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Oct. 8, 2014

Wednesday, October 8, 2014 Vol. 126, No. 8 • Shell Lake, Wis.

We e ke nd w atch • Jack O’ Lantern Fest @ Spooner • Retirement party for Storme Nelson @ Long Lake • Benefit for Stephanie Gramberg @ Shell Lake • See calendar on page 6 for details

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Target internship for Shell Lake grad Page 7

National Newspaper Week Beyond the office door

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Homecoming to remember at Spooner Page 13

BREAKERS

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National Newspaper Week is being celebrated this week with the theme, The Foundation of Vibrant Communities. The Register has been serving Washburn County for more than 130 years.

The fall colors have turned the tranquil Namekagon River into a rainbow, captured here as a lone canoeist travels the river. — Photos by Larry Samson

Athletic procedure questioned Spooner School Board hears public comment Danielle H. Moe | Staff writer SPOONER – During the president’s report Robert Hoellen, Spooner School Board president, addressed the larger than usual school board meeting audience on Monday, Oct. 6, to clarify issues regarding athletic procedure changes.

“Students are still able to attend athletic events they do not participate in, just like they always have,” said Hoellen. Hoellen explained that the major modifications in athletic changes included limiting the expense to the district for students and coaches to attend events where student athletes are not direct participants, requiring coaches to ride buses with students to events and to obtain district authorization to attend events.

No financial limit would be placed on events where fundraising had taken place in order for student athletes to attend. It was also clarified that guardians can always, as before, excuse their student from school as necessary. Hoellen stated that the correct procedure for addressing questions on school procedures was not taken in this instance and that in the future

if staff had questions or needed clarification on school policy or procedure to address those with administrators.

“I tried to utilize staff to do the respectful thing in this situation, I am thankful that it has changed and that we can bring the kids there but we have never, ever been able to take kids out …without administration or parent approval,” said Andrew Melton. Melton is the Spooner High School wrestling coach and attempted to explain to the board how he had spoken to two administrators about the changes. During his public comment he was interrupted by Hoellen and was asked to not speak because Hoellen said Melton was trying to charge individuals.

The board meeting periodically erupted with loud comments made by audience members present, upset at how Melton was not being heard. Melton was able to finish making his comments, closing with an apology for statements and comments that were made on social media about the issue.

Six other individuals came forward during the public comment period regarding the athletic procedure changes, items were discussed in closed session and there was recognition of student academic achievements.

Same-sex marriage now legal

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Tim Morrissey | Public News Service - WI MADISON – Same-sex marriage is now legal in Wisconsin, following the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision not to hear an appeal from Wisconsin and four other states on the issue.

County clerks in several Wisconsin counties began issuing same-sex marriage licenses immediately after the decision was announced Monday.

Scot Ross, executive director of the progressive advocacy group One Wisconsin Now, calls the Supreme Court’s decision “significant.”

“The decision is a definite rejection of some of the divisive politics of Gov. Scott Walker and Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen, who fought

so hard to deny same-sex couples their equal chance at marriage here in the state of Wisconsin,” says Ross.

Walker and Van Hollen had argued same-sex marriage would undermine the moral fabric of the state, and was contrary to the “tradition” of marriage in Wisconsin. With Monday’s decision, Ross sees a clear signal that a majority of Supreme Court justices did not want to overturn lower court decisions that have ruled state prohibitions against same-sex marriage are unconstitutional.

Ross also noted the Supreme Court’s decision See Same-sex marriage, page 3

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More than cranberries The Polenc family from Aurora, Ill., show their patriotism during the national anthem, each wearing a Captain America sweatshirt.

Johnathon, Vincent and Lucas are triplets of Becky and Tony, shown behind the boys.

Karen Bloom, Duluth, Minn., and Lisa Grover, Somerset, show off wigs from The Beauty Lounge booth operated by Julie Guzman of St. Paul. This booth was one of over 300 unique vendors that set up shop for the one-day festival in Stone Lake.

The Balsam Lake royalty made the trip to greet some of the over 30,000 festival-goers on Saturday, Oct. 4.

The Birchwood Bluegill Festival royalty were in attendance for the parade down Stone Lake’s Main Street.

The Spooner Rails marching band performed upbeat, hand-warming tunes during the Stone Lake Cranberry Festival parade.

The Miss Cranberries of Minnesota were escorted to the festival by the King Craisins. Shown are Gwen Bilderback, Roxanne Powers, Sharri Crowley, Lori Lunde and Kim Biem.

Photos byDanielle H. Moe LEFT: Al Pahl releases crate riders from their starting ramps for the three-block downhill race.

The crate derby event is sponsored by the Stone Lake Lions Club and ABATE of Wisconsin.

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County, region commemorates the service of one for many Danielle H. Moe | Staff writer SPOONER — “I never did go to work. When you enjoy something you’re doing it’s not work,” said Carl Krantz, to the appreciation of friends and colleagues assembled for his retirement party on Thursday, Oct 2. Krantz has assisted local veterans through the Washburn County Veterans Service Office for over 24 years.

Regional CVSOs and their staff made the trip from neighboring counties including Burnett, Polk, Pierce and Winnebago, alongside Washburn County staff, veterans and family. There was food, shared memories and an appreciation ceremony wherein Krantz received four plaques and a handmade quilt, each given to recognize his service to the region, county, local veterans and his country.

“It’s a real rewarding job because it’s given me the opportunity to speak into people’s lives. Encourage them and make them aware of benefits that they not only deserve but oftentimes that they actually really need,” said Krantz.

Krantz began working for Washburn County in 1990. Since then achievements accomplished under his leadership include the building and opening of the Northern Wisconsin Veterans Cemetery and the Washburn County Veterans Peace Memorial Wayside, both located off of Hwy. 53 south of Spooner. Other accomplishments include hosting the Vietnam Veterans Moving Wall, organization of the Berlin Crisis ceremony and the Washburn County United County Commanders group.

All veterans service officers are re-

Carl Krantz, left, accepts a certificate of appreciation from Steven Sather, chair of the Washburn County Board of Supervisors, on behalf of the county board. — Photos by Danielle H. Moe quired to have service history and Krantz himself is a veteran of Vietnam. He joined the Army after graduating from Shell Lake High School in 1967. Five months later he was in country, serving with the Army Engineers for 18 months with one six-month extension.

“We pretty much did a lot of roads and I did some landing zones for Special Forces. We would get jobbed out to them once in a while,” he said, pointing to an

Kerri Adams, Ellory Medor and Bruce Davenport presented Carl Krantz with a plaque from the Washburn County Veterans Commission.

Seven guiding principles for operation of cooperatives October is National Co-op Month; Register is cooperative-owned BURNETT/POLK COUNTIES - Each October, millions of co-op members across the United States observe National Co-op Month to celebrate cooperatives and what makes the co-op business model unique - local control, a commitment to serving the community and returning margins to members and employees.

The Inter-County Cooperative Publishing Association, publisher of the InterCounty Leader and Washburn County Register newspapers - the only cooperative-owned weekly newspapers in the nation - and the Advertisers, joins with the other local cooperatives, approximately 600 in this state and 29,000 nationwide, in celebrating the advantages of cooperative membership, recognizing the benefits and values co-ops bring to their members and

communities.

Cooperatives are guided by seven principles. Originally drawn up by Charles Howarth, one of 28 weavers and other artisans who founded the Rochdale Society of Equitable Pioneers in Rochdale, England, on Dec. 21, 1844, these principles governing cooperative operations were introduced into the United States in 1874 by the National Grange, and formally written down by the International Cooperative Alliance in 1937.

They are: 1. Voluntary and open membership 2. Democratic member control 3. Members’ economic participation 4. Autonomy and independence 5. Education, training and information 6. Cooperation among cooperatives 7. Concern for community The Register will be highlighting the benefits of cooperatives throughout the month of October. - Gary King

old photo of large equipment, dozers and scrapers. “So it was a good experience, a million dollar experience you would have sold for a dime,” he said.

But he holds no regrets now, as that service led him to the service of assisting other veterans. The services offered through CVSO are offered at no cost to all veterans because the CVSOs are a department of county government and have been since 1945 when state lawmak-

ers made it mandatory for all counties to have a CVSO to assist their veterans.

“Right now we’ve probably got 1,900 active files and probably the latest census would show that there’s 1,700 veterans in the county but that doesn’t take in the widows of veterans that we’re still serving,” he said. CVSO also assists the widows and dependents of veterans. Since 1990 the office has seen a $13.8 million increase in the amount of yearly Veterans Affairs benefits to Washburn County veterans.

“Probably one of the things that I have seen decline since I’ve come into this position is the communications with the VA in the sense of the depersonalization of the VA, the federal VA as a whole,” he said. Modernization of how claims are initiated, processed and paid out has changed with technology to the detriment of veterans. However, with the computerization they now have better access to records than before. Krantz explained that CVSOs are now more proactive in assisting veterans with their needs from making phone calls to the VA or medical appointments to compensate for their impersonal management practices.

“Over the years, 24 years, you build a lot of relationships with people and you know you’re going to miss those … but time goes on and you develop other things that you become active in,” he said. Krantz is also active in Washburn County veterans organizations including the American Legion, the VFW and AMVETS.

Staff of regional county veterans service offices pose for a commemorative photo with Carl Krantz during his retirement party on Thursday, Oct. 2.

Same-sex marriages/from page 1 not to hear appeals from Wisconsin and other states illustrates the public’s changing attitudes toward same-sex unions.

In 2006, 59 percent of Wisconsin voters approved a state constitutional amendment defining marriage as a union of one man and one woman, excluding same-sex couples.

Organizations like One Wisconsin Now have fought for marriage equality for some time, but Ross defers credit for the Supreme Court’s decision.

“There have been people fighting across the state of Wisconsin for this issue longer and harder than we ever have,” he says.

“They’re the ones who really deserve the

kudos and the celebration, for the simple fact that people are treated equal under the law and there’s not compelling state interest or national interest to deny loving same-sex couples their chance at marriage.”

Editor’s note: Lolita Olson, Washburn County Clerk, said they haven’t gotten any calls about same-sex marriage licenses and that “We will be issuing (licenses) according to law but we haven’t had any requests.”

Well water in Ethiopia, chili for supper

SHELL LAKE — Last summer Dolly Holmson, Shell Lake, came back from a three-week trip to Ethiopia with a desire to build a well. Her trip put faces to the clean water crisis and the information necessary to do something about it. The Salem Lutheran Church, inspired by Holmson’s reports on conditions, made the project to fund a well in Ethiopia a congregational mission.

On Tuesday, Oct. 14, Salem Lutheran Church in Shell Lake is hosting a chili supper from 4 to 6 p.m. to help raise some of the $5,000 that is needed to build a well. The church hopes to raise the funds in one year.

The clean well water projects are organized through the faith-based nonprofit Water to Thrive, which since its inception in 2008 has funded more than 500 water projects in Ethiopia, Sierra Leone, Tanza-

Ethiopian girls take turns getting water from a well that was built through a Water to Thrive well project. — Photo from Water to Thrive nia and Uganda. The location of the well that the Salem Lutheran congregation will fund is chosen based on need by Water to Thrive in-country partners. — Danielle H. Moe with submitted information

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Letters to the editor

Walker is doing the right thing In recent letters to the editor, both Susan Hansen and Rep. Stephen Smith have bemoaned Gov. Walker’s attempt to expand voucher payments to more students across the state. Actually, Walker should be praised for his efforts to expand the voucher program because it gives more students from poor families the opportunity to escape the nonperforming schools they are forced to attend and to enroll in a school that will give them a better education.

Milwaukee Public Schools are just terrible. Right now roughly 70,000 students are enrolled in Milwaukee Public Schools and about 35,000 students attend a school outside the public school system. Of

these outside the public school system about 25,000 students from low-income families take advantage of a $6,442 scholarship offered by the state. This means that the state is educating the students in the choice program for less than half of what it costs it to educate a student in the public schools.

According to the state’s School Report Card, just 16 percent of Milwaukee Public School’s fourth-graders are proficient in reading. The National Assessment of Educational Progress test indicates that only 4 percent of the district’s eighth-graders can do math at an acceptable level. About 62 percent of high school students graduate in four years.

When was the last time you tested the smoke alarms in your home? Was it last week? Last month? A year ago?

If you’re like many people, you may not even remember. Smoke alarms have become such a common feature of U.S. households that they’re often taken for granted, and aren’t tested and maintained as they should.

However, working smoke alarms are a critical fire safety tool that can mean the difference between life and death in a home fire. According to the nonprofit National Fire Protection Association, smoke alarms can cut the chance of dying in a home fire in half. Meanwhile, NFPA

data shows that home fires killed more than 2,300 people in 2012; many of these deaths could have been prevented with the proper smoke alarm protection.

As a member of the fire service for over 30 years, I’ve seen the devastating effects of fire firsthand; the burn injuries, the loss of homes and possessions are distressing.

What’s even worse is witnessing a family’s anguish after a loved one has been killed in a fire. It’s heartbreaking.

As the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 5-11, NFPA is promoting Working Smoke Alarms Save Lives: Test Yours Every Month! to better educate the public about the true value of working

At St. Marcus, a private Lutheran school in the choice program, 90 percent of its students are from low-income families, but 91 percent of the students graduate in four years or less.

Ms. Hansen and Mr. Smith keep referring to the private choice schools as unaccountable. It is really the public schools that are unaccountable. If the choice schools do a bad job, they are kicked out of the choice program. Besides that, parents will choose not to send their kids to a school that is failing. If the public schools do a poor job of educating, which many do, they continue in existence with students that are forced to attend them.

In Ms. Hansen’s letter there is the im-

plication that the reduced state funding to public schools across the state is mainly due to funds going to the voucher program. This is not so. The decreased funding for school is mainly due to lower appropriations to fund all schools across the state. Having more students in the choice program should help the state balance its budget and provide a better education for more students that are currently being poorly served.

Walker is doing the right thing giving the citizens power and taking it from the unions. The governor deserves re-election.

James Lewis Shell Lake

Smoke alarms save lives smoke alarms.

My sincere hope is that all Shell Lake residents make sure there are working smoke alarms installed throughout their homes. These simple steps can help make a lifesaving difference and prevent the potentially life-threatening impact of fire.

Here are additional smoke alarm tips to follow: • Install smoke alarms in every bedroom, outside each separate sleeping area and on every level of the home, including the basement.

• Interconnect all smoke alarms throughout the home. When one sounds, they all sound,

• Test alarms each month by pushing the test button.

• Replace all smoke alarms, including alarms that use 10-year batteries and hard-wired alarms, when they are 10 years old or sooner if they do not respond properly.

• Make sure everyone in the home knows the sound and understands what to do when they hear the smoke alarm.

To learn more about the Working Smoke Alarms Save Lives: Test Yours Every Month! campaign, visit NFPA’s website at firepreventionweek.org.

Dave Schraufnagel Shell Lake firefighter/safety coordinator

By the numbers Recently, the local media and a few individuals have expressed concern or asked questions about the number of retirements and resignations in the Spooner Area School District. I offer this letter for the purpose of providing factual information to you. The data represents the information recorded by the school district.

2011 2012 2013 2014 Number of licensed staff departing SASD

18 6 6 16

Number of licensed staff departing other districts our size (comparables)

7-9 5-16 5-9 9-19 Through informal exit interviews, letters of resignation or other information, the district’s data shows the following reasons for leaving employment with the Spooner Area School District: • Promotional career advancement • Chose not to work full time • Lateral move to another district • Acquire a position outside of K-12

education • Moved out of state • Retired • Board approved sabbatical There are statistics that show mobility in education has increased in the past few years. We need to be mindful of that so we can recruit and retain the best and the brightest. I believe we need to embrace new ideas, opportunities for changes and support the many dedicated professionals who serve our students. We need to

honor both currently employed staff and those that have left the district, as people that care about our community’s best interests. As we move forward, we will be dedicated to a continuous improvement process in order to stay progressive and offer the best possible opportunities to our staff and students.

Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.

Michelle Schwab, superintendent Spooner Area School District

Defining the Democratic Party?

The prejudices and ignorance of a recent author defining the Democratic Party is obvious. President Barrack Hussain Obama has twice been elected by the people of Wisconsin, he is our chosen candidate twice.

I’ll define the Democratic Party. The Democratic Party believes health-care decisions should be made between you and your doctor, not lawmakers. The Democratic Party believes in funding safe and effective contraception programs, preventing unwanted pregnancy and reducing the need for abortions.

As the gap between the rich and poor widens, Democrats believe in a livable

minimum wage and are against Wisconsin becoming a Right to Work State as adopted by the Republican Party this past summer.

The Democratic Party believes diverting almost $10,000 per student from public schools to private or religious charter schools hurts public education and interferes with the separation of church and state.

The Democratic Party agrees with the 78 percent of Americans that feel gay couples can be “just as good parents” as straight couples. The Democratic Party also agrees with the 81 percent of people that businesses should not be allowed to

refuse service to gays and lesbians.

The Democratic Party believes that Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof. Of course businesses like Hobby Lobby and Chick-fil-A can make political statements placing one set of religious beliefs above another. They may profit greatly by those who agree, or sustain damage from those who disagree with their views. It’s no different here in Washburn County.

Unlike at this year’s Republican convention, there was no discussion at the Democrat convention for Wisconsin to secede from the union. The Democratic

Party loves this great state and believes the democratic process works.

The Republican Party currently controls the governor, Senate, and Assembly in Wisconsin. Our state is dead last in job and economic growth in the Midwest.

The Tea Party has taken over the Republican Party in Wisconsin. Their experiment is not working. It’s time to vote for Democratic candidates on Nov. 4 and move Wisconsin forward.

Paul Johnson, chair Democratic Party of Washburn County

Vote for Smith on Nov. 4 What is the backbone of our communities in rural Northwest Wisconsin?

The answer to that is our public schools.

Every community fights to keep their public schools. Our assemblyman, Stephen Smith, has fought to preserve adequate funding for public education, so our students will be prepared to enter the workforce and earn a living wage. Smith voted to invest more in public education and against sending more taxpayer money to unaccountable voucher schools hundreds of miles away.

It has been claimed by Rep. Smith’s opponent that the expansion of taxpayerfunded private vouchers has had no impact on the 75th District. This is blatantly and completely false. There is not enough money to spend more on vouchers, charter schools and provide adequate funding for our public schools. There just isn’t enough money to fund two school systems. It boils down to this, when we send our hard-earned money to pay for unaccountable voucher schools anywhere in the state, it means that there will be

What have the Democrats done for America? Given us the worst and most anti-American president in the history of America. Obama releases five hard-core terrorists for a soldier who may be a traitor, while leaving a Marine with PTSD in a filthy Mexican prison because there are no terrorists for him to release. Obama calls ISIS the JV team.

Obama sends American troops to Africa to build treatment centers but doesn’t stop all airline travel from Africa. Who knows how many people in America are going to end up with Ebola?

Obama won’t secure our borders so that all the illegal immigrants can walk right in. It doesn’t matter to Obama how many of these illegals are murderers and rapists.

fewer resources for our public schools in rural Northwest Wisconsin.

Gov. Scott Walker has proposed expanding vouchers statewide. That is a death knell for public schools. Total privatization would eventually mean that everyone would not be educated. Are the communities in the 75th District ready for that?

The choice is clear, vote for an experienced individual with a proven track record who is ready to work in a bipartisan way and who will stand up for pub-

lic schools and local communities. That person is Rep. Stephen Smith. The other candidate wants to take resources away from our schools and would put partisan politics before people.

Do you want to save public schools and guarantee an education for all of our children? Do you want to restore fiscal stability for Wisconsin public schools? Let us do the right thing for our children and vote for Smith on Nov. 4.

Dee M. Taylor Rice Lake

What have the Democrats done for America?

Letters policy

Obama spends billions on illegals while not caring about homeless Americans and our veterans who are homeless.

Obama uses political correctness to harass anyone who doesn’t agree with him. Obama uses the IRS to harass conservative organizations that truly do love America.

Obama spends taxpayer money to send

his wife to campaign for Mary Burke, who is just another useless Obama zombie who would put Wisconsin back in debt.

Democrats sure don’t care how much damage they do to America.

Sandy Bjurman Shell Lake

In general the Register welcomes letters to the editor but reserves the right to edit or to reject letters for any reason. Letters should be no longer than 400 words in length and contain the signature, address and telephone number of the author. All letter writers will be limited to one published letter per 30 days, with the exception of rebuttals. The number of exchanges between letter writers will be decided by the editor. Thank-you letters are most appropriately published in specially designed box ads. Vulgarity, racial slurs and other mean-spirited, insulting terms are not allowed. Complaints about businesses and individuals involving private matters will not be published. Letter writers should provide sources when citing facts. Opinions expressed in letters are not those of the newspaper but rather those of the individual, who is solely responsible for the letter’s content. Emailed letters are preferred. Letters may be emailed to news@wcregisternewsroom.com or mailed to Washburn County Register, P.O. Box 455, Shell Lake, WI 54871

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Plan now to ID as a vet before Veterans Day

Driver’s license or ID card shows red identifier, call VA first

MADISON — Next month when we celebrate Veterans Day, Nov. 11, former servicemen and servicewomen will want to be recognized. They can be ready to identify themselves and their service to this country by a red VETERAN identifier on a Wisconsin driver’s license or state identification card from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Division of Motor Vehicles. Veterans should plan now to first verify their eligibility status through the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs before going either online or to any DMV

service center to get a replacement driver’s license or ID. Many organizations and businesses offer benefits or discounts to veterans, and this is a way for veterans to quickly identify themselves to these organizations and businesses without having to carry confidential personal information. This driver’s license or ID also serves as photo ID to vote.

“Once a veteran has verified eligibility, DMV is then able to issue a driver license or ID card with the veteran identifier. We can’t stress enough the importance of first contacting the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs. If a veteran is not verified by the WDVA as eligible for this veteran

identifier, DMV staff are unable to issue a driver license or ID card that carries it,” said Alison Lebwohl, DMV driver qualification chief.

To verify eligibility, veterans should call 800-WIS-VETS (947-8387). Those who have already met the criteria for the definition of Wisconsin veteran will be told they may go online or into a DMV customer service center and get an updated driver’s license card or identification card. Wisconsin veterans who have not yet contacted the WDVA to verify their eligibility status for the veteran identifier may apply for verification using an expedited online form at the WDVA website WisVets.com or they may download a form from WisVets.com

and mail it to the WDVA. “Our systems will show that they are registered with the WDVA. All they need to bring with them to a DMV service center is proof of identity, such as current driver license or ID card,” said Lebwohl. “It’s simple: Verify, then apply.”

The website wisconsindmv.gov is the official state DMV website. Others ending in “.org” or “.com” are not official and may have extra charges for forms or list information that is dated or incorrect.

In addition to the expanding services on its website, WisDOT connects with customers on Facebook at facebook.com/ WisDOT and Twitter #WisDOT at twitter. com/WisconsinDOT. — from WisDOT

Friends of the Shell Lake Public Library to host guest author SHELL LAKE — Friends of the Shell Lake Public Library will be hosting guest author Jeff Miller at the library on Monday, Oct. 20, from 6-7:30 p.m.

Miller was born in Browerville, Minn. He spent years as an international lawyer in New York, Hong Kong and London. Since 2005 he has lived in Hayward

where he operates West’s Hayward Dairy and McCormick House Inn. Miller’s book, “Scoop: Notes from a Small Ice Cream Shop,” is the chronicle of Miller’s and his partner Dean’s first year in Hayward — how they are welcomed by a collection of colorful characters and how they are humbled by the challenges of op-

erating both the ice-cream shop and a bed and breakfast. It is also a story of Hayward and how the traditions and the stories of those who built the town helped entrepreneurs adjust to the rhythm of life in their new home.

Signed books and samples of West’s Hayward Dairy ice cream will be avail-

able after the discussion. The event is free of charge and all are welcome. For more information, please contact the Shell Lake Public Library at 715-468-2074. — from SLPL

Area news at a glance BARRON COUNTY — On Saturday, Sept. 24, at approximately 4 a.m., a Northwest Region Wisconsin State Patrol trooper stopped a vehicle traveling southbound in the northbound lanes on Hwy. 53. The trooper was able to safely stop the wrong-way driver, Gabrielle Mercedes Fuller, 24, Sterling, Va., before a serious crash or other incident occurred. Fuller was arrested for operating the wrong way on a divided highway, operating after suspension, no insurance and for criminal warrants from Wisconsin. She was incarcerated at the Barron County Jail. The Barron County Sheriff’s Department assisted with this incident and subsequent transports. — from WSP ••• RICE LAKE — Anyone hoping to ski at the trails at UW-Barron County in Rice Lake may have to make other plans. While last winter was a pretty good one for skiing, it left the Rice Lake Nordic Association with burnt-out volunteers, few funds

Shell Lake Lions Calendar Winners Sept. 29 - $30 Sandy/Les Vogt, Sarona Sept. 30 - $30 Doug Downs, Shell Lake Oct. 1 - $30 Andrew/Traci Nord, Chippewa Falls Oct. 2 - $30 Cheryl Maki, Minong Oct. 3 - $300 Gloria Marshall, Chetek

Indianhead Medical Center, Inc. Winners also announced on WJMC FM Radio

Temps

Temperatures recorded at Spooner Ag Research Station 2013 High Low Precip.

Sept. 29 70 43 .42” rain Sept. 30 70 46 Oct. 1 74 57 Oct. 2 74 38 .60” rain Oct. 3 74 41 Oct. 4 57 52 .19” rain Oct. 5 59 53 .04” rain 2014 High Low Precip.

Sept. 29 80 46 .19” rain Sept. 30 55 40 Oct. 1 60 40 Oct. 2 55 47 .96” rain Oct. 3 58 45 .20” rain Oct. 4 48 32 .93” rain/ 1-in. snow mix Oct. 5 47 33 trace rain

Lake level Monday, Oct. 7, 2013: 1,216.75’ MSL Monday, Oct. 6, 2014: 1,218.62’ MSL

and an inoperable snowmobile. Due to a land swap between the college and Rice Lake Weighing Systems, a chunk of the RLNA trails will be no more. To keep the association going, the RLNA needs executive board members, grooming volunteers and at least $6,000 for a new snowmobile, according to the association’s president, Dave Putnam. A lack of a wind shelter also causes drifting over groomed trails.

Still, the volunteers maintained the trails well into March of last year. “I groomed more than I skied last year,” said Putnam.

“Very seldom was I there when someone wasn’t using the trail.” Despite the regular use, donations didn’t cover the cost of snowmobile repairs, maintenance and liability insurance. “There’s a lot of people who think the funds come from Barron County or the city, but it has all been volunteers,” said Bjorn Hanson, co-owner of the Out There ski shop in downtown Rice Lake. An upcoming meeting will determine the association’s future, said Putnam. — from the Rice Lake Chronotype ••• RICE LAKE — As of Oct. 1, the Rice Lake Area Free Clinic will be open every

Tuesday night for care of patients that are uninsured or underinsured. With the Affordable Care Act, some patients continue to have difficulty with the large deductibles and/or the cost of their multiple medications. There is a financial assessment that determines whether a patient will qualify for services. The RLAFC opened in June of 2010 and has over 520 patients. The typical clinic night begins at 5 p.m. with registration and intake, triaging by the triage nurse as well as vital signs. Providers begin office visits at 6 p.m. Labs are free of charge to the patient.

Labs are provided by donation of in-kind services from four area health-care organizations. Medications are supplied free of charge and application is made to pharmaceutical companies for those medications that are not generic. In 2013 RLAFC had 714 visits. Each clinic night requires a minimum of 13 volunteers. More volunteers are needed for all areas including housekeeping after clinic. If you are interested in volunteering please call 715-7363733 or emailvolunteers@rlafc.org. There is an online application for volunteers at rlafc.org. — from RLAFC

Register Memories 1954 – 60 Years Ago

• Shell Lake held its annual homecoming on Wednesday, Oct. 13, due to the twoday teachers’ convention Thursday and Friday. Ceremonies started at 2:30 p.m. with a parade. At 8 p.m. the football team tangled with the Bulldogs from Chetek.

A dance in the school gym followed the game. King and queen were juniors Pete Hubin and Darlene Johnson. Attendants were Marcia Esswein and John Washkuhn, freshmen; JoAnne Brown and Ken Hackbarth, sophomores; Shelvie Livingston and Bill Washkuhn, seniors. Crown bearers were first-grader George Ashley and second-grader Diane Wisner.

• Dr. Eugene Hering, 77, Shell Lake, died at his home after a lengthy illness.

• Congressman Alvin E. O’Konski was in Shell Lake for a 7 p.m. meeting to discuss and answer any questions pertaining to Social Security and 90-percent parity for farmers and to help any individuals needing assistance on a federal matter.

• Flour specials at Sarona Farmers Union Co-op in Shell Lake were a 50pound white bag, $3.75, or 50-pound print bag, $3.85.

1964 – 50 Years Ago

• Elmer Hawkinson proved the old saying as to what a green thumb will do when he harvested his carrot crop. One carrot weighed exactly 1 pound, 8 ounces on the scale at the post office.

• Shell Lake FFA officers making the trip to Rice Lake for a leadership training session were Jerry Rydberg, president; Dan Ullom, vice president; Jerry Kubista, secretary; Ron Brown, treasurer; Lester Atkinson, sentinel; and Mark Schuster, reporter. Their adviser, Mr. Smith, accompanied them.

• Jack Porter caught a 38-inch, 27pound musky. Just to prove the first was

••• HAYWARD — Friday, Oct. 24, an open Zumba® Fitness class is set to raise money for Carry the Fallen – Active Heroes, a U.S. veteran suicide prevention organization. The class will begin at 5:30 p.m. and run until 7 p.m. at the Hayward Wesleyan Church gymnasium. Over the last decade, veteran suicide has been climbing. The VA reports that 22 veterans a day take their own lives. Carry the Fallen volunteers work toward the goal of reducing veteran suicide rates. All funds from the open Zumba® Fitness class will go toward the nonprofit organization.

You may donate to the cause through Hayward native Captain Justin Fitch’s webpage at fundraise.activeheroes.org/ fundraise?fcid=258833. Fitch’s goal is to raise $100,000 for this cause and he is currently at $67,714. He has made national and international headlines in this quest, as he continues his own battle with Stage IV colon cancer. Tickets available through Lynn Fitch. Call 715-462-9153. — submitted

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no accident, a few days later he caught a 17-pounder.

• Warren Poquette, who sang bass, son of Mr. and Mrs. Marshall Poquette, Shell Lake, was a member of the concert choir at Wisconsin State University - River Falls.

• The engagement of Arlys Ann Olsen and Alapaki Santiago was announced.

• Fifth-grader Matt Reimann, son of Ron and Jean Reimann, and secondgrader Brian Dunbar, son of Edward and Mary Dunbar, were selected as elementary school citizens of the week.

• The Flambeau Falcons took the spark out of the Lakers homecoming game with a 7-6 win over the favored hometown team.

• An auction for the Ben Cole estate was held at the Emil Kramer farm, Shell Lake. Charles Lutz, auctioneer, conducted the sale.

• Just-baked treat specials at the Shell Lake Bakery were cake doughnuts, 95¢/ dozen; raised doughnuts, $1.30/dozen; chocolate éclairs, 20¢ each; hamburger buns, 65¢/dozen; 1-1/2-pound white bread, sliced, 55¢ or two for $1.05.

• Approximately 100 parishioners, representing 35 families from St. Joseph’s parish in Shell Lake and St. Catherine’s in Sarona, made a Pilgrimage for Reconciliation to the Cathedral of Christ the King in Superior. The caravan was led by Pastor Dennis Mullen.

• A rare daytime Saturday high school football game highlighted a week of activities for homecoming at Shell Lake. A tailgate party was held at 11:30 a.m. and was sponsored by the FFA. The Lakers hosted Spring Valley at 1 p.m. A dance was held from 8-11 p.m. at the high school.

• Dr. Jim Reidt was awarded his certificate for a Chiropractic Sports Physician degree after completing of a postdoctorate course in chiropractic sports medicine.

• Receiving recognition at the Shell Lake Chamber of Commerce Awards Night were Ray Heilborn, Citizen of the Year; Rodger Studt, Educator of the Year; and Herta and Pete Bernhard, Businesspeople of the Year.

• Shell Lake’s homecoming queen was Becky Olson. Andrew Melton was king.

1974 – 40 Years Ago

1984 – 30 Years Ago

• Megan, daughter of Leonard and Jean Druschba, a senior at St. Norbert College in DePere, would be teaching fifthgrade pupils at Ahane National School in County Limerick, Ireland, for several weeks.

• Ann Schlapper, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Schlapper, Sarona, was a third-year recipient of a $3,000 scholarship from the Presto Foundation of Eau Claire. She was given the award on the basis of her high academic record at the University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point.

1994 – 20 Years Ago

2004 – 10 Years Ago

• Dr. Margaret Redfall joined the staff at the Shell Lake Clinic.

• During the Shell Lake Chamber of Commerce 31st year of honoring its finest, Glen and Avis Nordin were named Citizens of the Year, Jennifer Bos was named Educator of the Year and Carol Leischer was named Businessperson of the Year.

• Cory Campbell, 15, shot a trophy white-tailed buck on opening day of bow season.

• Shell Lake’s football cheerleaders were Amanda Baker, Katie Grocke, Kelsey Bitney, Sara Mack, Danielle Slater and Claudia Berlin.

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

• Games and activities, 1 p.m., Friendship Commons, Shell Lake Senior Center.

• Shell Lake retired school staff luncheon, noon, Lakeview Bar & Grill Shell Lake. All retired school staff and their guests are welcome.

Thursday, Oct. 23 • The Shell Lake American Legion meeting, 6:30 p.m., Friendship Commons.

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

Friday, Oct. 24 & Saturday, Oct. 25 • Haunted Schoolhouse, Shell Lake Arts Center, 6-8 p.m., spooky; 8-10 p.m. terrifying.

Saturday, Oct. 25 • Indianhead Writers Fall Writing Contest, 8:30 a.m.3 p.m., Spooner Agricultural Station, Hwy. 70, east of Spooner. For more information, call 715-468-2604.

• Free community breakfast, 7-10 a.m., First United Pentecostal Church, 337 Greenwood Ave., Spooner. All welcome. Donations accepted.

Wednesday, Oct. 29 • Free community supper, 4-6 p.m., St. Alban Episcopal Church, 220 Elm St., Spooner.

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Thursday, Oct. 9 • Whitetails Unlimited is sponsoring the Northwest Wisconsin Banquet at Shell Lake Arts Center, 802 1st St., Shell Lake. Social hour begins at 5:30 p.m. with dinner at 7 p.m. For tickets call 715-635-2369.

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

Saturday, Oct. 11 • Washburn County Food Distribution in conjunction with Ruby’s Pantry, Spooner Middle School Tech Ed Building on Elm Street. Tickets 9 a.m. Distribution 9:30 a.m. Volunteers needed. Contact 715-635-9309, 715-4684017 or 715-222-4410.

• Jack O’ Lantern Fest, Spooner.

• Benefit for Stephanie Gramberg and family, 3 p.m.?, at Becky’s in Shell Lake. Spaghetti feed, live auction, paddle wheel, Chinese auction, kid-friendly activities.

Cash donations can be dropped off at Becky’s or at the Shell Lake State Bank in Shell Lake or Spooner. For more information, call Danielle, 715-520-2230; Becky’s, 715468-7424, or Dana, 715-520-0109 or 715-635-7858.

• Clam River Tuesday Club Fall Fundraiser, 6-10 p.m., Indian Creek Hall. Dance to Mr. Morgan. Raffle prizes, silent auction, live auction, door prizes, numerous games for adults and children. Freewill offering for food.

• Retirement party for Storme Nelson, executive director of Hunt Hill, at Greener’s Reel ‘Em Inn on Long Lake, 1 to 4 p.m. with a brief program at 2:30 p.m.

• Mark and Dan Witt will be speaking at Trego Community Church, W5635 Park St., 7 p.m. Avid hunters, the Witt brothers have spoken all over the United States, after a mistaken identity hunting accident took the life of their father. Refreshments and auction of hunting gear and related items will follow for AWANA ministries.

Monday, Oct. 13 • Knit a gap-tastic cowl, 5 p.m., at Northwind Book & Fiber, Spooner. Call 715-635-6811 or visit northwindbook. com. Preregistration request.

Tuesday, Oct. 14 • Chili supper to raise funds for fresh-water well in Ethiopia, 4-6 p.m., Salem Lutheran Church, Shell Lake.

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

Wednesday, Oct. 15 • Smear, 1 p.m., Friendship Commons, Shell Lake Senior Center.

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

• Fall German dinner, Faith Lutheran Church, Luther Road, Spooner, 4:30-7 p.m. Music by Joey and the Pickled Herring.

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

Saturday, Oct. 18 • Knit a cabled Irish hiking hat, 9:30 a.m., or crochet the Brompton Abbey cowl, 1 p.m., at Northwind Book & Fiber, Spooner. Call 715-635-6811 or visit northwindbook. com. Preregistration request.

• St. Joseph’s and St. Catherine’s CCW annual fall bazaar, 9 a.m.- 2 p.m., at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 502 N. Second St., Shell Lake, please use back entrance.

Lunch served from 11 a.m.- 1 p.m.

• Theatre in the Woods celebrates 25 years with 25 plays in 25 minutes, 7 p.m., at the Erika Quam. RSVP to 715-635-9500.

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

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

• Guest author Jeff Miller will sign his book “Notes from a Small Ice-Cream Shop” at the Shell Lake Public Library, 6-7:30 p.m. Sponsored by Friends of the Library.

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SPOONER — As farmers move from field to field during the fall harvest, drivers will need to share the road with slowmoving agricultural implements.

Drivers should slow down immediately whenever they see a fluorescent orange slow-moving-vehicle emblem on the rear of a tractor or other piece of equipment.

They also must be alert, focused and patient while trying to pass slow-moving vehicles.

“Before you attempt to pass a slowmoving vehicle, make sure you can clearly see what’s up ahead in front of that vehicle,” says Wisconsin State Patrol Lt. Dori Petznick of Northwest Region/ Spooner Post.

To do their part in preventing crashes, farmers and other operators of slowmoving vehicles must follow safety regulations. According to state law, farm tractors, agricultural implements, animaldrawn vehicles or other vehicles that are

Monday, Sept. 22 At approximately 10:27 a.m., John Paquin, 63, Spooner, was northbound on Hwy. 53 in the Town of Beaver Brook when he hit a deer one-half mile north of Boot Lake Spur Road. Paquin was not hurt but the windshield of the Ford Focus he was driving was damaged.

Friday, Sept. 26 At approximately 6:44 p.m., John Rau, 33, Brookings, S.D., was westbound on CTH D in the Town of Sarona when his vehicle broke down one mile west of

normally operated at speeds below 25 miles per hour must display a slow-moving vehicle sign on the left rear of the vehicle. In all cases — even when the vehicle is not a SMV — if it is operated during hours of darkness, the front and rear of the vehicle must have lights illuminated — white to the front, red to the rear. A citation for failure to display a SMV sign or a violation of the lighting requirement each costs $162.70.

Vehicles traveling slower than normal traffic must stay as far to the right side of the roadway as practical. This does not mean slow vehicles must drive on the shoulder of the road although this is allowed if there is room to do so safely.

“Farmers and others using animaldrawn vehicles on a roadway have the same rights and responsibilities as operators of motor vehicles,” Petznick says.

“You should be careful not to frighten the animals. Do not sound your horn or flash your lights near them, and give the animals plenty of room when passing.”

Petznick adds, “Caution, courtesy and common sense will go a long way to keeping our rural roadways safe during the harvest season.” — from WSP

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Bartz participates in internship for Target Corporation MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — This past summer Hannah Bartz, a 2011 graduate of Shell Lake High School, participated in a paid internship for Target Corporation at their corporate offices located in Minneapolis, Minn.

During the 10-week internship, Bartz worked as a business analyst in the corporation’s visual merchandising and marketing division. One of 236 interns recruited by Target for the summer, Bartz worked with her team on real business problems and issues at the corporate level. Both she and her team were evaluated on their performance on a weekly basis, which covered not only their individual and team strengths but areas of opportunity for improvement.

Bartz is a senior at the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities campus. She is studying fashion design - merchandising and marketing in the College of Design and the Carlson School of Business. On the last day of her internship, she was offered full-time employment with Target upon graduation from the University of Minnesota in May of 2015. She plans on

Hannah Bartz, Shell Lake High School graduate, is shown with the Target mascot, Bullseye.

— Photo submitted working at their headquarters in Minneapolis.

Bartz is the daughter of Sally Bartz, Shell Lake, and Mike Bartz, Grands Marais, Minn. — with submitted information

Washburn County accident report Kegema Road. Rau was not able to get the 2001 Ford Focus he was driving completely off the roadway. Janet Benson, 70, Washburn, struck the open driver side door of Rau’s vehicle as she passed him westbound in a 2005 Toyota Corola. Rau was still inside the vehicle when the door was struck. Both drivers said that the setting sun was a factor in the accident. Neither driver was injured but Rau’s vehicle sustained severe damage to the driver’s side door. Benson’s vehicle sustained severe damage to the front passenger side.

At approximately 8:10 p.m., Jason Kisting, 35, Barron, was northbound on Hwy. 63 in the city of Shell Lake, 200 feet from Industrial Boulevard, when he hit a deer.

Kisting was driving a 2013 Ford Explorer, which sustained minor damage to the front.

Saturday, Sept. 27 At approximately 5:30 a.m., Sara Hammond, 30, Ladysmith, was southbound on Hwy. 53 in the Town of Sarona, a quarter mile north of Duck Pond Road, when she swerved to miss a deer in the road-

way. Hammond lost control of the 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo she was driving and drove down into the marshy ditch.

Hammond and passenger Robert Hammond, 20, Hayward, were both uninjured and had been wearing seat belts. The vehicle appeared undamaged except for the water that came into the passenger side.

The vehicle was towed from the scene.

Hammond was issued a citation for not having automobile insurance. — Danielle H. Moe with information from the Washburn County Sheriff’s Office

C O M M U N I T Y H A P P E N I N G S Monday: First Friends Playgroup open to all children, 10 a.m.noon. Focus on infants and caregivers with sensory stimulation and movement experiences. Art project materials provided, closes with circle music time and instrument exploration. Lakeland Family Resource Center, 314 Elm St., Spooner.

Monday & Thursday: Washburn County Alzheimer’s Day Respite Program, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, Spooner. Daily fee includes lunch, program of crafts, exercise, games, music, quiet time.

Call 715-635-4367.

Tuesday: Women Healing Women support group, every other Tuesday, 4-5:30 p.m. Contact Time-Out Family Abuse Shelter Outreach office at 103 Oak St., Spooner, WI 54801.

Tuesday & Friday: Shell Lake Farmers Market, 2-6 p.m., by the campground and community center. For more information call 715468-7836.

Wednesday: Lakeland Family Resource Center, 314 Elm St., Spooner, open from noon-3 p.m. Kidstime-Parentime 10 a.m.-noon.

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Last Wednesday of the month, potluck at 11:15 a.m.

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

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

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

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

Saturday: The Washburn County Genealogy Research Room, 106-1/2 2nd Ave. Museum Hewitt Building, Shell Lake, is closed. Call 715-635-7937 for more information or to make a reservation during the winter, weather permitting.

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National Newspaper Week

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ctober is a month that acknowledges many things during its 31 days. Among them are National Dental Hygiene Month, World Alzheimer’s Month, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Financial Planning Month and National Co-op Month. During October National Newspaper Week is also held.

Since the Washburn County Register is part of the Inter-County Cooperative Publishing Association, this is our month to acknowledge co-ops. Since Oct. 5-11 is National Newspaper Week we can double up on sharing with our readers our rich history.

As I reflect on the years I have been associated with the ICCPA, I recall our former pressman Ray Linden.

When I was at the beginning of my newspaper career, Ray was at the age I am today. When contemplating that, I can’t help but wonder how younger employees view those of us that have been with the company for decades. We have many employees working for ICCPA that have surpassed over 30 years with our company. Ray retired after 40 years.

Many changes have occurred in the newspaper business over the years with the advancement of technology. Today it is very rare to see a typewriter in use.

Although Ray was the last linotype operator in our print shop, he welcomed new technology and took computer lessons when PCs became available.

Ray was there at the beginning of ICCPA. He was 9 years old when his father joined with a neighbor to raise funds to start a newspaper aimed to serve the people, including struggling farmers, with a forum for viewpoints and ideas. The year was 1933. Ray shared about how he worked through the night with his father and others to get the first issue of the InterCounty Leader to press. In 1949, Ray was hired as a pressman. He operated everything from the linotype to sheetfed presses and adapted to offset printing when it became part of the cooperative’s operation in the 1960s.

Today it is still advertising that generates the income to pay our bills. The following comment was published in the Jan. 24, 1925, edi-

tion of the Register. “No time to weep. This is no time to weep, curse the cards, or wring your hands while you stand behind the counter with a face long enough to eat cats out of a churn. Start out the New Year right by using that great business tonic called, Advertising.

Publicity is like a pebble thrown into a placid pool of water. The waves it creates radiate and expand until one never knows how far it goes nor the good it accomplishes.”

It was in 1924 that the Register placed an ad that read, “We will exchange. To those desiring, and having the proper medium of exchange, we will barter for subscriptions, delinquent, renewals or new subscribers. We are in the exchange market for eggs, must be strictly fresh; butter, must be A1 dairy; vegetables and poultry, also wood, dry or green, but not punk. In the absence of any of the above mentioned, we would still be willing to accept the American dollar.”

At the newspaper office today, I am able to accept

Ray Linden operating the linotype. — File photos of ICCPA

On Oct. 11, 1978, the web press was running full steam ahead with pressman Ray Linden shown on the right. Doug Engdahl caught the papers coming off the conveyer belt. Lynn Runnels bundle tied the papers before they were placed in mail sacks and were ready for delivery.

Discover, MasterCard, Visa, a personal check, and yes the American dollar. I’m not able to make the exchanges that were suggested 90 years ago. But if you gifted me with a cookie as you renewed your subscription or paid for advertising, I would probably accept it along with the type of payments mentioned above.

Beyond the office door • Suzanne Johnson Area writers corner Save time for the birds

by Sylvia Oberle It sings a lot! The male brown thrasher has the largest documented song repertoire of all North American birds — 1,100 song types. I’ve heard at least a few of those songs firsthand. Why? Because a pair of brown thrashers surprised me when they flew into my yard this summer. That was good luck, since I couldn’t get on the trail to do my birding due to thunderstorms and mosquitos. It was a real treat. Those birds I hadn’t seen before flew in and nested. Like a special gift, they came to me right here at home.

The brown thrasher has a rusty-red long tail that is quite striking. A streaked breast and two white wing bars are markings on both male and female. I would see them often eating insects on the lawn. The female lays four or five pale blue eggs with brown markings and the incubation time is 11 to 14 days. Their migration is to the southern states.

The birders say it has been a good year for brown

The male brown thrasher has the largest documented song repertoire of all North American birds. — Photo by Sylvia Oberle thrashers and also for orioles and warblers. But it hasn’t been the best for chimney swifts. Their habitat

in hollow trees and cliffs has been disappearing. They fly down chimneys and are trapped there. Modern-day chimneys often have metal inside and the birds can’t cling to the sides. The Wisconsin Chimney Swift Working Group is asking people to count the swifts and report to WisconsineBird.org. However, you may have to count by fives since they fly fast and close together.

Now is the time to watch the fall migration. According to a naturalist’s survey, taking time, relaxing, watching birds in your own backyard is helpful to your health. Even a half-hour a week can make a difference.

Watching the many species with their variety of color and song can bring a sense of wonder to you.

Migration is a good time to look up and watch for birds. Cedar waxwings are among the first to fly south.

Killdeer and sandhills are still here but will be leaving soon. The ultralight is on its way leading the whooping cranes to Florida and Canada geese are busy honking and forming their V’s.

So as the old saying goes, “keep your chin up,” and watch for birds. Best yet, you don’t have to travel far because your own backyard is just fine.

Items being collected in Rice Lake for overseas troops RICE LAKE — Please join the M*A*S*H cast and Kitchen & Floor Decor in collecting items for overseas troops. The focus is on most popular food items: Beef jerky, granola bars, fruit bars, dried fruit, hard candy, gum, powdered drinks/water flavoring, small bags of

coffee, snack bars and bags of nuts and trail mix.

Items may be dropped off at Northern Star Theatre Company on show nights, which are Friday and Saturday, Oct. 16 and 17, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, Oct. 23, 24 and 25, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 19 and 26,

at 2 p.m. Tickets are available online at the NSTC website: northernstartheatre-co.org or call the theater for a reservation at 715-736-4444. NSTC is located at 104 S. Main St. in downtown Rice Lake on the Red Cedar River.

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Teen Read Week at public library In observance of Teen Read Week SHELL LAKE — In observance of Teen Read Week, students in grades 7-12 are invited to come to the Shell

Lake Public Library the week of Oct. 13 through 17, from 3:30-5 p.m., for games, snacks and fun. Students may ride the bus to the library if they have permission.

Teens may enter their name — one per day — for a chance to win one of the following prizes: One of three

game baskets that contain a game, candy, pop and other goodies, or a Kindle Fire HD. Drawing will be held Monday, Oct. 20. — from SLPL

Tech classes continue at the library SHELL LAKE — Tech ed classes are continuing at the Shell Lake Public Library. Classes still available will include Monday, Oct. 16, 3-4:30 p.m., Microsoft Excel; Friday, Oct. 10, 10:30-noon, Searches, Email and Cloud Services; Monday, Oct. 13, 3-4:30 p.m., E-Reader Basics;

and Friday, Oct. 17, 10:30–noon, E-Reader Basics.

In addition to tech classes, the library will offer tech time Friday, Oct. 10, 12:30-4 p.m.; and Friday, Oct. 17, 12:30–3:30 p.m. Tech time will be devoted to helping patrons on a one-on-one basis. You may come into the li-

brary anytime during tech time for help. Patrons will be served on a first-come, first-served basis. All tech classes and tech times are free. — from SLPL

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Lawmakers call for action over train stoppages in rural communities Stoppages frequently block traffic in Solon Springs

NORTHWEST WISCONSIN — Three northern lawmakers have called upon the Wisconsin Railroad Commissioner to utilize the maximum authority of his office to hold rail companies accountable for train stoppages that block rail crossings and cause disruptions to citizens of Wisconsin.

In a letter to Commissioner Jeff Plale, Sen. Bob Jauch, D-Poplar, Reps. Nick Milroy, D-South Range, and Janet Bewley, D-Ashland, expressed concern that an increase in train stoppages cause disruption to citizens and presents serious safety concerns for emergency responders.

The legislators offices have received numerous contacts from concerned citizens in Solon Springs where as many as 20 trains going as fast as 50 miles per hour run through the small community each day. “When the

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Larry Samson | Staff writer SHELL LAKE — A special benefit for Stephanie Gramberg will be held Saturday, Oct. 11, at Becky’s in Shell Lake. The fundraiser will run from 3 p.m. until the fun stops. A spaghetti dinner will be served along with a live auction, paddle wheel, Chinese auction and kid-friendly activities. All proceeds will be going to help the Lee and Stephanie Gramberg family with their medical expenses.

Stephanie was diagnosed with cancer on July 3. It had progressed to her bones. The doctors prepared her for the worst, believing that the cancer was too far advanced. Stephanie was determine that she was going to beat this no matter what the doctors said. She has three children — Dani, Tyler and Austin — in her loving, caring family, more children if you count all the 4-H and Washburn County Horse Project children she has helped and mentored. With the help of family, friends and community she is winning in her battle with cancer.

In September, after months of intense chemotherapy, she received the news that her cancer was in remission and she will be starting radiation treatments. She remains positive in spite of the pain and sickness caused from the chemo, determined to live so that her youngest son, Austin, would not have to go through the heartbreak of losing another loved one. Austin, who is a high school freshman, lost his father, Wayne Schultz, in a tragic snowmobile accident and years later a grandfather

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du Lac where a train was stopped for over five hours, blocking numerous crossings and snarling traffic. “We are also aware of a situation in Auburndale in Wood County where when a train stops it virtually traps the residents of a particular neighborhood. Junction City in Portage County is also experiencing similar train stoppages that are causing significant problems for that community,” they said.

“We appreciate the increase in rail traffic as well as its benefits to Wisconsin’s economy, however, something must be done to address this critical safety issue as quickly as possible,” they said.

“The Federal Railroad Administration encourages railroads to be good corporate citizens and work with state and local officials to eliminate or reduce the effects of blocked crossings. It appears as though they are not willing to do it on their own, so we call upon you to do whatever you can to address these concerns.” — from the offices of Jauch, Milroy and Bewley

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trains aren’t running through town, they often stop for a shift change or to switch tracks creating a barrier which hinders travel of ordinary citizens, school buses and students, and emergency response vehicles,” said the lawmakers.

The lawmakers pointed to a recent 30-minute rail blockage that occurred during a visit by Plale to Solon Springs. “During the lengthy delay we observed that the blocked passage slowed commercial and residential traffic and would have impeded an emergency vehicle if it was responding to a call at that time.”

“This kind of blockage occurs all the time in Solon Springs and no doubt occurs throughout Wisconsin. It appears that the railroads don’t seem to care. They must be held accountable, and steps must be taken to reduce the number of delays in Wisconsin,” they said.

Communities throughout the state are experiencing similar problems. The lawmakers pointed out that recent news stories relayed a situation in the Town of Fond

This was truly a total community effort.

Special Thanks To: Home & Away Ministries of Pine City for providing the truckload of potatoes; Ruby’s Pantry hosted by Washburn County Food Distribution; ICAA - Connections staff and volunteers; members of the Continuum of Care (COC) team for developing and executing a flawless distribution plan; Spooner/Trego Lions and Kiwanis for the much needed personnel staffing for traffic control on short notice; Washburn County Fair Board for use of their grounds and to John Hills who was so very helpful; Arrow Building Center for providing Pat and forklift; to all those unnamed but important individuals who answered the call, volunteered and got the job done!!!

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Stephanie Gramberg sits beside her son, Austin. Husband Lee is shown in the back. A benefit for the family is set for Saturday, Oct. 11, at Becky’s. — Photo by Larry Samson that he was very close to.

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Richter completes first marathon Raises funds for Semper Fi Fund and WCAHS Dr. Lee

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SPOONER — Dawn Richter, member of the Spooner Police Department staff, recently did her first marathon. “Since I love running and I love animals, I decided to make my recent attempt at my first marathon race into a fundraising effort,” stated Richter.

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Dawn Richter of the Spooner Police Department recently finished her first marathon.

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Fi Fund, a nonprofit set up to provide immediate financial support for wounded, critically ill and injured members of the post-9/11 U.S. Armed Forces and their families, Richter decided to add one of her own personal favorites and raised money for the Washburn County Humane Society as well. “I have adopted many pets from WCAHS and other shelters, and feel like the work these agencies do to help homeless and neglected animals is very important. However, partly due to having my own animals to take care of, I haven’t always had funds available to donate when I wanted to.” Richter saves aluminum cans and weight circles, but thanks to a number of generous friends and church members, she was able to donate $272.20, so far, for doing the race.

For those of you who are not into recreational running, a marathon is 26.2 miles.

“Those last five miles seemed way harder than the first 10, but when it started getting tough, I remembered that I had to keep going, because I had the support of others who were helping the animals with me, and there was no way I could quit.

Honestly, what actually felt better to me after accomplishing my very first marathon was not the shirt, the prize or the congratulations from my fellow runners, but handing over the donations to Penny at the humane society. That was a wonderful feeling. If anyone meant to donate and hasn’t gotten around to it, I encourage you to do so still, and get in on the good feeling. And you don’t even have to run yourself,” she added. — from WCAHS

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Oktoberfest celebration held in Shell Lake

People dance and enjoyed the harvest atmosphere at the third-annual Oktoberfest on Saturday, Oct. 4, organized by the Shell Lake Arts Center and the Shell Lake Chamber of Commerce.

The Tommy Bentz Band provided great music and entertainment for Oktoberfest attendees. Tommy Bentz is an alumni of the Shell Lake Arts Center and is the SLAC rock band camp program director.

These girlfriends had a great time, especially when two of them won gift baskets they had their eyes on. Shown (L to R): Darla Lucas, Tina Dorner, Shannon Klopp, Stefanie Naessen and Sandy Trudelle.

Adam Lundberg and Tara Burns announce the winners for the silent auction items.

There were 20 businesses showcased at the festival this year.

New businesses included Gordy’s Country Market, Scoop “N” Brew and Yoder’s Amish Style Bakery.

Yoder’s plans to open soon in Shell Lake.

Raffle and silent auction prizes wait to be won by lucky Oktoberfestgoers. Donations from over 60 businesses and individuals helped make the fundraising event possible.

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A homecoming to remember for Spooner students

The rain, snow and cold winds did not dampen the spirits of the Rail fans. While the weather canceled the parade it created memories that will last a lifetime.

The Spooner yearbook had five photographers out covering the homecoming game. Teacher and adviser Katrina Dohm was holding the umbrella for photographer Erica Bauer.

Photos by Larry Samson

Larissa Schmock waves to the crowd as Austin Barbrick escorts her to the gym.

The 2014 Spooner homecoming king and queen are Marcus Esters and Kenzie Hanson. They were crowned at a special coronation held during the pep rally on Friday, Oct. 3.

Sophia Meaux is showing her school spirit and being creative at the same time.

Dana Danger is riding high on the shoulders of Rick Lauterback while celebrating the homecoming win. It is a Spooner tradition for the players and fans to pose for a group photo under the scoreboard. Having defeated the Barron Bears, the cold rain and snow could not keep them from celebrating their win.

Cassidy Quinton poses with the Spooner mascot, Roadie.

The 2014 Spooner homecoming prince and princess are Desi Fielding and Alex Grubbs.

ABOVE: Junior high players served cold drinks and warm desserts. Shown (L to R): Kayla Ferguson, Laci Zeller, Mckenzie Townson-Lahff, Samantha Johnson, Morgan Taylor, Monica Plesums and Alexis Goodman.

RIGHT: The Spooner volleyball team held a fundraising dinner before the homecoming football game on Friday, Oct. 3.

Parents, players and fans volunteered, serving a chicken dinner to help stay warm on a cold October night.

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Pink Night in Spooner

Larry Samson | Staff writer SPOONER — On Thursday, Oct. 2, the Spooner volleyball team played Bloomer in a home game that was dedicated as Pink Night. It also served as Senior Night, a time for the team to show their appreciation and to honor the seniors who have put in countless hours playing and learning volleyball. Katie Gobel, Megan Meisberger, Dana Danger, Kenzie Hanson and Sammy Osborn have been important players on the teams throughout the years. “They are wonderful ladies on and off the court,” coach Melissa Smith said of her seniors.

“It was a tough loss for our varsity team as we made some critical decisions that lost us the match. We are working out things mentally, emotionally and physically, to take our game to the next level,” Smith said after the game. “It is great to see that we can play right along with Bloomer though and I am very proud of all the work the girls have put in so far.”

Spooner lost three games, 14-25, 19-25 and 26-28. “I’d like to thank everyone who

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came out for our pink nights during middle school volleyball, soccer, football and high school volleyball,” Smith added. The team raised a little over $300; the money will be donated to the Mayo Cancer Research Program this year.

On homecoming Friday, for the football tailgate dinner, 80 volleyball players, parents and coaches served more than 300 meals. “We thank all for coming out to this great event. Thank you goes to River Street Family Restaurant for preparing all the food and for donating the chicken and rolls. We are grateful for the support from all.”

The varsity team will travel to Hayward on Saturday, Oct. 11, for the conference tournament. This was originally to be held at Spooner but was moved due to the condition of the middle school bleachers. Play begins at 9 a.m. The other teams playing will be Bloomer, Barron, Northwestern and Chetek.

Dana Danger dives for the dig. Spooner played well but lost three games to a strong Bloomer team on Thursday, Oct. 2.

LEFT: Emily Beehler with a dig. She is a versatile player and spends much of her time on the net attacking or blocking.

A l e x Grubbs with an attack against Bloomer in the Pink Night game held Thursday, Oct. 2.

The team earned $300 that will be donated to the Mayo Research Program.

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RIGHT: Katie Gobel tips the ball over the Bloomer defenders.

High school cross-country team competes at Cumberland CUMBERLAND — The Shell Lake High School cross-country team participated in the Cumberland Invitational on Monday, Sept. 29. It was their only meet last week. As it was a high school only meet, the middle school runners had a week to rest from competition.

“The students running at the meet all improved from their times the week before and almost all had their best or second best times of the year,” stated coach Katrina Granzin.

The team is closing in on the season and will be having one meet a week from now on. Tuesday, Oct. 7, they were in Hayward and next week the conference meet is Tuesday, Oct. 14, in Grantsburg.

The girls team competed against Northwestern, Cameron, Bloomer, Hayward and Cumberland. Taking a fifthplace team rank, runners for Shell Lake and their times were Meredith Kevan, 22:18.8; Emily Parish, 23:47.5; Julia Pokorny, 24.:08.1; Clare Walker, 25:08.4; Lauren Osborn, 25:46.2; Alyssa Hodgett, 27:16.3; and Emma Crosby, 27:37.5.

Competing against Drummond, Hayward, Northwestern, Cameron, Bloomer, Spooner and Barron, the Shell Lake boys finished with the following times: Daniel Parish, 20:49.1; Marty Anderson, 21:54.4; Linden Nelson, 22:00.2; Nathaniel

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Runners for the Shell Lake High School cross-country team are back row (L to R): Nathaniel Swan, Marty Anderson, Seth Olson, Daniel Parish, Clare Walker, Ashlea Meister, Julia Pokorny, Linden Nelson and Brandon Hovel. Front: Sabrina Skindzelewski, Dakota Robinson, Meredith Kevan, Alyssa Hodgett, Emily Parish and Phabien Sturtze. — Photo by Larry Samson Swan, 22:15.8; Seth Olson, 22:24.9; Brandon Hovel, 25:09.5; and Phabien Sturtz, 25:24.2. — with submitted information

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Friday, Oct. 10: Homecoming versus Clear Lake, 7 p.m.

Friday, Oct. 17: At Clayton, 7 p.m.

Cross country

JV2 at 4:30 p.m.; JV1 at 6 p.m.; Varsity 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 9: At Northwood Tuesday, Oct. 14: Prairie Farm at Shell Lake Thursday, Oct. 16: At Cameron Saturday, Oct. 18: Tournament at Shell Lake, 9 a.m.

Tuesday, Oct. 14: Conference meet at Grantsburg, 4 p.m.

Volleyball

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Digging Pink Coach Jessica Butterfield Furchtenicht shows her old form as she goes on the attack, playing on the coaches team for the Dig Pink Finding a Cure fundraising event.

Jillian Furchtenicht, Chloe Buch and Candace Buch are volunteering to sell 50/50 tickets for the fundraising event. The Dig Pink event raised $1,100. The funds will be going to Stephanie Gramberg to help with medical costs.

Laci Green is a little nervous at the serving line as her father, Kevin, is sitting behind her watching her every move.

Former Shell Lake all-star volleyball player Rachel Schmidt, playing against the players she coaches at the Dig Pink game.

Freshman Arianna Schreiber sets the ball near the line.

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Reunion for 2004 Shell Lake state football team to be held during homecoming A view from the official’s stand at the Dig Pink Finding a Cure fundraising event held at the Shell Lake School on Tuesday, Sept. 30. It was a special night of volleyball with five different Shell Lake teams. In the end the coaches team, with all their experience, won out, going undefeated.

SHELL LAKE — The Shell Lake School District would like to welcome back the 2004 state football team for a 10-year reunion.

On Friday, Oct. 10, at 7 p.m., the Shell Lake Lakers will be playing the Clear Lake Warriors for their annual homecoming game. During halftime, the 2004 state

players will be announced along with their position and graduation year.

Jim Campbell would like the 2004 team to meet at Becky’s at 5 p.m. for a short reunion and tailgate prior to the game.

If you have any further questions please contact Campbell at campbellj@shelllake. k12.wi.us. — from SLSD

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Alex Mason eludes one Barron defender and takes on two more defenders on this kickoff return.

Desi Fielding is going through the Barron defenders to score from the 3-yard line. That was his third touchdown of the game.

No. 23, Desi Fielding, got a hero’s welcome in the end zone from his teammates after his second touchdown. It was a wet and wild homecoming game.

Alex Daniels was the most important member of the team as Spooner beat Barron, 54-0, in their homecoming game on Friday, Oct. 3. As the ball boy he had the difficult task of keeping the game ball dry and available for the officials.

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More Spooner/Shell Lake soccer AJ Christner high kicks the ball, sending it back at the Osceola goal. The Spooner/Shell Lake Rails lost a Middle Border Conference soccer game, 1-8, to Osceola in a home game on Monday, Sept. 29.

Photos by Larry Samson Drew Hasbrock passes the ball against the Osceola defender.

With the Osceola goalkeeper on the ground after a block, Leon Armbuster has an opportunity to score if he can get control of the ball. He was the lone scorer for the Rails.

Spooner defender Ryan Silvis with a header in front of the Spooner goal. Spooner goalkeeper Jake Sacco is keeping an eye on the ball as Billy Hagberg and Andrew Emerson come in to help.

Third- and fourth-grade football Koy Hopke is taking advantage and running through a hole created by blocks from Alex Kissack and Aiden Smith.

Photos by Larry Samson Brady Lehnherr runs ahead of the Northwestern defenders on this end-around play. Shell Lake played well against a much bigger school, losing 24-14 in a home game on Saturday, Oct. 4.

Tyler Dorweiler sacks the Northwestern quarterback as Alex Kissack and Aiden Smith come to assist.

The 2014 third- and fourth-grade football team shown back row (L to R): Jack Brunberg, Tyler Dorweiler, Jay Steines, Alex Kissack, Brady Lehnherr, Koy Hopke and Aiden Smith. Front: Mark Skluzacek, Kevin Retzlaff, Travis Swan, Malachi Trudell, Lucas Jacobson, Cody Sylvester, Dalton Schroeder and Evan Fisher. Donovan Balts and Jameson Lucas were missing for the game.

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AREA CHURCHES Episcopal

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

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

Thursday morning prayer 8:15; Mass 9:30 a.m.

Lake Park Alliance

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Northwoods Baptist

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

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

Sunday service: 6 p.m.

Wednesday service: 7 p.m.

Spooner Baptist

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

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

Sunday evening service 6 p.m.

Wed. evening service 6:30 p.m.

Catholic

St. Joseph’s Catholic

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

Books and Coffee: Tues. 9 a.m.

St. Catherine’s Catholic

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

St. Francis de Sales

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

Sunday Mass: 10 a.m.

St. Alban’s

W3114 Church Rd., Sarona Pastor Mary Strom Sunday worship 9 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m.

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

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

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

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 Mondays 2 p.m.

Church of the Nazarene

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

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Spooner Wesleyan

Hwy. 70 W, Spooner spoonerwesleyan.org 715-635-2768 Senior Pastor Ron Gormong; Pastor Brian Scramlin, Assistant Pastor; Pastor Patrick Cooper, Student Ministries; Pastor LeRoy Drake, Pastoral Care; 9 and 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship and 9 a.m. Sunday School and ABF; 10 a.m. Third Place Cafe; 10:30 a.m. Worship; Wednesday - 6:30 p.m. Family night, kids, youth and adult programming, nursery provided.

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Methodist

United Methodist

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

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

(Missouri Synod) South of Spooner off Hwy. 63 W7148 Luther Rd. Pastor Brent Berkesch 715-635-8167 Sunday Worship, 8 a.m. with Holy Communion 2nd, 4th and 5th Sunday. Praise worship: 10:30 a.m. with Holy Communion 1st, 3rd and 5th Sunday. Sunday school: 9:15 a.m. Lutheran Hour on WJMC 96.1 FM Radio at 9 a.m.

Sundays

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

Sunday School 10:15 a.m..

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

School School, 9:15 a.m.

Office hours: Monday Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Lutheran

Faith Lutheran

Nazarene

Long Lake Lutheran Church

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

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

Sarona Methodist Pastor Steve Miller Sunday Worship 9 a.m.

United Methodist

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

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

SKJOLD PHOTOS

Alliance

trife is an enemy in God’s church.

Throughout Christian history strife has betrayed Jesus as head of the church.

When the Lord leads, there is no strife.

Find like-minded fellowship this week in church.

Other

Cornerstone Christian

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

Wednesday: Bible study and prayer, 6:30 p.m.

Trego Community Church

Pastor John Iaffaldano W5635 Park St. Trego, WI 54888, 715-635-8402 Sunday School 9:15 a.m.

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. prayer meeting; Youth group, 6:30 p.m.; Kids program, AWANA, ages 4 - grade 6, 6:30 p.m.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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

Philippians 4:1-9 Exodus 32:1-14

Matthew 22:1-14

Psalm 106:1-6, 19-23

Revised Common Lectionary © 1992 by the Consultation on Common Texts for

Sunday, October 12, 2014 Eighteenth Sunday After Pentecost e often hear phrases such as “I just didn’t have W enough time,” or “I ran out of time,” or “If I only had more time.” Time seems to elude all of us. Yet all of

us try to regulate our lives by time. We wear watches, have watches and are “clock watchers.”

One of the most interesting facts about time, however, is that it reveals our priorities. If we say that we love our wife and children, yet have little time for them or to be with them, our words are meaningless. If we say that we love our Lord and Savior, yet have no time for church or take no time to serve him, our behavior mocks us and cancels our words. Our priorities are what matter.

Our priorities are known to us and visible to others by the time we spend on things.

Psalm 24 makes a bold statement: “The earth is the Lord’s and everything in it.” It reflects the words that introduce us to God: “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth!” This verse states that God was the creator. Furthermore, this Psalm states that the earth and everything in it belongs to him. If so, he is to be the priority of our lives and everything we do is to be an act of worship - honoring him in all that we do.

This Psalm clearly announces the kingship of God. We are quick to recognize God as creator but that is not enough for him. As our creator-king, he has every right to expect us, his subjects, to place him first and foremost in our lives. We know he is our priority when we honor him by what we do with our time. Visit us at SowerMinstries.org

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Washburn County Area Humane Society

ADOPTABLE PETS OF THE WEEK You will not believe it, it’s happened again, It’s things just like this, makes your patience wear thin.

A sweet mama kitty, left at our back door, With two little kittens, thank God there weren’t more.

The mama was starving, she couldn’t eat enough, Plus nursing two kittens, that had to be tough.

She drank lots of water and ate lots of food, To see her content showed us her gratitude.

Both mama and kittens are all doing fine, For a small, skinny cat, she’s one feisty feline.

To the person that left her, this you need to hear, A pet is a privilege, have I made myself clear.

So please don’t have pets, if you’re not gonna care, I suggest that you go out and buy a stuffed bear.

Cats for adoption: 3-year-old female brown/black shorthair tiger; 1-year-old spayed black/brown shorthair tiger; 2-year-old neutered black/white shorthair; 3-1/2-month-old gray/white male shorthair; 3-monthold male shorthair tiger; 3-month-old black shorthair; 9-week-old white/brown/black medium-hair; 8-weekold shorthair tortie; 2-year-old shorthair calico and her two kittens, one orange and one tortie; 2-year-old male gray/white shorthair with frostbitten ears; 12-week-old shorthair orange tiger; 8-year-old spayed/declawed medium-hair calico; 3-year-old neutered tan longhair; two 9-week-old female black kittens; 3-1/2-month-old male shorthair tiger; 9-week-old female gray shorthair and many new kittens from 5 weeks old up.

Dogs for adoption: 3-year-old neutered brown/ white Staffordshire terrier mix; 6-1/2-year-old neutered white Chihuahua; 6-year-old spayed brown Chihuahua; 5-year-old neutered tan/white Chihuahua and a 2-year-old neutered tan boxer/hound mix.

Please visit our website at wcahs.com and remember to spay and neuter your pets. Please drop off your unwanted scrap metal items in the dumpster located at the shelter to help raise money for WCAHS.

Located at 1400 Cottonwood Ave. in Spooner (Behind the county fairgrounds)

715-635-4720 wcahs.com

Senior lunch menu

Monday, Oct. 13: Chili with cheese, sour cream, crackers, banana, corn muffin.

Tuesday, Oct. 14: Chicken Alfredo over wholewheat penne pasta, brussels sprouts, peach halves.

Shell Lake Dining at 5.

Wednesday, Oct. 15: Baked ham, cheesy hash-brown casserole, green beans, pina colada parfait.

Thursday, Oct. 16: Hamburger stroganoff casserole, candied carrots, apple pie.

Friday, Oct. 17: Meat loaf, mashed potatoes, gravy, buttered beets, mixed berries.

Meal reservations must be made at least 24 hours in advance, call your senior center to confirm. Menu subject to change. All meals served with bread, butter, coffee, milk and water.

Fall German Dinner Faith Lutheran Church

(Located on Luther Rd. on the south end of Spooner)

Wednesday, October 15, 4:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Menu: Roast Pork, Sauerkraut, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Mixed Vegetables, Applesauce, Dumplings, Dinner Rolls & Black Forest Cake.

Adults:

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Carryout Available

Free

Music by Joey & The Pickled Herring Join us for food and fellowship!

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Send death notices/obituaries to P.O. Box 455, Shell Lake, WI 54871 or email news@wcregisternewsroom.com

Shirley A. Quinton Shirley A. Quinton, 74, Shell Lake, died Monday, Sept. 29, 2014, at the Rice Lake Convalescent Center.

She was born June 28, 1940, in Greenville, Ohio, to Donovan and Opal (Turner) Clark.

She was married in Rushville, Ind., on Nov. 16, 1968, to Richard Quinton. Shirley enjoyed crocheting, working in her vegetable and flower gardens, cooking, baking and playing cards.

She was a member of the Eastern Star and the Tuesday Club. Shirley was very active as a 4-H leader and very well known for her $25 coffee cake.

Shirley is survived by her husband, Richard, Shell Lake; daughters, Robin Bolduc, Brandon, Fla., and Angie (Kevin) Wohlford, Spooner; sons, Don (Carrie) Quinton, Shell Lake, and Bruce (Janice) Quinton, Pepin; and 11 grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Kent; sister, Donna; and great-grandson, Tucker.

Funeral services were held Oct. 2 at Lakeview Methodist Church, Hertel, with the Rev. Jack Starr officiating. Burial was in Lakeview Cemetery, Hertel. Pallbearers were Hunter Huth, Richard Quinton, Seth Quinton, Tim Wohlford, Bryce Quinton and Cassidy Quinton. Honorary pallbearers were Hank Mangelsen, Don Israel, Don Quinton, Kevin Wohlford, Don Grunnes, Richard Melton and Maynard Mangelsen.

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

Marion D. Dahlgren Marion D. Dahlgren, 96, Shell Lake, died Thursday, Sept. 25, 2014, at Deerfield Gables in New Richmond.

She was born July 11, 1918, in Rice Lake, to Dan and Carrie (Pearsall) Pearson. Marion attended school in the Cameron/Rice Lake area.

She was married in Pine City, Minn., on June 8, 1941, to Carl Dahlgren, who preceded her in death on July 7, 2000. They enjoyed 59 years of marriage.

Marion worked at Shell Lake hospital for many years and helped to deliver some of her grandchildren. Marion always dreamed of becoming a nurse and loved being a homemaker. She loved to make large breakfasts with lots of bacon for her family. Marion loved to cook for her family and friends. She was a loving wife, mother, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother and also great-greatgrandma. Marion loved the babies and always seemed to have one on her lap. She enjoyed shopping, the Packers, stopping for pie and coffee and traveling. Marion enjoyed traveling and made many trips to Indiana to see her family. Playing cards with her family and friends was a favorite pastime of hers where there was always a lot of laughs that went along with it. Marion made good friends while she was at the Deerfield Gables Care

Center. More than anything, Marion loved her church and Lord and Savior.

Marion is survived by her daughters, Karen (Chuck) Moser, Columbia City, Ind., Mary (Fallis) Aldridge, Fort Wayne, Ind., and Debra (Scott) Faust, Somerset; sons, LeRoy (Lynn) Dahlgren, Shell Lake, Leon Dahlgren, St. Paul, Minn., James (Jacque) Dahlgren, Spooner, Larry Dahlgren, Fort Wayne, Ind., and Dennis (Julie) Dahlgren, Fort Wayne, Ind.; 27 grandchildren; 64 great-grandchildren; and eight great-great-grandchildren, including step-grandchildren, step-great-grandchildren and step-great-great-grandchildren; and many, many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband; sister, Rosella Hubbard; two stepsisters; two stepbrothers; and daughter-in-law, Cheryl Dahlgren.

Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, Oct. 10, at Shell Lake United Methodist Church with the Rev. Steve Miller officiating. Burial of cremains will be in Shell Lake Cemetery. Friends may call from 10-11 a.m. on Friday at the church.

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

Witt brothers to share in Trego TREGO — Avid hunters Mark and Dan Witt will be sharing at the Trego Community Church on Saturday, Oct. 11, at 7 p.m.

After years of grief, anger and pain after a mistakenidentity hunting accident took the life of their father, they share about how they have found peace. Their

story, Following Our Father, was published in the January 2012 edition of Field and Stream magazine.

Refreshments and auction of hunting gear and related items will follow for Awana ministries.

The church is located at W5635 Park St. in Trego. — from Trego Community Church

Washburn County Court Nichole K. Hubbell, Springbrook, disorderly conduct, $493.00, probation, sent. withheld.

Dalton D. Knutson, Menomonie, disorderly conduct, $299.00, other sentence.

Benjamin A. Manteuffel, Spooner, disorderly conduct or resisting or obstructing an officer, $299.00.

Jeffrey J. Nerbun, Spooner, disorderly conduct, $243.00, local jail,, costs.

Tiffany M. Quio, Shell Lake, disorderly conduct or resisting or obstructing an officer, $299.00, community service.

Kenneth F. Trapp, Cedar, Minn., bail jumping, $243.00, probation, sent. withheld.

Lamondo D. Turrubiates, Wheeler, disorderly conduct, $2,440.25, restitution.

Dominick L. Violette, Trego, disorderly conduct, $299.00, probation, sent. withheld.

William R. Washkuhn, Spooner, possession of methamphetamine, probation, sent. withheld.

Logan J. Whinnery, Colfax, disorderly conduct, $2,440.25.

A-Accurate Concrete, New Auburn, operating vehicle excess width without permit, $200.50.

Zachary W. Chambers, Rice Lake, drink open intoxicants in motor vehicle, $200.50.

Debra D. Degner, Spooner, operating motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

Dalton T. Demers, Rice Lake, unnecessary acceleration, $213.10.

Donald D. Ebbert, Fort Atkinson, speeding, $200.50.

Eric F. Hammill, Ham Lake, Minn., operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.00.

Jason L. Hole, Stone Lake, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Melissa A. Jonasen, Lake Nebagamon, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Jesse W. Kauffman, Springbrook, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Pamela J. King, Spooner, issue worthless check(s), $248.83, restitution.

Michael K. Lakken, Sarona, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Chelsey A. Langley, Cameron, issue worthless check(s), $236.87.

Ronald J. Larson, Hayward, failure to yield while making left turn, $175.30; operating while revoked, $200.50.

Hobie S. Larson, Burlington, speeding, $276.10.

Crystal L. Leirmo, Chippewa Falls, speeding, $175.30.

Joshua D. Nelson, Poplar, interstate/ intrastate-driving requirements, $200.50.

Milton D. Olson, La Crosse, operating with restricted controlled substance, $817.50, license revoked 6 months, alcohol assessment.

Tracey M. Petersen, Minneapolis, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Theodore P. Rice, Barnes, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Linda L. Rumen, Hayward, speeding, $225.70.

James E. Smith, Yorkville, Ill., speeding, $250.90.

Rodney A. Stark, Boyceville, truck following too closely, $208.50.

Mary D. Stellrecht, Shell Lake, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.00.

Kali E. Thomas, Trempealeau, unlawful phone use, repeated harassment, $299.00.

Sean N. Timm, Plainfield, speeding, $200.50.

David M. Waroff, Cameron, issue worthless check(s), $274.87, restitution.

Randall D. Wilcox, Spooner, seat belt violation, $10.00.

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Barronett

by Judy Pieper

Wow! The weather around here can certainly change in a hurry, can’t it? I keep telling everyone that now that this little taste of what’s to come is done, we’ll have at least four more weeks of nice sunny weather. It seems as though we always get a false start to winter just to remind us that it’s time to start getting ready for the real thing. So, get those gardens cleaned up, cover the asparagus with chopped leaves, and put pine needles around the blueberries. You know the routine.

One of these years I’m going to point the car south about the first of October and drive until someone asks me why I have a plug-in hanging out of the grill of the car.

Mike Forster asked me to pass along the following note: “Barronett Civic Club extends gratitude to everyone who helped make Colorfest 2014 a success. Your donations and participation made this year’s Colorfest a great family outing. Without all of your generosity and hard work there would be no Colorfest. We had many suggestions for some new things, so please be ready in the spring to share those ideas at a meeting.”

Barronett Lutheran women met last Thursday evening for the regular monthly meeting. After some discussion, we decided that we would not be having the Scandinavian smorgasbord this year. As you probably know, our church is very small, and we just don’t have enough volunteers who are able to do everything that needs to be done for the smorgasbord. We appreciate everyone who has come to the dinner for the past nine years, and hope that we may be able to do it again next

Stone Lake Stone Lake’s 36th-annual Cranberry Festival is now history. The weekend was actually very nice even though we had a couple of inches of snow the night before.

The weather was a bit cool but the rain held off so people could get around and see the many exhibits and food booths.

The bake-off contest held on Saturday was a huge success with 39 entries. Thank you to all that entered this year, braving the cold, rain and snow.

The results are as follows: Junior grand prize: Hannah Zacharias. Cakes and desserts: Corrine Knight, first; and Hannah Zacharias, second and third. Cookies and bars: Hannah Zacharias first and second with no third-place entry. Pies: Hannah Zacharias, first and second, with no third-place entry. Breads and muffins: Martha Zacharias, first and second, with no third-place entry. Senior grand prize: Tanya Hofer. Cakes and desserts: Chandra Susedil, first; Lisa Ngo, second; and Janet Rowney, third. Cookies and bars: Jessica Falk, first; Lisa Ngo, second; and Gretchen Rasmussen, third; Pies: Tanya Hofer, first; Lynnet Gillette, second; and Martha Zacharias, third. Breads and muffins: Martha Zacharias, first; Brad Betlach, second; and Jodi Haugen, third.

Gratitude is extended to the following people who helped make this contest possible: Janet Rowney, Mickey Burke, Sue Rollinger, Dave Langham, Jane McAndrews, Jean Horvath, Barb Peterson, Jeanne Hornak and Terri Ulrich.

The Tuesday, Nov. 4, general election now requires an acceptable photo ID before casting a ballot. Please share this information with members of your household, friends and neighbors. Most

year. In the meantime, there are lots of other churches that put on a Scandinavian dinner at this time of year. The best one, of course, is Our Savior’s Lutheran over in Campia. Their dinner will be held on Saturday, Nov. 1. I’ll be there, and I hope to see you there, too.

Geri Pittman, Anitia Lehmann and I decided that it was time for a girls’ day out last Thursday. We went down to Ikea, had their delicious Swedish pancakes with lingonberry sauce, shopped, and then went back to the cafeteria for lunch.

It was sprinkling a little bit when we went into the store, and when we came out it was an absolute downpour. If you want to have a lot of fun, drive in Twin Cities traffic when the rain is falling so hard the windshield wipers can’t keep up. Luckily everyone was being pretty cautious, so we made it through without incident. We did have a great day though. It’s always good to get away from it all with a couple of good friends.

On Friday evening, Ilia Theese invited me to go to the Ceska Opera House in Haugen for “Long Live the Squeezebox XXVI” The accordion and concertina music was great! Mostly old-time polkas, waltzes and two-step kind of music, but some more modern things, too. And, the skits by the Uff-da Players between sets were hilarious. We had a great evening.

That is until we left the opera house and saw that the ground was white. The snow was coming down so hard that it made driving home difficult. C’mon, is anyone ready for this?

Friday was a special occasion at the Forrestal home. It was John and Nancy’s

smell of the sauerkraut fermenting in our house has been successfully obliterated.

I couldn’t stand it any longer, so, last Wednesday, I canned it. I’m sure it will taste good with pork this winter, but right now I hope I don’t have to do anything more with it for a long time.

Oh, by the way, Geri Pittman gave me a recipe using pork sausage and sauerkraut that sounds like it will be delicious. I’d be glad to share it with you if you give me a call. I also have a recipe from Rachel Gullickson that calls for sauerkraut, pork chops and noodles that’s really good.

Maybe we should all get together and publish a cookbook.

There is a new cook helping Debbie at the Red Brick. I haven’t had a chance to meet him yet, but Duane said that he seems to be fitting in nicely. Sounds like he’s had a lot of experience cooking in restaurants. When you’re in town, stop by, say hello, and have a meal.

Our sympathy goes out to the family of Cathy Clark, who passed away last week. Please keep Cathy’s family in your prayers as they go through this time of sorrow.

I think that’s about all I know from Barronett this week. Remember, get all your outside work done. Winter is coming. See you later.

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by Mary Nilssen people already have a photo ID from their driver’s license or U. S. passport. If you don’t have a Wisconsin state ID one can be obtained for free from any local Division of Motor Vehicles. The Government Accountability Board has detailed information about the Voter Photo ID Law on the Bring It To Ballot website or visit bringit.wi.gov to find out more.

There are many people that are unaware of our Stone Lake Post Office hours. The office is open Monday-Friday 9 a.m.noon and 1:30-4:30 p.m., Saturday from 9-10 a.m. and closed Sunday. If you have a letter you wish to mail from your home mailbox, please note that your postal carrier doesn’t get back to the post office before that day’s mail leaves, so your mail will have a one-day delay in getting out.

The best thing to do is drive in to the post office and deposit it before 3 p.m. in order for it to go out that day. If you have any questions please call 715-865-3421.

The Stone Lake Wesleyan Church is collecting clean, gently used coats, hats, mittens and gloves for distribution to families, adults and children that are in need in our community. The collection drive will run until Oct. 19. Drop-off boxes are provided at three locations in Stone Lake: Shell Lake Bank, Stone Lake Post Office and the Wesleyan church. Cash donations are also welcome. Distribution for these clothing items will be Friday, Oct. 24, and Saturday, Oct. 25, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Wesleyan church. For more information please contact the church office at 715-865-2861.

Have a wonderful week and be safe.

Mary Nilssen can be reached at 715-8654008 or upnorthnils2@gmail.com.

Dewey-LaFollette Maxine and Les Lindquist visited Hank and Karen Mangelsen on Sept. 22 to help Hank celebrate his birthday. Sorry for the omission last week.

Karen and Hank Mangelsen visited Arvid Pearson in the Frederic nursing home on Tuesday morning. Inez Pearson was there visiting also.

Clam River Tuesday Club met Oct. 1 at the home of Beth Crosby. Plans were finalized for the fundraiser, which is Oct. 11 at the Indian Creek Hall, beginning at 6 p.m. Please come and join the fun.

Nina and Lawrence Hines visited Diana and John Mangelsen on Thursday afternoon.

Hank and Karen Mangelsen called on

anniversary and John’s birthday. Congratulations you two. We hope you have many more years of happiness ahead.

On Saturday, John and Nancy and Duane and I went to Oktoberfest in New Ulm, Minn. We went to the parade downtown, and then to the Holiday Inn for German food and music, then back to town for an authentic German dinner at the Kaiserhoff Restaurant. One of the musicians told jokes between songs.

They were pretty corny. This is one of the better ones: Two brothers owned a farm and they were both in the barn doing the milking one evening. One brother, while sitting on a stool and milking a cow by hand, saw a fly buzzing around the cow’s ear and thought he should probably swat it so it would quit bothering her. Suddenly the fly flew right into the ear and disappeared. Hmm. He continued milking for a couple of minutes, and was surprised when a fly came out with the milk and landed in the milk pail. He called his brother over to tell him about it, and his brother said that it happened all the time.

You know – in one ear and out the udder!

You can imagine how corny the others were if this was one of the better ones.

They were much better musicians than comedians.

It is, once again, safe to drive through Barronett with your windows down. The

by Karen Mangelsen

Lonny and Terri Pearson on Friday morning.

Jim and Marie Andreas, Roger and Sue Mroszak, and Hank and Karen Mangelsen went out to eat Friday evening to celebrate their anniversaries.

Donna Hines called on Karen and Hank Mangelsen on Saturday morning.

Betty and Reggie Meisner of Maplewood, Minn., were Saturday visitors of Sue and Roger Mroszak.

Jan and Hannah Schott were weekend guests of Lida Nordquist.

Larry Mangelsen was a Sunday visitor of Hank and Karen Mangelsen. In the evening, Karen and Hank visited Holly, Hannah, Grace and Jake Mangelsen.

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Heart Lake

by Helen V. Pederson

We’ve had some cold weather this last week. Wind is blowing so the leaves are finding their way to the ground.

How about the snow that fell one morning? It’s much too early for that.

Last week was a busy one here. On Tuesday evening a group went to Becky’s for pizza and headed home full, with some to take home. It was a good evening and good pizza.

Tooker and Sue Weathers, along with Bun and Margaret Weathers, left for southern Indiana for Tooker’s class reunion. They stopped at Champaign, Ill., overnight Thursday and continued on Friday. I’m sure they had a good time.

On Thursday night, everyone was treated to popcorn here at Glenview during the Green Bay and Minnesota football game with a small donation that will go to the Alzheimer’s Association. The popcorn and the game were both good.

Brent and Nicole Pederson took in the game in Green Bay and spent Friday visiting some of his friends that he went to school with there.

Tam Smith came on Wednesday to entertain us with her music students, but apparently they weren’t quite ready to play for a crowd so Tam entertained us and we sang along. Thanks Tam. Our sympathy to Mavis Flach who lost a cousin last week. Rudy Erickson, 76, passed away at Wilson. Funeral services were Tuesday. He had three children. A son, Ron-

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nie, from North Carolina, attended the funeral.

Lillian Ullom’s sisters, Louise and Margaret, came up for the weekend and Sunday night Marvin and Frank joined them for supper.

Peder Pederson attended the spaghetti dinner at the Pentecostal church in Spooner on Saturday. One of the guests was Leroy Butler, a former Packer player and known for his Lambeau Leap. He was quite enjoyable.

John and Mary Marschall spent a few days fishing in Canada with Darryl and Cokie Marshall. The fishing was good but they had cold weather.

Sunday night John and Mary entertained the family, including Marion Furchtenicht and Wealthy Marschall, for a fish fry at their home.

I heard the bad news that a classmate of mine from Cumberland High School had passed away. Harriet (Sweet) Spanerberg grew up in Barronett and had celebrated her 90th birthday here this last summer. Her funeral was in Grantsburg on Monday. Our sympathy to the family.

Congratulations to Ruth Abrahamson who celebrated her 101st birthday with cake and ice cream on Sunday, Oct. 5, for her Glenview family. Her son, Jack, and Margaret took her to church and out to eat breakfast also on Sunday.

Arlys Santiago is busy pet-sitting and this week she was in Comstock.

I’m at an age when my back goes out more than I do.

Have a good week.

by Pauline Lawrence

On Friday, Oct. 3, we had our first snow. We certainly don’t have to be reminded of what’s ahead do we?

On Saturday, Reyana Ladd came with Paula Cramer to help make homemade sauerkraut. Well, that little honey Reyana didn’t come in the house, and I asked Paula what she was doing. Paula told me Reyana wanted to make a snowman out of the snow we had in the middle of the yard. Well, to be truthful, there wasn’t enough snow for her so she gave up.

Happy birthday to Duane Johnson, Stephanie Lawrence, Beau Skluzacek and John Rawling on Oct. 9. Have a great day.

Oct. 10, a very happy birthday to Kim Atkinson as she enjoys her special day.

Oct. 11, a very happy birthday to Robin Major and to Clint Stariha who turns 64. Have a great day with lots more to come.

Happy birthday to Ethan Melton, Brandon Dahlstrom and to DeDe Lawrence all on Oct. 12 with lots more to come.

Happy birthday to Julie Blatterman as she enjoys her special day Oct. 13 with many more.

Oct. 14, a very happy anniversary to John and Peg Pockat, Doug and Karen Vanderhoof, and Travis and Ashley Vanderhoof. Have a great one.

A very special happy birthday to my special nephew, Gene Quam, and also to Melissa Crosby on their special day, Oct. 14, with many more.

Happy birthday to Castin Melton as he celebrates his special day Oct. 15 when he turns 8 years old.

Our deepest sympathy to the family of Shirley Quinton, 74, who passed away Sept. 29. Family prayer service was held at the Skinner Funeral Home in Shell Lake on Wednesday evening. Her funeral was held Thursday at Lakeview Methodist Church, with burial in the Lakeview Cemetery. Her family and a host of friends will miss Shirley.

Sunday, Mike and Gene Quam left with John Schullo for some mule deer hunting. Jim Quam is getting better, and he milked the cows and was very careful with his right arm. Marie also milked, and they had the twins from Sam Mechtel’s come and help feed, etc.

Plan to take in the benefit for Stephanie and Lee Gramberg on Saturday, Oct. 11. It will be held at Becky’s in Shell Lake with lots of goodies for all to enjoy from the paddle wheel to a Chinese auction, to a hayride at 9 p.m. A spaghetti meal will be available. Start time is 3 p.m.

Did you hear about the new toothpaste they have out?

Well, this toothpaste contains allergy medication. Maybe it will eliminate the shot.

This last week has certainly been chilly. Last Wednesday it was time to turn the heat on, as it was so chilly.

Now that we’re into October, I guess we can expect any kind of weather.

Lyle Atkinson likes to ride his motorcycle. About every Sunday he goes by and joins others and they go riding, especially by La Crosse.

News from the service SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Air Force Airman Justin Q. Donegan graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas.

The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

Donegan is the son of Clint and Martha E. Donegan, Johnson City, Tenn., and brother of Myles C. Donegan, Spooner, Joshua C. Donegan, Cookeville, Tenn., and April M. Maupin, Jonesborough, Tenn. He is a 2012 graduate of David Crockett High School, Jonesborough, Tenn. — from Hometown News

Lillian Stege is spending a number of days with Jerry and Gretchen Best, which she does every fall. On Thursday, Jerry and Gretchen attended the funeral of Allan Anderson who lived in Almena. Jerry and Allan were childhood and school friends.

Has anyone noticed the thick layer of leaves on the ground? Yes, it’s got quite a pack so far this year.

Saturday, Oct. 11, is the Clam River Tuesday Club fundraiser at the Indian Creek Hall. There will be lots of prizes, along with music and lots of food to enjoy along with the auction. So come and enjoy the evening. You’ll be glad you did.

Chad and Ashley Crosby, Chase, Morgan and Joyclin were up for the weekend at Garry and Beth Crosby’s. Jerry and Donna Melin from Green Bay were up for the weekend and stayed with Lorraine and Glen Crosby. While here the Melins visited relatives. Sunday night Garry and Beth had Tom and Sunshine Crosby, Isaac, Josie and Alycia and Shorty and Melissa Crosby, Tyler and Katie Ann in for fresh walleye caught by Shorty in Canada. It certainly sounds delicious, Beth. The Crosby boys have been chopping corn like a lot of farmers are doing.

Home for the weekend at Cecil and Evelyn Meltons was their daughter, Robin. Over the weekend a bunch of the Melton kids were at Cecil and Evelyn’s doing the fall work and getting everything ready for winter. They also enjoyed dinner with everyone bringing some goodies.

You know, Evelyn, doing all that work and getting everything ready for winter just can’t be bought with money can it?

Coming to Diane Hulleman’s on Saturday were Chad and Colleen Jensen and Izzy and Mattie. They stayed over, and the next morning after breakfast, Steve Hulleman came and the four adults split the wood from the week before. They got all the wood split, and Diane tells us she doesn’t think that’s going to be enough, so she is ordering another 10 cords of wood. Diane had dinner and supper for the gang. Next Saturday, Diane is going to have a wedding shower for Heather Nelson who will be marrying Ryan Perlt in November. Ryan is Diane’s grandson.

Take a ride in Dewey Country and get some of those good apples at Smith’s Poquette Lake Orchard. While you are there, get some of Lynn’s goodies. She has a secret she puts into them that makes them just right and so delicious.

Scatter sunshine!

Have a great week!

The three mouseketeers Did you know we had the three mouseketeers living here in Dewey Country? Yes we did and we thoroughly enjoyed the three for many years. The three went to grade school and also high school, graduating together in 1991.

Every Saturday morning the phone would ring, either at the Quintons, Sweitzers or the Lawrences, asking if their little mouseketeers could come to their house and play.

It was always, “Please can I go to Angie’s or Missy or the Lawrences and play?” Of course we always let them go. The three mouseketers were Angie Quinton, Missy Sweitzer and Penny Lawrence. And those three played and played together for many years. Most weekends the three would stay over at the house they were at. In the summer, it was an everyday occurrence to go to one of the houses. Remembering back, Shirley Quinton made the girls chocolate pudding and Penny loved it. Shirley was one of those women who loved kids and loved to cook.

Penny tells me she can still taste how good that chocolate pudding tasted.

Well, these three mousketeers have kept in contact and now have gone on with their lives. Angie is married with two kids and is the manager at the Shell Lake State Bank in Stone Lake and very happy. Missy is married and has two kids and is a nurse in the Eau Claire area and very happy. Penny is married with three kids and teaches in Cameron and is very happy.

I do know Penny asks me how to make chocolate pudding like Shirley Quinton made years ago, and I’ve tried my best, but nobody could make chocolate pudding like Shirley. Our hats off to Shirley!

Sarona

by Marian Furchtenicht Sure nice to have the sunshine on Monday to start the week off. The temp was only 34 degrees as I wrote this column. Last week was something else, cold, rainy, windy, and even some snow on Friday night.

Marilyn and Renee Zimmerman took in the Stone Lake Cranberry Festival on Saturday. They said they dressed for it so it wasn’t bad. They had fun and saw lots of people.

Our days are sure noticeably shorter and the nights longer. I see Toyland opened at Farm and Fleet. Should one be buying Halloween or Christmas candy?

Allan and Charlotte Ross’ son killed a bear. It has 3 inches of back fat. The guy at the meat market in Weyerhaeuser said that’s more than usual, so it’s a sign of a long, cold winter coming. Doesn’t sound good.

It’s that time of the year for church harvest suppers.

Sherrine Walley called to say they won’t be having one at the Earl Namekagon church this year. The first time in 100 years due to the aging congregation and says thank you to all that supported them over the years.

Gas prices have been steadily dropping. It was $3.24 in Shell Lake on Monday. That is a plus.

It’s also the time of the year to get flu shots. There are clinics set up in lots of places so no excuses I guess.

Our trees in the area are beautiful. The wind and rain took care of some leaves but there’s still lots of color to enjoy.

Sympathy to the family of Alys Tangwall Venolandt, 96, Rice Lake. Alys and her late husband, Dewey, lived for many years by Long Lake and she was a very active lady.

She taught school, was Long Lake town clerk, bowler, golfer, bridge player, VFW member and very active in the Long Lake Lutheran Church, where her funeral was held last Thursday. She had many friends and was loved by all that knew her.

Marion Dahlgren, 96, passed away last Thursday. At one time she lived in West Sarona. Her funeral will be at the Shell Lake Methodist Church on Friday, Oct. 10.

Sympathy to the family.

Anton and Gloria Frey, along with Jan and Jeff Johnson, attended granddaughter Danielle’s wedding Saturday. It was beautiful, in colors of purple and white, with her five attendants, but not too nice a day for an outdoor wedding held in an apple orchard. The reception and dance were held at the Settlement Hill Barn in rural Hudson. Congratulations to the newlyweds.

Mavis Schlapper went to daughter Pam’s in Elk Mound on Saturday and came home Sunday. She attended grandson Robert Cernocky’s wedding held at the Elk Mound Church with reception and dance held at his workplace.

All of Mavis’ family got there except for Dean, but his wife, Kim, flew up from Texas. Wayne’s daughter, Ashley, and fiancé announced their engagement on the weekend.

Congratulations.

Shane Kline and a friend came and spent two nights at his grandma, Mavis Schlapper’s, when he was working nearby in New Auburn last Thursday and Friday.

John and Mary Marschall got home Saturday night from a fishing trip to Canada. They had their kids, his mom Wealthy Marschall from Amery and myself over for fish fry Sunday night. It was really good.

I haven’t seen any Asian beetles so far this fall. Reports are there weren’t any aphids in the soybeans this year, and that is their food source. Maybe they will show up when the soybeans in the area are harvested. That will be real soon. Fuernot Farms are busy getting corn chopping done and it’s kind of wet going.

Birthday wishes this week to Dorothy Peterson, Loren Hennekins and Bentlie Gagner, Oct. 9; Joyce Ellingson, Steven Frey and Norm Ness, Oct. 11; Delores Livingston, DeeDee Elliott, Hezzy King, Linda Webb, Paul Armour and Jim Bennewitz, Oct. 12; Jack Dahlstrom, Bobbie Bailey, Brent Konop and Johnathon Fischer, Oct. 13; Dayle Ricci, Theresa Vanderhyde and Tommy Stubfors, Oct. 14; Gwen Organ, Polly Parker, Jacob McQuade, Gene Sigmund and Joyce Nyara, Oct. 15. Celebrate. It’s your special day!

A happy anniversary is wished for John and Kasey Child, their 15th, and Nathan and Lea Cerocky Quick, Oct. 9; Chris and Leah Engen, Oct. 10; Joe and Liz Gargulak, their 45th and Dan and Mandy Hagen, Oct. 11; Drew and Jen Knoop and Andy and Emily Frey, both couples celebrating one year; Allan Charlotte Ross, Oct. 13; and John and Peg Pockat Oct. 14.

NOTICE OF MEETING - TOWN OF SARONA

Notice is hereby given that the Sarona Town Board will be meeting on Monday, Oct. 13, 2014, at 7 p.m. at the Sarona Town Hall.

The agenda shall be posted one day prior to meeting.

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AGENDA REGULAR SHELL LAKE CITY COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 13, 2014

Call to order - 7 p.m.; Council committee reports; recommendation to approve a counter offer of $2,500 to Joyce Olson regarding reservations; recommendation to approve $10,459.77 payment to JPS for 7th Ave./4th St. Intersection; recommendation to table the physical needs assessment bids; recommendation to approve the lease/purchase of two dump trucks from Washburn County Hwy. Dept.; voucher list; budget status reports; recommendation to approve operator license; resolution authorizing the issuance and sale of up to $450,422 sewer system revenue bonds series 2014, and providing for other details and covenants with respect thereto, and approval of related $950,422 financial assistance agreement; Unfinished Business: Ward 1 Seat opening; Mayor’s report.

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Find us on Facebook facebook.com/ washburncountyregister (Oct. 1, 8, 15) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT WASHBURN COUNTY Kondaur Capital Corporation, as separate Trustee of the Matawin Ventures Trust Series 2013-1 Plaintiff vs.

WILFRED C. VIG, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 13 CV 19 AMENDED NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on November 15, 2013, in the amount of $221,068.79, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: October 29, 2014, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: By bidding at the sheriff sale, prospective buyer is consenting to be bound by the following terms: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

2.) Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances.

3.) Plaintiff opens bidding on the property, either in person or via fax and as recited by the sheriff department in the event that no opening bid is offered, plaintiff retains the right to request the sale be declared as invalid as the sale is fatally defective.

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

DESCRIPTION: The North 330 Feet, of the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 8, Township 40 North of Range 10 West.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: N8996 Tripp Road, Springbrook, WI 54875.

TAX KEY NO.: 650062401008303000003000.

Dated this 18th day of September, 2014. /s/ Sheriff Terry Dryden Washburn County Sheriff Scott D. Nabke J. Peterman Legal Group, Ltd. State Bar No. 1037979 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.jpetermanlegalgroup.com to obtain the bid for this sale. J. Peterman Legal Group LTD is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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(Oct. 8, 15, 22) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT WASHBURN COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF GERALD P. MATOTT A/K/A/ GARY P. MATOTT Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 14 PR 35 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth September 22, 1938, and date of death August 4, 2014, was domiciled in Washburn County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of N5731 Division Avenue, Stone Lake, WI 54876.

3. All interested persons waived notice.

4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is December 26, 2014.

5. A claim may be filed at the Washburn County Courthouse, 10 Fourth Avenue, P.O. Box 316, Shell Lake, Wisconsin.

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NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING

Notice is hereby given that at their regularly scheduled meeting on October 23, 2014, at 9:00 a.m., in the Washburn County Boardroom, Elliott Building, 110 Fourth Avenue West, Shell Lake, Wisconsin. The Washburn County AG/LCC Committee will conduct a public hearing to solicit comments from the public related to the adoption of amendments to the county Animal Waste Ordinance, Chapter 10 Article II, Washburn County Code. Interested persons will be given the opportunity to be heard. The committee will deliberate in “Open Session.” This agenda and the subsequent meeting minutes are available in large type. If you need assistance, please call Lolita Olson at 715-468-4600, prior to the meeting.

Copies of the ordinance amendments may be obtained via email: bedlin@co.washburn.wi.us or by calling the Washburn County Land and Water Conservation Department at 715-4684654.

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(Oct. 8, 15, 22) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT WASHBURN COUNTY OneWest Bank, N.A. Plaintiff vs.

ESTATE OF EDWARD R. GULLICKSON, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 13 CV 120 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on July 29, 2014, in the amount of $97,710.79, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 5, 2014, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: By bidding at the sheriff sale, prospective buyer is consenting to be bound by the following terms: 1.) At least 10% down tendered in a form of payment as directed by the Clerk of Courts or Sheriff’s Department at the time of sale; 2.) Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances.

3.) Plaintiff opens bidding on the property, either in person or via fax and as recited by the sheriff department in the event that no opening bid is offered, plaintiff retains the right to request the sale be declared as invalid as the sale is fatally defective.

PLACE: at the North entrance of Washburn County Courthouse located at 10 4th Avenue, Shell Lake, Wisconsin DESCRIPTION: Part of Government Lot 9, Section 6, in Township 38 North, Range 12 West, in the Town of Beaver Brook, Washburn County, Wisconsin, described as Lot 2 of Certified Survey Map No. 2226 and recorded in Volume 9 on Page 166, as Document No. 246867.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: N4827 Fairgrounds Road, Spooner, WI 54801.

TAX KEY NO.: 65-008-2-38-1206-5 05-009-030000.

Dated this 29th day of August, 2014. /s/Sheriff Terry Dryden Washburn County Sheriff Scott D. Nabke Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1037979 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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LAKER

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A day at Smith’s Apple Farm

Posing for a group photo (L to R) are: Abram Thwaits, Aaliyah Curtis, Wyette Yoder, Jacob Malmin, Audrianna Bodislaw, Aria Hershey, Cole Schrankel, Brooklyn Green, Chase Kidder, Riley Romsos, Emerson Kubista, Milena Juza, Kyle Gleason and Shauna Swan.

Abram Thwaits, Emerson Kubista and Audrianna Bodislaw are fascinated as they watch the apple sorter at Smith’s Apple Farm Poquette Lake Orchard in Shell Lake. The Shell Lake 4-yearold kindergarten class was on a field trip to the orchard on Thursday, Oct. 2.

Milena Juza and Aria Hershey are picking small pumpkins in the pumpkin patch to fill up the metal buckets each child received at the start of the field trip.

Photos by Larry Samson

Shell Lake School Menu Breakfast Monday, Oct. 13: Bagel or mini cinnamon roll.

Tuesday, Oct. 14: Pancake and sausage or Get Vertical Bar. Wednesday, Oct. 15: Cereal and toast or ultimate breakfast round.

Thursday, Oct. 16: French toast sticks or muffin.

Friday, Oct. 17: Cheddar omelet and toast or apple stick.

Breakfast is served with a choice of juice/fruit and milk with their main item.

Every day breakfast is free to all students.

Lunch Monday, Oct. 13: Sloppy joes.

Tuesday, Oct. 14: Chili or hot dog.

Wednesday, Oct. 15: Calzone. Pizza stick primary only.

Thursday, Oct. 16: Chicken strip wrap.

Friday, Oct. 17: Build a burger.

Salad bar is provided daily to all students. All students also have a daily alternate entrée choice of either sandwich pack: PB&J, flavored cracker and cheese stick or yogurt pack: Flavored fat-free yogurt with granola on side, flavored cracker and cheese stick.

Being short has some advantage for picking apples. Brooklyn Green and Chase Kidder are able to stand under the dwarf apple trees to pick an apple.

Owner Lynn Smith is showing the children how the apples are polished before sorting. Emerson Kubista and Wyette Yoder are learning firsthand where apples come from.

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Events under way as Shell Lake celebrates homecoming SHELL LAKE — Shell Lake Schools is celebrating homecoming this week. It will conclude with a dance on Saturday, Oct. 11. Homecoming king and queen are Leo Carillo and Tia Carlson. Other members of the royalty are seniors Seth Olson, Katie Slater, Nick Skulzacek and Sabrina Skindzelewski; juniors Amanda Brereton and Travis Klassa; sophomores Emily Parish and Ben Frey; along with freshmen Bailey Hanson and Austin Schultz Events planned for Friday, Oct. 10, which is Extreme Laker Day, include a pep rally at 2 p.m., a 5 p.m. parade through downtown Shell Lake, followed by a 6 p.m. tailgate party hosted by the Shell Lake Education Foundation. The football team will face Clear Lake on the football field at 7 p.m. During halftime the 2004 Shell Lake team that went to state, along with their positions and graduation year, will be announced.

Other events held throughout the week included Class Color Day with a powderpuff football game scheduled for Monday; Injury Day on Tuesday; Senior City Day on Wednesday; and Superhero Day on Thursday. — with submitted information

Shell Lake’s homecoming king and queen are Leo Carillo and Tia Carlson. – Photo submitted

The Shell Lake flag team has been practicing for their homecoming halftime performance. Shown (L to R): Amy Bouchard, Jesi Sando, Katie Slater, Breanna Davis, Emily McCarthy and Sheri Clark. You can see them at halftime on Friday, Oct. 10, when the Lakers take on the Clear Lake Warriors for homecoming. — Photo by Larry Samson

A country store in downtown Spooner Danielle H. Moe | Staff writer SPOONER — “We are used to haveingmobs of people, lots of employees this is a little slower paced. It is kind of nice,” said Phil Markgren. A week after selling the Spooner Bake Shoppe, Phil and Nancy Markgren purchased the building at the corner of Walnut and Summit Street in downtown Spooner and opened the Yellow River Trading Company.

“We kind of want people to think of an old-fashioned country store. We want to have a little bit of everything,” said Kim Fox, store manager and the Markgrens’ daughter. Don’t let the old exterior deceive you, because a remodeled interior holds treasures and deals to discover.

Moderately priced goods for purchase include menswear, outdoor gear, crafting supplies, fabric by the yard, women’s wear, toys, food items, gifts, knitting supplies, home décor and more.

“We’re trying to get American made as much as we can,” said Nancy. Those items that are made in the USA include men’s blue jeans and shirts. The jeans are made in North Carolina and have received good reviews by purchasers.

A selection of knitted hats for men and women are also on display. Fox and her son, Jacob, who is also a store manager, knit these colorful one-of-a kind hats.

“I have always like the building; it is a nice building, it is big. You don’t realize how big it is until you start filling it up,”

Yellow River Trading Company, a new store in downtown Spooner, is celebrating its grand opening on Saturday, Oct. 11. Shown (L to R): Jacob Fox, Phil Markgren, Nancy Markgren and Kim Fox. — Photos by Danielle H. Moe said Phil. During the remodeling, a third of the shelving was removed to open up the shop in addition to repainting and upgrading the interior. “There is actually tin ceiling above the front part of the store,” said Kim. The tin ceiling remains hidden but they hope to make more renovations in the future. For now they are focused on getting people in the doors.

“We would like to get a lot more (merchandise) but we’re just kind of getting little bits to see what people really want,” said Fox. In the back of the store is the beginning of an outdoor department that has camouflage and other outdoor gear.

The craft department offers a wide se-

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Two months into business, the shop already has popular items including the women’s clothing, scented candles, tin signs and greeting cards.

On Saturday, Oct. 11, a grand opening celebration will be held at the store. Everyone is invited to stop in and check out the new store, enjoy some refreshments and take advantage of special sales.

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715-483-9008

11 West 5th Ave. - Lake Mall Shell Lake, Wis.

715-468-2314

Kim Fox assists Patty Lien to find items she can use to make a fairy garden.