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Marko makes COUNTRYstate-wrestling history Paulson wins second state title, team takes third overall
the process, the dynamic duo led a Serving Marine-on-St. Insquad Croix, May Township of sixScandia, to a 3rd-place team finish BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
The 2015-16 wrestling season will be one of legend for Amery High School as the Warriors stamped their place in state history. The power-packed Warriors spent the majority of the season ranked No. 3 in the WIAA Division 2 state team rankings and boasted two returning state champions. Both champs reclaimed their glory of the year before and one joined an even more elite crowd, becoming just the 14th Wisconsin high school wrestler ever to win four state championships.
at the 2016 WIAA Division 2 Individual State Wrestling Championships. After winning his fi rst state title as a 106-pound freshman, Hunter Marko has been on the radar of wrestlers, coaches and wrestling enthusiasts around the state as the man to beat. And over his next 105 matches, only two ended with him drawing the short straw. This season, as a senior, Marko’s record was flawless. Marko entered the 2015 state championships with a 33-0 record and
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son Eye Clinic. That was nearly 47 years ago. “There was a real shortage of dentists. And we saw so many people, it was just difficult. Some of them would just walk in the front door with a toothache. And the philosophy back then was that if they showed up, we took care of them. Some days were long and tiring,” he says, explaining the physical demands of leaning over patients all day. He continues, ”It wasn’t all that rewarding to see people who wouldn’t come back regularly.” Bob has seen a lot of changes over the years, many in equipment and materials. He says things are stronger now, and more aesthetic. When asked if he can tell when people haven’t flossed regularly, he says people are usually honest with him about that. But he’s not on the front lines either. “I wouldn’t notice because usually the hygiene people see them first. It may have been horrible to start, but by the time I get there, it’s not.”
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THE SUN Dr. Bob Johansen sits at the desk he made for his Dental Arts office. Johansen officially retired this week after nearly 47 years in Amery, and looks forward to doing more woodworking, traveling and spending time with his grandaughters. BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
Believe it or not, Amery dentist Bob Johansen has a hard time coming up with something he doesn’t like about his work. At
least, not that he would share. “The hardest times were when I first came,” he says. He was just 26 when he started working as a dentist. His office was across the street from Dental Arts, in the building that’s now Christopher-
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Amery senior beats the odds to finish strong Premier Complex and Amery High School senior, Elli Meagher, competed her last team meet in Faribault, MN on February 28th. Elli started gymnastics with Premier when it opened in November of 2007. She was in the 3rd grade and full of energy and strong as a team gymnast. Elli had moved to Amery from Andover, MN where she attended Jam Hops for the start of her gymnastic training and then continued in Amery Community Education until she joined Premier. In 2008-2009 Elli started showing signs that she was not healthy, experiencing unexplained weight gain, kidney stones and the signs of weakened body conditions. Elli's parents continued to take her in to try to find answers to the issues Elli was dealing with. In spring of 2009 after much research and help from others outside the family, Meagher's finally received a diagnosis of Cushing's Disease. That spring Elli underwent her first brain surgery to remove the tumor that was growing on her pituitary gland. This took her out of the gym for the first time since she moved to town and the most important thing for Elli during her recovery was when she would be allowed to start being upside
down again. It took 8 weeks to get her back to the gym and she came in dizzy and weakened but very determined to catch back up. Six months after her fi rst surgery, they had found that the surgery was not successful and scheduled her next surgery in Virginia with the top surgeons in the country. During this time Elli remained at the hospital after the surgery so they could determine if it had worked. They found it had not and they were going to go in and do the surgery again, this time it proved to be successful and Elli was left with 25% of her gland. In many cases a diagnosis of Cushing's would end a sporting career like gymnastics. Elli had numerous restrictions for spans of time that would set her back in her skills, strength and even the team that she would be competing on changed. She never gave up on gymnastics or her dream to keep competing. Over a 5 year span she would travel to Virginia to test her levels to adjust her medications, she would administer daily shots of growth hormone, she would take numerous pills and she would be subject to the after affects of all of those things but she would still continue to come to the gym. There
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Amery Senior Elli Meagher competed in her last high school gymnastics meet on February 28. Meagher was diagnosed with Cushing’s Disease in 2009, making her sport immensely difficult through surgeries and other medical challenges.
were times that we would struggle to work together because of the struggles of this disease but together with Elli, her parents and the coaches, Elli was able to continue competing and to finish her gymnastic career with her all time high scores. Elli now coaches for Premier and also for the Amery Community Education program, showing patience and kindness to the young girls and boys
training their new gymnastic skills. She is a fantastic coach and role model for young kids and it's a joy to watch her. Elli will never be free of Cushing's but she has learned to live with the disease and has fought to overcome and to continue on in her dreams. She is an inspiration to her peers who wish her all the best in her gymnastic experience.
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opened just a few hundred feet from its current Keller Avenue location. New owner, Mike Selbitschka, says they had no idea about Amery Dairy Queen’s history when they first looked at the location. “It was just icing on the cake,” he says—no pun intended. As the story goes, when original owners, Norval and Eunice Anderson, wanted to open a franchise here, it wasn’t an easy purchase. In fact, the company had to get special approval from the Wisconsin State Legislature to allow the Dairy Queen Company to operate in Wisconsin, and agree to call their product ice milk and not ice cream. With approvals in place, the Johnsons purchased their franchise and in 1952 built the state’s fi rst Dairy Queen near where Subway now resides. It was a walk-up business, and could be operated by just one person. Dairy Queen moved to it’s current location in 1965, occupying land that had been vacated by a gas-station fire. The move would give more parking space to the nearby Super Valu Store, and allow Dairy Queen to become a walk-in facility. With Norval and Eunice’s son John and daughter-in-law Laurie at the helm, the building evolved again in 1982 to add additional seating and become a full Brazier store. John and Laurie Anderson officially sold the business to partners Mike Selbitschka,
Joe Lehn, and Josh Olson this winter. And the three are excited about this Amery store. “We just liked the community and the small town feel,” he says. The three are from Woodbury, Minn. and currently own two other franchises in Maplewood and Inver Grove Heights. Selbitschka has been with DQ since high school, and says that in their other communities they frequently will sponsor a lot of activities for the schools, churches, and other community groups. He looks forward to doing a lot of that in Amery too. General Manager, Lisa Duden, has remained with the
store and is working with the new ownership to remodel its interior. The layout will stay the same, with mostly cosmetic changes. And no, a drive-thru is not part of their plans. The store is currently hiring for all positions, with a full staff of 12-15, and hopes to open in late March or early April. Stay tuned for an official announcement on that. Those interested should stop by the store during the day. In the meantime, rest easy that Amery Dairy Queen has not gone away. It’s just getting ready for a new chapter in its long and interesting history.
Wisconsin’s first Dairy Queen was built in Amery in 1952. It was a walk-up store, built near where Subway is today. Dairy Queen moved to its current location in 1965 following a large gas-station fire.
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Bob says those hygienists weren’t always easy to find, but today they make his job a lot easier. And what about all those questions you get asked with your mouth open? “We just do it because we can, we’re just messing with you,” he says. All kidding and chair-side manor aside, Bob cuts to the chase about the damage people do to their teeth. “I’ve seen kids go through their high school years without cavities, and they come back from college full of them. And it’s the soft drinks,” he says. “And slow sipping is the worst.” His best advice is to stay on top of diet and hygiene. As good as he is at his job, he didn’t stumble upon dentistry right away. His degree from UW Eau Claire was in Chemistry. It wasn’t until a conversation with his own dentist that he considered a career in teeth, and went to Marquette for Dentistry. “I felt that by choosing something that specific, I would have the opportunity to get really good at it. I don’t get bored easily, but every time I do something I want it to be better,” he says. Bob’s last day at Dental Arts was February 24. He has a long list of retirement plans, including his woodworking hobbies. The Dental-Arts building is home to a lot of furniture that he’s
made himself, including the desk in his office. He’s even built an entire log cabin in Luck from scratch, along with all the furniture inside. He says he’ll be collecting sap there this March. And there are two granddaughters he’d like to spend more time with, and list of trips to take. What does Bob enjoyed most about being a dentist? “Aesthetic improvements, that’s very rewarding,” he says. “But probably the most rewarding part are the relationships you build with people.” When Bob announced his retirement, he told people that it was with mixed emotions. “A lot of the people that are my patients were friends first and became patients, and a lot of the others were patients first and became friends. I appreciate all those people who were so loyal all those years.” A retirement open house will be held at Dental Arts from 3 to 6 on March 11, and it’s clear that Bob will be missed by many. He’s gotten a lot of thank you notes filled with kind words. Bob talks about one patient who insisted that he get all his crowns done before Bob retired. “I said to him, ‘You know, when I retire you’re going to find that I was way overrated.’ And he said, ‘You can’t overrate trust.’ And that was about one of the nicest things anyone could say.”
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Second Grade Concert A second grade concert will take place at the Amery High School Auditorium at 6:30 p.m.
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Little Falls Lutheran Church (1272 44th Ave.) is hosting World Day of Prayer on March 4, 2016. A worship service, written by the Women of Cuba, is at 9:30, with coffee and fellowship to follow. All are welcome!
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Women in History The Amery Woman’s Club will meet on Monday March 7th at The Family Restaurant. This month we will be presenting a special program! Women in History will take you back to some of our most memorable American Women. Social hour begins at 5:00pm, during which a short meeting will be held. Dinner at 6:00 with your choice of several entrée’s. After dinner beginning at 7:00 the program will start. The cost for dinner and the presentation is $12.00. The program beginning at 7:00 is free. This program is for all ages and open to the public. Please call Julie Andersen at 268-2136 for dinner and or presentationreservations by March 1st or pick up your tickets at Chet’s Drug and the Amery Community Ed. office.
MARCH 10 Become an ESL tutor The Amery Literacy project sponsored by the Amery Woman’s Club and Northern Waters Learning is seeking volunteers to tutor adults in the Amery area. A big need currently is working with individuals who have limited English skills. Tutors do not need a background in another language, only an interest in helping others learn. We currently have eight active learners and at least two waiting to be matched with a tutor. If you are interested there will be an orientation/ training session on March 10 at 11 a.m. in the Amery Public Library. Lunch will be provided for those who register to attend. Please sign up at the library or call Sharon at 715-553-0952.
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(Left to right) Amery firefighters Craig Lysne, Kacey Fredrick, Keli Ash, Sam Terzich represented Amery as 47 Wisconsin and Minnesota Fire Departments particpated in the February 27 “Fight-For-Air Climb” in Minneapolis. The event is one of the American Lung Association’s most unique fundraisers, challenging firefighters to climb 31 flights of stairs in full turn-out gear with respirators. The Amery team raised $773 toward the event’s total $175,212.79.
MARCH 11 Retirement open house Dr. Johansen is celebrating 46 years with Dental Arts, and invites you to join him for an open house, Friday, March 11 from 3 to 6 p.m. at Dental Arts. Come help celebrate his service and with him well on his retirement!
MARCH 12 Ruby’s Pantry Food Dist. Ruby’s Pantry Food Distribution takes place the 2nd Saturday of each month at Congregational Church, 201 Harriman Avenue North in Amery. For a $20 donation, participants will receive a share of the distribution. Sign up start at 7:30 a.m. Distribution begins at 9 a.m. Bring boxes or other carrying containers. All registered before 8:45 a.m. are eligible for a drawing, must be present to win.
MARCH 13 Dad’s Belgian Waffles The Woodville American Legion will be hosting “Dad’s Belgian Waffles” at the Lion’s Den in Woodville Sunday, March 13 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Featuring all-you-can-eat malted belgian waffles, link sausages, whipped topping, and a variety of syrups. Cost is $8 at the door, children 10 and under $6.
MARCH 16-20 Robbie’s Auction House Cabin Fever Sale
Join Robbie’s Auction House for their huge Cabin Fever Sale featuring shoes, hoodies, tools and other cool stuff, March 16, 17 and 18 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., March 19 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and March 20 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Browse a nice selection of shoes and boots, including women’s shoes and fashion boots, women’s athletic shoes, men’s athletic and dress shoes, and a huge selection of men’s steel toe work boots. New inventory includes Nike, Puma, DC, New Balance, Clarks, BOC, Keen, Bear Paw, Under Armour, and Toms. Tools include battery booster packs, mechanics tool sets, misc. hand tools and air compressors large and small. College hoodies just $5 each. POW, Osceola, Amery and Somerset hoodies $12 each. Fresh selection of rods, reels and lures. Generators, 1350, 4200, 5500, and 7500 watt. 2600 PSI pressure washers. 4 & 5 burner barbecue grills, kayaks, and different sized bikes. Lots of other cool stuff! Come and check out our biggest sale ever! Cash only. ATM nearby. Robbie’s Auction House is located at 705 Keller Avenue South in Amery.
MARCH 25 Jason Huneke - Juggling and comedy for the family! Light-hearted entertainment for the family! The Amery
Area Public Library is happy to sponsor this exciting juggling and comedy show at Golden Age Manor from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. All members of the public are welcome to join us at Golden Age Manor for this all ages show.
MARCH 28 Creating a virtual cemetary Polk County Genealogy Society presents “How to create your family virtual cemetery,” at the Ravenholdt Family Research Center at Luck History Museum/Luck Library. Collect your ancestors’ graves from as many cemeteries on find-agrave.com as possible and create one virtual cemetery. Business meeting to follow.
APRIL 1 & 2 Amery Spring Show The Amery Free Press presents the 13th annual Amery Spring Show featuring home, garden and recreation, Friday, April 1 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday, April 2 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Amery Ice Arena. Visit local vendors like building suppliers, financial instituations, car dealerships, home furnishings, water conditioning, contractors, electronics, appliances, ATVs, boats, docks, landscaping, heating/air conditioning, and more! Businesses can contact Pam Humpal to reserve their space, 715-268-8101 or email phumpal@theameryfreepress.com.
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I celebrated my 55th birthday last month with a quiet family gathering and meal. The birthdays just keep on coming, despite my best efforts to ignore their annual reminder that I am getting older. It was great fun when my wife received her first invitation to join the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), not so funny when I received my first invitation. But you need to go with the flow, because there really isn’t Publisher any choice, is there? Another bonus of living to age Tom Stangl 55 is getting to qualify for senior discounts and special meals at eating establishments. I tell myself that this is a bonus, but inside I secretly hate to admit that I am reaching the age where I can get these things. I began going gray and losing my hair in my teens. I have fought the good fight to try to keep my hair, but as it has retreated, I have adapted my haircut and kept a beard. Even my facial hair has decided to go gray, so I am who I am. Any thought of coloring my hair or beard, or getting a hairpiece has been quickly dismissed with a hearty laugh by me when I envision how silly I would look. To those who do color their hair or don a hairpiece, if it makes you feel better, more power to you. It just isn’t my thing. Last week, I went to get my vision checked. I have been letting this slide for a while, I guess because my subconscious need to not get older would collude with my natural predilection to procrastinate, effectively causing me to “forget” to make the appointment. Every member of my family wore eyeglasses. Some had them before the fifth grade, I was able to hold out until high school, and even then I didn’t wear them as much as I probably should have done. It wasn’t until I began working in newspapers, spending time doing close work on pasteups and eventually computer screens that my vision began departing. My first set of glasses, picked out at the ripe age of 15 without any input, were big bulky things with photogray lenses that doubled as sunglasses of sorts. I did the slightly rose tinted aviators in the 1980s and 90s and switched to my current pair of rimless glasses about six years ago. I don’t think I could do the contact lens thing. Putting my fingers in my eyes kind of gives me the willies. I understand the appeal for people who can afford it to have numerous frames to wear. I also find it interesting that frames that were popular 40 to 50 years ago are making a comeback in a slightly different, updated form. Even the old 1970s era military issue frames, known facetiously as “birth control” frames by friends who wore them because they were so ugly, are back. I hope I have chosen frames that will wear well, since it will (hopefully) be a few years before I go back and need to get replacements. But the beauty of life is that we can all be unique. Hairstyles, clothing and even eyewear can make us feel better about who we are as people. And, in the end, that is what matters. As always, I welcome your comments. You can reach me by email at tstangl@theameryfreepress.com, telephone 715-268-8101 or write me at P.O. Box 424, Amery, WI, 54001. Thanks for reading. I’ll keep in touch. Feel free to do the same.
Republican overreach on ‘double dipping’? BY MATT POMMER
Are Republicans overplaying their political cards? The GOP-controlled Legislature has decided that county executives should be barred from serving in the Legislature at the same time they hold their county offices. It is an effort to prevent Winnebago County Executive Mark Harris of Oshkosh, a Democrat, from running for the 18th District seat in the State Senate. Incumbent Rick Gudex, a Fond du Lac Republican, has announced he won’t seek re-election this year. The Republican Capitol maneuver could Newsletter turn Harris into a Matt Pommer local government martyr. It will attract media attention and contributions. It could also stir speculation he might become a Democratic candidate for governor in 2018. Republicans don’t need to retain the seat to keep the majority. They have a five-vote edge in the Senate, thanks in part to the district boundary lines the GOP majorities drew in 2011. Republicans are in full control of state government. Gov. Scott Walker’s term extends until 2019. Republicans have better than a
3-to-2 advantage in the Assembly even though they got just about 45 percent of the vote in the 2014 election. “The bill is a sign of misplaced priorities of Republican leaders,” Harris said after the bill was sent to the governor’s desk. “Rather than strengthening our communities and growing our middle class, Republicans in Madison continue to focus on retaining political power. I am running for the State Senate because Wisconsin deserves better,” he added. Newspapers have noted that other county executives have served in the Legislature. Manitowoc County executive Bob Ziegelbauer served in both jobs. He was first elected to the Assembly as a Democrat in 1992. In 2010 he became an independent but caucused with Republicans. Ziegelbauer was elected Manitowoc County executive in 2010 did not run for re-election to the Assembly in 2014. Most important, the Republican legislative majorities did not try to prevent him from doing both jobs at the same time. His conservative politics, or the huge GOP majority, protected him from charges of ‘’double dipping’’ by Republicans. Perhaps Republicans are worried about this year’s elections because voter turnout is much higher in years when there are presidential elections.
The closeness of the partisan divide in Wisconsin politics was noted again recently in the primary voting for a State Supreme Court justice. Rebecca Bradley, who has been appointed by Walker to three judgeships – including the Supreme Court – got 44.7 percent of primary vote. As an appointee, she is running for a full term and is the favorite of Walker’s Republican forces. JoAnne Kloppenburg, an appeals court judge, will oppose Bradley in the April general election. She received 43.2 percent of the primary ballots this year. She lost a close Supreme Court election in 2011 to Justice David Prosser, a former Republican speaker of the Assembly. The remainder of February’s Supreme Court votes – some 68,373 – went to Milwaukee Circuit Judge Joe Donald. The immediate outcome of this year’s court election may not be as dramatically important as during Kloppenburg’s run in 2011. Then, the legality of the Republican anti-union legislation was headed toward the high court. No matter who wins the race in April conservatives will control the high court. In addition to Bradley, there are four other conservatives on the seven-member court.
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Dresser woman charged with bank fraud BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
Official charges were filed February 24 against a Dresser woman. Tiffany D. Madsen, 27 of Dresser, allegedly cashed a fraudulent money order at Osceola’s Hiawatha National Bank in November, and admitted to attempting a similar deposit at least once before, without success. According to the criminal complaint, Madsen deposited a $1,000 Postal Money Order at the bank on November 9, 2015. According to bank staff, although a hold had been placed on the funds, Madsen began spending against the account anyway. When the money order was discovered to be fraudulent, bank staff notified Madsen about the fraudulent money order,
saying that she would be liable for the money spent and that the matter would be referred to the authorities for investigation. Bank staff told authorities they felt the incident was suspect for several reasons. First, that she opened the account just a few days prior. And second, the money order did not have a sender or recipient on it, and only Madsen’s hand-written name and old address. When the bank asked Madsen where she got the money order, she couldn’t recall. According to the criminal complaint, Madsen claims she received the money order in the mail on November 7 with a letter instructing her to deposit the money into her account and send $150 or $200 to another party in New York. Madsen couldn’t locate the letter,
but says she did not send the money as instructed. Madsen claimed to have received several similar letters and money orders, and says she tried to deposit one of them at Bremer Bank in Amery but was told it was fake. When asked why she would try to deposit a money order from a party she did not know, she told authorities she was a single mother and it might have been her ‘lucky day.’ Madsen is charged with one count of Fraud Against A Financial Institution (>$500, but not more than $10k), a Class H felony punishable by up to $10,000 in fines and 6 years imprisonment. She is scheduled to make her initial appearance in Polk County Circuit Court on March 14.
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Polk County Marriage Licenses Polk County Marriage Licenses March 1, 2016 Lazaro G. Vazquez and Marian K. Aikin were issued a marriage license on February 25, 2016. Alexander C. Livingston and Nicole C. Paulzine were issued a marriage license on February 22, 2016.
About the crime stories The information in these articles is based on a Probable Cause Report (facts reported by the officer at time of arrest). These alleged incidents are not a reflection of the information brought forth in a formal criminal complaint or formal charge, which may be amended by the district attorney. As always, an arrested person is presumed innocent until convicted by a judge or jury.
Polk County Circuit Court Activity Appearance date: Feb. 9, 2016 Emma Richard Adams, 16, Osceola, driving to fast for conditions, $213.10. Benjamin Thomas Allard, 28, Owatonna, MN, exceeding speed zones (20-24 mph), $225.70. Arland D. Anderson, 77, Dresser, speeding in 55 mph zone (amended to 1-10 mph), $175.30, 3 pts. Tony Lloyd Avery, 34, Centuria, operating while revoked (forfeiture), $200.50; operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50. Kaylyn Marie Ball, 24, Chetek, automobile following too closely, $200.50. Bryan R. Balog, 36, Amery, pleaded not guilty to non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs. Rosann C. Benitez, 56, Turtle Lake, speeding in 55 mph (amended to 1-10 mph), $175.30, 3 pts. Blaise C. Bereiter, 30, Amery, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30. Wyatt James Bergmann, 18, St. Croix Falls, operate motor vehicle without adequate muffler, $175.30. Curtis J. Blaser, 31, St. Croix Falls, fish without license – R, $190.70. Peter M. Carlson, 29, Amery,
pleaded not guilty to speeding in 55 mph zone. Alexander Lee Cottor, 26, Osceola, pleaded not guilty to hit and run – property adjacent to highway and failure to keep vehicle under control. Dave’s Auto Shop, Downing, use dealer plate/vehicle not dealer-owned, $238.30. Jake William Dutcher, 21, Clayton, speeding in 55 mph zone (25-29 mph), $250.90. Chelsea R. Etlicher, 27, Rice Lake, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30; display false vehicle registration plate, $263.50; operating while suspended, $200.50. Cathy Leigh Goelzer, 51, Middletown, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30. Duane A. Gurtner, 50, Balsam Lake, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50; non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30; display unauthorized vehicle registration plate, $238.30. Matthew Allen Hale, 26, Cameron, speeding in 55 mph zone (16-19 mph), $200.50. Jason Nemaire Hall, 20, St. Croix Falls, operate motor vehicle without adequate muffler, $175.30. Bryan Douglas Hansen, 49, Luck, operating while revoked
Amery Area Municipal Court was held on Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2016. The following cases were heard:
mph), $98.80. Shawn M. Larson, 36, Bemidji, MN, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80. Alana A. Martinez, 17, Amery, speeding on city highway (16-19 mph), $124. Roger L. Patrin, 57, Amery, fail to stop at stop sign, $98.80; operator fail to have passenger seatbelted, $10. Charles A. Pedersen, 33, Balsam Lake, operate without valid license, $124. Michael R. Pope, 72, Amery, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.
City of Amery— Brian A. Boldt, 45, Vadnais Heights, MN, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10. Susan K. Cannata, 50, Afton, MN, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80. Eric J. Graham, 33, New Richmond, operate motor vehicle without insurance, $124. Brianne E. Jones, 36, Amery, speeding on city highway (1-10
(forfeiture), $200.50; failure to yield right of way, $175.30. Jillian Lynn Hanson, 34, Grantsburg, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Christopher N. Hard, 33, Clear Lake, fish without license –R, $182.70. Andrew Wayne Hill, 18, Elko, MNM, speeding in 55 mph zone (20-24 mph), $225.70. Lauren Raye Houston, 22, Centuria, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Jacob Scott Johnson, 21, Amery, fail to stop at stop sign, $175.30. Zachary T. Johnson, 27, Jim Falls, pleaded not guilty to speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph). Eric R. Jorgenson, 44, Balsam Lake, pleaded not guilty to place material-feed/attract wild animals. Braden Lawrence Lipke, 21, Barron, pleaded not guilty to non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., vehicle tire protrudes >2 inches beyond, operate vehicle with height modifications. Wes E Lutgen, 46, Stacy, MN, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $200.50. Patrick John Lyons, 33, Donning, failure of operator to no-
tify police of accident, $389.50; failure to keep vehicle under control $213.10; texting while driving, $187.90. Jonathan Edward Maltby, 40, Woodbury, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30. Randy C. Milstead, 26, Dresser, speeding in 55 mph zone (16-19 mph), $200.50; operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50; operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50. Alec K. Mortel, 23, Luck, fish with unattended lines, $182.70. Noah J. Mortel, 18, Luck, fish with unattended lines, $182.70. Isaac J. Muzquiz, 20, Dresser, operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50; driving too fast for conditions, $213.10. Dustin J. Nelson, 45, Balsam Lake, pleaded not guilty to possess deer killed without bow on archer tag; possess/ loan/borrow another’s license. Jon O. Nelson, 44, St. Croix Falls, operating while suspended, $200.50. Ngoc Van Nguyen, 37, Hayward, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30. Jenny L. Nusberger, 36, Balsam Lake, operating while
Amery Municipal Court Joseph T. Raines, 51, Centuria, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80. Cole C. Rasmuson, 17, Baldwin, exceeding speed zones (110 mph), $98.80. Deanna K. Reitz, 27, Amery, speeding on city highway (1115 mph), $98.80. Larry J. Riemenschneider, 75, Amery, fail to stop at stop sign, $98.80. Nathan M. Sigsworth, 39, Amery, operate snowmobile at unreasonable speed, $124. John F. Smith, 60, Amery, non-registration of auto,
$98.80. Mark A. Stephens, 59, New Richmond, fail to stop at stop sign, $98.80. William J. Tylee, 45, Amery, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10 A plea of Not Guilty was entered by the following people: Michael Reynolds, speeding. Joson Christianson, junked vehicles and appliances. Commitment Orders were issued for the following people to spend 1 day in jail for each $50 that
suspended, $200.50. Karen P. Ofelt, 55, Turtle Lake, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph) $175.30. Walter Wayne Osborne, 30, Osceola, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $175.30; operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50. Jared D. Pahl, 23, Merrimac, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30. Daniel Mark Pearson, 51, Clear Lake, pleaded not guilty to non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs. Timera Joel Peterson, 34, Clear Lake, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10; non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30. Andrew James Petree, 33, Goodhue, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30. Philip D. Points, 38, Osceola, display unauthorized vehicle registration plate, $238.30; operate motor vehicle without adequate muffler, $175.30. Travis Robert Pyke, 27, Frederic, pleaded not guilty to operating a motor vehicle without insurance. Blake S. Reber, 30, Dresser, display unauthorized vehicle registration plate, $238.30; speeding in 55 mph zone (16-19 mph), $200.50.
remains unpaid for failure to pay forfeitures: Nathaniel L. Willhite, non-registration and operate without valid license, $311. Tamara M. Anderson, Clear Lake, destruction of property, resist/obstruct, $2,399.94. Christie McGrane, Amery, contributing to truancy, $434. Jesse B. Burdick, New Richmond, theft, $313. Ryan D. Ash, Amery, junked vehicles and appliances, $187.
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Four arrested when stolen TV leads police to Cushing A stolen 32” Samsung TV changed hands several times before it ultimately led authorities to a Cushing home on February 26, resulting in the arrest of four individuals. According to police reports, a confidential informant admitted to trading the stolen television for marijuana, resulting in a search warrant at 2473 295th Avenue in Cushing. D. Hoff While executing that warrant, officials found Donna Hoff, 39, and Ronald Hoff, 49. In a bedroom that Donna admitted to being hers, officers found an array of drug paraphernalia including a several pipes with meth residue, suspected drug notes, loose c u r r e n c y, straws, and plastic containers. Also R. Hoff found was male and female clothing, and Ronald’s phone with a text message from Donna stating, “we’re (explitive).” The evidence at hand resulted in the couple being arrested for possession of meth and drug paraphernalia. Authorities also found Michael S. Roatch, 52, the owner of the property, in the upstairs of the home. In a bedroom that Roatch admitted to sharing with his wife, authorities recovered 85 grams of marijuana and three plastic baggies. They also found the stolen 32” Samsung TV, a Remington 30-06 rifle leaning against the wall
by the bed, along with two loaded magazines of ammunition. A more thorough search of the home recovered in excess of eleven othM. Roatch er fi rearms and a large amount of ammunition. Roatch is a convicted felon from a previous drug-related conviction, and as such, is not allowed to own or possess firearms. Roatch was arrested on charges of possession of marijuana, receiving stolen property, and felon in possession of a E. Roatch firearm. Elsewhere on the property was a mobile home where authorities found 32-year-old Eugene Roatch, who admitted to living in the trailer. Officers found more meth and meth paraphernalia inside. Eugene admitted that it all belonged to him, and was also arrested on charges of possession of meth and meth paraphernalia. The information contained in this article is based on information provided in a Probable Cause Report (facts reported by the officer at time of arrest). These alleged incidents are not a reflection of the information brought forth in a formal criminal complaint or formal charge, which may be amended by the district attorney. As always, an arrested person is presumed innocent until convicted by a judge or jury.
Polk County Divorces Filed Robert L. Helbig, 46, Amery and Jennifer R. Helbig, Somerset fi led for divorce on February 15, 2016. Kimberly A. Carnine, 24, Amery and Jacob A. Carnine, 25, Balsam Lake fi led for divorce on February 17, 2016. Amber L. Ascheman, 39, Osceola and William A. Ascheman, 44, Osceola fi led
for divorce on February 23, 2016. Danielle M. Johnson, 24, St. Croix Falls and Joshua D. Johnson, 25, Deer Park fi led for divorce on February 25, 2016. Joseph A. Bergerron, 38, Centuria and Trixie L. Farr, 22, Gainsville, Florida fi led for divorce on February 26, 2016.
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Reports in Support of Probable Cause Polk County Sheriff’s Department Monday, February 29, 2016 Branden R. Warner, 35, Osceola was arrested February 21 for OWI 4th. Andrew J. Nystrom, 30, homeless was arrested February 23 for Warrant FTA. Arynn A. Taxdahl, 18, Amery was arrested on February 23 for Municipal Warrant. Shawn L. Deering, 38, Osceola was arrested on February 23 for Probation Hold. Kevin D. Strenke, 32, Luck was arrested on February 24 for Polk County Body Only Warrant, and DOC Warrant. Nicholas J. Mcpheeters, 27, St. Croix Falls was arrested on February 25 for Polk Co. Warrant. Tyler R. Chute, 24, Balsam Lake was arrested on February 26 for Probation Hold. Matthew O. Hoff Jr., 38, Amery was arrested on February 27 for Probation Hold. September R. Weber-Mancuso, 20, Amery was arrested on February 27 for Warrant FTA. Joyce M. Burhans, 53, Luck was arrested on February 28 for Out-of-county Warrant (Sawyer). Ckyle L. Gill, 47, Frederic was arrested on February 28 for Probation Hold.
Jada K. Johnson, 17, Amery was arrested on February 21 for Disorderly Conduct. Felix A. Hernandez, 26, Osceola was arrested on February 22 for Domestic Disorderly Conduct, Domestic Battery. Jason D. Myhre, 22, Amery was arrested on February 23 for Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Possession of Marijuana. Autumn A. Rehling, 17, Amery was arrested on February 23 for Bail Jumping (felony), Possession of THC, and Possession of Paraphernalia. Charles D. Klocker, 31, Dresser was arrested on February 22 for Domestic Disorderly Conduct. Nicholas T. Goodwin, 34, Comstock was arrested on February 25 for Battery (Domestic) and Damage to property. Travis W. Hoisington, 32, Osceola was arrested on February 25 for Domestic Disorderly Conduct. Jason W. Friel, 24, Webster was arrested on February 26 for Disorderly Conduct. Blake B. Frenning, 26, St. Croix Falls was arrested on February 26 for Possession of THC (2nd) and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Carl J. Zappa, 27, St. Croix
Falls was arrested on February 26 for Disorderly Conduct. Jason E. Wendelboe, 47, Frederic was arrested on February 21 for Bail Jumping (Misd). Brandon J. Denver, 18, Milltown was arrested on February 26 for Domestic Disorderly Conduct. Donna R. Hoff, 39, Cushing was arrested on February 26 for Possession of Methamphetamine, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Ronald W. Hoff, 49, Cushing was arrested on February 26 for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Possession of Methamphetamine. Eugene T. Roatch, 32, Cushing was arrested on February 26 for Possession of Methamphetamine, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Michael S. Roatch, 52, Cushing was arrested on February 26 for Possession of a Firearm by Felon, Receiving Stolen Property, and Possession of Marijuana. Lynn M. Krueger, 56, Milltown was arrested on February 27 for Bail Jumping (felony). Dena L. Scalzo, 43, Balsam Lake was arrested on February 28 for Felony Bond Violation.
Amery Police Department Incident Report 02/19/1602/26/16 02/19/16, 8:02AM, Police responded to a minor accident in the school driveway. 02/19/16, 12:47AM, Police responded to check the wellbeing and mental state of an individual after report of suicidal statements. 02/19/16, 1:44PM, Police responded to a local business for a call of an intoxicated person that reported overdosing on medication. 02/19/16, 9:50PM, Police responded to a report of erratic driver. Driver was located and arrested for Operating While Intoxicated, Operating After Revocation and had open containers inside the vehicle. 02/19/16, 10:15PM, Police dispatched to ARMC for suicide attempt. 02/20/16, 6:22PM, Police dispatched to ARMC for a welfare check on an individual requiring placement in rehab facility. 02/20/16, 10:55PM, Police responded to local business motion alarm. 02/21/16, 04:15AM, Police responded and assisted EMS with injured individual who had fallen. 02/21/16, 04:46PM, Police responded to an out of control elder at ARMC Behavioral
Health. 02/21/16, 08:00PM, Police responded and assisted with individual who had fallen until EMS arrived. 02/22/16, 08:50AM, Police dispatched to check the wellbeing of an elderly resident. 02/22/16, 11:14AM, Police responded to Behavioral Health for a disturbance. 02/22/16, 04:12PM, Police responded to Behavioral Health to assist staff. 02/23/16, 03:13AM, Police responded to Behavioral Health for alarm check. 02/23/16, 11:06AM, Police responded to disturbance at the school. 02/23/16, 3:15PM, Police made contact with a subject with a valid warrant and was arrested. 02/23/16, 6:28PM, Police assisted with a keep the peace at a property exchange. 02/23/16, 08:22, Police assisted an outside agency with an animal call and placement of the animal with Arnell. 02/24/16, 12:37AM, Police assisted EMS with lift assist due to icy conditions. 02/24/16, 08:00AM, Police responded to the school for theft issues. 02/24/16, 03:30PM, Amery Police assisted the Polk County Sheriff Department with drug investigation.
02/24/16, 05:30PM, Police made contact with subject with a valid warrant. Bond was paid and subject was released. 02/24/16, 06:15PM, Police made contact with subject with a valid warrant through Polk County. Subject was arrested and transported to Polk County Jail. 02/24/16, 06:45PM, Police responded to and investigated drug activity. 02/24/16, 07:40PM, Police responded to 217 Deronda St. for a minor two car accident. 02/25/16, 10:45PM, Police responded to and investigated drug activity. Arrested: Joel Ramirez, 53, Amery, was arrested for OWI 3rd, Operating after revocation, and possession of open intoxicants in a motor vehicle. Ramirez was transported to Polk County Jail. Arynn Taxdahl, 18, Amery, was unable to post bond for delinquent municipal citations. Taxdahl was transported to Polk County Jail. Kevin Strenke, 32, Luck, was arrested for Polk County felony active warrants. Strenke was transported to Polk County Jail.
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105 Years Ago March 2, 1911 Box Ball News Chas. Haugen won the fine silver cigar bottle given by the management of the Box Ball Parlors by rolling a score of 157 beating the score held by W. R. Nichols of 152. Mrs. S. L. Pennington received the prize last week for lady bowlers with a score of 125 and also holds high score so far this week of 112. The management will give another beautiful prize for the month of March and will have it on exhibition within the next few days.
85 Years Ago March 5, 1931 Superior May Lose Street Cars A hearing on the proposed abandonment of the trolley system at Superior will be held in the U. S. District Court at Superior Saturday of this week. The hearing will be before Judge Baltzell of Indianapolis. The proposed abandonment of the street railway sysYesterday’s tem is said to be an outcome News of the compeDiane Stangl tition of motor busses and taxis.
H. A. Aune Missing H. A. Aune, assemblyman from St. Croix County has been missing since last week and it is feared that he has committed suicide. He left a note stating that his body would be found in a lake at Madison and has not been seen since. He was formerly a resident of Polk County and is well known here.
Shoots Large Wild Cat Peter Ruck of Balsam Lake shot a large wild cat east of Blake Lake on the flowage and had it on display at the Anderson store at Balsam Lake the first of the week.
75 Years Ago March 6, 1941 Chief Burman and Sheriff Moore Search for Elderly Woman The southwestern section of Polk County was in a stir last Thursday afternoon in a widespread hunt for Mrs. Kari Evenson, formerly of the Garfield community, who is living with her daughter, Mrs. Ben Teske, in New Richmond. Mrs. Evenson, nearly 90 years of age, was resting Wednesday, apparently suffering no ill effects from her exposure to the cold weather. The aged woman, somewhat childish and too feeble to travel far by herself, apparently had wandered from the Teske home, and had been given a ride to Star Prairie by a motorist.
Entire Student Body of AHS in 1903 This is a photo of the entire student body of Amery High School back in 1903. The photo belonged to Dr. F. H. Magney of Duluth. Pictured front row from left are: Pearl Severance, Lucy Jewett, Nettie Howe, Cassie Griffin, Alta Kinney, Ethel Robinson, Lillie Burman, Alma Rockney, Bertha Phillips and Eddie Barboo. Second row from left: Ray Pinn, George Colburn, Fred Hetu, Dr. Magney, Ray Babcock, Flossie Curtiss, Silas Corey, Ira Webb and Harry Robinson. Third row from left: Bill Griffin, Sam Brown, Ralph Jones, Lola Leavitt, Principal Nash, Carrie Clemens, Alvin Mahre, Charlie Abbott, Alice Roos and Magna Stromberg.
Sheriff Jim Moore was soon called and he organized a posse for the search, including Deputy Sherman (Chief of Police, too) Carl Burman of Amery. They found Mrs. Evenson in a barn just north of Star Prairie about 9:30 Thursday night. She apparently had wandered across fields from Star Prairie. Sheriff Moore used about 12 cars in the search. Mrs. Teske, joining in the search, also suffered somewhat from the cold.
70 Years Ago March 7, 1946 Gasoline Truck Catches Fire Monday on H What could have been one gigantic explosion, ended tamely enough Monday afternoon when the Amery Equity Coop gasoline truck caught fire out on County Trunk H. Waldo Boehner, driver of the truck, was unaware of the fire driving down the road until a car tooted its horn and caused him to look back and see the entire half of the truck in flames. It apparently started from a battery, which had cables attached to it and was sitting in the rack of the truck. While the fire, flamed quite high, an empty gasoline compartment and the other compartments filled with fuel oil, failed to burn or explode.
There’s Trouble A’Brewing on Birch Street Business establishments along Keller Avenue had best look to their laurels. The Birch street gang held a meeting recently and adopted the following resolutions: “That in view of the threatening encroachment of various and sundry merchants on main street into the larger sphere of big business with a threatening attitude towards changing the Wall Street of Amery from Birch street to that little-known thoroughfare, Keller avenue. It is hereby resolved that the residents of Birch Street do hereby organize in order to protect, defend and promote the best in-
terests of the true main street of Amery – Birch Street. “In view of the tremendous success of the first resolution a second resolution was adopted, whereby it was resolved that a committee investigate the long standing argument as to the negligent error in paving and lighting Keller Avenue in preference to Birch street, the heart of the loop. “A further committee was appointed to determine why the taxes of the Birch street residents should not be lowered in view of the fact that there is no snow removal program on Birch Street. They were also instructed to determine why the Coop Oil should not be reimbursed by city funds for the lighting of lower Birch Street.” (Editors Note: Can anyone direct me to Birch Street?)
Could Anyone Use 12 Pair of Nylons? The answer to the above question could only be “yes.” Well, here’s a fairly simple way to secure the 12 pair of nylon hose, and it is also an idea on how to secure housing. One businessman of Amery received in the mail the other day, a postal card offering 12 pair of nylon hose for information leading to the rental of a house, apartment or duplex. Incidentally, the card was mimeographed which would lead one to believe that it had quite wide distribution. (Editor’s Note: Just in case my landlord reads this item, we’re only kidding. He probably hasn’t the nylons anyway.)
60 Years Ago February 23, 1956 Narrowly Escapes Injury in Mishap Oliver Baillargeon lost his shirt last Thursday –luckily! Losing one’s shirt is seldom considered joyful news, but it certainly was in this case. Instead of a torn and tattered shirt and jacket, Oliver might have had a maimed and broken body in the few seconds it took
the shaft of a manure spreader to rip his clothes to shreds. Fortunately, only a bruise and a stiff leg resulted. Oliver was unloading cob corn using the apron on the spreader when the wind blew the corner of his jacket into a shaft, swinging him around and tearing his lined overall jacket and shirt to shreds. He was working alone at the time – about 6 p.m. It was not the power takeoff shaft, which did the damage but another shaft, which was open. “That shaft should be covered,” Oliver declared. “Mine’s going to be covered, I know,” he emphatically added. “It felt just like someone had grabbed my jacket and gave it a quick jerk,” Mr. Baillargeon recalled. One little bruise on his shoulder and a stiff leg were the only injuries he suffered. The beater was not running at the time – just the apron. “It was a good thing I had the tractor running fast,” he said. As a result, he was quickly thrown clear of the shaft.
55 Years Ago March 2, 1961 Mildest Winter on Record… Not at All! So you think this winter is a record-breaker! T’aint necessarily so…if some records from the books of C. E. Christenson, Deer Park community farmer, can be taken into consideration. A person who constantly posts temperatures, weather conditions and other pertinent data about each day, farmer Christenson has come along with some interesting facts about the mildest winter on record for the Midwest. What one was it? This will set you back a few y ears – It was the winter of 1877-1878. “I can remember John Gunderson telling me about it when I first moved to this country – he used to live on what is now the Hartman Hanson farm,” commented Christenson recalling a portion of the history
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about the fabulous winter away back when. In his collection of data on the year in a letter taken from the mail forum of the St. Paul papers written by a J. M. Drew that graphically describes the winter. Below is quoted from that source: “The winter of 1877-’78 was a very mild winter with almost no snow. There was no sleighing all winter. On Christmas of that year, there was a well-attended steamboat excursion from Winona on the Mississippi. “The ground was not frozen for my father worked all Christmas day to harrow a piece of new breaking. A party of us played croquet at a neighbor’s house and our hostess served ice cold lemonade to the players. “On Feb. 17 of that winter a neighbor of ours in Rollingstone Valley sowed wheat in a field on the south side of the bluff. On March 7, I picked wild flowers on the south slope of a hill. “At the time we had our wheat seeding nearly done but a ‘robin snow’ put a stop to seeding and the job was not finished until well along in April.” Coldest weather in his records was recorded in 1936 when temperatures never reached zero for 40 days. Highest winter temperature was 51 in February, 1951.
50 Years Ago March 3, 1966 Petitioning for Ballot on Sunday Tavern Opening If present plans are carried to culmination, the city of Amery residents will vote their desires related in the community asking upon the question of taverns being opened on Sunday. Petitions are now being circulated that the city council provide the electorate an opportunity to express themselves on the issue. While such a vote here has no legal standing, it would undoubtedly influence the council to act on the matter to conform with the wishes of the majority. The last test of this 23-yearold ban on Sunday sipping was held April 7, 1953, when the citizens voted to retain the abstinence ordinance by a vote of 392 to 69.
40 Years Ago March 2, 1976 Armed Robbers Steal Narcotics Three masked bandits carrying pistols and a sawed-off shotgun broke into the Barron Memorial Hospital early Monday, bound the staff with tape and escaped with the hospital’s entire supply of narcotics in two, 20 pound burlap bags. Police said hospital officials were checking records to determine the amount and value of the drugs stolen, and the Barron county sheriff’s department was assisting local authorities in the investigation.
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Polk County amends shoreland zoning rules BY SUZANNE LINDGREN EDITOR@OSCEOLASUN.COM
Polk County’s CDRE committee amended its Shoreland Protection Zoning Ordinance Feb. 17 to meet new state requirements established by Act 55. The act, authored by Assembly Rep. Adam Jarchow (R—Balsam Lake), mandates that Wisconsin counties’ shoreline zoning restrictions be no more stringent than the state’s. The law allows more leeway for renovations and additions to houses built near waterways before current setback rules were put in place. It also allows new structures to be built within the setback area when neighboring homes are closer. Polk County officials opposed Act 55 before its passage (as part of the state budget) last July, saying the law eroded local control and limited the county’s ability to protect its waterways. The county also asked for repeal of the act after it was
passed. The DNR has given initial approval of the changes. The agency is also reviewing more comprehensive zoning changes to which these will be added. The broader set of rules will be instituted in September. New bills are circulating in Madison that, if passed, could further affect local zoning regulations.
(Right) Polk County properties affected by shoreland zoning changes. Polk County amended its Shoreland Protection Zoning Ordinance Feb. 17 to meet new state requirements established by Act 55.
Downing man dies in one-vehicle crash BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
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A one-vehicle crash that occurred south of Amery in Black Brook township early Saturday morning claimed the life of 21-year-old Chazz Hiben of Downing.
Clear Lake woman’s death ruled accidental BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
Polk County authorities responded to a report of an unconscious woman found in her barn in the Town of Blackbrook just shortly after 5 p.m. on February 22. According to the Polk County Sheriff’s Department, Ann Dahl, 55, of 400 block of 65th St. in Clear Lake (Town of Black Brook) was found unconscious (deceased) in the barn. She was transported to ARMC via ambulance and pronounced deceased at the hospital. Dahl had been found by a family member after she failed to return to the house after going out to the barn to feed her animals. The investigation showed that the injuries were consistent with an accidental death from a fall while working with large hay bales stacked next to where she was found.
Polk County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of an overturned vehicle in the ditch on STH 46 north of 35th Avenue in Black Brook Township early Saturday morning. On the fi rst officer’s arrival, a small fi re was observed in the vehicle, which the officer was able to extinguish. The officer located one occupant in the vehicle with no signs of life. The investigation of the crash scene found that Chazz L. Hiben (21) of Downing, Wis. was traveling northbound on STH 46 at a very high rate of speed when he lost control of his vehicle, a 1998 Jeep
Grand Cherokee. The Hiben vehicle began to rotate in a counter clockwise direction and left the west side of the roadway. The vehicle then overturned, striking trees in the ditch where the vehicle came to rest. Hiben was extricated from the vehicle and was pronounced dead by the Polk County Medical Examiner. Alcohol and speed are believed to be contributing factors in this crash. The Sheriff’s Office was assisted by Amery Police, Fire and EMS at the crash scene. This crash remains under investigation by the Polk County Sheriff and Medical Examiner’s Offices.
Report finds noncompliance with ignition interlock devices MADISON, Wis. (AP) —Wisconsin judges have ordered tens of thousands of ignition interlock devices installed on the vehicles of convicted drunken drivers over the past several years. But state Department of Transportation figures show that just over half of the defendants involved have had the devices in-
stalled in their vehicles. WISCTV reports that nearly 54,350 devices were ordered to be installed on the vehicles of convicted offenders, while only about 30,750 of the devices were issued. The installers that contract with the state report when the ignition interlock devices are installed, and the device itself is
monitored. Offenders who don’t fulfi ll their sentence and install the devices will receive a traffic citation if they’re caught, but it’s not considered a crime under state law.
Health officials link E-coli to River Falls sprouts RIVER FALLS, Wis. (AP) — Health officials are warning consumers about an E. coli outbreak linked to alfalfa sprouts produced by a River Falls company. But, the owner of Jack & The Green Sprouts owner says E. coli and salmonella testing of its product and facility have been negative.
The Minnesota Department of Health says seven people in Minnesota and two people in Wisconsin have been infected with the same strain of E. coli. Officials say eight of the nine were exposed to the company’s sprouts at a variety of locations, including grocery stores and co-ops and restaurants.
Jack & The Green Sprouts owner Joe Mahoney said Thursday the company will voluntarily recall its alfalfa and alfalfa onion products ``out of an abundance of caution.’’ Mahoney says he couldn’t quantify the number of batches involved.
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AREA CHURCHES AMERY FREE LUTHERAN, 1 mile west of golf course on CTH F, Eric Christenson, pastor www.ameryflc.org Every Sunday: 9 a.m. Sunday school for ages 3-103; 10:15 a.m. Worship Service. APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY, 942 Hwy. 8, Amery Justin Hosking, pastor Wednesday: 5:30 p.m. Youth One-Way Club; 8 p.m. Bible Study and Prayer meeting. Thursday: 9:30 a.m. White Cross; 12:30 p.m Women’s Ministries. Friday: 8:45 a.m. M.O.P.S. Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday school for all ages; 10:15 a.m. Coffee & Fellowship; 10:30 a.m. Worship/Children’s Church. BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery Matt Saarem, pastor Wednesday, March 2: 9 a.m. Bible Study; 6 p.m. Soup Supper at Balsam; 7 p.m. Lenten service at Balsam. Thursday, March 3: 9:30 a.m. Prayer Meeting. Sunday, March 6: 8:30 a.m Sunday Youth Sessions; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Coffee; 9:30 a.m. Finance Committee; 9:30 a.m. Birthday Sunday; 10:15 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion. Tuesday, March 8: 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, March 2: 3:30 p.m. Homework & Hangout; 6 p.m. Lenten Meal; 6:30 p.m. Lenten service; 7:15 p.m. Choir. Thursday, March 3: 5:30 p.m. Women’s Bible; 6 p.m. CIA Board. Sunday, March 6: 8:30 a.m. The Story - Education Hour; 8:30 a.m. L-1 Confirmation; 10 a.m. Worship. Tuesday, March 8: 6:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 10 a.m. The Story - Adult. DEER PARK UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 9:45 a.m. Worship. DERONDA LUTHERAN, 1239 65th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, March 2: 5:30 p.m. Parish Meal and Intergenerational Activity at Deronda; 6-6:45 p.m. JAM and Confirmation at Deronda; 7 p.m. Worship at Deronda. Thursday, March 3: 9 a.m Quilting. Friday, March 4: 9:30 a.m. World Day of Prayer at Little Falls. Sunday, March 6: 8 a.m. Worship; 9 a.m. 95th Birthday celebration for Clarence Delawyer. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.deronda church.net EAST BALSAM BAPTIST, 1816 108th St./CTH I, Balsam Lake, Gabriel Brennan, pastor www.eastbalsam.org 715-857-5411 Sunday: 9 a.m. Worship service; 10:30 a.m. Sunday school. Tuesday: Women’s Ministry; 9 a.m. Bible Study. EAST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, south of Amery on Hwy. 46 then west on 20th Ave., Kathy Pennington, pastor Wednesday, March 2: 6 p.m. Supper; 7 p.m. Service; 7:45 p.m. Choir. Thursday, March 3: 1:30 pm. Women’s Group at Willow Ridge. Saturday, March 5: 8 a.m. Men’s Group at Ida Mae’s. Sunday, March 6: 9:30 a.m. GIFT; 10:30 a.m. Worship. Tuesday, March 8: 6:30 p.m. Book Discussion. EAST LINCOLN ALLIANCE, 735 70th Ave., Amery 715-268-2350 www.eastlincolnalliance.com Eric Danielson and Randy Schussman, pastors Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Prayer Meeting; 9:15 a.m. Sunday school and Adult Bible Studies; 10:30 a.m. Worship service. Child Care and Children’s church are provided during worshp service. Wednesday: 6-8 p.m. Youth Group meets (6th-12th grade) Small groups meet throughout the week. Contact the church office for further details. EL SALEM BAPTIST/TWIN FALLS CHRISTIAN CENTER, Dresser, Darryl R. Olson, pastor Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday school; 10:35 a.m. Worship; 6 p.m. Sunday evening. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bible Study.
ELIM LUTHERAN, Range, Matt Saarem, pastor Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Worship. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 301 1st Ave. East, Balsam Lake , Diane Norstad, pastor Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday worship; 10:40 a.m. Sunday school. Wednesday evening Confirmation classes. FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 134 Prentice St. S, Clayton Margaret Grant, pastor Sunday: 9:45 a.m. Worship; 10:45 a.m. Fellowship. Wednesday: 6 p.m. Church School. Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 p.m. Mission Quilting Tuesdays 9 a.m. FIRST BAPTIST, 131 Broadway St., Amery Charlie Butt, lead pastor, Nick Buda, associate pastor churchoffice@fbcamery.org Sunday: One service 9-10:15 a.m. Nursery is available for ages 0-3; 10:30-11:30 a.m. All Ages Sunday School (nursery available for ages 0-3). Monday: 1:30-2:30 Moms in Prayer Group (until end of school year). Saturday: 7-8 a.m. Men’s Bible Study at Ida Mae’s. FIRST LUTHERAN, 240 Elm St., Amery Tim Bjorge, pastor Wednesday, March 2: 6 p.m. Supper; 7 pm. Worship; 7:30 p.m. Hi League. Thursday, March 3: 8 a.m. Bible Study at Ida’s; 8:30 a.m. Quilters; 7 p.m. Al Anon. Friday, March 4: 9:30 a.m. World Day of Prayer at Little Falls Lutheran. Saturday, March 5: 9 a.m. First Communion. Sunday, March 6: 9 a.m. Worship; 10:15 a.m. Sunday School. Tuesday, March 8: 6:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study; 8:30 a.m Property Committee; 11 a.m. Evergreen; 6:30 p.m. Worship committee. FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Wednesday, March 2: 1 p.m. Evening Stars at church; 6 p.m. Soup; 7 p.m. Lenten Service. March 4 and 5: Confirmation Retreat. Saturday, March 5: 7 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; Creative Ministry Conference. Sunday, March 6: 8:30 a.m. Contemporary worship with Communion; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship; 9:40 a.m. Sunday School; 10 a.m. Traditional Worship with Communion; 11 a.m. Fellowship; 11 a.m. First Communion Class; 4-6 p.m. Girl Scouts. Monday, March 7: 7 p.m. Compassionate Friends. Tuesday, March 8: 9 a.m. Quilting; 9 a.m Pastor at Clergy 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. GRACE LUTHERAN - WELS, 460 4th St., Clear Lake, 715-263-2164 Ellery W. Groth, pastor Sunday service 10:15 a.m. (November-March); 9 a.m. Sunday school Bible Class Thursday morning 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Thursday evening. Ladies Aid 2nd Thursday of month 2:30 p.m. Wednesday: 5 p.m. Supper; 5:45 p.m. Lenten services. HOLY TRINITY ORTHODOX, 511 1st St., Clayton, 715-948-2493 htoc@amerytel.net Chris Wojcik, pastor Sundays: 9:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy. HOLY TRINITY UNITED METHODIST, 1606 165th Ave., Centuria, on CTH I between Balsam Lake and Centuria Freddie Kirk, pastor Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Worship. IMMANUEL EV. LUTHERAN (LCMS), 124 E. Church St., Clayton ImmLCLCMS@centurytel.net 715-541-2955 Gregory Becker, pastor Sunday: 9 a.m. Divine Worship. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Family Christian Education. IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, 65th Ave., rural Clayton Margaret Grant, pastor Immanuel: 8:30 a.m. Worship. LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN, 1272 44th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, March 2: 5:30 p.m. Lenten Supper/Intergenerational Activity at Deronda; 6 p.m. JAM and Confirmation at Deronda; 7 p.m. Lent Worship at Deronda. Thursday, March 3: 9 a.m. Quilting. Friday, March 4: 9:30 am. World Day of Prayer here. Sunday, March 6: 9:30 a.m. Worship. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.little fallschurch.net LIVING WORD CHAPEL, Hwy 64 at Forest Randy Dean, pastor Sunday: 8:45-9:45 a.m. Sunday school; 10 am. Main service. Wednesday: 7:30 pm. Adults and Teen Ministry.
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“At that time Jesus, full of joy through the Holy Spirit, said, ‘I praise you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because you have hidden these things from the wise and learned, and revealed them to little children.” —Luke 10:21 NIV
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he shortest verse in the Bible—at least in the English translations— is found in the Gospel of John: “Jesus wept.” ( John 11:35) The eleventh chapter of John’s gospel recounts the death and rising from the dead of Lazarus, when Jesus was moved to tears by the death of his friend Lazarus and by the tears of Lazarus’s sister, Martha. Though short in length, this small verse is important, because we realize that Jesus was moved deeply by natural human sympathy. Having the soul of divinity did not preclude him from experiencing very real human emotions. Yes, even Jesus was prone to the spasms of emotion that overcome us when our bodies cannot contain the overflow of our spirits. He wept also over Jerusalem, as he entered it in the last days of his life, prophesying of its destruction, and perhaps weeping over the fact that this great city should become a scene of bloodshed and strife for centuries to come. (Luke 19:41-44) The next verses in Luke show Jesus becoming angry and driving out the sellers in the temple. There are many times when Jesus expressed righteous anger or compassionate sorrow, but we should not forget that he also rejoiced. – Christopher Simon
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DEATH NOTICES Darlene Marie Shepard age 55, of Amery, Wisconsin passed away on February 25, 2016 at her home. A visitation will be held from 4 -7 p.m. Wednesday, March 2,2016 at the Williamson~White Funeral Home in Amery with a prayer service at 6:30 p.m. Arrangements were entrusted to the Williamson-White Funeral Home in Amery, Wisconsin. To view an online guest book please visit www. williamsonwhite.com Lester C. Frank, 82, Clear Lake, died Sunday, Feb. 28, at Golden Age Manor in Amery. Memorial service will be on Friday, March 4, at 11 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church in Clear Lake. Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m. on Thursday at the Scheuermann Funeral Home, Clear Lake, and also the hour before services at the church on Friday. Spring burial will be in the Clear Lake Cemetery. Scheuermann Funeral Home, Clear Lake, is handling the arrangements. Elaine M. Cress, 94, Clear Lake, died Monday, Feb. 29, at her home. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 5, from St. John’s Catholic Church in Clear Lake. Interment will be at the Clear Lake Cemetery. Visitation will be on Friday, March 4, from 4-7 p.m. at the Scheuermann Funeral Home of Clear Lake with Parish Prayer Service at 7 p.m. and also the hour before services at the church on Saturday. Scheuermann Funeral Home of Clear Lake is handling the arrangements.
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Lyle Arland Fox, 84, died Friday, February 26th, 2016 at Regions Hospital in St Paul, MN after complications from pneumonia and chronic heart and kidney disease. Lyle was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Clyde, Virgil and Howard Fox; sisters Norma Moe and Artis Brown, and great granddaughter Hannah Rose Hahn. Lyle leaves behind his loving wife of 64 years, Bernice. They would have celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary on March 3rd, 2016. Lyle also leaves behind his son, David (Bonnie) Fox and daughter, Sue (Tom) McElfresh. Grandchildren Heather (Jeff) Hahn, Nicole (Adam) Majeske, Karolyn (Tony) Worrell and Patrick (Nicky) McElfresh, Jacquie (Chris) Schlosser. As well as 9 loving great grandsons, Nicholas & Zachary Hahn; Sam, Markus, & Sawyer Majeske; Levi & Micah Worrell, and Colin & Connor McEflresh. Also surviving are his brothers: Merlin (Nan) Fox and George Fox; sisters: Barbara Johnson, Betty (Chuck) Hansen and Maryann (Dan) Gathje and other relatives and friends. Born January 19th, 1932, the son of Stanley and Edna, Lyle was raised on a farm near Kennedy Mill in Amery, WI. He graduated from Amery High School in 1950 and married his high school sweetheart, Bernice in 1951. He was a lifetime resident of Amery, WI. Lyle & Bernice bought a farm near Volga school in Amery, WI where they milked cows and Lyle drove milk truck for 7 years. Then Lyle worked for NSP as a lineman for 14 years. He returned to dairy farming until they sold the farm in 1979, then went back to hauling milk. Lyle then became the greens keeper at Amery and Glenwood City golf courses. One look at his own lawn, you would know he is great at growing grass. Lyle returned to hauling milk until he was diagnosed with bone cancer. Lyle battled against the odds and beat it. Twice. He was a 25 year cancer survivor. When he was ill, he would always say how grateful it was him and not one of the kids or grandkids. Lyle & Bernice are lifetime members of Balsam Lutheran Church, where Lyle served on the church council for many years. Lyle preferred to spend much of his day outdoors. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, cutting wood, and working on his tractors or any small engines. Lyle and Bernice enjoyed traveling together, frequenting Branson, Missouri and also visiting Nashville, Florida, and enjoyed an Alaskan cruise. For Lyle, time with his family and friends was precious. He was an extraordinary Grandpa and Great Grandpa, specializing in bedtime story creation and story and joke telling. To his grandkids, he was a professional singer and whistler. He always wore suspenders and gave the best hugs. His smile was bigger than any other, and his eyes showed kindness and love. Lyle was known for his unique “poof” at the end of his snore. Even into his late 70’s, when a great grandson was visiting, Lyle would carefully get down on the floor and play with his boys. Lyle touched many lives and leaves a legacy of strength, courage, humility, and unconditional love. Although it’s hard to say goodbye, we were blessed with many years of love, laughter, and wonderful memories with this very special man we called Dad, Grandpa, and Great Grandpa. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 1, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. from Balsam Lutheran Church in rural Amery. There was visitation at the Williamson-White Funeral Home on Monday from 4 to 7 p.m. and for the hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will be at the Fox Cemetery in rural Amery. To sign an online guest and view a video tribute go to www.williamsonwhite.com. The Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Amery assisted the family.
Audrey Humlie-Peterson, 92, passed away on February 15, 2016 in Amery, Wisconsin. Audrey lived a long life that was characterized by her love of people, teaching and enjoining the beauty of God’s creation. She leaves behind family and friends that loved her and were privileged to have had her in their lives. Audrey was born on August 30, 1923 in Canby, Minnesota, the fi fth daughter of the Reverend Omar and Mary Brenne. She graduated from St Olaf College and began an over thirty year career as an English teacher in the Wisconsin school system. On Sept 1, 1946 she married the Reverend Peter H.A. Humlie and served with him in parishes located in Oregon, Iowa, Wisconsin and North Dakota. Over 15 years of this ministry was spent in Beloit, Wisconsin where Rev Humlie served St Paul Lutheran Church and Audrey taught English at Lincoln Junior High School and Aldridge Middle School. After leaving Beloit she lived in Hettinger, ND, Hazen, ND, Williston, ND, Mesa, Az, and Amery Wi. Her husband Peter passed away in June 1989. In November 1991, Audrey married her high school classmate Robert A. Peterson and together they travelled and enjoyed each other’s company until Robert died in July 2008. In 2009, Audrey moved to Amery, Wisconsin where she lived independently in the Evergreen Village Senior apartments until her death. Audrey is preceded in Death by her mother and father, four sisters, and two husbands, Reverend Peter Humlie and Robert A Peterson. She is survived by five children, G. Peter Humlie (Carol) of Amery, Wi, John Humlie (Carol) of Hartford, Wi, Christian Humlie (Carol) of Lake Tomahawk, Wi, Matthew Humlie (Pat) of Gig Harbor, Wa, and Julie Cass (James) of Hayward, Wi, 10 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. The family is planning a memorial service to be held in Amery later in the spring. Audrey enjoyed the springtime in Wisconsin with its many flowers and birds, so it is appropriate to plan a celebration of her life for this time of renewal and recreation. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Evergreen Village, 611 S Harriman, Amery, Wi, 54001. Please mention : In Memory of Audrey Peterson.
Anne Marie Dahl was born October 20, 1959 in Amery, Wisconsin. She was the third child of Ingvald and Shirley Dahl. Anne lived on the family farm in Clear Lake, Wisconsin until her unexpected death on February 22, 2016. She graduated from Clear Lake High School in 1978. She raised beef cattle, dogs, and chickens and enjoyed gardening. She also worked other jobs at Andersen Windows in Bayport, Lake Country Dairy in Turtle Lake and Sanmina in Turtle Lake. Anne was preceded in death by her parents Ingvald and Shirley Dahl, sister Sharon Dahl, aunts Marian Whitmer, Opal Brown and Clara Dahl, uncles Ed Dahl, Melvin Dahl, Arne Dahl and John Dahl. Anne is loved and missed by her sisters Karen and Linda, her brother David and nephews Derrick and Bryant Dahl, and nieces Nicole Dahl and Angela Nelson and her aunt Ardys Whitmer. A celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, March 5th, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. at Our Saviors Lutheran Church, 217 Deronda St., Amery, WI 54001. There will be visitation for the hour prior to the service at the church. All are welcome. You may sign an online guest book at www.williamsonwhite.com. The Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services assisted the family.
Church cuts ties with Appleton Boy Scouts APPLETON, Wis. (AP) —Boy Scouts in Appleton will have to find a new location for weekly meetings and other events. Faith Lutheran Church has been the chartering organization for the scouts for about 60 years. WBAYTV says Faith Lutheran has notified the Boy Scouts that its beliefs no longer align with the church and that it will need a new location by June 1.
Faith belongs to the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod which has advised its thousands of churches to cut ties with the Boy Scouts following its decision to accept openly gay adult leaders. The Appleton Boy Scouts council says the overwhelming majority of its members, families and chartered organizations remain committed to scouting.
Walker approval rating remains below 40 percent MADISON, Wis. (AP) —Gov. Scott Walker's approval ratings remain stagnant more than six months after he dropped out of the presidential race, according to a Marquette University Law School poll released Thursday. The poll shows Walker's approval rating stands at 39 percent. Surveyors questioned 802 randomly selected registered voters by landline and cellphone between Feb. 18 and Feb. 21. The poll has a margin of error of 4.5 percentage points. His approval rating has suffered since he entered the race for the Republican presidential nomination last summer. A Marquette poll put his rating at 41.2 percent in April. The governor officially entered the race in July and spent most of the ensuring weeks out of Wisconsin in early primary states. A Marquette poll in August put his approval rating at 39 percent. Another Marquette poll conducted days after he quit put his approval rating at 37 percent,
the lowest since he took office in 2011. Polls in November and January put his approval rating at 38 percent. The governor has been working to reconnect with Wisconsin residents since he got out of the presidential race, holding listening sessions around the state and championing a GOP legislative package designed to help college students deal with debt. But his State of the State speech in January lacked bold proposals and he's signed some contentious bills in the last month, including a measure revamping the state's century-old civil service system and defunding Planned Parenthood. Charles Franklin, the poll's director, said Walker is still feeling the effects of his failed presidential bid as well as anger over the 201315 state budget. Wisconsin's voter ID law went into effect in 2011 but court decisions put it on hold. The state Supreme Court ruled in 2014 that the law is constitutional.
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STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, POLK COUNTY In the matter of the name change of: Kailey Faye Kruckeberg By (petitioner) Jeremy Bruce Wilson By (co-petitioner) Melanie Marie Kruckeberg Notice and Order for Name Change Hearing Case No. 16 CV 54 NOTICE IS GIVEN: A petition was filed asking to change the name of the person listed above: From: Kailey Faye Kruckeberg To: Kailey Faye Wilson Birth Certificate: Kailey Faye Kruckeberg IT IS ORDERED: This petition will be heard in the Circuit Court of Polk County, State of Wisconsin, before Judge Jeffery Anderson, Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main St., Branch 2, Balsam Lake, WI 54810, on March 22, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED: Notice of this hearing shall be given by publication as a Class 3 notice for three (3) weeks in a row prior to the date of hearing in the Amery Free Press, a newspaper published in Amery, Polk County, State of Wisconsin. BY THE COURT: Jeffery L. Anderson Circuit Court Judge February 22, 2016
STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, POLK COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of Edna C. Waalen DOD: February 4, 2013 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Case No. 2016 PR 15 Please take notice: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth November 16, 1914 and date of death February 4, 2013 was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 261 Staffenson, Amery, WI 54001. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is May 20, 2016. 5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500. Jenell Anderson Probate Registrar February 8, 2016 Brian D. Byrnes Byrnes Law Office, LLC 314 Keller Ave. North Amery WI 54001 715-268-5000 Bar Number 1032419 (Feb. 16, 23, March 1)
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The March 2nd, 2016 regular Amery City Council meeting has been rescheduled to March 9th at 5:00 p.m. at City Hall Council Chambers.
AGENDA: 1. Call meeting to order. 2. Vote on secretary position. 3. Review and vote on zoning changes requested by land owners. 4. Review and vote on the Revised Polk County Zoning Ordinance. 5. Fire number review. 6. Review possible new shop and hall. 7. Update Comprehensive Plan. 8. Set future meeting date and agenda. 9. Adjourn. Chairman Lawrence Thelen
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The Village of Clear Lake will be accepting bids for Lawn Care/ Mowing service for village property for the year 2016. Service will include: - Mowing - Trimming - Raking (if necessary) Estimated Total Area to mow weekly is approximately 600,000 square feet. Some areas to be mowed monthly or as needed. Service will be provided for a full growing season from approximately May 1st to October 1st. Bid deadline is Noon on Thursday, March 31, 2016 Proof of Insurance will be required. To request a bid form or more information, please contact: Al Bannink - Village Clerk - Treasurer Village of Clear Lake 350 4th Avenue, PO Box 48 Clear Lake, WI 54005 ABannink@ClearLake-WI.Gov 715-263-2157 The village reserves the right to reject any and all bids.
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WISTAX Facts: Personal Property Tax Collections Rise and Fall
While homeowners in Wisconsin receive one property tax bill, many business owners receive two: one for their building and land, and a second tax bill for the business’ personal property, such as office chairs, desks, tools, and many other items. Unknown to most citizens, the personal property tax is a shell of its original, following decades of exempting both household and business property. As personal property became a smaller share of taxable property over the past 40 years, collections from the tax on that property have declined. In 1971, they were more than $1 billion (in inflation-adjusted dollars) but have since dropped by about three-quarters to $287 million in 2015. The Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance is a nonpartisan, nonprofit research organization dedicated to good government through citizen education since 1932.
VOTING BY ABSENTEE BALLOT Presiential Preference and Spring Election April 5, 2016
Any qualified elector who is unable or unwilling to appear at the polling place on Election Day may request to vote an absentee ballot. A qualified elector is any U.S. citizen, who will be 18 years of age or older on Election Day, who has resided in the ward or municipality where he or she wishes to vote for at least 28 consecutive days before the election. The elector must also be registered in order to receive an absentee ballot. Proof of identification must be provided before an absentee ballot may be issued. You must make a request for an absentee ballot in writing. Contact your municipal clerk and request that an application for an absentee ballot be sent to you for the primary or election or both. You may also submit a written request in the form of a letter. Your written request must list your voting address within the municipality where you wish to vote, the address where the absentee ballot should be sent, if different, and your signature. You may make application for an absentee ballot by mail or in person. Making application to receive an absentee ballot by mail The deadline for making application to receive an absentee by mail is: 5 pm on the fifth day before the election, March 31. Note: Special absentee voting application provisions apply to electors who are indefinitely confined to home or a care facility, in the military, hospitalized, or serving as a sequestered juror. If this applies to you, contact the municipal clerk regarding deadlines for requesting and submitting an absentee ballot. Voting an absentee ballot in person You may also request and vote an absentee ballot in the clerk's office or other specified location during the days and hours specified for casting an absentee ballot in person.
6 states sue Obama administration over Affordable Care Act MADISON, Wis. (AP)—Six states filed a new lawsuit Wednesday against the Obama administration over the Affordable Care Act. The complaint that Texas, Wisconsin, Kansas, Louisiana, Indiana and Nebraska filed in the Northern District of Texas takes issue with the Health Insurance Providers Fee assessed to health insurers to cover federal subsidies. The lawsuit says nothing in the Affordable Care Act's language provided clear notice that states would also have to pay the fee. ``This notice was not even provided by rule but was ultimately provided by a private entity wielding legislative authority,'' the suit says. The suit seeks an injunction against the federal rules that say states are responsible for the fee. It also asks that states be refunded for what they've already paid. The federal government has determined states must pay a portion of the fee to their Medicaid managed care organizations to then pay to the federal government. States get some reimbursement from the federal government for that money, but they end up losing 54 cents for every dollar of the insurance tax. The suit says the fee is projected to allow the federal government to collect between $13 billion and $15 billion from states over the next decade. Wisconsin Attorney General Brad Schimel's office said in a statement that the state spent more than $23 million in such fees in 2014 and 2015.
CITY OF AMERY Fran Duncanson, Clerk 120 Center St. Amery, WI 54001 Phone 715-268-7486 In person absentee voting by appointment during specified hours Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
TOWN OF BLACK BROOK Sally Pickard, Clerk 858 60th Ave. Amery, WI 54001 Phone 715-268-2926 In person absentee voting by appointment during specified hours Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
TOWN OF ALDEN Judy Demulling, Clerk 183 155th St. Star Prairie, WI 54026 Phone 715-248-7859 715-755-3140 In person absentee voting by appointment during specified hours Tues.-Thurs. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
TOWN OF CLAYTON Tracy LaBlanc, Clerk 164 70th Ave. Clayton, WI 54004 Phone 715-948-2564 In person absentee voting by appointment during specified hours Mon.-Fri. 8:15 a.m.-2 p.m.
TOWN OF APPLE RIVER Fritz Coulter, Deputy Clerk 612 US Hwy. 8 Amery, WI 54001 Phone 715-268-4896 In person absentee voting by appointment during specified hours Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. TOWN OF BEAVER Wendy Coleman, Clerk 1541 Cty. Hwy. T Turtle Lake, WI 54889 Phone 715-986-4725 In person absentee voting will take place Wednesday 5-7 p.m. or by appointment
TOWN OF CLEAR LAKE Janelle Johnson, Clerk 209 50th Ave. Clayton, WI 54004 Phone 715-948-2189 In person absentee voting by appointment during specified hours Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. TOWN OF GARFIELD Sue Knutson, Clerk 690 Minneapolis St. Amery, WI 54001 Phone 715-268-4414 In person absentee voting by appointment during specified hours Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
TOWN OF LINCOLN Stephanie Marciniak, Clerk 661 85th St. Amery, WI 54001 Phone 715-268-4747 In-person absentee voting will take place Tuesdays & Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and by appointment Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. TOWN OF VANCE CREEK Marge Marlett, Clerk 16 - 4 1/2 Ave. Clayton, WI 54004 Phone 715-948-2670 Glennis Lynch, Deputy Clerk 715-455-1432 In person absentee voting by appointment during specified hours Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. VILLAGE OF CLAYTON Bob Kazmierski, Clerk PO Box 63 Clayton, WI 54004 Phone 715-948-2460 In person absentee voting during all office hours Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. VILLAGE OF CLEAR LAKE Al Bannink, Clerk 350 4th Ave. Clear Lake, WI 54005 Phone 715-263-2157 In person absentee voting during all office hours
The first day to vote an absentee ballot in the clerk’s office is: March 21, 2016 The last day to vote an absentee ballot in the clerk's office: April 1, 2016 No in-person absentee voting may occur on a weekend or legal holiday. The municipal clerk will deliver voted ballots returned on or before Election Day to the proper polling place or counting location before the polls close on April 5, 2016. Any ballots received after the polls close will be counted by the board of canvassers if postmarked by Election Day and received no later than 4:00 p.m. on the Friday following the election.
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Sunday, March 6, 2016 Northwoods Crossing Event Center 23985 Hwy. 35, Siren 5 p.m. social hour, 6 p.m. dinner Keynote Speaker U.S. Senator Ron Johnson $25 in advance, $30 at the door Advance pay by February 27 to: Republican Party of Polk County 2004 - 110th Ave., Dresser, WI 54009
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AREA BOWLING Club 53 Bar & Lanes, Amery MONDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Amery True Value ...........................113.5 Tac Two ............................................104.0 Division 2 Shoreview ........................................ 82.0 Harper Reality Group .................... 60.5 High games: Jim Knutson 235, Todd Zemke 231-202, Bob Swanson 223, Bruce Hammer 222. High series: Todd Zemke 617, Jim Knutson 602, Bob Swanson 569, Rod Gehrman 556. TUESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Club 53 ..............................................120.0 Waterside .........................................101.0 Division 2 Northwest Communications ......76.5 Chet Johnson Drug .........................62.5 High games: Scott Jensen 268216, Will Schaffer 265-220, Kelly Fitzgerald 243-234, Chuck Williamson 220-217, Bill Peterson 204, Scott Sorensen 202. High series: Will Schaffer 664, Kelly Fitzgerald 656, Scott Jensen 631, Chuck Williamson 630, Scott Sorensen 562, Bill Peterson 554. WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Preferred Lawn..............................104.0 Lamperts ...........................................87.0 Division 2 Club 53 ..............................................109.5 Amery Fire Dept. .............................59.5 High games: Jerod Wollan 254, Denis Carteron 248-209-201, Jim Knutson 233, Lee Jones 224-209, Dave Fox 224-222, Ryan Christensen 215, Billy Vierkandt 206. High series: Denis Carteron 658, Dave Fox 639, Lee Jones 600, Jerod Wollan 595, Jim Knutson 572. THURSDAY-FRIDAY NIGHT WOMEN Division 1 Northwest Communications ......83.0 Amery Fire Dept. ..............................77.0 Bremer ................................................ 73.5 Division 2 Club 53 ............................................... 85.0 Chet’s .................................................84.0 AHC .......................................................77.5 High games: Patty Talbot 186167, Gwen Wold 180-164, Sherry Martin 179-155, Heather Russo 175, Pam Humpal 169, Janet Martinson 167, Shelby Cockrell 159-155, Kris Greene 159-155, Lacey Kammerud 154-153, April Boe 151. High series: Gwen Wold 489, Patty Talbot 488, Janet Martinson 453, Sherry Martin 445, Pam Humpal 440, Shelby Cockrell 433, Kris Greene 430, Arica Boudreau 425.
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Congratulations Amery Warriors Hunter Marko and Bennett Paulson
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Hunter Marko 138# 4-Time State Champion
Bennett Paulson 195# 2-Time State Champion
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Ryan Anderson 106# Ryan Anderson pictured with proud coaches, Brayden Wienke, Darin Anderson (Ryans dad) Matt Barney and Spencer Harshen
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Andrew Smith recorded a fifth place finish.
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Bennett Paulson wins the championship match at 195 pounds. This is the second consecutive title for the senior.
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Senior Eli Newton made his third appearance at state.
WRESTLERS: Paulson repeats as champion, Andrew Smith places fifth FROM PAGE ONE
dominated each of his opponents on his way to securing his fourth title and a 150-4 career record. His first victim was a 40-win wrestler out of Oconto Falls – Bryce Ash (40-10) – who he defeated by a 19-4 technical fall in the quarterfinal round. Next up was Wisconsin Lutheran’s Brian Corbins, who boasted 49 wins this season, but he was still no match for Marko, who handed him a 7-1 loss in the semifinals. The last obstacle in his monumental season was a familiar face, Bloomer/Colfax’s Brady Simonson, whom Marko had defeated in the sectional final, a week earlier, 2-1. This time, Marko would not allow Simonson feel that glimmer of hope as Marko dominated the 138-pound state final match and grabbed his 150th career win in the form of a 9-1 major decision. Adding to the excitement and pride of the moment was the fact that Hunter’s father, Scott, who was a two-time state podium finisher (2nd and 5th) during his high school days, was matside throughout the entire journey as his coach. In 2013, Hunter won the 106-pound title match with a 3:50 pin over Prairie du Chein/Wauzeka’s Taylor Elliott. He finished his freshman season with a 47-2 record and gave up just eight points the entire season. The next season, he won the 113-pound championship by defeating each of the top three wrestlers in the state – other than himself. Hunter and Elliott found themselves in the
finals again, which Hunter won by a 10-3 decision. He finished his sophomore season with a 22-1 record. In 2015, Bennett Paulson joined Hunter as a state champion, marking the fi rst time in school history that two wrestlers were crowned state champs in the same season. This time Hunter won the 126-pound title by defeating another defending state champion from Wisconsin Lutheran by a 4-2 decision. Hunter notched a 45-1 record his junior year. “Trying to separate the proud dad from the coach gets hard to do sometimes,” Scott said. “Watching him just get warmed up and drilling is amazing to me, and while I was at the state tournament, I observed people just watching him warm up and shaking their heads. Hunter is the most dedicated, technically sound, and toughest wrestlers I have ever coached… He is now arguably one of the best of all time in Wisconsin wrestling history when you consider his national accomplishments as well.” In addition to his state titles, Hunter has collected three national titles and five All-American Honors. Before his senior season, he signed a national letter of intent to wrestle collegiately for the University of Minnesota Golden Gophers and was recently selected to wrestle for Team USA in Pittsburgh at the end of March – a result of being the number one ranked high school senior in the United States at 145 pounds. “I love my son dearly,” Scott said. “He makes me prouder
than he will ever know, and watching him do his thing these last four years has been a blessing. It has been quite a ride.” “To say this was a good weekend for the Amery wrestling program would be an understatement,” Scott added. “This weekend the Amery wrestling program made history in the Wisconsin high school wrestling world.” Of the six wrestlers Amery sent to the state tournament, three ended up on the podium. Paulson picked up his second state title with three dominant wins at 195 pounds and Andrew Smith placed fi fth at 126 pounds. Paulson (43-2) opened with a 20-5 technical fall over Denmark’s Matt Vanden Heuval (36-10) and followed with a 17-2 technical fall over Southern Door’s Tory Jandrin (46-13) to earn a spot in the final. On paper, the final appeared to give the edge to challenger August Peplinski of Wittenberg-Birn., as Peplinski boasted a 48-1 record, but Paulson topped him by a 4-1 decision. Coach Marko said that no one really challenged Paulson for that 195-pound state title. “Bennett is such a gifted athlete for such a big kid,” Coach Marko said. “Watching him wrestle is a true pleasure. He makes everyone he wrestles look slow and uncoordinated at times because he is so good.“ Bennett ended his high school career with well over 100 wins, 4 trips to the state tournament and 2 state titles. “Bennett is one of the best wrestlers I have ever coached, one of the hardest workers I
have ever had, and wonderful kid. Just winning one state title is a dream-come-true, Bennett has now won two. Bennett will be remembered as one of the kids that truly loved the competition of the sport and was a relentless competitor.” Paulson will now take his wrestling and leadership skills to West Point where coach Marko is sure he will continue to do great things. Andrew Smith (28-11) recorded a 3:38 fall in his first match of his fourth consecutive state tournament, defeating Luxenburg-Casco’s Colton Woracheck (30-14) in 3:38. He lost a 15-6 major decision in the quarterfinal to River Valley’s Dustin Hatfield (43-6), but claimed a forfeit win over Two Rivers’ Tommy Bianchi (38-18) in the first round of the consolation bracket. He dropped an 8-1 decision to Evansville/Albany’s Chase Katzenmeyer (39-4) in the consolation semifinal and ended his trip to Madison with a win in the fi fth-place match, when he defeated Sheboygan Falls’ Kaleb Ison (31-21) by a score of 10-3. Smith will continue his wrestling career at St. John’s University next season. Eli Newton (29-8) opened his third straight state tournament appearance with a 6-2 loss to Monroe’s Traiten Gorr (42-3) in the quarterfinal round and fell 7-1 to Sheboygan Falls’ Brady Koller (44-50) in his first consolation match. “Eli will finish his career with well over 100 wins as well,” Coach Marko added. “Eli has been such a solid figure in our line up ever since he was a freshman, and this is so hard when you are coming
in at an upper weight. He has won some huge matches for us during his career and will be missed.” Mike Smith (32-12) loss his opening round match at 106 pounds by a 4-2 decision to Freedom’s Garrison Murphy (36-12). Shawn Waalen (13-9) was pinned in 3:41 by Luxemburg-Casco’s Eric Peters (217) in the first match at 145 pounds. “Mike Smith and Shawn Waalen wrestled very well for their first time making it to the state tournament and both have improved so much over the course of the year,” Coach Marko said. “They will be looked at next year as leaders for this team, and I expect that they both were not happy with just making it to the tournament, but should be very proud of their accomplishments this year.”
Top 5 Team Scores Wisconsin Lutheran 63, Two Rivers 59, Amery 57.5, Evansville/Albany 56, West Salem/ Bangor 54
4-time Wisconsin State Champions
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Anderson wins title at 106, Ruble second for Clear Lake
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Ryan Anderson won the Div. 3 State Championship at 106 pounds for Clear Lake.
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Ian Ruble placed second in Div. 3 at 220 pounds for Clear Lake.
This week’s sports Amery Boys Basketball 3-1 WIAA Regional vs. Spooner 3-4 WIAA Regional at Northwestern 3-5 WIAA Regional TBD
Clayton Boys Basketball 3-1 WIAA Regional vs. Gilman 3-4 WIAA Regional TBD 3-5 WIAA Regional TBD
Clayton Girls Basketball 3-3 WIAA Sectional vs. Thorpe at Chetek-Weyerhaeuser
Clear Lake Boys Basketball 3-1 WIAA Regional at New Auburn 3-4 WIAA Regional TBD 3-5 WIAA Regional TBD
Fire Squad Wins State Title On Sunday, February 28th the Premier Complex gymnastic Fire team traveled to Faribault, Mn to compete for the Division 7 state title. They were competing against 7 other teams, Menomonie, WI, Northfield, MN, St. Cloud, MN, Galesville, WI, Woodbury, MN, Brainerd, MN, Lakeville, MN. The Fire team includes: Hannah Fornengo, Senior, Elli Meagher, Senior, Addie Dietrich, Sophomore, April Kyrola, Freshman, Sarah Gilbertson, Freshman, Lexi Griffin, 7th grade, Ella Williamson, 7th grade, Maddie Young, 6th grade, McKenna Heinn, 4th Grade, Avery Anderson , 3rd Grade. Premier Fire made gym history by taking home our first time first place team from a divisional state meet. The girls were very consistent and added in their new skills they had worked for the last two weeks leading up to the meet and ended up winning by .275 point
spread at 123.65 to Brainerds 123.375. This team also tied for the Sportsmanship award which is voted amongst the other teams at the meet. This award is one of the most important ones for the gymnasts of Premier. This meet was very special to the team as two of the girls were competing their last team meet for our gym before their graduation this spring. The girls on this team have proven all year how important they all were to each other and have continually supported each other through the quest for 1st. Highlights of the meet: Avery Anderson, Osceola 3rd Vault, 2nd Bars, 5th Beam, 5th Floor, 3rd AA Hannah Fornengo, Amery 5th Bars, 4th Beam, 6th Floor, 7th AA Elli Meagher, Amery 5th Beam, 5th Floor, 5th AA Adrianna Dietrich, Amery 2nd Vault, 6th Beam, 3rd Floor, 3rd
AA Sarah Gilbertson, Amery 3rd Vault, 2nd Bars, 1st Beam, 2nd Floor, 2nd AA April Kyrola, Cumberland 6th Bars, 8th AA McKenna Heinn, Amery 5th Bars, 7th AA Lexi Griffin, Amery 5th Bars, 8th AA Maddie Young, Clear Lake 6th Vault, 6th Beam, 10th AA Ella Williamson, Amery 1st Vault, 1st Bars, 3rd Beam, 6th Floor, 1st AA Congratulations to all of the Fire girls! What an amazing season to have been a part of this team! Thank you to Marlee Dietrich, Grace Grimm, Jolene Keppen and Jen Baldwin for their continued efforts on the coaching staff of Premier that helped bring these girls to a place in skill where they could win a state title!
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Warriors squeak past B-W BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Amery’s boys’ basketball team snapped a five-game losing streak on Feb. 19 when it picked up a key 51-46 Middle Border Conference victory over the Baldwin-Woodville Blackhawks. B-W, which was looking for its fi rst win of the season, shot a better percentage from all areas of the court and outrebounded Amery, 32-29, but lacked sheer numbers in the shots department as Amery attempted nine more shots from the field and six more free throws than the Blackhawks (0-22). Amery thrived on the defensive end, where it collected 12 steals and forced 15 turnovers. Three Warriors scored in double figures. Connor McBrayer led the way with 16 points, eight rebounds, three steals, two assists and two blocks. Brett Schulte added 12 points, five rebounds and two blocks. Beau Helin contributed 10 points, four rebounds, three assists and two steals. Also contributing for Amery were Riley Waltz (seven points, five rebounds, two assists), Lane Christensen (three points), Zach Swenson (two points), Seth Amundsen (one point) and Peter Elwood (four assists, three steals). LISA MCBRAYER
Connor McBrayer puts up a shot against Baldwin-Woodville. McBrayer led the Warriors with 16 points. LISA MCBRAYER
Brett Schulte shoots against New Richmond. Schulte recorded a double double in the final regualr season game.
Amery boys nipped by Tigers BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
JV Girls finish 17-4 Congratulations to the Amery JV Girls Basketball Team who had a strong season this year with 17 wins, and only 4 losses (two of which were non-conference games). Pictured left to right are (front) Kallie Weisenbeck, Allison Oman, Brittany Anderson, Annie Lorsung, Cheyenne Edwards (back) Rachel Ganje, Jenesis Gustafson, Ashley VanSomeren, Rachel Fouks, Coach Chad Eggert, and Alyssa Koehler.
The Amery boys’ basketball team was just two points away from finishing the 2015-16 regular season on a three-game winning streak. The Warriors entered the Feb. 22 showdown with Middle Border Conference rival New Richmond a heavy underdog, but put up a strong fight before falling, 55-57. Amery (11-11, 5-9) outshot New Richmond (9-13, 9-5 MBC) from the field, hitting 23-of 55 shots, compared to just 18-for-54 for the Tigers, but New Richmond made up the difference from the free throw line. The Tigers sank 18-of-23 freebies while the Warriors were just 5-for-10 at the charity stripe. Amery also outrebounded New Richmond, 3832, and won the assist game 14-7. Unfortunately, Amery turnovers outnumbered New Richmond’s, 14-7, and the Warriors committed four more fouls than the Tigers. Riley Waltz led the Warrior offense with 14 points and four assists, while Brett Schulte had a solid all-around game that included a 12 points and 11 rebound double double. Seth Amundsen posted nine points and seven rebounds. Also scoring for Amery were Beau Helin (eight points), Connor McBrayer (six points), Peter Elwood (four points) and Zach Swenson (two points). McBrayer also contributed eight rebounds and two blocked shots. Amery opens postseason play on Tuesday March 1 with a home game against the Spooner Rails.
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Girls open regional play with win over Spooner BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Amery’s girls’ basketball team opened post season play on Feb. 23 by hosting the Spooner Rails (2-18) and picking up a 55-42 victory. The Warriors (11-11) had a strong shooting night, hitting 44 percent of their shots from the field, including 3-of-8 attempts from beyond the threepoint arc. They also found themselves with a decided advantage at the free throw line, hitting 14-of-24 freebies, compared to just 3-for-9 free throw shooting by the Rails. Abby Schmidt led a group of four Warriors to score in double figures and nearly pulled off a double-double night with 14 points and nine rebounds (all defensive). Madelyn Granica was also just one rebound away from a double-double and scored 12 points. Esmee Luctenburg was red hot from three-point land, sinking 3-of-7 long balls. She added a pair of free throws to finish with 11 points. Jillian Jensen was the final double-digit scorer, with 10 points, and added five rebounds and three assists. Also scoring for Amery were Shawna Wiese (four points), Katlyn Fouks (two points) and Gabby Fredrick (two points). Brianna Wundrow and Dani Meyer each tallied three assists and Meyer added two steals. The win set the Warriors up for a Feb. 26 showdown in Somerset against the Spartans.
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Kaitlyn Fouks brings down a rebound.
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Brianna Wundrow and Jillian Jensen ready to play defense. CINDY LUEHMAN
Shawna Wiese makes a pass against Spooner. Wiese scored four points in the win.
Warriors blast rails in tournament preview BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
If the Feb. 20 boys basketball game between Amery and Spooner is any indication of how their first round regional playoff matchup will turnout, the Warriors are sitting pretty. Amery (11-10) dominated the Rails, 78-42, in Spooner and will host them on Tuesday, March 1 in their first postseason game of 2016. Leading the Warrior charge was Riley Waltz, who racked up 23 points, five rebounds, two assists and two steals in the blowout. Brett Schulte added 14 points, five rebounds and two assists. Connor McBrayer continued a balanced Warrior showing with 11 points and four rebounds. Three other Warriors tallied at least five rebounds and six points. Zach Swenson was the team rebound leader, with eight, and also finished with six points, two assists and two steals. Beau Helin contributed nine points, five assists and five rebounds. Peter Elwood pitched in seven points, three steals and five rebounds. Also scoring for Amery were Lane Christensen (three points), Seth Amundsen (three points) and Tristen Collins (two points). Christensen contributed four assists while Amundsen and Collins added two assists each. Overall, the Warriors hit 31-of-60 shots from the field, including 7-for-15 three-point shooting, and were 9-for-15 at the free throw line. Amery won the rebounding battle 36-25 and gathered 20 assist compared to just eight for the Rails (4-16). It also forced the Rails in to 17 turnovers while committing 11 turnovers of its own.
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Peter Elwood scores a layup against Spponer.
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Zach Swenson brings down a rebound in traffic.
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Spartans set up road block for Warriors in postseason BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
The Amery girls’ basketball season came to a close on Feb. 26 with a 69-50 loss to Somerset in the second round round the WIAA playoffs. While the Warriors outrebounded Somerset, 40-32, they were only able to get off 56 shots, compared to 69 by the Spartans, and watched as Somerset drained 11 3-pointers to pull away. Somerset’s defense also caused problems for the Warriors all night as it racked up 17 steals and forced 28 Amery turnovers. Amery freshman Madelyn Granica attempted to will her team to victory, leading the squad not only in points, but rebounds and assists as well. In the process, she recorded a double-double with 21 points and 12 rebounds, and added three assists. Jillian Jensen posted 10 points, four rebounds and two assists as the only other Warrior to reach double figures. Abby Schmidt compiled five points, five rebounds, one steal and one blocked shot. Also scoring for Amery were Gabby Fredrick (four points), Cheyenne Edwards (four points), Katlyn Fouks (three points), and Esmee Luchtenburg (three points). Fouks also hauled in six boards while Shawna Wiese contributed three assists.
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Madelyn Granica posts up against Somerset
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Jillian Jensen shooting. Jensen scored 10 points in the loss.
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Esmee Luctenberg shoots against Somerset
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2/20/16 Amery: 4, Piedmont Heights: 0 Goals: Vincent Greene, 2 Maxwell Mike, 1 Kruse Yuhas, 1 Saves: Avery Starzecki, 16
2/20/16 Amery: 13, Proctor: 2
Goals: Leif Anderson, 2 Kruse Yuhas, 2 Daniel Koch, 2 Stuart Hellie, 2 William Jensen, 2 Fredrik Henningsgard, 2 Maxwell Mike, 1 Assists: Kruse Yuhas, 5 Fredrik Henningsgard, 4 Leif Anderson, 1 Vincent Greene, 1 Daniel Koch, 1 Saves: Avery Starzecki, 6
2/26/16 Amery: 9 Menomonie: 0
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Stuart Hellie, 3 Kruse Yuhas, 1 William Jensen, 2 Vincent Greene, 1 Assists: Kruse Yuhas, 1 Vincent Greene, 1 William Jensen, 1 Jasic Manning, 1 Daniel Koch, 2 Leif Anderson, 1 Cayden Meyer, 1 Gabriella Matson,1
2/27/16 Amery: 3 Forest Lake: 2
Goals: Vincent Greene, 2 Kruse Yuhas, 1 Assists: Maxwell Mike, 1 Cayden Meyer,1 Saves: Avery Starzecki, 17
2/28/16 Amery: 2 Pine City: 4
Goals: Stuart Hellie, 1 Maxwell Mike, 1 Assists: William Jensen, 1 Daniel Koch, 2 Saves: Avery Starzecki, 19
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February 27, 2016 Amery 14, Menomonie 1 Goals: Grady Martin 2, McAdam Smith 3, Jackson Henningsgard 2, Fletcher Kjeseth 2, Noah Ward 2, Zach Sobczak 3 Assists: Pake Brown, Grady Martin 3, Fletcher Kjeseth 3, Jackson Henningsgard 3, Miles Troff, Wyatt Johnson, Jack Alton, Derek Rademaker, McAdam Smith 2, Zach Sobczak Saves: Josh Bohn 14
Amery 4, Eau Claire 3
Goals: Fletcher Kjeseth, Mackenzie Mike, Grady Martin 2 Assists: Jackson Henningsgard, Pake Brown 2 Saves: Josh Bohn 14
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Pee Wee A win 3rd Place in home tournament Pictured: Lauren Sobzcak, Nick Bush, Forrest Alton, Austin Holmberg, Blu Anderson, Reece Atkins, Sammy Otto, Danny Tylee, Asher Page, Justin Walter, Simon Panek. Not pictured: AJ Simpkins.
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COOKING WORLD Tidbit: The good life is one inspired by love and guided by knowledge. (Bertrand Russell – Philosopher) Carolyn Lumsden This pull-apart coffee cake can be served for any meal or snack time. 715-483-9738
It begins with a package of refrigerated buttermilk biscuits. PULL-APART COFFEE CAKE Separate into quarters: 1 can (16.3 oz.) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits Combine in bowl: 1 pkg. (3.4 oz.) instant vanilla pudding 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 1 tsp. orange zest Put the biscuits into the mixture and toss to mix. Drizzle onto the mixture and toss again: 2 T. melted butter Put the coated biscuits into a sprayed/greased 9” baking pan. Bake at 350° for 20 minutes. Cool in pan 5 minutes then remove to wire rack to cool for 10 minutes. Mix together well: 1/4 c. cream cheese spread 1/4 c. powdered sugar 2 tsp. milk Drizzle over the coffee cake and sprinkle with 2 T. chopped pecans. This is an old-fashioned gelatin recipe but still tasty and pretty as well. RASPBERRY GELATIN MOLD Heat together to a boil: 1 can (16 oz.) crushed pineapple with its juice 1 large box of raspberry gelatin Remove from heat and let cool. When gelatin has cooled to room temp, add and combine well: 1 c. buttermilk Fold in: 1 container (8 oz.) frozen whipped topping, thawed Put into decorative gelatin mold or molds and refrigerate until set, then remove onto a plate/tray. Hint: If you want, you can put it into a pretty bowl and serve it that way.
This cake is pretty and is made in your bundt cake pan. CRANBERRY SWIRL BUNDT CAKE In large bowl, cream together well: 1/2 c. (1 stick) butter, softened 1-1/4 c. sugar Add and beat until smooth: 2 eggs Combine and add: 2 c. flour 1 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. soda 1/2 tsp. salt Add to creamed mixture and mix well. Add and combine: 1 c. (1/2 pint) sour cream 1 tsp. lemon zest Fold in and mix: 1/2 c. chopped walnuts, optional Put half of the batter into a well greased/sprayed 10” bundt pan. Spoon one-half can (16 oz.) of whole berry cranberry sauce all around on top of the batter and swirl around some with a small spatula. Add the rest of the batter and then put the rest of the cranberry sauce all around top but do not swirl this time. Bake at 350° for 50-55 minutes or until done (toothpick test). Let cool 15 minutes in the pan on wire rack and then invert pan onto serving plate/tray. Let cool. Just before serving, sprinkle with some powdered sugar.
This is a tropical tasting pudding pie. You will need 1 graham cracker crust. You can make variations of this so you can have several choices of flavors, etc. TROPICAL PUDDING PIE Combine in large bowl: 1 package (6 serving size) instant vanilla pudding and pie filling 2 c. cold milk Fold in: 2 T. melted butter 1 c. frozen whipped topping, thawed Put mixture into the graham cracker crust. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until firm. Just before serving, top with: 1/2 c. toasted flaked coconut Hint: You can vary this pie by lining the bottom of the crust with sliced bananas, berries, peaches, or canned fruit (drained) before adding the filling. Hint: To toast coconut, put into pan and bake at 325° for a few minutes, stirring often, until lightly browned.
Tip: Make the world’s easiest fudge. Bring to a boil and boil 2-1/2 minutes, stirring constantly: 2 c. sugar, 1/2 c. milk. Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 tsp. vanilla and 3/4 c. peanut butter. Put into 8x8” buttered or parchment lined pan. Let cool and cut into squares.
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If you’d like something a bit special to serve for a meal, try this recipe. STUFFED SHELLS Cook according to directions and cooled: 20 jumbo pasta shells Combine and put into the cooked shells: 1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained 1 container (16 oz.) cottage cheese 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped 1 egg white 1 envelope (0.7 oz.) Good Season’s Italian Dressing mix 1/2 c. shredded mozzarella cheese Put half of a jar (14 oz.) spaghetti sauce, your favorite, into a 9x13” baking pan. Place the stuffed shells on top of the sauce. Top with the rest of the jar of spaghetti sauce. Sprinkle on top: 1/2 c. shredded mozzarella cheese Cover and bake at 375° for about 45 minutes. Remove the cover after 30 minutes of baking time and continue baking until hot and bubbling. Serves 4.
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Tax Credits a Help to State’s Working Families Many low-and moderate-income families in Wisconsin may qualify for thousands of dollars in tax credits at tax time. Together, the federal Earned Income Tax Credit Focus on (EITC) and the state Family Earned Income Credit can provide anyLiving where from a few Gail Peavey, dollars to more than $8000, depending on Family Living household income, Agent marital status, and number of children in the household. Specifically designed for households with earnings, the credits are intended to supplement the wages and thus increase the purchasing capacity of employed households. Workers can receive the credits even if their incomes are too low to pay any income taxes. For many hard-working families, earnings still don’t cover basic needs: these tax credits are a vital source of supplemental income. The tax credits help workers and their families, and also help communities, since the money goes back into the local economy. To qualify for the EITC, people need to have had at least some earned income from working during 2015. The specific income limits depend on marital status
and number of children in the household. For unmarried households with children, the income limits range from $39,131 with one child to $47, 747 with three or more children; limits are several thousand dollars higher for married households. The federal EITC ranges from a few dollars to over $6,000; the Wisconsin credit – which is available to any households with children that qualify for the federal credit – can be as high as $2122. The highest credits are available to households with 3 or more children. Credit amounts also vary with income, and gradually decline in value as income approaches the cut-off. Eligible people must file taxes to receive these credits, and must specifically claim the credits on their returns. Both federal and Wisconsin taxes must be filed in order to receive both of the credits. Every year, thousands of eligible families miss out simply by not filing a return. People who may not have been eligible in the past are more likely to miss out, as are non-English speakers, people with changes in household circumstances, and those whose income is too low to otherwise have to file tax returns. People new to Wisconsin may not be familiar with the state EIC, as it is not available in all states.
Hauling Wood Getting firewood with the sleigh was an adventure, The horses harnessed up and Laddie alongside. Laddie wasn’t much more than a pup then, And he’d bark like crazy when we’d start the ride. You’d think the horses would react to the confusion, But they’d just go on as though he wasn’t there, With squeaking of the snow beneath the runners And harnesses rattling in the winter air. The sleigh would creak along between the trees and bushes ‘til we saw a dead tree or logs along our “road.” The horses stopped amidst our Laddie’s yapping; My darling sawed those logs; we piled them on the load. Crisp winter air was a refreshing benefit For lessening nausea and clearing of the head. A married girl can run into these symptoms; That’s what the kindly doctor gently said. A young man showing special consideration While enjoying some help in this necessary task, “Who cuts his own wood is twice warmed,” we laughed, As in the warmth of the crackling fire we basked. The horses munching hay in their snug stalls As a reward for work, they’d rest and eat their fill, But Laddie chose to let the wind blow through his fur As he took his favorite lookout on the hill. Carol Morfitt Welch
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Dr. Seuss birthday Literacy littles First four Tuesdays in March at 10:30 a.m. Practice the six skills of early literacy with the interactive program series. Dr. Seuss party Celebrate the birthday of Dr. Seuss with games, crafts and more, March 5 at 10:30 a.m. Tabletop game day for teens Play tabletop games, such as Apples to Apples and Settlers of Catan, March 8 at 3:30 p.m. Lego club / Maker mind afternoons Up for a Lego challenge? Want to make a pipe cleaner ninja? After School Library Club meets on Thursdays, 3:30 p.m.—5 p.m. Bring a note from home to take bus #11 to the library. Children under 8 years of age must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Preschool storytime Preschool story time is held every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. Interactive stories, songs and crafts are geared toward children aged 2-5 and a caregiver. 1,000 books before kindergarten and Baby book bees Start your children on the path to loving books and reading right from birth. These two reading initiatives offer a chance for families to bond and ensure school readiness
by reading books and completing various activities. Each program offers prizes at different levels. Teen advisory board Open to 12-18 year olds, the Teen Advisory Board meets on the first Friday of each month, 3:45 p.m.—5:15 p.m., to plan events, talk about books and more. Adult coloring Color your way to calm. Last Tuesday of the month at 5 p.m. Supplies and light refreshments provided. Book discussion groups The Friends of the Library Book Discussion Group meets on the third Monday of the month at 1:30 p.m. to discuss general fiction and literature. The Young Adult Book Club for Adults meets on the third Thursday of the month at 6 p.m. to discuss all of the awesome YA titles out there. The Movie Book Club watches a movie based on a book on the first Thursday of the month at 4:30 p.m.; the book discussion follows on the second Thursday of the month at 4:30 p.m. 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. 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 meets on the third 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.
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How healthy are we? How often do Polk County residents eat fruit or vegetables in a day? How many times do they exercise? Answers to these questions, along with county data and state trends, have been Help us compiled into a snapshot of the health of Polk County improve residents. This information – and your feedback at one of our these meetings – will help direct county and local initiahealth. tives aimed at improving the health of our residents. Come to any one of these meetings to learn more: Tuesday March 15 10:30-ll:30 a.m. Osceola Medical Center Tuesday March 15 4:30-5:30 p.m. Polk County Govt. Cntr. Thursday March 17 4:00-5:00 p.m. Amery Hospital and Clinic Please call Health Educator Mary Boe, Polk County Health Department, 715-485-8834, for more information. Brought to you by the Polk County Health Department, Amery Hospital and Clinic, Osceola Medical Center, St. Croix Regional Medical Center and others.
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Workshop offered for Birthday gifts for Arnell ‘Chronic Conditions’
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Join the Aging and Disability Resource Center of Northwest Wisconsin for their upcoming Living Well with Chronic Conditions workshop. Open to adults of all ages with one more chronic health conditions, Living Well is an evidence-based workshop modeled after Stanford University’s Chronic Disease Self Management Program. Throughout the class, participants are empowered to take control of their health by learning new tools and creating weekly action plans to achieve their ultimate health and wellness goals. This workshop is highly interactive allowing participants to not only learn
from two trained leaders but to also learn from each other. Living Well does not replace or interfere with current treatments, rather proves these three additional components vital to creating and “sticking with” a healthier lifestyle—support, accountability and education. The workshop will take place Fridays from 9:30am-12:00pm, March 11th-April 15th, 2016 at Riverbend Conference Room at St Croix Regional Medical Center, St Croix Falls. Cost is $10 per person. Contact Carrie Myers at the ADRC to register, 877-485-2372.
COLLEGE/HIGHER EDUCATION ACCOLADES Zoey Kulzer turned five years old on February 17. Gifts for the animals at Arnell Humane Society was her birthday wish. So it was that Zoey, her sister Regan and Mom came to visit the shelter last week laden with pet treats, rawhides, pet food, dog and cat toys. Mom said that Zoey was more excited about this birthday than any other. Family and friends purchased the pet gifts and gave $50 to Zoey, who made a gift of her gifts, to the animals at Arnell. She was squirming with excitement as we unloaded the birthday bounty. Zoey told us that only a few of the toys had been handled by their dog, who didn’t understand; surely these toys were for her. Mom confirmed that indeed, the shelter pet gifts needed to be collected and stored out of the Golden Retriever’s reach. After the gift unveiling, Zoey and Regan went on a shelter tour which ended in the adoptable cat rooms. Mitchell was only too happy to play with the toys brought for his enjoyment. More happy giggles and squirming ensued. Regan made a new friend in Nyssa, the long hair Diluted Calico. It was during our conversation that Zoey’s mother relayed the reclaim story of their 12 year old cat. In March of 2015, they called the Arnell shelter to report their missing cat Sugar, all white with blue eyes. In late June, she received a call from our shelter, to let her know that someone had found a cat near Interstate Park in St Croix Falls, that could be their lost cat. The family was getting ready to go out of town for the 4th of July weekend but knew that if she didn’t go to see if the found cat was Sugar, she would always wonder if. And indeed, the found cat did turn out to be their beloved Sugar. She was
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skin and bones but very much alive and happy to see them. How she made it all the way to Interstate Park from their house in Osceola is a mystery. Sugar has since gained all of her weight back and is enjoying life with her family again. She doesn’t want to go outside quite so much anymore and prefers to stay inside the majority of the time. In the end, Zoey gave gifts to the pets at Arnell and a heartwarming gift to the staff. It is always a gift to learn that your diligence has paid off and made a difference.
It was a slow week for adoptions. Only Grizzley, the Maltese-Poodle and Emma, the Bluetick Coonhound found their new homes. Our cat room continues to be full with wonderful felines of every color, shape and size. Marble, Clementine and Janice are looking for a heated barn they can rid of rodents. Nyssa, Doc, Collin and Chad just want to cuddle. And Mitchell, Lucy and Jasper are looking for play pals. They all need homes. Arnell Memorial Humane Society, 715 268-7387. ARNELLHUMANE.ORG and Facebook
Local students among graduates at UW-Eau Claire EAU CLAIRE, Wis. - The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire celebrated the achievements of 720 graduates during commencement proceedings held on Dec. 19 in Zorn Arena. A total of 683 students received bachelor's degrees, including 303 from the College of Arts and Sciences, 141 from the College of Business, 166 from the College of Education and Human Sciences and 73 from the College of Nursing and Health Sciences. Master's degrees were awarded to 37 students. The graduates included 4 from the College of Arts and Sciences, 24 from the College of Business, 8 from the College of Education and Human Sciences and 1 from the College of Nursing and Health Sciences. Well done Blugolds! Local students who received degrees and their fields of study are: Amery, WI Lucas Elwood, BS, Arts and Sciences, computer science Christine Hanson, BBA, Business, marketing Emily Lamusga, BA, Education and Human Sciences, French and Spanish Jesse Olson, BS, Education and Human Sciences, kinesiology Clayton, WI Kirsten Effertz, BA, Arts and Sciences, English Clear Lake, WI Hailie Steinberger, BBA, Business, management Milltown, WI Kayla Johnson, BS, Education and Human Sciences, communication sciences and disorders Osceola, WI Michelle Graf, BBA, Business, accounting Michael Newman, BBA, Business, management
Named to Dean’s List at Bemidji State University Bemidji, Minn. - Courtney Clark from Clear Lake and Anthony Peterson from Frederic earned Dean’s List honors from Bemidji State University in Bemidji, Minn., at the conclusion of the Fall 2015 semester. To be eligible for the Dean’s List, BSU students must be enrolled for at least 12 credits and earn a 3.5 GPA during the semester. A total of 1,161 students earned Fall 2015 Dean’s List honors from the university. Bemidji State University, located in northern Minnesota’s lake district, occupies a wooded campus along the shore of Lake Bemidji. Enrolling more than 5,000 students, Bemidji State offers more than 50 undergraduate majors and nine graduate programs encompassing arts, sciences and select professional programs. BSU is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system and has a faculty and staff of more than 550. University signature themes include environmental stewardship, civic engagement and global and multi-cultural understanding.
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SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS AMERY Monday, March 7— ES & MS breakfast: Scrambled egg/English muffin or mini lumberjack (mini pancakes and sausage) or cold cereal choices, grahams, fruit choice and fruit juice. MS & HS morning nutrition break: Scrambled egg/ English muffin or lumberjack (pancakes/sausage on a stick) or frudel or cold cereal choices, grahams, fruit choice and fruit juice. Elementary lunch: Popcorn chicken/roll, mashed potatoes/gravy, garden bar, fruit choices. IS/MS lunch: Popcorn chicken/roll; Salisbury steak/ roll; mashed potatoes/gravy. HS lunch: Popcorn chicken/ roll; Salisbury steak/roll; Uncrustable; mashed potatoes/ gravy.
Tuesday, March 8— ES & IS breakfast: Assorted breads or Mini blueberry waffles or Cold cereal choices, cheese stick, fruit choice and fruit juice. MS & HS morning break: Assorted breads or bacon egg scramble or mini blueberry waffles or cold cereal choices, cheese stick, fruit choice and fruit juice. Elementary lunch: Taco sal-
CLEAR LAKE Monday, March 7— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal or sausage pizza, Krave S’mores. Elementary lunch: Pizza sticks or Italian flatbread, spaghetti sauce, vegetables with dip, strawberries, blueberries. High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, yogurt, cereal bar, Pop Tart, sausae pizza, banana bread. High school lunch: Pizza sticks or Italian flatbread, spaghetti sauce, vegetables with dip, applesauce, blueberries “Jonny Pop” fruit bar.
Tuesday, March 8— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal and cheese stick or donut. Elementary lunch: Hot dog or meatballs on a bun, tator tots, steamed corn, orange wedges. High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, yogurt, muffi n, chocolate chip crisps, sausage & cheese sandwich. High school lunch: Meatballs or hot dog on a bun, tator tots, steamed corn, orange wedges, sliced pears.
Wednesday, March 9— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal and “Scooby Bone” graham crackers or sausage & cheese sandwich. Elementary lunch: Stromboli or PB&J “Uncrustable” or “Goldfish Bowl” salad bar, grapes, pudding cup. High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, yogurt,
ad, black bean salsa, garden bar, fruit choices. IS/MS lunch: Taco salad; Pork carnita/bun; black bean salsa. HS lunch: Taco salad; Pork carnita/bun; Uncrustable; black bean salsa.
Wednesday, March 9— ES & IS breakfast: Mini pancakes or bacon egg scramble or cold cereal choices, grahams, fruit choice and fruit juice. MS & HS morning break: Mini pancakes or breakfast egg wrap or uncrustable or cold cereal choices, grahams, fruit choice and fruit juice. Elementary lunch: French toast/sausage, sweet potato puffs, garden bar, fruit choices. IS/MS lunch: French toast/ sausage; Cook’s choice; sweet potato puffs. HS lunch: French toast/sausage; Cook’s choice; Uncrustable; sweet potato puffs.
Thursday, March 10— ES & IS breakfast: Breakfast pizza or UBR (Ultimate Breakfast Round) or Cold cereal choices, cheese stick, fruit choice and fruit juice. MS & HS morning break: Breakfast pizza or UBR (Ultimate Breakfast Round) or yogurt parfait or cold cereal
graham crackers, mini donuts, cereal bar, cheese omelet. High school lunch: Stromboli or garlic cheese french bread, garden salad, sliced apples, sliced peaches, pudding cup.
Thursday, March 10— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal or French toast sticks, cheese omelet. Elementary lunch: Chicken fajita wrap or yogurt, cheese stick and muffi n, carrots with dip, seasoned rice, black beans, pineapple chunks. High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, Pop Tart, muffi n, french toast sticks, cheese omelet. High school lunch: Chicken fajita wrap, ham & cheese wrap or chicken caesar salad, rice, black beans, carrots/dip, pineapple, strawberries.
Friday, March 11— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal or cinnamon roll, yogurt parfait. Elementary lunch: Breaded fish or chicken patty on a bun, green beans, ranch sweet potato fries, applesauce, slushie fruit cup. High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, yogurt parfait, cinnamon roll, cereal bar, sausage links, Krave S’mores. High school lunch: Breaded fish or chicken patty on a bun, green beans, ranch sweet potato fries, fruit juice, mandarin oranges.
choices, cheese stick, fruit choices and fruit juice. Elementary lunch: Chicken sandwich, cauliflower/broccoli w/cheese, side kick juice cup, garden bar, fruit choices. IS/MS lunch: Chicken sandwich; BBQ pork sandwich; cauliflower/broccoli w/ cheese, side kick juice cup. HS lunch: Chicken sandwich; BBQ pork sandwich; Uncrustable; cauliflower/ broccoli w/cheese, side kick juice cup.
Special Olympians Advance to Sectionals Polk County sends three Special Olympics basketball teams to March’s Sectional Tourney in Stevens Point. The Lakers and Rockets each one both of their games at UW Stout in Menomonie, and the Cougars were picked by drawing to advance as well. Congratulations Special Olympians!
Friday, March 11— ES & IS breakfast: Mini cinnamon roll or Warrior sandwich or cold cereal choices, grahams, fruit choice and fruit juice. MS & HS morning break: Mini cinnamon roll or Warrior sandwich or mini bagel/ cream cheese or cold cereal choices, grahams, fruit choice and fruit juice. Elementary lunch: Macaroni & cheese, breadstick/broccoli, garden bar, fruit choices. IS/MS lunch: Macaroni & cheese; Chicken alfredo; breadstick/broccoli. HS lunch: Macaroni & cheese; Chicken alfredo; Uncrustable; breadstick/broccoli.
The Rockets were one of three Polk County Special Olympics teams to advance to Sectionals in Stevens Point. (back row) Jason Neidermire of East Farmington, Ben Olson of Frederic, Tim Eggers of Frederic, Cole Johnson of Clayton, (front) Liz Wrensch of Clayton, Jordan Anderson of Frederic, Jarvis Warwas of Frederic, and not pictured is Coach Dave Neidermire.
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, March 7— Liver & onions, augratin potatoes, green beans, WW dinner roll, margarine, fruit cocktail. Tuesday, March 8— Sweet & sour pork with peppers, pineapple & carrots, rice, squash, WW dinner roll, margarine, brownie. Sites closed on Wednesday. Thursday, March 10— Roast turkey, whipped potatoes, gravy, carrots, WW dinner roll, margarine, dessert bar. Friday, March 11— 3 cheese lasagna, mixed vegetables, tossed salad, dressing, breadstick, chocolate pudding.
The Special Olympics skills team will advance one athlete to the Sectional Level, Devin Orton of Eureka. Congratulations Devin!
The Lakers were one of three Polk County Special Olympics teams to advance to Sectionals in Stevens Point. Left to right are (front) Coach Pat Meier, Russell Anderson of Frederic, and Steven Kicker of Osceola, (back) Chris Richter of Frederic, Randy Anderson of Frederic, and Charlie Caverez, New Richmond.
The Cougars were selected by special drawing to advance to the Sectionals competition in Stevens Point. (back) Assistant Coach Casi Anderson, Logan Weller, Brianna Paulson-Clear Lake, Makinzie Miller-Osceola, Kelly McDaniels- Osceola, Dianne Miller-Coach, (front) Jackson Bean- Dresser, William Sizemore, Joe Stauner - Deer Park, Oscar Rauch-Borgering- Osceola, and Hillary Schuals-Osceola.
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‘Wood & Metal’ on display this March at artZ Mark Buley has been building things with wood most of his life, from tree houses to full sized houses and the occasional piece of furniture. In the spring of 2008, he participated in a 12 week intensive class at The Center for Furniture Craftsmanship in Rockport, Maine. There the value of careful, precise, and mindful work was reinforced. “I had time to draw, build models to experiment with design, and meld this all together with both traditional and advanced techniques.” Mark was inspired to do much more, with his work trending toward the Japanese aesthetic, being attracted to the subtle, simple beauty, resonance with the natural word, respect for materials and craftsmanship, the interplay of order and asymmetry. See Mark’s work at www.markbuley.com. Furniture maker Brian Hall uses predominately reclaimed material, much of it recovered from projects from his construction business, combined with hardwood slabs and branches from the woods surrounding his rural Amery home and shop. Timber framing appeals to him in the same way fur-
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niture does; the process is challenging and fulfilling. The end product is functional as well as beautiful. “I think it is probably a Midwestern mindset to always focus on the practical; this doesn’t necessarily discount aesthetics. Furniture and timber framing can embody both these philosophies.” See Brian’s work at www.oakleafbuildingwi.com. Osceola woodcarver Rob Goodin has found the true outlet for his artistic expression in carving competi-
tion fish decoys. Striving to bring life into each carving, he starts by gaining as much knowledge and references on each species. He transforms a block of wood into a life-like piece of art through woodcarving, metal work, engraving and painting. Drawing its roots from early settlers and Native American carvers, where decoys were used to harvest fish thru the ice in winter, his decoys are designed to swim underwater. Rob’s “Leopard Frog” won first place in Little Falls, MN show in 2015, and second place at the national championship in Perham, Min- Goodin frog nesota. Contact Rob at: rbgoodinjr@gmail.com. Metalworker Wendy Frank has a love of everything color and texture. With an art background, including quilting and jewelry, she has been exploring new techniques in metalworking since 2012 at her Atlas Wisconsin Studio. She favors copper but also works with brass, nickel and silver. All pieces start with flat sheet metal; multiple applications of heat and hammer create forms and fascinating patinas and enameled finishes. See Wendy’s work at www.wendyfrankdesigns. com. Jon Michael Route’s current work on the wall is an exploration of color on metal using the technique of hot process chemical patination and represents a newfound direction for his passion as a metal artist. The patinas are applied while simultaneously heating the metal with a torch. Variations in temperature, the amount and particular color of the patina, the alloy of metal, and the method of application, i.e., sponge, brush or spray, all greatly affect the outcome and keep the process interesting. “The patina coloration combines with my form and textural elements to bring what I believe is a compelling depth and richness to the work.” See Jon’s art at www.jonmichaelroute.com. Blacksmith artist Mike Route is known for the long flowing lines in his iron work, which could be described as “Organic Nouveau.” His work is crafted with much care and thought for purpose and dimension. Mike established Red Iron Studios in his hometown Frederic, Wisconsin in 2008. Original design structures include signage, sculpture, railings, range
hoods, benches, tables, fireplace screens and utensils. His “Bullwhip Bench” won Best of Show award at the Western Design Conference in 2012. “My inspiration comes from working at the forge and exploring in the moment what I can physically do with the metal.” See Mike’s work at: www.redironstudios.com.
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Frederic area sculptor James Williams is an engineer by training, a tinker by trade, and an artist by desire. Influenced by a number of art styles – Cubism, Bauhaus, Deco, Geometric Abstraction, MADI – and technical background, he uses a structural language of geometry, line, mass, balance, and mechanics coupled with a sense of humor to create sculptures of cast and welded metal, industrial found objects, and wood that explore underlying frameworks, perceptions of manmade and natural forms, new growth on old foundations, and answers that become the next questions. See more of James’ art at: www.3digitalarts.com. artz Gallery is an artist owned and operated gallery, with changing monthly exhibits featuring member and guest artists. Artists who are interested in exhibiting, can pick up application information at the Gallery or visit the website www.artzgallery.org. artZ Gallery is located at 208 North Keller Ave. in Amery, Wisconsin 54001. Hours are Monday thru Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Dermatologist USDA to measure farmland rental rates joins OMC MADISON, Wis.– Beginning in February, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) will contact Wisconsin farmers and ranchers to gather land rental rate information for the Cash Rents and Leases survey. The results of this survey will serve as a valuable decision-making tool for farmers, ranchers and other landowners and will help shape negotiations for 2017 rental agreements. NASS will publish average cash rental rates at national, state and county levels for non-irrigated cropland, irrigated cropland, and pastureland on September 9, 2016. “This brief survey is our only source of county cash rental rates,” said NASS’ Wisconsin Field Office State Statistician Greg Bussler. “Since the last rental rate survey was conducted two years ago, it is critical for producers to respond and provide updated information for their area. By responding, farmers help provide the most up-to-date information that will be used by the Farm Service
Agency and other USDA agencies to help develop and administer Federal farm programs that they rely on.” More than 7,300 Wisconsin farmers have already been sent the survey form in the mail. NASS also offers the option of responding online via a secure Internet connection. In April, NASS representatives will begin calling and visiting operators who have not yet responded. “We guarantee confidentiality of all individual information, regardless of the response method participants choose, as required by federal law,” Bussler said. “NASS will combine your responses with your fellow producers nationwide, providing the only accurate and comprehensive estimate of U.S. average rent and lease rates.” For more information about the Cash Rents and Leases survey, call the NASS Wisconsin Field Office at 800- 789-9277. All NASS reports and data are available online at www.nass.usda.gov.
“Many patients come into the office feeling nervous and tense. My goal on every patient visit is to make them feel at ease, listen to their concerns and engage them in their treatment process.” Dermatologist David Nelsen, MD, has joined the health care team at Osceola Medical Center to diagnose and treat skin cancer and all diseases of the skin, hair and nails. Nelsen fully understands the physical and emotional aspects of skin conditions, and can help detect and treat problems before they become critical. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call us at 715-294-3566.
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Monsanto donation will further work of local women’s group WINGS (Women of Immanuel IN God’s Service) has received a $2,500 donation from America’s Farmers Grow Communities, sponsored by the Monsanto Fund and directed by local farmers John and Carla Olson of Clayton. The donation will help the organization continue their outreach into the community around the church and help with the restoration of the group’s historic building. John, who is a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church said, “I see the work they have done with limited resources and I hope that this donation will help them to continue to serve the needs of others.” He is thankful that Monsanto supports our rural area. Pastor Margaret Grant appreciates the ministry of the WINGS group. This group has been growing their outreach and knows that this donation will enable them to more outreach and be able to help with some special projects in our church. She adds, “When you are in the middle the rural area, it sometimes feel like we are not appreciated. This donation from Monsanto gives us encouragement to continue on and share God’s love with the gifts we have been given.” For six years, America’s Farmers Grow Communities has collaborated with farmers to donate over $22 million to more than 8,000 community
organizations across rural America. Winning farmers will direct donations to nonprofits to help fight rural hunger, purchase life saving fire and EMS equipment, support ag youth-leadership programs, buy much needed classroom resources, and so much more. America’s Farmers Grow Communities partners with farmers to support local nonprofit causes that positively impact farming communities across rural America. Grow Communities is one program in the America’s Farmers community outreach effort, sponsored by the Monsanto Fund. Other programs include America’s Farmers Grow Ag Leaders, which encourages rural youth to remain in agriculture and provides $1,500 college scholarships to high school and college students pursuing ag-related degrees and America’s Farmers Grow Rural Education, which works with farmers to nominate rural school districts to compete for $10,000 and $25,000 math and science grants. Visit www.AmericasFarmers.com to learn more. The Monsanto Fund, the philanthropic arm of the Monsanto Company, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening the communities where farmers and Monsanto Company employees live and work. Visit the Monsanto Fund at www.monsantofund.org.
WINGS (Women of Immanuel IN God’s Service), was recently awarded a $2500 grant from Monsanto. Pictured are (Front)-Val Engebretson, Jennifer Curtis, Jolene Lonergan; (Middle)-Rev. Margaret Grant, Gilda Sura, Marilyn Knutson, Cindy Mayton; (Back)-Gen Riley, Bev Engebretson, Kim Patterson, Sandy Barebo, Mallisia Algeo, John Olson, Carla Olson and Mary Kieffer
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. Alanon/ADCH/Alateen meets every Thursday 5:30 p.m. at Clear Lake Community Center, VFW Room 122/123. Children and youth welcome. Open meeting every 5th Tuesday of the month. Renee 715-768-5532, Richard 715-554-7277, Teresa 612-636-3244. 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 p.m. and Fridays 5:30 p.m. (open) at Clear Lake Community Center, VFW Rooms 122/123. Children and youth welcome on Fridays. Richard 715-554-7277, Teresa 612-636-3244. 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 Saturday 6 p.m. St. Croix Casino & Hotel, Turtle Lake. Room 121. Everyone welcome to attend. Info call Pat at 715-553-2859. 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. Veteran’s Support Group. 1st 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 (April through October) at 7 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. (No meetings November through March). Meetings are free of charge and open to the public. 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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Doctors and Smoke A little unusual view of life in and around Amery Growing up this week, in Amery but three Loren Elkin scenes have emerged that involve elements of the above title. The first involves dentistry. My experiences in the dental chair were not good memories. I’d dread the time and date of my next appointment and when I did go the slow drill and lack of anesthesia made for a miserable time. Didn’t know about Novocain until a couple friends told me about it, and when I did finally ask for and get it, it wasn’t effective. Why? He’d often “shoot” it into me and then go for coffee at the Amery Bakery two doors down from the Clinic. By the time he came back, the deadener was losing ground. The smoke part came when he drilled in and worked on my front teeth. A combination of items went into this project, and all I distinctly recall was at one point smoke created at the scene of the work. It was so defined, rising in front of my eyes and emphasized by the bright overhead light. Oh, and by the way, there also was a smell, but that’s not as distinct. The 2nd memory takes place in that same clinic, an office visit to Doctor K.Karl Ford. Having knee problems, I went to him to find out what I could do for the pain and
the bump in the front of my knee. There wasn’t much he could do for it, but he did give it a name (Osgood’s Schlatter) and tell me that maybe aspirin would help when it really got sore. The smoking element comes from his practice of smoking cigarettes. In that small office while talking to his patients, he often smoked. When I tell young people about that today, it astounds them. But at the time smoking was common among a lot of people so smoking in that atmosphere felt natural and normal. The 3rd memory comes from my time spent with Doctor Marra in the
room lights and examined the wart using that single bulb focus light. He told me I’d feel a little prick of pain, the deadener, and a couple minutes later the removal procedure began. All I could see was the good doctor as well as my mom, a registered nurse, looking at the bottom of my foot. Taking some kind of heat producing instrument, he pushed it into the wart to destroy it. The byproduct of that action? Smoke. There was Doc Marra wearing glasses of some kind, and the single light focused on the scene, smoke rising to the ceiling. Not painful, yet, but a memorable sight. And
A photo of Amery taken from the old water tower in about 1960. The Clinic, where Dr. Marra practiced, is pictured in the center of the photo.
Amery Clinic. For a time a planter’s wart bothered me, a wart on the ball of my foot just below my big toe. At a time when it became painful daily, my mom set up an appointment to have it removed. A little nervous, I knew that Dr. Marra would handle it gently and would walk me through it. Lying on the examing table, he turned out the
smell, a flesh smell. Wart gone, memory seared into my brain. A Free Press article about Doctor Marra is in the works, and it should appear soon. Working with the new editor Jessica to interview him this week. Email Loren: elkfarm@wctc.net
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AMERY COMMUNITY EDUCATION If you did not receive a brochure in the mail, you can pick one up at the public library, any of the 4 schools, or other locations around town. You can also view and/or download the catalog on the Amery School website. 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. Knitting: Felted Bags: Learn to change the look and feel of your knitting with a little hot water. We will knit a wool bag in-the-round and then learn to felt it in a washing machine. This class is great for beginning and experienced knitters alike. Supply list available from Comm Ed. Thursdays, Mar 3-31 (skip Mar 24) from 6 - 8 p. Fee $24 to Community Ed, pre-register Cold Process Soap, Advanced Techniques: Join us for an overview of the cold process soap making basics and safety and then we will take an advanced look at different techniques of soaping: layers, swirls, tiger stripes, and more! Everyone will go home with soap to cure and use later. Mar 10 from 6-8:30 p. Fee $20, pre-register with Comm Ed. Supply fee $7, pay at class. Food: Friend or Foe? Two moms on a mission to provide healthier options and choices for families! Join us as we demonstrate just how easy and fun working with “real” food can be! Receive copies of some of our favorite recipes, lists of suggested professional books, websites and blogs, and you will get to sample a few of our creations! It is our goal to inspire or re-ignite your passion for a healthier you! March 10 from 6-7:30 p. Fee $12, pre-register with Community Ed. Supply fee $5 to pay at class Cleaning-Cabinet Makeover: Join us for this fun workshop to make your own multi-purpose household cleaner. We will also discuss ways to makeover your cleaning cabinet with natural products and essential oils. You will feel good knowing you are not using toxic chemicals in your home and will be leading your family to better health. March 10 from 7-9 p. Fee $9 to Community Ed - pre-register. Supply fee $5, pay at class Optional supply fee: $10 for a bottle of Wild Orange oil - pay in class Snowshoeing: Learn how to snowshoe while exploring the beautiful trails through the school forest. If you already know how to snowshoe, sign up anyway and join us for a tour of the trails. Easy and fun for the whole fam-
ily! Reserve your snowshoes early by calling 715-268-9771 x220 or feel free to bring your own pair. March 12 from 1011 a. Fee $9 per person to Community Ed. Pre-register. Sunday PowerUp Open Gym for Families: Looking for an indoor space to run, jump and play with your whole family? Open gyms are a chance for kids and families to bounce a ball, shoot some hoops, play catch or just run around and be active together. For families with children of all ages. Parents/Guardians must stay in the gym with the children. Sunday, March 13 from 1:30-3:30 pm in the Intermediate School. No fee. Basketball Winter Rec for Youth and Families on Sundays in the Amery Middle School gym from 1:303:30 p through March 20. 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. Pickleball - Open Gym - Come play the fastest growing recreational sport in the nation on Wednesday evenings from 5:45-8 p through March 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. 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. New session: Sundays until March 20 from 3:45-6 p in the Middle School gym (use the north doors). Fee $10 per session. Pre-register with Comm Ed or pay your first time in the gym.
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Amery woman honored for knitted donations For three years, Team Yarn - Head Huggers has been honoring people battling cancer by gifting beautiful handmade hats, shawls and lapghans. Dedicated member Bernice Foster of Amery, Wis. was recognized at the third anniversary meet-up for making 80 items in 2015. Other members in the top 5 for handmade contributions were: Sandra Slater of Ramsey with 168, Linda Moore of Fridley with 95, Lorraine Herges of Cambridge with 47, and Tesha Christensen Pettit of Minneapolis with 26. Most of the items made by group members were from yarn that had been donated. The group was begun by Amy (Slater) Pass and Tesha Christensen Pettit in 2012 in honor of Amy’s mother, former Isanti resident Cheryl Slater, and the brave battle she fought with a rare and aggressive form of skin cancer. Both Pass and Pettit now live in Minneapolis, but grew up in Isanti County. “The group continues to receive feedback
ming, Minn. “This was especially timely and poignant, as one of our group members knitted several hats in grief and in remembrance of her neighbor and friend, who committed suicide,” said Pass. “We have a number of group members who participated in the 5K this year and in past years.” All told, Team Yarn members made 558 items in 2015. “We passed the milestone of 2,000 items Bernice Foster of Amery, Wis. holds up two of the 80 items she made and donated to Team Yarn - Head Huggers in 2015. since our beginning, and we’ve reached a Her niece, Amy Pass, is one of the founders of the group. grand total 2,154!,”reTeam Yarn donated marked Pass. “Give on the quality of items, and the care that clear- to nine different facili- yourselves a giant pat on ly goes into each piece,” ties in 2015: Cambridge the back.” To get involved, drop observed Pass. “Thanks Hospital Harbor Room, to every single one of you Ronald McDonald House off items during the for generously giving of in Minneapolis, Minne- monthly meet-up on the your time, energy and sota Oncology in Min- third Sunday of every creativity to make Team neapolis, Fairview Riv- month, 1-3 p.m., at SilYarn more than success- erside NICU, University verwood Park in Minneof Minnesota Masonic apolis, Minn. For more ful.” Team Yarn has more Children’s Hospital, St. information or to send to be proud of than just John’s Hospital, Wood- a donation, email amyCancer Care inthewind@gmail.com. numbers. From Christ- winds mas hats and big fluffy Center, the VA Medical Be sure to stay updated blankets tied up with Center, and Minneapolis by browsing teamyarn. blogspot.com or visit the bows to hats with scarves Children’s Hospital. In addition, Team group’s Facebook page. and flowers and pretty little ribbons, this group Yarn contributed hats honors people by gifting to the Alissa M. Haines things we would want to Stomp Out Suicide 5K silent auction in Wyoreceive ourselves.
BIRTHS Amery Hospital & Clinic Grayson Dean-Joseph Benjamin-Matrious, 9 lbs. 5 ozs., born on January 25 to Lexi Benjamin and Karl Matrious Jr., Luck. Quentin Eli Mosay, 9 lbs. 7.5 ozs., born on January 29 to Ashley Matrious and Carlos Mosay, Luck. Oden Matthew Coen, 7 lbs. 7.6 ozs., born on February 1 to Stephanie and Jason Coen, Amery. Oakley Maureen Kvaal, 8 lbs. 3 ozs., born on February 3 to Felicia and Matthew Kvaal, Balsam Lake. Wyatt Everett Anderson, 7 lbs. 4.5 ozs., born on February 3 to Tianna Anderson and Cole Andersen, Dresser. Annabelle Jean Sadowski, 6 lbs. 10 ozs., born on February 7 to Rachel Geisdorf and Marc Sadowski, Amery. Brooklyn Louise Obermueller, 7 lbs. 13.4 ozs., born on February 9 to Kelsy Konder and John Obermueller, Glenwood City. Paisley Olivia Bottolfson, 5 lbs. 14 ozs., born on February 10 to Lisa Gaetz and Shawn Bottolfson, Clayton. Grant Ryan Lee, 8 lbs. 4 ozs., born on February 13 to Tara Lee and Ryan Lee, Amery. Aubrie Mae Flaherty, 7 lbs. 7.2 ozs., born on February 15 to Grace Lyons and Michael Flaherty, Boyceville.
St. Croix Regional Medical Center St. Croix Falls Anvi Naitikkumar Patel, 6 lbs. 9 ozs., born on February 14 to Kumariarpita Naitikkumar, St. Croix Falls. Westen James Wheeler, 6 lbs. 13 ozs., born on February 15 to Shawna Wheeler and Matthew Wheeler, Frederic. Rylee Winter Flanery, 8 lbs. 4 ozs., born on February 17 to Katherine Swenson and Thomas Flanery, North Branch, MN. Henry Michael Fischer, 8 lbs. 2 ozs., born on February 18 to Steven and Katy Fischer, Forest Lake, MN. Evelyn Christine Myers-Zenzen, 6 lbs. 9 ozs., born on February 19 to Marissa Nelson and Taylor Myers-Zenzen, Frederic.
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Design An Ad featured, plus welcome to March, Congratulations to area wrestlers! Welcome to March! This time of year, the weather is very unpredictable, but it sure is fun to get a chance to enjoy some mild temperatures when it is still the Winter season. And Saturday was one of those kind of days…it was beautiful! I know it is probably Mother Nature just teasPounding ing us but we will take it. Saturday we even took down our outside the Christmas decorations…I know you Pavement are thinking it is about time, and I agree with you . We got the lights Pam Humpal and garland down in time to hang the eggs for Spring and Easter. This issue of the paper contains a very special section-“Design An Ad” featuring ads for area businesses created by Amery students in Grade 5. Each student was assigned a business, given information about that business, and then had to draw an advertisement promoting that business. All of the kids did a great job! It’s fun to see the creativity that the students come up with. The “Design An Ad” section contains the ads chosen by the businesses which best describes their business. Thank you to all of the boys and girls who drew ads, the teachers for their assistance, and to the businesses for supporting the fun promotion. Next week’s issue on March 8 will contain additional “Design An Ad” creations. And thinking about the change of season, it’s time to plan for the 13th Annual Amery Spring Show sponsored by the Amery Free Press. The show is set for Friday & Saturday, April 1 & 2, at the Amery Ice Arena. Area businesses will be on hand to answer your questions on finances, home furnishings, windows, campers, vehicles, siding, remodeling, construction, recreation, heating, water conditioning, energy, electricity, and much more.
Demonstrations/talks will be available during the show. The Amery Hockey Association will have delicious concessions. Proceeds from the Amery Spring Show will benefit the Amery Hockey Association, the Amery Area Food Pantry plus a scholarship will be presented to a local student. Area businesses who would like more information on having a display at the Spring Show should please give me a call today at 715-268-8101. Now it is time for the Sports highlights… *Congratulations to the 2016 WIAA State Wrestling Champions-Hunter Marko 138#, Amery. Hunter also made it in the record books by being a 4-time state champion…that is quite an accomplishment! -Bennett Paulson 195#, Amery. Bennett is a 2-time state champion. -Ryan Anderson 106#, Clear Lake. Also, Congratulations to the following high school wrestlers for placing at the state tournament-Ian Ruble 220#, Clear Lake earned 2nd place. -Andrew Smith 126#, Amery earned 5th place. Thank you boys for doing a wonderful job representing our area at the state wrestling tournament! Congratulations to the Clayton Girls Basketball team for winning the Regional Championship. Good Luck as they advance to the Sectional play on Thursday, March 3, vs Thorp at Chetek-Weyerhaeuser. Winner will go to the Sectional final at Spooner on Saturday, March 5. Good Luck to the area Boys Basketball teams as they begin tournament play tonight, Tuesday, March 1. Happy Birthday wishes this week to my niece, Chloe, who will be 14 years old on March 6. Enjoy your special day! Have a great week…enjoy each day to the fullest!
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Otto, Larson attend Career and Technical Education summit Students from around the state were in Madison, Wisconsin for CTSO (Career and Technical Student Organization) Government Day, an event organized by an initiative known as all CTSO, which is a partnership of Wisconsin Career and Technical Education student organizations. February is national CTE month. Amery FCCLA’s Mykaela Otto, along with her adviser Mrs. Emily Larson learned about civic leadership and citizenship while meeting with and asking questions of legislators and government officials on career and workforce topics. Over 60 student state officers from across Wisconsin attended this state event. Mykaela did a wonderful job representing her high school and talking about Amery’s amazing CTE programs with an emphasis on Amery High School’s Family Consumer Science Program. Wisconsin’s career and technical student organizations have a long and proud tradition of serving students,” said State Superintendent Tony Evers. “By participating in these organizations and events like CTSO Government Day, students are learning about citizenship, teamwork, and other leadership skills that will help them graduate from high school ready for both college and careers.”
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Benefits of becoming a member of the Amery Community Center Our annual meeting was held on February 16th with approximately 60 members in attendance. The slate of candidates for the 2016 year was unanimously approved by the membership. After the meeting, President Todd Beaver appointed Jerry Tessman as Chair of the Finance and Governance Committee. Our 2016 Board of Directors are: Carl Johnson: Director, Todd Beaver: President, Milton Johnson: 1st Vice President, Judie Johnson: 2nd Vice President, Wendell Anderson: Director, Jerry Tessman: Chair of the Finance and Governance Committee, Bill Hegg: Chair of the Personnel and Volunteer Services Committee, Pete Waggoner: Director, Sue Johnson: Secretary and Dirk Prindle: Treasurer. We want to thank each of them for their dedication to the Amery Area Community Center! We have had some interest in having a quilt group in the evenings when some people in
the work force would be able to join. So we need some input from anyone interested – 1) What day works best, 2) What time works best, and 3) How many times a month do you want to meet – Once, every other week or weekly? We do have a group that meets Tuesdays at 9:30am and Circle of Sisters on the last Thursday of the month at 10am. If there is interest in a day group for another day, please let us know that too! Membership to the Community Center is required, the cost is only $20 a year. Starting March 1st, our Circuit Breakers Exercise Room hours will be Monday – Thursday, 7am to 430pm and Friday 7am to 2pm. If there is anyone out there that would be interested in extended hours (to 6pm Monday through Thursday) please let us know! Remember, our exercise room is available to Members of the Community Center for only $10/month! Get a new friend to sign up and be-
come a member, and you both will get a month free after a one-month purchase! Must be at least 21 years old. Join the Stamp N’ Scrappers and be part of a fun group!! They meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 6pm. You can bring your own projects or use the Center’s supplies. The instructor will help you make cards, scrapbook pages or other fun projects. Just stop in anytime and see what we have to offer! Membership is required to attend; the cost is only $20/year. We have a trip planned to see the Minnesota Twins vs. Tampa Bay Rays at Target Field on June 4th. Cost is $50 for members, $70 for non-members, with the difference going towards your 2016 membership. Excellent pavilion seats! Bus leaves Amery Community Center at 9:30am for a 1:10pm game. We need at least 20 people to sign up and only 35 seats available. There will be chances to win prizes on the bus! Bus
will drop off at the front gate. Thanks to CARL JOHNSON for being our trip guide! Sign up & pay by May 16th. Sponsored by Amery Community Center IT PAYS to be a member of the Amery Area Community Center!! Get ready for some fun events and free prizes this coming year – some of our events and activities will feature door prizes and drawings, ranging anywhere from Gift Certificates to local merchants to large items, such as TV’s, Appliances and other great prizes! If you bring a guest to our events, you get an extra chance and if they join, even more chances! Keep checking our Facebook page and the column in the Amery Free Press for more details in 2016! Are you looking for a place to hold a reception, party or other gathering? We have the place for you! We have large rooms, small rooms and a certified kitchen with competitive prices. We are a gathering
place for support groups as well, so if you need a place to hold things, please come and talk to us. Non-profit groups are welcome to have meetings here at no charge. Please call us at 715.268.6605 if you have questions. Gary Snelling was first in pool this week, with Mary Fisher bringing up second, Jim Webb third and Paul Seidel fourth. Roger Luvold won the consolation prize this week. There was no Wii Bowling this week because of the annual meeting. Kate Kellerman came in first in Wednesday bridge, Judy Struble second. Paul Seidel was first at Thursday pool, Gary Snelling second, Mary Fisher third and Milt Johnson fourth. Don’t forget all members are encouraged to come and join in the fun! Thank you all for playing! Have a great week! Kari Fladwood - Director
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Riverbend Senior Living in Amery is looking for an experienced line cook to manage the kitchen in the absence of the head chef. This position is 30 hours per week, full time. If you are looking for a way to have a rewarding career, serving seniors with the finest in dining, please apply online through indeed or in person at Riverbend Senior Living, 475 Golfview Lane, Amery, WI 54001.
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Positive Alternatives is now accepting resumes for a Program Coordinator position. This Program Coordinator will join the leadership team of a growing agency and manage the group home in Amery. The Program Coordinator is responsible for implementing and maintaining an organized, therapeutic environment for at-risk youth. Responsibilities include development, oversight, and implementation of group home programing for youth as well as hiring and supervising staff and volunteers, and participating in and contributing to agency initiatives through membership of the leadership team. Ideal candidates will be a strong leader, positive, highly motivated, organized, confident, and willing to learn new things. To be successful, a candidate will need excellent written and verbal communication skills. Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree in a human services related field and 2-4 years of experience. Experience with staff supervision, program oversight, and adolescents is preferred but not required. This is a full time position and will primarily be daytime hours Monday through Friday, but some evening and weekend hours will be required. The position is primarily located in our Amery Group Home. Some travel is required to our other agency locations regularly, and also to trainings or conferences a couple times a year. This is a salaried position, with starting salary range from $38,520-$43,096 plus benefits, along with the possibility of regular annual pay increases. Benefits include health, dental, and supplemental insurance, paid holidays and paid time off, health and dependent care flexible spending and a retirement investment option. To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and three references to Positive Alternatives, Attn: Kelli Kamholz, 603 Terrill Rd, Menomonie, WI 54751, or via email to kkamholz@positive-alternatives. org on or before Monday, March 14th, 2016. Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements will be screened out. Please email with questions.
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Positive Alternatives, Inc. is currently accepting applications for part-time Resident Counselors (Direct Care staff) to work with adolescent girls living in the Group Foster Home located in Amery, WI. Resident Counselors are responsible for maintaining a therapeutic environment for the residents while running the daily schedule and providing structure in the home. Resident Counselors work both one on one with the youth in the home, as well as run various group and recreational activities. The ideal candidate should be energetic, creative, assertive, and highly motivated. The ability to establish rapport with youth, parents, and collateral professionals is a must. Also necessary are good computer skills, as well as the ability to accurately complete professional documentation. Wage: $10.50-$10.75 per hour starting, with the possibility of regular increases. This position requires availability of two weekends, 8-12 hour shifts, per month in addition to rotating holidays. Holidays worked are paid at the hourly rate of time and a half. Additional weekend and/or evening shifts are available if desired. Applicants may print an application at www.positive-alternatives.org and email to: kkamholz@ positive-alternatives.org. Applicants may also mail applications to: Positive Alternatives, Attn: Kelli Kamholz 1370 60th Ave, Amery, WI 54001
Intervention Case Manager/Mentor Positive Alternatives, Inc. is currently accepting applications for part-time Intervention Services Case Managers to work with youth in the Polk County area. Intervention Services of Positive Alternatives provides services to at-risk youth and families through community based programs including mentoring, Check and Connect, day supervision and supervised visitation. Case Managers are responsible for delivering effective and timely service to the youth and families on their caseload and as needed. $10.50 to $11.00/hour starting pay, average 20 hours/wk. Bachelor’s degree is preferred for this position. To apply, resumes can be mailed or emailed to: Colette Hummel, Program Coordinator 603 Terrill Road, Menomonie Wi 54751, or emailed to Chummel@positive-alternatives. org. Deadline to apply is March 14th, or until positions are filled.
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Machine/Slitter Operators 2nd Shift and Weekend Shift POLK COUNTY POSITION ANNOUNCEMENTS Social Worker – Children & Family Services $23.80/hr. Human Services Full-time – 37.5 hours/week Position will have specific responsibilities related to children with long term support needs. Duties could include, but are not limited to the following: assessment, case planning, support to children and families, education, documentation, collaboration within the Department and outside the Department, referral, case management, and resource development/support. Candidates must be a certified Social Worker by the State of Wisconsin, or eligible for certification and certified within two years of employment. Deadline to apply: March 15, 2016
Trient Technologies, a Division of EIS, Woodville, WI, a growing company is seeking energetic and knowledgeable candidates for 2nd shift and weekend shift operation of rotary die cutting and slitting equipment. Ideal candidates should have two years machine operations experience or equivalent trade school training. Fast paced work environment. Trient offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits package, and a clean work environment. Send resume to Joe Ekhaml @ ekhamlj@trienttech. com or mail resume to Trient Technologies, Inc., Attn: Human Resources, 480 Thompson Rd., Woodville, WI 54028. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Willow Ridge Healthcare is seeking CNA's to contribute to our fantastic staffing! Are you looking for an employer who cares about you and the residents you serve? THEN THIS IS THE PLACE FOR YOU! We are seeking multiple positions on our staff due to new positions created. Full or Part time PM (2-10) and Full Time NOC (10-6). We are also interested in those who may want to work a partial shift (4-8p). A great opportunity for students and full time workers who want a job on the side! If you really care about giving back to our elderly in a clean and open atmosphere, please contact us- you are who we are looking for! Competitive wages, health benefits, and employee parties are just a few of the ways we make working with us worthwhile! To find out more, please contact Stefanie Holmberg at 715-268-8171 or stop in to pick up an application. We look forward to meeting you!
Health Division Director/ DOQ Health Officer ($70,000 - $83,720) 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 health 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: March 8, 2016 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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Wrestlers receive warm welcome home
Wrestlers were driven into town in trucks from the Amery Fire Department.
Amery Athletic Director Josh Gould had Cross Country State Champion Alicia Monson join wrestling champions Bennett Paulson and Hunter Marko inside the Amery Fire Station. Gould told students in attendance that the trio have eight state titles and earned them through hard work, something he encouraged others to emulate.
Over 50 people turned out to welcome the wrestlers home. Honking of horns and blaring of sirens were heard up and down Keller Ave.
ASSIGNMENTS
Amery school 5th Graders were asked to
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DESIGN AN AD
“Design An Ad”
MARCH 1, 2016
DESIGNED BY
Helen Buenzli Mrs. Montana’s class
1. Presented information to 5th grade students from the participating businesses for their ads. 2. Students analyzed information and then created the ads. 3. Participating businesses reviewed the student’s ad designs, and chose the best one for their business. (Additional “Design An Ad” selections by various businesses will be in the March 8 issue of the Amery Free Press.)
Thank you to the business owners and employees for taking part in the selection process of the Amery Free Press 2015 “Design An Ad” promotion.
The students are also pictured with their winning ad creation.
Jessica de la Cruz, Bette Elmer, Pam Humpal, Mike Jacob, Diane Stangl, Tom Stangl
Amery Free Press
DESIGN AN AD
MARCH 1, 2016
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DESIGNED BY
DESIGNED BY
Ava Green
Miguel Herrera
Mr. Fisk’s class
Stephanie Shilts, Chili Ilazi, Pam Wiegand
Amery Family Restaurant
Mr. Fisk’s class
Sarah Flanum, Brielle Hopkins
Chet Johnson Drug
3B
4B
DESIGN AN AD
AMERY FREE PRESS
DESIGNED BY
Tyler Jackson Mrs. Curtis’s class
MARCH 1, 2016
DESIGNED BY
Sophia Danielson Mrs. Montana’s class
Troy Keller, Doc Watson, Sam Olson, Natalie Keller
Ronda Knutson
Amery Chevrolet
Amery Hospital & Clinic
DESIGN AN AD
MARCH 1, 2016
DESIGNED BY
April Walker Mrs. Montana’s class
Dirk Prindle, Margo Rosen
Carlson Highland
AMERY FREE PRESS
DESIGNED BY
Amelia Foeller Mrs. Bartlett’s class
Yvette Tourville, Bobbi Langan
Countryside Cooperative The Country Store
5B
6B
DESIGN AN AD
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DESIGNED BY
MARCH 1, 2016
DESIGNED BY
Grace Carlson
Torri Jonns
Mrs. Montana’s class
Mrs. Curtis’s class
Cliff Dischinger, Henry Stephenson
Arica Boudreau, Amy Jo Tolzman
Dick’s Fresh Market
Ellie’s Ice Cream
DESIGN AN AD
MARCH 1, 2016
AMERY FREE PRESS
DESIGNED BY
DESIGNED BY
Kaitlyn Peterson
Adella Braun
Mr. Fisk’s class
Mrs. Curtis’s class
Nancy Amirante, Jackie Sorensen, Cheryl Meier
Family Eye Clinic
7B
Wendy Johnson, Dana Reese, Linda Framsted, Amy Friederichs
Golden Age Manor
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MARCH 1, 2016
Amery 5th Graders
Mrs. Bartlett’s class Back row, left to right, Maya Curtis, Madison Schilling, Carter Nielsen, Grant Cook, Bridgett Madison, Mrs. Bartlett. Middle row: Zachary Long, Nico Byrnes, Jaclyn Reed, Tyler Meier, Caleb Carlson. Front row: Madelyn Mike, Amelia Foeller, Cole Madsen, Logan Dockendorf, Daniel Koch, Lucy Kube, Marissa Smith. Not pictured: Mercedes Dravis, Jaxon Ellingsworth, Rachel Garves, Kaylana Tryon, Tanner Vold
Mr. Simonson’s class Back row, left to right, Mr. Simonson, Malone Plaski, Connor Carlson, Nevaeh LaPage, Jack Trandum, Lauren Sobczak. Middle row: Max Sigsworth, Blu Anderson, Anna Boe-Parish, Roxanne Tritt, Ryan Hanson, Brendan Burke. Front row: Hannah Justice, Theodore Rasmussen, Megan Wolf, Aurora Schwartz, Brayden Prindle, Emilie Krahulec. Not pictured: Maverick Goulet, Tristen Wittman, Alexa Warshall
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Mrs. Montana’s class Back row, left to right, Mrs. Montana, Max Mike, Garret Tyman, Grace Carlson, Sophia Danielson, Gabby Bowen. Middle row: April Walker, Hunter Beese, Veronica Fox, Kaden Kobs, Eden Hose, Truc Nguyen. Front row: Jens Lindquist, Isaac Helbig, Derrick Chute, Logan Osero, Helen Buenzli, Chad Sarsland, Annabelle Fisk.
Mrs. Curtis’s class Back row, left to right, Mrs. Curtis, Anna Powell, Emily Oman, Mia Brotzel, Torri Jonns, Jammal Hassan, Anarene Evenson, Gabe Graski, Kobe Stinson, Adella Braun, Skylar Hutton. Front row: Jonny Mahoney, Rachel Mallum, Joslyn Miller, Frankie Novak, Landen Krueger, Chase Lindner, Jayden Lynk. Not pictured: Tyler Jackson, Annie Zinn, Ryan Widerski, Connor Grimm.
Mr. Fisk’s class Front row, left to right: Bradley Seline, Ava Green, Xavier Parton, Ella Fulton, Ike Hoffman, Desiree Wishard, Kaitlyn Peterson. Middle row: Ryder Fern, Miguel Herrera, Tyler Burns, Ashleigh Holloman, Addie Amundsen, Kaileigh Hosking, Dylan Trudeau. Back row: Makenna Nelson, Tori LaPointe, Wyatt Christian, Aidan Leggett, Ethan Bottolfson, Gavin Folkert, Mr. Fisk. Not pictured: Ulric Gatica, Alex Bakken, Osten Osero
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DESIGN AN AD
AMERY FREE PRESS
MARCH 1, 2016
DESIGNED BY
DESIGNED BY
Landen Krueger
Annie Zinn
Mrs. Curtis’s class
Mrs. Curtis’s class
Dr. Jennifer Waidelich, Dr. Cory Gosso
Gosso-Waidelich Chiropractic
Jake and Sonja Jensen
Jensen Furniture
DESIGN AN AD
MARCH 1, 2016
DESIGNED BY
Lauren Sobczak Mr. Simonson’s class
Dr. Doug Podoll, Christina Cunningham
Kristo Orthodontic
AMERY FREE PRESS
DESIGNED BY
Annabelle Fisk Mrs. Montana’s class
Nicole Norlund, Delainey Gorne, Marney Hendrickson, Dr. Abby Coodin
Painted Sky Veterinary Services
11B
12B
DESIGN AN AD
AMERY FREE PRESS
MARCH 1, 2016
DESIGNED BY
DESIGNED BY
Aaron Collins
Hannah Justice
Mrs. Montana’s class
Mr. Simonson’s class
Jesus and Dania Sanchez
Jim Leadholm
Garibaldi’s
Leadholm & LaMere Insurance Agency
DESIGN AN AD
MARCH 1, 2016
AMERY FREE PRESS
DESIGNED BY
DESIGNED BY
Veronica Fox
Bridgett Madison
Mrs. Montana’s class
Mrs. Bartlett’s class
Carl Nilssen
Nilssen’s Market
13B
Dr. Jill Armstrong
Northwest Wisconsin Veterinary Service
14B
DESIGN AN AD
AMERY FREE PRESS
MARCH 1, 2016
DESIGNED BY
DESIGNED BY
Truc Nguyen
Isaac Helbig
Mrs. Montana’s class
Mrs. Montana’s class
Ronda Ohmann, Karen Gorres, Dave Klingelhoets
Northwest Communications
Lisa Sizemore, Nichole Williams, Dena Cress
Stone Creek Custom Interiors
DESIGN AN AD
MARCH 1, 2016
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DESIGNED BY
DESIGNED BY
Jaclyn Reed
Kaileigh Hosking
Mrs. Bartlett’s class
Mr. Fisk’s class
Back row, Matt Kurtzhals, Deb Waalen, Joan O’Fallon, Todd Schulte Front row, Sandy Beauvais, LuAnn Chelberg, Rebekah Lindner
Polk Burnett Electric Cooperative
Mark Luehman
Slumberland
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16B
DESIGN AN AD
AMERY FREE PRESS
MARCH 1, 2016
DESIGNED BY
DESIGNED BY
Jens Lindquist
Daniel Koch
Mrs. Montana’s class
Jackie Lane
The Law Firm of Williams and Davis
Mrs. Bartlett’s class
Mary Streich, Becky Martin
River Place Dental