Amery Free Press March 3, 2020

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Records give insight into history of city’s agreement with hospital

BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

What caused the City of Amery to part ways with the Condo Association agreement they had with the hospital?

In documents obtained by the Amery Free Press through Wisconsin’s Open Records Law, a history is given of the West Campus Condo Association (WCCA) agreement and the financial responsibility of the city and hospital. It

also reveals the challenges of maintaining an older building.

According to the association agreement, the city and hospital were updated annually concerning maintenance and replacement costs. The city cites the aging heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) as a major factor in their decision to leave the agreement.

The WCCA was formed in 2008 after the city purchased two units from the

hospital and the association manages the condos. The association board determines building assessments on an annual basis. The parking lot and surrounding land is under the ownership of Amery Hospital and Clinic (AHC) and the value of the land and parking lots need to be considered if options for a change in ownership would be considered. According to a condo APRIL ZIEMER | AMERY FREE PRESS

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Amery Hospital and Clinic Main Campus

Numerous U.S. states questioning Daylight saving

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Each year through a fundraising project, Simonson’s pupils try to raise money for something that will make in difference in both communities.

Daylight saving time begins at 2 a.m. Sunday, March 8, 2020, when you’ll move your clocks forward by one hour to 3 a.m. This means you should be prepared to lose an hour of sleep, but in return, you will gain an extra hour of daylight.

Some U.S. states are “springing ahead” with their own ideas on daylight saving time.

Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Marianas, Hawaii and most of Arizona, do not observe the time change. The exception in Arizona is in the Navajo Nation, which takes part in the biannual clock change to and from daylight saving time.

The state of Utah will spring ahead this year, and, if the governor signs a new bill, the state may stay at that time permanently.

In February, the Utah House voted in favor of making daylight saving time permanent and sent the bill to Gov. Gary Herbert’s desk for final approval. The House approved the legislation with a vote of 70 to 1.

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Cole Huelsman, Addie Gould, Sophia Trandum and Ginger Livingston are shown with an example of signs made by students in Mr. Simonson’s fifth grade class to collect items needed by residents of Amory, Mississippi.

Amery students work to assist Amory residents

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Through the efforts of Michael Simonson, Amery fifth grade instructor, and his students over the past four years, a project called Amery 2 Amory has blossomed a relation-

ship between the communities of Amery, WI. and Amory Mississippi.

Amory, MS., is about twice the size of Amery WI. and each year Simonson’s classes enjoy learning about differences and similarities between their home and the neighbors located 996.9 miles to the

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AMORY: Pupils hopeful supplies will help sister city CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1

Addie Gould and Sophia Trandum, students in Simonson’s class, explained that in past years, students have had fundraisers to raise money for specific projects. Amory, MS. has recently experienced flooding.

Monroe County, where Amory is located has faced several bouts of severe weather that has caused damage to buildings and significant flooding. In the middle of January, many streets in Amory were faced road closures due to the damage and more rain is expected in weeks. “Because they are our Sister City, we would like to help them,” said Gould.

Instead of fundraising for a certain organization in Amory, this year pupils felt collecting needed items would be the best way to assist. Items the fifth grade students felt would be beneficial to residents of Amory are socks, toilet paper, deodorant, soap bars, dental floss, toothbrushes and toothpaste. Gould said, “We think these items are really going to help them.”

Trandum, said donation boxes will be located at all four school buildings, Amery City Hall and Dental Arts. The boxes will be out for donations March 8-14.

Parents can send donations with their students if they would like to. If someone has a large donation or would like to donate

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Boxes with the information shown above will be located at all Amery schools, Amery City Hall and Dental Arts March 8-14.

outside of those dates, Gould and Trandum said their teacher, Mr. Simonson, could be reached at the Amery Intermediate School.

Gould said, “You could probably talk to our principal, Ms. Schock, too.”

Depending on the amount collected, students will be either mailing the donation down to Amory or will have it driven down by a few volunteers who have offered, should there be a large amount.

“It makes me feel amazing knowing that this will help the

people down there. This is probably a really rough time for them,” said Trandum. Gould said, “It makes me feel really good to help people. Flooding can make it really hard for people to do their normal everyday living.”

Gould and Trandum said they think it is a great experience for their entire class to work on together. They are hoping the community jumps in to help with the effort. “I think people in Amery are really good about helping others,” said Trandum.

Ice fishers take note - your ice house or shanty will need to be removed from the lake if you’re not using it after March 15.

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) has several dates for ice fishers when it comes to vacant ice houses.

All ice fishing shelters, when not in daily use, must be removed from Lake Michigan, Lake Superior, Green Bay and all other inland waters north of Highway 64 by the first Sunday following March 12. All inland waters south of Highway 64 were to be removed by March 1.

Sarah Hoye of the WDNR said, ice houses can be used after the removal date, but they must be in use.

“People can still use a shanty on a daily basis, but have to be in it,” Hoye said. “You can’t set it up, leave to grab lunch and come back 4 hours later.”

Wisconsin boundary water ice shelters were supposed to be removed from the Wisconsin-Iowa boundary waters by Feb. 20. Boundary water ice houses with Michigan are set to be removed by March 15 and with Minnesota on March 1.

In Minnesota, the DNR says ice houses need to be removed from inland waters across the southern two-thirds of the state on March 2. On March 16, the northern one-third of the state.

Dates of removal are determined by an east-west line formed by U.S. Hwy. 10, east along Hwy. 34 to Minnesota Hwy. 200, east along Hwy. 200 to U.S. Hwy. 2, and east along Hwy. 2 to the Minnesota-Wisconsin border,” according to the Minnesota DNR. “After removal dates, shelters may remain on the ice between midnight and one hour before sunrise only when occupied or attended. Storing or leaving shelters on a public access is prohibited.”

DAYLIGHT SAVING: Not all states on board with twice yearly time adjustments CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1

The one opposing vote came from Rep. Robert Spendlove, who wasn’t opposed to ending the midyear time change but wanted the permanent time to add the extra hour of daylight in the morning, not in the evening. His peers disagreed, and the evening hour of daylight was approved in the final vote.

If the governor signs the bill, the change would not immediately take effect. First, the state would seek approval from Congress. The bill also stipulates that four other west coast states must agree on the time change as well before it is implemented in Utah.

At least 40 U.S. states have taken up legislation to adopt either daylight saving or standard time year-round.

Massachusetts is considering going year-round to Atlantic Standard Time, the same time in places such as Nova Scotia and Puerto Rico, but the change would not take effect unless New Hampshire, Maine and Rhode Island agreed to do the same.

Daylight saving time has been around since World War I. Germany and Austria were the first countries to use Daylight saving in 1916. Canada and Germany soon followed and eventually the United Kingdom and France.

During World War II, President Franklin Roosevelt instituted yearround daylight saving time, called "War Time," from Feb. 9, 1942 to Sept. 30, 1945.

From 1945 to 1966, there was no federal law regarding daylight saving time, so states and localities were free to choose

whether or not to observe daylight saving time and could choose when it began and ended. This understandably caused confusion.

It became the actual law of the land for the U.S. with the Uniform Time Act of 1966. Though the exact dates; now the second Sunday in March and the first Sunday in November, have changed some over the years. Any State that wanted to be exempt from daylight saving time could do so by passing a state law.

Arizona cited its hot climate in getting an exception, and Hawaii cited its tropical latitude, which means there isn't much variation in daylight in the summer and winter months.

President Trump has also floated making daylight saving time permanent. Last March, he tweeted, “Making daylight saving time permanent is OK with me!”

According to a poll by The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research, 4 in 10 Americans would like to see their clocks stay on standard

time year-round, while about 3 in 10 prefer to stay on daylight saving time.

About another 3 in 10 prefer what is the status quo in most of the United States, switching back and forth between daylight saving time in the summer and standard time in the winter.

Like it or not, as of now, residents in Wisconsin will have keep adjusting to the twice yearly clock adjustment. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends you go to bed an hour early Saturday and get children to bed early too. They pay more attention to their internal clocks than timepieces, so implement the routine Saturday night to help them adjust to the lighter-than-usual bedtime, so they'll be set up for a good night's sleep before school Monday.

What are the best ways to avoid sleep deprivation? The CDC says this already affects about one-third of adults in the U.S., outside of time changes. Tips provided by the CDC include: Limiting your caffeine intake in the late afternoon and evening, do not eat a big meal

right before bedtime, if you are using the extra hour of daylight at the end of the day for exercise, make sure your session ends at least three hours before bedtime, because the energy boost that exercise gives you can cause insomnia.

Try to wind down with a warm bath or shower.

Let the sun shine in. Experts say that pulling back the curtains and allowing the sun to shine in the windows in the morning improves alertness during the day. You're also more likely to feel sleepy when it is time to go to bed. It is suggested to turn off the bright lights an hour or two before you go to bed, including the television, your computer and other electronic devices. Read a relaxing book or listen to soothing music instead. Also, try to watch the length of your naps.

Authorities say the time changes are also a good day to change the batteries in your smoke detectors. Daylight saving time ends Nov. 1, 2020, when we’ll move our clocks back an hour and lose an hour of daylight.

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MARCH 5 & 7 Friends of the Amery Area Public Library Book Sale

HOW TO REACH US: Our offices are located at 215 Keller Ave. S. We are open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. every weekday. Call: (715) 268-8101 or fax at (715) 268-5300, or visit www.theameryfreepress.com.

The Friends of the Amery Area Public Library will have a Book Sale on Thursday, March 5 from 4 to 6:30 p.m. and Saturday, March 7 from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Amery Area Public Library. $3 Bag Sale–all genres and media. Special: Free boxes of books. First come basis. Available until gone.

MARCH 7 Cabin Fever Craft & Vendor Event Join the Apple River Fire & Rescue for their 2nd Annual Craft and Vendor Event, Cabin Fever on Saturday, March 7 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at BrowTine Restaurant & Event Center, 1361 100th Street, Amery.

There will be over 25 local vendors and a silent auction benefiting the Apple River Fire Department. Music and karaoke will be provided by KarJackers Entertainment. Sponsored by Swan Beach Vendor Events.

Amery Area Historical Society Museum Amery Area Historical Society (AAHS) Museum will hold an open house on Saturday, March 7 from 10 a.m. to noon. The museum is currently located in the lower level of the Amery Area Public Library.

Families and individuals are welcome to attend.

MARCH 5 & 9 Movie Time Educational movie series. Free admission. Interesting history with a purpose to unite.

Thursday, March 5 at 10 a.m. and Monday, March 9 at 6:30 p.m. at the Osceola Discovery Center, 310 Chieftain St, Room 205, Osceola.

Sponsored by the Polk County Republican Party.

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Concerned Citizens of the Amery Area A crowd gathered February 27 at the Amery Community Center for the first meeting of the Concerned Citizens of the Amery Area. They discussed community concerns regarding the upcoming move of the Amery Area Public Library.

olic Church, 1050 Keller Ave. N, Amery, for a Lenten Fish Fry on Fridays, March 13, 20, 27 and April 3 serving from 4:30 to 7 p.m. or until sold out! On the menu: deep-fried battered cod, baked cod, potato, veggie, coleslaw, buns, macaroni and cheese for non-fish eaters, a small dessert and beverages. There is a fee. Beer will be available for an extra cost.

This event is hosted by the Apple River Knights of Columbus Amery and St. Joseph parish volunteers.

MARCH 19 Amery Area Historical Society Meetings Mark your calendars! The Amery Area Historical Society will hold a Board Meeting on March 19 at 1 p.m. The Membership Meeting will follow at 2 p.m. This meeting will begin with a panel presentation on displayed agricultural implements in the Museum. The Historical Society Museum is located in the lower level of the Amery Area Public Library.

Visitors are always welcome.

Job Fair There will be a Job Fair on Tuesday, March 10 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Polk County Government Center East Conference Room on the 2nd floor, 100 Polk Plaza, Balsam Lake, WI. Possible employers include Christian Community Home, Walmart, Turkey Store, SMX Staffing, Lakeside Foods and Aerotek. Bring your resume and be prepared for an interview.

For more information, stop in at the Polk County Job Center, 404 Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI, call 715-485-3115 or email fredricksonb@workforceresource.org.

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MARCH 13, 20, 27 & APRIL 3 Lenten Fish Fry Everyone is welcome at St. Joseph Cath-

APRIL 3 & 4 Design Amery Free Supper & Workshop All Amery area community members are welcome to join April 3 & 4 to voice your ideas, brainstorm with others, work with visiting designers, help visualize our future and participate in defining who we are and intentionally creating a legacy for Amery.

Friday, April 3 at 6 p.m. join hundreds of others at a Design Amery FREE community supper and community brainstorming workshop.

Saturday, April 4 at 7 p.m. gather to discover and discuss the top community-wide initiates from Friday’s workshop.

For more information, find us on Facebook, email designamery@gmail.com or visit www.amerywisconsin.com/designamery.

MARCH 24, 26, 28 AND APRIL 4 & 5

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Learn to Hunt for Food: Wild Turkey

Basketball for Youth and Families

Learn to hunt ethically for your own locally sourced meat, participate in a Wisconsin tradition and take part in conservation. Specifically for adults with no or limited experience.

Go to https://gowild.wi.gov/customers/ stafetyedclass and choose “Hunt for Food.”

Select “Polk” county. Click on the “search” icon and follow the prompts to register.

Organized by WI DNR & Farm Table.

Free, but RSVP required.

Open Gym for boys and girls grades 4-12.

Families are encouraged to participate together. Younger children are welcome when accompanied by parents. Bring your own ball; enter through North doors. No fee. Sundays through March 15 from 1:303:30 p in the Middle School gym.

GriefShare Support Group GriefShare, a non-denominational grief recovery and support group will begin their next session Thursday, March 12 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Amery from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The video seminars are combined with group discussion and workbook exercises to cause pause and reflection in the healing of loss of a loved one. You may join the group anytime during the 13 week session. For more information, call the St. Joseph church office at 715-268-7717.

Come on out and “Battle for B” and show your support to Bentley and his family!

For information and to donate: Carolyn 715-491-4201, Christina 715-557-0610, Ben 715-553-3490 or battle4b@gmail.com. Monetary donations accepted at Bremer Bank in Amery.

MARCH 28 Battle for B Benefit for Bentley Humpal There will be a benefit for Bentley Humpal on Saturday, March 28 from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Amery Ice Arena, 1065 River Place Drive. Free will donation appetizers, silent auction, live auction, raffles, kids activities and gun raffles.

Bentley has been battling an undiagnosed disease for the past three years.

He has monthly fevers, frequent stomach issues, loss of appetite, migraine headaches and debilitating fatigue. Bentley is the son of Ryan and Rachel Humpal, brother of Gavin and grandson of Dennis and Kelly Anderson and Dave and Pam Humpal.

Open Gym for Families 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. Select Sundays: Nov 17, Dec 1 & 15, Jan 5 & 19, Feb 2 & 16, Mar 1 from 1:30-3:30 p in the Intermediate School – enter through the doors facing the NORTH parking lot. No fee – just show up!

Sponsored by PowerUp.

Pickleball – Open Gym Join us on Wednesday nights to play the fastest growing recreational sport in the nation. Wednesdays through March (closed Nov 27, Dec 25 & Jan 1) from 6-8 p in the High School. No fee – just show up.

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It’s fishy, but worth it

BY TOM STANGL FROM THE PUBLISHER’S DESK

H

appy Lent to you all.

Yes, saying “happy” and “Lent” in the same sentence may appear to be a misnomer when discussing the time we turn inward to reflect on our faith and actions, but there are many, many reasons to embrace the 40 days of the season.

I am a Christian, raised as a Catholic, so I have war stories about Lent. I’m sure you do as well, especially from your childPublisher hood. Telling children that they will be better off spiritually by Tom Stangl giving up candy for 40 long days and dealing with the whining and complaining should qualify parents for some level of sainthood.

My parents raised six children and endured for decades seemingly endless whining about the depravity and abuse of giving up pop or candy.

As bad as the cacophonous wailing was about no Snickers candy bars, it was truly nothing compared to the reaction to meat-less Friday meals.

Catholics after the Vatican II conference were allowed to eat meat on Fridays, except during Lent. While this was a tremendous boon to meat lovers, fish haters found yet another reason to be miserable during Lent.

My mother, rest her soul, did her best to keep us happy and follow doctrine. It was far from easy on both fronts, but we children knew that mom would always err on the side of the church. No one was soiling their soul because they wanted meat Friday, not on her watch.

So we had fish sticks. Lots of fish sticks. To mix it up we had what I liked to call “rich people’s breakfast” for dinner — pancakes and eggs. Lots of macaroni and cheese as well. I was never a fan of fish, but eating those awful fish sticks in the 1970s has scarred me for life. I can recall looking at Sizzlean, a faux bacon of the time, hoping beyond hope that it was meatless, only to learn it had pork. It was a sad realization.

As an adult, I realize that having a period of time where we become introspective about our lives, our actions and our faith is a healthy thing.

In our instant gratification, spilt-second attention span world, slowing down and denying ourselves things we are accustomed to having actually makes us appreciate them more when we have an opportunity to enjoy them again.

Lent is a season of reflection and preparation before the celebrations of Easter. By observing the 40 days of Lent, Christians replicate Jesus Christ’s sacrifice and withdrawal into the desert for 40 days. Christ had many doubts about the next phase in his life. Up until this point he was able to live a normal life and enjoy the world as much as the son of God can do. Like us, he had to make choices and sacrifices. Lent is an annual time to renew our commitment to our faith and simplify our lives.

I didn’t mean to jam religion down your throats, gentle reader. The arrival of Lent as the last terrible part of winter arrives gives us hope that the rebirth and renewal of spring, glorious spring, is just around the corner.

We can put up with some sacrifices and tough out the time until Easter arrives. We can then truly enjoy the celebration, safe in the knowledge that we have once again abided and done our part.

Until then, tough out the fish sticks.

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.

Modern day Brady Bunch

BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

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recently watched a program on the Reelz channel called Behind Closed Doors-The Brady Bunch. It was part of a series that examines the lives of beloved celebrities through rarely seen footage and interviews with the celebrities themselves along with those who personally knew or worked with them.

For any of you who have been Editor living under a rock April Ziemer since 1969, The Brady Bunch aired from September 26, 1969, to March 8, 1974, on ABC. The series revolves around a large blended family with six children. The show aired for five seasons and, after its cancellation in 1974, went into syndication.

While the series was never a critical success or hit series during its original run, it has since become a popular staple in syndication.

The Brady phenomenon led to several television reunions and spin-off series as well as a few big screen movies. In 1997, “Getting Davy Jones” (season three, episode 12) was ranked number 37 on TV Guide’s 100 Greatest Episodes of All-Time.

The episode of Behind Closed Doors I watched about the Brady Bunch contained interviews with Lloyd Schwartz, who produced the series with his father, show creator Sherwood Schwartz. It featured interviews with Christopher Knight (Peter) and Susan Olsen (Cindy).

They looked back at some of the shows most memorable episodes including when Marcia gets hit with a football and when the kids form a singing group.

In the first season, awkward adjustments, gender rivalries, and blended families dominate the stories. In an early episode, Carol tells Bobby that the only “steps” in their household lead to the second floor (in other words, that the family contains no “stepchildren”, only “children”). Thereafter, the episodes focus on typical adjustments such as sibling rivalry, puppy love and responsibility.

I guess my husband and I have what some may call a modern day Brady Bunch. We have four children. I brought two into our family, Josh brought one and together we had a fourth child.

Some people refer to this as a “Yours, Mine and Ours” situation, but in our home we do not. They are simply all ours and adored equally.

There are MANY days I feel as if a sitcom could easily be filmed in our home. Although I am not quite sure the episodes would be much like the Brady’s.

There was a morning last week when I was preparing for work and having a bad hair day. Carol Brady was never getting ready for work and although her hair wasn’t my style, it always looked quite nice.

Josh was getting the kids ready for school. Mike Brady never got the kids ready for school. Mr. Brady just stood in the mornings, patiently waiting for Carol to straighten his tie before he headed out to the architecture firm. Josh would never stand and wait for me to straighten his tie because he fears I would try to strangle him with it.

Our little Maverick came running into the kitchen dressed up in an Incredible Hulk costume. When asked why he was wearing that, he replied, “It is almost Easter which means Halloween is right around the corner!”

Josh went to find the appropriate clothes for Mav and while doing

so, stepped on a craft project left on the floor. He told our 12-year-old if she didn’t pick up her things, he would throw them in the trash. She replied that she would sue him.

He chuckled and responded that he would counter-sue her for back rent for all the years we have been paying her way. While picking up her project, she shrieked back that he didn’t have a legal leg to stand on.

Meanwhile our oldest interrupted my hair styling asking for ten dollars to pay a school art fee. I told her to go ask Dad. She came back ten minutes later and asked for ten dollars. I said, “I told you to go ask Dad.” She explained that she had and he gave it to her, but now that she had her outstanding art fee, she was eligible to buy a parking pass and dad only had 10 bucks on him so she needed another ten from me for parking.

Next, she asked what was for dinner. I said spaghetti. She whined we have spaghetti ALL OF THE TIME. I told her to go ask Alice to make pork chops and applesauce.

“Who?” she asked. I told her I was referring to the Brady Bunch where Alice makes pork chops for dinner to UNCOMPLAINING kids. She reminded me that we do not have a housekeeper/cook and she also reminded me that she thinks I am SOOOO WEIRD. This is my life folks. I do not even need a hotshot Hollywood producer to create an episode and I wouldn’t trade it for the world.

I enjoy sharing my thoughts with you and look forward to readers sharing their thoughts in return.

Feel free to email me at editor@ theameryfreepress.com, write me at P.O. Box 424, Amery WI. 54001 or I can be reached by phone at 715268-8101.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Opposed to library move I am writing this letter on behalf of the Amery Woman’s Club Board and its members in reference to the issue of moving the Amery Library to the current Bremer bank building. The Amery Woman’s Club worked to establish the Amery Public Library back in 1928. The club has been supportive of the library since that time. We work with the library in various ways; we have cards available at no cost at the library for persons to use to make donations to the library in memory or in honor of someone.

These funds help the library to fund various programs. We also utilize our funds raised at the Holiday Stroll to support one of the summer programs that the library offers. Thus, we have vested interest in the well-being of our library.

That being said, we do not feel it is in the best interest of the library and those that use the library for it to be moved. Currently, the library is in a great location, the parking is wonderful, and there is great access for entering with the covered entrance and drive up accessibility for persons who might need that access. The bank building will not offer this access. Moving the library to the basement of the bank building creates all kinds of access issues. First, there is parking; using a public lot across the street is really not ideal for young mothers bringing children to the library and having to cross the street. Also, the access for those using the library coming from Golden Age or Evergreen will now be denied. Those persons will no longer be able to use the library since they would not have transportation. Thus, access is a

big concern that we have.

Another area of concern is the reduction of space. At its current location, the library has very adequate space but inside the bank that space will be significantly reduced. We have a beautiful children’s area, which is a great place to take kids on a rainy or wintery day. It is warm and inviting and to think that there may not be enough space to have that kind of area at the bank is distressing. We have so few options for activities for entertainment of children in our community this would be a big negative. Space is needed for meeting rooms so that tutors and students have quiet spaces to work. There needs to be a large computer area like we currently have, as this is an area which quite frankly needs to be increased.

The appearance of our library is another concern if it gets moved to the bank. Locating the library in the basement is a dark, dreary environment. The current location has a lot of natural light coming in which helps to make the atmosphere a good one for reading and learning. The current library is one of those things when recommending to folks to consider locating in Amery that is used as a drawing card, we do not think that will be the same if it is moved.

We understand there is a desire by the City Council to have all of the services to be in the same building, so City Hall, police and library, but, if it means diminishing the quality of the service, i.e., the library then we can say that Amery Woman’s club is very opposed to this change.

Sincerely, Joyce Schaefer, President of Amery Woman’s Club

In support of snowmobiles There seems to be a campaign underway to discredit snowmobilers as caring members of our community. Snowmobilers are just as concerned with safety, health, and the environment as anyone else.

The emotionally charged claims by some that snowmobilers are inherently evil and see all non-snowmobilers as targets are simply false. Riders are required by law to slow to 10mph when within 100 feet of pedestrians.

Anyone looking at the snowmobile route on Baker Street can readily see the potential problems there.

What about bicycle/snowmobile conflict on the Stower? With the small amount of current winter use on the Stower, is that a realistic issue or one that has been made up?

Claims have been made that the Stower is too narrow to accommodate a variety of users. The motorized community was authorized twice in the last 16 years to prepare the trail for winter snowmobile use. Both times snowmobilers were prohibited from using the trail they had just brought up to State standards.

Polk County is currently home to three other railroad grade trails open to motorized and non-motorized users. They are the Cattail State Trail, Gandy Dancer State Trail, and the Sawmill County Trail. Is there any record or history of snowmobile vs. pedes-

An Update From the Mayor and City Council The City of Amery Mayor and the City Council would like to provide some updates related to the West Campus Condo Association, Bremer Bank and city services including the Public Library, City Police, City Hall Municipal Court and Amery Area Historical Society.

As elected officials, we were voted into office by the citizens of Amery to be fiscally responsible and guide you/us into the future in a thoughtful way.

We are looking out for long-term financial stability, while maintaining high quality services, resources, and facilities while keeping taxes in check.

As you know the city has been awarded and has accepted a $1.0 million CDBG (Community Development Block Grant) grant and will borrow $1.8 million to redo main street water, sewer, and sidewalks in the summer of 2021. This is a major undertaking that will further enhance the experience in our downtown.

Since October 2018 we have been in consultations with the West Campus Condo Association (Amery Hospital and the City of Amery) on the upgrades to the HVAC and overall building updates.

The estimated total cost for this project is $6.35 million with city’s share being 35% or $2.16 million over a period of 4 years.

As the City of Amery is

part of the West Campus Condo Association Agreement and is responsible for our share of the expenses, the city council decided to look at other alternatives as we take the city into the future.

The opportunity to purchase the Bremer Bank building was suggested and agreed upon by Bremer Bank. Bremer has committed to build a new bank building in downtown Amery; this is a win-win for the city. This is a great opportunity to consolidate all Amery services and resources into one building on Main Street that we own outright. Additionally, we would not have a building on Main Street empty.

At 25,000 sq. ft. is the Bremer Bank Building big enough? It is very close and by all interested parties working together we can turn it into a wonderful City Center that includes the library, municipal court, council chambers, police dept., AEDC, Amery Area Historical Society, and any other appropriate entity. It is our desire to make this move and redesign in a collaborative approach. This is the direction the city council will move forward into the future City Center.

We believe we are handling the process in a fair, legal, and reasonable manner. Both the Hospital and Bremer asked for confidentiality until the agreements were in place.

At our Feb 5, 2020 City Council Meeting, we approved a competitively bid agreement to work with SEH

trian accidents on any of these trails?

Those claiming that serious attempts are being made to remove non-motorized trail users from the Stower are making unsubstantiated incendiary claims. Characterizing the Cattail State Trail as a motorized only trail ignores the fact that it is open to all users.

Currently each trail dead ends in Amery. Communities located on a recreational trail enjoy the economic activity of recreationalists passing through their communities. The Gandy Dancer State Trail is a local example. The key is connectivity. For snowmobilers Amery is difficult to navigate, at best. It is much easier to avoid.

Snowmobilers continue to question why it has only been the last couple of years that they have become targets of a small group of uninformed or misinformed zealots seeking to limit access to such a potentially valuable regional asset as the Stower Seven Lakes State Trail. The amount of time we enjoy open snowmobile trails in Polk County is very short.

It is obvious to anyone who bothers to look that the majority of the trail is mostly unused in the winter.

Even a candlelight event held during mild winter weather conditions demonstrated that participants didn’t travel much beyond city limits.

Douglas Johnson, Amery

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to conduct an engineering and feasibility assessment of the Bremer Bank building.

We should get word back from SEH this coming week.

This will assess any potential issues with the lower level, HVAC, electrical, roof, and other building considerations. At the time the assessment is complete: the City Council will review and make a final decision to move forward with the purchase of the Bremer Bank building.

The city remains committed to being transparent with the project as we continue to move forward Upon closing on the purchase, the lower level will become available to the city.

It will be explored as an option to house city resources., Our library – as all libraries are changing into more community spaces, we are really excited to explore having resources and library gathering spaces in these beautiful, open main level areas overlooking our downtown in one of the most architecturally appealing buildings on main street.

We recognize that so many people have been involved in making our library an exceptional resource….. that it has changed locations many times as it has grown.

This next step is to put the library on Main Street in one of the prominent locations in our community. It is a commitment to what a crown jewel it, the library, is in our community.

Mayor Paul Isakson and the Amery City Council

Polk County Concerns – Stower Seven Lakes Trail I attended the Environmental Service Committee (ESC) meeting at Polk county, on February 12th and 19th, concerning the Stower Seven Lakes Trail and the Master Plan Draft for the future of the trail. At the meeting on the 12th of February it was decided that the county would take public comments relating to trail use by groups on a county website in regards to the trail. At the meeting on February 19th, the public comment result numbers that were given to the Environmental Committee members, didn’t all come from the county email site. The Polk County Snowmobile Club provided their own numbers, which the county went ahead and used. The numbers that the snowmobile club provided came from a survey on their own website, with no parameters. I took the survey on their website. I received a reply from them thanking me for supporting S3, which allowed snowmobiles on the trail with no changes made to the trail, which was their preferred choice from the draft plan. I didn’t vote for S3 on their site. I think that the ESC should go back and look at the Draft Plan. The county made a decision using numbers from an outside source with bias to the outcome. They should be looking at what would be a safe choice for all people in the county. The current decision was the easiest and the cheapest decision; it requires nothing from the county. The decision to put snowmobiles and horses on a narrow trail, with skiers’, pedestrians and bikes is not safe. The 2020 snowmobile season has been one of the deadliest in the last 10 years, with the majority of accidents involving alcohol and high rates of speed. The county will not be able to regulate choices made by people on the trail, and should be considered in the final decision.

Lee Ann Overman Amery, Wisconsin

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Dresser woman charged with OWI 4 Wendy Reed, 53, has been charged with operating while intoxicated (OWI) 4, with a child under the age of 16 in the vehicle, as well as operating while revoked, in connection with an incident that took place February 23.

According to probable cause, law enforcement was dispatched to County Road Y, south of Highway 8 for a vehicle in the ditch.

Law enforcement approached the female driver who was entering a First Responder vehicle and she identified herself as Reed.

She allegedly told law enforcement she answered her phone and went into the ditch.

She said she knew she was caught.

Law enforcement could smell a strong odor of intoxicants coming from Reed. She

allegedly had bloodshot eyes and showed poor balance. When asked how much she had to drink, she became belligerent and refused to answer questions. She also refused a field sobriety test and a preliminary breath test (PBT). She told law enforcement several times that she just went in the ditch and didn’t hurt anyone. It was learned there was a 15-year-old child in the vehicle with Reed.

Wendy Reed She was transported to St. Croix Regional Medical Center where she refused to submit blood samples. Once a warrant for the samples was granted, she cooperated.

Polk County arrests Bailey L. Snyder, 17, Amery, was arrested February 21 for battery, disorderly conduct and domestic abuse.

Kathleen Kay Huntington, 57, Luck, was arrested February 20 for domestic disorderly conduct, damage to property and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Thomas R. Olsem, 52, Luck, was arrested February 20 for domestic abuse and disorderly conduct.

Nicholas James Hodgson, 21, Osceola, was arrested February 20 for domestic disorderly conduct.

Richard W. Rohan, 66, Frederic, was arrested February 16 for domestic

disorderly conduct.

Randy Ronald Carlton Foster, 38, Balsam Lake, was arrested February 19 for a Polk County warrant.

Michael Charles Barkema, 47, Klemme, IA, was arrested February 23 for OWI (1st) and homicide intoxicated use of a vehicle.

Wendy E. Reed, 53, Dresser, was arrested February 23 for OWI (4th) with child under 16 and operating while revoked.

Sara Ann Underwood, 26, Frederic, was arrested February 22 for OWI (1st) and prohibited alcohol content (1st).

Jeffery Dean Larson, 55, Luck, was arrested Febru-

ary 21 for operating snowmobile under the influence and refuse to provide required sample.

Douglas Gene Johnson, 55, Luck, was arrested February 19 for operating with prohibited alcohol content (2nd).

Hunter Carl Schmidt, 21, Frederic, was arrested February 19 for OWI (1st) and prohibited alcohol content (1st).

Alicia Dawn Paukstat, 30, Luck, was arrested February 16 for OWI (2nd), operating while suspended, failure to obey officer and a bond violation.

Steffen pleads no contest to lesser charge JONATHAN RICHIE EDITOR@BURNETTCOUNTYSENTINEL.COM

Burnett County’s Assistant District Attorney Dan Steffen pleaded no contest in a Dane County Courthouse last week to disorderly conduct.

Last year, Steffen was charged with misdemeanor theft – false representation in Dane County.

However, that charge was amended County disorderly conduct.

The statute for county disorderly conduct states, “Whoever, in a public or private place, engages in violent, abusive, indecent, profane, boisterous, unreasonably loud or otherwise disorderly conduct under circumstances in which the conduct tends to cause or provoke a disturbance is guilty of a Class B misdemeanor.”

Polk County marriage licenses Kevin Richard Olson and Jordyn Marie Haley of Zimmerman are to be married March 14, 2020.

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Amery Area Municipal Court Amery Area Municipal Court was held in Amery on Wednesday, February 26, 2020. The following cases were heard: CITY OF AMERY 17 year old, Amery, truancy, $92.50; purchase or possession of tobacco products, $92.50; truancy, $92.50.

Michelle J. Friendshuh, 37, Clear Lake, non-registration of auto, $98.80.

Shelley A. Gaetz, 58, Amery, vehicle operator failure to wear seat belt, $10; operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Sean M. Hanzal, 49, Amery, theft prohibited, $691.

Chad K. Hill, 44, Amery, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10; non-registration of auto, $98.80.

Arianne L. Hohn, 26, Amery, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10; operating without carrying license, $73.60.

Melissa K. Hubred, 30, Amery, non-registration of auto, $98.80; operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Amanda R. Larson, 28, Balsam Lake, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Brody A. Lissick-Bibeau, 33, Centuria, operating motor vehicle

without proof of insurance, $10; non-registration of auto, $98.80.

Izaiah T. Miles, 21, Rice Lake, possession of controlled substance, $376.

Kathleen A. Ostenson, 55, Amery, operating motor vehicle without insurance, $124; operating without carrying license, $25.

Jolene R. Peloquin, 43, Amery, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.

Jessica S. Perron, 42, Osceola, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Harley J. Sing, 21, Rosemount, MN, operating without carrying license, $73.60; exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.

Lynsey M. Soderberg, 21, Clayton, operating without carrying license, $73.60; failure to yield right of way, $98.80; operating motor vehicle without insurance, $124.

Peter J. Steele, 52, Plum City, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.

Andrew W. Stenzel, 35, Amery, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.

Efrem A. Tesfatsion, 21, Saint Paul, MN, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.

Collin P. Vavere, 23, Amery, operating motor vehicle without insurance, $124; operating after suspension,

Steffen was ordered to pay a fine of $330.50 to the Dane County Clerk of Courts office within 60 days of his plea Feb. 19. The charge is not a misdemeanor, it is an unclassified forfeiture which is not a criminal offense but similar to a traffic ticket.

According to the criminal complaint, Steffen attended a conference held by the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) and there was confusion about reimbursement Steffen had submitted.

An investigation by the Department of Criminal Investigations (DCI) revealed Steffen lied on his reimbursement to hide that he was staying in the same room with a colleague.

Steffen has been ADA in Burnett County for two years.

$124.

Lisa M. Weisz, 50, New Richmond, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.

Jeremy A. Williamson, 43, Amery, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

VILLAGE OF CLAYTON Jesse L. Alexander, 18, Amery, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Joyce A. Knopps, 54, Clayton, operating motor vehicle without insurance, $124; operating after suspension, $124.

JUVENILES 15 year old, Amery, purchase or possession of tobacco products, $92.50.

15 year old, Amery, purchase or possession of tobacco products, $92.50.

16 year old, Amery, purchase or possession of tobacco products, $92.50.

PLEAS OF NOT GUILTY WERE ENTERED BY THE FOLLOWING: Debora K. Ficker, speeding (16-19 over), $124.

15 year old, Amery, truancy (5 violations), $462.50.

Amery Police Report 02/21/20-02/27/20 02/21/20, 05:48 a.m., Juvenile call 02/21/20, 08:21 a.m., Mental health call 02/21/20, 10:30 a.m., Assist citizen 02/21/20, 02:30 p.m., Juvenile call 02/21/20, 04:49 p.m., Assist citizen 02/22/20, 02:38 p.m., Vehicle lockout 02/24/20, 01:24 a.m., Welfare check 02/24/20, 08:30 a.m., Animal control call 02/24/20, 01:05 p.m., Assist other agency 02/24/20, 03:26 p.m., Vehicle lockout 02/24/20, 05:25 p.m., Animal control call 02/24/20, 08:03 p.m., Assist other agency 02/24/20, 11:09 p.m., Assist other agency 02/25/20, 05:30 p.m., Assist citizen 02/25/20, 09:17 p.m., Disturbance 02/25/20, 11:11 p.m., Assist in civil matter 02/26/20, 05 a.m., Assist other agency 02/26/20, 11 a.m., Animal control call 02/26/20, 04:45 p.m., Assist other agency 02/26/20, 07:30 p.m., Assist other agency 02/26/20, 09:45 p.m., Welfare check 02/27/20. 10:51 a.m., Juvenile call

ARRESTS: Juvenile, 17. Domestic Battery, Disorderly Conduct

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95 Years Ago March 12, 1925 Financial View of Community Hall On April 6th the question of the Community Hall of Amery will be decided by the voters.

Before casting your vote for or against this proposition I wish to call a few facts to the attention of our citizens. I think you all agree that a building of this kind is greatly needed. Our City Hall, which houses our fire apparatus, is ready to fall down; our jail is condemned; we have no public comfort stations, which the law requires us to have; no council chamber, not even a place to hold justice court; and most of all, we need an auditorium where our school children can have basketball games, school plays, and if needed, maybe used for other school purposes.

The building we have in mind should meet all these requirements and also help out our school situation for a number of years to come. The cost of this building should not exceed $30,000.

In closing let me state that I consider a Community Hall a profitYesterday’s able investment for the News taxpayers of Diane Stangl Amery. It may not bring dividends in dollars and cents, but it will pay a greater dividend in bettering the Community Spirit, not only among the people of our town, but between the people of Amery and our farmer friends.

We must bear in mind that as a city we cannot stand still, we must either go ahead or behind. If we wish to attract strangers we must make our city as attractive a place to live as possible. The improvements made in our city in the last ten years have cost money, but it must be remembered that if we want a good town, we will have to pay for it. – P. C. Amundson

90 Years Ago March 6, 1930 Butter Helps Ward Off Colds and Tuberculosis While most of us eat butter for its flavor, we are doing our bodies a good turn at the same time.

Most of us like the flavor of vegetables when they are served with a golden sauce of butter. We like to add butter to our sauce for steak and we want to use butter in our cakes and many other desserts just because we like it.

But, besides its delicious flavor butter adds tremendously to the value of foods, according to Miss Gladys Stillman, of the home economics extension department at the University of Wisconsin. Butter is a fat and so, of course, it furnishes our bodies with heat and energy, but for more important to most of us is the vitamin A, which butter contains.

Humphrey comes to Clear Lake This is a photo of the then Vice-President Hubert Humphrey at the Clear Lake dinner that launched a re-election campaign for Senator Gaylord Nelson. Vice President Humphrey was introduced as having served many years in the Senate as “Wisconsin’s third Senator.”

Scientists say that plenty of vitamin A in our food daily makes children grow better and gives adults more strength and vigor. In addition to all this, they emphasize that if we have enough vitamin A daily, we will be less apt to contract tuberculosis and we will be better able to resist the sinus and mastoid infections of which there are so many these days. Milk and milk products, especially cream and butter, are one of our best sources of this necessary vitamin.

Most American families can easily increase the amount of butter they use every day, Miss Stillman, says that fortunately the body stores this vitamin in the lungs and liver. And that excess makes it possible for our bodies to have resistance to certain diseases.

Merchants Burn Oleomargarine Come to Plainfield and watch the oleomargarine go up in flames.

That’s an invitation extended to farmers and townspeople in this section for Thursday night when merchants of Plainfield will stage a public bonfire and burn up their stocks of oleomargarine. Thursday also marks the first day of a Farmer’s Institute here.

The dealers also will throw into the fire their oleomargarine licenses so that they will be unable to handle the butter substitute, in an effort to aid the farmer and the dairy industry.

The bonfire will be held on the principal business street.

Other attractions also have been arranged, with hundreds of persons from surrounding territory expected to be here.

85 Years Ago February 28, 1935 Eggs 50 Cents Eggs were only 19 cents the past two days, but the Free Press is still paying 50 cents a dozen for them to apply on subscriptions. Thus far farmers have brought in a total of

approximately 290 dozen.

Scores of farmers have paid up their back subscriptions in this easy way and as many more have become new subscribers to the Free Press.

75 Years Ago March 8, 1945 We Knew it Was Bad…But For some time now, the housing situation has been more or less impossible in Amery. A fact that everyone more or less takes for granted. Few realize how really bad it is however.

Last week Mrs. John Edman inserted a small 25 cent classified advertisement in the want ad section of this paper with a five room bungalow for rent. The first day the number of calls almost caused a minor riot at the Edman home.

Twenty-six persons called the first day and many more called in the days following.

Just think of it – 26 persons want a home other than the one they now occupy.

Some of these calls came from parties whose homes in Amery had been sold under them, but the greater share of them, but the greater share of them came from persons from out of town seeking a residence here.

War Prisoner Gives $100 to Red Cross Recently the War Fund Chairman received a letter, which omitting names, is as follows.

“You will please find enclosed a bank money order for $100.”

“My son is a prisoner of war and has written me that he has received such good treatment by the Red Cross he wanted me to make a $100 donation to them.”

This money was from the war prisoner’s own funds. He is a Polk County resident.

Site for Airport Purchased by Amery Individuals Saturday, March 3, marked the initial step to secure an air-

port for this community when four local residents purchased the farm of Art Wilberg with the intention of converting it into a flying field.

The farm is located about 3½ miles northwest of Amery on county trunk highway H and has already been approved as a Class I and possibly a Class II airport by the Wisconsin State Civil Aeronautics Authority.

Involved in the transaction were Robert Iverson, Chet Johnson, C. V. Anderson and John J. Burman who purchased the farm from Art Wilberg.

Monday night, March 5, the student pilots in Amery held their first meeting and formally organized into a club.

50 Years Ago March 5, 1970 Merchandise Finds Way Back to Room “Someone had a guilty conscience,” Supt. D. K. Lien said following the return of several “hot” tape recorders to the Amery High School.

During the Christmas holidays, tape recorders were stolen from the music room and library.

Last week, the person or persons responsible for the act, broke back into the school and returned the merchandise.

35 Years Ago March 5, 1985 Two Amery Schools Vandalized Amery school district this week offered a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for vandalizing two Amery schools Friday night.

Damage was discovered

by Maintenance Supt., Art Kjeseth on Saturday morning.

Amery police and Polk County sheriff’s deputies spent much of the morning itemizing damage and looking for clues.

Supt. Ray Norsted said the damage would likely run between $10,000 and $15,000.

Norsted was optimistic that the culprits would be apprehended. He said that one or more persons suffered glass cuts and bled at both Lien elementary school and the Amery middle school.

“You could say that damage was external at the elementary school and internal at the middle school,” observed Amery Police Officer, Tim Moore.

Destruction at the elementary school included: 12, 44x77 double pane windows; 18, 21x44 double pane windows; 13, 21x44 screens; two porcelain drinking fountains located outside on the south side of the building were broken.

Moore said that the entrance to the building was gained through the rear, east doors.

Blood was found on the interior door handles indicating that one of the persons was cut.

Once inside the building, the vandals apparently ran up and down the halls breaking covers to fire extinguisher holders, opening lockers and throwing relish taken from a food storage area.

At the middle school entry was gained by breaking glass on a door in the 1956 portion of middle school. The door faced south. Extensive damage was done to the biology room, teacher’s lounge, art room, library and classrooms occupied

by Ted Heathfield and Rick Buhr.

Also destroyed by the vandals was a canvas tent and swing analyzer set, up in the 1929 building and used by the golf team. Moore said that the canvas was slashed, rendering it useless.

Other damage included: Art room – paint thrown throughout the room; Teacher’s lounge – Apple computer, television set and pop machine all destroyed; Biology – specimen bottles broken; Heathfield’s room – Apple computer, monitor and Epson printer and a film strip machine with cassette were all destroyed. Window shades were ripped and books and learning materials thrown around the room; Library – an 8x4 ft. display case was broken when a wooden chair was thrown into it. A reclining chair was picked up and heaved through the library office window. A filmstrip projector and cassette were destroyed.

Damage to Buhr’s room was pretty much limited to tipping over desks and throwing materials.

In addition, a boy’s bathroom was also vandalized.

Norsted said he expects other damage to show up once pupils and teachers report to school today. He said that nothing in the building was apparently stolen.

Moore said that other details about the vandalism are not being released until several suspects are interviewed.

In other activity Friday night, mailboxes were damaged on Griffin St. and a window in a pickup truck owned

by Al Wheeler, Hawthorne St., was broken.

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AGREEMENT: Options explored included demolishing campus and city lease back CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1

summary, AHC has 64.9% interest in the WCCA, the City of Amery has 35.03% interest. The WCCA Board consists of two members appointed

by AHC and one director from the city — the city administrator.

What follows is a timeline of minutes of the WCCA over the past 17 months.

ARMC West Campus Condo Association 2014-2018 Revenue: Unit 1 Library Assessment Unit 2 Police Dept. Assessment Unit 3 Amery Hospital & Clinic

Fiscal Year 2018

Fiscal Year 2017

Fiscal Year 2016

Fiscal Year 2015

Fiscal Year 2014

Total 2014-2018

$27,270

$20,453

$16,362

$16,362

$25,906

$106,353

$7,760

$5,820

$4,656

$4,656

$7,372

$30,264

$64,970

$48,728

$38,982

$38,982

$61,722

$253,384 SUBMITTED

The West Campus Condo Association receives revenue each year from three units. The chart above shows the amount brought in by each over a four year span.

AUGUST 2018-WHO WILL PAY FOR THE HVAC? Present at the meeting were members Debra Rudquist, AHC President/CEO, Kim Moore, City of Amery Administrator, Jim Leadholm, AHC and WCCA Board Member, Paul Isakson, Mayor of Amery and Jason Luhrs, Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

A discussion took place about the split of the cost for the HVAC project and whether there would be a willingness to split the cost differently with AHC taking on a larger portion of the costs.

It was acknowledged that the bylaws for the WCCA would need to be revised in order to make this change since the HVAC system is considered to be a common element.

Both parties expressed concerns about an investment of this size into the building. Luhrs said he would have an assessment done of the roof and other infrastructure upgrades that might need to be done in the future.

OCTOBER 2018-SHOULD MONEY BE INVESTED INTO AGED BUILDING? Present at the meeting were members Debra Rudquist, AHC President/CEO; Kim Moore, City of Amery Administrator, Jim Leadholm, AHC and WCCA Board Member and Guests Jason Luhrs, AHC CFO AND VP and Amery’s Mayor, Paul Isakson.

dential and appreciated the city’s willingness to do the same.

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The West Campus is not the only aging building needing repairs. Amery’s City Hall (shown above) is also in need of costly improvemnts.

According to WCCA minutes, there were two different totals for the city’s portion of a HVAC replacement; one being $1.25 million and the other was $900,000. Luhrs reported the AHC finance committee and Health Partners finance leadership have discussed the HVAC and whether it makes sense to spend millions of dollars to upgrade versus looking at other options.

AHC leadership is now working with an architectural firm to develop a “fit plan” and cost estimate for a new building on the AHC campus.

Mayor Isakson noted the City of Amery goals are to the grow city/tax basis and would prefer not to spend dollars on an aged building.

DECEMBER 2018-WOULD DEMOLISHING THE BUILDING BE AN OPTION? Present at the meeting

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were members Debra Rudquist, AHC President/CEO; Kim Moore, City of Amery Administrator, Jim Leadholm, AHC and WCCA Board Member and Guests Jason Luhrs, AHC CFO and VP and Amery’s Mayor, Paul Isakson.

According to WCCA minutes, Luhrs reviewed with the association members the cost for replacing the HVAC at the West Campus. Based off the facility carve outs (the amount occupied by both groups) the city’s portion would amount to $970,000; AHC’s cost total would be $2.78 million.

Demolition costs were also pursued with the cost to the city being $735,000 and AHC’s $1.1 million.

A comparison chart from minutes showed a Roof Top Unit (RTU) HVAC price of $3,750,700 versus a demolition price of $1,835,000.

Luhrs and Rudquist mentioned senior leaders at AHC are working with an architectural firm to update the Master Facility Plan and there is a discussion regarding the feasibility of moving the current West Campus services to the main campus.

Following this discussion, Isakson and Moore noted that the City Council would need to have a closed session to discuss the various options and funding. This should take place at their January 2019 meeting.

Both the city and AHC representatives agree

that it does not seem wise to invest a large amount of money into an aged building. In the meantime, they will continue to temporarily fix issues as they arise. The members also agreed that both parties would need to make a joint decision about the West Campus (WC) building.

Mayor Isakson believed the city council would have a lot of ideas for the campus at their closed session.

MARCH 2019-CITY OF AMERY INTERESTED IN PURCHASING WEST CAMPUS Present at the meeting were members Debra Rudquist, AHC President/CEO; Kim Moore, City of Amery Administrator, Jim Leadholm, AHC and WCCA Board Member and Guests Jason Luhrs, AHC CFO, Amery’s Mayor, Paul Isakson, Paul Mahler, Counsel for the City of Amery and Nancy Berry, Senior Counsel, Health Partners/AHC. According to WCCA minutes, Isakson reported the Amery City Council met in closed session in February 2019 to discuss the West Campus HVAC situation and possible alternatives. He said council members were unanimously favorable to purchasing the WC property for a nominal amount versus investing one million dollars in HVAC upgrade. Rudquist clarified that AHC was continuing to keep the information about a possible new building confi-

JUNE 4, 2019-REPAIRS WOULD TOTAL $6.35 MILLION OVER FOUR YEARS Present at the meeting were members Debra Rudquist, AHC President/CEO; Kim Moore, City of Amery Administrator, Jim Leadholm, AHC and WCCA Board Member and Guests Jason Luhrs, AHC CFO and Amery’s Mayor, Paul Isakson.

According to WCCA minutes, a facility overview was presented that divided needed projects into four phases. The estimated budget was $6.35 million, with AHC’s portion totaling $4.19 million and the City of Amery total being $2.16 million.

According to WCCA minutes, a facility overview was presented that divided needed projects into four phases.

Facility OverviewPhase 1 Estimated Budget: $1.3 million • Amery Hospital & Clinic: $858K • City of Amery: $442K Timeframe: • Fall 2019 or Spring 2020 Work: • Roof replacement: $10K • Humidity controls: $240K • RTUs; 1, 2, 3, 4: $1.05 million Facility OverviewPhase 2 Estimated Budget: $1.2 million • Amery Hospital & Clinic: $792K • City of Amery: $408K Timeframe: • Fall 2020 or Spring 2021 Work: • Legionella modification to abandoned plumbing: $65K • Doors, Windows, &

Fire Proofing: $195K • Replace heating and cooling pneumatic controls: $270K • RTUs; 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9: $670K Facility OverviewPhase 3 Estimated Budget: $1.8 million • Amery Hospital & Clinic: $1.188 million • City of Amery: $612K Timeframe: • Fall 2021or Spring 2022 Work: • RTUs; 8, 9: $135K • Replace heating and cooling pneumatic controls: $270K • Replace perimeter fan coil units: $285K • Steam to hot water conversion: $1.05 million Facility OverviewPhase 4 Estimated Budget: $2.05 million • Amery Hospital & Clinic: $1.353 million • City of Amery: $697K Timeframe: • Fall 2022 or Spring 2023 Work: • Misc. Building Work: $155K • Replace hot water circulator: $25OK • Replace emergency generator: $425K • Sprinkler piping & heads: $520K • Replace fire alarm system: $700K Isakson stated that from his perspective, the City Council would have a number of questions about the WC. He discussed other projects the city is committed to which may make it difficult to fund the WC infrastructure projects.

He said it would be discussed at a June 5 meeting. He asked whether it would be possible to separate the utilities and HVAC for the city owned units. He discussed options the city might have to fund the WC infrastructure projects if the decision was made to proceed.

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AREA CHURCHES AMERY CONGREGATIONAL, 201 N. Harriman Ave. Barry Schaefer, pastor Wednesday, Mar. 4: 3:30 pm Homework & Hangout; 6 pm Soup Supper; 6:30 pm Lenten Service, Sonrise Service Rehearsal.

Thursday, Mar. 5: 9:30 am Local Communions, Senior Dining Hall Open; 5:30 pm Women’s Bible Study; 7 pm Money Management.

Friday, Mar. 6: 8:30 am Distant Communions; 9:30 am Senior Dining Hall Open.

Sunday, Mar. 8: 10 am Worship, Sunday School; 11:15 am Trustee Meeting; 11:30 am L3 Confo.

Monday, Mar. 9: 9:30 am Senior Dining; 7 pm Boy Scouts.

Tuesday, Mar. 10: 6:30 am Men’s Bible Study; 9:30 am Senior Dining Hall Open; 10 am Bible Study.

AMERY FREE LUTHERAN, 1 mile west of golf course on CTH F, Eric Christenson, pastor, www.ameryflc.org Every Sunday: 9 am Sunday School; 10:15 am Worship Service; 6 pm Small Group Bible Studies in homes.

Wednesdays: 9:30 am Small Group Women’s Bible Study in home; 7 pm Youth Group.

Call the church office for details 715-268-9218.

APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY, 942 US Hwy. 8, Amery Justin Hosking, pastor Sunday: 9:30 am Sunday School for All Ages; 10:15 am Coffee and Fellowship; 10:30 am Morning Worship.

Monday: 6:30 pm Women’s Bible Study.

Tuesday: 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study.

Wednesday: 10 am Men’s Bible Study; 6:30 pm One-Way Kids Club.

Thursday: 9:30 am White Cross.

Friday: 9 am M.O.P.S. (Mothers of Pre-Schoolers).

BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery, Dan Watland, pastor 507-459-1141, Church 715-2689291, www.balsamlutheranchurch.org.

Wednesday, Mar. 4: 3:30 pm Lenten Worship at Balsam, followed by Soup Supper.

Sunday, Mar. 8: Elim 8:30 am Worship with Holy Communion; 8:30 am Confirmation Class, Sunday School; 9:30 am Youth Host Fellowship, Social Ministry Committee; 9:45 am Girls Choir Practice; 10:15 am Worship with Holy Communion; 11:15 am Joint Review Committee; 11:30 am Church Council.

Monday, Mar. 9: 8:30 am Prayer Ministry & AE Committee, h/ Ruth.

Tuesday, Mar. 10: 8:30 am Quilting at Elim.

CENTERPOINT, 740 Maple Drive, St. Croix Falls (High school) Dick Enerson, pastor Sunday: 10-11:15 am 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, New Richmond Jack Philips, Evangelist, 715-497-7596 Sunday: 9 am Bible Study; 10 am Worship.

Wednesday: 6:30 pm Bible Study and Devotions.

CLEAR LAKE UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 8:30 am Worship.

DEER PARK UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 11 am Worship.

DERONDA LUTHERAN, 1239 65th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, Mar. 4: 5-6:30 pm Supper; 6 pm JAM, Confirmation; 7 pm Lent Service; 8:15 pm Choir Practice (all at Trinity).

Thursday, Mar. 5: 9 am Deronda Quilting; 9:30 am Little Falls Quilting.

Friday, Mar. 6: World Day of Prayer.

Sunday, Mar. 8: 8 am Trinity Worship; 9:30 am Deronda Worship; 11 am Little Falls Worship.

Tuesday, Mar. 10: 9 am Parish Staff Meeting at Trinity; 9:30 am Little Falls Quilting; 7 pm Church Councils at Trinity.

See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.derondachurch.net.

EAST BALSAM BAPTIST, 1816 108th St./CTH I, Balsam Lake www.eastbalsam.org 715-857-5411 Sunday: 9 am Worship service; 9:30 am Children’s Church.

Tuesday: Women’s Ministry; 9 am Bible Study.

EAST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, south of Amery on Hwy. 46 then west on 20th Ave., Kathy Pennington, pastor Wednesday, Mar. 4: 6 pm Midweek Lenten Experience.

Saturday, Mar. 7: 8 am Men of East Immanuel.

Sunday, Mar. 8: 9:30 am Education; 10:30 am Worship.

EAST LINCOLN ALLIANCE, 735 70th Ave., Amery 715-268-2350 www.eastlincolnalliance.com Eric Danielson and Randy Schussman, pastors Sunday: 8:45 am Prayer Meeting; 9 am Coffee and Fellowship; 9:30 am Worship service. Child Care and Discovery Land for children are provided during Worship service.

Small groups meet throughout the week. Contact the church office for further details.

Recharge for Middle and High School students, 6 pm every Wednesday.

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CENTER, Dresser, Darryl R. Olson, pastor Sunday: 9:30 am Sunday school; 10:35 am Worship; 6 pm Sunday evening.

Wednesday: 7 pm Bible Study.

ELIM LUTHERAN, Range, Dan Watland, pastor Sunday: 8:30 am Worship.

Holy Communion 2nd and 3rd Sundays.

Council 3rd Tuesday at 6 pm FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 301 1st Ave. East (across from public beach on Co. Rd. I) Balsam Lake, 715-4853800, Diane Norstad, pastor Sunday: 9:30 am Sunday worship; Communion first and last Sunday.

Wednesday: 6:15 pm Christian Education; 7 pm Worship; 7:30 pm Youth Group.

FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 134 Prentice St. S, Clayton Margaret Grant, pastor Sunday: 9 am Sunday school; 9:45 am Worship; 10:45 am Fellowship.

Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 pm Mission Quilting Tuesdays 9 am Wednesday evening service 7:15-7:45 pm FIRST LUTHERAN, 240 Elm St., Amery Tim Bjorge, pastor Wednesday, Mar. 4: 6 pm Supper; 7 pm Worship; Evening Hi League.

Thursday, Mar. 5: 8 am Bible Study; 8:30 am Quilters; 7 pm Al Anon.

Sunday, Mar. 8: 9 am Worship; 10:15 am Sunday School, Choir.

Tuesday, Mar. 10: 7:30 am Women’s Bible Study; 8:30 am Property; 9 am - 6 pm WIC Clinic; 11 am Pastor at Evergreen.

FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com, Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Wednesday, Mar. 4: 6 pm Soup; 7 pm Lenten Service.

Thursday, Mar. 5: 1 pm Afternon Stars at Church.

Friday, Mar. 6-Sunday, Mar. 8: LCMC Youth Gathering in Warrens, WI. Saturday, Mar. 7: 7 am Men’s Bible Study.

Sunday, Mar. 8: Daylight Savings Time Begins; 8:30 am Contemporary Worship; 9:30 am Fellowship; 9:40 am Sunday School; 10 am Traditional Worship (Council Installation); 11 am Church Potluck; 6-8 pm Knotty Pine 4-H Meeting; 7 pm Choir Practice.

Monday, Mar. 9: 10 am Staff Meeting; 3 pm Service at Golden Age Manor.

Tuesday, Mar. 10: 9 am Quilting; Pastor at Clergy Meeting.

FIRST PRESYTERIAN, 719 Nevada St., St. Croix Falls Barbara Anne Keely, pastor Sunday: 10:15 am Coffee and Fellowship; 11 am Worship.

FOREST UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 9:45 am Worship.

FULL GOSPEL LIGHTHOUSE, Graytown Merlin Burton, pastor Sunday: 10:30 am Sunday school; 11 am Worship.

GEORGETOWN LUTHERAN-ELCA, 877 190th Ave. Co. Rd. G, Balsam Lake (Fox Creek) 715-857-5580, serving@georgetownlutheran.net, Pastor Diane House Sunday: 9:15 am Sunday school; 10:30 am Worship; Communion 1st and 3rd Sunday.

GRACE LUTHERAN - WELS, 460 4th St., Clear Lake, Ellery W. Groth, pastor 715-491-4330 Sunday: 8:30 am Worship.

Wednesday: 5 pm Supper; 5:45 pm Worship.

Thursday: 10 am Bible Class.

HOLY TRINITY ORTHODOX, 511 1st St., Clayton, 715948-2493, htoc@amerytel.net, Chris Wojcik, pastor Sundays: 9:30 am Divine Liturgy.

HOLY TRINITY UNITED METHODIST, 1606 165th Ave., Centuria, on CTH I between Balsam Lake and Centuria, Yul Kwon, pastor Sunday: 8:30 am Worship and Sunday School.

IMMANUEL EV. LUTHERAN (LCMS), 124 E. Church St., Clayton, lmmLCLCMS@centurytel.net, 715-541-2955, Gregory Becker, pastor Sunday: 9 am Divine Worship.

Wednesday: 6:30 pm Family Christian Education; 7:30 pm Confirmation.

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, 65th Ave., rural Clayton, Margaret Grant, pastor Sunday: 8:30 am Worship.

Wednesday: 6:30 pm Family Christian Education; 7:30 pm Confirmation.

JOURNEY CHURCH, 131 Broadway St., Amery, Derek Downs, Lead Pastor, 715-268-2223, www.journeychurch.city, office@journeychurch.city Every Sunday: 9 am Worship Service; Nursery for ages 0-3 is offered. Kids Zone Children’s Church ages preschool-4th grade will meet downstairs during the sermon! 10:30-11:30 am All Ages Sunday School.

2nd Sunday of the Month: 6-7 pm Praise and Prayer Night Mondays: 8:30 am Moms In Prayer.

Wednesdays: 8:30-9:45 am Women’s Bible Study in the Teen Center; 5:45-6:15 pm Free Family Meal; 6:15-7:30 pm Kids Club, DW Youth Group in the Teen Center for grades 6-12.

Thursdays: 8:30 am Prayer Group. Open to anyone with a heart of prayer; 5 pm Latino Bible Study.

Saturdays: 7 am Men’s Bible Study in the Teen Center.

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You Can’t Change the Past, But You Can Change the Future FIRST WEEK OF THE MONTH

“Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already arrived at my goal, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me.”

Philippians 3:12 NIV

It can be difficult to get over the past.

The sins of our youth are rarely forgotten, and sometimes we just can’t forgive ourselves for something we did years ago. We have the same problem with others; it may be almost impossible to forgive someone who hurt us, even after many years. But that lack of forgiveness costs us dearly, both in terms of the negative emotions associated with it and in terms of moving on with our lives. Consider how the apostle Paul must have felt about his time spent persecuting Christians.

He was present at the stoning of St. Stephen, where the perpetrators laid their coats at his feet (Acts 7:58). The author of Acts then declares “And Saul approved of their killing him.” (Acts 8:1) Saul changed his name to Paul after his conversion, and it is clear from his letters that he had tremendous remorse for his youthful zeal in persecuting Christians. Not only did he

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have trouble forgiving himself, but some of his fellow Christians did as well. Paul’s story has a deeper moral than just forgiving ourselves for the past. Clearly no one can change the past, but we can change the future.

Consider what Paul did to spread the gospel after his conversion. He travelled widely and suffered greatly while preaching the word of God. His letters are a testimony to the fact that by looking forward rather than backward, we can make the world a better place.

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AREA CHURCHES CONTINUED LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN, 1272 44th Ave., Amery, Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, Mar. 4: 5-6:30 pm Supper; 6 pm JAM, Confirmation; 7 pm Lent Service; 8:15 pm Choir Practice (all at Trinity).

Thursday, Mar. 5: 9 am Deronda Quilting; 9:30 am Little Falls Quilting.

Friday, Mar. 6: World Day of Prayer.

Sunday, Mar. 8: 8 am Trinity Worship; 9:30 am Deronda Worship; 11 am Little Falls Worship.

Tuesday, Mar. 10: 9 am Parish Staff Meeting at Trinity; 9:30 am Little Falls Quilting; 7 pm Church Councils at Trinity.

See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.littlefallschurch.net.

LIVING WORD CHAPEL, 2746 Hwy 64, Forest, Senior Leaders Sean & Libby Higgins, 715-265-4810, we.are. living.word@gmail.com, www.livingwordchapel.com Sunday: 9 am Breakfast and Fellowship; 10:15 am Service; Nursery and Children’s Church Available.

Wednesdays: 6 pm The Study; 7 pm Prayer.

Weekly Local Home Groups MENNONITE CHURCH, 1681 6 1/2 St., Co. Hwy. P North, Almena, 715-357-3321 Sunday: 10 am Sunday school, all ages; 10:45 am Sunday worship service; 7:30 am Sunday evening service.

MOE LUTHERAN (ELCA), 451 30th St., Clear Lake Sunday: 10 am Fellowship; 11 am Worship; Potluck lunch 2nd Sunday.

Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 pm.

Women’s Bible Study 2nd Thursday 1:30 pm.

NEW LIFE COMMUNITY, Amery, Craig Jorgenson, pastor Sunday: 10 am Worship.

Tuesday: 6:30 pm Prayer.

Wednesday: 6:30 pm Youth.

OTTERCREEK CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP, Glenwood City Civic Center, Jason Taylor, pastor Sunday: 10:30 am Worship; Children’s church, childcare provided.

Wednesday Night Prayer.

OUR LADY OF THE LAKES CATHOLIC, Balsam Lake Father Eugene Murphy, pastor Masses: Saturday 6 pm, Sunday 8:30 am.

OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN, 217 Deronda St., Amery Keith Ruehlow, pastor Wednesday, Mar. 4: 12 pm Table Talk Men (Village Pizzeria); 5 pm Lenten Soup Supper; 6:30 pm Midweek Lenten Worship.

Thursday, Mar. 5: 7 pm Breakfast Club (High School Students).

Sunday, Mar. 8: 9 am Worship with Holy Communion; 10:15 am Sunday School.

PRAIRIEVIEW COVENANT, 1396 210th Ave. (2 miles north of New Richmond on 65) Tim Coyer, pastor, www.prairieviewchurch.net Sunday: 9 am Sunday School; 10 am Worship, Nursery care available; Coffee/fellowship after worship service.

Wednesday: 6-7:30 pm Family Night, Worship/Groups for all ages.

REDEEMER LUTHERAN, 600 S. Keller Ave., Amery, Tom Hahn, pastor Wednesday, Mar. 4: 1 pm Stewardship Meeting; 5 pm Soup Supper; 5:30 pm Confirmation; 6:30 pm Lenten Service; 7:15 pm Choir Practice.

Sunday, Mar. 8: 8:30 am Lay Ministers; 9:30 am Worship, Sunday School; Fellowship After Worship.

Monday, Mar. 9: 10 am Women’s Bible Study.

Tuesday, Mar. 10: 6 pm Constitution/Bylaws; 7 pm Parish Planning.

REEVE EVANGELICAL FREE, Jct. Barron CTH K & A, Clear Lake, www.reevechurch.org Sunday: 9 am Worship service; 10:15 am Fellowship Time.

Wednesday nights: 6:30-7:30 pm Adult Bible Study and Prayer; Kids Club, Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group (Sept.-May).

A variety of small groups (AA, men’s & women’s) are also held throughout the week.

ST. BARNABAS EPISCOPAL, 365 5th St., Clear Lake, Rev. Geri E. Sola Sunday: 9:15 am Sunday school; 10:15 am Worship.

Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sunday at 10:15 am.

Morning Prayer 2nd and 4th Sunday at 10:15 am.

ST. CROIX UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP, 201 N. Adams, St. Croix Falls www.scuuf.org Sunday: 10 am First three Sundays.

ST. JOHN’S CATHOLIC, Clear Lake, Fr. John Long, pastor Mass: 8 am Wednesday.

Mass: 8 am Thursday.

Mass: 8:30 am Sunday.

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC, 1050 Keller Ave. N, Amery, Father Eugene Murphy • 715-268-7717 • stjosephamery.org Wednesday, Mar. 4: 9 am Mass, Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick.

Thursday, Mar. 5: 10:30 am Communion Service at Willow Ridge.

Friday, Mar. 6: 9 am Communion Service; 5:30 pm Station of the Cross.

Saturday, Mar. 7: 4 pm Mass.

Sunday, Mar. 8: 3rd Grade Bake Sale; 10:30 am Mass.

Monday, Mar. 9: 12 pm Ladies Luncheon; 7 pm KC Meeting.

Tuesday, Mar. 10: 9 am Mass; Stations of the Cross.

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor Wednesday, Mar. 4: 6:30 pm Fellowship Supper; 7 pm Worship.

Friday, Mar. 6-Saturday, Mar. 7: Pastor’s Day Off. Saturday, Mar. 7: Set Clocks Ahead Tonight.

Sunday, Mar. 8: 8 am Worship; 9 am Fellowship.

Tuesday, Mar. 10: 1 pm Bible Study.

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor Wednesday, Mar. 4: 6:30 pm Fellowship Supper at St. John’s; 7 pm Worship at St. John’s.

Friday, Mar. 6-Saturday, Mar. 7: Pastor’s Day Off. Saturday, Mar. 7: Set Clocks Ahead Tonight.

Sunday, Mar. 8: 9 am Fellowship; 9:30 am Worship.

Monday, Mar. 9: Pastor Visting Shut Ins.

Tuesday, Mar. 10: 6:30 pm Bible Study.

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST, 76 20th Ave., Clear Lake, John Redlich, pastor 715-645-2230; Head Elder Paul Hasman 715-671-3697 Saturday Services: Adult and Children’s Bible Study 9:30 am; Church 11 am Midweek Service: Wednesday 7 pm Call Head Elder for location in winter months.

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS, 644 S. 6th St., Barron, Chapel 715-537-3679 Bishop Kenneth Konesky 715-719-0283 Sunday: 10-11 am Sacrament Meeting; 11:10-Noon Priesthood, Relief Society, Primary, Sunday School.

TRINITY LUTHERAN of Garfield, 1578 85th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, Mar. 4: 5-6:30 pm Supper; 6 pm JAM, Confirmation; 7 pm Lent Service; 8:15 pm Choir Practice (all at Trinity).

Thursday, Mar. 5: 9 am Deronda Quilting; 9:30 am Little Falls Quilting.

Friday, Mar. 6: World Day of Prayer.

Sunday, Mar. 8: 8 am Trinity Worship; 9:30 am Deronda Worship; 11 am Little Falls Worship.

Tuesday, Mar. 10: 9 am Parish Staff Meeting at Trinity; 9:30 am Little Falls Quilting; 7 pm Church Councils at Trinity.

See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.trinitylutheranchurchofamery.com.

UNITED COVENANT, 348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake, Dan Pearson, pastor Wednesday, Mar. 4: 5:30 pm All Church Supper; 6 pm Kid’s Blast/CREW/Adult Study; 6:15 pm Youth Worship Team Practice.

Thursday, Mar. 5: 9 am The Mission Workshop at Church.

Sunday, Mar. 8: LBBC Camp Promo; 8:45 am Sunday School, Confirmation; 9:30 am Worship Practice Youth; 10 am Worship Service with Lasagna.

Monday, Mar. 9: 6 pm Leadership Team.

Tuesday, Mar. 10: 8 am Prayer Time; 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study.

UNITED METHODIST, GLENHILLS PARISH Marybeth Scow, pastor Emerald UMC: 8:30 am Worship with Sunday School.

Glenwood City UMC: 9:45 am Worship with Sunday School.

Downing UMC: 11 am Worship with Sunday School.

WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, ELCA, 447 180th St., Osceola, Pastor Matt Saarem, Interim Pastor, www. westimmanuel.org Wednesday, Mar. 4: 9 am GECC; 1 pm Psalmodikon; 5 pm Soup/ Sandwich; 5:45 pm Confirmation; 6 pm MSP Presentation; 7 pm Lent Worship.

Sunday, Mar. 8: 9:30 am Worship (Installation for Call Committee); 10:30 am Coffee Hour, Sunday School; 11:30 am 1st Communion Class.

Tuesday, Mar. 10: 11 am Ruth Circle.

they needed to be, when they needed to be there. And once the kids were in school activities she attended every event possible. She was in the stands cheering for the athletic teams or sitting proudly watching musical or play performances. This continued into her later years as she watched her grandchildren and great grandchildren participate in many things. As weddings began to happen she was proud to watch the next generations get married and start their lives as a new family.

Marie was a trooper with outdoor activities. She took part hunting at Sand Burr Acres, fishing and riding for miles on snowmobiles with family and friends.

Marie and Bob were very active members of the Apple River Drifters, a camping club, and enjoyed many trips around the US and Canada with their friends.

They spent some winter time with the motorhome camping at Circus Circus campground in Las Vegas.

When traveling with the motorhome became difficult they purchased a home in Apache Junction, Arizona.

They spent many enjoyable winters there with great friends.

When being away for winters was their routine they also purchased a home at Pondhurst in Amery which made upkeep easier for them. After Bob's death in 2017, Marie moved to Riverbend Assisted Living. She was still able to get out and enjoy activities with family and friends. As the rigors of Parkinson’s disease started to take their toll it became too difficult to live independently, so she moved to Willow Ridge Nursing Home in December of 2019. She participated in as many of the activities there as she could, and still continued to get out for church and family gatherings.

Marie experienced a medical emergency on Mon-

day, February 24, 2020 and was taken to the Amery Hospital. With no alternatives for care she was placed on comfort care and that evening passed away surrounded by her loving family.

Marie was preceded in death by her parents and husband Bob. Surviving family members include her children: Lou (Kathy) Williamson, Chuck (Cheryl) Williamson, Jon (Karen) Williamson and Diane (Tim) Crawley; grandchildren: Gehrig (Michelle) Williamson, Steve (Tressa) Williamson, Jeremy (Erin) Williamson, Amanda (Tony) Aizpurua, Carly Williamson, Marty (Brittanie) Williamson, Wendy (Anthony) Williamson, Curtis (Amanda) Williamson, Paul (Amy Jo) Lundgren, Andy (Abby) Lundgren, and Amy Lundgren; great grandchildren: Ella, Grace, Anna, Luciana, Mateo, Laken, Hans, Elin, Gavin, Jenna, Brady, Nola, Quinn, and Olin. She also leaves one sister Charlotte Christenson and many other relatives and friends.

Funeral Services were held at 11 AM on Saturday, February 29, 2020 at the First Lutheran Church in Amery with Pastor Tim Bjorge officiating. Visitation was held from 4 - 7 PM on Friday at the Williamson-White Funeral Home and for one hour prior to the services on Saturday at the Church. Interment took place immediately following the service at the Amery Cemetery.

To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute please visit www.williamsonwhite.com Arrangements were entrusted to the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 222 Harriman Avenue North Amery, Wisconsin 54001.

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Marie Jeannette Williamson Marie Jeannette Williamson was born in Frederic, Wisconsin on October 2, 1928 the daughter of Alvin and Agnes Stenberg. She grew up in Amery and attended Amery High School where she was active in c choir and band. She gradu uated from Amery High S School in 1946. She married h her high school sweetheart, B Bob Williamson, on June 116, 1948 after Bob returned ffrom serving in the US N Navy. They lived on Bob's g grandfather’s farm for a sshort time until moving to tthe twin cities for Bob to a attend mortuary school.

M Marie worked as a secretary for an insurance agency, and helped with a lot of school work for Bob. They returned to Amery where Bob went to work for Stenberg Furniture and Undertaking.

In 1951 the first of four children was born. Marie was kept busy raising the family. She was a member of First Lutheran Church and sang in the church choir for many years. Marie enjoyed bowling and went to several state tournaments over the years.

She was active in Eastern Star and served in many of the officer's roles. When she and Bob purchased the funeral home from her father she became a big part of helping with the business, fielding the phone calls and doing whatever other jobs that needed to be done.

Marie kept up the home schedule and got kids where

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John A Rudeen John A Rudeen, age 91 of Clear Lake, WI, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at his home in Clear Lake after a bout with Pancreatic Cancer.

John Alfred Rudeen was b born on August 6, 1928, in S Star Prairie, WI, the son of J J. Robert & Marie (Andersson) Rudeen. He grew up in S St. Croix County, moving a around the area with his ffamily, he attended Pleasa ant View & Hilson Country S Schools and High School iin Glenwood City. John w was married to Lucille M. B Berenschot at the Congrega-

tional Church in Amery on April 12, 1952. He entered the United States Army in 1954 and was honorably discharged in 1956. When John returned from the service, he and Lucy made their home in Clear Lake, WI and raised 6 children, Steven, Scott, Leona, Laurie, Larrie & Leslie. Over the years, John worked in farming, at the Clear Lake Creamery, the Farmers Union Creamery and eventually retired from WI Dairies in Barron. During his retirement, he worked as a care taker at the Clear Lake Cemetery and vacationed during the winter months at Apache Juction and Mesa, AZ. In his spare time, John enjoyed old time dancing, tinkering, fishing, and reading and will be sorely missed by his family and friends.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Lucille Rudeen; son, Steven Rudeen; his parents, J. Robert and Marie Rudeen; brothers, Clifford, Roy, Ralph and Vernon Rudeen; and brother in law, Wayne Hoff.

He is survived by sons and daughters Scott Rudeen - Clear Lake, WI, Leona Voss - Clear Lake, WI, Laurie (Rick) Mellerud - Amery, WI, Larrie Rudeen - Clear Lake, WI, Leslie Rudeen - Knapp, WI; 9 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; sister, Julia Hoff; sisters & brothers in law Kathleen (John) Berends, David (Marnie) Anderson, Sarah Rudeen, Elaine Rudeen; nieces, nephews, family & friends.

There will be a Celebration of Life on on Saturday, March 7, 2020 from 1 -4 pm at the First Lutheran church in Clear Lake, WI. Interment will be at the Amery Cemetery in Amery, WI in the Spring with Full Military Honors by the All Clear Lake Veterans Honor Guard. Clergy - Rev. Bryan Anderson.

Scheuermann Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Clear Lake handled the arrangements. www. clearlakefuneralhome.com

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Music is the art of making sounds. It can be created by making sounds with your voice or by playing instruments. You can keep a piece of music “alive” by writing it down or recording it.

Dance is created by moving the body.

Many of the actions or movements are repeated. People in all parts of the world enjoy dance. It is kept in memories and on film. It is passed on from one person to another.

Art lets us create using materials. Paint, charcoal, clay, paper and glue are just a few things you can use to share your ideas and express your feelings.

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Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn. (Benjamin Carolyn C l Lumsden L d Franklin – one of the founding 715-483-9738 fathers of our country) This is such a simple cake but tastes good. Add a dollop of whipped cream/topping or scoop of ice cream to make it even better.

BLACK FOREST DUMP CAKE Put into lightly greased/sprayed 9x13" baking pan: 2 cans (20 oz. ea.) cherry pie filling Sprinkle on top: 1 box (18.5 oz.) devil’s food cake mix (unmixed) Drizzle over the top of it all: 3/4 c. melted butter Sprinkle on top: 1 c. chocolate chips Bake at 350˚ for 1 hour. Don’t worry if there are a few dry patches. Serve warm with scoop of ice cream.

Here is another quick and easy meal. It is made in your skillet. Use leftover cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken for this recipe.

CHICKEN AND BOW TIE PASTA Heat in 10� skillet and bring to a boil: 1-1/4 c. water 1 c. three-cheese pasta sauce (from 15 oz. jar) 1-1/2 c. uncooked bow-tie pasta Reduce heat to medium, stir occasionally 8 minutes: Add, stir, cover and simmer 5-7 minutes longer or until pasta is tender: 2 c, cooked chicken, cut into bite-size pieces 3/4 c. frozen peas 1 tsp. Italian seasoning Remove from heat, garnish with snipped fresh basil, if desired.

Serve with shredded Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Serves 3-4.

Add, bring to boil and add, stirring occasionally: 1 jar (25.5 oz.) tomato basil pasta sauce 3/4 c. heavy whipping cream Stir in and return to boiling: 12 oz. uncooked penne past (3-3/4 c.) the browned meatballs Cook for 18-22 minutes, uncovered, until pasta is cooked and meatballs are done (165Ëš in center of meatballs). Sauce should be thickened by then.

Top with shredded Parmesan cheese, if desired.

You can also add some snipped fresh basil leaves, if desired. Serves 4-6. Hint: If using store-bought meatballs, be sure they are thawed or add more cooking time. Put the meatballs in and add the pasta a bit later so meatballs are heated well and penne is done.

Muffins are always good to serve and eat.

CRANBERRY MUFFINS Chop: 1 c. fresh cranberries Add and combine: 1/4 c. sugar Combine in another bowl: 2 c. flour 4 tsp. baking powder 3/4 tsp. salt 1/4 c. sugar Beat lightly: 1 egg Add and combine: 1 c. milk 3 T. melted butter Combine with dry ingredients until just mixed.

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11-11:45 am Rumble Jumble Open Gym at Intermediate School gym (through March when school is in session)

6-8 pm Pickleball/ Open Gym at Amery High School (through March)

8:15 am Amery Housing Authority Meeting at the AHA Office 5:30 pm Polk County Democrats at the Dresser Pizzeria 6:30 pm Bingo at the VFW Hall 7 pm Amery Boys Basketball WIAA Tournament at Amery High School

SAUSAGE MEATBALL A ND TOMATO PENNE Combine for the meatballs: 4 pounds bulk mild Italian sausage 1/2 c. Italian style crispy bread crumbs 1/2 c. finely chopped onion 1 egg Shape mixture into 12 – 2" meatballs and cook over medium heat, in 1 T. olive oil, in a 5 quart Dutch oven. Cook 9-11 minutes, gently turning occasionally, until browned on all sides.

Stir in and heat to boiling: 3 c. chicken broth (from 32 oz. container)

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Microwave until melted (stir after 40 seconds and then 10 seconds until melted: 2 squares (4 oz. ea) semi-sweet baking chocolate, broken into pieces Add and stir in: 1/4 c. milk Cool 10 minutes.

Combine: 1 tub (8 oz.) frozen whipped topping, thawed 2 tsp. powdered sugar 1 tsp. vanilla Stir half of the melted chocolate into above mixture, then add the rest of the chocolate and combine lightly. Put mixture into prepared crust and refrigerate at least 4 hours.

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Students tour the Amery Free Press Amery High School students from Mrs. Swenson’s class, joined her, Mrs. Anderson and Mrs. Wulf for a tour of the Amery Free Press February 26. They started at Publishers Printing to see how newspapers are made. Next, they went to the Free Press to see how stories are placed on pages. Before leaving they were able to visit the room where every edition of the Amery Free Press ever released is stored. They were able to look at editions from the 1940s, 60’s and 90’s to see how ads and story topics have changed over the years. Pictured L-R: Carter Mathieu, Hunter DeSota, Ethan Clark, Michael Crosby, Joseph Quarberg, Cheyenne Griffith, April Ziemer (Amery Free Press Editor), Ulric Gatica, and Tori Richards.

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 800-642-1336 ext. 2431 to register.

Alanon/Alateen (for family and friends of alcoholics) meets Thursday nights 7-8 p.m. at First Lutheran church, Amery. 715-268-8362.

Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Monday 7 p.m., Wednesday 10 a.m., Thursday 7 p.m., Friday 7 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m., Sunday 7 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. 715-781-4380 Jason.

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Tuesdays 7 p.m. at Clear Lake Community Center, VFW Room 123. Richard 715-554-7277, Teresa 612-636-3244.

Alcoholics Anonymous meets Monday at noon B.B., 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 Hospital & Clinic, BirthDay Suites Waiting Room. Join at any time.

No charge.

The Baby Bistro: Breastfeeding Support Group.

This free support group encourages, helps and supports women before, during and after breastfeeding. Led by a certified breastfeeding counselor, who is also a registered nurse and a mother of four, attendees learn from, share with, and support other mothers who are breastfeeding. Pregnant women who are considering breastfeeding are strongly encouraged to attend. Every Wednesday from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Amery Hospital & Clinic, Boardroom, 2nd floor. No fee, no registration required, just stop by.

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 information call Pat Skinner at 715-822-8422 and leave message.

Cancer, Grief & Depression Support Group. A

support group to allow people to talk about their experiences with cancer, grief and depression as well as share mutual support to one another. Second Tuesday of every month at Amery Area Community Center at 1 p.m. You can join at any time and it is free and open to the public.

Cancer Support Group meets the second Tuesday of the month at the Amery Public Library at 6 p.m.

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.

Christian Based Cancer Support Group meets Wednesdays the third Wednesday of the month at the Amery Public Library meeting room at 10 a.m. Everyone is welcome! For more information call 715-268-6957.

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 - S.T.A.R.S. (Surviving Trauma Advocacy Resource Group) Monday 4-5 p.m. in Amery, Tuesday 6-7 p.m. in Osceola, Wednesday 2-3 p.m. in Milltown and Thursday 6-7 p.m. in Milltown. Domestic Violence Education Class every other Wednesday from 10-noon in Milltown.

Burnett County - Monday 4-5 p.m. 715-349-7272. Barron County - Thursday 5:30-6:30 p.m. 715-651-4969.

For more information call CRA 715-825-4414 or the 24 hour crisis line 1-800-261-7233. All groups are held every week unless noted. Child care is available with some groups. Ask your facilitator prior to the group meeting.

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 American 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 Professionals 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.

Families and Parenting. Milltown Parenting Group meets Wednesdays from 1-2 p.m., Milltown Family Group has dinner from 5-5:30 p.m. and F.U.N. from 5-6 p.m. on Thursdays. For more information call CRA 715-825-4414. All groups are held every week unless noted. Child care is available with some groups. Ask your facilitator prior to the group meeting.

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 of the month at 10 a.m. in the east wing sunporch. GAM is Polk County’s longest operating longterm healthcare facility. The Family Council’s goal is to enhance the lives of the residents beyond what the staff normally does.

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.

GriefShare, a non-denominational special help seminar and support group for people experiencing the loss of a loved one is being held at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Amery on Thursdays from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

The church is located at 1050 Keller Ave. N. GriefShare features nationally recognized experts on grief recovery topics. Seminar sessions include “Is This Normal?” “The Challenges of Grief,” “Grief and Your Relationships,” “Why?” and “Guilt and Anger.” For more information call St. Joseph Catholic church at 715-268-7717.

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.

Memory Cafe. Do you or your loved one have memory concerns or early signs of dementia? Join us at the Amery Memory Cafe where individuals with memory concerns and their care partners, family and friends can laugh, learn and stay connected in a safe atmosphere.

The Memory Cafe meets at the Amery Area Community Center the 3rd Thursday of each month from 1-2:30 p.m. Please RSVP to Barb at the ADRC of NW WI at 877-485-2372. Memory Cafe is free to attend, and coffee and snacks are provided.

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 Journey Church, 131 Broadway St., Amery, Mondays from 1:302:30 p.m. Contact Jen at 715-268-2223 with questions. (only meets during the school year.)

MOPS and MOMsnext (Mothers of Preschoolers) is a group for moms and their kids. Every mom who is pregnant or has a child at home is welcome, accepted, and challenged to meet her potential.

Better moms make a better world! For more info go to clmops@hotmail.com.

PEPTalk - P(arents)E(ncouraging)P(arents)... exists to encourage, support, and build up a community of homeschool families in Polk County, Wisconsin. We welcome all types of homeschooling families to check

us out! PEPTalk activities happen throughout the month. For more information contact Jenn Dueholm, jenndueholm@yahoo.com or Wendy Dietrich, thedietrichs@amerytel.net. Like us on Facebook under PEPTalk.

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 Tuesdays 3:30-5 p.m. at the Balsam Lake Municipal Building (under the water tower), Balsam Lake. Contact Sheila 715-857-5892 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.

Weight Loss Club meets Thursdays 8-9 a.m. Our Savior’s Lutheran church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. Bonnie Timm 715-268-2980.

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.

Yoga for Addiction Recovery Y12SR is a 12 step based discussion and yoga practice that is open to anyone and everyone dealing with their own addictive behavior or affected by the addictive behavior of others. All A's are welcome. Great Blue Yoga, 113 Keller Ave N 54001, 6:45 p.m., Tuesdays.

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For the month of March, artZ Gallery proudly features the work of five area artists Please join us on Friday, March 13th from 5-9 pm for a reception and to meet the artists.

JOYCE HALVORSON Joyce is the Blacksmith at Johnson Creek Forge by Barron, Wisconsin.

Her love for blacksmithing began thirty-plus years ago at a farrier’s class.

Now, instead of forging horseshoes she makes decorative hooks, bottle openers, candle holders and many other items for the home, along with unique sculptural pieces.

WENDY FRANK Wendy has always been driven by color and has pursued that fascination through many mediums, most recently beaded jewelry, and now hand-raised copper. She started with very simple forms and continues to challenge herself with forming more advanced

shapes and sawn patterns. “I’m endlessly fascinated with copper. I love the way it moves. I love the color and oxidation when it is heated. I love the smell of the metal as it heats, the sound of it and the feel of it.” The next progression was to enamel where she could achieve vivid colors. 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 TIN CAT STUDIO Randy and Lisa Lee live amongst the corn and hayfields outside of Luck, WI. Together they enjoy photographing the countryside, searching for vintage finds, creating art, and keeping an eye out for Sasquatch. Randy loves photographing old barns, rusty cars, windmills, trees, and birds. Randy states,

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“It is my passion to capture as many of these memorable monuments of history before they vanish completely.” He is also the mastermind behind the custom frames that currently make up most of their body of work. They are always on the lookout for materials that can be used to make these pieces of art unique.

Lisa loves Macro photography the most.

“Finding the tiny, little details in the world around us is fascinating and a source of joy. Tiny flowers poking out of the grass, raindrops hanging from pine needles, hoar frost hanging tightly to a thistle; all great beauty found within a tiny little space.” She also does the encaustic wax work that can be seen in the majority of their framed artwork. www.tincatstudio.com BRIAN HALL Brian uses predominately reclaimed material to build furniture. Much of it is recovered from his construction business projects, 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 furniture 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 philosophies.” See Brian’s work at www.oakleafbuildingwi.com

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point in favor of his opponents.

In the semifinal round, Hopke fell, 2-1, to third-ranked Quincy

MASON TYLEE Ninth-ranked Mason Tylee wrapped up his season with

Amery's wrestling team tied Tomahawk for the 12th-most points among the 71 teams represented in Division 2 of the 2019-20 WIAA Individual State Championships of the weekend.

JORDAN PENARD Jordan Penard led the way, wrapping up a 39-5 season with a 4th-place finish in the 132-pound bracket - one place higher than his final state ranking of the season. Penard opened the state tournament by pinning Little Chute's Noah Kilgas (10-5, ranked No. 12) in just 1:42. He then followed with a 10-4 decision over Viroqua's third-ranked Cale Anderson (46-6) in the quarterfinals.

Two Rivers' second-ranked Bailey Thelen (38-4) edged Penard by a 2-0 decision in the semifinals, but Penard bounced back to best fourth-ranked Sawyer Best (48-3) of Bloomer/ Colfax by a 12-4 major decision.

In his final match of the state tourney, Penard dropped a 4-0 decision to sixth-ranked Matt Rogge (46-7) of Prairie Du Chien. Thelen finished in second place.

WALKER INGHAM Walker Ingham (39-6) also won his first two matches on the way to a fifth-place finish in the 145 pound bracket - living up to his billing as the 5th ranked wrestler in the state.

Ingham opened with a 13-2 major decision over ninthranked Adam Sauer (45-6) of Lomira and then gritted out a 5-1 sudden victory over seventh-ranked Ethan Schwartz (35-5) of Denmark.

Kewaskum's second-ranked Braiden Scoles (41-3) put the brakes on Ingham in the semifinals, ending the match with a 14-0 major decision. Ingham then lost his next match by a 5-1 decision to Ashland's fourth-ranked Jared Stricker (46-2) before topping eighthranked Wyatt Esker (43-8) of Wittenberg-Birnamwood in the fifth-place match. Scoles went on to win the state title.

KALE HOPKE Fourth-ranked Kale Hopke (39-6) placed sixth at 195 pounds. He opened with a 7-3 decision over 12th-ranked Carson Lobdel (27-12) of Darlington/Black Hawk and followed with a 7-4 decision over Berlin's seventh-ranked C.J. Kurczek (38-9).

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Kale Hopke wrestling in the 195 pound bracket.

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Walker Ingham wrestling in the 145 pound bracket.

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Kale Hopke placed sixth.

Klister (44-4) of Wrightstown.

The following match produced the same score as Hopke lost to Tomahawk's eighth-ranked Erick Decker (38-11).

In the fifth-place match, Hopke was pinned by fifth-ranked Drew Ries (34-3) of Turner in 4:09. Klister finished in second place.

a 27-8 record after losing by a 15-0 technical fall to Richland Center's 11th-ranked Max Schmidt (44-10) in the first round of the state tournament at 138 pounds.

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Jordan Penard wrestling in the 132 pound bracket.

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Anderson places fourth at state wrestling

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Clear Lake's wrestling team was one of five teams to record 18 points at the 2019-20 WIAA Division 3 State Individual Wrestling Championships over the weekend, placing the Warriors 28th of 66 teams represented in their division.

One-hundred-six-pounder Mitch Anderson (40-8) was the only Warrior to work his way to the podium, earning fourth place. Anderson (ranked No. 6 heading into the tournament) started strong, pinning ninthranked Mason Hoopman (3015) of Cedar Grove-Belgium in just 1 minute and 48 seconds.

In the quarterfinals, however, he was pinned in 2:34 by third-ranked Nolan Mckittrick (41-4) of Royall. Anderson fought back to earn a 3-2 decision over fourth-ranked Ray Lemieux (35-13) of Coleman and a 4-1 decision over 11th-ranked Pittsville's Peter Esser (27-16) to earn a spot in the third-place match. His final match of the season ended in an 11-3 major decision loss to Mckittrick.

Fourth-ranked Dominick Leintz wrapped up his season with a 43-5 overall record at 113 pounds. He won his first state tournament match by a 9-6 decision over sixth-ranked Kevin Klemm (34-5) of Manawa, but fell 10-12 to second-ranked Remington Bontreger (46-3) of Lancaster in the quarterfinals and followed with a 5-11 loss to eighth-ranked Karter Stutgen (25-8) of Stratford. Bontreger placed second.

Matt Anderson (35-11, 132 pounds), who entered as the eighth-ranked wrestler, won his opening match by a 9-0 major decision over 10th-ranked Camron Dammann (27-8) of Pittsville. In the quarterfinals, he ran into third-ranked Cael Erickson (46-3) of Cedar Grove-Belgium and was

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Mitchell Anderson in his fourth place podium spot.

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Mitchell Anderson wrestling in the 106 pound bracket.

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Matthew Anderson wrestling in the 132 pound bracket.

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Dominic Leintz wresting in the 113 pound bracket.

pinned in 3 minutes. Then his season ended with a 3-7 sudden victory loss to Cadott's seventh-ranked Tristan Drier (39-14). Erickson placed third.

Sixth-ranked Ivan Ruble (40-7, 160 pounds) was pinned 5:16 into his first round match by 11th-ranked Nick Blaschke

(29-21) of Fennimore. Blaschke placed fourth.

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Ivan Ruble wrestling in the 160 pound bracket.

No. 9 Warriors fall in regular season ďŹ nale

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Clear Lake's ninth-ranked boys basketball team suffered just its fourth loss of the season on Feb. 27 when it fell 37-54 to Unity in its regular season finale.

Tyson Blanchard was the only Warrior to reach double figures as he led the team in scoring (15 points), rebounds (six) and assists (four).

Brett Benson contributed seven points and three rebounds. Ashtyn O'Bryan pitched in seven points and three rebounds.

Also scoring for Clear Lake (18-4) were: Will Fitzer (six points, three assists, two steals and two rebounds) and Riley Peterson (two

points, three rebounds, two blocked shots).

Unity (19-3) is the reigning LakeWest Conference Champion while Clear Lake won this year's Lakeland-Central Conference Title.

Clear Lake hosts Prairie Farm on Tuesday in the first round of the WIAA regional tournament.

Clear Lake wins seventh straight with victory over Webster

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

With a 72-48 home victory over Webster on Feb. 24, the Lakeland-Central Conference champion Clear Lake boys basketball team extended its winning streak to seven games.

The Warriors (18-3) built a 19-point first half lead to set the tone of the contest and Riley Peterson finished as the team's leading

scorer with 14 points. He also tallied five rebounds and a block.

Brett Benson was the leading defender with seven steals - while tallying eight points and three assists. Tyson Blanchard led the team in assists, with eight, and added nine points, three rebounds and two steals.

Ashyn O'Bryan also had a solid game with 13 points and a team-high eight

rebounds. Jarrett Marlett contributed 10 points, four rebounds and two steals.

Also scoring for the Warriors were Ethan Kirk (eight points, two rebounds, two steals), Alex St. John (four points, two rebounds), Will Fitzer (three points, three rebounds, two steals) and Angel Guillen (one point).

Webster's record sits at 10-12.

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Clear Lake subjugates Cornell by 51-points in regional quarterfinal

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Martin breaks record This year AHS senior, Grady Martin, had the most points ever as a defenseman in a single season. Martin’s 41 points broke the current record held by Brett Forrest with 29.

Warriors ousted by Barron

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery's girls basketball team's 2019-20 season came to a close on Feb. 28 with 36-52 loss to Barron in the first round of the WIAA regional tournament.

The Warriors (16-7) struggled in key aspects of the game, shooting just 20 percent from the field and getting outrebounded 20-36. They did, however, win the steal battle, 6-5, and had two blocks compared to one by the Bears (12-12). Barron also turned the ball over 15 times - compared to 10 turnovers by the Warriors.

Nevertheless, Barron built a nine point halftime lead and extended it by another seven in the second half.

Julia Engebretson led Amery with 15 points, eight rebounds and

a blocked shot. Ella Schmidt was close behind with 14 points, five rebounds and a block.

Also scoring for the Warriors were Drew Granica (three points), Lydia Monson (two points, four rebounds, three steals), Mariah Waalen (one point) and Mia Brotzel (one point).

Barron lost 32-62 to ninth-ranked St. Croix Falls (23-1) in the regional final on Feb. 29.

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Morgan Brotzel attempts to sneak past Barron.

Clear Lake's second-ranked girls basketball team began WIAA regional tournament play on Feb. 25 with a 70-19 victory over Cornell.

Led by Maddie Rosen's 18 points and eight rebounds, the Warriors (22-0) blew past Lakeland-East Conference's sixth-place team in a hurry. By halftime, Clear Lake had already built a 36-point lead.

Madison Zimmer contributed 17 points and two steals.

Also scoring for the Warriors

were Julianna Rosen (eight points, five rebounds, two steals), Maggie Rosen (seven points, two rebounds, two assists, six steals), Kaylee Madison (five points, two assists, two steals), Rayne Vangsness (four points, five rebounds), Em Roesler (four points, two rebounds), Lily Hacker (three points, three rebounds, two assists), Jassmyn Warner (three points, three rebounds) and Lizzie Rosen (one point, three rebounds, two steals).

Cornell finished the season with a 6-17 record.

Lepak scores 17 in loss to SCC

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery's boys basketball team wrapped up its 2019-20 regular season on Feb. 27 in Hammond with a 43-80 loss to the St. Croix Central Panthers.

Kenny Lepak scored nearly half of the Warriors' points, racking up 17 points while sinking 2-of-3 three-point attempts and 7-of-12 field goals. Lepak also posted four rebounds and two assists.

Other Amery scorers included Luke Julson (nine points, four rebounds, two assists), Jason Oft (six points, four rebounds), Wyatt Luchtenberg (four points, two rebounds, three assists, one block), Gavin Melberg (three points, two rebounds), Raymond Sowell (two points), and Lane Frederick (two points). Mikey Kurshinski contributed two steals and two assists.

SCC (16-6) was led by Jackson Pettit (19 points), Scout Mousel (16 points) and Collin Hackbarth (14 points).

Amery (0-22) carries a 28-game CINDY LUEHMAN losing streak into Tuesday's Luke Julson takes a WIAA Regional showdown with shot at the net.

Somerset (13-9).

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Madison Zimmer puts up a 3 point shot, which would be her 1000th.

Warriors start blow out Gillman in Regional final

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Clear Lake finished a busy week of WIAA Division 5 regional tournament play on Feb. 29 by winning the regional title with a 72-46 shellacking of Gilman at home.

The Warriors (24-0) sprinted out to a 40-15 halftime lead before backing off the accelerator in the second half.

Maggie Rosen and Madison Zimmer were unstoppable with 18 points each. Rosen also added seven points, two assists, two steals and a blocked shot while Zimmer shot 8 of 14 from the field, sank two 3-pointers and tallied a team-high nine assists to go with her four rebounds and two steals.

Julianna Rosen posted a double-double with 12 points and 11 rebounds. She also notched three assists, three steals and a block. Maddie Rosen was the fourth Warrior in double figures, with 11 points, and contributed four rebounds to the cause.

Also scoring for Clear Lake were Lizzie Rosen (four points, two rebounds, two steals), Teagen Monson (three points), Rayne Vangsness (three points, one block) and Brooke Cress (three points).

Gilman (18-7) finished fourth in the Cloverbelt-East Conference this season.

Rice Lake upsets Amery in hockey playoffs

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

A storybook season came to a close for the Amery boys hockey team on Feb. 25 as the Warriors hosted Rice Lake in the first round of the WIAA playoffs and were upset, 0-2, by the visiting Warriors.

"I have never seen our building look quite the way it did," said Amery Coach Tim Henningsgard. "Everyone from Rice Lake in blue and everyone from Amery in red. The atmosphere was truly incredible for the game."

Despite the atmosphere, Amery (19-5) struggled to gain any momentum and was outshot in every period, resulting in two goals by Rice Lake's Cole Fenske.

"Our special teams let us down tonight," Henningsgard said. "We couldn't capitalize on any of our chances including a 5 on 3. Our power play has been unstoppable all year and not converting

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During the battle of the Warriors, Ethan Mork tallied 36 saves for Amery against Rice Lake.

tonight cost us a chance to win."

The Amery Warriors were 0-for-4 on power plays, while Rice Lake (8-13-1) turned its only power play into a goal 1:29 into the second period.

"For the last two months, the puck has bounced our way every night," Hen-

ningsgard said. "Tonight, all the puck luck was against us. That will happen from time to time, I just wish it wasn't tonight."

Overall, Rice Lake outshot Amery, 3827 and Ethan Mork tallied 36 saves.

"This was still a fantastic season,

and one game doesn't define our terrific year," Henningsgard said." This program accomplished many firsts this season because of the wonderful seniors we had on our team."

As a result of the fantastic regular season, three representatives of the team are up for state postseason awards.

Coach Henningsgard was named the Section 1 Division 2 Coach of the Year and is a finalist the the State Coach of the Year Honor.

Jackson Henningsgard is a finalist for the Wisconsin Hockey Coaches Association Player of the Year Award.

Fletcher Kjeseeth is a finalst for the Adam Burish "Unsung" Hero Award.

Matt Humpal was also selected as the Section 1 Division 2 Assistant Coach of the Year Award winners will be chosen Friday night of the state tournament.

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Warriors sail past Owen-Withee in regional semiďŹ nal

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Owen-Withee provided little resistance to Wisconsin's No. 2-ranked Clear Lake girls basketball team in the WIAA Division 5 regional semifinal on Feb. 28 in Clear Lake.

The Warriors (23-0) jumped out to a 37-point halftime lead before cruising to a 71-28 victory.

Madison Zimmer led the charge with 16 points, three steals and three assists. Maggie Rosen added 11 points, three steals, two rebounds and two assists. Maddie Rosen pitched in 11 points, four rebounds and two steals.

Also scoring for the Warriors were Lizzie Rosen (nine points, two steals), Julianna Rosen (eight points, seven rebounds, one block), Brooke Cress (five points, two steals), Lily Hacker (five points, three rebounds, three assists), Teagen Monson (three points, two steals), Kaylee Madison (two points, two rebounds, two steals) and Rayne Vangsness (one points, four rebounds).

Owen Withee placed sixth in the Cloverbelt-East Conference and finished the season with an 11-13 record.

We all have had that moment in a difficult situation where it may be easier to act differently than we usually do; to fit in with people we first meet. Not being your real self can come off as phony, fake, insincere or pretentious, none of which are considered complements. What can we do so show our authenticity each day? According to Psychology Today there are four simple steps we can practice to be our true selves every day. To start off being keenly self-aware; where do you feel your most comfortable, where do you feel you are not? Secondly, find genuine connections, by developing a genuine understanding and connection to people you are more likely to feel the same way. Third, don’t be perfect, too often we strive to be perfect, when we show that we are vulnerable or need help is when we show our true self. Lastly, be present, being more present in conversations and relationships can be one of the most effective ways to ensure authenticity in any situation.

Health & Wellness Expo: Our annual Health & Wellness Expo will be held on Friday March 20th from 10:00-1:00. We are looking for vendors that want to share their healthy products with us. Call 715-2686605 or email aaccjen@outlook.com for more details.

Then & Now: We would love it if you would share a picture of you from when you were young; such as your senior photo and a current photo as well. We will hang them in the center to share with all our members. Call or stop in and see Jen for more details.

2020 Memberships are due! Stop in and See Jen or Amanda to pay your dues and update your information.

• Are you looking for a place to host a graduation party or family gathering such as a birthday party?? Did you know for the cost of $150 (as a

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member) or $200 (for non-member) you can rent the Amery Area Community Center for birthday parties, weddings, or anniversary celebrations, even end of life celebrations? This cost includes the rental of the main hall and use of commercial kitchen. We will also work with profit and nonprofit organizations to help with the perfect meeting place. Call 715-268-6605 for available dates. • Do you volunteer around our community? Did you know that by telling us your volunteer hours it helps gain grant dollars by showing how active our members are? Please email Jen at aaccjen@ outlook.com or call 715-268-6605 with your hours each month, thank you! • Did you know we have all kinds of greeting cards for sale here? They are twenty-five cents per card and sympathy cards are one dollar. Stop in and check out our variety! • Like us on Facebook! Share our postings the more people that know what activities we have happening the better! Search www.facebook.com/ amerycommunitycenter

• Want to get a complete workout in just 30 minutes? Do you enjoy walking on a treadmill? Get all of that for just $10/month if you are a member of the Amery Area Community Center. Our hours are 7am-4:30pm M-Th & 7am-3pm on Fridays.

There are no contracts to lock into and no hidden fees. Come down and check us out! • Are you Spring Cleaning?? We are looking for Rummage Sale donations! Stop in any time we are open and drop off your unwanted household items. No clothes please. • Monday February 24th Bridge winners are Paula Schmid in first and Peg Bavin placed second. • Tuesday February 25th Pool winners are Dean Elken in first, Gary Snelling with second, Gene Pribnow took third, Al Frank with fourth and Les Peterson with the consolation prize. • Wednesday February 26th Bridge winners are Patty Talbot with first, Lou Molnar in second, and Paula Schmid for third. • Thursday February 27th Pool winners are Gary Snelling in first, Mary Fisher placed second, Dean Elken with third, Wendell Anderson in fourth, Sue Albright in fifth, and Gene Pribnow in sixth, Carl Johnson took the consolation prize.

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ARNELL MEMORIAL HUMANE SOCIETY Poppy is a two year old Classic Calico. She has a gorgeous patchwork Calico saddle and mask. Not only does she possess the Calico coat, Poppy also has the confident Calico personality. She is friendly to everyone she meets and will leave her perch to greet anyone who comes to visit. She enjoys proper adoration and petting, befitting of a well behaved diva but is also at home in her own company. Catnip toys bring out her playful side. A quiet evening on the couch, watching TV is her idea of the perfect sunset. Poppy will make a great companion kitty for someone.

Two dogs and three cats were adopted last week. Tabby brothers Lex and Gecko found homes easily.

We knew they would with their charming personalities and handsome good looks. A young woman fell for the quiet and casual Sasha.

And Australian Shepherd Mix, Ryker found his very own boy.

They made a great team.

The big news is that after three months at the shelter, our dynamic Lab-Pit mix Tate, found his forever home. His stay with us began in late November when he was surrendered for a lack of training. For a Pit mix at 10 months of age, that is a problem.

Tate was playful to his very core.

His playfulness had gotten out of hand, having never been taught proper play with humans. Without this lesson, he relied on his canine rough and tumble play style, using his mouth to engage playmates.

He never meant to harm anyone; it was all he knew.

His first month at the shelter was all about teaching him not use his mouth – on your arm, on the leash, to get your attention, to play tug-of-war. He was rewarded for quiet engagement, rewarded for not using the leash as a tug toy, he was rewarded for learning desired behaviors like sit, wait and down. Tate was very smart and he learned quickly, enjoying the game of learning.

It took numerous potential adoption introductions but Tate did finally meet his forever home Bulldog-Pit mix playmate Odin, over the weekend. They were introduced in our exercise pen and worked out their play strategy

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before ever going home. Odin’s parents now have two over-thetop playful Pit Mixes. They will undoubtedly keep them on their toes and engaged. We are thrilled to see Tate in a home where he will receive the love and attention he deserves.

There are no kittens available this time of year, but we do have a few wonderful adult cats waiting to go home. Nina is an older Brown Tabby. She is looking for a quiet home to soak up some sunshine and purr in her sleep. Valyrie had a medium long coat of soft Grey Tabby. She is almost too friendly and would make a great cat for a family with young children.

Seraphina is a Dark Grey Tabby

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Bob suggested we all do push-ups.

I guess I should mention that I don’t know Bob. Peter, my husband, knew Bob in high school.

To be perfectly honest, I’m not sure Peter and Bob were even close pals in high school. But Bob sent me a Facebook friend request shortly after he became Facebook friends with Peter and, even though I don’t know Bob, I accepted. Then Bob challenged me to do push-ups. “Join me in the push-up The challenge!� Bob said.

I was delighted that I been Postscript invited. I love the idea of a Carrie Classon personal trainer—although I am far too cheap to hire one. Here was Bob, offering to provide encouragement and support and that’s important, especially as we get older. A person can coast through their thirties and forties without a care and then one day, you flap your arms in the mirror and discover you look like a bat. It’s not good.

Now here was Bob, offering to save me from my bat wings. I was delighted.

Looking back on it now, I’m not sure Bob really intended for me to take up his challenge. I suspect he was thinking that other friends—friends he actually knew—might be inspired to start doing push-ups with him every day. But I appreciate when someone challenges me to try something new. So, when Bob suggested that we should all start doing push-ups, I started doing push-ups.

I wasn’t very good at first.

But the nice thing about having a long-distance coach is that Bob was not very demanding. I figured if I added one push-up every other day the days would add up—and they did. “I’m still doing push-ups!� I reported to my new friend, Bob, with some regularity. Bob didn’t write back but I like to think he nodded approvingly.

Then, I stopped.

I got busy and preoccupied and I let one day go and then another and soon it had been a week and, before long, it had been a month and I’d not done a single push-up. I could hardly look Bob in the face—except that I didn’t have to, as I mentioned, because I don’t actually know Bob. Still, I felt bad.

Today I was sitting and thinking of how things were going in my life—sort of taking an inventory, the way I like to do from time to time.

I have a book halfway finished and that makes me happy. I’ve been eating more or less healthy— although Peter has been on a cookie-baking binge and having freshly baked cookies in the house is a hazard. But overall, I thought things were going pretty well until I remembered the push-ups—and Bob. “I haven’t reported to Bob in ages!� I thought.

And it was true. I had ditched my personal trainer and I was not feeling good about it.

So, today I came clean and wrote to Bob. “Hey Bob! I stopped doing push-ups and felt terrible, but I’ve started again!� I wrote. And then I added, “Thank you for your inspiration.�

I knew Bob probably didn’t remember who I was, and that’s okay.

Almost every day someone gives me a lift, inspires me to do a little better, and I’m not very good at letting them know. So, I wanted Bob to know that he helped me do something that makes me feel better and I was grateful.

Imagine my surprise when I got a message from Bob. “Thanks for the kind words!� he said.

Now I definitely can’t slack again.

My arms are killing me.

Till next time, Carrie Carrie Classon’s memoir is called, “Blue Yarn.�

Learn more at CarrieClasson.com.

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AMERY COMMUNITY EDUCATION If you did not receive a catalog in your mail, you can get a copy at the Amery & Deer Park libraries, Amery Schools, other locations around town, or view it online. Check it out!

Pre-register and learn more through Amery Community Ed online at www.amerysd. k12.wi.us or by calling 715-2689771 x220.

THE MUSIC MAN at Chanhassen Dinner Theatre – TRIP: This six-time, Tony Award-winning musical comedy has been entertaining audiences since 1957 and is a family-friendly story to be shared with every generation. Includes full meal with a choice of entree selected at your table. Wednesday, April 1; lunch seating at 11; show at 1 p. Depart Amery at 9:15 with approximate return about 5:20 p. Fee $95 per ticket includes meal, show, and motor coach transportation.

DANCE classes – NEW: Dances for Weddings & Proms begins March 15. Beginning Country Line Dance, Latin Ballroom and Standard Ballroom classes begin March 23.

Classes on Sunday or Monday

evenings. Details online and in the printed catalog. Fee $15 for 2-night classes and $28 for 4-night classes. Pre-register.

Soap making (cold process) and optional follow-up lab.

Learn the art of making organic, herbal soap and go home with a bar. Saturday, March 7, class from 8:30-11:30 a. Fee $24 to Comm Ed and materials fee $4 to instructor in class. Ready to try your first full batch? Sign up for the afternoon LAB from 12-3 p. but must have taken the am class and pre-selected equipment & ingredients. Lab fee $24 to Comm Ed. Lab materials fee varies depending on choices.

Luck o’ the Irish Centerpiece -- Make & Take: Design a St. Patrick’s Day arrangement that will have you feeling like a leprechaun! Enjoy a fun evening of floral design. All materials and tools provided on Monday, March 9 from 6-7:30 p. Fee $19, pre-register with Community Ed. Materials Fee $20, pay at class.

Bob Ross-style Easy Oil Painting “Sunflowers”: Jay Rupp is a certified Bob Ross instructor.

Class is for experienced and be-

ginning painters. All supplies and materials are provided.

Monday, March 9 from 5:309:30 p. Fee $59, pre-register with Community Ed.

Play and Learn Parent-Child Group for parents and their little ones! Group activities, free play time, and supervised child time while parents are led by a Parent Educator to discuss parenting strategies, dilemmas, and everyday happenings with other parents in similar situations. Mondays, March 16 - May 18 from 10-11:30 a. No fee. Registration opens Mar 9 by calling 715-684-4440. Do Not register through Amery Community Ed.

Cool Creator Robotics: Gyro Bot for grades 4-6 after school building, programming and testing a robot. Four Mondays: March 16 - April 6 after school until 5 p. Fee $59/student.

Pre-register with Community Ed.

Basketball Winter Rec for Youth & Families: For boys and girls grades 4-12. Bring your own ball; enter through North doors. No fee. Sundays through March 15 from 1:30-3:30 p in

the Middle School gym

Rumble Jumble Open Gym sponsored by PowerUp for toddlers and preschoolers to run, burn energy, and have fun. Parents/Guardians are expected to stay in the gym. No fee – just show up. Tuesdays through March when school

is in session from 11 -11:45 a.

Intermediate School.

Pickleball - Open Gym: Join us on Wednesday nights to play the fastest growing recreational sport in the nation.

Wednesdays through March from 6-8 p in the High School.

No fee – just show up.

COLLEGE HONORS UW-GREEN BAY

Fall Semester Honors Clayton, WI Ashley Stafne, Semester High Honors Osceola, WI Erik Rosik, Semester Highest Honors

THE COLLEGE OF ST. SCHOLASTICA

Graduates Balsam Lake, WI Emma Moore, Summa Cum Laude, Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

BETHEL UNIVERSITY

Fall Dean’s List Balsam Lake, WI Chase Hemme, Junior, Brad and Shannon Hemme Centuria, WI Brooke Thaemert, Sophomore, David and Julie Thaemert Cushing, WI Delia Labatt, Senior, Mary Labatt Dresser, WI Journie Rosenow, Sophomore, Jamie and Jennifer Rosenow Frederic, WI Abrianna Marsh, Freshman, Everett and Janet Marsh Luck, WI Trevor Vollendorf, Junior, David and Valerie Vollendorf Star Prairie, WI Brett Carlson, Junior, Sara and Scott Carlson

UW-MILWAUKEE

Fall Dean’s List Amery, WI Casey Anderson, Business Undergraduate Craig Richter, Social Welfare Undergraduate Bryndan Schock, Eng & Comp Sci Undergrad Clayton, WI Bailey Graunke, School of the Arts-Undergrad

Hailie Jeska, Nursing Undergraduate

UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA - TWIN CITIES

Fall Dean’s List Amery, WI Jakob Kastanek, Junior, Coll of Contin & Prof Studies Bethany Marquand, Junior, Carlson School of Management Hannah R Roe, Junior, College of Liberal Arts Deer Park, WI Nathan J Thompson, Senior, Carlson School of Management Osceola, WI Kristi M Getschel, Freshman, Col of Food, Agr & Nat Res Sci Mattea Johnson, Freshman, College of Biological Sciences Mikayla J Peper, Freshman, Col of Food, Agr & Nat Res Sci

UW-OSHKOSH

Fall Dean’s List/Honor Roll Deer Park, WI Janelle Moore, Honor Roll Star Prairie, WI Ella Durand, Dean’s List

MINNESOTA STATE UNIVERSITY

Fall Dean’s List Amery, WI Alexis Castorena Gonsalez, Honor List Brett Forrest, Honor List Balsam Lake, WI Nathan Heimstead, High Honor List Clayton, WI Jaedyn Bussewitz, Honor List Samuel Starzecki, Honor List Clear Lake, WI Teri Crosby, Honor List Dresser, WI Grace Ulrich, Honor List Isabelle Ulrich, High Honor List Osceola, WI Mariah Gaglio, Honor List Jackson Lalim, Honor List Skylar Samples, Honor List

UW-LA CROSSE

December Graduates Amery, WI Ashley Forrest, Bachelor of Science, Marketing Major Michayla Klopotek, Bachelor of Science, Political Science Major Connor Wears, Bachelor of Science, Biology Major: Biomedical Science Concentration, Honors Luck, WI Hunter Fjorden, Bachelor of Science, Physics Major: Business Concentration Jordan Lowe, Bachelor of Science, Economics Major Star Prairie, WI Noah Berger, Bachelor of Science, Biology Education Major; General Science Education (Broad Field) Major

ST. JOHN’S UNIVERSITY

Dean’s List Amery, WI Andrew Smith, senior biology major

WISCONSIN INDIANHEAD TECHNICAL COLLEGE

Midyear Graduates Amery, WI Nicole Gullickson, Associate in Applied Science, Paramedic Technician Balsam Lake, WI Brenda Johnson, Associate in Applied Science, Human Services Associate Debra Whitlock, Technical Diploma One Year, Substance Abuse Counselor Education Centuria, WI Courtney Fisk, Technical Diploma One Year, Substance Abuse Counselor Education Clear Lake, WI Dayna Candler, Technical Diploma One Year, Dairy Herd Management Kaci Tolzman, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing - Associate Degree Dresser, WI Amanda Keopple, Associate in

Applied Science, Nursing - Associate Degree Luck, WI Kirsten Christensen, Technical Diploma One Year, Cosmetology Teresa Nyara, Technical Diploma One Year, Medical Coding Specialist Milltown, WI Aviana Hulett, Technical Diploma One Year, Cosmetology Osceola, WI Allyssa Larson, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing - Associate Degree Alexus McKenzie, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing - Associate Degree St Croix Falls, WI Erin Mevissen, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing - Associate Degree Star Prairie, WI Kourtney Hammer, Associate in Applied Science, Administrative Professional Sara Jenkins, Technical Diploma One Year, Accounting Assistant Turtle Lake, WI Kelly Colburn, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing - Associate Degree

UW-MADISON

Winter Graduates Amery, WI Tanner Wears, Col of Agricultural & Life Sci, Bachelor of Science-Biological Systems Engineering, Biological Systems Engineering Balsam Lake, WI William Anderson, College of Engineering, Bachelor of Science-Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Graduated with Distinction Osceola, WI Jessica Bjerke, College of Letters and Science, Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, Social Welfare, Graduated with Distinction Emily Carlson, School of Business, Bachelor of Business Administration, Business: Operations and Technology Management, Graduated with Distinction

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GARDEN VARIETY

From just one little seed

BY JULIE KUEHL

In simplicity there is beauty.

In quiet there is peace. Gardening allows us to experience both.

If winter is getting you down, here is a “pick me up”. Start planning your summer garden in the house.

Many plants can easily be grown from seed with minimal requirements, The first step is to determine Garden what you would Variety like to grow.

Whether you Julie Kuehl want to grow Polk County vegetables or Master flowers, many Gardener can be grown from seed. Are you growing plants to put in the ground or will you be gardening in a container. Once you have decided what you hope to put in your garden or container, you should decide if it is easier to purchase your plants, sow the seeds directly into your space or start early indoors. (A great reference site for a seed starting calendar is www.bachmans.

com/retail/tipsheets/Seed_ and_Seedling to help determine when seeds should be started.)

Once you determine what seeds you want to start and when you will need to start them, you will need to purchase or find the following: seed starting soil or plugs (I prefer plugs for ease); containers to grow your seeds in (seed starting flats or paper cups, egg cartons or yogurt cups will work); clear plastic bags or flat covers to keep humidity and warmth in; a bright window away from drafts; labels and markers to mark your seed containers; and water.

Moisten soil and plugs according to directions on package.

Use about 3 seeds in each container or plug. Keep damp and covered until you see the first sign of growth. These first signs of green are not the true leaves but serve as food source for seed. When the first two “true” leaves emerge it will be time to apply a light dose of balanced fertilizer or one high in nitrogen and potassium. If you have room you may want to transplant into a 3-4” container to have more room for roots once your seedling has several sets of leaves.

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You should also thin to one plant per container. At this point you should begin to water seedlings from the bottom (put plants in a leak proof tray and have plants soak up through holes in bottom of containers ).

The next and probably most important step is called “hardening off” which means getting young seedlings ready for the outside. This begins when the temperatures outside consistently stay warmer. Move the plants to a shady and protected area for several days. Bring them in at night. Gradually increase the amount of time they spend outside and the amount of sunlight they receive until you see that they are growing strong and appear ready to go outside (by now they should look similar to what you see at nursery, although they may be smaller). Water seedlings well before and after transplanting into your garden or container. Happy growing.

Any questions or ideas for topics send to gardenvarietycolumn@gmail.com Polk County Master Gardeners meeting will be second Monday of the month at the Polk County Justice Center at 6PM. Guests are welcome.

The best way adults can improve their employment options is through education. Northwest Wisconsin CEP and Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College partnered to offer free adult education and literacy classes throughout Northwest Wisconsin. Classes will help individuals improve their abilities in reading, writing, math, computer skills and more.

Lack of literacy interferes with everyday activities such as writing a note to a teacher, reading to a child, checking a receipt from a grocery store and may even prevent an individual from getting a job with a wage sufficient enough to provide support to their family.

If you or someone you know would benefit from obtaining literacy skills, please contact Northwest Wisconsin CEP to be matched with a tutor. Tutors can provide one-on-one support in a variety of areas and are available to meet in a mutually agreed upon public location such as a library, job center or coffee shop. In addition to reading, writing, math and computer skills, tutors can also help to navigate online job applications, set up a budget, attain the GED or HSED, prepare to enter college, create resume, write letters and more.

“When individuals learn how to read, write, do basic math and use computers, they have the power to lift themselves out of poverty, lower health care costs, find and keep sustainable employment and ultimately change their lives,” as stated by proliteracy.org, an organization that addresses adult literacy.

Classes are located in Ashland, Balsam Lake, Hayward, Ladysmith, New Richmond, Rice Lake, Solon Springs, Spooner and Superior.

Individuals who are ready to upgrade their skills to get a better paying job should contact Connie Constantine at 715.392.6762, email cconstantine@nwcep.org, or text 715.600.3571.

WITC is grateful to all its community partnerships. Your support of the WITC Foundation is essential to student success. For information on how to contribute, visit witc.edu/ donate.

LUNCH MENUS AMERY SCHOOL DISTRICT Milk Choices: Low-fat White Milk, Chocolate Skim Milk, Skim White Milk.

Daily Breakfast Offerings: Chex, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Cocoa Puffs, Honey Nut Cheerios, Chocolate Mini Wheats, Trix or Cheerio Bar-MS/HS Only, String Cheese, Hard Boiled Egg or Sunflower Seeds, Fruit Choices, 100% Orange Juice, 100% Grape Juice, 100% Apple Juice.

Wednesday, Mar. 4– Breakfast: Freshly Baked Cinnamon Rolls.

Elementary Lunch: Chicken Patty on a Bun, Turkey Sandwich with Cheese, Sweet Potato, Waffle Fries, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices.

Intermediate Lunch: Chicken Patty on a Bun, Turkey Sandwich with Cheese, Crispy Chicken Salad, Sweet Potato Waffle Fries, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices.

Middle School Lunch: Cuban Sandwich, Pizza Munchable, Turkey Sandwich with Cheese, Crispy Chicken Salad, Roasted Cauliflower, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices.

High School Lunch: Not available at press time.

Thursday, Mar. 5– Breakfast: French Toast Sticks, Sausage Link.

Elementary Lunch: Oven Roasted Turkey, Yogurt Combo Lunch, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices, Dinner Roll, Gravy.

Intermediate Lunch: Oven Roasted Turkey, Yogurt Combo Lunch, Crispy Chicken Salad, Corn, Mashed Potatoes, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices, Biscuit, Gravy.

Middle School Lunch: Oven Roasted Turkey, Hot Italian Sub, Yogurt Combo Lunch, Crispy Chicken Salad, Mashed Potatoes, Green Peas, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices, Biscuit, Gravy.

High School Lunch: Not available at press time.

Friday, Mar. 6– Breakfast: New! Apple Galaxy Ring Apple Filled Donut Ring, String Cheese.

Elementary Lunch: Mandarin Chicken, Turkey Sandwich with Cheese, Steamed Broccoli, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices, Brown Rice, Vanilla Ice Cream.

Intermediate Lunch: Mandarin Oranges, Turkey Sandwich with Cheese, Crispy Chicken Salad, Steamed Broccoli, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices, Brown Rice, Vanilla Ice Cream.

Middle School Lunch: Mandarin Chicken, Chicken Teriyaki, Turkey Sandwich with Cheese, Crispy Chicken Salad, Steamed Broccoli, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices, Brown Rice, Egg Roll.

High School Lunch: Not available at press time.

Monday, Mar. 9– Breakfast: Blueberry Yogurt, Strawberry Yogurt, Vanilla Yogurt, Blueberry Muffin, Cinnamon Apple Muffin.

Elementary Lunch: Cheeseburger Meatloaf, Macaroni & Cheese, PB&J Sandwich, Green Peas, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices.

Intermediate Lunch: Cheeseburger Meatloaf, Macaroni & Cheese, PB&J Sandwich, Green Peas, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices.

Middle School Lunch: Cheeseburger Meatloaf, Tangy Chicken Parmesan, PB&J Sandwich, Chicken Caesar Salad, Green Peas, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices, Buttered Noodles.

High School Lunch: Not available at press time.

Tuesday, Mar. 10– Breakfast: Honey Wheat Bagel, Cream Cheese.

Elementary Lunch: Chicken Nuggets, Yogurt Combo Lunch, Roasted Brussels Sprout, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices, Brown Rice.

Intermediate Lunch: Chicken Nuggets, Yogurt Combo Lunch, Chicken Caesar Salad, Roasted Brussels Sprout, Garden

Bar, Fruit Choices, Brown Rice.

Middle School Lunch: Chicken Nuggets, BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich, Yogurt Combo Lunch, Chicken Caesar Salad, Roasted Brussels Sprout, Garden Bar, Fruit Choices, Brown Rice.

High School Lunch: Not available at press time.

CLEAR LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT Wednesday, Mar. 4– Elementary Breakfast: Breakfast Cereal & Nutri Grain Bar or Ham & Cheese Bagel, Fruit, Fruit Juice, Milk Choice.

Elementary Lunch: Oodles of Noodles with Meat Sauce or Chicken Alfredo, Breadstick, Garden Salad Bar, Pears, Milk Choice.

High School Breakfast: Cereal, Cheese Stick, Pop Tart, Cereal Bar, Muffin, Ham & Cheese Sandwich*, Lemon Bread.

High School Lunch: Penne Pasta with Meat Sauce or Chicken Alfredo, Breadstick, Caesar Salad, Steamed Broccoli, Slushie Fruit Cup, Sliced Apples, Milk Choice.

Thursday, Mar. 5– Elementary Breakfast: Breakfast Cereal or Little John Donut, Yogurt or Yogurt Parfait, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice.

Elementary Lunch: Mandarin Orange Chicken or Popcorn Chicken, Chow Mein Noodles, Rice, Green Beans, Carrots with DIp, Pineapple, Fruit Juice, Fortune Cookie, Milk.

High School Breakfast: Cereal Cheese Omelet, Muffin, French Toast Sticks, Oatmeal Bar, Nutri Grain Bar, Lemon Bread.

High School Lunch: Mandarin Orange Chicken or Chicken Smackers, Chow Mein Noodles, Rice, Green Beans, Carrots with Dip, Applesauce, Pineapple,

Fortune Cookie, Milk Choice.

Friday, Mar. 6– Elementary Breakfast: Breakfast Cereal or French Toast Sticks, Cheese Omelet, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice.

Elementary Lunch: Warrior Burger or Fish Sticks, French Fries, Baked Beans, Applesauce, Blueberries, Milk Choice.

High School Breakfast: Cereal, Yogurt, Gripz Graham Crackers, Donut Holes, Cereal Bar, Sausage Links.

High School Lunch: Warrior Burger or Barbeque Riblet or Fish, French Fries, Baked Beans, Mandarin Oranges, Sliced Pears, Milk Choice.

Monday, Mar. 9– Elementary Breakfast: Breakfast Cereal or Donut Holes, Sausage Links, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice.

Elementary Lunch: Turkey & Gravy with Biscuit or PB & J Uncrustable, Mashed Potatoes, Steamed Corn, Cranberries, Applesauce, Milk Choice.

High School Breakfast: Cereal, Oatmeal Bar, Sausage Links, Nutri Grain Bar, Chocolate Chip UBR, Cereal Bar, Cheese Stick.

High School Lunch: Turkey & Gravy with Biscuit or Peanut Butter Sandwich, Mashed Potatoes, Steamed Carrots, Sliced Pears, Craisins, Milk Choice.

Tuesday, Mar. 10– Elementary Breakfast: Breakfast Cereal & Graham Crackers or Pancake Sausage Stick with Syrup, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice.

Elementary Lunch: Cheese Pizza or Turkey & Cheese Wrap, Garden Salad Bar, Mandarin Oranges, Slushie Fruit Cup, Milk Choice.

High School Breakfast: Cereal, Yogurt, Scrambled Eggs, Lemon Bread, Muffin, Little John Donut, Scooby Bone Crackers.

High School Lunch: Cheese Pizza or Ham & Cheese Wrap, Steamed Corn, Garden Salad Bar, Grapes Applesauce, Milk Choice.

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SCVF announces Valley Arts Initiative grant awards SUBMITTED

The St. Croix Valley Foundation (SCVF) is honored to announce the recipients of the Valley Arts Initiative competitive grant program. This winter, the St. Croix Valley Foundation awarded $31,850 to 14 nonprofit organizations in Wisconsin and Minnesota.

Funded projects range from Music in the Trees experiences offered in a beautiful red pine grove, to a therapeutic art healing support group for survivors of sexual violence – from outdoor operatic music

festival on the St. Croix River, to a writing program for incarcerated women at Washington County Jail.

The St. Croix Valley Foundation’s Valley Arts Initiative is built on a combination of public funds and private contributions. In 2019, SCVF received a grant from the Wisconsin Arts Board, and we matched that with contributions from individuals in the region interested in the arts. In addition, this year the SCVF received funding from the Hugh J. An-

dersen Foundation to support this worthwhile program.

The SCVF provides donors with the opportunity to create or add to our Valley Impact Funds for causes that are closest to their hearts. The Foundation has funds addressing a variety of causes including the arts, music education, health and wellness, the environment, and animals. The advantage of these funds is their mission is unchanging, yet they remain current and flexible. We cannot guess tomorrow’s issues or

Name

Project Title

Belwin Conservancy

know which organizations can best address those issues at that time. However, through our Valley Impact Funds and our competitive grants programs, the SCVF places grant dollars in the most capable hands at the right time, in perpetuity.

“The St. Croix Valley region continues to benefit from generous donors who want to give back to improve their communities” commented SCVF Board Member, Matt Thueson.

“It is an honor to see our do-

nors’ wishes spring to life each year through these grants.”

A list of Valley Arts Initiative Grant recipients follows: The mission of the St. Croix Valley Foundation is to enhance the quality of life in the St. Croix Valley by encouraging charitable giving and connecting people and programs.

For more information, please contact Angie Pilgrim at apilgrim@scvfoundation.org or 715.386.9490.

Grant Amount

County

Music in the Trees

$3,000.00

Washington

Canvas Health Inc

Jammin’ Art

$1,000.00

Washington

Compas Inc

Women’s Writing Program

$5,000.00

Washington

Farm Table Foundation, Incorporated

The Art of Local Food

$1,750.00

Polk

Franconia Sculpture Park

Franc ‘n’ Stein at Franconia

$2,500.00

Chisago

Metropolitan Symphony Orchestral Association

MSO Presents: Nazaykinskaya Premiere, Mahler 5

$1,000.00

Washington

Northwest Passage Limited

The Wild Seed in Me: Schaefer Cabin Artist-in-Residence

$2,000.00

Burnett

Only a Dim Image Productions, dba The Zephyr Theatre

Zephyr Young Actors Theatre

$1,000.00

Washington

Operatunity Theatre

“Opera on the River” 2020

$2,500.00

Washington

Phipps Center For The Arts Inc

Rights of a Child Interfaith Public Forum

$1,500.00

St. Croix

St Croix Valley Chamber Chorale Inc

Valley Chamber Chorale 45th Anniversary Concert “The Reason We Sing”

$2,500.00

Washington

StoryArk

StoryArk Festival: We’re All in This Together

$5,000.00

Washington

Summit Players Theatre

Shakespeare in the State Parks - The Winter’s Tale

$2,000.00

Polk

Turningpoint For Victims Of Domestic And Sexual Violence

Creative Healing Support for Victims and Survivors of Sexual Violence

$1,100.00

Pierce

Total

$31,850.00

AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY Family Game Night: Thursday, Mar 12 (5:00 pm).

All ages. At The Village Pizzeria. Meet us at the Village Pizzeria to play board games for folks of all ages – kids to adults – families and singles – all are welcome! Drop-in event; no registration needed.

Storytime: Wednesdays, weekly; Mar 11-Apr 29 (10:30 am) – No storytime Mar 4. All ages. Stories, music, action rhymes, and a craft! Drop-in program; no registration.

Art Club for Kids: Second Monday, monthly (4:00 pm). Grades 4K-2. March 9: Tricky “3-D” Shamrock & Leprechaun Trap. Registration required (amerylibrary.org/kids).

Tween Art Remix: Second Tuesday, monthly (4:00 pm). Grades 3-5. March 10: Colorful Printmaking.

Registration required (amerylibrary.org/kids).

Homeschool Club: Second Friday, monthly, from Sept-Apr (9:30 & 10:30 am). All ages. 9:30-10:30 am: Stories for younger kids. 10:30-11:30 am: Teen/ Tween activity (strong readers in grades 3+). Dropin; no registration.

Junior Book Club: Last Monday, odd months during school year (4:00 pm). Grades 2-3. Discuss a book with your friends, do an activity, and have a snack. Pick up the book when you register. March 30th Book: Flora & Ulysses by Kate DiCamillo.

Registration required (amerylibrary.org/kids) Tween Book Club: Last Monday, even months during school year (4:00 pm). Grades 3-5. Discuss a book with your friends, do an activity, and have a snack. Books will be available mid-March. April 27th Book: The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate. Registration required (amerylibrary. org/kids) Backpack Kits & Launchpads for Kids!: Three NEW story backpacks have been added to our Kid Kits! Check out Dinosaurs, Movement & Play, and Music & Movement themes. We also have four NEW board game backpacks for kids through teens. Our Launchpad collection has four new titles: Backpack of Fun, Curious to the Bone, Jurassic Words, and Smarter Than Ever. Find them in the Youth Services department.

Board Games for Kids & Teens: Did you know we have a selection of board games always available for kids, teens, and families to play in the library?

Check the Exploration Lab in Youth Services and the game shelf in the Young Adult area and find a game to play!

Books & Brews: Join our “off-campus” book club!

We will meet on Thursday, March 5th at 6 PM @ Amery Ale Works. This month we are discussing Saving CeeCee Honeycutt by Beth Hoffman. The Library even handles check-outs and returns at the meeting! Join us for great books, great conversations, and a great brew-pub.

Family Game Nights @ The Village Pizzeria in Amery: Beat the winter blues and join Erin and Heather at Village Pizzeria for lots of games and fun. There›s one more date left to join: We›ll meet Thursday March 12 from 5-7 PM. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy an evening with your friends and family while checking out the library’s awesome selection of games. Free event, no registration required.

Third Thursday Crafting-Paper Flowers: Thursday, March 19th at 5:30 PM at the Amery Area Public Library. Join us as we celebrate the first day of Spring with paper flower making! You’ll be able to make and take home your own paper flower! FREE program, please REGISTER on our website or our Facebook page.

Book discussion group The Friends of the Library Book Discussion Group meets on the third Monday of the month at 1:30 PM. The title for March is The Library Book by Susan Orlean .

Book sales The Friends of the Library Book Sale will be held on Thursday, March 5th from 4:00-6:30 PM. “Friends of the Library” may shop early (from 3-4). The Book Sale will also be held Saturday, March 7th from 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM.

Friends The Friends of the Amery Area Public Library Foundation meets on the third Monday of the month at 4:30 PM. Meetings are open to all members and to

the public.

E-books, e-audiobooks and digital magazines Your MORE library card gives you access to the Overdrive collection of e-books, e-audiobooks, and streaming videos; the Freading collection of e-books; and the Flipster downloadable magazine collection.

Check out the website Check out the library website at amerylibrary. org, or find us on Facebook at facebook.com/ amerylibrary.

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3 snowmobile fatalities raise total deaths this season to 17

Hello sunshine – spring is in the air!

Beautiful weather! I know the calendar does not say it is Spring yet, and I know that March can be very tricky with the temperatures and conditions but doesn’t it feel like Spring is in the air!

The wonderful sunshine this past weekend was awesome…March came in Like A Lamb. Sunday afternoon we even had a chance to take an UTV Ranger ride around the countryside, and that’s always fun! But on my way to work on Monday morning I saw and smelled a sure sign of Spring…a dead skunk in the road. Enjoy the days Pounding beautiful that we are being blessed with. the don’t forget Pavement toAnd change your Pam Humpal clocks on Saturday night. We lose one hour of sleep…”Spring Ahead”.

Congratulations to the area wrestlers for placing at the WIAA State Tournament…

• Mitch Anderson, Clear Lake 4th • Jordan Penard, Amery 4th • Walker Ingham, Amery 5th • Kale Hopke, Amery 6th This weekend in Madison is the WIAA State Hockey Tournament.

Our area of the state will be represented by Rice Lake and Somerset teams. Good Luck!

The Amery Warrior High School Hockey season came to an end last Tuesday. I am one of those Moms and fans that never like to see a season end no matter what. We definitely had a great season, it was a fun time! Thank you players and coaches. Congratulations to the Amery players and coaches that have been nominated for various state awards, and to our coaches for their awards…Tim Henningsgard named Section 1 Division 2 Coach Of The Year, and to my son, Matt, being named Section 1 Division 2 Assistant Coach Of The Year. Very proud of you!

As long as I am still talking hockey, one of my grandsons,

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Authorities say three people died in snowmobile accidents last weekend, boosting the number of deaths to 17 for the season.

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources said all three of the victims were from Illinois. Two of them died after striking trees and one person was killed after being struck by another snowmobile rider, the Journal Sentinel reported.

There have been nine fatalities this month. That includes a 15-year-old Wisconsin boy who failed to stop at an intersection of a public trail and highway and collided with a car, a 28-year-old Wisconsin man who struck a fence on private land and a 29-year-old woman who struck several trees.

Alcohol, excess speed and driver inexperience the leading causes of snowmobile accidents, according to the DNR.

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Federated Co-ops is looking for YOU! Federated Co-ops is a leader in Agronomy, Energy and Retail.

If you are looking for an exciting position with a stable company that is owned by the people it does business with, then Federated Co-ops is for you!

Our Osceola, WI location is currently accepting applications for the following position:

SEASONAL DRIVERS Applicants must have a clean driving record, Class B CDL or willing to obtain a Farm Service CDL and a current Fed Med Card. Ideal candidates will have the ability to operate delivery equipment and follow directions.

Candidates must meet all company core values: positive attitude, flexibility, speed, integrity and continuous improvement.

Please apply online at www.federatedcoops.com. Click “Careers”.

“Value for life” ~ Agronomy • Energy • Retail

School District of Osceola Employment Head Cook- Osceola High school - Full time school year Looking for a team member to join our school nutrition team! Responsible for the overall operation of the School Breakfast Program & Nat’l School Lunch Program for the Osceola High School. Oversee & work cooperatively with staff of 4 to maintain food safety/ sanitation & provide excellent customer service! Responsible for daily meal preparation, inventory management, food ordering, delivery & acceptance of food/supplies, occasional catering for school events. Looking for a team member with above average leadership, collaboration, written and oral communication skills.

Requirements: Serv Safe Certified and/or Food Manager Certificate. School Food service experience preferred. Ability to work with Microsoft Office Applications/ Google saavy .

Ability to lift up to 5o lbs. Hours-6-1:45pm Submit employment application located our homepage www.osceola.k12.wi.us and search under employment.

For questions please contact 715-294-4140.

School District of Osceola is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We’re Hiring School Bus Drivers!

What does it take to become part of team?

The ability to obtain a Class B Commercial Driver’s License with school bus endorsement, DOT Physical and criminal background check. We provide behind the wheel training to give you the skills necessary.

Great pay and work schedule!

APPLY ONLINE www.osceola.k12.wi.us or call us at: 715-294-3456 School District of Osceola is an Equal Opportunity Employer

As many of you know, Bentley, one of my grandsons, has been dealing with some medical issues for about 3 years that the doctors cannot figure out. His little body even has Mayo Clinic stumped. As a grandparent it breaks my heart to see him suffer with the fevers, headaches, stomach pains, fatigue, etc. On Saturday, March 28, there will be a benefit for Bentley at the Amery Hockey Rink from 2-6pm organized by his family and friends. Anyone interested in donating or helping out with the benefit would be greatly appreciated.

Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you to everyone for your wonderful support!

Have a great week…and enjoy the mild conditions!

Matt’s birthday.

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NEWSPAPER FUN ANSWERS (This week’s puzzles on page 11)

Arts are Alive!

Practice, practice, practice!

The School District of Osceola is looking for both regular and extra-curricular trip School Bus Drivers!

Bentley, skated in his last Mite tournament of the year on Saturday in Barron. His team brought home the third place trophy…way to go!

Congratulations to the Clear Lake Girls Basketball team for winning the Regional Championship. Now they will advance to the Thursday night game at Eau Claire Memorial and play Loyal.

The winner will go to the Sectional final in Superior on Saturday.

Good Luck!

On Thursday night, Amery is the host site for the Girls Basketball Semi-final Sectional game St Croix Falls vs Northwestern.

Tournament games are so fun to watch!

And tonight, March 3, area Boys Basketball will begin tournament play…

• Amery Boys Basketball plays at Somerset • Clayton Boys Basketball plays at McDonell • Clear Lake Boys Basketball hosts Prairie Farm Happy Birthday this week to my niece, Chloe, who will be 18 years old on March 6. Enjoy your day!

Also, Happy Birthday to my oldest son, Matt, on March 10. I just can’t seem to figure out where the years have gone. Kids get older and parents stay the same…how does that work? Have a great birthday, and enjoy!

Where do our things to draw and paint come from?

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AREA BOWLING SCORES

Club 53, Amery MONDAY NIGHT MEN Week 25 of 32 Division 1 Tac Two .................................................110 Shoreview ............................................ 93 Division 2 Gary’s Electric.....................................104 Dick’s Fresh Market .............................51 High Games: Gary Nottam 209, Rod Gehrman 227, Scott McDermot 206-232, Todd Zemke 258-226, Curt Wears 221, Jim Swanson 236, Rick Trauley 205.

High Series: Rod Gehrman 618, Scott McDermot 583, Todd Zemke 668, Jim Swanson 618.

TUESDAY NIGHT MEN Week 24 of 32 Garibaldi’s..............................................72 Club 53 .....................................................71 Noah Insurance...................................69 Chet Johnson Drug ............................60 High Games: Scott Sorenson 215-210, Bill Peterson 232-248-215, Wade Prindle 236-211-243, Kelly Fitzgerald 200, Billy Vierkandt 205, Will Schaffer 237-210-228.

High Series: Scott Sorenson 621, Bill Peterson 695, Wade Prindle 690, Billy Vierkandt 562, Will Schaffer 675.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEN Week 24 of 32 Division 1 Alibi Bar .............................................. 97.5 Preferred Lawn................................... 70 Division 2 Amery Fire Department ...................79 Club 53 ................................................ 73.5 High Games: Dave Fox 213, Billy Vierkandt 221, Dan Boe 200-200, Lyle Kahler 202, Denis Carteron 268208-235, Lee Jones 200-204.

High Series: Dave Fox 562, Billy Vierkandt 596, Dan Boe 585, Denis Carteron 711, Lee Jones 584.

THURS/FRI NIGHT LADIES Week 24 Division 1 Northwest Communications ......... 82 Chet Johnson Drug .............................79 Amery Fire Department ....................71 Division 2 Club 53 ................................................... 92 Better Self Wellness .........................86 Carlson SV ............................................ 70 High Games: Sid Jones 187, Pam Humpal 171, Diane Lewis 167, Janet Martinson 166, Jodi Chelberg 164, Andrea Karpenski 160, Gwen Wold 157-152, Anne Wollan 154, Sherry Martin 152, Gail Peterson 150.

High Series: Pam Humpal 467, Gwen Wold 457, Sid Jones 440, Jodi Chelberg 429, Stacey Hanson 429.

THURS/FRI NIGHT LADIES Week 25 Division 1 Northwest Communications ......... 95 Chet Johnson Drug ............................84 Amery Fire Department ...................75 Division 2 Better Self Wellness ........................102 Club 53 ...................................................99 Carlson SV ............................................ 85 High Games: Stacey Hanson 188, Pam Humpal 170-156-152, Becky Ausen 168-165, Sherry Martin 168, Linda Mullendore 163-153, Gail Peterson 162-150, Katie Lauterbach

162, Sid Jones 162, Dana Reese 159, Gwen Wold 158-157-154, Marcia Clark 151, Melissa Vierkandt 150.

High Series: Becky Ausen 482, Pam Humpal 478, Gwen Wold 469, Linda Mullendore 450, Sherry Martin 448, Katie Lauterbach 441, Gail Peterson 434, Stacey Hanson 428.

Spare Time Bowling Turtle Lake MONDAY NIGHT LADIES Week 25 of 29 Spare Time Bowl.................................57 Bowlin Buddies................................... 56 LakePlace.com ....................................52 Clear Lake Auto ..................................50 Little Debbies ......................................40 Countyline Dairy................................. 39 Austad’s Super Valu.......................... 36 Becker’s Trucking ............................... 30 High Games: Heidi VanHeuklom 221, Michelle Hollister 214, Brenda Levine 211-199, Michelle Dowd 210, Mitzi Hawkins 193, Judy Ullom 180-179, Orreen Nottom 178, Geri Christensen 178.

High Series: Brenda Levine 550, Michelle Hollister 528, Heidi VanHeuklom 523, Judy Ullom 507, Michelle Dowd 500.

IN LOVING MEMORY

Ashley Nicole Severson

CARD OF THANKS Larry Riemenschneider thanks everyone who celebrated with him on his 80th birthday at Shoreview. Thanks for the cards, calls, emails and gifts. Thanks to his daughters, Kathy and Carol for decorating and serving cake and to Connie Riemenschneider for making the beautiful cakes. Tony and his staff at Shoreview were topnotch. It was a day to remember.

Larry and Julie Riemenschneider

MARCH SALE Clear Lake Community Center Thrift Store Thurs., March 5 • 9-4 Senior Day: 25% Off Fri., March 6 • 9-4 Sat., March 7 • 9-Noon 560 5th St. • Clear Lake Save Dates 1st & 3rd Thurs-Fri-Sat of every month

March Madness

BOOK SALE Thu., Mar. 5, 4-6:30 Sat., Mar. 7, 9-1:30 Fill a bag for $3 AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY (225 Scholl Ct. lower level)

$3 Bag Sale All Genres & Media Free boxes of books until gone!

11/27/90 - 3/1/07 “On the 13th Anniversary of the day you went away” Always remembered. Always loved.

Love always, Your family & friends

Amery VFW 730 N. Wisconsin Ave., Amery

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MARCH 3, 2020

MARCH 3, 2020

STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY

Theodore P. Naegeli 1147 Sandy Hook Lane Luck, WI 54853 Plaintiff, v.

Robert J. Rogowski and Georgiana B. Rogowski Luck, WI 54853 and William B. Cornwall and Bernice C. Cornwall Amery, Wisconsin 54001 Defendants PUBLICATION SUMMONS Case Type: 30405 THE STATE OF WISCONSIN To each person named above as a defendant: You are hereby notified that the plaintiff named above has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you for title to property described as follows: A parcel of land located in Government Lot 3 of Section 6, T35N, R16W, Town of Georgetown, Polk County, Wisconsin; described as follows: Commencing at the W1/4 Corner of Section 6; thence S00°04’13”E, along the west line of the SW1/4 of said section, 47.94 feet; thence S88°19’23”E 3418.45 feet to the Southeast corner of Lot 13 of the Plat of Sandy Hook; thence S00°51’30”E 29.73 feet to a found 3/4 inch iron rebar being the north line of a parcel of land recorded in Document Number 781709 at the Polk County Register of Deeds Office; thence N88°19’23”W, along said north line and the westerly extension of said north line, 164.08 feet to the southeasterly line of a tract of land recorded in Document Number 620723 at said office; thence S22°46’31”W, along said southeasterly line, 83.06 feet to the northeasterly line of a parcel of land recorded in Document Number 350774 at said office, being the point of beginning; thence continuing S22°46’31”W, along the southeasterly line of said parcel in Document Number 350774, 98.96 feet to the southwesterly line of said parcel; thence N67°13’29”W, along said southwesterly line, 60.00 feet to the northwesterly line of said parcel; thence N16°21’44”E, along said northwesterly line, 99.47 feet to previously said northeasterly line; thence S67°18’37”E, along said northeasterly line, 71.11 feet to the point of beginning. Described parcel contains

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0.15 acres (6,484 Sq. Ft.). and A parcel of land located in Government Lot 3 of Section 6, T35N, R16W, Town of Georgetown, Polk County, Wisconsin; being part of a Private Driveway of the Plat of Sandy Hook; described as follows: Commencing at the W1/4 Corner of Section 6; thence S00°04’13”E, along the west line of the SW1/4 of said section, 47.94 feet; thence S88°19’23”E 3418.45 feet to the Southeast corner of Lot 13 of the Plat of Sandy Hook; thence S00°51’30”E 29.73 feet to a found 3/4 inch iron rebar being the north line of a parcel of land recorded in Document Number 781709 at the Polk County Register of Deeds Office; thence N88°19’23”W, along said north line, 132.25 feet to the southeasterly line of a Private Driveway as platted on said plat; thence S22°46’31”W, along said southeasterly line, 94.47 feet to the northeasterly line of Lot 17 of said plat being the point of beginning; thence continuing S22°46’31”W, along said southeasterly line, 148.50 feet to the southwesterly line of Lot 19 of said plat; thence N67°30’40”W, along the northwesterly extension of said southwesterly line, 20.96 feet to the point of curvature of a 200.52 foot radius curve, concave westerly, whose central angle measures 05°07’59”, whose chord bears N06°20’09.5”W and measures 17.96 feet; thence northerly, along the arc of said curve, 17.96 feet to the northwesterly line of said Private Driveway; thence N22°46’31”E, along said northwesterly line, 132.87 feet to the northwesterly extension of previously said northeasterly line of Lot 17; thence S67°18’37”E, along said northwesterly extension, 29.70 feet to the point of beginning.

Described parcel contains 0.10 acres (4,341 Sq. Ft.). and A parcel of land located in Government Lot 3 of Section 6, T35N, R16W, Town of Georgetown, Polk County, Wisconsin; described as follows: Commencing at the W1/4 Corner of Section 6; thence S00°04’13”E, along the west line of the SW1/4 of said section, 47.94 feet; thence S88°19’23”E 3418.45 feet to the Southeast corner of Lot 13 of the Plat of Sandy Hook; thence S00°51’30”E 29.73 feet to a found 3/4 inch iron rebar being the north line of a parcel of

land recorded in Document Number 781709 at the Polk County Register of Deeds Office; thence N88°19’23”W, along said north line and the westerly extension of said north line, 164.08 feet to the southeasterly line of a tract of land recorded in Document Number 620723 at said office; thence S22°46’31”W, along said southeasterly line and the southeasterly line of a parcel of land recorded in Document Number 350774 at said office, 182.02 feet to the southwesterly line of said parcel of land recorded in Document Number 350774, being the point of beginning; thence continuing S22°46’31”W, along the southwesterly extension of said southeasterly line, 33.91 feet to the point of curvature of a 200.52 foot radius curve, concave westerly, whose central angle measures 12°17’31”, whose chord bears N15°02’54.5”W and measures 42.94 feet; thence northerly, along the arc of said curve, 43.02 feet to the southwesterly line of said parcel in document Number 350774; thence S67°13’29”E, along said southwesterly line, 26.33 feet to said southeasterly line, being the point of beginning. Described parcel contains 0.01 acres (413 Sq. Ft.). and A parcel of land located in Government Lot 3 of Section 6, T35N, R16W, Town of Georgetown, Polk County, Wisconsin; described as follows: Commencing at the W1/4 Corner of Section 6; thence S00°04’13”E, along the west line of the SW1/4 of said section, 47.94 feet; thence S88°19’23”E 3418.45 feet to the Southeast corner of Lot 13 of the Plat of Sandy Hook; thence S00°51’30”E 29.73 feet to a found 3/4 inch iron rebar being the north line of a parcel of land recorded in Document Number 781709 at the Polk County Register of Deeds Office; thence N88°19’23”W, along said north line and the westerly extension of said north line, 164.08 feet to the southeasterly line of a tract of land recorded in Document Number 620723 at said office;

thence S22°46’31”W, along said southeasterly line and the southeasterly line of a parcel of land recorded in Document Number 350774 at said office, 182.02 feet to the southwesterly line of said parcel of land recorded in Document Number 350774; thence N67°13’29”W, along said southwesterly line, 60.00 feet to the northwesterly line of said parcel; thence N16°21’44”E, along said northwesterly line, 30.40 feet to the point of curvature of a 200.52 foot radius curve, concave southwesterly, whose central angle measures 15°36’01”, whose chord bears N42°41’26.5”W and measures 54.43 feet, being the point of beginning; thence northwesterly, along the arc of said curve 54.60 feet; thence N50°29’27”W 3.35 feet; thence S88°29’05”E 51.48 feet to said northwesterly line; thence S16°21’44”W, along said northwesterly line, 42.50 feet to the point of beginning. Described parcel contains 0.02 acres (978 Sq. Ft.).

Within 40 days of February 21, 2020, you must respond with a written demand for a copy of the complaint. The demand must be sent or delivered to the Polk County Clerk of Court, whose address is 1005 West Main Street, Suite 300, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin 54810 and to Priscilla R. Dorn Cutler, plaintiff’s attorney, whose address is 202 Cascade Street, P.O. Box 835 Osceola, Wisconsin 54020. You may have an attorney help or represent you.

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

Lake Wapogasset & Bear Trap Lake Sanitary District

MONTHLY MEETING To be held March 9, 2020, at 7 p.m. at the District Of¿ce located at 777 South Shore Drive.

AGENDA 1. Monthly of¿cers report 2. Old business 3. New business 4. Any other business that may be brought before the board.

Dennis Badman, Secretary WNAXLP

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Dated: February 7, 2020 /s/ Priscilla R. Dorn Cutler Attorney for Plaintiff Wisconsin Bar No. 1001618 (February 18, 25, March 3)

WNAXLP

STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE NAME CHANGE OF: Jordyn Kyler Troff By (Petitioner) Amanda L. Anderson Notice and Order for Name Change Hearing Case No. 20CV62 NOTICE IS GIVEN: A petition was filed asking to change the name of the person listed above: From: Jordyn Kyler Troff To: Jordyn Kyler Anderson Birth Certificate: Jordyn Kyler Anderson IT IS ORDERED: This Petition will be heard in the Circuit Court of Polk County, State of Wisconsin: Daniel J. Tolan Polk County Justice Center, Branch 1, 1005 W Main, Balsam Lake, WI 54810 on May 29, 2020 at 3:15 pm.

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 the hearing in the Amery Free Press, a newspaper published in Polk County, State of Wisconsin.

BY THE COURT: Daniel Tolan Circuit Court Judge February 23, 2020 (March 3, 10, 17)

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STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE NAME CHANGE OF: Jaxyn Karl Troff By (Petitioner) Amanda L. Anderson Notice and Order for Name Change Hearing Case No. 20CV61 NOTICE IS GIVEN: A petition was filed asking to change the name of the person listed above: From: Jaxyn Karl Troff To: Jaxyn Karl Anderson Birth Certificate: Jaxyn Karl Anderson IT IS ORDERED: This Petition will be heard in the Circuit Court of Polk County, State of Wisconsin: Daniel J. Tolan Polk County Justice Center, Branch 1, 1005 W Main, Balsam Lake, WI 54810 on May 29, 2020 at 3:15 pm.

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 the hearing in the Amery Free Press, a newspaper published in Polk County, State of Wisconsin.

BY THE COURT: Daniel Tolan Circuit Court Judge February 23, 2020 (March 3, 10, 17)

WNAXLP

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REGULAR MEETING Town of Clear Lake

The Regular meeting of the Town of Clear Lake will be held at the Town Shop on Monday, March 9, 2020, at 7 p.m.

AGENDA: 1. Meeting called to order 2. Reading and approval of last meeting’s minutes 3. Treasurer’s Report 4. Chairman’s Report 5. Approve payment of monthly bills 6. Ordinance Commission Report 7. Old Business: None 8. New Business: Dump Day, Road Review Date, Fire Dept. Gun Show 9. Road Maintenance 10. Possible Closed Session and Return to Open Session 11. Adjourned Janelle Johnson, Town Clerk WNAXLP

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Responsibilities include providing prompt, quality service to all customers and assist in maintaining store in an attractive, well-displayed condition. Job duties include greeting and assisting customers with their purchases, working the cash register, mixing paint, ordering stock and special-order merchandise, receiving incoming orders, restocking shelves, setting up store displays, assisting with store events, answering phones, maintaining cleanliness of store, and any other assigned duty. Candidate should be customer service focused with a positive, energetic attitude that is able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Prefer someone experienced with computers and the building/hardware industry. Willing to train the right person.

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4-H SUMMER EXTENSION INTERN Polk County/Balsam Lake, WI EMPLOYMENT PERIOD: Late May through early-August (10-12 weeks - dates negotiable) This position is designed to provide assistance to the 4-H Youth Development Educator and other Extension staff during the busy summer months. Summer Interns gain experience for future educational employment while learning more about Extension; a Division of UW-Madison.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: • Plan, coordinate, promote, teach and evaluate educational programs under the direction of 4-H Youth Development Educator.

• Work cooperatively with youth, 4-H leaders, volunteers and general public through Extension programs.

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• Prepare newsletter articles, news releases and other program promotional materials.

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• For chaperoning purposes, age 21 preferred.

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SALARY: $5,500.00 +/10-12 week contract.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Send letter of interest and resume to: Chuck Prissel, Polk County Extension, 100 Polk County Plaza, Suite 190, Balsam Lake, WI 54810, 715-4858600 by April 15, 2020.

Letter of intent and resume can be emailed to: charles. prissel@wisc.edu For more information about Extension Polk County, visit our web site at: http://polk.wisc.edu

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bring in experts for their own assessment of the building. They also expressed their interest in working collaboratively with the city.

JUNE 25, 2019-COULD THE HOSPITAL BUY OUT CITY AND LEASE UNITS BACK? Present at the meeting were members Debra Rudquist, AHC President/CEO; Kim Moore, City of Amery Administrator, Jim Leadholm, AHC and WCCA Board Member and Guests Jason Luhrs, AHC CFO and Amery’s Mayor, Paul Isakson.

According to WCCA minutes, Discussion regarding the need for the association to continue as long as the city and AHC own units in the building.

Rudquist said if the city decided to sell its units, the hospital would have first right of refusal and the hospital would need to determine if they want to buy the units back and possibly lease them back to the city for a determined amount of time (as it will take time for the city to vacate the units). The hospital would need to know the city’s exit strategy if planning to sell its units.

The city is currently paying $35K/year now for the WC general assessment.

Isakson indicated the city might have the option of purchasing the Bremer building to consolidate all city services.

He asked if the hospital would consider moving the Fitness Center from downtown to the WC. Rudquist said at this time they have no plans of doing so.

There was discussion about how lease rates or purchase price would be determined noting the city currently owns 30,000 square feet in the building.

Luhrs suggested the city should get a valuation for the property it owns and the hospital should do the same to establish fair market value of the space in the event of a purchase or lease.

Luhrs listed alternatives for the city

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Bremer Bank plans to build a new facility located in downtown Amery.

to consider in financing their share of the needed improvements, such as spreading it out over four years as a special assessment versus yearly capital calls. He suggested the city may want to estimate the cost of a new building; the cost of a remodel and the cost of a sale and lease back and review those against the estimated cost of improvements of the WC. For example, the city is currently paying $35K/year now for the WC general assessment and if the special assessment payments for the WC improvements were spread over four years at approx. $45,000/year, the total of the city’s general and special assessments each year during that time would be approx. $80,000. A new building may run the city easily $2.5 million.

Isakson said there would be a Finance Committee meeting that night.

Luhrs said they needed to move fairly soon on the project at the WC and asked if the city could get an answer back to them by late August. The hospital would ideally like to start the work in the spring of 2020. Isakson said he

would work with the Finance Committee and Council and have an answer by the end of August.

He also noted the city would vacate the WC condo units by as soon as Jan. 1, 2020 if AHC preferred this.

Tim Strohbusch Amery City Council President SEPTEMBER 2019-CITY OFFERS TO VACATE BUILDING BY JAN. 1, 2020 Present at the meeting were members Debra Rudquist, AHC President/ CEO; Kim Moore, City of Amery Administrator, Jim Leadholm, AHC and WCCA Board Member and Guests Jason Luhrs, AHC CFO AND VP, Amery’s Mayor, Paul Isakson, Doug Johnson, chief financial officer and Tim Strohbusch, Amery City Council President.

According to WCCA minutes, Luhrs reported work is proceeding with the

general contractor and plan to enter Phase 1 of the HVAC replacement in April or May 2020. Phase 1 cost is approximately $1.5 million.

Discussion proceeded regarding the City of Amery decision-making of their condo ownership and assessments. It was noted by Isakson the city appraisal for their WC condo units is completed.

Luhrs said the AHC appraisal was underway but not completed.

Strohbusch reported the city has the opportunity to purchase a building downtown, where they would house all of their operations under one roof. He also noted the city would vacate the WC condo units by as soon as Jan. 1, 2020 if AHC preferred this. He noted there is no desire by the city to lease the units back for any length of time.

Rudquist noted the units would likely be vacant for at least a couple of years.

She noted that there is a possible longterm use for the PT/Rehab/Fitness center, which is out of space but there have been leadership and board concerns about vacating a downtown building.

She also stated that AHC’s first choice would be for the city to continue to own their units.

In January 2020, the Amery City Council announced it plans to purchase the Bremer Bank building and consolidate all city services under one roof. AHC made a statement that they have no immediate plans for the units they are gaining from the city.

“We’re always exploring our service location options and how we can most efficiently use our spaces to best meet our patients’ needs and give them a great experience when receiving care.

At this time, we have no plans to build additional space.

Our discussions with the City of Amery about improvements, including to the HVAC system, needed at the West Campus have been ongoing,”said Rudquist.

Bremer Bank plans to build a new facility in downtown Amery.

Blue Earth chooses former Amery City Administrator

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Kim Moore, former City Administrator, has been offered a position in Blue Earth, Minnesota.

According to a news report from Faribault County Register, the Blue Earth City Council voted unanimously to offer Moore the position as their City Administrator Feb. 25. During the interview process, Moore said two of the most important things to her are having open communication and being honest.

She explained the open communication would be with staff, the council and citizens of the community. “I have an open door policy,” she said. “I welcome talking to everyone.”

The major reason given by the council for selecting Moore over the other two was her years of experience in either the city administrator or city manager positions.

She plans on moving to the community and felt it was important she live in Blue Earth. She also stressed she would be a visible city administrator.

Moore said she really loves being a city administrator and is glad she made it her career choice.

The major reason given by the council for selecting Moore over the other two was her years of experience in either the city administrator or city manager positions.

Moore was terminated by the Amery City Council in October.

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