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Walleye, trout seasons open Saturday Fishing opener to provide tourism boost ___________ BY GARY RIDDERBUSCH NEWS-REVIEW EDITOR
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Anglers hope this scene, a dandy walleye in hand, will be repeated Saturday.
Thousands of anglers are expected to converge on the North Woods as fishing seasons open for walleye, northern pike and trout this Saturday, May 5. Additionally, the catchand-release season opens for both largemouth and smallmouth bass. The ice went out on North Woods lakes a month earlier than normal this spring, which has anglers anxious for pursuing their favorite game fish. Many say the fishing opener isn’t the event it once was, since walleye bag limits dropped due to tribal spearing and the muskie season was delayed to protect spawning fish, but it is still regarded as the traditional start of fishing
and spring tourism. “It really means a lot and still attracts both avid fishermen and families,” said Cindy Burzinski, director of Vilas County Tourism & Publicity. “Opening weekend is when everyone starts gearing up for the summer season just around the corner.” Burzinski said the opener brings many new faces to communities across the North Woods and provides an economic boost since the winter tourism season, which took a hit this year due to poor trail conditions. “With all of our lakes and fish species, it’s a great place for the avid fisherman and the family that wants to try fishing from a pier on a smaller lake,” said Burzinski. Tourism officials note that fishing is a big deal in Wisconsin and especially in Vilas and Oneida counties, where there
are hundreds of lakes. Officials say sportfishing generates $2.75 billion in economic benefits, supports 30,164 jobs and generates $200 million in state and local tax revenues. Burzinski said the fishing opener leads to tourism in other months of the year. “While they come here opening weekend for one specific reason, to fish, they may come back in the summer to visit museums, shop and enjoy our bicycle trails,” said Burzinski. “The opener is an off-season vacation time that benefits the entire area.” Reduced bag limits While it’s nothing new, walleye anglers will see reduced daily bag limits on 330 lakes in Vilas, Oneida and Forest counties. There will be a three-walleye bag limit for sport anglers on 171 lakes and To OPENER, Pg. 4A
A well-marked brook trout comes to the net in a stream, headed for the creel.
Home sales rise in Vilas, Oneida during March ___________ BY GARY RIDDERBUSCH NEWS-REVIEW EDITOR
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WALKER VISIT — Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker visited Northland Pines High School last Tuesday to discuss Act 10 and its effects
Pines OKs grant for charter school ___________ BY KEN ANDERSON NEWS CORRESPONDENT
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A grant application to initiate a charter school in the Northland Pines School District has been approved by the school board for submittal to the state Department of Public Instruction. The $175,000 request, approved at a meeting last week, will be used to fund the first three years of planning and establishing the Northland Pines School of Options & Aspired Research (SOAR) to be housed at Land O’ Lakes Elementary School.
The primary educational model will be project-based, according to the application. The design will be multiage with curricular priorities on 21st century learning skills, environmental/green projects, service learning and technology initiatives. The proposed school will embrace the growing diversity in today’s classrooms and provide opportunities for students of a variety of ages, To CHARTER, Pg. 2A
INSIDE THIS ISSUE Guide offers tips for opening day n Find fishing tips for walleyes, northerns and panfish from George Langley. Pg. 9A
on schools across the state. He also talked to elementary and high school students. See story on Page 3A. —STAFF PHOTO
Existing home sales were up significantly statewide and locally in March, with home sales growing 91% in Oneida County and 21% in Vilas County over the levels of March 2011, according to a report from the Wisconsin REALTORS® Association (WRA). Home prices in March also rose in the two counties compared to March 2011, with Oneida County sales up 16% to $152,500 and Vilas County sales up 15% to $150,000. “We are definitely seeing increased traffic,” said Peggy Johnson-Wiessner, president of the Northwoods Association of Realtors. “Sale were up considerably in March.” Statewide, March home sales increased 25% over the levels of March 2011 and the median prices rose slightly for the first time since the end of 2010, up 0.4% to $123,500 compared to the same month last year. “We certainly had a mild winter, and that may account
for some of the strength in home sales last month, but it’s important to note that we’ve seen very strong growth in home sales over the last nine months,” said Rob Keefe, chairman of the WRA board of directors. Oneida County reported its sales of existing homes increased from 23 during March last year to 44 this year. Vilas County increased from 24 to 29 sales. The median price for March sales increased from $131,500 to $152,500 in Oneida County during March and in Vilas County the median price went from $130,500 to $150,000. Johnson-Wiessner said she expects the median prices will continue to increase as the huge number of existing properties sell. Many of the available properties were foreclosures, which brought prices down. “As we whittle down those properties on the market, the To SALES, Pg. 2A
Recall primaries set next Tuesday ___________ BY ANTHONY DREW NEWS-REVIEW ASST. EDITOR
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Although public protests throughout the state have largely eased up, opposition to Gov. Scott Walker’s policies haven’t, as three Democratic candidates will vie for the chance to take his seat in a recall primary election next Tuesday, May 8. Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett, former Dane County Executive Kathleen Falk and Secretary of State Doug La Follette will contend for the Democratic nomination before the recall election slated for Tuesday, June 5. Also on the ballot for the Democratic primary will be candidates Gladys R. Huber and Kathleen Vinehout. Running for the office of lieutenant governor will be Isaac Weix, Mahlon Mitchell and Ira Robins. On the Republican side of the primary ballot will be gubernatorial candidates Walker and Arthur KohlRiggs. According to recent polls, Barrett is leading the charge ahead of both Falk and La Follette. However, a laborbacked group announced last week plans to buy $1 million
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in pro-Falk advertising. Walker’s “budget repair bill” became the focus of statewide protests beginning in February 2011, when it was discovered his proposal would strip nearly all collective bargaining rights from most public workers. The governor and his Republican supporters argued the bill helped balance a state budget that faced a $136.7 million shortfall. Efforts to collect enough signatures to force a recall election for Walker and Lt. Gov. Rebecca Kleefisch began later that year, as Wisconsin law made the pair eligible for
removal Jan. 3, 2012. Last week, the Wisconsin Court of Appeals ruled that the state’s new voter identification law will remain suspended through the May primary and June gubernatorial recall elections. The new law, which would require citizens to show photo identification at the polls in order to vote, was passed by Walker and Republican supporters last year and subsequently blocked by Dane County Circuit Judge Richard Niess. Following is a brief biographical sketch of each Democratic candidate in the
upcoming primary election: Barrett has been the Democratic mayor of Milwaukee since 2004. He lost a bid for governor to Walker in November 2010. He previously held a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives for Wisconsin’s 5th Congressional District from 1993 to 2003. Barrett’s political profession started in the state Assembly in 1984, then in the state Senate from 1989 to 1993. Job creation, fighting for education, making communities safer and protecting the environment are the foremost issues facing Wisconsin, according to Barrett. Unions and associations supporting Barrett include Wisconsin Professional Police Association, Iron Workers District Council of North Central States, Operating Engineers Local 317 and Transit Workers — Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998. He’s also been endorsed by state Sen. Jim Holperin, U.S. Sen. Herb Kohl, along with Rep. Gwen Moore and state Sen. Jon Erpenbach. Falk was elected Dane To RECALL, Pg. 7A
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VILAS COUNTY NEWS-REVIEW/THE THREE LAKES NEWS
WEATHER CORNER
NEWS
Note: Precipitation amounts are recorded at 8 a.m. for the previous 24 hours.
LAST SEVEN DAYS Hi Wed., April 25............54 Thurs., April 26..........43 Fri., April 27...............47 Sat., April 28 .............43 Sun., April 29 ............65 Mon., April 30............53 Tues., May 1 ..............68
Lo 35 31 20 31 27 27 33
Prec. None .31R None None None .17R None
ONE YEAR AGO Hi Mon., April 25............62 Tues., April 26 ...........47 Wed., April 27............46 Thurs., April 28..........40 Fri., April 29...............58 Sat., April 30 .............52 Sun., May 1 ...............40
Lo 22 33 30 31 23 22 32
Prec. None None .55R .06R .11R None .14R
LAST YEAR
The average daily high at this time last year for the next seven days was 60, while the average overnight low was 29. There was a trace of snow on one day.
COMPARISON
Days precipitation recorded since April 1, 2012, 11 days; 2011, 13 days. Average high of past 30 days, 2012, 54; 2011, 47. Average low of past 30 days, 2012, 29; 2011, 26.
FOREST CONDITIONS
Dry conditions continue across the North Woods, though rain is in the forecast several days this week. DNR officials say caution should be used for all outdoor debris burning.
STREAMS AND LAKES
Lakes will see increased activity this weekend with the opening of the general game fishing season is Wisconsin as anglers purse walleyes, northerns and panfish.
OUTLOOK
Wednesday there will be thunderstorms, some strong, with a high of 76 and a low of 55. Thursday expect scattered strong afternoon storms, with a high of 75 and a low of 58. Friday there is a slight chance of thunderstorms, with a high of 68 and a low of 56. The forecast for Saturday is partly sunny with a stray shower, with a high of 66 and low of 50. The outlook for Sunday is partly cloudy and cooler, with a high of 61 and a low of 44.
(PORTIONS OF THE WEATHER CORNER ARE THROUGH THE COURTESY OF KEVIN BREWSTER, EAGLE RIVER and NEWSWATCH 12 METEOROLOGIST.)
Charter: abilities, intelligences, life experiences and cultural and ethnic backgrounds to make unique contributions, showcase their skills and be seen as leaders and experts. The new charter school will be designed for grades five to seven and eventually to grade eight. Enrollment goals for year one is to reach 45 students; year two 60 students; and years three to five to reach 68 students and maintain that level. Learning environment The learning environment of the charter school will be completely different from traditional schools in that flexibility from board policies and state statutes are essential for success. SOAR will have a separate governance board that will have control over charter school policies, procedures, personnel, instructional programs and budget. The goal is to create a learning environment that is innovative and eliminates barriers to learning found in traditional classrooms. The charter school will not follow the regular school calendar. There will be a summer project component with instruc-
FROM PAGE 1A tional summer check-in days. Partnerships have been offered by Conserve School and Land O’ Lakes Public Library. The charter school will adhere to a four-day face-toface school week with the fifth day being flexible for blended learning, project learning, field work and other student-directed learning activities. The rigorous standardbased curriculum will be significantly different from traditional schools in the district. It will utilize a studentdriven project-based curriculum and the classroom will incorporate the community and natural environments into learning laboratories. The multiple-age structure will promote students to advance at their own pace and not be bound by barriers to only progress at the pace of their peers. Students can go beyond the expectations and develop more in-depth knowledge. The application says that year one, 2012-’13, will be a planning year with implementation in year 2013-’14. Details on the grant application are available on the district website.
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Sales: median price of homes rising FROM PAGE 1A
Fire destroys mobile home The Eagle River Fire Department was able to quickly extinguish a mobile home fire at 4251 Spruce Lane, Lot 42, in the town of Lincoln Saturday, according to the Vilas County Sheriff’s Department. The house was a complete loss. Vilas County 911 received a call at 9:55 a.m. reporting
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prices will continue to go up,” said Johnson-Wiessner. “The warmer weather in March improved interest and definitely gave us a shot in the arm. We’re hoping the trend continues.” Year-to-date sales in Vilas County have jumped 29.7% from after three months last year to 83 this year. Oneida County increased 16% from 74 to 86. The year-to-date median price increased 13.5% in Oneida County, from $113,250 last year to $128,500 in 2012. Vilas County’s median price has increased 2.4% from $145,500 last year to $149,000 this year. All regions up Keefe pointed out that all regions of the state were up in March, and most saw growth in the range of 24% to 33%. The north region, which includes Vilas and Oneida counties, saw sales increase 20.8% from 323 in March 2011 to 413 in March 2012. The northeast and the central regions grew at approximately 32% over the period, whereas two other regions — south central and southeast — were up 25.93% and 24.3%, respectively, over the period. Finally, the west region was up 8% in March 2012 relative to March 2011. “These are the strongest signals we have seen in some time going into the spring selling season,” said Keefe, who noted that the combination of low rates and modest improvements in the job market should support continued growth in sales. The WRA said an improving state jobs market is helping home sales. Since December, the state has added nearly 18,000 nonfarm private jobs even as government employment fell by 3,400 based on seasonally adjusted estimates.
“It’s encouraging to see job growth in the state, especially in relatively high-paying sectors,” said Michael Theo, WRA president and CEO, who noted that the manufacturing sector added 4,300 jobs, and construction-sector employment was up 6,500 workers over the period. “It’s also good to see some slight improvement in home prices as inventories continue to be sold,” said Theo. After peaking at just less than 72,000 unsold homes in July 2011, the state has averaged 52,758 unsold homes over the first three months of this year. “Putting a dent in the stock of unsold homes is key to home price appreciation, and we saw median prices grow in
four of the six regions statewide,” said Theo. Prices on rise The strongest appreciation in median prices was in the north region, where median prices rose 10.5% — from $95,000 in March 2011 to $105,000 in March 2012. Theo cautioned that some of this change in the median price may be due to a change in the mix of homes sold, for example, from lower-cost vacation properties to more highend properties. Also strong was the central region where median prices rose 6.7% over the period. The northeast and west regions were also up in March in the range of 3.5% to 3.7% and the
southeast and south central parts of the state had slight reductions in median prices, down 3.1% and 2.3%, respectively. The Wisconsin Housing Affordability Index, which measures the percentage of a median-priced home that a buyer with the median family income can afford, was at 260 for March. This is down from a revised 280 in February. While housing remains very affordable in the state, there are clear indications that the market has been strengthening. “With low housing prices and historically low interest rates, this is an excellent time for those who have been considering a house to make the jump to ownership,” said Theo.
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NEWS Richie named finalist for Mukwonago job ___________ BY KEN ANDERSON NEWS CORRESPONDENT
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Northland Pines District Administrator Mike Richie (center) talked to guests and the media during a press conference with
Gov. Scott Walker (left) last Tuesday. Looking on was school board President Jim Mulleady Jr. —STAFF PHOTO
Gov. Walker visits Northland Pines ___________ BY GARY RIDDERBUSCH NEWS-REVIEW EDITOR
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Gov. Scott Walker visited the Northland Pines School District in Eagle River last Tuesday, announcing that statewide savings for taxpayers from Act 10 reforms have now exceeded $1 billion — including more than $1 million at Northland Pines. “School leaders here in the Northland Pines District used our reforms to make decisions based on the best interest of the students,” said Walker during a press conference in the high school library. “They (district officials) are committed to retaining and recruiting high-quality staff who are passionate about teaching and committed to the educational profession.” The Northland Pines School District saved an estimated $1.2 million as a direct result of Act 10 for the 2011-’12 school year. The district’s tax levy was reduced by $613,596.00, which equates to a 2.84% decrease. “I am extremely proud of all of our employees, school district and community,” said Mike Richie, district administrator for the Northland Pines School District, with school board members at his side. “We are working with all employees, and within Act 10, to find alternative methods to maintain a competitive compensation plan and benefits in order to retain quality staff.” Statewide, the $1 billion in savings was compiled from hundreds of media reports, local budgets and surveys of local government officials throughout the state. Walker said $1 billion saved through the reforms is one of the reasons that property taxes for the median value Wisconsin property taxpayer went down for the first time in more than a decade. Since 1998, property taxes paid by homeowners have risen 43%. This year, property taxes paid by the typical homeowner went down four-tenths of a percent. Without reforms, the
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Gov. Scott Walker toured the Northland Pines High School building trades class house being constructed in partnership with
average homeowner would have paid an additional $700 over the biennium, according to Walker. Walker’s budget reform bill took collective bargaining rights away from most public workers. Richie said items that made a difference in the Pines budget included: — changes to health plan by implementing a high-deductible Health Savings Account and Health Reimbursement Account which has the potential to annually save the district $400,000 while maintaining same level of benefits; and — employees now pay 12% of health insurance premiums (up from 5%), saving the district $169,000/year. “Gov. Walker’s reforms allowed us to implement changes resulting in immediate cost savings to the district,” said Richie. During his visit at Northland Pines, Gov. Walker talked to fourth-grade students who recently visited the State Capitol in Madison, answering their questions about Act 10 and his life as a governor. Students at St. Germain and Land O’ Lakes sat in on the discussion from their
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schools through Skype. In addition, Walker visited the high school building trades class house and learned about the partnership between the school district and CornerStone Custom Builders Inc., to keep the program operating. Some protesters About 20 protesters gathered on Pleasure Island road just outside the entrance to the high school, led by Roberta Retrum of Eagle River, a Democratic candidate for the 34th Assembly District this fall. Retrum, locally known for collecting recall signatures against Gov. Walker at the same intersection in Eagle River over a 60-day period, said it’s time to give better representation to the people of Vilas and Oneida counties. Just over a year ago, Walker announced he was taking collective bargaining rights away from most public workers as part of his budget repair bill. It was then that Retrum joined the recall effort. “I wasn't doing it (collecting signatures) for me," said Retrum. “I did it for everyone who wanted a chance to sign it. I don't want this
state destroyed.” During that budget repair bill debate, state Sen. Jim Holperin (D-Conover) and 13 other senators left the state and spent time in Illinois to delay the vote on Walker’s bill. Holperin issued this statement on Walker’s visit to Northland Pines. “As Gov. Walker travels around the state reminding taxpayers that his policies have saved over a billion dollars, taxpayers also need to be reminded that teachers and other public employees have willingly accepted pay and benefit cuts in order to make those savings possible,” said Holperin. “It is unfortunate that we haven’t seen the governor thank or even acknowledge teachers and other public workers for their sacrifice,” said Holperin. “Rather, his elimination of their rights to have an equal voice in school and workplace decision-making has divided communities, families and neighbors, and makes the governor’s appearance at schools like Northland Pines seem ironic and hypocritical to these hardworking and dedicated employees and their families.”
another administrator. “The board has had a conversation if he does leave and in the short term we’re not going to jump right into seeking another person,” said Mulleady. “We could have an interim administrator for a while through the Wisconsin Association of School Boards. We would go slow and have a deliberate process.” Richie has been a finalist for several other administrator positions, including at Wausau. Teacher layoffs Two Northland Pines School District teachers were affected by layoffs, according to Richie. Rebecca Powell who was half-time prekindergarten at Land O’ Lakes Elementary School will not be renewed due to an anticipated reduction in students. “We had success with preK this year with 106 enrolled, but we anticipate a reduction the next school year and will not need the half-time position,” Richie said. Reduced to half-time was high school Spanish teacher Jennifer Weber, again due to lower numbers of students taking the course. Richie said there also will be some changes in the food service staff, noting only the food service manager was not a district employee. Richie said with Act 10, the school board could now make a change to contracts and starting Aug. 1, all food service employees will be employed by Taher Food Service, who is the vendor. This will affect 12 part-time and two full-time positions. Richie said he did not have a figure on what the cost savings to the district would be. The board also accepted the resignation of first- and second-grade teacher Sue Chrisinger and thanked her for 32 years of service to the school district.
Northland Pines sets mock crash May 11 Northland Pines High School, along with area emergency agencies, will conduct a mock car crash starting at 12:45 p.m. Friday, May 11. The exercise will be coordinated by the Vilas County Highway Safety Committee and the Traffic Safety Student Group from the high school. “It’s been three years since we presented a mock crash for the students, so we felt it was a good opportunity for our students — prior to graduation — to witness this type of exercise,” said Kate Goodmann, committee member and student advisor. The crash site will be located on Pleasure Island Road at the south entrance of the parking lot in front of the high school. The south entrance of Pleasure Island Road will be closed starting at 10 a.m. to prepare the mock accident scene. Goodmann said the fatal crash scenario will involve students attending a sports event at the high school after drinking at a friend’s house, driving while intoxicated and using cell phones while oper-
ating a vehicle. Because of the severity of the accident, a Flight For Life helicopter will be requested at the scene. Agencies involved in the program will include Ministry-Eagle River Memorial Hospital and ambulance service, Ministry Spirit Transportation Services helicopter out of Rhinelander, the Eagle River Area Fire Department, Wisconsin State Patrol, Vilas County Sheriff’s Department, Vilas County Highway Department, the Vilas County coroner, Gaffney-Busha Funeral Home and several area emergency medical technician responders. Following the crash exercise, Dr. Rick Broadhead, Ministry’s director of emergency services, will present a followup discussion for the students and staff in the high school auditorium.
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Northland Pines District Administrator Mike Richie informed the school board last week he was one of three finalists for the position of superintendent in the Mukwonago Area School District in southeastern Wisconsin. When board President Jim Mulleady was asked about the possibility of Richie leaving, he supported Richie and indicated this was common among school administrators. “He has done a tremendous job for this district,” Mulleady said. “He has accomplished several of the things he wanted to accomplish.” Among those were reversing the outgoing students under open enrollment, successfully getting district voters to support funding referendums and stretching those dollars out an extra year, establishing a prekindergarten program and creating a charter school in the district should a recent startup application be approved. “In my experience going to meetings of superintendents, they say it’s common for administrators to move around,” Mulleady said. “Many will stay at one location for about five years and Richie has been here seven years. I personally would hate to see him go.” Board member Holly McCormack echoed those thoughts, saying she “would love to see him stay since he’s doing a great job.” Board member Mike Jovanovic also would like to see Richie remain at Northland Pines. “He’s done a great job and he’s been up front with the board and fair,” said Jovanovic. “I think he is the kind of person who always needs to be challenged and maybe those challenges are now somewhere else.” Should Richie move on, Mulleady indicated the board would “go slow” in seeking
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John J. ‘Jack’ Bohnen John J. “Jack” Bohnen, age 76, of St. Germain, Wis., died peacefully at his home on Sunday, April 29, 2012. He was born on Aug. 18, 1935, in Evanston, Ill., the son of John and Julia (King) Bohnen. He graduated from New Trier East High School in 1953. Jack worked for Mystik Tape (Borden Chemical) in Northfield, Ill., as a department manager for 23 years. He served in the U.S. Army from 1958-1960. On July 8, 1961, he was married to Mary Andersen in Green Bay, Wis., and they moved to St. Germain in 1976. Jack was Scoutmaster in Des Plaines, Ill., Troop 160, for six years and in St. Germain for three years. He was employed as resort manager and did maintenance at Deer Run Resort in St. Germain, and worked as a
muskie fishing guide. His hobbies included model railroading, visiting the casino, fishing and making skunk-tail muskie baits. Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Mary; sons, David (Jodi) and Paul (Julie) Bohnen; and daughter, Karen (Mark) Cropsey, all of St. Germain; grandchildren, Zachary and Emily Cropsey; and Alison, Carly, Jonathan, Elizabeth and Nicholas Bohnen. He was preceded in death by his parents. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, May 4, 2012, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Sayner, Wis. Father Michael Hayden will preside. Burial will follow in St. Germain Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or St. Mary Catholic Church. Gaffney-Busha Funeral Home is serving the family. PAID OBITUARY
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avid Chicago Cubs fan, his hobbies also included fishing and woodworking. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Edward “Bud”; and three sisters, Eleanor (Edward) Studer, Gertrude (Robert) White and Lorraine (Walter) Purdy. Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Joann (nee DeBenedetti); five sons, Richard Jr., Joseph, John (Janet), Carl (Susan) and James (Viviana); two daughters, Susan (Ken) Cannella and Ann Egdorf Stuart; a brother, Charles; a sister, Phyllis; a sister-in-law, Elva Egdorf; and 14 grandchildren. A private family service will be held with burial in Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Joliet.
Herbert T. Gudel THREE LAKES — Herbert T. Gudel, formerly of Madison, at age 84, p a s s e d a w a y peacefully GUDEL while at home on April 19, 2012. Herbert was born Dec. 27, 1927, in Monroe, Wis., son of Arnold and Martha (Zaugg) Gudel. Herbert served in the Army during the Korean War from 1951 to 1953, stationed in Fairbanks, Alaska. He graduated from Madison Business College and worked for Pet Milk, Middleton. In 1962, he began work with the city of Madison Water Utility and served 27 years before retiring to his North Woods home in 1998. Herbert enjoyed bowling and bowled many years in league. He made many friends, Ben Woodstock most memorable. They were like brothers. Herbert was an avid muskie fisherman, hunter and outdoorsman. Herbert was a member of many sporting clubs which included Ducks Unlimited (Sponsor), Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (Life Member), White Tails Unlimited (Life Member), and Wisconsin Waterfowl Association (Sponsor).
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F r a n k William Meyer of Three Lakes, Wis., died Thursday, April 19, 2012, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove, Ill. He MEYER was 86. He was born June 16, 1925, in Greenfield, Wis. He was the beloved husband of 66 years to Audrey Meyer (Moran). He had two sons, Kevin (Karen) and James (deceased); three grandchildren, Amy Mayfield (Ryan), Quinn and Logan Meyer; and three great-grandchildren. He also is survived by his brother, Robert Meyer (Shari). He served in the Army during World War II in the European Theater as a heavy-machine gunner, where he was a Prisoner of War and Purple Heart recipient. After the war he and his brother opened an appliance business in Milwaukee. In
1969, he and his family moved to Three Lakes, where he was an owner of a resort and real estate company. He also enjoyed flying, building his first airplane; he was an avid outdoorsman, particularly enjoying walleye fishing on Laurel Lake. Later in life he enjoyed watching the boats and fishermen on the lake. He was active in the community including the Northern Lights Snowmobile Club, opening and grooming many of the trails we ride today. He also served as club president. He was a member of the Three Lakes Lions Club, VFW, Genealogical Society and the Easy Eagles. Services will be held Friday, May 4, at Faith Lutheran Church in Three Lakes at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials for the Three Lakes Parks Commission may be made in Frank’s memory to: M&I Bank, Meyer/Park Memorial Acct., 1784 Superior Street, P.O. Box 850, Three Lakes, WI 54562. PAID OBITUARY
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Herbert had the gift of being able to talk with anyone. He loved his muskie fishing and hunting, sharing many stories with friends and family. He was very patriotic and recently a member of the Three Lakes American Legion. Herbert is survived by his wife, Henrietta; daughter, Cynthia (Gardner); remarkable son-in-law, David Gardner; granddaughter, Ashley Gardner; many nephews, nieces and his brother, Harvey. Herbert’s wishes to forego a visitation and services are honored. He was laid to rest on April 23, 2012, at Roselawn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Madison. Arrangements were made by Gaffney-Busha Funeral Home in Eagle River, Wis. PAID OBITUARY
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Michael C. Hanson Michael C. Hanson of Eagle River died Wednesday, April 25, 2012, at his home of heart failure. He was 53. A native of Glidden, he was born Nov. 16, 1959, in Park Falls, the son of Robert and Gail Hanson. He served in the U.S. Air Force. Mr. Hanson was employed as a house painter and also performed chinking of log homes. His hobbies included hunting and fishing.
when relatives owned the Blue Ribbon Resort located where the Blue Ribbon Bridge on Highway X now crosses the channel between Island and Little Fork lakes. After her husband died in 2007, Char continued to visit every year with her daughter and granddaughter. Char was preceded in death by her parents; her inlaws, Risley B. and Pearl (nee Krueger) McFeely; her aunt, Irene Carns; and her husband. She is survived by her daughter, Paula Wiener (Joseph); her two grandchildren, Elizabeth Alejandro and Kristian Wiener; and one great-granddaughter, Hailey Anne Alejandro. In lieu of flowers, her family requests that you make a donation in her name to either the National Parkinson Foundation or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.
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Richard H. Egdorf Sr. Richard H. Egdorf Sr. of Lockport, Ill., died M o n d a y, April 16, 2012. He was 81. He was born in Joliet, Ill., the EGDORF son of Charles and Elma (nee Klepper) Egdorf. He lived most of his live in Lockport. He served in the U.S. Navy on the USS Palau. After 45 years, he retired from Lindblad Construction Co. Mr. Egdorf vacationed in the North Woods for several years and then bought a summer home in St. Germain. An
Charlene H. McFeely passed away peacefully Sunday, April 29, 2012, in her home from the effects of pulmonary fibrosis. She was 84 years old. The only child of Edward and Charlotte (nee Westlake) Hill, Charlene was born on July 23, 1927. She grew up in Cicero, Ill., and spent her high school years in Dearborn, Mich. After graduating from high school, she began work at the Oak Park National Bank where she met the most important person in her life and her future husband, Risley B. McFeely Jr. They married on April 25, 1953, and had one child, Paula Anne. From the time of her marriage, Char and “Butch” spent every summer vacation in Three Lakes at the family home on Island Lake. The Three Lakes connection started for her husband’s family in the early 1900s,
He was preceded in death by his father. Survivors include his wife, Mary; two sons, Kyle and Kolton; two daughters, Kristin and Amarah; his mother; one brother, Robert (Julieta); and four sisters, Catherine (Douglas) Nimncel; Beth-Ann (Daniel) Standifer and Theresa Hanson. A celebration of his life will be held Saturday, May 5, at 1 p.m. at House of Boo’s in Eagle River.
Joyce Zilis, age 72, a 20year resident of the Eagle River area and formerly of Chicago, Ill., died on Thursday, April 19, 2012, at her home. She was born on July 25, 1939, in Chicago, Ill., to Zeril and Florence Rappaport. Joyce worked as a schoolteacher for 20 years in the Chicago area. She was an avid antique collector and artist. Joyce was preceded in death by her husband, Warren.
She is survived by her cousins, Sheila (Charles) McCaghy of Watersmeet, Mich., and Davida Rappaport of Los Angeles, Calif.; brotherin-law, Weston Zilis of Land O’ Lakes, Wis.; a niece, cousins, other family and many friends.
a two-fish daily bag limit on 159 lakes in the three counties. Most off-reservation Chippewa tribal harvest takes place during the spring spearfishing season, with tribal spearers typically harvesting walleyes from 170 to 180 lakes annually, regardless of the number of lakes initially declared. Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Secretary Cathy Stepp said the department will review tribal harvest following the spring spearfishing season and may revise bag limits upward on lakes lightly speared or not speared. An administrative rule passed by the state Natural Resources Board in 1998 allows the department to adjust initial bag limits to reflect actual spring spearing harvest and projected summer harvests. The current bag limits are effective between May 5, 2012, and March 3, 2013, inclusive. Most years, the adjusted bag limits are announced prior to Memorial Day weekend. Of the 232 lakes declared by the Lac du Flambeau band, 217 will have a daily bag limit of three walleyes for sport anglers, while 14 lakes and chains will have a daily bag limit of two walleyes due to an agreement between the state and tribe. Those lakes are Ballard, Big, Big Muskellunge, Island and Star lakes in Vilas County; Clear and Tomahawk lakes, and Rainbow and Willow flowages in Oneida County; Rice River Flowage and Lake Mohawks in Lincoln County; and Butternut and Pike lakes in Price County. Tourism officials note that anglers statewide are allowed to keep five walleyes per day — even if it requires fishing more than one or two lakes with reduced bag limits to harvest five fish. Therefore, the DNR advises anglers to remove all fish from the boat prior to fishing on a second lake that also has a restricted limit. For the second straight year, the 14- to 18-inch protected slot for walleyes on the Three Lakes Chain has been replaced with a no-minimum-length limit, but only one walleye over 14 inches. The rule also increased the daily bag limit from three to five walleyes on the Three Lakes Chain, though bag lim-
A private memorial will be held at a later date. Arrangements by GaffneyBusha Funeral Home in Eagle River, Wis. PAID OBITUARY
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PUBLIC MEETINGS Vilas County Forestry, Recreation & Land Committee — Wednesday, May 2, 8:30 a.m., courthouse. Agenda: Sustainable forestry grant and abandoned railroad grades. Vilas County Finance & Budget Committee — Wednesday, May 2, 1 p.m., courthouse. Agenda: Fire and emergency medical services simulcast project and refinancing update. Oneida County Planning & Zoning — Wednesday, May 2, 1 p.m., Oneida County Courthouse. Agenda: Review revisions to Chapter 9, Section 9 of the Oneida County Zoning and Shoreland Protection Ordinance due to changes in NR 115.
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Vilas County Zoning & Planning — Thursday, May 3, 9 a.m., courthouse. Agenda: NR 115 and solid waste and recycling update. Conover Town Board Meeting — Thursday, May 3, 7 p.m., community center. Agenda: Proposal of disc golf course in the town park. Vilas County Land and Water Conservation Committee — Friday, May 4, 9 a.m., courthouse. Agenda: Recommendations of new county lake district representatives.
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FROM PAGE 1A its must be adjusted on each lake due to tribal spearing. On the Eagle River Chain, the 14- to 18-inch protected slot remains in effect, as does the three-walleye bag limit for the entire chain. Unusual spring DNR fisheries biologist John Kubisiak said the early ice-out means anglers will have to change their tactics this weekend. He noted the ice went out about March 20 and most walleyes have now spawned, though it was a lengthy process due to a cold April. “As far as spring goes, we are about a month early,” he said. Kubisiak said his approach for finding active post-spawn walleyes would be to fish in areas that one would normally fish in midMay, including areas with new weed growth. “Most walleyes are done spawning and have gone through their post-spawn lull and should be back in a feeding mode,” he said. “They should be feeding pretty heavily now and they should be a little more patterned.” Kubisiak expects that conventional early-season walleye methods will work for several weeks, including the popular jig and minnow combination. “Crawlers and leeches usually work a little better in June,” he said. “Anglers may also find a bonus in prespawn crappies, and they should start moving into shallow water depending on the lake.” Anglers are reminded that, while the season opens Saturday for largemouth and smallmouth bass, it is catch and release only in the northern zone through June 16. The northern zone is the area north of highways 77, 64 and 29. In addition, the muskie season doesn’t open until May 26 north of Highway 10. The seasons for crappies, bluegills, perch, bullheads and rough fish are open all year.
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VILAS COUNTY NEWS-REVIEW/THE THREE LAKES NEWS
WEDNESDAY, MAY 2, 2012
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WALKER PROTESTERS — About 20 protesters gathered along Pleasure Island Road near the entrance to Northland Pines High School last Tuesday, where Gov. Scott Walker was holding a press conference with school officials and the media. Walker was at Northland Pines to tout the results of his budget repair bill,
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which saved about $1 million in the Northland Pines School District. Many of the sign-carrying protesters reminded voters of the upcoming recall election against Walker. The Democratic primary is set for Tuesday, May 8, and the general recall election will be held Tuesday, June 5. —STAFF PHOTO
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Man has prison sentence stayed; gets probation, community work A 21-year-old Eagle River man, convicted of multiple burglary, theft and drug charges in Vilas and Oneida counties, was sentenced to eight years in the Wisconsin Prison System in Vilas County Circuit Court last week. Andrew C. Oettinger received three years of confinement and five years of extended supervision, but his sentence was stayed. Vilas County Circuit Judge Neal A. Nielsen III then placed Oettinger on probation for seven years, six months, with conditions. Conditions of Oettinger’s probation include: no contact with victims and their premises; restorative justice if victims wish; no contact with codefendants; maintain fulltime employment; restitution per orders; alcohol and other drug abuse counseling and any treatment deemed necessary. He also must serve 10 months in the Vilas County jail and 200 hours of community service on three of the convictions. His total restitution is $27,103. He will receive credit for eight days served in jail. On charges of receiving stolen property and obstructing an officer Jan. 8, 2011, in the town of Lincoln, Oettinger had his sentence withheld and he was placed on probation for three years to run concurrent with the other probation. According to the complaint, Oettinger was stopped by an officer on Highway 70 East due to having four outstanding warrants. The complaint states Oettinger ran from his vehicle and was taken into custody about 10 minutes later, when officers found him hiding behind a building at 4109 Highway 70 E. Officers found a digital scale with marijuana residue in his pocket, as well as a metal grinder, according to the complaint. They also located a plastic bag with a 15mg morphine tablet and two 800mg Ibuprofen tablets. Officers also found in the back of Oettinger’s truck an air compressor and yellow hose that were reported to be stolen from 2431 Rangeline Road, and copper tubing, building supplies and power tools that were stolen in Three Lakes. The felony burglary charge stems from an incident between Nov. 1 and Dec. 31, 2010, in which Oettinger allegedly took copper pipes for resale from a residence at 3623 Twin Lake Road in Conover. In other felony cases, Lucas A. Johnston-Burnett, 19, of Eagle River, charged with burglary of a building or dwelling, misdemeanor theft, possession with intent to deliver marijuana and felony bail jumping, waived his preliminary hearing and was bound over. After he entered a plea of not guilty, a pretrial conference was set for June 26 at 10 a.m. According to the complaint, Johnston-Burnett is accused
of entering the Eagle River Sports Arena between March 3-4 and is alleged to take about $1,544 in cash, numerous boxes of candy, one of the Zamboni keys, alcoholic beverages and gift cards from arena. When he was arrested at a St. Germain residence, officers found in his makeshift bedroom in the basement a digital scale, plastic sandwich bags with what appeared to be marijuana inside them, and a smoking pipe. Johnston-Burnett also has several other pending cases, including being charged with theft of a snowmobile Feb. 7 from Schilleman’s Bus Service and burglary of The Country Store in Eagle River Sept. 6, 2011. John T. Allen Jr., 18, of Lac du Flambeau, who received 24 months of probation after being convicted of failing to stop/fleeing and possession of marijuana Aug. 1, 2011, was back in Vilas County Circuit Court last week after he was arrested for consuming alcohol and marijuana and obstructing officers, which are violations of his probation. At a sentencing hearing on revocation, Allen was sentence to five months in the Vilas County Jail on the failing-tostop conviction and 90 days in the county jail on the possession conviction, which will run concurrent. He received credit for 89 days served in jail. Douglas W. LaBarge, 32, of Lac du Flambeau, entered a no-contest plea and was found guilty of burglary of the St. Germain Pharmacy Feb. 1. Charges of misdemeanor theft and criminal damage to property were dismissed. A presentence investigation was ordered and sentencing was set for June 22 at 2 p.m. According to the criminal complaint, LaBarge, Dixie Rae-Flynn Allen, 38, and Gait W. Mendez, 26, both of Lac du Flambeau, were involved in the burglary of the pharmacy about 6:38 a.m., using a pry bar and screwdriver to force entry into a door. According to the complaint, they took three large and two small manufacturers bottle of hydrocodone and Seroquel tablets. Ken G. Gramprie, 49, of Arbor Vitae, charged with fifth-offense operating while intoxicated and fifth-offense operating with a prohibited alcohol concentration, had a preliminary hearing set for May 24 at 11:30 a.m. Gramprie was arrested Feb. 25 in Lac du Flambeau. According to the complaint, his blood alcohol concentration was .138. Carmen C. Potts, 32, of Lac du Flambeau, had a preliminary hearing set for May 25, at 10:30 a.m. on a charge of manufacturing or delivery of a prescription drug. According to the complaint, Potts gave another 21-year-old Lac du Flambeau woman, the prescription drug cyclobenzaprine for cramps. When the woman was found uncon-
scious, Potts told authorities the prescription bottle was found empty on the floor and originally contained about 10 tablets. Darin J. Diver, 22, of Lac du Flambeau, entered a no-contest plea and was found guilty of attempting to flee a traffic officer and obstructing an officer. A deferred entry of judgment was approved and he received probation for 12 months. Conditions of the probation include: alcohol and other drug-abuse assessment and follow-through; not to possess or consume intoxicants; no taverns; 40 hours of community service; letters of apology to the victims; and 10 days in the Vilas County Jail with work-release privileges. He must report by June 1. Diver was arrested Sept. 12, 2011, in Lac du Flambeau after radar showed he was traveling 79 mph in a 55 mph zone on Highway 47. A deputy pursued Diver at 100 to 120 mph and said he was not closing in on Diver’s vehicle. He turned onto East Fence Lake Road and was ultimately arrested at the intersection of East Fence Lake Road and Highway F after his pursuit speed hit 100 mph on East Fence Lake Road. Joseph P. Paznonski Jr. 49, of Three Lakes, charged with seven counts of failure to pay child support, had a pretrial conference set for May 29 at 9:45 a.m. According to the complaint, Paznonski has failed to provide child support totaling $5,611. Craig J. Reicher, 57, of Eagle River, charged with attempting to flee or elude a traffic officer, possession of drug paraphernalia, secondoffense operating a snowmobile while intoxicated and operating a snowmobile with a blood-alcohol concentration of .08% or more, waived his preliminary hearing. He was bound over for arraignment and entered a not-guilty plea. A pretrial conference was set for May 22 at 9:45 a.m. Reicher was arrested Jan. 24 at the Days Inn in Eagle River after he allegedly drove his snowmobile behind the motel to elude law enforcement officers while traveling between his home to a tavern. Benjamin J. Rizzo, 25, of St. Germain, entered a plea of no contest and was found guilty of theft of a snowmobile Feb. 13, 2011, in the town of Plum Lake. Charges of misdemeanor theft and two charges of operating a motor vehicle without the owner’s consent were dismissed but will be read in for restitution. A presentence investigation was ordered and sentencing was set for July 2 at 1:30 p.m. Rizzo was found guilty of taking a snowmobile from the parking lot at the Sayner Pub. James R. Stenberg, 26, of Lac du Flambeau, charged with manufacturing or delivery of a prescription drug, entered a plea of not guilty and a pretrial conference was
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set for May 29 at 10:30 a.m. Stenberg is alleged to have sold one oxycodone tablet for $40 in a controlled purchase Jan. 20 in Lac du Flambeau. Joey W. Wildcat, 40, of Lac du Flambeau, charged with delivery of Schedule I, II or III non-narcotic drugs and delivery of a schedule I or II narcotic drug, entered a not-guilty plea and a pretrial conference was set for May 22 at 11:45 a.m. Wildcat is alleged to have sold three hydrocodone tablets for $40 and two oxycodone tablets for $140 in a controlled purchase Jan. 18 in Lac du Flambeau. Jason L. Komer, 32, of Schofield, charged with stalking, disorderly conduct and violating a restraining order, entered a not-guilty plea. A pretrial conference will be scheduled. Komer is alleged to have texted his ex-wife and parked next to her and stared at her Feb. 6, 2012, in Eagle River. According to the complaint, Komer, who was then living in Rhinelander, was served a temporary restraining order and stalking letter Sept. 9, 2011. Timothy L. Mann, 44, of Lac du Flambeau, charged with second-degree sexual assault and second-degree sexual assault of an unconscious victim, appeared in the district attorney’s office for pretrial conference. A jury trial is set for May 16 at 8:30 a.m. Mann is alleged to have sexually assaulted a 16-yearold girl at his residence in Lac du Flambeau Sept. 15, 2011. Paige R. Poupart, 23, of Lac du Flambeau, charged with physical abuse of a child and misdemeanor battery following an incident in Lac du Flambeau April 3, 2011, faces a new charge of substantial battery March 29 in Lac du Flambeau. She entered a plea of not guilty and a pretrial conference was set for May 29 at 11:30 a.m. Her $500 cash bond was continued with the conditions of no intoxicants and no taverns. James J. Callas, 52, of Lac du Flambeau, charged with manufacturing or delivery of a prescription drug, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of marijuana, possession of cocaine and misdemeanor bail jumping, entered a plea of not guilty and a pretrial conference was set for May 29 at 11:45 a.m. Quentin C. Negani, 20, of Lac du Flambeau, charged with burglary of a building or dwelling and misdemeanor theft Jan. 10 in Lac du Flambeau, entered a plea of no contest and a pretrial conference was set for May 8 at 1:45 p.m. Shasta Star Klingman, charged with substantial battery of another woman Dec. 5, 2010, in a Land O’ Lakes bar had a jury trial adjourned from April 26 to May 23 because the lead officer in the case had a death in the family and was unavailable for the trial.
Vilas County Sheriff A total of 329 complaints were entered by Vilas County Sheriff ’s Department dispatchers last week. In addition to those with sufficient detail to report below, a review shows at least eight vehicle accidents, one abandoned vehicle, four requests for agency assistance, one ambulance request, four reports of animal problems, three attempts to locate, one battery, one burglary, seven burglar alarms, 14 requests for citizen assistance, two reports of criminal damage to property, one disorderly conduct, nine disturbances, one report of found property, three reports of fraud, five reports of hazardous conditions, two juvenile problems/runaways, one report of lost property, four reports of suspicious circumstances, nine thefts, one report of a threat, 10 traffic violations, two vacation checks, one weapons offense, six welfare checks, nine 911 hang-ups, four reports of drug problems and three utility problems. At least 33 calls were referred to the Eagle River Police Department and there were at least 24 informational or procedural entries. In the past week, at least 24 people were booked at the Vilas County Jail, including five for operating while intoxicated, two for operating after revocation, one for forgery, three for resisting arrest or obstructing an officer, one for burglary, two for failure to appear, one for bail jumping, four for trespassing, one for theft, one for disorderly conduct and one for possession of THC. During the week, the inmate population ranged from 58 to 64. As of April 30, there were 61 inmates. Thursday, April 26 - 10:05 p.m. - A one-vehicle
accident was reported in Land O’ Lakes on West Forest Lake Road near Highway B involving Cynthia L. Hammersmith of Land O’ Lakes. Hammersmith was cited for operating under the influence. Thursday, April 26 - 8:24 a.m. - A two-vehicle collision was reported at the intersection of Witches Lake Road and Buckhorn Road in Arbor Vitae involving Karen E. Broderick of Arbor Vitae and Michael J. Fashingbauer of Minocqua. Sunday, April 29 - 10:27 p.m. - A vehicle-deer accident was reported in Winchester on Highway W near Keppler Road involving Debra M. Make of Ramsay, Mich. Eagle River Police Among the calls received by Vilas County dispatchers were at least 39 calls for the Eagle River Police Department. These included one abandoned vehicle, one vehicle accident, one request for agency assistance, two requests for an ambulance, eight animal problems, three requests for citizen assistance, one report of criminal damage to property, four disturbances, two reports of found property, one complaint of fraud, one harassment complaint, one informational report, one lifeline alarm, one parking problem, one request to remove a subject, one report of theft, one threat, two reports of hazardous conditions, two traffic violations and one utility problem. Three Lakes Police This department reported one 911 hang-up, three animal problems, one request for agency assistance, one report of burglary, one disturbance, three hazards, one mental commitment, one report of operating while intoxicated and one traffic stop.
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Peacemaking Programs Many Ways of Peace 217 S. Main St., downtown Eagle River Saturday, May 5, 4-7 p.m., “Many Ways of Peace 350.org Global Climate Impacts Day: Connect the Dots,” 4-6 p.m., Planting in the Seed to Seed Gardens; 6 p.m., Local Foods Supper; Plant a Tree: Take home a containerized tree seedling compliments of Northwoods Alliance. Saturday, May 5, 7-9 p.m., Special Climate Action Day Peace Java Jam, and Open Mic, bring your songs, stories and poems about weather, climate and the environment. Performers of all ages are welcome.
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Mondays, 9-10 a.m., Walking Meditation. Peace is every step. Follow Thich Nhat Hanh’s program for turning the endless path to joy. Upper level at Many Ways of Peace. MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THE 2ND ANNUAL MANY WAYS OF PEACE FESTIVAL! Saturday, July 14, 9 a.m-3 p.m. Speakers, music, food, art, children’s tent. Music by singer-songwriter Jason Moon, Frogwater and local musicians. See www.manywaysofpeace.org for updates!
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 2, 2012
VILAS COUNTY NEWS-REVIEW/THE THREE LAKES NEWS
NEWS Battle of bands begins Thursday for Mudfest Eagle River Mudfest, a four-day event featuring music, movies and mud, will begin Thursday, May 17, and continue through Sunday, May 20; and prior to the event, bands will have the ability to compete for the opening spot on the monstrous Mudfest stage. Eagle Waters Resort will host the first of two battles Thursday, May 3, at 7 p.m. Weather permitting, the competition will be held outside. Another competition will be held next week, and the winner of each session will move to the finals May 17 where they will compete with
regional and other winners. Bands throughout the Midwest and online at TopBlip.com have the ability to compete in the competition. The winning band will win a $25,000 studio recording session with industry producers that have worked with Beyonce, Smashing Pumpkins, Nirvana, Nine Inch Nails and other groups. The event is sponsored by Eagle Waters Resort, Wild Eagle Lodge, Madison Media Institute, WJFW TV-12, Full Compass, Clearwing Entertainment, Sony Films, Monster Energy and Leinenkugel Beer.
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Buying Copper, Brass, Aluminum & Aluminum Cans 50TH DERBY TALK — Key people involved in the World Championship Snowmobile Derby during the past 50 years gathered for an organizational meeting to discuss plans for the 50th anniversary event Jan. 11-20, 2013. They included Russ Davis, Jake Alward, Dick Decker, Ralph Rothenbach and Tom Doyle. Fans
and volunteers of the Derby are invited to submit their stories and memories of the Derby to be published in a special collectors’ program. They can be emailed to snowpros@derbytrack.com. Articles submitted by June 1 will be eligible for Derby tickets and other prizes. —STAFF PHOTO
Townline boat landing to be closed June 1-29 Although the Townline boat landing in Three Lakes will remain open for the fishing opener May 5 through Memorial Day weekend, reconstruction of the landing will require its closure from June 1. The landing will reopen prior to the Fourth of July holiday providing there are no delays. Wrap-up construction will occur in early July and is not expected to affect boater access for more than a day or two, according to town officials. This project is a joint effort between the town of Three Lakes, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), the Three Lakes Fish & Wildlife Improvement Association and Wisconsin Valley Improvement Co. (WVIC). Jim Bollmann and MSA Professional Services assisted the town of Three Lakes in preparing successful grant applications for a DNR Recreational Boating Facilities (RBF) award for $70,000 and a Sport Fish Restoration (SFR) grant in the amount of $77,787. WVIC of Wausau, operator of the Burnt Rollways Reservoir/Three Lakes Chain, provided an additional $39,500 grant for the project. Signs will be posted north of town at the corner of Highway 45 and Maple Lake Dam Road advising boaters and anglers that the landing facility will be closed during the period of construction. At various times during the reconstruction, it is also anticipated that Turtle Run Road, the dead-end road leading to the landing, will be barricaded. Only local traffic will be allowed to the homes located beyond the landing. Construction was originally scheduled for the 2011 season, after the town received the RBF grant in late 2010. However, in early 2011, the town learned it was eligible to pursue additional grant funding through the DNR’s SFR program, administered by the Wisconsin Waterways Commission. Whether or not the town was ultimately successful with the award, submitting the application meant a oneyear delay in the onset of construction. In the end, the Three Lakes Town Board of Supervisors judged the delay worth the wait if the town should be successful with the addition-
al funding. On Sept. 2, 2011, the town was notified it had received the SFR grant. Because of these funds, it’s anticipated that no local taxpayer dollars will be needed for the nearly $180,000 project cost. Reconstruction activities will include a new concrete launch ramp, new asphalt pavement with expanded parking, new access pier, reconstruction of the existing pier, new sidewalks, rest room improvements and landscaping between the parking area and homes on Turtle Run Road. Construction work was awarded to Janke General Contractors of Athens. MSA Professional Services of Rhinelander provided the design engineering and plan, and will handle the construction oversight and management on behalf of the town.
The landing on Townline Lake is the most-used launch facility in the town of Three Lakes, according to town officials. In anticipation of proceeding with the reconstruction, the Three Lakes Town Board of Supervisors authorized asphalt resurfacing of Turtle Run Road two years ago. The landing project has been a frequent agenda item for the board over the past two years, most recently to review the construction schedule with the expressed goal of creating minimum disruption at the landing. Once the current reconstruction is completed, both the approach to the landing and the facility itself will be entirely new and is expected to serve the community and its visitors for the next 20 years, according town officials.
TOWN OF CLOVERLAND NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the public test of the electronic tabulating equipment to be used in the May 8, 2012, Primary Recall Election will be conducted on Thursday, May 3, 2012, at 11:00 a.m. at 2819 E. Hunter Lake Road. Millie Ritzer, Clerk
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NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the official public test of the automatic tabulating equipment to be used in the May 8, 2012, Recall Primary Election in the town of Lincoln will be conducted at the Lincoln Town Hall, 1205 Sundstein Road, Eagle River, WI 54521, at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, May 4, 2012.
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NOTICE OF PARTISAN RECALL PRIMARY FOR THE OFFICES OF GOVERNOR LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR AND SAMPLE BALLOTS May 8, 2012 OFFICE OF THE VILAS COUNTY CLERK TO THE ELECTORS OF VILAS COUNTY: Notice is hereby given of a partisan recall primary to be held in the several wards in Vilas County, on the 8th day of May 2012 at which the statewide officers named below shall be chosen. The names of the candidates for each office to be voted for, whose nominations have been certified to or filed in this office, are given under the title of the office, each in its proper column, together with the questions submitted to a vote, for a referendum, if any, in the sample ballot below. INFORMATION TO ELECTORS Upon entering the polling place, an elector shall give his or her name and address before being permitted to vote. If an elector is not registered to vote, an elector may register to vote at the polling place serving his or her residence if the elector provides proof of residence. Where ballots are distributed to electors, the initials of two inspectors must appear on the ballot. Upon being permitted to vote, the elector shall retire alone to a voting booth and cast his or her ballot except that an elector who is a parent or guardian may be accompanied by the elector’s minor child or minor ward. An election official may inform the elector of the proper manner for casting a vote, but the official may not in any manner advise or indicate a particular voting chioce. WHERE OPTICAL SCAN VOTING SYSTEMS ARE USED Where optical scan voting is used, if a party preference section is provided, the elector may fill in the oval next to the party of his or her choice. The elector shall then fill in the oval next to the name of the candidate for whom he or she intends to vote. The elector may only vote once for each office. To vote for a person whose name does not appear on the ballot, the electtor shall write in the name of the person of his or her choice in the space provided for a write-in vote, and fill in the oval on the write-in line. WHERE TOUCH SCREEN VOTING SYSTEMS ARE USED If a party preference screen is provided, the elector shall select the party of his or her preference by touching the party name or by using the keypad. The elector shall then select the candidate for whom he or she intends to vote by touching the candidate’s name or using the keypad. To vote for a person whose name does not appear on the ballot, the elector shall type in the name of the person of his or her choice in the space provided for a write-in vote. The vote should not be cast in any other manner. If the elector spoils a paper or optical scan ballot, he or she shall return it to an election official who shall issue another ballot in its place, but not more than three ballots shall be issued to any one elector. If the ballot has not been initialed by two inspectors or is defective in any other way, the elector shall return it to the election offiical, who shall issue a proper ballot in its place. The elector may spoil a touch screen ballot at the voting station. Not more than five minutes’ time shall be allowed inside a voting booth or machine. Sample ballots or other materials to assist the elector in casting his or her vote may be taken into the booth and copied. The sample ballot shall not be shown to anyone so as to reveal how the ballot is marked. After an official optical scan ballot is marked, it shall be inserted in the security sleeve so the marks do not show. After casting his or her vote, the elector shall leave the booth, insert the ballot in the voting device and discard the sleeve, or deliver the ballot to an inspector for deposit. The elector shall leave the polling place promptly. After an official Touch Screen ballot is marked, the elector shall leave the polling place promptly. An elector may select an individual to assist in casting his or her vote if the elector declares to the presiding official that he or she is unable to read, has difficulty reading, writing or understanding English or that due to disability is unable to cast his or her ballot. The selected individual rendering assistance may not be the elector’s employer or an agent of that employer or an officer or agent of a labor organization which represents the elector. The following is a sample of the official ballot and a picture of the touch screen:
Shelly Sauvola, Town Clerk
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OFFICIAL RECALL PRIMARY BALLOT FOR PARTISAN OFFICE NOTICE TO ELECTORS: THIS BALLOT MAY BE INVALID UNLESS INITIALED BY 2 ELECTION INSPECTORS. IF CAST AS AN ABSENTEE BALLOT, THE BALLOT MUST BEAR THE INITIALS OF THE MUNICIPAL CLERK OR DEPUTY CLERK.
PRIMARY RECALL ELECTION MAY 8, 2012
To vote for the candidate of your choice, completely darken the oval to the LEFT of the candidate's name like this . To vote for a person whose name does not appear on the ballot, write the person’s name on the line provided and completely darken the oval to the LEFT of the person's name like this .
NOTICE OF POLLING HOURS & LOCATIONS
You may vote for only ONE candidate per office! If you vote for more than ONE candidate per office, NO votes will be counted for that office.
VILAS COUNTY Town of Arbor Vitae Mary Reuland, Clerk
Town Hall
STATEWIDE
10675 Big Arbor Vitae Dr. 715-356-3120
Town of Boulder Junction Lois Smith
Community Center
5386 Park St. (Hwy. M) 715-385-2220
Town of Cloverland Mildred Ritzer, Clerk
Town Hall
5860 Perch Lake Rd. 715-479-2392
Town of Conover James Hedberg, Clerk
Town Hall
4665 Co. Highway K 715-479-8688
Town of Lac du Flambeau Nancy Edwards, Clerk
Town Hall
GOVERNOR (Vote for one) (You may vote only ONCE for the Office of Governor!)
Republican Primary for the Office of Governor
Town Hall
4331 Highway B 715-547-3255
Town of Lincoln Shelly Sauvola, Clerk
Town Hall
1205 Sundstein Rd. 715-479-7000
Town of Manitowish Waters Susan Patterson, Clerk
Town Hall
4 Airport Rd. 715-543-8400
Town of Phelps Marjorie Hiller, Clerk
Fire Hall
Town of Plum Lake Sharon Brooker, Clerk
Town Hall
Town of Presque Isle Lorine Walters, Clerk
Town Hall
Town of St. Germain Thomas Martens, Clerk
Community Center
545 Highway 155 715-542-3813
Town of Washington 17) Michele Sanborn, Clerk
Town Hall
2301 Town Hall Rd. (near Hwy.
Town of Winchester Louise Eifert
Town Hall
10363 Co. Highway W 715-686-2123
City of Eagle River Debbie Brown, Clerk
City Hall
525 E. Maple St. 715-479-8682
Republican
Arthur Kohl-Riggs
Republican
Write-in Democratic Primary for the Office of Governor
Gladys R. Huber
109 Old Abe Rd. 715-588-3358
Town of Land O’ Lakes Flossie Knoth, Clerk
Scott Walker
Democratic
Kathleen Vinehout
Democratic
Doug La Follette
Democratic
Kathleen Falk
Democratic
Tom Barrett
Democratic
Write-in LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR (Vote for one) (You may vote only ONCE for the Office of Lt. Governor!)
Democratic Primary for the Office of Lt. Governor
4499 Town Hall Rd. 715-545-2270
Isaac Weix
Democratic
8755 Lake St. 715-542-4531
Mahlon Mitchell
Democratic
Ira Robins
Democratic
8306 School Loop Rd. (Hwy. B) 715-686-2725
Write-in
OFFICIAL RECALL PRIMARY BALLOT FOR PARTISAN OFFICE May 8, 2012 For Vilas County, WI
Ballot Issued by __________________________ __________________________ (initials of inspectors)
Absentee Elector's Ballot Issued by
715-479-1669
__________________________ (initials of municipal or deputy clerk)
Certification of Elector Assistance I certify that the within ballot was marked by me for an elector, who is authorized under the law to have assistance upon request, and as directed by the elector.
POLLING HOURS AT ALL LOCATIONS ARE: 7:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M.
__________________________ (signature of assisting elector)
ALL POLLING PLACES ARE ACCESSIBLE TO ELDERLY AND DISABLED VOTERS. 929
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/s/ David R. Alleman, Vilas County Clerk
VILAS COUNTY NEWS-REVIEW/THE THREE LAKES NEWS
WEDNESDAY, MAY 2, 2012
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Moustakis nixed for Pines hockey
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The Northland Pines School Board announced it is seeking a new girls high school varsity hockey coach after Al Moustakis announced he will not seek renewal of his contract as head coach. District Administrator Mike Richie released a statement following last Monday’s meeting about the coaching situation. “For the past five years, we have had a division among our high school varsity girls hockey parents and head coach. Also, there was a division between the head coach and the female athletes,” said Richie. “The Northland Pines School District will not be offering a contract to the current head girls hockey coach and will be opening up the position in the near future. Coach Moustakis has indicated that he has no intention of seeking out the position of head coach of the girls hockey program. “The district will be posting the position in the near future for someone who can unite the team and parents and not have the level of conflict that we have had in the past five years. We need to move forward with team unity,” said Richie. “I would like to thank Al Moustakis for his past service and commitment to the girls hockey program.” Richie said there was no question that Moustakis knew hockey and has been successful in his efforts, compiling a 79-51-8 record in six seasons and only one losing season in 2007-’08 when the
BUSNESS EXPO — The 27th annual Business Expo, formerly called the Home and Sport Show, was held at Northland Pines High School in Eagle River last Saturday and Sunday, with about 50 businesses displaying their services and products. Among the expo exhibitors inside and outside the school were Peoples State Bank, Earth Sense Energy Systems and Perry Seamless Gutters. The Business Expo was sponsored by WRJO and WERL radio stations. —STAFF PHOTOS
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team was 8-12. The team’s best season was in 2006-’07 when the Eagles were 17-6 and advanced to the State Hockey Tournament. Moustakis, who also is the Vilas County district attorney, said the Northland Pines girls hockey program has been successful considering the level of competition the team has faced the past six seasons. Many of the teams the Eagles faced were co-op teams comprised of anywhere from two to six schools. “For the past five years I have had the pleasure of coaching an extremely successful girls hockey program here at Northland Pines, but have decided that I will not seek the renewal of my contract,” said Moustakis. “To the assistant coaches who have spent countless hours helping to make this program successful, my sincere thanks and accolades. I valued and appreciated my time as the head coach of the program and wish the program continued success.”
REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS
Concealed carry course to benefit Ultimate Sacrifice USA during May ___________ BY GARY RIDDERBUSCH NEWS-REVIEW EDITOR
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An instructor with the Wisconsin Licensed to Carry course is offering a May special to students, with $25 of the class fee being donated to Ultimate Sacrifice USA Inc. Conover residents Bob and Meg Cankar, founders of Ultimate Sacrifice USA Inc., recognize all military personnel past and present for their selfless service to a grateful nation with their 1941 Chevy pickup truck. “It has became the palette for a heartfelt tribute to all who have valiantly served this country,” said Bob Cankar of the traveling memorial. Dan Tomasoski, certified instructor for Wisconsin Licensed to Carry and owner of Gun Works Precision Shooting in Eagle River, said he will donate $25 of the fee for anyone who pays for his concealed carry class in May. “Even if you can’t take the class in May, but prepay, we will donate $25 to Ultimate Sacrifice,” said Tomasoski. In addition, any veteran who prepays for the course will get $25 off the class fee. Several classes are
Dan Tomasoski, left, and Bob Cankar stand next to the Ultimate Sacrifice USA truck that is
planned in May, including one in Eagle River Saturday, May 5, and another in Land O’ Lakes Tuesday, May 15. Both classes will run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tomasoski said he already has trained 420 people, the second-largest training program in the state. Statewide, more than 100,000 permits have been issued since the concealed carry law took effect Nov. 1, 2011. Cankar was one of Tomasoski’s recent students in a
a tribute to all military personnel past and present. —Contributed Photo
concealed carry class. “Dan does a great job explaining the concealed carry law and is able to answer any questions from the students,” said Cankar. “It’s very informative and highly recommended.” Tomasoski said that more than one-half of his students already have a permit, many through their hunters safety certificate, but learn important things like legal defense in a house and vehicle, as well as avoiding conflict, through his class.
For more information about the Wisconsin Licensed to Carry course, contact Tomasoski at (715) 367-1144 or gwps.me. Ultimate Sacrifice USA will be on display at the Memorial Day ceremony in Eagle River May 28. The vehicle also can be seen in the Fourth of July parade and at the Vietnam traveling wall this July in Eagle River. The Cankars can be reached at (715) 547-0015 or ultimatesacrificeusa.org for more information.
Recall: Barrett, Falk are leading Democratic candidates FROM PAGE 1A County’s first woman county executive in 1997, and was reelected to the position three times, serving until 2011. She was the Democratic nominee for the office of Attorney General of Wisconsin in 2006 and was an Assistant attorney general and public intervenor in the Wisconsin Department of Justice from 1983 to 1997. Falk attended UW-Waukesha for two years. She later earned a bachelor’s degree in philosophy from Stanford University in 1973 and a law
degree from the University of Wisconsin Law School in 1976. Issues cited by Falk as important for the state include the student loan debt crisis, ethics and transparency in government, healthcare access and job creation. Aside from earning endorsements from 10 different organized labor unions, some of the individuals supporting Falk include former Secretary of State Vel Phillips, Rep. Brett Hulsey of Madison, Rep. Sondy PopeRoberts of Middleton and former Rhinelander Mayor
Mary Kinnunen. La Follette first made a run for office in 1970 in the Democratic primary bid to represent Wisconsin in Congress. He served one term as a state senator from 1972-’74 for Kenosha. La Follette was later elected secretary of State and has been re-elected every four years for the past 30 years. During his time as state senator, he created legislation which provided family planning care to women for the first time in Wisconsin’s history. La Follette started Wisconsin’s Environmental
Decade, now called Clean Wisconsin. He also was appointed by President Jimmy Carter as the assistant director to the Mid-American Solar Energy Complex. Earning his doctorate in organic chemistry from Columbia University, La Follette went on to teach as an assistant professor at UWParkside. The most important issues facing the state, according to La Follette, are worker’s rights, the environment, the need to invest in local economies and decentralizing political power in Wisconsin.
The real estate transactions listed below are being published at the request of many of our readers. The information is public record and reflects an index of each week’s transactions. Property transactions exceeding $10,000 recorded at the Vilas County Courthouse the past week and the transfer fee: April 24, 2012 Headwaters State Bank to Ian L. Pyne and wife and Kelly A. Grady-Pyne and husband, prt SE SW in 3443-9, $165 April 25, 2012 Linda L. Bender to Kenneth D. VanZeeland and wife, prt SE SE in 36-42-9, $60 James T. Carey Jr. and wife to Mary E. Consoer, prt NE SW in 36-40-10, gov lot 6, $777 Mohamad H. Mani to TG & SR Jackson Revocable Trust, prt NE SW in 16-40-8, gov lot 2, outlot 4 of plat 365 in Wagner’s Ridge outlots, $285 April 26, 2012 Creative Furniture Group LLC to Kenneth E. Wnuk and wife, lots 17 and 18 of
block 1 of plat 275 in Rockwood Estates North Div #1, $628.50 Hannah J. Becker to Joseph L. VanCaster, prt NE NW in 22-41-10, $225 Michael J. Hayman et al and David A. Theuerkauf et al to DVM Ventures Inc., prt SE SW in 14-42-5, gov lot 8, prt NE SE, prt NW SE in 3140-10, $856.50 RN & S Robinson Revocable Trust to Michael J. Tomko and wife, prt NW SW in 2141-10, $363 LeRoy M. Passehl to Larry or Mickee Stuckemeyer Trust, lots 314 and 11 of plat 900 in Cranberry Estates Condominium, MIS GSP garage space, $294 Paul M. Aller and wife to Robert B. Hegwood, prt SE NE in 30-40-8, gov lot 1, $885 April 27, 2012 W. Riske Revocable Living Trust to Billie Jo Willems et al and Christopher M. Earley et al, prt NE SE in 4-40-10, $382.50 Tony R. Schellinger to Michael P. Barton and wife, prt NE SE in 28-43-5, $900 Dani Moren to Back Acres LLC, lot 38 of plat 157 in InWood-Tee Estates, $239.70
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VILAS COUNTY NEWS-REVIEW/THE THREE LAKES NEWS
NEWS
Main Street program honors local volunteers
Eagle River Mayor Jeff Hyslop (left) accepts an Earth Day award from Community Program Director for USDA Rural Development Brian Deaner for replacing aged water sew-
er lines under Silver Lake Road and extending new lines west along Highway 70 for failing septic systems and future development. —Photo By Ken Anderson
Eagle River gets grant for water, sewer work ___________ BY KEN ANDERSON NEWS CORRESPONDENT
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The city of Eagle River was awarded funding for a water and sewer improvement project and was selected by U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development as the 2012 Wisconsin Earth Day project. That announcement was made by Brian Deaner, community program director of Rural Development, presenting a $972,000 federal grant and loan to the city last week to upgrade sewer and water lines under Silver Lake Road and extend lines along Highway 70 West. “We needed to replace aged water and sewer that were more than 50 years old and restore Silver Lake Road,” said Mayor Jeff
Hyslop. “”In addition, the extension west will serve an area where septic systems are failing and future development can occur.” The mayor went on to say most residents won’t see the benefit since most of the project will be underground, however, “the car tires won’t be going into potholes on Silver Lake Road.” Hyslop said the city could not have done this project “without help from Rural Development.” A long-term loan of $693,000, a federal grant of $279,000, a grant of $286,000 from the Department of Commerce and a Department of Transportation grant of $168,000 will complete the project. Deaner said this is an investment in clean water, tying it to Earth Day, and he said Eagle River was one of 54 communities
across the country to receive funding. “None of these 54 were connected to a chain of 28 lakes and the natural environment that surrounds you here,” he told the council. “It’s been a team effort and we need to thank the leadership of the mayor, city administrator Joe Laux, and the design work of MSA engineers.” Hyslop added that it “took a lot of hard work among the persons involved to get us to this day.” He specifically recognized Laux, clerk/treasurer Debbie Brown, utility manager Pat Weber, utility office manager John Laszczkowski and Jim Bollmann of MSA Professional Services. Deaner noted the first Earth Day was April 22, 1970, and was established by Wisconsin Sen. Gaylord Nelson.
The Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. (WEDC) recently recognized the best downtown revitalization projects of 2011 at its 22nd annual Wisconsin Main Street awards at the Beloit College campus. The Eagle River Revitalization Program (ERRP) and local artist Mark “Mugsy” DePuydt were awarded Best Downtown Public Improvement Project Beautification for the “Historic Eagle River Mural.” On behalf of the ERRP, the Wisconsin Main Street Program awarded Bryan Pierce for Board Member of the Year. The program also awarded Sue Ingham for Volunteer of the Year. “As all nonprofits know, committed volunteers like Bryan and Sue are like gold,” said ERRP Executive Director John Seward. “We’re proud to honor them, and look forward to cultivating more volunteers with that level of dedication to the program.” Eagle River is one of Wisconsin’s 38 Main Street Communities. Since the ERRP was founded in 1998, it has received four other awards for best downtown project. The ERRP’s mission is to create a vital and attractive destination, to improve the business environment and
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of Washington, Mike Martens of the town of Washington and Jarred Maney of the city of Eagle River. —Contributed Photo
Lake group backs buoy program The Eagle River Chain of Lakes Association (ERCLA) has contributed $1,000 toward maintenance of navigational buoys on the Eagle River Chain of Lakes. There are 89 marked buoys on the Eagle River Chain of Lakes placed in accordance with guidelines from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR). The towns of Washington and Lincoln and the city of Eagle River each contribute $1,400 annually toward this program, which is managed and implemented by the town of Washington. Each buoy costs approximately $95, plus anchors and hardware at about $20. Lights on the buoys cost $224 each. The average life expectancy of a buoy and light is six to eight years, and with the limited funding from the towns and city, there is insufficient money to replace and maintain the buoys. Many of the buoys are in dire need of replacement or repair. The ERCLA has offered to contribute $1,000 on an
annual basis to be used for replacement and maintenance of the buoys. This funding will allow replacement of approximately eight or nine buoys per year, and within the next eight to nine years, all buoys will have been replaced, according to ERCLA spokesperson Carole Linn. “Properly maintained buoys will ensure safer navigation on the Chain for all boaters,” said Linn. These navigational buoys on the chain are authorized by the U.S. Coast Guard and the DNR. They are placed utilizing global positioning system waypoints and should not be moved. “The slow, no-wake buoys are placed in the approximate center of a channel,” said Linn. “The red and green buoys mark the outside edges of channels and are often placed near underwater obstructions.” The entire chain of 28 lakes flows from south to north, reminds Linn. “When navigating upstream, the red buoys will
be on your port, or right side, and the green buoys on your starboard, or left side; reverse for downstream travel,” said Linn. If boaters observe any problem with buoys floating free or lights on the slow, nowake buoys not working, contact the town of Washington foreman Mike Marten at (715) 891-4833 or town of Washington Chairman Jim Spring at 891-1095. Any donations to the buoy maintenance program are welcome and can be made by contacting Linn at (715) 4796873 or Spring.
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enhance the quality of life with the goal of making Eagle River the premier destination point in Wisconsin’s North Woods to live, vacation, dine and shop. Paul Jadin, CEO/secretary of the WEDC, was on hand at the ceremony to recognize the efforts by Main Street volunteers and staff for the historical preservation and downtown economic development efforts of communities across the state. Wisconsin Main Street inducted three more members into its Hall of Fame, including Dave LaFontaine of Marshfield, Cindy Tang of Platteville and Merle Colburn of Algoma. The Hall of Fame identifies individuals for their con-
tributions to their local Main Street programs over a long period of time. Wisconsin Main Street is a community development program through the WEDC targeting Wisconsin’s historical commercial districts. The WEDC provides technical support and training to Wisconsin communities to revitalize their traditional business districts based on historical preservation developed by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Since the Main Street program was started in 1988, 4,262 businesses have been created, 1,476 businesses expanded and 18,764 fulltime jobs created, according to the WEDC.
Grow North board elects officers The Grow North board of directors held a meeting last Friday to elect new officers in an effort to provide leadership in sustaining and promoting economic development and prosperity in the North Woods. Libby Burmaster, president of Nicolet College, will serve as secretary. Phil Albert, retired executive from the Department of Commerce, will serve as vice president. Albert will assume the duties of president in January of 2013. Burmaster and Albert are experienced Grow North board members and are enthusiastic about the progress being made through the efforts of Grow North Regional Economic Development Corp., according to current President Jim Brown.
Municipal employees recently placed boating safety buoys in the Eagle River Chain of Lakes. They included, from left, Rus Obert of the town
Local artist Mark “Mugsy” DePuydt and ERRP Board Member Sy Syvertsen accepted a public improvement project award from the Wiconsin Economic Development Corp. for the “Historic Eagle River Mural.” —Contributed Photo
“The addition of Albert and Burmaster to the Executive Committee of Grow North ensures the leadership of the effort well into the future,” he said. Continuing on the Executive Committee are Pete Otis, retired partner of Wipfli LLP, serving as treasurer, and Bart Lamers, interim CEO of One Prospect Technologies, serving as past president. “With the new officers, our new marketing plan and website, we are very well positioned to have the impact
on our region of Wisconsin that dovetails with the statewide initiative the governor and the Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. have envisioned,” said Joe Hegge, executive director of Grow North. Grow North is the regional economic development corporation that works to improve regional infrastructure, workforce skills and collaboration among and between Vilas, Oneida, Forest, Langlade and Lincoln counties.
BUYING ALUMINUM, COPPER, BRASS, BATTERIES Saturdays noon to 4 p.m. STARTING MAY 5 LOCALLY OWNED. LOOK FOR THE SIGNS!
Bank to host free seminars Citizens Bank of Boulder Junction and Manitowish Waters will present Protecting Your Business: Business Safety & Security For Your Workplace, Assets & Employees Thursday, May 10, from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Manitowish Waters Community Center. This free educational seminar is open to the public, including business owners, managers and employees of any business in the North Woods. Tips and handouts will be given for workplace reference. For more information or to register, call the Manitowish Waters chamber at (715) 543-8488 by Monday, May 7.
Hwy. 45 & Bloom Road
DON SCHARF AUTOMOTIVE Also accepting electronics & computers. Buying your junk car $200 to $300 complete. ***CALL FOR A PRICE QUOTE*** (715) 479-8597
WEDNESDAY, MAY 2, 2012
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OUTDOORS Kentuck: the roller-coaster ride continues IT SEEMS that no matter how hard we humans try to manipulate the environment, there are times when Mother Nature will get her way in the end. Such is the By case with Kentuck Lake Kurt Krueger in eastern Vilas County, which seems destined to be a bass and panfish resource no matter how many walleyes get stocked there. The lake also has a strong muskie population with good natural reproduction, but that fishery seems undaunted by the changing dynamics among the other fish species. You might remember that the Great Lakes Indian Fish and Wildlife Commission (GLIFWC) won permission from the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to restock Kentuck with walleyes a decade ago. The stocking was so incredibly successful that three or four years later, Kentuck was filled with walleyes. By 2008, walleye numbers peaked at 13.9 adults per acre, which meant there were an estimated 13,622 mature walleyes in the 980-acre water body. Steve Gilbert, the DNR’s fish biologist for Vilas County, said the walleye population has crashed to less than one adult fish per acre after five straight years of failed reproduction. Shock and recapture surveys showed walleye numbers had plummeted to just 1.6 adult fish per acre in 2011, and Gilbert expects it will drop even further this year. “We haven’t seen a significant year class of walleyes since 2006, when we shocked 49 young walleyes per mile,” he said.
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“That’s extremely high recruitment. But in 2007, we shocked just two walleyes per mile. The numbers have been zero ever since.” Gilbert said the recovery and crash once again shows the boom and bust potential of Kentuck Lake. The DNR once recorded a population as high as 18 adult walleyes per acre in the 1980s, but reproduction crashed and panfish/bass took over in the 1990s — especially crappies. “Mother Nature is taking over once again on what appears to be a natural panfish/bass fishery,” said Gilbert. “The crappies and panfish are poised to boom.” Without the competition of walleyes, Gilbert expects both the bass and panfish populations will explode as they did in the late 1980s and early 1990s. He said walleye reproduction requires several key conditions to occur, including adequate brood stock, appropriate water temperatures and the right food at the right times during their development from fry to fingerlings. “Walleye fry develop quickly and they need plenty of forage, starting with zooplankton and moving to perch fry as they grow,” said Gilbert. “Without healthy food supplies, there won’t be a strong year class.” I recall writing just a few years ago about the return of Kentuck as a walleye factory, referring to it as an old and trusted friend that made its way back. Little did anyone know the walleye boom would be short-lived, though surely the biologists were skeptical. The scribbler would shed not a
This photo from the early 1990s, taken at the Kentuck Lake boat landing, reminds me of great days on a great
tear if the crappies boomed again, for the last time that occurred produced some of the best fishing I’ve ever experienced. I remember days when you could spend just two or three hours on Kentuck, at midday, and easily catch a limit of 100 crappies for two people. That was back in the days of the 50-panfish limit, and thank God it was that high because, even with that liberal limit, we didn’t dent the crappie population for many years. But we may have kept the population from stunting. I’m guessing that the day will come when the Mole Lake Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and
lake that might return if this natural bass/panfish lake explodes in the future. —Photo By The Author
the tribes resource agency, the GLIFWC, will make another pitch to restock walleyes. Tribal spearers don’t care much for crappies. But if they are going to attempt that, they had better do it before the crappies explode — or those walleye fry will never survive. The last time they stocked walleyes, they picked a time when crappie numbers were low. It’s interesting that the muskie fishery, which began through stocking in the late 1960s, doesn’t seem bothered with any of these fluctuations. Apparently the king of freshwater is happy and healthy as long as there’s some
prey species booming, including suckers. What 30 years of fish trends on Kentuck Lake seems to be showing is that, in the end, this is a lake destined to be a panfish and bass fishery. I’ve got no problem with letting nature do its thing. Over the years, I’ve had some very memorable bass outings on Kentuck with family and friends. Heck, on one morning with a brother-inlaw, we caught and released 54 bass. As I said last week, there’s always room in my schedule for chasing crappies — the king of panfish. Bring ’em on.
Fishing with the Guides By George Langley
Opener finally arrives following early ice-out
Anglers will be out in force this weekend for the opening day of the general fishing season Saturday, May 5. Due to an early ice-
out, anglers may have to adjust their tactics and the location on their favorite lakes. —STAFF PHOTO
Fishing season opens Saturday Anglers may need to adjust tactics, location The early ice-out across Wisconsin lakes and rivers is good news for anglers venturing out for the inland fishing season opener this Saturday, May 5, as most game fish are done spawning or wrapping up and ready to take the bait, state fisheries biologists say. “This has been the most extended spawning season I’ve experienced in nearly 30 years as a fish biologist,” said Terry Margenau, Department of Natural Resources (DNR) fish supervisor. “This year the water temperatures hit 45 degrees and went backward. The result was a greatly protracted spawning period for fish in many lakes. Regardless, I expect that by the season opener, fish will be active and feeding and we’ll see a very good opener.” Due to the early spring, anglers may need to change tactics and the location in the water body they fish. Anglers may even consider adjusting the species they are pursuing. Mike Vogelsang, DNR fisheries supervisor based in Woodruff, agrees that anglers may have to change up tactics and look for fish in a little deeper water and near newly emerging weeds on
opening weekend. “Given that everything is about three weeks ahead, it would not be surprising if crappies are already in spawning mode so they may be an alternative fish to target if the walleye don’t cooperate,” he says. “They will be found in shallow bays with weeds, or in areas of rushes which provide spawning habitat.” When it comes to trout, DNR biologists say lower water levels in the north may make some smaller trout streams harder to fish by concentrating trout in deeper pools and increasing their awareness of angler movement along stream banks. Season dates The hook-and-line game fish season opens May 5 on inland waters for walleye, sauger and northern pike statewide. The largemouth and smallmouth bass southern zone opens May 5, while the northern bass zone opens for catch and release only from May 5 through June 15, with the harvest season opening June 16. Statewide, the harvest seasons for bass have a minimum length limit of 14
inches with a daily bag limit of five fish in total. Muskie season opens May 5 in the southern zone and May 26 in the northern zone. The northern zone is the area north of highways 77, 64 and 29, with Highway 10 as the dividing line. New this year is that the statewide minimum length limit for muskie has increased to 40 inches from 34 in order to help boost natural reproduction. Research suggests muskellunge are more successful at producing young after their second or third year of maturity (up to 40 inches in length). Biologists say the greater protection afforded by a higher length limit will allow more muskellunge to spawn more than once before they are vulnerable to harvest. Also new this year, anglers must use a quick-strike rig or a non-offset circle hook if they are fishing a minnow 8 inches or longer. When using a quickstrike rig and a minnow 8 inches or longer for bait, anglers must immediately attempt to set the hook upon indication of a bite to avoid deep hooking the target fish. The seasons for rock, yel-
low and white bass, panfish, bullheads and rough fish, catfish, cisco and whitefish are open all year. Anglers can check the 2012-’13 Guide to Wisconsin Hook and Line Fishing Regulations for regulations listed by county, for regulations on the Great Lakes and boundary waters, and for tributary streams to Green Bay and Lake Michigan. The complete guide is also available at DNR offices and license agents. Discounted license New this year, anglers who have never purchased a fishing license — or who haven’t purchased one in 10 years — can get a discounted “first-time buyers” license. Lawmakers created the discounted license earlier this year and both residents and nonresidents can take advantage of this opportunity. The discounted license for residents is $5 and for nonresidents is $25.75 for the annual licenses. There are also incentives for anglers to get new people to go fishing. Also, for the second year,
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Opening weekend — it’s the fishing weekend anglers anticipate throughout the winter and early spring, especially in a year when there was an early ice-out on lakes across the North Woods. At this time, it looks like the weather is going to cooperate, unlike last year when it was very wet and cold. It is going to be interesting to find fish, as the walleye spawn was extended for several weeks due to the early ice-out in mid-March and cold temperatures in April. Anglers will find water temperatures in the 50s despite warm weather, because until this week, it has been so cold at night. Last year, the ice had just gone out, so the water temperatures were quite cold. Water levels on many lakes are just right, but those seepage lakes still are low. We can’t say enough about how unusual this spring has been for all species of fish. With the ice going out in midMarch, some of the fish spawned a month ago and some just a week ago. Walleye fishing will be different this year in Walleyes and northerns that most guides feel the will be actively pursued fish will be spread out this weekend. from shorelines to deep —STAFF PHOTO water. Start looking in those shoreline cover areas like downed wood and move deeper until you find them. Don’t be surprised to find some early Junetype locations if you can find weeds. As always, jigs and minnows will be the best baits for these fish. We also will see some anglers using slip bobbers in the weeds and stump-filled bays. Northerns will be active in the weeds and will be aggressively hitting minnows. Use some bigger minnows if you want to target these fish. Bass are not yet in shallow water, but are getting there with the warmer weather. They’ll get up there quickly this spring. Remember that these fish are all catch and release until the middle of June. Panfish action has mirrored the weather, with better action when it is warm and slowing down when it is cold. Expect the crappies to be getting into the spawning areas by this weekend, as they have been hovering in mid depths waiting to come up. Small minnows are working best for crappies. We haven’t seen much in the way of bluegills yet. We’re hoping for a great opening weekend. Good luck and good fishin’.
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Deer hunt structure announced Units 35, 36 and 39 will be buck only The Natural Resources Board adopted a season structure for the 2012 Wisconsin deer hunting seasons at its last week in Madison, with several buck-only units returning in the North Woods. The season structure continues to build on changes implemented in 2011 at the request of hunters and includes a mix of regular and herd control units that will allow the harvest of bucks plus antlerless deer and chronic wasting disease (CWD) management units. “You will see our 2012 season structure moves in the direction hunters have asked,” said Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Secretary Cathy Stepp. “There are fewer herd control units and more regular units. In some areas of the state, we have limited antlerless permits to help the herd grow,” she said. Six units in the North Woods will be designated as buck only for all 2012 season, down from eight in 2011, as wildlife experts attempt to rebuild the deer herd. They include units 34, 35, 36, 39 and 29B in this area and Unit 7 in Ashland County. Regular units For 2012, 56 units will be regular season units where hunters may harvest a buck during both the archery and gun season. Hunters will also have an opportunity to purchase a limited number of additional antlerless deer tags at $12 each in 50 of the 56 units where permits are available. Units 31, 37 and 38 in this area will be regular units. Herd control units The number of herd control units has decreased from 64 in 2011 to 44 in 2012. These units will have antlerless harvest permits available for $2 each. “Not everyone is getting everything they want, but we are trying to listen and be responsive,” said Stepp. “We are striving to make the hunting season enjoyable and satisfying while balancing
NOON TOM — News-Review Editor Gary Ridderbusch shot this tom turkey just after noon April 18 in Zone 3 during the second spring turkey hunting season. The bird had a 10-inch beard and 1-inch spurs. —Contributed Photo
Forest trails open for season all the social and biological factors and interests of our stakeholders. We need our partners, the hunters and landowners, to help us in managing Wisconsin’s deer herd,” said Stepp. CWD in North DNR wildlife managers in March received laboratory confirmation of a CWD-positive wild deer in Washburn County’s deer management Unit (DMU) 15. The deer quota in Unit 15
Boating safety class slated in Eagle River The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will offer a boating safety class at Northland Pines Middle School in Room 442 Wednesdays and Thursdays from May 16 to May 24. Classes will take place from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. for a total of 12 hours of instruction. The successful completion of this program will result in certification allowing participants to operate a motorboat or personal watercraft upon reaching 12 years of age. Anyone born on or after
Jan. 1, 1989, must have a certificate to operate motorized watercraft in Wisconsin waters, according to state statute. The DNR’s required fee for the program is $10. Anyone interested is welcome to attend. For more information or to register, contact Alex Anday at (715) 479-9686 or acanday@nnex.net. “Leave your name and phone number and I will get back to you confirming your enrollment,” said Anday.
Outdoor Women’s Group schedules Treehaven hike The Outdoor Women’s Group will meet at the Treehaven campus 15 miles southwest of Rhinelander on Pickerel Creek Avenue Sunday, May 6, at 1:45 p.m. for a moderately difficult hike on trails. Participants should take water for the hike. There will be an opportunity to browse the gift shop and hear an overview of the Treehaven programs after the hike.
Both new and former participants are welcome to attend. To carpool from Eagle River, participants should meet at the Visitors Center to leave by 12:45 p.m. To carpool from Rhinelander, participants should meet at the public library to leave there by 1:10 p.m. For more information or for directions, contact Norma at (715) 477-1984.
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friend or family member to the fun of fishing.” The one-day license is good until midnight on the day it is purchased. People can buy these new licenses and the 20 other different fishing licenses the DNR offers in three convenient ways: through the online licensing center on the DNR website at dnr.wi.gov; at all authorized license agents; or by calling toll-free 1-(877) LICENSE (945-4236). Wisconsin residents and nonresidents 16 years old or older need a fishing license to fish in any waters of the state. Residents born before Jan. 1, 1927, and military personnel on leave do not need a fishing license.
FROM PAGE 9A anglers can buy a one-day fishing license that allows them to take someone out to try fishing and, if they like it, the purchase price of that oneday license will be credited toward purchase of an annual license. The one-day license is $8 for residents and $10 for nonresidents. “It’s a good entry-level license that lets you do everything but fish for trout and salmon, where stamps are required,” said Mike Staggs, Wisconsin fisheries director. “It’s a great way to introduce a
has been set to maintain the herd at current population levels for the unit. Surrounding units (DMUs 11, 12, 17) have similar recommendations aimed at holding populations at current levels. The use of bait for hunting will be banned in Polk, Burnett, Washburn and Barron counties. Hunters will be asked to provide a minimum of 500 deer for CWD testing during the hunting season, although collection of carkilled deer will begin immediately. Tissue samples from hunter-harvested deer will be collected at registration stations. Other CWD units The deer season in the CWD management zone in southern Wisconsin will be the same as in 2011. Hunters expressed mixed opinions to the department on the desirability of a four-day October gun hunt, with hunters both for and against this early gun hunt. There will be an October antlerless-only deer gun hunt Oct. 11-14. CWD management zone archery and gun hunters may again harvest either a buck or doe as their first deer. If hunters wish to pursue additional deer including antlered bucks, they will be able to do so under what is now being called the Bonus Buck opportunity, which replaces the earn-a-buck terminology. The rules have not changed, so additional bucks may be taken as long as the hunter first shoots an antlerless deer and receives a buck authorization sticker when they register the antlerless
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deer. The hunter may also qualify by bringing in an antlerless deer with the extra buck at the time of registration. “A lot of work and thought went into this season structure and I especially want to thank the thousands of hunters and other interested citizens who either attended one of our deer hunter forums or completed our online survey, letting us know their thoughts on deer season structures,” said Stepp.
The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest all-terrain vehicle (ATV), motorbike, horse and mountain bike trails were open for use as of Tuesday, May 1. This opening is for all Forest Service jurisdiction trails. Trails in the Bayfield County area were open as of April 27. The new motor vehicle use map (MVUM) also is now available online at fs.fed.us/ r9/cnnf. Hard copies of the MVUM will be available for free in all offices as of mid-
May. The MVUM is the map that shows users where it is legal to ride. The Forest Service urges people to ride responsibly and not to ride in areas that are too wet. Doing so may cause long-term resource damage, officials say.
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Three Lakes sophomore Karlie Stefonik took control of the ball during last Friday’s game against Kingsford, Mich. Although the
Lady Jays played with heart, the commanding Kingsford team won the contest 3-0. —Staff Photos By ANTHONY DREW
Lady Jays tie one, lose two ___________ BY ANTHONY DREW NEWS-REVIEW ASST. EDITOR
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Despite playing well, the Three Lakes girls soccer team was unable to get a win last week, as they tied Phillips 3-3 Tuesday, fell 2-1 to Iron Mountain, Mich., Thursday and lost 3-0 to Kingsford, Mich., Friday. The Lady Jays started off strong against Phillips, taking a 3-0 lead in the first half. Their opponents, however, answered back in the second with three goals and sent the game into overtime. After double-overtime, the game ended in a stalemate. Natalie Miller used her incredible speed to find the net twice off two unassisted breakaway goals. Bella Devereaux also contributed a goal for Three Lakes. “It was disappointing to have a great lead ultimately end in a tie,” said Three Lakes coach Stacy Stroud. “The good thing is we will see them again on our home turf. I’m proud that the girls, while frustrated with the result, fought to the end and at least held it to a tie.” Cassie Hoger put the Lady Jays on the scoreboard first against Iron Mountain with a well-placed shot. However, Iron Mountain came back to tie the game, eventually winning the contest in overtime. “This was an evenly matched contest,” said Stroud.
“The first time we played them, we played to a doubleovertime tie. This one could’ve gone either way. Unfortunately, it ended in their favor.” With some injuries and exhaustion of the week’s overtime games setting in, the Lady Jays were outplayed by Kingsford. “Kingsford was able to string passes together and dominate the midfield,” said Stroud. “They were a solid team that currently sit on top of the UP standings.” Three Lakes hung in the game for a while, but eventually Kingsford’s control of the ball allowed them to score three times. “It was a good learning experience to play against a well-executed team,” said Stroud. “Player for player, I think we have potential to compete with them. With such a young team, we’re still learning to work together. We’re doing well now, but I think with some effort and dedication we have the potential to be great.” The Lady Jays were scheduled to host Bayfield Tuesday, May 1, at 5 p.m. They will travel to play Ironwood, Mich., Thursday, May 3, at 5 p.m. before competing in a tournament in Antigo Saturday, May 5, at 10 a.m. On Monday, May 7, Three Lakes will host Ashland.
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Bluejays sophomore Bella Devereaux collided with a Kingsford player after going up in an attempt to get control of the ball. Devereaux had a goal earlier in the week against Phillips.
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After winning four conference games in the last two weeks, the Three Lakes Lady Jays softball team’s overall record now stands at 8-0 and they lead the Northern Lakes Conference (NLC). Three Lakes defeated Crandon 10-4 April 17 before beating Elcho 6-2 last Tuesday, Laona-Wabeno 5-0 Thursday and Florence 9-0 Friday. The game was tied 1-1 after two innings against Crandon. The Cardinals then scored one run in the top of the third inning to take the lead. However, in the bottom of the third, the Lady Jays exploded for five runs. “This was highlighted by a bases-loaded double by Sela Wick to drive in three,” said Three Lakes coach Tony Lorbetske. With a commanding 6-2 lead, Three Lakes added one in the fourth inning and another three in the sixth to put the game away. Senior pitcher Zana Lorbetske got the win, striking
out 10 and giving up two earned runs. “It was a big win,” said the coach. “Crandon has a nice team with a lot of experience and our girls overcame that for a big conference win.” Elcho played a good game against the tough Lady Jays, scoring a couple runs on a combination of errors and walks from the Three Lakes side. The game was close until the sixth inning when, with a 4-2 lead, Lauren Sowinski hit a triple to left field. With two out, Zana Lorbetske then hit one out of the park to give the Bluejays a 6-2 lead. Zana Lorbetske had a good day at the plate, getting a double and the home run to go 2-3 with three RBIs. On the mound, she struck out 12 batters and gave up zero earned runs. Maddie Lorbetske and Sowinski both went 3-4 with two RBIs. Facing Laona-Wabeno next, who were undefeated in the NLC, Three Lakes came into the game knowing they had to play well. Offensively, the Lady Jays
The National Bike Challenge, aimed to inspire and empower millions of Americans to ride their bikes for transportation and recreation and better health, has spread to Vilas County. The Challenge is simple — sign up as an individual or as a team, log your miles, share your stories and encourage others to join you. Riders will compete for prizes and awards on the local and national level, including a grand prize trip through California wine country from Trek Travel. Already, organizations in 26 states, including Wisconsin, have committed to participate. The Challenge officially started May 1. Locally, the Great Headwaters Trails (GHT) group, Chain O’ Lakes Cyclery, CW Business Systems, Trees For Tomorrow, Vilas Area Silent Sports Association, Nordmarka Cross-Country Ski Club and the Vilas County News-Review are urging people to take the challenge. “Great Headwaters Trails thinks that the Challenge gives everyone some enjoyable extra reasons to ride their bikes this spring and summer,” said Jeff Currie, president of GHT. “It’s free and participants can win prizes. The only agenda is to encourage more bicycle riding.” Prizes for the Challenge will be awarded by Bikes Belong. Other national sponsors include Kimberly-Clark Corp., the League of American Bicyclists and Endomondo. “Bikes Belong is delighted to be a part of the National Bike Challenge, which provides all the tools to help more people ride bikes more often,” said Bruno Maier, vice president of Bikes Belong. “We’re looking forward to seeing all the different types of riders who participate. The Challenge is a great way to encourage people to live healthier lives.” The Challenge runs from May 1 to Aug. 31, 2012. The public is invited to sign up now, according to Currie “GHT’s particular goal is to help Eagle River and the Vilas County area register as a place where there are good reasons to ride bikes and there are lots of people here who do so,” said Currie. The GHT system will connect five municipalities, including Eagle River, St. Germain, Conover, Land O’ Lakes and Phelps, with a 40-mile system by the end of 2020. For more information on the Challenge and to register, people can visit nationalbikechallenge.org or join them on Facebook at facebook.com/nationalbikechallenge
put the pressure on early by scoring three runs in the top of the first. Sowinski bunted for a base hit to get things started, followed by a single from Abby Zilke, an RBI single from Zana Lorbetske, an RBI flyout for Maddie Lorbetske and an RBI single from Wick. Three Lakes added a run in the third and a run in the sixth. Defensively, Brigette Schmidt had a good day at second base, making four good plays on the day. Meanwhile Zana Lorbetske was again dominant on the mound, striking out 14 batters, walking zero and giving up only two hits. “The girls stepped up and made plays on both defense and offense,” said coach Lorbetske. “It was a huge win for us, putting us at the top of the conference all alone.” The Lady Jays started a little slower than usual on offense against Florence, scoring only two runs through the first four innings. The girls got things going in the fifth, though, when they put four runs on the scoreboard. The hits included sin-
gles by Abby Bauman, and Wick, a double by Sowinski and a triple by Brooke Welch. Wick went 2-3 with an RBI, while Zana Lorbetske went 34 with two RBIs. Brigette Schmidt went 1-1 with a big triple to drive in two runs. “Zana pitched probably one of her most dominant games ever,” said the coach. “She had 21 strikeouts, but two of them got on base due to the ball getting past the catcher.” She gave up one hit and one walk. “It was good to see that the girls got it going after a slow start,” said coach Lorbetske. “Coming off the big win the night before, I thought there may be a little bit of a letdown, but they overcame it and finished strong.” Three Lakes was scheduled to travel to face GoodmanPembine Tuesday, May 1, at 5 p.m. They will host Phelps Thursday, May 3, at 5 p.m. before traveling to Pulaski for a tournament Saturday, May 5, at 9:30 a.m. The Lady Jays will then travel to Crandon Tuesday, May 8, at 5 p.m.
The Eagle River Area Jaycees will host a free Aquafina® Major League Baseball® (MJB) Pitch, Hit & Run™ competition for area youths Sunday, May 6, at Richter Field on the Vilas County Fairgrounds. Registration will begin at 11 a.m. and the competition will begin at noon. Pitch, Hit & Run is the official skills competition of MLB. This grassroots program is designed to provide youths an opportunity to compete, free of charge, in a competition that recognizes individual excellence in core baseball and softball skills. Competitors will be divided into four age divisions — 7- and 8-year-olds, 9- and 10year-olds, 11- and 12-yearolds and 13- and 14-year-
olds. Participants will have the chance to advance through four levels of competition, including team championships at MLB ballparks and the national finals at the 2012 MLB All-Star Game®. The individual pitching, hitting and running champions, along with the allaround champion in each age group at the local competition, will be awarded and will advance to the Sectional level of competition. All participants should take a copy of their birth certificate and fill out a registration form prior to the start of competition. For more information, contact Jed Lechleitner at (715) 891-7633 or jedlech@gmail. com.
Eagles top Crandon 13-8 to pick up fourth victory ___________ BY GARY RIDDERBUSCH NEWS-REVIEW EDITOR
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The Northland Pines baseball team beat Crandon in a nonconference game last week, but dropped two Great Northern Conference (GNC) games to Rhinelander and Medford. The Eagles opened the week with a 13-8 victory at Crandon. Tanner Beaman was the star at the plate for Northland Pines, going 5-for-5 with a home run. Brandon Wallace went 3-for-5, including a double and three RBIs. Brett Hughes added two hits. Dominic Caroselli got the start on the mound for Pines, pitching four innings and earning the win. Beaman pitched the final three innings, striking out seven of nine batters. “Offensively, we had fireworks with 14 hits and no strikeouts,” said Pines coach Rob Govek on the Eagles’ fourth win of the season.
Last Tuesday, Pines hosted Rhinelander and lost 10-0. Wallace started on the mound and took the loss. “Offensively, everything we hit was right at a Hodag defender, which did not allow us to get anything going,” said Govek. The Eagles traveled to Medford Thursday and lost 11-1. “We had a few mistakes defensively, leaving the door wide open and Medford took advantage,” said Govek. Wallace led the way at the plate, going 2-for-2 with a walk. Shane Levan, Caroselli and T.J. Harsla each chipped in with a hit apiece. Pines, 4-9 overall and 0-7 in the GNC, was scheduled to host Antigo on Tuesday of this week. The Eagles will travel to Lakeland this Thursday, May 3, and will play at Mosinee next Tuesday, May 8.
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BASEBALL CLINIC — The Northland Pines High School baseball team coaching staff and players held a baseball clinic for youth players on the high school field last Saturday. About 30 youths attended three sessions to learn about throwing, fielding and hitting the baseball in preparation for the upcoming Little League seasons. Above, head Pines baseball coach Rob Govek gave instruction on throwing. At right, a youth winds up and fires the ball to second base. —STAFF PHOTOS
dles, sixth in the long jump, and anchoring a second-place 4x200-meter relay team with Tanner Perry, Tavish Perry and Duncan Hosking. “Our distance crew slammed the 1,600 with Sauvola taking first, Jacob Bozic taking second and Rich Mork taking third,” said Hayes. “They also went one and two in the 800 with Dylan Weber and Devin Sauvola dominating that event.” Brian Kubacki took third in the discus and fifth in the shot put in a traditionally tough meet to throw in. Meanwhile, Tyler Staege ran a personal best in the 3,200meter to take fourth in the event. Steven Vogel and Spencer Gander had another battle in the 400-meter dash, taking third and fourth behind firstplace Schwenn. “Jacob Bozic, Austin Ramesh and Lucas Ferber were all major contributors to our team, each scoring more than 10 points,” said Hayes. The Eagles were scheduled to host an invitational Tuesday, May 1, at 4:30 p.m. Their next meet will be at Lakeland Tuesday, May 15, at 4 p.m. _____________ It is not the size of a man but the size of his heart that matters. Evander Holyfield
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The Northland Pines girls track team took fourth place out of five teams at the Hayward Invitational last Tuesday. The Eagles scored 68 points, placing them ahead of South Shore with 42 and behind first-place Hayward with 160, Spooner with 149.5 and Ladysmith with 77.5. “This was a very good meet for our team with warm conditions and a nice Hayward facility,” said Pines coach Josh Rhode. “Our goal is to always improve from meet to meet and try to get our best times of the season, and we definitely did that.” Emilie Robbins took first place in the 800-meter run for the Lady Eagles, crossing the line in 2 minutes, 31.3 seconds. Samantha Goll grabbed first in the 300meter hurdles in 50.8 seconds. Earning second place for the Lady Eagles were Kelly McGinnis, high jump, 4 feet,
6 inches; McKenna Harsla, McGinnis, Angele Gehrke and Nicole Sullivan, 4x100meter relay, 1:00.1; and Robbins, Kylie Rhode, Harsla and Goll, 4x400-meter relay, 4:34.9. Coming in third place were Kylie Rhode, 400-meter dash, 67.1 seconds; and Brooke Dreger, Lauren Czarapata Harsla and Goll, 4x200-meter relay, 1:59.8. Those earning fourth place for the team included Brooke Dreger, 100-meter dash, 14 seconds; Nicole Sullivan, high jump, 4 feet, 6 inches; and Goll, long jump, 13 feet, 4 inches. McGinnis also took fifth in the discus throw with a distance of 71 feet, 8 inches. “We competed very well despite our lack of overall numbers,” said coach Rhode. “We filled up our athletes in more relays than we normally do, and it paid off big as all three relays were top three in the meet.” The team’s meet Most Valuable Player award went to Goll for scoring 17.5 points overall for the team.
“Sam had another great meet as she won the 300 hurdles, took fourth in the long jump and anchored two relay teams that placed second and third,” said the coach. “Samantha put up a very respectable time in the 300 hurdles that ranks her in the top 20 statewide for Division 2. The meet Most Outstanding Performance award went to Robbins for her first-place finish in the 800-meter run. “Emilie has only run the open 800 a few times and nearly broke the school record in the event,” said Rhode. “Emilie is having a great season and has been a real force in the distance events this season.” The coach added that Dreger and Kylie Rhode also had good meets, scoring points in both individual events and relay teams. The Eagles were scheduled to host a meet Tuesday, May 1, at 4:30 p.m. They will travel to Lakeland High School in Minocqua for a meet Tuesday, May 15, at 4 p.m.
Golf meetings scheduled Lake Forest Thursday Night Men’s The Lake Forest Thursday Night Men’s Golf League will meet Thursday, May 3, at the Lake Forest Fitness Center at 6:30 p.m. League play will begin Thursday, May 10. For more information, contact Darrell at (715) 479-1774. Plum Lake Ladies The Plum Lake Ladies Golf League will play Thursday mornings beginning May 10. For the first month of events, tee times will begin at 9:30 a.m. For more information, call (715) 542-2598. Eagle River Senior Men’s The Eagle River Senior Men’s Golf League will meet Thursday, May 10, at 1 p.m. at the Eagle River Golf Course. Golf to follow, starting at 2 p.m. The league plays Thursdays at 1 p.m. For more information, call Don at (715)
477-2370. Lake Forest Wednesday Morning Women’s The Lake Forest Wednesday Morning Women’s Golf League will meet Wednesday, May 9, at 9 a.m. Golf to follow. For more information, call Jane at (815) 370-2483. Lake Forest Wednesday Night Women’s The Lake Forest Wednesday Night Women’s Golf League will have a meeting Wednesday, May 9, at 7 p.m. League play will begin Wednesday, May 16, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. For more information, call Mary Ann at (715) 490-3663. Big Stone Senior Men’s The Three Lakes Senior Men’s Golf League will play Wednesday mornings. An organizational meeting will
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The Noontime Hockey League (NHL) will continue to play until May 18, according to league coordinator Michael Eder. The adult hockey program runs from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mondays through Fridays at the Eagle River Sports Arena. It’s open to all ages, male and female, and no experience is necessary for the nocheck hockey program, according to Eder. For more information, contact Eder at (715) 477-2945.
It was a balmy 65 degrees at Northland Pines High School’s second outdoor meet of the season in Hayward, as the boys team came in first out of five teams. The Eagles scored 169 points to take the win over Hayward with 131, Spooner with 103, South Shore with 72 and Ladysmith with 34. “It was a solid win for our boys team against teams that traditionally match up with us pretty well,” said Pines coach John Hayes. “In addition, we got every member of the track team involved in multiple events.” Northland Pines captain Johnny Schwenn was the high scorer for the meet, winning both the 200- and 400meter dash events and anchoring a winning 4x400meter relay team with teammates Austin Ramesh, Lucas Ferber and Dylan Weber. Devin Sauvola racked up 18 points for the Eagles, winning the 1,600-meter run and placing second in the 800meter dash. Rich Mork had a change of pace this meet, taking third in the 1,600-meter run, first in the 300-meter hurdles and running third leg in the firstplace 4x100-meter relay team with Ryan Ozelie, Ramesh and Ferber. Evan Hartwig had the highest-scoring meet of his career, taking third in the high and intermediate hur-
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In preparation for the upcoming 2012 racing season, a test session for drivers will be held Saturday, May 5, at TNT Speedway in Three Lakes from 4 p.m. to dusk. Admission will be free for drivers, pit crew members and spectators. Concessions will be available in the pits. The 2012 season at TNT Speedway will begin Saturday, May 12, with racing every Saturday night, through Labor Day weekend, Saturday, Sept. 8. For more information, call (715) 546-2539 or (715) 4791033.
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The Northland Pines girls soccer team dropped four games last week, including two Great Northern Conference (GNC) games to Wausau Newman Catholic, 3-1, and Lakeland, 3-1. Newman got on the board early with a long shot over the Eagles goaltender’s head. A short time later, Pines got called for a push in the penalty box and Newman was awarded a penalty kick. The ball hit the post and the kicker touched the ball a second time. Keeper Lauren Lenz made a diving save and, in the process, got kicked in the head. Lenz was taken off the field and did not return. Allyson Sima took over in the net. Newman went on to score two more times in the first half. The Pines defense pulled up high and caught them offside 13 times. “Those two times Newman scored, they caught us just a half-step off and their speed gave them the advantage which they were able to use to score on us,” said Pines coach Wendy McCormack. The Eagles’ Carly Ridderbusch scored on an outside shot after receiving a nice pass from Paige Healy. “That goal really got the girls pumped up, but we just couldn’t get the ball in the net,” said McCormack. Pines came out strong and put the pressure on Lakeland throughout the first half of the game Thursday in Minocqua. “We had the ball in Lakeland territory for the majority of the time,” said McCormack. “We kept their defense busy and were given a number of corner kicks and had lots of opportunities near the net, but just could not capitalize on them.” The score was 0-0 at halftime. Pines moved the ball up the outside, which helped earn a goal from Caitlin Riley in the 19th minute of the second half. Riley got a pass from Paige Healy and took a nice long shot which sailed into the net. Lakeland came off the kickoff hard and a minute and a half later scored on an outside shot which went high into the net out of keeper Sima’s reach to tie the game. Lakeland did not back down and got two more unanswered goals in the 35th and 37th minutes. “It was a disappointing loss because we maintained possession for a good chunk of the game but couldn't finish,” said McCormack. The Eagles also hosted a double dual Saturday, losing to Wisconsin Rapids Assumption 4-0 and Ashland 7-0. “Overall, it was a hard week of soccer for the girls but there were many good things that came out of it,” said McCormack. Pines will host Rhinelander this Thursday, May 3, at 5 p.m.
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 2, 2012
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Jays baseball team defeats Elcho 12-11 ___________ BY ANTHONY DREW NEWS-REVIEW ASST. EDITOR
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Northland Pines senior Kelsey Bergum slides into home as the ball is about to arrive in the
catcher’s mitt. Bergum was called safe on the play as the Eagles beat Lakeland.
Eagles sweep Lakeland ___________ BY GARY RIDDERBUSCH NEWS-REVIEW EDITOR
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The Northland Pines softball team played five games this past week, with the highlight being a double-header sweep of Lakeland on Saturday. The Eagles beat Lakeland in the Great Northern Conference (GNC) doubleheader at Eagle River 4-3 and 16-6. In the opener, Pines struck first with a run in the third on a single by Kelsey Bergum, who then stole second and scored on a Morgan Munnik single. Lakeland got two runs in the fourth to take a 2-1 lead. The Eagles got three runs in the fifth on a single by Sami Johnston and Megan Unseth hit Johnston home. Sami Norman also had a two-RBI triple in the inning. The T-Birds were able to load the bases in the seventh, but only pushed one run across the plate as Pines took the GNC match 4-3. “Stephanie Sawalski pitched a very nice game and didn't walk a batter,” said Pines coach Steve Sawalski. “ Defensively, the Eagles played much better and that was key in the win.” Norman was 2-for-3 with two RBIs. Bergum was 2-for3 with three stolen bases and a run scored. Jordan Welnetz had two hits and two stolen bases. Johnston had a nice game offensively with two hits, one stolen base and a run scored. Munnik had a hit and a stolen base and Melissa Wagner had a hit and a run scored. In the second contest, the Eagles scored eight runs in the first two innings to get the early lead and went on to the victory. Munnik started her first game on the mound and pitched well before handing the game over to Sawalski, who finished strong. Sawalski took over in the fourth inning and didn’t allow a run the rest of the way to secure the win. “The girls played well offensively, defensively and our pitching was good,” said coach Sawalski. “This is how we need to play in future games to be successful and to gain confidence.” Bergum was 4-for-5 with a double, three RBIs, four stolen bases and four runs scored. Norman also did very well in the hitting column, going 4for-4 with a double, two RBI and two runs scored. Welnetz had a triple and two RBIs. Johnston is swinging the bat well as of late with a hit and three RBIs and Munnik had a double and three RBIs. Stephanie Sawalski not only pitched well, but also had a hit and scored three runs. Kali Ebert got her first varsity hit and scored twice. Wagner scored two runs and Kristen Bohenstengel scored two runs. “Everyone contributed in this win and that was very nice to see,” said coach Sawalski. “Hopefully, we’ll take this momentum into the second half of the season and start playing well going into the postseason.” The Eagles also played GNC rival Tomahawk last Thursday, with the Hatchets coming out on top 16-2.
Northland Pines junior pitcher Stephanie Sawalski released the ball against Lakeland Saturday. —STAFF PHOTOS
The game was tight until the fourth inning, when Tomahawk erupted for eight runs. Bergum was 2-for-3 with a run scored and Welnetz had a double with two RBIs. Munnik had a hit and scored a run. Stephanie Sawalski also had a hit. “These GNC teams are very good and we need to improve in all phases to be competitive,” said coach Sawalski following the Tomahawk loss. “The season is short and goes real fast. Postseason seedings are coming in the near future and we need to play better to be successful if we want a home game.” On Thursday, the Eagles faced GNC leader Mosinee at Pines. Every player in Mosinee’s lineup recorded a hit and the Indians cruised to a 14-3 victory. Pines had base runners in almost every inning, but couldn’t push any runs across the plate until late in the
game. Bergum led the Eagles, going 2-for-3 with a run scored. Stephanie Sawalski and Wagner each had a hit and scored a run. Welnetz had a hit and two RBIs and Munnik also had a hit. The Eagles faced Crandon in a nonconference game last Monday, losing 10-0. Crandon scored four runs in the first and five runs in the last inning to take the contest, as the Cardinal’s Haley Tupper recorded seven strikeouts to get the win. “Offensively, the Eagles couldn’t get anything going. Jordan Welnetz got the only hit for Pines,” said coach Sawalski. The Eagles, 3-7 overall and 2-4 in the GNC, was scheduled to play at Phillips on Tuesday of this week in a nonconference game and will play at Rhinelander next Tuesday, May 8, in a GNC game at 4:30 p.m.
BOWLING LADIES NIGHT OUT Eagle Lanes Results of 4/25/12 Team results: Wild Eagle Corner Store 2, Boone’s Building Supply 5; Twelve Pines 0, Rockettes 7, Darrell’s Dummies 5, Harry’s Market 2. High games: Joey Tess 233, Sue Soderberg 192, Jill Helgeson 189, Maxine Drager 174. High series: Joey Tess 627, Sue Soderberg 523, Lynne Behrendt 486,
Alice Conwell 471. High team game: Boone’s Building Supply 933. High series: Rockettes 2689. STANDINGS W L Harry’s Market ...................125 85 Boone’s Building .................124 86 Darrell’s Dummies .............120 90 Wild Eagle Corner Store ....118 92 Rockettes..............................90 120 Twelve Pines........................53 157
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(Three Weeks, 5/2-5/16/12) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT VILAS COUNTY — PROBATE — Order Setting Deadline for Filing a Claim (Formal Administration) Case No. 12PR19 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF
ELLEN L. KATISCH, Deceased. A petition for formal administration was filed. THE COURT FINDS: 1. The decedent, with date of birth November 13, 1945, and date of death March 21, 2012, was domiciled in Vilas County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 2590 Boot Lake Road, Eagle River, WI 54521. 2. All interested persons waived notice. THE COURT ORDERS: 1. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is August 10, 2012. 2. A claim must be filed at the Vilas County Courthouse, 330 Court Street, Eagle River, Wisconsin, Room Probate Branch. BY THE COURT: /s/ Dawn Halverson Circuit Court Commissioner 4/27/2012 Colyn E. Carter P.O. Box 1088 Eagle River, WI 54521 (715) 479-4488 Bar No. 1008534 937
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The Three Lakes Bluejays beat Elcho 12-11 last Tuesday in Northern Lakes Conference (NLC) play before falling to the undefeated Florence Bobcats 20-10 Friday. Another conference game Thursday night against Laona-Wabeno was suspended after five innings due to darkness. The score was 17-17. Three Lakes entered the week with only a single in-conference loss, trailing only Florence in NLC standings. The Jays got their bats going right away against Elcho, scoring two runs on four hits. However, two baserunning mistakes took the team out of an inning that could’ve been bigger. The game went back and forth, and, after four innings, the Bluejays led 5-4. After scoring two more in the top of the fifth and taking a threerun lead, Three Lakes’ defense fell apart. Four errors and three walks led to seven runs for the Hornets, giving them a fourrun lead. Ben Wales came in relief, putting an end to the inning and to the Hornets’ offense for the rest of the game. After getting a run back in the sixth, Jake Schneider led off batting for Three Lakes. After getting on base, he stole second and Emerson Hegeman drove him in with a single. Ross Thorn then drew a walk, but the next two batters struck out. Brent La Duke then took to the plate, drawing another walk for the Jays and loading the bases. Riley Liebscher then ripped a double into right-center field. An error by Elcho’s right fielder allowed LaDuke to score all the way from first, giving Three Lakes the lead. “We had some very nice atbats in the seventh and got clutch hits in high-pressure situations,” said Three Lakes coach Jeff Liebscher. “The
defense then buckled down and nice plays by Jake Schneider and Dalton Tietsort secured the comeback victory.” Hegeman led the hitters for the Bluejays, going 4-4 with two doubles and six RBIs. Riley Liebscher had two hits and a walk with four RBIs. Elcho has a very scrappy young team and played well. The Jays had repeated opportunities to put the game away against Laona-Wabeno Thursday, but Three Lakes pitchers walked 12 batters and the Jays’ defense committed multiple errors on routine plays. “Along with that, we missed a lot of signs and had no focus,” said the coach. “This was a game that we should win. We had leads of three-, six- and eight-runs, but kept giving them away.” The game was finally suspended after dark, with the teams tied at 17. “We’re lucky to still have an opportunity to win it when it is resumed,” said coach Liebscher. Schneider went 3-4 with five RBIs and Ben Wales was 2-2 with three walks and four RBIs.
Against Florence, Three Lakes had an opportunity to take a piece of the conference lead, but the Jays struggled with pitching and defense. “Errors and walks are bound to happen in high school baseball, but when they happen at this frequency, it makes it very hard to win games,” said coach Liebscher. “It’s very frustrating to watch these kids score the way they do, but then turn around and dig themselves into another hole or give away a lead.” Liebscher added that no one member of the team can take the blame and that the players must learn to pick each other up when they are struggling. “If and when this happens, this group of young men will be able to accomplish great things,” he said. Riley Liebscher led the Bluejays, going 3-3 with a double. Hunter Mathison was 2-4 with a double. Three Lakes was scheduled to travel to face GoodmanPembine Tuesday, May 1, at 5 p.m. The Jays will host Phelps Thursday, May 3, at 5 p.m. before traveling to face Crandon Tuesday, May 8, at 5 p.m.
GOLF AWARD — Golf Coaches Association of Wisconsin member and former Northland Pines High School golf coach Rollie Christensen recently presented the Friend of Golf award to Richard Hughes. Currently assisting the Northland Pines golf program, Hughes was the head of the junior golf program for the Land O’ Lakes Recreation Department for 30 years. —Staff Photo By ANTHONY DREW
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Our View Reduced limits can’t stop walleye opener tradition Northern Wisconsin’s walleye opener may not be what it was 25 years ago, prior to the days of tribal spearing and reduced bag limits for anglers on many of the best lakes, but it’s still an event worthy of participation. For one thing, the tradition of opening day lives on in Wisconsin, despite a lot of changes that occurred over the years. Some of the thunder was stolen from the early May opener, not because of lackluster walleye opportunities, but because the muskie opener was moved to Memorial Day weekend and the bass harvest season was delayed to mid-June.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 2, 2012
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In America, every dog has his day WOULD YOU agree? Many dog owners have a better relationship with their pet than they do with their spouse or with their children. As a result, much has been written about this curious dynamic. Pets fill a void in our lives. Most people have a pet dog or cat. They are given royal status in most homes. (Nodding your head in agreement, aren’t you?) Many people would do things for their beloved pet before they would do something for themselves or a family member. Experts have studied this behavior. Their findings are often posted on the Internet. Several sources can be credited with the following observations, which were collected over several years. This column is going to the dogs this week. For example, here are a few things you can learn from a dog. Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride. Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy. When loved ones come home, always run to greet them. When it’s in your best interest, always practice obedience. Let others know when they’ve invaded your territory. Take naps and always stretch before rising. Run, romp and play daily. Eat with gusto and enthusiasm. Be loyal. Never pretend
People Make the Difference By Byron McNutt to be something you’re not. If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it. When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by and nuzzle them gently. Delight in the simple joy of a long walk. Thrive on attention and let people touch you. Avoid biting when a simple growl will do. On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree. No matter how often you are criticized, don’t buy into the guilt thing and pout. Run right back and make friends. If you stare at someone long enough, eventually you’ll get what you want. Don’t go out without identification. Be aware of when to hold your tongue and when it is OK to use it. When you do something wrong, always take responsibility. If it’s not wet and sloppy, it’s not a real kiss. * * * DOGS HAVE property laws, such as, if I like it, it’s mine. If it’s in my mouth, it’s mine. If I can take it from you, it’s mine. If I had it a little while ago, it’s mine. If I saw it first, it’s mine. If you are playing with something
and you put it down, it becomes mine. If it’s broken, it’s yours. After decades of study by females of many professions, we know dogs are better than men. Dogs do not have problems expressing affection in public. Dogs miss you when you’re gone. Dogs feel guilty when they’ve done something wrong. Dogs admit when they are jealous. Dogs are very direct about wanting to go out. You can train a dog. Dogs are easy to buy for. Dogs understand what “no” means. Dogs mean it when they kiss you. Those same female researchers found that dogs and men are sometimes the same. For example, both take up too much space on the bed. Both have irrational fears about vacuum cleaning. Neither tells you what’s bothering them. The smaller ones tend to be more nervous. Neither does any dishes. Neither notices when you get your hair cut. Both are suspicious of the postman and neither understands what you see in cats. Male researchers have looked into this dynamic
It’s still about family fishing and the camaraderie of good friends getting together for a weekend in some of the most scenic country in America. It’s a time of year when virtually every fish species can be found in shallow water, when water temperatures are still on the cold side following winter.
Those who knew the “good ol’ days” of walleye fishing here could wallow in self-pity over the changes they’ve seen. On the other hand, they could make the best of what’s available, catching some walleyes while also pursuing panfish, northern pike, bass and trout. Die-hard walleye anglers still come here by the thousands, drawn by a magical bond with the state’s premier game fish. Like Canada, there are some great catching opportunities, even though the daily harvest may be limited on your favorite lake.
There’s some encouraging news in the housing market both statewide and in the North Woods, developments that the experts say is part of a continuing recovery. Comparing March 2012 with the same month a year ago, home sales jumped 25% statewide, 91% in Oneida County and 21% in Vilas County. A year-to-date comparison between the two years shows sales up 19% statewide, 16% in Oneida and 30% in Vilas. According to the Wisconsin Realtors Association, median sale prices were also up in March compared to a year ago. Prices were up 16% in Oneida and 15% in Vilas. Most northern Wisconsin businesses are still in survival mode as slow economic times linger, making the latest report from the housing market very welcome news. It’s no secret that business owners here are waiting for a breakout from the recession.
Behind the editorial ‘we’ Members of the Vilas County NewsReview editorial board include Publisher Kurt Krueger, Editor Gary Ridderbusch and Assistant Editor Anthony Drew.
* * * A FEW BRAVE men told researchers they actually prefer dogs over women. And here are a few reasons why (names are withheld for obvious reasons). Dogs quite happily sit and watch the football game without complaining. When a dog licks your ear, it has no ulterior motive. Dogs don’t care if you use their shampoo. Dogs think you sing great. If a dog is gorgeous, other dogs don’t hate it. Dogs don’t notice if you call them by another dog’s name. Dogs don’t get suspicious if they get flowers. Dogs like it when you leave lots of things on the floor. Dogs love long car trips and actually like to ride in the back of the pickup. Dogs understand that instincts are better than To McNUTT, Pg. 15A
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Lake jumping means some added driving and brings with it the dangers of transporting aquatic invasive species, yet it’s also an excuse to visit different walleye lakes and to experience different challenges.
Improved housing sales is encouraging news
also. They found a few reasons why a dog might be better than a woman. For example, a dog’s parents will never visit you. A dog limits its time in the bathroom to a quick drink. A dog never expects you to telephone. A dog will not get mad at you if you forget its birthday. A dog does not care about the previous dogs in your life. A dog does not get mad at you if you pet another dog. A dog never expects flowers on Valentine’s Day. The later you are, the happier a dog is to see you.
Robert Reich
Sport anglers have done a tremendous amount of adjusting as they were forced to switch lakes more often to fill their daily bag limit of five walleyes — three here and two there. Despite limit reductions on individual lakes, the daily bag limit statewide is still five walleyes.
Even reduced bag limits can’t stop the tradition of Wisconsin’s walleye opener.
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Herons epitomize stealthy fishers
Blue herons, among the most stealthy fishers in the North Woods, will be joined by thousands of anglers this weekend as seasons open for walleyes, northern pike, trout and catch-and-release bass angling. This heron was cruising shallows on the Eagle River Chain. --Staff Photo By GARY RIDDERBUSCH
A classic cudda, shudda, wudda HAVE YOU EVER heard the classic line from losers — cudda, shudda, wudda? As a hunter who has experienced plenty of those through over 50 years of hunting, it should come as no surprise that it happened to me again last week. It began last Wednesday when a North Woods gobbler avoided becoming smoked turkey breast on my platter when an ill-timed interruption of another hunter saved the amorous bird at not only the 11th hour, but the 59th second as well. Hunting in my own backyard for turkeys at long last, I exited my truck at 5:30 Wednesday morning to a delightful surprise of a chorus of tom turkeys. I was 15 minutes late after having to make a dash back home for the face mask I left on the kitchen table, but it didn’t matter to me or the gobblers. One bird was gobbling like crazy from a quarter-mile down a creek on my side, while at least three more gobbled directly across the
Trails & Tales By Will Maines stream. I chose to go after them, deciding a little water over my 8-inch hunting boots was worth three birds on the roost. I managed to get in perfect position on one of them just after he flew down. He was with hens, and he was 50 yards or less away, just the other side of a low hump bordering the logging road I was on. That old boy didn’t want to leave his hens, even for such a hot hen as was the one waiting for him the other side of the hump, but when this old turkey hunter says, “come hither,” any gobbler with a lick of sense knows better than to refuse the invitation. Sure enough, gobble by gobble he announced his progress toward me; halfway
up the backside of the hump, three quarters of the way — just another step or so from the top. My gun was up and ready. That gobbler was already dead but didn’t know it. All of a sudden the gobbling stopped. Clawed feet scratched the leaves, and suddenly the woods were silent. What could have gone wrong? Two seconds later, I knew; another hunter came waltzing down the logging road unaware I was there. I let him get 10 feet from me before I chirped a mouth-call greeting. After he got his heart back in his throat he apologized profusely for running off my turkey. I think the young gaffer, a school classmate of my son’s, felt worse than I did, but hey, when you hunt on public lands those things happen. He didn’t know I was there, and more than anything it was simply bad timing. Cudda, shudda, wudda. Last weekend I spent three immensely enjoyable To MAINES, Pg. 15A
GET READY FOR the tax wars. President Obama wants to raise taxes on the rich, setting a minimum tax rate of 30% on millionaires (the so-called “Buffett Rule,” named after billionaire investor Warren Buffett, who says it’s unfair that he pays a lower tax rate than his secretary). Mitt Romney, the presumed Republican presidential candidate, wants to lower taxes on the rich. He supports the House Republicans’ plan to cut the highest tax rate from 35% to 25%, thereby reducing the taxes of millionaires by an average of at least $150,000 a year. This should be a nobrainer. Rich Americans are taking home a larger share of America’s total income than they have at any time since the 1920s, yet paying the lowest tax rate in more than 30 years. Meanwhile, the nation faces two giant deficits. Unless the rich pay their fair share of taxes, both will only become worse. The first is a deficit in public investment. Our roads, bridges, ports, sewer and water systems, and public transportation systems are outmoded. Some are literally falling apart. Meanwhile, many of our schools can’t afford textbooks or science labs, students are crowded into classrooms with 30 or more other children, and public colleges and universities are starved for funding. The other is a budget deficit that’s projected to rise into the stratosphere, especially as aging boomers need more health care. Surely government can be more efficient, the military can be smaller, and pork-barrel spending can be eliminated. But anyone who thinks we can balance the budget without additional revenue doesn’t know basic math. So how can conservatives possibly object to raising taxes on the wealthy? Easily. I recently debated a conservative economist To REICH Pg. 15A
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 2, 2012
OP-ED/READER OPINION State police warded off Maines FROM PAGE 14A Gov. Walker protesters Letter to the Editor: Gov. Walker showed up today (April 24) at my children’s school to talk about how he has improved Northland Pines school by depleting the union. The school did save $1.2 million this year; however, it shows no signs of being a better pillar of education in the community thus far. Oh boy, we can get the kids iPads now, this will make them all seats of knowledge. I doubt this very much because many of these children’s parents have computer access and have had it for many years, and many still seem to remain incredibly uneducated and hold zero knowledge about local politics. The other thing today brought to my attention was that a group of Democrats showed up to protest Gov. Walker and their 1st Amend-
ment rights were violated, that being the right to assemble peacefully as they were warded off by three state police. I am neither Republican or Democrat and would lose little sleep if both parties just up and dissolved; this of course being an unrealistic pipe dream, however, I do find it very disturbing how Wisconsin is not becoming, but already is, a police state. The police actually lied to the public at the school informing them that school Superintendent Mike Richie ordered the police to ward off any protesters and, when asked later after the departing of Gov. Walker if this was true, Richie exclaimed that he did no such thing. Sheb Schebella Eagle River
days hunting the hills of northwest Illinois with the finest family practice doctor in that neck of the woods. Greg Harmston and I were covered up with turkeys every morning of my three-day hunt. Friday I had hens surrounding me, a gobbler that spooked for some unknown reason 200 yards from me, and another gobbler I called to within 75 yards before he refused to come down from a steep knob to the creek bottom where I was set up. Saturday there was a jake which owes its life to my generous nature. He was under my gun for several minutes at 20 yards or less, and on many an occasion I would have gladly turned him into Sunday dinner, but
luckily for him, not on that day. Despite the fact it was pouring rain, 38 degrees and wind was ripping at 30 per, I passed up the sure thing for a gobbler still sounding off above that same creek bottom. From almost the same setup as the previous day I got him 75 yards away but no closer. Another cudda, shudda, wudda. Sunday morning, I said to myself, Sunday morning he would get his clock cleaned. I set up 40 yards further up the creek only 30 or 40 yards from his watching post the first two days. My plan worked to perfection. After a half-hour of calling, he was suddenly there, 40 yards away in full strut. I watched as he puffed up in all his glory, showing this bold and brassy hen calling to him what a wonderful suitor he was.
I let him go on like that for five minutes, finally deciding it was time for the fun and games to be over. I settled the bead on him, firmly decided he was 40 yards or less, ascertained a small branch hanging down between us wasn’t in the way and touched off. He jumped six feet high, hit the ground stumbling and took off for higher ground, much to my amazement and dismay. I watched him slow to a walk, then wailed like a banshee as he strolled out of sight into a grove of pines. A search confirmed my worst suspicions. This old turkey hunter had blown the shot. Branch in the way, bad estimate of distance; who knows? I’m thinking it was a defective shell, and that’s the story I’m sticking to. Cudda, wudda, shudda. My Illinois hunt ended with-
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out a bird. Then again, I had a wonderful weekend with one of the best young families you’ll ever meet, shared laughs, tall tales and good food with several new and old friends and became surprisingly good friends with a lovely young blonde named Denise. Saturday evening, as the first one in the door for a Harmston neighborhood party, Denise came over to where I was sitting, hauled me on my feet and put the biggest, warmest hug on me you could imagine. “Hi, Jack,” she greeted me, “good to see you.” “Well, I’m not Jack,” I responded, “but I’ll be Jack or George or Henry or anybody you want me to be if you keep hugging me like this.” And I would have. Hugs like that are better than cudda, wudda, shuddas any day of the week, especially when you don’t look at all like Jack.
Hats off to Jenna Kukanich; give to shelter in her name Dear Editor: Jenna, you are awesome! We have just returned to our beloved North Woods and, as I read my favorite NewsReview today, my heart skipped a beat at the picture in the paper on April 25, 2012, of Jenna Kukanich and her 11th birthday party gifts to the Humane Society of Vilas County. It seems many people find fault with our young people today and I would like very much to take this opportunity to tell Jenna, you are awesome. She must have a special love for the animals and I commend her for her actions. This 11-year-old is far beyond her years and I know she will be an advocate for the animals for the rest of her life. It is heartwarming to know there are others behind my generation who care. The animals count on us to
take care of them, and I challenge all those young adults out there to think about serving them with the same love and care Jenna has shown. Jenna is an incredible young adult who deserves the accolades of this community and maybe you could get out there and donate to the Humane Society of Vilas County in her name. The animals need our help and what better way to thank Jenna than to donate in her name. Come on Vilas County, open your hearts and pocketbooks and give. Remember, we are going to need a larger shelter due to the law changes and they will need our help both in items and money. Jenna, the animals will always keep you in their heart, of this I am certain. Cheryl Eskridge Eagle River
Dr. Fletcher will be missed Dear Editor: I was saddened to have read of the passing of Dr. Fred Fletcher on April 16. He brought the highest quality of care in cardiology to a small North Woods hospital, Eagle River Memorial Hospital. During the years of 1975 though 1983, he was responsible for the building of a critical care unit, a cardiac rehab
team with an exercise physiologist, Dr. Don Timm, a diagnostic lab with stress testing, Holter monitor scanning, eventually echocardiography and the pursuit of wellness, before it became popular. Dr. Fletcher also brought awareness to the disease of blastomycosis by having research done by Madison for To FLETCHER, Pg. 16A
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Dogs already have a fur coat and have no use for fancy jewelry or romantic cards. Dogs don’t care what you say to other drivers. Dogs find you amusing when you are drunk. You don’t have to wait for a dog; they are ready to go 24 hours a day. A dog’s disposition stays the same all month long.
FROM PAGE 14A asking for directions. Dogs agree you have to raise your voice to get your point across. Dogs don’t make remarks about your mates and their habits. Dogs don’t let magazine articles guide their lives.
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Governor’s reforms helped many school districts Dear Editor: I would like to comment on a letter in the April 25 News-Review by Kay Hoff and Tracy Theil, “Tax savings bad news for Wisconsin’s children.” The high point of their letter is a statement that Gov. Walker’s reforms only resulted in $11 per family less in property taxes this year. They hope that we will not realize that without the governor’s reforms we would all have paid much more in taxes this year. The $11 savings could have been hundreds more in taxes. They also conveniently forget to mention that the governor’s reforms were not implemented downstate in Racine, Kenosha, Milwaukee and Madison. This of course reduced the average savings they speak of. Madison is facing a 4.1%
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Question: What are your traditions for the fishing opener?
Rodney Osbern, 53 Food service cook Eagle River “I get my boat and tent ready beforehand, then I try to get a good camping spot. After that, we’re ready to go do some fishing for walleye and northerns.”
Ron Hettwer, 74 Owner of boat company Phelps “I put the dock in and the lifts, then the boats, lots of boats. Then I sneak out so that we can get in some time to fish.”
Randy Leece, 60 Attorney St. Germain “We try to honor the day, but don’t have high expectations. After the dock and boat are in, we go out to drown a couple worms. We don’t go at dawn.”
property tax increase year because they did not incorporate the governor’s reforms. Does anyone feel sorry for them and want to help pay their taxes? The ladies go on to complain that teachers with advanced degrees might receive 30% less in future cost-of-living increases. Well, the advanced degrees have not correlated well with teaching ability and student achievement. In many cases, the only motive for taking classes during summer vacation was to receive a salary increase. The governor has the courage to address this farce. Many of us in the private sector have taken and are taking classes to improve our work skills. We did not have a guarantee of a lifetime salary increase for our efforts. We did not have a three-month
summer vacation to use for schooling. We took time away from our lives without any guarantee of future benefits. The ladies go on to parrot the message that the governor’s reforms have caused layoffs and increased class size. When faced with a choice of layoffs (by seniority, of course, not ability), the teachers unions have always chosen layoffs. In spite of the large downstate school districts not using the governor’s reforms, school districts had to use fewer negative methods (class size, fee increases and reduced extracurricular activities) to balance their budgets this year than at any time in the last 10 years. The teachers unions have surveys on this from the last two years but have chosen not to make the surveys public. Ask them why not.
The rest of the letter goes on to complain about poor salaries and benefits. Anyone in the private sector will never see such Cadillac benefits. Few will ever see as high a salary per hour. We are 20th in the world in student achievement. Wouldn’t it be nice if our educators were as passionate about improving our children’s education as they are about their benefits? Charlie Gullan Eagle River
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my produced faster job growth and higher wages than it did after George W. Bush cut taxes on the rich in his first term. If you need more evidence, consider modern Germany, where taxes on the wealthy are much higher than they are here and the distribution of income is far more equal. Yet Germany’s average annual growth has been faster than that in the United States. Higher taxes on the wealthy help finance investments in infrastructure and education, which are vital for growth and the economic prospects of the middle class. In the decades after World War II, we built an interstate highway system and expanded public colleges and universities, and the nation’s productivity surged. Higher taxes on the wealthy can also allow for lower taxes on the middle — potentially fueling enough middle-class purchasing power to keep the economy growing. As we’ve seen in recent years, when disposable income is concentrated at the top, the middle class doesn’t have enough money to boost the economy. Finally, concentrated wealth can lead to speculative bubbles, as the rich
invest in the same limited class of assets — whether gold, dot-coms or real estate. When these bubbles pop, the entire economy suffers. What we should have learned over the last halfcentury is that growth doesn’t trickle down from the top. It percolates upward from working people who are adequately educated, sufficiently rewarded, and who feel they have a fair chance to make it in America. If anything, the Buffett Rule doesn’t go nearly far enough. We should restore tax rates to what they were before 1981, and make the capital-gains rate the same as the rate on ordinary income. There’s no good reason why Romney should pay a rate of less than 14% on an income of more than $20 million. Fairness isn’t incompatible with economic growth. It’s essential to it.
FROM PAGE 14A who claimed people at the top are the entrepreneurs and job creators, as if he were stating a well-accepted economic principle: “If we raise their taxes, we’ll have fewer jobs and slower growth.” One of the most pernicious falsehoods you’ll hear during the next seven months of political campaigning is that there’s a necessary trade-off between fairness and growth. Our history suggests the opposite. Taxes were far higher on top incomes in the three decades after World War II than they’ve been since. The top marginal rate was over 70%. Even after deductions and credits, rich Americans paid an effective tax rate of over 50%. And the distribution of income was far more equal than it has been since. Yet the American economy grew faster in those years than it’s grown since Ronald Reagan slashed tax rates on top earners in 1981. This wasn’t a post-war aberration. Bill Clinton raised taxes on the wealthy in the 1990s, and the econo-
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Robert B. Reich, Chancellor’s Professor of Public Policy at the University of California and former U.S. Secretary of Labor, is the author of the newly released “Beyond Outrage: What has gone wrong with our economy and our democracy, and how to fix it.”
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READER OPINION Theo has concerns about mining Property owners can review tax roll Dear Editor: For more than 20 years, mining companies have had their eyes on the mineral deposits of the town of Lynne in Oneida County. If excavated, the mine would run dangerously close to The Willow Flowage Scenic Waters Area, an area which many people fought to protect. Should something happen, pollutants could contaminate the waters of the Willow Flowage, the Tomahawk River, Lake Nokomis and eventually the Wisconsin River. Living on Lake Nokomis, I see the wonderful waterway every morning when I look out my living room window. I know how important these pristine waters are for our economy. We cannot afford to risk
damaging our water in order to mine the small amount of mineral resources in the town of Lynne. With the Oneida County Mining Oversight/Local Impact Committee moving closer to having public meetings, this might become a reality. Water, along with wildlife, woods and workers — is one of the four Ws that we must protect. I have been a longtime advocate for Wisconsin’s four Ws. My whole family marched on Madison in 2000 in an effort to stop the Crandon Mine. More recently, I was a vocal opponent of the proposed Gogebic Taconite mine in the Penokee Hills. Although I understand we use these resources for many items, such as cell phones and
computers, we must manage them wisely. The way the current Legislature carelessly and hastily pushed the recent mining bill ignored the potential environmental consequences. This is just another example of the lack of civility exhibited by our current legislators. As your senator, I will work to restore respect in the Legislature and will build relationships across the aisle. These relationships will allow both parties to come up with responsible legislation promoting economic growth while protecting our vital natural resources. Sincerely, Lisa Theo Candidate 12th State Senate District
Letter to the Editor: I would like to remind Oneida County taxpayers to attend town or city open-book meeting to review the tax roll if they question the assessed value of their property. If you are not satisfied with the outcome at the open-book meeting, then you can appeal the assessment at the board of review, which is a panel of your local officials.
our North Woods. I was a recipient of your teachings, Dr. Fletcher. I have continued to work in cardiology at the Marshfield Clinic in Minocqua for 28 years, all of which you are thought of being responsible for. You will be greatly missed, as a physician, teacher, dad, husband and friend. Sincerely, Wendy Godding Eagle River
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