of assistant medical examiner Dr. Mills,” the complaint filed by the state said.

Watch the Register’s Web site, www.wcregister.net, for updates on the trial.

Future of open-pit mining bill uncertain

Joint Finance Committee passes revised bill; Sens.

Schultz and Jauch affirm opposition

MADISON – The future of the controversial open-pit mining bill became more uncertain Monday, March 5, after the Joint Finance Committee passed a revised version of the bill that Sen. Dale Schultz, R-Richland Center, and Sen. Bob Jauch, D-Poplar, vowed to oppose.

“The so-called ‘compromise’ passed by the Joint Finance Committee today would still roll back commonsense environmental protections and limit the voice of the people in the mine permit process, changes to current law that Wisconsin residents adamantly oppose,” said Amber Meyer Smith, government relations director at Clean Wisconsin. “Sen. Dale Schultz is standing with the people of Wisconsin by opposing this bill.”

The Joint Finance Committee adopted

an amendment proposed by co-chairs Sen. Alberta Darling and Sen. Robin Vos, before passing the open-pit mining bill on party lines. While Darling and Vos called their amendment a compromise, Schultz, who holds a key vote in the Senate, disagreed and vowed to oppose the bill.

“I would say the compromise they just offered is no compromise at all,” Schultz told reporters at a press conference preceding the Joint Finance Committee meeting.

At legislative hearings held in West Allis, Hurley, Ashland and Platteville, opponents of the mining bill significantly outnumbered supporters. Even many supporters of a mine testified against the open-pit mining bill at these hearings.

“The people of Wisconsin oppose weakening environmental standards for mining, period,” said Smith. “We applaud Senators Schultz and Jauch for listening to the voice of the people and standing up to out-of-state mining interests trying to use bully tactics to rewrite our laws.” — from Clean Wisconsin

Nell Lee and Larry Ford, zoning committee members (photo at right), listen closely as the Hlava brothers, along with their attorney, Ryan Benson (photo at left) explain why their property needs to be rezoned. - Photos by Jessica Beecroft book. The two brothers decided that they would go ahead and purchase a property of their own and rent it out to help pay for the property. The intention was always to rent it out, according to the Hlavas. They had hired an attorney prior to purchasing the property and were told that it shouldn’t be a problem.

In fact, George and Richard both stated they had contacted the zoning administrator, Web McComber, prior to starting the rental and were not told they could not rent out the property.

“I feel bad that it has caused so many hard feelings amongst the neighbors.”

Richard stated. “We just want to be able to afford to enjoy the lake we grew up with.” According to the Hlava brothers, they spend about 18 weeks out of the year at the property and use it as their vacation property. “We hope to one day retire there,” Richard said.

According to the current ordinance, the short-term rentals of residentialzoned homes is illegal. However, now

the Hlava brothers were given the approval from the zoning committee to rezone to commercial.

Currently, there are over 60 vacation rentals in Washburn County.

Why does this vacation rental get so much attention? First, the property is owned by people who do not live at the property site and are just renting it out during summer months to help pay taxes. It was purchased exclusively as a vacation rental property that is available to rent for 365 days out of the year. It also is available to rent for as little as three days at a time. This unit is defined as a resort, according to the definition in the zoning rules and regulations. This property was undergoing remodeling to accommodate even more families at the same time.

Cautions county Reuben Johnson, owner of Northwoods Compass, previously spoke about how his company represents 11 people in

Washburn County who rent out their homes during summer months.

“I believe that this situation is becoming a unique situation. I would caution the group not to act on legislation that kind of affects everybody.”

Johnson explained how several owners rent out their property to be able to pay their high taxes.

“If the neighbors know who to contact if the renters are being unruly, the owners have the right to evict the tenants immediately to remedy the situation.”

Johnson explained how most people will not go into vacation rentals as a source of income in this area because the vacation season is only three months. Most vacation home owners reside in the homes the rest of the year.

The property on Little Bear Road was previously thought to be intended for use as a year-round resort.

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Saddened to see the same old battle regarding the deputy position

I would just like to say how very disappointed and saddened I am to see that the same old battle is being fought over filling the open deputy position due to the loss of my husband.

As most of you know, Jerry spent many, many hours talking with all of the county board members and Sheriff Dryden trying to solve this struggle. There were many nights that Jerry worked

where he was alone. No officer should be put in that position, and to be put in that position because of politics, games and egos is shameful and irresponsible.

The loss of Jerry has been the most difficult thing I have ever had to deal with, and to see the battle over filling his shift is like a slap to the face. The Washburn County Sheriff’s Department lost a great friend, deputy and co-worker, and it is

unfair to them to have to deal with the added stress on top of their loss.

I extend gratitude to Mayor Cuskey for his support. He is correct that leaving this position vacant is going to put the other officers and public at risk.

I do not understand how anyone can take a position away from a department that was already understaffed. Especially a position that was permanent and bud-

geted. I personally do not believe that this is a budget issue. I believe it is a budget managing, priority and political issue. I believe it is a power struggle between some people, and unfortunately it is the officers and public that get the raw end of the deal.

Officer McAllister was my brother-inlaw, and his loss was very tragic to both friends and family.

Now, his position needs to be filled, and instead of ensuring the safety of Washburn County, the county board members are “confused” as to the rules of order for hiring another deputy. Is this a joke of some kind? How long have these people been on the board? It is clear to me that the board members are more interested in rules of order than maintaining the safety of the public and the current officers on duty.

By reading the article published on Feb. 29, it is clear to me that this is bureaucracy at its worst. Here the county has lost a loved and valued member of the police force, and all the board members can do is wonder about the proper rules of order? Perhaps Washburn County residents need to think about replacing board members who do not know what the proper rules of order are.

Shouldn’t they know that by now? It almost begs one to wonder what other decisions they have made that didn’t follow the proper rules of order?

In addition, to consider eliminating the deputy liaison is unbelievable. Not only has the county lost a valuable member of the police force, now the board wants to consider taking away a vital link for the children of the county. The board should be ashamed of the way they have “enacted” to ensure the safety of Washburn County citizens. Especially when it comes to filling a deputy position that is already approved and budgeted for.

Every act of crime is laid on their shoulders for their failure to act.

If I were a voting citizen of Washburn

County, I certainly would hold them accountable for that. Now that they have officially tabled the decision to fill the deputy position, I wonder how long people will have to wait before the board gets their act together and figures out what the proper rules of order are?

Washburn County citizens, make note of the next election date.

The Wisconsin DOT, Superior Office, is in the process of redesigning Hwy. 63 through the city of Shell Lake. Construction is scheduled for the summer of 2015.

The project will result in significant functional and aesthetic improvements to the city.

The city has signed an agreement with WisDOT to participate in the development of this project both financially and by providing input and support to the planning process. The mayor has appointed an ad hoc committee, for which I am chairman, to facilitate the city’s role in the project. Early on in this process, the city approached representatives of Xcel Energy with concerns about the future of streetlighting. The existing lighting system along Hwy. 63 is owned and maintained by Xcel. The city pays Xcel for electricity and maintenance services under a contract that dates back to 1983.

The city was assured that Xcel, as per our contract, would relocate the existing lighting system within the parameters of the new highway design at no cost to the city. Our committee would have preferred to take advantage of WisDOT’s offer to provide a new lighting system

with a 50-percent cost sharing, however, in a climate of fiscal austerity the city determined that we could not afford a new system even at half the cost, particularly since there was a zero-cost option; so the Xcel offer was welcomed and we proceeded to focus on other issues.

More recently we have learned that Xcel’s offer to move the existing lighting system was fraught with catch 22s. Most significantly, the existing system cannot be relocated without a permit which requires that the lighting meet specific safety standards, which (we find) the current system does not come close to meeting. Even though these requirements have been in force for several years, Xcel claimed to have been unaware of them, and further, their operating procedures do not allow them to fund the required safety upgrades to their lights. Consequently, if the lights are to be integrated into the new plan, they must meet current safety standards, funding, of which according to Xcel is the city’s problem.

So we are faced with three alternative courses: 1) Choose to have no street lighting. 2) Pay Xcel for the cost of the

safety upgrades to their system so that they can get a permit. 3) Choose to fund a new lighting system.

The first alternative, which even though permissible, is unacceptable to the city. The second option carries unknown costs, as Xcel can’t tell us what the costs would be, so the city would have to hire a lighting engineer to prepare a design to estimate the cost … yet another catch 22 and, based on comments of Xcel representatives, the end product would likely continue to be an eyesore and detriment to the city which is dependent on tourist trade to a large extent. The third option carries an estimated cost of $300,000. WisDOT would pay for the design, and the city would be responsible for one half the construction cost or $150,000, which is a lot of money, money that was not budgeted for thanks to Xcel’s earlier assurances.

Faced with these options, we approached Xcel with the notion that they could perhaps participate in the local share should we choose to go with an allnew and expanded system, which they would ultimately realize a profit from because the city has no choice but to buy

service from them. The answer was unfortunately no; they would not even contribute to the extent of the net savings that they would realize by not having to move the existing lights that they had previously agreed to move at their expense.

At our most recent meeting, the Xcel representative spent a lot of energy in blaming WisDOT for the city’s untenable position on the streetlighting issue. He even suggested that the WisDOT offer to fund 50 percent of a new system was somehow disingenuous because “the city of Washburn was able to design and build lighting on Hwy. 13 for less than it would have cost if they had taken advantage of the WisDOT subsidy.”

I personally believe that this is an unlikely representation of the facts. My experience is that all of our dealings with the WisDOT office in Superior have been excellent. The project manager has been forthright, cooperative and competent throughout. This in contrast to our experience with Xcel Energy.

The major issue regarding the current mining bill stems from the Gogebic Taconite proposal for the Penokee mine in northern Wisconsin. The proposed bill before the Assembly would rewrite current mining laws. Those laws deal with regulations governing groundwater, surface waters and management of soil and hazardous waste. The Assembly bill essentially allows for noncompliance with existing environmental protections.

So what are we getting if the Senate passes the modified Assembly bill? An initial hiring of about 600-700 workers who may or may not come from Wiscon-

sin, and a $1.5 billion project which will build an open pit mine along a ridge in Iron and Ashland counties four miles long and 1,000 feet deep. Picture what you see now and visualize what this mine will do to that picture. Then imagine not being able to breathe the air, drink the water, harvest the wetlands or see the wildlife. I’m shocked that there is a debate and not outrage at the mere thought of such a prospect.

Recently, there have been a number of letters to the editor claiming a constitutional mandate, or veiled acclimation there of, that America is a Christian country and must be maintained.

The First Amendment, to the contrary speaks “no law respecting an establishment of religion.” To many individuals this means exactly what it says, keep your religion out of my politics, and we’ll keep politics out of your religion.

The key point is, religion is personal spirituality, unless you want others to shove their god or versions thereof down your throat, please refrain from shoving yours

down theirs.

There is no inalienable right guaranteed by the Constitution other than your right to practice your religion as an individual and association there of with in the guidelines of existing law. There may be a majority of Christians in this country, but that does not make this a Christian country, it remains a country of freedom of as well as freedom from, religion.

This is bureaucracy at its worst

Vicki McAllister Stone Lake

Lori Wilson Menomonee Falls

Xcel disappoints city with position on Hwy. 63 lighting

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Bill could restrict frac sand mining moratoria

by Rich Kremer Wisconsin Public Radio MADISON – A bill limiting local governments ability to enact moratoriums for things like frac sand mining is raising eyebrows in western Wisconsin.

In western Wisconsin, moratoriums have been passed to halt the expansion of frac sand mining operations until local officials can study possible health and environmental effects. But a bill introduced in the state Senate looks to change how local governments pass future moratoriums. It sets a number of restrictions and conditions to be met before a moratorium can pass. One example is municipalities must get a written report from a certified engineer or health professional to prove that a moratorium is needed to address public infrastructure or safety concerns. Rep. Jim Steinecke, Kaukauna, co-sponsored the bill. He says it’s about creating standard practice and making it harder to pass unneeded moratoriums, “I don’t believe

municipalities should be able to come in and enact moratoriums that inhibit the ability of private property owners to develop their property the way they see fit as long as there’s not significant health or public safety reasons for doing so.”

But Eau Claire County Board Supervisor Will Fantle doesn’t like the restrictions. Eau Claire County recently passed a six-month moratorium after a number of frac sand mining companies began prospecting there. He says these moratoriums are not frivolous, “This is a necessary element for us, certainly in Eau Claire County, allowing us to get our house in order and look at the best way we can protect our land, water and citizens, and ensure that any mining that takes place is done with the county’s interest in mind.”

A similar bill restricting moratoriums was introduced in the Minnesota State Legislature just days before the Wisconsin bill.

Greg Kittelsen, chairman Shell Lake Hwy. 63 Planning Committee

I’m shocked

Lee Balek Couderay

Please refrain

Dennis L. Wagner Shell Lake and Minneapolis, Minn.

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Walker is on the right path to achieve fiscal responsibility

Gov. Walker was asked this question by a teacher, “Some teachers in my building have said that they heard you had plans to ‘steal’ money already deposited in the teacher retirement system. They think that teachers could no longer count on these retirement funds already in their accounts to be available to them.

Will teachers really lose money already in their retirement accounts?”

Walker’s response was “No. I will veto any proposal that attempts to reduce pension benefits already accrued by public employees, including teachers. In fact, modifying earned retirement benefits would likely be a violation of state law.

Additionally, I am currently not planning to make any changes to the Wiscon-

sin Retirement System.

“These rumors started because WEAC, AFSCME and other public sector unions sent communications to their members indicating that I have plans to abolish or completely overhaul the WRS. These claims are 100-percent false.

“It’s unfortunate that the very unions who are supposed to be looking out for public employees are misleading their membership for the personal gain of a few union bosses. Ultimately the unions political tactic of spreading misinformation does a disservice to all public employees. I am hopeful that by spreading the truth we can avoid any unnecessary early retirements that could result from the dissemination of inaccurate informa-

tion.

“The basis of the unions false claim lies in the fact that I originally brought up the idea of studying the WRS and comparing it to retirement systems in other states earlier last year. However, I did not include this proposal in my version of the biennial state budget. It became law after the Legislature inserted a provision into the budget that required the Wisconsin Department of Employee Trust Funds to study pension options.

“The goal of the study is to determine how the WRS can remain stable and avoid the massive shortfalls facing other states. ETF put out a detailed summary of the study, which can be accessed at etf.wi.gov/news/ht-wrs-study12092011.

pdf.

“You can also read about the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel’s fact check on this issue at www.politifact.com/wisconsin/state ments/2012/feb/27/chain-email.

“The results of the ETF study will help us ensure that the WRS can continue to be one of the best publicly funded pension systems in the world.”

Teachers and taxpayers should be treated fairly, and, after doing my own research, it is my opinion that Walker is on the right path to achieve fiscal responsibility for both.

CUMBERLAND — The time has come to replace the boiler system at Cumberland High School, and the board of education approved the purchase of a $130,000 upgrade, which will be installed this spring. The estimated energy savings of the new system should have a payback of five to six years on the cost of the boiler. — from the Cumberland Advocate ••• RICE LAKE — At approximately 11:18 p.m., Friday, Feb. 24, the Rice Lake Police Department was dispatched to a report of a commercial burglary alarm at the JCPenney store in the Rice Lake Cedar Mall. Upon arrival, officers observed broken glass in the two east entry doors. Following the interior search of the building, several broken jewelry cases were found. JCPenney employees report that approximately $3,500 in jewelry was taken. A final loss and damage amount is pending. — from the Cumberland Advocate ••• RICE LAKE — Results from a drinking water study haven’t convinced Rice Lake officials that it’s time to start chlorinating the water. “I’m not required to do it, and I don’t plan on it until I’m required to do it,” said Rice Lake Utilities water manager Wally Thom. Rice Lake remains one of 60 state locations that doesn’t treat its drinking water with chlo-

rine or ultraviolet light. The utility has about 3,000 customers and 60 miles of water mains. — from the Rice Lake Chronotype ••• RICE LAKE — Rice Lake police were dispatched shortly before 1 p.m. Monday, Feb. 27, to the Burger King Restaurant where a reported child custody dispute was in progress. While responding to the call, officers where advised that the 30-year-old mother, who lives in Dubuque, Iowa, had fled with her 3-yearold child, in violation of a court order granting the father temporary sole custody. The mother and her 59-year-old male companion, who was operating the vehicle, started to drive out of the parking lot, and the father was struck by their vehicle as they fled the scene. An areawide alert was issued by the Rice Lake Police Department, and the Wisconsin State Patrol stopped the couple at the intersection of Hwy. 53 and Prairie River

Drive in Eau Claire County. The mother and her companion were being held on charges of second-degree recklessly endangering safety and interference with custody by a parent. — from the Rice Lake Chronotype ••• WEBSTER — A 40-year-old rural Webster woman is facing a charge of attempted first-degree intentional homicide after allegedly shooting her boyfriend in the face. Aame Vennes was charged in Burnett County Circuit Court.

According to a police report, Vennes admitted shooting James Yarosis with a .22caliber pistol at close range at her home on Sunday, Feb. 19. The bullet struck him his mouth, blasting out teeth and causing a wound to his mouth and face. Yarosis told authorities that he and Vennes had gotten into an argument on the way home from a party, and when they were home, Vennes began to hit him. He said at one point he said to Vennes, “Go

ahead and shoot me.” She did, using Yarosis’s gun, according to the complaint.

— from the Inter-County Leader ••• FREDERIC — The Frederic School Board made a number of staff cuts at a special meeting held Wednesday, Feb. 22. Four teachers will not be back next school year, and the teaching hours have been reduced for two more. The cuts were made as a response to budget needs and declining enrollment. In addition, all district employees will have a reduction in benefits. Positions eliminated are a full-time special education position, a counselor, U.S. history instructor and an English instructor. Reduction in hours will affect the band instructor and a mathematics instructor. All employees will now pay half of their retirement program contribution. In the past, the district has paid all of that benefit. — from the Inter-County Leader

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Shell Lake added the district championship to their fine season by downing Weyerhaeuser 64-60.

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• Shell Lake basketball player Mitch Stovring was named to the Lakeland allconference team. Ryan and Wayne Rydberg were named on the honorable mention list. Stovring was a junior while both Rydbergs were seniors.

Shell Lake Lions Calendar Winners

February 27 - $30 Trudy Delawyer, Shell Lake February 28 - $30 Peter Rothers, Sarona February 29 - $30 Jill Schlapper, Spooner March 1 - $30 Thomas Ferris, Shell Lake March 2 - $30 Cheryl Hotchkiss, Shell Lake

The Kitchen Mercantile

Winners also announced on WJMC FM Radio

Temps & levels

Temperatures recorded at Spooner Ag Research Station 2011 Feb. 27 Feb. 28 March 1 March 2 March 3 March 4

2012 Feb. 27 Feb. 28 Feb. 29 March 1 March 2 March 3 March 4

High 6 25 27 38 19 26

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Area news

Register Memories

• Two Washburn County boys received state awards for their metal roofing project work. Five dollars in savings stamps and a pencil were awarded to Marvin Schaefer of the Excella Club and Jack Brown of the South Dewey Club for a job well done with metal roofing.

Brown was also awarded a desk lamp for a fine record in an electricity project.

• Howard Pearson fell while working near the Shell Oil bulk plant and suffered a broken left wrist. Ed “Stretch” Nelson was helping Pearson with his work as driver of the oil truck.

• Attending the 50th anniversary of the Eastern Star Lodge at Spooner were Mrs. Oran Plahn, Mrs. C.A. Aarasmith, Mrs. Walter Hoar, Mrs. J. W. Blume, Mrs. Marshall Poquette, Mr. and Mrs. Meldon Sjostedt, Mrs. C.E. Rylander, Mrs. Amelia Rylander and Mrs. W.O. Davies.

• Shell Lake was a deserted village as practically all of the schoolchildren and most of the townspeople were in St. Croix Falls to watch the Shell Lake versus Milltown elimination basketball game. They were not disappointed as the Lakers came out on top 38 to 35.

1962 - 50 years ago

• James A. Flottum, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ollie Flottum, Shell Lake, and husband of Lynette Johnson Flottum, Shell Lake, was a cook with Co. E 724th Engineer Battalion 32 Division, National Guard, Fort Lewis, Wash.

• Cyril’s Market, Dahlstrom’s Cloverfarm Store and Shipman Barber and Beauty Shop would be closed Friday evening because of the sectional basketball tournament.

• P.E. Clanton, Allen Gasoline and Oil Company Inc., Shell Lake, was elected a director of the Wisconsin Petroleum Association at its annual convention in Milwaukee.

• It would be the Lakers first trip to sectionals in 10 years and marked their fourth appearance since the war when

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1972 - 40 years ago

• Nan Rounce, Shirley Anderson, Betty Malinowski and Marilyn Mercier were planning the decorations for the fourth-annual hospital ball. With the Orient so much in the public eye, they selected Ching Ming Ball as the theme.

• Five members of the Peaceful River 4-H Club participated in the poster art program sponsored by Coats and Clarks Inc. Participating were Cheryl, Ray and Red Augustyniak, Robert LeMoine and Steve Johnson.

• Bob Pederson arrived home from camp in Alabama and would finished his military duty in the National Guards.

• Participating in subdistrict forensics were Sherri Schaefer, Jan Swanson, Tina Lake, Steve Harr, Scott Ripley, Craig Smith, Kim Moore, Donna Bell, Clarice Hopke and Mary Ann Lindstrom.

1982 - 30 years ago

• John and Jeanne Ellis, unsuccessful candidates in the Shell Lake School District primary election, lost their bid in circuit court to force the school to administer a scholastic achievement test to seniors. The Ellises planned to be write-in candidates for the general election for the school board. They also said they favored making each home a branch classroom and for parents to teach their children from home as they were.

• Second-grader Garry Crosby, son of Mr. and Mrs. Garry Crosby, and fifthgrader Matt Dryden, son of Mr. and Mrs. Terry Dryden, were Citizens of the Week at Shell Lake Elementary School.

• Shell Lake Lioness Club members were selling tickets for the second-annual Old Mother Hubbard fundraiser.

Proceeds would be used to finance community projects. Prizes included $100 worth of groceries, $25 in a case and miscellaneous items. Prizes were awarded during the Indianhead Hospital Auxil-

1992 - 20 years ago

• Shell Lake’s first sno-rodeo and radar run drew a large number of participants.

• Shell Lake wrestlers Ty Hopke, in the 125-pound class, placed second, and Matt Prochnow, in the 275-pound class, placed third at the state wrestling tournament in Madison.

• Avis Nordin was home recuperating from a shoulder surgery at the Shell Lake Hospital.

• Donn and Mary Lee Dinnies met up with their son, Jonn, and daughter, Jane Byrd, and husband Steve, and grandsons, Eric and Michael, and daughter, Dianne, at Luck and enjoyed the tour of the new Luck Medical Center and facilities which Jonn would be working in.

2002 - 10 years ago

• The annual inspection completed at the Washburn County Jail showed that overcrowding continued to be a problem.

• Youth from Shell Lake United Methodist Church helped raise awareness and money to fight hunger overseas by going without food for 30 hours. Participating were Josh Hill, Tyler Bassett, Bryant Fox, Amanda Burton, Dylan Hubin, Dale Marker, Brandon Hubin, John Cusick, Krista Hansen, chaperone Tom Fox and Pastor Chuck Wendt.

• Shell Lake High School freshman John Berlin, at 189 pounds, wrestled in the state tournament. He ended his season with a 30-7 record.

• Third- and fourth-grade Shell Lake Olympic medal winners were Brianna Stellrecht, Stephanie Clark, Leah Keefe, Mackenzie Curtis, Alec Hopke and Thomas Helstern.

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Virtual programming expands options for Spooner students

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or a parent will find an alternative curriculum that meets different standards. Kunkel said, “We don’t have any problem working with families to find the right curriculum and using that instead.”

Students tend to take virtual programming for a variety of reasons. According to Kunkel, at the high school level, students are generally looking for classes not offered at the high school or they need some flexibility in scheduling. Virtual programming allows traditional schools a wider range of course offerings. Spooner students have taken advantage of courses such as Mandarin Chinese, Latin and a wide variety of advanced placement courses. Students have also found that, if their course schedule has conflicts and they would like to take two courses that are offered at the same time, they can take one of the courses via virtual programming so they can continue to advance their studies. Kunkel also noted that students take virtual programming for other reasons including circumstances that don’t allow them to take classes in the building such as health issues, family issues, discipline issues or lengthy absences.

At the elementary and middle school levels, Kunkel said that most families involved in virtual programming wanted to be more involved with their child’s education.

They may know their child’s abilities and want to work with them more in some areas. Sometimes social maturity issues come into play, and sometimes students or parents are simply looking for a different course of study. Virtual programming offers advanced and remedial courses of study in some areas, Kunkel noted. Sometimes families will want to take advantage of specific classes in school such as physical education or music, but would prefer to work with their child at home on other subjects. That option is available for virtual programming students, too.

When asked if online courses are harder or easier than traditional courses, Kunkel responded that online is difficult for many students. One reason may be that everything doesn’t occur in real time. Feedback from the online

Musicians invited to audition for Intermezzo Music Club awards

ADOPTABLE PETS OF THE WEEK The month of March is special, do you think you may know why, It features a small pet that’s very cute, but sometimes shy.

It has four toes in front, but in the back there’s only three, This pet sounds pretty interesting I’d say, if you ask me.

It makes some funny noises and likes vegetables for treats, And I’d say almost always, they like everyone they meet.

These pets don’t have a tail and they need vitamin C, They’re proper name is Cavy, why they’re called that don’t ask me.

The name that you will recognize is how we know them best, A guinea pig, that’s what she is, I thought you’d never guess!

The month of March is Adopt a Rescued Guinea Pig Month. Look on Petfinder.com to learn all about this interesting little animal.

Cats for adoption: 2-year-old neutered orange/white shorthair; 6-year-old spayed/declawed orange/white shorthair; 3-month-old gray/white male shorthair; 5-month-old black/white male shorthair; 6-1/2-year-old spayed shorthair tiger; 5year-old spayed all-white shorthair; 1-1/2-year-old neutered orange/white longhair; 1-year-old spayed buff shorthair tabby; 9-year-old spayed/declawed dilute calico Maine coon and a 5-year-old female calico/tiger kitten.

Dogs for adoption: 1-year-old female Lab/American Staffordshire terrier mix; 8-monthold male shepherd/Doberman mix; 4-year-old male beagle; 6-year-old male rott/Lab/husky mix and a 1-1/2-year-old male shepherd/collie mix.

Strays include: Adult neutered black shepherd/collie mix wearing a blue collar found on Hwy. 53 in Sarona.

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instructor isn’t always immediate, and things can be lost in the translation between what is meant when something is written and how it is interpreted when it is read.

He did say, however, that online classes can attend to a variety of learning styles because of the rich use of audio and visual stimuli in most of the online classes. Some students find it easier because it allows them to work at their own pace and work toward areas of interest.

When students find that they need help, they have multiple options available to them. Kunkel’s major role in the district is as virtual programming LEG. He helps get students set up in courses, arranges for technology needs, monitors student progress, helps students stay on task, and, along with the school district’s technology department, can even help with many of the technical problems that students may face. He works with the school guidance counselors to help students and parents set up the proper programming for each child. For Calvert students, the school uses Calvert’s Advisor Teaching Service that allows for 24-hour-a-day access to a Calvert teacher to work with families to help overcome any problems or answer questions. They can also help families adopt a program of study and set time lines based on changing family needs. Students using WVS have courses taught by licensed Wisconsin teachers, and questions are responded to quickly, and feedback on assignments and projects is timely.

Funding for the virtual program comes from the regular school district budget, and all course materials and books are purchased by the district. If a student has technology needs, the virtual program will even provide a laptop computer and other equipment that might be needed for the successful completion of classes. According to Kunkel, at any particular time, there may be as many as 30 students taking advantage of Spooner’s virtual program taking courses ranging from foreign language to advanced math to advanced placement. — from Spooner Area School District

SPOONER — The Spooner area Intermezzo Music Club invites Shell Lake and Spooner musicians in seventh through 11th grades to audition for vocal or instrumental music awards. Each year, the music club looks forward to providing an opportunity for music students in local communities to participate in this program.

The award auditions will be held Sunday, April 22, at St. Frances de Sales Church in Spooner. The junior division for grades seven and eight will be held from 1-2:30 p.m., and the senior division auditions for grades 9, 10 and 11 will be held from 3-4:30 p.m.

Due to the generous community donations received this year, the music club is able to announce the availability of scholarships to the Shell Lake Arts Center. Application forms are available from Shell Lake and Spooner school music teachers, private music teachers and from club member Faith Tasker, 715-416-1474.

Applications are due by Thursday, April 5. These awards are given to encourage students in their study of music. Proceeds from the Intermezzo annual Advent Concert and community donations are used to fund these awards. The community is welcome to attend the auditions. — from Intermezzo Music Club

E-books versus paperbacks and hardcovers

N

ook and Kindle are two of the names one hears when searching for an e-book reader. Then questions arise, do I want black-and-white e-ink reader, 7inch color LCD media tablet or a full-size color tablet like the iPad? What is better, a Kindle Fire or the Nook Tablet? Actually, I am not considering purchasing either or should I say at least not at this time.

I am not one that jumps into using the latest technology. I wonder if I would have been one of the skeptics when television was first introduced? Would I have thought it was just a passing phase? I am from the generation that grew up with black-and-white TV that had three major networks and a PBS channel. TV went off the air between midnight and 2 a.m., ending the day with the national anthem, followed by a test pattern while still transmitting, before going off. TV programming would return around 6 a.m. An antenna or rabbit ears picked up the reception.

Today, our TV programming is multiple channels available 24 hours, coming to us in full color via satellite, cable and the Internet.

The back of a 1998 Reader’s Digest Condensed Book cover used the title Here to Stay

to describe one of our oldest friends, the book. The information stated that first the radio and then television threatened to render the book passé — no longer fashionable. Even with all the technologies we have today, the book is still going strong. The printed word is listed as one of the all-time great inventions of mankind, right up there with electricity, the wheel and ice cream.

MIT professor Joseph M. Jacobson is credited with designing the e-book, a book-size computer with screens instead of pages.

The editors of Reader’s Digest went on to write the following, “Books are easy to use; they don’t run out of batteries; they don’t crash in electrical storms; they automatically let you know how much you’ve read and how much you have to go; they travel anywhere.

Hopelessly outdated technology? Not by a long shot. The book remains at the top of the heap, the one to beat.”

If you have taken the plunge and are now using an e-book reader, the Shell Lake Public Library uses OverDrive software to download books. Find the link on their Web site at www.shelllakelibrary.org.

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SPOONER — The Spooner Area School District has offered virtual programming for students of all grades for the past seven years. Despite being one of the first school districts in this area to fully accept the benefits virtual programming has to offer students, the program continues to grow, change and adjust to meet student needs.

Virtual programming started in Spooner in 2005 as a way to offer students and families more educational options. The Spooner Board of Education embraced the concept and authorized the district to hire a virtual programming local education guide. The duties of the LEG have grown and changed over the past seven years, but the basic idea is that the LEG works with students to help them find the right program for their needs. According to Kurt Kunkel, the Spooner LEG, the program is very flexible. Kunkel said, “We have students who take one or two virtual courses in our lab, we have some who take most of their courses at home but come to school for selected classes, and we have some students who work entirely at home or in some other venue. We have served families who are out of the district or out of the country and those that live down the street. The goal is to find the best program for our students.”

Much of the programming that the Spooner Virtual Program uses comes from two major vendors – Calvert for grades K-6 and Wisconsin Virtual School for grades 9-12. Students in seventh and eighth grades have used either vendor, depending on their needs. Calvert tends to offer a more traditional curricular approach, and parents are very involved in the education of their children. Wisconsin Virtual School courses are almost entirely online, and students interact with certified teachers from WVS. The school district is also open to working with other vendors, depending on the need of the child. Sometimes students want courses that aren’t offered through WVS

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New Ventures gardening seminar to be held in Minong

MINONG — Required registrations with name, phone number and address, are being taken for the 12thannual New Ventures gardening seminar, which will inspire gardeners, and be a thought-provoker, on Saturday, March 17, at Northwood School, Minong. The seminar will be held from 9:15 a.m.-3:15 p.m., with registration and vendor sales beginning at 8:30 a.m. Registration by at least a week in advance is appreciated so enough food and handouts are available.

The event is hosted by Spooner Garden Club, North Country Master Gardeners and Northwood Community Ed. Gardeners will be able to welcome spring with a day of camaraderie, shopping with garden-related vendors, food and four interesting, informative sessions: Decoding Gardening Advice by Meleah Maynard.

Gardeners hear a lot of advice from all kinds of sources, but even the pros can be wrong. Frustrated by how confusing that must be for gardeners at all levels, Master Gardener Meleah Maynard and University of Minnesota Horticulture Professor Jeff Gillman, author of several books, including “The Truth about Garden Remedies,” and “The Truth about Organic Gardening,” researched some of the most common recommendations. He turned their findings into the book “Decoding Gardening Advice: The Science Behind the 100 Most Common Recommendations,” which was published in December. Does overhead watering really contribute to more plant diseases? Can urine be used as fertilizer?

Should trees be staked? You’ll find out those answers and more.

Ten Mistakes Even Experienced Gardeners Make and How to Avoid Them by Meleah Maynard. Gardeners always make mistakes as they learn. But even experienced gardeners blunder now and again. This presentation is a cheat sheet for gardeners who want to avoid 10 top mistakes and save themselves time, money and a whole lot of back pain. Besides being a book author and knowledgeable gardener, Maynard is a journalist and blogger. Her articles, columns and essays have been published in regional and national publications, and she blogs at www.everydaygardener.com.

Succulent Succulents by Scott Wald. With the possibility of a hot, dry summer ahead, what better plants to consider than the diverse range of succulents, with their fascinating shapes, textures and colors? Learn about their traits, what soil and watering techniques help them thrive, how they can be used in the garden and containers and how to create artistic projects with them. Scott and Sue Wald founded and operate Big Brook Greenhouse and Simply Succulents in Cable and have specialized in succulents since 1985. In 2011, Garden Design magazine recognized Simply Succulents as one of the seven best mail-order sources of succulents. They grow their succulents, so they are all hardy to Zone 3.

“A Chemical Reaction.” The New Ventures Garden Seminar is presenting a different venture this year: a showing of the award-winning, engaging film “A Chemical Reaction,” which was released in 2009 and has been screened at film festivals and other events in the United States, Canada and around the world. Almost 21 years ago, Hudson, Quebec, near Montreal, became the first North American municipality to ban using “cosmetic,” synthetic pesticides on public and private gardens and lawns, except golf courses. The challenge to that law went all the way to the Canadian Supreme Court, where it was upheld. Now 80 percent of Canada and an increasing number of municipalities in the United States have enacted similar bans of over 200 insecticides, herbicides and fungicides, including commonly used ones such as Round-Up. The film has been called “fascinating,” “enlightening,” “inspiring.” It follows the movement from its beginnings when a dermatologist in Hudson began seeing her patients health problems related to pesticide contact, and she persistently lobbied her town board to ban the chemicals. Paul Tukey, a resident of Maine, combined his years as a journalist and then landscaping contractor and speaker to star in and produce the documentary, spurred by a serious illness he developed from the products he applied to lawns. He is the author of “The Organic Lawn Care Manual,” the companion DVD “Making the Organic Lawn Care Transition” that received the 2007 Garden Writers Award for Best Electronic Media, founder of safelawns.org, and host of the HGTV show “People, Places and Plants,” which aired for two years beginning in 2002. He has won numerous awards, including the 2006 Horticultural Communicator of the Year Award from the American Horticultural Society.

As is the tradition at the seminar, 4x6-inch and 8x10 photos of plants, area gardens and visited gardens are welcome and will be displayed during the event. Attendees are invited to send photos with their registration, not e-mailed in, along with the photographer’s name and a description of the photo. The snapshots can be retrieved after the seminar if desired.

More information about the seminar is available from Julie Hustvet, gardenseminar@charter.net, or Northwood Community Ed Director Micki Brisky, 715-466-

4692, Ext. 331, or michela_brisky@northwood. k12.wi.us. Questions about vending can be directed to Hustvet. You can make the check out to Northwood School Community Ed., N14463 Hwy 53, Minong, WI 54859.

Northwood School is four miles north of Minong on Hwy. 53. The New Ventures Garden Seminar is held annually on the third Saturday in March. — from Northwood Community Ed

Walker visit

Protesters greeted Gov. Scott Walker and supporters at the $500 a plate fundraiser that was held Thursday, March 1, at the Northwest Sports Complex in Spooner. Walker was in town to help raise funds for his upcoming recall election. — Photo by Larry Samson

Wisconsin State Patrol Law of the Month:

Wear your safety belt or risk being stopped and ticketed

MADISON — For years, motorists have heard the slogan Click It or Ticket as a warning that they risk being ticketed for ignoring Wisconsin’s mandatory safety belt law, which has been on the books for nearly 25 years.

Despite these countless warnings, however, too many drivers and passengers still ignore the law, and they are getting caught. There were nearly 120,000 convictions for failure to fasten safety belts in 2010, which was second only to speeding for the number of traffic convictions in the state.

“We stringently enforce the safety belt law to motivate people to buckle up every time they drive or ride in a vehicle —not to write more tickets,” said state patrol Captain Jeff Frenette of the Northwest Region. “Tragi-

cally, too many people believe that a violent crash will never happen to them, so they don’t fasten their safety belt. Our message is clear. If you want to avoid the delay, inconvenience and anxiety of being stopped and ticketed by a law enforcement officer, you should always wear your safety belt.”

Drivers also should be aware that they may be ticketed for any unbelted passengers in their vehicles, according to a law enacted in 2006.

“Consistent safety belt use is the most effective protection against being ejected from a vehicle during a crash or thrown around violently inside it and possibly hitting another vehicle occupant with massive force,” Frenette said. “Whether you’re driving down the street or across the state, you need to buckle up, so we can ultimately reduce the number of preventable traffic deaths to zero in Wisconsin.” — from WSP

Wisconsin residents urged to get influenza vaccine Late start to influenza season requires renewed attention to prevention

MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Health Services is encouraging people to get vaccinated against influenza in light of a recent increase in confirmed cases, state officials said. Influenza rates have risen recently in Wisconsin and nationwide.

“While flu season started late this year, it is not too late to be vaccinated,” said Dr. Henry Anderson, state health officer. “Anyone over 6 months old can receive the vaccine and supplies are available.” This is the latest start to the influenza season in 29 years, according

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to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Flu symptoms include fever, body aches, fatigue, headache and sore throat, and appear one to five days after infection. Severe illness can include pneumonia.

Anderson encourages people to take precautions to protect themselves against the spread of influenza; get vaccinated. Wash your hands often with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. Cover coughs and sneezes with your arm or sleeve. Stay home when you are sick. Avoid close contact with others who are sick. Don’t share drinking cups and straws. Clean commonly touched surfaces like doorknobs, refrigerator handles, telephones and faucets.

For more information about influenza go to www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/communicable/influenza/in dex.htm. — submitted

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Events

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.

• The Book Chat book club will meet at 3:30 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, Spooner. Discussing “13 Reasons Why” by Jay Acher. All are welcome.

Thursday, March 15 • Shell Lake PTA meeting, 6:30 p.m., in the 3-12 school library. Baby-sitting will be provided.

Friday & Saturday, March 16 & 17 • “The Beverly Hillbillies,” performed by Shell Lake students, 7 p.m. Friday; 2 and 7 p.m. Saturday, Erika Quam Memorial Theatre. Make your reservations at www.titw.org or 715-468-4387.

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.

Thursday, 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.

Friday, March 23 • He-Man Volleyball Tourney, 5-9 p.m., 3-12 gym, Shell Lake.

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 www.titw.org.

Wednesday, March 28 • Free community supper, 4-6 p.m., St. Alban’s Episcopal Church, Spooner.

Friday & Saturday, March 30 & 31 • “How He Loves” performed at the Shell Lake Full Gospel Church, 7 p.m., Friday; 2 p.m. Saturday.

Saturday, March 31 & Sunday, April 1 • Northwoods Figure Skating Club 23rd-annual Festival on Ice presents Glee-tastic, 2 and 7 p.m., Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday. Northwest Sports Complex, Spooner.

Saturday, March 31 • St. Joseph Catholic youth fifth-annual quilt event, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., St. Joseph School gymnasium, 111 West Marshall St., Rice Lake.

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After receiving several inches of fresh snow, Jeff Powers, Penny Dunn and Matt Richter made a snow cat and snow dog outside the Washburn County Area Humane Society shelter in Spooner on Wednesday, Feb. 29. “With all the wonderful snow we got, it was fun and a great stress reliever,” commented Dunn.

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Shell Lake Alano Club Meetings on CTH B, 2 blocks off Hwy. 63.

All meetings are nonsmoking Sunday 10 a.m.

AA Noon AA Monday 7 p.m.

GA Tuesday Noon AA 7 p.m.

AA Wednesday 1 p.m.

AA NA 7 p.m.

Thursday 1 p.m.

AA 7 p.m.

Al-Anon Friday 2 p.m.

AA 7 p.m.

AA Step Noon AA Saturday 7 p.m.

AA Fourth Saturday of every month, Pin Night with 5:30 p.m. potluck and 7 p.m. meeting.

Volunteer opportunities

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 715635-2252 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.

••• Amber Bednar, RN, Washburn County Health Department, is available at the public health office to provide breastfeeding basics, how-tos and postpartum support. Appointments can be made at 715-635-4400.

Domestic abuse and sexual assault are crimes.

Time-Out provides free, confidential victim support. If you or someone you know is experiencing violence in a relationship, please call 800-924-0556.

The Washburn County Genealogy Research Room, 106-1/2 2nd Ave., Museum Hewitt Building, Shell Lake, is closed for the winter. The room can be opened upon request, weather permitting. Call 715635-7937 or 715-635-6450, for more information.

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April Saturday, April 14 – BR Trekking Relay for Life fundraising event, 4-7 p.m., at the Getaway, Sarona.

LEFT: Digging out from under a foot of snow, the Shell Lake city crew removes the snow from Main Street. The total accumulation of snow for the week of Feb. 27 was 16.5 inches as reported by the Spooner Research Station. — Photo by Larry Samson

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This little cutie is one of Kyna Pearson’s favorite shots.

when you’re at the site that her work covers babies, pets, couples and shots emanating from her glamour sessions. “This year’s Valentine’s Day photos were very

NW Graziers annual conference at Rice Lake

RICE LAKE — The Northwest Wisconsin Graziers Network would like to invite you to attend this year’s annual conference at UW-Barron in Rice Lake that will feature start-up dairying using grazing. This conference should be of interest to all beginning dairy farmers whether grazing or not.

Cheyenne Christianson, a successful organic dairy grazier since 1992 from Chetek in Barron County, will describe the relationship between the soil, the grass and the cow. Alex Crockford, a UW-Extension ag agent and beginning organic dairy grazier from Langlade County, will discuss the economics and potential financial challenges of starting a dairy grazing operation.

Dr. Rhonda Gildersleeve, UW-Extension grazing specialist from southwest Wisconsin, will cover starting and managing a dairy grazing system.

Gildersleeve, who has raised beef and dairy heifers for several years, is now starting her own dairy operation. Dr. David Kammel, UW-Madison ag engineer who grew up on a dairy farm and does farm visits in Wisconsin throughout the year, will

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The conference will be held in the Blue Hills conference room at UW-Barron, Rice Lake, on Wednesday, March 21. Watch for the signs. Registration will start at 9 a.m., allowing attendees to visit with vendors and meet with other beginning dairymen.

Recognition of the 2011 pasture walk hosts and an overview of the year’s accomplishments will begin at 9:30 a.m. The conference will conclude at 3:30 p.m.

Advance registration for the conference is due by Friday, March 16, and includes lunch, snacks and materials. For more information or to register, contact UW ag agents Otto Wiegand or Kevin Schoessow at Spooner 715-635-3506, Tim Jergenson at Barron 715-537-6250 or Lynn Johnson at NW Graziers 715-278-8778. — from UW-Extension

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La Barre owns Ed’s Plumbing in Hayward. La Barre served as the executive officer of Northland Area Builders Association for more than three years. La Barre has served as vice president on the Hayward Community School Board, and served as treasurer. She is active in the Hayward Rotary Club, Hayward Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Festival of Trees. She is a past board member of the Hayward Foundation for Educational Enrichment.

“It is important that the Legislature understands the unique needs of northwestern Wisconsin, and Shirl La Barre is a tireless advocate,” Buchen said.

WMC is the state’s largest business trade association, with 3,500 members. Half of those members have 50 or fewer employees.

“WMC represents small businesses every day at the Capitol,” Buchen said.

“Shirl La Barre will help strengthen that voice.” — submitted

MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce announced Thursday, March 1, that Hayward business owner Shirl La Barre has been appointed to serve on the WMC Small Business Committee.

“Shirl is a strong voice for small businesses in northern Wisconsin and throughout the entire state,” said James A. Buchen, WMC vice president of government relations. “We are honored to have her serve on the small business committee. She has helped educate the business community and the Legislature about the importance of mining in northwestern Wisconsin.”

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Pearson does not believe in overediting her photos, but does like to enhance the shots if needed. “I did an outdoor wedding and unfortunately the day ended up being cloudy. By adding a slight pink haze to the clouds behind the couple, it changed the photo completely.”

She’s also partnering with wedding rental suppliers that provide tablecloths, glassware and custom table centerpieces by having the products in the studio for inspection. Eventually, she’s hoping to expand her service to custom card design, be they wedding invitations, Christmas cards or any sort of invitation, with or without

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by Diane Dryden SHELL LAKE — There’s a new shop opening in Shell Lake at 28 Fifth Ave., and owner Kyna (pronounced Keena) Pearson calls herself the poor guy’s photographer.

A Spooner High School graduate, as is her husband, Cody, Pearson had only film experience under her belt when she was first introduced to the art due to her father’s devotion to shooting moving pictures. He’d send Pearson out with a camera and let her shoot whatever she thought was interesting. She returned with film of the moon and stars, grass or the neighbor’s dog. The two of them would then spend time in the darkroom developing the shots and turning them into home movies. “Even though I spent a large part of my childhood shooting film, I would never have thought that my passion would become photography and I would make a career out of it.”

Sawyer Creek Photography will be holding their grand opening this Friday, March 9, at 6 p.m. If there’s a wedding in your future, you might want to stop in and look at her work. She already has 16 weddings to shoot this summer, but there’s always room for more. She invites you to go on facebook.com/sawyer creek photography to see some of her work. You’ll notice

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A fun day for all ages raises funds for the American Cancer Society

Rachael Jensen is jubilant about her finish in the 5K race. The Shell Lake High School freshman is a member of the Spooner cross-country ski team.

The Ski Out Cancer Cross-Country Ski Race was held Sunday, March 4, at the Red Barn Campground in Shell Lake. All proceeds went to the American Cancer Society. The event had been postponed from an earlier date because of a lack of snow. Snow was not a problem on Sunday. — Photos by Larry Samson LEFT: In the final stretch of the youth 2K race, Emily Kay pulls out to a lead as Noelle and Faith Reinikainen finish behind her in a tie. The three friends attend Rice Lake Elementary School.

Raeleigh Ripplinger of Sarona is only 3 years old and in her first ski race, the McDonald’s Super Sprint.

Elena Smith sprints out of the gate at the start of the 5K middle school/high school race. The ninthgrader from Eau Claire competes in cross-country running and skiing.

LEFT: Sabian Ripplinger could not get enough skiing in. The second-grade home-schooler from Sarona entered four races for the day.

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

Student council seeks volleyball teams, support for military

The He-Man volleyball team from five years ago included back row (L to R): Al Nauertz, Amy Skattebo, Kevin Sipple and Kyle Balts. Middle: Kristy Baldocchi, Krista Malin, Sarah Skinner, Sarah Bradley and Dan Kevan. Front: Pete Hopke. — Photo submitted SHELL LAKE — The Shell Lake High are hard candy, jerky, nuts, sunflower School Student Council is sponsoring a seeds, fruit rollups, granola bars and wet He-Man Volleyball Tournament at the wipes. Any personal care items are aphigh school gym on Friday, March 23. preciated, toothbrushes, toothpaste, deTeams representing the seventh and odorant, etc., but no liquid in bottles, eighth grade, high school classes and glass containers or aerosol cans, and all staff will be competing from 5-9 p.m. The should be the smaller travel size. Also, student council is hoping to have a team, they are unable to send liquid hand sanor teams, from the community to com- itizer. The items most requested are indipete against each other, and the staff vidual packets of powdered drink mixes team as well. such as Crystal Light, to add to water, lip Teams may be co-ed and consist of six balm and cotton swabs. Also Silly String, to nine players. Two nets will be used which is used to help detect landmines. that evening so the fun should continue Please note that these service members moving right along. If you, your friends, are often in remote areas and have to organization or business would like to carry everything on their backs, thus the participate, please contact Deb Brereton need for the individual travel-sized or Patti Naglosky at the high school, 715- packages. Many soldiers have their own 468-7814. They are hoping to have teams laptops and would welcome DVDs. and participants registered by Monday, The basketball boosters will be selling March 19. concessions, and food will be available This event will also kick off the student from 4:30 p.m. throughout the evening. council’s Military Care Package Drive. Also, the yearbook staff will be conductAdmission for spectators and partici- ing a fundraiser, for $1 you may purpants will be $1 or an item, which will be chase a 1-foot length of duct tape, which sent to military personnel serving over- will be used in an attempt to tape a staff seas. Student council is currently work- member to the wall. The lucky volunteer ing with the Northwoods Support Team for this project has yet to be determined. from Spooner, in association with the Mark your calendars for a fun-filled National Adopt-A-Soldier Program, to evening for the entire family. — from coordinate their efforts. Items requested Shell Lake Student Council

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Middle school wrestling Thursday, March 8: Vs. Turtle Lake, Ashland, Bloomer, Rice Lake, 5 p.m.

Monday, March 12: At Bruce High School, with Bruce, Prairie Farm, Phillips, Chequamegon, 5 p.m.

Thursday, March 15: Vs. Northwood, Ashland, Hayward, 5 p.m.

Monday, March 19: At Spooner High School, with Cameron, Phillips, Chequamegon, Northwestern, 5 p.m.

Thursday, March 22: At Northwood with Ashland, Cumberland, 5 p.m.

Tuesday, March 27: At Cameron High School, with Prairie Farm, Turtle Lake, Spooner, Cumberland, Cornell/Gilman, 5 p.m.

Friday, March 30: Conference tournament at Cumberland High School, 5 p.m.

Youth wrestling places second at Northwestern

Shell Lake placed second out of nine teams at the Northwestern Tournament on Saturday, March 3. This is the third time in the last four events the team has earned a top-three or better placement. The team photo includes top row (L to R): Cody Swan, Jack Skluzacek, Jamison Lucas, Daniel Nielsen and Cade Hanson. Middle: Adam Fritz, Eli Fritz, Brady Lehnherr, Carter Lawrence, Koy Hopke, Kale Hopke, TJ Rafalski and Dominick Ricci. Bottom: Taren Farley, Dominic Hopke and Cassie Lawrence. Not pictured but also competing were Levi Beecroft, Christian Monson, Cody McTaggert, Jared Goetsch, TJ Huehn and Tanner Smith. — Photo submitted

MAPLE — Saturday, March 3, 20 Shell Lake youth wrestlers participated in competition at Northwestern. As a team, Shell Lake finished second to North Shore.

Individually taking first place were Jamison Lucas, Dominick Ricci, Taren Farley, Kale Hopke, Koy Hopke and Brady Lehnherr. Second place went to

Cade Hanson, Cassie Lawrence, Dominic Hopke, Jack Skluzacek, Carter Lawrence, Eli Fritz, Tanner Smith and Cody Swan. Placing third were Levi Beecroft, Daniel Nielsen and Cody McTaggart. Placing fourth were Christian Monson, TJ Huehn and Jared Goetsch. — submitted

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Big loss to Frederic

LEFT: Wyatt Carlson with a jump shot just inside the 3-point line. RIGHT: Jesse Sibert uses his height and jumping ability to get this shot off. Shell Lake fell 62-35 in the first game of the playoffs to Frederic on Tuesday, Feb. 28. Frederic went on to win the regional championship and will advance to sectionals.

by Larry Samson SHELL LAKE — The Shell Lake Lakers and Northwood Evergreens met in the final game of the regular season and what a game it was.

Northwood came away with a 46-37 win after a scary start. With the win, Northwood finished the season 10-2 in conference and 17-5 overall. Shell Lake finished the season 5-7 and 10-11 overall.

Northwood will go into the playoffs as the number one seed. Shell Lake is seeded eighth in the region.

Shell Lake faced Drummond in the first round on Tuesday, March 6. The winner of that game will play Northwood on Thursday, March 8, at Northwood.

Shell Lake, playing without two of their starters, went into halftime with a 23-19 lead after they shut down the Evergreens offense, giving up only four points in the second quarter. Shell Lake

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LEFT: BJ Burton with a layup for the basket. He was held to eight points for the game. RIGHT: Adam Hungerbuhler with a jump shot. The sophomore moved up from JV to gain playoff game experience. — Photos by Larry Samson

Girls lose close game to Northwood did not hold onto that thin four-point lead as Northwood returned the favor and shut the Lakers down holding them to four points while running up 16 points.

The Evergreens went into the forth quarter with a comfortable 12-point lead.

Shell Lake narrowed that lead to four points with two minutes left of the game, but the Evergreens forced the Lakers to foul. They were effective at the freethrow line.

Shania Pokorny was the top scorer for Shell Lake with 16 points. Kristin Kraetke followed with 12. Northwood had three players in double digits — Morgan Block with 13, and Mckayla Waggoner and Sara Benson each had 12 points. The game came down to experience. Northwood is an older team while the Lakers are younger. Northwood was a state qualifier in 2010 and made it to the Spooner Sectional last year.

Sophomore Hailey Flach drives the basket against Northwood defender Sarah Benson. Shell Lake was playing without their two starters because of a family commitment, giving the young players the opportunity to step up Thursday, March 1.

Shania Pokorny with a jump shot against the A Northwood defender goes to block this jump Evergreen defenders. shot by Taylor Bauch. Northwood Evergreens came She had 16 points for the away with a 46-39 win over the Lakers in the last game. game of the season on Thursday, March 1.

Jennifer Connell defends against Kaity Harwick. The Lakers played a tough second quarter giving up only four points to the high-scoring Evergreens. — Photos by Larry Samson

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Early-release pizza party

Kealin, Tyler, Issac and Luke at the early-release pizza party held at the Shell Lake Public Library Wednesday, Feb. 16. Students enjoy food and games all sponsored by the Washburn County AODA Committee, Tri-County Dairy and the library. The next early-release pizza party will be this Thursday, March 8. — Photo submitted

Weight limits for Washburn County roads

WASHBURN COUNTY — Washburn County road bans will go on Friday, March 9, at 12:01 a.m.

Notice will be posted on the Washburn County Highway Department Web site at www.co. washburn.wi.us, department listings (Highway), and available by calling the highway department at 715-635-4480.

The following Washburn County roads are posted at: 6-ton maximum for any single-axle, 10ton maximum for any two axles under 8 feet apart.

CTH BB from CTH B to the Sawyer County line; CTH E from Hwy. 63 south and west to CTH M; CTH F from Hwy. 63 west to the North Road; CTH F from Hwy. 53 west to CTH K; CTH F (loop) from CTH K to Hwy. 77; CTH G from Hwy. 77 north to Douglas County line; CTH I from Hwy. 77 to the end; CTH M from Hwy. 70 north to Hwy. 63; CTH M from Stanberry Road north to Hwy. 77; CTH P from CTH B to CTH D; CTH T North from CTH D to end; CTH T South from CTH D to the county line Barron County.

This list is subject to change pending conditions.

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SHELL LAKE — The Shell Lake Arts Center is excited to announce its third-annual Drumset Workshop, taking place March 23-25.

Starting on Friday, March 23, participants in grades 6-12 will attend classes in a wide variety of styles, technique, soloing, reading drum set music, how to pick a drum set/cymbals and more. On Saturday night, the Jason Price Quartet, a professional jazz/jazz-rock fusion band out of the Twin Cities, will perform a special concert for both participants and the public at Theatre in the Woods. Students will perform their final concert on Sunday, March 25.

Each class is offered at different ability levels to accommodate individual needs; whether a student has been playing for several months or several years, there is a place for them at the Drumset Workshop. Professional percussionists Jason Price and Pete Hennig bring their drumming experience to make this a weekend that will not be forgotten.

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Pfc. Michael Johnson graduated Basic Training and AIT in March 2011 from Fort Knox, Ky. He is currently stationed at Fort Carson, Colo., with the 4th Infantry, 4th Brigade, 3/61 Cavalry, Bravo Troop. Johnson recently received the Army Medal of Achievement for distinguishing himself with meritorious service and/or achievement. He is currently on a nine-month deployment to Afghanistan. Johnson is a 2010 graduate of Shell Lake High School. He is the son of Timothy and Cathleen Johnson. — Photo submitted

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Almost all the Presidents Pets

by Mary B. Olsen Most of the politics of today are an endless parade of sound bytes to which many of us pay little attention, especially in an election year. One news item that can galvanize our attention is some report on one of the White House pets. Almost everybody wants to know all the facts. What’s the scoop on Millie’s puppies? How is Buddy getting along with Chelsea’s cat, Socks? How is Barney, that gruff but loveable Scottie, and how well does he get along with Miss Beazley, or is it Mrs. Beazley? How is the first dog, Bo, the Portuguese Water Dog, doing these days? Almost everybody wants to know about almost all of the White House pets.

No one can know more about this craving for information on national pets than someone who has lived in the White House. Margaret Truman, the only child and daughter of President Harry S. Truman, knew about this need for us to know and compiled a book published in 1969, “White House Pets.” It is a fascinating collection of anecdotes, carefully researched and written in her uncomplicated Midwestern style.

Born Mary Margaret Truman, on Feb. 17, 1924, in Independence, Mo., she spent her school years in Missouri and in Washington. She graduated from George Washington University with a Bachelor of Arts in history in 1946. She married Clifton Daniel on April 21, 1956. They had four sons. She was an accomplished singer and a writer all of her life. She wrote eight nonfiction books and a series of 25 mysteries set in and around Washington. Her husband passed away in 2000. Margaret was still writing into her 80s. The last book, “Monument to Murder,” was published in 2011. Margaret died Jan. 29, 2008, in Chicago.

She wrote about her family and the mysteries, but my favorite is the story of the presidents pets. Combined with her research and the historic photographs, it is charming and appealing. We can glimpse the wives and the children in their ordinary lives with their pets. It is a way of learning in a pleasant way, without the politics and formality, about our country’s leaders.

When the country began, there was no official White House in Washington. The nation’s business was located in New York, and then in Philadelphia, and at the president’s home, Mount Vernon.

The White House was begun in 1792, but not completed until 1800. John Adams and his wife, Abigail, moved into a building requiring much more work after they settled in. The city was a small town where folks kept a family cow and everything ran on horsepower. Some of the first pets, actually, were family cows, horses and chickens. There were stables on the grounds, and people were always in charge of the animals, so the president could attend to the needs of his office.

The children and the family were given gifts of animals, dogs, cats, birds and

goats. Often the gift was sent to the zoo, when it was difficult to keep them.

The king of Spain sent George Washington some hunting dogs. Not only dogs, but horses were important to the first president. He rode Nelson and Blueskin during the Revolution. He lived in Virginia, and fox hunting was the sport of the gentry. He was an excellent rider and enjoyed riding to hounds and the social life. He was well-known for his horse-breeding program, and he kept mares and stallions at Mount Vernon.

When the Adams family moved to the president’s residence in D.C., they kept a cow that was out to pasture by day and in the stable at night. Everybody had a family cow, since there was no milkman or delivery at the time. The building was fenced, but sometimes people would see a horse on the grounds and pull hairs out of its tail for souvenirs.

In 1814, the British ransacked and burned the city of Washington, and Dolley Madison, informed of their coming by her husband’s dispatch, loaded a wagon with historical treasures and fled the mansion. Realizing she had forgotten her beloved green parrot, she was distraught. A servant went back and rescued it. The interior of the building was destroyed and the walls were blackened by the fire. It had to be completely restored. The surface was painted white to cover the smoke damage, and after that the home of the president was called the White House.

Some strange pets lived in the building. When Lafayette stayed for a visit in 1824, he kept an alligator that had been given to him in the East Room. It was always a not-so-pleasant surprise when influential people discovered the creature.

President Taft had a cow named Pauline that was well-known to the neighborhood and somehow made the news at times.

President Warren G. Harding had an Airedale named Laddie Boy. He had Dog License No. 1. Laddie Boy was a faithful companion to the president at all times.

He would guard the president, sitting beside him and carefully watching when strangers came to call. The dog would not stay indoors at night, but constantly made the rounds of the guard houses and checked to see if the sentries were there. When their watch changed, he would check out the new soldier to be sure he was the right person. The dog seemed to be obsessed with guarding his master. Then Harding went on a trip, without his dog, to California. He became gravely ill and died in a San Francisco hospital. The dog always waited, listening for the car that would bring his master home. His master did not come home. The funeral was held in Washington, and Laddie Boy followed the casket.

The dog was inconsolable. He was listless and would not eat. They decided to give him to one of the Secret Service men who knew and liked the dog.

I will tell you about the pets of Andrew Jackson, Abraham Lincoln, President Theodore Roosevelt and the more controversial stories of pets at another time.

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Dewey-LaFollette by Karen Mangelsen

Lida Nordquist visited Donna and Gerry Hines Friday evening and stayed overnight.

Saturday visitors of Karen and Hank Mangelsen were Baxter, Celie, Larry, Grace, Hannah and Jake Mangelsen, and Mandy, Patty and Dave Close. Larry, Celie and Baxter stayed overnight. On Sunday, they and Hank and Karen went

to Best Western in Siren for a birthday party for Grace Mangelsen, who had turned 6 on Thursday. A number of other relatives and friends came to the party also.

Ryan Hanna visited Maynard and Ronda Mangelsen over the weekend.

Lida Nordquist had lunch with Marlene Swearingen Sunday.

Yea! We finally have snow. When we woke up Wednesday morning everything was covered. The evergreen trees were bent nearly to the ground with the weight of all the snow. I didn’t hear an official measurement, but the snow was way above my knees when I walked out in the yard. I bet there was at least 20 inches.

We’d like to thank the guys who plow our roads, Richard Hillman and Bo Nerling, for getting us dug out as quickly as they did. There are only two operators, and we have many miles of roads, so I know some people waited a long time, but they really did the best they could under the circumstances. And, our grouchy town chairman went out in his own pickup to help. He’s not really grouchy, he just likes to make people think that. I know that there were a lot of places opened up sooner because Bill was plowing, too.

The members of Barronett Lutheran extend gratitude to Dick Grover and Rick Stetler for all the work they did at the church after the storm. Dick plowed out the parking lot, and Rick shoveled off the steps, sidewalk and ramp. Wednesday evening Lenten service had been canceled, but when the women of the church arrived for their Thursday night meeting they were very glad that the snow was cleared.

The members of Barronett Civic Club have been busy thinking up fun new things to do to pass the time until spring.

This month, on March 16, they are going to host an all-you-can-eat pancake supper at the community center. They will be serving from 5-7 p.m. In addition to pancakes, French toast and sausage will be served. Please plan to join us for a fun family night out. And, they are already planning for the annual garage sale at the end of April. If you need to clean out your attic or garage, or if you are looking for some real bargains, this is the event for you. Sherry Holmes is the one to contact if you would like to rent a booth or if you need any other information. It is certainly a great way to get your spring cleaning done. Sell all those dust collectors to someone who likes to dust. That definitely wouldn’t be me.

The snowmobilers were out in force this

weekend. Must have been one of the first times they have been able to ride this year.

The Lehmann crew, Ryan, Miriah, Beau Olson, Tinille, Chris Demars, Jason Froehlich and Steve Anderson took a ride over to Birchwood on Saturday. Suzy, Alyse and Tru met them at Papa Pete’s for lunch.

On Sunday the crew headed to Hilltop for breakfast. After losing a race to Aaron Lehmann, Ryan is looking forward to a rematch. Hmm. And, although I was not a witness to any of the antics or accidents on the trail, my understanding is that LaDell Anderson might be pretty sore this week.

Shirley Overvig is very proud of her grandson, Drake Vocovich. Drake, who is 17 years old, bowls on a youth league in River Falls. On Saturday morning he called, all excited, to let her know that he bowled a 300! His name will now be posted on the bulletin board at the bowling alley, he will be mentioned in the River Falls newspaper, and last and I hope not least, I am telling you about it. Holy cow. I would have to add about five games together to get one score of 300.

We had some wonderful news from Guam. Our new great-grandchild, Kailayah Marie Mesa Pieper, has finally, after nine months, mind you, arrived. She was born on March 1, weighed 6 pounds 9 ounces, and was 19 inches long.

Mommy (Jasmine) and baby are both doing just fine. Grandpa and grandma (David and Ruth) are proud to the point of bursting, and aunts Jackilyn and Janelle and uncles David and Dexter just couldn’t be happier with the new little one. We are anxiously waiting for pictures of her now.

The friendly neighborhood moocher called to let me know that he has been getting lots of advice about what to do to quell his girlfriend’s suspicions after finding ladies apparel in his jacket pockets. He said that the best advice he has gotten so far is to buy her a jacket. Sounds good to me.

Well, I guess I’d better run. Be sure to mark your calendars for March 16 so you remember to join us for the pancake supper. See you next time.

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Dewey Country

by Pauline Lawrence

Did we get snow? Did we get dumped on? Yes, last Wednesday we got about 13-1/2 inches of snow and it was very heavy and wet. Schools were closed for the day and everything was at a standstill. Son Richy plowed me out with his skid steer and plow and that was really nice of him. Thanks, son.

Well, it looks like we should get to our birthdays and anniversaries now.

Happy birthday to Luke Wilmot, to Marie Hoecherl and to Dick Benzer, all on March 10. Have a great day!

Also March 10, a very happy birthday to my daughter, Penny Ladd, on her special day with lots more to come.

A very happy anniversary to Tom and Mary Biver as they celebrate together on March 10. Many more happy years to you.

March 11, a very happy birthday to Kayla (Albee) Smith and Rachel Kane with lots more to come. Rachel is the granddaughter of Bernard and Sandy Redding.

Happy birthday to Bernard Redding on March 12 with lots more to celebrate.

Happy birthday to Nate Kane on his special day March 14.

Happy birthday to Jeff Vesta on March 15 with lots more.

Well it looks like the Minnesota Vikings will be getting their wishes with a new stadium. It seems kind of funny as they just had a new top put on their stadium last year.

A person feels really bad for all those Midwestern states that had tornadoes. Tornadoes seem to be coming sooner and sooner. I know we had one in Fridley, Minn., and many got hurt badly in May 1965. And there seems to be more tornadoes. On TV they said in 72 hours, 33 tornadoes went through, killing 39 people. I just hope Dewey Country doesn’t have a tornado this spring or anytime.

My little puppy, Rory, is so funny! Yes, he’s been after my house cat and it’s like, scat cat, you better hide. That black cat has Rory on the run too, as he runs around the coffee table chasing the cat and then the cat is hot on his tail. And yes, when it comes to mealtime, Rory sits and growls at this dish when the cat comes near. It’s really a joy to have Rory as he’s so comical.

Well come March 10 and 11 it will be time to set our clocks an hour ahead. Don’t forget or you’ll be late for church.

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Bob Fjelstad was taken to an Eau Claire hospital last week. Bob has COPD and it was found he had pneumonia. At this time he is up walking. Please keep Bob and Kris in your special thoughts and prayers.

We hear the Cumberland theater is closing. In Spooner they will be having a Dollar General store in the area of the Credit Union.

Last weekend Jim and Dave Toll had their annual fishing contest on Minnetonka Lake. Jim and Dave have done this for years. The fishermen and fisherwomen caught a number of northerns with a woman taking the prizes. The DNR would not let the people drive their cars on the lakes so they left the cars on shore and rode out on ATVs. Everything was free including hot turkey sandwiches and chili along with chips. Tammy and Turner Moe also went with the Tolls.

Jim tells us that Eugene Parks of Racine has throat cancer. Please keep Eugene in your special thoughts and prayers.

Talking with Beth Crosby we find her son, Shorty, who had back surgery a while back, is now having physical therapy in Spooner. We hope this does the job Shorty.

Saturday night, Beth and Garry Crosby enjoyed supper with Tom and Sunshine and kids. Sunday evening, Beth and Garry had Shorty and Melissa Crosby and Tyler and Katie Ann over for supper.

The Bernard Reddings have enjoyed the Spooner Senior Center. They took in a birthday party and the gang played Bingo cards and Sandy won. Her prize? A free meal.

Talking with Evelyn Melton she tells us their daughter, Robyn was up for the weekend. Evelyn tells us they had about 14-15 inches of snow.

Marv Knoop tells us they were without electricity on Wednesday evening about 8 p.m. e also tells us he doesn’t see any fishermen on the lake. Fish not biting?

This past week there was a terrible shooting in Ohio. A 17-year-old boy took a gun and shot five students. Three students have now died and two were still in the hospital. What has happened to our country and why does this continue? I’m so glad my kids are through school and it’s behind me.

Monday found Butch and Loretta VanSelus going to their granddaughter Reyna Stone’s musical festival where Reyna played the flute and also sang. Butch said his grandkids are just growing too fast. Butch works in Rice Lake and Wednesday it took him two hours to get to work where it would normally take an hour. Roads were very bad he said.

Congratulations to Oscar and Roxie Nelson who are the proud parents of a pink bundle of joy who arrived at the Amery hospital on Feb. 24. Randi Lee weighed 7 pounds 1 ounce and was 20 inches long. Happy to have a new addition is Harlan, 5, who dotes on the little girl.

May the little gal bring much happiness and joy to all.

Sonny Meister and his girlfriend, Barb, and Sonny’s son, Kevin, came to see Carl and Betty Meister on Sunday.

Gas prices are certainly going up! What’s new?

Scatter sunshine! Have a great week!

Heart Lake news

Monday morning, March 5, was a nice, sunny day. It is really bright with the snow we have. Winter is waning down. Daylight saving time is this next weekend, so turn your clocks ahead.

Our sincere sympathy to the family of Ione Plath, 82, Spooner, who passed Thursday. Our prayers are with you.

Mary and John Marschall returned home on Thursday after spending several days in Cancun. They went along with Karen and Ben Holzem of Spooner. Of course, they had a good time and missed our big snowstorm on Wednesday.

Arvid Pederson returned back to Terraceview after having been hospitalized for several days.

Arvid’s daughter, Gloria, and John Grove of Minneapolis, Minn., are first-time grandparents. Son Michael and wife of Minneapolis are the parents. Congratulations.

Tom Dahlstrom and Dr. Goellner were at Glenview Friday night to entertain us all. It is always good music.

Louise Schade was up from Circle Pines for the weekend. She joined Lillian Ullom, Margaret Jones and Frank Mortensen at Florence Carlson’s for Sunday evening supper.

On Saturday, Sue and Larry Winner of Solon Springs stopped to see Helen V. Pederson at Glenview on the way to Minneapolis to celebrate a birthday.

Sunday afternoon, Charlotte Thompson of Shell Lake stopped to visit a few of her friends at Glenview, Laura Reitzel, Mary Randall and I. We had a nice visit. Come again, Charlotte.

Not much news this week with the big snowstorm we had. I’ll take the snow before all the tornados.

Minds are like parachutes. They only function when opened.

Kipsters host Frostbite Invite

RICE LAKE — The Deutsch’s Gymnastics Training Center in Rice Lake hosted the Frostbite Invite on Saturday, Feb. 25.

Gymnast competing in level 3 was Marah Hanson of Shell Lake. She placed first and earned team points on vault with 9.2; fourth and earned team points with 8.3 on floor; fifth with 7.9 on beam; and fifth all-around with 31.2. She earned 4.5 on bars. Level 3 took first place with 101.8 followed by Northern Twistars with 84.1.

In level 4 competition, for ages 7-8, Noelle Nelson, Shell Lake, earned team points with her first-place score of 8.0 on the bars. She also received a first in all-around with 33.75. She took second on vault, 9.2, and floor with 8.65, which also earned team points. She received fifth on beam with 7.9.

Competing at level 4, ages 10-plus, was Lyndsey Hanson, Spooner. She took second place for vault with 9.15, on the beam with 8.65 also earning team points, and all-around with 33.2. She placed third on floor with 8.0 and fourth on bars with 7.4.

Logan Sprenger, Shell Lake, level 4, ages 10-plus, had a personal best on vault with 9.1, receiving third. She also received third on bars with 7.5 and all-around with 32.3. She took fourth on floor with 7.9 and fifth on beam with 7.8.

Meghan Stone, Shell Lake, competing in level 4, ages 10-plus, received second on floor with 8.05; fourth on beam with 7.85; fifth in all-around and a personal best with 30.5. She received 8.5 on vault and 6.1 on bars.

In level 4 competitions, Deutsch’s took first with 104.2. Northern Twistars received 96.65 and Bay Area 94.85. — from Deutsch’s

Shoeman Water Projects need new local ownership

HAYWARD — The Shoeman Water Projects caught the eye of Pastor Ken Hinrichs, Trinity Lutheran Church, Hayward, and the Sawyer-Washburn County Chapter of Thrivent Financial for Lutherans about 11/2 years ago. Over that short time frame, local communities, churches and the Thrivent board have collected over 5,500 pairs of shoes. Each pair of shoes provides affordable footwear and clean, fresh water to Kenya.

According to the Shoeman.org Web site, the donated shoes are given a second life when the Shoeman sells them to exporters and retailers in the developing countries of Kenya, Haiti and South America. The resale of shoes provides jobs and affordable footwear to these countries. Money from the sale of the shoes is used to purchase well-drilling rigs, water filtration systems and other supplies to bring clean, fresh water to Kenya. To date, the Shoeman Water Project has collected over 1.5 million pairs of shoes resulting in the purchase of four water well-digging rigs and more than 250 wells drilled serving over 200,000 people. Shoes unfit to be sold are used as well, being ground up for roads and walkways.

An amazing project that serves clinics, schools and villages across the globe, the Sawyer-Washburn County Thrivent Chapter would like to see it continue. However, the local contribution to the Shoeman Water Projects will come to an end Nov. 1 unless someone steps up to take over Hinrich’s leadership role. If you are interested in continuing the project or would like more information, please contact Hinrichs at 715-634-4673 or RevKenHi@yahoo.com. — from Thrivent

Upcoming events at Hunt Hill SARONA — Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary in Sarona

will be holding a Beekeeping for Beginners program on Saturday, March 10, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Preregistration is required by Thursday, March 8. Geared toward beginners, Andrew and JoAnna of Honeymoon Honey will cover the following topics: Introduction to bees and beekeeping, equipment, disease and pest management, yearly management and how to produce a honey crop. Participants will leave with the knowledge to begin their own hive.

Hunt Hill will host WDNR wildlife educator Chris Cold and two of his live owls on Saturday, March 10, from 8-9 p.m. for an evening program on Wisconsin owls. Following the program, an optional night hike will be offered to listen and call to the owls. Preregistration is required by Friday, March 9.

Tuesday, March 13, warm yourself with a bowl of soup and enjoy the camaraderie and conversation led

by Hunt Hill staff on a nature topic. Lunch is served from noon to 1 p.m., and guests are welcomed to stay after to play cards or chat. Donations are accepted.

For more information and fees for any of these events, call 715-635-6543, e-mail program@hunthill.org or go online to www.hunthill.org. — from Hunt Hill

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Sarona by Marian Furchtenicht

Fields and lawns were mostly bare until Tuesday night, leap year 2012, when Ma Nature dumped a foot or more of snow on us, finally.

It’s quite something when snowmobiles trails couldn’t open in our area until March 1 due to the lack of snow.

After getting plowed and shoveled out, folks have just been enjoying it. Viv Bergman said she built a couple of snowmen. Sue Krantz got out on her snowshoes. Casey Furchtenicht built a fort and snowmobiles were out. Dan and Heather Ripplinger and children were among the folks skiing at the Red Barn Campground ski race on Sunday. The proceeds from the race went to the American Cancer Society for research.

Dan’s mom came up to baby-sit their baby. Lainey and Chane Hutton were at the Shell Lake School hill sledding. Then there were folks like me that just enjoyed looking out the window at the fresh snow.

Our thoughts and prayers to those poor folks in Indiana, Tennessee and Kentucky, with all those lives lost and destruction from the tornadoes they are having.

Jack and Judy Stodola, Onalaska, spent Saturday and Sunday at his mom’s, Virginia’s. Dave and Kathy from Hudson came up Sunday and stayed through Monday.

Saturday, Marilyn Zimmerman attended a wedding shower for a coworker’s daughter, Kara Radloff, of Turtle Lake, who will be getting married on May 12.

Butch and Evelyn Schaffer met Cumberland friends, Danny and Sharon Johnson, at the American Legion Hall in Almena for Friday night fish fry, reporting is was really good.

Congratulations to Sam and Libby DeTrent who are five-time grandparents.

Barrett Coy was born to Liz and Brian McCarthy. The late Bob and Verna Klaus of West Sarona would be the greats.

Charlotte Shover recently returned from Golden, Colo., after spending time with her mother, Polly Rosenquist. Charlotte was there with her when she passed away at the age of 99 after a full life. She lived her adult life in Columbus, Ohio, and had been living in Colorado with her daughter for the last three years.

Condolences from Sarona folks.

I enjoyed visiting and having root beer floats with my brother, Don, and Shirley Shoquist after bowling on Tuesday.

I went along with Russ, Nancy and Corey Furchtenicht to Roger and Steve Lundeen’s 33rd-annual manure party and golden pie award banquet Wednesday night at the Country Inn in Rice

Lake. As always, it was a good evening, food was luscious and Roger does so well entertaining. Craig Furchtenicht and Sarah Jamme’ also attended.

Friday evening, granddaughter Sara, and Kyle and Mary and John Marschall had supper and an evening of cards with me. Mary brought pictures from their trip to Mexico. They got home on Thursday night. Report a fun trip. Friends Ben and Karen Holzem went also.

It may be a short snowmobile season with predicted temperature in the 50s.

Happy birthday this week to Arlene VanMeter, Ted Visker and Annie Dunham, March 8; Jeff Krugar, Dan Kubista and Joe Hile, March 9; Marie Hoecherl, Clarice Linton, JoAnn Olson, Tonya Milton, Peter Lichner, Dan Olson, Paige Sundeen turns 2, March 10; Joy Walker, Marie King and Gary Weuthich, March 11; Emily Milton and Kenny Konop, March 12; Elaine Thomas, March 13; Roger Furchtenicht, grandson Duane Swanson, Bradley Semm, Carolyn Palvas, Nicholas Studt, Vivian Poquette, Jaci (Pfluger) Reynolds, Michael Reynolds, Becky Meier and Kennedy Glaze, March 14.

Anniversary wishes to Dave and Diane Lee, March 11; and Karl and Sharon Krantz, March 13.

Junior high student council sponsors dance

The Shell Lake Junior High Student Council sponsored a dance for junior high students Saturday, Feb. 25, at the primary school. Junior high student council members (L to R) are: Amanda Brereton, Caitlin Brereton, Sherry Clark, Emma Thomas, Kylie Williams, Caitlyn Rocarek and Marty Anderson. Not pictured: Cassidy Schroeder. Assisting to make the dance successful were chaperons Hank Crawford, Cheryl Anderson, Jan Everson, Danette Hopke and Kristi Spaulding; parents providing food donations; Bosch Packaging, Shell Lake State Bank, and Becky’s by helping provide for the DJ, Entertainment Express from Frederic. — Photo submitted

Red Cedar Symphony competition concert set

RICE LAKE — Red Cedar Symphony Orchestra invites the public to join them for the 2012 Concerto Competition concert titled Spring Pastorale.

Lynn Emmons, the 2012 Concerto Competition winner, will join conductor Josh Aerie of Duluth and the RCSO as she performs Richard Addinsell’s “War-

saw Concerto.” Other pieces to be performed include “Spring Song, Op. 16” by Sibelius and Beethoven’s 6th Symphony in F. Performances are scheduled for Sunday, March 18, at UW-Barron County Fine Arts Theatre at 4 p.m., and at the Barron Area Community Center in Bar-

ron on Saturday, March 24, at 7:30 p.m.

For more information on ticket prices, please visit RCSO’s Web site, redcedarsymphony.org, or contact Mary Updike at desairlake@gmail.com or 715434-5281. — from Red Cedar Symphony

The Meadows Senior Campus expands

SHELL LAKE — In an effort to meet the growing needs and wants of area seniors, TH, Inc., d/b/a Glenview and Meadowview, has just completed construction of another duplex designed especially for seniors. Unlike the five previous duplexes, the new one has added vaulted ceilings, skylights and solar tubes. It has been designed to be very senior friendly and energy efficient according to Gary Davis, TH, Inc. board chair. Davis says, “the design is actually in response to requests to have a larger, more open floor plan that will provide ease of movement and ease of housekeeping. The two-plus-bedroom 1-1/2bath plan provides 1,400 square feet and

the maintenance is provided by Glenview staff.

For those not familiar with The Meadows Senior Campus, it is located in Shell Lake on North Lake Drive, just below the city water tower. Further, TH, Inc., as owner/operator, is a private, nonprofit corporation, dictated by a local volunteer board of directors. TH’s mission of service to area seniors is well-known

throughout the county via Glenview’s Assisted Living for Seniors.

For those interested in learning more about TH, Inc. and its seniors campus, the Web site is www.th-glenview.org. In addition, the new duplex will be featured with an open house, on Sunday, March 11, 2-4 p.m. The public is invited and refreshments will be served. — from The Meadows Senior Campus

MILWAUKEE — Kaylee Thornley, Spooner High School senior, is among 175 graduating high school students selected by the committee for the Herb Kohl Educational Foundation Scholarship and Fellowship program as excellence scholars.

Recipients have demonstrated excellence in the academic arena and high motivation to achieve, have displayed a broad range of activity and leadership outside the academic setting, and have shown strong promise for succeeding in college and beyond. They were selected by a statewide committee composed of civic leaders and representatives of education-related associations and the program’s co-sponsors: The Wisconsin

Newspaper Association Foundation, Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, Wisconsin Council of Religious and Independent Schools, and regional Cooperative Educational Service Agencies.

U.S. Sen. Herb Kohl established the Kohl Foundation Scholarship and Fellowship program in 1990. “Education is the key to the future of Wisconsin and our nation. I am very proud of the accomplishments of these students and teachers, and look forward to the great contributions they will make in the future,” Kohl said.

Kohl will attend a luncheon and present awards to the recipients. — from Herb Kohl Educational Foundation Inc.

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Janice L. Richards

Janice L. Richards, 64, Shell Lake, died Wednesday, Feb. 29, 2012, at Spooner Health System.

She was born July 11, 1947, in Chicago, Ill., to Alexander and Emma (Yurk) Larry. Janice attended WITC for two years and graduated with a marketing degree.

She enjoyed playing Facebook games, watching TV and was an avid Chicago Cubs fan.

Janice was preceded in death by her sister, Mary Lou Anderson.

She is survived by daughters Kristin (Rick) Thomas,

Shell Lake, and Niki (Ted) Ashton, Cold Spring, Minn.; grandchildren Matthew Richards, Emma Thomas, Grace Thomas, Brendan Ashton and Breanne Ashton; great-granddaughter Zoie Richards; sisters Shirley Hagen, Shell Lake, and Marsha (Tom) Sennis, Surprise, Ariz.; her former husband, James Richards, and his daughter, Jamie Richards, Chicago, Ill.; and nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.

Memorial services were held March 5 at Skinner Funeral Home, Shell Lake, with the Rev. Greg Harrell officiating. Burial of cremains was in Shell Lake Cemetery.

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

Blanche Weberg, 102, died Jan. 21, 2012, in Renton, Wash.

Blanche was born on a farm in Grundy Center, Iowa, on June 1, 1909. She was the oldest of five children born to Earl and Ethel Wagoner.

In 1928, Blanche married William Weberg in Shell Lake. They were married for 72-1/2 years before his death in May of 2002.

Blanche taught elementary school in Shell Lake and

Spooner for a total of 27 years.

She and her husband were members of Salem Lutheran Church for approximately 50 years.

She is survived by her son, Merwin; grandsons, Bradley and Brett Weberg, and their wives, Jennifer and Carol; and great-grandson Hunter, all of Washington state.

Burial will be held in the Shell Lake Cemetery next to her husband at a later date.

Iona J. Plath, 83, Spooner, passed away March 1, 2012, at St. Mary’s Hospital, Duluth, Minn.

Iona was born Sept. 9, 1928, to George and Dora Johnson in Ringsted, Iowa, where she was raised and graduated high school. After high school she attended Iowa State Teachers College. On Aug. 24, 1947, she married Reginald Plath in Ringsted, Iowa. Iona worked as an actuarial tech for Mutual of Omaha Insurance from 1962-1972 before relocating to Spooner.

While in Spooner, she co-owned the Second Time Around Upholstery Shop from 1977 to 1989. Iona loved gardening, reading, being involved in her church events, helping to raise funds to support a village in Uganda, Africa, and most of all being with her family

and friends.

Iona is preceded in death by her husband, parents and brother, James Johnson.

She is survived by her daughter, Jeanette (Steven) Reitzel; son Alan (Laurie) Plath; five grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; sister Mildred Anderson; along with many nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

Memorial services were held March 5 at Faith Lutheran Church, Spooner, with Pastor Brent Berkesch officiating. Honorary pallbearers were Brian Reitzel, David Reitzel, Rebecca Odden, Matthew Plath and Nathaniel Plath.

The Taylor Family Funeral Home, Spooner, was entrusted with arrangemtns. Online condolences can be made at www.scalzo-taylor.com.

Blanche Weberg

Iona J. Plath

Senior Lunch Menu

Monday, March 12: French toast with praline sauce, pork sausage links, V8 juice, berry yogurt parfait, milk, coffee.

Tuesday, March 13: Turkey tetrazzini, sliced carrots, garden salad, dressing, snickerdoodle cookie, rustic bread, butter, milk, coffee Wednesday, March 14: Meat loaf, German potato salad, stewed tomatoes, pineapple slices, marble rye and butter, milk, coffee.

Thursday, March 15: Corned beef, boiled cabbage, roasted red potatoes, leprechaun gelatin, chocolate mint bar, Irish soda bread.

Friday, March 16: Vegetable lasagna, green beans, Waldorf salad, ice cream, garlic bread, milk, coffee.

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St. Francis students perform “Into the Woods Junior”

LOWER LEFT: One of the coolest roles is the bad person. Rachel Medley pulled off the singing role of the wicked witch. Adeline Paffel in the background, is the first narrator. UPPER LEFT: Everyone knows the story.

Jack, John Nauertz, is sent into town by his mother, Audrey Blonk, to sell the family cow, Spencer Blonk. The story is one of favorite fairy tales intertwined into one play, “Into the Woods Junior,” performed by the St. Francis Middle School on Thursday, March 1. The young actors performed again on Friday and Saturday. UPPER RIGHT: Red Riding Hood, played by Sophia DelFiacco, sends the wolf packing. Miguel Barrett, the wolf, played several roles in the play.

LOWER RIGHT: Cinderella’s evil stepsister tries on the golden slipper in scene four.

Laura Medley is Cinderella’s stepmother, Elizabeth Kielkucki is the stepsister, Miguel Barrett is Cinderella’s prince, and John Hoellen is Rapunzel’s prince. — Photos by Larry Samson

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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 Darrel Flaming 715-635-2277 www.spoonerbaptist.com Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

Sunday evening service 6 p.m.

Wed. evening service 6:30 p.m.

Catholic

St. Joseph's Catholic

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

Books and Coffee: Tues. 9 a.m.

St. Catherine's Catholic

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

St. Francis de Sales

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

Sunday Mass: 10 a.m.

AREA CHURCHES Episcopal

Faith Lutheran

St. Alban's

(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.;

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

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

Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church

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

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

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

Full Gospel

Lutheran

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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 New hours starting Sunday, March 4, Worship 9 a.m.

Sunday School 10:15 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.

Other

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.

Pastor Gregory Harrell Sunday worship 9 a.m.

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Notices 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 1 p.m., Wednesday, March 14, 2012, by the Washburn County Highway Dept., Office of the Highway Commissioner, 1600 County Highway H, Spooner, WI 54801.

PROPOSAL CONTRACT #11-12M 5,000 gal. emulsion oil storage tank (new) Proposal forms and specifications are on file and available upon request at the Office of the Washburn County Highway Dept., phone 715-635-4480, fax 715-635-4485.

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 Washburn 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 Washburn County Highway Dept.

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NOTICES The Washburn County Zoning Committee will hold a business meeting Tuesday, March 27, 2012, at 3:30 p.m., in the Washburn County Boardroom, Elliott Building, 110 Fourth Avenue West, Shell Lake, Wisconsin.

PUBLIC HEARING CONDITIONAL USE REQUESTS Conditional use requests have been filed with the Washburn County Zoning Office. This public hearing will be held March 27, 2012, immediately following the rezoning requests in the Washburn County Boardroom, Elliott Building, 110 Fourth Avenue West, Shell Lake, Wisconsin.

BASS LAKE Township: Kathi Follet and Robert Lessard, Hayward, Wisconsin.

Map #BL 19B/Record ID #2024 - 35 acres, Part of the E frl 1/4, NE frl 1/4 & BL 30/ Record ID #2075 - 33.23 acres, Part of the NE 1/4 SE 1/4, Sec. 2-40-10, Town of Bass Lake, requesting to have a conditional use permit to open a business - an outdoor movie theater providing the community a safe, fun and wholesome place.

BIRCHWOOD Township: Heartwood Enterprises LLC, St. Paul, Minnesota. BI 1515/Record ID #6389 - .92 acre, Forest Park Lots 4 & 5, Sec. 20-38-10, Town of Birchwood, requesting to have a conditional use permit for rental of house for short-term use.

BIRCHWOOD Township: LQS Properties, LLC, Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota. Map #BI 1728/Record ID #6237 - 1 acre, Belvidere Park, Lot 17, Block 1 & E 16’, Lot 16, Block 1, Section 19-38-10, Town of Birchwood, requesting to have a conditional use permit for rental of house for short-term use.

MADGE Township: David & Shirley Olson, Edina, Minnesota. Map #MA 794/ Record ID #18699 - Part of Lakeview Lot 26 & 27 Exc N 16-1/2 feet, Section 2538-11, Town of Madge, requesting to have a conditional use permit for rental of house for short-term use.

MINONG Township: Novy Vacation Rentals, LLC, Madison, Wisconsin. Map #MI 684A/Record ID #20590 - 1.59 acres, Part of Govt. Lot 7, Section 32-42-12, Town of Minong, requesting to have a conditional use permit for rental of house for short-term use.

MINONG Township: Novy Vacation Rentals, LLC, Madison, Wisconsin. Map #MI 1004B/Record ID #21149 - 4.27 acres, Part of Govt. Lot 6, Section 11-42-13, Town of Minong, 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 715-468-4600, prior to the meeting.

Webster Macomber, Zoning Administrator 555543 29-30r WNAXLP

HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTOR/ PROGRAM DIRECTOR Applications are being accepted from qualified candidates for a Health Information Technology Instructor/Program Director. This position is responsible for developing, implementing and facilitating learning for an assigned instructional program and supervising part-time faculty in assigned program area. The start date for this position will be July 1, 2012. This position can be housed at any WITC Campus location.

Qualifications include: Bachelor’s degree in a related area and two years’ related occupational experience.

Deadline to apply: April 9, 2012.

WISCONSIN INDIANHEAD TECHNICAL COLLEGE

For a complete list of qualifications and to apply for this position, please visit our Web site at www.witc.edu/employ.

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WITC is an equal opportunity/access/employer and educator.

WASHBURN COUNTY TIMBER SALE

Sealed bids will be received by the Washburn County Forestry Committee for harvest of timber on 10 tracts.

Bids will be received until 3 p.m. on March 28, 2012, at the Washburn County Forestry Office, 850 W. Beaverbrook Ave., Spooner, WI. Please contact the Forestry Department for the timber sale prospectus. 715-635-4490.

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PRIMARY BUILDING PARTIAL ROOF REPLACEMENT SHELL LAKE, WISCONSIN

Project 11661001

The School District of Shell Lake will receive sealed bids at their office located at 271 Highway 63 S., Shell Lake, Wisconsin 54871, for the Primary Building Partial Roof Replacement until 2:30 p.m., March 16, 2012. All bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at that time.

The project consists of an asphalt shingle replacement at the Primary Building. The project is a complete tearoff of existing asphalt shingles down to the sheathing and installation of new asphalt shingles. The roof area to be replaced is approximately 12, 280 square feet.

Copies of the BIDDING DOCUMENTS may be obtained at the office of School District of Shell Lake, 271 Highway 63 S., Shell Lake, Wisconsin 54871, 715-4687816, starting March 2, 2012. More information is available by calling MSA Professional Services at 715-2341009.

School District of Shell Lake reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive or not waive any informalities in the bids received, and to accept any proposal which they deem most favorable to the interests of the School 555234 28-29r,L District of Shell Lake.

NOTICE OF HOSPITAL PRICE INCREASE FOR INDIANHEAD MEDICAL CENTER Indianhead Medical Center, located at 113 4th Avenue, Shell Lake, Wisconsin 54871, has a fiscal year beginning January 1, 2012, and ending December 31, 2012. Effective April 10, 2012, the hospital will implement a nine-percent increase to rates. The hospital has not had a price increase since October 1, 2008.

Selected charge elements will change as follows: Rate Rev. Previous to New Dollar Percent Code Charge Element April 2012 Rate INCREASE INCREASE 110 Private room - Medical-Surg $391.00 $426.19 $35.19 9.00% 110 Private room - Obstetrics $391.00 $426.19 $35.19 9.00% 121 Room & Board / Medical-Surg $391.00 $426.19 $35.19 9.00% 122 Room & Board / Obstetrics $391.00 $426.19 $35.19 9.00% 129 Room & Board / Swing Bed $131.90 $143.77 $11.87 9.00% 171 Room & Board / Nursery $150.50 $164.05 $13.55 9.00% 200 Room & Board / ICU $391.00 $426.19 $35.19 9.00% 230 ICU Special Care - Per Day $1,073.30 $1,169.90 $96.60 9.00% 230 ICU Monitored Bed $691.00 $753.19 $62.19 9.00% 401 Mammography - Bilateral $126.90 $138.32 $11.42 9.00% 401 Mammography - Unilateral $104.60 $114.01 $9.41 9.00% 450 Emergency Room Visit 3 $188.20 $205.14 $16.94 9.00% 450 Emergency Room Visit 4 $143.75 $156.69 $12.94 9.00% 724 Birthing Room $741.00 $807.69 $66.69 9.00% The hospital finds it necessary to increase prices in order to continue its commitment to the community to provide quality care with modern equipment and technology, to adjust salaries and to keep pace with the increasing costs of providing care below cost reimbursement from government programs and other payers.

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JURISDICTIONAL OFFER

Date: February 23, 2012 To: Cree H. Lininger hereinafter referred to as Owner Relocation Order Date: June 1, 2011 Relocation Order: Filed in the office of the County Clerk County: Washburn Public Purpose for Property: Highway Renovation Washburn County, hereinafter referred to as Purchaser, offers to purchase a parcel of real estate and/or rights therein in which you own an interest all as particularly described on attached page, and agrees to pay the sum of: One Thousand Two Hundred Dollars ($1,200) within 60 days from the acceptance of this offer.

A. The said property, and/or rights as described, are required by the County of Washburn for the public purpose stated above, as more fully described in Relocation Order, date and place of filing specified above. The County of Washburn in good faith intends to use the above-described property for such public purpose.

B. The County of Washburn proposes to occupy and the Owner will vacate the premises on April 30, 2012.

C. Pursuant to s.32.05(3)(d) Wis. Stats., the above purchase price is allocated as follows: (a) Loss of land, including improvements and fixtures actually being acquired $1,200. (b) Damages caused by loss of existing rights of access $0. (c) Damages caused by loss of air rights $0. (d) Damages caused by loss of legal nonconforming use $0. (e) Damages resulting from actual severance of land including damages resulting from severance of improvements or fixtures and proximity damage to improvements remaining on Owner’s land $0. (f) Damages to property abutting on a highway right of way due to change of grade $0. (g) Cost of fencing reasonably necessary to separate land taken from remainder $0. (h) Market value of uneconomic remnant $0. (i) Other $0.

Compensation for additional items of damage listed in s.32.19 Wis. Stats. has not been included. If any such items are shown to exist the owner may file claims as provided in s.32.20 Wis. Stats.

D. The purchase price is based upon an appraisal of the owner’s property of which a copy of the appraisal report has been provided to the owner.

E. Owner has 20 days from the date of personal service of this offer, if personally served, or 20 days from the date of postmark of the certified mail envelope transmitting this offer, if transmitted by mail, or 20 days from the date of publication of this offer, if published, in which to accept this offer, unless such time is extended by mutual written consent of Owner and Purchaser. Acceptance shall be as follows: Owner must execute the acceptance clause on back of this offer on or prior to March 19, 2012; and the offer and acceptance must be delivered to Purchaser at 1600 County Highway H, Spooner, WI 54801, not later than regular office closing time on March 19, 2012, or mailed to Purchaser at the last above-stated address in an addressed, postage prepaid envelope bearing postmark of not later than 12:00 midnight on March 19, 2012.

F. If the Owner does not accept this offer as set forth, Owner has 40 days from the date of service, postmark or publication of this offer to commence a court action to contest the right of condemnation as provided in s.32.05(5) Wis. Stats. provided that the acceptance and retention of any compensation resulting from an award made prior to the commencement of such an action shall be an absolute bar to such action.

G. If owner agrees to accept the Jurisdictional Offer, it is considered a negotiated purchase; therefore, the condemnor must record the conveyance with the Register of Deeds in the county where the land is located. Also, all owners of record should receive by certified mail a copy of the conveyance and a notice of their right to appeal within 6 months after the date of the recording of the conveyance.

Such an appeal would challenge the amount of compensation received by the property owner from an accepted Jurisdictional Offer.

H. Owner has 2 years from the date of the recording of an award, as described in s.32.05(7) Wis. Stats., in the office of the Register of Deeds in which to appeal for greater compensation without prejudice to Owner’s right to use the compensation given to Owner by the award. Owner’s right of appeal is subject to the provisions of s.32.05(9)(a) and (11), Wis. Stats.

I. The law provides for the payment of litigation expenses by the condemner and these costs are defined in Ch. 814 of Wisconsin Statutes.

J. If this offer is accepted by Owner, the transfer of title shall be accomplished within 60 days after acceptance including the payment to Owner of said purchase price, provided however, that notwithstanding any provision herein to the contrary, said 60-day period may, at the request of the Owner, be extended by mutual written agreement of the Owner and Purchaser.

K. This offer may be withdrawn by Purchaser at any time prior to its acceptance by Owner.

L. Real estate taxes for the current year shall be prorated as of the date of proposed occupancy set forth, said proration to be based upon the latest available tax assessment.

M. Purchaser will prepare necessary instruments to accomplish said transfer. Transfer shall be by Warranty Deed unless a lesser conveyance is accepted by Purchaser.

Transfer shall be free of defects and encumbrances but subject to ordinances and restrictions of record.

N. If all persons or entities designated as Owner do not accept this offer within the time specified, this offer will be deemed to have been rejected by all such persons or entities notwithstanding the acceptance by one or more of such persons or entities.

O. Included in the purchase price is payment in full for the acquisition of the following items now on the described property: Description on additional page(s).

P. This offer, if accepted by Owner, shall constitute a binding contract.

Jon Johnson, Commissioner 555675 29-30r Washburn County Highway Department WNAXLP

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vs.

Plaintiff

DARLENE HANSON, et al.

Defendant(s) Case Number: 11 CV 42 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE

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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on September 15, 2011, in the amount of $111,636.35 the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: April 25, 2012, at 10:30 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: Lot 2 of Volume 10 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 58, Map No. 2336, and an easement for ingress and egress to Lot 2 of Volume 10 of Certified Survey Map, Page 58, Map No. 2336, along the currently existing common driveway located on the Westerly 10 feet of Lot 2 of Volume 10 of Certified Survey Map, Page 36, located in Section 34, Township 39 North, Range 13 West.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: W8368 Hwy. 70, Spooner, WI 54801.

TAX KEY NO.: 65-020-2-39-1334-3 04-000-008000.

Dated this 24th day of February, 2012.

Terry Dryden Sheriff of Washburn County Scott D. Nabke State Bar #1037979 Blommer Peterman, S.C. 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for the purpose. 284850

(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) 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.

Dated this 12th 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. 282008

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CITIFINANCIAL, INC.

(Feb. 15, 22, 29, March 7, 14, 21) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT WASHBURN COUNTY ROYAL CREDIT UNION, Plaintiff, vs.

TYRELL L. HOPKE, KIMBERLY S. HOPKE, Defendants.

Case No. 11CV05 Case Code: 30404 Forclosure of Mortgage NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE By virtue of an Amended Judgment of Foreclosure and sale rendered in the above-entitled action on February 1, 2012, in the amount $141,786.35, the undersigned Sheriff of Washburn County will sell at public auction at the North entrance of the Washburn County Courthouse in the City of Shell Lake, Wisconsin, on the 4th day of April, 2012, at 10:15 a.m., the real estate and mortgage premises directed by the Judgment to be sold and therein described as follows: The Fractional Northwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter, Section 6, Township 37 North, Range 13 West, in the Town of Barronett.

TAX KEY NOS.: 65-002-2-3713-06-3-2-0010 PROPERTY ADDRESS: N2298 Spring Lake Road, Shell Lake, Wisconsin.

THE TERMS OF SALE: Cash.

DOWN PAYMENT: A deposit of 10% of sale price to be deposited in cash or by certified check with the Sheriff at the time of sale; balance to be paid by cash or certified check upon confirmation of sale. /s/Terry Dryden Washburn County Sheriff Christine A. Gimber Weld, Riley, Prenn & Ricci S.C. P.O. Box 1030 Eau Claire, WI 54702-1030 715-839-7786 Attorneys for Plaintiff This is an attempt to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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(Mar. 7, 14, 21, 28, Apr. 4, 11) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT WASHBURN COUNTY

(Feb. 29, March 7, 14) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT WASHBURN COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MARIA THOMPSON Order Setting Time to Hear Petition for Administration and Deadline for Filing Claims (Formal Administration) Case No. 12PR09 A petition for formal administration was filed.

THE COURT FINDS: The decedent, with date of birth August 19, 1923, and date of death January 28, 2012, was domiciled in Washburn County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 201 Glenview Lane, Shell Lake, WI 54871.

THE COURT ORDERS: 1. The petition be heard at the Washburn County Courthouse, Shell Lake, Wisconsin, before Circuit Court Judge/Circuit Court Commissioner Eugene D. Harrington, on March 28, 2012, at 3:30 p.m. You do not need to appear unless you object. The petition may be granted if there is no objection.

2. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is May 23, 2012.

3. A claim may be filed at the Washburn County Courthouse, Shell Lake, Wisconsin.

4. Heirship will be determined at the hearing on petition for final judgment.

5. Publication of this notice is notice to any persons whose names or addresses are unknown.

If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call 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 Feb. 22, 2012 Kathryn zumBrunnen Box 96 Spooner, WI 54801 715-635-3174 Bar Number 1016913

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Tuesday, Feb. 21 At 8:15 a.m. Ralph T. Buchholtz, 77, Minong, was northbound on Hwy. 53, preparing to turn left onto South Limits Road, when he lost control on the icy roadway, went into the ditch and hit a pole. The vehicle had severe total damage and was towed. No injuries were reported.

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Accidents

consin Credit Union in Small Claims Court. A hearing will be held at the Barron County Justice Center, 1420 Hwy. 25 N. Room 2201, Barron, WI 54812, on March 26, 2012, at 1:30 p.m. or thereafter.

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Kenneth A. Neuman, Little Joshua S. Englund, Spooner, operating while suspended, Chute, resisting or obstructing an of$200.50; OWI, $817.50, license re- ficer, $299.00. voked 6 months, alcohol assess(March 7) ment.

Jacob R. Mussehl, Bruce, STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT speeding, $225.70.

BARRON COUNTY Anthony A. Rogers, Gordon, improper signal for stop/turn, $295.00. Adam C. Coen Barry D. Smith, Solon Springs, 2084 Hilltop Road Shell Lake, WI 54871 reckless driving, $375.00.

Defendant Anita J. Ashlin, Birchwood, disPUBLISHED NOTICE orderly conduct, $249.00.

Case No. 12 SC 196 Anthony J. Morris, Hayward, You are being sued by WESTbail jumping, $243.00.

(Feb. 22, 29, Mar. 7) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT WASHBURN COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JEFFERY LYNN NIELSEN Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 12PR07 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth October 9, 1946, and date of death August 23, 2011, was domiciled in Washburn County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of N961 Leach Lake Road, Barronett, WI 54813.

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, Wisconsin.

Marilynn E. Benson Probate Registrar January 30, 2012 Thomas J. Bitney/Bitney Law Firm, Ltd. P.O. Box 488 Spooner, WI 54801 715-635-8741 Bar Number: 1002841

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Court news

(March 7, 14, 21, 28, April 4, 11) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT WASHBURN COUNTY Countrywide Home Loans, Inc. as servicer for Bank of New York as trustee for the benefit of Alternative Loan Trust 2007-7T2 Mortgage Passthrough Certificates, Series 2007-7T2 Plaintiff vs.

Ross A. Schliesmann, et al.

(Defendant(s) Case Number: 08 CV 236 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on February 23, 2009, in the amount of $588,653.31, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: April 25, 2012, at 10:30 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: A parcel of land in Government Lots 1 and 2, and in lands not part of the U.S. Public Land Survey, Section 3, Township 37 North, Range 10 West, and in the SE1/4 of the SW1/4, Section 34, Township 38 North, Range 10 West, Town of Birchwood, Washburn County, Wisconsin, more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the Quarter Corner to Section 34, Township 38 North, Range 10 West and Section 3, Township 37 North, Range 10 West and Section 3, Township 37 North, Range 10 West, marked by a 2-1/2” brass-capped iron pipe; thence N 64 Degree 55’03”W, 715.83 Feet to the place of beginning. Thence S36 Degree 12’11”W, 818.88 Feet to a 1” iron pipe near the North Shore of Nick Lake; thence N39 Degree 34’57”W, 257.90 Feet along the lake to a 1” iron pipe; thence leaving the lake N36 Degree 12’11”E, 448.96 Feet to a 1” iron pipe; thence N27 Degree 36’35”E, 410.00 Feet to a 1” iron pipe; thence S 28 Degree 01’48”E, 181.15 Feet to a 1” iron pipe; thence S46 Degree 04’54”E, 149.48 Feet to the place of beginning. Including also all lands lying between the lakeshore Meander Line and Nick Lake. Surveyor’s Certificate I, Stuart L. Foltz, Registered Land Surveyor #S-1170, hereby certify that we have surveyed the above-described property; that this plat is an accurate survey and a true representation thereof, and correctly shows the exterior boundary lines and the correct measurements thereof; that we have made such survey by the order of Ross Schliesmann, and that we have complied with Chapter 236.34 of the Wisconsin Statutes. Also known as: Parcel 1 of C.S.M. No. 3464 recorded on July 25, 2006, as Doc. No. 319583.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: W1129 Peufald Road, Birchwood, WI 54817 TAX KEY NO.: 65-010-2-37-1003-5-05-002-001010 Dated this 27th day of February, 2012 Terry Dryden Sheriff of Washburn County Scott D. Nabke State Bar #1037979 Blommer Peterman, S.C. 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for the purpose. 284851

MEETING NOTICE - CITY OF SHELL LAKE

The Shell Lake Inland Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District Board of Commissioners will hold their quarterly meeting Monday, March 12, 2012, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall.

AGENDA: Report on annual Technical Oversight Committee meeting; Update on 2012 Aquatic Invasive Species Inspection Program for 2012; Update on Lake Protection District annual meeting plans.

Bradley A. Pederson, City Administrator 555644 29r

BID NOTICE CITY OF SHELL LAKE The City of Shell Lake is seeking bids for maintenance painting of the 150,000-gallon single-pedestal water tower. Project specifications are available at the City Administrator’s office.

Sealed bids must be submitted to the City of Shell Lake, 501 First Street, P.O. Box 520, Shell Lake, WI 54871, by 1:30 p.m., Monday, March 26, 2012. For further information, contact Public Works Director Jeff Parker at 715-468-7873 or e-mail shelllakepwd@gmail.com. The City of Shell Lake reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids or to select the bid most advantageous to the City.

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Bradley A. Pederson, City Administrator

MEETING NOTICE CITY OF SHELL LAKE The Shell Lake City Council will meet Monday, March 12, 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: Request to authorize ad hoc AIS Hiring Committee to hire 2012 AIS coordinator and inspectors; Highway 63 street lighting recommendation; Recommendation to deny sewer backup claim; Temporary Class B beer/wine license applications; Revisions to recreational plan; Schedule organizational meeting; Unfinished Business; Any other items that may be added to this agenda will be posted at City Hall.

555645 29r Bradley A. Pederson, City Administrator

MEETING NOTICE TOWN OF BASHAW

Notice is hereby given that the Bashaw Town Board shall hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, March 13, 2012, at 6:30 p.m. at the Bashaw Town Hall. Agenda: Call meeting to order; minutes from February 14, 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 555646 29r

The Classifieds

(Feb. 15, 22, 29, Mar. 7, 14, 21) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT WASHBURN COUNTY Associated Bank, N.A., Plaintiff, vs.

MICHAEL L. LIND RIKKI LIND (Known Spouse of Michael L. Lind) Defendants.

Case No. 11-CV-167 Hon. Eugene D. Harrington Br. 1 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the abovecaptioned action on September 30, 2011, in the amount of $67,671.47, the Sheriff or his assignee will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: April 4, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

PLACE: In the North Entrance of Washburn County Courthouse, 10 4th Avenue, Shell Lake, WI 54871.

DESCRIPTION: Lot Two (2) of the Plat of Hidden Lake, recorded at the office of the Washburn County Register of Deeds on January 3, 2003, in Envelope No. 117, pages 1 and 2, as Document No. 290461, located in part of the Northwest Quarter (NW 1/4) of the Northeast Quarter (NE 1/4) and part of the Southwest Quarter (SW 1/4) of the Northeast Quarter (NE 1/4) of Section Two (2), Township Fortyone (41) North, Range Twelve (12) West, Washburn County, Wisconsin. Also, along with all lands lying between the meander line shown on the abovereferenced Lot and the ordinary high-water mark of Hidden Lake.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: Lot 2, Hidden Lake Plat, Minong, WI 54859.

TERMS: Cash; down payment required at the time of Sheriff’s Sale in the amount of 10% by cash, money order, cashier’s check or certified check made payable to the Washburn County Clerk of Courts; balance of sale price due upon confirmation of sale by Court.

Property to be sold as a whole “as is” and subject to all real estate taxes, accrued and accruing, special assessments, if any, penalties and interest.

Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax from the proceeds of the Sale upon Confirmation of the Court. Purchaser to pay the cost of title evidence.

Terrence C. Dryden, Sheriff Washburn County, Wisconsin Plaintiff’s Attorney: Mallery & Zimmerman, S.C. 500 Third Street, Suite 800 P.O. Box 479 Wausau, WI 54402-0479 715-845-8234 This is an attempt to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

This communication is from a debt collector.

(Feb. 22, 29, Mar. 7, 14, 21, 28) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT BRANCH 2 ST. CROIX COUNTY ANCHORBANK, FSB Assignee of S & C BANK Plaintiff vs.

DAVID H. RAILSBACK II ARLA J. RAILSBACK LAMPERT YARDS, INC. ANTCZAK CONSTRUCTION, INC. STATE OF WISCONSINDEPARTMENT OF REVENUE JOHN DOE #1 AND JOHN DOE #2 the unknown tenants of the premises located at W8389 Carlton Rd., Spooner, WI 54801 JOHN DOE #3 AND JOHN DOE #4 the unknown tenants of the premises located at N5126 Greenfield Road, Spooner, WI 54801, Defendants.

Case No. 10CV822 Case Code: 30404 SECOND AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE By virtue of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above-entitled action on October 20, 2010, the undersigned Sheriff of Washburn County, Wisconsin, will sell at public auction at the front entrance of the Washburn County Courthouse in the City of Shell Lake, in said county, on the 18th day of April, 2012, at 10:15 a.m., the real estate and mortgaged premises directed by the Judgment to be sold, therein described as follows: The NW 1/4 of the NW 1/4 and S 1/2 of the NW 1/4, the NE 1/4 of the NW 1/4, lying S of the road and the NW 1/4 of the NE 1/4; lying S of the road, all in Section 34, Township 39 North, Range 13 West, Town of Evergreen, Washburn County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: W8389 Carlton Road, Spooner, WI N5126 Greenfield Road, Spooner, WI TERMS OF SALE: Cash.

DOWN PAYMENT: A deposit of 10% of sale price to be deposited in cash or by certified check with the Sheriff at the time of sale; balance to be paid by cash or certified check within ten days after confirmation of sale.

Dated this 17th day of February, 2012.

Terry C. Dryden Washburn County Sheriff Donald R. Marjala, Lawyer Spangler Nodolf, Bruder & Klinkhammer, LLC P.O. Box 1165 Eau Claire, WI 54702-1165 (715) 830-9771 Attorneys for Plaintiff Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (15 U.S.C. Section 1692), we are required to state that we are attempting to collect a debt on our client’s behalf, and any information we obtained will be used for that purpose.

BID NOTICE - CITY OF SHELL LAKE

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I & H Beams $3/ft & up. NEWUSED & SURPLUS. Pipe-PlateChannel-Angle-Tube-ReBar-Grating -Expanded-ORNAMENTAL- STAINLESS STEEL-ALUMINUM. 12 acres of usable items PAL STEEL Company Palmyra WI 262-495-4453 (CNOW)

The City of Shell Lake is seeking bids for renovation of Well #1.

Project specifications are available at the City Administrator’s office. Sealed bids must be submitted to the City of Shell Lake, 501 First Street, P.O. Box 520, Shell Lake, WI 54871, by 1:30 p.m., Monday, March 26, 2012. For further information, contact Public Works Director Jeff Parker at 715-468-7873 or e-mail shelllakepwd@gmail.com. The City of Shell Lake reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids or to select the bid most advantageous to the City.

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ALL NEW! Quality Mattresses — Twin sets $79, Full sets $145, Queen sets $165, King sets $225.

Furniture too! Call Janet at (715) 456-2907 www.cvfd.biz Eau Claire.

Brand NEW! Sectionals $599, Full/Queen Bedroom Set $399. Delivery available. Call Janet at 715456-2907 www.cvfd.gbiz (Eau Claire)

HELP WANTED- TRUCK DRIVER

(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

(Feb. 29, Mar. 7, 14, 21, 28, Apr. 4) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT WASHBURN COUNTY USDA RURAL DEVELOPMENT, Plaintiff, vs.

STEVEN A. MONCEL, and SALENA MONCEL, et. al Defendants.

CASE NO.: 11-CV-81 FORECLOSURE CASE CODE30404 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE By virtue of a Judgment of Foreclosure made in the aboveentitled action on November 23, 2011, in the amount of $75,552.17, I will sell at public auction at the The North Entrance (a.k.a. North Steps) of the Washburn County Courthouse, 10 4th Avenue, Shell Lake, WI 54871, City of Shell Lake, County of Washburn, State of Wisconsin, on April 18, 2012, at 10:45 a.m., all of the following-described mortgaged premises, to wit: Lot Three (3), Block Fourteen (14), First Addition to the City of Spooner, Washburn County, Wisconsin.

TAX KEY NO.: 65 281 2 39 12 31 5 15 001 620000.

TERMS OF SALE: Cash.

DOWN PAYMENT: 10% of amount bid by cash or cashier’s check due at time of sale.

Balance of purchase price must be paid within ten (10) business days after confirmation of the sale.

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

Dated this 29th day of February, 2012, at Shell Lake, Wis. /s/Terry Dryden Sheriff Of Washburn County, Wi David B. Eskra KOHNER, MANN & KAILAS, S.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 4650 N. Port Washington Road Milwaukee, WI 53212 PH: (414) 962-5110 The above property is located at: 314 Vine Street, Spooner, WI 54801.

Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (15 U.S.C. Section 1692), we are required to state that we are attempting to collect a debt on our client’s behalf and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose.

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HEARING NOTICE - VARIANCE REQUEST CITY OF SHELL LAKE

Kenneth Schultz, Agent for Anthony Schultz, requests a variance at 116 Industrial Drive, Shell Lake, WI 54871, Lot 5 Shell Lake S. Side Industrial Park, to construct a 60-ft. x 80-ft. building that would require a reduced rear-yard setback. Zoning Classification: Industrial II. Zoning Ordinance Sec. 13-1-30(c)(4).

A public hearing will be held on this matter Wednesday, March 14, 2012, at 5 p.m., in the Council Chambers, City Hall.

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(Feb. 29, Mar. 7, 14, 21, 28, Apr. 4) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT WASHBURN COUNTY BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, L.P. Plaintiff vs.

DOUGLAS D. DAVIS, et al.

Defendant(s) Case Number: 09 CV 163 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on November 16, 2009, in the amount of $256,878.09, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: April 18, 2012, at 10:30 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: Lot 3 of Certified Survey Map No. 2965, recorded in Volume 13, Page 122, as Document No. 292231, being a part of the Southeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 and part of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 27, Township 39 North, Range 12 West, in the Town of Spooner, Washburn County, Wisconsin.

Together with the right of ingress and egress over and across the Southeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4, the Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4, the Southwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 and the Northwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 27, Township 39 North, Range 12 West, for roadway easement to Spooner Lake Road as shown in CSM No. 2965 and CSM No. 2966.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: W5978 Kenneth Drive, Spooner, WI 54801.

TAX KEY NO.: 65-034-2-39-1227-3-4-0030.

Dated this 22nd day of February, 2012.

Terry Dryden Sheriff of Washburn County Chaz M. Rodriguez State Bar #1063071 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. 284650

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EACH INSERTION – Minimum of $5.00 ; 30¢ for each word.

Call 715-468-2314 to place ad, or e-mail your ad to wcregister@centurytel.net Advertising deadline is Monday at noon.

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Call today, 715-635-8499. 29rc HUNT HILL AUDUBON SANCTUARY IS NOW ACCEPTING applications for the following seasonal jobs: Head cook, maintenance assistant, spring environmental educators. For full job descriptions or to learn more go to www.hunthill.org or contact us at 715-635-6543. 29-30rp

NOTICE OF MEETING TOWN OF SARONA Notice Is Hereby Given That The Sarona Town Board Will Be Meeting On Monday, March 12, 2012, At 7 p.m.

At The Sarona Town Hall The agenda shall be posted one day prior to meeting.

555623 29r Victoria Lombard, Clerk (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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Celebrating Dr. Seuss’ birthday

The first- and fifth-grade classes at Shell Lake got together to help celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday on Friday, March 2. Shown back row (L to R): Chloe Zebro, Eric Haynes, Ali DeLadi, Douglas Scalzo, Heidi Fredrickson, Keolani Baumgart, Gene Quam, Brandon Johnson, Edison Leckel, Cole Johnson and Trenton Palmer. Front: Jacob Kodesh, Katie Green, Joshua Tijirina, Nevaeh Root, Jonathan Mortensen, Chris Ziemer, Ethan Lyga and Amelia Hampe.

Fourth-graders share their talent

LEFT: John Kidder is a brave young man who has to deal with diabetes every day. He showed his friends and classmates how he tests his blood sugars, how to give himself a shot of insulin or how to connect his insulin pump. To do this he used a teddy bear to share an important part of his life with his friends. ABOVE: Ben McNulty enjoys fishing and is so proud of his tackle box that he brought it to the Shell Lake Fourth-Grade Talent Expo on Friday, March 2. He is showing his classmates how to rig a plastic worm.

Mrs. Muench first-grade class celebrated Dr. Seuss’ birthday by dressing up.

Back row (L to R): Aiden Smith, Cassidy Johnston, Cody Sylvester, Candace Skattebo and Gary Erickson. Front: Max Elliott, Clara Cross, Levi Olson, Jack Cusick, Mrs. Muench, Kara Howells, Shania Rogers, Aubri Hanson, Charly Pearson and Lorelei Hoy. Former Little Miss Shell Lake Camryn Nasman loves fishing but is squeamish about getting her hands messy with her favorite hobby. She is showing how to jig for sunfish.

School volunteer and parent Sheri Dorweiler dressed up as the Cat In The Hat to read to students at the Shell Lake Primary School as part of the Read Across America Dr. Seuss celebration. — Photo by Larry Samson

Christian Johnson is demonstrating the correct way to hold and throw a football. This is his favorite sport.

RIGHT: Fourth-grader Jasper McCracken is setting up his Lego fire station prior to his presentation. The talent expo is an opportunity for the young students to share their talents and hobbies. — Photos by Larry Samson

Registrations for younger students to take place

SHELL LAKE — Children in the Shell Lake School District who will be 4 years old on or before Sept. 1, 2012, are eligible for 4-year-old kindergarten.

Registration will be held Thursday, March 22, 5-7 p.m., in the 4-year-oldkindergarten room at the primary school ; and again on Friday, March 23, 8:30 a.m.-noon in the primary school gymnasium.

Those that are interested may stop in at a time that is convenient for them to fill out paperwork, visit the classroom

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and meet the teaching staff. Immunization records are required at time of registration.

Also on Friday, March 23, a 3-yearold child development day will be held at the primary school. Children in the Shell Lake School District that will be 3 years old on or before Sept. 1, 2012, are invited to attend. Please call Lori Hanson Hungerbuhler at 715-468-8999 for information and to schedule a play group time. — from Shell Lake Schools

School menus

Breakfast Monday, March 12: Juice, cereal, toast.

Tuesday, March 13: Fruit, sausage link, waffle sticks.

Wednesday, March 14: Juice, cheese omelet, toast.

Thursday, March 15: Fruit, pancakes.

Friday, March 16: Juice, yogurt, toast.

Lunch Monday, March 12: Chicken Alfredo, green beans, pear slices, bread stick. Laker: Mozzarella dippers.

Tuesday, March 13: Chili, cheese, crackers, carrots, applesauce, blueberry muffin.

Laker: Salad bar.

Wednesday, March 14: Chicken patty on bun, fries, peas, peaches. No Laker.

Thursday, March 15: Calzone, corn, mandarin oranges. Laker: Quesadilla.

Friday, March 16: Meatball sub, whole-grain rotini, peas, pineapple tidbits. Laker: Salad bar.

Breakfast served each day for K-12 students. Whole-grain bread and buns and milk served with each meal. Laker sandwiches available to grades 7-12 only. Laker salad bar available to grades 3-12.

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Heath Andrews

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Heath Andrews

Heath Andrews grew up in the suburbs of Chicago and moved to Hayward during her sophomore year of high school. She traveled around a bit, landing in the Spooner area 18 years ago, and she’s been here ever since.

“I would like to honor my husband, Lee, for being the finest of men, my best friend and soul mate and loving father to our three beautiful and spirited children. I am also blessed to have a handful of very close friends who are truly kindred spirits; a treasure of immeasurable worth.”

Andrews said she loves her career. “My true passion is fashion, which is why I love being a personal wardrobe consultant with the designer, eco-chic women’s clothing company, kikaPaprika.” kikaPaprika was also the impetus that launched her career as a professional full-figure model.

“I began modeling for them 2-1/2 years ago, and now I am excited to be part of the elite agency, IPM Model Management in New York, as well as work with agencies in Minneapolis. Modeling has taught me to accept myself, to see beyond a dress size and embrace every part of me. It has become my mission to help other women delight in their true beauty.”

Andrews offers this advice, “Life can throw a mean curveball and may even knock you off your feet, but never give up!”

Full name, age: Heath DeAnn Andrews, 37.

Family: Husband Lee, daughter Cambria, 19, son Clayton 15, daughter Aliya, 7.

Occupation: Personal wardrobe consultant with kikaPaprika and professional full-figure model.

Washburn County resident since: 1994.

Hobbies/interests: Fashion, shoe shopping, reading novels, descriptive writing, going for walks, watching movies, hanging out with friends, playing Djembe, ping-pong, proud member of the British Accent Society.

Claim to fame: Well, I’ll try not to trip on my cape.

Does winning a hula-hooping contest when I was 13 count? Seriously, I’ve had the pleasure of working with/being discovered by reputed photographer Nicole Caldwell from Laguna Beach, Calif., working with famed models Ivory Mae Kalber and Barbara Brickner at a CJ Banks jeans photo shoot, making demo videos for fingerhut.com and premiere consultant with kikaPaprika, known for helping women feel confident and look beautiful.

My favorite sport to play: Volleyball.

Favorite sport to watch: Beach volleyball and gymnastics.

Place I would most like to visit: Tuscany or Banff, Canada.

Dinner companion, dead or alive: Cary Grant ... most definitely alive!

The people I most admire: Joyce Meyer and Beth Moore.

Best movie I ever saw: Just one, really? I can’t! OK, top three: “Jane Eyre” with Ruth Wilson, “Hatari” and “Knight and Day” ... and “Bachelor and the Bobbysoxer.“ Favorite TV shows: “Fringe,” “Castle.”

Music I listen to: Christian contemporary.

Favorite dish: Bistro 63’s lamb chops (heavenly choir singing good!).

Last book I read: Book 3 of the Guardian King series, “Shadow Over Kiriath,” by Karen Hancock.

My friends would describe me as: Do you want the good, bad or the ugly? Well, here’s what they said when I paid them, I mean when I asked them: fun to be around, loves to laugh, silly, loyal, loves to laugh, loves the Lord, deep, witty/quick minded, tenacious, tenderhearted, deep conversationalist, soulful ... loves to laugh (that one kept coming up).

My first job was: Working at a dog kennel/horse stable in Illinois.

I’d like to be remembered for: Being a woman of character and integrity; for loving the Lord with all my heart and living every day for him; being a great wife, mother and friend; making a difference in the lives of women and children; for conquering my fears and achieving my dreams against all odds and for never giving up.

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