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SPRING SHOW: Come see what’s new for your home and garden Saturday, Amery Ice Arena

City welcomes Bjorklund as Clerk/Treasurer

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The Ukulele Circle of the Good Neighborhood will be sharing their music at the 17th Annual Amery Spring Show on Saturday.

Members shown L-R: Lenore Olson, Julie Schanon, Sally Christenson, Paula Warner, Pastor Lori Peper, Denise Robbins, Rick Peper, Olivia Koeppen and Kathy Christenson. Front Row: Amelia Koeppen.

Ukulele provides smiles for players and listeners alike

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I spoke with other people and learned that they had ukuleles, but had never really learned how to play them,” said Peper. She reached out to a few people who were intrigued by the ukulele discussion, the group made a road trip to River Falls, where seven more ukuleles were purchased.

Ukulele Circle of the Good Neighborhood was formed and has since been providing smiles and

laughter to the singing strummers and their listeners. The group’s next big gig is Saturday’s Spring Show at the Amery Ice Arena, where they will be preforming at 10 a.m.

“It was so easy to learn. A few basic chords go with a wide variety of songs. You do not need to have a musical background,” said group member Sally Christen

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A year and a half ago pastor Lori Peper picked up a guitar and when she decided learning to play proved to be a bit more difficult than she bargained for, she switched to an instrument that felt instantly fun- the ukulele.

“It was so easy and there were YouTube videos to help me along.

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Bjorklund lives in the Webster, WI area with her husband Bryan. The couple have been married for 27 years. They have 3 children; Danielle, Erin and Nick and 4 grandchildren; Lizzy, Brody, Stella and Connor with one due to arrive in Bjorklund September.

She has been a Trap Shooter for several years and also enjoys bird hunting.

Bjorklund started her career as a Municipal Clerk/Treasurer for the Town of Lincoln in 2005. She worked as Municipal Clerk/TreasurTHURSDAY, 33, 2222in 2009. Next, she er for the SEPTEMBER Village of Webster VOL.worked 131 NO. 19aswww.moraminn.com $1.00 Municipal Clerk/Deputy-Treasurer for the Village of Grantsburg. “I have combined experience as Municipal Clerk/Treasurer for 14 years. I am certified in the Wisconsin Municipal Clerk’s Association and Municipal Treasurer’s Association as well as the International Institute of Municipal Clerk’s Association,” said Bjorklund.

Bjorklund is looking forward to working with the City of Amery for the experience of being a City Clerk/Treasurer. She said, “I feel I have come full circle having started out my Professional Clerk/Treasurer Career as a Town Clerk/Treasurer, then a Village Clerk/Treasurer and now a City Clerk/Treasurer. The people here have very been very welcoming to me, and it is a wonderful community! I look forward to serving the constituents of the City of Amery!”

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Endeavors Greenhouse — Growing is our mission

THE SUN The 16th Annual Amery Spring Show is this Saturday, April 6 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. In addition to helping the Amery Area Food Pantry with admission donations, show goers will be able to visit with a variety of vendors that can provide help with many

things for home and garden.

Among the groups demonstrating during the show is the Endeavors Greenhouse.

The Endeavors Greenhouse in Milltown, Wisconsin is a part of the Endeavors Adult Development Center. Their mission is for adults living

with disabilities to participate and thrive in their communities by reaching their highest level of independence by promoting personal growth and provide meaningful employment opportunities.

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GREENHOUSE: Organization expands to hydroponics for year round sales FROM PAGE ONE

munity Job Crews (supervised work experience in community businesses), Adult Day Care (respite care for adults with Alzheimer’s and Dementia), Birdseed (mixing and bagging birdseed for resale), and Greenhouse Production (supervised caring for bedding and vegetable plants) as well as Transportation Services (providing round trip transportation for EADC consumers to and from work. Transportation also provides rides for medical appointments for members of the community).

The Endeavors Greenhouse was established in Milltown, Wisconsin, in 2010, and opened in 2011 to help bring more job opportunities for the Endeavors employees and the community. Two high tunnel hoop houses were used when they started. In 2013, hydroponics was introduced into the Endeavors Greenhouse.

Now tomatoes are grown hydroponically year-round, providing slicing and cherry tomatoes to area schools, restaurants and grocery outlets. Employees have had the opportunity to assist with all aspects of the greenhouse operation from cleaning, to sorting, planting, picking, pollinating, and taking pride in their work. Their retail store provides fresh cut flowers, succulents, a wide variety of consignment items from local

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Endeavors employees care for the hydroponic tomatoes daily. They trim, harvest and watch for disorders. The tomatoes are sold in their retail store and distributed to local schools, local grocery outlets and restaurants.

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by Endeavors employees, and high-quality garden supplies.

In the beginning they only raised annual bedding plants and vegetables in the two high tunnel hoop houses. This brought in seasonal income.

The introduction of the hydroponics brought new possibilities for year-round income and employment. Through a USDA Rural Development grant and loan, two bay greenhouses were construct-

ed, and the hydroponics plan started. Tomatoes, cucumbers, green peppers and lettuce were produced. The focus has been on tomatoes for the last several years, producing cherry and slicing tomatoes.

New tomato lines have been completed this spring with a new tomato crop beginning to produce now. They can be found at the Balsam Lake, Osceola and St. Croix Falls farmer’s Markets during the summer and early fall.

Efforts have been made to gain technical information on growing tomatoes more efficiently from the University of Wisconsin and University of Minnesota Extension systems, area growers and technical assistance online.

Students from area schools and Horticulture students from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls, plus area agriculture educators have toured the Endeavors Greenhouse facility.

In an attempt to bring more information to our consumer we started offering fun classes at the Greenhouse throughout the Fall and winter months. Classes included: Fall Deco Wreath making, microgreens, Essential Oils, Glass Etching, Card Making, Cricket use, Holiday Deco Wreaths, Rustic Signs, Stained Glass window decor, Succulent planting. More are planned for this fall. They also have special events at the Greenhouse too, like a visit from the Easter Bunny on Good Friday and Santa Day in early December.

Currently they are planning for exhibits and demonstrations at the Amery spring Show April 6, the Balsam Lake Library in May, and the Unity Area FFA Alumni Dairy Breakfast in June.

Their demonstrations will show some planting techniques and how to make a succulent planter.

The Endeavors Greenhouse is currently open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday and Saturdays 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Beginning Mother’s Day weekend until July 4 hours are expanded to Monday to Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sundays 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Check out their Facebook page Endeavors Greenhouse for current postings and upcoming events. Their website can be found at www.endeavorsgreenhouse.org.

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son. She is now one of 10 players who get together when they can Sunday afternoons for an hour or so. The group contains members that span eight generations. Their youngest player is eightyears-old, and they have a member who is in her eighties.

A while back the group decided that they were having so much fun, they should take their circle on the road and share the feeling with others.

They first played at Willow Ridge and preformed singalong-songs for the residents.

“We started seeing people toe tapping and singing who are normally not very responsive,” Christenson said. The players have revisited Willow Ridge since then, as well as Golden Age Manor, Amery Memory Care and twice at the Amery Classic Theater.

They opened for a Nici Peper performance and participated in an “Open Mic” show.

They have a jovial time during performances. Some jokes are told and uplifting songs are shared. They play a range of music from songs like Old MacDonald and She’s

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Ukulele players lead a sing-a-long of “You Are My Sunshine” during an open mic afternoon at the Amery Classic Theater.

Coming Around the Mountain to classics from the Beatles. They are enjoying challenging themselves with new music. Peper said, “There has got to be a lot of joy, celebration and fun. Anytime we are lifting people’s spirits, it is a good day.”

Christenson added, “I think of this as a different type of ministry. I think we all see this as a service to others, it is not about us.”

Christenson said what makes their circle work so well is that all of the members contribute something in their

own special way. Certain members find creative ways to interpret music, whether it is lyric or key changes. Some members keep the group organized and others figure out song tempo or set up performances. “We find who shines it certain areas and we roll

with it,” she said.

The players recently had an open circle at the Amery Public Library for anyone who wanted to join. They had 12 people sit in and play with them. They welcome anyone who would like to join the group and will help players get their own circles started as well.

The instrument that the players have become so passionate about comes in many varieties with a range of price tags. They suggest visiting a music store that carries ukuleles so you can get an idea of what feels good in your hands.

The players really find playing their instruments to be relaxing; some play every single day, and others only occasionally. They all agree it is good for their brains and good for their spirit. Members sports shirts with their theme proudly displayed, “Uke Can Do It.” They feel that anybody could join their circle and find the ease and joy of playing the ukulele.

Peper said, “The playing and being together is like a little gift you give yourself, I can’t really explain it, but it is so much fun.”

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APRIL 5 Lenten Fish Fry Enjoy a Lenten Fish Fry at St. Joseph Catholic Church 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, and a small dessert!

Refreshments include coffee, milk and lemonade. 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.

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APRIL 5, 6 & 7 The Music Man Clear Lake Community Theater presents Meredith Willson’s “The Music Man” at the Clear Lake Area Community Center Gymnasium on March 29, 30 and 31 and April 5, 6 and 7. Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Sunday Matinees at 2 p.m.

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Kinship visits Amery Memory Care Mentors and mentees from Polk County Kinship had a wonderful time at Amery Memory Care March 19. A group of 24 from Kinship spent time with residents and are excited to return. Caydyn and his mentors, the Greenes, enjoyed playing bingo that afternoon.

APRIL 6 Amery Spring Show The 16th Annual Amery Spring Show will be Saturday, April 6 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Amery Ice Area, River Place Drive, Amery. There will be booths from many different businesses–building suppliers, financial institutions, car dealerships, home furnishings, water conditioning, contractors, electronics, appliances, ATVs, boats, docks, landscaping, heating/air conditioning, and more!

Historical Society Open House The Amery Area Historical Society (AAHS) invites you to an Open House from 10 a.m. to Noon on Saturday, April 6, 2019.

Individuals and families are welcome to view artifacts from Amery’s past.

Mark your calendars for future open houses to be held the first Saturday of each month!

The Historical Society’s room is located in the lower level of the Amery Area Public Library.

“Circle Unbroken” Concert Join us at the Amery Free Lutheran Church for a “Circle Unbroken” Concert on Saturday, April at 7 p.m. Circle Unbroken–The Borstad Family is a Gospel singing group formed in 2011. Two brothers, Mike and Tim, have performed music together since childhood in the 1960s. They are joined by Tim’s children: Nathan Borstad, Levi Borstad and Anna (Borstad) Gilbert. Mike Borstad is a retired missionary and teaches Spanish part time. Tim is a retired teacher. The group sings to bring glory to God, to share the Gospel story, and to lead others in worship.

Amery Free Lutheran is located 2 miles west of Hwy 46 on County Road F.

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Women of the ELCA Present Day of Renewal Apple River Conference, Women of the ELCA, Day of Renewal Retreat will be at Bone Lake Lutheran Church in Luck, WI on Saturday, April 6 at 9 a.m. Speakers are Heidi Simmerman and Pastor Margret Grant. Luncheon will follow.

There is a fee.

Contact Kim Grossmann at 715-857-5907 or kim.s.grossmann@seagate.com for information.

Northwest Wisconsin’s Maple Farm Tour Ever wonder how maple syrup is made? Here’s your chance to find out! Maple syrup producers in Northwestern Wisconsin are opening their sugar houses to the public on Saturday, April 6, 2019 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

You’ll see smaller operations cooking in a flat plan on a wood fire to larger producers using reverse osmosis as part of the process. Some producers will be offering tours of the sugar bush woods showing collection systems from pails to bags to tubing systems. Dress accordingly.

See the Northwest Wisconsin Maple Farm Tour ad in this week’s paper for more information.

APRIL 6 & 7 Woodland Chorale & St. Croix Valley Orchestra Performances Woodland Chorale and St. Croix Valley Orchestra perform “Masterpieces for Chorus and Orchestra” Sat., April 6 at 7 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, Lindstrom, MN and Sun., April 7 at 3 p.m. at Unity High School, Balsam Lake, WI. Freewill offering goes to benefit local public school music

programs. More info at 715-4722152, ext. 103.

APRIL 7 Sunday Learning Series All Things Pharmacy You are welcome to join Riverbend Senior Living and Willow Ridge Healthcare at the third of 5 Sunday Learning Series sessions. This session–All Things Pharmacy–presented

by Chet Johnson Drug, will be Sunday, April 7 from 2 to 3 p.m. at Riverbend Senior Living, 475 Golfview Lane, Amery. Refreshments will be served. RSVP to Amanda and Kayla at 715-2689949 or kbleskacek.rphfcorp. com.

“Times in Which We Live” NonDenominational Bible Teaching on Prophetic End Time Events Sunday, April 7, 2019 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the St. Croix Public Library Meeting Room, there will be a bible study on Fake News and False Prophets in the Age of Apostacy by Jeff Kinley. All ages welcome.

No collections are taken.

Questions? Call Alan Walker 515-708-2120, Dwayne Rasmussen 715-755-3473, Mark Hatella 715-268-9037 or David Nelson 715-472-8180.

APRIL 11 Green Bay Packers Tailgate Tour/ Chris Kroeze Concert New Richmond’s Grace Place Shelter will host the Tailgate Tour and Chris Kroeze concert at the New Richmond Airport Hangar. For details and tickets visit www.newrichmondchamber.com

APRIL 12-13 Amery VFW Post 7929 Gun Show Buy, sell and trade at the

Amery Hockey Arena. Friday from 3 to 9 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For table rental, contact Dave P. at 715220-0119. You can purchase raffle tickets at the VFW or from a member. Drawing will be held Saturday April 13, 2019 at 4:30p.m.

APRIL 13 Annual Spring Salad Luncheon Balsam Lutheran Church invites you to the Annual Spring Salad Luncheon on Saurday, April 13 at 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery. Registration is from 10:30 to 11 a.m. with the program at 11 and luncheon at 12:30 p.m. There will be a raffle for a twin size quilt following lunch. Bev Getschel will talk about her journey as a quilter and give ideas for what to do with orphan blocks and leftover pieces. Free will offering. Come join us for food, fun and prizes!

Smelt Fry The Turtle Lake Legion invites you to a Smelt Fry on Saturday, April 13 from 4 to 8 p.m. at 320 S. Maple Street, Turtle Lake. There is a fee. Take outs available after 4:30 by calling 715-556-5664.

Sponsored by Donalds-Hylkema Post 137.

Easter Egg Hunt The East Lincoln Alliance church will host an Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 13 at 10:30 a.m., rain or shine, for kids 5th grade and younger.

There will be a special kids program, prizes awarded and a hot dog lunch.

From Amery, go east on Cty. Rd. F about 2 miles. Take a left on Cty. Rd. J. Church is at the bottom of the hill on your left: 735 70th Ave., Amery.

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In the “Terminator” movies of the last 30 years, sometime in the fictional future, the artificial intelligence network of computers called Skynet becomes self aware and enslaves humanity.

For those you who haven’t seen the movies, there’s time travel involved as the remnants of rebel humanity seek to protect the future version of their leader John Connor. Skynet sends a young Arnold Schwarzenegger back in time to kill Connor.

Skynet, the artificial intelligence (AI) network had been entrusted with all aspects of soPublisher cietal controls, everything from traffic control to nuclear weapTom Stangl ons. In these movies, humanity gave its fate to the machines willingly, knowing that the future would be safe in the hands of unemotional machines.

It turns out that when the computer becomes “self aware,” it realizes the greatest threat to the planet is humans, so it sets about to destroy as many people as possible.

While the movies are a lot of fun (the first two, at least), scientists and ethicists have been constantly debating the merits of machine learning and how we will be able to “pull the plug” if and when the machines become smarter than their creators.

This is no longer the science fiction of the last century, AI is now touted by mainstream vendors like Microsoft as a tool to help do mundane and repetitive tasks without errors. Billions are being invested in self driving cars and wireless networks fast enough to make communication between the machines possible.

AI is coming, ready or not.

I have read numerous articles on this topic. I find it fascinating. As a kid who grew up in the 1970s, one that was told I could live on the moon, I knew that I would have a robot servant. At the very least, I would have a clunky model like Robby the Robot from “Forbidden Planet.” Love those actuated gears that click and clack when he’s thinking.

I think there is something innately human about worrying if the machines will become our overlords, but we may be worrying for nothing.

It turns out that hackers are already setting the progress of machine learning back. Dawn Song, a professor at UC Berkeley who specializes in studying the security risks involved with AI and machine learning is warning that we may never get to the promised land of AI learning if hackers don’t stop messing around.

An article in Technology Review says that Song warned that new techniques for probing and manipulating machine-learning systems— known in the field as “adversarial machine learning” methods—could cause big problems for anyone looking to harness the power of AI in business.

Adversarial machine learning involves experimentally feeding input into an algorithm to reveal the information it has been trained on, or distorting input in a way that causes the system to misbehave. By inputting lots of images into a computer vision algorithm, for example, it is possible to reverse-engineer its functioning and ensure certain kinds of outputs, including incorrect ones.

It’s kind of like a prank call to a really naïve person who never gets the joke, stopping time and again to see if their refrigerator is running.

Since the fictional Skynet became self aware on Aug. 29, 1997, I think we are good, at least for a while.

It is somehow fitting that imperfect humans will ruin the future — or save it, depending on your point of view.

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BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

We have all heard the old saying, “If you do not have anything nice to say, then do not say anything at all.” I do not actually agree with this statement, as I believe there are very suitable times to share your opinion or state your peace.

Thanks to social media, we now live in a world that with the click of a mouse, you can spout off about anything and everything.

It isn’t always a Editor bad thing to share April Ziemer your views with others. What I do find to be a bad thing is to electronically spew words for the sake of doing so.

Each week the Amery Free Press is printed and uploaded to our website. Articles are then broadcast onto social media via Facebook. This allows people to read and share the contents of the paper with others.

I think it is a great platform for people to celebrate the accomplishments of those who have been featured in the paper. There is nothing I love more than seeing an article about a talented community member receive likes and shares online.

The paper though doesn’t always contain happy news. It is made up of a variety stories and sections.

One of those sections is an opin-

ion area where people can send in “Letters to the Editor” and share their thoughts on just about anything. We do have a few simple rules that writers must follow.

Although it may seem silly that I have to share this, one of the rules is not, “The editor of the paper MUST AGREE with everything the letter writer says.” Sometimes I do agree with everything someone sends in, other times just bits and pieces. There are times that I do not agree with a single word that has been penned. Regardless, it is my job to share it.

I knew that when I started working at the Free Press, I would have to grow a thicker skin. In fact when Tom Stangl offered me the position he warned me that this job could possibly “eat me alive.”

As much as I thought I knew what I was signing up for, I will now admit that recent social media behavior has proved me wrong.

Some of you may or may not have noticed that the Free Press did not share anything to social media last week. Not good news, bad news or anything in-between.

There have been a few articles and many letters to the editor that have sparked what I considered to be disgusting behavior on social media. I have read people call each other names, curse and argue over differences of opinions. It is not a permanent decision, this may last a week or 10.

Online I have watched the paper itself be called liberal trash, worthless and one-sided. I will state once again that it is my job

to print and/or post a letter sent into the editor. It is not my job to for warn readers I think the writer is narrow-minded or to decorate a letter with hearts and thumbs-up symbols around opinions that I am in agreement.

We have a few issues in our community right now that have left people very divided. I will gladly write stories about events that take place, but I refuse to sit back and smile as readers tear each other apart online. It is possible to state your opinion without belittling others. I actually believe sharing online that you think someone with an opposing opinion is an idiot, does not really show how much you care or are passionate about any topic, be it the federal government or a local trail.

The thing is most of the online name callers probably do not read the old fashioned paper publication that you might be currently holding in your hands, thus they may not see the point that I am trying to make. I firmly believe that some of the online bullies do not actually read the full articles or letters at all. Whether they do or don’t, they are entitled to their response and when my skin is as thick as it can get, I guess I will have to invest in body armor.

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 715-268-8101

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Submit your letters via email to editor@ theameryfreepress.com, by mail to the Amery Free Press, P.O. Box 424 Amery, WI 54001, or by fax to 715-268-5300.

We reserve the right to edit for accuracy, clarity, libel, and civility.

General letters to the editor are limited to 400 words or less. Readers may submit one letter for consideration every 30 days.

Letters must include the writer’s full name, address, and phone number (address and phone number will not be printed). Anonymous letters will not be published. Only letters originating from writers who live, have lived or work in the

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For questions about policies on letters contact the editor at 715-268-8101 or editor@theameryfreepress.com.

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Down-ballot races, referendums could stoke April election turnout

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The Supreme Court race between Appeals Court Judges Brian Hagedorn and Lisa Neubauer headlines the upcoming April 2 election, but several measures down ballot could spark interest and juice turnout.

Mayoral races in some of the state’s largest cities have the potential to draw voters to the polls. In Democrat-dominated Madison, incumbent Democratic Mayor Paul Soglin will face off against Satya Rhodes-Conway, a board member of the Democratic Party of Dane County and a former three-term Madison city alder.

Democratic operatives say that race should help Neubauer.

Green Bay will also play host to a mayoral election, where former Democratic state Rep. Eric Genrich will face off against Patrick Buckley, a Brown County supervisor.

Genrich won 44 percent of the primary vote, compared to just 18 percent for Buckley, who is backed by the Brown County Republican Party.

In Oshkosh, incumbent Mayor Steve Cummings and Deputy Mayor Lori Palmeri square off after narrowly splitting the primary, winning 39.6 percent and 39.3 percent of the

vote, respectively.

Meanwhile, 26 school districts across the state will seek authorization to expand general obligation bonding by over $1 billion for construction projects.

The largest bonding referendum comes from Sun Prairie Area School District, which is asking to borrow up to $164 million for a multi-phase project to: build a new high school; improve secondary schools; rebuild Ashley Field as a district-wide athletic and multi-use facility; remove several buildings; and purchase equipment. The school district will ask voters to exceed its revenue limit by $5 million per year.

The remaining 25 school districts are asking to borrow between $2 million and $129.5 million for building projects ranging from an elementary school to a track and field complex. The districts with the largest bonding referendums are: Winnebago County’s Neenah Joint School District; Dane County’s DeForest Area School District; Fond Du Lac County’s Fond du Lac School District, which will have two bonding referendums; Milwaukee County’s Shorewood School District; and Rock County’s Milton School District.

A handful of school districts statewide will also have referendums on the ballot asking their voters to approve measures exceeding revenue limits. Revenue limits are calculated by dividing the amount of state aid received in the previous school year and property taxes levied for the previous school year by the average of the number of students in the three previous school years.

A total of 26 school districts have requested to exceed their limit by a total of more than $179.5 million over a 10-year period. The school districts asking to exceed the revenue limit by the largest amount are: Kettle Moraine School District, with a ballot measure in Waukesha County asking to exceed the revenue limit by roughly $6 million per year for six years; New Berlin School District, also located in Waukesha County, with an ask of $5 million per year for five years; and Palmyra-Eagle Area School District in Jefferson County, asking to exceed revenue limits by a total of $11.5 million in increasing increments over a four-year period. A vast majority of the requests to exceed revenue limits, including the three largest, would kick in during the 201920 school year if approved.

Six school districts will also

ask voters to approve exceeding the revenue limit by an additional $11.9 million per year on a recurring basis.

The largest chunk of that figure comes from school districts in Dane County, with the Sun Prairie Area School District’s $5 million request to exceed their revenue limit clocking in as the largest by far. DeForest Area School District and Marshall School District have the next largest request. The two districts will ask voters to approve exceeding their revenue limits by $2.5 million and $1.25 million, dropping $875,000 after two years, respectively.

Additionally, several local referendums could play a factor in turnout.

Wood County will have two questions about marijuana on the ballot. One will ask voters if medical marijuana should be legalized, while the second asks if marijuana should be legalized for recreational purposes and taxed and regulated like alcohol.

The Village of Egg Harbor in Door County will also ask voters about these two issues.

Vernon County and La Crosse County, meanwhile, will ask voters to weigh in on redistricting. Both counties will ask if a nonpartisan procedure should be implemented to

draw legislative and congressional maps.

The Town of Newbold in Oneida County will also ask voters about redistricting.

Cities and towns across the state will also have referendums on the ballot on a variety of topics, with questions ranging from whether ATV’s should be allowed to drive on roads to the organization of municipal government.

Sheboygan will also have a referendum on the ballot asking voters to weigh in on the so-called “dark stores loophole,” which allows large retailers to claim their buildings should be taxed at the same rate as closed, or “dark,” stores.

In November, voters in more than 20 counties, cities and villages across the statebacked referendums urging lawmakers to pass legislation to change the provision.

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weeks or 26 weekend Saturdays which breaks down the daily one time users only 12.8 people per mile one day only.

Spreading over 26 weeks, is an average of 30 people in a 7 day week and 4.3 people per day.

Annual users average 2.76 per day overall, but not all 503 pass holders will use all these 61 miles of trail on a daily basis.

Other facts to consider are that an average distance for a walker is 1 mile from their get on point.

The skiers don’t utilize to

many miles of the trail because they have to remove skis to cross the roads as I have yet to see a ski tracks at the second mile marker in 15 years.

The average person will not drive any distance to visit a rail grade trail to walk or bike on. Most users are local.

People partaking in these activities in any number go to places that offer camping, better diverse terrain for hiking or biking / fat tire biking etc. to spend a weekend away.

Our neighboring counties

and other places in Wisconsin have the two Polk County non-motorized trails beat hands down as they offer far better recreational facilities for these activities and draw far more people for biking, skiing and snowshoeing. In fact, there are over 700 dedicated and well-groomed cross country ski trails and more than 250 snow shoe trails in Wisconsin.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Non motorized trail use numbers To the editor: In past papers, we have been reading comments boasting numbers on how good the non-motorized trails are. This is a major exaggeration and it is long overdue to start putting out correct factual information for residents in Polk County to see these numbers for themselves to make an informed decision.

Total annual bike trail passes sold in Polk County: 503 Daily use sold: 782. However there were 208 annual passes

sold at the information center in St Croix Falls. Keep in mind, not all 208 sold may not necessarily solely be intended for use in Polk County as this is a convenience for those who are passing though Polk County on their way to other trails in other counties.

So let’s break this down…The Gandy Dancer is 47 miles and the Stower 7 trail is 14 miles totaling 61 miles of Non-motorized trail during the 6 months of summertime usage (May thru Oct) is 182 days or 26

What Does Universal Background Check Mean?

To the editor: The Democrats and other gun control groups always are introducing legislation requiring Universal Background Check to purchase or transfer a gun. If you ask them how the government would administer this type of background check, they go silent and refuse to answer the question. The only way it seems possible to administer this type of control is to register all guns so there is a record of who owns guns and then require any exchange or transfer to have a background check at a Federal

Firearms Licensed Dealer perform the background check.

These type of laws would not have stopped any of the mass shooting that have taken place during the last 20 to 30 years. They are mostly a scheme to license all guns and disarm the public.

Please contact your Senator and Representative and ask them to explain how they envision the administration of the universal background check schemes.

Dennis Carson Black Brook, WI

Tracy Knutson Amery

Saga of Amery superintendent is comic tragedy To the editor: I didn’t know whether to laugh or cry when I read the soap opera article regarding the former school superintendent. Let’s see if I have this right. First the School Board terminated his employment, then they said he was on medical leave, then he was put on administrative leave, and then they rescinded the motion to terminate, then an agreement was reached regarding the retirement of the superintendent.

When the superintendent was first terminated a “Corrective Action Form” was sent to the superintendent. However when asked for a copy of the “Corrective Action Form” by the Free Press the District was unable to

find a copy of the form.

Sometime in this process a letter listing 21 reasons for just cause for termination was written but that seems to be missing also, but a copy of an e-mail listing the just causes was found. You would think in a matter such as this accurate records would be kept. That doesn’t seem to be the case.

When all was said and done the school board and the superintendent reached an agreement that cost us the taxpayers in excess of $120,000.

But that’s not the end of it there are still two lawsuits pending against the superintendent and the School Board by former employees. Who knows how much that is going to cost.

My question to the School Board after reading the list of 21 just causes for termination is “Why did you renew his contract in Feb. 2018 if you knew that a lot of what was listed in the just cause letter was happening”. You can’t expect me to believe that all the instances listed happened since then. It reads like an ongoing problem that the School Board refused to address until it blew up in their face.

This whole process reminds me of some lyrics from a Judy Collins song. “But where are the clowns? Send in the clowns. Don’t bother there here” Fritz Coulter Amery

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Amery Area Municipal Court Amery Area Municipal Court was held in Amery on Wednesday, March 27, 2019. The following cases were heard:

City of Amery: Jonathon T. Bazille, 18, Amery, operating while revoked (forfeiture), $124.

Gary S. Cuper Jr., 44, Turtle Lake, exceeding speed zones (1115 mph), $98.

Destynee J. Hart, 18, Amery, underage drinking, $187.

Michael P. Lamb, 39, Milltown, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Angel J. Morales, 33, Minneapolis, MN, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Allan J. Reed, 46, Milltown, operating while under the influence (1st), $924.

Chad A. Steward, 44, Rush City, MN, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Timothy A. Stoeklen, 19, Amery, underage drinking-procures 17-20, $376.

Austin D. Wallberg, 22, Amery, operating after suspension, $124; failure to yield right of way, $111.40.

Nicholas P. Welding, 28, Glenwood City, issuance of worthless checks, $313.

Andrew J. Yeske, 31, Deer Park, criminal damage to property, $741.

17 year old, Amery, truancy, $92.50.

Village of Clayton: Jerik J. Espersen, 28, Roberts, operating after suspension, $124.

Lucas W. Kaczmarski, 18, Deer Park, failure to stop at stop sign, $98.80.

17 year old, Clayton, passing in no passing zone, $136.60.

Village of Clear Lake: Kellie M Amundson, 40, Rice Lake, exceeding speed zones (1619 mph), $124.

Brooke L. Bezek, 32, Amery, failure to stop at stop sign, $98.80.

David E. Blair Jr., 33, Lehigh Acres, FL, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Shawnah M. Breault, 43, Somerset, operating motor vehicle without insurance, $124.

Barbara A. Cecil, 64, Sarona, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Samantha J. Graese, 30, Raton, NM, exceeding speed zones (20-24 mph), $149.20.

Jessica L. Linden, 39, Foxboro, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Christopher J. Grosskreutz, 35, Clear Lake, exceeding speed zones (20-24 mph), $149.20.

Janice E. Mantel, 66, Clear Lake, operating without a valid license, $124.

Ashley M. Montagne, 30, Ellsworth, operating motor vehicle without insurance, $124.

Matthew D. Osendorf, 43, St. Paul, MN, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Brian L. Pease, 47, Barronett, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Audrey M. Rud, 45, Clear Lake, operating without a valid license, $124.

Robin C. Sollman, 38, Honolulu, HI, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.

Juveniles: 14 year old, Star Prairie, truancy (x3), $92.50 each.

16 year old, Amery, disorderly conduct on school property, $187.

14 year old, Amery, disorderly conduct on school property, $187.

Not Guilty Pleas: Pleas of Not Guilty were entered by the following: Taylor J. Hill, minor transport intoxicants, possession of THC, possess open intoxicants in motor vehicle and violate absolute sobriety law.

Amery Juvenile, truancy.

Amery Juvenile, smoking by minors, disorderly conduct on school property.

Turtle Lake Juvenile, speeding (20-24 over).

Polk County Circuit Court Antonio Lee Newman, 23, Clayton, was arrested March 19 for possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, carrying a concealed weapon and a probation hold.

Kyle John Anderson, 21, Osceola, was arrested March 20 for battery and damage to property.

Guy Edward Graber, 61, Turtle Lake, was arrested March 20 for battery and disorderly conduct.

Thomas J. Sullivan, 61, Centuria, was arrested March 21 for possession of methamphetamine, possession of THC (2nd) and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Elizabeth Lee Schmid, 34, Centuria, was arrested March 20 for damage to property and obstruction.

Robin R. Giller, 56, Centuria, was arrested March 21 for possession of methamphetamine, possession of THC (2nd) and possession of drug paraphernalia.

David Allen Shipley, 42, Luck, was arrested March 22 for disorderly conduct, battery and property damage.

Daniel Thomas Sampson, 41, Centuria, was arrested March 22 for a warrant, possession of marijuana (2nd) and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Nathaniel Arnold Nimps, 38, Saint Peter, MN, was arrested March 19 for operating with a restricted controlled substance.

Daniel Allen Pfiffner, 48, St. Croix Falls, was arrested March 19 for OWI (8th), operating after revocation and failure to install ignition interlock device.

Ashanti John Letch, 31, Frederic, was arrested March 22 for OWI (2nd).

Dustin Cruz White, 21, Luck, was arrested March 20 for an out of county warrant.

Christopher Scott Froemel, 25, homeless, was arrested March 18

for a St. Croix County warrant.

Michael Kenneth Mitchell, 29, was arrested March 18 for a Chisago County warrant.

Jonathan Thomas Bazille, 18, Amery, was arrested March 20 for a probation hold.

Anna Jean Williamson, 26, Milltown, was arrested March 20 for a warrant.

Paula Michelle Stucci, 41, Clayton, was arrested March 20 for a Polk County failure to appear warrant.

Dustin Cruz White, 21, Luck, was arrested March 20 for an out of county warrant.

Mark Everett Mcrae, 38, Taylors Falls, was arrested March 21 for a warrant and a probation violation.

Victoria D. Griffen, 43, Amery, was arrested March 24 for a probation hold.

Amery Police Report 03/22/19-03/29/19 03/22/19, 10:47 a.m., Juvenile call 03/22/19, 01:26 p.m., Suspicious activity 03/22/19, 06:42 p.m., Mental health call 03/22/19, 09:18 p.m., Vehicle lockout 03/23/19, 09:12 a.m., Suspicious activity 03/23/19, 01:47 p.m., Welfare check 03/23/19, 02:53 p.m., Assist citizen 03/25/19, 09:13 a.m., Assist other agency 03/25/19, 12:50 p.m., Welfare check 03/25/19, 04:32 p.m., Disturbance 03/25/19, 04:59 p.m., Mental health call 03/25/19, 08:03 p.m., Residential alarm 03/26/19, 05:10 p.m., Warrant arrest 03/26/19, 06:52 p.m., Assist citizen 03/27/19, 08:15 a.m., Disturbance 03/27/19, 08:58 a.m., Juvenile call 03/27/19, 09:55 a.m., Vehicle lockout 03/27/19, 11:25 a.m., Assist other agency 03/27/19, 02:15 p.m., Assist with civil matter 03/27/19, 10:01 p.m., Juvenile call 03/27/19, 10:23 p.m., Mental health call 03/28/19, 03:42 a.m., Suspicious activity 03/28/19, 04:43 a.m., Assist citizen 03/28/19, 01:22 p.m., Mental health call 03/28/19, 09:41 p.m., Welfare check

ARRESTS Victoria Griffen, 43 of Amery. Probation Hold Ashley D. Lowe, 34 of Luck, Sawyer County Warrant

Polk County Marriage Licenses Donavan James Alan Dixon and Kathryn Doreen Frenette of Amery were eligible for marriage on March 30, 2019.

Ronald John Mechura and Karen Jean Demarrias of Osecola are eligible for marriage on April 5, 2019.

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Fines paid in Polk County Circuit Court Appearance Date: March 5, 2019 Erin Nicole Martin, 22, Amery, driving too fast for conditions, $213.10.

Melissa Sue Masucci-Twilley, 36, Turtle Lake, failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10.

Robert K. Mclean, 73, Balsam Lake, automobile following too closely, $200.50.

Liberty Morgan Merrill, 24, Luck, operating while re-

voked (forfeiture 1st), $200.50; operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

Cathy Jean Morelli, 52, Osceola, operating while suspended, $200.50.

Steve Wayne Mork, 59, Clayton, disorderly conduct, $262.50.

Jeremy Scott Pederson, 41, Osceola, vehicle operator failure to wear seat belt, $10.

Shawn Steven Pierce, 33, St.

Croix Falls, non registration of vehicle <10,000 lbs, $175.30.

Willie Charles Primer, 34, Dresser, OWI (1st), $811.50.

Michael Howard Roe, 64, White Bear Lake, MN, vehicle operator failure to wear seat belt, $10.

Jeramiah David Sanford, 20, Grantsburg, automobile following too closely, $200.50.

Zachary Michael Schradle, 24, Clayton, exceeding speed

zones (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Holly D. Schuldt, 42, Clear Lake, worthless check - public protection and safety, $263.50.

Fredrick Jerry Schweich, 66, Hastings, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Troy Brian Spencer, 52, Pilliger, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Gregory James Tougas, 37, Milltown, disorderly conduct -

county/municipality, $262.50.

Kevin Lee Tretsven, 55, St. Croix Falls, operating while suspended, $200.50.

Appearance Date: March 19, 2019 Christina Lee Atkinson, 37, Milltown, operating motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

Tyler Jon Bykonen, 34, Dresser, possessing open intoxicants in motor vehicle-passenger, $200.50.

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110 Years Ago April 1, 1909

Was He or Was He Not Is Question

Injured in Explosion

Carl Wettig, aged fourteen, of Osceola is in a precarious condition as the result of attempting to find out what the result would be of touching a match to an empty gasoline barrel.

Wetting had lighted a barrel left behind by wood sawyers, but when it did not burn as imagined, thought that the light had been extinguished.

He approached and when in the act of looking for the match, the gasoline in the barrel exploded.

Wetting was rendered unconscious. His skull is fractured and a deep gash over his left eye makes his recovery doubtful.

100 Years Ago March 27, 1919 A Gloom Dispeller Think over the following figures taken from a bulletin received by S. L. Pennington and taken from actual statistics and you will laugh at the pessimist who Yesterday’s predicts hard times for this News glorious country of ours.

Diane Stangl The United States has only 6 percent of the population of the world and only 7 percent of the land and yet we produce: 20% of the world’s supply of gold; 40% of the world’s supply of iron and steel; 40% of lead; 40% of the world’s supply of silver; 50% zinc; 52% of the world’s supply of coal; 60% of aluminum; 60% of the world’s supply of copper; 60% of cotton; 66% of the world’s supply of oil; 75% of corn; and 85% of the world’s supply of automobiles.

Before the war, we owed other nations five billion dollars. We have not only paid this debt, but foreign nations now owe us ten billion dollars.

We now hold the largest gold reserves of any nation in the world.

Bigamist and Embezzler Deputy Sheriff C. Petersen left for Mitchell, S.Dak. Monday to get Walter Pauling who was being held in that city.

There are a number of charges, which have been and will be charged against Pauling, among them: bigamy, non-support, desertion and embezzlement.

Outside of that his record is clean so far as we have been able to learn.

He has a wife and a number of small children living here and we are informed is living with another woman and small child at Mitchell.

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Busy Day in Amery

Downtown Amery looked great back in the 1940’s with cars parallel parked on both sides of the street and lined up down the middle. The old awnings on the buildings added to the appearance of the buildings. Looks like a lovely spring afternoon!

March 14, soldiers numbering 59,454 returned, making the total 414,278 since the armistice.

The best previous week was that ending Feb. 21 when 48,620 were returned.

will open a modern beauty parlor in the Margolis building, as soon as it is vacated by L. Michael and the building can be overhauled and refurnished for her use.

95 Years Ago April 10, 1924

80 Years Ago March 23, 1939

Shoots Own Foot

Boxing Season at Amery H.S.

The twelve-year-old son of Wm. Holland of East Lincoln met with a painful accident last Sunday morning while out hunting. Being deeply interested in the marksmanship of a companion, he forgot that his own gun was loaded and he set it on his foot and in leaning over it was discharged. The 22-caliber bullet went through his foot.

He was brought to this city at once for medical attention, and when the wound was dressed he was able to return to his home.

Boxing Season is in full swing at the Amery High School, with about 20 fighters on hand for tryouts under the direction of Coach Rendler.

The first meet will be with Superior Central March 31, and contests also will be fought with Turtle Lake, Milltown and Frederic.

Equips New Dental Operating Room Dr. C. A. Nelson has just installed new, modern appliances and equipment, including a beautiful new chair, cabinets, etc., and now has two complete and up-to-date dental operating rooms.

This will greatly facilitate the handling of the Doctor’s large clientele, and assist in carrying out his “service unexcelled” motto.

Three Firms Change Location

Soldiers Are Coming Home

The building recently purchased by L. Michael has been thoroughly remodeled and repainted and made a credit to the city.

Mr. Michael is now doing business in his new quarters and has one of the finest and most modern exclusive tailoring and dry cleaning establishments in this section.

Webster & Granum have moved into the north half of the Michael building with their insurance officers, and Dr. Mooney has moved into the building formerly occupied by them.

Last week was the record breaker in the return of troops from France, according to the War Department figures.

During the week ending

Mrs. Jas. Burke who recently graduated from a complete course and is a licensed artist,

Open Beauty Parlor

Fireworks Fund to “Light” City Fourth of July A committee of the Amery Community Club is planning a big fireworks display the night of July 4 this year, which will entertain visitors from miles around.

To put this over, the committee invites subscriptions to a fund to buy these fireworks.

Members suggest that if a father plans on buying firecrackers for his children, that he put part of the money into the big fund for the civic fireworks program.

According to C. H. Clay of the committee, it is planned to stage the fireworks celebration on a large raft on North Twin Lake, about 50 feet from shore so that persons in their cars along the shore may see it from any part of the lake.

Subscriptions, anything from 50¢ up, should be turned over to Mr. Clay.

85 Years Ago April 6, 1944 City Deliveries to Cease Another inroad of the war will make itself known beginning April 15, at which time deliveries for the grocery stress in Amery will cease.

There has been a very noticeable trend throughout the other localities to also bring about this change because of its use of manpower and critical war material, such as gasoline and tires.

Tires Tire applications are coming in such numbers that it is impossible to grant them from our small quota. The Tire Panel really has a hard job meting out tires to as near as they can judge, the most needy.

If you get a grade three certificate, it is the best the Panel can do for you out of present allotments. Once a decision has been made, no change whatever can be made. This means you will waste your time in asking to trade a grade three for a grade one.

65 Years Ago April 1, 1954 They’re A Movin’ Despite would-be “crepe hangers,” the big three in car sales report the month of March as a “pretty good month.” And well they should.

Total new car sales, which include down payment orders, from the Chevrolet, Ford and Plymouth outlets in Amery totaled 43 in March. In addition, six pickups and trucks were sold by the same firms.

Now that doesn’t sound like a recession, does it?

“Joe” Calls Gore Headline Hunter In one of his rare comments on the recall movement, Senator Joseph McCarthy told the United Press in New York that he was “not much interested.”

“You can make the headlines every day of the week if you want to call McCarthy a s.o.b.”

Wisconsin’s Junior Senator elaborated.

McCarthy told a news conference he knew nothing about recall petitions being circulated in Wisconsin “except some reporter on a weekly newspaper that I never heard of before he started the move.”

Regarding Wisconsin Secretary of State Fred R. Zimmerman’s Tuesday announcement that he would oppose McCarthy in the event of a successful recall, the Senator said there was not much news in the announcement because “he has campaigned as vigorously as he could against me ever since I first ran for office.”

“I’m not certain that he was one of them,’ countered Glynn Nelson Monday afternoon when word spread that he had given a handout of coffee to a man resembling one of the escaped criminals from St. Paul.

Even after checking both daily publications carrying pictures of the five men who escaped from the Ramsey county jail in St. Paul Sunday, Glynn wasn’t definitely certain that the “panhandler” he befriended was one of the much-sought men.

Several other persons observing the tall, thin man who asked for breakfast coffee as Glynn worked at Conrad’s Grocery at 11 a.m., Monday thought he was “a dead ringer.”

It is suspected he approached Glynn seeking food. He stated that he was on his way to Superior at the time where he had a job.

Pickup orders were issued by Sheriff James Moore shortly afterwards, but no suspect was to be found.

55 Years Ago April 2, 1964 Dairy Queen Couple in Car Mishap Mr. and Mrs. Henry Theesfield were injured in a car crash on I-94 Thursday evening as they journeyed to their Hammond area home from the Amery Dairy Queen.

New operators of the Amery business, the couple are confined in the Baldwin Hospital with their injuries. Mrs. Theesfield suffered a broken cheekbone and broken foot while her husband has chest injuries. The owner of the Barron Dairy Queen is operating the Amery unit while they are recuperating.

50 Years Ago April 3, 1969 Studded Snow Tire Deadline April 15 Studded snow tires must be removed from motor vehicles throughout Wisconsin by Tuesday, April 15.

Studded tires should be clearly marked so that they may be placed back on the same wheel next fall. This must be done since studs wear at a slight angle and their effectiveness will be lost if the tire is placed on a different wheel.

The holes in which the studs are seated could also become enlarged with the studs dropping out if the tire is placed on a different wheel.

Studs cannot be replaced once they have dropped from a tire or have become worn, tire manufacturers report.

Studded snow tires are permitted in Wisconsin from Oct. 15 – April 15.

In storing snow or studded tires, the AAA recommends motorists place them in a cool place, such as a basement or a shaded area in a garage. Tires should never be exposed to sunlight and should be placed flat on their side and not stored in a rolling or upright position.

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Eight offenses bring an eight year sentence to St. Croix Falls man

BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Within eight days, a St. Croix Falls man was charged with Operating While Intoxicated (OWI), eighth offense and given an eight-year sentence.

According to the criminal complaint, Daniel Pfi ffner, 48, was arrested Pfiffner March 19 following a traffic stop in Polk County.

The complaint states an Osceola police officer saw a vehicle traveling through at a high rate of speed; 50 MPH in a marked speed zone of 25 miles per hour. As the officer followed the vehicle, he saw

it weaving within its traffic lane.

The complaint states when the officer told Pfi ffner that his speed was the reason for the stop, Pfi ffner responded that he always drives 50 miles per hour up the hill and sets his cruise at 50.

The officer noted Pfi ffner’s eyes were bloodshot, his speech was slurred and there was an odor of intoxicants coming from Pfi ffner’s breath. He denied he had been drinking and said the reason his speed was slurred is because he had been “working all day.”

The criminal complaint goes on to state that Pfi ffner first stated he did not have a driver’s license. He next attempted to get his license from his wallet and was unable. He then pulled out

an Arizona state driver’s license, but according to the complaint, became angry and tossed it into the back seat. He then handed the wallet to the officer who found Pfi ffner’s ID inside.

When the officer asked Pfi ffner why he did not have a driver’s license, Pfi ffner allegedly told the officer it was for OWI reasons, and that he had not had a license in years. When the officer asked Pfi ffner to stay in his vehicle while the officer ran Pfi ffner’s information. The officer said Pfi ffner became upset and allegedly told the officer he would be going back to prison.

The officer asked Pfi ffner why, and he allegedly stated that because he was driving without a valid license, he assumed he’d be going to jail.

The officer confirmed that

Pfi ffner was previously convicted seven times for Operating While Intoxicated and that he was required to have an Ignition Interlock Device installed in his vehicle, but he did not currently have one.

It was confirmed Pfi ffner’s license was currently revoked due to his prior OWIs. Pfi ffner was placed under arrest.

The officer performed an inventory search of Pfi ffner’s vehicle and observed two open 24-ounce containers of Four Loko alcoholic beverages cans with wet contents.

When asked how much he had to drink, Pfi ffner told the officer, “a little.” The officer asked Pfi ffner if he would perform field sobriety tests, and Pfi ffner responded, “No.” The officer asked if he was refusing, and allegedly Pfi ffner responded, “Yes, what is the

point? You guys always arrest me anyway.”

The officer transferred Pfi ffner to Osceola Medical Center where he refused to submit to a chemical test of his blood and a warrant was obtained.

Pfi ffner appeared on March 27, 2019, for a hearing on charges of OWI 8, Operating While Revoked and Failure to Install Ignition Interlock Device. Wisconsin circuit court records show that the Court found probable cause for the charges against Pfi ffner, and then accepted Pfi ffner’s plea of guilty.

The Court ordered an eight year sentence for Pfi ffner; three years of initial confinement in State Prison, followed by five years of extended supervision.

Amery man arrested after online interactions with undercover officer

BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Kenneth Meyer, 48, of Amery has been charged with felony counts of child enticement, attempted second degree sexual assault and using a computer to facilitate a sex crime after meeting Meyer a teen online and trying to set up sex with her at a hotel

in Eau Claire.

The girl the man was communicating with was actually an undercover law enforcement officer According to the criminal complaint, Meyer chatted with an undercover officer acting as a 14 -year-old girl on Facebook. During the length of their communication the two exchanged 540 text messages.

Meyer initiated numerous sexual conversations with who he thought was a 14-yearold girl. Meyer continually asked about exchanging im-

ages. The officer sent Meyer an image of a clothed female standing in a bathroom and Meyer then sent three clothed images of himself.

The complaint states Meyer offered to buy the teen a phone so they could have private messages and share photos, Meyer said he would send the phone in the mail on a day when the girl’s mother wasn’t home.

During several conversations with the teen, Meyer allegedly told the teen multiple times he would use protection, or support the child

Television theft leads to multiple charges

BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

A Chisago City man is facing up to six years in prison and fines of $15,000 if he is convicted of theft from St. Croix Falls Walmart.

According to the criminal complaint 34-year-old Shawn Dougherty has been charged with Felony Retail Theft and Obstructing an officer stemming from an incident which took Dougherty place March 13.

The complaint states that an officer was dispatched to St. Croix Falls Walmart for a report of a white skinny male that walked out with a large television with alarm tags attached to the box. He was seen crossing the parking lot heading toward McDonalds.

The officer states when he arrived in the area, he saw a large television in a box sitting in the snow behind a

dumpster, and a male fitting the description walking away from the area.

The officer then exited his patrol car, identified himself as the police and told the man to stop. The male ran toward Eagle Valley Bank. He was given several commands to stop and get down. The officer advised the male he was under arrest, and while the male was running he tossed a backpack he had been carrying and repeatedly reached into his waistband and pockets.

The male identified as Dougherty was taken into custody on Glacier Drive. Several items with tags were located on him including sunglasses, bandanas and other household items.

During a Miranda interview at the jail, Dougherty stated he did steal the television from Walmart. The television value is in excess of $500.

Dougherty is a repeat offender having been convicted of Felony Take/ Use/Transfer Movable Property in August 2018.

if she got pregnant. Meyer told the girl what to wear and discussed the types of sexual activities he wanted to engage in with the girl.

The teen told Meyer she was traveling to Metropolis Resort in Eau Claire on March 27 and 28. Meyer made plans to be there on March 27.

When he showed up at Metropolis at 5:30 p.m. he was arrested and interviewed at the Eau Claire Police Department.

Meyer said he came to Eau Claire to meet a girl to go swimming. Meyer told

authorities that although he did have discussions with the teen about having sex, he never had any intentions of actually having sex with the teen and said the two were just going to go swimming.

A $5,000 signature bond was set for Meyer, which prohibits him from having contact with children or internet access except for work purposes.

Meyer returns to court May 9. If convicted on the three charges, Meyer faces 85 years in prison.

School district settles lawsuit, second suit proceeding

BY TOM STANGL TSTANGL@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

The lawsuit brought by former district employee Dena Babcock against the school district of Amery and former District Administrator Jim Kuchta has been resolved.

Babcock, who was employed by the Amery School District as an administrative assistant to District Administrator Jim Kuchta from March 2016 to October of 2017, fi led a lawsuit in July of 2018.

The suit alleged misconduct by Kuchta, a breach of contract and wrongful discharge as well as viola-

tions of her rights of free speech and depravation of civil rights.

The case was moved from district court in Polk County to federal court.

Details of the settlement were not made available. The Free Press has fi led an open records request for the settlement.

A second lawsuit against the district and former District Administrator Kuchta is proceeding through the court system in Polk County.

Former district employee Kori Nelson’s lawsuit has a pre-trial conference set for June 28.

Sign of spring: Turn off faucets The City of Amery has announced that residents who have been running a slight stream of water to pre-

vent freeze up, may now turn their faucets off.

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AREA CHURCHES AMERY CONGREGATIONAL, 201 N. Harriman Ave. Barry Schaefer, pastor Wednesday, Apr. 3: 3:30 p.m. Homework and Hangout; 6 p.m. Soup Supper; 6:30 p.m. Lenten Service.

Thursday, Apr. 4: 9:30 a.m. Local Communions; 9:30 a.m.

Senior Dining Hall Open; 5:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study; 7 p.m. Money Management.

Friday, Apr. 5: 8:30 a.m. Distant Communions; 9:30 a.m.

Senior Dining Hall Open.

Sunday, Apr. 7: 9:30 a.m. Christian Education Meeting; 10 a.m. Worship with Communion; 11:15 a.m. Diaconte Meeting.

Monday, Apr. 8: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall Open; 7 p.m.

Boy Scouts.

Tuesday, Apr. 9: 6:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 9:30 a.m.

Senior Dining Hall Open; 10 a.m. Bible Study; 6 p.m. Council Meeting.

AMERY FREE LUTHERAN, 1 mile west of golf course on CTH F, Eric Christenson, pastor www.ameryflc.org Every Sunday: 9 a.m. Sunday School for ages 3-103; 10:15 Worship Service; 6 p.m. Small Group Bible Studies in homes.

Wednesdays: 9:30 a.m. Small Group Women’s Bible Study in home; 7 p.m. Youth Group and Small Group Bible Studies in homes.

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

APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY, 942 US Hwy. 8, Amery Justin Hosking, pastor Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages; 10:15 a.m.

Coffee & Fellowship; 10:30 a.m. Morning Worship.

Tuesday: 9:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study; 6:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study.

Wednesday: 10 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 5:30 p.m. Kids One-Way Club.

Thursday: 9:30 a.m. White Cross.

Friday: 9 a.m. M.O.P.S. BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery, Dan Watland, pastor Wednesday, Mar. 27: 6 p.m. Soup Supper at Elim; 6:30 p.m.

Confirmation Class; 7 p.m. Lenten Worship at Elim.

Sunday, Mar. 31: Elim 8:30 a.m. Holy Worship; 8:30 a.m.

Bible Study; 9:30 a.m. WELCA Meeting, Fellowship Time; 10:15 a.m. Holy Worship.

Monday, Apr. 1: 8:30 a.m. Prayer Ministry and Adult Education Committee.

Tuesday, Apr. 2: 8:30 a.m. Quilting at Elim.

CENTERPOINT, 740 Maple Drive, St. Croix Falls (High school) Dick Enerson, pastor Sunday: 10-11:15 a.m. Worship celebration; Children’s church (SuperKidz) age 4-5th grade; Nursery (KidzKorner) birth-3 years.

Cell Groups (small group Bible studies) offered throughout the week.

CHURCH OF CHRIST, New Richmond Jack Philips, Evangelist, 715-497-7596 Sunday: 9 a.m. Bible Study; 10 a.m. Worship.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Bible Study and Devotions.

CLEAR LAKE UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 11:00 a.m. Worship.

Wednesday: 5:30 p.m. Meal for all; 6 p.m. Church school.

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

DERONDA LUTHERAN, 1239 65th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, Apr. 3: 5-6:30 p.m. Lenten Supper at Deronda; 6 p.m. JAM, Faith 5 Bible Study for Confirmation Students and Adults; 7 p.m. Lenten Service with Pastor Dorothy Sandal; 8 p.m. NUIC Choir Rehearsal.

Thursday, Apr. 4: 9 a.m. Deronda Quilting, Little Falls Quilting.

Saturday, Apr. 6: 8:30 a.m. Apple River Conference WELCA Spring Day of Renewal at Bone Lake Lutheran in Luck; 10 a.m. Ukulele Circle at Amery Spring Show.

Sunday, Apr. 7: Holy Communion; 8 a.m. Deronda Worship; 9:30 a.m. Little Falls Worship; 11 a.m. Trinity Worship.

Tuesday, Apr. 9: 9 a.m. Little Falls Quilting, Parish Staff Meeting at Trinity; 7 p.m. Church Councils Meet at Deronda.

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

EAST BALSAM BAPTIST, 1816 108th St./CTH I, Balsam Lake, Gabriel Brennan, pastor www.eastbalsam.org 715-857-5411 Sunday: 9 a.m. Worship service; 10:30 a.m. Sunday school.

Tuesday: Women’s Ministry; 9 a.m. Bible Study.

EAST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, south of Amery on Hwy. 46 then west on 20th Ave., Kathy Pennington, pastor Wednesday, Apr. 3: 6 p.m. Soup and Sandwich Supper; 7 p.m. Lenten Worship; Thursday, Apr. 4: 1:30 p.m. Women’s Group.

Friday, Apr. 5: 7 p.m. Love Languages Digital Discussion.

Saturday, Apr. 6: 8 a.m. Men of East Immanuel; 9 a.m.

Church Clean Up Day. Sunday, Apr. 7: 9:30 a.m. GIFT; 10:30 a.m. Worship.

EAST LINCOLN ALLIANCE, 735 70th Ave., Amery 715-268-2350 www.eastlincolnalliance.com Eric Danielson and Randy Schussman, pastors Sunday: 8:45 a.m. Prayer Meeting; 9 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship; 9:30 a.m. 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 p.m. every Wednesday.

EL SALEM BAPTIST/TWIN FALLS CHRISTIAN CENTER, Dresser, Darryl R. Olson, pastor Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday school; 10:35 a.m. Worship; 6 p.m. Sunday evening.

Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bible Study.

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

Holy Communion 2nd and 3rd Sundays.

Council 3rd Tuesday at 6 p.m.

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 a.m. Sunday worship; Communion first and last Sunday.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. J.A.M. (Jesus & Me).

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

Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 p.m.

Mission Quilting Tuesdays 9 a.m.

Wednesday evening service 7:15-7:45 p.m.

FIRST LUTHERAN, 240 Elm St., Amery Tim Bjorge, pastor Wednesday, Apr. 3: 6 p.m. Supper Served by Men in Mission; 7 p.m. Worship.

Thursday, Apr. 4: 8 a.m. Bible Study; 8:30 a.m. Quilters; 7 p.m. Al Anon.

Saturday, Apr. 6: 8:30 a.m. WELCA Day of Renewal at Bone Lake Lutheran.

Sunday, Apr. 7: 9 a.m. Worship; 10:15 a.m. Sunday School, Choir.

Tuesday, Apr. 9: 7:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study; 8:30 a.m.

Property; 9 a.m.-6 p.m. WIC Clinic; 10 a.m. Church in Society; 11 a.m. Pastor at Evergreen; 6:30 p.m Worship.

FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Wednesday, Apr. 3: 6 p.m. Supper; 7 p.m. Lenten Service.

Thursday, Apr. 4: 1 p.m. Afternoon Stars Circle at Church.

Saturday, Apr. 6: 7 a.m. Men’s Bible Study.

Sunday, Apr. 7: 8:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship with Communion; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship; 9:40 a.m. Sunday School; 10 a.m. Traditional Worship with Communion; 11 a.m.

Fellowship, First Communion Class; 6-8 p.m. Knotty Pine 4-H Meeting; 7 p.m. Choir Practice.

Monday, Apr. 8: 10 a.m. Staff Meeting; 3 p.m. Service at Golden Age Manor.

Tuesday, Apr. 9: 9 a.m. Quilting, Pastor at Clergy Meeting.

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

FOREST UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Worship.

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

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

GRACE LUTHERAN - WELS, 460 4th St., Clear Lake, Ellery W. Groth, pastor 715-491-4330 Sunday: 10:15 a.m. Worship.

Wednesday: 5 p.m. Lenten Supper; 5:45 p.m. Service.

Thursday: 10 a.m. Bible Class.

HOLY TRINITY ORTHODOX, 511 1st St., Clayton, 715-948-2493 htoc@amerytel.net Chris Wojcik, pastor Sundays: 9:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy.

HOLY TRINITY UNITED METHODIST, 1606 165th Ave., Centuria, on CTH I between Balsam Lake and Centuria Freddie Kirk, pastor Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Worship.

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

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Family Christian Education; 7:30 p.m. Confirmation.

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

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Family Christian Education; 7:30 p.m. Confirmation.

JOURNEY CHURCH, 131 Broadway St., Amery Derek Downs, Lead Pastor 715-268-2223 www.journeychurch.city

FIRST OF MONTH

The Wasteland

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odern culture has sometimes been described as a wasteland. Ancient values have been turned on their head by many aspects of modern societies. Thriftiness and frugality can’t compete with the flashiness of conspicuous consumption. Humility and modesty are overshadowed by various forms of pride, vanity and shamelessness. Think of all the ways that our modern world actually promotes the seven deadly sins (pride, greed, lust, envy, gluttony, wrath and sloth). Television and the internet are full of images and depictions of sex and violence that would have shocked the sensibility of most people a few years ago. Cole Porter’s lyrics “Turn my eyes away from in the song “Anything Goes” are more apt worthless things; preserve my today than ever: “In olden days, a glimpse life according to your word.” of stocking was looked on as something Psalm 119:37 NIV shocking. But now, God knows, anything goes.” It is worth remembering that we can’t un-see or un-hear things we’ve seen and heard, and that violence, pornography and the like seep into our souls when we are exposed to them. We may live in a veritable wasteland, but we do well to guard our eyes, our ears, and our minds and not let the wasteland gain entrance to our most cherished possession, our souls. Spiritual people must live in the world, but not be of this world.

–Christopher Simon

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Every Sunday: 9 a.m. Worship Service; 10:30-11:30 a.m. All Ages Sunday School.

2nd Sunday of the Month: 6-7 p.m. Praise and Prayer Night.

3rd Sunday of the Month: 4 p.m. Journey Women.

Mondays: 1:30-2:30 p.m. Moms in Prayer (Moms who gather together each week to pray for our schools and children).

Wednesdays (when school is in session): 5:45-6:15 p.m.

Free Family Meal; 6:15-7:30 p.m. Kids Club (Kids Club is a place wher eyou get to experience the excitement of worshipping God with songs, games and a Bible study with your friends!); 6:15-7:30 p.m. DW Youth Group (Meets in the Teen Center Building. For students in grades 6-12. Real life topics... real life answers! Invite your friends!)

Saturdays: 7 a.m. Men’s Bible Study (Meets in the Teen Center).

LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN, 1272 44th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, Apr. 3: 5-6:30 p.m. Lenten Supper at Deronda; 6 p.m. JAM, Faith 5 Bible Study for Confirmation Students and Adults; 7 p.m. Lenten Service with Pastor Dorothy Sandal; 8 p.m. NUIC Choir Rehearsal.

Thursday, Apr. 4: 9 a.m. Deronda Quilting, Little Falls Quilting.

Saturday, Apr. 6: 8:30 a.m. Apple River Conference WELCA Spring Day of Renewal at Bone Lake Lutheran in Luck; 10 a.m. Ukulele Circle at Amery Spring Show.

Sunday, Apr. 7: Holy Communion; 8 a.m. Deronda Worship; 9:30 a.m. Little Falls Worship; 11 a.m. Trinity Worship.

Tuesday, Apr. 9: 9 a.m. Little Falls Quilting, Parish Staff Meeting at Trinity; 7 p.m. Church Councils Meet at Deronda.

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

LIVING WORD CHAPEL, Hwy 64 at Forest Randy Dean, pastor Sunday: 8:45-9:45 a.m. Sunday school; 10 am. Main service.

Wednesday: 7:30 pm. Adults and Teen Ministry.

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

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

Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 p.m.

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

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

Tuesday: 6:30 p.m. Prayer.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Youth.

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

Wednesday Night Prayer.

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

OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN, 217 Deronda St., Amery Keith Ruehlow, pastor Wednesday, Apr. 3: 12 p.m. TableTalk Men; 3:30 p.m. Faith ’n’ Fun Luau; 5 p.m. Lenten Soup Supper; 6 p.m. Evening Prayer; 6:30 p.m. Lenten Worship, Youth Group; 7:15 p.m.

Choir Practice.

Thursday, Apr. 4: 8:30 a.m. Bible Study.

Sunday, Apr. 7: 9 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion; 10:15 a.m. Monthly Mission-Kindness; 10:30 a.m. Passion of Christ Study; 2:30 p.m. LaCour Piano Recital.

Tuesday, Apr. 9: 1 p.m. Quilting.

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

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

REDEEMER LUTHERAN, 600 S. Keller Ave., Amery Tom Hahn, pastor Wednesday, Apr. 3: 9:30 a.m. Ladies Aid; 5:30 p.m. Confirmation, Soup Supper; 7 p.m. Lenten Service; 7:45 p.m. Choir Practice.

Sunday, Apr. 7: 9:30 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion; 9:30 a.m. Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship.

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

Wednesday nights: 6:30-7:30 p.m. 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 a.m. Sunday school; 10:15 a.m. Worship.

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

Morning Prayer 2nd and 4th Sunday at 10:15 ST. CROIX UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP, 201 N. Adams, St. Croix Falls www.scuuf.org Sunday: 10 a.m. First three Sundays.

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

Mass: 8 a.m. Thursday.

Mass: 10:30 a.m. Sunday.

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC, 1050 Keller Ave. N, Amery Father Eugene Murphy • 715-268-7717 • stjosephamery.org Tuesday, Apr. 2-Tuesday, Apr. 9: Fr. Gene on Vacation.

Wednesday, Apr. 3: 9 a.m. Communion Service instead of Mass.

Thursday, Apr. 4: 6:30 p.m. GriefShare Meeting.

Friday, Apr. 5: 4:30-7 p.m. KC Fish Fry; 5:30 p.m. Stations of the Cross.

Monday, Apr. 8: 12 p.m. Ladies Lunch at Village Pizzeria.

Tuesday, Apr. 9: Chrism Mass at Superior; 6 p.m. Parish Council Meeting.

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor Wednesday, Apr. 3: 7 p.m. 4th Midweek Lenten Service.

Friday, Apr. 5-Saturday, Apr. 6: Pastor’s Day Off. Sunday, Apr. 7: 8 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion; 9 a.m. Fellowship.

Tuesday, Apr. 9: 1 p.m. Bible Study.

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor Wednesday, Apr. 3: 4th Midweek Lenten Service at St. John’s.

Friday, Apr. 5-Saturday, Apr. 6: Pastor’s Day Off. Sunday, Apr. 7: 8:45 a.m. Sunday School; 9 a.m. Fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion; 10:30 a.m.

Ladies Meet.

Monday, Apr. 8: Pastor Visiting Shut-Ins. Tuesday, Apr. 9: 6:30 p.m. 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 a.m.; Church 11 a.m.

Midweek Service: Wednesday 7 p.m. Call Head Elder for location in winter months.

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS (Mormons), 644 S. 6th St., Barron Chapel 715-537-3679 Bishop Kenneth Konesky 715-719-0283 Sunday: Sacrament 10 a.m.; Sunday School/Primary 11:20 a.m.; Priesthood/Relief Society 12:10 p.m.

TRINITY LUTHERAN of Garfield, 1578 85th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577

Wednesday, Apr. 3: 5-6:30 p.m. Lenten Supper at Deronda; 6 p.m. JAM, Faith 5 Bible Study for Confirmation Students and Adults; 7 p.m. Lenten Service with Pastor Dorothy Sandal; 8 p.m. NUIC Choir Rehearsal.

Thursday, Apr. 4: 9 a.m. Deronda Quilting, Little Falls Quilting.

Saturday, Apr. 6: 8:30 a.m. Apple River Conference WELCA Spring Day of Renewal at Bone Lake Lutheran in Luck; 10 a.m. Ukulele Circle at Amery Spring Show.

Sunday, Apr. 7: Holy Communion; 8 a.m. Deronda Worship; 9:30 a.m. Little Falls Worship; 11 a.m. Trinity Worship.

Tuesday, Apr. 9: 9 a.m. Little Falls Quilting, Parish Staff Meeting at Trinity; 7 p.m. Church Councils Meet at Deronda.

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

UNITED COVENANT, 348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake Dan Pearson, pastor Wednesday, Apr. 3: 5:30 p.m. All Church Supper; 6 p.m.

CREW, Adult Study; Kid’s Blast Derby Car Prep Night; 7 p.m.

Worship Practice T-1.

Thursday, Apr. 4: 9:30 a.m. Mission Stitchers at Ridgeview with Potluck Lunch.

Friday, Apr. 5-Saturday, Apr. 6: M.O.V.E. Sunday, Apr. 7: 8:45 a.m. Sunday School, Confirmation; 9:30 a.m. Worship Practice T-1; 10 a.m. Worship Service with Holy Communion; Choir Practice Following Service.

Monday, Apr. 8: 6 p.m. Leadership Team Meeting.

Tuesday, Apr. 9: 8 a.m. Sweet Hour of Prayer; 9:15 a.m.

Women’s Bible Study at Church; 7 p.m. HEARTS Support Group.

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

Glenwood City UMC: 9:45 a.m. Worship with Sunday School.

Downing UMC: 11 a.m. Worship with Sunday School.

WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, ELCA, 447 180th St., Osceola, Rexford D. Brandt, pastor Wednesday, Apr. 3: 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Good Enough Construction Company; 1 p.m. Psalmodikon; 5 p.m. Soup/Sandwich Supper; 5:30-6:45 p.m. Confirmation-8th Grade Only; 6 p.m.

Choir Practice; 7 p.m. Lenten Worship.

Sunday, Apr. 7: Confirmation Sunday; 8 a.m. Worship; 9 a.m. Confirmation Pictures, Fellowship; 9:15 a.m. Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Worship/Confirmation.

Monday, Apr. 8: 9 a.m. Fellowship Breakfast-AIM at Not Justa Cafe in New Richmond.

Tuesday, Apr. 9: 11 a.m. Ruth Circle.

WORD OF LIFE FELLOWSHIP, Clear Lake Patricia and Harlen Wienke, pastors Sunday: 10 a.m. Worship.

Tuesday: 9 a.m. Healing Rooms by appointment.

Wednesday: 7 p.m. Adult Bible Study.

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St. Joseph Catholic Church, Amery

LENTEN FISH FRY Fridays March 22, 29 & April 5 4:30-7 p.m. or until out Adults $10, adults 65 and older $9, children 6-12 yrs. $5, under 5 free with a max. $35/family!

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

SUBMITTED

“Circle Unbroken” Concert Join us at the Amery Free Lutheran Church for a “Circle Unbroken” Concert on Saturday, April at 7 p.m. Circle Unbroken–The Borstad Family is a Gospel singing group formed in 2011. Two brothers, Mike and Tim, have performed music together since childhood in the 1960s. They are joined by Tim’s children. Nathan Borstad, a CPA with the State of Wisconsin; Levi Borstad, owner and operator of the Barron Bakery; and Anna (Borstad) Gilbert, a RN at Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire. Mike Borstad is a retired missionary and teaches Spanish part time.

Tim is a retired teacher. The group sings to bring glory to God, to share the Gospel story, and to lead others in worship.

Amery Free Lutheran is located 2 miles west of Hwy 46 on County Road F.

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OBITUARIES

Kerwin Erickson

Gerald W. Gravelle

Sheryl L. Barnier

Kerwin Erickson, age 94 of Amery, Wisconsin passed away on Thursday, March 28, 2019 at the Amery Hospital.

Kerwin was born on June 22, 1924 in the Hennepin C County Hospital in Minnea apolis, MN to Carl and Ruby ((Vaughn) Erickson. The ffamily moved to Wisconssin when Kerwin was 18 m months old, to a farm in the G Goose Lake area in Polk C County. He lived there for 118 years and attended the G Goose Lake Grade School, w was baptized and confirmed at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Amery, and attended Balsam Lake High School. Kerwin went on to take a machinist course from the National Youth Administration and went to work in Racine, WI in a defense plant. He entered military service in WWII as a member of the Army, serving in Africa and Europe. He was awarded 3 purple hearts, the European, African, Middle Eastern Campaign Medals with 4 Battle Stars and the Bronze star. Kerwin received an Honorable Discharge from the service in 1945. He was a member of the VFW and the American Legion.

Kerwin attended school for four years to become an electrician, and worked in this occupation for 50 years.

On November 17, 1946 he married Helen Mickelson in Taylors Falls, MN. They have two daughters, Ardys (Gary) Emerson and Annette (Barry) Peterson.

Kerwin was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Stanley, Clarence and Milton.

He is survived by his loving wife of 72 years, Helen; daughters, Ardys and Annette; sons in law, Gary Emerson and Barry Peterson; grandchildren, Shelly (Richard) McNitt, Scott (Tracy) Emerson and Alex Peterson, and great grandchildren, Abby and Brendan McNitt and Alexis and Trinity Emerson.

Funeral services will take place at 2:00 pm on Tuesday, April 2, 2019 at the Little Falls Lutheran Church in rural Amery. A visitation will be held the hour prior to the service at the church. Burial with Military Honors will take place at the Amery Cemetery.

To sign an online guest book please visit www.williamsonwhite.com. Arrangements were made with the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Amery.

Gerald W. Gravelle, age 61 of Deer Park, WI, died peacefully at his home surrounded by his family, friends and loving wife on Friday, March 22, 2019 a after a 4 month battle with c cancer.

Gerald William Gravelle w was born on February 3, 11958 in St. Paul, MN, the sson of William & Judith ((Plummer) Anderson. He g grew up in the Highland P Park area of St. Paul and a attended school there. In 11977, Jerry joined the U.S. A Air Force and served in G Guam as an Electrical Production Specialist. He was honorably discharged in 1978, returned to Minnesota and made his home in Inver Grove Heights. During this time, Jerry worked with his family as a mechanic and press operator. He later owned and operated his own Auto Repair and Restoration business together with Jody Weiss in St. Paul Park, MN. They later moved that business to Turtle Lake, WI until 2008 when Jerry couldn’t work any more due to his deteriorating health. Together they moved to Amery, WI and eventually settled in Deer Park in 2014. In his spare time, Jerry enjoyed racing cars, restoring automobiles, and woodworking.

He will be sorely missed by all that knew and loved him.

Jerry is proceeded in death by his father, William Anderson; and sister Kathleen Gravelle.

He is survived by his wife, Jody Gravelle - Deer Park, WI; mother, Judith (Dave) Gravelle - Lindstrom, MN; children, Nichole Weiss - Houlton, WI, Randy Dahl - New Richmond, WI, Mitchell Aguirre - Woodville, WI, Jerald Gravelle - Detroit, MI, Jon Gravelle - Detroit, MI, Samanatha LaBelle - Detroit, MI; grandchildren, McKenzie, Raeannin, Anthony, Leelila, Novalee, & Loki; sisters and brothers, Kimberly Gravelle, Kari (Mike) Christiansen, Lisa Anderson, Bart (Sarah) Anderson, & Brandon Anderson; and loving relatives and friends.

There will be a Celebration of Jerry’s Life at a later date.

Interment at at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis, MN with full Military Honors.

Scheuermann Funeral Home and Cremation Services are handling the arrangements. www.clearlakefuneralhome.com.

Sheryl L. Barnier, age 64 of North Branch passed away on Thursday, March 28, 2019 at St. John’s North East Hospital in Maplewood.

Sheryl was born on Februa ary 11, 1955 in Forest Lake tto parents, Darwin and C Carol (Eichstadt) Osterloh.

She attended Forest Lake S Schools and graduated in 11973. Sheryl worked for B Barzen International in Stacy and later for Aspen E Employment Services. Shery yl married Mike Barnier on S September 7, 1974 at Faith Lutheran Church in Forest Lake. She loved her flowers, reading, pottery and time fishing. She also loved the occasional trip to the casino but most of all she loved spending time with her family.

Sheryl is survived by her husband Mike; sons, Dan (Kathy Kittelson) Barnier of North Branch and Travis (Misty) Barnier of Henderson, NV, her mother, Carol Osterloh of Balsam Lake, WI and her sister, Sandy Mattson of Balsam Lake, WI; her three grandchildren, Lexi, Austin and Courtney and her great grandson, Tanner. She is preceded in death by her father, Darwin, daughter, Michelle in 2013 and her brother Keven.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the family.

Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 6, 2019 at Grandstrand Funeral Home in North Branch with Rev. Dwight Rudquist officiating. Visitation will take place one hour prior to the service at the funeral home on Saturday. Family interment will take place at a later date.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Grandstrand Funeral Home in North Branch.

Condolences maybe expressed online at www. grandstrandfh.com

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Paul V. “Sam” Henrikson Paul V. “Sam” Henrikson, age 80 of Shoreview, MN, passed away Sunday, March 31. Born in Alden Township, Polk County, WI on September 11, 1938.

Paul attended a 1 room sschool through grade 8 iin Little Falls, WI. Paul g graduated high school in A Amery, WI where he was a 4 sport athlete, and Valedicttorian of the Class of 1956.

G Growing up, he worked at tthe family general store iin Little Falls, hand-packiing ice cream and slicing m meat, while listening to c customers share stores.

Paul received his Electrical Engineering degree from South Dakota State University. He served his country for 3 years in the Army, stationed in Germany. Paul was employed by Control Data, Empros and Siemens.

He was an accomplished bowler, golfer and softball player, staying active all his life. In retirement, Paul was an avid researcher of family history and a church volunteer.

Preceded in death by his father, Carl.

Survived by mother, Edna (nee Elden); wife of 53 years, Virginia (nee Freitag); daughters, Debra (Troy) Pederson and Michelle Henrikson; grandchildren, Julia and Lucas Pederson, Kristin and Henry Mahnke, and their father, Tim Mahnke; brother, Don (Karen); sisters, Diane (Vernon) Peterson, Shirley Rosenbush, Jan (OJ) Aune, Nancy (Geoff) Timm, Lynn (Paul) Lindholm; brother-in-law, Jerry Freitag; sister-in-law, Geneva Phelps, and many nieces and nephews.

Memorial Service 11:00 AM Friday, April 5 at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, 3920 Victoria St. N., Shoreview (visitation 10:00 - 11:00 AM). Burial 3:00 PM in Little Falls, WI.

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Gardening for Butterflies, Hummingbirds and Bees: Learn to attract common local butterflies and hummingbirds to your yard and garden. Class will also cover bees species and learning how to make your own Mason Bee house. May 2 from 6-8 p. Fee $9, pre-register with Community Ed

AMERY COMMUNITY EDUCATION The catalog is available at the Amery and Deer Park public libraries and all 4 schools. Pre-register for all classes through Amery Community Ed online at www. amerysd.k12.wi.us or by calling 715-268-9771 x220 unless the class description indicates otherwise.

Cool Creator Robotics for grades 4-6. Develop STEM skills by building and programming a robot. Mondays.

April 8 - May 6 after school until 5:30 p. Fee $79 per student. Pre-register with Community Ed Introduction to Piano for Youth AND/OR Adults: 6 Tuesdays; April 9, 16, 23, 30, May 7 & 14. 30-minute time slots available 4:15 or 4:45 or 5:15 or 5:45 or 6:15 or 6:45 pm. Register by calling Community Ed (715-268-9771 x220) to sign up for a specific time slot. Online registration is not available. Youth must be accompanied to class by a parent or guardian. Fee $89.

Mike Lynch WI Starwatch Party: We will begin with an indoor orientation followed by quality time outside using some amazing telescopes that are among the biggest mobile telescopes in the upper Midwest. Get close up views of the moon, star clusters, nebulae, galaxies and other wonders in our early spring skies. If it's cloudy, you will still learn a lot, have a great time and get a Mike Lynch “Cloud Check” for a future Starwatch Class.

Friday, April 12 from 8-10 p. Adult fee $14; Youth age

Five Steps to Boost Metabolism: Discover which foods and beverages cause you to store weight and which help you lose it. Get back on track with real food to shed those pounds and regain your energy. April 16 from 6:308 p with a Nutrition Educator from Nutritional Weight & Wellness (weightandwellness.com). Fee $19, pre-register with Community Ed. Vegetable Container Gardening: Learn which vegetables can be grown in pots as small as 6", in hanging baskets, and in large containers. You can grow many vegetables, from lettuce to sweet corn, in the right size containers with little or no work. April 25 from 6-8 p. Fee $9, pre-register with Community Ed. Glass Mosaic Window: Be the first to make this NEW Mosaic Glass Window project! Your window will be 20"x24" and resemble a stained glass window, but it will take less time and be easier than traditional glass soldering. Find design ideas online, come up with your own, or use ideas provided by the instructor. A large selection of beautiful, colorful glass will be available. May 1 & 8 from 5:30-8:30 p. Fee $35 to Community Ed, pre-register. Supply fee to instructor at class $38, includes window, glass & all supplies.

Eating to Reduce Pain & Inflammation: Are muscle spasms, leg cramps or back pain causing you to rely on over-the-counter pain medications? Learn which foods cause aches and pains and which foods reduce inflammation. Simple nutrition changes can help you manage your pain. May 7 from 6:30-8 p with a Nutrition Educator from Nutritional Weight & Wellness (weightandwellness.com). Fee $19, pre-register with Community Ed. Quilter's Bus Tour to the 2019 Annual MQ Quilt Show & Conference: Join us for a 2-day adventure to the 41st Annual MQ Quilt Show in Rochester with fun stops along the way. June 14-15, only $155 per person includes: full-time host Twila (quilting enthusiast!); motor coach with WIFI, DVD player and restrooms; Friday evening dinner at the Four Daughters Vineyard & Winery; snacks on the bus; continental breakfast; double occupancy accommodations for 1 night; the MN Quilters Annual Quilt Show; visits to Pine Needles Quilt & Sew and Eagle Creek Quilt Shop; door prizes, treats & quilting fun! For full details or to register, visit Amery Community Ed online or call 715-268-9771 x220.

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CHEX MIX NIBBLERS Melt in 9x13” baking pan: 6 T. butter Combine with the butter: 2 T. Worcestershire sauce 1-1/2 tsp. seasoned salt (less if you want) 3/4 tsp. garlic powder 1/2 tsp. onion powder Add, stir and coat all: 2-1/3 c. of each – Corn Chex, Rice Chex, Wheat Chex 1 c. mixed nuts (or nuts of your choice) 1 c. small pretzels Bake at 250˚ for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes.

Spread out on absorbent toweling to cool. Store in airtight container.

This easy recipe is made in jiffy time. It’s nutritious, too, but no needs to know that when you serve it. It’s made in your skillet. You will need 1 cup cooked long grain rice so it’s perfect when you have some left-over rice to use.

BLACK BEANS AND RICE SKILLET Sauté until tender in sprayed skillet: 1 medium onion, chopped 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped 1 medium sweet bell pepper, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 tsp. dried basil 1/4 tsp. pepper Stir in: 1 T. tomato sauce Add and combine: 1 can (16 oz.) black beans, rinsed and drained 1 c. cooked long grain rice 1 T. cider vinegar Heat mixture until hot and simmering.

Put into serving bowl and sprinkle on top: 1/4 c. shredded cheddar cheese Serves 3-4.

1 tsp. salt Add and combine until well mixed: 1 can (15-1/4 oz.) fruit cocktail with the juice 1 egg, beaten Pour into a greased/sprayed 9” square baking pan.

Combine and sprinkle on top of the batter: 1/2 c. brown sugar 1/2 c. chopped walnuts Bake at 350˚ for 30-35 minutes or until done (toothpick test). Serve warm or room temp. Add whipped cream/topping on top when serving or a scoop of ice cream, if desired. If you cannot eat nuts, add some mini chocolate or other flavored chips or raisins, etc.

This dessert can be varied by the flavor of gelatin used. You can make it and eat it without refrigerating oryou can make ahead, too. It’s one of those last-minute desserts when needed.

COTTAGE CHEESE FLUFF Combine in larger bowl: 1 c. (8 oz.) small-curd cottage cheese 1 pkg. (3 oz.) gelatin (any flavor you want) Stir in: 1 can (11 oz.) mandarin oranges, drained 1 c. unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained 1/2 c. chopped pecans When ready to serve, fold in: 1 carton (8 oz.) frozen whipped topping, thawed Serves 6-8. Hint: You can use other fruits of your choice for variations, too, so you can vary the taste with the gelatin and choices of fruit.

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Bake at 350˚ for 45 minutes or until done (toothpick test). Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then remove to wire rack to cool. Makes 20 ham and cheese cups.

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AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY *Yoga for Kids (Special Program!)*: Saturday, April 13 (10-11 am). Grades K+. Local instructor Soon Guenther will have kids stretching, moving, and having fun with yoga poses in this FREE program for kids! Yoga mats are provided for use in the program. Please register (call or visit amerylibrary.org/kids). teens@4: April 16 (4-5/5:30 pm). Grades 6-12. Hang out, have a snack, and do a different activity each month! Please register (call or visit amerylibrary.org/teens).

Book Club for Kids: April 18 (3:45-4:45 pm). Grades 4-5. Discuss the book Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets by JK Rowling, have a snack, and do an activity. Please read the book prior to attending book club so that it's fresh in your mind. We will stick to discussing the first two books; no spoilers for those who haven't read the others. Copies of the book are available now at the library! Ask us for one when you register. Registration required (call or visit amerylibrary.org/kids).

Homeschool Club: April 12 (9:30-11:30 am). Storytime and craft from 9:30-10:30 for kids. Book discussion 10:30-11:30 for tweens and teens (please read either Hoot by Carl Hiaasen or The Tiger Rising by Kate DiCamillo prior to book club). Open to all homeschool families.

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1,000 Books Before Kindergarten and Baby Book Bees These ongoing early literacy initiatives encourage families to establish a strong foundation of reading in young children. Visit the library to sign up for the program that is right for your child.

Books & Brews: Thursday, April 4th, 6 PM at Amery Ale Works: Join us for a great book discussion! This month we're reading The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara Kingsolver. Copies available at the library.

Wisconsin State Parks: Thursday, April 11th, 5:30 - 7 PM at the Amery Area Public Library. The impressive bluffs, valleys, waterfalls and lakes of Wisconsin's state parks provide more than beautiful scenery and recreational opportunities. They are windows into the distant past, offering clues to the dramatic events that have shaped the land over billions of years. Author Scott Spoolman will speak about our great State Parks and his book of the same name. There will be time for Q & A afterwards and some geology-themed treats! FREE EVENT, NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED!

Family Storytime: Wednesday mornings (10:30 am). Family event.

Books, songs, movement activities, and a craft! Come on in and join the fun! Drop-in program.

Tech for Seniors: Staying Independent Longer: Tuesday, April 16th, 10:30 - 11:30 AM at the Amery Area Public Library. Learn how seniors can incorporate technology into their lives to stay independent longer. Taught by Barb Kreuger, Library Director of Deer Park Public Library. FREE CLASS, NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED!

No School Day: April 19 (10-11:30 am). All ages. Come to the library on your day off from school and play with some PlayDoh! What will you create with this fun building

Third Thursday Crafting: Thursday, April 18th, 5:30 - 7 PM at the Amery Area Public Library. Join us for another round of Wood Sign Painting! The class is FREE but you must

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Decoding Dementia: Friday, April 26th, 1:30-2:30 PM at the Amery Area Public Library.

Join us to explore how communication takes place when someone has Alzheimer's, learn to decode the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia, and identify strategies to help you connect and communicate at each stage of the disease. FREE, no registration required.

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 April is The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah.

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.

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Amery Warriors had five of the eight wrestlers place at the 2019 WWF Kids State Folkstyle State Championships. The tournament was held on Friday and Saturday March 22nd & 23rd, 2019 at the Veterans Memorial Coliseum (Alliant Energy Center) located in Madison, WI. Wyatt Christian placed 2nd Grant Cook placed 5th Wyatt Ingham placed 2nd Koy Hopke placed 1st Westin Ingham placed 4th Dominic Leintz State Champion at 100lbs for Clear Lake.

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Amery Soccer 4-4 vs. Somerset

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4-6 Quad @ Baldwin-Woodville

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Clayton/Turtle Lake Baseball 4-4 vs. Luck-Frederic @ Luck

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Clear Lake Baseball 4-4 @ Flambeau 4-5 vs. Lake Holcombe/Cornell @ Cornell 4-8 vs. Bruce

Clear Lake Softball 4-4 @ Flambeau 4-5 vs. Lake Holcombe/Cornell Site TBD 4-5 vs. Webster/Siren 4-8 vs. Bruce

Clear Lake Track 4-9 @ Baldwin-Woodville Invite

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Wrestlers compete at Youth Folkstyle State Tourney

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Amery soccer ties Osceola Yelich powers Brewers to dramatic 5-4 win over Cardinals in first day outside

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The Amery girls’ soccer team opened its 2019 season on March 28 with a 1-1 tie in a road contest with Osceola.

“We were very excited to start our 2019 season,” said Amery Coach Melissa Hanson. “It was the first time we were outside on the field this year, so there was a lot of experimenting with our team formation.”

In an evenly-matched game from start to finish, the Warriors took the

lead in the 29th minute on a goal by sophomore Hannah Bottolfson that was assisted by junior Libby Braaten.

Then, after multiple opportunities for both teams, Osceola responded to tie the game in the 81st minute.

Amery’s sophomore goalkeeper, Emilie Koenig, made four saves in her first varsity start.

Note: Amery also tied Osceola in a junior varsity mini game, 0-0, with Chloe Keller earning a shutout in the Warrior goal.

BY JOE TOTORAITIS ASSOCIATED PRESS

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Christian Yelich hit his fourth homer in the first inning and a two-run double in the ninth, leading the Milwaukee Brewers to a dramatic 5-4 win over the St. Louis Cardinals on Sunday.

Ben Gamel led off the ninth with a pinch-hit double and advanced on Lorenzo Cain’s infield single off reliever Jordan Hicks’ glove. Yelich then hit a liner into the gap in left-center, driving in Gamel and Cain.

Yelich began his day with a long drive into the second deck in right against Michael Wacha, tying the major league record for homers in consecutive games to start a season.

He also became the first player to win the MVP award and then homer in his first four games of the next season.

Paul Goldschmidt, Matt Carpenter and Paul DeJong homered for St. Louis, but Hicks (0-1) blew his first save opportunity of the season. Wacha struck out seven while pitching six innings of one-run ball.

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ARNELL MEMORIAL HUMANE SOCIETY Jett is an 11 year old, 20 pound Pomeranian mix. He is a happy dog with a perky attitude. He likes everyone.

A happier little dog you will not find. Jett likes to go for walks and to be the life of the party. He is an amazing companion for just about anyone but would make a fantastic companion for a Senior who likes to have a walking partner or visiting folks at a nursing home. He loves treats and snuggling. Come to meet him and fall in love.

Also available for adoption: Lucy is a two year old Patterdale Terrier. She is medium size - about the size of a Cocker Spaniel. Lucy has a shiny Black coat and a 2/3 docked tail that is recommended for the Patterdale breed. Their personality is similar to a Jack Russell Terrier in that they are rodent managers - always looking for underground intruders. Because of her breed behavior, Lucy should not go to a home with cats. She is housetrained, loving and knows some commands.

She likes to snuggle up in your lap if she can.

Annie is a two year old medium sized Terrier mix.

Her coat is mostly black with faint brindle colors on her legs and hind quarters. Annie is a smart dog who will learn new lessons easily. In a foster home, she was good with cats, dogs and small children. Annie is house trained and will make a great addition to almost any home. She is beyond that puppy stage and ready for the world.

Smokey is a 2 year old Australian Shepherd mix.

He is 65 pounds of Aussie energy. Smokey is a very happy, outgoing dog. He will do best with a job to keep him busy or a human who needs a running partner.

This guy needs to stay busy. He knows sit, shake, and down. He would do well with older children. He plays nicely with other dogs his size, is crate and house

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trained.

If a cat is your desire, we are featuring one black and four browns this week. Challa is a one year old neutered male with a shiny, Black coat with golden yellow eyes. He is playful and sometimes gets carried

away in the moment. With his adventurous spirit, Challa is not enjoying life in a kennel. He dreams of having his own domain to prowl and inspect, keeping everything is tip top shape. We suspect that he would be an excellent mouser. Challa is an entertaining cat.

Kendra is Challa’s sister. She is also active but at a more average level. Kendra has a short, Brown Tabby coat and a shorter than average tail that stands up straight like a flagpole. She enjoys being up high (and what cat doesn’t), checking everything out in detail.

Kendra is playful with feather toys and strings. I’m sure she could easily make a game out of your dust bunnies. Kendra is just one of our four Brown Tabby females.

Penny and Kip are two year old spayed females with shorthair. Penny has white mittens, bib and a blaze between her eyes, while Kip is a straight ahead Brown Tabby. They both enjoy their freedom and embellished feline quirks that are called personality in the cat world. After a stroll of the house, they will choose the best place for an afternoon nap or curl up in your lap.

Janika is a 7 month old spayed female. She has a short, Brown Tabby coat with golden yellow eyes. In her previous home she lived with young children and another cat. She also enjoyed the company of a visiting Black Lab mix. Janika is gentle player. She rolls around on her back asking for belly rubs. Visit all of our adoptable pets online: ARNELLHUMANE.ORG or at the shelter, 12 – 5 pm, Monday – Friday, 12 – 4pm Saturday. 185 Griffin St, Amery 715 268-7387

SELF HELP GROUPS Ad Advance Directive Di ti W Workshop. k h Who Wh would ld make k 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 715-822-8422 d lleave 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.

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.

F Farm C Crisis. i i Information I f ti on financial, i l mental t l health, h lth 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

off homeschool h h l ffamilies ili in i Polk P lk County, C t Wisconsin.

Wi i W 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. Old Chapel, Lake Wapogasset Lutheran Bible Camp, 7 p.m., Tuesdays.

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AMERY SCHOOLS Wednesday, Apr. 3â&#x20AC;&#x201C; K-12 Breakfast: Frittata Wrap, Yogurt Parfait, Cereal, Grahams, Fruit Choices.

Elementary School Lunch: Cheesy Bites, Chicken Noodle Soup, Steamed Broccoli, Fruit Choices, Garden Bar, Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich.

Intermediate School Lunch: New! Chicken nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Waffles, Mini Corn Dogs, Baked Beans, Strawberries and Cream, Fruit Choices, Garden Bar, Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich, Chef Salad.

Middle School Lunch: New! Chicken nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Waffles, Corn Dog, Baked Beans, Strawberries and Cream, Fruit Choices, Garden Bar, Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich.

High School Lunch: Cheese Ravioli Bake, Garlic Breadstick, Pizza Calzone, Marinara Sauce, California Blend Veggies, Mandarin Oranges, Garden Bar, Peanut Butter and Grape Jelly Sandwich, Yogurt Lunch, Spicy Chicken Salad.

Thursday, Apr. 4â&#x20AC;&#x201C; K-12 Breakfast: Bacon Egg Scramble, Assorted Bread, Cereal, String Cheese, Fruit Choices.

Elementary School Lunch: New! Chicken nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Waffles, Baked Beans, Strawberries and Cream, Fruit Choices, Garden Bar, Yogurt Lunch.

Intermediate School Lunch: New! Turkey Bacon Wrap with Chipotle Herb Dip, Chicken Patty on a Bun, Ranch Wedges, Fruit Choices, Garden Bar, Yogurt Lunch, Chef Salad.

Middle School Lunch: New! Turkey Bacon Wrap with Chipotle Herb Dip, Chicken Patty on a Bun, Spicy Chicken Patty on a Bun, Potato Wedges, Fruit Choices, Garden Bar, Yogurt Lunch.

High School Lunch: New! Philly Cheese Steak, Turkey Sandwich with Cheese, Chicken Noodle Soup, Steamed Broccoli, Peaches, Garden Bar, Peanut Butter and Grape Jelly Sandwich, Yogurt Lunch, Spicy Chicken Salad.

Friday, Apr. 5â&#x20AC;&#x201C; K-12 Breakfast: Mini Pancakes, Warrior Sandwich, Cereal, Grahams, Fruit Choices.

Elementary School Lunch: Pizza Dippers, Marinara Sauce, Mixed Veggies, Garden Bar, Sidekick Frozen Fruit, Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich.

Intermediate School Lunch: Pizza Dippers, Marinara Sauce, Cod Nuggets, Mixed Veggies, Garden Bar, Sidekick Frozen Fruit, Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich, Chef Salad.

Middle School Lunch: Pizza Dippers, Marinara Sauce, Meatball Sub, Mixed Veggies, Garden Bar, Sidekick Frozen Fruit, Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich.

High School Lunch: Pizza Dippers, Marinara Sauce, Meatball Sub, Mixed Veggies, Mixed Fruit, Garden Bar, Sidekick Frozen Fruit, Peanut Butter and Grape Jelly Sandwich, Yogurt Lunch, Spicy Chicken Salad.

Monday, Apr. 8â&#x20AC;&#x201C; K-12 Breakfast: Yogurt, Muffin, Breakfast Pizza, Cereal, Grahams, Fruit.

Elementary School Lunch: Italian Dunker, Marinara Sauce, Cooked Carrot Coins, Fruit Choices, Garden Bar, Ham and Cheese Sandwich.

Intermediate School Lunch: Italian Dunker, Marinara Sauce, Klements Bratwurst, Cooked Carrot Coins, Fruit Choices, Garden Bar, Ham and Cheese Sandwich, Chef Salad.

Middle School Lunch: Italian Dunker, Marinara Sauce, Kelments Bratwurst, Cooked Carrot Coins, Fruit Choices, Garden Bar, Ham and Cheese Sandwich.

High School Lunch: Italian Dunker, Marinara Sauce, Klements Bratwurst, Carrot Coins, Mandarin Oranges, Garden Bar, Peanut Butter and Grape Jelly Sandwich, Yogurt Lunch, Crispy Chicken Salad, Chocolate Chip Cookie.

Tuesday, Apr. 9â&#x20AC;&#x201C; K-12 Breakfast: Mini Donuts and Hard Boiled Egg, Lumberjack, Cereal, String Cheese, Fruit Choices.

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Elementary School Lunch: Mandarin Chicken, Brown Rice, Steamed Broccoli, Fruit Choices, Garden Bar, Chocolate Chip Cookie, Yogurt Lunch.

Intermediate School Lunch: Mandarin Chicken, Chicken Teriyaki, Brown Rice, Steamed Broccoli, Fruit Choices, Garden Bar, Yogurt Lunch, Chef Salad, Chocolate Chip Cookie.

Middle School Lunch: Mandarin Chicken, Chicken Teriyaki, Egg Roll, Brown Rice, Steamed Broccoli, Fruit Choices, Garden Bar, Chocolate Chip Cookie, Yogurt Lunch.

High School Lunch: Mandarin Chicken, Chicken Teriyaki, Brown Rice, Egg Roll, Steamed Broccoli, Pear Slices, Garden Bar, Peanut Butter and Grape Jelly Sandwich, Yogurt Lunch, Crispy Chicken Salad.

High school lunch: Sloppy Joe Or Grilled Chicken on a Bun, Curly Fries, Baked Beans, Pineapple, Blueberries, Juice, Milk Choice.

Friday, Apr. 5â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Elementary breakfast: Breakfast Cereal Or Donut Holes, Scrambled Eggs, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice.

Elementary lunch: Mini Corn Dogs Or Chef Salad, Macaroni & Cheese, Steamed Broccoli, Carrots With Dip, Applesauce, Milk.

High school breakfast: Cereal, Cheese Stick, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Gripzâ&#x20AC;? Graham Crackers, Biscuits and Gravy*, Nutri Grain Bar, Muffin, Sausage Links.

High school lunch: Mini Corn Dogs Or Fish Sticks Or Chef Salad, Macaroni & Cheese, Steamed Broccoli, Milk, Carrots With Dip, Grapes, Strawberries.

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CLEAR LAKE SCHOOLS Wednesday, Apr. 3â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Elementary breakfast: Breakfast Cereal & Cheese Stick Or Ham & Cheese Bagel Sandwich, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice.

Elementary lunch: Pizza Casserole and Breadstick Or Peanut Butter Sandwich, Garden Salad Bar, Sliced Apples, Milk Choice.

High school breakfast: Cereal, Yogurt, Muffin, Scooby Bone Crackers, Ham & Cheese Sandwich*, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Gripzâ&#x20AC;?

Graham Crackers.

High school lunch: Pizza Casserole Or Crispy Chicken Salad, Breadstick, Apples, Steamed Corn, Milk, Vegetables With Dip, Pears, Frozen Yogurt.

Thursday, Apr. 4â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Elementary breakfast: Breakfast Cereal Or Oatmeal, Fruit, Blueberry Or Chocolate Muffin, Fruit Juice, Milk Choice.

Elementary lunch: Sloppy Joe Or Grilled Chicken on a Bun, Tator Tots, Baked Beans, Mandarin Oranges, Milk Choice.

High school breakfast: Cereal, Cheese Omelet, Cereal Bar, Yogurt Muffin, PB & J â&#x20AC;&#x153;Uncrustableâ&#x20AC;?*, Oatmeal Bar.

Elementary breakfast: Breakfast Cereal Or Oatmeal, Pop Tart, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice.

Elementary lunch: Cheese Quesadilla Or Taco in a Bag, Fixings, Refried Beans, Mandarin Oranges, Slushie Fruit Cup, Milk Choice.

High school breakfast: Cereal, Cheese Stick, Pop Tart, Pancake, Sausage Stick, Cereal Bar, Yogurt.

High school lunch: Deluxe Nachos Or Quesadilla, Refried Beans, Fixings, Pineapple Tidbits, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jonny Popâ&#x20AC;? Fruit Bar, Juice, Milk Choice.

Tuesday, Apr. 9â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Elementary breakfast: Breakfast Cereal Or Mini Donuts, Cheese Omelet, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice.

Elementary lunch: Barbeque Riblet Or Chicken Patty on a Bun, Potato Smiles Or Au Gratin Potatoes, Green Beans, Sliced Peaches, Milk.

High school breakfast: Cereal, Cheese Omelet, Cheese Stick, Zee Zee Bar, Muffin, Little John Donut.

High school lunch: Barbeque Riblet Or Chicken Patty on a Bun, Baby Red Potatoes, Green Beans, Sliced Peaches, Grapes, Milk Choice.

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SUBMITTED

2019 Badger Boys/Girls delegates

10:30 a.m.

Rain or Shine KIDS 5TH GRADE AND YOUNGER

Special Kids Program Prizes Awarded • Hot Dog Lunch

East Lincoln Alliance Church

Amery High School is pleased to announce the 2019 Badger Boys/ Girls delegates. Christopher Lorsung will attend Badger Boys State June 8th -15th, 2019 at Ripon College. He is the son of Darcy and Rebecca Lorsung. Chloe Keller, daughter of Patrick and Bonnie Keller and Lydia Monson, daughter of Jay and BethAnn Monson will attend Badger Girls at UW-Oshkosh, June 16 - 21, 2019.

Designed to train future statesmen and women in the science of government both Badger Boys and Girls has grown to over 700 delegates yearly. Christopher, Chloe and Lydia are sponsored by Amery American Legion Post 169. Pictured (left to rightPast Commander Don Fansler, Chloe Keller, Christopher Lorsung, Lydia Monson, Commander Bill Hegg) Congratulations on being name our delegates to Badger State.

735 70th Ave., Amery www.eastlincolnalliance.com 715-268-2350 From Amery go east on Cty. Rd. F about 2 miles. Take a left on Cty. Rd. J. Church is at the bottom of the hill on your left.

Turtle Lake American Legion 320 S. Maple Street Turtle Lake

Sponsored by Donalds-Hylkema Post 137

SMELT FRY Saturday, April 13 4-8 p.m.

Adults $9 • Kids (12 & under) $4 Take outs available after 4:30 p.m. by calling 715-556-5664

Gone Out of Business

NEW FURNITURE AUCTION Sat., Apr. 6 • 11 am m Sun., Apr. 7 • 1 pm

(Inspection 1 hour prior) or)

OVER $100,000 worth of inventory

Economy Furniture of Rice ice Lake 2118 - 19th Street, Hwy 48 & 53 Rice Lake, WI 54868 Economy Furniture of Rice Lake has turned over all inventory to the Auction Company for liquidation!

Hundreds of items to be sold! Bring your truck or trailer!

Questions? 715-736-7300 Richard Sicheneder Registered WI Auctioneer #998-52 Inspection Daily 10 am - 6 pm

10% Buyers Fee • Check - Cash - Credit Card

Tuesday, April 23, the Amery Free Press will publish the annual

“Spring Edition” Anyone interested in advertising in this special edition please give Pam a call at 715-268-8101 or email phumpal@theameryfreepress.com Advertising deadline is Monday, April 15 AMERY

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Amery's Destination Imagination teams perform well at Regionals Seven teams competed at the rescheduled (due to weather) tournament held in Hudson. Two regions combined for

this tournament. Along with the St. Croix Valley Region, the West Central Region joined in for one very large

and very competitive day of problem solving, engineering, team work, and performance. Four Amery teams will

advance to the State Tournament held in Green Bay on Saturday, April 13.

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The Elementary Level team "The Warrior kids" who placed third and qualified for State was made up of James Densow, Chase Prindle, Jacob Stauner, Michael Clark, Elijah Fox, and Isaac Thayer. The coaches of this structural engineering challenge team were Matt Densow and Dayna Prindle. (Pictured left to right are Michael Clark, James Densow, Chase Prindle, Jacob Stauner, Elijah Fox and Isaac Thayer.)

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Also competing in the Improv challenge and earning a 3rd place and state qualifier was the High School team "The Stormy Knights." Team members were Rebecca Kegley, Lucy Curtis, Hannah Elmer, Megan Novak, Chase Jonns, Brandyl Harlander, and Torri Jonns. Coaching this team were Dawn Kegley and Ally de la Cruz. (Pictured are back row Brandyl Harlander, Chase Jonns, Lucy Curtis, Hannah Elmer, and Rebecca Kegley and front row Torri Jonns and Megan Novak.)

At right: Elementary Level team "The Terrible Threesome" comprised of Andrew Benner, Dylan Wishard, and Krista Markee earned a 2nd place finish. Coaches for this Improv team were Brittany Benner and Misty Wishard.

(Pictured left to right are Andrew Benner, Dylan Wishard, and Krista Markee.)

At left: Middle School team “Record Breakers” competed in the structural engineering challenge and were led by Mark Powell and Christie Salmon took 2nd.

Team members included Elise Powell, Gavin Salmon, Zoey Ellingsworth, Sophie Morales, and Jesse Dooner.

(Pictured are Elise Powell, Sophie Morales, Gavin Harris, and Zoey Ellingsworth. Missing from the photo is Jesse Dooner.)

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FFA Leadership Workshop Several FFA Alumni chapters in northwestern Wisconsin pooled their funds to purchase a leadership workshop auctioned off by the state FFA officer team at the Wisconsin State FFA Alumni Convention in February. The workshop, held March 29 in Turtle Lake and led by part of the state officer team, drew about 100 FFA members from the Amery, Clayton, Clear Lake, Cumberland, Ellsworth, Flambeau, Luck, Osceola, Prairie Farm, Turtle Lake and Unity FFA chapters. Sponsoring FFA Alumni groups were Amery, Clear Lake, Ellsworth, Luck, Turtle Lake and Unity.

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Amery Hockey Association www.ameryhockey.com

invites you to the 16th Annual Amery Spring Show Get your RafďŹ&#x201A;e Tickets for a chance to win $1,000, $500 & $250 Cash Drawing held April 6 Check out the delicious menu at the HOCKEY FOOD STAND . . . Pulled Pork, Hot Dogs, Brats, chips, nachos, pretzels, candy & drinks

We hope to see you there!

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Welcome Spring with the Centre Eggstravaganza The Centre's Eggstravaganza is more than just hunting for eggs!

Bounce in the inflatable jumpers, create a bunny craft and treat, play games, and have your face painted.

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget to visit the petting zoo and get your picture taken with the Easter Bunny! We've expanded our egg hunt this year and you won't have to worry about the mud, its all inside!

Remember to bring your Easter Bas-

ket. Concessions will be available for purchase.

Centre Eggstravaganza, Saturday, April 13 from 10:00 AM â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 12:00 PM. FREE for all participants This is the Centreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 11th Annual Eggstravaganza. It has been a fun event to host for the community, with over 700 participants attending last year.

For more information: 715-246-2252.

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Welcome . . .

Amery Cub Scoutsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Pinewood Derby

BY RUSSELL JITWATTANA BAGLEY

The Amery Cub Scouts had their annual Pinewood derby Saturday, March 23, 2019. To race in their Pinewood derby, the Scouts had to create their own car with the supplies given to them in a box from their Scout Master. In the box there was a wooden block, four nails, and four wheels. The Scouts then would customize their car by shaping and painting it. At the derby on March 23rd, total of fifteen Cub Scouts bought their cars to the derby. The race started with measuring the carâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s length and weight to see if the cars met the race qualifications. There were four cars raced in each round. By comparing each carâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time, the slowest ones would be eliminated one at a time. After multiple races, the three fastest cars would earn a trophy and a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Best Designâ&#x20AC;? trophy was also given out. More important than the trophies, the Scouts learned how to use the engineering design process. There are many more fun skills and activities

to learn in Scouting. If you have a child that is interested in joining Scouting, please call 715-501-0260.

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AMERY AREA COMMUNITY CENTER ATTENTION MEMBERS!!! 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!

NEW BUSSINESS HOURS!!! We have new hours, Monday – Thursday 7:30am -4:00pm & Friday 7:303:00.

Have you been thinking about starting or have your own or cooking, baking or catering business but just don't have the space in your kitchen? We have the solution for you! We have a commercial grade kitchen available. If you are interested in more information, please call 715-268-6605.

Circuit Breaker Members, every month you pay your $10 you will get a punch on our new card and after you have paid for 5 months you get 1 month FREE! That means you will receive 2 FREE months per year!

This is our way of saying your health is important to us!

Was it your goal to learn something new in 2019?

We have the thing for you! MAH-JONG. We have a wonderful group of ladies that play every Friday that are looking for some more people to play! They will teach as you play! Stop in and check it out on Friday at 9:00am!

Like us on Facebook! Share our postings the more people that know what activities we have happening the better! Search Amery Area Community/Senior

Center Need a place to rent? Consider the Amery Area Community Center for that birthday, party, wedding, or anniversary celebration? We will also work with profit and nonprofit organizations to help with the perfect meeting place.

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!

We always have people asking if there is anything we need here at the Center. We can always use things like stamps, cards, toilet paper, cleaning supplies & baking supplies. We also take rummage sale items all year long.

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Tuesday April 2th pool winners were Al Frank in first, Jerry Fisher taking second, Gary Snelling placing third, and Gene Pribnow with the consolation prize.

Thursday March 28th pool winners are Gary Snelling taking first, Dean Elken placing second, Sue Albright with third, and Gene Pribnow took the consolation prize.

Tuesday Wii Bowling winner was Orville Lundgren.

Wednesday March 27th bridge winners Frank Sagerstrom and RuthAnn Riely tied for first.

Congratulations to all!

Amanda Fisk, Director Jen Tyman, Assistant Director

Amery VFW 730 N. Wisconsin Ave., Amery

BINGO

Every Thursday Progressive Jackpot 6:30 p.m. Your share is over $1,448

Bar Open 4 p.m.-? Thursdays & Fridays HAPPY HOUR 4-6 p.m.

Only $1.50 beer during Happy Hour (Reg. $2.25)

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Forty and Eight Polk-Burnett Voiture Locale 236 Nurses Training Scholarships Awarded Voiture 236 Chef de Gare Don Anderson, along with Voiture 236 Nurses Training Director, Chef de Gare Passâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;e Bob Buhr, Chef de Gare Passâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;e Gary Johnson, and Scholarship Committee member and Chef de Train Pass â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;e Don Fansler, recently presented the 2018-2019 Nurses Training Scholarship checks to the following women from Polk County:

Janelle Moore, a 2015 Amery High School graduate, who is attending the University of Wisconsin â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Oskhosh where she is pursuing a degree as a Registered Nurse.

Samantha Fall, a 2015 Clayton High School graduate, who is attending Viterbo College in LaCrosse and will graduate this Spring with her R.N. and Bachelors of Nursing degrees.

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Amery Fire Dept. & Rescue welcomes you to the

Amery Spring Show

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Sam Fall and Bob Buhr.

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Bob Buhr, Janelle Moore, Don Fansler.

*Airboat & New Wild Land Truck on Display

See you Saturday!

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*Helmets & Coloring Books for the Kids

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Welcome to April!

Welcome to April! March went out Like A Lamb but now we need it to warm up a bit to help things dry out. There are still a few snowbanks in the yards and fields just to remind us of all the inches of snow we were blessed with. Once again, prayers to those who are dealing with flooding and water issues.

Spring is in the air! I have seen many Robins and that is a great sign of the change of season. And yes I know that the Robins should be snowed on 3 times before we are done with the Winter season but, just remember that the weather we Pounding had the last few months was a little extreme so maybe we will be skipthe ping over that snow business.

The 16th Annual Amery Spring Pavement Show sponsored by the Amery Free Pam Humpal Press is set for this Saturday, April 6. The event is held at the Amery Ice Arena from 9am to 4pm. Area businesses will be on display to answer your questions on safety, vehicles, recreation, events, lawn & garden, siding, windows, remodeling, finances, plumbing, heating, cutlery, water conditioning, bathworks, furniture, home dĂŠcor and much more.

Showgoers can also enjoy ukulele music and a singa-long with the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Good Neighbors Ukulele Circleâ&#x20AC;? at 10am. The â&#x20AC;&#x153;Endeavors Greenhouseâ&#x20AC;? will be there at noon with planting tips and plants for sale. At 3:30pm the Amery Youth Hockey Association will draw money winners from their annual raffle. You can still get your lucky tickets at the Amery Hockey booth on Saturday. The Amery Free Press will have hourly drawings of $25 Amery Scrip Money which you must be present for or it carries over to the next hour. Many booths will have free giveaways and drawings. There will be a kids play area with games, coloring items, and sidewalk chalk.

Admission to the Spring Show is non-perishable food items or $2 donation to the Amery Area Food Pantry. The Amery Hockey Association will be serving pulled pork sandwiches, brats, hot dogs, nachos and cheese, pretzels, snacks, and drinks at the concession stand.

The Amery Spring Show will be a fun-filled day at the Amery Ice Arena. I hope to see you on Saturday!

Along with thinking Spring, the AFP annual Spring Edition will be published on Tuesday, April 23. The special section will involve preparing for the change of season plus enjoying the upcoming months.

Area businesses who would like to be a part of the Spring Edition please give me a call at 715-268-8101.

Deadline is Monday, April 15.

On Tuesday, April 16, a special Spring Wedding Planning Guide will be included in the Amery Free Press, Baldwin Bulletin, Osceola Sun, and Burnett County Sentinel. The guide will include information

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Peterson for winning the womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s division and also to Will Schaeffer for winning the menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s division. Good job everyone!

Last week I mentioned that while we were in Nashville we hung out with Blake Shelton and so now I have included a picture as proof. A fun time!

Have a great weekâ&#x20AC;Ślooking forward to visiting with you at the 16th Annual Amery Spring Show on Saturday!

Anne Wollan, me, Marcia Clark, Gail Peterson

on making the big day very special from the food to the venue, to the dresses/tuxes, to the photographer, to the flowers, and to the honeymoon. Businesses wishing to showcase their bridal products and services should give me a call today. All ads in the Wedding Guide is in full color. Deadline is Tuesday, April 9.

Easter is right around the corner. In celebration, participating businesses are offering a delicious ham for your familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Easter dinner. For a chance to win a ham simply fill out the registration forms found in this issue and drop them off at the corresponding businesses. Drawing will be held at noon on Friday, April 12. Winners will be announced in the AFP on Tuesday, April 16. Good Luck!

Mark your calendars for the annual Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by the Amery Community Club for Saturday, April 20. The event is at 10am at Soo Line Park in Downtown Amery.

Thousands of eggs will be hidden in the piles for kids up to 10 years old to find.

See you then!

A very special Happy Birthday to one of my grandsons, Bentley, who will be 7 years old on April 8. He is a very big Milwaukee Brewers fan, and loves to be outside playing any kind of sports and even likes to help his Grandma.

Enjoy your special day!

This past Saturday I had the opportunity to be in the 1st Annual Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bowlers Cup at Club 53.

Bentley Congratulations to Gail

Jodi, Linda, Blake, Sally, Sid, me

Subtle Filmy Farewell Marvelous, misty half-moon, lingering in the western sky, though watched closely,diminishes soon, our of reach of my eye.

The full moon, monarch of mid-month, gave place to this pale partial form; suppose the millionth or billionth, time it waxed and waned in its term.

No aura ushers its leaving, as the glow in the east greets the day; a time for salute, not for grieving, Father God brings the light, shows the way.

Pale moon, now we bid your portion, mute farewell, if one even beholds; the subtle, filmy contortion, your position to the sight unfolds.

Transluscent, dreamy half-disk in the sky, ultimately, each time gives way, may I grasp the impetus from on high, to step into a meaningful day.

Carol Morfitt Welch

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Saturday, April 13, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

AMERY HOCKEY ARENA 1065 River Place Drive, Amery ADMISSION $5.00 Children 12 and under FREE with adult

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AREA BOWLING SCORES Club 53 Bar & Lanes, Amery MONDAY NIGHT MEN Week 29 of 32 Division 1 Tac Two ................................................155 Gary’s Electric.....................................136 Division 2 Shoreview ........................................123.5 Dick’s Fresh Market ......................105.5 High games: Gary Nottam 205, Rod Gehrman 200-213, Bob Gillis 221-223-245, Chris Wolter 222-267-219, Rico Lopez 224-247, Jim Swanson 205, Bob Albee 203.

High series: Gary Nottam 563, Rod Gehrman 603, Bob Gillis 529, Chris Wolter 708, Rico Lopez 649, Bob Albee 555.

TUESDAY NIGHT MEN Week 29 of 32 Division 1 Club 53 ...............................................125.5 Noah Insurance.................................111.5 Division 2 Northwest Communications ........156 Chet Johnson Drug ............................119 High games: Scott Sorenson 202, Chuck Williamson 211-201, Will Schaffer 206, Wade Prindle 208201-214, Scott Jensen 201-228.

High series: Chuck Williamson 595, Will Schaffer 584, Bill Peterson 550, Wade Prindle 623, Chad Elmer 567, Scott Jensen 622.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEN Week 29 of 32 Division 1 Club 53 ..................................................126 Preferred Lawn................................. 106

Division 2 Alibi........................................................ 157 Amery Fire Department .................129 High games: Bill Vierkandt 212, Dan Boe 209, Lyle Kahler 225, Jerod Wollan 288-224, Tyler Kilcoyne 212, Denis Carteron 207-225, Lee Jones 248-222-213.

High series: Bill Vierkandt 559, Lyle Kahler 581, Jerod Wollan 710, Tyler Kilcoyne 565, Denis Carteron 616, Lee Jones 683.

THURSDAY/FRIDAY LADIES Division 1 Northwest Communications .... 145.5 Amery Fire Department .................130 Better Self Wellness .................... 128.5 Division 2 Chet Johnson Drug ............................141 Bremer Bank.......................................124 Club 53 ....................................................111 High games: Pam Humpal 211, April Boe 172, Arica Boudreau 163, Marva Perry 162, Kelsey Monteith 160, Stephanie Hanson 157, Laurie Harris 157, Diane Lewis 156, Gerri Carr 155-150.

High series: Pam Humpal 462, April Boe 455, Gerri Carr 454.

Spare Time Lanes, Turtle Lake WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEN Week 29 of 30 Division 1 Clear Lake True Value ................. 263.5 Perfect Image ............................... 262.5 7 Brothers ............................................214 Eagles Lounge.....................................177

Division 2 Hotel Bar & Grill ................................266 Grosskreutz Crop..............................239 Busy B’s ...........................................209.5 Anderson Storage ........................188.5 Division 3 Austad’s Super Valu..................... 316.5 Danca’s Kar Korral ........................274.5 Scheps Dairy ......................................238 Dibble & Co...................................... 216.5 Division 4 Lefty’s Hookers.................................283 Hoff’s Construction .........................269 Cumberland Tire ............................261.5 Spare Time.......................................... 241 High games: Scott Danca 279, Tom Roessler 278, John Anderson 268.

High series: John Anderson 748, Tom Roessler 707, Craig Niemann 706.

HEATED INDOOR GARAGE SALE

Thurs., Apr. 4 • 8:30-5 Fri, Apr. 5 • 8:30-4

Clothing, Bird Cage, Computer Chair, Roto Tiller, Stove, Refridg (exc. cond.), Purses, Outside Fountain, Jewelry, Silk Arrang., Brass Bed Set, Lead Smelter, Hunting Clothes, Scopes, Scaffolding, Trinkets. Too Much To Mention.

Absolutely No Junk. Very Clean.

515 Dickey Ave • Amery

16th Annual

Amery Spring Show Home • Garden • Recreation

Sat., April 6 • 9-4 AMERY ICE ARENA River Place Drive • Amery 10 am – “Good Neighbors Ukulele Circle” Ukulele Music & Sing-A-Long Noon – “Endeavors Greenhouse” Planting Tips & Plants for Sale

Exhibitors registered so far are: Amery Area EMS Amery Chevrolet Amery Community Club/ City of Amery Amery Fall Festival Amery Fire Department Amery Free Press

Amery Outdoor Power Amery Youth Hockey Association Asher Lasting Exteriors Bremer Bank Countryside Plumbing & Heating

Cutco Cutlery Gibson’s Watercare Luxury Bath Solutions Mosquito Hunters Slumberland

ADMISSION: Non-perishable food items or $2 donation to local food pantry.

CONCESSIONS: Available by the Amery Hockey Association Proceeds will benefit the Amery Hockey Association, Amery Area Food Pantry and a scholarship to an area student.

Sponsored by the Amery Free Press • Contact Pam for Information 715-268-8101

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CARDS OF THANKS We would like to extend a HUGE “THANK YOU” for all the acts of kindness shown to our family while Paul continues to recover from his stroke.

Whether it was a card, gift, visit at home or while in the hospital, a ride to therapy, helping on the farm, keep-

ing our driveway plowed, or your thoughts and prayers, we are so deeply grateful for the support from such great friends and family.

Thank you from the bottom of our hears!

Paul & Penny O’Connell, Matt, Jessica & Eric

STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, POLK COUNTY In the Matter of the Trust of Steven R. Wanless Known as the Steven R. Wanless Living Trust dated Dec. 21, 2017.

Notice to Creditors Steven R. Wanless, domiciled in Polk County, Wisconsin, whose post office address was 742 130th Street, Amery, WI 54001, died on December 13, 2018.

The family of Gerald Barr would like to thank everyone for their love and prayers, especially Williamson-White Funeral Home–Tyler and Ed–for all your love and care and knowledge about travel from Arkansas to Wisconsin. Jerry loved our home down South. Pastor Gil for his wonderful words and scriptures–my favorite bible verse, John 3:16 & 17, “For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten son.” Thank you to Jerry’s daughter Tammy for the eulogy–very good Tammy, our honoring pallbearers, Bev and Gerald Austinson, Bev and Wally Brackee, Rod Galvin, Harold Kittelson, Terry Koch, Al Liesz, John and Jim Helbig, and pallbearers Brandy Turcotte, Chase Turcotte, Jill (Barr) Ness, Tyler Waalen, Brenda and Mike Utgard, Skip (Mel) Brist, Brian Brist, Claude Brist, David Brist and Jesse Miller came from Chugwater, WY. For Margaret Peterson for the wonderful music–“This Little Light of Mine”–and Alex and Lucas VanHeuklom for singing “Amazing Grace.” For Parkview United Methodist Church for the delicious lunch and sending home food with us. We really loved the extra food for later that day.

We will always be grateful for the kindness and love that was given to us in this very difficult time.

God bless each one of you, Sharon Barr and family.

Pursuant to Sec. 701.065 Wis. Stats., notice is hereby given that all creditors’ claims against said trust must be submitted on or before August 6, 2019.

The address for filing claims is: Stephanie Stern, 297 Arlington Drive, Amery, WI 54001 Dated March 26, 2019 /s/ Stephanie Stern 297 Arlington Drive Amery, WI 54001 (April 2, 9, 16) WNAXLP

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Village of Clear Lake Fire Department Initial Attach Fire Truck with Ultra High Pressure Pump System

TOWN OF CLAYTON ANNUAL MEETING

The Village Board of the Village of Clear Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin, gives notice that sealed proposals will be received from reputable dealers of the following equipment:

Tuesday, April 23, 2019 CLAYTON TOWN HALL 462 105th Avenue/County Road D 7:00 pm

Initial Attack Fire Truck with Ultra High Pressure Pump System Detailed specifications are on file for inspection at the office of the Village Clerk, 350 4th Avenue, P.O. Box 48, Clear Lake, WI. 54005. Copies of the specifications may be obtained by qualified parties at the Village office at no costs. Any interested party who desires to obtain bidding documents by mail must submit a non-refundable fee of $10.00 to cover shipping & handling costs.

DEADLINE: Proposals must be received at the office of the Village Clerk no later than Tuesday April 9, 2010 at 4:00 p.m. at which the time and place all bids will be publicly opened and read aloud.

The Village Board reserves the rights to reject any and all bids, waive any informalities of bidding, or accept the bid or bids which best serve the interest of the Village of Clear Lake.

Authorized for publication by the Village of Clear Lake.

Albert Bannink Village Clerk – Treasurer Village of Clear Lake

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Minutes from 2018 2018 Financial Report- Auditor Dan Thole Public Discussion Action on Annual Meeting Power

Tracy LaBlanc, Clerk OFFICIAL NOTICE

TOWN OF ALDEN ANNUAL MEETING FOLLOWED BY MONTHLY BOARD MEETING TUESDAY, APRIL 16, 2019 7:00 p.m.

At the Alden Town Hall Agenda Will Be Posted at Horsecreek Store, Big Lake Store and Alden Town Hall Wanda Heffron Alden Town Clerk

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Notice is hereby given that the Town of Lincoln will hold their Annual Meeting on Monday, April 22, 2019 at the Lincoln Town Hall -661 85th Street at 7:00 p.m.

Stephanie Marciniak, Town Clerk 715-268-4747 Published April 2, 2019 & April 16, 2019 - Amery Free Press

Certified Public Accountant Accounting • Tax • Retirement Services 433 3rd Ave, Clear Lake, WI • (715) 263-4111 • OverbyFinancial.com 338 S Washington St, St. Croix Falls, WI • (715) 483-3782

Rollyn P. Lee, D.D.S. Heather Marks, D.D.S. 1030 River Place Drive, Amery Ph. 715-268-2103 www.river-place-dental.com

“We Are Always Accepting New Patients!”

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NOTICE OF “OPEN BOOK” FOR ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR THE VILLAGE OF CLEAR LAKE Notice is hereby given that the “Open Book” for the review of the Assessment Roll for the Village of Clear Lake of Polk County shall be April 11, 2019 from 4:30 to 6:30 P.M. at the Clear Lake Municipal Building (350 4th Avenue). The Assessor will be present during this time period.

The assessment roll may also be examined during normal business hours (8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) at the village office (350 4th Avenue). Instructional material is also available to persons wishing to object to their assessment.

Albert Bannink Village Clerk Village of Clear Lake WNAXLP

REGULAR MEETING Town of Clear Lake

The Regular meeting of the Town of Clear Lake will be held at the Town Shop on Monday, April 8, 2019, 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: Ambulance 8. New Business: Manufactured & Mobile Homes Ordinance, Set Road Review, 2018 Building Inspector Report, Appointed vs.

Elected Clerk & Treasurer, Royce Larson Subdivision 9. Road Maintenance 10. Adjourned Janelle Johnson, Town Clerk WNAXLP

BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY

David P. Doroff, D.D.S. James J. Lampi, D.D.S. Thomas P. VanSomeren, D.D.S. Amy G. Ott, D.D.S. 404 Wisconsin Ave. Amery, Wis. Phone 715-268-7177 www.amerydental.com

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Christopherson BYRNES LAW OFFICE Eye Clinic 123 Keller Ave. N, Amery, WI 54001 Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

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

715-268-5000

Brian D. Byrnes

Novitzke, Gust, Sempf, Whitley and Bergmanis Attorneys-at-Law

DON PAUL NOVITZKE (1937-2004) JASON W. WHITLEY GERALD N. GUST *ERIK M. BERGMANIS *TIMOTHY T. SEMPF 314 Keller Ave. N., Ste. 200, Amery, Wisconsin 54001 Phone 715-268-6130 *Licensed in Minnesota and Wisconsin

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

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HELP WANTED

Town of Cylon in St. Croix County is looking for people who may be interested in the position of Town Clerk and/or Town Treasurer (appointed) For information and job descriptions or to send resume/applications contact: Randall Zemke 2308 200th Ave, Deer Park, WI 54007 715-269-5599

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Need help placing a HELP WANTED help wanted ad?

PART-TIME WAREHOUSE DELIVERY includes weekends Must be 16 years old or older Apply in person

Contact Tera at 715-268-8101

Driver’s Education Instructors 900 Keller Ave. S • Amery

Automated Packaging Systems Technician Instructor Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College New Richmond Campus WITC is seeking a learning-focused, creative and dynamic candidates for a full-time instructor. The Automated Packaging Systems Technician program provides training in servicing and repairing a wide variety of packaging equipment and automated systems. Emphasis is on the maintenance and troubleshooting of electrical, mechanical, and fluid power components on packaging equipment including industrial computer controls and programmable logic controllers.

For a complete job description, list of qualifications, and to apply: Visit our website at: https://www.witc.edu/about-witc/employment

Deadline to apply: April 8, 2019 WITC is an Equal Opportunity/Access/ Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer and Educator TTY 711

NOW HIRING!!!

MulƟple PosiƟons Available!!

Experienced Dairy Maint. Tech Make Room Cheese Cleaning Brine Wages start at $14-$16 hourly $1.50 Night ShiŌ DiīerenƟal!

1.5x pay on Sunday Work FT hours in just 3-4 shiŌs per week!

Work is physical and involves liŌing of 25 lbs conƟnuously throughout the shiŌ.

Must be dependable and work well in a team environment.

Why work for us?

• Be a part of a team that makes some of the best cheese in the world!

• Comprehensive beneĮt package • Great vacaƟon plan • ReƟrement plan with company contribuƟon • OpportuniƟes for growth • A history of stability and security – no layoīs or downsizing!

To apply, please visit

www.LakeCountryDairy.jobs

DO YOU WANT TO WORK FOR A NATIONAL AWARD WINNING CONSTRUCTION COMPANY? Lindus Construction is now hiring!

Are you looking to grow with a company that is reputable? Lindus Construction, Inc. has been around for over 40 years and is currently seeking highly motivated individuals with carpentry skills to fill several positions within our organization due to continued growth.

We offer a wide variety of benefits along with a company vehicle and gas for each crew. For more information and to apply on-line for the positions available, duties/requirements assigned to each position and to view our extensive benefit package.

Go to www.lindusconstruction.com and view our Career section at the bottom of the page.

You can also email resumes to employment@lindusco.com or fill out an application at 879 Hwy 63, Baldwin, WI. NO PHONE CALLS.

Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College is seeking candidates who are learning-focused, creative and dynamic individuals to teach Drivers Education courses part-time in the New Richmond and Hudson areas. Applications are being accepted from qualified candidates who would like to work on a casual or as-needed basis.

For a complete job description, list of qualifications, and to apply: Visit our website at: https://www.witc.edu/about-witc/employment

Deadline to apply: April 12, 2019 WITC is an Equal Opportunity/Access/ Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer and Educator TTY 711

Veterinarian Technician Instructor Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College New Richmond Campus WITC is seeking a learning-focused, creative and dynamic individual to teach in the Veterinarian Technician program at the New Richmond Campus. An instructor’s primary purpose is to design instruction and assessment in an engaging environment to foster learner success. An instructor continually improves the overall quality in the delivery of learning to support the achievement of College outcomes and priorities utilizing evidence to support decision-making.

For a complete job description, list of qualifications, and to apply: Visit our website at: https://www.witc.edu/about-witc/employment

Deadline to apply: April 8, 2019 WITC is an Equal Opportunity/Access/ Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer and Educator TTY 711

TELCOM CONSTRUCTION POSITION Northwest Communications (Amery Telcom) is hiring a Telcom Construction Laborer. Construction Laborer is responsible for all aspects of construction/ maintenance of outside buried cable facilities.

Installation and maintenance of underground facilities which can include copper cable, fiber optic cable, coaxial cable and conduit. Installation and maintenance in both new and in restoration efforts, using plowing and digging equipment.

Key Responsibilities of the role include: • Installation, maintenance and construction duties of underground facilities.

• Job planning and coordinating.

• Performing pre-operational checks of equipment as well as basic maintenance of equipment.

• Accurate documentation of construction work performed.

The following skills and experience are preferred: • Valid Driver’s license and Valid CDL. • Desired experience in heavy equipment operation.

Qualified candidates may send a resume to: humanresources@nwcomm.net Call Greg Cardinal with questions 715-268-3379

or stop by and Įll out an applicaƟon!

Lake Country Dairy AƩn: Human Resources 458 Western Boulevard | Turtle Lake, WI 54889 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College New Richmond & Hudson Areas

Lindus Construction is an equal opportunity employer.

116 Harriman Ave N Amery, WI 54001 715-268-7101

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The School District of Amery is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, and where applicable, sex, marital status, familial status, parental status, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, political beliefs, reprisal, or because all of part of an individual’s income is derived from any public assistance program.

For a complete job description, list of qualifications, and to apply: Visit our website at: https://www.witc.edu/about-witc/employment

Deadline to apply: April 12, 2019 WITC is an Equal Opportunity/Access/ Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer and Educator TTY 711

Golden Age Manor in Amery, WI would like you on our team!

Dietary Aide/Cook Position

Day shift hours: 4:45am-12:45pm Every other weekend required

Our office is located at 215 Keller Ave. S. We are open from 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Monday - Friday

(Three references required.)

Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College is seeking candidates who are learning-focused, creative and dynamic individuals to teach Drivers Education courses part-time in the Rice Lake areas.

Applications are being accepted from qualified candidates who would like to work on a casual or as-needed basis.

Pam Humpal: phumpal@ theameryfreepress.com

Nicole Gagner: ngagner@ theameryfreepress.com

https://wecan.education.wisc.edu/# Or apply in person at the District Office

Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College Rice Lake Areas

Full Time Day Shift Opportunity

Diane Stangl: dstangl@ theameryfreepress.com

Learn more and apply on WECAN:

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April Ziemer: editor@ theameryfreepress.com

Tera Anderson: classifieds@ theameryfreepress.com

Full-time, 12-month position M-F from 2:30 pm – 11:00 pm starting at $13.25/hour plus benefits

Starting Wage: $12.00-$13.00/hr +

As a Polk County, WI. Employee you will be benefit eligible including Health Insurance, Dental/Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, WRS Retirement, etc.

Please call for more information or apply online now!

Deadline to Apply: 4/14/2019

Come make a difference in someone’s life!

Amery Memory Care is now accepting applications to join our team!

RESIDENT CARE COORDINATORS (Resident Caregivers) Now accepting applications for FT and PT positions on the PM (2-10:30p.m.) shift and the NOC (10:00p.m.-6:30a.m) shift.

On Call positions available for the AM (6:00a.m.-2:30p.m.) shift.

Please speak to Amber for more information.

RESIDENT CARE COORDINATORS 3 (Medication Passers) Now accepting applications for FT and PT positions on the PM (2-10:30p.m.) shift and the NOC (10:00p.m.-6:30a.m) shift.

On Call positions available for the AM (6:00a.m.-2:30p.m.) shift.

Please speak to Amber for more information.

COOK/DIETARY AIDE

CNA POSITIONS AVAILABLE

Now accepting applications for a PT/FT cook/dietary aide position including every other weekend.

Please speak to Sandi for more information.

STARTING WAGE- $14.00/hr plus additional shift pay for PM & NOC shifts

LE ASSISTANT

~Certified Nursing Assistant~

If you are interested in becoming certified please call us today at 715-268-7107 to learn how to become a CNA for FREE & receive a $500 bonus after working for 6 months!

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

Now accepting applications for a PT activity assistant position that includes 3 evenings and every other weekend.

Please speak to Julie for more information.

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Man pleads guilty to kidnapping Jayme Closs, killing parents terson faces up to life in prison when he is sentenced May 24; Wisconsin does not have the death penalty.

Patterson had said he would plead guilty in a letter sent this month to a Minneapolis TV station, saying he didn’t want the Closs family “to worry about a trial.”

Patterson admitted kidnapping Jayme after killing her parents, James and Denise Closs, on Oct. 15 at the family’s home near Barron, about 90 miles northeast of Minneapolis. Jayme escaped in January, after 88 days in Patterson’s cabin in near the small,

isolated town of Gordon, some 60 miles from her home.

The plea, coupled with an BARRON, Wis.— A Wisconsin earlier decision by prosecutors man pleaded guilty Wednesday not to bring charges in the to kidnapping 13-year-old Jayme county where Jayme was held, Closs and killing her parents, in a increases the chances that the move that spares the girl held capdetails of her time in captivity tive in a remote cabin for three will remain private. months from the possible trauma Patterson stoically answered of having to testify at his trial. “yes” and “yeah” to repeated Jake Patterson, 21, sniffled questions from Barron Counand his voice caught as he ty Judge James Babler about pleaded guilty to two counts of whether he understood what he intentional homicide and one was doing. Later, as he respondcount of kidnapping. As part of ed “guilty,” to each count, he a plea deal, prosecutors dropped could be heard sniffling. He a count of armed burglary. Patpaused for several seconds after the judge asked him about the kidnapping charge before stuttering, “guilty.”

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his statements to investigators.

“He rejected all that and has decided this is what he wants to do,” Jones said.

Members of the Closs family and Patterson’s father and sister all left the courthouse without commenting.

According to a criminal complaint, Patterson told authorities he decided Jayme “was the girl he was going to take” after he saw her getting on a school bus near her home. He told investigators he plotted carefully, including wearing all-black clothing, putting stolen license plates on his car and taking care to leave no fingerprints on his shotgun.

Jayme told police that the night of the abduction, the family dog’s barking awoke her, and she went to wake up her parents as a car came up the driveway. While her father went to the front door, Jayme and her mother hid in the bathroom, clutching each other in the bathtub, with the shower curtain pulled shut.

Patterson shot Jayme’s fa-

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ther as he entered the house, then found Jayme and her mother. He told detectives he wrapped tape around Jayme’s mouth and head, taped her hands behind her back and taped her ankles together, then shot her mother in the head. He told police he dragged Jayme outside, threw her in the trunk of his car, and took her to his cabin, the complaint said.

During Jayme’s time in captivity, Patterson forced her to hide under a bed when he had friends over and penned her in with tote boxes and weights, warning that if she moved, “bad things could happen to her.” He also turned up the radio so visitors couldn’t hear her, according to the complaint.

Authorities searched for Jayme for months and collected more than 3,500 tips. On Jan. 10, Jayme escaped from the cabin while Patterson was away. She then flagged down a woman who was out walking a dog and pleaded for help. Patterson was arrested minutes later.

Patterson grew up in the cabin where he held Jayme. He wrote in his high school yearbook of plans to join the Marines after graduation, but he was kicked out barely a month after joining up. He worked just a single day at a turkey plant in 2016 before quitting; he told investigators he spotted Jayme while heading to work at a cheese factory where he already planned to quit after two days.

The day Jayme escaped, Patterson had applied online for a job at a liquor store with a resume that misrepresented his experience.

Laura Tancre, of nearby Star Prairie, said she was relieved

by Patterson’s plea and “happy for the little girl.” Tancre, 57, worked at the same plant as Jayme’s parents and called them “very nice people.”

“I think he should get life for killing both parents,” she said.

“I’d hate for him to get out and be able to do it again.”

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