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Though Arnell Memorial Humane Society has been criticized in recent years for its refusal to institute a “no kill” policy, recent data from the shelter shows a sharp decline

in euthanasia rates. Through the third quarter of 2015, the shelter has euthanized 84 animals: 16 dogs and 68 cats. The total represents 24 percent of its intake (342 animals, plus 10 carried over from 2014), making the save rate 76 percent. In 2012, the save rate

was roughly 55 percent. The shelter has kept 90 percent of incoming dogs from euthanasia this year, and 66 percent of incoming cats. “As years have gone by, our euthanization rates have continued to drop,” said the shelter’s director, Mary Bruckner.

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at each table in the auditorium to fulfi ll all of their household needs, within budget. And it’s harder than it sounds. Community volunteers from area A speeding ticket. A surprise medical bill. A job loss. A baby. businesses are prepared to guide stuTHURSDAY,dents SEPTEMBER 2222 toward33,the most expensive purThese are the types of surprises VOL.week 131 NO. 19 chases www.moraminn.com possible; $1.00 in housing, clothing, Amery’s Juniors endured last during the Mad City Money experi- food, furniture, transportation, daycare, leisure, and more. But the choice ence. The program, sponsored by WEST- is theirs. “There are a lot of decisions,” reconsin Credit Union in partnership with several area businesses, is now marks one Amery Junior. And indeed there are. in its 4th year. But what about those life experiencMad City Money gives each student a fictitious but realistic identity. You’re es we can’t control? A local police officer acts as Mad a firefighter. Your spouse is an insurance agent. You have a 5-month-old City’s “Fickle Finger of Fate.” Each baby named Devon. Your combined student receives one positive and one household income is $4,700 with which negative to add to their bank register. you must pay for $200 in monthly med- It could be a lucky windfall. Or maybe, ical insurance and $2,557 in credit an unexpected emergency expense. Instructor Ramona Lockwood says card debt. And more. Students are required to make a stop SEE MONEY ON PAGE 2 BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

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the rent paid. Things that most of us take for granted can be a constant worry for others, and sometimes, an emergency. That’s exactly the moment The Salvation Army steps in, helping when all other means have been exhausted. And this is the time of

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Bundled up for her two-hour shift, Betty Tomasek chats with visitors while bell ringing at Dick’s Fresh Market in Amery. “I do more talking than ringing, they might fire me,” Betty jokes. “But I could be sitting home, and this is fun.”

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MONEY: WESTconsin hopes to expand the program to neighboring districts

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Volunteers from Amery High School and area businesses donated their time to keep shop at Amery High School’s Mad City Money event. Back row (left to right) Samantha Otis, Cheryl Lee, Mike Rose, Lisa Novak, Marie Gremore, Tammy Jackson, Shari Overby. Middle row (left to right) Shelley Huber, Josh Lindseth, Josh

Pratt, Paul Schafer, Aaron Mork, Tim Strohbusch, Eric Hellie, Gene Kittelson, Denise Luster. Front row (left to right) Lori Hoeft, Elaine Molls, Carrie Synder, Lindsey Pratt, Richel Mount, Nathan Thompson, Liane Petersen, Danielle Andersen, Dirk Prindle, Jeanette Thompson, Lisa Nick. Not pictured is Ramona Lockwood.

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the two-hour experience is an extension of Amery High School’s Personal Finance course, required by all Juniors and Seniors in Amery. Shari Overby of WESTConsin Credit Union in Amery is a big believer in the experience. “We want them to spend beyond their means in a pro-

tected environment,” Overby says. “If they get this now, in a protected environment, they’re more likely to go out when they’re on their own and make good decisions.” And those good decisions benefit everyone. Among the many area businesses helping to shape good spending habits are Noah Insurance, Carlson

Highland, Arrow Building Center, McDonalds, Amery Chevrolet, Overby Financial, Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative, Amery High School, Royal Credit Union, AEDC, Clear Lake Police Department, and WESTConsin Credit Union. “We all believe in this,” Shari says. “The school is the

core of this community, and it’s the future of spending money in this town. We could not do this without these volunteers. It takes a whole community.” Overby says WESTConsin started the nationally recognized “Mad City Money” program in Menomonie and Hudson, and her office began with

Amery four years ago. The program is free to the school. She plans to expand it to as many neighboring districts as possible, with Clayton, Clear Lake and Glenwood City in the works.

ARNELL: Majority of animals that were euthanized were unadoptable FROM PAGE ONE

Tanya Borg, a former Arnell board member who has been leading the charge to make Arnell a no-kill shelter via her organization, the Shelter Community Action Team, seemed encouraged by the latest data, if skeptical. “If this is what’s occurring, then yes, that’s much better,” she said of the increased save rate. “Here’s the thing we have to be sure of–they’ve been telling people for some time that they adopt out 100 percent of adoptable animals. But they call kittens with upper respiratory infections ‘not adoptable,’ and we know better than

that.” Untreatable upper respiratory infections accounted for 11 of Arnell’s 68 cat euthanizations – 5.6 percent of cats taken in – a decision made by the shelter’s veterinarians. According to the data, 16 (of 170) dogs have been euthanized since the beginning of 2015: 10 for aggression/unadoptable behavior; 4 for untreatable health and 1 for old age. In the same period AMHS euthanized 68 (of 197) cats: 22 for what can be classified as aggression/unadoptable behavior, 38 for untreatable health issues, 5 for space, 2 for old age and 1 at an owner’s request.

Technically, even no-kill shelters euthanize animals for aggression and untreatable illness or injury. According to their own data from Sawyer County’s Northwood’s Humane Society, who consider themselves a no-kill shelter, of the 477 animals brought to Northwoods in 2014, eight were euthanized. This year the shelter has brought in 672 animals and euthanized eight. Northwoods does not euthanize for space, instead choosing to operate with a waiting list. Their list currently has 20 cats. For Bruckner, no-kill and conventional shelters are complementary.

“No-kill shelters operate alongside other shelters that don’t claim to be no kill, but are there to help animals in whatever way they can,” she said. “We all use the same tools: adoption, spay/neuter, cost assistance for spaying and neutering. We’re all on the same page and working together.” For Borg, a no-kill policy is the only solution. “For the life of these animals, we have to work together, our vets, humane societies, rescue groups and animal control,” she said. Still, Arnell staff and board members remain unconvinced that Borg is working in

the best interest of animals. “Her work has not helped the animals of Polk County,” said Bruckner. “We are a resource that’s here to help animals, and her (statements) have impeded people’s ability to reach out for the help we have to offer.” As a research partner for this article, the Amery Free Press attempted to gather comparison data from other local shelters. The shelters that would speak with AFP were reluctant to release information because of previous interactions with Borg. — Jessica de la Cruz contributed reporting for this article.

KETTLE: ‘Kettle Pass’ buttons for sale at Serenity House event Dec. 6 FROM PAGE ONE

year they need your help. Whether dropping coins into the red-kettle at your local grocery store, or volunteering to ring a bell personally, anyone can make a difference. By far, the red-kettle program is the organization’s biggest fundraiser, last year collecting $86,000 in Polk County alone. The red-kettle program is the The Salvation Army’s biggest fundraiser, last year col-

lecting $86,000 in Polk County alone. But this year, based on an increase in need, they’ve raised their goal to $100,000. Angela Moulton, fundraising manager for Polk, St. Croix and Burnett Counties, explains that although the program is nationally known, 90 cents of every locally donated dollar stays in Polk County. According to Moulton, local donations go in large part to Serenity House, a 19-bed shelter and program to help get single individuals back

on their feet. Dollars are also used for the area’s popular “Backpack” program,” which sends backpacks of food home from school with families who can use it most. Moulton invites the public to visit Serenity House on December 6, when they’ll be holding their Holiday Open House from noon to 3. The public can learn more about how Salvation Army funds are put to work. “Kettle Pass” buttons can also be picked up during the event, a wearable

button that shows everyone, including bell ringers, that your donation has been made. Currently Polk County has nine red-kettle locations, all of which need more volunteers: Dick’s Fresh Market in Amery and Osceola, Austad’s in Turtle Lake, Nillsen’s in Clear Lake, Wayne’s in Luck, and Wal-Mart and Marketplace in St. Croix Falls. Moulton says that Amery’s Breakfast with Santa is also a large Salvation Army fundraiser. That event

will be Saturday, December 5 from 8 to 11:30 a. m. at First Lutheran Church. Bell ringing started November 13 and runs through the holiday season. It’s an easy group activity for churches, youth groups, scouts, businesses or anyone wanting to give back to their community. Anyone wishing to ring bells at local grocery stores can register online at ringbells. org, or call Angela Moulton at 715-497-4438.

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Polar Plunge A large number of Geese flocked together for an icy dip in Clear Lake’s Creamery Pond on Saturday. Snow Geese and Canadian Geese can frequent-

NOVEMBER 25 Community Thanksgiving Service A community Thanksgiving Eve Service will be held Wednesday, Nov. 25, 7 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Amery. All denominations are welcome to attend the community celebration of thanks.

DECEMBER 3 Take Down Cancer The Amery wrestling team is once again hosting a Takedown Cancer event to raise funds for the Randy Shaver Cancer Research & Community Fund. It takes place at the first home meet against Ellsworth on Thursday, December 3. The wrestling meet begins at 7 p.m. with fundraising activities including a ‘Dash for Cash,’ concessions, tribute memorial, and event t-shirt sale. Last year’s event raised over $9,000 toward cancer research. Questions about this year’s event can be directed to takedowncanceramery@gmail.com.

DECEMBER 4 Christmas Dessert Theatre United Covenant Church presents their Third Annual Christmas Dessert Theatre performance on Friday, December 4 and Saturday, December 5 in Clear Lake. The festive, family-friendly event will include entertainment, traditional Christmas carols, special choir numbers, door prizes and much more. The evening festivities will begin at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, and will start at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday with

delicious, homemade desserts following each performance. For more information about the free event, contact the United Covenant Church office at 715-263-2665. To find out more about United Covenant Church, visit unitedcovchurch.com

DECEMBER 5 Breakfast with Santa The Salvation Army of Polk County will host Christmas with Santa on Dec. 5 from 9-11 a.m. at First Lutheran Church, 240 Elm St. in Amery. The fundraiser will incude breakfast, pictures with Santa, face painting, games, cookie decorating, crafts, fish pond and plush animals will be on sales as well. Snowfina and the Nutcracker will stop in for a visit during the breakfast.

Love Lite Tree A reading of memorial and honorary names will be held Saturday, December 5. Soup and sandwiches will be served at 6pm at the Little Falls Lutheran Church in Amery. Anyone wanting to have an ornament on the tree in a loved one’s honor should send the name(s) and free will donation to Little Falls Cemetery Association: C/o Tom Overby, 571 130th St. Amery, WI 54001. Proceeds from the Love Lite Tree will be used for cemetery upkeep.

Bake Sale and Bazaar The Deronda Lutheran Church, located at 1239 65th Ave., CTH F west of Amery, starting at 11 a.m. Pie and coffee will be available, starting at 10:30. A basket drawing, baked

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goods, crafts and lunch will be available. The menu includes ham sandwiches, lefse, bbqs. baked beans, rommegrot, pie, sweet soup, coffee and milk.

Christmas Craft Fair & Bake Sale St. John’s Catholic Church in Clear Lake will be hosting a Christmas Craft Fair and Bake Sale on Saturday, December 5 from 8:30 to 1:00 p.m. Coffee and rolls will be served. Customers can shop for bread, pies, cookies, candy, lefse, winter bouquets, wreaths, ornaments, and many other one-of-a-kind craft items.

DECEMBER 6 Holiday Stroll Everyone is invited to the 30th Annual Amery Holiday Stroll on Sunday, December 6, from noon to 4pm. Participating businesses can be identified by a big red bow on their front door which means strollers are welcome to stop by for treats, drawings, specials, etc. Besides a big open house around Amery, strollers can also enjoy FREE hot dogs and hot chocolate in Soo Line Park, horse & wagon rides, carolers, Santa Claus, and visiting with family and friends. Mark your calendars for a fun-fi lled day in Amery on Sunday, December 6. The Amery Holiday Stroll is sponsored by the Amery Free Press and participating Amery Businesses.

DECEMBER 7 Woman’s Club Meeting The Amery Woman’s Club will meet on Monday December 7th at The Amery Golf

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Club. Social hour begins at 5:00pm, dinner at 6:30. This is our holiday meeting and will feature harpist Denise Johnson, a Silent Auction and our member arts contest. There will be a short presentation from the Salvation Army and the Amery Area Food Pantry. New member orientation will begin at 4:30pm. A business meeting will follow the presentation. Dinner will consist of mixed greens salad, pork roast with cranberry sauce, rice pilaf, roasted seasonal vegetables, and dessert at a cost of $13.00. Please join us for our last meeting until March 2016. Guests are always welcome

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DECEMBER 10 Love Light Tree Ceremony The Amery Hospital and Clinic Volunteer Partners invite the public to the annual Love Light Tree lighting ceremony Thursday, Dec. 10, 6 p.m. at the hospital cafetorium. The Apple River Ensemble will play Christmas music and there will be a Christmas singa-long before the ceremony. Refreshments and appetizers will be held after the lighting.

DECEMBER 12 Jul Fest Scandinavian Bazaar Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, located at 217 Derona in Amery, is hosting a Jul Fest Scandinavian Bazaar on Saturday, Dec. 12, starting at 10:30 a.m. Baked goods, craft shop, trim the tree and candy shop will all be featured, as well as a Scandinavian Luncheon, with pie and coffee.

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NOVEMBER 24, 2015

BY TOM STANGL FROM THE PUBLISHER’S DESK

The terror attacks on Paris Nov. 13 claimed 129 lives in three synchronized attacks. According to Associated Press reports, the attacks were carried out in a stadium, a concert hall and at cafes. In addition to the deaths, 350 people were wounded, 99 of them with serious injuries. In America, the footage of the attacks brought back a flood of memories from Sept. 11, 2001. The Islamic State is a radical Islamist group which has seized Publisher territory across northern and western Iraq and eastern Syria. Tom Stangl They have claimed responsibility for the Paris attacks and have threatened to attack America. A coalition of nations, including the USA and France, have been conducting an air war against the terrorists which has been complicated by the ongoing civil war in Syria. The goal of the Islamic State is to establish Sharia law and defend their lands and religion against infidels. Their rhetoric, fanned and fueled by social media, has attracted converts from many industrialized nations, including the USA. Battling the spread of the Islamic State has been difficult for Iraq, Syria, Turkey and Kurdish nationals. Many nations have been wary of getting involved in the conflict, fearing a long, drawn out and bloody war. Further complicating the situation is the flood of refugees fleeing the conflict. Before the Paris terror attacks, many nations, including the United States, had begun accepting Syrian refugees, but in the wake of the attacks, some want to detain or deny entrance to refugees. Jordan’s King Abdullah II warned this last week of a “World War” against humanity as the Islamic State continues its attacks. So what are we to do? Cue the hackers. Anonymous, the network of hackers that have coordinated cyber attacks on groups and businesses as diverse as Sony, Westboro Baptist Church and the Church of Scientology, as well as the federal government have decided to attack the Islamic State. The loosely affiliated international network claims to have eliminated thousands of Islamic State Twitter accounts – roughly 6,000 – since terrorist attacks killed 129 and wounded hundreds more in Paris on November 13. The group is also providing a step by step “how to” guide for potential hackers to find and disable Twitter accounts associated with the Islamic State. Members of Anonymous explained on their official Twitter account that they are targeting the terrorist organization on social media because it is their primary method of recruitment. IS uses these platforms to amplify their propaganda. Anonymous also works to destroy specialized IS sites where the terrorists archive information and carry on private discussions. They do this through traditional “hacking stuff.” No one knows if the attacks will have the same affect as the bombs, but in this war, the old adage “the enemy of my enemy is my friend” definitely holds true. As always, I welcome your comments. You can reach me by email at tstangl@theameryfreepress.com, telephone 715-268-8101 or write me at P.O. Box 424, Amery, WI, 54001. Thanks for reading. I’ll keep in touch. Feel free to do the same.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Thankful and in jail To the editor: I’m currently awaiting sentencing in the Polk County Jail, paying the price for my selfish ways, thinking my drug addiction has left me with nothing. With Thanksgiving and the holidays around the corner I was indulging in my sorrows thinking I have nothing to be thankful for.

A phone call and three words later, “I love you,” I found myself writing this. I have many blessings to be thankful for. Family and friends whose hearts are a deep abyss of forgiveness and love. A mother who’s always been there for her “prodigal son” (Matthew 15:11). And my smart, caring, and forgiving 10-year-old son (Kaden)

who after all I’ve put him through still says “I love you.” No matter who we are or what our circumstances, if we open our hearts and eyes we’ll find gifts to be thankful for. Start with today, that’s why it’s the present. Jeff Kobs Polk County Jail

been as far as protecting the rights of the citizens of America. What is next after Paris and some of these other countries that have had these disasters concerning them? My grandfather and grandmother immigrated from Austria in the late 1880’s to come to the United States of America along with my Aunt and father the land of the home and the free. No more freedom of religion within our schools. Sure some ethnics can have their religious programs in school and other Christians are turned away. Let’s face it, our people in Washington D.C. have curtailed religion in our public

schools but other religions have the right to kneel and pray. Come on folks, what is good for one is good for all. How many great Americans have fallen in WWII, the Korean Conflict, Viet Nam and the many since then up until today. Let’s face it America you had better be proud as to where you live in the great USA. How well are we protected against the ISIS as they can infi ltrate into anywhere in the world. Wake up America, we could be next! May God bless you all. Dick Scholz Amery

Let us face reality To the editor: What happened on 911 when our government fell asleep and also in Benghazi. The tower where many Americans and foreign personnel were killed. My thoughts are it is about time our government wakes up to the many disasters that is going on abroad and let’s start looking as to what could happen in the good old USA. In 1951 I joined the USAF and discharged honorably with the rank of S/Sgt in 1955. I was proud to serve these 4 years and I continue to support my country and the good old USA. Where has our government

Wants to drive without seat belt To the editor: I was stopped for no seat belt. It is my God-given right to choose whether or not I want to wear a seatbelt!

I went to court, and the so-called Judge Whittman was very unprofessional and unconstitutional to me! I will not be conducting any

business in the city limits of Amery until the cesspool of a city gets cleaned up! Nate Riemenschneider Turtle Lake, Wis

Correction An article about Kinship of Polk County that appeared in the Nov. 10 edition of the Free Press contained an error. The article stated that the Polk County chapter was

the second largest in the nation. This is incorrect. The chapter is the largest in Wisconsin and currently is the fourth largest in the nation.

The Free Press regrets the error and apologizes for any confusion or inconvenience this may have caused.

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100 Years Ago November 25, 1915

were still visible on Monday morning when the robbery was discovered.

Primary County Issues Dealt With

The County Board of Polk County was in session last week and has completed their work for this year, and has done a lot of good work for the betterment of our county. The most important of all is the adoption of the county unit system of highways. Under this system the county has laid out highways covering every town and village in the county and connecting them with highways, which the county builds and maintains without any additional cost to the town or village. The funds for building these roads are raised by tax on the whole county and not on the towns through which they run and the fund for maintaining them is received from the automobile licenses. Our village has two of these roads, one running east and west and one running north and south. The county training school question came before the board again this year, asking for an appropriation of $9,000, so that more room could be given for the teaching of manual training and domestic science, for which at this time they have not sufficient room. It seems that this school has been doing excellent work in training teachers for our schools, and about 75 percent of the graduates are teaching in our county. There seems to be a feeling among the members of the county board that the school is not in as good a location as it might be, one reason that your writer heard expressed was the fact that it required the students to climb somewhere about 170 steps in going to and from the school building, and for this and other reasons this resolution was lost.

90 Years Ago December 3, 1925 Child Swallows Penny A penny became lodged in the throat of the three-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. LeRoy Morley, last Saturday, and it was necessary to X-ray to locate it and to administer an anesthetic before it could be removed.

Mile of Concrete in City The special Community Club committee appointed to confer with state and county highway officials relative to the paving of mainstreet, met with Dist. Supt. Ray McLean and Co. Commissioner Carl Nystrom last Monday evening. Nothing official was done and Mr. McLean was not at liberty to give the opinion, but the committee is much encouraged by his attitude and it is believed that the city will be able to secure a concrete street from the corner near the G. A. Lindgren home, south of the city, to the Hetu corner.

Henry Kruger Injured in Accident Henry Kruger of Clayton is in a serious condition, as a result

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65 Years Ago November 30, 1950 What a Hen! Mrs. Knute Johnson stopped by the Amery Free Press office the other day with a sample of her English white leghorn eggs. It measured 6½ inches by 8 inches. This is not just a “flash in the pan” either, for her chickens produce eggs that average about 2½ lbs. per dozen. She even found one that had a triple yolk.

1970 Amery Warrior Football Team Part II Pictured above is the rest of the 1970 football team that had Amery’s first undefeated season since 1943. The Warriors ran away with the St. Croix Valley title and were ranked number seven in the state grid poll. The highlight of the year was the Grantsburg contest as the Big Red fell behind until after half. Then unleashing an explosive aerial attack, Amery bounced back to put it out 36-23. The team Captain, Rick Framsted, along with Doug Thompson, Pat Meier and Dave Mertz, was selected to the All-Conference team. Members of the squad pictured above are back row from left: Bruce Bottolfson, Mark Johnson, Dave Mertz, Les Webster, Stan Peterson, Coach Yetter and Manager Dave Amans. Kneeling from left: Chuck Williamson, Roger Bishop, Jerry Vetter, Dale Struemke, Mike Dasler, Dana Johnson and Manager Brian Hughes. Front row from left: Mark Wold, John Aune, Erik Elkin, John O’Hara, Jeff Paulson, Jim Mayer and Ralph Wycoff.

of injuries sustained in an automobile accident last Saturday, when the car in which he was riding turned completely over. He was badly bruised and one leg was broken near the hip.

85 Years Ago December 4, 1930 Light Up Your Tree For a number of years Amery has been the real Xmas city and “lest ye forget”- remember to place your Christmas candles in the windows and if possible place a tree in the front yard with a string or strings of colored electric globes during the entire Yuletide week. The cost of the current for the entire week is only a few cents. Investigate and it will more than repay you in the satisfied feeling that you have contributed your share on this wonderful occasion. It may be sentiment but it’s a beautiful sentiment.

75 Years Ago J. Burman Jr. Lost in Woods John J. Burman, better known a John Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. J. G. Burman, had a harrowing experience Saturday as he tramped through the swamps of the Minong country all day long before he was finally rescued, exhausted, by a fellow hunter, Mayor Edw. E. Omernik of Spooner. Mr. Burman went hunting with R. M. Houger, president of the Wisconsin Hydro Electric Co., and a group of men from Spooner, including Mr. Omernik. All started out Saturday morning in quest of the elusive buck. They separated after a short distance. Mr. Burman tramped the swamps and marshes during the morning, and he hadn’t heard or seen a thing of any hunter. Finally, around noon, he became resigned to the fact

that he was lost in the wild and wooly swamps of the North Country. He tramped and tramped, trying to follow his compass but each time got off the general direction. He was in one swamp for three hours, setting himself up on an island in the swamp so he could build a fire. He had a roaring fire and took his socks and boots off to get dry. After a rest, and a bite of a chocolate bar (all the food he Yesterday’s had with him), News and somewhat warmed by Diane Stangl the fire, he set out again in search of “dry land” and men. In the meantime, Mr. Houger and the group from Spooner realized that John was lost and there were 21 men searching for him. About 5 o’clock it became dark, but Mr. Burman, instead of getting panicky, kept his head and tramped on, his gun getting heavier every hour. About 5:30 p.m. he shot in the air and the shot was answered. He already had sent up signals several times by firing, but no answer. He finally came within calling distance of Mr. Omernik who noted that Mr. Burman was nearly exhausted. The mayor took John’s rifle and helped him back to camp. After a good night’s rest he was none the worse for his harrowing experience and determined that the next time he went into the woods he would be more careful of directions, would establish signal shots with members of his party and would carry a hatchet along.

29 Below is Record Here The weatherman gave this territory a lot of variety in November and the first of December, in fact so much variety that

he made a record for himself. Coldest in Amery was 29 degrees below zero. This was reached on Sam Vassau’s government recorder sometime during the night of December 1st, Sunday night. It was the coldest December 1 on record.

70 Years Ago December 6, 1945 Hearing May Be Held on Highway According to a communication received this week by James McGinnis from G. I. Germond, division engineer for the state highway commission, it appears that a hearing will be held for the purpose of determining the route of state highway 46 north through town. Present plans call for the construction of the new 46 south of Amery to commence in the spring. As long as heavy equipment was in the territory, the commission expressed its willingness to straighten the course of 46 north through town and to where county trunk highway H branches off. Tentative plans by the commission included filling in the east end of North Twin Lake to make the route straight at that point. However, some residents of Amery expressed their disapproval of this because of the present natural beauty.

Lampert Yards Burglarized Burglars who broke into the Lampert Yards office Saturday night found only $27.30 to compensate themselves for the trouble. Manager Herb Jones stated that the culprits gained entrance to the building by climbing the south fence and entering the south shed and thence into the side door of the office. They smashed the lock on the office door. From all appearances Herb stated that it took place about the last 20 minutes of the snowstorm for well-defined tracks

Venison Commonplace This Year After surveying the entire season. It would appear that perhaps this newspaper should have prepared to publish just the names of those who didn’t get their deer during the season just past. Practically everyone who ventured out for any length of time came home with venison for the table. One of the outstanding events reported for this week was the fact that Rosemary Davidson, young daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dave Davidson, shot one of the largest, if not the largest bucks of the season. It was a 12-point buck.

45 Years Ago December 3, 1970 Award Bronze Star in Vietnam Army Sp. 4 Keith L. Luehman, 21, son of Mr. and Mrs. Werner Luehman, route 1, Star Prairie, recently received the bronze star medal near Chu Chi, Vietnam. He was presented the bronze star medal for meritorious service in connection with military operations against hostile forces in Vietnam. The medal, adopted in 1944 recognizes outstanding achievement. Sp. 4 Luehman received the award while assigned as a turbine engine repairman in Company E of the 25th infantry division’s 725th maintenance battalion. He entered the army in June 1969 and completed basic training at Ft. Knox, KY. He has also received the army commendation medal and the combat infantryman badge. Luehman, whose wife, Rebecca, lives on route two, Amery, is a 1967 graduate of Amery High School.

Luck Man Dies From Doe Barrage Merle Johnson, 24, Luck, was killed in a hunting accident east of Luck on Nov. 27, while on a stand as his hunting partners drove deer through the area. Investigating officers said that four youths stopped alongside the road, climbed a fence and commenced firing at three does scared up by the driving hunters. Mr. Johnson was struck in the head on the initial barrage of fire. The four continued firing until two of the does were killed. Rushed to Frederic hospital, he was dead on arrival.

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Third graders (left to right) Alex Edwards, Claire Ash. Middle: Ben Widiker, Alexis Repka. Front: Allyson Peterson took first place in the third grade groups in the November 14 Drama Rama competition.

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Amery middle schoolers (left to right) Jackson Spanyard, Jonathan Lorsung, and Robin Spanyard took first place with their original script performance at Drama Rama on November 14.

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Third graders (left to right) Cora Waterman, Payton Hanson, Lyla Stone, Grace Williamson, Anna Gould, Hayley Witt, and Hadassah Ingham took third place overall in the Drama Rama competition.

Creative excellence shines at Drama Rama Third through eighth grade actors from Amery, Baldwin-Woodville, Osceola, and Prescott recently competed at the Drama Rama Festival in Prescott. Amery drama teams and soloists earned four blue ribbons and one Actor of Merit award.

Third grade student Alex Edwards was the champion of all the solo contestants in all grades, earning a blue rating and a prestigious Actor of Merit Award. The third grade team of Ben Widiker, Allyson Peterson, Claire Ash, Alex Edwards,

and Alexis Repka earned a first place blue rating over all of the third grade teams. They were coached by Shia Widiker and Cheryl Repka. Third graders Anna Gould, Grace Williamson, Lyla Stone, Cora Waterman, Hadassah Ingham, Payton Hanson, and

Hayley Witt also earned a blue rating, third place over all. Their coaches were Erin Williamson and Kim Gould. The Amery Middle School Drama Rama team of Jonathan Lorsung, Robin Spanyard, and Jackson Spanyard captured a first place blue rat-

ing in the Original Script category at the Drama Festival in Prescott this Saturday. Their coach was Dawn Rasmussen. Congratulations students!

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Senior Andrew Smith (left) and Athletic Director Josh Gould (right) stand next to a trophy banner on display at Amery High School. This year’s Takedown Cancer event will be held at Amery High School on December 3, when Amery wrestles Ellsworth at 7pm.

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Andrew Smith displays the back of this year’s fundraising t-shirt, on sale at the school now and during the December 3 event for $15.

‘Takedown Cancer‘ hopes to score another winning year BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Amery was one of five schools to recently receive a congratulatory banner for their Takedown Cancer fundraising efforts. Of more than 50 schools who participated in the Takedown cancer fundraiser last year, Amery’s event came out on top, contributing more than $10,000 to the Ran-

dy Shaver Cancer Research and Community Fund. Amery Senior and wrestler Andrew Smith spearheaded the fundraising event. Through attending other Randy Shaver fundraisers, Andrew felt compelled to bring the foundation’s work to Amery. For Andrew, it’s personal. Andrew was diagnosed with bladder cancer at a young

age. Today he’s a healthy high school senior, thanks to successful treatments and cancer research. “I wanted to do this fundraiser because I don’t want anyone else to have to go through this,’ he says. This year, Takedowncancer.org has nearly 150 schools participating. Andrew hopes Amery will be a top contributor once again.

The event coincides with Amery’s first home wrestling match against Ellsworth, on December 3. “I’ve gone to area businesses and talked to the community club to see if any businesses are interested in donating.” Andrew says they have a lot of opportunities for people to contribute. They have t-shirts available for purchase now and on the day of event.

Attendees of the 7pm match can also put a loved one’s name on a memorial wall, enjoy a variety of fundraising concessions, or participate in a dash for cash, where a bucket is passed through the crowd. To learn how you can make this year’s event a success, email takedowncanceramery@gmail.com, or visit takedowncancer.org.

LeBreche honored for work on Stower Seven Lakes Trail The Monona Terrace community and Convention Center in Madison was abuzz with Friends’ groups representing Wisconsin’s State Parks and Trails at its 2015 Annual Awards Banquet, November 14. Among the many awards presented, the Outstanding Individual Hero Award was presented to Chuck LaBreche, Trail Maintenance Manager for the Friends of Stower Seven Lakes State Trail. LaBreche, a dedicated volunteer lives in Amery with his wife Elsie who has also spent many hours on the trail assisting with its upkeep. The Stower Seven Lakes Trail is a 14-

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Following a closed session meeting on November 19, Clear Lake School Board unanimously approved Josh Ernst as their next Superintendent. Ernst, his wife, and their four children (ages 1 ½ , 4, 6 and 8) will be relocating to the Clear Lake area from Wausau. Ernst starts in his new position as of January 1.

mile non-motorized trail that stretches from Lotus Lake to Amery. LaBreche has worked tirelessly in support of Friends’ of the Stower Seven Lakes Trail’s vision: creating, promoting and preserving the best-loved non-motorized state trail in Wisconsin.

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Pictured with LaBreche are Bill Zager, President of the Friends of Wisconsin State Parks and Jon Fogelberg, Secretary of the Stower Friends organization.

Ernst is next Clear Lake Superintendent “We’re a family that loves Ernst is currently pursuing the outdoors, we’re close knit, his PhD, which he hopes to complete in 1½ years. and with little ones in When asked about the house it’s pretty challenges facing much all about them,” smaller districts from he says. a legislation and budErnst has been the getary standpoint, Associate Principal Ernst responded, “I at Horace Mann Middon’t’ think its unique dle School in Wausau Ernst to Clear Lake. The for the past five years. new initiatives that Before that he worked as a para-educator and taught are being imposed on eduspecial education for six years. cators as a whole in Wiscon-

sin are overwhelming. For teachers and administrators I think that’s one of the biggest hurdles, along with it being a smaller district as well.” Ernst feels that some of his biggest challenges ahead will revolve around the mid-year transition of the position, relocating, and settling into a new community. “We’ve only ever lived in Wausau and we’re looking to find a place to call home.

Clear Lake seems like it’s going to be a fantastic fit.” What about the job appeals to Ernst? “I don’t necessarily think it’s about the position. I think it’s about the fit. In Clear Lake, both the school and community seem like a good fit for me and my family. So that’s what got us excited about it…we really want to establish ourselves and not move again.”

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Amery FFA stands out at nationals

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Amery FFA’s Parliamentary Procedure team earned a bronze rating at this year’s national event. The team includes (left to right) Meikah Dado, Carl Oman, Kellie Kjeseth, Johanna Knutson, Thomas Christenson and Cole Jakupciak.

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Amery’s Trent Dado placed 1st in the nation individually for dairy judging, 2nd overall in the job-interview contest, and is also the only Amery FFA member ever to make the National Finals in two separate events.

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Amery FFA’s Quiz bowl team was earned 4th in the nation last month in Kentucky. Members include (left to right) Michaela Erickson,Deanna Meyer, Dylan Clausen, and Jenesis Gustafson. Michaela also took 7th individually.

More than 65,000 FFA members attended the National FFA Convention in Louisville, Ky. this October. And the 13 attendees from Amery represented their community very well. Congratulations to the Amery

FFA Quiz Bowl team who took 4th in the nation. Congratulations are also in order for the parliamentary procedure team who took home a bronze rating, and Carl Oman and Cole Jakupciak for becoming Nationally certified

parliamentarians. There are very few students, let alone adults, that have received this distinguished honor. Trent Dado also took 2nd of 42 students nationwide in the Job Interview contest. The job-interview Career Develop-

ment Event (CDE) is a competitive event that test student’s ability to perform effectively throughout the entire job-application process. Participants prepare a resume, cover letter, complete an online application and participate in several levels of an interview process. Trent received a plaque and $900 for his efforts. Trent Dado has now made the National Convention all 4 years in High School winning at least one state championship all four years. Trent is also the only Amery FFA

member ever to make the National Finals in two separate events: The Job interview contest placing 2nd and Dairy Judging placing 1st in the Nation individually. Ethan Dado represented the State of Wisconsin for National FFA Office. Unfortunately, Ethan did not become a national FFA Officer, but it should be noted that he is the first person from Amery to ever be nominated for this position.

‘Rise Together’ presentation coming to Amery students Amery’s middle and highschool students will take in a powerful presentation in support of sobriety and drug abstinence this December. The program was made possible by the efforts of Polk County Drug-Endangered Children Team (DEC), Amery Assistant Chief Joe Vierkandt and several area sponsors. According to Vierkandt, prescription drug use is a growing problem among teenagers. After marijuana and alcohol, prescription drugs are the most commonly abused substances by Americans ages 12-17. Prescription drug abuse among this age group is more than ecstasy, heroin, crack/ cocaine and methamphetamines combined. According to the Department of Justice, almost 1 in every 4 teens in America says they have misused or abused prescription drugs. The most commonly abused prescription drugs are

1) Opioids-painkillers such as Vicodin, OxyContin, or Codeine; 2) Depressants such as those used to help treat anxiety or sleep to include Valium or Xanax; and 3) Stimulants such as Adderall and Ritalin. Aside from death, drug use can lead to a range of possible detrimental consequences such as: violent behavior, delinquency, psychiatric disorders, impulsivity, risky sexual behavior, neurological impairment, and developmental impairment. Another concern is that many prescription drug users transition to heroin due to the opiate based addiction and lower costs. The heroin epidemic has slowly been working towards Polk County from eastern Wisconsin. There have also been resent concerns of teen Meth, DMX (Dimethyltryptamine) and DMT (dextromethorphan) use. How can we prevent the vi-

The Amery Police Department wants to approach the issues and challenges many of our pre-teens, teens, and adults face by educating, inspiring, and instilling hope and assisting others overcome issues such as substance abuse, addiction, self-harm, and suicide. cious cycle from continuing? Many in law enforcement have enforced drug laws reactively by arresting users, dealers and manufacturers. Using

a three-tier approach, we also need to promote a proactive/ preventative and a treatment/ recovery approach to this national problem. The Amery Police Department wants to approach the issues and challenges many of our pre-teens, teens, and adults face by educating, inspiring, and instilling hope and assisting others overcome issues such as substance abuse, addiction, self-harm, and suicide. Amery Police Department has invited Rise Together, a group comprised of recovering addicts, family members, friends, advocates, and professionals to promote and support sobriety to the Amery High School and Middle School student body. Rise Together’s primary focus is “to create a community where youth are heard, loved, and inspired to live in hope.” The presenters tell a passionate and moving

story about experiences that have shaped their lives. The Polk County DEC team viewed Rise Together’s presentation at the 2015 conference in Green Bay. As a member of the DEC team, Assistant Chief Vierkandt moved forward in a collaborative effort with the Amery School District to bring the program here. “I know this presentation will change a child’s life,” Vierkandt says. Funding assistance occurred from the Polk County Citizens Review Panel, Polk-Burnett Electric Coop., Positive Alternatives and Kops for Kids. For further information on Rise Together, please see their website at www.weallrisetogether.org or call Assistant Chief Vierkandt at the Amery Police Department 715-2687411.

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AREA CHURCHES AMERY FREE LUTHERAN, 1 mile west of golf course on CTH F, Eric Christenson, pastor www.ameryflc.org Every Sunday: 9 a.m. Sunday school for ages 3-103; 10:15 a.m. Worship. Nursery is available during worship service. Every Wednesday: 7 p.m. Youth Group. Small Group Bible Studies: Several opportunities. Call office at 715-268-9218. APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY, 942 Hwy. 8, Amery Justin Hosking, pastor Wednesday: 7 p.m. Thanksgiving Eve Service and Pie Night. Friday: 8:45 a.m. M.O.P.S. Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday school for all ages; 10:15 a.m. Coffee & Fellowship; 10:30 a.m. Worship/Children’s Church; 7 p.m. Sunday Night Live!. BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery Matt Saarem, pastor Wednesday, Nov. 25: 9 a.m. Bible Study; 7 p.m. Community Sevice at St. Joseph’s. Friday, Nov. 27: 6-10 p.m GYM Cook with Christ. Sunday, Nov. 29: 8:30 a.m. Sunday school; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time; 10:15 a.m. Holy Worship. Tuesday, Dec. 1: 8:30 a.m. Quilting at Elim; 9 a.m. Pack Backpacks. CENTERPOINT, 740 Maple Drive, St. Croix Falls (High school) Dick Enerson, pastor Sunday: 10-11:15 a.m. Worship celebration; Children’s church (SuperKidz) age 4-5th grade; Nursery (KidzKorner) birth-3 years. Cell Groups (small group Bible studies) offered throughout the week. CHURCH OF CHRIST, St. Croix Falls Jack Philips, evangelist Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Bible Study; 10:45 a.m. Worship. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bible Study and Devotions. CLEAR LAKE UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 11 a.m. Worship. Wednesday: 5:30 p.m. Meal for all; 6 p.m. Church school. CONGREGATIONAL, 201 N. Harriman Ave., Amery Barry Schaefer, pastor Wednesday, Nov. 25: 7 p.m. Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service at St. Joseph. Thursday, Nov. 26: Thanksgiving day - church office closed. Friday, Nov. 27: 10 a.m. Church decorating. Sunday, Nov. 29: 10 a.m. Worship/Hanging of the Greens/ Nursery; Noisy Kettle Collection; 11:30 a.m. Potluck lunch. Tuesday, Dec. 1: 6:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 10 a.m. “The Story” - Adults. DEER PARK UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 9:45 a.m. Worship. DERONDA LUTHERAN, 1239 65th Ave., Amery 715-268-2098 Wednesday, Nov. 25: Community Thanksgiving Eve Worship at St. Joseph’s. Sunday, Nov. 29: 9:30 a.m. Worship; 10:30 a.m. Deronda Heritage Baking Day. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.deronda church.net EAST BALSAM BAPTIST, 1816 108th St./CTH I, Balsam Lake, Gabriel Brennan, pastor www.eastbalsam.org 715-857-5411 Sunday: 9 a.m. Worship service; 10:30 a.m. Sunday school. Tuesday: Women’s Ministry; 9 a.m. Bible Study. EAST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, south of Amery on Hwy. 46 then west on 20th Ave., Kathy Pennington, pastor Wednesday, Nov. 25: 7 p.m. Community Thanksgiving Service at St. Joseph’s. Sunday, Nov. 29: 9:30 a.m. GIFT; 10:30 a.m. Worship. Tuesday, Dec. 1: 7 p.m. Choir. EAST LINCOLN ALLIANCE, 735 70th Ave., Amery 715-268-2350 www.eastlincolnalliance.com Eric Danielson and Randy Schussman, pastors Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Prayer Meeting; 9:15 a.m. Sunday school and Adult Bible Studies; 10:30 a.m. Worship service. Child Care and Children’s church are provided during worshp service. Wednesday: 6-8 p.m. Youth Group meets (6th-12th grade) Small groups meet throughout the week. Contact the church office for further details. EL SALEM BAPTIST/TWIN FALLS CHRISTIAN CENTER, Dresser, Darryl R. Olson, pastor Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday school; 10:35 a.m. Worship; 6 p.m. Sunday evening. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bible Study. ELIM LUTHERAN, Range, Matt Saarem, pastor Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Worship. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 301 1st Ave. East, Balsam Lake , Diane Norstad, pastor Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday worship; 10:40 a.m. Sunday school. Wednesday evening Confirmation classes.

FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 134 Prentice St. S, Clayton Margaret Grant, pastor Sunday: 9:45 a.m. Worship; 10:45 a.m. Fellowship. Wednesday: 6 p.m. Church School. Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 p.m. Mission Quilting Tuesdays 9 a.m. FIRST BAPTIST, 131 Broadway St., Amery Charlie Butt, lead pastor, Nick Buda, associate pastor churchoffice@fbcamery.org Sunday: One service 9-10:15 a.m. Nursery is available for ages 0-3; 10:30-11:30 a.m. All Ages Sunday School (nursery available for ages 0-3). Monday: 1:30-2:30 Moms in Prayer Group (until end of school year). Saturday: 7-8 a.m. Men’s Bible Study at Ida Mae’s. FIRST LUTHERAN, 240 Elm St., Amery Tim Bjorge, pastor Wednesday, Nov. 25: 7 p.m. Thanksgiving Eve Worship at St. Joseph’s. Sunday, Nov. 29: New Member Sunday; 9 a.m. Worship; 10:15 a.m. Choir; No Sunday school. Tuesday, Dec. 1: 6:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study; 9 a.m.-6 p.m. WIC; 11 a.m. Service at Evergreen. FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Wednesday, No 25: No Confirmation; 6 p.m. Mass Choir practice; 7 p.m. Community Thanksgiving Eve service at United Covenant church. Sunday, Nov. 29: 8:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship; 9 a.m. Choir Practice; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship; No Sunday School; 10 a.m. Traditional Worship (New Members receiced); 11 a.m. Fellowship. Monday, Nov. 30: 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Bible Marathon Class Tuesday, Dec. 1: 9 a.m. Quilting. FIRST PRESYTERIAN, 719 Nevada St., St. Croix Falls Barbara Anne Keely, pastor Sunday: 10:15 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship; 11 a.m. Worship. FOREST UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Worship. FULL GOSPEL LIGHTHOUSE, Graytown Merlin Burton, pastor Sunday: 10:30 a.m. Sunday school; 11 a.m. Worship. GEORGETOWN LUTHERAN-ELCA, 877 190th Ave. Co. Rd. G, Balsam Lake (Fox Creek) 715-857-5580 serving@georgetownlutheran.net Interim Pastor Paul Settergren Sunday: 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. Worship; Communion 1st and 3rd Sunday.

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GRACE LUTHERAN - WELS, 460 4th St., Clear Lake, 715-263-2164 Ellery W. Groth, pastor Sunday service 10:15 a.m. (November-March); 9 a.m. Sunday school Bible Class Thursday morning 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Thursday evening. Ladies Aid 2nd Thursday of month 2:30 p.m. Wednesday Confirmation instruction 5:30 p.m. HOLY TRINITY ORTHODOX, 511 1st St., Clayton, 715-948-2493 htoc@amerytel.net Chris Wojcik, pastor Sundays: 9:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy. HOLY TRINITY UNITED METHODIST, 1606 165th Ave., Centuria, on CTH I between Balsam Lake and Centuria Freddie Kirk, pastor Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Worship. IMMANUEL EV. LUTHERAN (LCMS), 124 E. Church St., Clayton ImmLCLCMS@centurytel.net 715-541-2955 Gregory Becker, pastor Sunday: 9 a.m. Divine Worship. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Family Christian Education. IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, 65th Ave., rural Clayton Margaret Grant, pastor Immanuel: 8:30 a.m. Worship. LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN, 1272 44th Ave., Amery 715-268-9409 Wednesday, Nov. 25: 7 p.m. Community Thanksgiving Eve Worship at St Joseph’s. Sunday, Nov. 29: 11 a.m. Worship. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.little fallschurch.net LIVING WORD CHAPEL, Hwy 64 at Forest Randy Dean, pastor Sunday: 8:45-9:45 a.m. Sunday school; 10 am. Main service. Wednesday: 7:30 pm. Adults and Teen Ministry. MENNONITE CHURCH, 1681 6 1/2 St., Co. Hwy. P North, Almena, 715-357-3321 Sunday: 10 a.m. Sunday school, all ages; 10:45 a.m. Sunday worship service; 7:45 p.m. Sunday evening service. MOE LUTHERAN (ELCA), 451 30th St., Clear Lake Sunday: 10 a.m. Fellowship; 11 a.m. Worship; Potluck lunch 2nd Sunday. Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 p.m. Women’s Bible Study 2nd Thursday 1:30 p.m. NEW LIFE COMMUNITY, Amery Craig Jorgenson, interim pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. Worship. Tuesday: 6:30 p.m. Prayer. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Youth; 7 p.m. Adult Bible.

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AREA CHURCHES continued OTTERCREEK CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP, Glenwood City Civic Center, Jason Taylor, pastor Sunday: 10:30 a.m. Worship; Children’s church, childcare provided. Wednesday Night Prayer. OUR LADY OF THE LAKES CATHOLIC, Balsam Lake Father Eugene Murphy, pastor Masses: Saturday 6 p.m., Sunday 8:30 a.m. OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN, 217 Deronda St., Amery Keith Ruehlow, pastor Wednesday, Nov. 25: 8:45 a.m. Bible Study; 12 p.m. Men’s Table Talk; 5 p.m. Confirmation Cafe; 5:30 p.m. Confirmation classes; 6:15 p.m Evening Prayer; 6:30 p.m. BRB; 7 p.m. Community Thanksgiving Service at St Joseph’s. Thursday, Nov. 19: 8:15 a.m. Amery Ministerium at Balsam Lutheran; 8:15 a.m. Top’s Club; 8:30 a.m. Bible Study; 12:30 p.m. Thanksgiving Dinner. Friday, Nov. 27: 3:30 p.m Holy Bash. Saturday, Nov. 28: 7-10 p.m. AA Group meeting. Sunday, Nov. 29: 9 a.m. Worship service w/Holy Communion; 10:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. Fall Book Study. Monday, Nov. 23: 6:30 p.m. Women of the ELCA meeting. Tuesday, Dec. 1: 1 p.m. Quilting; 7 p.m. Swedish Club. PRAIRIEVIEW COVENANT, 1396 210th Ave. (2 miles north of New Richmond on 65) Joe Sir, pastor Sunday: 9 a.m. Sunday school, nursery care; 10 a.m. Worship service, nursery care. Wednesday: 6 p.m. Family Night Supper; 6:30 p.m. Teaching activities for all ages; nursery care. Women’s Bible Studies. REDEEMER LUTHERAN, 600 S. Keller Ave., Amery Tom Hahn, pastor Wednesday, Nov. 25: 5:30 p.m. Confirmation; 7u7 p.m. Community Thanksgiving Service at St. Joseph’s Catholic. Thursday, Nov. 26: 9:30 a.m. Thanksgiving Service. Sunday, Nov. 29: 9:30 a.m. Worship and Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship. REEVE EVANGELICAL FREE, Jct. Barron CTH K & A, Clear Lake, www.reevechurch.org Sunday: 9 am. Worship service; 10:15 a.m. Fellowship Time; 10:30 a.m. Sunday school for all ages; 6:30 p.m. Jr. and Sr. High Youth Group (Sept.-May). Wednesday nights: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Adult Bible Study and Prayer; Kids club (Sept.-May). ST. BARNABAS EPISCOPAL, Clear Lake, Rev. Bob Lyga Sunday: 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:15 a.m. Worship. ST. CROIX UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP, 201 N. Adams, St. Croix Falls 715-483-1113 Sunday: 10 a.m. First, second and third Sunday, 715-5533386. ST. JOHN’S CATHOLIC, Clear Lake, Fr. John Long, pastor Mass: 8 a.m. Wednesday. Mass: 8 a.m. Thursday. Mass: 8:30 a.m. Sunday. ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC, 1050 Keller Ave. N, Amery Father Eugene Murphy Weekly Mass and Communion service schedule: Saturday 4 p.m. Mass. Sunday 10:30 a.m. Mass. Monday 9 a.m. Communion Service. Tuesday 9 a.m. Communion Service. Wednesday: 9 a.m. Mass. Thursday: 1st and 2nd Thursdays, Mass is held at local nursing homes; Other Thursdays 9 a.m. Mass at St. Joseph. Friday: 9 a.m. Communion Service. Bible Study Schedule: Tuesday, Dec. 1, 9:45 a.m. Special events: Wednesday, Nov. 25, 7 p.m. Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service; Nov 26-27: Office closed; Tuesday, Dec. 1, 7 p.m. Pastoral Council meeting. ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor Thursday, Nov. 26: 8 a.m. Thanksgiving service w/Holy Communion at St. John’s; 9:30 a.m. Thanksgiving service w/ Holy Communion at St. Paul’s; (No evening Bible Study). Sunday, Nov. 29: 8 a.m. Worship; 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship.

DEATH NOTICES ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor Thursday, Nov. 26: 8 a.m. Thanksgiving service w/Holy Communion at St. John’s; 9:30 a.m. Thanksgiving service w/ Holy Communion at St. Paul’s;. Sunday, Nov. 29: 8:45 a.m. Sunday school; 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Worship. Tuesday, Dec. 1: 7 p.m. Bible Study. SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST, 76 20th Ave., Clear Lake John Redlich, pastor Saturday: 9:30 a.m. Bible Study; 11 a.m. Worship service; Head Elder David Scott 715-263-3367. Mid-week service: Wednesday 7 p.m. THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS (Mormons), 644 S. 6th St., Barron Bishop Patrick F. Roper Sunday: Sacrament 10 a.m.; Sunday School/Primary 11:20 a.m.; Priesthood/Relief Society 12:10 p.m. TRINITY LUTHERAN of Garfield, 1578 85th Ave., Amery 715-268-9577 Wednesday, Nov. 25: 7 p.m. Community Thanksgiving Eve Worship at St. Joseph’s. Sunday, Nov. 29: 8 a.m. Worship. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.trinity lutheranchurchofamery.com UNITED COVENANT, 348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake Dan Pearson, pastor Wednesday, Nov. 25: No Wednesday Night programs or meal; 7 p.m. Community Thanksgiving Eve Service at UCC. Sunday, Nov. 29: 8 a.m. Worship team 1 Practice; 8:30 a.m. Mighty OAKS, Confirmation Classes, Youth; 8:45 a.m. Adult Classes; 10 a.m. Worship service; Choir practice after service. UNITED METHODIST, GLENHILLS PARISH Marybeth Scow, pastor Emerald UMC: 8:30 a.m. Worship with Sunday school. Glenwood City UMC: 9:45 a.m. Worship with Sunday school. Downing UMC: 11 a.m. Worship with Sunday school. WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, ELCA, 447 180th St., Osceola, Rexford D. Brandt, pastor Sunday: 8 a.m. Sunday worship service; 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship; 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. Sunday worship service; Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sunday. Wednesday: No Confirmation class; 7 p.m Thanksgiving Eve service. WORD OF LIFE FELLOWSHIP, Clear Lake Patricia and Harlen Wienke, pastors Sunday: 10 a.m. Worship. Tuesday: 9 a.m. Healing Rooms by appointment. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Adult Bible Study.

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Carol J. Kehl

Mark R. Wien

Gerald A. “Jerry” Klinkhammer

Carol J. Kehl, 65, from Amery, passed away on November 15, 2015. She had been recently diagnosed with stomach cancer. With the help of hospice and some family, Carol moved into her daughter’s (Melissa Wendt) home to live out the last memories of her life. Melissa’s fiance’ Jeff, Carol’s mother Marlene, Carol’s brother Mike and Carol’s grandson Cody were able to share in her last moments and goodbyes. Carol was born in Amery on January 23, 1950 the beloved daughter of Raymond Peterson and Marlene Morrissey. Carol had recently retired from Polk County Human Services. She was looking forward to continue working on her quilting treasures (mostly gifts as many will remember) and also spending time with her new great grandchild Zoey. Carol’s father Raymond Peterson precedes her death but she leaves many loved ones to celebrate her memory: her daughter Melissa Wendt, grandchildren Dominique and Cody Wendt, great grandchild Zoey Wendt, mother Marlene Morrissey, brothers Mike Wilhelm and Barry Peterson, sisters Nila Smith and Connie Adams, along with many nieces, nephews, friends and a new great grandchild on the way. At Carol’s request, no public service will be held. The family is grateful for any and all condolences. The Northwest Wisconsin Cremation Center in Milltown, Wisconsin, has been entrusted to carry out Carol’s last wishes.

Mark Ralph Wien was born January 12, 1956 to James F. Wien and Mary Inman Whipple Wien in Minneapolis, MN. He grew up in South Minneapolis and graduated from West High School. At age 19, he came to know Christ. Shortly after that, he moved into Park House, a discipleship house of Jesus People Church. Part of living in the house required he do work for the church, mostly running errands. While carrying out his duties, he reported to a young lady named Sylvia Carlson. Five years later, he began to date this young lady and one year later she changed her name to Sylvia Wien. They were married November 14, 1981 at Jesus People Church in Minneapolis. December 18, 1982 they added Jeremy Mark Wien to the family. The following year, Mark, Sylvia and baby Jeremy moved to Amery, WI. November 4, 1985, Jesse Robert Wien joined the happy family. Heidi Michelle Wien was added to the family on June 13, 1988, shortly after they purchased their first home. The home was a fi xer upper and Mark and several friends and relatives worked to remodel the little place by North Twin Lake. In 1996 they relocated across town to the house where Mark resided at his passing. Mark found a career working as an HVAC service technician, most notably working with Gerald Schwan Plumbing and Heating and Osceola Plumbing and Heating. When Mark wasn’t spending time with family or volunteering his time to the church, he would spend several hours with his amateur radio hobby. He was a member of the Polk County Amateur Radio Association and the Amateur Radio branch of the Salvation Army. Mark passed away at Regions Hospital in St. Paul, Minnesota on Sunday, November 15, 2015. Mark was a loving father, husband and friend to many. He is remembered fondly and greatly missed by his family and numerous loved ones. Funeral services were on Thursday, November 19, 2015 at 2:00 pm at New Life Community Church in Amery. There was visitation at the funeral home on Wednesday from 4 to 7 pm and for the hour prior to the service at the church. Burial was at the Amery Cemetery. You may sign an online guest book and view a video tribute at www.williamsonwhite.com. The Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services assisted the family.

Gerald A. “Jerry” Klinkhammer, age 86, of Grantsburg, WI, passed away Monday night, October 19, 2015, at Comforts of Home in Frederic, WI, with family by his side. Jerry was born March 20, 1929, in Almena, Barron Co., WI, to the late Enos I. and Mathilda (Buhr) Klinkhammer. He was the youngest of 10 children. He attended public grade school and high school in Turtle Lake, WI. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Ann Catholic Church in Turtle Lake. Jerry married Carol Gamache in 1948, and they had a son Jeffrey. Carol passed away March 1, 2002. He was a dedicated, lifetime employee of Associated Milk Producers, Inc. (AMPI) rising from a lab technician to plant supervisor. Jerry enjoyed many outdoor activities – snowmobiling, construction, landscaping, fishing, and especially hunting. On March 17, 2005, Jerry was united in marriage to Karen Erickson (nee: Ryan) at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Grantsburg. Preceding him in death are his parents, Mathilda and Enos; his wife, Carol; brothers: Albert, Walter, Oscar, Leo, Joseph, Raymond, and George Klinkhammer; and a sister, Margaret Wick. Jerry is survived by his wife, Karen; his son, Jeffrey (Diane) Klinkhammer; granddaughter, Paula (Shalin) Johnson; great-grandchildren, Bennett and Natalie Johnson; stepsons: William (Lilly), Brian (Christine), and Robert (Lori) Erickson, and their families; his 100 year old sister, Dorothy Cory; sister-in-law, Ramona Klinkhammer; and many loved relatives and friends. A Memorial Mass was celebrated at 11:00 am (visitation 9:30 to 11:00 am), Wednesday, October 28, 2015, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Grantsburg, with Father Tom Thakadipuram officiating. The Rite of Committal was held at Riverside Cemetery, Grantsburg. Arrangements have been entrusted with Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Grantsburg, WI, 715-463-6700. Online condolences may be expressed at www.swedberg-taylor.com.

Janet K. Hegeman

Janet K. Hegeman, age 71, of Boyceville, WI passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 14, 2015 at Mayo Clinic Health System – Menomonie. She was born March 1, 1944 in Turtle Lake, WI to Frank and Mildred (Ritzaur) Peterson and graduated from Amery High School in May 1962. April 4, 1964 she married Loren L. Hegeman. They had two children, Troy and Staci. They enjoyed trapshooting and camping together. She enjoyed reading and doing puzzles and making the best strawberry jam for her family. Janet’s greatest joy was being able to see her grandchildren on a daily basis. She always kept her cupboards full of their favorite snacks, even as adults. Janet is survived by her children, Troy (Dede) and Staci (Jason); her grandkids, Chad, Cody, Brooklynn, Ashlin, Treylyn, Talyn, and Brylynn; her great grandchildren, Aspyn and Colt; her sister, Gayle Hughes; brothers, Gary (Sally) Peterson and Don (Wray) Peterson; sisters in law, Helen Peterson, Karen (Terry) Engeman, Shiela Hegeman and by nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Loren; parents Frank and Mildred Peterson, and brother, Daryl Peterson. Memorial Services were held at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2015 at Olson Funeral Home in Menomonie, WI with Pastor Dale Moe officiating. To share a memory, please visit obituaries at www. olsonfuneral.com

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Joseph Swanson

Joseph Swanson, 55, of Center City, Minnesota, died November 20, 2015 after battling esophageal cancer. Born in Amery, Wisconsin to Alvin and Carlene Swanson, Joe was a devoted husband to Marilyn (Rude) Swanson of Rice Lake, Wisconsin, loving son, father and grandfather, and valued friend. From a young age, Joe enjoyed building exceptional pieces of cabinetry and turned this passion into a career, founding Precision Woodworks and Design, Inc. in 1995. Joe lived a life full of adventure and spontaneity, and was always looking forward to learning something new. He is survived by: wife Marilyn; sons Travis (Kari) and Josh (Amie); daughter Chelsey (Aaron Berg); grandchildren Madisyn and Tyler Swanson, and Maverick Berg; mother Carlene; brothers Tom and Curt (Linda); mother-in-law Bertha Rude; several cousins, nieces and nephews, and many other loved relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his father, Alvin Swanson and sister-in-law Theresa Swanson. Pastor Ric Stanghelle will officiate the service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at Lakes Free Church in Lindstrom, Minnesota, with visitation beginning at 10 a.m. Visitation will also be held 4-7 p.m. Tuesday, November 24, 2015 at Grandstrand Funeral Home in Lindstrom, Minnesota. Interment at Balsam Lake Lutheran Cemetery in Amery, Wisconsin. Condolences may be expressed online at www. grandstrandfh.com

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Norman G. Johnson

Norman Gordon Johnson was born on July 27, 1931 to Theodore James and Mildred (Paulson) Johnson on the family farm in Clear Lake, WI. He grew up in and attended school in Clear Lake, graduating in 1949. After school, Norman worked for a short time until he served in the Army and fought in the Korean War. After his service, he moved back to Clear Lake in 1954. On March 16, 1956 he was united in marriage to Barbara Fox, and the couple made their home in Clear Lake where they farmed and raised five children, along with taking in several foster children. They sold the farm in 1980 and moved into town in Clear Lake, and in 1996 moved to Amery where they currently reside. On November 19, 2015 Norman passed away at the age of 84 at Golden Age Manor where he was currently living due to health issues. Norman was a lifetime member of the Clear Lake VFW Post 5828, and member of the Amery Free Lutheran Church. He enjoyed playing and watching

baseball, as well as bowling and playing horseshoes. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Crystal and brother, Marvin. He is survived by his loving wife, Barbara; sons, Dan, Rod (Donna), Robert (Denise) and Jerry (Jesseca); daughter, Mary Ellen Johnson; seven grandchildren, eight great grandchildren; sisters, Margaret Peterson and Adeline Myhrwold, as well as other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm on Tuesday, November 24, 2015 at the Amery Free Lutheran Church, with Pastor Eric Christensen presiding. A visitation will be held from 4 to 7 pm on Monday, November 23, 2015 at the Williamson-White Funeral Home in Amery, as well as for the hour prior to the service at the church. Interment with Military Honors will be at the Fox Cemetery. Pallbearers are, Dan Johnson, Rod Johnson, Bob Johnson, Jerry Johnson, J.R. Johnson and Amber Johnson, along with honorary pallbearers, Kenneth Johnson, Jamie Johnson and Jordan Johnson. To sign a guestbook and view a video tribute, visit www.williamsonwhite.com. Arrangements were made with the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Amery.

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MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The state could save more than $40 million annually by moving to a self-insurance model to cover public workers' health care costs, according to a report that a consulting firm handed to the state insurance board Tuesday. Under a self-insurance model, the state would pay for benefits directly and assume the risk of cost overruns rather than purchasing insurance from 17 HMOs. The report sets the stage for a possible board vote in February on moving to such a model, a move that could reverberate across Wisconsin's health insurance markets. According to Segal Consulting's report, moving to self-insurance would eliminate the need to pay fees that the Affordable Care Act levied on health insurance issuers. The fees don't apply to self-insurance plans; if the state self-insured it could save $18 million annually in fees, according to the report. The move also would eliminate premium taxes levied by providers who participate in the state's program but are based in other states. And self-insurance would reduce administrative costs and improve cash flow since the state would pay claims as needed rather than pre-pay for coverage on a monthly premium basis, the report said. The state also would have complete flexibility in designing coverage plans and contracts with provider networks, the report said. That could help the state reduce its exposure to an excise tax that the federal health care law will impose on high-cost, employer-sponsored health care coverage beginning in 2018. Most other states have turned to a self-insurance model, the report noted.

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LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT, POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Irene E. Simon DOD: October 13, 2015 Notice Setting Time to Hear Application and Deadline for Filing Claims (Informal Administration) Case No. 2015 PR 89 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth January 15, 1915 and date of death October 13, 2015, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 220 Scholl Court, Amery, WI 54001. 3. The application will be heard at the Polk County Courthouse, 1005 W. Main St., Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500, before Jenell L. Anderson, Probate Registrar, on December 11, 2015 at 9 a.m. You do not need to appear unless you object. The application may be granted if there is no objection. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is February 16, 2016. 5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500. 6. This publication is notice to any persons whose names or address are unknown. Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar November 6, 2015 B rian D. Byrnes, Byrnes Law Office, LLC 314 Keller Ave. North Amery WI 54001 715-268-5000 Bar Number 1032419

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More limited bill to track school crime introduced MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A second proposal to track crime in Wisconsin public schools has been introduced. The measure proposed Tuesday would create a pilot program to track crime and student safety incidents in one urban district, one suburban district and one rural school. That bill comes after Republican Rep. John Jagler, of Watertown, last month proposed requiring information on school report cards about crimes committed at all high schools, their events and on school buses. The latest bill is by Republican Senate President Mary Lazich, of New Berlin, and Republican Rep. Ken Skowronski, of Franklin. Jagler says he is not interested in a trial program. He says information about crime in schools should be reported and available statewide. The proposals may be considered in January when the Legislature resumes its session.

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Wisconsin Assembly committee backs hunting harassment bill BY TODD RICHMOND ASSOCIATED PRESS

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin lawmakers edged closer to passing a bill that would prohibit people from bothering hunters in the woods, pushing the measure through a committee Tuesday despite questions about whether it is necessary or constitutional. The Assembly's natural resources committee passed the Republican-authored bill on a 14-1 vote. The committee's minority Democrats questioned whether the bill might violate nature lovers' free speech rights but only one of them, Rep. Diane Hesselbein of Middleton, ultimately voted against the proposal. Concerns about hunter harassment have grown since the Wolf Patrol, a group of animal rights activists, followed and filmed wolf hunters in Wisconsin and Montana in 2014 looking for illegal activity. The federal government placed Great Lakes wolves back on the endangered species list last year, ending Wisconsin wolf hunts. But bear

hunters fear activists will come after them next. Still, it's unclear whether hunter harassment is really a problem in Wisconsin. State law already prohibits stalking and interfering with hunting, fishing or trapping activities. During a hearing about the bill last month, its author, Rep. Adam Jarchow, R-Balsam Lake, pointed to anecdotes about people making noise under tree stands to ruin hunts as a reason it's needed. But he didn't cite a single instance where someone had been convicted of harassing or threatening a hunter and he didn't respond to repeated messages seeking clarification of that point. A state Department of Natural Resources spokesman had no data immediately available when asked if the agency has any record of hunter harassment convictions. Wolf Patrol representatives say the group has never actually impeded or interfered with anyone. The bill would add scouting, dog training, baiting and feeding to the

list of protected hunting activities. It also would expand the definition of interference to include remaining in a hunter's sight, photographing a hunter, using a drone to photograph a hunter and confronting a hunter more than twice with the intention of interfering with or impeding their activity. First-time violators would face a $500 fine. Subsequent offenses would carry steeper fines as well as jail time. The bill's opponents say the state's stalking laws already protect hunters and blocking people from watching, approaching or photographing hunters on public land would violate the First Amendment's free speech guarantee. Supporters counter that a person would have to intentionally interfere with a hunter to run afoul of the law. Republicans on the committee joined with Democrats Tuesday and adopted an amendment from Rep. Mark Spreitzer, D-Beloit, which clarifies that someone would have to intentionally interfere with a hunting activity to be convicted.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE VILLAGE OF CLAYTON 2016 BUDGET Notice is hereby given that on Wednesday, December 9, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at the Village Municipal Building located at 133 Clayton Ave East the Clayton Village Board will conduct a Public Hearing on the proposed 2016 budget. A detailed account of the proposed budget will be available at the office of the Village Clerk-Treasurer located at 111 Clayton Ave West

GENERAL FUND: REVENUES GENERAL PROPERTY TAX TAXES SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS INTERGOVERNMENTAL REVENUE LICENSES & PERMITS FINES, FORFEITURES & PENALTIES PUBLIC CHARGES FOR SERVICES INTERGOVERNMENTAL CHARGES MISC REVENUE OTHER FINANCING SOURCES GRAND TOTAL REVENUES

2015 BUDGET

2016 % PROPOSED CHANGE

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EXPENDITURES: TOTAL GENERAL GOVERNMENT 74,353.60 PUBLIC SAFETY 197,324.39 PUBLIC WORKS 95,651.74 HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES 2,260.95 CULTURE, RECREATION, & EDUCATION 14,104.76 CONSERVATION & DEVELOPMENT 6,453.00 CAPITAL OUTLAY 4,065.00 DEBT SERVICE & OTHER FINANCING 73,225.70 GRAND TOTAL EXPEDITURES 467,439.14

83,815.97 198,971.56 97,651.80 2,309.00 14,295.00 5,273.00 19,155.00 47,332.81 468,804.14

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You can renew your Amery Free Press subscription just by calling 715-268-8101 NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING FOR CITY OF AMERY, WISCONSIN 2016 BUDGET NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That on December 2nd, 2015 at 5:00 PM at the Amery City Hall, the City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed budget for 2016. The following is a summary of the proposed 2016 budget, detailed account of the proposed budget may be inspected at the Amery City Hall. ProposedPercentage GENERAL FUND 2015 Budget 2016 Budget Change Expenditures and Other Uses: General Government 556,431 627,234 Public Safety 998,603 1,125,512 Public Works 742,344 767,032 Health and Human Services 200 175 Culture, Recreation and Education 83,812 87,939 Conservation and Development 9,000 9,000 Rainy Day Fund 55,000 22,250 Debt Service 488,761 448,188 Total Expenditures $2,934,151 $3,087,330 5.22% Revenues and Other Sources: Taxes: General Property Taxes $1,445,702 Other Taxes 166,756 Special Assessments 2,699 Intergovernmental 851,347 Intergovernmental Charges for Services232,121 Licenses and Permits 44,996 Fines, Forfeitures and Penalties 45,100 Public Charges for Services 46,730 Other Revenues 98,700 Total Revenues $2,934,151 All Governmental

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Osceola beats Lodi 28-0 to earn Division 4 state title BY TAMIRA MADSEN ASSOCIATED PRESS

MADISON, Wis. (AP) Running back Ethan Ellingsworth set the stage for a Chieftans offense that gave Osceola a 28-0 victory over Lodi on Thursday in the WIAA Division 4 state championship. Ellingsworth had nine carries for 108 yards and one touchdown for Osceola (13-1), which earned

its second state title in program history, to go along with a 1984 championship. The Chieftans held a powerful Lodi offense to 220 overall yards, including 85 passing yards, to post its third shutout of the season. The Blue Devils (13-1), who had three turnovers, were appearing in their first state championship. Ellingsworth, a junior, bolted 77 yards on a punt

return to the 12-yard line, and four plays later, quarterback Tucker Hazzard ran one yard for the first-quarter touchdown that put Osceola on the board at 7-0. Osceola coach Scott Newton said he was pleased with his team’s overall effort, though the accomplishments on defense jumped out. “I always believe defense wins championships” Newton said. “If

you play great defense, you have a chance to win. We did that.” Osceola pounded the

ground with 217 rushing yards to wear down a Blue Devils defense that allowed 68 points (5.2

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Hockey Bantams Thursday, November 12 Amery 1, Stillwater 4 Goals: Zach Zobczak Saves: Josh Bohn 13 Saturday, November 14 Amery 5, Menomonie 1 Goals: Jackson Henningsgard 2, Allison Dahlberg, Fletcher Kjeseth 2 Assists: Derek Rademaker, McAdam Smith, Layton Borst, Pake Brown Saves: Josh Bohn 37 Amery 6, Somerset 4 Goals: Miles Troff 2, Jackson Henninsgard 3, Fletcher Kjeseth Assists: Marty Hellie, Derek Rademaker, McAdam Smith 2, Wyatt Johnson, Layton Borst. Saves: Josh Bohn 43

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Hunter Marko will wrestle as a Minnesota Gopher next year. Pictured left to right are Amery Principal Shawn Doerfler, Coach (and dad) Scott Marko, Hunter Marko, Greg Nichols, Athletic Director Josh Gould, and Coach Paul Enslin.

Making a Mark’o’ in wrestling history Amery senior signs with Minnesota BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

A dream in the waiting has now become a reality for Amery senior Hunter Marko. The three-time state wrestling champion, signed his official letter of intent on Nov. 23 to wrestle for the University of Minnesota Golden Gophers next season. “It has been a dream of mine to wrestle for the Gophers since I was a little boy,” Marko said. “There is something really special about Minnesota wrestling, and I can’t wait to be a part of it.” His path to collegiate wrestling didn’t always appear to be heading west, however, as Marko originally had given a verbal commitment to the University of Wisconsin prior to his junior season. Following the verbal commitment, Marko went on to raise his own stock by winning his third straight state title and bring his three-year career record to 114-4. In July, he withdrew his commitment to UW, opening the door for other recruiters. In addition to the Gophers, Marko was flooded with phone calls and letters

from the likes of Penn State, Iowa, Cornell, Lehigh, Iowa State, Stanford, Penn, Cal Poly, North Dakota State, Maryland, Brown, Clarion, Columbia, Army and Air Force. Aside from his childhood fascination with the Gophers, Marko said he chose Minnesota because they were the perfect fit for his style. “The plan is for me to redshirt next season and build myself into a solid 149 pounder,” he said. “I also believe that they can help me reach my full potential and reach my goals of winning NCAA Division 1 national titles along with Big 10 titles.” Reaching this level of wrestling prowess has not come without sacrifices, however. “I’ve never really had a summer to just sit back and relax like most teenagers,” Marko said. “My summers are spent in a wrestling room and camps around the country. “I also had to push off getting my drivers’ license because my training conflicted with the driver’s ed program. I wasn’t going to get passed by my competition over a driver’s license.” Hunter’s father and coach, Scott Marko, said he couldn’t be happier to see his son reach one of his dreams.

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“He has grown up going to Gopher matches, and dreaming about stepping on the mat to be part of that historic program,” Scott said. “The fact that he gets to chase his dream makes me unbelievably happy. What he has sacrificed, and the amount of work that he has put into this goes beyond belief. He has been at the Pavilion for some of the most exciting Big 10 matches ever wrestled. Now he may be able to take his turn on the mat to represent the University of Minnesota.” “I have no regrets on the sacrifices I have had to make,” Hunter said. “I would just like to thank God for the talents and abilities I have been given to do what I love, my family for all of the sacrifices they make so I can go after my dreams, my friends for always pushing me to be the best I can be, and my coaches (my dad, Jared Lawrence, Brandon Paulson, coach Nichols and Enslin) and workout partners for helping me improve every day.” Hunter’s dedication has put him in the driver’s seat of his own career and dreams as he enters his senior season as the top wrestler in the state. The fact that he just received his driver’s license last week is just icing on the cake.

Sunday, November 15 Amery 5, Hudson 5 Goals: Jackson Henningsgard, Jack Alton, Wyatt Johnson, Fletcher Kjeseth 2 Assists: Fletcher Kjeseth, McAdam Smith, Miles Troff, Jackson Henningsgard 2 Saves: Josh Bohn 22

This week’s sports Amery Boys Basketball 12-1 at Somerset

Amery Girls Basketball 11-24 vs. Somerset 12-1 vs. Rice Lake

Amery Hockey 11-27 Tournament at Amery 11-28 Tournament at Amery 12-1 vs. Spooner

Clayton Boys Basketball 11-30 at Glenwood City

Clayton Girls Basketball 11-24 vs. Frederic 12-1 at Prairie Farm

Clear Lake Girls Basketball 11-24 at Spring Valley 12-1 vs. Cameron

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Alicia Monson (seated) will soon be attending UW Madison and running as a Badger. Left to right are Amery Principal Shawn Doerfler, Coach Kelsey Faschingbauer, Coach Paul Enslin, Athletic Director Josh Gould, and Bucky Badger.

Monson runs to DI scholarship at Madison BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Winning a state cross country title in her final high school cross country career isn’t enough for Amery senior Alicia Monson. On Nov. 24, she committed to continuing her improvement as a student, runner and competitor by signing an official letter of intent to run for the University of Wisconsin-Madison Badger Women’s Cross Country and Track and Field Teams. It will be a year round

commitment for this high school standout when she makes her way to Madison next fall. She will be running cross country in the fall, indoor track in the winter and outdoor track in the spring. Her decision to attend UW-Madison was not strictly an athletic decision. In fact, it was a secondary consideration after determining that Wisconsin was the best fit for her to pursue her Food Science and Dietetics degree. “We have been through

Amherst beats Spencer/Columbus Catholic 42-0 in Division 5 BY ANDREW GRUMAN ASSOCIATED PRESS

MADISON, Wis. (AP) - Garrett Groshek had 333 yards of total offense and six touchdowns to lead Amherst to the WIAA Division 5 state championship with a 42-0 victory over Spencer/Columbus Catholic. It’s the second state championship for Amherst (14-0), which lost to Lancaster in the Division 5 final in 2014. Groshek, the Wisconsin Football Coaches Association’s offensive player of the year, completed 11 of 14 passes for 172 yards and four touchdowns, and ran for 161 yards and two touchdowns on 12 carries. The senior scored on runs of 29 and 78 yards, while Amaziah McCall and Joshua Cisewski each caught a pair of touchdowns. Spencer/Columbus Catholic (13-1) committed two turnovers in the end zone on fourth down plays in the first half and finished with just 124 yards of total offense.

the college search with our older college kids,” said Alicia’s mother, Beth. “This was much the same, with the added layer of athletics.” After completing some internet searches and speaking to coaches, Alicia narrowed her field to

three schools to visit. “As parents, we would have been happy to send her to any of those three schools; each of them have certain points which were slightly different, but all good schools and good people in the coaching staff,”

Beth said. “Distance runners in general are so supportive of each other and seem to thrive on the support of teammates -- as we saw this year in Alicia’s running partners. “It was nice for Alicia to meet the women al-

ready on the team to help her make the decision. We are pleased with her decision and look forward to seeing many Amery kids and possibly two cousins joining her there.”

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The Amery Hospital & Clinic Volunteer Partners invite you to participate in lighting the outdoor Love Light Tree on Thursday, December 10 at 6 p.m. Each Love Light on the tree signifies someone special - a loved one honored or a loved one remembered. Red Bows are in honor of or in memory of those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces. All proceeds support the Volunteer Partner’s healthcare related scholarship program for high school students. Entertainment & Christmas Sing-A-Long: Led by the Apple River Ensemble Refreshments & Appetizers: Served immediately following the ceremony A minimum donation of $5 per light/bow is requested; however, larger gifts are welcomed. If you would like to purchase a love light or red bow, please fill out the form below and return, along with your donation, to: Patti Johnson, 510 95th Street, Amery, WI 54001. Please make checks payable to AHC Volunteer Partners. Deadline is 12/5/15. LOVE LIGHTS Name: _____________________________________________ In Honor In Memory Name: _____________________________________________ In Honor In Memory RED BOWS Name: _______________________________________________ In Honor In Memory Name: _______________________________________________ In Honor In Memory Donated By:________________________________________ Address: ___________________________________________ City:____________________State: ______ Zip: ___________ Donation Total: $_______________________ 265 Griffin Street E . Amery, WI 54001 715-268-8000

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Eight Soccer players earn All-Conference honors From left to right: Ryan Van Blaricom Honorable Mention Defender, Braeden Rimestad 1st Team MidFielder, Bennett Paulson 1st Team Goal Keeper, David Olson 2nd Team MidFielder, Craig Richter 1st Team Defender, Sabin Coy 2nd Team Defender, Jonathan Benitez 1st Team Forward, Cody Thomsen 2nd Team MidFielder. “In a conference with nine teams, it is an amazing accomplishment to have eight players from one team receive All Conference recognition. I attribute this to a lot of hard work during the off season by these athletes,” said Coach Flint Karis.

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COOKING WORLD Tidbit: Opportunities are like sunrises; if you wait too long or look the other way, you’ll miss them. Carolyn Lumsden Some of these desserts could be welcome additions to your holiday 715-483-9738 meals. This dessert has layers so looks elegant for any occasion. You will need 24 whole graham crackers. It’s a versatile recipe. See the hint below for variances of the apple flavor. Make this dessert ahead to be ready to serve.

MANSION APPLE DESSERT Combine in large bowl: 2 cartons (8 oz. ea.) frozen whipped topping, thawed 1 c. sour cream 1 can (20 oz.) apple pie fi lling, chopped 1 pkg. (2.4 oz.) instant vanilla pudding 1 tsp. apple pie spice (optional) Put into a large resealable plastic bag. Arrange 4 graham crackers in a rectangle on a flat plate, tray, etc.. Cut a corner into the plastic bag so you can pipe some of the fi lling onto the crackers. Pipe about 1 c. onto the graham crackers. Top with 4 more graham crackers and continue to do the above until you have 6 layers of crackers and fi lling. Reserve some of the fi lling for the top later on when serving. Cover loosely and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight. Remove from refrigerator and let sit 15 minutes. Garnish with chopped walnuts and the rest of the chopped apple fi lling. Slice like slicing a loaf of quick bread to serve. Hint: You can make this with any pie fi lling you wish and or use 1-8 oz. can of crushed pineapple, drained, for a pineapple dessert. This simple dessert brings memories of a tropical island dessert. It’s easy and can be made ahead, too.

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If you’re in a hurry, this meal is just right for you. Make this in your skillet in a short time. SKILLET BEEF AND BEANS Brown in skillet and drain off any grease: 2 pounds ground beef Add and stir all together and heat until hot: 2 cans (15 oz. ea.) pork and beans – your favorite 1 can (7 oz.) diced green chilies (optional) salt and pepper to taste 1/4 c. ketchup 1 pinch of dry mustard Serves 6-8. This bar is for anyone who enjoys rich and creamy desserts. It’s a make-ahead dessert so plan for that extra time of cooling. TOTALLY DELICIOUS BARS Combine and press firmly in bottom of 9x13” baking pan: 1-2/3 c. flour 1/2 c. nuts, chopped (your choice) 3/4 c. butter, melted Bake at 350° for 15 minutes then allow to cool. Beat together until smooth: 1 pkg. (8 oz.) cream cheese, room temp 1 c. powdered sugar Stir in: 1/2 c. frozen whipped topping, thawed Spead mixture over the cooled baked layer. Mix together and spread over the cram cheese mixture: 3 c. cold milk 1 pkg. (3 oz.) instant vanilla pudding 1 pkg. (3 oz.) instant chocolate pudding Top with 1/2 c. frozen whipped topping, thawed and 1 c. shaved chocolate or toasted coconut. Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight. Cut into bars. Serves 12-15. Tip: If you like fresh pineapple, try this. To get a pineapple to ripen faster and be fully sweet, cut off the leafy part and store the pineapple upside down. The sugars will travel from the old top to the new top and hastening ripening leaving a sweet and delicious pineapple quickly.

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These bars contain all sorts of yummy things. Combined they will give your taste buds a special treat. CARAMEL APPLE BARS Combine to make a soft dough: 1 spice cake mix (regular size) 1/3 c. melted butter 1/3 c. apple cider Press half of the dough into the bottom of a sprayed/greased 9x13” baking pan. If needed, spray your hands to pat it into place. Spread over the dough: 1 cup caramel apple dip (found in produce section by the apples) Sprinkle with: 1 c. chopped walnuts 4 c. diced apples, cored, peeled and diced 1 c. white chocolate chips Drop pieces of the dough in small pieces over all of the above. Bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Let cool on wire rack. Combine and drizzle on top of the cooled bars: 1/2 c. powdered sugar 2 tsp. water Let the bars sit for awhile before cutting. Makes up to 24 bars.

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Amery High Term 1 Honor Roll Grade 12 “A” Honor Roll: Margaret Armbrust, Konrad Becker, Johannes Bjorge, Ondre Bleskacek, Casey Brune, Seth Bryan, Alicia Cran, Meikah Dado, Erica Elmer, Peter Elwood, Kolten Espinosa, Brittany Estes, Hannah Fornengo, Katlyn Fouks, Timothy Fredrick, Erika Heiden, Nicholas Hodgson, Jack Ince, Jillian Jensen, Kaylie Johnson, Marissa Johnson, Hannah Julson, Kellie Kjeseth, Emily Klitgard, James Lindquist, Turner Luke, Hunter Marko, Elli Meagher, Alicia Monson, Allison Mork, Robert Ollig, David Olson, Kylee Olson, Samantha Otis, Mykaela Otto, Ethan Panek, Bennett Paulson, Braeden Rimestad, Hannah Roe, Brett Schulte, Brendon Schultz, Andrew Smith, Lilly Soderberg, Christopher Springett, Kara Standaert, Carly Stephenson, Nathan Thompson, Jared Utecht, Riley Walz, Meng Zhao. “B” Honor Roll: Hannah Anderson, Michael Anderson, Devin Austad, Jonathan Benitez, Alana Briseno, Connor Cockroft, Jacob Ganter, Richard Grathwohl, Benjamin Grimsby, Beau Helin, Jacob Howell, Dawn Hughes, Brandon Johnson, Ruben Johnson, Zachary Kjeseth, Kaitlyn McKee, Corey Moore, Tanner Mortensen, Elijah Newton, Frederick Niebergall, Peter Place, Harlie Posey-Larsen, Kaitlyn Rice, Kyle Root, McKenzie Ruud, Chyanne Schutts, Ashley Simonson, Jami Sorensen, Katrina Sorenson, Hailey Streich, Jordan Swagger, August Swenson, Kassandra Swiontek, Cody Thomsen, Kyle Trandum, Matthew Wanless, Kenedi Wrezzes.

Grade 11 “A” Honor Roll: Seth Amundsen, Brittany Anderson, Keeley Brown, Isabella Byrnes, Savannah Cavaco, Lane Christensen, Thomas H. Christensen, Jack Collins, Sabin Coy, Matthew Cree, Lillian Elmer, Ruth Elmer, Kathryn Forrest, Isaac Gorres, Maximillion Goulet, Cole Jakupciak, Jakob Kastanek, Johanna Knutson, Brice Korf, Esmee Luchtenburg,

Emily Maier, Bethany Marquand, Gracie Martin, Madeline Matter, Connor McBrayer, Eric Medina, Dani Meyer, McKenna Meyer, Elizabeth Monette, Kayla Olson, Carl Oman, Dalton Rademaker, Craig Richter, Tristen Robole, Eliabeth Rosenbush-Jonns, Allison Schleusner, Molly Vincent, Kal Waalen, Brianna Wundrow. “B” Honor Roll: Samuel Black, Holly Brickel, Alexander Briseno, Griffin Bryan, Cody Campbell, Rococco Chick, Thomas G. Christenson, Destiny DiCosimo, Kody Dudgeon, Peyton Eiynck, Tayler Elwood, Gabrielle Fredrick, Corey Grundner, Taylor Hanson, Brianna Iverson, Olivia Jensen, Dylan Johnson, Hope Johnson, Allie Karpenske, Meghann Knight, Kaitlyn Krarup, Caleb Ladwig, April Lindberg, Kendra Martin, Maximillian Meyers, Tyler Nichols, Chloe Porter, Damion Posey, Cassandra Pryor, Anthony Riemenschneider, Hayden Russell, Summer Schultz, Austin Sigsworth, Elijah Sjogren, Jocelyn Smith, Jeremiah Stringer, Shayan Tavanae, Mitchell Waalen, Shawn Waalen, Noah Zinn.

Grade 10 “A” Honor Roll: James Baillargeon, Alexis Beese, Katelin Bensen, Myah Carlson, Dylan Clausen, Emma Curtis, Nadine Danninger, Elexis DiCosimo, Adrianna Dietrich, Adam Doroff, Cheyenne Edwards, Michaela Erickson, Grace Grimm, Jenesis Gustafson, Bennett Hellie, Alliana Hoyer, Job Hutchens, Jude Ingham, Krista Jensen, Maxwell Johnson, Sylvie Johnson, Mitchell Kastanek, Bergen Kjeseth, Luke Kjeseth, Allison Klitgard, Alyssa Koehler, Hunter Kuhn, Annie Lorsung, Jacob Mahoney, Myron Marko, Ryan McBrayer, Christopher McLeod, Chase Measner, Deanna Meyer, Wencke Rode, Camden Smith, Duane Stine, Brett Swanson, Ashley VanSomeren, Kallie Weisenbeck, Cameryn White. “B” Honor Roll: Jonathan Bazille, Mackenzie Carlson, Lexa Corrigan, Alexa Dieckman, Saw-

yer Dodge, Timothy Dravis, Samuel Fornengo, Daniel Gannon, Megan Garves, Madison Gates, Nathaniel Golden, Lucas Grimsby, Isaac Hanson, Shane Jonns, Dawson Krarup, Julia Lindquist, Sanchia Linton, Zoe Lyon, Thomas Oman, Zoey Rocha Matthews, Mason Spafford, Timothy Stoeklen, Zachary Swenson, Alex Thomsen, Ryan Van Blaricom.

Grade 9 “A” Honor Roll: Cameron Anderson, Alyssa Antolak, Celia Becker, Elias Boe-Parish, Mason Bosley, Olivia Braaten, Amari Conner, Marlee Dietrich, Greta Eggert, McKenzie Gamache, Rachel Ganje, Dayne Gehrman, Mason Goulet, Madelyn Granica, Maddisen Grimm, Lance Hiltner, Madisen Jackson, Dalton Johnson, Kacey King, Matthew Krahulec, Abigayle Marko, Daniel Marquand, Belle Meyer, Emma Novak, Allison Oman, Andrew Otto, Mikayla Peterson, Noah Rademaker, Abigail Schmidt, Canyon Schwartz, Addison Tollakson, Nicholas Tryon, Noah Ward, Essie Whitehead, Hannah Zinn. “B” Honor Roll: Casey J. Anderson, Rachel Anderson, Montana Bazille, Kaitlyn Bembenek, Michaela Boehm, Joshua Bohn, Gabrielle Brandt, Shania Burstad, Jonathon Byrnes, Alexis Castorena Gonsalez, Kaylee Chick, Brenna Davis, Madison De Leon, Madison Dittman, Dylan Eiynck, Brett Forrest, Tristin Fredrick, Sarah Gilbertson, Alexis Grundner, Mason Helbig, Matthew Hoff, Isobel Koenig, Reece Kulzer, Grace Long, Katie Meck, Kevin Medina, Cassandra Moore, Trevor Morse, Devan Nelson, Shannon Olson, Olivia Peterson, Tyler Peterson, Sophia Porter, Megan Robertson, Ava Roe, Irving Saavedra Sanchez, Jeremiah Sillman, Laura Simonson, William Sizemore, KaleyJo Slack, Michael Smith, Grace Springett, Adrian Troff, Lance Waalen.

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Community Center holds Potluck and Bingo We want to sincerely thank the volunteers, vendors, bakers, and attendees who helped to make our Annual Fall Bazaar & Bake Sale such a huge success. The support of our members and community mean so much to the Center and for this we are very grateful. Since our last potluck was such a success we’ve decided to hold it every month on the second Friday starting at noon. Bring a dish to pass and then stick around to play Bingo at 1pm. Members, you are invited to bring a guest to these events. Our Annual Christmas Party will take place on Thursday, December 3rd. Lunch will be served at 11am followed by the melodious voices of the Right Reverends at noon. If you have not heard the Right Reverends perform you will not want to miss this event. There will be door prizes and a Silent Auction as well. The cost is $6 for the meal and show. Reservations must be made by December 1st as space is limited. We are also serving our Annual Christmas Day Dinner on December 25th hosted by Lisa, Bob and Ashley Turek-Shay. There will be a social get together at 11:30 and the meal will be served at noon. RSVP to Amery Community Center: 715-268-6605. Do you want to explore the world of watercolor? Then sign up for a two day watercolor workshop taught by Paul Oman, a well-known muralist. Paul shows you how to paint with freedom and simplicity. The workshop will be held at Amery Community Center on January 27th and 28th from 9am-4pm. The cost is $150 and the class is limited to 20 participants. To register contact Paul at 715-790-2029 or at paul@paulomanfineart. com. Don’t forget that we take rummage sale items all year long. They don’t have to be priced, but if they are just leave the tags on them. We don’t take old electronics, clothing or large furniture. Items can be dropped off at the Center during normal office hours. The winners of the Tuesday pool players were Gary Snelling in first place, Mary Fisher in second, Jim Webb took third and Carl Johnson placed fourth. Thursday pool winners were Dennis Psick in first, Paul Seidel in second, Val Hansen took third place, and Carl Johnson placed fourth. The Wii bowling winners were Dave Olson in first place, Carl Johnson in second, and Sandy White took third place. The Wednesday bridge winners were Sydney Lund in first, Judy Strobush in second, and Steve Wilhelm in third. Congratulations to all! Have a safe and wonderful week…..Susan Shachtman, Assistant Director

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PETS AT ARNELL MEMORIAL HUMANE SOCIETY I missed having a cat after twenty years of feline companionship which had ended a couple months before. When

for sampling. I kept the door closed until training was complete, then started letting them out in the living room by

I saw the request for people to do foster care in the Arnell column – I thought “That’s it!” I stopped in at Arnell a few days later, offered my services. We talked about my life and experience with cats, my home situation and the cats that would benefit from being in a foster home. A few weeks later I got the call. Would I take a Siamese mother with six kittens who were 10 days old? I would have them until they were about eight weeks old, weaned and ready to be adopted. Sure I would. I picked them up the next day. They were waiting in a large pet carrier, accompanied by bags of kitten chow and litter. I now realized I had never actually had a mother and her kittens in my house before. I had grown up on a farm. Cats had their litters in the haymow. When you found them, Mama Cat moved them. So I was prepared for the possibility of playing Hide and Seek. I provided a padded throw in a corner of my library as a suitable location for kittens. I showed Mama the litter box, food and water in the bathroom. We were settling in. Mama was a beautiful, long haired regal Siamese I named her Cleo. She had a grey plume of a tail that swayed gently as she glided along. She was in charge of where the kittens would be and moved their location twice. This location lasted about a week, when the kittens began moving around. It was becoming apparent it was time for litter box training. The next move was to the bathroom. Food and water were available

twos for short periods of time. Finally, I just left the door open one night. They could sneak by faster than I could catch them and they were doing well outside of the bathroom. I came downstairs in the morning, no kittens in sight. I spent 20 minutes searching, eying Cleo suspiciously. Then I got a flashlight and shined it under my recliner. Eyes shined back at me. This is where they spent their nights from then on. A point needs to be made here; always check under a recliner when kittens are present, before adjustment. Through all of this, they were growing. A couple needed extra nourishment which I gave with a syringe. Cleo was doing a great job of mothering, which included me. One night after I had gone upstairs to bed, I heard her come up. She jumped up on the bed, walked around, nustling my head and shoulders. Then she gave me a kiss on the cheek and quietly left. Her family was safe for the night. Six kittens are an active crew, but when I sat down on the recliner they would join me for cuddling and napping. At times I would have all six sprawled from my shoulders to my knees. (Kittens also have sharp claws. They would climb my legs like trees. Good idea to wear long pants.) When the kittens were six weeks old, it was time for weaning. Cleo returned to Arnell Humane Society, the kittens stayed with me for another week. One of the first things I get asked when I tell people I’m fostering is, “Isn’t it hard to give them up?”

Of course! The house is too quiet, nobody to cuddle. But I knew Arnell would find good homes for them, which happened quickly once they returned for adoption. Cleo did not get adopted so readily. I had been visiting her and finally one day told Mary the Director, I wanted to adopt her. She said, “No, you can’t. We have three more kittens that need a place to go.” So I took the three waifs. They were too young for adoption and all I had to do was take care of them until they were old enough. Delightful. Keep the food and water coming, the litter box clean and a lap to curl up in. Incidentally, Cleo was adopted to her new home the day after I took home the three waifs. Another set of three kittens needed time and treatment to overcome an upper respiratory virus. They were put on a regimen of anti-biotic that was administered orally, twice a day and were eventually returned to the shelter and from there, found homes. I do have to say that fostering the cats has been a positive experience. Arnell provided food, medication and equipment as needed. Mary made home visits to give vaccinations, check on their progress and give any help needed. The staff at Arnell works to see that the particular needs of each of their guests are being met in the best way possible. The facility is clean. It’s furnished with cat furniture, toys and room for exercising. There are comfortable chairs for visitors to sit and commune with whatever feline takes one’s fancy – or vice versa. Sometimes, a little extra care or time is needed. That’s where fostering comes in. It fits my situation perfectly. Maybe yours too? Jan Bergren, Amery If fostering shelter dogs or cats fits your home and life style, please contact Arnell Memorial Humane Society. Our need for fostering comes up unexpectedly and takes various shapes and sizes. A list of Foster Homes is a great asset for providing the best possible care to animals in need. 715 268-7387 (PETS) and online: ARNELLHUMANE.ORG

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Character Development in the 1930s Make certain your handshake is never flabby because it gives a bad first impression. This bit of wisdom came from checklist on personality and behavior. Growing Up A few weeks ago Editor Tom Stangl in Amery mentioned that in Loren Elkin Iowa 20 years ago when meeting candidates running for president that he shook hands with one famous political individual. The man had a flabby, fingers only handshake. First impressions become lasting impressions. Others: Keep promises, walk confidently, be courteous, praise generously, and give a sincere “Thank you” for something done for you. My Mom Emma Larson taught in one-room schools in Polk County from 1928 to 1938, moving from school to school each year. Among her papers I found a list called Personality Check-Up that she glued to a stiffer paper so she could use it each year. Cut from a magazine, it listed over 20 suggestions as rules and guidelines for making a good impression on others. Emotional intelligence in some ways, an idea going around public education 20 years ago, that went beyond the skills of reading and arithmetic. It begins: “The things which add to personal power and popularity are simple and few. Here in a nutshell are time-tested rules for improving one’s relations with everybody.” My guess here is that many of you readers could write this list, but for growing students it reminded them of good social interaction. And ideally the parents and relatives of these students would re-enforce these human interaction tips. KANABEC Others: Look a person in the eye while giving a firm handshake,

remember names of new people you meet, speak calmly without raising your voice as well as avoid arguments, and don’t try to cover up your mistakes. Admit them. It almost sounds like the basic ideas in the book, How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie. Imagine reading this list once a week with students and openly discussing how they work in real life. The conclusion at the bottom of the list: “These suggestion are easy to follow. If practiced even moderately, the results will astonish you!” For a copy of the list, please email me. Old business: The tongue on cold metal hit more than one nerve (pun intended), and females ‘fessed up about falling into that terrible trap. One fell asleep by a window and her tongue locked onto the metal casing. Another got lured by the back of the refrigerator, thinking that white frosty material might taste like ice cream. No, it didn’t and she was

ensnared back there until rescue arrived. --Still need information on John Starrett, the bent-over man who walked the streets of Amery and highway F toward Clear Lake. --Small matter, but in the last column I clumsily wrote that “one of my favorite photos of my dad and I”. Should be “me”. Before I emailed the Free Press to ask why they changed what I sent, I looked at what I sent them. I was wrong (applying one of the personality traits above). COUNTY --email me at elkfarm@wctc.net

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SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS AMERY Monday, Nov. 30— ES & MS breakfast: Scrambled egg/English muffi n or mini lumberjack (mini pancakes and sausage) or cold cereal choices, grahams, fruit choice and fruit juice. MS & HS morning nutrition break: Scrambled egg/ English muffi n or lumberjack (pancakes/sausage on a stick) or frudel or cold cereal choices, grahams, fruit choice and fruit juice. Elementary lunch: French toast/sausage, sweet potato puffs, garden bar, fruit choices or box lunch. IS/MS lunch: Grilled chicken sandwich, or french toast/sausage, or box lunch; sweet potato puffs. HS lunch: Grilled chicken sandwich, or French toast/ sausage, or Uncrustable, or Box lunch; sweet potato puffs.

Tuesday, Dec. 1— ES & IS breakfast: Assorted breads or Mini blueberry waffles or Cold cereal choices, cheese stick, fruit choice and fruit juice. MS & HS morning break: Assorted breads or bacon egg scramble or mini blueberry waffles or cold cereal choices, cheese stick, fruit choice and fruit juice.

CLEAR LAKE Monday, Nov. 30— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal or oatmeal, Pop Tart, fruit juice, fruit, milk choice. Elementary lunch: Cheese pizza or turkey & cheese wrap, salad bar, green beans, sliced apples, milk choice. High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, Pop Tart, cereal bar, cheese stick, pancake sausage stick, banana bread. High school lunch: Cheese pizza or club wrap, garden salad, green beans, sliced pears, sliced apples, milk.

Tuesday, Dec. 1— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal and yogurt or pancake sausage stick with syrup, fruit juice, fruit, milk choice. Elementary lunch: “Brunch Lunch,” cheese omelet, sausage links, juice, hash browns, muffi n, bell pepper strips, orange wedges, milk. High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, muffi n, Long John, Krave S’mores,

Elementary lunch: Deluxe nachos, black bean salad, garden bar, fruit choices or box lunch. IS/MS lunch: Deluxe nachos, or chicken quesadilla, or box lunch; black bean salad. HS lunch: Deluxe nachos, or chicken quesadilla, or uncrustable, or box lunch; black bean salad.

Wednesday, Dec. 2— ES & IS breakfast: Mini pancakes or bacon egg scramble or cold cereal choices, grahams, fruit choice and fruit juice. MS & HS morning break: Mini pancakes or breakfast egg wrap or uncrustable or cold cereal choices, grahams, fruit choice and fruit juice. Elementary lunch: Hamburger, potato wedges, baked beans, garden bar, fruit choices or box lunch. IS/MS lunch: Hamburger, or corn dog, or box lunch; potato wedges. HS lunch: Hamburger, or corn dog, or uncrustable, or box lunch; potato wedges and baked beans.

Thursday, Dec. 3— ES & IS breakfast: Breakfast pizza or UBR (Ultimate Breakfast Round) or Cold cereal choices, cheese stick, fruit choice and fruit juice.

cheese stick, hard boiled egg. High school lunch: Chicken philly or barbeque chicken sub, fresh vegetables, oriental salad, milk, baked Lays chips, grapes, mandarin oranges.

Wednesday, Dec. 2— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal or Mini Cinni, scrambled eggs, fruit juice, fruit, milk choice. Elementary lunch: Chicken noodle soup, crackers, PB&J “uncrustable,” yogurt cup, vegetables with dip, pears, milk. High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, yogurt, cereal bar, graham crackers, PB&J “uncrustable.” High school lunch: Chicken noodle soup, garlic cheese french bread, vegetables with dip, marinara sauce, applesauce, sliced peaches, milk choice.

Thursday, Dec. 3— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal or peanut butter & jelly “uncrustable,” cheese stick, fruit juice, fruit, milk choice. Elementary lunch: Mini

MS & HS morning break: Breakfast pizza or UBR (Ultimate Breakfast Round) or yogurt parfait or cold cereal choices, cheese stick, fruit choices and fruit juice. Elementary lunch: Deli turkey sandwich, sweet potato fries, garden bar, fruit choices or box lunch. IS/MS lunch: Deli turkey sandwich, or meatball sub, or box lunch; sweet potato fries. HS lunch: Deli turkey sandwich, or meatball sub, or uncrustable, or box lunch; sweet potato fries.

Friday, Dec. 4— ES & IS breakfast: Mini cinnamon roll or Warrior sandwich or cold cereal choices, grahams, fruit choice and fruit juice. MS & HS morning break: Mini cinnamon roll or Warrior sandwich or mini bagel/ cream cheese or cold cereal choices, grahams, fruit choice and fruit juice. Elementary lunch: Grilled cheese/tomato soup, pasta salad, garden bar, fruit choices or box lunch. IS/MS lunch: Grilled cheese/tomato soup, or pizza, or box lunch; pasta salad. HS lunch: Grilled cheese, tomato soup, or pizza, or uncrustable, or box lunch; pasta salad.

corn dogs or Chef salad, macaroni & cheese, steamed broccoli, carrots with dip, applesauce, milk. High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, Pop Tart, muffi n, french toast sticks, sausage links. High school lunch: Mini corn dogs or Chef salad, macaroni & cheese, steamed broccoli, carrots/dip, strawberries, blueberries, milk.

MEAL SITES Everyone age 60 plus is invited for lunch. Meals are served Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Check your site for specific serving time. Suggested donation is $4 per meal. Please call the meal site 24 hours in advance for a reservation. Amery 715-268-6818. Centuria 715-540-2022. Frederic 715-327-8623. Luck 715-472-8300.

Monday, Nov. 30— Salisbury steak, au gratin potato, spinach salad, WW dinner roll, margarine, frosted brownie. Tuesday, Dec. 1— Rosemary pork roast, baked potato, sour cream, green beans, WW bread, margarine, fruit salad. Sites closed on Wednesday. Thursday, Dec. 3— Sweet & sour pork, white rice, steamed cabbage, breadstick, banana. Friday, Dec. 4— Hearty hamburger gravy, mashed potatoes, vegetable blend, WW dinner roll, margarine, fruit crisp.

2015 National Horse Trainer of the Year Finalists named Greatmats, a Milltown manufacturer of horse stall and barn flooring, wishes to honor those trainers that make a positive difference in the lives of the horses and their owners through integrity, outstanding customer service and quality training. That's why it created the National Horse Trainer of the Year Contest. The following horse trainers have been nominated by their peers, clients and community due to their commitment to these values. Sid Zacharias, Rockin Z Ranch, Spooner, Wisconsin Maria Borell, Beacon Hill Farm/Borell Racing, Lexington, Kentucky

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Friday, Dec. 4— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal or cinnamon roll, sausage links, fruit juice, fruit, milk choice. Elementary lunch: Sloppy Joe or grilled chicken sandwich, curly fries, baked beans, grapes, milk choice. High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, yogurt, Pop Tart, chocolate chip crisps, cinnamon roll, cheese omelet . High school lunch: Sloppy Joe or grilled chicken sandwich, curly fries, baked beans, pineapple chunks, fruit juice, milk choice.

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Jessie Baillargeon, Victory Farms, Amery, Wisconsin Andrea Datz, Integrative Horsemanship, Fruita, Colorado Andrea Fappani, Fappani Performance Horses, Scottsdale, Arizona Voting is taking place on Greatmats' Facebook page (facebook. com/Greatmats) now through November 30. The winner will be announced January 4. The National Horse Trainer of the Year Contest is one of four simultaneous contests honoring instructors and trainers from various industries for their commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of their students, clients and community.

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No school program: Super secret spy day Do you have what it takes to be a spy? Join us on November 25 at 10:30 a.m. as we transform into spies by making disguises, decoding secret messages, and searching for clues throughout the library. Lego club / Maker mind afternoons Up for a Lego challenge? Want to make a pipe cleaner ninja? After School Library Club meets on Thursdays, 3:30 p.m.—5 p.m. Bring a note from home to take bus #11 to the library. Children under 8 years of age must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Preschool storytime Preschool story time is held every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. Interactive stories, songs and crafts are geared toward children aged 2-5 and a caregiver. 1,000 books before kindergarten and Baby book bees Start your children on the path to loving books and reading right from birth. These two reading initiatives offer a chance for families to bond and ensure school readiness by reading books and completing various activities. Each program offers prizes at different levels. Teen advisory board Open to 12-18 year olds, the Teen Advisory Board meets on the first Friday of each month, 3:45 p.m.—5:15 p.m., to plan events, talk about books and more. Book discussion The Friends of the Library book discussion group meets on the third Mon-

day of the month at 1:30 p.m. The book selection for December is A Redbird Christmas by Fannie Flagg. Tech help program Have questions about using your computer, tablet, or mobile device? Need some help with Microsoft Word or Excel? The library offers tech help on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 4 p.m.— 7 p.m. No appointment necessary. Book sales The Friends of the Library Book Sale is held on the first Saturday of the month, 9 a.m.—2 p.m., and on the Thursday evening prior to the Saturday sale, 4 p.m.—7 p.m. Friends The Friends of the Amery Area Public Library Foundation, Inc. meets on the 3rd Monday of the month at 4:30 p.m. Meetings are open to all members and to the public. E-books and e-audiobooks Your MORE library card gives you access to the Overdrive collection of e-books, e-audiobooks, streaming videos, and digital magazines; and the Freading collection of e-books. Check out the website Check out the library website at www.amerylibrary.org, or find us on Facebook at facebook.com/amerylibrary. Hours Library hours are Monday through Thursday 9 a.m.—7 p.m., Friday 9 a.m.—6 p.m., and Saturday 9 a.m.—2 p.m. The library will be closed on November 26 and 27 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Thursday Night Results 1. Judy Strobush and Karen Odegard. 2. Pat Carlson and Evie Porter. 3. (tie) Sydney Lund and Mary Lou Stanley; Paul and Shirley Satterlund.

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3 guard units to close in northern Wisconsin CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wis. (AP) — The Wisconsin Army National Guard is closing three engineer units in northern Wisconsin. The closures are part of the new defense budget passed by Congress which includes cuts throughout the Department of Defense. By the end of the 2016 fiscal year in October, troops in the Army National Guard will fall from 350,000 to 342,000. The units that are to be dissolved in 2017 include the 724th Engineer Battalion headquarters and the 949th Engineer Detachment in Chippewa Falls, as well as the 724th Engineer Battalion Forward Support Co. in Hayward. Wisconsin National Guard Maj. Paul Rickert told the Journal Sentinel the communities will not lose their armories. In addition to the unit closures, 36 full-time positions and 274 part-time jobs will be cut by 2017.

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Bernard’s helps Smoking rates remain raise $2k for FFA high among poor, minorities, and under educated

On September 12th Bernard’s Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram and the Amery FFA chapter hosted “The NEXT CROP Project” RAM test drive event at the dealership in New Richmond. The RAM brand and Bernard’s combined to contributed $20 for each test drive in a new 2015 RAM Truck. Bernard’s arranged the

opportunity and provided the vehicles while the Amery FFA was on hand to help with the test drives. “It is with the ongoing loyalty and business of the surrounding area that we are able to continue to provide strong fundraising programs like this from the manufacturer.” said Mike Montello, General

Manager of Bernard’s. “Thank you to everyone that came out for a test drive and helped the Bernard’s family support our community and the students of the Amery FFA. It is our privilege to present the contribution check to Amery FFA Chapter in the amount of $2000.”

Chase Paulson of BERNARD’S presents the “Next Crop” check for $2000 to Amery FFA students (left to right) Jillian Jensen, Meikah Dado, Thomas Christenson, Chase Paulson, and Michaela Erickson.

According to new data from the state’s Department of Health Services, overall smoking in Wisconsin sits at an all-time low of 17%. However the same data show Wisconsin’s most vulnerable populations smoking at alarming rates. The Department’s 2014 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) reports several groups smoke at rates nearly double the state average of 17%: Those are Individuals earning an income of less than $24,000, individuals with less than a high school degree, African Americans, and individuals enrolled in Medicaid. “With all the work that has been done and strides that have been made in tobacco prevention it is heartbreaking to see that there are still such big differences in smoking rates for these populations.” Said Elizabeth Hagen, Health Educator In addition to the groups listed above, adults that identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer/

questioning are as much as 40% more likely to smoke than the general public. Also, nearly a third of Wisconsin adults diagnosed with depression currently smoke. The Western Wisconsin Working for Tobacco-Free Living Coalition (W3TFL) is taking steps to address tobacco-related disparities. “We will continue to work to educate people on the risks of smoking especially those populations with the most need, however we also need to ensure that people do not start using these products. With the help of our local retailers sales to minors is down significantly this year and we hope this trend continues! Reducing access to tobacco products is just one way we can bring the rates of use down, says Hagen. For more information on other ways to keep tobacco out of the hands of our youth visit smokecheck.org or wiwins. org.

SELF HELP GROUPS Advance Directive Workshop. Who would make your healthcare decisions in the event you are unable to? How would this person know what decisions you would want made? Learn more about Advance Directives and how to complete them. Free Advance Directive Workshop will be held the first Wednesday of the month from 10-11 a.m. Wisconsin and Minnesota Advance Directives will be available. Call St. Croix Regional Medical Education Services at 715-483-0431 or 800642-1336 ext. 2431 to register. Alanon/Alateen (for family and friends of alcoholics) meets Thursday nights 7-8 p.m. at First Lutheran church, Amery. 715-268-8362. Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Monday 7 p.m., Wednesday 10 a.m., 7 p.m., Thursday 7 p.m., Friday 8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m., Sunday 7 p.m. at Amery Community Center, 608 Harriman Ave. S. 715-781-4380 Jason. Alchololics Anonymous (AA) Tuesdays 7-8 p.m. Reeve Evangelical Free church, 205 1 1/2 St., Clear Lake Cty. Rd. A & K. Contact David 715-948-4235. Alcoholics Anonymous meets Thursdays 10 a.m. at Parkview Methodist church, Turtle Lake. Contact Mike 715-986-2457. Alzheimer’s Support Group. First Wednesday of the month 10 a.m. at Amery Senior Center. Last Tuesday of month 1 p.m. at Good Sam Nursing Home. Sharlene Bellefaille 715-635-6601. Baby & Me. Weekly play and discussion hour for parents and their infants (birth to 12 months). Wednesdays 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Amery Regional Medical Center, BirthDay Suites Waiting Room. Join at any time. No charge. Breast Feeding Support Group. All nursing mothers and babies are invited to participate. Group meets the second Thursday of the month from 10-11:30 a.m. and the fourth Thursday of the month from 6:30-8 p.m. at St. Croix Regional Medical Center. An International Board Certified Lactation Consultant will facilitate the group. Call 715-483-0431 or 800-642-1336 ext. 2431. No charge.

C.H.A.D.D. (Children with Attention Deficit Disorder). Parent support group meets the fourth Monday of each month at Firstar Bank board room, Cumberland, 7 p.m. For info. call Pat Skinner at 715-822-8422 and leave message. Caregiver Support Group meets the third Tuesday of every month from 2-3:30 p.m. at the Peace Lutheran Church in Dresser. Contact Barb at ADRC of NW WI at 877-485-2372 for more information. Compassionate Friends, Tri- County Chapter meets the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. First Lutheran church, Clear Lake. This group offers support and understanding to families who are grieving the death of a child of any age, from any cause. For more information call 715-263-2739 Domestic Violence (DV) and Sexual Assault (SA) Support Groups and Services. Polk County - domestic violence (DV), sexual assault (SA) and the children’s group are every Monday (DV) and Tuesday (SA) beginning at 6 p.m. Call CRA to find out more info and for the location. Burnett County call CRA for info (the day and time will be changing). For more information call CRA 715-825-4414 or the 24 hour crisis line 1-800-261-7233. All groups and services are free of charge. Early Stage Alzheimer Support Group. For the diagnosed person and their caregiver. Challenges in early-stage dementia will be discussed, along with therapeutic benefits of family involvement. Sponsored in part by the Amnerican Alzheimer’s Association. Meetings are free of charge and open to the public, held at the Amery Centennial Hall the first Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m. Call 715-268-6605 to register. Epilepsy Foundation of Western Wisconsin. Call 1-800-924-2105. Family Child Care Professonals Network. Meets the third Thursday of each month. Contact Beth Neely at 715-483-1482 for more information. All family child care providers are welcome. Farm Crisis. Information on financial, mental health, legal, job retraining resources. Call 1-800-942-2474.

Golden Age Manor Family Council meets the first Saturday at 10 a.m. on the sunporch at GAM. Grief Share. Have you lost someone close? Grief Share is a Christian based, non-denominational seminar/support group program that will be meeting at Centennial Hall in Amery every Monday at 1 p.m. For information call Bruce 715-268-2176 or 715-268-8360. Head Injury Support Group. Closed head injury, stroke, aneurism or traumatic brain injury which affects your daily living? Learn to cope with your disabilities, provide insight and camaraderie. Second Friday of each month 2-3:30 p.m. Frederic Public Library. Contact Julie Martin 715-327-4474. Moms in Prayer International. •Two or more women who meet regularly to pray for their children, their schools, their teachers and administrators. •Mothers, grandmothers or anyone who is willing to pray for a specific child and school. We meet at the First Baptist church, Amery, Mondays from 1:30-2:30 p.m. Contact Jen at 715-268-5408 with questions. MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) is a group for moms and their kids. Every mom who is pregnant or has children 5 years of age and under is welcomed, accepted, and challenged to meet her potential. Better moms make a better world! For more info go to clmops@hotmail.com and call 715-263-2665 for location/dates/ time. NA meetings. There’s hope. Every Sunday 6 p.m. St. Croix Casino & Hotel, Turtle Lake. Hospitality Room. Everyone welcome to attend. Info call Pat at 715-5532859. Polk County Parent-To-Parent Coaliton, a network for parents of children from birth through adulthood who have disabilities or other special needs. For more information about meetings and advocacy support, contact Lynne 715-472-2002. PREGNANT. Need help? Our tests and help are free and confidential. 715-755-BABY (2229). Osceola Life Care Center.

Student Assistance Program is for students in the Amery school district who may be having personal or family problems. Strict confidentiality is followed except in cases of danger to self or others. Call 715-2680303 for middle school S.A.P. members or 715-2680214 for high school S.A.P. members. TEENS—Talk before you run. Trained counselors will listen. 1-800-491-8336 or 715-235-8882. TEENCARE. Where teens get help fast. 1-800-4918336. TOPS Club meets Thursdays 8-9 a.m. Our Savior’s Lutheran church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. Bonnie Timm 715-268-2980. TOPS Club meets Tuesdays 3:30-5 p.m. at the Balsam Lake Municipal Building (under the water tower), Balsam Lake. Contact Nancy 715-646-1464 or just come to a meeting. TOP’s mission is to support our members as they take off and keep off pounds sensibly. Tutors: Free tutors are available to anyone who would like help studying for GED, English as a Second Language (ESL), or with basic skills in reading or math. Call 715-405-7323 to be matched with a local tutor. Veterans PTSD Support Group. 1st and 3rd Tuesday monthly 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Amery VFW, 130 Wisconsin Ave. Spouses/significant other also welcome and encouraged to attend. Contact Dan 715-768-0679, Amanda 715-429-0467 or Dianna 715-607-1898. Sponsored by Amery VFW Post 7929 and American Legion Post 169. Western Wisconsin LYME Education and Support Group meets: fourth Thursday of the month (March through October) at 7 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. (No meetings November through February). For info call Ann 715-268-2856, Paula 715-268-2035, Bonnie 715-268-9557, Sue 715268-6687. Women’s Spiritual Growth Group meets each Thursday from 7-8 p.m. at 931 Pine St., St. Croix Falls..

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AMERY COMMUNITY EDUCATION Pre-register for all classes and events by mail, in person, online (www.amerysd.k12.wi.us) or by phone. For more information call 715-268-9771 x220 or email commed@amerysd.k12.wi.us. Pickleball - Open Gym - Come play the fastest growing recreational sport in the nation on Wednesday evenings from 5:45-8 p through March 30 (gym closed Nov 25 & Dec 30). It is easy to learn, provides plenty of exercise, and is played on a court much smaller than a tennis court. Participants don't have to be strong, don't have to be quick, and don't have to be athletic or good at other sports. Call Bob W 715-268-7789 for more information. Basketball Winter Rec for Youth and Families on Sundays in the Amery Middle School gym from 1:30-3:30 p through March. Open to boys and girls grades 4-12. Families are encouraged to participate together. Younger children are welcome when accompanied by parents. Church groups welcome. Bring your own basketball. Enter through North doors. No fee. Adult Rec Basketball for Men and Women in the Amery Middle School gym on Wednesday evenings from 6-9:30 p through March 30 (gym closed Nov 25, Dec 23 & 30). Come with your team early in the season to get on the schedule or come to join a team. Team fee. For more information call Steve 715.268.8229 Rumble Jumble Open Gym: Do you need a place for your toddlers and preschoolers to run, burn energy, and have fun? Open Gym is in the Intermediate School on Tuesday mornings for a full hour of “tire-them-out” fun! Balls, scooters, mats, and other fun gym equipment will be available for play. Parents/Guardians are expected to stay in the gym with the children and are encouraged to play as well. Child care providers welcome. No fee and no need to pre-register. Tuesdays through March when school is in session from 10:45-11:45 a. Planning the Garden for Seed Saving: Imagine if you were able to save seeds from your favorite vegetables from your own garden. Not

only would you save money and help preserve those heirloom vegetable varieties that you love, but you would have the start of a grand gardening adventure right in your own backyard! Learn the basics of how to plan your gardening year round seed saving. You will be encouraged to take home some free heirloom seeds to grow in your summer garden. Dec 10 from 6:30-8 p. Fee $9, pre-register with Comm Ed. Snowmobile Safety – DNR: Any person born on or after 1/1/1985 and who has reached the age of 12 must earn a snowmobile safety certificate in order to operate a snowmobile in WI. Age 11 or older is eligible to take the class; however, the certificate does not become valid until the child reaches 12 years of age. Must be present for all 3 classes and parent or legal guardian required to sign DNR registration form the first night of class. Dec 7, 8 & 10 from 5:30-8 p. Fee $10, pre-register and pay in advance to Community Education. Bee Keeping for Beginners: Learn about types of bees and hives, the life cycle of honey bees, hive management, pollinator-friendly flowers, pesticide and herbicide impact on pollinators, over-wintering of hives, and optimal hive locations. January 18 from 6-9 p. Fee $25 or Sr Fee $20 - class proceeds benefit the Polk Burnett Beekeeping Association. Pre-register with Amery Comm Ed. TRIP TICKETS MAKE GREAT HOLIDAY GIFTS -- The Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder at the State Theatre in Minneapolis. Getting away with murder can be so much fun...and there’s no better proof than the knock‘em-dead hit show that’s earned unanimous raves and won the 2014 Tony Award® for BEST MUSICAL! Sunday, January 10 show at 1 p. Motorcoach Departure from Amery at 11 a and approximate return 5 p. Fee $84 or Sr Fee (62+) $54 per ticket includes all fees, main floor seating, and motor coach transportation. Drop-off and pick-up at the front doors to the theatre!! No need to search for and pay for parking. Register early.

Co-op hosts 10th-annual holiday gift drive Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative will host a gift drive again this holiday season, with all donations going to local children. Co-op members and the public are invited to bring new, unwrapped gift donations to Polk-Burnett offices in Siren and Centuria during regular office hours. Gifts will be collected through December 7. “Polk-Burnett is pleased to host its

10th-annual holiday gift drive; the event fits our cooperative mission to improve the quality of life in our community,” said Joan O’Fallon, Polk-Burnett communications director. “We invite you to join us. Together we can make the season bright for local children.” Polk-Burnett in Centuria, 1001 State Road 35, is collecting gifts for Operation Christmas to benefit Polk County chil-

dren. Polk-Burnett in Siren, 7298 State Road 70, is collecting gifts for Interfaith Caregivers Christmas for Kids to benefit Burnett County children. Gift ideas for toddlers to teens include games, toys, books, blankets, hats, mittens, coats and gift cards. For more information, contact Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative, 800-421-0283.

Employees from Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative are collecting Christmas toys and gifts for local children. Donations can be dropped off at co-op offices in Siren and Centuria now through December 7.

Thanksgiving From the first coy, flirty, flaming wave, When maples hinted at the coming show, Petticoats of sumac’s deep red ruffles swirled; Aspen and willow flaunted golden glow. The pirouette of leaves caught by the breeze That scarcely changed the pattern of the dance, But, on the ground, green grasses welcomed leaves That skipped and twirled and charmed the passing glance. Then, off come leafy garments, baring limb, Taken unabashed by western wind and rain, But staunch oaks in burgundy rust trim Shelter in rustling foliage exposed terrain. As the dawns begin to find the world more bare, And warmth has fled along with shortening days, Reflection on the harvest, evidence of care, Brings forth a gratitude, a dance of praise. And, as the winter starts to close its gate, In warmth of family love our thanks to God we pray And gather through the years to celebrate The crown of harvest on Thanksgiving Day. ©2010 Carol Morfitt Welch

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DONATE COATS, HATS, GLOVES & BLANKETS

Many people are in need this winter of Coats, Hats, Gloves and Blankets. Join Lampert Lumber in helping those in need in your community keep warm this winter. Drop off your new or gently used donations to your local Lampert Lumber by Friday, December 18. As a Thank You, every person donating will get their name in a drawing for a $100 Gift Certificate to Lampert Lumber. Drawing will be held on Monday, Dec. 21. *All items will be donated to Polk County Salvation Army

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Abbotsford Christmas Parade

The Little Falls Lutheran Church And Cemetery Association

LOVE LITE TREE

Saturday, Dec. 5 • 7:30 p.m.

READING OF MEMORIAL AND HONORARY NAMES will be

Downtown Abbotsford, Wisconsin

Saturday, December 5th 6 pm Soup and Sandwich

See all your favorite characters in Wisconsin’s Best and only noncommercialized holiday parade.

7 pm Music and Reading of the Names 1272 44th Ave Amery WI 54001

Hundreds of characters!

This event is for anyone and everyone who wishes to participate. Please submit all the names you wish to have read by November 29th. Thank You! Anyone wanting to have an ornament on the tree in Honor of or in Memory of a loved one should send name(s) with a free will donation to: Little Falls Cemetery Association C/O Tom Overby 571 130th St.

Clear Lake, WI 54005

Amery, WI 54001

Stay at the Abby Hotels Abby Inn 715-223-3332 Rodeway Inn 715-223-3337

Funds used for Cemetery upkeep.

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501(c) 3 non-profit www.clearlake communitycenter.com Recipient 715-263-2204

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KITCHEN HOURS: Tues. 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Wed., Thurs., Fri. 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Sat. 7 a.m.-3 p.m.

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Main Street, Clear Lake 715-263-3888

Holiday Stroll Sat., Dec. 5 Register for FREE Turkey

"Bed Times"

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Restaurant, Bar, Banquet Hall

Dec. 3, 4 & 5 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

www.EasterSealsWisconsin.com

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LUNCH MENU: Ham Sandwiches, Lefse, BBQs, Baked Beans, Rommegrot, Pie, Sweet Soup, Coffee, Milk

Room 108 Thursday, Friday & Saturday

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560 5th St.

Christmas Thrift Boutique

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1239 65th Ave., west of Amery on F

Your vehicle donation would make a big difference to children and adults with disabilities in Wisconsin. Toll free 1-877-208-5109

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Deronda Lutheran Church

CLEAR LAKE AREA COMMUNITY CENTER I M P E D O O V E R S L E A N T I S A S H P T H E R A E R E D D R E G O R S O B I T E V A N H E R I E A W A K R I A E O D Y S

BAKE SALE & BAZAAR

Easter Seals Wisconsin Donation Center

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Also check the Community Calendar and Out & About pages for area happenings Amery Youth Hockey welcomes you to the Amery Ice Arena

Lake Wapogasset Lutheran Bible Camp presents: CHRISTMAS DINNER THEATER 2015 Usher in the Advent season with a sumptuous four-course meal, wonderful music, and a moving drama. Plan on 3-3½ hours of festivities! FILL OUT FORM, ENCLOSE PAYMENT & RETURN TO WAPO: NAME______________________________________________ PHONE _________________________ ADDRESS_______________________________________ C-S-Zip ________________________________________ DATES STILL AVAILABLE: Friday, Dec 4 ___ Thursday, Dec 10 ___

Friday, Dec 11___

NUMBER OF TICKETS: Adults-$40: $ ____ TOTAL $____________

Sunday, Dec 6___ Sunday, Dec 13___ Children (5-12)-$20: $_____

PERFORMANCE TIMES: Thursday & Friday - 6:00 pm. Sunday - 4:00 pm. MAIL YOUR TICKET REQUEST TO: Wapo Bible Camp, 738 Hickory Point Ln, Amery WI 54001

1065 River Place Drive

HIGH SCHOOL TOURNAMENT

Friday, Nov. 27 2 p.m. Baldwin vs. Menomonie 5 p.m. Amery JV vs. River Falls JV 7 p.m. Amery vs. River Falls Saturday, Nov. 28 2 p.m. Baldwin JV vs. River Falls JV 4 p.m. Baldwin vs. River Falls 7 p.m. Amery vs. Menomonie

Sorry, No Open Skating Friday, Nov. 27

Christmas Trees

WAGON LANDING TREE FARM 327 E 150th St., Amery, WI 54001 7 miles southwest of Amery off Co. C. From Hwy. 65 go east on Co. Rd. C, north of Star Prairie.

Opens Friday, Nov. 27th OPEN WEEKENDS 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

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selection of Balsam, Fraser, Caanan, Black Hills & White Spruce

Amery Free Press Subscriptions make wonderful gifts any time of the year! Call us 715-268-8101

Polk County Platbooks are available at the Amery Free Press

The Salvation Army of Polk County invites you to celebrate Christmas with Santa

Please join us on Thursday, Nov. 26 Thanksgiving Day OPEN 6 A.M.-2 P.M.

Snowfina and the Nutcracker will stop in for a visit

EVENTS INCLUDE: The•Face Salvation Army of Polk invites Painting $1 •Pictures withCounty Santa $3.50 you to celebrate Christmas with Santa •Games 50¢ •Crafts 50¢

•Cookie EVENTS DecoratingINCLUDE: 50¢ •Fish Pond $1 •Christmas Plush $5 •Face Painting •Pictures with Santa ITEMS: •Tattoos BREAKFAST •Crafts •Cookie Decorating Sausage Plate area $2.50presented by •Children’s Pancakes Mini Mainand Street Shopping Doughnuts $1 gifts $5 and under Beaver Brook Badgers 4-H with Coffee, Milk and Juice 50¢ BREAKFAST ITEMS: Eggs, Sausage Hashbrown Breakfast, NEWand LOCATION: Doughnuts, Coffee, Milk and Juice First Lutheran Church,

240 ElmIntermediate St., Amery School, PLACE: Amery Saturday, Dec. 5 543DATE: Minneapolis Ave., Amery TIME: 9 to 11 a.m. DATE: Saturday, Dec. 1 TIME: 9 a.m. to 12 noon

COME JOIN THE FUN! This is a fundraiser for Polk County Salvation Army

FREE Turkey Dinner served 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Meal, soda or coffee, slice of pumpkin pie (Regular menu also available)

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 6 A.M.-9 P.M.

AMERY FAMILY RESTAURANT 418 Keller Ave. S, Amery Phone 715-268-2100

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AREA BOWLING Spare Time Bowl Bar & Grill, Turtle Lake SPARE TIME MEN’S Division 1 Spare Time......................................273.5 7 Brothers .......................................238.0 Elfers Resident............................... 227.5 Lefty’s Hookers..............................169.5 Division 2 Austad’s Super Valu.................... 256.5 Busy B’s ........................................... 224.0 Hoff’s Construct ............................219.0 Anderson Storage ........................ 193.0 Division 3 Hotel Bar & Grill ............................ 230.5 Seeger Synthetic..........................208.0 Floors & More .................................199.5 Danca’s Kar Korral ........................189.0 Division 4 Grosskruetz Crop...........................227.0 Sanmina ..........................................186.5 Perfect Image ................................162.0 Scheps Dairy ................................... 156.5 High game: Rob Erickson 280, Mark Ullom 278, John Anderson 266, Dave Hawkins 264, Scott Danca 256, Bill Pickard 254, Gary Nottom 249, Jim Glowe 247, Larry Anderson 244, Mike Elwood 243, Mike Davis 242, Anthony Mizer 235, HB Becker 235, Larry Larson 235, Richie Timm Jr. 235, Chuck Bier 235, Chad Rondeau 231, Jim Raffesberger 226, Skip Grosskreutz 226, Jeremy Schradle 225, Jeff Gackle 225, Dean Munkelwitz 224, Chris Harmon 224, Tom Roessler 224, Hjalmer Gerloff 224, Ethan Kettenacker 224. High series: Mark Ullom 744, Gary Nottom 682, Scott Danca 681, Chuck Bier 680, Jim Glowe 670, Mike Davis 666, Jeff Gackle 662, Dave Hawkins 657, Tom Roessler 654, Rob Erickson 646, Mike Elwood 645, John Anderson 639, Bill Pickard 632, Richie Tim Jr. 625, HB Becker 619, Anthony Mizer 618, Jim Raffesberger 617, Dean Munkelwitz 616, Jeremy Schradle 611, Ryan Monson 610, Marty Helgeson 603, Alex Dix 598, Tom Grosskreutz 596, Gary Warner 595, Chris Harmon 590. SENIOR’S Kool Kats ........................................... 37.0 Handy Kats .......................................33.0 Leinie Kats.........................................32.5 Alley Kats...........................................25.5 Old Kats..............................................23.5 Tom Kats............................................23.0 Top Kats .............................................23.0 Bad Kats.............................................22.5 High game, men: Buzz Pich 234, Bill Pickard 223, Jim Glowe 217, Jim Buckman 209, Harvey Becker 207, Hjalmer Gerloff 203, Bill Gelting 199, Jerry Schmidt 191, Bud Merriman 174, Davie Yeske 169, Merle Eder 169. High game, women: Phyllis Ashton 182, Renee Glowe 180, Patty Talbot 173, Judy Benes 154, Carol Wallin 154, Sandy Berglund 152, Jinnie Lietzow 151. High series, men: Jim Glowe 632, Bill Pickard 614, Hjalmer Gerloff 603, Buzz Pich 559, Jim Buckman 535, Harvey Becker 527, Bill Gelting 524, Jerry Schmidt 506, Davie Yeske 465, Merle Eder 463. High series, women: Renee Glowe 522, Phyllis Ashton 466, Judy Benes 424, Patty Talbot 421, Carol Wallin 417. MONDAY NIGHT LADIES Division 1 Clear Lake Auto .................................. 54 Austad’s Super Valu.......................... 39 No Wicks Moravit ............................... 28 Bye .......................................................... 20

Division 2 Spare Time Bowl................................69 Becker’s Truckin.................................. 62 Bowlin Buddies...................................50 Countyline Dairy................................. 38 High game: Polly Henke 202, Carol W. Wallin 192, Lori Larson 181, Kris Osborne 180, Deanne Moravitz 179, Kathy Eggers 176, Connie Graber 175, Judy Ullom 174, Linda Brown 167, Marlyn Lauritsen 164. High series: Carol W. Wallin 505, Lori Larson 500, Polly Henke 497, Judy Ullom 479, Deanne Moravitz 475, Connie Graber 470, Amy Anderson 464, Kathy Eggers 454, Rita Anderson 448, Linda Brown 431, Marlys Lauritsen 431, Jamie Elfers 431. TUESDAY NIGHT LADIES Division 1 Charlie’s Place ..................................... 49 Sexy Mama’s .......................................48 Nordquist Trucking............................ 38 True Value............................................. 34 Division 2 The Dead End’s ...................................60 Red Cedar Accounting .......................52 Spare Time.............................................41 Range Fire Dept. ................................. 30 High game: Lonnie Stowell 219, Sherri Munkelwitz 217, Laurel Cap 195, Heidi Van Heuklom 194, Renee Glowe 193, Lori Larson 191, Debbie Tucker 184, Sandy Fredrickson 183, Duffy Prusak 179, Barb Weiss 172. High series: Sherri Munkelwitz 570, Renee Glowe 548, Lonnie Stowll 548, Lori Larson 529, Laurel Cap 519, Duffy Prusak 506, Debbie Tucker 483, Heidi Van Heuklom 471, Cheryl Harshman 465, Sandy Fredrickson

458. SUNDAY NIGHT MIXED COUPLES Division 1 Becker/Monson ...................................37 Hegg/Carlson...................................... 29 Anderson/Johnson ............................24 Yeske/Nevin ......................................... 18 Nottom/Zemke....................................17 Lundgren/Kuhrt...................................15 Wick/Heintz ......................................... 10 Division 2 Off Constanty.......................................32 Becker .....................................................32 BBT ..........................................................32 Brown/Everson .................................. 26 Larson/Kern ........................................ 20 Pabst/Graber ....................................... 16 High game, men: John Anderson 258, Ryan Monson 246, Mike Elwood 225, Adam Zemke 223, H. B. Becker 219, Jordan Blomberg 217, Craig Nevin 217, Hjalmer Gerloff 216, Brad Graber 199, Derek Becker 194. High game, women: Trudi Pabst 202, Jamie Elfers 195, Connie Graber 191, Debbie Thill 189, Bekka Zemke 182, Val Hegg 181, Sue Wick 179, Emily Monson 176, Virginia Carlson 165, Kim Shafer 162. High series, men: John Anderson 663, Hjalmer Gerloff 638, Mike Elwood 613, Adam Zemke 592, Craig Nevin 568, H. B. Becker 562, Ryan Monson 558, Brad Graber 555, Gary Nottom 541, Jordan Blomberg 537. High series, women: Trudi Pabst 502, Jamie Elfers 492, Debbie Thill 487, Bekka Zemke 482, Connie Graber 480, Val Hegg 455, Emily Monson 454, Sue Wick 442, Virginia Carlson 439, Ali Blomberg 431.

Club 53 Bar & Lanes, Amery MONDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Amery True Value ..........................116.0 Tac Two ..............................................113.5 Division 2 Harper Realty Group ......................115.5 Shoreview ........................................ 95.0 High games: Carl Wulf 234-223, Robert Albee 214, Gary Nottom 213, Rod Gehrman 212, Ken McIntosh 206, Jim Knutson 206. High series: Rod Gehrman 588, Carl Wulf 586, Hjalmer Gerloff 569, Gary Nottom 566, Ken McIntosh 551. TUESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Club 53 .............................................. 129.5 Waterside ......................................... 115.0 Division 2 Chet Johnson Drug ........................119.0 Northwest Communications ..... 116.5 High games: Josh Gould 231, Erik Wojchik 225, Bill Peterson 200. High series: Josh Gould 600, Bill Peterson 562, Erik Wojchik 560. WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Preferred Lawn............................... 116.5 Lamperts .........................................105.5 Division 2 Club 53 .............................................. 139.0 Amery Fire Dept. ............................ 115.0 High games: Jerod Wollan 267, Jim Swanson 229, Lee Jones 214-203. High series: Jerod Wollan 619, Lee Jones 610, Jim Swanson 595.

THURSDAY-FRIDAY NIGHT WOMEN Division 1 Bremer ............................................... 137.5 Northwest Communications ....128.0 Amery Fire Dept. ........................... 124.0 Division 2 Club 53 .............................................. 139.5 Chet’s ................................................ 130.5 Amery Hospital & Clinic .............. 120.5 High games: Kelly Fansler 210152, Linda Mullendore 199-158, Mar-

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Winter Sports section , Black Friday and Small Business Weekend, Christmas Punch Promotion Why do weekends go by so fast, and then all of a sudden, it is Monday again. Plus this is a Monday that we are printing the newspaper for the week, and Pounding early deadlines/publications can really the mess up a person’s Pavement mind…so here we go! This issue conPam Humpal tains a special Winter Sports Section featuring the high school athletes from Amery, Clayton and Clear Lake. Thank you to the coaches, athletic directors and players for their cooperation in obtaining the info and pictures for this annual section. Good Luck to the teams as they begin their season. Please support your local athletics… attending a game/match is a great pastime! And speaking of sports, Congratulations to the Osceola Football team for earning the state title last week!

Line Park. The Amery Fire Department will host a Chili Feed from 5-8pm at the fire hall. There will also be fireworks, followed by a bonfire.

Hey Hunters…how is your season going? I have not heard of too many deer taken yet but maybe things will liven up the last half of the season. We went to Hayward for opening weekend. No deer luck but it’s always fun to get together. Be patient hunters…there is still time.

Please join us for the 30th Annual Amery Holiday Stroll on Sunday, December 6, from noon to 4pm. This annual event is a huge open house around town with participating businesses being identified by a beautiful red bow on their front door inviting strollers to stop in. Besides strollers having the opportunity to visit the Amery businesses, and view great gifting and decorating ideas, they may also enjoy FREE hot dogs and hot chocolate in Soo Line Park, FREE horse and wagon rides, carolers, Santa Claus, and visiting

The Amery Community Club invites you to the 8TH ANNUAL PARADE OF LIGHTS & LIGHT UP THE TOWN event this Tuesday, November 24 at 6pm. The parade route is on Harriman Ave in town and ends at Soo

Shop and save in Amery this Friday and Saturday, November 27 and 28, during the Black Friday Sale and Small Business Weekend. While shopping locally you will receive double punches on your Christmas Punch Card. These promotions are sponsored by the Amery Community Club. The Little Falls Lutheran Church and Cemetery Association is once again sponsoring the Love Lite Tree. Anyone wanting to have an ornament on the tree in Honor of or in Memory of a loved one should send names with a free-will donation to the Little Falls Cemetery Association by November 29-mailing contacts can be found in this issue. Reading of memorial and honorary names will be on Saturday, December 5 at the church with soup & sandwich at 6pm, and music and reading of the names at 7pm.

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And the Amery Christmas Punch Promotion continues…while shopping in Amery, be sure to get your Christmas Card punched. For every $10 purchase, you will receive a punch on your card. When your card is fi lled, simply fi ll your name and phone number on it. Filled cards can be dropped off for the drawing at the Amery Free Press, Chet Johnson Drug, Paperworx, or Dick’s Fresh Market. Five lucky winners will be drawn each week for $50 Amery Scrip Money. Good Luck! This week’s Amery Christmas Punch winners are:Amy Paulson, Clarence Fussy, Kelsey Monteith, Sandy Young, and Matt Humpal…Congratulations! Also, Congratulations to winners of delicious turkeys at various area businesses. The winning list can be found elsewhere in this issue. Winners should stop by the Amery Free Press office to pick up your turkey certificate. Just a note…Full Moon is November 25. Just in time for Thanksgiving! In observance of Thanksgiving, the Amery Free Press office will be closed on Thursday and Friday, November 26 and 27. The deadline for the issue of Tuesday, December 1, will be Monday,

November 30, at noon for the Amery Free Press and The Tab. Thank you for your cooperation with our holiday hours and deadlines. With all the mixture of Deer Hunting and the thought of Christmas shopping and decorating, the wonderful holiday of Thanksgiving Day seems to take a back burner. So let’s all take a moment to enjoy Thanksgiving this week with family and friends, and be very thankful for our many, many blessings… I AM THANKFUL FOR ... . . . the mess to clean after a party because it means I have been surrounded by friends. . . . the clothes that fit a little too snug because it means I have enough to eat. . . . my shadow who watches me work because it means I am out in the sunshine. . . . the spot I find at the far end of the parking lot because it means I am capable of walking. . . . all the complaining I hear about our government because it means we have freedom of speech. . . . the lady behind me in church who sings off key because it means that I can hear. . . . the piles of laundry and ironing because it means my loved ones are nearby. . . . weariness and aching muscles at the end of the day because it means I have been productive. Have a very Happy Thanksgiving!

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Clear Lake Girls Basketball Back row, left to right: Kaysha Vinzant, Autumn Ninke, Sophie Warner, Haley Monette. Front row: Montana Niles, Jazzy Christiansen, Hannah Fitzer.

Clear Lake girls dream big for 2015-16 BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Clear Lake’s girls’ basketball team may have only been 5-17 last year, but that doesn’t mean it’s setting the bar low this season. “Our goal is (to) win all of our games,” said head coach Jan Tietyn. With four returning letter winners in Hannah Fitzer, Autumn Ninke, Haley Monette and Montana Niles, the Warriors aren't lacking experi-

ence. Fitzer, a returning all-conference honorable mention senior, is the team’s leading scorer with a 12.7 points per game average in the 201415 season. Niles, a sophomore, is next in line with 6.1 ppg. Ninke, a junior, brings with her a 5.2 ppg average while Monette, also a junior, averaged 4 ppg as a sophomore. Sr. Sophie Warner and junior Kaysha Vinzant are looking to fill in some gaps in the lineup. Coach Tietyn identifies his team’s strengths as defense, desire and

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work habits while they still need to work on shooting, turnovers and ball handling. Cameron, Clayton and Turtle Lake are expected to claim the top three spots in the Central Lakeland Conference this season with Clear Lake projected for a middle-of-the-pack finish. Clear Lake will give everyone a first glance at their skills on Nov. 17 in a scrimmage at Amery, and then opens the season on Nov. 24 at Spring Valley.

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Clear Lake Boys Basketball Back row, left to right: Cal Rosen, Bailey Blanchard, Marshall Cain, Seth Erickson, Dominic Mantell, Allen Kobernick, Wyatt Hase, Matt Fisher. Middle row: Kincaid Hughes, Croix Hughes, Christian Briesemeister, Jordan Ramis, Aries Cogbill, David Benson, Sean Singh, Donovan Schnegielberger. Front row: Jeremy Kuhn, Camden Moore, Daymond Bad Horse, Hunter Levy. Not pictured, Hunter Brenne.

Clear Lake Basketball Boys still rebuilding BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Last season was one of the toughest on record for the Clear Lake boys’ basketball team under 15th year head coach Jason Sargent (170-146 career record). Four years into a rebuilding process, the Warriors went 5-18 overall and placed sixth in the competitive Central Lakeland Conference. The Warriors' last conference title shot came during the 2010-11 season when they went 17-7 overall and finished second in the league with a 9-3 conference record. “First and foremost, we need to regroup defensively and learn to communicate on the floor,” Coach Sargent

said. “Many returning players gained a lot of varsity playing time over the past two seasons, and I believe this will carry over to our players being more confident on the varsity court this season. Our returning players feel they have a lot to prove this year, and I am confident they will do just that. We will have a good balance between size and quickness, and will focus on playing tough half and full court defense.” Even with a lot of varsity experience, Clear Lake’s returning roster is still relatively young, with two sophomores and two juniors in the mix. Junior Jordan Ramis brings with him an 11.5 points per game average while fellow junior Matt Fisher averaged 8.4

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points and 5.7 rebounds per game a year ago. Sophomore Calvin Rosen also brings solid all-around game, averaging 8.9 points and 4.3 rebounds per game. Daymond Bad Horse, also a sophomore, averaged 6.8 points per game as a freshman. The lone senior in the lineup of returning letterwinners is Seth Erickson who posted 4.3 points and 2.4 rebounds per game last season. “We need to get a lot stronger with the ball, and at the same time learn how to move without the ball,” Sargent said. Cameron and Clayton are the early season favorites to claim the confer-

ence title this season as both teams return a lot of quality varsity experience. Turtle Lake and Prairie Farm are also expected to mix things up at the top. “We will need to develop solid team chemistry and improve each week to be competitive with the top teams in the conference and region,” Sargent said. “The Warriors have a lot of work to do, but hope to get back to their winning ways over the upcoming years.” Note: Clear Lake was won three conference titles under Coach Sargent – in 2004, 2005 and 2008. The Warriors were conference runners up in 2003, 2007 and 2011. Their last regional tile was in 2007.

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Clear Lake Wrestling Back row, left to right: Noah Wieczorek, Ian Ruble, Nick Filkins, Blake Johnson, Sam Dusek, Mason Krueger. Middle row: Elaine Ullrich, Trevor Kivi, George Paulzine, Nick Elmer, James Williams, Mitch Berrier, Carter Wienke. Front row: Ryan Anderson, Nathan Barthman, Gabe Colbeth, Korey Catts, Nick Sempf, Zach Elmer. Missing was Cori Engebretson, Jake Myers and Rhett Steffens.

Clear Lake wrestling plans to stay on top BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Clear Lake’s wrestling team has set the bar high and has no intentions of dropping back after going undefeated in the conference last season to earn its seventh league championship in eight seasons. “We are a very deep team in the

lower weights,” said Coach Darin Anderson. But he also noted that his squad is a little thin in the upper weight classes. Returning letterwinners for the Warriors are Ryan Anderson, Cori Engebretson, Nick Elmer, Gabe Colbeth, Zach Elmer, George Paulzine, Blake Johnson, Bitch Berrier, Noah Wieczorek, Ian Ruble and Trevor Kivi.

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Ruble, a returning captain, placed fifth at the state tournament last season while fellow captains Anderson and Colbeth had strong freshman seasons last year. Elmer was a state qualifier two years ago. Clear Lake is the clear favorite to win its eighth conference title in the last nine years

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SCHEDULE Tuesday, Dec. 8, 7 p.m. vs. Boyceville Thursday, Dec. 10, 6 p.m. vs. Bruce, Flambeau, Turtle Lake/Clayton Saturday, Dec. 12 Invitational at Barron Thursday, Dec. 17 at Grantsburg Saturday, Dec. 19, 9 a.m. at Osceola vs. Luck, Barron Area Schools, Boyceville, Cumberland, Osceola, River Falls, St. Croix Central Tuesday, Dec. 22 vs. Spring Valley at Elmwood Tuesday, Dec. 29, 8 a.m. Invitational at River Falls High School Saturday, Jan. 9 Invitational at New Richmond Thursday, Jan. 14 vs. Turtle Lake/Clayton Saturday, Jan. 16, 9:30 at Chippewa Falls High School Thursday, Jan. 21 vs. Unity Thurday Jan. 28 vs. St. Croix Falls Saturday, Feb. 8 Conference Tournament at Cameron

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Back row, left to right: Noah Wieczorek, Ian Ruble, Blake Johnson, Mitch Berrier. Middle row: Ryan Anderson, Trevor Kivi, Nick Elmer. Front row: Gabe Colbeth, George Paulzine, Zach Elmer. Missing was Cori Engebretson.

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Games are at 7:30 pm. unless noted

Tuesday, Nov. 24 Tuesday, Dec. 1 Friday, Dec. 4 Tuesday, Dec. 8, 5:45 Thursday, Dec. 10 Tuesday, Dec. 15 Friday, Dec. 18 Tuesday, Jan. 5, 7:15 Friday, Jan. 8 Monday, Jan. 11 Tuesday, Jan. 19 Thursday, Jan. 21 Tuesday, Jan. 26 Friday, Jan. 29, 5:45 Monday, Feb. 1, 5:55 Monday, Feb. 1, 7:30 Thursday, Feb. 4 Tuesday, Feb. 9 Friday, Feb. 12 Friday, Feb. 19

at Spring Valley vs Cameron at Clear Lake vs. Prairie Farm at Clear Lake at Frederic at Shell Lake at Turtle Lake at Bruce vs. Birchwood at Clear Lake vs. Luck at Clear Lake vs. Clayton at Clear Lake vs. Lake Holcombe at Clear Lake at Cameron at Prairie Farm vs. Shell Lake at Clear Lake at Elmwood/Plum City at Elmwood/Plum City vs. Turtle Lake at Clear Lake at Clayton vs. Cumberland at Clear Lake vs. Northwood at Clear Lake

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Thursday, Dec. 3 Thursday, Dec. 10, 5:45 Tuesday, Dec. 15 Thursday, Dec. 17 Monday, Dec 21, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 22 Tuesday, Jan. 5, 5:45 p.m. Friday, Jan. 8 Tuesday, Jan. 12 Friday, Jan. 15 Tuesday, Jan. 19 Friday, Jan. 22 Monday, Jan. 25 Friday, Jan. 29 Tuesday, Feb. 2 Friday, Feb. 5 Tuesday, Feb. 9 Monday, Feb. 15, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 18 Monday, Feb. 22 Thursday, Feb. 25

Scrimmage vs. Clayton, St. Croix Falls, Cumberland, Glenwood City, Amery at Amery Middle School at Prairie Farm Double Header at Shell Lake at New Auburn vs. Clayton at Amery at Turtle Lake Double Header vs. Birchwood Double Header vs. Luck vs. Northwood at Cameron Double Header vs. Lake Holcombe vs. Prairie Farm vs. Siren Double Header vs. Shell Lake vs. Turtle Lake at Clayton vs. Grantsburg at Spring Valley at Northwood at Bruce vs. Cameron

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Clayton Girls Basketball Back row, left to right: Alison Leslie, McKenna Larson, Cammie Ketz, Jensyn Bussewitz. Front row: Kiana Fall, Mackinzie Fall, Jaedyn Bussewitz, Kailey Ketz.

Clayton girls basketball reload BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Things are looking up for the Clayton girls' basketball team this season as it returns four letter winners, including two starters, from last year’s 19-4 squad which placed second in the Central Lakeland Conference. Leading the Bears this year is senior, and returning starter, Cammie Ketz. Ketz was the team’s second leading rebounder last season and provides good leadership on and off the

court. Joining her back in the starting lineup is junior Mackinzie Fall, who was the team’s leading scorer in the final few games of her sophomore season. “I look for her to be a perimeter threat on offense and a defensive leader as well,” said Head Coach Kevin Fall “Mackinzie will provide quality leadership... on both ends of the floor.” Juniors McKenna Larson and Jensyn Bussewitz also return with varsity experience

to guide a group of four freshmen joining the varsity roster. At 5-9, Larson gives the squad some height and is expected to be a key rebound and defender in the paint. Coach Fall said Bussewitz will play a much bigger role this season as both her basketball skills and strength have improved in the off-season. “The goal for the 2015-16 season will be to win the Central Lakeland Conference title,” said Coach Fall. “We will be very young and athletic.”

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With a solid mix of experienced upperclassmen and skilled young athletes, the Bears have a solid recipe for immediate success and building blocks to continue the success for years to come. Coach Fall said the upperclassmen are very athletic and skilled which will serve well to help a skilled freshman group with good work ethic and a great understanding the game. “We are very excited about the 2015-16 season,” Fall said. “We will be challenged with

player depth and physical size,” noting that defending larger teams will be especially difficult. Standing in Clayton’s way of winning the conference title is pre-season favorite Turtle Lake, which features talented senior Taylor Schnieder as well as a strong supporting cast. Cameron and Prairie Farm are also looking to mix things up at the top.

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Clayton Boys Basketball Back row, left to right: Austin Anderson, Brett Juleff, Andrew Schradle, Brandon Gilbertson Robert Bodsberg, Joe Tetner, Chris Moskal, Kobe Berghammer. Front row: Brock Johnson, Tanner Wahlstrom, Brandon Larson, Cameron Bodsberg, Caleb Dotseth, Dylan Anderson, Kiley Bodsberg, CJ Manske.

Clayton Bears look for return to the top BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Clayton is looking for big things from its boys’ basketball team this season. The Bears’ 9-15 record last season marked their first losing season since going 10-11 during their 2004-05 campaign. However, they did manage to defeat New Auburn in the first round of postseason play before losing to Eau Claire Immanuel. “We didn’t graduate a senior, so the guys that are coming back have varsity experience,” said head coach Nick Schradle. “We need our guys to improve themselves individually throughout the year,

which will help our team production.” This year, the Clayton team will feature four experienced seniors to lead the way. Brandon Gilbertson returns as both the leading scorer (16 ppg) and leading rebounder (8 rpg). Cameron Bodsberg posted 15 points and a team-high 3 assists per game last season. “We will look to them for leadership on both ends of the floor,” Schradle said. “We need these returners and others to step up and fill some voids.” The other two senior returning letter winners are Robert Bodsberg and Joe Tetner. Also returning as a

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letter winner is sophomore Austin Anderson. Schradle says the strengths this season are the players' attitudes and work ethic, but lack varsity experience, size and depth, can still cause some challenges. “All around (it’s a) good group of guys, and I expect them to work hard to improve themselves and their team,” Schradle said. “We will be looking toward some youth to develop for the future.” Cameron and Turtle Lake are the conference teams to beat, while Coach Schradle hopes his team can stay in games and give itself a chance to win.

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Tuesday, Nov. 24 vs. Frederic at Clayton Tuesday, Dec. 1 at Prairie Farm Friday, Dec. 4, 5:45 Double Header at Shell Lake Monday, Dec. 7, 7:30 at Osceola Thursday, Dec. 10 at Turtle Lake Tuesday, Dec. 15 vs. Cameron at Clayton Saturday, Dec. 19, 3 at McDonell Central Catholic Tuesday, Dec. 22, 5:45 Doubleheader at Luck Tuesday, Jan. 5 vs. Siren at Clayton Friday Jan. 8 Double Header at Northwood Monday, Jan. 11 at Clear Lake Tuesday, Jan. 19, 5:45 Double Header vs. Bruce at Clayton Thursday, Jan. 21 vs. Prairie Farm at Clayton Tuesday, Jan. 26, 5:45 Double Header vs. Shell Lake at Clayton Friday, Jan. 29 vs. Turtle Lake at Clayton Monday, Feb. 1, 7:30 at Spring Valley Thursday, Feb. 4 at Cameron Tuesday, Feb. 9 vs. Clear Lake at Clayton Friday, Feb. 12, 5:45 Double Header vs. Northwood at Clayton Tuesday, Feb. 16 vs. Chetek-Weyerhaeuser at Clayton Friday, Feb. 19, 5:45 Double Header vs. Grantsburg at Clayton Tuesday, Feb. 23 Regionals

Tuesday, Nov. 24, 4 p.m. Scrimmage at Amery Monday, Nov. 30 at Glenwood City Friday, Dec. 4 Double Header at Shell Lake Tuesday, Dec. 8 at Turtle Lake Friday, Dec. 11 vs. Cameron at Clayton Thursday, Dec. 17 at Clear Lake Tuesday, Dec. 22 Double Header at Luck Monday, Dec. 28 and Tuesday, Dec. 29 Tournament at Clayton vs. Northwood, Prairie Farm, Siren, Turtle Lake, Elmwood, Boyceville, Solon Springs Monday, Jan. 4 vs. Elmwood at Clayton Friday, Jan. 8, 5:45 Double Header at Northwood Thursday, Jan. 14 vs. Prairie Farm at Clayton Tuesday, Jan. 19 Double Header vs. Bruce at Clayton Tuesday, Jan. 26 Double Header vs. Shell Lake at Clayton Thursday, Jan. 28 vs. Turtle Lake at Clayton Tuesday, Feb. 2 at Cameron Friday, Feb. 5 vs. Clear Lake at Clayton Tuesday, Feb. 9 at Unity Friday, Feb. 12 Double Header vs. Northwood at Clayton Tuesday, Feb. 16 at New Auburn Friday, Feb. 19 Double Header vs. Grantsburg at Clayton Monday, Feb. 22 at Birchwood Thurday, Feb. 25 at Prairie Farm Tuesday, March 1 Regionals

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Clayton/Turtle Lake Wrestling

SCHEDULE Tuesday, Dec. 8, 7 p.m. vs. Durand at Turtle Lake Elementary Thursday, Dec. 10, 6 p.m. at Clear Lake Saturday, Dec. 12, 10:30 Invitational at Barron Tuesday, Dec. 15, 5 p.m. at Glenwood City Saturday, Dec. 19, 10 a.m. Invitational at Tomahawk Tuesday, Dec. 29, 9 a.m. Northern Badger Tourney at River Falls Wednesday, Dec. 30, 9:30 am. Northern Badger Tourney at River Falls Thursday, Jan. 7, 7 p.m. vs. Unity at Clayton Saturday, Jan. 9, 10 a.m. Tournament at Eau Claire North Thursday, Jan. 14, 7 p.m. at Clear Lake Saturday, Jan. 16, 9:30 a.m. Invitational at Ladysmith Thursday, Jan. 21, 7 p.m. at St. Croix Falls Saturday, Jan. 23, 9:30 a.m. Invitational at Arcadia Thursday, Jan. 28, 7 p.m. vs. Luck/Frederic/Grantsburg at Turtle Lake Saturday, Feb. 6, 10 a.m. Conference Tournament at Cameron Saturday, Feb. 13 Regional at Cumberland Tuesday, Feb. 16 Sectional at Boyceville Saturday, Feb. 20 Sectional at Osseo

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Amery Boys Basketball Back row, left to right: Brett Schulte, Beau Helin, Riley Walz, Peter Elwood, Kolten Espinosa. Front row: Lane Christensen, Seth Amundson, Tristen Collins, Connor McBrayer, Nathan Thompson.

Amery boys aiming to finish in top half of MBC BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

A top-half finish in the Middle Border Conference would be a successful season for the Amery boys' basketball team this year. After finishing last season with an 11-12 overall record and 8-6 mark (third place) in league play, the Warriors are counting on their inside play and shooting to push them deep into the playoffs. Returning letter winners this sea-

son include: Riley Walz, Beau Helin, Brett Schulte and Peter Elwood. Rounding out the roster are: Kolten Espinosa, Nathan Thompson, Connor McBrayer, Tristen Collins, Lane Christenson and Seth Amundson. Three teams are expected to put up a good fight for the conference title this season – Prescott, New Richmond and Osceola. Prescott has experience on its side with several players returning from last year’s state qualifying team.

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Amery Girls Basketball Back row, left to right: Shawna Wiese, Esmee Luchtenberg, Abby Schmidt, Madelyn Granica, Gabby Fredrick, Brianna Wundrow, Dani Meyer. Front row: Alicia Monson, Kat Fouks, Jillian Jensen, Hailey Streich.

Amery girls open with eight home games BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Coming off a 14-10 season and fourth-place Middle Border Conference finish a year ago, Amery’s girls' basketball team is looking for more of the same in the 2015-16 season. This year’s squad brings more athletic ability and should be a much better rebounding team than a year ago, but currently lacks experience and scoring power. The Warriors went 8-6 in MBC play last season and finished the year with a 1-1 tourna-

ment record, defeating St. Croix Falls in the first round before falling to Hayward. The top returning scorer from that team is Jillian Jensen, who averaged 8 points, 4.5 rebounds and one assist per game. Katlyn Fouks is the top rebounder to return, averaging five rebounds per game to go with her five points and one assist. Of the seven total returning letter winners, those were the only players to average more than three points or rebounds per game. Also in the running for making the starting lineup are Alicia Monson, Dani Meyer, Hai-

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Amery Hockey Back row, left to right: Bennett Hellie, Bergan Kjeseth, Dylan Nyholm, Isaac Hanson, Chase Measner, Casey Brune, Brock Hojem, Jake Ganter, Ethan Panek, David Olson, Jacob Howell, Austin Vondoehren, Conner Engebretson, Tyler Wiseman, Ridge Sigsworth. Front row: Brett Forrest, Ryan Van Blaricom, Cam Smith, Adam Doroff, Jimmy Lindquist, Adrian Troff, Parker Griffin, Bryce Gehrman, Devan Nelson.

Hockey team hopeful for rebound BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

After winning the Middle Border Conference Title during the 2011-12 season, Amery’s boys’ hockey team has struggled to reclaim that glory. The Warriors slipped to fourth place the following season with a 6-8 league record and were winless in the MBC each of the last two seasons. “We put a lot of young players in tough situations last year, and I think we will really benefit from that this year,” said Amery Head Coach Tim Henningsgard. “We hope to improve each day and be

much better at the end of the season than we are today. … If we do this, I think we can win a playoff game this year.” The Warriors return 12 letterwinners from last year’s 2-22 squad, including Adam Doroff, Casey Brune, Jacob Ganter, Ryan Van Blaricom, Dylan Nyholm, David Olson, Ethan Panek, Chase Measner, Cam Smith, Jacob Howell, Bennett Hellie and Brock Hojem. Panek, last season’s leading scorer, racked up nine goals and 12 assists during the 2014-15 campaign while his linemates for this season, Olson and Nyholm, bring with them 11 and 8 points, respectively, from a year ago.

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“Hopefully, these three improve on the production to help lead our team again this year,” Henningsgard said. Perennial power New Richmond is again the team to beat in the MBC. “The last couple of seasons, we have struggled to win games,” Henningsgard said. “We need to do a better job of competing against the elite teams, and hopefully we can sneak away with a big conference win.” Amery opens the 2015-16 season with three home games. The first two come Nov. 27 and 28 against Big River Conference foes River Falls and Menomonie, respectively.

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Amery Wrestling Back row, left to right: Andrew Smith, Johnny Benitez, Hunter Marko, Turner Luke, Brian Ausen, Jack Ince, Bennett Paulson, Eli Newton. Middle row: Cody Frye, Michael Smith, Corey Grundner, Cody Thompson, Tyler Nichols, Carl Oman, Mason Goulet, Matthew Kruhlic. Front row: Dylan Clausen, Josh McCloud, Jude Ingham, Shawn Waalen, Canyon Schwartz, Lance Waalen, Cody Dudgeon, James Baillargeon.

Warrior wrestlers have sights set on state titles BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery head wrestling coach Scott Marko is very clear about the goal for his team this season. A Team State Championship! That is a lofty goal for the Warriors, who have won 14 individual state titles in school history, but have yet to make an appearance at the team state tournament since finishing runner up to Coleman in the 1960 Big Show under coach Bob Johnson. Even so, Coach Marko has good reason to be optimistic about his team’s chances this season. The Warriors were one dual meet win away from making the trip to Madison last season, losing to Middle Border Conference rival and eventual Division 2 state runner up Ellsworth. Returning from last year’s squad that sent

six individuals to the state tournament and returning with three podium finishers, including two individual state champions, is the majority of that state qualifying group. Leading the way is defending 126-pound state champion and University of Minnesota recruit Hunter Marko. Hunter Marko, now a senior, went 40-1 last season and ended the year with a 4-2 win over Wisconsin Lutheran’s Tepra Wright in the state final. He is also a folkstyle and freestyle all-American, placing second at the National Folkstyle Tournament and fifth at the National Freestyle Tournament. Also back is defending 182-pound state champion Bennett Paulson who went 44-2 his junior season, winning his championship match in 2:16 by injury default over Mount Horeb’s Matt Blome. Austen Conner, a junior, placed sixth in the state tournament in the 120-pound weight

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class as a sophomore. Andrew Smith and Eli Newton also qualified for the state tournament last season and will return for their senior seasons. “We return a very good nucleus of wrestlers from last year and have some very eager new kids ready to make a mark on the team,” said Coach Marko. Defending Division 2 state runner up Ellsworth remains the conference favorite. “We will win our fair share of matches,” said Coach Marko. “We will have to be able to overcome a very solid lineup that has only gotten stronger due to some recent transfers to Ellsworth. We will need some kids to wrestle above themselves and win matches they are not expected to win in order to win.” The Warriors will be tested immediately, as they open the season on Thursday, Dec. 3 by hosting Ellsworth at 7 p.m.

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Friday, Nov. 27, and Saturday Nov. 28 TOURNAMENT at Amery Ice Arena vs. Baldwin-Woodville, River Falls, Menomonie FRIDAY: 2 p.m. Baldwin vs. Menomonie; 5 p.m. Amery JV vs. River Falls JV; 7 p.m. Amery vs. River Falls SATURDAY: 2 p.m. Baldwin JV vs. River Falls JV; 4 p.m. Baldwin vs. River Falls; 7 p.m. Amery vs. Menomonie Tuesday, Dec. 1 vs. Spooner at Amery Ice Arena Thursday, Dec. 3 at New Richmond Sports Center Saturday, Dec. 5 vs. Black River Falls at Amery Ice Arena Tuesday, Dec. 8 vs. Baldwin-Woodville at Baldwin United Civic Center Friday, Dec. 11 vs Central at Green Island Ice Arena, LaCrosse Saturday, Dec. 12 vs. Viroqua at Viroqua Community Arena Tuesday, Dec. 15 vs. Highland Park at Amery Ice Arena Thursday, Dec. 17 vs. Siren at Amery Ice Arena Monday, Dec. 28 vs. Baldwin-Woodville, Spooner, Sauk Prairie, La Crosse Central at Barron Ice Rink Tuesday, Dec. 29 Amery MS vs. Baldwin-Woodville, Spooner, Sauk Prairie, La Crosse Central at Barron Ice Rink Wednesday, Dec. 30 vs. Baldwin-Woodville, Spooner, Sauk Prairie, La Crosse Central at Barron Ice Rink Saturday, Jan. 2 vs. Tomah at Amery Ice Arena Thursday, Jan. 7 at Somerset high school Tuesday, Jan. 12 vs. Eau Claire Regis at Hobbs Ice Arena Thursday, Jan. 14 vs. New Richmond at Amery Ice Arena Tuesday, Jan. 19 vs. Baldwin-Woodville at Amery Saturday, Jan. 23 vs. River Falls at Wildcat Center Tuesday, Jan. 26 vs. Siren at Lodge Center Arena, Siren; Amery MS vs. Grantsburg at Siren Lodge Ice Arena Thursday, Jan. 28 vs. Eau Claire Regis at Amery Ice Arena Tuesday, Feb. 2 vs. Spooner at Cumberland Hockey Rink Thursday, Feb. 4 vs. Somerset at Amery Ice Arena Friday, Feb. 12 vs. Black River Falls at Milt Lunda Arena Tuesday, Feb. 16 WIAA Regional Tournament

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Monday, Nov. 16, 4 p.m. Scrimmage with Clear Lake, Cumberland, St. Croix Falls at Amery MS Gym Thursday, Nov. 19 vs. Barron Area Schools at Amery Tuesday, Nov. 24 vs. Somerset at Amery Tuesday, Dec. 1 vs. Rice Lake at Amery Friday, Dec. 4 vs. Prescott at Amery Tuesday, Dec. 8 vs. St. Croix Central at Amery Monday, Dec. 14 vs. Grantsburg at Amery MS Gym Thursday, Dec. 17 vs. Ellsworth at Amery Tuesday, Dec. 22 vs. Spooner at Amery Tuesday, Jan. 5 at Osceola Thursday, Jan. 7 at Baldwin-Woodville Tuesday, Jan. 12 vs New Richmond at Amery Friday, Jan. 15 at Somerset Monday, Jan. 18, 7:15 p.m. at Menomonie Friday, Jan. 22 at Prescott Tuesday, Jan. 26 at St. Croix Central Friday, Jan. 29 at Ellsworth Tuesday, Feb. 2 vs. St. Croix Falls at Amery Thursday, Feb. 4 vs. Osceola at Amery Tuesday, Feb. 9 MS at Glenwood City Friday, Feb. 12 vs. Baldwin-Woodville at Amery Monday, Feb. 15 MS at Chetek-Weyerhaeuser Thursday, Feb. 18 at New Richmond

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Back row, left to right: Dylan Nyholm, Chase Measner, Brock Hojem, Ethan Panek, Jacob Howell. Front row: Bennett Hellie, Ryan Van Blaricom, Cam Smith, Adam Doroff, Jake Ganter, David Olson, Casey Brune.

Back row, left to right: Kat Fouks, Jillian Jensen, Gabby Frederick, Hailey Streich. Front row: Esmee Luchtenberg, Alicia Monson, Dani Meyer.

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Returning for Amery Wrestling Back row, left to right: Andrew Smith, Johnny Benitez, Hunter Marko, Turner Luke, Bennett Paulson, Eli Newton. Front row: Corey Grundner, Jude Ingham, Cody Thompson, Shawn Waalen, Tyler Nichols.

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Returning for Amery Boys Basketball Brett Schulte, Beau Helin, Riley Walz, Peter Elwood.

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