Leader July 4 by Inter-County Leader

Local artist wins fi firrst prize

Daeffl fle er’s marks 50 years

Currents pg. 12

Currents feature

Leader

A new park in Frederic

Back page

INTER-COUNTY

THE-LEADER.NET

Follow the Leader

WED., JULY 4, 2012 VOL. 79 • NO. 46 • 2 SECTIONS •

Readership: 13,800

An award-winning weekly serving Northwest Wisconsin

Increased loss

It’s all in the feet

Polk County-owned Golden Age Manor nursing home shows decrease in revenues, increase in expenses; future planning under way PAGE 3

Referendum projects outlined Luck School District voters will likely be asked this fall to allow borrowing for maintenance and safety projects PAGE 4

Backstroking while intoxicated? Drunk boater tries to escape by swimming PAGE 3

Balsam Lake changes legal course Chooses new law firm on a trial basis PAGE 7

New postmasters

Emma, Odin, Jes, Natalie and Sydney (L to R) took in some log rolling fun on Saturday afternoon at Little Butternut Lake. Their skills were honed in a clinic held by professional log roller, Geno Cummings, as part of the annual West Denmark Family Camp events that runs through Independence Day. - Photo by Greg Marsten

A year without shade Marilyn and Gene Gronlund happy and smiling a year after the July 1 storm toppled trees on their home by Priscilla Bauer Leader staff writer GRANTSBURG – Marilyn and Gene Gronlund looked at the area in their front yard where a huge red oak stood only one year ago. Not a sign of the tree is visible now.

Profiles of new postmasters at Siren, Webster and Frederic PAGE 2

More than just a treasure hunt See

OUTDOORS INSIDE THIS SECTION

“I’ve been trying to get some grass to grow here,” said Gene, pointing at the once shady spot. “We missed the tree at first and then we didn’t. It’s always hard to lose a tree, but now we’re kind of glad it’s gone,” said Marilyn, cheerfully. “We’re not missing all the work. There were so many leaves to rake every fall. We used to supply the whole neighborhood,” Gene joked. “No, we’re not missing it.” What Marilyn was missing was another kind of vegetation. “I’ve always

See A year without shade, page 6

Your opinion

Are you in favor of yearround school? 1. No, kids need a break. 2. Yes. 3. It should at least be looked at. Go to our online poll at www.the-leader.net. (Weekly results on page 8)

Deaths

Frank Garvey (page 3) Kenneth L. Ruhn (page 3) Julie Ann Elliott-Vanasse Merrill Edward Paulson

Obituaries on page 15B

Find us on Facebook 3,022 friends and counting

facebook.com/intercountyleader

INSIDE Marilyn and Gene Gronlund looked at the area in their front yard where a huge red oak stood only one year ago. The July 1, 2011, storm with tornado-force winds toppled the old oak tree taking away the Gronlund’s source of shade. - Photo by Priscilla

Inter-County Cooperative Publishing Association Frederic, Wisconsin

The Leader is a cooperative-owned newspaper • Since 1933

PAGE 2 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NEWS SECTION - A - JULY 4, 2012

HOME PAGE

E-mail story ideas, news tips and feedback to: leadernewsroom@gmail.com

MOTO offers Twin Cities Jazz Night this Friday ST. CROIX FALLS - As it gears up for a spruced-up Falls area Wannigan Days Festival, Music on the Overlook productions brings a little bit of the big city to the St. Croix Valley this Friday, July 6, with its annual Twin Cities Jazz Night sponsored by Xcel Energy, Franconia Sculpture Park and Living and Playing Magazine. The performers, Axis Mundi, meaning “the world tree,” plays an alluring mixture of world-beat grooves combined with elements of modern and traditional jazz. This savvy quintet featuring guitar, violin, percussion, bass and drums plays a rich mixture of jazz, infused with Latin rhythms, Caribbean and Middle Eastern sounds. Joining guitarist/composer Glen Helgeson are fiddle player Gary Schulte, bass player Cody McKinny, drummer Dave Stanoch and percussion master Michael Bissonnette. “There is no shortage of musical sophistication in the St. Croix Valley and residents really look forward to jazz night each summer,” says MOTO organizer Woody McBride. “Also, we see local youth musicians getting into more diverse forms of music such as jazz, electronic music and classical music. Joining a country rock band after high school is not the only future for musicians living in extended areas like ours.” Sir Smoke A Lot barbecue will be vending food on this date. Music on the Overlook happens most Fridays, June through August, and celebrates the spectrum of musical styles and features local food. Hospitality with rest rooms, coffee, beer and wine are available across the street from the Overlook at St. Croix Falls’ historic Festival Theatre, which is also the where MOTO relocates in the event of rain. For more information, visit musicontheoverlook.com or call 612-385-4598 and worldviewmusic.com/axismundi/index.html - submitted

Olson seeks 10th Senate District seat CLAYTON – Iraq War veteran and St. Croix Falls High School teacher Dan Olson has announced his candidacy for Wisconsin State Senate in the 10th District, which includes portions of Burnett, Polk, St. Croix, Pierce and Dunn counties. Olson, a Democrat, is seeking to replace Sheila Harsdorf, who has served in that office since 2000. With his wife, Lillias, and two daughters, Lauren and Olivia, Olson lives not far from where he grew up near the small southeastern Polk County community of Clayton. He joined the National Guard shortly after graduating from Clayton High School in 1989 and saw service overseas as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom. A high school civics teacher since 1994, Olson is still an active member of the 128th Infantry. Olson, who has never run for office, says he was motivated to

Dan Olson run for state Senate because of the partisan division that has gripped Wisconsin since Scott Walker’s election as governor in 2010. “You can’t promote lasting change with the kind of extremist agenda

we’ve seen coming out of Madison in the past two years,” said Olson. “Sadly, Sheila Harsdorf seems to have stopped listening to the concerns of half her constituents.” What’s needed in Madison is a return to civility, according to Olson, who identifies himself as a moderate Democrat. “We need to get back to the time when compromise wasn’t a dirty word – when representatives understood that effective governing involves a degree of give and take.” If elected, Olson says his priorities will be protecting our outdoor heritage and natural resources, improving our educational system at all levels and providing good-paying jobs throughout the 10th Senate District. More information about his campaign can be found at olsonforsenate.com. - submitted

New postmasters at Siren, Webster, Frederic

Senator honored by arts community AMERY —Arts Wisconsin, Wisconsin’s statewide arts service, advocacy and development organization, recently honored state Sen. Sheila Harsdorf, RRiver Falls, with its annual Arts in the Community Award. The award was presented by Anne Katz, executive director, Arts Wisconsin, at the Northern Lakes Center for the Arts annual Rural Arts Forum meeting in Amery on Friday, June 22. With these awards, Arts Wisconsin honors elected officials and civic leaders around the state who are champions for the arts as integral to economic, educational and civic vitality in Wisconsin and all of its communities. “Sen. Harsdorf has been a strong and vocal supporter of the arts in the 10th Senate District and throughout the state during her nearly 15 years in the state Legislature,” stated a release from Arts Wisconsin. “As a member of the Legislature’s Joint Finance Committee, her advocacy on behalf the Wisconsin Arts Board, and for the arts as critical economic, educational and civic resources for the people of Wisconsin, made a positive impact and a difference during the 20112013 state budget process. Sen. Harsdorf is an enthusiastic arts participant and has built strong and enduring connections with the creative sector in the 10th District. ” Arts Wisconsin is Wisconsin’s voice for the arts, the premier independent statewide membership organization speaking up and working for the arts, arts education and creative economy across Wisconsin. More information on Arts Wisconsin is at artswisconsin.org. - submitted

Leader

A cooperative-owned newspaper since 1933

Inter-County Cooperative Publishing Association 303 N. Wisconsin Ave., Frederic, WI 54837 715-327-4236 • www.the-leader.net Doug Panek Gary King

Editor • gbking@centurytel.net

Board of directors

Charles Johnson, chair Merlin Johnson Janet Oachs Carolyn Wedin Ann Fawver

A cooperative-owned newspaper, the Inter-County Leader is published every Wednesday by the Inter-County Cooperative Publishing Association, Box 490, Frederic, WI 54837. Second Class postage paid at Frederic, WI 54837.

The Inter-County Leader is a qualified newspaper for the publication of legal notices, meeting the requirements as set forth in Chapter 985.03 of the Wisconsin Statutes. Every government official or board that handles public money should publish at regular intervals an accounting of it, showing where and how each dollar is spent. We hold this to be a fundamental principle of democratic government. Publisher reserves right to reject any advertisement or news release or letter of opinion at any time.

Kathleen Krenz is Webster’s new postmaster. Krenz has been the officer in charge at the Webster Post Office since the beginning of January 2012. Krenz has been with the postal service for eight years and served at the Comstock Post Office before assuming her duties in Webster. Krenz lives in St. Croix Falls where she says she enjoys her family and gardening. - Photo by Priscilla Bauer

Breaking local news at facebook.com/ intercountyleader HOW TO REACH US

Inter-County

Manager • dougpanek@centurytel.net

Matthew Golke is Siren’s new postmaster. Golke has been with the postal service 15 years serving as officer in charge at post offices in Sarona, Birchwood, Maple and for the past 14 months in Lake Nebagamon. Golke, who has a degree from UW-Superior in communications, lives in Spooner and in his spare time plays guitar in a rock band. Golke may look familiar to Siren residents as he served at the Siren Post Office in 2006-07 as officer in charge. - Photo by Priscilla Bauer

Web page: www.the–leader.net E-mail: the-leader@centurytel.net Subscription concerns: subscriptions@centurytel.net Advertisements: addept@centurytel.net Ad deadline: 10 a.m. Tuesdays Copy deadline: 4:30 p.m. Mondays

OFFICES Frederic • 715-327-4236

P.O. Box 490, Frederic, WI 54837 (M-F, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) Fax - 715-327-4117 (news copy) Fax - 715-327-4870 (ad copy)

Siren • 715-349-2560

24154 State Road 35, Siren, WI 54872 (M-F, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) Fax - 715-349-7442

St. Croix Falls • 715-483-9008

Box 338, St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 (M-W, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. T-F, 9:30 - 4 p.m.) Fax - 715-483-1420

Greg Schewe is the official postmaster at the Frederic post office but isn’t entirely new. He started working in the Frederic office in January of 2011, and has lived in Luck for the past 13 years. He’s been with the U.S. Postal Service for 33 years now, and for several of those years he commuted to the Twin Cites, and worked in several other offices around the northwest including Spooner, Rice Lake, Siren, Birchwood, Danbury and Milltown. “I’ve been trying to get into this office for a long time,” said Schewe, and added that he hopes to serve the community until retirement. – Photo by Marty Seeger

An award-winning newspaper

4:30 p.m. Mondays Deadline for Leader copy

STAFF MEMBERS Priscilla Bauer cilla@grantsburgtelcom.net Carl Heidel cheidel389@centurytel.net

MEMBER

• National Newspaper Associan • Wisconsin Newspaper Association

HOW TO SUBSCRIBE

The Inter-County Leader [ISS No. 8750-9091] is published weekly. Subscription prices are $37/yr. in Polk and Burnett counties; $41/yr. in Barron, Chisago, Washburn, St. Croix counties; $44/yr. anywhere in the United States $25/yr. for servicemen or women; $25/yr. for students or schools (9 months). Payment is needed before we can start the subscription. No refunds on subscriptions. Persons may subscribe online at www.theleader.net, write us at Inter-County Leader, Box 490, Frederic, WI 54837, or stop by one of our three offices.

Jean Koelz jeankoelz@hotmail.com Greg Marsten marscafe@lakeland.ws Tammi Milberg tammi@centurytel.net Marty Seeger mseeger@centurytel.net Mary Stirrat marystirrat@hotmail.com Sherill Summer sherill33@gmail.com Gregg Westigard greggw@lakeland.ws EDITORIAL ASSISTANT Raelynn Hunter rael@centurytel.net

BRIEFLY GRANTSBURG - The Indianhead Chapter 1581 of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees will hold a dinner meeting at noon on Thursday, July 12, at The Dreamers in Grantsburg. All active and retired members are invited to attend. Reservations may be made by phoning 715689-2252 by Monday, July 9. submitted ••• BALSAM LAKE - Local attorneys are staffing a free legal clinic the third Monday of every month for the purpose of providing general legal information to members of the community. The next free legal clinic is July 16 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. It will be held in the Polk County Community Room at the Polk County Justice Center, no appointment is necessary. Local lawyers will be on hand to meet with individuals for approximately 10 minutes to provide general information in the following areas of law: family law, landlord/tenant and small claims, criminal/traffic, estate planning/elder law/probate, real estate, business law and debtor/creditor. For more information contact, Janet King at Bakke Norman, S.C. at 715-6844545 or jking@bakkenorman.com. submitted ••• ST. CROIX FALLS - The Polk County Genealogy Society will staff the Little Red Schoolhouse for the four days of the Polk County air. All members are encouraged to join in the July program as a working session on Monday, July 16, 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. with a noon break at the fairgrounds at St. Croix Falls, helping to clean up the Little Red Schoolhouse prior to the fair opening. PCGS will treat the workers to lunch at the church hall directly across from the schoolhouse. This is a good time to bring any schoolhouse items or genealogy items for display. While there is a lock on the schoolhouse door, personal responsibility for your artifacts is necessary. -- submitted ••• ST. CROIX FALLS - Celebrate the St. Croix River with the St. Croix Sojourn, a day of on-river activities and presentations scheduled for Saturday, July 14. Hosted by the National Park Service, Minnesota State Parks, and Wisconsin State Parks this event features family fun, river stewardship and watershed learning. Enjoy the day with a self-guided, six-mile paddle down the historic and scenic St. Croix River. State park naturalists, park rangers and volunteer artisans will be available at stops along the way to share stories of the river valley’s past, its unique geology and the inspiration of its scenic beauty. A passport stamp booklet will be available to allow participants to receive a special reward at the end of the trip. Children can also participate in an onriver virtual scavenger hunt and special activities at the landings. submitted

Services set for Kenneth L. Ruhn FREDERIC - Kenneth L. Ruhn, lifetime resident of Frederic, died Sunday, July 1, at the age of 91. Visitation will be held Thursday, July 5, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Rowe Funeral Home, Frederic. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, July 6, also at the funeral home. A complete obituary will be published in a future issue of the Leader.

Services pending for Frank Harvey LUCK – Frank Harvey, 63, Luck, passed away on July 2, 2012, at the Cumberland Memorial Hospital. Services for Frank are currently being arranged. For updated information, please visit kolstadfamilyfuneralhome.com. A complete obituary will be published in a future issue of the Leader. The Kolstad Family Funeral Home of Centuria has been entrusted with arrangements.

JULY 4, 2012 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NEWS SECTION - A - PAGE 3

Golden Age Manor has increased loss for 2011 Future planning under way for home by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer AMERY – Golden Age Manor, the Polk County-owned nursing home in Amery, had a loss before transfers of $456,633 for 2011, an increased loss of $126,311 over 2010. The audited figures were released Tuesday, June 26, at the GAM Board meeting in Balsam Lake. The losses include a decrease in revenues and an increase in expenses offset by an increase in state supplemental payments. However, county Administrator Dana Frey told the board that changes have been made and the home should break even for 2012. GAM had a total operating revenue of $6,677,000 in 2011, down $59,000 from the 2010 revenue of $6,736,000. Operating expenses were $7,992,000, an increase of $188,000 over the 2010 expense of $7,804,000. Adjusting for the supplemental payment revenue of $859,000 received from the state, an increase of $126,000 results in the $457,000 loss. An additional transfer to the county general fund brings the GAM 2011 loss to $509,184.

Frey and GAM Administrator Dana Reese said the change for 2011 occurred in part because occupancy was down for several months, but staffing costs were not reduced. Reese said that staffing changes in 2012 have resulted in savings, with the overtime costs cut in half through the end of May. GAM no longer releases monthly financial details, but Reese said the current occupancy rate is 92.1 percent, slightly below the planned rate of 94 percent. Harlen Hegdahl is the new public member of the GAM Board, replacing David Ollman who did not apply for another term on the five-member governing board. Hegdahl is the Milltown Town Board chair and the owner of a software company.

Future GAM plans Reese asked the board members to take part in the GAM strategic planning process by identifying what they see as external opportunities and threats for the home. This process, which all county departments and boards are now doing, will establish a long-term plan for each part of the county. Reese and Deb Peterson, Polk County Buildings director, each

told the Leader that as part of that planning, they are looking at the nursing home building needs. A GAM facility assessment completed last October by Johnson Controls identified $2.4 million in building improvements in the next 10 years, including $1.4 million in projects within three years. The nursing home building is 53 years old, and a large item in the Johnson Control assessment is the original hot-water boilers. Peterson and Reese said that the assessment is being reviewed. Frey, in a report delivered in May 2011 on GAM operation, identified his own list of longterm issues. Leading that list is what he says is the need to offset the eventual obsolescence of the 53-year-old facility with a major capital investment. He continues, “Further, the stand-alone nursing home model may no longer be financially sustainable.” Frey said that a future investment in an updated and expanded facility may not be a decision future boards decide to take. He says that this might be offset by the projected growth of the 65-plus population in Polk County. The strategic plan may take all these issues into consideration. Reese said the roll of nurs-

GAM to celebrate 500 years of life Party for five centenarians in July by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer AMERY – Bertha Ander, Phillip Karis, Grace Peterson, Beatrice Meyer and Frances Merth are all turning 100 years old this year. The five are residents of Golden Age Manor, and the nursing home is having a centenarian celebration family picnic in their honor on Tuesday, July 17, at noon. Guests must RSVP by July 10, so the home can make plans. Call the GAM office at 715-268-7107 to make reservations. The picnic costs $3 per person. ing homes as part of the continuum of care options is part of the process.

Backstroking while intoxicated? Drunk boater tries to escape by swimming by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer DRESSER – Reports of a reckless boater on Sand Lake near Dresser on Saturday, June 30, led to a bizarre confrontation between the boater and authorities, as the man attempted to elude the police by swimming. According to a probable cause report filed by the Polk County Sheriff’s Department, reports came in that a man was piloting his high-performance Stingraystyle ski boat recklessly, almost hitting swimmers and allegedly

trying to swamp o t h e r boats. When a s h e riff ’ s deputy arrived, several people pointed James Lynch out the boat in question, which was stalled out, with the pilot trying to get it started. The deputy was able to make contact with the man in question, later identified as James A. Lynch, 27, Dresser.

However, Lynch refused to come to shore to answer deputy questions, and instead, towed the boat ashore by swimming, but then spent over two hours swimming away from police, avoiding them at all times and refusing to come ashore, in spite of calls that he was under arrest. After repeated threats, police used pepper spray to get Lynch to comply, eventually taking him into custody, where the deputies noted he had slurred speech and smelled of alcohol. He was arrested and taken in for a blood draw, and later taken to the Polk County Jail. Lynch has since been charged with felony second-degree reck-

less endangerment, as well as four other misdemeanor charges of disorderly conduct, resisting arrest and two counts of bail jumping. He also faces pending charges of intoxicated boating. He went before Judge Molly GaleWyrick on Monday, July 2, where she set a $1,500 cash bond for his release, as well as a July 5 preliminary hearing, where Judge Jeffery Anderson will decide if enough evidence exists to move ahead to trial. Lynch is currently on probation for pending charges of driving while intoxicated - his third. That case was set to head to trial this coming December.

School board finds its stride amid marathon of meetings by Jean Koelz Leader staff writer SIREN—On Monday, June 25, the Siren School Board met for its regular monthly meeting, which was the first opportunity to officially approve the minutes from the numerous meetings that have taken place since the school fire on May 29. Between committee meetings and special board meetings, the board had to review and approve the minutes from no less than 10 meetings—and that’s not counting the weekly informational meetings being held Wednesday mornings at 9 a.m. “Things are really good,” district Administrator Scott Johnson said while praising staff members for their cooperation and thanking the board members for their availability. “Busy, but good. That’s a good sign for our school district.” The biggest item of interest is the building repair. Market & Johnson of Eau Claire was awarded the bid to rebuild the small gym. The new gym will have wooden bleachers and a wooden floor. It will be 20 feet longer, and will appear much higher because the walls, currently 13 feet high, will rise 24

feet before arching toward the ceiling. Board President Jeff Howe joked, “We’ll have to start calling it the ‘medium gym.’ It’s going to be really nice.” However, the new wall/ceiling design will create extra load, so all the surrounding walls will need reinforcement. Progress on the building repairs has been expedited by the board’s decision to grant the building and grounds committee discretion to make all decisions being handled through the insurance claim, provided there are no incremental costs to the district. Construction on the large gym roof has already begun and needs to be completed by the time the new gym floor installation begins Monday, July 9. There has been much progress on the rest of the building, as every square foot from floor to ceiling has been cleaned. Only traces of odor remain, and the staff has been able to inventory and clean the classrooms as well as prepare orders for replacement equipment and supplies. Principal Peggy Ryan reported that about three-fourths of the student property has been picked up, along with report cards and schedules for next

year. In other business, the board approved a second reading of the Title I Parent Policy, approved the K-12 student handbooks and approved the employee handbooks. And in closed session, the board accepted the resignations of the school nurse, Valerie Vollendorf,

and the special education director, Lorna Margenau, who has accepted a new position that allows her to return to CESA 10. The special school board meeting for Wednesday, June 27, was canceled, and the next meeting is scheduled for Monday, July 23.

ATV grant a no-go at Luck by Mary Stirrat Leader staff writer LUCK — Officials with the village of Luck were notified last week that the application for a grant to build an ATV park on the north side of the village was not approved. The Department of Natural Resources grant would have fully funded development of the park using money from ATV registrations. There was a great deal of controversy earlier this year when the village began discussing the possibility of developing an ATV park. Neighbors to the proposed park property and area silentsports enthusiasts argued that

the development would destroy the peace and solitude. A committee was formed to investigate the noise an ATV park would create, reporting to the village plan commission. The plan commission recommended that the village board not pursue the grant, but the board voted 5 to 1 to make an application. The application deadline was April 15. According to village Administrator Kristina Handt, there was a motion to approve the grant but it but it died for lack of a second. “They encouraged us to work out the local problems and apply again next year,” she said.

PAGE 4 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NEWS SECTION - A - JULY 4, 2012

Luck School referendum projects outlined All lunch prices to increase by Mary Stirrat Leader staff writer LUCK — Voters living in the Luck School District will likely be voting on a bond referendum this November, giving the school either the thumbs up or thumbs down to borrowing for maintenance and safety projects. This past Wednesday, June 27, the school board met with Tom Hanley of SDS Architects, Eau Claire, to look at budgets for the projects. In order to meet state statutes for holding the referendum vote, the board will need to determine the projects that will be targeted and vote on the exact amount of the loan. SDS had been directed by the board to provide cost estimates for a variety of projects, which Hanley presented to the board last week. The total amount for those projects, including a 25 percent contingency/fee fund, was $2.4 million. “These are very preliminary numbers,” Hanley told the board. Some of the projects, he noted, could easily be pulled out as stand-alone projects to be done at a later date, but the board will need to determine the priorities. The school’s current debt will be paid off during the 2013-14 school year, and payments on the new debt, if the referendum passes, would not start until after that time. The first item on the list of needed facility improvements is new roofing over the elementary school and the boiler room. If the old roof needs to be completely removed, estimated cost for this project is $183,000. Plumbing related items, including the replacement of most of the bathroom fixtures, piping in the older portion of the lower level, and repiping to eliminate an electric hot water heater, is estimated at $357,500. This figure includes $89,000 for general work, including tearing open the walls and replacing tile that will be affected. Costs related to updating the heating, ventilation and air conditioning system are estimated at $195,000. Most of these costs are related to adding air conditioning to the F.A.C.E. area and replacement of the condensing system in the east elementary wing. The project carrying the biggest ticket is

the electrical system, at $602,000. This includes upgrades to the wiring, panel boards and circuits in the elementary school ($50,000), replacement of the public address s y s t e m ($117,000), and replacement of the fire alarm Luck senior Katelyn system ($195,000 Dinnies is the new student without sprinrepresentative to the Luck k l e r s ) . School Board of EducaA nonemertion. Her role is to bring gency generator, the concerns, ideas, and with site modifihappenings of the stu- cations needed dents to the board. to accommodate it, is estimated at $235,000. At this time, said district Administrator Rick Palmer, the school has no backup power even though it is designated as an emergency shelter for the community. If the school were needed as a shelter, he said, there is no backup power for showers or food preparation. The cost for an emergency generator, which would provide full power to the school in case of an emergency, is “astronomical,” said Hanley. The nonemergency, propane-operated generator included in the project estimates would keep critical items like freezers, coolers, and pumps running. Emergency lighting and the elevator would be operational. Typically, he said, new schools being built include a nonemergency generator but rarely an emergency generator. The next item on the list is $69,000 for exterior upgrades like resurfacing the tennis courts, repairing sidewalks, and sealing and tuckpointing. This is followed with $16,500 to replace 11 windows in the high school, almost all of which are not operational. Adding one bay to the bus garage, including plumbing, HVAC, electrical and sitework, is estimated at $172,500, a 1,000square-foot storage building at $100,000, and upgrades to the main entry, including a canopy and modifications to the doors and foyer, at $90,000. Painting, replacement of stair treads

and carpet, and replacement of asbestoscontaining tiles is estimated at $103,100. The final item, insulating the high school office walls, is estimated at $21,900. If details are worked out by August to meet deadlines for a Nov. 6 referendum, said Hanley, and if the referendum passes, work would be bid out in the winter so contracts could be awarded by the end of February. Projects would be started as soon as school is out in 2013, with most completed by the end of summer vacation.

Lunch prices A clarification on funding sources for the food service program means that lunch prices will be increasing at Luck for the 2012-13 school year. The price of each lunch will increase by 10 cents for students in kindergarten through third grade, and 15 cents for all others. The written clarification, which came from the Department of Public Instruction and was based on a ruling from the US Department of Agriculture, states that schools must ensure that sufficient funds will be provided to cover the lunch costs for students who are not eligible for free or reduced meals. “Schools no longer have full discretion when determining lunch prices,” said the memorandum from DPI, which included a “tool” to help districts determine pricing. Ten cents per year is the greatest annual increase required by the ruling. Luck’s weighted average meal price, which is used to determine allowable pricing, is $2.17 per meal. Prices for the 201112 school year were $2 for K-3, $2.10 for grades 4-6, $2.30 for 7-12, and $3 for adults. Last year’s pricing structure, noted Palmer, left the hot lunch fund a little short. New prices will be $2.10 for K-3, $2.25 for grades 4-6, $2.45 for high school, and $3.15 for adults. The change, said Palmer, will add $5,600 to the food service fund. “That would help with our deficit in the hot lunch program,” he said. “It’s still really a bargain.” Other business • Palmer said he will be attending a July 18 workshop on alternative teacher compensation structures, offered by the Wisconsin Association of School Boards. • New health insurance rates have not

Tom Hanley, president/architect at SDS Architects, Eau Claire. — Photos by Mary Stirrat yet been obtained, but Palmer said that usage is at 71.8 percent. This means that 71.8 percent of revenue was paid out in claims. “That’s really a good number for us,” he said, noting that anything under 100 percent is good for the budget. • Resignations were accepted from part-time food service employee Alice Swenson and LD special education teacher Rebecca Odden. • The board voted to renew the district’s membership in Association for Equity in Funding, at $300 per year, and membership in Wisconsin Association of School Boards, at $2,379. Both membership fees are based on enrollment numbers. • Property and liability insurance for the 2012-13 school year was approved, with a 5.5 percent increase over last year. This year’s cost will be $67,204, compared with $63,682 last year. The district usually receives a refund of $8,000 to $9,000 a year, said Palmer. • The board was presented with a copy of the new information and technology plan developed by media specialist Lori Nelson. “It was a tremendous task,” said Palmer. The plan is required in order to qualify for a number of grants, he said.

Community Referral Agency broadens its work in 2011 Domestic violence, sexual assault continue as community threat by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer MILLTOWN – Domestic violence and sexual assault remain serious issues in our communities, and the Community Referral Agency continues its commitment to work for the elimination of violence against all people while it provides shelter to battered individuals and their children. The dual roles of personal assistance and public outreach were highlighted during the annual meeting of CRA last Tuesday, June 26, near Milltown. CRA board President Chris Crowe and Executive Director Ann Frey said 2011 has been a year of strengthening its missions and developing new programs. During the meeting two new members joined the CRA Board, four longtime retiring directors were thanked for their service, and the many volunteers who help CRA do its work were recognized. New and expanded programs Women incarcerated in the Polk County Jail are served by a revised domestic violence education program operated by CRA. A full-time children/youth advocate has been added to the program which provided 1,173 hours of advocacy for 255 individuals and 720 hours of counseling/ support for 384 individuals. Shelter clients are helped to gain empowerment and self-sufficiency by CRA through a new in-shelter office with computer access where clients can search out employment and housing opportunities. Then CRA helps provide transportation to

The CRA Board and staff. - Photos by Gregg Westigard job interviews and landlord visits. CRA has provided needed transportation for medical and legal needs. In 2011, CRA provided 12,900 miles of transportation for its clients. And CRA has opened a sexual assault victims advocacy office in Barron County in addition to the existing program in Burnett County. The offices provided 683 hours of advocacy and support to 163 sexual assault victims in 2011. The shelter CRA continues its original core mission of providing immediate emergency shelter for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Female survivors are housed at the shelter in Milltown. Male survivors are housed in area motels. In 2011, a total of 3,772 days of shelter was provided to 52 adults and 59 children. That number was down from the 2010 day count but double the annual day count from 2009 and before. Victims brought into the shelters are offered, first, security and then, counseling and support to help the victims with their

personal, legal and medical needs as they start to re-establish their lives. CRA does not release its financial information, but Frey, completing her first year as executive director, said operating funds come mainly from foundation grants and government programs, and almost all the money goes into direct support and service to the clients. The volunteer hours assist the program and allow it to do additional things beyond the scope of the grants. The helpers The work of CRA is carried out by a fulltime staff of seven plus four part-time residence staff and by many volunteers. In 2011, 36 volunteers contributed 1,025 hours of service and donated 4,366 miles of transportation. Those volunteers do everything from legal advocacy and fundraising to fixing doors at the shelter. The CRA Board of Directors provides many hours of volunteer time to help the organization set its policies and carry out

Cherise Miller (left) and Kristina Handt were welcomed to the CRA Board by board President Chris Crowe. its duties. This year, four directors retired from the board, including Ardyce Knauber after 15 years of service, Bob Stage after seven years, and Dan Siebrasse and Mike Rust who each served four years. Kristina Handt and Cherise Miller were elected to the board, joining the seven continuing board members Chris Crowe, Pastor Freddie Kirk, Dr. Amy Ludwikowski, Jamie McCready, Joann Phernetton, Melissa Rapp and Tim Strohbusch. “This is the hardest job I have ever done,” Frey said during her report. “But the reward is so great when we can help someone. The shelter provides a good place for people to be. But there is much to do, and there are funding challenges in the coming year.”

JULY 4, 2012 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NEWS SECTION - A - PAGE 5

Feeding an army of volunteers

TeenServe plans come together with a few vacancies

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer LUCK – The army is assembling. Supply lines, food, transportation, support workers, long-range plans, even paint has arrived for the mobilization. While it may seem like a military exercise, it is in fact a vacation project for about 200 folks who are soon to be the most popular folk in western Wisconsin. In the coming week, from July 8-14, a literal army of teens and adults in the TeenServe program will ascend onto our region from five states, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Ohio, Michigan and Iowa, prepared to spend their own free time in the summer working on local homes. They even paid their own way for the “privilege.” So yeah, they should be pretty popular, all right. “I can’t wait for them!” exclaimed Donna Wright, of Luck, who has multiple sclerosis and is among the TeenServe program’s focus. “They’re not only painting my house, but they’re building me a wheelchair ramp.” Wright is one of three dozen or so local homeowners who will be on the receiving end of those 200 volunteers talents and time, at no cost to them. While Wright is generally able to get around, she admits that will not likely last forever, and said that is one of MS’s “wild cards,” as the disease can affect everyone differently, and at different degrees and time lines. She is unable to work and has troubles walking or keeping her balance, but she knows what the future is likely to be worse, and the wheelchair ramp is her preparing for that possibility. “It’s a very good opportunity for me,” she admitted. “There’s no way I could ever paint the house; and the ramp? Well, who knows that the future will bring. Everybody with MS is different, but the symptoms can be the same. It’s debilitating, and most people end up in wheelchairs.” But Wright keeps her chin up, and she is rightfully proud of her sharp twin home/duplex on Fourth Street in Luck. She appreciates the painting and construction, and with the savings, she is combining with her neigh-

bor to pay for roofing and other cosmetic improvements after the TeenServe work. “It’s gonna look nice when it’s done!” She said with a grin. The TeenServe program began assembling earlier this week, as trucks carrying supplies rolled into Unity School, where the 200 volunteers will spend most of next week when they are not fixing or painting local homes of folks who can’t do it themselves. From eating, sleeping, showering and recovering, the volunteers will use the school as a base camp/ headquarters, something the school district has prepared for since last year. It obviously takes some time and effort to support an army, and the local TeenServe group size is the military equivalent of a small infantry battalion, or several companies or platoons. We’re talking lots of mouths to feed, and it’s all a sort of public service project. TeenServe is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, currently based in Holcombe and founded in 1999 by Jeff and Lori LaBelle in Minneapolis. Working together and partnering with Habitat for Humanity and other organizations, TeenServe has organized 42 WorkCamps and ServeCamps in 27 locations. They have had 9,809 participants and have completed work on 1,812 homes. Those work camps have been held in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Minnesota, Michigan, Missouri, Ohio, Tennessee, and of course, Wisconsin. The Unity HQ will be named Wild Rivers WorkCamp and is already in operation, preparing for the flood of youthful talent over July 8-14, as they spread their skills and labors “These kids are all paying $400 each to come and help out 40 local families through painting and other repair projects,” Wild Rivers HFH Director Eric Kube stated. “We have had a good response from our call for help, but we still need some help in a couple of areas.” Kube notes that the kids are the ones making the efforts, and he’s hoping others realize what a gift of labor and volunteerism it really is. “This really is something special,” he said. “I just hope we can get enough people to make sure it happens.” Like Kube said, the TeenServe efforts will take place at between 30 and 40 local homes, mainly in painting, although about one quarter of their time and projects will include things like Donna Wright’s wheelchair ramp, or other basic carpentry projects, all within about a 25-mile radius of Unity School.

Donna Wright of Luck sits on the front deck of her home, beside where TeenServe volunteers will build her a wheelchair ramp, as well as paint her home. – Photo by Greg Marsten There are a few holes left to fill in the support crews, from evening coffeehouse staffing to breakfast staffers at Unity School from 6-9 a.m. to evening kitchen duty and even cleanup and loading duties as they finish their week. “Together we can make this week incredible for the families being served and for these teens coming to serve!” Kube said. Wright may not be able to help the kids who paint her home or build her wheelchair ramp, but that doesn’t mean she isn’t planning something special. “I’ve got my garden hose ready if it’s hot!” she joked. “But I planned on making some cookies or lemonade for ‘em while they’re working. I just hope it’s fun for them, and I really can’t wait.” To volunteer or donate time to the TeenServe project and support, call 715-483-2700.

This home in Siren, along with about 40 other homes, will be repaired and painted by a large group of volunteers during the week of July 8. - Photos submitted unless otherwise noted

Maurice Hayes, Amery, volunteer with Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity, mixed the paint for the 40 homes that will be painted in one week by a large group of volunteers through a collaboration between Habitat, TeenServe and Valspar paint.

Salvation Army kicks off Christmas in July The Salvation Army of Polk and Burnett counties has been bringing hope to the less fortunate for over 100 years. It provides rent, utility, transportation and medication assistance for families in need. With the economic downturn and job loss in our communities your help is needed more than ever. Demand for their service is up and funding down. The Salvation Army has set a goal of $10,000 for the Christmas in July bell-ringing program which will be taking place from July 1 through July 31 at a variety of sites. People wishing to volunteer should call 715-485-1221. - Photo submitted 560781

29-36a-ep 40-47r,Lp

PAGE 6 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NEWS SECTION - A - JULY 4, 2012

A year without shade/from page 1

Standing outside their home the couple of 61 years beamed as they Gene and Marilyn Gronlund’s porch was destroyed when the large oak tree in their front yard was toppled during the storm that hit the posed for a year-after-the-storm photo. “We’ve always been so thankful that everything worked out. We’re happy.” Grantsburg area on July 1, 2011.

Another view of the Gronlund home following the July 1, 2011, storm.

Photos by Priscilla Bauer

564607 46Lp 36a,b,c,dp

RIGHT: Marilyn Gronlund looked at the place on the porch where she was standing when the storm hit. Now a year later, the porch has been rebuilt to the Gronlunds liking. “It’s a much nicer porch,” commented Marilyn, smiling.

NORTH MEMORIAL AMBULANCE

announces an upcoming

EMT CLASS

North Memorial Ambulance is currently recruiting people who may be interested in becoming an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and working for the local ambulance service. With ambulances located in Grantsburg, Webster, Danbury, A & H and Spooner, we hope to recruit additional EMTs to fill open positions. North Ambulance currently has both paid and “oncall” positions available. North Memorial Ambulance will reimburse 100% of the expenses of the course upon successful completion of the class and subsequent employment with our service.

For those who may be interested in becoming an EMT, the following EMT basic course will be held in the area:

564256 46-47L

missed the lilacs we had on the farm, so we’re going to plant one out in front of the house.” The Gronlunds made the move off the farm to their cozy home on St. George Avenue 19 years ago, where they lived peacefully until the July 1, 2011, storm with tornado-force winds toppled the oak tree right onto their house. When Marilyn was interviewed about the damage to their home a day after the storm, tears welled in her eyes. “The lights went out around 7 p.m. I came out on the porch to get some candles from the cupboard. And just as I reached for a candle, the storm hit and the tree came down on the porch right above me.” Both the Gronlunds said they hadn’t thought the storm was going to be that bad, saying it happened so quickly they didn’t have time to get scared. “It was so unexpected,” said Gene. “The wind came in such a hurry.” Now a year later, there were no tears, just smiles as the Gronlunds showed off their new porch. “When we woke up the morning after the storm, Wayne Lake and his crew were already here cutting up the tree,” remembered the Gronlunds. “They were just the best ever.” “We have nothing to complain about,” said Gene. “Everyone from our insurance agent, Gary Nelson, our insurance company, and Wayne’s construction were great.” The porch ended up having to be completely torn down and rebuilt to the Gronlunds specifications. “We have the porch the way we wanted it,” said Marilyn. “It’s a much nicer porch now. The Gronlunds said they didn’t do anything special to commemorate the July 1 storm. “Of course we remembered the storm. But it’s funny, our wedding anniversary is June 30,” laughed Marilyn, of the obviously much more important date to celebrate. Standing outside their home the couple of 61 years beamed as they posed for a year-after-the-storm photo. “We’ve always been so thankful that everything worked out. We’re happy.”

TOWN OF SCOTT TOWN HALL

Starting Tuesday, September 4, 2012, finishing December 27, 2012. Held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, 6 - 10 p.m. To register contact WITC at 1-800-243-9482, extension 5221 or visit www.witc.edu for further information. If you have questions regarding North Memorial Ambulance, please call 715-866-7990, ask for Mark or Joe.

Come and join our team!

563864 35a 46L

JULY 4, 2012 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NEWS SECTION - A - PAGE 7

Balsam Lake changes legal course Chooses a new law firm on a trial basis

Cheryl Clemons of Harmony Environmental Services is hoping to work with the village of Balsam Lake to assist in a storm-water management plan, to keep sediment from polluting Balsam Lake. Adam Jarchow of the Bakke/Norman law firm is the new Balsam Lake village attorney. He made a pitch to the board on Monday, July 2, noting his firm’s experience in municipal law. – Photos by Greg Marsten The board moved to hire Bakke/Norman on a one-month trial basis to start, with future agreements to be determined. In other board business: • Police Chief Tom Thompson said the village police department is in the process of being trained to offer boater safety training courses, and also hinted at an innovative offering to assist boaters who may not have enough life jackets, with a unique “donor lifejacket” program. He also commended the village crew for assistance with the recent Freedom Fest activities, and reminded people to take part in the National Night Out on Aug. 7, stating his department would assist in planning neighborhood parties or events to fight crime from within. “We’ll be offering block leader training (for Night Out parties), but we really want people to make it a party and get together and talk about preventing crime,” Thompson said. Thompson also said that the village will partner with the Boy Scouts to offer male and female Explorer programs, to learn the values of Scouting, as well as a Police Athletic League, where officers would take part in sporting activities with local youth. “It shows that cops aren’t just out to arrest people,” he said. “And it gets them a little time with the kids in town.” • Thompson said he is starting the process of replacing or adding to the village squad fleet, noting that their current squad car, a Ford Crown Victoria, is approaching 8 years old, and is no longer in production. He said they have $29,000 in their capital improvement fund, which may or may not be enough to replace the Ford. “It depends on what we get,” Thompson said. “Some people have suggested we get a truck, but that probably wouldn’t be enough [to buy a squad truck].”

He suggested replacing the Ford, but keeping it as a backup car, as it has 60,000 miles, but more than twice that in “idle time” on the engine. He will begin the research process and bring ideas forth in the coming months. • Cheryl Clemons of Harmony Environmental Services of Amery proposed working with the village and the Balsam Lake Protection District to do an innovative water quality protection program, starting at the two boat launches in the village, and also including homeowners and educational offerings, on top of storm-water runoff mitigation, possibly seeking grants to cover the costs. “I know the lake is important to the village,” Clemons said. “I think there’s some

ummer S S 20% OFF 25-50% OFF

OUR

20% OFF

All Our Beautiful Perennials As Low As $3.51

IS ale ON!

25-50% OFF

Many Selected Annuals Or Enjoy Fresh “Summer Crop” Choices

Wood Wo o d River R i v e r Garden Ga rd e n Store St o re Is Is Northwest No r t h w e s t Wisconsin’s Wi s c o n s i n ’ s Tree Tre e & Shrub Sh r u b Headquarters He a d q u a r t e r s

Large sizes for fast finish or economy-sized for price value. Over 300 varieties in stock. Wood River will Delivery and planting service available. be open July 4 from Thousands in stock ready to go. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Expert advice to guide you through your project. Village Floral is closed July 4.

Wood River Garden Store

Village Floral & Gifts

4 miles east of Grantsburg 12099 State Rd. 70 • 715-463-2426

At Stoplight in Grantsburg 715-463-5695 or 800-262-2426

Burnett County’s Destination Garden Center

www.woodrivergardenstore.com

Fresh Flowers • Plants • Gifts

www.villagefloralgrantsburg.com

www.facebook.com/woodrivergardenstore

564202 35a 46L

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – The Balsam Lake Village Board chose to put all their legal eggs in one brand-new basket at their Monday, July 2, meeting, changing their legal representation from local attorneys to the Bakke/Norman Law Firm instead. Village Trustee Josh Hallberg said he conferred with village attorney Bruce Anderson recently about whether he would mind passing off the bulk of the village’s legal duties to another firm, and he reportedly said it would be just fine. Anderson was technically still the interim village attorney after the June 2010 death of Anderson’s former legal partner, John Schneider, in a freak construction accident. Anderson took over the bulk of the village’s legal representation, in spite of an already busy calendar. Hallberg approached attorney Adam Jarchow of Bakke/Norman to make a pitch to the board, who outlined how his firm may be able to magnify their specialties and enhance village projects, such as business growth and industrial park agreements. “A lot of the things you guys are trying to accomplish, new businesses, enhancing the local economy ... are things we could work together on,” Jarchow said, noting that his New Richmond-based firm has three attorneys that concentrate a bulk of their time to municipal law, with specialists in employment law, municipal and circuit court prosecutorial experience, and the portfolio of over three dozen other municipalities they represent. “My belief is we have close to 100 years of municipal experience,” Jarchow added. The board seemed open to the idea and had a hard time turning down Jarchow’s offer of a month of service without charge, to determine if it is a good fit, and to also decide on how to charge, either by the hour or on a flat fee. Jarchow said the firm usually charges between $250-$300 per hour for typical service, but $150 hourly for municipal law. Not everyone was all in on the idea, as village President Guy Williams noted that just last month the board passed a sweeping, but nonbinding, policy that they would keep as much village business as local as possible, and Anderson’s law office is right down the street from the village office. “I can see what you’re saying,” Trustee Geno D’Agostino said. “But dealing with the law, I think it’s good to have it all under one roof. Things get more stable, clear and more concise.” The village also farms certain, smaller legal tasks out to another local attorney, but Trustee Jeff Reed said that any attorney contracts were easily voided. “It may be time to work with just one firm,” stated Trustee Mike Voeltz.

opportunity to work with the boat landings.” She cited a similar, grant-based program that is being implemented in Amery, capturing storm-water runoff in “cell ponds” to allow filtration to prevent sediment from reaching the lakes, and she added that homeowner education is essential to such a program and can mean water quality improvements. The board took no action, but later saw fit to ask Clemons for her opinion on goose dropping pollution at one of the village beaches, and seemed to support her efforts. Clemons also suggested dovetailing such a program with long-range plans for trail development and other activities to highlight village improvement efforts. • The board moved to have the new attorney, Adam Jarchow, tackle a legal document so the village can possibly lend out or trade the use of their high-lift mobile scaffolding to a local business, specifically Bishop Manufacturing, which allows the village to use their property for fire department and highway department training. • The board approved a new labor contract that adjusts some duties and hours of the part-time clerks help, and also approved a union contract for represented employees, with no real changes. • The board approved a 35-mph speed limit on a previously unmarked portion of Pleasant Avenue, east beyond Hwy. 46 toward Perry Mound.

DANBURY DANBURY D DAYS AYS 2012 2012 Saturday, Saturday, July July 7

10 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Food samples at Wayne’s Foods Plus Noon: Pulled pork sandwiches & beer at the fire hall Brats, hot dogs & burgers for sale by the Lions DANBURY’S 100TH-ANNIVERSARY COOKBOOK, RAFFLE TICKETS, T-SHIRTS & DUCK RACE TICKETS FOR SALE BY THE TOWN HALL 4 p.m.: Parade lineup on west end of town by mini storage 5 p.m.: Parade travels east from mini storage to S. Glass Street 6:30 p.m.: 8th-annual Duck Race on the Yellow River. Tickets can be purchased at local businesses until July 6, then outside the Town Hall on July 7 from Noon - 4 p.m. 7:30 p.m.: Sawdust pile at the fire hall up to age 12

FIREWORKS FIREWORKS DISPLAY DISPLAY P PUT UT O ON NB BY YT THE HE ST. ST. C CROIX ROIX C CASINO ASINO - D DANBURY ANBURY A AT TD DUSK USK

If you would like to participate in the parade, contact Karen Langer at 715-656-3116

NO PARKING ON MAIN STREET FROM 4 - 6 P.M. Sponsored by the Danbury Area Chamber of Commerce & the Danbury Lions Club

564119 46Lp

564253 46Lp

PAGE 8 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NEWS SECTION - A - JULY 4, 2012

COMMUNITY

VIEWPOINTS

SEND YOUR VIEWS AND FEEDBACK TO: INTER-COUNTY LEADER, BOX 490, FREDERIC, WI 54837 OR E-MAIL: leadernewsroom@gmail.com Letters to the editor •

• Joe Heller •

Ironic I keep seeing a television spot critical of President Obama’s health-care plan, paid for by some group with a pleasant-but-unrevealing name that obviously has big pockets. I have also noticed that a recent poll reveals that a majority of Americans are against the president’s health-care plan, even while they strongly support most of the provisions in it. It appears someone has done a good job of selling the public against the idea of ObamaCare, in spite of all the good that they must not realize it accomplishes. The one aspect of the program to which a majority of Americans do object is the requirement for everyone to have health insurance. Ironically, that was a provision of the bill made necessary in order to find a compromise with Congressional Republicans (and “conservative” Democrats) to get the bill passed. It is ironic that what we least like about this health-care plan, and that to which the opposition now vehemently objects, is that very part that was made necessary by that opposition. Without the compromises which the president was forced to make, we could indeed have had a much better plan. Pastor David Almlie Frederic

It starts at home

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

• Where to write • President Barack Obama 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. Washington, D.C. 20500 www.whitehouse.gov/contact/ Gov. Scott Walker Wisconsin State Capitol Madison, WI 53707 transition@wisconsin.gov Congressman Sean Duffy (7th District) 1208 Longworth House Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510 202-225-3365 U.S. Sen. Herb Kohl 330 Hart Senate Office Bldg. Washington, D.C. 20510 715-832-8492 senator_kohl@kohl.senate.gov

Rep. Erik Severson (28th District) Room 312 North State Capitol Madison, WI 53708 608-267-2365 • 888-529-0028 FAX: 608-282-3628 rep.Severson@legis.state.wi.us Rep. Roger RIvard (75th District) State Capitol Room 307 North P.O. Box 8952, Madison, WI 608-266-2519 • 888-534-0075 rep.rivard@legis.wi.gov U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson 2 Russell Courtyard Washington, D.C. 20510 202-224-5323

• Web poll results •

To take part in our poll, go to theleader.net and scroll down to the lower left part of the screen • See front page for this week’s question

T H E

Sen. Robert Jauch (25th District) Room 415 South, State Capitol P.O. Box 7882, Madison, WI 53707 Sen.Jauch@legis.state.wi.us Sen. Sheila Harsdorf (10th District) State Capitol, P.O. Box 7882 Madison, WI 53707 608-266-7745 • 715-232-1390 Toll-free - 800-862-1092 sen.harsdorf@legis.state.wi.us Rep. Nick Milroy (73rd District) Room 8 North, State Capitol P.O. Box 8953, Madison 53708 rep.milroy@legis.state.wi.us

Last week’s question

Last week another child was shot and killed in the Twin Cities. He was a little 5-year-old boy, just sleeping in his house on a calm summer morning. He hasn’t experienced his school years, having a girlfriend, driving a car or learning what life is going to be. Some may say he was in the wrong spot at the wrong time, but that wasn’t his fault, and it’s not the point of this letter. He was killed due to hatred. And this is not something we haven’t heard before, it’s not new news, and to some of us it’s becoming something we aren’t shocked to hear. A loving, giving woman was murdered in the Cities a few weeks ago. Reports said she would give you the shirt off her back, she was loved by many, as was the little boy. We hear this on the news too much. Why is this a story we are getting used to? Why are people killing each other in drive-bys

and random acts of madness? When we were children, we didn’t hear of this happening, we knew our neighbors, we went to school and church with them and we all felt safe. This should be a shock to all of us, and we should do something to stop it. It belongs to all of us to care about our neighbors, and it starts at home. With loving our kids, teach them not to hate because someone is of another color, religion or ethnicity. We’re all on the same ride folks. Sharon Pilsner Frederic

Now it’s your turn In upholding the constitutionality of ObamaCare last week, the U.S. Supreme Court put the ball squarely in the people’s court to decide its final fate this November. Chief Justice Roberts made a point to note in the majority opinion that the ruling was not a comment on the wisdom of the legislation. The American public, however, made that judgment long ago: polls have consistently shown that about 60 percent do not support it. The people have good reason to disapprove of the intrusive law. In spite of the web of new federal rules and regulations, health-care costs and premiums continue to increase. The law restricts Americans choice in health care and intrudes on the doctor-patient relationship. Small businesses have greater difficulty hiring workers. We cannot afford the trillions in new spending that the law will cost. Trying to fix problems with a one-sizefits-all big government program causes more trouble than it resolves. Instead, we should put in place common sense, stepby-step reforms based on people making their own free choices with regard to their health care, not government bureaucrats making those choices for them. Roberts wrote in the historic ruling that the court is not responsible to rescue the American people from the consequences of their political actions. Voters must now end government takeover of health care. In the crucial and far-reaching November elections, step up to the plate and elect Mitt Romney and Sean Duffy to repeal ObamaCare and enact real reforms. Laurie Riemer Siren

Area news at a glance • NEW AUBURN — Troy Birkenmeier, 27, New Auburn, faces an attempted homicide charge in the beating of his 40-year-old wife, Stacy. Birkenmeier was taken into custody after he reported his wife injured and unconscious at their home. While deputies were on their way to the scene, a neighbor made a separate call to say that the woman’s daughter reported that her stepfather had beaten her mother. Stacy was treated at the scene, transferred to Bloomer Hospital and later flown to Luther Hospital, Eau Claire, where she was reported in critical condition with what were described as severe brain and neck injuries. Court documents say that Birkenmeier also faces a felony count of aggravated battery and domestic abuse. — from Barron County News-Shield ••• BAYFIELD COUNTY - Bayfield County Sheriff’s Department found a 60-year-old woman from Bayview dead after she was reported missing Tuesday, June 26. A friend of Jane Stamstad said it had been several days since she was seen. The caller went to her house and discovered her car, purse and cell phone but could not find Stamstad. When deputies arrived a short time later, they observed lawn and garden tools near the edge of the property near Lake Superior. They discovered newly pruned branches and a tree pruner about 5 feet over the ledge. According to a news release issued by the sheriff’s department on Wednesday, deputies climbed down about half the distance of the cliff that was more than 90 feet and could see a person who appeared to be dead in Lake Superior. The woman’s body was recovered with the help of the Washburn Fire Department and a boat owned by one of the department’s members. Stamstad’s death has been determined to be accidental. - Superior Telegram ••• RICE LAKE - Construction on the new Hwy. 53/V interchange has caused substantial sediment runoffs into Bear Creek. The water is brown downstream from the highway construction site at Haugen. On Monday morning, July 2, there was an area of visible runoff entering Bear Creek just above the Haugen dam from a large hill of exposed dirt that covered several acres. On Monday afternoon a backhoe was enlarging a retention pond below the dirt pile, and there was a truck with a load of straw bales where the silt was entering the creek. Bear Creek water was clear just upstream from the construction site. Bill Clark, the Department of Natural Resources environmental supervisor at Spooner, said this is the second incident at that site. The DNR met with state Department of Transportation staff and the contractor to identify what was needed to stabilize the large area of open ground. - Rice Lake Chronotype " We learned that the contractor was allowed to open up more ground, about 40 acres,

I N T E R - C O U N T Y

L E A D E R

I S

JULY 4, 2012 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NEWS SECTION - A - PAGE 9

July marks the start of our local county fairs As we bring out the grills and gather with family and friends this summer, we are reminded that summer is also the season to enjoy participating and attending a local county fair. County fairs have long been an important part of Wisconsin’s history, providing valuable opportunities for 4-H and FFA youth, as well as activities and events for the entire family and community. Fairs also highlight the vital

Sheila

Harsdorf 10th District Senate role that agriculture and rural communities have on our state’s economy. The success of our county fairs rests on the thousands of youth who exhibit various projects ranging from the traditional dairy, livestock, crops, clothing and foods

to the more nontraditional, such as computers, rockets, engineering and environmental projects, and the many volunteers and community organizations who give generously of their time and energy. County fairs have a significant economic impact with over 3 million people attending one of Wisconsin’s 76 fairs in 2011, bringing in an estimated $150 million. I encourage you to take time this summer to attend a county fair near you. Here are some of the fairs in our area: • Central Burnett County Fair, Webster, July 12-14

• St. Croix County Fair, Glenwood City, July 18-22 • Dunn County Fair, Menomonie, July 25-29 • Polk County Fair, St. Croix Falls, July 26-29 • Pierce County Fair, Ellsworth, Aug. 9-12 • Burnett County Fair, Grantsburg, Aug. 16-19 As always, I welcome your feedback and input on state issues. You can contact me through harsdorfsenate.com or by calling 800-862-1092.

Dangerous heat arrives: precautions advised MADISON - People are encouraged to take extra precautions this week as hot temperatures and high humidity are causing dangerous conditions in parts of the state. Last summer, five people died and more than 100 people received medical treatment due to extreme heat in Wisconsin. Most of the victims did not have airconditioning. The combination of the warm temperatures and high humidity caused the heat index to rise to over 100 degrees. To help keep cool, here are some tips to keep safe during hot weather: Never leave children, disabled people, or pets in a parked car – even briefly. Temperatures in a car can become life threatening within minutes. On an 80-degree day with sunshine, the temperature inside a car even with the windows cracked slightly can rise 20 to 30 degrees above the outside temperature in 10 to 20 minutes. There have been cases when the inside temperature rose 40 degrees. Keep your living space cool. Cover windows to keep the sun from shining in. If you don’t have an air-conditioner open windows to let air circulate. When it’s hotter than 95 degrees use fans to blow hot air out of the window rather than to blow hot air on your body. Basements or ground floors are often cooler than upper floors. Cooling shelters or locations. If you don’t have air-conditioning, consider going to a shopping center or library. Several communities have also opened up cooling shelters or centers. For locations, visit the ReadyWisconsin Web site at: readywisconsin.wi.gov or contact your local public health department or emergency management office. Look in on your neighbors and family members who may have challenges getting to a cooling center and see how you can help.

The beach at Shell Lake is a popular spot these days with temperatures soaring into the mid-90s with no real end of the searing weather in sight. While it may not be the dog days of summer just yet, it’s beginning to feel like it. - Photo by Jessica Beecroft Slow down and limit physical activity. Plan outings or exertion for the early morning or after dark when temperatures are cooler. Drink plenty of water and eat lightly. Don’t wait for thirst, but instead drink plenty of water throughout the day. Avoid alcohol or caffeine and stay away from hot, heavy meals. Wear lightweight, loose-fitting, lightcolored clothing. Add a hat or umbrella to keep your head cool … and don’t forget sunscreen! Don’t stop taking medication unless your doctor says you should. Take extra care to stay cool and ask your doctor or pharmacist for any special heat advice.

Infants should drink breast milk or formula to get the right balance of water, salts and energy. You may supplement your infant’s fluids with an additional 4 to 8 ounces of water per day, but don’t dilute formula beyond what the instructions say (unless instructed by your doctor). Taking a cool shower or bath will cool you down. A shower or bath will actually work faster than an air-conditioner. Applying cold wet rags to the neck, head and limbs also cools down the body quickly. Call 211 if you or others you know need information about local community and government resources.

People at higher risk of a heat-related illness include: • Older adults and infants and young children • People with chronic heart or lung problems • People with disabilities • Overweight persons • Those who work outdoors or in hot settings • Users of some medications, especially those taken for mental disorders, movement disorders, allergies, depression, and heart or circulatory problems • People who are isolated that don’t know when or how to cool off – or when to call for help Pets and livestock can also suffer from the heat. Make sure all pets and livestock have access to cool, clean water and shade. Try to provide shade for all animals pastured outside. Consider adding shade cloth or tarps to an area to provide shade or open pastures to areas where trees or buildings provide shade. Limit exercising your pet to early-morning or late-evening hours when it is cooler. Some of the signs of heatstroke in pets include heavy panting, glazed eyes, and excessive thirst. Seek veterinary assistance immediately. The heat can cause roads to buckle. Also, expect heavy traffic on Wisconsin roads and highways with the upcoming holiday. Check your routes ahead of time for road construction and other possible delays. Call 511 or go to 511wi.gov for the latest road conditions across Wisconsin. For lifesaving tips and other information, visit the ReadyWisconsin Web site at: readywisconsin.wi.gov or contact your county emergency management office, the National Weather Service or your local public health department. - submitted

Federal agency ranks Wisconsin high in health-care quality “Patients can be glad they live in Wisconsin” MADISON - The federal Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality released data recently that confirms Wisconsin’s reputation as a leader in health-care quality. Wisconsin ranked second highest in the nation in overall health-care quality scores based on 171 measures that AHRQ used to evaluate health-care performance. In fact, Wisconsin was edged out of the top spot by Minnesota by a mere onetenth of a percent as the top performing state in the country based on health-care quality. “Patients can be glad they live in Wisconsin where we consistently deliver some of the best, safest care in the country,” according to Kelly Court, chief quality officer at the Wisconsin Hospital

Association. “In Wisconsin, health-care providers work collaboratively to raise the bar on clinical quality and achieve these superior results.” “High-quality care is a Wisconsin economic and competitive advantage,” said WHA President Steve Brenton. “Better quality means better value, not only for our patients, but also for our employers, and it helps make Wisconsin more attractive for business. Like roads and utilities, quality health care should be touted as a Wisconsin advantage, a key element of our economic infrastructure.” Since the health reform bill was signed into law, WHA has been working with a national coalition comprised of hospitals, health systems, hospital associations and physician groups to work with policymakers on both sides of the aisle in Washington, D.C., to help reform the health-care delivery system in a way that

rewards states that provide high quality, low-cost health care. “The report is another indication that our reimbursement system should move toward paying for the quality and value of health care, not for the quantity of procedures, tests and services that are prescribed for a patient,” according to Brenton. AHRQ ranks the quality of a state’s health-care system from weak to very strong. Wisconsin’s strongest performance measures are related to care provided by hospitals, home-care agencies and in physician clinics. Patients in Wisconsin who are being treated for cancer, respiratory disease or chronic conditions, such as diabetes and heart disease, are getting better care here than they would receive in other parts of the country. “Quality health care means doing the right thing, at the right time, in the right

way, for the right person, and having the best possible results. Wisconsin hospitals are always working to improve quality and sustain it,” according to Court. “This report confirms that our efforts to improve quality are moving Wisconsin in the right direction. We continually strive to increase the value of health care to our patients, employers and payers.” According to AHRQ, its state snapshots Web tool statesnapshots.ahrq.gov helps state health leaders, researchers, legislators and consumers understand the status of health-care quality in individual states, including each state’s strengths and weaknesses. AHRQ’s annual state snapshots are based on data drawn from more than 30 sources, including government surveys, health-care facilities and health-care organizations. - submitted

Wisconsin added jobs at half the rate of nation as a whole by Shawn Johnson Wisconsin Public Radio STATEWIDE - The national economy added jobs at a rate twice as fast as Wisconsin’s last year, according to new numbers from the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics. The numbers also put Wisconsin’s job growth dead last in the Midwest. The job numbers released Thursday, June 28, are the verified version of the employer census numbers Gov. Scott Walker released early during the recall campaign. They show Wisconsin employment grew

by 0.7 percent in 2011, while national employment grew by 1.4 percent. Among Midwestern states, Michigan, Minnesota, Illinois, Iowa and Indiana all added jobs faster than Wisconsin during Walker’s first year in office. Assembly Democratic Minority Leader Peter Barca says it shows that no matter how you slice it, Wisconsin is lagging the rest of the country, “We now know that our numbers are extremely poor.” Barca blamed a lack of focus on jobs by Republicans.

Walker said Wisconsin’s economy had not grown as quickly as it could have largely because of uncertainty created by the recall campaign. Walker said that would change with his election now over, “I think you’re going to see the latter six months of 2012—you’re going to see significant growth among small businesses knowing that the good things that we’ve done to make it easier to create jobs will be sustained.” These job numbers were hotly contested during the recall campaign, with Democ-

C O O P E R A T I V E - O W N E D

rat Tom Barrett at one point accusing Walker of cooking the books. But the actual number of jobs verified by the federal government Thursday differed by just 16 from what Walker reported during the campaign. It gets trickier when you look at jobs added. Using federal benchmarks, Wisconsin gained a total of about 19,000 jobs last year: about 4,000 fewer than the number Walker talked about during the campaign.

N E W S P A P E R

PAGE 10 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NEWS SECTION - A - JULY 4, 2012

Motorists injured in two Hwy. 8 accidents June 29

On Friday, June 29, at 10:35 a.m., the Polk County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a multicar collision on Hwy. 8 west of 120th Street. Marita R. Christensen, 66, of Amery, was traveling westbound on Hwy. 8 operating a 2004 Toyota Camry. Christensen slowed to turn left into a driveway when her vehicle was struck in the rear by Nicolas S. Velazquez, 19, of Rogers, Minn., who was operating a 2010 Ford Ranger truck. The impact sent the Velazquez vehicle into the eastbound traffic lane where it was struck by Jacob K. Tom, 36, of Blaine Minn. This impact sent both the Tom and Velazquez vehicles into the south ditch of Hwy. 8. The Christensen vehicle pulled onto the north shoulder after the impact. Velazquez and Tom were transported to local hospital for treatment of injuries sustained in this crash. - Photo from Polk County Sheriff’s Dept.

On Friday, June 29, at 11:30 a.m., the Polk County Sheriff’s Office was advised of a multiple car crash on Hwy. 8 at the intersection of Hwy. 46 North in the Town of Balsam Lake. Deputies investigated this crash and found that Nancy L. Bradley, 62, of Balsam Lake was traveling eastbound on Hwy. 8 operating a 1999 Chevy Cavalier. James F. Klingelhoets, 23, of Clayton, was also traveling eastbound on Hwy. 8 operating a 2000 Chevy S-10 pickup.. As the Bradley and Klingelhoets vehicles approached the intersection with 46, the Bradley vehicle made a lane change in front of the Klingelhoets vehicle and began braking to turn north on 46. The Klingelhoets vehicle struck the Bradley vehicle in the rear. This impact caused the Bradley vehicle to travel into the westbound lane of Hwy. 8 where it was struck by Rhonda L. Einum, 44, of Barron, who was operating a 2005 Dodge van. After the second impact, the Bradley vehicle came to rest in the roadway, the Einum vehicle traveled into the north ditch west of the intersection and the Klingelhoets vehicle came to rest on the south shoulder. Bradley and Einum were transported to St. Croix Regional Medical Center for treatment of injuries sustained in the crash. Bradley was cited for unsafe lane deviation and failure to carry proof of insurance. - Photos from Polk County Sheriff’s Dept.

Wisconsin school districts looking at year-round options by Rich Kremer Wisconsin Public Radio STATEWIDE – Year-round schooling is being studied in a handful of school districts in Wisconsin. The approaches are different, but the overall goal is the same. The National Summer Learning Association says students can lose two months of math skills during summer vacation, and lower, income students can lose two months in reading. It’s called “summer slide” or “learning loss,” and school dis-

tricts in Wisconsin are looking for ways to stop it. Eau Claire Area School District Assistant Superintendent Tim Leibham is spearheading a study on what it would take to create a year-round elementary option in an old school building. He says it could curb learning loss and inspire creative teaching approaches: “We have a building, we have students, we have a large enough district that we would be able to allow parents to have a choice similar to Montessori ... although I don’t envision it

being a charter school or a magnet school.” The School District of La Crosse is also studying the idea. Superintendent Randy Nelson says the current summer break is based on a 100-year-old agrarian approach that needs a second look. “The question is, if we were to cut that in half, could we reduce the number and percentage of students who, when they come back to school in the fall, require interventions and remedial work again?” Dan Rossmiller, of the Wisconsin Associ-

ation of School Boards, says if these types of pilot programs are successful, more districts will follow. Also, he says the restrictions of collective bargaining may make the switch easier. “It will make districts and board more willing to consider going to a year-round or stronger summer school program.” Districts in Marshfield and Wisconsin Rapids are taking a different approach by looking into extended summer school options.

564455 46L

JULY 4, 2012 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NEWS SECTION - A - PAGE 11

Relay for Life

Balsam Lake

Relay for Life honorary chair for 2012 Aaron Annabel McManus, 8, Cushing, was in Mork leads the relay with the lamp that would charge of the Relay for Life lamp for a spell, stay lit all nightlong and constantly circle the making sure it stayed lit and moving around St. Croix Falls track Friday, June 29. the track.

Lorelei McManus, 10 months, Cushing, watches the survivors lap that kicks off the Relay for Life events. She watched with her mother, Gena. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Photos by Greg Marsten

The team and family members from Bethesda Lutheran Church found a spot of shade beside the track to hang out.

Members of the St. Croix Falls Saints girls basketball program took their own relay lap after they raised over $1,300 for the American Cancer Society with their Coaches vs. Cancer events and game last February.

The Cushing 4-H booth won awards for the best booth, while serving up fruit and cupcakes.

The team from First Lutheran Church in Cushing definitely had the Independence Day spirit.

Kids had lots of fun at the inflatable jumping house at the Relay For Life.

The Central Bank team walked in honor of their late co-worker, Dan Reeves, at the Relay for Life held in St. Croix Falls Friday, June 29.

Hot dog helper Maiken Shaw, 4, assisted her mom and dad, Sarah and Jeff, at the St. Croix Regional Medical Center booth. The trio helped sell hot dogs while team members did laps.

Judah Hikel, 2-1/2, looks deeply into the luminaria.

PAGE 12 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NEWS SECTION - A - JULY 4, 2012

Timing is everything Saturday’s regatta at Shell Lake promises to be an exciting 45 minutes by Diane Dryden Special to the Leader SHELL LAKE - Attention landlubbers everywhere, there’s an event that’s held on Shell Lake twice each year – this year July 7 and Sept. 1 – that might just be the most exciting 45-minute event that you’ll see. It’s just like a horse or dog race without the animals, where prizes are awarded for the fastest time, handicaps included. Since 1998, the Shell Lake Sailing Club has held their regattas on the lake that entertains lake people, tourists and locals alike. The club has thoughtfully planned their event to coincide with the juried Fine Arts Festival on Saturday, July 7, and their second one to become part of the Town and Country Days activities. Pete Moen, a sailor Speaking of the Fine Arts Festi- himself, is the PR val, if you happened to read the man for the two regatSunday St. Paul Pioneer Press tas to be held this paper on June 17, you would year on Shell Lake. have seen that the festival made Photo by Diane Dryden the Quick Trips/Regional Events page as one of the 16 must-see venues this summer. Anywhere between 10 and 30 boats, catamarans and single hulls, owned by lake residents and out-of-state competitors that come in for the races, gather north of the Shell Lake public beach at 11 a.m. on race day for the captain’s meetings. At the meeting, each captain reviews the policies, such as the official right-of-way rules. After the meeting, captains return to their boats and jockey into position for the three-mile/three-buoy race, each buoy approximately three-quarters to a mile apart. Single-hull boats go around once and catamarans have to sail twice because of their speed. The faster boats are handicapped and timing is everything. Standard to the race is the pontoon, whose position is used as the start and finish for the race as well as the official timekeeping. This year, there will be someone with a bullhorn giving a play-by-play of the race and the flags, one of which is waved to indicate 10 minutes to start, then a different color that indicates five minutes to start and another color flag to indicate that it’s only 60 seconds to the start. The official start begins when the horn blows from the pontoon and this is where the race gets interesting. Each boat’s time is started when it crosses the starting

Former Nelton Law building now a unique studio

and an avid sailor, effuses, “Shell Lake is a great lake for sailing and we all love it. It’s big and round and fun to sail and, thanks to the city’s diligence, practically weed free. There are only two places that need to be avoided, one in front of the old Shell Lake Boat Factory, where there is a large pile of rocks, and the other is the channel that is very shallow. Otherwise it’s ideal and better than any lake in Minnesota we’ve sailed.” Not only are there the sailors in the race, but also boats with chasers aboard in case a boat capsizes or needs help, timers and those that work registration. Outstanding races Tom Scott, better known as Commodore Scott, has been in charge of the race, the awards and the trophies since its inception. He is one of the reasons the race has been held so long on Shell Lake, the oldest recorded regatta having started in 1775 by the Royal Yacht Squadron in Cowes, England. Since that time, regattas have been held all over the world from Greece, Australia, Hungary, England, Ontario, Thailand and even the Kingdom of Tonga and throughout the United States, putting Shell Lake on the map with some outstanding races. Because Scott’s sailing schedule was full, Moen volunteered to handle the regattas with signage and PR, and he is the one to call for more information about the regatta, the once-a-month sailing races and club membership. “Our membership dues are only $5 for a family and many of our 80 members don’t sail, but they like the club and the people,” he noted. Moen’s contact number is 763381-1652.

Sailing is a family sport. Here is Kevin Ousdigian and his two children, Kathryn and Mark, enjoying the day. – Photo submitted line at the pontoon site, and if the captain has jumped the gun and crossed too early because of the wind, he has to go around the home-plate buoy and start again. Timing is everything. Some of the crafts have trouble catching the wind at the right time and they have late starts. Either way, timing is everything. The first leg of the race is where most of the tacking takes place. Tacking is zigzagging the boat due to the wind because it usually blows from the southeast. The boats have to tack back and forth in order to reach the first buoy against the wind, remembering at all times the right-of-way rules and giving way when required. After the first buoy, the remaining two are relatively easy and no tacking is needed. Pete Moen, yes one of local doctor Moen’s six children

Picture perfect

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – After months of waiting, the public had their first chance to tour the new Now and Then Photography Studio in downtown Balsam Lake. The project has transformed the circa 1938 Nelton Law building into a dramatic and breathtaking variety of photographic studios, eight in all, on two floors. The 5,000-square-foot building was completely gutted last fall, as owners Tom and Sandy Mabry dug into a complete refurbishing to accommodate a variety of photographic projects. “My original studio is located on our property just outside Balsam Lake,” Sandy said. “While I loved working at home, I was getting so many backdrops, costumes and

This group toured the new Now and Then Photography Studio and reviewed their portfolios for ideas. – Photos by Greg Marsten

Race is narrated There’s a winner’s cup to the lucky crew and food on the beach for club members after each regatta. This might be the year that you might like to join as a member, or race your boat or just come to the public beach at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 7, to watch and hear the narrated race that begins at noon. Membership information will be available after the race during the awards ceremony. Moen is also looking for volunteers to help with the race, so give him a call if you’re available. The Web site, shelllakesailingclub.org has a wealth of information including race information and winners back to its inception, along with upcoming events, clothes for purchase and boats for sale. “If there is enough interest,” adds Moen, “sailing lessons and clinics will be available for anyone wanting to learn the sport.” And without their generous sponsors, Shell Lake Marine and Lakeview Bar and Grill, there would be no trophies made by the Potter’s Shed, no signage or PR and no food for after the event. Needless to say, the sailing club is very grateful for their enthusiastic support of upholding the proud regatta tradition that’s held twice each summer on the crystal clear Shell Lake, and you are invited to attend.

professional artist, and then do exotic photo shoots in styles ranging from vintage to Hollywood to numerous other styles, with costumes, sets and backdrops to fit the mood. For more info, go to nowandthenphotography.net, or call 715-491-1074.

Th e J o rg e n s e n Tw i n s A re 8 0 ! ! !

Sandy Mabry (right) is the person behind the new Now and Then Studio project in downtown Balsam Lake. Tours of the new studio were one of the Freedom Fest highlights. props, that it was just too much.” The couple purchased the Nelton building last fall and spent all winter and spring with the rehab, turning each office, floor and corner of the structure into a unique setting. They also restored all of the original wood flooring and the grand, 6-foot-wide staircase, adding a grand chandelier in the process. “It’s been a huge project, and so many people have helped that I don’t know where to begin,” Mabry said. The exterior façade was also a major project, and has been transformed into a stately and dynamic storefront, in concert with the village downtown. “It’s a dream come true!” Mabry exclaimed. Mabry is in the process of using the enhanced studio to do other, unique projects, some of which are under her Allure Photography label. They will do boudoir and exotic projects, like a girls night out event, where women can enjoy wine, and have makeup and hair work by a

Jean Flanigan & Joan Anderson

L e t ’s C e l e b r a t e !

S Saturday, aturday, J July uly 7 7,, 2 2012, 012, N Noon oon - 3 p p.m. .m.

C Crooked rooked L Lake ake P Park ark S Siren, iren, W WII

564338 35a, 46L

JULY 4, 2012 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NEWS SECTION - A - PAGE 13

INTER! COUNTY LEADER • INTER! COUNTY LEADER • INTER! COUNTY LEADER

SUMMER SPORTS F R E D E R I C • G R A N T S B U R G • L U C K • S T. C R O I X F A L L S • S I R E N • U N I T Y • W E B S T E R

Kennedy flies to Kouba victory

by Greg Parent, Joshua Lehnertz and Terry Lehnertz St. Croix Valley Raceway CENTURIA – It was a night of record highs Friday evening, June 29, St. Croix Valley Raceway. Records were set in amount of purse money paid, car counts and most certainly people counts as the grandstands and tailgating sections were crammed full of fans for the first-annual Open Wheel Nationals presented by Jack Links. Fender-Free Friday included two modified divisions and two sprint car divisions, headlined by the UMSS sprint cars racing in the prestigious 20th-annual Kouba Memorial event. After 16 qualifying races, the Sterling Bank UMSS traditional sprint cars were the first to take to the quarter-mile with their record-tying 12-car field, paced by Johnny Parsons III and Ryan Olson. Parsons was the early leader but was quickly challenged by Jeff Pellersels, Lucas Milz and Kevin Bradwell. After a caution for the spinning Tom Porter, Parsons stretched his lead on the restart, leaving Rob Caho Jr., Denny Stordahl, Milz, Bradwell and Pellersels in a slicing and dicing free-for-all tussle for second. After a few more late race cautions, no one had an answer for Parsons who cruised to his seriesbest fourth feature win of the summer. Caho edged Bradwell by a whisker at the line for second, with Pellersels and Milz rounding out the top five. The largest field of cars for the first-annual Open Wheel Nationals belonged to the WISSOTA Midwest modifieds, as a hearty 36 of the beasts checked in to vie for the $750 winner’s check. Four qualifying heat races and a pair of B-features whittled the field down to 24 cars for their main event with Justin Oestreich and Jake Stai leading the way to flagman Shaun Cimfl’s green flag. Fourth-starting Josh Bazey quickly squirted to the front in a five-car scramble for lead involving Bazey, Stai, Oestreich, Grant Southworth and Jason VandeKamp. Behind the lead group, the action was equally frenzied in

A record number of race fans packed the grandstands and tailgating sections at St. Croix Valley Raceway Friday, June 29, for the first-annual Open Wheel Nationals. – Photos submitted a battle for position between Jeremy Dave Cain rumbled the thundering herd grid, was up to second by lap six and was Houle, Ryan Olson, Ryan Viltz, Dustin to the start of their finale, with Rick Kobs right behind Kennedy for what ended up Scott and Mike Truscott. The close action and Dave Mass quickly challenging the being the final restart with seven laps involved frequent contact which, in turn, front row for the lead. Cain eventually got scored when Jared Goerges and Tom led to multiple caution flags. comfortable using a low groove but was Nicholl got together. With the track curAfter starting fifth, Jason VandeKamp feeling constant pressure from Kobs who few approaching, the race was reduced to took only a handful of laps to work was running high off the cushion at full 20 laps from the scheduled 25 at this time. around Bazey and take over the point. throttle. Mass, Miller and Scott Duval As Kennedy hammered a heavy cushDespite the cautions, on each restart, Van- were swapping lines and positions behind ion up top, Tatnell stayed closed for sevdeKamp was able to hold off any chal- the leaders while Kobs managed to steal eral laps but was not able to overtake him. lenger, whether it be Oestreich, Stai, Bazey the lead for a lap before relinquishing the With the leaders working lapped traffic on or Southworth who supplied the pressure. position back to Cain one lap later. The the quarter-mile bullring during the last At the final double checkers, VandeKamp final caution appeared with five laps re- several laps, Kennedy masterfully maneuclaimed his third feature win of 2012 at maining, and on the restart, Cain surpris- vered through the lapped cars and went The Valley in front of Oestreich, South- ingly changed lines and strategies, on to record the win. Commenting after worth, Truscott and Stai. climbing to the top of the racing groove the race, Kennedy jokingly told Tatnell Modifieds, making their first appear- where Kobs had been running. The No. that, “I beat you with an Aussie motor and ance at the raceway in several years, 2c of Cain liked the high groove even bet- car. How ironic is that?” Indeed, Kennedy thrilled the over-capacity crowd in what ter as he pulled away in the waning laps, could only be described as a triumphant leaving Kobs to battle Mass and Duval for See Racing/page 13 return. The 23-car field was overflowing second. Claiming the trophy and $1,500 with talent, over half of the competitors in prize money was Cain in front of Kobs, could lay claim to at least one track cham- Mass, Duval and Curt Myers. pionship and a handful boasted a national The Thunder in the Valley hit its title. Heat race winners Scott Miller and crescendo with the 360 winged sprint cars. Lou Kennedy Jr. made the long trek south ••• from Winnipeg, Manitoba in search of the LUCK – The Luck Renegades base$2,000 top prize in the 20th-annual Earl ball team has three games remaining Kouba Memorial on Friday, June 29, at the in the regular season. They host St. Croix Valley Raceway. Mission accomGrantsburg on Sunday, July 8. On Satplished, as Kennedy drove to his second urday, July 14, they travel to Seeley, career Upper Midwest Sprintcar Series and wrap up the regular season at feature win. Racing before the largest Spooner on Sunday, July 15. All games crowd in track history, the veteran Canahave a 1 p.m. game start. dian driver took the lead from Cody Hahn ••• on lap two of the 20-lap main event and LEADER LAND – Leader Sports strives to follow the college careers of kept Aussie racer Brooke Tatnell at bay en area athletes. If you know of an athlete route to the victory. Kennedy became the playing collegiate sports in 2012 who 19th different winner of this prestigious hasn’t been mentioned, send us an eevent, as Jimmy Kouba remains the only mail or call and we’ll take it from two-time champion in its 20-year history. there. – Marty Seeger Pole sitter Cody Hahn led the opening lap ••• before fellow front-row starter Kennedy LEADER LAND – Local sports tidpowered by on the high side exiting turn bits to share? Please contact the Lou Kennedy Jr. made the long trek south from Winnipeg, Manitoba, and won the $2,000 top four to grab the lead on lap two. The race Leader by 4:30 p.m. on Mondays to go was under caution for a spin on the next prize in the 20th-annual Earl Kouba Memorial on Friday, June 29, at the St. Croix Valley Racein Extra Points. – Marty Seeger lap. Tatnell, who started third in the 20-car way.

Extra Points

SPORTS RESULTS DEADLINES: WEDNESDAY - MONDAY: 1 p.m. the following business day. TUESDAY: 7 a.m. on Wednesday. Missed deadlines mean no coverage that week!

563953 45L

S P O R T S N E W S O R S C O R E S T O R E P O R T ? • P H O N E : 7 1 5 - 3 2 7 - 4 2 3 6 • FA X : 7 1 5 - 3 2 7 - 4 1 1 7 • E - M A I L : m s e e g e r @ c e n t u r y t e l . n e t

O UTDOOR S

PAGE 14 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NEWS SECTION - A - JULY 4, 2012

I N T E R! C O U N T Y L E A D E R

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

More than just a treasure hunt

Local finds a new passion, hobby with a metal detector by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer FREDERIC – Craig Chenal has spent much of his life in the Frederic area, and like so many others, he’s an avid angler and hunter. In some ways, he’s addicted to hunting and fishing, spending some of his spring chasing steelhead around the state, and also hunting spring turkey. There’s still more fishing in the summer, and hunting in the fall and all the while, he juggles McKenzie Creek Electric, LLC, a business he started two years ago once he became a master electrician. Along with a wife and two daughters, Chenal has a little extra time in the spring when things get slow, so about two months ago, he picked up a metal detector off of Craigslist. Since then, he’s not only found some fascinating stuff, he’s also found yet another passion. “It goes hand in hand with hunting and fishing. It’s just another addiction I probably don’t need,” Chenal said, while holding one of his most valuable finds so far – an ice-age spear tip that’s likely more than 2,000 years old, found not all that far from Frederic. Just two weeks ago, while digging a basement for his house, he found another ancient artifact called a nutting stone. It was about 20 feet below the surface, and once used as a multitool for grinding acorns or other wild nuts by tribes who existed in this area long ago. The nutting stone has two holes precisely carved into a rock weighing about 2 pounds, and amazingly, the tool is ergonomically correct and fits perfectly in the hand. “It’s just crazy to feel where they held. Just the palm imprints. You can almost feel it. Where they’d grind nuts and other things with it,” Chenal said. Ironically, neither the nutting stone, nor

This nutting stone was found by Craig Chenal while working on the foundation of his home. The stone was a tool for grinding acorns or other wild nuts by tribes who existed in this area long ago.

Craig Chenal has spent just two months looking for objects under the soil with his metal detector, and has come up with some pretty amazing finds, including the spearhead in his hand. Other objects include coins, native copper and a butt-plate from a Kentucky flintlock rifle. – Photos by Marty Seeger the spearhead were found with the metal detector, but Chenal was using it at the time. The spearhead was resting perfectly in the dirt near a farm field, and he spotted the nutting stone while scanning the basement area looking for some of the rare native copper found in the area. “They tried to mine it once in Clam Falls, and Native Americans made tools with it,” Chenal said, adding that much of it comes from Michigan. One of the pieces he found was 900 grams, (about 2 pounds). “I’ve done a ton of metal detecting now and only found four pieces … that tells you the rarity of it,” he added. Chenal has found much more including the butt-plate from an old Kentucky flintlock rife and several Civil War era bullets and musketballs. He’s found several older coins including an 2-cent piece dating 1867. He’s found a V-nickel dating to 1911, Mercury dimes, a Barber dime from 1908 and even two British half-pennies near Frederic. “It’s really fun. It’s like hunting and fishing where you’ll never know what you’re going to find,” Chenal said, but undoubtedly, his greatest find has been the spearhead, which has been observed in photographs that Chenal sent to two dif-

ferent experts, including Danielle Benden, academic curator in the University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Anthropology. Benden explained to Chenal in an e-mail that the point is likely made from Knife River flint, which is a stone found in western North Dakota. She explained that the point is “found in Wisconsin during specific periods of time, once at about 10,000 years ago and again at about 2,000 years ago.” Benden went on to explain that it is likely a Sonota point, as part of what is known as the Sonota Culture Complex, dating about 2,000 years ago. “The Sonota Culture is centered in the northern Great Plains, along the Missouri River, near the North and South Dakota borders. This is a period of time known as the Middle Woodland Period, and trade was very common. This trade network is sometimes called the Hopewell Interaction Sphere,” Bendell explained. Amy L. Rosebrough, a staff archaeologist through the Wisconsin Historical Society in Madison, also weighed in on the point, which was used on a spear. She echoed Benden’s thoughts that the point likely came from western North Dakota and made from Knife River flint despite it being difficult to tell from the photograph

The spearhead found just lying on the top of the soil while metal detecting is said to be 2,000 or more years old and is in mint condition for its age and craftsmanship. sent to her. She also hinted that the stone might be much older than 2,000 years. “As for the kind of point and its age, the best match is a type known as “Matanzas Side-Notched,” which was made between 3700 and 2000 B.C., mainly during a period known as the Middle Archaic in Wisconsin,” said Rosebrough. “The Middle Archaic was a time of great change, when the people of Wisconsin began trading with other communities across the eastern U.S. Middle Archaic people were some of the first in the world to work metal, giving them the popular name of ‘The Old Copper Culture.’ Matanzas points were made by communities living in Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana and Ohio.” Either way, Chenal’s find is truly unique, and people continue to be amazed by its condition since many can be rough and crude, or no longer exist. “This is from that period where they were possibly following woolly mammoths … to hold it since that guy has held it, is just amazing,” Chenal said. Although some of the items, including the spearhead, can be valuable, Chenal isn’t interested in selling. He says the objects are just too neat to look at, and he finds more value in saving it to look at and generate some good conversation. It’s also something he looks at as an exciting hobby, and his daughters get a kick out of digging through the earth to see what might be triggering the metal detector. But if anyone is interested in shedding more light on the subject he’d be happy to know. You can reach Chenal at 715-5662728.

Great Northern Outdoors Bass Fishing League Standings Week 8 Co-sponsored by BLC Well Drilling in Milltown

READ LEADER OUTDOORS

Standings

1. Long/Nelson, 55 lbs., 14 oz. 2. Main Dish, 54 lbs., 7 oz. 3. 46 Store, 52 lbs., 4 oz. 4. Bon Ton, 49 lbs., 0 oz. 5. Luck Sport Marine, 48 lbs., 14 oz. 6. Milltown Dock, 45 lbs., 8 oz. 7. Northern Bar, 41 lbs., 5 oz. 8. Hack’s Pub, 35 lbs., 9 oz.

9. Laqua/Allee, 34 lbs., 13 oz. 10. Jim Duncan, 34 lbs., 5 oz. 11. Air World 32 lbs., 9 oz. 12. Dockmasters, 31 lbs., 9 oz. 13. Subway, 25 lbs., 9 oz. 14. Mosseys, 23 lbs., 14 oz. 15. Brad/Cody, 23 lbs., 7 oz. 16. Dairy Queen 23 lbs., 2 oz. 17. GNO, 22 lbs., 11 oz.

18. Cory/Jamie, 19 lbs., 14 oz. 19. Ones/Roberts, 17 lbs., 1 oz. Big bass/Big bag weekly winner: Big Bass: Main Dish, 3 lbs., 8 oz. Big Bag: Bon Ton, 10 lbs., 4 oz.

JULY 4, 2012 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NEWS SECTION - A - PAGE 15

Clean Boats, Clean Waters on Big Blake Lake Boat inspections part of DNR 2012 Landing Blitz over the Fourth of July BALSAM LAKE – Volunteers from the Big Blake Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District will be educating boaters and conducting free boat checks now through Sunday, July 8, as part of the statewide DNR 2012 Landing Blitz. Inspectors work to ensure that boaters do not accidentally spread Eurasian water milfoil, zebra mussels and other aquatic invasive species. The volunteer inspectors will be visible at east and west landings to help boaters understand Wisconsin’s invasive species laws and what they must do before leaving. “Wisconsin lakes are great for fishing and boating. By following simple steps, we can preserve the quality of our lakes for future generations to enjoy,” says Peggy Lauritsen, Clean Boats, Clean Wa-

Volunteer boat inspectors at the east landing on Big Blake Lake recently included (L to R): Sue Ogren, Peggy Lauritsen, Mike Rogge, Jim Thorn, Sandy Thorn and Jim Maxwell. – Photo submitted ters, AIS coordinator. “Our dedicated in- help protect water quality on Big Blake spectors volunteer 400 hours per season to Lake.”

Invasive species crowd out native species, disrupt lake ecosystems and interfere with boating, fishing and other recreation. The main way that invasive species and fish diseases, such as viral hemorrhagic septicemia, spread to new waters is aboard boating and fishing equipment and live fish or water moved from one body of water to another. The volunteers, who have been trained through Wisconsin’s Clean Boats, Clean Waters program, will demonstrate the required prevention steps boaters must take, provide stickers for boaters to place on their trailer posts to remind them of these steps, and will talk about Wisconsin invasive species and VHS laws. Boaters, anglers and others enjoying Wisconsin waters are required to: • Inspect boats, trailers and equipment; • Remove all attached aquatic plants and animals; • Drain all water from boats, vehicles and equipment; • Never move plants or live fish away from a body of water. Limited exceptions apply. Visit dnr.wi.gov and search for “bait laws.” – submitted

What’s happening at Crex Meadows

GRANTSBURG – Explore Crex Meadows Wildlife Area this week, and join them for programs next week. Learn what can be done and how to go about restoring wetlands to attract a variety of wildlife to your property with DNR private lands biologist Brett Olson, along with Caitlin Smith with the USFWS, on Tuesday, July 10 at 6:15 p.m. Meet at the visitor center before heading to a location to see firsthand the benefits. Learn about fireflies on Friday, July 13, beginning at 8:30 p.m. Bring your catching jar and lively spirit.

July is the month of yellow flowers on the prairie. Join Friends of Crex member Dale Bohlke and be amazed at the various yellows and how insects benefit from them. Meet at the visitor center on Wednesday, July 18, at 6 p.m. to caravan to Stolte Road on Fish Lake Wildlife Area. They will take a leisurely walk down Stolte Road and return to the visitor center about 7:30 p.m. No reservations are necessary. On Thursday, July 19, at 5 p.m. join staff for a prairie investigation through shape

and color. Nature’s Little Explorers will continue on Tuesdays from 10 – 11:30 a.m. Explorers learn through hands-on activities. Upcoming topics include birds, bugs, wildflowers, pond study and worms. Summer Family Wildlife Adventures is a new program series. The idea is to be outside, discovering nature while in it. Meet on Wednesday, July 11, at 6 p.m. to learn about creepy crawly critters, turning over rocks and logs to see what we can find. The next SFWA on Wednesday, July

25, will be canoeing or kayaking on one of the flat-water flowages. Space is not limited, but please sign up before the event, especially if equipment is needed. For more information about these and other events at Crex Meadows, call 715463-2739, visit www.crexmeadows.org, or find us on Facebook. Friends of Crex support these and other programs. You can support these types of programs and be more involved by joining the Friends of Crex. – submitted

Racing continued

Broty, and Jason Tostenson. All 20 starters finished the feature. Two cars, Tony Norem and Tori Knutson, were unable to start the main event from the 22 cars on hand. Chris Graf earned the Raleigh Sandberg Memorial Hard Charger and Hard Luck Awards, as Graf was busy making repairs following a challenge race crash and advanced seven positions in the feature from his back-row starting spot. Following the usual double round of qualifying races utilized by the UMSS, Hahn found himself atop the standings. Hahn drew the zero pill, so the feature race would see a straight-up start based on the points earned during the heats and challenge races. Tony Norem, Scott Broty and Tatnell won the Ultimate Sprint Heats. The two Ethel Kouba Memorial Challenge races sponsored by Gillund Enterprises and JB Distributing saw Mark

Toews and Scotty Thiel take home $100 for their wins. Each challenge race paid the top four finishers some bonus money. On behalf of the Kouba family, Joe Kouba thanked St. Croix Valley Raceway for hosting the event for the first time. In addition to St. Croix Valley Raceway and the Kouba family, GRP Motorsports, D&D Motorsports, Proto-Fab Engineering, BevLor Utilities, Precision Tool Technologies, Gillund Enterprises/JB Distributing, Mastell Brothers Trailer Service, and Rik and Sandy Sandberg all added money to the purse to make a great payout for the 20th running of this annual event. In all, the total purse exceeded $11,000. On tap next for The Valley, Friday night July 6, is Kids Night. There will be prizes and activities for young fans, free admission for everyone under 15 years of age and an on-track autograph session with the drivers. The Northern Vintage Stockcar Racers will also be on hand. Additional details for these or any other future events at St. Croix Valley Raceway can be found on the track’s Web site, scvraceway.com.

Denny Stordahl, Tom Porter, Katrina Sautbine, Travis Jehlicka, Jack Clark, Adam Taubert and Ryan Olson. WISSOTA Midwest modifieds feature: Jason VandeKamp, Justin Oestreich, Grant Southworth, Mike Truscott, Jake Stai, Jeremy Houle, Dustin Scott, Ryan Viltz, Ryan Olson, John Kallas, Corey Fogleson, Scott Splittstoesser, Jori Hughes, Ross Fuhrman, Doug Toepper, John Remington, Tony Schill, Jeff Lien, Joseph Voigt, Corey Eystad, Eric Gadach, Josh Bazey, Lance Leu and Vince Corbin. Modifieds feature: Dave Cain, Rick Kobs, Dave Mass, Scott Duval, Curt Myers, Doug Gustafson, Jason Miller, Brandon Jensen, JB Stortz, Scott Miller, Mike Nutzmann, Jason Gross, Jason Voigt, Jake Miller, Steve Lavasseur, Dan Wheeler, Adam Hensel, Dagan Heim, Shaun Kreyer, Dano Ostrander, Kevin Viebrock, Shawn Kelley and Kevin Adams. UMSS sprints feature: Lou Kennedy Jr., Brooke Tatnell, Scott Winters, Thomas Kennedy, Cody Hahn, Scotty Thiel, Mark Toews, Andy Jones, Scott Broty, Jason Tostenson, Jerry Richert Jr., Chris Graf, Sye Anderson, Tony Kaus, Anna Kouba, Troy Maneufel, Chad Patterson, Jennifer Eriksen, Jared Georges, Tom Nicholl, Tony Norem (DNS) and Tori Knutson (DNS).

Kennedy had Moyle power under the hood of his Eagle chassis. Kennedy continued, “The fast way around for me was up top, but the cushion in turns three and four was tall and you had to be careful not to get over it. Thanks to everyone involved and the Kouba family for putting on this event. It’s an honor to become the 19th different winner. That’s pretty amazing.” Finishing behind Kennedy and Tatnell in the top five was Scott Winters in the Valentine sprinter, Lou’s son Thomas Kennedy, and 2010 UMSS champion Cody Hahn now from Grand Forks, N.D. Rounding out the top ten finishers were Scotty Thiel making the long haul over from Sheboygan, Mark Toews from Iowa, Andy Jones, UMSS point leader Scott

LEADER SPORTS SCOREBOARD

FALUN CHURCH SOFTBALL LEAGUE Standings

Team Calvary Covenant Siren Assembly Webster Baptist Faith Lutheran Frederic Free Trade Lake Baptist Falun Churches Siren Covenant/Bethany W.Sweden/Zion Lutheran Trade River Free New Hope Lutheran

Overall 4-0 4-0 3-1 3-2 2-3 2-2 2-2 1-3 1-3 1-3 0-4

SIREN MEN’S SLOW-PITCH LEAGUE

Standings Team Bon Ton Pour House Chell Well Edina Realty St. Croix Sundown Wayne’s True Quality Auto Body Lake Lena

Overall 7-2 7-2 7-2 7-2 3-6 3-6 3-6 3-7 1-8

Scores Wednesday, June 27 Wayne’s 14, Sundown 13 Bon Ton 19, St. Croix 0 Pour House 14, True Quality Auto Body 13 Chell Well 17, Lake Lena 16 Edina Realty 18, True Quality Auto Body 3

SIREN WOMEN’S SLOW-PITCH LEAGUE

Standings Team Overall Coyland Creek 6-2 Smith Family Eye Care 5-0 Beehive 5-1 Trap Rock 3-1 Top Spot Tavern 2-1 Kris’ Pheasant Inn 2-4 Big Butz BBQ 1-5 Maurer Construction 1-4 Best Western 0-7 Scores Monday, July 2 Top Spot Tavern 22, Big Butz BBQ 3 Coyland Creek 27, Best Western 4 Beehive 21, Maurer Construction 6 Smith Family Eye Care 19, Kris’ Pheasant Inn 4 Coyland Creek 23, Big Butz BBQ 0

Race summary: UMSS traditional sprints feature: Johnny Parsons III, Rob Caho Jr., Kevin Bradwell, Jeff Pellersels, Lucas Milz,

The Frederic, Luck, Unity and Grantsburgh U14 soccer team played in a tournament in Baldwin on Saturday, June 23, and took second place due to a technicality. They finished the year with a nearly perfect record of 16-1. Many of the kids will be returning to play again next season. – Photo submitted

Local soccer team finishes season strong

PAGE 16 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NEWS SECTION - A - JULY 4, 2012

TF considers 2012 communications system agreement

by Tammi Milberg Leader staff writer TAYLORS FALLS, Minn. – The city council of Taylors Falls met Monday, June 25. With a short agenda, one of the pressing items was the communications systems agreement. The council has had several discussions with representatives from Chisago County with regard to the proposed communications system subscriber agreement, which defines the use of the new 800MHz region-wide public safety radio communications system, the maintenance and repair of the radios and the administrative and operational support of the radio fleet. Taylors Falls is unique in that it is the only municipality in the Chisago County that received financial assistance from grants to purchase the number of radios and pagers needed for its fire department. As such, the city’s expectation was that it should not be required to pay the same amount of subscriber fees as the other entities who relied solely on the county’s purchase of the radios. The final agreement provides an annual fee (per radio) of $480 for all countyowned radios. Taylors Falls will pay a reduced rate of $430 for city-owned radios for 2012. Following 2012, the city will pay $385 per radio. The reduction of fees is intended to repay the city for the out-ofpocket expenses incurred to acquire the radios. Taylors Falls will pay more in 2012 because the county must perform special bench-testing on these radios that the county-purchased radios would not need. The agreement also has a provision that if a city-owned radio is lost, or damaged,

the city may petition the county to replace the city-owned unit for a county-provided radio. Once this happens, the full subscriber fee applies to each county-purchased radio. As each radio needs repairs over the years, the county subscriber fees are slowly phased in so that Taylors Falls will pay the same rate as all other entities do. The exception is the fact that Taylors Falls acquired the radios at no cost to the taxpayers, while all other radios in the county were purchased by the county with taxpayer dollars. The motion was made to approve the 2012 communications system subscriber agreement and it was carried unanimously. In other business, the council considered the EDC’s recommendation to pay Design in the Light, Kay Lambert, for the design for comprehensive signage for the city at a cost of $425, which will be paid from the EDC operations budget. The council passed the motion along with a motion to authorize payment to Design in the Light for $490 as a down payment for Riverwalk Trail signage, with the balance of $490 to be paid when the signage is installed to be paid from the Riverwalk Trail fund. Mayor Buchite informed the council that Friday was the last working day for Chisago County HRA/EDA Executive Director Chris Eng, who has accepted a position for the city of Duluth, Minn. The mayor suggested that the council send a certificate of appreciation for all that Eng has done for Taylors Falls. The council was quick to agree with the suggestion.

Help for fire victims

Mayor/council reports Mary Murphy reported that work continues on the archways for the Riverwalk Trail. The signs should be installed before month-end (approved at this meeting). She also reported that she had attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Chisago County Emergency Center. Lastly, Murphy would be working with the Friends group at the Bingo event in July, volunteering as the caller. Larry Julik-Heine reported that he had met with two representatives from the Chisago County Soil and Water Conservation Office to review the proposed cleanup project that is located just south of the city hall complex area. The project is

expected to cost $11,000, with an additional 20-percent contingency for a total of $13,332. The city is required to provide a 25-percent match, either monetary or inkind. They would also like to construct a rain garden along First Street at a cost of $1,000. Julik-Heine invited their attendance at the next council meeting for a formal presentation. Buchite reported that he had attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony at the new visitor center in the lower level of the Memorial Community Center. He also reminded council of the upcoming Wannigan Days events in July.

Brief break from politics

Republicans Sen. Shelia Harsdorf (left) and Rep. Erik Severson share a fun and patriotic moment at a thank-you barbecue for them along the Apple River last Sunday, July 1. - Photo by Wayne Anderson

Honor Society of Veterans, 40 et 8, Polk Burnett V236 take St. Croix Falls fire victims to WalMart to purchase clothes for the kids, Addilyn and Penelope. The parents are Jonathon Larson and Thiralynn Cocherell. – Photo submitted

by Wayne Anderson Special to the Leader TOWN OF APPLE RIVER - After a year of cantankerous politics, recall elections and yet another vote, local representatives Sen. Shelia Harsdorf and Rep. Erik Severson enjoyed a day of barbecue, cold refreshments and ice cream by the cool Apple River, last Sunday, July 1. The event was hosted by attorney Adam Jarchow. On the creative big-trailer grill was his father, grill master Mike Jarchow. Harsdorf, who survived this year’s recall election, said she was very happy to continue working for the good people of the Senate’s 10th District. “There’s a place for recalls,” said Harsdorf. “But not for legitimate policy differences. That’s what regular elections are for.” She said she and others will be working next year to prevent future abuses to the

recall election law. It is estimated this year’s recall election cost Wisconsin taxpayers $9 million. The growing cost of government is still on the mind of Rep. Severson. He’s decided to run for a second term and again tackle wasteful spending on “duplication of agencies,” the high cost of “big government” and unnecessary spending. He cites an example of unnecessary land ownership by the state. “The state now owns 2 million acres of land,” he said, “and it’s growing.” The manpower and upkeep cost to manage this vast, expanding area must be reconsidered, he said. Severson, an emergency medical doctor in Osceola, said he and his freshman assemblymen did good work in “shrinking” the size of government and making it more efficient. Wisconsin taxpayers are burned enough without having to pay for massive waste too, he said.

Colorado YouthWorks mission

Checks totaling $600 were presented to Thira Cocherell and her daughters, Penelope and Addie, from the Knights of the Lakes Council 12609 in Balsam Lake. The Knights of Columbus have fire disaster funds available to those who have lost their home and possessions to a fire. Presenting the check was Mike Bauer. – Photo submitted

On Saturday, June 9, 16 youth and four adult leaders from Bethesda Lutheran Church in Dresser left for Denver on a YouthWorks mission trip. They were joined by two other churches and their youth, one from Iowa and one from Colorado. In total, there were around 70 youth who came to work together. It was a week filled with mission projects, fun and making new friends. Some of the projects included a Sunday school street ministry, doing painting and other work with Extreme Community Makeover, singing and dancing with the elderly in nursing homes, working with kids through the Salvation Army’s summer day camp, helping to organize a food and clothing pantry, and more. During the evenings, there were special activities planned, including a trip to the heart of the city to participate in a a poverty-themed scavenger hunt to help church youth understand what those who struggle with poverty experience. For example, they were asked to collect 35 aluminum cans, find something useful in the trash, ask someone for a quarter, give something personal away to someone else, etc. “We left impacted by our time, and many of our youth expressed a desire to do another mission trip next year,” noted Pastor Peter Rimmereid. - Photo submitted

JULY 4, 2012 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NEWS SECTION - A - PAGE 17

564243 46L

NOTICE

COACHING OPPORTUNITY

The Frederic School District is accepting applications for the following coaching position:

VARSITY VOLLEYBALL COACH

Send letter of application, resume and credentials to: Troy Wink, Athletic Director Frederic School District 1437 Clam Falls Drive Frederic, WI 54837 715-327-4223 winkt@frederic.k12.wi.us 564658 46-47L Applications accepted until position is filled. 36-37a The Frederic School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

WNAXLP

CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Royal Credit Union, a federal credit union, 200 Riverfront Terrace Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54703, Plaintiff, vs. Angela M. Jones 15657 41st Street Becker, Minnesota 55308, John Doe, Mary Roe, and XYZ corporation, Defendants. Case Type: 30404 Case No. 12 CV 123 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of that certain Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, Order for Judgment, and Judgment entered and filed in the above-entitled action on May 7, 2012, the Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell the following described real property at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: August 8, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: 10% of successful bid must be paid to Sheriff at sale in certified funds, with the balance due and owing on the date of confirmation of the sale by the Court. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810. LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Unit 119 in Osceola Cottages Condominium. Polk County, Wisconsin. (FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY: Plaintiff believes that the property address is 119 Cottage Drive, Osceola, Wisconsin.) Dated June 11, 2012. Peter Johnson Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin THIS INSTRUMENT WAS DRAFTED BY: ANASTASI & ASSOCIATES, P.A. 14985 60th Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 651-439-2951 Garth G. Gavenda/#16015

563616 WNAXLP

445101 8a-etfcp 19Ltfc

563942

All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians; pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-6699777. The toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1800-927-9275.

TERMS: 10% of successful bid must be paid to the Sheriff at sale in cash or by certified check. Balance due within 10 days of court approval. Purchaser is responsible for payment of all transfer taxes and recording fees. Sale is AS IS in all respects. PLACE: Front Entrance of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810. DESCRIPTION: Part of the Southwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter, Section 25, Township 35 North, Range 15 West, Town of Johnstown, Polk County, Wisconsin, described as follows: Commencing 8 rods East of Southwest corner of the Southwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter, Section 25, Township 35 North, Range 15 West, thence East 18 rods, thence North at right angle 12 rods, thence West at right angle 18 rods, thence South at right angle 12 rods to place of beginning. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 45 190th Avenue, Comstock, WI 54826. Peter Johnson Sheriff of Polk County Stein & Moore, P.A. Attorneys for Plaintiff 332 Minnesota St., Ste. W-1650 St. Paul, MN 55101 651-224-9683

46L 36a

INSIDE SHED SALE

SE side of Ward Lake

Thurs., Fri. & Sat., July 5, 6 & 7 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

2710 Jenssen Shore Drive, Luck

Hwy. 48 to Cty. Rd. O, left on Jenssen Shore Drive, keep right to sale. Antiques; secretary Hoovertype cabinet; Zenith chair-side radio; rough furniture; tools; advertisement clocks/signs; glassware; price guides; sofa; hide-a-bed; lots of misc. (May 30, June 6, 13, 20, 27, July 4) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY WESTCONSIN CREDIT UNION, Plaintiff, vs. THE ESTATE OF JEFFREY L. KIRKVOLD, BREMER BANK, NA, JOHN DOE TENANT #1, JOHN DOE TENANT #2, Defendants Case No. 12CV9 Case Code: 30404 Foreclosure of Mortgage NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE By virtue of a judgment of foreclosure and sale rendered in the above-entitled action on March 28, 2012, in the amount of $101,432.33, the undersigned Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell at public auction at the front entrance of the Polk County Courthouse in the City of Balsam Lake, in said County, on the 18th day of July, 2012, at 10 a.m., the real estate and mortgaged premises directed by the judgment to be sold, therein described as follows: Lot 65 of the plat of O.H. Steindorff and C.H. Johnson’s addition, also known as Arlington Heights addition to the City of Amery, Polk County, Wisconsin. Tax Parcel No. 2010098-0000. Property Address: 333 Arlington Blvd. N., Amery, Wisconsin. Terms of Sale: Cash. Down Payment: A deposit of 10% of sale price to be deposited in cash or by certified check with the Sheriff at the time of sale; balance to be paid by cash or certified check upon confirmation of sale. Dated this 29th days of May, 2012. /s/ Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Attorney Christine A. Gimber Weld, Riley, Prenn & Ricci, S.C. 3624 Oakwood Hills Parkway P.O. Box 1030 Eau Claire, WI 54702-1030 715-839-7786 Attorneys for Plaintiff This is an attempt to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

(June 27, July 4, 11) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT WASHBURN COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MICHAEL F. NELSON DOB: 09/30/1953 Order and Notice for Hearing on Petition for Final Judgment (Formal Administration) Case No. 11-PR-19 A petition for final judgment was filed. THE COURT FINDS: The decedent, with date of birth September 30, 1953, and date of death November 18, 2012, was domiciled in Douglas County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 1318 Catlin Avenue, Superior, WI 54880. THE COURT ORDERS: 1. The decedent will be heard at the Washburn County Courthouse, Shell Lake, Wisconsin, before Hon. Eugene D. Harrington, Court Official, on July 23, 2012, at 1:30 p.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. The names or addresses of the following interested persons (if any) are not known or reasonably ascertainable: Christopher Fuentes. BY THE COURT: Hon. Eugene D. Harrington Circuit Court Judge June 20, 2012 David L. Grindell GRINDELL LAW OFFICES, S.C. P.O. Box 585 Frederic, WI 54837 715-327-5561 Bar Number: 1002628

WNAXLP

850

564609 46Lp 36a,dp

CHARMING 3-BR HOUSE FOR RENT

The Comprehensive Planning Committee will meet monthly in 2012. Each scheduled meeting will be on the second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. in the township hall. For Additional Information, Call: Perry Karl 715-653-4247 Brad Olson 715-327-4614

564655

those time lines.” by Shawn Johnson One of the major responsibilities for states Wisconsin Public Radio MADISON - Gov. Scott Walker says the state under the law is creating health insurance exof Wisconsin won’t take any steps to implement changes where people and small businesses can the federal health-care law, despite the U.S. use their combined purchasing power to shop for insurance. Wisconsin and other states have Supreme Court’s decision upholding it. Walker says the lawsuit challenging the until 2014 to create their own exchanges or the health-care law was only the first step in trying federal governto overturn it. The governor says the next step ment will do it is in November, when Republicans will have a for them. chance to elect a president and a Congress who will repeal it. Walker says Wisconsin won’t implement any part of the law until after that election. “It doesWalking distance to n’t do a whole lot of good if after November— schools/hospital & if you’ve got a new Congress downtown. and potentially a new president (June 27, July 4, 11) who will seek to make dramatic No smoking. STATE OF WISCONSIN changes. You’ve already had one St. Croix Falls CIRCUIT COURT of the candidates saying his pri$ POLK COUNTY ority on day one is going to be to /month repeal ObamaCare. For us to put U.S. Bank National Association 715-483-2732 time and effort and resources ND, into that doesn’t make a whole Plaintiff, lot of sense, and I think you’re vs. going to find a whole lot of other states like us around the coun- Mardel E. Barnette, Defendant. try.” Wisconsin Attorney General Case Code: 30404 The Monthly Board J.B. Van Hollen, who joined NOTICE OF other Republican attorneys genMeeting For The FORECLOSURE SALE eral in suing to overturn the law, Town Of McKinley Case No. 11 CV 539 says he won’t advise the governor on how to proceed. But Van Will Be Held On Hon. Molly E. GaleWyrick Hollen says the law spells out Tuesday, July 10, 2012, PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that deadlines that the federal govby virtue of a judgment of foreAt 7 p.m. ernment will enforce eventually, closure entered on the 15th day Agenda will be posted. “It has been upheld by the highof May, 2012, the Sheriff of Polk est court in our land that this law Town of McKinley is going to be able to proceed County will sell the described Deborah Grover, Clerk premises at public auction as and move forward. And as the dictates of that law indicate the follows: state must do things, the state is DATE/TIME: July 19, 2012, at (June 20, 27, July 4, 11, 18, 25) going to have to do things under 10:00 a.m. STATE OF WISCONSIN

NOTICE

CLAM FALLS TOWNSHIP

564151 35ap 46Lp

Walker says he won’t implement federal health-care reforms

Mickie J. Vobeyda, Town of Johnstown, and Gary L. Gall, Town of Johnstown, issued June 21, 2012.

563971

Crystina M. Smith, Town of Garfield, Jeremiah J. Smith, Town of Garfield, issued June 20, 2012. Sherraine D. Thomas, Miami Beach, Fla., and Kevin A. Grece, Miami Beach, Fla., issued June 20, 2012. Carrie S. Glaser, Town of Beaver, and Michael J. Wenzel, Town of Beaver, issued June 21, 2012.

561957 WNAXLP

Nietra J. Brand, Center City, Minn., and Bryan J. Jaquette, Center City, Minn., issued June 18, 2012. Allison E. Virchow, Denver, Colo., and Benjamin N. Laurent, Denver, Colo., issued June 19, 2012. Deedra L. Lieder, Milltown, and Corey D. Anderson, Milltown, issued June 19, 2012.

(July 4) LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT SMALL CLAIMS Case No. 12SC443 Claim Under Dollar Limit 31001 Eviction 31004 Applegate, Inc. P.O. Box 32 New Richmond, WI 54017 Plaintiff, vs. Kimberly Kellogg 219 E. Clayton Ave. #9 Clayton, WI 54004 Defendant(s). SUMMONS To the Defendant(s): You are being sued as described below. If you wish to dispute this matter: 1. You must appear at the time and place stated; 2. 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 this box is checked, in addition to filing a written answer, you must also personally appear at the date and time stated. If you do not appear, a judgment may be granted to the plaintiff. When to Appear Date: July 23, 2012 Time: 10:00 a.m. Place to Appear: Polk County Courthouse 1005 West Main St. Room 1102 Balsam Lake, WI 54810 Plaintiff’s Demand: The plaintiff states the following claim against the defendant(s): 1. Plaintiff demands judgment for: Money $389.14. 2. Unpaid Rents, Late Fees, Utilities, Pet Fees, Court Costs, etc. 564254 WNAXLP

563210 WNAXLP

Polk County marriage licenses

(June 20, 27, July 4, 11, 18, 25) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Frandsen Bank & Trust, Plaintiff, vs. Jamie S. Fjorden, and Bayfield Financial, LLC Defendants. Case No. 11 CV 803 Case Code: 30404 Foreclosure of Mortgage NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE By virtue of and pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure entered in the above-entitled action on the 17th day of February, 2012, I will sell at public auction at the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin, on the 21st day of August, 2012, at 10:00 a.m., all of the following described mortgaged premises, to-wit: Part of the SE 1/4 of the NE 1/4, Section 17-35N-17W, Village of Milltown, Polk County, Wisconsin, described as follows: Commencing at the SE corner of the SE 1/4 of the NE 1/4, Section 17-35N-17W; thence North 330.0 feet; thence West 660.0 feet, thence South 330.0 feet, thence East 660.0 feet to the point of beginning. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 514 160th St., Milltown, WI. TERMS OF SALE: Cash due upon confirmation of sale. DOWN PAYMENT: Ten percent (10%) of amount bid by certified check due at time of sale. Dated at Balsam Lake, Wis., this 1st day of June, 2012. Peter M. Johnson, Sheriff Polk County, Wisconsin GRINDELL LAW OFFICES, S.C. P.O. Box 585 Frederic, WI 54837 715-327-5561 Plaintiff’s Attorney (July 4, 11, 18) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Federal National Mortgage Association Plaintiff vs. John H. Brickman, et al. Defendant(s) Case No.: 11 CV 827 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 $225,891.74, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: July 31, 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: Lot 17, Olson’s Sunrise Addition to the City of Amery, Polk County, Wis. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 801 Melrose Avenue, Amery, WI 54001. TAX KAY NO.: 201-01117-0000. Dated this 8th day of June, 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 530905 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. 1893626

564242 WNAXLP

Notices/employment opportunity/garage sale/real estate

PAGE 18 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NEWS SECTION - A - JULY 4, 2012

Monday, July 16 at 7 p.m. Milltown Fire Hall Virgil Hansen, Clerk 564498 47-47L 36-37a,d

(June 13, 20, 27, July 4, 11, 18) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Royal Credit Union, a federal credit union, 200 Riverfront Terrace Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54703, Plaintiff, vs. Scott L. Petznick 5th Street, 309A P.O. Box 126 Centuria, Wisconsin 54824, Sherry A. Petznick 5th Street, 309A P.O. Box 126 Centuria, Wisconsin 54824, Central Bank, a Minnesota banking corporation, 2104 Hastings Avenue Newport, Minnesota 55055, John Doe, Mary Roe and XYZ Corporation, Defendants. Case Type: 30304 Case No.: 12 CV 73 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of that certain Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, Order for Judgment and Judgment entered and filed in the above-entitled action on May 9, 2012, the Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell the following described real property at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: July 11, 2012, at 10 a.m. TERMS: 10% of successful bid must be paid to Sheriff at sale in certified funds, with the balance due and owing on the date of confirmation of the sale by the Court. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810. LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lot Six (6) of Certified Survey Map No. 2247 recorded in Volume 10 of Certified Survey Maps on page 171, Document No. 556412, located in the Northeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (NE 1/4 of the SW 1/4), Section Thirty-five (35), Township Thirty-four (34) North, Range Eighteen (18) West, Town of St. Croix Falls, Polk County, Wisconsin; AND An undivided 1/7 interest in and to Qutlot One (1) of Certified Survey Map No. 2246 recorded in Volume 10 of Certified Survey Maps on page 170, as Document No. 556411, located in the Northeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (NE 1/4 of the SW 1/4), Section Thirty-five (35), Township Thirty-four (34) North, Range Eighteen (18) West (“Property”). (FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY: Plaintiff believes that the property address is 1970 123rd Avenue, St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin.) Dated: May 18, 2012. Peter Johnson, Sheriff Polk County, Wisconsin THIS INSTRUMENT WAS DRAFTED BY: ANASTASI & ASSOCIATES, P.A. 14985 60th Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 651-439-2951 Garth G. Gavenda #15955 563111 WNAXLP

Apply in person

Bean’s Country Griddle Frederic

564589 46-47L

(June 20, 27, July 4) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Royal Credit Union, a federal credit union, 200 Riverfront Terrace Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54703, Plaintiff, vs. Bradley P. Bundgaard 1901 40th Avenue Osceola, Wisconsin 54020, Wisconsin Department of Children and Families 201 East Washington Avenue, Second Floor P.O. Box 8916 Madison, Wisconsin 53708, John Doe, Mary Roe and XYZ corporation, Defendants. Case Type: 30404 Case No. 12CV53 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of that certain Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, Order for Judgment, and Judgment entered and filed in the above-entitled action on May 30, 2012, the Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell the following described real property at public auction as follows: DAY/DATE/TIME: Thursday, July 12, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: 10% of successful bid must be paid to Sheriff at sale in certified funds, with the balance due and owing on the date of confirmation of the sale by the Court. PLACE: Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810. LEGAL DESCRIPTION: A PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED IN GOVERNMENT LOTS THREE (3) AND FOUR (4), SECTION ELEVEN (11), TOWNSHIP THIRTY-TWO (32) NORTH, RANGE EIGHTEEN (18) WEST, TOWN OF ALDEN, POLK COUNTY, WISCONSIN, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 11, A DISTANCE OF 33.0 FEET NORTH OF THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 11; THENCE NORTH 88˚15’ WEST PARALLEL WITH THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 11 A DISTANCE OF 200 FEET; THENCE NORTH 00˚24’ WEST PARALLEL WITH THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 11 A DISTANCE OF 816 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE SHORE OF RICE LAKE; THENCE EASTERLY ALONG SAID SHORE TO THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 11; THENCE SOUTH 00˚24’ EAST ALONG SAID EAST LINE A DISTANCE OF 850 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. (FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY: Plaintiff believes that the property address is 1901 40th Avenue, Osceola, Wisconsin) Dated this 14th day of June, 2012. Peter Johnson Sheriff of Polk County, Wis. THIS INSTRUMENT WAS DRAFTED BY: ANASTASI & ASSOCIATES, P.A. 14985 60th Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 651-439-2951 Garth G. Gavenda/#15845

(July 4, 11, 18) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY AnchorBank, FSB Plaintiff vs. Edward M. Hill, et al. Defendant(s) Case No.: 11 CV 653 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on January 24, 2012, in the amount of $232,584.46, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: July 31, 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: Parcel 1: Lot 2 of Certified Survey Map No. 4778 recorded in Volume 21 of Certified Survey Maps, page 105 as Document No. 696249 being part of Government Lot 1, Section 22, Township 34 North, Range 17 West, Town of Balsam Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin. Parcel 2: Together with an easement for ingress and egress over the existing drive from County Trunk Highway “46” and continuing along the 66 foot wide access easement as shown on subject Certified Survey Map No. 4778 and also over the “existing drive” as shown on subject map. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1471 State Road 46, Balsam Lake, WI 54810-7320. TAX KEY NO.: 006-00613-0120. Dated this 12th day of June, 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. 1899297

HELP WANTED All Positions Apply in person

Ike Walton Lodge 7861 Birch St. Danbury, WI

715-866-7101 564422 46-47L 36--37a

NOTICE TOWN OF LUCK BOARD MEETING Tues., July 10, 7 p.m. Town Hall

Agenda: 1. Reading of the minutes 2. Treasurer’s report 3. Review and pay bills 4. Make decison on moratorium for frac sand 5. Patrolman’s report 6. Board of audit Any additional agenda will be posted in the Luck Town Hall and clerk’s office. 564567 46L Lloyd Nelson, Clerk (June 20, 27, July 4) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Royal Credit Union, a federal credit union, 200 Riverfront Terrace Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54703, Plaintiff, vs. Gary G. Dombrock Jr. 2137 75th Avenue Osceola, Wisconsin 54020, Danielle C. Dombrock 2137 75th Avenue Osceola, Wisconsin 54020, Central Bank, a Minnesota banking corporation, 2104 Hastings Avenue Newport, Minnesota 55055, John Doe, Mary Roe and XYZ corporation, Case Type: 30404 Case No. 12CV312 PUBLICATION SUMMONS THE STATE OF WISCONSIN TO DANIELLE C. DOMBROCK: YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that Plaintiff, Royal Credit Union, a federal credit union, has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you. WITHIN forty (40) days after June 20, 2012, you must respond with a written demand for a copy of the Complaint. The demand must be sent or delivered to the Polk County Clerk of Court, Polk County Justice Center, whose address is 1005 West Main Street, Suite 300, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin 54810, and to Plaintiff’s attorneys, Anastasi & Associates, P.A., whose address is 14985 60th Street North, Stillwater, Minnesota 55082. You may have an attorney help or represent you. If you do not demand a copy of the Complaint within forty (40) days, 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 may in the future, and may also be enforced by garnishment or seizure of property. Dated: June 7, 2012. ANASTASI & ASSOCIATES, P.A. Garth G. Gavenda, #1079588 David C. Anastasi, #1027144 14985 60th Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 Telephone: 651-439-2951 Attorneys for Plaintiff #16236

563277 WNAXLP

Monthly Board Meeting

PT Dishwasher/ Waitress year-round.

564054 WNAXLP

TOWN OF MILLTOWN

HELP WANTED

(June 27, July 4, 11) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF STEVEN W. JOHNSON Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 12 PR29 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth April 23, 1943 and date of death May 31, 2012, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 329 No. Washington St., St. Croix Falls, WI 54024. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is September 24, 2012. 5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500. Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar June 15, 2012 Steven J. Swanson Attorney at Law P.O. Box 609 St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 715-483-3787 Bar Number: 1003029

564241 WNAXLP

DATE CHANGE

(July 4, 11, 18) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY In Re: The marriage of Petitioner: Michael David Carlson and Respondent: Susanna Marie Carlson Publication Summons Divorce-40101 Case No. 12 FA THE STATE OF WISCONSIN, TO THE PERSON NAMED ABOVE AS RESPONDENT: You are notified that the petitioner above has filed a Petition for divorce or legal separation against you. You must respond with a written demand for a copy of the Petition within 40 days from the day after the first date of publication. The demand must be sent or delivered to the court at: Clerk of Court, Polk County Courthouse, 1005 West Main Street, Suite 300, Balsam Lake, WI 54810, and to: Attorney Carol Law, Wis. Bar #1010912, 2215 Vine Street, Hudson, WI 54016. It is recommended, but not required, that you have an attorney help or represent you. If you do not demand a copy of the Petition within 45 days, the court may grant judgment against you for the award of money or other legal action requested in the Petition, and you may lose your right to object to anything that is or may be incorrect in the Petition. 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. You are further notified that if the parties to this action have minor children, violation of §948.31, Wis. Stats., (Interference with custody by parent or others) is punishable by fines and/or imprisonment. If you and the petitioner have minor children, documents setting forth the percentage standard for child support established by the department under §49.22(9), Wis. Stats., and the factors that a court may consider for modification of that standard under §767.511(1m), Wis. Stats., are available upon your request from the Clerk of Court. You are notified of the availability of information from the Circuit Court Commissioner as set forth in §767.105, Wis. Stats. §767.105 Information from Circuit Court Commissioner. (2) Upon the request of a party to an action affecting the family, including a revision of judgment or order under sec. 767.59 or 767.451: (a) The Circuit Court Commissioner shall, with or without charge, provide the party with written information on the following, as appropriate to the action commenced: 1. The procedure for obtaining a judgment or order in the action. 2. The major issues usually addessed in such an action. 3. Community resources and family court counseling services available to assist the parties. 4. The procedure for setting, modifying and enforcing child support awards, or modifying and enforcing legal custody or physical placement judgments or orders. (b) The Circuit Court Commissioner shall provide a party, for inspection or purchase, with a copy of the statutory provisions in this chapter generally pertinent to the action. If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call: 715-4859299 at least ten (10) working days prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provide transportation. Attorney Carol Law 564605 June 29, 2012 WNAXLP

563614 WNAXLP

NOTICE

Notices/Employment opportunities

(June 20, 27, July 4) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY FIRST STATE BANK OF WYOMING Plaintiff, vs. MAX F. ROEMHILD and SUSAN M. ROEMHILD Defendants. NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Case No. 11CV770 Code: 30404 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that, by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure and sale entered in the above-entitled action on January 24, 2012, the undersigned Sheriff of Polk County, Wis., will sell at Public at the front steps of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810, on July 25, 2012, at 10:00 a.m., the real estate and mortgaged premises directed by said judgment to be sold, and herein described as follows: Lot One (1) and Lot Three (3) of Certified Survey Map No. 4767 recorded in Volume 21 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 94 as Document No. 695817, located in the Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (NW 1/4 of NE 1/4), Section Eight (8), Township Thirty-Five (35) North, Range Eighteen (18) West, Town of Eureka, Polk County, Wisconsin. Parcel ID No., Lot 1, CSM 4767: 020-00197-0100, Parcel ID No., Lot 3, CSM 4767: 020-00197-0300. and Lot Four (4) and Lot Seven (7) of Certified Survey Map No. 4768 recorded in Volume 21 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 95 as Document No. 695818, located in the Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (NW 1/4 of NE 1/4), Section Eight (8), Township Thirty-Five (35) North, Range Eighteen (18) West, Town of Eureka, Polk County, Wisconsin. Parcel ID No., Lot 4, CSM 4768: 020-00197-0400, Parcel ID No., Lot 7 CSM 4768: 020-00197-0700. and Lot Two (2) of Certified Survey Map No. 4767 recorded in Volume 21 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 94 as Document No. 695817, located in the Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (NW 1/4 of NE 1/4), Section Eight (8), Township Thirty-Five (35) North, Range Eighteen (18) West, Town of Eureka, Polk County, Wisconsin. Parcel ID No., Lot 2, CSM 4767: 020-00197-0200. Subject to and together with a 33-foot access easement along the west line of Lot Two (2) of Certified Survey Map No. 4767 to Lot Seven (7) of Certified Survey Map No. 4768. Subject to and together with a 20-foot-wide access easement along the Southerly Line of Lot Four (4) of Certified Survey Map No. 4768 to Lot Five (5) of Certified Survey Map No. 4768. PROPERTY ADDRESS: Vacant land in Eureka, Wisconsin. TERMS OF SALE; 1. This is a cash sale. A certified check or bank check in the amount of 10 percent of the amount bid must accompany the bid, with the balance due upon confirmation of the sale by the court. 2. Sale is subject to all unpaid real estate taxes and special assessments. 3. Purchaser shall pay any Wisconsin real estate transfer fee. 4. The property is being sold on an “as is” basis without warranties or representations of any kind. Dated: June 4, 2012. By: Peter Johnson, Sheriff Polk County, Wisconsin Thomas F. Miller (WI #1062498) MILLER & STEVENS, P.A. 26357 Forest Blvd., Suite 6 P.O. Box 807 Wyoming, MN 55092 651-462-0206 Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (15 USC 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. 563442 WNAXLP

JULY 4, 2012 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NEWS SECTION - A - PAGE 19

Notices/Employment opportunities

The Polk County Department of Administration is now accepting requests for Proposals for Investment Management Services. Deadline to respond is Friday, July 20, at noon. To receive a copy of the RFP go to www.co.polk.wi.us and click the Bids/RFP link. If you have any additional questions, please contact Maggie Wickre, Finance 564096 45-46L Manager, phone 715-485-9122.

NOTICE

TOWN OF LORAIN BOARD MEETING Thursday, July 12, 2012, 7:30 p.m. Lorain Town Hall

Agenda: Call meeting to order; verify publication of meeting/roll call; approve minutes of previous meeting; approve treasury report; motion to pay bills. Reports: Ambulance, Fire Dept., roads, Comprehensive Commission; additional items for future meeting; motion to adjourn. Susan E. Hughes, Clerk 564502 46L 36a

(July 4, 11, 18) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Royal Credit Union, a federal credit union, 200 Riverfront Terrace Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54703, Plaintiff, vs. Daniel W. Rattle 653 Nokomis Drive Osceola, Wisconsin 54020, Sue C. Rattle 653 Nokomis Drive Osceola, Wisconsin 54020, John Doe, Mary Roe, and XYZ corporation, Defendants. Case Type: 30404 Case No. 12CV155 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of that certain Amended Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, Order for Judgment, and Judgment entered and filed in the above-entitled action on June 15, 2012, the Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell the following described real property at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: July 26, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: 10% of successful bid must be paid to Sheriff at sale in certified funds, with the balance due and owing on the date of confirmation of the sale by the Court. PLACE: Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810. LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lot Three (3) of Certified Survey Map No. 3978 recorded in Volume 18 of Certified Survey Maps on page 08 as Document No. 649190, located in part of Government Lot Three (3) of Section Thirty-six (36), Township Thirty-three (33) North of Range Eighteen (18) West; Town of Garfield in Polk County, Wisconsin; together with a subject to easement rights as described in Volume 367 of Records on page 1 as Document No. 359200. (FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY: Plaintiff believes that the property address is 653 Nokomis Drive, Osceola, Wisconsin). Dated this 25th day of June, 2012. Peter Johnson Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin THIS INSTRUMENT WAS DRAFTED BY: ANASTASI & ASSOCIATES, P.A. 14985 60th Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 (651) 439-2951 Garth G. Gavenda/#16091

564500 WNAXLP

564392 WNAXLP

(July 4, 11, 18) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY AnchorBank, FSB Plaintiff vs. JOSEPH F. MEMMER, et al. Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 29 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on April 27, 2012, in the amount of $102,002.10, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: July 31, 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 South 183 feet of the West 238 feet of the following described parcel: A parcel of land located in the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4, Section 32, Township 35 North, Range 17 West, Town of Milltown, Polk County, Wisconsin, described as follows: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of said Section 32, and running on an assumed bearing of due South a distance of 500.0 feet to the point of beginning; thence North 88˚58’ East, 1,286.8 feet to a point on the East line of said Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4; thence South 455.0 feet to a point; thence South 88˚58’ West, 1,286.8 feet to a point; thence North 455.0 feet to the point of beginning of this survey. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1840 170th St., Centuria, WI 54824. TAX KEY NO.: 040-01064-0000. Dated this 12th day of June, 2012. 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. 1899543

NOTICE TOWN OF DANIELS

MONTHLY BOARD MEETING

The Monthly Town Board Meeting will be held Tuesday, July 10, 2012, at 7 p.m., at Daniels Town Hall.

AGENDA: Minutes & treasurer report; town truck; town ins.; WTA annual conference; payment of town bills and any other business properly brought before board. Agenda will be posted at Daniels Town Hall 24 hours before meeting. Visit Daniels Township Web site www.townofdaniels.org Liz Simonsen, Clerk 564380 46L

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE

Part-time position available with Burnett County in N.W. Wisconsin. www.burnettcounty.com for further details or 715-349564510 2181. Application deadline July 13, 2012. EOE. 46-47L, 36a,b,c

(June 20, 27, July 4, 11, 18, 25) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Royal Credit Union, a federal credit union, 200 Riverfront Terrace Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54703, Plaintiff, vs. Arvid A. Nelson 1767 235th Street St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin 54024, Bonnie K. Nelson 1767 235th Street St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin 54024, Central Bank, a Minnesota banking corporation, 2104 Hastings Avenue Newport, Minnesota 55055, John Doe, Mary Roe and XYZ corporation, Defendants. Case Type: 30404 Case No. 12CV74 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of that certain Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, Order for Judgment, and Judgment entered and filed in the above-entitled action on April 27, 2012, the Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell the following described real property at public auction as follows: DAY/DATE/TIME: Thursday, August 2, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: 10% of successful bid must be paid to Sheriff at sale in certified funds, with the balance due and owing on the date of confirmation of the sale by the Court. PLACE: Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main Street , Balsam Lake, WI 54810. LEGAL DESCRIPTION: THAT PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF NORTHWEST QUARTER (SE 1/4 OF NW 1/4), SECTION SIX (6) TOWNSHIP THIRTY-FOUR (34) NORTH OF RANGE EIGHTEEN (18) WEST WHICH LIES NORTHEASTERLY OF STATE TRUNK HIGHWAY NO. 87 RIGHT-OFWAY AS PRESENTLY LAID OUT; ST. CROIX FALLS TOWNSHIP IN POLK COUNTY, WISCONSIN. (FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY: Plaintiff believes that the property address is 1767 235th Street, St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin). Dated this 14th day of June, 2012. Peter Johnson Sheriff of Polk County, Wis. THIS INSTRUMENT WAS DRAFTED BY: ANASTASI & ASSOCIATES, P.A. 14985 60th Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 651-439-2951 Garth G. Gavenda/#16006

(June 27, July 4, 11) 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 DERICK J. WHITE, et al. Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 47 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on May 16, 2012, in the amount of $166,486.84, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: July 24, 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 and encumbrances. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin. DESCRIPTION: A parcel of land in the North fractional 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4, Section 5, Township 33 North, Range 16 West, Town of Lincoln, Polk County, Wisconsin, described as follows: Commencing at the intersection of the centerline of County Trunk Highway “8” and the Town Road; thence East along the centerline of the Town Road, 600 feet to the point of beginning; thence South parallel with the centerline of County Trunk Highway “8,” 275 feet, thence East parallel to the centerline of the Town Road, 389 feet thence North parallel to the centerline of County Trunk Highway “8” to the centerline of the Town Road; thence West along the centerline of the Town Road to the point of beginning. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1080 120th Ave., Amery, WI 54001. TAX KEY NO.: 032-00097-0000. Dated this 12th day of June, 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

563662 WNAXLP

Ray W. Kirk, 84, Luck, died June 21, 2012. Patricia A. Salome, 69, St. Croix Falls, died June 23, 2012.

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. 1899062

HOPKINS SAND & GRAVEL is accepting applications for a

DIESEL MECHANIC

Must have experience with heavy equipment, and welding. CDL is helpful. Excellent benefit package available including health, life, dental & 401(k).

Interested applicants should apply at:

27760 State Road 35, Webster, WI

564418 46L 36a

NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

563294 WNAXLP

564501 WNAXLP

Beverly L. Anfinson, 74, Osceola, died June 16, 2012. Margaret A. Roth, 47, Osceola, died June 17, 2012. Russel L. Cadry, 24, Luck, died June 19, 2012. (June 20, 27, July 4) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY (July 4, 11, 18, 25, Aug. 1, 8) Central Bank, STATE OF WISCONSIN a Minnesota banking CIRCUIT COURT corporation, POLK COUNTY 304 Cascade Street Central Bank, P.O. Box 188 a Minnesota banking Osceola, Wisconsin 54020, corporation Plaintiff, 304 Cascade Street vs. Osceola, Wisconsin 54020, Max L. Fisk, Plaintiff, through his heirs, vs. 510 North Adams Street Glen Johnson Construction, Inc., St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin 54024, a Minnesota corporation 118 East Chestnut Street, #1 Michael D. Fisk Stillwater, Minnesota 55082, 2377 81st Avenue Osceola, Wisconsin 54020, Glen E. Johnson 433 County Road A Myrna J. Fisk Hudson, Wisconsin 54016, 2377 81st Avenue Osceola, Wisconsin 54020, Citizens State Bank, a Wisconsin state bank John Doe, Mary Roe 375 Stageline Road and XYZ corporation P.O. Box 247 Defendants. Hudson, Wisconsin 54016 Case Type: 30404 John Doe, Mary Roe, and Case No. 12CV354 XYZ corporation, PUBLICATION SUMMONS Defendants. THE STATE OF WISCONSIN Case Type: 30404 TO MAX L. FISK; HIS HEIRS, Case No. 12CV157 OR ASSIGNS: NOTICE OF YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFORECLOSURE SALE FIED that Plaintiff, Central Bank, PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that a Minnesota banking corporaby virtue of that certain Findings tion, has filed a lawsuit or other of Fact, Conclusions of Law, legal action against you. Order for Judgment, and JudgWITHIN forty (40) days after ment entered and filed in the June 20, 2012, you must reabove-entitled action on June spond with a written demand for 15, 2012, the Sheriff of Polk a copy of the Complaint. The County, Wisconsin, will sell the demand must be sent or delivfollowing described real property ered to the Polk County Clerk of at public auction as follows: Court, Polk County Justice CenDAY/DATE/TIME: Thursday, ter, whose address is 1005 West August 16, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. Main Street, Suite 300, Balsam TERMS: 10% of successful bid Lake, Wisconsin 54810, and to must be paid to Sheriff at sale Plaintiff’s attorneys, Anastasi & in certified funds, with the bal- Associates, P.A., whose address ance due and owing on the is 14985 60th Street North, date of confirmation of the sale Stillwater, Minnesota 55082. You may have an attorney help or by the Court. PLACE: Lobby of the Polk represent you. If you do not demand a copy County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, of the Complaint within forty (40) days, the Court may grant judgWI 54810. LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lot 2 of ment against you for the award Certified Survey Map No. 106 of money or other legal action filed in Volume “1” of Certified requested in the Complaint, Survey Maps, page 107, being and you may lose your right part of Lot 8 of Warren Park to object to anything that is or Addition to the Town of Alden, may be incorrect in the Complaint. A judgment may be enPolk County, Wisconsin. forced as provided by law. A (FOR INFORMATIONAL PUR- judgment awarding money may POSES ONLY: Plaintiff be- become a lien against any real lieves that the property PID is estate you own now or may in 002-02112-0000). the future, and may also be Dated this 25th day of June, enforced by garnishment or sei2012. zure of property. Dated: June 7, 2012. Peter Johnson Sheriff of Polk County, Wis. ANASTASI & ASSOCIATES, THIS INSTRUMENT WAS P.A. DRAFTED BY: Garth G. Gavenda, #1079588 ANASTASI & ASSOCIATES, David C. Anastasi, #1027144 P.A. 14985 60th Street North 14985 60th Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 Stillwater, MN 55082 Telephone: 651-439-2951 (651) 439-2951 Attorneys for Plaintiff Garth G. Gavenda/#16079 #16107

563617 WNAXLP

Polk County deaths

POLK COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY Monthly Board Meeting Thursday, July 12, 2012, at 9 a.m. Shoreview Apartments, Balsam Lake

Agenda: I. Call to Order. II. Minutes. III. Financial Reports. IV. Operations Report. V. Unfinished Business. VI. New 564628 46L Business. VII. Bid Opening. VIII. Adjourn.

PAGE 20 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NEWS SECTION - A - JULY 4, 2012

Notices/Employment opportunities Burnett County deaths

SCHOOL DISTRICT OF WEBSTER INVITATION TO BID

James D. Swanson, 52, Town of Swiss, died June 15, 2012.

Kawasaki Mule 2510 4x4

OHV, 2 cylinder, 4 stroke, 1,470 hours, plow, wench, new tires Mower, plow, rear bucket Available for viewing at the 5-12 School Sealed bids shall be received on or before 4 p.m. July 13 to: Brian Sears School District of Webster P.O. Box 9, Webster, WI 54893 bsears@webster.k12.wi.us 715-866-4281Ext. 336 The Webster School Board has full authority to accept or reject any or all bids.

563988 45-46L 35-36a WNAXLP

Massey Ferguson TO30 Tractor

WHITE BEAR MACHINE, INC. Has 4 Positions: 1) CNC Operator 2) CNC Machinist 3) Production & Assembly 4) Welder Contact: Jim Ward 715-483-1757

564349 35-36dp 46-47Lp

920 Pine St. St. Croix Falls

BUSINESS EDUCATION TEACHER FREDERIC SCHOOL DISTRICT Job Description: Full-time position Requirements: Applicants must hold or be eligible for Wisconsin teaching certificate with DPI endorsement #250 Business Education. Qualifications: Wisconsin DPI certified #250 - Business Education. Must be technologically-savvy, dynamic educator who guides and leads the business education program. Candidate will possess effective interpersonal, communication, leadership and organizational skills. Deadline: July 9, 2012 How to Apply: Submit a district application, (available at www.frederic.k12.wi.us/districtinformation/employmentopportunities) letter of interest, resume, copy of WI licenses, copy of transcripts and 3 letters of recommendation to: Josh Robinson, District Administrator 1437 Clam Falls Drive Frederic, WI 715-327-4223 564068 45-46L robinsonj@frederic.k2.wi.us The School District of Frederic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

VILLAGE OF SIREN NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Public notice is hereby given to all persons in the Village of Siren, Wisconsin, that a public hearing will be held on Tuesday, July 17, at 10 a.m., at the Village Hall, 24049 First Avenue, Village of Siren, Wisconsin, relative to an application for a Variance to the Village of Siren Land Use Ordinance as follows: A variance to allow reduced setback to one foot from the right of way along County Road B. Variance is being applied for by Siren School District. (PID: 07-181-2-38-16-08-4 03-000-012001) All persons interested are invited to attend said hearing and be heard. Information on the proposal is available at the Village Office at 24049 First Avenue. Martin Shutt Administrator 564603 46-47L WNAXLP

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF SIREN

SPECIAL EDUCATION DIRECTOR

The School District of Siren has opened a search for a full-time Director of Special Education. This position will involve shared duties between the Siren School District and the Cameron School District. QUALIFICATIONS DPI Certification # 80 - Director of Special Education and/or Pupil Services Director. Must have a thorough knowledge of special education law. REQUIREMENTS Administer the Special Education Programs in each school district and serve as the immediate supervisor for the special education and support staff. Must lead the districts in compliance and reporting guidelines. HOW TO APPLY Send letter, resume, license, transcripts and three letters of reference to: Scott Johnson, District Administrator School District of Siren 24022 – 4th Avenue Siren, WI 54872 This position will be filled as soon as possible. Please apply immediately.

563876 45-46L 35-36a

The Webster School District is accepting bids for the sale of:

Per S. Hansen Jr., 44, Town of Wood River, died June 17, 2012. Jena M. Wycoski, 46, village of Siren, died June 20, 2012. Mark D. Spofford, 50, Town of Siren, died June 21, 2012.

ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING INSTRUCTORS WITC New Richmond & Superior Campuses

Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College is seeking learning-focused, creative and dynamic individuals for full-time Associate Degree Nursing Instructor positions. WITC will be hiring two candidates for the New Richmond campus and one for the Superior Campus beginning fall semester. The ideal candidates will demonstrate interest in and potential for excellence in facilitating student learning and development. Qualifications include: Master’s degree with a major in nursing or significant progress toward master’s degree, two years’ occupational nursing experience and direct care experience as a practicing nurse within the past five years. Deadline to apply: July 9, 2012

Job Description: Full-time Position Requirements: Applicants must hold or be eligible for Wisconsin teaching certificate with DPI endorsement #902 - Library Media Specialist. Qualifications: Wisconsin DPI certified #902 - Library Media Specialist. Must be technologically-savvy, dynamic educator who guides and leads the media program. Candidate will possess effective interpersonal, communication, leadership and organizational skills. Ability to work collegially with and advise teaching staff on integrating media, reading and language arts standards and benchmarks. Ability to demonstrate the setup, implementation, training and use of 21st century technologies in the classroom. Evidence of commitment to professional growth in 21st century skills and learning technologies. MINIMAL QUALIFICATIONS: Experience and competence as a media specialist at the appropriate level. Ability to relate to and work well with students and staff. Enthusiasm for the role of the school library media specialist. Ability to provide leadership, organization, and management of the media center and assist in the development of curriculum and technology integration. Deadline: July 9, 2012 How to Apply: Submit a district application, (available at www.frederic. k12.wi.us/districtinformation/employmentopportunities) letter of interest, resume, copy of WI licenses, copy of transcripts and 3 letters of recommendation to: Josh Robinson, District Administrator 1437 Clam Falls Drive Frederic, WI 715-327-4223 564067 45-46L robinsonj@frederic.k12.wi.us The School District of Frederic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

WISCONSIN INDIANHEAD TECHNICAL COLLEGE

For a complete list of qualifications and to apply visit our Web site at ww.witc.edu/employ. 564266 35a-e 46L TTY 711

WITC is an Equal Opportunity/Access Employer and Educator.

HELP WANTED FT Cook/Administrative Assistant

Core Products International Inc., Osceola, WI, is a leading manufacturer of orthopedic, health, comfort care and massage products. We are looking for a GREAT person to join our progressive company. Qualifications/requirements include, but not limited to, enthusiastic, organized, take-charge attitude, self motivated and directed, good math skills and able to work alone efficiently. Cook/ office function include, but not limited to, prepare and serve lunch meals, collect and maintain cafeteria budget, purchase food items, collection calls, order entry, sales/ marketing support and trade shows support. Wage starts $9/$10 depending on experience and qualifications. Hours 8 a.m. to 4:30 pm. Monday-Friday. If interested, please apply in person or mail resume to:

CORE PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL INC. 808 Prospect Ave., Osceola, WI 54020 E-mail jguenette@coreproducts.com Core Products is a equal opportunity employer.

564453 46-47L

LIBRARY MEDIA SPECIALIST FREDERIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

TOWN OF ST. CROIX FALLS Polk County, Wisconsin www.townofstcroixfalls.org PLAN COMMISSION NOTICE OF HEARING July 11, 2012 The Town of St. Croix Falls Plan Commission will hold a public hearing at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, July 11, 2012, at the Town Hall at 1305 200th Street & U.S. Hwy. 8, St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin. Written evidence, testimony or comments, if any, must be delivered in person or by mail to the Town Hall. William Bluhm requests to obtain a Special Exception to build and operate a tasting house and event center in the Agricultural District. The address of the proposed use is 2013 120th Ave., and the property is located in Section 34, T34N, R 18W. The current parcel identification number is 044-009590000. The Town of St Croix Falls is holding a public hearing to discuss amendments to Chapter 1 of the Town’s Zoning Ordinance. Drafts of the proposed changes are available at the Town Hall or the Town Web site, www.townofstcroixfalls.org. 564102 45-46L WNAXLP Jim Alt, Zoning Administrator

POLK COUNTY POSITION ANNOUNCEMENTS Heavy Equipment Operator (2 positions) $17.46/hr. Lime Quarry Limited part-time average 20 hr./week - max 1,000 hr./annually Deadline to apply: July 9, 2012 GOLDEN AGE MANOR C.N.A $13.12/hr. + shift differential Part Time positions available .40 for pms and .50 for nocs for various shifts Deadline to apply: July 27, 2012 at 4 p.m. Also accepting applications for casual/weekend C.N.A. **Please mail CNA applications directly to GAM** 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, Attn: Sue Reed, 220 Scholl Ct., Amery, or by calling 715-485-9176. Please, no faxed applications. AA/EEOC 564376 46L

ST. CROIX TRIBAL HEAD START

DIRECTOR POSITION

3792 State Hwy. 70 Hertel, WI 54845 St. Croix Tribal Head Start is looking for someone to assume the responsibilities of director. This applicant is responsible for assuring all the Head Start program mandates and standards for excellence are met on daily basis. This position develops the structure, systems and procedures to facilitate this. In addition to the operating responsibility for fiscal, legal and programmatic aspects of the program, it bears the responsibly of assuring that the program is strategically positioned for the future. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Social Welfare Public Administration, Human Resources, Day Care Administration or one of the three sciences, with three years’ experience in preschool management. Candidates must have strong leadership skills with team player capabilities. Candidates must be able to pass a health examination and background check. Head start experience preferred. Native American Preference Desired start date: August 6, 2012 Send resume to the St. Croix Tribal Head Start 27663 Angeline Ave., Webster, WI 54893 Or contact the St. Croix Tribal Human Resource Dept. for more information or an application. 564175 35a,b 46L

PUBLIC NOTICE BURNETT COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

Public input is being sought for the 2013 Department of Health & Human Services Plan and Budget. The public is invited to attend two Health & Human Services Board Meetings to provide input. We are seeking comments from clients, providers, interested citizens and community agencies as to the adequacy and need for services in such areas as services to juveniles, child protective services, services to the elderly and handicapped, mental health services, substance abuse services, services to the developmentally disabled and any other services being or needing to be provided in the community. The first meeting will be held on Tuesday, July 17, 2012, at 1:30 p.m., in Room 165 of the Burnett County Government Center, 7410 County Road K, Siren, WI 54872. The second meeting will be held on Tuesday, August 7, 2012, at 1:30 p.m., in Room 165 of the Burnett County Government Center, 7410 County Road K, Siren, WI 54872. Written comments may also be submitted prior to 4:30 p.m. on Friday, July 27, 2012, addressed to: Burnett County Department of Health & Human Services Attn: Katherine Peterson, Director 7410 County Road K #280 564318 46L 36a WNAXLP Siren, WI 54872 The meeting site is accessible to the physically disabled.

JULY 4, 2012 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NEWS SECTION - A - PAGE 21

564246 46L

MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL MATH AND SCIENCE TEACHER FREDERIC SCHOOL DISTRICT Job Description: Full-time position (1.0 FTE) Requirements: Applicants must hold or be eligible for Wisconsin teaching certificate with DPI endorsement #400 - Math Education and #625 Physics, #637 Physical Science preferred. Qualifications: Wisconsin DPI certifications #400 Math Education and #625 Physics. Successful candidate must possess skills, aptitudes and qualifications in the following performance areas: 1. Mathematics Standards - demonstrate familiarity with Common Core Standards. 2. Effective planning and instruction that ensures higher levels of critical thinking. 3. Quality assessment of learning in multiple ways. 4. Informational media and technology to facilitate student learning/engagement in a 21st century personalized learning environment. 5. Effective written and oral communication. 6. Multiple teaching practices to benefit various learning styles. 7. Emphasis on appropriate interventions and progress monitoring to support learning. 8. Knowledge of the tenets of a professional learning community. 9. Positive, constructive, professional relationships with students, families and staff while maintaining a high level of expectation. 10. Creativity, adaptability and compliance toward assisting the district meet the needs of all students. Coaching and cocurricular opportunities available. Deadline: July 9, 2012 How to Apply: Submit a district application, (available at www.frederic.k12.wi.us/districtinformation/employmentopportunities) letter of interest, resume, copy of WI licenses, copy of transcripts and 3 letters of recommendation to: Josh Robinson, District Administrator 1437 Clam Falls Drive Frederic, WI 715-327-4223 564069 45-46L robinsonj@frederic.k12.wi.us The School District of Frederic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

INVITATION TO BID PROJECT TITLE: Boiler to Electric Baseboard Renovation Project for the Polk County Housing Authority - Pineview Apartments.

Sealed bids to be received by the Owner, the Polk County Housing Authority, in the main office at 403 2nd Ave. E., Osceola, WI 54020, until 2 p.m., Wednesday, July 11, 2012. Bids will be opened and publicly read at the regular board meeting of the Polk County Housing Authority on Thursday, July 12, 2012, at 9 a.m. Target date of September 1, 2012, for completion is projected. The work is a Rural Development project, will be bid in one lump sum contract and is as follows: drain and remove existing hot water heating system and install in its place appropriate electric heating units as described in the specs. Plans can be requested from the Owner, but all plan design or spec questions to be directed to the Designer. With each bid, Contractor must submit the following: - Bid on company letterhead. - Bid guarantee in the amount of 5% of the bid. This may be a bid bond, certified check or bank draft, payable to the Owner. - Proposed Materials List - Company background, resume and references After Contract award, the following must be submitted to the Designer within 5 working days: - Performance and Material Payment Bond for 100% of contract price or, as may be required by law, a separate performance and payment bonds, each for 50% or more of contract price, or a 20% cash escrow or a 25% irrevocable letter of credit. No bidder may withdraw their bid within 30 days after the actual bid opening. The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any informalities in bidding and to accept the bid most advantageous to the Owner. The Owner will have the right to accept base bids and alternates in any order or combination and to determine the low bidder on the basis of the sum of the base bid(s) and alternates accepted. The Owner may also delete some work items, based on budgetary restrictions. The Housing Authority has tax-exempt status. Contractor to be responsible for all measuring, ordering, handling, delivering and storing of materials. Bidders who are being considered for contract award may be asked to submit a Qualification Statement (AIA Document A305). Contractors are encouraged to visit the site to familiarize themselves with existing conditions. Contact Jenifer Cockroft (715294-4243) to set up an appointment. 563934 BID DOCUMENTS WILL BE AVAILABLE: June 27, 2012. Owner: Polk County Housing Authority 403 2nd Ave. E. Osceola, WI 54020 715-294-4243

45-46L 35-36a,d

WNAXLP Designer: Don’s Design Service of USA, LLC 514 1/2 Dover Street Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 715-830-1800

NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

School District of Siren

VACANCY NOTICE

GRANTSBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT

Position:

School Nurse – part time (12-15 hours per week) Qualifications: Registered Nurse License with Public Health Nursing Coursework Duties: The school nurse is required to supervise and administer the emergency nursing services plan for the school district. This includes overseeing the student immunization records, supervising the treatment of sick and injured students, other health-related student services and fulfilling any required state or county reporting related to nursing services. Supervisory: The school nurse is responsible for the supervision of the health aide. Application: Candidates are asked to apply immediately by sending a letter, resume and copy of licensure to: Scott Johnson, District Administrator, School District of Siren, 24022 4th Avenue, Siren, WI 54872. Deadline: This position will be filled as soon as possible. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately. 563990 Start Date: August 27, 2012 45-46L 35-36a

(June 27, July 4, 11) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Royal Credit Union, a federal credit union, 200 Riverfront Terrace Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54703, Plaintiff, vs. Sandra L. Peterson 2230A 150th Avenue St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin 54024, Polk County Wisconsin 100 Polk County Plaza Balsam Lake, Wisconsin 54810, Wisconsin Department of Children and Families 201 East Washington Avenue, Second Floor P.O. Box 8916 Madison, Wisconsin 53708, Central Bank, a Minnesota banking corporation, 2104 Hastings Avenue Newport, Minnesota 55055, John Doe, Mary Roe, and XYZ corporation Defendants. Case Type: 30404 Case No. 12CV134 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of that certain Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, Order for Judgment, and Judgment entered and filed in the above-entitled action on June 7, 2012, the Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell the following described real property at public auction as follows: DAY/DATE/TIME: Thursday, July 19, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: 10% of successful bid must be paid to Sheriff at sale in certified funds, with the balance due and owing on the date of confirmation of the sale by the Court. PLACE: Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810. LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT TWO (2) OF CERTIFIED SURVEY MAP NO. 2652 RECORDED IN VOLUME 12 OF CERTIFIED SURVEY MAPS, PAGE 139 AS DOCUMENT NO. 579777, LOCATED IN PART OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (NW 1/4 OF NE 1/4), SECTION TWENTY (20), TOWNSHIP THIRTYFOUR (34) NORTH OF RANGE EIGHTEEN (18) WEST, TOWN OF ST. CROIX FALLS, POLK COUNTY, WIS-

Job Title: H.R. Contact Contact Phone Job Description: Qualifications: Requirements:

How to apply: Employer: Job Address: Web site: Description:

Second-Grade Teacher Kathleen Coppenbarger 715-463-2320 100% FTE 2nd-Grade Classroom Teacher for Grantsburg Elementary School. Appropriate Wisconsin Certification: 71-Early Childhood - Middle Childhood (Birth - age 11) or equivalent. The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching young children and the skills to guide them to success in their learning. Candidates should also have experience with differentiation, Everyday Math and Guided Reading. Desire to work in a team of collaborative progressive thinking educators focused on the development of the whole child. Candidate must have the ability to provide a safe and positive learning environment for all students. Technology literacy is also desired. Send letter of application, resume, e-mail address, credentials, including three letters of recommendation, transcripts, and a copy of license by July 11, 2012. Grantsburg School District 475 E. James Ave. Grantsburg, WI 54840 Same as the employer address. http://www.gk12.net. Grantsburg School District is a PK-12 School System of 1,000 students that is located in NW Wisconsin. It is located just over an hour from the Twin Cities Metro area. Grantsburg is located on the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway and is the home of Crex Meadows Wildlife Center. 564089 45-46L

The School District of Grantsburg does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age or handicap.

CONSIN EXCEPT A PARCEL OF LAND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE NORTH QUARTER CORNER OF SAID SECTION 20 AND THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF CERTIFIED SURVEY MAP NO. 2652, FILED IN VOLUME 12, PAGE 139 OF CERTIFIED SURVEY MAPS; THENCE SOUTH 88º37’22” EAST, ASSUMED BEARING, ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF THE NW 1/4 OF THE NE 1/4 OF SAID SECTION 20 AND THE NORTH LINE OF SAID CERTIFIED SURVEY MAP NO. 2652, A DISTANCE OF 1349.92 FEET TO THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID CERTIFIED SURVEY MAP NO. 2652; THENCE, LEAVING SAID NORTH LINES, SOUTH 00º54’38” WEST, ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID CERTIFIED SURVEY MAP NO. 2652, A DISTANCE OF 10.01 FEET; THENCE, LEAVING SAID EAST LINE, NORTH 88º39’42” WEST 432.71 FEET TO A POINT 10.3 FEET SOUTH OF AFORESAID NORTH LINES; THENCE NORTH 87º58’46 WEST 917.36 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; TOWN OF ST. CROIX FALLS, IN POLK COUNTY, WISCONSIN. TOGETHER WITH AN NONEXCLUSIVE PERPETUAL EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS OVER THE EAST 30.29 FEET OF THE NORTH 198.01 FEET OF THE NW 1/4 OF NE 1/4, SECTION 20-34-18. TOGETHER WITH A PERPETUAL EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS OVER THE EXISTING DRIVEWAY LOCATED IN THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE NE 1/4 OF NE 1/4, SECTION 20-34-18, TO PROVIDE ACCESS FROM THE EXISTING TOWN ROAD. (FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY: Plaintiff believes that the property address is 2230A 150th Avenue, St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin) Dated this 15th day of June, 2012. Peter Johnson Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin THIS INSTRUMENT WAS DRAFTED BY: ANASTASI & ASSOCIATES, P.A. 14985 60th Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 (651) 439-2951 Garth G. Gavenda/#15958

(June 20, 27, July 4 STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Royal Credit Union, a federal credit union, 200 Riverfront Terrace Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54703, Plaintiff, vs. Edwin N. Daniels 3505 Reynard Way #39 San Diego, California 92103, Michele R. Daniels 3505 Reynard Way #39 San Diego, California 92103, Central Bank, a Minnesota banking corporation, 2104 Hastings Avenue Newport, Minnesota 55055, John Doe, Mary Roe and XYZ corporation, Defendants. Case Type: 30404 Case No. 12CV122 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of that certain Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, Order for Judgment, and Judgment entered and filed in the above-entitled action on June 1, 2012, the Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell the following described real property at public auction as follows: DAY/DATE/TIME: Thursday, July 12, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: 10% of successful bid must be paid to Sheriff at sale in certified funds, with the balance due and owing on the date of confirmation of the sale by the Court. PLACE: Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810. LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Parcel 1: Part of the Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (NE 1/4 of NE 1/4), Section Twenty-four (24), Township Thirty-five (35) North, Range Seventeen (17) West, Town of Milltown, Polk County, Wisconsin, described in Volume 544 Records, page 357. Together with an easement for ingress and egress as recorded in Volume 729 Records, page 729 as Document No. 562949. Parcel 2: The Southwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (SW 1/4 of NE 1/4), Section Twenty-four (24), Township Thirty-five (35) North, Range Seventeen (17) West, Town of Milltown, Polk County, Wisconsin, EXCEPT that parcel described in Volume 904 Records, page 764; also described as: The Southwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (SW 1/4 NE 1/4), Section 24, Township 35 North, Range 17 West, EX-

CEPT that parcel described in Volume 904 Records, page 764, in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Polk County, Wisconsin, described as follows: Part of the Southeast Quarter of Northeast Quarter (SE 1/4 of NE 1/4) and in part of the Southwest Quarter of Northeast Quarter (SW 1/4 NE 1/4), Section 24, Township 35 North, Range 17 West of the Fourth Principal Meridian, Town of Milltown, Polk County, Wisconsin, described as follows: Beginning at the East 1/4 corner of said Section 24; thence North 88 degrees 45’ 05” West, along the South line of said SE 1/4 of NE 1/4 and along the South line of said SW 1/4 of NE 1/4, 1841.50 feet; thence leaving said South lines, North 660.16 feet; thence South 88 degrees 45’ 05” East, a distance of 1,093.39 feet; thence North 32 degrees 43’ 28” East 274.26 feet; thence South 78 degrees 13’ 33” East 612.56 feet to the East line of said SE 1/4 of NE 1/4; thence South, along said East line, 782.19 feet to the point of beginning. AND INCLUDING Part of the Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (NE 1/4 NE 1/4) Section 24, Township 35 North, Range 17 West, described in Volume 544 Records, page 357, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Polk County, Wisconsin, described as follows: Part of the NE 1/4 of the NE 1/4, Section 24, Township 35 North of Range 17 West, described as follows: Commencing 990 feet South of the Northeast corner of the NE 1/4 of NE 1/4, Section 24-35-17, thence South 330 feet; thence West 1320 feet; thence North 330 feet; thence East 1320 feet to the point of beginning, Polk County, Wisconsin. Together with an easement for ingress and egress as recorded in Volume 729 Records page 729, Document No. 562949 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Polk County, Wisconsin. (FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY: Plaintiff believes that the property address is 2073A 120th Street, Milltown, Wisconsin) Dated this 14th day of June, 2012. Peter Johnson Sheriff of Polk County, Wis. THIS INSTRUMENT WAS DRAFTED BY: ANASTASI & ASSOCIATES, P.A. 14985 60th Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 (651) 439-2951 Garth G. Gavenda/#15945

WNAXLP

The regular Monthly Village Board Meeting will be held on Monday, July 9, 2012, at 7 p.m., at the Village Hall, 107 Hope Road W. Agenda will be posted at the Village Hall. Kristi Swanson Clerk

563615

NOTICE

The July meeting of the Village Board of Siren will be held Thursday, July 5, 2012, at 2 p.m. at the Village Hall. Agenda posted. Ann Peterson 564248 Clerk-Treasurer 46L

NOTICE OF MEETING Village of Frederic

563789 WNAXLP

Notices

PAGE 22 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NEWS SECTION - A - JULY 4, 2012

POLK COUNTY LAND INFORMATION COMMITTEE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CLASS 1 NOTICE PETITION TO EXPAND BIG BLAKE LAKE PROTECTION & REHABILITATION DISTRICT Date of Public Hearing: Wednesday, July 11, 2012 Time: During the Regular Meeting of the Land Information Committee, 8:30 a.m. Place: County Boardroom, Polk County Government Center, Balsam Lake, WI 54810 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that during its regular business meeting on July 11, 2012, commencing at 8:30 a.m., the Polk County Land Information Committee will hold a public hearing pursuant to Wisconsin Statute 33.26 to receive public testimony concerning the proposed petition of attachment of the Big Blake Lake Protection and Rehabilitation Board of Commissioners to expand the boundaries of the Big Blake Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District originally established on November 5, 1976. The lands affected by the proposed petition are identified in the Description of Proposed District Expansion, attached hereto and incorporated herein this notice of public hearing as pages 1 through 5. At the hearing all interested persons may offer objections, criticisms or suggestions as to the necessity of the proposed district expansion as outlined and to the question of whether their property will be benefited by the petitioned attachment. Any person wishing to object to the petition may, before the date set for the hearing, file objections to the petition with the Land Information Department (715) 485-9170. Following the public hearing, the Land Information Committee will adopt findings and a committee report. The recommendations of the Land Information Committee consider will be filed with the County Clerk. The Polk County Board of Supervisors will consider and act on the petition and committee report during its regular monthly meeting on August 21, 2012. A copy of the petition is available on the Polk County Web site at http://www.co.polk.wi.us/landinfo/index.asp and in the Land Information Office, 100 Polk County Plaza, Suite 130, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Monday thru Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. The public hearing is open to the public according to Wisconsin State Statute 19.83. Persons with disabilities wishing to attend and/ or participate are asked to notify the County Clerk’s office (715-4859226) at least 24 hours in advance of the scheduled meeting time so all reasonable accommodation can be made. BY ORDER OF THE LAND INFORMATION DIRECTOR Sara McCurdy Date: June 15, 2012 Attachment: Description of Proposed District Expansion Big Blake Lake - Lake District Boundary Beginning at the northwest corner of Section 22, Township 35 North, Range 16 West of the 4th Principal Meridian, Town of Georgetown, Polk County, Wisconsin. Thence S00º19’19”W, 1,293.78 feet to the southwest corner of Government Lot 5; Thence continuing S00º19’19”W, 21.05 feet (Recorded as South 00 degrees 19 minutes 22 seconds West) along the west line of Government Lot 6 to the southwest corner of that parcel described in Quit Claim Deed #595236, Volume 809, Page 234, as recorded in the office of Register of Deeds, more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the northwest corner of said Section 22; thence South 00 degrees 19 minutes 22 seconds West, assumed bearing, along the west line of said Section 22, a distance of 1,293.78 feet to the northwest corner of said Government Lot 6 and the point of beginning; thence, continuing, South 00 degrees 19 minutes 22 seconds West, along said west line, 21.05 feet; thence, leaving said west line, South 89 degrees 50 minutes 16 seconds East 667.32 feet to a 5/8-inch iron rod on the north line of Certified Survey Map Number 2906, filed in Vol. 13, Pg. 160 of C.S.M.s; thence South 89 degrees 48 minutes 20 seconds East, along said north line, 426.16 feet to the northwest corner Lot 1, said Certified Survey Map Number 2906; thence Easterly, along said north line, 489 feet more or less to the southerly extension of the west line of Parcel #1, described in Appendix “A,” Vol. 717, Pg. 35 of Deeds; thence, leaving said north line, Northerly, along said west line, 11.1 feet more or less to the north line of Government Lot 6; thence West, along the north line of said Government Lot 6, a distance of 1,583 feet more or less to the point of beginning. Thence S89º50’19”E, 667.32 feet (Recorded as South 89 degrees 50 minutes 16 seconds East) to a meander line marking the easterly line of an unnamed creek as shown as the northwest corner of Lot 3 on Certified Survey Map #3391, Volume 15, Page 158, as recorded in the office of Register of Deeds; Thence S 22º44’10’W, 109.91 feet along said meander line marking the eastern ordinary high-water mark of an unnamed creek, on the westerly line of Lot 3 of Certified Survey Map #3391, Volume 15, Page 158 to the southwest corner of said Lot 3, which is also the northwest corner of Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map #2705, Volume 12, Page 192; Thence S22º00’16”W, 566.17 feet more or less along said meander line marking the eastern ordinary high-water mark of an unnamed creek as shown on Certified Survey Map #2705 Volume 12 Page 192; Thence leaving said meander line, N89º40’38”W, 416.23 feet along the south line of the North Half of Government Lot 6 to the west line of Section 22; Thence S00º19’19”W 646.89 feet along the west line of Government Lot 6 to the West Quarter Corner of Section 22 (position not monumented); Thence S00º19’24”W 1,293.79 feet along the west line of Government Lot 7 to the southwest corner of Government Lot 7, Section 22 T35N, R16W; Thence leaving the west line of Section 22, S89º33’40”E 1,323.76 feet along the south line of Government Lot 7 to the northwest corner of Government Lot 8, also the northwest corner of Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map #4751 Volume 21, Page 78; Thence S00º23’24”W, 500.00 feet (Recorded as S00º23’32”W) along the west line of Government Lot 8 and the west line of Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map #4751 Volume 21, Page Page 1

78, to the southwest corner of said Lot 1 and the northwest corner of Lot 2 of Certified Survey Map #5211 Volume 23, Page 118; Thence S00º23’40”W, 217.70 feet (Recorded as S00º23’32’W) along the west line of Government Lot 8 and the west line of Lot 2 of Certified Survey Map #5211 Volume 23, Page 118 to the southwest corner of said Lot 2; Thence S00º23’41”W, 577.48 feet along the west line of Government Lot 8 to the southwest corner of Government Lot 8; Thence S89º30’01”E, 1,322.17 feet along the south line of Government Lot 8 to the Quarter Corner Common to Sections 22 and 27, T35N, R16W;

Thence S01º15’36”E, 1,066.12 feet (Recorded as S00º53’25”E, 1,066.00 feet) along the North-South Quarter Line and the west line of Certified Survey Map #3490 Volume 16, Page 3 to the southwest corner of Lot 3 of said Certified Survey Map, which is also the northwest corner of Lot 9 of J.S. Johnsen Development A County Plat; Thence leaving the North-South Quarter Line, N88º43’42”E, 409.11 feet (Recorded as N88º43’41”E) along the north line of Lot 9 of J.S. Johnsen Development A County Plat, to the northwest corner of Lot 8 of J.S. Johnsen Development A County Plat; Thence S22º42’52”E, 476.48 feet (Recorded as S22º42’48”E) along the west line of Lot 8 of J.S. Johnsen Development A County Plat to the southwest corner of said Lot 8; Thence S00º18’19”E, 341.41 feet (Recorded as S00º18’14”E) along the west line of lot 11 of J.S. Johnsen Development A County Plat to the southwest corner of Lot 11 of said county plat; Thence along the cul-de-sac of Outlot 1 of J.S. Johnsen Development A County Plat, southwesterly 306.41 feet along a curve concave northeasterly, having a radius of 80.00 feet, a central angle of 219º26’36”, a chord length of 150.61 feet, with a chord bearing of S31º54’35”E; Thence continuing northeasterly along the south line of Outlot 1 of J.S. Johnsen Development A County Plat, 62.93 feet along a curve concave southeasterly, having a radius of 80.00 feet, a central angle of 45º04’08”, a chord length of 61.32 feet, with a chord bearing of N60º54’07”E (Recorded as N60º54’10”E); Thence continuing N83º26’11”E, 207.00 feet (Recorded as N83º26’14”E) along the south line of said Outlot 1 to the northwest corner of Lot 13 of J.S. Johnsen Development A County Plat; Thence S00º21’25”E, 494.42 feet (Recorded As S00º21’18”E) along the west line of Lot 13 of J.S. Johnsen Development A County Plat to the northwest corner of Lot 17 of said plat; Thence S01º15’35”E, 240.11 feet (Recorded as S01º15’32”E) along the west line of Lot 17 of J.S. Johnsen Development A County Plat, to the southwest corner of said Lot 17 on the north line of the Northwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (NW1/4-SE1/4) of Section 27 T35N, R16W; Thence N89º31’35”W, 907.45 feet (Recorded as N89º31’28”W) along the north line of said Northwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (NW1/4-SE1/4) and the south line of Lot 16 of J.S. Johnsen Development A County Plat, to the northwest corner of the Northwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (NW1/4-SE1/4), also the southwest corner of Lot 16 of said plat; Thence S01º15’35”E, 1,315.69 feet along the west line of the Northwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (NW1/4-SE1/4) to the southwest corner of said NW1/4-SE1/4 Section 27 T35N, R16W; Thence S89º55’35”E, 1,352.55 feet along the south line of the Northwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (NW1/4-SE1/4) to the southeast corner of said NW1/4-SE1/4, also the northwest corner of the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (SE1/4-SE1/4) of Section 27 T35N, R16W; Page 2 Thence S00º05’46”W, 658.91 feet along the west line of the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (SE1/4-SE1/4) to the southwest corner of the North Half (N1/2) of the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (SE1/4-SE1/4); Thence S89º47’23”E, 1,320.05 feet along the south line of the North Half of the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (N1/2 of SE1/4-SE1/4) to the southeast corner of the North Half of the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (N1/2 of SE1/4-SE1/4) on the west line of Government Lot 1 Section 26 T35N, R16W; Thence S00º01’25”E, 658.17 feet along the west line of Government Lot 1 to the southwest corner of Section 26, T35N, R16W; Thence S89º33’27”E, 2,642.43 feet along the south line of the Southwest Quarter (SW1/4) of Section 26 to the South Quarter Corner of Section 26 T35N, R16W; Thence S89º48’38”E, 435.93 feet more or less along the south line of Government Lot 3, Section 26 T35N, R16W to the east right-ofway line of 78th Street; Thence N00º18’37”E, 763.94 feet along the east right-of-way line of 78th Street to the southwest corner of Outlot 1 of Certified Survey Map #635 Volume 3, Page 127, also known as the southwest corner of the right-of-way of Little Blake Lake Court; Thence N00º05’51”W, 69.34 feet (Recorded as N00º10’31”E, 69.36 feet) along the west line of Certified Survey Map #635 Volume 3, Page 127, also the east right-of-way of 78th Street to the southwest corner of Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map #2621 Volume 12, Page 108; Thence N00º07’01”W, 107.46 feet (Recorded as N00º23’43”W) along the west line of Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map #2621 Volume 12, Page 108; Thence northwesterly 499.44 feet along the arc of a curve concave westerly, along the west line of Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map #2621 Volume 12, Page 108, having a radius of 624.19 feet, a central angle of 45º50’40”, a chord length of 486.22 feet, with a chord bearing of N23º02’35”W (Recorded as N23º19’03”W); Thence N45º57’30”W, 29 feet more or less (Recorded as N46º14’23”W, ±20 feet) to the ordinary high-water mark of Big Blake Lake; Thence N83º11’27”W, 55 feet more or less to the southernmost corner of that parcel described in Warranty Deed Volume 583, Page 714, as recorded in the office of Register of Deeds, described as: ...All that part of Government Lot 8, Section 26-35-16, lying Southeasterly of the Southeast line of Lot 1 of Plat of Ludtke’s Additon; lying Southwesterly and Westerly of Little Blake Lake, and lying Northeasterly of Town Road; Polk County, Wisconsin; Thence N45º41’07”W, 138.51 feet along the centerline of 78th Street and the south line of said parcel described in Warranty Deed Volume 583, Page 714; Thence N43º39’07”E, 33.00 feet to the southernmost corner of Lot 1 of Plat of Ludtke’s Additon, Section 26 T35N, R16W; Thence N46º20’53”W, 284.00 feet (Recorded as N48º20’W) along the southwesterly line of Lot 1 and Lot 2 of Plat of Ludtke’s Additon to the angle point along the westerly line of said Lot 2 at the southeastern corner of the right-of-way of a street platted as Ludtke Drive, now known as Little Blake Lake Lane; Thence N50º27’33”W, 186.31 feet to the southeast corner of Lot 2 of Certified Survey Map #4577 Volume 20, Page 129; Thence N18º01’43”E, 286.41 feet along the east line of Lot 2 of Certified Survey Map #4577 Volume 20, Page 129 to the northeast corner of said Lot 2; Thence N67º59’55”W, 280.00 feet (Recorded as N67º59’53”W) along the north line of Lot 2 of Certified Survey Map #4577 Volume 20, Page 129 to the northwest corner of said Lot 2; Page 3

Thence N17º39’54”E, 154.16 feet (Recorded as N16º16’00”E, 156.00 feet) along the west line of a parcel described in Warranty Deed Volume 724, Page 449, as recorded in the office of Register of Deeds and described as: [A parcel of land located in Gov. Lot 8, Section 26-35-16, Town of Georgetown, described as follow: Commencing at the SE corner of Lot 4 of Certified Survey Map No. 231, recorded in Vol. 1, page 234 also being the NE corner of a parcel of land located in Vol. 605, page 759; thence N69º59’00”W along the South line of said Lot 4 and the North line of said Vol. 605, page 759 250.00 feet to the point of beginning; thence continuing N69º59’00”W 30 feet; thence S16º16’00”W 156.00 feet; thence S69º59’00”E 280.00 feet to the West right-of-way of Little Blake Lane; thence N16º16’00”E along said right-of-way 76.00 feet to the SE corner of said parcel recorded in Vol. 605, page 759; thence N69º59’00”W along the South line of said parcel recorded in Vol. 605, page 759 250.00 feet; thence N16º16’00”E 80.00 feet to the point of beginning.] to the northwest corner of said parcel described in Warranty Deed Volume 724, Page 449; Thence S68º22’06”E, 79.57 feet (Recorded as S69º59’00”E 80.00 feet) along the north line of said parcel described in Warranty Deed Volume 724, Page 449 to the southwest corner of Lot 4 of Certified Survey Map #231 Volume 1, Page 234; Thence N17º52’54”E, 52.79 feet (Recorded as N16º16’E) along the west line of Lot 4 of Certified Survey Map #231 Volume 1, Page 234 to the angle point in the west line of said Lot 4; Thence N14º45’54”E, 232.53 feet (Recorded as N13º09’E) along the west line of Lot 4 and Lot 3 of Certified Survey Map #231, Volume 1, Page 234; Thence N11º49’07”E, 608.69 feet (Recorded as N10º12’E) along the west line of Lot 3, Lot 2 and Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map #231 Volume 1, Page 234 to the northwest corner of Lot 1 of said Certified Survey Map; Thence N11º43’44”E, 67.64 feet (Recorded as N10º12’E, 67.46 feet) along the west line of Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map #230 Volume 1, Page 233 to the angle point in the west line of said Lot 1; Thence N28º34’42”E, 209.74 feet (Recorded as N27º08’E, 209.12 feet) along the west line of Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map #230 Volume 1, Page 233 to the northwest corner of said Lot 1; Thence N29º05’37”E, 212.17 feet to the westernmost corner of Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map #744 Volume 3, Page 236; Thence N31º36’55”E, 15.84 feet (Recorded as N31º19’20”E) along the northwest line of Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map #744 Volume 3, Page 236 to the angle point in the northwest line of said Lot 1; Thence N54º42’33”E, 63.90 feet (Recorded as N54º25’52”E) along the northwest line of Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map #744 Volume 3, Page 236 to the southernmost corner of Lot 3 of Certified Survey Map #5970 Volume 27, Page 34; Thence N56º51’56”W, 259.31 feet (Recorded as N56º51’58”W) to the southwest corner of Lot 3 of Certified Survey Map #5970 Volume 27, Page 34; Thence N12º04’23”E, 116.50 feet (Recorded as N12º04’21”E) along the west line of Lot 3 of Certified Survey Map #5970 Volume 27, Page 34 to the north line of Government Lot 8; Thence S89º29’15”W, 728.05 feet along the north line of Government Lot 8 to the east line of Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map #5789 Volume 26, Page 55; Thence S01º41’16”W 547.42 feet (Recorded as S01º41’25”W) along the east line of Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map #5789 Volume 26, Page 55 to the southeast corner of said Lot 1; Page 4 Thence S89º29’15”W, 460.00 feet (Recorded as S89º29’24”W) to the southwest corner of Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map #5789 Volume 26, Page 55 and the east line of Government Lot 9; Thence N01º41’13”E, 1,867.20 feet (Recorded as N01º41’25”E) along the east line of Government Lot 9 & the east line of Government Lot 10 to the northeast corner of Government Lot 10; Thence S89º29’15”W, 671.61 feet to the southwest corner of the East Half of the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (E1/2 of SW1/4-SW1/4) of Section 23 T35N, R16W; Thence N02º00’53”W, 1,310.55 feet to the northwest corner of the East Half of the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (E1/2 of SW1/4-SW1/4) of Section 23 T35N, R16W; Thence S89º31’37”W, 669.75 feet along the north line of the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (SW1/4-SW1/4) of Section 23 to the northwest corner of said SW1/4-SW1/4 and the northeast corner of Government Lot 1 of Section 22, T35N, R16W; Thence N89º21’17”W, 33.04 feet along the north line of Government Lot 1 to the intersection of the north line of Government Lot 1 and the east line of Lot 4 of Certified Survey Map #983 Volume 4, Page 230; Thence N01º55’58”W, 1,017.61 feet (Recorded as N01º39’54”W) along the east line of Lot 4 of Certified Survey Map #983, Volume 4, Page 230 to the northeast corner of said Lot 4 and the southeast corner of Lot 7 of Certified Survey Map #5702 Volume 25, Page 179; Thence S89º48’16”W, 793.33 feet (Recorded as N89º55’39”W) along the south line of Lot 7 of Certified Survey Map #5702 Volume 25, Page 179 to the southwest corner of said Lot 7 which is on the east line of Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map #1036 Volume 5, Page 26; Thence N33º46’52”E, 353.01 feet (Recorded as N34º02’56”E) to the northwest corner of Lot 7 of Certified Survey Map #5702 Volume 25, Page 179 and the northeast corner of Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map #1036 Volume 5, Page 26; Thence S89º48’17”W, 770.84 feet (Recorded as N89º55’39”W) along the north line of Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map #1036 Volume 5, Page 26; Thence N00º44’50”W, 13.90 feet to the southeast corner of Government Lot 3, Section 22 T35N, R16W; Thence continuing N00º44’50”W, 1,304.39 feet along the east line of Government Lot 3 to the northeast corner of said Government Lot 3; Thence continuing N00º44’50”W, 1,304.39 feet along the east line of the Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (NW1/4-NE1/4) to the northeast corner of said NW1/4-NE1/4 Section 22 T35N, R16W; Thence S89º52’34”W, 1,336.24 feet along the north line of the Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (NW1/4-NE1/4) to the North Quarter Corner of Section 22 T35N, R16W; Thence N89º49’05”W, 2,656.94 feet along the north line of the Northwest Quarter (NW1/4) of Section 22 T35N, R16W to the Northwest Corner of Section 22, T35N, R16W and the Point of Beginning. Said lands lying entirely in the Town of Georgetown, Polk County, Wisconsin. Page 5

564508 46L

JULY 4, 2012 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NEWS SECTION - A - PAGE 23

New Unity Clinic opens in Balsam Lake

SCRMC’s vice president of clinic services, Cindy Lundmark, cut the ribbon that officially opened the all-new Unity Clinic on Saturday morning, June 30. Behind her are local dignitaries, officials, board members and staff. The new Unity Clinic was the backdrop of the first official event for the all-new Balsam Lake royalty, crowned only hours before. Pictured (L to R): Emily Gross, Kelly Tourville and Becca Garvey. – Photos by Greg Marsten LEFT: Polk County Sheriff Peter Johnson reviewed the security and layout of the new Unity Clinic pharmacy, declaring it safe and secure.

Volunteers Renee Ryan (left) and Jackie Hillman took care of cookie demands at the Unity Clinic open house Saturday, June 30.

RIGHT: SCRMC CEO Dave Dobosenski gave a speech on the importance of the new clinic, and how it is a part of the SCRMC long-range plans.

Nothin’ better There’s something so refreshing about an ice-cold popsicle on a hot sunny day, and Morgan Seeger, daughter of Leader reporter Marty Seeger, enjoyed just that prior to the Freedom Fest parade in Balsam Lake on Sunday, July 1. Temperatures were at around 95 degrees at the start of the parade and are expected to be just as steamy throughout the week. – Photos by Marty Seeger

564569 46-49L

PAGE 24 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NEWS SECTION - A - JULY 4, 2012

Memorial garden dedicated at Frederic

by Mary Stirrat Leader staff writer FREDERIC — In a ceremony and reception that reflected the gracious and genteel manner of the late Deborah Lucey-Martin, friends, relatives, and officials from Frederic gathered last Wednesday, June 27, to dedicate a park in honor of her contribution to the village. Lucey-Martin who immigrated to the United States from Kerry, Ireland, in the 1960s, died in June 2011 in Amery, after living in Frederic for more than 15 years. She loved both the library and the beauty of the Coon Lake area, and bequeathed sums of money to the village park board and the Frederic Public Library. The funds were used to establish the Deborah Lucey-Martin Memorial Garden, located on the north side of Coon Lake Park, provide for improvements to the trail around the lake, and purchase a wide variety of materials for the library. A dedication ceremony was held at the new park Wednesday afternoon, June 27, followed by a reception at the library and an anniversary Mass at St. Dominic Catholic Church, where Lucey-Martin was an active member. Lucey-Martin loved all things Irish, and the garden reflects that love through Irish plants and garden art. She also loved having tea, and the reception at the library included dainty printed napkins along with scones. Her goddaughter, Charlotte Leonard, whom Lucey-Martin considered an adopted family member, shared memories at the reception, and read a poem that Lucey-Martin had written. Another poem will be included on a plaque that will be placed on a large rock in the memorial garden. Titled “The Fairy Garden,” it reads:

The Deborah Lucey-Martin Memorial Garden on the north side of Coon Lake includes a fairy garden with Irish plants, leprechauns, a bench and a swinging bench. The Frederic village crew and park board, together with neighbors and high school volunteers, built the park. — Photos by Mary Stirrat

Down in th Fairy Garden Where I love to sit and ponder The mysteries of life And thoughts that make me wonder, There, amid the rustling grasses And the nectar-laden bees, I sometimes find the answer To things not found in libraries. Dr. Myer Leonard, a close friend of Deborah’s and Charlotte’s father, spoke to the group gathered at the garden. In Frederic, he said, Lucey-Martin saw something of her beloved Ireland. In her numerous walks, she often stopped at the place where the garden is now located, saying

LEFT: Agatha Lucey, twin sister to Deborah Lucey-Martin, at right, visits with friend Eleanor Duncan of Frederic at the library reception Wednesday, June 27.

that there should be a bench there so people could sit and enjoy the lake. She would be “delighted,” said Leonard, to know that the money she bequeathed to the park board had been used to make that dream a reality. Building the park was a community effort, said Rebecca Harlander, chair of the park board. Along with the park board and village crew, neighbors Mary Ellen Bechtel and Susan Hager, and high school volunteers Hunter Dodds and Lara Harlander also helped with the project. Bechtel and Hager donated Irish trinkets to include among the plants. Hunter Dodds and Lara Harlander did the layout as part of their community service hours. Her family and LuceyMartin were friends, said Harlander, so Lara’s involvement in the project holds a special meaning. In addition to the memorial garden, said Harlander, a portion of the money bequeathed by Lucey-Martin has been put into a special fund to be used for development of the trail around Coon Lake. Within the next couple of weeks, the village park board will be meeting with the DNR to discuss an application for a grant for that purpose. After Lucey-Martin moved to the United States in the 1960s, she married Eddie Martin and taught school in the Golden Valley, Minn., area. The couple moved to Frederic in 1993, operating the Square Deal Peddler where Mud Hut is now located on Main Street. Lucey-Martin sold the business after her

husband died, but continued to remain active as a tutor at the school and as an active parishioner and volunteer at St. Dominic Catholic Church.

ABOVE: Mike Bauer of rural Luck was one of several dozen people to attend the reception hosted by the Frederic Public Library in honor of the late Deborah Lucey-Martin. Lucey-Martin bequeathed funds to the library that were used, among other items, for books on travel, books by Irish authors, and furnishings for both the teen and children’s area. LEFT: Rebecca Harlander, chair of the Frederic park board, talked about Deborah LuceyMartin’s love for nature, all things Irish, children and Frederic.

The family and friends of Deborah Lucey-Martin, with Frederic village President William Johnson IV, back right, at the Deborah Lucey-Martin Memorial Garden on the north side of Coon Lake. Seated (L to R) are Pat Leonard, Agatha Lucey and Charlotte Leonard. Back left is Dr. Myer Leonard. Agatha Lucey is twin sister to Deborah. The Leonards were considered by Deborah to be her adopted family. “We became family of the heart,” said Charlotte. Johnson and Leonard are holding a smaller version of a plaque that will be placed on a rock in the garden.

Hosting the reception at the Frederic Public Library (L to R) are Mary Ellen Bechtel and Susan Hager, library volunteers and neighbors of Deborah Lucey-Martin, with library director Chris Byerly.

WED., JULY 4, 2012 • INTER-COUNTY LEADER NORTHERN CURRENTS • SECTION B

Currents

THE-LEADER.NET

Follow the Leader

An award-winning newspaper serving NW Wisconsin

Daeffl fle er's celebrates 50 years of quality meats

Anniversary celebration planned for Friday, July 6

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer FREDERIC – Milton Daeffler didn’t have a penny when his father, Martin, encouraged him to take a chance at purchasing what was then Farm Lockers Inc. Milton was about 25 years old at the time and was busy running a successful dairy farm along with his wife Mary Lou. Martin Daeffler and Frank Meyer were managers of the meat locker at that time, which was built 1946. Milton’s mother, Viola, also worked at the locker but with health problems, and the desire to go into semiretirement, Martin thought Milton should enter into the meat-processing business. “I said, ‘that would be fine Dad but I don’t have any money,’” Milton explained, adding that his father already knew that but continued to encourage him to figure something out. Milton said he needed a down payment of $5,000 and another $300 for the cash register, and finally on Nov. 1, 1962, Milton and Mary Lou were able to make the purchase of Farm Lockers Inc., for just under $50,000. “If I hadn’t had a good bank in town, an understanding bank, I wouldn’t have made it,” said Milton, who is now approaching the age of 75 but still spends much of the week cutting meat and keeping customers happy, which they’ve been able to do for the past 50 years. Starting out Had it not been for two years of bad drought that hurt a blooming dairy-farming business, Milton says he might still be a farmer today. But God had other plans for Milton it seems, as he slowly began growing what is now Daeffler’s Quality Meats Inc. When Milton and Mary Lou first purchased the building, they changed the name to Frederic Farm Locker. Martin and Meyer continued to help out at the locker for the next few years before retiring, and Milton did much of the slaughtering on the weekends, and a little during the

flers have a total of seven employees, with only a couple that are not blood related but like part of the family, including Dave Nicholson, who helps with maintenance and keeps the locker spotless. He also helps with slaughtering on Mondays and has been with the Daefflers for more than 20 years. Nancy Anderson is another employee who has put in about a dozen years, and all the while, Milton says he and his wife feel blessed to have been able to work with family over the years. “I’ve had more challenges working without them than working with them, because I never have to worry about who’s coming to work in the morning, because they’re going to be here. They start, my two sons start at 4 in the morning, and I did too,” said Milton.

Daeffler's Quality Meats Inc., in Frederic, is celebrating 50 years of business this year, and a big part of it has to do with the help and dedication of four generations of family. Pictured (L to R): Milton and Brian Daeffler, Nick Skow and Brett and Bryce Daeffler. – Photos by Marty Seeger week, but that was all before state inspections. Milton says Mary Lou was his No. 1 help and he couldn’t have done it all without her. He also had a lot of help from his parents, but with success comes hardship. “My dad got sickly after I just got started, and then … basically learned how to cut meat from my mother,” he said. His mother also did much of the wrapping. Not long after the business started taking off, state inspections became part of life for meat lockers across the nation, which forced Milton to dramatically change the way things were done. Livestock, mostly cattle and hogs, could no longer be butchered on the farm and eventually brought in for processing. Having an inspector there each day, including all day Monday when they would do all of the slaughtering, added more struggle and costs to the equation. But through all of the challenges the business

Daeffler's Quality Meats Inc. is located just west of the four-way stop in Frederic on Hwy. 48 and will be hosting a 50th-anniversary celebration from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. this Friday, July 6.

continued to grow, thanks in large part to the wide customer base the Daefflers were creating. “Your customers dictate as to how they want their meat cut, and I’ve always said you’re obligated to do the best job you can possibly do, because they’re paying a good price,” said Milton.

Adapting to change Along with state inspection changes, the customers have also changed considerably over the past 50 years. Milton said the basic needs of customers has gone from the basic demands for roasts, steaks, hamburger and soup bones, to more specialty items such as “best” roasts, sausage and other cuts of meat. “We’ve come into a different category of cooks,” he said. Processing deer became another important part of the business over the years and at one point the Daefflers were processing up to 400 deer each year. “That was important, because during the summertime slaughter was really slow so I had to do as many deer as possible to catch up on all the bills in the fall,” Milton said. They have since scaled back a bit on deer processing due to the challenges of keeping up with USDA inspections and regulations, but continue to offer more than 15 kinds of venison products to consumers. A big reason for the specialty items comes thanks to sons Brian and Bryce. In 1980, Milton’s oldest son Brian joined the business and in 1982, son Bryce also started working with Milton and Mary Lou. Today there are three generations of Daefflers including Bryce’s wife Kim, and their son-in-law, Nick Skow. Bryce and Kim’s son Brett Daeffler also works at the locker, which changed its name to Daeffler’s Quality Meats Inc., in 1996. Milton and Mary Lou also have a daughter who helped out during the summer months in high school, and could still help out if summoned to do so. The Daef-

Generations of quality Part of what makes the Daefflers successful is their ability to work as a team. Bryce continues to do much of the sausage making and custom work and Brian does a lot of the retail work, picks up animals and delivers much of the retail and wholesale products to more than 20 local businesses such as bars and restaurants, something the business never did when it first began. Brett and Milton do a lot of the cutting and it seems no job is off limits for any of the employees. “We do have a lot of pride in it, and got a lot of good customers. That’s why you keep doing it, because they do appreciate what you do,” said Brian on a recent Friday morning, as he was busy prepping a new idea with a thick, juicy pork chop. Over the past 50 years Milton says he’s processed up to 50,000 animals, and annually they’ll do around 850 hogs and beef, but for years they did more than 1,000 each year. When Milton started, he said he could do a whole beef in about eight hours but with a team of about four or five people it can be done in as little as two hours. On a recent Monday they were able to slaughter and process 11 beef all on-site between 7:15 a.m., and 11:15 a.m. They also have an aging room, a smokehouse and plenty of freezer space, which is all inspected on a daily basis. The smokehouse is roughly 30 years old and replaced two old brick houses that were manually fed over the years. It was one of the many difficult processes performed throughout the years, but well worth the effort, according to Milton, who continues to enjoy the work. “I like to cut meat. To this day I still cut a big percentage of it. I like the cutting orders, I like the challenge of doing it the way people like it done. I want to make sure it gets just the way they want it,” he said, which is a big reason why Daeffler’s has been so successful for 50 years. The Daeffler family is hoping to give back to the community this Friday, July 6, by hosting a 50th-anniversary celebration. They’ll be serving brats and hot dogs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., for a freewill donation. Proceeds will be donated to a local charity and raffle prizes will also be part of the celebration.

564460 46L

PAGE 2 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NORTHERN CURRENTS, SECTION B - JULY 4, 2012

Shell Lakes Arts Center dedicates auditorium in honor of founder Darrell Aderman by Abby Ingalls Leader intern reporter SHELL LAKE - There was brass in the pines last Wednesday night, June 27, as the Shell Lake Arts Center held its 45thanniversary celebration with the annual Tribute to the Big Bands concert. Bleachers were packed with current art students watching as some of their teachers – alongside guest artists – played classic songs from the swing era. The bursting auditorium came to life as the bass plucked away with the bold brass and wind instruments. Everywhere you looked, people were tapping their toes and bobbing their heads to the music. Tara Burns, executive director of the Shell Lake Arts Center, and Roxy Stouffer opened the night with a few words of greetings. Stouffer, who has been involved with the center for seven summers, said, “I am thrilled to have been involved with so much creativity.” She said the tribute concert is more than just a tribute, it is a celebration of their love of music. The arts center has grown tremendously since the doors opened in 1967 – people from 49 states, 18 countries and six continents

For the love of music LEFT: Eugene Rousseau, saxophonist and longtime friend, is shown speaking to Darrell Aderman, with his wife, Billie, during the auditorium dedication last Wednesday, June 27. – Photos by Abby Ingalls RIGHT: Aderman with one of his students at the center in the 1970s. - File photo

have trodden through the north woods of Wisconsin. The arts center has become a gem in the midst of woods and rural towns. But what made this annual concert more special than the previous ones, was the dedication of the auditorium to Shell Lake Arts Center’s founder, Darrell Aderman. The dedication was held after intermission where Bill Taubman, president and faculty committee chair, spoke about

Aderman’s passion and dedication to the center. Taubman joked about his musical ability when he was younger and how all he got to do with the marching band was hold the flag. “Darrell would just point to me when I had to hit the cymbal, and that’s about as far as I got with music,” Taubman said. Eugene Rousseau, saxophonist, longtime friend and colleague of Aderman’s, spoke briefly about Aderman’s vision for music in this area and how he could never accomplish many of these things if it weren’t for the support of his wife, Billie Aderman. For over 60 years she has supported him and stood beside him through the beginning and the process of the arts center. Rousseau presented her with a bouquet of roses as a gift of gratitude and many thanks. “Now and forever, this auditorium will be named the Darrell Aderman auditorium,” Taubman said as he put his hand on Aderman’s shoulder. The AderCathy Reitz sang There was a packed auditorium at the Tribute to the Big Bands con- mans shared a kiss as Dave Pavolka and “Sway” by Ella Fitzger- cert held Wednesday evening, June 27, at the Shell Lake Arts Center. Chris White played a musical dedication ald. to Aderman – “I’m Getting Sentimental Over You” by Tommy Dorsey. Greg Keel, program director for over 30

years, led the band into a memorable end of the evening playing songs such as “That Old Black Magic” and “Sway” sung by vocalist Cathy Reitz, and a special rendition of Dixieland with special guests such as saxophonist Tom Luer, who has made appearances in the 2007 American Music Awards, the “Tonight Show” with Jay Leno, and the “Ellen DeGeneres Show.” The night ended with a bang as the band played the closing song “Sing Sing Sing” which Aderman chose to dedicate to his wife, Billie. The finale received a standing ovation and an applause that rung throughout the auditorium. Aderman’s legacy will continue to shine through every student, faculty member or guest artist who has the opportunity to play inside the walls of the Shell Lake Arts Center and perform shows in front of multitudes within the Darrell Aderman Auditorium. For 45 years, Aderman’s passion and love for music has touched people from all over the world because of the vision he holds for the arts center, which will continue to embrace every student and artist to walk through those doors.

Donation to Webster Dog Park

50TH-ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION Rain Or Shine

Friday, July 6

Outside Under The Tent

1 11 1 aa.m. . m . ttoo 2 pp.m. .m.

Freewill Donation Proceeds Will Be Donated To A Local Charity 315 Oak St. W. • Frederic, WI • 715-327-4456

563966 35a,b,d 46L

Serving S e r v i n g Brats B r a t s & Hot H o t Dogs Do g s Dan Conroy from Nexen Group in Webster, (top right) presented a $10,000 check to Fran Krause (top left) and the Orange 4-H Club to be used for the Webster Dog Park. The 4-H club has helped raise $10,000 for the dog park in the community, and the Nexen check represents matching funds. There is now enough money for fencing, and the park is expected to be open for use this summer. Fundraising continues to add amenities to the park. Nexen is offering a second match up to $10,000 for new dollars raised in the community for the park. The dog park will be on land formerly used as a municipal dump north of Webster. Photo by Sherill Summer

JULY 4, 2012 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NORTHERN CURRENTS, SECTION B - PAGE 3

A professional juggler, driving to his next performance, was stopped by the police. “What are you Joe Roberts doing with these matches and lighter fluid in your car?” asked the police officer. “I’m a juggler and I juggle flaming torches in my act.” “Oh yeah? Let’s see you do it,” said the officer. So the juggler got out and started juggling the blazing torches masterfully. A couple driving by slowed down to watch. “Wow,” said the driver to his wife. “I’m glad I quit drinking. Look at the test they’re giving now!”

Just for

laughs

Librarian brings art to the community by Abby Ingalls Leader intern reporter ST. CROIX FALLS –This fall, St. Croix Falls will be bursting with color. Besides the usual autumn-tinted leaves, a communitywide art project will illustrate the city. Cole Zrostlik, youth services librarian at the St. Croix Falls Public Library, received an Ezra Jack Keats minigrant to help bring creative and inventive art programs to St. Croix Falls area students. The Ezra Jack Keats Foundation created a fund through which $500 is given to public schools and public libraries. According to the Ezra Jack Keats Web site, these minigrants are intended for “projects that foster creative expression, working together and interaction with a diverse community.” Zrostlik is one of 50 teachers and librarians in 26 states who have received this grant. Young or old, this project will be for all in the community. The intergenerational task will be to interpret favorite recipes into full-color illustrations. These illustrations can be creatively made in a variety of ways including, but not limited to, comic book pages, collages and photography, as well as the full text of the recipe. Each original piece of art will be enlarged and printed for display in an exhibit and then, later, printed as a booklet-style magazine. Once the project has finished, these unique and colorful works of art will be put into a recipe book available for sale as a library fundraiser. But why turn recipes into art? Sarah Adams, library director, said, “Food is appealing to all people, of all ages and genders, and will garner interest for this great collaborative community art piece. The project will promote our local farmers market and will provide a way for multiple generations to work together, bringing diversity and creativity to a vivid and bold project.” This previous winter, the St. Croix Falls Public Library hosted a comic-making workshop. However, the difficulty wasn’t creating the comics, but finding a subject matter to put the illustrations into action. What Adams hopes with this art project is to be able to help those involved, with one main idea in mind. “I would like to be able to guide kids and members of the community through this project so everyone can produce one complete, stylized recipe page with directions to be followed in a linear style, just like any other comic book,” Adams said. Come this fall, be looking for opportunities to get involved with the St. Croix Falls communitywide art project by looking for more updates on the library’s Web site at stcroixfallslibrary.org. There is no one too old or too young to try out their creative side.

Find us on Facebook: facebook.com/intercountyleader

These are the times that try men’s soles

Cold turkey

Summer is the season of adventure and discovery. Summertime is John W. Ingalls the culmination of a winter’s worth of dreams and plans. The heat of the summer, hot enough to cause your shoes to stick to the pavement, is the heat that we long for in winter and seek shelter from when it arrives. Summer is the season of happiness and carefree living, unscheduled and unfettered by meetings and appointments. Summer is the season for holding onto and rediscovering your childhood sense of wonderment. Summer is the time to chase fireflies, catch frogs and stretch out in the hammock with a cold drink and a good book. Summertime, sweet summertime. Numerous songs have been written about the glorious season of summer. “Summertime and the livin’ is easy, catfish are jumpin’ and the cotton is high” gives us a nice lazy view of summer. Other summer songs give alternative views of summer, although no less true. “Hot town, summer in the city. Back of my neck getting burnt and gritty” presents a view of a busy, hot city with no relief from the heat. “Summer Lovin’” is yet another song that captures the season of happiness and relaxation. Performed in the movie “Grease” it portrayed how new relationships are kindled during those vacation days away from schedules and commitments. It was during a

With apologies to tire dealers

Letters from

and the people who love them, I hate buying tires. I don’t like thinking about my tires. I imagine they are always about to explode, cause injury, Carrie Classon or cost me a fortune (possibly all three in rapid succession). Daniel and I were loading up my truck for a weekend canoeing when he got a close look at my tires. This is never a good thing. One way I avert anxiety about my tires is to never really look at them closely. “You need new front tires,” he said. The last person who told me this was my friend Andy almost two years earlier and he got an earful. “Uh huh,” I responded in a tone that I hoped indicated the subject was closed. “No, I mean it. You need new front tires now,” he insisted. “You can’t be driving this truck north with these tires. Look.” He then proceeded to insert a penny between what was left of my treads. The top of Mr. Lincoln’s hair was apparently not supposed to show. All of our beloved former president’s coif was clearly visible. (This just demonstrates, in my opinion, how unscientific this whole tire business really is. If our 16th president had a fluffier hairdo, I could go for another few months without buying new tires.) The view of Abe’s hair eventually convinced me and I went to the tire dealership. There was a big sign posted that said they would only install a pair of new tires in the rear. But when the man at the dealership took a look at my tires, he said they would not move the back tires to the front because they were too worn. I could buy two new tires, but it would mean keeping the two that were worn out and replacing the ones where Lincoln’s hair was not yet showing.

home

I didn’t know if I should get mad and walk out or believe them and buy four tires. So I did what most women (and probably most people) would do: I got mad — and then I bought four tires. As I grumbled off with my four new tires, I wondered why I was so particularly peeved. Yes, I am completely ignorant about most things having to do with my truck and I don’t want to be taken advantage of. Yet I don’t really believe that people generally take advantage of ignorance and I don’t believe tire dealers are less ethical than the general public. To be completely honest, it was a relief to know that I would now have a respite from the growing certainty that I was driving around on bald tires. The truth was, as little as I wanted to admit it, I did need new tires and I probably did not get robbed buying these. There are simply realities of life that I prefer to pretend do not exist. My aging truck (along with my aging body) would be at the top of the list. Being a perpetual optimist can come with an annoying downside: an unwillingness to look at unpleasant realities and deal with them. I drove north with the canoe strapped on my truck. I was glad I had new tires and glad I could breathe new life into my old vehicle. I took a moment to be thankful and then took one more moment. I promised I would not be so awful the next time someone – anyone – suggested to me that things were not quite as I would like them to be. Till next time, – Carrie

Keeping lakes clean Students patrol for invasive plants and animals by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – Lakes are the heart of Polk County, large and clean, an inviting place for residents and visitors to spend leisure time fishing, swimming and boating. But all that could change. The lakes are under threat from unwanted aliens, aquatic plants and invasive animals that are eager to find a home in the lakes. If they move in, the native fish can disappear and the clear shorelines can be overtaken by masses of weeds. A group of Unity school students are helping fight the invasion. Last weekend, as they have for many weeks, students from the Clean Boats, Clean Water program spent their days at the boat landings on Balsam Lake, greeting all the visitors to the lake and explaining to them how they can help keep the aliens out of the lake.

Anna Ebensperger (foreground), Cole Beckman and Cassandra Hanson are some of the 35 Unity students taking party in the Clean Boats, Clean Waters campaign to protect area lakes. summer vacation that I met the girl who would later become my partner for life. It was a grand summer as I recall. It was a time of freedom, nothing to do but get up in the morning. Each day MD was an open book, yet unwritten. It was the prime example of how a summer vacation should be experienced. It was not love at first sight; it took a couple of glances. It was fair to say that she stole my heart but I struggled to win her affection. Each day would find me hiking down the road or riding my bicycle to her summer cabin on the lake. I did wear out a pair of shoes that summer with all of the miles accumulated. She welcomed me at first but her patience with my persistence wore thin. Within a few weeks she would listen for the sound of my minibike coming down the road and, when it was clearly identified that I was again on my way to her location, she figured out ways to avoid me. Hiding in the forest, feigning illness, I heard it all and yet with my persistence I won her over. Even Shakespeare had that issue. In "A Midsummer Night’s Dream," he noted that “The course of true love never did run smooth.” I fear that today, my (our) summer experience would be difficult to duplicate. So scheduled are the lives of our young people that they no longer have the opportunity of relaxation and discovery. Barely out of diapers we are enrolling them into summer sports programs, summer camps and summer school. We are

Volunteers from Unity explain the dangers of transporting invasives to boat owners at Balsam Lake. – Photos by Gregg Westigard People can and must, because it is the law in Wisconsin and Minnesota that everyone moving a boat from lake to lake is required to clean their boats when leaving a lake. All weeds must be removed from boats, motors and boat trailers. The water plug on the boat must be removed so water drains out and is not transported. The inspection and cleaning applies to equipment also, flotation devices, fishing gear and waders. Live bait must be disposed of and not taken to another lake. It’s the law, and if people aren’t concerned about damaging the lakes they use and enjoy, they might be concerned about the fines they will pay if they don’t follow the law and are caught. The fine is $200 to $500 for each offense plus court costs. The message is “Keep it clean and enjoy the lakes for years to come.” stealing from them the gift of unscheduled time. All of the programs dreamed up and administered by adults are well-intentioned and have benefit, but we lose the spontaneity and excitement of discovery. Parents and children no longer spend time together unless it is an organized group with an agenda, led by adults. It would seem that adults today are so afraid “idle hands are the devil’s workshop” that we lose the ability to relax for fear that something dire will occur. We work so hard to find some free time that we don’t know how to enjoy it when we finally do achieve some moments of peace. So often we immediately fill up that time with something else on our to-do list. Philosophers across time have debated the relative merits of work and play and how to balance the two. How about a comparison of quotes from three famous philosophers: “To do is to be,” Nietzsche; “To be is to do,” Kant; “Do be do be do,” Sinatra. For the remaining portion of the summer, try a bit more “being” and a bit less “doing.” Try to spend some of your days completely filled up with nothing. Take a vacation from work and lose your watch, hide the calendar and turn off your phone. “We spend most our time and energy in a kind of horizontal thinking. We move along the surface of things (but) there are times when we stop. We sit still. We lose ourselves in a pile of leaves or its memory. We listen and breezes from a whole other world begin to whisper.” James Carroll.

PAGE 4 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NORTHERN CURRENTS, SECTION B - JULY 4, 2012

Fun with history – A young man’s discoveries One never knows where an intrigue

with life in fur trade times might lead. In the case of Grantsburg’s Hunter Jensen, it’s an interest that keeps growing, and he’s finding new fun wherever he turns. Fur trade history is like that – one thing leads to another. It was, after all, a mix of cultures and peoples like this continent has never seen. Take one of the original 1802 fur traders, a fellow named George Nelson. Of English heritage, he was a clerk in the XY Company, a group of merchants/traders seeking to compete with the Montreal-based North West Company for control of North America’s fur empire. A new company needs new employees, right? George Nelson was, indeed, new – hired in Montreal as a company clerk, he for the first time headed west with the canoe brigades in

Y o u n g Hunter Jensen is learning fur trade history directly by participating in events at Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park.

Are you spreading these four false myths? If you search, “Harvard graduates explain seasons,” you’ll find a fascinating video clip. Shot as part of the educational documentary “A Private Universe,” Harvard graduates were asked to explain the change of seasons—something we expect every ninth-grader to understand. Over and over, the fresh Ivy League alumni got it wrong, repeatedly falling back on intuitive misconceptions such as the earth is farther from the sun in winter, and thus, colder. The clip lasts less than two minutes. I highly recommend you check it out. Why? Not to make fun of Harvard graduates, though that’s always fun too, but to seriously explore the question: How can people who have received the very best education—and obviously excelled—fail to understand the cause for the seasons, despite the fact that it is a fundamental concept taught in every standard science curriculum? Let’s be clear. These are some of the best, brightest and most highly educated people in the world. Their consistent failure to correctly explain one of the most basic scientific concepts is a serious question for educators, especially when

Water you thinking? Camping has always been a favorite pastime of mine. When I was a little kid, it was more of the rustic kind of camping. We slept in tents and cooked all our meals on an open fire. We got dirty, we never bathed and we coated bug spray on like cooking spray on a casserole dish. But my parents got older and less tolerant for things like flooded tents and hot, sticky nights where the mosquitos tried to sing you to sleep. So they purchased a camper. Not just any camper, a fifth-wheel with air-conditioning, a full kitchen, pull-out couch and recliner, a bedroom and a bathroom. So now we camp in style and comfort. The only thing setting us apart from actual “camping” is the fact that we refused to hook up an HD TV into the conveniently built-in entertainment stand. Instead we use it for storage, like for our laptops and cell phones and DVDs. It makes me sad sometimes to know that’s how we’ve been camping these past few years, and don’t get me wrong, it’s great to be comfortable and dry when you’re watching the neighbors struggle to start a fire in the pouring rain because that’s the only way they can make dinner. But we lost something along the way. Authenticity. The simple

1802, and by fall had traveled inland with an XY trading party headed for the Folle Avoine country south of Lake Superior. That crew, mostly French Canadians except for Nelson, established their winter camp – a one-room log hut – on the banks of the Yellow River, smack dab next to a larger outpost of the rival North West Co. Nelson was quite unique, it turns out – beginning with the fact he was only 16 years old. Living and trading with Indians (he would later marry a Cree woman), fur trade life was filled with newfound experiences for the youngster. Fast forward to this century, and meet Hunter Jensen of Grantsburg, at 14 just a couple of years shy of Nelson’s age. Jensen’s intrigue got an early boost from his grandfather, Ken Douglas. Turns out that Mr. Douglas began taking young Hunter on trips over to Forts Folle Avoine for some of the fur trade events. As Jensen recalls, “I thought it was cool how the fur traders came into this area hundreds of years ago, how the fur

trade companies were right next to each other, trading with the same Indian groups, and I especially wanted to know who was this George Nelson fellow.” It turns out there’s a great resource to learn about George Nelson, his own writings are preserved in the Toronto Public Library and have been republished. These narratives provided clues to life at the original Forts Folle Avoine. And, what it was like to be a 16-year-old off on an adventure. In a way, 14-yearold Hunter Jensen has the same feeling of age disparity, attending events, in costume, with people quite a bit older, he’s ever-eager for more. As he says, “I love the stories they have to tell; their advice and sense of excitement for that time that they show.” Jensen was surprised once he started really delving into Nelson’s story. As he puts it, “Mr. Nelson was only 15 when he signed on; he said he was 16, but he would not turn 16 for three months!” Then there’s the other questions, like how Nelson related to a bunch of much older men, many of them French Canadian, amongst his crewmates. And, Jensen adds, “Finding out the daily life details is really hard, given that, well, why write about something that was just considered ordinary then ... but we’d sure like to know about it now.” Hidden history, if you will, the bane of historians and especially of those, like Hunter, who would like to be accurate in their portrayals. Jensen intends to pursue his fur trade studies and is always striving to find more accurate costuming and personal details, especially about George Nelson.

you consider that this type of phenomena has been observed again and again in follow-up Chris Wondra studies. Seasons are caused by the earth’s distance from the sun; motors and engines use up energy; a heavier ball falls faster than a lighter one: all examples of folk science—myths about how things work— and all completely false. Despite our best intentions, and regardless of our education, people unwittingly cling to these (and more) widely shared misconceptions. In his book “The Unschooled Mind,” Howard Gardner shares an overwhelming body of educational research illustrating: “… even students who have been well-trained and who exhibit all the other signs of success—faithful atten-

dance at good schools, high grades and high test scores, accolades from their teachers—typically do not display an adequate understanding of the materials and concepts with which they have been working.” He points to a surprising collection of research from institutions such as M.I.T. and Johns Hopkins documenting that, “students who receive honor grades in college-level physics courses are frequently unable to solve basic problems and questions encountered in a form slightly different from that on which they have been formally instructed and tested.” For example, in one study, the task was to identify the forces acting on a coin that has been tossed straight up into the air and has reached the midway point in its ascent. A full 70 percent of college students trained in mechanics gave the same intuitive response as untrained students: that there are two forces acting on the coin, the original upward force of the hand and gravity. That is wrong. Once the coin leaves the hand, only gravity is acting upon the coin. You, dear reader, can be forgiven if you didn’t get this. But an honor student in college-level physics? So what’s going on here? How are these myths created, and what can we do to overcome them? Educational re-

searchers are finding that we can begin by recognizing the power of prior knowledge. Old habits die hard. Beliefs are like ruts: the longer we have them, the deeper they get. The deeper they get, the harder it is to climb out of them, think differently, and create new tracks, new ways of thinking, in our brains. Many assume learning is like filling an empty vessel. Often, however, the real issue isn’t what we lack, but what myths we’ve already learned. Each of us comes to new learning with a range of prior knowledge, skills and beliefs that significantly influence how we filter, organize and interpret new information. This, in turn, affects our ability to acquire new knowledge. Often, learning something new requires that we forget, or at least ignore, what we already know. Like the monkey caught in the trap, we often need to first open our fists and let go of what we “know” before we can enjoy the freedom and power that comes from new learning.

achs were rumbling. With dinner on our mind, we got out the food we packed and made a nice little dinner of hot dogs roasted on an open fire. Afterward, we decided to make pudgy-pies, a campfire favorite, and one of the girls had never had them before. We got out our can of pie filling – apples – and noticed something. We forgot the can opener. “Well that’s OK, we can use the ax,” one of us said. I know what you’re thinking, 14year-old girls and axs do not mix. Brilliant idea, whoever said that. So here we are, night upon us with the fire being the only source of light, and we are hacking away at this can of apples with my dad’s ax. By the time we got a big enough hole in the side of the can, most of it was applesauce and half of it was covered in dirt. We cooked it and ate it anyway. Freshly smoked pine needles taste great with apples by the way. The dirt just adds some extra crunchiness to it that wasn’t there before. The next day, we set off for the second half of our trip to return home. We felt so accomplished up to this point with all that we had done by ourselves and we were laughing away as we paddled down the lazy river, the clear water rushing beneath us. One girl, sitting in the middle, decided it would be a great idea to start paddling herself. She was

sitting on a rickety little lawn chair, and after one stroke of her paddle, BANG – out she fell into the frigid October water, the canoe and us and all our stuff tipping and falling after her. I’m going to die, I thought. If I don’t drown first, I will get hypothermia and die. I was panting as the freezing water stung me. And there goes our stuff, and even if I do survive this, now I’ll have to paddle the rest of the way home naked and hungry. We were scrambling and screaming, our heads bobbing just above the water, trying to get onto the upside-down canoe with my mother screaming, “Get to shore! Get to shore!” in the background. After our initial panic, we realized we could touch and we walked the rest of the way to shore. After changing into dry clothes in the middle of the woods, we hung our dripping, mud-caked socks on a stick we erected into the ground. We wrote R.I.P in pinecones underneath the socks. We paddled the rest of the way home as I swore to myself I would never canoe in October again. And though I’ve looked several times after, I never have been able to find that grave site again. But the memories will always be alive. For comments or to reach the author, e-mail abigail-ingalls@bethel.edu

Folle Avoine Chronicles Woodswhimsy the gnome

We teach, we learn

Assorted

chocolates Abby Ingalls things. Horrible memories that turn into great laughs later around the dinner table. There is one camping trip that was full of authenticity and horrible memories that I’ll never forget. It was October and I was 14 years old and I got this brilliant idea to take three of my best friends at the time to go camping along the Namekagon River. I even made a packet of things to bring, and rules like no makeup allowed. Tell that to a 14-yearold girl, even if the most life they’ll see is some chipmunks and eagles, and they’ll complain and bring some anyway. So we set off, with my mother of course being the more experienced camper to make sure things didn’t go awry. Paddling was going great, it was a beautiful sunny October day, and we even had to peel a few layers off. After a few hours of paddling, we decided to pick out the perfect camping spot. Just around the river bend, we found it. After struggling to get our canoes fully on land and our tents up, our stom-

Forts Folle Avoine’s annual golf fundraiser is set to start at 2:30 p.m., Thursday, July 12, at Fox Run Golf, north of Webster on Hwy. 35. One fee includes nine rounds of golf, a cart, a pizza feast and a raffle. More details are available by calling Bob Lee at 715-259-7828. Down the road, he’d like to get into Notre Dame University, but for now his goal is to use Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park as a resource and learning lab, joining others in helping to re-create fur trade life for visitors to Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park. Located on CTH U in Burnett County’s Yellow Lakes region, Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park is open for tours Wednesday through Sunday each week. Its research library is open Wednesdays 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. More info is available via calling 715-866-8890 or viewing theforts.org. Signed, Woodswhimsy

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.

JULY 4, 2012 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NORTHERN CURRENTS, SECTION B - PAGE 5

Spotlight on the Village Players VOYAGER VILLAGE – The summer production of the Village Players Community Theatre will be “Steel Magnolias.” Meet two of the participants: Danielle Formanek will be entering her senior year at Webster High School this fall. Formanek had been in several school plays prior to auditioning for her role in the VPCT production, “The Grandest Canyon.” In fact, Formanek has been in every Webster theater Danielle Formanek production since eighth grade. As well as completing her senior year of high school, Formanek will also be taking courses at UW-Barron County and will be involved in the campus drama department. Formanek is playing the character of Annelle. New in town, Annelle has just been hired at the beauty shop, the heart of the “Steel Magnolias” story. Annelle’s problems are eventually revealed as her character evolves over the course of the play. Bunny Day has been actively involved in the Village Players since she and her husband, Don, moved here from the Range in 2001. She has acted, directed, and is currently serving on the VPCT Board. The Days, along with their Gordon Setter, Tavish, live on Birch Island Lake. Day’s other interests include having her children and grandchildren visit, playing golf,

belonging to several book clubs, and volunteering at Webster Elementary School. Day has found portraying the character of Ouiser, a wealthy curmudgeon, acerbic but lovable, a very challenging role since she is naturally a very softspoken person. The VPCT invites everyone to enjoy one or more performances of “Steel Magnolias.” Performances are Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, July 26-28 Bunny Day and Aug. 2 – 4, at 7 p.m. and Sundays, July 29 and Aug. 5, at 2:30 p.m. There are three ways theatergoers can purchase tickets to this season’s performances: 1. Purchase online for printable tickets by going to: villageplayerscommunitytheatre.com then click on Ticket Peak. 2. Mail your order form and payment to VPCT: PO Box 677, Webster, WI 54893 (order forms are available in boxes at VPCT banners, the Voyager Village office and at various Webster and Webb Lake locations). 3. Or purchase tickets at the door the day of the performance. Online sales stop three hours prior to performance and tickets at the door at a slightly higher fee. submitted

More trails for hiking, horseback riding, skiing Gov. Knowles State Forest looks to the future by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer GRANTSBURG – More recreational opportunities. More diverse wilderness. More protection of natural communities and water resources. These are some of the proposed changes in the draft master plan for the Gov. Knowles State Forest. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has released the draft plan and is looking for public comment now. The 200-page plan is available online for review. The comment period ends Friday, July 13. The Gov. Knowles Forest is a 55-mile-long narrow forest stretch that follows the St. Croix River from Wolf Creek in Eureka to a point just west of Danbury. The forest, established in 1970, consisted mainly of the wooded

bluff land paralleling the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway. The public land now includes two sections of hiking trails, an equestrian campground and horse trails, several state natural areas and two camp grounds. The proposed master plan would expand these use areas while maintaining protection of critical ecological communities and species. Some of the changes highlighted in the DNR summary of the plan include an additional 20 miles of equestrian trails, 18 miles of new primitive trail to connect the present trails, more diverse winter skiing trails, more group camps including one for equestrian groups and an improvement in the snowmobile trail. The forest will be divided into 11 management areas designed for the specific characteristics of the different sections. And more acres will be managed as natural areas to protect sensitive species and habitats. The plan is available at the DNR Web site at dnr.wi.gov/master_planning/govknowles.

Mountain-biking women

Free skills clinic July 14

by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer ST. CROIX FALLS – Local women will have a chance to increase their mountain-biking skills with instructions from a professional, Kyia Anderson from Minnesota. The free clinic will be Saturday, July 14, from 9 a.m. to noon at the St. Croix Falls High School. The clinic is being sponsored by the Woolly Bike Club, a local group of women who enjoy the area trails and back roads on their fat-tire bikes.

Starting with basic skills, events are designed to make mountain biking more approachable for women. An added objective is to increase the number of local women who gather for a good ride in good company. Sponsors of the event say they are looking for other women who think that riding around in the woods sounds like fun, possibly followed by socializing afterward at a local restaurant. While the event is free, the hosts would like you to register at emalea@cycloviaxc.com. Emalea Landgraf, one of the organizers, says women should come “because it’s awesome!”

Spirit Creek Vineyard in Frederic to host regional vineyard walk FREDERIC — The UW-Extension fruit team will be hosting a regional summer vineyard walk on Sunday, July 15, from 1-3 p.m., at Spirit Creek Vineyard in rural Frederic. With the continued interest in commercial wine and table grape production in Wisconsin, UW-Extension and hosts Mike and Sue Jahnke invite interested, beginner and experienced commercial grape growers to see firsthand how grapes are grown in Northwest Wisconsin. Participants will walk through the vineyard and hear how the Jahnkes established and manage 1800 vines on 3-1/2 acres. According to Kevin Schoessow, UW-Extension area agriculture development agent for Burnett, Washburn and Sawyer counties, the Jahnkes and their sons have some real-life experiences growing grapes that every interested and beginner grower needs to hear. This fall they hope to harvest a full crop of wine grapes to be sold to a local winery. Rebecca Harbut, UW-Extension fruit specialist, will help lead the walk and evaluate the Jahnkes vines and answer questions that participants may have about com-

mercial production practices. The Jahnkes and their family started planting Frontenac and Marquette grapes in 2007. They have since added La Crescent, Petite Pearl, Brianna and Somerset varieties. Participants will see two different trellis systems, various ground covers, plant spacing, use of grow tubes and ground fabric. The Jahnkes will also comment on weed and pest management, use of bird netting, gopher control, site selection, frost and personal stories with growing grapes. Spirit Creek Vineyard is located at 3555 Blom Lake Drive, north and west of Frederic off CTH W. Watch for vineyard walk signs. Registration fee is payable at the vineyard walk. Please e-mail the number attending to kevin.schoessow@ces.uwex.edu or call the Spooner Area UW-Extension office at 800-528-1914 or 715-635-3506. The event will be held rain or shine and participants are asked to bring lawn chairs for the grower socializing following the walk. — from UW-Extension

E-edition Every page in color. Go to the-leader.net

Do you remember? Compiled by Sue Renno

50 Years Ago Many June weddings were featured in the June 27 and July 4 editions. They included Velva Anderson and Elrie Ullom Jr., June 2; Marilyn Simonson and Richard Rutz, June 2; Mary Johnson and Ervin Schauer, June 16; Lt. Sandra Drake and Lt. Lamar Kammeyer, June 16; Theresa Adamietz and Gerald Handlos, June 16; and Elizabeth Klockeman and Richard McClay, also June 16.–Edward Marek Jr., 9, escaped serious injury when a tractor rolled over his leg and part of his body.–Dale Jensen, Balsam Lake, a member of the Polk County senior team, was the top dairy judge at the Northwest Wisconsin 4-H Dairy Judging Contest at Rice Lake.–Winners in the Siren Fishing Contest were Mrs. John Dahl, a 16-pound, 1-ounce northern caught in Clear Lake; Ed Olson, a 1-pound, 10-ounce sunfish from Mud Hen Lake; and George Winters, a 5-pound bass from the Clam River.–The Burnett County Fishbowl organization distributed 57,000 flyers to promote tourism in the county. They were passed out at sportsman shows in Milwaukee, Des Moines, Indianapolis and Madison, supplied to information booths, resorts, etc., and mailed. Members of the organizatioin included Charles Tollander, Gene Early, L. Gregory Johnson, Walter Shramek, Roy Wickman, Clarence King, Vernon Nyberg, A.T. Nelson, Fred Evert and George Maser.–The Fourth of July sale at Milltown Co-op featured whole fryers 29¢ per pound, watermelons, 3-3/4 cents per pound and 10 pounds charcoal for 54 cents.

40 Years Ago The Frederic Fire Department got a new fire truck, equipped with fog guns and a system to funnel heat from the manifold through the hose reel to aid in winter operations.–Six Frederic girls attended a gymnastics camp at UW-Eau Claire. They were Bonnie Bubendorf, Kris Rognrud, Marilyn Peterson, Jill Lindahl, Gail Simonson and Diane Hanson.–There were eight young people confirmed at Bethany Lutheran Church. They were Ted Hunter, Connie Goodman, Wayne Johnson, Debbie Schroeder, Shauna Schauer, Dennis Wiberg, Gretchen Bittner and Kim Lawler.–Arlene West, Frederic, attended a journalism and yearbook workshop at UW-Madison.–Airman Steven W. Lee, son of Mrs. Lenora Lee of Grantsburg, completed basic training at Lackland Air Force Base, in Texas.–Navy Fireman Recruit Stephan C. Bjork, son of Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Bjork, Frederic, completed basic engineman school.–Lowell Lundstrom and his crusade team would be holding evangelistic meetings at the Siren High School, starting July 11.–Lennert J. Sandbergh, a native of Sweden, was scheduled to appear at the Viola Lake Alliance Church on July 9. He was an ordained minister, a singer with a rich tenor voice, and a musician who played a 10-string lute, an instrument dating back to Bible days.

20 Years Ago Local racers in the Frederic Lions Bike Race who placed included Elizabeth and Angela Puetz, first and second in women’s 13-18; David Puetz, second in men’s 13-18; Bruce Shattuck, first in men’s 66 and over; and Kevin Schoessow, fourth in men’s 26-33.–The engagement of Michelle Nelson and Brian Doolittle was announced.–The new Miss Milltown was Tanna Greb, with princesses being Heather Haider and Katie O’Geay. Little Miss Milltown was Kim Weeks, with Princess Valerie Katelhut.–Gasoline prices had increased a few cents, but were about the same as the previous year, at an average price of $1.20 per gallon for unleaded regular.–Balsam Lake’s queen candidates were Roxanne Boileau, Angela Eng, Brittny Johnson and Tori Evans.–An open house was scheduled for the public to meet new Frederic School Administrator Reg Gobin.–Burnett County residents were offered a free appliance drop-off program, and in three weeks, at two sites, 1,200 appliances were turned in.–A grand opening was held for the Burnett Community Library in Webster. The building was previously a bank, and the magazine area in the new library was in the old bank vault.–Marie Zimmer, Webster, was selected for the National Sound of America Honor Band and Chorus, and would join their European concert tour in July.–Amy Lundquist scored 12 points and 10 rebounds in the Wisconsin Basketball Coaches Association All-Star game in Madison. The North team, for which she was playing, won 74-61.

Brought to you by

OLSEN & SON DRUG

Serving the community since 1882

24106 St., Hwy. 35 • Siren, WI Phone 715-349-2221 • Fax 715-349-7350

Tom Moore, Owner Brian Johnson - RPh

PAGE 6 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NORTHERN CURRENTS, SECTION B - JULY 4, 2012

TOWN TALK/COUNTRY CHATTER

Arnell Humane Society of Polk County Clara is a 1-year-old sweetheart with a smile. She carries her short coat of white and brown tabby with dignity and self-assurance. Clara is a petite young gal with the calm of a mature cat. She enjoys attention but isn’t one to ask for it constantly. During my busy day at the shelter, I am drawn to her calm quiet. To see her patiently waiting in her kennel, does something to my inner clock. Her peaceful demeanor catches me in mid hustle-bustle and makes me take a breath. I think Clara has what researchers say offers humans a natural high blood pressure remedy. She is a nice young cat in need of someone who is in need of her special powers of companionship. The Fourth of July week is here. There are tons of activities to choose from and see, friends to catch up with and potato salad for all. While you are out an about celebrating our nation’s birthday,

715-349-2964 Trouble has become just about a daily visitor in bear country these days. Seems he also has his daily routines in all five of the neighbors all around bear country. Did have the sow Miss Prissy and her three little ones come through one afternoon while he was in raising Cain, however upon seeing her he went up the nearest tree like a shot. I didn’t think once they got his size they could still go up that fast. Seems the moms with little ones rule the roost. On Tuesday a couple of our friends who live on Big Wood Lake called telling me about an encounter they had. Seems they were returning home on CTH M when they saw a large sow crossing the road with her troop of five little ones. Bears usually have two or three, but four or more is quite unusual. If they all survive there’s going to be an explosion of 2-yearolds making all sorts of trouble in 2014. Friends Steve and Melanie Perner, also on Big Wood Lake, have a bear they estimate at over 400 pounds who has come almost nightly and tried to get into their garage after the garbage. It tore off the moldings and then decided to take on the door, leaving dents before giving up. Seems to me the DNR needs to really address this problem of the overabundance of bears in the area and start putting a regular bear season available. Does someone need

YAPpenings Sadie couple of surrenders and a number of strays, so please if you’re reading this and you’re missing a dog - we may just have him/her in safekeeping. I’m sure they’d love to go home where they belong. Good news, Maggie the dog I told you about last week has been adopted and is now living with some great people in Stillwater, Minn. This week I’ve decided to feature Fred again as he is officially our longest-term resident, having been at the shelter since March 15. Fred is an awesome Lab retriever mix around 5 years of age with lots of fun-filled years ahead of him. He has such happy and trusting eyes, so hopefully someone will recognize what a great dog he is and will consider welcoming him to their family. Fred loves to play ball and also loves the water. Why don’t you stop by and spend some time with him, maybe even take him for a walk, and who knows, you may just find you have a chance to support the Arnell shelter and participate in a fundraising dog walk in Osceola. Dick’s Markets in Amery and Osceola are helping you support the Arnell Humane Society with an “at the checkout” Clara fundraiser. Shoppers will have the option of adding $1 to their shopping receipt total. Dick’s Market will collect your donation dollars and deliver your support to the animals. It really couldn’t be more simple. The dollars add up and make a big difference to our shelter and the animals in our care, allowing us to buy pet treats but also pay the bills that keep our shelter up and running. The checkout fundraiser will be in full swing the entire Fourth of July week. Thank you in advance for saying “Yes” when the cashier asks if you would like to donate $1 to the Arnell Humane Society.

Siren news

to get hurt or killed before any action is taken? Sympathy to the family of Jena M. Wycoski who passed away June 20. Sympathy to the family of longtime Grantsburg doctor Richard Hartzell, who passed away on June 22.

Dewey - LaFollette

Donna and Nina Hines and Lida Nordquist called on Marlene Swearingen Saturday afternoon, and the four ladies played some cards. Bryan Knoop was confirmed in the Christian faith at Lakeview UM church Sunday during worship time. He, along with the confirmands from Spooner UM church, Madison Mitchell, Alexandra Ripley and Michael Stair, then assisted Pastor Starr with the Communion service. All of these young people are wished God’s blessings. Bryan’s parents are Mark and Noel Knoop and his mentor was Tom Gerlach. Lida Nordquist was a supper guest of Lawrence and Nina Hines, Sunday. Clam River Tuesday Club will meet July 11 at 1:30 p.m., at the home of Kay Krentz.

On Sunday, July 8, animal lover Casey Sajna is hosting the Walk, Run or Fly Dog Walk fundraiser for Arnell. In its fourth year, Casey is hoping to raise $1,000 for the shelter animals. Bring your dog on leash and $5 or more donation to the Osceola High School parking lot between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Casey will have homemade dog and people treats available for purchase, water and bandanas for humans and dogs to make it comfy and cozy. This fundraiser is a chance to meet fellow dog lovers and have a bit of fun together. Casey hopes to see you there. Call her at 715-294-4528 if you have questions about the event. It wouldn’t be a Fourth of July week column if I didn’t warn you about the dangers of fireworks and your pets. To us fireworks are exciting, beautiful sights to behold, but to your pet they are loud, scary explosions. Keep your pet safe indoors during the holiday activities. They may still be frightened by the loud noises, but they will be safe; unable to run to parts unknown to escape the thunderous blasts. Have a safe and fun holiday. Arnell Memorial Humane Society is at 185 Griffin St. E in Amery, phone 715-268-7387 or online at arnellhumane.org.

Senior Center. All of us really appreciate the ongoing support you’ve provided to my friends at the shelter. It’s people like you that help make a difference in saving a life. Have you heard? The humane society is hosting a pet CPR and first aid training session on Saturday, Aug. 4, from 10 a.m. to noon. This will be held at the Webster High School cafetorium and is free to the public, although donations are welcome to offset the cost of the program. If you’re interested, please RSVP to Brenda at Brenda@hsburnettcty.org or call the shelter at 715866-4096. I hoping this will be of interest to all you pet lovers out there. “He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his life, his love, his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart. You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion.” - Unknown 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.

Frederic Senior Center Dave Peterson

The weather has been really hot. We need rain bad. The winners for Spades were Darlene Graves, Joyce Thompson, Ellis Erickson and Holly Stonesifer. The 8-bid winner was Inez Pearson. The winners for 500 were Larry Anderson, Junior Kaiser, Dorothy Brown and Ralph Groves. There was no 9-bid winner. Remember that we play Spades Monday at 1 p.m., 500 Thursday at 6:30 p.m., Pokeno Wednesday and Friday at 1 p.m., and Dime Bingo on Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m. I hope everyone has a safe Fourth of July. Stay cool this week. Hope to see you at the center.

St. Croix Valley Senior Center

Bev Beckmark Attention all you Burnett and Polk County snowbirds who winter in Texas, here’s a great chance to get together again with new or old friends who do the same. A get-together has been set up for July 11 from noon to whenever at the Luck Pavilion. So come, bring a dish to pass; the plates, cups and utensils are provided. Mark your calendars, you don’t want to miss it. Art and Bev spent Saturday afternoon and evening in Bayport, Minn., at the Lakeside Park for the graduation parties of Neal Gillett and Gordy Kast. Seems just like yesterday these young men were starting school. There’s a birthday party going on Saturday, July 7, at the Siren Crooked Lake Park from noon-3 p.m. for two special ladies, so if you know the Jorgensen twins, Jean or Joan, stop in and wish them a happy 60th birthday. Hope everyone has a safe and happy Fourth of July.

Marian Edler It’s Fourth of July. Corn is about head high instead of knee-high as the old saying goes. The forecast is for hot and dry weather. Tuesday started out with our exercise followed by Skip-Bo. In the afternoon, games were played. Winners in 500 were Don Benson, Pete Schlosser, Leone Montgomery and Ron Flostad. Winners in Dominos were George Meixner, Deloris Benson and Don Anderson. Russ Adams, Mary Hennessy and Marian Edler was the winning team for Hand and Foot. We have been playing a game of Ponytail too. Thursday morning we did our exercises. In the afternoon, Cribbage was played. That was followed by 500 cards with the winners Izzy Magnison, Joan Arnold and Artis Brown. Friday morning Bridge was played. Are you interested in any of the games? Stop in and get our schedule and start participating. We welcome more players.

Siren Senior news We want to express gratitude to Karen Mangelson for all the cards she donated. We are always glad to receive the cards. The card people would like to thank everyone who has been donating cards to be recycled. We are sorry that we cannot use just the face of the card – we also need the message. The whole card can be given as we just cut out what we need. Thank you. Last week I asked if anybody had some dishtowels they would be willing to donate to the center.

Nona Severson

Doris Knopik came with towels for us. We can still use some more. Gratitude is extended to Doris – we appreciate the donation. Card winners for 500 were Arnie Borchert, Tony Rutter, Darleen Groves, Shirley Doriott and Flo Antiel. I do not have Spade winners as the paper wanted news early due to the Fourth. I hope everyone has a safe, fun Fourth of July. There will be no cards on Wednesday, July 4. See you at the center.

WEBSTER ALL-CLASS REUNION Thursday, July 19

11 a.m. Social Hour • Noon Lunch Reservation Required

Ike Walton Lodge on Yellow Lake Cost: $15 Per Person Reservations: 715-866-7101 By Monday, July 16

90TH BIRTHDAY PARTY for

RESSER ADAMS Sunday, July 15, 2012

564384

Lida Nordquist visited Jan, Jim, Caleb and Hannah Schott Tuesday and stayed overnight. Nina and Lawrence Hines went to Richfield, Minn., Wednesday and were overnight guests of Sue and Colin Harrison. Hank and Karen Mangelsen went to River Falls Friday evening to visit Larry, Heidi, Celie and Baxter Mangelsen. They all went out to eat together to celebrate Heidi’s birthday. Brian Hines was a weekend visitor of Gerry and Donna Hines. Duane Otis and Ronda, Maynard, Karen and Hank Mangelsen went to Grantsburg Saturday afternoon and visited June and Lloyd Anderson and family. They helped Lloyd celebrate his birthday.

Karen Mangelsen

he’s perfect for you. If it’s a kitty you’re looking for, then we have those too. Beautiful Ellie is a young black fluffy adult kitty, small in stature but big in heart. According to the volunteers at the shelter, she has a sweet and loving personality and is fast beFred coming a shelter favorite. Besides Ellie, we have other kitties such as Cleo, Rosie, Ping and Pong who are all waiting to be adopted. You won’t be disappointed with any of them. Well, with the temperatures out there, it’s not the best time for an air conditioner to decide to pack it in, but that’s exactly what happened. The air conditioner in the adoption room shorted out and died, so we have to bring a new one in ASAP for the comfort of my friends there. If you’d like to help with the unexpected expense, it would be great and also tax deductible. I want to give a great big shout-out to the Siren

11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

46-47Lp

Happy Tails Await

Shelter

564382 46-47Lp 36-37ap

It’s July 1, so sending greetings to my Canadian friends and family and wishing them a happy Canada Day, and Fourth of July is coming up next, so wishing everyone a wonderful Independence Day. May you and your family have a wonderful celebration and please watch my four-footed friends that are afraid of fireworks as you don’t want them to run away in fright. Wow, we’ve sure had a couple of warm days and looks like another week of them, so the old air conditioner is getting a pretty good workout during the day. Can’t decide if I want to be outside or inside, so here we go with the revolving door again. Every time I jump on the door to let Dad know I want in, I can hear him saying “Dog - would you make up your mind!” I don’t think he’s figured it out yet that it’s a bit of a game so don’t tell him. It has been a busy week at the shelter and just as we thought we were getting some room at the inn, a number of new arrivals have checked in. We have a Ellie

at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church St. Croix Falls, WI

JULY 4, 2012 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NORTHERN CURRENTS, SECTION B - PAGE 7

TOWN TALK/COUNTRY CHATTER Academic news

Grantsburg Public Library Summer reading program event, Wednesday, July 11, 1:30 p.m.

Join us for an afternoon of E animals and live music . . . what could be more live fun? Grantsburg’s own rockers, Joe Dumas and Gus Johnson, will entertain audiences of all ages, and Grandpa Jim’s Animal Farm petting zoo will have lots of furry friends for upclose fun. The library’s summer reading program is sponsored by the Grantsburg American Legion.

Read for pizza

Do you have a child that could use an extra nudge to read during the summer months? The library has partnered with Grantsburg Holiday StationStore to offer children who read 20 minutes a day, for seven days, a coupon for a free personalsize pizza. To participate pick up reading incentive slips at the Grantsburg Library.

Technology

The library can help you meet your technology needs. There are seven Internetready computer stations and the library Grantsburg Public Library’s summer reading program is in full swing. Attendees to the program events have offers a free Wi-Fi signal.

Getting a library card is easy

The staff of the library encourages people of all ages to get a library card. It can be a first step in a journey of a lifetime. To get a card, fill out an application form at the library. Children under the age of 15 must have parent’s/guardian’s signature on the application and on their library cards.

been amazed by a magician, jugglers and a ventriloquist. Up next, farm animals and musicians. - Photos submitted

Library hours and information

Monday noon- 6 p.m., Tuesday noon- 6 p.m., Wednesday 10:30 a.m.- 6 p.m., Thursday noon- 6 p.m., Friday 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. Phone number: 715-4632244, Web site: grantsburg.wislib.org, Follow the Grantsburg Library on Facebook.

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Business University announces the graduation of Tammy Baer of Dairyland from the medical billing and coding program. – submitted ••• DECORAH, Iowa – Mary Maiden Mueller, Luck, has been named to 2012 spring semester dean’s list at Luther College. – submitted ••• RIVER FALLS – The following local residents were among more than 2,222 students from the UWRiver Falls who made the spring semester dean’s list. To be named to the dean’s list, a full-time undergraduate student must earn a grade point average of at least 3.5 on a scale of 4.0, or midway between an A and B average. Dresser Darron Nelson, business administration; Jared Haas, geography; Rebecca Alden, biology and Amanda Rolling, communicative disorders. Frederic Jennifer Rogers, elementary education; Michelle Owens, dairy science; Perry Anderson, physics; Joel Anderson, economics and Bobbi O’Brien, accounting. Grantsburg Senja Melin, conservation; Laura Byl, elementary education; Gretchen Hedlund, elementary education and Leah Ticknor, elementary education. Siren Kyle Malm, business administration and Eric Brown, computer science and info system. Luck Kelly Johnson, agricultural education and Kayla Karl, biology. Webster Olivia Main, theater arts; Charlee Borg, psychology and Brittany Flatten, journalism. Centuria Cailin Turner, elementary education; Hannah Ditlefsen, mathematics and April Johnson, agricultural education. Balsam Lake Jacob Bengtson, physics. – submitted ••• NORMAN, Okla. – Students from 45 states and the District of Columbia are listed on the University of Oklahoma Norman campus honor roll for the spring 2012 semester. In most colleges, students must earn a minimum 3.5 grade-point average on a 4.0 scale to be included on the honor roll. Students in the College of Architecture are recognized with a 3.3 or better, and students in the College of Engineering are recognized with a 3.0 or better. Honor roll students who are enrolled full time in at least 12 credit hours are listed below by the hometowns they provided on their records. The names of students who earned a 4.0 (A) grade-point average also are president honor roll designates and are indicated by an asterisk. Frederic Josiah D. Lund*. – submitted •••

EAU CLAIRE - The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire has named 1980 undergraduate students to its deans lists for the 2012 spring semester. The deans list and eligibility criteria, as well as other listings of UW-Eau Claire student honors and awards, can be found online at uwec.edu/news/people/honors.htm. Students from this area who were selected for the dean’s lists are: Amery Margaret Behling, elementary education; Shelby Brown, nursing; Karen Hansen, mass communication; Marlee Hartman, biology; Cassandra Klatt, kinesiology; Britta Marquand, French; Joshua Olson, geology and Alissa Wulf, psychology. Balsam Lake Angela Berthold, geology and William Hinshaw, history; Centuria Hannah Zahler, psychology; Clear Lake Darren Lee, accounting and Miya Rud, Spanish; Dresser Kari Gallagher, nursing; Frederic Tanesha Carlson, nursing and Sarah Knauber, nursing; Grantsburg Jennifer Anderson, mathematics and Kallie Thoreson, accounting; Hertel Bethanna Petersen, mathematics; Luck Nicholas Ostman, communication sciences; Milltown Charity Moore, history; Osceola Bridget Hinz, nursing; Rachel Mortel, nursing; Elizabeth Peterson, nursing; Amanda Richert, communication; Robert Seiberlich, kinesiology; Timothy Whittenberger, business finance and Claire Willett, English; Siren Jennifer Mitchell, elementary education; St. Croix Falls Sara Palmer, business administration; Unity Shinae McBride, nursing; Webster Shaina Pardun, liberal studies. – submitted ••• PLATTEVILLE – University of Wisconsin-Platteville announced its 2012 spring semester dean’s list. Students receive this academic honor in the College of Business, Industry, Life Science and Agriculture and the College of Liberal Arts and Education must achieve a 3.75 grade-point average and students in the College of Engineering, Math and Science must earn a 3.5 grade-point average. Among those who made the dean’s list were, Danbury Melinda Tyson. - submitted

Wisconsin Interstate Park Naturalist programs at Wisconsin Interstate Park Friday, July 6

News from the Service FORT MEADE, Md. – Air Force Master Sgt. Mark W. Jacobs has deployed to Afghanistan to serve in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Enduring Freedom is the official name given to anti-terrorism military operations involving U.S. troops and allied coalition partners. Reserve component members from all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces have been mobilized, activated and deployed along with active duty members to support the war against global terrorism. Mission objectives encompass combating the international terrorist network or regime forces outside the borders of the United States. U.S. troops serve in South and Southwest Asia, Central Asia, the Arabian peninsula, islands in the Pacific and other countries. Jacobs is a resource advisor assigned to the 148th Fighter Wing at Duluth Air National Guard Base, Minn. The master sergeant has served in the military for 26 years.

He is the son of Robert and Patricia A. Jacobs of Eureka, Mont., and brother of Tammy Jacobs, also of Eureka. Jacobs graduated in 1981 from St. Croix Falls High School and received an associate degree in 1982 from Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College, New Richmond. - submitted

Birth announcement

Watchable Wildlife Around Lake O’ the Dalles, 10 a.m. at the lake side of the Beach House. Meet naturalist Julie Fox for a one-mile hike around Lake O’ the Dalles. Discover what makes the lake unique and watch for signs of wildlife that live there. How Birds Make a Living, 3 p.m. at the Ice Age Center. Join the naturalist and find out some of the interesting tools birds use to make their living in the wild by playing a fun game that illustrates the importance of some of these features.

Saturday, July 7

Turtles are Terrific! 2 p.m. at the Ice Age Center. Drop by to visit with naturalist Barb Walker and meet Gizmo the tortoise while learning some fascinating facts and features about these ancient creatures. Molten Lava and Melted Ice, 4 p.m. at the Pothole Trail sign. Join the naturalist for a relaxing hike around the Pothole Trail and learn about the geewhiz geology of Interstate Park. Sun-sational Eagle Peak, 7 p.m. at the Eagle Peak Trail sign in the Pines Group Camp. Hike up the trail and learn the secrets of the Peak and see fantastic views of the St. Croix River Valley as the sun begins to set.

Born at Osceola Medical Center:

A boy, Matthew Albin Klugow, born June 26, 2012, to Rose and Tom Klugow, Osceola. Matthew weighed 8 lbs. •••

Sunday, July 8

Spirits of Echo Canyon, 10 a.m. at the Summit Rock Trail sign. Join Walker for a scenic hike around

Echo Canyon. Hear some of the fascinating history of the native peoples of the St. Croix River Valley and see a nature-made rock face along the trail. Family Fun: Snakes! 1 p.m. at the Ice Age Center. Learn some fascinating facts from the naturalist about snakes and bring home a crafted make-andtake snake of your own. Meet Copper the fox snake and Bintu the ball python as well. Fun for the entire family.

Monday, July 9

Pet A Pelt, 10 a.m. at the Ice Age Center. Stop by and chat with Walker to learn more about Wisconsin wildlife. Did you know that deer hair is hollow? What makes the fur of a beaver or otter different? Get the answers to these questions and more and feel the differences in various animal pelts.

Tuesday, July 10

Hiking the Ice Age Trail, 1 p.m. at the Pothole Trail sign. The Pothole Trail is the western terminus of the 1,200-mile long Ice Age National Scenic Trail that spans the State of Wisconsin. Join Walker and learn about the unique geology of Interstate Park, a unit of the Ice Age National Scenic Reserve.

Thursday, July 12

Nature story time, 10 a.m. Join the naturalist for a story and activity chosen especially for children preK through kindergarten and their parents. Check at the park office for the program location within the park. Interstate Park is located in St. Croix Falls on Hwy. 35 just one-half mile south of Hwy. 8. For more information call Fox or Walker at 715-483-3747.

PAGE 8 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NORTHERN CURRENTS, SECTION B - JULY 4, 2012

Music, art, engineering for kids and youth at Lamar

Kids camps at Lamar

RURAL ST. CROIX FALLS - As summer hits its stride, Lamar Community Center offers unique classes for youth and children that make it memorable. Courses are offered on a sliding fee scale and people self-select payment. “We want to ensure access for everyone and it’s an exciting way to promote community vitality,” says director Kathleen Melin. The fourth-annual Lamar School of Music, also known as “Rock School,” begins Thursday, July 5, from 7-9 p.m. and runs for five weeks. Youth musicians ages 12 and up form groups depending on participants’ preference of genre – rock, jazz, blues, country western, old-time, bluegrass – and write one or two songs that will be performed onstage at the Lamar Festival Saturday, Aug. 4. They will practice under the guidance of Brian Liggett and a guest artist-instructor. Cost is $50-$75-$100. For the first time, Lamar is offering Zany Fun Engineering Camp, for kids ages 6-9, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday, July 9-13. Kids get to explore, discover and tinker during this real-life camp while learning cooperation and team building, essential skills in a rapidly changing and highly exacting society. Cost is $45-$60$75 plus a $10 materials fee. The seventh-annual Lamar kids art camps give kids a chance to let their creative genius emerge. This year, teaching artist Cole Zrostlik will guide children ages 511 through a plethora of exploratory art projects created

Members of the 2011 Lamar School of Music, aka Rock School, performing at last year’s Lamar Festival. - Photos submitted

just for them and their friends during this summer day camp. Each camp session lasts one week and runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Campers bring a bag lunch. At the end of the sessions, art camp kids have their own genuine art show as part of the ninth-annual Lamar Festival Aug. 4, with fun for the whole family. Make, Re-purpose, Adorn, for kids ages 8-11, takes place July 23-27. Kids will make awesome wearable, useable and decorative arts from repurposed art materials. Working in 2- and 3-D, students will surprise themselves with what unusual treasures they can make with papier-mâché, felt, and other usual art media. Kids ages 5-8 get Wild for Art, July 30-Aug. 3, making wacky wearables, silly sculptures and other zany artistic creations. The cost for the weeklong camps is $45-$60-$75 plus $10 materials fee. Register now by calling 715-553-2116 or e-mailing lamar.community@gmail.com. All classes take place at Lamar, 1488 200th St. in rural St. Croix Falls.

Also enjoy the ninth-annual Lamar Festival on Saturday, Aug. 4, an outdoor music, dance, art, spoken word, sustainable extravaganza that benefits Lamar. The day offers activities for all ages and great local food in addition to regional and national acts on stage. Brian Wicklund and the Barley Jacks headline with many other acts during the day. Admission is by donation with all proceeds benefiting Lamar. Lamar School, on the National Register of Historic Places, was built in 1905 at a time when the state mandated a schoolhouse on every section. At the height of the country schoolhouse days, Polk County was home to 144 country schools. Lamar is now one of only five schoolhouses still in existence that is open to the public. The organization is dedicated to building community through education and the arts from this unique property. For further information, check the Web site at lamarcommunity.org. - submitted

SIREN DENTAL CLINIC NEW PATIENTS WELCOME

INTER-COUNTY COOPERATIVE PUBLISHING ASSN. PARKING LOT Hwy. 35 North • Frederic, Wis.

OPENING SAT., JULY 14, 2012 Saturdays 8 a.m. - Noon

$2 Setup Fee Bring Your Own Table 564612 46Lp 36ap

715-349-2297

HAPPY 90TH BIRTHDAY

ON JULY 9, GRANDMA PEARL LINDQUIST

Love your Grandchildren: Tadd, Shawn, Brandie, Aaron 564454 46Lp and Dayton

564381 46L

FREDERIC FARMERS MARKET

558988 36Ltfc

Creativity abounds in the art camps for kids at historic Lamar Community Center July 23-Aug. 3.

JON E. CRUZ, DDS

* Preventative Care * * Crowns, Bridges, Cosmetic Dentistry * * Dentures, Partials, Relines * * Fillings, Root Canals and Extractions * GENTLE DENTAL CARE FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY

564377 46r,L

564388 46-49Lp

Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Open Some Fridays

Stump Removal / Retaining Walls / Paver Patios Stone or Timber Stairways / Tree Service Lawn Installation / Brush Clearing / Erosion Solutions Serving Burnett, Washburn, Barron, Sawyer & Polk Counties 24560 Poquette Lake Road • Shell Lake, WI

715-468-4074 • 715-222-1822 (Cell)

BEGINNER & INTERMEDIATE GUITAR LESSONS AVAILABLE For The City Of St. Croix Falls And Surrounding Area.

715-220-2781

Please call for more information.

564425 46-47Lp 36-37dp

Jon E. Cruz, DDS 24164 State Road 35 Siren, Wis.

LIMITED OPENINGS AVAILABLE

JULY 4, 2012 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NORTHERN CURRENTS, SECTION B - PAGE 9

2012 Freedom Fest Queen Pageant

Balsam Lake

New Little Miss Balsam Lake Mariela Mosay Ortega was crowned by 2011 Queen Kaina Zygowicz Thursday, June 28. New royalty Becca Garvey, Emily Gross and Kelly Tourville with new Little Miss Mariela Mosay Ortega. Photos by Greg Marsten

2011 Queen Kaina Zygowicz crowns 2012 Queen Becca Garvey.

The new Balsam Lake royalty Mariela Mosay Ortega.

www.BCAAPC.ORG 564282 33a 46L

PAGE 10 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NORTHERN CURRENTS, SECTION B - JULY 4, 2012

2012 Freedom Fest parade

Balsam Lake

Balsam Lake Freedom Fest Grand Marshals Gary and Kathy Reed took a ride down Main Street, while representing Sunnyside Marina, which has been in the Balsam Lake community for 40 years. – Photos by Marty Seeger

This young man was all decked out in the red, white and blue on Sunday, July 1, in Balsam Lake. RIGHT: It wasn’t long and these bags were full during an hour-long Freedom Fest parade in Balsam Lake.

LEFT: Balsam Lake royalty includes (L to R): Kelly Tourville, Becca Garvey and Emily Gross.

These young girls welcomed the water on a hot, sunny day that was around 95 degrees during the parade.

The VFW United Post 6856 presented the nation’s colors as parade-goers lined Main Street in Balsam Lake on Sunday, July 1, while the Vibrant colors lined Main Street in Balsam Lake national anthem was sung beautifully over the loudspeakers. on a hot 95-degree day during Freedom Fest.

JULY 4, 2012 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NORTHERN CURRENTS, SECTION B - PAGE 11

2012 Freedom Fest parade

The annual Royal Flush plungers seemed to be having a lot of fun in Balsam Lake during the Freedom Fest parade on Sunday. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Photos by Marty Seeger

The Spooner Rodeo is being held this weekend, July 5, 6 and 7, and was represented at the Freedom Fest parade.

Balsam Lake

Frozen treats were sought after by hundreds of kids along Main Street in Balsam Lake as a bit of relief from the heat.

LEFT: Members of Claus, Clowns and Characters shook hands with children and grown-ups during the Freedom Fest parade in Balsam Lake. RIGHT: Water was a welcomed item during a hot weather parade in Balsam Lake Sunday, July 1.

2012 Freedom Fest canoe races

The dock out in front of the beach in Balsam Lake was packed with kids during a hot summer evening. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Photos by Marty Seeger

Balsam Lake

A group of canoes took off from the starting line at Balsam Lake during the canoe races on Sunday evening, July 1.

LEFT: The docks near the Balsam Lake boat landing were packed with spectators and competitors during the canoe races held on Sunday, July 1.

PAGE 12 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NORTHERN CURRENTS, SECTION B - JULY 4, 2012

2012 Freedom Fest car show

This 1927 Ford Roadster is owned by Mike Melgard of Scandia, Minn. – Photos by Marty Seeger

Balsam Lake

Cars and old pickup trucks weren’t the only Vintage and newer cars lined both sides of Main Street in Balsam Lake things on display during the car show at the Freeon Sunday, July 1, before the Freedom Fest parade. dom Fest celebration in Balsam Lake.

2012 Freedom Fest pedal pull

Balsam Lake

This little girl gave the pedal pull her best shot after the FreeYouth of all ages enjoyed the pedal pull as was evident on This young boy went the distance in the pedal pull competidom Fest parade. More than 50 kids participated in the sancthis young boy’s face. – Photos by Marty Seeger tion in Balsam Lake. tioned event. It was the first held in Balsam Lake.

2012 Freedom Fest

ABOVE: The new Cornerstone Park on Main Street in Balsam Lake was a popular spot to hang out all weekend. The project was just recently completed and had rave reviews. BELOW: Centuria sisters MacKenzie, 10, Madison, 5, and Marissa, 3, showed off their freshly painted face art on Saturday, June 30. – Photos by Greg Marsten

Balsam Lake

ABOVE: Osceola, 2, and older brother Tecumseh Farlander, 4, couldn’t wait to enjoy their root beer floats from the Polk County Museum on Saturday, June 30. BELOW: Don’t ever let it be said that Catholics, Lutherans and chamber of commerce members can’t work together. They proved they can on Saturday downtown, selling beverages, tickets, cookbooks and more, while seeming to have a great time.

JULY 4, 2012 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NORTHERN CURRENTS, SECTION B - PAGE 13

Osceola and Dresser; feeding those in need by Arianna Schultz Interfaith Caregivers, Intern In our little county where it’s traditional for people to help their neighbors, Interfaith Caregivers has many volunteers that help their neighbors by giving them access to the nutrition they need. Sometimes it’s by taking someone to the grocery store; sometimes it’s by picking up commodities to deliver to a neighbor in need. Dick, a longtime Interfaith volunteer, picks up commodities from the Osceola food shelf and delivers them to six of his neighbors homes every month. He spends an hour and drives a 20-mile route to bring them the food they need. No matter the conditions, the communities of Osceola and Dresser take it upon themselves to support the distressed people in their community. Roseanne Anderson, the manager of the nonprofit food shelf in Osceola, opened The Open Cupboard in early 1993. Since then, many changes have been made to enhance the organization to assist the needy. Having some personal understanding of the unfortunate circum-

Polk County

Interfaith Caregivers stances some families and adults face, Anderson strives to aid those in her community. The Open Cupboard is a unique place off of Second Street in Osceola. Not only does it provide help and food commodities for those who are in need, The Open Cupboard offers other necessary resources. Other gifts have been made to The Open Cupboard such as blankets, pots and pans, clothing, common household items and much more. There are many necessities in life. Although we may overlook a few common requirements, Anderson has not. Anderson has taken it upon herself through The Open Cupboard to go above and beyond just the bare necessities. Besides offering household items, clothing, nonperishable foods and Christmas packages, Anderson started filling backpacks for the children in the Osceola and Dresser schools. The Open Cupboard picks up the lists of mandatory items for each classroom and then

shops for the specific supplies each teacher requires. Anderson believes “Each kid should have the opportunity to get the supplies they need. I just take out some money (from the operating budget) and make it happen.” It’s a tough process, but Anderson gladly donates her time to better the children’s education; a mere steppingstone for our community. Food pantries have long been a part of the Osceola and Dresser communities, but just recently, Dresser has a new food ministry. Now, instead of having to rely on one nonprofit food source, the residents of the Osceola/Dresser community have two. Wilma, another Interfaith volunteer, drives a couple of her neighbors to Dresser to pick up food and other supplies from a new food ministry called People Loving People. Different from a food shelf, this food ministry has no qualification limits. Managed by Gwen Anderson, this ministry serves anyone in Polk County who has a need for food. Gwen and her staff drive eight times a week to different grocery markets to pick up fresh produce. Aside from offering fresh produce, bread and other fresh necessities, Anderson offers gluten-free substitutes for her cus-

tomers. This nonprofit food ministry is opened six days a week and serves around 40-50 customers by noon. There are no income requirements, no limitations, only honesty and a mandatory sign-in sheet before you enter. When in need, the people of Polk County turn to their neighbors, family and friends. Yet, the Osceola and Dresser communities have come together to help their neighbors flourish. One kind act started a flame, and this flame has erupted into a wildfire. It not only inspired others to think about their neighbors, but it instigated a program to provide help for their community. Interfaith Caregivers serves seniors and adults with disabilities and chronic conditions. If you or someone you know needs help getting food, or needs help with rides, visits or other services to live independently at home, call us at 715485-9500. Or if you are interested in volunteering, see our Web site at www.interfaithpolk.org for volunteer opportunities. Arianna Schultz is a journalism student from UW-River Falls. She has joined Interfaith Caregivers as a summer intern who will be helping us capture the rich personal stories of Polk County residents.

Follow the Leader

Borderline news Every member of the East Pine County Wanderers always enjoys the meetings that are held every June at the home of Patrice Winfield in Duxbury. Patrice built her lovely home herself a few years ago and this year she finally has the horses she has dreamed of having for so long. It was good also to welcome summer members Rosie and Jim Yackel and Mary Mosser back to the group. Mary furnished the birthday cake and door prize. Dave Drake once again was the lucky winner of the pitcher and gaily colored drinking glasses. June birthdays are Sharon Proffit and Fran Levings. A 65th wedding anniversary party will be given for Mert and Gordy Peschong at the Hillside Inn on July 14. Congratulations, Mert and Gordy! Pastor Andy was ordained Thursday at the district conference in Hayward. Open house was held at the Woodland Church in the Town of Blaine on Sunday, July 1. Lucas Kinblom, along with dog Cookie, came to spend nine days with grandparents Ron and Sharon Proffit. On Wednesday, Jennifer, Marcus and Morgan Kinblom arrived. All were invited to Natalie Flagstad’s home on Devils Lake in Webster to enjoy the day swimming, and a great picnic. The Kinbloms also enjoyed Friday at Lake 26 Resort, near Danbury. They returned home on Saturday to Elk Mound.

564414 46L

Bob Brewster

PAGE 14 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NORTHERN CURRENTS, SECTION B - JULY 4, 2012

Luck FFA wins state FFA Wildlife Career Development Award MADISON – The Luck FFA Chapter was named the 2012 state FFA Wildlife Career Development winner on Wednesday, June 13. Team members include: Brandon Holdt, Karsten Peterson, Colton Branville and Austin Holdt. Tom Wesle is their advisor. The top individual is Cody Kluth of the Clintonville FFA. The objective of the wildlife contest is for FFA members to test their knowledge of wildlife, environment, habitat requirements and legal regulations. Students identify wildlife pelts, mounts, tracks and equiptment. A written exam is also administered to test students understanding of hunting/fishing regulations and wildlife knowledge. The state sponsor for this event is the Wisconsin FFA Foundation Annual Fund. The Wisconsin FFA Convention celebrates the accomplishments of the students, advisors and supporters. It hosts over 3,000 members, advisors and guests,

Luck Future Farmers of America members were recently named the winner of the 2012 state FFA Wildlife Career Development Award. Shown (L to R) are advisor Tom Wesle, Gabrielle Groh, Isaiah Tretsven, Krystal Zuniga, Summer Johnson and Kelly Johnson. - Photo submitted

representing 250 local agricultural education programs. This year’s convention was held June 11 to 14 at the Alliant Energy Center Exhibition Hall in Madison. The Wisconsin Association of FFA is a leading student organization due to the efforts of more than 18,000 students across the state. With a focus on premier leadership, personal growth and career success, students FFA activities complement agricultural classroom instruction by giving them an opportunity to apply their skills and knowledge while gaining real-world experience. These activities are dependent on donor funding through the Wisconsin FFA Foundation. For more information about Wisconsin FFA and the Wisconsin FFA Foundation visit wisconsinffa.org or wisconsinffafoundation.org, become a fan of Wisconsin FFA Foundation on Facebook, or call 715-659-4807. - submitted

Festival’s featured artist - Anna Lewein Anna Lewein has returned for her second summer at Festival Theatre. Last year she performed multiple roles in “Once Upon a Mattress,” as Mrs. Mayor in “Seussical,” and Iris in the original devised theater work, “Warmth of Place.” This summer things are just as busy at Festival with Lewein performing in “Man of La Mancha,” “Voice of the Prairie” and as a key player in both Sew Good Improv on Friday nights and this year’s original devised theater production. “Man of La Mancha,” which opened on June 21, has audiences delighting in Lewein’s versatility. Once moment she is a hopeless prisoner, almost animallike, the next she is the stern wife of an innkeeper, and on a dime she again changes to become a withered old housekeeper. Lewein transforms so completely and so easily, it will come as no surprise that in “Voice of

the Prairie,” she takes on ancommunity recreation deother handful of distinctive partment called Musical characters and voices. Theater. “I had no idea “Anna does such nice charwhat it was about, but it acter work as an actor. She sure was fun,” said Lewein, can play very simple, renot a surprising reaction served and contained chargiven the career she has deacters. She can also play cided to pursue. large, physical, strange, After graduating from unique characters as easily. Nathan Hale High School in She makes it all look very 2009, with cords for Internasimple and very natural,” tional Thespian Society, said Jaclyn Johnson, associchorus, and for being in the ate artistic director of Festitop 25 percent of her class, val Theatre. She went on, "It Lewein attended the Uniis fun to have a season that versity of Minnesota-Twin Anna Lewein invites an actor to show off Cities, where she earned a and stretch their range from Bachelor of Arts in theater night to night!” arts this year. Some of the favorite roles Lewein is originally from Wisconsin. she’s played are Comrade O’Brien in She grew up in West Allis, a suburb of Mil- "1984"; Poppy in "Noises Off"; Elecwaukee. Her earliest performance art ac- tra/Fury in "Gentle Blood; a Creative Coltivity was taking a class through the laboration" and performing “Fur is Back,”

a monologue by Eve Ensler for “A Memory, a Monologue, a Rant and a Prayer.” “Watching Anna perform is sheer fun. She is captivatingly invested in her roles and her dedication and energy are contagious. She boosts the spirit of her peers, fully engages audience members, and she’s got a phenomenal work ethic,” said Danette Olsen, executive director. “She reminds me of the courageous Commedia performers! We are proud to welcome Anna back this summer after a set of great performances last year.” Lewein is on stage in “Man of La Mancha,” now through Aug. 18, and in “Voice of the Prairie,” which opens Saturday, July 7, and runs through Sunday, Aug. 26. In addition, Lewein will show off her spontaneous side with Sew Good Improv starting Friday, July 6.

Free summer youth art program continues in July

she will help children find the connection between art and literature. “In the first session this Friday, I’ll be using the work of Eric Carle who wrote "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" "The Very Busy Spider" and other titles, and the kids will create a collage.” Steffen will continue the theme, teaching a watercolor technique, origami (paperfolding), line drawing and painting while exploring castles, fairy tales, Rosemary Wells’ "Yoko’s Paper Cranes" and "Ahoy Matey" sailboats. The classes are free. Parents can sign their children up at the Larsen library by Wednesday of each week. Class size is limited to 15. Steffen asks for advance sign-up so she’ll know how many supplies she needs. Children can participate in one or all of the sessions, and will need to be 389 State Road 70 signed up each week. Grantsburg, WI For additional information, contact Steffen by 715-463-2994 phone, 715-919-1943, or via e-mail, susansteffen@gmail.com.

The Leader

564250 46L

Mon., Wed., Fri. & Sat. (715) 635-6969 214 Spruce St. Spooner, WI Turtle Lake Office (Hwy. 8 & 63N) Tuesday and Thursday (715) 986-4600 www.LauritsenChiropractic.com

564252 46L

LAURITSEN CHIROPRACTIC OFFICE

sure to art for young children is extremely important for their positive development. “In school everything is black or white, right or wrong. In art, there is no right or wrong. Youth who are not good students, yet have talent in creative expression, feel successful,” she notes. Continuing, she explains, “Being in a rural area, students are not exposed to the arts like the children who live in metropolitan areas. There are statistics that scientifically correlate youth exposure to art with success in school and life.” In the four Friday sessions, Steffen says

THANKS FROM THE NEIL MCKENZIE FAMILY

Ninety kids had a fun day fishing June 16, 2012, with the kind support of the Lagoon and Deer Lake Associations, sponsors, donors and volunteers. Thank you to: • Arrow Marine, Terry Peer • Ellen’s Blacksmith Shop • Monty’s Sportsman’s • Bauer Bros. Salvage • Fawn-Doe-Rosa Haven • Bernick’s Pepsi • Forster Septic Services • Rhett & Julie Neuman • Cabela’s • Fred Jrs. MN Wholesale • Noah Insurance, Mike • Rich & Patty Coan Tires Evans • Gary & Linda Coleman • Frederic Design and • Polk County Bassers • Wayne Coleman Promotion, Betty Knutson • Polk County Recycling • The Copy Shop • Scott Hansen • Polk County Tavern League • Tom Green Construction • Lagoon Association • Rack’em Up Taxidermy, • Emory Giles • Joe Mattson Chad Daniels • Dave & Neva Larson • Kassel Tap • Dan & Sue Schmitt • Wisconsin DNR • Ken McKenzie & Hedy • Verizon • Deer Lake Association • Lucky Baits • Wal-Mart • Don & Melanie Hoag • MarketPlace Foods • Sue Wolter We thank each of you...the pontoon and boat owners, drivers and guides, fish weighers, food preparers, groundskeepers, registrars and tent and table handlers. A special thanks to the originators of this event, Dave and Ann Hraychuck, Denny & Linda = O’Donnell, John Boyer; and to the Polk County Sportsmen’s Club for its co-sponsorship. It is a nice tribute to Neil for his love and respect of the outdoors and his belief that kids need to keep fishin’ and huntin’ and...tellin’ their stories. Keep Kids Fishin’! Joyce, Kelly and the Clan 564180 35dp 46Lp

Want A Brighter Smile? Receive a FREE Electric Toothbrush!

New patients 10 years Of age & up, at their new Patient appointment Which includes: New Patients Welcome! • Examination • Cleaning • X-rays Crowns • Bridges Will receive a FREE Partials • Dentures Electric Toothbrush! Fillings • Extractions Root Canals We now have DIGITAL X-RAYS (very low exposure to X-Ray & no waiting for developing) OPEN EVERY OTHER Emergency patients call before MONDAY ‘TIL 8 P.M. 10 a.m. for same day appointment

Gary Kaefer, D.D.S. Family Dentistry Webster Office

715-866-4204

551820 18Ltfc 8a,btfc

Grantsburg Office

715-463-2882

CHARLES E. LEWIS DAYS TRACTOR SHOW Fri., Sat. & Sun., Aug. 10, 11 & 12

563975 45-46L 35-36a

Nexen Community Room of the Larsen Family Public Library in Webster. KidCreate is the brainchild of Susan Steffen, a Danbury resident who has taught many art techniques, most recently for Webster summer school and for the After 3 arts program at Webster Elementary School. She is currently working on her elementary education licensure through the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. Steffen, a photographer who holds a Bachelor of Fine Family Practice Arts from the University of MOST INSURANCE ACCEPTED Minnesota, believes expo-

by Harriet Rice Special to the Leader WEBSTER - A free summer arts program called KidsCreate, geared toward kindergarten- through sixth-grade children, is under way Friday, July 6, and continues three more Fridays, July 13, 20 and 27, from 10 -11:30 a.m. Sessions are held in the

Across The Street From The Lewis Methodist Church All Kinds & Types Welcome Antiques To New Contact Robert Nelson

386-793-2216

JULY 4, 2012 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NORTHERN CURRENTS, SECTION B - PAGE 15

OBITUARIES/CHURCH NEWS

Julie Ann Elliott-Vanasse

Merrill Edward Paulson

Julie Ann Elliott-Vanasse, 42, resident of Milltown, died Friday, June 29, 2012. It is with deep sadness that Julie lost her battle with cancer. She fought valiantly and with grace for nearly 2-1/2 years. Julie was born Oct. 25, 1969, in Sandstone, Minn., to Melvin Sr. and Eleanor (Burson) Elliott. She was raised on the family farm where she brought home every stray animal that wandered by. She graduated from Sandstone High School in 1988. In high school, she played volleyball and was active in many school programs. She attended St. Cloud University for one year and was a lifelong learner with many courses that she attended through the years. She married Todd Picton, and to this union son Matthew was born. She married Jason Vanasse in Oct. 1, 2005, and to this union, son Logan was born. Her two boys were the light of her life, and she made sure that they were well taken care of. She was employed by the Wilder Foundation’s St. Croix Girls Camp for many years and enjoyed helping the young adults she worked with. She was also employed by Hillside Inn and Cozy Corner Inn as a bartender for several years. Her most recent employment was at the Wal-Mart in St. Croix Falls and unfortunately was forced by the cancer to leave that employment. Julie always had a ready smile for everyone and she enjoyed being around her family and friends. She coined the phrase “that’s lovely,” and she could never pass up a good bowl of ice cream. She enjoyed vegetable and flower gardening and the peace and serenity that it brought her. Julie was preceded in death by her beloved mother, Eleanor; her grandparents on both sides; Aunt Judy; Uncle Gene; mother-in-law, Marlys Vanasse and fatherin-law, Lenard Vanasse. Julie is survived by and will be deeply missed by her husband, Jason; sons, Matthew and Logan; father, Melvin Sr.; brothers, Mel Jr. (Jan), Willy (Peg) and Todd (Vicki); nieces and nephews; brother-in-law, Pete (Terry); sistersin-law, Julie (Roy) and Amy (Scott); special friend and caregiver, Pam Ellwein; and many other family and friends. Services will be held Saturday, July 7, at the Markville Lutheran Church in Markville, Minn., at 10 a.m., visitation at this service will begin at 9 a.m. A visitation will also be held on Friday, July 6, from 3 – 7 p.m., at the Rowe Funeral Home in Luck. The family cannot express gratitude enough for their love and support through this difficult time. Julie’s suffering is now over and she is at peace. Online condolences may be left at rowefh.com or wicremationcenter.com. Please continue to check the Web sites for updated information or call Bruce Rowe at 715-472-2444. Rowe Funeral Home of Luck has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.

Merrill Edward Paulson, 75, Balsam Lake, passed away on Tuesday, June 26, 2012, at the St. Croix Regional Medical Center, with his loving family at his side. Merrill was born on Jan. 2, 1937, in Balsam Lake, the son of Marvin and Mildred (Peterson) Paulson. At a young age, his family moved to Minneapolis, where he attended elementary and high school. In 1955, he enlisted in the United States Army and was stationed in Louisiana. He was united in marriage to Kathleen (Kae) Dahlberg. To this union three sons were born. In 1988, he was married to Laurie A. Lissick, and they resided in Balsam Lake until his death. Merrill was a true die-hard Vikings fan and he loved bantering with Packer fans. He also loved teasing Swedes, claiming to be a Norwegian, but deep down he must have liked them having been married to two of them. He loved fishing, waterskiing with his boys, bike trips and NASCAR. He completely built a three-wheel motorcycle that was his “baby.” Neither dust nor dirt could touch his baby. It was feather dusted every few days. He loved working with wood and built their present house and garage. In the house he built a 14-foot floor to ceiling china cabinet for all of Laurie’s dish collections. He loved snowmobiling, tinkering with motors and cars. In his later years, the one thing he really missed was dancing. He was an excellent dancer and rarely sat out a song. He was retired from NW Electric in 2000 as a line foreman. Merrill leaves to celebrate his memory: his wife, Laurie Paulson of Balsam Lake; sons, Chris Paulson of St. Cloud, Minn., Gerry Paulson of Luck and Jack Paulson of Faribault, Minn.; grandchildren, Jackie (Kris) Kremer, Corbin (Brie) Webster, Christopher Paulson, Rayni Paulson and Devin Paulson; eight great-grandchildren; stepchildren, Scott Lissick of East Bethel, Minn., Teresa (Tom) Christensen of Osceola, Marie Cress of Deer Park; step-grandchildren, Tyler Sahr, Ashley Lissick, Ellie Tibideau, Abbie Tibideau, Joe Tibideau, Kayli Christensen, Lyssa Christensen, Brody Lissick-Bibeau and Brad Harer; sisters, Marlys McFerran and Mary Paulson; brothers, Myron Paulson and Carl Holsather; and other loving family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mildred and Marvin; and his brother, Marvin. A Celebration of Merrill’s Life was held on Monday, July 2, at the Kolstad Family Funeral Home in Centuria. To express online condolences, please visit kolstadfamilyfuneralhome.com. The Kolstad Family Funeral Home of Centuria has been entrusted with arrangements.

Sally Bair

Oops! I accidentally sent the same devotional article twice, that is why this article didn’t run in last week’s paper. That’s not the first mistake I’ve made this week. I chalk it up to brain overload, resulting in poor organization and forgetfulness. We all make mistakes. And we usually excuse ourselves in some manner or form. Sometimes, though, we whip ourselves with slashing words such as, “How dumb could I be?” Or, “Dad always told me I was stupid. Guess I proved him right.” Or, “How can anyone like me after such a stupid mistake?” Perhaps some of you readers were disappointed at having to read my same column twice—or not at all. I didn’t mean for it to happen. Some of our mistakes, however, can be costly. When we lie or renege on a promise, we can lose the trust of someone. When we break a promise to eat properly, we may risk our health. When we let our temper run amok or speak thoughtlessly, we may lose a friendship. Some people constantly excuse themselves from their mistakes. They often blame others, including God. And some of us look at the mistakes of others as character weaknesses. I’m guilty of that at times, and glad I’m not God, or they’d get their come-uppance, that’s for sure. I have to keep reminding myself that the speck in their eye is nothing compared to the log in my own. God, being holy yet patient, promises to remove our mistakes, sins, shortcomings or whatever we want to call them. “As far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us.” (Psalm 103:12) We need only to ask for his forgiveness and his help in avoiding them in the future. Another thing about God. He doesn’t want us to tear out our hair or walk on hot coals because of our mistakes. Self-condemnation shouldn’t be in the Christian’s vocabulary. “There is therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus, who do not walk according to the flesh, but according to the Spirit.” (Romans 12:1) Mistakes can be serious. We must not treat them lightly, but we don’t want to dwell on those we make accidentally. God knows we aren’t perfect. The mistakes we make from our bad choices, however, sometimes willfully, are more serious. Even then, God, through Christ, will not only forgive us when we ask humbly, he will also give us power and strength to avoid making more mistakes. Then we can live with freedom from regret, recrimination and anxiety. Lord, thank you for your forgiveness. Help us to be forgiving and nonjudgmental of the mistakes of others. In Jesus’ name, amen. Bair may be reached at sallybair@gmail.com.

God looked around his garden and found an empty place. Then He looked down upon this earth and saw your tired face. He knew that you were suffering; He knew you were in pain. He knew that you would never get well, upon His earth again. He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest. God’s Garden must be beautiful, for He only takes the best.

We Turn Feelings Into Flowers

Wayne, Larry, Carolyn & Families 564459 46Lp

Certain Times In Life Require A Personal Touch

BALSAM LAKE

916 Badger Drive Balsam Lake, WI 54810

715-485-3131 888-374-8894

“Worldwide Delivery”

Jack Swedberg, Monument & Marker Sales Patrick L. Taylor, Owner, Director Dennis W. Christianson, Director

We can help with

• Prearrangements • Traditional Services • On-Site Crematory • Cemetery Monuments • Online obituaries can be seen at Swedberg-Taylor.com

Swedberg Taylor Family Funeral Homes and Crematory Grantsburg: 715-463-6700 Siren: 715-349-4800 Webster: 715-866-7131

563863 35a 46L

or visit us online at floralandgardenpros.com EXPERTS IN THE ART OF EXPRESSION®

In Memory Of

Robb Alan Mothes

The last words we heard from you were, “I love you Mom & tell Dad I love him, too.” That was 7 years ago, July 10, 2005. We know that LOVE is the answer and covers all. We miss you. Rudy & Ruth Mothes, Nicole Mothes, Alanis & Curtis Sutherland, Ranã Van Norman, John & Evan, Reno Mothes, Bria, Anya & Joren

564251 46L

Ann M. “Gaagabiikwe” Oiyotte, 77, Hertel, died June 24, 2012 at her home. Ann was born on Nov. 22, 1934, in the Town of Sand Lake to Joseph and Mary Oiyotte. Ann attended LCO College, where she received an associate in arts. To continue and further her education, she attended the University of River Falls. Ann started her career working at Western Union as a telephone operator in Chicago, Ill. While in Chicago, she also had a job working at the U.S. Postal Service. Ann later worked at the tribal center as telephone operator. She was the foster grandparent coordinator for 12 years at the Great Lakes Tribal Council and was a foster grandparent herself. She was an active lady who was also involved with something like the election board, the housing board, powwow board and the education board for the tribal center. In her free time, she enjoyed traveling, getting away to Las Vegas for short trips and going to the local casinos as well. Ann also enjoyed bowling and loved spending time with her children. She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, John Oiyotte; and sister, Angeline Oiyotte Johnson. She is survived by her son, Keith Oiyotte; foster son, Jason Belisle; her sisters, Harriet LaSarge, Doris Emery, Beverly Oustigoff and Francis Decorah; along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held Wednesday, June 27, at the Hertel Tribal Center in Hertel with Tony Troyer and Melvin Eagle officiating. Interment followed at the Sand Lake Cemetery. Casket bearers were Bruce Taylor, Rick Benjamin, Al Oustigoff, Leva Oustigoff Jr., Robert Oiyotte and Neil Oustigoff. Online condolences can be made at swedberg-taylor.com. The Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home, Webster, was entrusted with arrangements.

Lucille Melin

March 26, 1923 - July 6, 2007

Perspectives

564249 46Lp

Ann M. Oiyotte

In Loving Memory Of

Eternal

PAGE 16 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NORTHERN CURRENTS, SECTION B - JULY 4, 2012

CHURCH NEWS

Woman unsure if she has a future with younger man Q: I’m dating a man who is five years younger than I am. He’s very mature and seems to have a grasp on where he’s going in life. I believe he’s more mature than some men in their 30s. I’m reluctant to get too involved because of his age. Should I continue to pursue our relationship, or will his age be an issue as we get older? Juli: As you get older, an age difference like the five years between you becomes less and less important. As you mentioned, maturity is far more critical than age. Maturity is gained not just by how long a person has lived, but by their experiences, character and upbringing. There are certainly some 20-year-old men who are more mature than 30-year-olds. As your relationship progresses, take your time to evaluate whether or not this younger man has true maturity. Here are a few ways to identify this: • Integrity. Is he a person of his word on little things and big things? Is he trustworthy? • Responsibility. This means more than just showing up for work on time. It means the willingness to take responsibility for his own choices and actions

Jim Daly

Focus on the Family

Juli Slattery

rather than blaming others or avoiding consequences. • Delayed gratification. Is he willing to experience discomfort today so that he can have a greater future benefit? For example, does he resist buying something on credit so that he doesn’t go into debt? • Willingness to grow. One of the most important characteristics of the person you marry is whether or not he’s open to learning and changing. When confronted with a shortcoming, is he defensive or does he want to know how to improve? One more note as you evaluate the maturity of this younger man: Remember to keep striving toward maturity in your own character. ••• Q: My husband recently returned from a two-year deployment, and he’s a different person. He’s verbally abusive toward me and our kids, and there have even been threats of physical violence. He’s likely suffering from PTSD, but I’m nervous to suggest that he seek

help. Jim: I’m sorry to learn of your difficult situation. Unfortunately, mental health professionals report that many combat veterans return home and find it difficult to share their emotional pain, assuming that only those who’ve actually engaged in combat can understand their internal struggles. They bury their emotions inside, and sometimes those feelings rise to the surface in the form of domestic abuse. To put it bluntly, post-traumatic stress disorder may explain your husband’s behavior, but it does not excuse it, especially when the emotional and physical safety of your family may be at stake. It’s vital that your husband receive professional help as soon as possible. According to our counseling team at Focus on the Family, abusive behavior isn’t the only potential problem associated with PTSD. Deep psychological pain can express itself in the shape of flashbacks, nightmares, and physical or psychosomatic symptoms. It’s possible that some of the issues he’s dealing with can be effectively treated with medication. Where your own safety is concerned, you need to be prepared to take decisive action. If your husband becomes physically violent, call 911. If it’s a question of emotional oppression and verbal putdowns, let him know that this behavior

is unacceptable and insist that he seek professional assistance. If he refuses, or if you’re afraid of jeopardizing his career by reporting him, find out what options are available to servicemen in his situation. Because PTSD is so prevalent, the military is now providing private, confidential counseling for those struggling with the fallout of combat service. ••• 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.

Brought to you by:

Siren/Lewis United Methodist Churches Siren, Wis.

Lewis, Wis.

Confi firrmands at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church On May 27 Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Webster celebrated the confirmation of two young people. From (L to R) are Haley Peterson, Pastor Gerald Heinecke and John Wagner. - Photo submitted

Church listings sponsored by the following area businesses: BREMER BANK, N.A. Full-Service Banking Member FDIC Frederic - Danbury - Siren

DAEFFLER’S QUALITY MEATS, INC. Wholesale & Retail Meats Custom Butchering & Processing Phone 715-327-4456

INTER-COUNTY CO-OP 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

Duane Lindh

HAULING

• Gravel • Sand • Rock • Top Soil • Trackhoe 715-472-2717 Mobile 715-491-1861 1065 290th Ave. Frederic, Wis.

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

WEBSTER

LUCK

CUSHING

CASHCO BUILDING SUPPLIES

VAN METER’S MEATS

CUSHING COOPERATIVE SOCIETY

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

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

Feed Mill - Grain Dept. Cushing, Wis. 715-648-5215

WILD RIVER FLAGS Jerry & Pat Willits 2815 285th Ave. Sterling Township St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 715-488-2729

Hwy. 35 North Webster, Wis. Phone 715-866-4157 M.P.R.S. #03059

SWEDBERG-TAYLOR FUNERAL HOME Webster, Wis. Phone 715-866-7131

SIREN

Churches 1/12

FREDERIC

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

Any area business wishing to help sponsor the church listings should contact the Leader at 715-327-4236.

JULY 4, 2012 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NORTHERN CURRENTS, SECTION B - PAGE 17

Church 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

WORD OF LIFE CHURCH

Meeting in homes. Elder: Cliff Bjork, 715-755-3048 Sun. Fellowship - 10 a.m.; Wed. 7 p.m. LUTHERAN

LUTHERAN

BALSAM LUTHERAN CHURCH

1115 Mains Crossing, 1/2 Mile South Hwy. 8 On 110th St.; Sun. Worship 9 a.m.; Sun. School 10:15 a.m.

BEAUTIFUL SAVIOR LUTHERAN (WELS)

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.

MILLTOWN LUTHERAN

113 W. Main St.. W., Phone 715-825-2453 Pastor Nanette Hagen-Hinck 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship (begins May 27)

NEW HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH

Pastor Emory Johnson, 715-463-5700 www.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” Sun. Wor. - 9:15 a.m.; Wed. Wor. 6:30 p.m. Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays

OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN, (LCMS) WEBSTER

Pastor Gerald Heinecke Church Phone 715-866-7191 Sun. Schl. - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Wor. - 10:30 a.m. Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays www.facebook/OurRedeemerWebster

PEACE LUTHERAN - DRESSER (ELCA)

2355 Clark Road, Dresser, WI, 715-755-2515 Web site: plcdresser.org Pastor Wayne Deloach, Intern Melissa Carmack Sun. Wor. 9 a.m., Wed. Wor. 7 p.m.

PILGRIM LUTHERAN - FREDERIC (ELCA)

Pastor Jay Ticknor, 715-463-5746 3 miles So. of Grantsburg on Hwy. 87 Sun. Schl. - 9:30 a.m.; Worship - 11 a.m.

Interim Pastor Andrew Hinwood 507 Wisconsin Ave. N., 715-327-8012 Sun. Worship - 10:.30 a.m. Holy Communion 1st & 2nd Sundays www.pilgrimlutheranfrederic.org

BETHANY LUTHERAN - SIREN

REDEEMER EV. LUTHERAN

BETHANY LUTHERAN - BRANSTAD

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.

(Wisconsin Synod) Pastor Gene DeVries 200 N. Adams St., St. Croix Falls Sun. Wor. - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - 8:30 a.m.

BETHESDA LUTHERAN - DRESSER (LCMC) www.bethesdalutheran.ws

350 Michigan Ave., Centuria Sun. Worship - 10:45 a.m.; Sun. School - 10 a.m.

Pastor Peter Rimmereid, 715-755-2562 1947 110th Ave., Dresser Sunday Contemporary Service 8:30 a.m.; Sunday Traditional Service 10 a.m.; Outdoor Serv. 6/24, 7/29 & 8/26, 10 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, 8:30 a.m. Adult Bible Study; 9:30 a.m. Worship; 10:30 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. www.christlutheranpipelake.com

CLAM FALLS LUTHERAN (AALC)

Pastor Gary Rokenbrodt - 715-653-2630; 715-327-4461 www.clamfalls-zion-aalcparish.net Worship 10:15 a.m.; Sunday School 9 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

Pastor Victor St. George, 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.

FIRST LUTHERAN - CUSHING

Pastor Dorothy Sandahl, 715-648-5323 or 715-648-5324 Sun. Wor. 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9 a.m.

FRISTAD LUTHERAN - CENTURIA

ELCA - 501 Hwy. 35, 715-646-2357, Mel Rau, Pastor Sun. Wor. & Holy Communion - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - 10:40 a.m.

GEORGETOWN LUTHERAN - ELCA

Rt. 1, Balsam Lake, WI (Fox Creek) Pastor Neal Weltzen; GT Office - 715-857-5580, Parsonage - 715-822-3001, TR Office - 715-822-3001 Wors. Serv. 10:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9:15 a.m.; Holy Communion - 1st Sun. of each month

GRACE LUTHERAN - WEST SWEDEN

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 Sat. Worship 7 p.m.; Sun. Worship 9 a.m.

LAKETOWN LUTHERAN - CUSHING

Pastor Dorothy Sandahl 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 (June- Aug.) Sun. Wor. 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9 a.m. Mon. Wor. 6:30 p.m.

ST. JOHN’S EV. LUTHERAN (Wis. Synod) 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

METHODIST

ATLAS UNITED METHODIST

Pastor Carolyn Saunders, 715-463-2624 Sunday School - 11 a.m.; Worship - 11 a.m.

DANBURY UNITED METHODIST

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC

Pastor Carolyn Saunders, 715-463-2624 Worship - 9 a.m.; Sunday School - 10:30 a.m. Cindy Glocke, Pastor, 715-866-8646 Sunday Worship - 9 a.m.

GRACE UNITED - WEBSTER

Cindy Glocke, Pastor, 715-866-8646 Sunday Worship - 10:30 a.m.

HOLY TRINITY UNITED METHODIST Holytrinity@wisconsinumc.org 1606 165th Ave., CTH I, Centuria Pastor Freddie Kirk, 715-485-3363 Pastor Tammy Clausen Sunday Worship - 8:30 a.m.

LAKEVIEW UNITED - HERTEL

Pastor Jack Starr Wor. - 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - during worship hour

LEWIS MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST Tom Cook, Pastor Worship 8:45 a.m.; Sunday Schl. 10 a.m.

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

Rev. Rexford D. Brandt 447 180th St., Osceola, 715-294-2936 Sunday Worship 9 a.m.

YELLOW LAKE LUTHERAN

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

ZION LUTHERAN - BONE LAKE (LCMC)

5 miles E. of Frederic on W, 2 miles south on I; Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:30 a.m. Communion - 1st Sunday

ZION LUTHERAN - EAST FARMINGTON (WELS ) Pastor Martin Weigand - 715-294-3489 Sunday Worship 8 & 10 a.m.; Thursday Worship 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

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN

Rev. Bruce Brooks - 715-483-3550 719 Nevada St. , (between Simonson & Tower Roads) , St. Croix Falls Worship - 10 a.m. (Nursery provided) Sun. Schl. - Child.- 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - Adults 8:45 a.m.; Communion 1st Sunday

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC

Rev. Thomas E. Thompson, 255 E. 10th Ave., Osceola, 715-294-2243 Masses: Sun. 10:30 a.m., Tues. 5 p.m. Thurs. at 10 a.m. at Osc. Nursing Home ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLY

CENTURIA ASSEMBLY OF GOD

Pastor Don Wiltshire, 715-640-6400 Centuria - Phone 715-646-2172 Sunday Service: 10 a.m.

OSCEOLA COMMUNITY CHURCH

Pastor Annie Tricker Sun. Worship 11 a.m.; Sun. School 11 a.m. Potluck dinner 1st Sunday

OSCEOLA UNITED METHODIST

SIREN ASSEMBLY OF GOD

oumc@centurytel.net 306 River Street, Osceola, 715-755-2275 Pastor Mark Gilbert Adult Class - 8:30 a.m.; Sunday School 10 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

Pastor Arveda “Freddie” Kirk, 715-327-4436 Pastor Tammy Clausen Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

TAYLORS FALLS UNITED METHODIST

TRINITY LUTHERAN - FALUN

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.

Pastor Larry Mederich, 715-294-4332 www.occconnect.org Mtg. @ St. Croix Art Barn; Sun. Serv. - 9 a.m. Nursery and children church

McKINLEY UNITED METHODIST

TRINITY LUTHERAN - ELCA

Pastor Gerald Heinecke Home 715-327-8608; Church 715-866-7191 Sunday Worship Service - 8 a.m. Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays

ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST

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)

SIREN UNITED METHODIST

TRINITY LUTHERAN LCMS, DANBURY

Pastor Father Frank Wampach, 651-465-7345 25293 Redwing Ave., Shafer, MN Sunday 9 a.m.

CENTRAL UNITED METHODIST GRANTSBURG

(Missouri Synod) 140 Madison St. South, St. Croix Falls Pastor Mark K. Schoen Sun. Service - 9 a.m.; Sun.School - 10:30 a.m.

10 mi. W. of Cumberland on Hwy. 48 (McKinley) - Pastor Neal Weltzin GT Office 715-857-5580, Parsonage 715-8223001, TR Office - 715-822-3001 Wor. Serv. - 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - 10:15 a.m. Holy Communion - 1st Sunday

ST. FRANCIS XAVIER

Tom Cook, Pastor Sunday School 9 a.m. Worship - 10:15 a.m. (Nursery available) 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

Pastor Dave Guertin 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. Thomas E. Thompson, 715-247-3310 255 St. Hwy. 35, East Farmington Mass Friday 9 a.m.; Sacrament of Penance Sat. 3:30 p.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 & IMMACULATE CONCEPTION - GRANTSBURG CATHOLIC MASS SCHEDULE

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.

EVANGELICAL

APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY (EFCA)

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 Sun. Schl. - 9 a.m.; Morn. Worship - 10:15 a.m.; Nursery provided for all services Sat. Worship - 6 p.m., Luck Senior Center

HOPE EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH

Pastor Dave Williams 933 248th St., Osceola Morning Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday School Sept.-May 8:45 a.m. Children’s Church & Nursery provided

TRADE RIVER EVAN. 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

www.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; www.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

LIVING HOPE CHURCH

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.

TRADE LAKE BAPTIST

Pastor Merrill Olson, Interim Pastor 715-327-8402 Sun. Schl. - 9:15 a.m.; Wor. Serv. - 10:15 a.m.; Nursery provided.; www.tradelakebaptistchurch.org

CHURCH OF CHRIST

CHURCH OF CHRIST - WEBSTER

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. WESLEYAN

WESLEYAN

WOODLAND WESLEYAN

Dairyland - Rev. Andrea Wittwer 715-244-3649 Sunday School - 10 a.m.; Worship - 11 a.m.

FULL GOSPEL

WOOD RIVER CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP

Pastor Dan Slaikeu 4 mi. SE of Grantsburg on Williams Rd. Worship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m.

HOPE FELLOWSHIP OF SOMERSET

231 Bluff Drive, 715-247-2435 Services are Sundays at 10:30 a.m.

CHRISTIAN CENTER

EL SALEM/TWIN FALLS CHRISTIAN CENTER

1751 100th Ave., Dresser Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Morning Worship 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 Saturday Vespers - 5 p.m.; Sunday Liturgy - 9:30 a.m.

HOLY CROSS ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN Meeting at Zion Lutheran Church, 28005 Old Towne Rd., Chisago City, MN, www.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 Service 9 a.m.; Services: Sun. 10 a.m.; Sunday School during church service.

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

FIRST BAPTIST - FALUN

Interim Pastor Craig Jorgenson Sunday Worship 10 a.m.; Children’s Church: K to 6th Grade

FIRST BAPTIST - MILLTOWN

Meets at Dresser Elem. School, Dresser Pastor Tony Minell, 715-417-1982 Sunday Wor. 9:45 a.m.; Sunday Schl. 9:45 a.m.

Pastor Steve Ward Sunday School - (all ages) - 9:30 a.m. Church Serv. - 10:45 a.m. 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”

NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY

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 FRIENDS WOR. GROUP

715-733-0481 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

Pastor: Rev. Dennis M. Mullen, 715-327-8119 St. Dominic: Sat. 4:30 p.m.; Sun. 10:30 a.m. Immaculate Conception: Sat. 6:30 p.m.; Sun. 8:30 a.m. Call the office for daily & holy day Mass times

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.

RIVER VALLEY CHRISTIAN

ST. ANNE PARISH

GRACE BAPTIST - GRANTSBURG

“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.

Rev. Thomas E. Thompson, 715-247-3310 139 Church Hill Rd., Somerset Mass Sun. 8:30 a.m.; Wed. 9 a.m. Sacrament of Penance Sun. 8 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.

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

church directory

ADVENTIST

PAGE 18 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NORTHERN CURRENTS, SECTION B - JULY 4, 2012

THIS SPOT FOR SALE! Place a 25 word classi ed ad in 180 newspapers in Wisconsin for $300. Call 800-227-7636 or this newspaper.

CONSTRUCTION, REMODELING, WINDOWS

I & H Beams $3/ft. & up. NEWUSED & SURPLUS. Pipe-PlateChannel-Angle-Tube-ReBar-Gratin g-Expanded-ORNAMENTALSTAINLESS STEEL-ALUMINUM. 12 acres of usable items PAL STEEL Company Palmyra WI 262495-4453 (CNOW)

FOR SALE MISCELLANEOUS

SAWMILLS from only $3997.00 MAKE/ SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill- Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info/DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com 1-800578-1363 Ext.300N (CNOW)

HELP WANTED TRUCK DRIVER

Roehl Driver Training Center: America Needs Safe Professional Drivers! Develop the skills you need to become a driver today with RDTC’s 3 week Program to get your Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL) *Tuition Assistance Program *Minimal Out-of-pocket Costs *17 day Nationally Recognized Training Program. Call Today! 888-867-6347 Or nd out more about this great opportunity at Goroehl.com (CNOW)

ATTENTION CDL-A Drivers! Averitt is Hiring in Your Area. Great Bene ts & Hometime. 4 Months T/T Experience Required - Apply Now! 888-362-8608 Visit AVERITTcareers.com EOE (CNOW) Drivers - Steady Refrigerated and Dry Van freight. Daily or Weekly pay! Hometime Choices! Modern equipment, CDL-A, 3 months current OTR experience. 800-4149569 www.driveknight.com (CNOW) Drivers: Class A CDL Driver Training. Ask about our ZERO training cost when you enroll in classes the weeks of 07/02 or 07/09, with employment commitment. Experienced Drivers also Needed! Central Refrigerated (877) 369-7893 centraltruckdrivingjobs.com (CNOW) Drivers - OTR Positions. Up to 45 CPM. Regional runs available. 90% D&H. $1,000 - $1,200 Experienced Driver Sign On Bonus. deBoer Transportation 800-825-8511 www.deboertrans.com (CNOW)

MANUFACTURED HOMES

New 16x80 3 Bedroom 2 Bath with special limited time price from $39,900 including delivery anywhere in Wisconsin at Town & Country Housing. Bus. Hwy 53 between Eau Claire & Chippewa Falls (715) 834-1279 (CNOW)

HELP WANTED SKILLED TRADES

Contractor hiring following trades: Carpenters, Electricians, Welders, Millwrights, Iron Workers, Painters, Concrete Labor. Call for details. Milwaukee: 262-650-6610, Madison: 608-221-9799, Fox Valleys: 920-725-1386, Wausau: 715845-8300. (CNOW)

WANT ADS PUBLIC AUCTION: Monday, July 9, 2012, at 8:30 a.m. Balsam Lake Mini Storage, Balsam Lake, WI. 800236-3072. Personal effects, household goods & misc. items belonging to the following, Trista Greenwold, BA15. 45-46Lc PUBLIC AUCTION: Monday, July 9, 2012, at 1:45 p.m. Grantsburg Mini Storage, Grantsburg, WI. 800236-3072. Personal effects, household goods & misc. items belonging to the following, Sheila Todd, #22. 4546Lc TOTAL WOOD HEAT: Safe, clean, efficient and comfortable outdoor wood furnace from Central Boiler. Northwest Wisconsin Ent. 715635-8499. 46Lc

C & J MINI STORAGE

OPEN HOUSE P l e a s e J o i n U s I n C e l e b r a t i ng

B O B KO S H I O L ’ S B I R T H DAY On

S a t u r d ay, J u ly 1 4

S C F A m e r i c a n L eg i o n H a l l 564615 46Lp

F r o m 2 - 6 p. m . N o g i f t s, p l e a s e .

Milltown, WI

25.00 35.00 40.00 45.00 50.00 90.00

5x10................

$ 10x10.............. $ 10x16.............. $ 10x20.............. $ 10x24.............. $ 10x40..............

Call 1-800-919-1195 or 715-825-2335 & 715-646-2777 445914 eves. 9a,dtfc 20Ltfc 564285 35a 46L

MISCELLANEOUS

AT THE LODGE 24226 1st Ave. No. Siren, WI Local Movie Line 715-349-8888 timberstheatres.com

SHOW TIMES FOR TUES., JULY 3 THRU THURS., JULY 12

THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN Rated PG-13, 136 Minutes 1:00, 3:00, 5:00, 8:00 & 8:30 p.m.

Congratulations!

MADAGASCAR 3:

EUROPE’S MOST WANTED

John and Pam Klatt’s 25th Wedding Anniversary was on June 20

BRAVE

Rated PG, 100 Minutes. 1:00, 3:00, 5:00, 7:00 & 9:00 p.m.

TED

Rated R, 106 Minutes 1:00, 3:30, 6:00 & 8:30 p.m.

564469

Dr. Daniel C. Satterlund

AUSTIN LAKE GREENHOUSE & FLOWER SHOP

Family Eye Clinic Hours: Tues., Thurs., Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Phone (715) 472-2121 Eye health exams, glaucoma checks, foreign body removal, full line of street wear, safety and sport wear, contact lenses

OPTOMETRISTS

341 Keller Ave. N. • Amery, Wis.

Phone 715-268-2020 Daily: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home Webster, Wisconsin

“Distinctive Funeral Service”

Hwy. 35 & “FF,” Webster Flowers Phoned Anywhere

Robert L. Nelson New York Life Insurance Company Box 313 Luck, Wis. 54853 Phone

715-472-2502

NEW YORK LIFE

Call 715-866-7261

564625 46L

Let’s Thrive.®

Cris A. Moore, FICF, FIC Wealth Advisor

Joel L. Morgan, FIC

Assistant Financial Associate

Matt P. Bobick, FIC Financial Associate

201 Main St. S. • Luck, WI 54853

715-472-8107 office 800-500-2936 toll-free 22854A N1-07

200700115

Dr. Kendra Newman and Dr. Jill Armstrong provide routine care and surgery for all pets. We offer reduced rates on spay, neuter and vaccinations as well as heartworm testing. Our clinic is open 6 days a week. Surgerys are performed Monday thru Friday. Vaccine appointments are available daily as well as Saturdays.

Northwest Wisconsin

• Commercial Printing • Office Supplies • Daily UPS Pickup • Fax & Copy Service See us for all your printing needs.

INTER-COUNTY COOPERATIVE PUBLISHING ASSOCIATION

• Frederic, 715-327-4236 • Shell Lake, 715-468-2314 • Siren, 715-349-2560 • St. Croix Falls 715-483-9008

Visit The Leader’s Web Site: www.the-leader.net

WE ARE ANNOUNCING THE ADDITION OF DR. KENDRA NEWMAN TO OUR STAFF

7/12

Spay/Neuter and Wellness Clinic 949 STATE ROAD 46 • AMERY, WI 54001

715-268-6226 www.northwestwisconsinveterinary.com

563578 44-46L

Dr. T.L. Christopherson Dr. B.A. Christopherson

“Like us on Facebook for upcoming deals.”

• WEDDING BOUQUETS • FUNERAL DESIGNS • CUT FLOWERS • GIFTS • BALLOONS • BEDDING PLANTS • POTTED PLANTS • TUXEDO RENTAL BY SAVVI • ANTLER KING PRODUCTS

304 1st St. So., Luck, Wis.

Christopherson Eye Clinic

Like us on Facebook

46L 36a

All shows and show times before 6 p.m. $5.00. Shows and show times subject to change. Visit us on our Web site: www.timberstheatres.com

564584 46Lp

563515 34-35a,b,c 45-46r,L

They celebrated this special occasion with their family on an Alaskan cruise. We Love You! Mitchell, Brady, Jillian and Family

Rated PG, 93 Minutes 1:00 & 6:00 p.m.

JULY 4, 2012 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NORTHERN CURRENTS, SECTION B - PAGE 19

First Baptist Church holds first-annual carnival

What would a carnival be without face painting.? Stefanie Jannsen (R) is shown applying the needed paint.

20 12

Jess Peterson finds his way to the food tent at the first-annual carnival at First Baptist Church in Webster on Saturday, June 23. A pig was roasted for the carnival.

Photos submitted LEFT: Open wide! Here comes the sponge!

Anna and Eliza (L to R) pose in front of the slide at the carnival held at the Baptist church in Webster.

LEFT: What this game needs is a ball, and Missy Preston (R) just happens to have one. Games, balloons, prizes, petting zoo and a pig roast were all part of the carnvial festivities at the Baptist church in Webster on Saturday, June 23.

by Abby Ingalls Leader intern reporter SPRING GREEN - Luck resident and previous co-owner of Gallery 135 in St. Croix Falls Chrissy Mount-Kapp was awarded first prize for her original fine art paintings at the 43rd-annual Spring Green Arts and Crafts Fair. The fair took place in Spring Green June 23 and 24 and is an exhibition with 200 other competing artists. Mount-Kapp is a professional oil painter specializing in vintage and Americana themes. Passions for both portrait painting and history – particularly history related to the American Dream – created a collision of inspiration for her paintings.

Local artist wins first prize

Chrissy Mount-Kapp’s original painting “Incognito” was sold to private collectors from Chicago at the Spring Green Art Fair. - Photos submitted

This painting titled “Three Kittens and Catnip” is a new original painting of Chrissy Mount-Kapp’s, which was shown at the fair.

Chrissy Mount-Kapp, right, receiving her first-prize ribbon for her original fine art paintings at the Spring Green Art Fair which took place June 23-24.

Though she works full time from her studio in Wisconsin, Mount-Kapp travels throughout the country showing and selling her art through juried art shows and gallery exhibitions. Along with winning prizes and creating oil paintings on canvas, Mount-Kapp currently teaches at an after-school program for young artists, tutors home-schooled children and has helped organize a series of summer art programs with over 200 participants from the St. Croix River Valley. Mount-Kapp has won several awards and honors, including two Best in Shows – one at the Wausau Festival of Arts and the other at Art Street in Green Bay. But when she isn’t on the road or in her studio, she is busy raising her twin boys and teaching after-school art classes to kids in the Grantsburg School District. Being based in a small town doesn’t stop Mount-Kapp from reaching the world with her art. One of her paintings will be featured on the cover of an internationally known literary magazine with a two-page spread about her and her work. Details about which magazine are not allowed to be shared just yet – but keep an eye out for her work. Those that are interested in seeing more of Mount-Kapp’s work and learning more about the artist are encouraged to visit her Facebook page, The Vintage Painter, or her blog at vintagepainter.wordpress.com.

PAGE 20 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NORTHERN CURRENTS, SECTION B - JULY 4, 2012

JULY

Coming events

Happenings in the Upper St. Croix Valley communities

THURSDAY/12 Centuria

WEDNESDAY/4 Amery

• Adult grief support group meeting at Holy Trinity Church, 6:30 p.m., 715-483-3363.

Clam Falls

• Ruby’s Pantry at the town maintenance shop, $15 donation. Distribution 4-5:30 p.m.

Danbury

• Early-stage Alzheimer’s support group at the senior center, 10 a.m., 715-268-6605.

Grantsburg

• Fourth of July parade, 2 p.m.

Falun

• NARFE meeting at Dreamers, noon. RSVP by Mon., July 9, 715-689-2252.

Frederic

• Friends of the Library meeting at the library, 6:30 p.m., 715-825-2313. • Pie & ice-cream social with music at Bering Park, 7 p.m.

• Pie & ice-cream social at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1-3 p.m.

Milltown

• Blood pressure screening at Bremer Bank, 9 a.m.1 p.m.

Hertel

St. Croix Falls

• Boat parade on Viola Lake, beginning at public boat landing on south side of lake, 4 p.m.

• “Voice of the Prairie” at Festival Theatre. 2 & 7:30 p.m., 715-483-3387, festivaltheatre.org.

Siren

• Music in the Park, Crooked Lake, Siren Community Band, 8-10 p.m. • Siren Freedom Festival. Freedom 5 race, parades, fireworks, visitsiren.com, 715-349-8399. • Methodist Men’s Group selling brats at Olsen Drug parking lot. • Homemade pie & ice cream at the Methodist church, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Webster

• Fire department brat feed at the fire hall, 11 a.m.; parade, 1:30 p.m., 715-866-7151 or websterchamber.com.

THURS.-SAT./5-7 Spooner

• Rodeo, 800-367-3306.

THURSDAY/5 Siren

• Northwoods Flyers Experimental Aircraft Association Club meets, government center, 7 p.m. • Music in the Park, Armed Forces Band, at Crooked Lake, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

FRI.-SUN./6-8 • Inter-County Fair.

Turtle Lake

FRI.-SAT./6-21 Amery

• Art Medley on display at artz Gallery.

FRIDAY/6 St. Croix Falls

• Music on the Overlook Deck, Jazz Night, 6:30 p.m., musicontheoverlook.com.

SAT. & SUN./7 & 8 St. Croix Falls

• “Voice of the Prairie” at Festival Theatre, Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m., 715-483-3387, festivaltheatre.org.

SATURDAY/7 Amery

• Book sale at the library, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

• Music in the Park, The Good Timers, at Crooked Lake, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Webster

• Forts Folle Avoine fundraiser at Fox Run Golf Course, 2:30 p.m., 715-259-7828.

FRI.-SUN./13-22 St. Croix Falls

Yeah ... it’s that hot. - Photo by Carl Heidel

Balsam Lake

Luck

• 22nd-Annual Balsam Lake All-Class Reunion at the American Legion Hall. Potluck at noon.

• Indianhead Gem & Mineral Society meeting at the senior center.

Danbury

Webster

• Danbury Days parade, duck race and sales.

• Skeeter the Clown at the library, 10:30 a.m.

Grantsburg

TUESDAY/10

Milltown

• Cancer support group at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 7 p.m., 715-268-6722 or 715-268-7290.

• Feed My Sheep at Grace Church in Grantsburg. Doors open 8 a.m., distribution 9 a.m., 715-463-5699. • Library’s outdoor movie at Half Moon Lake Landing, dusk, 715-825-2313.

Webster

• Fireworks at Yellow Lake Golf Course, dusk, 715-8667107.

SUNDAY/8 Cushing

• Music by Northern Lights at Skonewood Christian Retreat Center, 6:30 p.m.

Amery

Grantsburg

• Learn to restore wetlands & attract wildlife at Crex visitor center, 6:15 p.m., 715-463-2739, crexmeadows.org.

Luck

• Music by Danville Singers in Triangle Park, 6:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY/11 Frederic

Danbury

• Blood pressure screening at Bremer Bank, 9 a.m.1 p.m.

Osceola

• Winter Texan potluck picnic at the Luck shelter, noon.

• Wild rice pancake breakfast at Forts Folle Avoine, 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m., 715-866-8890, theforts.org. • Benefit walk for the Arnell Memorial Humane Society, high school parking lot, 1-3 p.m.

Siren

• Head injury support group at Siren Covenant Church, 1-2:30 p.m., 715-349-8985.

MONDAY/9 Amery

• Weight-loss surgery education and support at the medical center, 5-6 p.m., 715-268-0597.

Luck

THURS.-SAT./12-14

• River Awareness Week activities, 715-483-3300, stcroixriverassociation.org.

FRIDAY/13 Balsam Lake

• Poco Penners meeting in the library building, 2 p.m., 715-483-9738. • Northwest Regional Writers meeting at the library, 1 p.m.

Grantsburg

• Learn about fireflies at Crex visitor center, 8:30 a.m., 715-463-2739, creaxmeadows.org.

Siren

• Burnett Youth Hockey fundraiser hypnotist & DJ show at Rumors. Opens 6 p.m., 715-733-0380.

St. Croix Falls

• Music on the Overlook Deck, Kids Night, 6:30 p.m., musicontheoverlook.com.

SAT. & SUN./14 & 15 St. Croix Falls

• “Man of La Mancha” at Festival Theatre, Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m., 715-483-3387, festivaltheatre.org.

SATURDAY/14 Amery

Webster

• Ruby’s Pantry at Congregational Church. Doors open 8:30 a.m. Dist. 9 a.m., $15 donation, 715-268-7390.

THURS.-SUN./12-15

• I Care Concert at Fristad Lutheran Church, 7 p.m., 715485-9500.

• Central Burnett County Fair, horse, truck and tractor pull, demo derby, 715-866-8261.

Centuria

• Memory Days, 715-646-2300, centuriawi.com.

Centuria

Grantsburg

• Crex Meadows Nature Photography Club meets at Crex, 10 a.m.-noon, 715-463-2739.

Bill Jamerson to perform during Wannigan Days ST. CROIX FALLS/TAYLORS FALLS, Minn. - In addition to an incredible threeday lineup of family fun, food and togetherness at Wannigan Days in St. Croix Falls, and Taylors Falls, Michigan-based author/folksinger Bill Jamerson will present “It’s Daylight in the Swamps,” at Wannigan Days on Saturday, July 21, at 12:10 p.m. He will present a children's program before the fireworks at 9 p.m. on the main stage. Jamerson sings traditional lumberjack songs and tells true stories and hilarious tall tales about life in the old-time lumber camps. He tells stories of strength, wit and charm - they are as entertaining as they are informative, as honest as they are fun. The songs and stories are family friendly, and children have the chance to come up on stage and win prizes. Jamerson will also host an evening at the St. Croix Falls Public Library on Friday evening, July 20, at 7 p.m. Jamerson takes his audience on a musical journey with songs about working in the woods, life in a bunkhouse, the hardships of river drives, the importance of camp food and the transition from the woods to farms. Lumberjacks entertained themselves after supper by reading, sewing, playing card games and telling tall tales.

The USA's No. 1 logging and Civilian Conservation Corps authority comes to St. Croix Falls Friday and Saturday, July 20 and 21. Bill Jamerson, as seen on PBS, performs “It's Daylight in the Swamps!” - a musical tribute to lu<None>mberjacks at Wannigan Days 2012. - Photo submitted

"Wannigan Days is a celebration of past, present and future of our historic river town and logging heritage - a heritage that many people know little about," says Wannigan Days coordinator Woody McBride. "Bringing an esteemed historian like Bill Jamerson to entertain and educate is part of our fun-based process of learning from both the glory and shortcomings of the past so we can plan for a bright future." With his guitar, Jamerson performs traditional lumberjack songs such as “A Lumberjack’s Life,” which tells of the hardships of working in the cold. “Jack Haggerty” is the song of a brokenhearted river man, “Jolly Shanty Boy” explores the revelry when lumberjacks blew into town. “A Shanty Boy in the Pines” tells of the many jobs in the woods while “Pete Bateese” is a humorous song about a Frenchman who always gets in trouble. The songs range from foot-stomping jigs to soulful ballads. Jamerson is also an author, a PBS filmmaker and songwriter. He presents his programs in schools, libraries, festivals and other venues. To find out more about his performance please visit his Web site at billjamerson.com. For more information on Wannigan Days visit wannigans.com or call 612-385-4598. submitted