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Under the direction of her dad Paul, the crowd watched 7th grader Kelsey Oman create an original painting for auction at this year’s Empty Bowls event. Empty Bowls has raised $9,511 so far this year, and still has leftover bowls and necklaces for sale for those who would like to help them reach their $10,000 goal. Contact Emily Larson at Amery High School to learn more.

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Amery will soon have eight more places to stay, thanks to eight new campsites scheduled to open in Amery’s North Park on Memorial Day Weekend.

Amenities and electric hookups will be installed later this month

along the northernmost edge of ‘North Park RV Campground.’

Assistant Public Works Director Chanz Green says that the campground is intended for RVs, not tenting. Each of the eight sights are slated to have 50 AMP service, water, and a fire ring. A dump station is also planned. And campers will even have access to free Wi-Fi,

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as well as all of the activities that North Park already offers. North Park will offer campers easy access to downtown shopping, the North Twin boat landing, Apple River, and trail heads of both the Stower Seven Lakes State Trail and the Cattail Trail.

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Thanks to several decisions made by the Amery City Council this month, the city could save as much as $178k by refinancing its existing debt load, and another $27k annually by doing a little of its own dirty laundry.

The latter came at the urging of Public Works Director Allen McCarty. The finance committee opted to terminate the city’s contract with G&K Services, a company responsible for cleaning city uniforms, rugs, and bathroom towels. McCarty says the city had been locked into an extensive ten-year contract with the firm. Citing service issues and in anticipation of the conTHURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2222 tract’s expiration, the33, city had already switched VOL. NO. 19 towels, www.moraminn.com $1.00purchase and clean to131paper and will now its own uniforms and rugs. The move comes at an annual cost savings of approximately $27,000.

The council also approved contracting with financial brokers Robert W. Baird and Co. to assist in refinancing a portion of the city’s existing debt load.

Justin Fischer of Robert Baird presented at the April City Council meeting. Fischer explained that bond rates have steadily declined over the last 30 years, hovering between 5.5 and 7.5 percent in 1986 to anywhere from 1.0 to 2.5 percent today.

“Basically rates have dropped almost every year, and are historically almost the lowest they’ve ever been,” Fischer explained. “So right now is the perfect time for the city to get

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THE SUN MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin’s most popular presidential primary in 36 years was one big party for Republican Ted Cruz and Democrat Bernie Sanders.

Cruz and Sanders lived up to their billings as favorites in Tuesday’s primary at the expense of front-runners Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton.

Voter turnout in Amery was 46.4 per-

cent, higher than the estimate of 40 percent but just below the statewide average of 47.35 percent.

In Polk County, Trump defeated Cruz 3,542 to 3,001. John Kasich placed third with 804 votes. Amery voters gave Cruz a win by a 10 vote margin 178-168. Kasich received 49 votes in Amery.

Cruz capitalized on a wave of support from establishment Republicans eager

to derail Trump. His win slowed the billionaire businessman’s bid to win the GOP nomination outright, with Cruz raking in at least 33 of the state’s 42 delegates.

Sanders defeated Clinton in Polk County by nearly 300 votes 2,473 to 2,174.

An election night reporting error giving Clinton the win in Polk County was corrected on Wednesday. Sanders beat

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Clinton in all but two of the counties in the state. Clinton did win the vote in Amery, edging Sanders 214-172.

The payoff wasn’t as rich for Sanders due to proportional allocation on the Democratic side. It was the Vermont senator’s sixth straight victory.

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SAVINGS: City of Amery could save $35k a year, Treasurer estimates FROM PAGE ONE

in the market and refinance any debt it possibly can.”

Based on a AAA bond rating, Fischer used an estimated 2.1 percent to calculate potential savings for the city. He explained that Amery would go through its own rating process as part of the refinancing, essentially establishing a credit rating for the city. Fischer feels

that with only a few AAA cities in Wisconsin, Amery would not come in quite that high.

The refinancing would consolidate seven different city loans at a cost not to exceed $3.5 million, and would include portions of $2.04 million in bonds from 2008 (currently 4.0 to 4.2 percent), a library promissory note from 2011 (currently 3.75 percent), a water promissory note from 2012 (currently 3.0

percent), a water promissory note from 2013 (currently 2.75 percent), a fire truck promissory note from 2013 (currently 3.75 percent), a TID promissory note from 2014 (currently 3.5 percent), and a 2014 loan for the new city grader (currently 2.5%).

Fischer estimates potential savings for the refinance could total $178, 791 when forecasted out to 2028.

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promoted in the new Amery Visitor’s Guide, which came out April 5. The city intends the facilities to be open Memorial Weekend. “I think the intent with this is that it be a soft opening,” says Alderman Rick Van Blaricom. “Everything is brand new, and I’m not at all afraid to say that there will probably be some changes. But we’d like to at least get people looking at it,” he says.

Campsites will be available on a first come, first served basis. No reservations will be taken. Campers should fill out a registration form at the park kiosk and post it to their chosen site. Sites are $25 per night, cash only, with payments placed inside the payment drop box.

No firewood will be allowed from further than a 10-mile radius. Quiet hours are slated from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. with a maximum stay of seven days. Fireworks and alcohol are prohibited in the park, and all pets must be on a leash.

Assistant Public Works Director Chanz Green says that the biggest ad-

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The Amery City Council met on Wednesday, April 6. Highlights of the meeting are as follows: City Treasurer Fran Duncanson reports that the Wisconsin Department of Revenue has denied a second appeal

by Cardinal Glass to have their manufacturing assessment lowered. A previous appeal from Cardinal Glass had resulted in a reduction in the city’s tax base.

Duncanson also clarified issues regarding the possible vacated Class B liquor license within the city. She says that Amery is not allowed to utilize its reserve license (currently in use by Village Pizzaria) unless all of the standard Class B licenses are taken. If the a regular Class B license were to become available it would first be offered to Village Pizzaria, thereby freeing up the reserve license which comes with an initial price tag of $10,600.

Burning permits can now be acquired through the online portal at the city website. Those wishing to request a burning permit can do so through the “Submit at request” portal at amerywi.gov. This will include the areas of Amery, Black Brook, Lincoln and Alden.

Police Chief Tom Marson an-

vertisement will be word of mouth, but they also talked with the DOT about getting signs from Highway 46. Management Analyst Megan Will has advertised the campground extensively through TravelWisconsin.org and oth-

‘Everything is brand new, and I’m not at all afraid to say that there will probably be some changes.’

Rick Van Blaricom Alderman, Wards I and II er sites. A preliminary brochure for the campground includes the drafted guidelines. Will says the rules will be enforced by the Public Works and Police Departments.

A brochure is available at city hall or online. Information is also available through the city website at amerywi. gov, or by calling the city office at 715268-7486.

nounced that Amery will participate in Tornado and Severe Weather Awareness week. A mock drill will take place statewide on Thursday, April 14 at 1:00, with tornado sirens set to go off at 1:45.

Drug take-back will also take place on April 30 from 11-2.

Fire Chief Dale Koehler announced that North Star Council of Boy Scouts presented an award to Amery Fire post 9146 for their participation in the Explorer program, recognizing the department’s dedication to helping young people prepare for their futures.

Amery is the longest participating department in Wisconsin, and only four departments have been part of the program longer. The Explorer program is open to youth 14 and older. Amery currently has 10 young people involved in the program.

Library Director James Nalen reports that Youth Services Librarian Tricia Wehrenberg will be leaving the library as of April 22. Her position is currently posted. He also discussed several upcoming events including a Festival Theater vignette performance of ‘The Grapes of Wrath’ on April 16 at 11 a.m., and visit from author Nickolas Butler on April 30 at 11 a.m. Nalen reports that Amery’s library participation and attendance is higher than neighboring libraries and numbers are up over this time last year. Many other libraries have seen a significant decline, but Amery seems to be holding its own.

Management Analyst Megan Will announced that with all paperwork complete, Amery has officially been

In discussion of the topic, Alderman Rick Davis was asked his opinion on the matter. “I do think it’s a good idea,” Davis said. “We have done this before, and we saved a lot of money on the interest rates. This is 15k to 17k a year in cash flow savings.”

The council adopted a resolution that allows Baird to move forward with the refinancing process and act when the mar-

ket is in a good position, anticipating the earliest opportunity to come in May and close by June 1.

City Treasurer Fran Duncanson adds, “If you look at just the savings with debt service, and add to it what we’re saving with G&K, that’s about $35k a year, and that’s a lot of money.”

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Kloppenburg to win a 10-year term on the state Supreme Court. Bradley carried Polk County, garnering 6,347 votes to Kloppenburg’s 5,069. In Amery, Bradley edged Kloppenburg by two votes, 374-372.

Amery voters reelected unopposed incumbents Mayor Kay Erickson with 700 votes, Alderperson Kristen Vicker with 681 votes, District 1 Alderperson Rick Van Blaricom received 368 votes and District 2 Alderperson Tim Strohbusch with 321 votes.

Chelsea Whitley won twice on election night. She earned a second term on the Amery School Board with 1,256 votes, 653 votes in Amery and 725 votes in Amery for the Municipal Judge for the City of Amery, Village of Clear Lake and Town of Clear Lake. Whitley received 285 votes in the Village of Clear Lake and 266 votes in the Town of Clear Lake for a total of 1,276 votes.

Amery School Board member Dale Johnson was reelected with 1,333 votes. In Amery, Johnson received 596 votes.

Amery voters also returned incum-

named a Tree City USA and Bird City Wisconsin. Award ceremonies will happen later in the year. Bruce DeLong will host a birding walk in York Park on May 14. The Amery Area Business Directory and Visitors Guide is also now complete. Pick one up at any local business, the Library, or city hall.

A walkability policy alternatives report will be complete and discussions with suggestions from other communities and the public will take place sometime in June. The city is also working on a housing study in conjunction with the AEDC, which will focus on housing affordability, vacancy rates, and current and future needs.

Residents will receive a household survey in their second quarter utility bills. Surveys returned before May 20, May 27, and June 3 will have a chance to win one of three gift certificates from Dick’s Fresh Market.

Parks and Recreation met March 28 to discuss several items. The Community Club would like to put a second phase patio next to the park bandshell for handicap access. They plan to have it complete in early summer. North Twin boat launch and expansion and new campground were also discussed.

The committee also came to a decision that they are not interested in pursuing bee hives within the city, due to regulating concerns and not being enforceable.

Public Works met on March 29.

Contracts have been sent out and a pre-construction meeting will take place soon on the municipal parking lot resurfacing. The committee recom-

bent Polk County Supervisor to office for another term. Nelson received 698 votes and was unopposed.

There were four contested races for Polk County Supervisor. In District 2, Patricia Schmidt lost her reelection bid to Doug Route 428-381. Chris Nelson will be the new supervisor for District 4, defeating Kathyrn Kienholz 446-345. Brian Masters returns to the Polk County Board in District 6, defeating Marilynn Nehring 524-367.

Russell Arcand deffeated a challenge from former board member Jared Cockcroft 571-289.

Incumbent Tom Levendoski was defeated by Nettie Bergmann-Groat in the Clear Lake School Board race by a margin of 489-309.

Voters in the Unity School District elected Patricia Kastens with 927 votes, David Moore with 859 votes and James Beistlw with 820 votes.

Scott Nelson defeated Becky Amundson 475-447 for the seat on the Frederic School Board.

In Osceola Peter Kammerud won the seat on the Osceola School Board 1571-1436.

mends soliciting proposals from multiple engineering firms for the Flagpole Park lift station.

The Planning Commission met March 31 and will recommend revision to a city fencing ordinance to address maximum height.

The Finance Committee met March 29. They will extend the contract with building inspector Craig Moriak for an additional year. Debt re-financing and contracting with Robert Baird and Company was also discussed, and later approved by council, as well as eliminating the city’s contract with G&K. The committee also discussed the city’s cable franchise agreement, and being billed for recording that was done outside of the city that did not involve Amery. They will discuss these with a representative from the cable company.

The committee also reviewed ramifications of a recently passed county-level resolution. The county previously settled with the city throughout the year for portions of assessments, utilities and charges owed within the municipality, and went after delinquent accounts themselves. Going forward, the county will only settle once in August for what has been collected, leaving the city liable for any outstanding debt from city residents.

The city approved an air-boat agreement with the townships of Alden, Black Brook and Lincoln, allowing the city to proceed with the purchase of an air boat this fall.

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APRIL 16 Annual Norwegian Smorgasbord You are invited to Trinity Lutheran Church for their annual Norwegian Smorgasbord, Saturday, April 16 from 11-2 and 4-7 p.m. Enjoy a variety of Norwegian food for a free will donation. Trinity Lutheran Church is located 1 mile east of Hwy 65 on CTH F.

APRIL 16 Northern Lakes Chamber Orchestra Saturday, April 16, Northern Lakes will feature “The Northern Lakes Chamber Orchestra” - an evening of orchestral favorites performed by the Northern Lakes Chamber Orchestra.

Adult tickets are $5, children $1. Performance begins at 7:30 p.m. Northern Lakes Center for the arts is located at 113 Elm Street in Amery.

‘Grapes of Wrath’ Vignette Amery Area Public Library will host a vignette performance of ‘The Grapes of Wrath’ presented by the Festival Theater in St. Croix Falls. Performance begins at 11 a.m. and is free and open to the public.

This will be an abbreviated presentation of the play based on the novel by John Steinbeck.

‘The Grapes of Wrath’ will run in its entirety at the St. Croix Falls Festival Theater through April 24.

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Spaghetti Dinner Bethany Lutheran Church in Star Prairie will hold a spaghetti dinner from 10:30 to 2 p.m. on April 17. Cost is $7.50 per person, children 5 and under are free. Take outs available. Serving spaghetti, meatballs, salad with choice of dressing, bread sticks, dessert bars and beverage.

APRIL 23 Pig Roast and Gun Raffle American Legion Post 301 in Woodville invites you to their 2nd annual Pig Roast and Gun Raffle, Saturday April 23 at 4:30 p.m. Six long guns, 9 mm pistol, and 8 high quality hunting knives will be raffled.

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National Volunteer Week Amery Hospital & Clinic honored their volunteers with a special luncheon on April 11 to celebrate National Volunteer Week (April 10 –April 16). The group donated almost 3200 hours of service in 2015, which equates to a value of over $70,700. Many thanks to the Amery Hospital & Clinic volunteers. FRONT ROW: Bonnie Timm, Orrin Arneson, Peg Pechacek, Char Yetter, Sally Omer, Pam VanHeuklom, Kathy Gehrman. BACK ROW: Don Prihoda, Amy Johnson, June Saxby, Bev Gerber, Cheryl Bowman, Ruth Severson. MISSING: Kate Bevington, Gerri Bieniasz, Lyle Carlson, Martha Funke, Joyce Hanson, Barb Harris, Marge Jacobson, Patti Johnson, Barb Nelson, Dick Scholz, Dodie Scholz, Juanita Seidl and Peter Seidl.

Over 60 door prizes valued at $25 or more including 2 game cameras.

A Spoon River Anthology Saturday, April 23 and Sunday, April 24, Northern Lakes Center for the arts will present “A Spoon River Anthology” offering an often touching and an often humorous readers’ theater performance of the Edgar Lee Masters classic performed by members of the Northern Lakes Theater Guild.

Adult tickets are $5, children $1. Performances begin at 7:30 p.m. Northern Lakes Center for the arts is located at 113 Elm Street in Amery.

APRIL 24 League of Women Voters The Upper St. Croix Valley chapter of the League of Women Voters will hod its annual meting on April 24 from 3 to 5 p.m. at Cafe Wren in Luck. The League welcomes both men and women who live in Polk or Burnett counties to join.

For more information call 715-294-2657.

the nonprofits that serve our communities. It’s your chance to make a real impact for your favorite nonprofits and the people they serve.

Donate online at giveSCV. org, in person at advertised drop-off sites, by phoning 715294-5727, or mailing directly to the non-profit seeking funds.

APRIL 28 Lyme Support Group The Western Wisconsin Lyme Support Group meets Thursday, April 28, 7 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Amery. The public is welcome.

APRIL 30 Nickolas Butler, author visit Amery Area Public Library welcomes internationally acclaimed local author, Nickolas Butler at 11 a.m. The author of ‘Shotgun Lovesongs’ and the short story collection ‘Beneath the Bonfire,’ will read from his work, and also answer questions and sign copies.

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The Swedish fiddlers’ group from the American Swedish Institutute will perform Sunday, April 24, at 2:00 pm, at the Amery High School Auditorium.

Tickets are available at the door and at Chet Johnson Drug and Bremer Bank. The website is www.asispelmanslag.org.

Amery Police Department will sponsor a drug take-back day, in conjunction with the Amery Woman’s Club and Wisconsin Department of Justice.

Prescription drugs and overthe-counter medications, and liquid medications in their original containers can be brought to the Amery Police Department from 11 a.m.t o 2 p.m.

Prohibited items include intra-venous Solutions, injectables or syringes, biological waste and illegal substances.

APRIL 26 Give Big St. Croix Valley Amery, Osceola, St. Croix Falls and surrounding communities will come together for 24 hours of unprecedented giving in support of the vital work of

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PowerUp Family 2k This free event is open to kids and fmailies who want to run or walk. Arrive by 8:45 a.m., race starts at 9:15 at Soo Line Park in Amery. Sign up online at runsignup.com, or from 7:30 to 9 a.m. on race day at Amery City Hall. Course will run on the Stower Seven Lakes State Trail.

Sole Burner Cancer Walk

Help fight cancer one mile at a time with Amery’s Sole Burner. Registration is from 8 to 9 a.m. on May 7 at the Amery High School. Walk starts at 9:15 around the High School Track.

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MAY 14 Bird Walk in York Park Amery is celebrating International Migratory Bird Day on May 14th with a bird walk through York Park led

by Bruce Delong. York Park is a part of the Great Wisconsin Bird and Nature Trail and is famous for its warblers, loons, and eagles! Meet in the York Park Parking lot at 8:30 AM on May 14th.

MAY 21 Color Blast 5k fun run/walk Color blast is an untimed (almost) 5k fun run/walk for all ages to benefit our local emergency personnel. On May 21 runners will be doused in color! Funds raised Event includes a t-shirt and bracelet.

Registration and $20 fee are due May 4. Pick up and return registration to Amery Congregational Church, Downloadable documents and updates available at facebook.com/ amerycolorblast5k.

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“The Trial of the Century” is back in the news once again.

Thanks to a television dramatization, the double murder trial of O.J. Simpson has once again become hip.

Former National Football League star, commercial pitchman and movie star Simpson was accused and eventually acquitted of the June 12, 1994 deaths of his ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and waiter Ron Goldman.

The trial that took place in Los Angeles from November, 1994 to October of 1995 was televised, scrutinized, sensationalized and nearly every person in the had an opinion on SimpPublisher nation son’s guilt or innocence.

Tom Stangl Simpson’s defense team, led

by Johnnie Cochran, included several high profile attorneys: Robert Shapiro, F. Lee Bailey and Alan Dershowitz. Simpson’s friend, Robert Kardashian, was also among the defense team.

I felt the television series offered a unique view into the spectacle that was the People vs. O.J. Simpson. Over 20 years later, some people are more interested in the late Robert Kardashian’s family and their reality TV antics and may have found it interesting that “Uncle Juice” was portrayed as contemplating suicide in “little Kimmy’s” bedroom.

The series didn’t try to steer you one way or another, but I fear that while it was great television, it was another setback for racial relations in our country.

I recall at the time of the verdict, opinions on Simpson’s guilt or innocence fell fairly consistently along race lines, with white people believing that he had committed the murders while black people saw Simpson as a victim of police misconduct and framing.

I hesitate to even use the terms “white” and “black” when discussing race because our society has once again become so sensitized to issues regarding race that we don’t even know how to talk about our differences.

Growing up in the 1960s, I watched the protests and riots as our nation struggled with equality.

We are just two years away from being a half century removed from the madness of 1968, the year that nearly tore our nation apart.

Between the assassinations of Martin Luther King, Jr. and Robert F. Kennedy, two men that could have and I believe would have changed the face of race relations, protests of the war in Vietnam and the general feeling that things were on the edge of oblivion, 1968 was a year that our nation was fortunate to survive.

I don’t know if we can come through another year like 1968.

On the surface, after electing the first black president to two terms in office, you would have thought that we had gotten past the divide and closer to the land Dr. King has envisioned where people “will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.”

As Dr. King said in his “I Have A Dream” speech, “Let us not wallow in the valley of despair.”

Reliving the days that divided us needs to reinforce why we must not allow them to return.

Remember this when the remake of Alex Haley’s “Roots” comes to television this summer.

Entertainment can be a powerful force. We must not allow it to be used to justify hate.

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

Thanks for reading. I’ll keep in touch. Feel free to do the same.

‘Coolidge...Coolidge’

BY MATT POMMER

This year’s Republican presidential campaign continues to have surprises, but it doesn’t compare with the party’s decision-making in 1920.

It is a story of a multi-ballot GOP convention and decision-making in a smoke-filled room in Chicago’s Blackstone Hotel.

But it is also a story with a Wisconsin twist.

It took 10 ballots for the Republican nomination Capitol convention to seNewsletter lect conservative Matt Pommer Warren Harding as its nominee.

He had gone to the convention with less than 10 percent of the delegates needed.

The party’s power brokers opted for Harding as a compromise.

Then to balance the ticket with a candidate from a different part of the GOP political spectrum, the brokers offered the vice presidential nomination to U.S. Sen. Hiram Johnson of California, a leader in the Progressive movement. Johnson rejected the offer.

Then the brokers turned to U.S. Sen. Irvine Lenroot of Wisconsin who also had a strong progressive record. He accepted the offer, but it would come unglued.

When his name was put in nomination the delegates had spent a

hot and humid week in Chicago and were ready for their own action. Air conditioning was far in the future.

With Lenroot’s name in nomination, a retired judge from Oregon stood up on a chair and began to shout “Coolidge, Coolidge, Coolidge!”

The Massachusetts governor had broken a Boston police strike in 1919.

The judge would later say that having a Harding-Lenroot ticket would be too many senators. The convention selected Coolidge, a conservative, over Lenroot on the first ballot. The Wisconsin senator received just 146 delegate votes. So much for ticket- balancing.

Harding would die in 1923 and Coolidge would serve as president for five years after winning the 1924 presidential nomination.

How would American history have unfolded had Lenroot been the president?

Lenroot had been an early supporter of the Progressive Era politics of Robert “Fighting Bob” La Follette. But the two split over the 1912 presidential election. Lenroot had tried to prevent the separate presidential bid by Teddy Roosevelt.

Lenroot served in the Wisconsin Assembly from 1901 to 1909, serving as speaker in the 1903 and 1905. He would serve in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1909 until 1918. La Follette and Lenroot would reconcile, but split

again over the draft and entry into World War I. Unexpected things can transform politics. In 1914 Wisconsin elected Paul Husting of Mayville, a progressive Democrat, to the U.S. Senate. He defeated Francis McGovern, the two-term governor who is credited with signing key Progressive- sought laws such as the graduated state income tax and workers’ compensation.

But Husting died after being accidentally shot by his brother while duck hunting trip on Rush Lake in Winnebago County. Lenroot would win the special election called to fill Husting’s seat. It would give Republicans the majority in the U.S. Senate.

The Senate seat would provide national attention for Lenroot whose home was in Superior.

Now, in 2016, Republicans could be headed to a national convention in which it will take multi ballots to select its nominees.

Donald Trump, a newcomer to elective politics, has had the party’s leaders scrambling to head off his brand of outspoken politics.

Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker has joined the anti-Trump movement by endorsing U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas.In turn that has produced speculation in corners that Walker might be the party’s vice presidential nominee.

Walker has said such talk is “pretty premature.”

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Peterson best choice for local control To the editor: I’m responding to last week’s letter from Dennis Carson claiming that Adam Jarchow has actually been supportive of local government. Mr. Carson cited a press release from the League of Wisconsin Municipalities in an attempt to manipulate voters, and I can’t let him get away with that.

First of all, the League of Wisconsin Municipalities’ Jerry Deschane is hardly a neutral observer.

According to an article in the April 3, 2011 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel titled “No degree, little experience pay off big,” Mr. Deschane’s son Brian was given a well-paying job in the Walker administration for which he was unqualified. This was an apparent reward for Mr. Deshane’s work in his former job as a lobbyist for the Wisconsin Builders Association, where he helped raise over $120,000 for Walker’s campaign committee.

Secondly, the press release referred to by Mr. Carson failed to mention a memo prepared in February by the Legislative Fiscal Bureau that detailed 59 instances in the current legislative session where Republicans proposed either limiting the authority of local governments or imposing new unfunded mandates.

Thirdly, in describing two bills “interfering with local control” that were successfully watered down from their original drafts, Mr. Deschane singles out AB 582 – Adam Jarchow’s signature property rights bill.

In summary, neither the League of Municipalities’ press release nor Dennis Carson’s letter change the fact that our Republican legislature in general and Adam Jarchow in particular have been waging a campaign to strip local governments of their decision-making authority. This is a major reason Jeff Peterson’s campaign for Assembly is generating so much support.

Sincerely, Carol Johnson Deer Park, Wis.

Blood donations make a difference To the editor: Spring is here and that means it’s time once again for the Amery Community Blood Drive. It will be at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 217 Deronda Street, from 12 noon to 6 p.m. on Monday, April 25, and Tuesday, April 26.

Blood donors are ordinary people – factory and office workers, teachers, business executives, parents, grandparents, and people from every walk of life.

But they all share one thing – a generous spirit, a desire to give back to their community and help others.

Please consider donating blood on April 25 or 26.

You are able to donate whole blood every 56 days and double red cells every 112 days. Call Cheryl Bowman at 715-268-2062 or Jan Reichert at 715-268-5172 to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins are also welcome. Be sure to bring a picture I.D. The Amery Woman’s Club is responsible for organizing the many details required to bring the Red Cross Blood Drive to Amery twice each year. Some of our local businesses, churches and organizations generously donate food, services, and devoted volunteers to make it a reality, and we thank them all.

If you already donate blood, thank you! You are making a lifesaving contribution that benefits accident victims, cancer patients, premature babies, transplant recipients, people with blood disorders and many others. If you have never donated blood, please consider it. Your donations are always needed – and very much appreciated.

Thank you.

Cheryl Bowman and Jan Reichert, Coordinators

Solutions for terrorism To the editor: Change nothing? Since 911, 330 people have been charged as terrorists with 80% being Americans. “If you always do, what you’ve always done, you’ll always get, what you’ve always had”.

Our USA best practice - Iraqi Freedom.

The first of these was a brief 21day, conventionally fought, war in March–April 2003, in which a com-

bined force of troops from the United States and Great Britain (with smaller contingents from several other countries) invaded Iraq and rapidly defeated Iraqi military and paramilitary forces. Troops, when sent in, should do their Mission and then get out. This is their preference.

Covert Operations. We need to create an Anti-terrorism army of convicts, who would serve the USA under an agreement of amnesty. Their Mission would be to eliminate terrorists in the USA and throughout the world. Federal inmates cost us $29.3K/yr. and State inmates cost us $31.3K /yr. Selection pool is 160,000 inmates in our Federal prisons to start, done by our former top NCO’s from the Infantry of the Army & Marines. They would be trained and deployed by this elite group of veterans. Twenty years of service and good conduct for these once convicted men would result in their freedom, their records would be cleared, and they would be released back into society.

Does our Constitution give us the right to overthrow our government? No. Our only option is the power of our vote. Voter participation for the USA is 54.9% and WI 73.2%. Wages of Apathy?

Rich Hess Trade lake

Band-aid won’t fix rural education Band-aid won’t fi x rural education issues Rep. Quinn and Governor Walker are making news up here about his bill for student loan debt relief for teachers who take jobs in rural schools. It got a unanimous 94:0 vote in the Assembly and a 31:1 vote in the Senate.

At first glance it seems to be a great idea. However, it is fair to ask if it is a truly effective measure or something designed at the last minute for the upcoming election. A similar bill proposed by Democrats two years ago was not allowed out of committee. No new dollars were requested to fund the bill.

It doesn’t seem to address the real problem: the number of teachers applying for jobs anywhere in Wisconsin has dropped in half over the last few years.

And it certainly is no substitute for genuine higher education debt reform, an issue the legislature avoided. It’s all college grads, not just new teachers, with backpacks full of debt.

Rural schools in our area are in trouble, no question about that. Dozens of referendums held statewide this April, asking for a record number of dollars, just to keep the doors open. There is a truly disturbing teacher shortage as young people choose careers with more security. A statewide expansion of the Milwaukee voucher program will only accelerate declining enrollment in public schools once it is set loose on rural Wisconsin. Signs of future turmoil for all rural schools are on display with the spectacular mess in the Spooner School District.

Rural Wisconsin schools present a unique challenge. On the one hand, people are very loyal to their local public schools and proud of the quality education our kids are getting. On the other hand there are declining enrollments, all across rural Wisconsin.

Cutting state funding and pushing school funding more and more onto the property tax, the big change that Republicans brought to school funding, will not sustain quality schools up here for long.

The school funding formula favors urban areas over rural. It pulled a million dollars out of Rep. Quinn’s district this year, a difficult bite compared to the rest of the state. Cuts were moderated only for one district, Chetek-Weyerhaeuser, because of consolidation. That is no surprise, since closing schools and consolidating districts seems to be where Republican leadership would like to take us. What was surprising is that Rep. Quinn told us after the budget was signed how pleased he was with the “big win for Wisconsin schools”.

Serious legislators from rural districts need to put bipartisan effort into proposals that will change the State’s school funding formula in ways that will sustain rural schools. Fair Funding for our Future is the most important of those proposals. That will take a lot of hard work, but well worth it for the benefit of rural public schools.

Geri Lisi Rice Lake, Wis.

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Give Big to Interfaith Caregivers To the editor: Interfaith Caregivers of Polk County loves their contributors any time of the year, but they love them twice as much right now. Two generous couples are providing a $12,500 challenge match for any contributions made to Interfaith Caregivers of Polk County during the upcoming GiveBIG St.Croix Valley fundraiser for local non-profit organizations. That means that your contribution will be doubled!!

Interfaith Caregivers of Polk County has been serving the elderly and people living with disabilities since 1995. Last year our 185 volunteers served 509 people by providing transportation to medical facilities, grocery stores, banks, etc., friendly visits, yard cleanup, respite care, business help, light housekeeping and fi x-its. We are not affi liated with any specific religion but work closely with local churches. All services are provided to clients at no cost.

Last year this local event raised over $150,000 for local charities, and their goal this year is to raise $250,000 to benefit the many non-profit organizations serving communities in our area.

You can make your contribution one of two ways: You can write a check to Interfaith Caregivers (write giveBIG on the memo line of your check) and mail it to PO Box 65, Milltown WI, 54858. The check needs to arrive in the Interfaith office by April 26th to count in the fundraiser. OR, you can give on-line anytime between now and April 26th by going to givescv.razoo.com/story/interfaithpolk. Your tax-deductible gift will be used to recruit, screen, train and match more volunteers to help your Polk county elderly and disabled neighbors age in place at home.

Please join me in making a contribution to Interfaith Caregivers of Polk County.

Carol Mattson, Interfaith Board Member/Secretary

A difference in Senators To the editor: I have lived with the representation of the two senators running for re-election in Wisconsin in November, Russell Feingold (D) and Ron Johnson (R).

I can say from personal experience there is a difference in who they represent.

Former Senator Feingold spent 18 years representing big donors and special interests. Senator Johnson has spent the last six years representing me.

Robert Goodlad, Town of Alden

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Polk County Divorces Filed

Glenwood City couple arrested after Polk County meth sting A Glenwood City couple was arrested in Turtle Lake April 8 following a lengthy narcotics investigation.

Authorities had conducted two undercover purchases of methamphetamine using confidential informants from Frazier 48-year-old Donald J. Frazier in March. The first occurred on March 3 in Clayton, and the second on March 11 in Turtle Lake.

Both purchases were ¼ ounce of methamphetamine in ex-

change for $400, and both purchases later tested positive for the controlled substance. According to police reports, the first purchase also weighed in at 7.48 grams.

Authorities from St. Croix, Barron, and Polk counties were Remington notified that Frazier was again in Polk County on April 8, visiting the Turtle Lake Casino. Frazier and his girlfriend, 35-year-old Melissa Remington, also of Glenwood City were apprehended as

they were walking toward the casino entrance and taken to the Polk County Jail.

Remington admitted to officers on scene that she had a bubble pipe in her bra, and was found to be in possession of a “loaded” meth pipe upon arrival at the jail.

Frazier was formally charged with two counts of manufacturing/deliver of methamphetamine (less than or equal to 3 ounces) on Monday, April 11, and during a same-day initial cash bond was set at $5,000. As of press time April 12, Remington had yet to be formally charged.

Mysterious arson lands man behind bars A Lewis man, 59-year-old Joseph S. Wood, was arrested April 9 for mysteriously setting fire to several buildings of his Lewis home and walking away.

According to police reports, authorities initially responded Wood to Shooters Bar where Wood’s brother was waiting to talk to authorities about a fight that he and Wood had gotten into earlier that day.

Wood’s brother explained to authorities that he had arrived at Wood’s home to take him to see their mother who was in the hospital. An argument ensued, causing Wood to hit his brother in the throat. The man was unsure why his brother would do something like that, but did explain that he was bi-polar.

As the man made his report, the officer heard radio traffic about a fire at Wood’s home, which is property owned by his mother and deceased father.

The officer arrived to find one of the outbuilding completely

burned down, another actively on fire, and some fire damage to the home. Wood, meanwhile, was found ¼ mile up the road from the house.

Wood readily admitted to setting the fires, and the verbal disagreement, but denied hitting his brother.

Wood was arrested and transported to Polk County Jail for Arson and Battery.

Valerie A. Sargent, 34, Clear Lake and Jason L. Sargent, 43, Clear Lake fi led for divorce on March 28, 2016.

Christie L. Libansky, 37, Osceola and William D. Libansky, 36, Osceola fi led for divorce on March 29, 2016.

Kelly J. Sagness, 38, Osceola and Erik K. Sagness, 39, Osceola fi led for divorce on March 28, 2016.

Katie M. Weller, 38, Centuria and Douglas E. Weller, 39, Centuria fi led for divorce on March 29, 2016.

Katie M. Montpetit, 27, Isanti, Minn. and Austin T. Montpetit, 26, Osceola fi led for divorce on March 29, 2016.

Deborah A. Shoop, 55, Dresser and John V. Shoop, 52, Dresser fi led for divorce on March 30, 2016.

Angela F. Peterson, 36, Dresser and Terence M. Peterson, 39, Osceola fi led for divorce on April 4, 2016.

Joleen K. Jaremczuk, 52, St. Croix Falls ad Eugene B. Jarenczuk, 52, St. Croix Falls fi led for divorce on April 5, 2016.

Cindy K. Dolron, 44, St. Croix Falls and Mark G. Dolron, 51, Deer Park fi led for divorce on April 6, 2016.

Polk County Marriage Licenses Polk County Marriage Licenses, April 12, 2016 Todd Allen Peterson and Michelle Ann Gurtner were issued a marriage license on April 4, 2016.

Dennis Arnold Tabbert and Patricia Ann Richmond were issued a marriage license on April 4, 2016.

Benjamin James Blue and Laura Jean Koster were issued a marriage license on April 7, 2016.

Polk County Circuit Court Appearance Date: March 15, 2016 Amber Lynn Bantz, 27, Centuria, fail to stop at stop sign, $175.30.

David Kenneth Beach, 20, Turtle Lake, operating while suspended, $200.50.

Alyssia Ann Benjamin, 18, St. Paul, MN, operating while suspended, $200.50.

Gerinda L. Boyd, 66, Frederic, exceeding speed zones (1115 mph), $175.30.

Justin P. Bradley, 19, St. Croix Falls, operate without carrying license, $150.10.

Burggraff Milk Line Inc., Upsala, MN, violate regulations for unified carrier registration system, $200.50.

Harold Richard Coleman, 55, St. Cloud, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Jeffry A.Cook, 38, St. Croix Falls, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

John R. Cornwall, 59, Amery, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $200.50.

Katy R. Dahlquist, 42, Clayton, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

Terriel A. Davenport, 53, Turtle Lake, pleaded not guilty to operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance.

Spencer Gerald Elwood, 20, Amery, vehicle passenger fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Alexander Michael Frinack, 20, Deer Park, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Aren Lizabeth Gerich, 33, Luck, non-registration of vehicle – auto < 10,000 lbs., $175.30.

Dustin C. Groehler, 25, Clayton, improper display of license plate/tag/decal, $150.10.

Lonny D. Hall, 52, Balsam Lake, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Taylor Jordan Halverson, 24, Turtle Lake, vehicle passenger fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Kurtis G. Hause Jr., 32, Bruce, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Lisa M. Hecht, 31, Comstock, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Nicole J. Karlen, 27, Greenwood, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $313.90.

Troy William Allen Keller, 41, New Richmond, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Mitchell John Klatt, 25, Luck, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Brandon Robert Langerud, 24, Big Lake, MN, operating

while revoked (forfeiture 1st), $200.50.

Laura Maren Langness-Matthews, 51, Clear Lake, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Jeffrey L. Larson, 60, Centuria, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Kelly P. Lathrop, 28, Amery, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Thomas Alan Lingen, 66, Cumberland, speeding in 55 mph zone (20-24 mph), $225.70.

Russell Glenn Matson, 34, Hudson, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30; speeding in 55 mph zone (16-19 mph), $200.50.

Mary Louise Mendoza, 30, Rice Lake, operating while revoked (forfeiture 1st), $200.50; non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30; operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

Cassondra M. Miller, 24, Osceola, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Kaitlyn Lee Miller, 20, Turtle Lake, vehicle passenger fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Jacob Leander Moriarity, 25, Clayton, display false vehicle registration plate, $263.50.

Keri K. Nelson, 30, Almena, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

Benjamin T. Nelson, 24, Frederic, operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50; non-registration of vehicle – auto < 10,000 lbs., $175.30.

Lodermeier Brian Nicolas, 20, Menomonie, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Steven J. Norwick, 29, Bloomington, MN, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $200.50; improper display of license plate/tag/decal, $150.10.

James Michael Nyholm, 23, Turtle Lake, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Estelle Anne Ostgard, 40, Shawano, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Jesse J. Ramsey, 27, Centuria, operating while revoked (forfeiture 1st), $263.50; non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30.

Ryan D. Roos, 34, Apple Valley, MN, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30.

George G. Ross, 59, Robbinsdale, MN, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Blake Daniel Rust, 22, Luck,

pleaded not guilty to operating a motor vehicle without insurance.

Andrea H. Seifert, 54, Centuria, speeding/pedestrian safety zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Terrence Lee Semple 57, St. Paul, MN, operator violate red traffic light, $175.30.

Sunrise Ag Coop, Buckman, MN, violate Class A Hwy. weight limits, $652.

Ronald Ralph Thomas Swanson, 17, Amery, vehicle passenger fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Blake Jonathan Thompson, 31, Clear Lake, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Alina M. Veenendall, 38, Deer Park, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Aarin C. Wedin, 36, Frederic, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $18.

Cody Michael Wendt, 17, Balsam Lake, operate motor vehicle without adequate muffler, $175.30.

Katie Jean Wilcoxson, 28, Clear Lake, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Sherilynn D. Wirth, 34, Clayton, prohibited public nuisance, $175.30; 18 counts of nonconforming fence, $175.30 each.

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Amery Police Report 04/01/2016 – 04/07/2016 04/01/16, 08:38AM, Police responded to and investigated report of suspicious activity.

04/01/16, 09:50AM, Police were dispatched for disorderly juvenile call.

04/01/16, 12:12PM, Police were dispatched for animal control call.

04/01/16, 05:20PM, Police were dispatched to assist outside law enforcement agency in attempt to locate individual.

04/02/16, 11:04AM, Police were dispatched to assist business.

04/02/16, 11:35AM, Police were dispatched to assist with funeral traffic.

04/02/16, 05:45PM, Police were dispatched to check the welfare of local resident.

04/02/16, 09:00PM, Police responded to report of domestic disturbance.

04/02/16, 10:45PM, Police were dispatched to assist outside law enforcement agency for intoxicat-

ed driver.

04/03/16, 07:10AM, Police responded to assist EMS staff in gaining access to citizen in need.

04/03/16, 08:43AM, Police were dispatched to assist citizen with property retrieval.

04/03/16, 09:33AM, Police were dispatched to assist EMS. 04/03/16, 11:21AM, Police were dispatched to check the welfare of local citizen.

04/03/16, 08:03PM, Police were dispatched for assist citizen with vehicle lockout.

04/04/16, 09:35AM, Police responded to local residence alarm.

04/04/16, 01:00PM, Police were dispatched for gas drive off.

04/05/16, 01:05PM, Police were dispatched to conduct an animal welfare check.

04/05/16, 4:40PM, Police were dispatched to a Hit and Run crash on Cross Avenue.

04/06/16, 12:06AM, Police responded to a 9-1-1 hang up call.

04/06/16, 1:56AM, Police responded - County Mutual Aid, for

a disorderly conduct incident.

04/06/16, 07:50AM, Police responded to a 9-1-1 open line call.

04/06/16, 11:09AM, Police responded to a traffic complaint of a possible intoxicated driver.

04/06/16, 3:25PM, Police were dispatched to a vehicle lock out.

04/06/16, 8:10PM, Police responded to a found dog call, met with owners.

04/07/16, 1:20PM, Police responded to assist EMS. 04/07/16, 1:42PM, Police were dispatched to a gas drive off.

04/07/16, 3:20PM, Police responded to assist EMS. 04/07/16, 5:25PM, Police were dispatched to a possible burglary.

04/07/16, 8:44PM, Police responded to a vehicle in the ditch.

Assisted driver.

Arrests: 04/02/16, Mark Deal, 27 of Amery, Disorderly Conduct Domestic. Arrested and transported to Polk County Jail.

Two Amery men airlifted to Regions in separate Sunday incidents

BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Two separate one-vehicle accidents and two separate flights to Regions hospital made for a busy Sunday for Polk County Emergency Responders.

According to the Polk County Sheriff’s Department, the first occurred just before 3 p.m. near Crickets Event Center at County Road H and 140th Avenue. Apple River Fire and Amery Ambulance responded to the scene where a southbound 1997 Ford Explorer driven by Rex Goodrich,

59 of Amery, had overturned in the ditch.

Goodrich was extricated from his vehicle by Apple River Fire and transported to Amery Hospital where he was immediately airlifted to Regions Hospital in St. Paul. Goodrich remains there in critical condition.

The second one-vehicle crash occurred at 10:41 Sunday evening, when 46-year-old Sean Repka of Amery was northbound on County Road C when he entered the ditch near Marina Drive. Repka’s vehicle vaulted over Marina Drive before striking some trees.

Polk County Sheriff’s Depart-

ment responded to the crash with assistance from Amery Fire, Ambulance, and Police.

A helicopter landed on scene to transport Repka to Regions Hospital in St. Paul. No information was available on Repka’s current condition.

Reports indicate that Repka was unable to advise the responding Deputy what had caused the crash, but that alcohol is a suspected factor.

Both crashes remain under investigation.

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Reports in Support of Probable Cause Polk County Sheriff’s Department Monday, April 11, 2016 Benjamin N. Bridges, 65, Marble, Minn. was arrested on April 7 for Operating a Motor Vehicle While Intoxicated (3rd offense).

Dustin J. Graf, 27, Turtle Lake was arrested on April 9 for OWI 2nd and Probation Hold.

James G. Schmitt, 52, Houlton was arrested on April 10 for OWI 1st and PAC. Andre D. Lyons, 36, Amery was arrested on April 10 for OWI 2nd.

Tamara J. Dempsey, 45, St. Croix Falls was arrested on April 8 for Probation Hold.

Ryan M. Demming, 35, Amery was arrested on April 8 for Polk County Body Only Warrant.

Joseph R. Wysocki, 34, Browerville, Minn. was arrested on April 9 for two Chippewa County Warrants.

Jerrod J. Paumen, 41, Milltown was arrested on April 9 for Probation Hold.

Joshua R. Whitfield, 21, Buffalo, Minn. was arrested on April 6 for Possession of Stolen Property.

Asa D. Merrill, 24, Balsam Lake was arrested on April 7 for Disorderly Conduct.

Melissa A. Remington, 35, Glenwood City was arrested on April 8 for Possession of Paraphernalia.

John E. Paulson, 52, Siren was arrested on April 8 for Possession of Paraphernalia and Possession of Methamphetamine.

Donald J. Frazier, 48, Glenwood City was arrested on April 8 for two counts of delivery of methamphetamine.

Tevin M. Foss, 18, Dresser was arrested on April8 for Battery and Disorderly Conduct.

Jason E. Wendelboe, 47, Frederic was arrested on April 9 for misdemeanor bail jumping and warrants (failure to appear).

Adam W. Hornstein, 26, Clear Lake was arrested on April 9 for Battery and Disorderly Conduct.

Daren K. Evenson, 36, Amery was arrested on April 8 for Domestic Disorderly Conduct and Damage to Property.

Joseph S. Wood, 59, Lewis was arrested on April 9 for Arson and Battery.

Thor L. Jepsen, 48, Centuria was arrested on April 11 for 2nd Degree Sexual Assault of a Child.

Centuria man arrested in alleged About the crime stories child sexual assault Authorities responded to St. Croix Regional Medical Center on Sunday, April 10 for reports of a 13-year-girl who had been sexually assaulted.

According to police reports, Jepsen the girl and her mother reported to authorities that the alleged incidents occurred in the town of Sterling near the DNR fire tower. The victim reported that she had been touched in the genital area by a man she identified as as 48-year-old Thor L. Jepsen of Centuria, an acquaintance of her mother’s.

The victim’s mother reported

that she and her daughter had gone for a car ride with Jepsen to “the barrons,” and at some time between 5 and 7 p.m. Jepsen parked the car near the DNR fire tower. She reported that Jepsen and her daughter told her to stay in the vehicle, and they went down a trail together. She got suspicious and went looking for them, and found her daughter laying on a rock with her pants down with Jepsen was standing a few fee away facing her. In exclaiming, “How dare you,” the mother surprised them both.

The mother then reports that Jepsen went into hysterics, and threatened suicide, but eventually calmed down enough to drive them both back to her home.

The victim reported to author-

ities that Jepsen had touched her in the genital area with his hands, but that was not witnessed by her mother.

Authorities eventually caught up with Jepsen the next day in the parking lot of the Trollhaugen Ski Resort near Dresser. He agreed to being transported to St. Croix Regional Medical Center for examination relating to the incident.

Jepsen was then transported to Polk County Jail and booked for 2nd degree sexual assault of a child.

As of press time April 12, Jepsen had yet to be formally charged for the alleged incidents.

The crime stories on this page are based on the Probable Cause reports from different law enforcement agencies.

Probable Cause Reports (PCs) are a report stating the “Probable Cause” that the arresting officer had at the time of arrest. It is used by the District Attorney, Defense Attorney, and Judges in the court’s “Initial Appearance” to assist them in determining, first, to confirm whether or not there was enough “Probable Cause” for the arrest, second, if the charge stated by the officer is appropriate and supported by the information contained therein, and third to assist the judge in setting bond. The District Attorney also uses the Probable Cause Report as a basis (but not exclusively) to complete the Criminal Complaint, which is the official charging document.

A Probable Cause Report is NOT the same as a Criminal Complaint. While the PC shows why the person was arrested, they are not officially charged until the Criminal Complaint is filed. Those charges may differ from the charge(s) listed on the PC based upon what charges the District Attorney believes he can prove.

Charges may be amended up or down during the charging process as information becomes available.

As always, an arrested person is presumed to be innocent until convicted by a judge or jury. Not all arrested people are convicted of the crimes alleged.

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Former Bank Now Under Conversion

That Watering Trough

Right on the heels of the bank movers, carpenters started working over the former Union State Bank building, remodeling it into a shoe store.

When completed, the building will be converted into a modern shoe store, which will be operated in conjunction with the B & B Clothing Store, owned by Arch Buchanan and Leonard “Bud” Harris.

Mayor W. T. Kennedy and Contractor G. W. Ridler have given their word to the people that the much talked of sanitary watering trough will be constructed in a suitable place EARLY THIS SPRING and you can look for it as soon as the frost goes out of the ground.

Burman and Dalberg stand ready at any time (Mr. Dalberg informs us the sooner the better) to carry out their part of the agreement viz: furnish material free of charge.

Now who will be the next to do something for the good of the city? Don’t all speak at once.

90 Years Ago April 15, 1926

Yes, Siree…That’s One Mighty Safe Place!

Popular Hickory Point Resort One of the first Wapogasset vacation attractions, Hickory Point Lodge was established in the early 1900s by Ernest “Uncle Ernie” Guanella and his wife, Cora. The lodge featured great fishing, delicious food and stunning scenery, which attracted guests to the lodge each summer. That, and Cora’s famous homemade chicken dinners. “Uncle Ernie” was a man of few words who loved young people, caught fish and even built his own boats and canoes.

John Orner Injured At Deronda John Orner was very severely injured at the Deronda garage last Wednesday morning.

He was oiling a bearing with the motor running when his sweater became entangled in the shaft, winding his arm so tightly that it was broken in four places.

He was brought to this city for treatment and is improving as well as can be expected.

New Battery Station C. G. Burman has opened a modern, fully equipped battery service station and sales rooms in the Danielson building just west of the Danielson Drug Store.

Mr. Burman is an experienced battery man and besides handling a high class line of batteries will repair and service every want in the battery line.

Polk County To Have Four-Day Fair Polk County will hold a fourday fair this year beginning Aug. 31 and continuing Sept. 1, 2, and 3.

There will also be night sessions and the officers are promising a real fair the coming fall.

We sincerely hope that they will live up to their promises.

The Polk County fair the past few years has been a farce from every angle with the possible exception of providing a berth for the popcorn and soft drink concessions. The Free Press is for a county fair and realizes that it is no small job to handle the proposition, but believing that the fairs the past few seasons have been a disgrace to the county, I believe that no fair at all is a better advertisement than the kind we have been having.

Here’s to the new board, and here’s hoping that they will make good.

85 Years Ago April 16, 1931 The Conceited Driver Causes Many Accidents Conceit, which often finds expression in thoughtlessness, rudeness and selfishness, is

considered of prime importance as a cause of automobile accidents, by Dr. Paul Schroeder, Illinois State Criminologist.

“An Appreciation of the rights of others on the highways appears to be a more important qualification of a driver than even normal intelligence,” he says.

Dr. Schoeder’s opinion is backed up by statistics. He recently made Yesterday’s a study in Detroit of 100 News prisoners conDiane Stangl victed of manslaughter with an automobile. Only three had serious physical defects, one was subject to epilepsy and one was insane. The old idea that anyone in good health and with reasonable mental qualifications can drive an automobile safely no longer holds water.

The egocentric driver, disregarding all but himself, taking chance after chance, whether he be mentally a genius or a moron, is a constant menace to life and property.

A little old-fashioned courtesy, which amounts to regard for the rights of others is the individual cure for the conceited driver. He presents a problem that must be solved as he is responsible for a large part of the motor accidents.

The year 1931 opened with a record-breaking motor fatality toll of 2,410 deaths in January, an increase of 30 percent over January 1930. Here is grisly proof of the need for on-going investigation into every phase of the accident situation.

75 Years Ago April 17, 1941 Overloads Cause Two Arrests by Patrolmen Traffic Officer Ed. Johnson kept a watchful eye on overloaded trucks during the past week, and two men were arrested and fined.

The roads, because of the heavy snows for the past win-

ter, and lack of frost, are in the worst condition they have been in for years. Even the pavement on No. 12 was washed out in places by a cloudburst Sunday night, near Baldwin, and all blacktop and gravel roads are almost impassable.

70 Years Ago April 11, 1946 E. J. Sullivan Buys Hotel E. J. Sullivan of St. Paul has purchased the Amery Hotel from Mr. and Mrs. James Kelly and will take possession April 15.

Mr. Sullivan is an experienced hotel man having been formerly at the St. Paul Hotel.

More recently he operated a Coffee Shop in the Globe in St. Paul.

New Owner at Bob’s Café Henceforth Bob’s Café will be known as the Amery Café, following a transaction this week, which found Mr. and Mrs. Evan Shogren purchasing the business from Mr. and Mrs. Robert Warndahl.

Effective with the purchase on April 12, the new proprietors will begin to serve regular dinners besides lunches and sandwiches.

Mr. Shogren was recently discharged from the Army after serving over two years in the European Theatre of Operations. He was formerly located in Almerlund, Minn., where he was engaged in the confectionery business.

Teletalk System Installed at Super The Amery Telephone Company this week completed the installation of a Teletalk system in the Super Ice Cream and Refrigerated Locker building.

The new system is an intercommunication system to all parts of the plant and will greatly increase the efficiency of the operation. The system is equipped with loudspeakers throughout the plant and each department is able to carry on a complete conversation with this new setup.

Change Location for New Root Beer Stand The Larson-Torgerson post of the American Legion have leased a portion of their land for the construction of the new A & W Root Beer stand.

Mr. and Mrs. N. A. Nelson of Bruce plan immediate construction of the new structure just south of the present Legion Hall.

Originally, the stand was scheduled to be built on land close to the Riverview Motel station in south Amery.

Falls, Suffers Broken Leg Again Randy Danielson, 10-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Hilton Danielson, has been plagued with an epidemic of broken legs in the past year. Tuesday evening he fell out of a wagon while playing and suffered his third such injury.

His run of misfortune began last May when he broke one of his legs on the last day of school. It continued when he fell at a Cub Pack meeting last December and broke his other leg.

Tuesday’s accident found a break recurring in the first leg injured…and that’s no picnic for a young fella with vim and vigor and nice weather just coming around the corner.

Believe Bullet Causes Injury Mrs. Richard Viken will probably glance furtively up and down the street before she ventures forth to shake rugs again.

Last Friday morning, she stepped out the north door of their new home in the Knollwood addition to air some rugs.

In the process, she felt a thud and severe pain in her elbow.

Glancing down, she noticed a sizeable gash and considerable bleeding. By noon, she sought medical treatment, which included tetanus for gunshot.

Apparently the damage to her elbow was caused by a stray bullet.

50 Years Ago April 7, 1966

It seems that the new depository at the new Union State Bank building should be duly impressed with the safety accorded their funds.

In fact, they are so safe that they are not able to reach them and neither are bank employees. It seems that the new depository safe has balked at the combinations provided for it and refuses to be opened.

After several trips by locksmiths, Gene Thompson, local welder and machinist, has been engaged to “crack” the safe with a cutting torch and free the “frozen assets.”

40 Years Ago April 15, 1976 Adult Kite Flier Electrocuted Gary Charles, 29, New Hope, Minn. was electrocuted Tuesday afternoon while flying a kite with copper wire on his fathers farm just south of the Polk-Burnett county line on highway 87.

The copper wire came in contact with a 7,200-volt transmission line.

The incident caused Sheriff Jay Luke to warn persons about the danger of kite flying.

“Even a wet string will conduct electricity,” declared the sheriff. He urged residents to stay away from electric wires while flying kites and to call the local power utility if a kite should become entangled in the wires.

Reserve Says $2 Bill to Save Money The new 1976 $2 bill issued Tuesday, April 13, is expected to add a new convenience to the currency system and to help reduce government currency costs, according to the U. S. Federal Reserve System.

A Harvard Business study concluded that the Series 1963 $2 U.S. note, last issued in 1966, did not circulate successfully because of inadequate issuance. Some 400 million Series 1976 two dollar bills will be issued each year-60 times more than the six million 1963 notes that were issued annually.

The new $2 bill is eventually expected to replace about onehalf of the “ones” in circulation. The new bill will provide a savings of $4-7 million per year compared to costs of printing an equal value of currency in the one-dollar denomination.

The new note will feature an engraving of Thomas Jefferson from a portrait painted in the

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City tornado drill Marcoux announces candidacy scheduled for April 14 for Barron County DA Former Rice Lake High School and University of Wisconsin – Barron County graduate, Aaron Marcoux, announced today that he is seeking the Barron County District Attorney Position as a Democratic candidate.

After graduating from Rice Lake High School in 1998 and the University of Wisconsin – Barron County in Marcoux 2001, Marcoux earned his Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee in 2003 and his Juris Doctorate from the University of Wyoming College of Law in 2010.

In addition to Marcoux’s Law Clerk experience for the State of Wyoming’s supreme court, prosecution experience with the Laramie County District Attorney’s office, and current position as the Sawyer County Assistant District Attorney in Hayward, Wisconsin, he served Bayfield and Iron Counties as an Assistant State Public Defender out of the Ashland Office. Aaron was elected to two terms as local Bar Association President (2013-2015) following two terms as Vice President (2011-2013). In 2010,

he was elected President of the State Bar’s Young Lawyers Section. Marcoux has been a standing member of multiple County Criminal Justice Coordinating Councils as well as constructed Drug, Domestic Violence, Mental Health, OWI, Veterans and Risk Reduction Treatment Courts.

Marcoux currently serves on the Wisconsin Supreme Court Appointment Selection Committee.

“The experience of processing all levels of case classifications, from Traffic Forfeitures to Double Homicide, as both a defense attorney and prosecutor allows me to analyze a case from every angle and has been crucial to efficient case management,” Marcoux said. “Upon returning home, it became obvious our justice system is in need of serious repair. Cases are taking years to be prosecuted and offenders are simply not being held accountable,” he added.

“Being an effective District Attorney is not simply getting a case in and out of the system it is also about achieving positive change in a person’s life. It seems like every headline discusses the ever-growing methamphetamine epidemic. Methamphetamine is not only poisoning individuals but our communities

as a whole. I embrace Evidence-Based Practices utilizing aggressive education, treatment and prosecution specifically targeted to eradicate this threat,” asserted Marcoux.

“I cannot think of a better place to raise my children than in the same community I was raised. Watching my children grow up where I did would remind me every day how important it is for the District Attorney’s Office to protect and serve,” he adds.

Marcoux runs against incumbent candidate Angela Beranek, who’s recently been scrutinized by the Barron County Sheriff’s office and local police chiefs for what they consider to be taking too many plea bargains, settling for lesser penalties, and taking too long to process cases. Berenek has cited an exponentially larger amount of cases without the addition of staff in response to these claims.

District Attorneys are state candidates, and will be on the ballot November 8. The deadline for fi ling candidacy and nomination papers for district attorney positions is June 1 statewide.

Amery Library welcomes award winning author, Nickolas Butler Author of the international best-selling novel ‘Shotgun Lovesongs’ as well as a collection of short stories entitled ‘Beneath the Bonfire,’ Nickolas Butler, will make a stop at the Amery Public Library on Saturday, April 30.

Butler grew up in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, and attended the University’s of Wisconsin and Iowa.

Butler is the winner of many awards, including France’s prestigious PAGE Prix America, The Butler 2014 Great Lakes Reads Award, the 2014 Midwest Independent Booksellers Award, the 2015 Wisconsin Library Association Literary Award and others.

During the free library event, Butler will discuss his personal writing journey, present an informational session about writing and publication, and discuss his award winning debut novel as well as another one the way in 2017.

The event is free and open to the public, and will take place Saturday, April 30 at the Amery Public Library at 11 a.m.

In conjunction with Severe Weather and Tornado Awareness week, the city of Amery will participate in a mock tornado watch at 1 p.m. on Thursday, April 14.

The city’s tornado sirens will be activated at 1:45 p.m. that day. The public is advised that this is simply a drill, which will take place even in

the event of cloudy or rainy weather. It would be rescheduled for Friday in the event severe weather were to occur that day.

Businesses and residents can take advantage of the opportunity to review their severe weather procedures.

Amery Police will host drug take-back event In conjunction with National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day, Amery Police Department will host its own local take back event on Saturday, April 30.

The National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications.

Drug take-back days have become widely available in the wake of the Secure and Responsible Drug Enforcement Act of 2010, legislation that recognized the importance keeping prescription medication out of improper hands, while stressing the disposal of substances

in a way that is safe and environmentally sound. While not all medications are safe to be flushed, virtually all medicine can be disposed of through drug take-back events.

Amery Police will be accepting prescription drugs, overthe-counter medications, and liquid medications in their original containers from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on April 30. The public can bring their items to the Amery Police Department at 675 Harriman Avenue S. in Amery.

Prohibited items include intravenous solutions, injectables or syringes, biological waste, or illegal substances.

The event is free and confidential. Call 715-268-7411 with questions.

Gavin Koch recognized as Amery ‘Awesome Kid’

BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Amery fourth grader Gavin Koch has been nominated by his teach Mrs. DeJager-Pound to be March’s ‘Awesome Kid.’ According to Mrs. deJager-Pound, “Gavin always works hard and does his best. He is polite and friendly to everyone.”

Gavin is the son of Cheryl and Jake Koch, and has a fourth grade brother named Gage, and a sixth grade sister named Sophie. He has one rabbit named Midnight, and two huskies named Aspen and Luna. They also have seven puppies.

When Gavin gets older he hopes to be either a professional hunter or a toolmaker like his Dad and Grandpa. Gavin also says he’d like to move to Alaska someday.

He enjoys hockey, fishing, and has just started hunting with his Grandpa.

Gavin enjoys recess, lunch, science and music. His least favorite subject?

“Art,” he says. “I’m just not very good at it.”

Gavin is very proud of earning the award, but doesn’t think he’s all that special.

Amery fourth grader Gavin Koch was nominated by his teacher Mrs. DeJager-Pound for being an all-around awesome kid. Way to go Gavin!

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Spring Fling Winners Congratulations to the Amery School District 7th Grade who won the 17th Annual Spring Fling Celebration. Students participated in various activities throughout the week, including decorating their doors, dressing up, athletic competitions and games, musical talent shows, etc. Students at AMS also raised $1,400.00 for charity this week with the money being donated to the Amery Homeless Shelter.

Voter ID requirement has largest impact for students MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The huge voter turnout in the Wisconsin primary could have been even higher without the state’s new photo identification requirement, voter advocacy groups said Wednesday.

The 2011 voter ID law went into effect this year after lengthy court battles and had its first statewide run in the February election. The state Government Accountability Board says the primary Tuesday went more smoothly than February at the polls, but some voters faced long lines and difficulties trying to obtain valid IDs. “Probably by far the population that seemed to be struggling yesterday were students attempting to use their student IDs to meet the photo ID requirement,’’ said Neil Albrecht, executive director of the Milwaukee Election Commission.

Most college IDs aren’t acceptable as photo IDs under the law, so University of Wisconsin schools and other colleges have been pro-

viding students with free secondary ID cards specifically for voting. Those IDs include a signature and expiration date and must be shown alongside proof of enrollment.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison office issued 3,846 such IDs leading up to Tuesday, including 1,272 on Election Day alone. Voters at Marquette University and University of Wisconsin-Green Bay meanwhile faced long lines to register to vote.

One of the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s machines was also down for a while Monday morning, which spokeswoman Meredith McGlone said affected about 25 students. She said those students were directed to the other campus ID office or told to come back later. Overall, McGlone said, Tuesday’s voting on the Madison campus went well.

“The only reports that we have received are that things went smoothly and there were no long lines or delays,’’ McGlone said.

Albrecht said colleges and universities can take steps to smooth the process for students by issuing student IDs that automatically meet the voter ID requirement and by emphasizing voter registration prior to the election.

“We were pleased to see the high turnout yesterday, but we have reason to believe it could have been higher,’’ said League of Women Voters Executive Director Andrea Kaminski.

At the polls, GAB elections administrator Michael Haas said most clerks thought the photo ID process went more smoothly than February. Haas said the GAB did hear of a couple locations where inspectors weren’t processing the photo ID correctly — checking addresses or not examining it as closely as they should.

“For us, the lesson is that we need to just keep training to make that process consistent throughout the state,’’ Haas said.

Governor Walker compares himself to Packers greats MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Gov. Scott Walker is feeling so good about the role he played in Ted Cruz’s victory in Wisconsin that he’s comparing himself to two of the greatest quarterbacks in Green Bay Packers’ history.

Walker says Donald Trump’s decision to attack his record as governor is like someone going to Lambeau Field and `taking a whack’ at Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers or retired great Brett Favre.

The Republican governor was commenting Wednesday in an interview on Milwaukee’s WTMJ radio. Cruz won Wisconsin on Tuesday by 13 points over Trump.

Walker’s approval rating his above 80 percent among Wisconsin Republicans, nearly double what it is among all residents. Trump criticized Walker’s record while campaigning in Wisconsin.

Walker says like going after his record, attacking Rodgers or Favre “just would not have worked.’’

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The Polk County Rockets

Their time to shine!

Congratulations to the area Special Olympians who attended the State Basketball Championship in Oshkosh April 8-10.

The Polk County Lakers (below) competed in Division 2. That team consisted of (left to right) Russell Anderson of Clayton, Randy Anderson of Amery, Charlie Casarez of New Richmond, Steven Kicker of Osceola, Chris Richter of Frederic, and Coach Pat Meier.

They lost their first game on Sat. but won their game on Sunday leaving them with 3rd place and bronze medals.

The Polk County Rockets (above) competed in Division 5. They won their first game on Sat but lost their game on Sunday leaving them with

2nd place and silver medals.

The team players (left to right) are Jordan Anderson of Clayton, Cole Johnson of Clayton, Ben Olson of Frederic, Jason Neidermire of New Richmond, Liz Wrensch of Clayton, Jarvis Warwas of Frederic, and Coach David Neidermire.

Polk County also had 3 athletes attend State Competion at the Skills Level. Devin Orton who placed 3rd earning her a Bronze medal (upper right), Tori Niles who placed 7th earning her a ribbon (bottom right), and Kurt Karis who placed 8th earning him a ribbon (right).

Pictured at bottom left are skills coaches Tony Bodelson (left) and Jordan Panerella (right).

Devin Orton

Kurt Karis

The Polk County Lakers

Tori Niles Skills coaches Tony Bodelson and Jordan Panerella

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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.

Easter Sunday, March 27: 9 a.m. Pancake Breakfast; 10:15 a.m. Word, Music and Drama.

APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY, 942 Hwy. 8, Amery Justin Hosking, pastor Wednesday: 5:30 p.m. Youth One-Way Club; 7:30 p.m. Bible Study and Prayer meeting.

Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday school for all ages; 10:15 a.m.

Coffee & Fellowship; 10:30 a.m. Worship/Children’s Church.

BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery Matt Saarem, pastor Wednesday, April 13: 9 a.m. Bible Study; 6:30 p.m. Confirmation class.

Sunday, April 17: 8:30 a.m Sunday Youth Sessions; 9:30 a.m. Property Committee; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time; 10:15 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion; 11:30 a.m. Stewardship Talent Sub-committee.

Tuesday, April 19: 8:30 a.m. Quilting at Elim; 9 a.m. Pack backpacks.

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

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

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

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

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

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

CONGREGATIONAL, 201 N. Harriman Ave., Amery Barry Schaefer, pastor DEER PARK UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 9:45 a.m. Worship.

DERONDA LUTHERAN, 1239 65th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, April 13: 6 p.m. JAM and Confirmation at Deronda; 7:10 p.m. Confirmation Family Meeting at Deronda.

Thursday, April 7: 9 a.m. Quilting; 5-7 p.m. Community Gather Meal at Deronda.

Saturday, April 16: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and 4-7 p.m Norwegian Smorgasbord at Trinity.

Sunday, April 17: 8 a.m. Worship; 12 p.m Healthy Start worship committee meeting at Trinity.

Monday, Aprifl 18: 6:30 p.m. NUIC Education Committee meeting at Trinity.

Tuesday, April 19: 7 p.m. NUIC Council meeting at Little Falls.

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 13: 6 p.m. 7th-9th grade Confirmation; 7:30 p.m. Council.

Sunday, April 17: First Communion Celebration; 9:30 a.m.

GIFT; 10:30 a.m. Worship.

Tuesday, April 19: 5 p.m. Serve at Serenity Home; 6:30 p.m.

Book Discussion Phase II. EAST LINCOLN ALLIANCE, 735 70th Ave., Amery 715-268-2350 www.eastlincolnalliance.com Eric Danielson and Randy Schussman, pastors Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Prayer Meeting; 9:15 a.m. Sunday school and Adult Bible Studies; 10:30 a.m. Worship service.

Child Care and Children’s church are provided during worshp service.

Wednesday: 6-8 p.m. Youth Group meets (6th-12th grade) Small groups meet throughout the week. Contact the church office for further details.

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

Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bible Study.

ELIM LUTHERAN, Range, Matt Saarem, pastor Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Worship.

Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays.

FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 301 1st Ave. East, Balsam Lake , Diane Norstad, pastor Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday worship; 10:40 a.m. Sunday school.

Wednesday evening Confirmation classes.

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

Wednesday: 6 p.m. Church School.

Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 p.m.

Mission Quilting Tuesdays 9 a.m.

FIRST BAPTIST, 131 Broadway St., Amery Nick Buda, lead pastor churchoffice@fbcamery.org Sunday: One service 9-10:15 a.m. Nursery is available for ages 0-3; 10:30-11:30 a.m. All Ages Sunday School (nursery available for ages 0-3).

Monday: 1:30-2:30 Moms in Prayer Group (until end of school year).

Saturday: 7-8 a.m. Men’s Bible Study at Ida Mae’s.

FIRST LUTHERAN, 240 Elm St., Amery Tim Bjorge, pastor Wednesday, April 13: No supper; 6 p.m. Friends in Faith; 6 p.m. Confirmation Mentor Night; 7 p.m. Church Council; 7 p.m. Hi League.

Thursday, April 14: 8 a.m. Bible Study at Ida Mae’s; 8:30 a.m. Quilters; 7 p.m. Al Anon.

Sunday, April 17: 9 a.m. Worship; 10:15 a.m. Sunday school, Choir.

Monday, April 18: 6-10 pm. ARQG meeting.

Tuesday, April 19: 6:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study; 1:30 pm.

Handbells; 6:30 p.m. Sons of Norway.

FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Wednesday, April 13: 6:15 p.m. 7th and 8th grade Confirmation; 7:30 p.m. 9th Grade Confirmation.

Thursday, April 14: 10 a.m. Priscilla Circle at Maple Manor; 2 p.m. Joanna Circle at Ridgeview Apartments; 6:30 p.m.

Church Council.

Saturday, April 16: 7 a.m. Men’s Bible Study.

Sunday, April 17: 8:30 am. Contemporary worship with Communion; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship; 9:40 a.m. Sunday school; 10 a.m. Traditional worship with Communion; 11 a.m. Fellowship.

Tuesday, April 19: 9 a.m. Quilting.

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

Praise God!

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

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

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

GRACE LUTHERAN - WELS, 460 4th St., Clear Lake, 715-263-2164 Ellery W. Groth, pastor Sunday service 8:30 a.m.; 9:40 a.m. Sunday school Bible Class Thursday morning 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Thursday evening.

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.

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

LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN, 1272 44th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, April 13: 6 p.m. JAM and Confirmation at Deronda; 7:10 p.m. Confirmation Family meetiong at Deronda.

Thursday, April 14: 9 a.m. Quilting; 5-7 p.m. Community Gather Meal at Deronda.

Saturday, April 16: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and 4-7 p.m Norwegian Smorgasbord at Trinity.

Sunday, April 17: 9:30 a.m. Worship; 12 p.m. Healthy Start worship committee meeting at Trinity.

Monday, April 18: 6:30 p.m. NUIC Education committee meeting at Trinity.

Tuesday, April 19: 7 p.m. NUIC Council meeting at Little Falls.

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here is something in us which wants and needs to praise God. There are times when our spirit just seems to overflow with joy and we simply can’t help praising God. There are many ways that this can be done, and a variety of words which can express God’s praise, but this seems to be a near universal sentiment. Most of the Psalms are hymns of praise, and throughout the Bible we are told repeatedly to praise God, even being told the seemingly paradoxical advice to praise and thank Him in all circumstances (1 Thessalonians 5:18).

Psalm 150 exhorts everything which has breath to praise the Lord! And indeed, it sometimes seems that even the animals are praising the Lord. The animal kingdom seems to have something joyous imprinted in the very fiber of its being, for when we are moving and breathing and fulfilling our God-given functions there is something inherently joyful. So let all that you do be a praising of God, and remember that our primary purpose is to praise God. – Christopher Simon

“If anyone speaks, they should do so as one who speaks the very words of God. If anyone serves, they should do so with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ.”

—1 Peter 4:11 NIV

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AREA CHURCHES CONTINUED See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.little fallschurch.net LIVING WORD CHAPEL, Hwy 64 at Forest Randy Dean, pastor Sunday: 8:45-9:45 a.m. Sunday school; 10 am. Main service.

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

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

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

Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 p.m.

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

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

Tuesday: 6:30 p.m. Prayer.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Youth; 7 p.m. Adult Bible.

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 13: 8:45 a.m. Bible Study; 12 p.m. Men’s Table Talk at Ida Mae’s; 1:30 p.m. Abigail Circle-OSLC; 5 p.m.

Confirmation Cafe; 5:30 pm. Confirmation classes; 6:15 p.m.

Evening Prayer Group; 6:30 p.m. BRB; 7 pm. Sr. Choir.

Thursday, April 14: 8:15 a.m. Tops’ Club; 8:30 a.m. Bible Study; 9:30 a.m. Apple River Conference at Milltown Lutheran; 1 pm. Martha Circle.

Sunday, April 17: 9 am. Worship service with Holy Communion; 10:15 a.m Sunday school; 10:15 a.m. Congregational Form; 6 p.m. Financial Peace University.

Tuesday, April 19: 1-3 p.m. Quilting; 6:30 p.m. Church Council meeting.

PRAIRIEVIEW COVENANT, 1396 210th Ave. (2 miles north of New Richmond on 65) Joe Sir, pastor Sunday: 9 a.m. Sunday school, nursery care; 10 a.m. Worship service, nursery care.

Wednesday: 6 p.m. Family Night Supper; 6:30 p.m. Teaching activities for all ages; nursery care.

Women’s Bible Studies.

REDEEMER LUTHERAN, 600 S. Keller Ave., Amery Tom Hahn, pastor Wednesday, April 13: 9:30 a.m. Ladies Aid; 10 a.m. Ladies Aid meeting; 5:30 p.m. Confirmation; 7:15 p.m. Choir practice.

Sunday, April 17: 9:30 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion and Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship.

Tuesday, April 19: 9 a.m. Craft Day. REEVE EVANGELICAL FREE, Jct. Barron CTH K & A, Clear Lake, www.reevechurch.org Sunday: 9 am. Worship service; 10:15 a.m. Fellowship Time; 10:30 a.m. Sunday school for all ages; 6:30 p.m. Jr. and Sr. High Youth Group (Sept.-May).

Wednesday nights: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Adult Bible Study and Prayer; Kids club (Sept.-May).

ST. BARNABAS EPISCOPAL, Clear Lake, Rev. Bob Lyga Sunday: 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:15 a.m. Worship.

ST. CROIX UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP, 201 N. Adams, St. Croix Falls 715-483-1113 Sunday: 10 a.m. First, second and third Sunday, 715-5533386.

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

Mass: 8 a.m. Thursday.

Mass: 8:30 a.m. Sunday.

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ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC, 1050 Keller Ave. N, Amery Father Eugene Murphy Weekly Mass, Communion service schedule: Saturday 4 p.m. Mass.

Sunday 10:30 a.m. Mass.

Monday 9 a.m. Communion Service.

Tuesday 9 a.m. Communion Service.

Wednesday: 9 a.m. Mass.

Thursday: 1st and 2nd Thursdays, Mass is held at local nursing homes; Other Thursdays 9 a.m. Mass at St. Joseph.

Friday: 9 a.m. Communion Service.

Bible Study Schedule: Tuesday, April 19, Bible Study after 9 a.m. Communion Service.

Special events: Thursday, April 14, Third Grade Health Fair in the Social Hall; Sunday, April 17, KC Sunday Funday after Mass; Tuesday, April 19, Bible Study after 9 a.m. Communion Service; Pastoral and Finance Joint meeting 7 p.m.

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor Wednesday, April 13: 6:30 p.m. LWML meeting.

Thursday, April 14: 7 p.m. Bible Study.

Sunday, April 17: 8 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion; 9 am. Coffee Fellowship.

Tuesday, April 19: 10 a.m. Circuit Pastor’s meeting.

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor Sunday, April 17: 8:45 a.m. Sunday school; 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion; 10:15 a.m. Elder’s meeting.

Monday, April 18: Pastor visiting shut-ins.

Tuesday, April 19: 10 a.m. Circuit Pastor’s meeting; 7 p.m.

Bible Study.

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST, 76 20th Ave., Clear Lake John Redlich, pastor Saturday: 9:30 a.m. Bible Study; 11 a.m. Worship service; Head Elder David Scott 715-263-3367.

Mid-week service: Wednesday 7 p.m.

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

TRINITY LUTHERAN of Garfield, 1578 85th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, April 13: 6 p.m. JAM and Confirmation at Deronda; 7:10 p.m. Confirmation Family meeting at Deronda.

Thursday, April 14: 5-7 pm. Community Gather Meal at Deronda.

Friday, April 15: Work day for Smorgasbord.

Saturday, April 16: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and 4-7 p.m Norwegian Smorgasbord.

Sunday, April 17: 11 a.m. Worship; 12 p.m. Healthy Start worship committee meeting at Trinity.

Monday, April 18: 6:30 p.m. NUIC Education committee meeting at Trinity.

Tuesday, April 19: 7 p.m. NUIC Council meeting at Little Falls.

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 13: 5:30 p.m. Fellowship Supper; 5:50 p.m. Worship Team 3 Practice; 6:15 p.m. Kids/Youth/Adult Small Group “Do You Believe?”.

Friday, April 15: M.O.V.E. Sr. High Event 15th-16th..

Sunday, April 17: 8:30 a.m. Mighty OAKS/Confirmation/ Youth; 8:45 a.m. Adult Class; 9:30 a.m. Worship Team 3 practice; 10 a.m. Worship service; 7 p.m. Friendship Builders mtg.

Monday, April 18: 5:30 p.m. Grief Support Group at Crystal Hanson’s.

Tuesday, April 19: 8 a.m. Sweet Hour of Prayer; 8:45 a.m.

Women’s Bible Study at UCC; 6:45 pm. Women’s Bible Study at Lynn Pickard’s.

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, April 13: 9 a.m. Quilters, Men’s Work Group; 6 p.m. Confirmation meal; 7-8 p.m. 2nd Year Confirmation class only, 7 p.m. High School Youth.

Sunday, April 17: 8 & 10:30 a.m. Worship; 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship; 9:15 a.m. Sunday school.

Tuesday, April 19: 76 p.m. Stewardship Committee; 7 p.m.

Church Council.

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

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

Wednesday: 7 p.m. Adult Bible Study.

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DEATH NOTICE Clifford Swager Jr., 65, rural Amery, died Saturday, April 9, at his home.

Memorial services will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, April 14, from Little Falls Lutheran Church in rural Amery. Visitation is the hour prior to services.

For further information and to sign online guest book please visit www.williamsonwhite.com Arrangements are being made with the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Amery.

Bill and Kate Isles will perform in Luck

The West Denmark Heritage Council presents Bill & Kate Isles, an acoustic singer/ songwriter duo based in Duluth, Minnesota who will perform at the West Denmark Parish Hall in Luck, Saturday, April 23 at 7:30 p.m.

Using a wide variety of musical styles, their performances carry audiences through a broad landscape of experiences from metaphorical worlds to small town family stories and to zany comedy.

Consummate perform- ers, they are known for their catchy melodies and memorable songs. They have a deep-seated love for the audience, and each other, and it shines before,

during, and after the performance. They tour nationally, presenting their profound songs for audiences large and small, from house concerts to festival stages and everything in between. Words like “Mesmerizing”, “Transcendent”, and even, “Hysterical” are common descriptions from audience reviews and audiences members feel that they are listening to stories of their own lives, told by two of their best friends.

Tickets to the concert at $15 for adults or $7 for students, and will be available at the door.

More information available at billandkateisles. com

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Betty C. Anderson Betty C. Anderson, age 81, of Clayton, Wisconsin passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at Golden Age Manor in Amery, Wisconsin.

Betty was born on January 10, 1935 to Wesley and Clara (Cook) Hayle in Osceola, Wisconsin. On August 8, 1953 she married Gene Anderson at the Marsh Lake Lutheran Church in Rural Clayton. As their 3 boys were growing up Betty loved to watch her boys play football, basketball and baseball. After her boys graduated she loved watching the Admiral Inn Softball Team. She never missed a game. As the family grew larger Betty loved attending the grandchildren’s sporting events and her great grandchildren’s Christmas programs. Betty was

Grayce LouAnn Bjurstrom Anderholm On March 30, 2016, Grayce was reunited with her husband Bill in heaven, at the age of 86, after a long battle of heart disease.

Grayce was born at the Amery Hospital on January 10, 1930, to her parents Harold and Mabel (Palmberg) Bjurstrom. She was baptized at the Elim Lutheran Church in Range, Wisconsin on July 15, 1945.

She attended the Joel School for 1 year and then the Clayton School, graduating in 1948. Grayce worked in Minneapolis for Link Belt until 1953. She was united in marriage to William Albert Anderholm on June 8, 1952 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Clayton, and to this union two children, Scott and Heidi, soon followed. The family extended to 2 grandsons, Patrick and Christopher, and this year Grayce was blessed with 2 great grandchildren, Abigail and Jackson.

Grayce had many hobbies, which included knitting, golfing, attending auctions, pontoon rides and enjoying friends, family and the lake. She also enjoyed cake decorating and decorated many beautiful cakes over the years for her family and friends.

Grayce was preceded in death by her husband William, parents, Harold and Mabel, a brother Donny, and her niece Penny Majeske.

Grayce is survived by her sister Gilda Sura, children Scott and his friend Julie, Heidi (Wayne) Martin, Grandchildren Patrick (Kristin) and Jackson, Christopher (Jennifer) and Abigail, nieces Kathy Oppel and Nancy Ross, Sheila Tietji and Tami Lorat. She is also survived by her Godchildren Michael Mumm and Jeannie Miller as well as many other loving relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, April 16 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in rural Clayton with Pastor Margaret Grant officiating. There will be a visitation on Friday, April 15, 2016 from 4 to 7pm at the Williamson ~ White Funeral Home in Amery, and 1 hour prior to services at the church on Saturday.

Interment will be at the Elim Cemetery in Range, Wisconsin. Grayce was an avid Green Bay Packer fan, as well as a shareholder of the team. It was her wish that everyone attends her visitation and funeral in their favorite Green Bay Packer attire! To view a video tribute and sign an online guestbook please visit www.williamsonwhite.com The Williamson ~ White Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Amery assisted the family with funeral arrangements.

an active member of Faith Lutheran Church in Clayton. In her free time she loved camping, snowmobiling, baking, gardening and just tinkering outside. She was passionate about her dogs. She was an avid Packer fan and loved spending time with her family and friends.

Betty is survived by her husband of 62 years, Gene Anderson; 3 boys, Rod (Cathy) Anderson, Richard “Rick” (Paula) Anderson and Randy (Debbie) Anderson; 9 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a sister, Caroline; 5 brothers, Carl, George, Bud, Tony and Leo. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Monday, April 11, 2016 at Faith Lutheran Church in Clayton, Wisconsin with Pastor Margaret Grant officiating.

Visitation was from 3–6 p.m. Sunday, April 10, 2016 at the Williamson-White Funeral Home and for one hour prior to the service at the Church. Burial will be held at the Marsh Lake Lutheran Cemetery.

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

Anne L. Brusletten Anne Laura Brusletten, 93, of Amery, WI, entered into eternal rest April 4, 2016 at Judy’s Cottage, Golden Age Manor, in Amery, WI. Anne was born January 27, 1923, at home in Cumberland, WI. She grew up on the Monno family farm and graduated from Cumberland High School. On September 6, 1947, she married Herby Brusletten in Cumberland, WI. They farmed in rural Amery and Anne was a cook and School Food Supervisor for the Amery School District from 1967-1984.

Anne was preceded in death by her husband, Herby; her parents, Pasquale (Patsy) and Angeline (Jennie) (Zappa) Monno; her in-laws, Louis and Beatta (Benson) Brusletten; her brothers and sisters, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Tony (Elfrieda) Monno, Jim (Netta) Monno, Joe (Georgina) Monno, Raymond Monno, Pat Monno, Sam (Carol) Monno, John Monno, Betty (Herb) Korf, Lucy (Dick) Kaiser, Tony Zappa, Mario Ranelli, Jack Calder, Bernie (Cliff) Mikkola, Gail (Joe) Gysler, Pat (Frank) Rogers, and Dolly Route; her daughters-in-law, Mary Brusletten and Nancy Brusletten.

Anne will be loved and remembered by her 8 children, Diane (Bill) Kelly, Greg (Judy) Brusletten, Gerry (Julie) Brusletten, Ron Brusletten, Bonnie (Mike) Jackelen, Julie (Daryl) Iverson, Lori (Rod) Olson, Lorne Brusletten; 14 grandchildren, Tony Brusletten (Amber Carlsen), Holly (Scott) Kjeseth, Michael Brusletten (Jocelyn Senrick), Becky Brusletten (Chris Rousar), Luke Brusletten, Matthew Brusletten, Cameron Brusletten, Mandy (Ben) Kaczmarek, Sherri (David) Franko, Darren Iverson (Tenzing Sangmo), Elliott Brusletten, Courteney Brusletten, Huston Brusletten, Madison Brusletten; 9 great-grandchildren, Spencer Brusletten, Bergen Kjeseth, Fletcher Kjeseth, Mallory Kjeseth, Braidyn Brusletten, Ashtyn Brusletten, Millie Rousar, Camdyn Kaczmarek and Baby Franko; 4 sisters Mary Zappa, Jennie Ranelli, Josephine Calder, and Celia (Ed) Sikorski; and many other relatives and friends.

Mass of the Resurrection was held Saturday, April 9, 2016, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church with Father Gene Murphy officiating. Mass servers were Elliott Brusletten, Huston Brusletten, and Mike Schanon. Music provided by the St. Joseph Choir. Burial was in the Amery Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Tony Brusletten, Michael Brusletten, Luke Brusletten, Matthew Brusletten, Cameron Brusletten, and Darren Iverson. Honorary Pallbearers were Holly Kjeseth, Becky Brusletten, Mandy Kaczmarek, Sherri Franko, Courteney Brusletten, and Madison Brusletten.

You may sign an online guest book and view a video tribute at www.williamsonwhite.com.

The Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services assisted the family.

Lillian E. Roberts Lillian E. Roberts age 87 passed away peacefully on Wednesday April 6, 2016 at the Amery Willow Ridge Nursing Home. Prior to her death she was a resident at Riverbend Assisted Living. Lillian was born in Frankfort Kansas on November 14, 1928 to Louis and Ada (Ekstrum) Haley. She grew up in Frankfort where her family were share croppers. The family migrated to Beattie Kansas where Lillian completed high school and graduated in 1946.

Lillian met her future husband Ralph R. Roberts (also of Beattie Kansas) and they wed on August 6, 1949. They moved to St. Paul, MN to begin a family and later in 1960 to Amery WI where they established a dairy farm. The family farm and raising seven children made for a busy life.

Lillian was an avid homemaker, enjoying gardening, canning and Holiday cooking and baking. She enjoyed crocheting and quilt making for her family. She loved to travel to the many family events to Kansas and surrounding areas.

Family get togethers at the farm were always special for kids, grandkids, great-grandkids and extended family. Lillian also enjoyed feeding and watching birds while at her farm. She was a member of the Amery Congregational Church and involved with many activities after the children left the farm. Strong family values were one of her strongest messages she taught her children.

Lillian will be loved and remembered by children Gary (Tham) Roberts, Janice (Russell) Mantel, Wayne (June) Roberts, Donald (Brenda) Roberts and Judy (Steve West) Roberts; grandchildren Daryl (Sheeree), Chad, Travis (Bethany), Randy (Jody), David (Melissa), Tammy Roberts, Lisa (Brian) Thompson, Christie, Marina, Kevin; great-grandchildren 14; Sister Larrene Diehl.

She was preceded in death by parents; sisters, Grace Davis, Pearl Roesch, Ella Mae Schneider, Margaret Ward, Joyce Holenbeck; brother, Robert Haley; husband, Ralph Roberts and children, Wendell, Dennis, Timothy and Robert.

Her family would also like to thank those who gave mom such wonderful and compassionate care these last few months at Riverbend Assisted Living and Willow Ridge Nursing Home. There are no words for all the kind thoughts that have been shared with us about Lillian and the lives she has touched. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

Thanks Mom for everything you have done for us, we will carry on now with the many memories we all have your kindness and love.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 15, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at Congregational Church in Amery.

Visitation will be at the funeral home on Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. and for the hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will be at the Fort Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

You may sign an online guest book and view a video tribute at www.williamsonwhite.com.

The Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services assisted the family.

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Kathryn E. Fox

Dale A. Stepan

Kathryn Elizabeth Fox was born during a snowstorm on May 23, 1924 in Amery, Wisconsin. She was the daughter of Carl and Esther (Johnson) Lovgren.

On September 17, 1941 she was united in marriage to Clyde Fox, and to this union ten children were born.

Katie had many interests and loved to garden, bake, crochet, play cards and feed the birds. No bird ever left her yard hungry, just like no one visiting ever left her house hungry. She and Clyde were longtime active members of West Immanuel Lutheran Church in rural Osceola. After Clyde passed away in 1996 she moved to Amery. In 2007 she moved to Osceola where she lived at the Mill Side Apartments. She remained there until December 31, 2015 when she moved to the Christian Community Home in Osceola. She suffered a stroke and on April 4, 2016 she passed away at the age of 91.

Katie was preceded in death by her husband Clyde, sons: Larry and Ardell, her parents Esther Mickelson and Carl Lovgren, sister Mae Perrin and brothers: Lawrence, Ellis and Clifford Lovgren.

Surviving family members include her children: Sharon (Jerry) Barr, Michael (Kathy) Fox, Darlene (Bill) Blair, Mervyn (Manuela) Fox, Julie Fox, Dean (Julie) Fox, Arlyn Fox, and Ione (Tim) Thompson; 23 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren and 11 great great grandchildren; sister Elva Bance; daughters-inlaw: Sandy Fox and Kathy (Gary) Hauble; sisters-inlaw: Lois Lovegren, Dorothy Lovgren, Lois Lovgren, Bernice Fox, Barbara Johnson, Marion Fox, Betty (Charles) Hanson and Maryann (Dan) Gathje; brothers-in-law: George Fox and Merlin (Nan) Fox as well as other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, April 12, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at West Immanuel Lutheran Church in rural Osceola, Wisconsin. There was visitation at the funeral home on Monday from 4 to 7 p.m. and for the hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will be at the Fox Cemetery.

You may view an online video tribute and sign a guest book at www.williamsonwhite.com.

The Williamson-White Funeral Home in Amery assisted the family.

Dale A. Stepan, 61, of Turtle Lake, WI passed away peacefully in his sleep in the early morning hours of Friday, April 8, 2016 at his home in Turtle Lake. He was born July 20, 1954 in St. Paul, MN to Leonard and Marcella (Busse) Stepan. Dale graduated from Tartan High School in St. Paul in 1972 and then moved to Clayton in 1975. In October 1974, he married Carol Proulx. They later divorced.

Dale married Catherine Schmidt Brekke in LaPointe, WI on August 22, 1992. Dale worked as a construction superintendent for 25 years and worked at the St. Croix Casino as a valet supervisor.

Dale was very proud and loved his grandchildren.

His eyes sparkled every time he got to spend time with them. Dale was very energetic, creative, caring, helpful and had an amazing sense of humor which made him a joy to be around and was always the life of the

Mary Kay Majerus Mary Kay Majerus, age 89, entered eternal life on Thursday, April 7, 2016 at St. Francis Regional Medical Center in Shakopee, MN. Mary Kay was born on December 18, 1926 in Shakopee, the daughter of Frank and Laura (Smith) White.

She lived most of her life in Bloomington and retired in Amery, WI. Mary Kay was the owner of Majerus Wormery.

She is survived by children and grandchildren, Albert and wife Linda (Kelly, Nathan, Nick), Patrick and wife Cathy (Jessica, Jacob, John, Tereza, Isaac), Laurie and husband Bill Tillmans (Lori, Connie, Jason), Ann Majerus and husband Marty Jensen (Theodore, Miles, Rebecca), Cathy and husband Kurt Chelgren (Kayla); many great-grandchildren. Preceded by husband, Earl; parents Frank and Laura White; brother, Bob White.

Visitation was Monday from 10-10:45 at The Parish of Saints Joachim & Anne in the Church of St. Mary, 535 Lewis St., Shakopee, followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 11 AM. Presiding was Reverend Erik Lundgren. Interment Catholic Cemetery.

Arrangements with McNearney Funeral Home, Shakopee, 952-445-2755. Condolences may be shared at www.mcnearneyfuneralhome.com

Clinton C. Christianson of Lake Elmo, MN Clinton Curtis Christianson, the epitome of thoughtful, quiet achievement, died peacefully at the age of 87 at the Gables of Boutwells Landing on Monday, March 4th, 2016, at 2:20 pm, with family and friends at his side.

Clinton is survived by his three sons, Eric (Patricia), Todd (Trudy), and Joel (Kim) Christianson; his daughter, Amy (Richard) Goerwitz; twelve grandchildren and nine great grandchildren; his brother LaVerne (Eleanor) Christianson; and his brothersin-law, Paul (Carol) & John (Marilyn) Streif. He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley, and parents Christ and Clara (Titterud); as well as by his brother Wendell (Arlys) Christianson and sister Anarine (Lawrence) Lovegren.

Clinton was born at home on Pine Crest Farm (100th Street at 13th Avenue) in Black Brook Township, to Christ and Clara (Titterud) Christianson on September 25, 1928—the same month when penicillin was discovered and the first live play was broadcast on television; a time of hope and expectation soon to be muted by the Great Depression and World War II. When Clinton was five, a tornado swept through the family farm. His mother Clara and older brother LaVerne looked on in alarm from the kitchen door of the house as his father rescued Clint from the barn only to get as far as the hitching post before the tornado hit.

Somehow Christ was able to hold onto both Clint and the hitching post as the tornado wiped out the barn just 30 feet away. Miraculously both were unscathed, though Clint's shoes were torn off his feet and never found.

Clint learned from his mother the values of patience and kindness. From his self-educated father he learned how to learn, and how to build and fix everything. As a child, Clint attended the two-room Black Brook Elementary School, and for three years was the only pupil in his grade. Valedictorian of the Amery High School class of 1946, Clint was the first family member to graduate from college, receiving two bachelor's degrees with high distinction from the University of Minnesota in 1951.

Clint went on to work for General Electric, where he completed their Ph.D.-equivalent Advanced Engineering Program. From GE Clint moved on to Gould, and eventually to Argonne National Laboratory, leaving behind him not only a string of patents, new products, and other technical achievements, but also a series of successful teams and leadership assignments, focused primarily on the development of electrical controls, propulsion systems, batteries, and fuel cells.

While work played a large part of Clint’s life, his religious faith and family were really closest to his heart.

party. Dale passions, besides the love of his family were fishing, bird hunting and especially whitetail deer hunting.

He is survived by his wife, Catherine of Turtle Lake; 2 sons, Chris Stepan of St. Cloud, MN and Ryan Stepan (Bailey Monson) of Clayton; 2 stepdaughters, Lisa (Joel) Cormican of Glenwood City, WI and Joy Brekke of Clayton; 5 grandchildren, Cole Koehler, Josh Cormican, Hunter Cormican, Landon Robertson and Alexa Stepan; his mother, Marcella Stepan of Amery; 4 sisters, Karen (Bob) Spangenberg of Woodbury, MN, Faye Mester of Clayton, Cheryl (LeRoy) Paulson of Clear Lake and Valerie (Mike) Engebretson of Clayton; his in-laws, John (Becky) Schmidt of Birchwood, Patricia Berghammer (Eugene Andren) of Turtle Lake and Lori (Todd) Johnson of Clayton.

Dale was preceded in death by his father, Leonard Stepan and his in-laws, Ken and Sylvia Schmidt.

Dale was an organ donor and his wishes were honored.

Funeral services were held at 7:00 PM Tuesday, April 12, 2016 at Skinner Funeral Home, Turtle Lake, WI with Rev. Margaret Grant officiating.

Skinner Funeral Home of Turtle Lake is serving the family.

As a child, Clint's family attended the Deer Park United Methodist Church, where Clint was confirmed as a teenager. It was there, through the joint church youth group with the Clear Lake United Methodist Church, that he first got to know his eventual spouse, Shirley Frances Streif.

Although the details are murky, and are rumored to have involved collusion among their parents, we know that Shirley ended up, for one reason or another, hitching a lot of rides into the Twin Cities with Clint in his Crosley on his way to the U (Mounds Midway School of Nursing, Shirley’s school, being more or less on the way). It was through those rides that Clint and Shirley fell in love, and although Shirley’s school forbade marriage until after graduation, Clint, in one of the only rascally acts anyone in his family can recall him perpetrating, married her secretly on January 1, 1952, in a private ceremony at the Streif home east of Clear Lake, with just their immediate families and a minister in attendance.

Shirley became the center of Clint’s life. Over the course of their 64-year marriage, they raised four children and lived in four states (NY, MA, IL, and MN), but all the while held on to their family and friends in rural Wisconsin.

Clint will be remembered for his service to his church (most recently the St. Croix Valley United Methodist Church, where he served on numerous committees, coordinated the prayer chain, and helped with the monthly food harvest distribution) and to various charitable organizations, such as Meals on Wheels and the Christ Recovery Center. He will also be remembered for his modesty and willingness, not only to lead, but also to support and to serve.

Throughout his life, Clint rarely, if ever, said an unkind word about anyone. He loved unconditionally, offering support and working quietly in the background, strengthening and guiding. He was on time, prepared, fully present. And he was respected by everyone.

Clint loved and was loved. He will be greatly missed.

Visitation will be on Friday, April 15, 2016, from 10 am to 12 pm at Boutwells Landing Auditorium, 13575 58th Street, Oak Park Heights, MN 55082, with a funeral service there at noon followed by a luncheon. There will also be a visitation/lunch on Saturday, April 16, from 11 am to 1 pm at the United Methodist Church in Clear Lake, WI, with the funeral service to follow at 1 pm. Officiating are the Rev. Bruce Ruggles and the Rev. John Hazen. Music will be provided by Lyle & Margie Merriman and Barb Kolbe.

Casketbearers are grandsons David Christianson, Ethan Christianson, Jared Christianson, Jeremy Christianson, Joshua Christianson, Reniel Christianson, Richard Goerwitz IV and Bruce Thao. Interment will be at the Clear Lake Cemetery, Clear Lake, WI. The Scheuermann-Hammer Funeral Home of Clear Lake, WI, is handling the arrangements. Memorials are preferred in lieu of flowers. Send cards, letters, or memories to Amy Goerwitz, 203 Woodley Street West, Northfield, MN 55057 or amy@goerwitz.com .

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AREA BOWLING Club 53 Bar & Lanes, Amery MONDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Tac Two ............................................169.0 Amery True Value .........................160.0 Division 2 Shoreview .......................................144.0 Harper Reality Group ....................127.0 High games: Robert Albee 267201, Jim Swanson 257, Hjalmer Gerloff 237-202, Jack Fleming 227, Todd Zemke 226, Chad Reichert 208.

High series: Robert Albee 638, Hjalmer Gerloff 634, Jim Swanson 585, Chris Wolter 558, Rod Gehrman 550.

TUESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Club 53 ..............................................194.5 Waterside ........................................154.0 Division 2 Northwest Communications ..... 131.0 Chet Johnson Drug ....................... 120.5 High games: Scott Sorensen 225, Todd Harris 223, Kelly Fitzgerald 208, Will Schaffer 208.

High series: Bill Peterson 576, Will Schaffer 565, Kelly Fitzgerald 553.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Lamperts ......................................... 165.5 Preferred Lawn.............................. 152.0 Division 2 Club 53 ...............................................167.5 Amery Fire Dept. ............................ 115.0 High games: Jim Swanson 258212, Garrett Gorres 214, Lee Jones 209, Denis Carteron 204, Mike Elmer 202, Jerod Wollan 200.

High series: Jim Swanson 644, Denis Carteron 577, Jerod Wollan 575, Mike Elmer 559.

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High series: Janet Martinson 495, Pam Humpal 457, Bette Elmer 443, Kelli Galbraith 433, Andrea Karpenski 431, Shelby Cockrell 428.

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Life Scout Project Peter Place, left, a Life Scout with Amery Boy Scout Troop 146, presented his completed Eagle project to Mr. Chris Boyd, right, and the Amery High School Band on Jan. 28. Peter designed and supervised construction of two wood stands to hold music folders for the Pep Band and the Jazz Band.

Beaver Brook Badgers meet Madison Hollister and Timmy Kelling lead our pledges at the start of our April 10th, 2016 meeting.

Roll call was on your favorite 4-H activity.

Old Business April 10th just before our meeting some of our members participated in a trash pickup, they walked a little over 4 miles picking up garbage.

March 26th was the first dairy judging and is just about every Sunday at 7:30 P.M. Call Gwen Dado, if interested and if you need to know where practice is.

A lot of horse and dog meetings are coming up, so if you are in one of those projects watch the calendars in the Clover Connection.

April 15th is the last day to enroll in 4-H online to show at this year's fair.

Make sure you have any project you want to be enrolled in in indicated online.

Rabbit workshop is on April 24th. If you are involved in the rabbit project, we highly encourage you to attend, and please

bring your rabbit!

April 14th and June 2nd at 6:30 P.M. are the volunteer training meetings.

April 23rd is spring weigh in for goats and sheep 9:00-11:00 A.M. If you are showing pigs make sure you keep checking for information in the Clover Connection.

New business MAQA meeting is on June 2nd, which is the only date left in Polk County. Please call Tim Swenson if you can't make this meeting so you can arrange another one!

Pet day at the nursing home is on Wednesday, May 11th. Be at Willow Ridge by 10:00 A.M. and plan to stay there until 2:00 P.M. We will make our way to Golden Age. Dinosaur hunt is on May 14th, 9:00-11:00 A.M. for those of you in shooting sports.

Tractor safety is being offered on June 8th11th, at Clear Lake High School. You need this if you want to drive a tractor anywhere.

Camp registration form is in the Clover Connec-

tion.

Your fair entries are due on June 15th. We will also be receiving our fair books at the next meeting, which is on May 1st.

The Interstate Livestock Show is on June 17th.

DemonstrationsMariah Waalen did her demonstration on basketball and showed us a proper way to shoot, it was such an interesting thing to learn!

Seth Waalen did an excellent demonstration on a woodpecker feeder and told us a little bit more about how it works and the kind of woodpecker it attracts.

The meeting was adjourned by Andrew Carlson and Seconded by Ellie Williamson.

Please keep checking the Clover Connection for more information and to find out things you need to know! ~Sophia Egge, Beaver Brook Badgers Reporter

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Warriors throttle Hurricanes in season opener

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery’s softball team got its 2016 season off to a fast start, opening with a 21-8 victory over the Hayward Hurricanes in six innings on March 31. Madelyn Granica had a strong night for the Warriors, hitting 4-for-6 with a triple, double and two singles.

She was also the winning pitcher, striking out three batters and giving up three earned runs off win hit in the first 2 2/3 innings.

Laura Simonson relieved Granica on the mound and added another six strikeouts in 3 1/3 innings.

Overall, the Warriors gave up six hits, eight walks and five earned runs.

Myah Carlson brought the big bat for Amery, hitting 4-for-5 with a homerun, double, two singles and three RBI. Brianna Wundrow added a 2-for-3 outing at the plate that included a double, single, two walks and three RBI. Abby Schmit was 2-for-4 with a walk and two RBI. Katlyn Fouks hit 2-for-4 with a walk, and Alyssa Koehler was 2-for-2 with a sacrifice bunt.

Rachel Fouks hit 1-for-1 with a sacrifice fly, and Erica Elmer was 1-for-4 with a double and a walk.

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Winning pitcher Madelyn Granica hurls some heat during the Warrior’s season opening win over Hayward.

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Brianna Wundrow rips a third inning RBI double to give the Amery a 9-0 lead over Hayward.

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Amery tennis bounces back to finish B-W quad with big victory

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery’s boys’ tennis team took its lumps at the Baldwin-Woodville Quad on April 9 as it lost 1-6 to River Falls and 1-6 to Baldwin-Woodville before turning the table on Lake City for a 6-1 victory.

Noah Rademaker, playing in his first varsity match, was the lone Amery victor against River Falls, winning the No. 3 singles match, 6-1, 6-2. The No. 2 doubles team of Job Hutchens and Noah Zinn put up a strong fight, but ended up losing 6-7(4), 4-6. Adam Doroff and Corey Grundner lost the No. 3 doubles match 2-6, 4-6.

Over the remaining four matches, Amery won just five games against the Wildcats.

“Playing at 1 Singles, Tommy Oman played a good match but ran into a more Noah Rademaker serving against River Falls experienced player, a French exchange student, who showed No. 1 doubles team of Cole Jacuphe is the player to beat in our con- ciak and Corey Moore narrowly ference this year,” said Amery missed a second Amery victory when they fell 6-3, 2-6, 4-10 (super Coach Kevin Olson.

Oman had to fight hard to pick tie break).

“If we had won just a few more up the Warriors’ only win against Baldwin-Woodville as he won the games, we could have won the No. 2 singles match 6-7 (4), 6-1, team match,” Coach Olson said.

10-7 (super tiebreak). Although “At 1 singles, Noah Rademaker the team score was a blowout, pushed his opponent, one of the none of the individual matches best singles players in our confollowed suit as Amery won at ference, to the limit. The Baldleast two games in every set. The win-Woodville player had to

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come from behind to win the second set and match, 7-5.”

Rademaker returned to his winning ways against Lake City to guide the Warriors to a dominant team victory. Rademaker claimed the “W” in the No. 1 singles match, 6-1, 6-4.

Kolten Espinosa nearly matched that effort when he won at No. 2 singles, 6-2, 6-4. Zinn was in full control of the No. 3 singles match, winning 6-2, 6-1, and Hutchens breezed through the No. 4 singles match, 6-2, 6-0.

Oman and Sabin Coy claimed a 6-1, 6-4 victory at No. 1 doubles.

Jacupciak and Moore were victorious at No. 2 doubles by a score of 6-1, 6-3.

“The team got off to a great start with these, our first matches of the season,” Olson said. “ We are much better than we were a year ago. Last year, we couldn’t compete with Baldwin-Woodville, one of our conference rivals. This year, we’re close. We have veteran players who have worked off-season to improve their play and new players, working hard to establish their places on the team.

It should be an exciting season ahead.”

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This week’s sports Amery Baseball

Clayton Softball

April 12 vs. Somerset April 15 at Prescott April 16 Triangular vs.

Glenwood City, Unity April 19 vs. Osceola

April 15 vs. Glenwood City at Clayton April 18 at Shell Lake

Amery Golf April 12 MBC at Somerset April 13 Invite at Barron April 15 Invite at Hammond April 16 at Somerset April 18 MBC at Osceola

Amery Soccer April 12 at Baldwin-Woodville April 14 vs. Altoona April 15 vs. Eau Claire Regis April 19 at Superior

Amery Softball April 12 vs. Frederic April 14 vs. New Richmond April 19 vs. Baldwin-Woodville

Amery Tennis April 12 at River Falls

Amery Track April 18 at Clear Lake

Clayton Baseball April 12 at Bruce April 18 at Shell Lake April 19 at Clear Lake

Clayton Track April 12 at Webster April 18 at Clear Lake

Clear Lake Baseball April 12 vs. Glenwood City April 15 Lake Holcombe/Cornell at Cornell April 18 vs. Flambeau Clear Lake Golf April 14 Conference meet at Clear Lake April 15 Invite at Hammond April 19 at Grantsburg

Clear Lake Softball April 12 vs. Glenwood City April 15 Lake Holcombe/Cornell at Lake Holcombe

Clear Lake Track April 12 at Baldwin-Woodville Invite April 14 at Siren April 18 Clear Lake Invite

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LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, POLK COUNTY Notice Setting Time to Hear Application and Deadline for Filing Claims (Informal Administration) Case No. 2016 PR 25 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Anne M. Dahl DOD: February 22, 2016 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth October 20, 1959 and date of death February 22, 2016 was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 469 65th Street, Clear Lake, WI 54005.

3. The application will be heard at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500, before Jenell L. Anderson, Probate Registrar on April 25, 2016 at 9:00 a.m.

You do not need to appear unless you object. The application may be granted if there is no objection.

The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is July 1, 2016.

5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, 1005 W. Main, Suite #500, Balsam Lake, WI 54810, Room 500.

6. This publication is notice to any persons whose names or address are unknown.

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LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, POLK COUNTY Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 16 PR 27 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Kathleen D. McDonough PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth October 1, 1939 and date of death March 17, 2016 was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 896 90th Street, Amery, WI 54001.

3. All interested persons waived notice.

4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is July 11, 2016.

5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main, Room 500, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.

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NOTICE East Lincoln Cemetery Association ANNUAL MEETING Saturday, April 16, 2016 5:30 p.m.

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Amery Board of Education April 18, 2016 A Regular Board Meeting meeting of the Amery Board of Education is scheduled for Monday, April 18, 2016, at 6:00 PM in the Board Room at the Amery Intermediate School, located at 543 Minneapolis Avenue in Amery, Wisconsin. Business under review will include: -------------------------------------------------------------I. Call to Order II. Closed Session A. Review of performance evaluation data and consideration of continued employment and considering financial, medical, social or personal histories or disciplinary data of specific persons in order to take Personnel Action pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes 19.85 (1)(c).

III. Open Session 7:00 PM A. The Board may take action on personnel items that were discussed in closed session.

IV. Spotlight on Education - Mr. Fisk & Grade 5 Students V. Consent Agenda Items A. Agenda B. Minutes C. Financial/Budget Reports D. Board Vouchers VI. Community Comments VII. Administrative/Committee/Department Reports A. Administrator Reports B. Finance Committee - Ms. Blomstrand & Ms. Whitley C. Clubhouse Update - Ms. Hutton VIII. Informational Items A. Vision 2020/2025 Strategic Plan Update Mr. Kuchta IX. Action Items A. 2016 Spring Election Results and Oath of Office - Mr. Van Blaricom B. 2016-17 Student Accident Insurance Mr. Kuchta C. Appointment of 2016-17 CESA #11 Representative - Mr. Van Blaricom D. 2016-17 Meal Prices - Mr. Kuchta E. 2016-17 Employee Insurance Plans and Rates - Stacie Running/Mr. Kuchta F. Personnel Action X. Adjournment DALE JOHNSON Clerk, Amery Board of Education In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the School District of Amery will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities who wish to participate in public meetings. If you require an accommodation, please contact the District Office at (715) 2689771 a minimum of 72 hours prior to the meeting.

The original agenda for this meeting was provided for publication more than one week prior to the meeting date. Due to this fact, the agenda published in the Amery Free Press may have been altered after publication. The final agenda is available on the District’s website: www.amerysd.k12.wi.us at least twenty-four (24) hours prior to the meeting.

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TOWN OF LINCOLN NOTICE OF TOWN BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MONTHLY MEETING

The Town Board of Supervisors Monthly Meeting of the Town of Lincoln will be held on Thursday, April 14, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. at the Lincoln Town Hall -- 661 85th Street.

MONTHLY MEETING AGENDA 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Verification of Meeting Posting 3. Approval of Agenda 4. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting 5. Public Comment 6. Minor Subdivision for Steve & Audrey Ferrozzo 7. Minor Subdivision for Siggens Trust (John Siggens) 8. Reports: Treasurer, Clerk, Road Work Issues, Plan Commission 9. Presentation and Approval of Bills 10. Update on Flo’s Court Issue 11. Update ATV/UTV Routes 12. Adopt Resolution 04-14-16 Concerning Approval or Disapproval of the Polk County Zoning Ordinance 13. New Business 14. Unfinished Business 15. Adjourn. *Action may be taken on any agenda item* Stephanie Marciniak, Clerk 715-268-4747 Published April 12, 2016 - Amery Free Press

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LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY AMENDED SUMMONS Case No. 16 CV 108 Case Code: 30405 Russell L. Wittman and Bonnie E. Wittman 613 Wanderoos Road Amery, WI 54001 Plaintiffs, vs.

Donald S. Paar 1617A 60th Avenue Amery, WI 54001 Estate of J. Scott Olson 1617A 60th Avenue Amery WI 54001 Defendants.

THE STATE OF WISCONSIN, TO: Estate of J. Scott Olson 1617A 60th Avenue Amery, WI 54001 You are hereby notified that the Plaintiffs named above have filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you. The Complaint, which is also served upon you, states the nature and basis of the legal action.

Within 40 days after April 12, 2016, you must respond with a written answer, as that term is used in Chapter 802 of the Wisconsin Statutes, to the Complaint. The Court may reject or disregard an answer that does not follow the requirements of the statutes. The answer must be sent or delivered to the Court, whose address is Ms. Jobie Bainbridge, Clerk of Circuit Court, 1005 W. Main Street - Suite 300, Balsam Lake, WI 54810 and to Ronald L. Siler, Plaintiffs’ attorney, whose address is Williamson & Siler, S.C., 201 South Knowles Avenue, New Richmond, Wisconsin 54017. You may have an attorney help or represent you.

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

Dated this 7th day of April, 2016.

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WESTconsin Credit Union to hold 76th Annual Membership Meeting WESTERN, WI—WESTconsin Credit Union invites all accountholders (members) to the 76th Annual Membership Meeting being held on Thursday, April 14 in the Menomonie High School Auditorium located at 1715 5th Street West. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. and agenda includes the election of two directors, complete reports, entertainment, door prizes and attendance gifts. This is an opportunity for all members to share in the accomplishments and decisions of their financial institution.

In accordance with WESTconsin Credit Union bylaws, each member shall have one (1) vote irrespective of the member’s share total. A member may not vote by proxy. An organization or association member shall be represented by and have its vote cast by a duly authorized representative of the entity. A trust shall be represented by the trustee. A member eligible to vote is 16 years of age or older and a primary account holder.

Credit union staff will be offering assistance during the voting process.

A complimentary meal will be served prior to the meeting from 5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. in the high school’s common area. Candy bars will be available for $2 each in support of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.

WESTconsin Credit Union has been serving members since 1939, and membership is open to anyone who lives or works in the Wisconsin counties of Barron, Buffalo, Burnett, Chippewa, Clark, Dunn, Eau Claire, Jackson, Pepin, Pierce, Polk, Rusk, St. Croix, Sawyer, Taylor, Trempealeau, and Washburn, or the Minnesota counties of Anoka, Chisago, Dakota, Goodhue, Isanti, Ramsey, Wabasha, and Washington, with a $5 minimum deposit in a Membership Savings Account. Credit unions are financial institutions owned by their accountholders, and member funds are federally insured by the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) up to at least $250,000.

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Balsam Lake District Receives Loan MADISON – The Board of Commissioners of Public Lands (BCPL) approved a State Trust Fund Loan totaling $167,645 to the Balsam Lake Protection & Rehabilitation District to purchase an aquatic plant harvester and support equipment.

The Board approved loans totaling slightly more than $4 million at today’s meeting. They include: •Balsam Lake Protection & Rehabilitation District, Polk County / Purchase aquatic plant harvester and support equipment / $167,645 •Town of Brooklyn, Green County / Refinance fire district building loan / $381,350 •City of Greenfield,

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Milwaukee County / Install fiber optic network / $700,000 •Town of Lafayette, Walworth County / Construct town garage and salt shed / $600,000 •City of Montreal, Iron County / Refinance WRS unfunded pension liability / $609,789 •Town of Navarino, Shawano County / Refinance BCPL loan #2009150 / $24,496.10 •Town of Navarino, Shawano County / Purchase used rescue vehicle / $6,500 •City of Onalaska, La Crosse County / Finance public works projects / $134,190 •Oneida County / Refinance G.O. bonds dated December 30, 2002 / $360,000

•School District of Owen-Withee, Clark and Taylor Counties / $900,000 •City of Tomah, Monroe County / Purchase garbage/recycling vehicle / $247,659 The BCPL operates entirely on program revenue, without taxpayer money, and distributes more than 96 cents of every dollar of interest earned on BCPL State Trust Fund investments to Wisconsin’s public schools. The 2015 earnings of $35.5 million were the largest distribution in the agency’s history and provide the sole source of state funding for K 12 public school library materials.

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Attorney General Defends Wisconsin’s Voter ID Law in Federal Court MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Justice will argued in front of the United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit in the case of Frank v. Walker to uphold Wisconsin’s Voter ID law on April 7.

“Wisconsin’s Voter ID law has been under attack since it was signed into law nearly five years ago,” Attorney General Brad Schimel said.

“Court after court has decided the law is constitutional and I will continue to defend the law until all legal challenges are settled so Wisconsinites can have confidence their vote is not being diluted or diminished by illegal and fraudulent votes.”

The DOJ argued for the state that Wisconsin’s new Voter ID law is

constitutional. This case is a follow-up to the originalFrank v. Walker, in which the Seventh Circuit, in 2014, determined that Wisconsin’s Voter ID laws did not violate either the Equal Protection Clause of the Constitution or the Voting Rights Act. In reaching its decision, the Seventh Circuit relied onCrawford v.

Marion County Election Board, where the United States Supreme Court determined that Indiana’s Voter ID law was constitutional. Indiana’s law is very similar to Wisconsin’s, and therefore the Seventh Circuit upheld Wisconsin’s law against the first challenge.

Now, the Seventh Circuit will decide if Wisconsin’s Voter ID law holds up against the plaintiffs’

new, narrower challenge.

The plaintiffs claim that this narrower challenge is not new because they had asserted these claims in their arguments in the original Frank v. Walker.

The Attorney General argues that this is not true and that the plaintiffs’ narrower challenge consists of new claims which the plaintiffs are not allowed to raise after the Seventh Circuit’s final decision in 2014. Even if plaintiffs are allowed to raise these claims, Wisconsin’s law is still constitutional under Crawford and the original Frank v.

Walker decision.

Solicitor General Misha Tseytlin will make these arguments to a panel of three judges from the Seventh Circuit.

BRIDGE LOCATED IN THE TOWN OF BLACK BROOK AT THE INTESECTION OF 40th Ave. and 110th St. (Cty. Rd. CC) Crossing the Apple River near the old Paulson Farm

NOTICE TOWN OF BLACK BROOK TUESDAY, APRIL 19, 2016 ANNUAL MEETING 7:00 P.M.

99 75th Street – Clear Lake WI 54005 REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING OF TOWN OF BLACK BROOK BOARD OF SUPERVISORS WILL BE HELD IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE ANNUAL MEETING TOWN BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Call meeting to Order; Proof of Meeting Notice; Approve Agenda; Approve Vouchers & Pay bills, Reading of Reports; Public Comments; OLD BUSINESS: Bridge Dedication date for David E Paulson Memorial Bridge April 23, 2016 10:30 a.m. Public Welcome; Review Animal Control Ordinance; NEW BUSINESS: Set date for Road Review; Appoint Plan Commission members; Date for Board of Review, May 19th to adjourn to June 23, 2016.

Adjourn to May meeting.

Sally Pickard, Clerk This notice is for informational purposes only final agenda will be posted on the Town Hall door, Nextgen Motors in Clear Lake and Countryside Store in Amery.

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AMERY CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS March 9, 2016 The Amery City Council met for a regular meeting on March 9th, 2016 at City Hall. Mayor Kay Erickson called the meeting to order at 5:01 p.m.

Present: Erickson, Tim Strohbusch, Kristen Vicker, Julie Riemenschneider, and David Myers.

Excused: Rick Davis and Rick Van Blaricom.

Staff present: Darcy Long, Fran Duncanson, Megan Will, Tom Marson, Bones McCarty, Dale Koehler, Chanz Green.

Others present: Bob Zank of WPCA, Craig Moriak, Larry Stelter, Jessica de la Cruz, Judie Johnson, Sue Ames-Lillie, and Sharon Paulson.

Public Hearing City of Amery 20 Acre Industrial Property Rezoning Mayor Erickson opened the public hearing on the rezoning of 20 acres of City owned land from Rresidential to I-1 Light Industrial. Long explained the property was purchased by the City form Ron Anderson for the purpose of developing a new industrial park. There were no comments from the public and Mayor Erickson closed the public hearing.

Roll Call was conducted by Clerk Duncanson.

Craig Moriak led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Motion by Strohbusch and seconded by Riemenschneider to approve the minutes of the February 3, 2016 City Council meeting.

Ayes-4 Nays-0 Motion carried.

Officers Reports: Police Chief - Marson: Mayor Erickson complimented the Police Dept. after receiving a nice letter about Dept. traffic control at Amery Schools. Marson gave the activity report for February. Winter parking restrictions are still in effect however if you have a muddy driveway please call the Dept. in advance of parking on the street so you don’t get a ticket. The Spring Drug Takeback day is coming up and being held with assistance of the Amery Woman’s Club.

Don’t forget to turn clocks ahead this weekend.

DPW Director - McCarty: McCarty reviewed cross connection information.Cross connection is required by the DNR to ensure the safety of the water system. If you have been running your water, please turn it off. Bids for the Center Street parking lot ranged from $209,000 - $262,000. Five bids were received. Albrightson of Woodville was the low bidder. Green discussed the community garden boxes Maint. Dept. staff constructed at the hospital. Will presented several ideas for a campground logo. On April 15th electrical services will be installed at the new campground and the new band shell at Michael Park.

Library Director - Nalen: Early school release programs are coming up. There will be a Minecraft Party, juggling, comedy show at Golden Age Manor, and the Legos Star Wars Yoda Chronicles. There is a new group creating their own video games called Code Club. There is a federal grant used to create four “backpacks” that focus on Amery using four launch I-pads featuring parks, water, trails, etc. kids. The Festival Theater in St. Croix Falls will perform the first act of “The Grapes of Wrath” at the library as a promotion. Author Nicholas Butler of Eau Claire will be visiting the library.

Fire Chief - Koehler: Presented the run sheet for this month. The Dept. welcomed home wrestlers from the State Tournament last weekend and held a pep fest at the Fire Hall. The Pancake Breakfast is coming up with the Easter Egg Hunt. Next month fire fighters who have completed training will attend the City Council meeting to be recognized. Online burning permits will be available soon. Koehler thanked the Amery Family Restaurant for the fundraising event. The recent 2% dues audit went well so funding will continue.

City Administrator - Long: The City will have a booth at Amery Home Show where you can sign up for a BBQ grill giveaway and spin the prize wheel.

Signage for City parks is being revised using the new City logo. A brochure for the new North Park campground is being developed.

Building Inspector - Craig Moriak: Presented the annual report and is pleased there were five new homes constructed in the City last year. New building standards from the state are being implemented including UDC electric and building codes. The new deck standards are 40 pages long.

The company frequently uses the City site as an example to clients. We have over 500 web pages and host the Amery Economic Development Corp. and Amery Community Club webpages. There are several calendars of meeting and events. Historical photos are featured. The “Notify Me” feature lets you sign up for e-mail or texts of City and community information. There are a number of forms available, The Citizen Request Tracker feature lets you report event to City Hall. Most of photos are taken locally.

It is a custom website uniquely crafted for the City of Amery. Maintenance and expenses are cost shared with the ACC and AEDC. Motion by Riemenschneider and seconded by Myers to approve rezoning 20 acres of City owned property for the future Industrial Park expansion from R-3 Residential to I-1 Light Industrial.

Ayes-4 Nays-0 Motion carried.

Committee Reports: Public Safety - Vicker: The Committee met on liquor license abandonment ordinance updates.

Public Works - Riemenschneider: The Committee discussed cross connection inspections and authorized hiring Hydro Corp. to perform some of them City staff are unable to do.

Planning Commission - Riemenschneider: The fence ordinance is being revised so people can use six foot lengths. Commercial fencing language will be added to City ordinances. The Commission recommended Industrial Park rezoning from R-3 to I-1.

Motion by Myers and seconded by Riemenschneider to approve operator licenses for Frederick, Nusberger, and Cavalier.

Ayes-4 Nays-0 Motion carried.

New Business Erickson reads aloud the Proclamation honoring the American Red Cross month.

Demonstration of new City Website features.

Will demonstrated the features Civic Plus has available being utilized on the new City website.

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed bids for 3rd Place Reconstruction will be received by the Village of Clear Lake, Village Clerk, at the Village Hall, 350 4th Avenue, Clear Lake, WI 54005, by 10:00 a.m., local time, April 28, 2016, and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud.

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Motion by Strohbusch and seconded by Myers to approve the amendment to Sec. 17-2-17 (b) of City ordinances titled “Dormant Alcohol License”.

Ayes-4 Nays-0 Motion carried.

Motion by Strohbusch and seconded by Myers to approve a Class A Beer License for CAP Operations, Inc. d/b/a Holiday #56 Ayes-4 Nays-0 Motion carried.

Motion by Strohbusch and seconded by Myers to approve a cigarette license for CAP Operations, Inc. d/b/a Holiday #56.

Ayes-4 Nays-0 Motion carried.

Motion by Vicker and seconded by Riemenschneider to adjourn at 6:19 p.m.

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Motion by Strohbusch and seconded by Vicker to award the bid to Albrightson Construction of Woodville for $209,031.15 for the downtown Center Street parking lot project.

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Stone Creek can offer as little or as much help as you need, and has everything from expert advice to competitively priced materials to the pro staff that makes it all happen. They give free estimates. And quite often, all factors considered, they have the best price too.

Dena Cress and her brother, Darren Booth, are passionate about making your next project look exactly as you’ve imagined, whether it’s a new wood floor or completely updating to new modern kitchen. Together they bring more than 35 years of remodeling experience to their business, now located at Riverplace Mall in Amery. Stone Creek Custom Interiors has been named one of “Remodeling” Magazine’s “Remodeling 550” in 2015, a list naming the top 550 remodelers nationwide. Many of Stone Creek’s designs have also been featured in the Holiday Kitchens® annual coffee table book, distributed nationally

by Mastercraft® Industries. Stone Creek’s own Nicole Williams was named Holiday Kitchens Designer of the Year this March.

The showroom at Stone Creek is quite unique, allowing customers to browse samples, see and touch various textures, and discuss design options.

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Dena explains the benefits of recently added ClosetMaid® custom closet systems. “Many people don’t know where to start with designing a closet system.

We can help you measure and design storage that both looks and functions well,” she says.

When it comes to kitchen and bathroom remodels, Stone Creek has everything at hand, from plumbing, redecorating, electricity and everything that goes with it, including the faucets, sinks and fixtures. It truly is a resourceful, one-stop shop that offers as little or as much help as you need.

Need countertops? They carry several different types of material including laminate, quartz, granite, recycled glass and solid surface countertops. “The Cambria® line has become very popular,” according to Darren.

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Tile and stone have been popular for several years now and Stone Creek carries six lines of tile, including natural stone, porcelain, ceramic and glass.

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Stone Creek also has Hunter Douglas® window treatments–wood, motorized, top down and bottom up.

Stone Creek takes care of the measuring and installation too.

Join Stone Creek for their open house this June, when they invite you to stop in and take a look at their new kitchen and bath displays.

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You have to catch it yourself. (BenCarolyn Lumsden jamin Franklin – Statesman, author, inventor – 1706-1790) 715-483-9738 Soup is a favorite for many people. There are many kinds and this is a copycat of a famous restaurant chain. It seems long, but many of the ingredients are herbs, etc. so don’t hesitate to make it.

PASTA AND FAGIOLI SOUP Brown in large skillet, drain or not, depending on your taste: 1 T. olive oil 1 pound ground beef (or mild Italian sausage) Put into a bowl.

In the same skillet, add and sauté until tender, about 4 minutes: 1 T. olive oil 1 c. diced carrots (about 2 medium) 1 c. diced celery (about 3 stalks) 3/4 c. chopped onion Add and sauté 1 minute longer: 1 large clove garlic, finely minced Reduce heat and add: 3 cans (8 oz. ea.) tomato sauce 3-1/2 c. beef or chicken broth 1 c. water 1 can (15 oz.) diced tomatoes with the juice 1 T. sugar 1-1/2 tsp. dried basil 1 tsp. dried oregano 3/4 tsp. dried thyme 1/2 tsp. dried marjoram salt and pepper to taste the browned beef Cover and simmer for about 30 minutes or until veggies are soft.

While this is simmering, cook according to directions until al dente, then drain: 1 scant cup ditalini pasta (pasta shaped like small tubes) Add: the cooked ditalini pasta 15 oz. can dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed 15 oz. can great northern beans, drained and rinsed Add another 1 c. broth (approximately), if desired, to thin the soup. Cook 5 minutes longer. Serve with some grated Romano cheese, if desired. Tip: The longer the soup rests, the more liquid the pasta will absorb so that is why you can add the additional beef broth, if you want a bit thinner soup. Serves 6-8.

If you have some leftover cooked ham, you can make this impossible pie.

IMPOSSIBLE HAM AND SWISS PIE Spray/grease a 10” deep dish pie plate.

Sprinkle onto the bottom: 1-1/2 c. cooked, cubed ham 1 c. shredded Swiss cheese 1/4 c. chopped onion Mix together until well blended: 1/2 c. baking mix (or original Bisquick) 1 c. milk 1/4 tsp. salt (optional) bit of pepper 2 eggs Pour over the ham/cheese/onion.

Bake at 375° for about 40-45 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes.

Garnish with: 1 tomato, sliced 1 green pepper, seeded and cut into rings Serves 4-6.

If you like strawberry flavor, you should enjoy this cake. This needs some refrigerator cooling time so allow for that.

STRAWBERRY POKE CAKE Prepare according to directions on package: 1 package Strawberry Cake Mix Put into a 9x13” cake pan and bake according to directions.

When still warm, poke holes about 1” apart with a wooden spoon with a round handle.

Spread on top of cake: 1 container (10 oz.) frozen sweetened strawberries, thawed and pureed Chill the cake.

Combine: 1 c. milk 1 pkg. (3.4 oz.) instant vanilla pudding and pie filling Fold in and put mixture on top of cake: 1 carton (8 oz.) frozen whipped topping, thawed Refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving.

EASIER WHOOPIE PIES Combine in bowl: 1 pkg. (18.25 oz.) devil’s food cake mix 1/4 c. water 1/2 c. veg. oil 3 large eggs Drop by tablespoonfuls on sprayed baking sheets to make a circle of 2-1/2-3 inches. You should have 24 smaller cakes. Bake at 350° for 7-8 minutes or until done (toothpick test). Cool slightly then remove to a wire rack to cool completely.

In saucepan, combine and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, unit it forms a thick paste, then let cool: 1 c. milk 5 T. flour In medium bowl, beat until fluffy: 1-1/2 c. sugar 1 c. veg. shortening 1 tsp. vanilla Add the cooked flour mixture and beat until doubled in volume.

Turn 1 baked cake onto its back (bottom up) and spread some of the mixture on the cake. Top with another cake so the rounded top is up. Makes 12 Whoopie Pies.

Tip: if you want delicious edible little cups to fill with anything you want, like pudding, fruit, candies, gelatin that has been set, etc., fashion some cookie dough into a circle and shape over muffin cups. Bake until done. Remove and let cool and then fill with whatever you want. They’re great for parties, etc.

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Oatmeal is healthy and these muffins are delicious to eat. Recipe makes 1 dozen muffins.

HEALTHY OATMEAL MUFFINS Soak overnight: 1 c. old-fashioned oats water to cover Drain just before using.

Put into bowl: The drained oats 1/2 c. raisins 1/3 c. walnut pieces 1/3 c. pumpkin seeds 1/3 c. ground flaxseed 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp. nutmeg 1/4 tsp. salt Combine and add: 2 large eggs, beaten 1-1/2 c. milk 1/4 c. peanut butter Add to dry ingredients and mix until just combined.

In small bowl, combine: 1 small apple, cut up 1/2 tsp. cinnamon Put the muffin batter into 12 sprayed/lined medium muffin cups.

Sprinkle the apple mixture on the top.

Bake at 375° for about 20 minutes or until done (toothpick test).

Serve warm or room temp with butter or maple syrup.

Whoopie Pies has been served within the Amish communities for a long time. This recipe uses a shortcut using a devil’s food cake mix. Everyone will like these little filled cakes/pies.

Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Pool, 12:30 pm Hand & Foot Cards, 7 pm Alcoholics Anonymous 8:15 am Amery Housing Authority monthly board meeting at the AHS office 6:30 pm Bingo at the Amery VFW

Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Silver Foxes, 9 am Mah Jong, 6 pm Lee Elmer Music Night, 8 pm Alcoholics Anonymous

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Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Medica Workshop, 10 am Alcoholics Anonymous, 12:30 pm Bridge, 7 pm Alcoholics Anonymous

Community Center: 7:30 am-5:30 pm Rummage Sale; 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Pool, 12:30 pm Hand & Foot Cards, 7 pm Alcoholics Anonymous 6:30 p.m. Bingo at the Amery VFW

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SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS AMERY Monday, April 18— ES & MS breakfast: Scrambled egg/English muffin or mini lumberjack (mini pancakes and sausage) or cold cereal choices, grahams, fruit choice and fruit juice.

MS & HS morning nutrition break: Scrambled egg/ English muffin or lumberjack (pancakes/sausage on a stick) or frudel or cold cereal choices, grahams, fruit choice and fruit juice.

Elementary lunch: Cheese ravioli, breadstick, steamed vegetables, sidekick juice cup, garden bar, fruit choices.

IS/MS lunch: Cheese ravioli w/breadstick or Calzones, steamed vegetables, sidekick juice cup, garden bar, fruit choices.

HS lunch: Cheese ravioli w/breadstick or Calzones, steamed vegetables, sidekick juice cup, garden bar, fruit choices.

Tuesday, April 19— ES & IS breakfast: Assorted breads or Mini blueberry waffles or Cold cereal choices, cheese stick, fruit choice and fruit juice.

MS & HS morning break: Assorted breads or bacon egg scramble or mini blueberry waffles or cold cereal choices, cheese stick, fruit choice and fruit juice.

CLEAR LAKE Monday, April 18— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal or sausage pizza, Krave S’mores, fruit juice, fruit, milk.

Elementary lunch: Taco in a bag or soft shell taco, fi xings, refried beans, mandarin oranges, slushie fruit cup, milk.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, yogurt, cereal bar, Pop Tart, sausage pizza, banana bread.

High school lunch: Deluxe nachos or quesadilla, fi xings, refried beans, mandarin oranges, fruit juice, cookie, milk.

Tuesday, April 19— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal and cheese stick or donut, fruit juice, fruit, milk.

Elementary lunch: Turkey & gravy with biscuit or PB&J “uncrustable,” mashed potatoes, steamed corn, sliced apples, milk.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, cheese stick, graham crackers, muffi n, donut, hard booked egg.

High school lunch: Turkey & gravy with biscuit or peanut butter sandwich, mashed potatoes, steamed carrots, pears, strawberries, milk.

Wednesday, April 20— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal and “Gripz” chocolate chip graham crackers or sausage & cheese sandwich, fruit, fruit juice, milk.

Elementary lunch: Soft shell tacos, refried beans, garden bar, fruit choices.

IS/MS lunch: Soft shell tacos or chicken fajita, refried beans, garden bar, fruit choices.

HS lunch: Soft shell tacos or chicken fajita, refried beans, garden bar, fruit choices.

Wednesday, April 20— ES & IS breakfast: Mini pancakes or bacon egg scramble or cold cereal choices, grahams, fruit choice and fruit juice.

MS & HS morning break: Mini pancakes or breakfast egg wrap or uncrustable or cold cereal choices, grahams, fruit choice and fruit juice.

Elementary lunch: Turkey & gravy, mashed potatoes, peas, garden bar, fruit choices.

IS/MS lunch: Turkey & gravy or grilled chicken sandwich, mashed potatoes, peas, garden bar, fruit choices.

HS lunch: Turkey & gravy or grilled chicken sandwich, mashed potatoes, peas, garden bar, fruit choices.

Thursday, April 21— ES & IS breakfast: Breakfast pizza or UBR (Ultimate Breakfast Round) or Cold cereal choices, cheese stick, fruit choice and fruit juice.

MS & HS morning break: Breakfast pizza or UBR (Ul-

Elementary lunch: Chicken strips, seasoned rice, green beans, vegetables with dip, sliced peaches, milk.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, yogurt, muffi n, chocolate chip crisps, sausage & cheese sandwich.

High school lunch: Chicken nuggets or chicken teriyaki wrap, seasoned rice, green beans, mixed fruit, peaches, vegetables/dip, milk.

Thursday, April 21— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal or french toast sticks, cheese omelet, fruit juice, fruit, milk Elementary lunch: Pizza casserole and breadstick or peanut butter sandwich, salad bar, sliced pears, milk.

High school breakfast: Cereal, muffi n, french toast sticks, Pop Tart, cheese omelet.

High school lunch: Pizza casserole or crispy chicken salad, breadstick, steamed corn, garden salad, milk, grapes, applesauce.

Friday, April 22— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal or cinnamon roll, yogurt or yogurt parfait, fruit juice, fruit, milk.

Elementary lunch: Ham & cheese sub, fi xings, fresh vegetables, chips, grapes, milk.

High school breakfast: Cereal, yogurt parfait, cinnamon roll, cereal bar, sausage links, Krave S’mores.

High school lunch: Service Learning Day, Menu TBA.

timate Breakfast Round) or yogurt parfait or cold cereal choices, cheese stick, fruit choices and fruit juice.

Elementary lunch: Pulled pork sandwich, coleslaw, garden bar, fruit choices.

IS/MS lunch: Pulled pork sandwich or chicken strip wrap, coleslaw, garden bar, fruit choices.

HS lunch: Pulled pork sandwich or chicken strip wrap, coleslaw, garden bar, fruit choices.

Friday, April 22— ES & IS breakfast: Mini cinnamon roll or Warrior sandwich or cold cereal choices, grahams, fruit choice and fruit juice.

MS & HS morning break: Mini cinnamon roll or Warrior sandwich or mini bagel/ cream cheese or cold cereal choices, grahams, fruit choice and fruit juice.

Elementary lunch: Pizza dippers & marinara, green beans, garden bar, fruit choices.

IS/MS lunch: Pizza dippers & marinara or cook’s choice, green beans, garden bar, fruit choices.

HS lunch: Pizza dippers & marinara or cook’s choice, green beans, garden bar, fruit choices.

POLK COUNTY SENIOR DINING MEAL SITES Everyone age 60 plus is invited for lunch. Meals are served Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Check your site for specific serving time.

Suggested donation is $4 per meal. Please call the meal site 24 hours in advance for a reservation.

Amery 715-268-6818.

Centuria 715-540-2022.

Frederic 715-327-8623.

Luck 715-472-8300.

Monday, April 18— Chicken enchilada casserole, Mexican corn, WW dinner roll, chilled pears.

Tuesday, April 19— Meatloaf, roasted red potatoes, squash, WW bread, frosted cake.

Sites closed on Wednesday.

Thursday, April 21— Pot roast, gravy, potatoes & carrots, WW dinner roll, fruit in season.

Friday, April 22— Egg salad on WW bread, 3 bean salad, strawberry angel food cake w/topping.

Cancer Walk Donation The American Cancer Society Sole Burner Walk/Run is Saturday, May 7. American Cancer Society committee members (l to r) Danielle Andersen, Vicki Hammer and Tammy Jackson kindly accept a corporate sponsorship donation from Ronda Knutson of Amery Hospital & Clinic. The hospital donated a total of $5000 for Polk County’s American Cancer Society Sole Burners with $3000 designated to Amery.

Tools for caregivers in Amery Amery, WI-- Do you help an aging or disabled loved one or friend that allows them to continue living in their own home? Or maybe your loved one, who you used to care for, has moved into an assisted living facility or nursing home but you still visit them, help them make health care decisions and ensure all areas of their health and wellbeing is being addressed. You are NOT alone, caregiver stress and burnout IS real, and support IS available! Join the Aging and Disability Resource Center of NW WI for Powerful Tools for Caregivers this spring in Amery, WI. Powerful Tools for Caregivers is an evidence based educational workshop series for unpaid caregivers caring for an aging or disabled friend or family member. Family caregivers come

in all forms from the son that checks in on mom and dad once a week, to the spouse providing full time direct care for her husband with Alzheimer’s.

This workshop gives these caregivers a chance to learn and develop the skills needed to balance life with this added role of caregiver. The interactive lessons, discussions, and brainstorming included in each session helps participants put the “tools” learned into action in their life.

When: Wednesdays from 10am12pm, May 4th- June 8th Where: St Joseph’s Catholic Church, Amery, WI Cost: $10 Registration: For more information or to register, contact Carrie Myers at the ADRC of NW WI at 877-485-2372.

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2016 Helen Mears Art Contest Winners Amery Woman’s Club’s Julie Andersen and Gloria Lansin pose with the winners of this year’s Helen Mears Art Contest. First place went to Brennan Hansen, 2nd place Lydia Monson, 3rd place Nick Erickson (absent), 4th place Julia Engebretson, 5th place Cora Greene.

Red Cross asks for blood donations this spring The American Red Cross encourages eligible blood donors to donate blood this spring to ensure a sufficient supply for patients at approximately 2,600 hospitals across the country.

Donated blood is perishable and must constantly be replenished to keep up with hospital patient need.

Red blood cells are the blood component most frequently transfused by hospitals and must be used within 42 days of donation.

Eligible donors can give red blood cells through either a regular whole blood donation or a double red cell donation, where available.

During a double red cell donation, two units of red blood cells are collected while most of the plasma and platelets are returned to the donor. Double red cell donors must meet additional eligibility criteria, which will be determined at the donation appointment.

Debbie Cody-Nabors is a blood donor who gives double red cells.

Her mother received transfusions twice a week during treatment for aplastic anemia. “I donate blood as often as I can in memory of my mom,” she said. “Please donate blood if you can to help save lives as you never know when you’ll be on the receiving end.”

Donors with all blood types are needed, especially those with types O, A negative and B negative. Whole blood can be donated every 56 days, up to six times a year, and double red cells may be donated every 112 days, up to three times per year.

To make an appointment to give blood, download the free Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

American Red Cross Blood Donation Center Chippewa Valley Blood Donation Center 3485 East Hamilton Avenue, Eau Claire Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays: 12:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Thursdays and Fridays: 7 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Saturdays: 7 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Additional blood donation opportunities: CAMERON 4/20/2016: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Cameron High School, 750 S. 1st St. AMERY 4/25/2016: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Our Savior Lutheran Church, 217 Deronda St. 4/26/2016: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Our Savior Lutheran Church, 217 Deronda St. DRESSER 4/18/2016: 12:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., Peace Lutheran Church, 2355 Clark Road OSCEOLA 4/29/2016: 1 p.m. - 7 p.m., Osceola Medical Center, 2630 65th Ave. BALDWIN 4/18/2016: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Baldwin Area Medical Center, 730 10th Ave.

HUDSON 4/22/2016: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Mt. Zion Lutheran Church, 505 13th St. S. NEW RICHMOND 4/19/2016: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., American Legion Butler-Harmon Post 80, 1260 Wall St. How to donate blood Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental consent in some states), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

Blood donors can now save time at their next donation by using RapidPass to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, prior to arriving at the blood drive. To get started and learn more, visit redcrossblood. org/RapidPass and follow the instructions on the site.

I know the calendar says “spring” and yet we had snow coating the ground just last week! But we know that warm weather will be here soon so it’s time to think about baseball!

The Amery Community Center will sponsor a trip to Target Field to see the Minnesota Twins take on the Tampa Bay Rays on June 4th. The cost is $50 for members & $70 for non-members with the difference going towards your 2016 membership. Excellent Pavilion seats! The bus leaves Amery Community Center at 9:30am for a 1:10pm game. We need at least 20 people to sign up and only 35 seats are available. There will be chances to win prizes on the bus! Reservations must be made and paid for by March 16th, but you may want to sign up early because these seats are filling up fast!!

Another sure sign of spring is rummage sales. Ours will take place on Thursday April 21st and Friday April 22nd. This year we are extending our hours to allow more shoppers to take advantage of the sale. On April 21st the sale will run from 7:30am-5:30pm and Friday the hours are 7:30am-1pm. If you are a member of the Amery Area Community Center you will be able to do early shopping at our rummage sale. As we set up that week, you are invited to take an early peek at our items. If you find something, you’re welcome to purchase it.

For those of you who enjoy creative activities, we have a Stamping & Scrapbooking group that meets the first and third Tuesday of the month at 5:30pm. You can bring your own projects or use the Center’s supplies. There is no charge for members, unless you want to do a Make-N-Take project.

Need a place to rent? How about considering the Community Center for that birthday party, anniversary celebration or wedding reception? We can help! We will also work with profit and not-for-profit organizations to help you with the perfect meeting place.

The winners of Tuesday pool were Gary Snelling in first place, Jerry Fisher in second, Paul Seidel took third and Carl Johnson placed fourth.

Thursday pool winners were Gary Snelling in first, Mary Fisher in second, Carl Johnson took third place, and Les Peterson received the consolation prize.

Wii bowling winners were Dave Olson in first place, Mary Fisher took second and Milt Johnson and Jim Woodcock tied for third place.

Congratulations to all!

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

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ARNELL HUMANE SOCIETY

Good Bye March © 4-1-2016

Jasper is an eight month old Black and White Tuxedo kitten with mittens. He likes to pretend he is a Secret Agent, casing the cat room with acrobatic skill, discovering missing toy mice and pretending to playing nice with the other felines. He blends in well with people, soaking up attention and praise. Jasper is curious and playful. He is always on the go, checking out the scene and who’s who. His attention to detail would serve him well as a Master Mouse Catcher. Jasper is looking for a home of his own to search for clues and welcoming laps.

Without many animals at the shelter, adoptions were quiet but joyful. Collin had been waiting for a home since January. He was a quiet unassuming Buff Tabby looking for that special someone. He went home with his Blue Grey kennel mate, Victor. Together they will be enjoying the home of a lovely woman who found them delightful as a pair.

Suzette, the Beagle Coonhound met her look-alike twin and the two of them hit it off right away.

It was fun to see two young dogs so happy to see one another, licking each others’ faces and offering

play-bows to get the play date started. The twin brother had been adopted from another shelter and came to meet our Suzette to seal the deal. Their adopter was one happy fellow with two, nearly full grown hound mix puppies in his lap. Just what he was looking for.

An extra-large Black Lab Newfoundland Mix we named Huey, came to the shelter as a stray. He arrived with a rear toe that had the tip sliced off. A veterinary exam told us that the toe would need to be amputated.

Huey loves to play fetch. He is all Lab in that way.

As much as he likes his treats, Huey is more motivated by a tennis ball. At 115 pounds, Huey is a handsome, extra-large Black Lab Newfie puppy. He can be a bull in a china shop mainly because of his size and enthusiasm. Huey is all about living in the moment.

An after surgery cone for Huey will not fit in our kennels. We are looking for an adoptive home for Huey, that will take on the recovery care after his surgery.

A recovery time of two to three weeks will require indoor care, bandage changes and constant surveillance to be sure he doesn’t disturb the healing process by licking. It is a tall order. Huey is worth it. If you want to add an extra large Lab to your household and are ready for the challenge, come to meet Huey at the shelter. We would like to meet you.

If you haven’t had a chance to check out the online Arnell Humane Society page for giveBIG St. Croix Valley; have a look to get ready for this big event. In two weeks, on Tuesday, April 26th, our community is hosting a one day of giving event to support local nonprofits. Your donation to Arnell Humane Society will help us provide shelter to homeless dogs and cats, reunite lost pets with their owners and create new beginnings for adopting families and pets. Help us continue the work we do for the animals in your community. Go online to: giveSCV.org to find the Arnell Humane Society giveBIG page.

Arnell Memorial Humane Society, Amery, 715 2687387 (PETS) or online: ARNELLHUMANE.ORG and Facebook

This year March you were very good, calm and serene like you really should.

You must have broken a record with your temp, no surprise storms, a month long kempt.

In and out like a lamb you came and went, no blustery storms and wind you sent.

We enjoyed your peaceful tranquility, we hope you aren't wearing out like me.

If March is mild like this, I wonder, what will July and August be I ponder.

Maybe that will have nothing to do, with future months that come anew.

If we are going through a cycle, I'm glad it’s warm, we are fortunate it is not cold filled with storm.

Now in April the daffodils and violets bloom, a great time of year I presume.

Thank you master of the universe I say, for the decent weather day by day.

We give thanks that you keep us on an even keel, I am sure that is how everyone does feel.

Larry Phillipson is a poet laureate of Amery, Wisconsin

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SELF HELP GROUPS Advance Directive Workshop. Who would make your healthcare decisions in the event you are unable to? How would this person know what decisions you would want made? Learn more about Advance Directives and how to complete them. Free Advance Directive Workshop will be held the first Wednesday of the month from 10-11 a.m. Wisconsin and Minnesota Advance Directives will be available. Call St. Croix Regional Medical Education Services at 715-483-0431 or 800642-1336 ext. 2431 to register.

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

Alanon/ADCH/Alateen meets every Thursday 5:30 p.m. at Clear Lake Community Center, VFW Room 122/123. Children and youth welcome. Open meeting every 5th Tuesday of the month. Renee 715-948-2249, Richard 715-554-7277, Teresa 612-636-3244.

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

Alchololics Anonymous (AA) Tuesdays 7 p.m. and Fridays 5:30 p.m. (open) at Clear Lake Community Center, VFW Rooms 122/123. Children and youth welcome on Fridays. Richard 715-554-7277, Teresa 612-636-3244.

Alcoholics Anonymous meets Thursdays 10 a.m. at Parkview Methodist church, Turtle Lake. Contact Mike 715-986-2457.

Alzheimer’s Support Group. First Wednesday of the month 10 a.m. at Amery Senior Center. Last Tuesday of month 1 p.m. at Good Sam Nursing Home. Sharlene Bellefaille 715-635-6601.

Baby & Me. Weekly play and discussion hour for parents and their infants (birth to 12 months). Wednesdays 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Amery Regional Medical Center, BirthDay Suites Waiting Room. Join at any time. No charge.

Breast Feeding Support Group. All nursing mothers and babies are invited to participate. Group meets the second Thursday of the month from 10-11:30 a.m. and the fourth Thursday of the month from 6:30-8 p.m. at St. Croix Regional Medical Center. An International Board Certified Lactation Consultant will facilitate the group. Call 715-483-0431 or 800-642-1336 ext. 2431. No charge.

C.H.A.D.D. (Children with Attention Deficit Disorder). Parent support group meets the fourth Monday of each month at Firstar Bank board room, Cumberland, 7 p.m. For info. call Pat Skinner at 715-822-8422 and leave message.

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

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

All groups and services are free of charge.

Early Stage Alzheimer Support Group. For the diagnosed person and their caregiver. Challenges in early-stage dementia will be discussed, along with therapeutic benefits of family involvement. Sponsored in part by the Amnerican Alzheimer’s Association. Meetings are free of charge and open to the public, held at the Amery Centennial Hall the first Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m. Call 715-268-6605 to register.

Epilepsy Foundation of Western Wisconsin. Call 1-800-924-2105.

Family Child Care Professonals Network. Meets the third Thursday of each month. Contact Beth Neely at 715-483-1482 for more information. All family child care providers are welcome.

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

Golden Age Manor Family Council meets the first Saturday at 10 a.m. on the sunporch at GAM. Grief Share. Have you lost someone close? Grief Share is a Christian based, non-denominational seminar/support group program that will be meeting at Centennial Hall in Amery every Monday at 1 p.m. For information call Bruce 715-268-2176 or 715-268-8360.

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

Moms in Prayer International. •Two or more women who meet regularly to pray for their children, their schools, their teachers and administrators. •Mothers, grandmothers or anyone who is willing to pray for a specific child and school. We meet at the First Baptist church, Amery, Mondays from 1:30-2:30 p.m. Contact Jen at 715-268-5408 with questions.

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) is a group for moms and their kids. Every mom who is pregnant or has children 5 years of age and under is welcomed, accepted, and challenged to meet her potential. Better moms make a better world! For more info go to clmops@hotmail.com and call 715-263-2665 for location/dates/ time.

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

Polk County Parent-To-Parent Coaliton, a network for parents of children from birth through adulthood who have disabilities or other special needs. For more information about meetings and advocacy support, contact Lynne 715-472-2002.

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

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

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

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

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

TOPS Club meets Tuesdays 3:30-5 p.m. at the Balsam Lake Municipal Building (under the water tower), Balsam Lake. Contact Nancy 715-646-1464 or just come to a meeting. TOP’s mission is to support our members as they take off and keep off pounds sensibly.

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

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

Western Wisconsin LYME Education and Support Group meets: fourth Thursday of the month (April through October) at 7 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. (No meetings November through March). Meetings are free of charge and open to the public. For info call Ann 715-268-2856, Paula 715-268-2035, Bonnie 715-268-9557, Sue 715268-6687.

Women’s Spiritual Growth Group meets each Thursday from 7-8 p.m. at 931 Pine St., St. Croix Falls..

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Hands Across the Courthouse More than one hundred community members gathered in front of the Polk County Courthouse for a moment of reflection for child abuse victims April 1. The ‘Hands Across the Courthouse’ event was held in observance of April as child-abuse prevention month, a time to acknowledge the importance of families and communities working together to prevent child abuse. ‘Million March Against Child Abuse’ was also held on April 2, with guest speaker Mike Pistorino.

AMERY COMMUNITY EDUCATION

Catalogs are available at the public library, any of the 4 schools, or other locations around town. You can also view and/or download the catalog on the Amery School website.

Pre-register for all classes and events by mail, in person, online (www.amerysd.k12.wi.us) or by phone. For more information call 715-268-9771 x220 or email commed@amerysd.k12.wi.us.

Fly Fishing: Learn equipment selection and rigging, fly selection, fishing strategies for a variety of species including pan fish, bass, pike and trout. You will also learn knot tying and basic fly casting through hands-on practice with all equipment provided. April 18, 21, 26 & 28 from 6-8 p. Fee $14, pre-register with Comm Ed. Rustic Twig Furniture . . . Build Your Own Whimsical Twig Chair, Table, or Slab Garden Bench. Have a spouse, friend, older child or grandchild who would like to be your building partner? Bring him or her along for $15.

All abilities welcome! The instructor teaches techniques that will allow you to build more furniture and garden structures in the future. Refer to the Comm Ed catalog for samples of the projects. Sat, April 16 from 9 a - 4 p. Fee $125 and includes all materials, drill bits and fastening hardware. Pre-register with Comm Ed. Art: Beginning Watercolor: Experiment with wet-on-wet for

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soft muted backgrounds as well as wet-on-dry for more detailed work on landscapes and objects, and take home a finished piece. Types of brushes, papers, various paints and color mixing will be explored.

This is a great class for beginners!

Bring a supply fee of $10 to pay to the instructor at class and bring a bag lunch. Sat, April 16 from 9 a until 3 p. Fee $65, pre-register with Comm Ed. ATV Safety: DNR: Anyone 11 years of age or older is eligible to take the classes and receive a safety certificate, but the certificate does not become valid until the child reaches 12 years of age. Parent or legal guardian required to sign DNR registration form the first night of class. Three nights, April 18, 19 & 21 from 5:30-8:30 p. Fee $10, pre-register with Comm Ed. Photobooks Using Shutterfly: Create an account and learn how to upload your digital images. The fun begins as you choose page layouts before adding your own pictures and text and design a fabulous photo album. There is no charge to create a Shutterfly account, store photos, or create an album, but there is a charge to print an album. Bring an email address and 10-20 favorite photos, in JPEG format, saved on a flash drive. April 19 & 21 from 6-9 p.

WITC Fee $30 or Sr Fee (62+) $17.25.

Pre-register for this class through WITC, www.witc.edu or 1-800-2439482 ext 4221. Class # 26088 Catalog #60-107-607

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Wild Mushrooms: Spring Edibles: Learn to identify, harvest and prepare wild morel mushrooms.

Identify all forms of true and false morels as well as how to prepare them for the table. We will also discuss Oyster mushrooms and Pheasant's Back mushrooms along with several edible spring plants. April 26 & 28 from 5:30-8:30 p. WITC Fee $23.76 or Sr Fee (62+) $4.50. Pre-register through WITC - call 1-800-2439482 x4221 or go online www.witc. edu. Class #25674 Catalog #42-806410.

SPELMANSLAG is coming to Amery, co-sponsored by 'For Alltid Svensk' the Amery Area Swedish Club on Sunday, April 24 in the Amery High School Auditorium at 2:00 pm. Tickets: $10 available from Chet Johnson Drug, Bremer Bank and at the door. The ASI Spelmanslag is the fiddling group of the American Swedish Institute in Minneapolis, Minnesota. They play the traditional folk music of Sweden, primarily from the region of Dalarna and includes traditional dance tunes such as waltzes, schottisches, and polskas. Sweden's tradition of fiddle music goes back hundreds of years as well. Swedes say they have a tune for every occasion from weddings, baptisms, and funerals to dances, feasts, and holidays. For more information about the group, visit asispelmanslag.org

The man or lady that you seek To find out how to make or speak, Learn of aesthetics or technique, Growth, entertaining reads.

The treasure that is kept on hand To meet the public needs is planned, By a warm, well-versed team leader manned, Serving community.

To education needs enhance With knowledge of the world’s expanse, Background to increase the chance Thoughts emerge materially.

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Amery High School Term III Amery Middle Honor Roll for 2015-2016 School Quarter Grade 12 A Honor Roll: Margaret Armbrust, Konrad Becker, Jonathan Benitez, Johannes Bjorge, Alicia Cran, Meikah Dado, Erica Elmer, Peter Elwood, Kolten Espinosa, Brittany Estes, Katlyn Fouks, Timothy Fredrick, Richard Grathwohl, Erika Heiden, Elizabeth Hutchens, Flora Ilazi, Jack Ince, Jillian Jensen, Hannah Julson, Kellie Kjeseth, Emily Klitgard, James Lindquist, Turner Luke, Kaitlyn McKee, Elli Meagher, Alicia Monson, Elijah Newton, Samantha Otis, Mykaela Otto, Bennett Paulson, Braeden Rimestad, Brett Schulte, Brendon Schultz, Chyanne Schutts, Ashley Simonson, Andrew Smith, Lilly Soderberg, Carly Stephenson, Hailey Streich, Nathan Thompson, Cody Thomsen, Jared Utecht, Matthew Wanless, Meng Zhao.

B Honor Roll: Devin Austad, Alana Briseno, Seth Bryan, Connor Cockroft, Hannah Fornengo, Benjamin Grimsby, Dawn Hughes, Kaylie Johnson, Madison Johnson, Marissa Johnson, Janessa Kelly, Hunter Marko, Corey Moore, Tanner Mortensen, Robert Ollig, Kylee Olson, Ethan Panek, Peter Place, Beryn Scott, Cody Silbernagel, Jami Sorensen, Christopher Springett, Kara Standaert, Kyle Trandum, Riley Walz.

Grade 11 A Honor Roll: Seth Amundsen, Brittany Anderson, Keeley Brown, Lane Christensen, Thomas Christensen, Jack Collins, Sabin Coy, Lillian Elmer, Ruth Elmer, Tayler Elwood, Gabrielle Fredrick, Isaac Gorres, Brianna Iverson, Cole Jakupciak, Jakob Kastanek, Johanna Knutson, Brice Korf, Kaitlyn Krarup, Esmee Luchtenburg, Bethany Marquand, Connor McBrayer, McKenna Meyer, Elizabeth Monette, Kayla Olson, Carl Oman, Dalton

Rademaker, Craig Richter, Anthony Riemenschneider, Jacob Robertson, Tristen Robole, Elizabeth Rosenbush-Jonns, Allison Schleusner, Austin Sigsworth, Shayan Tavanae, Brianna Wundrow.

B Honor Roll: Samuel Black, Holly Brickel, Griffin Bryan, Roccoco Chick, Thomas Christenson, Kody Dudgeon, Maximillion Goulet, Ryan Heiss, Julianna Jeska, Dylan Johnson, Hope Johnson, Allie Karpenske, Meghann Knight, Trevor Kush, April Lindberg, Emily Maier, Gracie Martin, Madeline Matter, Tyler McKenzie, Eric Medina, Dani Meyer, Maximillian Meyers, Ruben Moreno, Tyler Nichols, Philip Peterson, Chloe Porter, Damion Posey, Summer Schultz, Joceyln Smith, Molly Vincent, Mitchell Waalen, Shawn Waalen, Noah Zinn.

Grade 10 A Honor Roll: James Baillargeon, Alexis Beese, Katelin Bensen, Mackenzie Carlson, Myah Carlson, Dylan Clausen, Emma Curtis, Alexa Dieckman, Adrianna Dietrich, Sawyer Dodge, Adam Doroff, Cheyenne Edwards, Michaela Erickson, Megan Garves, Grace Grimm, Jenesis Gustafson, Bennett Hellie, Alliana Hoyer, Jude Ingham, Krista Jensen, Maxwell Johnson, Sylvie Johnson, Mitchell Kastanek, Bergan Kjeseth, Allison Klitgard, Alyssa Koehler, Annie Lorsung, Myron Marko, Ryan McBrayer, Chase Measner, Deanna Meyer, Wencke Rode, Camden Smith, Duane Stine, Brett Swanson, Zachary Swenson, Ryan Van Blaricom, Ashley VanSomeren, Kallie Weisenbeck, Cameryn White.

B Honor Roll: Daniel Beach, Elexis DiCosimo, Lila Evans, Samuel Fornengo, Madison Gates, Isaac Hanson, Job Hutch-

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Grade 9 A Honor Roll: Casey Anderson, Alyssa Antolak, Celia Becker, Joshua Bohn, Mason Bosley, Olivia Braaten, Gabrielle Brandt, Jonathon Byrnes, Alexis Castorena Gonsalez, Kaylee Chick, Amari Conner, Marlee Dietrich, Greta Eggert, Brett Forrest, McKenzie Gamache, Rachel Ganje, Dayne Gehrman, Sarah Gilbertson, Mason Goulet, Madelyn Granica, Maddisen Grimm, Alexis Grundner, Lance Hiltner, Dalton Johnson, Kacey King, Isobel Koenig, Matthew Krahulec, Reece Kulzer, Abigayle Marko, Daniel Marquand, Katie Meck, Belle Meyer, Emma Novak, Shannon Olson, Allison Oman, Andrew Otto, Mikayla Peterson, Olivia Peterson, Sophia Porter, Noah Rademaker, Abigail Schmidt, Canyon Schwartz, Morgan Starling, Addison Tollakson, Nicholas Tryon, Noah Ward, Essie Whitehead, Hannah Zinn.

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Grade 8 A Honor Roll: Jordan Bader, Jens Bjorge, Abigail Braaten, Elizabeth Braaten, Morgan Brotzel, Pake Brown, Andrew Carlson, Hailey Clausen, Michael Collins, Allison Dahlberg, Zachary de la Cruz, Halie DeRosier, Amanda Edwards, Julia Engebretson, Nicholas Erickson, Cora Greene, Bailey Johnson, Kelsey Johnson, Laura Kastanek, Chloe Keller, Matthew Knutson, Kenneth Lepak, Grady Martin, Drew Meyer, Mackenzie Mike, Lydia Monson, Ethan Mork, Dong Nguyen, Andrew Prindle, Ella Schmidt, Annika Schwartz, McAdam Smith, Dylan Thomsen, Miles Troff, Carli Vincent.

B Honor Roll: Jack Alton, Alyssa Anderson, Trent Andren, Grace Belz, Jaimie Bezhani, Caleb Bleskacek, Emma Bottolfson, Corey Brune, Henry Budke, Samantha Cavaco, Samantha Crosby, Brady Dosch, Claire Flanum, Gilberto Flores, Taylor Foeller, Lauryn Frederick, Alexyss Gates, Liliana Graber, Brennan Hansen, Jackson Henningsgard, Levi Ingham, Fletcher Kjeseth, Carmen Klugow, Rayna Lee, Bailee Lombardo, Christopher Lorsung, Alexa Luedtke, Jackson Mahoney, Megan Marquand, Ellie Miller, Asher Mizejewski, Jackson Moulton, Chloe Olson, Olivia Pettersen, Ayla Russell, Matthew Setzer, Zachary Sobczak, Brandi Swager, Dominic Warren, August Wentz, Alexis Wilcox, Emma Wolf, Kameron Zmuda.

Grade 7 A Honor Roll: Sydney Bosley, Hannah Bottolfson, Nicholas Bush, Lidia Curtis, Allena de la Cruz, Alexis Engelking, Anna Ganje, Drew Granica, Madilyn Heinn, Emilie Koenig, Josie Krueger, Mary Mallum, Megan Novak, Jacob Oman, Samuel Otto, Derek Rademaker, Zachary Silvis, Bailey Snyder, Allison Stauner, Lilly Streich, Keaton Tollakson, Paighton Tyman, Hannah VanSom-

eren, Sophia Whitley, Ella Williamson.

B Honor Roll: Mitchell Baillargeon, Joseph Bohn, Makaylaa Cassavant-Bloom, Gracie Cran, Lucy Curtis, Owen Dodge, Kari Eggert, Hannah Elmer, Jabin Friberg, Sarah Garves, Nicholas Hahn, Brandyl Harlander, Jenna Hendrickson, Jana Hinz, Isabella Jicinsky, Chase Jonns, Luke Julson, Rebecca Kegley, Timothy Kelling, Riehle Kulzer, Wyatt Luchtenburg, Alize’ Olson, Kelsey Oman, Megan Osero, Sydney Peterson, Tanner Rankin, Abbe Starr.

Grade 6 A Honor Roll: Robert Beese, Lana Belz, Reese Benware, Raina Bryan, Breanna Burstad, Marisaa Cassavant-Bloom, Angie Castorena Gonsalez, Leo Drews, Mara Fulton, Aaron Gilbertson, Courtney Glenna, Ella Gould, Victoria Greene, Zoe Gustafson, Asher Ingham, Seraphina Johnson, Samuel Kelling, Michael Lepak, Jonathan Lorsung, Kole Marko, Jessica Miller, Madison Moulton, Bryauna Ralidak, Jack Smestad, Madeline Thompson, Alexa Thorsheim, Joseph Wentz, Dayton White, Madison Will, Jacob Young, Aidan Ziegler.

B Honor Roll: Austin Anderson, Kira Anderson, Luke Carr, Victoria Collins, Dylan Cone, Danielle Crosby, Kaylee Daeffler, Charles Flanum, Molly Fulton, Mitchel Gamache, Clarissa Garaas, Tyler Gomoll, Bryn Gouker, MyKenzi Gumulauskas, Samuel Hacken, Iris Hegarty, Kayli Heiss, Emalee Henricks, Hannah Hiltner, Kylie Holloman, Austin Holmberg, Asa Hoyer, Preston Jones, Crystal Livingston, Lorali Madsen, Gavin Melberg, Deidra Meyer, Simon Panek, Samantha Ross, Elaina Russo, Austin Schleusner, Hailey Schoeberl, Chance Schroeder, Cody Scribner, Zachary Sorensen, Robin Spanyard, Rylee Thompson, Remington Viebrock, Justin Walter, Montana Weeks, Otto Whitley.

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Sustaining Member Recognized Amery Area Community Center Board Members Carl Johnson (left) and Bill Hegg (right) present a Certificate of Appreciation to Gail and Jerry Tessman for being a Sustaining Partner of the Amery Area Community Center.

USDA Reminds Producers of Conservation Compliance WASHINGTON, D.C., April 11, 2016 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reminds farmers that the 2014 Farm Bill requires producers to file a Highly Erodible Land Conservation and Wetland Conservation Certification form (AD1026) with the Farm Service Agency (FSA), in order to become or remain eligible for many USDA programs and for crop insurance premium support.

USDA The Polk County United States Farm Service Agency Department (FSA) reminds producof Agriculture ers and landowners that Aaron Moore they are required to have a conservation system in place on all highly erodible land (HEL). This plan is designed to retain organic material in the soil and reduce soil loss as a result of erosion.

Renting new cropland, purchasing new land, creating new fields, changing

crops, and changing or removing existing conservation practices can result in compliance issues.

Conservation Compliance also protects wetlands. In addition, it is important that producers and landowners contact FSA before modifying, tilling, draining, dredging, filling or leveling any wetland or drainage ditches.

Failure to obtain advance approval for any of these activities can result in loss of all federal payments, program eligibility, including federal crop insurance premium subsidy support.

Participants are encouraged to contact Polk County FSA county office in advance of taking any of the above actions to update or complete a Form AD1026. Making requests in advance will ensure timely processing.

Producers or landowners who would like more information or have questions about conservation compliance may contact Polk County FSA at (715) 4853138 or visit www.fsa.usda.gov.

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will become a habit and you’ll want to keep it up.

1. It’s raining. Now what? Life happens, and you will experience an unexpected expense at some point. With your accessible emergency fund on the ready, you will no longer need to worry about how you will cover the cost or become tempted to use a credit card or other means to cover the expense. Simply withdraw or transfer the needed funds from your emergency fund to your checking account and pay what’s owed.

After that, since your emergency fund has taken a direct hit, build it back up since your budget has a monthly savings commitment. You will build your fund, use it only for true financial emergencies and then save up once again to restore its previous balance. Instead of being a paycheck away from financial ruin, you will find peace of mind knowing you have the funds to cover financial emergencies as they arise.

The ‘rainy day’ fund is a critical component of financial security. When you have a fund such as this on the ready, you will be prepared for a financial storm. When the storm comes your finances will not get dried up and destroyed. Instead, your finances will continue to blossom because you took the steps required to plan ahead.

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If you don’t have that amount already in your savings then start small.

Begin by quickly accumulating at least $1,000 in your rainy day/emergency fund. Do whatever you can to accumulate a stash of money as quickly as possible. Cut back on non-essential expenses, such as eating out and clothing purchases. You could even hold a garage sale or sell some items online. Be creative in finding ways to quickly build up your emergency fund. Stay disciplined and commit to only using the fund in a true financial emergency.

1. Create a plan. After you have a solid start to your emergency fund, create a budget that includes additional savings to fully fund it. Budgets represent a critical means to your financial security, and if you have never created one before, plenty of tips and tools can be found online to get you started. Find something that works for you, whether it’s a written or digital worksheet or a budget tool offered on your bank’s website or through a phone app.

The key is to create a budget, build in the monthly commitment to your emergency fund, and then to stick with what you’ve outlined in order to best manage your money. Once you’ve fully funded your emergency fund through budgeting, keep saving for something you will need in the future, or increase your retirement savings.

At this point, saving

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Rainy day funds keep unexpected storms at bay Accidents, natural disasters and tragedies happen every day in our world. They are unforeseeable events that can consume us with worry and devastation if we are unprepared to cope with them.

Think about your own situation. Are you prepared to cover a costly car repair? How about a furnace that suddenly needs to be replaced, or what about cash to get you by following an unexpected job loss? If you have not prepared for a financial ‘rainy day,’ take action now so your finances can flower tomorrow.

“Many times losing a job, becoming strapped with a major health expense or a house repair can seem like a disaster,” said Joe Buhrmann, manager of financial security at COUNTRY Financial®. “If we’re not on guard, they can put us in a poor financial position. What can be worse, is without a rainy day fund on reserve, we might tap into our retirement account, get a personal loan or use a credit card to cover our bases. More often than not, those poor choices can put us on even rockier ground.”

Three ways to prepare for a financial ‘rainy day’: 1. Start small. Set aside three to six months of living expenses in a highly liquid, easily accessible account such as a savings account

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Camping memories My first experience of sleeping in the great outdoors happened in Waalen’s pasture west of Amery.

Terry Waalen and I made plans to camp in Growing up his field, a lengthy distance from his house in Amery and away from the adult world. So there Loren Elkin we were, 40 yards from the Waalen house on a great flat spot. Careful to avoid heifer patties, we hauled the tent and other necessities, including firewood, that long trek.

My canvas umbrella tent bought from the Sears catalog, different from the accompanying photo, provided good shelter, except when it rained. It was heavy and it stunk of mold, but good enough for us on this summer night.

Roasted wieners on buns and baked beans scooped from the can became our evening meal, and now I remember why we went back to the house in one case.

Mustard. We had ketchup but no mustard, a necessity for survival.

In fact we must have gone back to his house 5 or 6 times because we forgot important survival items, but once we settled down about sundown we relaxed and enjoyed the lovely Wisconsin evening of late July. Around a fire. Nothing like the sight, smell, and feel of a campfire as night sneaks in.

Surprisingly enough, I don’t remember the sound of the train, the Soo Line headed into and out of Amery. We must have been 20 yards from the tracks. The rumbling of the train alone would have been jolting, and even worse the horn blast. No memories.

My little kerosene lantern let us see where our bedding and sleeping items lay, but when the lamp went off we talked long into the night. Strange noises

outside didn’t seem so bad when another person lay nearby. And if there were a creature of some kind, I had a 50/50 chance of being its victim. Sleep came easily, and I felt relieved when I saw the morning light of a new day.

I camped several times after that over the years, but the first overnight in a tent in a heifer field becomes my fondest tenting memory.

In the column on my mom and the Carlson neighbors, I mistakenly wrote

that it was the August Carlson farm. It was David Carlson, and thanks go out to a wonderful lady who wishes to remain autonomous and thanks to a friend who lives a mile north of that farm for correct names. The area north of Apple River Park School was called Carlson country, a number of Carlsons living and farming there.

Baling hay will be my next column, and thanks to so many who wrote about the essence of baling and about special memories. Might have to make it a twoparter.

Note on upcoming columns: I haven’t forgotten about John Starrett’s life, thanks so much for information about him, and I’m still going to get writing about Smoky Sylvester. I had a great talk with his son Steve at a funeral a few weeks ago.

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AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY Big Read in the St. Croix Valley This year’s Big Read in the St. Croix Valley title is John Steinbeck’s The Grapes of Wrath. In conjunction with other programming in the area, the library is hosting a vignette performance of the “Grapes of Wrath” with St. Croix Festival Theatre on April 16 at 11 a.m.

Author reading: Nickolas Butler Nickolas Butler, author of Shotgun Lovesongs and Beneath the Bonfire, will read from his work, April 30 at 11 a.m.

Play group First three Tuesdays in April at 10:30 a.m. Get your wiggles out and burn some energy. For ages 1 and up.

Lego club / Maker mind afternoons Up for a Lego challenge? Want to make a pipe cleaner ninja? After School Library Club meets on Thursdays, 3:30 p.m.—5 p.m. Bring a note from home to take bus #11 to the library.

Children under 8 years of age must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Preschool storytime Preschool story time is held every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. Interactive stories, songs and crafts are geared toward children aged 2-5 and a caregiver.

1,000 books before kindergarten and Baby

book bees Start your children on the path to loving books and reading right from birth. These two reading initiatives offer a chance for families to bond and ensure school readiness by reading books and completing various activities. Each program offers prizes at different levels.

Teen advisory board Open to 12-18 year olds, the Teen Advisory Board meets on the first Friday of each month, 3:45 p.m.—5:15 p.m., to plan events, talk about books and more.

Adult coloring Color your way to calm. Last Tuesday of the month at 5 p.m. Supplies and light refreshments provided.

Book discussion groups The Friends of the Library Book Discussion Group meets on the third Monday of the month at 1:30 p.m. to discuss general fiction and literature.

The Young Adult Book Club for Adults meets on the third Thursday of the month at 6 p.m. to discuss all of the awesome YA titles out there.

The Movie Book Club watches a movie based on a book on the first Thursday of the month at 4:30 p.m.; the book discussion follows on the second Thursday of the month at 4:30 p.m.

Tech help program

Have questions about using your computer, tablet, or mobile device?

Need some help with Microsoft Word or Excel?

The library offers tech help on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 4 p.m.—7 p.m. Help with basic computer skills is offered on Fridays, 10 a.m.—12 p.m.

Book sales The Friends of the Library Book Sale is held on the first Saturday of the month, 9 a.m.—2 p.m., and on the Thursday evening prior to the Saturday sale, 4 p.m.—7 p.m.

Friends The Friends of the Amery Area Public Library Foundation meets on the third Monday of the month at 4:30 p.m.

Meetings are open to all members and to the public.

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

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

Hours Library hours are Monday through Thursday 9 a.m.—7 p.m., Friday 9 a.m.—6 p.m., and Saturday 9 a.m.—2 p.m.

First-ever ‘Tour du Taliesin’ will help preserve Frank Lloyd Wright structure Wisconsin's Driftless Region has become a mecca for foodies, architecture buffs, and cyclists craving a challenge and a hearty dose of scenic beauty. Taliesin Preservation unveils a new ride inviting cyclists to explore a broad swath of Frank Lloyd Wright territory, starting and ending at his 800-acre Wisconsin River estate that will offer a challenging ride as well as a memorable gourmet experience.

Tour du Taliesin, which will take place May 22, features two different ticketing levels and two different route distances. The MASTER ($205 per rider) helps advance Taliesin Preservation's mission with a generous charitable contribution — and includes a Taliesin-designed bike jersey. The APPRENTICE ($105 per rider) supports Taliesin Preservation with a charitable contribution — and includes a pair of Taliesin-designed riding socks.

There are two cycle routes to choose from: The 38-mile ride and the 100-mile ride. The 38-mile ride covers 38 miles of paved roads with over 1,361 vertical feet of climbing. The 100-mile ride is a

true century ride and covers 100 miles of paved roads with over 6,245 vertical feet of climbing.

An after-party will be held at Tan-y-Deri Hill, which has resplendent views of Taliesin and some intimate

out-of-the-way areas of the estate. “We’re excited to be celebrating Frank Lloyd Wright’s built, natural, and cultural environments while engaging a whole new audience through Tour du Taliesin. Guests will enjoy a truly unique Wisconsin experience through great local food and great local architecture,” says Sarah Milestone, Director of Development & Marketing.

Enjoy local beer and seasonal fare, some of which are grown right here at Taliesin. A limited number of Taliesin House Tours are also available for an additional cost. (Advance reservations are required.)

In addition to riders, Taliesin Preservation seeks volunteers to assist with the event and to provide an extraordinary experience for the riders.

Space is limited. Please reserve your ride or sign up to volunteer online: taliesinpreservation.org Attractive sponsorship packages are available. Please call 608-588-7090 Ext. 221 for more information.

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Wisconsin traffic crashes killed 33 people in March In March, 33 people died in Wisconsin traffic crashes. Traffic fatalities last month were seven fewer than March 2015 and equaled the five-year average for the month of March, according to preliminary statistics from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT).

In terms of traffic deaths, last month was tied for the seventh safest month of March since the end of World War II. The safest month of March occurred in 2010 with 23 fatalities, and the deadliest March was in 1970 with 99 fatalities.

As of the end of March, 116 people have been killed in crashes including 11 pedestrians, three bicyclists and two motorcycle operators. Traffic fatalities as of March 31 were 16 more than the same period last year and 18 more than the five-year average.

"With the start of spring, it won’t be long before more bicyclists, pedestrians, motorcyclists and scooter riders will be traveling on Wisconsin roads. Drivers will need to watch for them, especially at intersections and while changing lanes or making turns," says David Pabst, director of the WisDOT Bureau of Transportation Safety. "Last year, 77 motorcycle operators, four motorcycle passengers, 55 pedestrians, and 15 bicyclists were killed in traffic crashes. To prevent deaths and injuries, drivers must eliminate distractions and pay strict attention to the other roadway users around them. For their part, motorcyclists, pedestrians, bicyclists and scooter riders must obey traffic signals and be extremely cautious in traffic. We all must share the road safely."

St. Croix Valley Foundation Event celebrates Centennial 2016 marks the 100th birthday of the National Park Service. Such a milestone provides the opportunity to reflect on the past, celebrate the present and anticipate the future of what has been called “America’s Best Idea.”

Join National Park Ranger Jonathan Moore on a journey spanning one hundred years and more than four hundred units of the National Park System, including the park in our very own backyard, the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway. Hear how the NPS will be connecting with the next generation of park visitors, supporters, and advocates through the Find Your Park campaign, and learn how you can get involved in this historic event!

Jonathan is a Park Ranger with the National Park Service at the St. Croix National Scenic

April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month Last year in Wisconsin, 94 people were killed in distracted driving crashes A hairbrush, a hamburger and a cellphone— all are harmless except when you’re behind the wheel of a vehicle.

"When drivers comb their hair while looking in the rearview mirror, eat a meal, or text message while driving, they are in fact distracted and in danger of causing a crash or failing to avoid one," says David Pabst, director of the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Bureau of Transportation Safety. "Trying to multi-task while driving is a recipe for disaster."

To remind people that they must give driving their undivided attention, Congress has designated April as National Distracted Driving Awareness Month.

"The dangers of distracted driving, also known as inattentive driving, are not exagger-

ated and are a growing threat to everyone on the road. Last year in Wisconsin, 94 people were killed in crashes in which at least one driver was listed as driving inattentively. In addition, 10,615 people were injured in distracted driving crashes in 2015," Pabst reports.

"That’s an increase from 2014 when 72 people were killed and 9,704 were injured."

To help motivate people to pay attention behind the wheel, WisDOT has produced new TV, radio and online messages that creatively highlight how distracted driving is entirely preventable. The video messages, featuring a new super-villain known as the "Distractor," also will be available on WisDOT’s Facebook and Twitter.

To help local communities combat distracted driving, WisDOT has allocated federal funding to support law enforcement task forces in Crawford, Grant, Iowa, Juneau, La

Crosse, Sauk, Waupaca, Portage and Wood counties.

In addition, WisDOT will continue to display messages warning about the dangers of distracted driving on electronic signs on major highways.

Pabst says, "Even though you may have a busy life and have thought about multi-tasking behind the wheel, it’s time to put a stop to distracted driving habits, which put your life and the lives of others in grave danger."

Although many actions are distractions while driving, significant public and legislative attention has been focused on talking and texting on cell phones. Wisconsin law prohibits texting while driving, and drivers with an instruction permit or probationary license, which includes many teenagers, are prohibited from using a cell phone while driving except in an emergency.

Riverway and the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area.

He is a native of southwestern Minnesota. He studied architecture, heritage preservation, and sustainable tourism at the University of Minnesota and is passionate about the stewardship of America’s special places.

The event will take place Wednesday, April 20 at the Grand Banquet Center in Stillwater from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The cost of the lunch and program is $17 and must be paid in advance to guarantee your reservation. Any payments received on the day of the event will be charged $20 a ticket, if seats available. Mail your check to SCVF, 516 Second St. #214 Hudson, WI 54016, or reserve online at www.scvfoundation.org/conversations-of-the-valley using a paypal account.

COLLEGE/HIGHER EDUCATION ACCOLADES Lee Inducted into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi BATON ROUGE, LA -- Rachel Lee of Clear Lake, Wisc., was recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines. Lee is pursuing a degree in Elementary Education at University of Wisconsin-River Falls.

Lee is among approximately 30,000 students, faculty, professional staff and alumni to be initiated into Phi Kappa Phi each year. Membership is by invitation and requires nomination and approval by a chapter. Only the top 10 percent of seniors and 7.5 percent of juniors, having at least 72 semester hours, are eligible for membership. Graduate students in the top 10 percent of the number of candidates for graduate degrees may also qualify, as do faculty, professional staff and alumni who have achieved scholarly distinction.

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Spring Sports section included in this issue, Spring Edition coming next week Spring…please quit playing tricks on us!

The frost on the ground and decorating my windshield with frost this morning has got to stop! By listening to the forecast for the week, Pounding we have a chance at some beautiful the weather…we will all Pavement welcome it with open arms. It’s amazing Pam Humpal how the weather can control how a person feels toward the day. It is proven that a person needs sunshine…bring it on!

“Meet Your Amery Business”…this week’s featured business is STONE CREEK CUSTOM INTERIORS. Owners, Dena and Darren, plus their staff are ready to be of service with your next remodeling project. They offer great design ideas including flooring, countertops, window treatments. Stone Creek Custom Interiors is located at RiverPlace Mall on the south end of Amery. Stop by and see their wonderful showroom.

On Thursday, April 21, Life Line Screening will be in Amery at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church offering screenings for cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, and other chronic conditions. For more information on these screenings please call 1-877-2371287.

Included in this issue is our annual Spring Sports Section featuring high school athletes from Amery, Clayton and Clear Lake. Thank you to the coaches, athletic directors, school personnel, and the athletes for your assistance with this special section. The start of this Spring season has been very challenging through the rain, cold, snow and wind to get their games and meets in. Good Luck to all area athletes with your season!

And speaking of Sports, did you hear the big news? The Brewers and Twins are not going to sell beer at their ballparks this year…they lost their openers! That was always one of my Mom’s favorite jokes. She enjoyed pulling that one whenever she could.

Next week, April 19, the Amery Free Press will publish our annual Spring Edition. It will include ideas for home improvement, lawn & garden, vehicle maintenance, decorating, and ways to enjoy the upcoming months. Area businesses interested in being a part of the AFP Spring Edition should please give me a call today at 715-268-8101. The deadline is Wednesday, April 13.

Happy Birthday this week to my niece, Julie, on April 13. Have a great day!

Also, Happy 14th Anniversary to my niece and nephew-in-law, Jeri and Kelly, on April 13. Enjoy your special day!

Have a great week…enjoy the beautiful, warmer weather!

Clayton School Honor Rolls

12th Grade—

High Honor Roll: Jake Anderson, Robert Bodsberg, Brandon Gilbertson, Mary Hoffman, Cammie Ketz, Kyle Kittelson, Abigail Markuson, Tiffany Moskal, David Nonemacher, Roberta Pearson, Joseph Tetner, Zackary VanHeuklom.

Honor Roll: Dahlton Johnson, Kort Lien, Kimberly Peetz, Owen Peterson, Beau Via, Scotty Zimmerman.

11th Grade— High Honor Roll: Dylan Anderson, Jensyn Bussewitz, Madysn Cardinal, Emma Denotter, Mackinzie Fall, Catherine Hoffman, Kaylee LaBlanc, McKenna Larson, Gabrielle Lien, Ashley Manske.

Honor Roll: Parker Cox, Brock Hojem, Benjamin Wojcik

10th Grade— High Honor Roll: Lydia Goerdt, Strider Houx, Anastasia Newville, Jayden Tetner.

Honor Roll: Austin Anderson, Casi Anderson, Kobe Berghammer, Brett Brabec, Arianne Dayton, Morgan Gilbertson, Bailey Graunke, Justin Judkins, Christopher Moskal, Kent Nonemacher, Avery Pippenger, Andrew Schradle, Sidney Wirth

9th Grade— High Honor Roll: Kiana Fall, Angelia Featherly, Marissa Gilbertson, Baileigh Juleff, Alison Leslke, Selena Levendoski, Alexandra Markuson, Cassandra Olson, Kaytlynn Vanda,

Surprise Your Favorite 2016 Graduate!

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Honor Roll: Jaedyn Bussewitz, Thomas Hoffman, Hailie Jeska, Brett Juleff, Kailey Ketz

8th Grade— High Honor Roll: Tyler Becker, Nathan Grant, Isabelle Magnuson, Noah Schradle.

Honor Roll: Morgan Brooks, Isabella Goerdt, Kassidy Koeppen, Tyler Magnuson, Savannah Nicolaisen, Anthony Pulczynski, Autumn Rivard, Katelyn Spanner, Olivia Zimmermanm.

7th Grade— High Honor Roll: Amanda Grant, Dillan Olson, Ryley Otto, Samuel Schradle, Gregory Tetner.

Honor Roll: Logan Juleff, Gunnar Lewis, Destiny Lundgren, Michael Magnuson, Deziray Micheels, Blaine Peterson, Amelia Pietz, Joseph Ryan, Abigail Schradle, Grace Schradle, Olivia Szobody.

6th Grade— High Honor Roll: Shane Bittorf, Rhea Bodsberg, Lindsey Coudron, Wyatt Goerdt, Camdyn Kahl, Alaina Rivard, Tierra Vance.

Honor Roll: Sabrina Douglas, Thomas Gitzen, Trooper Houx, Preston Jackson, Madison Munson, Benjamin Pietz, Gabriel Rosen, Cheyenne Schnell, Elijah Tetner, Jonathon Thomas, Dustin Vanda, Savannah Wahlstrom, Colton Zacharias.

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Storage Solutions, LLC 250 Digital Dr, Clear Lake, WI will sell the stored possessions of Michelle Ferguson containing corner entertainment center, wardrobes, tables, dresser, bed, framed prints, boxes and totes of miscellaneous on www.bid13.com.

Administrative Assistant

NEI Electric in St. Croix Falls, WI is seeking a detail oriented individual to fill a full time position for a growing company. Duties include: answering phones, creating documents, filing, scheduling meetings and other tasks as assigned. Successful candidate will have High School diploma, minimum 1-yr experience, Microsoft office experience required. Competitive salary, benefit package & 401K plan.

Molly 763-843-8766.

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

We are currently Hiring Nurse’s for casual hours LPN or RN

Various Shifts available.

Call today for more information or apply online.

Deadline to apply online: 4/29/2016

You must complete an on-line application to be eligible. For complete job description, position requirements, application, and details please visit our website at www.co.polk.wi.us, Employment Opportunities. AA/EEOC

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The School District of Turtle Lake has an Employment Opportunity Available for the Following:

Part-Time Custodian This is a school-year position requiring approximately 20 hours per week and reports to the Director of Buildings and Grounds. Approximate start date is April 25, 2016.

Summer hours may be available. Applications are available on our website under “District” and Employment” or by contacting the District Office at 715-986-2597. Application deadline is April 18, 2016.

Applications should be returned to: School District of Turtle Lake Craig Hohlfeld 205 Oak Street North Turtle Lake, WI 54889 The School District of Turtle Lake is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

FirstMerit Bank has a Part-Time Customer Champion I (Teller) position available in Clear Lake WI Qualified candidates will have superior client service skills and ability to function in a team environment, ability to meet or exceed sales referral goals, above average math skills, effective communication skills and be willing to work Saturdays. Cash handling experience is preferred.

FirstMerit Bank offers an excellent compensation and benefits package including dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) savings plan, paid time off and holidays.

To apply for this position, please visit our career center at www.firstmerit.com “An Equal Opportunity Employer” M/F/D/V

GENERAL LABOR F&A Dairy Products, Inc. is taking applications for part-time employment.

Great Work Schedule Weekdays M, T, W, F 4 p.m.-10 p.m.

Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Starting wage $9.50/hr.

Apply in person at

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WANTED: Pet Groomer/Stylist Experience required Full or Part Time available

Black Brook Boarding & Grooming Kennel 715-268-9149

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$490/month 715-268-2427 POSITION AVAILABLE Clear Lake School District Transportation Assistant / Elementary Medical Aide-Secretary Work in the Elementary School office 6-¾ hours per day when school is in session (181 day contract), plus some seasonal summer work.

Duties Include: Planning bus routes with Bus Director (July-August as needed), entering students in computer database, managing daily bus change requests, preparing driver handbooks, and preparing mileage calculation reports.

Administration of medicine and basic first aid to students, immunization record maintenance, and other student health-related duties.

Assist with secretarial duties as needed.

Requirements: Detail-oriented and accurate; strong computer and map skills; strong communication skills; and ability to work well with others.

Begins: Summer 2016 Send letter of application, resume, completed application, and references to: Chris Petersen, Elementary Principal Clear Lake Elementary School 135 8th Ave. Clear Lake, WI 54005 cpetersen@clearlake.k12.wi.us http://www.clearlake.k12.wi.us/ Application deadline is Friday, April 22, 2016 or until position filled.

Application forms available in all school offices and on the District website.

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Willow Ridge Healthcare is seeking CNA's to contribute to our fantastic staffing!

HOME HEALTH AIDE (CNA) CASUAL CALL (no evenings, holidays, or weekends)

Send resume and cover letter to: ADORAY Home Health and Hospice Attn: Teresa Harrington, Human Resources 2231 Highway 12, Suite 201 Baldwin, WI 54002 Call: 715-684-5020 or 800-359-0174; fax 715-688-6477 t.harrington@adorayhomecare.org (there is a dot between t &h) QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Satisfactory completion of training program or competency test for Home Health aide which meets the requirements of the State of Wisconsin Department of Health as well as Medicare (CNA).

2. Home health and/or hospice experience preferred.

3. Current Wisconsin Driver's license.

4. Name is listed on the Wisconsin and Minnesota registries as current and eligible to provide home health and hospice care.

5. Excellent communication skills.

6. Evidence of attendance of hospice training class or willingness to attend.

7. Believes in and has a working knowledge of the hospice philosophy of care.

8. Commits to work at least 18 hours per month to maintain competency.

9. Basic Computer skills.

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Maintenance Technician Trient Technologies Woodville, WI

Due to continued growth we have immediate openings for Maintenance Technician 1st shift SKILLS NECESSARY: •High mechanical aptitude, electrical and electronic troubleshooting •Pneumatics, PLC controls and PLC programming, welding and operating machine shop tools are a plus •2 years production mechanic education or equivalent trade school training •3-5 years work experience preferred Fast paced environment. Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package and clean work environment.

Interested candidates submit resume or application, with wage requirements, to: Human Resources, Trient Technologies, Inc., 480 Thompson Rd., Woodville, WI 54028; or email ekhamlj@trienttech.com.

HELP WANTED

Looking for full time Counter Person

Must have good customer service skills and have valid driver’s license, and clean driver record.

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Amery Auto Supply Inc. PARTS CITY AUTO PARTS 334 S. Keller Ave., Amery, WI 54001 715-268-7734

Balsam Lake Pro-Lawn is a rapidly growing Landscape, Lawn Maintenance and Retail Garden Center that maintains and installs sustainable landscapes in Northwest Wisconsin.

We are currently looking for experienced, dependable, hardworking individuals who would like to join our team!

WE ARE HIRING FOR THE POSITIONS LISTED BELOW: Please check out full job descriptions on our website balsamlakeprolawn.com under employment. Job applications available online.

Landscape Design/Build Foreman Landscape Design/Build Crew Member 715.485.3131 • 888.374.8894 WWW.BALSAMLAKEPROLAWN.COM

FOR SALE: 8 golf course lots located in Pondhurst, Amery, WI 54001

Part time Cashiers

Also available attractive rural building sites.

Will consider trade of other houses and real estate

Nights and weekends Must be 18 years old

SOME AGENT OWNERSHIP CARNINE REALTY Joe 715-222-1706 Cell 715-268-6336 Home

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Stop by to fill out an application today!

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

Are you looking for an employer who cares about you and the residents you serve?

THEN THIS IS THE PLACE FOR YOU! We are seeking multiple positions on our staff due to new positions created. Full or Part time PM (2-10) and Full Time NOC (10-6). We are also interested in those who may want to work a partial shift (4-8p). A great opportunity for students and full time workers who want a job on the side! If you really care about giving back to our elderly in a clean and open atmosphere, please contact us- you are who we are looking for! Competitive wages, health benefits, and employee parties are just a few of the ways we make working with us worthwhile!

To find out more, please contact Stefanie Holmberg at 715-268-8171 or stop in to pick up an application.

We look forward to meeting you!

ADORAY’S TREASURES FROM THE HEART STORE – OSCEOLA Adoray Home Health & Hospice is proud to announce the upcoming opening of its 4th Treasures from the Heart 2nd hand thrift store in Osceola, WI! Adoray’s Treasures from the Heart stores sell gently used goods and the proceeds support our Hospice and Home Health patient programs for the surrounding communities in Western Wisconsin.

ASSISTANT MANAGER – 20 HOURS PER WEEK (WEDNESDAY – SUNDAY, CORE HOURS 10:00AM – 5:00PM) The Assistant Manager of Adoray Home Health and Hospice's Second Hand Store is responsible for day-to-day operations of the second hand store as directed by the Manager. In particular, the individual assists in the development and implementation of necessary policies and procedures and implementation of financial procedures. The individual reports to the Treasures Store Manager and works closely with the Volunteer Coordinator and other store staff ensuring necessary functions are carried out with minimal duplication of effort.

QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Retail experience at the supervisory level required (3+years) and experience working in second hand sales desired.

2. Experience with inventory management of hard goods and soft goods.

3. Strong leadership experience with a focus on performance management, team building, and customer service.

4. Exposure to supervising volunteer staff desired.

5. Experience working with budgets .

6. Strong working knowledge of marketing principles and social media.

7. Business education preferred.

8. Excellent communication skills.

9. Excellent public relations and customer service skills.

10. Ability to work autonomously and make independent judgments.

11. Outstanding organization skills.

VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR – LESS THAN 20 HOURS PER WEEK (STORE OPEN WEDNESDAY – SUNDAY, CORE BUSINESS HOURS 10:00AM –5:00PM) The “Treasures from the Heart” Volunteer Coordinator oversees the recruitment, orientation, and scheduling of the volunteers for the 2nd hand store location.

QUALIFICATIONS: 1. High School diploma required, additional education preferred.

2. Two years related experience.

3. Retail experience preferred.

4. Excellent communication and organizational skills.

5. Ability to creatively problem-solve.

6. Leadership abilities.

7. Comfortable in working relationships with volunteers and staff who represent a broad spectrum of age, educational achievement and different elements of the community.

Interested candidates should send resume to t.harrington@adorayhomecare.org, or go online to www.adoray.org and download an application or fax information to the attention of Human Resources, 715-688-4444.

Adoray is an EEO employer.

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Comstock Creamery LLC. A division of Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery, a well-established company with over 100 years in the dairy business, is seeking an experienced, reliable, self-motivated professional to join our team as:

Licensed Cheesemaker Skilled - Licensed Cheesemaker â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Qualified candidates must: â&#x20AC;˘Be quality and safety oriented â&#x20AC;˘Excellent communication and leadership skills â&#x20AC;˘Knowledge and experience in SQF and Graders License a plus â&#x20AC;˘3+ years of cheese making experience. â&#x20AC;˘Current Cheesemaker license preferred â&#x20AC;˘Current pasteurizers license a plus â&#x20AC;˘Will perform and be responsible for all cheese manufacturing duties.

All applicants must have the ability to work and communicate well with others, work overtime, the ability to lift 50+ lbs.

For consideration please apply in person at 1858 Hwy 63 in Comstock WI. Or Email resume and cover letter . with salary requirements to: lynnb@eccreamery.net CHOSEN CANDIDATES MUST PASS A PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREENING. Comstock Creamery LLC is an EOE

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Looking to buy used canoes/kayaks If you have any stored in your yard that you are not using and interested in selling please contact me 715-781-1663 or ggarves@amerytel.net

Looking for side jobs Have a lot of experience in small concrete, house painting and yard work

YARD SALE

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SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE!

Call Tom at 715-554-0069

No early sales Cash only

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Looking for caring, reliable and motivated caregivers to join our team!

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SEASONAL WAREHOUSE WORKER

Kuryakyn, a leader in Aftermarket Motorcycle Accessories, is seeking energetic seasonal workers for our warehouse operation. Our seasonal employment usually runs from April to September. We are looking for candidates who enjoy working in a team environment that is exciting and fast- paced.

Candidates must be able to: â&#x20AC;˘Have exceptional attendance. â&#x20AC;˘Work extended shift hours and weekend work may be required. â&#x20AC;˘Unload containers; lifting 20#- 70# cartons steadily in a safe, fast-paced environment. â&#x20AC;˘Fill and complete orders accurately in a safe, fast-paced environment. â&#x20AC;˘Ensure shelves, racks, and bins are filled with merchandise to fulfill customer orders. â&#x20AC;˘Experience on a forklift, wave, or a scissor lift a plus. â&#x20AC;˘Pass a pre-employment background and drug screening test.

Qualified candidates should email their resume to HR@kuryakyn.com ; fax resume to Attn: HR 715-247-5978, or complete an application on-site; Kuryakyn 454 County Road V V, Somerset, WI 54025.

660 North 2nd Street New Richmond, WI

PLANT POSITION - FULL-TIME PLANT MAINTENANCE/ELECTRICIAN New Richmond, WI location General Summary of Job Position â&#x20AC;˘ Plan the layout, installation, & repair wiring for electrical fixtures, motors, equipment, circuitry, & control panels. â&#x20AC;˘ Install & run conduit & wire â&#x20AC;˘ Troubleshoot, edit, & update, & program equipment through the use of programmable logic controllers (PLCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s) â&#x20AC;˘ Able to read & write blue prints & electrical schematics. â&#x20AC;˘ Perform all work in accordance w/ the national Electrical code specifications. â&#x20AC;˘ Perform maintenance & repair of plant equipment & machinery. â&#x20AC;˘ Safety â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Must have a great safety attitude & exhibit a commitment to meeting safety expectations. â&#x20AC;˘ Must have your own tools. â&#x20AC;˘ Overtime mandatory during production period (July-November). â&#x20AC;˘ Company is open to all experience/skill levels that fall in line with the above work requirements.

Lakeside Foods offers competitive wages based upon skill, knowledge, experience and work ethic. This position also includes a full benefit package.

The company encourages & finances further education that is job-related.

All interested applicants can apply through any of the following options; in person, mail application, email application/resume, or fax to: Lakeside Foods 660 N. 2nd Street New Richmond, WI 54017 Attn: Erica Kunze, HR & Safety Manager Phone: (715) 243-7368 Fax: (715) 243-7356 Email: ekunze@lakesidefoods.com Equal Employment Opportunity Employer - M/F/D/V Application available on website at www.lakesidefoods.com

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Clear Lake Softball Back row, left to right, Sophie Warner, Autumn Ninke, Mattea Lutz, Lizzy Grahovac, Kate Petersen, Alyssa Roth.

Front row, Madeline Anderson, Halie Monette, Hannah Fitzer, Megan Zimmer, Chelsey Paulson , Kaysha Vinzant.

Hopes are high for rebound Clear Lake softball season

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

There’s plenty of room for improvement for Clear Lake's softball team after winning just two games last season. And improvement is just what head coach Ann Miner expects this year, as she’s set a team goal of making a top-three finish in league play.

Defending conference champion Northwood is expected to be good

again this year, but the Warriors have a few weapons of their own.

Pitcher Sophie Warner and catcher Hanna Fitzer have been working hard in the off season and are looking forward to showing what they’ve learned.

Despite a less-than-ideal season a year ago, Clear Lake finished strong, putting up a good fight in its playoff loss to state qualifier Glenwood City.

“With four seniors this year and three juniors, I expect big things from them,” Miner said. “We finished the season with a strong defensive (effort)."

The Warriors have been working on their batting, and coach Miner said she’s seeing improvement from all of the players. Assisting Miner are Alicia Strizuk and Jill Molls.

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Clear Lake Baseball Back row, left to right, Blake Johnson, Bailey Blanchard, Jordan Ramis, Cal Rosen, Hunter Levy, Nate Stepp, Noah Wieczorek, Tucker Bell, Ian Auckland.

Front row, Jack Peper, Aries Cogbill, Gabe Colbeth, Daymond Bad Horse, Zach Elmer, Nick Sempf, Christian Briesemeister.

Clear Lake baseball brings experience to the mound

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Clear Lake’s baseball team has a solid defensive foundation for the 2016 season as it returns its entire pitching staff from a year ago. That bullpen includes junior Jordan Ramis and sophomores Daymond Bad Horse and Cal Rosen.

“With the experience they bring back, we are looking to show improvement this year over last year,” said Clear Lake Head Coach Ryan

Blanchard. “We are returning five starters from last season, and many kids got varsity experience.”

Other returning letterwinners are senior Nathan Stepp, Christian Briesemeister, Ian Auckland, Noah Wieczorek and Gabe Colbeth.

Prairie Farm, Bruce, Cameron and Lake Holcombe/Cornell are all expected to have a shot at the conference title this season.

“We are hoping to compete ev-

ery night and continue throughout the year to improve and gain confidence,” Blanchard said. “With an improved defense behind our experienced pitchers we should be able to play with most of the teams in our conference. The X factor will be if we can hit with the top teams. We are hoping to finish in the top half of a competitive conference this year.”

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Clear Lake Girls Track Back row, left to right, Jazzy Christiansen, Abby Johnson, Kaylee Tolzman, Aubree Schramski, Reea Kannonmaa, Gina Strenke, Elaine Ulrich.

Front row, Emma Eggert, Montana Niles, Clara Pearson, Gabby Loenser, Aleena Krueger, Mallory Pigman.

Clear Lake girls bring strong distance game to the track

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Clear Lake’s girls’ track and field team is eagerly working towards another strong postseason showing as it begins the 2016 season. The Warriors qualified for sectionals in five events last season and return a good chunk of those athletes.

Looking for another shot at glory the 1,600-meter relay team missed its 2015 sectional opportunity due to injury, and Montana Niles aims to improve on a fifthplace sectional 1,600-meter run finish in which she stopped the clock at 5:46.43 at the end of her freshman season.

The 800-meter relay team of Chelsey Strenke, Elaine Ulrich, Jill Strenke and Emma Eggert placed ninth at last year’s sectionals with a time of 56.77 seconds.

Chelsey Strenke and Eggert also helped the 400-meter relay team, rounded out by teammates Kaylee Tolzman and Jill Solberg, to a 13th-place sectional time of 1:57.91.

Tolzman is the lone senior returning letter winner, while Eggert and Ulrich return for their junior seasons. Eggert is expected to be solid contributor in the 400 meter dash in addition to the relays while Niles has her sights set on a trip to state.

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ner is Clara Pearson. Pearson, who placed 13th in the sectional 3,200-meter run as a freshman with a time of 14:01, adds extra punch to the Warriors’ distance arsenal.

“We have a very talented batch of freshman to join our team,” said Clear Lake Head Coach Breanna Bohmke. “We are really looking forward to the mid-distance/distance runners and putting together a strong 4x800-meter relay and 4x400-meter relay.”

Clear Lake is looking to have strong competition from Shell Lake in the sprint relays and is excited to see how the two teams match up.

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Clear Lake Boys Track On the roster are Freshmen: Isaac Pearson, Korey Catts, Ed Garcia, Kincaid Hughes, Jackson Heibel, Evan Rogers, Croix Hughes, Jeremy Kuhn, Joe Espeseth, Brandtsen Laursen.

Sophomores: Josh Levra, Tom Knops, Mason Krueger, Rhett Steffen, Wyatt Hase, Conner Schramski, Sean Singh, Nathan Barthman.

Juniors: Andrew Renteria, Jake Doyle, David Benson, Cameron Fouks, Cori Engebretson. Seniors: Ian Ruble, Kyle Levra, Kevin Catts.

Clear Lake boys look to explode off the line

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Senior leadership will come from small numbers for the Clear Lake boys’ track and field team this season as it returns just two senior letterwinners in Ian Ruble and Kyle Levra. Luckily, there is a strong crop of young letterwinners returning for the Warriors. Back after solid sophomore and freshmen seasons are Jake Doyle, Cameron Fouks, Josh Levra, Rhett Steffen, Sean Singh and Conner Schramski.

The 2015 Warriors finished sixth at the conference meet and fifth at regionals while sending several ath-

letes to the sectional meet.

“We have three seniors on the team this year, and I’m confident that they will provide a lot of leadership as well as bringing their athletic ability to the team,” said Clear Lake Head Coach Kent Hughes. “I’m also expecting big things from a quality group of juniors and sophomores. We are fortunate to have big numbers in our freshman class, and I’m anxious to see their contribution to the team as well.”

The coaches have been impressed by team attitude and work ethic so far, which they feel will pay off as the season progresses.

Early in the season, it’s the sprints, relays and middle distance events where the Warriors will likely see the most success – as well as horizontal jumps. The throwing events still show a lot of room from improvement at this point.

Unity and St. Croix Falls are expected to be the teams to beat in conference action this year, but Coach Hughes said, “If we work hard and stay healthy, we have the potential to have a good team finish in the conference meet. My hope is to have several individuals and relay teams advance to the sectional meet,and, If we are fortunate, some state qualifiers as well.”

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Clear Lake Golf Back row, left to right: Carter Wienke, Nick Elmer, Seth Erickson, Hunter Brenne.

Front row, Alexis Cunningham, Camryn Lillie, Hayley Bruce.

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Clear Lake golfers have big expectations with fresh start

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Look for big things from Clear Lake senior Seth Erickson in the 2016 golf season. After qualifying for sectionals last year, Erickson will again lead his team on the links.

“He has great potential this year and has a goal of making state,” said Clear Lake Head Coach Rob Erickson. “This being his favorite sport, he has put the time in last year to get better and shore up the weaknesses in his game.”

Backing him up is sophomore Camryn Lillie who has made great progress and is expected to be Clear

Lake’s No. 2 golfer. She was the rookie of the year last season, and Coach Erickson is looking forward to her leading by the way she plays.

Nick Elmer comes off a season in the No. 5 spot where he was the team’s most improved golfer. He brings with him a strong athletic ability.

Ryan Anderson exceeded expectations as a new golfer last season and is capable of doing the same in 2016.

Coach Erickson said, “The goal for the season is to make it to sectionals as a team, and be toward the top of the conference as we got moved to the Lakeland West this year and have Unity, Luck/Fredric, Siren/ Webster, Grantsburg and St. Croix Falls. The weak-

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ness we have is the youthfulness of our team, but they have gotten better all last year.”

Grantsburg is the preseason frontrunner in the Lakeland West race, with the conference’s top golfer, Jordan Knutson. Unity is expected to be close behind.

“With the players we are returning, we should be able to push them and maybe put some pressure on leaders,” Erickson said.

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Back row, left to right: Emma Eggert, Kaylee Tolzman, Elaine Ulrich. Front row, Montana Niles, Clara Pearson.

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Returning Letter Winners for Clear Lake Boys Track Back row, left to right, Ian Ruble, Conner Schramski, Kyle Levra, Rhett Steffen.

Front row, Josh Levra, Cameron Fouks, Jake Doyle, Sean Singh.

Not pictured, Andrew Renteria.

Left to right, Sophie Warner, Halie Monette, Madeline Anderson, Autumn Ninke, Alyssa Roth, Mattea Lutz, Kaysha Vinzant, Hannah Fitzer.

Clear Lake schedules Baseball REMAINING GAMES Tuesday, April 12, 5 p.m. - Glenwood City at Clear Lake Friday, April 15, 5 p.m. - vs. Holcombe/Cornell at Cornell Monday, April 18, 5 p.m. - Flambeau at Clear Lake Friday, April 22, 5 p.m. - at Baldwin-Woodville Monday, April 25, 5 p.m. - Cameron at Clear Lake Tuesday, April 26, 5 p.m. - at Prairie Farm Friday, April 29, 5 p.m. - at Boyceville Monday, May 2, 5 p.m. - vs. Holcombe/Cornell at Clear Lake Thursday, May 5, 5 p.m. - at Flambeau Monday, May 9, 5 p.m. - vs. Prairie Farm at Clear Lake Tuesday, May 10, 5 p.m. - at Cameron Thursday, May 12, 5 p.m. - at Northwood Thursday, May 19, 5 p.m. - at Bruce Tuesday, May 24, 5 p.m. - at Elmwood

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Returning Letter Winners for Clear Lake Baseball Back row, left to right, Cal Rosa, Zach Elmer, Nate Stepp, Noah Wieczorek, Ian Auckland. Front row, Daymond Bad Horse, Jordan Ramis, Christian Briesemeister, Gabe Colbeth.

Tuesday, April 12, 4:30 p.m. - Invitational at Baldwin-Woodville Thursday, April 14, 4 p.m. Match at Siren Monday, April 18, 4:15 p.m. Meet at Clear Lake Friday, April 22, 4 p.m. JV Invitational at Shell Lake Tuesday, April 26 - at Shell Lake Tuesday, April 26, 4:30 p.m. Invitational at Baldwin-Woodville Thursday, April 28, Meet at St. Croix Falls Monday, May 2, 4:30 p.m. Meet at Unity Tuesday, May 3, 4 p.m. Invitational at Amery Tuesday, May 10, 4 p.m. Invitational Thursday, May 12, 4 p.m. Meet at Boyceville Tuesday, May 17, 3:30 p.m. Conference meet at Clear Lake

Softball REMAINING GAMES Tuesday, April 12, 5 p.m. - Glenwood City at Clear Lake Friday, April 15, 5 p.m. - vs. Lake Holcombe/Cornell at Lake Holcombe Monday, April 18, 5 p.m. - Flambeau at Clear Lake Tuesday, April 26, 5 p.m. - at Prairie Farm Monday, May 2, 5 p.m. - Lake Holcombe/Cornell at Clear Lake Thursday, May 5, 5 p.m. - at Flambeau Monday, May 9, 5 p.m. - Prairie Farm at Clear Lake Thursday, May 12, 5 p.m. - at Northwood Thursday, May 19, 5 p.m - at Bruce Friday, May 20, 5 p.m. - Birchwood at Clear Lake

Golf Saturday, April 9, 9 a.m. Invitational at Spring Valley Wednesday, April 13, 4:30 p.m. Siren/Webster at Clear Lake Thursday, April 14, Conference meet in Clear Lake Friday, April 15, 12 p.m. Invitational at Pheasant Hills Tuesday, April 19, Conference meet at Grantsburg Wednesday, April 20, 4 p.m. Match at Voyager Village Thursday, April 21, Conference meet at Siren Tuesday, April 26, Conference meet at Unity Wednesday, April 27, Invitational at Colfax Thursday, April 28, Conference meet at Frederic Friday, April 29, 1 p.m. Varsity game at Hayward Golf Friday, April 29, 1 p.m. Invitational at Bloomer Tuesday, May 3, Conference meet at St. Croix Falls Thursday, May 5, Conference meet in Clear Lake Tuesday, May 10, Conference meet at Grantsburg Monday, May 16, Conference meet at Luck/Frederic Tuesday, May 17, JV Conference meet at Unity Thursday, May 19, Conference Tournament at Turtleback

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Clayton/Turtle Lake Baseball Back row, left to right, Austin Anderson, Cole Herzan, Rob Bodsberg, Kobe Berghammer, Zach Van Heuklom, Caleb Peterson, Jonah Kahl, Carson Schneider.

Front row, Riley Bodsberg, Jack Swenson, Kyle Waite, Morgan Vinnie, Cameron Bodsberg, Dylan Anderson.

Clayton/Turtle Lake Baseball brings plenty of experience

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

With the return of two all-conference players and another seven letterwinners, the Clayton/Turtle Lake Baseball team is poised to improve on last season’s 12-8 record.

Leading the squad is senior all-conference shortstop/pitcher Cameron Bodsberg, who went 5-4 on the mound with a 3.8 ERA and carried a .353 batting average. Joining him is fellow all-conference senior catcher/centerfielder Zach Van Heulom who hit at a .483 clip last season and recorded five triples.

Senior Rob Bodsberg returns to first base with a .328 batting average. Collin Hoffman, who was 5-3 as a pitcher last year as a sophomore, brings with him a .301 batting average from the 2015 season. Hoffman also spends time at shortstop.

Senior centerfielder/pitcher Cole Herzan batted .262 a year ago.

Also returning are sophomore shortstop/centerfielder Kobe Berghammer, junior second baseman Kyle Waite, junior third baseman Caleb Peterson and junior third baseman/left fielder Jack Swenson.

Turtle Lake-Clayton Coach Jeff Luoma said his team’s goal is to get better night by night.

St. Croix Falls, which ended C/TL’s 2015 season in the second round of the playoffs is expected to battle Grantsburg and Unity for the top spot in the conference this season.

C/TL opened its season on April 5 with a home game against Pepin.

Note: All home games will be played in Clayton this year while the Turtle Lake baseball diamond is under repair.

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Clayton/Turtle Lake Softball Back row, left to right, Athena Hiemstra, Alison Leslie, Colleen Stanley, McKenna Larson, Cammie Ketz, Kailey Ketz, Jensyn Bussewitz, Taylor Schneider.

Front row, Theresa LaRue, Cassie Olson, Marissa Gilbertson, Mackinzie Fall, Jaedyn Bussewitz, Kiana Fall, Manager Rhea Bodsberg. Missing was Grace King.

Experienced Clayton/TL Softball team under new leadership

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Just one year removed from a trip to the regional finals the Clayton/Turtle Lake softball team is under new leadership. Taking over the coaching duties this season are Kevin Fall, Trent Nyhus and Corey Burghammer.

This team returns seven letter winners from last year, including all-conference pitcher McKenna Larson, all-conference shortstop Taylor Schneider and

All-Conference Honorable Mention third baseman Mackinzie Fall. Also included in that list are senior Cammie Ketz, junior Jensyn Bussewitz and sophomores Athena Hiemstra and Colleen Stanley.

Grantsburg, which defeated C/TL in last year’s regional final, is the league favorite again this year.

“They have a solid program with a very rich tradition of winning in softball,” said Coach Fall of the Pirates. “They are also a very well coached team.”

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“The team will return a solid core group of players that will provide experience and leadership, combined with some very skilled and athletic freshmen,” Coach Fall said. “The team will be very athletic and have good team speed.”

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On the roster for the 2016 season are Kaytlynn Vanda, Felicia Monio, Selena Levendoski, Thomas Hoffman, Brett Juleff, Sidney Wirth, Makayla Fagerlin, Kallie Johnson, Chris Moskal, Caden Torgerson, Colten Jansen, Kent Nonemacher, Tanner Walstrum, Brett Braebec, Kelcy Coleman, Ashley Manske, Catherine Hoffman, Liz Anderson, Mady Cardinal, Gabby Lien, Erik Bauer, Jared Beach, Brent Yeske, Mary Hoffman, Kelly Catlin, Kim Pietz, Joe Tetner, Jake Anderson, Tae Pellew, Kevin Prinsen.

Star-studded Clayton/Turtle Lake Track Team ready to set the pace

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Things are looking up for the Clayton/Turtle Lake Track and Field team, which returns 15 letter winners – 12 of which were sectional qualifiers last season.

Last year’s entire school record-setting 4x800-meter relay team of Makayla Fagerlin, Liz Anderson, Mary Hoffman and Kelly Catlin returns to lead this talented group of athletes.

Catlin and Hoffman are both seniors this season after qualifying for the 2015 sectional meet in both the 4x800 and 800-meter run. Hoffman was also a section-

al 4x200-meter relay qualifier. Anderson, now a junior, qualified for sectional meet in the 4x800 and 200-meter dash. Fagerlin also earned multiple qualifying spots at the sectional meet – in the 4x800 and 400-meter dash – as a freshman.

Other sectional qualifiers slated to compete for C/TL again this season include seniors Tae Pellew (4x400) and Jake Anderson (300-meter hurdles); juniors Eric Bauer (high jump, 4x400), Mady Cardinal (4x200, triple jump) and Catherine Hoffman (4x100); and sophomores Kelcy Coleman (4x100), Caden Torgerson (long jump, triple jump), and Kallie Johnson (4x100, 4x200).

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Bauer already has shown he’s ready to compete during the 2016 season after earning a first place finish at the Badger Small School indoor meet held at UWStout in Menomonie on March 19.

Coach Lori Catlin said the team’s goals this season include getting as many entries as possible into the sectional tournament, keeping athletes healthy, breaking personal records and building competitive relay teams.

The C/TL season continues April 12 in Webster.

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Back row, left to right, Catherine Hoffman, Makayla Fagerlin, Liz Anderson, Mary Hoffman, Kelly Catlin, Kallie Johnson. Front row, Kent Nonemacher, Caden Torgerson, Christopher Moskal, Jake Anderson, Erik Bauer. Missing were Kelcy Coleman, Mady Cardinal, Tae Pellew.

Back row, left to right, Cole Herzan, Kobe Berghammer, Zach Van Heuklom, Cameron Bodsberg, Caleb Peterson. Front row, Kyle Waite, Jack Swenson, Rob Bodsberg, Dylan Anderson.

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Returning Letter Winners for Clayton/Turtle Lake Softball Back row, left to right, Athena Hiemstra, Colleen Stanley, McKenna Larson, Mackinzie Fall, Cammie Ketz, Jensyn Bussewitz, Taylor Schneider.

Clayton/Turtle Lake schedules Baseball REMAINING GAMES Tuesday, April 12, 5 p.m. at Bruce Monday, April 18, 5 p.m. at Shell Lake Tuesday, April 19, 5 p.m. at Clear Lake Thursday, April 21, 5 p.m. vs. Siren at Clayton Friday, April 22, 5 p.m. vs. St. Croix Falls at Turtle Lake Monday, April 25, 5 p.m. at Grantsburg Thursday, April 28, 5 p.m. vs. Unity at Turtle Lake Friday, April 29, 5 p.m. at Cumberland Monday, May 2, 5 p.m. at Webster Thursday, May 5, 5 p.m. at Luck/Frederic Friday, May 6, 5 p.m. at Somerset Monday, May 9, 4:30 p.m. at St. Croix Falls Tuesday, May 10, 5 p.m. at Unity Thursday, May 12, 5 p.m. vs. Shell Lake at Clayton Tuesday, May 17, 5 p.m. Webster at Turtle Lake Thursday, May 19, 5 p.m. Grantsburg at Clayton Friday, May 20, 4 p.m. at Siren Monday, May 23, 5 p.m. at Prairie Farm Thursday, May 26, Regionals begin

Softball REMAINING GAMES Tuesday, April 12, 5 p.m. at Bruce Friday, April 15, 5 p.m. vs. Glenwood City at Clayton Monday, April 18, 5 p.m. at Shell Lake Thursday, April 21, 5 p.m. vs. Cameron at Clayton Friday, April 22, 5 p.m. vs. St. Croix Falls at Turtle Lake Monday, April 25, 5 p.m. at Grantsburg Thursday, April 28, 5 p.m. vs. Unity at Turtle Lake Saturday, April 30, 5 p.m. at Cumberland Monday, May 2, 5 p.m. vs. Siren/Webster at Webster Thursday, May 5, 5 p.m. vs. Frederic/Luck at Frederic Friday, May 6, 5 p.m. at Somerset Monday, May 9, 4:30 p.m. at St. Croix Falls Tuesday, May 10, 5 p.m. at Unity Thursday, May 12, 5 p.m. vs. Shell Lake at Clayton Saturday, May 14, 10 a.m. vs. Birchwood, Boyceville at Clayton Monday, May 16, 5 p.m. at Cameron Tuesday, May 17, 5 p.m. vs. Siren/Webster at Turtle Lake Thursday, May 19, 5 p.m. vs. Grantsburg at Clayton Tuesday, May 24, Regionals begin

Track Tuesday, April 12, at Webster Monday, April 18, 4:15 p.m. at Clear Lake Thursday, April 21, 4:15 p.m. at Frederic Tuesday, April 26, 4 p.m. at Shell Lake Thursday, April 28, 4:15 p.m. at. St. Croix Falls Monday, May 2, 4:30 p.m. at Unity Tueday, May 3, 4 p.m. at Amery Friday, May 6, at New Auburn Tuesday, May 10, 4 p.m. at Colfax Thursday, May 12, at Boyceville Tuesday, May 17, 3:30 p.m. Conference meet at Clear Lake

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Amery Tennis Back row, left to right: Mason Goulet, Konrad Becker, Max Johnson, Kolten Espinosa, Joe Marquand, Adam Doroff, Isaac Hanson, Zack Kjeseth.

Middle row: Tommy Oman, Cole Jakupciak, Corey Moore, Griffin Bryan, Jack Collins, C.J. Springett, Job Hutchens, Matt Wanless.

Front row: Johs Bjorge, Sabin Coy, Corey Grundner, Noah Zinn, Noah Rademaker, Daniel Marquand.

Amery tennis getting stronger

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The rebuilding process for Amery’s boys’ tennis team continues in 2016 with the addition of some new talent and experience.

“We hope to win more individual matches, resulting in opportunities to be more competitive as a team,” said Amery Coach Kevin Olson. “We’d also like to see players place well in our conference tournament and to make it through sub-sectionals to the sectional tournament.”

The Warriors had just one player place at the 2015 Middle Border Conference Tournament and Sabin Coy placed fourth at No. 2 Singles, but all Amery athletes finished last season in subsectional play.

Coy returns as a team captain for his junior season,

along with senior captains Kolten Espinosa and Corey Moore. “These guys have demonstrated they have the character and maturity needed to lead the team forward,” Olson said. ‘ Also back are senior Johs Bjorge, juniors Cole Jakupciak and Noah Zinn, and sophomores Isaac Hanson and Tommy Oman.

Although last year’s team finished 2-13 overall with a 1-6 Conference record, Coach Olson said. “This is an excited and motivated group of guys who enjoy being together, who like to compete, and who love the game of tennis.”

Have the experience of eight returning starters, won't hurt either. With just two spots to fill in the varsity lineup, competition will be stiff as the remaining 14 players battle for those remaining openings.

“You never know who’s going to fill those positions,” Olson said. “It could be last year’s JV players or someone new to the team. We’ll have to wait and see.”

While Altoona and Eau Claire Regis are expected to continue to lead the conference, New Richmond and Baldwin can’t be counted out.

“Last year, we were so inexperienced,” Olson said.

“We weren’t very competitive, but this year we should do better. We could finish more in the middle of the conference this year and should be even better next year.”

Amery opens the season on April 9 at the Baldwin-Woodville Invitational and hosts its first dual on April 26 against Baldwin-Woodville.

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Amery Golf Left to right: Thomas Christensen, Dalton Rademaker, James Lindquist, Ethan Panek, David Olson, Jakob Kastanek, Mike Smith, Jacob Mahoney, Parker Griffin, Peyton Eiynck, Noah Ward, Dylan Matter, Brice Korf, Tyler Peterson. Missing: Jordan Clark.

Amery golfers gunning for MBC Title, Trip to State

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Coming off third place Middle Border Conference and Regional finishes in 2015, Amery’s golf team is looking to step things up a notch and contend for the 2016 MBC title.

The Warriors’ lofty goals don’t stop there. They are also aiming to improve on last year’s 10th place sectional finish and claim one of the top two spots at this year’s sectionals, earning them a trip to the state tournament.

Working in their favor is the fact that all five starters are returning from last year’s team.

Thomas Christensen, who was the MBC Individual runner up as a sophomore last season, leads the charge.

In order to accomplish this year’s goals, the Warriors will need to improve their individual score averages across the board.

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quist. Pushing for a chance to join that starting lineup are junior Brice Korf and freshmen Tyler Peterson and Parker Griffin.

Coach Steve Wilhelm said, “We should be one of the top contenders with all five starters back of a team that finished third in the MBC last season."

Standing in the way of Amery’s high expectations are MBC rivals New Richmond, Somerset and Osceola.

The Warriors open their season April 8 in Prescott and host their lone home meet on April 25.

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Amery Baseball Front row, from left: Austin Von Doehren, Luis Rapalo III, Alec Stern, Jeremiah Sillman, Brett Forrest, Lance Hiltner, Casey Anderson Middle row: Brett Swanson, Camden Smith, Sam Fornengo, Adrian Troff, Connor Engebretson, Cameron Anderson, Ryan Van Blaricom, Myron Marko, Bergen Kjeseth, Dylan Clausen.

Back row: Shane Jonns, Dylan Johnson, Peter Elwood, Lane Christensen, Bennett Hellie, Mitchell Kastanek, Dalton Gilbertson, Hunter Kuhn, Chase Measner.

Not pictured-Bennett Paulson and Mason Spafford

Youth movement to boost Amery Baseball team With three returning letter winners, Amery Baseball Head Coach Jeremiah Fisk is looking for contributions from younger players and good defense to succeed this spring.

The Warriors were 8-13 last year, 4-10 in the Middle Border Conference. A 10-7 loss to Somerset in the first round of the playoffs ended the season last year.

Fisk hopes that the leadership of returning letter winners Bennett Paulson, Peter Elwood, and Lane Christensen will help build confidence in the younger players and help carry the team.

“As a sophomore, Bennett received All Conference recognition, I truly believe he will return to that level of play this year,” Fisk said. “Bennett's batting average last year was .333 with 12 stolen bases, he threw 47

innings last year, had a 4-5 record. Peter Elwood had 4 stolen bases with a fielding percentage of .875. Lane had a fielding percentage of .917 and scored 3 runs in limited time last year.”

Fisk looks for Paulson, Elwood and Christensen to lead the team. Austin Von Doehren, Dalton Gilbertson, Dylan Johnson, Mason Spafford, and Peter Elwood will all see time in the outfield this year. Lane Christensen, Sam Fornengo, Camden Smith, Hunter Kuhn, Chase Measner, and Bennett Paulson will be roaming around the infield. Ryan Van Blaricom and Brett Forrest will be catching and becoming full time utility players. Bennett and Lane will anchor the pitching staff, while Chase, Camden, Brett, and others will find time on the mound.

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“Our kids will work hard and scrap every game,” Fisk said. “We are a very young team that will need to put the ball in play.” Fisk believes the team will need to play very good defense throughout the year to be successful, including pitching.

Amery is hoping to finish in the middle of the pack in the conference race this season. Fisk believes Ellsworth and Prescott are going to have very good teams and potentially will be at the top of the conference giving Ellsworth the edge.

“New Richmond, Osceola, and St. Croix Central will be very competitive depending on starting pitching.

Baldwin has improved, and Somerset will always find ways to win some games,” Fisk said.

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Amery Soccer Back row, left to right: Kayla Olson, Hannah Zinn, Shayan Tavanae, Alexa Dieckman, Cami White, Michaela Erickson, Allison Oman, Olivia Braaten, Olivia Peterson, Jaden Ruud, Alexis Grundner, Natasha Heiss, Alexis Beese, Amaris Conner. Back row: Wencke Rode, Lilly Soderberg, Jillian Jensen, Janessa Kelly, Kaylie Johnson, McKenzie Ruud, Marissa Johnson.

Warrior girl’s on the charge

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery’s girls’ soccer team made huge steps in the right direction last season, more than doubling its win total from a year earlier and adding two ties to the mix. This year, the Warriors hope to continue traveling in the same direction.

We have great leadership from our captains, Jill (Jensen) and Kaylie (Johnson), and returners, Lilly (Soderberg), Janessa (Kelly), McKenzie (Ruud), Kayla (Olson), Shayan (Tavanae), Cami (White), Michaela (Erickson), Alexis (Beese) and Alexa (Diekman), and our new freshman have really fit into our team culture,” said Amery Head Coach Melissa Hanson. “We are excited for the season to get underway.”

One reason for that excitement is the return of one of the Middle Border Conference’s top forwards – all-conference honorable mention Kaylie Johnson.

“Kaylie finished the season second on the team in goals (13) and assists (eight),” Hanson said. “We had many players contribute and score goals last season, with a few getting their very first career goals, so we are excited to have many attacking options this year.

We also expect big things from members of our freshmen class.”

With tough teams like Superior awaiting the Warriors in conference play, one is sure to find competitive games across the board.

Coach Hanson is assisted by Nick Stewart.

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Amery Boys Track Back row, left to right: Mason Helbig, Duane Stine, Peter Place, Seth Amundsen, Brett Schulte, Jack Ince, Elijah Newton, Matt Goodrum, Sam Shakin, James Baillargeon.

Middle Row: Lance Waalen, Michael Anderson, Jacob Howell, Ridge Sigsworth, Mason Bosley, Dalton Johnson, Cody Thomsen, Max Goulet, Shawn Waalen.

Front Row: Canyon Schwartz, Coal Larson, Alexis Castorena Gonsalez, Andy Otto, Andrew Smith, Jude Ingham, Tyler Reichert, Dylan Eiynck.

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Amery Girls Track Back Row: (left to right) Celia Becker, Hannah Roe, Marlee Dietrich, Maddisen Grimm, Gabby Fredrick, Jenesis Gustafson, Alicia Monson, Liz Monette.

Middle Row: (left to right) KaleyJo Slack, Kara Standaert, Alana Briseno, Abby Marko, Olivia Jensen, April Lindberg.

Front Row: (left to right) Elli Meagher, Cheyenne Edwards, Kallie Weisenbeck, Addi Dietrich, Zoey Matthews.

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Star-studded Warriors looking for more big things on the track in 2016

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

It’s an exciting time for Amery Track and Field Fans as the Warriors have begun their 2016 season with the star power of six returning state qualifiers, including defending girls’ state 3,200-meter champion and state 1,600-meter runner up Alicia Monson.

Also included in the list of returning stars are Matt Goodrum, Seth Amundsen, Liz Monette, Cheyenne Edwards and Hannah Roe. Last year, the boys’ team placed third in the Middle Border Conference. This year, the boys have a young roster of 33 athletes. The 2015 girls’ quad placed fifth in the conference and now brings a small roster of 21

go-getters.

Coach Justin Schuh aims to keep the boys among the top three teams in the conference and move the girls up a spot to No. 4.

“The goal of the athletes is to improve daily and to show the improvement during competition with PRs throughout the season,” Schuh said. “The coach’s goals include athlete dedication throughout the season with proper nutrition and ‘focus’ to improve in practice, and that every athlete ‘finishes’ what they set out to do this season (achievement of personal goals). If these goals are accomplished our team will be successful!”

Also returning as team leaders are Kara Standaert, Eli Newton, Cody Thomsen, Brett Schulte, Sam

Shakin, Jack Ince, Jacob Howell, Peter Place, Alana Briseno and Michael Anderson.

“These are all athletes that are seniors and have been in track and field in the past,” Schuh said.

Osceola and New Richmond are the conference teams to beat in both the boys’ and girls’ arenas, but coach Schuh is interested to see how St. Croix Central will mix things up.

The Warriors opened the season with a pair of indoor meets in Menomonie and River Falls and begins the outdoor season on April 11 at Rice Lake. Their lone home varsity meet will take place on May 3.

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Amery Softball Front row, from left: Megan Garves, Erica Elmer, Katlyn Fouks, Hailey Streich, and Isobel Koenig.

Second row: Lilly Sigsworth, Lily Elmer, Ruth Elmer, Brianna Wundrow, Johanna Knutson, Dani Meyer, Molly Vincent.

Third row: Maddie Gates, Rachel Fouks, Myah Carlson, and Alyssa Koehler.

Back row: Laura Simonson, Belle Meyer, Cassey Moore, Abby Schmidt, Madelyn Granica, Maddie Jackson, Amber Hinz.

Amery softball pushing forward in 2016

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery softball has a long ways to go to become competitive in the Middle Border Conference after finishing last season with a 0-14 league record and 3-17 overall mark. But that isn’t stopping the Warriors from looking for that shining light at the end of the tunnel.

“Last year’s season was a learning and growing year,” said Amery Coach Tara Rose. “We didn’t see a lot of success in wins, but we played in many more close games and made big improvements especially offensively.

The 2015 Warriors improved their total homerun mark from 1 the previous season to 7 and also scored 38 more runs than in 2014 in the same amount of games.

However, they still saw their season end in the first round of the playoffs with a loss to Barron.

Statistical improvement won’t be enough to make them happy in 2016 as the Warriors strive to achieve

their first conference win in three years. With that being said, a fourth or fifth place conference finish would put smiles on the faces of the Warrior faithful. Coach Rose also has her sights set on hosting a first round playoff game.

This year’s team brings a lot of experience and improvement in the critical areas of pitching and hitting.

However, several players will be in new spots this season and won’t have varsity experience in those positions.

Senior first baseman Katlyn Fouks will be called upon to lead the Warriors again this season after earning all-conference honorable mention a year ago.

Fouks had the third highest batting average on the team last season and was a difficult batter to strike out.

Also back is all-conference honorable mention outfielder Myah Carlson, who led the team in batting average, home runs and extra base hits last year as a

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Coach Rose said there is a lot of competition for playing time this year, and she is looking forward to working with a great group of returners that include seniors Erica Elmer and Hailey Streich, and juniors Dani Meyer, Molly Vincent and Brianna Wundrow.

The squad also added some talented newcomers that will help push the team to get better throughout the season.

Baldwin-Woodville and Prescott are the 2016 Middle Border Conference preseason favorites, but Coach Rose expects her much-improved team to put up a good fight against both conference powers this year.

Amery opened the 2016 season at home on March 31 against Hayward and April 4 against Unity.

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Amery Spring Sports Schedules Boys Baseball Tuesday, April 12, 5 p.m. vs. Somerset in Amery Friday, April 15, 5 p.m. at Prescott Saturday, April 16, 10 a.m. Triangular with Glenwood City and Unity in Amery Tuesday, April 19, 5 p.m. vs. Osceola in Amery Thursday, April 21, 5 p.m. vs. New Richmond in Amery Tuesday, April 26, 5 p.m. vs. Ellsworth in Amery Friday, April 29, 5 p.m. at St. Croix Central Tuesday, May 3, 5 p.m. vs. Baldwin-Woodville in Amery Thursday, May 5, 5 p.m. at Somerset Friday, May 6, 5 p.m. at Grantsburg Tuesday, May 10, 5 p.m. vs. Prescott in Amery Friday, May 13, 5 p.m. at Osceola Tuesday, May 17, 5 p.m. at New Richmond Thursday, May 19, 5 p.m. at Ellsworth Summit Park Monday, May 23, 5 p.m. vs. Luck in Amery Tuesday, May 24, 5 p.m. vs. St. Croix Central in Amery

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Tuesday, April 12, 4:30 p.m. Match at Bristol Ridge Wednesday, April 13, 1 p.m. Invitational at Rolling Oaks Friday, April 15, 1 p.m. Invitational at Pheasant Hills Saturday, April 16, 9 a.m. Tournament at Bristol Ridge Monday, April 18, 4:30 p.m. Match at Krooked Kreek Wednesday, April 20, 4:30 p.m. Match at New Richmond Saturday, April 23, 9:30 a.m. Invitational at Lake Wissota Monday, April 25, 4:30 p.m. Match in Amery Tuesday, April 26, 4:30 p.m. Match at Pheasant Hills Monday, May 2, 4:30 p.m. Match at Ellsworth Friday, May 6, 1 p.m. Invitational at Hayward Golf and Tennis Saturday, May 7, 8:30 a.m. Invitational at Big Fish Monday, May 9, 4:30 p.m. Match at Hammond Thursday, May 12, 9 a.m. Invitational at Turtleback Tuesday, May 17, 9 a.m. Match at Pheasant Hills

Tuesday, April 12, 5 p.m. vs. Frederic at Amery high school field Thursday, April 14, 5 p.m. vs. New Richmond at Jorgenson field in Amery Tuesday, April 19, 5 p.m. vs. Baldwin-Woodville at Jorgenson in Amery Thursday, April 21, 5 p.m. at Prescott Friday, April 22, 5 p.m. vs. Ellsworth at Jorgenson field in Amery Tuesday, April 26, 5 p.m. vs. Osceola at Jorgenson field in Amery Thursday, April 28, 5 p.m. at St. Croix Central Monday, May 2, 5 p.m. vs. Somerset at Jorgenson field in Amery Tuesday, May 3, 5 p.m. at New Richmond Thursday, May 5, 5 p.m. vs. Baldwin-Woodville at Millpond Park Friday, May 6, 5 p.m. at Grantsburg Tuesay, May 10, 5 p.m. vs. Prescott at Jorgenson field in Amery Thursday, May 12, 5 p.m. at Ellsworth Friday, May 13, 5 p.m. at Osceola Tuesday, May 17, 5 p.m. vs. St. Croix Central at Jorgenson field in Amery Thursday, May 19, 5 p.m. at Somerset

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Tuesday, April 12, 4 p.m. Meet at River Falls Thursday, April 21, 4:15 p.m. Match at Eau Claire Regis Tuesday, April 26, 4:15 p.m. Match vs. Baldwin-Woodville at Amery HS courts Saturday, April 30, 9 a.m. Invitational at Baldwin-Woodville Tuesday, May 3, 4:15 p.m. Match at New Richmond Saturday, May 7, 9 a.m. Quad at New Richmond Tuesday, May 10, 4:15 p.m. Match at Osceola Thursday, May 12, 4:15 p.m. Match vs. Altoona in Amery HS Courts Tuesday, May 17, 9 a.m. Tournament at New Richmond Monday, May 23, 9 a.m. WIAA Regional at Baldwin-Woodville

Monday, April 18, 4:15 p.m. Meet at Clear Lake Thursday, April 21, 4:15 p.m. Invitational at Frederic Tuesday, April 26, 4:30 p.m. Invitational at Baldwin-Woodville Thursday, April 28, 4 p.m. Invitational at Fuller-Symes Field Tuesday, May 3, 4 p.m. Invitational at Amery Friday, May 6, 3:30 p.m. Meet at New Richmond Tuesday, May 10, 4 p.m. Invitational at Rice Lake Thursday, May 12, 4:15 p.m. Meet at Glenwood City Tuesday, May 17, 4 p.m. Tournament at Ellsworth Monday, May 23, 4 p.m. WIAA Regional at Osceola

Girls Soccer Tuesday, April 12, 4:30 p.m. at Baldwin-Woodville, Millpond Park field Thursday, April 14, 5 p.m. vs. Altoona in Amery Friday, April 15, 5 p.m. vs. Eau Claire Regis in Amery Tuesday, April 19, 4:30 p.m. at Superior Thursday, April 21, 4:30 p.m. at Spooner Monday, April 25, 4:30 p.m. at New Richmond Tuesday, April 26, 4:30 p.m. at Somerset Tuesday, May 3, 4:30 p.m. vs. Hayward in Amery Thursday, May 5, 4:30 p.m. at Barron Area schools Friday, May 6, 4:30 p.m. vs. Osceola in Amery Monday, May 9, 4:30 p.m. vs. Baldwin-Woodville in Amery Thursday, May 12, 4 p.m. vs. Superior in Amery Tuesday, May 17, 4:30 p.m. vs. Spooner in Amery Thursday, May 19, 4:30 p.m. vs. Somerset in Amery Tuesday, May 24, 4:30 p.m. vs. New Richmond in Amery Thursday, May 26, 5 p.m. at Osceola Friday, May 27, 4:30 p.m. at Hayward Tuesday, May 31, 4:30 p.m. vs. Barron Area schools in Amery

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