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Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2013 Vol. 125, No. 11 • Shell Lake, Wis.

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SHELL LAKE — Shell Lake Police Chief Dave Wilson would like to remind residents that no one shall park any vehicle between the hours of 2:30 a.m. and 6 a.m. on any city street or traveled public right of way within the Shell Lake city limits between Nov. 1 and March 31.

Any person violating this ordinance will be fined. — from the Shell Lake Police Department SHELL LAKE — Nov. 4-8 is Winter Awareness Week across Wisconsin. It is a great time to make sure you and your family are prepared for winter conditions that could threaten your safety. The most important thing you can do is create an emergency supply kit for your car. It could save your life because you never know when you might be stranded in a storm. You’ll need to take care of yourself and your passengers until help arrives. Your kit should include blankets or sleeping bags; flashlight with extra batteries; first-aid kit; shovel, booster cables and windshield scraper; nonperishable food like raisins and energy bars; water; sand or cat litter for traction; and cell phone adapter. For more information on how to put a kit together and make an emergency plan please visit readywisconsin.wi.gov. You’ll find great preparedness tips, winter weather facts and play the Trivia Challenge for a chance to win your own winter emergency supply kit. — from Washburn County Emergency Management

The staff at the old Shell Lake High School was warm and friendly during the annual Haunted Schoolhouse held Friday and Saturday, Oct. 25 and 26. Earlier in the night, the actors and actresses made the event more children friendly, but after 8 p.m. it was fun for the teenagers and young adults. The Shell Lake Arts Center, Shell Lake Education Foundation and the Shell Lake Chamber of Commerce sponsored this event. More photos on back page. - Photo by Larry Samson

Following her curiosity

by Danielle Moe Register staff writer SHELL LAKE - Curiosity is a strong influencer, oftentimes giving us the much-needed push to step out of our comfort zones to experience new things.

From the quiet village of Brachfeld, Germany, Luise “Lulu” Sturm is following her curiosity to see the world. Until next June, Sturm will be living in the Shell Lake area as a foreign exchange student at the Shell Lake High School.

“I am just curious, I wanted to see new things and learn about how you live here,” said Sturm.

Located in the southern district of Sulz, Brachfeld lies between the wooded mountain range of the Black Forest and the limestone mountain range of the Swabian Alps. Largely a farming community, Brachfeld consists of 65 people and one business, the Hotel Landgasthof Brachfeld. “That is my parents’ hotel. We have lots of farms around, that is actually the only thing,” Sturm said, smiling shyly.

Lulu Sturm will be living in the Shell Lake In Germany, Sturm attends school in the neighboring town of Sulz where she is a sophomore. At the Shell area until next June as a foreign exchange student at Shell Lake High School. – Photo by See Following, page 3 Danielle Moe

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by The Alliance of Polk Burnett Cooperatives Cooperatives stand as “principled business models.” For example, World Food Day recognized in 2012 that while one in seven of the people of the world suffer from undernourishment, the key to feeding a growing world adequately lies in agricultural cooperatives.

Around the world, there is great interest in all types of cooperatives. Experimenters, researchers, authors and ordinary people have published a large array of articles, books and reports, and have created websites and films about the origins, operations and potentials of cooperatives.

One good way to access this wealth of material is through the Bibliography of Cooperatives and Cooperative Development, updated and published most recently in 2012 by the Illinois Institute for Rural Affairs at Western Illinois University, Macomb, in coordination with USDA Rural Development iira.org. This comprehensive list of sources from 1980-2012 is interested in both the “theoretical and practical aspects of the cooperative model,” and approaches the topic from a wide array of disciplines, from history to anthropology, environmental science to labor relations.

Divisions are made by cooperative sectors, such as health care, tourism, educational; by types of cooperatives, such as consumer and

retail, marketing producer, purchasing, worker; and by the implications of cooperatives to communities, the environment, the global economy and free trade, women, minorities and development.

Here is a sampling from this extremely helpful and interesting bibliography. Stuart Henry’s 1985 article Community Justice, Capitalist Society, and Human Agency; the Dialectics of Collective Law in the Cooperative was published in the journal Law & Society Review back in 1985. More recently, in 2011, Jeffrey Hollender wrote a Huffington Post blog called A World of Cooperation and Shared Ownership, and that same year, Melissa Hoover and Beadsie Woo published a piece in the Christian Science Monitor called To Jumpstart U. S. Job Market, Turn Workers into Owners.

Starting a Baby-sitting Co-op, by Annie Morton, appeared in Parents magazine in June, 1990 and the Rural Cooperatives journal published Anne Todd’s 2007 Housecleaning Co-op Members see Income, Benefits Rise Sharply. As an example of a book included, see Dennis and Alex Avery’s 1996 Farming to Sustain the Environment.

The bibliography contains plentiful appendix listings and Internet resources, including many video clips viewable on YouTube.

If you are wondering how to find and read some of the intriguing print items you run into scanning this bibliography, see your local

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Fabrication, 21st century style

by Danielle Moe Register staff writer BARRONETT — Just nine miles south of Shell Lake on Hwy. 63, in the small town of Barronett, big things are being made. “On a good day we can get 90 to 100 tons of steel completed and out the door,” stated Josh Barten, business manager for Wisconsin Structural Steel Company.

WISSCO fabricates steel that is used to construct industrial and commercial buildings across the United States. WISSCO has been fabricating steel in Barronett since the company was founded in 1982. It is a subsidiary of the LeJeune Steel Company. WISSCO was renamed from Baker Welding when APi Group Inc. purchased both companies in 1989. The APi Group Inc. is the parent company to 40 fire protection, industrial and specialty construction companies located throughout North America and the United Kingdom, including LeJeune and WISSCO. Inside the Barronett facility, raw steel becomes I-beams, support columns and trusses for hospitals, universities, bridges and warehouses. “We also build large sporting venues, so we built the Twins stadium, the Gophers stadium and we were just awarded the contract for the new Vikings stadium. We are pretty excited about that,” said Barten.

WISSCO employs about 95 individuals from as far south as Eau Claire, to as far north as Hayward. Machine operators, fabricators, painters and managers are a few of the types of positions that endeavor to keep up with construction demands. Three shifts of personnel work Sunday night through Friday night, with a weekend overtime crew on Saturday.

“We have really skilled craftspeople, that allows us to do really complicated work … stuff where there is a lot of complex geometry in what we are making,” acknowledged Barten. The majority of WISSCO employees are fabricators and welders, and the company is currently looking to hire more personnel.

The 50,000-square-foot facility consists of managerial offices and three fabrication bays, and sits on 20 acres of land. The

Bill Allen paints steel pieces with primer to keep them from rusting. land is used for storage of raw and com- completion it is affixed with a unique bar pleted steel pieces. Depending upon size, code that identifies what project it goes raw steel is brought into one of two fabrication bays. The first bay is for smaller pieces of steel that one punched, cut, and welded to specs. The second bay is where the steel parts are given a coat of paint, “for weatherization so they are resistant to rust,” explained Barten. Only steel that will be exposed to the elements during and after the building process are painted.

The final bay, added in 2007, handles heavier and larger pieces of steel than the first bay. Several state-of-the-art machines assist personnel to cut, punch, drill and melt the steel into finished pieces.

One machine, called a Coper, flame cuts the steel to specs. “Flame cutting the steel reduces the amount of hand torching that would be needed,” Barten explained.

Together, the LeJeune and WISSCO companies make up one of the biggest fabricators in the Midwest, setting them above competitors. WISSCO also uses modern technology in day-to-day operations in their efforts to meet industry demands. As each steel part nears

to, where it belongs, as well as additional data. “When it gets assembled into a building they scan the code and our customers get real-time updates on the status on their project,” explained Barten.

On the floor, quality control personnel use iPads to check each piece against blueprints, ensuring every hole, cut and weld is correct. Barten credits this attention to detail as a large reason for the company’s continued success. “We like to say our steel fits … in fact that is actually one of our downfalls, buildings go up so fast we have a hard time getting steel out the door fast enough,” he acknowledged.

In addition, Barten credits the company’s high-quality work, production capacity, good industry reputation and business partners to their continued growth. WISSCO’s mission is to build better communities by standing for excellence, quality, value, employee opportunities and partner relationships.

“We want our structures to connect people, provide safe places for business and pleasure, and give life to the ideas of the people who design them and who use them,” Barten said.

Josh Hanson, quality control, documents who built and welded a future building column on an iPad.

Ed Anderson, fabricator, welds a base plate onto what will become a building column.

The company most recently fabricated the steel to a five-story, underground auditorium called Deep Space, for Epic System Corporation in Verona. Finished in September, the auditorium is believed to be the biggest in the state, with 11,400 seats and room for a future 3,000-seat balcony. — Special photo

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Spooner Schools’ budget approved, levy set

by Danielle Moe Register staff writer SPOONER- The Spooner Area School District Board of Education approved its 2013-14 budget and certification of the levy in addition to other agenda items during their meeting on Monday, Oct. 28.

“Bottom line we are going to overspend by about a million-fifty-five thousand dollars for this fiscal year,” said Mike Markgren, district business manager.

According to Markgren, last year’s spending was over by about $464,000.

He explained that the increase in district spending was probably due to the addition of four district positions, $70,000 in district health insurance costs, and $125,000 in total salary increases.

The levy was approved by the board at $14,457,780 with the levy rate set at 9.69.

Several factors lowered the school district’s originally reported levy by $40,247.

Markgren attributed the reduction to the loss of $36,500 from four students in counts, $131 in shifted state tax levy aid, and the increased computer aid.

Dr. Don Haack, district superintendent, reported that membership and enrollment numbers are up from last year’s third Friday in September numbers.

“Overall our total enrollment is up this year about 42 students, and total membership is up about 33 students” said Haack. He attributes most of the enrollment increase to the SAVE Academy and 4-year-old kindergarten.

Board member Dr. Bev Bohac, chair of the team wellness committee, reported to the board that after consideration the committee referred the previous board

Following/from page 1 Lake High School, Sturm is enrolled as a junior. This semester she is taking art, biology, landscaping, American literature, algebra II and American history, but art is her favorite. “I really love that I can create something new and every time I can see progress in my projects, even if it is just a little bit,” she explained. Sturm is enjoying her time at Shell Lake High School, explaining that the teachers are much more helpful than what she is accustomed to.

Sturm’s mother, Stephanie, and father, Joerg, operate the Hotel Landgasthof Brachfeld together. Stephanie oversees the service of the hotel while Joerg is the chef, sharing the management between them. “We love to celebrate the holidays together, but most of the time it does not really work out because we have to work on those holidays,” Sturm said. When the family does find time to get away, they enjoy hiking, sometimes hiking in Bavaria, where Sturm’s mother is originally from.

In Shell Lake, Sturm’s host family is Laurine and Bob Forysthe. Laurine is the secretary for the Wesleyan Church in Spooner, and Bob is the technical education instructor at the Shell Lake High School. The Forsythes have two children, Jordan and Carissa, who are both older than Sturm. Not being the oldest child

is the biggest difference between her real family and host family. “It is just at home I have to care for my siblings and here I have to ask somebody,” she explained.

At home in Brachfeld, Sturm is the oldest of three. Her brother, Lorenz, is a year younger and her sister, Jette, is six years younger.

When she is not helping her parents with the hotel, Sturm enjoys horseback riding, reading, cooking and baking. “I really miss that I cannot do horseback riding because that is what I spend most of the time at home with,” she acknowledged. Since moving to the area, Sturm enjoys participating in the Spooner Wesleyan Church youth group.

Not told until a week before she left home, where she would be living for the next year, Sturm was glad to find she was placed in the relatively small community of Shell Lake. “I really like that it is not that big … it is easier to make friends if there are not that many people,” she said.

So far, Sturm is enjoying her time in the U.S., explaining that everyone is generally nice and friendly. Before she returns home, Sturm hopes to go ice fishing. “Everybody in my grade talks about how much fun it is, but I never did that,” she said, laughing.

Trail sign vandalism occurring near Shell Lake

SHELL LAKE — Trail sign vandalism and theft in the vicinity of Shell Lake has become a serious concern. Recently 10 Stop Ahead and other signs have had to be replaced.

The safety and liability issues related to missing signs are enormous. Trail users, including hikers, bikers, skiers, horseback riders and motorsport users, are asked to be alert for those vandalizing signs.

The Rolling Hills ATV/Snowmobile Club will provide a $200 reward for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of those responsible. The public is asked to contact local law enforcement officials with information regarding these crimes. The club consists of unpaid volunteers who spend hundreds of hours each year working to keep 150 miles of trails safe for users.

Trail users interested in joining Rolling Hills ATV/Snowmobile Club and assisting with work to keep trails open are asked to call club President Greg Leitza at 715-520-3592. — from Rolling Hills ATV/ Snowmobile Club

concern about the school’s head lice policy to the medical community at the Spooner Clinic as it was not under their jurisdiction.

“We at the clinic have discussed the policy and agree with the current policy, with perhaps some tweaking,” Bohac said. The clinic team was comprised of seven family doctors, three physician’s assistants and one nurse’s aid. “None of the medical community at the current time supports any no-nit policy,” stated Bohac. If changes to the school’s head lice policy were to occur, they would be brought before the board for approval, “but for now it will stay as is,” Bohac said.

Other board approvals Four open enrollment exception applications were approved by the board.

According to Haack, one family moved into the Shell Lake School District and another will move into the Hayward School District, both wish to continue attending Spooner Area School District.

The board approved the resignation of Emily Drew from her middle school track coaching position. Drew is also a science teacher at the Spooner High School.

Closing out the meeting board members accepted two donations to the school district. The first was from Pete Hubin, a local author, who donated several signed copies of his books to the Spooner Middle School media center. The second donation was received from the Target Corporation who donated $153 to Spooner Elementary School from the Give with Target campaign.

DMV launches new mobile driver test app Free and easily accessed, this convenient tool helps new drivers better prepare for their written test

MADISON — In conjunction with National Teen Driver Safety Week, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation’s Division of Motor Vehicles has launched a free drivers practice test mobile app.

“The practice test app is a great way to prepare teens or anyone taking the written driver test for the real thing. Many of our customers have smartphones, so this allows us to deliver information through their preferred communication device. We hope this app will significantly increase

test success for drivers in our state,” notes DMV Administrator Patrick Fernan.

The app is currently available in the iTunes store under WI DMV Driver Practice Test and can be downloaded to both an iPhone and iPad at no cost. An Android version can also be found at Google play.

Users take a quick 15-question multiplechoice test and can review their scores instantly. Test takers can see what questions were incorrect and reference the correct answer. They can also share test scores to different social media platforms. Users have the ability to retake the test as many times as desired and track their scores over time.

More on the new drivers practice test app can be found at the DMV’s website drivertest.dot.wi.gov. — from WDMV

Local schools receive additional aid from state

by Danielle Moe Register staff writer SHELL LAKE — On Wednesday, Oct. 23, the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction approved the state’s revised general school aid to its 424 school districts from the $4.382 billion available this year. As a condition of the 2013 Wisconsin Act 46, these figures include an additional $40 million in general school aid for the current school year.

Both Shell Lake and Spooner school districts will receive general school aid from the additional $40 million. Spooner Area School District is to receive $131 and Shell Lake School District will receive $36,000.

“This is not an increase in revenue, it just

means we get that much more in state aid and that much less from taxes,” Jim Connell, superintendent at Shell Lake Schools, explained in an email.

In the DPI news release, state Superintendent Tony Evers said, “While the additional funding allocated to the school aid formula provides property tax relief for some school districts, it does not increase spending for public schools and does not address our broken school finance system.”

General aid amounts to districts are based on audited school district data from the 2012-13 school year, which include membership, property value and eligible expenditures.

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Rolling Hills ATV/Snowmobile Club trail signs are being vandalized and stolen near Shell Lake. — Photo by Suzanne Johnson

librarian for help, if needed, using the valuable website available to Wisconsin residents or visitors through the Department of Public Instruction badgerlink. net, Wisconsin’s Connection to the World of Information. Here you will find access to a database called EBSCO in which you can look up items from the bibliography, and many of those items will have the full article online and accessible from your home, school or library computer.

For books not in the MORE system,

check out Wiscat at Badgerlink. There you can also find, get, and watch a good one-half hour film, “Camp Co-op,” or you can access it at wisconsinstories. org/2002season/coop Enjoy sleuthing and looking at the many sources available on cooperatives, and a final Happy Co-operative Month for 2013 to you all.

Remember to collaborate! Communicate! Co-operate!

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Local board will distribute federal emergency food funds

SPOONER — The Washburn County local board (Jurisdiction No. 925200) will be awarded federal funds under the Emergency Food and Shelter National Board Program. The selection was made by a national board that is chaired by the Federal Emergency Management Agency and consists of representatives from the Salvation Army, American Red Cross, United Jewish Communities, Catholic CharitiesUSA, National Council of Churches of Christ in the USA and the United Way of America.

The local board was charged to dis-

tribute funds appropriated by Congress to help expand the capacity of food and shelter programs in high-need areas around the country. A local board made up of local churches, United Way and The Salvation Army will determine how the funds awarded to Washburn County are to be distributed among the emergency food and shelter programs run by local service agencies in the area.

The local board is responsible for recommending agencies to receive these funds and any additional funds available under this phase of the program.

Under terms of the grant from the national board, local agencies chosen to receive funds must: • Be private nonprofit or units of government • Have an accounting system • Practice nondiscrimination • Have demonstrated the capability to deliver emergency food and/or shelter programs • If they are a private voluntary organization, they must have a voluntary board.

Qualifying agencies are urged to apply.

Washburn County has distributed

emergency food and shelter funds with the assistance of the Indianhead Community Action Agency during the calendar year 2012-2013. These funds were used for emergency food. Individuals or agencies may request a breakdown of the expenditures by calling the local contact at the end of this public notification. Public or private voluntary agencies interested in applying for the 2013-2014 Emergency Food and Shelter Program funds must contact, Dawn Wagner at 715-635-3975, the deadline for applications to be received is Monday, Nov. 11. — from ICAA

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VOICES

“The Odd Couple” comes to Shell Lake

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Hope he will listen Our congressman, Sean Duffy, voted against reopening the federal government and paying our bills. His statements after his vote should lead voters to question whether Duffy truly understands the way our economy works.

Before the vote, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce urged Republicans not to default on our debt. The head of the International Monetary Fund predicted a worldwide recession if we would default, and Warren Buffett, one of our nation’s most successful investors, called default a “weapon of financial destruction.”

As it is, our economy has been dealt a blow by the Republicans bringing our

country to the edge of default. Standard and Poors put the blow to our economy at $24 billion.

With his background as a logroller, MTV star and lawyer, perhaps we should not expect Duffy to know much about economics. However, we can hope that he will listen to business leaders in our nation, rather than Sen. Cruz, and avoid voting to bring our country to the edge of disaster when the debt limit comes up again in three months.

Helen Hoar Ashland/Shell Lake

Supports the WCAHS Regarding the letter from Ms. Borg and TNR (Register Oct. 9). I believe her heart is in the right place, but I’m not sure she is entirely realistic about this program as the only answer to pet overpopulation in a rural area.

I have many years’ experience with cats as a 4-H project leader, and a professional pet sitter, and have had to date, 67 cats, all rescued with many adopted. When teaching the importance of spay/neuter programs to 4-H students, I learned quickly that not all parents agreed with the procedure. I have the highest respect for people who work at eliminating pet overpopulation, but I found that not all farmers agree with this either. It is good to know Borg had success.

I have lived in several highly populated areas where there were cat colonies with people to feed them and funds for their care were more easily available. These cats were usually abandoned and untamed but have had some human contact, unlike the feral which is a true wild cat.

Wild enough to inflict some bodily harm to humans who try to get near.

In addition to harsh winters, there are wild animals that are a real danger to homeless cats in this area. The Washburn County Area Humane Society believes that sometimes it is better to humanely euthanize these animals when they are unadoptable than to face these critters and find shelter in the winter. I know only

one instance when the WCAHS provided a live trap to the DNR, at their request, for feral cats that had become a problem.

The WCAHS monitors every animal coming into and leaving the shelter and records lost and found pets. They take in many cats and kittens when the owners can no longer keep them and they work very hard to find new homes. They have a spay/neuter program that assists people when they cannot afford the procedure, and they are looking to expand a similar program even further.

Borg and I are not so far apart in our beliefs; we, like other caring people, want only the best for our furry friends. There is no one single answer to this enormous problem. We just have different ways of dealing with the whole issue of pet overpopulation.

I do resent the fact that she is telling people not to contribute and support the WCAHS. This very much-needed sanctuary has served Washburn County for years, and people should not be influenced by angry words. The staff there works long and hard hours including weekends. They are truly dedicated and deserve all the support the Washburn County community can give them, and more.

Phyllis M. Haseleu Barronett

Local actors bring “The Odd Couple” to the stage at the Erika Quam Memorial Theatre. — Photo submitted SHELL LAKE — Neil Simon’s “The Odd Couple,” which inspired the hit television series, will be coming to the Erika Quam Memorial Theatre this Nov. 8-10 and 15-17. The classic comedy opens as a group of “the guys” have assembled for cards in the apartment of divorced Oscar Madison. And if the mess is any indication, it’s no wonder that his wife left him.

Late to arrive is Felix Unger, only recently separated himself. Fastidious, depressed and none too tense, Felix seems suicidal.

But as the clean-freak and the slob ultimately decide to room together, Oscar gets murder on his mind, and the odd couple is born — with hilarious results.

Director Roger Sweeney leads this hi-

larious cast from throughout Northwest Wisconsin, including Justin Peck, Fred Kosmach, Mark Schultz, Jody Peck and Karen Schultz of Spooner, David McNulty of Shell Lake, Barry Melcher of Stone Lake and Brian Keeler of Cumberland. Show times are Nov. 8, 9, 15, and 16 at 7 p.m., and Nov. 10 and 17, at 2 p.m.

Reservations can be made online at titw. org or by calling the TitW box office at 715-468-4387.

Theatre in the Woods is a nonprofit community theater organization, now in its 24th year, located at the Erika Quam Memorial Theatre, 605 1st St. in Shell Lake. For more information visit titw.org.

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Shell Lake royalty hosts fall festival

Dog safety on public trails I am writing to remind dog owners that trapping season began Saturday, Oct. 19, for many species and runs through April 30. Trapping is allowed on nearly all public land, in most state parks and even along roads. If you take your dog on a trail it would be best not to let it run off-leash because the scent of bait — fresh bones and meat — can lure the dog into a body-grip trap which will injure or kill the dog.

At some trailheads you will find printed directions to release an animal from a body-grip trap. I speak from experi-

ence when I say that releasing the trap is nearly impossible and even if you are able to release it, your pet’s spine or windpipe could be severely injured. Our 35-pound dog suffocated while my husband and I tried to release a trap from its neck. The trap was near the Timberland Hills snowshoe trail on Dec. 25, 2011.

I am hopeful that this information will save the lives of some dogs.

Sandra Cardwell Shell Lake

USAgain collection bin available in Shell Lake Last week a USAgain collection bin was installed outside of Klopp’s in downtown Shell Lake.

Items like clothing, tablecloths and shoes can be placed in the bin 24 hours a day 365 days a year. USAgain checks the bin weekly and brings donations to a local warehouse where the donations are processed and shipped to markets in need of affordable clothes in the U.S. and abroad.

Most of the clothes are reused, and the rest are recycled into insulation or wiping rags. For more information about the service go to usagain.com. — Photo by Danielle Moe

The Miss Shell Lake royalty hosted a Royal Fall Festival on Friday, Oct. 25, at the Shell Lake Primary School. Guests were able to participate in a variety of games. Shown back row (L to R): Princess Staci Zempel, Junior Princess Aylissa Zempel and Miss Shell Lake Dakota Robinson.

Front: Junior Miss Shell Lake Zayla Sturtze, Little Miss Shell Lake Jordan Lawrence and Little Princess Cyrice Lehmann. — Photo by Krys Robinson

Ceska Opera House to serve up jitrnice dinner HAUGEN — A jitrnice dinner will be served from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 3, at the Ceska Opera House, 320 W. 3rd Street, Haugen. Live dinner music will be performed from stage during the meal.

Jitrnice is a traditional Czech pork sausage known in every community where Czechs settle. It was traditionally made with scrap and organ meat and used like a breakfast sausage. The Ceska Opera version is made using better cuts and has no vital organ meat.

In Czech, the pronunciation would be YEE-thr-nyit-seh in standard Czech, or EE-thr-nyit-seh in the dialect of far Western Bohemia where a substantial number of Haugen’s pioneers came from. There is a variant spelling used when liver is

included, “jaternice,” pronounced YAHthair-nyit-seh. In the individual bratlike servings, as opposed to larger bolognalike forms, it is sometimes advertised in the old country as jitr- or jater- “nicky” (NYICH-key), which is a diminutive form of the term.

The Ceska Opera Foundation has been offering jitrnice dinners since 1991, with only a short hiatus following the death of original sausage master Jack Posta in 2004. In the debut year, despite being battered by the great Halloween storm of 1991, which dropped 20-plus inches of snow over the three days prior to the dinner, it was still held, and served a large crowd of cabin-fevered patrons. — from COH

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Fish pump replaces bucket brigade Video shows new method of moving fish to stocking truck

SPOONER — Walleye stocking is still under way from the state hatchery producing the most of anglers favorite fish, with state crews trading the longtime bucket brigade for a mechanical method of moving fish from the ponds into stocking trucks.

A new video shows staff at the Gov. Tommy G. Thompson State Fish Hatchery in Spooner using a fish loader to collect fish from a pond for stocking into state waters where natural reproduction isn’t sufficient to sustain the walleye population. The video was taken earlier this month as crews transferred walleye using the machine while local lake association, tourism and fishing club members looked on.

A video, Wisconsin hatchery trades bucket brigade for mechanical fish loader, showing walleye stocking at the Gov. Tommy G. Thompson State Fish Hatchery in Spooner, can be viewed on YouTube, also searchable from the Wisconsin DNR website. — Photo submitted “The hatchery staff at Gov. Thompson fish hatchery have adapted a piece of equipment used to harvest cold-water species like trout and salmon to handle cool-water species like musky and walleye,” says Al Kaas, statewide propaga-

tion chief. “Some adjustments have been needed, and through their creativity and persistence, the staff have prevailed. Each time they use it the loader works better for staff and the fish.”

New hatchery supervisor Neal Rosen-

berg had previously used the fish loader while running a DNR cold-water facility in northeastern Wisconsin and wanted to use it to harvest the cool-water fish they raise to help ease the physical toll on his staff and on the fish.

With increased funding provided by the Wisconsin Walleye Initiative, the hatchery has increased its production of large fingerling walleye and has already transferred into stocking trucks more than 200,000 of the large walleye fingerlings.

These larger fish, which are also known as extended-growth walleye, are about 7 inches long. Harvesting of the ponds will continue into next week.

Kaas says the DNR has applied for a grant to help purchase more of the loaders to reduce staff injuries and improve their working conditions, while reducing stress on the fish to increase the odds they will survive in the wild and contribute to Wisconsin’s outstanding fisheries. — from WisDNR

Area news at a glance WEBSTER — Nexen employees in Webster recently concluded their 18th United Way Campaign, and set a new record.

Nexen employees raised over $31,500 in pledges and raffle sales. The company provided a contribution of $31,500, bringing the grand total to over $63,000. Throughout the year, employees had raffles, silent auctions, bake sales and lunch offerings.

It adds a little variety and interest to the workplace, and everyone knows the proceeds go to a good cause. Each year, some of the agency recipients come in and give a firsthand account of their United Way experience. This year, representatives from Washburn County Food Pantry and Burnett County Salvation Army came in and talked about their work in the community and how the funds made a difference to their organization. Over the past 18 campaigns, Nexen and its employers have raised over $763,000 in United Way funds. Shawn Rachner, this year’s United Way chair at Nexen said, “It’s good to live in northern Wisconsin, and it’s good to give something back. We all do well by doing good.” Individuals who are interested in learning more about having their own United Way fundraiser can contact John Coughlin at 715-377-0203. — from

Shell Lake Lions Calendar Winners Oct. 21 - $30 Dan Lewis, White Bear Lake, Minn.

Oct. 22 - $30 Gary Sloniker, Spooner Oct. 23 - $30 Vicky Roda, Billings, Mont.

Oct. 24 - $30 Kathleen Hanson, Spooner Oct. 25 - $300 Jenni Hughes, Spooner

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Temps & levels

Temperatures recorded at Spooner Ag Research Station Weather was not available at press time.

Lake level Monday, Oct. 28, 2013: 1,216.71’ MSL

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••• BURNETT COUNTY — The lasting psychological and emotional effects of Sept. 11, 2001, are hard to assess. Every time something bad happens, we immediately speculate, “Could this be terrorism?” In the context of a discussion about harvesting timber, Burnett County’s Forest and Parks Administrator Jake Nichols informed the Burnett County Board of Supervisors at their regular monthly meeting on Thursday, Oct. 17, that he recently received an email suggesting that Colorado forest fires are part of a terrorist strategy to deplete our natural resources.

“It’s a scary thought,” Nichols said, as he implied that a threat like that may encourage forestry managers to harvest timber sooner rather than later. Most rhetoric about terrorist activities in our forests has been dismissed as a conservative conspiracy theory, however credibility is growing. Last year, William Scott, a former National Security Agency official and Aviation Week editor, told the American

Center for Democracy that terrorists are using fire as a tactical weapon of war.

“For any terrorists that are determined to inflict significant damage with very little investment or risk, fire is an extremely high-leverage weapon of mass effect,” Scott said in his presentation. — from the Inter-County Leader ••• CAMERON — Criminal charges have been filed against Van D. Hawkinson, 64, rural Cameron, for allegedly shooting at duck hunters in the fog. Hawkinson says he was shooting to scare the ducks away from the heartless hunters.” Hawkinson appeared in Barron County Circuit Court on misdemeanor charges of negligent operation of a dangerous weapon and disorderly conduct. Reserve Judge Robert Rasmussen set bail at a $1,000 signature bond with a condition that the defendant not possess firearms. The criminal complaint states that Levi Johnson and David Reichenberger were hunting on Cranberry Creek in a canoe when someone yelled at them and shot at them. The men

Register Memories 1953 - 60 years ago

• The Shell Lake Lakers trounced the Cameron Comets 54-7 in a touchdown outburst. Seniors playing their final football game for Shell Lake were Bill Ek, Arvid Rydberg, Cliff Kallenbach, Harlan Smith, Jerry Johnson, Dave Parks, Ken Peterson and Cog Chopps.

• Maximum temperature for the month of October was 86, which was recorded on Oct. 2. The minimum was 26 and was recorded on Oct. 27 and 28.

• A.J. (Bert) Gallop accepted an appointment to the board of trustees for the village of Shell Lake. The vacancy was created by the resignation of Art Arrasmith who moved to California.

• The following girls from Superior State spent the weekend in the Twin Cities: Misses Nan Allen and Kappy Ek, Shell Lake; Betty Sirianni, Cumberland; Nancy Dalton, Spooner; and Ruth Walstrom, Superior. They attended the Liberace concert in St. Paul and the cinemascope “The Robe” at Radio City, Minneapolis. They stayed at the Manor House of Hamline University where Miss Allen was a former student.

1963 - 50 years ago

• Mrs. Lloyd (Ann) Bohn retired from her duties as clerk at the Shell Lake Post Office after serving over 20 years.

• St. John’s Lutheran Church in Shell Lake observed its 75th anniversary. Those serving in various offices were Arnold Hess, president; Jerry Hall, secretary; and Ernest Norton, treasurer. Board of elders was Alex Hulls and Emil Norton. Board of trustees was Vincent Krantz, Ernest Heuer and Lawrence Taubman. Superintendent of Sunday school was Mrs. Joel Henderson and organist was Mrs. Arnold Hess.

• Senior football players for Shell Lake were Jerome Graf, John Lenz, Paul King, Mike Thomas, Bruce Wickman and Jeff Nielson.

• Lutz Surplus Store in Shell Lake bought out the entire stock of Minong

got out of the line of fire and called the sheriff’s department. They said they were on the water, had shot a couple of ducks and paddled out to collect the ducks near the middle of the water when they heard someone yelling from the west shoreline.

They said they couldn’t see the person because of the fog, but heard him yell that they were “cowards for killing defenseless animals.” A moment later, they heard a couple of shots from what they thought was a shotgun going off in their direction.

The pellets from the shotgun landed on the water about 20-30 yards from where their boat was sitting. They said they were “quite fearful and got off the water as quick as they could,” stated the complaint. Hawkinson said he didn’t shoot at the hunters but fired the shots in the air.

He said he walked down his neighbor’s driveway toward the water and yelled at the hunters to “join the military and shoot at targets that shoot back.” Hawkinson said he was shooting the rounds to scare the ducks away, the complaint stated.

— from the Rice Lake Chronotype

Compiled by Suzanne Johnson

Home Clothing Store and was having a big three-day sale.

1973 - 40 years ago

• A Shell Lake School bus, driven by Albert Petz, Shell Lake, was struck by a car driven by Mary Smith, Hertel. The bus had been stopped at a sign on Dewey Road, then pulled left on CTH B to proceed. John Knoop, 5, was thrown to the floor of the bus and taken to the Shell Lake Clinic for examination and was released.

• The Happy Corners 4-H Club sponsored a basket social, white elephant sale and plate lunches at the Dewey Town Hall.

• Shell Lake cheerleaders Val Roeser, Patty Bitney, Kathy Krantz, Debbie Starke and Joni Swan held the traditional victory arch as the Shell Lake football team came barreling through to play their homecoming game.

• James B. Smith, son of Mr. and Mrs. Hubert Smith, Shell Lake, received a twoyear scholarship to UW-Superior.

1983 - 30 years ago

• Shell Lake Mills, owned by a closed corporation of Bob Rezarch, Aage Duch and their wives for 30 years, was sold to Clyde and Nancy Tillung, Rice Lake.

• Lakers named on the all-conference football team were Butch Erickson, Bob Neuman, Dan Slater, Rick Studt, Dave Thomas and Shane Williams.

• Shell Lake VFW Auxiliary members Ruth Morse, Angie Klopp and Carole Lindemann attended a testimonial dinner and dance at the civic center in Eau Claire.

• “Inside IMC,” with a video of services offered by Indianhead Medical Center, was the theme of the annual meeting for the IMC Auxiliary.

1993 - 20 years ago

• Members of the Shell Lake eighthgrade volleyball team were Crystal Albee, Sarah Petterson, Rachel Parenteau, Angie Person, Tracie Thompson, Nichole Dezek,

Kerry Dunbar, Lauralei Glessing, Katie Vanderhoof, Crystal Java, Billie Jo Taylor, Jennifer Mortensen, Jessica Dahlstrom, Becky Schultz, Tiffany VanWyhe and Trisha Williams. Joan Carlson coached the team.

• Several friends and relatives who helped with the packing and moving for Beryl Rydberg were treated to a chili feed at her home in Spooner.

• Members of the Washburn County Historical Museum in Shell Lake were preparing for Christmas in November.

The museum would be colorfully bedecked with old-time holiday decorations. Visitors would be able to step back into Christmases of yesteryear.

• Shell Lake students enrolled at UWEau Claire were Donna Barnes-Haesemeyer, Sheri DeLadi, Tamera Johnson, Leann Petterson, Jamie Schindeldecker and Danielle Stariha.

2003 - 10 years ago

• Vickie Lombard, health information manager at Terraceview Living Center, attended the National AHIMA Convention in Minneapolis, Minn., where she received her certification for completion of the Privacy Specialty Advancement Program through the American Health Information Management Association.

• At the Shell Lake Boy Scout Troop 51 Court of Honor an election of officers was held. Results were Matt Pesko, junior assistant scoutmaster; Brandon Hubin, senior patrol leader; Max Smith, junior patrol leader; John Berlin, Eagle patrol leader; Andrew Berlin, Scorian patrol leader; and Dylan Hubin, scribe. Other members were Cody Hanson, Chris Jensen, Tony Mikula and Thor Benham.

• Freshman Rob Aderman took fifth place for the boys to become Shell Lake’s first state qualifier when the cross-country team competed in the WIAA sectional meet in Drummond.

• The Shell Lake Laker football team entered playoffs undefeated with a 9-0 record.

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Friday, Nov. 1 • Spooner Women’s Club meeting at 1 p.m. at the DNR conference room. Bill Holden will speak on Ruby’s Pantry and other resources. Bring mittens for schoolkids. Visitors, please call Pat at 715-865-2250 for more information.

Saturday, Nov. 2 • Crochet a Tunisian throw, 1-4 p.m., Northwind Book & Fiber, downtown Spooner, 715-635-6811 or northwindbook.com.

• Barronett Lutheran’s Scandinavian smorgasbord, 1 p.m., at the Barronett Community Center.

• Scandinavian Ole and Lena lutefisk and meatball dinner, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 2502 23rd Ave., Rice Lake.

Sunday, Nov. 3 • Jitrnice Dinner (Czech pork sausage), 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Ceska Opera House in Haugen.

Tuesday, Nov. 5 • Shell Lake/Spooner Masonic Lodge 221 meeting, 7 p.m. at the lodge.

Wednesday, Nov. 6 • Washburn County HCE meeting, 9:30 a.m., UWExtension meeting room.

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

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

Thursday, Nov. 7 • 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.

Friday-Sunday, Nov. 8-10 • “The Odd Couple” at the Erika Quam Theatre, Shell Lake. For reservations, call 715-468-4387 or visit titw.org.

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

• Shell Lake PTA carnival, 4-7 p.m., 3-12 building.

• Polish feast, auction and cash raffle at St. Frances de Sales, Spooner, 4 p.m. Polka mass, Polish feast at 5 p.m., live auction at 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 12 • Moms Club meets at Faith Lutheran, Spooner, 10 a.m.

Wednesday, Nov. 13 • 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, Nov. 14 • The Shell Lake Lions Club meeting, 6:30 p.m., Shell Lake Community Center.

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.

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.

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.

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

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, 715635-6811 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

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.

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.

• 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, 715-4684017, 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.

Samson recognized for over a decade of service at Wolf Ridge

by Danielle Moe Register staff writer FINLAND, Minn. — For the past 11 years, Larry Samson has been accompanying Shell Lake seventh-grade students on their five-day Wolf Ridge experience. During this year’s Wolf Ridge trip, Samson was recognized for his years of dedication and leadership to the program. “It has been a great experience, some years were better than others but never a bad year,” Samson reflected.

At Wolf Ridge, students learn in classroom settings and out in the woods, and on lakes and wetlands. From overcoming their fear of heights at the challenge course to experiencing new ways of learning, Wolf Ridge educational programs challenge students to try and succeed. “On the rope course I feel they gain confidence that they can do it as they watch me and the other adults do it before they try. ‘If the old man can do it so can I.’“ Samson said of the students, “It is very rewarding to be part of their success and their growth.”

Samson began his Wolf Ridge years in 2002 as a special education aide in the Shell Lake Elementary School. “I went up to Wolf Ridge for the first time with a special education student so he could attend … it was a great experience for him,” said Samson. Ever since, Samson has been a go-to chaperone for the school’s yearly Wolf Ridge

trip. In 2005, he began working for the Washburn County Register and started documenting the school’s yearly trip for the paper.

In his time at Wolf Ridge, Samson has had the opportunity to teach some of the classes offered at the school. His favorites were teaching canoeing and taking students on night hikes. “Several years ago on a night hike to Marshal Mountain the students got to hear the wolves howling, that was an incredible experience,” he said.

At 62, Samson acknowledges it is harder to be on the go all day, but plans to continue his Wolf Ridge days for as long as he can. Samson attributes his passion for the Wolf Ridge programs to his family connection as his father was born and raised on the Range. “I love the North Shore of Minnesota and spend as much time as I can year-round, photographing and hiking through the woods,” he said.

After over a decade of service, learning and having fun, Samson has gotten to know the full-time Wolf Ridge staff and looks forward to seeing the team each fall.

Larry Samson was recently recognized for his service at the Wolf Ridge Environmental Center. — Special photo

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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.

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••• 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.

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by Nick Masesso Jr. Spooner “The Indian summer of life should be a little sunny and a little sad, like the season; infinite in wealth and depth of tone, but never hustled,” – Henry Adams Returning to my comfort station, reclining as calm and safe as a man watching a snowstorm from his fireplace, resplendent in my throne as formfitting as a dentist’s chair; the Technicolor movie that never ends burns outside my writer’s window; bringing me once again to a level of consciousness and sense of detail rarely met.

The weather seer on the magic box tells me this very day brings forth the peak of fall’s funeral colors.

Autumn leaves empty of promise as a woman past the magic of birth cascade choreographed in a wonderland as quiet as asylum walls, yet hot as the boiler room of the damned; death colored egg-yolk yellow and shot through with veins as red as God’s blood, rainbows as colorful as a shower of dying clowns. They flutter, cut

loose and fly in somnambulist vertigo exhaustion; oscillating on the almighty hawks reaper winds; looking like pixie magic carpets; organic meteor showers in this curious early evening; creating a musical serenade of tiny organic castanets inside northlands mystical Peter Pan Neverland forest; then land in quiet triumph. Wood smoke clings to a darkened moonless sky like a quivering mist shaking in its tilt above and across a glasssmooth lake.

Another more common death notice arrived across the wire today; my Muse, most dear to me, robed in colors soft pink and regal purple, is feeling the loss of one most dear to her. Though channeling the bereavement, nonplussed, she is comforted in the knowledge that every description of the end was never other than glorious. I will save a leaf or two in memory of this year’s last interment procession and place in them the memory of their best days, as I hope the amulet I sent her will assuage the injury and immortalize the sad

event; elevating both their status to symbolic yet sacred sarcophagus.

The moment speaks an echoing acoustic truth; as above so below. The last chapter of fall’s story mimics our own, or so we hope; that, like nature’s end-of-days cycle, we too, in our last evolution, will rush forth most musical and magnificently colored in our ending hours. Snakes shed their skin and stay; trees release their leaves yet still breathe and we jettison our flesh and blood while our soul essence lingers. This Indian summer is the perfect time for the rewards of that esoteric existential wondering.

In this cycle of life, death and rebirth the deeds we leave behind are the steps of the dance we taught our brothers and sisters; they stay as rhythms they will never lose. We celebrate souls that pass to the other side in the same way we celebrate Indian summer; just another life form bound by the rules of nature.

Phobias While watching a TV commercial, I heard the term superhydrophobic. The word was referring to a new treatment product that dramatically repels water, mud, ice and other liquids. The word superhydrophobic made me think of the word phobia.

I realize that some suffer from real phobias and I don’t mean to offend anyone by making light of the subject. I am just trying to be light about the different kinds of phobias that I have recently read about. It is possible that some of us have one kind of phobia or another.

In certain situations I can feel claustrophobic. I can even get that feeling when I

am surrounded by a lot of clutter. Would that be called clutterphobia?

I don’t remember seeing the term xanthophobia before. It is the fear of the color yellow. I’m not sure of which shade of yellow it is though. Is it the color of a school bus or perhaps a taxicab?

Maybe it’s the color of the middle light of a stoplight. If so, would the phobia be of those things rather than the actual color yellow?

What about rupophobia, the fear of dirt? Is the person afraid of being dirty or is it the fear of being buried alive?

Then there is siderophobia, the fear of stars.

Do people that suffer from this have a fear of

a falling star hitting them or falling and seeing stars?

The again, could it be referring to a movie star?

Now, rhytiphobia, the fear of getting wrinkles, is a phobia that I can understand. Although I have been using moisturizer on my face for years, I still have those fine and not-so-fine lines appearing. But, in actuality, I’m not paralyzed by this fear. After all, once I walk away from the mirror, I don’t remember what I look like anyway.

Some people suffer from polyphobia, which is the fear of many things. Phobias are real and can be beneficial to keep us safe, that is, if we don’t allow them to paralyze us and prevent us from enjoying life.

Beyond the office door • Suzanne Johnson Area writers corner Remembering Halloween of other times

by Mary B. Olsen Oh, what funny things happened on Halloween! In my memory, some people decorated their porch and yard with pumpkins and dressed up in costumes. There were local parties. If you had children they would dress up in costumes.

Our town had a contest, a parade along Main Street, and anyone could enter and try to win a prize. It was a promotion to get people downtown for the businesses, of course. My parents, brothers and sisters dressed in costumes my mother put together and entered the contest.

We had really good costumes, but we were disappointed we didn’t win a prize. The winners were two men, one dressed like a woman, pushing a big old-fashioned baby buggy, and the other man dressed like a baby with a frilly bonnet holding a baby rattle. Some people thought they were funny, but you can’t win ‘em all. My brother, Pat, was a scarecrow and I thought he should have won.

There were no really frightful pranks in my early memory of the time when the goblins were out and ghosts prowled in the night. There were rumors of strange happenings, like outhouses being tipped over in backyards,

and yard tools, even a wheelbarrow, suddenly appearing on top of roofs. The pranksters who did these weird kinds of practical jokes might mark up windows with soap and throw shelled corn at doorways. In my hometown, most people didn’t complain about it, and my folks just laughed and blamed it on neighborhood boys.

Halloween was really fun for the children in elementary school. All the kids in the afternoon before Halloween came to school after lunch dressed in costumes.

Each grade would have a prize for the funniest and the prettiest costume. They would parade around the school block where some adults would observe them and decide who would get the prizes. Then the kids returned to the schoolrooms, and they would have treats and the prizes would be given out.

Many children would have costumes their parents bought at the local dime store. Some just had a ghost costume made with an old bed sheet. Others were more creative. My mother was one who believed in making things. She was an expert at sewing. One time she made my little brother a devil costume. She dyed a pair of footed pajamas red and sewed on fabricated horns and a tail. Tommy, about 8-years-old, was so pleased when he tried it on, he went out into the yard and did cartwheels, tumbled and danced. He wanted to wear it to bed. The year I was in fourth grade I was a fairy, and I had a magic wand and wings, and I won the prize, best for prettiness.

In seventh grade, I won again when I was a gypsy. I wore costume jewelry, lots of it.

My older brother, Pat, and his age group, did things like soap windows. In fact, he got caught, and he had to wash the windows of a store downtown.

I remember the first year they had trick-or-treating.

Some say that started in the early 1950s. Actually, it began in our town in 1946, when I was already in my first year of high school. I, my sister and a couple of younger girls walked around and went to several houses and people actually handed us treats. Later, my brother was walking with us to go to the theater for the special show. Pat left us a couple of times and went up on porches along the way. “Look what I got!” he said, showing us a handful of pennies. He had enough money to buy a ticket for the show. “I got it trick-or-treating. The people didn’t have any candy so they gave me pennies instead.” We were impressed. This new kind of Halloween trick paid off.

Maybe it would catch on. I thought at the time it might cut down on the number of tipped-over outhouses. Some people were against it. It was very strange to be given treats and even money without working for it.

By the time my children were old enough, trick-ortreating had become the favored holiday event, right up there next to Santa Claus coming at Christmas.

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ICHC marks 45th fall meeting

by Suzanne Johnson Register staff writer SHELL LAKE — In the fall of 1968, a meeting was held establishing the Indianhead Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. According to charter member Gina Lewis, the organization began after the idea to have an auxiliary was presented by a new resident, Mary Haggberg, who was also a nurse. “We were so proud of our hospital and wanted to help support it,” stated Lewis. She has remained involved with the organization throughout its history.

Marking its 45th year, the renamed auxiliary group, Indianhead Community Health Care Inc., will hold their annual membership meeting on Monday, Nov. 4. To be held at Glenview, a social hour will begin at 5:30 p.m., with dinner served at 6 p.m. A business meeting will follow.

Those wishing to attend, please call Glenview at 715-468-4255.

Current officers of ICHC are Susan Weathers, president; Patti Naglosky, vice president; Dexie Dunham, treasurer; and Nancy Furchtenicht, secretary. A new slate of officers will be installed at the Nov. 4 meeting.

Building upon the vision of the former hospital auxiliary, ICHC continues to assist the health-care community of Shell Lake through donating financial support for projects at Shell Lake Clinic, Indianhead Medical Center, Glenview and Terraceview Living Center. In addition to providing a Lifeline service, the group

Officers of the Indianhead Memorial Hospital Auxiliary in 1968 were (L to R): Mrs. Charles Garnhart, secretary; Mrs. William Haggberg, president; Mrs. Donn Dinnies, president-elect; Mrs. Jack Rolph, vice president; and Mrs. Elden Evans, treasurer. — File photo sponsors the Mini Medics program at the hospital and donates first-aid supplies to the Shell Lake Arts Center. They also assist with the American Red Cross Blood Drive and started the Grocery Getters program for Shell Lake residents. Working with the school and IMC, ICHC assists in sponsoring the concussion-testing program for athletes. ICHC had a booth at the Shell Lake Lions Club - Indianhead Medical Center Health Fair in September and provided ice water and coffee to those attending the event.

In 1968, when the hospital auxiliary was formed, the slate of officers was Mrs. William Haggberg, president; Mrs. Donn Dinnies, president-elect; Mrs. Jack Rolph, vice president; Mrs. Elden Evans, treasurer and Mrs. Charles Garnhart, secretary.

Charter members of the auxiliary include Susan Minnick, Jeanette Merchant, Ethel Stellrecht, Lee Allen, Jean Hoar, Sylvia Conselman, Raye Plahn, Valetta Hoar, Kate Hoar, Jennie Lund, Evelyn Schultz, Christella Johnson, Eva Lutz, Rita Miller,

Clarice Davenport, Elaine Krantz, Peg Garnhart, Vernaline Johnson, Ann Bohn, Grace Mornson, Mary Krantz, Sharon Markgren, Donna Peterson, Beverlee Bruce, Jane Winton, June Peterson, Margaret Schuster, Lilli Bakker, Mary Tomasiak, Angeline Klopp, Dorothy Nielsen, Mona Skiba, Delores Stewart, Verna Shotts, Barbara Stovring, Verjean Schullo, Shirley Gingles, Roxann Joki, Doris Des Jardins, Carmen Evans, Mary Dinnies, Pearl Rolph, Ruth Haberland, Barbara Moen, Marilyn Mercier, Shirley McNabb, Jeanne Gulan, Janet Kamke, Janet Atkinson, Minerva Johnson, Naomi Beardsley, Amy Guyan, Mary Wennerberg, Yvonne Allner, Gina Lewis, Nan Rounce, Jo Ann Allen, Arle Porter, Grace Blume, Marilyn Thannum, Muriel Penning, Elisabeth Flogstad, Peggy Schaefer, Janet McNabb, Kathryn Welter, Mary Haggberg, Barb Pederson, Mary Lewis, Evelyn Johnson, Eunice Bennett, Connie Esswein, Helen Clark, Colista Gallop, Genevieve Mattick, Dollie Lindstrom, Sally Endle, Jean Odden, Ruth Lind, Geneva Nieman, Loretta Thorness, Agnes Remillard, Ina Hillman, Ethel Lundberg, Sue Hanes, Mabel Allen, Pearl Barager, Rachel Gullickson, Phyllis Klabunde Anne Dahlstrom and Lucille Fuller.

If you are interested in joining this organization that supports the local hospital, clinic and care centers, please contact Glenview or any current member of ICHC.

Spooner research station garden wins second place in national design contest SPOONER — The Spooner Agricultural Research Station’s teaching and display garden won second place in its size category of fewer than 10,000 visitors per year in the annual design contest sponsored by All-America Selections, an independent, nonprofit organization that tests new plant varieties. The Spooner garden competed against 16 other entrants from across the country and was the only qualified entrant in its category from Wisconsin.

“This award is a direct result of two years of preparation and many hours of work by UW-Extension Master Gardener Volunteers and Spooner Ag Research Station staff,” said Kevin Schoessow, agriculture development educator for Burnett, Washburn and Sawyer counties.

For over 15 years, Schoessow and UWExtension Master Gardener Volunteers have partnered with the Spooner Ag Research Station in developing and managing a teaching and display garden. Each year they host multiple workshops out in the garden including the annual Twilight Garden Tour in August to inspire gardeners and educate the public about gardening and the plants that grow best in the area.

A portion of this larger garden is an official All-America Selections Display Garden. AAS tests new varieties of plants throughout the United States and Canada and gives awards to the superior ones.

The All-America Landscape Design Contest asks participants to incorporate plants that have been selected as AAS winners, past and present, into an attractive display. Each garden is responsible

for creating and executing its own design and generating publicity about the contest. Display photos and marketing materials are then submitted to a panel of judges who select the winners.

For this contest, the Master Gardener Volunteers transformed the space into eight individual, slightly bermed, triangular beds to replace the traditional mass plantings that had the AAS winners in one long row. Well-maintained lawn paths between the beds added to the beauty and functionality. Each bed included up to 75 percent AAS winners, combined with other flowers and vegetables to carry out a theme in each garden, ranging from sunset colors to drama.

The annual Twilight Garden Tour held in August was a key factor in the judges decision to award second place to this entry. The judges gave the entry high marks for the bed shapes and design, the collaboration with MGVs, and use of social media in promoting the garden.

MGV and garden designer Sharon Tarras designed the overall layout of the annual and AAS garden bed. “When designing the layout for this garden, I envisioned an outdoor classroom surrounded by flowering plants,” she said.

For the contest, MGVs divided the AAS and annual plants the station receives in the spring for the gardens into various themes based on the plants’ color, shape and texture. Then MGVs each chose one of the groupings of plants and designed an individual bed with that selection. The designers and planters included Victoria Zalatoris, KD Childs, Ed Jacobsen, Terrie Strand, Barb Boatman, Megan Smith,

The AAS display garden is part of a larger teaching and display garden and is used extensively

by UW-Extension as an outdoor classroom for a variety of gardening and horticulture activities. It is the only All-America Selection display garden in NW Wisconsin. — Photos submitted Matt Lemke and Tarras.

More information about the contest and color photos of all the contest winners is at aaswinners.com/display_gardens/ contest.cfm.

The teaching and display garden is located on Orchard Lane, one mile east of Spooner off Hwy. 70. The garden is open to the public for self-guided tours from

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by Diane Dryden Register staff writer SHELL LAKE — Melissa Halstensgard had been a teacher of social studies, geography and psychology for three years in South Carolina when she got a call from a friend who was teaching in Bahrain to see if she would like to be his replacement for a year.

This Minnesota born, raised, and educated young woman was no stranger to foreign travel, with her ninth-grade trip to Mexico and her college trips to Germany, France and Honduras.

Because of her family’s close ties it was only natural that when her days at Northwestern College were completed, she would join her parents in their new home area in South Carolina, where she began her teaching career. She not only was hired as a teacher, but also as the swimming coach. Her team went to state twice.

In 2007, she spent time in Spain and Morocco. She was giving the Peace Corps serious consideration when she got the call about Bahrain. She was offered a position to teach economics and world history to 70 high school students. She was a young woman who dearly loved high school students, even with all their hangups and problems. She said a willing yes and moved to the desert island whose land mass is only 296 square miles with 100 miles of coastline. Bahrain is the largest island in a chain of islands in the Persian Gulf east of Saudi Arabia. For such a small space, the island squeezes in lots of shopping with four huge malls and various smaller ones. Even though Bahrain

She’s upward bound

Melissa Meyer works for Upward Bound and is a familiar face in five of the local high schools as she visits with students and teachers about getting qualified kids into college. — Photo by Diane Dryden has oil and natural gas plants, their chief income is generated by tourists and the banking industry.

One Sunday a very nice-looking Navy man named Matt Meyer walked into the church she was attending, and that ended her life as a carefree, single lady who had an impressive 17 countries under her travel belt.

They were married in 2010, and because his base was in Norfolk, Va., that’s where they made their first home. She got a job

teaching on the mean streets in the hood.

“It was considered to be one of the worst schools in the district and I was hired to teach social studies to middle school kids.

These young students were often in fights and there was a lot of young pregnancy.

There was no telling how long I would have taught there, but my husband’s Navy hitch was over, so after a year of teaching, I left the school and the kids I loved and we moved to Spooner, where Matt’s father lived.”

Matt spends his time working on his master’s degree in marriage and family counseling and works at Northwest Passage. Melissa followed her passion, helping kids believe in themselves, and started working with Upward Bound, an organization that provides the steps to educational success. And they consider success to mean college or technical school for students who, on their own, might never have thought they would qualify for higher education. Upward Bound operates under the auspices of the Forward Service Corporation.

As an instructor, she works with high school students in Spooner, Shell Lake, Siren, Turtle Lake and Balsam Lake, so she travels a lot. With her dedication to this age group, she can’t help but bring enthusiasm to the program that includes weekly meetings on various topics, including, surviving high school, study skills, decision making, leadership, motivation and time management. She also helps them to explore careers and educational goals as well as taking them on college tours.

The program offers tutoring and someone to be the student’s advocate. They go on cultural field trips and listen to guest speakers moving into time and stress management as the student reaches the upper grades, along with goal setting and college applications. When the time comes, the program pays for their ACT tests and helps them fill out the Federal Application for Student Aid papers and research financial assistance. They also pay for the college application fees.

This program emerged from the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964 in response to the administration’s War on Poverty. Their goal is simply stated, “To increase the rates at which participants enroll in and graduate from institutions of postsecondary education.” In other words, Upward Bound works with kids under certain income levels and those who will be the first generation of college attendees in their families. Students must have a 2.5 grade-point average or higher, want to attend college and have scores to be proficient or higher on their Wisconsin Knowledge and Concepts Examinations, which includes reading, language arts and math. Referrals often come from guidance counselors, teachers or principals. Interested parents are also welcome to contact assistant director Kristine Fisher at 715-401-1477 or Melissa Meyer at 715-401-0156 for more information. Their office is on Roundhouse Road in Spooner, but these women spend a great deal of time in their vehicles. There is always the option of calling the high schools themselves for further information.

A busy life, celebrating 90 years

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Helen Pederson, Heart Lake news correspondent for the Register, celebrated her 90th birthday with family on Saturday, Oct. 26, at Glenview in Shell Lake. — Photo by Danielle Moe sang in the choir,” she said.

The year of 1947 was a milestone for Pederson, one in which she began her first nursing job, working at the Shell Lake hospital, and met her future husband, Floyd Pederson, a Navy veteran.

The pair met through their church, and the rest was history. “He asked me for a date and we got married,” she explained simply. Together the couple had five children, three boys and two girls; Dennis, Tim, Jeff, Mary and Susan. Her family has grown to include 11 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. In the coming year Pederson has four weddings to look forward and one of the engagements was announced at her party on Saturday.

In the 1950s and 1960s, after her college days, she continued to enjoy singing and joined to two different ladies chorus groups, the Sweet Adelines and the Heart Lake Trio. Today Pederson enjoys reading, attending church, watching old TV shows, and above all, spending time with family and friends. For Pederson her family has been one of her biggest life influencers, explaining she is most proud of living to be 90 and, “my family, my grandchildren, my great-grandchildren. I love them and I enjoy seeing them,” she said.

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“My mother wrote the news before, so I followed in her footsteps,” said Pederson.

On Friday, Oct. 25, Pederson turned 90 and celebrated the milestone birthday on Saturday, Oct. 26, at Glenview Living Center in Shell Lake with family and friends. “She is very family orientated and I am impressed with how she keeps in touch with family and is involved with the church,” said her son, Tim Pederson.

Born in 1923, Pederson grew up on a dairy farm outside of Cumberland, the 11th child of 12. “We were busy, my mother was busier,” acknowledged Pederson, smiling.

After high school, Pederson attended Augsburg College for a year before finishing three years of nurses training at Deaconess College in Minneapolis. During her college years, she lived in the school dormitories and enjoyed time spent with friends. “I went to basketball games and

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Shell Lake loses to Washburn in final game

Volleyball sectionals action this week

by Larry Samson Register staff writer WASHBURN — With a three-set sweep of Shell Lake in the Division 4 finals, Washburn earned the regional championship and will advance to the sectionals.

They will face Mellen on Thursday, Oct. 31, at Ashland. Shell Lake had originally been scheduled to host the sectionals, but with both teams in the north it made sense to change the location.

Shell Lake beat Northwood 25-17, 25-13 and 25-14 in the first game of the playoffs on Tuesday, Oct. 22. The Lakers beat Mercer 3-2 in their best-of-five playoff match in the regional semifinal held in Mercer on Thursday, Oct. 24. The Washburn offense was too much for the Lakers as they lost 25-15, 25-9 and 25-10 in the final game on Saturday, Oct. 26.

In the other bracket in the Division 4 playoffs, Luck will face Clayton in a matchup in Clayton. The winners of those matches will play on Saturday, Nov. 2 In Division 3, Grantsburg beat Webster in five sets to become regional champions. They will face Cameron in Cameron on Thursday, Oct. 31. Cameron swept Chequamegon, Phillips and Bloomer to get to the sectionals. The final game in that bracket will be in Durand on Saturday, Nov. 2.

In Division 2 regionals, Spooner lost to

Freshman Amber Anderson on the attack against Mercer on Oct. 24.

Colleen Knoop has one of her best days as she goes on the attack.

Ashland in three sets in the first match on Tuesday, Oct. 22. Rice Lake and Osceola will play in the first match of the sectionals at Osceola. Altoona and Tomahawk will play at Medford. The winners in those two matchups will play Saturday, Nov. 2, in Mosinee for the chance to advance to state.

Photos by Larry Samson

Katie Gronning was in top performance mode from the serving line.

Peterson advances to state

WIAA Division 2 Cross Country Spooner girls 47 Sarah Dettle 18:54 72 Caitlin Fielding 19:58 76 Julie Bray 20:16 80 Katelyn Heino 20:25 82 Savannah Quinn 20:43 91 Hannah Ford 23:01 Spooner boys 1 Daniel Pederson 17:55 71 Alex Pippen 22:13 84 Connor Seckora 23:16 90 Will Otto 24:32 91 Tyler Revak 24.:47 Jen Connell bumps the ball with Kaylea Kidder backing her up on Saturday, Oct. 26, against Washburn.

Daniel Pederson finished first at the WIAA Division 2 cross-country meet in Amery on Friday, Oct. 25. He had a time of 17:55 and finished sixth-tenths of a second before Jordan Bringgold of St. Croix Central. Pederson will be going to the state meet at Wisconsin Rapids on Saturday, Nov. 2. He has finished in first place in every race he ran this year. — Photo by Marty Seeger

First round in football playoffs

Mercer player Sydney Thompson reacts as Shania Pokorny sends the ball back at her on a block. As a senior, she is playing in her last year for Shell Lake.

by Larry Samson Register staff writer PRESCOTT — Prescott eliminated Spooner, 38-7, in the first round of WIAA Division 4 football playoffs.

Spooner earned a playoff spot with their 5-2 Heart O’ North Conference record. This is the first year for head coach Jeromie Voeltz. He came over from Webster when former head coach Josh Fizel took over the Eau Claire North football program. That team finished 1-6 in the Big Rivers Conference.

Prescott will play Somerset in Somerset on Friday, Nov. 1. Somerset beat Northern Pines, Eagle River, 51-20. The powerhouse

in that bracket is Ellsworth. They beat St. Croix Central 51-0 and they will play Black River Falls.

In Division 6, Webster advanced after defeating Rosholt 22-20 in the first game.

Spring Valley traveled to Hurley and lost 26-21.

It was not a good night for Lakeland North teams in Division 5 as Unity was defeated by Stanley-Boyd, 47-13, and Cameron fell 40-18 to Fall Creek. Two Heart O’ North teams advanced, when Chetek-Weyerhaeuser defeated Cumberland 44-29 and Bloomer defeated St. Croix Falls 55-0, SCF being a Lakeland North Conference team.

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Final meet of the cross-country season

by Larry Samson Register staff writer BRUCE —The Shell Lake cross-country team finished their season up in the sectional meet on a small private golf course east of Bruce on Tuesday, Oct. 22. The rolling hills and cool brisk autumn air made it a perfect meet to end the season. Keeping with the Halloween spirit, the course ran through a small cemetery.

Daniel Parish was the top finisher for Shell Lake in the boys 5K race with a time of 20:34.9. Nathaniel Swan finished with a time of 22:43.7, and Marty Anderson was the third runner for Shell Lake with a time of 23:38.7.

Lauren Osborn, runner on the Shell Lake girls team, had a time of 19:07.1. Nicole Mikula followed behind her with a time of 20:55.0, Emma Thomas’ time was 21:03.6, while freshman Alyssa Hodgett clocked in at 21:46.1 and Sabrina Skindzelewski with a time of 23:57.4 While the cross-country season is over, many of the runners will continue their training, as their motto is Our Sport is Your Punishment. You have to have a passion for running to be a cross-country athlete.

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The girls cross-country team competed in the sectional cross-country meet Nathaniel Swan, Marty Anderson and Daniel Parin Bruce Monday, Oct. 22. Shown (L to R) are: Nicole Mikula, Lauren Osborn, ish finished the cross-country season with the 5K race at sectionals in Bruce on Tuesday, Oct 22.

Alyssa Hodgett, Emma Thomas and Sabrina Skindzelewski.

Spooner students present “The View from Sunset Towers”

One of the more sober moments in the play was the soliloquy of the World War II veteran reliving his memories of his experience in war while watching the TV news. “I am watching the horrors of war in the comfort of my living room.” The character of Fred was played by Zach Shutt. The characters stayed on stage as witness to the thoughts and memories played out. Gavin Anderson and Caitlin Fielding watch in the background.

The “Man Inside My Father” is a study of how looking back, Richard sees his father in himself as he grows older. He recounts the special relationship he had with his father and how his father’s relationship with his mother taught him so much about life. The characters are shown (L to R): Hannah Langhammer, Willow Shell, Hannah Kaefer, Gavin Anderson, Zach Shutt and Keith Richardson.

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In the “Dinner’s In The Oven” scene, Crandell, Keith Richardson, has sweet memories of his deceased wife, played by Michelle Richardson. He recounts his memories of the time she played a sweet April Fool’s Day prank that cost him a bouquet of flowers.

Bob Thornley and Alli Gosney were director and student director for the play, “The View From Sunset Towers.” Performing a high school drama is always a challenge, yet Thornley doesn’t shy away from directing. “I am pleased to say that the Class of 2014 has risen to the challenge,” he said of his senior actors. The play was a learning experience for Gosney. Her prior experience in theater was The aging Doris and Sparky, played by Julia Trcka and playing a beluga whale in a first-grade proLevi Hansen, plan their vacation of a lifetime in “It’s Now Or duction. She is now hooked on the theater.

Never.” It was a comical look at how hard it is break loose after being so conservative with their life.

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Dewey Country There was an old wives’ tale my dad used to say, in the later part of fall when the wind was cool and snow was near. I remember being chilly and my dad would say, “Ya got to have your blood thinned.”

Now who would think of this? Well, in my dad’s time, it was only the ol’ wives’ tales, as they didn’t have any TV and weathermen to let them know! So today we have so much we just don’t appreciate it do we?

Our deepest sympathy to the family of Barb Rivard who passed away Oct. 18 of cancer.

Happy birthday to our Halloween baby, Doug Vanderhoof. Hope you have a wonderful day, Doug.

Happy birthday to Abby Smith on Nov. 1 when she enjoys that special day, with lots more to come.

Sarona

by Pauline Lawrence

Nov. 2, happy birthday to Tyler Dorweiler when he turns 9 years old. Have a wonderful day.

A very happy birthday to Joy Hopke on Nov. 3 with lots more to come.

Happy birthday to Glen Knoop as he enjoys his special day with lots more to come.

Nov. 5, a very happy birthday to Carter Melton and also to Dustin Lee. Have a great day.

Nov. 6, a very happy birthday to Charles Murray, Chloe Babclik, Don Trott, Sarah Petz, Marie Andrea, and Marv Knoop who turns 82 years young. Have a very happy day.

Tuesday found Diane Hulleman at the Free Clinic at Lakeview Medical Center.

Monday she was at the nursing home in Shell Lake helping decorate cupcakes and

celebrate the birthdays for October.

Tuesday and Wednesday we had a little snow, not enough to measure, but it was snow.

See farmers are busy working up their fields for next year. That’s great, so they don’t have so much to do next spring.

Spending the weekend with his folks, Jim and Sandy Atkinson, was their son, Jimmy, Stacy, Minn.

Hunting at Diane Hulleman’s Sunday was her son-in-law, Mike Murray. He hunted in the morning and came back to take a snooze and then was back out hunting for a buck.

Talking with Tom Melton, we find his honey, Janice, is getting along quite well.

She still has some foods the doctors tell her to avoid.

Poor Richard’s is closing from Nov. 1 to April 1. Poor Richard’s belongs to Richard and Karen Melton.

Home for the weekend was Robin Melton. Saturday her sisters, Peggy Vesta and Vicki Trott, came over to the Cecil Meltons and they all enjoyed playing cards with Cecil and Evelyn. Sunday the girls played cards again with their parents. Cecil and Evelyn visited Cecil’s sister, Doris Linton, at Glenview.

Over the weekend at the Warren Quams were Sue and Tim Pederson of Amherst, Stephanie and Corey Cowell, Megan Pederson and her fiancé Dustin. All stayed at the Quams and headed back to their home Sunday. Congratulations to Megan on her engagement to Dustin.

Scatter sunshine! Have a great week.

Sunday evening, Anton and Gloria and Peter Frey had pheasant supper with Jan and Jeff Johnston.

Elfreda West and I visited Mary West at Heritage Manor in Rice Lake. Found her very weak and on oxygen but she said it was nice that Pastor Steve Miller had been there and also Darlene Johnechek visited her. We found Mike about the same. He wants to come home. His daughter, Joanie, had taken him for his eye appointment and up to Sarona on Friday for a ride and stopped at his mom’s.

From up this way, Charlotte Ross, Elfreda West and I, Donna Ness and Pat Sweet attended a Lia Sophia jewelry party held in Dels Shed, Rice Lake on Sunday with Kelsey Elbe hosting and Brooke Schmidt showing the goods. It was a fun party with about 20 attending. They served a luscious lunch.

Mavis Schlapper and her little dog, Daisy, visited and had breakfast with me on Wednesday morning.

I visited Bonnie Helmer on Tuesday afternoon and was just in time for some good broccoli cheese soup with her.

Happy birthday to Sherri Kasten, Karen Dostal, Molly Pearson, Jeannie Kubista, Benjamin Frey, Oct. 31; Karen Taylor, Tammy Holman, Daryl Marschall, Gene Hendrickson, Jeff Pederson, Zion Zaloudek, Gaven Sundeen and Athena Lehman, Nov. 1; Rod Ripley, Kelsey Jo Elbe, Connie Zaloudek, Ashley Slinker, Bethany Bulgrin and Ray Johnson, Nov. 2; Bob LeMoine, Carol Williams, Alex Roeser, Megan Stodola, Linda Nielsen, Wilber Prock, McKenzie Anderson and Jennie Wise, Nov. 3; Debbie Benjamin, Bev Root and Alyce Smith, Nov. 4; Jolene Loew, Jesse Gronning, Jean Hentsch, Nov. 4; Craig Pearson, Verjean Schullo, Daryl Andrews, Dusty Marker, Jim Morevac, Nov. 5; and Austin Butterfield, Nov. 7.

Anniversary wishes to Hokey and Carolyn West, their 60th on Oct. 31; Wayne and Mari Berman, their 35th on Nov. 5; and John and Lynda Sauer and Norman and Donna Pokorny, Nov. 7.

Don’t let the gobblins get ya! But have a fun Halloween.

by Marian Furchtenicht

On Monday morning it was so calm, bright and beautiful. Farmers are busy with the combining and fall work. They finally got the weather for it.

This weekend is when we are to turn the clocks back as daylight saving time ends.

Also remember to change the batteries in the fire alarms.

Virginia Stodola had a nice surprise on Saturday when her grandson, Jeff, and Ann Stodola of Germantown and their boys, Ryan and Eric, came to visit her.

Ryan attends college in Eau Claire so they had come to see him.

Keep these folks in your thoughts and prayers. Mary West spent a few days last week in the Rice Lake hospital and now is in Heritage Manor in Rice Lake.

Mark Kruegar who had recent back surgery in Eau Claire is home recovering. We wish him a speedy one.

Neil Anderson and Cecil Scribner, who are both doctoring with serious health issues need our prayers.

Mary Krantz was taken by ambulance to the hospital in Shell Lake on Sunday after suffering a heart attack. Her daughter Vicki flew in Sunday night from Nevada to be with her. Kathy Dahlstrom went to the airport to pick her up.

Sam and Libby DeTrent are back from a week’s vacation in Orlando, Fla., where they enjoyed 80- to 90-degree temps and relaxing by the pool and watching the palm trees sway in the breeze. The time was a treat before going into hibernation.

Last week when Mary Krantz, Bobbie Bailey and I were out driving, I forgot to mention going down by Dilly Lake and stopping by Les and Amber Riley’s. We got to see their homing pigeons. He had just finished his last race of this year and told us about it, which was very interesting.

How do they know to come back home?

They must have a built in GPS. Sympathy to the family of Zella Nelson, 94, of Earl. Her funeral was at the Dahl Funeral Home on Saturday. She is a sister-inlaw of Inez Elliott.

We wish to extend sympathy to our neighbors, Greg and Cheri Lyga, in the death of her father, James Nelson, 75, Town of Lorain. His funeral was Saturday, Oct. 26, at the Skinner Funeral Home in Shell Lake, with the Rev. Sue Odegard officiating.

Gloria and Anton Frey had sons Tony and Kelly and Pat and Laurie over for supper and canned the kraut they had made for a total of 16 quarts. Sounds good.

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Regional Hospice welcomes a new group of volunteers who have just completed six weeks of training. Volunteers provide a very valuable service to the organization by donating many hours for the benefit of all hospice patients and families. Shown back row (L to R): Diane Hansen, Spooner; Brenda Wessen, Spooner; Jackie Carlson, Grantsburg; and Joe Walsh, Danbury. Front row: Susie Lenz, Frederic; Gladys Beers, Webster; Barb Ceder, Frederic; Becky Walsh, Danbury; and Russ Susag, Siren. Not pictured: Maureen Singleton, Webb Lake. — Photo submitted

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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.

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.

Trinity Lutheran

Other

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.

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 Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. prayer meeting; 6:30-8 p.m. AWANA Sept. - April. Sunday School 9:15 a.m., all ages.

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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

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wo miners had been searching for gold for months. Their efforts went unrewarded until one day when they struck it rich. They did not want anyone to know where they discovered their fortune until they staked their claim. But they needed supplies badly.

They decided to go into town, buy what they needed, tell no one of their discovery and return to their cabin.

However, in spite of their silence, after they returned to their cabin, a large crowd appeared. In spite of their silence, everyone knew of their joy and happiness. Their faces gave away their story.

Whatever we have on the inside always appears on the outside. When God resides within us, his glory will be reflected through us.

One day Moses met with God. When he returned to his followers, his face glowed with God’s glory, letting the people know that he had been with God. When you and I spend time with God, reading his word, spending time in prayer, others will know that we have been with him. It will show in us and through us.

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OBITUARIES

Washburn County Area Humane Society

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

Art Swan

ADOPTABLE PETS OF THE WEEK Hi my name is Sixx, I am a little tortoiseshell, I may be very young, but I have oh so much to tell.

Some people found me all alone when I was 1 week old, I somehow lost my mother; I was sad and very cold.

It was so late at night, they didn’t know what they should do, A very nice policeman made a call to “you know who.”

The lady from the shelter came and got me right away, She took me home and fed me, kept me warm both night and day.

She had some other kittens that had lost their mother, too, So I had friends to snuggle with, a family all brand new.

I wish that I could stay with them; I do not want to go, But I know there’s a new home waiting, where they’ll love me so.

I’ll never forget my sisters or the lady who loved me, ‘Cause I will keep them in my heart for all eternity.

Cats for adoption: 1-year-old female gray/white shorthair; 4-month-old female black/white shorthair; 3-year-old spayed gray shorthair; 3-month-old gray/ white shorthair kitten; two 3-1/2-month-old dilute calicos; 1-year-old male black shorthair; 3-month-old gray female shorthair; 3-1/2-month old black/gray shorthair; 4-month-old shorthair tortie, 8-year-old spayed gray shorthair; 1-1/2-year-old neutered black shorthair; 3-year-old neutered white/black/brown shorthair tiger; two 3-month-old shorthair calicos; 1-year-old female black/white shorthair; 2-year-old neutered black/gray tiger; 2-year-old spayed white/orange Siamese mix; 7-week-old white calico; and two 6-week-old gray shorthair kittens.

Dogs for adoption: 2-1/2-year-old spayed white bull terrier; 2-year-old neutered gray pit bull; two 1-year-old male brindle/white Staffordshire terriers; 5-year-old female black Lab mix; 3-1/2-month-old female black/ white boxer/shepherd mix puppy; and an 10-month-old spayed brown/white Staffordshire terrier mix.

Also for adoption: two male guinea pigs; 1-year-old brown/white male rat and a 5-year-old female cockatiel.

Located at 1400 Cottonwood Ave. in Spooner

Art Swan, 93, Shell Lake, died Monday, Oct. 28, 2013, at Terraceview Living Center in Shell Lake. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 2, at the United Methodist Church, Shell Lake, with the Rev. John Sahlstrom officiating. Burial will be in Clam River Cemetery.

Friends may call from 4-7 p.m., on Friday at the Skinner

Polish feast to be celebrated at St. Francis SPOONER — Zapraszamy! This Polish phrase meaning, You’re Invited, is the theme for St. Francis de Sales upcoming auction and $10,000 cash raffle on Saturday, Nov. 9. The church and school are extending the invitation to one and all, saying “Everybody’s Polish on Nov. 9.”

The evening’s events will begin at the church with a Polka Mass at 4 p.m. This is a normal Sunday Mass with songs set to traditional polka music. Donna Osacho and Susie Osacho-Seiler, originally from Superior, are the featured musicians both singing and playing the accordion.

The sisters, accompanied by a drummer, have written and arranged much of the music themselves and play at various Catholic parishes in Northwest Wisconsin.

Following the service, at approximately 5 p.m., an authentic Polish feast will be served in the adjoining cafeteria with polka music accompaniment. Chefs are parish members of Polish descent who will be serving authentic homemade Polish dishes. Takeout meals will be available.

Many donated items will be auctioned in a silent auction. Bidding will be available starting the weekend of Nov. 2 and 3 after Masses at St. Francis de Sales. The silent auction will open again during the Polish feast.

At 6:30 p.m. a live auction will begin led by auctioneers Mike Bitney and Larry Neste. A lottery tree and 52-card raffle will be part of the evening’s festivities. A full listing of items will be available in both church and school offices the week of Nov. 4.

Following the live auction, at 7:30 p.m., $10,000 cash will be raffled. Tickets can be purchased in the St. Francis de Sales Church or school offices or the evening of the event until 7 p.m. There are second through 20th prizes of $100 each.

Proceeds from theTHE event will benefit St. Francis de Sales School and their Home and School Association.

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Monday, Nov. 4: Cook’s choice.

Tuesday, Nov. 5: Mouth-watering meat loaf, German potato salad, peas and onions, peaches.

Wednesday, Nov. 6: Gourmet garlic herb chicken, baked potato, sour cream, broccoli and cheese, orange angel food.

Thursday, Nov. 7: Home-style liver and onions, scalloped potatoes, peas and carrots, brownies.

Friday, Nov. 8: Hearty beef stew, baking-powder biscuits, coleslaw, cherry 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.

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SPOONER — Partners of Spooner Health System is now accepting donations for the 23rd-annual Lovelight campaign.

Monday, Dec. 9, partners will celebrate the donations given through a Lovelights fundraising drive with a ceremony to begin at 4:30 p.m. in the activity room of Benedictine Living Center. Forms are now available to purchase lights for the two Lovelight trees that will shine at SHS and Benedictine Living Center during the month of December. Traditionally, white lights are in memory of a departed loved one, red lights are in honor of someone who is still living and blue lights are in honor of someone who is or has been in the armed services. Forms are available at the business office of SHS, activity department of Benedictine Living Center, and various churches in the community. Donations can also be sent directly to Spooner Health System, 819 Ash St., Spooner, WI 54801, attn.: Lovelights. Donations from the Lovelight campaign go directly to Partners of SHS and will be used toward the 2014 scholarship fund.

Please consider starting the 2013 holiday season by purchasing a light for that special person in your life and plan to attend the ceremony with holiday music and refreshments. For more information, please call 715-635-6309. — from Partners of SHS

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Home and School, comprised of school parents and teachers, provides financial and leadership support for various school activities and events that give the students a well-rounded education and learning environment, as well as providing formational and support resources for parents.

For more information, please call the school office at 715-635-2774. — from St. Francis de Sales

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Funeral Home, Shell Lake, and one hour prior to service on Saturday at the church.

A complete obituary will be published at a later date.

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

Since her passing last May, life for the family of Gayle Marker has returned to a somewhat more normal routine. Nevertheless, her absence is still keenly felt, with countless reminders keeping her memory ever alive in their hearts.

Along with reflecting upon the life of this extraordinary woman, her family would like to offer thanks to so many, for so much. Among them are Gayle’s many friends, neighbors and co-workers for their outpouring of sympathy and support. Their response was truly amazing and, the family believes, a testament to the love and caring Gayle gave so many in the Shell Lake community.

And, if Gayle’s locus of love and caring was the Shell Lake area, then ground zero was Indianhead Medical Center. She worked at IMC more than fifty-two years and passed away just one month prior to her reluctantly scheduled retirement. Therefore, her family would like to thank IMC for giving Gayle what she so often referred to as her second home and family. And, of course, their heartfelt thanks go to those among her IMC family who, in her final hours of life, cared for her so compassionately and fought so valiantly to save her life.

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Barronett

as you travel through the haunted trail.

This was the last weekend for the season for Louie’s brat stand, and it was pretty cold out there, but there were lots of people who stopped by to visit and enjoy one of Louie’s brats or hot dogs. The congregation of Barronett Lutheran was able to raise over $500 to donate to the Cumberland food pantry. As you know, Feed My People will match those funds, so we’re pretty happy about the amount of people we will be able to help feed. We want to send out a great big thank-you to everyone who stopped by and made our weekend so successful.

Congratulations go out to Art Adams, who finally talked his wonderful girlfriend, Jill Otto, into becoming his wife.

Art and Jill were married on Saturday at the Hilltop restaurant. The bride was absolutely radiant in a lovely bridal gown, and, of course, Art looked pretty handsome, too. There was a slight hiccup in the proceedings. Their minister came to the Hilltop to perform the ceremony, but was so ill that she had to leave. She signed all the papers that needed to be signed before she left, but they had to find someone to fill in for her. Luckily she had everything she was going to say typed out, so they just had to find someone who would get up in front of everyone and read. Art and Jill asked Jim Marsh to do it, and he agreed. The problem was that Jim’s at an age where he should just admit that he needs reading glasses and carry a pair with him at all times, but doesn’t. He mentioned once during the ceremony that he was thinking of borrowing the pair Jeff Copus had hanging around his neck, but didn’t. And, he didn’t have a chance to read through the notes before the ceremony started. Luckily he’s pretty good at ad libbing, so he pulled it off with just

Happy Halloween!

The little ones around here are going to have so much candy they won’t need another sweet until Easter.

On Saturday the business owners in Cumberland had a Safe Trick-or-Treating Day. The sidewalks were packed with little ghosts and goblins carrying treat bags.

And, at every intersection, one or more Cumberland firefighters were standing to keep the little ones safe by directing traffic. The fire engine was parked in front of the car wash across from Kwik Trip, and lots of kids were getting their pictures taken with the fire dog. All the business owners were very generous and the kids had a wonderful time. I wonder if anyone kept any kind of a count. It would be fun to know how many kids were in town that day.

The Barronett Civic Club’s Halloween party was held at the community center Saturday afternoon. The place was packed with little ones having lots of fun.

One of the biggest draws, of course, is the cakewalk. There were lots of cakes there, at least 15, and they were all beautifully decorated for the occasion. And, there were all kinds of games to play, crafts to do, and snacks to eat. Looked like everyone, including the parents and grandparents, was having a great time.

If you didn’t get a chance to go to the haunted trail corn maze at the Thompson farm this past weekend, you have another chance. It will be open again this weekend, Nov. 1 and 2. You know that they have new scary things that they got from the haunted warehouse, but they also have a not-so-scary trail for the little ones this year. The Dragons 4-H Club members work really hard to make this fun for everyone, and they love doing it, so bring the kids and enjoy getting lost and scared

Stone Lake

It was sunny on Monday but the predictions for the week said it will be colder and we’ll be getting snow. Now we will be in November soon so we can expect anything and everything.

Saturday night, John and Mary Marschall and a group of friends went coon hunting. I’m sure there are plenty of raccoons out there doing damage.

Judy Bolterman came home from North Dakota after spending time with Amy and Charlie and spoiling her granddaughter.

That’s what you do for grandchildren.

Shawn Marczpak, Eau Claire, a former roommate of Myron Bolterman, spent the weekend here and did some bow hunting.

Birthday greetings to Joni Parker on Oct. 26. Ruth Swan enjoyed supper with

a few laughs. At one point Art’s brother, Jesse, said, “Shouldn’t they be holding hands by now?” Jim did one of those Jack Benny stares at him. The next sentence Jim read was the, “please join hands” one.

Art’s son and daughter, Alec and Bailey, stood up with them during the ceremony, and Jill’s son and daughter, Riley and Gabby, were right up front and ready to give hugs as soon as the ceremony was over. It was very nice. Friends and relatives traveled from all over the state to attend and wish the happy couple well.

Of course the food was great. Cassie Renslow and crew went all out to make sure the buffet table was filled with fresh hot food at all times. The whole day was wonderful and we all wish Art and Jill many years of happiness.

Barronett Lutheran’s Scandinavian smorgasbord is this Saturday, Nov. 2. We know it is sneaking up on us fast, but we are so ready. Lots of people have signed up to bring in lots of different kinds of desserts, we have the crew ready to prepare and serve the dinner and clean up after.

Sue Meier is coming up from Monroe to help us make lefse on Friday so it will be nice and fresh for you. We will be serving Swedish meatballs, turkey, mashed rutabagas, mashed potatoes, a veggie, salad, homemade cranberry relish, fruit soup, pickled herring, rice pudding, and, as I said, a huge variety of desserts. I know we have lots of things we invite you to, but this is my favorite one. We hope you can join us. We will be serving from 1-5 p.m. this Saturday, Nov. 2, at the Barronett Community Center. See you there.

I guess that’s about it from Barronett this week. Hope you have a wonderful week and that we see you at the community center on Saturday. Later.

by Mary Nilssen

Wednesday, Nov. 6, is a very special day for a former Stone Lake resident. She will be turning 100. That special person is my husband’s mother, Jessie Nilssen. A very happy birthday Jessie! Hazel says she’ll never catch up!

The Halloween party for children in the Stone Lake area will be held at the Lions hall on Thursday, Oct. 31, from 4-7 p.m.

There will be lots of goodies and games to enjoy along with a costume-judging contest. So, all you spooks and goblins, get ready for a fun afternoon in Stone Lake.

Don’t forget the Stone Lake Fire Department Big Timers Raffle on Saturday, Nov.

Heart Lake

Wedding

by Judy Pieper

2, from 3-10 p.m. at the Stone Lake Fire Department.

Stone Lake will celebrate Veteran’s Day on Monday, Nov. 11, at noon by providing a luncheon at the Lions hall for all veterans and their families. The Stone Lake seniors, Stone Lake Lions and Heart of the Lakes Homemakers will be hosting this meal and program, to say thank you to all who have served in the armed forces.

Please call 715-865-2025 or 715-865-5500 for reservations.

The Town of Stone Lake has sent out notices for snowplowing. If you have not received a notice, please call 715-865-6015.

Be sure to mark Saturday, Nov. 23, on your calendars. The Stone Lake Scholarship Committee will sponsor a hunters chili feed from 4-7 p.m. at the Lions hall.

The Little Free Library located at the edge of the Town of Stone Lake parking lot is still getting a lot of use. The motto Take A Book, Return A Book has been well received and a big thank-you to all that have been sharing books.

Have a wonderful week and be safe.

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

Melton/Wampler Robyn Melton and Michael Wampler were married on Oct. 12, 2013, at a barn in Shell Lake. The bride is the daughter of Randy and Roxanne Melton, Shell Lake.

The groom is the son of Richard and Janell Wampler, Minneapolis, Minn. The couple now resides in Columbia Heights, Minn.

— Photo submitted

Academic news MENOMONIE — Stephanie Clark, daughter of Bill and Jane Clark, Shell Lake, received the Mark Zipperer Pride Hospitality Scholarship and the H. Edwin Howe Scholarship. Clark is majoring in hotel, restaurant and tourism management. Scholarships valued at more than $600,000 were awarded to 320 University of Wisconsin – Stout students this year through the Stout University Foundation at a reception on campus Sept. 12. Many of the scholarship donors and members of the board of directors personally presented the awards. — from ReadMedia

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by Helen V. Pederson the family at the Parkers and spent time with Hunter Parker, son of Matt, Hudson.

Saturday night, Marvin and Frank Mortensen, Louise Schade and Margaret Jones brought supper over to Lillian Ullom’s and they enjoyed eating together.

Lillian also stopped in to see me for my birthday party.

Sunday, Louise and Lillian stopped to see their sister, Florence Carlson, and had cake and ice cream for her birthday.

Happy birthday, Florence.

Well, this was a big weekend for me.

The paper said I was 90 on Oct. 25. I don’t feel it but facts are facts so I will face the next many years that God will give me.

All of my children, Sue and Larry Winner, Tim and Sue Pederson, Mary and

FALL HARVEST DINNER

Come to Barronett & join us for a

Date: Sunday, Nov. 3, 2013 Place: Timberland Free Lutheran Church Take 63 North out of Cumberland, then 12 miles on Co. Rd. H. Time: Serving 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

SCANDINAVIAN SMORGASBORD Hosted by the Members of Barronett Lutheran Church.

Held at the Barronett Civic Center.

Adults $10, Children 12 & Under $8, Children 5 & Under FREE For more information or reservations, please call:

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And Bazaar/Craft/Bake Sale Sat., November 2, 2013, 1 - 5 p.m.

Keith White, and Jeff Pederson were here and put on a fabulous party for me. Several of my grandchildren came with husbands or fiancées. We enjoyed cake and ice cream and a lot of visiting. You all are just great. I am so grateful.

My brother Abner Odden and his son, Gary, and Jean Odden of Cumberland, Kim and Greg Odden, my nephews came on Saturday afternoon. Peder Pederson and his daughter, Cheri, also came for the afternoon.

Two of my dear friends, Ruby Erickson of Spooner and Mary Jane Dunn, of rural Shell Lake, both came. We were all classmates in grade school and we keep in touch frequently. Thank you girls for remembering me! Ruby’s daughters, Carla

Geri Pittman at 715-822-8041 Or Judy Pieper at 715-822-8385

Suggested Donation: Adults $8, Children 5-12 $4.00, Under 5 Free Menu: Baked Ham, Scalloped Potatoes, Green Beans & Carrots, Applesauce, Cranberries, Rolls, Homemade Pies & A Beverage

CRAFT & BAKED GOODS TABLE QUILT RAFFLE All proceeds to go to mission projects.

Sponsored by the WMF of Timberland Ringebu Free 594942 11rp Lutheran Church

and Verdell, came with her.

Saturday night, our family enjoyed dinner together at Lakeview Hotel, including all the grandchildren. We helped son Tim celebrate his birthday, Oct. 26, with a cake after dinner. Birthday blessings, Tim. It was truly a great weekend, and to think the Packers beat the Vikings, which put the frosting on the cake.

Happy birthday to Jeff Pederson who will observe his birthday Nov. 1.

Kind words and kind deeds keep life’s garden free of weeds. Keep a song in your heart!

FALL YARD WASTE PICKUP DAY CITY OF SHELL LAKE Saturday, November 2, 2013

YARD WASTE ONLY

Leaves must be in biodegradable bags or placed in containers (with lids off) that can be dumped.

The City of Shell Lake WILL NOT pick up bags left by Allied Waste. The bags do not have to be tied. Brush must be in bundles no longer than three feet. All yard waste must be placed in the same area the garbage is placed for regular pickup by 7 a.m.

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Washburn County Court Nathan C. Blackwell, Clinton, speeding, $200.50.

Alfred D. Bramucci, Sun City West, Ariz., speeding, $175.00.

Bonnie J. Brannan, Lake Nebagamon, speeding, $200.50.

Sonia A. Brattlie-Miller, Middleton, speeding, $225.70.

Julianne E. Bray, Spooner, speeding, $200.50.

Thomas E. Brovold, Barnes, failure to notify police of accident, $389.50.

Thomas K. Bye, Eden Prairie, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

C. Lindstrom, LLC, Durand, vehicle equipment violations group 1, $238.30; vehicle equipment violations, group 3, $175.30.

Jason B. Cesafsky, Eau Claire, speeding, $175.30.

Michael C. Chapeau, Hastings, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Coralee E. Christman, Minong, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Corey B. Clark, Hayward, underage drinking, $263.50, alcohol assessment.

Brian A. DeLima, Madison, speeding, $200.50.

Jeffrey C. Evans, Spooner, dog owner failure to pay license, $154.10.

Lee A. Ferguson, Spooner, speeding, $301.30.

Paul J. Field, Stevens Point, speeding, $200.50.

Gary M. Frankiewicz, Spooner, failure to stop at stop sign, $175.30.

Willard C. Frederickson, Trego, dog owner failure to pay license, $154.10.

Jonathan E. Fuller, Altoona, speeding, $213.10, failure to stop accident scene, $200.50, twice.

Ricky L. Fuller, Sarona, seat belt violation, $10.00.

NRCS offers conservation practices to improve soil health and protect natural resources SPOONER — Due to the recent government shutdown and 16-day closure of USDA Service Centers, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service has extended the signup deadline for their most popular program. Farmers interested in the Environmental Quality Incentives Program now have until Friday, Dec. 20, to apply for 2014 funding.

Applications are being taken at all USDA Service Centers in Wisconsin.

EQIP is the primary program available to farmers for farmland conservation work, offering payments for over 90 basic conservation practices.

All eligible applications received by Dec. 20 will be evaluated and ranked for funding in 2014. Contact the NRCS office at the USDA Service Center in Spooner at 715- 635-8228, ext. 3, to apply in Burnett and Washburn counties.

Farmers who are interested in signing up for practices that may require state or local permits, such as manure storage systems or streambank restoration, should begin planning and seeking permits as soon as possible. Applicants with permits already in hand are ranked high priority for funding; those with permits in process are medium priority and those without permits begun receive low priority for funding.

Organic, energy and high tunnels very popular – Sign up by Dec. 20

Special sign-up opportunities are also now open for onfarm energy, organic and seasonal high tunnel conservation practices. All three initiatives offer technical and financial assistance through the NRCS’s Environmental Quality Incentives Program.

• On-farm energy: NRCS and producers develop Agricultural Energy Management Plans or farm energy audits that assess energy consumption on an operation. Audit data is used to develop energy conservation recommendations.

The Landscape AgEMP assesses equipment and farming processes. The farm headquarters AgEMP assesses power usage and efficiency in livestock buildings, grain handling operations and similar facilities to support the farm operation. Examples of energy conserving practices available include conservation crop rotation, legume cover crop and no-till planting.

• Organic: NRCS helps certified organic growers and producers working to achieve organic certification install conservation practices to address resource concerns on organic operations.

• Seasonal high tunnel (hoop house): NRCS helps producers plan and implement high tunnels - steel-framed, polyethylene-covered structures that extend growing seasons in an environmentally safe manner. High tunnel benefits include better plant and soil quality, fewer nutrients and pesticides in the environment, and better air quality due to fewer vehicles being needed to transport crops. More than 4,000 high tunnels have been planned and implemented nationwide through this initiative over the past two years.

Supporting conservation practices such as grassed waterways, and diversions are available to address resource concerns on operations with seasonal high tunnel structures.

— from USDA

Darrell F. George, Sioux Falls, S.D., speeding, $175.30.

Brynn D. Gillis, Hayward, underage drinking, $263.50.

John T. Glaze, Birchwood, operating while suspended, $200.50; operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.00.

Brian D. Goodwin, Belvidere, Ill., speeding, $250.90.

Keith A. Gunderson, Cedar, Minn., speeding, $250.90.

Lisa K. Gustafson, Plymouth, Minn., operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.00.

Dustin J. Gustafson, Rice Lake, deposit or discharge solid waste on public or private property, $200.50.

Ray D. Hardwick, Chicago, Ill., operating while suspended, $200.50.

Richard B. Heggerness, Elk River, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Craig E. Hendrick, Eau Claire, speeding, $200.50.

Rosario H. Hernandez, Minong, operating without valid license, $200.50.

Tyler A. Hilligoss, Eden Prairie, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

John C. Howard, St. Paul, Minn., operating boat towing skier after dark, $175.30.

Rene A. Ibarra, St. Paul, Minn., speeding, $225.70.

Timothy E. Jelinek, St. Paul, Minn., speeding, $225.70.

Ross J. Johnson, La Crescent, Minn., speeding, $250.90.

Sandra L. Jones, Momon, Ind., failure to yield right of way from stop sign, $175.30.

James B. Kimbllin, Eau Claire, speeding, $200.50.

David H. King, Elk River, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Tyler J. Kozial, Shell Lake, driving too fast for conditions, $213.10.

Terry L. Landeen, Ramsey, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Tobias J. Latham, Coon Rapids, Minn., possession of illegal-size fish, $249.15.

James E. Liautaud, Van Nuys, Calif., speeding, $250.90.

Patsy D. Lunde, Danbury, speeding, $200.50.

David A. Markman, Eden Prairie, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Donovan C. Martin, Rice Lake, speeding, $250.90.

Carmen P. Mazzuca, Addison, Ill., speeding, $125.45.

David L. McGary, Springbrook, dog owner failure to pay license, $154.10.

Brent J. McGrath, Welch, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Megan P. McGuire, Monona, speeding, $200.50.

Maziar Minovi, Brooklyn, N.Y., speeding, $225.70.

Thomas l. Mitchell, Stone Lake, dog owner failure to pay license, $154.10.

Robert J. Mitchell, Spooner, dog owner failure to pay license, $154.10.

Edward A. Ness, Spooner, dog owner failure to pay license, $154.10.

Frank A. Newton, West Allis, speeding, $200.50.

CRAFT & RUMMAGE SALE Friday, Nov. 1, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 2, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

At Dewey Town Hall E. on Hwy. 70 from Siren 14 miles or W. on Hwy. 70 from Spooner 12 miles. S. on Town Hall Rd. 1 mile.

Jewelry; 31 bags; flower arrangements; clothing all sizes; and much more.

594947 11rp NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the City of Shell Lake, that on the 4th day of December, 2013, at 5 p.m., the Public Works Administration Committee of the City of Shell Lake will hold a public hearing on the proposed resolution set forth below and that on the 9th day of December, 2013, at 7 p.m., the City Council of the City of Shell Lake will act on said resolution: 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 interested 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 Road southwesterly to the northeasterly boundary of that parcel of real estate owned by the City of Shell 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.

The hearing of the Public Works Administration Committee and the City Council will be held in the Council Chambers of the City Hall at 501 First Street, Shell Lake, Wisconsin.

594495 10-12rp WNAXLP Bradley Pederson, City Administrator

Ned A. Nippoldt, Woodbury, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Jill M. Okonek, Shell Lake, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.00.

William J. Olson, Hayward, speeding, $225.70.

Ruth A. Olson, Superior, speeding, $250.90.

Jason L. Olson, Bloomington, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Sara E. Pechauer, Farmington, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Heather M. Peterson, Princeton, Minn., fishing without license, $182.70.

Kimberly A. Peterson, Springbrook, issue worthless check(s), $410.60, restitution.

Katharine M. Peterson, Minong, speeding, $200.50.

Megan A. Pfaff, Spooner, speeding, $175.30.

Melanie G. Ramey, Madison, speeding, $200.50.

Syna S. Reid, Spicer, Minn., speeding, $225.70.

Lemuel A. Roby, Des Plaines, Ill., speeding, $200.50.

Erik R. Rupport, Spooner, dog owner failure to pay license, $154.10.

Daniel P. Ryan, Minneapolis, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Lucas N. Sandberg, Minong, operating motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50; speeding, $200.50.

Lori J. Scarpetta, Rockford, Ill., issue worthless check(s), $379.51, restitution.

Nicole M. Schave, Princeton, Minn., speeding, $250.90.

Jeffrey W. Severson, Rice Lake, speeding, $200.50.

Rochelle C. Singleton, Solon Springs, speeding, $200.50.

Elaine M. Smith, Spooner, dog owner failure to pay license, $154.10.

Bruce G. Sollenberger, Anchorage, Alaska, speeding, $175.30.

Steven W. Sonnesyn, Plymouth, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Michael A. Sprenger, Springbrook, dog owner failure to pay license, $154.10.

Alexandra R. Stafford, Spooner, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.00.

T&T Transport Inc., Danbury, vehicle equipment violations, group 1, $238.30; vehicle equipment violations, group 3, $175.30.

Steven W. Tucker, Vadnais Heights, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Lorne A. Tworek, Hayward, underage drinking, $263.50, alcohol assessment.

Mark W. Vandermyde, Minneapolis, Minn., speeding, $225.70.

Richard W. Wait, East Bethel, Minn., speeding, $225.70.

George T. Williams, Champlin, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Leah L. Wintrone, Chetek, speeding, $200.50.

Kelsy R. Wooldridge, Dallas, speeding, $200.50.

Dixie R. Wozny, Springbrook, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.00.

Jeffrey A. Zakula, Bessemer, Mich., speeding, $175.30.

Employment Opportunities In The Following Positions:

License Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) Director of Maintenance Activity Aide Dietary Aide

Would you like to work closer to home? Terraceview Living Center, Inc., offers a positive, employee-oriented environment with guaranteed shifts, competitive pay and benefits. Wage is based on years of service.

Stop In To Fill Out An Application Or Call:

Terraceview Living Center, Inc. 715-468-7292 802 East County Highway B, P.O. Box 609 Shell Lake, WI 54871 EOE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING TOWN OF BARRONETT

Notice is hereby given that on Wednesday, November 13, 2013, at 8 p.m., a public hearing on the proposed 2014 budget of the Town of Barronett will be held at the Town Hall, N1608 South Heart Lake Road. The proposed budget in detail is available for inspection at the Clerk’s home. The following is a summary of the 2014 budget: 2013 2014 REVENUES Budget Proposed % Chg. Taxes General Property $ 54,714 $ 54,714 0% Intergovernmental $ 148,864 $ 160,733 Public Service $ 8,000 $ 8,000 Misc. Revenue $ 1,350 $ 1,350 TOTAL REVENUE $ 212,928 $ 224,797 5.5% EXPENSES General Government Public Safety Public Works TOTAL EXPENSE

$ 34,800 $ 15,048 $ 201,568 $ 251,416

Estimated Fund Balance 01-01-2014 Revenues Expenses Estimated Fund Balance 12-31-2014 Total Indebtedness: $29,609.24

$ 35,200 $ 15,614 $ 190,668 $ 241,482

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$ 28,436 $ 224,797 $ 241,482 $ 11,751

NOTICE OF SPECIAL TOWN MEETING TOWN OF BARRONETT

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Jesse S. Bosteder, Birchwood, OWI, $1,424.00, local jail, license revoked 24 months, alcohol assessment.

Max A. Graff, Minong, theft, $243.00, probation, sent. withheld; criminal damage to property, $243.00, probation, sent. withheld; resisting or obstructing an officer, $243.00, probation, sent. withheld; bail jumping, $243.00, probation, sent. withheld.

Jason R. Hanson, Spooner, possession of THC, $243.00, local jail, costs, other sentences.

Michael H. Olson, Sarona, possess drug paraphernalia, $243.00, local jail, costs.

Steven K. Stinson, Shell Lake, disorderly conduct or resisting or obstructing an officer, $299.00, community service, twice.

Scott R. Ziegler, River Falls, resisting or obstructing an officer, $268.00, local jail, costs.

Leonard J. Abel, Zimmerman, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Kurt J. Adams, Springbrook, set fire without extinguishing fire, $175.30.

James W. Ash, Eau Claire, speeding, $255.70.

Jennifer M. Atkinson, Stillwater, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Matthew E. Atkinson, Redondo Beach, Calif., speeding, $225.70.

Dawn M. Bacon, Spooner, dog owner failure to pay license, $154.10.

Shawna A. Bader, Spooner, speeding, $225.70.

Nicole M. Barthel, Hayward, speeding, $175.30.

Michael S. Bartle, Springbrook, dog owner failure to pay license, $154.10.

Patrick K. Bartle, Springbrook, dog owner failure to pay license, $154.10.

Notice is hereby given of a Special Town Meeting of the electors of the Town of Barronett on Wednesday, November 13, 2013. This Special Town Meeting will follow the completion of the Public Hearing on the proposed 2014 Town Budget, which begins at 8 p.m., at the Town Hall. This Special Town Meeting of the electors is called pursuant to Sec. 60.12(1)(b) of the Wis. Statutes by the Town Board for the following purpose: 1. To approve the minutes of the November 14, 2012, Special Town Meeting.

2. To adopt the 2013 Town Tax Levy to be collected in 2014 pursuant to Sec. 60.10(1)(a) of the Wis. Statutes.

Dated this 28th day of October, 2013.

Patricia A. Parker, Town Clerk 595005 11-12r WNAXLP

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FOR SALE: 2-BR home, a great starter home, financing available.

References required. Write P.O. Box 85, Shell Lake, WI 54871. 11rc NO HUNTING signs starting at 35 cents each, Washburn County Register newspaper office, in Shell Lake’s Lake Mall, office hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.- 4 p.m.

11-12rp FOR RENT: 3-BR house between Spooner and Shell Lake. Stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, 1-1/2car garage, $700/month. Security deposit and references required. No pets. No smoking. Call after 5 p.m., 715-520-9698. 11rc PETERSON 14’ BOAT AND TRAILER made by Shell Lake Boat Company, $250. Round oak table, $75. 5 cords hardwood, $200. 715766-2224. 11rp

Central Wisconsin, Charming, century old country dream home! Log barn. Young orchard.

6 beautifully wooded acres.

Affordable. Twice reduced, $199,900. Terms possible. 608-5642625. Let’s visit. (CNOW)

A public hearing will be held on the following conditional use permit request pertaining to a short-term rental on Monday, November 4, 2013, at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 501 First Street, Shell Lake, WI. Donna and Winston Rock and Michael and Mindy Gadke, 1536 Hodgboom, Eau Claire, WI 54701, Shell Lake Lumber Lakeside Addition, Pt. Gov’t. Lots 1-3, Block 1, AKA Pt. Outlot 13, Lot 2, CSM V 15, P. 162 (Proposed rental address 312 Stariha Drive, City of Shell Lake.

Clint R. Stariha, Zoning Administrator 594547 10-11r WNAXLP

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR CITY OF SHELL LAKE

The City of Shell Lake is accepting applications for the position of Public Works Director. The Director plans, develops, organizes and participates in the functions of the Public Works Department including water and sewer utilities. Minimum of 4 years’ public works or related-area experience in planning, budgeting, public works projects and public relations, high school education or equivalent, computer experience, must possess or obtain water and wastewater certificates within one year, must possess or obtain appropriate CDL within six months and ability to operate heavy equipment. Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted by the City Council. Pre-employment physical and drug/alcohol screening required. Application form and job description are available at the City Administrator’s office and must be submitted by 1:30 p.m., Thursday, November 14, 2013. For further information contact City Administrator Brad Pederson, P.O. Box 520, Shell Lake, WI 54871, phone 715594816 468-7679 or email: shelllakeadm@gmail.com 52-1b 11-12r The City of Shell Lake is an Equal Opportunity Employer

(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.

Marilyn E. Benson Probate Registrar October 17, 2013 Vicky L. Matts 312 Euclid Ave. Birchwood, WI 54817 594716 WNAXLP 715-416-1216

NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING TOWN OF SARONA, WASHBURN COUNTY

Notice is hereby given that on Monday, November 11, 2013, at 7 p.m., at the Sarona Town Hall, a Public Budget Hearing on the Proposed Budget for the Town of Sarona in Washburn County will be held. The following is a summary of the 2014 budget.

REVENUES 2013 Budget 2014 Budget Intergovernmental $94,892.00 $94,680.00 Local Levy 75,000.00 75,000.00 Interest 500.00 250.00 Miscellaneous 25,000.00 30,000.00 TOTAL REVENUE $195,392.00 $199,930.00 EXPENSES General Government $49,000.00 $46,000.00 Insurance 7,000.00 8,000.00 Roads 151,392.00 181,430.00 Public Safety 30,000.00 28,000.00 Miscellaneous 8,000.00 6,500.00 TOTAL EXPENSES $245,392.00 $269,930.00 Victoria Lombard, Clerk

NOTICE OF SPECIAL TOWN MEETING OF THE ELECTORS OF THE TOWN OF SARONA, WASHBURN COUNTY

Notice is hereby given that on Monday, November 11, 2013, immediately following the completion of the Public Budget Hearing on the Proposed Budget which begins at 7 p.m., at the Sarona Town Hall, a Special Meeting of the electors called pursuant to Section 60.12(1)(c) of Wisconsin Statutes by the town board for the following purposes will be held: 1. To approve the minutes of the November 12, 2012, Special Town Meeting.

2. To approve the total highway expenditures for 2013 pursuant to s. 82.03(2)(a) of Wisconsin Statutes.

3. To adopt a resolution for exceeding $5,000.00 per mile.

4. To approve the 2013 town tax levy to be collected in 2014 pursuant to s. 60.10(1)(a) of Wis. Statutes.

Dated this 25th day of October, 2013.

Victoria Lombard, Clerk

NOTICE OF MEETING - TOWN OF SARONA

Notice is hereby given the Sarona Town Board will hold its monthly Board meeting on Monday, November 11, 2013, immediately following the Special Town Meeting.

Victoria Lombard, Clerk 595003 11-12r WNAXLP

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUEST CITY OF SHELL LAKE

Spooner Health System located in Spooner, WI, is currently seeking a:

PART-TIME EMPLOYEE HEALTH/INFECTIONS PREVENTIONIST RN

Enjoy the beautiful North Woods of Wisconsin where hiking, skiing and fishing abound. Spooner Health System (SHS) is looking for an Employee Health/Infection Preventionist to join our Quality Team. The Employee Health/Infection Preventionist RN (EH/IP RN) develops, implements and evaluates the employee health and infection control services for Spooner Health System. The EH/IP RN utilizes a nursing background and skills to: assess, plan and monitor employees health from preplacement to termination; participates in risk assessment and risk potential of the facility; performs surveillance activities; provides patient and staff education regarding disease transmission; works with the Medical Staff in monitoring nosocomial infections; works with other health-care providers in conjunction with the ill/injured employee; and serves as a resource person to the facility. The EH/IP RN helps ensure a safe working environment that complies with OSHA and State guidelines and promotes health and wellness at the facility.

We’ve partnered with Studer Group and have made a “Commitment to Excellence” that has resulted in improved employee and patient satisfaction. Our goal is to make SHS a better place for patients to receive care, employees to work and physicians to practice medicine.

If you want to work for an organization that is committed to its employees, SHS is a great place to work, and we encourage you to join our team.

SHS has a lot to offer employees with our 2012 partnership results (measuring employee satisfaction and engagement) at the 98th Percentile.

SHS is a 25-bed critical access hospital and has been recognized as one of the “Most Wired” hospitals in the U.S. This award recognizes the commitment we have in utilizing technology to improve quality and patient safety.

Successful candidate will have a current licensure to practice as a registered nurse in the state of Wisconsin. Current certification or eligibility to become BLS, ACLS and Neonatal certified. Also, 3-5 years’ nursing experience preferred. Occupational health and/or infection prevention experience preferred. Advanced Infection Control Training or Associate Infection Control Practitioner training desired. Completion of “The Fundamentals of Surveillance, Prevention & Control of Healthcare Acquired Infections” within 18 months of hire.

Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and excellent benefit package offered including continuing education.

Please send resume and salary requirements to:

Human Resource Director

SPOONER HEALTH SYSTEM 819 Ash Street, Spooner, WI 54801 or apply online at: www.spoonerhealthsystem.com EOE • F/M

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ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS: Service writer/oil change person to work front counter, perform oil changes and customer service responsibilities. Basic computer skills and general automotive knowledge required. Apply in person. Spooner Auto Laundry, 701 South River, Spooner, Wis. 11rc

Proposal would ban workplace discrimination during pregnancy

by Patty Murray Wisconsin Public Radio MADISON - A state lawmaker is introducing legislation that would prevent employers from discriminating against workers who are pregnant. The Democrat who is introducing the bill says federal laws don’t go far enough.

The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act is being introduced by Democratic state Rep. Eric Genrich, from Green Bay’s 90th Assembly District.

He says federal law already bans employers from firing or refusing to hire a pregnant woman. But, he says, it doesn’t regulate treatment of women who become pregnant while on the job. He says it can be a big issue, especially if the woman has a physically demanding job.

The proposed state law would require employers to make provisions so a woman could continue to work. Genrich says it would also expose employers to legal action, within reason. “There is a provision in the bill that allows employers to be exempt if they can prove that these accommodations would cause an undue hardship on their business,” Genrich says, “and that mirrors provisions in current federal law on pregnancy discrimination, and also mirrors state law on some discrimination statutes.”

The proposed legislation is supported by 9to5 Wisconsin. Dana Schultz is state director of 9to5.

She says women are often forced to take unpaid leave when pregnancy makes it difficult to work. “It is extremely archaic ... In the past couple of years, due to the economic downturn there’s been an increase nationally: an estimated 35 percent more pregnancy discrimination cases.”

The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act hasn’t yet been assigned to an Assembly committee. It also includes provisions regulating the treatment of nursing mothers who return to work.

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Saturday Cafe open this weekend SHELL LAKE — Middle and high school students have an open invitation to Saturday Cafe this Saturday, Nov. 2. Acoustic guitar radio and complimentary cocoa, cider and breakfast will be offered to students who come to study, finish homework in a quiet place or get assistance from a school staff tutor from 9-11 a.m. No registration is required. If you have a special request or concerns for a certain area of study, please contact 715-468-7814 and ask about Saturday Cafe.

Saturday Cafe is made possible as a result of a five-year 21st Century Community Learning Center grant. The goal of the grant is to support students in grades 5-12 with academic support outside of the school day. Currently, the CLC offers student support through middle school/high school tutoring on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:30-5:15 p.m. and enrichment through partnerships with Shell Lake Arts Center and Theatre In The Woods Erika Quam Memorial Theatre on Tuesdays and Thursdays from

or the sixth year in a row, Shell Lake Elementary was recognized F as being a Wisconsin School of Rec-

ognition. This is an award given to schools that have a certain percentage of students who receive free or reduced lunch and also perform above average on WKCE test scores. We are one of 23 schools in the state that have won the award six or more years in a row; which puts us as one of the higher performing schools in the state of Wisconsin. Tiffany Schroeder and I drove down to Madison to receive the award on Tuesday, Oct. 8. It was a very nice ceremony, held at the Capitol rotunda.

Monday morning, Oct. 21, we had a musical group, Le Vent du Nord, working with our students. They are a French Canadian group, from Quebec, and were part of a program that Ben Kunselman helped to get organized in partnership with a few other districts in the area, along with corporate support from 3M and Dairy State Bank.

They performed for the 7-12 students in the morning, worked with some of our music students in late morning, and then performed for the elementary students in the afternoon. It was very cool

Teen driver safety tip: Parents think teens are safer drivers than they are Increased involvement is important to reversing that disconnect

MADISON — It is National Teen Driver Safety Week, and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation’s Division of Motor Vehicles wants to remind parents that they must stay engaged and involved long after their teens become licensed drivers.

In Wisconsin, teens are involved in fatal crashes twice as often as all other drivers.

To reduce teen driver deaths and injuries, all states, including Wisconsin, have enacted graduated driver licensing laws.

These laws phase in driving privileges for teen drivers over a period of months.

GDL laws save lives; this is seen in the data. In 2011, there were 60 percent fewer fatal crashes involving teen drivers than there were in 2000 when graduated licensing was enacted. However, parents overestimate how much teens obey two key provisions of GDL laws. Results from

a recently conducted national survey illustrate this disconnect.

• Nighttime driving: 69 percent of parents believe their teen driver almost always follows restrictions while less than half (48 percent) of teens admit to almost always following this law.

• Passenger restrictions: 70 percent of parents believe their teen driver almost always obeys this lifesaving statute while only 43 percent of teens state they almost always follow this restriction.

“Parents can reverse this with increased awareness and involvement,” notes driver qualification Chief Alison Lebwohl.” Statistics also show that parents who are authoritatively enforcing GDL rules and are highly involved have teens who are half as likely to crash, 71 percent less likely to drive while intoxicated and 30 percent less likely to use a cell phone while driving. The DMV’s advice is, know the rules, enforce them and follow up on what your teens are doing behind the wheel. It makes a lifesaving difference.” — from WisDOT

FFA fruit sale under way 3:30-5:15 p.m. Friday is full-on recreation with games, music and fun at the U-Turn in Shell Lake. All students grades 5-12 are encouraged to grab a friend and participate. If you or your child is interested in learning more, please call the school at 715-468-7814. — from Shell Lake Schools

Shell Lake School menu Breakfast Monday, Nov. 4: Bagel or mini cinnamon roll.

Tuesday, Nov. 5: Cheddar and egg biscuit or three-berry bar and mini muffin.

Wednesday, Nov. 6: French toast sticks or yogurt parfait.

Thursday, Nov. 7: Yogurt parfait or muffin and cheese stick.

Friday, Nov. 8: 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.

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Lunch Monday, Nov. 4: Chili or hot dog.

Tuesday, Nov. 5: Rooster sandwich.

Wednesday, Nov. 6: Chicken Alfredo.

Thursday, Nov. 7: Ham or turkey wrap.

Friday, Nov. 8: Hot Italian subs.

Salad bar is served daily to all students.

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

SHELL LAKE — Shell Lake FFA is having their annual fruit sale. Orders will be taken until Thursday, Nov. 7. Feel free to contact any FFA member or call Phyllis in the administration office at 715-468-7816.

In addition to fruit there is also meat, cheese and popcorn. Delivery of fruit

is tentatively set for the second week in December.

If you have any question please feel free to contact Jenifer Bos, FFA advisor, at 715468-7814 or bosj@shelllake.k12.wi.us. — from Shell Lake FFA

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wcregisteronline.com and a great learning opportunity for our ronments. These will, in all likelihood, kids. come in the form of a charter school.

A few months ago I was approached We are not sure exactly what the comby a community member asking about munity is most interested in. Charter the possibility of a display cabinet to schools can be based on an educational show off some of the extracurricular philosophy such as Montessori, project awards and activities that we participate or hands-on, environmental issues, a in outside of the typical athletic awards particular subject such as science or and displays. I asked if the Shell Lake technology, and many other ideas and State Bank would be willing to help areas. Many charter schools are successsponsor a display case and was inful because of community need and a person with passion helping it to grow. formed in mid-October that they would As we start to have conversations about support up to $2,000 for the display.

Tim Ullom will be contacting the person community need and interest, please let me know what your thoughts are that made a few of the other displays regarding community interest; and even that we have and a new cabinet should more importantly, if you know someone be coming in the relatively near future. that might have the passion to help a This will be a great opportunity for our charter school to be successful.

FFA, Science Olympiad, jourOur budget this year looks nalism, forensics and other very similar to last year’s. Our extracurricular participants to state aid went up about 1.7 show off their successes. percent, which is nowhere near Something that the school the increase we saw last year, board and I have been talking but still is an increase. About about quite a bit recently is 60 percent of the districts in the importance of providing the state saw a decrease, so options to our students. One we were in the minority of of the ways to provide them districts that saw an increase. is to offer alternative learning Jim Connell The mill rate this year saw a opportunities and/or envi-

tiny increase of .24 percent. The Legislature just voted last week to increase the state aid formula by $40 million. The increase for us is about $37,700, which works out to be a decrease of about $11 for every $100,000 of assessed value of your property. The reason the decrease is smaller than average for us is that we are still considered a property-rich school district. The budget this year is balanced and does include money for a new school bus purchase. We have not purchased a bus for two years, so it will be important to purchase a replacement this coming spring. I would also like to be able to replace the school van this spring as well, as it is being used for student transportation and needs to be dependable.

As always, please feel free to give me a call if you have any questions about the district, budget or any other schoolrelated functions.

Go Lakers, Jim

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The school nurse was taking care of the little spooks and goblin in the nursery.

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Another football injury, and the trainer will make you better so you can go back into the game. It was all fun and games at the Haunted Schoolhouse held Friday and Saturday, Oct. 25 and 26. Earlier in the night, the actors and actresses made the event more children friendly, but after 8 p.m. it was fun for the teenagers and young adults. The Shell Lake Arts Center, Shell Lake Education Foundation and the Shell Lake Chamber of Commerce sponsored this event.