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Snow falls Monday afternoon on Jorgenson Field. Spring sports at Amery are in a holding pattern, waiting for the weather to break. After six inches of snow on Saturday night with four inches forecast for Tuesday, it looks to be some time before “play ball” is heard on the field.

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fi lled with candy or other treats were picked up in minutes in the annual event. The area around the piles were a bit more crowded because the event was held indoors.

A late March snowstorm

brought over six inches of snow to the area, forcing the event into the Amery Fire Hall. The firemen were hosting their annual pancake breakfast, so the extra people were more than welcome.

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Amery held its annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday as planned.

A couple thousand plastic eggs, provided by area merchants,

Amery Golf Course Manager Darcy Lorsung told the city council’s Finance committee that the course is grateful for the city’s five years of $10,000 payments on the course’s debt and would like the program to continue for another five years.

Lorsung told the committee on March 27 that with the city’s aid the course has been able to eke out a profit the past few years.

He said that the course’s debt is now under $300,000 and that the debt will be retired in the next five years.

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The course’s fleet of 44 golf carts are in need of replacement, Lorsung said. He estimates a used cart will cost from $3,000 - $3,500.

Lorsung urged the committee to continue supporting the course and asked that the city double its commitment to $20,000 annually.

Alderman Rick VanBlaricom, attending the meeting by telephone, quickly squelched any notion of doubling the city’s commitment.

“There’s not a ton of support in the community to put money into the golf course,” Van Blaricom said. He added that the current

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Spring Show Saturday

Now more than ever, we need to think spring!

The Amery Free Press is hosting the 15th Annual Amery Spring Show this Saturday, April 7 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Amery Ice Arena.

Admission to the show is $2 or a non-perishable food item for the Amery Area Food Pantry.

Exhibitors registered for the event are: All-In Custom Landscape, Amery Chevrolet, Amery Area EMS, Amery Community Club/ City of Amery, Amery Free Press, Amery Outdoor Power, ARC Contracting, Asher Lasting Exteriors, Bremer Bank, Countryside Plumbing and Heating, Gibson’s Watercare, giveBIG, JB

Lund Dock and Lift, Johnson Ford of New Richmond, Luxury Bath Solutions, Sleep Number, Slumberland, Top Painting and WPCA/ Amery Arts Alliance.

Bremer Bank is hosting a community shred event from 9 a.m. – 12 noon where people can bring three boxes or 100 pounds of sensitive

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SNOW: Temperatures forecast to be below normal through April 20 FROM PAGE ONE

Spring officially arrived on March 20. The calendar says it’s here, but a look out the window tells you otherwise.

The past winter saw above normal snowfalls and below normal temperatures. Climate data from the National Weather Service shows that Amery received 46.4” of snow from October – February, 14.8” above the normal amount of 31.6” for the time period. Temperatures were below normal as well with the average temperatures below normal from November through February. Temperatures averaged 2.85º below normal over the four-month period. February saw the greatest departure with temperatures 6.6º below normal.

The cold weather is beginning to put a crimp in spring sports at Amery, where teams have been making the best of a bad situation, according to Athletic Director Josh Gould.

The baseball and softball

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teams have been rotating in the high school gym, mornings and after school. Boys tennis has been rotating between the high school and middle school, mornings and

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spending was done in lieu of other items.

City Clerk-Treasurer Fran Duncanson told the committee that the city assumed the course’s debt five years ago and was able to reduce the interest rate from one and a half to two percentage points.

The $10,000 payments made by the city are used to directly pay down the principal balance on the debt, according to Duncanson.

Lorsung was encouraged to approach the committee before budgeting begins at the end of the summer.

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material to be shredded for free. Demonstrations include Bill Zager discussing Friends of the State Parks, Trails, Recreational Areas and Forestry at 10 a.m. and Making Maple Syrup with Larry Loverude at 1 p.m.

Proceeds benefit the Amery Hockey Association, Amery Area Food Pantry and a scholarship presented to an area student.

after school. The track team has been primarily at middle school and some shifts at the high school as well. Girls soccer has been using the intermediate school gym.

Gould says “the coaches have been great and respectful of each other. Students have been awesome and willing to help out with snow removal. We are hoping the

week of April 9th is our second start to spring.”

The realities of the schedule have forced Gould to begin cancelling events. Two varsity and junior varsity baseball and softball games have been cancelled, with more cancellations looming this week.

There are 13 events scheduled for Thursday through Saturday that more than likely will be cancelled.

Ambitious athletes have helped by removing snow from the athletic fields. Their efforts will help, but nothing will truly get better until the frost goes out of the ground.

The weather service’s measurement of frost depth sat at 29 inches on April 1.

The short term and long range forecasts are not encouraging. Low temperatures in the single digits this week will gradually increase, but the chances of below normal temperatures are high through April 20, according to forecast models from the weather service.

giveBIG expands for 2018 giveBIG St. Croix Valley, an online fundraiser, returns on April 24. Not only is the giving event returning to Amery, Osceola, and St. Croix Valley but it is expanding to include New Richmond, Somerset, and surrounding communities to make BIG things happen!

While giveBIG St. Croix Valley all happens in 24 hours on April 24, donor investment will have a long lasting impact in our communities. In the past five years alone Amery, Osceola, and St. Croix Falls has raised more than $970,000 for 71 nonprofits through giveBIG SCV. Donations help organizations with vital projects and programming that change lives. “giveBIG St. Croix Valley is focused on more than just the 24 hour of giving,” says giveBIG Development Director Jessica Neumann. “Strong communities are created by individuals empowering one another. giveBIG St. Croix Valley gives each individual the chance to become a hero within our community by supporting his or her favorite cause.”

giveBIG St. Croix Valley is not possible without amazing individuals coming together with the common goal of wanting to improve and empower each other.

Ann Searles, Executive Director of United Way St. Croix Valley, says, “We encourage everyone to give what they can.

All donations are a BIG gift to our community. Any individual or business may donate.”

On the 24th of April you have 24 hours to make a BIG impact on our community by donating to your favorite nonprofits!

Make donation online from 12 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, April 24. Out of town on April 24? You can make a donation in advance at giveBIGSCV.org.

Then celebrate! Spread the word, and be a hero within our community!

New developer, same deal

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The Whispering Waters subdivision will soon have a new owner and developer. Justin Hosking is selling 10 lots to Jason Whitley. The Amery city council’s Finance committee on March 27 approved continuing a fee forbearance for a sewer lift station

assessment for the new owner.

Tom Hartmann will be the general contractor for the development and was in attendance with Hosking and Whitley.

Hosking has built six houses in the development and has three lots that will be closing in the next 90 days.

The developer’s agreement allows for the $10,060 per lot sewer lift station

assessment to be paid at the sale of the lot. The committee approved continuing this practice with Whitley.

“Every house that goes on the tax rolls is an asset,” committee chair Rick Davis said.

Public Works Superintendent Allen “Bones” McCarty asked Hosking if he intended to mill and resurface the streets in the subdivision as outlined

in the developer’s agreement. Hosking asked if the city would help removing islands before the street work is undertaken. McCarty said that the city would be able to help with the removal.

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Based on characters created

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Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Sunday matinee is at 2 p.m.

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APRIL 7 Amery Spring Show Amery Free Press sponsored Amery Spring Show will be in in the Amery Ice Arena from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 7.

At 10 a.m. Bill Zager with the Friends of the State Parks/ Trails/Recreational Area/ Forestry will have a demonstration. Making Maple Syrup with Larry Loverude will be at 1 p.m.

Exhibitors include All-In Custom Landscape, Amery Chevrolet, Amery Area EMS, Amery Community Club/City of Amery, Amery Outdoor Power, Amery Youth Hockey Assoc., ARC Contracting, Asher Lasting Exteriors, Bremer Bank, Countryside Plumbing & Heating, Gibson’s Watercare, giveBIG, Johnson Ford of New Richmond, JB Lund Dock-Lift, Luxury Bath Solutions, Sleep Number, Slumberland, Top Painting, WPCA/Amery Arts Alliance.

Annual Spring Salad Luncheon Balsam Lutheran Church, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery, will hold their Annual Spring Salad Luncheon on Saturday, April 7. Registration begins at 10:30 a.m. and a program is at 11 a.m.

Join them for a laughter filled journey with long time Pioneer Press food writer and story teller Eleanor Ostman. Her book will also be for sale.

The 12:30 p.m luncheon will be followed by a raffle. Come join them for food, fun and prizes such as a queen size quilt made by Bev Getschel and quilted by Lynette Gelling.

APRIL 9 Trout Unlimited meeting in Amery On Monday, April 9, the local chapter of Trout Unlimited, Kiap-TU-Wish, will hold a special meeting in Amery at the Village Pizzeria in Amery, 325 Keller Ave. N.. Dinner is your own choice at 6:00 pm. The meeting begins at 7:00 pm.

The program will include a presentation by Bruce Maher of Hudson, Wisconsin. Maher will be talking about Tenkara, the traditional Japanese method of fly fishing known for its specialty on mountain streams but suitable on other waters and also usable for warm water fish like bass and panfish. Maher will display Tenkara rods

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Seniors help with Empty Bowls Residents of Amery’s senior living facilities: Amery Memory Care, Willow Ridge Healthcare, Riverbend Assisted Living, and Golden Age Manor have pitched in to help with the Amery Empty Bowls event. One of the biggest tasks is making the bowls that will be for sale at the Amery Empty Bowls event. Each bowl is a ceramic creation made by hand. Each bowl must be sculpted and created as well as painted. Residents of the care facilities were able to help this year with painting bowls that had already been sculpted. Together, a total of 50 bowls were painted by the residents. The Empty Bowls event, scheduled for April 19 from 5-7 p.m. at the Amery High School, raises funds to fight childhood hunger. More photos on page 36A.

and equipment.

There will also be updates about Trout Unlimited activities in our area. Come and meet with an enthusiastic group of people who enjoy trout and cold, clean, fishable water.

Trout Unlimited is a national conservation organization. Its mission is to Protect, Restore, Reconnect and Sustain Coldwater Fisheries. Anyone interested in cold-water fisheries is welcome, whether a member of TU or not. Teenagers are welcome, it is not necessary to be accompanied by a parent.

APRIL 9-13 Amery Meal Site Grand Re-Opening The Amery Congregational Church, the ADRC Nutrition Program and the staff at the Amery Meal Site would like to invite everyone to festivities being held in celebration of the Amery Meal Site Grand Re-Opening April 9-13.

The meals sites provide a congregate dining experience and home cooked, hot meals every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday for all individuals 60 years of age and older.

There is no charge for the meals but rather a suggested donation of $4/meal. The donations go right back into the Elderly Nutrition Program supporting day to day operations and helping aid in sustainability of the programs.

Please join us early for a home cooked meal by RSVP’ing to the Amery Meal Site at 715268-6818, 24 hours in advance.

APRIL 12 Pork Dinner at First Lutheran Men in Mission from First Lutheran Church in Amery invite you to their annual Pork Dinner with all the trimmings on Thursday, April 12. Serving is from 4:30-6:30 p.m.

The church is at 240 Elm St. W in Amery.

Pearls of Wisdom, Gems of Hope: Understanding the Journey of Dementia Occupational Therapist and Dementia Trainer Kathy Beran will guide learners to increase awareness of dementia. Learn caregiving skills to allow persons with dementia to shine rather that focusing on a person’s loss when there is brain change. Learning to see individuals as precious, unique, and capable encourages a care partnership and is the core of this Gem model.

Thursday, April 12, 6-7:30 p.m. in Conference Room ABC at Amery Hospital & Clinic.

APRIL 13-14 VFW Gun Show Buy, Sell or Trade during the Amery VFW Post 7929 annual Gun Show on Friday and Saturday, April 13-14 at the Amery

Hockey Arena. Friday is from 3-9 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. A raffle will also be held.

APRIL 14 Music at Balsam Lutheran Church The Menomonie Singers are coming back to Balsam Lutheran Church on Saturday, April 14, at 7 p.m.

Under the direction of Dr. Jerry Hui, the choir performs a wide variety of music and will be singing a mix of sacred/classical numbers.

Smelt Fry in Turtle Lake Turtle Lake American Legion, Donalds-Hylkema Post 137, will hold their annual Smelt Fry on Saturday, April 14, from 4-8 pm. at the Legion Hall, 320 S. Maple St. Take outs are available by calling 715-556-5664.

Missions Fundraiser Auction East Lincoln Alliance Church Mexico Missions Trip and Marcia Schussman will benefit from a Fundraiser Auction on Saturday, April 14, at the Amery Community Center.

Doors open at 11 a.m. (silent auction), a brat lunch is served from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and a Live Auction will begin at 1 p.m.

Some of the items offered are tools/outdoor, arts/crafts, antique/vintage, household/ furniture, plus local business gift cards and items.

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he problem of technology created distracted driving appears to be growing at an alarming rate.

Accidents resulting in injury or death can happen in a matter of seconds under the best conditions with an attentive driver. Placing a device that can connect its user to the internet or connect with any number of diversions is a recipe for disaster.

The American Automobile Association (AAA) has released its annual traffic culture index survey that shows public awareness is growing about the dangers associated to cellular phone usage by drivers but drivers are continuing to use the technology while behind the wheel. fact, distracted driving now tops Publisher theInlist of risky behaviors that drivTom Stangl ers are engaged in with 88 percent of respondents telling survey takers that they believe distracted driving is growing.

Distracted driving now beats aggressive driving (68%), driving while using drugs (55%) and even drunk driving (43%) as the most dangerous activity in the eyes of drivers.

That’s saying something. But is the genie out of the bottle forever?

According to the survey, the number of drivers who report using a cellphone behind the wheel jumped 30 percent since 2013. Nearly half (49%) of drivers report recently talking on a hand-held phone while driving and nearly 35 percent have sent a text or email. Despite their behavior, nearly 58 percent of drivers say talking on a cellphone behind the wheel is a very serious threat to their personal safety, while 78 percent believe that texting is a significant danger. A recent study from the AAA Foundation shows drivers talking on a cellphone are up to four times as likely to crash while those who text are up to eight times as likely to be involved in a crash.

The recognition of distracted driving as a problem is a landmark. Half the respondents to the survey reported that they regularly see drivers emailing or texting while driving. But federal statistics show a drop in distracted driving crashes. So what’s really going on?

Officials at AAA believe it is difficult to detect distraction following a crash, making distracted driving one of the most underreported traffic safety issues. An AAA study of teen drivers using in-vehicle dashcams determined that distraction was a factor in 58 percent of crashes. The government estimates that distraction plays a role in just 14 percent of accidents.

Cellular phones, particularly “smart” phones that are basically mini computers, are very hard to ignore. Go to nearly any social gathering and you will see people with their heads down, looking at their phones. One person has called smartphones “adult pacifiers” because of their ability to keep people occupied. They were made to entertain, causing some to find being without them for even a few moments too hard to bear.

Technology may be able to help this problem, if we are smart enough to allow it to do so. Many smartphone manufacturers have installed software which can detect if the phone is in a car, automatically turning off all notifications, emails and text messages.

Allowing this use is necessary, but what about people who can’t afford new cars and new phones?

Good old fashioned restraint is the only sure fire remedy. Turning phones off or silencing and hiding them in the vehicle will work just fine.

But do we have the will power to turn them off?

As always, I welcome your comments. You can reach me by email at tstangl@theameryfreepress. com, telephone 715-268-8101 or write me at P.O. Box 424, Amery, WI, 54001.

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Legislators ponder next steps on bills that failed to pass this session

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GOP state Rep. John Spiros has tried in back-to-back sessions to push legislation that would crack down on sanctuary cities.

After it didn’t get a committee vote in his house and never made it in the Senate, he’s not sure he’s going to try a third time.

“It’s like anything else at the end of session,” Spiros said. “I don’t resurrect every time. I want to see what the need is.”

AB 190/SB 275 is just one of dozens of high-profile bills that made a stir in the Capitol this session but did not make the final cut. Some were undone by inter-house squabbles, such as a parole revocation bill the Assembly amended to add funding for district attorneys and a new prison; the Senate refused to take up the changes. Others never made it off the ground, such as a ban on the sale of fetal tissue that Republicans have been trying to find a compromise on for several years to no avail.

Spiros’ first crack at the sanctuary cities bill would have made sure local governments allow law enforcement to ask people about their immigration status once they’ve been charged with a crime. “Sanctuary cities” prohibit such questions. His bill

cleared the Assembly, but never made it to the Senate floor. It also was part of the reason an estimated 20,000 people protested at the Capitol for “A Day without Latinos and Immigrants” in February 2016.

This version would have banned local governments from protecting those who are living in the country illegally by passing local ordinances obstructing enforcement of federal immigration laws, as well as require local municipalities and counties to comply with detainers issued by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. It also included penalties for those communities that did not comply.

Spiros, R-Marshfield, said he was trying to work with sheriffs on changes they wanted.

“I didn’t push it, because I knew there was work that needed to be done,” he said.

Another bill that failed to pass this two-year session was dubbed the “dark stores” legislation, SB 291/AB 387 and SB 292/AB 386.

Republicans struggled with the issue of so-called dark stores and ran into heavy opposition from Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce. Republicans introduced two bills aimed at stopping the use of closed or vacant properties being valued the same as occupied retail properties.

WMC argued the push amounted to a tax hike on businesses, which they said have had their assessments inflated by local officials.

Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald, R-Juneau, said he’s looking at creating a commission on the issue. Angela Roidt, a spokeswoman for Senate President Roger Roth, said the Appleton Republican is working to put the committee together with members from both houses.

“The goal right now is to get a little more educated and more in-depth on the issue so moving forward, everyone is a little more comfortable for next session,” she said.

Dems knocked Republicans for not taking up the legislation this session considering the bipartisan support; one of the bills had 66 Assembly co-sponsors, including 34 Republicans.

“This is a green light for a growing number of retailers – large and small – to contest their assessments,” Assembly Minority Leader Gordon Hintz, D-Oshkosh, said. “Continued inaction results in lost revenue that will increasingly be made up by increased property taxes on residential homeowners and small businesses.”

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Attempted burglary charges after search for dog food

BY TOM STANGL TSTANGL@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

A Scandia, Minn. man remains in custody at the Polk County Jail after entering Tippy Canoes in Osceola during the early morning hours of March 26.

Joseph McKelvey, 20, was found outside the bar shortly after 1 a.m.

McKelvey by the Osceola Police, responding to a call from the owners after the alarms had gone off.

The police report states that after checking the front doors and finding them locked, the officer went to the west side of the building where a black dog was running around the corner. McKelvey was following the dog.

He told the officer that there was an open door on the north side of the building. McKelvey took the officer inside the building, telling him that he was looking around the kitchen for food for his dog.

McKelvey told the officer that he was looking for people that were hiding in “the control room.” He also said that he was employed by the

bar as a free style rapper. The officer noted that McKelvey appeared to be under the influence of some type of narcotic.

The bar had closed for the night at 11:30. The bartender who had closed came down to lock up and reported that nothing was missing.

McKelvey was taken to the jail on charges of attempted burglary. His dog was taken to the Amery animal shelter.

A review of a court ordered competency evaluation of McKelvey is scheduled for April 10.

Polk County Arrest Reports Richard W. Rohan, 64, Frederic, was arrested March 22 for disorderly conduct.

Warner M. Lee, 32, Cottage Grove, MN, was arrested on March 22 for possession of drug paraphernalia.

John B. Schietty, 38, St. Croix Falls, was arrested on March 23 for domestic disorderly conduct.

Keith L. Hopinka, 33, Cumberland, was arrested on March 24 for felony possession of THC (2nd) and drug paraphernalia.

Donald L. Kurtz, 57, St. Croix Falls, was arrested on March 24 for domestic

abuse.

Jacques G. Simon II, 45, Luck, was arrested on March 25 for possession of drug paraphernalia.

Gabrielle L. Beede, 22, Osceola, was arrested on March 25 for disorderly conduct and resisting an officer.

Garrett M. Mclean, 27, Osceola, was arrested on March 25 for possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia.

Morgan L. Gaetz, 22, Balsam Lake, was arrested on March 25 for possession of drug paraphernalia and marijuana.

Leon G. Klein, 54, Amery,

was arrested on March 25 for domestic disorderly conduct and physical abuse of a child.

Joseph M. McKelvey, 20, Scandia, MN, was arrested on March 26 for burglary.

Daymin R. Eckstrom, 24, Siren, was arrested on March 21 on a warrant for failure to appear.

Daryl J. Merrill, 29, Luck, was arrested on March 21 for probation hold.

Matthew A. Fauley, 54, Osceola, was arrested on March 20 for a out-of-county warrant.

Sonny N. Chelmo, 22, Frederic, was arrested on March 23 for a probation

hold.

Julie K. Clayton, 58, Centuria, was arrested on March 25 for a probation hold.

Eric W. Bader, 28, Amery, was arrested on March 21 for OWI (operating while intoxicated) 1st.

Miranda J. Thompson, 34, Somerset, was arrested on March 24 for OWI 1st, PAC (prohibited alcohol content) 1st, possession of THC and paraphernalia.

Micaela R. Larsen, 29, Cumberland, was arrested on March 24 for OWI 3rd, operating with PAC 3rd and possession of THC.

Amery Police Report 03/23/18-03/29/18 03/23/18, 12:38 a.m., BB gun property damage report 03/23/18, 01:45 a.m., Suspicious activity 03/23/18, 08:00 a.m., Officer Carlson dropped in on Mr. Fisk’s classroom Amery Intermediate School 03/23/18, 07:45 a.m., Juvenile call 03/23/18, 08:42 a.m., Motor vehicle accident 03/23/18, 10:20 a.m., Suspicious activity 03/23/18, 12:30 p.m., Assistant Chief Vierkandt has lunch with kids at Lien Elementary 03/23/18, 02:16 p.m., Vehicle lockout 03/23/18, 06:04 p.m., Theft report 03/23/18, 09:18 p.m., Assist other agency 03/24/18, 04:09 a.m., Suspicious activity 03/24/18, 09:00 a.m., Animal control call

03/24/18, 09:52 p.m., Assist citizen 03/25/18, 12:04 a.m., Disturbance 03/25/18, 12:57 p.m., Theft report 03/25/18, 02:15 p.m., Assist with property exchange 03/25/18, 08:48 p.m., Juvenile call 03/26/18, 02:23 a.m., Animal control call 03/26/18, 07:20 a.m., Traffic complaint 03/26/18, 09:15 a.m., Assist citizen 03/26/18, 09:34 a.m., Assist other agency 03/26/18, 10:12 a.m., Assist other agency 03/26/18, 01:51 p.m., Mental health call 03/26/18, 05:00 p.m., Drug activity report 03/26/18, 05:30 p.m., Motor vehicle accident 03/27/18, 03:11 a.m., Assist EMS 03/27/18, 12:57 p.m., Juvenile call 03/27/18, 03:36 p.m., Mental health

a statement posted on the district’s website there will be extra security starting Monday and “into the near future.”

Helsel says media attention over the district’s planned response to school shooters “has increased our concern regarding the possibility that something may happen.” He says the

Houlton man dies in Saturday crash

Christopher L. Gibson, 51, Houlton, was pronounced dead at the scene of a one vehicle accident that occurred in the early morning hours of March 31 in St. Joseph Township of St. Croix County.

A 911 call at 2:21 a.m. advised authorities that a vehicle had crashed in the north ditch on County Road E near Pine View Trail in St. Joseph Township. St. Croix County Sheriff’s deputies for a 2010 Nissan Titan pickup with severe damage to the driver’s side of the vehicle up against a tree. The vehicle had been traveling westbound on CTH E at the time of the crash.

Gibson, the driver of the vehicle, was wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash.

Road conditions were snow covered and slippery and alcohol may have played a factor in the crash, which remains under investigation.

This is the fourth traffic fatality for St. Croix County in 2018.

‘Preaching’ ends with drug charges

BY TOM STANGL TSTANGL@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

call 03/27/18, 05:30 p.m., Suspicious activity 03/27/18, 06:44 p.m., Juvenile call 03/27/18, 09:36 p.m., Noise complaint 03/27/18, 11:05 p.m., Assist other agency 03/28/18, 10:35 a.m., Assist citizen 03/28/18, 01:16 a.m., Assist other agency 03/28/18, 04:00 p.m., Assist other agency 03/28/18, 09:24 p.m., Suspected OWI traffic stop 03/29/18 10:30 a.m. Animal control call 03/29/18, 10:46 a.m., Juvenile call

Arrests: Angela Marie Peterson, 37 of Amery. Operate Motor Vehicle While Intoxicated, 3rd; Operating Left of Center

District that arms teachers with rocks to get extra security ORWIGSBURG, Pa. (AP) — A rural school district in Pennsylvania that has armed teachers and students with rocks to ward off potential school shooters has arranged for additional armed security in its buildings.

Blue Mountain School District Superintendent David Helsel said in

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district will continue to evaluate the situation moving forward.

Last week, Helsel said every classroom in the district about 90 miles northwest of Philadelphia has a 5-gallon bucket of river stones. He said the rocks are one small part of the district’s overall security plan.

A Cottage Grove, Minn. man has been charged with misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia and misdemeanor bail jumping following an incident at the Amery Behavioral Health unit on March 22.

Michael Warner, Warner 32, was arrested by the Amery Police Department shortly after 9 p.m. According to the police report, staff at the mental health unit called police to check on Warner after he had been preaching at the unit.

Warner was found sitting on a rock near the parking lot. He told officers that he was listening to music and reading his bible. He denied entering the building or approaching staff.

Warner told officers that he was homeless and living with a friend in Amery.

After getting Warner’s consent, the officer searched him, finding a bubble pipe that is typically used for smoking methamphetamine. Warner told the officer that he last used the pipe to smoke meth earlier in the day.

Warner will make his initial appearance on April 16.

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105 Years Ago April 3, 1913

cases of whiskey along with $4 from the cash register missing.

A shipment of golf equipment for the season arrived earlier in the week and was taken by the well-trained thieves.

Estimates of loss run $500 to $1,000, pending a check of the actual inventory.

New Regulation

In conformity with an order of the postmaster general, it is directed that all vehicles hereafter placed in service by rural carriers be painted a vermillion red and that this color be used in repainting vehicles now used whenever repainting becomes necessary.

Firemen Chase Grass Blazes

Notice As my wife has left my bed and board, I will not be responsible for any bills contracted by her.

Frederick Carlson – Amery Route 1

Wet or Dry The following towns hereabout voted on the license question with the results named below: Clear Lake, wet by 18 Osceola, wet by 70 Almena, wet Frederick, wet New Richmond, wet by 127

95 Years Ago March 29, 1923 New Store Building L. Michael has leased the front part of the lower floor of the Margolis building next to the Union State Bank, where he will have commodious quarters for his tailoring establishment.

Extensive improvements, which include a plate glass front, new floors and refinishing throughout have already begun and when completed the building will add greatly to the appearance of the street.

Mr. Margolis will occupy the rear of the building for his produce business.

Donate Camp Site E. M. Fay and P. C. Amundson, two of Amery’s public spirited citizens, have donated for public use a beautiful camping site in the Fay & Amundson Addition in south Amery.

They will improve it, putting in city water, suitable benches and grade the grounds, plant trees and shrubs, in fact, will do everything to make this a beauty spot as well as a convenience to the traveling public who wish to stop for lunch or over night when enroute through our city.

This will fill a long felt want and it is needless to say that nothing will be left undone to make it a transient camping grounds deluxe. The entire expense of the improvements and site upkeep will be paid by Messrs. Fay and Amundson.

Depot in Nye Burned Fire, which started from some unknown cause, completely destroyed the depot at Nye, together with all its contents, Thursday afternoon of last week at about four o’clock.

Agent Louis Menard who with his family occupied rooms in the same building, lost all his household goods.

Mrs. Menard had just returned that afternoon from Amery

Water Over the Dam We could say its water over the dam only that isn’t a dam - it’s the old highway coming into Amery from the north. Natural calamities plagued the area for years with two serious floods threatening Amery’s very existence.

The problem eased after a dike was built in the area of North Park and larger gates were installed on the dam.

Pictured above on the right is the old icehouse that burned down on April 1, 1948.

and she and her husband had stepped into the living room leaving their little son in a chair in the waiting room. A moment later they heard the child give a sharp cry, and rushing to his assistance they found the room filled with such dense smoke that it was with difficulty that they found him.

All that happened after that took place so quickly that even those who were there immediately could find no explanation.

The Menard family, who barely escaped with their lives, were cared for by the neighbors until relatives from here reached them that evening. A quantity of express and freight, which had just arrived was lost.

80 Years Ago March 31, 1938 Ice Goes Out in Day on Lake The ice went out in North Twin Tuesday – all in a day, which is quite a geographic phenomena and it went out about 20 days earlier than last year.

But, according to the records of Sam Vassau, government weather observer here, March of this year wasn’t any milder than March last year.

For example, the highest in March last year was 47 degrees on March 6, it went to 70 March 21 this year. The lowest was 4 below on March 9 last year, but it went to 9 below here on March 1, 1938.

Rainfall this year in March was 1.24 inches, and it was only .28 in March 1937. On Tuesday night there was .33 of an inch of rain, a good shower.

At noon Tuesday the ice in North Twin began to go and this usually takes 2 or 3 days.

But by 6 p.m. the ice had entirely disappeared from the lake.

Lamp Post Keels Over in Town The city council this week took quick steps to guard against an accident, which befell the “white way” lamppost on Keller Ave., and Carl Burman, Saturday morning.

Chief Burman, who also is street commissioner, was climbing a ladder placed against the post, to clean the globes, when the big iron pillar toppled over away from him and he came down with it, ladder and all.

The total casualties were a cut on the left hand and an injured foot, plus a smashed lamppost. Investigation showed that the bolts holding the iron pillar to the concrete base were worn and rusted, the washers rusted away. Likewise the concrete around the base was chipped or worn away.

All other lampposts were immediately inspected and found to be in need of repair for safety’s sake. Chief Burman cleaned the rest of the lights, with two ladders and some help – one man standing on a ladder on each side of the post.

Many motorists, the city council finds, have in the past 2 or 3 years taken a particular joy out of hitting the posts with their cars. These minor accidents have been due to fog, mist, or foggy eyes – blurry in other words. This, though many motorists don’t know it at the time of the accidents, chips away the concrete and likewise damages their own fenders, or “mud guards”.

Golf Season Opens Golf season “officially” opened Sunday as a few of the early birds got out clubs and balls and hit the old pill around the Amery course. The ground is in excellent shape.

Brohmers Earliest to Seed This Season G. A. Brohmer is the early bird this year, so far as we have been able to learn.

Mr. Brohmer sowed a plot of wheat on the slope of his farm going down towards the meadow of Bull Brook, on Monday, March 21. This was about the time the first robin came around his farm in East Lincoln.

His ground was in good condition on that day with plenty

of water, and it has been in good condition since that time.

Large Satin Banner Purchased For Band The Music Boosters Club has ordered a large, beautiful, satin banner for the Amery High School band. The cost is about $30.

Last year at the Rice Lake contest the Amery contingent had to paint a sign on a piece of canvas and carry that. Other schools had banners, so the Music Boosters believed that with the new band uniforms the appearance of the musicians should be touched off with a sizeable and attractive banner to carry in the contest parade.

BADGER TALES – published in the Amery Free Press in 1938 *In the early days when the St. Paul and Duluth railroad was built to Taylors Falls, Minn., railroad ties were used for money and taken in trade at the stores. *Before the electric searchlight, great baskets filled with pine chips were used as torches on river steamers landing at night. *In 1857 mink skins brought only 20¢.

50 Years Ago March 28, 1968 Loot Club House Sometime late Wednesday or early Thursday morning whiskey, golf balls and golf clubs were taken by burglars who entered the Amery Golf Clubhouse.

For the third time in the past year, thieves entered the structure and helped themselves.

Reuben Christensen discovered the robbery about 1 p.m.

Thursday afternoon when he started to take inventory in the place. Night Officer Gary Bottolfson had checked the clubhouse at 10:30 p.m., Wednesday.

Entry was made through a basement window with two

Dry conditions continued to keep the Amery fire department on alert as they were called to six fires during a three-day span.

Sunday was not a day of rest for the department as they extinguished four grass fires in the surrounding area.

First call was turned in at 11 a.m. from the Blaine Mortimer farm in the town of Alden. An hour and 45 minutes later, they battled a blaze at the Richard Hawley place near the Cameron Bridge.

Final two grass fires of the day were within 15 minutes of each other. At 2 p.m., Amery’s firefighters were at the Robert Wallace farm in the town of Lincoln. A few minutes later they were stopping a fire in a field between the Everett Seekins and Harold Elkin farms in the town of Black Brook.

The only fire reported to the Amery department on Monday was at the Donald Swagger farm in the town of Garfield at 7:55 a.m.

On Tuesday, a grass fire at the Andrew Selvig farm in the town of Black Brook at 2:35 p.m. was the final call of the week for the firefighters.

Wednesday dawned with rain showers to dampen everything but the firefighters spirits.

Close Protection Area to Outside Burning Orders were issued this week forbidding any outside burning during the dry spring.

The directive was made this week by Fire Chief Don Winchell and applies to all areas within the Amery Fire Department’s fire protection district.

Those persons burning will be subject to arrest and fine under the order.

Change Firm Name After 65 Years Effective April 4, all the retail lumberyards of Consolidated Lumber Company will become Arrow Building Centers.

“Years ago a lumberyard was just that, a place to buy lumber.

But over the years, lumberyards began handling more and more varieties of merchandise connected with the home, and the name ‘lumberyard’ was not a good description,” declared Edgerton Bronson, president of the firm.

“Consolidated has served the St. Croix Valley area and the Wisconsin Indianhead area for 65 years, and we feel that Arrow Building Centers will continue the policy of building and growing with the area,” concluded Bronson.

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Committees support getting cost estimates for road into Industrial Park

BY TOM STANGL TSTANGL@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

The Amery City Council’s Public Works and Finance committees will recommend that the council instruct city staff to research and get cost estimates for a road into the city’s new South Industrial Park.

Both committees discussed the project at meetings last week.

This road would be to service the new 20-acre indus-

trial park on the south side of the city. Last year a meeting was held with the Department of Transportation (DOT) to discuss where to place the access road from Hwy. 46 into the new industrial park. The DOT approved the placement of the road in October.

SEH engineer Erik Henningsgard was present at both meetings. Henningsgard outlined the timelines and expenses going forward. The timeline is for preliminary work this year with goal to

bid January 2019 and construct the road during the spring and summer of 2019.

The Finance committee discussed how to pay for the preliminary work and construction.

The new park is in a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district where the city captures all revenues from improvements in the district.

The problem the city is facing is that no improvements have been made in the district, known as TIF 8, so there is no

revenue to work with going forward.

City Clerk-Treasurer Fran Duncanson told the committee that a consulting firm would like to work with the city to explore closing another TIF district, TIF 5, a year early and finding ways to maximize revenues from the remaining districts.

Duncanson explained that she would need to fi le paperwork with the state by May 15 if TIF 5 was going to be closed early or if the city wanted to

redraw the boundaries of any of the other districts to possibly include TIF 8.

Alderman and Finance committee Chair Rick Davis told the committee that they city could borrow the money from the general fund to get some of the preliminary work done. Alderman Rick VanBlaricom expressed his support for the project.

The committee will let TIF 5 expire next year,

Area woman’s story featured in latest ‘Chicken Soup’ collection As Judy Fleming combed through books at New Richmond’s Heritage Center flea market, a volume covered in brown paper caught her eye and sparked memories. With fondness, Fleming recalled covering her schoolbooks in brown paper bags each fall.

The book had a cross drawn on the spine, and Fleming slipped the cover off to find a Bible just like the one she’d had as a parochial student at St. Mary’s School in New Richmond. She flipped to the first page and there, in child’s handwriting, was her maiden name.

The story of what Fleming’s family now calls the “Boomerang Bible” is one of 101 true stories in “Chicken Soup for the Soul: Miracles and More.”

The new addition to the well-known Chicken Soup series brings together stories of miracles that happen every day to people from all walks of life. From miraculous connections to answered prayers, divine intervention, inexplicable healing, angel encounters, and messages from heaven, the book tells the stories of ordinary people who have had extraordinary experiences.

Fleming is a retired home health aide who lives near Wanderoos with her husband of 30 years, Dan. Although the story is Fleming’s, her daughter, Cassandra Kyser, put it to paper. Kyser, who lives in Boyceville, is a regular contributor to Volume One, a culture and entertainment magazine in Wisconsin’s Chippewa Valley.

Chicken Soup for the Soul, the world’s favorite and most recognized storyteller, publishes the book series. With well over 100 million books sold to date in the U.S. and Canada alone, more than 250 titles, and translations into more than 40 languages, “chicken soup for the soul” is regularly referenced in pop culture. Today, 25 years after it first began sharing happiness, inspiration and hope through its books, the company publishes a new title a month, but has also evolved beyond the bookstore with super premium pet food, television shows through its subsidiary, Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, podcasts, positive journalism from aplus.com, education programs, and licensed products, all revolving around true stories, as the company continues “changing the world one story at a time®.”

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Area fire departments responded to a call of a barn fire at Crystal Ball Farms last Thursday, March 29.

Community rushes to Crystal Ball’s aid during barn fire

BY SUZANNE LINDGREN EDITOR@OSCEOLASUN.COM

Area fire departments, passers by and locals rushed to Crystal Ball Farms Organic Dairy in Osceola last Thursday to help mitigate the damage of a barn fire.

Although the barn burned to the ground, creamery manager Jessi Fouks said the outcome would have been worse if a passerby had not stopped to alert her to the fire.

“He came running into the creamery and said, ‘Did you know the barn is on fire?’” recalled Fouks, who called 911 and started bringing cows out of the barn.

She reported that all but two of the farm’s 83 cows survived.

Osceola Fire and Rescue answered the initial call of a barn fire, and paged Dresser-Osceola-Garfield Fire for mutual aid.

“Obviously the barn had a head start against us,” said Osceola Fire Chief Don Stark. “It was burning pretty well when we arrived. We were able to cut the fire off from entering the milking department and the store.”

They called in Somerset Fire and Rescue for more water and paged the St. Croix Falls Fire Department for addition help, Stark reported.

“The biggest thing was the community support,” Stark said.

“I was in awe with the number of

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Thick smoke blanketed the area around the barn. Cows wandered in fields before being rounded up.

people who showed up to corral the animals and get them into an area where they could be milked later. People were parked on both sides of the highway for a half mile. It shows the community’s willingness to help.”

Fouks offered gratitude to everyone who stopped to help gather the cows, reporting Friday afternoon that all but two or three of the younger stock had been found.

The Raddatz farm was sheltering the animals temporarily as Crystal Ball Farms owner Troy DeRosier and manager Fouks cleaned the site and evaluated the damage. The dairy had electricity via generator. DeRosier told KSTP news he hoped the farm would be back on its feet in six to eight months.

The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

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COPYCAT HASHBROWN CASSEROLE Combine in large bowl: 2 pounds frozen hashbrowns, thawed 1/2 c. butter, melted 1 can (10.75 oz.) cream of chicken soup 1 pint sour cream 1/2 c. chopped onion 2 c. grated cheddar cheese 1 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. pepper Spread evenly in a sprayed 11x14” baking pan.

Bake at 350° for 45 minutes or until top is golden.

Serves up to 12.

Muffins are good anytime and anywhere. They travel well and are good at room temp or warmed up.

BASIC ONE BOWL MUFFINS Cream well: 3 T. butter, softened 1/4 c. sugar Add and beat well: 2 eggs Combine and add to the above, alternating with 1 c. milk: 2 c. flour 1 T. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt Combine only until blended. Fill 12 sprayed muffin cups (or lined cups) and bake at 350° for about 25 minutes or until done (toothpick test). Cool in pan 10 minutes and remove to wire rack. Eat warm or room temp.

Hint: Add blueberries, craisins, raisins, chocolate chips, nuts, etc. of your choice.

We don’t hear much about glorified rice anymore but it makes an easy and tasty dessert.

Who doesn’t like cookies? This recipe contains maple syrup, nuts and chocolate chips.

GLORIFIED RICE Drain and save juice: 1 can (13.8 oz.) pineapple tidbits Add enough water to the juice to make 1-1/4 c. liquid.

Put into larger saucepan and bring to a boil: The juice and water Add and stir, remove from heat and cover: 1 c. Minute Rice 3/4 tsp. salt Let set for at least 5 minutes to absorb the liquid.

When liquid is absorbed, add and stir together: The drained pineapple 6 maraschino cherries, diced Put into bowl, cover and chill well.

When cold, beat until stiff peaks form: 1 c. whipping cream 1 T. sugar Fold into the rice mixture: The whipped cream 1 c. mini marshmallows (or 12 large marshmallows, cut into pieces) Serve right away or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Serves 6-8.

MAPLE NUT CHIPPERS In medium bowl, combine well: 2-1/4 c. flour 1 tsp. soda 1/2 tsp. salt In another large bowl, cream together: 1 c. butter, softened 1/2 c. sugar 1/2 c. brown sugar Add and combine well: 1 egg 1/4 c. maple syrup Add the flour mixture and mix well.

Add and combine: 1/2 c. coarsely chopped walnuts 2 c. (1-12 oz. pkg.) semi-sweet chocolate chips Drop by teaspoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets and bake at 375° for 8-10 minutes or until golden. Cool a few minutes on the cookie sheet and remove to wire racks to cool.

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Coffee Cakes are easy to make and is a good treat for any time.

EASY COFFEE CAKE Mix together in smaller bowl for topping: 1/2 c. chopped nuts 1/2 c. brown sugar 1/2 c. white sugar 1 tsp. cinnamon Mix together in larger bowl: 1/2 c. butter, softened 1 c. sugar 2 eggs 2 tsp. vanilla 1 tsp. salt 2 c. flour 1 tsp. baking soda 1 c. sour cream Put half of the batter into a greased/sprayed 9x13” baking pan. Sprinkle half of the topping on top of batter. Put the rest of the batter on top and sprinkle the rest of the topping on top of all. Bake at 325° for 40 minutes or until done (toothpick test).

Tips: Date all foods you buy, freeze or can. That way you can use the oldest foods first.

If taking a salad to work, put the salad dressing on bottom of container, the vegetables, etc. next and lettuce last. Mix salad when ready to eat. The lettuce doesn’t get wilted or soggy because it is away from the dressing.

Keep a shaker full of flour. It is handy to shake flour onto pans, etc. after greasing or onto a surface that needs a bit of flour when making pie crust, dough, etc. You can shake on the amount you want without a mess or fuss.

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Coping with the death of a loved one Grief is universal, yet each loss is unique

At some point, every one of us will experience the loss of a loved one. For some, it will come after an illness and not be a surprise.

For others, it will happen suddenly and unexpectedly. Grief is universal, yet each Health loss is unique.

Matters As a clinical theraKesha Marson, pist at Amery Hospital MSW, LCSW & Clinic Behavioral Licensed Clinical Health Center, I frequently see individSocial Worker, uals who are seeking Amery Hospital & out additional support Clinic Behavioral to cope with the loss of Health Center a loved one, whether it be a family member, friend, co-worker, neighbor or a beloved pet. The way we experience loss is very individualized and unique, therefore the way we cope with death is also individualized and unique. There is no “one size fits all.” I often see individuals who further complicate their ability to cope with death by comparing themselves to others who have coped with loss. Or, they believe they “should be over it” within a certain timeframe.

Grief can be complicated, messy, scary and painful. However, coping with grief is essential to maintaining emotional health, physical health, relationships, employment and overall quality of life.

When a death happens, it can seem impossible to imagine that things will get better. The old saying, “time heals all wounds” has further falsified the way in which many of us cope with loss.

The reality is the feelings surrounding the death of a loved one never truly subside, simply because, you never stop loving that person. In many cases individuals have told me “the loss is as real as it was when it happened.”

Through therapy, I support individuals in their walk through the grief journey by helping them accept their emotions and experiences.

Through sharing thoughts and feelings related to the loss of a loved one, individuals can learn ways to cope with the intense waves of grief. Over time the waves are more manageable and less crippling. And over time, individuals develop their new “normal.”

To cope with a loss, some individuals have found it helpful to share favorite memories of their loved one or even write a letter to their loved one. I like to give individuals permission to simply do what feels right for them. I also like to remind them that they are doing the best they can on that given day, because with grief, every day is a new day.

When a significant loved one dies, it is normal to feel grief. Grief is a natural intense emotional response caused by loss. Things will never be the same.

But there are some ways to continue to grow while keeping a lasting connection with your loved one.

Take time to grieve There is no set timeframe for grieving. You might hope that it will just go away. Or you might try to avoid the pain by not thinking about it. You might think it won’t bring a loved one back, so what’s the point? Even though it can be difficult to talk about loss, it can also be helpful in making sense of our emotional experiences that innate-

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ly arise.

Grief doesn’t just go away. Suppressed grief can resurface causing distress and delayed grieving. This can be surprising to people who thought they already “dealt with it.” When unprocessed, grief can come out “sideways” with behaviors such as aggression and isolation resulting in strained relationships.

Common experiences No two people experience grief in the same way. Some common experiences include: •Difficulty concentrating •Trouble sleeping •Loss of appetite •Withdrawal from others •Intense sadness or tears •Irritability •Anger •Spiritual distress Look and ask for support Like any mental health struggles, we don’t need to suffer alone. There are people who care, who will listen and who “get it.” Find people who can walk the grief journey with you. Talk regularly about your grief and your memories with someone you trust. Being vulnerable allows for opportunity to receive love and support that we may not have otherwise known.

Don’t try to get over it The goal is not to fix it or get over it. The goal is to learn to be in it, with the sadness, memories and love – and to adapt to this new sense of normal – which will never be the same without your loved one in it. Plan for special days such as holidays or anniversaries.

Feelings can be particularly intense at these times. Give yourself permission to do things differently. Whatever you decide to do this year doesn’t mean you are committed to doing it that way forever.

Take care of yourself Healthy grieving is an active process.

Treat yourself with the same care you would extend to a friend.

•Be careful to maintain healthy eating and sleeping patterns •Exercise moderately and regularly •Take warm, leisurely baths •See a counselor •Get a massage •Take a yoga class •Spend time in nature •Do something to help someone else Grief is not linear it’s not a “to do” list that is clean, organized – and that we can check off the boxes once they are done. Grief typically comes in waves – which is a common metaphor used to describe grief. These “grief waves” of heightened emotion and triggers come and go and have high and low peaks.

Sometimes we have to hold on for dear life, trying to keep our heads above water and not be swept away as these waves crash over us. Waves come and go with the tide, yet there is always movement – current – that never goes away. We have to learn how to keep our footing so that the waves that will continue to come don’t keep knocking us over.

Instead, we learn what flotation devices are helpful – often what keeps us afloat is our support system of family, friends, neighbors, faith community, and/or professionals.

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AAA: Annual Traffic Safety Survey Shows Risky Driving on the Rise Distracted and Aggressive Driving Top the List of Driver Concerns MADISON, Wisc. — Distracted driving tops driver’s list of growing dangers on the road, according to a new survey from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. The annual Traffic Safety Culture Index shows that 88 percent of drivers believe distracted driving is on the rise, topping other risky behaviors like: Aggressive driving: 68 percent Drivers using drugs: 55 percent Drunk driving: 43 percent The number of drivers who report using a cellphone behind the wheel jumped 30 percent since 2013. Nearly half (49 percent) of drivers report recently talking on a hand-held phone while driving and nearly 35 percent have sent a text or email. Despite their behavior, nearly 58 percent of drivers say talking on a cellphone behind the wheel is a very serious threat to their personal safety, while 78 percent believe that texting is a significant danger. A recent study from the AAA Foundation shows drivers talking on a cellphone are up to four times as likely to crash while those who text are up to eight times as likely to be involved in a crash.

The annual survey also shows an increase

in the number of drivers who admit to speeding and running red lights, despite widespread social disapproval of both behaviors: Half of drivers (50.3%) reported driving 15 mph over the speed limit on a freeway (up from 45.6%) and 47.6% reported driving 10 mph over the speed limit on a residential street (up from 46.0%).

There is greater social disapproval for speeding on a residential street than on freeways.

Only 23.9% of drivers believe that driving 15 mph over the speed limit on a freeway is completely or somewhat acceptable while only 14.0% of motorists deem driving 10 mph over the speed limit on a residential street as acceptable.

A large portion of drivers (42.7%) admitted to driving through a stoplight that has just turned red when they could have stopped safely in the past 30 days, despite most drivers (92.9%) viewing it as an unacceptable behavior.

“With more than 37,000 deaths on U.S. roads in 2016, we need to continue finding ways to limit driving distractions and improve traffic safety,” said Nick Jarmusz, Wisconsin director of public affairs for AAA. “The Foundation’s work offers insight on drivers’ atti-

tudes toward traffic safety and their behaviors, so we can better understand the issue and identify potential countermeasures to reduce crashes.”

Drivers in the AAA survey believe the problem of distracted driving has increased over the past three years, with nearly 50 percent reporting that they regularly see drivers emailing or texting while driving.

Counterintuitively, federal estimates show the number of distracted driving crashes has actually dropped two percent.

This may be due to the fact that it is difficult to detect distraction following a crash which makes distracted driving one of the most underreported traffic safety issues.

According to government estimates, distraction plays a factor in just 14 percent of all crashes.

However, past AAA Foundation research looking into teen drivers (one of the most vulnerable driving populations), used in-vehicle dash-cam videos to determine that distraction was a factor in 58 percent of crashes, 44 percent more than federal estimates.

Any level of risk is too high when it comes to safe driving. Tasks that require a driver to take their eyes or attention off the road should be avoided while the vehicle is in

motion- including the use of cellphones, infotainment systems, or navigation systems. AAA urges drivers to act responsibly when behind the wheel.

In order to avoid distractions, drivers should: Put aside electronic distractions and never use text messaging, email, video games or internet functions, including those built into the vehicle, while driving.

Pre-program your GPS and adjust seats, mirrors, climate controls and sound systems before driving.

Properly secure children and pets and store loose possessions and other items that could roll around in the car.

Snack smart by avoiding messy foods that can be difficult to manage.

The new survey results are part of the AAA Foundation’s annual Traffic Safety Culture Index, which identifies attitudes and behaviors related to traffic safety.

The survey data are from a sample of 2,613 licensed drivers ages 16 and older who reported driving in the past 30 days. The AAA Foundation issued its first Traffic Safety Culture Index in 2008, and the latest report is online at www.AAAFoundation.org.

HIGHER EDUCATION HONORS / ACCOLADES

Gorres Awarded President’s List at Rollins College Winter Park, Fla. – Rollins College President Grant Cornwell recently announced President’s List honors for academic excellence in the 2017 Fall Term and Isaac Gorres of Amery has achieved this distinction. To be included on the President’s List, students must complete a minimum of sixteen (16) letter-graded semester hours and earn a GPA between 3.75 - 4.00.

In the letter of notification President Cornwell stated, “I commend you on your achievement and commitment to your education. Please accept our congratulations and best wishes for continued success in all your endeavors.”

Isaac attended Amery High School and is majoring in Biology and Art History at Rollins College.

Rollins College is located in Winter Park, Florida, near Orlando. Founded in 1885, it is the oldest college in Florida. Rollins serves approximately 2,000 undergraduate students in their College of Liberal Arts.

ADRC Elderly Nutriton Program Please reserve your meals at least 24 hours in advance. A&H 715-635-7199, Amery 715-268-6818, Grantsburg 715-463-2940, Milltown 715-825-5025, Siren 715-349-2845, Webster 715-866-5300 Meal sites are closed on Wednesdays unless otherwise specified. Menu subject to change without notice. Bread and milk offered with all meals.

Thursday, April 5: Roast beef, gravy, mashed potato, cabbage, bread and butter, fruit - cook’s choice.

Friday, April 6: BBQ pork ribs, new potatoes, squash, bread and butter, fruit - cook’s choice.

Monday, April 9: Pork chow mein, rice, Chinese noodles, oriental vegetables, mandarin oranges.

Tuesday, April 10: Beef stew, toss salad with dressing, corn bread and butter, cherry crisp with topping.

BIRTHS St. Croix Regional Medical Center, St. Croix Falls Ezra Eugene Lightfeather, 8 lbs. 4 ozs., born on March 25 to Danielle Keller and James Lightfeather of Siren.

Finley Beth Schroepfer, 7 lbs. 9 ozs., born on March 23 to Ali and Andrew Schroepfer of Shafer, MN.

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Andersen graduates from basic military training

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U.S. Air Force National Guard Airman 1st Class Brady A. Andersen graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas.

The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training also earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

Andersen is the son of Daniel V. Andersen of Osceola, and Brenda L. Andersen of New Richmond, and brother of Breanna M. and Hanna D. Andersen of New Richmond,.

He is a 2017 graduate of Osceola High School, Osceola, Wis.

Storytime Join us for 30 minutes of interactive stories, songs, and more on Wednesdays at 10:00 AM. Each Storytime is followed by engaging early learning activities at 10:30 AM. Saturday family program Lego Mania Block Party, April 7th at 10:00 AM 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.

Homeschool Club Second Friday of the month through April, 9:30 -11:30 AM

Teen advisory board Open to 12-18 year olds, the Teen Advisory Board meets on the first Friday of each month, 3:30 PM 4:30 PM, to plan events, talk about books and more.

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 Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane by Lisa See. Book sales The Friends of the Library Book Sale is held on the first Saturday of the month, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM, and on the Thursday evening prior to the Saturday sale, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Friends The Friends of the Amery Area Public Library Foundation meets

on the third Monday of the month at 4:30 PM. Meetings are open to all members and to the public.

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

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

Hours Library hours are Monday through Thursday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Friday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, and Saturday 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

SELF HELP GROUPS Advance Directive Workshop. Who would make your healthcare decisions in the event you are unable to? How would this person know what decisions you would want made? Learn more about Advance Directives and how to complete them. Free Advance Directive Workshop will be held the first Wednesday of the month from 10-11 a.m. Wisconsin and Minnesota Advance Directives will be available. Call St. Croix Regional Medical Education Services at 715-483-0431 or 800-642-1336 ext. 2431 to register.

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

Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Monday 7 p.m., Wednesday 10 a.m., 7 p.m., Thursday 7 p.m., Friday 8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m., Sunday 7 p.m. at Amery Community Center, 608 Harriman Ave. S. 715-781-4380 Jason.

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

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

Caregiver Support Group meets the third Tuesday of every month from 2-3:30 p.m. at the Peace Lutheran Church in Dresser. Contact Barb at ADRC of NW WI at 877-485-2372 for more information.

Compassionate Friends, Tri- County Chapter meets the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. First Lutheran church, Clear Lake. This group offers support and understanding to families who are grieving the death of a child of any age, from any cause. For more information call 715-263-2739 Domestic Violence (DV) and Sexual Assault (SA) Support Groups and Services. Polk County - domestic violence (DV), sexual assault (SA) and the children’s group are every Monday (DV) and Tuesday (SA) beginning at 6 p.m. Call CRA to find out more info and for the location. Burnett County call CRA for info (the day and time will be changing). For more information call CRA 715-825-4414 or the 24 hour crisis line 1-800-261-7233. All groups and services are free of charge.

Early Stage Alzheimer Support Group. For the diagnosed person and their caregiver. Challenges in early-stage dementia will be discussed, along with therapeutic benefits of family involvement. Sponsored in part by the 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 Professonals Network. Meets the third Thursday of each month. Contact Beth Neely at 715-483-1482 for more information. All family child care providers are welcome.

Farm Crisis. Information on financial, mental health, legal, job retraining resources. Call 1-800-942-2474.

Golden Age Manor Family Council meets the first Saturday 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.

Head Injury Support Group. Closed head injury, stroke, aneurism or traumatic brain injury which affects your daily living? Learn to cope with your disabilities, provide insight and camaraderie. Second Friday of each month 2-3:30 p.m. Frederic Public Library. Contact Julie Martin 715-327-4474.

Moms in Prayer International. •Two or more women who meet regularly to pray for their children, their schools, their teachers and administrators. •Mothers, grandmothers or anyone who is willing to pray for a specific child and school. •We meet at the Journey Church, 131 Broadway St., Amery, Mondays from 1:302:30 p.m. Contact Jen at 715-268-2223 with questions.

•New MIP for women with college aged children meets Tuesdays at 11 a.m. Contact Lanni Meagher 715-2685270.

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

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

NA meetings. There’s hope. Every Saturday 6 p.m. St. Croix Casino & Hotel, Turtle Lake. Room 121. Everyone welcome to attend. Info call Pat at 715-553-2859.

Overeaters Anonymous Group. Monday evening 5:30 p.m. at the St. Croix Alano Club across from the clinic on Adams Street in St. Croix Falls. Questions call 715-825-3416.

PEPTalk - P(arents)E(ncouraging)P(arents)... exists to encourage, support, and build up a community of homeschool families in Polk County, Wisconsin. We welcome all types of homeschooling families to check us out! PEPTalk activities happen throughout the month. For more information contact Jenn Dueholm, jenndueholm@yahoo.com or Wendy Dietrich, thedietrichs@amerytel.net. Like us on Facebook under PEPTalk.

Polk County Parent-To-Parent Coaliton, a network for parents of children from birth through adulthood who have disabilities or other special needs.

For more information about meetings and advocacy support, contact Lynne 715-472-2002.

PREGNANT. Need help? Our tests and help are free and confidential. 715-755-BABY (2229). Osceola Life Care Center.

Student Assistance Program is for students in the Amery school district who may be having personal or family problems. Strict confidentiality is followed except in cases of danger to self or others. Call 715-2680303 for middle school S.A.P. members or 715-2680214 for high school S.A.P. members.

TEENS—Talk before you run. Trained counselors will listen. 1-800-491-8336 or 715-235-8882.

TEENCARE. Where teens get help fast. 1-800-4918336.

TOPS Club meets Tuesdays 3:30-5 p.m. at the Balsam Lake Municipal Building (under the water tower), Balsam Lake. Contact Sheila 715-857-5892 or just come to a meeting. TOP’s mission is to support our members as they take off and keep off pounds sensibly.

Tutors: Free tutors are available to anyone who would like help studying for GED, English as a Second Language (ESL), or with basic skills in reading or math. Call 715-405-7323 to be matched with a local tutor.

Veteran’s Support Group. 1st Tuesday monthly 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Amery VFW, 130 Wisconsin Ave. Spouses/significant other also welcome and encouraged to attend. Contact Dan 715-768-0679, Amanda 715-429-0467 or Dianna 715-607-1898. Sponsored by Amery VFW Post 7929 and American Legion Post 169.

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 group on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. at Anderson Hall Chapel at the Wapogasset Lutheran Bible Camp. The class combines the somatic approach of yoga with the cognitive approach of the 12-steps. Y12SR is open to anyone and everyone dealing with their own addictive behavior or affected by the addictive behavior of others.

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Valley residents demand FAIR ELECTION! Mary Ann Tinkersly sat one row to my left and one seat ahead of me in algebra class during the spring of 1998, and no amount of studying was going to make up for the confusion she created in my brain cells each day during fourth period.

In June, Mary Ann and I began walking our lambs together in anticipation of the FFA judging at the upcoming Spring County Fair.

My lamb, Archibald, was looking fit. Mary Ann’s entry, Snowflake, was in pristine condition by the time August rolled around and was a favorite to win.

The most memorable days of my growing up years occurred in late August 1998. The anticipation was palpable as three historically significant events converged at one time and in one place.

First, the mayoral election. Everyone expected the election to be concluded prior to kicking off the county fair on Wednesday. But there we were, still listening to Raymond Cooper broadcast the evils of the Federal Reserve System, as well as those of his opponent. The front page of The Lennox Valley Hometown News, normally filled with stories related to fair competitions and visiting celebrities, was filled with articles about the previous week’s ballot count and Juliet Stoughton’s decision to bow out of the upcoming run-off, allowing “Silver Tongue” Dick Bland to face Raymond Cooper “mano a mano.”

Second, the scheduled appearance of Tangi Blevins and the Heavenly Hosts Friday night at the fair. Each year in late August, most of the excitement, especially among the Valley’s female population, was reserved for the lineup of pseudo-celebrities who made their way through the county fair circuit, and 1998 was no exception. Not since “Mr. Sound Effects” Wes Harrison visited Spring County in 1983 had a celebrity of this stature made an appearance.

It was hard to imagine which was subject to more discussion, the fair or the election, as Wednesday began. Iris Long, editor of the Hometown News, wrote as much in her weekly editorial.

“Every town,” Iris began, “deserves a week each year to take a break from the ordinary. What better way than to watch our youth display their prize-winning animals, ride a Ferris wheel, or see our favorite entertainers in person?”

“This week,” she continued, “we will

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enjoy our fair, but at the same time we have important business at hand.” She was, of course, writing about the mayoral election.

“Let me suggest,” she wrote, “we face reality and see Raymond Cooper for who he really is.”

She went on to detail Cooper’s antics, from the egg price-fixing scheme to his conversion at the Lutheran church.

“Join me,” she continued, “in voting for Dick Bland for mayor of Lennox Valley.” She concluded her editorial, “When election day is over Thursday evening, we can all take a collective breath and enjoy our children, our fair and our community in the way they are meant to be enjoyed.”

The third memorable event was, of course, the FFA judging. As much as I had prepared for this day, in my heart I wanted Mary Ann to win. As I sat in my stall trimming the wool on Archibald’s legs, I could see Mary Ann brushing Snowflake after bringing her in from a bath.

The livestock were kept in a barn next to the Pavilion, which housed displays from gutter companies, real estate agents and the John Deere dealer from Springfield. The Pavilion was usually relatively quiet, with folks walking through to look at displays and fill out cards, hoping to win a used car, ironing board, or some other valuable prize.

The fair gates opened on Wednesday at 11 a.m., allowing folks to wander through and look over livestock before competitions began at 2 p.m. Generally not much happened before the competitions, but this was no normal year. At noon there seemed to be a commotion in the Pavilion, and everyone began to head that way.

When I got to the Pavilion, I could barely believe my eyes. There was Raymond Cooper, beginning his live broadcast of “Renderings with Raymond” from the Spring County Fair.

As an excited fair-goer handed her baby to the candidate, Raymond pronounced, “You know, I’ve heard Dick Bland doesn’t like babies.”

Seated at a table next to the standing Cooper, Marvin Walsh bellowed, “I heard he hates puppies and kittens, too!”

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AMERY COMMUNITY EDUCATION If you did not receive a Community Education brochure in your mail, you can find a copy at all four schools, the public libraries, and online at www.amerysd. k12.wi.us. Pre-register for all classes through Amery Community Ed by calling 715-268-9771 x220 or online (www.amerysd.k12.wi.us) unless the class description indicates otherwise.

Inspired Menopause!

We’ll discuss foggy thinking, focus, clarity, creativity, and purpose.

April 10 from 5-6 p. Fee $15. Pre-register with Community Ed. 4K/K Music FUNdamentals prepares 4K and K students for piano lessons by teaching basic music skills in a small group setting. Through singing, rhythm and movement games, the students experience steady beat, melody, phrasing, coordination and listening skills. Six Wed., April 11 - May 16 from 4:10-4:40 p. Fee $74.

WI 1900-1920 ”Grandpa's World Will Never be the Same": Come with questions and to learn more about unusual characters and surprising events during this historical time

period. Lots of photos, maps, and charts will be available to see. April 16 from 6:30-8 p. Fee $9 per person or $14 per family. Pre-register with Community Ed. Video Editing with Adobe Premiere Pro: We’ll cover trimming video, visual effects, transitions, underlying music, and stacking multiple videos together.

Familiarity with computer operations is required. April 17, 19 & 24 from 5:30-7:30 p. WITC Fee $24.33 or Sr Fee (62+ as of 12/26/2017) $4.50.

Pre-register with WITC: www.witc.edu or 1-800243-9482 ext 4221. Class # 25504 DIY Custom WELCOME Sign Workshop: Join us for this fun hands-on class to make a tall, 9x48, dark brown with white text WELCOME sign. The boards will be cut to length and a stencil will be ready when you arrive. You will stain, paint, finish, and go home with a finished sign for yourself or as a gift! April 17 at 5:30 p.

Fee $55 Pre-register by April 10 through Community Ed. Tumbling Warriors II For 3-4 year old boys and girls who want to learn the basics of

gymnastics and have fun doing it! Gymnasts must be potty trained and able to leave their parent at the door. Class will focus on age-appropriate gymnastics/tumbling skills, following directions, taking turns and working independently at stations.

April 19, 24, 26, May 1, 3 from 4-4:30 p. Fee $24.

Wild Mushrooms: Spring Edibles - Learn to identify, harvest and prepare wild morel mushrooms and all forms of true and false morels. We will also discuss Oyster and Pheasant's Back mushrooms and several edible spring plants.

April 23 & 24 from 5:30-8:30 p. WITC Fee $24.33 or Sr Fee (62+ as of 12/26/2017) $4.50.

Pre-register with WITC: www.witc.edu or 1-800243-9482 ext 4221. Class # 25493 Card Stamping Workshop: We will make six cards of 3 designs (graduation, humorous and mystery).

Everything is designed and pre-cut; you get to stamp and assemble.

April 24 from 6-8 p. Fee $9 to Community Ed. Supply Fee $12 to pay at class. Add'l cards $2 each. Adhesive for sale if you don't have your own.

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cluck If you are unable to walk, consider supporting a walker with your donation or purchasing a Tribute Flag to honor a cancer survivor or in memory of a loved one. Tribute flags forms will be available at both banks in Frederic after the kick off and in Luck at the Luck Pharmacy, Luck Clinic and Library.

Many Frederic and Luck businesses will be selling athletic shoes for $1 and displaying them in their windows or the interior of their stores.

Again this year, Frederic area businesses may purchase a Sign of Hope for $35, and this opportunity will be available to businesses in Luck too.

The signs will be placed along the walk route with the name of the business.

The signs are a good way to advertise and support the walk.

“The American Cancer Society is a nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives and diminishing suffering from cancer through research, education, advocacy and service.”

The ACS offers hope, progress and answers.

For further information on the Frederic-Luck ACS Sole Burner Walk/ Run, contact Elvira at 715-653-2684. For cancer information and resources call 1.800.ACS.2345 or visit the website at www. cancer.org.

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ADVENTURES FOR FRIENDS AND FAMILIES Thursday Mornings in April & May beginning April 5th, 10:30 – 11:30 am Nature’s Story Time for Pre-schoolers and their Caregivers. Story, Songs & Nature Activities, Come dressed for the Weather, Come dressed for Fun! Sunday, April 8th, 2018, 1:00 – 3:00 pm Fun with Fungus! Growing Shiitake Mushrooms. We will discover fascinating fungi facts, learn to propagate these log-grown beauties and inoculate a log of your own to take home. Cost: $10.00/ log. Please call to reserve a log.

Saturday April 21, 9:00-11:00 am Volunteer Conservationist Leader Training - Invasive Plant Control . Learn to identify invasive plants, their locations in the park and eradication methods. Meet at the Ice Age Center.

Saturday April 21, 1:00- 4:00pm Work-Play-Celebrate Earth Day. Volunteers will help clear trees and branches from picnic & trail areas, staining and repair of picnic tables and invasive species removal. Wear long pants, boots and gloves. Individual and group efforts are all welcome! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at the Beach House.

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Spring

By: Larry Phillipson ©3-18 The calendar says Spring is here, Yes it shouted it loud and clear.

It seems like it is lazy and slow, Waiting for the warm winds to blow.

I got too late for St. Patrick's Day, But it's o.k. we celebrated any way.

Soon the snow will melt and be gone, Then we'll have a chance to travel on.

Getting ready for garden planting time, Putting on fertilizer and some lime.

Getting the seeds ready in a pile, Waiting patiently all the while.

The seeds will be planted carefully, Very slowly and meticulously.

It seems the weeds grow so fast, Sometimes outgrowing our plants at last.

Finally the harvests come in awhile, Seems like it is worth the trial.

When we harvest the crop, For veggies not needed in the shop.

Larry Phillipson is a poet laureate of Amery, Wisconsin

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Spring is just around the corner, and so is the Frederic-Luck American Cancer Society (ACS) Sole Burner Walk/Run. Plan ahead and set aside Saturday, May12, 2018, for this big event. The walk can be a fun family or organization activity and a healthy way to help a worthy cause. It is also a chance for the Frederic, Luck and Amery communities to rally together and support cancer survivors, help fund education, and raise money to eliminate cancer in the future. The ACS Sole Burner is also an important way to support cancer research.

For the second year, the event will be held at the Frederic 6-12 School, 1437 Clam Fall Drive, Frederic, WI. Walk participants may choose a two, three or five mile route. Refreshments will be available and each participant who raises at least $60 may choose to receive a Tee shirt.

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AMERY SCHOOLS Thursday, April 5— Breakfast in all buildings: Mini pancakes or Warrior sandwich or cereal and cheese stick, fruit choices, fruit juice.

Lien elementary lunch: Sloppy Joes, broccoli/cauliflower blend, garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate & Middle school lunch: Sloppy Joes or hot ham & cheese, broccoli/cauliflower blend.

High school lunch: Sloppy Joes or hot ham & cheese, broccoli/cauliflower blend.

Friday, April 6— Breakfast in all buildings: Bacon egg scramble or yogurt parfait or cereal and graham, fruit choices, fruit juice.

Lien elementary lunch: Popcorn chicken, stuffing, mashed potatoes w/ gravy, corn, garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate & Middle school lunch: Popcorn chicken, sliced bread, mashed potatoes w/gravy, corn.

High school lunch: Popcorn chicken, sliced bread, mashed potatoes w/gravy, corn.

Monday, April 9— Breakfast in all buildings: Yogurt and muffin or breakfast pizza or cereal and graham, fruit choices, fruit juice.

Lien elementary lunch: Chicken patty, potato wedges, broccoli and cheese,

CLEAR LAKE SCHOOLS Thursday, April 5— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal and Nutri Grain bar or ham & cheese bagel, fruit, fruit juice, milk.

Elementary lunch: Toasted cheese sandwich or PB&J “Uncrustable,” tomato soup, crackers, vegetables with dip, strawberries, frozen yogurt.

HS breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, cheese omelet, muffin, french toast sticks, oatmeal bar, Nutri Grain bar.

HS lunch: Toasted cheese sandwich or PB&J “Uncrustable,” or oriental chicken salad, tomato soup, crackers, vegetables/dip, strawberries, mandarin oranges.

Friday, April 6— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal or french toast sticks, cheese omelet, fruit juice, fruit, milk.

Elementary lunch: Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes/gravy, dinner roll, steamed corn, applesauce, mixed fruit.

HS breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, yogurt, “Gripz” graham crackers, donut holes, cereal bar, sausage links.

HS lunch: Chicken nuggets or salisbury steak, mashed potatoes/gravy, dinner roll, sweet potato souffle, applesauce, blueberries.

Monday, April 9— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal or oatmeal, cereal bar, fruit juice, fruit, milk.

Elementary lunch: Mini corn dogs or peanut butter sandwich, potato wedges, steamed broccoli, cheese sauce, sliced

garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate & Middle school lunch: Chicken patty or build your own hoagie, potato wedges.

High school lunch: Chicken patty or build your own hoagie, potato wedges.

Tuesday, April 3— Breakfast in all buildings: Bagel and cream or Lumberjack or cereal and cheese stick, fruit choices, fruit juice.

Lien elementary lunch: Walking tacos, black bean salad, garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate & Middle school lunch: Walking tacos or chicken fajitas, black bean salad.

High school lunch: Your Way Tacos, pork carnitas or chicken fajita, nachos or softshell, black bean salad.

Wednesday, April 4— Breakfast in all buildings: Breakfast egg wrap or assorted bread or cereal and graham, fruit choices, fruit juice.

Lien elementary lunch: Chicken nuggets w/brown rice, roasted brussels sprouts, creamy coleslaw, garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate & Middle school lunch: Chicken nuggets or BBQ pork sandwich, brown rice, roasted brussels sprouts, creamy coleslaw.

High school lunch: Chicken nuggets or BBQ pork sandwich, brown rice, roasted brussels sprouts, creamy coleslaw.

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HS breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, sausage links, Nutri Grain bar, chocolate chip “UBR” cereal bar, banana bread.

HS lunch: “Brunch Lunch,” cheese omelet, donut, sausage links, juice, hash browns, salsa, orange wedges, milk, (grilled chicken salad option).

Tuesday, April 10— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal and graham crackers or pancake sausage stick with syrup, fruit juice, fruit, milk.

Elementary lunch: Warrior burger or macaroni & cheese, french fries, baked beans, applesauce, blueberries.

HS breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, yogurt, oatmeal bar, scrambled eggs, muffin, Little John donut.

HS lunch: Warrior burger or pulled pork sandwich, french fries, baked beans, mandarin oranges, sliced pears.

Wednesday, April 11— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal and yogurt or peanut butter & jelly “uncrustable,” fruit juice, fruit, milk.

Elementary lunch: “Oodles of Noodle” with meat sauce or chicken alfredo, breadstick, garden salad bar, sliced peaches.

HS breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, Zee Zee bar, muffin, yogurt, Canadian bacon, egg & cheese sandwich, “Gripz” graham crackers.

HS lunch: Penne pasta with meat sauce or chicken alfredo, breadstick, caesar salad, steamed broccoli, sliced apples, slushie fruit cup.

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AMERY AREA COMMUNITY CENTER I hope everyone had a wonderful Easter holiday! I’m hoping that warm spring weather is just around the corner!

But if you’re looking for an indoor activity, come to the Community Center. Our Annual Rummage Sale will take place on April 19th from 7:30am-4pm and on April 20th from 7:30amnoon. Our main hall will be packed with lots of goodies to choose from.

Please note that we do take rummage sale items all year long except for clothing, shoes, computers, TVs and large furniture pieces.

If you’re a Twins fan you’ll want to sign up for our Twins vs Brewers game at Target Field. The game is a 1:10pm game on Sunday May 20th. The cost is $60 which includes a game ticket and the bus. You can either mail your check or stop in at the Center to register and pay. The deadline is April 20th and we need 25 people. Please call us at 715-268-6605 if you have any questions.

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 7am4:30pm Monday through Thursday and 7am-2pm on Fridays. There are

no contracts to lock into and no hidden fees. Come down and check us out!

We are looking for vendors to participate in our Annual Vendor and Bake Sale Fundraiser which be held on June 30th from 9am-2pm.

Tables are only $20 and we are looking forward to having a large variety of vendors. Please contact the Center if you have any questions.

If you love to knit or crochet please stop by every Thursday from 12:30pm-2:30pm starting March 1st and enjoy working on your projects or take lessons from Amanda. This class is for members of the Community Center.

We always have people asking if there is anything we need here at the Center. We can always use things like stamps, sympathy cards, toilet paper, paper towels, cleaning supplies, and coffee.

Tuesday pool winners on March 20th were Stinger in first, Jerry Fisher in second, Gary Snelling came in third, Loren Bavin took fourth, and Wendell Anderson took home the consolation prize.

Tuesday pool players on March 27th were Paul Seidel in first place, Mary Fisher in second, and Jerry Fisher received the consolation prize.

Thursday pool player winners on March 22nd

were Paul Seidel in first, Gary Snelling in second, Jerry Fisher took third and Les Peterson won the consolation prize.

Thursday pool players on March 29th were Gary Snelling in first, Mary Fisher in second, Les Peterson came in third, Jan Knutson placed fourth and Milt Johnson won the consolation prize.

Wii bowling winners on March 20th were Milt Johnson in first, Mary Fisher placed second and Paul Seidel took third.

Wii Bowling winners on March 27th were Dave Olson in first, Jerry Fisher in second, and Sandy White came in third.

Wednesday bridge winners on March 21st were Pat Carlson in first, John Nelson in second, and Bev Kjeseth took third.

Wednesday bridge winners on March 28th were Peggy Farmer in first, Kate Kellerman in second, Lou Molner placed third and Patty Talbot came in fourth.

Monday bridge winners on March 19th were Sue Saarem in first and Matt Saarem took second. On March 26th Ruth Ann Riley came in first and Peg Bavin placed second.

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Anyone in Wisconsin digging with a shovel, posthole digger or anything else that disturbs the soil is required to contact Diggers Hotline, either by phone by dialing 811 or at www.

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DNR Spring Hearings/Conservation Congress Annual County Meetings Polk County Annual Fish and Wildlife Public Meeting April 9 Wisconsin residents will be able to nominate and elect local representatives to the Wisconsin Conservation Congress and express support or non-support for a range of advisory questions on natural resources management issues at the Conservation Congress’ spring meetings held in every county of the state on Monday, April 9 starting at 7 p.m.

The county meetings are held jointly with the Department of Natural Resources Spring Hearings.

The Wisconsin Conservation Congress is a statutorily established advisory group to the state Natural Resources Board (NRB).

“In Polk County, the joint DNR and Conservation Congress annual county meeting will be held at the Unity H.S. Auditorium, 1908 State Hwy 46, in Balsam Lake, WI 54810,” said Wally Trudeau, chair of the Polk County delegation.

At the meeting, citizens will have the opportunity to comment and register their support or non-support for congress proposals that could someday become the rules that regulate fishing, hunting, trapping and other outdoor recreation activities in Wisconsin.

They may also submit resolutions addressing conservation needs or concerns they observe.

“Citizens have the opportunity to weigh in on natural resources issues that may affect them. The Congress asks these questions to

gauge the public’s support, or lack thereof, on any given issue,” said Trudeau.

Results of the public’s input on these proposals will be presented to the Natural Resources Board in May 2018. If there is support for a proposal, the advisory question could become a DNR rule change proposal in following years.

This year the Conservation Congress will seek public input on 36 advisory questions on a range of topics, some of which include: •a proposal to return to a threezone mink and muskrat season framework; •a proposal to allow the unrestricted harvest of white perch on Lake Superior; •a proposal to change the requirements for obtaining a Wisconsin Guide License; •a proposal to designate all karstic Wisconsin as sensitive areas; •a proposal to allow the transfer of bear tags to Wisconsin senior hunters (≥ 70 years old); •a proposal to eliminate the group deer hunting law; "Conservation Congress advisory questions generally originate from citizens’ ideas." said Larry Bonde, Chairman of the Wisconsin Conservation Congress. "If resolutions presented at the county level meetings are supported, the resolution is advanced to one of the Congress' advisory committees and the District Leadership Coun-

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cil for consideration.

"Each year, there are over 200 resolutions submitted locally. Not all pass, but the ones that do have the potential to become a rule, policy or legislative change in the subsequent years," Bonde said. "It is a true grassroots process that empowers the citizens of this state to shape natural resources policy."

Anyone submitting resolutions must submit two copies of their resolution typed or neatly printed on 8-1/2 by 11-inch white paper.

Resolution writing instructions and a template for writing a resolution are available online at http:// dnr.wi.gov/About/WCC/springhearing.html In addition to the Congress advisory questions, the county meeting is also reserved for the election of delegates to the Wisconsin Conservation Congress. To vote for Congress delegates, one must be 18 years old and provide identification along with proof of residency in the county.

“There will be two seats up for election, in Polk County in 2018,” stated Trudeau. " Any citizen of the county, who is a Wisconsin resident and is at least 18 years of age may be nominated to the Congress for a two or three-year term. Nominees must be willing to volunteer their time and represent their local citizens on natural resource issues.”

“I Do” A Bridal Guide is included in this issue of the Amery Free Press Fierce Farewell and Gentle Greeting How the lion roared his feigned farewell; we smiled when in mid-month,the lamb appeared, but March, the rascal, either tale can tell.

Now--Has the lion held sway?--could be feared.

The blanket, cold and white, returned, increased, in swirling, veil-like spirals in the air.

By faithful season's change, we believe them ceased, and trust the perky green is under there.

As in years past, the unlikely victor enters; a dripping, dreamy, foolish April soon holds sway, and, though the lion roars, an impotent dissenter,, come mist and showers that to spring give way.

So, wild and furious, though his parting shot be, time and history show it all a sham, and the blustery lion of winter, we'll see, bested by things like robin, raindrop, lamb.

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Winners are, from left: Micha Swanson, Tyler Schultz, Benjamin Briggs and Lucas Gilbertson.

Winning special baskets at the Easter Egg Hunt in Amery on March 31 are, from left: Emmett Olson, Kiyanna Lindner, Tanden and Selene Ideker, Ben Griepentrog and Reid Lauterbach

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Patty is a five year old Declawed Orange and White Tabby with a short coat. This chubby girl is used to the good life and she is anxious to trade her studio apartment sublet at the shelter, for full size apartment of her very own. Patty dreams of the day she will wake up from her slumbers at

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Amelia is a Classic Brown Tabby with chubby cheeks and a round physique. She is probably the friendliest cat we have at the shelter right now. She has much love to give; she appreciates a kind word and gentle hand. Ms. Amelia should be an only cat to spoil you all by herself. Both of these lap cats are two years old and are offered at a reduced adoption fee.

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since we have had more than one or two dogs to offer for adoption. New to our adoption kennel are: Milo, six year old Black and White Chihuahua-Shih Tzu Mix. He loves to be cuddled and snuggle in bed.

Cody, three year old Jack Russell Terrier with a white wiry coat. He is good with kids and dogs, will chase cats. Cody is active and friendly; housetrained and walks well on leash. He loves to run and play.

Rufus, a nine year old White Schnauzer. He is a solid 20 pounds, walks well on leash and loves to cuddle. He is looking for a home in the country with someone who is

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Angela and Albert came to our shelter as a pair of strays, found in the ditch together. We are assuming they are brother and sister, approximately six months of age. Angela has a short soft Grey coat with mittens and a tuxedo bib. She is a stunner.

Albert is a classic Black and White Tuxedo kitten with identical mittens and bib. Angela and Albert play well with other cats and seemed okay with a dog they met.

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He behaves with manners and has lived with children in a previous home. Clyde plays well with other dogs and is okay with cats.

Marnie, Tilley and Bamboo are young pups with endless energy; Lab, Boxer and Catahoula Leopard Mixes. Visit these pets at Arnell Memorial Humane Society, Amery. 715 268-7387 and online: ARNELLHUMANE.ORG

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Clear Lake has four on All-Conference teams The Clear Lake girls basketball team has four members on the Central Lakeland Conference All-Conference teams.

Sophomores Juliana Rosen and Maggie Rosen made the first team. Junior Maddie Zimmer was named to the second team and senior Montana Niles received honorable mention.

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Alison Leslie, Clayton, 11 Maddy Otto, Cameron, 12 Juliana Rosen, Clear Lake, 10 Maggie Rosen, Clear Lake, 10 Carli Wanink, Cameron, 12 Kailey Ketz, Clayton, 11

Julia Manor, Northwood, 11 Cara Miller, Prairie Farm, 11 Maddie Zimmer, Clear Lake, 11 Morgan Warner, Cameron, 12

Honorable Mention

Hannah Zimmerman, Cameron, 11 Kennedy Patrick, Clayton, 11 Jody Bates, Prairie Farm, 11 Jacqueline Manor, Northwood, 12 Julia Pokorny, Shell Lake, 12 Montana Niles, Clear Lake, 12 Player of the Year Allison Leslie--Clayton, 11

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Ashlea Meister, Shell Lake, 12 Kiana Fall, Clayton, 11

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Cahill Photography offered portraits with the Easter Bunny.

This youngster isn’t quite sure what to make of the rabbit.

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The Amery Fire Hall was filled to capacity with the Amery Community Club’s Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday morning. This scene shows the action shortly after the hunt for 2,000 filled eggs got underway.

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A few years makes a huge difference. This young lady is quite excited to spend some time with the Easter Bunny.

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Wading pools took the place of straw piles as organizers scrambled to carry on after six inches of snow fell overnight. Here, the youngest egg hunters begin the hunt.

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AREA CHURCHES AMERY FREE LUTHERAN, 1 mile west of golf course on CTH F, Eric Christenson, pastor www.ameryflc.org Every Sunday: 9 a.m. Sunday School for ages 3-103; 10:15 a.m. Worship Service.

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Morning Worship.

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

Wednesday: 10 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 5:30 p.m. OneWay Club.

Thursday: 9:30 a.m. White Cross; 12:30 pm. Women’s Ministries.

Friday: 8:30 a.m. M.O.P.S. BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery, Dan Watland, pastor Saturday, April 7: 10:30 a.m. Ladies Spring Salad Luncheon.

Sunday, April 8: 8:30 a.m. Youth Sessions; 9:30 a.m.

Fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Social Ministry committee; 9:30 a.m.

Finance Committee; 9:45 a.m. Youth Education Committee; 10:15 a.m. Holy Worship; 11:30 a.m. Stewardship meeting.

Monday, April 9: Prayer Ministry and AE Committee, h/ Bonnie.

Tuesday, April 10: 8:30 a.m. Quilting at Elim; 1 p.m. Ruth Unit, h/Kay, l/Julaine; 6:30 p.m. Church Council.

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

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

CHURCH OF CHRIST, St. Croix Falls Jack Philips, evangelist Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Bible Study; 10:45 a.m. Worship.

Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bible Study and Devotions.

CLEAR LAKE UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 9:45 a.m. Worship.

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

CONGREGATIONAL, 201 N. Harriman Ave., Amery Barry Schaefer, pastor Wednesday, Aprtil 4: 3:30 p.m. Homework & Hangout/ Confo; 5:45 pm. Family Dinner; 6:30 p.m. WOW/Youth Group; 7 p.m Money Management.

Thursday, April 5: 9:30 a.m. Local Communions; 9:30 a.m.

Senior Dining Hall opens; 5:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study.

Friday, April 6: 8:30 am. Distant Communions; 9:30 a.m.

Senior Dining Hall opens.

Sunday, April 8: 8:30 a.m. MT18 meeting; 9:30 a.m. Christian Education meeting; 10 a.m. Worship; 11:15 a.m. Trustee meeting.

Monday, April 9: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining hall opens; 7 p.m.

Boy Scouts.

Tuesday, April 10: 6:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 9:30 a.m.

Senior Dining Hall opens; 10 a.m. Bible Study - Death and Resurrection of the Messiah; 6 p.m. Council meeting.

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

DERONDA LUTHERAN, 1239 65th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, April 4: 6 p.m. JAM and Confirmation at Little Falls.

Thursday, April 5: 9 a.m. Deronda Quilting.

Saturday, april 7: 11 a.m. Balsam Lutheran Ladies Spring Salad Luncheon.

Sunday, April 8: 11 a.m. Worship.

Tuesday, April 10: 7 p.m. Church Councils 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, April 4: 6 p.m. Confirmation.

Saturday, April 7: 8 a.m. Men of East Immanuel; 9 a.m.

Church clean-up day.

Sunday, April 8: 9:30 a.m. GIFT; 10:30 a.m. Worship.

Tuesday, April 10: 9 a.m. Quilting; 6:30 p.m. SM Informational meeting.

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.

Sunday school has changed to J.A.M. (Jesus & Me) Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m.

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.

FIRST LUTHERAN, 240 Elm St., Amery Tim Bjorge, pastor Thursday, April 4: 5:15 p.m. Supper; 6 p.m. Men in Mission; 6 p.m. Worship service; 6:30 p.m. Break out sessions.

Thursday, April 5: 8 a.m. Bible Study here; 8:30 a.m. Quilters; 7 p.m. Al Anon.

Saturday, April 7: 8:30 a.m. WELCA Spring Day of Renewal at Zion Lutheran in Frederic; 11 a.m. WELCA Spring Salad Luncheon at Balsam Lutheran.

Sunday, April 8: 9 a.m. Worship; 10:15 a.m. Choir, Sunday school to Amery Memory Care; 4-5:30 p.m. Church Bingo.

Tuesday, April 10: 7:30 am. Women’s Bible Study; 8:30 a.m. Property committee; 9 a.m.-6 p.m. WIC Clinic; 6:30 pm.

Worship committee.

FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Wednesday, April 4: 6:15 p.m. 7th and 8th Grade Confirmation; 7:30 p.m. 9th Grade Confirmation.

Saturday, April 7: 7 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Youth Event: Low Ropes Challenge Course at Ox LakeWapo.

Sunday, April 8: 8:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship; 9:40 a.m. Sunday school; 10 a.m. Traditional Worship; 11 a.m. Fellowship; 6-8 p.m. Knotty Pine 4-H meeting; 7 p.m. Choir practice.

Monday, April 9: 3 p.m. Service at Golden Age Manor.

Tuesday, April 10: 9 a.m. Quilting; 9 a.m. Pastor at Clergy meeting.

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

FOREST UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 11 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 service 8:30 a.m.

Bible Class Thursday morning 10 a.m.

Ladies Aid 2nd Thursday of month 2:30 p.m.

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

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

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

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Family Christian Education.

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Taking Up Your Cross “For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will save it.”

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he gospels of Matthew and Luke both recount the narrative of Jesus telling his followers that “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me.” (Luke 9:23 NIV) Both gospels stress that “taking up your cross” is an act of self-denial, that one must renounce one’s selfish interests and put the interests of God and your fellow man first. In everyday life that means putting up with the many things that annoy you, and we have many opportunities to do this every day. From people imposing on us at home, at work, and at school, to putting up with the annoying habits of our families and friends, we can daily take up our cross and emulate the long-suffering forbearance of Jesus, even if we aren’t literally carrying a cross. And it probably helps to keep in mind that these crosses we bear are minor inconveniences which aren’t destined to kill us, unlike the cross which Jesus bore. – Christopher Simon

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

JOURNEY CHURCH, 131 Broadway St., Amery Derek Downs, Lead Pastor 715-268-2223 www.journeychurch.city Sunday: Worship service 9-10:15 a.m.; SS for all ages from 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Monday: 1:30-2:30 p.m. Moms in Prayer.

Wednesday night programs; free family dinner begins at 5:45 p.m.; Kids Club (ages pre K-5th grade) and DW Youth Group (grades 6th-12th) follow from 6:15-7:30 p.m.

Saturday: 7-8 a.m. Men’s Bible Study at the Journey Church Teen Center.

LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN, 1272 44th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, April 4: 6 p.m. Confirmation and JAM at Little Falls.

Thursday, April 5: 9 a.m. Little Falls Quilting.

Saturday, April 7: 11 a.m. Balsam Lutheran Ladies Spring Salad Luncheon.

Sunday, April 8: 8 a.m. Worship.

Tuesday, April 10: 9 a.m. LF Quilting; 7 p.m. Church Councils 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; 7 p.m. Adult Bible.

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, April 4: 12 p.m. Table Talk Men; 3:30 p.m.

Faith N Fun; 5 pm. Confirmation Cafe; 5:30 p.m. Confirmation Class 7; 6:15 p.m. Evening Prayer; 7 p.m. Choir practice; 7:15 p.m.Youth BRB. Thursday, April 5: 8:30 a.m. Bible Study.

Sunday, April 8: 9 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion; 10:15 a.m. Monthly Mission Roadside Clean Up. Tuesday, April 10: 1 p.m. Quilting.

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

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

REDEEMER LUTHERAN, 600 S. Keller Ave., Amery Tom Hahn, pastor Wednesday, April 4: 9:30 a.m. Ladies Aid; 1 p.m. Stewardship; 5:30 p.m. Confirmation.

Sunday, April 8: 8:30 a.m. Lay Ministers; 9:30 a.m. Worship; 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

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DEATH NOTICE ST. CROIX UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP, 201 N. Adams, St. Croix Falls 715-483-1113 Sunday: 10 a.m. First, second and third Sunday, 715553-3386.

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

Mass: 8 a.m. Thursday.

Mass: 8:30 a.m. Sunday.

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC, 1050 Keller Ave. N, Amery Father Eugene Murphy 715-268-7717 www.stjosephamery.org Weekly Mass, Communion service schedule: Saturday 4 p.m. Mass.

Sunday 10:30 a.m. Mass.

Tuesday 9 a.m. Communion Service.

Wednesday 9 a.m. Mass.

Thursday: 1st, 2nd and 3rd Thursdays, Communion Service is held at local nursing homes.

Friday 9 a.m. Communion Service.

Special events: Wednesday, April 4: Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick; Sunday, April 8: First Echarist; Monday, April 9: 12 p.m. Ladies Lunch at Village Pizzeria; Tuesday, April 10: 7 p.m. KC meeting.

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor Thursday, April 4: 1 p.m. Bible Study.

Sunday, April 8: 8 am. Worship; 9 a.m. Fellowship.

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor Sunday, April 8: 9 a.m. Sunday school; 9 a.m. Fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Worship; 10:30 a.m. Voter’s meeting.

Monday, April 9: Pastor visiting shut-ins.

Tuesday, April 10: Pastor visiting shut-ins; 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 715-7190283 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, April 4: 6 p.m. Confirmation and JAM at Little Falls.

Saturday, April 7: 11 a.m. Balsam Lutheran Ladies Spring Salad Luncheon.

Sunday, April 8: 9:30 a.m. Worship.

Tuesday, April 10: 7 p.m. Church Councils at Deronda.

See our website for up-to-date scheduling www. trinity lutheranchurchofamery.com UNITED COVENANT, 348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake Dan Pearson, pastor Wednesday, April 4: 5:30 p.m. Community Meal; 6 p.m. Kid’s Blast/CREW/Adult; 7 p.m Worship Team 2.

Thursday, April 5: 9:30 a.m. Mission Stitchers at Ridgeview w/potluck lunch; 6:30 p.m. Cleansing Stream.

Sunday, April 8: 8:45 a.m. Sunday school/Confirmation; 9:30 a.m. Worship Team 2; 10 a.m. Worship service.

Tuesday, April 10: 8 a.m. Sweet Hour of Prayer; 1 p.m.

Ridgeview Small Group; 6:30 p.m. Leadership Team meeting.

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, March 28: 9 a.m. Men’s Work Group, Quilters.

Thursday, March 29: 7 p.m. Maundy Thursday worship with Holy Communion.

Friday, March 30: 7 p.m. Good Friday worship.

Sunday, April 1: 7 a.m. Easter Sunrise Service with Holy Communion; 9:30 a.m. Easter worship service with Holy Communion.

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.

Michael J. Zinda, 59, Milltown, died Tuesday, March 27.

A service will be held on Friday, April 6, at 10 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 300 Seminole Ave., Osceola.

Margaret E. Nelson, 86, Amery, passed away January 25 at Willow Ridge.

Friends and family are invited to a memorial service for Margaret, at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 7th, 2018, at the Apple River Community Church, 942 US Hwy 8, Amery, WI, 54001. Pastor and family friend Bruce Tanner officiating.

There will be an “ice cream social” following the service in honor of Margaret, to provide an opportunity to share our favorite memories and enjoy our time together.

Daisie A. Hose, 90, Clear Lake, passed away on March 22 in Amery.

Memorial Services for Daisie will be held on Saturday April 14, at 11 a.m. with a lunch to follow at Grace Lutheran Church in Clear Lake, WI. There will be a visitation one hour prior to the service on Saturday at Grace Church. Pastor Ellery Groth will be conducting the service with Judy Weber providing the music.

Interment will be at the Clear Lake Cemetery.

To leave online condolences for the family, visit the Scheuermann Funeral Home website www.clearlakefuneralhome.com.

Eloise “Lois” Aasmundrud, 72, of Clear Lake, passed away on Saturday, March 31, at her home.

Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 5, at the United Covenant Church in Clear Lake, with Pastor Dan Pearson officiating. Visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. on Wednesday at the Williamson-White Funeral Home, 222 Harriman Avenue North, Amery, Wisconsin 54001 and for one hour prior to the services on Thursday at the Church.

Interment will take place following the service at the Clear Lake Cemetery.

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

Bible Study on The Holy Week & Easter Stories with Pastor Paul Oman Dates:Wednesdays, April 4 & 11, 2018 Time: 9:15am - 10:30am Location: Anderson Hall Conference Room, Lake Wapogasset Lutheran Bible Camp, 738 Hickory Point Lane, Amery, WI (Easy access, no steps) Join Pastor Paul Oman for this study of the events of Holy Week in the life of Jesus, and the Easter stories that follow, in the context of the Middle East.

You will gain insights otherwise overlooked in our Western culture, and better understand the meaning and message of Jesus as a result. Paul will incorporate his artistic abilities into this study. Everyone is welcome. No Bible experience necessary. Paul will not “put you on the spot” but will allow you to participate at your own comfort level. Bring a Bible, or one will be provided for you. No cost. No registration.

Just come and enjoy! The coffee pot will be on! Any questions, call Paul at 715-790-2029.

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Margaret E. Nelson

Daisie A. Hose

Barry Davis

Margaret Elizabeth Nelson, age 86, of Amery, WI, passed away January 25th, 2018, at the Willow Ridge care facility in Amery. She had been in hospice care there since April 2017.

Margaret was born on September 16th, 1931, at her home near Amery.

She was the youngest of six children born to Henning and Elizabeth Johnson who immigrated from Sweden. She was orphaned at the age of five and adopted by Paul and Irene Remund of Amery.

Margaret graduated from Amery High School and continued her education at St. Olaf for two years, majoring in music and was a member of the St. Olaf Chapel Choir. She transferred to the University of Wisconsin at River Falls where she majored in education. She graduated in 1953 and was elected Homecoming Queen her senior year.

Margaret started working in elementary education in Manitowoc, WI and Minneapolis. She also worked one summer in Colorado Springs' "Garden of the Gods".

On October 20th, 1956 Margaret Remund and Donald Nelson (also a graduate of UW-River Falls) were united in marriage at Amery, WI. They resided in Whitehall, WI, later moving to Spooner, WI, in 1960, where she taught piano in the school system there.

She continued to teach piano in the Spooner area at her home for many years. Margaret was also a soloist and accompanist at many weddings, funerals and church services. She was a member of the Intermezzo Music Club and Christian Women's Club.

After retirement Margaret and Don enjoyed years of traveling in their motor-home and volunteering for Wytcliffe Bible Translators, Arizona. They moved to Florida in 1998 returning to Amery in 2007. Margaret was a gifted vocalist and musician. She played oboe, piano and composed several original hymns.

She was also talented in creativity in the visual arts.

She created, wrote and illustrated three faith-based children's books. She also designed and remodeled several homes and enjoyed creating architectural designs.

She was most recently a member of the Apple River Community Church, Amery, WI. Margaret was preceded in death by two brothers, Don and Vernon Johnson of Washington State and her sister Evelyn of Minneapolis.

She is survived by her husband Donald Nelson ofAmery, son Barry Nelson of Spooner, daughter Beth (Roy) Slater and granddaughter Candace of Amery.

Step-grandchildren Rachel and son Nash Slater of Spooner, Ben and Ashley Slater and daughters Katia, Gwyneth and Lexi of Elk River, MN She is also survived by her dear brothers Paul (Lorraine) Aune of Amery and Edwin (Laverne) Stone of Elk River, MN, and many nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are invited to a memorial service for Margaret, at 2 pm. Saturday, April 7th, 2018, at the Apple River Community Church, 942 US Hwy 8, Amery, WI, 54001. Pastor and family friend Bruce Tanner officiating.

There will be an "ice cream social" following the service in honor of Margaret, to provide an opportunity to share our favorite memories and enjoy our time together.

Daisie Ann (Dietrich) Hose, age 90 years, passed from this life on March 22, 2018 in Amery WI. Daisie was a resident of Clear Lake most of her life until moving to Amery assisted living and then the nursing home in 2006.

Daisie was born in Mapleton, MN on March 20, 1928 to William Dietrich and Addie Mae (Reese) Dietrich. She had one sister Rose Nejedly and two brothers Robert Dietrich and William Dietrich, all of whom preceded her in death.

Daisie moved to Clear Lake as a young girl and lived on a farm. She graduated from Clear Lake schools attending all 13 grades there. She worked at Stokley’s in New Richmond for a short time after graduation.

She met and married Helmer Everett Hose of Forest on June 5, 1946. They were married 50 years. Together they had three children, Linda (Wilfred) Owens of Frederic WI, Gregory Hose of Clear Lake, WI, and Jeffrey (Barbara) Hose of Sapulpa, OK, while farming until retirement.

Daisie was a member of Grace Lutheran Church.

She was active in the ladies aid and the choir. She was a charter member of the VFW in Clear Lake.

Daisie sold poppies every year for Memorial Day. She was a 4-H leader for many years. She enjoyed her flower garden especially, but also grew a big vegetable garden.

Daisie was preceded in death by her husband, Helmer.

She is survived by her children and 7 grandchildren, Steven Owens, Douglas Owens, Nathan (Stacy) Hose, Melody (Tim) Skelly, Darren (Kristy) Hose, Andrea (Nathan) Huffstetler, and Megan (Aaron) Zaitshik, two sisters-in-law, Ruth Michaelson and Mary Ann Dietrich, as well as 13 great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

Memorial Services for Daisie will be held on Saturday April 14, at 11 a.m. with a lunch to follow at Grace Lutheran Church in Clear Lake, WI. There will be a visitation one hour prior to the service on Saturday at Grace Church. Pastor Ellery Groth will be conducting the service with Judy Weber providing the music.

Interment will be at the Clear Lake Cemetery.

To leave online condolences for the family, visit the Scheuermann Funeral Home website in Clear Lake, WI. www.clearlakefuneralhome.com

Barry Davis passed away on Wednesday, March 28, 2018 at Golden Age Manor surrounded by his family.

He was born on August 29, 1939 in Chetek, Wisconsin to James and Arvilla Davis.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and brother Dan. Barry is survived by his wife, Marlene (Dado) Davis; brother, Sidney James Davis and sister, Verna (Davis) Jackson.

He fought a courageous fight against Parkinson’s disease for five years at Golden Age Manor where he received loving care from staff. Barry’s family would like to extend their appreciation to the staff for their hard work.

Funeral Services were held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, April 3, 2018 at the Williamson-White Funeral Home, 222 Harriman Avenue North, Amery, Wisconsin with Father Gene Murphy officiating. Visitation was held for one hour prior to the service on Tuesday at the funeral home. Internment will take place at a later date in the spring.

To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute, visit www.williamsonwhite.com.

Arrangements were made with the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Amery.

We’d love to see you at the Amery Spring Show Saturday

THE DUMPSTER IS COMING The Guatemalan mission team from Peace Luther-

an Church is holding a spring clean up at Peace Lutheran Church, 2084 Co. Rd. N., Baldwin from April 8th thru April 22nd (Earth Day). Let us help you help us by disposing of your unwanted scrap metal.

Any scrap metal including old lawn mowers, tillers, appliances, tin, farm equipment, cars, etc. may be dropped off.

NO ELECTRONICS WILL BE ACCEPTED Please throw small items into the dumpster and larger items, like appliances, set next to the dumpster. There will be a separate container available for batteries. There will be a box and envelopes available at church for donations as well. If you have any questions, please call John Vrieze @ 612-750-8203, Wayne Miller @ 715-781-0883 or Gloria Rasmussen @ 715-698-4155.

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Michael J. Zinda

Michael Joseph Zinda, born to Albert and Pauline Zinda in 1958 in Milwaukee, WI, recently passed away in Milltown, WI. Mike’s siblings were Deborah, Perry and Peggy, and his children were Tracey, Becky, Kimberly, Michael Jr., David, Mark and Shelby. His grandchildren were Kamren, Morgen, Spencer, Dylan, Celine, Julia, Monte, Pierce, and Jesse. His great granddaughter was Aubrey.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, April 6th at a church he helped build during his construction career: Trinity Lutheran Church. The church is located at 300 Seminole Avenue in Osceola, WI, and the service will begin at 10 a.m.

Officials: Spill at Wisconsin nuclear plant not health risk LA CROSSE, Wis. (AP) — Radioactive water that spilled into the Mississippi River last year during the $85 million decommissioning of a former nuclear power plant in Wisconsin wasn’t a public health risk, according to the federal Nuclear Regulatory Commission.

LaCrosseSolutions spilled about 400 gallons (1,514 liters) of radioactive water while decommissioning the former Dairyland Power nuclear plant, the La Crosse Tribune reported .

The commission’s annual inspection of decommissioning operations last month found that the February 2017 spill was one of three low-level violations at the La Crosse Boiling Water Reactor.

The commission didn’t issue any citations.

A hose attached to a sump pump siphoned contaminated water out of a tank, with some spilling into a storm sewer that drains into the nearby river, the inspection report said.

An analysis found small concentrations of cesium-137 in water samples that exceeded the federal limits for runoff. The amount found equals a potential dose of 0.005 to 0.01 millirem for

a person who drank the contaminated water for a year. Millirem is a unit of measurement for indicating radiation dosages.

The potential exposure to ionizing radiation was very low and levels would need to be about 1 million times higher to have noticeable negative health effects, said Jeff Bryan, a nuclear chemistry professor at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse.

“This was a really dumb accident,” Bryan said. “Stupid, but not hazardous.”

The company took corrective measures to make sure such an accident doesn’t occur again, said Viktoria Mitlyng, a commission spokeswoman.

Mark Walker, vice president of marketing and communications of EnergySolutions, LaCrosseSolutions’s parent company, declined to comment.

LaCrosseSolutions got involved in the decommissioning process in 2016. The company will remove everything down to 3 feet below the ground and return the site to Dairyland Power Cooperative. The physical demolition is expected to be done by the end of the year.

Eloise “Lois” Aasmundrud

Eloise “Lois” Ann Aasmundrud age 72, of Clear Lake, Wisconsin passed away on Saturday, March 31, 2018 at her home.

Lois was born on August 21, 1945 in Amery, Wisconsin to Alois and Molly (Brown) Hemauer. Lois attended elementary and middle school in Clear Lake.

On May 12, 1960 she married Ronald Lee Aasmundrud in the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa and to this union 3 children were born. In 1962 they purchased a farm just outside of Clear Lake where she raised her family.

Lois was a life-long member of the United Covenant Church in Clear Lake and volunteered at the food shelf for many years. In her free time she loved holding ceramic socials. In her retirement she loved travelling in the United States but most of all she loved spending time with family and friends especially her grandkids.

Lois is survived by her children, Brenda (Del) Ray of Clayton, Wisconsin, Julie (Greg) Zinn of Amery, Wisconsin, Tom (Jennifer) Aasmundrud of Clear Lake, Wisconsin; grandchildren, Rebecca (Adam) Zemke, Adam (Walter) Ray, Brady (fiancée Megan) Aasmundrud, Beau Aasmundrud, Brandon Aasmundrud, Noah Zinn, Hannah Zinn, Annie Zinn and Liam Zinn; Great-grandchildren, Katelynn Zemke, Emily Zemke and Krysten Ray; siblings, Donald (Janelle) Hemauer, Susie (Terry) Cogbill and Barb Fox. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 5, 2018 at the United Covenant Church in Clear Lake, Wisconsin with Pastor Dan Pearson officiating. Visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. on Wednesday at the Williamson-White Funeral Home, 222 Harriman Avenue North, Amery, Wisconsin 54001 and for one hour prior to the services on Thursday at the Church. Interment will take place following the service at the Clear Lake Cemetery.

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

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Christian Women’s Connection April 16 at Bible Camp River Valley Christian Women’s Connection invites women of all ages to the “Spuds with Buds” Luncheon on Monday, April 16 at 11:30 AM. The luncheon will be held at Wapogasset Bible Camp, 738 Hickory Point Lane, Amery, WI 54001. The cost is $12, payable at the door. The special feature is Potato Bags for the microwave

by Bev Caspersen and the lunch will include a potato bar. Michelle Lynch will do the special music.

Key note speaker Judith Peter will talk about “Linking Up with a Best Friend”.

Potatoes taste even better with a new or best friend, so invite someone. Reservations and cancellations are necessary. Call or text Diane at 651-808-8579 to make reservations

by Tuesday noon April 10. The once-a-month luncheons move to different sites in Minnesota and Wisconsin, so be sure to look for the article in this newspaper. This is not a club, but an occasion to meet other women at a luncheon. For specific questions or considerations, Barb can be reached prior to the luncheon at 651-465-6635.

Lighthouse Center in Rice Lake Saturday night FREE B. B. Q’S & CHIPS at the Lighthouse Center, 315 S. Main St., Rice Lake on Saturday, April 7th from 7 – 9 p.m.

Music will be provided by Roger Mickelson from Chippewa Falls with traditional Christian music plus other. An enjoyable evening is always had by all ages. Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy.

More information call 715-790-3665.

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Join us for a free Community Shred Event Saturday, April 7, 2018 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Amery Ice Arena Parking Lot 1065 River Place Drive Bremer Bank is sponsoring a Community Shred Event at the Amery Spring Home Show. Help secure your privacy and utilize our on-site professional shredding service. The event is open to the public with a limit of three boxes or 100 pounds per person.

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STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, POLK COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of Kathleen D. Lutz

STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, POLK COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of Beverly M. Posey DOD: February 23, 2018

Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 18 PR 21 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth January 21, 1936 and date of death January 3, 2018 was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 292 Staffenson Street, Amery, WI 54001.

3. All interested persons waived notice.

4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is June 22, 2018.

5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500.

Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar March 12, 2018 Raymond D. Lutz 852 5th Ave. Clear Lake, WI 54005 715-491-1413 (March 20, 27, April 3)

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Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 18PR19 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth April 24, 1933 and date of death February 23, 2018 was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 941 75th Street, Amery, WI 54001.

3. All interested persons waived notice.

4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is June 27, 2018.

5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500.

Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar March 12, 2018 Brian D. Byrnes Byrnes Law Office, LLC 123 Keller Ave. North Amery, WI 54001 715-268-5000 Bar Number 1032419 (March 20, 27, April 3)

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STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, POLK COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of Edward A. Erickson Deceased

STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, POLK COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of Robert J. Bursik

STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, POLK COUNTY In the Matter of the Name Change of Dustin Reed Nyreen

By Petitioner: Dustin Reed Nyreen

STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, POLK COUNTY In the Matter of the Name Change of Darren Ross Nyreen

By Petitioner: Darren Ross Nyreen

Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 18PR17

Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 18PR22

Notice and Order for Name Change Hearing Case No. 18 CV 68

Notice and Order for Name Change Hearing Case No. 18 CV 69

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth November 23, 1920 and date of death June 23, 2017 was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 220 Scholl Ct., Amery, WI 54001.

3. All interested persons waived notice.

4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is June 19, 2018.

5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500.

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth February 12, 1964 and date of death February 27, 2018 was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 313 Harriman Avenue, Amery, WI 54001.

3. All interested persons waived notice.

4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is July 6, 2018.

5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500.

NOTICE IS GIVEN: A petition was filed asking to change the name of the person listed above: From: Dustin Reed Nyreen To: Dustin Reed Meyer Birth Certificate: Dustin Reed Nyreen

NOTICE IS GIVEN: A petition was filed asking to change the name of the person listed above: From: Darren Ross Nyreen To: Darren Ross Meyer Birth Certificate: Darren Ross Nyreen

IT IS ORDERED: This petition will be heard in the Circuit Court of Polk County, State of Wisconsin, before Judge Jeffery Anderson, Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main St., Balsam Lake, WI 54810, on April 24, 2018 at 4:00 p.m.

IT IS ORDERED: This petition will be heard in the Circuit Court of Polk County, State of Wisconsin, before Judge Jeffery Anderson, Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main St., Balsam Lake, WI 54810, on April 24, 2018 at 4:00 p.m.

IT IS FURTHER ORDERED: Notice of this hearing shall be given by publication as a Class 3 notice for three (3) weeks in a row prior to the date of the hearing in the Amery Free Press a newspaper published in Polk County, State of Wisconsin.

IT IS FURTHER ORDERED: Notice of this hearing shall be given by publication as a Class 3 notice for three (3) weeks in a row prior to the date of the hearing in the Amery Free Press a newspaper published in Polk County, State of Wisconsin.

BY THE COURT: Jeffery L. Anderson Circuit Court Judge March 19, 2018

BY THE COURT: Jeffery L. Anderson Circuit Court Judge March 19, 2018

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Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar March 7, 2018 Tom Erickson 9108 Compass Pointe Rd. Woodbury, MN 55129 612-360-7923 (March 20, 27, April 3)

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Fiscal Facts: Nearly $600 Million in School Referenda on April 3rd Ballot The biggest financial impact of this spring’s elections may be felt by taxpayers in school districts where referenda to borrow money or exceed state-imposed revenue limits are on the ballot.

Thirty school districts are asking spring voters to approve borrowing a total of $596.3 million.

Twenty-six districts are seeking $109.4 million in time-limited exemptions from state-imposed revenue caps,

and seven districts are asking for $6.3 million in ongoing exemptions from the caps. Voter approvals of school referenda have risen from about 50% during 1995-2010 to roughly 75% in recent years.

This information is a service of the Wisconsin Policy Forum, the state’s leading resource for nonpartisan state and local government research and civic education.

NOTICE OF ELECTION PARTISAN PRIMARY - AUGUST 14, 2018 AND GENERAL ELECTION - NOVEMBER 6, 2018 STATE OF WISCONSIN WISCONSIN ELECTIONS COMMISSION

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that in the several towns, villages, cities, wards, and election districts of the State of Wisconsin, at a primary to be held on Tuesday, August 14, 2018, and at an election to be held on Tuesday, November 6, 2018, the following officers are to be nominated and elected: CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS FIVE CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS, each for the term of four years, to succeed the present incumbents listed, whose terms of office will expire on January 7, 2019: Governor - Scott Walker Lieutenant Governor - Rebecca Kleefisch Attorney General - Brad Schimel Secretary of State - Doug La Follette State Treasurer - Matt Adamczyk CONGRESSIONAL OFFICERS ONE UNITED STATES SENATOR, for the term of 6 years, to succeed the present incumbent listed, whose terms of office will expire on January 3, 2019: Tammy Baldwin EIGHT REPRESENTATIVES IN CONGRESS, each for the term of two years, to succeed the present incumbents listed, whose terms of office will expire on January 3, 2019: 7th Congressional District - Sean Duffy LEGISLATIVE OFFICERS SEVENTEEN STATE SENATORS, from the odd-numbered Senatorial Districts of the State, each for the term of four years, to succeed the present incumbents listed, whose terms of office will expire on January 7, 2019: Senate District 25 - Janet Bewley NINETY-NINE REPRESENTATIVES TO THE ASSEMBLY, each for the term of two years, to succeed the present incumbents listed, whose terms of office will expire on January 7, 2019: Assembly District 28 - Adam Jarchow Assembly District 75 - Romaine Robert Quinn Congressional and legislative district boundaries are described in Chapters 3 and 4 of the Wisconsin Statutes. A copy of the boundary descriptions can be obtained from the Wisconsin Elections Commission or the Legislative Reference Bureau at 1 East Main Street, Suite 200, Madison, Wisconsin.

Circulation of Nomination Papers NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the first day for circulating nomination papers is Sunday, April 15, 2018, and the deadline for filing nomination papers is no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, June 1, 2018. All federal and state office candidates file with the Wisconsin Elections Commission. All county partisan office candidates file with their respective county clerks.

DONE in the Village of Balsam Lake, this 20th day of February 2018. ________________________________________ Sharon E. Jorgenson, Polk County Clerk 100 Polk County Plaza, Suite 110 Balsam Lake, WI 54810

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OPEN BOOK 7 - 9 P.M. MONDAY, MAY 21, 2018 BOARD OF REVIEW 7:30 – 9:30 P.M. AT THE TOWN HALL, 375 46TH ST. (GOLF DRIVE), CLEAR LAKE, WI

Please be advised of the following requirements to appear before the Board of Review & procedural requirements if appearing before the Board: No person shall be allowed to appear before the Board of Review, to testify to the board by telephone or to contest the amount of any assessment of real or personal property if the person has refused a reasonable written request by certified mail or the Assessor to view such property.

After the first meeting of the Board of Review & before the Board’s final adjournment, no person who is scheduled to appear before the Board of Review may contact, or provide information to, a member of the Board about the person’s objection except at a session of the Board.

No person may appear before the Board of Review, testify to the Board by telephone or contest the amount of assessment unless, at least 48 hours before the first meeting of the Board or at least 48 hours before the objection is heard if the objection is allowed because the person has been granted a waiver of the 48-hour notice of intent to file a written objection by appearing before the Board during the first two hours of the meeting & showing good cause for failure to meet the 48-hour notice requirement & files a written objection, that the person provide to the clerk of the Board of Review notice as to whether the person will ask for removal of any Board members &, if so, which member will be removed & the person’s reasonable estimate of the length of time that the hearing will take.

When appearing before the Board, the person shall specify, in writing, the person’s estimate of the value of the land & of the improvements that are the subject of the person’s objection & specify the information that the person used to arrive at the estimate.

No person may appear before the Board of Review, testify to the Board by telephone or subject or object to a valuation; if that valuation was made by the Assessor or the Objector using the income method; unless the person supplies the Assessor all of the information about income & expense, as specified in the manual under Sec. 73.03(2a), that the Assessor requests. The Town of Clear Lake has an ordinance for the confidentiality of information about income & expenses that is provided to the Assessor under this paragraph which provides exemption for persons using information in the discharge of duties imposed by law or of the duties of their office or by order of a court determined that it is inaccurate, is not subject to the right of inspection & copying under Section 19.35(1) of Wis. Stats.

The Board shall hear upon oath, by telephone, all ill or disabled persons who present to the Board a letter from a physician, surgeon or osteopath that confirms their illness or disability.

Notice is hereby given this 31st day of March 2018 by Janelle M. Johnson, Clerk Town of Clear Lake T:4.792”

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Verizon Wireless participates in the Lifeline program which is a government assistance program that offers qualified, low-income customers a discount of at least $9.25 on their monthly wireless service. Only eligible customers may enroll in the program.

You may be eligible for a Lifeline discount if you currently participate in a qualifying public assistance program or otherwise satisfy the federal income requirements. The Lifeline discount is limited to a single line of service per household. Eligible customers may apply the Lifeline discount to either one landline or one wireless number, but you cannot have the discount on both services. Other service providers may use terms other than “Lifeline” to describe the Lifeline discount. The Lifeline service may not be transferred to any other individual. Applicants must present documentation of household income or participation in qualifying programs. Consumers who willfully make false statements in order to obtain the benefit can be punished by fine or imprisonment, or may be barred from the program.

To receive further information about the Lifeline wireless services, call Verizon Wireless at 800-417-3849 or go to www.verizonwireless.com/ lifeline. Lifeline is only available in limited areas where Verizon Wireless has been designated to offer these programs.

Toll included. Taxes, surcharges and fees, such as E911 and gross receipts charges, vary by market and could add between 7% and 46% to your bill; $1.23 Administrative/line/mo. is not tax, is not prorated & is subject to change. IMPORTANT CONSUMER INFORMATION: Subject to Month to Month Customer Agreement and Calling Plan. Offer not available in all areas. Other restrictions may apply. © 2018 Verizon Wireless.

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COUNTY OFFICERS COUNTY OFFICERS, for each county of the State for the term of four years, to succeed the present incumbents in the office of Sheriff and Clerk of Circuit Court, whose term of office will expire on January 7, 2019: Sheriff - Peter M. Johnson Clerk of Circuit Court - Joanne Ritten – Appointed

NOTICE OPEN BOOK & BOARD OF REVIEW TOWNSHIP OF CLEAR LAKE WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18, 2018

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Wisconsin class teaches manners, respect

BY ANNA MARIE LUX JANESVILLE GAZETTE

MILTON, Wis. (AP) — When 17-year-old Davis Turk extends his arm for a handshake, he now does it with new confidence.

Turk recently learned how to properly shake hands.

He also learned a thing or two about tying a double Windsor knot and talking to parents when picking up a date.

The Milton High School junior is not alone.

Schoolmates Cullen Kovach, Tyler Hughes and Austin Mathews also have practiced these skills in a class designed to polish their traditional manners and be better people.

The Janesville Gazette reports that “Gentlemen 101” is the brainchild of 35-year-old Derek Henze, who got tired of the decline of simple etiquette and respect while out and about in the area.

Henze, who spent eight years in the Army, is not the kind of guy who complains about things.

Instead, he did something.

“I had an epiphany,” Henze said. “I decided to conduct a class on how to treat people with respect and manners.”

He drew up a curriculum and linked the free three-hour class to prom.

He included information on how to dance respectfully with a young woman and how to reassure her father that his daughter will come home safely. He also offered free tux rentals, prom meals, haircuts, corsages and boutonnieres.

Henze was prepared to foot the bill himself, but so far 12 businesses in Milton, Whitewater and Janesville have donated to the cause.

Prom is a real-life application of good manners.

But Henze wants the basic concepts of respect, how to handle conflict and the belief that no human is better than any other human to stay with his students for a lifetime.

Henze started the class last year in Milton and Whitewater and recently held classes again in both communities. He offered his hands-on instruction to three or four teens per class with the help of mentors from the Milton Masonic Lodge.

A Mason himself, Henze said the class fits well with the Mason decree of “making good men become better men.”

“We break the discussion into sections,” Henze explained. “We talk about what respect is and how to show respect. We talk about personal confidence and how to build it.

We talk about greetings and how to handle conflict as a gentleman.”

Cullen Kovach, 16, said he signed up to prepare for prom in May. “I feel more confident,”

Kovach said. “I learned how to take a compliment and to be a leader.”

Henze keeps the classes small because he must stay within a budget, and he likes the intimacy of a small setting.

He called the class “self-selecting.”

Young men who sign up must be motivated.

They must reach out to Henze and explain why they want to be part of the class. Henze then asks for follow-up information.

Later, Henze with other

Masons deliver packages about the class to homes of the teens.

“It’s a great investment of time and resources that we are committing to these young people,” Henze said. “I want to make sure they are truly committed and invested in the course, so when they get here they are ready to learn.”

Mason Pat Garvin, who helps mentor the class, called the course fantastic.

“This is not a trap to get them to become Ma-

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sons,” he said. “We have no hidden agenda. The students made an effort to get here, and they want to learn. Derek is not only doing these young men a favor, but their families as well.”

After the class, Henze sees a difference in the young men.

“I usually see nervousness when they come in,” he said. “When they leave, they are relaxed, more engaged and confident. I’ve had several parents come up to me and thank me. That’s

how you know you’ve made an impact.”

A “Ladies 101” class may be taught in the future but not by Henze.

“A couple of women in the community have expressed interest in teaching it,” he said, calling “Gentlemen 101” “very gender neutral.”

“At the end of the day, it is about teaching the Golden Rule,” he said.

“Treat people the way you want to be treated.”

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�ased on �0 psi and �0.50 per 1000 gallons production costs. /Ĩ ůĞĂŬ ŝƐ ĞƐĐĂƉŝŶŐ ŝŶƚŽ Ă ƐĂŶŝƚĂƌLJ ƐĞǁĞƌ͕ ƚŚĞƐĞ ĐŽƐƚƐ ǁŝůů ŵŽƌĞ ƚŚĂŶ ƚƌŝƉůĞ͘ Should you have �uestions or concerns about this report, or concerning your water utility, please contact �im Moore at 714� 2���74�� between the hours of ��00 a.m. and 4�30 p.m. �im will be happy to notify our staff to respond to �uestions or concerns.

Additional information may be obtained by your invited attendance to the �ity of Amery common council regular monthly meetings held on the first Wednesday of every month at 5�00 p.m. at the Amery �ity �all �ouncil �oom, 11� �enter Street, Amery, Wisconsin. �he �ity of Amery routinely monitors for elements in your drinking water pursuant to �ederal and State laws. �his report shows the results of our monitoring for the period of �anuary 1 through December 31, 2017.

Health Information Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be e�pected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. �he presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that the water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the Environmental Protection Agency’s Safe Drinking Water �otline at ��00� 42��4791.

Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. �mmuno�compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with ����A�DS or other immune systems disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. �hese people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA��D� guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Environmental Protection Agency�s safe drinking water hotline ��00� 42��4791.

Educational Information �he sources of drinking water, both tap and bottled, include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity. �ontaminants that may be present in source water include�    

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Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations and wildlife. �norganic contaminants such as salts and metals, which can be naturally� occurring or result from urban stormwater runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining or farming.

Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban stormwater runoff and residential uses. �rganic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by�products of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff and septic systems. �adioactive contaminants, which can be naturally occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities.

�n order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulations that limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. �DA regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water, which shall provide the same protection for public health.

Definition of Terms

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A �evel 2 Assessment is a very detailed study of the water system to identify potential problems and �evel 2 determine, if possible, why an E. coli M�� violation has occurred or why total coliform bacteria have been Assessment found in our water system, or both, on multiple occasions.

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Ma�imum �ontaminant �evel Goal� �he level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or e�pected risk to health. M��Gs allow for a margin of safety. million fibers per liter Ma�imum �esidual Disinfectant �evel� �he highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. �here is convincing evidence that addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial contaminants.

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Additional Health Information �f present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. �ead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. Amery Waterworks is responsible for providing high �uality drinking water, but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When your water has been sitting for several hours, you can minimi�e the potential for lead e�posure by flushing your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. �f you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have your water tested. �nformation on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimi�e e�posure is available from the Safe Drinking Water �otline or at www.epa.gov�safewater�lead.

ppm

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�hank you for allowing us to continue to provide you and your families with clean, �uality water this year.

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ppt

parts per trillion, or nanograms per liter

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parts per �uadrillion, or picograms per liter

�n order to maintain a safe and dependable water supply, we sometimes need to make system improvements that will benefit all of our customers. �hese improvements are often reflected as rate structure ad�ustments. �hank you for your understanding.

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Ma�imum �esidual Disinfectant �evel Goal� �he level of a drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or e�pected risk to health. M�D�Gs do not reflect the benefits of the use of disinfectants to control microbial contaminants.

mrem�year millirems per year �a measure of radiation absorbed by the body�

�he �ity of Amery water utility personnel work diligently to provide top �uality to everyone daily. We do ask that all of our customers help us protect our water sources, which are the heart of any community, our way of life, and our children’s future.

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Wisconsin surveys interest in farmland preservation MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A Wisconsin department is surveying 3,000 landowners in 15 counties to gauge their thoughts on the state’s Farmland Preservation Program as enrollment declines.

The program gives farmers a range of tax break options for preserving land for future agricultural use and protecting it from development.

Wisconsin Public Radio reports that the number of claims has dropped by nearly 25 percent between 2010 and 2016, according to Alison Volk, the land management section chief for the

Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection.

Landowners are claiming tax breaks on less than half of the approximately 5.5 million acres that are eligible, she said.

About 13,000 people claimed about $18 million in tax credits through the program in 2015. But less than 12,000 received $16.6 million in tax credits in 2016.

“We’re trying to get a better sense of what’s happening, how landowners view the program,” Volk said.

The survey is the first widespread assessment of the program since 2009, she said.

Hardwood Hill Sugar Bush would like to thank everyone who stopped at our facility and the other producers in the first Maple Farm Tour

Some landowners may have stopped claiming the tax credit after the state instituted a nutrient management plan requirement, said Barron County Conservation Planner Justin Everson.

The plans mean more work and costs for some farmers, he said.

“When you’re looking at a tax credit, they weigh that all toward the price of compliance,” he said. “It’s worth it for some. It’s not worth it for others.”

Nutrient management plans determine the amount, timing and application of nutrients on land. Starting in 2010, landowners were required to have a plan and were given a five-year window to comply with the changes.

Landowners now must also obtain a certificate of compliance from counties to prove that they’re eligible to receive the tax credit, Everson said.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the “Open Book” for review of the Assessment Roll for the Village of Clear Lake of Polk County shall be April 16, 2018 from 2 to 4 P.M. at the Clear Lake Municipal Building (350 4th Avenue). The Assessor will be present during this time period.

TOWN OF ALDEN ANNUAL MEETING FOLLOWED BY MONTHLY BOARD MEETING TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 2018 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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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

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The next public meeting of the Plan Commission will be held at the Town Hall on Tuesday, April 10, 2018 at 7:00 PM. AGENDA: 1. Call meeting to order.

2. Approve last meeting’s minutes.

3. Officer Elections and Oaths.

4. Zoning change request procedure.

5. Town’s Fee Schedule.

6. Set future meeting date and agenda.

7. Adjourn.

Chairman Lawrence Thelen

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MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Candidates are lining up to run in a special election for open Wisconsin Senate and Assembly seats.

Gov. Scott Walker issued an executive order Thursday scheduling special elections to fill open seats in the 1st Senate District and the 42nd Assembly District.

Door County Economic Development Corporation Executive Director Caleb Frostman announced he’ll run for the Senate seat as a Democrat. State Rep. Andre Jacque and Green Bay factory manager Alex Renard will face off in the GOP primary.

Republican Jon Plumer, a Lodi town board member, is running for the Assembly seat. Democrat Ann Groves Lloyd, also of Lodi, registered to run as well.

Candidates have until April 17 to file nomination papers.

The primary will be May 15 with the general elections June 12.

Town of Clear Lake

OFFICIAL NOTICE

Town of Clear Lake Plan Commission

Notice of “Open Book” for Assessment Roll For the Village of Clear Lake

Candidates jump into Senate, Assembly special election

REGULAR MEETING

PUBLIC NOTICE

Dan and Victoria Carlson presented Sheila Harsdorf, Wisconsin Secretary of Agriculture, Trade & Consumer Protection, with a bottle of maple syrup as a thank you for her years of service.

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The Regular meeting of the Town of Clear Lake will be held at the Town Shop on Monday, April 9, 2018, 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: -Set Road Review -Dump Day 8. New Business: -Annual Building Inspector Report -Town portion of 2nd ambulance 9. Road Maintenance 10. Adjourned Janelle Johnson, Town Clerk WNAXLP Lake Wapogasset & Bear Trap Lake Sanitary District

MONTHLY MEETING

To be held April 10, 2018, at 7 p.m. at the District Office located at 777 South Shore Drive.

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

Paul Elbing, Secretary WNAXLP

Annual Meeting

of Royal Credit Union April 24, 2018 • 4:30 pm

Royal Credit Union Corporate Center 200 Riverfront Terrace, Eau Claire, WI RSVP to 715-858-5252 or 800-341-9911 ext. 5252

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More events can be found on the Out & About page Spring Dinner MEATBALLS with mashed potatoes and gravy, vegetable medley, rolls, pie, coffee, milk FREE WILL OFFERING

Sunday, April 15 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Deronda Lutheran Church 1239 Cty. Rd. F, west of Amery

320 Maple Street South Turtle Lake

Robert Williams residence 229 70th St., Clear Lake

Barn, livestock and contents lost. Insurance only covered to build 16 years old, not replacement value.

Amery VFW Post 7929

Any donations appreciated. Send to WESTconsin Credit Union Barn Fund, Amery office or Robert & Theresa Williams, PO Box 53, Clear Lake, WI 54005 Thank You!

Buy • Sell • Trade

First Lutheran Church, Amery Men in Mission invite you to our annual

GUN SHOW (Not responsible for lost or stolen guns)

Friday, April 13, 3-9 p.m.

Saturday, April 14, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

AMERY HOCKEY ARENA 1065 River Place Drive, Amery

Pork Dinner with all the trimmings!

ADMISSION $5.00 Children 12 and under free with adult

Turtle Lake American Legion

Barn Rebuilding Fund

Thursday, April 12

For table rental contact Dave P. at 715-220-0119 Table Fees: 8 ft. $25

4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Raffle Lic #R0018750A-29070

RAFFLE PRIZES:

Sponsored by Donalds-Hylkema Post 137

SMELT FRY

Purch 1st - $1,000 a ticket se raffle 2nd - $500 s at V F W 3rd - $250 or frothe m 4th - $100 embe m a r 5th - $50 DRAWING SATURDAY APRIL 14, 2018 AT 4:30 P.M.

First Lutheran Church 240 Elm St. W, Amery FREEWILL OFFERING

Saturday, April 14 4-8 p.m.

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

Missions Fundraiser Auction Saturday, April 14 Amery Community Center 608 Harriman Avenue South Doors open 11 am (Silent Auction) Brat Lunch 11:30 am – 1 pm Live Auction at 1 pm Packages of Beef 32 Hours Construction Labor Tools/Outdoor Craftsman Wood Shaper (1/2 hp); Craftsman Jointer Planer (1/2 hp); Crain toe kicksaw; Snow blower; fishing rod with tackle box; pickup load firewood; wheelbarrow; shepherd’s hooks; ceramic garden pots; water fountain; garden cart; outdoor lights; ladder; long bow instruction (25 hours) Art/Crafts Fine art photos; Stampin’ Up & scrapbooking supplies; quilt loom; Longaberger baskets; hand crafted basket; jewelry; painting on saw blade Antique/Vintage Watering can; 6 upholstered chairs; Tiara (emerald green) glassware; lures; enameled coffee pot; wooden fruit box; ruby bowl; 1950s ornate aluminum pitcher; 1960s Pyrex bowl set; treadle sewing machine; needlepoint rug; Yamaji set; Xmas tree candleholders with candles; mink coat Household/Furniture Keyboard; space heaters; paper shredder; Ralph Lauren bedding set; quilt set; stereo w/turntable; electric rice cooker; Pampered Chef casserole; skillet/griddle; oak TV stand; metal desk w/file drawers; wooden queen size headboard; shower seat; raised toilet seat Misc. (2) half-hour massage; ballet lessons; maple syrup in pints; cruise in 51 Chev Convertible; 8 hrs home organization; Fire HD8 w/Alexa 16 GB; Silent Auction: 30+ theme baskets Local Businesses Gift Cards & Items

MANY ITEMS NOT LISTED

Proceeds to Marie Schussman & East Lincoln Alliance Church Mexico Missions Trip Questions: 715-268-2350 Church Office Payment Method: Cash or Check Sale conducted by Solberg Auction

Eric Solberg, Registered Wisconsin Auctioneer #2691-52

Tuesday, April 17, the Amery Free Press will publish the annual KANABEC COUNTY

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JB Lund Dock & Lift

881 115th St. Amery, WI 54001 Greg Biller gregb@lundmanufacturing.com 715-768-5323 651-346-9770

Come and see the displays at the Amery Spring Show on Saturday AMERY SPRING SHOW PARTICIPANT

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Amery VFW 730 N. Wisconsin Ave., Amery

BINGO

Indoor Estate Sale

Every Thursday 6:30 p.m.

838 Wisconsin Ave., Amery

Wed. April 4, 9-4 Thurs. April 5, 9-4 Fri. April 6, 9-4

Progressive Jackpot

Your share is over $1,667

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

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

Clear Lake Community Theatre presents: Clear Lake Community Theater Presents

Annual

Spring Salad Luncheon

Saturday, April 7, 2018 BALSAM LUTHERAN CHURCH 1115 Mains Crossing Ave., Amery

April 7 • Amery April 14 • Deronda April 21 • Wanderoos April 28 • Nye

Registration 10:30-11:00 a.m. Program 11 a.m.

Join us on a laughter filled journey with long time Pioneer Press food writer and storyteller, Eleanor Ostman Eleanor’s book will be available for sale

12:30 p.m. Luncheon to follow program FREE WILL OFFERING

Quilt raffle and other drawings after luncheon Queen Size Raffle Quilt designed by Bev Getschel, quilted by Lynette Gelling

Book MARSHALLBRICKMAN BRICKMAN and and RICK Book bybyMARSHALL RICK ELICE ELICE Music and Lyrics byANDREW LIPPA Music and Lyrics by ANDREW LIPPA Based on Characters Created by Charles Addams

Based on Characters created by Charles Addams

April 6-7-8 April 13-14-15 Clear Lake Area Community Center Gymnasium April 6th, 7th, 8th, 13th, 14th 15th

Fridays & Saturdays - 7:00 P.M. - Sunday Matinees – 2:00 P.M.

Fridays & Saturdays 7 p.m. - Sunday Matinees 2 p.m.

CLEAR LAKEAdmission: AREA COMMUNITY $9.00 Adults- $8.00 Senior Citizens - $5.00 18/Under CENTER GYMNASIUM

“The Addams Family, the New Musical” is presented by special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide, 1180 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 640, New York, NY 10036 (866)378-9758

Admission: $9.00 Adults - $8.00 Senior Citizens - $5.00 18/under

“The Addams Family, the New Musical” is presented by special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide, 1180 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 640, New York, NY 10036 (866) 378-9758

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Amery Spring Show Saturday, April 7 in the Amery Ice Arena

WE INVITE YOU TO STOP BY OUR BOOTH . . .

Register for hourly drawings of $25 Amery Scrip Money KANABEC COUNTY

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AREA BOWLING SCORES Club 53 Bar & Lanes, Amery MONDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Tac Two ............................................139.0 Gary’s Electric................................. 136.5 Division 2 Dick’s Fresh Market .......................137.0 Shoreview ........................................107.5 High games: Steve Bryant 210, Bob Albee 246, Rod Gehrman 211, Brian Peterson 256, Bob Gillis 244, Jim Knutson 244, Jim Swanson 224201.

High series: Bob Albee 622, Rod Gehrman 570, Brian Peterson 577, Bob Gillis 602, Jim Knutson 559, Jim Swanson 564.

TUESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Waterside ........................................ 143.0 Northwest Communications ....105.5 Division 2 Chet Johnson Drug .......................136.0 Club 53 ...............................................135.5 High games: Bob Oulette 237, Will Schaffer 246-223-204, Bill Peterson 258-279-231, Jake Despres 216, Wade Prindle 227-243-262, Gabe Brotzel 559.

High series: Bob Oulette 564, Will Schaffer 673, Bill Peterson 768, Wade Prindle 732, Gabe Brotzel 559.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Lamperts ...........................................121.5 Preferred Lawn...............................116.0 Division 2 Club 53 .............................................. 143.5 Amery Fire Dept. ............................127.0 High games: Dave Fox 233-237, Billy Vierkandt 231, Nate Webb 214214, Jerod Wollan 238-236-225.

High series: Dave Fox 643, Billy Vierkandt 568, Nate Webb 593, Jerod Wollan 699.

THURSDAY-FRIDAY NIGHT WOMEN Division 1 Club 53 ..............................................146.5 Bremer ............................................... 141.0 Amery Fire .......................................136.0 Division 2 Chet’s ................................................ 129.5 Amery Hospital ..............................114.0 Northwest Communications ..... 113.0 High games: Bette Elmer 172, Lori Smith 161, Bev Gorres 158, Heather Hegarty 156, Marcia Clark 155, Anne Wollan 151, Sherry Martin 150.

High series: Lori Smith 444, Anne Wollan 438.

Spare Time Bowling, Turtle Lake M0NDAY NIGHT LADIES Week 27 Clear Lake Auto .............................162.0 Spare Time Bowl...........................148.0 Bowlin Buddies.............................. 138.5 Austad’s Super Valu......................122.5 Becker’s Trucking ........................... 121.0 No Wicks Moravitz ........................108.5 Little Debbie’s ................................105.5 Countyline Dairy............................102.0 High games: Debbie Anderson 192, Connie Graber 232-178, Lori Larson 182, Amy Anderson 177, Laurel Cap 225-176.

High series: Connie Graber 571, Laurel Cap 539.

SPARE TIME MEN’S Week 29 Division 1 Scheps Dairy .................................. 283.5 Hoff’s Construct ............................ 271.0 Danca’s Kar Korral ......................... 211.0 Busy B’s .............................................177.0

Division 2 Hotel Bar & Grill ............................268.5 Grosskreutz Crop........................... 237.5 7 Brothers ....................................... 225.5 Anderson Storage .......................206.5 Division 3 Austad’s Super Valu.....................325.5 Spare Time.....................................290.0 Sanmina .......................................... 221.0 Floor’s & More ................................ 185.5 Division 4 Clear Lake True Value ................. 303.5 Lefty’s Hookers.............................249.0 Perfect Image ...............................240.0 Cumberland Tire .......................... 225.0 High games: Dale Gregery 279, Mike Dietrich 267, Gary Nottom 267, Ethan Kettenacker 267, Tom Grosskreutz 248, Jordan Bloomberg 248, Tom Roessler 246, Wayne Ecklor 246, Scott Danca 245, Stretch Broker 245, Mike Ellwood 238, Jake Becker 237, Richie Timm Jr. 235, Rob Erickson 233, HB Becker 225, Craig Niemann 224, Dean Munkelwitz 223, Brandon Anderson 216, Tony Cifaldi 213, Brandon Kahl 213, Dave Anderson 212, Larry Anderson 212, Jim Pickard 212, Chris Harmon 210, Derek Munkelwitz 209.

High series: Dale Gregery 769, Ethan Kettenacker 722, Tom Roessler 699, Rob Erickson 685, Wayne Ecklor 656, Gary Nottom 646, Scott Danca 642, Jordan Bloomberg 628, Derek Munkelwitz 619, Brandon Anderson 610, Brandon Kahl 607, Mike Dietrich 602, Tom Grosskreutz 601, Richie Timm Jr. 598, Mike Ellwood 597, Tony Cifaldi 594, Dean Munkelwitz 592, Stretch Broker 590, Rick Ignash 586, Larry Anderson 583, Larry Larson 577, Jim Pickard 574, Jake Becker 570, Jeff Becker 562, Mark Ullom 561.

AMERY SPRING SHOW PARTICIPANT

Amery Hockey Association www.ameryhockey.com

invites you to the 15th Annual Amery Spring Show

Get your Raffle Tickets for a chance to win $1,000, $500 & $250 Cash Drawing held April 7 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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Honor Volunteer Appreciation Month

by Volunteering for the ADRC of Northwest WI Why do we live in Northwest Wisconsin? The nature? The beauty? The solitude? Or maybe at this point it’s just home. Have you thought about the day when you can’t drive anymore or get around like you used to? How will that affect your life? April is Volunteer Appreciation Month and there is no better way to show your appreciation and honor the month than by helping one of our Northwest Wisconsin neighbors in need and volunteering at the ADRC of Northwest Wisconsin.

We are in need of volunteers in two programs that go a long way in helping people remain living at home longer and in our beautiful, yet rural, communities—the Medical Transportation and Home Delivered Meals Programs. The Medical Transportation

program helps older adults and adults living with a disability get to and from local and out of area medical appointments. The Home Delivered Meals program delivers hot and frozen meals to older adults who are unable to get to the grocery store or prepare meals due to physical and/or transportation barriers. This program helps individuals gain access to nutritious meals.

Someone in your community might be facing a situation endangering their ability to continue living where they love—right here in Northwest Wisconsin. Contact the ADRC of Northwest WI at 877-485-2372 to help and become a volunteer today! Volunteer information can also be found on our website at www.adrcnwwi.org/volunteer.htm.

Amery Hockey Association will have delicious food at the Amery Spring Show

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Winter weather continues . . .

Amery Spring Show is Saturday What is the deal here! Would someone PLEASE tell Old Man Winter that his season is over…his gig is up for now! The Full Moon over the weekend was beautiful. The sunPounding rise on Easter morning was gorgeous. the But that early April Pavement Fools joke on Saturday morning with the Pam Humpal snow, wind and cold was not funny at all!

While planning the annual Amery Community Club’s Easter Egg Hunt, we said that the event was going to be held outside in Soo Line Park no matter what the weather because we could always hold it under the pavilion if raining. Well Saturday morning those thoughts flew right out the window when we woke up to 8+ inches of snow and bitter cold winds.

Luckily the Amery Fire Department came to our rescue again and offered to move the Egg Hunt into the fire hall where they were having the pancake breakfast. And by the way, it was a delicious pancake breakfast. Everyone was very cooperative and understanding with the change of location, smaller hunting area, and even with a new twist of using fire hoses instead of straw to hide the eggs in.

The Easter Egg Hunt was a great success despite the weather with over 200 kids joining in the fun. Thank you to the Amery Fire Department, the Amery businesses for filling the

eggs, the various Amery businesses for donating special baskets for drawings, and the Steve Hoff family for making the wooden Easter baskets. I hope everyone had a wonderful Easter weekend!

serving delicious treats and lunch such as pulled pork sandwiches, brats, hot dogs, chips, candy, beverages.

Come join the fun at the 15th Annual Amery Spring Show this Saturday…we will see you there!

It’s time for the 15th Annual Amery Spring Show sponsored by the Amery Free Press. This year’s event will be held on Saturday, April 7, from 9am to 4pm at the Amery Ice Arena.

The Spring Show will have a wide variety of area businesses with information and displays on vehicles, recreation, health, construction, remodeling, finances, plumbing, heating, bathworks, furniture, home decorating, landscaping, mattresses, painting, lawnmowers, watercare, docks, and much more. Many of the booths will have drawings, fundraisers, prizes, giveaways, plus the Amery Free Press will have hourly drawings throughout the day of $25 Amery Scrip Money. You must be present to win the drawing, if the person drawn is not present, the $25 will rollover to the next hour.

Demonstrations for the day will include… *Bill Zager presenting info on the Friends of State Parks/Trails/Recreational Area/Forestry at 10am *Larry Loverude explaining the process of making maple syrup at 1pm *Amery Hockey Association drawing the winners of their raffle at 3pm Admission to the Spring Show is a donation of $2 or non-perishable food items for the Amery Area Food Pantry.

The Amery Hockey Association will be

Included in this issue is a special WEDDING GUIDE to assist the bride and groom on making their day perfect. There is information on venues, flowers, catering, photography, entertainment, honeymoons, dresses, hair styling, tuxes, transportation, etc.

Please check out the Wedding Guide for your special event.

Amery Spring Show Participants . . .

All-In Custom Landscape Amery Chevrolet Amery Area EMS Amery Community Club/City of Amery Amery Free Press Amery Outdoor Power Amery Youth Hockey Association ARC Contracting Asher Lasting Exteriors Bremer Bank Countryside Plumbing & Heating Gibson’s Watercare JB Lund Dock/Lift Johnson Ford of New Richmond Luxury Bath Solutions Sleep Number Slumberland Top Painting WPCA/Amery Arts Alliance

Next week’s Amery Free Press will have our annual Spring Sports section featuring high school athletes from Amery, Clayton and Clear Lake.

Let’s hope the weather turns around soon so these kids can play their Spring sports. Good Luck to the coaches and athletes.

And thinking of sports, the Milwaukee Brewers will not be selling beer at their games this year…they lost their opener! That was always one of my Mom’s favorite jokes.

On Tuesday, April 17, we will publish our annual Spring Section on preparing for the change of season and also ways to enjoy the upcoming months.

Area businesses who would like to be a part of the AFP Spring Section should please give me a call today at 715-2688101. Advertising deadline is Wednesday, April 11.

Happy Birthday this week to one of my grandsons, Bentley, who will be 6 years old on April 8. He loves to be a helper, and to make things. When he grows up he wants to be a zookeeper.

Have a very special birthday Bentley!

Here we are moving into April… where do these months go?

Have a great week…stay warm, drive careful, walk with caution, and enjoy life to the fullest!

AMERY SPRING SHOW PARTICIPANT Outdoor Kitchens Custom Fireplaces Custom Pizza Ovens Paver Patios/Driveways Retaining Walls Water Features Creative Mulch and Plant Design

“Be on vacation when you get home!”

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Editor The Amery Free Press is seeking a writer to tell compelling stories about our community. The editor is the primary generator of news for our print and online editions. If you can see beyond the obvious, spot the little things that make our community special and share them with our readers, we may have the ideal job for you.

Interested candidates should demonstrate strong writing and editing skills, enthusiasm for the news and an eye for detail and design. Familiarity with AP style, Adobe InDesign and Photoshop and photography are preferred for this position, which includes some night and weekend work.

Benefits package includes paid time off; health, vision, dental, disability insurance and 401k.

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Core Products International, Inc. in Osceola, WI is looking for GREAT people to be a part of our progressive company. We are a leading manufacturer of health care, orthopedic and comfort care products with sales worldwide.

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Develop strategies a Maintenance Mechanic. is frequently required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands occasionally climb or balance, and to stoop, and our customers. If you are interested in working with in fabricating designed molds, using the most suitable makneel, crouch or crawl. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Required: ability to handle Responsibilities include performing sewing machine repairs us, apply in person or send resume to Core Products Int’l, 55 lb containers repeatedly and moving 250 lb barrels with the assistance of a hand and fiber blower repairs as well as general plant mainteInc., Attn: Human Resources, 808 Prospect Ave. Osceola,heavy WI objects including chining resources. cart. nance within accepted safety practices. Performing preven54020. You may also email your resume to General Responsibilities: Operate all equipment in shop tative cchute@coreproducts.com.

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Qualified applicants can apply in person accepted safety practices. Performs general housekeeping. or by sending a resume to: and trouble-shoot problems with a mold and get plan of acThermal Plastic Design, Inc. Pay range $13 to $18 per hour will vary depending on tion to correct problems.

Make adjustments to machines to 1116 East Pine Street qualifications and experience correct accuracy. St Croix Falls WI. 54024 Qualifications: 2 - 5 years’ production and maintenance Attn: H.R. Manager Physical Requirements: Must be able to stand for long experience, industrial maintenance, mechanical, hydraulic, Email: hr@tdimolding.com pneumatic, 3 phase AC & DC repair and troubleshooting periods of time.

Extensive degree of mental and visual attenView us on line: www.tdimolding.com preferred but not required. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Must tion required. Full range of boy movements including close Sign On Bonus applies to FT Employees be able to work weekends and overtime if required. Must vision, use of hands and fingers. Must be able to walk, stoop, be able to travel to our other facility in Chetek, Wisconsin. squat, bend, balance, reach overhead. Must be able to lift 70 Must have good communication skills, detail oriented, enthusiastic attitude, organizational skills, self-motivation and pounds. a willingness to learn along with being a team player.

Competencies: High School Diploma with ability to apply We offer a great working environment, incentive program, principles acquired thru study of geometry. Better than averpaid tuition reimbursement, life, health & dental insurance, age computer skills, trigonometry, and mechanical drafting.

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Other desired traits: Training and experience in advanced CNC machining and programing. Know complete function of the EDM process and understands electrodes. Experience with CAD and CAM computer systems.

T.D.I. offers Competitive wages and excellent benefits.

Qualified applicants can apply in person or by sending a resume to: Thermal Plastic Design, Inc. 1116 East Pine Street • St Croix Falls WI. 54024 Attn: H.R. Manager • Email: hr@tdimolding.com View us on line: www.tdimolding.com

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Deadline for the Classified page is Friday noon CLEAR LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT

We are growing!

JOIN OUR TEAM! Quanex Building Products, a leading manufacturer in the building products industry, is seeking quality conscious, self-motivated, production associates to join our 1st and 2nd shift team at the Luck, WI location.

CURRENT OPENINGS:

Two 1st shift - Monday through Thursday 5 am-3:30 pm (overtime as required) 2nd shift - Monday through Thursday 3:30 pm-2:00 am (overtime as required) We offer a competitive wage starting at $12.50$13.00 depending on experience, plus a shift incentive, a complete benefit package including paid vacation, holidays, 401(k) and pension along with a progressive work environment.

Don’t miss out on a great opportunity to be part of a dynamic growth oriented company!

Please send your resume or apply in person to complete an application at:

Quanex Building Products Corporation Attn: Human Resources 501 Main Street S Luck, WI 54853 Quanex is an EEO employer. We maintain a smoke free, drug free work environment.

HEAD CUSTODIAN POSITION

Job Title: Head Custodian H.R. Contact: Joshua R. Ernst, Superintendent (715)263-2114 Work Schedule: Twelve (12) month contract, some weekends, summer hours may vary. Includes health, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance.

Requirements: Knowledge regarding technology, electricity, HVAC, plumbing, mechanical ability, and machinery. Desired individual must possess the ability to manage and lead a maintenance team and work with administration to facilitate projects between two school buildings and a bus garage. Desired characteristics & interests include; ability to demonstrate leadership, cooperation, and dependability.

How to Apply: Applications can be located on our District website, in the District office, or in the link provided below. Non-Certified Staff Application Application Deadline: Application accepted until April 13, 2018 or until position is filled. Please include cover letter, resume with references, and letters of recommendation. Please submit all material to the District Office prior to the closing date of the position. Effective start date is immediate.

Employer: School District of Clear Lake, 1101 3rd St. SW, Clear Lake, WI 54005 Website: www.clwarriors.org Equal Opportunity Employer

We are currently seeking a full time Engineer and Welder to join our team at Raveling Companies, LLC. Please visit our website for full position descriptions and information on how to apply: ravelingcompanies.com/careers

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PARKER HANNIFIN Amery Memory Care CORPORATION is looking for PARKER HANNIFIN CORPORATION

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LINE COOK 4 - 10 hour days

Sunday off -PT Afternoon $16/hour CNC Set-Up Operator & Housekeeper APPLY AT Automatic Acme Set-Up Operator -PT Dietary Aide Maintenance Technician and/or Senior Maintenance Technician Village Pizzeria AMERY Parker Hannifin - a World Class Motion and Control Manufacturing Company has an -FT Cook need for a full-time Acme/CNC Set-up Operators.

Position will Hannifinimmediate - a World Class MotionAutomatic and Control Manufacturing Company has an immediate need for a full-time -PT PM and NOC be on 2nd shift. This position is located in our Grantsburg, Wisconsin facility at 533 N ance Position.

Parker has positions on both first and second shift.

This position is in our Grantsburg, HELP WANTED Oak Street, Grantsburg, WI 54840. shift Resident in facility at 533 N Oak Street, Grantsburg, WI 54840.

Essential Functions: Caregivers Overnight • Set-up and operate Acme Gridley Automatics Screw Machine and/or CNC Machines

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• Recording production counts, performing part inspections as required l Functions: • Knowledge of and blueprint readingsolve highly technical equipment and/or processes.

- Trouble shoot problem 4+ Shifts available per week • Understanding of cutting tools, their geometry and behavior Must be extremely reliable.

- Perform preventive maintenance on more inspection complex(calipers, equipment processes (internally/externally).

• Experience with the tools required for mechanical heightand gaugExperience desired, but not necessary.

215 Birch St. W, Amery es, pin gauges, rules, and micrometers) Will train the right individual.

- Dismantle and reassemble machines undergoing repairs, overhauls and/or rebuilds.

• Strong working knowledge of various quality and inspection requirements, manuApply in person or call Lisa 715-640-3330 - Complex facility related repairs and/or modifications. facturing processes, and measurement techniques - Perform repairs on electrical processes such as pulling skills, wire,good hanging Requirements: Personable, good verbal and written communication dex- conduit, wiring boxes and circuit breaker panels. terity and attention to detail through visual inspection, excellent attendance, Technical Program Degree or High Diploma/GED with a minimum of 2 years experience - Assist in the installation and repair of heating/air conditioning, plumbing and electrical systems.

Sophie’s Manor, 300 Michigan Ave. Physical Requirements: Required to stand the majority of the time, lifting up to 50 Centuria, WI 54824 - Perform repairs and/or modifications on pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical and electrical systems and pounds is required equipment.

Work Environment: Required to work with coolants and/or cutting oil, medium noise HELP 1st & 3rd Shift Janitorial - Perform level. these and other duties as requested by Supervision.

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 500 Company and a worldwide leader in the manufacture ments: of motion and control. We offer a comprehensive compensation package that includes a salary, quarterly sharing plan,experience 401(k) plan withinmatch, pension plan, - Twocompetitive to five years related profit maintenance the above listed as well as flexible medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.

Positions Available

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Competitive Starting Wage Excellent Benefits: Medical, Dental,related Life Ins., job duties and/or Meal Allotment & Paid Breaks performRequires descripted responsibilities. a responsible person with strong work ethics

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education and experience to provide for a demonstrated ability to No Experience Needed Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints, electrical schematics, ladder diagrams, and use Apply thru www.parker.com Apply: Lake Country Builders -In store at McDonald’s of Amery precision measuring instruments.

Amery, WI Parker Hannifin is an EEO/AA Employer/ Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.

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We are now hiring experienced cooks!

Polk County offers careers that Matter Join us to make a difference, together we will strengthen our community!

Fast-paced, high energy work environment! Fun and friendly staff! Must be available nights and weekends.

We cannot function without great employees - talented, caring professionals are rewarded with a great, competitive total rewards package.

Forestry Administrator/Parks Assistant Full-time—Exempt Position Wage Depends on Qualifications

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Responsible for development, enforcement, management and maintenance of the County forest programs and assist with maintenance & management of parks system & recreational trails. Requires a bachelor's degree in Forestry or related field, and 2 years forestry management and supervisory experience.

Deadline to apply: April 16, 2018

Associate Support Specialist Government Center Full-time/Non-Exempt Position Wage: DOQ Provide general administrative support to Human Services, scheduling appointments, conferring with clients, compiling and recording info for client charts, reports, outgoing correspondence.

Associate’s degree in Accounting, Administrative Assistant or related field with 1-2 years of experience in related work; equivalent combination considered.

We love to hear from our subscribers, advertisers and readers. Here are the many ways you can contact us:

Recycling Mechanic Recycling Center St. Croix Falls Full-time - Non-Exempt Position Wage: DOQ

Deadline to apply: April 16, 2018

Seasonal Laborer (Various locations: Highway, Recycling) May through August/September - Non-Exempt Position Work full-time, daytime hours throughout the summer season, performing skilled operation of motorized equipment used in the construction, repair and maintenance of County highways, parks and trails, and buildings and grounds. This is a combination of common physical labor and some vehicle and equipment operation. Requires a valid state driver license.

Deadline to apply: April 16, 2018

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Willow Ridge Healthcare has the following opening:

Housekeeping Cook To apply please call or email Melissa 715-268-8171 mmcardle@rphfcorp.com

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Maintenance Technician and/or Senior Maintenance Maintenance Technician and/orTechnician Senior Maintenance

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This position offers a variety of duties & responsibilities, including manual labor to skilled operation of motorized equipment utilized throughout the Recycling center, customer service and transporting materials. Associate’s degree in Mechanics or related field with 1-2 years of experience in related work; equivalent combination considered. And Class B CDL, Class A is preferred.

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Parker Hannifin - a World Class Motion and Control Manufacturing Company has an immediate need for a full-time Maintenance Position. Parker has positions on both Parker Hannifin first - a and World Class andis in Control Manufacturing Company second shift. Motion This position our Grantsburg, Wisconsin facility at 533 Nhas an im Phone: 715-268-8101 Maintenance Position. hasWIpositions on both first and second shift. This po Oak Street,Parker Grantsburg, 54840.

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Requirements: Assist intothe installation and repair of heating/air conditioning, plumbing and - Two five years related maintenance experience in the above listed job duties and/or related education and experience to provide for a demonstrated ability to perform Perform repairs and/or modifications on pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical a descripted responsibilities.

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One of the biggest tasks is

making the bowls that will be for sale at the Amery Empty Bowls event. Each bowl is a ceramic creation made by hand.

Each bowl must be sculpted and created as well as painted.

Residents of the care facilities were able to help this year with

painting bowls that had already been sculpted. Together, a total of 50 bowls were painted by the residents.

The Empty Bowls event, scheduled for April 19 from 5-7 p.m. at the Amery High School, raises funds to fight childhood hunger.

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Starry Knights DI team in lottery for Global Finals The Starry Knights high school Improvisational Destination Imagination captured a first place finish in the Instant Challenge section of the State Finals held at UW Stevens Point on March 24. The team finished 5th overall in the high school division. After returning home, the group was contacted by Wisconsin DI with the invitation to enter a lottery draw for an opportunity to travel to the University of Tennessee at Knoxville for the Global Finals competition, based on their excellent solution to their instant challenge. The team waits to hear of their possibilities; details to be released to the team on April 23.

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Perfect Engagement Photos

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ongratulations, you’re engaged. This is such an exciting time as you and your now fiance join together and make plans to share the rest of your lives together. You’ve most likely seen engagement photos before — the good, the bad and the outright cringe-worthy. To avoid the latter, consider the following elements.

Do Your Research Choosing a local photographer is key.

Look through portfolios and other engagement sessions each professional has photographed.

Keep in mind that many photographers include an engagement photo shoot in their wedding photo package, so you will save in the long run if you book the same photographer for your wedding as your engagement session.

Schedule Early There are many benefits to snapping your engagement photos as early as possible. Not only will you want to capture the moment while your emotions of excitement are at their peak, but if you have them in hand early, you can incorporate them into your save-the-date cards and your wedding website or publish it with an engagement announcement in the local newspaper.

Even if you choose to do none of these, one task will be complete. This will free you time to focus your attention

elsewhere later — when you will need to make many decisions very quickly.

Choose a Style Your engagement photos should reflect who you and your fiance are as a couple. You, your fiance and your photographer should discuss overall style and location, as well as any outfit changes you might have planned.

Keep in mind how you plan to use the photos, as well as who will want them.

Think of what you wouldn’t want hanging on your grandmother’s wall.

Plan Your Outfits Stick with styles that complement one another and stay within the same color pallet. You also want to avoid looking like a “matching set.”

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one are the days of three-tiered weddings cakes, hoop skirting, formal affairs, multi-course dinners, pouffy headpieces (that made you look like Wonder Woman), and parents who paid for the affair.

It seems the weddings of today have evolved into something more casual and relaxed. Many couples have an established career, a large army of friends, and an idea of exactly how they want their day to go.

Today, more than ever, we see many weddings taking place outdoors, in a garden, at a family member’s property, winery or a barn. The dress code is somewhat casual, as is the theme of the day. And although many brides choose to have their attendants don formal wear, there is a trend to find something more whimsical, or natural straight off the rack at a department store.

It used to be that attendants wearing

unmatched dresses was unheard of.

Today’s bride will pick her color scheme and allow the girls to pick the dress style that best fits their body. Or another popular trend is a multi-color scheme, reflecting the season.

The guys are no different. Although tuxes are still on trend, with the move to more outdoor affairs and dealing with the summer heat, grooms are choosing lighter garments for themselves and their groomsmen. Think khakis, cotton shirt, and tie/bowtie and suspenders!

Don’t forget the suspenders to pull this look together. Nice Jeans a white cotton shirt and tie have made their way into the choices, or cowboy boots. We’ve even seen a wedding where all the guys wore matching shorts and shirts.

If the look of your wedding party is cohesive, there really isn’t a right or wrong way to dress your attendants.

Other fun things on trend right now are an onsite photo booth, matching robes for the girls when they are getting ready, suspender gifts for the guys, lip synch battles, can coozie giveaways, kids activity table with bubbles, coloring books, etc. and mason jar drinking glasses for your guests. We’ve even seen grandmas as flower girls!

The food has also changed. It used to be a formal, sit down plated meal was the norm. The meals served today often reflect directly on the bride & groom’s palate. From the ever-popular pig roast/ BBQ style, to taco bars, pasta, and even on-site brick oven pizza trucks, most reception meals are served buffet style

with plenty of food.

Sweets and treats are something everyone does a little differently. Desserts range from cupcakes, to cheesecake, cookies, cake pops, pies. A top your own cupcake station perhaps? The most popular current trends seems to be the cupcake, which usually includes a small cutting cake for the bride and groom. If the venue has bonfire capabilities, have a basket for s’more ingredients. We’ve even seen an on-site donut truck!

For continual snacking, we love a popcorn or a candy ‘bar’. Candy ‘bars’ are loved by everyone, from the kids to the kids at heart. Think vintage, big jars filled with colorful candy. Nothing is more eye appealing or appetizing! Having snacks out for your guests to munch on will be appreciated by everyone in attendance!

Need to plan the second meal of the evening? All that dancing got you hungry? Many times, couples serve a second meal or light lunch of sandwiches or pizza. Did somebody say hot dog bar? Or how about a pronto pup stand? Thinking outside the box regarding the food you serve will get your guests talking about the amazing food and time they had on your special day.

One thing that remains a staple is the need to hire a good photographer and/or videographer. Don’t skimp here. These are your memories and if you only plan to do this once in your life, you’re going to want to remember it with beautiful footage! So, find someone you click with, scour their portfolios and book them

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From the first look to the last dance, whether you are planning a wedding or attending one, the weddings of today are whatever your heart desires. If you attending a barn wedding, do you need to dress formally? Only if you want to. Is it against the rules to have a plated dinner on nice china? No. What it comes down to it, this is your day and you should do it however you’ve been dreaming. If you want to do a garden or barn wedding and require black tie attire, that’s entirely up to you. If you envision a more intimate affair but feel bad leaving people out, don’t. This day is yours and should be executed however you want. If they are truly friends, they will understand. Or if you want to include everyone down to your sisters, friends, mother’s brothers… do it. And don’t feel bad or apologize for it! (Make sure your facility can handle all those mother’s brothers!)

When you look back on your day, you’ll forget about the stress you probably felt, or the fact that you ran out of M&M’s in your candy bar, or that your hair didn’t stay the whole time because it was hot.

You’ll remember the love, fun, friends and family who shared it with you. You’ll remember the way he/she looked the first time your saw them that day. The way your parents cried tears of happiness for you both when the officiant introduced you as husband and wife. And how thankful you are that you did your day exactly the way you wanted.

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An Intimate Affair A

small, intimate wedding has loads of romance to it — as well as many other advantages. While the large wedding has become a staple of contemporary American culture, the small wedding is making a comeback, and for good reason. Before you set your final budget and guest list, consider the following motivations for staying small.

Get Married Where You Want Think of all the gorgeous venues you could either price yourself out of, or not be able to fit into due to the size of your party. Keeping your guest list small gives you more options.

It also opens up venues that don’t traditionally host weddings — or charge “wedding prices.” Think of places such as an art museum, a zoo or a greenhouse.

Spend More Quality Time With Guests An intimate wedding typically has less than 75 guests, which means you will have a lot more time to spend with each person.

Walk around to each table and personally thank people for coming. Depending on the size of your party, consider

seating everyone at one long table — creating an intimate dinner party atmosphere.

Do More With Your Money Small weddings can cost less, saving you thousands.

Alternatively, you could spend the same amount as you would have set aside for a larger affair and splurge on the luxurious extras you want most.

A smaller wedding can be a way for you to ensure your guests have a night they will always remember, and that you have the wedding you always dreamed about.

Put Your Money Toward Your Future Your wedding day is a magical day and will most likely always hold a distinct place in your heart. But remember, it is just one day.

Hosting a smaller wedding means you are free to put additional money toward future

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Wedding photographers also may enjoy shooting happy couples in spring, when the colors of nature can provide a perfect and colorful complement to men and women during their engagement or wedding photoshoots. In fact, spring flowers have inspired artists from various mediums. Among the more notable painters to paint springtime flowers and landscapes were Georgia O’Keefe, Impressionist pioneer Claude Monet and Vincent Van Gogh.

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your lives together are just beginning.

Living centerpieces set receptions apart Weddings are special occasions for all involved. Guests may look forward to the ceremony and festivities, and couples who are hosting do not want to disappoint. Brides and grooms often look for innovative ideas to set their weddings apart from ones they may have attended in the past.

While budget often determines what couples can and can’t do at their wedding receptions, brides- and grooms-tobe can prioritize certain components if they are looking to impress.

Centerpieces are one aspect of the reception where couples can get creative without breaking the bank. Flowers are popular centerpieces at weddings.

But even with cost-cutting measures, such as choosing in-season blooms, bumping up the filler-to-flower ratio and opting for low-profile centerpieces instead of towering alternatives, couples can expect to pay around $2,000 on wedding flowers, offers The Knot, a go-to resource for wedding planning.

But opting for the following clever living centerpiece alternatives might not only impress guests, but also do so on budget.

• Choose potted plants. Potted plants can serve as both favors and reception centerpieces. Live plants also can be an eco-conscious decision for couples who are interested in incorporating “green” elements into their weddings.

Couples tying the knot in the autumn can place mums inside a hollowed pumpkin or gourd. Spring and summer weddings can be enhanced by miniature rose bushes. Winter weddings may be dressed up with small evergreen trees or potted holly.

• Marine life draws attention. Couples can opt for inexpensive freshwater fish to add ambiance and a focal point for the reception tables. Small goldfish bowls can be decorated with gravel that matches the color of the wedding theme. One lucky guest at each table can take home the miniature aquarium after the festivities.

• Butterflies are whimsical. Some cultures or religions view butterflies as a symbol of endurance, change, hope, and vitality. Incorporating butterflies into reception centerpieces can make guests feel like they are stepping into a living garden. Small, mesh-lined cages filled with foliage and butterflies might add that special touch.

Living centerpieces offer something different from floral centerpieces. However, because live plants and animals may be part of the display, couples need to account for their welfare. This means ensuring they will be cared for after the wedding, or in the event of butterflies, released into the evening sky.

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Choosing Bridesmaids Dresses N

othing can cause more drama than choosing bridesmaids dresses — especially if you have a large bridal party or opinionated attendants. The smart bride understands that this aspect of her wedding is less about her and more about her maids.

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same budget, and a compassionate bride-to-be will be mindful of this.

Unless you are picking up the tab, don’t choose a pricey gown. Not everyone views your wedding as the investment you see it as.

You should know your wedding colors and have your venue booked and your own gown ordered. All of these items will impact the style and hue of the gowns you choose.

Will you be choosing the gown or have you decided to allow your maids to choose their own (with your final approval, of course)? Do you want your maids in the same style?

Will they be wearing various colors or hues of the same color?

Know the answers to each of these questions before stepping foot inside a bridal salon.

Be Flexible This applies both to your expectations of the dress and your maids. Keep in mind that the color you see in a magazine might be slightly different in person.

Be flexible in terms of what is will look good on different skin tones. Remember, as much as you might love a color, above all, you want everyone to look their best.

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Look through many photos before you begin shopping. Also keep in mind, as much as you love them, your friends are not models (unless they are) — so what you see in photos will look different in person and on each individual person.

Many dresses require one to three months to ship, so be sure to allow for this. After the dresses arrive, you also will need time for your maids to pick them up (unless they are being shipped directly) and for the gowns to be altered.

So don’t wait too long before checking this item off the bridal to-do list.

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Plan an Elegant Bridal Tea S

pring is the perfect time to host an elegant bridal tea. Whether you are a bridesmaid or the mother of the bride or groom looking to honor the bride-to-be — or are a bride yourself — consider hosting a fancy get-together. It is inexpensive, chic and fairly easy to pull off without additional stress.

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You can save a significant amount of money by hosting the tea at someone’s home rather than at an event center or restaurant. Sunny spring weather means everyone should be comfortable in a backyard or patio setup.

You will just need to be sure to have enough seating for everyone, which might require renting a few tables and extra chairs.

Capitalize on Spring Flowers An outdoor affair also provides plenty of natural decor. Afraid of rain?

Flowers such as peonies are bountiful in spring, and their large blooms mean you only need one or two at each table to create a stunning effect.

Roses also are a classic choice, with many varieties blooming in early spring. Any flower you choose, however, will add feminine flare and complement the tea service.

Use Family China While the betrothed couple might not be registering for china, you can bet that their grandmothers — and the grandmothers of close friends — did so, still have it and hardly ever use it.

Many women will most likely be hap-

py to contribute to the occasion and let you borrow their settings. Be sure to keep track of which patterns belong to who and return them promptly and hand-washed. (Most china is too delicate for a dishwasher.)

Don’t Forget the Tea Alternatives Not everyone is fond of tea, so be sure to have alternatives to offer to guests.

For hot beverages that also can be sipped out of china, offer coffee or hot

chocolate (a delicacy consumed yearround in many other countries), as well as cold beverages such as lemonade, or water garnished with cucumber or mint.

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All About the Hair Y

our hair is a central component of the overall bridal look. What you choose to do with it — and adorn it with — can dramatically change your finished appearance.

How you look will be an obvious focus of wedding planning since everyone else’s eyes will be on you. But don’t fret just yet. Follow these tips and tricks, and you are sure to be happy with the results.

Updo — or Down?

Before you choose a hairstyle, you must take into consideration the style of your gown, as well as the overall tone you are hoping to set for your wedding. Your hairstyle should complement these aspects — not compete with them.

Your face shape also will play a role in your overall decision. Just remember, the goal is to look like the best version of yourself — not someone completely different.

Consider styles that don’t stray far from your everyday look.

If you regularly wear your naturally wavy hair loose, a simple side-swept bun with a long veil will look more appropriate than tight ringlets and a tiara.

Veils: The Long and Short of It The veil has become a classic wedding accoutrement and is available in many lengths, styles and fabrics. Consider the style of your dress when choosing a veil; ideally, these items will be purchased at the same time.

Will you want to show off the back of the dress?

Stick with a veil of sheer silk netting. Is your dress an ankle-length, vintage chic stunner? A birdcage veil is the likely choice. When choosing a hairstyle, be sure it allows for the veil of your choice to be easily secured.

Headpieces and Hair Jewelry Another option is to forgo the veil altogether.

Baubles designed specifically with your locks in mind are getting more and more popular.

Think golden floral combs, delicate headbands and whimsical bun wreaths. You can

leave behind jewels and metals of all kind, and go floral; a wreath of delicate rosebuds or one

elegant magnolia bloom can add a breath-taking touch of romance.

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Some insurance carriers also will offer discounts on policies insuring inscribed diamonds, so it can be well worth the extra investment.

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Marriage in the Movies T We enjoy every crazy bridesmaid, every heartfelt moment between a bride and her mother, and the general fuss that goes into and surrounds the wedding planning process.

The following three movies, released 10 years apart from each other, focus their respective narratives on the wedding planning process. They also demonstrate how much has changed — and hasn’t — when it comes to planning the perfect wedding.

he wedding-themed romantic comedy is a beloved genre — and brings with it a range of emotion.

Father of the Bride (1991)

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The Wedding Planner (2001) What’s a girl got to do to stay married? Wedding planner Mary nails marital issues to wedding choices. While she plans lavish affairs for her clients, her would-be courthouse wedding and classic boat neck dress have a simple-elegance to them that you can’t not appreciate.

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Even though this is not the wedding she ultimately follows through on, her style is effortless — and brides-to-be will covet her style along with her love affair with love.

Bridesmaids (2011) This movie gets real with the drama that comes with the typical wedding. Meet yet another Annie, only this one is a bridesmaid who just happens to be down on her luck.

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in her best friend’s wedding, where she must plan festivities with the other maids, including Helen, who is seemingly perfect in every way.

Brides, take note. Bride Lillie definitely could have been more sensitive to both friends.

Also, don’t eat questionable fare before a fitting. Lessons abound in this romantic comedy.

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All About Entertainment Y

our wedding should not be just a day for you to remember. Traditionally, a wedding reception is a party thrown in honor of the bridal couple, but is hosted for the wedding guests as a thank you for their presence at the nuptials and for their gifts.

With the right planning, your reception can be just as memorable for your guests as it is for you and your family.

Do research and think about what you’ve enjoyed (and haven’t enjoyed) as a guest at weddings.

Here are a few suggestions to get you started.

Hire a Caricaturist Caricaturists always add a playful dose of entertainment, and their popularity at weddings in recent years has grown significantly.

Not only are they entertaining to watch during your reception, but they can offer your guests a unique, personalized item — which you can use as a wedding favor — to take home with them at the end of the evening.

Hire Dance Instructors Sometimes enticing guests out on the dance floor can be a struggle. Offering up some entertainment on the dance floor could be just the ticket to get guests into the groove of things.

Instructors can frequently be hired by the hour, so you can easily limit your costs. Your guests will never forget that your wedding is where they learned (or relearned) how to swing, waltz or salsa.

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Remember, while many professional photographers offer a photo booth as an add-on option to most packages, a photo booth does not need to be professionally installed or wreck your

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Thank You Card Etiquette

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eceiving wedding gifts is an added joy of getting married.

Writing thankyou notes for each of these gifts, however, can be a challenge.

This is especially true if you receive a large number of gifts. Not to worry. With this simple guide, your thank-yous will be thoughtfully written and in the mail in no time.

Who to Thank Everyone who has given you a gift should receive your thanks. Be sure to add anyone who helped in planning, organizing, and decorating or ran errands on your behalf. Your wedding would not have been what it was without help.

Start by making a list. This will ensure you don’t forget anyone and makes it easy to cross off each name as cards are written.

When to Send For every gift you receive before your big day, you have a couple of weeks to post a

thank you note. For every gift received at or after your wedding, you generally have a few months.

This is not to say you should wait until the end of this etiquette deadline. Try to send your thank-you notes out as quickly as possible — ideally within the first few weeks after you return from your honeymoon.

What to Say As a culture, we have always struggled with the best way

to say, “thank you.” The best way to pen a mass quantity of thank-you notes is to stick with a simple formula, with a touch of personalization.

Start with a simple greeting: Dear___________________, Then express your gratitude: Thank you so much for _________________________.

Next, mention the gift by name and add a personal detail. This could be how you plan on using or displaying the gift. If the person has giv-

en money, describe how you plan to spend it.

Follow up this sentence by stating when you hope to see the person again, what the person means to you, or just that you’re thinking of her.

Finally, end with your regards.

Making it Fun You can relieve much of your anxiety about the task by making the experience an enjoyable one. Start off by

stocking up on some beautiful stationery.

Thank-you cards are items you will need again and again, so you can take advantage of bulk deals without worrying about waste.

Make it an “event.” Put on some fun music, pour a glass of wine and pick up your favorite pen. Don’t forget to split the task with your beloved.

Maintain honeymoon beauty

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ccording to TripSavvy, 99 percent of couples who choose to have traditional weddings take a honeymoon. Around 1.4 million couples in the United States depart for honeymoons around the world each year, spending an average of $4,466 on the trip.

Though not nearly as pressure-filled as wedding planning, honeymoons do require some planning to ensure a fun and memorable trip. In a Bridal Guide survey, wedding couples indicated they were most likely to worry about wardrobe, swimsuits, sunglasses, sunscreen, and luggage when getting ready to depart.

Couples who want to look their best on their honeymoon and in their honeymoon photos should not forget to pack the following items.

• Sunscreen: Sunscreen is a must whether you’re traveling to the pink beaches of a tropical island or the slopes of a ski resort. Choose a product that protects against both UVA and UVB rays, and be sure to reapply every 80 minutes or so, especially after perspiring or swimming. Sunscreen will help prevent damaging and painful sunburns that can adversely affect a trip.

• Makeup-remover wipes: Even

high-end resorts may not provide the correct face bar for removing makeup and refreshing skin. Makeup-removing wipes can offer deep cleaning in a few convenient swipes.

• Hair refresher: Brides who want to get a few extra days out of a wedding day hairstyle should pack a hair refreshing spray to tame static and add UV protectors that keep locks pampered until they’re ready to wash. Dry shampoos also allow for a little refreshing of hair between daytime adventures and evening dinner.

• Eye cream: There may be a few late nights while you’re enjoying romantic, candlelit meals or hitting up the hot spots around a resort. Ensure honeymoon photos do not show tired eyes with an eye cream that can reduce puffiness and dark circles.

• Tinted moisturizer or BB cream: A high-quality tinted moisturizer or BB cream will hydrate skin and add just

a sheer wash of color to even out skin tone. Pair with lip balm and a waterproof mascara and your honeymoon face will be ready.

• Teeth whitening treatment: Couples who invested time and money into achieving whiter teeth for their weddings don’t want to let all of that hard work go to waste. Brush on whitening product after eating and drinking to prevent stains and freshen breath.

• Blotting papers: Humid climates may cause perspiration and oils to leach out of the skin. Tame shine and that greasy feeling with blotting papers purchased from a cosmetics retailer.

• Light fragrance: Heavy perfumes have no business on breezy honeymoon escapes. Find a light, flowery scent or something tied to nature, like citrus in a travel-sized atomizer.

• Stick-on bra cups: To feel more stylish and comfortable in strapless and/or backless dresses on their honeymoons, brides can use stick-on bra cups that offer support and lift.

• Travel brow kit: Keep brows tamed and looking great with mini-tweezers, brow filler and gel.

Honeymoon beauty is easy to achieve if the right supplies are brought along on the trip.

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