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Amery seventh grader Nick Bush isn’t just surviving the seventh grade; he’s thriving in it. “Nick’s a big student leader. He’s a very positive hard working kid–a good role model for other kids in the class,” says Amery Middle School Principal, Tom Benson.

Like a lot of middle schoolers, Nick likes to read about kids his age. And much like the struggles of seventh grade, survival is a common theme.

“All of the survival shows that I’ve watched, there’s never any kids on them,” Nick says. “But kids can do it too.”

Nick reads all about one such juBush nior survivalist in one of his favorite books, “My side of the Mountain,” by Jean Craighead George. Why does he like the book?

“Mainly the character. He’s my age and he leaves home to get away from the city, and he survives off the land,” says Nick.

When Nick’s dad, Jon Bush, told Nick about the Star Prairie Fish and Game’s grant program, the two of them thought every seventh grader in Amery might like the book too.

The Star Prairie Fish and Game Grant Program exists to help local non-profit programs, projects, and organizations in the advancement of the outdoors.

The $500 grant would be enough to provide all 110 seventh graders with their own copy of the book.

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Speakers had the full attention of middle school audience members during the December 14 presentation from ‘Rise Together,’ a Green-Bay based organization that was recruited by Polk County’s Drug Endangered Children Committee.

Motivational group sheds light on ‘the elephant in the room’

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When Anthony Alvarado stood in front of Amery’s Middle School students December 14 and asked everyone who’d ever lost someone to substance abuse to please rise, the results were startling. Roughly 25 percent of students left their seats during both the Middle School and High School sessions.

It’s an unfortunate percent-

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age, and one he sees at least several times a week throughout Wisconsin, presenting with his Green Bay-based group, Rise Together.

“Something needs to change in your community,” said Alvarado to the students.

Anthony and his colleagues aren’t preaching a message.

They’re telling their stories–as regular kids who grew up in Wisconsin. About how a slip-

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St. Luke 2: 1-20 nd it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed.

And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.

And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city.

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To be taxed with Mary, his espoused wife, being great with child.

And so it was, that, while they went there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered.

And she brought forth her

firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.

And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.

And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round

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pery slope of self-doubt pulled them into addiction, and how the climb back out led them to the stage of Amery High School’s auditorium.

Rise Together’s presentation talks about the increasing over-medication of our society.

And the take away isn’t what any student was expecting. That is, that slipping and falling are part of life. It doesn’t make you

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less human. But everyone can get back up, and we need to do it together.

“They told me I couldn’t talk to kids like you, because you’re too young for this message,” says Alvarado. “Yet you hear about drugs and alcohol on TV, and on the radio, and all around you every day, and the message you hear is that it’s ok.”

“Who here has been hurt? Who’s been sad?

Broken? Unsure where to go next? We all struggle,” says Alvarado. “I’m a person in long-term recovery, I’m not an addict. I’m a father. I’m here to make a difference in your life for just long enough for you to make a difference in someone else’s.”

Alvarado says that statistically, experimenting with alcohol, tobacco, and marijuana starts at this very age, 6-8 grades.

“They called me lazy and young and treated me like I couldn’t make my own decisions, but I’m not going to do that today.”

Several guests spoke to students that day, among them, Douglas Darby, who tells students he first smoked marijuana when he was nine years old, eventually losing his own father to drug addiction at age 15. It was about that time when he started using marijuana every day.

“At 15 I had written it in stone that I was never going to go there with my life. I promise you, I never said ‘when I grow up I want to be some junkie,’” says Darby. “I was a very arrogant, grandiose teen-

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“Please stand if someone you know has died because of drug or alcohol addiction,” says Rise Together’s Anthony Alvarado. During both the Middle and High School sessions, roughly 25 percent of the students left their seats. “Something needs to change in your community,” he said. Alvarado asked the seated students to “Rise Together” with their peers in a show of their support.

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Clad in tattoos and a t-shirt that reads ‘heroin killed the radio star,’ Rise Together’s Anthony Alvarado talks candidly with Amery’s middle schoolers about the reality of drug addiction. The roughly two-hour presentation was toned down slightly for 6-8 graders, but heavily impactful for students in middle school and high school alike.

ager. The more I tried, the more I liked.”

He displays a picture of himself in high school, and talks about the trouble he would get into, eventually getting addicted to prescription drugs and Vicodin. He spent five years shooting-up in bathrooms and robbing pharmacies, and eventually got caught.

“I was a junkie, I wasn’t an idiot,” Darby says.

And then he talks about the day he got sober, at 25 years old, sitting in a jail cell.

“It was the first time in my adult life that a needle didn’t go into my

arm,” says Darby, candidly sharing the hell of detox, and the U-turn his life made through prison and treatment. Today, Darby encourages the students to be the spark that turns someone else’s life around.

Amery Assistant Police Chief Joe Vierkandt was instrumental in bringing these stories to Amery’s students. And for him, it’s personal.

“I come from an absolutely amazing family– with problems,” says Joe. “I’m a product of a very strong woman, but I’m also a product of a heroin addict.”

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Joe was part of the audience for both sessions, and one who stood up as having lost someone he knows to addiction. Joe lost his father and three uncles at a young age, and luckily, had a very influential stepfather that kept his life on the right path.

“I absolutely hate drugs, because I carry that chip on my shoulder every day,” he says. “Doug’s story is so much like mine.

But where did we split?

Where did I draw a line and he went down that path?”

‘Rise Together’ was made possible by Joe’s involvement with the Drug Endangered Children (DEC) Committee of Polk County. Joe says that it’s all about getting back to his department’s mission.

It’s a mission he takes to heart, especially the part about “maintaining a

true partnership with the Amery community.”

“I really do believe in this. We have to get into our schools,” Vierkandt says. “I want people to know, first of all, that we care and we’re willing to help. We’d rather take care of the problem proactively, than reactively,” he adds.

Principal Shawn Doerfler says the reaction among high school students has been overwhelmingly positive.

“People got stuff, everybody does,” Doerfler says.

He comments to Alvarado after the program, “You didn’t knock on the door lightly today, you kicked the door down.”

A quick survey of student reaction is telling.

“I thought it was really cool how they told their own stories, it made it easier to relate to,” said

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about them; and they were sore afraid.

And the angel said unto them, Fear not; for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.

For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.

And this shall be a sign unto you; You shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, Iying in a manger.

And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.

And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them in heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass,

which the Lord hath made known unto us.

And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger.

And when they had seen it, they made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this child.

And all they that heard it wondered at those things which were told them by the shepherds.

But Mary kept all these things and pondered them in her heart.

And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told unto them. ~~ -John 3:16 For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

one student. “I was surprised how many people stood up when they asked if they knew someone who’d passed away from drugs or alcohol,” said another. And a third, “I had a cousin that overdosed.

It hit home for me. I guess I understand more of why they might choose to do it.”

Alvarado says their work is making a positive impact in Wisconsin, with 88 percent of students reporting that they’d be less likely to use drugs and alcohol. “They see us as their fears.

We’re relatable. We make them feel like they’re not alone, because everybody struggles,” says Alvarado. “We’re here because of the stigma. We don’t want people to be shamed or guilted about the situation. We want to give them hope.”

Benson supported the project from the start. “He came to me and told me he really wanted to do this, and told why he really liked the book. We made sure that all families would approve, and they did. So I gave him approval to write the grant and we waited,” says Benson.

In Nick’s handwritten grant application, he tells Star Prairie Fish and Game that he wants to give each 7th grader a book that educates them on the outdoors. The book would either be “My Side of the Mountain” or “Hatchet,” because both describe scenarios of teens living off the land.

Nick tells the organization that the material would afford them the chance to see what the outdoors hold.

The funds were received on behalf of the school shortly after. And Nick brought 110 copies of the book to school on Friday, December 11.

Not all of the money was used in the purchase, so Nick plans to donate the rest of the money toward improvements in the school forest.

And the reaction throughout seventh grade? “A lot of kids have told me they really like the book,” says Nick.

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Diagnosed patients and caregivers are welcome to attend the Early stage Alzheimer’s Support Group the first Wednesday of each month beginning at 10 a.m. at the Amery Area Community Center. The group will discuss challenges along with the therapeutic benefits of family involvement. For further information, contact the community center at 715268-6605.

JANUARY 14 Caring for animals in the winter Dr. Abby from Painted Sky Vet Clinic will be speaking at the Amery Area Community Center on January 14 at 9 a.m.

She will give a free presentation on the topic of caring for pets during the winter months, with a question and answer session to follow. Coffee and cookies will be served.

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‘Robin Hood’ ‘Robin Hood’ will be performed as part of Prairie Fire Children’s Theater production at 7 p.m. on Friday, January 15, and 10:30 a.m. on Saturday January 16 at the High School Auditorium. The troop will hold auditions for the production at 3:30 p.m. on Monday, January 11.

Tuesday from February 2 to April 5 (and Thursday, April 7), to assist taxpayers in preparing their federal and state tax returns and Wisconsin Homestead Credit requests.

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A Valentine’s party featuring Jim Armstrong will be held at the Amery Area Community

Center beginning at noon on Thursday, February 11. Music will take place from 12:30 to 1:30, and over $100 in prizes will be given away. Wear red to be eligible for a prize drawing and bring a guest for another entry. Come early to play games, stay late to enjoy music.

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DECEMBER 22, 2015

BY TOM STANGL FROM THE PUBLISHER’S DESK

Well, Christmas is knocking on our doors. I hope you are ready and are able to spend time with friends and family, which is the best gift one can receive. Throughout my newspaper career, I have run the following editorial, the most famous newspaper editorial of all time, reprinted here because it fits the season.

As children grow older and wiser, parents inevitably are faced with the question, “Is there a Santa Claus?” When Virginia O’Hanlon asked that Publisher question of her parents in 1897, they suggested she write the Tom Stangl New York Sun for an answer.

She did, and Francis P. Church, a Civil War correspondent, wrote an editorial response which has become an American literary classic. Mr. Church died in 1906. The New York Sun closed its doors in 1950. Virginia O’Hanlon Douglas died in 1971 after a distinguished career as a teacher and administrator in the New York City school system. However, the letter from Virginia, and Mr. Church’s response, will live forever as a part of our Christmas heritage. It is still a wonderful answer to a very difficult question.

Dear Editor: I am 8 years old. Some of my little friends say there is no Santa Claus. Papa says, “If you see it in The Sun it’s so.” Please tell me the truth; is there a Santa Claus?

Virginia O’Hanlon Virginia, your little friends are wrong. They have been affected by the skepticism of a skeptical age. They do not believe except they see. They think that nothing can be which is not comprehensible by their little minds. All minds, Virginia, whether they be men’s or children’s are little.

In this great universe of ours man is a mere insect, an ant, in his intellect, as compared with the boundless world about him, as measured by the intelligence capable of grasping the whole of truth and knowledge.

Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus. He exists as certainly as love and generosity and devotion exist, and you know that they abound and give to your life its highest beauty and joy. Alas! How dreary would be the world if there were no Santa Claus! It would be as dreary as if there were no Virginias. There would be no childlike faith then, no poetry, no romance to make tolerable this existence. We should have no enjoyment, except in sense and sight. The eternal light with which childhood fills the world would be extinguished.

Not believe in Santa Claus! You might as well not believe in fairies! You might get your papa to hire men to watch in all the chimneys on Christmas Eve to catch Santa Claus, but even if they did not see Santa Claus coming down, what would that prove? Nobody sees Santa Claus, but that is no sign that there is no Santa Claus. The most real things in the world are those that neither children nor men can see. No Santa Claus!

Thank God, he lives, and he lives forever. A thousand years from now. Virginia, nay, ten time ten thousand years from now, he will continue to make glad the hearts of childhood.

From The New York Sun, September 21,1897 To our valued friends, subscribers & advertisers, best wishes for a happy holiday season - Merry Christmas!

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.

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Minnesota comparisons

BY MATT POMMER

Gov. Scott Walker is annoyed with the media. He says reporters and editors are paying too much attention to news of companies closing or laying off workers.

Walker wants more people to be talking about the state’s unemployment rate, now below the national average. There are more than 80,000 job openCapitol in WisconNewsletter ings sin, the governor Matt told a Northern Pommer Wisconsin Economic Development Summit.

Meanwhile, the non-partisan Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance reported that Wisconsin trails Minnesota by 8.5 percent in per capita income. By comparison Wisconsin had a 5 percent lead over Minnesota in the period ending 1966, the WTA report said.

Wisconsin still has 5.5 percent more tax-fi lers than Minnesota, but the number of those earning $200,000 or more is 43.6 percent higher in Minnesota.

The WTA said one factor is that there are more jobs in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area than in the four-county Milwau-

kee metropolitan area. Minnesota corporate headquarters tend to be in the 14-county metropolitan area, while just half of Wisconsin corporate headquarters are in the Milwaukee metropolitan area.

Having a larger number of corporate headquarters in an area helps provides a ”vibrant and fluid labor market” with a pool of seasoned individuals who can easily move to other companies, it added.

Attracting and retaining a quality corporate work force has long been a topic among Milwaukee business and government leaders.

A poll sponsored by the Public Policy Forum of nearly 500 millennials working in the Milwaukee area provided a new focus on the question.

The top issue for them is the crime rate, followed by the economy. Milwaukee scored high in cultural and entertainment opportunities among this group. Good and uncongested roads were also in the hopes of those polled.

Walker also seemed to have roads on his mind in his remarks to the northern economic summit. He talked about the need for government to be a better partner including providing a good infrastructure. Highway funding and state aid for local roads has been an on-going issue as fuel-efficient

vehicles reduce gasoline tax revenues. Walker has opted to borrow for transportation needs.

The governor also talked about reducing income and property taxes in future years. His comments increased speculation he would seek a third term as governor in 2018. He already has said he isn’t interested in running for the U.S. Senate. That seat is now held by a Democrat, Tammy Baldwin.

The governor has been a frequent visitor to northern Wisconsin since he abandoned his bid for the Republican presidential nomination. A Marquette University Law School poll, taken in late summer showed only 38 percent supported Walker. There was widespread dissatisfaction of him campaigning for president while he was governor.

Erosion of his support among citizens was especially noticeable in “outstate” area stretching through western and northern parts of the state.

Taxes were not a key issue in the poll of Milwaukee-area millennials. Lowering income taxes has long been a part of the Wisconsin Republican approach for economic development. Someone is sure to note that Minnesota has higher income tax rates than Wisconsin.

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Amery Area Municipal Court Amery Area Municipal Court was held in Amery on Wednesday, Dec. 9. The following cases were heard:

City of Amery— Bradley T. Bergeron, 34, North Branch, MN, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Mary A. Flynn, 59, Clear Lake, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Heather L. Miller, 43, Turtle Lake, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Sherry A. Minor, 34, Clayton, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Mariah L. Moon, 20, Amery, operate motor vehicle without insurance, $124; fail to yield at uncontrolled intersection, $98.80; operate without valid license, $124.

17 year old, Amery, 5 counts truancy, $92.50 each.

17 year old, Amery, 2 counts truancy (2nd), $124 each.

Matthew J. Sias, 39, Eau Claire, operate motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Village of Clear Lake— Ginger J. Andrews, 56, La-

fayette, IN, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Glenn R. Baier, 26, Northfield, MN, operate motor vehicle without insurance, $124.

Bradly J. Baird, 35, Rice Lake, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Justin T. Benson, 27, Roberts, exceeding speed zones (110 mph), $98.80.

Caprice R. Bingham, 44, Houlton, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.

Carrie A. Buhr, 38, Clear Lake, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.

Bradly A. Christensen, 44, Burnsville, MN, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.

16 year old, Clear Lake, disturbance of the peace with motor vehicle, $114.

Donavan J. Dixon, 18, Amery, theft-movable property <=$2500, $92.50.

Tanya K. Dudeck, 32, Clear Lake, resist or obstruct an officer, $250.

17 year old, Clear Lake, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Barbara J. Foote, 60, Omaha, NE, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Ayla M. Graden-Dodge, 29,

Clayton, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Leah M. Hanson, 23, Ramsey, MN, failure to yield right of way, $98.80.

Joseph E. Helgeson, 33, Bay City, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Steven J. Hellstern, 61, Rice Lake, speeding on city highway (16-19 mph), $124.

Joshua D. Hitz, 34, Menomonie, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Kelly A. Jacob, 37, Rochester, MN, exceeding speed zones (110 mph), $98.80.

Derek R. Keeney, 24, Scandia, MN, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Charles F. Kreitz, 48, Stacy, MN, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Elise M. Matheny, 25, Circle Pines, MN, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.

Brent K. Miller, 43, Cameron, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.

Sherry A. Otto, 49, Somerset, exceeding speed zones (1115 mph), $98.80.

Travis A. Peterson, 27, Turtle Lake, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.

Sasha R. Piazza, 24, Clear

Lake, operate motor vehicle without insurance, $124; failure to yield right of way, $98.80.

Mark H. Ralph, 36, Somerset, exceeding speed zones (110 mph), $98.80.

16 year old, Clear Lake, failure to stop for school bus, $250.

Eric P. Satre, 35, So. St. Paul, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.

Joseph W. Schafer, 25, Mendota Heights, MN, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.

Jacob E. Stauffer, 25, Stone Lake, exceeding speed zones (25-29 mph), $174.40.

William A. Udelhofen, 49, Mahtomedi, MN, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.

16 year old, Glenwood City, operate without valid license, $124.

Not Guilty Pleas— A plea of Not Guilty was entered by the following: Patrick Jones, Milltown, speeding (1-10 mph).

Glenn Baier, Northfield, MN, speeding (16-19 mph).

Abdulqadir Noor, Barron, operate left of center line.

Thieves revive IRS scam

BY SUZANNE LINDGREN EDITOR@OSCEOLASUN.COM

With tax season just around the corner, con artists pretending to be the IRS seem to have renewed their efforts to con taxpayers.

Amery residents have reported calls and some have fallen victim to the scam, which starts with a phone call from someone claiming to be an employee of the IRS. The callers can sound convincing, and have been reported to use fake names, badge numbers and altered caller ID. The caller tells their target that money is owed and must be paid promptly through a prepaid debit card or wire transfer. If a target refuses to cooperate, they might be threatened with arrest or suspension of a business or driver’s license.

Alternatively, victims may be

told they have a refund due to try to trick them into sharing private information.

Scammers have called people of all income levels in almost every state. Though the scheme is a few years old, cons are innovative, according to the IRS. Scammers have called people of all income levels in almost every state. Though the scheme is a few years old, cons are innovative, according to the IRS. Some give an actual IRS address, telling the victim to mail a receipt for their payment. Others send letters or

emails with official IRS letterhead replaced with the scammer’s phone number or email address for a reply.

The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration has received reports of about 736,000 scam contacts since October 2013.

Of those, nearly 4,550 victims have been swindled out of more than $23 million, collectively, as a result of the scam.

And as many charities make their end of the year fundraising push, potential donors should be wary of any charity asking to them to deposit funds an send a partial refund back. In this scenario, the scammer asks their target to deposit a check and send a portion back via cashier’s check or money order. The scammer’s check never clears, but by the time their victim realizes that, the money they sent is gone.

Five ways to tell it’s a scam Scammers often do five things that the IRS never does. Any one of them is a sign of a scam.

Call you to demand immediate payment. The IRS will not call about taxes you owe without mailing you a bill first.

Demand that you pay taxes without giving you the chance to question or appeal the amount they say you owe.

Require you to use a certain payment method for your taxes, such as a prepaid debit card.

Ask for credit or debit card numbers over the phone.

Threaten to bring in local police or other law-enforcement to have you arrested for not paying.

If you get a phone call from someone claiming to be from the IRS and asking for money, here’s what to do: If you know you owe taxes or think you might owe, call the IRS at 800-829-1040 to talk about payment options. You also may be able to set up a payment plan on-

line at IRS.gov.

If you know you don’t owe taxes or have no reason to believe that you do, report the incident to TIGTA at 1.800.366.4484 or at www. tigta.gov.

If phone scammers target you, also contact the Federal Trade Commission at FTC.gov. Use their “FTC Complaint Assistant” to report the scam. Add “IRS Telephone Scam” to the comments of your complaint.

JUVENILES: City of Amery— 16 year old, Amery, truancy 2nd, $124.

15 year old, Amery, truancy, $92.50.

16 year old, Amery, truancy, $92.50.

Village of Clear Lake— 16 year old, Clear Lake, juvenile possession of tobacco products, $25.

16 year old, Clear Lake, underage drinking – possess 1720, $187.

Commitment orders/Warrants Commitment orders/Warrants were issued for the following people to spend one day in jail for each $50 that remains unpaid for failing to pay forfeitures: Ricardo Javier Frausto Juarez, Deer Park, operate without valid driver’s license, $124.

Daniel R. Pruden, New Richmond, theft, $303.

Cheyenne Crow-Guzman, Amery, disorderly conduct, theft, $793.66.

Joshua J. Robarge, Frederic, possession of drug paraphernalia, $187.

Amery Police Department Incidents 12/11/15-12/18/15 12/18/15, 9:47PM- Police assisted EMS with an elderly subject fell at Evergreen.

12/18/15, 8:16PM- Police responded to the Amery True Value for an Alarm.

12/18/15, 1:39PM- Police responded to the middle school for a juvenile disorderly incident.

12/18/15, 11:38PM- Police responded to Amery Behavioral Health to assist with a patient.

12/17/15, 10:48PM- Police responded to a domestic disturbance.

12/17/15, 11:00AM- Police responded to a suspicious firearms incident.

12/17/15, 3:52AM- Police responded to Freedom Value Center for an Alarm.

12/16/15, 1:46PM- Police were subpoenaed for Probation and testified for a revocation hearing.

12/16/15, 2:34AM- Police responded to Amery Behavioral Health to assist with a patient.

12/15/15, 3:00PM- Police responded to a child welfare check. Subjects were arrested.

12/15/15 2:00PM- Police responded to the High School for a juvenile incident.

12/14/15, 8:30PM- Police responded to SMC for theft from vehicles.

12/14/15, 4:19PM- Police responded to Willow Ridge to assist with a patient.

12/14/15, 8:30AM- Police attended Rise Together at the High School.

12/13/15, 5:24PM- Police investigated drug activity.

12/12/11:52PM- Police responded to ARMC for a mental health issue.

12/12/15, 8:06PM- Police responded to a domestic disturbance.

12/12/15, 6:57AM- Police responded to a disturbance and welfare check of a subject.

Arrests: 12/15/15- Cody Utgard, Amery, was arrested for a Probation Violation and Probation Warrant.

12/15/15- Allison Ganley, Amery, was arrested for Possession of THC 3rd offense, Possession of Paraphernalia, and a Probation Violation.

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AMERY FREE PRESS

DECEMBER 22, 2015

107 Years Ago December 17, 1908

story reported in the Amery Free Press during 1975.

Lead by Seniors Al Rudd and Brad Sauve, the basketball Warriors complied a 23-0 record during the regular season and tournament play up to the state meet. First year Coach Steve Wilhelm returned to the UW Madison field house where he was a player for the Badgers in 1974.

Boy Drowned Little Norval Peterson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Peterson of this village was drowned in Apple River near the wagon bridge yesterday at about eleven o’clock.

The little fellow had been at school during the forenoon and was returning home at noon, playing along upon the ice near the bridge when he ventured too near one of the piers (around which the water was not frozen) about the center of the bridge. His tracks in the snow and his little cap upon the ice near the hole told only too plainly of his fate.

The ice was dynamited and broken up and the river dragged with grappling hooks for nearly four hours before the body was recovered. At 3:10 p.m. M. C. Smith found the body and it was later taken to J. G. Burman’s undertaking parlors.

Mr. Peterson who is in the west has been telegraphed for and is expected home tonight.

100 Years Ago December 23, 1915 Ole Shock Burned Ole Shock, a former resident of this community, died at Grygle, Minn. the first of the week.

The house on Mr. Shock’s claim burned some three weeks ago and in fighting the flames he was badly burned and inhaled such a quantity of the hot smoke that he has been in a critical condition ever since.

Deceased was about 48 years of age and leaves many acquaintance and friends hereabouts who join with the relatives to mourn his death. The remains were brought to Deronda for the funeral.

70 Years Ago December 20, 1945 Two-Headed Calf Born at Goldsmith’s One of the oddities of nature happened Monday at the John Goldsmith place when a Guernsey cow gave birth to a two-headed calf.

Apparently normal in every other respect, the calf had two complete heads with the exception of the ears. It had but two ears.

It died shortly after birth.

60 Years Ago December 22, 1955 Letters to Santa Dear Santa, Please bring me a horn, a police car, a doctor kit, water tower for my train and a tunnel.

Bring me some new clothes.

I have been a good boy. I thank you Santa.

Steven D. Johnson Dear Santa Claus, I’m writting for my brother and sister and my self. We hope we aren’t asking for to much.

30 Years Ago December 24, 1985 Sitter Held Hostage

Education Board Proposes Building, Remodeling Job December 28, 1950 - Members of the Amery board of education voted to proceed with plans, which call for the construction of a new, six-room, elementary school, additional shop facilities and the renovation of the north school basement into a modern cafeteria.

With the additional rooms, the school system will be able to handle all grade classes in their own structures and still leave room for possible expansion. The eighth grade students are now using the new city hall for classes.

As shown in the drawing above, the new building will offset towards the front from the other two buildings creating a small children’s playground in the rear. Also included in the new building will be complete lavatory facilities to alleviate the necessity of any youngster dashing outside and to another building when the need arises.

We hope yow can spare what we ask for. Thank you very much.

Dennis, Mike, Shelly and Greg Tulgren.

Dennis – I am 10 year old: Supeior typewriter, service station, walkie talkies, burp gun, cavalry set, variety 59-game chest.

Mike – Is 6 year old: Gee-IJeep, marvelous Mike Tractor, Dragnet Holster set, Uncle Wiggily game block city set.

Shelly – Is 5 year old: Joanie’s trousseau, wardrobe, doll trunk, Tom Thumb cash register, magic slate, blackboard, Major Tinkertoy.

Greg – Is 1 year old: ABC blocks and wagon, blocks, voice phone.

Evan – Is 33 years old: Shavemaster, flashlight, wrist watch.

Mother – Is 30 years old: Rooster Pine-up, Moul, salad maker.

50 Years Ago December 23, 1965 Six Escape As Auto Submerges Two St. Paul men and their four children age 9-12, narrowly escaped serious consequences last Saturday evening when their car went through the ice on Lake Wapogasset about 7:30 p.m.

The ’62 station wagon dropped into the lake about 50 feet from the island in the north end. Fortunately, the water was just deep enough to submerge most of the car and the people were able to scramble out of it.

A few feet away from the spot, the lake measures about 25 feet deep.

All soaking wet and cold, the victims made it to the Lone Pine resort where they were cared for before returning to the city.

The group had spent the day on the lake fishing and skating and were starting across the

lake to return home at the time of the mishap.

45 Years Ago December 17, 1970 Schools Anticipates Over 2,000 Students Amery Public Schools will have at least 2,018 students by 1975, an increase of more than 300 students in the next five years, according to a report prepared by Supt. D. K. Lien.

“We have enrolled in school now enough children in grades one to six who will be in grades seven to 12 in Yesterday’s six years, to News fill our available facilities Diane Stangl to seriously overcrowded condition,” the report declares. “If we have any community growth in addition to those children already enrolled, perhaps within two or three years,” it continues.

This assumes that both Old North building and the Deer Park elementary building are used. The report points that both have ben declared inadequate for classroom purposes.

Supt. Lien pointed out that biggest increases in growth have occurred in the last two years in both the elementary school and high school.

“Estimates of our school growth in the past have always been too conservative. Perhaps these projections are also too conservative,” Supt. Lien concluded.

45 Years Ago December 21, 1970 Survive Close Shave Four Amery High School freshman boys took a mighty

cold swim about 10 p.m. on Dec. 23, when three snowmobiles plunged into the Apple River east of island near North Park in Amery. No one was injured.

Drivers of the machines were: Mark Haley, Mike Gorres and Jon Byrnes with passenger, Scott Framsted also taking a dip.

Ken Weeks and Al Anderson recovered the three machines in about eight feet of water. Several snowmobiles have gone under in the Apple River in recent years. So far no serious injuries or drowning has occurred.

40 Years Ago December 30, 1975 Unemployment at 6.8 Percent Unemployment in Polk County increased over the last two months resulting in a November jobless rate of 6.8 percent compared to September’s 4.5 percent.

The present mark is still below November 1974 when unemployment reached 8.0 percent. In Wisconsin, the level is 6.3 percent lower than the national figure of 7.5 percent.

According to District Job Service Director Donald W. Ickstadt, almost all of the employment changes in the past two months have been seasonal in nature, representing normal trends for this time of year. The largest job losses were in agriculture where employment fell nearly 14 percent as fieldwork came to a standstill. Manufacturing employment was also down 14 percent led by seasonal layoffs in food processing and apparel. Smaller losses in durable goods jobs involved non-seasonal production cutbacks.

Amery Returns to State Tourney Amery’s return trip to the WIAA state basketball tournament ranks as the top sports

A 19-year-old St. Croix Falls man held a 15-year-old Milltown girl hostage Friday night for two hours as she babysat with three young children.

Paul Maier is currently being treated at the Dunn county mental health center. He had been released from jail about three hours before the incident, on a signature bond after being arrested for disorderly conduct and driving left of the centerline.

Sheriff Paul Lindholm said the 15-year-old babysitter let Maier into the Tom Rust residence. He told her that his car was in the ditch and that police were after him and he had to call the FBI. The babysitter took the children upstairs and called the sheriff’s department when Maier began loading Rust’s weapons which were in a gun case.

Lindholm said the call came in at 8:23 p.m. and that officers were on the scene at 8:28 p.m.

The incident ended peacefully at 10:26 p.m.

Two squad cars collided responding to the situation.

Sheriff Lindholm said that State Trooper Richard D. Hoffman, 42, driving a 1985 Plymouth, set up a roadblock on 185th Ave. to prevent Maier from moving his car from the scene in the event he escaped from the house.

The state squad was parked with the lights out.

A Balsam Lake squad car, operated by Raymond Smith, 51, also with lights out, hit the state squad.

Lindholm said that Maier told the babysitter that he wouldn’t be taken alive. He proceeded to make several phone calls.

Police convinced the man to release the children, which he did. But when the babysitter started to leave the house he pulled her back inside.

Two fellow employees of Maiers from Dealer’s Overload in Milltown were permitted to enter the house.

There was a struggle inside the home. The two employees convinced Maier that police officers had left.

Lindholm said that Maier left the home unarmed bragging about how he had outsmarted police officers. He was grabbed by officers while hiding in the bushes.

Maier has been charged with criminal trespass, false imprisonment and disorderly conduct.

DECEMBER 22, 2015

AREA CHURCHES AMERY FREE LUTHERAN, 1 mile west of golf course on CTH F, Eric Christenson, pastor www.ameryflc.org Thursday, Dec. 24: 4 p.m. Christmas Eve Candlelight Service.

Every Sunday: 9 a.m. Sunday school for ages 3-103; 10:15 a.m. Worship Service.

APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY, 942 Hwy. 8, Amery Justin Hosking, pastor Thursday, Dec. 24: 6 p.m. Candlelight Christmas Eve Service.

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, Dec. 23: 9 a.m. Bible Study; 6:30 p.m. Confirmation class.

Thursday, Dec. 24: Christmas Eve: 2 p.m. Barn Service; 3:30-4:30 p.m. Christmas Dinner; 5 p.m. Balsam Christmas Eve Service; 9 p.m. Elim Service.

Sunday, Dec. 27: 8:30 a.m. Adult class; 9:30 a.m. Property Committee; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time; 10:15 a.m. Worship.

Tuesday, Dec. 29: 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, Dec. 23: 6:30 p.m. The Story - Children/Youth/ Adults.

Thursday, Dec. 24: 2 p.m. Barn Christmas Service at the home of Mark Kopp and Debra Strodthoff; 4:30 p.m. Christmas Eve Family Service; 9:30 p.m. Christmas Eve Candlelight Service.

Friday, Dec. 25: Christmas Day, church office closed.

Sunday, Dec. 27: 10 a.m. Worship.

Tuesday, Dec. 29: 6:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study.

DEER PARK UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 9:45 a.m. Worship.

DERONDA LUTHERAN, 1239 65th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-2098 Thursday, Dec. 24: 4:30 p.m. NUIC Christmas Eve Worship at Little Falls.

Friday, Dec. 25: 9:30 a.m. NUIC Christmas Day worship at Deronda.

Sunday, Dec. 27: 9:30 a.m. NUIC Combined Christmas service at Trinity.

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 Thursday, Dec. 24: Christmas Eve, 4:30 p.m. Candlelight Service with Holy Communion; 10 p.m. Candlelight Service Sunday, Dec. 27: 10:30 a.m. Christmas Lessons and Carols.

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.

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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 Thursday, Dec. 24: Christmas Eve Candlelight Worship at 3, 4:30 and 9 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 25: Office closed.

Sunday, Dec. 27: 9 a.m. Worship; No Sunday school or choir.

Thursday, Dec. 24: Christmas Eve Services 4 p.m. Candlelight Service with Holy Communion 11 p.m. Candlelight Service with Holy Commnion Sunday, Dec. 27: 8 a.m. Worship service; 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship No Sunday school 10:30 a.m. Worship Service

West Immanuel Lutheran Church Pastor Rexford Brandt

“Do not be wise in your own eyes.”

—Proverbs 3:7 NIV

FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Wednesday, Dec. 23: No Confirmation.

Thursday, Dec. 24: Christmas Eve, 4 p.m. Candlelight Service with Holy Communion.

Friday, Dec. 25: Christmas Day, 10 a.m. Christmas Day service with Holy Communion.

Sunday, Dec. 27: No Sunday school; 8:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship; 9 a.m. Choir practice; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship; 10 a.m. Traditional worship; 11 a.m. Fellowship.

Tuesday, Dec. 29: No Quilting; 1 p.m. Prayer Shawl meeting.

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.

“Glories Stream from Heaven Afar” Christmas Eve Worship

Thursday, Dec. 24 3 p.m., 4:30 p.m. and 9 p.m.

Candlelight Service with Communion

First Lutheran Church 240 W. Elm St., Amery

447 180th St., Osceola 715-294-2936

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man’s education should be like his pocket watch, for use and not for show. But just as pocket watches are somewhat out of fashion and people are tempted to show off their wealth and status by wearing expensive watches, most people can’t resist the urge to show off their education. It is hard to resist the urge to demonstrate how smart we are, and it’s even harder when people are saying things that we know to be false or inaccurate. But is it really necessary to correct every misstatement of our friends, families, and colleagues? There may be times where safety or prudence dictates that we disabuse others of their ignorance; not knowing that there is a tripping hazard on the stairs or a hot pan on the stove is ignorance of a kind which should be remedied. But pointing out other people’s ignorance usually only makes us look arrogant and the other person defensive. It is usually better to hold our tongue or to profess our own uncertainty on the matter, and if the other person wants to hear our version of the facts, they will probably ask. Perhaps the reason that nobody likes a know-it-all is because we all know that nobody knows it all.

– Christopher Simon

These weekly church messages are contributed by the following:

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AREA CHURCHES continued GRACE LUTHERAN - WELS, 460 4th St., Clear Lake, 715-263-2164 Ellery W. Groth, pastor Christmas Eve Service 7 p.m.

Christmas Day Service 10:15 a.m.

Sunday school 9 a.m. Divine worship 10:15 a.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.

Advent Worship Service Wednesdays 5:30 p.m.

Children’s Christmas Program Dec. 24 at 4:30 p.m.

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 Thursday, Dec. 24: 4:30 p.m. NUIC Christmas Eve worship at Little Falls.

Friday, Dec. 25: 9:30 a.m. NUIC Christmas Day worship at Deronda.

Sunday, Dec. 27: 9:30 a.m. NUIC Combined Christmas service at Trinity.

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.

In a religion that was born in a barn, open doors go without saying . . .

The Willow River United Methodist Parish invites you to join us this Christmas season as we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ SUNDAY WORSHIP:

8:30 a.m. Forest United Methodist Church 9:45 a.m. Deer Park United Methodist Church 11 a.m. Clear Lake United Methodist Church

CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIGHT SERVICE, DEC. 24, 2015

4 p.m. at the Forest United Methodist 5:30 p.m. at the Deer Park United Methodist 7 p.m. at the Clear Lake United Methodist Clear Lake U.M.C. - 420 4th Ave. Trinity-Deer Park U.M.C. - 221 2nd St. W Forest U.M.C. - 1893 Co. Rd. D & Hwy. 64

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, Dec. 23: 8:45 a.m. Bible Study; 12 p.m. Men’s Table Talk; 6:15 p.m. Evening Prayer.

Thursday, Dec. 24: 5 and 10 p.m. Christmas Eve Service with Holy Communion.

Friday, Dec. 25: 9 a.m. Christmas Day worship with Holy Communion.

Saturday, Dec. 26: 7-10 p.m. AA Group meeting.

Sunday, Dec. 27: 9 a.m. Worship service with Holy Communion; 10:15 a.m. Sunday school.

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, Dec. 23: No confirmation or Choir practice.

Thursday, Dec. 24: 7 p.m. Christmas Eve service w/Holy Communion.

Friday, Dec. 25: 9:30 a.m. Christmas Day service w/Holy Communion.

Sunday, Dec. 27: 9:30 a.m. Worship; No 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.

Please join us for the Christmas Season!

December 24: 4:30 p.m. Christmas Eve Combined Worship at Little Falls with Holy Communion December 25: 9:30 a.m. Christmas Day Combined Worship at Deronda with Holy Communion December 27: 9:30 a.m. Combined Christmas Worship at Trinity

NEIGHBORS UNITED IN CHRIST Deronda Little Falls Trinity Lutheran Lutheran Lutheran

Co. Rd. F west of Amery

Just off Co. Rd. C west of Amery

1578 85th Ave./Cty. Rd. F, Amery (east of Hwy. 65)

A warm Christmas welcome is extended to the entire community to attend

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC CHURCH Hwy. 46 North, Amery

Thursday, Dec. 24 - CHRISTMAS EVE 4 p.m. Children’s Christmas Eve Program followed by Mass Friday, Dec. 25 - CHRISTMAS DAY Nativity of the Lord 10:30 a.m. Christmas Day Mass Friday, Jan. 1 - NEW YEAR’S DAY 10:30 a.m. Mary - Mother of God

OUR LADY OF THE LAKES Balsam Lake

Thursday, Dec. 24 - CHRISTMAS EVE 6 p.m. Christmas Eve Mass Friday, Dec. 25 - CHRISTMAS DAY 8:30 a.m. Christmas Day Mass Thursday, Dec. 31 - NEW YEAR’S EVE 6 p.m. Mass Vigil of Mary - Mother of God The Reverend Gene Murphy and the staffs at St. Joseph and Our Lady of the Lakes extend to all a Blessed Christmas and a Joy-filled New Year!

“Christmas in the Barn” THURSDAY, DEC. 24

Join us at the manger at 2 p.m.

Strodthoff-Kopp Farm, 1364 105th Ave./ CTH C, Amery. Dress warm!

Pets Welcome - Blessings of the Animals

On Thursday, Dec. 24, everyone is invited to a dinner at 3:30 p.m. at the church followed by Candlelight Service at 5 p.m.

9 p.m. Christmas Eve Candlelight Service at Elim Lutheran Church

Balsam Lutheran Elim Church Lutheran 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery Church (5 miles north of Amery off CTH H) 715-268-9291

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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: No Bible Study Dec. 29.

Special events: Thursday, Dec. 24, Office closed; 4 p.m.

Mass; Friday, Dec. 25: Office closed, Mass 10:30 a.m..

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor Thursday, Dec. 24: Christmas Eve Candlelight Service with Holy Communion, 7 p.m. St. John’s, 8:30 p.m St. Paul’s; No Evening Bible Study.

Friday, Dec. 25: Christmas Day with Holy Communion, 8 a.m. St. John’s, 9:30 a.m. St. Paul’s.

Sunday, Dec. 27: 8 a.m. Worship; 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship.

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor Thursday, Dec. 24: Christmas Eve Candlelight Service with Holy Communion, 7 p.m. St. John’s, 8:30 p.m. St. Paul’s.

Friday, Dec. 25: Christmas Day with Holy Communion; 8 a.m. St. John’s, 9:30 a.m. St. Paul’s.

Sunday, Dec. 27: 8:45 a.m. Sunday school; 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship; No Sunday school.

Tuesday, Dec. 29: 7 pm. 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 Thursday, Dec. 24: 4:30 p.m. NUIC Christmas Eve Worship at Little Falls.

Friday, Dec. 25: 9:30 a.m. NUIC Christmas Day worship at Deronda.

Sunday, Dec. 27: 9:30 a.m. NUIC Combined Christmas service at Trinity.

See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.trinity lutheranchurchofamery.com UNITED COVENANT, 348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake Dan Pearson, pastor Wednesday, Dec. 23: No Wednesday programs.

Thursday, Dec. 24: 4 p.m Christmas Eve Service at UCC; Church office/Little Lambs closed.

Friday, Dec. 25: Church office/Little Lambs closed.

Sunday, Dec. 27: No Mighty OAKS/Confirmation/Adult classes; 10 a.m. Worship service.

Tuesday, Dec. 29: 8 a.m. Sweet Hour of Prayer.

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.

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WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, ELCA, 447 180th St., Osceola, Rexford D. Brandt, pastor Dec. 23: No Confirmation classes.

Dec. 24: Christmas Eve services, 4 p.m. Candlelight Service with Holy Communion; 11 p.m. Candlelight Service with Holy Communion.

Dec. 27: 8 a.m. Worship service; 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship; No Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. Worship 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.

Enjoy the Sounds of the Season!

Christmas Eve Services Thursday, Dec. 24, 4 p.m.

Candlelight Service with Holy Communion

Christmas Day Service Friday, Dec. 25, 10 a.m. with Holy Communion

First Lutheran Church 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake

Everyone Welcome!

Celebrate with us!

Thursday, Dec. 24 CHRISTMAS EVE

4:30 p.m. Children & Family Worship Service 9:30 p.m. Candlelight Service of Lessons and Carols

Congregational Church 201 N. Harriman Ave., Amery 715-268-7390 ameryucc.org

Our Savior’s Lutheran Church

Join us for these special holiday services Christmas Eve Thursday, Dec. 24 7 p.m. Candlelight Service with Communion

Christmas Day Service

9:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 25 with Communion

Redeemer Lutheran Church

Please join us for the Holidays!

Sunday, Dec. 20, 10:15 a.m.

Sunday School Program Thursday, Dec. 24 4 p.m. Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

Amery Free Lutheran Church Hwy. F west of Amery 715-268-9218

600 Keller Ave. S, Amery 715-268-7283

217 Deronda St. on CTH F in Amery

Thursday, Dec. 24 5 and 10 p.m.

Christmas Eve services with Holy Communion

Friday, Dec. 25 9 a.m. Christmas Day service with Holy Communion

Sunday, Dec. 27, 9 a.m.

Worship with Holy Communion We invite the public to come worship with us during the year 2016!

Christmas Eve Thursday, Dec. 24, 4:30 p.m. Candlelight Service with Holy communion 10 p.m. Candlelight Service Sunday, Dec. 27, 10:30 a.m. Christmas Lessons and Carols EAST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH

South of Amery on Hwy. 46 then west on 20th Ave.

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And we’ll call him Immanuel. . . meaning “God with us.”

Thursday, Dec. 24 4 p.m. Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

Nursery care is provided for small children

United Covenant Church 348 5th St. NW, (Jct. Hwy. 63 & Cty. JJ) CLEAR LAKE Phone 715-263-2665 Handicap accessible

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OBITUARIES

DEATH NOTICE Helen Dagestad, 91, Dresser, died Saturday, Dec. 19, at Regions Hospital in Minnesota.

Memorial services will be at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 23, from Fristad Lutheran Church in Centuria.

Burial will be at a later date in the spring.

Visitation will be for the hour prior to services at the church.

For further information and to sign online guest book visit www.williamsonwhite.com.

Arrangements are being made with the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Amery.

Elizabeth Peterson, 89, Amery, died Sunday, Dec. 20, at Amery Memory Care.

Funeral services are pending.

For further information and to sign online guest book visit www.williamsonwhite.com.

Arrangements are being made with the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Amery.

Ed O’Neill, 85, Amery, died Saturday, Dec. 19, at his home.

Memorial services will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 27 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Amery. Burial will be at the Ft. Snelling Cemetery.

Visitation will be the hour prior to services at the church.

For further information and to sign online guest book visit www.williamsonwhite.com.

Arrangements are being made with the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Amery.

Bob (Melville R.) Mudgett

Jeffrey K. Harris

St. Paul, formerly of Clayton July 30, 1951 - Dec. 2, 2015

Jeffrey Key Harris was born in Rice Lake, Wisconsin on June 7, 1942 the son of Leonard “Bud” Harris and Olive G. (Isaacson) Harris. The family moved to Amery, Wisconsin where he attended school graduating from Amery High School in 1960.

On July 6, 1963 he was united in marriage to Barbara N. Iverson and together they had two children.

For a short time he worked for Iverson Implement in Amery, but then attended DeVry University in Chicago where he received training in electronics. After completing his schooling they moved to Iowa where he worked for Collins Radio in Cedar Rapids. They returned to Amery where Jeff operated J & B Shoes for 17 years. After closing the store he worked for Electrocraft and DMA before taking a job with Dynatronix, where he worked for 12 years before retiring in 2012.

Over the years Jeff was an avid reader and enjoyed the challenge of a good crossword puzzle. He was also very talented and meticulous building model airplanes and Muzzle loading guns. He enjoyed the outdoors and the hunting and fishing it provided.

Jeff passed away at Region’s Hospital in St. Paul on Tuesday evening, December 15, 2015 at the age of 73 years.

His mother Geraldine Harris preceded him in death.

Surviving family members include his father Leonard “Bud” Harris; wife Barbara Harris; son Kris (Laurie) Harris; daughter Jill Harris; grandchildren: Bailey Harris, Chase Becherer, Abbey Harris, Amanda (Kenny) Marek and Luke Harris.

He also leaves brothers Brad Harris, Lee Harris, and Todd Harris and sisters: Pam (Rob) Phillips and Penny Warner as well as other relatives and friends.

There was a visitation at the Williamson-White Funeral Home in Amery on Saturday, December 19, 2015 from noon until 2 pm with a memorial prayer service following at 2 p.m. with Pastor Keith Ruehlow officiating. Interment 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 in Amery assisted the family.

Melville R. Mudgett, age 64, St. Paul, MN formerly of Clayton, WI, died Tuesday, December 2, 2015 at Galtier Health Center in St. Paul, MN, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Bobby was born July 30, 1951 in St. Paul, MN, to Melville C. and Frances (Poquette) Mudgett. He grew up in the St. Paul area. After a short time in the Marines he returned home where he met the love of his life, Betty Mattson. They were married on May 24, 1974 in Watertown, SD. Bobby was a laborer his whole life, holding positions in many industries. He was a farmer, pipefitter, landscaper, OTR truck driver, and worked in construction. His life experience gave him a vast range of knowledge that he was always happy to share with friends and family.

Bobby loved the outdoors and was an avid sportsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing. His other passion was the many demolition derbies he participated in, whether driving or assisting. Most enjoyable to him though was sharing his interests with anybody who wanted to learn. Whether it was his kids, grandkids, friends, or family - he was always happy to share his hobbies with others and help whenever he could.

Sadly he was preceded in death by his wife, Betty (1998), his parents, and his father-in-law. He was also preceded in death by brothers Alan, Vernon, Melford, Eddie, Dean and Clyde, and sisters Lorna, Fran, and Helen.

Survivors include his daughters Chris (Jerry) Hanson and Lorna (Trent) Woodman; grandchildren MiKayla, Miranda, Benjamin, Isaac, Bethany, Trent, Daunte and Jaydyn; and great-grandson Jayce. He is further survived by his Goddaughter, Carla, his mother-in-law, Laura, brother Jesse, and sisters Joyce, Jenny and Grace, many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Arrangements are per Bobby's wishes. After cremation there will be a private interment at Moe Lutheran Cemetery in Clear Lake, WI. A Celebration of Life was held on Sunday, December 20, 2015 at Kistner's Korner in Connorsville, WI.

Siri Yuhas Grade 3

Shannen Fredrickson Grade 4

Third Place Winner in Grade 4 in the Amery Community Club Christmas Card Contest

Second Place Winner in Grade 3 in the Amery Community Club Christmas Card Contest Holiday Hours: Open Dec. 24 and 31 until noon Closed Dec. 25 & 26 and Jan. 1 & 2

Best Wishes from the staff and residents at

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216 North Keller Ave., Amery, WI 54001 Phone 715-268-8159 Fax 715-268-2064

Reg. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m.-12 p.m.

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The history behind some beloved Christmas songs

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Connor Michael Ajer

Ellen A. Caudy

Connor Michael Ajer, age 4 of Rapid City, SD, died unexpectedly Friday, December 11, 2015, as the result of injuries sustained in an auto accident.

Connor Michael Ajer was born on June 7, 2011, in Barron, WI the son of Chas Ajer and Danielle Whitaker. He lived in Wisconsin and moved with his family about a year and a half ago to Rapid City, SD. Connor loved the outdoors, fishing, playing ball, tractors, trucks, and cars. He especially loved being with his mom and dad.

Survived by his parents, Chas Ajer and Danielle Whitaker of Rapid City, SD; sister, Adrienne Tilton of Rapid City, SD; grandparents, Todd and Sandra Danovsky of Downing, WI, Chuck and Connie Ajer of Clear Lake, WI and Candy Whitaker and Cliff Harland of Turtle Lake, WI; great grandparents, Clarence and Jean Enneking of Albany, MN; aunts, uncles, cousins, family and friends.

Funeral Service was on Friday, December 18, 2015 at 11 a.m. at Reeve Evangelical Free Church, Vance Creek, WI, with Rev. Todd Groat officiating.

Pallbearers were Chuck Ajer, Jr., Basil Mansheim, Kenny Kirk and Jordan Ramis.

Visitation was held on Thursday, December 17, 2015 from 4 - 7 p.m. at the Scheuermann Funeral Home in Clear Lake, WI and one hour before the service at the church on Friday.

Interment was in the Calvary Cemetery, Deer Park, WI. Scheuermann Funeral Home and Cremation Services are handling the arrangements. www.clearlakefuneralhome.com

Ellen (Johnson) Caudy quietly entered eternal life on Nov. 27, 2015, after coping with the effects of a stroke in July.

She was born to Gustav and Amelia (Strandberg) Johnson in 1921 and attended Clayton schools.

She was married to Harry James Caudy in the Twin Cities in 1939.

She and Harry were life partners, engaged in the cheese-making business while living in the Clayton, Wanderoos and Amery areas. Both were active in Trinity Lutheran Church (Town of Garfield) and Our Savior’s Lutheran in Amery. They retired to Littleton, CO in 1980, where they enjoyed a lifestyle that allowed them to travel. They used their well-earned free time to embrace their children and grandchildren, renew family relationships in Alaska, and visit and host family members from Sweden.

Harry preceded her in death in 2003 at the age of 88.

Ellen is survived by her daughters: Jean (John) Alme, Lakewood, CO; and Jackie (Greg) Olson, De Pere, WI; grandchildren: Deborah Alme, Austin, TX; Tracey Alme-Crocket (Deb Crockett), Decatur, TX; Mara (Nick) Fornicoia, Eagan, MN; and Lars (Holly) Olson, San Diego; and by great-grandchildren Cade Crockett, Sofia & Amelia Fornicoia. Further survived by many nephews, nieces and friends in Wisconsin and Colorado.

A family graveside service is scheduled in Colorado on Jan. 8, 2016.

Holiday traditions vary from family to family, but one component of the holidays that seems to be universally enjoyed is a good Christmas song. Music is piped throughout malls and stores to entertain shoppers, and favorite tunes may be on the radio or streamed through a digital music service as families decorate their homes.

Many people may love Christmas songs and carols, but not everyone shares the same favorites. Thankfully, there’s no shortage of material when it comes to Christmas songs, ensuring there’s something for everyone.

The following are some of the more beloved holiday tunes and a bit of history about each song.

• “Silent Night”: One of the most rerecorded songs in history (733 versions since 1978), “Silent Night,” was composed in 1818 by Franz Xaver Gruber and put to lyrics by Joseph Mohr. It was first performed on Christmas Eve at St. Nicholas parish church in Oberndorf, a village in Austria. Today’s version is a slow lullaby, but it’s believed the original was a dance-like tune in 6/8 time.

• “O Holy Night”: This popular song was composed

by Adolphe Adam in 1847 to a French poem titled, “Minuit, chrétiens (Midnight, Christians).” Many notable performers, including Perry Como, Céline Dion, Josh Groban, Michael Crawford, and Lea Michele, have performed “O Holy Night.”

• “Do You Hear What I Hear”: Noel Regney wrote this song as a call to peace during the Cuban Missile Crisis. The original context has long been forgotten, and “Do You Hear What I Hear” is now a staple of holiday celebrations.

• “The Christmas Song”: This classic Christmas song was written in 1944 by Bob Wells and Mel Tormé. It’s usually subtitled “Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire.” The song was written during a heat wave as a way to think cool thoughts. It only took 40 minutes to write the music and some of the lyrics.

Nat King Cole’s rendition of the song is among the more popular versions.

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Christmas tidbits to put you in the holiday spirit The holiday season has arrived, and millions of people across the globe will be celebrating Christmas with their families and friends. The following are some interesting tidbits to share with your loved ones this holiday season.

• Each year, more than three billion Christmas cards are sent in the United States alone.

• In 350 AD, Pope Julius I, bishop of Rome, proclaimed December 25 the official celebration date for the birth of Jesus Christ. Many historians and theologians have surmised that Christ really wasn’t born this time of year, thanks to imagery and information from the Bible.

• Christmas carols began as an English custom called “wassailing.”

Individuals toasted neighbors to a long and healthy life.

• Despite the common tale that three wise men paid homage to baby Jesus, the Bible

never specifically calls out a number. Similarly, there’s no specific indication that they visited the infant Jesus. Their visit may have occurred when Jesus was older.

• Santa Claus’ modern look was inspired by writings from The Knickerbockers of New York and imagery from Clement Clarke Moore’s “A Visit from St. Nicholas.” Moore denied authoring the famous poem for 15 years after it was published anonymously, feeling the poem was beneath his talents.

• Santa has his own official postal code. It’s H0 H0 H0.

• The song “Jingle Bells” was originally written for Thanksgiving and not Christmas.

People loved it so much that the lyrics were changed to fit Christmas.

• Christmas trees typically grow for 15 years before they’re cut and sold. This means the trees sold today

were likely planted in 1999.

• Christmas was not declared an official holiday in the United States until June 26, 1870.

• Before turkey, the traditional Christmas meal served in England was a pig’s head

and mustard.

• Male reindeer tend to shed their antlers in the winter.

This means Santa’s reindeer are likely female.

• Christ may have been born in a cave rather than a manger. According to the gospel

of Luke, the shepherds that helped find shelter for Mary to give birth kept their flock in a cave. The Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem is built over a cave called the Grotto of the Nativity, where Jesus is believed to have been born.

• Many people may be less inclined to stand under mistletoe waiting for a kiss if they knew what “mistletoe” means in the ancient Germanic language. It literally means “dung on a twig,” for the bird who eats the berries and then leaves seeds in droppings to propagate new plants.

• Each holiday season, PNC Wealth Management calculates the costs of the gifts in the song, “The 12 Days of Christmas.” The price index for the gifts went from $12,673 in 1984 to more than $24,000 in 2011.

The most expensive gift is the swimming swans.

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Closing Christmas Eve at 5 p.m.

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Katelin Graski Grade 3 Closing Christmas Eve at 5 p.m.

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Snapshots of Christmas Past Four snapshots, memories of my childhood Christmases: Snapshot 1— Finding and cutting a Christmas Growing up tree. For a few in Amery years Dad and I, and one year a Loren Elkin friend, drove to the area north of Apple River Park and walked back into a swampy area to hunt for the perfect tree. Boots buckled and pants tucked in, scarves and hats in place, and a determination to find the perfect tree to put up in the living room.

The distance, exhausting, and by the time we cut 3 trees, one for our families and a one as favor for others, we dragged out the trees in what seemed a longer trudge back to the panel truck. The cover of the December magazine “Our Wisconsin” reminded me of that tree hunt. The short-needled trees often lacked fullness, but it felt good to get them ourselves instead of buying them.

Snapshot 2—The Our Savior’s Christmas program. In the old Our Savior’s church, now the Northern Arts Center, the pews packed, the kids nervous, the

teachers jumpy, and the setting beautiful. Classes by youngest to oldest got up front and said their “pieces”, their single line that together became the Christmas story. “And there were shepherds in the fields watching their flock by night, . . . .” Interspersed with songs from Sunday School kids were songs for the congregation to sing, and the show moved along with polish. The highlight for me and all of us one year was David Granum singing “O Holy Night” in a crystal clear voice.

The lights dimmed, candlelight creating shadows, and the words telling a part of the Christmas story. Tears in my eyes at the time, I recall those lovely moments now, 60 years later. At the end we marched out, class by class, and down the stairs to the basement where cookies and a small lunch waited. What fol-

lowed was a gift-- a bag of candy and peanuts in the shell, a treat and a reward for that program we had just been part of.

Snapshot 3—The free movie at the Amery Theater. Two weeks before Christmas the Community Club and John Shannon of the Amery Theater put on a free movie for the kids in and around Amery. Lots of energy, lots of laughs, and the price was unbeatable. Afterwards coming out into the bright afternoon sunlight we saw Santa in a special sleigh where he and his community of helpers passed out bags of peanuts and candy. A wonderful part of the holiday season.

More on that next year in a column.

Snapshot 4—A gift from Margie Adams. As I mentioned earlier this year, in 3rd grade we drew names to buy a gift for classmates, somewhere in the $1 range. Margie gave me a beautifully illustrated book of dinosaurs, and that book still stands on my bookshelf.

Margie was a delightful girl, full of laughter and pep, and when she passed away a few years ago she left an empty spot for family and old friends.

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Holly and mistletoe are symbols of Christmas "Oh, by gosh, by golly it's time for mistletoe and holly. Tasty pheasants, Christmas presents, countrysides covered in snow."

As exemplified by this holiday hit by Henry Sanicola, Frank Sinatra and Dok Stanford, holly and mistletoe are an integral part of holiday imagery and tradition. Holly is used to adorn a home in green and red finery alongside evergreen boughs and wreaths. In addition, it has become customary to hang a bouquet of mistletoe under which people are encouraged to share a holiday kiss.

While these elements of celebrations are now incorporated into many of the secular and religious components of Christmas, they have very different origins.

HOLLY Holly has been used since the days of the early Pagans as a decoration for midwinter festivities, when it was brought into homes to keep evil spirits away. The ancient Romans also believed that holly prickles drove away evil spirits, and it held a place of honor at

December festivals dedicated to the god Saturn.

To avoid persecution during the Roman pagan Saturnalia festival, early Christians would participate in the tradition of hanging evil-repelling holly on their homes to appear like the masses. Eventually as the number of Christians grew, the tradition became less of a pagan one and more associated with Christians and Christmas. Some people have inferred that holly and its prickly edges is symbolic of the crown of thorns Jesus wore at his crucifixion, with the red berries representing blood.

MISTLETOE Mistletoe was once held sacred by the Norse, Celtic Druids and North American Indians. It is actually a parasitic plant that grows on a wide range of host trees. Heavy infestation can dwarf the growth and kill these trees. In cultures across pre-Christian Europe, mistletoe was seen as a representation of divine male essence (and thus romance, fertility and vitality). The plant also

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Christmas Day: Closed New Year’s Eve: Lobby 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Drive up 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

New Year’s Day: Closed

Nilssen’s Market Has All Your Holiday Needs From our Smokehouse we have our Famous Smoked Hams and Turkeys

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ALSO FOR THE HOLIDAY WE HAVE: Lutefisk, Herring, Smoked Fish & Swedish Potato Sausage, Made to Order Fruit Baskets, Cheese and Meat Trays, Veggie Trays and Cheese & Sausage Gift Boxes!

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We will be closing at 4 p.m. Christmas Eve and will be closed on Christmas Day

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DECEMBER 22, 2015

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IN MEMORIAM

In Loving In Loving Memory of our Dear Son and Brother Michael Morrissey Nov. 13, 1959 - Dec. 22, 2009

I’m writing this from Heaven, where I dwell with God above, where there’s no more tears or sadness, there’s just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy because I am out of sight, remember that I am with you every morning, noon and night.

And I will stay beside you, every day, week and year, and when you’re sad I’ll still be there to wipe away your tears.

When you think of my life on earth and all those living years, because you’re only human they’re bound to bring you tears.

But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain, remember there wouldn’t be flowers unless we first had rain.

I wish I could tell you of all that God has planned, but even if I were able to, you wouldn’t understand.

When you’re going down the street and you’ve got me on your mind, I’m walking in your footsteps and only half a step behind.

And if you feel a gentle breeze or wind upon your face, remember it’s only me with a loving and soft embrace.

Loving and Missing you always, Mom, Dad, Sue, Bonnie and Cindy

The Hair Depot Staff would like to thank our clients for 13 amazing years!

Memory

Al Humpal Born May 18, 1918 Died Dec. 22, 2004

Polk County Platbooks are available at the Amery Free Press

Carol, Patti, Hollie

Hollie Severson and Carol Somsen will be Hollie Severson moving to the Stylist Amery Hair Studio, 115 Memorial Dr., Amery, beginning The AmeryTuesday, Hair Studio Dec. 29.

115 Memorial Drive • Amery, WI 54001 715-268-7737

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Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

Season’s Greetings from . . .

Cattle Connection Keller Ave., Amery, WI Phone 715-268-2629

The family and friends of Dr. Marty Rimestad would like to thank the following for your generous donations and support to help find a cure for Progressive Supranuclear Palsy! A check for $6165.00 was sent to CurePSP. Amery Community Club – especially the Music on the River Committee Community of Amery Amery Hospital and Clinic and Staff Staff of the School District of Amery Amery High School Students Amery High School Soccer Team, Coaches and Booster Club Amery High School Football Team and Coaches Amery Free Press Bremer Bank Byrnes Law Office Cake Creators CurePSP Downtown Threads First Lutheran Church Our Savior’s Lutheran Church PaperWorx Rachel’s Hair and Nail Studio Shoreview Supper Club

We have been amazed and blessed by your kind and giving hearts! We hope you ALL realize how meaningful your support has been to us.

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!

Wishing you and your families a very Merry Christmas!

Joseph Maukstad Kindergarten

Marty and Wanda, Karsten, Landen and Braeden, Noelle and Hassan, Lauren, Luke and Keo

Donavan Maukstad Grade 3

BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY Krupa DENTAL ARTS, James Attorney-at-Law 307 S. Keller, Amery S.C. Family Dentistry Members American Dental Association

D. P. Doroff, D.D.S. R. A. Johansen, D.D.S. J. J. Lampi, D.D.S. A. G. Ott, D.D.S. T. P. VanSomeren, D.D.S. 404 Wisconsin Ave. Amery, Wis. Phone 715-268-7177

Monday-Thursday 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Closed Fridays Other times by appointment Phone 715-268-8135

River Place Dental

FAMILY DENTISTRY Rollyn P. Lee, D.D.S. Heather Marks, D.D.S.

1030 River Place Drive, Amery Ph. 715-268-2103

Christopherson Eye Clinic Vision Examination Contact Lenses

Provider for Medicare, Medicaid and most insurances

341 Keller Ave. N Amery, Wis. 54001 Phone 715-268-2020

120 N. Keller Ave. Amery, WI 54001 Call 715-268-9010

314 Keller Avenue North, Amery, WI 54001 715-268-5000

Brian D. Byrnes

Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

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Richard A. Davis, CPA Randy A. Paulson, CPA Dirk A. Prindle, CPA Margo A. Rosen, CPA Roger Van Someren, CPA Abby L. Williamson, CPA Cathy A. Gille, CPA, MN 301 Keller Ave. S, Amery WI Business: (715) 268-7999 Fax (715) 268-4161 www.carlsonhighlandcpa.com

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Help us make health care better in our community

DECEMBER 22, 2015

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Amery Free Press, 215 Keller Ave. S, Amery, WI 54001 Our Fax number is 715-268-5300

Share • Advise • Guide Amery Hospital & Clinic is forming a patient and family advisory group to obtain a better understanding of the patient care needs and perceptions of the care they receive at Amery Hospital & Clinic and at locations in Clear Lake, Luck and Turtle Lake.

Translating feedback to the our community Our goal is to bring feedback from the group and use it to assess what we do and where we want to go in the future, so we can provide an exceptional experience and high quality care at an affordable cost. The advisory group would have patients and family members become a part of the conversation; this helps bring best practices in medical care to the local community in ways that work for the patient and their caregivers.

MERRY CHRISTMAS

Isabella Becker Grade 4

Searching for participants We are asking for 10-12 volunteers who will be willing to commit to attending four to six meetings for one year. The hospital will be asking for diversified participants from the Amery, Clear Lake, Luck, Turtle Lake and surrounding communities in varied age ranges who have used Amery Hospital & Clinic services. Meetings will include a meal provided by facility.

The group will collaborate on a wide range of issues that affect patients, potentially including registration and discharge processes or location and time accessibility. Agendas and meeting minutes will be reviewed at each meeting as well as reviewed by physicians and leadership at the hospital insure your thoughts and perspectives are shared.

If you are interested in being a part of our advisory group, please call Joanne Jackson at 715-268-0303 or Joy Keller at 715-268-0211.

Accepting applications through December 31, 2015.

Amery | Clear Lake | Luck | Turtle Lake

Happy Holidays!

The Law Firm of WILLIAMS & DAVIS

Owen R. Williams • Nicholas V. Davis

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PERSONAL INJURY, CRIMINAL, SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY, DIVORCE, BANKRUPTCY* *We are a debt relief agency. We help people file for bankruptcy relief under the Bankruptcy Code.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all of us at Carlson Highland & Co.

Chase Prindle Kindergarten Lincoln Heinn Grade 2

Third Place winner in Grade 2 in the Amery Community Club Christmas Card Contest

Closed Dec. 24 and 25 Open Dec. 31, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Closed Jan. 1

Closed Dec. 24 & 25 and Jan. 1

Erspamer Law Office Amery • 715-268-2550

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Season’s Greetings and Good Wishes for the New Year from all of us at Northwest Communications!

Griffin Wilcox Kindergarten

Norah Gorres Grade 1 Mia Byrnes Grade 1

Third Place Winner in Kindergarten in the Amery Community Club Christmas Card Contest

First Place Winner in Grade 1 in the Amery Community Club Christmas Card Contest Nevaeha Mae Zacharias Grade 4

Joey Byrnes Grade 1 William Jensen Grade 4

Byrnes Law Office BRIAN D. BYRNES

314 Keller Ave. North, Amery, WI 54001

715-268-5000

Nelson Wilcox Grade 3

Lifestyle Choices for Seniors…

Marcus Zacharias Grade 2

“Your Life, Your Style” Leo Jensen Kindergarten

If you have repair problems please report to our service department 715-268-7100 Our business office will be closed Dec. 24, 25 and Jan. 1

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Mental Health Task Force of Polk County Unveils a New Website The Mental Health Task Force of Polk County (MHTF), a nonprofit organization whose mission is to raise awareness for mental health in our community, has launched a new website that features comprehensive information on mental health providers in Polk County, and information on the agency’s programs and activities.

In addition, the MHTF has unveiled a colorful new logo that reflects the growth and maturity of the organization, which was founded in 2008.

The development of a new website and brand is the culmination of a busy year for the MHTF. In October, they implemented The Polk County YScreen Program, a voluntary emotional health screen given to students in an attempt to identify mental health issues. Programming will be piloted in the St. Croix Falls and Clayton school districts in the 2015-2016 school year. Mental health clinicians are on site during the screening days, conducting a brief consultation with each participant regarding their individual checklist results.

In September, the MHTF marked the one year anniversary of Healthy Beginnings, a free service that provides mental health therapy for children at home and in the Osceola School district. The mission of Healthy Beginnings is to help break the cycle of systemic and

inter-generational trauma that leads to mental illness and substance abuse within our community. Prevention and early intervention, through mental health therapy, will be the main force to break these unhealthy patterns of behavior.

In addition to these two new programs, the MHTF reaches thousands of Polk County residents each year through the “Back of the Door” public awareness campaign, a mental health provider brochure, Question Persuade and Refer (QPR) suicide prevention training, and other events and programing.

The new MHTF website, developed by Interactive Business Solutions, located in St Croix Falls, is a comprehensive service that provides information on mental health issues, resources in Polk County and access to care. In addition, MHTF programs, events, meetings and issues are highlighted on the new site.

The website also features information on what to do if a person is in a suicide crisis.

Funding for the website was provided by the Polk Burnett Electric Cooperative’s Operation Roundup and the Mental Health America of Wisconsin’s Prevent Suicide Wisconsin in support of our Youth Suicide Prevention program.

DECEMBER 22, 2015

WISTAX Facts: E-Commerce On The Rise Online sales are taking up a growing share of retail sales. As recently as 2005, just 2.5% of total U.S. retail sales occurred online. By 2014, that percentage rose to 6.4% and is above 7% through the third quarter of 2015.

The increase has affected sales tax collections. Since only companies with physical presences in Wisconsin are required to collect the tax, the rise of

online shopping has negatively affected sales tax collections. While online shoppers are required to remit any uncollected sales taxes when filing their income taxes, many do not.

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Making government user-friendly ‘Citizen-centered’ restructuring begins with Behavioral Health Clinic

BY SUZANNE LINDGREN EDITOR@OSCEOLASUN.COM

Lines, paperwork and the bureaucratic run-around: a few things citizens have come to expect in interactions with government organizations.

But it doesn’t have to be that way, at least according to Polk County’s administrator, Dana Frey.

Frey imagines a more Frey user-friendly gover n ment , one free of what he describes as the “ping-pong effect,” a phenomenon with which many are familiar.

Say a resident walks into the human services department, hoping for some help with a disability. A staff member listens to their story and sends them to the Aging and Disability Resource Center. Staff at the ADRC gets a little more in-

formation and tells the person to return to human services.

At human services, staff gathers more information and sends them elsewhere.

“They get bounced around and that’s very frustrating for people,” said Frey. “You shouldn’t need to now what our structure looks like (to get something done).”

The problem is not with staff, said Frey. The problem is structural, a product of the way county government has evolved.

“It used to be that every public employee reported to the county board,” he said. “The board hired a nurse and a surveyor and zoning administrator.”

This cluster of employees grew as society asked more of county government, and eventually employees were organized departments.

“No one ever stopped to ask, ‘Is this the best way?’ said Frey. “Especially for the citizen.”

With growth, county governments also saw increasing specialization, meaning certain services were only available through certain employees.

“Someone comes in and they’re told, ‘I can’t help you because that’s not my job,’”

said Frey. “’And the person whose job it is, they’re on leave, so you’ll have to come back tomorrow.’ That’s not a way to provide services.

“How should you provide services?” he continued. “Get them to people in as friendly and easily accessible a manner as possible. There’s a new concept circulating, it’s called ‘no wrong door.’ The idea is that it doesn’t matter where you go, you can get the services you need.”

But helping people find the right door is another priority.

This month, the ambiguously titled “human services” department became the department of “children and famSampson ilies,” which sits with the public health department under the umbrella of a newly formed Division of Community Services.

To direct the new division, they’ve recruited the director of what Frey calls “one of the best public health departments in the country,” Gretchen Sampson of Polk County’s health department.

“We really couldn’t do it

State cracks down on unemployment fraud An expanded effort to prosecute Unemployment Insurance fraud cases has led to an increase in referrals to the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) from the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) from 6 in 2014 to 36 in 2015. In a continuing partnership between the two agencies, investigations conducted by DWD are referred to DOJ where these cases are prosecuted for criminal behavior.

“It’s shameful to see this safety net, intended to help those going through a period of financial difficulty and vulnerability, ripped off by fraudulent unemployment insurance claims,” said Attorney General Brad Schimel.

“Those who take advantage of the system and steal our hard-earned tax dollars should be held accountable and prosecuted for their misconduct. I applaud Department of Workforce Development Secretary Reggie Newson for prioritizing this type of crime by hiring additional investigators.”

In 2015, the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development has referred 36 felony cases to DOJ for prosecution. Those cases generally involve situations where people continued to collect unemployment benefits while ineligible because they were employed but failed to report the income. An additional 73 unemployment fraud cases were referred to district attorneys statewide this year.

In one Unemployment Insurance fraud case prosecuted by DOJ, an

individual reported wages totaling $2,345.19 during a three year period when in fact, payroll records show the individual actually earned $68,398.36.

As a result of this individual’s false statements, he received $42,573 in unemployment benefits to which he was not entitled. In another case, an individual reported no employment for a period of 104 weeks, resulting in more than $19,000 in unemployment benefits for 98 of those 104 weeks. Further investigation revealed this individual had earned $29,169.55 from an employer during 96 of the 98 weeks for which she collected unemployment benefits.

The charges fi led against individuals making fraudulent Unemployment Insurance claims can range from misdemeanors to felonies, depending on the amount of money fraudulently collected. Wisconsin State Statutes provide sentencing recommendations for Unemployment Insurance fraud that include full restitution, fines, jail time, and probation.

Having promised to make consumer protection a focal point of his administration, Attorney General Schimel concluded, “DOJ will ensure those in need receive the benefits for which they are eligible and the cheaters and liars who take advantage of public assistance programs do not find refuge in our state. We will continue to partner with other state agencies to root out fraud and hold criminals accountable.”

without her,” said Frey. “The idea of taking the public health model and applying it to mental health issues is really very exciting.”

According to Sampson, the restructuring of the county’s Behavioral Health Clinic is in the very early visioning stage, but future changes will likely include moving to electronic record keeping, finding stable leadership and expanding marketing efforts so that residents have a better idea of how the clinic might be able to help them.

Sampson and Frey would like to see the clinic move

‘No one ever stopped to ask, ‘Is this the best way?’ Especially for the citizen.’

Dan Frey Polk County Administrator

toward a more proactive approach, similar to the public health model.

“Public health is about prevention, education and community treatment,” said Frey.

“I’m thrilled about the concept of applying that approach to mental health issues.”

Last summer the county brought in a consulting firm, Diamond Healthcare, to help identify the clinic’s strengths and to point out where improvements could be made.

“The firm’s first response was, ‘You’re providing a wonderful service, but no one knows about it. You need to do marketing and education,’” said Frey.

“The report really emphasized how outstanding the staff were and that they were delivering high quality services,” said Sampson. “The problems were not the fault of the employees, but bureaucracy.”

Changes within the Division of Community Services are the first steps in what Frey sees as a citizen-centered restructuring of the county government into an organization that offers friendly, accessible service and takes advantage of efficiencies and synergies.

“Government needs to evolve and understand that people demand more and should demand more,” said Frey. “How do we provide the services that people need, do so in an easily accessible manner, and really get out there and help the people we are to help?”

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Wisconsin joins group of states to streamline medical licensing

BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Wisconsinites will soon have access to a greater number of specialists when they visit their local hospital, thanks to a law signed into effect by Governor Walker this week.

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‘When a physician wants to come here to practice, it could take three or four months to get their license.

But they’d rather start work right away.’

Debra Rudquist CEO, Amery Hospital and Clinic signed the “Interstate Compact Licensure Act,” adding Wisconsin to a list of 11 other states that will agree on interstate licensing requirements for doctors and specialists.

Until now, doctors and specialists have had to apply for a separate license to practice in each specific state, which was time consuming and costly, according to Amery Hospital

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A large number of representatives were on hand for the signing of the “Interstate Compact Licensure Act” at Burnett Regional Medical Center in Grantsburg December 14, including Amery Hospital and Clinic CEO, Deb Rudquist (second woman from the right).

and Clinic CEO, Deb Rudquist.

“Many of our physician specialists who practice here are based in Minnesota, because we’re so close to the border,” says Rudquist. “When we ask them or invite them to practice here, they need to apply

for a Wisconsin license which can take months. It’s very slow and cumbersome, so this will streamline the licensure process.”

Rudquist explains that when a physician applies for a state license, they can also apply

to be a part of the Interstate Compact, and thereby license themselves to practice within all the member states. Currently Iowa, Minnesota, and Illinois are among those in the program, and Michigan may soon join as well.

Rudquist explains that one area this comes into play is telemedicine. “Telemedicine is growing in use, especially in rural areas of the state.

People can take advantage of telemedicine technology to see a specialist without the specialist having to travel to the local community. We’re using it in our ER for stroke patients. And we hope to be using it soon for Psychiatry and other specialties as well,” she says.

Interstate licensure will also make it easier for physicians to relocate within the member states, and hopefully, address a shortage of physicians in rural areas.

“That’s the other reason we’re excited about it,” says Rudquist. “When a physician wants to come here to practice, it could take three or four months to get their license.

But they’d rather start work right away.”

With the signing, Wisconsin will now send two representative members to the national Interstate Licensure committee, tasked with defining how the system will function. Rudquist was unsure of the timeline proposed by the national committee, but hopes the effects of the bill will start to be seen sometime in 2016.

Referendum limit bill’s authors say schools abusing process MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The authors of a bill restricting how often school districts could propose borrowing referendums say districts are abusing the process.

Rep. Michael Schraa and Sen. Duey Stroebel’s proposal would prohibit districts from bringing failed borrowing referendums and resolutions back to voters for two years. The measure also would mandate that referendum votes be held only during the state’s spring election in April or during the state’s fall general election in November.

Schraa and Stroebel told the Assembly education committee Thursday that they’ve drafted an amendment to reduce the waiting period to one year. But they insisted districts keep bringing failed referendums back and holding elections at odd times when turnout is low.

They say districts are ignoring the will of the taxpayers.

(The) proposal would prohibit districts from bringing failed borrowing referendums and resolutions back to voters for two years.

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Amery Economic Development making steady progress on annual goals

BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS. COM

With the passing of the city’s 2016 budget, one of the largest expenditures city residents took on was the purchase of additional industrial property.

The purchase was a big step forward in this year’s goals set forth for the Amery Area Economic Development Corporation (AEDC), according to AEDC Director, Paul Shafer.

The AEDC, comprised of 61 local member organizations, has outlined five distinct goals for 2015-2016, including addressing the lack industrial-park space. Prior to the purchase, the city had just two parcels to offer potential buyers; one three-acre fully developable parcel and one eight-acre partially developable parcel. With the new purchase, an additional 20 acres of fully developable land will now be available to businesses that might con-

sider Amery as a place to set up shop.

Also included in the land issue was getting the city’s two existing properties listed with Momentum West’s “Gold Shovel Ready” program.

Momentum West is a regional economic development firm that advocates specifically for a ten-county area within Northwest Wisconsin–Polk County included. Their “Gold Shovel Ready” program offers potential buyers quick access to the informa-

tion needed to make land purchase decisions. And that goal was addressed earlier this fall.

With two major goals at hand, Shafer says that others are now being addressed.

Among them, AEDC also hopes to continue work on bringing additional hotel rooms to Amery.

AEDC also hopes to play a collaborative role in strengthening

relationships between Amery employers and the local school district.

This goal could include yout h-apprenticeship programs and more.

Shafer says the AEDC also hopes to work with Amery employers to address workforce issues, to keep people working within the community rather than commuting out of town. Plans in the works include a “WorkAmery” website,

and others.

Lastly, the AEDC aims to grow membership by utilizing several channels. Shafer says those include enhanced efforts through local media and Momentum West, meeting one-on-one with local non-members, and the investigation of grant opportunities to help fund future AEDC initiatives.

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Community Club announces Christmas/Winter Card Winners

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Community Club President Tom Van Someren and Amery Art Teacher Renee Anderson pose with the First Grade winners. From left: First place - Norah Gorres, Second place - Sophia Trandum and Third place - Katelyn Osero.

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Community Club President Tom Van Someren and Amery Art Teacher Renee Anderson pose with the Kindergarten winners. From left: First place - Brooke Johnson, Second place - Evan Greenberg and Third place - Griffin Wilcox.

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Community Club President Tom Van Someren and Amery Art Teacher Renee Anderson pose with the Second Grade winners. From left: First place - Jenna Van Someren, Second place Ethan Koch and Third place - Lincoln Heinn.

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Community Club President Tom Van Someren and Amery Art Teacher Renee Anderson pose with the Fourth Grade winners. From left: First place - Emily Braaten, Second place - Haley Pulkrabek and Third place - Shannen Fredrickson.

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Community Club President Tom Van Someren and Amery Art Teacher Renee Anderson pose with the Third Grade winners. From left: First place - Katie Lester, Second place - Siri Yuhas and Third place - Allessandra Hayes.

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COOKING WORLD Tidbit: Do something wonderful. People may imitate it. (Albert Schweitzer, Humanitarian 1875-1965) Carolyn Lumsden 715-483-9738

Winter would not be winter without some cherry cordials. You can make your own with this recipe. It takes a bit of time but they are so good when they are done. They must sit for 2 weeks to be converted to a cordial. So be sure to plan for that extra time.

CHERRY CORDIALS Reserve 2 T. juice from 2 jars of maraschino cherries and drain the rest of the juice off. Put into colander over sink and allow them to drain while making the fondant. When well drained, put into freezer until ready to use.

Cream together: 1 c. powdered sugar 1/4 c. softened butter Add and combine until well mixed: 1 T. of the maraschino cherry juice 1/2 tsp. vanilla 1/4 tsp. almond extract Add and mix, using your hands, until smooth and soft dough forms: 1 c. powdered sugar Hint: if dough gets too firm, add just a bit more maraschino juice.

Put into a zip lock bag to keep from drying out.

Line a baking sheet with foil. Take about 1-2 tsp. full of dough and press dough flat in your hand. Take a cherry and put in center of dough and roll the dough over the cherry and pinch dough to cover cherry entirely.

Pinch off any excess dough. Put ball onto a piece of wax pape,r refrigerating to keep balls cool. Keep covered so they won’t dry out. Repeat until all the dough is used, doing only one or two at a time so the cherry remains firm and dough is not drying out.

Melt together and stir until smooth: 1 pkg. (12 oz.) semi-sweet chocolate chips 1/4 cake of paraffin wax, shredded Dip each cherry ball into the chocolate/wax. Use a candy dipper (or two forks to remove from the chocolate covering and let the excess chocolate drip off.

Make sure every bit of fondant is covered or they will leak.

Put each one onto a piece of wax paper, swirling a thread of chocolate over the top for a decorative effect.

You can use a fork or your finger to do this. Hint: If you do not have paraffin, use 1 T. veg. shortening.

Store in a cool place for 2 weeks but do not refrigerate. This helps form the cordial. Recipe will make between 40-50 cherry cordials. Hint: If you do not want your fondant to be pink, use milk instead of the maraschino juice.

This is an old-fashioned tradition for a Christmas cake.

GINGERBREAD CAKE In large bowl, beat until smooth: 1/4 c. butter, softened 1/2 c. brown sugar 1/2 c. molasses Add and beat until smooth and combined: 1/4 c. plain yogurt 1/2 c. milk 1 large egg 1 tsp. vanilla Combine, add to the above and mix until just combined: 1-1/2 c. whole wheat four 1 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. soda 1/4 tsp. salt 2 tsp. ginger 1 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp. nutmeg 1/2 tsp. allspice Put into a greased/sprayed 8x8” square baking pan. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until done (toothpick test) Put onto wire rack to cool. Cut into bars and serve with a dollop of whipped cream/topping. Add some candied nuts or sprinkles for a festive look, if desired.

REINDEER CHOW Mix in a microwave safe bowl and microwave until melted together: 1/2 c. peanut butter 1/4 c. butter Add a little at a time and microwave until melted: 6 oz. chocolate bar or chip Add and stir to combine: 1/2 tsp. vanilla Put into large bowl: 7 c. Chex cereal Drizzle the melted mixture over the cereal and mix with spoon.

Put this into a large bag (paper or plastic) and add 2-1/4 c. powdered sugar. Toss until coated.

Add about 9 oz. M&M’s (red and green for Christmas) and toss to coat.

If you wish add some nuts of your choice. Put into an airtight container. This can be stored in the freezer also.

CRANBERRY, MAPLE WALNUT PIE Combine well: 1/2 c. maple syrup 1/2 c. dark corn syrup 2 T. melted butter 1/2 tsp. vanilla 1/4 tsp. salt 3 large eggs, lightly beaten 2 tsp. cornstarch Add and fold in: 1-1/2 c. fresh cranberries, coarsely chopped 3/4 c. coarsely chopped walnuts, toasted Pour into the baked pie crust and bake at 350° for 45 minutes or until filling is set. Shield the pie crust edges with foil or pie crust shield strips after 20 minutes until done baking. Cool on wire rack. When serving, add a dollop of whipped cream/topping if desired.

Tip: To reheat rice, put into microwave safe bowl, cover and heat at 50% power for 1 minute. Stir, cover and then microwave at 50% power for another minute.

This skillet dinner is quick and easy. It’s just right during the busy holiday season for anyone who likes chicken. Serve this over cooked rice or noodles.

BOXCAR CHICKEN SKILLET Heat in 10” skillet: 1 T. butter Add and brown well on both sides, cooking for about 10 minutes: 1-1/4 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves Combine and stir, heating to a boil: 1/3 c. water 1 can (10-3/4 oz.) condensed broccoli cheese soup 1/8 tsp. pepper 2 c. fresh or frozen broccoli florets Reduce heat, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes or until chicken is done. Serves 3-4.

This makes a good-tasting pie to serve. It takes 1 baked pie crust. Use a deep-dish one so it will not spill over as easily.

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4-H Toys for Tots Beaver Brook Badgers 4-H Club collected Toys for Tots during their annual Christmas Party and Potluck December 13 at the Amery Area Community Center. The club’s next meeting will be held Sunday, January 10 at the Lincoln Town Hall.

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AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY

Weekly Happenings at the Amery Area Public Library Winter break programs Looking for things to do over the upcoming school break? Frozen party, December 28 at 10:30 a.m. Wild records, December 29, 1:00 p.m. Storytime special, December 30, 10:30 a.m. Noon year’s eve party, December 31, 11:30 a.m.

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 Monday of the month at 1:30 p.m. The book selection for January is Caleb’s Crossing by Geraldine Brooks.

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. Help with basic computer skills is offered on Fridays, 10 a.m.—12 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 December 24, December 25 and January 1.

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Lucy McIlquham was the first finisher in the Amery Public Library’s 1000 Books Before Kindergarten contest. At two years old, Lucy had the 1000 books read to her in just two months with the help of her big brother, Bennett.

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There was Helmer and Hjalmer and Oscar and Carl, seven laughing girls, hair romped to a snarl.

There were Edna and Agnes and Butchie and Karen, Wed-haired Aunt Waura, who, coats we were wearin', made over from Mama's to lovely fresh style.

Grandpa, white-mustached, looked on with a smile, awaiting the opening of gifts he had made, doll cradle, bow-gun, toys with glad hours paid.

The boys in plaid jackets, pants of corduroy, big ones giving small ones a toss, bringing joy.

Harold and Velores with colorful ways, her gift wraps unique, his productions we'd praise, welding the useful from what had been trash, and his hearty laugh would burst forth in a flash.

Uncle Pete would charm children with tales of the wood, with cute little creatures both naughty and good.

Hearty Uncle Hjalmer and Auntie Christine, his manner, faked gruffness, her bearing pristine.

Soon, even the children, absorbed in their play, would be drawn to the aroma of feast on the way.

The roast and roast poultry, seasoned, cooked to a T, table soon surrounded to capacity.

Competition to move from kids' table that ensued, was hushed by allurement of delicious food.

Mashed potatoes with gravy seasoning flawless, the dressing to excel would border on lawless.

Lefse buttered, some defile it with sugar or jam, Lutefisk , transluscent but firm, thank you, Ma'am.

Cranberries, glistening, bring tang to the taste, and Auntie's plum pudding would not go to waste.

Oh, the delicious pies, pumpkin, apple, mince meat. ice cream kept cold in canvas freezer, what a treat, and whipped cream piled high, whipped in the new Mixmaster, finish of the feast; to the tree, who was faster?

The story of Christmas Mama read reverently, reminding us Christmas was more than a tree.

And Dad, for a change, from his overalls free, would offer his lap to a daughter like me.

First Grandpa and Agnes's gifts passed around. each child giving a hug for the precious gift found.

Embroidered jersey gloves, a bracelet with name, boys,authentic tools, small ones: books or game.

Next came the mystery: who got our names? one by one, eager opening by candle's flames.

Then an uncle, perhaps Hjalmer, in Santa Claus suit, for years, saved for Christmas. We gave a glad hoot.

Apples and peanuts and striped candy cane.

Some sleepy eyes would droop, coats gathered again.

Some never were ready this late night to leave the jolly glad warmth of the bright Christmas Eve. The kitchen was bustling with cleanup and then, would dishes that were brought here get home again?

No one left the hostess, though sleepy kids waited, with mess that one person would be inundated.

Then off to the road in the thirty-seven Ford, with four sleepy children and parents aboard.

Still waiting were stockings to hang up at night, to be filled by brownies with practical delight.

Mittens all darned with new ones replaced, blouse showing wear, with one trimmed in lace, socks kindly knit, warm wool ones for cold, good Daddy and Mama, their love warmly rolled..

This little great grandma recalls, with damp eyes, wondering what precious grandchildren will prize.

Open Dec. 24 8 a.m.-Noon Closed Dec. 25 & Jan.1

Š11/15/2015 Carol Welch

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Join in the activities at the Community Center It seems that we are finally experiencing some winter weather which puts us all in the holiday spirit.

Amery Community Center Cordially Invites You to Our Christmas Day Dinner December 25th 11:30am Social, 12:00 noon dinner. If you want a place to go on Christmas day to be in the fellowship of others, please join us!! Turkey, Ham, Mashed potatoes and all the fixin's and trimmings along with homemade desserts. Entertainment will also be provided.

This event is open to the public and families are welcome. RSVP preferred by calling 715.268.6605 but you can just show up! Free will donations would be appreciated and there will be Christmas gift bags for the first 100 people to show up.

Our hosts are Lisa, Bob & Ashley Turek-Shay and our sponsors are: Amery Community Center, Amery Snowmobile Club, Erspamer Law Of-

fice, Dick’s Fresh Market, East Immanuel Lutheran Church, Indigo Iris, Northland Surveying, Riverbend Assisted Living, Royal Credit Union, St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Tac Two & the Turek-Shay Family.

We are so excited to be starting up our STAMPING AND SCRAPPING group again! This group will meet the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month at 5:30 to approximately 8:30, starting on January 19th. There is no cost to join the group, although you do need to be a member. Membership costs $20/person. We have a lot of stamping supplies here at the Center for members to use or you can bring your own. Have fun!

Just a friendly reminder that dues are due January 1, 2016. We try to offer a lot with those $20 dues, but your support means more to us than anything. The more people that join, means more people to enjoy our building and the activities that

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Join us on January 19th at 9am for a free seminar given by Dr. Abby from Painted Sky Veterinary Clinic. Dr. Abby will explain the best ways to take care of our pets in the winter. This is open to the public and coffee and cookies will be available.

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.

Need a place to rent?

How about considering Amery Area Community Center for that birthday party, anniversary celebration or wedding

reception? We can help!

We also work with profit and not-for-profit organizations to help with the perfect meeting place.

The winners of the Tuesday pool players were Gary Snelling in first place, Paul Seidel in second, Val Hansen took third and Carl Johnson placed fourth.

Thursday pool winners were Gary Snelling in first, Val Hansen in second, and Jerry Fisher took third place. Wii bowling winners were Dave Olson in first place, Mary Fisher in second, Jerry Fisher took third place, and Sandy White placed fourth.

The Wednesday bridge winners were Sydney Lund in first, Shirley Staebler placed second, and Pat Williams took third place. Congratulations to all!

Have a safe and wonderful week…..Susan Shachtman, Assistant Director

St. Croix Regional Medical Center, St. Croix Falls Mason Willard Krech, 7 lbs. 14 ozs., born on November 29 to Charles Krech and Kathryn Repke, Luck.

Brock Henry Gabrielson, 7 lbs. 15 ozs., born on December 1 to Dustin and Kelly Gabrielson, Webster.

Ava Lynn Haider, 6 lbs. 9 ozs., born on December 2 to Bradley and Jennifer Haider, Lindstorm, MN. Kaiden Matthew Schultz, 6 lbs. 7 ozs., born on December 7 to Matthew and Jessica Schultz, Cushing.

Aspyn Nancy Glesmann, 8 lbs. 3 ozs., born on December 8 to Andrea and Josh Glesmann, Siren.

Melanie Brooke Petersen, 6 lbs. 12 ozs., born on December 10 to Kelsey and Derek Petersen, Webster.

Matthew Dale Myren, 9 lbs. 13 ozs., born on December 11 to Vicky and Jeffery Myren, Grantsburg.

Payton Davis Grade 4

Closing Christmas Eve 6 p.m.

Christmas Day open 4:30 a.m.-11 p.m.

North of Amery on Hwy. 46 715-268-7654

Happy Holidays

Hailey Marciniak Grade 3

Summer Carlson Grade 4

from . . .

Gerry, Kim, Dan, Earl, Sandra, Nancy, Diane, Paula, Alan

Publishers’ Printing Service, Inc. Amery

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POLK COUNTY SENIOR DINING 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, Dec. 28— Cedric’s hot dish, white rice, green beans, WW bread, margarine, marbled pudding.

Tuesday, Dec. 29— Baked chicken, whipped potatoes, gravy, carrot coins, WW dinner roll, margarine, chilled peaches.

Sites closed on Wednesday.

Thursday, Dec. 31— Turkey ala king, mixed vegetables, biscuit/margarine, banana, frosted cake.

Friday, Jan. 1— Meal sites closed.

DECEMBER 22, 2015

Nature Storytime at Interstate Park set for January Mark your calendars! A popular program for preschool children and their parents will start up again after the holidays at Wisconsin Interstate Park. On Thursdays at 10:00 AM, beginning January 7 through March, Naturalist Julie Fox will share a story and activity with preschoolers and their parents at the Ice Age Center. A short activity following the story will reinforce the story's nature-related theme. Nature Storytime will generally last between 30-60 minutes, depending on the participants. "It is a great opportunity for parents to get out to the park with their children during this time of the year," commented Fox. Time will be spent outdoors, weather permitting, so parents should dress their children accordingly.

Interstate Park is located in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin, on State Rd 35 just ½-mile south of Hwy 8. Nature Storytime is free of charge, but a Wisconsin State park sticker is required to enter the park. Annual passes for 2016 are $28 for Wisconsin residents or $38 for non-residents. For more information call Julie at 715-483-3747.

Merry Christmas and

Happy New Year!

Evan Greenberg Kindergarten

Second Place Winner in Kindergarten in the Amery Community Club Christmas Card Contest

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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 Nursing Home veterans Christmas Dr. Orrin Arneson, Commander Don Fansler, Vice Commander Jerry Olson and Past Commander Dick Pelc presented 41 veterans with several Christmas presents on Wednesday.

Michelle Mizejewski from Amery Memory Care helped to distribute the gifts at one of the four nursing homes in Amery.

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.

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.

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. 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 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 1:303:30 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 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.

Futsal Open Gym: For boys and girls in grades 8-12. Futsal is a form of indoor soccer and a great way to improve upon footwork skills in the off-season. Session I on Sundays: Dec 6, 13, 20, Jan 10, 17, 24 & 31 from 3:45-6 p in the Middle School gym (use the north doors). Fee $10 per session. Session II will be in Feb/March. Pre-register with Comm Ed or pay your first time in the gym.

Zoey Ellingsworth Grade 4

Warm Wishes from . . .

Park Lakes & Land Realty Here’s hoping this Christmas finds you surrounded by your loved ones and the warmth of home and health

The holiday season is the perfect time to say

thank you

Mark Kopp

Cary Dean

to our members and friends.

We wish you a warm and bright New Year.

Sophia Trandum Grade 1

Second Place Winner in Grade 1 in the Amery Community Club Christmas Card Contest Char Sunde

Joel Sunde

Closing Dec. 24 & 31 at noon Closed Dec. 25 & 26 and Jan. 1

Thanks for a great year!

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Spreading Christmas Cheer The “Helping Hands” group from the Intermediate school sang at Golden Age Manor on Thursday, December 17th. The group is led by Fourth-grade teacher Laura Busse. More than 40 intermediate school students participated in the event.

Subscriptions make wonderful last minute gifts!

Call the Amery Free Press 715-268-8101

Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas!

Alexis Lyon Grade 3

Krista Markee Kindergarten

Peter Markee Grade 3

HOLIDAY HOURS: Dec. 24, 5 a.m.-8 p.m., Dec. 25, 7 a.m.-11 p.m., Dec. 31, 5 a.m.-11 p.m., Jan. 1, 5 a.m.-11 p.m.

FREEDOM VALU CENTERS 237 Keller Ave. S., Amery 715-268-8957

ELM Self Storage 1/2 mile north of US 8 on CTH E Call 715-268-8720 or cell 715-491-1374

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23rd Annual

John Legut Memorial Cup Saturday, Dec. 26, 6 p.m.

AMERY ICE ARENA 1065 RiverPlace Drive, Amery

Downtown Clayton

Enjoy a great hockey game with Amery Alumni and help raise the funds to award educational scholarships.

107 Prentice St. North

715-948-7777

Admission $3 adults, $2 students, 6 & under free

Your support is appreciated for this effort.

HOURS: Sun.-Thurs. 10 a.m.-Midnight Fri. & Sat. 10 a.m.-2:30 a.m.

Hockey Alumni interested in playing please contact Andrea Legut andrealegut@ yahoo.com, phone 715-781-0710 or Annette Elkin 715-268-9126

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ENTERTAINMENT Saturday, Dec. 26: Northland Entertainment (9 p.m.-1 a.m.)

Thursday, Dec. 31: Jukebox Live (9 p.m.-2 a.m.)

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December 25th Closed for Christmas

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Stop in for Tom & Jerryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and Hors de oeuvres

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December 24th Merry Christmas Cheer 12-4 p.m.

"Sight Unseen"

David Madsen Grade 4

Kylie Lindahl Grade 4

Closing Dec. 24 at 3 p.m.

Closed Dec. 25

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AREA BOWLING Spare Time Bowl Bar & Grill, Turtle Lake MONDAY NIGHT LADIES Division 1 Clear Lake Auto ...................................74 Austad’s Super Valu............................51 No Wicks Moravit ................................37 Bye ...........................................................24 Division 2 Spare Time Bowl................................98 Becker’s Truckin..................................84 Bowlin Buddies....................................77 Countyline Dairy................................. 59 High game: Lori Larson 212, Amy Anderson 212, Deanne Moravitz 200, Jamie Elfers 193, Judy Ullom 192, Connie Graber 185, Polly Henke 182, Geri Christensen 182, Orreen Nottom 180, Debbie Anderson 172.

High series: Amy Anderson 570, Lori Larson 526, Judy Ullom 522, Connie Graber 508, Deanne Moravitz 499, Orreen Nottom 497, Debbie Anderson 495, Polly Henke 484, Jamie Elfers 477, Kathy Eggers 465.

TUESDAY NIGHT LADIES Division 1 Charlie’s Place .......................................12 Sexy Mama’s .........................................12 Nordquist Truckingh ............................6 True Value................................................0 Division 2 The Dead End’s .....................................12 Spare Time.............................................12 Red Cedar Accounting ....................... 10 Range Fire Dept. ....................................0 High game: Debbie Tucker 212, Cheryl Harshman 198, Renee Glowe 193, Mitzi Glasscock 192, Sylvia Stetler 188, Lori Larson 178, Heidi VanHeuklom 178, Joann Kahl 174, Lonnie Stowell 173, Kelly VanHeuklom 172.

High series: Mitzi Glasscock 528, Renee Glowe 520, Debbie Tucker 506, Heidi VanHeuklom 503, Lonnie Stowell 503, Lori Larson 494, Kelley VanHeuklom 481, Sylvia Stetler 477, Sherri Munkelwitz 467, Cheryl Harshman 460.

SPARE TIME MEN’S Division 1 Spare Time.....................................300.0 7 Brothers ........................................ 291.5 Elfers Resident.............................. 282.5 Lefty’s Hookers.............................244.5 Division 2 Austad’s Super Valu..................... 316.5 Busy B’s ........................................... 276.0 Hoff’s Construct ............................273.0 Anderson Storage ........................237.0 Division 3 Hotel Bar & Grill ............................. 271.0 Seeger Synthetic........................... 261.0 Floors & More ................................259.0 Danca’s Kar Korral .......................246.0 Division 4 Grosskruetz Crop.......................... 263.5 Sanmina .........................................250.5 Perfect Image ............................... 228.5 Scheps Dairy ...................................199.5 High game: Tom Roessler 268, Scott Danca 257, Larry Anderson 257, Bill Pickard 247, Mike Ellwood 247, Steve Baillargeon 243, Rick Danca 242, Adam Zemke 238, Tom Grosskreutz 236, Alex Dix 236, Korey Kirwan 235, Hjalmer Gerloff 233, Jon Magnuson 232, Mitch Dietrich 224, Mark Dietrich 224, John Anderson 224, Sprout Molls 223, Dave Hawkins 222, HB Becker 222, Gary Nottom 221, Chris Harmon 221, Wayne Ecklor 221, Ron Thelen 220, Jim Glowe 218, Rob Erickson 215, Dean Munkelwitz 215.

High series: Tom Roessler 737, Adam Zemke 680, Scott Danca 671, Jon Magnuson 665, Larry Anderson 660, Alex Dix 654, Steve Baillargeon 641, Bill Pickard 634, Hjalmer Gerloff 634, Wayne Ecklor 618, Jim Glowe 617, Tom Grosskreutz 615, Rick Danca 613, Larry Larson 598, Rob Erickson 596, Marc Johnson 596, Korey Kirwan 594, Mitch Dietrich 592, Dean Munkelwitz 588, Kurt Molls 585, Gary Warner 585, Chad Rondeau 584, Dave Hawkins 581, Tony Cifaldi 581, Ryan Monson 578.

SENIOR’S Kool Kats ..........................................48.0

Handy Kats ........................................41.0 Leinie Kats.........................................34.5 Alley Kats...........................................33.5 Top Kats .............................................33.0 Bad Kats..............................................31.5 Old Kats...............................................31.5 Tom Kats............................................ 27.0 High game, men: Bill Pickard 236, Buzz Pich 222, Jim Glowe 215, Hjalmer Gerloff 213, Jerry Schmidt 189, Harvey Becker 188, Jim Buckman 188, Davie Yeske 178, Bud Merriman 161, Merle Eder 159.

High game, women: Judy Benes 173, Renee Glowe 168, Patty Talbot 160, Carol Hannula 155.

High series, men: Buzz Pich 613, Bill Pickard 608, Jim Glowe 607, Hjalmer Gerloff 527, Jerry Schmidt 500, Harvey Becker 490, Davie Yeske 490, Jim Buckman 487, Don Deedon 465, Bud Merriman 460.

High series, women: Renee Glowe 493, Judy Benes 438, Carol Hannula 425, Patty Talbot 408.

SUNDAY NIGHT MIXED COUPLES Division 1 Becker/Monson ...................................43 Hegg/Carlson...................................... 38 Yeske/Nevin ........................................ 36 Nottom/Zemke.................................. 29 Anderson/Johnson ........................... 26 Wick/Heintz ..........................................17 Lundgren/Kuhrt...................................17 Division 2 Brown/Everson .................................. 42 Becker ......................................................41 BBT ...........................................................41 Off Constantly..................................... 36 Larson/Kern ..........................................31 Pabst/Graber ...................................... 30 High game, men: Ryan Monson 236, Gary Nottom 234, Craig Nevin 227, Larry Larson 220, John Anderson 214, Adam Zemke 213, Hjalmer Gerloff 213, Jordan Blomberg 206, Jeff Becker 206, Jon Evenson 202.

High game, women: Connie Graber 225, Lori Larson 217, Jennifer Johnson 189, Debbie Thill 182, Kim Shafer 179, Shannon Schradle 179,

Merry Christmas!

Samantha Newbauer Grade 3

Emily Monson 175, Sue Wick 164, Trudi Pabst 163, Sheri Nevin 162.

High series, men: Gary Nottom 643, Adam Zemke 613, Craig Nevin 604, Ryan Monson 601, Larry Larson 580, Hjalmer Gerloff 577, John Anderson 575, Jordan Blomberg 566, Jeff Becker 556, Jim Becker 550.

High series, women: Connie Graber 529, Lori Larson 502, Sue Wick 478, Debbie Thill 474, Trudi Pabst 461, Emily Monson 458, Kim Shafer 449, Sheri Nevin 424, Deb Becker 422, Shannon Schradle 420.

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320 Keller Ave., Amery • 715-268-5626

Merry Christmas from . . .

Closing Christmas Eve at 4 p.m.

Closed Christmas Day 325 N. Keller Ave. Amery, WI 715-268-7010

HOURS: Mon.-Thurs.

11 a.m.-9:30 p.m.

Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

Sun. 8 a.m.-9:30 p.m.

Ida Mae’s Cafe

Andrew Benner Grade 2

OPEN Mon.-Thurs. 6:30-2 Fri. 6:30-7 Sat. 6-2, Sun. 7-2 Closed Christmas Day

Homestyle Breakfast & Lunch CATERING & CONFERENCE ROOM Breakfast served all day Lunch specials from 11 a.m.

Owner/Operators Rog and Barb Anderson 121 Keller Ave. N • Amery • 715-268-4242

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DECEMBER 22, 2015

AMERY FREE PRESS

*Holiday Specials*

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Dine with us New Year’s Eve! on Beautiful Pike Lake

Thursday, Dec. 31, 2015

DINNER & DANCE with JIM ARMSTRONG 8 entrees to choose from Serving at 4 p.m.

Dinner Reservations Recommended

Mallory Kjeseth Grade 4

Call us about your parties before or after Christmas Friday - Fish Fry & Prime Rib Saturday - “Featuring” Prime Rib Sunday Breakfast - 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Fredrik Henningsgard Grade 4

Room for Private Parties Nora Eggert Grade 4 CLOSED Dec. 24 Dec. 25 Jan. 1

Merry Christmas from . . .

Amery Family Restaurant

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Closed Dec. 25

Open 7 days a week 6 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Mexican Restaurant & Bar 337 Keller Ave. South, Amery, WI 715-268-9801 www.garibaldismexicanrestaurant.com

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The history behind some beloved Christmas songs Holiday traditions vary from family to family, but one component of the holidays that seems to be universally enjoyed is a good Christmas song. Music is piped throughout malls and stores to entertain shoppers, and favorite tunes may be on the radio or streamed through a digital music service as families decorate their homes.

Many people may love Christmas songs and carols, but not everyone shares the same favorites. Thankfully, there’s no shortage of material when it comes to Christmas songs, ensuring there’s something for everyone.

In 2014, Time magazine researched records at the U.S. Copyright Office to determine the most popular and most recorded Christmas songs since 1978. when copyright registrations were digitized. The following are some of the more beloved holiday tunes and a bit of

history about each song.

• “Silent Night”: One of the most rerecorded songs in history (733 versions since 1978), “Silent Night,” was composed in 1818 by Franz Xaver Gruber and put to lyrics by Joseph Mohr. It was first performed on Christmas Eve at St. Nicholas parish church in Oberndorf, a village in Austria. Today’s version is a slow lullaby, but it’s believed the original was a dance-like tune in 6/8 time.

• “O Holy Night”: This popular song was composed by Adolphe Adam in 1847 to a French poem titled, “Minuit, chrétiens (Midnight, Christians).” Many notable performers, including Perry Como, Céline Dion, Josh Groban, Michael Crawford, and Lea Michele, have performed “O Holy Night.”

• “Silver Bells”: Now a Christmas classic, “Silver Bells” originally was written for the Bob Hope film, “The Lemon

Drop Kid.” Songwriter Jay Livingston wanted to title the song “Tinkle Bell,” but his wife dissuaded him from using the word “tinkle.”

• “White Christmas”: Irving Berlin believed his song “White Christmas” would be an instant hit. His prediction was correct, especially after singer Bing Crosby recorded it.

• “Jingle Bells”: Although it has become one of the more popular Christmas songs, “Jingle Bells” really was written for Thanksgiving. It’s also one of the oldest holiday songs of American origin. James Lord Pierpont, the song’s author, was inspired by the famous sleigh races of Medford, Massachusetts.

• “Do You Hear What I Hear”: Noel Regney wrote this song as a call to peace during the Cuban Missile Crisis. The original context has long been forgotten, and “Do You Hear What I Hear” is

now a staple of holiday celebrations.

• “Santa Claus is Coming to Town”: James Gillespie wrote this tune while riding a subway and reminiscing about his childhood with his brother. It became a hit after being performed at the famed Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

• “The Christmas Song”: This classic Christmas song was written in 1944

by Bob Wells and Mel Tormé. It’s usually subtitled “Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire.” The song was written during a heat wave as a way to think cool thoughts. It only took 40 minutes to write the music and some of the lyrics.

Nat King Cole’s rendition of the song is among the more popular versions.

Christmas songs are enjoyed and performed year after year. Popular songs continue to endure and attract new fans.

Presley Sarsland Grade 1

We love to hear from our subscribers, advertisers and readers. Here are the many ways you can contact us: Mail: Amery Free Press, Box 424, Amery, WI 54001 Phone: 715-268-8101 FAX: 715-268-5300 Email: Tom Stangl: tstangl@ theameryfreepress.com Jessica de la Cruz: editor@ theameryfreepress.com Pam Humpal: phumpal@ theameryfreepress.com

Jadyn Werle Grade 4 Open Christmas Eve 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Closed Christmas Day

Alibi Bar Downtown Amery Phone 715-268-8928

Closed Christmas Day

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Preparing for Christmas and Winter in Wisconsin Winter in Wisconsin...isn’t it grand! There is not too many states that a person can experience rain, thunder/lightning, sleet, big snowflakes, and then sunshine all within about 30 minutes, but we should did last week! Our weather has been a little mixed up but maybe now that Pounding we are officially into the Winter season it will straighten itself out. the (Winter begins on December 21) Pavement As you can tell from reading through this issue, the Christmas Pam Humpal greetings from area businesses had a little assistance with their message from the kids drawings in Amery School grades K-4. Each of the drawings is a masterpiece in its own way.

Thank you to the students for their drawings, and to Renee Anderson, the Art teacher, for her guidance in this annual project. I’m sure our readers will love viewing the special Christmas greetings.

Next week’s Amery Free Press published on Monday, December 28, will also include some kids cards with New Year’s greetings, activities, and hours from area businesses. Those businesses wishing to use a drawing with their ad for New Year’s should please give me a call today at 715-268-8101. The deadline is at 4pm on Wednesday, December 23.

Yes holidays are wonderful, time off to enjoy with

loved ones are wonderful, but the confusion that comes with trying to publish a newspaper in a timely matter around everything is a bit stressful.

This week we published on Monday so it feels like a Tuesday. Thursday we will be closing at 1pm for Christmas Eve, and then closed Friday for Christmas Day. Monday, December 28, we publish again so that will feel like another Tuesday. We will be closed Friday, January 1, for New Year’s Day. Then we will be back to a normal schedule for publishing on Tuesday, January 5. Wow…are we all confused now? Thank you in advance for your cooperation with our early deadlines, and holiday hours.

The 23rd Annual John Legut Memorial Cup Hockey game will be held on Saturday, December 26, 6pm at the Amery Ice Arena. The hockey alumni players are welcome to hit the ice, hopefully they won’t “hit” the ice too hard, to play a game against fellow alumni. It is always fun to watch and very entertaining at times. The money raised will go towards educational scholarships for hockey players. Come to the Amery Ice Arena this Saturday for a great game.

Looking at the calendar, I see there is a Full Moon later on this week. Great timing so it will light the way for Santa Claus to get all his delivering taken care of for Christmas. Just a reminder, Santa is always watching so be very careful to stay on his nice list.

The Christmas season is so busy with all the

preparations, activities, shopping, cleaning, and then throw work in there too…the days just go by way too fast! Please take a step back, breathe, and enjoy the magic of Christmas with your loved ones.

Dave and I are truly blessed with wonderful family

and friends to share each day with. My wish is that each one of you will have a very joyous Christmas season.

Merry Christmas from my family to yours…

Happy Holidays from all of us at Chet Johnson Drug, Ellie’s Ice Cream & Coffee and Johnson Drug at AHC! Reagan Thompson Grade 2 CHET’S HOLIDAY HOURS

Thursday, Dec. 24, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 25, Closed Saturday, Dec. 26, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 27, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Monday, Dec. 28, 8 a.m.-7 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 29, 8 a.m.-7 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 30, 8 a.m.-7 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 31, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 1, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 2, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Sunday, Jan. 3, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

STOP BY CHET’S AND ELLIE’S FOR YOUR LAST MINUTE GIFTS AND STOCKING STUFFERS!

204 Keller Avenue N. • P.O. Box 17 Amery, WI 54001 Phone 715-268-8121

Madisyn Heacock Grade 1

ELLIE’S HOLIDAY HOURS

Thursday, Dec. 24, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 25, Closed Saturday, Dec. 26, 8 a.m.-7 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 27, 8 a.m.-7 p.m.

Monday, Dec. 28, 6 a.m.-9 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 29, 6 a.m.-9 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 30, 6 a.m.-9 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 31, 6 a.m.-7 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 1, 8 a.m.-7 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 2, 8 a.m.-7 p.m.

Sunday, Jan. 3, 8 a.m.-7 p.m.

Closed Dec. 25 and Jan. 1

265 East Griffin St. Amery, WI 54001

Specializing in Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Treats and Coffee Downtown Amery next to Chet’s

PHONE: 715-268-8101 | FAX: 715-268-5300

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CLASSIFIEDS AMERY FREE PRESS

DECEMBER 22, 2015

FOR SALE

Farmall 400 GAS with IH loader and snow plow

FOR RENT

3 BR home with basement and garage in Cylon

Kruse Yuhas Grade 4

Be part of building the world’s best dairy processing cooperative

NEW RICHMOND SCHOOL DISTRICT

Will sell with or without loader

Excellent condition

Maintenance Technician

$850/month 715-643-2018

715-419-3335

Foremost Farms USA® Clayton, Wisconsin

FT SERVICE TECHNICIAN St. Croix Falls location

Baribeau Implement is seeking an additional Service Technician dedicated to providing customers with exceptional service, for our rapidly growing St. Croix Falls store. Duties range from routine maintenance to complete diagnosis and repair of tractors, equipment and lawn care products. Must have a technical degree or be an experienced technician. Must own your own tools and have a valid driver’s license with an insurable driving history. Baribeau Implement offers a competitive pay and benefit package.

Email your resume to: baribeau@chibardun.net or mail to:

Baribeau Implement Company, Inc. 1671 20-1/2 Street Rice Lake, WI 54868

We are seeking a Maintenance Technician at our award winning cheese facility in Clayton, WI. This plant produces quality provolone cheese and value-­‐added whey products for customers around the world. Our Clayton plant produces 48 million pounds of cheese each year.

Must be able to work variable shifts. Holiday and weekend work is required on a rotating basis.

Must be able to pass a maintenance exam.

Seeking FT and PT Electronic Assemblers FT Utility Worker/Ship/Rec/Inventory

Schedule a Jobs Test Today!

Benefits include a competitive wage, shift premiums, holiday/OT pay, outstanding insurance benefits: health/vision/dental/life/disability, paid vacation and sick time, pension plan, 401(k), and tuition assistance.

Foremost Farms will supply uniforms, footwear and tools.

Call: Cheri R. (715) 268-6495 EXT. 216 For a full job descriptions please visit our website at: www.gdsiswitches.com Look us up on Facebook GDSI Switches

Northwest Corner of Thompson Center 709 Keller Ave. So. Amery, WI 54001

For full job details and to apply go to: www.foremostfarms.com

We’re looking for employees who challenge the status quo, innovate and aim for excellence. Because we’re working to be the world’s best – to Be Foremost – we’ll bring out the best in you. We’re already one of the nation’s top 10 dairy cooperatives, making Wisconsin cheese and dairy ingredients for customers in 40 countries. But we’re not satisfied. Are you?

Please: Fax# 715-268-7263-Attn: Cheri R. E-mail to: richardsc@gdsiswitches.com

Underground Utility Locator Position Opening

Company vehicle and equipment provided Experienced Preferred Will train right candidate Must have clean driving record Send resumes to bandm@chibardun.net

Attention Buyers & Sellers!!

“Let the count down begin”

Soon it will be a NEW YEAR with New Dreams. Out with the Old and in with the NEW. Looking to sell your Old home OR dreaming of owning a NEW one I can help you go “shopping” or I can “recycle” your old one.

Give me a call or better yet - Stop by the NEW Edina Realty Office in Amery. I look forward to making your NEW YEAR one to remember.

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Amery Office Location

543 State Road 46, Amery

J&S Heating & Cooling

Quality Service and Installation on Forced Air & AC units Gas piping FREE ESTIMATES

Jeff Young, Amery 715-529-1419 cell 715-948-2229 fax

Foremost Farms USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer; M/F/Vets/Disabled

Successful passage of drug test and criminal record check required.

FOR RENT

Nice 3 BR, 2 bath home in country between Deer Park and Amery $850/month AVAILABLE NOW 715-643-2018

FOR SALE: 8 golf course lots located in Pondhurst, Amery, WI 54001 Also available attractive rural building sites.

Will consider trade of other houses and real estate SOME AGENT OWNERSHIP CARNINE REALTY Joe 715-222-1706 Cell 715-268-6336 Home

Music Director

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East Immanuel Lutheran Church in Amery, Wisconsin is seeking a Music Director. This is a part-time position requiring approximately 10 hours per week. We are looking for someone to provide musical leadership to our worship services and incorporate the musical talents of the congregation. Responsibilities include: directing the choir, worship planning with the pastor, and coordinating special music for worship throughout the year. Interested candidates should review the job description found on the congregation's website, www.eastimmanuel-lutheran.org, and submit a letter of interest with resume and professional references.

Send application materials to Pastor Kathy Pennington via email to penningtonkm@gmail.com or submit them to the church office at 207 120th Street, Amery, WI 54001.

DECEMBER 22, 2015

FOR RENT

3 Bedroom Apt. for rent near Lake Magnor, Clayton

Two car garage, nice yard. $775 per month $1550 to move in.

Includes all appliances, swere/ water bill, and garbage pick up.

No Pets. No Smoking.

AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY

FOR RENT 2 BR apt. in newer duplex with fireplace, 1-1/2 bath, 2 car garage.

In Prairie Farm

Must have rental references 715-948-2811

NO PETS

$650 deposit $650 rent

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Open 1-4pm Sunday December 27 AMERY, WI • 1322 US Hwy 8 Mobile/mnftd home on 15.47+/- ac lot.

Nominal Opening Bid: $10,000 Auction Starts: 10am EST, Sun Jan 3 Auction Ends: 11:30am EST, Thu Jan 7 Also Auctioning in January

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real estate

AMERY FREE PRESS

Full occupancy. Excellent business opportunity Will consider trade of other houses and real estate SOME AGENT OWNERSHIP CARNINE REALTY Joe 715-222-1706 Cell 715-268-6336 Home

This size ad in the Amery Free Press and The Tab is $20 per week

Amery Free Press 3.25 x 4 12/21

POLK COUNTY POSITION ANNOUNCEMENTS Health Division Director/Health Officer Community Services

$70,140 annually (or DOQ)

Children and Family Service Director Community Services

$70,140 annually (or DOQ)

Full-time – Exempt (Salaried) Position Professional position provides leadership, vision and strategic direction for Polk County’s Public Health programs and services. Directs the development, planning, management, coordination, evaluation, and delivery of public health programs, and promotes population health through ongoing community health assessment and improvement planning in collaboration with diverse community partners. Protects the heath of the community, through the enforcement of public health laws and facilitation of preparedness planning with community partners in a manner consistent with statutory authority and County policy. Minimum requirements of Local Health Officer as outlines in WI Statute 251.06. Master’s degree in related field and three (3) years of full-time experience in a public health agency or in the performance of closely related duties preferred, please see the position description on our website for complete details regarding the minimum requirements.

Deadline to apply: December 22, 2015

Full-time – Exempt (Salaried) Position The Children and Family Services Director is responsible for the administration of the Department of Children and Families programs including the interpretation, assessment and recommendation of policies and the supervision of assigned staff. Performs complex professional work assuring compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations; supervising and coordinating community service programs, services and staff and oversight of specialized grant programming. a Master’s Degree in Social Work, human services, public administration or related field and five years of full-time work experience in a management level position in a public human services or a comparable agency with substantial administrative and supervisory experience preferred, please see the position description on our website for complete details regarding the minimum requirements.

Deadline to apply: December 22, 2015

Deputy Sheriff Tenere, Inc., is a Custom Integrator providing metal fabrication, assembly and engineering services to the high tech industry.

Tenere is located in Dresser, WI, and Osceola, WI.

1st Shift Turret Set-up - Dresser Plant Turret Lead - Dresser Plant Brake Set-up - Dresser Plant Punch Press Set-up - Dresser Plant TIG Welder - Dresser Plant Quality Inspector - Osceola 2 Plant 2nd Shift Turret Set-up - Dresser Plant Brake Set-up - Dresser Plant Punch Press Set-up - Dresser Plant TIG Welder – Dresser Plant 3rd Shift Turret Set-up - Dresser Plant Brake Set-up - Dresser Plant Punch Press Set-up - Dresser Plant TIG Welder – Dresser Plant Rapid growing company with great benefits.

Nice clean environment.

Opportunity for growth and advancement.

MANY GREAT EMPLOYEE INCENTIVES! Please email resume to jennifer.johnson@tenere.com or apply in person at: TENERE, INC. 700 Kelly Ave., Dresser, WI 54009 100 Industrial Dr., Osceola, WI 54020 715-294-1577, ext. 303

$26.20/hr

Responsible for preventing, detecting and investigating crimes, apprehending criminals and other violators. Responding to emergencies and all other calls for Law Enforcement services. Requires current certification as a law enforcement officer in the State of Wisconsin, or licensed/certified law enforcement officer in another state and eligible to become certified in Wisconsin.

Full time – averages 39.73 hours per week 1 vacancy and create eligibility list Deadline to apply: December 28, 2015

Zoning Specialist Land Information

DOQ

Full-time – Non-Exempt (Hourly) Position Performs intermediate professional work administering land use ordinances and sanitary sewer codes in Polk County including (but not limited to): issuing and inspecting zoning and erosion control land use permits, monitoring compliance, investigating violations; also assists with enforcing sanitary system ordinances. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Zoning Administrator. Minimum requirements Bachelor’s degree in land use or related field or Associated Degree in related studies and two years zoning and planning experience, or combination of experience and education, see our website for complete details regarding the minimum requirements.

Deadline to apply: January 5, 2016

Jailer/Corrections Officer

$20.03/hr

Responsible for providing care, custody and the detention of inmates, and positive rehabilative influence to all inmates while insuring compliance with all laws, regulations, and policies.

Full Time - averages 39.73 hr/ week 1 vacancy and future eligibility list Deadline to apply: January 11, 2016 Full-time positions offer a comprehensive benefit package, including participation in the Wisconsin Retirement program for government employees and optional health, dental and vision insurance. Polk County promotes the health and well-being of their employees with opportunities to support your level of involvement in a Worksite Wellness Program.

YOU MUST COMPLETE AN ON-LINE APPLICATION TO BE ELIGIBLE. For complete job description, position requirements, application, and details please visit our website at www.co.polk.wi.us, Employment Opportunities. AA/EEOC

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DECEMBER 22, 2015

Automotive Technician Pay commensurate with experience JOHNSON MOTOR SALES, New Richmond

We offer paid vacation and holidays, 401k with matching, competitive wages and a great work environment

Interested applicants can send resume to hr@johnsonmotorsales.com or apply in person

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F&A Dairy Products, Inc. is taking applications for part-time employment. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Starting wage $9.50/hr.

Apply in person at

F&A Dairy Products, Inc. 212 State Rd 35 S, Dresser WI, 54009 715-755-3485

Full-time Office Manager

at our Johnson Ford of New Richmond location

As Office Manager, you will work directly with the store’s General Manager and Dealer to provide accurate financial data and oversee the processes of the accounting office and administrative functions.

Duties include: •Daily accounting entries and monthly financial statements •Review financial schedules and ledgers and work with accounting staff to clear up any discrepencies •Ensure that the accounting records are maintained in an orderly, current and accurate condition at all times.

•Communicate payroll to outside vendor and post expensing entries •Work with Tax CPA for accurate income tax filing Qualifications: •Excellent written and verbal communication skills •Associate Accounting Degree or better •Office Manager / Controller a plus •Prior years of automotive office management a plus •Dependable and reliable attendance •Must be willing to submit to a pre-employment screening which includes a background check Pay is commensurate with your experience.

Qualified candidates starting around $50,000 /yr.

This is a full time position with benefits including 401k with company match, health/dental/disability/life insurance, paid vacation, etc.

Send resume to hr@johnsonmotorsales.com or apply in person

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Truck Driver US Mail Eagen, MN to Star Prairie, WI Split Shift 2+ days a week 4.67 hrs/day $25.89/hr.

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Call: Cheri R. (715) 268-6495 EXT. 216 For a full job descriptions please visit our website at: www.gdsiswitches.com Look us up on Facebook GDSI Switches

Licensed Practical Nurse– LPN .5 DAYSHIFT Position Hours: 6:30am-2:45pm, including Every other Weekend and opportunity to pick up additional hours.

Wage: $20.19 starting

Deadline to apply online: 1/8/2016

Certified Nursing Assistant Benefit Eligible Overnight positions available Wage: $ 11.50+/hr (depending on experience) starting Plus $1 shift differential

Northwest Corner of Thompson Center 709 Keller Ave. So. Amery, WI 54001

BENEFITS include Paid Time Off, Retirement, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Etc.

Please: Fax# 715-268-7263-Attn: Cheri R. E-mail to: richardsc@gdsiswitches.com

You must complete an on-line application to be eligible. For complete job description, position requirements, application, and details please visit our website at www.co.polk.wi.us, Employment Opportunities. AA/EEOC

Hours: 10:30pm-6:30am

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• Low-Premium, Comprehensive Health Coverage • Health Savings Account • Dental Insurance • 401K • Company-Paid Life & Short Term Disability • $100 Per Month Perfect Attendance Incentive • Monthly Profit Sharing: Up to 52% Gross Monthly Earnings • $300 Referal Incentive for Referring New Hires •Internal Promotion & Advancement Opportunities •10 Paid Holidays Per Year

Apply in person at: 250 Griffin Street East, Amery, WI or online at www.cardinalcorp.com

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