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Did some Burnett Sheriff’s deputies cover up information to protect a fellow officer? Details emerge; hearing officer rules one of two fired dispatchers should receive discipline but keep her job

by Gary King Leader editor BURNETT COUNTY - More information about an alleged cover-up by some deputies and staff within the Burnett County Sheriff’s Department, regarding a fellow officer’s involvement in alleged domestic abuse incidents last year, has surfaced.

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Ballots ready Local voters go to the polls Tuesday, Nov. 6, to make choices for offices from county clerk to the president of the United States

by Gary King Leader editor BURNETT/POLK COUNTIES - By the time this week’s issue of the Leader hits the streets, there will be fewer than seven days

before the Tuesday, Nov. 6, election in which Pok and Burnett County voters will join the nation in electing a president for the next four years.

While at the polling booths, they will also be choosing a county clerk, a state representative, a representative to Congress and a new U.S. senator from Wisconsin.

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TAYLORS FALLS, Minn. - The 28th-annual Lighting Festival announces the theme, all aboard, for this year’s event over Thanksgiving weekend, Nov. 23 to 25. Festival events will look at ways the city has journeyed over the years. It will honor the Taylors Falls Women’s Civic League on its 100th anniversary as an active organization and highlight one of their civic projects of helping to fund furnishings in the Memorial Community Center through the sale of their popular birthday calendars. After train service ended in 1948, the railroad depot was designated the Memorial Community Center to honor five local men killed in World War II. The ornament, a tinted black and white photo image of the depot as it looked in 1948, reminds us how buildings often change their usage. Again this year, it was produced by Denny Betterley at St. Croix Valley Machine. The festival elves encourage families home for the weekend to attend at least five events during the festival. It’s a great way to build family holiday memories. Go to lightingfestival.com and Facebook for the three-day schedule with map and to see the Lighting Festival video. Christmas at the 1855 Folsom

House highlights Victorian trimmings to complement its period furniture. The theme is played out, as well, in the 1852 Town House School with a display of trains made by the third-graders as actors Marilyn Mays and Jim Walker perform “A Christmas Quilt,” stitching together holiday stories and poems for the whole family to enjoy. The photo above is of the Taylors Falls Railroad depot in 1948. It was built in 1902 as a Northern Pacific depot. The track goes north, over a trestle, behind the houses on Bench Street, to the turntable near the river dike area. Series two ornaments are about Taylors Falls area historic places. The $10 ornament is available in many TF downtown stores starting Thursday, Nov. 1. The She Shop is the only place to purchase 2010 and 2011 ornaments to complete the series two set. - submitted

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SIREN - A barn at the Dan and Becky Strabel farm west of Siren was destroyed by fire Tuesday evening, Oct. 30.

The fire was first noticed by the Strabel’s son, Alan, at around 11:15 p.m. Some chickens were lost in the fire, but family members were able to get all the cows out safely.

“Fifteen minutes later and we probably couldn’t have,” noted Becky.

Firefighters from Siren, Grantsburg, Webster, Frederic and St. Croix/Hertel responded to the fire and stayed through the night. The last of the firefighters left the scene at approximately 5 a.m.

It is believed the fire may have started in the haymow or silo room and could have been electrical.

“We are glad firefighters were able to contain it to the barn,” Becky said. “We will be moving the milk cows to a farm in Alpha and, of course, we had two fresh cows this morning.” - with submitted information

Man seriously injured in fall from tree stand BURNETT COUNTY - A Burnett County man was seriously injured Saturday morning, Oct. 27, when fe fell from a tree stand after his safety harness broke.

Terry Olson could not move after falling to the ground, and it took seven hours for searchers to find him. An ambulance was disptached to Lee Road in the Town of Lincoln at 3:06 p.m.

Olson was airlifted from the Burnett County Airport at Siren to a Twin Cities hospital where he was hospitalized with neck, back and other injuries.

Olson reportedly underwent a 14-hourlong surgery, according to a friend. He remained hospitalized as of Tuesday. - with information from Burnett County Sheriff’s Dept.

A new tree was donated to the playground area at the St. Croix Falls Elementary.

The gift came from the Parents of the Elementary Saints and was planted by a group of student helpers and Latchkey Supervisor Joann Gray. Gray is also the owner of Sunshine Gardens north of St. Croix Falls. Shown are Joann Gray, Erin Gray, MaKenna Shannon, Cooper Thorsten and John Bateman. - Photo by first-grade student Brooklin Hoverman

Wisconsin Fresh Start seeks participants Wisconsin Fresh Start has a new location in Webster. They are currently accepting applications from at-risk 18- to 24-year-olds who would like to get their HSED or raise their proficiency in math or reading and learn home-building on-the-job training skills. Interested students from Webster and the surrounding communities including Siren, Spooner, Grantsburg, Danbury, Hertel, Webb Lake, Frederic and more are encouraged to apply. The program runs Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Students get paid for hours in the classroom and on the job site. At the completion of 900 hours, students receive a $2,775 grant, which can be used at a postsecondary education program. Interested individuals are encouraged to call Dan or Kyri at 715-866-4441 or 715-415-5255 with questions and to get an application. Applications are also available online at the Job Center of Wisconsin. Wisconsin Fresh Start, a division of the Indianhead Community Action Agency, is partnering with Habitat for Humanity. They broke ground on a new home on Sept. 29. Shown (L to R) are Dan Gunderson, construction supervisor; Terry Fish, crew member; and Kyri Kopp, program director/teacher. - Photo submitted

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Luck School District Administrator to resign Palmer has served district since 2000

by Mary Stirrat Leader staff writer LUCK — Rick Palmer, school administrator of the Luck School District, submitted his letter of retirement re s i g n a t i o n during a closed session of the Monday, Oct. 29, meeting of the school Rick Palmer board of edu— Photo courcation.

The board tesy of Luck a c c e p t e d Schools Palmer’s retirement, which is effective June 30, 2013. He came to the Luck School District in July 2000, at the start of the 2000-01 school year.

A committee of school board members is being formed to explore ideas concerning the configuration of the school’s administration. This committee will report back to the full board with options to consider.

Woman receives fifth DUI on ATV

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer CLAYTON – A 50-year-old Clayton woman is facing felony charges of driving while intoxicated after she is alleged to have been driving drunk on an all-terrain vehicle, without headlights or licenses, on a roadway that doesn’t allow Christenson the machines.

According to the Polk County Sheriff’s Department, the incident occurred in the early-evening hours in Clayton, near the junction of Fifth Street and CTH D, when a stationary police officer noted a woman drive past him on an ATV without headlights or taillights and no license plate. The road was not authorized for ATV operation.

When the driver pulled over, the officer noticed she had an odor of intoxicants and was known to the officer from previous contacts, and was also known to be on probation.

The driver was identified as Caroline Christenson, 50, Clayton. She was given a field sobriety test, which led to her arrest by the officer and eventual charges for felony DUI (fifth).

Charges were filed the next day, and Christenson made a court appearance before Judge Molly GaleWyrick, where she set a $5,000 signature bond and a preliminary hearing for Tuesday, Oct. 30.

However, Christenson’s attorney filed a motion on Oct. 26, which led to a dismissal of those charges by the judge.

Prosecutors filed subsequent charges of operating an ATV while intoxicated on Tuesday, Oct. 30, but no court date had been set by press time.

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Grantsburg to Burnett County:

‘Co-locate your transmitter on our towers’

by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer GRANTSBURG – The Grantsburg Village Board has raised objections to a proposed radio tower that Burnett County and Mosaic would like to build on the Burnett County fairgrounds in Grantsburg. The issue was a main object of discussion at a special village board meeting Monday, Oct. 29. Three members of the fair association were present to respond to questions raised at Oct. 8, village board meeting.

The main message from the village board is that Grantsburg has a wireless tower ordinance stating that new transmitters must try to co-locate on existing towers, and new towers will not be permitted unless it is proven that co-location is not possible.

The message from the fair board is that the possible location of a tower on the fairgrounds was a Burnett County decision.

Burnett County and Mosaic, a Cameron communications company, have applied to the village for a conditional use permit to build the tower. The county would use the tower to expand emergency communications.

Mosaic would use the tower to expand its service area. The application was based on an agreement between the county and the Burnett County Agricultural Society (the fair association) dated July 5.

Grantsburg Village Board members and staff say they were unaware of a possible new tower at the fairgrounds until the Oct. 8, meeting, do not know if co-location on existing towers was considered and were not aware of the fair board action even though the village is an owner of the fairgrounds property. The village board took no action on the conditional use permit Monday night other than pointing out that the co-location ordinance is village policy and raising new questions. The issue will next be considered by the village at a public hearing Nov. 12.

The village board comments Six of the seven village board members, Roger Panek, Tasha Burilini-Olson, Val Johnson, Earl Mosley, Gregory Peer and Glenn Rolloff, were present, and most of them made comments on the tower issue. The discussions

Three members of the Burnett Fair Association Board (L to R), Jerry Kozak, Quentin Miller and Bruce Scheider, presented tower information at the Grantsburg Village Board meeting, Monday, Oct. 29. - Photo by Gregg Westigard

took place during the appearance of the fair association members early in the meeting and again at the end of the meeting when the tower was again on the agenda.

Burilini-Olson said co-location is the intent of the village for ascetic reasons and to avoid a proliferation of towers. She said the village action on this issue will set a precedent for future tower requests. Burilini-Olson said she is concerned about the public need for a better emergency communication system but pointed out that the village had no knowledge this application was coming.

Rolloff asked why the county had not sought a location on one of the existing village locations, the water tower and the monopole, each of which have the elevation needed. He said the village could donate a site on the water tower to the county.

Rolloff said he does not want a tower farm in the village. He said the board needs to take a step back from the issue.

“Why are they putting the rush on us,” Johnson asked. “Are they slamming this through for their purposes? Is there an alternative motive somewhere? We have two possible locations for them. They must use one of those sites or prove that they can’t.”

The timing of the proposal was raised as an issue. Fire Chief Derek Zeiler and Police Chief Jeff Schinzing said the requirement for an upgraded emergency communications system has been known for years.

“It has been out there for 10 years,” Zeiler said. “The county has its back to the wall. It has dragged its feet on the issue. A deadline is coming to meet the requirements. If the county has a

plan, Jeff and I haven’t seen it.”

Mosley said the fairgrounds site is the county’s gift to Mosaic and a way for the county to get out of a bind.

Panek said he recommends the tower location for the county and added that the village is still finding out new information on the tower. He added, “We were never contacted.”

The fair association comments Jerry Kozak, Quentin Miller and Bruce Scheider, three members of the fair association board, were present at the meeting to relate events that led up to the agreement with the county and explain the relationship between the fair society and the village.

Scheider gave some background on the ownership of the fairgrounds. He said originally shares were sold to raise money for a fairground. In the 1970s the shares were recalled and purchased by the neighboring municipalities. The fair is now owned by the Towns of Anderson, Grantsburg, Trade Lake, West Marshland and Wood River and the village of Grantsburg. Scheider said each government makes a payment to the fair each year to cover the cost of insurance. (The village has budgeted $435 for the fair in 2012 and 2013.) He said the Burnett County Agricultural Society is the body that operates the fair for the governments, who meet as what Scheider calls the property committee.

Scheider said the county approached the association board and said it wanted to put a tower on the fairgrounds. He said the board wanted to help the county by providing the location and revenue was not an incentive.

“The county had decided they would use our site,” Kozak said.

Atempted homicide charge dismissed Danbury man gets probation in connection with pinning man against tavern with pickup truck

by Sherill Summer Leader staff writer SIREN – The incident in Danbury on Jan. 12, 2010, caused quite a sensation beyond Burnett County borders and caused considerable damage to the Last Cast Bar. But there were no TV cameras in the courtroom during Michael Lunsman’s sentencing Monday, Oct. 22.

Lunsman, 45, Danbury, was sentenced to a concurrent threeyear probation on five different charges. Five consecutive jail sentences totaling 28 months were stayed, meaning he will not be jailed unless he breaks probation. The most serious of Lunsman’s charges, a class B Felony, first-degree attempted homicide charge was dismissed.

With the homicide charge dis-

missed, the most serious charge Luns m a n pleaded no contest to was an OWI causing injury, and with the nocontest plea, Lunsman he was essentially not disputing the narrative from the police report, which stated that at about 1:30 a.m. on Jan. 12, 2010, Lunsman drove his truck, under the influence of alcohol, into the side of the Last Cast Bar in Danbury, pinning Ckyle Gill, then 41, South St. Paul, Minn., between the truck and the wall of the bar. This followed an earlier altercation in the bar between Lunsman and Gill. After the altercation was broken up, Lunsman threatened to kill Gill, left the bar, got into his truck and drove away, traveling east on Hwy. 77. But he soon turned around and was driving back toward the bar. Meanwhile, Gill

left the bar and was walking in front of the bar when Lunsman drove into Gill. With Gill still pinned to the wall, Lunsman fled the scene. He was arrested at the grocery store soon after.

The five charges Lunsman was sentenced on were three disorderly conducts, an obstructing an officer and the OWI causing injury. One disorderly conduct and the obstructing an officer stem from an incident on July 12, 2009.

During the course of probation, Lunsman must pay $4,358.36 in restitution, maintain absolute sobriety, follow all doctor recommendations and take all medication. He is to have no contact with Gill or the staff at Last Cast Bar. His license is revoked for 24 months, and he must get an alcohol assessment.

Once the 24-month license revocation is up, he must reinstate his driver’s license. After two years, he can apply for early discharge from probation if he has meet all the conditions of probation.

“It was their decision, not ours.

They weren’t giving us a choice at first.”

Kozak said that four members of the 19-member association board met with Gary Therkelsen, a wireless consultant working for Mosaic, in May. He said an agreement was reached between the association and the county.

That agreement was approved by both parties on July 5. (It was not clear whether the agreement was first presented to the property committee of the government owners.) The agreement and an agreement between the county and Mosaic dated Aug. 10 led to the conditional use permit application submitted to the village on Oct. 4.

Still more election candidates Registered write-ins add four more choices

by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer NORTHWEST WISCONSIN – For voters who want more choices, four more candidates have registered as write-in candidates with the Government Accountability Board. The list, as of Wednesday, Oct. 24, includes a candidate for the U.S. Senate, a candidate for the 7th Congressional District, and two more candidates for president.

The candidates for president, in addition to the seven names on the ballot, are Ross C. Rocky Anderson and Roseanne Barr.

Anderson, the Justice Party candidate, is a former mayor of Salt Lake City. His running mate is Luis J. Rodriguez.

Barr is that Roseanne, the actress and comedian, running as the Americans Elect candidate in Wisconsin and the Peace and Freedom candidate in other states. Her running mate is Cindy Lee Sheehan, a peace and justice activist.

Riley J. Hood is running for the open U.S. Senate seat as the Constitution Party candidate. He attempted to get on the ballot earlier but failed to obtain enough signatures. Constitution Party presidential candidate Virgil Goode is on the ballot.

Dale C. Lehner is running for the 7th District congressional seat as an independent “reasonable citizen.” He lives in Prairie Lake, near Chetek, where he is town chair. His views can be found at reasonablecitizen.com.

A memo from the GAB says that while all write-in votes must be counted, the votes of registered write-ins must be recorded separately, while nonregistered write-in votes are grouped together as scattered.

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Marina owners file court order to stop road Temporary injunction claims city had no right to allow access construction

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer ST. CROIX FALLS – The owners of the Wild River Marina filed for a judicial court order and restraining order to temporarily halt construction of an access road at the marina, as the ongoing saga moves to a new venue.

According to court documents filed last week in Polk County Civil Court, Dean and Sherry Cameron, owners of the Wild River Marina on the St. Croix River, sought an injunction to halt construction of a driveway/access road on unopened blocks of Franklin and Missouri streets in St. Croix Falls.

The court order halts construction across the marina property that was part of a recent development agreement between the city of St. Croix Falls and property owners Dean and Patricia Andrie and Wayne Swenson, who have been part of an ongoing disagreement over access to their riverfront property across the marina.

The temporary restraining order and in-

junction was approved by Judge Jeffrey Anderson, who will address the issue and complaint at a scheduled Wednesday, Nov. 21, hearing.

According to the court documents, the Camerons are alleging the city has no authority to allow private driveway construction on the land, in spite of the city’s claim that the land is city easement on undeveloped streets, alleviating the issue of no public easement for the Andries and Cameron, who are otherwise landlocked.

The St. Croix Falls Common Council recently approved a permit to allow the construction of a private driveway/access road on the unopened portions of Franklin and Missouri streets, alleviating access issues between the parties regarding access to property and river access for Andrie/Swenson.

In the lawsuit, the Camerons claim that the portions of roadway granted for construction were legally considered abandoned by the city, and that they had no right to allow construction on the property. They claim the property reverted back to the marina, as it had been used by the current and past owners of the marina, dating back to 1948, when the marina was first opened, with several owner/ operators since.

The Camerons claim that the property

is, in essence, theirs, and hence that the city went beyond their legal right to allow the roadway. The Camerons claim irreparable harm from the construction and sought the injunction so they can proceed with a civil suit against Andrie and Swenson.

In the documents, the attorneys for the Camerons and the marina cite state statute regarding town road abandonment, and reference it as applicable to city ordinance.

However, the city of St. Croix Falls is not named in the suit, which seemed ironic, since they are the party granting the construction rights.

In essence, the lawsuit is the latest salvo between the various parties, which stems from a long-held dispute regarding access to the Andrie /Swenson properties and docks across the marina land. The Camerons had sought rental fees for access across their property and the city property they lease for access to the Andrie/Swenson properties, which they disputed and refused to pay.

That access issue led to the numerous legal challenges and the most recent agreement with the city regarding construction of the private roadway on those specific unopened portions of Missouri and Franklin streets, which the city maintains has been an easement all along.

The marina technically does not own any riverfront property and actually leases eight river access lots of Block 60 to the west of the actual Wild River Marina property, connecting their property to the riverway and their docks.

City officials were not available for comment on the latest lawsuit at press time, and would likely not be able to comment, as it is technically active litigation.

However, in a strange twist on the Camerons claim that the city does not have the authority to grant private driveway/access road construction on the property in question, the marina group recently sought common council approval for storage of boats and other equipment on half of that same platted portion of Franklin Street. The draft resolution even states, “That Wild River Marina recognizes the ownership of Franklin Street right of way as that of the city.”

That issue was discussed but was not acted upon at the council’s Monday, Oct. 29, regular meeting, with no mention of the pending legal action.

The court injunction is set for a Nov. 21 court hearing before Judge Jeffrey Anderson.

Burnett County deputies/from page 1 thought they were smarter than everybody else.”

Eight of the department’s staff have been disciplined or fired for their parts in the alleged cover-up thus far, including two jailer/dispatchers and two road deputies, all terminated in July by Sheriff Dean Roland. The two road deputies remain on paid leave, as required under state law in such cases, pending appeals.

A ninth member of the sheriff’s staff involved - the road deputy who was accused of domestic abuse in two separate 911 calls in February and March of 2011 is also on paid leave, pending investigation by the state Department of Criminal Investigation.

That investigation will be turned over to Burnett County District Attorney William Norine this Friday, Nov. 2.

Norine will then begin the process of turning over the DCI investigation and information from the sheriff’s department’s own investigation to a yet-to-be-named special prosecutor.

“There is more to be done, but we continue to work for justice in this matter,” Roland stated. He said he could not legally comment further on details of the case.

Reinstatement recommended It was ruled Oct. 16 by independent hearing officer Jeffrey Kohler - who heard testimony Sept. 27 regarding the appeals of fired dispatchers Maya King and David Taylor - that King’s termination was “arbitrary and capricious” and that her discipline should be modified to 15 days suspension without pay and that she should be reinstated with the department with back pay awarded.

Roland said this week that he would not contest that ruling.

The termination of Taylor was sustained

by Kohler, an attorney who serves as corporation counsel for Washburn County and as the Spooner city attorney. Kohler noted evidence against Taylor was “overwhelming and damning.”

Meanwhile, the two officers who were fired, Thad Osborne and Travis Thieux, have filed a grievance, challenging their termination.

According to Burnett County Administrator Candace Fitzgerald, the attorney representing Osborne and Thieux submitted a settlement offer earlier this month to the county in lieu of filing arbitration, but there were questions on the part of the sheriff and chief deputy pertaining to the offer. If arbitration is filed by either side, the process could take several months, perhaps longer, depending on court schedules which have been burdened in recent weeks with an increase of case filings to the Wisconsin Employers Relation Commission in the wake of the recent ruling on Act 10.

Meanwhile, details of any role played by those officers in this case remains unknown.

Case history Kohler, in rendering his eight-page ruling, used testimony at a Sept. 27 hearing and information gathered in interviews in May of this year by independent detective Dean Meyer.

Burnett County Deputy Christopher Culvey became the focal point of a Polk County Human Services investigation in early 2011, accused of child sexual assault. Polk County Sheriff Peter Johnson informed Burnett County Sheriff Dean Roland of the investigation and that Culvey’s girlfriend had complained she had made two phone calls to Burnett County sheriff’s dispatch center but that no action had been taken.

Roland launched his own investigation but found the only surviving documentation of the incidents were two computeraided dispatch files - or CADs - in the sheriff’s VISIONS program. The incidents had not been flagged or reported as potential domestic abuse cases.

More investigation showed that Culvey’s girlfriend placed two 911 calls to the Burnett County sheriff’s dispatch center one shortly after 8 a.m. on Feb. 9, 2011, and one at about 8:30 p.m. on March 24, 2011.

The calls were taken by dispatchers Maya King and David Taylor, respectively.

Records show King dispatched a Webster village officer to Culvey’s girlfriend’s home, since the home is located in that municipality. A Burnett County deputy was also at the scene though it is not clear if King actually dispatched the deputy. In a May 3 interview with independent investigator Dean Meyer, King admitted she changed the call type from “domestic” to “disturbance” in the department’s CAD system. That change was made at 8:34 a.m. Later, at 10:25 a.m., she changed the “ages of the children” entry to specify no age listed. At 12:33 p.m., she again changed the call type to “disagreement between male and female.” All told, 19 changes were made to the report although Roland testified at the hearing that those changes not touched upon in the investigative interview were inconsequential.

King testified she had not “flagged” the report for reference (required by department policy for domestic cases), nor had she informed her immediate supervisor of the incident (also required by sheriff’s policy). She said she could give no reasons for her actions other than “it was verbal only,” referring to what she understood the call to be concerning. She said she could hear Culvey and his girlfriend arguing during the 911 call.

Taylor handled the Feb. 9 call from Culvey’s girlfriend who, apparently in tears,

claimed that Culvey had thrown an object at her. Taylor stated at the hearing that his entry into the computer regarding the call was “complete and accurate enough to get the job done,” and “complete and accurate enough as to how we had been doing things in dispatch when it comes to CADs.” But in his ruling, Kohler says that Taylor did not dispatch the Webster officer to the scene and when that officer later called dispatch she was told she was not needed. He also notes Taylor made sure sheriff’s officers called him individually.

“Despite the high priority to be given domestic abuse calls, despite the need for urgent dispatch of law enforcement to a domestic abuse call as evinced in statute and policy, despite the fact that a Webster officer was clearly nearby, David felt the need to have the officers call him individually so that he could make the officers ‘aware of the situation,’” Kohler wrote.

“This action - having the officers call in by phone - reeks of cover-up. The clear implication was to keep the communication secret.”

Kohler also noted that the communication center’s supervisor that evening, Amy Thieux, was aware of the incident.

“It was to her house and that of her husband - one of the responding deputies that Culvey received an invitation to vacate his girlfriend’s premises and spend the night on the Thieux couch.”

“Neither (Taylor and King) could give a reason for their actions and omissions though those reasons are abundantly clear to all: they were protecting a fellow officer,” Kohler wrote. “I would have had a lot more respect for both grievants if during their interviews with Detective Meyer, they would have come clean and stated the obvious. By not coming clean, they impeded an investigation, a clear policy violation.”

Reasons for reinstatement In allowing King to be reinstated, Kohler wrote, in part, “her actions in changing the CAD entries, while wrongful, did not rise to the level of impeding the investigation of Christopher Culver.

Her actions did not disguise the incident.

The actions of other officers did that by not filing their reports on the Feb. 9, 2011, incident. Maya has no prior discipline and her evaluation was outstanding.”

In sustaining Taylor’s dismissal Kohler wrote, in part, “The evidence against David Taylor is overwhelming and damning. His defiance in the May 11, 2012, interview was evidenced in his behavior of March 24, 2011.”

“Think about it” Kohler noted that the comment by Taylor that it was “good enough to get the job done,” was said with confidence “because that’s the way things are done in the communications center.”

“Think about it - by not looking after No. 1, by instead looking after No. 2, both grievants did a massive disservice to themselves and their department,” Kohler wrote. “Had they properly entered their CADs, even leaving open the question of whether they notified their immediate supervisors within the chain of command (who no doubt were fully cognizant of the situation), they would not be in this compromised position. Instead, they face the anomalous situation whereby the main actor in this drama could end up reinstated without blemish to his record, leaving all the rest of the supporting cast stained with their epaulets torn off and their swords broken.”

- Kohler’s eight-page report can be downloaded in pdf form from our Web site at theleader.net

Deputies toy drive includes evening of entertainment DRESSER — The Polk County Deputies Association is hosting its toy drive Thursday, Nov. 29, at Trollhaugen Convention Center in Dresser.

Last year’s event brought in more than 200 toys and raised about $4,000.

These toys and the money were kept in the Polk County area to provide local children with Christmas gifts.

The theme of the Nov. 29 event is Role Models in the Community.

Keynote speaker for the evening is Rick Lombardo, with entertainment by mag-

ical entertainer Norm Barnhart, music

by Matthew Griswold and DJ Cary Jensen.

Cost for the fundraiser is $40 per ticket or $75 per couple. Those bringing a new, unwrapped toy are automatically entered in a drawing. There will also be raffle prizes and a silent auction.

Cocktail hour is at 6 p.m. with dinner following. Formal attire is requested.

For more information call 715-491-5909 or 715-491-5927, or e-mail to polktoys4tots@yahoo.com. – submitted

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School canceled to celebrate girls volleyball run to state Teacher concerns, DPI report card discussed

by Mary Stirrat Leader staff writer LUCK — The Luck volleyball team moves to state this Friday, Nov. 2, and the school board voted Monday night, Oct. 29, to make Friday a “field trip day” to allow as many students as possible to attend the game.

Luck, with a record of 29 wins and six losses, defeated Clayton in sectionals to qualify for the state tournament. They will face Catholic Central in the Division 4 semifinals Friday morning. The game is slated for 10 a.m.

The team will leave Thursday morning after a short, schoolwide, pep fest. A fan bus will leave the school at 3:15 a.m. Friday.

WIAA will live stream the game on its Web site, said high school Principal Mark Gobler.

DPI report card Last week, the state released report cards on each school district across the state, scoring students in reading and writing in four priority areas (see last week’s Leader for story).

At the Oct. 29 meeting of the school board, Luck’s 7-12 school counselor, Rachel Berg, discussed the report cards and what they mean for the district.

Starting last year, said Berg, schools are being held to higher expectations in college and career readiness. Scores of the traditional Wisconsin Knowledge and Concepts Examination were converted to the new National Assessment of Educational Progress, and 71 percent of students dropped at least one proficiency level.

In both the K-6 elementary school and the 7-12 high school, students were scored in four priority areas in the subjects of math and science. These four areas are student achievement, student growth, closing gaps (having all students improve while lifting lower-performing student groups), and being on track for success after graduation.

The school receives a score in each of these areas, which are averaged together for the overall accountability score and rating. The report cards indicated that the elementary school meets expectations,

while the high school meets few expectations.

“We know we’ve got some work ahead of us,” said Berg, “but we’re going to do what we have to do.”

The district has typically scored lower in math and reading, said Dean Rousch spoke to the Gobler, and board regarding NUE conhigher in scicerns. – Photos by Mary Stirrat ence and social studies.

“We should do better,” he said. “No one debates that.”

As the science and social studies components are added to the report card, added district Administrator Rick Palmer, the scores will more accurately reflect the school’s standing.

In the past, said Berg, students have known that the assessment tests do not count in their grades and have not always taken them seriously. “That needs to change over the next years,” she said.

Teacher concerns Teacher concerns over the new employee handbook discussed at last month’s meeting of the board were again on the agenda, with Dean Rousch speaking on behalf of the school’s Northwest United Educators Union.

Among ongoing concerns of teachers, according to a letter from NUE to the board and Palmer, is that teachers nearing retirement age did not see the changes in retirement benefits until after they had signed on to teach another year.

When asked about this later, Palmer said the board’s position is that teachers were aware that their 2011-12 contract would expire the day before the inservice for the 2012-13 school year, when the new handbook would be presented. “We believe they had numerous reasons and statements from us that things would not remain status quo for 2012-13,” he said.

The NUE letter states that the teachers “strongly disagree with this practice as it

can be quite deceptive,” and asked the board to consider allowing those who could have retired at the end of the last school year but didn’t to have the same benefits as those offered last spring.

The letter also discussed the reductions in take-home pay that resulted from changes in contract language. The reduction of sick leave, the additional 5.8-percent contribution to retirement benefits, and the 12-percent increase in health-care contributions all create “financial hardships” on the staff, the letter said.

One of last month’s concerns was the fact that the new employee handbook cuts from six to five the number of years the district will pay 88 percent of health insurance premiums before the retiree becomes eligible for Medicare. Following that meeting, the board agreed to allow the allotted $77,947 per retiree to be stretched over eight years if the employee desires to retire eight years before Medicare eligibility is reached.

Rousch and NUE thanked the board for this decision and asked if the policy could be amended to recognize length of service.

Teacher effectiveness School administration attended a training workshop at CESA No. 6 on teacher effectiveness, a requirement of No Child Left Behind, designed to evaluate teachers and assist them to improve effectiveness in order to improve student achievement.

“It’s very much a partnership with the teachers,” said elementary Principal Ann Goldbach. “It’s really a good program.

It’s going to be a really good thing, I think, for the school.”

Goldbach noted that teachers will be observed in the classroom by principals, and principals will be observed by the school administrator. The teaching staff and principals will create and submit a log that documents what and how they are teaching in relation to new national standards.

Teachers will be consistently evaluated throughout the state, added Gobler.

The evaluation process will be “rolled out” for the teaching staff at a Dec. 12 inservice. It must be fully implemented by the 2014-15 school year, said Palmer, but it may take two or three additional years to get it all working smoothly.

Other business •Luck Community Education Director

Rachel Berg, 7-12 counselor at Luck, explained the DPI report card.

Amy Aguado updated the board on current and upcoming classes, saying that the January - May WITC classes are being finalized. She asked the board for input to make sure the program is as effective as possible.

• Gobler reported that a committee has been formed to look at preparing students for taking the ACT test. A pre-ACT study time and pretest can be set up through Peterson’s, a company that purposes to prepare students for college and career. “We think this will help them prepare,” Gobler said of the students. More and more students, he noted, are taking the ACT. • Final enrollment and state numbers are now available, and the board certified the school tax levy at $3,017,430, about $27,000 less than the amount approved at the Sept. 24 annual meeting. The taxing mill rate is $9.81 per $1,000 in equalized property value, down from the $9.89 approved in September but higher than last year’s rate of $9.30.

• Palmer discussed summer school, noting that declining enrollment and new state methods of counting mean that Luck had just one summer school student this past summer, for $9,000 in revenue. “The fact is,” he said, “we’ve got less kids, so we’re serving less kids.” The enrollment count on the third Friday in September, used to determine state aid, was 482 this year, compared with 498 in 2011, 515 in 2010 and 540 in 2009.

• The board approved the hiring of Kate Hauer as the new high school secretary, to replace retiring Debbie Wickstrom. Hauer will start Dec. 10, with Dec. 31 as Wickstrom’s last day.

Burnett budget proposal leads to policy meeting for supervisors

by Carl Heidel Leader staff writer SIREN – Burnett County supervisors met in a special policy session Tuesday, Oct. 30, to grapple with issues raised by the proposed 2013 county budget. The special meeting was generated by a series of issues that Burnett County Administrator Candace Fitzgerald brought up when she presented the budget proposal at the supervisors regular board meeting Thursday, Oct. 25.

In the initial budget discussion, Fitzgerald had pointed out that the county is financially sound. With a current spending rate averaging approximately $1 million per month, there are some months with cash flow issues when only limited revenues are coming into county coffers, but she said that the county can move safely through these periods because of its policy of careful fiscal management.

The careful management of the past 10 years has given the county a $2.6 million undesignated general fund balance that it can spend for necessary projects over the next few years, but the question now is simply how best to guide those expenditures. Fitzgerald has identified $6.4 million in infrastructure development costs that will confront the county in the next three years, and the question is where will the money come from for those expenses.

County government gets most of its funds from the county property taxes.

How much money those taxes generate depends on the state equalized valuation, or worth of the property, and that valuation has been declining over the last several years. Fitzgerald says that this decline is not limited to Burnett County, but that almost all Wisconsin counties are facing a decline in the SEV. From 2009 through 2012, the SEV de-

clined by an average of 7.8 percent per county, but in Burnett the drop was 13.7 percent in that time period. The decline has brought Burnett from a ranking of the fifth highest increase in SEV in the state in 2002, to sixty-eighth in the state (out of 72 counties) in 2012, a dramatic decline.

At the same time that property values are dropping, reducing the taxable income base, the population size of the county is also declining, and the average age of county residents is increasing. In addition, the county lacks an industrial base that offers an opportunity for generating new funding sources.

“These are red flags,” said Fitzgerald, “and if you spend money (for special projects) you need to know how you will replace it.” She said that daily operations are safe, and that careful spending will protect that.

Because Burnett is financially strong now, it is able to consider various options for paying for coming capital expenditures. Tuesday’s discussion included a lengthy consideration that weighed the benefits of bonding for projects or borrowing for them.

One of the questions Fitzgerald presented to the supervisors was whether they wanted to apply for a bond rating now, when the county is in a strong financial position, that would secure a lower interest rate when acquiring funds for future projects. The supervisors decided to explore the possibility of seeking a rating, and to present that decision for a vote at the next regular board meeting Tuesday, Nov. 13.

The supervisors also decided to develop a fund balance policy that would determine how fund balances can be spent. In conjunction with that, they agreed to develop a capital improvement plan to deal

with the county’s capital needs.

Among the issues Fitzgerald raised was the question of how to handle the unfunded Wisconsin retirement loan of $1.2 million. The loan was taken out 10 years ago with a variable interest rate, and consideration is being given to pay off the loan either with a drawdown from the general fund or with another loan at a lower interest rate. The decision on how to deal with this loan will be contingent on what the supervisors determine relative to securing a bond rating.

Among the other budget matters that the supervisors must address is the question of when and how to pay for the new

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communication towers. Some of that decision will be determined by further discussions with Polk County on development of a regional dispatch center.

This led to discussion of the possibility of sharing resources and programs with other municipalities as a cost-cutting measure. Some of this is already happening in the areas of law enforcement, highways and forestry.

By the end of the meeting, the supervisors had not resolved the knotty budgetary questions the county faces, but they had initiated discussion of processes for addressing these issues.

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Rice Lake Elks Association presents dictionaries to Webster students

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The Webster School District’s third grade received dictionaries from the Rice Lake Elks Association. The dictionaries are given every year to the third-grade class.

Lynn Dunham, an Elks member, presented the dictionaries to this year’s students. – Photo submitted

(Oct. 17, 24, 31) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY HIWAY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION 111 Empire Drive St. Paul, MN 55103-1899, Plaintiff, vs.

PACE PROPERTY ENTERPRISES, LLC P.O. Box 881 St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin 54024 AARON R. PACE 13294 Andrews Avenue Lindstrom, MN 55045 KENDRA N. PACE 13294 Andrews Avenue Lindstrom, MN 55045 ABC PARTNERSHIP, XYZ CORPORATION, JOHN DOE AND MARY ROE, Defendants.

File No. 12CV296 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE (Foreclosure of Mortgage30404) PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of and pursuant to a Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, Order for Judgment and Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above action on July 9, 2012, I will sell at public auction at the front lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, in the City of Balsam Lake, County of Polk, Wisconsin 54810 on November 15, 2012, at 10:00 o’clock a.m., all of the following described mortgaged premises, to-wit: The South 17.83 feet of Lot One (1), Block Thirty-two (32), Original Plat of the City of St. Croix Falls.

TERMS OF SALE: Cash at time of sale, by certified funds, 10% of any bid. The certified funds must be drawn payable to “Clerk of Court, Polk County”.

Two party checks are not acceptable. The successful bidder must pay to the Sheriff, IMMEDIATELY following conclusion of the sale, 10% of the successful bid price by certified funds. If the successful bidder is unable to immediately pay the requisite deposit (10% of their bid price), the Sheriff shall accept the deposit from the next highest bidder at the sale having the required certified funds.

Plaintiff Hiway Federal Credit Union may bid by receipt to the extent permit by Wisconsin law and previous orders of the court.

The balance of the accepted bid price shall be paid by certified funds, within 10 days of confirmation of sale as required by law.

Dated at Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, this 10th day of October, 2012. /s/ Peter Johnson Sheriff of Polk County, Wis. Glen E. Schumann MOSS & BARNETT, P.A. 90 South 7th Street 4800 Wells Fargo Center Minneapolis, MN 55402 571552 612-877-5282 WNAXLP

Burnett County budget presentation leads to policy meeting

by Carl Heidel Leader staff writer SIREN — Burnett County Administrator Candace Fitzgerald’s routine presentation of the proposed 2013 budget for Burnett County at the Thursday, Oct. 25, meeting of the county supervisors presented more issues than they could handle in one meeting. So they scheduled a special policy meeting to deal with the issues in depth.

In presenting the budget proposal, Fitzgerald told the supervisors that they confront a series of tough budget decisions in 2013. A combination of a sharp decline in county property evaluations, rising costs and capital infrastructure developments that cannot be put off have created the budget concerns.

At the same time, Fitzgerald pointed out that the county is in a strong financial position because of the supervisors’ careful management of county funds. This

Linda Harmon, a Grantsburg student, presented her award-winning speech on whooping cranes. Her speech was part of the annual conservation speech contest.

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Vote for a NEW PATH and a REAL RECOVERY on November 6 Reduce government spending and the deficit Cut taxes and simplify the tax code Reform and preserve Social Security and Medicare Allow consumer choice - not government choice - in health care Achieve energy independence Maintain strong national defense Secure our borders Safeguard our right to keep and bear arms Defend the right to life

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Burnett County Administrator Candace Fitzgerald told the board of supervisors that they have some difficult budgetary issues to consider for the 2013 budget. strength will give the county several favorable options as it deals with the new budget.

The policy meeting to address Fitzgerald’s concerns was scheduled to be held Tuesday, Oct. 30.

In other business the board listened to award-winning speeches from students Linda Harmon and Lucas Steimann; swore in student delegates to the board, Johanna Lauer, Jonathan D’Jock, Angela Christianson and Matthew Larson; approved resolutions adopting the district zoning map, setting county forest variable acreage share payments, the withdrawal of county forest land for the Myrick Lake fence encroachment problem, and sanctioning of the Burnett County Poverty Task Force; and received the annual report of the health and human services department.

KEEP LUCK SCHOOL DISTRICT STUDENTS AND SCHOOLS SAFE VOTE “YES” TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6 The $1.2 million referendum will fund basic, yet necessary, maintenance and repairs such as roofing, replacing bathroom fixtures, new fire alarm system & P/A voice system.

This is a no-impact referendum because the debt tax levy would still decrease almost 50% to pay for it.

Luck Schools: The heart of the community The Board of Education is doing Local labor will be contracted to make the exactly what the community asked them to repairs to Luck schools. do in a previous survey - keep expenses to a minimum.

Luck School District: “Preparing lifelong learners and responsible citizens.”

Maintain your investment in our children and schools.

Vote “YES” November 6 to keep our schools safe for our students and community.

For more information go the district Web site at www.lucksd.k12.wi.us, or call 715-472-2151.

Paid for by Luck YES Committee, Joshua Hetfeld, Treasurer.

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Reminds You to Vote!

November 6

Lucas Steimann, a student from Siren, warned the supervisors about a new invasive species, Hydrilla. His winning speech was part of the annual conservation speech contest.

Kate Peterson, director of the Burnett County Department of Health and Human Services, reported on her department’s 2011 activities.

U.S. PRESIDENT/VICE PRESIDENT Barack Obama/Joe Biden.........................................................

U.S. SENATE Tammy Baldwin..........................................................................

7TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT Pat Kreitlow.................................................................................

10TH STATE SENATE DISTRICT Dan Olson....................................................................................

28TH STATE ASSEMBLY DISTRICT Adam Bever..................................................................................

73RD STATE ASSEMBLY DISTRICT Nick Milroy..................................................................................

75TH STATE ASSEMBLY DISTRICT Stephen Smith.............................................................................

COUNTY CLERK Wanda Hinrichs..........................................................................

REGISTER OF DEEDS Jeanine Chell................................................................................

COUNTY TREASURER Joanne Pahl..................................................................................

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Contact County Clerk for Voting Information, 715-349-2173

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Call: 715-869-6081 Burnett County Clerk Wanda Hinrichs (right) administered the oath of office to student representatives to the board of supervisors. Pictured from the left, Johanna Lauer from Grantsburg, Jonathan D’Jock, the alternative, from Siren, Angela Christianson from Webster and Matthew Larson from Siren.

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Voters there are being asked to approve a $1.2 million bond issue to finance school improvement projects.

Voters in the Towns of Scott and Swiss in Burnett County are holding advisory referendums on whether ATV use should be allowed on the town roads. For a listing of all six area referendums, see separate story below.

The candidates have faced off in debates twice thus far in the election and the Leader’s Web site features one of those debates as covered by the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel. The 7th District encompasses the northern half of Wisconsin.

U.S. Senate Erik Severson

Patrice Bjorklund

Wanda Hinrichs

Burnett County clerk

Burnett County Clerk Wanda Hinrichs is facing a challenger this year, Patrice Bjorklund. The elected position is on the November ballot. The winner will start a four-year term of office in January.

Adam Bever

State Rep. Erik Severson, Republican, is seeking his second term in District 28, which includes the southern half of Burnett County, most of Polk County, and the Somerset area of St. Croix County. His Democratic Party opponent is Adam Bever.

The district lines for the 2012 election are very similar to the present lines. Three towns in Burnett County have been moved to other districts and Beaver has been switched for the Clear Lake area in Polk County.

Leader’s election page

Profiles of candidates for were published earlier in the Leader and that story may be read online at the Leader’s Web site, theleader.net by clicking on “Election preview.”

Following is an overview of the rest of the races on the ballot for voters in Burnett and Polk counties. Detailed candidate profile information, recording of forums in which candidates discussed topics from jobs to frac mining to taxes, along with information on voting in general, can be found at our election preview page online.

28th Assembly District

Roger Rivard

Stephen Smith

Freshman state Rep. Roger Rivard, R-Rice Lake, faces Stephen Smith, D-Shell Lake. A Wisconsin Public Radio forum featuring the two candidates is part of the Leader’s online election preview. The 75th District includes much of southern Washburn County, all of Barron County and small parts of St. Croix, Dunn, Burnett and Polk counties.

Sean Duffy

Pat Kreitlow

7th Congressional District

First-term Rep. Sean Duffy, R-Hayward, who succeeded longtime Rep. David Obey, is being challenged by former newscaster and state Sen. Pat Kreitlow, D-Chippewa Falls.

• Joe Heller •

Tammy Baldwin

Joseph Kexel

Nimrod Y.U. Allen III

75th Assembly District

No races

There are no races in the 73rd state Assembly District, represented by Nick Milroy, or the 25th state Senate District, represented by Robert Jauch.

Both districts include portions of Burnett County.

There are also not races for offices of county clerk, treasurer, register of deeds and district attorney in Polk County - and no races for treasurer, register of deeds or district attorney in Burnett County.

Tommy Thompson

A former Wisconsin governor and current member of Congress are the forerunners in a race to fill a seat being vacated by longtime U.S. Sen. Herb Kohl, who chose to not seek re-election. Republican Tommy Thompson and Democrat Tammy Baldwin are joined on the ballot by Libertarian Joseph Kexel and IDEA Party candidate Nimrod Y.U. Allen III.

Referendum issues on ballot for some voters

by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer BURNETT/POLK COUNTIES – There are six local referendum issues on the ballot Tuesday, Nov. 6, including two school funding referendums, two advisory votes on ATV use and two votes on making town officers appointed positions. The issues are on the ballots in the Luck and Turtle Lake school districts, the Town of Georgetown in Polk County and the towns of Scott and Swiss in Burnett County.

The school issues

Turtle Lake School District voters are being asked to approve a five-year levy override of $1.785 million to cover deficits and address a number of areas. Details on the proposal can be found on the district Web site turtlelake.k12.wi.us. The district includes much of the towns of Beaver and Johnstown in Polk County.

Luck School District residents also have a funding referendum on the ballot (see separate story).

The district includes the village of Luck and much of the Towns of Laketown, Luck, Bone Lake, McKinley and Johnstown.

Appointing officers

Towns have the option of making the offices of clerk and treasurer appointed, rather than elected, positions. Georgetown residents will vote on making the town clerk an appointed office. In Trade Lake, the clerk is already appointed, and the voters will decide if their treasurer should also be.

Views expressed on these pages do not necessarily reflect the views of management or board members.

• Election letters•

As noted in recent issues of the Leader, last week’s Leader was the final issue in which we published letters pertaining to candidates prior to the Nov. 6 general election. We reserve the final issue prior to the elecATVs on town roads tion for candidate statements and/or The Towns of Scott and Swiss are holding clarifications. - Editor advisory referendums on whether ATV use should be allowed on the town roads.

Leader election information Go to the-leader.net and click on “Election preview.”

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COMMUNITY I ask for your vote Nov. 6 Editor’s note: The author is a candidate for the 28th Assembly District seat and is published here under our guidelines that allow letters from candidates the final issue prior to the Tuesday, Nov. 6 election. No other candidates submitted letters.

To the constituents of the 28th Assembly District: The campaigns are drawing to a close, and it’s time for you, the voter, to make your decision. In this letter, I hope to answer a few questions that have been raised about my candidacy.

Some people have asserted that I am running because of Act 10. This is not true. Months before Act 10 was passed, I observed that campaigns were designed to get as many of their party members elected so they could pass bills without bi-

partisan cooperation. This was happening on both sides of the aisle. I believe this is a fundamental flaw in government.

Representatives need to listen to their constituents, research the issue and vote according to what’s best for their district and state. This may or may not fall along party lines. This cuts to the heart of why I am running for the state Assembly.

Another concern that has been voiced involves my high school band. If elected, there is a plan in place to keep the high school band program strong. When not involved in Assembly duties, I will still be working with the music department at school. There will be help from within the music department to make sure the students still receive an amazing musical experience.

On a different note, I want to assure people that I am a strong supporter of our Second Amendment rights. I will work to enhance hunting and fishing in our dis-

New logo for Balsam Lake revealed Village board approves slogan and banners

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – Village of Balsam Lake Board members approved the new logo, banner and letterhead for the village at their regular board meeting on Monday, Oct. 29.

With only a slight alteration to the look of the village water tower, they praised the logo and slogan, which was designed

by Linda Shober, a graphic designer who works out of Taylors Falls, Minn.

The logo features a lake scene with a rough-hewn wood dock, pine-lined shoreline and the dramatic village water tower in the background as the sun sets. The image is meant to evoke both traditional and old-time memories, and will also be on the new downtown street lamp banners, 20 in total. Those downtown banners will also feature a smaller banner below with the slogan “Live and work where love to play.”

The logo and font is designed to appeal to cabin-goers, locals and tourists, and is based in part on the vintage “travel stamp” design, which was common decades ago for travelers and tourists to apply to their suitcases, campers or vehicles to show where they’ve been.

The water tower profile was the only concern, and there was general consensus to have it more accurately depict the village’s famous water tower, although suggestions to change it from a black shadowed design to red, like the actual tower, were dismissed.

“It’s an early-evening scene,” Trustee Geno D’Agostino said. “That’s like what you’d see (is a black shadow).”

The board concurred, and other than a slight change to the shape, approved the final design, which will be used on letterheads, village correspondence, and possibly more.

“We’re trying to create a brand here,” Trustee Mike Voltz said. “I think it looks great, other than tweaking the water tower.”

In other board business: • 2013 budget proposals were approved, with a general budget tax levy of $595, 995, which had no change from last year, and includes $485,219 for the general fund, $50,776 for the library, $10,000 for dam maintenance and $50,000 for debt service. That budget reflects a $4.60 mill rate.

• The board approved a renewal of the contract with 5-star Marketing for the 2013 Polk County tourism guide, with a few minor changes to their ad and calendar additions, for $1,145.

• The board approved the purchase and installation of a radio system to the new Ford Police Interceptor squad car that was ordered recently. The move was delayed, in part, while the public protection com-

The new Balsam Lake village logo and banners were revealed to the public for the first time on Monday, Oct. 29. – Photo by Greg Marsten mittee reviewed the best system requirements.

• The board approved a water/sewer committee recommendation to hire Triple Seal Rehab to repair two aging manhole “chimneys.”

• The Job Center lease was renewed at $2,317/month, with no changes.

• The board approved basic changes to the village employee labor agreement, with some work left to be done on the employee handbook.

• A contract with Endeavors Adult Development Center for janitorial services for four rest rooms, two shower areas and a picnic shelter for the village for $1,530 was approved.

• Harmony Environmental Services was chosen as the firm to write a stewardship grant for the village, primarily for new playground equipment, to the tune of $1,200. The purpose is to replace aging playground equipment, some of which goes back over 50 years.

There was some discussion on the issue, as it was pointed out that the grant would likely be a 50/50 match requirement, and could have a cost over $30,000. The board has been allocating some funds to the idea, but may need to borrow from the general fund if they are approved.

“It’s definitely time for new equipment,” stated trustee Caroline Rediske.

VIEWPOINTS trict, not impose regulations that impede on our valued outdoor recreation.

Finally, and most importantly, I want to be your representative because I believe in our district and our people. I believe everyone should have a voice in our state government, and I’m going to work to make sure that I am representing everyone’s voice in my votes, not just special interests or partisan agendas.

I want to thank everyone in our district for the kindness they have shown my family and me as I have campaigned over the last 10 months. This experience has taught me how amazing the people of the 28th District are. I ask for your vote on Nov. 6, and if elected, I will bring my best for our district and state.

Catch the Bever Fever on Nov. 6!

Adam Bever Balsam Lake

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Red Ribbon Week at Luck Schools

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer LUCK – Last week at Luck Elementary School, students participated in Red Ribbon Week, with this year’s theme being One School, One Goal, Drug, Alcohol, and Bully Free.

From Oct. 23-26, students tied red ribbons throughout the school and around the community to create awareness about the potential dangers of alcohol, drug and tobacco use. Dress up days were included to highlight the efforts: Tuesday was Sock it to Tobacco Day, where students were encouraged to wear mismatched or “silly” socks.

Wednesday was “Follow Your Dreams,

Let’s Give Drugs the Slip, where students were encouraged to wear slippers and pajamas. Thursday was My Future is Bright because I’m Bully Free. Students were encouraged to wear neon or blaze orange and sunglasses.

They also kicked off an anti-bullying campaign by signing a “pledge board” in which students had the option to sign, professing abstinence. This culminated with the quarterly PBIS tailgate cookout, and a punt, pass, and kick contest. Administrators grilled hot dogs and brats, and students were encouraged to wear their favorite sports attire. – With contributions for Luck Schools staff

Luck Elementary School students took part in Red Ribbon Week last week, where they used theme days of dress up and activities to fight drugs, bullying and more. - Photos submitted

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HELP WANTED

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Are you interested in home decorating and would like to help others make the right choices in home furnishings, window fashions and floor covering?

Michelle J. Nyreen, Town of Beaver, and Richard S. Meyer, Town of Beaver, issued Oct. 25, 2012.

We have an opening for an honest, dependable customer-oriented individual to assist our customers in a retail atmosphere. Successful individual will have a friendly, outgoing personality, good communication skills, and attention to detail, a professional work ethic, willingness and aptitude to learn.

Computer skills and some lifting necessary. Other duties will include but not limited to: assist in showroom display and maintenance, selling tools, organization and communication with suppliers.

This is a full-time position with possible consideration of part time. Apply in person only.

NOTICE OF HEARING

The Polk County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, November 13, 2012, at the Government Center in Balsam Lake, WI. The board will call the public hearing to order at 8:30 a.m., recess at 8:45 a.m. to view the sites and will reconvene at 9:45 a.m. at the Government Center in Balsam Lake, WI. At that time, the applicant will inform the board of their request. (THE APPLICANT MUST APPEAR AT 9:45 A.M. WHEN THE BOARD RECONVENES AT THE 572239 10-11L 52a,d WNAXLP GOVERNMENT CENTER.) JAMES TALMADGE requests a Special Exception to Sec VIB 8 of the Polk County Comprehensive Land Use Ordinance to establish a public garage. Property affected is: 2191 240th Ave., Lot 2, CSM Vol 20/Pg 225, Pt of NW1/4 of the NW1/4, Sec 4/T35N/R18W, Town of Eureka.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND SPECIAL MEETINGS FOR THE TOWN OF MILLTOWN

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2012, at 7 p.m., at the Milltown Fire Hall, a public hearing on the proposed budget for 2013 will be held. The pro posed budget in detail is available for review at the Clerk’s office.

The following is a summary of the proposed budget for 2013: 2012 2013 PERCENT BUDGET BUDGET CHANGE REVENUE Property Tax Levy 427,830 431,467 + .8 State Revenue 146,960 147,054 + .7 Town Services 15,000 15,000 Loans 28,507 28,507 TOTAL REVENUE 619,797 623,528 + .6 EXPENDITURES Public Safety 69,844 71,766 + .3 Loan Payments 81,176 81,176 Salaries 129,808 134,808 + 4.3 Construction 218,969 210,278 - 4.1 Public Works 108,500 113,500 + 4.4 Assessing 12,000 12,000 TOTAL EXPENDITURES 619,797 623,578 + .6

NOTICE OF SPECIAL TOWN MEETINGS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that immediately following the budget hearing a special meeting of the electors called pursuant to Sec. 60.12(1)(c) of Wis. Stats. for the following purposes will be held: 1. To approve the total 2013 highway expenditures pursuant to Sec. 81.01(3) of Wis. Stats.

2. To adopt the 2012 Town Tax Levy to be paid in 2013 pursuant to Sec. 60.10(1)(a) of Wis. Stats.

NOTICE IS HEREBY ALSO GIVEN, that immediately following the special meeting, the regular monthly meeting will be held.

Dated this 29th day of October, 2012.

Virgil Hansen, Town Clerk 572722 11-12L 1-2a,d WNAXLP Town of Milltown

NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING FOR THE VILLAGE OF WEBSTER, WI 2013 BUDGET

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that on Wed., Nov. 14, 2012, at 5:45 p.m., at the Village of Webster office, a PUBLIC HEARING on the PROPOSED BUDGET for the Village of Webster will be held. The proposed budget in detail is available for inspection at the clerk’s office from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Monday through Friday. The following is a summary of the proposed 2013 budget.

2012 Adopted 2013 Proposed Percent General Fund Budget Budget Change Expenditures: General Government $101,325 $100,430 Public Safety $203,652 $221,169 Public Works $175,800 $175,800 Health & Human Services $1,000 $1,000 Library Levy $37,147 $37,147 Other Culture, Recreation & Development $30,900 $26,600 Conservation & Development $1,000 $1,000 Debt Service $126,456 $92,894 Total Expenditures & Other Uses $677,280 $656,040 -3.14% Revenues & Other Sources: Taxes: General Property Taxes $342,731 $341,474 Other Taxes $8,525 $3,550 Special Assessments $3,700 $3,700 Intergovernmental $253,079 $246,936 Licenses and Permits $5,545 $5,580 Fines & Forfeits $14,500 $10,000 Public Charges for Service $1,750 $2,050 Miscellaneous $21,450 $14,250 Transfers from Water Utility $26,000 $28,500 Total Revenues $677,280 $656,040 -3.14% Estimated Fund Balance Jan. 1, 2013 Village General Fund $405,000 Library Fund $90,000 Capital Replacement Fund $26,030 Total $521,030

Combined Governmental Funds

Patrice Bjorklund, Village Clerk/Treasurer Village of Webster

Total Revenues/ Sources $656,040 $117,375 $40,273 $813,688

Total Expenditures/ Uses $656,040 $117,375 $26,030 $799,445

Donald F. Baxter, 72, Town of Sand Lake, died Oct. 12, 2012.

Bernice Melquist, 90, Grantsburg, died Oct. 16, 2012.

Estimated Fund Balance Dec. 31, 2013 $405,000 $90,000 $40,273 $535,273

Prior Year Tax Levy

Property Tax Levy $341,474 – $40,273 $381,747 $381,747

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(Oct. 31, Nov. 7, 14) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY JP MORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff vs.

JENNIFER R. RACE, et al.

Defendants Case No. 12 CV 384 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on August 2, 2012, in the amount of $152,607.50, the Polk County Sheriff will sell the premises described below at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: November 20, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens, encumbrances, and payment of applicable transfer taxes.

PLACE: In the Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, located at 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. 54810.

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: Lot 77 of Assessor’s Plat of Village of Clear Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin, EXCEPT THEREFROM, Lots 1 and 2 of Certified Survey Map No. 31, recorded in Volume 1 of Certified Survey Maps, page 32, as Document No. 296103. ALSO Lot 3 of Certified Survey Map No. 31 recorded in Volume 1 of Certified Survey Maps, page 32 as Document No. 296103, being a portion of Lot 78 and the Assessor’s Plat of the Village of Clear Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin, which was formerly known as the Southerly 147 feet of Outlot 75, according to the Outlot map of P.R. Banister, filed in the office of the Register of Deeds, being a portion of Government Lot 2, Section 19, Township 32 North, Range 15 West, Village of Clear Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin.

ADDRESS: 354 1st Avenue W, Clear Lake, WI 54005.

TAX KEY NO: 113-00296-0000.

Dated this 16th day of October, 2012.

Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Cummisford, Acevedo & Associates, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff Mark R. Cummisford State Bar # 1034906 6508 South 27th Street, Suite #6 Oak Creek, WI 53154 414-761-1700 Cummisford, Acevedo & Associates, LLC, is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any infomation obtained will be used for that purpose. 572397 WNAXLP

TOWN OF EUREKA PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING

Notice is hereby given that on Thursday, November 8, 2012, at 7 p.m. at the Eureka Town Hall, a public hearing on the proposed 2013 budget for the Town of Eureka, Polk County, will be held. The detailed budget proposal is posted and also available for inspection at the clerk’s home office by appointment.

SPECIAL TOWN MEETING

Notice is hereby given that on Thursday, November 8, 2012, immediately following completion of the public hearing, a special town meeting of the electors, called by the town board pursuant to s.60.12(1)(c), Wis. Statutes will be held for the following purpose: 1. To approve the total 2013 highway expenditures pursuant to s. 82.03(2).

2. To adopt the 2012 town tax levy to be paid in 2013 pursuant to s.60.10(1)(a).

3. To establish salaries of elected officials for the term of office to begin in April 2013 pursuant to 2.60.32.

MONTHLY TOWN BOARD MEETING

The Town Board meeting will immediately follow the other two meetings. Agenda will be posted.

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(Oct. 31, Nov. 7, 14) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Federal National Mortgage Association Plaintiff vs.

JOHN R. NYSTROM, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 119 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on April 26, 2012, in the amount of $80,008.77, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 29, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

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

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Lots 13 and 14, Block 5, Plat of Luck, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 611 East Butternut Avenue, Luck, WI 54853.

TAX KEY NO.: 146-00287-0000.

Dated this 9th day of October, 2012. /s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Scott D. Nabke Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1037979 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 572519 WNAXLP 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 2215905

(Oct. 31, Nov. 7, 14) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY CitiMortgage, Inc. Plaintiff vs.

CORY J. HAASNOOT, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 11 CV 327 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on May 14, 2012, in the amount of $85,269.39, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 27, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

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

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: The East 65 feet of Lot 2, Block 8, First Addition to Lawson City, Village of Luck, Polk County, Wis. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 109 North Ave., Luck, WI 54853.

TAX KEY NO.: 146-00123-0000.

Dated this 8th day of October, 2012. /s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Scott D. Nabke Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1037979 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 2212592 572466 WNAXLP

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Notices/Employment opportunities

Polk County deaths Mary E. Hansen, 92, Amery, died Sept. 24, 2012.

Donald E. Murray, 73, Town of Black Brook, died Oct. 4, 2012.

Delores L. Gummert, 84, Amery, died Oct. 14, 2012.

the-leader.net (Oct. 17, 24, 31) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY CIVIL DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR CREDIT SUISSE FIRST BOSTON MORTGAGE SECURITES CORP., CSAB MORTGAGE-BACKED TRUST 2006-4, CSAB MORTGAGEBACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-4 Plaintiff vs.

RICHARD M. LEROUX; TERI NORD; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR FIRST STATE MORTGAGE CORPORATION; Defendants NOTICE OF ADJOURNED SHERIFF’S SALE Case No. 11 CV 475 Case Code No. 30404 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on February 3, 2012, in the amount of $222,575.46, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: October 11, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

ADJOURNED TIME: November 15, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

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

3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax from the proceeds of the sale upon confirmation of the court.

PLACE: Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: Part of the Northeast OneQuarter (1/4) of the Southeast One-Quarter (1/4) of Section Twenty-Three (23), in Township Thirty-Three (33), North, Range Eighteen (18) West, in the Town of Osceola, Polk County, Wisconsin, described as follows: Commencing at the Northeast corner of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4; thence South 400 feet along the section line to the point of beginning; thence West 408 feet parallel to the North 40 line; thence South 216 feet parallel with the East section line; thence East 408 feet parallel with the North 40 line; thence North 216 feet on the East section line to the point of beginning. Excepting therefrom the lands conveyed on Warranty Deed recorded on November 18, 2009, as Document No. 766039.

TAX KEY NO.: 042-00517-0000.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 839 190th St., Dresser, Wisconsin 54009.

Adam C. Lueck State Bar No. 1081386 Attorney for Plaintiff 230 W. Monroe St. Chicago, IL 60606 Phone: 312-541-9710 Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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Kenneth C. Hochstetler, 62, Luck, died Oct. 14, 2012.

Harriet C. Kirk, 85, Luck, died Oct. 17, 2012.

(Oct. 31, Nov. 7, 14) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Bank of America, N.A. as servicer for Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for the Certificate Holders of the First Franklin Mortgage Loan Trust 2006-FF3, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-FF3 Plaintiff vs.

LESTER G. JESKA, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 11 CV 689 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on April 13, 2012, in the amount of $158,989.36, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 27, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

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

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: A parcel of land in the NE 1/4 of SW 1/4 of Section 9-33-16, Township of Lincoln, bounded and described as follows: Commencing at the Center of said Section 9, thence North 87 Degrees 33 Minutes 40 Seconds West on and along the East-West 1/4 Line of said Section 194.5 Feet to the centerline of State Trunk Highway #46; thence continuing along said 1/4 Line, North 87 Degrees 33 Minutes 40 Seconds West 85.88 Feet to the Westerly right of way of said Highway and the point of beginning of the lands herein described; thence South 05 Degrees 45 Minutes East and along said right of way 688.95 Feet, thence North 87 Degrees 33 Minutes 40 Seconds West and parallel to said 1/4 Line 234.84 Feet. Thence North 05 Degrees 45 Minutes 0 Seconds West and parallel to said right-of-way line 688.95 Feet to a point on the said East-West 1/4 Line; thence North 87 Degrees 33 Minutes 40 Seconds East on and along said 1/4 Line 234.84 Feet to the point of beginning except the Northerly 66.0 Feet thereof, and except the Southerly 140 Feet thereof, together with an Easement 20 Feet in Width, the South Line shall be the South Line of parcel described in Volume 411 Records, Page 269, Document No. 388240, extended Easterly to the Apple River, located in the NE 1/4 of SW 1/4 and NW 1/4 of SE 1/4 Section 933-16 Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1039 State Highway 46, Amery, WI 54001.

TAX KEY NO.: 032-00191-0000.

Dated this 8th day of October, 2012. /s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Scott D. Nabke Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1037979 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 2212799 572485 WNAXLP

Edith K. Godden, 97, Balsam Lake, died Oct. 19, 2012.

(Oct. 17, 24, 31) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY EVERBANK; Plaintiff, vs.

NATHAN J. OUELLETTE and JANE DOE, unknown spouse of Nathan J. Ouellette; and WESTCONSIN CREDIT UNION; Defendants.

Case No. 12-CV-199 Code No. 30404 Foreclosure of Mortgage Dollar Amount Greater Than $5,000.00 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on May 9, 2012, in the amount of $74,571.37, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 13, 2012, at 10:00 o’clock a.m.

TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or certified funds at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

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

3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center located at 1005 West Main St., Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Parcel 1: Part of the Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter, Section 17, Township 35 North of Range 17 West, Village of Milltown, Polk County, Wisconsin, Described as follows: Beginning at a point that is 25 Feet South of the Southeast Corner of that part of the Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter, Section 17, Township 35 North of Range 17 West, as described in Volume 179 Deeds, Page 499 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Polk County, Wisconsin; running thence South parallel to the East Line of said Forty, 100 Feet; running thence West parallel to the North Line of said Forty, 170 Feet; running thence North parallel to the East Line of said Forty, 100 Feet; running thence East in a straight line to the point of beginning.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 217 Second Avenue Southeast, Village of Milltown.

TAX KEY NO.: 151-00298-0000.

Peter M. Johnson Sheriff of Polk County, WI O’DESS AND ASSOCIATES, S.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 1414 Underwood Avenue Suite 403 Wauwatosa, WI 53213 414-727-1591 O’Dess and Associates, S.C., is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If you have previously received a Chapter 7 Discharge in Bankruptcy, this correspondence should not be construed as an attempt to collect a debt.

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(Oct. 17, 24, 31) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Central Bank, 2270 Frontage Road West Stillwater, MN 55082 Plaintiff, vs.

Grand Properties, LP 712 Rivard Street, Suite 300 Somerset, WI 54025 Michael J. Germain 822 Germain Lane Hudson, WI 54016 Michelle M. Germain 822 Germain Lane Hudson, WI 54016 and Cheryl L. Tietz 7317 Bond Way Inver Grove Heights, MN 550776 Defendants.

Case No. 12 CV 380 Case Code: 30404 Foreclosure of Mortgage NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on August 10, 2012, in the amount of $758,726.44, against Grand Properties, LP, Michael J. Germain and Michelle M. Germain, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 15, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: Pursuant to said judgment, 10% of the successful bid must be paid to the sheriff at the sale in cash, cashier’s check or certified funds, payable to the clerk of courts (personal checks cannot and will not be accepted). The balance of the successful bid must be paid to the clerk of courts in cash, cashier’s check or certified funds no later than ten days after the court’s confirmation of the sale or else the 10% down payment is forfeited to the plaintiff. The property is sold ‘as is’ and subject to all liens and encumbrances.

PLACE: In the foyer area of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, in the City of Balsam Lake, Polk County.

DESCRIPTION: Lot 6 of Certified Survey Map No. 4337 recorded in Volume 19 of Certified Survey Maps on page 118 as Document No. 673272, said Certified Survey Map being located in part of Outlot 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 4234 recorded in Volume 19 of Certified Survey Maps on Page 5 as Document No. 666820 and part of the Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (NE1/4 of the SE1/4) of Section 13, Township 33 North, Range 18 West, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: XXX 180th Street, Osceola, WI 54020. PIN/Tax ID No. 02400839-0600. /s/Peter Johnson Polk County Sheriff MURNANE BRANDT Attorneys for Plaintiff 30 E. 7th Street, Suite 3200 St. Paul, MN 55101-4919 Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (15 U.S.C. Section 1692), we are required to state that we are attempting to collect a debt on our client’s behalf and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose.

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POLK COUNTY POSITION ANNOUNCEMENTS C.N.A. - Golden Age Manor Part-time positions available for afternoon (2:30-9 p.m.) & night (10:30 p.m.-6:30 a.m.) shifts Deadline to apply: Open until filled

$13.12/hr. + shift differential of .40 for pms and .50 for nocs

YOU MUST COMPLETE A POLK CO. EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION TO BE ELIGIBLE. For application, complete position requirements and details, please visit our Web site at www.co.polk.wi.us, Employment Opportunities, or in person at 100 Polk Co. Plaza, #229, Balsam Lake, or Golden Age Manor, 220 Scholl Ct., Amery, or by calling 715-485-9176. Please, no faxed applications. AA/EEOC 572700 11L

(Oct. 24, 31, Nov. 7) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Bank of America, N.A., as successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. f/k/a Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. Plaintiff vs.

DUANE L SWARTZ, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 93 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on July 11, 2012, in the amount of $88,047.94, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 20, 2012, at 10:00 AM TERMS: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

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

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: A parcel of land in the Southeast corner of the Southeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4, Section 28, Township 37 North of Range 17 West, described as follows: Beginning at a point 33 feet West of and 33 feet North of the 1/4 post of the Southeast corner of said Southeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4, Section 28-3717, which point of beginning is 66 feet West of the Southwest corner of Lot N, Block 18 of the First Addition to the Village of Frederic; thence North 100 feet on a line parallel with the West line of said Lot N; thence West to the East line of the railroad right of way, as now laid and used; thence South 100 feet along said East line of said railroad right of way to a point 33 feet North of the East and West 1/4 line between the Northeast 1/4 and the Southeast 1/4 of said Section 28; thence East on a line 33 feet North of and parallel with said 1/4 line to beginning, Village of Frederic, Polk County, Wis. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 401 Traffic Avenue North, Frederic, WI 54837.

TAX KEY NO.: 126-00487-0000.

Dated this 5th day of October, 2012. /s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Scott D. Nabke Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1037979 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 2209774 571883 WNAXLP

(Oct. 31, Nov. 7, 14) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY AnchorBank, FSB Plaintiff vs.

BJORN GERHARD SIMONSON, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 11 CV 360 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on August 3, 2011, in the amount of $32,475.80, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 29, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

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

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin.

DESCRIPTION: Parcel 1: Lot 3 of Certified Survey Map No. 3709, recorded in Volume 16 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 222, as Document No. 632827, located in the Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 9, Township 33 North, Range 16 West, in the Town of Lincoln, Polk County, Wisconsin. Parcel 2: Together with the right of ingress and egress from Lot 3 of CSM 3709 to the public road over Outlot 1 of Certified Survey Map 3618, recorded in Volume 16 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 131, as Document No. 628844. ALSO DESCRIBED AS: Lot 3 of Certified Survey Map No. 3709, recorded in Volume 16 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 222, as Document No. 632827, Polk County, Wisconsin. Together with the right of ingress and egress from Lot 3 of CSM 3709 to the public road over Outlot 1 of Certified Survey Map 3618, recorded in Volume 16 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 131, as Document No. 628844.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: Lot 3 River Ridge Subdivision, Amery, WI 54001.

TAX KEY NO.: 032-00188-0300.

Dated this 11th day of October, 2012. /s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Dustin A. McMahon Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1086857 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 572465 262-790-5719 WNAXLP Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 2223301

SIREN SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Luck School seeks approval of $1.2 million referendum Referendum vote to be held during Nov. 6 general election LUCK — The Tuesday, Nov. 6, ballot for people living in the Luck School District will be asking residents to vote on a $1.2 million bond issue to finance school improvement projects.

If approved, the funds would be used to finance improvements to outdated electrical, plumbing, HVAC and safety systems, replacement of old roofing and provide storage space. Large areas of the building would receive a new coat of paint and/or flooring.

Because the district’s current debt will be paid off in 2013, and the levy for the referendum debt, if approved, will not start until 2014, property owners in the district will see no increase in their school property taxes. The current debt, with one year remaining, costs taxpayers 95 cents for each $1,000 of equalized property value. The new debt, if approved, will cost about 52 cents per $1,000 of equalized property.

This means that owners of property valued at $100,000 are currently paying $95 in taxes for payment of debt service, which will continue through 2013. In 2014, if the referendum passes, owners of property valued at $100,000 will pay $52 in debt service.

Since 1993, when the state of Wisconsin established caps on the revenue school districts can raise, funding for major maintenance projects has been limited, according to an informational pamphlet developed by the Luck School District.

Voters in the district must approve spending beyond the caps to do repairs and upgrades that are not within the yearly budget limits, which has created a backlog of maintenance projects.

Tile flooring in some parts of the building contain asbestos, and can only be replaced by school maintenance staff one tile at a time.

The referendum would allow removal of all asbestos-containing tile. Aging carpet throughout the school would be replaced with either new carpet or tile.

Much of the school’s roof was replaced in 2003, but the areas that weren’t are leaking along seams in the membrane. The newer areas of roof are sloped to direct rain and snowmelt to drains, but the older portion is not sloped so water pools. Cost to replace the 20,000 square feet of old roof is $183,000, including the cost of relocating a gas main that goes across the roof in that area. — Photos by Mary Stirrat unless otherwise noted According to information on the referendum compiled by the school, a survey conducted during the last referendum process, in 2003, indicated that district residents strongly favored two things: smaller referendums with paybacks of 10 years or less, and being asked for only what was needed to protect what the school has currently.

“This is exactly what the board of education is doing,” the pamphlet states.

If the referendum passes, said district Administrator Rick Palmer, the project will be broken into smaller projects that can be bid locally. If the project is bid as a whole, he said, the school is close enough to the Twin Cities that it would be required to pay prevailing wages of the various trades involved.

Keeping the bidding local will keep costs down while providing revenue to local businesses, he said.

Among the items that would be funded by the referendum are plumbing-related items totaling $239,500. This includes replacement of piping and valves dating to the 1950s, plus 90 sinks, toilets and urinals.

Another item in the referendum plan is replacing 20,000 square feet of flat roof over the elementary, boiler and FFA areas.

Gas mains that traverse the roof in that area will also be replaced, at a cost of $183,000 for the roofing and gas lines.

Much of the 142,000-square-foot roof was replaced in 2003 with slightly sloping roofs that directed rain and melting snow into drains, but not the area included in this referendum. This older portion of roofing is flat and water stands, creating leaks in the seams and into the school.

The replacement of an outdated heating and ventilation unit located on the roof adds $75,000 to the project. This unit uses Freon, which is no longer available, and regularly needs repairs that cost about $1,000 annually.

Electrical and safety items, including a new fire alarm system, replacement of the public address system, wiring in the ele-

Portions of the plumbing system at the Luck school are more than 60 years old. If the referendum is approved by voters, piping and valves will be replaced throughout the part of the building that dates to 1951 and 1954.

Lack of storage space is an ongoing problem at the school, with materials stored even in the electrical room. The referendum includes $60,000 for a storage building.

Additional details about the referendum, tax impact and facilities can be found at . — Mary Stirrat, with information from the Luck School District

Included in the referendum is money to replace 90 sinks, urinals and toilets. Corrosion is blocking the pipes, restricting water flow.

The sinks in this photo were installed in 1953.

One of the four does not work at all, and the other three have minimum cold water and no hot water. Toilets in this part of the school are flushed with in-wall foot pedals. mentary school and upgrades to panel boards and circuits are slated at $195,000.

While the fire alarm is operational, said Palmer, it has no strobe lights, has been added to several times and is high maintenance.

Another $16,500 is included for window replacement, and $69,000 exterior upgrades such as tuckpointing, or repairing mortar and brickwork, resurfacing the tennis courts and sidewalk repairs.

Taking up asbestos tiling, replacing areas of flooring, painting, and replacing stair treads is budgeted at $103,000.

Equipment and furnishings, such as choir and band shells and risers, are set at $42,000. An outdoor storage building is set at $60,000 and architectural and design fees at $50,000.

This athletic equipment storeroom off the high school gym is filled with materials needed for graduation. A new outside storage building would allow the graduation stage and other materials to be stored outside, and the athletic equipment stored off the gym.

Mortar between the bricks on the exterior of the building, known as tuckpointing, has deteriorated in some areas, allowing water to seep in and create even bigger cracks. It has also caused the top corner of the building to bulge outward. Tuckpointing, sidewalk repair and resurfacing the tennis courts are in the referendum budget at $69,000.

Old electrical panels like this one will be upgraded as part of projects to be funded by the Tuesday, Nov. 6, referendum. The panels cannot handle current electrical needs, particularly for technology, and cannot be expanded.

There is even some water leakage into some of the panels.

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Sweep over Bears gets Luck to Green Bay Trip to state volleyball a first in Cardinals history

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Luck 3, Clayton 0

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer CLEAR LAKE – The Luck volleyball team is doing something no other Cardinal volleyball team has been able to do in school history after their three-set sweep over the Clayton Bears last Saturday, Oct. 27. Their first-ever sectional title and soonto-be first-ever state semifinal game is something that the teammates and coach Jen Nelson have been working toward for the past six years and, finally, the hard work and commitment has paid off.

“It’s kind of surreal,” Nelson said, who looked as calm and collected as her players did during the win Saturday, but Clayton certainly didn’t make it easy for the Cardinals who won the first set handily by a score of 25-14, and two nail-biters by scores of 25-23 and 26-24.

“They’re a really fun team to play against because they’re so sound defensively. Diane (Schradle) does such a great job with all her teams on defense,” Nelson said.

The Cardinals faced the Bears twice this

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The Luck Cardinals volleyball team is off to their first-ever trip to the state tournament in Green Bay. The Cardinals will be playing the state semifinal game this Friday, Nov. 2, beginning at 10 a.m., against defending champion Catholic Central. – Photos by Marty Seeger

The Luck volleyball team with their sectional championship trophy.

••• ST. PAUL, Minn. – Former Luck athlete Landen Strilzuk made the highlight reel with a 70-yard punt return for the Bethel University football team last week during the team’s 56-21 rout over Hamline University. Strilzuk is a sophomore with the Royals this season and was named the MIAC football special teams player of the week. The 70Landen Strilzuk yard return is the longest recorded by a Bethel player since 1975, and the first Royal punt return for a touchdown since 2001. Strilzuk currently has returned nine punts for a total of 116 yards with a 12.9-yard average. The Royals are currently ranked No. 13 in the top 25 coaches poll and are 7-1 overall and 5-1 in the conference standings. – with information from athletics.bethel.edu ••• BEMIDJI, Minn. – Cori Schmidt, of Frederic, has taken her athleticism to Bemidji State University for the 201213 women’s basketball season. Schmidt is listed as a guard for the Beavers, who start the season in an exhibition game at North Dakota Thursday, Nov. 1.

Schmidt is the daughter of Kelly and Brad Schmidt, and averaged 16 points per game for the Vikings last season, and led the Cori Schmidt team in assists and steals. She also averaged 9.1 rebounds per game. Schmidt hopes to major in nursing at the university. – with information from bsubeavers.com ••• WINONA, Minn. – The Saturday, Nov. 3, St. Croix Central at Somerset football game is being broadcast on 104.9 FM beginning at 1 p.m. The Vikings at Seahawks NFL football game is on 104.9 FM Sunday, Nov. 4, beginning at 3 p.m. The Cardinals at Packers game is being broadcast on Sunday, Nov. 4, beginning at noon on 105.7 FM. College hockey featuring Colorado College at Wisconsin can be heard at 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 2, and Saturday, Nov. 3, also at 7 p.m.

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Luck volleyball continued season during weekend tournaments and lost in two sets at the end of August and then won two sets in mid-September, but by last Saturday Nelson had already made at least six changes to her lineup due to injuries, illness or other obstacles.

“It was a game that we were looking forward to because we played them before, but as teams evolve throughout the season, you never really know what you’re going to run into,” said Nelson.

“I’m just fortunate that I’m really deep, and so the girls that can just step up and fill a spot just do it very well,” she said.

The Cardinals have also found a way to continue to bounce back without losing composure. During their sectional semifinal win over Mellen two days earlier, the Cards found themselves trailing 20-13 in the first set, but ended up earning a sweep in that match as well.

There were really only two instances where the Cardinals found themselves trailing against Clayton. During the first set, the Bears took an early 4-1 lead, but the Cards came back to tie the game and eventually retake the lead, never looking back. In the second set, Luck led the entire way but only by as much as five points midway through the set. The Bears trailed but battled back to tie the game at 20.

“They’re scrappy,” said Nelson.

“They’re not going to give it to you, you’re going to have to earn it and that’s always fun.”

The Bears took a brief one-point lead, but again the Cards were able to stay focused and pull out the 25-23 win. During the final set, the Cardinals again found themselves in control and stretched the lead to 21-16. But the Bears bit back once again, taking their first lead of the set at 24-23. Unfortunately for Clayton, they couldn’t hold on and the Cardinals will be the first girls team in any sport from Luck to go to a state tournament since 1977, when coach Marty Messar led the Luck girls basketball team to a state semifinal game.

Although this is the girls first trip to play the state tournament, many of the Luck Cardinals have been attending the state volleyball tournament as spectators.

Nelson said many of them would comment on how amazing and talented the teams playing at state were, but never really saw themselves at the same level. Nelson said the team is finally convinced that they, too, are of the same caliber as any of the other teams at state are.

Luck's Angela Gore and Camille Marsten team up for the block during the sectional final against the Bears, Saturday, Oct. 27. – Photos by Marty Seeger “You know, they didn’t see themselves in that way and this year they have,” Nelson said.

The Cardinals will be facing a very tough Catholic Central team starting at 10 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 2. The Hilltoppers are the returning state champions and have qualified to state six out of the past seven years.

“I would compare them to us, they’re really sound. Coach Mae-Mae (Oberhofer) is a great coach and they play volleyball all the time, all year-round,” Nelson said.

But Catholic Central is exactly the kind of team these girls love to play, according to Nelson, who described the Hilltoppers as a more traditional type of volleyball team who isn’t going to just shovel the ball over the net.

“They’re going to keep setting it up and firing the ball at you and the girls love to play in that kind of environment, so it will be a fun match, I’m superexcited,” Nelson said.

One of the biggest keys in the Cards win over Clayton was solid defensive play and passing, which Nelson says has improved dramatically since the Northwestern tournament in late January, where the team defeated D1 Superior.

“You get to that point as a defensive

player when things just really click and you don’t have to think anymore. You’re playing very instinctual,” Nelson said, adding that senior libero Jaimee Buck has come into her own and come on strong, and along with the precision passes from Whitney Petersen, and the setting and athleticism of Tessa Clemenson, the hitters have become even more dominant.

“Our passing percentage was so high that we had all of our options,” Nelson said.

The Cards displayed plenty of power against the Bears with junior Bella Nelson hammering down 24 kills, with one block, four aces and 10 digs. Clemenson had 45 assists, 23 digs and three aces. Buck had 15 digs and one ace. Petersen had eight digs and one ace. Hannah Karl had one kill, one ace and three digs. Angela Gore had two kills and three blocks. Ashley Dexter had four kills, one block, and Camille Marsten ended with nine kills, two blocks and six digs. Jenni Holdt had 10 kills, two digs and two assists.

“It’s such an ultimate team sport and everyone’s got to buy into playing as a team and the girls have done an amazing job with that because everyone has a role,” Nelson said.

Luck's Jaimee Buck goes low for a dig.

Luck junior Bella Nelson hammers the ball over the net on one of 24 kills against the Bears.

Cards skewer Mellen in semifinal Luck 3, Mellen 0

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer MINONG – The Luck Cardinals cruised through the WIAA Division 4 Sectional semifinal match against Mellen in a 3-0 sweep on Thursday, Oct. 25, earning the Cards a shot at the finals, where they eventually earned their first-ever trip to the state tournament.

Mellen stayed tight with the Cards in the opening set, even leading by a 20-13 mark for a spell, capitalizing on several Cardinal unforced errors like net touches and serves. The Cardinals finally woke up and responded after a time-out and pulled back on top, eventually winning by a 2522 mark.

“That was huge, after trailing by that much,” Luck head coach Jen Nelson said.

“I’m so proud of how they came back from that.”

Luck cruised to a 9-0 start in the second set, and stayed on top the whole way from there on, rolling to a strong victory, 25-12, giving them a 2-0 lead.

“I really feel that they’ve continued to play better and better as we roll on (in the playoffs),” Nelson said.

The Cards used numerous saving digs in the third set, and while Mellen refused to roll over, and even came within one point for a spell at 10-9, the Cards stayed ahead and used their momentum to stretch their lead. They started to pull ahead and never backed off the gas, winning the third and final set by a final score

of 25-18, assuring a finals contest two nights later in Clear Lake.

“I’m so proud of how these ladies have stepped up,” Nelson said. “And really, after the whole season, we finally have everyone healthy and strong. This is the team I’ve wanted to have all season, and we’re finally having it!”

Notables for the Mellen games include junior setter Tessa Clemenson’s 35 assists, 11 digs and an ace.

Kill credits were across the board for Luck, with six each for Angela Gore, Ashley Dexter and Camille Marsten. Sophomore Jenni Holdt added five more, with junior Bella Nelson dropping 15 kills on the Granite Diggers.

Seniors Hannah Karl and Jaimee Buck added six and seven digs, respectively, with five more for Whitney Petersen and a pair for Hailey Foeller.

Luck rolled into the WIAA Division 4 Sectional finals two nights later with an unusual footnote, as they had not lost a single set in the playoffs, and really only trailed for a few minutes in the postseason.

“We’re in a good place, and really, we haven’t had to go a full five sets all season,” Nelson said. “And again, this is the team I’ve wanted all season long. I couldn’t be more proud of how they’ve played!”

Luck junior Tessa Clemenson dove nearly into the crowd to make a saving set against Mellen. – Photo by Greg Marsten

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Grantsburg earns another trip to Green Bay Grantsburg 3, Eau Claire Regis 2

by Scott Hoffman Leader staff writer OSSEO – After a disappointing 9-1 start to the fourth set at the volleyball sectionals Saturday, Oct. 27, the Grantsburg Pirates could have easily packed it in and stayed out of the way of Regis’ Morgan DeMars’ monster kills, but something in-

side of the Pirates just wouldn’t let them quit. In the end, the Pirates went on to defeat the Ramblers in five sets to earn their fifth straight trip to the state tournament.

Grantsburg coach Deb Allaman-Johnson said, “ I just wanted to be able to compete with Regis because I looked at their schedule and they have beaten some really tough D1 schools in Wisconsin and Minnesota. They have four kids who can pound the ball, so we knew it would be a nonstop barrage.”

Regis kept up the pressure, stretching the lead to 19-5, but Grantsburg still battled back to a final 25-14. But that seemed to set the tone for the final set that would

decide who would get to Green Bay. The Pirates started the night dropping the first game but were able to stay close, losing only by two, 25-23. Grantsburg then came storming back in game two, 25-17, and game three, winning 25-23.

Fifth and final set This was the main event, one team would be in tears of joy, the other tears of agony. Like a heavyweight boxing match, the Pirates and Ramblers jabbed and moved, jabbed and moved, looking for a weak spot to slam a big shot. They were tied five different times and leads were changed by just as many.

Serving had been very consistent for the Pirates this year and aces were the difference in this game, especially two huge aces from Wendy Roberts. Grantsburg had 10 for the night. On a team like Regis, this is an accomplishment. Sam Schwieger seemed to will the ball to the floor on several big kills. Schwieger had 24 kills, Macy Hanson 13, Stacey McKenzie 12, RuthAnn Pedersen and Kylie Pewe added five.

Pewe assisted 33 times and Roberts added 13.

Grantsburg will play defending state champion Oostburg Friday, Nov. 2, in Green Bay at the Resch Center at 1 p.m.

Comets hit Pirate Armageddon Grantsburg 3, Cameron

by Scott Hoffman Leader staff writer CAMERON – Grantsburg traveled to Cameron on Thursday, Oct. 25, for the sectional semifinal where the Comets were not very gracious hosts, running off to a fast start, skunking the Pirates into a firstgame hole of 6-0. Grantsburg resembled a junior varsity or even freshman team, standing and looking at each other while the ball hit the floor.

Pirates head coach Deb Allaman-Johnson called a time-out and got the team settled down, and suddenly they came out of that time-out a different team. The Pirates clawed their way back into that game and ended up stealing it 25 -23. Cameron was pretty much in shock after that first game.

Grantsburg took the opportunity and really poured it on in the second game and made quick work of Cameron 25-14. In the third game, Cameron was able to sustain some momentum and defeated Grantsburg 17-25, Now the fourth game went back and forth, both teams playing long rallies, but the Pirates held a slight advantage when Cameron’s big killer, 6foot-3 Hannah Bailey, rotated to the back row.

Slowly Grantsburg was wearing Cameron down and, with each point, Cameron would look a little more tired.

Grantsburg seemed to feel that and then

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In her second season as head coach of the Pirates, Deb Allaman-Johnson has reason to be excited as she has led the Pirates to another trip to state. – Photo by Scott Hoffman

Stacey McKenzie celebrates a point. – Photo by Scott Hoffman

Grace Corbin reacts as the Pirates put another point on the board. – Photo by Scott Hoffman

RuthAnn Pedersen makes it look easy against the Comets during the sectional finals on Thursday, Oct. 25. – Photo by Mark Bell, Barron Newshield

Sam Schwieger of Grantsburg makes a diving save for the ball against the Comets during the sectional semifinal at Cameron on Thursday, Oct. 25. – Photo by Scott Hoffman

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Pepin/Alma moves past Frederic

Five turnovers stop Frederic at level two of D7 playoffs Pepin/Alma 28, Frederic 13

by Scott Hoffman Leader sports writer FREDERIC – The No. 3 ranked Pepin/Alma Eagles drove north to the land of the No. 2 ranked Frederic Vikings on Saturday, Oct. 27, and on the way found a few fumbles. The Vikings lost three fumbles and threw two interceptions, helping Pepin/Alma to a 28-13 victory. Eagle Ryan Erickson drew first blood on a 15-yard run that gave them the 7-0 lead. With 11: 51 to go in the second quarter, Pepin/Alma scored again on a fourthand-nine situation, this time through the air on a 27-yard touchdown pass by quarterback Cole Carroll to Aikan Major. Then with 6:23 to go in the half Frederic scored, with running back Garrett Wendelboe diving across the goal line for a 2-yard touchdown after a long sustained drive.

With just under four minutes to go in the half Frederic came up with a very big defensive stop as Pepin/Alma was driving toward the Frederic red zone, only to fumble the ball right back to them on the very first offensive play.

Pepin/Alma had troubles finding the handle on the ball themselves, fumbling into the end zone for a touchback from the Frederic 7-yard line, making the score 147 at halftime.

Pepin/Alma came out hot after halftime. Running back Ryan Erickson cut loose with a huge early third quarter 55yard run. Erickson ran for 181 yards and two touchdowns for Pepin/Alma. The Vikings came back with a long 57-yard touchdown run of their own by Wendel-

Garrett Wendelboe gets tackled by a Pepin/Alma player who uses more than his helmet on the tackle. – Photo by Scott Hoffman boe. After the missed extra point, the score was 13-21.

Carroll passed for 67 yards and two TDs but his fake punt 30-yard run seemed to swing the momentum of the game. Carroll capped off the scoring on a 3-yard touchdown pass to John Nuzum making it 28-13.

Wendelboe led the Vikings rushing attack with175 yards in 25 carries and two

scores. Running back Adam Chenal also had a great game with 76 yards in 15 attempts and quite a few big tackles on defense.

Pepin/Alma will play Glenwood City Saturday, Nov. 3, at 2 p.m. in Pepin.

Jaryd Braden of Frederic gets up for a pass against Pepin/Alma. – Photo by Scott Hoffman

Frederic senior Ian Lexen barrels his way through the Pepin/Alma defensive line. – Photo by Scott Hoffman

Eagles football falls hard at Colby Colby 51, Unity 6

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer COLBY – After a memorable upset win over the top-seeded Cameron a week earlier, the Unity football team ran into a wall against a powerful Colby team.

“This was not the way that we wanted our season to end, but we did make it into the second level of the playoffs, which is a great accomplishment for our boys. We continued to improve throughout the season, which we will use to build on for next year,” said Unity coach Dave Anderson.

The Eagles finished 4-5 overall on the season and pulled out a must-win situation over Shell Lake in the final game of the season to earn a spot in the playoffs.

Facing the No. 1 seeded Comets the Eagles were able to pull out a 20-14 win for a spot in the Level 2 playoffs against Colby, who was a No. 5 seed. Unity trailed

14-0 after the first quarter but Colby managed to take a 35-6 lead at the half.

Kyle Sorensen had 62 yards rushing on 16 carries and Zach Johnson rushed for 28 yards on five carries. Aaron Koshatka totaled 9 yards rushing and Dylan Ruck and Tevin Anderson each had 5 yards.

Oliver Raboin led Unity in tackles and was in on 11, followed by Sorensen, 10, Dylan Ruck and Justin Peper each had nine, Johnson and Mitch Egge each with eight, Koshatka, four, Jacob Ruck, Colin Loehr each had three, and Evan Lunda, Cash Hickethier and Logan Bader had two each.

LEFT: The Unity Eagles may want to forget their loss to a tough Colby team during the Level 2 playoffs last Friday, Oct. 26, but the team won't soon forget how they got there, defeating the No. 1 seeded Comets the week before in the Level 1 playoffs. – Photo by Mark Bell, Barron News-Shield

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Pirate boys place seventh at state cross country Webster’s Emma Kelby and Kally Schiller finish high school careers at state

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer WISCONSIN RAPIDS – The 100th anniversary of the WIAA state cross-country meet held at Ridges Golf Course in Wisconsin Rapids didn’t end as the Pirates had hoped last Saturday, Oct. 27. Despite a few nagging injuries, it was all systems go for the Division 3 race, with the Grantsburg boys hoping for a chance to repeat last year’s performance as a state runnerup. Instead, the team took seventh overall out of 16 scoring teams with 244 points.

Ahead of Grantsburg was Colfax, 207, Marathon, 191, McDonell Central, 189, Chequamegon, 132, Boscobel, 99, and first-place Darlington, 50.

“Yes it was a disappointing finish,” said Paul Huskamp, who coached the Pirates to their third straight trip to the state meet on Saturday. But Huskamp pointed out the overall success of the team’s season.

“We have lots to be proud of during the season and one race does not define who we are as a team,” Huskamp said. “We can’t let one race ruin the whole successful season we had. The boys did their best. You train all season long for a 16- to 18-minute run and you hope it is your best. This will give us more motivation for next year.”

The Pirates have a lot to look forward to next season as nearly everyone will be back, with the exception of senior Sean Handy, who finished his final high school race with a time of 18:29.30, and 110th place overall out of 152 other runners.

Sectional champion and junior Jacob Ohnstad will be back next season and finished 34th overall to lead the Pirates with a time of 17:22.33. Sophomore Richard Schneider finished 51st with a time of 17:38.57, and junior Erland Olson took 92nd place with a time of 18:07.86. Sophomore Taylor Olson came in 108th place with a time of 18:27.17, and junior Austin Handy finished 111th with a time of 18:31.54. Sophomore Jeremiah Stevens was 120th with a time of 18:40.88.

Two Tiger girls end careers at state WISCONSIN RAPIDS – Webster senior Emma Kelby took 43rd overall and senior teammate Kally Schiller was 95th out of 150 runners at the state meet in Wisconsin Rapids Saturday, Oct. 27.

For Kelby, it was her third trip to the state meet and, according to coach Roy Ward, she saved her best for last as she ran a time of 16:19.31.

“She has had an outstanding season. No doubt she was a naturally gifted runner from the beginning. She shined in middle school as someone that had the potential to run with the best,” Ward said. “It is one thing to have the talent and another thing to use it. It takes a lot of dedication to train to compete at the state level. You really have to love to run and put it at the top of your to-do list to get to this level of competition.”

Ward said that Schiller didn’t finish as she had hoped but still managed to finish yet another gutsy performance.

“I was hopeful that there would be another miracle like at the sectional race, but that was not the happy ending to this story. Afterwards, we reflected on how special it was to be one of the 150 athletes to compete at the state meet. Kally truly fought till the end and made the best of her situation, which is exactly what winners do. It is not the way she wanted to finish her season, but that is the way life is, many ups and downs and curves along the path from the start to the finish. Her focus will be to use the offseason to heal and recover to have the track season she wanted last year,” said Ward.

Sectional champion Jacob Ohnstad fights to the finish line alongside Pavel Pilar of Boscobel. Ohnstad was first to finish for the Pirates, and pulled a head of Pilar to finish 34th in the overall standings at state. – Photos

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Pirates sophomore Richard Schneider gets out in front of several runners at the state track meet in Wisconsin Rapids, Saturday, Oct. 27.

Erland Olson of Grantsburg finished with the second best time on the Pirates team at state with a 18:07.86

Pirates junior Austin Handy gets room to run at the state cross-country meet.

Taylor Olson, No. 339, and Sean Handy of Grantsburg stuck close together during the state cross country-meet, finishing just a couple of seconds apart.

Jeremiah Stevens of Grantsburg still has two years of cross country ahead of him to try and make it to state, as he's only a sophomore.

Emma Kelby of Webster had her personal best at the state cross-country meet. The three-time state qualifier finished 43rd with a time of 16:19.31.

Kally Schiller capped off her high school running career at the state meet in Wisconsin Rapids.

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by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer FREDERIC – There was a bit of a delay for the 100th anniversary of the WIAA state cross-country meet due to a hard frost that covered the track in and around Ridges Golf Course in Wisconsin Rapids Saturday, Oct. 27. The hour delay didn’t stop the race for long as things got going smoothly for area teams and individuals, including the brother and sister duo from St. Croix Falls, sophomore Henry Kline and freshman Sophie Kline.

Henry ended up finishing his second consecutive trip to state with a time of 16:47.02, and 30th place as an individual out of 152 runners.

“Henry was focused and ran a smart race,” said coach Jennifer Clemins. “He went out quick, but not too fast. His split at the mile was 5:08. From there he moved up a few more places and maintained a solid 30th-place finish. It was not his fastest time of the season, but still a respectable time for the state meet. Last year Henry placed 72nd and ran a 17:30, so he improved greatly from his previous state performance. He already is looking forward to next year. His goal, top 10 next

St. Croix Falls runner Henry Kline sprints to the finish line During the Division 2 state cross-country meet in Wisconsin Rapids Saturday, Oct. 27, where he placed 30th overall.

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Saints freshman Sophie Kline raced in her first-ever state cross-country meet, finishing with a time of 16:27.35.

year. I have no doubt that he will do so.”

Sophie finished her first trip to the state meet 93rd out of 150 other runners with a time of 16:27.35.

“Sophie’s goal was to go out strong and try to stay with Osceola’s McKenzie Fortier, whom she was sharing a lane with. Unfortunately, Sophie lost McKenzie in the crowd right away. Unlike the boys race, where the runners were spread out in a long line, the girls race was much tighter. Large packs of girls, 10 to 15 runners thick, were running together, making it difficult for Sophie to work around the packs,” Clemins said.

Sophie, too, is hoping for another return trip to the state meet and will no doubt have a plan during the offseason to improve on her goals.

“As a coach, I am very proud of these two kids. They are hard workers, never complain and always give 110 percent at practice. They truly are passionate about this sport and understand the rigor it takes to be successful as a cross-country athlete. I am fortunate to have experienced this milestone in their cross-country careers,” Clemins said.

AREA BOWLING RESULTS Hacker’s Lanes

Sunday Afternoon Youth Standings: Back 2 The North 14.5, The Bowlers 13, A.J.R. 13, DCF 12.5, Team 12, We Bowl 7.

Boy’s games: Zach Schmidt (TB) 242, Kyle Hunter (TB) 214, Austin Bruss (DCF) 213.

Boy’s series: Zach Schmidt (TB) 554, Jordan Bazey (TB) 544, Kyle Hunter 533.

Girl’s games: Avery Steen (AJR) 168, Julia Owens (DCF) 144, Kerrigan Ekholm (T) 120.

Girl’s series: Avery Steen (AJR) 441, Julia Owens (DCF) 364, Kerrigan Ekholm 327.

Team games: The Bowlers 628, DCF 460, Back 2 The North 448.

Team series: The Bowlers 1631, Back 2 The North 1298, DCF 1288.

Monday Afternoon Retired Standings: Bears 21, Vultures 19, Night Hawks 19, Eagles 17, Hummingbirds 15, Swans 10, Badgers 10.

Men’s games (Handicap): Bob Eischens and Gary Berg 233, Dave Bannie 227.

Men’s series (Handicap): Phil Knuf 623, Gary Berg 616, Dale Johnson 572.

Women’s games (Handicap): Barbara Austad 200, Gloria Johnson 198, Joan Anderson and Denise Donahue 192.

Women’s series (Handicap): Denise Donahue 568, Barbara Austad 567, Joan Anderson 550.

Team games (Handicap): Night Hawks 783, Vultures 748, Badgers 744.

Team series (Handicap): Vultures 2201, Night Hawks 2188, Badgers 2174.

Tuesday Classic Standings: Yellow Lake Lodge 64.5, Bottle Shop 60.5, Great Northern Outdoors 57.5, Pioneer Bar 55.5, Northern Home & Improvement 39.5, House of Wood 34.5.

Individual games: Josh Henry 256, Daryl Bazey 255, Butch Hacker Jr. 254.

Individual series: Chris Olson 645, Ricky Daniels 643, Gene Ackland 629.

Team games: Yellow Lake Lodge 666, Great Northern Oudoors 637, Pioneer Bar 594.

Team series: Great Northern Outdoors 1835, Yellow Lake Lodge 1763, Northern Home & Improvement 1727.

Consecutive strikes (5 or more): Josh Henry 6x = 256, Butch Hacker Jr. 6x = 254, Daryl Bazey 5x = 255, Chris Olson 5x = 224.

Games 50 pins or more above average: Josh Henry 256 = 79, Daryl Bazey 255 = 83, Butch Hacker Jr. 254 = 70.

Series 100 pins or more above average: Ricky Daniels 643 = 103 Splits converted: 6-7-8 Brian McBroom.

Wednesday Night Early Standings: Lake Services Unlimited 22, Daeffler’s Quality Meats 20, S&S Tree Bird Shoppe 19, Skol Bar 18, Pioneer Bar 14, Cummings Lumber 14, Larsen Auto Center 13, Stotz & Co. 8.

Individual games: Brett Daeffler (DQM) 245, Dale Frandsen (SC) 242, Lyle Doolittle (LSU) 236.

Individual series: Milt Daeffler (LAC) 630, Oliver Baillargeon (DQM) 613, Dale Frandsen 605.

Team games: S&S Tree Bird Shoppe 961, S&S Tree Bird Shoppe 919, Daeffler’s Quality Meats and Lake Services Unlimited 893.

Team series: S&S Tree Bird Shoppe 2708, Lake Services Unlimited 2552, Skol Bar 2515.

Thursday Early Standings: Fab Four 61, Hell Raisers 58.5, Kinetico 55.5, American Family Siren 54, Red Iron Studios 51, Wikstrom Construction 50.5, Daeffler’s Quality Meats 44, Grindell Law Offices 41.5.

Individual games: Mark Bohn (FF) 231, Brian McBroom (AFS) 229, Brandon Dahl (K) 221.

Individual series: Brandon Dahl (K) 599, Brian McBroom (AFS) 592, Edward Bitler (RIS) 587.

Team games: Hell Raisers 556, Red Iron Studios 554, Kinetico and American Family Siren 539.

Team series: Hell Raisers 1649, Red Iron Studios 1556, Kinetico 1529.

Consecutive strikes (5 or more): Mark Bohn 5x = 231; Brandon Dahl 5x = 234.

Games 50 pins or more above average: Brandon Dahl 213 (+59); Brandon Dahl 221 (+67); Brian McBroom 229 (+54).

Series 100 or more above average: Brandon Dahl 599 (+137).

Splits converted: 2-7-8: Brian McBroom, 3-6-7: Bert Meyer, 3-10 Brian McBroom, 5-7-9 Rich Tims.

Friday Night Ladies Standing: Pin Heads 48.5, SKM 34.5, Junque Art 33, The Leader 28, Frederic Design 24.

Individual games: Pat Traun 215, Gail Linke 200, Jen Ellefson 190.

Individual series: Gail Linke 514, Pat Traun 507, Jen Ellefson 504.

Team games: Pin Heads 647, Junque Art 619, The Leader 610.

Team series: Pin Heads 1833, Junque Art 1682, The Leader 1663.

Games 50 or more above average: Pat Traun; Jen Ellefson.

Splits converted: 4-7-10: Margie Traun, 5-7 Linda O’Donnell.

McKenzie Lanes

Monday Night Madness Standings: Alleycats 32, Eagle Lounge 29, Bon Ton 26, Mishaps 25.

Individual game: Barbara Benson 170, Sue Wonka and Debra Mattson 160.

Individual series: Barbara Benson 490, Cathy Albrecht 445, Debra Mattson 441.

Team games (Handicap): Eagle Lounge 625, Alleycats 597.

Team series (Handicap): Bon Ton 1748, Eagle Lounge 1745.

Monday Night Ladies Standings: McKenzie Lanes 73, Metal Products C 70, Milltown Appliance 66, Wolf Creek Log Furniture 65, Edina Divas 63.5, Frederic Truck & Trailer 53.5, Alyeska Contracting 50, Bye 29.

Individual games: Erlene Johnson 199, Toni Sloper 193, Cindy Castellano 186.

Individual series: Cindy Castellano 525, Shirley Wilson 500, Erlene Johnson 491.

Team games (Handicap): Alyeska Contracting 839.

Team series (Handicap): McKenzie Lanes 2413.

Tuesday Women’s Standings: Tomlinson Insurance 89.5, Kindred Spirits 84, Hauge Dental 79.5, Custom Outfitter 77, Country Gals 60.5, LC’s Gals 54, Kassel Tap 54, Gutter Dusters 45.5.

Individual games: Barb Austad 219, Lonnie Stowell 199, Shirley Wiswell 196.

Individual series: Lonnie Stowell 554, Shirley Wiswell 504, Toni Sloper 501.

Team games (Handicap): Hauge Dental 861, Kindred Spirits 828, Gutter Dusters 821.

Team series (Handicap): Hauge Dental 2423, Kindred Spirits 2388, Gutter Dusters 2357.

Tuesday Night Men’s Standings: McKenzie Lanes 16, Nel-LoHill Farm 14.5, The Dugout 14, Centurview Park 10.5, Dream Lawn 9.5, Hack’s Pub 6, Steve’s Appliance 5.5, The Cobbler Shop 4.

Individual games: Darren McKenzie 279, Donny Potting Jr. 262, Rick Fox 247.

Individual series: Donny Potting Jr. 696, Roy Price 679, Rick Fox 674.

Team games (Hadicap): Nel-Lo-Hill Farm 1255.

Team series (Handicap): Nel-Lo-Hill Farm 3557.

Wednesday Early League Standings: Dalles House 36, Adamark Repair 34, Cutting Edge 30, Gehrman Auto Body 28, Balsam Branch Transport 26, Greatland Transportation 24, Suzie Q’s 10, Bye 4.

Men’s games: Mike Welling 258, Mark Kamish 256, Mark Anderson 242.

Men’s series: Mark Kamish 709, Mike Welling 640, Jason Steffen 597.

Women’s games: Brenda Lehmann 164, Justine Melin 164, Jeanne Kizer 145.

Women’s series: Justine Melin 451, Brenda Lehmann 429, Jeanne Kizer 413.

Team games (Handicap): Gehrman Auto Body 710.

Team series (Handicap): Gehrman Auto Body 1987.

Wednesday Night Men’s Standings: Harvest Moon 40, Tiger Express 36, Davy’s Construction 36, Dalles Electricians 33, McKenzie Lanes 32, Reed’s Marina 30, Hanjo Farms 25, Edina Realty 24.

Individual games: Darren McKenzie 279, Jim Alt 255, Nick Valentine 245.

Individual series: Darren McKenzie 738, Nick Valentine 648, Jesse Schultz 641.

Team games (Handicap): Harvest Moon 1063, Tiger Express 1006.

Team series (Handicap): Harvest Moon 3077, Tiger Express 2902.

Thursday Night Ladies Standings: Hauge Dental 95, Hack’s Pub 90, Central Bank 86, KJ’s 78, Cutting Edge Pro 75.5, Truhlsen Chiropractic 74, Bont Chiropractic 72.5, Eagle Valley Bank 69.

Individual games: Norma Hauge 213, Denise Sandmann 189, Lonnie Stowell 187.

Individual series: Norma Hauge 539, Jackie Patterson 521, Jen Tober 510.

Team games (Handicap): Hauge Dental 849, Hack’s Pub 770, Cutting Edge Pro 743.

Team series (Handicap): Hauge Dental 2279, Cutting Edge Pro 2140, Hack’s Pub 2102.

Saturday Night Mixed Standing: Roller Coasters 43, T-Dawgs 40, The Bald & the Beautiful 35, The InLaws 35, B&K Cousins 34, Cutting Edge Pro Shop 31, Eureka Bombers 30.5, D.I.F.F. 23.5.

Men’s games: Roger Fisk 298, Rick Katzmark 248, Tim Katzmark 215.

Men’s series: Roger Fisk 721, Rick Katzmark 648, Tim Katzmark 619.

Women’s games: Jan Kruse 188, Toni Sloper 183, Colie Schmid 176.

Women’s series: Jan Kruse 488, Toni Sloper 444, Patti Katzmark 441.

Team games (Handicap): T-Dawgs 1009, Cutting Edge Pro Shop 1001, Roller Coasters 978.

Team series (Handicap): Cutting Edge Pro Shop 2795, T-Dawgs and Roller Coasters 2707.

Black & Orange

Early Birds Standings: Yellow River Saloon 20-8, Black & Orange 16.5-11.5, The Tap 10.517.5, Gandy Dancer Saloon 9-19.

Individual games: Marcy Viebrock (B&O) 170, Linda Strong (YRS) 164, Sally Casey (YRS) 163.

Individual series: Marcy Viebrock (B&O) 486, Sally Casey (YRS) 435, Linda Strong (YRS) 424.

Team games: Black & Orange 873, Yellow River Saloon 860, The Tap 842.

Team series: Black & Orange 2503, Yellow River Saloon 2492, The Tap 2483.

Monday Night Men’s Standings: Black & Orange 17-11, Larry’s LP 14-14, Player Motorsports 13-15, Ed’s Logging 12-16.

Individual games: Myron Mansfield (PM) 201, Larry Johnson (L), Vern Nottorx (B&O) and George Kern (B&O) 183, Jack Witzany (L) 177.

Individual series: George Kern (B&O) 489, Mark Holmstrom (B&O) 475, Dean Eytcheson (EL) 461.

Team games: Player Motorsports 904, Black & Orange 901, Ed’s Logging 872.

Team series: Black & Orange 2596, Ed’s Logging 2518, Player Motorsports 2413.

Games 50 or more above average: Myron Mansfield 201 (+52); Keith Buskirk 169 (+58).

Tuesday Tippers Standings: Main Home Services, A&H Country Market, Gob’s Gals, West Point Lodge.

Individual games: Laura Main (MHS) 215, Helen Beest (GG) 209, Sally Kabus (MHS) 208.

Individual series: Laura Main (MHS) 591, Cindy Hesik and Kari Budge 572.

Team games: Main Home Services 788, Gob’s Gals 742, Gob’s Gals 740.

Team series: Main Home Services 2201, Gob’s Gals 2196, West Point Lodge 2133.

TNT Standings: Cashco 20-12, Flower Power 18-14, Larry’s LP 17-15, Homestead Cafe 9-23.

Individual games: Cheryl Scallon (C) 196, Jennifer Kern (L) 181, Kathy Vandergon (HC) 168.

Individual series: Jennifer Kern (L) 500, Cheryl Scallon (C) 486, Carol Phelps (FP) 442.

Team games: Flower Power 888, Cashco 839, Homestead Café 837.

Team series: Flower Power 2503, Cashco 2435, Homestead Café 2408.

Games 50 or above average: Cheryl Scallon 196 (+60).

Wednesday Night Men’s Standings: Cashco 25-3, Lions 17-11, Black & Orange 16-12, Pheasant Inn 1414, Zia Louisa’s 12-16, Vacant 0-28.

Individual games: Josh Johnson (L) 219, Monte Rinnman (C) 209, Chris Johnson (PI) 203.

Individual series: Josh Johnson (L) 579, Fred Zajac (C) 559, Mike Zajac (C) 556.

Team games: Lions 954, Cashco 936, Black & Orange and Pheasant Inn 879.

Team series: Cashco 2725, Lions 2708, Pheasant Inn 2545.

Games 50 or more above average: Josh Johnson 219 (+58).

Early Risers Standings: Gayle’s Northwoods Hair Design 23-9, Black & Orange 19-13, Gandy Dancer 13-19, 10th Hole 9-23.

Individual games: Delores Lien (B&O) 182, Lylah Nelson (B&O) 153, Millie Hansen (GNHD) and Claudia Peterson (G) 151.

Individual series: Delores Lien (B&O) 437, Pam Dildine (10th) 425, Jan Budge (GNHD) 424.

Team games: Black & Orange 728, Gayle’s Northwoods Hair Design 709, 10th Hole 688.

Team series: Black & Orange 2129, Gayle’s Northwoods Hair Design 2092, 10th Hole 1977.

Splits converted: 6-7-10 Evie Engebretson.

Friday Afternoon Mix Standings: Tasmanian Devils 13-7, Fantastic Four 10-10, Mis Splits 9-11, Bowling Buds 8-12.

Men’s games: Jim Thompson (M) 187, Wayne Lundeen (FF) 179, John Vanous (TD) 177.

Men’s series: Jim Thompson (M) 466, George Godzik (TD) 454, John Vanous (TD) 453.

Women’s games: Jean Thompson (M) and Laurie Lundeen (FF) 164, Vicki Wier (TD) 158, Char Vanous (TD) 142.

Women’s series: Jean Thompson (M) 471, Vicki Wier (TD) 459, Laurie Lundeen (FF) 430.

Team games: Tasmanian Devils 800, Fantastic Four 799, Mis Splits 798.

Team series: Fantastic Four 2356, Tasmanian Devils 2343, Mis Splits 2269.

Denny’s Downtown Lanes

Sunday Afternoon Mix Standings: Wild Ones 34, Spare Us 33.5, Hi-Low Rollers 29, Sisters D 15.5.

Individual games: Jim Loomis 219, Jim Loomis 201, Jamie Mier 162.

Individual series: Jim Loomis 567, Jamie Mier 429, Scott Lamphere 384.

Team games: Wild Ones 316, Wild Ones 278, Hi-Low Rollers 247.

Team series: Wild Ones 826, Spare Us 691, Sisters D 654.

Wednesday Night Men’s Standings: Boyd’s Outdoor Power 25, Wood River Pharmacy 21, Radio Shack 20, Dummy Team 16, Grantsburg Sanitary 15, Fiedler Ford 8.

Individual games (Handicap): Thomas McCarthy 247, Jared Nelson 237, Jeff Finch 225.

Individual series (Handicap): Kevin Lokker 624, Jeff Finch 623, Jared Nelson 618.

Team games (Handicap): Boyd’s Outdoor Power 1043, Wood River Pharmacy 991, Grantsburg Sanitary 957.

Team series (Handicap): Boyd’s Outdoor Power 3034, Wood River Pharmacy 2855, Grantsburg Sanitary 2764.

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Emptying out the in box • Will Luck’s previously injured offensive mainstays Trent Strapon and Karsten Petersen be at full strength when the Cards face Green Bay NEW Lutheran this Saturday, Nov. 3, in the WIAA eight-man football jamboree over at Schofield?

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• Congrats to 1970s multisport Frederic athlete Laryn Larson for having the acumen and know-how to arrow a nice buck recently, well before the peak of the rut.

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• Now that the Luck Cardinal volleyball team has earned a trip to the WIAA state championships, head coach Jen Nelson completes the quartet that could form a Mount Rushmore of LHS coaches along with the late Andy Dolny, Marty Messar and Rick Giller, all of state basketball

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• 1983 Frederic graduate Jeff Ryan was named a Wisconsin Baseball Coaches Association Coach of the Year for 2012.

Ryan is head coach at Prescott, which earned a Division 3 state baseball championship this past spring.

• 2013 will mark the 30th anniversary of Frederic’s last boys basketball conference championship. With Luck being the odds-on favorite to win the boys title this year, it will be tough for the Vikes to pull off a storybook anniversary title, even though head coach Ryan Lind returns rugged frontcourt mainstays Adam Chenal and Ian Lexen.

• Expect Siren’s charismatic girls basketball coach Ryan Karsten to lead his Dragon girls squad back to the top of the

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West Lakeland heap in 2012-13 after a one-year absence.

Seniors Raven Emery, Brittany Coulter, Kyaisha Kettula and Liz Brown will be the primary reasons why the Lady Dragons will return to glory after a subpar 2011-12.

• Thanks to advanced technology, it appears that Wisconsin’s traditional cumbersome, costly and time-consuming system for registering deer hunting kills might soon be a thing of the past. In this era of cell phones and touch-tone dialing there’s no longer a valid reason why successful hunters should be required to haul their dead animals into a registration station, sometimes miles away. In fact, it could be easily argued that potential violators might be more likely to eschew the registration ritual if required to haul their quarry 10 or more miles to a registration station. If all it takes is a toll-free phone call, the percentage of legal registrations would likely increase. Write your legislator today!

Grantsburg volleyball/continued went for the jugular, finishing the Comets off 25-15. Players of mention for Grantsburg were led by Sam Schwieger, with 18 kills and 13 digs. RuthAnn Pedersen con-

• Former Milwaukee Brewers slugger Prince Fielder proved that you can run, but you can’t hide from a losing tradition. When San Francisco swept Fielder’s Detroit Tigers in the 2012 World Series, it marked the Giants second world championship in three years.

Meanwhile, Tigers fans have to go way back to 1984 since they last earned the title. The Brewers, of course, have never “won the big one” and some say they probably never will. “They (the Brewers) are the Minnesota Vikings of baseball!” said one local baseball fan recently.

• Spies working the WIAC college beat say that recent Frederic grad and champion decathlete Zach Anderson will be returning for another year of track stardom at UW-Stout next spring.

John Ryan may jmr202@yahoo.com.

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tributed with nine kills as did Macy Hanson along with 12 digs. Wendy Roberts had eight kills and 10 digs and Jen Schwieger had 10 digs. Stacey McKenzie was a human wall at the net, blocking six kills. Last but not least, Kylie Pewe had eight digs and 30 assists.

Stacey McKenzie tips the ball over the net against Cameron. – Photo by Mark Bell, Barron Newshield

Luck football playing in 8-man Jamboree Saturday

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer LUCK – The Luck Cardinals eight-man football team is getting set to take on Green Bay NEW Lutheran this Saturday, Nov. 3, at Stiehm Stadium in Schofield.

Seven other top teams in eight-man football are also scheduled to play in the jamboree on Saturday.

At 7-2 overall the Cardinals have the third best record in the state and drew a No. 2 seed, while Green Bay It was a ghastly level two of WIAA playoffs for the Prediction King as he was haunted especially by his hometown pick of Frederic over Pepin-Alma. His ghoulish 3-2 performance dropped his seasonal record to 51-14 and lowered his success rate to 78 THE SWAMI percent. This week will mark his final installment of 2012 football picks.

There’s a clever Halloween theme in this week’s predictions. Read them if you dare!

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NEW.Lutheran is also the No. 2 seed with a 7-1 record.

The Cardinals will play at 4 p.m., on Saturday, with the No. 1 teams, Prairie Farm (7-0) and Abundant Life/St. Ambrose (8-0) to follow at 7 p.m. The jamboree will kick off at 10 a.m., with the No. 4 seed Bruce (4-4) going up against Stockbridge (3-5), and a 1 p.m., game with No. 3 seed New Auburn (6-2) playing Elkhart Lake-Glenbeulah (4-4).

This week’s predictions: Green Bay NEW Lutheran 42, Luck 34 – A suspenseful thriller.

Prairie Farm 52, Abundant Life 30 – It won’t be as gory as some of PF’s earlier floggings but it will be a Panther victory just the same.

Glenwood City 32, Pepin-Alma 22 – GC brought Clayton’s season to a chilling demise last week and will do the same to the Eagles.

Colby 30, Prescott 19 – The horror experienced by Unity last week will not be as gruesome for Prescott on Saturday but it will be a Cardinal loss just the same.

Somerset 27, St. Croix Central 14 – It’s almost eerie the way Somerset rises from the shadows at playoff time to inflict misery upon unsuspecting opponents.

The Swami answers all e-mails and can be reached at predictionking@yahoo.com.

Pirates senior Jennifer Schwieger fires up the bench. – Photo by Scott Hoffman

LEADER SPORTS SCOREBOARD VOLLEYBALL Team Luck Cardinals Grantsburg Pirates Unity Eagles St. Croix Falls Saints Webster Tigers Siren Dragons Frederic Vikings

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11-1 11-1 7-5 6-6 5-5 2-9 0-13

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Overall 23-5 13-2 11-9 12-14 6-6 2-9 1-13

Scores Thursday, October 25 (Sectional semifinals) Grantsburg 3, Cameron 1 Luck 3, Mellen 0 Saturday, October 27 (Sectional finals) Grantsburg 3, Regis 2 Luck 3, Clayton 0 Upcoming (State tournament, Green Bay) Friday, November 2 10 a.m.

Luck vs. Catholic Central 1 p.m.

Grantsburg vs. Oostburg Saturday, November 3 10 a.m.

Division 4 championship game 12:30 p.m. Division 3 championship game

Lakeland - North Standings Team Conf.

Cameron Comets 7-0 Frederic Vikings 6-1 Unity Eagles 4-3 Flambeau Falcons 4-3 Grantsburg Pirates 4-3 St. Croix Falls Saints 2-5 Webster Tigers 1-6 Shell Lake Lakers 0-7 Lakeland - 8-Man Standings Team Conf.

Prairie Farm Panthers 7-0 Luck Cardinals 5-1 New Auburn Trojans 5-2 Siren Dragons 3-3 Bruce Red Raiders 3-4 Northwood/Solon Springs 3-4 Winter Warriors 1-6 Birchwood Bobcats 0-7 Scores Friday, October 26 Colby 51, Unity 6 Saturday, October 27 Pepin/Alma 28, Frederic 13

Overall 8-1 8-2 5-5 4-5 4-5 2-6 1-7 0-8 Overall 7-0 6-1 6-2 3-3 3-4 3-4 1-6 0-7

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ATVs • BIRDING • BOATING • CAMPING • FISHING • HIKING • HUNTING • RECREATIONAL VEHICLES

Polk County bear nearly a county record such a large black bear, a form from a Kodiak grizzly had to be ordered by John Cardinal of Nature’s Image Taxidermy.

As part of the Boone and Crockett scoring system, record bears aren’t scored based on the weight but rather, the size of the skull. Schommer’s officially measures 21-15/16, just shy of the Polk County record that stands at a tie between two other hunters at exactly 22 inches.

Schommer’s bear would likely be the new Polk County record but, after caping out the animal, he accidentally cut part of the back of the skull off, which is needed for the complete measurement. Official scorer Dave O’Brien told Schommer that had he not cut that part of the skull, it probably would have scored 22-1/16.

That doesn’t bother Schommer, however, as he said he wasn’t after a trophy anyway, and likely won’t be applying for another bear tag in the future.

“You know what, I don’t want to shoot another bear. I can’t do better, put it that way,” he said.

Local Walt Schommer recalls 2010 hunt

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer FREDERIC – The 2010 bear-hunting season is a distant memory for most people, but for Walt Schommer of Frederic, the memory of his hunt continues to be as fresh as the day it happened. In 2010 he shot a bear with a live weight of 621 pounds, with a field-dressed weight of 550 pounds, while hunting with the family and friends of Randy and Denise Freer of Milltown.

“The little kids were right there in the woods with them. I mean the kids go out … the whole family goes out,” said Schommer, still recalling the generosity of the Freers in allowing him the opportunity to hunt even though they didn’t know him at the time.

Schommer had hunted bears only once before in his life but was unsuccessful after an eight-year wait for a tag. He applied again eight years later and, creeping into his final week of his hunt over bait, he called friend Bruce Potter of Frederic who had a pair of hounds and hunted with others in the area for bear. The Freer family ended up taking Schommer under their wing, and it wasn’t long before he found himself trailing the huge bruin with hounds along with the Freer family.

Because the bear was so big, it wasn’t going to escape dogs by climbing up a tree. The bear ended up getting bayed by the dogs in a large cornfield in Polk County’s Town of Georgetown, when Schommer was instructed to load his gun and go in after it.

“So we went downwind and they said just keep cutting across corn rows until you get near it. I kept walking and just 50 feet away I could hear the low growling of the bear,” Schommer said.

While he couldn’t see the bear, it wasn’t

Walt Schoomer stands next to the huge bear taken in 2010 in Polk County, that is nearly a county record with the measurements of the skull he is holding. – Photo by Marty Seeger long and the bear moved straight into the shooter’s row.

“All of a sudden he came down my row and that’s the odd part. If he had came over here,” Schommer pointed, “I’d probably still be telling the story but with no bear. But here he comes right down my row.”

It took several shots to down the bear but in the end it was quite the celebration, with nearly 20 family members showing up to see the bear. Schommer was still in awe of the generosity and tight bonds of the family tradition the Freer family enjoys year after year.

More recently, Schommer got a full body mount of the bear that now rests in his basement. His grandkids have grown quite fond of it, and Schommer lets them sit on top of the animal. The bruin measures 8-1/2 feet in length and was aged at This photo shows just how large Walt Schommer’s bear was when he shot it in 2010. – Leader 11-1/2 years old. In order to fit a form on file photo

Hunters urged to consider donating venison for food pantries MADISON – Hunters can again donate deer to help feed the hungry through a partnership that over the past 11 years has

stocked food pantries across the state with 3.6 million pounds of ground venison, state wildlife officials say.

Coyote by bow

Kody Pettis, 15, of Hertel, shot his first coyote with a bow recently. – Photo submitted

The Wisconsin Venison Donation Program and its affiliates, Hunt for the Hungry and Target Hunger, along with more than 120 participating meat processors, are ready to accept and distribute extra venison donated by hunters during this deer-hunting season, according to Brad Koele, the Department of Natural Resources wildlife biologist coordinating the venison program.

“The generosity of hunters, meat processors and volunteers has been incredible,” Koele said. “We need your help again this season to share the harvest and help families in need.”

In the past 12 years, hunters have donated 80,000 deer which were processed into more than 3.6 million pounds of ground venison and distributed to food pantries across the state.

A list of participating meat processors, and instructions for donating, are available on the DNR Web site: dnr.wi.gov, keyword Deer Donation.

Hunters can donate a deer by following a few simple steps: • Field dress the deer and register it at a Wisconsin DNR registration station before donating the deer.

• Call first! Contact one of the participating processors before dropping the deer off to verify the processor has space to accept your deer.

• Deer legally harvested outside the CWD management zone are registered with a silver metal tag. These deer can be dropped off at a participating processor

by Jan. 6, 2013.

• Deer legally harvested and sampled for CWD outside the CWD management zone will be marked with a round medal medallion. Processors that will accept CWD sampled deer, in addition to regular silver tagged deer, are identified with an asterisk (*) on the 2012 Wisconsin Deer Donation poster. Not all participating processors are equipped to process CWD sampled deer.

• Deer legally harvested in the CWD management zone are registered with a red metal tag. Red-tagged deer can only be donated to a processor participating in the Target Hunger program. Donated redtagged deer are tested for CWD and only deer that test negative will go out to pantries.

• Donate the entire deer to receive the processing for free. (Head and/or antlers may be removed for mounting.)

When dropping a deer off at a processor, sign the simple log sheet indicating your desire to donate the deer and the donated deer will be processed and the venison will be distributed to charitable organizations to help feed Wisconsin’s needy. – from the DNR

PAGE 22 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NEWS SECTION - A - OCTOBER 31, 2012 (Oct. 31, Nov. 7, 14) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Bank of America, N.A., as successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P., f/k/a Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. Plaintiff vs.

JOHN JOHNSON A/K/A JOHN H. JOHNSON, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 201 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on July 12, 2012, in the amount of $176,781.02, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 29, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

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

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: The East 1/2 of the South 330 feet of the North 935 feet of the East 792 feet of the Southeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 13, Township 32 North, Range 19 West, in the Town of Farmington, Polk County, Wisconsin, subject to a perpetual easement over and across the North 33 feet of the above-described parcel for ingress and egress to the West 1/2 thereof.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 365 240th St., Osceola, WI 54020.

TAX KEY NO.: 022-00299-0000.

Dated this 8th day of October, 2012. /s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Scott D. Nabke Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1037979 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 572518 262-790-5719 WNAXLP Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 2214230

(Oct. 17, 24, 31) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY U.S. Bank National Association ND, Plaintiff, vs.

Sandra Lynn Hoff a/k/a Sandra L. Hoff, Defendant.

Case Classification: 30404 SUMMONS (For Publication) Case No. 12 CV 584 Hon. Jeffery L. Anderson THE STATE OF WISCONSIN, to Defendant Sandra Lynn Hoff a/k/a Sandra L. Hoff: You are hereby notified that the plaintiff named above has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you.

This is a real estate foreclosure action. Therefore, within 40 days after October 17, 2012 (60 days as to the United States of America), you must respond with a written demand for a copy of the complaint. The demand must be sent or delivered to the court, whose address is Clerk of Court, Polk County Courthouse, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810 and to Ralph Moore, Plaintiff’s attorney whose address is 332 Minnesota Street, Suite W-1650, St. Paul, MN 55101. You may have an attorney help or represent you.

If you do not demand a copy of the complaint within 40 days (60 days as to the United States of America), the court may grant judgment against you for the award of money or other legal action requested in the complaint, and you may lose your right to object to anything that is or may be incorrect in the complaint. A judgment may be enforced as provided by law. A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate you own now or in the future, and may also be enforced by garnishment or seizure of property.

The object of this action is to foreclose a mortgage recorded with the Register of Deeds for Polk County, Wisconsin, on November 3, 2004, in Vol. 962 of Records, Page 332 as Document No. 689515.

Date: October 11, 2012.

STEIN & MOORE, P.A. By: /s/Kristine K. Nogosek Ralph L. Moore, I.D. #1046351 Attorneys for Plaintiff 332 Minnesota St. Suite W-1650 St. Paul, MN 55101 571645 WNAXLP 651-224-9683

ORDINANCE 3-2012 EFFECTIVE NOVEMBER 14, 2012, REVISE AMEND SECTION 200-2 OF THE GENERAL ORDINANCES PERTAINING TO TYPES OF LOUD AND UNNECESSARY NOISES TO READ AS FOLLOWS:

The Village of Webster Board for the Village of Webster, Burnett County, Wisconsin, does ordain as follows: WHEREAS, the Village Board for the Village of Webster has determined that in conformity with other relevant sections of the Municipal Code; for the orderly operation and development of the Village; and to protect the health, safety and well-being of its citizens, that it is an appropriate exercise of its authority and power to amend, create and recreate its municipal ordinances so as to implement rules, policies and regulations pertaining to the orderly operation of the Village; NOW, THEREFORE, the Village Board for the Village of Webster does hereby approve, amend and/or create Section 200-2 of the Municipal Code for the Village of Webster, Wisconsin, regarding the regulation of Jacobs Engine Brake® prohibited within the municipal limits for the Village of Webster according to the following provisions, to-wit: 200-2 TYPES OF LOUD AND UNNECESSARY NOISES. 8) No driver of any vehicle within the Village shall use or operate or cause to be used or operated any mechanical device designed to aid in braking or deceleration of his or her vehicle which results in the creation of a loud, explosive noise known as an engine compression brake and commonly referred to as a “Jacobs Engine Brake®.” a) The provisions of Subsection A shall not apply to the application of engine compression brakes where necessary for the protection of persons and property which cannot be avoided by the application of an alternative braking system. Noise caused by the application of engine compression brakes created by emergency vehicles for emergency purposes shall also be exempt.

All other provisions of the Municipal Code and ordinances not in conflict with the changes as set forth herein and adopted hereby shall continue and remain unchanged.

All other ordinances or parts of ordinances contravening the provisions of these ordinance changes are hereby repealed.

This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and publication as required by law.

Respectfully submitted, 572401 11L Patrice Bjorklund, Clerk, Village of Webster WNAXLP

Notices/Employment opportunities (Oct. 31, Nov. 7, 14) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Bank of America, N.A., as successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. Plaintiff vs.

JENNIFER A. LARSON, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 11 CV 797 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on April 13, 2012, in the amount of $133,803.07, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 29, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

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

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Lot 25, Plat of Silver Ridge, said plat located in part of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 and part of the Southeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 18, Township 33 North of Range 18 West, Village of Dresser, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 416 Garfield Street, Dresser, WI 54009.

TAX KEY NO.: 116-00468-2500.

Dated this 8th day of October, 2012. /s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff

Scott D. Nabke Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1037979 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 572516 262-790-5719 WNAXLP Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 2213173

(Oct. 31, Nov. 7, 14) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Bank of America, N.A., as successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. Plaintiff vs.

STEPHEN C. KONOBECK, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 11 CV 751 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on March 23, 2012, in the amount of $192,804.14, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 27, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

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

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Lot 2 of Andrea Acres, said plat located in the Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 and the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 and part of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 30, Township 32 North, Range 18 West, in the Town of Farmington, Polk County, Wis. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2378 15th Ave., Osceola, WI 54020.

TAX KEY NO.: 022-01003-0200.

Dated this 5th day of October, 2012. /s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Scott D. Nabke Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1037979 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 2210208 572503 WNAXLP

INVITATION FOR BIDS ON TIMBER STUMPAGE

Sealed bids will be received by the Department of Natural Resoures for timber stumpage on the following properties: Governor Knowles State Forest, Amsterdam Sloughs and Danbury Wildlife areas, and Interstate State Park. Bids will be received at the DNR Ranger Station, P.O. Box 51, 26387 Lakeland Avenue So., Webster, WI 54893, until 1 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012. A timber sale prospectus, bid forms, sample contract and detailed information on each timber tract can be obtained by calling 715-866-8201.

There are 5 tracts of timber for sale on state lands covering 299 acres in Burnett and Polk Counties. Total approximate volumes are as follows: Aspen – 1,250 cords, oak – 485 cords, mixed hardwood – 1,054 cords, jack pine – 325 cords, red pine – 500 cords, hard maple – 29 mbf, mixed hardwood – 66 mbf, basswood – 18 mbf, oak – 11 mbf.

Worker’s Compensation Insurance and Certification to the Wisconsin SFI Training Standard are required. The Department of Natural Resources reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Bids will be opened publicly at the Webster DNR Ranger Station at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012.

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TOWN OF OAKLAND BURNETT COUNTY, WI NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Notice is hereby given that on Thursday, November 8, 2012, at 7 p.m., at the Webster Fire Hall, located at 7420 W. Main St., Webster, a Public Hearing on the proposed budget for the Town of Oakland will be held. The proposed budget in detail is available for inspection at the Clerk’s office by appointment. Phone: 715-866-8213.

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NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that on Thursday, November 8, 2012, immediately following completion of the Public Hearing on the proposed budget which begins at 7 p.m., Webster Fire Hall, located at 7420 W. Main St., Webster, WI, a Special Town Meeting of Electors will be held pursuant to Sec. 60.12 (1) (a) of Wisconsin Statutes, called by the town board for the purposes: To approve the total 2013 highway expenditures pursuant to Sec. 81.01 (3) of Wis. Statutes.

To adopt the 2012 town tax levy to be paid in 2013, pursuant to Sec. 60.10 (1) (a) of Wis. Statutes.

The regular monthly meeting will follow these 2 meetings.

Deanna J. Krause, Clerk 572520 11L 1a

(Oct. 31, Nov. 7, 14) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Bank of America, N.A., as success by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. Plaintiff vs.

JUSTIN GROSZ A/K/A JUSTIN W. GROSZ, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 26 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on April 19, 2012, in the amount of $162,161.80, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 29, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

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

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Parcel 1: Lot 7, of Certified Survey Map No. 2247, filed in Volume 10 of Certified Survey Maps on page 171 as Document No. 556412, located in the Northeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 35, Township 34 North, Range 18 West, Town of St Croix Falls, Polk County, Wisconsin. Parcel 2: TOGETHER WITH a 1/7 interest in Outlot 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 2246, filed in Volume 10 of Certified Survey Maps on page 170 as Document No. 556411, located in the Northeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 35, Township 34 North, Range 18 West, Town of St Croix Falls, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1972 123rd Avenue, St. Croix Falls, WI 54024.

TAX KEY NO.: 044-00992-0700.

Dated this 8th day of October, 2012. /s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Dustin A. McMahon Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1086857 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 572515 262-790-5719 WNAXLP Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 2213344

(Oct. 17, 24, 31) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Trustee for Freddie Mac Securities REMIC Trust 2005S001 Plaintiff vs.

TIMOTHY C. CICCARELLI, et al.

Defendants Case No. 11 CV 135 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on July 19, 2011, in the amount of $336,774.05, the Polk County Sheriff will sell the premises described below at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: November 8, 2012, at 10 a.m.

TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens, encumbrances and payment of applicable transfer taxes.

PLACE: In the Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, located at 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin 54810.

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: Lot 22, as shown on the Plat of First Addition to Lori’s Lotus Lake Landing, filed in the Register of Deeds Office for Polk County, Wisconsin, in Envelope 30B, as Document No. 554519 and located in part of Government Lot 4, Section 21, and parts of Government Lot 2 and the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4, Section 22, Township 33 North, Range 18 West, Town of Osceola, Polk County, Wisconsin.

ADDRESS: 847 207th Street, Dresser, WI 54009.

TAX KEY NO: 042-01315-2200.

Dated this 3rd day of October, 2012.

Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Cummisford, Acevedo & Associates, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff Mark R. Cummisford State Bar #1034906 6508 South 27th Street, Ste. #6 Oak Creek, WI 53154 414-761-1700 Cummisford, Acevedo & Associates, LLC, is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 571462 WNAXLP

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT UW-EXTENSION OFFICE

Full-time position available with Burnett County in N.W. Wisconsin. www.burnettcounty.com for further details or 715-349572633 11-12L 2181. Application deadline Nov. 9, 2012. EOE. 1a,b,c PUBLIC NOTICE TOWN OF McKINLEY

The Town Board Meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 13, 2012, at the Town Hall, 7 p.m. Agenda will be posted.

Notice is hereby given that at 8 p.m. a PUBLIC HEARING on the PROPOSED 2013 BUDGET of the Town of McKinley will be held. The proposed budget will be posted.

Immediately following completion of the Public Hearing on the proposed 2013 budget, a special town meeting will be called pursuant to Section 60.12 (1)(c) of Wisconsin Statutes by the town board for the following purposes: 1. To approve the total 2013 highway expenditures pursuant to Section 81.01 (3) of Wisconsin Statutes.

2. To adopt the 2012 Town Levy to be paid in 201.3 pursuant to Section 60.10 (1)(c) of Wisconsin Statutes.

Town of McKinley Deborah Grover, Clerk 572606 11-12L WNAXLP

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING FOR THE TOWN OF LUCK

Budget meeting for the Town of Luck will be held in the Luck, Town Hall, November 8, 2012, at 8 p.m.

Proposed 2013 Budget Revenues Town Tax Levy.....................................................$100,000.00 State Shared Revenue..........................................$58,960.00 Hwy. Aid..............................................................$102,378.12 Liquor Lic....................................................................$950.00 Miscellaneous Revenues........................................$1,500.00 Interest Income..........................................................$300.00 Fire Departments..................................................$31,193.65 Total $295,281.77 Expenditures General Administration..........................................$23,000.00 Assessor.................................................................$6,600.00 Ambulance Service.................................................$7,803.00 Highways.............................................................$226,685.12 Fire Departments..................................................$31,193.65 Total $295,281.77

Notice is hereby given that on Thursday, November 8, 2012, immediately following the proposed budget hearing, a special town meeting of electors, called pursuant to Sec. 60.12 (1)(c) of Wisconsin Statutes by the town board for the following purposes will be held.

1. To approve the total 2013 highway expenditures pursuant to Sec. 81.01 (3) of Wisconsin Statutes.

2. To adopt the 2012 town tax levy to be paid in 2013 pursuant to Sec. 60.01 (1) (a) of Wisconsin Statutes.

572675 11L WNAXLP Lloyd Nelson, Clerk

NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING AND SPECIAL MEETING FOR THE TOWN OF ST. CROIX FALLS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT ON THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2012, at 7 p.m., at the Town Hall of St. Croix Falls, 1305 200th Street, a public hearing on the proposed budget for 2013 will be held. The proposed budget in detail is available for inspection at the Clerk’s office. The following is a summary of the proposed budget for 2013.

2012 2013 Percent Budget Budget Change Balance January 1 Reserved for Highway Equipment 143,994.00 135,672.00 -5.78 Park Land Dedication 1,750.00 1,750.00 Operations 447,823.00 174,341.00 -61.07 Revenues: Taxes: General Property Taxes Operational 329,538.00 373,909.00 13.46 Building Loan Repayment 43,020.00 0.00 Other Taxes 250.00 440.00 Special Assessments 0.00 0.00 Intergovernmental Revenues 126,395.00 124,710.00 Licenses and Permits 13,020.00 13,820.00 Penalties & Forfeitures 120.00 120.00 Public Charges for Services 1,445.00 160.00 Intergovernmental Charges for Services 800.00 1,000.00 Miscellaneous Revenue 3,425.00 2,810.00 Trust Fund Loan 0.00 0.00 Subtotal 518,013.00 516,969.00 Fund Balance Reserve Operations 35,403.00 0.00 TOTAL REVENUES 553,416.00 516,969.00 -6.59 Expenditures: General Government 132,265.00 123,400.00 Public Safety 71,570.00 71,670.00 Public Works (Highway) 222,210.00 265,199.00 Health and Human Services 6,200.00 6,200.00 Culture, Recreation, Education 1,745.00 1,000.00 Conservation, Development 37,400.00 36,400.00 Computer Outlay 0.00 1,000.00 Capital Outlay 1,000.00 1,000.00 Hwy. Equipment Outlay 1,000.00 1,000.00 Debt Service 69,926.00 0.00 Other Financing Uses, Refunds Refunds 100.00 100.00 TOTAL EXPENDITURES 543,416.00 506,969.00 -6.71 Reserve for Contingencies 10,000.00 10,000.00 Reserve for Capital Purchases 0.00 0.00 Reserve for Hwy. Equipment 0.00 0.00 TOTAL EXPENDITURES, RESERVES 553,416.00 516,969.00 Balance December 31 Reserved for Highway Equipment 145,000.00 145,000.00 Park Land Dedication 1,750.00 1,750.00 Operations 412,420.00 174,341.00

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SPECIAL TOWN MEETING OF ELECTORS NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that immediately following the budget hearing a special town meeting of the electors called pursuant to Sec. 60.12(1)(c) of Wis. Stats. for the following purposes will be held: 1. Recommend potential purchase of highway dump truck/ snowplow truck.

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

3. To consider the adoption of a resolution by the town meeting endorsing a town board resolution which proposes that the town levy exceed the state allowable levy limit under Wisconsin Statutes 66.0602, specifically a proposed tax levy which would exceed the allowable town tax levy for 2012 by 13.0014 percent which would be a dollar increase of $43,020.00 over the allowable increase of $1,351.00.

4. To approve the 2012 total town tax levy to be collected in 2013 pursuant to Wisconsin Statute 60.10(1)(a).

5. To approve the disposal of town property through sale.

6. To consider such items that were deferred to this meeting by the annual town meeting in April 2012.

Janet Krueger, Town Clerk 572701 11-12L WNAXLP

NOTICE OF REFERENDUM TOWN OF TRADE LAKE NOVEMBER 6, 2012 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that at an election to be held in the Town of Trade Lake, on November 6, 2012, the following proposed question will be submitted to a vote of the people: “Shall the person holding the office of Town Treasurer in the Town of Trade Lake be appointed by the Town Board?

The reason for changing the elected position of Town Treasurer to an appointed position by the Town Board is due to the extensive training, knowledge and responsibilities required; thus ensuring that the Town of Trade Lake has a qualified and trained person for the position.

A “YES” vote will authorize the Town Board to appoint the Town Treasurer.

A “NO” vote will deny the Town Board the authority to appoint the Town Treasurer. Thus the Town Treasurer would continue to be an elected position.

Done in the Town of Trade Lake on April 12, 2012 572698 11L 1a WNAXLP Deborah Christian, Clerk

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

MEDIUM EQUIPMENT OPERATOR - HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT

Full-time position available with Burnett County in N.W. Wisconsin. www.burnettcounty.com for further details or 715-349572635 11-12L 2181. Application deadline Nov. 9, 2012. EOE. 1a,b,c

JOB TITLE:

FULL-TIME COOK FOR SIREN SCHOOL

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications * Ability to follow oral and written directives from Food Service Manager. * Knowing and understanding the HACCP and implementing it to ensure that foods are prepared and stored at proper temperatures and in sanitary conditions. * Understanding the Dietary Specifications for weekly calorie ranges, saturated fat, sodium, etc. * Understand the components and regulations of the USDA National School Lunch and Breakfast programs. * Understanding the Food Based Menu Planning. * Good human relation skills when working with co-workers, staff and students. * Maintain a positive work attitude. * Ability to organize and manage your time to complete work in allotted time and run on a smooth schedule. * Be flexible to a changing work schedule with changing responsibilities and demands. * Must be able to lift 50 pounds. * Take a cooking test. * Maintain good standards of personal hygiene and cleanliness. * Knowledge in the documentation of the following areas is a plus, but will train: * Receiving * Inventory Control * Production Sheets * Temperature Logs * Food Temperatures * Following procedures for cleaning, sanitizing and polishing.

Applications are available online. Please forward applications or apply in person to School District of Siren District Office, 24022 Fourth Avenue, Siren, WI 54872.

The School District of Siren is an equal opportunity employer/educator and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, national origin or handicap.

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PARTISAN ELECTION NOVEMBER 6, 2012 LOCATION AND HOURS OF POLLING PLACES The Partisan Election will be held on Tuesday, November 6, 2012, in the State of Wisconsin. This notice of location and hours of polling places is published on behalf of the municipalities. Following is a list of polling place locations for Burnett County municipalities: Town of Anderson Town of Blaine Town of Daniels Town of Dewey Town of Grantsburg Town of Jackson Town of LaFollette Town of Lincoln Town of Meenon Town of Oakland Town of Roosevelt Town of Rusk

Town Hall Town Hall (Northland Comm Ctr.) Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall (Timberland Luth. Church) Town Hall

13808 Anderson Rd. 1232 E. School Rd. 9602 Daniels 70 Rd. 24433 Town Hall Rd. 23211 State Rd. 48/87 4599 County Rd. A 24184 Malone Rd. 9110 Perida Rd. 7396 Kruger Rd. 27826 Lone Pine Rd. 20805 Cty. Rd. H 25195 County Rd. H

Town of Sand Lake Town of Scott Town of Siren Town of Swiss Town of Trade Lake Town of Union Town of Webb Lake Town of West Marshland Town of Wood River Village of Grantsburg Village of Siren Village of Webster

Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall Village Hall Village Hall Community Center

5364 County Rd. X 28390 County Rd. H 7240 S. Long Lake Rd. 7551 Main Street 11811 Town Hall Rd. 9015 County Rd. F 31000 Namekagon Trail 12259 County Rd. F 11610 State Rd. 70 316 S. Brad St. 24049 First Ave. N. 7421 Main St. W.

The polls will open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. All of the polling places are accessible to elderly and disabled voters. If you have questions concerning your polling place, contact the municipal clerk: Town of Anderson Jessica King, Clerk 2773 185th St. Luck, WI 54853 715-472-4753 Town of Blaine Rita Ronnigen, Clerk 33426 North Mans Trail Minong, WI 54859 715-466-4884 Town of Daniels Liz Simonsen, Clerk 8851 Waldora Road Siren, WI 54872 715-349-2291 Town of Dewey Pamela Brown, Clerk 1148 Swiss Chalet Rd. Shell Lake, WI 54871 715-468-7111 Town of Grantsburg Romey Nelson, Clerk-Treasurer 118 E. Madison Avenue P.O. Box 642 Grantsburg, WI 54840 715-463-5600

Town of Jackson Lorraine Radke, Clerk 4742 County Rd. A Webster, WI 54893 715-866-8412 Town of LaFollette Linda Terrian, Clerk 23928 Malone Rd. Siren, WI 54872 715-349-2531 Town of Lincoln Wanda Washkuhn, Clerk 25603 Icehouse Bridge Road P.O. Box 296 Webster, WI 54893 715-866-4201 Town of Meenon Suzanna M. Eytcheson, Clerk 25863 E. Bass Lake Dr. Webster, WI 54893 715-866-4893 Town of Oakland Deanna Krause, Clerk 7426 W. Main St. P.O. Box 675 Webster, WI 54893 715-866-8213

Town of Roosevelt Patricia Hayden, Clerk 2997 County Road EE Shell Lake, WI 54871 715-468-2468 Town of Rusk Bonnie Harder, Clerk 26985 E. Benoit Lake Rd. Spooner, WI 54801 715-635-4723 Town of Sand Lake Peggy Tolbert, Clerk P.O. Box 165 Webster, WI 54893 715-222-9375 Town of Scott Kim Simon, Clerk 28390 County Rd. H Spooner, WI 54801 715-635-2308 Town of Siren Mary Hunter, Clerk 23340 Soderberg Rd. Siren, WI 54872 715-349-5119

Town of Swiss Judy Dykstra, Clerk 7551 Main St. P.O. Box 157 Danbury, WI 54830 Office: 715-656-3030 Town of Trade Lake Deborah Christian, Clerk 13361 St. Rd. 48 Grantsburg, WI 54840 715-488-2600 Town of Union David Olson, Clerk 8347 Grover Pt. Rd. Webster, WI 54893 715-866-4129 Town of Webb Lake Gail Keup, Clerk 2363 Escape Drive Webb Lake, WI 54830 715-259-3439 Town of West Marshland Margaret A. Hess, Clerk 25161 Spaulding Rd. Grantsburg, WI 54840 715-463-2922

Town of Wood River Dawn Luke, Clerk 11097 Crosstown Rd. Grantsburg, WI 54840 715-689-2296 Village of Grantsburg Jennifer Zeiler, Clerk 316 S. Brad St. Grantsburg, WI 54840 715-463-2405 Village of Siren Ann Peterson, Clerk/Treasurer 24049 First Ave. P.O. Box 23 Siren, WI 54872 715-349-2273 Village of Webster Patrice Bjorklund, Clerk-Treasurer 7505 Main St. W. P.O. Box 25 Webster, WI 54893 715-866-4211

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PAGE 24 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NEWS SECTION - A - OCTOBER 31, 2012 (Oct. 24, 31, Nov. 7) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF EVELYN GREEN Order and Notice for Hearing on Petition for Final Judgment (Formal Administration) Case No. 10-PR-29 A petition for final judgment was filed.

THE COURT FINDS: The decedent, with date of birth June 6, 1914, and date of death February 20, 2010, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of Pioneer Nursing Home, Luck, Wisconsin.

THE COURT ORDERS: 1. This petition will be heard at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room Branch 1, before Hon. Molly E. GaleWyrick, Court Official, on Tuesday, December 4, 2012, at 8:30 a.m.

You do not need to appear unless you object. The petition may be granted if there is no objection.

2. Notice by publication is required. Publication of this notice is notice to any persons whose names or addresses are unknown.

BY THE COURT: Molly E. GaleWyrick Circuit Court Judge October 16, 2012 David L. Grindell Grindell Law Offices, S.C. P.O. Box 585 Frederic, WI 54837 715-327-5561 Bar Number: 1002628 572077 WNAXLP (Oct. 24, 31, Nov. 7) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Bank of America, N.A., as successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. Plaintiff vs.

JULIE HANSEN, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 11 CV 419 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on October 17, 2011, in the amount of $106,141.60, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 20, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

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

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main St., Balsam Lake, Wisconsin.

DESCRIPTION: The Northwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4, Section 36, Township 36 North of Range 18 West, except highway right of way described in Volume 284 Records, on Page 169, Document No. 322360, in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Polk County, Wisconsin, Laketown Township in Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1868 250th Ave., Luck, WI 54853.

TAX KEY NO.: 030-00903-0000.

Dated this 5th day of October, 2012. /s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Scott D. Nabke Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1037979 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 2209902 571882 WNAXLP

Burnett County circuit court Aaron J. Berner, 24, Grantsburg, inattentive driving, $641.50. (was OWI) Raymond C. Erickson, 53, Siren, inattentive driving, $641.50. (was OWI) Karen F. Getty, 51, Excelsior, Minn., fish without license, $127.50.

Kevin J. Holmes, 38, Grantsburg, operate without carrying license, $217.10.

Michael J. Hunter, 52, Webster, possess drug paraphernalia, $330.50.

Jeremiah L. Johnson, 33, Grantsburg, theft, $330.50.

Allen L. Johnson, 34, Grantsburg, OWI, $867.50, license revoked eight months, ignition interlock for one year when applying for license, alcohol assessment.

NOTICE OF POSITION OPENING Technology Support Specialist Position: Unity School District announces the opening of a Technology Support Specialist position beginning with the 2012 - 2013 school year. This 9-month position will provide districtwide technology troubleshooting, training and support as well as software updates, hardware deployment, repair and maintenance.

Required Qualifications: Two-year associate degree in computer/technical support related program, experience configuring and troubleshooting Microsoft Windows 7, familiarity with a wide range of productivity and enterprise software, knowledge of supporting iOS devices and operating systems, experience configuring and troubleshooting networked printers and copiers, diagnosing software and hardware issues, experience in a WAN/LAN environment. Applicants must have excellent documentation, organizational and communication skills. Must be highly self-directed and customer service oriented to successfully work with students, staff and management.

Desired Qualifications: BA/BS in Computer Technology, Information Technology or a related field, experience configuring and troubleshooting tablets (iOS, Android, Windows Mobile, etc.), knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server 2008 and OS X Server, experience working at a help desk/call center and experience working in an educational environment with educational related software programs (Compass Learning, READ 180, Skyward, Promethean, etc.).

How to Apply: Qualified, interested persons should apply by sending a letter of application, district application (available at www.unity.k12.wi.us), resume, copy of license or evidence of license eligibility, transcripts and three (3) letters of recommendation to: Brandon W. Robinson, District Administrator Unity School District 1908 150th Street, Hwy. 46 North 572734 Balsam Lake, WI 54810 7267 11-12L 1-2a,d Deadline: November 21, 2012 - Noon E.O.E. - Unity School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability.

Micheal R. La Pointe, 48, Webster, disorderly conduct, $500.00.

Terry G. Larson, no age given, Glenwood City, cut shoreline vegetation in excess of limit, $189.50.

Michael P. Lunsman, 45, Danbury, resisting or obstructing officer, threeyear probation, alcohol assessment, maintain absolute sobriety, $100.00; disorderly conduct, three-year probation, $100.00; OWI causing injury, three-year probation, alcohol assessment, maintain absolute sobriety, must work to reinstate driver’s license, follow doctor recommendation and take all medications, no contact with victim or Last Cast bar staff, license revoked 24 months, $4,358.36

NOTICE TOWN OF MILLTOWN

Monthly Board Meeting Monday, Nov. 12, at 7 p.m.

Milltown Fire Hall

Virgil Hansen, Clerk 572326 11-12L 1-2a,d

NOTICE TOWN OF LUCK BOARD MEETING Thurs., Nov. 8, 7 p.m.

Town Hall Agenda: 1. Reading of the minutes 2. Treasurer’s report 3. Review and pay bills 4. Patrolman’s report Any additional agenda will be posted in the Luck Town Hall and clerk’s office.

572674 11L Lloyd Nelson, Clerk

NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING FOR POLK COUNTY, WISCONSIN, 2013 BUDGET

Notice is hereby given that on November 13, 2012, at 7 p.m., at the Polk County Government Center in Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, the County Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed budget for 2013. The following is a summary of the proposed budget for the governmental fund types of the county. An account of the proposed budget may be inspected at the Department of Administration or via the county Web site.

Adopted 2012 Proposed 2013 Percentage GENERAL FUND Budget Budget Change Expenditures: General Government $6,003,656 $6,094,974 Public Safety 7,238,773 7,313,488 Highway 2,995,771 3,095,771 Sanitation 617,170 677,755 Health and Human Services 2,500,682 2,390,638 Culture, Recreation and Education 633,509 528,974 Conservation and Development 1,747,254 1,619,106 Other Financing Uses 165,000 342,828 Total Expenditures and Other Uses $21,901,815 $22,063,534 0.7% Revenues and Other Sources: Taxes: General Property - General Fund $10,018,751 $9,819,443 General Property - Highway 2,995,771 3,095,771 Other Taxes 826,120 826,220 Intergovernmental 1,978,780 1,948,302 Licenses and Permits 291,110 301,510 Fines, Forfeitures and Penalties 167,100 157,850 Public Charges for Services 2,331,065 2,248,548 Intergovernmental Charges for Services 316,710 297,095 Miscellaneous 415,986 398,017 Transfer from Sales Tax Fund 2,250,000 2,350,000 Transfer from Lime Fund and Golden Age Manor 34,930 105,921 Transfer in from Special Revenue Fund 3,000 Transfer from Nonmajor Governmental Funds 35,000 25,000 Fund Balance Applied/Use of Undesignated Funds 237,492 490,487 Total Revenues & Fund Balance Applied $21,901,815 $22,063,534 0.7% General Fund Other General Fund Internal Service Funds Enterprise Funds Special Revenue Funds Capital Projects Fund Debt Service Funds Total

Fund Equity 1/1/2013 12,232,952 900,000 6,982,961 1,546,107 1,107,948 172,383 $22,942,351

2012 Budget County Tax Levy 20,991,492 Levy for Rural Library Service - Act 150 535,762 Levy For Town Bridges 19,623 Total $21,546,877 County Tax Rate Act 150 Tax Rate Bridge Aid Tax Rate Total County Equalized Value

5.0944 0.1300 0.0048 $5.2292 $4,120,482,500

Revenues/ Other Sources 18,447,276 440,828 12,940,080 8,578,072 11,520,759 4,216,439 $56,173,454

Expenditures/ Other Uses 18,967,763 748,889 12,854,711 8,608,685 11,549,259 4,216,439 $56,945,746

Fund Equity 12/31/2013 11,742,465 591,939 7,068,330 1,515,494 1,079,448 172,383 $22,170,059

Property Tax Contribution 9,819,443 3,095,771 3,897,901 4,176,439 $20,989,554

2013 Budget 20,989,554 578,805 85,953 $21,654,312

Amount Change (1,938) 43,043 66,330 107,435

Percent Change -0.01% 8.03% 338.02% 0.50%

5.2064 0.1436 0.0213 $5.3713 $4,031,492,000

0.11 0.01 0.02 $0.1421 $(88,990,500)

2.20% 10.42% 347.69% 2.72% -2.16%

For more information, please visit: www.co.polk.wi.us/fiscal_transparency

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restitution, $1,488.84; disorderly conduct, three-year probation, $100.00; disorderly conduct, threeyear probation, $100.00.

Jordan M. Rogers, 22, Webster, retail theft, one-year probation, sentence withheld, encouraged to obtain GED, no contact with Yourchuck’s True Value Hardware, alcohol assessment, $257.02.

Amber L. Skinaway, 26, Danbury, operate without proof of insurance, $10.00.

Trent D. Sutherland, 20, Grantsburg, nonregistration of auto, $175.30; operate while suspended, $200.50; display false registration, $263.50.

Sandra D. Traaseth, 50, Siren, inattentive driving, $641.50.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING TOWN OF LINCOLN, BURNETT COUNTY The Town of Lincoln will hold a Public Hearing on the proposed budget on Tuesday, November 13, 2012, at 6:45 p.m., at the Lincoln Town Hall. The proposed 2013 budget in detail is available for inspection by contacting the Town Clerk at 715-866-4201.

NOTICE OF SPECIAL TOWN ELECTORS MEETING TOWN OF LINCOLN, BURNETT COUNTY

Notice is hereby given that a special town meeting of the Town of Lincoln, Burnett County, Wisconsin, will be held on Tuesday, November 13, 2012, immediately following the completion of the Public Hearing on the proposed budget, which begins at 6:45 p.m. at the Lincoln Town Hall, a special meeting of the electors called pursuant to Sec. 60.12 (1)(a) of WI Statutes by the town board for the following purpose: 1. To approve the total 2013 highway expenditures pursuant to Section 81.01(3) of Wisconsin Statutes.

2. To adopt the 2012 town levy to be collected in 2013 pursuant to Section 60.110(1)(a) of Wisconsin Statutes.

NOTICE OF TOWN BOARD MEETING FOR THE TOWN OF LINCOLN

Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, November 13, 2012, immediately following the completion of the Special Town Electors Meeting, the Town Board will meet to adopt the 2013 proposed budget for the Town of Lincoln.

For the Town Board, Wanda Washkuhn, Clerk Dated this 29th day of October, 2012.

572604 The regular monthly board meeting will follow.

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FREDERIC BOARD OF EDUCATION Regular Meeting, Monday, Sept. 17, 2012

President, Mr. Nelson, called the regular meeting of the Frederic Board of Education to order at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, September 17, 2012, in the District Boardroom at the 6-12 school.

Board members present: Mrs. Amundson, Mr. Engen, Mr. Holicky and Mr. Nelson. Mrs. Matz arrived at 7:00 p.m.

Administration present: Mr. Fitzgerald, Mr. Robinson and Mrs. Steen.

Motion Engen/Holicky to approve the agenda and that the meeting was properly noticed. Motion carried 4-0.

Reports of Officers: Motion Holicky /Engen to approve the 8-20-12 regular meeting minutes. Motion carried 4-0.

Mr. Nelson provided a summary of the closed session of the 8-2012 regular meeting.

Motion Engen/Holicky to approve the above closed session minutes. Motion carried 4-0.

Invoices for August 2012 presented as follows: Regular invoices (10953-11053 & 38715-38720)..................................$328,609.92 Payroll account.............................................................$183,127.96 Mr. Engen presented the receipts for August 2012 totaling $1,425,697.58 Motion Amundson/Holicky to authorize and confirm the money payments of the invoices presented. Motion carried 4-0.

Mr. Robinson reviewed the 2011-2012 budget.

It was noted that the time for annual meeting was incorrect in the newspaper; the correct time is 7:30 p.m.

Audience in attendance: Gregg Westigard and Judy Shafer, Food Service Director.

Reports of the Administration: A. Mr. Robinson presented the district report. Congratulations to Mrs. Steen and the elementary school for their 6th year to receive the Wisconsin School of Recognition Award.

B. Mr. Fitzgerald presented the 6-12 school report.

C. Mrs. Steen presented the elementary school report.

D. Mr. Peterson submitted the buildings and grounds report.

E. Mrs. Shafer presented the food service report.

New Business: A: Personnel 1. Resignations: Motion Amundson/Matz to accept the resignations of Patti Burns, sophomore class advisor and Kassi Leisch, junior class advisor and middle school girls basketball coach. Motion carried 5-0.

2. Contracts: Motion Engen/Matz to approve contracts for SPED aides, Carl Eklof, high school; Mitchell Coe and Kayla Hillman at the elementary. Motion carried 5-0.

B. Resolution to establish short-term borrowing: Motion Holicky/ Engen to name Bremer Bank as institution for short-term borrowing. Motion carried 5-0.

C. Technology Use Policy: Mr. Robinson provided as update on policy development.

D. Policy review: Tabled Mr. Nelson announced to the members of the Board that they should consider adjourning closed session for personnel and negotiations. Mr. Nelson informed the Board the closed session would be proper and is authorized by s 19.85 (l) & (c) (f) (i) of the WI Statutes.

Motion Amundson/Matz to adjourn to closed session. Vote by roll call was unanimous to convene in closed session and the motion carried 5-0. Time 8:02 p.m.

The regular meeting convened at 9:05 p.m.

Motion Holicky/Engen to adjourn. Motion carried 5-0.

Time 9:05 p.m.

572586 11L Rebecca Amundson, Clerk

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Notices/Employment opportunities

Burnett County warrants Kyle S. Bauer, 22, Webster, warrant - failure to appear, Oct. 22.

Alycia R. Bonse, 23, Grantsburg, failure to pay fine, Oct. 26.

Alexia Buskirk, 22, Danbury, warrant - failure to appear, Oct. 26.

Jacob N. Cox, 18, New Brighton, Minn., failure to pay fine, Oct. 26.

Shane M. Gilpin, 33, Clear Lake, failure to pay fine, Oct. 26.

Timothy T. Green, 33, Mahtomedi, Minn., failure to pay fine, Oct. 26.

Nancy A. Koebensky, 46, Anoka, Minn., arrest warrant complaint, Oct. 25.

Shannon M. Lowe, 38, Siren, failure to pay fine, Oct. 26.

Terri L. Mehtala, 52, South Range, failure to pay fine, Oct. 26.

Benjamin D. Ott, 37, Webster, warrant - failure to appear, Oct. 24.

Danielle D. Rodriguez, 23, Danbury, failure to pay fine, Oct. 26.

Theodore P. Schonebaum, 33, Luck, failure to pay fine, Oct. 26.

Ariel A. Serda, 19, Prior Lake, Minn., warrant - failure to appear, Oct. 26.

Amanda L. Staples, 31, Danbury, failure to pay fine, Oct. 25.

Melissa J. Stevens, 31, Hinckley, Minn., warrant - failure to appear, Oct. 24.

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ORDINANCE 5-2012 EFFECTIVE NOVEMBER 14, 2012, REVISE AMEND CHAPTER 27 OF THE GENERAL ORDINANCES PERTAINING TO POLL HOURS:

The Village of Webster Board for the Village of Webster, Burnett County, Wisconsin, does ordain as follows: WHEREAS, the Village Board for the Village of Webster has determined that in conformity with other relevant sections of the Municipal Code; for the orderly operation and development of the Village; and to protect the health, safety and well-being of its citizens, that it is an appropriate exercise of its authority and power to amend, create and recreate its municipal ordinances so as to implement rules, policies and regulations pertaining to the orderly operation of the Village; NOW, THEREFORE, the Village Board for the Village of Webster does hereby approve, amend and/or create Section 27-1 of the Municipal Code for the Village of Webster, Wisconsin, regarding establishment of poll hours for elections for the Village of Webster according to the following provisions, to-wit: 27.1 POLL HOURS A) The voting polls in the Village of Webster, Burnett County, Wisconsin, shall be opened from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

All other provisions of the Municipal Code and ordinances not in conflict with the changes as set forth herein and adopted hereby shall continue and remain unchanged.

All other ordinances or parts of ordinances contravening the provisions of these ordinance changes are hereby repealed.

This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and publication as required by law.

Respectfully submitted, 572405 11L Patrice Bjorklund, Clerk, Village of Webster WNAXLP

Angela L. Stokes, 35, Balsam Lake, Failure to pay fine, Oct. 26.

William J. VonDoehren, 37, Siren, failure to pay fine, Oct. 26.

Erik B. Whiterabbit, 21, Cumberland, failure to pay fine, Oct. 26.

Wendy J. Williams, 49, St. Paul, Minn., arrest warrant complaint, Oct. 25.

Alex G. Zentic, 18, St. Paul, Minn., failure to pay fine, Oct. 26.

(Oct. 17, 24, 31) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC as servicer for HSBC Bank USA, N.A. as Indenture Trustee for the registered Noteholders of Renaissance Home Equity Loan Trust 2006-2 Plaintiff vs.

ALLEN C. BRIESE, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 11 CV 641 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on February 10, 2012, in the amount of $104,952.62, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 15, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

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

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main St. Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Lot 16 and the East 20 Feet of Lot 15, Block 2, Plat of Lawson, Village of Luck, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 717 East Butternut Avenue, Luck, WI 54853.

TAX KEY NO.: 1462570000.

Dated this 28th day of September, 2012. /s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Dustin A. McMahon Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1086857 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 2189991 571460 WNAXLP

(Oct. 31, Nov. 7, 14) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Bank of America, N.A., as successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. f/k/a Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. Plaintiff vs.

CARROLL L. WICKLUND, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 85 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on May 15, 2012, in the amount of $88,961.71, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 29, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

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

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Part of Lot 12 the SECOND ADDITION TO THE VILLAGE OF FREDERIC, described as follows: Beginning at the Southeast corner of Lot 12; thence running West 196 feet 7 inches; thence running North 102 feet; thence running East 196 feet, 7 inches; thence running South 102 feet, said parcel being part of the East half of the Southeast Quarter, Section 28, Township 37 North, Range 17 West. Said land being in the Village of Frederic, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 204 South 2nd Avenue, Frederic, WI 54837.

TAX KEY NO.: 126-00327-0000.

Dated this 8th day of October, 2012. /s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Scott D. Nabke Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1037979 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 572505 WNAXLP 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 2213918

NOTICE FOR THE TOWN OF APPLE RIVER NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING, SPECIAL TOWN MEETING

Notice is hereby given that on Monday, November 12, 2012, at 7:00 p.m, at the Town Hall of the Town of Apple River, a Public Hearing on the Proposed 2013 Budget for the Town of Apple River, Polk County, will be held. The proposed budget in detail is available for inspection at the office of the town clerk by appointment. The following is a summary of the proposed 2013 budget: Revenue: 2012 2013 % Change Levy $195,755 $195,755 +0% Transportation Aid $104,438 $106,570 +2% Shared Revenue $11,472 $11,637 +1.4% Fire Protection Rec’d $3,150 $3,531 +10.8% MFL/PF $370 $300 -23.3% License Fees $2,400 $2,400 +0% Interest Income $400 $200 -50% Dog Licenses $350 $275 -11.5% Total Revenue $318,335 $320,668 +.007% Expenses: General Govt.

Public Safety (Fire/EMS) Public Works (Hwy.) Health & Human Serv.

Total Expenses

2012 $65,818 $68,396 $182,921 $1,200 $318,335

2013 $59,880 $72,090 $187,498 $1,200 $320,668

% Change -9.92% +5.12% +2.40% + 0% +.007%

NOTICE OF SPECIAL TOWN MEETING OF THE ELECTORS OF THE TOWN OF APPLE RIVER

Notice is hereby given that on Monday, November 12, 2012, immediately following completion of the Public Hearing on the Proposed 2013 Budget, a special town meeting of the electors called pursuant to Section 60.12(1)(c) of Wisconsin Statutes by the town board for the purpose of approving the 2012 tax levy to be collected in 2013 pursuant to Section 60.10(1)(a) of Wisconsin Statutes.

Gloria Stokes, Clerk (715) 268-9275 572553 11L WNAXLP

(Oct. 31, Nov. 7, 14) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Bank of America, N.A., successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. f/k/a Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. Plaintiff vs.

JAMES P. STECKART, et al.

Defendant(s)

Case No: 12 CV 68 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on April 13, 2012, in the amount of $166,696.85, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 27, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

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

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Lot 11 in Block 2, Plat of Pheasant Run, said plat located in the Northwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 and in the Northeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 36 and located in the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 25 and located in the Northeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 35, all in Township 33 North, Range 19 West, in the Village of Osceola, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 123 Kreekview Drive, Osceola, WI 54020.

TAX KEY NO.: 165-00842-0011.

Dated this 8th day of October, 2012. /s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Scott D. Nabke Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1037979 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 2212995 572506 WNAXLP

(Oct. 31, Nov. 7, 14) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Bank of America, N.A., as successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. Plaintiff vs.

DAVID J. MARKIE, et al.

Defendant(s) Case No: 11 CV 776 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on March 23, 2012, in the amount of $107,753.72, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 27, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

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

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Part of Government Lot 2, Section 13, Township 35 North, Range 16 West, Town of Georgetown, Polk County, Wisconsin, described as follows: commencing at the East quarter section corner, Section 13, Township 35 North, Range 16 West, thence North 89˚ 16’ West 862.40 feet on the quarter section line, which is the point of beginning; thence North 8˚ 56’ West 100 feet; thence North 89˚ 16’ West 400 feet to the East right of way of town road, thence South 8˚ 56’ East 100 feet, thence South 89˚ 16’ East to the point of beginning.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2152 East Round Lake Lane, Luck, WI 54853.

TAX KEY NO.: 026-00479-0000.

Dated this 5th day of October, 2012. /s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Scott D. Nabke Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1037979 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 572504 262-790-5719 WNAXLP Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 2210468

ORDINANCE 4-2012 EFFECTIVE NOVEMBER 14, 2012, REVISE AMEND CHAPTER 27 OF THE GENERAL ORDINANCES PERTAINING TO ESTABLISHMENT OF SPLIT SHIFTS FOR ELECTION OFFICIALS:

The Village of Webster Board for the Village of Webster, Burnett County, Wisconsin, does ordain as follows: WHEREAS, the Village Board for the Village of Webster has determined that in conformity with other relevant sections of the Municipal Code; for the orderly operation and development of the Village; and to protect the health, safety and well-being of its citizens, that it is an appropriate exercise of its authority and power to amend, create and recreate its municipal ordinances so as to implement rules, policies and regulations pertaining to the orderly operation of the Village; NOW, THEREFORE, the Village Board for the Village of Webster does hereby approve, amend and/or create Section 27-2 of the Municipal Code for the Village of Webster, Wisconsin, regarding establishment of split shifts for election officials for the Village of Webster according to the following provisions, to-wit: 27.2 ESTABLISHMENT OF SPLIT SHIFTS FOR ELECTION OFFICIALS. A) There shall be 2 shifts for election workers on all election days. The first shift shall commence at 6:00 a.m. and end at 1:00 p.m. The second shift shall commence at 1:00 p.m. and end with the completion of all required Election Day duties that follow the closure of the polls.

All other provisions of the Municipal Code and ordinances not in conflict with the changes as set forth herein and adopted hereby shall continue and remain unchanged.

All other ordinances or parts of ordinances contravening the provisions of these ordinance changes are hereby repealed.

This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and publication as required by law.

Respectfully submitted, 572403 11L WNAXLP Patrice Bjorklund, Clerk, Village of Webster

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that at an election to be held in the School District of Luck on November 6, 2012, the following proposed Initial Resolution of the School Board will be submitted to a vote of the people: INITIAL RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $1,200,000 BE IT RESOLVED by the School Board of the School District of Luck, Polk County, Wisconsin, that there shall be issued pursuant to Chapter 67 of the Wisconsin Statutes, general obligation bonds in an amount not to exceed $1,200,000 for the public purpose of financing a school building improvement program, consisting of plumbing, electrical and HVAC improvements; roofing projects; building improvements and additions; and acquisition of equipment.

The question will appear on the ballot as follows: “Shall the School District of Luck, Polk County, Wisconsin, be authorized to issue pursuant to Chapter 67 of the Wisconsin Statutes, general obligation bonds in an amount not to exceed $1,200,000 for the public purpose of financing a school building improvement program, consisting of plumbing, electrical and HVAC improvements; roofing projects; building improvements and additions; and acquisition of equipment?”

EXPLANATORY STATEMENT AND EFFECT OF VOTE The referendum election ballot will ask District electors to vote “yes” or “no” on the referendum election question as set forth above.

A “yes” vote on the question is in favor of the Initial Resolution set forth above and is a vote to approve the borrowing of $1,200,000 by the School Distirct of Luck through the issuance of general obligation bonds for the purpose of financing a school building improvement program consisting of plumbing, electrical and HVAC improvements; roofing projects; building improvements and additions; and acquisition of equipment.

A “no” vote on the question is opposed to the Initial Resolution set forth above and is a vote to deny the School District of Luck the authority to borrow $1,200,000 through the issuance of general obligation bonds for the purpose of financing a school building improvement program consisting of plumbing, electrical and HVAC improvements; roofing projects; building improvements and additions; and acquisition of equipment.

In the event a majority of the electors voting vote “Yes” on the question set forth above, the District will be authorized to undertake the school building improvement program described above and borrow not in excess of $1,200,000, therefore; if a majority vote “No” on the question set forth above, the District will not be so authorized.

LOCATION AND HOURS OF POLLING PLACES Information as to the location of the polling places is available in the District Office at 810 7th Street South, Luck, WI 54853.

ALL POLLING PLACES WILL BE OPEN AT 7 A.M. AND WILL CLOSE AT 8 P.M. All polling places are accessible to elderly and disabled voters.

INFORMATION TO ELECTORS Upon entering the polling place, an elector shall state 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 presents proof of identification in a form specified by law unless the elector is exempted from this requirement, and, if the document presented does not constitute proof of residence, 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 choice.

On referenda questions, where paper ballots are used, the elector shall make a cross (X) in the square at the right of “yes” if in favor of the question, or the elector shall make a cross (X) in the square at the right of “no” if opposed to the question.

On referenda questions, where optical-scan voting systems are used, the elector shall fill in the oval or connect the arrow next to “yes” if in favor of the question, or the elector shall fill in the oval or connect the arrow next to “no” if opposed to the question.

On referenda questions, where touch-screen voting systems are used, the elector shall depress the button next to “yes” if in favor of the question, or the elector shall depress the button next to “no” if opposed to the question.

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 official, who shall issue a proper ballot in its place. The elector may spoil a touch-screen ballot at the voting station, but not more than three ballots shall be issued to any one elector. Not more than five minutes’ time shall be allowed inside a voting booth. Sample ballots or other materials to assit 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 casting his or her vote, the elector shall leave the voting booth, properly deposit the ballot and promptly leave the polling place.

After an official paper ballot is marked, it shall be folded so the inside marks do not show, but so the printed endorsements and inspectors’ initials on the outside do show. The elector shall then deposit his folded ballot in the ballot box, or deliver the ballot to an inspector for deposit.

After an official optical-scan ballot is marked, it shall be inserted in the security sleeve so the marks do not show. The elector shall then insert the ballot in the voting device and discard the sleeve, or deliver the ballot to an inspector for deposit. If a central-count system is used, the elector shall insert the ballot in the ballot box and discard the sleeve, or deliver the ballot to an inspector for deposit.

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:

ORDINANCE 2-2012 EFFECTIVE NOVEMBER 14, 2012, REVISE AMEND SECTION 98.6 B (1) OF THE GENERAL ORDINANCES PERTAINING TO HARBORING CERTAIN ANIMALS PROHIBITED TO READ AS FOLLOWS:

The Village of Webster Board for the Village of Webster, Burnett County, Wisconsin, does ordain as follows: WHEREAS, the Village Board for the Village of Webster has determined that in conformity with other relevant sections of the Municipal Code; for the orderly operation and development of the Village; and to protect the health, safety and well-being of its citizens, that it is an appropriate exercise of its authority and power to amend, create and recreate its municipal ordinances so as to implement rules, policies and regulations pertaining to the orderly operation of the Village; NOW, THEREFORE, the Village Board for the Village of Webster does hereby approve, amend and/or create Section 98.6 of the Municipal Code for the Village of Webster, Wisconsin, regarding the regulation of harboring certain animals prohibited within the municipal limits for the Village of Webster according to the following provisions, to-wit: 98.6 (B) VICIOUS DOGS AND ANIMALS. 1) Is vicious. A showing that a dog or other animal has bitten, attacked or injured any person shall constitute a prima facie showing that such dog or animal is vicious. A dog or other animal is deemed to be vicious when it has attacked or bitten any person when a propensity to attack or bite persons exist or is known or reasonably should be known to the owner. Any vicious dog or animal which is found off the premises of its owner may be seized by any police officer and, upon establishing to the satisfaction of a court, the vicious character of such dog or animal may be destroyed.

Notwithstanding the above, a police officer may kill or tranquilize a vicious dog or animal if he determines that it is necessary to take such action in order to prevent real and immediate personal injury to any person, including himself.

All other provisions of the Municipal Code and ordinances not in conflict with the changes as set forth herein and adopted hereby shall continue and remain unchanged.

All other ordinances or parts of ordinances contravening the provisions of these ordinance changes are hereby repealed.

This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and publication as required by law.

Respectfully submitted, 572399 11L WNAXLP Patrice Bjorklund, Clerk, Village of Webster

NOTICE PRESIDENTIAL AND GENERAL ELECTION

At the Presidential and General Election to be held on November 6, 2012, in Polk County, Wisconsin, the following polling place locations will be used for the municipalities indicated.

Polling places will open at 7 a.m. and will close at 8 p.m.

Voters must be registered before they may vote. You may already be registered.

If you have any questions concerning your polling place, or registering, contact the municipal clerk prior to the election.

All polling places are accessible to elderly and disabled voters.

City of St. Croix Falls Voting at: City Hall (Located at 710 Hwy. 35 South, intersection of U.S. Hwy. 8 & Hwy. 35 S.) Bonita Leggitt, Clerk - 715-483-3929, ext. 11 Town of Alden Voting at: Alden Town Hall (Located 1 mile east of Hwy. 65 on Cty. Rd. C & CC) Judy Demulling, Clerk - 715-248-7859 Town of Apple River Voting at: Apple River Town Hall 612 U.S. Hwy. 8, Amery Gloria Stokes - Clerk, 715-268-9275 Town of Balsam Lake Voting at: Balsam Lake Town Hall & Shop (Located at 1494 150th Ave., intersection of 150th Ave. & 150th St.) Brian Masters, Clerk - 715-554-2091 Town of Bone Lake Voting at: Bone Lake Lutheran Church (1/2 mile S. of Hwy. 48, corner of Cty. Rd. I & 255th Ave.) Darrell Frandsen, Clerk - 715-472-8212 Town of Clam Falls Voting at: Clam Falls Town Hall (County Road I to 320th Avenue, east to 80th Street, then south 1/4 mile - hall on east side of street) Betty L. Knutson, Clerk - 715-653-4206 Town of Eureka Voting at: Eureka Town Garage 2395 210th Ave. Michelle Tonnar, Clerk - 715-646-2985 Town of Farmington Voting at: Farmington Town Hall (Located 1/4 mile west of Hwy. 35 on 30th Ave.) Debbie Swanson, Clerk - 715-294-2370

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Persons with questions regarding the referendum election should contact Rick D. Palmer, District Administrator.

Done in the School District of Luck on October 31, 2012 LeRoy Buck, District Clerk

(Oct. 31) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT SMALL CLAIMS Case No. 12SC859 Claim Under Dollar Limit 31001 Eviction 31004 Applegate, Inc. P.O. Box 32 New Richmond, WI 54017 Plaintiff, vs.

Jordan Witthoff 236 N. Jefferson St. #11 St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 Defendant(s).

SUMMONS To the Defendant(s): You are being sued as described below. If you wish to dispute this matter: 1. You may file a written answer on or before the date and time stated. (A duplicate copy must be provided to the plaintiff/attorney.)

If you do not respond, a judgment may be granted to the plaintiff.

When To Respond: Date: Nov. 19, 2012 Time: 1:30 p.m.

Place To Appear: Polk County Courthouse 1005 West Main St. Rm. 1102 Balsam Lake, WI 54810 Plaintiff’s Demand: The plaintiff states the following claim against the defendant(s): 1. Plaintiff demands judgment for: Money $575.00 2. Unpaid Rents, Late Fees, Utilities, Pet Fees, Court Costs, etc.

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Town of Garfield Voting at: Garfield Town Hall (Next to Fire Hall, in Wanderoos) Sue Knutson, Clerk - 715-268-4857 Town of Georgetown Voting at: Town Hall (Located corner of Cty. Rds. H & I) Kristine Lindgren, Clerk - 715-857-5788 Town of Laketown Voting at: Cushing Community Center (Located at 2410 241st St., Cushing School) Patsy Gustafson, Clerk - 715-648-5569

Town of Lorain Voting at: Lorain Town Hall (Located at the intersection of 20th St. & 345th Ave., next to fire hall) Susan Hughes, Clerk - 715-653-2629 Town of Luck Voting at: Luck Town Hall (Located at St. Rd. 48, next to Luck Medical Clinic) Lloyd Nelson, Clerk - 715-472-2037 Town of McKinley Voting at: McKinley Town Hall (Located at Corner of Hwy. 48 and 15th St.) Deborah Grover, Clerk - 715-822-3864 Town of Milltown Voting at: Milltown Fire Hall (Located at 127 Eider St., on Hwy. 35 north of Milltown) Virgil Hansen, Clerk - 715-825-2494 Town of Osceola Voting at: Town Hall (516 East Ave. N, Dresser) Lorraine Rugroden, Clerk/Treas. - 715-755-3060 Town of St. Croix Falls Voting at: St. Croix Falls Town Hall (Intersection of U.S. Hwy. 8 and 200th St.) Janet Krueger, Clerk - 715-483-1851 Town of Sterling Voting at: Cushing Community Center (From Hwy. 87 turn by Holiday (Cty. Rd. N), go straight onto 241st St.) Julie Peterson, Clerk - 715-488-2735 Town of West Sweden Voting at: West Sweden Town Hall (Located in Frederic, off Hwy. 48 W., on (N.) 3rd Ave.) Andrea Lundquist, Clerk - 715-327-8650 Village of Dresser Voting at: Municipal Office (Located on the corner of Main St. and Central Ave., 2 blocks off of State Rd. 35) Jodi A. Gilbert, Clerk - 715-755-2940 Village of Frederic Voting at: Frederic Village Hall (107 Hope Road West , 1/2 block west of Hwy. 35) Kristi Swanson, Clerk - 715-327-4294 Village of Luck Voting at: Luck Village Hall (401 South Main St.) Kevin Kress, Clerk - 715-472-2221 Village of Osceola Voting at: Osceola High School Auditorium Neil J. Soltis, Clerk - 715-294-3498

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Webster High School inducts new National Honor Society members

by Jean Koelz Leader staff writer WEBSTER—Three high school students from Webster were inducted into the National Honor Society on Monday, Oct. 29.

Sophomore Madison Main, senior Matt Smith and junior Kristine Watral were honored by existing members of the chapter, along with faculty advisor Stefanie Janssen and Principal Tim Widiker, at a ceremony and banquet that included students’ families, faculty members and school board representatives.

The Webster High School chapter of the ence and community service. Once stuN a t i o n a l dents are selected for membership, they Honor Society are expected to excel even further as good Faculty NHS advisor Ste- was estab- students and role models. Part of that is fanie Janssen welcomes lished five becoming active in a wide range of comguests to Webster’s NHS in- years ago, but munity service activities, from highway duction ceremony on Mon- the national or- cleanup to baking cookies or making blanday, Oct. 29. g a n i z a t i o n kets for charity. Webster NHS members dates back to are also instrumental in organizing ex1921—with local and regional societies ex- tracurricular activities for other students. isting prior to that. NHS exists to recognize students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of scholarship, leadership, service and character. It’s estimated that there are more than one million students in NHS chapters located in all 50 states, Columbia, Puerto Rico, U.S. Territories and Canada. Each chapter is governed by the national organization’s constitution and its own set of bylaws. At Senior Chelsey McIntyre lights the last of Webster, students who meet the scholarfour candles that represent the pillars of NHS: ship requirements are invited to apply for scholarship, leadership, service and characmembership, but the application process ter. is very thorough, including reference letters and documentation of work experi-

Students Madison Main, Matt Smith and Kristine Watral are the newest members of the National Honor Society at Webster High School. – Photos by Mackenzie Koelz

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Luck’s Natural Alternative Cooperative opens their doors to the Leader ... and everyone

No ordinary grocery store

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer LUCK – Their slogan is simple and to the point: Good. Real. Food.

While it may look like a typical local grocery store, the Natural Alternative Cooperative is a unique venture that combines local produce, producers, customers, members and more.

And the future looks even brighter.

“We are member owned, but you don’t have to be a member to shop here,” stated Emily Karl, the Natural Alternative general manager.

Karl and store manager Judy Alverson gave the Leader a behind-the-scenes tour of the operation recently, in celebration of National Co-op Month. And with the tour, came a background on the operation that started in a local basement and grew to the The Natural Alternative is not only for members, but is open to everyone, from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. point where they have almost 350 mem- Monday through Friday, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday. – Photos by Greg Marsten bers, several employees and a critical outlet for local growers, producers and even In fact, volunteering to work at the coartisans. operative for three hours a month also “We have lots of local suppliers, a whole means an additional 10-percent discount. host of them!” Karl said, admitting that the The location is also unique and is a canlist is too long to pass along, and includes vas of options, where some producers are a network of farmers, growers, processors even utilizing the space. The huge store aland distributors that spreads across sevlows for rental by several local organizaeral states, industries and into specialized tions, and while they are a cooperative, growing, dairy producers and products they are a for-profit organization, which that really cannot be found anywhere else means they are a vital part of the Luck locally. business fabric.

“We deal a lot with local farmers for pro“That’s a real common misconception, duce,” Alverson said, noting that for peoalso. Yes, we do pay property taxes!” Karl ple with gluten allergies, they are one of clarified. the few options. “That’s really a growing And while the cooperative is a unique market and demand, and we have lots of venture, they also typify a common goal of gluten-free products. For many people, utilizing resources wisely, going back to they can’t eat just anything.”

Cooperative business manager and ac- their roots in early 1974, when a group of Indeed, that gluten-free market has ex- countant Liz Simonsen works in the office. local cooperative shoppers would comploded in recent years, as the allergy bebine their efforts, and cash, and head to the comes seemingly more common, and But the store offers more than just Twin Cities for shopping ventures at the options for people who require gluten-free unique, organic or specialized dietary old North Country Co-op. They organized products grows at a relative snail’s pace in foods, as they pride themselves on being a “buyer’s club” at a Methodist church typical markets, the Natural Alternative one of the few outlets for bulk foods, parsonage in Grantsburg, which was the has a vast expanse of options. which for many people, can be a major home of the Rev. Alan and Nancy savings on grocery bills.

Hagstrom.

“People might not realize, but bulk According to co-op records, the club shopping is a great way to save,” stated would buy food from the People’s WareStephanie Lundeen, who is on the co-op’s house in Minneapolis, then distribute it in board of directors, and also a customer as this area by the buying club. But space dea local restaurant owner. “Twenty-nine mands stressed out the location, and they cents for a refill on a bottle of herbs is moved to the cabin of Emma Bergstrommuch better than $2.99 for new bottle!”

Haight in Trade Lake.

Lundeen noted that innovations she is That location and club became the Nathoping to see include basic cooperative ural Alternative, and they jumped around shopping advice, how things like bulk several times, and shortly thereafter shopping save money, and specialized, or- picked up and moved to the old Catholic ganic-based recipes, as well as utilizing the church in Grantsburg,where they stayed extensive space at the large store down- until 1978. From there, they moved to the town. basement of the former Century 21 build“It might seem simple, but some people ing in Frederic. don’t realize what were about, or how to But the growth, demand and variety take advantage (of memberships),” Lun- continued to grow and spread. Members deen added. were instrumental in creating the CumberMembership in the cooperative can be a land Island City Co-op, and for several big savings, and it goes to support the con- years, they operated the Sandhill Food Cocept of buying local. That membership is a op, which was an ancillary business in the one-time payment of $100 annually or Grantsburg Abstract building. quarterly $25 payments, which gives you But the popularity and demand led to a food discounts, specialized case purchase move to the current location in 1991, but savings, deep discounts on member appre- later a different kind of major move in ciation days, as well as input on coopera- 2004, when the cooperative purchased the Judy Grumstrup-Scott looked over the or- tive elections, decisions and more. vintage 1931 building they now occupy at ganic kale she is planning to use for a recipe.

241 Main St. in downtown Luck. Originally built on the shores of Big Butternut Lake, in what was known as East Luck, the store was moved to its current location in 1941, where it became a hardware store.

The old store changed hands quite a bit along the way, eventually becoming a grocery store in the 1960s until the late 1970s.

While the cooperative moved into the building in 1991, they didn’t purchase it until 13 years later.

The building needed plenty of upgrades and repairs, and the cooperative has been on the busy end of numerous changes to the exterior, including a dramatic brick tuck-pointing upgrade in 2004 that also included new windows, awnings and paint, all enhancing the structure and the downtown property values.

“There’s been a lot of work and activity here,” Karl said. “(The board of directors) has a strong overall vision for the building and the cooperative.”

The upstairs is generally empty, but is used for various classes, and Karl sees Standing below some of the bulk food dispensers are some of the Natural Alternative staff. even more options and possible office Pictured (L to R): Emily Karl, Judy Alverson and Stephanie Jones. space enhancements, as well as some of

Natural Alternative General Manager Emily Karl (left) discusses co-op business with board of director member Stephanie Lundeen. the storage areas in the back of the store, which is being used by the Luck Library and Museum, as well as several local suppliers and is even the distribution and collection site for the growing school backpack program.

Karl pointed out a soon-to-be assembled large cooler that a local supplier is about to put together in back, so they have even more options for storage and a larger inventory of foods, including bulk options and more specialized items for people with food sensitivities.

The improvements also continue inside, with new and improved equipment, and as Karl pointed out, the changes are ongoing, like the all-new front counter, which was created by local carpenter Roger Miller, as well as additional sale space for things like local artworks, recipes and more.

“We currently have about 340 members,” Alverson said, with Karl noting that they are having a major membership drive in the coming months that will offer even more incentives.

“But stay tuned!” Karl joked. “There’s lots more on the way!”

Co-op customer Nolan Roode, 7, shows off the all-natural chocolate bar he bought - possibly in preparation for Halloween?

Real. Good. Food. is the coop’s slogan, and it includes fresh, organic and local produce that is often only available at the Natural Alternative.

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by Priscilla Bauer Leader staff writer GRANTSBURG – As the sun began to set, Don Chell turned the lights of his combine on and started picking another row of corn.

To quote a recent seed company commercial, “It’s not a 9 to 5 job,” – but it’s a job Chell loves doing just the same.

Since buying his first combine at G&G Implement in Luck back in the 1960s, Chell has looked forward to picking corn and soybeans from morning to night during each harvest season.

“I’m usually in the field by 8:30. I stop for a 15-minute lunch break and go back to picking, trying to head home by 6. You try to put as many hours in as you possibly can,” said Chell, admitting that during the height of the harvest season his time in the field can be a lot longer.

“I’m only 83,” Chell laughed when asked how long he plans to keep harvesting. “I’m old enough to quit but I don’t want to.”

Chell says he’s still having fun in the fields. “You see it’s like this ... you can take the boy out of the farm but you can’t take the farm out of the boy. I’ve been farming all my life and I enjoy being in the field.”

Chell says he doesn’t get a bit bored spending all those hours in the combine, as he has to pay close attention to where he’s going when harvesting. “You’ve got to keep focused on the rows. My nephew has a GPS system in his combine and can read a book but I haven’t gotten to that point yet,” commented Chell on how technology is changing how harvesting is being done.

Chell said that type of machinery with

When not farming Don Chell spends his time serving on a number of committees and volunteering his time in the community. As a member of the Burnett County Agricultural Fair Board, Chell has volunteered hours and hours during fair time. “I don’t think I’ve missed a fair in 75 years,” recalled Chell, who, with his family and friends, enjoys taking part in an old-time threshing machine demonstration every year to the delight of fairgoers.

If given a preference Chell would take corn over beans because he says with beans the combine is picking off the ground. “With beans you have to cut close to the ground so you have to watch for rocks,” explained Chell. “I’ve also hit ‘no trespass’ signs and even electric fence posts and that can mean costly repairs.”

Chell had another more unusual run-in while in the fields. “I hit a bear once when I was combining. I saw the den ahead of me so I eased up. I gave that bear a little boost and he ran off.

“And you can get lost in a field, too,” Chell remembered humorously of one night when he couldn’t find his way out of a field. “I finished and was on the edge of the cornfield but couldn’t see where the way out was.” Chell explained how, while there are a lot of lights on a combine, they point down at the crop, not up, making them not very helpful when trying to make your way out of a dark field.

Since buying his first combine at G&G Implement in Luck back in the 1960s, Chell has looked forward to picking corn and soybeans from morning to night during each harvest season. – Photos by Priscilla Bauer newer technology can be very costly and even used combines come with hefty price tags, some reaching well over $200,000. “And that $200,000 is just for the combine; the heads (cutting bars) are extra and can run anywhere from $50,000 to $150,000. It’s an investment that can easily

be over $400,000.”

While buying older equipment may be less of a financial commitment, Chell cautioned that going that route could end up being costly in another way. “A lot of farmers are buying used machinery but if a combine is too worn out you could be losing lots of grain on the ground and that means losing profit.”

Farmers who don’t have enough acreage to justify buying their own combine hire Chell to harvest their beans or corn.

This year’s crop Chell said this year’s corn crop has been running at a good rate, surprisingly so with this summer’s dry weather. “Some have been over 100 bushels an acre. Beans have been 10 bushels to 50 an acre. It depends on the soil type but it’s been going pretty good.

“Whenever you can you have to get in and get the crops done. I’ve combined as late as the last days of the year,” noted Chell, who so far this season has already picked around 600 acres with still more to go.

As to how lucrative combining is for Chell, he doesn’t give any figures but simply says he just tries to make enough to update and repair his equipment. Fuel is a big expense for Chell with the combine using approximately 10 gallons of diesel fuel an hour.

“I think he breaks even if he’s lucky,“ re-

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With the setting sun just a glimmer in the sky, Don Chell continued his season of harvesting, a man happily alone in his machine. “I’ll be out here another hour or so. I guess I’ll be doing this until I can’t crawl up in the combine anymore.”

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Halloween Spooktakular

Indian Creek

INDIAN CREEK – The American Legion Auxiliary Post 396 sponsored the Halloween Spooktakular Saturday, Oct. 27, at Indian Creek American Legion Hall.

- Jeanine Moody

Ages 0-2 started out the costume contest with 10 contestants. First place, $10 cash, went to contestant No. 1, Randi Nelson of Shell Lake; second place, $5 cash, went to contestant No. 10, Joseph Green of Indian Creek.

Kyla Foltz of Frederic is putting the finishAges 3-5 had seven contesting touches of sprinkles on her decorated ants. First place, $10 cash, went cookie. to contestant No. 6, Libby Swanson of Siren; second place, $5 cash, went to contestant No. 3, Grayson Hendricks-Baxter of Shell Lake.

Maci Werner of Cumberland, the youngest cookie decorator, enjoyed the fun activity and Pumpkin carving-Braden Postler of Siren won first place in the kept coming back for more. pumpkin-carving contest.

Ages 6-8 had four contestants. First place, $10 cash, went to contestant No. 2, Mackaylan McGown of Eagan, Minn.; second place, $5 cash, went to contestant No. 3, Mackenzi McGown of Eagan, Minn.

LEFT: Ages 9 and up also had four contestants.

First place, $10 cash, went to contestant No. 4, Morgan Taylor of Siren. Second place, $5 cash, went to contestant No. 1, Blakke Nesgoda of Siren.

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Volunteers set up tables for the kids to go around trick-or-treating. – Photos by Jeanine Moody

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marked Marlys, Don’s wife of 64 years.

“But if he stopped, what would I do with him?”

While Chell’s wife might joke as to how her husband would occupy his time if he quit combining, he’s not a man likely to stay idle.

Keeping busy When not farming, Chell, who is also a former Burnett County sheriff, serves on a number of boards and committees including the Burnett County Board of Supervisors, the Indianhead Credit Union Board and the Wood River Town Board.

Chell chaired the Burnett County Chapter of Whitetails Unlimited for 25 years, too, and just received a plaque recognizing his 25 years of service as church board chair at Grace Baptist Church in Falun.

And as a member of the Burnett County Agricultural Fair Board, Chell has volunteered hours and hours during fair time.

“I don’t think I’ve missed a fair in 75 years,” recalled Chell, who, with his family and friends, enjoys taking part in an old-time threshing machine demonstration every year to the delight of fairgoers.

As the sun began to set, seasoned harvester Don Chell turned the lights of his combine on and started picking another row. Chell spends long hours in the field during harvesttime. – Photos by Priscilla Bauer Chell sometimes gets help with the harvesting from his sons, who he says enjoy driving the combine as much as he does.

“Even the ones who don’t farm want to come and drive the combine.”

The sun now just a glimmer in the sky, Chell continued his season of harvesting, a man happily alone in his machine. “I’ll be out here another hour or so. I guess I’ll be doing this until I can’t crawl up in the

Don Chell says he’s still having fun in the fields. “You see it’s like this, you can take the boy out of the farm but you can’t take the farm out of the boy. I’ve been farming all my life and I enjoy being in the field.” combine anymore.”

Habitat “recycled” home to be rededicated

SIREN – On Saturday, Nov. 3, a Habitat home in Siren will be rededicated for use by a new family. Molly O’Gara and her sons, Liam and Ian, of Siren, will be the new homeowner. The home is the first local Habitat home to be “recycled,” which means Habitat received the home back from the original homeowner and a new homeowner applicant was selected for the home.

O’Gara has been working with other volunteers to spruce up the home with new paint and flooring and she is also working on the Habitat home build in Grantsburg to earn her required sweat-equity hours.

The dedication service will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 3, at the home at 24014 Ellis Ave. in Siren. All are welcome to attend. - submitted

“Jack and the Beanstalk” auditions scheduled SIREN - Auditions for Prairie Fire Children’s Theatre’s original musical production of “Jack and the Beanstalk” will be held on Monday, Nov. 5, at 3:30 p.m. at the Siren School auditorium.

Up to 70 Siren students are needed to play the roles of Jack, his fellow villagers, the carnival performers, the people of Orchestrania, the inhabitants of Featherville, and the trolls.

Two professional actor/directors from the Prairie Fire staff will direct the production and play the roles of the giant and the storyteller.

Auditions are open to Siren School students in grades 3 through 12. The audition process lasts up to two hours and all those auditioning are required to be in attendance the complete time. No preparation is necessary to audition. A portion of the cast will be required to stay following auditions for a short rehearsal. Rehearsals will be held from 3:30 to 8 p.m. the remainder of the week, with performances scheduled for Friday and Saturday, Nov. 9 and 10, at 7 p.m. in the Siren School auditorium.

Tickets for the performances are $5 for adults, $3 for students, and free for children pre-K and under. Tickets are available at the door with seating beginning 30 minutes prior to the opening of the curtain.

This weeklong Prairie Fire Children’s Theatre residency is being sponsored by Moms For Kids. More information is available by calling or texting Becky Strabel at 715-220-6471.

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I’m getting to know the guys at Blue Smoke—and I am not sure this is a good thing.

Blue Smoke is a moped and scooter garage. The owner and employees are all young men Carrie Classon with lots of tattoos, very short or very long hair, and sizable vocabularies. They all are scholars of something other than moped mechanics and the conversation in the garage is lively. They repair mopeds; they don’t sell anything. People are always coming in and asking to buy things: oil, parts, locks, tools, etc. The guys insist they will sell all of the above very soon. I asked if they sold mopeds.

“Of course we do!” two mechanics answered in unison.

When I asked where the mopeds were, they looked vaguely around them. “Well, they’re sort of in pieces right now...”

Blue Smoke is a small place. Every morning when they open (usually sometime around 10 o’clock) the entire garage is emptied so there is room to work.

Dozens of mopeds, no two bearing any resemblance, are lined up on the sidewalk. It looks like a giant vintage scooter sale, except nothing is for sale. The mopeds are from all over the world. They are bright pastel with leopard-skin saddles. They are ancient fat-wheeled bicycles with gas tanks welded to the frame. They are lined up, shining in the sun, waiting for the ministrations of the next Blue Smoke mechanic.

My Panther moped, from the Hero Motor Company of India, has been having problems. First the carburetor fell off. I didn’t know this could happen, but it did— twice. It turns out that this is not a good thing. Without a carburetor, my little moped comes to an immediate and unceremonious stop.

The second time it happened, the owner of Blue Smoke drove out to rescue me. He reattached the car-

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buretor and, when I asked how much this service call would cost, he said, “Oh, I dunno. Ten bucks?” This seemed fair to me.

When I am charged anything it all, my repair bill is always less than a tank of gas, and it seems to go to a better cause.

Now, as winter approaches, I’m thinking that the choke would be useful to get my Panther revving in the predawn cold. Sadly, the lever that says “choke” on my Panther does nothing. The guys at Blue Smoke showed me how compressing the lever had no accompanying mechanical response. It is sort of a pantomime choke. They were in no hurry to fix it.

“Would it be easier to start with the choke?” I inquired.

“Oh, yes,” they conceded, “especially in the cold.”

They gave me a can of some sort of aerosol substance and told me to shoot in the general direction of the carburetor if I had trouble. (They don’t actually sell this stuff either, they just gave me a half-used can.) The next morning, leaving early for my 7 o’clock class, my Panther was cranky. I pedaled and pedaled to no effect. Finally, I got out the mysterious aerosol can. It was dark, but I aimed it more or less for the carburetor. The Panther choked and gasped and roared into submission.

Even with Blue Smoke’s eminently reasonable prices, I have spent a bit of money there. The last time I was in, I explained to one of the mechanics how I imagined this was normal when breaking in a new moped.

“No,” he replied simply, “mopeds are always breaking.”

Somehow, that no longer seems like such a bad thing.

Till next time, —Carrie

HSBC honors Volunteers of the Year and supportive business owners The annual meeting and award presentation for the Humane Society of Burnett County was held last week. New board members Brenda Larsen and Mindy Clark were welcomed and will join Brenda Spears-Lamson, Lore Quinn, Roxi Roberts, Joanne Manning and Kathy Meyers on the board of directors.

Special recognition plaques were given to Cozy Corner Bar and Restaurant in Dairyland, Mike and Lesa Foley, and Clover Meadow Winery for all their generous contributions and support given to HSBC. Teri Ackland was recognized as Volunteer of the Year for her dedication and compassion she so generously gives to all the shelter animals. Shown in photos at right are Darrin Langanki of the Cozy Corner Bar and Restaurant who received a special recognition plaque, and Teri Ackland who received the Volunteer of the Year Award. - Photos submitted

NARFE meets Nov. 8 GRANTSBURG - The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Chapter 1581 will hold a dinner meeting, at noon on Thursday, Nov. 8, at the Dreamers Restaurant in Grantsburg. All active and retired federal employees are invited to attend. Reservations may be made by phoning Betty at 715-689-2252 by Monday, Nov. 5. - submitted

Ears are interesting places to look because almost anything can show up there. Most people The doctoring business can be are worried when I look into fairly mundane some days. their ears, believing that I will Coughs, colds, and a rash are stanfind dirt. Actually dirt is one of John W. Ingalls, MD dard fare with a broken bone or a the rarest findings, usually reheart problem thrown in for good served for plumbers who have measure. We always try to prepare for the unexpected been sneaking around in someone’s crawl space. One and the true emergencies while hoping that it will fine day I had a lady complaining of a terrible buzzing never happen. However it isn’t just the problems we in her ear. As I was talking to her she jerked her head experience but it’s the people themselves with their varied backgrounds and personalities that really make and said, “There it is again!” A careful look revealed the butt of a large moth stuck in her ear. Still very life interesting. much alive he struggled and tried flapping his wings Out of the thousands of people that I see each year when I applied a clamp to his behind and pulled him my two favorite groups are the older-than-me group – the retired or nearly retired folks with experiences and out backwards. I wondered how the moth found its way in there as they usually follow the light. Perhaps stories that need to be told, and secondly, the it was the light shining through from the other side. preschoolers. Those who have lived through history While ears are interesting, it is in the dark recesses can bring it to life in a way that no history book or lesof the nose where true adventure begins. Children son can ever accomplish and those just beginning life see and experience everything in a fresh new way. I re- may imitate putting an earring in the ear but I can never understand what drives a child to shove someally love the kids because in their own way they help thing up their nose. Are they imitating something or me to see and experience life in a different way. does it just feel good? It isn’t just the location that Children are naturally imitators of their parents or amazes me but the variety of treasures found stored in grandparents. If Dad works in construction then Juntiny nostrils. I have found the usual items of interest ior will likely mimic his actions by digging, pounding, that fit up the nose such as rocks, beans, parts from shoveling or pretending to operate heavy equipment. foam rubber footballs, peas, beads and pencil erasers.

In the same way, whatever Mom does, little girls will Sometimes I have discovered truly unusual and interalso imitate. I have discovered rocks, beads and earesting things that beg the question, “Why?” ring parts inside little girls ears because they were preThere are even times when I have found multiple tending to be a grown up by wearing earrings. nose stuffing occurrences as if it were a sporting event.

Unfortunately they didn’t really understand how to I may never know if the full moon affects small chilapply the adornment properly. dren but I am inclined to believe there was some un-

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known influence suggesting to children to plug their noses. One particular day was especially memorable when I was confronted by three such exuberant youths who decided to see what it was like to shove something far up their noses. Interesting to note, they were all boys on this particular day.

The first was not particularly difficult and I doubt it was very uncomfortable as he presented with a plugged nostril impacted with a large ball of play dough. The color of the play dough was appropriately green and after some professional nose picking we were able to relieve this child’s nose of its artificial booger.

The second child was a bit more difficult to understand. The offending object was nothing more than a corner of a scouring pad that had been trimmed from the original pad with a scissors. I can only imagine the bristly harshness as the child pushed it out of sight with stubby fingers. He was obviously taking his mother’s advice about keeping his nose clean.

The third and final nasal obstruction of the day was nothing short of spectacular. The innocent child was in no distress as I looked upward into the left nostril. He squirmed and resisted somewhat but finally I was able to view the object of our quest. There in the distant darkness of the toddler’s nostril was a shiny orange object. I struggled to grasp it with ordinary forceps and as we grappled with the vigorous youngster we eventually concluded defeat and allowed the mother to take the child home and return tomorrow for another go-round. This time we were successful; by using a toothed forceps we carefully grasped the end of the nasal plug and extracted an entire peeled baby carrot.

Recently, my family started a weightloss competition which will end by Christmas. My youngest sister wanted the competition to get us all back in shape, hoping the competitive part would push us to actually do something.

So far, I have worked out a total of maybe 10 times, and I have no way to weigh myself while I’m living at college.

Two of my roommates are cross-country runners for our school. They run twice a day almost every day and an “easy” or “fun” run for them is an hour long. My best friend, who goes to school in Florida, also runs for her university. I have always admired her endurance, drive and passion for running. The longest I could run is maybe two miles –

Breaking news: Old dog learns new trick In 1983 Howard Gardner published a groundbreaking book about intelligence titled “Frames of Mind.” In it he challenged the long-held idea that we could definitively measure IQ. At the time, the book shook the field of psychology to its core, resulting in a complete paradigm shift. We no longer think of intelligence as a single static thing, but as nine things that are in constant flux.

Instead of one IQ, Gardner showed us that there are actually nine intelligences: Linguistic, logical-mathematical, spatial, bodily-kinesthetic, musical, interpersonal, intrapersonal, naturalist and existential. Each of us has access to all of them, and despite what our schools teach, emphasize and test for, each adds value to our economy, culture and society in equal measure.

So that was a new idea. Here’s another: Regardless of age or aptitude we can strengthen any of the nine intelligences at any time. As evidence, I present the following true story.

As amazingly stimulating as teaching is, as a teacher sometimes it’s tough to

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This summer my boyfriend and his sister decided to run a half marathon. His sister trained and ran consistently for almost a year previous to the race. She strictly followed a training program, ate right and pushed herself to do the best she could do. My boyfriend was a sprinter throughout high school and two years into college as well, so the most he has ever run is 200 meters. His “training” for the half marathon consisted of run-

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make ends meet.

So a few years ago my wife and I both got second jobs. After school, Chris Wondra I worked at a nursing home as a purchaser and Lisa delivered the St. Paul Pioneer Press. It was Lisa’s route, but I was terrified to learn that I would be her backup. To reach everyone, I’d have to drive through the earlymorning darkness, off the beaten path, through farmland, around lakes and cabins and into driveways set deep in the dark and misty backwoods. I’m not a morning person and I get lost easily so I strongly encouraged Lisa to not get sick. She, in turn, encouraged me to suck it up and get in the car.

Lisa took over from a very nice man who liked country music and taught her the route by talking through the whole thing. “This is the ugliest mailbox I’ve ever seen,” he’d say. Or, “I call this the

ning two miles six months before the race, a random 10-mile jog about two months prior, while eating whatever he wanted and never working out in between. Race day came. He ran the entire thing without stopping and finished in two hours.

People like that just make me sick. I wish I could never train and just hop in a half marathon and run the entire thing.

But people like me have to work hard at it and work for at least a year in advance to run something that long. Once during my only year in track in high school, I was complaining of shin splints and pain in my lower legs and one of the coaches just looked at me and said, “Man, you just were not built to be a runner, were you?” I didn’t take it personally, because, well, it’s true. God did not build my

body or my bones to be a runner.

But this summer, while it may seem very minute or insignificant to some, I ran my first 5K ever. I kept my pace, I didn’t stop, and even though I got passed by an 80-year-old man who has probably been running since he was 5, I finished strong and did it in about 30 minutes. Now, with this family weightloss competition going on, I have decided to start running. Not only that, but I have decided to start training for a half marathon in July. I’ve come to terms that I will never be the best, or the fastest, or the strongest, and my form may not be up to par to the elite and experienced runners. But, someday, I hope to call myself a “runner.” I’m not training to be the best out there, I’m training so I can cross that finish line.

‘cow road’ because there are always cows along it.” Or, “My daughter thinks those bushes look like a bunny.” Lisa used these as mental cues and had the route down in no time.

I attribute this to the fact that she’s spatially intelligent. She uses these skills all the time. She grew up driving around the cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul.

Every spring and summer she searches back-road garage sales for the jackets, jeans and shirts our kids will wear the following fall and winter. She’s also an amazing seamstress – it’s her profession, actually. So she’s also got an uncanny knack for visualizing and estimating sizes, lengths and angles. She’s using her spatial intelligence all the time.

I, on the other hand, am a bit spatially challenged – particularly when it comes to navigation. I can enter a new building, climb a flight of stairs, turn a corner or two, enter a room, and have absolutely no idea in which direction the parking lot is, or the nearest exit, or north.

So, understandably, the first few times I went on the route I often had absolutely no idea where I was. We’d turn right, then left, then left again and I’d be totally lost. I often wanted to turn right when we needed to turn left and vice versa.

The route took me a long time to learn.

But eventually, painfully, I did.

And then something interesting happened. I got better at spatially related tasks. Why just last Sunday, despite never having done it before, I drove from our house right to the front of Williams Arena on the U of M campus, pulled over to pick up Lisa, drove around the block once and then picked up my daughter, who had stayed behind to talk with a few of the Gopher volleyball players after their recent match against Illinois. This never would have happened a few years ago.

Which just goes to show that our intelligence is not this purely genetic, unchangeable thing. They are many, and they stretch and change as we use them.

Any measurement only reflects a snapshot at a certain point along an everchanging time line. Even as we age, we can still learn and grow – becoming more intelligent as we tackle new problems.

So apparently, you can teach an old dog new tricks.

Founder of WeTeachWeLearn.org, Chris Wondra is just another Wisconsin public schoolteacher. Find We Teach We Learn on Facebook and Twitter for daily tips on getting the most out of your brain.

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Luck students visit Crex

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LUCK – On Thursday, Oct. 18, the first-graders at Luck Elementary School headed to the Crex Meadows Wildlife Area for a “TreeMendous” day of learning and exploring together. This fall field trip was a culminating activity for the students study of Wisconsin woodlands and wetlands.

The students put on waders, grabbed a net and a pail, and discovered what lives in a pond. After finding all sorts of pond life, the students used magnifying glasses to get a closer look.

In addition to the pond study, the students participated in a tree investigation.

The kids measured the tree circumference, looked for signs of animal life, and Lydaya Johnson, and Ava and Mariah Nyara try to identify critters while looking at them with even did a leaf and bark rub- magnifying glasses while Ava and Mariah’s grandmother helps. – Photos submitted bing.

The first-grade teachers, Ms. Bethany Wohlk, Mrs. Maggie Peterson and Mrs. Nancy Gill, extend gratitude to Crex Meadows for putting on a great educational program for their students.

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Dianne Sundby, from Grantsburg, and Roger Forrester, Hayward, were chosen homecoming queen and king at Superior State College.–The engagement of Anna Marie Norine and Charles Fagerberg was announced.–Three young people were confirmed at Bethany Lutheran Church, Siren, and seven at Trinity Lutheran, Falun. They were Doug McBroom, Robert Chladil, John Anderson, Diana Marek, Gordon Daydodge, Randy Swift, Clarence Daydodge, Sandra Shoquist, Gary Anderson and Michael Luke.–Donald Orgeman Jr., from Frederic, participated in the freshman marathon at Superior State College. This was a relay-type event, with 32 runners running half-mile legs of a 268-mile course at regular intervals, arriving in Stevens Point in 29 hours, a record time. Orgeman said he ran about 10 miles in all.–Robert Vilstrup was appointed the new manager of the Polk County ASC office.–Stokely-Van Camp announced it would close its Milltown cannery permanently as of Dec. 1, and the Stella Cheese Co. announced it would close its Milltown plant. The closings were “keenly felt” in the Milltown area.–The Grantsburg junior class play was “Teen Time.”–The Rev. Gordon C. Langlie was the new pastor at Trade River Evangelical Free Church.– “America’s foremost evangelist,” Sister Fern, would be ministering at the Webster Community building on Nov. 2.–Roy V. Belisle, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Belisle, Luck, was promoted to specialist four in the 1st Armored Division, stationed at Fort Hood, Texas.

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Erick Olave, Teddy Thompson and Jacob Brinkman use hand magnifiers to look at critters from the pond water sample.

During their field trip to Crex Meadows, Oct. 18, Oliver Foeller and Hunter Memmer are ready to head into the pond to discover what lives in the water.

GWWT show appreciation for teachers Grantsburg Women Working Together once again presented teachers and staff with apples in appreciation for all that they do for local students.

Gail Potvin, of GWWT, is shown presenting Nelson School teachers Barb Anderson and Julie Lee with “an apple for the teacher.”

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Earth Day laptop winner announced

OSCEOLA – While touring the Polk County Recycling Center in April for Earth Day, Grant Olson, from Osceola Intermediate School, won a free laptop. The laptop was donated on behalf of Material Processing Corporation, who currently contracts with Polk County Recycling for all their electronics recycling services.

All Earth Day activities proved to be educational and enjoyable.

Tours of the recycling center are available Monday through Thursday, 6:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Please call the recycling center at 715-483-1088 for more information. – submitted

Grant Olson from Osceola Intermediate School was the laptop winner at the Polk County Recycling Center for Earth Day. – Photo submitted

Both Republicans and Democrats were making the campaign rounds in the area, with Congressman David Obey, Assemblyman Harvey Dueholm and Sen. Robert Knowles appearing on the front page of this paper, having attended or spoken at local events.–Pollsters were predicting a landslide victory for incumbent president, Richard Nixon, who was being challenged by George McGovern.–Also in election-related news, the Siren High School senior class announced that they would provide, for anyone who needed them, a ride to the polls and/or free baby-sitting so that people could vote.–The marriage of Pearl Dawn Erickson and Terry Paul Rader was announced.–Winners of the jack-o’-lantern contest at Siren School were Don Adler, Steven Stoner and Doreen Jones.–New officers of the Polk-Burnett Beekeepers Club were Paul Ekblad, Frederic, president; Fred McClintock, Clear Lake, vice president; and Joan Weber, Clayton, secretary-treasurer.–Winners of the Burnett County Soil Conservation Speaking Contest were Steve Verret, Jennifer Snapp, Dan Adler, Judith Dodge, Jacky Johnson, Kathy Johnson, Norma Knutson, Diane Brask and Jolene Brask.–The librarians club at Siren High School elected officers: President Roberta Wenthe, Vice President Ruby Phernetton, secretary Mary Cycenas and treasurer and reporter Wanda Roatch.

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The Inter-County Leader for Oct. 28, 1992, had three sections, the third being a 28-page election guide.–A candidates forum at the Burnett County Government Center drew a crowd of 170. The forum, moderated by Mary Poretti, involved Bill Berndt, Gene Boyd, Larry Lee, Harvey Stower, Alice Clausing and Don Taylor.–An architect presented his report to the Spooner School Board, saying 17 of the elementary school’s 23 classrooms were “overutilized,” and basically all classroom space was at maximum capacity.–The Pleasant Valley Kitchen Band performed for the residents of the Frederic Care Center.–Kendra Wondra, Frederic graduate, was a member of the homecoming court at UWEau Claire.–Marie Zimmer and Miki Budge were members of the Wisconsin State Honors Band which would perform Oct. 29 in Madison.–Spec. Shane J. Scribner, a Unity grad, was awarded the Army Achievement Medal at Fort Belvoir, Fairfax, Va.–Winners of the contest at Wood River Nursery for the biggest pumpkin were first place, Jena Segelstrom; second place, Jackie Jorgenson; and third place, Kristen Anderson.–Marcus Lee Nelson, 16, of Danbury, had completed the requirements to become an Eagle Scout, and the ceremony would be Nov. 8.–Webster girls and boys cross-country teams won the Division III sectional meet and would be going to the state meet. The teams were led by Lance Schaaf and Miki Budge. Siren’s Ryan Benson also qualified for state.

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TOWN TALK/COUNTRY CHATTER Hey folks, what’s happening? We’ve been out walking in the wood and exploring – what a great time of the year. Lots of geese and ducks on the pond and even a couple of swans. Sometimes a crane or two stops by for a visit and are they ever noisy. Of course we’re not allowed to chase any of them, Mommy Downer says no!

Well if having all the cats here at home weren’t bad enough Mom had to go bring another one home from the shelter, named Ursula. She was feeling very badly for her as he was a return and remembered Ursula from when she first started volunteering. To make a long story short, we knew she was staying when Mom says to her, “Say hello to Dad.” Ursula is slowly getting to know all of us, it’s taking a little longer with Muffin and Princess who are both being royal pains in the behind about it all.

Let me tell you about Paco. He is a 10-monthold Lab and we think possibly hound mix that weighs in at a mere 68 pounds. Paco really is a very handsome and friendly dog that has had little to no training. One of our volunteers has been spending time with him and we’re told that he is a very smart fellow and a quick study, just needs a firm hand.

Paco Paco is also a pretty

715-349-2964 Did you see them last week – those little white things floating down most of the day? Old Man Winter was sneaking about the area shaking his bag of white stuff. Looks like winter will be a long one this year. Well, this old gal got the message, she put on her coat and headed to our little shed to retrieve the snow shovel, it is now hanging on the wall of the garage. I’m ready for whatever he throws at us. If it’s too cold or snowy this gal will simply stay in. Lots of critters hibernate so bear country folks can too.

I finally found a couple of tree-rat-proof bird feeders for hanging on my front deck. Last spring I saw these cute apple-shaped feeders made out of a heavy mesh metal. The birds have no problems pulling the sunflower seeds through the holes, however, try as they might, the tree rats can’t get enough

Frederic Senior Center Dave Peterson

We should all be thankful for our much-needed rain. Maybe now our nice weather will continue.

We had a very good meal at Hacker’s Caf on Saturday.

The winners for Spades were Arnie Borchert, Marlyce Borchert, Holly Stonesifer and Roger Greenly.

The winners for 500 were Dave Peterson, Bill Ihrig, Rich Hustad and Phyllis Peterson. The winner of the nine bid was Tim Abrahamzon.

Remember that we play Spades at 1 p.m. Monday, 500 at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Pokeno at 1 p.m.

Wednesday and Friday, and Dime Bingo at 1 p.m. on Thursdays. All ages are welcome for the activities.

Continue to enjoy our late fall weather as winter is just around the corner.

Hope to see you at the center.

T he L e a de r i s a c o o p e r a t i v e -o w n e d n ew s p a pe r

Shelter

YAPpenings Sadie good escape artist, which is actually kind of funny to see but with a little patience I’m sure than can be resolved easily. He just needs someone to give him a chance!

Beautiful little Aphrodite is a 3-month-old kitten that is very loving and affectionate. When you walk in, she always lets you know she’s there and to come visit. Aphrodite is a gray/black tabby with short hair with white marking on her face. She is such a great little kitty and would like it if someone would call her their own. I know you won’t be disappointed in her or any of the other kitties waiting patiently to be adopted.

The annual general meeting and potluck dinner was held on the 24th at the Webster Fire Department. It was a good evening with special recognition given to Terri Ackland as our Volunteer of the Year; Darren of Cozy Corner Bar and Restaurant in Dairyland; Michael and Lesa Foley for their generosity both monetarily and timewise and Clover Meadow Winery for their ongoing and much-appreciated support.

Two new members were also welcomed to the board – Mindy Clark and Brenda Larson. Congrat-

Siren news of the seeds to keep them interested so they just give up. I have sat in my easy chair as they climb all over them looking for a way into the seeds to no avail. It is hilarious watching some of their antics.

Maybe there is a way to outfox those crafty critters.

Sympathy to the family of William Boyd Richter who passed away Oct. 18.

Hope you are still looking through the area papers for harvest dinners, as there are still some out there. Those of you who enjoy Scandinavian foods, the Grantsburg Legion has a lutefisk/meatball one on Thursday, Nov. 1, starting at 4 p.m. till gone.

Hope to see you there.

The Siren Methodist Church ladies are once again holding a fall bake sale and this year it includes a doll/craft sale on Saturday, Nov. 3, from 9

mation becomes available.

I hope everyone had a great Halloween and that all my animal friends were kept safe and out of danger.

For those who have faced or are yet to face Hurricane Sandy, please know that you are in our prayers. We’re hoping everyone, including the four-footed furry ones came safely through this storm and know that there will be many people ready to help you.

“After every storm the sun will smile; for every problem there is a solution, and the soul’s indefeasible duty is to be of good cheer.” ... William R. Alger Have a great week everyone. Licks and tail wags.

The Humane Society of Burnett County is saving lives, one at a time; hsburnettcty.org, 715-8664096, license No. 267335-DS. We’re on Facebook too, why don’t you like us there.

Bev Beckmark a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch is on-site by the youth group from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Hunting season is near and the Siren Methodist men’s group will serve a chili feed with cornbread and desserts on Nov. 16, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Come enjoy the food and bring a few of your best hunting stories.

The Siren Bethany Lutheran Church will hold a winter clothing giveaway on Saturday, Nov. 3, from 10 a.m. to noon or until gone. All are welcome.

Congratulations to elementary student Riley Jones, middle schooler Riley Anderson and high schooler Coty Benjamin for being chosen Siren Schools students of the week. What a great group of students.

Webster Senior Written for this week

The news in last week’s Leader was not from our center. There was a mix-up somewhere. The Dime Bingo will not be moved to another day and there should be two columns to read this week Wii bowling this week was again fun and competitive. Pat had high individual game with 214 and high individual series of 417. The Odd Balls had high team game of 676 and high team series of 1,334.

Deanna picked up the 3-9-10 split and Millie the 4-5.

Good job by all.

There were 20 players for Dime Bingo. Thanks to all who come to play. Come and join the fun on Wednesdays at 12:30 p.m. It was decided that we will not have Bingo on Wednesday, Nov. 21, the day before Thanksgiving.

Don’t forget to set your clocks back this weekend as daylight saving time ends Saturday night. (Actually it ends at 2 a.m. Sunday but who wants to stay up until then?)

Mark your calendars for the next monthly meeting Tuesday, Nov. 20, at 1 p.m.

See you at the center.

Written for last week

The weather can’t decide which season it should be, so if you don’t like today, tomorrow should be better. Hopefully everyone can get out and enjoy the nice days as we will see less and less of them.

Another exciting Wii bowling week. LaJuana had

Borderline news Wilma Fest was a wonderful event again this year.

Fran Levings and Dave Baker enjoyed the entire evening. This is a special treat that the Town of Wilma puts on for the community out here each year.

Glen and Toni Williamson, Patrice Winfield and Paul Raymond decorate the town hall, everyone brings a food dish, and lots of prizes are given away. Area businesses donate wonderful items for this event.

The Procrastinators provided music, and many of you may be interested in knowing that one of the musicians was former Cloverton resident Dave Lynas.

The Duxbury Volunteer Fire Department met last week to discuss radio communications and the Markville cistern. Those in attendance were Chief Mike McCullen, treasurer Patrice Winfield, secretary Dave Baker, Paul Raymond, Glen Williamson, Paul

Aphrodite

Fornengo, Ed Carlin, Don Mishler and Tracy Erickson.

You know, it seems the summers are so busy. But now the worm has turned, and it is time to do other things. Last Saturday, dear and longtime friends Fran Levings and Dave Baker visited with Bob Brewster and Patty Koehler. We had not gotten together for a visit for so long. For dinner we had short ribs, potatoes, sweet corn and homemade plum wine, vintage 2009. We caught up on what’s new in each other’s lives. Still kickin’, by gum. Hey Borderlanders, get out there and smell the roses that bloom in winter.

Science corner: for the ex-Borderlander nerds that read this column, I think Hurricane Sandy has me on a mission. Around here it is as dry as I have ever

ulations and welcome to all!

Our next fundraiser will be hosted by Adventures Restaurant with a Sunday brunch in December. There will also be a small silent auction with donations from our volunteers. I’ll keep you posted as more infor-

Bernie Boelter

high individual game with a 248 and also picked up the 5-10 split. Bernie and LaJuana tied for high individual series with 421. The Sunshine Girls had high team game with 808 and The Odd Balls had high team series of 1,539. Good job by all.

The Wii is for all seniors to use and there are many other games with it plus the Wii Fit. If anyone is interested in organizing something call me at 715656-3583.

We have set Saturday, Feb. 2, as a tentative date for the indoor flea market. A table can be rented for $20. Space is limited so register early. There will also be a bake sale that day.

AARP will be holding a 55 Alive course at the Webster Senior Center on Friday, Nov. 16, from 1 to 5 p.m. There is no charge for veterans and their adult families. For more information or to register call Mel Stark at 608-655-4847.

Our decorating elves, Gladys and Theresa, have been at it again. The Halloween decor is spooky and fun. Good job as usual.

We had a large group for Dime Bingo again who enjoyed the treats furnished by Dorothy and Abby.

Remember there is always room for more every Wednesday at 12:30 p.m.

The November menus are ready. Stop in pick one up and sign up for your favorites.

See you at the center.

Bob Brewster seen it. The rivers are a mere ribbon of rocks. It’s so dry the fish have sprouted lungs. We have had only a trickle of rain since July 25, and except for a record-breaking ground-soaking 10-1/2 inches in May, it has been dry all year. I have kept rainfall records for a good while now, and my August average is 3.35 inches, while this year August chalked in at 1.24. For September my average is 3.39, and I got 1.01 this year. October’s average is 2.95, and I got 0.96 so far. We usually get around 28-1/2 inches of rain a year, so just to see “What if,” I substituted the amount for a normal May into my records, and the result was 19 inches for the previous 12 months, which is about two-thirds of the norm.

Births

Sullivan Andrew and Josephine Mae Paulus were born at 10:47 a.m. and 10:48 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 26, to Jennifer and Andy Paulus of Fredonia. Sullivan weighed 6.6 pounds and was 17-1/2 inches long. Josephine weighed 5.11 pounds and was 18 inches long. Sullivan and Josephine were born at the Columbia Center in Mequon.

Their grandparents are Mike and Lori Paulus of Fredonia and Jeff and Darlene Creuzer of Centuria. Photo submitted

••• Born at Burnett Medical Center:

A boy, Dominick William Rose, born Oct. 23, 2012, to David Rose and Jessie Roy, Cushing. Dominick weighed 7 lbs., 7 oz. and was 19 inches long.

Siblings are Bryce and Cameron.

Grandparents are Deborah Roy, Cushing, and Donna Rose, Melrose.

Great-grandparents are D.W. VanBunschoten, Saratoga Springs, N.Y., and Robert Paul, Mechanicville, N.Y.

••• Born at Osceola Medical Center:

A boy, Noah Leonard Tanner, born Oct. 20, 2012, to Alicia Szydlo and Christopher Tanner, Luck. Noah weighed 6 lbs., 15 oz.

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A girl, Lillian Ava Lindblad, born Oct. 23, 2012, to Kayla Hughes and Tyler Lindblad, Shafer, Minn. Lillian weighed 7 lbs., 11.4 oz.

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Dewey LaFollette Karen Mangelsen

Nina and Donna Hines, Lida Nordquist and Marlene Swearingen visited Rachel, Harriet and Nathaniel Wiita in Frederic Wednesday.

On Wednesday evening, Lawrence, Nina, Gerry and Donna Hines were guests of John and Diana Mangelsen for supper at Adventures in Siren.

Lakeview United Methodist Church held a bake sale outside at Tracks on Friday evening. They took in over $500. The congregation is very appreciative of all who bought items, and especially to Tracks for allowing the use of their outdoor space.

Hank and Karen Mangelsen visited Sue and Roger Mroszak Saturday morning.

Brian and Jane Hines visited Donna and Gerry Hines Friday and Saturday. Mark Hines was a Saturday visitor there.

Karen and Hank Mangelsen attended the Burnett County 4-H Achievement Night at Siren School Saturday evening. Granddaughters Patty and Mandy Close each received recognition for their accomplishments.

Later, Hank and Karen visited at the Close home to help Patty celebrate her birthday.

Maynard and Ronda Mangelsen went to Pilgrim Lutheran Church in Frederic Sunday for the confirmation of their great-nephew, Kody Menke. Then they were guests at the home of Kody’s parents, Judi (Otis) and Jim Menke. Duane Otis and other family members were there for the celebration, too.

Lida Nordquist visited Joleen and Richard Funk Saturday. Jan Schott, and Rick and Angie Funk were there also.

Don and Pat Israel called on Roger and Sue Mroszak Sunday afternoon.

Karen Mangelsen visited Lois Snyder Thursday afternoon.

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TOWN TALK/COUNTRY CHATTER Happy Tails Await Arnell Humane Society of Polk County Gretchen is a 2-year-old housetrained, gentle, fun-loving softy. She is a tall gal with soft eyes.

Gretchen is tricolor with spots of black and tan on a white coat with smaller flecking spots of the same colors throughout. She is a happy dog with a jaunty step. She enjoys a walk with a buddy or a ride in the car. Gretchen has a sweet nature; she is spayed and ready for a family she can spoil.

Gretchen has been waiting for that special someone for two months.

It must be something in the air. Cooler temperatures have sent the dogs to our shelter. Large and small, tan, white and black, curly, smooth and wirehair, the variation is amazing.

Carl is a large, husky, neutered black Lab. He was a beloved pet, surrendered to the shelter when his owner lost his home. Carl loves to play out-

doors, chase tennis balls and slept with a cat on his bed. He is a people dog of the Lab order, 7 years old. Old enough to behave with manners and relax at your feet.

Roper is an 8year-old neutered Gretchen male cocker spaniel.

His older gentleman caregiver refused to go into hospice until he knew his dog would be taken care of. Roper came to our shelter and is looking for a loving home that will continue to give him medication for his mild-seizure condition. This chubby little man is a dear; hasn’t met a person he didn’t like. He has a curly buff coat and large brown cocker spaniel eyes that tug at your heart.

Vivian and Iris were surrendered when their caregiver was moving. Vivian is an overweight white and red mini dachshund with a short coat and no tail. She loves her brown velour blanket. She

Time for Operation Christmas

Interfaith

‘Tis the season to be jolly.

OK, I know that sounds a little premature, but for Interfaith and our Christmas for Kids program, it is never too early. We are beginning to receive wish lists from kids in Burnett County. The lists tell what toys they would like to receive from Santa. Some ask for clothes as well as toys. Some ask for books and one little boy even asked for Spiderman underwear. Socks and boots are a big item this year. Winter jackets and mittens and of course the most popular toys. I wish toys that were affordable were advertised on TV. Of course the only ones the kids see are way out of our budget. Budget, that is a key word.

Christmas for Kids does not really have a budget. We have only what is donated. As usual we are desperate. We would love to give each child at least one toy they really want. The little boy who asked for Spiderman underwear

Cares

Barb Blodgett will get just that and also a book he asked for about the planets. The little girl who asked for a side-by-side refrigerator will not get that, nor will the boy who asked for a snowmobile. I have an idea that those children had some help filling out their lists. Christmas for Kids is just that, for kids. We never get to see the faces of the children who receive these toys, but we can imagine the happiness of a Christmas with a toy or jacket from Santa. We need help. We need donations. If you are shopping, pick out something a child would like and we would be happy to match it with a child’s wish list. Not shopping?

Money will do. Cash and checks are always appreciated. Mail them to Christ-

climbs into it and only comes out to see who’s there. This chubby little girl will need to be on a weight management plan, no table scraps and a regular exercise routine. She loves to be held in your lap.

Iris is an overweight, adorable, yellow Lab/cocker spaniel mix. Iris has the worried cocker spaniel eyes down pat, complete with large furrowed wrinkles on her forehead. Shelter life was confusing to her at first, but she is coming out of her shell now that she knows there are biscuits every night before bedtime. That means we must be all right.

Also looking for homes are a tall black Lab mix, an English pointer, a wirehaired Chihuahua mix, a springer-Lab mix, a Puggle and a lionhead black bunny.

If you or someone you know is in need of a dog kennel, we have acquired a number of them, wire and hard plastic, that are for sale at very reasonable prices. Stop by to see our adoptable pets.

Arnell Memorial Humane Society is at 185 Griffin St. East in Amery, phone 715-268-7387, or online at arnellhumane.org.

mas for Kids, 7596 Hayden Lake Road, Danbury, WI 54830.

I know it seems early to be thinking Christmas, but just look at the stores and see the decorations. I think the Christmas things were out just after Labor Day. We can’t wait until the last minute. Wish lists are already available at the Burnett County Government Center. They have to be turned in no later than Friday, Nov. 16, and the distribution is on Friday, Dec. 21, from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. So, you see, we have to get busy.

Remember, we need your help.

I will be “out of pocket” for a few days beginning Friday, Nov. 2, until about Tuesday, Nov. 6. I wonder where “out of pocket” came from. Isn’t it easier to say, “I will be away” or ”I will be gone?” At any rate, I will be back at my desk by Tuesday or Wednesday if all goes as planned. I am having my knee replaced and if all goes as expected I will be in therapy by Monday. From what I have heard, I will be ready to do away with my therapist by Wednesday.

St. Croix Senior Center Marian Edler

It’s late fall with daylight saving time to end on Nov. 4, and Election Day on the 6th. We won’t have to listen to all those political ads and annoying telephone calls.

Tuesday started with our exercises followed by Skip-Bo. In the afternoon we played games. The Domino winners were Gladis Weikert, Delores Benson and Ione Meixner. The winning team in Hand and Foot were Rita Boyle, Russ Adams and Irene Campbell. Joan Arnold, Marlys Borchert, Don Benson and Audrey McNurlin were the winners in 500 cards.

Thursday we held our exercise session. In the afternoon, Cribbage was played. In the evening 500 cards were played with BrenNel Ward, Gloria, Joan Arnold and Cathy Smith being the winners.

Friday, Nov. 2, at 12:30 p.m., Bingo will be played.

Also check out the Lioness beef dinner that will be served at the center on Nov. 3.

I have been told that is the worst part.

Oh well, you have to do what you have to do.

Denny and I were talking during the 14 seconds between getting into bed and the time we fall asleep. We were thinking that we have to slow down.

Having the two of us and Den’s dad at the dinner table is a big thing in this family. Interfaith Caregivers takes a lot of hard work and time. I will never be able to thank our volunteers who make our jobs so much easier. What wonderful people we have who make up our list of volunteers. As my eyelids droop because I am so tired, I smile thinking of those who help and those who we have helped.

And now, before I close my eyes completely, I want to wish everyone a happy and healthy Thanksgiving. Eat a piece of pumpkin pie for me, it is not on my diet.

I am so thankful for you.

Barb

Siren Senior Center We had our first potluck of the season on Wednesday. We had a good crowd and of course the food was great. We will be having a

Fran Krause

Orange

LaVonne O'Brien

Harmony HCE met at Cedarwood Manor Tuesday morning with Amy Kopecky and LaVonne O’Brien as hosts. On Thursday evening, the the HCE club hosted an international Mexican meal at the government center that was well-attended by adults and 4-H’ers.

On Saturday afternoon, the Orange 4-H club had their club achievement at the Orange Community Center. The county achievement was Saturday night at Siren School.

Jack and Jeri Witzany spent the weekend with their son, Mike, in Champlin, Minn.

Mike and Bob O’Brien put up wood for their parents over the weekend.

John and Reeny Neinstadt attended a friend’s son’s funeral on Wednesday. Sandy and Lamar Johnson and family spent the weekend with their folks. On Sunday evening, they all had dinner at Natalie and Bob Flagstad’s home.

Kent and Nancy Krause spent the weekend with Karen and Jerry Hintz in Sturgeon Bay. On Sunday they all went the the Packers vs.

Jaguars game.

Mark and Dee Krause visited their kids in Eau Claire and Stevens Point over the weekend. They also attended a bridal shower for Beth Baer . On Saturday, the Krauses went to the Badgers vs. Michigan State football game in Madison. It was UW’s homecoming game.

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H A R D WO R K I N G • H O N E S T K N OW L E D G E A B L E Your continued support is appreciated Paid for by Jeanine Chell

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potluck the second Wednesday of each month. Hope all of you can join us on the next potluck.

Our next evening meal will be on Thursday, Nov. 1. The menu will be beef stew, biscuit, salad bar and apple pie. Call 715-349-2845 for reservations.

Some of our snowbirds are already talking about their leaving dates.

We wish all of our snowbirds a good healthy winter and look forward to

Nona Severson your returns next spring.

Our 500 winners were Arvid Pearson, Dave Peterson, Virginia Wassermann Inez Pearson and Ralph Groves. Spade winners were Rich Hustad, Tony Rutter, Anke Olesen, Sue Newberger and Arnie Borchert.

Enjoy the last few days of fall and hope to see you at the center.

CATCH BEVER FEVER! I will represent EVERYONE in the 28th District, listening to constituents over special interests and partisan politics.

WE CAN DO BETTER! VOTE ADAM BEVER NOV. 6 FOR 28TH DISTRICT ASSEMBLY Paid for by Bever4Assembly, Dave Sarow, Treasurer

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Veterinarian donates to Luck FFA Dr. Greg Palmquist, owner and veterinarian at Grantsburg Animal Hospital and Frederic Veterinary Clinic,l presented a $737 donation to Superintendent Rick Palmer, FFA Adviser Tom Wesle, and members of the Luck FFA on Friday, Oct. 26. The Luck FFA also received a $500-plus donation from Dr. Glenn Pearson, DVM, of Dairy Pharm & Diagnostic Services of Frederic. The donations were made as a part of the Phizer Animal Health Program. In an effort to develop agricultural leaders of the future, these donations are being given to the local FFAs. The funds will be used by the Luck FFA to sponsor students who will attend the state and national FFA conventions, as well as other agricultural workshops. Pictured back row (L to R): Max Dehmer, Jade Schallenberger, Anna Christensen, Ava RuhnPouliot, Autumn Hermansen, Aviana Hulett, Ivy Dyer and Erin Engstrand. Middle row: Parker Steen, Luke Christensen, Austin Holdt, Jared Hunter, Casey Ogilvie, Austin Holm, Rachel Sanford, Larissa Succo, Sheridan Hulett, Palmer, Palmquist and Wesle. Front row: Zach Lindberg, Tim Wortman, Clayton Dehmer, Lane Moser, Steven Holdt and Jessica Mattson. - Photo submitted

Unity students ae college bound

Members of the Unity junior class participated in the Wisconsin Education Fair held at UW- Barron County in Rice Lake. Students were able to visit with representatives from colleges throughout the Midwest. Comments heard on the way home, “I never knew you could major in ...” “I want to go to ...” and “After high school, I plan to ..." Neil Kline and Danielle Mares are pictured with the admissions representative from UW-Madison, (top right photo) and Nicole Bystrom, (bottom right photo), was learning more about opportunities on campus. – Photo submitted

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Amery FFA members place second in the nation

Dairy cattle evaluation and management event brings Wisconsin youth into the national spotlight

INDIANAPOLIS – The Amery FFA chapter recently competed for national recognition in a career development event at October’s 85th National FFA Convention on Wednesday, Oct. 24, and Thursday, Oct. 25.

The Amery FFA chapter sent members to Indianapolis to vie for national honors in the area of dairy cattle evaluation and management. FFA members who represented the chapter in the contest included senior Ethan Dado, junior Laura Jensen, sophomore Trent Dado and sophomore Chelsey Jensen. The chapter advisor is Derrick Meyer.

With a second-place national finish, the team earned the right to represent Wisconsin FFA at the international judging competition at the Royal Highlands Show in Scotland next June. Fundraising for the team’s travel will begin shortly.

Topping 172 competitors in the national contest for overall top honors was Trent Dado. His top score consisted of placing six classes of cattle, delivering three sets of oral reasons, and completing a written test on the dairy industry Placing third in the nation was brother and teammate Ethan Dado, followed closely by teammate Laura Jensen in fourth. Chelsey Jensen also ranked in the top third of the contestants; therefore each team member earned an individual gold medal and the team earned gold as well, ranking second in the nation. Only six of the 43 teams had all four teammates earn gold.

Trent was also the high individual at Wisconsin’s state FFA contest, where the team qualified to compete in Indianapolis.

At the national contest he had the top written test score, a feat he repeated from the state FFA contest. Incidentally, he also had the highest written test score (tie) at the Wisconsin State Fair’s Premier Exhibitor contest. He will be competing in Louisville this weekend at the North American International Livestock Exposi-

tion in the National 4-H Dairy Bowl contest, after qualifying at the state contest earlier this year.

Ethan will continue his judging in Louisville as well, as a member of Wisconsin’s 4-H team and will be joined again by teammate Laura Jensen and two additional Wisconsin 4-H members. Laura will be competing on Saturday, Nov. 3, in Louisville on the 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl team and then on Sunday, Nov. 4, in the dairy judging contest. Ethan competed at the National 4-H Quiz Bowl contest last year and his team took home the national championship, so Louisville has been good to Polk County juniors.

Trent Dado, son of Rick and Gwen Dado, is a sophomore at Amery High School and plays football and wrestles. He is active in 4-H and was the sectional FFA Creed Speaking Contest winner. He lives and works on his family’s Holstein dairy operation in Amery. He serves as the Amery FFA parliamentarian and plays the trombone in Amery’s marching band.

Ethan was the eighth high individual at the 2011 Wisconsin FFA Dairy Judging Contest. Two years ago, he was a member of Wisconsin’s top 4-H dairy judging. He serves as president of Amery FFA and is a valuable member of Amery’s track and cross-country teams. He was recently named Amery High School’s homecoming king and plays the trumpet in Amery’s marching band.

Junior Laura Jensen, daughter of Neil and Janice Jensen, attends Amery High School and plays basketball. She lives on Idle Gold Farm in Comstock where they have Guernseys and Holsteins. She exhibited the junior champion Guernsey heifer at the 2011 Wisconsin Junior State Fair and was the Supreme Showman at the 2012 Polk County Fair. Jensen also placed second in the state at the 2011 Wisconsin FFA Creed Speaking Contest and is the Amery FFA secretary. Jensen also is in the Amery marching band and plays alto saxophone.

The Amery band will be participating in the Big Bay Balloon Parade and the Holiday Bowl in San Diego, Calif., in December.

Chelsey Jensen’s parents, Trent and LeAnn, have a Guernsey herd, Golden J, and reside in Amery. She also competes with her dogs and at the state 4-H agility

The Amery FFA chapter sent members to Indianapolis to vie for national honors in the area of dairy cattle evaluation and management. FFA members who represented the chapter in the contest included senior Ethan Dado, junior Laura Jensen, sophomore Chelsey Jensen and sophomore Trent Dado. - Photo submitted show. Her dog, Snickers, earned first in class and was high dog in trial. Chelsey also serves as an Amery FFA officer; she is the junior advisor. Chelsey has been competing with the Amery FFA Quiz Bowl team that has gone to state for three years.

This year she will be coaching the Amery Middle School FFA Quiz Bowl team.

In addition to the dairy evaluation team doing well, Jessica Pralle of OsseoFairchild won the dairy-handlers event at the National FFA Convention. Pralle was the Reserve Champion Supreme Showperson at the Wisconsin State Fair Junior Show in 2012. Pralle is the daughter of Pam Selz Pralle and Scott Pralle, Holstein breeders in Clark County.

Dairy cattle evaluation and management is one of 24 career development event areas, covering job skills in everything from communications to mechanics.

Members put the skills learned in their high school agricultural education classes to use in a practical manner. Participants evaluate multiple classes of dairy cattle and present oral reasons for their selections. Teams work together to develop a comprehensive management plan for a farm described in a given scenario. CDEs

help students develop the abilities to think critically, communicate clearly, and perform effectively in a competitive job market.

“This event develops members’ skills in observation, analysis and evaluation, thus educating future industry leaders in agricultural business management, economics and leadership,” said Melissa Dunkel, CDE education specialist.

The National FFA Organization, formerly known as the Future Farmers of America, is a national youth organization of 540,739 student members – all preparing for leadership and careers in the science, business and technology of agriculture – as part of 7,489 local FFA chapters in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. The National FFA Organization changed to its present name in 1988, in recognition of the growth and diversity of agriculture and agricultural education. The FFA mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education.

Visit ffa.org for more information. - submitted

WHAT’S FOR LUNCH???

LOCATION

Menu

FREDERIC GRANTSBURG Each building will have their own breakfast menu.

NOVEMBER 5 - NOVEMBER 9

MONDAY

TUESDAY

BREAKFAST Breakfast pizza.

LUNCH Mini corn dogs, baked beans, baby carrots, dip OR chicken-strip salad.

BREAKFAST

Combo bar.

WEDNESDAY Tastries.

BREAKFAST

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

BREAKFAST Waffle snacks.

LUNCH Pizza dippers, dipper sauce, green beans OR chicken-taco salad.

BREAKFAST Breakfast bites.

LUNCH Taco max snacks, assorted toppings, corn OR ham salad.

LUNCH Ham stacker, bun, potato chips, fresh fruit, Romaine lettuce OR turkey salad.

LUNCH Grilled cheese, tomato soup, celery, dip, peanut butter (9-12) OR buffalo chicken salad.

LUNCH Chicken burger with fixings, potato smiles, fresh veggies, dip, applesauce, apple, orange.

LUNCH Chicken chow mein, baked brown rice, Chinese noodles, steamed broccoli, corn, pineapple tidbits, apple, orange.

LUNCH Meatball sub, baked potato, baked beans, fresh grapes, apple, oranges.

LUNCH Brunch For Lunch: Cinnamon roll K8, pancakes HS, sausage, hash browns, banana, juice, apple, orange

LUNCH Pizza, salad, sliced carrots, fresh pear, apple, orange.

BREAKFAST

BREAKFAST Fresh-baked muffin.

LUNCH Entrees: Choose 1 - Mini corn dogs OR yogurt, cheese stick and wholegrain crackers, seasoned pinto beans, salad greens, chilled pears, apple.

BREAKFAST Breakfast pizza.

LUNCH Entrees: Choose 1 - Chicken patty on a bun OR PB & jelly sandwich, tater tots, steamed carrots, chilled pear sauce, banana.

BREAKFAST

LUNCH Entrees: Choose 1 - Nacho supreme, tortilla chips OR turkey/ cheese on a bun, broccoli, salad greens, peach sauce, fresh melon.

BREAKFAST Cinnamon roll.

LUNCH Entrees: Choose 1 - Popcorn chicken bowl OR ham/cheese on a whole-grain bun, mashed potatoes, steamed green peas, pineapple sauce, watermelon.

Donut.

Egg muffin.

EARLY RELEASE

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LUNCH Entrees: Choose 1 - Sausage and cheese pizza OR ham/cheese on a bun, orange juice, green beans, salad greens, applesauce/grapes.

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BREAKFAST Breakfast pizza.

LUNCH Chicken nuggets, potato wedges, peas, squash, mixed fruit. Alt.: Beef stew and bread sticks.

BREAKFAST Waffles and sausage.

LUNCH Turkey gravy, mashed potatoes, biscuits, green beans, peaches. Alt.: Tuna sandwich.

BREAKFAST Cheese omelet, potatoes and toast.

LUNCH Baked potato bar, ham, cheese, broccoli, applesauce. Alt.: Ravioli.

BREAKFAST Blueberry muffin and yogurt.

LUNCH Chicken fajitas, lettuce salad, carrots, pears. Alt.: Ham & cheese sandwich.

BREAKFAST Egg, ham & cheese muffin.

LUNCH Sloppy joe, bun, macaroni salad, baked beans, pineapple, oranges, brownies. Alt.: Fish wedge, french fries.

UNITY

BREAKFAST Omelet and toast.

LUNCH Chili OR yogurt, whole-grain bread, veggies, fruit and milk.

BREAKFAST Whole-grain waffles.

LUNCH Mini corn dogs, squash, veggies, fruit and milk.

BREAKFAST Lumberjacks.

LUNCH Chicken bowl, poatoes, corn, veggies, fruit and milk.

BREAKFAST French toast sticks.

LUNCH Grilled cheese, tomato soup, crackers, veggies, fruit and milk.

BREAKFAST Ham/egg combo.

LUNCH Pulled pork, bun OR PBJ Uncrustable, steamed carrots, veggies, fruit and milk.

WEBSTER

LUNCH Spaghetti with whole-wheat noodles and meat sauce, spinach salad, whole-wheat bread stick, pears, apples.

LUNCH Cook’s choice OR meat loaf, baby red potatoes, squash, pineapple, apple.

LUNCH Fish fillet, green beans, broccoli slaw or chicken-barley soup with veggies, salad, applesauce, banana.

LUNCH Burrito, black-bean salsa (cowboy salsa), mixed greens salad, cheddar Sun Chips, peaches, apples.

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LIBRARY NEWS St. Croix Falls Public Library Pajama After Hours Pajama After Hours at the St. Croix Falls Elementary School is Thursday, Nov. 29, 6 – 7 p.m. Kids, families and educators reading together.

Local author to speak Seeking Lake Superior with the Brothers Helluvit on Thursday, Nov. 15, 7 p.m.

Life is an adventure – especially when you’re local author Phil Peterson! Come to the library to hear his delightful story of adventure.

Adult computer and hobby winter courses All courses are free. Please register by call 715-483-1777 or sign up online at stcroixfallslibrary.org.

Basic Computing. Thursday, Nov. 1 – Thursday, Nov. 8, 10:30 a.m. – noon. Basic tips and tricks for light/new computer users…**A prerequisite to further computer classes. Call to register.

Microsoft Word 2010. Thursday or Friday, Nov. 15 or 16, 10:30 a.m. – noon.

Internet – you can do it. Thursday, Nov. 29 or Thursday, Dec. 6, 10:30 a.m – noon.

Internet basics: sites, e-mail, and searches.

Facebook and Twitter. Thursday, Dec. 13, 10:30 a.m. – noon or Saturday, Dec. 15, 1 – 2:30 p.m.

Origami. Tuesday, Nov. 13, 6:30 p.m.

This is a course for adults at any level of origami with instructor Kim Valleen. Materials provided.

Franken-mitten. Tuesday, Nov. 27, 6:30 p.m. Create fantastically warm and whimsical mittens from recycled sweaters! Materials provided. All ages – basic stitching and cutting know-how a must.

Altered books. Tuesday, Dec. 4, 6:30 p.m. See what you can do with an old book. This class will get you started – make a journal, a secret stash box, an elaborate picture frame. Teens and adults – materials provided.

Comic and graphic arts cookbooks. Informational meeting Wednesay, Nov. 19, 6 p.m. Artists and foodies of all ages and artistic abilities are invited to create a collaborative cookbook using visual media and text. All made possible through the Ezra Jack Keats Foundation. Come to this meeting and find out more.

Make a wish come true for the library The Friends of the Library invite you to add to the library collection by purchasing book(s) on their Amazon wish list.

The book you purchase for the library is a tax-deductible gift from you and it will ship directly to the library. Check it out on the library Web site, or visit the library. Together, we can fulfill every wish on the list.

Free tutoring for all levels K-12 available Free tutoring for all levels now available on After School Wednesdays! Stop in and meet Brittany, our volunteer tutor on Wednesdays beginning in November.

Brittany is a licensed teacher with a strong background in upper-level science, biology and chemistry. She loves a wide range of subjects and is enthusiastic to work with all ages in many topics from math to language to the sciences. Preregistration for tutoring required. Call 715-483-1777 or e-mail czrostlik@stcroixfallslibrary.org.

After-school Wednesdays are back School’s Out is SCFPL’s after-school program for kids 8-plus. Meet friends, get homework help and hang out at the library every Wednesday, September through June. Take bus No. 9 down to the library on Wednesday afternoons with a note from your parent or guardian. Check out our new after-school clubs – Kids Book Club first Wednesdays of the month: Nov. 7: “From the Mixed-up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler,” by E.L. Konigsburg, Dec. 5: “Gregor the Overlander,” by Suzanne Collins. Artists Club - Fourth Wednesdays: We’re making comics Oct. 17 and Nov. 21. All club meetings include a snack.

Kids’ Art Club.

Kids’ Art Club will begin Friday, Nov. 21, 4 p.m. We’re cooking up comic recipes. Learn about what you need to do to submit a kids’ entry to our community art project.

Anime Club Anime Club will be held Mondays, 4-5 p.m. Draw, discuss and discover Japanese comic arts. Kids 10-plus.

Story hour Listen to stories, create art and have fun with other kids and parents every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m.

Individual help for basic computer questions Mondays from 1-3 p.m., bring your own laptop; check out a library laptop or workstation. Call ahead to ensure availability.

Check out the Web site It has up-to-date information on what’s happening at the library and other useful library tools you can use at home, stcroixfallslibrary.org. Look for us on Facebook.

Hours The library is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday and new extended Saturday hours, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

715-483-1777.

E-mail: scflibrary@stcroixfallslibrary.org Online: stcroixfallslibrary.org.

Milltown Public Library Computer basics Open lab for beginners is available on Mondays at 1 and 2 p.m. Sign up for an hour-long session at the circulation desk or call 715-825-2313.

Morning story time Morning story time is held every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. Join the group for a half hour of stories, singing and fun. Designed for toddlers and preschool-aged youth.

Create and Connect This programs is an all-ages art and social night. A great night for the while family to choose stories together, to exercise creative energies and to maybe even hear a story or two.

Did you know?

Besides the myriad of books in all genres and reading levels, the library also has oodles of movies, books on audio, and even e-books and e-audiobooks. Check out our upcoming programming and wares anytime at milltownpubliclibrary.org or stop in to browse the collec-

Frederic Public Library Book groups meet in November The evening book group will meet Thursday, Nov. 8, at 6:30 p.m., to talk about “The Florist’s Daughter,” a memoir

by Minnesota poet Patricia Hampl who revisits her midwestern girlhood as a child growing up in St. Paul. The Thursday Morning book group will meet Thursday, Nov. 29, at 10 a.m., to discuss “The Power and the Glory,” by Graham Greene, a penetrating exploration of corruption and atonement through a priest and the people he encounters. Copies are available at the library and new members are always welcome.

School’s out - movie marathon at the library The library will host a day of movies and activities Monday, Nov. 12, since there is no school for Frederic students that day. New PG and PG-13 releases will be shown at the following times: 10:15 a.m., “Madagascar 3,” 93 minutes; noon, “Marvel’s The Avengers,” 143 minutes; and 2:30 p.m., “The Hunger Games,” 143 minutes. Movies and refreshments are free, so come and join the fun.

Yikes! Eight weeks until Christmas Looking for some great holiday ideas?

Thinking of starting some new traditions?

The library has craft books, decorating books, cookbooks, music, holiday movies and seasonal stories – and if you want more, the online catalog offers more than 9,000 items with the word “Christmas” somewhere in the description. Homemade gifts or treats from the kitchen always make welcome gifts, so get a head start on the holidays by checking out our collection of materials.

Poet LaMoine MacLaughlin to visit Tuesday, Nov. 27 The library welcomes poet LaMoine MacLaughlin of Amery, who will be reading from his most recent book of poems, “Secrets from the Wings,” on Tuesday, Nov. 27, at 7 p.m. Books will also be available for sale and signing by the author.

The event will be hosted by the Friends of the Frederic Library, and refreshments will be served. Take some time for yourself during the busy holiday season and spend a relaxing hour at the library.

It’s the second-annual gingerbread house event We had so much fun last year that we’re doing this again, so turn on your ovens and get out your rolling pins. The Frederic Library is hosting a gingerbread house contest and display during December for children and adults. Stop in to get the contest rules or find them on the library Web site. Entries will be accepted Friday, Nov. 30, Saturday, Dec. 1, or Monday, Dec. 3.

“Big Eddie,” son of Nick and Andrea Lundquist, is very pleased with his amazing decorating results. at 10:30 a.m., with activities for preschoolers and their caregivers. If you are interested in reading to the children, we welcome you. Please talk to a librarian to choose a date, and we will supply the materials.

Computer concerns? Gizmo questions?

Bring in your technology questions and we will help you find the answers. We can also show you how to download free e-books. If you have questions about terminology, Internet, e-mail, Facebook, or anything else computer-related, talk to us.

Everyday savings at the library The wireless Internet access is free, the fresh, hot coffee is free, the daily newspaper is free, your library card is free, and borrowing materials is free. Stop in to learn what libraries are all about and what we can do for you.

Library board meeting The Frederic Library Board of Trustees will meet Monday, Nov. 5, at 6 p.m. at the library.

How to know what we know Find us on Facebook at Frederic Public Library. The Web site is fredericlibrary.org.

E-mail us at library@fredericlibrary.org. Frederic Public Library, 127 Oak St. W., 715-327-4979. Library hours are Monday through Friday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Story time for preschoolers is held every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday morning story time Story time runs Wednesday mornings

tions. You can also find the Milltown Public Library on Facebook and Twitter.

Join the Friends of the Library The next meeting will be held on Thursday, Nov. 8, at 6:30 p.m. Anyone can be a member and can help in many ways.

Building project The Milltown Public Library has formed a building committee to investigate possibilities for the library to grow in the future. A pledge campaign is under way if you would like to pledge, contribute or volunteer please contact the library at the phone number or e-mail listed below.

Hours and information Phone: 715-825-2313, open Monday through Thursday 10 a.m-7 p.m, Friday 10 a.m-5 p.m, and Saturday 10 a.m-2 p.m.

E-mail milltownpl@milltownpublic library.org. Fresh coffee and fast Wi-Fi are served every day.

Frederic Library held a School’s Out Pumpkin Party Monday, Oct. 22, with activities for kids of all ages. Gratitude is extended to Doug and Becky Amundson for growing and donating many pumpkins for the event. – Photos submitted

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CHURCH NEWS Children’s Remembrance Service to be held Sunday, Nov. 4 MILLTOWN – North Valley Lutheran Church of rural Milltown on CTH G by 200th Street is hosting its annual Children’s Remembrance Service on Sunday, Nov. 4, at 4 p.m. The featured speaker will be Debra White, of Milltown, whose son, Roy Donald, died when he was 8 years old.

Pastor Maggie Isaacson, of North Valley, had a family death in 2002; her nephew died at the age of 16. Since then, she has been acutely aware of people who have lost a child, and how this impacts the entire family. The remembrance service pro-

vides a way to remember your loved one.

A mother who attended said it felt comfortable and supportive to be there, because everyone attended for the same reason. Those attending are encouraged to bring a flower to add to a bouquet of remembrance and also to bring pictures to share.

Plan to attend this service to pay tribute to your loved one. A time of refreshment and fellowship will be held after the service. For more information, please contact Pastor Maggie at North Valley at 715-8253559. - submitted

Bone Lake Lutheran Church news Mike Boland was also baptized at Bone Lake Lutheran Church

by Pastor Mary Ann Bowman on Sunday, Oct. 14. His parents are Chris and Kirstin Boland and his sister is Ann. Mike is wrapped in his new prayer blanket that was made by the Sunday school children. His sponsors are Samantha and Michael Boland.

Siren church open Nov. 12-19 to collect gifts for Operation Christmas Child SIREN - While many local families are busy with holiday activities, some volunteers are focused on filling empty shoeboxes with school supplies, toys, hygiene items and notes of encouragement for needy kids overseas.

Area families are participating in the world’s largest Christmas project of its kind – Operation Christmas Child – an effort that has hand delivered almost 100 million gifts to kids in desperate situations since 1993.

This year-round project of Samaritan’s Purse is coming to its peak, as local businesses, churches and schools prepare to collect gift-filled shoeboxes during National Collection Week, Nov. 12-19. You can drop off your shoebox gifts at Siren Covenant Church, 7686 Lofty Pines Drive, to help kids in 100 countries know they are loved and not forgotten.

Hours Monday, Nov. 12, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Tuesday, Nov. 13, 1 to 5 p.m.; Wednesday, Nov. 14, 5 to 7 p.m.; Thursday, Nov. 15, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Friday, Nov. 16, 5 to 7 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 17, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 18, 9 a.m. to noon; and Monday, Nov. 19, 9 a.m. to noon.

Operation Christmas Child, a project of international Christian relief and evangelism organization Samaritan’s Purse, uses whatever means necessary to reach suffering children around the world with these gifts of hope, including sea containers, trucks, trains, airplanes, boats, camels and dogsleds. Tracking technology also allows donors to “follow” their box to the destination country where it will be hand delivered to a child in need.

To register shoebox gifts and find out the destination country, use the Follow Your Box donation form found at samaritanspurse.org/occ.

How to get involved Prepare: Enlist families, churches, Scout troops, community groups and businesses to take part in creating shoebox gifts for needy children worldwide.

Pack: Fill shoeboxes with school supplies, toys, necessity items and a letter of encouragement. Step-by-step shoebox packing instructons are available at samaritanspurse.org/occ.

If you have any questions, you may call Sandy Wickman, Relay Center coordinator, at 715-349-8754 or Siren Covenant Church, 715-349-5601. - submitted

News from the Pews at Pilgrim Lutheran Church

Those affirming their faith were (L to R): Dylan Strait, son of Denise; Kinzie Matz, daughter of Glenn and Shari; Pastor Paul; Emily Amundson, daughter of Doug and Becky, and Kody Menke, son of Jim and Judy. Each student designed the stole that they wore around their neck with symbols of important areas of their lives. Those participating in the laying on of hands came forward. Hands were laid on the heads of each student and a prayer was offered. Those participating were family, friends, sponsors or godparents. Right after worship, everyone went to the fellowship hall for cake and coffee and to congratulate the confirmands. During worship, Dylan was baptized and his sponsors were Deneen Strait and Scott Johnson. – Photo submitted Students affirmed their baptism on Reformation Sunday, Oct. 28, at Bone Lake Lutheran Church. Shown (L to R) are confirmands Julia Buck, Whitney Rock, Brittany Sanford, Markell Ramich, Pastor Mary Ann Bowman, Jared Hunter and Christopher Kuechenmeister.

FREDERIC – On Sunday, Oct. 28, Reformation Sunday, four students from the congregation made public affirmation of their baptism as they were confirmed. All students had completed two years of instruction in the Lutheran faith using Luther’s Catechism book.

What a beautiful day it was on Saturday, Oct. 13, to celebrate Pilgrim’s sixthannual harvest dinner event. All the preparations prior to the event were a time of bonding with fellow members of the church and getting to know one another better, and the end result was sharing God’s harvest in the form of a meal. The youth did a fine job with their responsibil-

ity of being the waitstaff. Gratitude goes to all the people who donated food items, those who worked at various jobs and those who prayed for a successful event and to the public for attending to help make it a success.

Pilgrim invites everyone to join them for Sunday morning worship at 10:30 a.m.

For more information about the church or coming events, please call the church office at 715-327-8012; the secretary is in the office on Monday and Friday from 9 a.m. until noon. You can also go to their Web site pilgrimlutheranfrederic.org or check out other activities on FaceBook. - submitted

PBREA to meet Monday, Nov. 8

Liberty Marie James was baptized into the Christian faith on Sunday, Oct. 14, at Bone Lake Lutheran Church. Her parents are Rick and Pam James and her big brother is Chase. Her sponsors are Justin and Tonja Carlstrom. - Photos submitted

ALPHA – You’re invited you to attend the next PBREA meeting Monday, Nov. 8, at Alpha Calvary Covenant Church in Alpha, just east of Grantsburg on Hwy. 70.

They meet about 11:30 a.m., have a short business meeting, then stay for the entertainment.

After the meeting, you are invited to

stay and hear about AARP insurance p l a n s .

All retired educators, administrators, and support staff are invited and encouraged to join them at their meetings.

Please call the local contact person to let them know you will be coming or contact Muriel Pfeifer 715-268-6578 by Sunday

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OBITUARIES/CHURCH NEWS

Thomas J. Isaak, 60, Luck, passed away suddenly on Oct. 25, 2012.

Tom was born in Kempten, Germany, on Jan. 19, 1952, to Charlotte Baur. He was raised by his grandparents until he joined his mother and her husband, Henry Isaak.

Tom grew up in West St. Paul where he adjusted to American life. He was in the Army during the Vietnam era serving in Germany. Tom was a Ford mechanic and in management. He wed Karen in 1988, and they later purchased the farm in Luck. He raised sheep and kept draft horses. He always thought life didn’t get any better than that.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charlotte and Henry Isaak.

Tom is survived by his wife, Karen; and his dog, Jax. Tom has many, many friends and family that will miss him deeply.

A gathering will be held at the Rowe Funeral Home in Luck on Thursday, Nov. 1, from 4 to 8 p.m.

Online condolences may be left at rowefh.com. Please return to this Web site for updated information or call Bruce Rowe at 715-472-2444. Rowe Funeral Home of Luck has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.

Joyce Elaine Kammerer Stewart

Joyce Elaine (Kammerer) Stewart, 88, passed away of heart failure on Oct. 26, 2012, at Comforts of Home in Frederic.

Joyce was born in Racine on Feb. 20, 1924, the youngest of three children born to Leland and Clara Kammerer.

She graduated from Park High School in 1942. She was united in marriage to Alexander (Jake) Gerald Stewart on April 22, 1950, and together they had two daughters, Pamela and Nancy.

She worked for many years in the offices at Dumore and J.I. Case.

Joyce was a loving wife and mother and enjoyed the companionship of a large and wonderful circle of family and friends. She was a masterful Bridge player and made an art out of finding a bargain. She loved to have fun and had an eye for mischief. She was an avid reader and golfer.

She will be sorely missed by her surviving family; husband, Alexander Stewart of Frederic; daughters, Pamela Scheible (Steve) of Eau Claire and Nancy Stewart (Jeff Peterson) of Luck; grandchildren, Mark Scheible of Madison, Lindsey Dahlke (Brian) of Windsor, Colo., Jacob Scheible of Minocqua and Arianne Stewart Peterson of Barron; great-grandchildren, Carson and Breckyn Dahlke and Payton Scheible; nephew, Lee Kammerer of Racine; and many other nieces and nephews.

Gail (Bierbrauer) Peterson, 77, died Oct. 25, 2012.

A private family service will be held at the Rowe FuGail was born Feb. 4, 1935. She is survived by her husneral Home in Frederic. The family requests memorials band, Charles Peterson Jr.; daughters, to the Myositis Association in lieu of flowers. Online conDawn, Susan and Brenda; son, dolences may be left at rowefh.com or wicremationcenCharles; brothers, Dwight, Cecil, ter.com.

George and Howard; seven grandchilRowe Funeral Home of Frederic and the Northwest dren, Daryl, Serena, Deedra, David, Wisconsin Cremation Center in Milltown have been enNichole, Danielle and Alixandra; 15 trusted with funeral arrangements. great-grandchildren, Justice, Destiny, Shyanne, Enrique, Chloe, Darren, Rowen, Madeline, Daveon, Aubrey, Lexus, Kendra, Tristan, Andrea and Kea. Beverly Ann Java Brunberg, 56, Grantsburg, lost her life She was preceded in death by her father, George Bierbrauer; mother, Irene; brother, Terrence; sisters, Geral- in a tragic car accident on Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012.

Beverly was born April 22, 1956, to dine, Gloria, Georgia, Caroline and Darlene.

Gail was a most loving and giving person. She gave of Kenneth and Dorothy Java in Frederic. herself freely. She loved life and loved living it. She will She grew up in Frederic and gradube sadly missed by family and all who knew her. We will ated from Frederic High School in 1974. She married Albert Brunberg always love you.

A celebration of Gail’s life will be held at the Sundown and had a daughter, Marti.

Throughout the years, Bev took in Bar in Lewis, on Sunday, Nov. 4, at noon.

The Anderson Funeral Home, St. Paul, Minn., was en- numerous foster children. Through trusted with arrangements. this process they adopted their sons, Brandon and Robert.

Bev was a loving and helpful spirit who enjoyed every minute of life, from family card Don M. Dechon, 74, Siren, died Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, nights, to mornings in the garden, or just drinking coffee on the deck and always had her beloved pets at her side. in Yuma, Ariz.

Beverly was preceded in death by her mother, Dorothy; Don was born Jan. 16, 1938, in Minneapolis, Minn. He served in the Air Force Jan. 31, 1955, through Jan. 30, 1963. former husband, Albert; and foster son, Jeremy Pierre.

She is survived by her daughter, Marti Hermansen; He was preceded in death by his mother, Fay Stengel; sons, Brandon and Robert Brunberg; granddaughters, wife, JoAnn Dechon; and brother, Rex Dechon Jr. He is survived by his father, George Stengel; children, Lillie, Shaniya and Shariona; grandsons, Torionte’ and Carmen Wagner, Yance Dechon, Dawn Antonson, Rod- Tyler; father, Kenneth (Sonja) Java; siblings, Marcia (Jon) ney Dechon, Josh Dechon and Colton Dechon; and nine Anderson, Michael (Shelley) Java, Ruth (Duane) Picknell and Mark (Tammy) Java; many nieces and nephews; her grandchildren.

Memorials may be sent to Carmen Wagner, 2719 South “borrowed kids” and tons of extended family.

Funeral services were held at the Bethany Lutheran Avenue A, Yuma, Ariz. 85364.

Church in Branstad on Tuesday, Oct. 30, with Pastor Jay Ticknor officiating. Music was provided by vocalists Ruth Picknell and Bill Java.

Online condolences may be left at rowefh.com or Shirley Ann Engen, 87, Culpeper, Va., went home to be wicremationcenter.com. Please continue to check these with the Lord Oct. 25, 2012.

Web sites for updated information or call Bruce Rowe at Shirley was a former teacher, and as such, she had an 715-327-4475. innovative, faith-based lesson plan for life.

Rowe Funeral Home of Frederic and the Northwest Shirley was born Aug.12, 1925, in Wisconsin to the late Wisconsin Cremation Center in Milltown have been enArnold and Ruth Johnson Biederman. In addition to her trusted with funeral arrangements. parents, she was predeceased by brothers and sisters.

Shirley was a beloved wife, mother and grandmother and is survived by her husband of 64 years, Harvey Engen, Culpeper, Va.; daughters, Sherrie Mack, Chicago, Ill., and Marcia Vixie, Wenatchee, Wa.; sons, Steve Engen, Culpeper, Va., and David Engen, Ogden, Utah; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

A memorial service was held at the Culpeper Christian Fellowship, in Culpeper, Va. on Sunday, Oct. 28. It is the family’s desire that memorial contributions be given to the Culpeper Christian Fellowship Building Fund.

Clore-English Funeral Home, Culpeper, Va., has been We would like to express a very heartfelt entrusted with these arrangements. thank-you to our family and friends for

Gail (Bierbrauer) Peterson

Dr. Richard David Estensen After serving his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, Dick was called home to heaven on Monday, Oct. 29, 2012.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mabel and Stanley, and parents-in-law, Ethel and Larry Selvig.

He is survived by his adoring wife of 55 years, Sherrill; his children, James Gammello (Linda), Rocco Gammello, John Estensen (Tammy) and David Estensen (Jody); and his grandchildren, Joseph, Cassie, Toni, Christian, Gunnar, Whitney and Barrett.

The family resided in Edina, Minn., for 30 years before retirement brought them to their lake home in Webster.

Dick received an undergraduate degree in premedicine, as well as a medical degree from Northwestern University, in Evanston, Ill., in 1956 and 1961, respectively. He served as a major at the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research, in Bethesda, Md., and as a clinical instructor at Georgetown University Medical School, prior to joining the University of Minnesota Medical School as a professor of pathology in 1969. Dick taught and conducted research – specializing in chemo prevention of cancer – at the University of Minnesota until 2008. Among many titles conferred upon him while at the University of Minnesota, he was an Elsa U. Pardee Foundation research professor and professor of cancer biology.

Memorials may be made to Heifer International, at 800698-2511 or heifer.org, or to the Spooner Wesleyan Church pastor’s fund for the needy.

Memorial service will be held Thursday, Nov. 1, at 11 a.m., at the Spooner Wesleyan Church, 1100 W. Maple, Spooner.

The Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home, Webster, 715-866-7131, swedberg-taylor.com, was entrusted with arrangements.

Beverly Ann Java Brunberg

Don M. Dechon

Alrose Agnes Beckmark Alrose Agnes Beckmark, 98, resident of Frederic Nursing and Rehab in Frederic, died Friday, Oct. 19, 2012.

Funeral services will be held at Grace Lutheran Church in West Sweden on Friday, Nov. 2. Visitation will begin at 10:30 a.m. followed by the service at 11 a.m.

Please continue to check the following Web sites for updated information or call Bruce Rowe at 715-327-4475.

Online condolences may be left at rowefh.com or wicremationcenter.com.

Rowe Funeral Home of Frederic and the Northwest Wisconsin Cremation Center in Milltown have been entrusted with funeral arrangements.

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A special thank-you to Pastor Merrill Olson for the comforting message, the ladies of Trade Lake Baptist Church for the wonderful lunch and our musicians and all the good care at Burnett Medical Continuing Care Center. Your kindness will be remembered always.

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Halloween party

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Cookie decorating was a popular activity. Lynn Schauls is shown on the left admiring a finished cookie.

Kaytlynn Peer, a cat, Kaylee Peer, Cinderella, and Ava Bastyr, a witch, enjoyed the activities at Frederic's 18th-annual Halloween party held Saturday, Oct. 27, at the elementary school.

Bubbles are fun, but shooting bubbles into the hole of the target required some serious concentration.

Morgan Otten, Chetek, was all smiles while in line for a game at the Halloween party in Frederic.

Sweets anyone? Wrapping the cotton candy seemed interesting as Dr. Cynthia Boykin and John Brickman served up the treat for Blake and Rita Fisk.

Photos by Paula Denn

Delores Duncan assisted children at the sucker tree Miss Sheryl's River City Cloggers from Taylors Falls, Minn., performed at this year's table during the Frederic Halloween Party held Saturday, Oct. 27, at the Frederic Elementary School.

Frederic Halloween party.

This year's event was dedicated to Fran Kurkowski, who died Thursday, Oct. 18. She had been a volunteer worker, donor, senior citizen organizer and friend of the Halloween party since it started 18 years ago.

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Community education celebrated

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LUCK — Luck School Community Education held its annual Community Education Day last Wednesday, Oct. 24, bringing in artists, businesses and organizations from the area to give students and community members an opportunity to learn new things. – Mary Stirrat

Volunteer Ray Johnson, right, provided students and community members at Luck’s Community Education Day with a chance to make a wooden disc ornament. From left are juniors Samantha Harvey, Darian Ogilvie and Austin Baker, with teacher Joe Bartylla.

Dean Dversdall talks with elementary students about the Ice Age Trail, a 1,000-mile National Scenic Trail that crosses the state of Wisconsin. Ice Age Trail volunteers are hoping to start a Summer Saunters group at Luck, allowing students to experience the trail during summer school. — Photo submitted

The versatile art of crochet is demonstrated by Alise Leguizam n, who will be offering a crochet class through Luck Community Education later this fall. She plans to use the scarf pattern she designed, shown in the photo, as the class project. – Photos by Mary Stirrat unless otherwise noted

Volunteer Ann Halla talks to kindergarteners in Mrs. Lori Pfaff’s class about good food at a table sponsored by the Natural Alternative.— Photo submitted Students in Rick Giller’s and Megan Challoner’s physical education classes learned some new dance steps from members of The Friendly Twirlers. Students from left are Angela Gore, Christopher Pouliot and Jeremiah Johnson. — Photo submitted

Matthew Gavinski enjoys a ride at a booth sponsored by Otter Creek Ranch, a horse farm south of Luck on Hwy. 46.

— Photo submitted

Eileen Gutzmer of Steps Studio, at right, instructs a group of Luck students in a dance routine.

Manfred Schoenauer, on keyboard, and Steve Vogt, harmonica, brought some lively music into the Luck School gym. Schoenauer is the owner of the Pipe Dream Center at Comstock, where he offers Luck Elementary School students filled the bleachers of the small gym to enjoy the music of Manfred Schoenauer and music lessons and concerts. He has produced two CDs of his music. Steve Vogt of the Pipe Dream Center.

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"Murder in the House of Horrors"

The absent-minded Professor Carlton, played by Darren Deal, is stopped from putting a pencil in his ear by his girlfriend Elena Neuman, played by Madison Main. Or maybe Elena is wondering if she can kill the professor with a pencil?

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The mysterious Gahiji Amun, played

by Julieta Di Piazza (right), and his sister Isis Amun, played by Brianna Phernetton, are interviewed by detective Lt. Dan Morrow in the Webster Spanish club’s production of "Murder in the House of Horrors." The production was a fundraiser for a Spanish club trip to Costa Rica this coming winter.

Photos by Sherill Summer

Think slide shows are boring? Most of the juicy action happened whenever there was a slide show in the production of "Murder in the House of Horrors" at the Webster school, Friday - Sunday, Oct. 26-28. Here the murderous Elena Neuman attempts to escape. But she doesn’t get away any more than she gets away with murder and the theft of the priceless jewel.

The media plays a big role in solving the mystery.

Reporter Russ Palmer, played by Danielle Formanek, does an astounding job of recapping the minute actions of each suspect, and the information is enough to solve the mystery.

M u s e u m guard Kayla Hatfield, or, uh, Mr. Hatfield, was unable to prevent a murder and the apparent theft of a valuable jewel but shows considerable talent spinning a gun as if it were a toy.

There has been a murder at the Hamilton Museum, and Lt. Dan M o r r o w, played by Tessa Schiller, is determined to solve the mystery.

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Remembering the past, looking to the future

Polk County Historical Society celebrates 75th anniversary

by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – Chief Dan Mosay welcomed people on the land that was his family’s home before the Europeans came.

People sang, some in Norwegian or Swedish, “A Sailor’s Greeting,” a song of longing of those newcomers. And after honoring past leaders, speakers presented new plans and new visions. The Polk County Historical Society celebrated its 75th anniversary Tuesday, Oct. 23, when 85 people gathered at the Indianhead Supper Club in Balsam Lake for a dinner and evening of sharing and entertainment.

The keynote speaker of the evening was Dr. Ellsworth Brown, director of the Wisconsin Historical Society, who complimented the society on its fine museum. He

Dorene Hensrickson entertained the crowd during the dinner at the Indianhead Supper Club with her piano playing. – Photo by Greg Marsten

Keynote speaker Dr. Ellsworth Brown, of the Wisconsin Historical Society, told of the links between places and stories of the region, and the importance of historical preservation. – Photo by Greg Marsten

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said a sense of place gives people their values. Willis Erickson was honored for his past work in giving new life to the society, as was Frank Werner who led the society from 1971 to 1992.

Before there was a dam on the Balsam Branch Creek and a large lake behind it, the Mosay family lived on the hill above the creek. This was the winter camp, Mosay said, close to water, fish and the maple trees that provided sweet sugar in the spring. He told of his father, Archie Mosay, an Ojibwe spiritual leader who lived 95 years in the area. Chief Mosay said that the creek and lake are named for the balsam fir, the native medicine tree.

Many of the early European settlers came to Polk County from Denmark, Norway and Sweden in the late 1800s. That heritage was remembered when Caroline Lenselink and Kathy Pedersen played psalmodikons, a onestringed musical instrument used in churches and schools. The words to “Hils fra mig derhjemme” in the languages of their parents were still remembered by many of the guests.

The Polk County Historical Society was formed in 1937 by five community leaders, JoAnn Hallquist of the society said. A start was made on preserving the heritage of the area. The society gained new activity in 1960 under the leadership of Willis Erickson, the county agricultural agent.

In a burst of activity, the society acquired two oneroom schoolhouses, the Lanesdale School now in Balsam Lake and the East Farmington School which is now the Red Schoolhouse on the fairgrounds.

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Owen Olson and his Fur Trading Friends provided music for the evening. – Photo by Gregg Westigard Rocka bill y Hall of Fame star Larry Phillipson entertained the crowd at the Polk County Historical Society’s 75th-anniversary celebration Oct. 23 in Balsam Lake. – Photo by Greg Marsten

Lake grew into the present Polk County Museum in 1976 when the county courthouse, built in 1899, was saved from demolition.

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The museum is now open from Memorial Day through Labor Day. The new HVAC system may allow a longer season in the future. And that new HVAC system means the museum will host a major exhibit in 2013, the Nye Bison Bones, a collection of 8,000-year-old bones found in southern Polk County in 1935. The bones could not be displayed here in the past because of concerns about temperature and humidity.

The present and the future The society is presently installing a new heating, ventilating and air-conditioning system at the museum. Future projects include a lighting system that filters out the harmful ultraviolet rays that damage colors. That project could cost almost $8,000.

The collection is being inventoried and plans are being made to install a security system to monitor the museum’s contents. The county owns the museum building and budgets $17,500 a year for building upkeep but the society raises the funds for museum operations and projects. In the past few years a fundraising effort led by Darrell and Rosalie Kittleson raised over $100,000 to build the addition Local historians JoAnn Hallquist (left) and David Knutson presented and install the eleva- an award to the late Willis Erickson’s wife, Elaine (right). Willis was intor that makes the strumental in the society’s advancement and in obtaining and saving museum handicap the famed Polk County Histrocial Museum, which was the former county courthouse. – Photo by Greg Marsten

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MINUTES OF THE

Dear Sara, The Town Board of the Town of Farmington passed rezoning of a piece of property in our township from residential to commercial on August 24, 1992, and according to Gary Spanel, was never recorded as approved by the Polk County Board. We are asking that this zoning change be approved now.

POLK COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

I have attached the minutes from that meeting and the approval of the zoning change. If you could approve this at your next County Board Meeting, we would appreciate it.

October 16, 2012 - 6:00 p.m.

The Town Board of Farmington

Chairman Johnson called the regular October 16, 2012, meeting of the Polk County Board of Supervisors to order at 6:00 p.m.

Chairman Johnson recognized Carole Wondra, County Clerk, for purposes of receiving evidence on proper notice. County Clerk informed the County Board that notice of the agenda was properly posted in three public buildings, published in the county's legal paper and posted on the county Web site the week of October 8, 2012. Chairman Johnson recognized Corporation Counsel, Jeffrey Fuge, for purposes of receiving legal opinion with respect to sufficiency of notice. The County Board received the verbal opinion of Corporation Counsel that the advance written notice posted and published as described by the County Clerk satisfied the applicable provisions of Wisconsin Open Meetings Law and notice provisions of County Board Rules of Order, however, as to amending the agenda, the board would need to suspend the rules requiring a 10-day notice.

Chairman Johnson recognized the County Clerk for purposes of taking roll call. The County Clerk took roll: 19 members present. Chairman Johnson announced that the Chair had granted Supervisor Neil Johnson an excused absence. Absent at roll call were Supervisor Scoglio, who joined the meeting immediately following roll call, Supvr. Nelson who joined the meeting at 6:15 p.m. and Supvr. Magnafici.

Chairman Johnson led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Supvr. Cockroft led the County Board in a time of reflection.

Chairman Johnson called for a motion to suspend the Rules of Order. Motion (Bergstrom/Luke) to suspend the Rules of Order to allow the final version of Resolution B to be distributed at this meeting, which would not meet the 10day notice required by the County Board Rules of Order. Motion carried by unanimous voice vote.

Chairman Johnson called for a motion to approve the consent agenda as published.

Motion (Schmidt/O'Connell) to approve the consent agenda, as published, which included adoption of Resolution 39-12 to Amend Zoning District Map for the Town of Farmington. Chairman Johnson called for voice vote. Motion to approve Consent Agenda, carried by unanimous voice vote.

Time was given for public comments.

Presentation by Marty Harding on the National Heritage Area Initiative.

Chairman Johnson presented the Chairman's Report.

Clerk Carole Wondra updated the board on the progress of the Midterm Redistricting Committee.

Time was given for committee questions and answers by the board members.

Chairman Johnson recognized Maggie Wickre for receipt of the Finance Manager’s Report.

Chairman Johnson recognized County Administrator Frey for receipt of the County Administrator's Report and a presentation on recommendations to the personnel policy.

Chairman called for a 10-minute break.

RESOLUTION 40-12

RESOLUTION TO HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE 2013 BUDGET PROPOSAL OF POLK COUNTY TO THE HONORABLE SUPERVISORS OF THE POLK COUNTY BOARD: WHEREAS, Section 65.90(1) Wisconsin Statutes, requires Polk County to annually formulate a budget and hold hearings on the proposed budget; and WHEREAS, consistent with Section 59.18(5), the County Administrator has prepared, presented and submitted to the Polk County Board of Supervisors, during the regular meeting of September 18, 2012, the proposed draft budget for fiscal year 2013; and WHEREAS, consistent with Polk County Policy No. 880, Budget Preparation and Execution, the respective county governing committees have reviewed the submitted 2013 Budget Proposal and made recommendations on amendments that they have deemed appropriate.

WHEREAS, consistent with Polk County Policy No. 880, Budget Preparation and Execution, the Finance Committee and the Personnel Committee have each reviewed the submitted proposed budget.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Polk County Board of Supervisors acknowledges receipt of the draft 2013 Budget Proposal, as submitted by the County Administrator and the recommendations on amendments of the various county governing committees, the Personnel Committee and Finance Committees.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Polk County Board of Supervisors shall hold a public hearing of the proposed 2013 budget at 7:00 p.m. during the course of its annual meeting on Tuesday, November 13, 2012, and that such public hearing shall be held at the County Boardroom at the Polk County Government Center, 100 Polk County Plaza, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Polk County Board of Supervisors receives the formulated budget, "2013 Budget Proposal of Polk County" as attached hereto and incorporated herein, for the purposes of conducting said public budget hearing.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Polk County Board of Supervisors directs the County Clerk to have published as a Class 1 notice a notice of public budget hearing, which such notice shall include a summary of the budget consistent with Section 65.90(3)(b) and notice that the proposed budget in detail is available for inspection at the office of the County Clerk and via Internet.

Funding amount and source: As Provided in Submitted, Received and Amended 2013 Budget Proposal of Polk County Date Finance Committee Advised: During the 2013 Budget Process.

Finance Committee Recommendation: Adoption, for Public Hearing.

Effective date: Upon Passage.

Date Submitted to County Board: October 16, 2012.

County Board Action: Adopted as amended.

Submitted Upon Recommendation by the County Administrator, Dana Frey.

Reviewed and recommended by: Dana Frey, County Administrator.

Reviewed, recommended and approved as to form by: Jeffrey B. Fuge, Corporation Counsel.

At its regular business meeting on October 16, 2012, the Polk County Board of Supervisors adopted the above-entitled resolution, Resolution 40-12: Resolution To Hold A Public Hearing On The 2013 Budget Proposal of Polk County. Adopted as amended by a unanimous voice vote.

William Johnson IV, County Board Chairperson.

Attest: Carole Wondra, Polk County Clerk.

Res. 40-12 - Chairman Johnson called to the floor Resolution 40-12, Resolution To Hold A Public Hearing On The 2013 Budget Proposal Of Polk County.

Motion (Engel/Stroebel) to approve said resolution. Admin. Frey addressed the resolution, noting the need for several amendments to the resolution.

Motion (Jepsen/Nelson) to amend Resolution 40-12 to amend the proposed budget for 2013 add $15,000 additional funding for the County Museum. Motion (Arcand/Cockroft) to move the previous question, motion carried by unanimous voice vote. A ballot vote was requested. Motion to add funding for the museum failed by a ballot vote of 9 Yes/12 No. Motion (Kienholz/Stroebel) to amend the proposed budget for 2013 for the Family Court (page 5 of committee reports) as incorporated in Resolution 4012 as follows: (Court Commissioner) Under Revenues, Other Financing Sources, insert "33,550."

Under Expenditures, Professional Services, strike "21,550" and insert "55,100."

Page 57, under Use of Fund Balance, add "Transfer to the Family Court: "33,550."

Amend all totals and the notice of public hearing accordingly.

Admin. Frey and Judge Anderson addressed the amendment. Motion to amend Resolution 40-12, carried by unanimous voice vote.

Motion (Masters/Hartung) to amend the proposed budget for publication for 2013 as incorporated in Resolution 40-12 as follows: (Technical Amendments) Human Services (pg. 31 of committee reports): 1. Under Revenues, Public Charge for Services, strike "1,298,171" and insert "1,323,171"; 2. Under Expenses, insert "Transfer 48,000"; and 3. Under Expenses, Professional Services, strike "2,990,683" and insert "2,967.683."

Asset Protection Fund (pg. 50 of committee reports): Under Revenues, Other Funding sources, strike "267,828" and insert "316,828."

RESOLUTION 39-12

RESOLUTION TO AMEND ZONING DISTRICT MAP FOR THE TOWN OF FARMINGTON TO THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF POLK WISCONSIN: WHEREAS, the Town of Farmington administers their own Zoning Ordinance; and WHEREAS, paragraph 3 of Wisconsin Statute Chapter 60.62 relating to town zoning authority, if exercising village powers, reads: "In counties having a county zoning ordinance, no zoning ordinance or amendment of a zoning ordinance may be adopted under this section unless approved by the county board;" and WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Farmington has approved the attached amendments to their Town Zoning District Map on August 24, 1992; and WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Farmington has approved the attached amendments to their Town Zoning District Map on July 5, 2004; and WHEREAS, the Polk County Board of Supervisors must also approve of the District Map Change.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Polk County Board of Supervisors hereby approves the attached Zoning District Map Amendments for the Town of Farmington.

Funding amount: N/A. Funding source: N/A. Finance Committee Recommendation: N/A. Effective date: Upon Passage & Publication.

Submitted and sponsored by the Land Information Committee: Kim A. O’Connell, Warren Nelson, James Edgell, Craig Moriak and Herschel Brown.

Reviewed and recommended by: Dana Frey, County Administrator.

Reviewed, recommended and approved as to form by: Jeffrey B. Fuge, Corporation Counsel.

At its regular business meeting on October 16, 2012, the Polk County Board of Supervisors adopted the above-entitled resolution, Resolution 39-12: Resolution To Amend Zoning District Map For The Town Of Farmington.

Adopted by a unanimous voice vote.

Dated this 17th day of October, 2012, at Polk County, Wisconsin.

William Johnson IV, County Board Chairperson.

Attest: Carole Wondra, Polk County Clerk.

Town of Farmington Debbie Swanson, Clerk/Treasurer 304 State Road 35 Osceola, WI 54020-4109 715-294-2370 Dennis Cottor, Chairman Tim Stelter, Supervisor Jim Connors, Supervisor September 25, 2012 Land Information Sara McCurdy, Director 100 Polk County Plaza/Suite 130 Balsam Lake, WI 54810 Amendment to Farmington's Zoning Dear Sara, The Town Board of the Town of Farmington passed rezoning of a piece of property in our township from commercial to residential on July 5, 2004, and according to Gary Spanel, was never recorded as approved by the Polk County Board. We are asking that this zoning change be approved now.

The property that was rezoned is 2.5 acres located in the NW 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of Section 22, T32N, R19W in Farmington.

I have attached the minutes from that meeting and the approval of the zoning change. If you could approve this change at your next County Board Meeting, we would appreciate it.

The Town Board of Farmington Town of Farmington Debbie Swanson, Clerk/Treasurer 304 State Road 35 Osceola, WI 54020-4109 715-294-2370 Dennis Cottor, Chairman Tim Stelter, Supervisor Jim Connors, Supervisor

Administration - Debt (pg. 47 of committee reports): Under Revenues, General Property Tax, strike "4,173,969" and insert "4,176,439;" and under Expenses, Debt Service, strike "4,213,969" and insert "4,216,439."

September 18, 2012 Land Information Sara McCurdy, Director 100 Polk County Plaza/Suite 130 Balsam Lake, WI 54810 Amendment to Farmington's Zoning

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Highway (pg. 44 of committee reports): Under Revenues, State Aids, strike "1,312,359" and insert "1,397,728."

Bridge Aid (draft publication): Insert "85,953."

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Corporation Counsel/Child Support (pg. 42 of committee reports): Under Revenue, State Aid strike "452,207" and insert "465,775" and under Revenue General Property Tax, strike "249,589" and insert "236,021."

Treasurer (pg. 15 of committee reports): Under Revenues, General Property Tax, strike "117,974 and insert "99,624" and under Revenues, State Aids, strike "92,000" and insert "110,350."

Administration (pg. 46 of committee reports): 1. Under Revenues. State Aids, strike "590,400" and insert "589,999�; 2. Under Expenses. Personnel, strike "592,778" and insert "626,397" and 3. Under Revenues, General Property Tax, strike "(3,068,124)" and insert "(3,038,676)."

Amend all totals and the notice for publication accordingly.

Motion to approve technical amendments to Resolution 40-12 carried by unanimous voice vote.

Chairman Johnson called for voice vote to adopt Resolution 40-12 as amended. Motion to approve Resolution 40-12 as amended, carried by unanimous voice vote. Resolution adopted.

RESOLUTION 41-12

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $1,865,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION PROMISSORY NOTES TO REFINANCE DEBT WHEREAS, the County Board of Supervisors hereby finds and determines that it is necessary, desirable and in the best interest of Polk County, Wisconsin (the "County"), to raise funds for the public purpose of paying the cost of refinancing certain outstanding obligations of the County, specifically its General Obligation Promissory Notes, dated September 1, 2005, (the "Refunded Obligations") (hereinafter the refinancing of the Refunded Obligations shall be referred to as the "Refunding"), and there are insufficient funds on hand to pay said cost; and WHEREAS, the County Board of Supervisors deems it to be necessary, desirable and in the best interest of the County to refund the Refunded Obligations for the purpose of achieving debt service cost savings; and WHEREAS, counties are authorized by the provisions of Section 67.12(12), Wisconsin Statutes, to borrow money and issue general obligation promissory notes to refinance their outstanding obligations; and WHEREAS, none of the proceeds of the general obligation promissory notes shall be used to fund the operating expenses of the general fund of the County or to fund the operating expenses of any special revenue fund of the County that is supported by the property taxes; and WHEREAS, it is the finding of the County Board of Supervisors that it is necessary, desirable and in the best interest of the County to sell the general obligation promissory notes to Stifel Nicolaus & Company, Inc. (the "Purchaser"), pursuant to the terms and conditions of its note purchase proposal attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by this reference (the "Proposal").

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the County Board of Supervisors of the County that: Section 1. Authorization and Sale of the Notes. For the purpose of paying the cost of the Refunding, there shall be borrowed pursuant to Section 67.12(12), Wisconsin Statutes, the principal sum of ONE MILLION EIGHT HUNDRED SIXTY-FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1,865,000) from the Purchaser in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Proposal. The Proposal is hereby accepted and the Chairperson and County Clerk or other appropriate officers of the County are authorized and directed to execute an acceptance of the Proposal on behalf of the County. To evidence the obligation of the County, the Chairperson and County Clerk are hereby authorized, empowered and directed to make, execute, issue and sell to the Purchaser for, on behalf of and in the name of the County, general obligation promissory notes aggregating the principal amount of ONE MILLION EIGHT HUNDRED SIXTY-FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1,865,000) (the "Notes") for the sum set forth on the Proposal, plus accrued interest to the date of delivery.

Section 2. Terms of the Notes. The Notes shall be designated "General Obligation Promissory Notes"; shall be issued in the aggregate principal amount of $1,865,000; shall be dated October 25, 2012; shall be in the denomination of $5,000 or any integral multiple thereof; shall be numbered R-1 and upward; and shall bear interest at the rates per annum and mature on December 1 of each year, in the years and principal amounts as set forth on the Pricing Summary attached hereto as Exhibit B-1 and incorporated herein by this reference. Interest is payable semi-annually on June 1 and December 1 of each year commencing on June 1, 2013. Interest shall be computed upon the basis of a 360-day year of twelve 30-day months and will be rounded pursuant to the rules of the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board. The schedule of principal and interest payments due on the Notes is set forth on the Debt Service Schedule attached hereto as Exhibit B-2 and incorporated herein by this reference (the "Schedule").

Section 3. Redemption Provisions. The Notes shall not be subject to optional redemption.

Section 4. Form of the Notes. The Notes shall be issued in registered form and shall be executed and delivered in substantially the form attached hereto as Exhibit C and incorporated herein by this reference.

Section 5. Tax Provisions.

(A) Direct Annual Irrepealable Tax Levy. For the purpose of paying the principal of and interest on the Notes as the same becomes due, the full faith, credit and resources of the County are hereby irrevocably pledged, and there is hereby levied upon all of the taxable property of the County a direct annual irrepealable tax in the years 2012 and 2013 for the payments due in the years 2013 and 2014 in the amounts set forth on the Schedule.

(B) Tax Collection. So long as any part of the principal of or interest on the Notes remains unpaid, the County shall be and continue without power to repeal such levy or obstruct the collection of said tax until all such payments have been made or provided for. After the issuance of the Notes, said tax shall be, from year to year, carried onto the tax roll of the County and collected in addition to all other taxes and in the same manner and at the same time as other taxes of the County for said years are collected, except that the amount of tax carried onto the tax roll may be reduced in any year by the amount of any surplus money in the Debt Service Fund Account created below.

(C) Additional Funds. If at any time there shall be on hand insufficient funds from the aforesaid tax levy to meet principal and/or interest payments on said Notes when due, the requisite amounts shall be paid from other funds of the County then available, which sums shall be replaced upon the collection of the taxes herein levied.

Section 6. Segregated Debt Service Fund Account.

(A) Creation and Deposits. There be and there hereby is established in the treasury of the County, if one has not already been created, a debt service fund, separate and distinct from every other fund, which shall be maintained in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.

Debt service or sinking funds established for obligations previously issued by the County may be considered as separate and distinct accounts within the debt service fund.

Within the debt service fund, there hereby is established a separate and distinct account designated as the "Debt Service Fund Account for $1,865,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, dated October 25, 2012" (the "Debt Service Fund Account") and such account shall be maintained until the indebtedness evidenced by the Notes is fully paid or otherwise extinguished. The County Treasurer shall deposit in the Debt Service Fund Account (i) all accrued interest received by the County at the time of delivery of and payment for the Notes; (ii) any premium not used for the Refunding which may be received by the County above the par value of

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the Notes and accrued interest thereon; (iii) all money raised by the taxes herein levied and any amounts appropriated for the specific purpose of meeting principal of and interest on the Notes when due; (iv) such other sums as may be necessary at any time to pay principal of and interest on the Notes when due; (v) surplus monies in the Borrowed Money Fund as specified below; and (vi) such further deposits as may be required by Section 67.11, Wisconsin Statutes.

(B) Use and Investment. No money shall be withdrawn from the Debt Service Fund Account and appropriated for any purpose other than the payment of principal of and interest on the Notes until all such principal and interest has been paid in full and the Notes canceled; provided (i) the funds to provide for each payment of principal of and interest on the Notes prior to the scheduled receipt of taxes from the next succeeding tax collection may be invested in direct obligations of the United States of America maturing in time to make such payments when they are due or in other investments permitted by law; and (ii) any funds over and above the amount of such principal and interest payments on the Notes may be used to reduce the next succeeding tax levy, or may, at the option of the County, be invested by purchasing the Notes as permitted by and subject to Section 67.11(2)(a), Wisconsin Statutes, or in permitted municipal investments under the pertinent provisions of the Wisconsin Statutes ("Permitted Investments"), which investments shall continue to be a part of the Debt Service Fund Account. Any investment of the Debt Service Fund Account shall at all times conform with the provisions of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the "Code") and any applicable Treasury Regulations (the "Regulations").

(C) Remaining Monies. When all of the Notes have been paid in full and canceled, and all Permitted Investments disposed of, any money remaining in the Debt Service Fund Account shall be transferred and deposited in the general fund of the County, unless the County Board of Supervisors directs otherwise.

Section 7. Proceeds of the Notes; Segregated Borrowed Money Fund. The proceeds of the Notes (the "Note Proceeds") (other than any premium not used for the Refunding and accrued interest which must be paid at the time of the delivery of the Notes into the Debt Service Fund Account created above) shall be deposited into a special fund separate and distinct from all other funds of the County and disbursed solely for the purpose for which borrowed or for the payment of the principal of and the interest on the Notes. In no event shall monies in the Borrowed Money Fund be used to fund operating expenses of the general fund of the County or of any special revenue fund of the County that is supported by property taxes. Monies in the Borrowed Money Fund may be temporarily invested in Permitted Investments. Any monies, including any income from Permitted Investments, remaining in the Borrowed Money Fund after the purpose for which the Notes have been issued has been accomplished, and, at any time, any monies as are not needed and which obviously thereafter cannot be needed for such purpose shall be deposited in the Debt Service Fund Account.

Section 8. No Arbitrage. All investments made pursuant to this Resolution shall be Permitted Investments, but no such investment shall be made in such a manner as would cause the Notes to be "arbitrage bonds" within the meaning of Section 148 of the Code or the Regulations, and an officer of the County, charged with the responsibility for issuing the Notes, shall certify as to facts, estimates, circumstances and reasonable expectations in existence on the date of delivery of the Notes to the Purchaser which will permit the conclusion that the Notes are not "arbitrage bonds," within the meaning of the Code or Regulations.

Section 9. Compliance with Federal Tax Laws. (a) The County represents and covenants that the projects financed by the Notes and by the Refunded Obligations and the ownership, management and use of the projects will not cause the Notes or the Refunded Obligations to be "private activity bonds" within the meaning of Section 141 of the Code. The County further covenants that it shall comply with the provisions of the Code to the extent necessary to maintain the tax-exempt status of the interest on the Notes including, if applicable, the rebate requirements of Section 148(f) of the Code. The County further covenants that it will not take any action, omit to take any action or permit the taking or omission of any action within its control (including, without limitation, making or permitting any use of the proceeds of the Notes) if taking, permitting or omitting to take such action would cause any of the Notes to be an arbitrage bond or a private activity bond within the meaning of the Code or would otherwise cause interest on the Notes to be included in the gross income of the recipients thereof for federal income tax purposes. The County Clerk or other officer of the County charged with the responsibility of issuing the Notes shall provide an appropriate certificate of the County certifying that the County can and covenanting that it will comply with the provisions of the Code and Regulations. (b) The County also covenants to use its best efforts to meet the requirements and restrictions of any different or additional federal legislation which may be made applicable to the Notes provided that in meeting such requirements the County will do so only to the extent consistent with the proceedings authorizing the Notes and the laws of the State of Wisconsin and to the extent that there is a reasonable period of time in which to comply.

Section 10. Designation as Qualified Tax-Exempt Obligations. The Notes are hereby designated as "qualified tax-exempt obligations" for purposes of Section 265 of the Code, relating to the ability of financial institutions to deduct from income for federal income tax purposes, interest expense that is allocable to carrying and acquiring tax-exempt obligations.

Section 11. Execution of the Notes; Closing: Professional Services. The Notes shall be issued in printed form, executed on behalf of the County by the manual or facsimile signatures of the Chairperson and County Clerk, authenticated, if required, by the Fiscal Agent (defined below), sealed with its official or corporate seal, if any, or a facsimile thereof, and delivered to the Purchaser upon payment to the County of the purchase price thereof, plus accrued interest to the date of delivery (the "Closing"). The facsimile signature of either of the officers executing the Notes may be imprinted on the Notes in lieu of the manual signature of the officer, but unless the County has contracted with a fiscal agent to authenticate the Notes, at least one of the signatures appearing on each Note shall be a manual signature. In the event that either of the officers whose signatures appear on the Notes shall cease to be such officers before the Closing, such signatures shall, nevertheless, be valid and sufficient for all purposes to the same extent as if they had remained in office until the Closing. The aforesaid officers are hereby authorized and directed to do all acts and execute and deliver the Notes and all such documents, certificates and acknowledgements as may be necessary and convenient to effectuate the Closing. The County hereby authorizes the officers and agents of the County to enter into, on its behalf, agreements and contracts in conjunction with the Notes, including but not limited to agreements and contracts for legal, trust, fiscal agency, disclosure and continuing disclosure, and rebate calculation services. Any such contract heretofore entered into in conjunction with the issuance of the Notes is hereby ratified and approved in all respects.

Section 12. Payment of the Notes; Fiscal Agent. The principal of and interest on the Notes shall be paid by Associated Trust Company, National Association, Green Bay, Wisconsin, which is hereby appointed as the County’s registrar and fiscal agent pursuant to the provisions of Section 67.10(2), Wisconsin Statutes (the "Fiscal Agent"). The Fiscal Agency Agreement between the County and the Fiscal Agent shall be substantially in the form attached hereto as Exhibit D and incorporated herein by this reference.

Section 13. Persons Treated as Owners; Transfer of Notes. The County shall cause books for the registration and for the transfer of the Notes to be kept by the Fiscal Agent. The person in whose name any Note shall be registered shall be deemed and regarded as the absolute owner thereof for all purposes and payment of either principal or interest on any Note shall be made only to the registered owner thereof. All such payments shall be valid and effect-

OCTOBER 31, 2012 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NORTHERN CURRENTS, SECTION B - PAGE 19 tual to satisfy and discharge the liability upon such Note to the extent of the sum or sums so paid.

Any Note may be transferred by the registered owner thereof by surrender of the Note at the office of the Fiscal Agent, duly endorsed for the transfer or accompanied by an assignment duly executed by the registered owner or his attorney duly authorized in writing. Upon such transfer, the Chairperson and County Clerk shall execute and deliver in the name of the transferee or transferees a new Note or Notes of a like aggregate principal amount, series and maturity, and the Fiscal Agent shall record the name of each transferee in the registration book. No registration shall be made to bearer. The Fiscal Agent shall cancel any Note surrendered for transfer.

The County shall cooperate in any such transfer, and the Chairperson and County Clerk are authorized to execute any new Note or Notes necessary to effect any such transfer.

Section 14. Record Date. The fifteenth day of each calendar month next preceding each interest payment date shall be the record date for the Notes (the "Record Date"). Payment of interest on the Notes on any interest payment date shall be made to the registered owners of the Notes as they appear on the registration book of the County at the close of business on the Record Date.

Section 15. Utilization of The Depository Trust Company Book-Entry-Only System. In order to make the Notes eligible for the services provided by The Depository Trust Company, New York, New York ("DTC"), the County agrees to the applicable provisions set forth in the Blanket Issuer Letter of Representations previously executed on behalf of the County and on file in the County Clerk's office.

Section 16. Official Statement. The County Board of Supervisors hereby approves the Preliminary Official Statement with respect to the Notes and deems the Preliminary Official Statement as "final" as of its date for purposes of SEC Rule 15c2-12 promulgated by the Securities and Exchange Commission pursuant to the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Rule"). All actions taken by officers of the County in connection with the preparation of such Preliminary Official Statement and any addenda to it or Final Official Statement are hereby ratified and approved. In connection with the Closing, the appropriate County official shall certify the Preliminary Official Statement and any addenda or Final Official Statement. The County Clerk shall cause copies of the Preliminary Official Statement and any addenda or Final Official Statement to be distributed to the Purchaser.

Section 17. Undertaking to Provide Continuing Disclosure. The County hereby covenants and agrees, for the benefit of the owners of the Notes, to enter into a written undertaking (the "Undertaking") if required by the Rule to provide continuing disclosure of certain financial information and operating data and timely notices of the occurrence of certain events in accordance with the Rule. The Undertaking shall be enforceable by the owners of the Notes or by the Purchaser on behalf of such owners (provided that the rights of the owners and the Purchaser to enforce the Undertaking shall be limited to a right to obtain specific performance of the obligations thereunder, and any failure by the County to comply with the provisions of the Undertaking shall not be an event of default with respect to the Notes).

To the extent required under the Rule, the County Clerk, or other officer of the County charged with the responsibility for issuing the Notes, shall provide a Continuing Disclosure Certificate for inclusion in the transcript of proceedings, setting forth the details and terms of the County's Undertaking.

Section 18. Redemption of the Refunded Obligations. The Refunded Obligations due on and after December 1, 2013, are hereby called for prior payment and redemption on December 1, 2012, at a price of par plus accrued interest to the date of redemption.

The County hereby directs the County Clerk to work with the Purchaser to cause timely notice of redemption, in substantially the form attached hereto as Exhibit E and incorporated herein by this reference (the

"Notice"), to be provided at the times, to the parties and in the manner set forth on the Notice. All actions heretofore taken by the officers and agents of the County to effectuate the redemption of the Refunded Obligations are hereby ratified and approved.

Section 19. Record Book. The County Clerk shall provide and keep the transcript of proceedings as a separate record book (the "Record Book") and shall record a full and correct statement of every step or proceeding had or taken in the course of authorizing and issuing the Notes in the Record Book.

Section 20. Bond Insurance. If the Purchaser determines to obtain municipal bond insurance with respect to the Notes, the officers of the County are authorized to take all actions necessary to obtain such municipal bond insurance. The Chairperson and County Clerk are authorized to agree to such additional provisions as the bond insurer may reasonably request and which are acceptable to the Chairperson and County Clerk including provisions regarding restrictions on investment of Note proceeds, the payment procedure under the municipal bond insurance policy, the rights of the bond insurer in the event of default and payment of the Notes by the bond insurer and notices to be given to the bond insurer. In addition, any reference required by the bond insurer to the municipal bond insurance policy shall be made in the form of Note provided herein.

Section 21. Conflicting Resolutions: Severability; Effective Date. All prior resolutions, rules or other actions of the County Board of Supervisors or any parts thereof in conflict with the provisions hereof shall be, and the same are, hereby rescinded insofar as the same may so conflict. In the event that any one or more provisions hereof shall for any reason be held to be illegal or invalid, such illegality or invalidity shall not affect any other provisions hereof. The foregoing shall take effect immediately upon adoption and approval in the manner provided by law.

Effective Date: Upon Passage.

Date Submitted to County Board: October 16, 2012.

Submitted and Sponsored by the Polk County Finance Committee: Kristine Kremer-Hartung, Kathy Kienholz and George “Stroebel.

Reviewed and recommended by: Dana Frey, County Administrator.

Reviewed and approved as to form by: Jeffrey B. Fuge, Corporation Counsel.

At its regular business meeting on October 16, 2012, the Polk County Board of Supervisors adopted the above-entitled resolution, Resolution 41-12: Resolution Authorizing The Issuance And Sale Of $1,865,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes To Refinance Debt, by a majority vote of 21 in favor and 0 against.

Dated this 17th day of October, 2012.

William Johnson IV, County Board Chairperson.

Attest: Carole Wondra, Polk County Clerk.

Chairman Johnson called to the floor Resolution 41-12, Authorizing the Issuance and Sale of $1,865,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes. Motion (Stroebel/Brown) to approve said resolution. Admin. Frey and David De Young, Senior VP and Managing Director for Stifel Nicolaus & Co., each addressed the resolution. Chairman called for a roll call vote. Motion to approve Resolution 41-12 carried by a unanimous roll call vote. Resolution adopted.

Supervisors reports were given.

Motion (Kienholz/Hartung) to adjourn. Carried. Meeting adjourned 8:08 p.m.

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I, Carole T. Wondra, County Clerk for Polk County, do hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the County Board Proceedings of the Polk County Board of Supervisors Session held on October 16, 2012.

Carole T. Wondra Polk County Clerk

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by Chuck Quirmbach Wisconsin Public Radio STATEWIDE - The Wisconsin DNR says about 25 wolves have been killed during the wolf hunting and trapping season that started earlier this month.

DNR Secretary Cathy Stepp told the DNR board this week that she’s pleased with the first 10 days of the wolf hunt.

Stepp says with about two dozen wolves

Wolf hunt controversy continues

having been harvested, all aspects of the initial season are off to a good start. “It’s encouraging for outdoor enthusiasts.”

Stepp says the DNR is carefully monitoring when any wolf hunting zone might have to be closed.

Also watching the Wisconsin wolf hunt is Howard Goldman. He’s a member of the Wisconsin Wolf Stakeholders group, and head of the Minnesota chapter of the

Humane Society of the United States.

Goldman remains opposed to the wolf hunt and says many other wolves will be killed in Wisconsin this year through poaching, being hit by vehicles or legally euthanized after attacking livestock. He says add those to the 116 wolves allowed to be killed in the hunt by nontribal members, and that’s too large a reduction in Wisconsin wolf numbers. “With this

species err on the side of caution.”

Goldman’s group and the fund for animals recently filed notice of a possible lawsuit against the Interior Department, asking the wolf hunts in Wisconsin and Minnesota be stopped. The Minnesota hunt starts Saturday, Nov. 3, unless the Minnesota Supreme Court blocks the season.

Cutting wood sales to slow ash borer

by Chuck Quirmbach Wisconsin Public Radio STATEWIDE - The DNR wants tighter controls on bringing firewood onto state lands. The proposal is part of a stepped-up fight against invasive species.

The DNR board has OK’d further devel-

opment of a rule to decrease the distance from which firewood may be brought into parks and other state land from 25 miles to 10 miles. The DNR’s Andrea Diss-Torrance says a new limit would shrink the risk that emerald ash borers and other invasive pests would hitch a ride onto the public

land. She says the DNR is not ready to ban outside wood on state property, as Indiana has done, because a ban would hurt some sellers of firewood. “There are benefits to letting those businesses remain in business.”

Diss-Torrance also says invasive species

within 10 miles of a park are likely to get there within five years or so anyway. Look for public hearings on the proposed firewood restrictions by next summer.

NOTICE OF PRESIDENTIAL AND GENERAL ELECTION AND SAMPLE BALLOTS November 6, 2012

OFFICE OF THE BURNETT COUNTY CLERK TO THE ELECTORS OF BURNETT COUNTY: Notice is hereby given of a general election to be held in the several wards in the County of Burnett, on the 6th day of November, 2012, at which the 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 under the appropriate party or other designation, each in its proper column, together with the questions submitted to a vote, in the sample ballot below.

INFORMATION TO ELECTORS Upon entering the polling place, an elector shall state his or her name and address and sign the poll book before being permitted to vote. 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 choice.

Where paper ballots are used, the elector shall make a cross (X) in the square at the right of the name of the candidate of his or her choice for each office for which he or she intends to vote. To vote for a person whose name does not appear on the ballot, the elector shall write in the name of the person of his or her choice in the space provided for a write-in vote. On referendum questions, the elector shall make a cross (X) in the square next to “yes” if in favor of the question, or the elector shall make a cross (X) in the square next to “no” if opposed to the question.

Where touch screen voting systems are used, the elector shall touch the screen next to the name of the candidate of his or her choice for each office for which he or she intends to vote. 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. On referendum questions, the elector shall touch the screen next to “yes” if in favor of the question, or the elector shall touch the screen next to “no” if opposed to the question.

An elector must cast a vote for President and Vice President jointly on one ticket. To vote for persons whose names do not appear on the ballot, write in the names of individuals for both offices on the lines provided. A write-in vote for only a vice presidential candidate will not be counted.

The vote should not be cast in any other manner. Not more than five minutes’ time shall be allowed inside a voting booth. Unofficial ballots or a memorandum to assist the elector in marking his or her ballot 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.

If an elector spoils a paper 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 official who shall issue a proper ballot in its place. After casting his or her vote, the elector shall leave the voting booth, properly deposit the ballot and promptly leave the polling place.

The elector may spoil a touch screen ballot at the voting station before the ballot is cast.

After an official paper ballot is marked, it shall be folded so the inside marks do not show, but so the printed endorsements and inspectors’ initials on the outside do show. The elector shall then deposit his or her folded ballots in the proper ballot box or deliver the ballots to an inspector for deposit and leave the polling place promptly.

After an official touch screen ballot is cast, 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.

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The Following Sample Ballot Screen Shot Is A Sample Of A Ballot Which Would Be Voted On The SVRS Handicapped Accessible Voting Machine Available For Use At All Polling Locations

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State, counties call for stay of Colas' Act 10 ruling

by Rich Kremer Wisconsin Public Radio STATEWIDE - Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen wants an appeals court to stay Dane County Circuit Judge Juan Colas’ ruling that found parts of a law limiting collective bargaining for public workers were unconstitutional. Several counties are calling for the same action.

When Colas declared Act 10 unconstitutional, local governments and school boards were left with unanswered ques-

tions. The decision allowed locals to bargain with unions over wages but didn’t say what was included in that definition.

And since the ruling is being appealed, governments don’t know whether or not their union contracts will be voided. Now, counties are passing resolutions urging Colas to stay his decision until the appeals process is over.

Washburn County Board Chair Steve Sather introduced a resolution urging Colas to wait, saying that returning to the

status quo prior to Act 10 may lead to mass layoffs. “It’s a major fiscal impact if we have to undo the sections of Act 10 and Act 32 that this judge deems that we have to undo, basically giving the union back all of their rights.”

The Brown County Board of Supervisors passed a similar resolution this week. Tom DeWane was one of four supervisors to vote against sending the resolution to Colas. “It was a resolution that we didn’t need to send forward. They’re

going to do their jobs. It’s going to go from one court to another, and I think we just need to sit back and watch how things turn out.” Colas has said he will not stay his decision.

The Wisconsin Counties Association has also weighed in saying that it would be prudent for counties to weigh the legal questions from the ruling and the possibility that it may be overturned before negotiating with unions.

Northern Wisconsin gets nearly $13M for flood recovery

by Mike Simonson Wisconsin Public Radio NORTHERN WISCONSIN - It looks like the federal government will be forking over $12.8 million in disaster relief to three far northern Wisconsin counties hit by flooding last June.

With 98 percent of the damage to roads and infrastructure tallied, Douglas County will get by far the most with $11.6 million, Bayfield County $800,000 including for the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and Ashland County will

get $275,000.

Hannah Vick is one of FEMA’s people who arrived in Superior after the presidential flood disaster declaration in August. She says communities got their ducks in a row, “And that really started this process of communities that could step forward and say ‘Hey, one of our bridges was damaged or our roads were damaged, and we’re looking for financial reimbursement on that. 'So we identified 49 different applicants. We’ve been working with those applicants hand in hand,

face to face.”

Superior is one of the 49 communities to get federal help. They will get $1.6 million, not including the large amount of damage to cover UW-Superior. Assistant Director of Public Works Todd Janigo says the damage was extensive, and they’ve only completed 20 percent of repairs. But he says the city’s sewer system held up.

“The interesting thing about sewers is that you’ve got a manhole, and when the pressure’s too great in the sewer, it just shoots up and starts coming out of the top. Water

will find the easiest path. It’s in the basement, in the ditches, in the streams.”

Janigo says the June 20 flood seems like a long time ago, “I know I never want to go through this again. All the FEMA folks have made the statement that ‘Well, you’ve learned a lot and you know more for next time.' I sure hope there isn’t a next time.”

The local governments and state have to match 12.5 percent each to FEMA’s reimbursement.

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NOTICE OF PRESIDENTIAL AND GENERAL ELECTION AND SAMPLE BALLOTS November 6, 2012

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Farm Service Agency County Committee voting begins Nov. 5 SPOONER — Evie Moore, county executive director of the Washburn/Burnett County Farm Service Agency Office, announced that ballots for the 2012 FSA county committee elections will be mailed to eligible voters Monday, Nov. 5. The deadline for eligible voters to return ballots is Monday, Dec. 3.

To be an eligible voter, farmers and producers must participate or cooperate in FSA programs. A person who is not of legal voting age, but supervises and conducts the farming operations of an entire farm, can also vote. Agricultural producers in each county submitted candidate names during the nomination period held last summer.

Eligible voters who do not receive a ballot can obtain ballots at their local USDA Service Center. Dec. 3 is the last day for voters to submit ballots in person to local USDA Service Centers. Ballots returned by mail must be postmarked no later than Dec. 3.

The Local Administrative Areas that are up for election in 2012 are LAA 2 and LAA 4.

LAA 2 consists of the Towns of Swiss, Union, Oakland, Lincoln, Meenon, Daniels, Siren and La Follette.

Marjorie Peterson is the only candidate running for election in LAA 2.

Peterson, lives in the Town of Daniels and has been married to Niles Peterson for 43 years. They operated their farm during those 43 years. They have four children, Bonnie, Dale, Beth and Daniel. Beth and Daniel farm with them. They just built a parlor to milk their 130 Holstein cows. They also have 30 bred heifers, 60 nonbred heifers and 40 smaller young stock. They grow alfalfa, corn, barley and sorghum on 600 acres. Peterson has been on the county committee since 2007 and enjoys the discussions and keeping up with what is going on in agriculture at the county, state and national levels.

LAA 4 consists of the Towns of Minong, Frog Creek, Chicog, Brooklyn, Gull Lake, Stinnett, Casey, Trego, Springbrook, Bass Lake, Evergreen, Spooner, Crystal and Stone Lake. Candidates running for election in LAA 4 are Timothy Kessler, Joseph R. Romportl and Robert A. Haddick.

Kessler, who lives in the Town of Evergreen, owns T&J Farms in Spooner with his wife, Julie. They have a registered shorthorn cow/calf operation with 30 cows.

They grow corn, rye, soybeans, wheat and hay on almost 700 acres. Kessler is running for the county committee to serve area farmers with information on programs and services they are eligible for from the FSA Office.

Romportl, who lives in the Town of Evergreen, currently operates two turkey finishing barns and is contracted with Jennie-O. He finishes 66,000 tons annually.

He also grows 600 acres of corn, 400 acres of soybeans and 80 acres of hay. He grows pumpkins, squash, gourds, ornamental corn and other specialty crops for a roadside produce stand. Romportl worked at the Spooner Ag Research Station from 1995-2001. Prior to turkey farming, his family operated a dairy operation for several decades. His farm is a registered century farm. Romportl’s great-grandfather homesteaded the property in 1908. Romportl farms some of the lightest soils in Washburn County and is aware of challenges that many local farmers face.

Haddick, who has lived in the Town of Gull Lake all his life, operated the family farm from 1950 until 1990 when the family estate was sold. Currently, he owns 280

acres, mostly forestland, while some is used for hay.

Haddick has been involved in agriculture and soil conservation his entire life. Presently, he is involved with many different aspects of agriculture and conservation and serves on the Wisconsin Conservation Congress, a member of the Washburn County Land and Water Conservation Department, and the WCC Forestry, Parks and Recreation Committee. Haddick enjoys working with new people, and he is active with the fairs in Washburn and Sawyer counties as an exhibitor.

“The FSA County Committee allows producers to make important decisions concerning the local administration of federal farm programs,” said Moore. “I urge all eligible farmers and producers, especially minorities and women, to get involved in their communities by voting in this year’s elections.”

Committee members apply their knowledge and judgment to make decisions on disaster and conservation payments, establishment of allotments and yields, producer appeals, employing FSA county executive directors and other local issues. Newly elected committee members and alternates take office Jan. 1, 2013.

For more information about FSA county committees and FSA programs, visit fsa.usda.gov. — from FSA

Educational Opportunity Network counselor available RICE LAKE — Adults who have questions regarding educational and career options will have the opportunity to meet with a counselor from the Educational Opportunity Network at area learning centers in November.

Make an appointment to visit with EON counselor Jim Dzimiela at the following locations: Hayward WITC Learning Center on Tuesday, Nov. 6, 10 a.m.-noon; LCO College in Hayward on Tuesday, Nov. 6, 1-3 p.m.; Spooner WITC Learning Center on Tuesday, Nov. 13, 10 a.m.-noon; or at the Shell Lake Public Library on Thursday, Nov. 15, from 10 a.m. till noon.

Dzimiela is also available, by appointment, to meet

with people in his Rice Lake office located on the UWBarron County campus. To make an individual appointment at any of the sites, call 800-335-3113 or e-mail james.dzimiela@uwc.edu.

EON is a program of the U.S. Department of Education that is designed to assist adults with career decision making, academic assistance, educational programs, and financial aid information. The EON provides information about technical programs as well as two- and four-year university programs. — from UWBC

NOTICE OF PRESIDENTIAL AND GENERAL ELECTION AND SAMPLE BALLOTS November 6, 2012

OFFICE OF THE POLK COUNTY CLERK TO THE ELECTORS OF POLK COUNTY: Notice is hereby given of a general election to be held in the several wards in the County of Polk, on the 6th day of November, 2012, at which the 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 under the appropriate party or other designation, each in its proper column, together with the questions submitted to a vote, in the sample ballots below.

INFORMATION TO ELECTORS Upon entering the polling place, an elector shall state his or her name and address and sign the poll book before being permitted to vote. 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 or machine 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 choice.

Where paper ballots are used, the elector shall make a cross (X) in the square at the right of the name of the candidate of his or her choice for each office for which he or she intends to vote. To vote for a person whose name does not appear on the ballot, the elector shall write in the name of the person of his or her choice in the space provided for a write-in vote. On referendum questions, the elector shall make a cross (X) in the square next to “yes” if in favor of the question, or the elector shall make a cross (X) in the square next to “no” if opposed to the question.

Where an optical scan system is used, the elector shall fill in the oval or connect the arrow next to the name of the candidate of his or her choice for each office for which he or she intends to vote. To vote for a person whose name does not appear on the ballot, the elector 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 or connect the arrow on the write-in line.

Where touch screen voting systems are used, the elector shall touch the screen next to the name of the candidate of his or her choice for each office for which he or she intends to vote. 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. On referendum questions, the elector shall touch the screen next to “yes” if in favor of the question or the elector shall touch the screen next to “no” if opposed to the question.

An elector must cast a vote for President and Vice President jointly on one ticket. To vote for persons whose names do not appear on the ballot, write in the names of individuals for both offices on the lines provided. A write-in vote for only a vice presidential candidate will not be counted.

The vote should not be cast in any other manner. Not more than five minutes’ time shall be allowed inside a voting booth. Unofficial ballots or a memorandum to assist the elector in marking his or her ballot 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.

If an 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 official, who shall issue a proper ballot in its place. After casting his or her vote, the elector shall leave the voting booth, properly deposit the ballot and promptly leave the polling place.

The elector may spoil a touch screen ballot at the voting station before the ballot is cast.

After an official paper ballot is marked, it shall be folded so the inside marks do not show, but so the printed endorsements and inspectors’ initials on the outside do show. The elector shall then deposit his or her folded ballots in the proper ballot box or deliver the ballots to an inspector for deposit and leave the polling place promptly.

After an official optical scan ballot is marked, it shall be inserted in the secrecy sleeve provided so the marks do not show. The elector shall then insert the ballot in the voting device and discard the sleeve, or deposit the ballot in the ballot box or deliver it to an inspector for deposit. If a central count system is used, the elector shall insert the ballot in the ballot box 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 cast, 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 are samples of the official ballots:

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Do you want to start farming?

MINONG — Are you trying to figure out if starting a small farm or having a second career farming is right for you? The Lake Superior Sustainable Farming Association, in partnership with the University of Wisconsin Cooperative Extension, is offering a Farm Dreams Workshop on Saturday, Nov. 3, from 1-5 p.m., at the Northwood School in Minong.

Farm Dreams is designed to help people of all ages and farm enterprise interests, seeking practical, commonsense information, determine whether farming is the next step for them. In this workshop, participants will assess their

resources, skills and motivations for farming; plan an educational path toward farming; learn about regional training opportunities and support networks; and prioritize next steps.

After participating in this workshop, prospective farmers may be ready to participate in the Lake Superior Farm Beginnings program, a 60-hour farmer-taught course on strategic business and production planning for low-cost, sustainable methods of farming. They may consider also enrolling in The Wisconsin School for Beginning Dairy and Livestock Farmers course. Both programs begin in

November and are held in Northwest Wisconsin.

Farm Dreams is a hands-on workshop, facilitated by a farmer, to help ground the education and discussion.

Registration is $20 per person or couple. For more details about Farm Dreams or to register, contact Cree Bradley at 218-834-0846 or cree@lakesuperiorfarming.org. or Kevin Schoessow at 715-635-3506 or 800-528-1914. Visit lssfa.org for more information. — from UWEX

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NOTICE OF PRESIDENTIAL AND GENERAL ELECTION AND SAMPLE BALLOTS November 6, 2012

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CHURCH NEWS

Eternal

perspectives Sally Bair

What are we crowing about?

Recently a huge flock of crows flew across the road and lit in the tall trees nearby. Their continual, raucous caws dimmed all other sounds. So much for my quiet musing as I puttered in my garden.

As scavengers, crows have a specific purpose on this earth, but they do not have a good reputation. They’re infamous for stealing corn and for being incessantly noisy. Crows are even the focus of some sayings we’ve grown up with, such as, “She’s an old crow,” or “What are you crowing about now?”

The noisiness of crows reminds me of a story in the Old Testament. Following the

exile of the Israelites, they returned to Jerusalem to rebuild the temple. When the builders laid the foundation, the religious leaders led the people in thanksgiving to the Lord. Most of the people gave a great shout of praise. The older ones who had seen the former temple, however, cried aloud. They mourned its past beauty and splendor.

Ezra 3:13 tells the story clearly. “No one could distinguish the sound of the shouts of joy from the sound of weeping, because the people made so much noise. And the sound was heard far away.” Talk about confusing cacophony! Like a big flock of crows, those who wailed nearly drowned out the voices of the joyous people.

Sometimes unpleasant noises arise in and around our own lives, too—even in our churches. The world finds it hard to distinguish the sounds of joy from those of complaining or weeping. All of us would do well to ask ourselves what kind of noise we’re making. Do we grouse about the changes that have happened to us, forget-

Less television benefits children in the long run Q: The TV is always on at our house!

I like to do other activities with the kids, but I just can’t pull everyone away from the TV. What is the appropriate amount of time to spend watching TV each day, and how can I get my family interested in other activities?

Jim: The solution to your dilemma can be summed up in three words: Turn it off!

Countless studies testify to the detrimental effects of too much TV exposure, especially on children. It places them at higher risk for obesity, smoking, learning difficulties and being bullied. I could go on ...

And I will! There’s also the issue of content. Whether through advertising or depictions of sex and violence, it’s likely your children are receiving messages that you don’t want them to hear.

Television isn’t inherently evil, of course, and I’m not suggesting that you make your kids quit “cold turkey” (although many families, including my own, have made their homes largely TVfree, with no regrets). Considering the steady diet to which they’ve become accustomed, your children will likely balk at the thought of curtailing their TV in-

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take.

Your family can go outside. In the warmer months, your family can play miniature golf or visit the local swimming pool. You can get involved in charity work as a family.

Your kids will likely relish the opportunity to engage in physical activity as a family and will thank you in the long run.

••• Q: My father died this year, and our young son has been asking questions.

He wants to know where Grandpa has gone and whether he’s become a “guardian angel.” What’s the best way to talk about death with a child?

Jim: There’s no one better qualified to answer this question than Focus on the Family’s executive director of parenting and youth, Leon Wirth.

Leon: We’d encourage you to be open with your son about his grandfather’s passing. Death is a part of life, and it’s important for children to understand

ting that change can mean new opportunities? Are we so stuck in our ruts of mediocre, unproductive, or senseless living that we can’t seem to move forward? Are we dwelling on what we’ve left behind and crying about it?

Pity parties are not fun to listen to. God forbid that we should be a part of them.

The world needs to hear our joy in the Lord, which comes through experiencing a close relationship with him. Then his joy will be evident as we share it through our own. Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth. Worship the Lord with gladness; come before him with joyful songs.”

(Psalm 100: 1-2) Lord, forgive us for crying, like noisy crows, over the past. Help us remember your countless reasons to be joyful. Train our voices to sing joyfully so the world will hear our praise. Fill our hearts with the joy that comes in knowing and serving you, our King. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Mrs. Bair may be reached at sallybair@gmail.com.

that. So be honest when you talk about it.

Say, “Grandpa died,” not, “He’s gone away,” or, “He went to sleep.” These phrases can lead to confusion and might even cause your son to wonder if he’ll die when he goes to sleep.

Look for teachable moments and opportunities to talk about what has happened. Parents often avoid this subject to protect their kids, but we can use everyday occurrences – wilting flowers, changing seasons, even the death of a pet – to help them understand the reality. Perhaps most importantly, remember that when a death occurs, our kids will take their cues from us and react in great part based on how we react.

Also, help your son feel comfortable sharing his feelings. Let him know that you miss Grandpa, too, and that it’s OK to feel sad when we lose a loved one. Part of this process might involve recalling good memories of special times with Grandpa. Look through photo albums and tell fun stories from the past.

Be sure to use age-appropriate language. Most young children don’t have the capacity to grasp abstract concepts such as death and eternity. Depending on his age, there’s a chance your son will not fully understand what has happened to his Grandpa and won’t be able to appreciate the permanence of death. So keep the discussion simple, geared to your

Christian women to meet CHISAGO CITY, Minn. – Everyone is invited to a luncheon and silent auction on Monday, Nov. 12, at 11:30 a.m., at Zion Lutheran Church in Chisago City, Minn.

The special feature is a silent auction with handmade crafts, homemade goodies, holiday decorations, $1 a book sale and much, much more.

The music and message will be provided by Rachel Snodgrass. She will speak on “In and Out of Control.”

Reservations and cancellations are necessary and are due by noon the Tuesday, Nov. 6.

The cost is $10 inclusive. Please call Diane at 651-462-0615 or Velda at 715-857-5573. - submitted

son’s level of maturity and insight.

For more on helping your son process this time of grieving, seek out a copy of H. Norman Wright’s book, “It’s Okay to Cry: A Parent’s Guide to Helping Children Through the Losses of Life” (WaterBrook Press, 2004). It includes a number of practical suggestions for helping kids cope with the death of a loved one.

••• Jim Daly is president of Focus on the Family, host of the “Focus on the Family” radio program, and a husband and father of two.

Dr. Juli Slattery is a licensed psychologist, cohost of “Focus on the Family,” author of several books, and a wife and mother of three.

Submit your questions to: FocusOnTheFamily.com. Copyright 2012 Focus on the Family, Colorado Springs, CO 80995.

International copyright secured. All rights reserved. Distributed by Universal Uclick, 1130 Walnut St. Kansas City, MO 64106; 816-581-7500. This feature may not be reproduced or distributed electronically, in print or otherwise, without written permission of Focus on the Family.

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DAEFFLER’S QUALITY MEATS, INC. Wholesale & Retail Meats Custom Butchering & Processing Phone 715-327-4456

INTER-COUNTY COOPERATIVE PUBLISHING ASSOCIATION Printers & Publishers Office Supplies

Frederic, Wis. - 715-327-4236 Shell Lake, Wis. - 715-468-2314 Siren, Wis. - 715-349-2560 St. Croix Falls, Wis. - 715-483-9008

STATE FARM INSURANCE COMPANIES

Corey T. Arnold, Agent Frederic, Wis. Phone 715-327-8076

BEAN’S COUNTRY GRIDDLE

Hwys. 35 & 48, Downtown Frederic Phone 715-327-5513

NORTHWESTERN WISCONSIN ELECTRIC CO.

“Your Electric Servant” Serving Polk & Burnett Counties “Use Energy Wisely”

CARLSON-ROWE FUNERAL HOME

Frederic, Wis. - 715-327-4475

ALPHA BASS LAKE LUMBER • Complete Line of Building Supplies & Lumber • Cabot’s Stains Grantsburg, Wis. 715-488-2471 or 715-327-8766

BURNETT DAIRY CO-OP

1988 World Champion Cheesemaker Earl Wilson, Cheese Plant Mgr. Dan Dowling, Ag. Supply Mgr. for Feed, Propane & Fertilizer Alpha, Wis. 715-689-2468 715-689-2467

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LUCK

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Complete Lumber & Building Supplies

Phone 715-866-4238 Hwy. 35 N. Webster, Wis. Tom & Becky O’Brien, Owners

HOPKINS SAND & GRAVEL, INC.

Sand, Gravel, Ready-Mix, Concrete, Black Dirt, Dozer Work, Landscaping & Septic Tanks Installed Hwy. 35 North Webster, Wis. Phone 715-866-4157 M.P.R.S. #03059

SWEDBERG-TAYLOR FUNERAL HOME

Government Inspected Slaughtering and Processing, Sausage making • Ham & Bacon Cured & Smoked Sides and Quarters of Beef and Pork Available Old-fashioned Fresh Meat Counter Tim Van Meter and Ross Anderson, Owners Luck, WI 54853 Plant 715-472-2141

SIREN OLSEN & SON

Your Full-Service Drugstore Siren, Wis. Phone 715-349-2221

D & L FINANCIAL SERVICES 10022 Elbow Lake Road Siren, Wis. 54872 715-689-2539

CUSHING CUSHING COOPERATIVE SOCIETY Feed Mill - Grain Dept.

Cushing, Wis. 715-648-5215

Webster, Wis. Phone 715-866-7131

Any area business wishing to help sponsor the church listings should contact the Leader at 715-327-4236.

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CHURCH Church DIRECTORY Directory ADVENTIST

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST - FREDERIC 609 Benson Road; Pastor Curtis Denney Sat. Worship 11 a.m.; Sabbath Schl. 9:30 a.m.

ALLIANCE

ALLIANCE

ALLIANCE CHURCH OF THE VALLEY 1259 Hwy. 35 S., St. Croix Falls Sunday Worship: 9 & 11 a.m.

BIBLE FELLOWSHIP

BIBLE FELLOWSHIP

WORD OF LIFE CHURCH Meeting in homes.

Elder: Cliff Bjork, 715-755-3048 Sun. Fellowship - 10 a.m.; Wed. 7 p.m.

LUTHERAN

LUTHERAN

MILLTOWN LUTHERAN 113 W. Main St.. W., Phone 715-825-2453 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship (begins May 27)

NEW HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH Pastor Emory Johnson, 715-463-5700 newhopelutheranchurch.org 685 W. State Road 70, Grantsburg Sun. Wor. Serv. 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 11 a.m.

Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays

NORTH VALLEY LUTHERAN Pastor Maggie Isaacson, 715-825-3559 3 mi. W. of Milltown on “G” Sunday Worship - 9:15 a.m.; Wednesday Worship 6:30 p.m.

Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays

OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN, (LCMS) WEBSTER

METHODIST

METHODIST

ST. FRANCIS XAVIER

GRACE BAPTIST - GRANTSBURG

Pastor Father Frank Wampach, 651-465-7345 25293 Redwing Ave., Shafer, MN Sunday 9 a.m.

716 S. Robert St., Grantsburg, 715-463-5699 Sr. Pastor Brad Moore David Ahlquist, Assoc. Pastor Sun. Worship 9:30 a.m.; Sun. School 11 a.m.

ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST

LIVING HOPE CHURCH

Pastor Carolyn Saunders, 715-463-2624 Worship - 9 a.m.; Sunday School - 10:30 a.m.

Pastor Father Michael J. Tupa, 715-866-7321 Cedar & Muskey Ave. - Webster Mass Sun 10 a.m., Wed. 5:30 p.m. (Sept-May), Fri. 9 a.m. (Summer)

Pastor Doug McConnell Youth Pastor Chris Radtke At Grantsburg High School, 715-463-5794 Sun. Serv. 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 11 a.m.

DANBURY UNITED METHODIST

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC

TRADE LAKE BAPTIST

ATLAS UNITED METHODIST Pastor Carolyn Saunders, 715-463-2624 Sunday School - 11 a.m.; Worship - 11 a.m.

CENTRAL UNITED METHODIST GRANTSBURG

Rev. Gil White, Sr. Pastor Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor; 715-866-8646 Sunday Worship - 9 a.m.

GRACE UNITED - WEBSTER Rev. Gil White, Sr. Pastor, Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor; 715-866-8646 Sunday Worship - 10:30 a.m.

HOLY TRINITY UNITED METHODIST

1115 Mains Crossing, 1/2 Mile South Hwy. 8 On 110th St.; Sun. Worship 9 a.m.; Sun. School 10:15 a.m.

Pastor Gerald Heinecke Church Phone 715-866-7191 Sun. Schl. - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Wor. - 10:30 a.m.

Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays facebook/OurRedeemerWebster

htslumc@gmail.com 1606 165th Ave., CTH I, Centuria Pastor Freddie Kirk, 715-485-3363 Sunday Worship - 8:30 a.m.

BEAUTIFUL SAVIOR LUTHERAN (WELS)

PEACE LUTHERAN - DRESSER (ELCA)

Gene E. Jahnke, Pastor, 715-635-7672, Hm. 715-354-7787, Hwy. 70 at 53, Spooner Sun. Wor. - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. School & Bible Classes For All - 10:45 a.m.

2355 Clark Road, Dresser, WI, 715-755-2515 plcdresser.org Pastor Wayne Deloach, Intern Andrea Fluegel Sun. Wor. 8:30 & 10:45 a.m.

Pastor Jack Starr Wor. - 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - during worship hour

BETHANY LUTHERAN - BRANSTAD

Pastor Paul Peterson 507 Wisconsin Ave. N., 715-327-8012 Sun. Worship - 10:30 a.m.

Holy Communion 1st & 2nd Sundays pilgrimlutheranfrederic.org

BALSAM LUTHERAN CHURCH

Pastor Jay Ticknor, 715-463-5746 3 miles So. of Grantsburg on Hwy. 87 Sun. Schl. - 9:30 a.m.; Worship - 11 a.m.

BETHANY LUTHERAN - SIREN Hwy. 35, 1/2 blk. N. Main St. Interim Pastor Andrew Hinwood Pastoral Serv. 715-349-5280 Sun. Worship - 8:30 a.m,; Sun. School 9:45 a.m.

BETHESDA LUTHERAN - DRESSER (LCMC) www.bethesdalutheran.ws Pastor Peter Rimmereid, 715-755-2562 1947 110th Ave., Dresser Sun. Contemporary Service 8:30 a.m.; Education Hr. 9:40 a.m.; Traditional Service 10:45 a.m.;

BONE LAKE LUTHERAN bllc@lakeland.ws Pastor Mary Ann Bowman, 5 mi. E. of Luck on Hwy. 48, 1/2 mi. S. on I; Office - 715-472-2535 Pastor - 715-472-8153, 9 a.m. Adult Bible Study; 10:30 a.m. Worship; 11:30 a.m. Fellowship Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays

CHRIST LUTHERAN (LCMS) Pipe Lake CTH G & T, 715-822-3096 Pastor Steve Miller Sun. Serv. 10:45 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9:15 a.m. during schl. yr.; Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sun. christlutheranpipelake.com

CLAM FALLS LUTHERAN (AALC) Pastor Gary Rokenbrodt 715-327-4461 Worship 9 a.m.; Sunday School 10:15 a.m.

Communion 1st Sun.

FAITH LUTHERAN - BALSAM LAKE faithlutheran@lakeland.ws Pastor Diane Norstad 715-485-3800; CTH I & Mill Street Worship 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 10:40 a.m.; Holy Communion 1st & last Sundays

FAITH LUTHERAN - GRANTSBURG Mark Hendrickson, Interim Pastor, 715-463-5388 Worship 9:30 a.m.; Sun. School 10:45 a.m.

FIRST EVAN. LUTHERAN 561 Chestnut St., Taylors Falls, MN 651-465-5265 Traditional Worship - 8:30 a.m.; Contemporary Worship - 11 a.m.

PILGRIM LUTHERAN - FREDERIC (ELCA)

REDEEMER EV. LUTHERAN (Wisconsin Synod) Pastor Gene DeVries 200 N. Adams St., St. Croix Falls Sunday Worship - 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School - 8:30 a.m.

ST. JOHN’S EV. LUTHERAN (Wis. Synod) 350 Michigan Ave., Centuria Sun. Worship - 10:45 a.m.; Sun. School - 10 a.m.

ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN - LCMC 1614 CTH B, North Luck, Pastor Rob Lubben Sunday Worship - 9 a.m.

Contact Leslie Valentine, 715-646-2390; E-mail: leslie56@centurytel.net

SHEPHERD OF THE VALLEY LUTHERAN (Missouri Synod) 140 Madison St. South, St. Croix Falls Pastor Mark K. Schoen Sun. Service - 9 a.m.; Sun.School - 10:30 a.m.

TRINITY LUTHERAN - ELCA 10 mi. W. of Cumberland on Hwy. 48 (McKinley) Pastor Neal Weltzin GT Office 715-857-5580, Parsonage 715-822-3001, TR Office - 715-822-3001 Wor. Serv. - 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - 10:15 a.m.

Holy Communion - 1st Sunday

TRINITY LUTHERAN - FALUN Hwy. 70 East, 715-689-2271, Pastor: Carl Heidel Worship 9 a.m.; Sunday School 10:15 a.m.

Communion -Every Sunday

TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN OSCEOLA 300 Seminole Ave. (CTH M) Mark Kock, Pastor, 715-294-2828 Sun. Wor. 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.; Summer, 9 a.m.

WEST DENMARK LUTHERAN Pastors Mike & Linda Rozumalski 1 mi. west of Luck on N, 2478 170th St., Luck Sunday Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday School 9 a.m.

Fellowship 11 a.m.

WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN - ELCA

Pastor Dorothy Sandahl, cushingparish.org 715-648-5323 or 715-648-5324 Sun. Wor. 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9 a.m.

Rev. Rexford D. Brandt 447 180th St., Osceola, 715-294-2936 Sept. 16, 2012 - June 2, 2013 Sun. Wor. 8 & 10:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9:15 a.m.; Communion first & third Sunday of the month

FRISTAD LUTHERAN - CENTURIA

YELLOW LAKE LUTHERAN

ELCA - 501 Hwy. 35, 715-646-2357, Mel Rau, Pastor Sun. Wor. & Holy Communion - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - 10:40 a.m.

1/2 mi. W. of Hwy. 35 on U, 715-866-8281, Pastors Douglas Olson, Roger Kampstra, Myron Carlson and Danny Wheeler Services begin at 9:30 a.m.; Communion 1st & 3rd Sunday

FIRST LUTHERAN - CUSHING

GEORGETOWN LUTHERAN - ELCA

ZION LUTHERAN - BONE LAKE (LCMC)

877 190th Ave., CTH G, Balsam Lake, WI (Fox Creek) Pastor Neal Weltzen; GT Office - 715-857-5580, Parsonage - 715-822-3001, TR Office - 715-822-3001 Wor. Serv. 10:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9:30 a.m.; Holy Communion - 1st & 3rd Sun. of each month

5 miles E. of Frederic on W, 2 miles south on I; Church: 715-472-8660 Pastor Mike Fisk, 715-417-0692 Sunday Schl. 9:30 a.m.; Wor. 10:30 a.m.

Communion - 1st Sunday

GRACE LUTHERAN - WEST SWEDEN

ZION LUTHERAN - EAST FARMINGTON (WELS )

Phone 715-327-4340, 715-416-3086, 715-327-8384 Pastor Theresa Riewestahl Worship 9:15 a.m.; Sun. School 10:30 a.m.

Communion - 1st & 2nd Sundays

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN - FREDERIC (Missouri Synod) Pastor Jody R. Walter - 715-327-8608 Sun. Schl. - 8:45 a.m.; Service - 10:30 a.m.

Communion - 1st, 3rd & 5th Sun.

LAKESIDE COMMUNITY LUTH. - ELCA CTH H, 1/2 mi. N. of CTH A & H on H Church Off. 715-635-7791 Pastor Bill Schroeder Sun. Worship 10 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9 a.m.

LAKETOWN LUTHERAN - CUSHING Pastor Dorothy Sandahl, cushingparish.org Sun. Wor. 10:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 10:30 a.m.

LUCK LUTHERAN Pastor Ralph Thompson - 715-472-8424; 510 Foster Ave. E.; Office 715-472-2605; www.lucklutheran.org (Sept.-May) Sun. Wor. 8 & 10:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9 a.m.

Pastor Martin Weigand - 715-294-3489 Sunday Wor. 8 & 10 a.m.; Thursday Wor. 7 p.m.

Communion - 1st & Last Sunday

ZION LUTHERAN - MARKVILLE Pastor Tim Faust Worship - 11 a.m.; Sunday School - 10 a.m.

Holy Communion - 1st & 3rd Sunday

ZION LUTHERAN - TRADE LAKE Pastor Theresa Riewestahl 715-327-8384, 715-416-3086 Fellowship - 10:30 a.m., Sun. Schl. 9:45 a.m.; Worship 11 a.m., Communion - 1st & 2nd Sundays

PRESBYTERIAN

LAKEVIEW UNITED - HERTEL LEWIS MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST Rev. Gil White, Sr. Pastor Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor Worship 8:45 a.m.; Sunday Schl. 10 a.m.

McKINLEY UNITED METHODIST Pastor Annie Tricker Sun. Worship 11 a.m.; Sun. School 11 a.m.

Potluck dinner 1st Sunday

OSCEOLA UNITED METHODIST www.osceolawiumc.org; oumc@centurytel.net 306 River Street, Osceola, 715-755-2275 Pastor Mark Gilbert Sunday Early Risers Class - 8:30 a.m.; Sunday Worship - 10 a.m.; Holy Communion 1st Sunday

ST. CROIX FALLS UNITED METHODIST Rev. Mike Weaver Sunday Worship Service - 10 a.m.

Sunday School is at 9 a.m., Nursery available

ST. LUKE UNITED - FREDERIC 100 Linden Street, Frederic Pastor “Freddie” Kirk, 715-327-4436 Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

SIREN UNITED METHODIST Rev. Gil White, Sr. Pastor Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor Sun. Schl. 9 a.m.; Wor. - 10:15 a.m.

(Nursery available)

TAYLORS FALLS UNITED METHODIST 290 W. Government Street, 715-294-4436 Reverend Dr. Rolland Robinson Sunday Service - 10 a.m. with nursery Sunday School - Sept. - May at 10 a.m.

WOLF CREEK UNITED METHODIST Rev. Mike Weaver Sunday Worship - 8:15 a.m.

COVENANT

COVENANT

CALVARY COVENANT - ALPHA Pastor Scott Sagle, 715-689-2541 Sun. School 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Worship 10:30 p.m.; Elevator provided, welcome

SIREN COVENANT 7686 Lofty Pines Drive, Siren, 715-349-5601 Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday School 9 a.m.

UNITED COVENANT - CLEAR LAKE Pastor Dan Pearson Sunday School 8:45 a.m.; Worship 10 a.m.

CATHOLIC

CATHOLIC

ASSUMPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY Rev. William Brenna, 715-247-3310 255 St. Hwy. 35, East Farmington Mass Sunday 8:30 a.m.

CHURCH OF ST. JOSEPH Pastor - Father Frank Wampach 490 Bench St., Taylors Falls, 651-465-7345 Sat. Vigil 5:30 p.m.; Sun. 7:30 & 10:30 a.m.

Tues. - Thurs. 7:30 a.m.

OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP Danbury - 7586 St. Rd. 77, 715-866-7321 Pastor - Father Michael J. Tupa Mass - Sat. 4 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m. (Sept.-May).

Reconciliation as per bulletin & by appt.

OUR LADY OF THE LAKES Balsam Lake - Rev. John A. Drummy, Pastor - 405-2253 Mass: Sat. eves. 6 p.m.; Sun. 8:30 a.m.; Tues. 5:30 p.m.; Fri. 9 a.m.Sacrament of Reconciliation 7:30 a.m. Sun. or by appt.

SACRED HEARTS OF JESUS & MARY Pastor Father Michael J. Tupa CTHs A & H - 715-866-7321 Crescent Lake Voyager Village area.

Mass Sun. 8 a.m., Thurs. 9:30 a.m.

Reconciliation as per bulletin and by appt.

ST. DOMINIC - FREDERIC Rev. Thomas E. Thompson, 715-327-8119 Mass: Sat. 4:30 p.m.; Sun. 10:30 a.m.

Call the office for daily & holy day Mass times

PRESBYTERIAN

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION - GRANTSBURG

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN

Rev. Thomas E. Thompson, 715-327-8119 Mass: Sun. 8:30 a.m.

Rev. Bruce Brooks - 715-483-3550 719 Nevada St. , (between Simonson & Tower Roads) , St. Croix Falls Worship - 10 a.m. (Nursery provided) Sunday School - Child.- 9 a.m.; Sunday School - Adults - 8:45 a.m.; Communion 1st Sunday

ST. ANNE PARISH Rev. Andy Anderson, 715-247-3310 139 Church Hill Rd., Somerset Mass Sat. 5 p.m.; Sun. 8 a.m. & 10 a.m.; Tues., Wed., Thurs. & Fri. 9 a.m.

1050 North Keller Ave., Amery, 715-268-7717 Father John Drummy, Pastor Sat. Mass 4 p.m., Sun. Mass 10:30 a.m.

Mass Wed. & Thurs. 9 a.m.

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC Rev. William Brenna 255 E. 10th Ave., Osceola, 715-294-2243 Masses: Sat. 4 p.m.; Sun. 10:30 a.m.

Pastor Merrill Olson, Interim Pastor 715-327-8402 Sun. Schl. - 9:15 a.m.; Wor. Serv. - 10:15 a.m.; Nursery provided.; tradelakebaptistchurch.org

CHURCH OF CHRIST

CHURCH OF CHRIST

CHURCH OF CHRIST - WEBSTER

CENTURIA ASSEMBLY OF GOD

Minister Garret Derouin, 715-866-7157 Musky & Birch St., Avail. in office 9 a.m. - noon, Tues.-Fri.; Sun. Bible Study 9:30 a.m.

Worship 10:30 a.m.

Pastor Don Wiltshire, 715-640-6400 Centuria - Phone 715-646-2172 Sunday Service: 10 a.m.

WESLEYAN

OSCEOLA COMMUNITY CHURCH

WOODLAND WESLEYAN

ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLY

WESLEYAN

Pastor Larry Mederich, 715-294-4332 occconnect.org Mtg. @ St. Croix Art Barn; Sun. Serv. - 9 a.m.

Nursery and children church

Dairyland - Rev. Andrea Wittwer 715-244-3649 Sunday School - 10 a.m.; Worship - 11 a.m.

SIREN ASSEMBLY OF GOD

FULL GOSPEL

Pastor Andrew Bollant Sun. Schl. - 9:15 a.m.; Morn. Serv. - 10:15 a.m.; Supervised Nursery; Wed. Evening - Worship Serv. 6:30 p.m.

WOOD RIVER CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP

EVANGELICAL

FULL GOSPEL

Pastor Dan Slaikeu 4 mi. SE of Grantsburg on Williams Rd. Worship 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School 10:30 a.m.

EVANGELICAL

HOPE FELLOWSHIP OF SOMERSET

APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY (EFCA)

231 Bluff Drive, 715-247-2435 Services are Sundays at 10:30 a.m.

Pastor Bruce Tanner, 942 U.S. Hwy. 8, Amery, 715-268-2176 Sun. Schl. 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Bible study 7 p.m.

CROSSWALK COMMUNITY CHURCH Pastor Greg Lund, 715-327-8767 700 Churchwood Lane; 505 Old CTH W, Frederic Sunday School - 9 a.m.; Morning Worship - 10:15 a.m.; Nursery provided for all services

HOPE EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH Pastor Dave Williams 933 248th St., Osceola Morn. Wor. 10 a.m.; Sun. School Sept.-May 8:45 a.m.

Children’s Church & Nursery provided

TRADE RIVER EVANGELICAL FREE Pastor Dale VanDeusen, 715-488-2296 or 715-488-2653 20296 Hwy. 87, Grantsburg Morning Wor. 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Schl. 10:45 a.m.; Nursery provided for all services BAPTIST

BAPTIST

EAST BALSAM BAPTIST - BALSAM LK. 1816 108th St., CTH I Pastor Gabe Brennan, 715-857-5411 eastbalsam.org Wor. Service - 9 a.m.; Sun. School-10:30 a.m.

EUREKA BAPTIST 2393 210th Ave., St. Croix Falls Pastor Willis Christenson, 715-483-9464 Sun. School - 10 a.m.; Wor. Service - 11 a.m.

FAITH FELLOWSHIP Hwy. 35 and CTH N., Luck Bill McEachern Pastor, 715-485-3973 Sun. Bible study - 9 a.m.; Sun. Wor. - 10 a.m.

FIRST BAPTIST - AMERY 131 Broadway St., 715-268-2223; fbcamery.org; E-mail: churchoffice@fbcamery.org Reg. office hours: Tues.-Thurs. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Pastor Charlie Butt, Lead Pastor; Nick Buda, Associate Pastor Sun. Serv.: 9 a.m.; All ages Sun. Schl. 10:30 11:30 a.m.; Nursery available

FIRST BAPTIST - FALUN 715-689-2125 or 715-689-2156 Brian Krause, Lead Pastor Steve Ward, Assoc. Pastor of Visitation Tim Lindau, Youth Director Sun. School (all ages) 9:30 a.m.; Church Serv. 10:45 a.m.; Nursery provided

FIRST BAPTIST - MILLTOWN Pastor Marlon Mielke, 715-825-3186 Sunday Schl. 9:45 a.m.; Worship 11 a.m., 7 p.m.

FIRST BAPTIST - TAYLORS FALLS, MN Located across from elemen. school on West St., Pastor, Dr. Kevin Schumann; 651-465-7171 Sun. Morn. - Sun. School for all ages - 9 a.m.

Morn. Worship - 10:15 a.m.; Nursery provided.

FIRST BAPTIST - WEBSTER Church Phone 715-866-4111 Pastor Tim Quinn Sun. School 9:30 a.m.; Worship - 10:45 a.m (Nursery provided)

GRACE CHURCH OF OSCEOLA “The Cure for the Common Church” 722 Seminole Ave., Osceola Pastor Dr. Kent Haralson; 715-294-4222 or 715-755-3454; info@gracechurchosceola.com Sun.: Praise & Worship Serv. 9 am., Adult Bible Study 10:45 a.m., Children’s Sun. School 10:45 a.m.

CHRISTIAN CENTER

CHRISTIAN CENTER

EL SALEM/TWIN FALLS CHRISTIAN CENTER 1751 100th Ave., Dresser Sun. School 9:30 a.m.; Morning Wor. 10:30 a.m.

Evening Services Sun. 6 p.m.; Wed. 7 p.m.

Call Pastor Darryl Olson at 715-755-3133 for information and directions

ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN

CHRISTIAN ORTHODOX

HOLY TRINITY ORTHODOX 523 1st St., Clayton, 715-948-2493 Fr. Christopher Wojcik, Pastor Sat. Vespers - 5 p.m.; Sun. Liturgy - 9:30 a.m.

HOLY CROSS ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN Meeting at Zion Lutheran Church, 28005 Old Towne Rd., Chisago City, MN; holyx.net Sunday Worship Service 9:30 a.m.

NAZARENE

NAZARENE

CALVARY CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 510 S. Vincent, St. Croix Falls Pastor Tom Reaume, 715-483-3696 Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:45 a.m. & Wed. 6:30 p.m.

FAITH COMMUNITY 7535 Peet St., Danbury, 715-656-4010 Adult Bible Serv. 9 a.m.; Services: Sun. 10 a.m.; Sunday School during church service.

NONDENOMINATIONAL

NONDENOMINATIONAL

CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN CHURCH 2390 CTH A, 1/8 mi. east of A&H intersection Pastor Tryg Wistad, 715-635-9222 crossroadschurch@gmail.com Sunday Worship: 10 a.m.

NEW LIFE COMMUNITY - AMERY Interim Pastor Craig Jorgenson Sunday Worship 10 a.m.; Children’s Church: K to 6th Grade

NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY Meets at Dresser Elem. School, Dresser Pastor Tony Minell, 715-417-1982 Sunday Wor. 9:45 a.m.; Sunday Schl. 9:45 a.m.

NEW WINE CHURCH - CENTURIA 309 5th Street, , 715-338-2751 Pastor Scott Petznick Sunday Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday School 9 a.m.

NORTHERN PINES QUAKER MEETING 715-866-5016 or 715-733-0480 for time of meeting.

ST. CROIX UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP 1st, 2nd & 3rd Sunday, 10 a.m. in the St. Croix Falls Library community room.

INTERDENOMINATIONAL

INTERDENOMINATIONAL

RIVER VALLEY CHRISTIAN 1289 160th St. (Hwy. 65), St. Croix Falls, 715-483-5378 Senior Pastors Paul and Sonja Hanson Sunday Adult Bible Class 9 a.m.

Worship and Children’s Sunday Schl. 10 a.m.

ST. PETER’S COMMUNITY CHURCH “Faith on Purpose” (Love God, Love People...period) faithonpurpose.org CTH F, Dresser, 715-483-2911 Pastor’s res./office Sunday Worship 10 a.m.

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Students of the Week GRANTSBURG

FREDERIC

Landyn Johnson has been chosen Frederic Elementary School’s student of the week. He is in fifth grade and the son of Larry and Jen Johnson. His favorite class is phy ed. He enjoys football, baseball and wrestling. His favorite food is pizza, favorite show is “Yukon Men.” He has two siblings, Nolan and Jade. He has two bulldogs. He wants to be a football player when he grows up, preferable for the Green Bay Packers.

Sophie Fredericks has been chosen Frederic Middle School’s student of the week. She is in sixth grade and the daughter of Meghan Grindell and Jacob Fredericks. She is involved in softball, volleyball, basketball, dance, bell choir and band. She enjoys spending time with her friends and family. She plans to become a doctor or a teacher. Sophie is hardworking.

She gets excellent grades and is willing to contribute to classroom discussions.

Abeni Lundeen Brooks has been chosen Frederic High School’s student of the week. She is a sophomore and the daughter of Tony and Lisa Lundeen Brooks. She is involved in band and youth group. She enjoys reading, drawing and listening to music. Her future plans are to be a veterinarian. Her greatest influences in her life are her parents.

Abeni has a great attitude and work ethic.

Greta White has been chosen Grantsburg Elementary School’s student of the week. She is in first grade and the daughter of Keith and Tamra White. Greta’s favorite class is music. She loves learning new notes. Her favorite sports are volleyball and gymnastics. Greta would love to visit Mexico someday.

LUCK

Shayla Hulett has been chosen Luck Elementary School’s student of the week. She is in sixth grade and the daughter of Jeff and Andrea Hulett. Shayla is an excellent student, with positive character traits. She is very helpful to other students and always willing to work hard to do a great job. Shayla works around the house helping with the dogs and other animals. She is involved in soccer and volleyball.

Rebekah Curtin has been chosen Grantsburg High School’s student of the week. She is a junior and the daughter of Penny and Tim Curtin. She is involved in band, pep band, jazz band, some school plays, Link group, youth group, American Legion Auxiliary and she works part-time at the Grantsburg Family Foods. She enjoys playing the trumpet, taking part in school plays, taking part in youth group activities and spending time with her family.

ST. CROIX FALLS

Tiffany Brown has been chosen Luck Middle School’s student of the week. She is in eighth grade and the daughter of Herschel and Mary Brown. She is personable, pleasant and helpful to many students. She is involved in 4-H, basketball and volleyball. She enjoys reading, playing with her puppy and trap shooting. Her greatest influences in her life are her friends and her family.

Luke Christensen has been chosen Luck High School’s student of the week. He is a junior and the son of Jon and Julie Christensen. He shows up on time every day. He has shown perseverance and continually strives toward high achievements in painting. He is involved in FFA, wrestling and works at Jeff’s Small Engines. He enjoys hunting, trapping, farming and ice fishing. He plans to attend UWRiver Falls.

Tyler Olson has been chosen St. Croix Falls Elementary School’s student of the week. He is in second grade. He lives at home with his mom and dad and his twin brother. Tyler has a pet fish. At home he likes to play outside and play on the computer.

His favorite game is hide and go seek. At school Tyler loves to read and take AR tests. He also loves lunch, recess and phy ed.

When he grows up he wants to be a forest ranger.

Emma Schwartz has been chosen St. Croix Falls Middle School’s student of the week.

She is in fifth grade and the daughter of Jamie and Peter Schwartz. She has a brother and two dogs. Her favorite pastimes are reading, working on math, baseball and outside playing in the woods. Her favorite subject is reading. She enjoys middle school. Emma works hard in the school and loves to read. She is polite and smart.

Jake Johnson has been chosen St. Croix Falls High School’s student of the week. He is a freshman and the son of Tom and Kim Johnson. He has an older sister, Jordan. Jake enjoys sports, hunting and fishing. He plays basketball, baseball and football.

WEBSTER

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Brooke Wolf has been chosen Siren Elementary School’s student of the week. She is in pre-K and the daughter of Laura and Ryan Wolf. She is respectful and responsible. She is very eager to learn new things. She is already reading and is a great role model for the other students in class. She follows directions and is very helpful to her classmates.

Janessa Bonneville has been Grantsburg Middle chosen School’s student of the week.

She is in seventh grade and the daughter of Tara and Pat Freese.

Janessa is an outstanding listener. Her work shows care and effort and she is always willing to help her classmates and teacher with anything that needs to be done. She is very respectful. Her favorite classes are science and social studies. She also enjoys sports and playing in the band.

Elijah Benjamin has been chosen Siren Middle School’s student of the week. He is in eighth grade. He has a phenomenal attitude, great sense of humor and a desire to succeed.

He enjoys playing basketball and his favorite class is math. Elijah has started the school year off with a positive attitude that will carry him far.

William Barr III has been chosen Siren High School’s student of the week. He is a senior and the son of Vanessa Morrison Barr and Joseph Mulroy. William is a very kind and polite young man. He has demonstrated consistent academic growth and continues to do well. He is involved in band, basketball, swing choir and track. He plans to attend college and study accounting or something in the medical field.

Justin Johnson has been chosen Webster Elementary School’s student of the week. He is in second grade and the son of Steven and Jennifer Johnson. His love of learning really shows at school.

He is a great leader and is always there to help other students. He is also a good friend and a helpful classmate. He is always a very hard worker and tries his best every single day.

His favorite subject at school is writing.

Gerard McKee has been chosen Webster Middle School’s student of the week. He is in eighth grade and the son of Gerard McKee. Gerard is an A student. He is a very positive person and he takes pride in doing a good job.

He is very friendly and acknowledges everyone that is around him. He is involved in basketball, track and soccer. He enjoys playing guitar, PlayStation and bike riding.

Ellora Schaaf has been chosen Webster High School’s student of the week. She is a sophomore and the daughter of Mike and Gwen Schaaf. Ellora is a very confident person. She is not afraid to answer questions or contribute in class. She is always well prepared and very helpful in the classroom. Ellora sets goals and then meets or exceeds them. She is involved in band and softball.

She enjoys scrapbooking, hunting and fishing.

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Carter Collins has been chosen Unity Elementary School’s student of the week. He is in second grade and the son of Debra and Ed Collins. Carter has a strong will and determination to learn.

He is a wonderful role model to the other students. Carter is very kind, caring and always does what is expected of him.

Soren VosBenkowski has been chosen Unity Middle School’s student of the week. He is in seventh grade and the son of Paul and Jennifer VosBenkowski.

Soren has a fun personality and has a great attitude with great effort. He is very responsible and a hard worker.

Colton Sorensen has been chosen Unity High School’s student of the week. He is a senior and the son of Jim and Melinda Sorensen.

His favorite subject areas are art and physcal education. Teachers say that he is a quiet leader that truly impacts other students for the better. He is involved in band, cross country, wrestling and track. He enjoys hunting, fishing and being outdoors. He plans to continue his education after high school.

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Coming events NOVEMBER

Siren

• Burnett County Poverty Task Force meeting at government center, Room 165, 1 p.m.

THURS.-WED./1-28

THURSDAY/8

Amery

Centuria

• Earth Arts Fall Salon art exhibition at ArtZ Gallery.

Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., earthartswi.org.

• Adult grief support group meeting at Holy Trinity Church, 6:30 p.m., 715-483-3363.

THURS. & SAT./1 & 3

Grantsburg

Voyager Village

• Blood drive at the community center, noon-6 p.m., 800-733-2767, redcrossblood.org.

• “Living On Killkare Can Be Murder” at Voyager Village Restaurant, reservations, 715-259-3910.

Luck

THURSDAY/1

• Lions Bingo at the hall, 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Milltown

Balsam Lake

• Friends of the Library meet at 6:30 p.m., 715-825-2313.

• Wrap-up meeting for all Balsam Lake farmers market vendors at the municipal building (library) at 9:30 a.m.

FRI. & SAT./9 & 10

Dresser

Luck

• Dresser & St. Croix Falls Area VFW Post 4186 & Auxiliary spaghetti dinner at the VFW Hall, 4:30-7:30 p.m.

• “Spectaculathon” at the high school, 7:30 p.m.

Siren

Grantsburg

• PFCT production of “Jack and the Beanstalk” at the school, 7 p.m., 715-220-6471.

• Auxiliary lutefisk & meatball dinner at the American Legion, 4 p.m.-gone.

FRIDAY/9

Osceola

• QPR, for suicide prevention, training at the high school, 6:30 p.m., 715-294-2127 Ext. 407.

Siren

• Northwoods Flyers Experimental Aircraft Association Club meets at the government center, Rm. 165, 7 p.m.

Balsam Lake

Lewis

FRIDAY/2 • Swiss steak dinner at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 4:30-7:30 p.m., 715-268-7283.

• Luck Lutheran Church dinner, 4:30-6:30 p.m., music concert following.

Balsam Lake

• Flu shots at the health department, 9 a.m.-noon, 715485-8500.

SATURDAY/3

Luck

Milltown

• Legion’s turkey party at the community center, 6:30 p.m.

Siren

Balsam Lake

• Northwoods Christmas at Northwoods Crossing Event Center, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 715-349-8484.

• Holiday Arts Alive on 35 at the BAAG Art Center, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

• Bake sale, dolls & crafts at the Methodist church, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

• Winter clothing giveaway at Bethany Lutheran, 10 a.m.noon or till gone.

Dairyland

• Lioness Club annual dinner at the senior center, noon7 p.m., 715-483-9146 or 715-222-3305.

Amery

• East Immanuel Lutheran Church roast beef dinner, 3:30-7:30 p.m.

• Trinity Lutheran Church annual bazaar, 9:30 a.m.1 p.m.

• Book sale at the library, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

• HCE Christmas fair at Unity School, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

• Flu shots at the Unity School, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

• Holiday bazaar and bake sale, at Northland Community Center, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Danbury

• Ruby’s Pantry at the town maintenance shop, $15 donation. Open 9:30 a.m., distribution 10-11:30 a.m.

Garfield

• Bazaar at Trinity Lutheran Church, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Grantsburg

• Feed My Sheep at Grace Church. Doors open 8 a.m., 715-463-5699.

• Shakers & Movers: Sustainable living through hunting & trapping at Crex, 10 a.m., 715-463-2738.

• Poco Penners meeting at the library building, 2 p.m., 715-483-9738.

A one-time piece of machinery is now art. - Photo submitted

• Lewis jam, bluegrass, gospel and country music at the Methodist church, 6-9 p.m.

Amery

Happenings in the Upper St. Croix Valley communities

St. Croix Falls

SUNDAY/4 Dresser

• Dresser & St. Croix Falls Area VFW Post 4186 & Auxiliary breakfast at the VFW Hall, 8 a.m.-noon.

Grantsburg

• Blood drive at the high school, 2-7 p.m., 800-733-2767, redcrossblood.org.

• Ruby’s Pantry at Congregational Church. Doors open 8:30 a.m. Dist. 9 a.m., $15 donation, 715-268-7390.

Luck

• Annual venison feed at the community center.

Begins at 4 p.m., 715-648-5328. Prize drawings, raffles & Bingo.

• RSVP deadline for NARFE luncheon on Nov. 8, 715689-2252.

• Indianhead Gem & Mineral Society meeting at the senior center, 7:30 p.m.

• Discussion on senior living at the museum, 7-8:30 p.m., 530-400-1029. jgscott19@gmail.com.

Cushing

Danbury

Siren

• Craft and bake sale at the Methodist church, 9 a.m.2 p.m.

TUESDAY/6

• Crex Meadows Nature Photography Club meets at Crex, 10 a.m.-noon, 715-463-2739.

• Benefit for Samantha Everson at the American Legion, 2 p.m.-?, hans.everson@yahoo.com.

• Auditions for PFCT’s “Jack and the Beanstalk” at the school, 3:30 p.m., 715-220-6471.

Amery

• Cardiac support group at the medical center, 1 p.m., 715-268-0291.

Clam Falls

• Coffee hour at Clam Falls Lutheran Church, 9 a.m.

Luck

• Teachers memorial pancake supper in the cafeteria, 47 p.m.

Osceola

• Blood drive at Hope Evangelical Free Church, 1-7 p.m., 800-733-2767, redcrossblood.org.

WEDNESDAY/7

MONDAY/5

• Early-stage Alzheimer’s support group at the senior center, 10 a.m., 715-268-6605.

• Compassionate Friends, Tri-County Chapter, grief support in death of a child, at First Lutheran, 7 p.m., 715263-2739.

• Blood pressure screening at Bremer Bank, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Amery

Pumpkin decorating winners The Parents of the Elementary Saints held a pumpkin decorating contest for students, staff and families at St. Croix Falls Elementary this past week. More than 30 entries were brought in, and everyone was invited to vote for their favorite(s) by placing pennies (and other currency) into the voting boxes.

Amery

Grantsburg

• RSVP deadline for PBREA meeting on Nov. 8, 715268-6578.

Clear Lake

SATURDAY/10

Frederic

Grantsburg

Luck

• Antique appraiser Mark Moran at the library, 2-5 p.m.

• Harvest stew, bake sale, crafts and lefse at Zion Lutheran Church of Bone Lake, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Osceola

• Lutefisk dinner at West Immanuel Lutheran Church, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

St. Croix Falls

• Hingepoint meeting for men battling sexual addictions, at River Valley Christian Church, 9 a.m.-noon, 715483-5378.

Taylors Falls, Minn.

• Praise Service at the United Methodist Church, 5 p.m.

ONGOING Every Day

AA &/or AlAnon, Polk & Burnett counties, 715-931-8262 for time/location. Amery, 715-268-8431.

Divorce care support group at Apple River Community Church, 715-268-8360, 715-268-2176.

Every Monday

Indianhead Barbershop Chorus meets at the Balsam Lake old courthouse, 7:30 p.m., 715-483-9202.

Baby and Me class - Amery Medical Center, 1-2 p.m.

Grief Share support group at Centennial Hall, Amery, 715-268-2176 or 715-268-8360.

Moms In Prayer, First Baptist, Amery, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m., 715-268-5408, Play group for children and caretakers at the Burnett County Family Resource Center, 10 - 11:30 a.m.

Every Tuesday

Bingo at the Burnett County Moose Lodge, Siren, 6 p.m.

Sexual assault support group, Polk County, 800-2617233 for location, 6:30-7:30 p.m Anger management group at Amery Regional Medical Center, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 715-268-4094.

Master Gardener Training at Polk County Government Center, 6-9 p.m. Also some Saturdays, 715-485-7600.

Domestic violence and sexual assault support group, 5:15 p.m. Call for location, 800-261-7233, Burnett County.

Winners were (photo above) Jessica Pedersen, top money earner; (photo at right) John Courteau, carved pumpkin of the Lorax; Emily McManus, decorated pumpkin with Cinderella’s carriage (photo at left) and honorable mention Sophia Schaffner and Willow Cummings (not pictured). - Photos submitted

Every Wednesday

Women of Hope, cancer support group, at SCRMC, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., 715-483-0431.

Free playtime with your toddler at Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church,10-11:30 a.m., 715-557-0630.

Every Thursday

Breastfeeding support group at the St. Croix Regional Medical Center, 2-3:30 p.m., 715-483-0431.

Play group for children and caretakers at the Burnett County Family Resource Center, 10 - 11:30 a.m.

Every Friday

Domestic violence support group, 10-11 a.m. Call for location, 800-261-7233, Polk County.

Every Saturday

AA meets at the West Denmark Lutheran Church, rural Luck, 9 - 10 a.m.