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SHELL LAKE — The Shell Lake High School Student Council Dairyland Donkey Basketball game is set for Friday, Nov. 15, 7 p.m., at the Shell Lake High School gym. Proceeds from this event will be donated to metastatic cancer research. Tickets available at the door. Preschoolers are free. — from Shell Lake High School Student Council

Danielle Moe|staff writer SHELL LAKE — The Shell Lake Public Library’s budget came under heavy scrutiny at the city of Shell Lake’s finance committee meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 29. Tasked with cutting $22,753 to meet the levy limit, the finance committee approved $5,000 less than the library’s 2014 budget request of $76,000 among other budget cuts.

“We will have a fund balance and we were applying it towards this so that we weren’t asking them for as much to operate the library,” said Mary Dunbar, president of the Shell Lake Library Board of Trustees. The library will have a $5,000 fund balance, which has been deducted from the proposed budget.

City council member Andy Eiche pointed out the request would equal a 12.6-percent levy increase. Dunbar explained that the increase was due in part to last year’s budget being $68,845.

“We cut our budget last year by $16,000 because we are not paying for health insurance for a director anymore,” Dunbar elaborated. The library’s funding from the city of Shell Lake for 2012 was about $81,000.

For 2014, the library lost just over $4,000 in funding through the county whose funding is

Notice to hunters in city of Shell Lake SHELL LAKE — Most areas within the Shell Lake city limits are closed to hunting. Anyone who intends to hunt within the city limits is advised to review the Firearms Discharge Regulations Zones map at the city administrator’s office.

Hunters are also advised to use extreme caution in the areas that

are open for hunting as there may be occupied dwellings near these areas. Property owners permission must be obtained.

According to Shell Lake Police Chief Dave Wilson, his department will be enforcing state hunting regulations within the city.

— from the Shell Lake Police Department

Judy Schnacky, story hour volunteer of Lakeland Family Resource Center, follows along as Curtis Stone, 2, points out objects from a picture book. Story hour is held each Thursday from 10:30-11:15 a.m., at the Shell Lake Public Library.

Early copy, please SHELL LAKE — Due to a change in the print schedule during the Thanksgiving holiday, the deadline for all news copy as well as ad copy for the Wednesday,

Nov. 27, edition of the Register is noon on Friday, Nov. 22.

The Register newspaper office will be closed Thursday, Nov. 28, and Friday, Nov. 29. — from WCR

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Ben Eichten, 4, makes a paper chain during the Shell Lake Public Library’s story hour program on Thursday, Nov. 7. — Photos by Danielle Moe

based on a formula that relies on the library’s circulation numbers. By law, municipalities do not have to follow the formula.

The 2014 library budget request also took into account a 1.5-percent wage increase for all library staff including the new library director and an additional part-time position. “We went through questionable things last year because we did not have a director and now we are losing an employee that was free to us, “ said Dunbar. In 2014 the library will lose a part-time staff member who worked for the library through the Experience Works program. “It may mean cutting hours, we do not know,” Dunbar acknowledged.

The city of Shell Lake’s proposed 2014 budget will be considered at a special city council meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 3, at 6:30 p.m., at the Shell Lake City Hall.

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Theatre In the Woods presents “The Odd Couple”

Felix and Oscar go out on a date with the Pigeon sisters, Gwendolyn and Cecily. Shown (L to R): Karen Schultz, Jody Peck, David McNulty and Justin Peck.

After Felix’s wife leaves him, he becomes distressed. His friends Roy, Vinnie, Speed and Murray try to comfort him. David McNulty played the part of Felix. Brian Keesler, Mark Schultz, Barry Melcher and Fred Kosmach played the part of the friends.

David McNulty and Justin Peck are Felix Ungar and Oscar Madison in the Theatre In the Woods production of Neil Simon’s “The Odd Couple.” The performances of the opening weekend, Friday - Sunday, Nov. 8-10, were performed for a soldout house. The next performances will be Friday, Nov. 15 - Sunday, Nov. 17.

Photos by Larry Samson

Locked in the bathroom, Felix’s friends worry that he is suicidal after his separation with his wife. Shown (L to R): Mark Schultz, Justin Peck, Barry Melcher, Brian Keeler and Fred Kosmach.

Spooner High School Trapper Education Class DNR technician Chris Cold with his most popular animal attraction, the great horned owl.

With his owls and hawks, Cold travels Wisconsin talking to school students and nature enthusiasts about the intricacies of wildlife.

DNR wildlife technician Chris Cold was a guest speaker for the Spooner High School Trapper Education Class. The class is new this year. Students may apply for their trapper certification with the state. Cold talked to the class about hunting and trapping ethics in his presentation.

Photos by Larry Samson

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Danielle Moe|staff writer SHELL LAKE — As Wisconsin’s black bears settle into hibernation, reflection on the past four months brings back memories of not one but three history-making bear attacks. “When the first one happened we kind of all scratched our heads and said all right, when was the last time this occurred, and it had been a number of years since we have had a verified bear incident,” stated David MacFarland, wildlife biologist with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.

The state of Wisconsin is known for its large and increasing black bear population, with a five- to nine-year wait to receive a harvest permit. In 2012 alone, the DNR received more than 104,000 harvest applications from hunters with only 9,015 permits available.

The first reported attack happened May 17 to Gerre Ninnemann at his residence in Marinette County. The most devastating of this year’s attacks was one that occurred to Shell Lake resident Jerry Brown on June 17. Brown’s attack shares a commonality with the two other bear incidences, the presence of a dog. The third attack was Phil Anderson on Oct. 30 at the Loon Lake Wildlife Area in Barron County. In both Ninnemann’s and Anderson’s bear altercations, the bear was killed. In Ninnemann’s case, the responding sheriff’s deputy shot the bear, while Anderson shot the bear at close range with his shotgun after the bear attacked him while grouse hunting with his dog.

According to Dr. Lynn Rogers of the North American Bear Center in Ely, Minn., a bear and human altercation often occurs

Bear incident inquiries addressed

likelihood of an attack. “Most people think they have to have bears be afraid of you for people to be safe, but when bears are afraid of you that makes them more apt to be defensive,” said Rogers.

Looking back at the attacks, the most recent incident also involved a dog, but according to MacFarland, the hunter just got too close to the sow and cubs without realizing it. In the Shell Lake incident, MacFarland thinks the attack had more to do with the bear’s proximity to Brown’s residence than the dog agitating the bear, escalating to an attack. While each case occurred under different circumstances, MacFarland pointed out that the dog should not be held accountable. “I do not think we can lay the blame squarely on the paws of the dog, it is possible they contributed,” said MacFarland.

This series of attacks are unfortunate for all involved, but the DNR is keeping tabs. “We are taking these (attacks) very seriously, and we are actually actively working to reduce the bear population This year alone Wisconsin had three bear in the state,” stated MacFarland. For the attacks. According to official reports, the last past six years, the Wisconsin DNR has documented bear attack was a decade ago. been increasing bear tag quotas in line with their bear population management — Photo from WisDNR program. Two of the attacks occurred in when a bear becomes defensive, somethe bear management zone D, which is times leading it to charge. “When bears one of four management units that make are afraid of you, that makes them more up the state’s hunting zones. “That is apt to be defensive, it is kind of a picture one of the areas where we are really conthat is emerging across North America centrating our efforts to reduce the bear opposite of what most people think but population based on a number of factors,” is supported by data,” explained Rogers.

MacFarland said. Those factors include This controversial bear behavior concept conflicts with agricultural producers, nuisuggests that when bears are used to husance complaints and the bear population mans and their behavior, the bears feel model to determine harvest strategies. less defensive, thereby decreasing the Wisconsin black bears are characterized by being the second-largest mammal in

A fortuitous outcome for all Thomas Frost settles in as the new special prosecutor Danielle Moe|staff writer SHELL LAKE — “Bottom line to me has been, this is an opportunity to do what I want to do, where I want to live,” stated Thomas H. Frost, Washburn County special prosecutor. When Michael Bitney, Washburn County’s district attorney since 1993, was appointed by Gov. Scott Walker to serve as Barron County Circuit Court judge in July, a judge appointed, by law, an acting district attorney known as a special prosecutor. Enter Frost, who was running a part-time law practice out of his home at the time of Bitney’s departure.

Officially retired in 2010 as the head of the child protective division for the Hennepin County attorney’s office in Minnesota, Frost and his wife moved to Trego where they currently live. Not completely taken on the idea of retirement, he hoped to begin a small part-time law practice out of his home. “Sure enough, there is a need here and I was just able to get court cases from court appointments and the state public defender’s office kind of right away,” said Frost.

He began making connections with the people involved in the Washburn County court system, Bitney among them. “He asked if I might be willing to consider being the acting district attorney and throwing my hat in the ring to be district attorney,” said Frost. Unable to ignore the need, Frost has since moved from retirement to serve as the Washburn County special prosecutor. “The list of people who could do it was pretty short … the other factor is I thought I would enjoy doing it, and I am enjoying doing it,” he said.

Originally from St. Paul, becoming a district attorney was not always in Frost’s radar. In 1971, he graduated from Macalester College with a degree in history, but knew teaching was not for him. Armed with an interest in government and legalities, he took a job out of college with the Minnesota Secretary of State’s office in the House of Representatives. The experience drove him to pursue additional education. “I went to law school with the idea as sort of becoming an administrator with a legal background,” explained Frost.

After law school, Frost began his nearly 40-year-long career, which placed him in several leadership roles of the Minnesota court system. Frost has served as the head of criminal and child protective services for the Hennepin County attorney’s office, the commissioner of the Minnesota

Department of Public Safety, the director of prosecution in Ramsey County attorney’s offices, and was appointed by the Minnesota Supreme Court to the Criminal Courts Study Commission and the Children’s Justice Initiative. “I feel very fortunate to have had that opportunity. I think all of those things have put me in a position to make me a good prosecutor, a good minister of justice, and to understand what is and is not important and how to be fair to all the people I come in contact with in the criminal justice system,” stated Frost.

Early into his retirement Frost served as the special prosecutor in Minnesota for Winona County. Like in Winona the cards fell into place, making Frost the obvious and willing candidate.

For Frost the criminal justice system exists to hold people accountable for violations of the law and feels communities expect the system to enforce the law. “I try to find a balance for the community’s need to hold people accountable and the community’s need to be protected from people who are dangerous by incarceration but to also provide people who are in a position to redeem their lives and work to start over again,” he acknowledged.

Until Walker appoints the next district attorney, Frost hopes to focus on efficiencies in the office, but said, “I am continuing to be hopeful that I will be appointed.”

Frost is admitted to practice law in Minnesota, Wisconsin, U.S. District Court in Minnesota, the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals and the U.S. Supreme Court.

the state, elk being the first, with excellent sense of smell, but relatively poor eyesight and only moderate hearing. With the exception of predation when cubs, these large omnivores have only one serious predator in adulthood, humans. Despite new bear behavior research, the DNR still stresses taking precautionary methods to avoid the possibility of a bear incident. “All that said, really, it is unfortunate that we have had these incidences this year, but the fact remains that bear attacks are still rare in the state,” stated MacFarland. For more information on black bears visit dnr.wi.gov or bear.org.

Change in learning disability eligibility SHELL LAKE — Wisconsin’s rule for identifying students with specific learning disabilities has changed. Starting Sunday, Dec. 1, all initial SLD evaluations of Wisconsin public school students will use information from interventions to make eligibility decisions. Initial SLD evaluations will begin using information from a student’s response to intensive, scientific research or evidence-based interventions when making special education eligibility decisions.

Response to Intervention is a process of achieving higher levels of academic and behavioral success for all students

Thomas H. Frost is acting as the Washburn County special prosecutor since Michael Bitney’s appointment as Barron County judge. — Photo by Danielle Moe

According to the DNR, the development of bear habitat continues, and as their numbers move south and west, more human-bear interactions are inevitable. To keep interactions more positive, it is important that we understand black bear behavior and motivations. — from WisDNR

through intensive interventions, highquality instructional practices, continuous review of student progress and collaboration. It also can be used to understand how effectively a student learns when exposed to instruction. Students not showing progress after intensive interventions may have an evaluation for a specific learning disability that may require additional supports and services.

If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact Kristi Hoff, director of special education, at 715468-7815. — from Shell Lake Schools

Community volunteers needed SPOONER — Since the grand opening in the beginning of September, the folks at the new ReStore in Spooner have been pretty busy. They are currently in need of more volunteer help.

The ReStore is a part of Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity and is almost en-

tirely run by volunteers. Anyone interested in volunteering may contact Paul Nedland at 715-635-4771 or stop in the ReStore. The store is open Wednesday Saturday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — submitted by Kaye Herranen

Heart of the North Legislative Days Committee seeking information RICE LAKE — The Heart of the North Legislative Days Committee is working on the second year for a grassroots lobbying effort. The committee represents the four-county Northwest Wisconsin region, which includes Barron, Rusk, Sawyer and Washburn counties. The group plans on meeting with legislators, department heads and state cabinet level officials to advocate for issues that are unique and specific to the state of Wisconsin. The committee is looking for feedback and input to help make their lobbying effort

a successful event. Public involvement is critical to their efforts.

A survey on their website asks the public to make their comments on issues to this area that should be considered. The group is going to Madison on Wednesday, March 12. They would like to also have representation from this area in attendance.

Please take a few minutes and fill out the survey online at hondays.com/201314-issues-survey. Deadline is Monday, Nov. 25. — from HONLDC

Nov. 22 to mark 50th anniversary of JFK’s assassination SHELL LAKE — On Nov. 22, 1963, John F. Kennedy, the 35th president of the United States, was fatally shot in Dallas, Texas.

To remember this day, the Washburn County Register is inviting readers to submit their memories of where they were and what they were doing on this historic day.

Please send your submissions to wcregister@centurytel.net, mail to P.O. Box 455, Shell Lake, WI 54871 or drop off at the newspaper office in Lake Mall. Submissions received by noon on Monday, Nov. 18, will be considered for publication in the Nov. 20 edition of the Register.

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VOICES

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The stock market loves Obamacare I’m responding to a recent writer who stated that health insurance companies fear Obamacare will “… seriously hit their bottom lines or even cause their businesses to fail.”

If one would look at the numbers, one would discover that the stock price of major health insurance companies such as Cigna, Etna and Wellpoint is up almost

50 percent for the year – almost twice the yearly increase of the general market. This is not a common symptom of failing companies.

One could easily conclude that the stock market loves Obamacare. Why?

Ed Fischer Spooner

The Winston Project - The need The Winston Project is coming to Washburn County in January 2014. This low-cost spay/neuter initiative will help residents spay and neuter their cats and also help reduce the number of homeless cats. It is hoped that this project, dedicated to a cat named Winston, will begin to address our ever-growing cat population.

Washburn County is not alone. Cat overpopulation continues to be a major problem across the United States. Each day over 70,000 puppies and kittens are born, and each year almost 5 million dogs and cats are destroyed in our shelters.

According to America’s Spay/USA, one unspayed female, her mate and all of their offspring, producing just two litters per year, with 2.8 surviving kittens per litter, can total 2,072,514 in eight years. By spaying and neutering just one male and one female cat, more than 2,000 births can be prevented in just four years.

The key to saving lives is low-cost spay/neuter programs. Not only do these programs lower tax dollar spending, they can actually double the number of people who get their pets fixed and ultimately cut animal shelter intake numbers in half.

The need for low-cost spay/neuter is especially great in Washburn County, where the median household income is $41,135.

Many residents want to do the right thing, but oftentimes choose not to sterilize their companion animals due to transportation needs, time and financial concerns. The Winston Project is a community-based endeavor that will provide transportation to and from Northern Lakes Veterinary Clinic in Shell Lake, and Creatures Great and Small in Spooner, and will invite everyone in the community to participate in this all-important endeavor.

Eric Stone, DVM of Northern Lakes Veterinary Clinic, understands the need for this initiative and has graciously offered The Winston Project one morning, free of charge, to spay and neuter cats. With this contribution, he hopes the community will also recognize the need and generously support the program.

Watch for The Community Wheel model along with upcoming details about The Winston Project. At this time, Washburn County residents are invited to call our hotline number to be placed on a waiting list for a January launch and/or for volunteer opportunities.

Call 715-468-7727 and refer to The Winston Project.

Kathleen Schoener Shell Lake

Geography Awareness Week Nov. 17-23 has been designated as Geography Awareness Week. Established by presidential proclamation more than 25 years ago, this annual public awareness program encourages citizens both young and old to consider the role geography plays in their lives.

Here in Wisconsin we see geography’s impact all over the map, from debates over iron mining in the Penokees and frac sand mining in our western counties to controversies over legislative redistricting and wolf hunts.

The National Geographic Society and the Wisconsin Geographic Alliance encourage parents, students, teachers and community members to go to GeographyAwarenessWeek.org for ideas and free resources to help celebrate Geography Awareness Week and to spread the word about the importance of geography education.

Carlo Kumpula Spooner

Pay it forward Twelve classy vintage babes, wearing red hats, were enjoying an evening out in Shell Lake. We were enjoying lots of laughs, good food and friendship.

When we went to pay the bill, we were informed that a gentleman had added all

12 dinner checks to his bill!

Wow, now there are 12 ladies who have promised to pay it forward.

Bobbie Olson Spooner

Judge Bitney to speak at UWBC RICE LAKE — The next Thursdays at the U Lecture Series presentation, scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 14, will feature Barron County Circuit Court Judge Michael Bitney. He will be speaking on “Effective Sentencing: Evidence-based Practices.” This presentation will be held from 12:30–1:20 p.m. in the UWBC Blue Hills Lecture Hall in Rice Lake.

All series presentations, which are open to the public free of charge, will be held every Thursday at the University of Wisconsin - Barron County in Rice Lake.

In his presentation, Bitney will discuss how judges can use research to create sentences more likely to reduce recidi-

SPOONER — A licensed ACA navigator from CEP Inc. will be at the Lakeland Family Resource Center on Tuesday, Nov. 19, to discuss the Health Insurance Mar-

MADISON – Thursday, Nov. 7, Rep. Stephen Smith, D–Shell Lake, introduced the Small Business Jobs Tax Credit, which would allow small businesses to receive a tax credit of 15 percent of wages for hiring new employees and is specifically aimed at businesses that are independently owned and operated, and that employ 25 or fewer eligible employees.

“Small businesses are the cornerstone of Wisconsin’s economy and the state of Wisconsin needs to do all it can to protect and promote them. This legislation will provide small business owners with the opportunity to get a tax credit for doing what they do best, and that’s providing our rural communities with jobs and keeping Main Street Wisconsin open,” said Smith.

In 2009, the state passed the Jobs Tax Credit. This important economic development program has been successful in bringing companies to Wisconsin and growing existing businesses. The program offers participating companies a refundable income tax credit for training costs and up to 10 percent of wages for

Veterans Day On Veterans Day, we honor both living and deceased veterans for their dedicated and loyal service to preserve our country’s freedom. Every Nov. 11, we express our gratitude for our veterans in that we deeply appreciate all the sacrifices they made to keep our country free.

It is an occasion where we reflect upon the importance of our great military and recognize that without their efforts, our way of life would much different. This patriotic day first became known as Armistice Day through an act in Congress in 1926 and became a national holiday 12 years later. Although the holiday was originally meant to commemorate the end of World War I, which ended at 11 a.m., Nov. 11, 1918, the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, it now serves to honor all of those who served or serve in the armed forces. Since Nov. 11, 1918, Veterans Day has remained a day to commemorate our armed forces and their constant effort to preserve our country’s freedom from tyranny. To all the men and women who have, or are currently serving in the 75th District, this day belongs and will always belong to you. So many of the veterans I know in the 75th District have been working hard to provide a better life for their children and grandchildren. They worked hard to give our children a future to strive for by preserving our rights and liberties for future generations. For your actions, you deserve a day in your honor.

Also, this month marks the 150th anniversary of Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address, one of the most important speeches in history. The speech marked a new era of America where everyone would have equal rights. Lincoln declared the Civil War as the fight for human equality, and we must always remember the Wisconsin soldiers who fought to achieve equality for every American citizen.

This week I introduced LRB 1818/1, which related to damages for military

vism and increase public safety. Bitney received his law degree in 1985 from Hamline University. He was a litigator and general practitioner from 1985-1992.

He then worked as the district attorney for Washburn County from 1993–2013 before being named a judge in the Barron County Circuit Court.

The next Thursdays at the U on Nov. 21 will feature Max Garland, Wisconsin state poet laureate.

The Thursdays at the U Lecture Series is sponsored by the UW-Barron County NEW BERLIN — People planning exFoundation. For more information, con- cavation projects in Wisconsin have been tact the campus at 715-234-8176. — from contacting Diggers Hotline in record UWBC numbers this year. October marked the sixth straight month that Diggers Hotline broke a monthly record.

Wisconsin residents and professionals are required by law to file a locate request ticket with Diggers Hotline at least three ketplace. The event will start at 7 p.m.

The Health Insurance Marketplace is a working days before beginning any projnew way to find coverage that fits your ect that moves or displaces soil. These budget and meets your needs. Whether tickets can be filed on the phone by dialyou’re uninsured, or just want to explore ing 811 or 800-242-8511 or online at Digyour choices, the Marketplace will help gersHotline.com.

October’s numbers continued a trend find coverage that’s right for you.

Lakeland Family Resource Center is lo- that began in May 2013. There were 81,266 cated at 314 Elm St. in Spooner. — from locate request tickets filed in October. That number represents an increase of over CEP

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Rep. Smith introduces Small Business Jobs Tax Credit legislation hiring new employees. Companies can participate in the program for up to 10 years. LRB 3170 allows small businesses to receive a higher credit for 15 percent of wages to bring on new employees.

The proposal is funded using existing resources at WEDC. “One of my main priorities representing the 75th Assembly District is advocating for ma-and-pa businesses and working on their behalf. This legislative proposal does just that, it’s focused on small businesses that are making an investment in their community,” stated Smith.

According to estimates from the Small Business Administration, small businesses account for 98 percent of employers in Wisconsin and most have fewer than 20 employees. Similarly, the National Federation of Independent Business estimates 60 to 80 percent of all new jobs are created by small businesses. Smith is hopeful that members on both sides of the aisle will support this bill and that it will be voted upon by the entire Assembly in the near future. — from the office of Rep. Smith

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75th Assembly State Representative service. This bill will restore the ability for people discriminated against on the basis of military service to take action in circuit court to recover compensatory and punitive damages for employment discrimination. The ability to seek these damages is critical to effectively deterring employers from firing or not hiring soldiers based on their uniformed service, but are not available under federal law. The members of the United States Armed Forces and Wisconsin National Guard risk their lives for our country and state. Our brave men and women in uniform rise to our defense in times of trouble, and it is our duty to ensure these individuals receive the same level of protection when they return home. Service to our country and state should never jeopardize an individual’s ability to seek employment to provide for their families. We must honor these heroes by offering them the highest level of protection from workplace discrimination.

I am hopeful that my colleagues in the state Legislature will support me on this legislative proposal and that it will have an opportunity to be brought before the entire Legislature for a vote.

This country, including the great state of Wisconsin, was founded by veterans efforts. We are all so very grateful for everything they have done. Thank you for all your hard work in keeping the citizens of the United States and of this great state safe. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions, comments and concerns regarding any issue of importance to you. I can be reached toll-free at 888-534-0075 or via email at Rep.Smith@legis.wisconsin.gov.

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October is another record-breaking month for Diggers Hotline 10,000 compared to October 2012, and 4,540 more than the previous record for an October, set in 2008.

“What’s more satisfying to us is that even with the increased volumes we’ve been handling, we are still able to handle more than 80 percent of incoming calls within 30 seconds,” said Dave Isler, contact center manager at Diggers Hotline.

“We’re proud that we’ve been able to maintain this level of customer service despite how busy we have been.”

For more information about Diggers Hotline or to file a locate request ticket for any excavation projects, go to DiggersHotline.com or dial 811. — from Diggers Hotline

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City administrator announces retirement

Danielle Moe|staff writer SHELL LAKE – City Administrator Bradley Pederson formally announced his retirement at the regular monthly meeting of the Shell Lake City Council on Monday, Nov. 11. All council members were present except Dan Harrington and Tara Burns.

“I have appreciated the support I have received from the mayor, council members and community while serving in this capacity over the last 33 years,” stated Pederson. His retirement will be effective March 31, 2014.

Updates Teresa Anderson, MSA Services project engineer, reported to council members that the city will receive $500,000 in principal forgiveness from the Clean Water Fund Program. The Clean Water Fund Program provides financial assistance to municipalities for wastewater treatment facilities and urban storm-water runoff projects.

“The thing to remember about that is it was an emergency variance to get you on the list … so this is a really big deal,” Anderson acknowledged.

According to Jeff Parker, public works director, James Peterson and Sons will not warranty the curb, gutter and sidewalk work done from First Street to Second Street due to the cold temperatures possibly damaging the concrete. If temperatures do warm, Anderson confirmed that Friday, Nov. 15, would be the target day to put the

sidewalk in. “Potentially, they could get the sidewalk in instead of having to rip out the forms and put the forms in again in the spring,” said Anderson.

David Wilson, city police chief, reported to the council that thefts are on the rise.

“We have at least one confirmed group hitting our area,” said Wilson. The thefts include three incidents in the city of Shell Lake and surrounding jurisdictions. The most recent incident occurred at a business. “Hopefully, in next month’s report, you will see a few more in the arrest-column number,” Wilson stated.

Board approval On a recommendation from the executive human resources committee, the city council approved to adopt the HealthPartners 2500/5000 insurance plan over the current Medica insurance plan. The city began looking for alternative health insurance plans after learning that Medica insurance plan rates would be increasing about 24.5 percent. “For the most part, I think it is almost identical to our existing insurance plan, and we were very pleased with the rates,” said Pederson.

The council approved the recommendation to include reconstruction of North Lake Drive from the CTH B intersection to Donovan Cove Road in the five-year roadimprovement plan on a 5-1 vote. The project is slated for 2015 with the possibility of construction in September 2014.

Huff Cutt Concrete Inc. was approved by the city council to construct the engineered fabricated concrete building for the wastewater fine screen improvement project with the low bid at $37,645.

Parker’s request for authorization to start stumping and grubbing for the ATV

campground met council approval. “I have lined up a contractor to use a track hoe and a dozer for $200 an hour,” stated Parker. According to Parker, only 100 hours of work would be allotted to the project, and no city crew would work on the project.

Three hired, one resignation meets board approval

Danielle Moe|staff writer SPOONER – The resignation of one longtime coach and the hiring of three other positions met approval during the regular monthly meeting of the Spooner School Board of Education on Monday, Nov. 11.

Board members accepted the resignation of Sue Mooney as the girls soccer coach.

“She was a really good coach and has been with us for many years,” acknowledged Dr. Donald Haack, school superintendent.

The board also approved hiring two basketball coaches. Cole Schneiner was hired as the C Team boys basketball coach, and Kayleigh Lutz was hired as the C Team girls basketball coach. Bethany Weideman was hired as a special education aide to work with students in the SAVE Academy on enrichment days.

Board members considered a proposal to switch the school district’s Skyward software from an annual contract to a three-

year contract. Skyward is the software the school uses for student, financial and employee management. The total projected savings by switching to a three-year contract was determined to be $4,618. After discussion, the board decided the contract would be bid out to receive the fairest possible pricing.

The need to replace one of the school’s snow brushes came before the board during the buildings and grounds update.

According to Michael Markgren, district business manager, the district has two tractors fitted with snow brushes used for ice and snow removal, but one breaks down daily. After discussion, the board approved purchasing a new snow brush from the low bidder, Tractor Central, at $7,290. In his write-up to the board, Markgren added that he budgets $10,000 annually for equipment replacement.

Area news at a glance RICE LAKE — A former Rice Lake High School girls varsity volleyball coach has been accused of stealing between $18,000 and $32,000 as head of the Rice Lake Youth Volleyball Association. Gerri A. Cowley, 35, Barron, is scheduled to appear in Barron County Circuit Court on Wednesday, Nov. 20, for an initial hearing on a felony charge of theft in a business setting. She was head volleyball coach from 2011-2012 and led the youth volleyball association.

The criminal complaint states that there were issues with Cowley as the head coach and as head of the association. Ultimately, Cowley stepped down as coach in May. In June she was informed that an association board of directors was formed and they were requesting financial records. In mid-July Cowley sent a letter to the board stating that she had closed the checking account for the association and all documentation was lost when her relatives moved, the complaint stated. A subsequent inves-

Shell Lake Lions Calendar Winners Nov. 4 - $30 Nancy Lengyel, Sarona Nov. 5 - $30 Al/Judy Olsen, Ocala, Fla. Nov. 6 - $30 Margaret Buterfield, Sarona Nov. 7 - $30 Krista Schultz, Rice Lake Nov. 8 - $30 Crystal Hodgett, Shell Lake

The Kitchen Mercantile Winners also announced on WJMC FM Radio

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Temperatures recorded at Spooner Ag Research Station 2012 High Low Precip.

Nov. 4 40 26 Nov. 5 46 26 Nov. 6 46 27 .19” rain

trace snow Nov. 7 40 33 .05” rain Nov. 8 41 34 Nov. 9 52 30 Nov. 10 44 38 2013 High Low Precip.

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tigation revealed that starting in March 2011, there were numerous cash withdrawals totaling $4,450 made on the account in 2011. In 2012, there were cash withdrawals totaling $6,855. In 2013, there were cash withdrawals totaling $2,772. She also allegedly issued herself numerous checks totaling $5,495 and received “cash back” funds totaling $2,939, stated the complaint. Cowley told a Rice Lake Police Department investigator last month that she used league funds to pay personal bills and to cover other expenses. She estimated that she took $10,000-$15,000. Association officials said $18,000-$32,000 is unaccounted for while Cowley was in control of the league funds. The felony carries a maximum penalty of five years in prison and five years on extended supervision. — from the Rice Lake Chronotype

••• CUMBERLAND — Chrysler Corporation presented a plaque recognizing Cifaldi Motors of Cumberland for 50 years in business as a Chrysler dealership at an open house held Friday, Nov. 1. — from the Cumberland Advocate ••• FREDERIC — A man was airlifted to a Twin Cities hospital Sunday, Nov. 3, after suffering injuries from an apparent assault.

Frederic Police Chief Dale Johnson said a passerby found the man unconscious on a downtown Frederic street. The man was taken by ambulance to St. Croix Regional Medical Center and then airlifted to Regions Hospital in St. Paul. Johnson said the matter remains under investigation. — from the Inter-County Leader •••

Register Memories 1953 - 60 years ago

• W.G. Hoar and Dr. D.J. Welter took an icy bath when their boat overturned while duck hunting on Clam Lake. The accident occurred when their dog jumped from the boat just as one of them was shooting at ducks. The boat overturned, spilling all of their equipment in about 5 feet of cool water. They were able to salvage all of their gear except a shotgun belong to Mr. Hoar who thought that his gun’s safety was off and would fire if the trigger was accidently caught in dragging for it.

• In observance of American Education Week, the Sarona School entertained parents and friends one afternoon. Mrs. Lester Olson, Spooner, showed movies on Mexico.

• Mrs. Andrew Ek, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Reinhart, Nancy Allen and Joe Rounce, Mr. and Mrs. Everett Rounce, and Mrs. Alfonse attended a birthday party at the Darrell Reinharts’ in Minong for their son David’s first birthday.

• Ann Hoar, Bonnie Lind, Connie Hard, Delores Stariha and Avis Olson rode with William Carter to Minneapolis to attend the ballet.

1963 - 50 years ago

• Construction of the bathhouse at the Shell Lake public beach was under the direction of contractor Glen Nordin. The building was a project of the Shell Lake Lions Club.

• The Lutheran God-Home-Country Award was presented to Karen and Wayne Romsos, children of Mr. and Mrs. Erling Romsos, Barronett, at the worship service at the Timberland Lutheran Church. Karen and Wayne were members of the Timberland Beavers 4-H Club. The God-Home-Country Award was a recognition given by Lutheran congregations to their young people who have given evidence of faithfulness and usefulness to their church and who have commendable 4-H records.

• The Shell Lake Chamber of Com-

SIREN — Burnett County Humane Society Director Lore Quinn called the organization’s plan to build a new facility on property south of Webster a “win-win for the animals and the community.” Quinn made her remarks during the public hearing held on the society’s request for a conditional use permit to build a new facility on acreage in the village of Webster. She said several donations have allowed the humane society to purchase a 63-acre parcel of land in the village of Webster. “The challenge of our current facility has always been its location in a residential area,” Quinn told the committee. Quinn said the new property is a perfect site for a shelter.

“It will get us out of a residential area and will allow us to build a larger and more efficient facility,” said Quinn. — from the Inter-County Leader

Compiled by Suzanne Johnson

merce donated $50 and the city of Shell Lake $150 to the Northern Pines Girl Scout Council in order that the local Girl Scouts could continue to be an active part of the Scout program.

• 4-H Leaders elected officers at their annual meeting. Elected was Mrs. LaVerne West, president; Mrs. Joe Biver, vice president; Mrs. Mervyn Elliott, secretary; and William Lindenberger, treasurer.

1973 - 40 years ago

• Woodcraft Industries warehouse and original building, representing over 7,000 square feet of space, were destroyed by fire. Robert Neuman, owner, estimated damage to be well over $85,000 in building and contents. Neuman said the fire apparently started in the old wiring or the old furnace, which he had been attempting to replace.

• Tim Mallo of Shell Lake’s 3rd Ward was appointed by Mayor Cyrus Atkinson to fill the unexpired term of Alderman John Schullo who resigned that position.

• The Washburn County Board of Supervisors voted not to accept $14,000 to build a nursing home or hospital. Myrtle Sedmorsky stipulated in her will that from the date of her death her estate should go to the county to build a nursing home or hospital within the next 10 years.

If the county did not use it for that purpose, the money was to go to the Spooner Methodist Church. The county board determined they had no intention to use the money for that purpose, so voted to turn the matter over to the county court for further legal action.

• Shell Lake High School basketball team, coached by Rodger Studt and Ray Johnson, included Paul Moen, Kim Odden, Jeff Pederson, Brian Hansen, Greg Odden, Jim Drivinghawk, Pat Haremza, Jeff Hile, Mike Lindemann and Pete Moen. Manager was Jonn Dinnies.

The returning lettermen were Paul and Pete Moen, Brian Hansen, Jeff Hile and Jeff Pederson.

1983 - 30 years ago

• Dale Johnson, Shell Lake, was elected student senator at the University of Minnesota - Crookston. Johnson was a sophomore majoring in agriculture.

• Chosen Shell Lake Elementary School Good Citizens were Matthew Krantz, second grade; and Bob Kemp, fourth grade.

• Joan Quenan, JoAnne Olson, Gina Lewis and Rudene Krueger, representing Indianhead Medical Center Auxiliary, were among 350 persons attending the annual convention of Wisconsin Hospital Association auxiliaries in Lake Geneva.

• Shell Lake students enrolled at UWStout were DuWayne Swan, Yvonne Furchtenicht, Jon Albright and Lisa Knox.

1993 - 20 years ago

• D.B. “Rhiny” and Marge Reinhart were named Shell Lake Citizens of the Year.

• The first snowfall of the season came on Nov. 4 leaving behind 7 inches of snow.

• Harlan Bergeron celebrated his 40th birthday with a surprise party at Tiptown.

• Wayne Krantz, Shell Lake, was one of 12 former area high school standouts named to the University of Wisconsin Center-Barron County men’s basketball team after successfully competing for positions on the Charger squad during tryouts.

2003 - 10 years ago

• Matthew Stone received a kidney transplant at Methodist Hospital in Rochester, Minn.

• Cheri and Steve Minot moved into their newly built home on Little Long Lake.

• Gerry’s Fifth Avenue Salon in Lake Mall held its one-year anniversary.

• Shell Lake’s schoolwide food drive and the student council’s trick-or-treat food drive resulted in over 4,000 items being donated to the Washburn County Food Pantry.

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C O M M U N I T Y H A P P E N I N G S November

Thursday, Nov. 14 • The Shell Lake Lions Club meeting, 6:30 p.m., Shell Lake Community Center.

• 2014 Washburn County ACS Relay For Life Early Kickoff, 4-7 p.m., Becky’s in Shell Lake. Register your team and get 50-percent discount. Registration is 4-6 p.m. with short meeting to follow. For more info, call 715-416-3493.

Friday-Sunday, Nov. 15-17 • “The Odd Couple” at the Erika Quam Theatre, Shell Lake. For reservations, call 715-468-4387 or visit titw.org.

Friday, Nov. 15 • Dairyland Donkey Basketball, sponsored by Shell Lake High School Student Council, 7 p.m., in the high school gym. Proceeds to be donated to metastatic cancer research. Tickets available at the Shell Lake school offices, the Shell Lake State Bank and at the door.

• Barronett Civic Club Hunters’ Supper, Barronett Community Center, 5:30 p.m. Bring a Toys For Tots donation and get a free beverage.

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Saturday, Nov. 16 • Meal-in-a-peel and craft sale, Sarona Methodist Church.

• Indianhead Writers meeting, 1 p.m., Northwind Book & Fiber bookstore, Spooner. Anyone interested in writing is welcome to attend. For more information, call 715-468-2604.

Monday, Nov. 18 • Northern Lights Camera Club, 7 p.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, 1790 Scribner St., Spooner.

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

Tuesday, Nov. 19 • Shell Lake/Spooner Masonic Lodge 221 meeting, 7 p.m., at the lodge.

• A licensed ACA navigator from CEP Inc. will be at the Lakeland Family Resource Center, 314 Elm St., Spooner, to discuss the Health Insurance Marketplace. The event will start at 7 p.m.

• Chicken dinner, craft and bake sale, 4:30-7 p.m., Salem Lutheran Church, Shell Lake.

Wednesday, Nov. 20 • Games and activities, 1 p.m., Shell Lake Senior Center.

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

• Thanksgiving and Bless-the-Hunter worship service, 6 p.m., potluck dinner 6:30 p.m., Long Lake Lutheran Church. For more information, call 715-354-3804.

Thursday, Nov. 21 • Shell Lake PTA meeting, 6:30 p.m., in the 3-12 school library. Babysitting available.

Saturday, Nov. 23 • Chicog Fire Department annual hunters feed, turkey and ham and all the trimmings, 5-8 p.m., Chicog Town Hall, 10 miles west of Minong on Hwy. 77.

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

Monday, Nov. 25 • Wilderness player auction, good for an hour’s worth of work from a Wilderness player. Proceeds go to benefit the American Cancer Society. Event will be hosted at Jerseys Bar & Grill from 5-8 p.m.

Wednesday, Nov. 27 • Free community supper, 4-6 p.m., St. Alban Episcopal Church, 220 Elm St., Spooner.

Thursday, Nov. 28 • Tozer Turkey Trot 5K run/walk benefit for the Washburn County Food Pantry. Registration 7-8:15 a.m. Start time is 8 a.m., at the intersection of Tozer Lake Road and Green Valley Road, Spooner.

For more information, call Kate 715-220-3076 or Ryan, 715-338-2317.

Saturday, Nov. 30 • Recycle plastic bags, making them into holiday crocheted snowflakes, perfect for hanging outdoors, 1-4 p.m., Northwind Book & Fiber, downtown Spooner, 715-635-6811 or northwindbook.com.

• Christmas Art and Craft Show, Spooner United Methodist Church, 312 Elm. St., 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Also bake sale and lunch.

December

Sunday, Dec. 1 • Intermezzo Christmas concert, 5 p.m., Wesleyan Church, Spooner. Scholarship winners will be performing.

Tuesday, Dec. 3 • Shell Lake/Spooner Masonic Lodge 221 meeting, 7 p.m. at the lodge.

Wednesday, Dec. 4 • Washburn County HCE holiday luncheon, 11:30 a.m.

• Unit on Aging, 1 p.m., Shell Lake Senior Center.

• Free soup and sandwiches, Church of the Nazarene, Spooner, 5:30 p.m. Call 715-635-3496 to confirm. All welcome. Donations accepted.

• The 16th-annual Holly Auction and Taste of the Holly Days, Rice Lake Elks Lodge Banquet Hall, 36 East Eau Claire Street, Rice Lake. Doors open at 6 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 5 • Aphasia Group, 10-11:30 a.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, Spooner.

Call 715-520-7999.

• Northwest Wisconsin Parkinson’s Disease Support Group, 1 p.m., lower level at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Shell Lake.

• Free community meal, St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church, 409 Summit, Spooner, 4-6 p.m. All welcome. Donations accepted.

Saturday, Dec. 7 • Shell Lake’s Holiday Saturday celebration at local businesses, 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. Santa will meet for breakfast at the community center.

• Christmas Fund bake sale, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Suburban Propane, Lake Mall, Shell Lake.

• Shell Lake United Methodist Church Holiday Bazaar, 9 a.m.- 1 p.m.

• Holiday Saturday After-School Craft Sale, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 3-12 school.

• Santa’s visit, Lakeland Family Resource Center, 314 Elm St., Spooner, 9 a.m.-noon.

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

Wednesday, Dec. 11 • Free community meal, 4-6 p.m., United Methodist Church, 135 Reinhart Dr., Shell Lake. All welcome. Donations accepted.

• The board of directors for the Railroad Memories Museum meeting, 1 p.m., Spooner City Hall. All volunteers welcome.

Thursday, Dec. 12 • The Shell Lake Lions Club meeting, 6:30 p.m., Shell Lake Community Center.

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

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

Saturday, Dec. 14 • Springbrook VFW children’s Christmas party, 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. Adult party 6-9 p.m.

Monday, Dec. 16 • Northern Lights Camera Club, 7 p.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, 1790 Scribner St., Spooner.

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

Tuesday, Dec. 17 • Shell Lake/Spooner Masonic Lodge 221 meeting, 7 p.m., at the lodge.

Wednesday, Dec. 18 • Games and activities, 1 p.m., Shell Lake Senior Center.

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

Thursday, Dec. 19 • Shell Lake PTA meeting, 6:30 p.m., in the 3-12 school library. Babysitting available.

Thursday, Dec. 26 • Free community supper, 4-6 p.m., St. Alban Episcopal Church, 220 Elm St., Spooner.

Saturday, Dec. 28 • Free community breakfast, 7-10 a.m., First United Pentecostal Church, 337 Greenwood Ave., Spooner. All welcome. Donations accepted.

Celebrating a century Danielle Moe|staff writer SHELL LAKE — “She is a fabulous mom, very honest, and has always tried to guide us in the right direction,” said David Nilssen. On Saturday, Nov. 9, his mother, Jessie Nilssen, joined the ranks of 316,600 centenarians worldwide by celebrating with family and friends at Glenview Living Center in Shell Lake.

Born in 1913, Nilssen grew up on a dairy farm in Dunn County where she learned to milk cows. “I did everything I could on the farm, it was a good life,” stated Nilssen. The sixth of nine children to attend high school, she credits her Aunt Nora in making it possible at all. Nilssen moved to Clear Lake to work with her aunt and attended Clear Lake High School. After high school, she stayed in Polk County and worked at the county nursing home and began saving for a higher education.

“I saved up my $20 a month and went to River Falls for teachers training,” she said.

Two years later, she was teaching at a country school in Almena when her high school friend, Harold, began picking her up to go home for visits. “The whole story is we eloped,” Nilssen said breaking into laughter. Marriage bars were a common practice until the 1960s, they restricted married women from employment in many professions, especially teaching and clerical jobs. Jessie and Harold did not let this stop them from building a life together. “I was teaching in the country school and he was teaching in Ashland and all of a sudden, after all the years we

Jessie Nilssen celebrated 100 years on Saturday, Nov. 9, with family and friends. — Photo

by Danielle Moe were in high school and everything, we realized that we had a life together,” she said, beaming at the memory. One weekend Harold came home and they decided to elope to Bessemer, Mich., and were married.

The couple moved to Ashland where they had four children: David, Denny,

Jessie Nilssen poses next to her nephew Paul Lorre’s Porsche after an exhilarating ride. — Special photo Jeanne and Sherri. The family remained in Ashland for the next 40 years, retiring to a home on Sand Lake near Stone Lake.

To this day, Nilssen likes to read, sew and knit, employing her sewing powers with a church group. “The first thing I

do every morning is read from my devotion books,” she stated. Nilssen said she is most proud of her family, them and her quilts. “I ask God why am I living so long, and the answer was right here, we need quilts,” she said emphatically.

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

••• Terraceview Living Center Inc. is providing opportunities for talented volunteers skilled in group and one-to-one interactions with the elderly. Seeking services between 3 and 7 p.m. daily.

There will be flexibility in scheduling your services. Orientation is provided. If you are interested please stop by their office and fill out an application.

••• Faith in Action of Washburn County is looking for volunteers to provide direct services to seniors and adults with disabilities.

Tasks might include transportation, light housekeeping, light yard work, fix-it jobs, telephone and in-person visits. Training is provided, and all volunteers choose what they want to do and when they want to volunteer. For more information, please call 715-6352252 or email Faith In Action at faithinactionwc@yahoo.com.

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

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

••• Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity ReStore is looking for volunteers to help out in the ReStore, 805 River St., Spooner cleaning, selling, stocking and picking up donations. Contact Paul, 715-520-8200, for more info.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Friday and Saturday: Washburn County Genealogy Room, 1061/2 - 2nd Avenue, Museum Hewitt Building, Shell Lake, is closed for the winter. Appointments can be made during the winter, weather permitting. Call 715-635-7937 for information.

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ICHC installs new officers during fall dinner meeting

Turns Family Walk of Memories over to TLC

Suzanne Johnson|staff writer SHELL LAKE — Gathering at Glenview in Shell Lake on Monday, Nov. 4, members of Indianhead Community Health Care Inc. held their annual fall dinner meeting.

Beginning in the fall of 1968 as the Indianhead Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, ICHC now has 30 paid members that provide support to local health-care facilities. President Sue Weathers conducted the business meeting following the meal.

Paul Naglosky, administrator of Indianhead Medical Center, told ICHC members that the transition to electronic medical records at the hospital went smoothly. He shared that in September the hospital received a new cardiac monitoring system. He said that a goal is to update the radiology department. He also stated that there are interesting changes in health care due to the Affordable Care Act. He commented that the clinic staffing is solid and it is going well.

Sue Weathers, administrator of Glenview, shared that the facility is full and is drawing tenants from out of the area as family members are relocating to this area.

Kurt Graves, Terraceview Living Center administrator, introduced Bonnie Kurtz, activity coordinator at TLC. Kurtz shared about TLC being selected to be part of the Wisconsin Music & Memory Initiative. Training has been done and the facility will be certified. Individual play-

lists will be downloaded to an iPod with headsets for residents to use.

Jan Ogden, memorial/legacy committee, explained that the Family Walk of Memories, located on the TLC campus, has been transferred from ICHC to be managed

by TLC. Graves stated that residents will be able to be involved with the continuation of the project. Family Walk of Memories began over 10 years ago as a way to remember or honor a loved one by purchasing a personalized brick to be displayed in the area landscaped with shrubs, flowers, a water fountain and an eternal flame.

Dexie Dunham, interim treasurer, commented in her report that the Love Lites fundraising project is under way. This currently is the only fundraiser for ICHC. She encouraged members to make donations in honor or in memory of someone. Those wishing to donate may send a check to Indianhead Medical Center, ICHC Inc., P.O. Box 300, Shell Lake, WI 54871. Names of those being honored and remembered will be displayed at IMC and TLC. Joni Parker, speaking on health education, shared that November is National Lung Cancer Awareness Month.

She stated that the American Cancer Society’s Great American Smokeout is set for Thursday, Nov. 21. The Great American Smokeout challenges people to stop using tobacco.

Jude Bolterman reported that Lifeline has 65 units in operation. Lifeline provides a service at $30 per month to assist residents in Washburn County to remain in their homes, taking away some of the worry of having elderly parents living alone. Bolterman also commented that

Installed as officers of Indianhead Community Health Care Inc. on Monday, Nov. 4, were (L to R): Sabrina Naglosky, secretary; Sue Weathers, treasurer; Jude Bolterman, Northwest District president; and Nancy Furchtenicht, vice president. Not present: Linda King, president.

— Photos by Suzanne Johnson

Kurt Graves, administrator of Terraceview Living Center in Shell Lake, received the official transfer of the Family Walk of Memories to TLC from Jan Ogden, ICHC Memorial/Legacy chairperson.

Shell Lake was mentioned three times in a recent Wisconsin Hospital Association Partners newsletter. ICHC was recognized with an Honor Points Award and for the Hope Scarves project where all women diagnosed with breast cancer who received a mammogram at IMC receive a hand-knit scarf along with a note that reads, “This scarf is a friendly reminder that you are not alone.

Each one is made with love and hope. Each stitch pulls together everyone who is thinking of you – and hope multiplied is love from above. Prayers go with you from all of us.” Also mentioned in the newsletter was the fine performance by Ness and Bolterman in the skit about the new baseball team that they performed at the state WHA convention.

Before the adjournment of the meeting, Bolterman, president of the Northwest District of WHA, installed the new slate of officers for ICHC. New officers are Linda King, president; Nancy Furchtenicht, vice president; Sabrina Naglosky, secretary; and Sue Weathers, treasurer.

King was unable to attend the meeting and will be installed at the next board meeting.

4-H achievement award winners announced SPOONER — 4-H Achievement Night for Washburn County 4-H members was held Friday, Nov. 1, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Spooner. The following is a list of award recipients and their areas of accomplishment: Swine: Dominic Hopke Pets: Kate Rosenbush and Cheyenne Nowaczyk Exotic Animals: Jackie Rosenbush and James W. Crowley THE 4-H Dairy Leadership Award: Tyler Crosby Arts and crafts: Kaitlyn Draves

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Give so others will enjoy the holiday!

Gifts of money, new toys and new clothing may be dropped off at the following locations:

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251 E. Maple St. (Hwy. 70 East) Spooner Monetary donations may be mailed to: “CHRISTMAS FUND” P.O. Box 321, Spooner, WI 54801 Names of families needing assistance requested no later than Tuesday, Dec. 10 Gift Basket forms available at: Washburn County Human Services Office, Shell Lake Washburn County Food Pantry Washburn County Public Health, Spooner Spooner Advocate Washburn County Register PLEASE, ONE APPLICATION PER FAMILY

Recipients must complete form and pledge to be home (or have an adult present) between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Friday, December 20, to receive the basket.

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SPOONER — Are you curious about what is an aging and disability resource center, also known as ADRC? Have you asked, “What do they do?” There is an opportunity to find out on Thursday, Nov. 14. Two sessions will be held that day at the Oscar Johnson Center at the Washburn County Fairgrounds in Spooner. The first session is at 9 a.m. with a second session at 1 p.m.

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Diane Dryden|staff writer SPOONER — In about a week you will hear the bells of the Salvation Army ringers everywhere you go as they start their six-week campaign to get you to dig deeply and give.

Ringers will be at ShopKo and Economart in Spooner again this year because it’s the two places where they can be inside, out of the cold and wind. You might get someone minding the kettle who has cold feet or it might be a young mother, with her children in tow, ringing the bell. Either way, they might be there watching you pass by without contributing or hearing those words, “I already gave,” repeated over and over.

According to the origin of the Salvation Army’s red kettle, folks have been encouraged to put something in the kettle since December 1891. A Salvation Army captain in San Francisco wanted to provide a free Mary Shepherd, Spooner, has been the Christmas dinner to the area’s poor, but did not have the money to do it. He re- Washburn County Salvation Army chair for 13 membered back to his own past as a sailor years and counting. — Photo by Diane Dryden in Liverpool, England, where there was a large pot into which charitable donations The storeowners then send these vouchwere thrown by passers-by. ers to the main office and are reimbursed.

The following day he got permission to These vouchers can also be used as travelplace a similar one at the Oakland ferry ers aid for people needing transportation landing that was at the foot of Market or fuel or overnight housing.

Street. Thus Capt. Joseph McFee launched Mary Shepherd is the local chair for the a tradition that has spread throughout the organization. She has given 13 years to the United States and beyond.

Salvation Army after sliding into the posiIn 1897, the kettle money paid for tion after her pastor and his wife, who had 150,000 Christmas dinners for the needy. been the chair, moved away.

Today the Salvation Army serves 30 “We help people out all the time,” she million people through a myriad of other said. “People needing help can call my services all year long. This is why you number, 715-635-3742, and leave a mesneed to give generously when you hear sage. I will get back to them and arrange a those bells. You might just be contribut- time and place to get together.” ing to helping yourself and your own After 122 years of kettle collections and family when disaster strikes at your door. service outreach, the Army has branched These are the people who rush to the scene out from the original Christmas dinners when there is a devastating tornado, like for the poor to programs for health care the local one in 2001. No one in Siren ever and residential assistance and abuse counexpected to be hit by a tornado, but when seling. There is a youth service program they were, the Salvation Army volunteers that includes music, athletics, arts and manned the building that was designated crafts, camping and family counseling. to hold the donated household goods Even the senior citizens can benefit from and clothes. They also wrote vouchers for the Salvation Army through their senior food, or medicine, electricity or gas for the centers. At Christmas the program even hundreds who were virtually homeless includes help for families and individuafter the tornado. They stayed for months. als financially at year-end with toys and They were also in Ladysmith shortly after meals. And they’ve even become an advothe straight-line winds destroyed so much cacy for human and sexual trafficking. of the town, with endless volunteer hours The red kettles are used in lands like and vouchers.

Korea, Japan and Chile and in many EuroThe system is set up county by county pean countries. Everywhere public contriand because of that, not only do they rush butions to the kettles enable the Salvation wherever needed, but they take care of Army to bring the spirit of Christmas to their own people because there are vouch- those who would otherwise be forgotten ers given out almost daily here in Wash- all year long — to the aged and lonely, the burn County. These promise-to-pay chits ill, and the inmates of jails and other instifrom the Salvation Army guarantee that tutions, the poor and unfortunate, honorthose who receive them to help with food, ing their motto, Doing the Most Good. clothing, shelter and financial assistance Washburn County’s Salvation Army will have them honored wherever they go budget is set by only what the local kettles within the county to pay for their items. bring in. Of that amount, 86 percent stays in the county.

The Salvation Army’s top man, called a commissioner, receives a salary of $13,000 for managing this $2 billion organization, and with these modest salaries, 86 cents of every dollar you give actually goes to help others.

When you hear the Salvation Army bells ring, you might want to be generous to the organization who not only works around the world, but right here in Washburn County. Maybe they will be working for you in this coming year. They’ll be the ones handing out the food and the clothes and the vouchers when any disaster befalls this county’s citizens, be it a large disaster or an individual one.

The local kettles are manned Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. with volunteers working on a two-hour or less shift starting Friday, Nov. 22, and going until Christmas. Volunteers are needed again this year. To volunteer, call The Salvation Army banner on the traditional Shepherd at 715-635-3742. red kettle will be a common sight soon at both ShopKo and Economart in Spooner.

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Area writers corner They travel at night

by Sylvia Oberle, Stanley hen songbirds fly across Lake Superior, they travel at night. As a new birder/hiker it surprised me to learn that two-thirds of songbirds travel at night. Think about it. It does make sense. The birds cross when the weather is right, when there’s a calm, even breeze at their back, and they are with “birds of a feather.”

The birds alight in the morning on the opposite shore.

Here, they will feed and restore their energy during the day. Shorter days and wind shifts play a part in migration. But it’s not the cold. It’s the lessening of the food supply, especially for insect eaters.

The flight over Lake Superior is good practice because it strengthens them for longer flights. Some of these birds soon will be migrating over the Gulf of Mexico without stopping, heading for the tropics.

I took my first hike with real birders a few weeks ago.

The leader impressed me immensely with his knowledge of birdsongs. It was quite an eye-opener for a neophyte like me. Walker and talker, I just wanted to walk.

Not stop and shush.

“Hurry, get your binoculars in place! There’s an eastern towhee on that tree. Shh! Listen! Its call seems to say, “Drink your tea, drink your tea.”

I fumbled with my binoculars and tried to adjust them in time. Everyone else voiced ohs and ahs and

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was smiling. Oh my, this is going to take practice, I thought. By the time I got my glasses adjusted the bird had flown. I heard the towhee’s song loud and clear so that was one plus for me. Today, I’m making a mental note to be a listener and do a little study and practice in my spare time.

The devices for learning birdsongs are many. You may use tapes, CDs or even apps developed by Audubon and others that will play the songs on your smartphone. Some play the sounds so the birds will call back. This is fun, now and then in your backyard, but real birders and ornithologists caution against too much of this, especially in the spring. When the birds are mating, it may confuse them and birds will leave the area because they fear too much competition.

Leading bird organizations are encouraging cities to join bird conservation effort.

Bayfield and Ashland are now Bird Cities. They hold events such as birding and nature festivals, Migratory Bird Days, and Christmas bird counts to help educate the public and add to our fun in nature.

On the home front, I have joined the Adopt-a-Bird Program at Beaver Creek Reserve. Chipping sparrows love my brush pile so I chose to adopt this sparrow.

The information I received tells me that “Chippies” migrate at night in flocks of 20 to 30 birds. They fly all the way to Mexico and Central America. That’s good to learn, but now it’s time to get ready for our winter friends.

Redpoll in a snowstorm. — Photo by Sylvia Oberle

A special request

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hose of you that have reached the grandparenting chapter of your life will be able to relate to what I am going to share with you about a special request.

When I was expecting my first child 32 years ago, I didn’t know the gender until his birth. Due to technology, using an ultrasound, parents can choose to know the gender months before the baby’s arrival. As I prepared for a baby’s birth, I hand knit a baby blanket using a pink, blue and white variegated yarn. I also used this same blanket for my second child born three years later.

Since that time that blanket has been used to cover not only my daughter’s baby dolls, but also my granddaughter’s dollies.

As I was expecting my first grandchild, I once again knit a baby blanket. This time I used a different pattern, making the blanket

crib size. When a second grandbaby was coming I did the same, and I recently finished a third baby blanket for the third grandchild that will arrive in April.

As I was showing the completed baby blanket to my daughter, Amanda, granddaughter Adalyn showed me the blanket I made for her over four years ago. It is in shades of yellow and green. She made the comment, “I like red now.” OK, I thought. Then Adalyn asked, “Grammy, can you make me a red blanket?” Now what Grammy that enjoys knitting can ignore a special request? Two days later, Grammy was on her way to buy red yarn.

Without realizing it, I left my knitting project setting out in the family room when Adalyn came to visit. She must have seen it but didn’t say anything until she was ready to go back home. She pulled me aside and asked, “Grammy, can I take my new blanket home?” I

had to explain to her that I hadn’t finished it yet. Actually, I was thinking of making it a Christmas gift.

A couple of weekends ago, even though I had plans to be away, an annoying head cold forced me to stay home. It actually became a wonderful opportunity for me to sit and enjoy the sun shining in the south window of my living room, as I sat on the comfortable couch and knit with the red yarn to finish the special-request blanket. As I completed the easy-to-do pattern, I started planning ahead. I think when Adalyn becomes a teenager, I should knit a more complicated blanket that she will hopefully enjoy into her adult years.

As for this special red blanket, I don’t think I can wait until Christmas to present this gift to Adalyn. I think it will have to be a special Thanksgiving gift instead.

Beyond the office door • Suzanne Johnson

28th-annual Christmas Fund seeking donations SHELL LAKE — The Shell Lake Lions and the Washburn County Register have joined with the Spooner-Trego Lions Club in sponsoring the 28th-annual Christmas Fund. Brenda DeWitt is the project chairperson, and Lion Mike Cox is the coordinator for Shell Lake.

In 2012, the Christmas Fund provided

groceries, new clothing and new toys for 197 families in the Shell Lake and Spooner school districts. This includes the communities of Sarona, Springbrook and Trego.

In Shell Lake, gifts of new clothing and toys may be placed in a donation box at the Washburn County Register newspaper office in Lake Mall and also at the

INDIANHEAD COMMUNITY HEALTH CARE, INC. INVITES YOU TO SHARE WITH US OUR

ICHC LOVELITE TREE This Donation Given By:

Shell Lake State Bank by Tuesday, Dec. 6. Monetary donations may be mailed to Christmas Fund, P.O. Box 321, Spooner, WI 54801.

Those in the Shell Lake School District wishing to fill out a confidential form for a gift basket may pick up a form at the Register newspaper office or at the Washburn County Human Services office. Request forms need to be received no later than Tuesday, Dec. 10. An adult will need to be home on Friday, Dec. 20, between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. for delivery of the Christmas basket.

During Shell Lake’s Holiday Saturday on Dec. 7, there will be a bake sale for the Christmas Fund held at Suburban Propane in Lake Mall between 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Items for the Christmas baskets may also be dropped off that day.— from WCR

Drop-off points in Shell Lake for donations of new toys and clothing for the Christmas Fund are at the Washburn County Register newspaper office in Lake Mall and the Shell Lake State Bank. The deadline for donations is Tuesday, Dec. 10. — Photo by Suzanne Johnson

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Bring a veteran to school Brady and Eli Fritz were proud to bring their grandfather, Mark Fritz, to school on Bring A Veteran to School Day as part of the Shell Lake Veterans Day program held Monday, Nov. 11.

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Cole Lynch brought his grandfather, Charlie Lehmann, to school. Lehmann served in the Air Force.

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Veterans Day program at Shell Lake a time to give thanks

Five fourth-grade students were selected to write and recite a story about veterans.

With teacher and Capt. Pete Hopke as master of ceremonies, the children read their special stories. Shown (L to R): Cade Hansen, Isaac Hopke, Colton Wykel, Caitlyn The Shell Lake choir, under the direction of Steve Bulgrin, performed a rendition of “Seize the Day” by Roger Skattebo and Carlton Miller.

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The speakers for the Veterans Day program paid respect at the beginning of the program as the colors were presented and the national anthem played. Shown (L to R): Keynote speaker Staff Sgt. Phil Jossart, Capt. Pete Hopke, Danette Hopke, Badger Girl Colleen Knoop and Badger Boy David Brereton.

The Shell Lake students stand and pay respect as Hans Cathers from the Shell Lake Honor Guard carries the American flag in at the start of the ceremony on Monday, Nov. 11, at the Shell Lake 3-12 School.

Shell Lake High School students Natalie Smith and Gina McSweeney practice taps before the program.

Being selected for taps is a high honor.

Fighting hunger - one propane tank refill at a time The Washburn County Food Pantry received $332 from Burnett Dairy Cooperative in Grantsburg. For every propanetank-refill stop their Fueling for Hunger truck makes, Burnett Dairy donates $1 to area food shelves. Donations are distributed quarterly. Nicki Peterson from Burnett Dairy is pictured presenting the check to Sue Adams from Washburn County Food Pantry. – Photo submitted

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Naval recruiter AME 2 Matthew Lee is talking to Spooner High School sophomore Sam Meaux about the educational opportunities available. In addition to the outstanding technical schools in the military, veterans can earn money toward a college or technical school education. — Photo by Larry Samson

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SPORTS

Looking back over the season

Larry Samson|staff writer SHELL LAKE — Laker head coach Mark Lehnherr recapped the 2013 football season at the football banquet held Tuesday, Nov. 5, in Reinhart Commons. The season started out with a 27-0 win over Division 5 Philips before their home fans. Tanner Williams ran for three touchdowns, but what looked to be a promising season turned sour when Williams left the game with a knee injury that took him out for most of the season. In their second game of the season, Shell Lake went up against Wisconsin Heights in Carson Park. Shell Lake came away with a 39-14 loss. Shell Lake had a 38-0 loss to Clayton in their third game. The Lakers traveled to Elmwood to play the Elmwood/Plum City Knights in their first matchup and came away with a 14-13 win. After a 22-7 loss to Flambeau, Shell Lake played an offensive freefor-all against Turtle Lake but came out on the short end, losing 52-41. In that game, Sam Livingston’s high school football career came to an end with a knee injury. Shell Lake lost 35-7 to Pepin/Alma in the next game and 43-0 in an ugly game to Clear Lake the following week. The season came to an end in a home game that the Lakers lost, 34-21, to Lake Holcombe/Cornell.

While injuries took their toll on the team, players stepped up and finished the season with their heads held high. The character of a team is not measured in the win-loss column in a scorebook. “It is how we finished

The awards were voted on by the team to recognize those individual athletes who excelled over the season. Shown (L to R): Ben Frey, Rookie of the Year; Christian Monson, Scout Team Player; Nathaniel Wingler, Most Improved; Jesse Sibert, Coaches Award; David Brereton, Special Teams Player; Sam Muska, Offensive MVP; Defensive MVP Beau Skluzacek and Sam Livingston was selected Most Valuable Player. — Photos by Larry Samson the games, how hard they played,” Lehnherr said of his team. “It is all about the kids, win or lose, they go out and play for fun.”

Shell Lake had three players on the Lakeland All-Conference team. Sam Livingston earned a place on the first

Shell Lake placed three players on the Lakeland All-Conference teams. They are (L to R): Jesse Sibert, second team defense; David Brereton, honorable mention; and Sam Livingston, first team offense. The announcement was made at the Shell Lake football banquet held Tuesday, Nov. 5, at Reinhart Commons.

team even though injuries kept him out of most of the season. Jesse Sibert earned a spot on the second team defense and David Brereton earned honorable mention. All three are seniors.

Shell Lake has an experienced coaching staff with over 40 years of coaching. Shown (L to R): Head coach Mark Lehnherr, assistant coach and offensive coordinator Joe Johnson and assistant coach Jim Herman.

New leader appointed to Wilderness Junior A hockey program To host fundraiser for American Cancer Society Sean Solveson|Special to the Register SPOONER — A wave of optimism has swept across the Wisconsin Wilderness Junior A hockey program as a new leader has been appointed. John McCreary, formerly of the Central Wisconsin Saints of the Minnesota Junior Hockey League, comes to the team with head-coaching experience and a strong passion for building the fundamentals for success.

McCreary is a 35-year-old who has coached for seven years and spent six years with the NHL’s Tampa Bay Lightning in fan development. He also came up through the junior hockey ranks in Canada as a young man before going to the East Coast to play college hockey.

There his playing career was cut short by a severe injury, but his commitment to hockey excellence has continued to grow.

McCreary is excited about the talent level on the Wisconsin Wilderness and is especially encouraged by the high level of effort and energy the team has put forth the last two games.

This past weekend the Wilderness were edged out by the Minnesota Iron Rangers 5-4 and they came back on the English River Miners, scoring three goals in the third period before an empty-net goal iced the game. McCreary explained that the team put forth an impressive fight with a short bench and he intends to add more players to round out the team. This week the team travels to Thunder Bay to take on the North Stars, who are ranked 10th overall in Canada, second in the league to Fort Francis, who are ranked third overall.

The Wisconsin Wilderness fans have grown accustomed to winning ways over the past few years and the Wilderness

ownership is driven to bring back that winning feeling. Gratitude is extended to all the great Wilderness fans from Rice Lake, Hayward, Spooner, Siren, Webster, Minong, Barron and everywhere in between. As the days get colder, the Spooner Ice House will heat up with Wilderness hockey excitement as the team’s Cinderella story is now under way.

Wednesday, Nov. 13, the Wilderness host the Dryden Ice Dogs at the Spooner Ice House and then round off their busy week by welcoming the Minnesota Iron Rangers back to town on Friday, Nov. 15, and the North Stars on Saturday, Nov. 16.

Game times are at 7 p.m.

McCreary has expressed a desire to connect with the people within the Wisconsin Wilderness community and would like opportunities to work with youth hockey programs from Rice Lake, Hayward, Spooner, Siren, Webster or Barron. To schedule times to work with the coach and the Wilderness players, please call Wilderness operations manager Sean Solveson at 715-416-3437. Look for the Wilderness players in the community as they’ve started a new initiative to give back with community service projects. If you have ideas or projects for the team, please call and let them know.

On Monday, Nov. 25, there will be a player auction good for an hour’s worth of work from a Wilderness player. Proceeds from the player auction will go to benefit the American Cancer Society. The event will be hosted at Jerseys Bar & Grill from 5-8 p.m.

The Wilderness invites all fans in to the Ice House Wednesday, Friday and Saturday for a warm hockey atmosphere full of food, beverages and music.

The Wisconsin Wilderness were edged out by the Minnesota Iron Rangers 5-4 and came back on the English River Miners, scoring three goals in the third period before an empty-net goal iced the game. — Photo submitted

fall sports

schedule Boys varsity basketball

Tuesday, Nov. 19: Scrimmage at Unity, 6 p.m.

Thursday, Nov. 21: At Bruce, 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 26: At Frederic, 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 3: At Prairie Farm, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 6: Vs. Cameron, doubleheader, 5:45 p.m.

Monday, Dec. 9: Vs. Turtle Lake, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 12: Vs. Flambeau, 7:30 p.m.

Monday, Dec. 16: At Solon Springs, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 20: At Clayton, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 27: At Luck, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 3: Vs. Unity, doubleheader, 5:45 p.m.

Tuesday, Jan. 7: Vs. Siren, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 10: At Clear Lake, doubleheader, 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Jan. 14: Vs. Birchwood, doubleheader, 5:45 p.m.

Thursday, Jan. 16: Vs. Northwood, 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Jan. 21: Vs. Prairie Farm, doubleheader, 5:45 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 24: At Cameron, doubleheader, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 31: At Turtle Lake, doubleheader, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 7: Vs. Clayton, 7:30 p.m.

Monday, Feb. 10: Vs. Lake Holcombe, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 14: Vs. Clear Lake, 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Feb. 18: At Webster, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 21: At Northwood, doubleheader, 5:45 p.m.

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REGISTER

Sports reporter: Larry Samson Email results to: wcregister@centurytel.net

SPORTS

Spooner volleyball awards presented during banquet

SPOONER — The end-of-the-season volleyball banquet for the Spooner Area Schools was held Monday, Nov. 4. The following awards were presented.

Receiving varsity awards were Michelle Richardson, Most Valuable Blocker; Brooke Schumacher, Most Improved Player; Austin Markgren, Most Valuable Server/Most Team Spirit; Sara Taylor, Biggest Hustler, Most Valuable Player; Alex Hotchkiss, Most Valuable Hitter, Most Valuable Teammate; Taylor Johnson, Most Valuable Motivator, Most Valuable Teammate; Dana Danger, Most Valuable Passer; Adriana Shabani, Biggest Motivator; and Katie Gobel, Biggest Motivator.

Junior varsity awards went to Kallie Thompson, Most Valuable Passer; Casi Ostermann, Most Valuable Server; Sammy

Osborn, Most Valuable Teammate; Megan Meisberger Most Team Spirit, Alison Kosterman, Most Team Spirit; Hannah Schwab, Most Valuable Blocker; Kelsie Gerovac, Biggest Hustler; Kayla Boutwell, Most Improved Player; Buki Shabani, Most Valuable Hitter; Callie Harris, Most Valuable Player; and Callie Williamson, Most Valuable Server.

C Team awards were given to Topanga Peterson, Most Valuable Hitter; Aspen Mullikin, Most Valuable Server; Emmie Bassett, Most Team Spirit; Angel Scribner, Most Improved Player; Emily Peoples, Most Valuable Server; Aftyn Tellefson, Most Valuable Teammate, Most Valuable Blocker; Chloe Englund, Most Valuable Player; and Abby Melton, Biggest Hustler, Biggest Motivator. — from SASD

Sara Taylor earned honorable mention to the Heart O’ North Conference volleyball team. The announcement was made at the Spooner volleyball banquet held MonPlayers on the Spooner JV team are (L to R): Hannah Schwab, Callie Williamson, Kayla Boutwell, Buki Shabani, Megan Meisberger, Katie day, Nov. 4, at Spooner High School.

Gobel, Kallie Thompson and coach Michelle O’Connell.

The 2013 Spooner varsity volleyball team, shown (L to R): Dana Danger, Alex Hotchkiss, Brooke Schumacher, Taylor Johnson, Caitlin Fielding, Ashtin Markgren, Buki Shabani, Kenzie Hanson, Adriana Shabani, Katie Gobel, Emily Beehler, Sara Taylor and coach Melissa Smith.

Photos by Larry Samson

Playing on the C Team and starting their high school volleyball careers are (L to R): Topanga Peterson, Emmie Bassett, Aspen Mullikin, Sarah Eytcheson, Jasmine Beebe, Ana Daegmorgan, Baileey Peterson, coach Tifanie Jensen, Abby Dubek, Aftyn Tellefsen, Angel Scribner and Emily Peoples.

Four Laker wrestlers compete in Iowa Hopke brothers reach the finals

nals, with Kale being crowned a national champion.

Kale has placed at nationals in previous years but has never reached the finals. On this day, Kale went 5-0, with three pins and defeated wrestlers from Minnesota, Wisconsin and South Dakota. One of Kale’s goals has been to win at the national level, and he is extremely proud of his accomplishment.

One hour later, Kale was cheering on Koy in his finals matchup. Koy’s opponent, from Texas, is the reigning Freestyle, Greco and Folkstyle Texas State

CEDAR FALLS, Iowa — Shell Lake wrestlers Jameson Lucas, Brady Lehnherr, Kale Hopke and Koy Hopke traveled to Cedar Falls, Iowa, on Sunday, Nov. 3, for the Preseason National Folkstyle Wrestling Tournament. All wrestled extremely well against competition from 40 states.

Lucas went 1-2 on the day, finishing seventh, just outside the top six medal places.

He had two opponents from North Dakota and one from Iowa. This was Lucas’ first victory at nationals in three attempts,

Kale Hopke went 5-0 with three pins and defeated wrestlers from Minnesota, Wisconsin and South Dakota.

Brady Lehnherr competed in the Preseason National Folkstyle Wrestling Tournament in Cedar Falls, Iowa, on Sunday, Nov. 3. — Photos submitted and he continues to show improvement every year.

Lehnherr made his first trip to nationals over the weekend. He went 1-2 with one injury default, finishing fourth. Picking up a victory in the first trip to Iowa is difficult. Lehnherr did well despite the size of the event. All of Lehnherr’s opponents were from Iowa.

Brothers Kale and Koy Hopke had exceptional days in reaching the national fi-

Koy Hopke had exceptional days in reaching the national finals.

Jameson Lucas finished seventh at the Preseason National Folkstyle Wrestling Tournament Sunday, Nov. 3, in Cedar Falls, Iowa.

Champion. Despite a valiant effort, Koy fell 8-0. In reaching the finals, Koy won his quarterfinal match by pin in :44, and in the semifinal match he defeated a wrestler from Kansas 14-9, battling back from a 5-point deficit. These were Koy’s firstever victories after two previous winless trips to nationals. He is showing remarkable progress after offseason programming.

“It was very thrilling for all three families as this event is difficult, and winning one match is an accomplishment,” stated coach Byron Hopke.

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Dewey Country Wasn’t the snow beautiful last Wednesday morning? Yes, the pine trees hung low with snow with each little branch outlined.

Yes, it was a wonderful way to start a new day.

Nov. 14, a happy birthday to Zach Meyers and to Nicole Hoffman as they celebrate their special day with more to come.

A very happy birthday to Matthew LaVeau on his special day, Nov. 17. Have a great day Matthew.

Nov. 18, a very happy birthday to Caleb Thomas Urek as he enjoys his special day.

Nov. 19, a very happy birthday to Scott Hotchkiss on his special day and also to Liam Kaiser.

A very happy birthday to Ruby Erickson as she enjoys her special day Nov. 19 with many more to come.

Nov. 20, a very happy birthday to Rachael Jensen on her special day. Have a

Sarona

by Pauline Lawrence

great one Rachael.

There’s a lot of orange beatin’ the brush lookin’ for a nice big 30-point buck. Yes, Minnesota deer hunting opened Nov. 9.

On Sunday we found the snow we received on Wednesday had disappeared overnight. Yes, the rain melted it.

Talking with Diane Hulleman we find her going to the Twin Cities along with her four daughters shopping for Christmas.

Hopefully they found what they wanted.

They came home Sunday evening.

Talking with Dirk Benzer, he tells me he is enjoying his retirement by going fishing and working in his shop. Dirk and Sandy have four children and their spouses. Chad and Marcy have a boy, Cory, and a girl, Madison. Lance and Alecia have a boy, Ryan, and a daughter, Lilly; and Brandon and Kelly Dahlstrom have two daughters, Kylie and Alexias. Son Troy isn’t married

and has just built a new home by the Benzers. Dirk told me he doesn’t miss work but misses the employees and the customers. What a great story of the Benzers.

We find Butch and Loretta VanSelus went on a trip to Monee, Ill., to their daughter’s, Marjean and Rudy Fischer’s.

Their son Edmund is now 8 years old.

They stayed a number of days there and then went to the Mark Stone family in Ohio where they spent a number of days.

Then it was onward to Niagara Falls. Loretta says there are a number of falls there.

They really enjoyed this vacation now that Butch doesn’t have to get up for work. The VanSeluses came home on Tuesday.

Marv Knoop didn’t have any news but says he is cutting wood most every day. I do believe Mark is awaitin’ for the ice on Bashaw Lake and getting that fish line in the lake.

Wasn’t that typhoon in the Philippines terrible, with 170-mile-an-hour winds and 40-foot-high waves? At this time they don’t know how many people died but they’re telling us about 10,000.

Oh, I forgot to tell you this. Loretta says while at Mark Stone’s the Stones took their kids out trick-or-treating and Butch and Loretta gave candy out to the ghosts and goblins. Loretta tells us grandson Edmund Fisher is doing very well playing golf and does very well in bowling.

Karen Vanderhoof tells us she is doing her carrots and beets and doing her best to get them out of the way so she can get to go deer hunting. Look out, Karen is a very good shot.

Poquette Lake Apple Orchard closes Sunday, Nov. 17. I imagine Lynn is saying, “Hurray!”

Scatter sunshine! Have a great week!

Jan and Jeff’s.

Libbie DeTrent returned Tuesday after spending a week in Kensington, Md., at daughter Elizabeth and Brian McCarthy’s.

She enjoyed time with the grandchildren, Maeve, Ellie and Barrott. It overlapped Halloween so she got to enjoy that and school things with them. She had a great time. Husband Sam was happy to have her back home.

I ran into Dave and Colleen Thoreson of Madge and had a nice chat. Was so happy to see her out and about in her wheelchair.

She was in the hospital in Eau Claire after a fall and breaking her femur, as well as having rehab for over a month. Along with her other health problems it’s been a long siege for her but she’s always in good spirits. Keep her in your prayers.

Elfreda West and daughter Ellen Wagner visited at Heritage Manor in Rice Lake.

They found Mary West getting stronger, walking with a walker. Mike West was the same as always.

Marilyn Zimmerman reported 20 of their family members got together Friday night at Drags in Rice Lake to celebrate the November birthdays.

Last Tuesday at the Madge-Sarona oncea-month Katty Shack breakfast there were nine ladies and six men attending. Cathy wasn’t there to cook as she was in the Twin Cities with her husband, Gary Wuethrich, who had a kidney transplant on Friday.

I’m so happy to report he is home and is doing terrific. Keep them in your prayers.

Her substitute cook did well.

Our town had the shouldering done last week on the new blacktop on Schoolhouse

and Big Keg roads.

It’s nice to have the new interchange finally completed in Haugen and it is now open. It was a long time and an expensive project. It is very nice and hopefully will save lives.

My grandkids, Sara and Kyle Mathison, Brady Marschall and Ashley from Cumberland and also John and Mary Marschall came for supper with me on Tuesday night.

My sister, Sharon Wilber, Webster, came on Saturday when her husband, Merle, went to St. Paul for the day. Sharon and I attended a baby shower for grandniece Amanda Lee Thorson that was held at the Stinnett Town Hall. Merle came back and they stayed overnight.

Birthday wishes this week to Jeanne Glessing, Nicole Dahlstrom, Jan Rath, Sammi Foote, Caden Stubbe’s second, and Johana Shelton, Nov. 14; Terry Duch, Allison Leckel and Linda Degner, Nov. 15; Doris Rydberg, David Lee, Bobby Kemp, Myron Bolterman, Mary Ostlie and Cobra Kohley, Nov. 16; Julie Butterfield, Dennis Johnston and Irene Glessing, Nov. 17; Steve Hubin and Joe Elliott, Nov. 18; Brad Doll, Andrea Campbell, Sue Thornberg, Jan Witte, Eric Bedner and Marlo Fields, Nov. 19; and Joshua Paulson, Nov. 20. To all, have a happy one.

I don’t know of anniversaries this week.

Keep those people in the Philippines in your prayers that were hit by the terrible typhoon.

Remember the meal-in-a-peel bazaar and bake sale on Saturday, Nov. 16, at the Sarona United Methodist Church.

by Marian Furchtenicht

Monday was Veterans Day. There were many programs, ceremonies and dinners to recognize and remember veterans. They are so very deserving of it.

The new book out, “Washburn County At War” makes one appreciate our service men and women even more. I just purchased one. If you haven’t gotten one, do so or put it on your Christmas list. There’s lots of interesting history in it.

I remember my mom telling us kids stories about World War I from when she was a child. She talked about going to the train depot in Spooner where many people would gather and the band would play at the big gatherings. How sad it was as they said their goodbyes when boys went off to war. Two of her older brothers were included.

When I was in grade school during World War II, one of our projects was to pick milkweed pods to be sent to make flotation devices. I also remember the rationing stamps, war bonds and the neighbor’s boys that were drafted and had no choice but to go so we could have our freedom.

Do keep the ones now in the armed forces in your prayers and show your appreciation.

Last Friday, Allan and Jolene Loew, along with their daughter, Sue, and husband David Halama, Menomonie, drove to Mason City, Iowa, to attend grandson Andrew’s hockey games both Friday and Saturday nights against St. Louis. Her grandson arranged that she be honored at the Saturday night game as a three-time cancer survivor, as it was Cancer Awareness. They all wore pink jerseys. Grandson Andrew and the coach walked her out on the ice to drop the puck at the beginning of the game. Their other daughter, Tammy Clark, and family from Villa Park, also attended. That was quite an honor. After the game they auctioned off all the players pink jerseys as a cancer fundraiser.

Al bought his grandson’s jersey for $500.

Happy to say, the North Iowa Bulls won both games.

Tuesday evening the Loew side of the family met in Rice Lake at the Family Restaurant for a surprise birthday supper for Jolene on her 80th birthday. Her daughter, Sue, arranged the celebration. I stopped by on Thursday with birthday wishes and she was still resting up. Many more is wished for a great neighbor.

Sunday at Virginia Stodola’s were Dave and Cathy Stodola, Hudson.

Mavis Schlapper, Joyce Wade, Adelle Koel and friend Gene went together to the dance at the Web in Cameron on Tuesday.

They were getting their exercise.

On the weekend at Vivian Bergman’s the guys were there sighting in their rifles.

Deer season is coming up fast.

Allan and Charlotte Ross are enjoying 18 turkeys that come to roost in the trees in their yard every night. They leave in the day and visit the neighbors but come back for the night.

Pat and Audrey Hansen, Spooner, and Donnie Shoquist attended a fifth birthday party for their great-granddaughter, Alonna, at Danielle and Kyle Foas’ in Sarona on Friday night. Belated wishes to her.

Sympathy to the family of a dear oldtimer, Olga Dinga, 102. Her funeral was held at the Long Lake Lutheran Church on Friday. She leaves her twin brothers Gust and Emil; sisters-in-law Ruth Dinga, Sarona, and Ferne, Madison; and other family members.

Anton and Gloria Frey attended her Rice Lake Class of 1949 eat-out together at Brill on Monday. Only six showed up but it was fun.

Bob Mallard, Chetek, stopped by the Freys on Saturday morning and the Ruxs were up from Mausten to work on theier deer stands on the weekend.

Sunday night, Anton and Gloria Frey, Pete and Ben Frey had turkey supper at

Academic news MADISON — Emily J. Olund, Sarona, a graduate of Rice Lake High School and a junior at UW-Madison, was awarded the Elsa Thomsen Daughters of Demeter

Academic Merit Award from the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences for the 2013-2014 academic year. — from TheLink

Pizza party for students at the library SHELL LAKE — Students in grades 6-12 are invited to a pizza party on Thursday, Nov. 14, after early release from school.

Students will enjoy pizza, fruit and drink, play Wii games, board games and/or card games. Students may ride the bus to the library if they have permission. The program will end about 3 p.m.

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AREA CHURCHES Alliance

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 3:15 - 5 p.m.; Youth Group, 7th - 12th grades, Wednesdays 7 - 8:30 p.m.

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

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

Lake Park Alliance

Baptist

Northwoods Baptist

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

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

Sunday service: 6 p.m.

Wednesday service: 7 p.m.

Spooner Baptist

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

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

Sunday evening service 6 p.m.

Wed. evening service 6:30 p.m.

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

Full Gospel Shell Lake Full Gospel

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

Celebration worship 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.;

Lutheran

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

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

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

Sunday school 9:15 a.m.

Salem Lutheran, ELCA

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

Sunday School 10:15 a.m..

Timberland Ringebu Free Lutheran

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

Family Worship 9:30 a.m.

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

Trinity Lutheran

Church of the Nazarene

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

Wesleyan

Spooner Wesleyan

Hwy. 70 W, Spooner spoonerwesleyan.org 715-635-2768 Senior Pastor Ron Gormong; Pastor Brian Scramlin, Assistant Pastor; Pastor Patrick Cooper, Student Ministries; Pastor LeRoy Drake, Pastoral Care; Joel Simpson, Worship Arts Director 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.

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

Sunday Schools 9:15 a.m.

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

Other

Cornerstone Christian

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

Wed. Prayer: 6:30 p.m.

Methodist

United Methodist

Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church

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

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

Faith Lutheran

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

(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, 10:30 a.m. Praise worship 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

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.

Trego Community Church

Pastor John Iaffaldano W5635 Park St. Trego, WI 54888, 715-635-8402 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.

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.

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ome folk were called “Quakers” because they quaked at the presence of sin and the preaching of the Scriptures. David must have wished for a congregation of “quakers.” He said in Psalm 4:4, “Stand in awe, and sin not.” It means, “Tremble and sin not.”

But many have reversed the verse. They say, “Sin and tremble not.”

Perhaps the greatest mistake in the world today is that men and women have lost their fear of sin. If you want to play with something dangerous reach into the heavens and play with forked lightning, or reach into the fireplace and play with fire, or reach into the forest and play with a rattlesnake, but don’t play with sin.

Two boys poked a piece of copper wire around a live rail on the subway tracks. There was a bright flash and a loud cry as 10,000 volts of electricity passed through their bodies. Was that dangerous? Yes, but not as dangerous as playing with sin. So pay attention to Psalm 4:4, “Tremble and sin not!” And remember, where sin is mighty, the Savior is almighty.

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Washburn County Area Humane Society

ADOPTABLE PETS OF THE WEEK We have a few cats, but it’s this one I like, Maybe you’ve met him, his name, it is Spike.

He’s just a year old, he is one happy cat, He weighs about 10 pounds, but this cat’s not fat.

For him life is great, no gray skies, only sun, He’s silly and playful, each day’s so much fun.

If you want a cool cat, I’d hurry down quick, ‘Cause if I had my choice, it is Spike who I’d pick!

Cats for adoption: 2-year-old flame point/shorthair mix; 1-year-old female gray/white shorthair/tabby mix; 1-year-old neutered black shorthair; 3-year-old shorthair tortie; 3-month-old male black/white shorthair; 1-year-old female shorthair black/brown/orange tiger and her five 7-week-old kittens.

Dogs for adoption: 2-1/2-year-old spayed white bull terrier; two 1-year-old male brindle/white Staffordshire terriers; 5-year-old female black Lab mix; 7-month-old male komondor mix; and a 10-month-old spayed brown/white Staffordshire terrier mix.

Also for adoption: 2 male guinea pigs and a 1-yearold brown/white male rat.

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

715-635-4720 wcahs.com

Sarona Methodist to host annual meal-in-a-peel SARONA — The Sarona United Methodist Church will be hosting their 10th-annual meal-in-a-peel on Saturday, Nov. 16. Serving will be from 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. The meal consists of a large baked potato with various toppings.

Takeout is available.

In conjunction with the meal, there will be a bake sale and bazaar with lots of homemade canned and baked goods, candies, crafts and white elephant items.

The church and fellowship hall are handicap accessible. The church is located on Klein Street in Sarona, just west of Hwy. 53. Signs will be posted. Everyone welcome.

— from Sarona Methodist Church

Thanksgiving and bless-the-hunter worship service and dinner planned

SARONA — Wednesday evening, Nov. 20, is set for the annual Thanksgiving and bless-the-hunter worship service and dinner at Long Lake Lutheran Church. A short worship service will be at 6 p.m. in the church sanctuary.

A dinner will follow at 6:30 p.m. in the fellowship hall.

Holiday food items are being accepted at the service for the Birchwood Food Pantry.

All who wish to attend the dinner are welcome and are asked to bring a dish to pass for the potluck meal consisting of wild game dishes or a conventional dish for those who prefer not to eat wild game. This also includes salads and desserts. All dishes will be labeled at the church as to their contents. Coffee and beverages will be provided.

This annual event provides good fellowship and good food for all who attend. Plan to attend and bring the entire family.

Long Lake Lutheran is located on Church Road, three miles north of the junction of CTH V and M. For more information or if you have any questions, please call the church office at 715-354-3804. — from Long Lake Lutheran

Communiversity Symphonic Band concert set for Nov. 19 RICE LAKE — The UWBC Communiversity Symphonic Band will present their fall concert on Tuesday, Nov. 19, at 7:30 p.m., in the University of Wisconsin-Barron County Fine Arts Theatre in Rice Lake.

Under the direction of conductor Mike Joosten of Cameron, the Communiversity band’s program will include “Commando March” by Samuel Barber, “On A Hymnsong of Philip Bliss” by David Holsinger, “Mars” from The Planets suite by Gustav Holst, “Arabesque” by Samuel Hazo, “Slava!” by Leonard Bernstein, and “Phantom of the Opera” by Andrew Lloyd Webber/arranged by Johan De Meij.

The 70-piece ensemble includes UWBC students as well as adult musicians from surrounding communities.

General admission to the concert is a freewill offering.

— from UWBC

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

Minnie P. Cantley

Minnie P. Cantley, 91, Sarona, Wis., died Saturday, Nov. 9, 2013, at Indianhead Medical Center in Shell Lake, Wis. Minnie was born Oct. 13, 1922, in Shell Lake, to Andrew and Emily (Wiberg) Peterson. She was married in Pine City, Minn., on Jan. 22, 1941, to William Cantley, who preceded her in death on Oct. 11, 2004. They moved to Waukegan, Ill., in 1955 with their children. She worked for Warwick in Zion, Ill., for many years and retired from Fansteel Company in North Chicago. They belonged to the Waukegan Moose Club, camping club and CB club.

They retired to Shell Lake in 1985. She enjoyed crossword puzzles, reading and gardening.

She is survived by her son, Donald Cantley, Lake Villa,

Ill.; her daughter, Marlene (Will) Wahler, Sarona; 11 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; 10 great-great-grandchildren; sisters, Nora Homes and Delores (Roland) Norman; and brothers, Ken Peterson and Larry (Rita) Peterson.

She was preceded in death by her son, John; sisters, Anna Norton and Doris Peterson; brothers, Andrew, George and Robert Peterson.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 16, at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church, Spooner, Wis., with the Rev. Gene Jahnke officiating. Burial will be in Shell Lake Cemetery. Pallbearers are Michael Cantley, Michael Morales, Debra Perciado, Will Wahler, Randy McKibbon and Sharon Baker. Visitation will be from 9:30-11 a.m. Saturday at the church.

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

Harold K. Anderson Harold K. Anderson, 87, Cumberland, Wis., went home to be with the Lord on Sunday morning, Nov. 10, 2013, at Cumberland Healthcare Extended Care Unit.

He was born Nov. 6, 1926, in the Town of Dewey, to Herman and Pearl (Anderson) Anderson and was the youngest of eight children.

Harold grew up working on the family farm by Clam River, southwest of Shell Lake, Wis., and in the home his father built by hand, which still stands today. In 1945, Harold served in the U.S. Army for two years, where he worked as a clerk in Korea. He was a truck driver for the Swan Brothers Excavating & Trucking Co. before starting his career at 3M in 1950 and worked until retirement in 1982.

He was married to Deloris Fessenden on June 3, 1950, at Timberland Ringebu Lutheran Church, where the couple remained faithful members. In 1956, they purchased a home on Horseshoe Lake in Cumberland, where they lovingly raised their three children.

Harold was an active trustee in the church and was influential with assisting with its new addition in 1992. He was a hard worker and always willing to lend a helping hand. Harold appreciated respect, honesty and a good laugh. He cherished his children, grandchildren, nephews and nieces.

Upon retirement, Harold enjoyed many pastimes, tinkering with old farm equipment, fishing, camping, mowing lawn and deer hunting. He was quite fond of deer, not just as a hunter but simply watching them in the backyard. Harold was so keen on getting a glimpse of deer that he purchased and flew a plane specifically to observe and follow the herds. However, nothing compared to pulling up a chair in the shade and looking out at the lake.

Harold and Deloris created many memories through the years, enjoying one another, good times with friends and family and showering their children and grandchil-

dren with more love than they could have ever hoped or imagined.

Despite relocating to a home on Beaver Dam Lake in 1977, they retained land at Horseshoe Lake where many summers were spent filled with picnics, camping and celebrations. Harold enjoyed the solace and quiet beauty at the lake. It is at this special place he may be found in spirit.

He is survived by his loving wife, Deloris, Cumberland; sons, Michael (Jan) Jensen, Barronett, Wis., and Martin Jensen, Cumberland; daughter, Sandra Maxwell, Cumberland; grandchildren, Tina (Brad) Merzwski, Wayne Ulbrich, Jessica (Charlie) Feidt, CariLyn (Phil) Imbery, Danielle (Brandon) Parker, Jonathan (Michelle) Westrum, Alicia Jensen, Matthew (Carla) Jensen, Erika (Seth) Strickland and Rogelia (Stacy) Jensen; great-grandchildren, Branden Ulbrich, Alison Maser, Kylee Merzwski, Tori Chappell, Aaron, Evan and Penelope Feidt, Max and Xander Imbery, Blake Parker, Nathan and Noah Westrum, Ivy, Hailee and Austin Jensen, Cadence and Levi Strickland and Elias and Jackson Jensen; and sister, Lily Nelson, Forest Lake, Calif.

Harold was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Robert, Oliver, Gordon and Calvin; and sisters, Carol Odden and Elda Anderson.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 14, at Timberland Ringebu Free Lutheran Church with the Rev. Al Bedard officiating. Burial will be in Timberland Cemetery. Pallbearers are Gary Odden, Mike Anderson, Greg Anderson, Bob Anderson, Rich Anderson, Rich Stark, Bruce Stark and Kim Odden. Honorary pallbearers are Ed Schoonveld, John Miller, Bill Julson, Stanley Moe, Ab Odden and Bob Rickard. Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m., on Wednesday at Skinner Funeral Home, Cumberland, and one hour prior to the service on Thursday at the church.

The Skinner Funeral Home, Cumberland, was entrusted with arrangements.

Mark R. Becker Mark R. Becker, 61, Hayward, Wis., passed away Friday, Nov. 8, 2013, at the Hayward Area Memorial Hospital.

Mark Robert was born Oct. 23, 1952, in Madison, to Robert and Marian (White) Becker.

He spent part of his career operating his Hayward business, Northland Specialty Services. In his spare time, Mark loved to hunt, fish and spend time with his family.

Mark is survived by his two sons, Kyle D. Becker and Jesse Becker, both of Hayward; sister Anne Andrea, Rice Lake; parents Marian and Robert Becker, Spooner, Wis. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m., Friday, Nov.

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Senior lunch menu

Monday, Nov. 18: Tasty French toast, breakfast-style pork sausage, V8 juice, berry parfait.

Tuesday, Nov. 19: Crispy chicken kiev, wild rice blend, colorful sliced carrots, pears.

Wednesday, Nov. 20: Satisfying spaghetti, meat sauce, green beans, tossed garden salad, red velvet cake.

Thursday, Nov. 21: Tender turkey, fluffy mashed potatoes, gravy, sage dressing, butter squash, cranberry dessert.

Friday, Nov. 22: Hearty potato soup, satisfying ham salad on bun, juice, pumpkin pie.

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.

15, at Anderson-Nathan-Koerpel Funeral Home. A time of visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

On line condolences may be left for the family at andersonnathan.com.

The Anderson-Nathan-Koerpel Funeral Home, Hayward, was entrusted with arrangements.

Thank You (Tack Sa Mycket)

The family of Art Swan would like to thank our family and friends for your prayers, calls, visits, cards, flowers and support during our time of loss. We would like to express a special thankyou to Pastor John Sahlstrom for the beautiful service and the support you’ve given the family. Pastor Dick and Marge Peterson for always being there for Art and Lenore. Jene Morey, organist and Dale Jacobson, soloist, Nate Sahlstrom for the harmonica solo, the ladies of the United Methodist Church and Lake Park Alliance Church for the beautiful meal, Terraceview Living Center Staff for their care and Skinner Funeral Home for the arrangements.

The outpouring of kindness and support we have received makes us realize how fortunate it is to be a part of this wonderful community.

God saw he was getting tired and a cure was not to be; So he put his arms around him, and whispered “Come with me.”

With tearful eyes we saw him suffer and watched him fade away.

Although we loved him dearly, we could not make him stay.

A golden heart stopped beating, hardworking hands laid to rest, God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best.

Author Unknown God Bless You, Lenore Swan Mike and Vicki Swan and family Joel and Lana Johnson and family Joe and Bonnie Swan and family 595704 13rp

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Northwest Wisconsin CWD sampling update SHELL LAKE — Since the discovery of a chronic wasting disease-positive adult doe west of Shell Lake in 2011, local DNR wildlife staff have been working in cooperation with local citizens, wild game processors, taxidermists and car-killed deer pickup contractors to test adult deer, 1-1/2 years old and older, within a 10mile radius of the CWD-positive adult doe. The 10-mile Intensive Monitoring Area encompasses 318 square miles and contains the cities of Shell Lake, Spooner and Sarona. The table below is an update of the samples collected this year from April 1 to Nov. 1.

The DNR will continue collecting samples from adult deer within the 10-mile Intensive Monitoring Area throughout the remainder of the deer seasons or until sampling goals are reached. An overall sampling goal of 500 adult deer has been set for within the 10-mile Intensive Monitoring Area. Within that area, a goal of 125 samples has been set for within a 2-mile radius of the initial positive deer and 375 samples between the 2- to 10-mile radius.

Archery and gun hunters are encouraged to voluntarily submit samples from adult deer at local registration stations within the Shell Lake and Spooner areas.

This information is crucial in identifying the extent and level of infection within the area. The 10-mile Intensive Monitoring Area includes a large portion of deer management unit 15 and parts of units 17, 11 and 12. DNR wildlife staff will be collecting tissue samples from adult deer for CWD testing in Barronett, Shell Lake and Spooner during the upcoming nineday gun deer season. For a map of the 10mile Intensive Monitoring Area and more information about CWD in Northwest Wisconsin, visit dnr.wi.gov/topic/wildlifehabitat/cwdnorth.html. or knowcwd. com.

Northwest Wisconsin CWD factsheet After sampling over 1,000 deer in the 10-mile monitoring area, no additional CWD-positive deer were detected. This strongly indicates that CWD has been detected early in its infection of the deer herd in Northwest Wisconsin. It is crucial

ments/washburnradius2.pdf.

Scientific Collectors Permits are available in 2013 to any willing landowner in the 2-mile area and individuals with landowner permission to hunt in the 2-mile area. The permits authorize the holder to harvest an adult buck or doe within the 2-mile area for CWD testing. These permits provided almost one-third of the samples collected in the 2-mile area in 2012. Permits are valid from the opening day of archery season until Feb. 28, 2014, and are weapon-specific to the open deer season. For more information contact Tom Carlson, CWD biologist, at 715-635-4025.

Please submit adult deer, especially older deer, you harvest within the 10-mile monitoring area for CWD testing. This helps disease surveillance efforts by providing information to further assess the distribution and extent of CWD in Northwest Wisconsin. For a more detailed map, see dnr.wi.gov/topic/wildlifehabitat/ documents/washburnradius.pdf Report all sick deer you observe by immediately calling 800-TIP-WDNR (800847-9367). During a regular deer-hunting season, a hunter that shoots a deer because it appears sick will be issued a replacement tag. Sick deer should be shot in the body and given to your local warden or wildlife staff for CWD testing.

The baiting and feeding ban is an important action to take in CWD management.

Baiting and feeding cause unnatural concentrations of deer that increase the risk of disease infection and spread. Repeated Summary of Deer Sampled from the 10-mile Intensive use of baiting and feeding areas poses a Monitoring Area long-term risk of disease transmission.

The best option for disposing of deer

Inconclusive Results carcasses is through your regular trash

Negative Positive Results Pending Totals pickup service. Landfills are a safe and 2-mile Radius 5 2 7 cost-effective option for disposing of 2- to 10-mile Radius 2 9 11 carcass waste potentially contaminated Outside of 10-mile Radius 1 1 2 with CWD-causing prions. By putting the Totals 8 12 20 carcasses in the landfill, possible CWDprion contamination of the environment that we continue testing deer in the area that is harvested or dies within the 2-mile is reduced. When not possible, bury the to monitor the disease since the CWD- area for CWD. This provides valuable in- carcass 3 feet deep or place back on the causing prions can persist in the environ- formation on the geographic distribution landscape at the site of the kill. – from ment for long periods of time and expose of the disease, as well as its extent in the WDNR other deer to the disease. deer population. For a detailed map see It is important to test every adult deer dnr.wi.gov/topic/wildlifehabitat/docu-

Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity joins worldwide celebration ST. CROIX FALLS – Habitat for Humanity marked a major milestone Wednesday, Nov. 6, when it began construction of the 800,000th home that the organization has built, rehabilitated or repaired around the world since it was founded in 1976. This home is being built by Atlanta Habitat for Humanity.

Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity is among the more than 2,300 Habitat affiliates worldwide that have made this milestone possible, having built, renovated or repaired over 181 homes since its founding in 1997.

“Our great volunteers and donors have made it possible for us to help a lot of families locally,” said Eric Kube, executive director of WRHFH. “We’d like to take this moment to remind them that they are part of something even bigger. It’s pretty cool to think that together

we have helped 800,000 families.”

With an average of five people per Habitat home, this milestone house represents about 4 million people who have improved their living conditions through Habitat’s programs in the more than 70 countries around the world where Habitat works.

“This milestone house celebrates the dedication and commitment of many hands and hearts that share our vision of a world where everyone has a decent place to live,” said Jonathan Reckford, CEO of Habitat for Humanity International. “Anchored by the conviction that housing provides a critical foundation for breaking the cycle of poverty, Habitat is committed to helping more families, partnering and advocating with other groups to create new housing opportunities and inspiring people

to take action to end poverty housing. Thank you to our many donors, partners, volunteers and advocates, whose contributions to our ministry have made it possible for millions of people worldwide to have a decent place to call home.”

In its 2013 fiscal year, Habitat for Humanity built, renovated or repaired 124,946 homes, including 83 in the local service area, which includes Burnett, Polk, Rusk and Washburn counties. This marks the first time that the global organization has served more than 100,000 families in a single year and equates to a family being served, on average, every four minutes.

To learn more, donate or volunteer, visit habitat.org. – from WRHFH

Northern Star announces 2014 season RICE LAKE — The Northern Star Theatre Company in Rice Lake is pleased and excited to announce the shows they will present in 2014. The season includes three musicals, two comedies, Shakespeare and three productions by their YouthStages program.

Opening the season, “The Last Five Years,” presented in March, is a musical written by Jason Robert Brown. The story explores a five-year relationship between Jamie, a rising novelist, and Cathy, a struggling actress. The show uses a form of storytelling. The characters do not directly interact except for a wedding song in the middle as their timeblines intersect. “The Last Five Years” runs during the Valentine holiday and includes dessert.

In March NSTC’s TeensOnStage will present the classic Shakespeare fantasy “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.”

Neil Simon’s classic comedy “Barefoot in the Park” is planned for May. Paul Bratter, a conservative young lawyer, marries a vivacious young woman, Corrie. Audiences will enjoy watching as their highly passionate relationship descends into comical discord in a five-flight New York City walk-up apartment.

NSTC is thrilled to present, for the first time with an entirely adult cast, the much-beloved musical “Les Miserables” in June. Set in early 19th-century France, it is the story of Jean Valjean, a burly French peasant of abnormal strength and potentially violent nature, and his quest for redemption after serving 19 years in jail for having stolen a loaf of bread for his starving sister’s child. Valjean decides to break his parole and start his life anew after a kindly bishop inspires him to, but he is relentlessly tracked down by a police inspector named Javert. Along the way, Valjean and a slew of characters are swept into a

revolutionary period in France, where a group of young idealists make their last stand at a street barricade.

August’s presentation is Rodger’s and Hammerstein’s classic musical “The Sound of Music.” It is based on the memoir of Maria von Trapp, “The Story of the Trapp Family Singers.” Many songs from the musical have become standards, such as “Edelweiss,” “My Favorite Things,” “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” “Do-Re-Mi,” and the title song “The Sound of Music.”

M*A*S*H is October’s play. M*A*S*H, standing for Mobile Army Surgical Hospital, presented and will be joined by two unpredictable madcaps, Hawkeye and Duke. They can’t be dealt with casually, however, because they are also two of the best chest surgeons in South Korea. Audience members will recall all the favorite characters from the long-running TV series. NSTC’s version will feature cameo appearances by area medical

MEAL-IN-A-PEEL WITH HOLIDAY BAZAAR & BAKE SALE Baked Potato with choice of toppings Includes: Coleslaw, Dessert and Beverage

Cost: $6 - Children Under 5 Years Free

Saturday, November 16, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

SARONA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH FELLOWSHIP HALL

*Take-out orders available * Baked Goods & Handmade Crafts

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professionals. NSTC will also organize a community/audience drive to gather items for our overseas military to package and ship in time for the holiday season.

All six shows are included in the 2014 season ticket package. NSTC fans are reminded that season tickets are transferable – if one of the shows doesn’t fit with your calendar you’re welcome to invite a friend or family member to use your season ticket for that show. The 2014 season tickets can be purchased by calling NSTC at 715-736-4444.

The Northern Star Theatre Company is a 100-percent volunteer nonprofit corporation. Area businesses are invited to join in NSTC’s Partnership for the Arts by offering their support as a sponsor of 2014 programing. More information on the Partnership for the Arts program can be found on the website, northernstartheatre-co.org or by calling the theater. — from NSTCo

CHICKEN DINNER, CRAFT & BAKE SALE Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2013, 4:30 - 7 p.m.

Ticket Prices: $8 Adults • $5 Ages 6 - 12 • Under 5 FREE Come join Salems talented chefs, crafters & bakers for a delicious Chicken Dinner with all the trimmings & our great craft and bake sale.

Salem Lutheran Church 803 2nd St. • Shell Lake

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Shell Lake Arts Center hosts honors band

Kala Johnson from Cumberland Middle School and Ali DeLadi Shell Lake students making a trip to the Shell Lake Arts Center Middle School Honors Band Concert on Thursday, Nov. 8, were of Shell Lake got the unique opportunity to play in the same band. back row (L to R): Kennedy Baumgart, Madeline Hopke, Cassie Skattebo, Julia Balser, Cassidy Mehsikomer, Megan Anderson and Thirty-eight schools came to the Shell Lake Arts Center to study director Ben Kunselman. Front: Breeana Monson, Alecia Knoop, Ali DeLadi and Rachel Milton. and play the music.

Northwood band director David Rankila poses with two of his young musicians, Matina Campetfi and Heather Waldors.

St. Francis Middle School students attending the honors band concert were (L to R): Miguel Barrett, Laura Medley, Spencer Blonk, Alex Heino, Tiffany Romportl and director Janet Medley.

Spooner Middle School students attending the arts center honors band concert were (L to R): Andrew Tellefson, Jade Christiansen, Natasha Ferguson, Sara Adamson and Jacquelyn Rosenbush.

Photos by Larry Samson

Peace Stones LEFT: Randy Clark made the ultimate sacrifice for his country. His sisters, Marianna Jones and Hallie Christman, are determined to keep the memory of their brother alive.

Clark’s name is among the 23 others on the Peace Stone, with each one having a story.

He became a Marine shortly after graduating from Northwood High School. He was killed in a peacekeeping mission in Beirut, Lebanon, on Sept. 6, 1983.

RIGHT: The 24 names on the 13th Peace Stone are in honor of veterans of Washburn County. A private showing of the stone took place on Monday, Nov. 11, at the Veterans Memorial wayside on Hwy. 53 for the veterans, their families and friends. — Photos by Larry Samson

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Barronett

by Judy Pieper

Barronett residents would like to join in with everyone else in the country in thanking our veterans for their service to our country. Those of us who have never served will never know the hardship and danger our veterans have endured, and for that we are truly thankful. I’m glad we have at least one day a year that we let these brave men and women know that they are thought of and appreciated. And, please keep all our young men and women who are currently serving in the armed forces in your prayers for a safe return home.

Sharai Hefty shared a kindness-of-strangers moment with us at church Sunday morning. It seems that no one ever gets a flat tire at a moment that he or she has an extra $100 lying around, so you can imagine how upset Sharai was when it happened to her. She went to Pomp’s Tire Shop in Rice Lake, and was trying to decide if she could afford to buy a new tire or not, when the young man in line behind her said, “I’ll pay for half, will that help?” She was flabbergasted. She turned around and said, “Are you serious?” He said, “Yeah, I do it all the time if I can.” For once Sharai was speechless. All she could do is cry and say, “Thank you.” The young man told her that he could remember a time when he was pretty short of funds, and, now that he has a little more, he likes to share when he can. Oh, by the way, during their conversation Sharai found out that he was a veteran.

This Friday evening, Nov. 15, Barronett Civic Club members will be hosting their annual hunters’ supper and indoor hunting contest at the Barronett Community Center. They will be serving stew in a bread bowl starting

at 5:30 p.m. There will be meat raffles, games and a gun giveaway. If you bring a Toys For Tots donation you will receive a free beverage. Veterans will also receive a free beverage. So, mark it on your calendar and come on over to join us for great food, conversation and fun.

The Friends of Wiesner Chapel are busily planning their annual old-fashioned candlelight worship service for Sunday, Dec. 1. Fellowship hour starts at 7 p.m., and there will be homemade cookies, apple cider and lots of conversation. Worship service is at 8 p.m. The chapel is heated by an old potbellied woodstove and it’s always nice and warm and cozy. The chapel will be beautifully decorated for Christmas, and we will be singing all the old, familiar Christmas carols. Hope you can join us at that time. It’s a great way to start out the holiday season.

When I was thanking people for their donations and the work they did for the Scandinavian smorgasbord last week, I failed to mention that Lynn Thon, of Oak View Adult Family Home, donated the ingredients for our dinner. Lynn, we do appreciate your generosity, At the women’s meeting on Thursday we decided to donate $500 from the smorgasbord to the Cumberland ECU activity fund. We are also checking out other good causes in the area to which we can donate. We like to help our neighbors as much as possible.

Speaking of neighbors, Leanne told me something that hits motherhood right on the head. She said that cleaning the house when children are awake is like brushing your teeth while eating an Oreo cookie. I love it! Actually, being a grandmother is a lot easier. I just let the little ones play

Stone Lake

by Mary Nilssen

Heart Lake

by Helen V. Pederson

It was a beautiful weekend we had. On Saturday, we had a wonderful party to celebrate my husband’s mother’s, Jessie’s life of 100 years. Friends and relatives traveled from all over and had many interesting and exciting stories to share. Gratitude is extended to Joey Falch for giving us excellent piano music, Jenny Metcalf for making an absolutely beautiful birthday cake topped with 100 roses, the staff at Glenview for their wonderful help, and the many friends that traveled many miles to help with the celebration.

Johnson Bank is holding a meet and greet, come to get to know us event in Stone Lake at the fire hall on Thursday, Nov. 14, from 5:30-7 p.m. They will serve refreshments and have raffles, which will include an iPad Mini.

This event is being held to introduce the community to the

half the town coming to wish her birthday greetings. We wish you the very best Jessie. What a wonderful lady.

Tam Smith was here Thursday to entertain us with her students and also played some of her renditions, too.

On Friday night, a group of Glenview residents enjoyed a fish fry at Lakeview Bar & Grill. We’re grateful to Glenview for taking us.

Pastor Sue of Salem Lutheran Church visited here last Wednesday.

Lillian Ullom and Florence Carlson visited their brother, Marvin Mortensen, and wife Josie on Sunday afternoon.

Mavis and Roger Flach visited Roger’s brother, Lawrence, who is a patient at the Cumberland hospital.

Brent Pederson spent a few days in Wisconsin Dells visiting friends and hunting. He was lucky to get a 9-point buck. Others who got their buck over the weekend were Brady Marschall, who got an 8-point buck, and Brad Flach, who got an 11-pointer. Congratulations to all of you.

The John Marshcalls enjoyed dinner with John’s mother, Wealthy, in Amery on Sunday.

Washburn County Court Ryan J. Baade, Minong, take and drive vehicle without consent, $587.09, state prison, extended supervision.

Logan J. Basham, Spooner, possess drug paraphernalia, $506.00, costs, other fees.

Carey L. Brabec, Spooner, disorderly conduct or resisting or obstructing an officer, $299.00.

Tori L. Kirkbride, Hayward, possession of drug paraphernalia, $299.00.

Dennis L. Moyer, Spooner, disorderly conduct or resisting or obstructing on officer, $299.00.

Michael R. Powers, Shell Lake, criminal damage to property, probation, sent. withheld; theft, $243.00, probation, sent. withheld.

Brian S. Anders, Buffalo Grove, Ill., operating motor vehicle without adequate muffler, $200.50.

Bob Warder Trucking Inc., Hayward, violate Class A highway weight limits, $750.00.

Leslie K. Brown, Gordon, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.00.

Cliff Johnson LLC, Bruce, vehicle equipment violations, Group 3, $175.30.

Floyd D. Dachel, Bloomer, speeding, $250.90.

Paul R. Fiecke, Norwood, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Tracy M. Field, Spooner, issue worthless check(s), $345.49, restitution.

Greg’s Excavating Inc., Almena, violate Class A highway weight limits, $2,516.19.

Daniel A. Gregg, Plymouth, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Ricky A. House, Couderay, seat belt violation, $10.00; operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.00.

Hope M. Hutton, Spooner, issue worthless check(s), $290.30, restitution.

Keith D. Kerfoot, Hayward, speeding, $183.30.

Ronald E. Kersten, Edgerton, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Thomas M. Klassa, Shell Lake, speeding, $200.50.

Norman H. LaPole, Maple, speeding, $200.50.

Thomas l. Laboda, Luck, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Colleen M. Levis, Hayward, speeding, $276.10.

Mark C. Manning, Birchwood, speeding, $200.50.

Judith A. Martley, Spooner, nonregistration of vehicle, $175.30.

David R. Mathiesen, Springbrook, seat belt violation, $10.00, twice; operating without proof of insurance, $10.00.

James H. Muller, Grand Rapids, Mich., speeding, $114.50.

John D. Olson, Sarona, speeding, $200.50.

James O. Perlick, Shell Lake, nonregistration of vehicle, $175.30.

Jennifer J. Peterson, Webster, possess of tetrahydrocannaibinols, $299.00.

Danny G. Puestow, Eau Claire, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Samuel K. Richardson, Minnetonka, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Douglas D. Siler, Boyceville, speeding, $175.30.

Michael J. Skwira, St. Paul, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

John L. Stoeklen, Amery, speeding, $208.50.

Harold R. Thompson, Minong, OWI, $817.50, license revoked 6 months, alcohol assessment.

Nichol J. Vogt, Maple Lake, Minn., speeding, $225.70.

(Nov. 6, 13, 20) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT WASHBURN COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF HUGH GORDON PETERSON Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 13-PR-40 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth December 6, 1942, and date of death March 15, 2013, was domiciled in Washburn County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of N1286 Hwy. 63, Shell Lake, WI 54871.

3. All interested persons have waived notice.

4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is February 20, 2014.

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

Marilyn E. Benson Probate Registrar October 30, 2013 Thomas J. Bitney/Bitney Law Firm, Ltd. P.O. Box 488 Spooner, WI 54871 715-635-8741 595282 WNAXLP Bar No. 1002841

our community young people and visit with some of our past recipients of scholarships. For more information, please call 715-865-5500.

Marie’s Hideaway will be serving a traditional Thanksgiving Day meal between noon and 1 p.m. Frankie will be providing turkey with all the trimmings and wants everyone that will be alone for Thanksgiving to stop in and have an enjoyable meal along with excellent camaraderie.

Donations will be greatly appreciated, but not necessary.

Have a good week and be safe.

Mary Nilssen can be reached at 715-865-4008 or upnorthnils@gmail.com.

Happy birthday to great-grandson Daniel Pederson in North Dakota, celebrating Nov. 14. He is the son of Jerid Pederson.

The nice thing about the holiday is that you can forget the past with a present.

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It was Veterans Day on Monday, Nov. 11. There were several programs around the area honoring our brave men and women who served in the Army, Navy and Marines. We honor them and thank them for what they did.

Sunday was a nice day but Monday, it was cloudy, cold and windy. So far, no rain or snow but I’m sure it is coming.

Our sincere sympathy to the family of Harold Anderson of Cumberland, who passed away at the Cumberland Extended Care Unit on Sunday morning, Nov. 10. Our prayers are with you.

I neglected to put in my news last week that Charlotte Thompson visited me to wish me birthday greetings.

Also, Karen Quam came with flowers and we had a nice visit.

Last Monday night the hospital auxiliary met here for their annual fall meeting and installation of new officers.

Saturday, Glenview was the scene of a large birthday party for Jessie Nilssen’s 100th birthday. She is a former resident of Stone Lake and I think she was blessed with

Johnson Bank team and be able to answer any questions regarding their products.

Everyone in the Stone Lake area is invited to the sommunity Thanksgiving service to be held at Stone Lake Wesleyan Church on Thursday, Nov. 21, at 7 p.m., with pie and ice cream to follow. Sponsors also include First Lutheran of Stone Lake and St. Francis Mission. This is a great time for fellowship and a donation offering of nonperishable food to go to St. Francis Mission.

This is the time for the annual Stone Lake Scholarship Chili Feed to be held at the Lions Center on Saturday, Nov. 23, from 4-7 p.m. They will have cakewalks, silent auction, fish pond and raffles. This would be a real good time to visit with friends and neighbors. This will be the only event they will hold this year. Please come and support

with whatever toys they want, let them scatter them all over the house, and then, after they go home, I can clean the house at my leisure.

Lynn Thon and I finally met little Alexander John Andersen, newborn son of Troy and Jessi Anderson. What a little cutie! His mom brought him over to Lynn’s house last week, and I think she was afraid she would never get him away from us. We do love babies.

Devon Snowbank will be celebrating a birthday on Friday, Nov. 15. If you see Devon, be sure to wish her a happy birthday.

I have one joke I just have to tell you. An attorney and a Catholic bishop both died the same day and went to heaven. St. Peter was happy to see them and he told them to follow him so that he could show them to their new homes. First he took the attorney to a huge mansion with lots of windows, beautiful hardwood floors, gold doorknobs, etc. Then he took the bishop to a very nice town house. The bishop looked around and asked St. Peter why the attorney’s house was so much nicer than his. St. Peter said, “You know that we have thousands of bishops up here, but this is the first time we’ve had an attorney.”

Our condolences go out to the family of Steve Shaw who passed away suddenly this past weekend. Please keep Steve’s family in your prayers as they go through this time of sorrow.

I think that’s about it from Barronett this week. Have a wonderful week, and I hope we’ll see you at the hunters’ supper on Friday.

Register Newspaper Office will be closed Thursday & Friday, Nov. 28 & 29, for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Deadline for Wednesday, Nov. 27, edition is noon, Friday, Nov. 22.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AGING DIRECTOR/ADRC SUPERVISOR

Washburn County is accepting applications for a full-time Aging Director/ADRC Supervisor. The position is responsible for the administration, management, supervision, fiscal planning, implementation/overview of programs, and leadership of personnel and programs for the Unit on Aging and ADRC to assure compliance with county, state and federal regulations and mandates. Other examples of duties include: supervison of nutrition, transportation, supportive programs, public benefits, information, assistance and referral services for persons with disabilities ages 18-59 and persons sixty years and older within Washburn County. Educational Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or related field; three- to five-years’ supervisory experience; or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities. A valid Wisconsin driver’s license is also required. Starting salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Excellent benefits. Download an employment application and a position description from the county website at www.co.washburn.wi.us, or contact the Washburn County Personnel Department, P.O. Box 337, Shell Lake, WI 54871, ph. 715-468-4624, fax: 715468-4628. Resumes will be accepted, but will not take the place of a completed application. Applications must be received by Friday, 595313 12-13r 2-3b November 22, 2013. EOE.

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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - CITY OF SHELL LAKE OCTOBER 14, 2013

Mayor Peterson called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Council members present were Buckridge, Burns, Dryden, Edlin, Eiche, Harrington, Leckel and Shelton. Also present were Jeff Parker, Dave Wilson, Clint Stariha, Vern Redlich, Danielle Moe, Lynn Struzan, Teresa Anderson, Kate Fogarty, Bill Jenderny, Harold Emanuel, Randy Baker and Brad Pederson. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.

Harrington moved, seconded by Edlin, to approve the September 9, 2013, regular meeting minutes.

The motion carried.

Harold Emanuel encouraged the City Council to look into opening up inlets to let more water into Shell Lake.

Vern Redlich expressed his disappointment that someone from city government did not attend the Small Town Business Forum held recently. Mr. Redlich suggested the City place the future of the Butterfly Garden on a referendum for the spring election. Mr. Redlich also requested the City of Shell Lake made a donation to the Gordon Fire Department following the loss of their building and equipment from a recent fire. This matter was referred to the General Administration Committee.

Lynn Struzan, from Allied Waste Services, presented a plaque to the City in recognition of the community’s recycling efforts which have resulted in 97 tons of waste being recycled in the last twelve months.

Jeff Parker reported on the Public Works Department’s activities and announced his retirement effective December 31, 2013. Shelton moved, seconded by Buckridge, to authorize the Executive/ Human Resources Committee to proceed with the hiring process for a new Public Works Director to include advertising, establishing a proposed salary range, interviewing and recommending a candidate. The motion carried.

Dave Wilson reported on the Police Department’s activities. Chief Wilson reported the ambulance coverage will remain at 16-hour on premise at this time. North Transportation will revisit the possibility of 24-hour on-premise coverage following the cities and towns annual meetings.

Clint Stariha reported on zoning activities.

PLAN COMMISSION: The October 7, 2013, commission meeting minutes were reviewed. It was reported the commission approved a conditional use permit (CUP) for Kate Fogarty for a short-term rental at 155 South Lake Drive. Leckel moved, seconded by Eiche, to concur with the issuance of the CUP. The motion carried.

It was reported the commission approved a CUP for Clint and David Semm, The Deer Stand, LLC, to construct an addition to include rest rooms and patio at Becky’s Food & Spirits. Shelton moved, seconded by Harrington, to concur with the issuance of the CUP. The motion carried.

It was reported the commission denied a CUP to Donna and Winston Rock and Michael and Mindy Gadke for a short-term rental at 310 Stariha Drive. It was noted the Rocks and Gadkes will be reapplying and have requested the fee be waived. Eiche moved, seconded by Shelton, to waive the CUP application fee for the Rock/Gadke request. The motion carried 7-yes 1-no.

LIBRARY BOARD: The September 18, 2013, board meeting minutes were reviewed.

LAKE PROTECTION: The September 2, 2013, Lake Protection Advisory Committee meeting minutes were reviewed.

FIRE ASSOCIATION: The September 18, 2013, quarterly meeting minutes were reviewed. It was reported the Association accepted a bid from Rosenbauer for a new rescue truck at a cost of $218,538.

AIRPORT: Resolution No. 13-13 pertaining to vacating streets near the Shell Lake Airport was reviewed. Eiche moved, seconded by Harrington, to adopt Resolution No. 13-13. Upon a unanimous vote the motion carried. Mayor Peterson authorized the Public Works Committee to hold the public hearing on this matter.

Resolution No. 13-14 pertaining to a natural gas distribution easement at the airport was reviewed.

Eiche moved, seconded by Shelton, to adopt Resolution No. 13-14. Upon a unanimous vote the motion carried.

COMMUNITY CENTER: Alderperson Eiche reported the new Community Center Committee met to review findings from an architect pertaining to renovating the existing building versus building a new facility. It appears that building new would be more cost effective mainly due to the cost of bringing the existing facility up to code.

PUBLIC WORKS ADMINISTRATION: The October 2, 2013, committee meeting minutes were reviewed. It was reported the committee reviewed the Bid Tally for the Wastewater Fine Screen Project. Eiche moved, seconded by Shelton, to award Contract A (Wastewater Fine Screen Facility) to Staab Construction Corporation in the amount of $207,000 and Contract B (Mechanical Fine Screen Equipment) to Energenecs, Inc., in the amount of $98,135. Upon a unanimous vote the motion carried. It was reported no bid was received for Contract C (Engineered Fabricated Concrete Building) or Contract D (Portable Stand-By Engine Generator). Eiche moved, seconded by Buckridge, to authorize the Public Works Administration Committee to solicit proposals and select a proposal for the engineered fabricated concrete building. The motion carried.

A Construction Progress Schedule including recommended extension dates for the 2013 projects was reviewed. Eiche moved, seconded by Leckel, to approve the deadline extensions as recommended. The motion carried.

Community Sensitive Solutions Fund Proposals and Budget pertaining to the Highway 63 Improvement Project were reviewed. Eiche moved, seconded by Shelton, to approve the Community Sensitive Solutions list. The motion carried.

GENERAL ADMINISTRATION: The October 9, 2013, committee meeting minutes were reviewed.

FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATION: The October 14, 2013, committee meeting minutes were reviewed. Eiche moved, seconded by Harrington, to grant temporary Class B beer/wine licenses to Theatre in the Woods for November 8, 2013, through November 17, 2013, and December 15, 2013.

The motion carried.

Eiche moved, seconded by Shelton, to approve vouchers 1274-1417. The motion carried.

The Budget Status Report was reviewed.

PARKS AND RECREATION: The October 1, 2013, committee meeting minutes were reviewed. It was reported School Superintendent Jim Connell contacted City Administrator Brad Pederson about the feasibility of changing the city’s softball field into a youth baseball field. Moving the fence in would result in surplus fencing that could be used to enlarge the dugouts. A batting area could also be located at the south end of the new outfield fence line. The estimated cost for the proposed joint school/city project is anticipated not to exceed $1,500. Brad Pederson noted we should be able to cover this cost with the 2013 P&R budget allocation. Buckridge moved, seconded by Shelton, to authorize up to $1,500 for the ball field project. The motion carried.

A revised Shoreline Protection Area Management Plan including adjacent areas near the pavilion was reviewed. Eiche moved, seconded by Buckridge, to approve the plan. The motion carried.

Eiche moved, seconded by Shelton, to keep the campground fees for 2014 the same as 2013. The motion carried.

NEW BUSINESS: A draft of Ordinance No. 13-1 Regarding Statutory Limits on Access to Municipal and Municipal Utility Records was reviewed. Eiche moved, seconded by Shelton, to adopt Ordinance No. 13-1. Upon a unanimous vote the motion carried.

Eiche moved, seconded by Edlin, to adjourn at 8:45 p.m. The motion carried.

Sally Peterson, Mayor Bradley Pederson, City Administrator

ORDINANCE NO. 13-1 AN ORDINANCE REGARDING STATUTORY LIMITS ON ACCESS TO MUNICIPAL AND MUNICIPAL UTILITY RECORDS

The Common Council of the City of Shell Lake, Washburn County, Wisconsin, does ordain as follows: SECTION I. REPEAL AND RECREATION OF PROVISIONS. Section 3-3-6 of the City of Shell Lake Code of Ordinances is repealed and recreated to read as follows: Sec. 3-3-6 Limitations on Right to Access. (a) Specific Records Exempt From Inspection. As provided in Sec. 19.36, Wis. Stats., the following records are exempt from inspection and/or copying under this Chapter: (1) Records Specifically Exempted by State or Federal Law. Records specifically exempted from disclosure by state or federal law or authorized to be exempted from disclosure by state law.

(2) Investigative Records. Any record relating to investigative information obtained for law enforcement purposes if federal law or regulations require exemption from disclosure or if exemption from disclosure is a condition to receipt of aids by the state.

(3) Computer Programs and Data. Computer programs, as defined in Sec. 16.971(4)(c), Wis. Stats., is not subject to examination or copying, but the material used as input for a computer program or the material produced as a product of the computer program is subject to inspection. [Note: The limits to access to computer programs and electronic files are clarified in WIREdata, Inc. v. Village of Sussex, 2008 WI 69, 310 Wis.2d 397, 751 N.W. 2d 736, 05-1473.]

(4) Trade Secrets. Pursuant to Sec. 905.08, Wis. Stats., a record or any portion of a record containing information qualifying as a common law trade secret. Per Sec. 134.90(1)(c), Wis. Stats., “trade secrets” are defined as unpatented, secret, commercially valuable plans, appliances, formulas or processes which are used for making, preparing, compounding, treating or processing articles, materials or information which are obtained from a person and which are generally recognized as confidential.

(b) (c)

(d)

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(5) Identities of Applicants for Public Positions. The identity of an applicant for a public position other than a local public office may be withheld upon the request of such applicant un-less such applicant is a final candidate for that position as defined in Sec. 19.36(7), Wis. Stats.

(6) Identities of Law Enforcement Informants. If a law enforcement agency receives a request to inspect or copy a record that contains information including, but not limited to, a name, address, telephone number, voice recording or handwriting sample which, if disclosed, would identify an informant, the authority shall delete the portion of the record in which the information is contained or, if no portion of the record can be inspected or copied without identifying the informant, shall withhold the record. Sec. 19.36(8), Wis. Stats., provides, however, that the legal custodian of the record may release such information after making a determination that the public interest in allowing a person to inspect or copy such identifying information outweighs the harm done to the public interest by providing such access. “Informant” and “law enforcement agency” are defined in Sec. 19.36(8), Wis. Stats.

(7) Employee Personnel Records. Unless access is specifically or authorized by statute, access is not permitted to personnel records containing the following information, except to the employee or the employee’s representative to the extent required under Sec. 103.13, Wis. Stats. or to a recognized or certified collective bargaining representative to the extent required to fulfill a duty to bargain under Ch. 111 or pursuant to a collective bargaining agreement under Ch. 111, Wis. Stats.: a. Information maintained, prepared or provided by an employer concerning the home address, home electronic mail address, home telephone number or Social Security number of an employee, unless the employee authorizes the authority to provide access to such information. b. Information relating to the current investigation of a possible criminal offense or possible misconduct connected with employment by a municipal employee prior to disposition of the investigation. c. Information pertaining to an employee’s employment examination, except an examination score if access to that score is not otherwise prohibited. d. Information relating to one (1) or more specific employees that is used by the employer for staff management planning, including performance evaluations, judgments or recommendations concerning future salary adjustments or other wage treatments, management bonus plans, promotions, job assignments, letters of reference or other comments or ratings relating to employees.

(8) Records Containing Personal Information of an Individual Holding a Local or State Public Office. Unless access is specifically authorized or required by state statute, an authority shall not provide access to records, except to an individual to the extent required under Sec. 103.13, Wis. Stats., containing information maintained, prepared or provided by an employer concerning the home address, home electronic mail address, home telephone number or Social Security number of an individual who holds a local or state public office, unless the individual authorizes the authority to provide access to such information. This limitation does not apply to the home address of an individual who, as a condition of employment, is required to reside in a specified location.

(9) Personally Identifiable Information Relating to Certain Employees. Unless access is specifically authorized or required by statute, an authority shall not provide access to a public record prepared or provided by an employer performing work on a project to which Sections 66.0903, 66.0904, 103.49 or 103.50, Wis. Stats., applies, or on which the employer is otherwise required to pay prevailing wages, if that record contains the name or otherwise personally identifiable information relating to an employee of that employer, unless the employee authorizes the authority to provide access to that information.

“Personally identifiable information” does not include an employee’s work classification, hours of work or wages or benefit payments received for work on such a project.

(10) Financially Identifying Information. An authority shall not provide access to personally identifiable data that contains an individual’s account or customer number with a financial institution including credit card numbers, debit card numbers, checking account numbers or draft account numbers, unless specifically required by law.

Public Library Circulation Records. As provided by Sec. 43.30, Wis. Stats., public library circulation records are exempt from inspection under this Chapter.

Assessor’s Income and Expense Records. Whenever the Assessor, in the performance of the Assessor’s duties, requests or obtains income and expense information pursuant to Sec. 70.47(7)(af), Wis. Stats., or any successor statute, then such income and expense information that is provided to the Assessor shall be held by the Assessor on a confidential basis, except, however, that the information may be revealed to and used by persons: in the discharge of duties imposed by law; in the discharge of duties imposed by office (including, but not limited to, use by the Assessor in performance of official duties of the Assessor’s office and by the Board of Review in performance of its official duties); or pursuant to the order of a court.

Income and expense information provided to the Assessor under Sec. 70.47(7)(af), Wis. Stats., unless a court determines that it is inaccurate, is, per Sec. 70.47(7)(af), Wis. Stats., not subject to the right of insertion and copying under Sec. 19.35(1), Wis. Stats.

Municipal Utility Customer Information.

(1) Restrictions on Access to Customer Information; Exceptions. Pursuant to Sec. 196.137(2), Wis. Stats., a municipal utility shall not release customer information to any person except with the prior consent of the customer. Customer information is not subject to inspection or copying under Sec. 19.35, Wis. Stats. The following are exceptions to this prohibition where municipal utility customer information may be released to the following parties without prior consent from the utility customer: a. Agents, vendors, partners and affiliates of the municipal utility that are engaged to perform any services or functions for or on behalf of the utility. This may include other municipal departments. b. Transmission and distribution utilities and operators within whose geographic service territory the customer is located. c. The Wisconsin Public Service Commission (PSC) or any person whom the PSC authorizes by order or rule to receive customer information. d. An owner of a rental dwelling unit to whom the municipal utility provides notice of past due charges per Sec. 66.0809(5), Wis Stats. e. Any person who is otherwise authorized by law to receive customer information.

(2) Definitions. The following definitions shall be applicable in this Subsection: a. “Customer information” means any information received from municipal utility customers which serves to identify customers individually by usage or account status. b. “Municipal utility” has the meaning given in Sec. 196.377(2)(a)3, Wis. Stats.

Miscellaneous Grounds for Records Access Denial. In responding to a request for inspection or copying of a record which is not specifically exempt from disclosure, the legal custodian, after conferring with the municipal attorney, may deny the request, in whole or part, only if the legal custodian determines that the harm to the public interest resulting from disclosure would outweigh the public interest in full access to the requested record. In addition to specific nondisclosure records specified in this Section, general examples of matters involving certain official closed meeting minutes or sensitive internal municipal investigative matters for which disclosure may be refused include, but are not limited to, the following: (1) Quasi-Judicial Hearing Deliberations. Pursuant to Sec. 19.85(1)(a), Wis. Stats., records of deliberations concerning a case which was the subject of any judicial or quasi-judicial hearing or trial before that governmental body.

(2) Employment Deliberations Records. Pursuant to Sec. 19.85(1)(b), Wis. Stats., records of current deliberations concerning employment, dismissal, promotion, demotion, compensation determination, performance or discipline of any municipal officer or employee, or the investigation of charges against a municipal officer or employee, unless such officer or employee consents to such disclosure.

(3) Crime Prevention Strategies. Pursuant to Sec. 19.85(1)(d), Wis. Stats., records concerning current strategy for crime detection or prevention.

(4) Records Pertaining to Competitive or Bargaining Matters. Pursuant to Sec. 19.85(1)(e), Wis. Stats., records of current deliberations of negotiations on the purchase of property for the municipality, investing of municipal funds or other municipal business whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require nondisclosure.

(5) Sensitive Personal Information. Pursuant to Sec. 19.85(1)(f), Wis. Stats., medical, financial, social or personal histories or disciplinary data for specific persons which, if disclosed, would be likely to have a substantial adverse effect upon the reputation of any person referred to in such history or data.

(6) Privileged Communications With Legal Counsel. Pursuant to Sec. 19.85(1)(g), Wis. Stats., records of current deliberations which involve communications between legal counsel for the municipality and any official, officer, agent or employee of the municipality when legal advice being rendered concerning strategy with respect to current litigation in which the municipality or any of its officials, officers, agents or employees is or is likely to become involved or communications with are privileged under Sec. 905.03, Wis. Stats.

(7) Ethics Opinions. Pursuant to Sec. 19.85(1)(h), Wis. Stats., requests for confidential written advice from an ethics board and records of advice given by such ethics board on such 595762 13r WNAXLP requests.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY CITY OF SHELL LAKE The City of Shell Lake is accepting applications for the position of Community Center Custodian.

Occasionally this position requires early-morning and weekend hours.

Application forms are available at the City Administrator’s office and must be submitted to the Administrator’s office by 11 a.m., Monday, November 18, 2013.

For further information contact City Administrator Brad Pederson, P.O. Box 520, Shell Lake, WI 54871 or call 715-468-7679. EOE 595414 12-13r

BUDGET NOTICE - 2014 BUDGET - CITY OF SHELL LAKE

Pursuant to WI Statute 65.90, notice is hereby given that the 2014 proposed budget, as presented by the Financial Administration Committee, will be considered at a special City Council meeting to be held Tuesday, December 3, 2013, at 6:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers, City Hall.

The meeting will include budget presentation, public hearing and adoption.

2012 2013 2014 Actual Projected Proposed Summary General Government $232,123 $229,032 $268,531 Public Safety 396,491 336,843 352,856 Public Works 345,730 382,904 386,980 Health & Human Services 250 300 300 Culture, Recreation & Ed. 237,285 225,184 227,919 Conservation & Development 49,331 48,800 15,442 Debt Service 547,851 597,422 617,801 Outlay 35,000 25,500 46,500 Other Financing Uses 10,473 10,473 0 TOTAL OF ALL EXPENDITURES $1,854,534 $1,856,458 $1,916,329 Less: All revenue other than general property - 1,031,690 TOTAL PROPOSED CITY LEVY $884,639 City Tax Levy For Budgets 2014 $884,639 (1.75%) 2013 $869,412 2012 $845,899 The detailed budget is available for public inspection at the City Administrator’s office during regular office hours.

Bradley A. Pederson, City Administrator 595569 13r WNAXLP (8) Certain Acts by Businesses. Pursuant to Sec. 19.85(1)(i), Wis. Stats., records of deliberations considering any or all matters related to acts by businesses under Sec. 560.15, Wis. Stats, which, if disclosed to the public, could adversely affect the business, its employees or former employees. (f) Redacting. If a municipal record contains information that may be made public and information that may not be made public, the custodian of the record shall provide the information that may be made public and delete the information that may not be made public from the record before release. The legal custodian of the record shall confer with the municipal attorney prior to releasing any such record and shall follow the guidance of the municipal attorney when separating out the exempt material. If, in the judgment of the legal custodian and the municipal attorney, there is no feasible way to separate the exempt material from the nonexempt material without unreasonably jeopardizing nondisclosure of the exempt material, the entire record shall be withheld from disclosure.

SECTION II. SEVERABILITY. If any provision of this Ordinance is invalid or unconstitutional or if the application of this Ordinance to any person or circumstance is invalid or unconstitutional, such invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the other provisions or applications of this Ordinance which can be given effect without the invalid or unconstitutional provisions or applications.

SECTION IIIl CONFLICTING PROVISIONS REPEALED. All Ordinances in conflict with any provision of this Ordinance are hereby repealed.

SECTION IV. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall take effect upon passage and publication as provided by law.

ADOPTED this 14th day of October, 2013.

CITY OF SHELL LAKE, WISCONSIN Sally Peterson, Mayor Bradley Pederson, City Administrator

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(Oct. 30, Nov. 6, 13) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT WASHBURN COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF DONALD WAYNE MATTS 312 Euclid Ave. Birchwood, WI 54817 NOTICE TO CREDITORS (Informal Administration) Case No. 13PR55 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth April 7, 1947, and date of death April 26, 2009, was domiciled in Washburn County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 312 Euclid Ave., Birchwood, WI 54817.

3. All interested persons waived notice.

4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is February 6, 2014.

5. A claim may be filed at the Washburn County Courthouse, P.O. Box 316, Shell Lake, Wisconsin 54871.

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(Nov. 13, 20, 27) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT WASHBURN COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Ronald Zimmerman DOB: 9/1/1943 Amended Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 13-PR-32 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth September 1, 1943, and date of death May 28, 2013, was domiciled in Washburn County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of W5361 Zimmerman Road, Sarona, WI 54870.

3. All interested persons have waived notice.

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

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

Marilynn E. Benson Probate Registrar November 4, 2013 Thomas J. Bitney/ Bitney Law Firm, Ltd. P.O. Box 488 Spooner, WI 54871 715-635-8741 595511 Bar No. 1002841 WNAXLP

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Washburn County is accepting applications for a PT Administrative Assistant to perform varied work involving transcription, bookkeeping, accounting and other clerical tasks within the Sheriff’s Department. Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from a standard high school curriculum or equivalent; and a combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job duties. Experience in administrative work shall include data entry, knowledge of a variety of software including MS Office Suite, bookkeeping, transcription and the ability to provide professional customer service to clients and staff. Starting salary is $15.23 per hour D.O.Q. with excellent benefits. For an application, visit the county website at www.co.washburn.wi.us, or contact the Washburn County Personnel Department, P.O. Box 337, Shell Lake, WI 54871, ph. 715-468-4624, fax: 715-468-4628, or email adminper@co.washburn.wi.us. Resumes will be accepted, but will not take the place of a completed application.

Application deadline is 4:30 p.m. Friday, November 22, 2013.

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Washburn County Register Serving the Washburn County community since 1887.

(Nov. 6, 13, 20) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT WASHBURN COUNTY OneWest Bank, FSB Plaintiff vs.

ESTATE OF WILMA D. MELLUM, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 142 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on August 29, 2013, in the amount of $61,614.96, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: December 4, 2013, at 10:00 a.m.

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

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

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

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

DESCRIPTION: Part of the Southeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 Section 7, Township 38 North, Range 11 West, described as Lot “D” of Certified Survey Map recorded in Volume 1, Page 144, as Document No. 135998, in the Town of Madge, Washburn County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: N4175 Johnson Road, Sarona, WI 54870.

TAX KEY NO.: 65-028-2-38-1107-4 04-000-005000.

Dated this 30th day of September, 2013. /s/Sheriff Terry Dryden Washburn County Sheriff Dustin A. McMahon Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1086857 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf.

Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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RESOLUTION NO. 13-13

Whereas, there are certain streets within the City of Shell Lake near the airport which have not been maintained or used by the City of Shell Lake as public ways; And, whereas, the public interest requires that said public streets be vacated.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the following streets be vacated; 1. All of Lake Drive, running from its intersection with Burg’s Park Drive southwesterly to the northeasterly boundary of that parcel of real estate owned by the City of Shell Lake described in Volume 90 of Deeds, page 260; office of the Register of Deeds for Washburn County, Wisconsin; AND 2. All of Hillman Avenue lying east of its intersection with the east line of Lake Drive.

Resolution adopted by the Common Council of the City of Shell Lake this 14th day of October, 2013.

Signed: Sally Peterson, Mayor Attest: Bradley A. Pederson, City Administrator/Clerk-Treasurer

RESOLUTION NO. 13-14

Whereas, hangar owners have requested natural gas service to be extended to their airport hangars; and Whereas, the Shell Lake Public Works Committee feels it is in the best interest of the airport and City of Shell Lake to have natural gas service extended to the airport hangar area; and Whereas, WE Energies requires an easement to provide such service.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Common Council of the City of Shell Lake grant the Gas Distribution Easement in the Shell Lake Municipal Airport boundary.

Resolution adopted this 14th day of October, 2013, by the Common Council of the City of Shell Lake.

Signed: Sally Peterson, Mayor Attest: Bradley A. Pederson, City Administrator 595763 13r WNAXLP

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TIMES

LAKER

Carnival fun sponsored by Shell Lake PTA

Jacob Kodesh sat still as high school freshman Madison LaFave painted his hair yellow.

The Shell Lake High School Student Council volunteered to help at the carnival.

Photos by Larry Samson

Madeline Naglosky was disappointed that her mouse lost the mouse race. No mice were hurt in the popular event.

Ali Jensen played the toilet paper throw. The object of this popular game is to throw rolls of toilet paper into the bowl.

Shell Lake School Menu

Breanna Gleason liked her face painting, but she was worried that she would not be able to wash it off for church on Sunday morning.

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Hailey Balts just loved her face painting. The long lines of girls kept Suzan Kelly busy as this was the most popular event. Kelly trained as a face painter at Disneyland and was happy to share her talents at the PTA Carnival held Saturday, Nov. 9, at the Shell Lake School.

Breakfast Monday, Nov. 18: Bagel or mini cinnamon roll.

Tuesday, Nov. 19: Cheddar and egg biscuit or 3-berry bar and mini muffin.

Wednesday, Nov. 20: French toast sticks or yogurt parfait.

Thursday, Nov. 21: Yogurt parfait or muffin and cheese stick.

Friday, Nov. 22: Laker pizza 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.

The Laker Times page is sponsored by

Lunch Monday, Nov. 18: Mozzarella dippers.

Tuesday, Nov. 19: Crazy quesadilla.

Wednesday, Nov. 20: Mac ‘n cheese and corn dogs.

Thursday, Nov. 21: Pizza calzone.

Friday, Nov. 22: Potato bowl.

Salad bar is served daily to all students.

They will also have a daily alternate entrĂŠe choice of either sandwich pack: PB&J, flavored cracker and cheese stick or yogurt pack: flavored fat-free yogurt with granola, flavored cracker and cheese stick.

715-468-2319 Downtown Shell Lake

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Spooner Veterans Day program at the Spooner High School

Members of the Spooner Honor Guard salute the colors during the Spooner Veterans Day program.

Spooner Honor Guard members fire rounds during the ceremony to honor deceased veterans.

Katelyn Heino plays taps while those assembled stand in honor of veterans sacrifices.

1/2 mile south of Shell Lake on Hwy. 63

715-468-7424

Serving Lunch & Dinner Daily! Homemade Soup & Pie. Homemade Pizza. Lunch & Dinner Specials.

Bar Open Sat. & Sun. 11 a.m.

Kitchen Open Daily 11 a.m.

Open 7 days a week.

Serving Food Sun. - Thurs. 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.

CPO Cliff Walz gave the Veterans Day address about the historic and patriotic flight of the Doolittle Raiders. There were 80 Raiders who made that mission with 62 surviving The Spooner Honor Guard stands ready for the advancement of colors for the Spooner WWII. Today four of those veterans remain, all in their 90s.

Veterans Day program held at the Spooner High School on Monday, Nov. 11.

NEW AT BECKY’S! • Surf & Turf WELCOME • New York Strip • Bacon-Wrapped Scallops DEER • Scallop Dinner HUNTERS! • Prime Rib Sandwich

FANTASTIC FRIDAY FISH FRY PRIME RIB - Saturday Evening DJ & KARAOKE &SKEETER ON SOUND Friday, 9 p.m. - Close

DJ DIRK Every Other Saturday Night, 9 p.m. - Close Join us to watch

PRO FOOTBALL SUNDAY TICKET! GAME DAY SPECIALS

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Domestic Taps

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Bloody Marys

Free WI-FI Available Now

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Spooner High School choir members stand with hands over their hearts for the Pledge of Allegiance.

UNITED AG CO-OP SHELL LAKE C-STORE New Piccadilly Pizza Philly Steak & Cheese $ 99

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Valid thru 11/30/13.

Welcome Deer Hunters!

We Sell Licenses & Register Deer

Photos by Danielle Moe

Call Amy At

Champs 715-416-1000 For Your Dog Grooming Chicken Appointment 20 Dippers Black Oil Sunflower

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ICE COLD BEER FROM OUR FAMOUS

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United Ag Co-op Shell Lake C-Store

(Formerly Country Pride Co-op) Sun. 6 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Mon. - Thurs. 5:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Fri. 5:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Sat. 6 a.m. - 10 p.m.

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We Carry Pet Food & Supplies

715-468-2302

1/2 mile south of Shell Lake on Hwy. 63.

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Matthew and Alysia Smith stand to be honored with their son, Emett. The couple both served in the United States Army, Matthew as a tanker, Alysia as a medic.