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Two announce COUNTRY candidacy for Polk County Clerk

Two candidates announced their intentions for the Polk County Clerk position this week.

Democrat Mary Joe Hacker, and Republican Sharon Jorgenson. One of the two could replace outgoing clerk Carole Wondra, who is retiring at the end of this term.

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Mary Jo Hacker “Hello, my name is Mary Jo Hacker and I am announcing my candidacy for the position of Polk County Clerk.

“I am a member of the Democratic Party and live in the Village of Milltown with my husband, Brad. I was born in Minnesota but have been a Wisconsin Resident since 1984. We have two wonderful children attending college and have lived in the Milltown Community for the past 32 years. I’m active in our church, school and community.

“I have been employed with Polk County for the last 24 Hacker years. I started out part-time working in Parks, Building & Solid Waste as the Office Manager, along with working part-time in the County Clerk’s office, so I am familiar with duties of County Clerk.

“I currently hold a position in the Polk County Community Service Division in Economic Support. Within this position, I work with implementing applications for Wisconsin State Department of Workforce Development and Department of Health and Family Services following established policies, regulations, methods, and techniques as standard practice in the de

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As a WIAA school, Amery nominates one boy and one girl annually for the WIAA Scholar Athlete program.

During a March 30 awards banquet, Amery Senior Alicia Monson became the first Amery student in 12 years to be chosen for the award. The last

Amery student to earn the award was 2004 graduate Daniel Hegg.

In recognition, Monson receives a medallion, a certificate, and special plaque for display in the school’s trophy case. The state awards ceremony will take place in May. The WIAA Scholar Athlete program began in 1984. Each WIAA member school may nominate one boy and one

girl for the honor, and only eight students are chosen statewide from each athletic division. Awardees are selected based on both athletic and academic achievement.

Alicia is the daughter of Jay and Beth Monson. She has lettered in Cross Country all four years of high school, basketball her sophomore and junior years, and track three years so

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Alicia’s athletic record thus far is as follows: Conference awards: Cross Country: 9- 6th place, 1st Team All-Conference 11- Conference Champion 12- Conference Champion. Track and Field: 9- 3rd 1600 m run, 3rd 3200 m relay 10- Champion 800 m run, SEE SCHOLAR PAGE TWO

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CLERK: Polk Co. Primary election August 9 FROM PAGE ONE

termination of eligibility and issuance of public assistance benefits, through confidential administrative case management.

With my years of service, I have gained great knowledge of a wide variety of public information and services available in Polk County, along with administrative duties. With this experience I feel that I have the qualifications to carry on the duties of County Clerk.

I am a responsible, dependable person with excellent organization skills. I strive to deliver efficient and effective services in my work and to the resident of Polk County in my daily duties and would continue to do so serving as your County Clerk. “ Sharon Jorgenson Sharon Jorgenson also recently announced her candidacy for the position of County Clerk in Polk County on the Republican ticket.

Jorgenson and her husband Steve have resided in Polk County all their lives, raising a son and daughter to adulthood. Sharon was raised on her family’s farm near the North Valley Lutheran Church in Eureka Township.

Jorgenson attended Unity High School graduating as Salutatorian. When lay-offs of long term Polk-Burnett Electric employees resulted due to the recession, Jorgenson turned her lay-off into newfound opportunity, completing an Associate Degree

in Accounting from Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College in May 2014.

Her work background includes 6 years of banking experience, 23 years of service with Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative including security and propane, working with billing and payables at CWS Security, and currently, 3 plus years experience in a variety of tasks and accounting functions in the Clerk of Courts office at Polk County Courthouse. Jorgenson’s Jorgenson experience and key skills include a rich background of customer service, proficiency in accounting, financial aptitude and attention to detail, superior organization, and dedication to doing the job right.

“In my current position, I increased the use of tax intercept which greatly improved collections on outstanding amounts owed.

Other efforts to streamline processes and improve efficiency in my position are currently being employed as well.

I have a great deal of experience working with customers, and am well qualified for the County Clerk position. My work ethic, dedication to excellence, and desire to serve the public in a positive, welcoming manner will benefit both Polk County and its residents. Your vote for me in the Polk County Primary Election on August 9, 2016 will be greatly appreciated.”

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Champion 1600 m run, Champion 3200 m relay 11- Champion 1600 m run, Champion 3200 m run, 3rd 3200 m relay.

Sectional awards: Cross Country: 11- Sectionals Champion 12- Sectionals Champion Track and Field: 10- Sectionals 800 m and 1600 m Champion 11- Sectionals 1600 m and 3200 m Champion, 4th 3200 m relay.

State ChampiMonson onships: Track & Field, 2015 Division 2 State Champion in the 3200m Run, 2nd place in the 1600m.

Cross Country, 2014 Division 2-3rd Place, 2015 Division 2-State Champion.

Alicia also adds to her athletic honors with Cross Country MVP for grades 10 & 11, and District Runner of the Year, MVP, and Captain in grade 12. She was also a track MVP in grades 10 & 11.

Academically, Alicia’s GPA sits at 4.295, with a list of accomplishments including WBCA 3rd Team Academic All-State, Grade 11 and

12 Academic All-State for Cross County, National Honor Society, A-honor Roll, Academic Excellence, and Citizenship Letter.

Alicia is also very active elsewhere within her school and community. Her activities include student council, school musical, French club, Jazz choir, Jazz band, Solo and Ensemble, volunteer at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Service Delegate for River Valley Girl Scouts, and volunteering for various youth events.

Alicia credits two of her coaches as being influential in her success. About Cross Country Coach Paul Enslin, she says, “He showed me the importance of commitment and doing what I choose to do to the best of my ability.” And of Track Coach Kelsey Faschingbauer, she adds, “She has taught me to work hard to achieve my goals while taking time to have fun with it. I appreciate her confidence as a woman in her career field and in her role as a coach.”

Alicia plans to continue running Cross Country and Track for UW Madison. She’s not yet decided on a career field, but thinks it may be nutrition related.

State Assembly Rep. Adam Jarchow announces re-election bid January, 2015, Adam has spent a day each month working a full shift at a small business in the area. He calls these days “Working with You” Days.

From farmer, to beer delivery driver, to waiter, to garbage hauler, Adam has invested over 100 hours working side by side with the hard-working men and women of this area. Why? “Because working with you, helps me understand what you want me to be doing while I’m in Madison working for you,” said Jarchow. The job of a state representative is to learn about the hopes and dreams of the people he or she represents and then work on policy that will help make those hopes and

State Representative Adam Jarchow (R-Balsam Lake) announced that he would seek re-election to the State Assembly this week. Adam made his announcement via a video which was shared on his website (www. ada mja rchow.com), by email and on social media.

Adam’s message of optimism and restoring our belief in the Jarchow American Dream has animated Adam’s first term in office, during which he worked with you and for you. Since being inaugurated in

dreams a reality.

During his fi rst term, Adam was able to get a number of important pieces of legislation through the legislature. From protecting hunters, to property rights, to enhancing opportunities to grow the emerging sport of alpine-biking at area ski hills, Adam’s legislative victories are already helping people. Many people are now fi xing, repairing and improving their homes, when before, unreasonable rules stifled them. Hunters are able to enjoy their pastime free of harassment. Taxes are down. Businesses are growing. Jobs and wages are up.

Local governments and schools will

see millions in savings from our repeal of the prevailing wage law. And we have passed a number of bills to address the heroin epidemic, Alzheimer’s and dementia and college debt.

But there is much work to be done.

Jarchow commented, “Even though we have accomplished much, we still have much to accomplish. So in 2016, I’m in. I’m excited to keep working with you and for you. I ask for your support in this important campaign.”

‘You can view the campaign kickoff video and learn more about Adam by visiting his website www.adamjarchow.com.

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APRIL 21 Amery Area Garden Club The April luncheon/meeting of the Amery Area Garden Club will be at the Village Pizzeria in Amery on Thursday, April 21, starting at 11:30 a.m.

This will give club members the opportunity to discuss their personal garden experiences, such as changes they plan to make, adverse and good gardening and share information and advice. Public is welcome.

Bee Keepers Meeting The Polk/Burnett Bee Keepers Association will be meeting April 21, 2016. We will meet at 7:00 p.m. at the Polk County Justice Centerin Balsam Lake in the Community Room.

Mike Herrick will be our speaker. He will be speaking about mushrooms.

APRIL 21 & 22 Amery Area Rummage Sale The Annual Rummage sale hosted by the Amery Area Community Center will take place Thursday, April 21 from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Friday, April 22 from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be lots of items to choose from. Proceeds benefit the community center’s prorams and activities.

APRIL 22 Wittstock Retirement Party Judge Wittstock is retiring after 18 years on the Amery and Clear Lake area municipal court. Stop in to wish him well and thank him for his service, Friday, April 22 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Amery City Hall.

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

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

A Spoon River Anthology Saturday, April 23 and Sunday, April 24, Northern Lakes Center for the arts will present “A Spoon River Anthology.”

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

Spring Salad Luncheon and Quilt Raffle Balsam Lutheran Women will host a Spring Salad Luncheon and Quilt Raffle on Saturday, April 23. Registration is from 10:30 to 11:00. Guest speaker Bo Garbiel will speak at 11 a.m. on the history of food. Bring your oldest cook-

book. Luncheon will follow the program. Balsam Lutheran is located at 1115 Mains Crossing in Amery.

Bridge Dedication A dedication ceremony for the David Earl Paulson Memorial Bridge will take place Saturday, April 23 at 10:30 a.m. The bridge is located at the intersection of 40th Ave and 110th Street (Cty Rd C) in Black Brook, and crosses the Apple River near the old Paulson Farm.

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

For more information call 715-294-2657.

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

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

APRIL 22-24 “We the People” - the musical The Clear Lake Community Theater’s spring presentation is the musical patriotic tableau “We the People” will continue Friday and Saturday April 22nd and 23rd at 7 p.m. and Sunday April 24th at 2 p.m. Shows will be held at the Clear Lake Community Center Gymnasium. Adults $8, senior citizens $7, and $5 for those 18 and under.

APRIL 25-26 Amery Community Blood Drive The Amery Woman’s Club will host an Amery Community Blood Drive in conjuction with the Red Cross Bloodmobile at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church at 217 Deronda Street from 12 to 6 on Monday and Tuesday, April 25 and 26.

Call Cheryl Bowman at 715268-2062 or Jan Eichert at 715-268-5172 to schedule an appointment. Walk ins are also welcome. Be sure to bring a photo ID.

APRIL 26 Give Big St. Croix Valley Amery, Osceola, St. Croix Falls and surrounding communities will come together for 24 hours of unprecedented giving in support of the vital work of the nonprofits that serve our communities. It’s your chance

to make a real impact for your favorite nonprofits and the people they serve.

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

Pork Dinner A pork dinner with all the trimmings will be served at First Lutheran Church, 240 Elm Street West in Amery on Tuesday, April 26 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. The dinner is available for a free will offering, and takeouts are available by calling 715-268-7135.

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

Spring Rummage Sale Redeemer Lutheran Church at 600 S. Keller Ave. in Amery will host a Spring Rummage Sale with something for everyone on Thursday, April 28 from 11 to 5, and Friday, April 29 from 9 to 4. Serving BBQs, homemade potato salad and pie.

Historical Society Meeting A program about two Amery bootleggers is planned for the Thursday, April 28 meeting of the Amery Area Historical Society. The group will meet at the Amery Public Library at 5 p.m. The meeting will also include election of officers and future plans.

APRIL 29 Smelt Fry All you can eat smelt, beans coleslaw, chips, and bread will be served at the Baldwin American Legion Friday, April 29 from noon to 8 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Baldwin Fire Department’s station equipment fund.

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

Drug Take-Back Day Amery Police Department will sponsor a drug take-back day at the Amery Police Department from 11-2.

Prescription drugs, overthe-counter medications, and liquid medications in their original containers will be accepted.

Earth Day Work/Play An Earth Day Work/Play event will be held for the Stower Seven Lakes State Trail.

Meet in Amery’s Soo Line Park at 9 a.m.

MAY 2 Woman’s Club meeting The Amery Woman’s Club will meet Monday May 2nd at the Shoreview Supper Club.

Social hour is 5:00p to 6:00p.

Dinner will follow. Cost is $12.00 per person.

This month’s meeting will feature installation of officers, awards, and a demonstration in Straw Bale Gardening by Sally Christensen. A short business meeting will follow.

Dinner reservations are due

by April 25. RSVP to info@ amerywomansclub.com or call 715-573-4697.

MAY 3 Amery Women’s Golf Spring Banquet The Ladies Spring Banquet for the Amery Women’s Golf League is set for Tuesday, May 3. Social hour begins at 5:30 p.m. with dinner at 6:30 p.m. A meeting will follow. Cost is $18 for the dinner and a drawing.

Sign up at the Amery Golf Clubhouse by April 25 or contact Jan Reichert janreich@ amerytel.net 715-268-5172 or Sidney Jones spjlaj@hotmail. com 715-491-2938.

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

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Seven Lakes Half Marathon Arrive by 8:30 for a 9 a.m. start of the half-marathon taking place on the Stower Seven Lakes State Trail. Registration is $40 before May 1, or $50 the day of the event. Start/finish at Amery’s Soo Line Park. All finishers will receive medals and long sleeve dry fit tshirts, with awards to top finishers.

Register onine at RunSignUp. com. Contact Chelsea Whitley (cwhitley@amerytel.net) or Tony (admeyers@bremer.com) for more information.

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

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As I tune into the network morning news that I have on as background noise while I eat breakfast, I never cease to be amazed at the ongoing circus that is the 2016 presidential nomination process.

A great amount of air time has been devoted to concerns over the quality of the remaining candidates for both parties, with good reason in my opinion.

But I recently watched a six episode documentary series on CNN, “The Race for the White House” that put things in perspective for me.

The series, narrated and co-produced by actor Kevin profi les six races that Publisher Spacey, the producers claim have deTom Stangl fined our nation. The episodes are: John F. Kennedy vs. Richard Nixon in 1960, Abraham Lincoln vs. Stephen Douglas in 1860, George H.W. Bush vs.

Michael Dukakis in 1988, Harry Truman vs.

Thomas Dewey in 1948, Andrew Jackson vs.

John Quincy Adams in 1828 and Bill Clinton vs.

George H.W. Bush in 1992.

I’m a sucker for well done documentaries, and it is interesting to me how a single moment or gaffe by a candidate changes history.

Andrew Jackson won the popular vote in 1824, but did not win a majority in the electoral college. The race was decided by the House of Representatives. Henry Clay, the Speaker of the House and fourth place finisher in the electoral count in the 1824 race, struck a deal with Adams that he would serve as Secretary of State in exchange for his support. In the previous four administrations, the Secretary of State had been the successor to the president.

Adams was elected, but the “corrupt bargain” as it became to be known would sink the political ambitions of Adams and Clay. Jackson, feeling that democracy itself was at risk, immediately began making plans to gain the office that he felt had been stolen.

The race of 1828 was tough and very personal, with supporters attacking Jackson’s wife as well as his temperament. Jackson defeated Adams, but his wife died before he took office.

Adams did not stay for Jackson’s inauguration, which was the tradition.

During a particularly brutal debate in 1992, President George Bush was caught glancing at his watch, giving people the impression that he felt the debate was beneath him. He would lose a second term in a three way race against Bill Clinton and Ross Perot.

The documentary revealed that Nixon was a bit of a klutz, often banging his knee against open car doors. In fact, he injured his knee so badly that he was hospitalized with an infection for weeks during the campaign. The evening of the first televised debate, Nixon banged his knee again and he was in pain during the debate.

There were many allegations of voter fraud in Illinois on election day with one commentator in the documentary stating that the dead of Chicago turned out in big numbers for Kennedy, giving him the win.

Some theorize that the dirty tricks of the Kennedy campaign left a lasting impression on Nixon, planting the seeds for Watergate.

The series helped me put this year’s race in perspective. We have seen, and survived, worse elections.

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

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

Hefty issues await high court

BY MATT POMMER

The Wisconsin Supreme Court is certain to uphold the new rightto-work law passed last year by the Republican-dominated Legislature and signed by Gov. Scott Walker, also a Republican.

The law prohibits union-shop contracts under which employees must pay dues or “fair share” payments to the union Dane County Circuit Judge William Foust Capitol has agreed with a Newsletter union argument Matt Pommer that requiring services to be provided to those not making payments was an illegal ‘’taking.’’ He struck down the law.

Republicans were confident his decision would be overturned on appeal. It certainly would be if it were to get the whole way to the State Supreme Court.

Walker cheerfully calls it a “freedom to work” law that helps workers. In truth it is a law that weakens unions and provides a measure of “freedom” for employers.

The seven-member State Supreme Court has five conservatives. Business interests have contributed heavily toward their election.

Editorial writers correctly describe it as a “highly politicized” Supreme Court. It’s hard to imagine the conservative court striking down any significant legislation drafted by the Republican Legislature and Republican governor.

The right-to-work struggle has grabbed headlines as spring unfolded in Wisconsin.

But a much more important case for Wisconsin politics, and indeed the whole nation, is in federal court. At issue are the John Doe investigations into campaign ties between conservative donors and the governor.

The head of the Government Accountability Board has said that Walker was the primary target of the second John Doe probe.

The State Supreme Court ended the John Doe investigation saying the probe had been based on an invalid legal theory. It ruled without hearing oral arguments on the issues.

In that stunning decision, the state high court allowed unregulated coordination between private interest groups and candidates, citing the First Amendment.

Wisconsin law had long barred cooperation between candidates and private groups that pay for radio and television ads in the weeks and months leading up to election.

U.S. Judge Lynn Adelman, who

is presiding over the John Doe review, noted that the state high court decision was the first to hold the First Amendment protected coordination.

Adelman noted the state decision is much broader than the U.S. Supreme Court’s view of campaign activities and coordination.

“Is that a new federalist court we now have?” asked Adelman.

Among the issues at the federal court is what to do with the evidence collected in the second John Doe investigation. The state high court ordered that all evidence collected by Milwaukee District Attorney John Chisholm be turned over to it.

Lawyers for Chisholm said that evidence might be destroyed if turned over to the court.

There obviously are details like control of evidence to be handled.

But the overriding issue is whether the First Amendment effectively allows unregulated coordination between candidates and their backers.

In future years it could end up being an important First Amendment issue before the U.S. Supreme Court. This “Wisconsin Case” might be a vehicle to look at all of America’s campaign finance issues.

It could be more important than the right-to-work law.

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Amery and Clear Lake Municipal Court Amery Area Municipal Court April 13, 2016 City of Amery— 17 year old, Osceola, truancy, $92.50.

Samantha L. Blackwell, 23, Clear Lake, operating after suspension, $124.

John C. Christensen, 45, Amery, operate motor vehicle without insurance, $124.

Jeanie L. Frandsen, 23, Amery, operating while under influence (1st), $911.

Whitne E. Howard, 24, Amery, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.

17 year old, Amery, truancy – 2nd, $105.10.

Steven D. Lindstrom, 57, Amery, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Todd R. Riemenschneider, 47, Amery, fail to stop at stop sign, $98.80.

Shelby L. Stich, 21, Luck, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Autumn R. Stuntz, 28, Hayward, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.

17 year old, Amery, possession of controlled substance by juvenile, $376.

Jacob C. Thompson, 18, Amery, operate without valid license, $124; vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Amee C. Valentine, 39, Amery, operating while revoked (forfeiture), $124.

Village of Clear Lake Victor A. Anderson, 40, Osceola, fail to stop at stop sign, $98.80.

Jaqueline N. Brown, 25, Cumberland, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Carl E. Christensen, 63, Hayward, exceeding speed zones (1115 mph), $98.80.

Suzanne I. Correll, 46, Lake

Nebagamon, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.

Caitlyn N. Dusek, 18, Clear Lake, fail to stop at stop sign, $98.80.

Kenneth J. Garrison, 70, Cumberland, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Shannon M. Gindt, 42, Birchwood, exceeding speed zones (1115 mph), $98.

Joel R. Graff, 52, Iron River, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Todd F. Jasperson, 27, Star Prairie, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Lori A. Johnson, 56, Wabasha, MN, non-registration of auto, $98.80; exceeding speed zones (1115 mph), $98.80.

Douglas M. Julik, 60, Taylors Falls, MN, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Chaney T. Knops, 44, Clear Lake, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Jay L. Larson, 40, Baldwin, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

James A. Leiferman, 56, Janesville, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Michael F. Lund, 50, Clear Lake, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Casey L. Mcrae, 20, Ashland, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Brooke E. Mooney, 27, St. Paul, MN, operate motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10; exceeding speed zones (20-24 mph), $149.20; operate without valid license, $124.

Michelle L. Oconnor, 29, Somerset, operate motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10; exceeding speed zones (20-24 mph), $149.20.

Laura M. Ramlow, 38, Baldwin, exceeding speed zones (11-15

mph), $98.80.

Jeremy P. Robertson, 37, Clear Lake, exceeding speed zones (1115 mph), $98.80.

Chad G. Schultsz, 37, Cumberland, exceeding speed zones (2024 mph), $149.20.

Darlene S. Squires, 64, Lake Nebagamon, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Kevin P. Stifter, 41, Washburn, passing in no-passing zone, $136.60.

Steven L. Stockland, 40, Amery, fail to stop at stop sign, $86.20.

Lacy J. Vreeland, 32, Stillwater, MN, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Christopher R. Weiss, 43, Clear Lake, criminal damage to property, $794.26.

Matthew T. Wurtzler, 33, Boyceville, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Pleas of Not Guilty were entered by the following people: AMERY CITATIONS: Dawn Bembenek, speeding Tiffany Saari, inattentive driving CLEAR LAKE CITATIONS: Dawn Bembenek, fail to stop at stop sign Edward Koehler, speeding

JUVENILES: 15 year old, Amery, truancy – 2nd, $124.

13 year old, Amery, truancy, $92.50.

16 year old, Amery, possession of controlled substance by juvenile, $376; possess, manufacture, deliver drug paraphernelia, $100; purchase or possession of tobacco products, $25.

Rice Lake man arrested with stolen checks

Rice Lake man arrested with stolen checks A morning nap in a parking lot led authorities to more than an ex h au s t e d driver at the Turtle Lake HolColman iday on April 15.

According to police reports, police responded to

the gas station about man passed out in his vehicle at 8:53 a.m. They were able to wake 21-year-old Ethan S. Colman of Rice Lake by banging on his window.

When Colman opened the door a heavy odor of marijuana followed.

Colman readily admitted to having recently smoked marijuana, which led police to search his vehicle.

Officers found a grinder with a green leafy sub-

stance as well as a digital scale, but also found a blank check in Colman’s wallet, which, after some quick investigation was found to be stolen. A further search of the vehicle found an entire book of the stolen checks.

Colman was arrested for possession of stolen property and transported to the Polk County Jail.

About the crime stories The crime stories on this page are based on the Probable Cause reports from different law enforcement agencies, a report stating the “Probable Cause” that the arresting officer had at the time of arrest. The District Attorney uses the Probable Cause Report as a basis (but not exclusively) to complete the Criminal Complaint, which is the official charging document.

Official charges may differ from the charge(s) listed on the probable cause report.

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

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Reports in Support of Probable Cause Polk County Sheriff’s Department Monday, April 18, 2016 Marlaina J. Tibbetts, 29, Milltown was arrested on April 11 for Warrant.

Tony L. Avery, 25, Centuria was arrested on April 11 for Failure to appear.

Samantha L. Blackwell, 23, Amery was arrested on April 13 for Probation warrant.

David A. Strenke, 27, Luck was arrested on April 14 for Warrant, failure to appear.

Darryl D. Sheldon Jr., 44, Frederic was arrested on April 14 for Probation Hold.

Keith T. Arnett, 21, Milltown was arrested on April 15 for Municipal Warrants.

Basil J. Raffa, 30, Frederic was arrested on April 15 for Probation Hold.

Daniel C. Medina, 55, Winter was arrested on April 16 for Probation Hold.

Theodore M. Draeger, 41, Centuria was arrested on April 17 for OWI 1st and PAC 1st.

Joshua T. Siwek, 26, Minneapolis, Minn. was arrested on April 18 for OWI 2nd.

Sarah R. Wilhelm, 24, St. Croix Falls was arrested on April 11 for Domestic Disorderly Conduct.

Nathan P. McKenzie, 29, Osceola was arrested on April 11 for Domestic Disorderly Conduct.

Harley D. Larson, 21, Menomonie was arrested on April 12 for Possession of Methamphatamine, Possession of Paraphernalia, and Dunn Co. Probation Hold.

Ethan S. Colman, 21, Rice Lake was arrested on April 15 for Possession of Stolen Property.

Jesse J. Morris, 30, Osceola was arrested on April 16 for Misdemeanor Bail Jumping.

Daniel C. Bush, 29, unknown was arrested on April 17 for Domestic Disorderly Conduct and Domestic Battery.

SMC employee arrested mid-shift At the business’s request, local authorities recently stepped up their presence at the Amery office of Scientific Molding Corporation (SMC).

The presence, which included routine walkthroughs, yielded significant results on the Larson evening of April 12.

According to police reports, during one such walk through, an officer came across 21-yearold Harley D. Larson who was smoking by the employee entrance. The officer casually asked Larson, “Why is it so dead tonight.” When Larson saw the officer, rather than respond he quickly put out his cigarette and moved into the building.

When the officer followed, Larson was evasive, walking through the kitchen area where he removed some items from

his coat before moving on to the break room.

When the officer, who recognized Larson from a separate incident, caught up with him, Larson stated that he simply hated talking to cops, and was on probation.

Larson voluntarily emptied his coat, including a scale, which he admitted was for weighing drugs.

Authorities also found a wallet with Larson’s ID and a glasses case stashed behind the microwave in the kitchen. The glasses didn’t contain glasses, but rather two glass pipes—both with residue that tested positive for methamphetamine.

Larson was arrested for possession of methamphetamine and paraphernalia, and well as a Dunn County probation hold.

He was transported to the Polk County Jail.

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Milltown fire claims life of elderly wheelchair-bound man Authorities responded to the scene of a fatal house fire in rural Milltown just shortly before 11:30 Friday morning.

According to a press released Friday afternoon, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call of a structure fire with occupants still inside in the 2200 block of 120th Street in Milltown Township.

Upon arriving, it was determined a passerby observed a female running towards her vehicle as she was traveling northbound on 120th St. The female, later identified as 37-year-old Jolene Brewster, had obvious burn injuries to her hands and indicated their house was on fire and that

there was still an elderly man, later identified as 66-year-old Theodore (Teddy) Hughes, who was wheelchair bound inside the residence. Upon their arrival, deputies attempted to gain entry to the residence, but the fire was too intense.

It was determined that there were three occupants in the residence at the time of the fire, and only two of those occupants were accounted for, that being Brewster, and Hughes’ 44-year-old son, Tracy Hughes. Brewster and the younger Hughes, who both also lived at the residence, were transported to the Amery Hospital for treatment of their burns.

The fire was extinguished

by Milltown and Luck Fire Departments. During a search of the residence, the remains of Theodore Hughes was found in the kitchen area.

The Wisconsin Department of Justice was contacted and the assistance of the State Fire Marshal was requested to aid in the investigation into the cause and origin of the fire. The Polk County Medical Examiner was also notified of the situation and was requested at the scene.

This fire remains under investigation by the Polk County Sheriff and Medical Examiners Offices along with the Wisconsin State fire Marshal’s Office.

ed to a cabin on the east shoreline of Upper Turtle Lake and located the boater who was identified as Jeremy Freund, age 33 from Illinois. The subject refused to cooperate, resisted arrest and during the struggle one of the Wardens deployed his Taser.

The suspect was seen by medical staff, released and transported to the Barron County Jail where he is awaiting formal charges.

Two DNR Wardens and two Bar-

Amery Police Log

04/08/2016 – 04/15/2016 04/09/16, 5:47AM, Police responded – County Mutual Aid to a traffic crash on Cty Rd A, west of Hwy 46.

04/09/16, 4:15PM, Police responded for a vehicle lockout.

04/09/16, 6:50PM, Police were stopped by a motorist who reported a hit and run to her vehicle 04/09/16, 9:15PM, Police were dispatched to a Domestic Disorderly.

04/09/16, 11:20PM, Police responded for a welfare check.

04/10/16, 4:13PM, Police responded to a disturbance call.

04/10/16, 8:30PM, Police took report of a child custody dispute.

04/10/16, 10:10PM, Police responded to call of gunshots heard in the city.

04/10/16, 1059PM, Police responded to a motorist assist.

04/10/16, 11:51PM, Police responded mutual aid to a rollover crash on Cty Rd C. 04/11/16, 10:05AM, Police re-

Four officers injured in Barron County struggle Four law-enforcement officers were injured following a struggle that occurred in Barron County over the weekend.

According to information released by the Barron County Sheriff’s Department, on Saturday, April 16 at 11:21 p.m.Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Wardens requested assistance from the Barron County Sheriff’s Department on Upper Turtle Lake with a possible intoxicated boater.

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ron County Sheriff’s Deputies sustained injuries during thisarrest and were seen at area hospitals and later released.

Charges on Jeremy Freund are resisting arrest, battery to law enforcement officers, disorderly conduct and several DNR Fish and Boating Regulations including boating while intoxicated.

Also assisting in this case was Turtle Lake Police, Turtle Lake 1st Responders and the Cumberland Ambulance.

sponded to a call suspicious activity call.

04/11/16, 1:03PM, Police took a call regarding a phone harassment complaint.

04/12/16, 8:45AM, Police took report of a phone scam.

04/12/16, 3:00PM, Police completed a paper service.

04/12/16, 8:03PM, Police took report of harassment complaint.

04/14/16, 7:40AM, Police took a theft report.

04/14/16, 8:20AM, Police responded for a vehicle lockout.

04/14/16, 5:52PM, Police responded to a verbal child custody dispute Arrests: 04/10/16, Andre Lyons, 36 of Amery, OWI 2nd Offense. Arrested and transported to Polk County Jail.

04/12/16, Harley Larson, 21 of Menomonie, Possession of Methamphetamine & Paraphernalia.

Arrested and transported to Polk County Jail.

Polk County Marriage Licenses April 19, 2016 Mary Jo L. Stabenow and Jeralyn M. Deloye were issued a marriage license on April 12, 2016.

Matthew L. Dear and Roxanne M. Richardson were issued a marriage license on April 12, 2016.

Dylan J. Peterson and Stephanie K. Baillargeon were issued a marriage license on April 11, 2016.

Poik County Circuit Court Polk County Circuit Court Appearance Date: April 5, 2016 Sussein S. Abdi, 54, Barron, pleaded not guilty to bicyclist speeding in 55 mph zone.

Kahlen James Albee, 18, Clayton, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Dylan R. Anderson, 21, Amery, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10; operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

John A. Annunziata, 50, Balsam Lake, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10; vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Cheryl M. Arne, 55, River Falls, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Wayne Kevin Bakke, 52, Centuria, fined $150.10 for speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph).

Sara Fatima Benbovia, 17, Osceol, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $250.90.

Douglas Allen Bengston Jr., 23, Milltown, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $250.90.

David Lee Benitez, 22, Waterloo, IA, display unauthorized vehicle registration plate, $238.30.

Barbra Jean Cole, 59, Osceola, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Dustin Daniel Dircks, 40, Lindstrom, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Awale Aden Duhul, 22, Barron, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $250.90.

Daniel Scott Eliason, 25, Luck, operating while suspended (3rd), $200.50.

Robert Raymond Fiebranz, 45, Oak Grove, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (110 mph), $175.30.

Jason W. Friel, 24, Frederic, driving too fast for conditions, $213.10.

Jesse A. Gjerdahl, 25, Luck, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10; operating while suspended, $200.50.

Brandon Walter Gutzmer, 25, Luck, fail to stop at stop sign, $175.30.

Dylan Scott Haines, 17, Centuria, fail to yield right of way from stop sign, $175.30.

Bryan Douglas Hansen, 49, Luck, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

Stephani Danalynn Henson, 28, Milltown, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Paul V. Hetts, 43, Balsam Lake, operate without valid license (1st), $200.50.

Travis W. Hoisington, 32, Osceola, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Kregg A. Hurt, 47, Grantsburg, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Dawn Marie Jacobsen, 42, Frederic, fail to yield while making left turn, $175.30.

James Scott Johnson, 33, St. Paul, MN, fail to yield right of way from stop sign, $175.30; operating while suspended (4th+), $200.50.

Gregory D. Johnson, 54, Black Canyon City, AZ, speeding in 55 mph zone

(25-29 mph), $250.90.

Joshua Nathan Jonet, 29, Amery, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30.

Madison Kieffer, 16, Osceola, speeding in 55 mph zone (25-29 mph), $250.90.

Michael L. Larson, 42, Hammond, failure to keep vehicle under control, $114.50.

Mitchell Alan Larson, 18, Baldwin, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Cody A. Lee, 21, Siren, pleaded not guilty to non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs.; and failure of operator to notify police of accident.

Brian Jerome Linnell, 19, River Falls, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30.

Kelly Ann McCloud, 54, Centuria, pleaded not guity to non-registration of other vehicle.

Travis Dw McCloud, 21, Centuria, pleased not guilty to failure of operator to notify plice of accident, and driving too fast for conditions.

Travis Jacob McGovern, 19, Stacy, MN, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50; operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50.

Betty J. Moen, 42, Cameron, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

Peter James Morrissette, 40, Balsam Lake, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Nicole A. Nelson, 30, Grantsburg, operating motor vehicle without proof of

insurance, $10.

Sally Ann Noel, 55, Stillwater, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Daniel Jeffrey Paul, 28, Cushing, speeding in 55 mph zone (16-19 mph), $200.50.

Candace R. Phillips, 22, Turtle Lake, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Douglas Aaron Sarchet, 22, Amery, operating while suspended, $200.50.

Mark Daniel Schrupp, 28, Cologne, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Jared Carl Shelby, 18, Star Prairie, operate large vehicle after revocation/ suspension of registration, $175.30; operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

Nicholas C. J. Stesniak, 19, Clayton, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Amber Dawn Strese, 37, Cushing, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Sarah J Sutherland, 36, Rib Lake, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Audrey Mae Twite, 69, Lindstrom, MN, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Cherylnn Ann Vogel, 68, Shoreview, MN, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

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100 Years Ago April 13, 1916

tion and the man said. “Two wild cats.” But, alas and alack, they turned out to be two alley cats.

On the question again, the man replied, “Two woodchucks”…and he did have these.

With an air of finality, Warden Gingles said, “I’m going to search your car” and he did but he didn’t produce any more animals.

But the bounty-seeker wasn’t done. He remarked, “You know, I should have had a couple of weasels in there but I don’t know what happened to them…I must have forgotten them in the car that I traded way last week!”

Terribly Burned Mrs. Marinus Knutson was terribly burned about the face and body Tuesday when gasoline (used by mistake to build a fire) exploded and set her clothes on fire.

Mrs. Knutson ran from the house but her husband, and a neighbor, Mrs. Matt Christianson, realizing her danger and having exceptional presence of mind, wrapped her in clothing and rugs, smothering the flames and in so doing without a doubt saved her life.

Medical attention was rushed to the victim and it is thought Mrs. Knutson will recover.

Mr. and Mrs. Knutson were married Saturday, April 8th.

April 20, 1916 Dies Following Burn Mrs. Marinus Knutson of this city, who was terribly burned by a gasoline explosion last week Tuesday, died as a result of the burns sustained, Monday evening.

The tragedy was an awful shock to the family and community and it is with sincere regret that we chronicle the untimely death of this estimable young woman.

Amanda Amundson was born on August 22, 1896, and was 19 years, seven months and 25 days of age at the time of her death. She was married to Marinus Knutson at Deronda on Saturday, April 8th, 1916, the accident that resulted in her death occurring but four days after her marriage and this in itself made it doubly sad and doubly hard for the family to bear.

New Clothing Firm A deal was consummated last week whereby A. R. Sjobeck and brother, purchased the stock and good will of the tailoring and gents furnishing business, formerly conducted

by O. Madson.

The new owners are experienced men and will without doubt make a success of the business. Mr. Madson has been employed to work for the new owners. We wish them success.

The new firm will put in a complete line of everything in the gents furnishing line from shoes to hats and will be in a position to dress the fastidious male from top to toe.

Name Clean-Up Day Mayor Kennedy has been approached relative to making a clean-up day and will without doubt designate some day the first of May. These clean-up days have proven very popular and the benefits derived have been wonderful in other cities.

Lets get together on this – businessmen, school children, churches and citizens in general, and spend at least a part of a day to make Amery the “spotless city.”

Amery Hospital and Clinic In 1937 Doctors K. K. Ford and Irl Waterman built a new clinic-hospital on Amery’s main street. The 11-bed hospital on the second floor included an operating room, delivery room, and nursery. The patient’s meals were prepared by Mrs. Helen Tobin, in her home across the street from the Amery Clinic. Mrs. Blanche Isaacson did the laundry in the basement, where x-ray services were also located.

85 Years Ago April 23, 1931 Charged With Selling Mortgaged Property Sheriff Olson went to Minneapolis Monday and returned that evening with Paul C. Amundson who is charged in a complaint sworn out by Mrs. Hilda K. Anderson of having sold her in 1929, eighty acres of land in the town of Apple Yesterday’s River without informing her News of three mortDiane Stangl gages, which were against the land. The mortgages were for $6,000, $4,100 and $1,200.

Mr. Amundson formerly president of the Farmers & Merchants State Bank at Amery, denies the charge of guilt and has secured Attorney W. T. Doar for his counsel. Judge Nelson fixed bail at $1,000, which was furnished.

Mr. Amundson is now employed by the Thorp Bros. Real Estate Company in Minneapolis.

75 Years Ago April 24, 1941 Workmen Begin On Danielson Repair Workmen last weekend began the task of repairing the entire Danielson Drug store block, which was destroyed by fire a short time ago.

The upstairs offices will be entirely done over, redecorated, and made attractive.

Work later will begin on remodeling of the entire Danielson Drug store, a job, which had been previously planned before the fire and smoke damage of a few weeks ago, and which will be done this spring when the weather warms up.

Redeemer Church Has New Bell The Redeemer English Lutheran church dedicated its new 1,000-pound bell in appropriate services at 10:45 a.m.

Sunday, with Rev. E. Schroeder

of Woodville as the principal speaker.

The senior and junior choirs of the church sang anthems.

Gilbert Luebka supervised the hanging of the big bell and to him went the honor of being the first to ring it.

70 Years Ago April 18, 1946 East Lincoln Farmer Killed in Hay Rack Accident Victor Poziombka, 45, East Lincoln farmer, died at the Amery Hospital about 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 16, from multiple fractures of the skull received when the load of hay upon which he and Mrs. Poziombka were riding tipped over.

The accident occurred about 11:30 a.m. just north of the East Lincoln School when they had turned the hayrack out onto the soft shoulder to make room for a car. The rack sank into the soft shoulder and tipped over, throwing Mr. and Mrs. Poziombka to the ground.

Mr. Poziombka. was believed to have struck his head on some 2x6s protruding from the edge of the rack. He regained consciousness for only a few minutes before death came.

Mrs. Poziombka suffered a fractured wrist.

Market Here For Frogs May 1st will find a new market in Amery. None other than a market for the sole purpose of buying live frogs.

This new enterprise will be operated by Harold Grewe, recently returned war veteran of the Burma theater.

Nordlunds Badly Injured When Team Runs Away Mr. and Mrs. A. Nordlund had a disastrous runaway last Thursday evening when enroute to their home north of this city from their farm near Deronda.

The team they were driving became frightened and became unmanageable on the road between the lakes and came into town at top speed.

They ran between the Smiley

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residence and tire shop where the wagon was wrecked and the occupants thrown out. Mr. Nordlund was seriously bruised and Mrs. Nordlund is in a very serious condition.

To Enlarge Church The Ebenezer Lutheran church in Amery has decided to enlarge its church and build a basement to be used for a dining hall. Nearly $1,200 is already subscribed for the purpose.

C. W. Stenberg, Alfred Vadman and John Burman are appointed to serve as a building committee. The work will be started the first week of May.

60 Years Ago April 19, 1956 What! No Kitchen Sink?

If Warden Earl Gingles, goes around incoherent and muttering to himself these days, he may have just cause.

It all began when a 73-yearold resident of Balsam Lake stopped by his Luck home the other day and remarked, “I want to claim some bounties.”

Asking him about what he had for bounty, the man replied, “Three possums.” This really made Warden Gingles’ ears perk up for very few possums are to be found in this area.

“Well, bring them out,” he ordered the man. Sure enough, he had three animals but they turned out to be three raccoons, only two of them were skinned.

They were trapped a year ago in May. “What else have you got,” asked Warden Gingles. The man replied, “I’ve got a bunch of squirrels.”…which he did – 11 grey and two red, all shot on his own land.

“What else have you got?” the question and reply, “an eagle.”

But this turned out to be a redtailed hawk.

Again came the question and the reply this time was, “A lynx.” It actually was a red fox wrapped up in a blanket. This was caught two weeks ago and too old for bounty.

Again came the usual ques-

Violator Slugs Ward Conservation Warden Bob Ward of Amery is nursing a tender scalp, chest and other bruises inflicted when he arrested a man at Lake Wapogasset Park early last Thursday morning.

It all began when he, accompanied by Ed Sealander, warden from Winter, stopped to investigate the Park about 2:00 a.m. In the process they observed three young men using spring gaffs and spears to fill gunny sacks with walleyes.

Waiting for the precise moment when they could dispose of the evidence in the swift current, the wardens surprised the trio as they paused to rest on dry land. The trio lit out for parts unknown.

Warden Ward grabbed one of the men who immediately slugged him over the head with a five-cell flashlight. Undaunted, Ward pinned the culprit and arrested him. Upon searching him, he found a .22 Ruger revolver stuck in his belt.

The other two fishermen ran out of sight before they could be apprehended.

Arraigned Tuesday morning, Frank Hickman, 20, St. Paul, pleaded not guilty on all counts.

He was charged with possession of walleyes out of season, possession of a gun and resisting arrest. Bail was placed at $600.

40 Years Ago April 22, 1976 Clear Lake Praises “Watch” Village President Clarence Sandberg has found the neighborhood watch detail effective in preventing crime in Clear Lake and surrounding area.

At a meeting this week with the group, he said that no breakins have been reported in the last five months and pointed out that the list of volunteers had grown from the original 36 to 60. Only four or five have dropped out.

President Sandberg also expressed his appreciation and gave special recognition to Ted Koerner, local restaurant owner, for providing free breakfasts to volunteers after their night watch.

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Amery High School 2016 Prom Court Amery Hgh School Prom will take place this Saturday, April 23. Back row are juniors (left to right) Seth Amundson, Sam Black, Sabin Coy, Cole Jakupciak, and Carl Oman. Front row are juniors (left to right) Brittany Anderson, Coco Chick, Kate Forrest, April Lindberg, and Dani Meyer. Grand march and coronation will be held at 5 p.m. at the High School. They will be bussed to the enchanted barn in Hillsdale for the dinner and dance.

Anderson and Moskal named Claytonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2016 Valedictorian and Salutatorian Jake Anderson, son of Chris & Stacey Schradle and Terrance Anderson & Sheri Swonger, has been named Valedictorian of the Clayton High School Class of 2016. Jake has participated in

Jake Anderson

every aspect of the instrumental music program. Through his high level of musicianship he has been selected as a member of the Lakeland Conference Honors Band for four years, the UWLa Crosse Honors Band once and was also a member of the 2015 Badger Boys State Band. He has participated in the WSMA District Solo Ensemble Festival for six years and has advanced to the State Solo Ensemble Festival three times. He is a phenomenal musician

who has earned three music letters at the Clayton School District, an accomplishment only he has achieved.

His leadership skills and determination for success are not only found in the band room. Throughout high school, Jake has participated in football and track. During his high school career, he has appeared in the division seven playoffs three times for football and was an alternate for the state 4x200 relay. Jake also holds the school record for the 300-meter hurdles, 55-meter hurdles, and the 4x400 meter relay.

Jake was named All-Conference Lineman and outside linebacker for football and got Academic All-State. Jake has been an active member in Student Council, Class Office, National Junior Honor Society and National Honor Society. He has been elected as a class officer for three years and a National Honor Society officer twice. Jake has also served the Clayton School District and the community by being a Kinship mentor, an after school care volunteer, a math tutor, and a volunteer at church.

Outside of school Jake works part time at Lake Country Pizza. Jake enjoys time with friends and family, being active, hunting, fishing, video games, listening to music and reading.

After graduation, Jake is attending UW-Stout in Menomonie, WI as an honor student to major in game design with a minor in music theory and to possibly play in the pep band.

Tiffany Moskal, daughter of Angie Moskal and the late Craig Moskal, has

been named the Salutatorian of the Clayton High School Class of 2016. Tiffany has been involved in many athletics and extracurricular activities throughout high school.

Tiffany has been actively involved in athletics by participating in volleyball, track & field, and cheerleading for football and wrestling. She was an alternate for the 800-meter sectional qualifying relay team her sophomore year and was also a captain for wrestling cheerleading her sophomore and junior year.

Tiffany has also participated in many extracurriculars during her high school career and has qualified for state seven times through these activities. Tiffany has participated in Kinship mentoring, tutoring, yearbook, student government, student council, art team, forensics, National Honor Society, FFA, and FCCLA. Tiffany qualified for state in art team her freshman year, as well as her junior year, and received a silver medal at state. She also qualified for state Career Development Events for FFA her junior year as well as forensics and received a silver medal at state. In addition, Tiffany also qualified for state STAR Events in FCCLA her sophomore, junior, and senior year, and received a silver medal at state.

Tiffany has also served as an officer for several extracurricular activities including president of the FFA, president and secretary of FCCLA, and vice president and historian of the National Honor Society. Tiffany has also

been a student council representative and class officer all four years of high school serving as vice president, secretary, and treasurer.

Outside of school, Tiffany is actively

Tiffany Moskal

involved with her church and also participates in the American Cancer Society Run/Walk. Tiffany loves to spend time outdoors with her cattle as well as hunting, fishing and snowmobiling.

She also enjoys spending time up at the cabin with her family and friends.

After graduating, Tiffany plans to attend the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse to major in biology.

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Accident victim faces child-sexual-assault charges

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Just a week after he was flown to Regions Hospital in St. Paul for a serious auto accident near County Road C and Marina Drive west of Amery, 46-year-old Sean Repka of Amery walked into court to answer charges of felony bail jumping, and repeated sexual assault of a child. Physically, Repka appeared uninjured during the Monday, April 18 appearance.

The charges stem from incidents that allegedly occurred over the course of several months in the spring of 2015, when Repka is accused of repeatedly touching a developmentally compromised 13-year-old girl on the outside of her clothing.

According to the criminal complaint, Repka, who was an acquaintance of the family, would

routinely visit the girl’s residence, and on at least one occasion, also asked the victim to fondle him.

Many of the alleged incidents are said to have occurred in the backyard of the family’s residence.

Repka made an initial appearance on charges of repeated sexual assault of a child in October, and was released on a $25,000 signature bond at that time.

Since then, Repka is alleged to have violated the conditions of that bond, for which a complaint and charges were fi led March 15. Subsequently, Repka’s April 18 appearance became not only a status conference on the original charges, but an initial appearance on the secondary charges of bail jumping.

During the April 18 proceedings, Judge Anderson mulled over the confusion of Repka listing two separate addresses, then set-

tled on a $10,000 signature bond for the additional bail jumping charges. Meanwhile, to address the sexual assault, Repka’s attorney has requested a jury trial. A pre-trial conference on the matter is scheduled for May 11.

Repka has yet to be taken into custody on the matter.

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(Right) Sean Repeka, 46, Amery was the last remaining defendant after dozens had emptied out fo the courtroom Monday afternoon. Repka sat by himself while his attorney, Nick Davis, joined the proceedings via telephone.

Court sends part of Wisconsin voter ID case back to judge MADISON, Wis. (AP) —A judge must consider whether Wisconsin’s voter photo identification law applies to people who face daunting obstacles in obtaining identification, a three-judge federal appellate panel ruled Tuesday.

The American Civil Liberties Union and the National Law Center for Homelessness and Poverty fi led a federal lawsuit in 2011 challenging the law.

U.S. District Judge Lynn Adelman struck the law down in April 2014, saying it unfairly burdens poor and minority voters who may lack such identification.

But a three-judge panel from the 7th Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals ultimately reversed him and upheld the law that October, ruling Wisconsin’s law is

substantially similar to one in Indiana that the U.S. Supreme Court declared constitutional. The law was in effect for last week’s presidential primary.

The ACLU and the national homeless center have continued to argue, however, that voters who face stiff hurdles in getting a photo ID should be allowed to vote by affidavit. They say those voters include people who can’t obtain IDs because of name mismatches or other errors in birth certificates or other necessary documents; those who need a credential from another agency such as the Social Security Administration that they can’t get without a state photo ID; or those who need a document that no longer exists.

Judges Michael Kanne, Frank East-

erbrook and Diane Sykes wrote Tuesday that Adelman must consider those arguments and sent the case back to him.

The panel noted that Indiana’s law allows people who can’t obtain a photo ID for financial or religious reasons to fi le an affidavit to that effect and have their vote provisionally counted.

Wisconsin’s law allows voters who lack IDs to vote provisionally as well, but they must produce an ID for election officials by the end of the week. ``Indeed, one may understand plaintiffs as seeking for Wisconsin the sort of safety net that Indiana has had from the outset,’’ the appellate judges wrote Tuesday.

The ruling didn’t disturb the voter

Chronic wasting disease spreading among Wisconsin deer MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Chronic wasting disease is spreading among Wisconsin’s deer, according to the state Department of Natural Resources.

More than 9 percent of white-tailed deer that were tested last year had the disease, compared with about 6 percent the previous year.

Of the 3,133 deer that were tested last year, 295 tested positive for chronic wasting disease.

The 2015 prevalence rate was the highest ever in Wisconsin, which first detected the disease in deer in 2002.

More than half of the state’s 72 counties now have infected deer.

Democratic state Reps.

Chris Danou, of Trempealeau, and Nick Milroy, of South Range, have called on Gov. Scott Walker to work with the DNR on new plans

to stop the disease from spreading, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reported. ``While we appreciate efforts currently being taken by your administration, without a real acknowledgment of the concerning increase in CWD (chronic wasting disease) that has been revealed over the last eight years, we fear that the scope of this issue will continue to worsen, reaching every corner of the state,’’ the lawmakers wrote in a letter to Walker.

Currently, the DNR does sporadic, voluntary testing. The agency’s approach is much more passive than those being used in some neighboring states.

In Illinois, officials have taken aggressive measures against chronic wasting disease, including sharpshooting to reduce densi-

ties in areas where deer are known to have the disease.

Eradicating chronic wasting disease in Wisconsin is no longer possible, according to wildlife officials.

But Danou and Milroy said it’s important to address ``this issue in a swift and responsible manner’’ because chronic wasting disease threatens ``an important part of Wisconsin’s identity and culture.’’ ``The vitality of our deer herd and the enjoyment sportsmen take from harvesting healthy deer every fall is at stake,’’ they wrote in the letter.

Walker’s press secretary, Laurel Patrick, said the administration received the letter Tuesday and is reviewing it to determine the next steps.

ID law as a whole; it remains in full effect. But ACLU Voting Rights Project attorney Sean Young said the group was thrilled with the ruling. ``Today the appeals court ruled that courthouse doors cannot be shut to those who are most impacted by the voter ID law,’’ Young said.

The state Justice Department is defending the law. Agency spokesman Johnny Koremenos said in an email to The Associated Press that the panel ordered Adelman to consider only a narrow issue in the case and agency attorneys were confident they would prevail.

School officials urge parents to halt free ‘Jesus lunches’ MIDDLETON, Wis. (AP)— School administrators are asking parents to stop hosting free lunches accompanied by discussions about Christianity outside a high school in Middleton, citing legal concerns.

A handful of parents have been organizing the noontime meetings, which students call ``Jesus Lunches,’’ outside Middleton High since 2014. As the meetings grew, organizers moved them to Fireman’s Park across from the school.

Superintendent Donald Johnson and Principal Stephen Plank emailed the parents this week asking them to end the lunches.

They say the district leases the park during school hours, so its rules apply. That includes rules about food safety and food preparation, food allergy procedures and visitor policies. ``We believe that religious or political events do not have a place in our school or on our campus, except when sponsored

by a student group in accordance with our rules, which require prior approval,’’ the email said. ``In addition, many students have conveyed to us their concern about a group offering free food to incentivize participation in a religious event on campus.’’

A statement from organizers provided by parent Beth Williams said the group is legally allowed to gather at the public park, which is accessible to everyone for the purposes of assembly and free speech, the State Journal reported. ``Fireman’s Park, a public park owned by the city of Middleton, remains accessible to everyone in the public for the purposes of assembly and free speech,’’ the statement said. ``By law, the lease agreement between the city and the school district of Middleton does not privatize the park.’’

The school officials’ email to parents said organizers have threatened legal action against the school district.

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

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

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

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

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

BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery Matt Saarem, pastor Wednesday, April 20: 9 a.m. Bible Study; 6:30 p.m. Confirmation class.

Saturday, April 23: 10:30 a.m. Ladies Spring Salad Luncheon.

Sunday, April 24: 8:30 a.m Sunday Youth Sessions; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time; 10:15 a.m. Holy Worship; 11:30 a.m.

Youth Education Committee.

Tuesday, April 26: 8:30 a.m. Quilting at Elim; 9 a.m. Pack backpacks.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

DERONDA LUTHERAN, 1239 65th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, April 20: 5 p.m. FUEL at First Lutheran; 6 p.m.

JAM at Deronda.

Thursday, April 21: 9 a.m. Quilting; 2:30 p.m. Deronda WELCA serving coffee at Willow Ridge.

Sunday, April 24: 8 a.m. Worship.

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 20: 6 p.m. FUEL at First Lutheran.

Sunday, April 24: 9:30 a.m. GIFT; 10:30 a.m. Worship.

Tuesday, April 26: 6:30 p.m. Book Discussion Phase II. EAST LINCOLN ALLIANCE, 735 70th Ave., Amery 715-268-2350 www.eastlincolnalliance.com Eric Danielson and Randy Schussman, pastors Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Prayer Meeting; 9:15 a.m. Sunday school and Adult Bible Studies; 10:30 a.m. Worship service.

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

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

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

Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bible Study.

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

Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays.

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

Wednesday evening Confirmation classes.

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

Wednesday: 6 p.m. Church School.

Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 p.m.

Mission Quilting Tuesdays 9 a.m.

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

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

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

FIRST LUTHERAN, 240 Elm St., Amery Tim Bjorge, pastor Wednesday, April 20: 6-8 p.m. FUEL at FLC; 7 p.m. Refurb Task Force; 7 p.m. Hi League Thursday, April 21: 8 a.m. Bible Study at Ida Mae’s; 8:15 a.m. Ministerium; 8:30 a.m. Quilters; 9:30 a.m. Ruth Circle, Gretchen Johnson hostess; 7 p.m. Al Anon.

Sunday, April 24: 9 a.m. Worship; 10:15 a.m. Sunday school, Choir; 6-8 p.m. Hi League Dinner & Devo.

Tuesday, April 26: 6:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study; 1:30 pm. Handbells.

FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Wednesday, April 20: 6:15 p.m. 7th and 8th grade Confirmation; 7:30 p.m. 9th Grade Confirmation.

Thursday, April 21: 1 p.m. Women of the Word meeting.

Sunday, April 24: 8:30 am. Contemporary worship; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship; 9:40 a.m. Sunday school; 10 a.m. Traditional worship; 11 a.m. Fellowship.

Tuesday, April 26: 9 a.m. Quilting; 1 p.m. Prayer Shawl mtg.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN, 1272 44th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, April 20: 5 p.m. FUEL at First Lutheran; 6 p.m.

JAM at Deronda.

Thursday, April 21: 9 a.m. Women’s Bible Study.

Sunday, April 24: 9:30 a.m. Worship.

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.

he sixth chapter of Ephesians advises us to be strong in the Lord, and to protect ourselves from the evils of this world by putting on God’s armor. And while there is both natural and moral evil in this world, natural evil being such things as famine, natural disasters and illness, this armor is intended more as a protection against moral evil, the kind of evil carried out by human beings of their own volition. We don’t have to look far to see human beings taking advantage of their fellow human beings, kidnapping, enslaving and even killing them. The worst of these actions are the ones done in the name of God. When you see someone killing innocent men, women and even children in the name of God, you can be sure that you are in the presence of God’s enemies. Notice how Paul’s description of the armor serves also as a criterion of what is good. “Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.

Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.”—Ephesians 6:14-17 NIV – Christopher Simon

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

Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 p.m.

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

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

Tuesday: 6:30 p.m. Prayer.

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

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

Wednesday Night Prayer.

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

OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN, 217 Deronda St., Amery Keith Ruehlow, pastor Wednesday, April 20: 8:45 a.m. Bible Study; 12 p.m. Men’s Table Talk; 5 p.m. Confirmation Cafe; 5:30 pm. Confirmation classes; 6:15 p.m. Evening Prayer Group; 6:30 p.m. FUEL at First Lutheran; 7 p.m. Sr. Choir.

Thursday, April 21: 8 a.m. Life Line Screening; 8:15 a.m.

Tops’ Club; 8:15 a.m. Amery Ministerium at Congregational; 8:30 a.m. Bible Study.

Friday, April 22: 3:30 p.m. Holy Bash.

Sunday, April 24: 9 am. Contemporary worship service with Holy Communion; 10:15 a.m Sunday school; 10:30 a.m.

Spring Book Study; 6 p.m. Financial Peace University.

Monday, April 25: 12-6 p.m. Red Cross Blood Drive.

Tuesday, April 26: 12-6 p.m. Red Cross Blood Drive.

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

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

Women’s Bible Studies.

REDEEMER LUTHERAN, 600 S. Keller Ave., Amery Tom Hahn, pastor Wednesday, April 20: 5:30 p.m. Confirmation; 7:15 p.m.

Choir practice.

Sunday, April 24: 9:30 a.m. Worship and Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. Voter’s Meeting; Rummage Sale Set-up, Potluck/ Chicken furnished.

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

Tuesday, April 26: 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; 10:30 a.m. Sunday school for all ages; 6:30 p.m. Jr. and Sr. High Youth Group (Sept.-May).

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

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

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

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

Mass: 8 a.m. Thursday.

Mass: 8:30 a.m. Sunday.

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

Sunday 10:30 a.m. Mass.

Monday 9 a.m. Communion Service.

Tuesday 9 a.m. Communion Service.

Wednesday: 9 a.m. Mass.

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

Friday: 9 a.m. Communion Service.

Bible Study Schedule: Tuesday, April 26, Bible Study after 9 a.m. Communion Service.

Special events: Wednesday, April 20, Stump the Chump after 9 am. Mass; Tuesday, April 26, Bible Study after 9 a.m.

Communion Service.

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor Wednesday, April 20: 7 p.m. Voter’s meeting.

Thursday, April 21: 7 p.m. Bible Study.

Saturday, April 23: 8 a.m. LWML Spring Rally registration at St. John’s.

Sunday, April 24: 8 a.m. Worship; 9 am. Coffee Fellowship.

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor Saturday, April 23: 8 a.m. LWML Spring Rally registration at St. John’s.

Sunday, April 24: 8:45 a.m. Sunday school; 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Worship.

Monday, April 25: Pastor visiting shut-ins.

Tuesday, April 26: 7 p.m. Bible Study.

Wisconsin health officials waited to announce outbreak MADISON, Wis. (AP)—Records show Wisconsin health officials waited several months to announce an outbreak of a rare bloodstream infection to the public, WBAY-TV reported.

Using records obtained under an open records request, WBAY reported Friday that the Wisconsin Department of Health Services began investigating the outbreak of the bacteria known as Elizabethkingia in December and told hospitals and labs to be on the lookout for the infection in January, but waited to announce it to the public in March.

Eighteen deaths have been linked to Elizabethkingia in Wisconsin, and 59 cases have been confirmed in the state in the largest outbreak in the U.S. The state health department says it has not been determined if those deaths were caused by the infection or other serious pre-existing health problems.

Gov. Scott Walker said Friday that when the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and state health officials could not find the source of the outbreak on their own, they went to the public.

``They'd been working with individuals—patients and their families, and obviously with health care providers_ so those individuals were aware of it.

But when it was clear that CDC raised their concerns, then that's when they wanted it to be out to the public,'' Walker said.

In a statement, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services said it reacted quickly to the initial reports of a potential outbreak and launched an investigation to determine the cause, but wanted to avoid alarming the public.

The source of the outbreak remains unknown, but the department says there is no indication it was spread by a health care facility. Most of the infected patients are over 65 years old, and all have a history of at least one underlying serious illness. Symptoms include chills, shortness of breath and fever. The outbreak has primarily hit southern and southeastern Wisconsin.

Walker has announced the creation of nine new positions at the state Department of Health Services to combat the infection.

Walker signs rural teacher loan bill in Rice Lake MADISON, Wis. (AP)— Gov. Scott Walker has signed a bill that gives rural teachers a break on their student loans.

The measure forgives 25 percent of state Higher Education Board loans annually as long as the teacher doesn't work in an urban area. The governor signed the bill Thursday at the Rice Lake Area School District.

Walker also signed a bill earlier Thursday authorizing the state to sell land to the city of Appleton for a Fox River visitor center. The Fox River Navigational System Authority will then lease the land from the city and build a visitor's center on it.

The governor signed the bill at a lock and dam in downtown Appleton.

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 20: 9 a.m Quilting; 5 p.m. FUEL at First Lutheran; 6 p.m. JAM at Deronda.

Sunday, April 24: 11 a.m. Worship.

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 20: 5:30 p.m. Fellowship Supper; 5:30 p.m. Confirmation Pictures; 5:50 p.m. Youth Worship Team Practice; 6:15 p.m. Kids/Youth/Adult Small Group “Do You Believe?”

Friday, April 21: Noon Gold & Silver at Moe Lutheran Church.

Sunday, April 24: 8:30 a.m. Mighty OAKS/Confirmation/ Youth; 8:45 a.m. Adult Class; 9:30 a.m. Youth Worship Team practice; 10 a.m. Worship service.

Tuesday, April 26: 8 a.m. Sweet Hour of Prayer.

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

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

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

WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, ELCA, 447 180th St., Osceola, Rexford D. Brandt, pastor Wednesday, April 20: 9 a.m. Quilters, Men’s Work Group; 6 p.m. Confirmation meal; 7-8 p.m. 2nd Year Confirmation class only, 7 p.m. High School Youth.

Sunday, April 24: 8 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion; 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship; 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m.

Confirmation - Worship with Holy Communion.

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

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

Wednesday: 7 p.m. Adult Bible Study.

DEATH NOTICE Margaret “Peggy” Siggens, 91, Somerset, formerly of Amery and New Richmond, died Friday, April 15, at her son’s home in Somerset.

Memorial services will be at 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 23, from United Methodist Church, New Richmond, with visitation the hour prior to services.

For further information and to sign online guest book please visit www.williamsonwhite.com.

Arrangements are being made with the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Amery.

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OBITUARIES

Clifford A. Swager Jr.

Margaret (Peggy) Siggens

Clifford Allen Swager, Jr. was born on July 2, 1950 in Amery, WI to Clifford Swager Sr. and Betty (Knutson) Swager. Clifford passed away on April 9, 2016, at his home in Joel, WI surrounded by family and loved ones after battling Pulmonary Fibrosis and Emphysema for several years.

Clifford was the second born son of Clifford Sr. and Betty. Clifford was baptized and then confirmed in May 1965 at Balsam Ev. Lutheran Church. He excelled in gymnastics in High School and was offered a scholarship, but hurt his arm and wasn’t able to continue. He graduated from Unity High School in 1968.

On July 26, 1969, Clifford married Barbara Ellingsworth. To this union, four children were born; Karrie, Denyelle, Clifford III and Cody.

Clifford worked at many jobs throughout his life. He owned a construction company, worked at F & A Dairy, Amery Auto Salvage and Anderson Windows to name a few. He retired from Anderson Windows and kept busy until Barbara retired. They purchased a home in Wittmann, Arizona and were snow birds until Clifford became ill.

Clifford was a busy body and was always thinking of new ideas. He enjoyed building and remodeling houses, creating wooden crafts, camping, hunting and fishing. He liked to cook and spend time with friends and family. He was the “Chili Champion” at a contest held in the community that they lived in in Arizona and his “pickles”, “seafood salad” or “fluffy fruit” were often requested at functions.

Clifford was preceded in death by his Son Cody, Brother Gene, Grandson Draven Hillebrandt, Niece Heather Vance, his Grandparents, Father-In-Law, Mother-In-Law and many other relatives.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara Swager; Son Clifford (Faith) Swager III, Daughters Karrie (Paul) Hillebrandt & Denyelle Denver (Jeff Rundquist); Grandchildren Shanea Wichelman, Shanell & Tristan Denver, Devin Swager, Brodie Hillebrandt & Wyatt Swager; Great Granddaughter Evelyn Mante, Father Clifford Swager Sr.; Sisters Vicky (Ron) Dorner & Diane (Chuck) Ebert; Sister-In-Laws Carolyn Whitehead, Gail Vance (Todd Slattengren), Tracy (Jim) Vance; Brother-In-Law Gary (Cheryl) Ellingsworth, and many other loving relatives and friends, as well as his beloved pug Petie.

A memorial service will be held at Little Falls Lutheran Church in Amery, WI at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 14, 2016. There will be a visitation 1 hour prior to services at the church. Honorary Pallbearers: Dave Thomas, Tony Klegin, Matt Vance and Stacy Morgenstern. Williamson-White Funeral Home in Amery, WI assisted the family with arrangements. To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute please visit www.williamsonwhite.com.

Margaret (Peggy) Hancock Siggens, age 91, formerly of Amery and New Richmond, died peacefully April 15, 2016, surrounded by family at the home of John and Denise Siggens in Somerset, Wisconsin.

Peggy was born on November 11, 1924 to Jeanne Latimer and Edward James Hancock, of Eau Claire, Wisconsin. She is pre deceased by her parents, and three older brothers, Ben, James, John Hancock, a Grandson Jonathan Brown and her High School sweetheart and husband of 70-years, Raymond C. Siggens, Surviving family members include her children, Susan (Mike Riley), Sally, John (Denise) and Jeanne. 10-Grandchildren: Megan, Tim (Kira), Patrick (Diana) Desiree (Todd) Ian, Vala, Alicia (Nick), Anna, John Allan, Jimmy and 6- Great grandchildren, Lance, Jake, Marley, Piper, Amara, and Michael.

Peggy attended U of Wisconsin Teachers College in Eau Claire, graduating with a degree in Elementary Education. While raising 4-children and artfully

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keeping house, Peggy taught K through 3rd grade for over 17-years in New Richmond and San Jose, CA, led the children’s choir of the Chippewa Falls Methodist Church, was a soloist and pianist. She loved opera, Big Band Swing music, Classic Jazz, and Gospel. She was a musician at heart, teaching her children 4-part harmony and singing duets with her loving husband Ray. She was a member of P.E.O. A Philanthropic Educational Organization for Women the last 50 years. She loved the natural world, bird watching, gardening, cooking, swimming, and waterskiing approaching everything with her special brand of humor even when nearing death.

She was known to be a Scrabble Champion, lover of words, children’s books and a big fan of Theodor Seuss Geisel.

A memorial service will be held at 3:00p.m. on Saturday, April 23, 2016 at the United Methodist Church of New Richmond, Wisconsin, Rev. Cathy Hamblin officiating. There will be a visitation 1 hour prior to services at the church on Saturday from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Memorials are preferred in lieu of flowers.

To sign an online guestbook and view a video tribute please visit www.williamsonwhite.com Arrangements were made with the WilliamsonWhite Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Amery, Wisconsin.

William “Bill” T. Justice Jr.

Cheryl R. Logan

William “Bill” Theadore Justice Jr, age 58 of Amery, Wisconsin passed away on Wednesday, April 13, 2016 at his home.

Bill was born on October 26, 1957 to William Sr and Donna Justice (James) in Portsmouth, Ohio. Bill was a truck driver for many years. In his free time he loved to spend time outdoors. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and boating.

Bill is survived by his father, William Justice Sr, 2 sons, Robert (Brenna) Justice and William Justice III; 2 daughters, Tracy Justice and Vanessa Bone; 2 grandchildren, Kaleb and Zander Justice; 3 brothers, Howard (Sue) Justice and their children Olivia & Dakota Justice, Paul (Rachel) Justice and their children, Hannah and Timothy Justice and Mark (Vanessa) Justice and his 2 children Amelia and Amanda Justice.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Donna; a sister, Kimberly Justice; a son, Mark Reeves; a niece Megan Justice; and a granddaughter, LaLon Justice A family gathering was held at Bill’s home located at 114 Deronda Street in Amery starting at 2:00 PM on Saturday, April 16, 2016.

In lieu of flowers memorials to the family would be greatly appreciated.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 222 Harriman Avenue North, Amery, Wisconsin 54001.

To sign and online guest book please visit www.williamsonwhite.com

Cheryl R. Logan age 55 of Soldotna, Alaska, formerly of Clear Lake, WI, died unexpectedly at her home on April 11, 2016.

Cheryl Rae Logan was born on July 18, 1960, in Amery, WI, the daughter of Wayne and Janet (Hellum) Logan. She grew up in the Clear Lake area, attended South Elementary School and graduated from Clear Lake High School in 1978.

After graduation, Cheryl worked at Phillips Plastics in New Richmond, WI, for the New Richmond Police Department and later at 3M in Stillwater, MN. She furthered her education at WITC and became an administrative assistant, moving to Alaska in 2008. She was currently working at Central Peninsula Hospital in Soldotna, AK. Cheryl loved an adventure and originally planned to stay in Alaska for only one year. She wound up staying 8 years. Cheryl loved living in Alaska, making many friends and enjoying the beauty of nature there. She was an avid reader, enjoyed the outdoors, white water rafting, growing flowers, and loved taking care of her pets. She will be sorely missed by her family and friends.

Cheryl is preceded in death by grandparents; Alvin and Amy Hellum and Clarence and Myrtle Logan.

Survived by parents, Wayne and Janet Logan of Clear Lake; sister, Diane (Maynard) Paulson of Clear Lake; nephews, Cory, Jeff, Aaron and Mitch Paulson; grand niece and nephew, Hailey and Brett Paulson; aunts, uncles, family and friends.

Funeral Services were at 11 a.m. on Monday, April 18, 2016 at First Lutheran Church in Clear Lake, with Rev. Bryan Anderson officiating. Music was provided

by Brian Wick.

Casketbearers were Aaron Paulson, Jeff Paulson, Cory Paulson, Mitch Paulson, Diane Paulson, and Maynard Paulson. Interment will be at the Clear Lake Cemetery in Clear Lake.

In lieu of flowers the family prefers memorials.

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

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Theodore R. Stumo

Cecelia (Halverson) Lieffring

Theodore R. Stumo, age 86 of Clear Lake, WI, died early Thursday morning, April 14, 2016 , at the Willow Ridge Care Center in Amery, WI where he had been a resident for the past 3 years.

Theodore Ralph Stumo was born on February 17, 1930, in Clayton, WI, the son of Theodore and Edith (Norden) Stumo. He grew up in Clayton, and was baptized at Moe Lutheran Church in Clear Lake and confirmed at the West Mission Covenant Church in Clayton Township. Theodore joined the US Navy in 1947 and honorably served for 20 years. During this time he received his GED and became a Chief Petty Officer electrician.

Theodore was married on August 17, 1963 to Joanne Schlicht at Trinity Lutheran Church in Freistadt, WI. Together they raised three sons; Jevon, Theodore and Matt. After he was discharged from the Navy in 1967, Theodore went to work at Stockers Refrigeration in Amery, WI for several years. In 1973, Theodore began farming in Clear Lake, WI raising beef and dairy cattle.

He was an active member of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Amery, serving as an usher for many years and on the property committee. In his spare time, Theodore enjoyed hunting, hiking, and traveling, especially trips to Alaska and the Grand Canyon.

After retiring from farming in 1986, he and Joanne spent their winters in Arizona and California. He will be sorely missed by his family and friends.

Theodore is preceded in death by his parents, Theodore and Edith Stumo; brothers, Donald, Frederick, and Stanley Stumo; sisters, Frances Anderson and Ruth Paulson.

Survived by wife, Joanne Stumo of Clear Lake; sons, Jevon (Annette) Stumo of Clear Lake, Theodore (Rita) Stumo of Anchorage, AK and Matt (Traci) Stumo of Somerset; Grandchildren, Dominique Stumo, Krista Christiansen, Ethan Stumo, Lillianna Stumo; Great Grandchildren, Rosalie, Quintin, Nikolai, and Brayden; brothers, Victor Stumo of Roseville, MN and Phillip (Marion) Stumo of Blaine, MN; sister-inlaw, Della Dole of Traverse City, MI; nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Funeral service was on Tuesday, April 19, 2016, at KANABEC COUNTY 11 a.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Amery, WI. Pastor Tom Hahn officiated. Music was provided by Debbie Raether and Judy Wamanen.

Pallbearers were Karl Stumo, Gene Anderson, John Stumo, Bob Paulson, Nickolaus Stumo-Langer, and David Nault.

Visitation was the hour before the service at the church.

Interment is in Moe Lutheran Cemetery, Clear Lake, with Military Honors provided by All Veterans Clear Lake Area Honor Guard .

PINE CITY Home and Cremation SerScheuermann Funeral vices are handling the arrangements. www.clearlakefuneralhome.com

Cecelia M. (Halverson) Lieffring, age 91 of Clear Lake, WI, died on April 12, 2016 at Regions Hospital in St. Paul, MN. Cecelia Mary Lieffring was born on November 5, 1924, in Baldwin, WI, the daughter of Oza and Mary (Utech) Bazille. She grew up in the Cylon area, was baptized and confirmed at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Cylon, and attended country school.

Cecelia was married to Walter Halverson on September 23, 1944 and together they farmed for a short time in Cylon. They also had seven children together, Mary, Gary, Denny, Joyce, Donny, Janice and Darrel. During those years, Cecelia worked at Fabritech in Baldwin, WI and at the Laurel Supper Club. Walter died in 1973.

Cecelia was married to John Lieffring on November 27, 1976 at St. John’s Catholic Church in Clear Lake.

They farmed together in rural Clear Lake until the time of his death in 2007. In her spare time, Cecelia loved gardening, playing cards, reading the Bible, cooking for her family and was an active member of St. John’s Catholic Church.

The past 8 years, she has been living with her daughter in the village of Clear Lake. She will be sorely missed by her family and friends.

Cecelia is preceded in death by husbands, Walter Halverson and John Lieffring; parents; Oza and Mary Bazille; daughter, Mary Tylee; sons, Gary Halverson, Denny Halverson, and Darrel Halverson; brothers, Joe, Ray, and Henry Bazille.

Survived by sons and daughters, Joyce (Dusty) Christensen of Clear Lake, Donny Halverson of Glenwood City, Janice (Roger) Bonte of Glenwood City; son-in-law, Jerry Tylee of Cambridge, MN; 14 Grandchildren, 27 Great Grandchildren; brothers and sister, Teresa Miller of Glenwood City, Lawrence (Jeannie) Bazille of Clear Lake, John Bazille of Emerald; nieces, nephews, family and friends.

Funeral services were at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 16, 2016 at St. John’s Catholic Church in Clear Lake. Visitation was on Friday, April 15, 2016 from 5-8 pm at the Scheuermann Funeral Home in Clear Lake, and an hour before at the church on Saturday. There was be a parish prayer service at the Funeral Home on Friday at 7:30 p.m. with Clergy - Fr. John Long officiating. Music was provided by Yoshio Shakal and St. John’s Choir.

Casketbearers were Casey Christensen, Mickey Christensen, Travis Bonte, Raymond Bonte, Steve Tylee, Bill Tylee, Heidi Halverson and Jessica McGillis.

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Carmen L. (Wenstad) Skifstad May 25, 1929-April 15, 2016 Carmen Luella (Wenstad) Skifstad, 86, of New Richmond, went home to be with her Lord April 15, 2016 at Westfield Hospital in New Richmond.

Memorial services are 2 p.m. April 23, 2016 at First Baptist Church in New Richmond with Pastor Kevin Morris officiating. A time of fellowship will follow the Memorial Service. Visitation is one hour prior to the service at the church.

Private interment will take place at a later date.

Carmen was born May 25, 1929 in Alden Township, Polk County, Wisconsin to Alvin T. and Mabel (Johnson) Wenstad.

She attended Cedar Lake School and then graduated from Minnehaha Academy in Minneapolis. She continued her education for two years at Bethel College in St. Paul, MN. She was united in marriage December 30, 1950 to Stanley C. Skifstad at the Star Prairie Covenant Church. To this union, four children were born.

Carmen served the Lord at her church as a Sunday School teacher, pianist and organist. She also was involved in the American Sunday School Union camp at Wascott, WI as a teacher, counselor and pianist.

She and Stanley lived on and worked a farm just north of Star Prairie for 27 years. In 1977, they sold the farm and moved into New Richmond. Carmen worked at the New Richmond Public Library for a number of years before retiring, but continued as a volunteer for a while.

In Carmen's recent years, she was a devoted caregiver to her husband. Her hobbies and interests included genealogy, reading, quilting, and making holiday/ birthday cards for family members.

The number one goal in Carmen's life was to glorify God in all she said and did. She had a servant's heart and was a prayer warrior, praying for her family, her church and many missionaries on a daily basis.

She desired that her grand kids and their children grow in their Christian faith and to keep their eyes on Jesus.

Carmen is survived by her husband of 65 years, Stanley, New Richmond; children, Glen (Terri) Skifstad, Grantsburg; Galen (Marianne) Skifstad, New Richmond; and Jeannice (Robert) Dunlap, Waterloo, IA; grandchildren, Leah (Zach) Lade, Grantsburg; Cari Skifstad, Rice Lake; Laura Skifstad Meyer, Grantsburg; and Carissa Skifstad, Superior, MN; Joel Dunlap, Louisville, KY; Eric Dunlap, Ames, IA; and Bethany Dunlap, Waterloo, IA; great grandchildren, Ellie and Eva Lade; and Morgan Meyer.

She was preceded in death by her parents and an infant daughter, Susan.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to The Navigators ministry or SEND International Missions. Arrangements are with Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services Beebe Chapel of New Richmond.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar March 21, 2016 Brian D. Byrnes Byrnes Law Office, LLC 314 Keller Avenue North Amery, WI 54001 715-268-5000 Bar Number 1032419 (April 5, 12, 19)

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Searles Named United Way Executive Director United Way St. Croix Valley is pleased to announce that Ann Searles has joined the staff as Executive Director. “We are absolutely delighted to have Ann on board given her extensive leadership experience,” said United Way Board President Dan Draxler. “She will be a wonderful addition to the staff.”

Searles has a background in both nonprofit and for-profit fields, most recently in her role as Executive Director of the White Bear Area Emergency Food Shelf, where she was responsible for fundraising, operations management and volunteer recruitment. She is also an active volunteer, serving in leadership roles with several organizations in Washington County, where she resides.

“What drew me to this United Way was the focus of the organization on bettering the community as a whole,” said Searles. “I’ve always had a passion to help those in need, and my heart resonates with the core impact areas of meeting basic and emergency needs,

strengthening children and families and promoting health and independence,” she continued.

Searles will be stepping into her role following the passing of longtime Executive Director John Coughlin last August. “I am humbled and feel very fortunate to build on the foundation John built for 22 years,” she said of Coughlin.

“I will work hard to ensure his legacy continues.”

To contact Searles, call 715-377-0203 ext. 102 or email ann@unitedwaystcroix.org.

United Way St. Croix Valley serves residents of Polk, Pierce and St. Croix counties. The annual campaign provides funding for over 60 nonprofit agency programs and United Way initiatives. The mission of United Way St. Croix Valley is to unite communities, focus resources and inspire people to measurably improve lives in Western Wisconsin.

A huge thank you goes out to everyone who participated in the Amery/Unity Empty bowls event. We raised over $10,041 to help fight childhood hunger!

The Amery and Unity Empty Bowl Directors (Emily Larson, Renee Anderson, Kathy Vincent, Lindsey Pratt, Erin Osero, Nancy Sigsworth, Oralee Schock, Tracy Hendrickson, Neil Larson, Craig Zipperer and Mike Klopotek) would like to thank the following groups and individuals for helping or donatingNorthwest Communications, Ruby’s Pantry (Amery), Riverbend, Willow Ridge, Amery Hospital and Clinic, Dick’s Fresh Market, WESTconsin Credit Union, Bremer Bank, American Family Insurance, Hungry Turtle Institute, Amery Chevrolet, McDonalds, Amery True Value, Royal Credit Union, Amery FCCLA, Williamson-White Funeral Home, Stems from the Heart, J. Kessler Jeweler, Noah Insurance, Amery Free Press, The Law Firm of Williams & Davis, Keller Williams Premier Realty (Heather Gott), Amery School District Teacher’s Union, Lakeview Park Inc., Mosquito Maximus, Amery Fire Department, Amery Police Department, Amery School District Teachers and Staff, Unity Art Department, Unity Technology Education Department, Keri Lonergan, Shoreview Supper Club, Sunshine Fitness, Lupine Kennels, Lamperts, Jim & Marie Knutson, Nancy and Martin Sigsworth Family, JLR Photography, Forest Inn, Ellie’s Ice Cream Shop, Aaron Carlson Corp, Deb Palmberg, Abby Anderson, Thelma Betzold, Unity high school students, Amery high school students, the Ledger Newspaper, artist-Jane Armbrust and WXCE Radio Station.

Thank you to the following people for donating food- Amery Family Restaurant, Village Pizzeria, Farm Table, Hungry Turtle Institute, Four Hands Holsteins, Congregational Church, Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, First Lutheran Church, Deronda Lutheran Church, Little Falls Lutheran Church, St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, East Lincoln Alliance Church, Redeemer Lutheran Church, First Baptist Church, Bernick’s, Willow Ridge and Riverbend.

Thank you to everyone who came to our empty bowls event or volunteered your time to help fight childhood hunger!

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OPEN BOOK & BOARD OF REVIEW TOWN OF CLEAR LAKE WEDNESDAY, MAY 4, 2016 OPEN BOOK 5 – 7 P.M. MONDAY, MAY 16, 2016 BOARD OF REVIEW 7:30 – 9:30 P.M. AT THE TOWN HALL, 375 46TH ST. (GOLF DRIVE), CLEAR LAKE, WI Please be advised of the following requirements to appear before the Board of Review & procedural requirements if appearing before the Board: No person shall be allowed to appear before the Board of Review, to testify to the board by telephone or to contest the amount of any assessment of real or personal property if the person has refused a reasonable written request by certified mail or the Assessor to view such property.

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

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

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

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

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

Notice is herby given this 13th day of April 2016 by

Janelle M. Johnson, Clerk Town of Clear Lake

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

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

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

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

3. All interested persons waived notice.

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

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

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

Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar March 31, 2016 Leah E. Boeve Remington Law Offices LLC 126 S. Knowles Avenue New Richmond, WI 54017 715-246-3422 Bar Number 1081407

STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT BARRON COUNTY PUBLISHED NOTICE Case No. 16 SC 282 Defendant Brittany Nicole Blake 710 3rd Street Clear Lake, WI 54005 You are being sued

by WESTconsin Credit Union in Small Claims Court. A hearing will be held at the Barron County Justice Center, 1420 Highway 25 N, Barron, WI 54812 on May 9, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. or thereafter.

If you do not appear, a judgment may be given to the person suing you.

A copy of the claim has been mailed to you at the address above.

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

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

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

Dated this 7th day of April, 2016.

Williamson & Siler, S.C. Attorneys for the Plaintiffs Ronald L. Siler, #1022083 201 South Knowles Avenue New Richmond, WI 54017 715-246-6806 (April 12, 19, 26)

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WISTAX Facts: Income Tax Collections Rise, Burden Falls Wisconsin’s income tax underwent a round of significant changes over the past decade. How these changes have impacted taxpayers can be answered in several ways.

Income tax collections

Wilfred Kuhl

Born Feb. 4, 1922 Died April 16, 2015

The Airport Commission for the City of Amery will meet at 8:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 26, 2016, in the City Council Chambers at Amery City Hall.

Agenda Items: 1. Approve minutes of last meeting 2. Consider a request to establish a skydiving business at the airport 3. Discuss establishment of a dog park on airport property.

4. Update 6-year plan and recommend to the city council 5. Airport Manager’s report 6. Other items that meet requirements of the open meeting law

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TOWN OF LINCOLN Plan Commission

April 25, 2016 Meeting Agenda A quorum of the Town Board may be present

The Plan Commission for the Town of Lincoln will hold their monthly meeting on Monday, April 25, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. at the Lincoln Town Hall -- 661 85th Street.

1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Verify Meeting Notice 4. Approve Agenda 5. Approve Previous Minutes 6. Public Comments 7. Reports of Chair/Commission Members 8. Review/Revise Outdoor Burning Ordinance 9. Review/Revise ATV/UTV Ordinance 10. Comprehensive Plan Discussion 11. Town Zoning Map 12. Set Date & Agenda for Next Meeting 13. Adjourn Note: Agenda items may not be taken up in this order.

Stephanie Marciniak, Town Clerk – 715-268-4747 Published April 19, 2016 – Amery Free Press

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the early 1970s.

The Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance is a nonpartisan, nonprofit research organization dedicated to good government through citizen education since 1932.

In Loving Memory

TOWN OF LINCOLN NOTICE

Published April 19, 2016 – Amery Free Press

rose 9.1% during 2008-15.

However, expressed as a share of state personal income, they declined from 3.1% to 2.8%, the lowest since 2011. Prior to 2011, the tax burden has not been as low as 2.8% since

NOTICE

Airport Commission

Please take notice that the Town Board of the Town of Lincoln will be examining roads to determine possible 2016 road work projects on Monday, May 25, 2016. They will meet at the Lincoln Town Hall - 661 85th Street at 6:00 p.m. then proceed to inspect various roads in the Town as needed.

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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 30, 2016, 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.

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

The work, in general, will include the approximate quantities and items listed below: Common Excavation 8” PVC Sanitary Sewer 3” HMA 24” Curb & Gutter 12” Granular Subbase

1,200 550 1,500 1,100 600

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Crushed Aggregate Base 6” DI Watermain 12” RCP Storm Sewer Restoration

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The proposals shall be submitted on the forms furnished with the specifications. Each proposal shall be accompanied by a certified check payable to the owner equal to five percent (5%) of the proposal or a bid bond of a bonding company duly authorized to do business in the State of Wisconsin in an amount equal to five percent (5%) of the proposal. This proposal guarantee shall be subject to forfeiture as provided by law.

Complete digital project bidding documents are available at www.cedarcorp. com. You may download the digital plan documents for $20.00 (Quest eBidDoc #4300309). 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. An optional paper set of project documents is also available from Docunet Corporation. Contact Docunet at 763-475-9600 for pricing and instructions to obtain a paper copy. Please make your check payable to Docunet Corporation and send it to 2435 Xenium Lane North, Plymouth, MN 55441.

Proposals shall not be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days after the date of opening. The Village of Clear Lake reserves the right to reject any or all of the proposals and to waive any informalities therein.

Dates of Publication:

April 12th and 19th, 2016

By Authority of: Al Bannink, Village Clerk

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First Lutheran Church, Amery Men in Mission invite you to our annual

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An often touching and an often humorous readers’ theater performance of the Edgar Lee Masters classic performed by members of the Northern Lakes Theater Guild.

Saturday & Sunday, April 23 & 24, 7:30 p.m.

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AREA BOWLING Club 53 Bar & Lanes, Amery MONDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Tac Two ............................................184.0 Amery True Value .........................165.0 Division 2 Shoreview .......................................149.0 Harper Reality Group ................... 142.0 High games: Gary Nottom 237201, Chris Wolter 232, Todd Zemke 223-200, Jim Swanson 214-206, Hjalmer Gerloff 207-206, Rod Gehrman 205, Marv Maxon 200.

High series: Gary Nottom 626, Hjalmer Gerloff 606, Todd Zemke 596, Chris Wolter 586, Jim Swanson 572, Rod Gehrman 56.

TUESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Club 53 .............................................200.5 Waterside ........................................165.0 Division 2 Northwest Communications ....140.0 Chet Johnson Drug ....................... 134.5 High games: Chuck Williamson 256-225, Bill Peterson 253, Scott Jensen 234, Will Schaeffer 209-201, Wade Prindle 204, Scott Sorensen 201.

High series: Chuck Williamson 658, Will Schaffer 599, Scott Jensen 598, Bill Peterson 586, Wade Prindle 557, Scott Sorensen 554.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Lamperts ..........................................173.5 Preferred Lawn..............................165.0 Division 2 Club 53 ...............................................179.5 Amery Fire Dept. ........................... 122.0 High games: Beau Gorres 257234-213, Chris Sobottka 244-206204, Jerod Wollan 233-210-208, Jim Swanson 230-202, Dave Fox 218, Mike Elmer 216-202, Billy Vierkandt 204, Denis Carteron 201.

High series: Beau Gorres 704, Chris Sobottka 654, Jerod Wollan 651, Mike Elmer 611, Jim Swanson 604, Dave Fox 590.

Retiring After 18 Years!

Please join us as we honor Jerome Wittstock for his dedication as Judge for the Amery Area Municipal Court.

Friday, April 22nd, 2016 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Amery City Hall

Stop in to wish him well!

Surprise Your Favorite 2016 Graduate!

Include your favorite “grads” baby picture in our 2016 Amery/Clayton/Clear Lake High School Keepsake Graduation Section on Tuesday, May 17.

Baby’s Name Name of Parents

Return the order form below with your payment of $10 and a baby picture to the Amery Free Press by Friday, April 29.

ORDER FORM - PLEASE PRINT Graduates name ________________________________________ Parents name ___________________________________________ High school name _______________________________________ Please mail or drop off payment of $10, photo and form to Amery Free Press, P.O. Box 424, 215 S. Keller Ave., Amery, WI 54001, by Friday, April 29, 2016.

THURSDAY-FRIDAY NIGHT WOMEN Division 1 Northwest Communications .... 155.5 Amery Fire ........................................153.5 Bremer ..............................................150.0 Division 2 Club 53 ...............................................176.5 AHC .....................................................172.0 Chet’s .................................................152.5 High games: Sid Jones 180, Janet Martinson 177, Kaydi Sobottka 168-161, Anne Wollan 161, Cheryl Sobottka 155, Sherry Martin 153-151, Marcia Clark 153.

High series: Kaydi Sobottka 459, Janet Martinson 437, Sherry Martin 435, Sid Jones 429, Cheryl Sobottka 425.

You are invited to

Balsam Women’s Spring Salad Luncheon and Raffle Saturday, April 23, 2016

BALSAM LUTHERAN CHUCH 1115 Mains Crossing Ave., Amery Registration 10:30-11:00 a.m.

11:00 a.m. Speaker bo Garbiel

History of Food Fun things you will enjoy hearing Bring your oldest cookbook Luncheon to follow program Quilt raffle and other drawings after luncheon

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Friday, April 22, 8 p.m.-Midnight • $12 Advance, $14 at the door

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Spring is here! Included in this issue is our annual Spring Section Spring in Wisconsin…isn’t it great!

This time of year, the weather conditions can change quite quickly. It can go Pounding from sunshine to rain to snow to the wind to sunPavement shine to freezing temperatures to Pam Humpal rain and back to sunshine, all within a few days. And that is just what we have experienced this last week.

This is how it has gone…Last Tuesday, sitting out at a high school baseball game we got snowed on then rained on then the sleet came, and it was very cold.

On Thursday, the weather was great for the baseball game-sunshine and warmer. Saturday’s games brought wonderful sunshine, warmth but extreme wind.

Last night’s game (Monday) we were very lucky that we went back in the house to grab a jacket as the weather changed drastically to very windy and cold. I guess that is why the back of my vehicle is filled with lawn chairs, blankets, and jackets, you never know what you might need when you leave home.

As long as I am talking baseball, the game last Thursday was a little stressful for Dave and I. Both of our sons are the head baseball coaches for their schools, and they were playing each other. Matt is at Unity, and Ryan is at Luck.

Looking on as a parent, in this situation, it would be ideal if the game would end in a tie but it does not happen that way. We are very proud of both of our coaches, and really enjoy watching them!

Ok now, back to Spring…included in this issue is a special Spring section. There is information on remodeling/construction, vehicle maintenance, flooring, electricity, home decorating, insurance, water conditioning, countertops, boats, ATVs, health care, planting, gardening, air conditioning, appliances, TVs, home furnishings, finances, window treatments, lawn mowers, and much more. Check it out for yourself.

In observance of Earth Day, Health Partners Amery Hospital & Clinic and Tech Dump is sponsoring a FREE recycling day for computers and cell phones. On Wednesday, April 27, from noon to 3pm, they will be collecting these items at the northwest corner of the Amery Area Community Center parking lot. Besides taking computers and cell phones for free, you may also drop off other items for a small fee. For a complete list of items accepted, and those not accepted please visit http://www. techdump.org/healthpartners/.

And staying with the Spring theme…On Tuesday, May 3, we will be publishing our annual Golf Sections for Amery and Clear Lake. These special sections will show golfers how to play each hole, have information on the course, and a calendar of events for the Summer. The Golf Sections are a great opportunity for area businesses to wish the golfers good luck with their game plus inform them of what services/products they have to offer. Area businesses wishing to be a part of Amery &/ or Clear Lake Golf Sections please give me a call today. The deadline is Wednesday, April 27.

Would you like to help out some area non-profit organizations?

Here is your chance. On Tuesday, April 26, giveBIG St Croix Valley is an opportunity to donate to various organizations in Amery, Osceola and St Croix Falls. You may donate by dropping off a check at specific spots or using a credit card over the phone. A list of participating organizations and what the donations will be used for can be found elsewhere in this issue. Show your support on Tuesday, April 26…giveBIG!

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It is once again time for the Amery American Caner Society’s Walk/Run, also known as The Sole Burner 2016. This event will be held Saturday, May 7 at the Amery High School. Registration begins at 8 a.m with the walk beginning at 9:15. Team or individual registration forms can be picked up at WESTconsin Credit Union during regular business hours starting now until the Friday before the walk.

Come help honor all cancer survivors with a special birthday cake, participate in the quilt drawing and remember all those in your life affected by cancer by purchasing tribute flags. The Sole Burner Committee wishes to thank those who make the event possible. This event cannot exist without the help of volunteers, participants, and most importantly the support of our community.

The annual American Cancer Society Sole Burner Walk in Amery is scheduled for Saturday, May 7, at the Amery High School.

Individuals/teams who would like to sign up for the walk should contact Danielle at 715-781-1873, Tammy at 715-781-3016, or stop by the Amery WESTconsin Credit Union office. Please join the fight against cancer!

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What if you could shape your community’s future?

With giveBIG St. Croix Valley you can. On April 26, 2016 you can support the nonprofit of your choice serving Amery, Osceola and St. Croix Falls. It’s your chance to make a real impact for your community.

Adoray Home Health & Hospice Our Mission is to provide care and comfort at home to the acutely, chronically and terminally ill.

Amery Area Community Center

Amery Area Community Center

Our purpose is to provide area adults with the opportunity to gather socially and to add to their quality of life through programs and activities.

Amery Youth Hockey Association Our purpose is to provide a quality ice skating facility and youth hockey programs in the Amery area.

giveBIG Goal: $5,000

giveBIG Goal: $4,000

giveBIG Goal: $7,500

Funds will be used to bring grief support and bereavement services to families of Adoray palliative and hospice patients and end-of-life care education to all communities throughout the St. Croix River Valley.

Funds will help the center continue to be available for hundreds of community activities.

Funds will be used for constructing an upstairs bathroom at the rink.

Amery Woman’s Club

Amery Hospital Foundation

Association Retreat Center (ARC)

Our mission is to enhance the lives of others through volunteer service.

Our purpose is to improve health and well-being in partnership with our members, patients and community.

Our purpose is to be a place where people can come away and be re-energized to make a difference in their homes, churches and communities.

giveBIG Goal: $1,000

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Funds will be used for programs such as Read To Me, Scholarships, the Blood Mobile, adult literacy, and recycling projects, to name a few.

Funds will be used for the children’s health and wellness initiative PowerUp, providing in-school resources to encourage healthy foods and activities as the easy and fun choice.

Funds will be used to improve the ARC grounds for our guests.

Arnell Memorial Humane Society Our purpose is to help animals by providing safety, care and adoption for lost, abandoned and surrendered pets, plus offering a spay/neuter program and behavioral education for pets and caregivers.

St. Croix Center for the Arts (ArtBarn) Our purpose is to provide a home in the St. Croix Valley for artistic excellence and a focal point for exploration and enjoyment of the arts.

Moms and Dads against Meth, Inc./ButterÀy House Our purpose is to stop methamphetamine and other drug abuse through education, awareness, and community outreach activities.

giveBIG Goal: $9,000

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Funds will be used to provide the operational funding needed to give the best care possible for the animals.

Funds will be used to install a new metal roof on the ArtBarn. Buy one panel for $120 or give a donation in any size - no donation is too small.

Funds will be used to support operating expenses of our primary community outreach project—ButterÀy House Transitional Sober House for Women.

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Christian Community Home of Osceola Our purpose is to offer senior living communities dedicated to serving individuals in ways that reÀect the importance of each unique life.

County Line First Responders Our purpose is to provide the highest quality pre-hospital Emergency Medical Care to all whom we serve, through continuing education and public awareness.

Community Referral Agency, Inc. Our purpose is to provide shelter for survivors of domestic and sexual violence d and offer services that promote peace, justice and safety.

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Funds will be be used for the purchase of motorized awnings to our four courtyards so residents can enjoy the beauty and health bene¿ts of spending time outdoors.

Funds will be used for extending ¿rst responders’ education, upgrading our older equipment, and purchasing new equipment for additional members who join.

Funds will be used for direct services to clients in our shelter.

Standing Cedars Community Land Conservancy

Community Homestead

Endeavors Adult Development Center

Our purpose is to protect and restore ¿eld, forest and natural habitat along the lower St. Croix River.

Community Homestead ...living and working with people with special needs

Our purpose is to create and maintain a community where people with disabilities ¿nd friendship, health and meaning in their activities here.

Our purpose is to provide meaningful employment opportunities for adults with disabilities.

giveBIG Goal: $3,200

giveBIG Goal: $10,000

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Funds will be used to purchase a rear-mount mower for our tractor.

The mower is needed for our land maintenance and habitat resoration to open new trails and/or ¿re breaks and to control woody brush in needed areas.

Funds will be used to buy the organic land we currently rent.

Funds will be used to purchase a wheelchair accessible bus.

Family Resource Center St. Croix Valley

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Family Pathways Our purpose is to develop supportive, caring relationships to help people meet their basic needs by offering a safety net of essential services.

giveBIG Goal: $5,000

Our mission is to strengthen children, families and communities by offering education, resources and support. giveBIG Goal: 10 new donors

Our purpose is to make the arts welcoming to all people as an essential part of their well-being and for the vitality of the community. giveBIG Goal: $10,000

Funds will be used to purchase food for food shelves located in St. Croix Falls and Frederic.

Funds will be used to support Home Visits and Play & Learn groups throughout Polk County.

Funds will be used to support the production costs of our 2016 summer productions.

Friends of the Amery Area Public Library Foundation, Inc.

Friends of the St. Croix Falls Public Library

Grow Osceola

Our purpose is to raise awareness of the library’s role in our community, and to assist the Library Board whenever requested including providing money for various projects, equipment, materials and activities.

Our purpose is to provide support through volunteering, advocacy and fundraising.

Our purpose is growing connections between people, art, plants, beauty and nature that grows around us.

giveBIG Goal: $1,500

giveBIG Goal: $2,000

Funds will be used towards the purchase of large print books, summer reading and early release/no school programs, and library programs for adults.

Funds will be used for children’s programming, author events and new library materials.

Funds will be used for planting for butterflies, new interpretive signs and benches for butterfly gardens.

Interfaith Caregivers of Polk County

Kinship of Polk County

Lake Wapogasset Bible Camp

Our purpose is to help seniors and adults with disabilities and chronic illness maintain their independence.

Our purpose is to improve the quality of child’s life by establishing a relationship with a caring volunteer to promote stability, support, friendship and community.

giveBIG Goal: $5,000

Our purpose is to provide opportunities for youth to grow in faith and in relationships with others.

giveBIG Goal: $45,000

giveBIG Goal: $8,000

giveBIG Goal: $5,000

Funds will go toward operating expenses for recruiting and training new volunteers, and coordinating rides, visits, chores, and much more!

Funds will be used to recruit and train new mentors for children currently waiting in our programs.

Funds will be used to support our scholarship program providing funds to get more kids to camp.

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Friends of Osceola Library, Inc. Our purpose is to advocate for library services, volunteer at the library and raise funds to enhance library programming and materials

giveBIG Goal: $2,000

Our goal is to help sustain and expand quality programming and resources for our library, giving people of all ages equal opportunities to learn, interact and create.

Northwoods Homeless Shelters Our purpose is to provide emergency shelters for homeless families in our county, to support them in moving to permanent housing.

Osceola Lions Club Our purpose is to serve the Osceola community for local projects and to help people in need. giveBIG Goal: $5,000 Funds will be used to help us continue supporting the Osceola Area Ambulance Service, Oakey Park playgrounds and improvements, Osceola Medical Center, Osceola Community Float, Wheels & Wings, Rhubarb Days, Osceola Public Library, St. Croix Valley Veterans Memorial, and more.

The Open Cupboard, Osceola Food Shelf Our purpose is to provide people in need with food, household, clothing, furniture, school supplies, bread, bakery, veggies, coats, snow pants, and boots. To assist in other areas if needed.

giveBIG Goal: $18,000

giveBIG Goal: $10,000

Funds will be used to pay off the mortgage on the house we use for our transitional housing program.

The balance will be used to operate our programs.

Funds will be used for shelving, client chairs, hanging racks, and a new walk-in freezer for the new building.

Osceola Area Ambulance Service

Friends of Osceola Fire & Rescue

Our purpose is to help the people in the communities we serve by providing compassionate, high quality and cost effective service.

Our purpose is to support relief to the Osceola Fire and Rescue Department by purchasing needed tools and equipment.

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Mental Health Task Force of Polk County Our purpose is to be a leader in indentifying issues faced by all people affected by mental illness, facilitate improvements, give consumers and families a strong voice, reduce stigma and implement recovery principles.

giveBIG Goal: $5,000 Funds will be used to help support our public awareness campaigns and mental health services.

Osceola Community Health Foundation Our purpose is to build healthy communities by fostering charitable support for the Osceola Medical Center and the health related needs of the people in the upper St. Croix Valley.

giveBIG Goal: $20,000 Funds will be used to help OMC’s Emergency Department and purchase state-of-the-art equipment.

People Loving People, Inc. Our purpose is to provide food and basic necessities to those going through economic hardship.

giveBIG Goal: $200,000

giveBIG Goal: $4,500

giveBIG Goal: $3,000

Funds will be used to purchase a new ambulance.

We are happy with whatever anyone can afford to donate.

Funds will be used for items that promote and support personal ¿re¿ghter safety and improved safety and response on scene.

Funds will be used to build our Seeds for Needs Garden. The produce grown will be given to families in need through our food ministry.

Polk County Historical Society

Quarter Moon Acres Equine Therapy Center

Osceola Queens Committee

Our purpose is to preserve the past for future generations by establishing a unique and endearing collection of Polk County history, shared with the public.

giveBIG Goal: $1,200 Funds will be used for the hosting of the Logging Heydays event, Sat. July 23.

River Valley Soccer Club Our purpose is to develop and deliver quality youth soccer programs which promote a fun, family environment.

Our purpose is to connect people with horses in a therapeutic environment to turn disabilities into abilities.

Our program is dedicated to empowering and developing young ladies through volunteering, poise and grace.

giveBIG Goal: $5,000

giveBIG Goal: $500

Funds will be used for scholarships, helmets, adaptive tack for disabled riders, supplies for therapy sessions, food and beverages for our riders and volunteers.

Funds will be used to support the Osceola Royalty in their travels to neighboring festivals as representatives of the Village of Osceola.

Salvation Army Serenity Home

St. Croix Falls Dollars for Scholars

Our purpose is to house homeless individuals in Polk County and help them get back on a path toward independence.

Our purpose is to help students achieve their educational goals by raising scholarship funds, establishing endowments, providing assistance with college readiness and the ¿nancial aid process, and distributing scholarships each year.

giveBIG Goal: $1,000

giveBIG Goal: $2,500

giveBIG Goal: $1,000

Funds will be used for ¿nancial support.

All children should be able to participate in youth soccer, regardless of the ability to pay.

Funds will be used to help supplement our many programs to those in need in Polk County.

Funds will be used to increase the number of scholarships based on the amount donated.

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St. Croix Scenic Coalition

St. Croix River Association

Our purpose is to protect and enhance the outstanding scenic character of the St. Croix River valley.

St. Croix Falls Food Shelf Our purpose is to provide food for people in need in St. Croix Falls and neighboring communities.

Our purpose is to advocate for conservation throughout the watershed.

giveBIG Goal: $2,500

giveBIG Goal: $5,000

giveBIG Goal: $1,000

Funds will be used for developing ¿ve new videos that tell the history and scenic treasures of the St. Croix River Valley. Videos to be available later this year on the Scenic Byway website: stcroixscenicbyway.org

Funds will provide for meaningful experience on the Riverway for those who would not otherwise have to opportunity.

Funds will be used to purchase food from local stores and from Second Harvest Heartland.

St. Croix Valley Orchestra

STAR Education Foundation

Polk County Special Olympics Our purpose is to provide year-round sports training and competition in a variety of Olympic type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them opportunities to share their gifts with the community.

Our purpose is to enrich student lives and enhance education to ensure the success of our students.

Our purpose is to provide an opportunity for local musicians to play their instruments and bring ¿ne music of a fully orchestrated ensemble to the people of the upper St. Croix Valley.

giveBIG Goal: $2,500 Funds will be used to update our music library, maintain orchestra equipment and purchase printed materials for concerts.

giveBIG Goal: $5,000

giveBIG Goal: $5,000

Funds will be used to support academics and athletics.

Funds will be used for purchasing warm-up uniforms and uniforms for each sport.

Friends of Stower Seven Lakes State Trail, Inc.

Wild River Fitness

Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity

Our purpose is connecting communities and the environment in new ways, inviting people of all ages & abilities to recreate and explore, inspiring and challenging new & existing members, and supporting our trail partners

F I T N E S S

Our purpose is to improve the overall health of residents in the St. Croix Valley.

Our purpose is seeking to put God’s love into action, to bring people together to build homes, communities and hope.

giveBIG Goal: $5,000

giveBIG Goal: $5,000

giveBIG Goal: $25,000

Funds will be used will be used to retain the non-motorized status of the trail and other projects for future generations.

Funds will be used to support a new Sport Court that will be open to the public.

Funds will be used to help fund the home(s) we are building this year.

You can also contribute by personal check (one check per organization), at these drop off locations: • Amery Community Center (7 a.m. - 7 p.m.) 608 Harriman Ave. S, Amery, WI • Osceola Public Library (10 a.m. - 7 p.m.) 102 Chieftain Street, Osceola, WI • St. Croix Falls Public Library (10 a.m. - 7 p.m.) 230 S. Washington Street, St. Croix Falls, WI

Or Credit Card donations are accepts over the phone.

Sponsored by:

Supported by The Copy Shop • Falls Orthodontics • Noah Insurance Group • Sign-Xpress

Golden Ticket Sponsors Royal Credit Union Tippy Canoes Sports Pub & Grub Interactive Business Solutions Core Products Custom Fire Apparatus MarketPlace Foods Osceola AeroSport Leadholm Insurance Agency

AskWear Federated Co-ops, Inc. Northwire, Inc. St. Croix Press, Inc. Alibi Bar Beck Rental Properties Bremer Bank Christopherson Eye Clinic

Comforts by Design, Inc. Connecting Point, Inc. Dick’s Fresh Market Doors of Distinction Eagle Valley Bank Grandstrand Funeral Home Hiawatha National Bank J & S General Contracting

Krooked Kreek Golf Course Law Firm of Williams & Davis Neumann Farms Novitzke, Gust, Sempf, Whitley and Bermanis Osceola Auto Body Osceola Family EyeCare Osceola Veterinary Service

R. Anderson’s Practical Financial Consulting “Not Just Taxes” St. Croix Family Dentistry The RiverGroup Financial Advisors, LLC. Valley Custom Homes Valley Spirits Village Pizzeria

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Amery golf places second at Barron Invite

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

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Amery goalie Alexa Dickman defends a shot on goal with help from Shayan Tavenae and Michaela Erickson.

Johnson scores two in shutout win over Altoona

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery’s girls’ soccer team picked up a 2-0 victory over Altoona recently, scoring both of the game’s goals in the second half.

Kaylie Johnson was the Amery hero of the night, scoring the game’s first goal off assists from Jillian Jensen and Allison Oman, and adding the second goal on a penalty kick.

Alexa Diekman earned the shutout win in the Amery goal, collecting four saves.

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Kaylie Johnson goes for the ball against a Altoona player.

Amery Baseball April 19 vs. Osceola April 21 vs. New Richmond April 22 vs. Somerset April 25 vs. Ellsworth

Amery Golf April 20 MBC at New Richmond April 23 at Chippewa Falls April 25 MBC at Amery April 26 MBC at Hammond

Amery Soccer April 19 at Superior April 20 at Spooner April 25 at New Richmond April 26 at Somerset

This week’s sports Amery Softball

April 19 vs. Baldwin-Woodville April 21 at Prescott April 22 vs. Ellsworth April 25 at Spooner April 26 vs, Osceola

Amery Tennis April 21 at Eau Claire Regis April 26 vs. Baldwin-Woodville

Amery Track April 21 at Frederic Invite April 26 at Baldwin-Woodville Invite

Clayton Baseball April 19 at Clear Lake April 21 vs. Siren

April 22 vs. St. Croix Falls at Turtle Lake April 25 at Grantsburg

Clayton Softball April 21 vs. Cameron April 22 vs. St. Croix Falls at Turtle Lake April 25 at Grantsburg

Clear Lake Golf April 19 at Grantsburg April 21 at Siren April 26 at Unity

Clear Lake Softball April 22 at Lake Holcombe April 25 vs. Flambeau April 26 at Prairie Farm

Clayton Track

Clear Lake Track

April 21 at Frederic April 26 at Shell Lake Clear Lake Baseball April 21 vs. Flambeau April 22 at Baldwin-Woodville April 25 vs. Cameron April 26 at Prairie Farm

April 22 at Shell Lake Invite April 26 at Baldwin-Woodville Invite

Amery’s golf team had a strong night on April 13 at the Barron Invitational, claiming second place in the final team standings with a score of 328. Bloomer claimed the team title, finishing in 315 strokes.

Grantsburg’s Jordan Knutson won the individual title with a 72-stroke effort while Amery’s Thomas Christensen wasn’t far behind with a fourth-place, 76-stroke performance. Amery’s David Olson also made the top 10, tying for ninth-place with Chippewa Falls’ Justin Czech with a score of 82.

James Lindquist shot an 83. Dalton Rademaker finished in 87 strokes, and Ethan Panek finished with a score of 93.

Team scores Bloomer 315, Amery 328, Rice Lake 331, Chippewa Falls 338, Luck 365, Grantsburg 377, Northwestern 387, Birchwood 407, Spooner 409, Bruce 411, Barron 414, St. Croix Falls 414, Cumberland 430, Ladysmith 431, Chetek-Weyerhaeuser 432, Unity 434

Clear Lake Baseball Team off to a great start The Clear Lake baseball team has started the season with a 3-0 record. The Warriors are a very young team with only one Senior on the active roster. They started the season off with a hard fought win against Bruce 5-4 who has won the conference every year since the Warriors joined the East Lakeland Conference.

Daymond Bad Horse pitched the complete game for the win. He also went 2 for 3 in the game scoring three runs. The defense played well throughout the game. In the second game of the year the Warriors beat Glenwood City 16-6 in five innings. Cal Rosen went four innings to get the win. Cal Rosen, Gabe Colbeth, and Christian Briesemeister all had two hits in the game. In the third game of the year the Warriors jumped out early and cruised to a win against Northwoods 21-2 in five innings. Jordan Ramis pitched 4 innings to get the win with Gabe Colbeth pitching the last. The Warriors offense was led by Daymond Bad Horse, Hunter Levy, Noah Wieczorek and Christian Briesemeister. Briesemeister hit the first homerun of the year for the team in the second inning with one runner on.

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Clear Lake boys win 5 at Siren Invite

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Clear Lake’s boys’ and girls’ track and field team competed in the April 15 Siren High School Invite and finished middle of the pack in both team standings. The girls’ team posted a fourth-place (of seven teams) score of 98 points, while the boys worked their way up to a third-place finish with 119 points.

Sophomore Conner Schramski led the way by winning the boys’ 200-meter dash with a time of 24.88 seconds. Junior Cameron Fouks joined him in victory lane with a winning boys’ 800-meter run time of 2:22.49. Junior Jake Doyle added yet another solid performance, winning the boys’ 1,600-meter run by more than 2 seconds with a time of 5:22.30 and placing fi fth in the 3,200-meter run (12:13.97).

Senior Kyle Levra and sophomore Josh Levra bolstered Clear Lake’s firepower as Kyle won the boys’ long jump with a leap of 1904.5 and Josh was third at 18-08.85.

Kyle and Josh fi lled the No. 2 and 3 spots in the 100-meter dash, respectively, with times of 12.88 seconds and 13.18 seconds.

Schramski, Josh Levra, Kyle Levra and Joe Espeseth claimed the top spot in the boys’ 4x100-meter relay with a time of 49.15 seconds.

Junior Emma Eggert posted a second-place girls’ 400-meter run time of 1:10.87 while Gena Strenke was sixth (1:17.76). Sophomore Montana Niles was runner up in the girls’ 1,600-meter run with a time of 6:26.61, and Aleena Krueger took fi fth (7:10.15). Ian Ruble placed second in the boys’ 400-meter dash with a time of 58.53 seconds.

Placing third in the girls’ 4x100 with a time of 1:00.61 was the team of Jazzy Christiansen, Reea Konnonmaa, Aubree Schramski and Elaine Ullrich. Also taking third was the girls’ 4x400-meter team of Niles, Clara Pearson, Kaylee Tolzman, and Eggert (5:06.12).

Niles, Pearson, Krueger and Gabby Loenser added a third place girls’ 4x800 time of 12:09.60. The girls 4x200 team of Ullrich, Kannonmaa, Mallory Pigman and Schramski was fourth (2:14.39).

Cameron Foukes, Kincaid Hughes, Croix Hughes and Doyle grabbed third place in the boys’ 4x800-meter relay with a time of 9:54.75.

David Benson and Ruble occupied the No. 4 and 5 spots in the boys’ shot put, respectively, with tosses of 35-07 and 34-00. Sean Singh placed fi fth in the boys 110-meter high hurdles with a time of 20.85 seconds and sixth in the 300-meter hurdles with a mark of 52.34 seconds. Ruble, Brandtsen

Laursen, Kevin Catts and Evan Rogers posted a fi fth-place time of 4:23.13 in the boys’ 4x400-meter relay.

Christiansen took sixth in the girls’ 200-meter dash (31.89 seconds) and eighth in the triple jump (25-00.00). Pearson (3:06.30) and Loenser (3:07.65) occupied the No. 6 and 7 spots, respectively, in the girls’ 800-meter run. Strenke cleared 3-10 in the girls’ high jump for a sixth-place finish. Pigman placed eighth in the girls’ 100-meter dash (16.14 seconds).

Joe Espeseth placed eighth in the boys’ 100-meter dash (13.53 seconds). Freshmen Rogers and Isaac Pearson placed sixth and seventh, respectively in the boys’ 800-meter run with times of 2:35.74 and 2:36.74. Croix Hughes placed seventh in the boys’ 1,600-meter run (5:52.86). Cori Engebretson was eighth in the boy’s 3,200-meter run (13:27.28).

Team Scores Girls St. Croix Falls 219, Grantsburg 138, Siren 98, Clear Lake 69, Unity 44, Lac Courte Oreilles 10, New Auburn 2 Boys Grantsburg 142, Unity 129.5, Clear Lake 119, St. Croix Falls 99.5, Siren 79, New Aubrun 72, Lac Courte Oreilles 1

Kyle Levra hands off to Joe Espeseth in the 400 M relay which took first place at Siren.

Senior Kyle Levra long jumped 19’4.5” to win the event.

Kaylee Tolzman passes the baton to Montana Niles in the 1600M relay which placed 3rd.

Conner Schramski took first in the 200M dash at the meet at Siren.

Sophomore Montana Niles placed 2nd in the 1600M run.

Levra wins Long Jump at B-W Invite

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The Competition as stiff for the Clear Lake boys’ and girls’ track and field teams at the 11-team Baldwin-Woodville Invite on April 12 as the boys squad placed fi fth and the girls, 10th.

But senior long jumper Kyle Levra would not be deterred, as he won the boys’ long jump by more than 6 inches with a leap of 18:03.25. Sophomore Josh Levra took fourth

in the same event with a mark of 17-07.50.

Earning bronzes were the boys’ 4x800-meter meter relay team (Jake Doyle, Cameron Foukes, Kincaid Hughes, Croix Hughes, 9:44.31), Doyle in the boys’ 1,600-meter run (5:14.54), the boys’ 4x200-meter relay team (Joe Espeseth, Kyle Levra, Josh Levra, Conner Schramski, 1:44.98), the boys’ 4x100-meter relay team (Espeseth, Kyle Levra, Josh Levra, Conner Schramski, 48.56 sec-

onds) and Clara Pearson in the girls’ 3,200-meter run (15:20.20).

Grabbing fourth was Emma Eggert in the girls’ 400-meter dash (1:10.35), Conner Schramski in the boys’ 200-meter dash (25.08 seconds) A fi fth-place finish was had by the boys’ 4x400-meter relay team (Kevin Catts, Ian Ruble, Brandtsen Laursen, Evan Rogers, 4:26.52) and David Benson in the boys’ shot put (36-10).

Nabbing sixth place was Sean Singh in the boys’ 100-meter hurdles (20.04 seconds), Montana Niles in the girls’ 1,600-meter run (6:37.70) and Cameron Fouks in the boys’ 800 meter run (2:24.83) Occupying the No. 7 spot was Ian Ruble in the boys’ 400-meter dash (59.55 seconds) and the girls’ 4x400-meter relay team (Montana Niles, Gabby Loenser, Aleena Krueger, Emma Eggert, 5:13.64)

Placing eighth were the girls 4x800-meter relay team (Krueger, Loenser, Clara Pearson, Niles, 12:05.61) and girls’ 4x800-meter relay team (Elaine Ullrich, Aubree Schramski, Gina Strenke, Reea Kannonmaa, 1:01.39) Team Scores Girls Hayward 131, Ellsworth 100, Baldwin-Woodville 95, Eau Claire Regis 81, Glenwood City 75, Boyceville 75, Elmwood-Plum

City 45, Cumberland 36, Spring Valley 25, Clear lake 19, Chippewa Valley Running Club 2 Boys Ellsworth 251, Baldwin-Woodville 82, Eau Claire Regis 77, Elmwood-Plum City 61, Clear Lake 60, Hayward 60, Glenwood City 59, Spring Valley 57, Boyceville 45, Cumberland 40, Chippewa Valley Running Club 2

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Warrior Golfers place sixth at 24-team Invite

Oman, Espinosa earn wins in team loss to River Falls

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Kolten Espinosa returns a shot.

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery’s boys’ tennis team suffered a tough 2-5 loss in a dual against River Falls on on April 12. The Warriors had to work hard for their two wins as No. 2 singles player Tommy Oman had to come-from-behind to win his match 2-6, 7-5, 6-3.

“It was gratifying to see Tommy push through a difficult start to hang on and earn a win,” said

Tommy Oman serving

Amery Coach Kevin Olson.

At No. 4 singles, Kolten Espinosa won in straight sets, 6-3, 6-3.

“Kolten moved well, including getting up to the net where he smothered his opponent’s shots,” Olson said.

No. 3 singles player Sabin Coy had the next best shot, falling 4-6, 2-6. Over the remaining four matches, Amery won just five games.

“Sabin Coy started out strong and was competitive for most of

his 3 singles match,” Olson said.

“Noah Rademaker played well in his 1 Singles match, using good strategy and court coverage to keep him in most of the points, though winning games proved to be difficult against a very experienced opponent. … It was a tough day for our doubles teams. There were some exciting points but not enough to win many games. Our doubles play should improve as we gain more experience.”

Amery’s boys’ golf team competed at the two-day, 24-team Pheasant Hills/Bristol Ridge Invite on Friday and Saturday, posting a sixth-place team score of 713. Thomas Christensen led the Warriors with an eighth-place individual finish and total score of 164. Christensen shot an 84 at Pheasant Hills and followed with an 80 at Bristol Ridge.

David Olson shot a 91 at both courses to finish at 182 (35th place). Dalton Rademaker rebounded from a 96 on Friday to shoot an 87 on Saturday and finish with a total score of 183 (36th place). James Lindquist and Ethan Panek each had a two-day total of 189.

River Falls took the team title while Grantsburg’s Jordan Knutson defended his individual title, topping the field of 105 golfers with a score of 150.

Team Scores River Falls 659, Bloomer 668, Hudson 669, Somerset 683, Spring Valley 709, Amery 713, New Richmond 709, Tomah 736, Glenwood City 745, Mondovi 746, Baldwin-Woodville 747, Durand 764, Ellsworth 773, Colfax 790, Prescott 807, Siren/Webster 840, Altoona 857, Clear Lake 910, Osceola 927, Fall Creek 969, Cadott DNF, Grantsburg NA

Christensen third at Somerset

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The Amery boys’ golf team placed fourth at the April 12 Somerset Invite with a team score 187.

Somerset was the team champion, finishing in 176 strokes.

Highlighting the individual performances was a third-place effort by Thomas Christensen, who was three strokes behind champion Drew Malecek of St. Croix Central, with a score of 41. David Olson shot a 45 to finish in a three-way tie for seventh place.

Ethan Panek was Amery’s No. 3 finisher, placing 19th with a score of 50 strokes. Dalton Rademaker was 23rd at 51, and James Lindquist took the No. 29 spot with a score of 55.

Team Scores Somerset 176, New Richmond 180, Baldwin-Woodville 184, Amery 187, St. Croix Central 199, Ellsworth 200, Prescott 212, Osceola 229

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Shayan Tavanae defends against Baldwin-Woodville. The Warriors kept the Blackhawks from scoring in a 3-0 match at home.

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Kaylie Johnson works the ball downfield against Baldwin-Woodville

Warriors hold Blackhawks scoreless

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Kaylie Johnson played a role in all three goals in the April 12 girls’ soccer game between Amery and Baldwin-Woodville, in which the Warriors claimed a 3-0 shutout victory.

All three goals were scored in

the second half, starting with a Johnson goal off assists by Lilly Soderberg and Jillian Jensen.

Johnson served up a cross to Allison Oman for a header goal to give Amery a 2-0 lead than Johnson scored unassisted to close out the scoring.

Alexa Diekman tallied four saves in the Amery goal to pre-

serve the shutout.

Amery’s Junior Varsity team also defeated B-W by a 3-0 score as Madison Deleon and Olivia Braaten each scored in the first half and Hannah Zinn added a second half goal. Oman earned an assist on the game’s first goal

by Deleon.

Hunter Marko and Westin Ingham both earned All American recognition at the Cliff Keen Folkstyle Nationals. Hunter placed second and Westin placed seventh. There were over 1,500 wresters and 36 states represented at the tournament held in Cedar Falls, Iowa on April 1st-3rd, 2016.

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Amery softball demolishes Barron on the road

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

MARK BELL|BARRON NEWS-SHIELD

The Amery Warrior softball team extended it season opening winning streak to three games on April 7 when it defeated Barron, 183. Again, it was Madelyn Granica taking the mound in the winning effort. Granica struck out eight batters and walked seven in seven innings.

Three Warriors each scored three runs, and three scored twice.

Leading the offense was Dani Meyer who hit 2-for-3 with a double, three runs and three RBI. Granica was 2-for-4 with three runs and three RBI, and Myah Carlson hit 2-for-5 with a double, two runs and two RBI. Abby Schmidt added three runs on 1-for-2 hitting while Brianna Wundrow and Rachel Fouks each scored twice on one hit apiece.

Fouks also finished with two RBI. Alyssa Koehler was a perfect 1-for-1 at the plate and padded her stats with two RBI and one run.

Winning pitcher Madelyn Granica winds up during the game against Barron.

Granica struck out eight batters in the game.

New Richmond shuts out undefeated Warriors

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The hot streak had to come to an end sometime, and April 14 was that day for the Amery softball team, which opened the 2016 with five straight victories before running into the New Richmond Tigers. The Warriors (5-1), who won four of their first five games by at least 10 runs, found themselves shutout by the Tigers, 5-0, at home on Thursday.

Madelyn Granica took the loss after striking out 10 batters and allowing two hits and 10 walks in seven innings. New Richmond answered Granica’s effort by pitching a no-hitter that included just two walks and 13 strikeouts.

Warriors club Eagles, 13-3

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery’s softball team, fueled by a big season opening win, kept its momentum rolling into its second game of the season on April 4, when it defeated the Unity Eagles 13-3 in a non-conference showdown. The Warriors outhit the Eagles 10-1 in the 5-inning contest while pitcher Madelyn Granica recorded her second win.

Granica struck out 13 batters and walked 10.

At the plate, Katlyn Fouks had a stellar night, going 3-for-3 with a double, three runs and an RBI. Myah Carlson went 2-for-4 with two runs scored and two RBI. Alyssa Koehler hit 2-for-4 and picked up four RBI. Brianna Wundrow tallied three RBI and two runs on 1-for-3 hitting, and Erica Elmer scored four times and drove in one run on 1-for-1 batting.

Granica hit 1-for-4 with a triple.

Granica drives home fifth straight Warrior win

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Following a nailbiter win over River Falls the night before, Amery’s softball team (5-0) returned to its dominant ways on April 12 when it disposed of Frederic, 12-2, in five innings.

The game featured just seven total hits and no errors.

Madelyn Granica earned her fourth win of the year, striking out seven batters while walking 10 and allowing one hit. She also led the team offensively, hitting 2-for-3 with a home run, three runs and an RBI. Katlyn Fouks also hit 2-for-3, including a triple, and scored two runs.

Erica Elmer scored three runs on 0-for-2 batting. Myah Carlson scored twice and had one RBI while hitting 0-for-2. Brianna Wundrow drove in two runs despite hitting 0-for-2. And Dani Meyer earned two RBI on 1-for-3 batting.

The Warriors were walked eight times.

Warriors off to 4-0 start

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

For the first time all season, Amery’s softball team found close competition when it faced River Falls in River Falls on April 11.

In the Amery’s first three games of the 2016 season, no team was closer than 10 run; but against the Wildcats, the Warriors were forced to work to keep their undefeated streak alive with a 14-11

road victory.

Madelyn Granica and Laura Simonson split time on the mound with Simonson earning her first win of the year. In 3 1/3 innings, Simonson scattered seven hits, four runs and seven walks.

Granica, who pitched 3 2/3 innings racked up eight strikeouts while giving up eight walks, six hits and six runs for the save.

River Falls actually outhit Amery 12-11 and had no errors

while the Warriors committed five errors. But when push came to shove, the Warriors did what was needed to claim the “W.” Myah Carlson was a force at the plate, hitting 3-for-5 with a double, two RBI and one run. Granica hit 2-for-3 with a home run, three RBI and three runs, and Erica Elma tallied two RBI and two runs on 2-for-5 hitting.

Clear Lake 6th Grade Boys State Champs The Clear Lake 6th Grade boys competed in Green Bay On April 9-10th in the State Championship.

They finished the weekend with a record of 6-1 and won the Division 4/5 State Championship. In pool play they defeated Winnebago Lutheran 49-39 and Wabeno 52-47.

Their lone loss came in a close game to Kewaunee 52-49. On Saturday evening they defeated last year’s state champion Iola-Scandinavia 42-28 to reach the championship bracket going into Sunday. The boys faced a very physical Mineral Point team on Sunday morning and won a hard fought game 46-39.

In the second game of the day they had to come from behind to defeat

Darlington 37-33. In the championship game the opponent was a familiar foe Aquinas. Aquinas had beaten Clear Lake in late December so the Warriors were looking to even the score. The game went back and forth throughout and at the end of regulation the

two teams were tied. In Overtime we were able to hit our free throws down the stretch and the Warriors pulled off a win 44-41. All three opponents on Sunday were undefeated coming into their game with the Warriors. There were a total of 22 teams in their

division.

The Warriors finished the season with a record of 26-3. Their three losses were to Lacrosse Aquinas, Onalaska and Kewaunee.

Congratulations to the boys on a great season.

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COOKING WORLD Tidbit: The grand essentials to happiness in this life are: Something to do, something to love and someCarolyn Lumsden thing to hope for. (Joseph Addison, English Writer and Statesman) 715-483-9738 This is from the famous chicken chain. If you liked the original recipe, you should like this combination of spices.

COPYCAT ORIGINAL-STYLE CHICKEN You will need 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces and 2 quarts of oil for deep frying.

Combine in bowl: 1 T. paprika 2 tsp. onion salt 1 tsp. chili powder 1 tsp. black pepper 1/2 tsp. celery salt 1/2 tsp. dried sage 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1/2 tsp. ground allspice 1/2 tsp. dried oregano 1/2 tsp. dried basil 1/2 tsp. dried marjoram Add and stir well to combine: 1-1/2 c. flour 1 T. brown sugar 1 T. kosher salt Heat the oil for deep frying to 350°.

Put into a shallow bowl: 1 lightly beaten egg white Dip each piece of chicken into the egg white, then into the flour/spice mixture until well coated. Put onto a tray to sit for 5 minutes to dry just a little.

Fry the chicken in batches. Breast and wings will take 12-14 minutes. Thighs and legs will take a little longer. Be sure to check doneness with a meat thermometer and temp should be at least 165° for the meat to be done. If you like a bit more done, watch closely so pieces don’t get too dark. When removing pieces from the frying oil, put them on paper towels to drain.

New asparagus is available now in the stores.

This recipe combines cooked chicken with asparagus for a good-tasting meal.

CHICKEN ASPARAGUS GRATIN In a smaller bowl, mix together: 3 c. cubed day-old bread 1 c. shredded white Cheddar Cheese 1/4 c. melted butter Put half of this mixture into a greased/sprayed 9x13” glass baking dish.

Trim and wash: 1 bunch fresh asparagus, then chop (should be about 2 c.)

In a larger skilled, sauté (or steam) until almost cooked but slightly crisp: The chopped asparagus Put the cooked asparagus over the bread mixture.

In same skillet, sauté until browned: 1/4 c. melted butter 1/2 c. chopped onion (1 medium) Stir in, then cook and stir for about 1 minute: 1/2 c. flour 2 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. pepper Gradually add, cooking and stirring for about 5 minutes or until smooth and thick: 3 c. milk Add and stir until combined: 2 c. diced cooked chicken Spread chicken mixture over the asparagus mixture.

Sprinkle evenly over the top: The rest of the bread mixture.

Bake at 350° for 25 minutes or until crumbs are browned. Serves 4-6.

This is a new recipe that has been modified from a cake made by Mary Todd Lincoln. It is said this kind of cake was President Lincoln’s favorite cake.

LINCOLN’S PRESIDENTIAL CAKE Beat together in large bowl until creamy: 1 c. butter, softened 2 c. sugar Combine and add to the butter mixture, alternating with 1 c. milk: 2 c. flour 3 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt Beat until well combined and add: 1 tsp. vanilla 1 c. finely chopped almonds (resembling coarse flour) In medium bowl, beat until stiff: 6 egg whites Fold the beaten egg whites into the batter.

Spoon evenly into a well sprayed bundt pan.

Bake at 350° for 55-60 minutes or until done (toothpick test). Let cool in pan on wire rack for 15 minute, then invert cake onto a serving plate/platter.

Remove lid from a can (16 oz.) of vanilla frosting and microwave for 20-30 seconds or until pourable.

Drizzle frosting over the cake and sprinkle with 2 T. sliced almonds.

These bars begin with Golden Graham cereal. It makes a 9x13” baking pan and does not require baking.

GOLDEN GRAHAMS S’MORES Butter a 9x13” baking pan.

Measure 8 c. Golden Graham cereal into a large bowl.

Microwave on high together: 5 c. mini marshmallows 1-1/2 c. milk chocolate chips 1/4 c. light corn syrup 5 T. butter Stir often while microwaving until melted and smooth when stirred.

Stir in: 1 tsp. vanilla Pour over the cereal and quickly toss until completely coated.

Stir in: 1 c. mini marshmallows, if desired Press mixture evenly in pan, using buttered back of spoon or your hands. Let stand, uncovered, for at least 1 hour or refrigerate if you want a firmer bar.

Store any leftover bars at room temp, covered, for up to 2 days. Hint: Add some nuts or chocolate covered candies for a variation.

Strawberries are here and these muffins contain them.

LEMON-STRAWBERRY MUFFINS Combine in large bowl: 2-1/2 c. self-rising flour 1 c. sugar Make a well in the center.

Combine: 1 container (8 oz.) sour cream 1/2 c. butter, melted 1 T lemon zest 1/4 c. fresh lemon juice 2 large eggs, lightly beaten Add this mixture to the flour mixture and mix until just moistened.

Stir in: 1-1/2 c. diced fresh strawberries.

Spoon batter into 12 sprayed/greased or lined muffin cups.

Sprinkle a bit of sugar over each muffin.

Bake at 400° for 16-18 minutes or until golden and done (toothpick test).

Cool in pans on wire rack for about 10 minutes and then remove from the pans. Hint: To make them extra special, serve with some Strawberry Curd.

Tip: To keep your salad greens crisp and good for a longer time, wash and dry the leaves. Put into a plastic container with a paper towel on the bottom, put in the leaves, then cover with another paper towel. Put cover onto the container and store in the refrigerator.

This will keep greens from wilting or being crushed.

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4:15 pm HS Boys Tennis vs. B-W, here 4:30 pm HS Boys Golf at Pheasant Hills 4:30 pm HS Track Invite at B-W 4:30 pm HS Girls Soccer at Somerset 4:30-7 pm Pork Dinner at First Lutheran Ch. 5 pm HS Baseball vs.

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Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Silver Foxes, 12:30 pm Bridge, 1 pm Grief Support, 1:30 pm German Club, 7 pm Alcoholics Anonymous 12-6 pm Red Cross Bloodmobile at Our Savior’s Lutheran church 4:30 pm HS Boys Golf in Amery 4:30 pm HS Girls Soccer at New Richmond

THURSDAY

Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Silver Foxes, 10 am Alcoholics Anonymous, 1 pm Bridge, 7 pm Alcoholics Anonymous

Community Center: 7:30-5:30 Rummage Sale; 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Pool, 12:30 pm Hand & Foot Cards, 7 Alcoholics Anon.

11:30 am Amery Area Garden Club meets at Village Pizzeria 4:15 pm HS Track Invitational at Frederic 4:15 pm HS Boys Tennis at Eau Claire Regis 4:30 pm HS Girls Soccer at Spooner 5 pm HS Softball at Prescott 5 pm HS Baseball vs.

New Richmond, here 6:30 p.m. Bingo at the Amery VFW

Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Pool, 10 am Circle of Sisters, 12:30 pm Hand & Foot Cards, 7 pm Alcoholics Anonymous 4 pm HS Track Invitational at Fuller-Symes Field 5 pm Amery Historical Society meeting at the Amery Library 6:30 pm Bingo at the Amery VFW 7 pm Lyme Support Group meets at Our Savior’s Lutheran

Community Center: 7:30 am-1 pm Rummage Sale, 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Silver Foxes, 9:30 am Polish Poker, 1 pm Bingo, 8 pm Alcoholics Anonymous 5 pm HS Softball vs.

Ellsworth, at Jorgenson field

Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Silver Foxes, 8 pm Alcoholics Anonymous 5 pm HS Baseball at. Saint Croix Central

9:30 am HS Boys Golf Invitational at Lake Wissota Golf Course 10:30 am Spring Salad Luncheon and Quilt Raffle at Balsam Lutheran Church 10:30 am Dedication Ceremony for David Earl Paulson Memorial Bridge at 40th Ave. & 110th St. in Black Brook

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SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS AMERY Monday, April 25— ES & MS breakfast: Scrambled egg/English muffin or mini lumberjack (mini pancakes and sausage) or cold cereal choices, grahams, fruit choice and fruit juice.

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

Elementary lunch: Deluxe nachos, black bean salad, garden bar, fruit choices.

IS/MS lunch: Deluxe nachos or chicken quesadilla, black bean salad, garden bar, fruit choices.

HS lunch: Deluxe nachos or chicken quesadilla, black bean salad, garden bar, fruit choices.

Tuesday, April 26— ES & IS breakfast: Assorted breads or Mini blueberry waffles or Cold cereal choices, cheese stick, fruit choice and fruit juice.

MS & HS morning break:

CLEAR LAKE Monday, April 25— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal, chocolate chip “Ultimate Breakfast Round”.

Elementary lunch: Cheese pizza or turkey & cheese wrap, salad bar, green beans, sliced apples, milk.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, “UBR” (chocolate chip), Pop Tart, sausage links, cereal bar, banana bread.

High school lunch: Cheese pizza or club wrap, garden salad, green beans, sliced pears, sliced apples, milk.

Tuesday, April 26— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal and “Scooby Bone” graham crackers or pancakes with syrup.

Elementary lunch: “Brunch Lunch,” cheese omelet, sausage links, hash browns, muffi n, bell pepper strips, orange wedges.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, oatmeal, cream cheese bagel, mini cinni, muffi n, yogurt.

High school lunch: Chicken Philly or barbeque chicken sub , roasted and fresh vegetables, oriental salad, milk, baked Lays chips, grapes, mandarin oranges.

Wednesday, April 27— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal and cheese stick or ham & cheese bagel sandwich.

Elementary lunch: Chicken noodle soup, crackers, PB&J “uncrustable,” yogurt

Assorted breads or bacon egg scramble or mini blueberry waffles or cold cereal choices, cheese stick, fruit choice and fruit juice.

Elementary lunch: Chicken tenders, dinner roll, broccoli w/cheese, garden bar, fruit choices.

IS/MS lunch: Baked potato bar (served w/diced ham), broccoli w/cheese, garden bar, fruit choices.

HS lunch: Baked potato bar (served w/diced ham), broccoli w/cheese, garden bar, fruit choices.

Wednesday, April 27— ES & IS breakfast: Mini pancakes or bacon egg scramble or cold cereal choices, grahams, fruit choice and fruit juice.

MS & HS morning break: Mini pancakes or breakfast egg wrap or uncrustable or cold cereal choices, grahams, fruit choice and fruit juice.

Elementary lunch: Hot dog, sweet potato fries, baked beans, garden bar, fruit choices.

IS/MS lunch: Hot dog or

cup, vegetables with dip, sliced pears.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, cheese stick, cereal bar, muffi n, bagel with jelly, ham & cheese sandwich.

High school lunch: Chicken noodle soup, garlic cheese french bread, or peanut butter sandwich, vegetables with dip, marinara sauce, applesauce, peaches.

Thursday, April 28— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal or oatmeal, blueberry or chocolate muffi n Elementary lunch: Mini corn dogs or chef salad, macaroni & cheese, steamed broccoli, carrots with dip, applesauce.

High school breakfast: Cereal, Pop Tart, pancakes, muffi n, sausage links.

High school lunch: Mini corn dogs or Chef salad, macaroni & cheese, steamed broccoli, carrots/dip, strawberries, blueberries.

Friday, April 29— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal and yogurt or Long John.

Elementary lunch: Sloppy Joe or grilled chicken sandwich curly fries, baked beans, grapes.

High school breakfast: Cereal, yogurt, graham crackers, mini donuts, cereal bar, cheese omelet.

High school lunch: Sloppy Joe or grilled chicken sandwich, curly fries, baked beans, pineapple chunks, fruit juice, milk.

Warrior burger, sweet potato fries, baked beans, garden bar, fruit choices.

HS lunch: Hot dog or Warrior burger, sweet potato fries, baked beans, garden bar, fruit choices.

Thursday, April 28— ES & IS breakfast: Breakfast pizza or UBR (Ultimate Breakfast Round) or Cold cereal choices, cheese stick, fruit choice and fruit juice.

MS & HS morning break: Breakfast pizza or UBR (Ultimate Breakfast Round) or yogurt parfait or cold cereal choices, cheese stick, fruit choices and fruit juice.

Elementary lunch: Cheese pizza, green beans, garden bar, fruit choices, ice cream cup.

IS/MS lunch: Cheese pizza or fish sandwich, green beans, ice cream cup, garden bar, fruit choices.

HS lunch: Cheese pizza or fish sandwich, green beans, ice cream cup, garden bar, fruit choices.

Friday, April 29— No school.

POLK COUNTY SENIOR DINING MEAL SITES Everyone age 60 plus is invited for lunch. Meals are served Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Check your site for specific serving time.

Suggested donation is $4 per meal. Please call the meal site 24 hours in advance for a reservation.

Amery 715-268-6818.

Centuria 715-540-2022.

Frederic 715-327-8623.

Luck 715-472-8300.

Monday, April 25— Baked fish, tartar sauce, cheesy hashbrowns, creamed peas, WW dinner roll, fruit in season.

Tuesday, April 26— Lasagna, mixed vegetables, sunshine salad, garlic bread, dessert bar.

Sites closed on Wednesday.

Thursday, April 28— Rosemary pork roast, baked potato, sour cream, green beans, 12-grain bread, cinnamon applesauce.

Friday, April 29— Sloppy Joes on WW bun, potato salad, carrots, fruit cobbler.

This week’s issue of the Amery Free Press contains the Annual Spring Section

Splemanslag will perform traditional Swedish music on Sunday, April 24 in Amery

Swedish Institute’s ‘Spelmanslag’ will perform The public is invited to enjoy the folk music of Spelmanslag Sunday April 24 at the Amery High School Auditiorium.

Spelmanslag is the fiddling group of the American Swedish Institute in Minneapolis, Minnesota. They perform the traditional folk music of Sweden, primarily from the region of Dalarna. Their repertoire includes traditional dance tunes such as waltz-

es, schottisches, and polkas.

They will be performing in the Amery High School auditorium on Sunday, April 24 at 2:00 pm. Tickets are $10 and available in advance at Chet Johnson Drug, Bremer Bank or at the door. The concert is sponsored

by För Alltid Svensk – The Amery Area Swedish Club and Amery Community Education.

Amery’s 18-hole Golf Course SPECIAL SECTION Tuesday, May 3, 2016

Businesses wishing to welcome golfers to KANABEC COUNTY Amery’s beautiful golf course please give Pam a call 715-268-8101, email phumpal@theameryfreepress.com

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AHS competes in Solo and Ensemble AHS competes in Solo and Ensemble On Tuesday, April 5, Amery High School music students traveled to Unity School for WSMA solo/ensemble contest. Students from both choir and band participated in this event, and many events qualified for state music contest which will be held at UWEC on Saturday, May 7. Congratulations to all the students on their great performances.

State ratings: Vocal Solos – Ondre Bleskacek, Meikah Dado, Elizabeth Hutchens, Kyle Root, Katie Bensen, Allie Hoyer, Ashley VanSomeren, Katie Zemke, Elias Boe-Parish, Grace Springett Music Theater – Meikah Dado, Elizabeth Hutchens, Savannah Cavaco, Meghann Knight, Allie Hoyer, Ashley VanSomeren, Katie Zemke, Megan Robertson, Grace Springett Barbershop – Katie Bensen, Emma Curtis, Allie Hoyer, Ashley

VanSomeren Girls’ Ensemble – Hailey Streich, Ashley VanSomeren, Allie Hoyer, Brianna Wundrow, Jocelyn Berding, Elizabeth Hutchens, Alicia Monson, Lilly Soderberg Guys’ Ensemble – Matt Wanless, Bennett Hellie, Sam Fornengo, Ryan VanBlaricom, Lane Christensen, Jakob Kastanek, Brett Swanson, Zach Swenson, Bennett Paulson, Dylan Johnson, James Baillargeon, Hunter Kuhn, Chase Measner Tenor Saxophone Solo – Ashley VanSomeren Tenor Saxophone Duet – Meikah Dado, Ashley VanSomeren Class A first ratings: Vocal Solos – Johanna Knutson, Brenna Davis, Megan Robertson, Canyon Schwartz Music Theater – Kyle Root, Jakob Kastanek, McKenzie Gamache Vocal Duet – Brett Forrest, Irving Sanchez Trombone Solo – Emma Curtis

Barron Electric to Present Energy Saving Ideas Barron Electric Cooperative will present energy saving ideas at a session on Tuesday, April 26, 6:30 p.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Barron. The Church is located at 644 S. 6th St. in Barron. This program is free and open to the public.

Have you wondered how much energy your clothes dryer or some other appliance is using? What does the Energy Star insignia on appliances mean? How much energy are your electronics taking? And how does Barron Electric’s community solar project work? Is solar energy an option for your home? These are just a few of the questions that will be answered at the April 26 program.

Melissa Klump and Kathy Robertson, member services personnel from Barron Electric, will entertain the audience with an interesting and fun presentation.

They will have free handouts with information on home energy conservation for attendees to take home with them.

Refreshments will be served. For more information, contact Gloria Dobberfuhl at 715-637-5579.

Flute Solo – Savannah Cavaco Class A second ratings: Vocal Solos – Savannah Cavaco, Jakob Kastanek, Meghann Knight, Emma Curtis, Brett Forrest, McKenzie Gamache, Irving Sanchez Music Theater – Katie Bensen, Emma Curtis Piano Solo – Jakob Kastanek Class B first ratings: Vocal solos – Kacey King, Kendra Tylee Girls’ Vocal Ensemble – Greta Eggert, Rachel Ganje, Megan Robertson, Maddie Jackson, Belle Meyer, Kendra Tylee Guys’ Vocal Ensemble – Elias Boe-Parish, Jonathan Ross, Irving Sancez, Jeremiah Sillman, Brett Forrest, Canyon Schwartz Oboe solo – Meikah Dado Class B second ratings: Vocal Solo – Ethan Smith Critique only: William Sizemore

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Balsam Lake —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 21 at 6PM at County Board Room, 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 County. Councils considered scientific data and public opinion when developing their preliminary recommendations.

The council has recommended a harvest quota of 7000, with 3100 private land and 0 public land antlerless permits available to hunters.

The council also recommends offering 1 county-specific Farmland Zone antlerless permits with each license. 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 17 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 2016 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.

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St. Croix Flyway events celebrate Spring bird hike planned at bird migration May 11-15 Tropical Wings will host several events throughout the St. Croix Valley that celebrate bird migration May 11 through 15. All events are free and open to the public. For more info, visit www.tropicalwings.org.

Watershed Cafe 99 North Cascade Street, Osceola Wednesday, May 11 - 6:30 - 8:30 pm An evening of poetry celebrating birds and our essential connection to wild places. Enjoy readings by selected local poets with special guests. Desserts and beverages will be available for purchase.

The Phipps Center for the Arts 109 Locust Street, Hudson Friday, May 13 6:30 p.m. - Reception with refreshments and silent auction. Get your photo taken with a live peregrine falcon and meet Costa Rican park rangers!

7:30 p.m. - Program featuring park rangers from the Riverway’s sister parks in Costa Rica, readings by Tropical Wings poetry contest winners, and performance of an original song by RiverCrest Elementary students.

Wild River State Park 39797 Park Trail, Center City Saturday, May 14 7:30 a.m. - Dayle DeClercq Memorial Bird Hike led by Sue Leaf (meet at Boat Landing).

Many activities, presentations, and native plant sale.

Tom Will, Migratory Bird Coordinator for USFWS will be the keynote. Visit www.friendsofwildriver.org for more information.

Millstream Day Burris Park, Marine on St. Croix Sunday, May 15 12 - 4 p.m. - Visit anytime throughout the afternoon for migration activities, birdwatching hikes and binocular demonstrations from Warner Nature Center naturalists and volunteers. See live raptors at the art bench in Marine Mill Site Park. Scavenger hunt, traditional raising of the Maypole, live bluegrass music, dancers, grilled trout and brats, and displays by organizations working on behalf of the St. Croix watershed.

Afton State Park 6959 Peller Ave S, Hastings Thursday, May 12 7 - 8 p.m. - Hear wildlife conservationist Carrol Henderson speak about neotropical migrant birds.

Friday, May 13 7 - 8:30 a.m. - Join park naturalist Linda for a hike through prothonotary and hooded warbler.

Carpenter Nature Center (Wisconsin Campus) 300 East Cove Road, Hudson Saturday, May 14 8 am - Early Morning Bird Walk led by St. Croix Valley Bird Club (BYO binoculars) 8 - 11 a.m. - Bird Banding Demonstrations 9 a.m. - 12 noon - Self-guided nature hikes, children’s activities, and welcome tent with information on birds and habitat.

11 a.m. - Guided nature hike and habitat talk by Jyneen Thatcher.

Ice Age Trail

Are you interested in putting a name to that bird song or that flash of color in the trees?

Join the Indianhead Chapter of the Ice Age Trail Alliance for a spring birding hike on the trail on May 15.

This year's spring hike will begin promptly at 7 a.m. and last about two hours. It will leave from the Lundberg pole barn at 2918 140th Street, outside Frederic. That is about three-quarters of a mile south of County W, or about one-half mile south of the trail parking lot 140th. Look for the yellow Ice Age Trail event signs.

Field biologist Robin Maercklein will lead our easy-paced look at birds of our area. A lifelong birder and biologist, Robin has been studying birds in Wisconsin since 1968. He has conducted bird surveys for University of Minnesota, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, Wisconsin DNR and others, including over 20 years with the National Park Service. He currently serves as Polk County Coordinator for Wisconsin Breeding Bird Atlas and is an eBird reviewer for five northwest Wisconsin counties. Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology's eBird is the world's largest wildlife database.

The Lundberg property is awaiting final state approval for acquisition by the DNR. The 250-plus acre property includes headwaters of the Trade River and adjoins Straight Lake State Park.

Bring water, comfortable hiking boots or shoes, insect repellent and an appetite to learn about the bird life of Polk County. Questions? Call Steve Brandt at 612-201-5953.

SELF HELP GROUPS Advance Directive Workshop. Who would make your healthcare decisions in the event you are unable to? How would this person know what decisions you would want made? Learn more about Advance Directives and how to complete them. Free Advance Directive Workshop will be held the first Wednesday of the month from 10-11 a.m. Wisconsin and Minnesota Advance Directives will be available. Call St. Croix Regional Medical Education Services at 715-483-0431 or 800642-1336 ext. 2431 to register.

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

Alanon/ADCH/Alateen meets every Thursday 5:30 p.m. at Clear Lake Community Center, VFW Room 122/123. Children and youth welcome. Open meeting every 5th Tuesday of the month. Renee 715-948-2249, Richard 715-554-7277, Teresa 612-636-3244.

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

Alchololics Anonymous (AA) Tuesdays 7 p.m. and Fridays 5:30 p.m. (open) at Clear Lake Community Center, VFW Rooms 122/123. Children and youth welcome on Fridays. Richard 715-554-7277, Teresa 612-636-3244.

Alcoholics Anonymous meets Thursdays 10 a.m. at Parkview Methodist church, Turtle Lake. Contact Mike 715-986-2457.

Alzheimer’s Support Group. First Wednesday of the month 10 a.m. at Amery Senior Center. Last Tuesday of month 1 p.m. at Good Sam Nursing Home. Sharlene Bellefaille 715-635-6601.

Baby & Me. Weekly play and discussion hour for parents and their infants (birth to 12 months). Wednesdays 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Amery Regional Medical Center, BirthDay Suites Waiting Room. Join at any time. No charge.

Breast Feeding Support Group. All nursing mothers and babies are invited to participate. Group meets the second Thursday of the month from 10-11:30 a.m. and the fourth Thursday of the month from 6:30-8 p.m. at St. Croix Regional Medical Center. An International Board Certified Lactation Consultant will facilitate the group. Call 715-483-0431 or 800-642-1336 ext. 2431. No charge.

C.H.A.D.D. (Children with Attention Deficit Disorder). Parent support group meets the fourth Monday of each month at Firstar Bank board room, Cumberland, 7 p.m. For info. call Pat Skinner at 715-822-8422 and leave message.

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

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

All groups and services are free of charge.

Early Stage Alzheimer Support Group. For the diagnosed person and their caregiver. Challenges in early-stage dementia will be discussed, along with therapeutic benefits of family involvement. Sponsored in part by the Amnerican Alzheimer’s Association. Meetings are free of charge and open to the public, held at the Amery Centennial Hall the first Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m. Call 715-268-6605 to register.

Epilepsy Foundation of Western Wisconsin. Call 1-800-924-2105.

Family Child Care Professonals Network. Meets the third Thursday of each month. Contact Beth Neely at 715-483-1482 for more information. All family child care providers are welcome.

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

Golden Age Manor Family Council meets the first Saturday at 10 a.m. on the sunporch at GAM. Grief Share. Have you lost someone close? Grief Share is a Christian based, non-denominational seminar/support group program that will be meeting at Centennial Hall in Amery every Monday at 1 p.m. For information call Bruce 715-268-2176 or 715-268-8360.

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

Moms in Prayer International. •Two or more women who meet regularly to pray for their children, their schools, their teachers and administrators. •Mothers, grandmothers or anyone who is willing to pray for a specific child and school. We meet at the First Baptist church, Amery, Mondays from 1:30-2:30 p.m. Contact Jen at 715-268-5408 with questions.

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) is a group for moms and their kids. Every mom who is pregnant or has children 5 years of age and under is welcomed, accepted, and challenged to meet her potential. Better moms make a better world! For more info go to clmops@hotmail.com and call 715-263-2665 for location/dates/ time.

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

Polk County Parent-To-Parent Coaliton, a network for parents of children from birth through adulthood who have disabilities or other special needs. For more information about meetings and advocacy support, contact Lynne 715-472-2002.

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

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

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

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

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

TOPS Club meets Tuesdays 3:30-5 p.m. at the Balsam Lake Municipal Building (under the water tower), Balsam Lake. Contact Nancy 715-646-1464 or just come to a meeting. TOP’s mission is to support our members as they take off and keep off pounds sensibly.

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

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

Western Wisconsin LYME Education and Support Group meets: fourth Thursday of the month (April through October) at 7 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. (No meetings November through March). Meetings are free of charge and open to the public. For info call Ann 715-268-2856, Paula 715-268-2035, Bonnie 715-268-9557, Sue 715268-6687.

Women’s Spiritual Growth Group meets each Thursday from 7-8 p.m. at 931 Pine St., St. Croix Falls..

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Badger Boys/Girls Clear Lake school delegates announced Term 3 Honor Roll Amery High School is pleased to announce the 2016 Badger Boys/ Girls delegates.

Isaac Gorres, son of Dr. Geoffrey and Dawn Gorres, will attend Badger Boys State June 11th -18th, 2016 at Ripon College. Bethany Marquand, daughter of Bradley and Tammy Marquand will at-

tend Badger Girls at UW-Oshkosh, June 19st - 24th, 2016.

Designed to train future statesmen and stateswomen in the science of government, the Badger Boys and Girls program has grown to over 700 delegates yearly. Isaac and Bethany are sponsored

by Amery American Legion Post 169.

Grade 12 A Honor Roll: Marissa Altendorfer, Hayley Bruce, Maggie Buhr, Kevin Catts, Teri L. Crosby, Seth Erickson, Hannah Fitzer, Megan Hammons, Mattea Lutz, Brett Moll, Alissa Roth, Ian Ruble, Nathan H. Stepp, Kaci Tolzman, Sophia Warner, Ariel N. Weiss, Alyssa M. Williams.

B Honor Roll: Adam Boardman, Claire C. Eckert, Zachary R. Elmer, Kyle Levra, Diane C. McCammon, Ashley Sempf-Juleff, Kaylee Tolzman.

Grade 11 A Honor Roll: Jake Doyle, Cameron Fouks, Tiana Frank, Reea Konnanmaa, Olivia M. Myers, Samantha Thaemert.

B Honor Roll: Ian T. Auckland, David Benson, Christian Briesemeister, Kyle J. Fritz, Abigail Johnson, Allen W. Kobernick, William Laursen, Haley A. Monette, Jacob D. Myers, Courtney K. Swagger, Elaine Ullrich, Kaysha Vinzant.

Grade 10 Congratulations to the Badger Boys/Girls delegates Isaac Gorres and Bethany Marquand.

Top row (left to right) are Bill Pierce, Don Fansler, Bill Hegg. Bottom row- Isaac Gorres, Walt Boerum, and Bethany Marquand.

Clear Lake Golf Course SPECIAL SECTION Tuesday, May 3, 2016

Businesses wishing to welcome golfers to Clear Lake’s fun golf course please give Pam a call at 715-268-8101, email phumpal@ theameryfreepress.com

A Honor Roll: Madeline Andersen, Hunter Brenne, Erin N. Cockroft, Gabriel J. Colbeth, Julianna M. Erickson, Samantha Hurd, Thomas Knops, Malena Larson, Hunter S. Levy, Camryn V. Lillie, Clara Pearson, Madelynn R. Powers, Parker L. Reindahl, Calvin Rosen, Sean Singh, Rhett A. Steffen, Regina Strenke.

B Honor Roll: Ryan J. Anderson, Lucas W. Kaczmarski, Mason T. Krueger, Shawna M. Larson, Joshua Levra, Montana J. Niles, Derik Robl, Conner M. Schramski, Grace Tolzman, Jennica J. Warner, Jessica J. Warner, Krystalaina R. Weiss, Noah P. Wieczorek, James M. Williams.

Grade 9 A Honor Roll: Bailey J. Blanchard, Korey J. Catts, Alexis B. Cuningham, Joseph M. Espeseth, Elizabeth K.

Grahovac, Jackson R. Heibel, Croix Hughes, Kincaid Hughes, Aleena Krueger, Kasey M. Larson, Katherine Petersen, Bailey K. Robl, Evan M. Rogers, Emma M. Schmidt, Aubree Schramski, Brandon Schwerdtfeger, Abby Warner, Megan E. Zimmer.

B Honor Roll: Tucker J. Bell, Marshall Cain, Jazmine B. Christiansen, Aries M. Cogbill, Jeremy E. Kuhn, Alixander S. Logan, Isaac Pearson, Mallory L. Pigman, Nicholas A. Sempf-Nyren, Jasmine Tucker, Vada A. Tulgren.

Grade 8 A Honor Roll: Abigail C. Aune, Jalyn Bad Horse, Kenedi Brenne, Nichole R. Catts, William C. Fitzer, Samantha R. Haley, Ryan J. Hayden, Samantha Kelly, Timothy A. Knops, Natalie J. Kreier, Michael J. Lillie, Peyton A. Lillie, Kiley J. Mott, Julianna J. Rosen, Maggie Rosen, Ivan M. Ruble, Jackson S. Steinberger, Rayne C. Vangsness, Jassmyn J. Warner, Madison E. Zimmer.

B Honor Roll: Taylor F. Atkins, Rayna M. Brandt, Alex J. Burbach, Rhianna M. Campion, Courtney I. Coulson, Carter M. Engebretson, Mason D. Iverson, Ethan Kirk, Elizabeth I. Larson, Cameryn D. Matson, Drew I. Niles, Dylan T. Schwerdtfeger, Colton R. Stahl.

Grade 7 A Honor Roll: Shane Larson, Lydia Mara, Julia McIntire, Ellen Paatalo, John Pearson, Kierra Pickard, Alyssa Renteria, Kaylee A. Sunday, Vivian M. Tulgren, Mackenzie Ward.

B Honor Roll: Mariah Anderson-Nelson, Hallie J. Carlson, Ashton Duden, Angel Guillen, Leo Hatch, Teagan Iverson, Joseph Knops, Joseph O’Connor, Molly Petersen, Sean Ritterpusch, Rachel Sanftner, Alexander St. John, Torian Sylte, Kasey J. Ziemer.

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Library Week’s First Baby Linda Millermon of the Friends of the Amery Area Public Library presented books and a book bag to little Caleb Paul Jurisch, born April 12, and celebrated as the first baby born in Amery during National Library Week. Caleb weighed 7 lbs 11.4 ounces and was 21” long. His parents are Kathryn and Tim Jurisch of Clear Lake.

BIRTHS St. Croix Regional Medical Center, St. Croix Falls Hazel Mae Nelson, 7 lbs. 4 ozs., born on March 27 to Travis Nelson and Britta Turner, Luck.

Theodore Jackson Fischer, 7 lbs. 13 ozs., born on March 30 to Ariel and Daniel Fischer, Siren.

Eastden Jo Hare, 7 lbs. 11 ozs., born on March 31 to Jenna and Joshua Hare, Clayton.

Jaxon George McKenzie, 7 lbs. 14 ozs., born on April 2 to Kelly Greene and Ryan McKenzie, Cushing.

Levi Nolan Kaiser, 8 lbs., 11 ozs., born on April 4 to Danielle and Craig Kaiser, Lindstrom, MN. Delilah Nicole Hall, 6 lbs. 11 ozs., born on April 6 to Samantha Grange and Charles Hall, Milltown.

Gavin Scott Harris, 8 lbs. 3 ozs., born on April 7 to Bailey Brookman and Todd Harris, Turtle Lake.

ADRC of Northwest Wisconsin Presents “Medicare 101: The A, B C and D’s of Medicare” Amery, WI—Knowing and understanding the different parts of Medicare is crucial as a consumer navigating the world of healthcare coverage. Whether you are new to Medicare, or have been enrolled for several years, the Aging and Disability Resource Center of Northwest Wisconsin invites you to join ADRC Elder Benefit Specialist, Jeromy Cox, for Medicare 101: The A, B, C and D’s of Medicare. Jeromy will discuss each part of Medicare, what each does and does not cover, and costs associated with each part of Medicare (including premiums, deductibles and penalties). The Medicare 101 presentation will help you better understand your options; making you a well-informed and in control healthcare consumer.

Upcoming Amery Presentation: When: Thursday, April 28th, 2016 Time: 6:30-8:30pm Where: Amery Area Community Center, Amery Includes: Free 1 to 1.5 hour presentation followed by at least 30 minutes of Q&A If you need transportation assistance please call our Transportation Line at 877-485-2372 at least 48 hours in advance (1 week in advance if you are new to our transportation program). For more information contact Carrie Myers at 877-485-2372.

Catalogs are available at the public library, any of the 4 schools, or other locations around town. You can also view and/or download the catalog on the Amery School website.

Pre-register for all classes and events by mail, in person, online (www.amerysd.k12.wi.us) or by phone. For more information call 715-268-9771 x220 or email commed@amerysd.k12.wi.us.

SPELMANSLAG is coming to Amery, co-sponsored by 'För Alltid Svensk' the Amery Area Swedish Club on Sunday, April 24 in the Amery High School Auditorium at 2:00 pm. Tickets: $10 available from Chet Johnson Drug, Bremer Bank and at the door. The ASI Spelmanslag is the fiddling group of the American Swedish Institute in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

They play the traditional folk music of Sweden, primarily from the region of Dalarna and includes traditional dance tunes such as waltzes, schottisches, and polskas.

Sweden's tradition of fiddle music goes back hundreds of years as well. Swedes say they have a tune for every occasion from weddings, baptisms, and funerals to dances, feasts, and holidays. For more information about the group, visit asispelmanslag.org Photobooks Using Shutterfly: Create an account and learn how to upload your digital images. The fun begins as you choose page layouts before adding your own pictures and text and design a fabulous photo album. There is no charge to create a Shutterfly account, store photos, or create an album, but there is a charge to print an album. Bring an email address

and 10-20 favorite photos, in JPEG format, saved on a flash drive.

April 19 & 21 from 6-9 p. WITC Fee $30 or Sr Fee (62+) $17.25. Pre-register for this class through WITC, www.witc.edu or 1-800-243-9482 ext 4221. Class # 26088 Catalog #60-107-607 Wild Mushrooms: Spring Edibles: Learn to identify, harvest and prepare wild morel mushrooms. Identify all forms of true and false morels as well as how to prepare them for the table. We will also discuss Oyster mushrooms and Pheasant's Back mushrooms along with several edible spring plants. April 26 & 28 from 5:30-8:30 p. WITC Fee $23.76 or Sr Fee (62+) $4.50. Pre-register through WITC - call 1-800-243-9482 x4221 or go online www.witc.edu. Class #25674 Catalog #42-806-410.

Boating Safety: DNR - WI law requires persons born SINCE January 1, 1989 to pass Boater's Safety if they operate a boat or personal watercraft. The certificate earned is not valid until 12 years of age.

May 9, 10 & 12 from 5:30-8:30 p.

Fee $10, pre-register with Amery Comm Ed. Hypnosis for Weight Loss and/or Tobacco Use: Hypnosis can help you control your eating habits and stop the constant thinking about food, overeating, and snacking. If you’re ready to quit smoking or chewing tobacco, hypnosis can help you stop immediately, without withdrawal, cravings or gaining weight. Bring a pillow or blanket for extra comfort. Monday, May 9 check-in at 6:15 p. Fee $54 for weight loss OR tobacco, or $100 for both. Includes session, CD, and a card to attend

Trout Unlimited will host April 25 meeting in Amery On Monday, April 25, the local chapter of Trout Unlimited, KiapTU-Wish, will hold a special meeting in Amery at the Village Pizzeria in Amery, 325 Keller Ave. N. Dinner is your own choice at 6:00 pm. The meeting begins at 7:00 pm.

The program will include a presentation by Jeremiah Fisk about the Trout In the Classroom (TIC) project in his 5th grade project-based class at the Amery Intermediate School.

Trout In the Classroom is an educational outreach of Trout Unlimited that provides aquariums, water coolers and filters and all the necessary equipment to hatch trout eggs in the classroom. Students are

able to learn about the trout life cycle and the cold, clean water habitat required for trout.

There will also be an update about possible stream improvements on Parker Creek just south of Amery. Come and meet with an enthusiastic group of people who enjoy trout and cold, clean, fishable water.

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

Teenagers are welcome.

It is not necessary to be accompanied by a parent.

future sessions free. Pre-register with Comm Ed. Knitting: Socks - Knit socks from the top down on either double-pointed needles or on one long circular using the "Magic Loop" method. You will have the option to knit a variety of sizes, including Christmas stocking-sized, as the method is the same. Knowledge of knit and purl stitches required; class will cover increases, decreases, and how to close the toe.

Contact Comm Ed for supply list.

Six Tuesdays & Thursdays, May 10-26 from 6 - 8 p. Fee $34 to Community Ed, pre-register.

Fly Casting – TWO classes offered: Learn basic fly casting through the Joan Wulff method.

The Fri eve class will be in the classroom learning the handson basics of grip and casting motion. Saturday will be outside and on the water. All equipment will be provided. Joan Wulff's widely acclaimed "New Fly Casting Techniques" book and "Dynamics of Fly Casting" DVD will be available. TWO classes: May 13 & 14 OR June 3 & 4. Friday from 6-8 p & Saturday from 9 a - 3 p. Fee $14, pre-register with Community Ed Summer Recreation and Athletic camps for youth! Wrestling, Tennis, Softball, Basketball, Golf, Volleyball, Strength & Conditioning, and more. Go to the school website, www.amerysd. k12.wi.us, and the ‘Community’ tab and ‘Youth Booster Sports & Rec’ to learn more. Or contact Community Ed 715.268.9771 x220.

Fairy Garden Where leaves were lying, brown, gray, sere, pressed down by snow of months from skies, warmed by sun , subtly disappears; enchantment creeps in, awes our eyes.

On a stem delicate as a hair, they open in a miniature row: white Dutchmen's breeches, pair by pair, laugh at dead leaves unseen below.

By nature's call, "Arise and bloom." they push dead and dry leaves aside.

With fern-like leaves, state, "Give me room."

Soon pure white with purple and pink abide.

As blue bell clusters crowd around.

Spring beauties pink striped petals state, a fairy land close to the ground, a small girl's eyes' fresh wonder rate.

How brief the show, rare to perceive, and, yet, the woodland overall, turns to a lace, hard to believe, a short-lived floral fairies' ball.

As violets of the purple kind draw attention, a royal dance dog-tooth violets, maribels we find, precious, not as in finance.

We marvel these posies we detect gather a few for someone, then, a back-looking view may reflect, little girls picking flowers once again.

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Gardening on Patios and in Other Small Spaces Even if you don’t have space to grow an in-ground garden, you can still enjoy fresh, nutritious home-grown vegetables this summer. All you need is a sunny deck or patio and a few of the other basics plants need.

U W-Ex tension Horticulture EduDiana Alfuth cator Diana Alfuth Horticulture is offering a class to get you started Educator and help you be successful growing vegetables such as tomatoes, peppers, beans, lettuce, cucumbers, squash and more. This class will cover container choice, soil mix, trellising, crop choices, general care, and disease and insect management.

And, if you do have a little space for an

in-ground or raised bed garden, we’ll talk about ways to optimize that space for maximum production. If all you have is a sunny window, microgreens may be your best option to grow something edible, and this class will show you how.

The class will be held on Monday, May 16, 2016, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Faith Community Church, 777 Carmichael Street, Hudson.

There’s nothing like fresh-picked, homegrown produce for freshness, taste and quality, so come learn how to garden in a small space. The class is free, but seating is limited so pre-registration is requested. To reserve a spot, or for questions, call the Pierce County UW-Extension office at 715-273-6781.

ARNELL HUMANE SOCIETY Huey loves to play ball. This one year old Black Lab/Newfoundland mix loves to play fetch. Lab Lovers everywhere recognize this overzealous fascination

with a tennis ball and use it to their advantage. In Huey’s case, a tennis ball is a great way to get his attention and keep it. No need to feel one-upped by a tennis ball; Huey will love you for throwing it.

At 115 pounds, you will be glad to have this tool in your kit. Huey is a large lad.

He plays fetch like a pro but will need the consistent reminders of obedience training. He is so enthusiastic that he sometimes forgets everything else. The perfect home for Huey will be experienced with Extra Large dogs and take this in stride, happily.

Huey arrived with the tip of a rear toe sliced off. The injury doesn’t seem to bother him and it has healed some during his time at the shelter. But because the injury is to the bone, the toe will eventually need to be amputated.

We are looking for an adoptive home for Huey, that is able to provide recovery care after his surgery. The Arnell shelter will cover the cost of the surgery.

Huey’s adopter will accept the task of his recovery care and many years of complete devotion and companionship in an Extra Large way. Come to meet Huey at the shelter if that person is you.

Huey wants to play ball with you.

Relaxing with a friend after the long work week is a great way to support the animals at Arnell Humane Society. It’s as easy as that! Join us at the Cedar Creek Inn, on County Road H just east of Star Prairie on Friday, April 22nd.

While you catch up with your friend over a crisp, cool, frosty one, you will enjoy the excitement of a shelter sup-

porting Meat Raffle. Win generous cuts of “Totally Grill-able” meat for the upcoming BBQ season. Everyone wins; your friendship, your freezer and the animals. It’s a no brainer. The meat raffle starts at 6:30 pm, hope to see you there.

If your Friday night calendar is already filled, you might be interested in the community wide Day of Giving, Tuesday, April 26th. This one day of online giving is your chance to donate to any of the deserving local non-profit organizations that reach out to help in your community. Don’t miss this chance to put your money where your heart is.

GiveBIG St. Croix Valley, is a once a year, 24 hour online fundraising extravaganza. Your donation to Arnell Humane Society will help us provide shelter and a second chance for homeless dogs and cats, reunite lost pets with their owners, and provide care for pets in need like Huey. Visit the online Arnell Razoo giveBIG page at: https:// giveSCV.razoo.com The official 24 hour fundraiser through Razoo.com, begins at 12 am and ends at 11:59 pm on April 26th .

Select Arnell from any of the three communities to make your donation.

AMHS has a $500 matching grant from Nestle-Purina, followed by a $2,500 matching grant from Arnell Board members. Help us use every cent of these generous contributions.

If you would like to give online before April 26th, select “one time” when making your donation. Your contribution will be processed immediately but will be included in the grand total for the giveBig event. If you would like to help us further, click the Donation Booster button and help cover the processing fees associated with online donations.

Last year we raised over $ 7,000 on this one day. We are hoping to reach $10,000 this year. Spread the word.

Help the animals in Your Community.

Ask your friends and family to consider giving on that day. All donations to Arnell go directly to caring for stray, surrendered and abandoned pets in Polk County and the St. Croix Valley. Give Big to the animals at Arnell Memorial Humane Society: giveSCV.razoo.com

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Rummage Sale planned for Thursday and Friday Spring is officially here and that brings on the Rummage Sales, and we are setting up for ours! It is being held on Thursday April 21 from 730am – 530pm and Friday April 22 from 730am to 1pm. Our crew will be starting to set it up on Monday and members are invited to shop early as we are setting up!

(It is one of the perks of being member!) We look forward to seeing everyone at this annual event!

If you have things you want to donate for the sale, please drop them off during our normal business hours. And remember, we do take items all year long! We do not take old computers, old TV’s or other old electronics (VCR’s, etc) We have a trip planned to see the Minnesota Twins vs. Tampa Bay Rays at Target Field on June 4th with some seats still available.

They’re not playing very well right now, but maybe they need us as a good luck charm! Win or lose, it is always fun to go to the games with friends and everyone always seems to have a great time. Cost is $50 for members, $70 for non-members, with the difference going towards your 2016 membership.

Excellent pavilion seats!

Bus leaves Amery Community Center at 9:30am for a 1:10pm game. We need at least 20 people to sign up and only 35 seats available. There will be chances to win prizes on the bus! Bus will drop off

at the front gate. Sign up & pay by May 16th.

Our May/June newsletter will be going out next week, and it is crammed with new events and programs coming up. We hope you will stop by and take a look at it. It will also be available online at www. amerych.com <http:// www.amer ych.com /> so you can check it out there.

Some of the things coming up is a knitting class to make “cup koozies” for your coffee cups, a writing class, a raffle, Sewing with Destiny (learning how to make a table runner for kids and adults), and a Fiesta party. We will also be starting up Cribbage on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 1pm, Bridge lessons on Tuesdays from 130 – 300, and Tenzi on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 13:30. And have you heard about the latest fad – adult coloring books? Well we have them here, along with colored pencils. So join us the 1st and 3rd Thursday’s at 1pm, and we will provide all the supplies for you to sit and relax with friends and chat while coloring intricate (or maybe not-so-intricate, depending on your skill level) and beautiful artwork. We will also have this on the 2nd Wednesday at each month at 6pm, where adult beverages may be purchased.

We are also offering ZUMBA with a “live” instructor Michelle Fla-

herty! We are very excited to offer this. The cost is $30 for 6 sessions and is open to anyone. If you decide you want to become a member at that time, the membership cost will only be $14.00, so you save $6.00! Come down and join the fun!

So make sure you pick up a newsletter and see all the things we have to offer, we have a full schedule! Some of the things require pre-registration, so make sure you check it out. And remember, membership for the Center is open to anyone 21 and older and is only $20/year. Your membership is very valuable to us and we appreciate the support.

Gary Snelling was first in pool with Carl Johnson bringing up second, Dennis Psick third and Gene Pribnow fourth. Wendell Anderson won the consolation prize. Mary Fisher was first in Wii Bowling, with Carl Johnson was second, and Dave Olson third and Sandy White fourth. Sydney Lund was first in Wednesday Bridge, Bev Kjeseth second and Pat williams third. Gary Snelling was first in Thursday pool, with Wendell Anderson second and Paul Seidel third. Les Peterson won the consolation prize.

Don’t forget all members are encouraged to come and join in the fun!

Thank you all for playing!

Have a great week!

Kari Fladwood - Director

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300 Cyclists Come to Ride The Gandy BYWALTER RHEIN

Beautiful temperatures greeted approximately 300 cyclists who came to ride the 5th Annual Mammoth Gravel Classic (MGC) on Saturday. The MGC is among the first of the spring gravel rides that have exploded in popularity over the last few years. Sponsored by CyclovaXC and the Woolly bicycle club, the MGC represents the largest single day of state trail pass sales for Polk County.

Riders were able to choose between routes of 30, 70, and 100 miles. A Southerly wind assisted riders through the first part of the course as they traveled North on River Road and to the sand barrens.

There, riders encountered deep powder sand which required significant bike handling skills to navigate. After traversing the Barrens, riders proceeded to Grantsburg for a tour of Crex Meadows and then meandered East until intersecting the Gandy Dancer State trail North of Siren for the return trip. Riders doing the 30 mile course did an out and back on the Gandy Dancer.

Businesses along the trail were pleased by the influx of cyclists. The barista at the Wren Cafe in Luck reported two lines of cyclists stretching outside the door and around the back of the building. The sheer number of cyclists working up an appetite gives a great boost to the area’s food service industry for the day.

Among participants was Dan Woll, the celebrated author of “North of Highway 8.” Woll has done bicycle events all over the United States and is no stranger to exploring Northern Wisconsin. Woll was stunned to discover so many great roads for cycling along the MGC route that he had never known about.

In his opinion, the course was beautiful enough that a business could be made of offering guided tours of the route throughout the summer.

The MGC is one of the top events for showcasing the St. Croix Valley as a tourist destination. The majority of participants made the drive from Minnesota, but some came from as far as Iowa. Many stay for several days and some could be overheard planning return trips even before the ride had ended.

The Gandy Dancer was in good shape overall, but there were a few sections where ORV vandalism had left major ruts in the trail. Riding on the Gandy when the conditions are wet causes the tires to sink into the mud, and cyclists are diligent about not riding in those conditions.

Overall, the 5th annual Mammoth Gravel Classic was a tremendous success. The weather cooperated, and riders delighted in enjoying in summertime temperatures after a long, cold winter. The MGC is looking forward to bringing even more tourists to the St. Croix Valley in upcoming years.

For more information on the Mammoth Gravel Classic, go to: MammothGravelClassic.com or CyclovaXC.com For more information on the Woolly Bicycle Club go to: WoollyBikeClub.blogspot.com

Cyclists gathered downtown St. Croix Falls for the start of this weekend’s Mammoth Gravel Classic. More than 300 cyclists participated in the event that represents that largest single-day sales for state trail passes.

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“We the People” The cast of ‘We the People’ – the musical will give final performances this Friday and Saturday, April 22 and 23 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, April 24 at 2 p.m. at the Clear Lake Community Center Gymnasium. Adults are $8, senior citizens are $7, and $5 for those 18 and under. Cast and Crew (left to right) are (front) Andrew Prindle, Javen Holzbauer, Tristen Mortel, Claire Eckert, Andrew Renteria, and Phillip Kraft. Middle Row: Diane McCammon, Heidi Paulson, Gary Hanson, Melanie Holzbauer, Jenny Bergmann, John Hazen, Melanie Cuper, and Debi Ahrens. Back Row: Kathy Williamson, Ben Wojcik, Lou Williamson, Jerol Johnson, and Brian Wick. Not pictured: Emily Roessler.

AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY Early release/No school Looking for something to do when school’s out? Watch and make fun of Reel Bad Movies, April 28 at 1 p.m. (teens only). Make Arbor Day tree crafts, April 29 at 10:30 a.m. Participate in a scavenger hunt throughout the library (with prizes), April 29 at 1:30 p.m.

Author reading: Nickolas Butler Nickolas Butler, author of Shotgun Lovesongs and Beneath the Bonfire, will read from his work, April 30 at 11 a.m.

Introduction to Shutterfly Learn how to use Shutterfly to create personalized gifts, including memory books, coffee mugs, calendars and more. May 5 at 5 p.m.

Our birds Following a screening of the documentary "Our Birds," Bruce DeLong will facilitate a discussion about the perils facing migratory birds and how Wisconsinites are working to save them. May 7 at 11 a.m.

Lego club / Maker mind afternoons Up for a Lego challenge? Want to make a pipe cleaner ninja? After School Library Club meets on Thursdays, 3:30 p.m.—5 p.m. Bring a note from home to take bus #11 to the library. Children under 8 years of age must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Preschool storytime Preschool story time is held every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. Interactive stories, songs and crafts are geared toward children aged 2-5 and a caregiver.

1,000 books before kindergarten and Baby book bees Start your children on the path to loving books and reading right from birth.

These two reading initiatives offer a chance for families to bond and ensure school readiness by reading books and completing various activities. Each program offers prizes at different levels.

Teen advisory board

Open to 12-18 year olds, the Teen Advisory Board meets on the first Friday of each month, 3:45 p.m.—5:15 p.m., to plan events, talk about books and more.

Adult coloring Color your way to calm. Last Tuesday of the month at 5 p.m. Supplies and light refreshments provided.

Book discussion group 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.

Tech help program Have questions about using your computer, tablet, or mobile device?

Need some help with Microsoft Word or Excel? The library offers tech help on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 4 p.m.—7 p.m. Help with basic computer skills is offered on Fridays, 10 a.m.—12 p.m.

Book sales The Friends of the Library Book Sale is held on the first Saturday of the month, 9 a.m.—2 p.m., and on the Thursday evening prior to the Saturday sale, 4 p.m.—7 p.m.

Friends The Friends of the Amery Area Public Library Foundation meets on the third Monday of the month at 4:30 p.m.

Meetings are open to all members and to the public.

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

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

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

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Community song circle celebrates six years Saint Croix Falls—For six years, the Community Song Circle has been joyfully singing songs that bring people together.

“I’m delighted that there have been enough people to keep it going

this many years,” says founder Lia Falls. Everyone from babes-in-arms to elders have participated. Though the Song Circle has changed homes a few times, it has been consistent on its date – the second Sunday of every month from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. At present the Song Circle is hosted by the Saint Croix Falls library, free but donations to the library are appreciated.

“The St. Croix Falls Song Circle is such a gem in our community,” says Tanna Worrell, a longtime community coordinator and Song Circle participant.

Like music itself, there’s a shape to the song circle. At the beginning,

people sing or speak their names into the circle, followed by a warm-up with the shruti box. The shruti box from India has a bellows and provides a note or chord through the entire piece similar to other familiar instruments with a drone -- the Scottish bagpipe and organ. After warming up, participants launch into a variety of songs that are simple and can be learned by oral tradition.

The songs are usually connected to the seasons, or a holiday such as Mother’s Day. The song circle ends with a familiar and uplifting song to send people on their way.

“I bring the songs, some experience, and focus but the circle creates what happens,” says Falls.

“People are free to try low parts or high parts, and move around. We sit down, stand up, and sometimes walk around while singing.”

Falls acknowledges that for some, two hours is long time to sing. “A person could just come and listen. People aren’t required to sing every single song. You might think it’s so beautiful that you have to just listen,” she laughs.

Songs come from around the United States and around the world.

The emphasis is on songs that are universally loved and offer common ground.

They include rounds, chants, and orig-

inal songs. Many of the songs are connected to nature, the cycles of the year, the seasons, and also connect people to universal meaning and value.

Ann Halla from Luck is a regular participant.

Says Halla, “I remember driving home after my first song circle filled with a deep sense of joy I had not felt for many years. I continue to feel that sweetness every time I’m in the circle.”

It’s really important to bring a kind of natural and unself-conscious singing back into our culture,” says Falls. “Most people sing in church and if they don’t go to church, they don’t sing with other people. With the advent of recorded music, the point of view is that you have to be a professional to sing. That’s a new idea.

The older idea is that we sang together to knit people together.”

Falls and her family have been living in the Dresser area since 2008.

“I think of myself as a community singer rather than a performer,” says Falls, who grew up in a musical family.

“My sister and I sang so much that our parents made rules such as ‘no singing at the dinner table’,” Lia laughs. Her father, who studied music and composition, played the piano daily. “There was always music in our home,” says Falls.

April ©4-1-2016

Good news, April is here, April has a lilt, a sound of good cheer.

Now comes the busy time of renewal, clean the yard for summer anewal.

Some have named their daughter April, it has a happy tone without fail.

We had a moderate winter, very calm, but April means that we are on the road to balm.

The fun of spring cleaning will begin, raking leaves, a real spring time din.

Get the place looking good for graduations coming up, lots of hope, a new phase of life to fill your cup.

The garden plot needs to be roto-tilled, some grow enough to have the basement filled.

Many prefer to grow veggies themselves, a lot better than buying off the shelf.

She also had some famous Folk singing cousins --George and Gerry Armstrong – known in Chicago Folk singing circles and for their radio show. “Every three years or so we’d spend a chunk of time singing with this folk singing family,” she recalls.

In spite of her early experiences, Falls was frightened to sing as an adult. “My level of fear was so high that if I was going to open my mouth and let anything out, I would cry. I can relate to someone who’s terrified,” she says.

That fear diminished when Falls studied with Barbara McAfee in Minneapolis and became licensed as a Full Voice Coach. She also graduated from Yoga of the Voice training developed by in-

Larry Phillipson is a poet laureate of Amery, Wisconsin

have to make it perfect.

But we do enjoy making it as beautiful as we can.”

Falls is a vocal coach for one-on-one sessions and also teaches Yoga of the Voice. She’s taught at the Compass Center in Stillwater, around the Twin Cities, and through Unity Community Education.

Upcoming The Song Circle will be part of the Earth Day activities at the Saint Croix Falls Library on Friday, April 22 at 6:45 p.m. Falls will also be offering a Vocal Sounding session as part of the Metaphysical Retreat for women at the Eye Atelier in Taylors Falls on May 21st. For the third year in a row, she’ll be leading song circles at Village Fire in Decorah, Iowa June 8-12.

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For those who don’t feel they can sing, Falls says: “Come to the song circle and dip in one toe. If you come enough, you’ll start to be able to carry a tune.”

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WAUKESHA, Wis. (AP) — A judge on Friday refused to reduce the $500,000 bond set for two Wisconsin girls accused of trying to kill their classmate in an attempt to please the fictional horror character Slender Man. Judge Michael Bohren denied requests by the girls’ attorneys to lower the bond amount. Both girls have been in custody for two years, and their families say they can’t afford to post the high bond.

But the judge cited the potential flight risk, noting that both girls tried to run away after the 2014 attack, and the seriousness of the crime.

The girls’ families, including crying relatives, and their attorneys quickly left after the hearing and didn’t speak to the media.

Authorities say the girls were 12 years old when they lured their classmate into the woods after a birthday sleepover and repeatedly stabbed her. The victim, who was also 12, was found along a road, bleeding from wounds that nearly killed her.

The Associated Press hasn’t identified the defendants because their cases could move to juvenile court, where proceedings are closed. The girls are facing trial as adults, but that decision is under review by an appeals court.

Slender Man is described in fictional stories as an unnaturally tall, thin demon-like figure that lacks facial features. He is said to live in a mansion in a forest.

Authorities say the girls hoped to live in that fictional home after the attack.

In arguing for his client’s release, defense attorney Anthony Cotton said in court documents this week that his client’s mental health has improved. The girl, now 13, has been diagnosed with early-onset schizophrenia, which is rare.

Cotton also said his client was sexually assaulted last year at the county detention center where she has been in custody.

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Make garage organization go smoothly Garages tend to fall victim to disorganization during the winter, when homeowners want to hurry inside and get some respite from the cold. As a result, many homeowners resolve to clean their garages come springtime.

Cleaning a disorganized garage overcome with clutter can be an all-day job, so homeowners would be wise to reserve a springtime Saturday or Sunday to get their garages back in order. Upon designating ample time to clean their garages, homeowners can then utilize a few additional tips to make the project go as smoothly as possible.

• Empty the garage. The first step when organizing a garage is to empty it completely. Old machinery and rusted lawn and garden tools have a way of disappearing in garages, and those items may remain there for years if the garage is never emptied. Once you have emptied the garage, you might be surprised to learn just how much or even how little space you have to work with.

• Clean the garage top to bottom. After you have emptied the garage, give it a thorough cleaning. Cleaning the garage serves multiple purposes. A clean garage is less likely to be overcome with dirt and/or critters, both of which can contribute to the deterioration of tools and machinery stored in the garage. In addition, you may be less likely to let a clean garage fall back into disorganization, saving you the trouble of reorganizing the garage next spring.

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• Group tools by season. Grouping tools by season can make for a more organized garage and one less likely to be overcome with clutter. Designate one corner of the garage for lawn and gardening tools and another for winter tools like snow shovels or snowblowers.

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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.

Floors 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

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Baseboards Though baseboards might not seem all that dirty, upon closer inspection homeowners might notice substantial accumulations of dirt and dust. Such dirt and dust many not be removed so easily, so homeowners might need to use hot water and a sponge to remove any debris that is clinging.

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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.

Bathrooms 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 win-

ter. If you have let that slip, prioritize such inspections come spring cleaning time.

Furniture It’s easy to overlook furniture when tackling spring cleaning, but dust and dirt can quickly accumulate on couches and chairs over the course of winter.

When possible, vacuum furniture to remove any debris that might have accumulated while windows and doors were kept shut, and shampoo any cushions or seat covers that don’t pass the smell test.

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.

Top 5 renovation tips to create more space in your home As real estate prices continue to climb, the cost to trade up to a larger home is on the upswing across the country, especially as markets remain hampered by tight inventory levels. As a result, more and more Americans are choosing to renovate their current homes instead of relocating. In fact, some forecasts predict that 2015 renovation spending could exceed the record of $324 billion set during the peak of last decade's housing boom. While the hunt for more square footage can be challenging, homeowners shouldn’t feel like a costly second story or complete addition are the only options.

Here are five great ways to create or optimize space in your existing home.

1. Finish an unfinished basement. A basement renovation can hold limitless potential and increase the resale value or income potential of your home.

Think about the possibilities: a home theater, office, spare bedroom, basement apartment or recreation room. The key to doing it successfully is to focus on what’s behind the walls, especially since moisture is a common issue in basements. Choosing the right insulation is critical. Look for products that are vapor permeable, dimensionally stable and mold and moisture resistant.

2. Create a more open-concept feel with light and color. If your home wasn’t blessed with towering windows, installing French doors and pot lights

can encourage light to travel more freely, creating the illusion of space. Likewise, choosing a paint color for walls, trim and moldings that is lighter and cooler in tone (think soft grays or blues) will help to reflect light and give the room a more open feel.

3. Remove non-load-bearing walls. Homeowners have the opportunity to rethink the layout of their home by removing non-load-bearing walls. Removing structurally unnecessary walls can make your whole home feel larger, improve flow, lighting and the function of your home.

4. Convert your garage into usable living or work space. For many homeowners, the garage becomes an overflow room for storage –– and is often a walk-in headache. Convert your garage (or a portion of it) into another living space, guest bedroom or home office.

Install carpet and quality thermal insulation to block outdoor noise and keep in warmth.

5. Choose furniture and accessories carefully. Adopt a minimalist’s eye. Begin looking around your home for furniture or accessories that overwhelm the space.

Interior designers recommend choosing low-profile or small-scale furniture for rooms with less square footage.

Dual-purpose items, such as ottomans with storage chests inside, are a budget-friendly way to save on space while staying organized.

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Homeowners understandably envy the award-worthy photo spreads in lawn and garden magazines, wanting to emulate those same looks on their own properties. Scores of designers and landscape architects are involved in the process of creating those amazing lush lawns and perfectly placed plantings. 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, 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.

• Hire a professional. It may seem counterintuitive to spend money on a landscaping professional when you’ve established a strict budget, but that’s one way to save money. Landscape artists or garden designers have the experience to guide you in the right direction and help you avoid potentially costly mistakes.

• 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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The dos and don’ts of backyard fire pits Once a rarity, fire pits have grown increasingly popular in recent years, as more and more homeowners turn their homes into private oases. Fire pits run the gamut from the very simple to the more elaborate, and the fire pits homeowners choose often depend on the space they have available as well as their budgets.

But even homeowners without any space or budget constraints should give careful consideration to which fire pit they ultimately install, especially if they plan to make that installation themselves. The following are some dos and don’ts of fire pits for those homeowners about to add this relaxing and popular accessory to their backyards.

DO confirm you can legally build a fire pit in your yard. Fire pits have become so commonplace that homeowners may think there are no regulations governing their construction. However, it’s still best to confirm with your local government planning or zoning offices if you can build a fire pit and if any restrictions apply.

DON’T proceed with the project until you have been granted official approval. Assuming you have the go-ahead to build a fire pit is not the same thing as knowing

you have been approved. Starting early could result in fines if

it turns out you aren’t allowed to have a fire pit. But you may also begin building a bigger fire pit than the local government allows, and that could be money down the drain later. Wait until you get official word before you proceed with the project.

DO build on flat ground. The fire pit should be built on flat ground to reduce risk of accident and/ or injury. A fire pit built on flat ground also means everyone can enjoy it comfortably and equally once the project is finished. If the ground around the pit is not flat, some people may be forced to sit crooked or lean forward just to enjoy the pit.

DON’T build near flammable structures. Build the fire pit far enough away from existing structures, such as your home, garage or shed, so flickering flames do not catch some wind and lead to disaster. Before building in a given spot, monitor the wind patterns for a few days by sitting in a lawn chair at the spot you ultimately want the fire pit to be. If you notice

the wind is blowing toward your house, you will want to choose another area for the pit so smoke from the fire will not be blowing into your home every night.

DO choose the right size. The size of your fire pit will depend on the space you have available, but even if you have a vast swath of space, keep in mind that professional contractors typically recommend building a fire pit no bigger than 44 inches wide. Anything larger can be unsightly and may not appeal to prospective buyers down the road. In addition, an especially large fire pit may result in potentially unruly flames that can present a fire hazard.

DON’T go it alone if your DIY skills are suspect. Installing a fire pit is a relatively inexpensive DIY job, but that does not mean anyone can do it. Ground needs to be excavated and the slope of the yard must be measured so the fire pit is safe and functional for years to come. If your DIY skills are not up to snuff, hire a professional contractor so your backyard oasis does not become a costly headache.

A fire pit can turn a boring backyard into a relaxing retreat. But homeowners must adhere to the dos and don’ts of fire pits to ensure their retreat is something they can enjoy for years to come.

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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.

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Extend the Garden Season with Spring Planted Bulbs

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Keeping your garden looking its best throughout the growing season and into fall is possible with the help of low maintenance spring planted bulbs. Plant them in spring among other annuals or perennials and watch as these bulbs brighten the garden, adding new life to your late season gardens.

Whether your gardens and containers are in full sun or shade you’ll enjoy the attractive foliage and pop of color that dahlias, cannas, calla lilies, caladiums and elephant ears will add to the landscape.

These easy care plants reward you with loads of beauty. Just plant, water and enjoy. Quality online retailers like Longfield Gardens offer the greatest variety of color, shapes and sizes as well as planting and care instructions.

Grow dahlias in sunny areas with at least six hours of sunlight for the best floral display. Simply plant the tuberous roots four to six inches deep with the stem facing up after the danger of frost has passed.

Use dahlias in a cutting garden or as an attractive screen along fences and property lines. Use the shorter more compact border dahlias, like ‘Gallery Pablo’ in containers on your patio, balcony or deck where you and the hummingbirds will enjoy their blooms.

Wait until the danger of frost has

passed to plant cannas in a full sun to partially shaded locations. Plant the canna rhizomes horizontally two to three inches deep with the growing point facing up.

Take advantage of their bold foliage and use cannas as a backdrop in the flower border or screen in the landscape. Use as a vertical accent in a large container or select dwarf varieties for smaller pots.

Calla lilies are another spring planted bulb that thrives in full sun or part shade. The speckled foliage adds color to the garden all season long.

Include these one- to two- feet-tall plants in the front or middle of the flower garden or as a vertical accent or filler in a pot. And don’t forget to cut a few flowers to enjoy indoors. The black flowers of ‘Night Cap’ teamed with the white blooms of ‘Crystal Clear’ create an elegant display.

Like the other bulbs, wait for the danger of frost to pass before planting them outdoors. Plant the knobby rhizomes two to four inches deep with the growing point facing up.

Add some color and plenty of wow factor to shaded areas with the foliage of caladiums and elephant ears. These tropical beauties thrive when soil and air temperatures are warm. Wait for the danger of frost to pass and the soil to warm, 65 to 70 degrees, before planting them in the garden.

Use caladiums to brighten containers, dress up window boxes or edge a shady pathway. The colorful leaves stand out amongst the greens of shade gardens.

Team variegated varieties with complimentary colored begonias, coleus or impatiens.

Include elephant ears in the garden or containers. Their large heart shaped leaves give a tropical feel to the patio, deck or pool area. Consider planting one, two or more to create an impressive welcome for guests or a bold statement in the landscape. They pair nicely with

caladiums, coleus and other shade loving plants.

Make this the best season yet with the help of spring flowering bulbs. You’ll enjoy the variety and late season color these easy care plants provide. Melinda Myers has over 30 years of gardening experience and has written over 20 gardening books, including Small Space Gardening. She hosts The Great Cours-

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Easy and budgetfriendly ways to add curb appeal Curb appeal can help a home get noticed in a bustling real estate market.

Curb appeal also can contribute to the aesthetics of a neighborhood for residents who plan to stay put, and many homeowners feel an attractive exterior is just as important as a comfortable interior.

Homeowners do not have to spend a fortune to improve the curb appeal of their homes. With these strategies, anyone’s home can take on a more appealing look.

Clean up A messy, untamed front yard can detract from a perfectly acceptable home.

Cleaning up your yard and home’s exterior is one of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to give the place a makeover. Cut back overgrown shrubs, plants and trees. Make sure the front door is clearly visible and that any walkways are edged and accessible. Store garbage pails behind a barrier and keep trash out of sight. Store children’s toys in the backyard rather than strewn across the front lawn. These simple steps can improve curb appeal instantly.

Spruce up the lawn A well-manicured lawn can go a long way to making a home more appealing.

If your thumb is anything but green, hire a professional lawn and garden service to help you establish a lush, green lawn.

Dress to impress The entryway to a home is the first thing visitors will see. Be sure the front door and entryway are in good repair.

A pop of color can’t hurt, either. If you do not like the idea of painting the door a vivid hue, dress it up with a colorful wreath or another decorative accent.

Carry your interior design style to the outdoors as well. Welcoming accents, such as cushioned chairs or potted plants, also add curb appeal. Consider painting house numbers on a terra-cotta pot and filling it with plants. The pot will be decorative and functional.

Rely on symmetry Symmetry is pleasing to the eye and easy to arrange. Use it to frame your entryway and throughout your property.

Symmetrical use of lighting fixtures, plants, trees, and decorative items really can have an impact.

Curb appeal can set your home apart from others, and improving curb appeal doesn’t have to be expensive.

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'Neighbors Helping Neighbors' June 13-24, 2016 Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity is looking for willing partners such as individuals, churches, civic organizations, youth, military, men’s, women’s and veterans groups to help your neighbors in need on Home Preservation projects.

• Do you have a home in your neighborhood that needs a helping hand?

• Is the home owner (family) a veteran, senior citizen, single parent, disabled or just someone who lacks the skills or tools to complete the work themselves?

• Do you have a group (men, women and/or teens) that would like to do “mission work” in your own neighborhood?

• Would you like to adopt a home preservation project for a family in your area?

• Are you willing to partner with Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity to help a family?

• Are you willing to volunteer for a day or more giving to a person in need?

If your group wants to adopt a portion of the cost of the materials and preform some or all of the sweat equity required for the family this would be a great asset and you would be providing a major blessing for the family.

Projects will be scheduled for completion between April and October of 2016, weather permitting. The projects must be located in Burnett, Polk, Rusk or Washburn Counties of Wisconsin. Homeowners must live in their homes full time. Trailer homes must be on owner’s lot or permission from the lot owner must be secured. Homeowner must have insurance on their home.

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Homeowners are eligible to participate based on factors such as the condition of the home, income, or a demonstration of challenging circumstances such as disability, illness or age that prevent them from doing the work by themselves. Qualifying homeowners contribute sweat equity by working side by side with volunteers to complete the work (if they are able), or an agreed upon alternative, if unable.

There are expenses and materials involved in all the projects and Habitat’s mission is to give a hand up, not a hand out. A payment plan will be set up with the home owner or the sponsoring group. If the June dates do not meet your schedule, check to see if other dates are available.

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Stock up on safety gear before your next DIY project Do-it-yourself, or DIY, projects around the house can give homeowners a more personal stake in their properties. Getting their own hands dirty when renovating a bathroom rather than paying a professional to do all that work gives many homeowners a strong sense of accomplishment while allowing them to learn a few things and save some money along the way.

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• First-aid kit: All homes should have a first-aid kit on hand, regardless of whether any renovations are in the offing. First-aid kits can help treat minor cuts and scrapes, but such kits also can be used to prevent more serious injuries from escalating in the time it takes to see a physician. When tackling a large DIY project, secure a well-stocked first-aid kit that includes more than just band-aids and adhesives. In addition to such items, a reliable first-aid kit should include antiseptic ointment, a chemical cold pack, cotton balls, eyedrops, first-aid tape, needles, sterile gauze bandages, and tweezers. In addition, make sure the kit includes a first-aid handbook that contains instructions regarding the treatment of common injuries.

• Eyewear: Protective eyewear is essential when working on renovation projects. Safety goggles may suffice on smaller projects, but make sure the goggles fit well, as loose goggles will still allow debris into your eyes, and that debris can compromise your vision and result in injuries to your eyes. If you will be welding, be sure to wear proper welding goggles with adequate lens shading.

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• Gloves: Hands also can take a beating during home improvement projects, so it’s important that DIYers find sturdy gloves to wear throughout their renovation efforts. While this may contradict the idea of getting your hands dirty, splintered, blistered hands are painful and susceptible to infection. Wear sturdy rubber gloves when using chemical cleaners or any products containing acid.

• Joint supports: Achy joints can make it difficult to effectively tackle DIY projects, so it’s important that you support your joints from start to finish. Knee and elbow pads can protect your joints as you spend time on your knees or crawling around while working on projects close to the ground.

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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.

Why 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 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.

How can I greenscape?

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

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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.

Learn more about greenscaping by visiting the EPA at www.epa.gov.

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Prepare cooling systems for warm weather One springtime task on homeowners’ to-do lists is checking cooling systems to ensure they are ready for summer. Proper maintenance of cooling systems is essential to saving energy and keeping utility costs down. Fortunately, homeowners need not be certified HVAC technicians to maintain their cooling units.

• Clean filters. Whether a home is kept cool by a whole-house central air conditioning system or window units, clean filters are necessary to keep the units working efficiently. Routinely replacing or cleaning filters is one of the most important maintenance tasks to improve airflow and increase efficiency. The U.S. Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy says replacing a dirty, clogged filter with a clean one can lower an air conditioner’s energy consumption by anywhere from 5 to 15 percent.

• Know the square footage. When replacing a cooling system, have an understanding of the size of your home (or room if installing an window unit). Determine the area

of the home so you buy a unit that suits your needs. Air conditioners use BTUs (British Thermal Units) to define cooling power. The more BTUs, the larger the space that can be cooled. However, homeowners do not want to exceed the necessary cooling power. This leads to energy waste. EnergyStar.gov can help homeowners find the right cooling system for their needs.

• Inspect system coils. The evaporator and condenser coils on air conditioners can collect dirt, even when filters are maintained. Dirty coils are less efficient at absorbing heat, so periodically remove the dirt. Outdoor coils can be kept cleaner by cutting back foliage from the unit to allow better air flow.

• Inspect condensate drains. Energy.gov also suggests making sure condensate drains, which take moisture pulled from the air away, are functioning properly. If they’re clogged, they may not be effective at reducing humidity in a home, and they may even leak.

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Some homeowners prefer to cover their condensers at the end of the cooling season to keep leaves and dirt out of the unit.

• Check window unit seals. When installing window units, make sure all seals around the air conditioner are in place to prevent cool-air loss.

• Hire a technician. Air conditioner technicians can be very helpful and will know how to prepare a system for hot weather. Technicians typically conduct multipoint inspections and measure such things as refrigerant levels and duct leakage.

Airflow through the evaporator coil also may be checked. If a homeowner suspects the thermostat is not working properly, a technician can verify if that is true and even install a new one if necessary.

As summer approaches, homeowners should prepare their air conditioning units for the busy months ahead.

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Make the most of mulching Lawns and gardens can often benefit from the laying of mulch. Mulch serves various purposes in lawns and gardens, and many experienced lawn and garden enthusiasts lay mulch to ensure their properties make it through spring, summer and fall unscathed.

First-time homeowners with little or no landscaping experience may not understand the benefits of mulch, which can be used to strengthen soil and protect properties from the elements.

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.

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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. Organic 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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Weekend renovation projects Some home renovation projects require the expertise of professionals, but there also are many ways for homeowners to improve their homes without hiring a pro or spending too much money. The following are a handful of DIY renovation projects homeowners can tackle in a typical weekend.

• Closet conversion: Ample closet space is a big plus for home buyers, but upon moving into a new home, many homeowners may find they don’t need as much closet space. Some closets often come with built-in shelving, and therefore, they make ideal spaces to con-

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• Driveway: If weather permits, repaving an asphalt driveway can be an ideal weekend project, especially if an existing driveway has endured its fair share of wear and tear. Many driveways can be paved anew in a single day, but larger driveways or those that have endured an extraordinary amount of wear and tear

may take a couple of days.

• Storage and shelving: Much like some homes come with an abundance of storage areas, others fall short of homeowners’ or apartment dwellers’ needs. Adding some shelving or finding some new furniture that can serve double duty as storage areas is a weekend project that can help clear up some space. Purchase some wood shelving from a local furniture retailer to mimic the look of traditional built-ins or replace existing single-use furniture with newer items capable of serving multiple functions, including storage.

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