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ing that dance instructor Holly Hutchens is still waiting for as she watches her niece Amanda struggle with the grips of drug addiction, and her sister Wendy’s powerlessness to help her own child. It’s a story all too familiar for many families.

Hutchens is the owner of Karar Academy, a Hebrew word

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (DOT) has a variety of local road construction projects planned for the summer of 2017, some less inconvenient than others.

Among the simpler projects listed will be a culvert replacement for a Lake Magnor tributary north of Clear Lake on U.S. Highway 63 and a resurfacing of Highway 46 between Amery and U.S. Highway 8. Both will likely begin in June according to DOT officials.

Four larger projects aim to address significant crash histories and safety concerns, including two on Highway 65 that could begin as early as next month.

One will completely detour a .57 mile stretch of Highway 65 near 40th Avenue beginning as soon as May 15 and lasting through August. The DOT plans to completely reconstruct the segment of curvy highway to increase lane and shoulder width, increase visibility around curves, and improve overall mobility and safety through the stretch.

The DOT also plans to reconstruct the Kennedy Mill intersection of U.S. Highway 65 located two miles south of U.S. Highway 8. What is now a slow, 10 Mile Per Hour ninety-degree curve will become a ‘T’ intersection with a yield in the southbound direction and a full stop sign going northbound.

Total cost of both projects is estimated to be $1.3 million.

Balsam Lake residents and commuters will see work at the intersection of U.S. Highway 8 and Highway 46 North. The right turn lane from Highway 8 westbound onto Highway 46 North

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Grace Torgerson (right) portrays a mother whose daughter (left, Mary Mallum) struggles with addiction in an original ballet called ‘Pursuing the Prodigal.’ The ballet, based on a true story, was written by Karar Academy’s Holly Hutchens. A free performance sponsored by East Lincoln Alliance Church will be held at the Amery High School Auditorium on Sunday, April 23 at 4 p.m.

‘Prodigal’ returns with powerful message

BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

In the parable of the prodigal son, a young man abandons his father and brother and leaves the country after being given his inheritance. He wastes the money on extravagant things, ending up desperately poor and hungry. De-

spite the disapproval of his brother who never left their father, the prodigal son is welcomed back home with open arms and unconditional love.

The story as told within Luke 15: 11-32 is a timeless lesson that a parent’s love, like God’s love, is unending and boundless no matter what we’ve done wrong.

That return home is an end-

giveBIG launches Selfless Selfie campaign

BY SUZANNE LINDGREN EDITOR@OSCEOLASUN.COM

To many, the selfie is irredeemably synonymous with narcissism. But this year the organizers of giveBIG St. Croix Valley are hoping to use the popular form of snap and share self-portraiture to inspire something else: be-

nevolence.

“We’re promoting a Selfless Selfie this year,” said Sue Gerlach, director of the Osceola Community Health Foundation, which hosts giveBIG St. Croix Valley. “Everyone seems to love taking selfies, so we’re capitalizing on that.”

Here’s how it works. After giving to

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the charity of their choice, donors are invited to print a template from the giveBIG St. Croix Valley website (click “Get Involved” on the homepage for templates and instructions).

“You can handwrite the name of the organization you love on the template,” Gerlach explained, “then take a selfie holding your sign and post it to Face-

book, Twitter, Instagram or whatever social media platform you use.”

Those who add the hashtag #giveBIGSCV to their post will also show up on a “tagboard” on the giveBIG website.

Organizers hope the celebration of giving will help them reach a big goal: SEE GIVE PAGE 2A

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DANCE: Local students portray one family’s struggle with addiction in free performance

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Elizabeth Hutchens (right) and Grace Torgerson (left) in a scene from ‘Pursuing the Prodigal.’

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for dance, and a culmination of Hutchens’ passions for both dance and faith.

“We don’t hide the fact that we teach God here,” says Hutchens. She opened the studio to give young students a positive place to grow in their talents.

While the beauty of dance can manifest in many different forms, Karar students are

proving that an important part of beauty comes from within, and it’s showing in the work that they do.

Four of Hutchens’ eldest students have formed their own company and travel across the Midwest performing for churches and groups. One of their pieces, titled ‘Pursuing the Prodigal,’ is a very touching rendition of Wendy and Amanda’s true story.

It’s a ballet of a different sort,

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written and choreographed by Hutchens herself. It breaks the rules, adding narration, props, and set pieces to music.

Next week the general public will be able to see ‘Pursuing the Prodigal’ for the first time during a free showing at the Amery High School auditorium. The performance is sponsored in part by East Lincoln Alliance Church.

Not only will local audiences have the opportunity to watch an incredibly powerful ballet, but also a touching story of a mother and daughter whose addiction and faith intertwine.

Hutchens’ sister Wendy is played by Grace Torgerson, and Wendy’s daughter Amanda is played by Mary Mallum.

Elizabeth Hutchens and Emily Snider play the roles of Wendy’s friends and family.

Hutchens had hoped that someday the story would have a happy ending, but it’s one they’re still waiting for. The struggle continues even today.

“It’s very ugly right now,” she says. Hutchens describes the heartbreak of sitting with her own niece as she’s detoxed, only to watch her go right back to using again. It’s been equally difficult watching her sister endure that same heartbreak.

“Just watching her break, and smile, and break, and smile again. I don’t know that there’s a time we’ve rehearsed this when I haven’t fought back tears,” says Hutchens.

She wanted to tell the story to help people understand that they can always come home, and that there’s always hope.

Hutchens says that Wendy only recently saw the performance.

“She had a hard time talking afterwards,” says Hutchens.

It’s especially emotional for the girls playing the roles too.

The story is intense, and raw, and fi lled with emotion that is seldom joyful.

“They connect with it so much so, that sometimes there are literal tears being wiped away,” adds Hutchens. It’s a complete switch from many of the other dances they perform at Karar, and in many ways, more difficult.

Young as they are, connecting with the message hasn’t been a problem.

Grace Torgerson says that the symbolism in the story has been inspiring. “It overwhelms me,” she says. “Just to know that that’s the way God feels toward Amanda.”

Amanda, played Mary Mallum, believes it’s a timely story that everyone can take to heart.

“I’m pretty sure all of us know someone we can relate it to, whether it’s people we’ve supported through this, or lost to this,” she adds.

will be rebuilt and widened at an estimated cost of $215,000.

The goal is to improve visibility for traffic stopped at the intersection. The project is tentatively scheduled from July 1 through August 30. Both highways will remain open, closing only the impacted area.

Getting the most attention, and potentially causing the most inconvenience to traffic throughout the region, will be two new roundabouts installed within Turtle Lake’s city limits. One will be at Highway 8 and Highway 63 North, and the other at Highway 8 and County Road K/Norway Street across from the St. Croix Casino.

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Above, four young women in Karar Academy’s traveling company perform a scene from ‘Pursuing the Prodigal,’ where a daughter struggling with addiction (Mary Mallum, right) reaches toward her mother (Grace Torgerson) supported by her family (Elizabeth Hutchens and Emily Snider).

Left, in a scene from ‘Pursuing the Prodigal,’ Grace Torgerson portrays a mother who reminisces about a time when her daughter was young, while her daughter in the background (Mary Mallum) now struggles with addiction.

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says that like the other projects, the roundabouts are also being done for safety reasons.

The roundabouts have gone through significant community vetting, including the constructions impact on the community.

“We debated,” she added. “Do you tear up U.S. Highway 8 two summers in a row, or do it all once and get out? We tried to be the least disruptive we could.”

The projects will cost an estimated $4.6 million dollars, and could begin as early as May 15 lasting through October. DOT officials say that Highway 8 will remain open with temporary signals and reduced to a single lane in each direction during construction. Some intersections may also be effected within the project limits.

Hutchens says, “We’ve performed this at a drug and alcohol recovery center and we’ve also performed it for young kids. And they connect with it in completely different ways.

It just blows me away.”

Whether you’re the prodigal who’s drifted from home, the one who waits for someone to return, or a member of a community trying to be supportive but feeling helpless, Hutchens hopes you’ll leave the performance better off having heard her family’s story.

‘Pursuing the Prodigal’ is a ballet performance you won’t want to miss, and is suitable for audiences of all ages. Mark your calendars for a free public showing to be held at the Amery High School Auditorium, this Sunday, April 23 at 4 p.m.

$1 million raised over the last five years.

“This is our fi fth year doing giveBIG,” said Gerlach.

“We hope to hit $1 million cumulatively at the end of the day.”

That means raising $290,000 between the 51 participating nonprofit agencies that serve Amery, St. Croix Falls and Osceola.

“That’s our goal,” said Gerlach. “It’s lofty. Last year we raised about $239,000. It is a stretch to get to $290,000 but we’re confident we can make that happen. And how exciting if we do.”

The website is ready to accept donations, and people have already been posting with the #giveBIGSCV hashtag.

“On the website you can see a history of people who have been using the hashtag,” said Gerlach. “It’s become a popular way to share a giving day (across the country). I think people have really been having fun with it. You have to

open up your privacy settings for that post, but even if someone doesn’t do that they’ll be sharing it with their friends and family. … It’s a great tool to get the word out.”

‘Selfies’ solicit support for area non-profits through April 25.

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APRIL 20 Amery Area Garden Club The Amery Area Garden Club will meet Thursday, April 20 at 9:30 a.m. at the Amery Public Library. The program will be ‘Growing and caring for hydrangeas.’ Visitors always welcome.

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Pork Dinner Men in Mission invite you to a Pork Dinner with all the trimmings, Thursday, April 20 from 4 to 7 p.m. at First Lutheran Church in Amery. Free will offering. Takeouts available by calling 715-268-7135.

Historical Society The Amery Historical Society will meet to elect new officers on Thursday, April 20 at 5 p.m. Anyone interested in Amery history within the Amery School District is welcome to attend. Meeting will be held in the lower level of the Amery Public Library. Handicap accessible. Questions call Jerry at 715-554-0239.

Bee Keepers Meeting The Polk-Burnett Beekeepers Association will be meeting on April 20 at the Polk County Justice Center at 7:00p.m. The meeting will be held in the Community Room with speaker Adrian Quiney.

APRIL 21 - 30 Murder at Crooked House Clear Lake Community Theater presents ‘Murder at Crooked House’ by Tim Kelly. Fridays and Saturdays at 7 and Sundays at 2, presented April 21 through 30 at the Clear Lake Area Community Center Gymnasium. Admission is $8 for adults and $7 for senior citizens. $5 for 18 and under.

Refreshments served during intermission.

APRIL 22 Clear Lake Earth Day Celebration A first annual Clear Lake Earth Day Celebration to honor Earth Day founder and Clear Lake native Gaylord Nelson will be held from 8 to 4 at the Clear Lake Community Center on April 22. Enjoy a pancake breakfast from 8 to 10. Various Earth Day related speakers will present throughout the day from 10-4, along with a ‘Green Vendor’ fair, and kids activities all day. Event is free and open to the public. For more information call Cindy ‘Reed’ Hatella at 715-225-9320.

Scouting for Food The Amery Boy Scout Troop and Pack will be doing their annual Scouting for Food drive on Saturday, April 22 from 9 to 12. Food can also be dropped off at Indigo Iris. Reminder notices will be put out on Monday, April 17.

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Making the rounds Amery K9 officer ‘Kerchak’ didn’t seem to mind a recent visit to Clear Lake Elementary School. He got plenty of attention as officer Kipp Harris told the students about some of the jobs he does.

Norwegian Smorgasbord Trinity Lutheran Church (1 mile east of Hwy 65 on Cty Rd F) will host a Norwegian Smorgasbord from 11-2 and 4-7. Free will donation.

March for Unity A rally for President Trump with an appearance by Rep. Sean Duffy will take place at the Turtle Lake Village Park, Saturday, April 22 at 1 p.m.

For more information visit redwhitebluerev.com.

APRIL 23 Spring Dinner

of Northwest Wisconsin and Northwest Alliance Community Foundation will host a Dementia Summit on Wednesday, April 26 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church in Balsam Lake. Agenda will include topics such as ‘what is dementia?’ ‘What does it mean to be ‘dementia friendly’ and ‘what is being done,’ and local resources. The event is open to all community members, leaders, business owners, volunteers, church leaders, family caregivers, professionals, and individuals with dementia.

APRIL 27 & 28

Deronda Lutheran Church will host a Spring Dinner with meatballs, mashed potatoes and gravy, mixed vegetables, rolls, pie, coffee and milk from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Free will offering. Deronda Lutheran is located at 1239 Cty Rd. F west of Amery.

Amery Area Community Center hosts their annual Rummage Sale on Thursday, April 27 from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday, April 28 from 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Donations accepted any time.

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Annual Rummage Sale

Community Blood Drive

Baldwin Smelt Fry

A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held on Monday, April 24 and Tuesday, April 25 from noon to 6 p.m. at Our Saviors Lutheran Church, 217 Deronda Street in Amery. To schedule an appointment please call Vicki Seibel Betzold at 715-2686271 or Paula Fussy at 715-5543961.

A smelt fry will be held at the American Legion in Baldwin on Friday, April 28 from noon to 8 p.m. All you can eat smelt for a free will donation. Proceeds will benefit the Baldwin Fire Station’s equipment fund.

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Amery Police Department in conjunction with the Amery Woman’s Club and Wisconsin DOJ will host a Drug TakeBack event Saturday, April 29 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Service is free and confidential. Prescription drugs, over the counter medications, and liquid medications in their original containers may be dropped off in the Amery Police Department.

No intravenous solutions, injectibles, syringes, biological waste or illegal substances.

Give Big St. Croix Valley You’re invited to participate in the annual fundraiser that benefits 51 different non-profit organizations throughout Polk County. Donate between April 1 and 25 online at givescv.org, or mail a check to the non-profit of your choice.

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Dementia Summit The Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC)

APRIL 29 Drug Take-Back Day

Chess Fun Day The Amery High School Chess Club will host a community wide Chess Fun Day at the Amery Community Center from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Learn to play and win at Chess, and help send the AHS Chess Team to Supernationals later this year.

Pizza and pop available for sale, and free will donations accepted. Equipment provided.

Families welcome!

Work Play Earth Day Volunteers can meet to help clean up the Stower Seven Lakes State Trail at 9 a.m.

Meet at either the Amery Soo Line Park or Nye pavillion and work until noon.

Smelt Fry Turtle Lake American Legion will host a smelt fry from 4 to 8 p.m. at Turtle Lake Legion Post 137, 320 Maple Street South in Turtle Lake. Adults are $8, kids 12 and under $4.

Takeouts available after 4:30 by calling 715-556-5664.

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APRIL 30 League of Women Voters The League of Women Voters Upper St. Croix Valley will have its annual meeting from 3 - 5 pm on April 30 at the Cafe Wren in Luck. The public is welcome.

MAY 5 Brush Strokes ‘Paint ‘n Sip’ Amery Area Community Center will host a Brush Strokes ‘Paint ‘N Sip’ event May 5 at 6 p.m. Cost is $30 and snacks and adult beverages will be available for purchase, along with pop. No carry ins.

You do not need to be a member to attend this event. Payment and registration due by April 28 to the Amery Area Community Center. Call 715-268-6605 for more information.

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BY TOM STANGL FROM THE PUBLISHER’S DESK

I hope you had a great Easter weekend with friends and family.

One of the joys for my wife and I was having our daughters and granddaughters come to our home for a sleepover and Easter egg related fun the next day.

Filling plastic eggs with candy is a task that I have helped with for many years. During the years that my daughters were growing up, I would hide the eggs. They would be hidden outdoors if the weather was nice, indoors if it wasn’t so nice.

One of the extra flourishes I enjoyed was writing a note to my daughters. I would write note left handed (I’m right Publisher the handed), grasping the pen with Tom Stangl my entire hand. I printed the note and reversed some letters — e and s mainly — and comment about how hard it was to write without a thumb. Yes, it was corny, but it was my way of making Easter special for my daughters.

Recently when we were discussing those early Easters my daughters told me that they had figured out — thanks to my notes — that I was the Easter Bunny many years ago, but played along, not wanting to spoil my fun.

When the granddaughters visit, we play at the park or in the back yard and if the weather isn’t so nice, we play inside. Eventually, we turn to electronic screens for entertainment.

One of the joys of my childhood was watching the Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies cartoon shorts produced by Warner Brothers from 1930 to 1969. Designed to be part of a movie program that would include a newsreel and perhaps a short fi lm, the cartoons were not exactly targeted at children.

As a child, I watched the shorts in glorious black and white every weekday afternoon after getting home from school. For many years, the shorts were aired on Saturday mornings as well.

If you want to watch these animated shorts today, you will need to shell out some money to purchase them on DVD. I received several collections from my children as Christmas presents in the past, and one of the things I enjoy doing with the granddaughters is watching Bugs Bunny.

The collection that I own has an introduction

by Whoopi Goldberg on every disc. Goldberg comes on screen and praises the timeless comedic genius of the Looney Tunes before beginning a mini lecture about how racist and insensitive some of the portrayals of women, minorities and ethnic groups were, and that they were a product of their times. Goldberg says that it would be wrong to censor these cartoons, but they should be viewed as entertainment only.

I appreciate the sentiment and agree to a certain point, but I think including the “disclaimer” on one disc would have been enough. I have never considered these cartoons anything but funny, but I’m a white guy. I have never believed that women, minorities and ethnic groups portrayed in the cartoons were anything but caricatures, like the idiot giant who says to Bugs Bunny, “DUH…you can’t fool me — I’m a moron!”

To read anything more into these classics which have aged remarkably well is just plain wrong.

I will still enjoy them with my grandchildren.

Laughter is something we could all use more of in this life.

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.

We need to safeguard the ‘public’ in public office

BY LEE H. HAMILTON

For the last few years, I’ve been keeping a fi le of clippings about the erosion of transparency and candor in government. I’m sorry to report that it’s getting rather full.

This is not a good thing. Public officials should feel strongly obliged to do their business in an open and upfront manner.

When you hold public office, the presumption ought always to be in favor of people’s right Comments the to know what’s on Congress going on. If you don’t want to be Lee Hamilton open to scrutiny, then the burden surely has to be on you to say specifically why that’s necessary.

This doesn’t seem to be a commonly held view in Washington these days, though the precedent for non-disclosure is bipartisan.

News conferences have been rare for Mr. Obama and Mr. Trump.

During the George W. Bush administration the NSA was wiretapping Americans’ overseas communications based on legal justifications that were withheld from the public. Under the Obama administration, the Justice Department pushed to compromise a fundamental principle under which federal agencies made public their rationale for how they interpreted and administered the law.

The current administration has made policy-making more secretive than ever. President Trump refuses to release his tax returns, making it impossible for Americans to know whether his actions also happen to affect his financial bottom line. There have been con-

stant attempts to draw a curtain over possible ties between Trump aides and Russia. The secretary of state talks about shifting policy toward North Korea — but gives no indication of what that policy is. The President has promised to rip up the Iran nuclear agreement, but has not done it and doesn’t tell us what his policy toward Iran is.

Vice President Pence has said all options are on the table with regard to Syria and that its conduct “cannot be tolerated,” but the administration is mum on what that actually means for strategy.

Indeed, when asked his Syria intentions by reporters, President Trump responded, “I’m not going to tell you.”

This attitude is especially worrisome when it comes to foreign policy — where robust public debate over policy serves our national interests. Yet Secretary of State Rex Tillerson traveled to Beijing, Seoul and Tokyo for key meetings without a press accompaniment, went for weeks without holding a press conference, and has yet to deliver a speech outlining U.S. policy in any detail. He says, “I’m not a big media press access person.” Yet, he is officially our face both at home and abroad on relations with allies and rivals, and we don’t actually know what policies he’s pursuing.

There are legitimate secrets and reasons for non-disclosure, of course, and I’m confident that most Americans understand that they’re sometimes necessary.

When public officials state occasionally that they cannot speak to a given question and lay out the reasons why, people tend to accept it.

All too often, though, classification and obfuscation are used to avoid debate and scrutiny for political reasons — or to protect bu-

reaucrats or public officials whose actions simply could not hold up under the light of rigorous scrutiny. That’s why leaks, as much as presidents and cabinet members decry them, can be so important: that’s how we learned about the Watergate scandal; about the sale of weapons to Iran in Iran-Contra; about the torture we conducted at Abu Ghraib; about the NSA’s spying. And it’s why financial disclosure at every level, from the presidency to city hall, matters.

For in the end, people need to know what policymakers are doing and why. And policy makers need to respect the interest and the intelligence of the voters, and heed their obligation to the voter for candor and disclosure.

Our representative democracy depends on voters developing discriminating judgments about policies and politicians, and they can’t do it if vital information is withheld from them. In a democracy like ours, it’s the height of disrespect for public officials to keep their actions and thinking cloaked.

There’s no reason for the public to brook such disrespect. We need to demand open communication, straight talk, and more complete disclosure of information. We need to expect that our public officials will do their business in public — and that if they can’t, they’ll explain clearly to us why not. This is our democracy. Let’s treat it that way.

Lee Hamilton is a Senior Advisor for the Indiana University Center on Representative Government; a Distinguished Scholar, IU School of Global and International Studies; and a Professor of Practice, IU School of Public and Environmental Affairs. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Angel in Amery To the Editor, There’s a real angel in Amery. By the time the good folks in Amery read this I will be well out of the nest and flying free.

I was brought into the Amery Hospital and Clinic a short time ago. Scared, shoeless, bewildered etc., I was told to wait in my wheelchair outside my new room until it’s ready. Out comes an angel in disguise.

“Hi I’m Maralyn,” bucket & mop in hand and a smile as big as this page. “Your room will be ready in a jiffy,” she said. She brought me clothes, made my bed every day, and cleaned this and that.

Finally one day I asked Maralyn if she got paid for all these extras, bed made & clean towels, clothes washed, the list could go on and on. “Where do you get all that energy,” I asked her.

“Well I guess it’s because we’re farmers,” she said.

Say no more! For the compassion, etc. etc., I thank you Maralyn, cleaning lady, for being a friend in need. I’m 90 years young, married to another angel for 71 years.

P.S. Please don’t get me wrong. The other gals that work there are one of a kind and I thank the also for doing the impossible.

Ray Schulz, An Amery Visitor Chippewa Falls, Wis. Editor’s Note: Amery Hospital confirms that they have just one cleaning lady named Maralyn on staff, her name is Maralyn Saleh.

Kinship needs your support To the Editor, It is a cold and rainy early spring day in Montana, the state of my birth and where I currently reside.

I reach for my favorite Kinship sweatshirt and am reminded of the Polk County nonprofit organization whose name it bears. In my almost 30 years of being a lawyer and eventually a Circuit Court Judge in Wisconsin, I was on the Board of Directors for Kinship of Polk County for more than 15 years (on again, off again as the Bylaws allowed). This is not because I loved attending meetings at the end of a busy work day, but because I wholeheartedly endorse the Mission of this stellar organization. To work with other leaders in the county toward improving the quality of a child’s life, by fostering and supporting a relationship with a caring volunteer, was a rewarding endeavor.

I write now to encourage you to contribute to Kinship on April 25, 2017 during the 24 hours of Give Big St. Croix Valley. This is our opportunity to come together to support the vital work of the nonprofits that serve our communities. While all are worthy and I will be donating to many on April 25th, I have a personal affection for Kinship. This is borne out of my observations, both on and off the bench, of children whose lives were positively impacted by a mentor. Research shows that young adults who were at risk for falling off track but had a mentor, were 55% more likely to enroll in college, 78% more likely to volunteer regularly and 130% more likely to hold leadership positions.

On so many levels, mentoring is a good investment and I urge you to support Kinship of Polk County during Give Big St. Croix Valley on April 25, 2017.

Molly E. GaleWyrick Former Polk Co. Judge

What Easter means To the Editor, Congratulations to Dylan Clausen on his perfect score on the ACT test. It represents years of diligence in doing homework and studying even when you don’t feel like it. And kudos to his parents and the fine teachers who have helped him.

Easter has come and gone and we need to reflect on what it means in our lives on a daily basis.

It’s the story of amazing love. The love of God for people, His creation. The love of Christ to live as a man suffering abuse and rejection. And after living

a perfect life, dying on a cross of shame for sinners, which includes everyone.

And even though He paid the penalty for our sins, it wouldn’t matter if He hadn’t come back to life — He overcame sin and death for us.

So before we go on and let Easter just be a memory, we must ask ourselves what it means to us personally. To those who have never confessed their sin and repented (turned away) from them, and given their life to Christ as Savior and Lord, it means a chance for hope and deliverance and eternal life. It is for everyone, from the drug addict and immoral to the one trying to be good enough and realizes they can’t be perfect, or is trying to earn their way keeping traditions and rules.

For the one who does know Christ personally, it means sharing the good news with others who haven’t heard or understand. Christ came to seek and to save those who are lost.

MaryEllen Olson Amery, Wis.

Earth should not be a partisan issue To the Editor, As Wisconsinites, we can count the founding of Earth Day in 1970 by Senator Gaylord Nelson as one of the finest gifts our state has given to the nation.

Senator Nelson launched Earth Day in a year of great constructive change that included President Richard Nixon¹s signing of the Clean Air Act and establishment of the Environmental Protection Agency. In his State of the Union address, President Nixon declared the 1970s as a historic period when, by conscious choice [we] transform our land into what we want it to become.

Our present hyper-politicized divisions can make us nostalgic for those days when a general bipartisan agreement to do what was best for the environment created landmark legislation.

The government initiatives of 1970 responded to health and environmental crises faced by the United States. Today¹s crisis is far more widespread, threatening the entire world. Present projections indicate that by the end of this century atmospheric CO2 levels could reach their highest concentration in 50 million years, resulting in environmental and social chaos.

It seems our peculiar misfortune that some of America’s most powerful leaders deny the threat that climate change poses to the environment and to the stability of civilization as we know it.

Robinson Meyer, who covers environmental issues for The Atlantic Monthly, has noted that in no other country on earth does a major right-center political party take a position of denial and inaction on climate change. The politicization of environmental issues in America is irresponsible and immoral.

Now, forty-seven years after its founding, another Earth Day approaches.

An overwhelming majority of Americans support a healthy environment. Find a local event to participate in and let your elected representatives know you expect them to put partisanship aside and work for the good of the whole planet.

Thomas R. Smith River Falls, Wis.

False flag?

To the Editor, We blame the very same people that are fighting ISIS of killing civilians using Saran gas...what idiotic thinking. It takes nothing but a simple look into this so-called, “chemical weapons attack” to figure out that it was a false flag.

Minutes after the attack, the foreign affairs minister of the EU, condemned the Syrian Government, even before the investigation and evidence emerged.

He knew about the attack before the people on the ground did.

When the OPCW (the Org for the Proliferation Of Chemical Weapons) did an investigation, it found that the Chemical, Saran, was homemade, and was

not military grade, which the Syrian Air force would have used.

Why would Assad order a strike when not even 2 days before the attack the U.S. told the press that they were going to align with Syrian and Russian forces to fight ISIS? The Syrian military is on an upswing, crushing Al-Qaida and its affi liates in the city of Haman. They then moved up towards the provinces of Hanon Saraan and Mork, moving in on the rebels in Khan Shakhoin.

Common sense questions: Why would the attack be ordered just days after the USA announcing that is no longer our priority?

Our priority is to fight ISIS. Why would this attack be ordered by Assad when the U.S. said Syria (overthrowing the government) was no longer a priority?

Why would this attack be ordered when Assad was winning the war on every front?

Why would Assad order an attack when he has the upper hand in the upcoming peace negotiations?

A Tweet was sent out by Faras Karam, a journalist of a Syrian paper. It said, “Tomorrow we launch a media campaign to cover the airstrikes and the use of chemical weapons by the Syrian Air force.” The problem with this tweet was that it was dated April 4. The so-called “Chemical attack” happened at 0651, April 5.

In his hotel room in Turkey, terrorist Muhamed Aloush tweeted: “This is new gas that stops the heartbeat for 5 hours then beat will start again.

Don’t bury these people affected by the chemical weapons until you given the civil defense the proper documentations”. This tweet came out without him leaving his room in Turkey, let alone being in Syria at the time. How did he know this was a new kind of gas? How did he know this gas was not the same gas used in Ghouta? Why would he delete his tweet minutes after he posted it unless he had prior knowledge?

Why is the al-Qaida affi liated civil defense (The White Helmets) not wearing the proper gear to protect them from the Chemicals while handling the victims? But then during the attack, they were wearing gear?

Ahh yes, Assad woke up that morning and said: “I think I will use Chemical weapons today”. Common sense indicates, before rushing to judgment that you should use the why, what, where, and who would benefit method.

If our POTUS was 100% sure, why would he shoot and run? After 7 years of fighting and 600,000 dead, we suddenly grow a conscience?

There was an attack. The Syrian Air force confirmed (they do not deny it) they hit the building.

The result released gases and chemicals that were intended for the manufacturing of chemical weapons to be used on the army and population by the rebels We align ourselves with the countries that fight ISIS, but in order to fight ISIS, we bomb Assad Who is the biggest threat to ISIS. Am I missing something? You have a brain...use it!

Abe Saleh Amery, Wis.

What happened to Christian empathy?

To the Editor, The Republican Party leadership seems to have strayed beyond the reach of rationality and empathy.

The party does not need more ‘religion;’ it already has its own homemade brand (the survival of the fittest and the richest, not really an original idea).

Jesus took issue with it some twenty centuries ago, and, as far as I know from Holy Scripture, never changed his mind—even after the unholy Trumplike Roman Empire murdered him.

Can the clergy, with tens of thousands of faithful lay Christians and other citizens of goodwill, help to restore the rationality and Christian empathy to our U.S.A. before time runs out for us? God help us!

Amen.

A.J. Tetzlaff Pastor since 1959 Korean War Vet

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After delays, date set for attempted homicide trial

BY SUZANNE LINDGREN EDITOR@OSCEOLASUN.COM

With attorneys in place after shuffles on both sides, a five-day jury trial has been scheduled for Paul Krueger in July. Krueger faces charges of attempted homicide and less serious crimes related to a late night clash in Osceola last

year.

The fight happened in the early morning hours of February 1, 2016. The case was originally set for trial in January 2017 but was postponed after Krueger’s defense attorney, Kate Murtaugh, withdrew her counsel last October, citing a breakdown in the attorney/ client relationship. Krueger

struggled to find new legal representation and was re-incarcerated in January after his father requested that his bail be revoked.

Complicating efforts to reschedule the trial, Polk County’s newly elected district attorney, Jeff Kemp, recused himself in January as prosecutor of the case because his

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Paul Krueger with new defense attorney Matthew Krische at a pretrial hearing last week. Krueger’s trial has been scheduled for July.

wife, Murtaugh, had formerly represented Krueger.

For a time it was unclear who would represent either side. Attorney Dan Firkus was appointed as Krueger’s public defender in late January, but announced shortly thereafter that he had accepted a new position and wouldn’t be able to see the case through to trial.

The issue began to settle in late February, when St. Croix County Assistant District Attorney Edward Minser took over prosecution of the case.

In early March, Matthew Krische was appointed to defend Krueger.

Minser, Krische and Krueger were all present at a pre-trial conference last week, at which they worked with Judge Jeffery Anderson to schedule the jury trial now set for July 10 – 14. A motion hearing was scheduled for May 17.

Background A February fight between two Osceola men — fueled at least in part by alcohol — left one in the hospital with rumors circulating of his death.

The other, Paul Krueger, was charged with attempted homicide.

Krueger and attorney Kate Murtaugh fought the allegation, saying the evidence did not support such a serious charge. Notably, a paper towel initially reported as lodged in the victim’s airway was later revealed to have been taken from the cheek area of the mouth.

A four-day jury trial scheduled for January was postponed until further notice after Murtaugh withdrew as Krueger’s counsel in late October. Krueger was tasked with finding new counsel and was to update the court on his position at a Jan. 10 status conference. The conference took a different turn after the court received a request from Krueger’s father to revoke his bond and the defendant returned to the Polk County Jail, where he remains awaiting trial.

Krueger, 35, also faces charges of aggravated battery, dealing marijuana and obstruction of an officer, stemming from the incident. The charges could add up to nearly 50 years in prison if he is convicted on all counts.

Amery Area Municipal Court Amery Area Municipal Court was held in Amery on Wednesday, April 12, 2017. The following cases were heard: City of Amery— Anna M. Braaten, 39, Amery, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Sherry J. Buhr, 47, Clear Lake, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.

Amy M. Carlson, 25, St. Croix Falls, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10; operating after suspension, $124.

Jason K. Dewolf, 41, Dresser, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Robert E. Forsberg, 46, Stacy, MN, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Anthony E. Gagnon, 19, Amery, resist/obstruct officer, $691.

William P. Gripp, 37, Amery, junked vehicles and appliances, $187.

Timothy J. Heine, 28, Coon Rapids, MN, illegal right turn on right, $98.80; operate motor vehicle without insurance, $124.

Wayne W. Hellerman, 58, Amery, junked vehicles and appliances, $187.

Alex Hoffman, 20, Hudson, fail to stop at stop sign, $98.80.

Tyra L. Hoke, 21, Amery, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Honesty M. Houle, 37, Balsam Lake, fail to stop at stop sign, $98.80.

Diana M. Johnson, 28, Scandia, MN, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.

Hope S. Johnson, 18, Amery, owner permit unauthorized operation, $111.40.

Shannon I. Kirchner, 18, Turtle Lake, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.

James W. Lindner, 51, Amery, disorderly conduct with a motor vehicle, $124.

Judith F. Pearce, 78, Deer Park, speeding on city highway (11-15 mph), $98.80.

16 year old, Amery, operate without

valid license, $124.

Crystal K. Truitt, 31, Amery, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.

Michelle L. Volta, 46, Minneapolis, MN, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.

Village of Clear Lake— Louis T. Austin, 59, Roseville, MN, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Amanda G. Awonohopay, 37, Cumberland, non-registration of auto, $98.80; operate motor vehicle without insurance, $124.

Kelsey J. Bergstrom, 26, St. Paul, MN, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Donna J. Bolles, 65, Clayton, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Tara J. Brabant, 26, Turtle Lake, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Nicole R. Brite, 35, Glenwood City, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Katie J. Christiansen, 29, Hudson, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $124.

Shannon D. Erickson, 42, Cameron, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Angela A. Hilpisch, 31, Stillwater, MN, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

James R. Kiffmeyer, 44, Rice Lake, exceeding speed zones (20-24 mph), $149.20.

Kodiak J. King, 23, Trego, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Paul D. Kittelson, 36, Ellsworth, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

James E. Kittelson, 23, Barron, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Nathan A. Lee, 37, Baldwin, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Kaitlyn N. Levi, 17, River Falls, exceeding speed zones (20-24 mph), $149.20.

Miguel A. Livisaca Guiracoch, 32, St. Paul, MN, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Timothy S. Losen, 58, Almena, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.

Michael A. Murphy, 46, New Richmond, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Brennon D. Novacek, 27, Hayward, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Steffani J. Patrick, 23, South St. Paul, MN, exceeding speed zones (2024 mph), $149.20.

Drew T. Payne, 27, Escondido, CA, exceeding speed zones (25-29 mph), $174.20; operate without valid license, $124.

Kimberly E. Pierce, 49, Rice Lake, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Jonathen E. Quist, 59, Bloomington, MN, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Daniel C. Ramin, 27, Anoka, MN, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Leif C. Ringstad II, 25, Clayton, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.

Carlos Rodriguez-Rodriguez, 41, Somerset, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.

Hannah L. Satter, 28, Burnsville, MN, exceeding speed zones (25-29 mph), $174.40.

Todd A. Schroeder, 47, Rice Lake, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.

Bradley J. Scott, 57, Birchwood, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Matthew J. Savoy, 43, Osceola, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Ashley A. Siegler, 27, Clayton, refuse from outside of village, $114.

Tiffany K. Swager, 34, Turtle Lake, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

16 year old, Minneapolis, exceeding speed zones (35-39 mph), $281.50.

Jason C. Treziok, 42, Baldwin, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Scott A. Turnbull, 51, Hayward, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Craig J. Wodnick, 58, Minneapolis, MN, exceeding speed zones (20-24 mph), $149.20.

Andrew. C. Yost, 30, Albert Lea, MN, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Tami G. Zimmermann, 43, Baldwin, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

JUVENILES City of Amery— 12 year old, Amery, four counts of truancy, $25 each.

Village of Clear Lake— 14 year old, Deer Park, disorderly conduct, $250.

Polk County Marriage Licenses Monday, April 3, 2017 Noel D. Severson and Angela L.R. Gehrman were issued a marriage license on March 30, 2017.

Jeremiah R. Boehm and Tiffany H. Balo were issued a marriage license on March 30, 2017.

Dustin J. Armstrong and Shianne K. G. Beyer were issued a marriage license on April 10, 2017.

Melvin C. Truhlsen and Marilyn E. Linn were issued a marriage license on April 11, 2017.

Nicholas R. Dunn and Alaina M. Taylor were issued a marriage license on April 12, 2017.

Robert L. Ellsworth and Rachael M. Janusch were issued a marriage license on April 12, 2017.

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Polk County Circuit Court Appearance date April 11, 2017 Robert E. Arntson, 47, Webster, speeding in 55 mph zone (20-24 mph), $225.70.

Christine M. Barkdull, 57, St. Paul, MN, vehicle passenger fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Sarah F. Benbouia, 18, Osceola, speeding in 55 mph zone (2024 mph), $225.70.

Robert J. Biedler, 30, Luck, operating while revoked (forfeiture 1st), $200.50; nonp-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30; operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50; display false vehicle registration plate, $263.50; failure to yield right of way, $175.30.

Zackory K. Blume, 24, St. Croix Falls, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Scott C. Boesel, 33, Dresser, operator violate red traffic light, $175.30.

Kayla L. Cantin, 19, Maple Grove, MN, vehicle tire protrudes >2 inches beyond, $175.30; fail to properly maintain exhaust system, $175.30; operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

Virginia M. Clausen, 56, Frederic, fail to change lane – passing stopped emergency vehicle, $263.50.

Alyssa K. Colalillo, 27, Milltown, texting while driving, $187.90.

Travis Z. Darwin, 35, Taylors

Falls, MN, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $200.50.

Ryan S. Donath, 29, Clayton, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Patricia A. Douglas, 59, Luck, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30.

Joseph R. Fiedler, 22, New Richmond, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Brian P. Fitzgerald, 43, Baldwin, operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50.

Amy L. Fossum, 42, Osceola, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Robert J. Frello, 55, Lino Lakes, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Ronald D. Gamache, 79, St. Croix Falls, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Daniel L. Gannon, 17, Amery, fail to stop at stop sign, $175.30.

Todd W. Gunderson, 60, Osceola, exceeding speed zones (1619 mph), $200.50.

Jason N. Hall, 21, Frederic, operate motor vehicle without proper tires, $175.30.

Candace M. Hassel, 49, Turtle Lake, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Hannah E. Henriques, 26, Cincinnati, OH, speeding in 55 mph zone (16-19 mph), $200.50.

Leif K. Herberg, 41, Centuria, vehicle operator fail to wear

seat belt, $10; speeding in 55 mph zone (20-24 mph), $225.70.

Amy L. Johnson, 37, Dresser, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Roger L. Johnson, 79, Dresser, speeding n 55 mph zone (1115 mph), $175.30.

Anthony R. Keas, 46, Bloomingdale, IL, fail to stop at stop sign, $175.30.

Jennifer A. Kemis, 37, Eau Claire, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Kyle T. Kletschka, 23, Milltown, operating left of center line, $213.10.

Lea A. Lahti, 54, Turtle Lake, fail to stop at stop sign, $175.30.

Jerry W. Langland, 76, Amery, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Dustin J. Laquess, 34, Lake Elmo, MN, vehicle passenger fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Julia M. Larsen, 26, Chippewa Falls, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Joseph P. Lobert, 23, Milltown, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

Arik M. Mahler, 21, Luck, operate motor vehicle without adequate muffler, $175.30.

Bradly T. McCarty, 37, Almena, fail to properly maintain tires and rims, $175.30.

Bobbi J. Nelson, 59, Phillips, unlawful U/Y turn – erected signs, $175.30.

John A. Nichols, 42, St. Croix Falls, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Gregory A. Orton, 50, St. Croix Falls, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Trevor A. Otto, 41, Frederic, operator fail to have passenger seat belted, $10; vehicle operator fail tow ear seat belt, $10.

Lindsey J. Pennel, 17, Osceola, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Kendall J. Petersen, 59, Luck, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Ashley M. Reeves, 21, Barron, 21, operating while suspended, $200.50; vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Callie K. Reynolds, 24, Chisago City, MN, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Joseph L. Schieber, 41, Shakopee, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Jennifer A. Schilla, 48, St. Paul, MN, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Trayonno M. Scott Jr., 16, Dresser, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, 410.

John L. Sieben, 57, Hastings, MN, deposit or discharge solid waste on public or private property (<10 gallons), $200.50.

Bryan A. Smetana, 25, Osceola, exceeding speed zones (20-24

Reports in Support of Probable Cause Monday, April 17, 2017 Linda C. Schwebach, 58, Chisago City was arrested on April 10 for retail theft and possession of methamphetamine.

Danielle M. Sicard, 20, Osceola was arrested on April 10 for a Ramsey Co. Minn. warrant, possession of THC, possession of a schedule four controlled substance, and misdemeanor bail jumping.

Patricia A. Douglas, 59, Luck was arrested on April 11 for misdemeanor bail jumping.

Leroy W. DeMeules, 58, Luck was arrested on April 11 for domestic disorderly conduct.

Christy R. Merrill, 33, Luck was arrested on April 11 for probation hold and resisting arrest.

Ethan D. Gustafson, 36, Frederic was arrested on April 12 for disorderly conduct and possession of THC paraphernalia.

Amanda M. Mehtala, 33, Frederic was arrested on April 13 for disorderly conduct.

Todd A. Olson, 45, Osceola was arrested on April 13 for possession of schedule one and two narcotics.

Lisa A. Allen, 50, Milltown was arrested on April 13 for disorderly conduct.

Maurice J. Hanson, 24, Amery was arrested on April 13 for possession of meth, possession of meth with intent, possession of drug paraphernalia, and maintaining a drug trafficking place.

Vincent M. Carlson, 18, Balsam Lake was arrested on April 14 for disorderly conduct and criminal trespass to dwelling.

Brian J. Stetler, 28, Clear Lake was arrested on April 15 for violation of 72 hour no contact order and bond violation.

Lacey N. Jeske, 36, Osceola was arrested on misdemeanor battery.

Alexis S. Wall, 23, Eau Claire was arrested on April 15 for possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of meth and three counts of bail jumping.

Jason E. Bubb, 35, Ham Lake, Minn. was arrested on April 16 for disorderly conduct and a Chisago County, Minn. warrant.

Jason E. Wendelboe, 48, Frederic was arrested on April 16 for felony bail jumping and probation hold.

Samantha L. Hart, 27, Luck was arrested on April 11 for OWI 3 and prohibited alcohol content.

Carmen T. Ahyai, 49, Osceola was arrested on April 12 for OMVWI 1.

Garrett M. Mclean, 26, Osceola was arrested on April 13 for OMVWI 1 (THC), possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Joseph L. Wells, 43, Dresser was arrested on April 15 for OMVWI 2.

Kyle G. Krueger, 31, Menomonie was arrested on April 15

for OWI, possession of meth paraphernalia, possession of meth, and bail jumping.

Collin J. Svoboda, 25, Luck was arrested on April 16 for OMVWI 1, operating with a prohibited alcohol content, possession of THC, and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Devin A. Long, 25, Cumberland was arrested on April 10 for FTA warrant.

Chad G. Transue, 32, Osceola was arrested on April 11 for a DOC warrant.

Casey L. Satter, 32, Centuria was arrested on April 12 for a warrant.

Richard P. Davis, 34, Milltown was arrested on April 13 for contact after a domestic abuse arrest.

Denise K. Gregory, 44, Osceola was arrested on April 14 for felony failure to appear.

Taylor J. Rasch, 24, Amery was arrested on April 16 for a warrant.

Maria C. Tracy, 42, New Richmond was arrested on April 16 for a failure to appear warrant.

These entries are based on information provided in a Probable Cause Report (facts reported by the officer at time of arrest).

These alleged incidents are not a reflection of the information brought forth in a formal criminal complaint. As always, an arrested person is presumed innocent until convicted by a judge or jury.

mph), $225.70.

Ryan M. Stewart, 31, Stillwater, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Bobbi L. Swanson, 52, Luck, vehicle passenger fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Kimberly M. Taber, 28, Luck, violation of child safety restraint requirements – child under 4 years of age, $175.30; vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10; exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Edward D. Thompson, 72, Turtle Lake, speeding in 55 mph zone (20-24 mph), $225.70.

Justin E. Ullman, 35, New Richmond, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Matthew C. Unruh, 30, Shafer, MN, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

John M. Vang, 27, Rothschild, 27, speeding in 55 mph zone (1115 mph), $175.30.

Dion M. Vensland, 27, Amery, vehicle passenger fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Christine M. Voght, 27, Amery, speeding in 55 mph zone (20-24 mph), $225.70.

Valeri M. Zart, 38, New Richmond, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Two sex offenders relocate to Polk County The Polk County Sheriff’s Department released information this week about two registered sex offenders who will be leaving incarceration this month and relocating into local communities.

Zackery Tohm, will be moving to 1503 150th Avenue in Balsam Lake. Tohm was convicted of child sexual exploitation and possession of child pornography in 2014. He will begin living in Balsam Lake on April 18 and be under the supervision of the Department of Corrections. Tohm will be placed on intensive supervision for a period of time and then be placed on Extended Supervision for approximately seven Thom years. Tohm is required to register with the Wisconsin Sex Offender Registry Program for life.

Michael Horton will be released into the community of April 25 and residing at the Apple River Motel on Highway 8. In 2009, Horton was convicted of 2nd Degree Sexual Assault of a Child. Likewise, Horton will be placed on intensive supervision for a period of time and then be on Extended Supervision for approximately 12 years.

The Sheriff’s Department adds that the information is not intended to increase fear, but rather that their belief that an informed public is a safer public. Sex offenders have always lived in our communities. There are currently twenty registered sex offenders living Horton within three miles of Amery. To learn more about sex offenders living near you visit widocoffenders.org.

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The following account was published in the April 6, 1922 issue of the Amery Free Press.

Ex-Pastor Here Makes Valuable Find in N. Dakota Bismarck, ND Feb. 25 – A tragedy of the historic Badlands of North Dakota is told in a gift to the state historical society.

It is the bowl of a clay pipe.

The stem is gone. In the bowl, when it was found in a ledge in Bowman County, was a note, written by a soldier who had been wounded by Indians June 17, 1873, and was dying.

June 17 – 1873, lost from Co. D fought reds 3 days hit in chest will die look on 3d hill for money watch trinkets etc. under stone – “J. MORE.” In a dim but well written extreme backhand, on a half sheet torn from a notebook, yellowed and brittle with age, the above note, taken from the bowl of a weathered pipe, is penciled.

The history of the case, given in the records, follows in part: Soon after the Milwaukee railway passed through southwestern North Dakota, settlers began to come in and take homesteads in what was until that time only a ranch country. Among these settlers were W. W. Potter and family from Iowa. They took homesteads in Bowman County.

To while away the tedious winter hours, Mr. Potter often took his 22-rifle out for a rabbit hunt. In February 1913, he was on a hill to the southeast of his place in a long defile between some large rocks almost at the very summit. An owl flew up nearby and took refuge in a hole in the side of a rock just above his head. Thinking he would have some fun with the owl, he poked the barrel of his gun into the hole, noticing that it contained some dry leaves and grass, he dragged a bunch of it our. An old briar pipe and lead pencil fell at his feet.

It struck him first that some sheepherder had thrown them into the hole. The pencil broke into many pieces, which were left lying on the ground, but he casually picked up the pipe and put it into his pocket. Upon arriving home he laid the pipe on the table. Mrs. Potter noticed that it was filled with what seemed to be only dry clay. When she began to gouge it out, she discovered a piece of paper coming with it. On carefully removing the clay she discovered the dying soldier’s note.

The pipe and note were turned into the State Historical Society. Rev. J. G. Dickey of Dickinson is a brother-inlaw to Mr. Potter and to him, as well s to Mr. and Mrs. Potter, the thanks not only of the Historical Society, but of the people of the state are due for the priceless mementoes of the early day struggles of the frontier.

Play Ball!

Back in May of 1989, the Amery Flyers opened their St. Croix Valley town team league season with a 10-9 extra inning loss to Hudson. Players on the team were back row from left: Rick Olson, Mark Huber, Kevin Winegar, Gene Kieffer, Manager Ron Workman, Rich Hanson, Brian Nieman, Duane Kelly, Jim Brunos, Rick Micklend and Bammer Martin. Front row from left: David Carlson, Dan Daubenspeck, Billy Kieffer, Chris Neperud, Chris O’Brien, Dennis Bale, Larry Shafer and Dave Humpal. The first ball of the game was tossed out by Amery Mayor Duane Riley on Sunday, May 7, 1989.

85 Years Ago April 21, 1932 Time By Wireless At Winchester’s W. W. Winchester & Sons is having installed at their store a specially built wireless time receiving set. The correct time will come every morning at eleven o’clock from the government wireless station at Arlington and you are invited to go to their store to get the correct time and see and hear this novel and interesting new invention.

This new radio time receiving set is the only one outside the large cities.

City Park Now Being Improved The city is proceeding with the improvements to the North Park on a very comprehensive plan and before the summer is over another beauty spot will have been added to “Amery the City Beautiful.”

A ditch is being dug from the park to the river where a tap will be made to obtain a continuous stream of fresh water, which will be conducted through the culvert under the highway and then conducted in a winding stream through the park. A pond (through which this stream of fresh water will run) will be constructed for the little folks. A lily pond will be constructed, parking space laid out, driveways arranged, the bath houses moved and put on permanent concrete foundations, trees planted and other work done to beautify and add to the convenience of North Park.

The Northern Supply Company has granted permission to tap the river for park purposes, R. C. Winchester has donated a right-of-way deed across his property to carry the stream to the park and the general public is showing a willingness to assist this park improvement.

Employment Drive a Success The Legion employment drive is going over the top and W. W. Winchester, Jr., informs us that many men have been put to work and that an increasing number will be given employment the coming week.

65 Years Ago April 17, 1952 Saves Child From Grass Fire But for the quick action of Fred Sigsworth residing in East Amery, Shelby Jean Anderson, five, could have faced death following a too close brush with burning grass.

Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Larry Anderson, Shelby Jean was playing with a group of other children about 7 p.m., Monday evening. The youngsters began leaping over the flames of a brush fire for a lark but when it became Shelby Jean’s turn, the fire caught in her slacks and she became a flaming torch.

Frightened by the incident, the others in the group fled and Shelby Jean also began to run in panic toward her home.

At that point the action of Fred came to the forefront. He yelled, “Stop running!” and Shelby Jean stopped, which probably saved her life for she has long, curly tresses for the fire to burn.

Fred immediately beat the flames out around her body, burning his hands in the process. Fortunately, she was wearing a woolen coat, which did not catch on fire.

As it is, Shelby Jean is painfully injured with second and third degree burns along her entire left leg up to her hip along with similar burns of a lesser degree on her right leg.

Amery Sportsmen Release Birds Continuing their program of pheasant propagation, Amery sportsmen ventured forth last Saturday morning and released 190 birds.

All birds were set free within three miles of Amery in keeping with practices of the past.

At the present time plans are underway to improve their present pens by enlarging them so that they can accommodate 700 birds in the near future.

Another program of the local unit is coming into being these days with a tree planting bee planned soon. Some 3500 trees will be planted along highway “46” on both sides of Amery and at the Plihal plot on the way to Deronda.

Schools in Clear Lake Closed With Measles Village schools in Clear Lake were ordered closed Wednesday noon of this week by health officer Irving Jensen after an outbreak of measles among the student body.

Seventeen students were sent home Tuesday and more were sent home on Wednesday. A number of others came down with the disease late Tuesday and remained home on Wednesday.

There were nearly 50 absentees on Wednesday due to measles.

The order closes school effective Wednesday noon of this week until Tuesday or next week.

60 Years Ago April 18, 1957 Quintet Picks Fight On School Grounds For the second time in as many weeks, this section of Wisconsin felt the impact of youthful Minnesota hoodlums.

This time five youths, one 20 years old and the rest younger, found that it doesn’t pay to “mix it” with law abiding youngsters in Amery. The youngest gave his age as 17 years old.

It all began shortly after 4 p.m. Friday afternoon when

three tight-jean, leather jacketed, duck-tailed young men stopped to molest a group of Amery AHS students waiting for a bus on the school grounds.

One thing led to another and a few scuffles occurred.

Instructors Win Johnson and Huck Leadholm ventured on the scene and they were thoroughly abused by the insolent youths. Taking the situation in hand, they called the local police.

By that time, the trio departed for their buddies still downtown drinking in one of the local pubs. Without further ado they left the community and the law…but not for long.

Police Officer Grover Winchell with the aid of Traffic Officer Merle Beedle picked up the quintet in a beer joint on U. S. No. 8 and they were escorted to the county sheriff’s office.

Apparently charges were about to be levied against Clarence Satterlund, 18, Hopkins, and the rest just severely reprimanded. In a fit of rage, Robert Sykora, 20, St. Louis Park, slid behind the wheel and purposely rammed an old car near the sheriff’s office – twice.

Both were fined $50 on disorderly charges in Justice court.

40 Years Ago April 14, 1977 Launch Effort to Reduce Fish Spearing “If the effort keeps 20 persons out of trouble it will be worth it,” declared District Attorney Robert H. Rasmussen in discussing the publicity effort he is making to reduce fish spearing activities.

“Walleyes, northern and other game fish are spawning this time of the year,” continued the DA, “and we have already had several arrests for spear fishing.”

He said that his office was taking a “hard line” approach to the problem. Rasmussen emphasized that besides receiving a substantial fine, persons either caught spearing or caught with spears in their possession could lose all hunting, fishing and trapping privileges for up to three years.

“Besides removing trophy fish from our lakes and streams, persons who spear also disrupt spawning beds and reduce the number of fish which will be available to the public in future years,” he concluded.

BB Gun Artist Strikes City “It is illegal for anyone to have a loaded BB gun within the city limits,” declared Amery police chief Mike Holmes. “We are actively seeking information from the public about persons who may be responsible for several BB gun shooting incidents.”

According to Holmes, six BB shootings have occurred in recent months with activity increasing since April 1.

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Engebretson, Smith drive in key runs for first victory

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

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Senior Lane Christensen pitched all 7 innings for the win. Amery defeated Somerset 4-3.

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Connor Engebretson sliding into 3rd for an attempted triple that scored 2 RBIs.

Amery’s baseball team finally broke into the win column on April 11 with a 4-3 victory over Somerset. Trailing 0-1 heading into the fourth inning, Amery (1-3) began to take control as Hunter Kuhn hit a one-out single. Bergen Kjeseth reached base on an error, and Conner Engebretson brought them both home with a two-RBI double.

The Warriors extended their lead to 4-1 in the top of the sixth inning as Sam Fornengo led off with a single and Lane Christensen followed, reaching base on an error. Camden Smith added a two RBI single.

Engebretson finished the night 2-for3 at the plate with a double and two RBI. Fornengo hit 2-for-4 and scored one run. Smith was 1-for-2 with two RBI. Christensen stole one base in addition to pitching a complete game for the win. Christensen struck out six batters, walked two and scattered five hits and three runs.

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Amery rally falls short

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The Amery baseball team tallied just two hits in a 3-1 loss to Spooner on April 4. One of them happened to be a double

by Brett Forrest.

After falling behind 3-0 in the first three innings, Amery attempted a sixth inning rally that began with Forrest’s double. Ryan VanBlaricom followed, reaching base on a fielder’s choice and scoring on a Chase Measner walk. Lane Christensen finished with a stolen base.

Taking the loss was Conner Engebretson, who gave up five hits and three runs in two innings while striking out two batters and walking one. Dylan Clausen closed out the game with four no-hit innings that included one strikeout and one walk.

Five separate Rails had one hit each, with Gavin Hochstetler and Mark Nalertz each recording a double. Three Spooner Pitcher took the mound, combining for seven strikeouts and four walks.

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Christensen takes first, Warriors second in Somerset

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery’s golf team traveled to Somerset on April 12 for a Middle Border Conference showdown and placed just two strokes out of first place with a score of 169.

Leading the charge was Thomas Christensen, to finished with at least a two stroke buffer between him and

the rest of the field, earning a firstplace score of 35.

Dalton Rademaker added a ninthplace score of 42. Parker Griffen shot a 45 to claim 14th while Noah Ward was 17th at 47 strokes. Connor McBrayer had a score of 52.

Team Scores : Somerset 167, Amery 169, New Richmond 173, St. Croix Central 175, Baldwin-Woodville 180, Ellsworth 189, Prescott 191, Osceola 204

This week’s sports Amery Baseball

Amery Track

April 18 @ Osceola April 20 vs. New Richmond April 21 Triangular @ Amery April 25 @ Ellsworth

April 18 @ Clear Lake Invite April 20 @ Frederic Invite April 21 Triangular @ Amery April 25 @ Baldwin Invite

Amery Golf April 19 MBC @ New Richmond April 24 MBC @ Amery April 25 MBC @ Hammond

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Amundsen receives All-Conference honors Seth Amundsen received Honorable Mention when the Middle Border All-Conference Boys Basketball squads were named.

Amundsen was the only member of the Amery team to receive All-Conference honors.

April 18 @ New Richmond April 20 vs. Osceola April 25 @ Somerset

Amery Softball April 18 @ Baldwin-Woodville April 21 @ Ellsworth April 24 @ Osceola

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B-W blasts Amery with Big Sixth Inning

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The Amery Warriors fell to 0-3 on April 6, as their baseball team lost a 1-5 decision to Baldwin-Woodville. The Warriors

struck first, breaking the ice with a fi fth inning run by Ryan Van Blaricom. Van Blaricom got the ball rolling in the right direction when he hit a one-out double. He then advanced to third on a wild pitched and scored on a single by

Lane Christensen.

Baldwin-Woodville answered with five runs in the top of the sixth inning, collecting four singles and a double along the way.

Overall, B-W outhit Amery 10-4, with B-W’s Andrew Klopp and Alex Weiske each tallying a double. Klopp and Robert Crowley each hit 2-for-3 for the Blackhawks.

VanBlaricom led the Amery attack, hitting 2-for-2 and scoring one run. Christensen and Bergen Kjeseth each tallied one hit.

Christensen pitched 5 1/3 innings, striking out five batters and walking one while giving up seven hits and four runs. Dylan Clausen struck out one batter, walked one and gave up three hits and one run in 1 2/3 inning.

B-W pitchers Alec Borgeson and Ben Schmoker combined to throw 10 strikeouts and four walks.

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Warriors let first game slip away

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A season opening victory was well within the sights of the Amery Warrior baseball team on April 3 as they held a 1-0 lead over St. Croix Falls heading into the bottom of the sixth inning. But the Saints rallied for three runs in the sixth to send the Warriors packing with a 1-3 loss.

The Warriors claimed their lead in the top of the fi fth inning as Sam Fornengo hit a lead-off single, stole second and rounded the remaining two bases on errors.

Pitching woes cost the Warriors dearly in the sixth however as the second SCF batter was hit by a pitch; the third reached base on an error and the fourth was walked. With just one out, the Saints followed with a sacrifice fly, two singles and a walk to drive in the winning runs.

Fornengo recorded Amery’s only hit of the game while the Saints earned just two hits – one from Josh Skallet and one form Jameson Kahl.

Lane Christensen pitched five no-hit innings for the Warriors, striking out nine batters along the way. Chase Measner allowed two hits in one inning on the mound.

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Warriors trail in unfinished game

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Lane Christensen hit a double as the Amery baseball team was outhit 12-4 by Prescott in the first six innings of a game that was left unfinished on April 13 in

Amery. At the time the game was postponed, Prescott held a 9-1 advantage and had two doubles and a home run in the hit column.

Christensen scored Amery’s lone run on a wild pitch.

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Brett Forrest each pitched three innings for the Warriors. Clausen gave up nine hits, two walks and five runs.

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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 to 103; 10:15 a.m. Worship Service; nursery available during worship.

Every Wednesday: 7 p.m Youth Group.

Call the church office for details 715-268-9218 APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY, 942 Hwy. 8, Amery Justin Hosking, pastor Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday school for all ages; 10:15 a.m.

Coffee & Fellowship; 10:30 a.m. Worship/Children’s Church; 7 p.m. Sunday Night Live!

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

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

Friday: 8:45 a.m. M.O.P.S. BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery Wednesday, April 19: 9 a.m. Bible Study; 6-8 p.m. FUEL. Sunday, April 23: 8:30 a.m. Sunday Youth Sessions; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time; 10:15 a.m. Holy Worship.

Tuesday, April 25: 8:30 a.m. Quilting; 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: 8:30 a.m. Worship.

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

CONGREGATIONAL, 201 N. Harriman Ave., Amery Barry Schaefer, pastor Wednesday, April 26: 3:30 p.m. Homework & Hangout/ Confo make-up class; 5:30 p.m. FUEL (Faith Used in Everyday Life); 6:45 p.m. Money Management Class; 7 p.m. Choir Rehearsal.

Thursday, April 27: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens; 5:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study; 6:30 p.m. Dinner Theater Rehearsal.

Friday, April 28: 9 a.m. Pastoral Leaders; 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens.

Sunday, April 30: 8:30 a.m. L-5 Confo; 10 a.m. Worship Service/Teacher Recognition/Noisy Kettle; 11 a.m. Annual Meeting; 11:15 a.m. Potluck.

Monday, May 1: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens; 6:30 p.m. Dinner Theatre rehearsal; 7 p.m. Boy Scouts.

Tuesday, May 2: 6:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens; 6:30 p.m. Dinner Theatre rehearsal.

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

DERONDA LUTHERAN, 1239 65th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, April 19: 6-7 p.m. JAM (Jesus & Me) at Trinity; 6-7 p.m. Confirmation at Trinity.

Thursday, April 20: 9 a.m. Quilting; 5:30 p.m. Befrienders at Pizzeria.

Sunday, April 23: 9:30 a.m. Deronda Worship; 11:30 a.m.

Deronda Spring Dinner 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 19: 6 p.m. Confirmation.

Saturday, April 22: 9 a.m. Stephen Ministry workshop at Woodbury.

Sunday, April 23: 9:30 a.m. All Ages Learning; 10:30 a.m.

Worship; 11:30 a.m. Congregational meeting.

Tuesday, April 25: 9 a.m. Quilting.

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

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

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

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

Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bible Study.

ELIM LUTHERAN, Range 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 a.m. Sunday school; 9:45 a.m. Worship; 10:45 a.m. Fellowship.

Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 p.m.

Mission Quilting Tuesdays 9 a.m.

FIRST LUTHERAN, 240 Elm St., Amery Tim Bjorge, pastor Wednesday, April 19: 5:15 p.m. Supper; 6 p.m. Friends in Faith & Confirmation.

Thursday, April 20: 8 a.m. Bible Study at Ida’s; 8:30 a.m.

Quilters; 9:30 a.m. Ruth Circle, M. Wold hosts; 4-7 p.m. Men in Mission Pork Dinner; 7 p.m. Al Anon.

Saturday, April 22: 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Amery Woman’s Club hosts Spring Convention at FLC. Sunday, April 23: 9 a.m. Worship w/Baptism; Silent Messengers; 10:15 a.m. Sunday School, Choir.

Tuesday, April 25: 6:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study.

FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Wednesday, April 19: 6:15 p.m. 7th and 8th Grade Confirmation; 7:30 p.m. 9th Grade Confirmation.

Thursday, April 20: 11 a.m. CLAMA meeting; Noon Gold & Silver Dinner at Faith Lutheran Church; 1 p.m. Women of the Word Meeting; 2-8:50 p.m. Directory Pictures taken; 6:30 p.m. Church Council.

Friday, April 21: 2-8:50 p.m. Directory Pictures taken.

Saturday, April 22: 10 a.m.-4:50 p.m. Directory Pictures taken.

Sunday, April 23: 8:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship; 9 a.m. Choir Practice; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship; 9:40 a.m. Sunday School; 10 a.m. Traditional Worship; 11 a.m. Fellowship.

Tuesday, April 25: 9 a.m. Quilting; 9 a.m. Prayer Shawl meeting.

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

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

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

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

GRACE LUTHERAN - WELS, 460 4th St., Clear Lake, 715-263-2164 Ellery W. Groth, pastor 715-491-4330 Sunday service 10:15 a.m.

Bible Class Thursday morning 10 a.m.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Call Bette at the Amery Free Press 715-268-8101 with corrections or additions to the church listings belmer@theameryfreepress.com

A Beautiful Life “He has made everything beautiful in its time. He has also set eternity in the human heart; yet no one can fathom what God has done from beginning to end.”

—Ecclesiastes 3:11 NIV

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addened by the loss of such a good soul. He was a man who had a kind heart and never tired of telling others how good they were and how much he loved them and enjoyed their company. He made his friends and family want to be better persons simply by living up to his high opinion of them. And on his deathbed, while we were lamenting his fate, he cheered us up, telling us that he had a “beautiful life,” and that there was nothing for him to regret. The only sadness for him, he said, was leaving his sweetheart of 25 years. He was always thinking of others, right up to the end. We can all learn something from this man, who died just as he had lived, giving to others and building us up. He truly lived a beautiful life, and we should all try to live in such a way that this might be said of us. A beautiful life indeed. – Christopher Simon

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AREA CHURCHES CONTINUED JOURNEY CHURCH (formerly First Baptist), 131 Broadway St., Amery 715-268-2223 office@journeychurch.city Sunday: Worship service 9-10:15 a.m. Nursery is available for ages 0-3 anytime, ages 3-4 during the sermon only; 10:30-11:30 a.m. All Ages Sunday school, nursery is available for ages 0-3.

Monday: 1:30-2:30 Moms in Prayer Group (during the school year).

Wednesday: 6-7:30 p.m. Kids Club Remix, ages Pre-K-5th grade, meets in the church, free dinner at 6 p.m; 6-7:30 p.m.

DW Youth Group, grades 6th-12th, meets in the church at 6 p.m. for free dinner and then in the Teen Center for the remainder of the time.

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

LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN, 1272 44th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, April 19: 6-7 p.m. JAM (Jesus & Me) at Trinity; 6-7 p.m. Confirmation at Trinity.

Thursday, April 20: 9 a.m. LF Women’s Bible Study; 5:30 p.m. Befrienders at Pizzeria.

Saturday, April 22: 10 a.m. LF WELCA Brunch.

Sunday, April 23: 11 a.m. Worship at Little Falls.

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, 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 19: 12 p.m. Men’s Table Talk; 5 p.m. Confirmation Cafe; 5:30 p.m. Confirmation class; 6:15 p.m. Evening Prayer Group; 6:30 p.m. LSS Human Trafficking; 6:30 p.m. BRB; 7 p.m. Sr. Choir Practice.

Thursday, April 20: 8:15 a.m. Weigh In; 8:15 a.m. Amery Area Ministerium, Congregational Church; 8:30 a.m. Bible Study.

Sunday, April 23: First Communion Sunday; 9 a.m. Contemporary Worship service w/Communion; 10:15 a.m. Sunday school; 3 p.m. Piano Recital.

Monday, April 24: 12-6 p.m. Blood Drive; Serving a meal at Serenity House.

Tuesday, April 25: 12-6 p.m. Blood Drive.

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

REDEEMER LUTHERAN, 600 S. Keller Ave., Amery Tom Hahn, pastor Wednesday, April 19: 5:30 p.m. Confirmation.

Sunday, April 23: 9:30 a.m. Worship and Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. Voter’s meeting; Rummage Sale setup; Potluck/ Chicken furnished.

Monday, April 24: 9 a.m.-? Rummage Sale set-up; 10 a.m.

Ladies’ Bible Study.

Tuesday, April 25: 9 a.m.-? Rummage Sale Set-up.

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

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

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

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DEATH NOTICES 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: 10:30 a.m. Sunday.

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

Sunday 10:30 a.m. Mass.

Tuesday 9 a.m. Communion Service.

Wednesday 9 a.m. Mass.

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

Friday 9 a.m. Communion Service.

Special events: Wednesday, April 19: No Prayer Shawl meeting, Staff meeting 9:30 a.m.; Thursday, April 20: 3rd Grade Health Fair; Sunday, April 23: First Eucharist during Mass; Monday, April 24: Start bringing in your rummage sale items ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor Wednesday, April 19: 7 p.m. Voter’s meeting.

Thursday, April 20: 1 p.m. Bible Study.

Sunday, April 23: 8 a.m. Worship; 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship.

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor Sunday, April 23: 8:45 a.m. Sunday school; 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Worship.

Tuesday, April 25: 6:30 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 19: 9 a.m. Trinity Quilting; 6-7 p.m. JAM (Jesus & Me) at Trinity; 6-7 p.m. Confirmation at Trinity.

Thursday, April 20: 5:30 p.m. Befrienders at Pizzeria.

Saturday, April 22: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and 4-7 p.m. Smorgasbord.

Sunday, April 23: 8 a.m. Worship at Trinity.

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 19: 5:30 p.m. Confirmation pictures; 5:45 p.m. Youth Worship Team practice; 6:15 p.m. CREW (Youth Group).

Thursday, April 20: Noon Gold & Silver at Faith Lutheran.

Sunday, April 23: 8:30-9:45 a.m. Sunday school, Confirmation, Youth Worship Practice; 10 a.m. Worship service.

Tuesday, April 25: 8 a.m. Sweet Hour of Prayer; 1 p.m. Study at Ridgeview.

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 Sunday, April 23, 8 and 10:30 a.m. Worship; 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship; 9:15 a.m. Sunday school.

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.

Call Bette at the Amery Free Press 715-268-8101 with corrections or additions to the church listings belmer@theameryfreepress.com

Donald R. Pederson, 86, New London, passed away Monday, April 17, at the Wisconsin Veteran’s Home in King.

Funeral arrangements are pending with Beil-Didier Funeral Home, Clintonville.

UW-Madison alum Matthew Desmond wins nonfiction Pulitzer MADISON, Wis. (AP) — An alumnus of the University of Wisconsin-Madison has won the Pulitzer Prize for general nonfiction.

Matthew Desmond was cited Monday for his book, “Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City.”

Set in Milwaukee, Desmond's book was among a wave of works that explored poverty, race and the class divide, themes that had special resonance as Republican Donald Trump campaigned on restoring the Amer-

ican Dream for “forgotten” Americans. Last month, Desmond won a National Book Critics Circle award.

Desmond's book tells the story of eight Milwaukee families faced with losing their homes.

The book was the 201617 selection for Go Big Read, UW-Madison's common-reading program.

Desmond received his doctorate from UW-Madison in 2010. He is a sociologist who works at Harvard University. In 2015, he received a MacArthur “genius” grant.

Lawmakers: Bill would help Wisconsin veterans become farmers MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Democratic and Republican lawmakers are teaming up on a bill to create a program that would help veterans become farmers and establish a logo to differentiate the state's veteran-grown products.

Democrat Rep. Evan Goyke and Republicans Sen. Patrick Testin and Rep. Ed Brooks announced the bill at a news conference Wednesday.

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It would also authorize the creation of a logo that veteran producers could use when selling their products.

Sen. Janis Ringhand, a Democrat, is also a co-sponsor.

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Barbara L. van Gorkom Barbara LuEllen van Gorkom, 91 of Mandan, ND, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on April 10, 2017. She was born is Jackson, MI on January 22, 1926 to Clarence and Doris Dalley. After graduating from high school, Barbara went on to complete her four degree in Christian Education at Fort Wayne Bible Institute in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

She was united in marriage to David A. van Gorkom on May 25, 1951, and spent the next 50 years as a pastors wife serving churches in MI, IA, WI and ND. The family moved to Amery in 1967, where her husband served as pastor of the First Baptist Church (Journey Church). After retiring, they returned to Amery where they lived until moving to Tacoma, WA. Barbara loved to read, do puzzles, try new recipes and visit with friends and family.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Ruth Kelly; sister-in-law, Ruth van Gorkom; brotherin-law, Paul Gores; and daughter-in-law, Barbara van Gorkom.

She is survived by her loving husband of nearly 66 years, David; daughter, Sheryl (Mike) Forshier of Amery, WI; sons, Timothy (Michelle) of North Branch, MN, David (Susan) of Surrey, ND, Daniel (Nadine) of Bismarck, ND; 11 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; sister, Marilyn Gores, brothers-in-law, Rev. Paul van Gorkom and Bill Kelly, as well as many other loving relatives and friends.

A private family celebration was held in Mandan, ND.

Ken E. LaBathe Ken E. LaBathe was born on March 5, 1956, the son of Shirley and Gene LaBathe and grew up in Amery.

He died unexpectedly on April 14, 2017, in Andover, MN. Ken is survived by his wife of 36 years, Deon Wichman LaBathe; children, Brent and Crystal LaBathe, Kelsey and Josh Ortmann, Blake LaBathe; mother-inlaw, Audrey Wichman; sister, Lindy and Mike Kjeseth, Jason and Kellie; brother-in-law, Kevin and Jane Wichman, Alyssa and Travis.

Ken was a sports enthusiast, avid golfer, friendly and fun family man and the family cook!

Ken’s life was honored with a vistation on Tuesday, April 18, at Faith Lutheran Church, 11115 Hanson Blvd. NW, Coon Rapids, MN, followed by a service. Memorials preferred in lieu of flowers.

Thurston-DeShaw Funeral Home, Andover, was in charge of arrangements. www.thurston-deshaw.com

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Jean B. Danielson

Jean Beth Danielson, age 95 of Clear Lake, WI, died Robert L. Orton of Glenwood City, Wisconsin was peacefully at the Amery Hospital surrounded by fami- reunited with his wife Evelyn, on Thursday, April 13, ly on April 11, 2017.

2017. He was blessed with 84 joyful years of life filled Jean was born December 4, 1921, in Black Brook with love from family and friends who cherished Township to parents Selmer and Eliza (Utgaard) Ber- him dearly before his departure. Robert was born on glund. She was baptized in July 14th 1932 in Revillo, 1921 and confirmed in 1934 South Dakota to parents, at the Deer Park MethodAndrew and Veta (Rodgist Church. Jean attended ers) Orton.

Northview Grade School As a young child his and graduated from Amery family moved to southHigh School in 1939. She ern California and a few attended Polk County Norshort years later to Wismal College and taught at consin. Robert served in a country school for one the United States Navy, year. during the Korean War. On April 24, 1943, Jean He met Evelyn Peterson was married to Kenneth and the two wedded on July 27, 1957. Their union in Leroy Danielson in Wichita Falls, Texas while Ken marriage would be blessed with two daughters, Brenserved in the Army Air Corps. They were married for da and Wanda and a son Brad with two generations of 61 years. Ken and Jean moved to the Clear Lake Com- grandchildren and almost 57 years of marriage. munity in 1949 and raised their 6 children.

In 1970, Robert and Evelyn moved to a farm in GlenJean was a member of the Methodist church for over wood City, WI from Circle Pines, Minnesota. Bob re95 years, taught Sunday school and sang in the church tired from Spencer Kellogg Linseed Oil Plant after choir. She was a member of the UWM (president and 42 years of employment. His enjoyments included secretary), the Rebekah Lodge, Eastern Star Lodge, his farm, collecting Allis Chalmers tractors, playing American Legion Auxiliary (55 years), Rural Letter cards, bowling, watching wrestling and spending time Carriers Auxiliary (state officer for 10 years), National with his children.

Rural Letter Carrier Association, Polk County RLCA Robert is survived by his children; daughters, Officer (35 years) and member of the National Associa- Brenda (Carey) Kerr and Wanda (Joe) Jackelen; son, tion of Retired Federal Employees. Jean was also a Cub Brad (Michele) Orton; grandchildren, Barry (Gena) Scout Den mother and volunteered over 27 years at the Ketchum, Brad Ketchum, Laura Kerr, Monica (Scott) Clear Lake Elementary School, where many children Miller, Gina (Kyle) Monicken, Kayla (Joe) Best, Bo called her “Grandma Jean”. She loved to give all the Orton, Brock Orton; great-grandchildren, Derek, Sachildren treats for the many holidays throughout the mantha and Ryan Ketchum, Jack, Reid and Ella Millschool year. er, Luke and Ava Monicken; sisters, Clara and Venita; Jean is preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth a brother, Alfred; as well as many other relatives and Danielson; granddaughter, Kara Danielson; parents, friends.

Selmer and Eliza Berglund; and sister, Harriet MaloRobert was preceded in death by parents; wife, Evney. elyn, brothers, Ernest, Everett, Lauren; sisters, Nina, She is survived by her children, Richard (Vickie) Mary, Doris and Velores.

Danielson, Robert Danielson, Mary (William) OuelA visitation will be held from 4 to 7 PM on Tueslette, Betty Rake, James (Nancy) Danielson, and John day, April 18, 2017 at the Williamson- White Funeral Danielson; grandchildren, Jackie (Brian) DiLaura, Home, 222 Harriman Avenue N., Amery, Wisconsin Angie (Anson) Kendall, Deena Danielson, Kenneth with a memorial service to celebrate Robert’s life at 7 and Anna Danielson, and Joey (Ben) Delaney; great PM. Robert will be laid to rest at Deronda Cemetery in grandchildren, Nicholas and Emmaline DiLaura, Deronda, Wisconsin.

Evelyn and Emelia Danielson, Paxton Kendall, Owen You may sign an online guestbook and view a video Delany; several step-grandchildren and step-great tribute at www.williamsonwhite.com. grandchildren and many other family and friends.

Arrangements were entrusted to the Williamson Funeral Services were on Friday, April 14, 2017 at the -White Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 222 United Methodist Church in Clear Lake THURSDAY, with Pastor Harriman SEPTEMBER 33, 2222 Avenue North, Amery, Wisconsin 54001.

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Interment was in the Clear Lake Cemetery.

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Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 17 PR 10 In the matter of the estate of Marvel J. Jackson PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth June 6, 1926 and date of death March 16, 2017 was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 777 85th Street, Amery, WI 54001.

3. All interested persons waived notice.

4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is July 17, 2017.

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

Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar April 3, 2017 Ann E. Brose, Doar, Drill & Skow, S.C. P.O. Box 388 New Richmond, WI 54017 715-246-2211 Bar Number 1019597 (April 11, 18, 25)

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We wish to express our sincere thanks to everyone for all the cards, flowers, thoughts and prayers during this unbearable time.

The family of Gabrielle (Gabby) Gates

A HUGE THANKS TO ALL Thank you all who were there for Hoyt. The ambulance service, ARMC staff, Scheuerman-Hammer Funeral Home, Bergmann’s and other floral places for the beautiful flowers. The people who brought food, all the hugs, cards, and condolences sent by all. Pastor Grant for the beautiful service and for singing Hoyt’s and my song, Bev Moll and Eric Pederson for the gift of music. Moe Ladies for the great food after the funeral. For those who spoke at the funeral.

Hoyt is in a better place, he is whole again. He’ll be missed by all who knew him.

A huge Hug and Thank You. The Pederson and Christensen families

With only two weeks left in the month of April, I wanted to share a note of thanks with my customers. After 30 plus years of working for United Parcel Service, UPS, now is the time to end this career.

Having driven over a million miles and handling over a million packages, and over 800,000 stops, the time has come to put away the browns and try other opportunities. I thank UPS for educating drivers on safe driving skills and safe work methods. I was able to drive safe with no unavoidable accidents and injury free for 28+ years. I have met many great people along the way, especially in the Balsam Lake and Amery area where I have delivered for the last 18 years. April 28 will be my last delivery day.

Many thanks to all customers and remember: keep your eyes on the road, expect the unexpected, lift with your legs, and always leave yourself an out.

Thanks, Rich Schultz - UPS service provider

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Please take notice that the Town Board of the Town of Lincoln will be examining roads to determine possible 2017 road work projects on Monday, April 24, 2017. They will meet at the Lincoln Town Hall 661 85th Street at 6:30 p.m. then proceed to inspect various roads in the Town as needed.

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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR BIKE WINNERS:

The Town of Lincoln is accepting bids for laying blacktop on 85th Street from Cty. Rd. F to 60th Ave. Contact Highway Superintendent Gary Utecht for specific details at 715-808-4844 or leave a message at 715-268-9282.

All bids should be mailed to: Town of Lincoln Attn: Gary Utecht, 661 85th Street, Amery, WI 54001 before May 10, 2017. Bids will be awarded at the May 11th Monthly Meeting which begins at 7:00 p.m.

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Winner of the boy’s bike was Joe Powll, 2, Amery

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REGULAR AMERY CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS March 1st, 2017 The Amery City Council met for a Regular Meeting on March 1, 2017 at City Hall. Mayor Kay Erickson called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.

Present: Erickson, Kristen Vicker, Rick Van Blaricom, Julie Riemenschneider, Tim Strohbusch, and Rick Davis arrived at 5:25 p.m.

Excused: David Myers.

Staff present: Frances Duncanson, David Chanski, Bones McCarty, Chanz Green, Dale Koehler, and James Nalen.

Others present: Larry Stelter, Judie Johnson, Jessica de la Cruz of the Amery Free Press, Bob Zank of WPCA, Craig Moriak, Gloria Bauer, Gloria Lansin, Jim Kuchta of the Amery School District, Paul Isakson, George Sigsworth, Sharon Paulson, Darren Van Blaricom, Michael Simonson, and several school children and their parents.

Clerk Duncanson conducted roll call.

Kristen Vicker led the Pledge of Allegiance.

There was a moment of silence for several community members who recently passed away.

The Council did not feel the need to go in to closed session proceedings.

Motion by Van Blaricom and seconded by Vicker to approve “Final Separation Agreement and Unconditional Release” with Darcy Long. This motion was later amended by Van Blaricom and Vicker to include appointing City Clerk-Treasurer Frances Duncanson as acting City Administrator.

Ayes-5 Nays-0 Motion carried.

Motion by Strohbusch and seconded by Riemenschneider to approve the minutes of the February 1st 2017 and February 14th 2017 City Council meetings.

Ayes-4 Nays-0 Motion carried.

School District of Amery general fund referendum presentation – District Administrator James Kuchta The Council moved this item up on the agenda to permit Mr. Kuchta to attend another function. Mr. Kutcha reviewed the need for additional funding due to cuts in state aid and the changing needs of the district. This is an operational referendum for staff, technology, maintenance and security, and instructional resources and is not expected to raise tax rates as debt is being retired at the same time. The issue will be on the ballot April 4th.

Officers Reports Police Chief - Marson was absent due to conducting traffic control at a large community event.

DPW Director McCarty: The Dept. is sanding and salting as needed and trying to keep up with patching potholes. Some repairs on equipment. They are doing tree trimming as part of the Tree City USA program requirements. Trees that are planted in the boulevard need permission from the City and will be trimmed if need be. They are conducting brush trimming at the airport in the fly zone. Street sweeping season is coming up.

Fire Chief - Koehler: Was absent due to assisting with traffic control at a large community event.

Library Director Nalen: School is off next week there will be a Dr. Seuss Birthday party, games, and crafts. Tammy Turcotte will be doing a martial arts demonstration. The Dept. is analyzing why there are some short-term declining circulation numbers early in 2017.

Clerk-Treasurer Duncanson: Commented on the Primary Election held in February 21st. The annual audit of City finances is next week. There will be meetings on March 16th to approve the Kwik Trip project. Concept approval for the new hotel project will be in March. Meetings will be held with DOT on street access to the new industrial park.

Management Analyst Chanski: The Walkability study policy alternatives are close to being finished and will be presented in April. The water recreation study has begun with a survey will be enclosed with the next utility bills. Chanski will be attending website training tomorrow.

Committee Reports Finance Davis: The Committee recommended a budget amendment to pave the Griffin Street Bridge from the Rainy Day Fund. Christmas decorations will be replacement with assistance from the Amery Community Club and a budget amendment recommended. There was a closed session for the Sr. Center lease and T-Mobile lease agreements.

Parks & Recreation Van Blaricom: The committee discussed the status of a proposed Dog Park located at the northwest corner at the end of the Airport runway. The City does not want to include the leased farmland in the project so as not to lose revenue. Discussion was held on a policy for using the Fire Hall, no official action was taken.

Building Inspector Annual Report-Craig Moriak Moriak commented on changes to building codes at the state level. It has been six years since the last building code updates. Electrical inspection changes are still on hold. Hopefully gains in new construction will continue. There will be a new computer program for reporting through the internet.

City of Amery Housing Study presentation – Management Analyst David Chanski Chanski presented findings of the study. Items covered were demographics, current housing status and characteristics, results of the housing survey data and responses, potential options to improve housing options in the City and next steps that could be taken.

Motion by Strohbusch and seconded by Vicker to adjourn at 6:48 p.m.

Ayes-5 Nays-0 Motion carried.

Frances Duncanson, City Clerk SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 16th, 2017 The Amery City Council held a Special Meeting on March 16, 2017, at City Hall. Mayor Kay Erickson called the meeting to order at 11:05 a.m.

Present: Erickson, Rick Davis, Julie Riemenschneider, Kristen Vicker, Tim Strohbusch, and Rick Van Blaricom via speakerphone.

Excused: David Myers and Kristen Vicker, Staff present: Frances Duncanson, David Chanski, Bones McCarty Others present: Paul Isakson, Larry Stelter, Erik Henningsgard of SEH, Scott Teigen and Nate Byom of Kwik Trip, and Jessica de la Cruz of the Amery Free Press.

Consideration of Planning Commission recommendations regarding an application for a conditional use permit from Kwik Trip, Inc. to permit the construction of a gas station, convenience store, and carwash at 855 Keller Avenue South in the City of Amery, Polk County, Wisconsin. This conditional use is permitted under Sec. 13-1-38 (c) (8) (11) of the City of Amery Zoning Code of Ordinances.

Earlier both the Zoning Board of Appeals and Planning Commission both voted in favor of granting a variance and approving the project.

Motion by Strohbusch and seconded by Riemenschneider to approve the conditional use permit for Kwik Trip as described to allow them to contract a gas station and carwash at 855 Keller Avenue South contingent upon Polk Co. granting them a storm water permit.

Ayes-5 Nays-0 Motion carried.

Consideration of Planning Commission recommendations for site plan review approval for Kwik Trip Inc. to construct a new gas station, convenience store and carwash at 855 Keller Ave So. Motion by Van Blaricom and seconded by Strohbusch to approve the site plan including the CSM for the Kwik Trip project at 855 Keller Ave. So. contingent upon Polk county approval of their storm water permit.

Ayes-5 Nays-0 Motion carried.

Motion by Davis and seconded by Riemenschneider to appoint Ed Flanum to the Zoning Board of Appeals.

Ayes-5 Nays-0 Motion carried.

No motions were made or official action taken but Council consensus was to recommend to the Polk County Board Kate Isakson for appointment to the vacant Supervisor seat that represents the City of Amery.

Motion by Strohbusch and seconded by Riemenschneider to adjourn at 11:11 a.m.

Ayes-5 Nays-0 Motion carried.

Frances Duncanson, Acting City Administrator

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NOTICE TOWN OF CLEAR LAKE SPRING CLEAN-UP DAY All residents of the Town of Clear Lake are invited to attend our SPRING CLEAN-UP DAY! Please bring all of your unrecyclable trash and junk* to the Town Hall on Saturday, April 29, 2017, from 8am to 12pm.

Please do not bring garbage, leaves, garden or yard trimmings, concrete, chemicals or any other recyclable items. There will be a charge for some larger items.

If you have questions, please call one of the Town of Clear Lake Board Members. *Charges apply to certain items.

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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Polk County Highway Department (Owner) Balsam Lake, Wisconsin Bull Brook Bridge Replacement Sealed Bids for the construction of the Bull Brook Bridge Replacement project will be received by Polk County, at the office of the Polk County Highway Department, 518 Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810, until 11:00 a.m. local time on April 27, 2017, at which time the Bids received will be publicly opened and read.

The Project consists of Bull Brook bridge replacement including bridge removal, excavation for structures, erosion control, concrete single-span slab bridge, concrete abutments, piles, parapet, riprap, beam guard, driveway relocation, and restoration. The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents is: Cooper Engineering Company, Inc., 2600 College Drive, Rice Lake, Wisconsin. Prospective Bidders may examine the Bidding Documents at the Issuing Office on Mondays through Fridays between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and may obtain copies of the Bidding Documents from the Issuing Office as described below. Complete digital project bidding documents are available at www. questcdn.com. You may download the digital plan documents for $10.00 by inputting Quest project #5031670 on the website’s Project Search page. Please contact QuestCDN.com at (952) 233-1632 or info@questcdn. com for assistance in free membership registration, downloading, and working with this digital project information. Bidding Documents also may be examined at the office of the Polk County Highway Department, 518 Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810, on Mondays through Thursdays between the hours of 6:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Printed copies of the Bidding Documents may be obtained from the Issuing Office, during the hours indicated above, upon payment of a nonrefundable fee of $25.00 for each set. Checks for Bidding Documents shall be payable to Cooper Engineering Company, Inc. and sent to 2600 College Drive, P.O. Box 230, Rice Lake, Wisconsin 54868. Upon request and receipt of the document payment indicated above, the Issuing Office will transmit the Bidding Documents via delivery service. The date that the Bidding Documents are transmitted by the Issuing Office will be considered the Bidder’s date of receipt of the Bidding Documents.

Partial sets of Bidding Documents will not be available from the Issuing Office. Neither Owner nor Engineer will be responsible for full or partial sets of Bidding Documents, including Addenda if any, obtained from sources other than the Issuing Office. The bid proposal shall be accompanied by a certified check or bid bond in an amount not less than 5% of the maximum bid price, payable to the Polk County, as a guarantee that the bidder, if bid is accepted, will execute and file the proper contract and 100 percent performance and payment bonds within 15 days after the Notice of Award. In case the Bidder fails to file such contract and required bonds, the check or bid bond shall be forfeited to Polk County as liquidated damages. Letting of contracts will be subject to Section 66.0901 Wisconsin Statutes, Public Works, Contracts, and Bids. The Polk County Highway Department reserves the right to waive any formalities in the preparation of a bid and to reject any or all bids. No bidder may withdraw his bid within 60 days after the scheduled time of bid opening. Owner: Polk County Highway Department; By: Cooper Engineering Company, Inc., 2600 College Drive, P.O. Box 230, Rice Lake, WI 54868-0230, Date: April 13, 2017 WNAXLP

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Wisconsin Department of Health to pay nearly $7 million to resolve false food stamp claims MADISON, WIS. - The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (WDHS) has agreed to pay the United States $6,991,905 to resolve allegations that it violated the False Claims Act in its administration of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), the Department of Justice announced today. Until 2008, SNAP was known as the Food Stamp Program.

Under SNAP, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) provides eligible low-income individuals and families with financial assistance to buy nutritious food. Since 2010, SNAP has served on average more than 45 million Americans per month, and provided more than $71 billion annually.

"This settlement reflects the Justice Department’s commitment to ensuring that taxpayer funds are spent appropriately so that the public can have confidence in the integrity of programs like SNAP,” said Acting Assistant Attorney General Chad A. Readler of the Justice Department’s Civil Division.

Although the federal government funds SNAP benefits, it

relies on the states to determine whether applicants are eligible for benefits, to administer those benefits, and to perform quality control to ensure that eligibility decisions are accurate.

USDA requires that the states’ quality control processes ensure that benefits are correctly awarded, are free from bias, and accurately report states’ error rates in making eligibility decisions. The USDA reimburses states for a portion of their administrative expenses in administering SNAP, including expenses for providing quality control. The USDA also pays performance bonuses to states that report the lowest and the most improved error rates each year, and can impose monetary sanctions on states with high error rates that do not show improvement.

As part of the settlement, WDHS admitted that, beginning in 2008, it utilized the services of Julie Osnes Consulting, a quality control consultant, to review the error cases identified by WDHS quality control workers. WDHS further admitted that based on instructions from Julie Osnes Consulting it

implemented several improper and biased quality control practices, including: (1) finding a basis for dropping error cases from the review by discouraging beneficiaries from cooperating with information requests and pursuing unnecessary information; (2) selectively applying requirements and policies to overturn and reduce errors; (3) asking beneficiaries leading questions to obtain desired answers to eliminate error potential; (4) arbitrating any and all differences with USDA; (5) subjecting error cases to additional scrutiny and quality control casework with the goal of overturning an error or dropping a case; and (6) omitting verifying information in documents made available to USDA. These practices improperly decreased WDHS’s reported error rate, and as a result, WDHS earned performance bonuses for 2009, 2010, and 2011 to which it was not entitled.

This is the second settlement with a state agency for manipulating its SNAP quality control findings. On April 7, 2017, the Virginia Department of Social Services agreed to pay over $7

Polk County ranks high for quality of life in newly released study Polk County ranked 28 out of 72 counties for health outcomes and 28 out of 72 counties for health factors, according to the seventh annual County Health Rankings, released by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute (UWPHI). The Rankings are available at www.countyhealthrankings.org.

“The Rankings provide us with information to see what is affecting the health of Polk County residents so that we can see where we are doing well, where we need to improve, and what steps we need to take as a county to remove barriers to good health,” noted Wendy Bauman, Polk County Health Officer. The Rankings show that where you live influences how well and how long you live. The local level data is influenced by many factors beyond medical care including housing, education, jobs, access to healthy foods, and more.

The data is reported on an annual basis,

so we can look for trends Polk County Rankings for 2017 out of the 72 Wisconsin Counties: •Overall Health Outcomes Ranking – 28th out of 72 -Length of Life - 44th out of 72 -Quality of Life - 9th out of 72 •Overall Health Factors Ranking 28th out of 72 •Health Behaviors - 19th out of 72 -Clinical Care - 43rd out of 72 -Social and Economic Factors - 29th out of 72 -Physical Environment - 46th out of 72 The County Health Rankings has become one very useful tool and plays an important role in creating Polk County’s Community Health Assessment (CHA). The ultimate goal of a community health assessment is to prioritize the health needs of the community and to develop a Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) with strategies to address the health needs and associated issues that influence health.

million to resolve its liability associated with the use of Julie Osnes Consulting to improperly reduce its reported error rate.

“While I am deeply troubled that these actions happened within a state agency entrusted with assisting vulnerable and needy Wisconsin residents, I am heartened that WDHS has cleaned up its act and that it cooperated with our investigation,” said Acting U.S. Attorney Jeffrey M. Anderson for the Western District of Wisconsin.

“Together with our partners in the Civil Division and the USDA, we will continue to investigate and hold accountable entities, including government entities, which misuse and wrongfully obtain SNAP funding.”

“We appreciate the commitment and investigative assistance provided by our partners at the Department of Justice’s Civil Division and the U.S. Attorney’s Office throughout this multi-state investigation,” said Special Agent-in-Charge Bethanne M. Dinkins of the USDA Office of Inspector General (OIG). “We also wish to note the

technical assistance provided by our colleagues in the Office of Audit at OIG. During the investigation, conducted by OIG’s Northeast Regional Office, we worked together to address the concerns of employees of multiple states and others who alleged that the integrity of the SNAP quality control process was weakened by third-party consultants. These concerned individuals reported that cases were not being treated in a consistent manner, and that certain advice from consultants resulted in identified errors being diminished rather than used to improve eligibility determinations. The settlements reached to date send a strong message regarding the Government’s commitment to work across agency lines to protect the integrity of SNAP.” The settlement was the result of a joint investigation conducted by the UDSA Office of Inspector General, the Civil Division’s Commercial Litigation Branch, and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Wisconsin, that arose out of a nationwide audit of SNAP QC processes by the USDA-OIG.

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United Way launches new program to fight hunger in Polk County United Way St. Croix Valley is launching a new program to fight hunger in Polk County, said Ann Searles, Executive Director. Through this new program, the organization will work directly with small farmers to obtain locally grown food to distribute to local food pantries.

“We are thrilled to announce this new program focused on fighting hunger right here in Polk County,” said Searles.

“One of the first things I began hearing when I started my position at United Way St. Croix Valley was that there is a real issue of hunger in Polk County. We heard that message coming directly from the community, and we have been working with some great new partners to create a response to the need.”

United Way St. Croix Valley will partner with the Farm Table Foundation, located in

Amery, to distribute fresh produce and other nutritious food out of the existing warehouse location for the Hungry Turtle Farmers Co-op. During the growing season, they will purchase fresh produce from local farms, and will also receive deliveries from The Food Group, a nonprofit food bank located in Minnesota, to help supplement the food year-round.

Beginning in June, they plan to distribute milk, meat, and other healthy food to the seven food pantries and homeless shelter serving Polk County.

Another key part of the program will include cooking classes that will help people learn how to prepare and cook meals with fresh, local produce. Food pantry staff and volunteers told Searles that clients sometimes don’t know how to cook with the fresh produce that is offered at the pantry. Working with Farm Table

Foundation, United Way St. Croix Valley will sponsor classes for food pantry volunteers and staff so they can learn recipes and preparation tips that will help them distribute more of these healthy foods. “When a pantry volunteer can offer a great recipe and can talk about how easy it is to prepare, the clients are going to be more likely to try the new item,” said Searles. And families who are using the food pantry will be encouraged to take the classes.

“We would love to bring everyone together in the Farm Table space in Amery, where children and families can see how the food comes right from the farm, and learn how to cook it and make nutritious meals.”

That connection between local farmers and those in need was an exciting one for Peter Henry, cofounder of the Farm Table Foundation. “We are excited to be working with Unit-

ed Way St. Croix Valley on this project. At Farm Table Foundation, our work focuses on promoting local, nutrient rich food. If more people in Polk County get food that is healthy, from farms that are sustainable and strong, then everyone benefits.”

Cheryl Bowman of the Amery Food Shelf agrees.

“There is so much need in our community. Knowing that our food pantry will start receiving these monthly distributions of free, nutritious food is just such a relief. We love that the food will be from local farms, helping to support them as well. And it will be great to be able to offer the cooking classes so that people will know how to prepare the great food that we are able to offer.

We are delighted!”

United Way St. Croix Valley has dedicated funding to launch the program, and is

participating in the giveBIG St. Croix Valley fundraising day on April 25th to help raise additional dollars to support the work. Donations will be used to purchase local produce for food pantries and offer cooking classes for those in need. To learn more and support the project, you can visit the giveBIG St. Croix Valley website at www.giveSCV.org and click on the link for United Way St. Croix Valley.

United Way St. Croix Valley advances the common good by creating opportunities for all.

They focus on projects supporting education, income, and health – the building blocks for a good quality of life. United Way St. Croix Valley works with businesses, individuals, and nonprofits to solve community problems in St. Croix, Pierce, and Polk counties.

Amery Chevrolet goes to bat for Amery Youth Baseball Amery– Amery Chevrolet is partnering with the Amery Youth Baseball in Amery. Amery Chevrolet has joined forces with the national Chevrolet Youth Baseball program to provide new equipment, invitations to FREE instructional clinics, and an opportunity for community members to earn donations for their league via a Test Drive fundraiser.

“Playing the game of baseball helps kids develop skills like leadership, cooperation and sportsmanship while bringing families and communities together to show their support. Amery Chevrolet and Chevrolet Youth Baseball are proud to participate in a sport that brings so many smiles to kids and families in Amery,” said Natalie Keller, Marketing Coordinator for Amery Chevrolet. “Chevrolet believes that in play, there are possibilities and supports the spirit of teamwork that baseball instills in its players.”

2017 marks Chevrolet’s Youth Baseball program’s 12th year, and since its introduction has helped aid local teams, benefiting more than 6.7 million young people in communities where Chevrolet’s customers live, work and play. In 2016, more than 1,500 Chevrolet dealers participated across the country.

Amery Chevrolet will present an equipment kit that includes useful items such as bags, scorebooks, industrial-strength batting tees, ball buckets and Chevrolet Youth Baseball T-shirts. The sponsorship also includes youth clinics featuring current and former MLB/MiLB players and coaches, and instructors from Ripken Baseball.

In addition, Amery Chevrolet will present a check representing a one-time monetary contribution to Amery Youth Baseball. Sponsored leagues across the country will have the chance to earn additional funds as community members take test drives at their partnering dealership to help support the league. Contact us at Amery Chevrolet to learn how to help raise more money (715-268-7676)!

In addition to its commitment to youth baseball, Chevrolet also is the Official Vehicle of Major League Baseball™.

For more information about Chevrolet Youth Baseball, please visit www.youthsportswired.com.

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Rain fails to dampen spirits at Easter Egg Hunt

Winners in the basket drawing were, front row from left: Flynn and Emma Schadow, Centuria; Carter Beauvais, Deer Park; Benjamin Tilseth, Clear Lake; Logan Page, New Richmond and Tyler Gustason, Amery. Back row: Mahiyah Whitetail, Amery; Macie Boe, Amery; Kaden Place, Woodbury, Minn. and Christopher Page, Monticello, Minn.

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Members of the Amery Royalty were present to help with the hunt. From left: Princesses Alliana Hoyer, Emma Curtis and Julia Lindquist and Miss Amery Jenesis Gustafson.

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The Easter Bunny was busy with photos with fans. Cahill Photography gave a free photo for a donation of a non perishable food item for the Amery Area Food Pantry.

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Northwoods Homeless Shelters is a local non-profit that helps families in crisis in our county. Its mission is to provide emergency shelter to homeless families and individuals in our county and the surrounding area, provide support and case management while our residents are addressing the issues that caused the homeless situation, and assist them in the process of identifying and moving into affordable, permanent housing. While families are working on the goals set for them in their Plan for Self-Sufficiency, we provide case management and client assistance, as needed. Some of THURSDAY, the assistance SEPTEMBE that may be available can include: food, VOL. 131gas NO. cards, 19 www.moram phone cards, ID costs, transportation, medical and dental assistance, prescription and over-the-counter medicine costs, work clothing, some car repair, education costs, and rent and utility assistance. We have emergency shelter units in Amery and Luck.

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Northwoods has over $7,500.00 in challenge matches!! That means that we have the opportunity to raise over $15,000.00 that will help needy families in our county achieve self-sufficiency and permanent housing. You can help by either 1) giving online at https://givescv.razoo.com/us/story/Northwoods-Homeless-Shelters or 2) send a check (put Give BIG in the memo line) to Northwoods Homeless Shelters, P.O. Box 411, Amery, WI 54001. Thank you, in advance, for your support. Your assistance is a blessing to those in need in our county.

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Prom 2017

It’s prom week at Amery High School. A King and Queen will be crowned during the Grand March at the High School Auditorium at 5:00 on Saturday. The public is invited to attend the ceremony for $1. Following the Grand March students will be bussed to the Enchanted Barn in Hillsdale for prom festivities, where a theme of ‘Under the Stars’ awaits. This year’s prom court are Juniors (back, left to right) Jude Ingham, James Baillargeon, Ryan Van Blaricom, Myron Marko, Bennett Hellie, (front, left to right) Alliana Hoyer, Kallie Weisenbeck, Zoey Matthews, Cami White, and Grace Grimm.

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Arnell seeks to raise $14,000 through giveBIG It was a week of constant motion at the shelter. With an average number of animals in our care, people stopped by to see the cats or inquire about available dogs. Others came to reclaim their wayward Chocolate Labs, Husky and Pit bull mixes.

Our Low Income Spay Neuter Program was popular; many vouchers for low cost surgery were purchased . On Thursday, Dr. Helen and Vet Tech Nadine came to the shelter to spay and neuter our adoptable pets. On Friday, a small group of teenage girls celebrated a birthday by learning to make rope pull toys for dogs and how to train an adorable young shelter dog named Junie Moon.

Adoptions kept us hopping too. Barn Cat candidates Simone and Gus went to live together with a cat friendly family in need of barn mousers. Young

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cats Star, Mattie, Poppy and Smudge were happily loaded into pet taxi’s to make the trip to their new homes. Toby, the middle aged Bulldog-Boxer mix, had recovered from his tail surgery and was ecstatic to go home with his very own kids. A Terrier Mix with long hair, Amos, was on the website for one day before he was scooped up by a family who had adopted from Arnell before. He will definitely add excitement and wet kisses to their home; just what they asked for.

Arnell Memorial Humane Society is all of these events. The order in which they occur is as random as the strays that come through the door. Arnell is here for people and animals. Help Arnell continue to help them.

On Tuesday, April 25th, show your support for our non-profit animal shelter – join the com-

celebrate. Visit the giveBig web page: https://giveSCV.razoo. com to make your tax-deductible donation between today and the official one day of giving, April 25th. Your gift will be added to the Arnell giveBig total and help us reach our goal of $14,000 to help the animals.

Just by supporting Arnell with an online giveBig donation, you have the ability to add to the fundraising total. The first donations made to Arnell will be matched by a grant from the Arnell Board of Directors and Nestle-Purina, doubling them to become $6,000.

Through Razoo and local business sponsors, the top three nonprofit organizations that receive the greatest number of individual donors during the giveBIG St. Croix Valley event will receive bonus grants. Additionally, throughout the day

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Adopted from Arnell, Shar Pei mix Silas, put on his giveBig party hat to ask you to help us

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Mail your gift to: Arnell Memorial Humane Society, 185 Griffin St East, Amery, WI 54001.

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Dump cakes are so popular and they taste good, too. This one uses cherry pie filling and pineapple.

PINEAPPLE CHERRY DUMP CAKE Coat a 9x13” baking pan with non-stick cooking spray.

Combine in prepared pan and mix well: 1 can (20 oz.) crushed pineapple, undrained 1 can (21 oz.) cherry pie filling In medium bowl, combine: 1 box (15-3/4 oz.) yellow cake mix 1 tsp. cinnamon Sprinkle above mixture over the cherries and pineapple mixture.

Sprinkle on top: 1/2 c. chopped walnuts (or pecans) Melt and drizzle over everything: 1 stick melted butter Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.

Serve warm or room temp. If you’d like, add a dollop of whipped cream/topping or a scoop of your favorite ice cream when serving.

If you like quiche, this recipe is an easy and tasty quiche.

BACON AND CHEESE QUICHE You will need 1 pie crust placed in a 9” deep dish glass pie plate.

Fry 8 slices bacon until crispy, drain and crumble.

Put into medium bowl and mix well: 4 eggs, slightly beaten 1 c. half-and-half or milk 1/4 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. pepper Put into the unbaked pie shell: The cooked bacon 1 c. shredded Swiss or Cheddar cheese (4 oz.)

1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese 1 T. chopped onion Pour the egg mixture on top of the bacon/cheese layer.

Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Cut into wedges and serve. Serves 6-8.

Soup is good for any meal or any time. This uses cooked chicken breast (or your favorite part of the chicken).

CHICKEN AND DUMPLING SOUP Sauté in Dutch oven or soup kettle for about 5 minutes: 2 T. olive oil or veg. oil 2 c. chopped carrots 1 c. chopped onion 1 c. chopped celery (include some leaves) Stir in: 8 c. chicken broth 2 c. cooked chicken, shredded, pulled or cubed 1/2 tsp. black peppercorns 1 tsp. dried thyme 2 bay leaves Reduce heat to low, partially covered and simmer for 20 minutes.

While above is cooking, combine well in bowl: 1 c. whole wheat flour 1 c. white flour 3/4 c. milk 1 large egg While soup is simmering, drop the dumpling mixture into the soup in small amounts. Use a teaspoon and put in about 1/2 tsp. of dumpling doug and slide off into the soup. Cover the kettle and let simmer for 20 minutes.

Remove the bay leaves.

Stir in: 2 c. freshly and coarsely chopped spinach leaves Let simmer for just a bit until leaves are wilted.

Serves 6-8. If you don’t like spinach, leave that out but it will add nutrition and color to the soup.

If you like Tetrazzini, you should like this recipe.

Use your left over turkey (or chicken) for this recipe.

This is a make-ahead recipe so you can bake it about an hour ahead of when you need it.

Bundt cakes are so attractive to serve. This begins with a cake mix.

MAKE-AHEAD TURKEY TETRAZZINI Cook according to directions on package and drain: 8 oz. uncooked spaghetti While spaghetti is cooking, sauté, over medium heat, in a larger skillet until tender, stirring frequently, about 5 minutes: 1/4 c. butter 2 c. sliced fresh mushrooms Reduce heat and add, stirring until bubbly: 3 T. flour Gradually add, stirring constantly until mixture boils and thickens: 2 c. chicken broth Remove from heat and add and stir in: 3/4 c. half- and –half 1 T. water– more if needed if mixture seems too thick 1 tsp. salt 1/8 tsp. nutmeg dash of pepper 1/4 c. freshly chopped parsley Add and stir gently to combine: the cooked and drained spaghetti 3 c. cooked and cubed turkey (or chicken) Spoon mixture into an ungreased 9x13” glass baking pan (or 3 qt. glass casserole dish. Cover with foil and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.

When ready to bake, sprinkle with: 1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese Bake at 350° for 50-55 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Remove the foil during the last 10 minutes of baking time. Just before serving, sprinkle with some freshly chopped parsley, if desired. Serves 6-8.

Coat a 10” bundt cake pan with cooking spray and then lightly flour. Tip pan over garbage can and gently tap to remove any excess flour.

Combine in large bowl and prepare according to directions on package: 1 pkg. (18.25 oz.) chocolate cake mix Add and stir in: 1/2 c. mini semi-sweet chocolate chips 1/2 c. chopped walnuts Pour batter into the prepared bundt pan and bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until done (toothpick test).

Remove from oven and put onto wire rack to cool in pan for 20 minutes. Invert cake onto wire rack and cook thoroughly before putting onto a plate/platter.

Combine in small saucepan: 1/2 c. marshmallow crème Melt, stirring constantly. Pour this over the cake, letting it drizzle down the sides.

Sprinkle on top of the cake: 2 T. mini chocolate chips 2 T. chopped nuts Let sit awhile, then slice and serve.

ROCKY ROAD BUNDT CAKE

Tip: When frosting a layer cake, put 4 strips of waxed paper partially beneath the first layer on all sides. Frost and add the second layer. Frost the top layer and the sides. Then gently pull out the waxed paper and you should have a clean plate around the sides of the cake.

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Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Pool, 9 am Circle of Sisters, 12:30 pm Hand & Foot, 1 pm Amery Memory Cafe, 7 pm AA 9:30 am Amery Area Garden Club meets at the Amery Library 4-7 pm Pork Dinner in First Lutheran Church 4:15 pm HS Boys Tennis at Baldwin-Woodville 4:30 pm HS Girls Soccer vs. Osceola, here 5 pm HS Baseball vs.

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HIGHER EDUCATION HONORS AND ACCOLADES Concordia University, St. Paul announces Fall 2016 Dean's List ST. PAUL, Minn. - Concordia University, St Paul has announced its Dean's List for the Fall 2016 semester. This honor recognizes full-time (12 or more credits) students who have achieved a grade-point average of 3.6 or above.

The following students earned a place on the list: Callie Popoca, Senior - Centuria, WI Cole Riemer, Freshman Osceola, WI Founded in 1893, Concordia University, St. Paul is a comprehensive liberal arts university that delivers academic programs designed to respond to marketplace needs by teaching relevant skills and abilities that employers seek. Our affiliation with The Lutheran Church- Missouri Synod and our Christian setting allow you to discover and engage your purpose for life, career, and service. Learn more at www.csp.edu.

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Art Winners These students are this year’s local winners in the annual Helen Mears Memorial Art contest, sponsored by the Amery Woman’s club. The top three paintings advance to district level competition. If they win there, they will continue on to state competition. These students were hosted for dinner at the latest Woman’s Club meeting where they received awards and were given the opportunity to talk about their paintings. Pictured are (left to right) Sophia Whitley, Kelsey Oman, Anna Ganje, Wyatt Luchtenburg, and Keaton Tollakson.

Earth Day celebration, GiveBIG supporting non-profits Happy Earth Day Week!

Our Earth is an amazing object and it is our duty to take good care of it. As I came to Pounding work this morning, I saw that an the Adopt-A-HighPavement way crew had been out picking Pam Humpal up trash in the ditches…thank you for doing that. People throwing garbage and cigarette butts out their car window is one of my pet peeves. Please dispose of your garbage properly in a trash can when you get home.

It would make the countryside ditches look much better.

The Amery Hospital & Clinic is doing their part for Earth Day by offering a collection day for computers, cell phones, etc. A list of acceptable items can be found in this issue. The recycling event will be held on Friday, April 21, from noon to 3pm in the Amery Community Center parking lot. This is a great time to rid your home of those unwanted electronics.

On Saturday, April 22, the public is invited to the 1st Annual Clear Lake Earth Day Celebration at the Clear Lake Area Community Center from 8am to 4pm. The day will begin with a free-will donation pancake breakfast followed by a green vendor fair, education-

al speakers, exhibits, and kids activities. The celebration will be honoring Gaylord Nelson, a native of Clear Lake and founder of Earth Day. Admission to the event is free.

Spring is here, and I like it! Over the last couple of days, I have seen people mowing their grass, and farmers moving the ground a bit in the fields…great signs of nice weather.

Our special Spring Section which is included in this issue deals with Spring cleaning, home decorating, car maintenance, energy, home improvements, gardening, window treatments, lawn mowers, recreational vehicles, boats, health, communications, insurance, appliances, water conditioning, lawn care, recreation, and much more. Thank you to the area businesses for being a part of our annual Spring Section…enjoy the change of season!

The Clear Lake Community Theatre presents “Murder At Crooked House” Friday-Sunday, April 21, 22, 23, 28, 29 and 30 at the Clear Lake Community Center Gymnasium. Admission is $8 adults, $7 senior citizen, $5 18 and under. Refreshments with a free-will donation will be served during intermission.

The Amery Hospital & Clinic and Westfields Hospital & Clinic is sponsoring a Diabetes Expo on Monday, April 24, from 5:30 to

7:30pm at Westfields Hospital & Clinic in New Richmond. The free classes will provide knowledge and the tools needed for you or someone you know to take charge of their diabetes. Please pre-register by calling 651-430-4655.

You have probably seen the “GIVE BIG” signs around town.

This Tuesday, April 25, you will have a chance to show your support for various organizations in Amery, Osceola and St Croix Falls by making a monetary donation to the cause. A list of participating businesses and what they have to offer the community can be found on special pages elsewhere in this issue. “Give Big”…supporting nonprofits in the St Croix Valley.

Golfers are you ready? It’s time to get those clubs out of storage. On Tuesday, May 2, the Amery Free Press will publish special sections featuring the Amery and Clear Lake Golf Courses. The sections will have the club’s Summer schedule, tips on how to play each hole, and golf course information. Area businesses who would like to be a part of the Amery &/or Clear Lake Golf Sections please give me a call today at 715-268-8101.

Have a great week…and smile, it is contagious!

It's hard to leave the rosebuds not quite open.

They bob in the breeze, invite me to stay on.

I know that in days those petals will unfold, to greet others cheerily when I am gone.

They cluster eagerly on new branch tips, ready to excel those now in bloom.

My mind's eye will view them white and fair, when I am in another clime and room.

But, ah! The picture has another side; my destination also bids me view, the fluffy pussy willows in the marsh, and tulips bursting forth with life anew.

Just look again; how nice to meet the day, with all the warmth and beauty at both ends.

How blessed I am, attended either way, flowers of the season and steadfast friends.

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These students have earned recognition for doing things the Warrior Way: Being Respectful, Responsible and Safe.

The Grand Prize Warrior Way Winners are: Back Row (Left to right) Edward Nihiser and Trevor Hinz. Front Row (Left to right) Summer Carlson and Mia Freeman

Back Row – (Left to right) Aiden Schleusner, Kailey Nelson, Trevor Hinz, Sarek Eklund, Amiyah Paffel, Kylie Burch, Paige Ralidak, Emily Braaten, Hailey Marciniak, and Braxton Allee. Middle Row – (Left to right) Nelson Wilcox, Zephaniah Carlson, Edward Nihiser, Dakota Diemel, Allyson Peterson, Taylor Bush, Kaylee Waalen, Katie Lester, Paige Komanec and Davis Madsen. Front Row – (Left to right) Paityn Cain, Kya Nelson, Brooke Jansen, Summer Carlson, Mia Freeman, Samantha Sigsworth, Jaden DeMarre, Evelyn Braaten, Chloe Jicinsky.

Absent – Zoey Bly-Larson, Alexis Lyon and Kasidi Jenderny.

Zebra Mussel discovered in Polk County the Great Lakes in 1988. Today, zebra mussels are found in the St. Croix River from Stillwater south to its confluence with the Mississippi River and in nearby lakes such as Forest Lake and White Bear Lake in Washington County, Bass Lake in St. Croix County, and Big McKenzie Lake in Burnett and Washburn Counties.

Attend a day-long workshop on Monday, April 24th at the Alliance Church of the Valley in St. Croix Falls to learn more about zebra mussel monitoring, control, and watercraft decontamination. For more information and to register visit: stcroixriverassociation.org/ events.

The discovery of a zebra mussel on Deer Lake highlights the important role of citizens in preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species. If you’re interested in learning to identify zebra mussels and other invasive species, contact Katelin Anderson at katelin.anderson@ co.polk.wi.us or 715-485-8637.

In September 2016, a single adult zebra mussel was found on the northeast side of Deer Lake by a citizen. Partners from the Deer Lake Improvement Association, Harmony Environmental, Bone Lake Management District, Polk County Land and Water Resources Department, St. Croix River Association, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, National Park Service, and US Fish and Wildlife Service met this winter to coordinate a zebra mussel monitoring effort for Deer Lake and additional Polk County lakes and rivers. The monitoring effort will include shoreline searches, tow nets (which sample for immature zebra mussels), and plate/cinder block samplers that are left underwater for adult zebra mussels to attach to.

Zebra mussels are small, fingernail-sized invasive mussels that damage ecosystems by harming fisheries, smothering native mussels and crayfish, and littering beaches with their sharp shells. They attach to hard surfaces, including boats and docks, and clog water intake pipes.

Native to Eastern Europe and Western Russia, zebra mussels were brought An example of a cluster of zebra mussels. Photo Credit: Minover in the ballast water nesota Department of Natural Resources of ships and first found in

AMERY COMMUNITY EDUCATION If you did not receive a Community Education brochure in your mail, you can pick one up at any of the 4 schools or the public library. You can also view the entire brochure and register online through the Community Ed link on the Amery School website www.amerysd.k12.wi.us 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.

Estate Planning: Identify the five common estate planning mistakes to avoid, identify ways to protect your assets, and help you determine your specific estate planning needs.

May 2 from 6-8 p. Fee $9 to Comm Ed, pre-register.

Essential Oils for Summer: Gear up for summer with natural alternatives using essential oils. In class you will make a natural insect repellent, 'owie' spray, and an itch stick. Leave class with some simple natural alternatives to use at home this summer. April 18 from 6-7:30 p. Fee $14 to Comm Ed – pre-register. Supply Fee $20, pay at class.

Knitting: Felted Bags: Learn to change the look and feel of your knitting with a little hot water. We will knit a wool bag in-the-round

and then learn to felt it in a washing machine.

This class is great for beginning and experienced knitters alike.

Materials list available from Comm Ed. Thursdays, April 20 through May 18 from 6-8 p. Fee $36 to Comm Ed, pre-register.

Rustic Twig Furniture . . . Build Your Own Whimsical Twig Chair, Table, or Slab Garden/ Fire Pit Bench - no experience necessary!

The instructor has been building twig furniture since 1995 and teaches techniques that will allow you to build more furniture and garden structures in the future.

Sat, April 22 from 9a – 4p.

Fee $130 includes all materials. Fee for optional building partner $15.

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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.

May 8 & 9 from 5:30-8:30 p. WITC Fee $24.05 or SR Fee $4.50. Pre-register with WITC, www. witc.edu, 1-800-243-9482 ext 4221. Class # 26978.

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May 8 from 6-7 p. Fee $19, pre-register with Community Ed. Boating Safety: DNR - WI law requires persons born SINCE January 1st, 1989 to pass Boater's Safety if they operate a boat or personal watercraft. The safety certificate earned in class does not become valid until the child reaches 12 years of age.

For ages 11-adult. May 15, 16 & 18 from 5:30-8:30 p. Fee $10. Pre-register with Community Ed. Bog Exploration: Experience walking on a bog and exploring the diverse organisms that inhabit this ecosystem.

The group will meet at Amery High School where we will meet and travel to a nearby bog and explore for a couple of hours. You will learn how to identify common bog species, including orchids and a carnivorous plant. You will also learn about the water chemistry of acidic bogs.

Sat., May 20 from 9 to noon. Fee $14, pre-register with Community Ed.

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SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS CLEAR LAKE SCHOOLS Thursday, April 20— Elementary breakfast: Cereal and graham crackers or pancakes with syrup.

Elementary lunch: Mini corn dogs or peanut butter sandwich, potato wedges, steamed broccoli, chees esauce, pears.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, cheese omelet, yogurt parfait, cinnamon roll, blueberry lemon bites, Krave S’mores.

High school lunch: “Brunch Lunch,” cheese omelet, sausage links, muffin, hash browns, bell peppers, orange wedges, juice, (Chef salad option).

Friday, April 21— Elementary breakfast: Cereal or cinnamon roll, scrambled eggs.

Elementary lunch: Ham & cheese sub, fresh vegetables, chips, grapes.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, Pop Tart, yogurt, pancakes, muffin, sausage links.

High school lunch: Service Learning day, Menu TBA. Monday, April 24— Elementary breakfast: Cereal or sausage pizza, graham crackers.

Elementary lunch: Meatballs or hot dog on a bun, tator tots, steamed corn, orange smiles.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, Nutri Grain bar, muffin, cheese omelet, french toast sticks, blue-

berry lemon bites.

High school lunch: Meatballs or hot dog on a bun, tator tots, steamed corn, orange wedges, sliced pears.

Tuesday, April 25— Elementary breakfast: Cereal or oatmeal, chocolate chip “UBR.” Elementary lunch: Chicken fajita wrap or yogurt, cheese stick and muffin, carrots with dip, seasoned rice, black beans, pineapple chunks.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, oatmeal, cream cheese bagel, Mini Cinni, muffin, yogurt.

High school lunch: Chicken fajita wrap, ham & cheese wrap, chicken caesar salad or PB&J “Uncrustable,” rice, black beans, carrots/dip, pineapple, strawberries.

Wednesday, April 26— Elementary breakfast: Cereal Krave S’mores or ham & cheese bagel.

Elementary lunch: Stromboli or PB&J “Uncrustable” or “Goldfish Bowl” garden salad bar, grapes, pudding cup.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, yogurt, “Gripz” graham crackers, cheese stick, Pop Tart, sausage pizza, banana bread.

High school lunch: Stromboli or garlic cheese french bread, garden salad bar, sliced apples, sliced peaches, pudding cup.

AMERY SCHOOLS Thursday, April 20— Lien Elementary lunch: Popcorn chicken bowls, mashed potatoes & gravy, corn, garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate school lunch: “Popcorn chicken bowls” mashed potatoes & gravy, corn, garden bar, fruit choices.

Middle school lunch: “Popcorn chicken bowls” mashed potatoes & gravy, corn, garden bar, fruit choices.

High school lunch: “Popcorn Chicken Bowls”, mashed potatoes & gravy, corn, garden bar, fruit choices.

Friday, April 21— Lien Elementary lunch: Pizza, green beans, Jonny Pop (strawberry/banana frozen treat), garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate lunch: Pizza or Cook’s Choice, green beans, Jonny Pop (strawberry/banana frozen treat), garden bar, fruit choices.

Middle school lunch: Pizza or Cook’s Choice, green beans Jonny Pop (strawberry/banana frozen treat), garden bar, fruit choices.

High school lunch: Pizza or Cook’s Choice, green beans, Jonny Pop (strawberry/banana frozen treat), garden bar, fruit choices.

Monday, April 24— Lien Elementary lunch: Hot dog, baked beans, chips & salsa, garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate school lunch: Hot dog or Warrior burger, baked beans, chips & salsa, garden bar, fruit choices.

Middle school lunch: Hot dog or War-

rior burger, baked beans, chips & salsa, garden bar, fruit choices.

High school lunch: Hot dog or Warrior burger, baked beans, chips & salsa, garden bar, fruit choices.

Tuesday, April 25— Lien Elementary lunch: Turkey & gravy, mashed potatoes, peas, garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate school lunch: Turkey & gravy w/biscuit or grilled chicken sandwich, mashed potatoes, peas, garden bar, fruit choices.

Middle school lunch: Turkey & gravy w/biscuit or grilled chicken sandwich, mashed potatoes, peas, garden bar, fruit choices.

High school lunch: Turkey & gravy w/biscuit or grilled chicken sandwich, mashed potatoes, peas, garden bar, fruit choices.

Wednesday, April 26— Lien Elementary lunch: Chicken tenders, sweet potato waffle fries, roasted edamame, garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate lunch: Chicken tenders or steakhouse hoagie, sweet potato waffle fries, roasted edamame, garden bar, fruit choices.

Middle school lunch: Chicken tenders or steakhouse hoagie, sweet potato waffle fries, roasted edamame, garden bar, fruit choices.

High school lunch: Chicken tenders or steakhouse hoagie, sweet potato waffle fries, roasted edamame, garden bar, fruit choices.

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Serenity Home invites you to ‘Touch a truck’ for charity Coming up on April 25th, Serenity Home will be participating in Give Big St. Croix Valley, along with 50 other non-profits in the area. As a part of the day of giving, they will also be having an event at the shelter along with Lake Services Unlimited.

Lake Services will bring out their trucks from 11am – 1pm on the 25th and park them in front of Serenity Home Shelter. For all who stop by to touch the trucks, the company will donate $1 to the shelter. During this time, the shelter will also offer brats, chips and pop for lunch for those wanting to give a donation to the shelter to help them with their giving day total.

If a person can’t make

it to the shelter for the Touch a Truck event on April 25th, they can log onto: www.givescv.org to donate to Serenity Home anytime between now and the 25th. On that site you can also choose to donate to one of the other non-profits in the community participating in the day of giving. For more information regarding the Touch a Truck event, like Polk County Salvation Army on Facebook or visit their website at www.saserenityhome. org. The phone number to the shelter is 715-4851221. The shelter is located at 200 Polk County Plaza in Balsam Lake.

Serenity Home shelter, located in Balsam Lake, houses homeless men

and women who are in need of a second chance and an opportunity to get back on their feet. The Shelter houses up to 17 individuals at a time who come from all walks of life. Serenity Home has been in Balsam Lake for 8 years and in that time, may have been served through their shelter, housing programs and other emergency services including rent and utility assistance. They also are the hub for the Polk County Salvation Army Backpack program that provides a backpack full of food on the weekends to 420 families living in Polk County who are in need of a little extra help feeding their children over the weekends.

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Abuse Of Opioids Costing Businesses Millions Five Steps Businesses Can Take To Curb The Problem

Library Week’s first baby Friends of the Amery Public Library presented a bag of books to the area’s first baby born during National Library Week. Shiloh Benjamin Johnson was born April 11 at 10:55 p.m. to Jamie and Andrew Johnson. Linda Millermon (left) presented the family with the gift this week.

AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY DIY program for adults Learn how to make an earrings and bracelets, April 24 at 10:00 a.m.

PowerUp for Kids Join Chomp at the library to celebrate his birthday with games, activities, crafts and more, May 6 at 10:30 a.m.

What’s It Worth?

Antiques expert Mark Moran will visit the library on May 8, 4:00 p.m.—7:00 p.m. for “What’s It Worth?: An Antique & Collectible Appraisal Event.” This program will be held “antiques roadshow”-style; space is limited. Reservations must be made by calling the library at 715-268-9340.

Storytime Storytime is held on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Join Miss Riss for interactive stories, songs, and more. Stick around after storytime for engaging art, music, or other early learning activities. Geared toward 2-5 year-olds and their caregivers.

1,000 books before kindergarten and Baby book bees These ongoing early literacy initiatives encourage families to establish a strong foundation of reading in young children. Visit the library to sign up for the program that is right for your child.

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.—5:00 p.m., to plan events, talk about books and more.

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 Great Seniors Book Club meets on the third Monday of the month at 10 a.m., at the Amery Area Community Center.

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

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

Hours Library hours are Monday through Thursday 9 a.m.—7 p.m., Friday 9 a.m.— 6 p.m., and Saturday 9 a.m.—2 p.m.

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As the children of Brian and Courtney Halye found themselves preparing for school one morning in March, they began to worry because their parents still had not made it out of their bedroom.

It was custom for Brian and Courtney to wake the children – ages 9, 10, 11 and 13. As they peered into their parents’ room, the children saw the lifeless bodies of Brian and Courtney surrounded by narcotics paraphernalia – dead of an apparent overdose of fentanyl, a synthetic form of morphine more potent than heroin.

“The face of addiction has changed,” says Dr. Matt McCarty, a board certified physician specializing in pain management, and the CEO of Genotox Laboratories.

“This was a normal, middle-class couple with good jobs, living in the suburbs of a Midwestern town. Probably the last place you would look for a couple of drug addicts.”

Neither one would return to his or her job, but the fact that Brian was a pilot for Spirit Airlines leads to speculation of whether or not he ever took fentanyl – or any other substance – while on the job.

A survey by the National Safety Council taken in March revealed that 70 percent of busi-

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nesses say that narcotic painkillers have affected their business. The NSC recommends incorporating the following steps to monitor the use of opioids in the workplace: • A clear, written policy: Together with a company’s legal department, a policy should be put in place – similar to a company’s restrictions on the use of alcohol or illegal drugs.

• Employee education: Keeping in mind that the employee-patient relationship is a confidential one, employees should still be educated about the dangers of opioids in the workplace. The education process should include the dangers of operating heavy equipment while on medication, the risks of driving on pain pills, safe storage and the fact that they should not share their medication with fellow employees.

• Supervisor training: Management should be current on the workplace’s prescription drug policy and educated on how to identify possible employee abuse.

Managers need to understand that a person with a disability is protected by the Americans With Disabilities Act and not infringe upon his or her rights.

• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

The cost of helping an employee who might have a problem with opioid abuse proves to be 25 – 200 percent more cost effective than replacing that person. Not only does a company suffer the loss of knowledge and production from an employee it might decide to terminate, it also is leaving someone in a dangerous position to himself or society in general.

• Drug testing: Research has shown that drug-testing in the workplace brings down the number of accidents.

Employers and those who are conducting the drug screens need to be aware that recently, with the easy access to synthetic urine over the Internet, those who are abusing drugs have found ways to skirt the system. Currently, only 14 states in the U.S. ban the sale and purchase of synthetic urine.

“There really is no other reason that a person would want synthetic urine other than to use it to beat a drug test,” McCarty says. “Businesses that do drug test employees on a regular basis are running into a problem with synthetic urine that drug abusers are using to beat tests.”

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By Wagon and Sleigh Sunday afternoon, time for me to head back to college in the late 60s. The weekend was over, back at it. For me at 20 years old I felt that “back to work” anxiety that many of might feel on SunGrowing you day night.

My mom probably felt up in that same way when Amery she attended Amery High School, but in her Loren Elkin case she was 15 years old. During the weekdays of the school year she’d stay with a family in a house on Harriman, across from the current telephone company office.

The walk for Mom from this boarding house to the high school would be less than 5 minutes.

Emma Larson, one of 8 siblings living on the Larson farm north of Apple River Park School on E, decided that after 8th grade graduation she’d attend high school. Emma alone in her family did this, spurred on by a love of reading and learning, and anxious to become a teacher. She attended for 4 school years, graduating in 1927 with a class of about 30 students.

When I picture her riding back and forth to her home by sleigh or wagon, I tried to imagine what it was like. On Friday afternoon I could see Grandpa Ole Larson, on most winter days, hitching his workhorses to a sleigh. After

noon he’d head south with piles of blankets and a few other necessities to drive to Amery and pick up his daughter.

I can imagine that her weekend at home was one of security and comfort, relaxing a little, cooking with her mother, and helping with the chores. But on Sunday her dad would have to hitch up once more, this time to take her back to start a new week of school. In warmer times he’d use a wagon.

The 10-mile ride to Amery probably went down E, continued south past the Pink Tavern corner, and eventually cross at the Cameron Bridge. Apparently the corner of 46 and that junction was a thriving, busy area. After an hour or more, Grandpa Ole would be on Harriman to drop her off.

Not certain if Grandpa Ole stayed for any time in Amery, or if he’d ever have Grandma Julia with him. Shopping a little in downtown Amery? And maybe he’d feed and water the horses before it was time to head north. And Mom would go to her room to study for the week’s classes.

That fall Mom after graduation, she attended the “normal” teacher training school in St. Croix Falls. In 1928 she began her career as a one-room teacher in several Polk County rural schools.

Thanks Arlen Peterson for helping with the details; hope you get better.

Email Loren at elkfarm@wctc.net or check into his blog at elkfarm.org, typing it into the address line.

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By: Larry Phillipson 4-12-2017 There are many nurses at Hammond Rehab, a lot of workers and helpers on tab.

I don't know the title that everyone has, they all are an important part of the cast.

AMERY AREA COMMUNITY CENTER

I hope everyone had a wonderful Easter!

It won’t be long until we start having warm weather and the flowers start blooming.

We still have seats for our baseball game. We are going to Target Field on Sunday May 21st to see the MN Twins play the Kansas City Royals!

The cost is $60 which includes the bus ride and game ticket. Reservations and payment must be made by April 28th. If you’ve never been to Target Field, you won’t want to miss this opportunity.

Our Annual Rummage sale will take place on Thursday, April 27th from 7:30am-4pm and Friday, April 28th from 7:30am-12pm.

Once again we are offering early sales to our members during the week while we are setting up.

Please remember that we take donations all year long!

Give Big is back! We are a 501(c)3 not-for-profit that runs on funding from donors, fundraisers, and grants. Without your help we wouldn’t be able to stay afloat!

GiveBig is a county-wide

giving program and we hope that you will choose to be a part of this. Please consider Amery Area Community Center when giving, and know that every dollar donated is used to provide this community with the best possible Center that we can.

Our last paint & sip party was such a success that we decided to do it again on May 5th at 6pm. Each painter will go home with their own beautiful painting for the low cost of $30.

Please make your checks out to “Brush Strokes Paint Party” and drop them off or mail them to the Center by April 28.

The “Studebakers” will be coming to Crickets Bar & Grill on May 26 from 6pm-8pm. Be sure to mark your calendars to see this awesome band play dance to some great 50’s music!

If you need a place to rent, consider the Amery Area Community Center for wedding receptions, graduation parties, birthday parties, etc.

We also work with profit and not-for-profit organizations to help with the

perfect meeting place.

Tuesday pool winners were Gary Snelling in first, Paul Seidel took second, Mary Fisher placed third, Gene Pribnow came in fourth, and Milt Johnson received the consolation prize.

Thursday pool winners were Gary Snelling in first place, Paul Seidel came in second, Dennis Psick placed third, Gene Pribnow placed fourth, and Loren Bavin took home the consolation prize.

Wii Bowling winners were Dave Olson in first place, Carl Johnson in second and Mary Fisher took third.

Wednesday bridge winners were Judy Strobush in first, Sydney Lund came in second, Bev Kjeseth placed third and Asa Steen came in fourth. Monday bridge was Paula Schmid in first and Sydney Lund in second.

Congratulations to all!

Have a safe and wonderful week…..Susan Shachtman, Assistant Director

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They all do a wonderful job, it is true, of all the work that is done in a rehab crew.

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April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month Last year in Wisconsin, 113 people were killed in distracted driving crashes

Easter Egg Hunt Marianne’s Little Lambs of Amery and Little Lambs Christian Day Care of Clear Lake were at Willow Ridge Healthcare on Monday, April 17, for an Easter Egg Hunt and Storytime.

How I Figured Out that I Need Interfaith Caregivers

BY PAM DESHAW, BOARD PRESIDENT, VOLUNTEER, CREATOR OF FIT & FRIENDLY AND CLIENT AT INTERFAITH CAREGIVERS OF POLK COUNTY

Here’s how I figured out that I needed Interfaith Caregivers. I moved to Polk County from Minneapolis in 2008. I’d built a house in preparation for retirement. I knew I had to create a life here.

I didn’t know a soul. I found some information about Interfaith Caregivers and applied to be a volunteer.

I was matched with a sweet lady who just needed a visitor. Then later I was matched with another woman who was lonely and socially isolated. I was so proud of her when she decided it was time for her to get out and about.

I joined the Board of Directors at Interfaith Caregivers. Eventually I was elected Board President. My life was becoming very full due to my involvement with Interfaith. But I was about to discover how much I needed Interfaith.

I was scheduled for a regular eye appointment in the cities. I was nearly blind without my glasses. Over a short time my sight deteriorated and I became nearly blind with my glasses. I needed cataract surgery immediately. But in that process I found out I’d had 2 strokes and a brain tumor. The surgery had to be postponed. As a result, I couldn’t drive.

I was really worried about how I was going to be able to get back and forth to my eye doctor. Interfaith’s program director reminded me of our mission and that I was, indeed, old enough to use the services. I’ve had lots of rides and even had to ask someone to pick up and deliver dog food!

My first driver was Jane. After my doctors appointment she took me shopping. We had such a good time. The staff at the store made comments that we were lucky to be such good friends. Jane and I laughed and had to explain that we’d just met that day!

Last year I was diagnosed with Sjogren’s Syndrome, a form of Lupus.

Again, I was unable to drive. Then, an angiogram lead to quadruple cardiac bypass surgery. Another reason I couldn’t drive. My son stayed with me for a month after the surgery and drove me to my doctor appointments.

It took my doctors a year and a half to make a diagnosis of coronary artery disease. That was so frustrating! But at least I could depend on the great people at Interfaith Caregivers.

Now I’m finally getting back to normal. And it feels so wonderful! I don’t think I could have made this journey without Interfaith.

Interfaith Caregivers depends on donations to coordinate volunteers to help people like me! This is the perfect time to join or continue your support of Interfaith Caregivers. I urge you to make Interfaith Caregivers your choice when you donate to giveBIG now through April 25. This is a fundraising event that encourages everyone from the area to support the 51 participating nonprofits in Polk County.

This year we have anonymous donors who will give us a total of $14,000 if we raise an additional $14,000! Your gift will double by contributing during the giveBig event.

Kaitlyn Vegter was driving to Janesville in January 2016 on a clear straight highway. She reached down to change the music on her smart phone and took her eyes of the road just for a few seconds when her life suddenly changed forever. Traveling at highway speed, her car slammed into the back of a pay loader that was turning into a farm driveway.

Defying the odds, she survived the crash but suffered extensive injuries that required her to relearn how to walk, talk and even eat. “At age 20, I was like a child who had to learn everything over,” she said.

To warn others of the dangers of distracted driving, Kaitlyn told her story in a video available on the Wisconsin Department of Transportation’s (WisDOT) You Tube channel.

“Everyone needs to re-

alize that the catastrophic consequences of distracted driving, also known as inattentive driving, are not exaggerated and are a growing threat to everyone on the road. That’s why April has been designated as National Distracted Driving Awareness Month,” says David Pabst, director of the WisDOT Bureau of Transportation Safety.

“Last year in Wisconsin, 113 people were killed in crashes in which at least one driver was listed as driving inattentively.

In addition, 11,302 people were injured in distracted driving crashes in 2016. Fatalities from distracted crashes in 2016 increased nearly 10 percent from 2015 when 103 people were killed.

The number of people injured last year in distracted driving crashes also went up more than 6 percent from 2015 when

10,640 were injured.”

To help motivate people to pay attention behind the wheel, WisDOT will air 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 are available on WisDOT’s You Tube channel.

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 routinely try to multi-task, it’s time to put a stop to distracted driving habits, which put your life and the lives of others in grave danger.”

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Supporting nonprofits in the St Croix Valley

Amery • Osceola • St. Croix Falls Your support to local nonprofits on April 25, 2017 will help members of our community today, tomorrow and into the future by providing resources for nonprofits to continue their vital work.

Many nonprofits help to make our community a great place to live, work and play.

Without YOU they wouldn't exist. Check out the list of participants, pick your favorites and give.

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Amery Area Community Center Adoray Home Health & Hospice

PO Box 95 • Baldwin, WI What we do: For over 20 years, we have served the St. Croix Valley with care for the sick, support for their caregivers and family members, comfort for the grieving, and education on advance care planning and end of life issues. Our home-based services are designed to touch the human spirit, adding days to life when possible, but most assuredly adding life to days.

What makes our organization great: Our experienced and compassionate staff and volunteers walk alongside you making hope possible.

608 Harriman Ave S Amery, WI

What we do: We provide a welcoming place to the community for interaction of various generations through programs, services, meals, and social gatherings. Our goal is to be flexible in serving the ever changing needs of the Amery area citizenry, so as to enhance the lives of our members and friends.

What makes our organization great: We provide what YOU want to see - activities, programs and support groups are a realization of what our member want! This YOUR center!

Amery Police K9 Association

675 Harriman Avenue S Amery, WI What we do: The Amery Police K9 Association supports the K9 program for the Amery Police Department. Our K9 does drug and people searches for Amery and surrounding communities. Another main function of our K9, Kerchak, is to build and foster relationships between our law enforcement agency and the people of our community.

What makes our organization great: We are combatting a tremendous drug problem within Amery and we are building a much-needed bridge between law enforcement and the people in our community.

Amery Youth Hockey Association PO Box 305 • Amery, WI

What we do: We provide boys and girls of Amery and the surrounding communities with quality on-ice programs and the opportunity to play the sport of ice hockey. We strive to teach our youth sportsmanship and teamwork while building self-esteem, lifelong friendships and a love of the coolest game on earth.

What makes our organization great: We operate as a volunteer only organization with passionate parents who make every effort to make lifelong memories for each AYHA participant. We also offer community events such as open skate which gives youth and families an opportunity to use the indoor ice.

Arnell Memorial Humane Society 185 Griffin St. East Amery, WI

What we do: We are here to provide shelter comfort and care for stray, abandoned and surrendered pets. Our mission is to protect animals by providing shelter and education, encouraging pet adoptions, promoting responsible pet guardianship and expanding the human-animal bond.

What makes our organization great: We provide lost, abandoned and surrendered pets a second chance at happiness!

ArtBarn (St. Croix Center for the Arts Inc.) 119 Arlington Dr. Osceola, WI

What we do: We are a intergenerational, creative group that value the ARTS and want to share them with the St. Croix River Valley. Our mission is to provide a home in the St. Croix Valley for artistic excellence and a focal point for the exploration and enjoyment of the arts.

What makes our organization great: We are built on volunteerism. We provide great entertainment at affordable prices.

Community Referral Agency

PO Box 365 • Milltown, WI What we do: We provide shelter and services to survivors of domestic violence and their children and survivors of sexual violence. We offer a secure temporary shelter, an 24/7 toll crisis line, advocacy and transportation for clients to housing, medical, legal and job related appointments.

What makes our organization great: We help survivors find their voice in systems that do not always hear or understand the specials needs of victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.

Butterfly House/Moms and Dads against Meth, Inc. PO Box 172 St. Croix Falls , WI

What we do: Our mission is to provide a safe sober residence for women in recovery from alcohol or other drug dependency while introducing sober living skills, peer-to-peer fellowship and support and educational experiences that will aid them in the transition back into their families and communities.

What makes our organization great: Loyal staff and volunteers, faithful supporters and willing program participants!

Child Evangelism Fellowship of Wisconsin, Greater St. Croix Valley PO Box 358 Clear Lake, WI

What we do: Child Evangelism Fellowship brings the hope and love of Jesus to boys and girls by sharing the Gospel with them and teaching them how to live according to the Bible as well as be involved in the local Christian community.

What makes our organization great: The positive change in the lives of boys and girls who know the love of their heavenly Father regardless of their life circumstance and will share that with others.

Criminal Justice Collaborating Council County Line First Responders

PO Box 8 • Osceola, WI What we do: We provide emergency medical services to the residents of the Village of Osceola and Dresser and surrounding townships.

What makes our organization great: Always striving to stay current with the latest medical advancements through ongoing education and emergency medical adjuncts.

1005 W Main St Balsam Lake, WI

What we do: We help people re-direct their lives before, during and after conviction of a crime by helping them learn life skills, create a sobriety plan, change relationships and restore their place in the community.

What makes our organization great: We address the person and WHY they behaved the way they did, instead of locking them up and expecting them to change for the good.

Christian Community Home of Osceola 1320 Wisconsin St. Hudson, WI

What we do: We are a non profit, faith based assisted living and 24 hour care center offering lifestyle choices for seniors. Our campus also offers short-term/transitional care for individuals needing a place to stay after a hospital stay. Our mission is to meet the needs of each resident in a way that is professional and loving, offering security as their needs change through life.

What makes our organization great: We are a place of care, guidance and security; a place of individual choice, dignity and respect. Simply put, a place to call home!

Endeavors Adult Development Center, Inc 101 150th Street Balsam Lake, WI

What we do: We provide job skills training and meaningful employment to people with disabilities. Our goal is to enrich the lives of people with disabilities through program objectives and to promote selfreliance.

What makes our organization great: Our employees are what makes Endeavors great! Our employees strive to obtain their individual goals. It is a pleasure to be able to assist them in making their goals a reality.

Community Homestead

501 280th St. • Osceola, WI What we do: We are an organic farm and garden, where people with developmental challenges live co operatively with others, finding a voice and place in the world.

Together, we sustain ourselves and our neighbors by growing food, baking bread, and making preserves and crafts as we celebrate life together.

What makes our organization great: We are a unique community of people of every ability, having a role to play in this purposeful, sustainable, life and are not the sum of their disabilities but shine as individuals.

Family Pathways 2000 US Hwy 8 St. Croix Falls, WI

What we do: Family Pathways works with communities to develop supportive, caring relationships to help people meet their basic needs. This is done by offering a safety-net of essential services. Together with volunteers, donors and the community at large, we give our neighbors the hope and stability they need.

What makes our organization great: It is important to Family Pathways to understand the situations of the people served by our programs.

No one’s situation is the same and to help people, you need to listen how to help them and not pass judgment on them.

Friends of Osceola Fire & Rescue

PO Box 675 • Osceola, WI

Family Resource Center St Croix Valley PO Box 2087 • Baldwin, WI

What we do: Family Resource Center St. Croix Valley’s mission is to strengthen children, families, and communities by offering education, resource, and support. Our vision is that all parents have the knowledge and skills to be their child’s first and best teacher.

What makes our organization great: We provide parents with needed support that helps their families and the community at large. Federal Reserve Bank research indicates that the most effective form of economic development comes when we invest in children; for every dollar invested, the return on investment is $12.

Friends of Osceola Area Ambulance Service Ltd

PO Box 904 • Osceola, WI What we do: We provide emergency medical services to the residents of the Village of Osceola and Dresser and surrounding townships.

What makes our organization great: We are always striving to stay current with the latest medical advancements through ongoing education and emergency medical adjuncts.

What we do: We provide support for the Osceola Fire & Rescue Department What makes our organization great: We help support people who will need to be at their best in our times of need 24/7/365.

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Friends of Osceola Public Library, Inc.

PO Box 565 • Osceola, WI What we do: The Friends of the Osceola Library help make good things happen for the library and the community by supporting a wide range of programs, activities and learning opportunities for people of all ages and walks of life.

What makes our organization great: We “touch” virtually everyone in our community, through programs such as School’s Out, Summer Learning, youth activities and community-wide events. We purchase high demand books and essential library resources. We host author/speaker events and provide hands-on support when needed.

Friends of Stower Seven Lake State Trail 836 207th St. • Dresser, WI

What we do: Everyone is an unpaid volunteer and our goal is to maintain and promote the trail to maximize the health and recreational benefits of the public trail users.

What makes our organization great: We have been told that we have the best maintained trail in the entire State of Wisconsin park system and our volunteers do 95% of all work on the trail.

Friends of the Amery Area Public Library Foundation, Inc.

225 Scholl Court • Amery, WI What we do: The Friends of the Amery Public Library Foundation actively supports the library’s mission of “enriching the community by connecting people with information, ideas and experiences.” The Foundation provides critical financial support for collections and programs.

What makes our organization great: In 2016, patrons made 72,000 visits to the library, checked out 91,000 books and other materials, and participated 7,000 times in library programs and events. Strong support from the Friends of the Amery Area Public Library Foundation helped make this possible.

Kinship of Polk County

Friends of the St. Croix Falls Library 710 Hwy 35 S. St. Croix Falls, WI

What we do: The Friends of the SCF Library advocate, raise funds and volunteer to support the early literacy, community education and entertainment, technology training and center for information work the St. Croix Falls Public Library does every day it is open and even when it’s closed! We believe in the life long learning mission of the public library and are here to support and extend the possibilities for all library users.

What makes our organization great: We are a public asset that keeps our community informed, connected and engaged with learning and one another. The Friends group is great because we help ensure the vitality of the library.

Interfaith Caregivers of Polk County PO Box 65 • Milltown, WI

What we do: We help older or disabled adults stay at home longer.

We match caring volunteers to provide rides, visits, chores and so much more.

What makes our organization great: Amazing volunteers and strong support from our community. We are neighbors helping neighbors!

PO Box 68 Balsam Lake, WI What we do: Kinship of Polk County works to improve the quality of a child’s life by establishing a relationship with a caring volunteer to promote stability, support, friendship and community. Kinship focuses on prevention, providing “at risk” youth a powerful protective layer.

What makes our organization great: We have been serving Polk County since 1980. Our volunteer mentors are caring and compassionate members of our community. They provide our “at risk” children and youth with guidance during some of the most important years of their lives. Kinship friendships often last more than one year, creating connections that last a lifetime.

Northwoods Homeless Shelters, Inc.

Luck Area Historical Society

Mental Health Task Force of Polk County

PO Box 197 301 Main St. • Luck, WI

PO Box 432 St Croix Falls, WI

What we do: We provide a historical, educational,recreational and inspirational public service center to increase the knowledge of our local area history, and to preserve our heritage for future generations through displays, the Internet, publications, programs and exhibits.

What makes our organization great: We are a place for the community to share in regular events and programs

What we do: The Mental Health Task Force of Polk County is a non-profit organization committed to addressing community mental health needs cooperatively. We are comprised of mental health care providers, government and law enforcement representatives, human service agencies, school personnel, and community members, who work together to raise awareness for mental health and the services available in our community.

What makes our organization great: We raise awareness for and provide services to children and families who are the most vulnerable in our community!

PO Box 925 • Osceola, WI

What we do: With the help of donors like you, we support health related programs and medical equipment purchases that impact the health of our community.

What makes our organization great: Each day your family, friends and neighbors trust Osceola Medical Center to keep them healthy. Your donations makes it possible for us to provide the finest medical technology and services while providing high-quality care to every patient who comes through our doors.

People Loving People, Inc.

PO Box 204 • Dresser, WI What we do: Our mission is to show our love for the community by meeting the basic needs of those going through economic hardship.

What makes our organization great: We have an amazing group of volunteers, who give of their hearts, time, and energy. People Loving People is people Loving People.

OsceolaMainStreetGrow Osceola PO Box 251 • Osceola, WI

What we do: The Grow Osceola group creates beautification projects in Osceola.

We plant and maintain flower areas making our downtown and parks especially beautiful.We give that special care that shows we take pride in our community.

What makes our organization great: The Grow Osceola group is an all volunteer group who gives hundreds of hours each season and truly enjoys delighting people who work, live and visit Osceola.

What we do: We raise money to help build parks, trails and playgrounds, to support our fire and EMS services, and to fund the new library and nursing home.

What makes our organization great: We serve our community.

1347 55th Ave • Amery, WI

P.O. Box 41 Balsam Lake, WI

P.O. Box 218 • Osceola, WI

What we do: Places of grace, forming people of faith! We are a Lutheran Outdoor Ministry and retreat center, providing summer camp and retreat facilities for all ages year round.

What makes our organization great: We are centered on Jesus and service to others.

Quarter Moon Acres

Polk County Historical Society

Osceola Medical Center

738 Hickory Point Lane Amery, WI

Osceola Lions Club

P.O. Box 411 • Amery, WI

What we do: Northwoods Homeless Shelters, Inc. provides emergency shelter to families and individuals, provides support and case management while our residents are addressing the issues that caused the homeless situation, and assists them in the process of identifying and moving into affordable, permanent housing.

What makes our organization great: From 2014-2016, 0% of Northwoods program participants who have completed our program and moved into permanent housing have returned to homelessness.

Lake Wapogasset Lutheran Bible Camp

What we do: We preserve the past for future generations by collecting a unique and enduring collection of Polk County History shared with the public through programs, exhibits, and research.

What makes our organization great: The Society is caretaker to a unique and valuable collection of Polk County History. The Exhibits and Archival Documents are exclusive to our area. We provide the community with a cultural, educational venue.

Polk County Special Olympics

What we do: We use horses to enhance many aspects of people’s lives What makes our organization great: The interaction between the many volunteers, clients, instructors and the horses is amazing.

2787 100th St. Frederic, WI

What we do: We offer year round sports to individuals with intellectual disabilities where they feel accepted, form positive relationships with others and shine with their abilities.

What makes our organization great: Having athletes feel like they belong and are not teased for being disabled or different!

AREA ZIP CODES

Amery ................... 54001 Baldwin ................. 54002 Balsam Lake ......... 54810 Clear Lake............. 54005 Dresser.................. 54009 Frederic................. 54837 Hudson .................. 54016 Luck ....................... 54853 Milltown ............... 54858 Osceola ................. 54020

St. Croix Festival Theatre Safe Haven Animal Shelter PO Box 14 St Croix Falls, WI

What we do: We are a new non-profit venture in Polk County that is raising funds to open a no-kill animal shelter.

What makes our organization great: Our passion for animals makes us great! We work hard to place animals in loving, forever homes where they will receive good care.

St. Croix Falls Dollars for Scholars

Serenity Home

PO Box 801 St. Croix Falls, WI

What we do: The Salvation Army-Serenity Home works every day to make life better for countless people in Polk County.

Our shelter is here for the homeless, the unemployed, the victims of trafficking, addiction, the lonely and the lost.

What makes our organization great: Serenity Home is great because of the people we serve and the volunteers who serve alongside of us every day helping to provide shelter, financial support and food to those in the most need. We have a record of success in finding permanent housing, and proven success in our backpack program which is currently providing over 600 backpacks a week to hungry children, thanks to Serenity Home and countless volunteers.

What we do: Festival Theatre offers a yearround calendar of professional arts experiences. Our Youth & Family Theatre Series plays feature local youth actors and our artistic staff stays busy providing low-cost or nocost arts education day camps and workshops throughout the year.

Plus, you can find a wide variety of music concerts, play readings, and holiday-themed cabaret events on our performance calendar. There’s something for everyone!

What makes our organization great: Our mission is to make the arts welcoming to all people as an essential part of their wellbeing and for the vitality of the community. For 26 consecutive years the theater has provided excellent, affordable entertainment and arts education opportunities for all ages.

200 Polk County Plaza Balsam Lake, WI

St. Croix Valley Orchestra

PO Box 503 • Center City, WI What we do: We provide a place for musicians from rural Wisconsin and Minnesota to play music in a fully orchestrated, professionally directed orchestra. Members range from teenagers to senior citizens, from intermediate level to advanced. We perform several concert series a year in the upper St. Croix Valley.

What makes our organization great: We are the only group if this kind in the area. No one town around here is large enough to support an orchestra, but our members come from many small towns. We have fun playing and learning together, and sharing our talents with our communities.

St. Croix Falls Dog Park at Park Rosemarie P.O. Box 883 St. Croix Falls, WI

What we do: Friends of Park Rosemarie is working to raise the remaining $17,000 funds for fencing and park improvements to establish the first off-leash dog park in St. Croix Falls and Polk County.

What makes our organization great: We promote health and community benefits for humans and canines in the St Croix Valley and surrounding area.

PO Box 141 St. Croix Falls, WI

What we do: Our Dollars for Scholars chapter helps hometown students achieve their educational goals by raising scholarship funds, establishing endowments, providing assistance with college readiness and the financial aid process, as well as the annual distribution of scholarships.

What makes our organization great: Students work hard to gain an education beyond high school.

The costs are immense. Our organization works to bring their costs down via scholarships. We try to help a busy school district guidance counselor as well as high school staff. If we can help with the seeking of donors, raising funds, etc., the school district will have more time for the business of educating the future leaders and workers of our country.

STAR Education Foundation

PO Box 2 • St. Croix Falls, WI What we do: The mission of the STAR Education Foundation is to enrich student lives and enhance education in an effort to ensure the success of our students. Your tax-deductible gifts will be used for a number of programs that will assure student health, participation, and engagement as well as provide supplemental support and materials for our teachers.

What makes our organization great: Our work impacts students of the St. Croix Falls School District.

St. Croix Scenic Coalition

The Open Cupboard St. Croix Falls Food Shelf

516 Second St, Suite 214B St. Croix Falls, WI What we do: We distribute food to those who cannot afford groceries. Volunteers from the community serve some 350 persons, three times a week 52 weeks per year.

What makes our organization great: It is entirely voluntary and demonstrates the spirit of the churches, service clubs, and individuals to serve others.

The ARC

2372 30th Ave Osceola, WI What we do: The ARC exists to provide a place where individuals and families can come away to a quiet place to be re-energized to make a difference in their homes, churches and communities.

What makes our organization great: We are located in the beautiful St. Croix Valley. Close to many activities but far enough removed to enjoy the quietness of the country.

PO Box 541 • Osceola, WI

What we do: The Open Cupboard helps families and individuals with food, clothing, school supplies, winter clothing, and emergency financial needs.

We offer vouchers for families to purchase fresh and frozen fruits and veggies and milk. We also help with household items and furniture needs.

What makes our organization great: The Open Cupboard helped 864 families in 2016. Your support brings hope to those in need in our community.

PO Box 500 • St. Croix Falls What we do: We work to protect and promote the national treasure that is the St. Croix River valley, its natural environment, scenic beauty and historic sites. The National Wild and Scenic River designation in 1968 provided much protection but these resources can be, and have been, eroded through small and large actions over the years. We provide on-line and printed educational resources and annual event.

What makes our organization great: We work to increase public awareness and use of the 124-mile St. Croix Scenic Byway in Minnesota and the information we’ve made available through the Historical Travel Guide and our 5 video projects.

PO Box 249 • Osceola, WI What we do: Standing Cedars protects and restores fields, forests and natural habitats along the Lower St. Croix River.

What makes our organization great: Standing Cedars is a nonprofit organization led by a diverse group of St. Croix Valley residents who are committed to protecting land for all community members to enjoy.

Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity

United Way St. Croix Valley-Polk County

2201 US Hwy 8 St. Croix Falls

516 Second St., Suite 214B What we do: United Way St. Croix Valley advances the common good by creating opportunities for all.

We focus on projects supporting education, income and health - the building blocks for a good quality of life. Funding from giveBIG will be used to supply fresh produce to struggling families and seniors in Polk County What makes our organization great: We work with business, individuals, and nonprofits to solve our community problems - and with your help, we can make an even greater impact for struggling families in Polk County.

Standing Cedars Community Land Conservancy Inc.

Wild River Fitness

P.O. Box 218 • Osceola What we do: WRF promotes and provides opportunities for healthy living and healthy lifestyles for everybody in our community. All ages and all abilities, we are here for you!

What makes our organization great: Donor support provides physical activity opportunities for everyone in our community, from classes for seniors that help them to stay stronger longer to the public walking trail and sport court that are available for anyone. Your gift helps to make our community healthier.

What we do: Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity (WRHFH) offers income qualified families in Burnett, Polk, Washburn and Rusk Counties WI an opportunity of owning their own home.

What makes our organization great: WRHFH has built 45 homes in four counties and repaired over 400.

We build to change lives and each year people give of their hearts, hands, talent, and treasure, so that families can realize their dreams.

WRHFH is a hand up, not a hand out, and is building strength, stability and self-reliance through shelter.

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‘Tools for caregivers’ Polk County Deer Advisory Council course offered to meet for final recommendations Amery, WI-- Are you caring for an ill spouse or older family member? Do you sometimes find yourself overwhelmed? Are you unsure how to manage caregiving responsibilities and still tend to your own needs? You are NOT alone, caregiver stress and burnout IS real, and support IS available! Join the Aging and Disability Resource Center of Northwest Wisconsin for Powerful Tools for Caregivers, Wednesdays, May 10th –June 14th from 5-7pm at the Amery Area Community Center in Amery.

Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a 6 week evidence based workshop series for informal (unpaid) family 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.

The cost is $10/person. Please contact Carrie Myers at the ADRC of Northwest Wisconsin for more information and to register at 877-485-2372. “This class saved my life.”—Previous participant

Balsam Lake, Wis.— The public has a final opportunity to provide comments on antlerless deer harvest quota, permit level and season structure recommendations for Polk County.

The council will hold its final spring meeting on April 17 at 6 p.m. at Polk County Gov’t Center, 100 Polk County Plaza Balsam Lake, WI 54810. At this meeting, the council will receive additional public comments prior to developing final recommendations.

The council’s preliminary recommendations, formed during its March meeting, are available for review at dnr.wi.gov, keyword “CDAC,” by clicking “Find” and selecting Polk. Councils considered scientific data and public opinion when developing their preliminary recommendations.

The council has recommended a harvest quota of 9650, with 5200 private land and 800 public land antlerless permits available to hunters.

The council also recommends offering 2 county-specific Farmland Zone antlerless permits with each license.

The council is also recommending an antlerless-only Holiday Hunt for the 2017 deer season.

These recommendations are expected to Maintain the county’s deer herd.

To develop its final recommendations, the council will consider online input and other public comments along with professional assessments from Department of Natural Resources wildlife biologists, foresters and law enforcement. The public may also

comment at any time before April 16 by contacting a CDAC member (a list is available on the CDAC web page at dnr.wi.gov, keyword “CDAC”) or by emailing DNRCDACWebMail@Wisconsin.gov.

Polk County’s final quota, permit level and season structure recommendations will be presented to the DNR following the April meeting, and will then advance to the Natural Resources Board for approval in May. Once approved, the recommendations will take effect for the 2017 deer hunting season.

Additional information on CDAC recommendations, agendas and membership is available at dnr.wi.gov, keyword “CDAC” or email DNRCDACWebMail@Wisconsin.gov with any questions.

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.

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

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

Alcoholics Anonymous meets Thursdays 10 a.m. at Parkview Methodist church, Turtle Lake. Contact Mike 715-986-2457.

Alzheimer’s Support Group. First Wednesday of the month 10 a.m. at Amery Senior Center. Last Tuesday of month 1 p.m. at Good Sam Nursing Home. Sharlene Bellefaille 715-635-6601.

Baby & Me. Weekly play and discussion hour for parents and their infants (birth to 12 months). Wednesdays 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Amery 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.

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

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

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

All groups and services are free of charge.

Early Stage Alzheimer Support Group. For the diagnosed person and their caregiver. Challenges in early-stage dementia will be discussed, along with therapeutic benefits of family involvement. Sponsored in part by the American Alzheimer’s Association. Meetings are free of charge and open to the public, held at the Amery Centennial Hall the first Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m. Call 715-268-6605 to register.

Epilepsy Foundation of Western Wisconsin. Call 1-800-924-2105.

Family Child Care Professonals Network. Meets the third Thursday of each month. Contact Beth Neely at 715-483-1482 for more information. All family child care providers are welcome.

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

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

Grief Share. Have you lost someone close? Grief Share is a Christian based, non-denominational seminar/support group program that will be meeting at Centennial Hall in Amery every Monday at 1 p.m. For information call Bruce 715-268-2176 or 715-268-8360.

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

Moms in Prayer International. •Two or more women who meet regularly to pray for their children, their schools, their teachers and administrators. •Mothers, grandmothers or anyone who is willing to pray for a specific child and school. •We meet at the Journey Church, 131 Broadway St., Amery, Mondays from 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Contact Jen at 715-268-2223 with questions. •New MIP for women with college aged children meets Tuesdays at 11 a.m. Contact Lanni Meagher 715-268-5270.

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.

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

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

Through our regular activities we provide opportunities for families to come together to enrich their students’ learning experiences with special classes, field trips, play dates, and celebrations. We facilitate regular time together which provides social, academic and character-building activities for our children while parents encourage and support each other through the homeschooling journey. We also strive to serve our surrounding communities through projects that emphasize selflessness and provide opportunities for parents and children to use their gifts and talents to serve others. We welcome all types of homeschooling families to check us out! PEPTalk activities happen throughout the month.

For more information contact Jenn Dueholm, jenndueholm@yahoo.com or Wendy Dietrich, thedietrichs@ amerytel.net. Like us on Facebook under PEPTalk.

Polk County Parent-To-Parent Coaliton, a network for parents of children from birth through adulthood who have disabilities or other special needs. For more information about meetings and advocacy support, contact Lynne 715-472-2002.

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

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

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

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

TOPS Club meets Tuesdays 3:30-5 p.m. at the Balsam Lake Municipal Building (under the water tower), Balsam Lake. Contact 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.

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

Western Wisconsin LYME Education and Support Group meets: fourth Thursday of the month (April through October) at 7 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. (No meetings November through March). Meetings are free of charge and open to the public. For info call Ann 715-268-2856, Paula 715-268-2035, Bonnie 715-268-9557, Sue 715268-6687.

Women’s Spiritual Growth Group meets each Thursday from 7-8 p.m. at 931 Pine St., St. Croix Falls..

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Woodland Chorale Announces Spring Concert Saturday night, April 29, marks the seventh annual spring concert of the Woodland Chorale at the Frederic High School Performance Center.

Conducted by Dr. Harry Johansen of Luck and accompanied

by Christine Johansen, this

talented 40-voice ensemble includes singers from throughout Polk and Burnett counties.

This year’s program is titled “For the Beauty of the Earth” and includes a mix of secular and sacred music, all related in some way to the wonders of na-

Cooper Wages Media War Against Hometown News Small town news is a bit different from what you might find in big city papers. Murders, bank robberies and other violent crimes weren’t to be found in The Valley, but that didn’t mean the local newspaper, The Lennox Valley Hometown News, was short on breaking stories. The editor, Iris Long, just had to be a little more creative than her metro newspaper comrades in sniffing out front page news.

In March, 1998, the headline on page one read, “New John Deere Spreader Just Arrived in The Valley.” While a new spreader might not be front page news in New York, or even 16 miles down the road in Springfield, farming equipment was big news in Lennox Valley.

When the local psychic, Madam Zorra, was arrested two weeks later, the headline read, “Local Psychic Arrested: She didn’t see it coming.” Iris got a good chuckle out of that one, even if it did get by many of her readers.

Fortunately there are usually Friday night games of one type or another, letters to the editor, ads for the local hardware store and a back page ad for Honest Worley’s Used Autos to fill the pages. And if the news wasn’t always interesting, it was generally good for a laugh or two.

Iris had a way with headlines and, on occasion, it was the wrong way.

Like in 1996, when she penned: “Stolen Painting Found by Tree.” Most Valley residents still remember her front page headline from 1986: “Red Tape Holds Up New Bridge.”

Everyone in Lennox Valley understood the power of the press. It was a

at the door, with all proceeds donated to area public school music programs. In past years these donations have enriched student experiences by enabling the purchase of new equipment and music scores, and by helping students with

ture. Show tunes from Candide and Godspell, classical pieces

by Haydn and Bach, and more contemporary a cappella songs will combine to make for an enjoyable evening of music.

As in previous years, a freewill donation will be accepted

good idea to stay on Iris Long’s good side. At 76 years, Iris had been in the news game for a long time and she didn’t “put up with foolishness,” as she often reminded folks.

More than once since buying Talk Radio 88.3 in 1993, Raymond Cooper learned this lesson the hard way. As owner and host of the only radio station in town, Raymond found ways to butt heads with Iris Long with increasing regularity. This became more evident since his rantings concerning the Federal Reserve System began in 1997.

Iris, like most veteran journalists, saw right through Raymond’s “shenanigans,” as she like to call them.

She wasn’t sure if Raymond’s Federal Reserve diatribe was just his way of gaining listeners or, as she suspected increasingly with each passing day, he had a more sinister ulterior motive.

Raymond, concerned that Iris’s snooping would hurt his secret plan to enter the upcoming mayoral race, waged his own misinformation war against The Hometown News. He liked to tell his listeners that Iris had it in with the federal government and that it was rumored that she had a relative on the Federal Reserve Board.

Temperatures were rising in Lennox Valley and, with the mayoral campaign getting ready to kick off, the Methodist district superintendent coming to town to announce the name of the new pastor and Claire Lapella’s plans to hold a protest at First Baptist Church, there would be no cool temperatures on the horizon as April 1998 came to an end in my hometown.

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Refreshments will be served during the intermission. For more information call 715-4724575.

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Amery’s 18-hole Golf Course SPECIAL SECTION Tuesday, May 2, 2017

Businesses wishing to welcome golfers to Amery’s beautiful golf course please give Pam a call 715-268-8101, email phumpal@theameryfreepress.com Advertising deadline is Wednesday, April 26, 2017

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Statewide address confidentiality Wisconsin traffic crashes kill 28 program for victims of people in March abuse began April 1 Madison, WI – Attorney General Brad Schimel has announced the launch of Safe at Home, a statewide address confidentiality program which begins April 1, 2017. Safe at Home provides victims of domestic abuse, child abuse, sexual abuse, stalking, and trafficking with a legal substitute address and free mail forwarding service. Enrollment in Safe at Home allows those who fear for their physical safety to maintain a confidential home, work, or school address.

“Those living in fear that their abuser might someday find them deserve to feel safe and secure in their own home, school, and workplace,” said Attorney General Brad Schimel. “The Department of Justice is honored to be able to provide this important public service and subsequent peace of mind to the most vulnerable of crime victims.”

“I appreciate the dedication and collaborative efforts of victim advocates in bringing this important program to the people of Wisconsin,” stated Safe at Home Director Erin Welsh. “With the assistance of statewide coalitions, we are ensuring that victims in every corner of the state have access to Safe at Home as a safety planning tool.”

Thanks to legislation authors Senators Scott Fitzgerald and Jennifer Shilling, and Representatives Joel Kleefisch and Chris Taylor, Wisconsin joins 35 other states in adopting an address confidentiality program, which was enacted in 2016 with bipartisan support as Wisconsin Act 356.

Senate Majority Scott Fitzgerald, one of the lead authors of the Safe at Home legislation, praised the program: “The freedom to feel safe in one’s home is absolutely essential for survivors as they attempt to rebuild their lives, and this program aims to provide that security. I am proud to have sponsored this common sense measure and proud to see it become a reality today.”

“For survivors of domestic abuse, stalking and human trafficking, safety is always a top concern,” said Senator Jennifer Shilling. “Things that most families take for granted – like paying a utility bill, enrolling a child in after school activities or applying for a job

– create potentially dangerous situations for many survivors. The Safe at Home program will protect individuals from violence and help survivors move forward with their lives.”

"Every person deserves the chance to start a new life and to move forward with the life they have, especially when they have undergone the toughest of horrors," said Representative Kleefisch. "Protecting the most vulnerable among us has always been a priority of mine, and it is great to see this program beginning in Wisconsin."

“I’m proud to be part of this vital initiative that provides an additional layer of protection and safety to victims of sex trafficking, harassment, domestic and sexual violence. The vast majority of states have already passed this legislation and I am thrilled that Wisconsin has now joined them,” said Rep. Taylor.

“Put simply, this program will save women and children’s lives.”

The program is supported by a broad base of partners including End Domestic Abuse Wisconsin, Wisconsin Coalition Against Sexual Assault, Legal Action of Wisconsin, Wisconsin Women’s Network, the Wisconsin Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers, the Wisconsin Chiefs of Police Association, and the Wisconsin Association of Family & Children’s Agencies.

Individuals intending to enroll in Safe at Home must first participate in safety planning with a trained victim service provider or community-based advocate designated by Safe at Home. Mandatory safety planning ensures that the protections offered by Safe at Home are implemented in a way that is meaningful and comprehensive for each participant. To date, nearly sixty advocates across the state are designated to provide safety planning services free of charge to Safe at Home applicants.

To learn more, visit the Safe at Home website at www.SafeAtHomeWI.gov. To enroll in Safe at Home, call 1-800-446-6564.

Preliminary data shows 28 people died in Wisconsin traffic crashes last month, seven fewer compared to March of last year, according to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT). In terms of traffic deaths, last month was tied for the second safest month of March since the end of World War II. The safest March occurred in 2010 with 23 fatalities, and the deadliest March was in 1970 with 99 fatalities.

Over the first three months of this year, a total of 98 people were killed in crashes, 24 fewer than the same period last year (a decrease of nearly 20 percent) and six less compared to the five-year average.

“The return of warmer weather means more bicyclists, pedestrians and motorcycles will be traveling along Wisconsin roadways, so all travelers need to be alert, patient and willing to share the road,” said David Pabst, director of WisDOT’s Bureau of Transportation Safety. “Also, April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, so we’re reminding people to put down their phones or electronic devices, eliminate all distractions, and just focus on driving.”

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Relax Boomer Parents; Millennials May Be More Financially Savvy Than You Realize Millennials came of age at a time when the job market was weak and their student-loan debt was high.

Such a dreary combination did not bode well for a rosy financial future.

But could it be, when all is said and done, that millennials will prove to be just as financially savvy as their baby boomer parents?

“Many millennials definitely have traits and experiences that could serve them well when it comes to planning their finances,” says Dennis Notchick, an Investment Advisor and Certified Financial Planner.

“Just to give you one example, many millennials

are good about creating budgets. That’s a good habit to have because keeping track of your monthly expenses helps you do a better job of planning and saving.”

Millennials have become the largest segment of the adult population, and a Deloitte study reports they are expected to grow their wealth significantly in the next several years, at least in part because they are heading into their prime-earning years. (The oldest millennials are in their mid30s.)

The fact they grew up in a time of fast-developing technology and are quick to adapt to the changes also gives them

an advantage, Notchick says. In the financial-investing world, new technology now provides for an instant snapshot of an investment or an entire estate on an app on their phone, and that’s a domain they are comfortable working within.

Based on his experience, Notchick says other ways many millennials may fare well in the world of finance include: •Millennials are proactive when they need advice. Millennials brim with confidence when it comes to money, with 84 percent saying they are confident about their ability to handle their finances, according to a Bank of America/USA

Today survey. But as confident as they are, they realize there are some things they just don’t know or simply can’t learn through a Google search, Notchick says.

Millennials also are willing to listen to their boomer parents when it comes to financial advice.

One study showed that 65 percent of millennials believe their parents provided a good example of how to have a successful financial future. They also realize that there is a cost to doing nothing and also a potential risk.

•Millennials change with the times. Millennials adapt easily to change and new ideas, whereas a majority of boomers

are slower to adapt as the world, and the markets, evolve. “What worked in the past may not work in the future, and the markets we are in right now are not the markets of the 80s and 90s,” Notchick says. On the other hand, boomers do have the advantage of experience, right or wrong, and one thing their experience has taught them is that it’s always important to keep learning.

•Millennials take a different route with retirement savings. While boomers were encouraged to contribute to a 401(k) or an IRA, millennials are increasingly looking towards Roth IRAs, Roth 401(k)s, S Cor-

porations and a certain type of life insurance, Notchick says. They see the giant tax liability that awaits retirees who used those traditional tax-deferred accounts, and they want to avoid it. They prefer to pay their taxes now so they can withdraw the money tax free in retirement.

“Because of the size of their generation, millennials are going to have a major impact on the economy and on investing in the coming years,” Notchick says. “Don’t sell them short because many of them are very much up to the challenge.”

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

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

Baldwin Station’s

Smelt Fry

Check the Out & About page in this week’s Amery Free Press for more area events

Friday, April 28, 12 noon-8 p.m.

AMERICAN LEGION 410 MAPLE ST., BALDWIN Menu: All You Can Eat Smelt!

The Northern Lakes Center for the Arts presents

Beans, Coleslaw, Chips, Bread, Milk/Water, Coffee

“An Organ Concert”

An evening of instructional comments and music performed on the Northern Lakes pipe-organ by organist, Michael Berndt.

FREE WILL DONATION

Proceeds will go towards the Baldwin Station Equipment Fund

Saturday, April 22 - 7:30 p.m.

The Northern Lakes Center for the Arts 113 Elm St. - Amery, Wisconsin - (715) 268-6811

Clear Lake Community Theatre presents

“Murder At Crooked House”

Admission: Adults - 5.00/Children - $1.00

Turtle Lake American Legion 320 Maple Street South Turtle Lake

Book by Tim Kelly Music and Lyrics by Bill Francoeur April 21, 22, 23 April 28, 29, 30

Sponsored by Donalds-Hylkema Post 137

Friday & Saturday 7 p.m.

Sunday 2 p.m.

SMELT FRY

Clear Lake Community Center Gymnasium

Saturday, April 29 4-8 p.m.

Admission $8 Adults, $7 Senior Citizen, $5 18/under Refreshments served during intermission - free will donation

Adults $8; kids (12 & under) $4

“Murder at Cooked House” is presented through special arrangements with Pioneer Drama Service

Take outs available after 4:30 p.m. by calling 715-556-5664

1/4 mile north of Hwy. 8 on Cty. H Amery, Wis. 715-268-6262 Open Daily 10:30 a.m.

FULL MENU DRINK & FOOD SPECIALS

BOOK EARLY! •Weddings •Banquets •Private Parties

Friday, April 21, 8 p.m.-Midnight • $12 Advance, $14 at the door

Classic Doo-Wop to Rock-a-Billy to pounding Rock ‘n Roll

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AREA BOWLING SCORES Club 53 Bar & Lanes, Amery MONDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Tac Two ................................................ 157 Shoreview ...........................................149 Division 2 Dick’s Fresh Market ..........................154 Amery True Value ............................ 140 High games: Jim Swanson 247235-201, Robert Albee 236-211, Rod Gehrman 236-203, Todd Zemke 228204, Gary Nottom 209, High series: Jim Swanson 683, Robert Albee 628, Rod Gehrman 627, Todd Zemke 611, Gary Nottom 579.

TUESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Club 53 ...............................................157.5 Northwest Communications ..... 137.5 Division 2 Waterside .........................................174.0 Chet Johnson Drug ........................ 131.0

High games: Wade Prindle 270245, Randy Olson 234, Josh Gould 226-217, Kelly Fitzgerald 214, Erik Wojchik 214-202.

High series: Wade Prindle 706, Josh Gould 631, Kelly Fitzgerald 577, Randy Olson 561.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Preferred Lawn.............................. 152.0 Amery Fire Dept. ............................147.0 Division 2 Club 53 ............................................... 161.5 Lamperts ......................................... 126.5 High games: Beau Gorres 278256-209, Billy Vierkandt 232, Denis Carteron 214, Dave Fox 203, Jerod Wollan 201-200, Lyle Kaehler 200.

High series: Beau Gorres 743, Billy Vierkandt 603, Jerod Wollan 595, Denis Carteron 568, Adam Witthoft 559, Lyle Kaehler 555.

THURSDAY-FRIDAY NIGHT WOMEN Division 1

Club 53 .............................................. 163.5 Chet’s .................................................161.0 Northwest Communications .....147.0 Division 2 Amery Fire Dept. ........................... 163.5 Amery Hospital .............................150.0 Bremer ...............................................114.0 High games: Arica Boudreau 185, Katie Lauterbach 180-174-160, Anne Wollan 179-171-170, Ashley Allen 170, Sid Jones 169-159, Shelby Cockrell 167, Kelli Galbraith 158, Janet Martinson 157, Cheryl Sobottka 157, April Boe 156-154, Jess Sine 156, Alyssa Slocum 155, Lori Kopacz 155, Bev Gorres 153, Kelsey Monteith 152.

High series: Anne Wollan 520, Katie Lauterbach 516, Sid Jones 463, Shelby Cockrell 459, Bev Gorres 436, Cheryl Sobottka 434, Janet Martinson 427, Alyssa Slocum 427, Arica Boudreau 425.

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Handcrafed items from local artisans

Wooden bowls - hand turned, Stained Glass Mosaic items, Pyrography Art, Knitted and Crochet items, Plus Much More RAIN OR SHINE, IN HEATED GARAGE

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Congregational Church of Amery presents . . .

This is where you will find Garage Sale ads Downsizing Sale

Wednesday, April 19Friday, April 21, 8-4

Dewey Frye is dead, and his wife Dorothy is left behind to pick up the pieces and hold her family together.

Funerals bring out the worst, the best, and the funniest in people, and the Frye family is no exception.

A big-hearted comedy about family â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Southern Style.

Woodwork power and hand tools, collectables, Xmas items galore. Elvis decanter, music boxes, gas tiller/snow blower combo

716 Harriman Ave. S, Amery

An evening of Fun, Food & Fellowship!

MOVING SALE

Dinner and Dessert will be served during the show and will include Gluten Free and Vegetarian options!

Lawnmower, snowblower, some furniture, small appliances and much misc.

Friday, May 5, 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, May 6, 6:30 p.m.

Sunday, May 7, 12 p.m.

Friday, May 12, 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, May 13, 6:30 p.m.

Tickets on sale NOW for $20 a ticket Questions, please contact the Church Office at 715-268-7390 or a Mission Team 2017 Member!

PROCEEDS WILL FUND THE MT17 HABITAT FOR HUMANITY MISSION TRIP IN JUNE

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Truck Driver/Deliver Form-A-Feed is seeking a Truck Driver for our New Richmond, WI location. This position reports to the Plant Manager with the objective of promoting and distributing feed products in a safe, reliable and timely manner.

Primary duties and responsibilities include: •Feed Delivery •Maintenance and equipment upkeep •Customer Service •Relationship Building Minimum Requirements: •Class A CDL •Meet all DOT driver qualifications and log information •Pass DOT testing requirements and meet all physical DOT requirements •Communication skills verbally, reading and writing •Ability to perform simple mathematical equations •Ability to lift 50 to 70 lbs.

To apply, visit www.formafeed.com or contact the Human Resources department at (715) 246-6525.

8 golf course lots located in Pondhurst, Amery, WI 54001 Also available attractive rural building sites.

WILL CONSIDER TRADE OF OTHER HOUSES

715-222-1706 Cell 715-268-6336 Home HELP WANTED

Waitresses/ Waiters Apply in person

Wolter’s Shoreview Supper Club on Pike Lake, Amery Wed.-Sat. after 4 pm

Deadline for the Classified page is Friday noon

Now Hiring!

Good Samaritan Society St. Croix Valley, is looking for

Evening & Night Shift RN’s & LPN’s Competitive pay and benefits offered.

SIGN ON BONUS

To find out more, visit good-sam.com/stcroixvalley.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, religion, marital status, color, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other protected status.

CHURCH OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR FOR REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH, AMERY Part-time (approx. 16 hours/week), flexible salaried position. Responsibilities: Do bulletin/newsletter creation/production, record keeping, website maintenance and communications. Computer skills, interpersonal skills and confidentiality are essential. Interested persons may contact Redeemer Lutheran Church by email (revrooster78@yahoo.com) or by phone (715-268-7283) by May 3rd, 2017.

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PT & FT Resident Care Assistants

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Good Samaritan Society – St. Croix Valley is now hiring fulland part-time CNAs. Competetive benefits offered.

To find out more, visit good-sam.com/stcroixvalley.

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$500 Sign On Bonus with successful completion of 1st 6 months!

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FT & PT Electronic Assemblers Flexible schedules.

Starting pay between $7.74-$9.76 BOE No experience needed - on the job training

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Come join our team and find out why Willow Ridge

Please stop in and speak with Kristin or Michelle for more details

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Duties for this versatile individual will include: order/data e Departments for this versatile individual will include: orservice, answering phones,Duties general assistance to answering administra der/data entry, filing, customer service, Mon-Thurs 6 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

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Electrical Estimator/Project Manager

Seeking motivated individual to estimate and sell electrical contracting services for our St. Croix Falls office. Experience preferred. Will consider a combination of education or experience in electrical construction, construction management or estimating. Will need to work as a team player in a busy office with strong attention to detail and the ability to multi-task.

We offer excellent salary and benefit package including family health insurance and 401K. Please send resume and salary requirements to customerservice@neielectric.com.

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Screen Printers

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detention of male and female inmates in the Jail; providing a positive rehabilitative influence to all inmates; insuring compliance with all applicable state and federal laws; and acting within the policies and procedures of the Polk County Jail. Polk County will provide complete training, including the six week Basic Jailer Certification program to successful candidate.

Deadline to apply: April 27, 2017

Seasonal Laborer (possible locations: Parks, Highway, Recycling) Full-time - Non-Exempt Position Starting Wage: $11.50 Work full-time/weekday hours throughout the summer season, performing skilled operation of motorized equipment used in the construction, repair and maintenance of County highways, parks and trails, and buildings and grounds. This is a combination of common physical labor and some vehicle and equipment operation. Requires a valid state driver license.

$500 Sign On Bonus

Government Center Starting Wage: DOQ

Responsible for gathering demographic, financial, and insurance information from new admissions for various Community Service programs and services; providing information, referral for Community Service programs as well as services available in the community, and assistance in obtaining health insurance.

Associates degree in Human Services or related field required.

College education preferred with emphasis on communication, sociology, psychology and human relations coursework.

Deadline to apply: May 3, 2017 Judicial Assistant Polk County Justice Center Full-time - Non-Exempt Position Starting Wage: DOQ

Performs clerical/administrative and legal support duties for the Polk County Circuit Judge, including but not limited to compiling information and preparing legal documents, drafts and correspondence, organizing, preparing, and administering legal documentation and files. Requires a minimum of a Associate Degree as Legal Assistant or in related field, and two yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; experience working within the legal system; or an equivalent combination Deadline to apply: May 3, 2017 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

On-site laundry and huge storage lockers, updated units, microwaves.

Rent based on 30% of income!

For those 62+ or disabled of any age.

with successful completion of 1st 6 months!

Looking For:

2 Full Time Screen Printers

1-800-944-4866 Ext. 1122 Equal Housing Opportunity

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Four 10 hour days Mon.-Thurs. 5:30 am-4 pm No experience needed - on the job training

Deadline to apply: April 27, 2017 Human Services Intake Specialist Full-time - Non-Exempt Position

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*Part-time Cashiers

-Opening -Closing Every other weekend Stop by to fill out an application today North of Amery on Hwy. 46 715-268-7654

FOR RENT

460 SF secure space

Rear Shoppes of Amery

$250 per month Call Nate @ 715-441-1423

Part-Time Cook

Good Samaritan Society - St. Croix Valley, is now hiring a PT Cook.

2 PM days per week - 4 hour shifts NEW PAY. Competitive benefits offered.

To find out more, visit good-sam.com/stcroixvalley.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, religion, marital status, color, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other protected status.

HELP WANTED

Permanent/Part-time Machine Operator inserting newspapers Avg. 20 hours/week APPLY IN PERSON

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Full Time PM/NOC CNA *Paid Training or $500 Sign-On Bonus* Come join our team and find out why Willow Ridge Healthcare is the premier Rehabilitation and Long Term Care provider in the area!

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A great night at the rink Stuart Hellie had a good time at the Minnesota Wild’s final home game last week. He caught one of the pucks autographed by Zach Parise, named one of the three players of the game.

Hellie also ribbed Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Eddie Lack.

Yuhas places first at State On March 26th Siri Yuhas, a 4th grade student in Amery, took the 1st place All Around win at her state meet in New Prague, MN. Siri competes for the Premier Wind team out of Clear Lake, Wisconsin. Going up against 36 other gymnasts in her age group, Siri performed well on all 4 events to take the trophy on top of the podium with a 31.35 AA score.

The Premier Wind had an awesome season breaking their team personal bests in all areas.

Hope Kyrola took the 1st place on vault at this meet and several of the girls placed in many of the events. The Wind came in 6th out of 12 teams at this meet! Great job to all the girls.

Credit Union Launches New Financial Literacy Program Options for disabled youth subject of Clear Lake ‘Community Conversation’ Clear Lake High School Special Education Department and the Aging and Disability Resource Center of Northwest Wisconsin invite you to join them for a community conversation event focused on building community relationships to increase employment opportunities for Clear Lake youth with disabilities.

This event will take place on Monday, May 1st from 5:30-7:30pm at the Clear Lake High School Library.

Why hold a community conversation?

First, businesses need good employees and second, youth with disabilities are looking for meaningful work experiences. They want to work, participate, contribute and be a part of the community.

The group invites local employers, community members, students with disabilities and their families to be a part of the solution.

A free dinner will be served promptly at 5:30pm. Please RSVP to Diane Blanchard at 715-263-2113 or dblanchard@clwarriors.org. This event is presented in partnership by: Wisconsin Transition Improvement Grants, Let’s Get to Work, Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities, the Clear Lake School District, and the Aging and Disability Resource Center of Northwest Wisconsin.

WESTERN WI— WESTconsin Credit Union is excited to announce the launch of $MART, its new financial literacy program.

This program was created to bridge the gaps between the credit union’s many financial literacy programs, events and resources, and support members on their financial journey from childhood through retirement. $MART stands for: $upporting financial literacy within our communities Mentoring credit union members and members of the community on their financial journey Advocating for credit unions and financial literacy

Relationship-building with credit union members, educators, parents and members of the community Teaching credit union members and members of the community about finance From childhood through retirement, $MART is packaged according to life stages: $MART Start for youth and teens, $MART Future for high school students and young adults and $MART Living for adults and retirees. Each division of the $MART program has a variety of helpful resources.

To learn more, visit $MART Financial Literacy at westconsincu.org.

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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Refresh your Patio A

s the weather begins warming, you may be planning to get more use out

of your patio. Patios are the perfect area for outdoor social gatherings. Get your patio in shape this spring by creating a comfortable meeting spot.

Outdoor Lighting

Focus on the Floor

Add Accent Items

Having a well-lit patio gives you the freedom to entertain your guests even when the sun goes down. Installing a lighting system on your patio can be expensive if there is not existing electricity outdoors. Contact a licensed local electrician for a quote to see if it is feasible for your budget.

If you’re looking to brighten up your patio on a budget, solar lights are a good option. A simple strategy that can go a long way is to place solar spotlights around the perimeter of your patio. If you have a ceiling over your patio, consider hanging solar string lights above you.

Over time, a patio floor can appear less than appealing. Weather can cause cracks or imperfections to your floor. A simple way to hide these imperfections and add some flair to your patio is an area rug.

There are differences between interior and exterior rugs. A rug that is meant to be kept outside will be made of stronger materials that help it hold up to different weather conditions.

Another aspect to consider is the shape of your rug.

Plan to choose a rug that is shaped the same as your patio table. For example, a circular rug is a good choice under a circular table.

You can completely change the aspect of your patio by adding a few different accent items. Consider some of these inexpensive items for a fresh new look: • Pillows: Adding colorful pillows to drab or old furniture can give your patio new life.

• Lanterns: Creating a path of lanterns leading to your patio creates an attractive welcome.

• Mirrors: If you have an unused fence or wall near your patio, mirrors in rustic frames will give your patio a whimsical feel.

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well-designed kitchen will offer many benefits for your home’s appearance. Overall value also should not be ignored. Your kitchen is likely a high-traffic room used to host gatherings for family and friends. Consider upgrading your kitchen with a tile backsplash this spring.

You may not be getting the most out of the space between your countertop and cabinets. A tile backsplash will complement your home’s cabinetry and become a talking point for your guests.

Use Your Surroundings A colorful tile backsplash will add a tremendous amount of flair to your kitchen. It is important to consider your existing kitchen design first.

Traditionally a backsplash is used to add an impressive view that joins your countertops and cabinets together. Be sure to choose a tile that mixes well with your other fixtures.

Consider the color of your countertop when deciding on a tile color. A colorful countertop will benefit from a neutral backsplash color but can shine if you mix it up with patterns. Remember, neutral colors such as black, blue and white create stunning results when blended together.

Complement Your Cabinets Keep in mind that changing the color of any room will cause an instant transformation. This transformation will add

or take away from your kitchen’s design, depending on how the colors mesh together.

Your cabinets will be another factor in deciding which tile color you choose. Amber-colored cabinets look great with a neutral-colored backsplash. Using a mixture of blue and gray tiles will create a warm and welcoming appearance.

Oak cabinets will pop when featured with a red-ceramic tile.

Be sure to choose a lighter shade of red if your cabinets have a dark finish.

Change It Up Don’t choose a tile color that is too similar to the rest of your fixtures or you may find yourself with an uninspired backsplash.

Using different shades of your kitchen’s primary colors can tie your kitchen’s design together and show off an extravagant flair.

Experiment with different shades and tones to achieve the tile backsplash that works best for your home.

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lean edges around your flower gardens and walkways give your borders a neat, attractive appearance. Creating these edges is simple with the right tools. This spring, shape up your flower beds by learning how to create edges and maintain them.

The Right Tools Chances are you already have a spade in your garage or shed. While it may take more work to complete the job with this tool alone, it is possible. There are a couple downsides of using only a spade.

If you are creating edges for a large garden, it will take much more time and elbow grease to do it with a hand tool.

Plus, it is harder to cut curves with a spade, which is a big aspect of an attractive edge.

A gasoline-powered edger is best for large jobs. There is no wait time to restart once you run out of fuel, and it will

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be stronger than an electric edger.

An electric edger is efficient for smaller jobs. As the battery drains, its strength will be reduced, and it will not be restored until it is placed on a charger. This can make edging take longer, as you will need to allow the tool to rest until it is fully charged.

Creating the Edge Creating a new edge can be an easy task but requires a little hard work. You will need a spade or edging tool and, to make it easier, a garden hose.

Here are a few simple steps to a perfect edge: • Lay out the garden hose along the border of your garden. The hose will easily flex to be used as a guide to cut attractive curves.

• If you’re using a spade, cut into the sod to a depth between 4 and 6 inches.

• Once you have one side of your border cut, follow your slice again on the other side. This is to sever all roots from your edge.

• Using a powered edger is as easy as guiding your tool along your desired border path. Guide your tool slowly as it

may get away from you and create sloppy edges.

Maintain an Edge The edge itself won’t require much maintenance, but it is important to keep its surroundings sharp and intact.

Plants within the bed may begin to grow over the edge. Prune these plants so they stay in the bed.

The lawn on the other side of the edge also should be mowed regularly. Any grass or weeds that grow over the edge should be eliminated.

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inter has gone, and it’s time to put the flannel sheets in the closet and get ready for warmer nights. Spoil yourself by buying new bedding that adds style to your room and a new level of comfort. at the top of the bed.

• Comforter: Generally much shorter than a bedspread. It will cover the sides of the bed but will not be nearly long enough to reach the floor. You can use shams to cover the area it doesn’t cover at the top of the bed.

• Quilt: Usually only long enough to cover a bed’s box spring. In addition to a quilt, use a bed skirt if you want your new bedding to reach the floor.

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a color or pattern. There are three major types of bedding.

• Bedspread: A bed cover that typically reaches the floor on all three sides and offers extra fabric to create an attractive fold

Before you decide between a pattern or using solid-colored bedding, weigh the pros and cons of both.

Solid-colored bedding will give your room a simple and relaxing atmosphere. This doesn’t mean simple must be boring. Choose the main color you want to feature, then layer it with different shades of the same color. Incorporating vari-

ous shades will keep your bed from looking dull.

Patterned bedding also comes with advantages.

You can use patterns to pick up different accents from your bedroom. Consider using floral prints to give your bedroom a romantic feel.

Accessories Once you have the perfect bedding style that suits your room, you can throw in some extra flair with different accessories. Use window treatments such as matching drapes or scarves to add the finishing touches to your new bedding.

Vibrant pillow shams also will complement your new bedding. You can choose shams that go with your existing color scheme or make a bold statement with something totally different.

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DNR is geared-up and ready for wildfire battle Forty-four wildfires have burned in the last week with more anticipated this weekend due to strong winds and dry conditions in parts of the state.

As the DNR suspends burning permits in several counties where the DNR has burning authority, the public is being asked to use extreme caution, especially with brush or burn piles, and follow the fire restrictions over the next few days until the fire danger minimizes.

"Already, we have more than doubled the number of wildfires this year compared to last year at this time," said Catherine Koele, DNR wildfire prevention specialist. "We've had more than 190 wildfires since the snow-cover disappeared and we have a lot of fire season left before things green-up and the fire danger subsides."

Wisconsin's typical fire season is in the spring shortly after the snow disappears and when dead vegetation is most vulnerable for ignitions and rapid fire spread. This coupled with stretches of no rain, low humidity and high winds can result in increased fire activity.

Fire control resources will be on high

alert and ready to mobilize quickly when fires are detected.

"There is a lot of planning and preparation that leads into fire season. This includes training, communications, weather and fuels analysis, equipment inspections, simulations, fire prevention efforts, lots of moving parts to make sure everyone out there is safe when the smoke hits the air," says Koele.

How the public can gear-up too More than 98 percent of all wildfires in Wisconsin are caused by people. The majority of these fires result from careless burning of debris on the ground in piles or burn barrels. Something as simple as getting a burning permit or being aware of the daily fire danger can prevent a wildfire.

"DNR burning permits are free and take minutes to obtain online," said Koele. "The key is to get the permit, follow the daily burn restrictions and make sure the fire is completely out."

One of the greater concerns this year is the rising number of unmanned aircraft systems or 'drones' in the air operated by the general public, particularly

over fire areas. Wisconsin routinely utilizes aircraft for fire detection and to aid in suppression efforts. The DNR is kindly asking that operators of drones remain clear of the fire area and not interfere with any operations as it does compromise the safety of firefighters and the public.

Being a good steward of the land also means that community members should dial 911 immediately if they see a wildfire or smoke. This allows fire suppression resources to attack the fire quickly in hopes of minimizing the potential impacts.

Find out which counties have suspended burning permits and witness real-time fire activity by visiting dnr. wi.gov and enter keyword "fire." To see the DNR fire control 'gearing up for fire season,' visit the DNR homepage and watch the short video of all the efforts it takes protect Wisconsin's valuable resources Amery residents can use the City’s website to easily apply for burning permits online, visit amerywisconsin.org.

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s spring approaches, so do beautiful flowers, furry animals and sunshine. Now is the perfect time to update your interior window decor so you can have an attractive viewing point from which watch spring unfold in front of your eyes.

Before you decide on which curtains to feature in your home, it is important to know the many different styles and textures available. You also will need to take an accurate measurement of the width of your window and the length of curtain you want. The right curtains can give a dull room a breath of fresh air.

Curtain Texture Curtains can help take your home design to the next level. Consider the style of your living room before making a curtain purchase. Is your living room used as a formal area or more of a casual room?

Formal areas benefit from heavy silk or velvet curtains. Most curtains from this family are strictly dry-clean only.

Decide if you are willing to drag your curtains to a dry cleaner each time they need clean-up. For a dignified curtain that is less restrictive on its washing methods, consider silk rayon blends or cotton sateen.

For a casual living room, billowy linen or cotton blends will do the trick. Be sure to read the manufacturer’s washing instructions. Even some casual curtains require special cleaning methods.

Choosing a Color If you are retaining your existing living room layout, you will need to choose curtains that will complement its current design.

When choosing a color, decide if you want your new curtains to blend in with the room or make a statement. To blend, choose a color a few shades darker than your wall color or existing furniture.

If you are aiming to make your curtains pop, choose a bold color that is different from your current color palette.

Length

The latest trend in interior design is floor-reaching curtains. The amount of curtain that is touching the floor is, of course, a preference.

Curtains that extend onto the floor by about 3 inches provide a relaxed and romantic appearance. These longer curtains do require more maintenance and may get in the way during regular housework, such as vacuuming.

You may prefer curtains that rise above the floor by a few inches. These are more practical and easier to manage.

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Create a budget-friendly Make the most of mulching home landscape

Homeowners understandably envy the award-worthy photo spreads in lawn and garden magazines, wanting to emulate those same looks on their own properties. Although not every homeowner has the budget to create lavish landscape designs, it’s still possible for homeowners to create lawns they can be proud of.

• Establish your budget. The first step in any project is to determine how much money you can devote to the job.

Once you have established the budget, all other factors can be built around it.

• Find an inspiration piece. Great landscapes are inspired by many things, whether it’s a memorable piece of art or a landscape layout in a lawn and gardening magazine. Use photos of other gardens or neighbors’ yards as inspiration and build off of them. As long as the theme is cohesive, it will look pleasing to the eye.

• Consider the space and how you want to use it. Understanding the space will help you better allocate your budget.

If your yard is more of a retreat, look for ways to create privacy and a vacation feel. If you have kids and entertaining friends is a main priority, focus on recreational

aspects, such as a pool, playset and some durable plants. Understanding how to allocate your budget will help you to avoid spending money frivolously.

• Think about reclaimed or repurposed materials. Brand new items can quickly eat up a budget. However, repurposing salvaged or inexpensive items can stretch that budget while adding some unique flair to a landscape. See if you can find an outdoor patio set that someone is giving away or selling for a lower price. All it takes is a coat of paint and some new cushions to make it look like new. Discarded bricks or stones can be worked into a patio space or used to create raised garden beds. Purchase inexpensive flower pots and then paint them to make them look like stone or another desired material.

• Buy native plants. Native plants, shrubs, r Oveears y r ce e 5 O3 vpeearriesn xy nce e 5 2 r ie e exp

trees, and flowers will fare better than non-native, exotic plants. That means you’ll have to spend less time and money nurturing them into health, and less money having to replace plants that cannot withstand your climate.

• Consider perennial plants. Perennials may cost more at the outset, but the savings will be realized in the years to come.

• Use gravel in spots where plants don’t thrive. Gravel is an inexpensive landscaping material that can fill in voids where plants or ground cover simply do not flourish. Those working on limited budgets may be happy to learn gravel is typically less expensive than concrete or pavers.

• Ask friends or family for clippings. Don’t be shy about admiring the plantings of those you know. Flatter their good taste and ask if you can have some clippings to propagate yourself.

These clippings can turn into lush plants in no time — with no additional spending required.

With some frugal spending, planning and budgeting, anyone can create a beautiful landscape.

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What is mulch?

Mulch refers to a material spread around or over a plant to enrich and/or insulate its soil.

Many homeowners prefer mulch made of wood chips, which is both effective and readily available. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency notes that organic mulches, which include leaves, wood chips, compost or grass clippings, can be used by homeowners who want to develop eco-friendly landscapes.

Why mulch?

Mulching can benefit plants around a property in various ways. Many people lay mulch because the mulch helps soil retain moisture in the summer, when temperatures tend to be at their hottest.

This can help plants survive summer heat waves.

Mulch also can be used to suppress weeds. Weeds, which steal moisture plants need to build strong roots and survive summer, need light to grow.

When laid correctly, mulch deprives weeds of the light they need to grow. Or-

ganic mulches can even provide homes for crickets and a type of beetle that feed on weed seeds.

Mulch also can deter harmful pests depending on the type of mulch homeowners choose. When purchasing mulch, homeowners will have to choose between the aforementioned organic mulch or man-made mulches, which may be made of plastic or rubber. While man-made mulches may repel pests, they also can have adverse effects. Plastic, for example, can heat up in the summer and cause plants to burn. Certain organic mulches can repel insects that

can threaten plants. That’s because the majority of organic mulches increase the amount of beneficial bacteria in the soil, and they also increase the presence of helpful insects that do not pose a threat to plant life. Those helpful insects help keep harmful insects at bay.

Compost is a type of organic mulch that may attract harmful insects. While that does not mean homeowners should shy away from using compost as mulch, they should know that they may need to employ organic insecticides to combat their unwanted guests.

Mulch is a potentially valuable tool homeowners can use to improve the look and health of their properties.

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hile a garden will provide you with healthy, rich produce throughout the warmer months, it also can consume valuable space. You may think your yard lacks extra space to contain a large garden, but you can grow an efficient garden in a smaller space. during the sunnier parts of the day. If you notice shadows appearing on your plot, you will need to either move the obstructions causing the shadows or choose a different spot. Moving obstructions may not always be feasible, especially if the shadows are caused by permanent fixtures such as a fence or tree.

You also should avoid planting near trees. Not only will the shade hinder your gardens’ growth, but they also have deep roots, which may get in the way of your budding plants.

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Small gardens can hold many different types of produce. They also can be easier to manage. Even a small garden plot will require a lot of maintenance, so, don’t think

you need to plant a large, overwhelming garden to get rewarded.

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on your property. This will ensure your plants get the amount of required sunlight.

Before you begin prepping your land for a garden, analyze the plot

Raised-bed gardening is great for keeping your plants contained in one small area. It also is effective at keeping out pests due to the tall border.

To build a raised-bed garden you must first determine how much space

you plan to use. Next you will need to lay the frame.

Either set up concrete blocks around the perimeter or piece boards together with screws.

Lay weed resistant cloth on the floor of your new bed. This is to keep weeds from entering your garden. Fill the bed with a 50/50 mixture of soil and compost. Leave about 2 inches of space between your mixture and the top of your frame.

Vegetables such as carrots, lettuce, radishes and onions will do great in a raised-bed garden. You can still even use trellises for plants that require support, like tomatoes or cucumbers.

Avoid planting melons or potatoes because they require a large amount of room to grow properly.

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Embrace greenscaping for a healthy lawn Lawn and garden enthusiasts are often on the lookout for new trends that can make their lawns and gardens healthier and more robust. One trend that has gained considerable popularity in recent years is the move toward greenscaping, a set of landscaping practices that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency says can improve the health and appearance of lawns and gardens while protecting and preserving the planet’s natural resources.

local climates and therefore do not require as much time and effort to care for than non-native plants. Non-native plants may struggle to adapt to foreign climates, requiring homeowners to water them more frequently than native plants. And homeowners who plant non-native plants can expect to spend money to ensure they survive.

So non-native plants can waste water and also cost homeowners time and money.

Why greenscape?

How can I greenscape?

While the opportunity to protect and preserve natural resources is reason enough for many lawn and garden enthusiasts to embrace greenscaping, there are additional benefits to turning a landscape into a greenscape.

Greenscaping promotes the planting of native plants, which are already accustomed to

Planting native plants is just one element of greenscaping. The following are a handful of additional ways men and women with green thumbs can turn their properties into healthy greenscapes.

• Build and maintain healthy soil. The EPA notes that a single teaspoon of healthy soil contains roughly four

billion organisms. These organisms help create a loose soil structure that promotes strong, healthy roots. In addition, healthy soil recycles nutrients for plants while protecting them from certain pests and diseases. One way to create healthy soil is to conduct a soil test to determine if it has any nitrogen, phosphorous, potassium or lime deficiencies. Another way to build healthy soil is to add compost when mixing top soil for new garden beds or plants. Among its many benefits, compost can help soil retain nutrients and water.

• Water effectively.

Lawns and gardens need water to thrive, but overwatering can be just as harmful to lawns as drought. Make a list of the types of plants (including the types of grass) in your yard, and then do your homework to determine how much water each plant needs. The EPA notes that vegetables and

other annuals should be watered at the first sign of wilting, while perennials typically only need water if they are still sagging when temperatures cool in the evening. Trees and shrubs with fully established roots usually do not require any watering, though they might need some in years that are especially dry. Avoid watering in mid-day,

when summertime temperatures are typically at their hottest and water is likely to evaporate. In addition, watering in the evening may encourage the growth of mold or disease, so water in the early morning.

• Practice “grasscycling.” When mowing the grass, leave clippings on the lawn (though not in large piles dumped from

buckets attached to the mower). It’s a misconception that grass clippings contribute to the buildup of thatch that blocks water from getting to the soil. In fact, when clippings are left on the lawn, the soil recycles the clippings into fertilizer.

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Spring cleaning projects you don’t want to forget Spring cleaning is an annual tradition in many households. After a winter spent cooped up indoors, spring cleaning can rejuvenate a household and provide a great chance to rid a home of a season’s worth of clutter.

Donating old clothes and cleaning out the garage are popular spring cleaning projects, but there are a host of additional tasks homeowners can tackle to freshen up their homes this spring.

more visible near the end of winter when more sunlight begins to shine through. Clean the curtains in adherence to the manufacturer instructions before you open windows for the season so any wind that blows in does not spread debris onto nearby furniture.

Once the curtains have been washed, opening windows may help them dry more quickly.

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Bathrooms also tend to bear the brunt of winter weather, as mold and grime can accumulate throughout a season in which it’s too cold to open bathroom windows to let fresh air in after bathing. Inspect ceilings, tubs, shower stalls, and floors for any signs of mold growth or grime. Mold growth in a home can lead to respiratory problems and exacerbate existing conditions such as asthma, so it’s best to inspect bathrooms for any signs of mold growth throughout winter. If you have let that slip, prioritize such inspections come spring cleaning time.

Simply vacuuming or sweeping the floors might not be enough to banish some of winter’s most uninvited guests. Dust has a way of settling into a home over the course of a typical winter, and it’s easy for a home’s inhabitants to track dirt and debris inside as well. After vacuuming or sweeping floors, go over them with a mop. Doing so can remove any lingering dust, dirt, debris, and allergens the vacuum or broom failed to pick up. Apply wood cleaner and polish to wood floors to make them look even cleaner.

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Add productive garden space and raise your planting bed with straw bale gardening. This technique allows gardeners to create raised bed gardens on a patio, lawn or any area with poor compacted soil. Straw bale gardening has been around for centuries, but thanks to Joel Karsten’s book “Straw Bale Gardens” it has gained new popularity.

All that is needed are a few straw bales, fertilizer, a bit of compost and time to condition, plant and water the garden.

Be sure to purchase straw bales made from alfalfa, wheat, oats, rye or other cereal grain that have less weed seeds than hay. Start a few weeks before the designated planting date.

Place the bales in their permanent location with the cut sides up and twine parallel to the ground.

Once you start the condition process, the bales will be very heavy and hard to move. When the bales are in place you are ready to start the conditioning process. This is done to start the inside of the straw bales composting, so they’ll support plant growth.

On day one, spread fertilizer over the top of the bale. Use a ½ cup of a complete garden fertilizer or three cups of an organic fertilizer like Milorganite (milorganite. com). Then completely

moisten the bale. The organic fertilizers feed the microorganisms that help decompose the straw into a nutrient rich planting medium.

Thoroughly soak the bale everyday. On days three and five you will add more fertilizer at the same rate used on day one.

Days seven through nine use half the rate used on day one. This would be ¼ cup of a complete garden fertilizer or 1 ½ cups of an organic fertilizer. Thoroughly water the bale each time.

On day ten you will add one cup of 10-10-10 or three cups of an organic fertilizer rich in phosphorous and potassium. This completes the conditioning process.

Bales treated with a complete fertilizer should be ready to plant. You may need to wait a few more days when using an organic fertilizer. The inside of the bale should be the temperature of warm bath water or cooler for planting. If it is hotter than this, wait for the bale to cool a bit before you plant.

Use a trowel to pry open a hole in the bale. Place the plant in the hole and cover the roots with potting mix or compost.

Create a planting bed for seeds by covering the bale with a one- to twoinch thick layer of planting mix. Follow the planting directions on the back of the seed packet.

Regular watering is critical for success with this method. Soaker hoses or drip irrigation make this an easier task. You can also use gallon milk jugs with holes in the bottom or inverted two-liter soda bottles placed near the base of each plant to provide water where it is needed.

Give your straw bale garden a nutrient boost about once a month or as needed throughout the growing season.

Follow these steps and you’ll be well on your way to growing a productive straw bale garden to enjoy throughout the season.

Gardening expert Melinda Myers has more than 30 years of horticulture experience and has written over 20 gardening books, including Small Space Gardening and the Midwest Gardener’s Handbook. She hosts The Great Courses “How to Grow Anything: Food Gardening For Everyone” DVD set and the nationally syndicated Melinda’s Garden Moment TV & radio segments.

Myers is a columnist and contributing editor for Birds & Blooms magazine and spokesperson for Milorganite. Myers’ website is www.melindamyers. com.

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Spring cleaning encompasses a host of tasks, and homeowners who want a truly clean house should not overlook smaller tasks that can produce big results.

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