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The numbers are hard to remember now for 82-year-old Irene Stindle. The number of stories she’s heard. The number of faces she’s met. The number of dollars she’s helped raise for cancer research. The number of years she’s been a part of Amery’s cancer-fundraising Stindle efforts.

Irene is this year’s honorary chair of the Sole Burner 2016, a fundraiser she’s watched evolve over the years—more than 30, she thinks.

But there is one number Irene knows very well.

Six. It’s the number of months Irene took chemotherapy after her diagnosis of non-Hodgkins lymphoma last summer. She completed her final treatment this past March 23 through 25.

That’s right. The woman who helped start Amery’s cancer walk/run more than 26 years ago and was involved in the jail and bail before that, who wrote a guidebook so communities like Frederic and Luck could start cancer walks of their own, who was even recognized and awarded by ACS for her efforts in 1988, now stares her lifelong nemesis right in the face.

But cancer has never met anyone like Irene.

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Better yet, they’re learning a lot in the process.

Carlson grew up on a farm in Minnesota, shaping a life-long love of building, experimenting, and designing. “We were STEM before STEM was cool,” he says.

STEM, of course, refers to an acronym promoting the nationwide initiatives of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.

Those of us who remember our

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Some say that childhood is a lost art, and electronics have replaced imagination.

But thanks to the dedication of recent graphic-arts professional turned middle-school teacher Allen Carlson, at least a few Amery middle school students are learning to play the old-fashioned way.

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mandatory shop classes from middle school wouldn’t recognize Carlson’s classroom.

Gone are the recipe-card holders and dustpans. Race cars, robotics, and 3-D printing are the new ‘Tech Ed,’ along with stick bridges built for strength, and card-stock prototypes of Amery’s newest roller coaster. These are the new tools for teaching Newton’s Law

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Governor Walker signs new property-rights bill in Osceola

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Adam Jarchow (R-Balsam Lake) and Senator Frank Lasee (R-De Pere), bars counties from passing development moratoriums and stops judges from deferring to the DNR or other state agencies when interpreting legal cases that could restrict property owners’ rights.

The law also bars municipalities from regulating repairs to buildings in protected “setback” areas near the shore.

Governor Walker said the bill “clar-

ifies zoning regulations and makes additional changes to protect the property owners in our state,” but locally the bill has been somewhat controversial.

In January, the Town of Osceola asked legislators to oppose the bill, saying it would limit the town’s ability to protect the health, safety and welfare of residents (see tinyurl.com/ z7lgj84) because township zoning falls under county regulations.

Walker said the new legislation “not

THE SUN Governor Scott Walker came to Osceola last Tuesday to sign legislation at J&S General Contracting. The bill (Assembly Bill 582 and Senate Bill 464), now Act 391, strengthens protections for landowners while weakening the power of local governments to regulate property use.

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She first got involved in the Amery’s Jail and Bail fundraiser in the 80s.

In 1989, when Irene’s sister was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor and passed away just six months later, the fight got personal.

Irene helped kickstart Amery’s run/ walk fundraiser when the Jail and Bail event plateaued, and it’s been bringing the community together ever since.

Her daughters, and eventually their families have joined a small army of volunteers to battle the beast. And by the mid 90s, Irene began to pass the torch.

This year, her granddaughter Danielle Andersen is a co-chair of event, along with Tammy Jackson.

When asked if she ever thought cancer would happen to her, Irene is honest.

“I think as you get older you think, ‘Ok, I’m going to die from something.

It’s getting closer, what’s it going to be?,” she says. “I never thought it would be cancer, because I do all of the early screenings, and have all of my mammograms and tests and yearly exams. So this was a surprise, yes. But not a complete shock.”

“I have met so many wonderful people,” she adds. “Committee wise, peo-

ple that I’ve walked with who I never knew had cancer. They would tell me their story, and you really developed some close friendships that way, and it was very rewarding.”

Though cynics might say that with so much cancer research, we should

‘I never thought it would be cancer, because I do all of the early screenings.’

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have come farther in the last 30 years.

Irene knows better, however. The chemotherapy that she was given is much more advanced than that of 10 or 20 years ago, and is much easier on the patient.

Now that she’s done, she admits it still hasn’t been smooth sailing.

“There’s been a few speed bumps.

I still have follow up screenings and consultations, but everything is looking good.”

No matter the outcome, Irene will leave the world a much better place than she found it. Her love for the

Amery community and those who’ve fought the battle before her is crystal clear.

“Everyone knows someone, a family member or friend, that has been touched by cancer. It is so important to have your mammograms, checkups, and colonoscopies,” she says.

“I want to encourage everyone to support the American Cancer Society.

Much of the funds from the Amery walk stay in the Amery area. I want to thank the Amery community for its support and continued interest.

Amery has been a go-getter area, and it takes a go-getter committee to get things done. They always need more workers. Everyone is busy, but this is so important that I would like to encourage everyone to give a few hours.”

Irene personally invites you to this year’s Soul Burner 2016, to help raise funds for the American Cancer Society. The event takes place at the Amery High School track with registration beginning at 8 a.m. and the walk at 9:15.

Registration information is online at soleburner.org/amery, or by contacting Danielle Andersen or Tammy Jackson at WESTconsin Credit Union.

Irene says that most of her friends wouldn’t recognize her after her six month battle, but that won’t stop her from being this year’s honorary chair.

Irene Stindle and her husband, Howard

She’s got as much fight in her as ever, and will be the first to tell you, “I plan to be there, come heck or high water.”

She adds her endless thanks to her husband Howard, and their three daughters Valerie Weyer, Marcia Frisco, Jackie Cardinal and their families for the wonderful caregiving and years of support of the American Cancer Society.

SUPERHEROES: The idea is gaining ground, future plans include bookshelves and games

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Amery Middle School Tech-Ed instructor Allen Carlson holds up one of many student-made racecars which will eventually be powered by a CO2 cartidge.

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and physics to Amery’s 6th, 7th and 8th grades. It’s Carlson’s second year on the job. And he loves it.

“I would say that girls probably have some of the best bridges and faster cars. Boys are a little riskier,” he says.

“I really try to make this experience be a feeder program for their next stage in high school.”

Carlson’s classroom is a favorite spot for Amery 8th graders Oliver Root-Holloman, Dylan Thompson, and Carter Cloutier. They’re among half-dozen or more students, who, given the choice, would rather spend study hall building something than reading a book. So Carlson began to let them.

Unlike some teachers, Carlson is fortunate enough to have the time. Halftime in his teaching capacity, he uses his prep time between teaching and driving bus to welcome kids into the shop.

“I feel blessed actually,” he says, “because otherwise it would be much

more difficult.”

So when the boys approached Carlson and asked him what else they could build, he dug through some Popular Mechanics magazines and found a project called ‘Old-school Scooter.’

“I saw this plan and thought, ‘I know we’ve got material we can use up.’ I went in my basement and dug up some paint. And all the material is left over odds and ends from high school projects,” Carlson says.

When they turned to the student body for old wheels from skateboards, word got out, and they decided the scooters would be featured in a race during Spring Fling.

It took the trio and a handful of other students about a month to complete.

“There was one really cool skill we learned,” Carlson explains. The boys had to wet the wood and make relief cuts to make the front of the scooter round. And wheel alignment was also a challenge, requiring test runs to get everything just right.

And superhero inspired design?

When it came time for painting, one of the winter’s biggest hit movies, ‘Superman vs. Batman,’ was their muse.

Oliver, Dylan and Carter each adopted their own alter egos of Superman, Batman, and Captain America—and have had a lot of fun with their new identities.

Building isn’t new to any of the three.

At home, Carter builds dog boxes for hunting, and thinks he might like to be an engineer. Dylan and his family helped build the team shelter at the soccer field. He hopes his future will include aircraft design. And Oliver?

He helps his grandpa build chicken coops, and thinks designing Formula One cars might be even more fun.

Thanks to the experience, student career aspirations aren’t the only things looking up. Amery Middle School’s study-hall building sessions are also gaining momentum. A teacher asked the group to build some bookshelves.

They plan to refurbish a ‘gaga’ pit for students to use during recess, and make some bean bag toss games too.

“These guys are all hands on,” Carlson says, adding “I don’t worry about

Above, Carter Cloutier demonstrates just the right amount of play needed in the scooter design’s wheel adjustment.

these kids when they’re down here with me.”

No surprise, Carlson, perhaps the biggest kid in the bunch, won the scooter race during Spring Fling. “I hope I can do this with next year’s eighth graders,” he says. “I have a plan for a go-cart that runs on two cordless drills.”

(Left) The plans for making an ‘old-school scooter’ were found in Popular Mechanics Magazine September 2015 issue.

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MAY 3 Swedish Club Meeting The Amery Swedish Club meets Tuesday, May 3, at 7 pm at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church on Deronda Street in Amery. Judy Remington presents a program on Swedish and American folk music. The public is welcome. www.foreverswedish.org

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River’s Rally 5k & Fun day Join the family of River Daniel Wheeler, who passed away at 6 years old, as they celebrate his life and raise funds for Faith’s Lodge, Compassionate Friends, and River’s Uplift. 5k run, 1 mile walk, and a wide range of family activities will be held at the Milltown Community Center at 8 a.m. Visit riversrally.org for more information.

Ladies Night Out

Plant, craft and bake sale

Amery Chevrolet Sponsors the 3rd annual Ladies Night Out from 4:30 to 7:00 p.m. at the Amery Chevrolet Showroom.

Enjoy door prizes, great vendors, silent auction, wine tasting, hors d’oeuvres, fun, friends and so much more. All proceeds benefit the Northwoods Homeless Shelter.

St. John’s Catholic Church at 811 Fourth Street in Clear Lake will offer bedding plants, hanging baskets, wreaths, craft and baked goods from 8:30 to 1:00. A light soup lunch will be served from 11:30 to 1 p.m.

MAY 6 Ridgeview Groundbreaking and Open House Ridgeview Senior Housing in Clear Lake will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for a 2.2 million dollar expansion. The ceremony will take place Friday, May 6 at 10 a.m. with an open house to follow until 4 p.m, and again on Saturday, May 7 from 10 to 4. Ridgeview Senior Housing is located at 390 5th Street NW, Clear Lake, WI. The public is invited to attend.

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.

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 2016. 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.

Register and begin taking pledges now. Visit soleburner. org/amery.

Election Integrity Speaker St. Croix County Democrats will host speaker Karen McKim from the Election Integrity Action Team. Meeting is on Thursday May12, 2016 at Ready Randy’s Restaurant in New Richmond, WI (6pm social) from 7p.m. to 9 p.m.

committed, and you can help solve the mystery.

Cost is $20, with great food, fun and prizes throughout the evening. Performances are Fri days through Sundays, April 29 through May 8. Fri/Sat shows at 6:30, and Sundays at 12:00. Call 715-268-7390 for tickets.

MAY 14 Bird Walk in York Park Amery is celebrating International Migratory Bird Day on May 14th with a bird walk through York Park led by Bruce Delong. York Park is a part of the Great Wisconsin Bird and Nature Trail and is famous for its warblers, loons, and eagles! Meet in the York Park Parking lot at 8:30 AM on May 14th.

St. Joseph Rummage Sale St. Joseph’s Catholic Church will host their annual rummage sale on Saturday, May 14 from 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The event will also feature a raffle, bake sale, plant sale and St. Joe’s cafe.

Farm in the City Day

Lake District Meeting

Amery FFA and Countryside Coop present the 6th Annual Farm in the City Day at the Amery Country Store on the south end of Amery.

Pancakes will be served from 7 to 11 a.m. A petting zoo will be on hand for children. And livestock education starts at 10 a.m. with guest speaker Danny Meyer, who will discuss how to show livestock and showing ethics.

A Spring Kick off meeting of the White Ash Lake District will take place May 14 at 10 a.m. at the White Ash Lake District Building. The new APM plan will be presented.

May Fair Event & Sale St. Croix County Fairgrounds, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.. Entertainment, dinner, silent and live auction – something for everyone! Proceeds to support capital improvements (Build Horse Barn #1). www. friendsofthestcroixcountyfairgrounds.com

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

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

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Amery Trail Days

The Dresser, Osceola and Garfield Fire Association will host a Mother’s Day Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, May 8 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.. A free will offering will be taken.

The event will be held rain or shine at the Garfield Fire Station in Downtown Wanderoos.

Polk County Master Gardeners will also be having a plant sale from 9 to 1.

Enjoy free admission to Amery’s Cat Tail and Stower Seven Lakes State Trails along and free fishing all weekend long, along with a variety of other fun events. City-wide garage sales will be held all day on Friday, June 3. June 4 families can also enjoy the pancake breakfast at the airport from 7 to 11, and other activites near the Amery Fire Hall from 10-2 including a petting zoo, free ice cream cones, car seat checks, lifelink helicopter visit, and bike rodeo starting at 9 a.m.

APRIL 29-MAY 8 Mystery at Mike’s Amery Congregational Church will host the mystery dinner theater presenation “Mystery at Mike’s.” Guests can come dressed in 1950s attire for dinner at Mike’s 50s Cafe. As the night progresses, secrets are revealed, a crime is

will include a 3.1 mile run/ walk on the Stower trail, a 16 mile bike on surrounding open county roads, and a canoe/kayak/paddle around South Twin Lake, and begins at 9 a.m. on June 11.

Pre-registration is $40 for a 1 person team, or $60 for teams of 2 or 3. ($50/$70 on race day).

Request registration forms by emailing admeyers@bremercom or stop by Ellie’s.

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JUNE 14 Kops & Kids K-9 Association Golf Scramble The Amery Police Department proudly hosts the 8th Annual Kops and Kids Golf Scramble. The event will be a two or four-person scramble featuring hole events, prizes, and loads of fun for all.

Registration begins at noon with a 1 p.m. shotgun start.

Register your team of 2 or 4

by June 3. Cost is $80 per player and includes dinner and awards. To register, contact Heather Hegarty, 715-268-3406, or email APD4121@Amerytel. net.

JUNE 17 Music on the River Amery’s first “Music on the River” of 2016 will include the newly contrstucted bandshell, and music by the Upper Midwest’s premier doo-wop, rockabilly and rock and roll band, The WhiteSidewalls. Come out for a free eventing of family fun including a car show from 5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in Amery’s Michael Park.

JUNE 18 Amery Art and Craft Fair

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The Amery Woman’s Club presents their 39th annual Art and Craft Fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Amery’s North Park.

View the works of more than 100 area crafters and vendors.

JULY 1 Giant Ice Cream Sundae Bring the whole family to Amery’s Soo Line Park to help consume a giant 30-foot ice cream sundae sponsored by the Amery Area Community Club. The fun starts at noon, and is free and open to the public.

JULY 15 Music on the River July’s ‘Music on the River’ features acclaimed country singer Chris Hawkey. The event is free and open to the public, and includes a car show. Join the fun in Amery’s Michael Park from 5 to 9:30 p.m.

Fun Adventure Triathlon Friends of the Stower Seven Lakes State Trail will host a triathlon to help with trail maintenance costs. The event

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Will she or won’t she?

That was on my mind when I went to start my lawnmower for the first time. I have a push mower that I bought brand new when Bill Clinton was finishing up his second term in office.

The feature that sealed the deal for me was that it was guaranteed to start on the first pull for two years.

Of course, you had push the primer button three times before making that pull, but man there is nothing like having engine fire on the first pull.

Publisher that I’m not a huge fan of lawn Tom Stangl mowing. I’m fine once I get going, and enjoy being able to take a visual inspection of the property, but nothing can put me in a sour mood faster than a mower that won’t start.

I believe I have inherited this attitude from my late father Arved, a.k.a. “The Chief.” The Chief was a hardworking man, laboring on cars and trucks for 10 hours a day at the local Chevy garage.

Our house did not have a garage or shed to store the car or mower in, so the mower would be kept behind the house with a galvanized steel washtub covering the motor from the elements.

The mowers the Chief owned were bought second hand and rarely started on the first pull.

When you are raising six children, some luxuries like a new mower just aren’t in the cards.

The Chief made do the best he could with what he had for a mower.

One of the last things he wanted to do on a hot summer night was mow the lawn. He stood on a concrete slab, in a garage that was not air conditioned, so when he got home at the end of the day, he wanted to eat his supper and relax.

My father was also a perfectionist, and even though he hated to mow the lawn, the last thing he wanted to do was watch one of his kids bungle the job as he sat in the back yard. He was trying to relax, after all.

So he would inevitably mow the lawn as quickly as he could as he watched neighbors with riding lawn mowers sit back and enjoy the ride as they mowed in style.

In addition to having mower envy, the Chief had to contend with fallen walnuts from the black walnut trees that were a source of constant controversy and border skirmishes with our neighbors, who wanted to cut the trees down. A walnut with its rind can be as large as a golf ball and will do a number on the mower blade as well as anyone who is unfortunate to be in the path of the projectile.

And then there were the metal clotheslines that crossed the width of the back yard. They received heavy use and had a tendency to sag to the point that you either needed to prop them up to pass under, duck or risk — you guessed it — clotheslining yourself at the neck.

After successfully circumnavigating these many obstacles, the Chief would kill the motor on the mower and retreat to his lawn chair, where he was not to be disturbed, unless the house was on fire or there was an impending nuclear holocaust.

I hope your mower starts on the first pull every time.

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.`

Tommy honored at alma mater

BY MATT POMMER

Former Gov. Tommy Thompson will get an honorary degree this month from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He is being cited for his dedication to the university and the Wisconsin Idea.

Thompson’s life is both a Horatio Alger-type story and a love affair with the university. It also is in stark contrast to Gov. Scott Walker.

He grew up a grocer’s son in Elroy, got bachelor and law degrees at the Madison camCapitol pus, and entered Newsletter a successful caMatt Pommer reer in politics.

The grocery store was a family business in which everyone helped out. Thompson worked as a campus-area bartender to help pay college tuition. Work came naturally to him.

He first ran for the Assembly in 1966, winning an upset victory in the Republican primary. He would tell how his father gave him $5 per day to help in the election. It was one of his favorite yarns.

Thompson said the best campaign investment might have been buying a drink for early morning patrons at taverns that were part of small-town Ameri-

can a half century ago The morning drinkers were likely to be there for much of the day perhaps extolling the virtues of the young man Thompson who had been there earlier.

He would serve in the Assembly for 20 years before winning his first of four terms as governor. He would later take a cabinet job under President W. Bush.

Republicans brought him back to the political ring in 2012 as their candidate for the U.S. Senate. He would lose that race to Democrat Tammy Baldwin.

But the University of Wisconsin remains Thompson’s love. He says the research gains will spur economic growth in all parts of the state.

As governor, Thompson provided extra state funding for the Madison campus to promote biotechnology and medical research.

Sixteen years ago Gov. Thompson came to deliver his annual State of the State message to the Legislature with a test tube of DNA strands in his hand. He called it “the face of the future.”

Thompson continued to play the university champion even after he was gone from the state political scene.

In a recent newspaper article in a Madison weekly, Prof. Michael Sussman, director of the UW-Madison Biotechnology Center, recalled the then-governor

spent hours with him learning how DNA works.

“My experience with Tommy was amazing, I had never worked with a Republican in my life,” said Sussman.

The scene has changed. Gov. Walker sought to change the “Wisconsin Idea” of the university helping all aspects of the state.

A Republican-controlled Assembly rejected Walker’s idea.

Walker’s budgets have slashed hundreds of millions of state tax dollars from the university system. The Board of Regents, dominated by Walker appointees, discouraged a public presentation by chancellors on the impact of the cuts.

Walker, who left college without a degree, has suggested high school students consider getting a vocational, rather than college, education. Thompson, by comparison, is a champion for going to college.

“Going to a university transforms you. The stimulus, the intellectual capacity that you interact with – it makes you a whole different person,” Thompson said “It gives you the opportunity and the ability to do just about anything.”

Thompson is living proof of the statement.

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It’s getting harder to govern, and it’s not just politicians’ fault

BY LEE H. HAMILTON

We may not know who our next President is going to be, but here’s one thing that’s almost certain: he or she will take office with roughly half of the electorate unhappy and mistrustful. The notion that the President speaks for a broad coalition of Americans who are willing to set aside their differences on behalf of a compelling new vision for the country? It’s vanished.

I’ve spent a lot of time pondering where it went, and though I still haven’t found an answer, I do know this: it’s not only Washington’s — or even the political class’s — fault.

Let’s start with a lament I hear frequently about this year’s crop of presidential candidates: “Is this the best we can do?” I used to believe that the popular argument that the best among us do not seek political office was wrong — that there were plenty of standout Americans who went into politics.

And there are. But there are also a lot of talented people — the kind who could lead us beyond our tired political discourse — who take a look at politics and turn the other way. They don’t want to spend their waking hours grubbing for donations. They don’t want to put their families through the attacks and vitriol that so often show up in political campaigns now. They believe they have better ways of spending their time than subjecting themselves and everyone they know to the kind of scrutiny that

has become part and parcel of political life.

I’ve known a lot of very good people in politics. They were motivated by a true interest in improving the country, were fair-minded, respected other points of view, were skillful consensus-builders, and took the time to develop genuine friendships across the political divide. They saw politics as a competition of ideas, not a mean-spirited clash of ideologies.

I see less of this today. Many politicians seem genuinely not to like one another. Backed all too often by their constituents and contributors, they distrust the other party’s members — and see a victory by the other party as a threat to the well-being of the nation.

This is a departure from the past, and it’s not a healthy one.

There was a time when the parties played a significant role in the system by serving to build consensus. They were collections of diverse constituencies that had developed the capacity to meld disparate interests together — not always harmoniously, but usually effectively. They helped build a unity of effort in the government, as did a variety of public and private organizations — such as unions, charitable institutions and the like.

This was vital: we don’t have many consensus-building mechanisms in our political culture. But a lot of groups that helped do this are weaker now than they were.

Which is a shame in a year

like this, when voters are angry and distrustful. Much of this, I believe, stems from economic insecurity. Incomes remain stagnant, and many of the jobs being created are low-wage jobs. A lot of Americans have lost confidence that their children will have a better life than they had.

This doesn’t mean that fear of terrorism and a general feeling that society is heading in the wrong direction don’t matter this year. Nor does it mean that there aren’t plenty of people who are reasonably satisfied with their lives, and who recognize that the U.S., especially in comparison with other countries, is doing reasonably well. But overall, economic malaise seems to be front and center in voters’ minds.

This may help explain why voters this year seem not to have much appetite for the substance and complexity of policy. Many of them have responded enthusiastically to candidates who lay out a straightforward vision but don’t bother much with the details of policy. And a lot of voters seem to relish the clashes that this year’s campaigning has produced, and are uninterested in talk of finding common ground.

It’s a campaign year, of course, so a certain amount of this is to be expected. But if the voters’ surly mood and mistrust carry over after November, it’s going to be very hard for the next President — and politicians in general — to govern effectively.

Blood drive successful, thanks to many people To the editor: The Amery Woman’s Club recently completed another successful blood drive in conjunction with the American Red Cross.

This latest drive collected 131 units of blood.

This drive, as always, was a community-wide effort. Our Savior’s Lutheran Church provided their church as the donation site; the women from The Amery Woman’s Club provided food for

the Red Cross workers and cookies for the donors; Dick’s Fresh Market donated various grocery items; the VFW Auxiliary served lunch to the workers, the Lion’s Club helped set up and take down the fellowship hall; WXCE Radio, WPCA Radio, the Amery Free Press, and Northwest Communications helped with the publicity; and many local businesses allowed us to put up posters.

Members of the Amery Woman’s

Club put in over 130 hours for this very worthwhile cause, but most importantly, the residents of our community took time out of their busy schedules to come forward to be donors. .

Our next blood drive will be August 29 and August 30. Please mark your calendar and consider being a donor.

Cheryl Bowman & Jan Reichert, Coordinators

What has America become?

To the editor: Has America become the land of the special interest and home of the double standard?

Let’s see: if we lie to the Congress, it’s a felony and if the Congress lies to us it’s just politics; if we dislike a black person, we’re racist and if a black dislikes whites, it’s their 1st Amendment right; the government spends millions to rehabilitate criminals and they do almost nothing for the victims; in public schools you can teach that homosexuality is OK, but you better not use the word God in the process; you can kill an unborn child, but it’s wrong to execute a mass murderer, we don’t burn books in America, we now rewrite them; we got rid of the communist and socialist threat by renaming them pro-

gressive; we are unable to close our border with Mexico, but have no problem protecting the 38th parallel in Korea; if you protest against President Obama’s policies, you’re a terrorist, but if you burned an American flag or George Bush in effigy it was your 1st Amendment right.

You can have pornography on TV or the internet, but you better not put a nativity scene in a public park during Christmas; we have eliminated all criminals in America, they are now called sick people; we can use a human fetus for medical research, but it’s wrong to use an animal.

We take money from those who work hard for it and give it to those who don’t want to work; we all support the Constitution, but only when it supports our polit-

ical ideology; we still have freedom of speech, but only if we are being politically correct; parenting has been replaced with Ritalin and video games; the land of opportunity is now the land of hand outs; the similarity between Hurricane Katrina and the gulf oil spill is that neither president did anything to help.

And how do we handle a major crisis today? The government appoints a committee to determine who’s at fault, then threatens them, passes a law, raises our taxes; tells us the problem is solved so they can get back to their re-election campaign.

What has happened to the land of the free and home of the brave?

Duane E. Riley Amery

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For Profit, Non-Profit and Government To the editor: A few years ago, at events in Barron and Polk Counties, I heard people talking about how our government was out of touch as it doesn’t work like a for-profit business. Conservative radio and cable channels have been and are touting this notion to discredit government and advocate for privatization of government-run entities, like the post office. As a past employee of several large public and private corporations and long-time reader of major newspapers’ business section, I will try to provide a simple explanation of differences between business and government with the help of old text books, Wikipedia, and encyclopedias.

For-Profit covers everything from proprietorships, small businesses to large business corporations. Let’s concentrate on corporations, as this group accounts for more than 78% of all business assets, has lobbyists to influence Washington decisions, receives preferred bank rates, and a large share of government subsidies and tax breaks.

For-profit corporations aim to earn profit through its operations and is concerned with its own interests and not those of the public. If the corporation fails, they can lose no more than their investment, because the corporation’s debts are not their debt. Business corporations can be public or private. A public corporation sells shares of ownership as in trading stock and/or issues stock to key company individuals. Again, these people are not personally required to satisfy any debts which the company might owe. We’ve seen major corporations file for bankruptcy and the corporate executive branch walk away with millions. This is how Trump could go bankrupt 4 times, as his corporation was private. It is easy to take risk with someone else’s money. Trump left the banks with the losses, which then the banks increase their charges and rates to all of us.

A nonprofit organization is an organization whose purposes are other than making a profit, it exists to serve a mission. A nonprofit is often dedicated to furthering a social cause or advocating for a particular point of view. In economic terms, a nonprofit organization uses its surplus revenues to further achieve its purpose or mission. Charities are one example, and before the ‘80s, many hospitals were church charity based. Overall, they tend to be either member-serving or community-serving. Community-serving organizations are focused on providing services to the community without a profit motive.

Government is one of humanity’s oldest and most important institutions. From earliest times, some kind of government has been a vital part of every society. This is because every society needs some people to make and enforce decisions that affect conduct within the group. There are different types of government, but let’s concentrate on US Federal government. It carries out functions that mainly affect all people in the country, such as delivery of mail, disaster recovery to states, the interstate highway system and support of local highways, just to name a few. Many of these functions are extremely important and more cost efficient for rural areas. Our federal government is for the people and is to provide services at the lowest cost possible without making a profit on its citizens, a sort of nonprofit. If government services were turned over to the public/private corporate system, we would be paying far more for numerous levels of corporate structure which greatly rewards, only a few: their executive staff with large salaries, bonuses, benefits, etc. There would be a profit motive, not a service mission.

Cheryl Moskal (Former area resident) Denver, CO

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Amery Police Report 04/22/2016 – 04/28/2016 04/22/16, 01:32AM, Police responded to assist other law enforcement to an alarm at a business.

04/22/16, 10:20AM, Police responded to and investigated report of harassment.

04/22/16, 05:55PM, Police respond to a report of subject with mental health issues.

04/22/16, 07:35PM, Police were dispatched for animal control call.

04/23/16, 01:40AM, Police were dispatched to pick up individual from Barron County

Jail on an Amery warrant. Individual transported to Polk County Jail.

04/23/16, 03:00PM, Police responded to an alarm at a local business.

04/23/16, 05:30PM, Police respond to a juvenile call at Michael Park.

04/23/16, 09:07PM, Police responded mutual aid, for a fight.

04/24/16, 09:31PM, Police were dispatched for a disturbance. Assisted with a mental health issue.

04/24/16, 10:10PM, Police took a report of theft from a

purse during an event at the high school.

04/25/16, 01:07AM, Police assisted a local business with parking lot surveillance.

04/25/16, 02:40PM, Police were dispatched to check the welfare of an Amery citizen.

04/25/16, 03:36PM, Police were dispatched for juvenile creating disturbance at the Amery Middle School.

04/25/16, 06:16PM, Police responded to motor vehicle accident.

04/25/16, 09:31PM, Police were dispatched for disorderly mental health subject.

04/26/16, 05:15PM, Police assisted stranded Amery citizen.

04/26/16, 08:40PM, Police responded to assist EMS with medical call.

04/27/16, 10:44AM, Police were dispatched for a juvenile call.

04/27/16, 11:40AM, Police responded to a complaint of harassment.

04/27/16, 12:30PM, Police responded to a domestic event and disturbance.

04/27/16, 03:56PM, Police assist citizen with a property pickup.

Grantsburg man sentenced to federal prison for meth conspiracy Matthew Stone, 30, Grantsburg, Wis., was sentenced by U.S. District Judge William M. Conley to 24 months in federal prison, to be followed by three years of supervised release, for his role in a conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine. Stone had previously pleaded guilty to being involved in a conspiracy with Jerry Vang to distribute methamphetamine in northwest Wisconsin in early 2015.

In 2012, an Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force led by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and comprised of federal, state, and local investigators began investigating the importation and distribution of methamphet-

amine in Polk and Burnett Counties, Wis. On March 30, 2015, Vang’s vehicle was stopped by law enforcement. During a search of the vehicle, officers located a baggie containing approximately 13 ounces of methamphetamine, packaging material consistent with drug distribution, digital scales, and firearms.

Vang was sentenced to 120 months in federal prison on October 19, 2015. He pleaded guilty to his role in the methamphetamine conspiracy and to possessing a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime.

Vang supplied Stone with methamphetamine which Stone resold

to others in Polk and Burnett County.

U.S. Attorney Vaudreuil praised the outstanding cooperation among all law enforcement agencies involved in addressing the problem of methamphetamine use in northwest Wisconsin.

In addition to the FBI, the task force included the Wisconsin Department of Justice, Division of Criminal Investigation; Polk, Burnett, and Washburn County Sheriffs’ Departments; the St. Croix Valley Drug Task Force; and the St. Croix Tribal Police Department. The prosecution of the case has been handled by Assistant U.S. Attorney Jeffrey Anderson.

Polk County Circuit Court Appearance date April 12, 2016 Levi Jeffory Nixon, 20, Council Bluffs, IA, operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50.

Yuri Fredy Olivares, 42, McAllen, TX, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $183.30.

Hunter Olson, 17, Balsam Lake, inattentive driving, $187.90.

Kelsey Ariel Palmer, 22, Forest Lake, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (25-29 mph), $250.90.

Amit Chetan Patel, 25, North Oaks, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Tanner Ray Prosek, 22, New Richmond, fish without license – R, $190.70.

Steven Robert Rainer, 52, Shafer, MN, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

Ronai D. Reda, 48, Milltown, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Keri-Anne Ruzin, 36, St. Paul, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Courtney Carolyn Santoro, 25, Osceola, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Jake F. Schurr, 36, Centuria, fail to stop at stop sign, $175.30.

Austin Michael Scott, 18, Nowthen, MN, exceeding speed zones (20-24 mph), $225.70.

Jared Carl Shelby, 18, Star Prairie, operate after revocation/ suspension of registration, $175.30.

Chad M. Shires, 43, Siren, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

Michael J. Skiba, 21, Osceola, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Skogquist Trucking Exc. Inc., Princeton, MN, violate Class A hwy. weight limits, $637.90.

Michael J. Skow, 24, Luck, operate snowmobile without safety certificate, $162.70.

Larry Robert Soderberg, 58, Amery, inattentive driving, $187.90.

Sterling Dale Stark, 23, Osceola, speeding in 55 mph zone (2529 mph), $250.90; operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

Michael Vincent Stein, 55, Shafer, MN, drink open in toxicants in MV-driver, $263.50; passing in no passing zone, $213.10.

Lindsey J. Stewart, 33, Osceola, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Marina Kuana Stickel, 53, Dresser, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Collin J. Svoboda, 24, Luck, possess game fish during closed season, in excess of bag limit, $263.10.

Joshua A. Swager, 23, Amery, display unauthorized vehicle registration plae, $238.30.

Krysta Leigh Swanson, 18,

Cameron, speeding in 55 mph zone (30-34 mph), $295.

Andrew L. Swanson, 32, Turtle Lake, pleaded not guilty to operating a motor vehicle without insurance.

Amanda E. Swanson, 28, Clayton, fail to keep vehicle under control (2nd+), $263.50.

Corwin Drake Talbert, 63, Eden Prairie, MN, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Paul Daniel Tarnowski, 39, Minneapolis, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (20-24 mph), $225.70.

Andrew Eli Wellman, 25, Webster, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30.

Richard T. West, 56, Sarona, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Rhiannon Nichole Wichman, 32, Baldwin, speeding in 55 mph zone (16-19 mph), $200.50.

Allison L. Will, 56, Osceola, unsafe lane deviation, $150.10.

Justin Alan Will, 34, Webster, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30; operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50; operate motor vehicle without adequate muffler, $175.30.

David D. Wurst, Osceola, sanitary zoning – improper pumping of holding tank, $767.50.

Travis J. Yoder, 30, Turtle Lake, operating while revoked (forfeiture 1st), $200.50.

04/27/16, 08:10PM, Police were dispatched for loud music complaint.

04/28/16, 12:49AM, Police responded to report of suspicious activity at local business.

04/28/16, 08:18AM, Police responded to juvenile call at the high school.

Arrests: 04/27/16 Alyssa Nonemacher, 27, Amery – Disorderly Conduct/Domestic Abuse.

St. Croix Falls man charged with child sexual assault Charges were filed April 19 against 46-year-old Scott A. Kurtz of St. Croix Falls, who is accused of molesting a seven-year-old relative while she spent the night at his home.

According to the criminal complaint, the girl’s mother noticed her daughter touching herself inappropriately after a shower. When the mother sat down and discussed the situation with her daughter, the girl eventually admitted that Kurtz had touched her that way.

The incidents are alleged to have occurred multiple times, most recently during at least one overnight stay from July 3 to July 5 of 2015. A medical examination of the victim supported the girl’s story.

During a July 16 interview with Kurtz, he denied the claims, and insisted that he had only applied diaper rash cream inside the victim’s thighs after she had wet her pants.

Investigators tried to confirm Kurtz’s story that he and the girl had made a trip to the St. Croix Falls Wal-Mart around 7 p.m. on July 3 to purchase diaper rash cream. After reviewing surveillance footage, there was no evidence that Kurtz had purchased any such cream that evening. Sales records confirmed that the last recorded sale of any similar product happened at 1:43 p.m.

In a follow up interview, Kurtz explained the discrepancy by retrieving a tube of Equate brand antibiotic cream from his bathroom, and saying that that must have been what he bought. A second search of the Wal-Mart’s sales records revealed no Equate brand antibiotic had been sold at all on July 3.

According to the complaint, in a follow up interview with the victim, the seven year old recalled going to the park and watching fireworks on July 3. She also told the investigator that she did not go to Wal-Mart that day, nor had Kurtz ever applied any type of creams or medications to her body.

Kurtz makes his initial appearance on charges of 1st degree child sexual assault on May 9 in Polk County Circuit Court.

Polk County Marriage Licenses Polk County Marriage Licenses – May 3, 2016 Travis L. LeBlanc and Ashley A. Barfknecht were issued a marriage license on April 25, 2016.

James J. Anderson and Katelin M. Holm were issued a marriage license on April 28, 2016.

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105 Years Ago May 4, 1911

Shortage Still Exists in Milk Bottles If better cooperation isn’t forthcoming from milk buyers, there won’t be anything to stop “keep those bottles quiet” from being a complete success.

There just won’t be any bottles to clink.

So if you are interested in keeping up the delivery of milk to your door, you’d better make it a point to turn in those empty milk bottles.

Car Shops Maybe The “Soo” purchased 73 acres of land from Mr. Flink of Dresser Jct. the first of the week, which in addition to their previous holdings makes them quite a tract of land there.

It is rumored on good authority, still not officially, that the company intends to move their shops to Dresser Jct., as soon as the Duluth extension is finished.

It is reasonable to suppose that this is their ultimate object as it is accessible to all the Soo lines and would overcome crowded conditions and high prices of land in the cities.

Dietz Trial on at Hayward The jury in the Deitz case now on trial at Hayward was secured May 3 and the real work is now on. Deitz acts as chief council for himself, wife and son, Leslie.

Summary of Case Feb. 1904 – Dietz and family move to Cameron dam.

April 1904 – Deitz refuses to allow Chippewa Lumber & Boom Co. to move logs thru dam.

Feb. 28, 1905 – Company secures injunction.

April 25, 1905 – Deitz drives and Myra Deitz ambushed by Sheriff Madden. LesYesterday’s lie escaped, but Myra was News wounded and with Clarence Diane Stangl was arrested.

May 9, 1905 – Willam Giblin and posse fire on. Patrick McGin wounded.

May 29, 1905 – Valentine Weisenbach arrested as accomplice and sentenced to twelve years in prison.

July 25, 1905 – Sheriff Gylland and posse attack Deitz. John Rogich, a deputy, and Clarence Deitz wounded.

Sept. 6, 1905 – Deitz alleged to have seriously wounded Bert Horel during quarrel.

Oct. 8, 1910 – Deitz and family surrendered to Sheriff Madden, after siege in which Deputy Oscar Harp was killed and John Deitz wounded.

Dec. 5, 1910 – Trial postponed to March 6, and change of venue granted.

Jan. 7, 1911 – Deitz released on $62,500 bail.

May 2, 1911 – Trial starts before Judge Reid at Hayward, with strong array of legal talent for prosecution. Deitz conducting own defense, unaided by counsel.

100 Years Ago May 4, 1916

60 Years Ago April 26, 1956 Station Owner Runs Out of Gas

Amery Hospital In 1917 the Twin Lakes House, a hotel built by Dan Fox in 1890, was remodeled and became the Polk County Hospital, which was located across the street from the Congregational Church in Amery. The hospital was forced to close its doors during the depression due to lack of funds but Dr. Cornwall was later able to re-open the facility as the “Amery Hospital.” Gradually the local economy improved and the hospital was able to institute more “modern” methods.

Mr. Clow informed us that the commercial club of our hustling little sister village had eight men out thru the county on a like mission and that they were meeting with surprising success.

It is certain that Dresser Jct. is by far the most easily accessible from all parts of the county and were it not for the bugbear of the large expense necessary to the move, it is also certain that they would poll a majority over the present site.

king of all brook trout Tuesday evening and entered it in the B. & D. game fish contest.

It weighed three and three-quarters pounds, was 20 inches long and 13 inches in girth. It will be on display in the W. H. E. Co. window today and Thursday.

Bungalow Beach Grows

A sanitary district, designed to permit everyone to share in the cost of improvements in Lake Wapogasset, instead of 5 or 6 progressive summer residents as in the past, has been formed and includes all lake front property on the lake.

The district has taxing powers, and all property owners in the district will be forced to share in improvements made, such as keeping down the algae, etc., in the water.

Col. Henry Johnson has had a number of fine new cottages and a large dining and amusement hall erected at his popular summer resort to facilitate the handling of the ever-increasing business at Bungalow Beach.

90 Years Ago May 6, 1926 New Mitten Factory a Possibility Geo. F. Porter who has gained such a widespread reputation for the excellency of his robe and fur tanning has been given an order for fifty dozen pairs of the Porter fur mittens by one concern, as well as dozens of other smaller orders, and is seriously contemplating the enlargement of this line of his business.

The Porter mitten has proven so popular and the sales have increased so rapidly that it is more than probable that a modern factory for the manufacture of this product will be erected near the tannery.

This is a home enterprise that has won its reputation on its merits and is entitled to our active support, and we believe that the Community Club should get behind the prospective factory and help put it across.

Would Move Courthouse C. C. Clow of Dresser Jct., was up from that place Monday circulating petitions to have the courthouse moved from its present site at Balsam Lake to the Junction.

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85 Years Ago May 7, 1931 Mammoth Speckled Trout David Pearson brought in the

75 Years Ago May 8, 1941 Sanitary District Formed by Wapogasset Cottage Owners

70 Years Ago May 2, 1946 Hanson Death Inflicted by Party or Parties Unknown After deliberating about an hour, Monday afternoon, a coroner’s jury returned the verdict, “death due to gunshot wound from a .22 rifle inflicted by person or persons unknown,” in the death of Monty Hanson.

Henry Hanson, brother of the deceased, testified that the gun found in the car belonged to his brother, the only gun he owned.

He also stated that his brother was right handed and that he had no enemies to his knowledge and wasn’t despondent when he saw him earlier in the evening.

When Night officer Hanford Purdue arrived at the scene, he was met by Mrs. Hansen and Frank Miller. He and Frank Miller proceeded to the car where they found the deceased upright in the seat with a .22 rifle between his legs with the

stock on the floor and the barrel pointed to his chin. They carried Hanson to the hospital.

Mrs. Bernice Hanson, wife of deceased, testified that she returned home about 1:00 a.m. from Richardson’s Pavilion and found her husband in the car outside of the home. She didn’t open the door of the car, rushed in the house and then ran across to the Frank Miller residence.

Dr. E. T. Rechlitz stated that the condition of the blood indicated that the shooting had taken place a few minutes previous to the time of his examination.

He also gave a detailed report on the condition of the man and stated that the bullet entered the right temple.

He stated that the powder burns were found of such intensity that he estimated the gun to be within three inches of the wound. He also stated that but one bullet hole was to be found and that it was impossible to tell its course as it was not removed.

Frank Sylvester was called to the stand and stated that he had seen Monty Hanson engaged in what appeared to be an argument with parties in a car in front of the Uptown Tavern the night of the shooting. He failed to see who was in the car.

Bullet Fired Through Hotel Window Had someone been wandering down the hall on the second floor of the hotel Sunday about 5:45 p.m. they could have had the golden (or leaden) opportunity of stopping a lead pellet (also known as a bullet).

It seems that the misguided slug entered a window and finally embedded itself in the upstairs hall. No target of any nature was in range.

Officials thought that someone unlimbering a high-powered rifle must have been careless in the direction they shot.

However, that such shooting will be dealt with severity if the culprit is caught.

The motoring public around these parts woke up Tuesday morning and found the “honeymoon” was over. The gas war was at an end with all major companies advancing their prices.

Frank Madsen of Riverview Mobil probably unwittingly exemplified the public’s first reactions to the new price. He ran out of gas returning to his station Wednesday noon. (A faulty gas gauge on a new car, he sez).

At any rate the going prices of major companies are 30.1¢ per gal., regular and 32.6¢ for high test. Formerly the prices were 24.9¢ and 27.9¢.

55 Years Ago April 27, 1961 Amery Speedway to Open Sunday Night About 30 cars are expected to participate in the opening event of the Amery Speedway Sunday night.

Owner Niles Framsted reports that the track is in tip-top shape and that two classes of races will be conducted. Tim trials start at 8:30 p.m.

Strictly stock car and modified stock entries will vie for prizes at the Speedway located just a mile south of U. S. No. 8 on CTH H, north of Amery.

“I Was a Teenage Dracula” at AHS Thursday night, April 27, has been set for the performance of “I was a Teenage Dracula,” by the members of the senior English class, under the direction of Miss Marie Holvorson. The play is scheduled for 8 p.m.

The theme of the play moves around the presence of the sinister “Dracula.”

The play is listed as a “mystery-drama.” Admission to the event is 50¢ for adults and 25¢ for children.

Participating in the production are Kathleen Gullickson, Keith Vassau, June Erickson, Gerald Seter, Stephanie Baker, Sidney Berquam, Susan Burman, Doug Knapp, Gary Knerr, Elsie Swanson, Marlin Carlson, Virginia Freitag, Catherine Linden, Bety Jo Nihiser, Cora Lee Klein, Inez Wold, Shirley Warner and Janice Johnson.

Prompters are Barbara Iverson and Rose Anne Johnson.

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Burke Announces Candidacy for 7th District Hudson, Wis--2014 Libertarian Candidate for Governor Robert Burke announced on Wednesd a y , A p r i l 20th at 4:20 PM, that he will be r u n ning in the fall Burke for the 7th Congressional Seat of Wisconsin against Republican Sean Duffy. Burke, a former Financial Services Executive from Hudson, plans to center his campaign for Congress around ending the wars and healing the nations economy.

“I’m done with war,” Burke said in his speech to the Libertarian Convention held April

16th in the Wisconsin Dells. “I’m done with the war on drugs, the war on poverty, the war on jobs, but most importantly, I’m done with the wars in the middle east and elsewhere abroad.

I’m done with war. It’s time for us to focus here at home.”

The candidate laid out his primary legislative efforts for the coming congress which includes abolishing the Federal Reserve and returning the nation to the gold standard, eliminating the departments of Commerce, Education, Energy, Interior and Housing and Urban Development as recommended by Libertarian Ron Paul, decriminalizing hemp and marijuana, and rolling back the Department of Defense and related

agencies to better address the safety of our nation rather than continue to fuel the mid-east conflicts.

“It’s my recommendation that Congressman Duffy vote for the release of the 28-Page Senate Select Committee on Intelligence report on 9/11,” Said Burke. “It would just seem prudent the public have all the facts before we bomb peace into anyone else.”

The candidate invites people to like his Facebook Page “Burke for US Congress WI 7”, visit his website at BurkeforCongress16.org (currently under construction), Twitter @BurkeCongD7, and on YouTube as the Wisconsin Liberty Coalition.

PROPERTY: Bill faces heavy criticism for removal of local control FROM PAGE ONE

counties’ ability to limit polluting industries and opened the door to public health threats from frac sand mines and factory farms. The league also said the bill incentivized development over agricultural and conservation use and shifted property taxes to landowners by exempting develop-

ers from paying a fair share of taxes for land they own.

Officials in the Town of Osceola also worried that their comprehensive plan – which aims to protect the town’s rural character – would not prevent potential development, since the law restricts the use of comp plans to justify the denial of conditional use permits.

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Governor Walker signed Act 391 at J&S General Contracting in Osceola April 26.

Walker, Tommy Thompson among Wisconsin statewide delegates

BY SCOTT BAUER ASSOCIATED PRESS

Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker and former Gov. Tommy Thompson backed different Republican candidates for president but are both among the 18 at-large delegates who will represent the state at the national convention this summer in Cleveland.

The Wisconsin Republican Party released the delegate names Tuesday. Wisconsin’s other 24 delegates, selected in each of the state’s eight congressional districts, had already been announced.

Under state party rules, all 18 of the statewide delegates

are required to vote for Texas Sen. Ted Cruz, who won Wisconsin’s primary, in the first round of balloting at the national convention. They can switch to another candidate only if they are released by Cruz or he fails to get a third of the overall vote.

Walker endorsed Cruz and campaigned with him.

Thompson backed Ohio Gov. John Kasich, who came in third place.

Republican front runner Donald Trump won two of Wisconsin’s eight congressional districts, so those six delegates are required to vote for him in the first round. Cruz won in the other six districts

as well as statewide, meaning he got 36 of Wisconsin’s 42 delegates.

There is a two-front battle going on in the Republican presidential race. Trump is trying to win enough delegates through primary voting to capture the nomination before the convention. But it’s mathematically impossible for Cruz or Kasich to win the 1,237 majority of delegates, so they are now trying to line up enough support to win the nomination on the second or subsequent rounds of voting.

Cruz and Kasich announced an unusual deal Sunday designed to prevent Trump from getting the majority of dele-

gates by the end of the primary voting season in June. Under the deal, Kasich has agreed not to campaign in Indiana before its May 3 primary and Cruz said he would “clear the path” for Kasich in New Mexico and Oregon.

Walker was expected to campaign with Cruz in Indiana on Sunday. Walker has said he will back whoever is the eventual nominee.

Thompson said in an interview that he was honored to be a delegate and would follow the rules requiring him to cast his ballot for Cruz. Thompson said he has been a delegate at every national convention since 1976, the last time the

Inmate makes weapon from Scrabble part, locks deputy in cell MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Authorities say an inmate at a Wisconsin jail locked a deputy in a cell and made threats with a knife-like weapon he had apparently whittled from a Scrabble game letter tray.

A Dane County sheriff’s spokeswoman says deputies conducting

cell inspections Wednesday morning at Dane County Jail in Madison discovered that a 27-year-old male inmate had locked up one of their colleagues and was threatening to use his weapon.

Elise Schaffer says the lockedup deputy and another jailer talked the inmate into giving up the

weapon. Schaffer says the deputy was locked up for a few minutes.

The sheriff’s department says the inmate was a history of behavioral and mental health issues. He has since been returned to solitary confinement. The inmate’s identity and criminal history haven’t been released.

Menard Inc. agrees to change policies violating labor laws MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Menard Inc. has agreed to change some practices after the National Labor Relations Board found it was violating federal labor law.

The board found in April that the Eau Claire-based retailer has been improperly requiring employees to sign mandatory-arbitration agreements that bar them

from engaging in class-action lawsuits. The board also found that Menards has withheld merit pay raises for workers engaged in protected union activities.

In a settlement agreement with the board Wednesday, Menards agrees to rectify those issues.

Seth Goldstein, a representative with the Office and Professional

Employees International Union who fi led the initial complaint with the board, called it a major victory for employees.

A company spokeswoman said Menards had no immediate comment Wednesday afternoon.

nomination was contested.

Other delegates include Walker’s wife, Tonette, Lt. Gov. Rebecca Kleefisch, Attorney General Brad Schimel, state Assembly Speaker Robin Vos, state Sen. Duey Stroebel, state Rep. Dean Knudson and Mike Grebe, a longtime Republican activist and chairman of the Bradley Foundation. Stroebel was an early backer of Cruz and was chairman of his campaign in Wisconsin.

Other than Thompson, none of the other delegates announced Tuesday have publicly backed anyone other than Cruz.

Child diagnosed with Elizabethkingia in Wisconsin MILWAUKEE (AP) — Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin says one of its patients has been diagnosed with the bloodstream infection Elizabethkingia.

The child is in the neonatal intensive care unit at Children’s in metro Milwaukee. The hospital says there’s no indication the child has a serious infection, but the case has been forwarded to state health officials and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Children’s says its standard infection prevention protocols are in place because Elizabethkingia is not transferred easily from person to person.

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services says there are 59 confirmed cases of the bacteria with an additional 6 possible unconfirmed cases in the state. There have been 18 deaths among individuals found to have the infection and one additional unconfirmed death.

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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.

Thursday: 9:30 a.m. White Cross and 12:30 p.m. Christian Women’s.

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

Coffee & Fellowship; 10:30 a.m. Worship/Children’s Church; 5 p.m. Jan Markell DVD presentation.

BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery Matt Saarem, pastor Wednesday, May 4: 9 a.m. Bible Study.

Thursday, May 5: 9:30 a.m. Prayers; 3-7 p.m. Rummage and Bake Sale.

Friday, May 6: 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Rummage and Bake Sale; 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Lunch served.

Saturday, May 7: Clean-up from Rummage Sale.

Sunday, May 8: 8:30 a.m. Sunday Youth Sessions; 9:30 a.m. Coffee fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Finance committee; 9:30 a.m. Social Ministry committee; 10:15 a.m. Holy worship.

Tuesday, May 10: 9 a.m. Backpacking; 1 p.m. Ruth Unit, h/ Bonnie, l/Julaine; 6:30 p.m. Church Council.

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

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

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

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

CLEAR LAKE UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 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 Wednesday, May 4: 6 p.m. Dinner; 6:30 p.m. Youth deliver May Day Baskets.

Thursday, May 5: 8 a.m. Pastoral Leaders; 9:30 a.m. Local Communions; 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining; 5:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study; 7 p.m. Money Class.

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

Senior Dining; 6:30 p.m. Dinner Theater.

Sunday, May 8: 8:30 a.m. Education Hour; 8:30 a.m. Confirmation - L5; 10 a.m. Worship with Guest Pastor The Rev. David L. Ostendorf; 11:15 a.m. MT16 mtg; 12 p.m. Dinner Theatre.

Monday, May 9: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining; 7 p.m. Boy Scouts.

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

Senior Dining; 6 p.m. Council meeting.

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, May 4: 6 p.m. JAM Fun/Game Day at Deronda; 6 p.m. Confirmation at Deronda.

Thursday, May 5: 9 a.m. Quilting at Deronda.

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

Tuesday, May 10: 6:30 p.m. New Member Meet & Greet at Little Falls; 7 p.m. All Parish Councils meeting at Little Falls.

See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.deronda church.net EAST BALSAM BAPTIST, 1816 108th St./CTH I, Balsam Lake, Gabriel Brennan, pastor www.eastbalsam.org 715-857-5411 Sunday: 9 a.m. Worship service; 10:30 a.m. Sunday school.

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

EAST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, south of Amery on Hwy. 46 then west on 20th Ave., Kathy Pennington, pastor Wednesday, May 4: 6 p.m. 7th-9th Grade Confirmation.

Thursday, May 5: 11:30 a.m. Women’s Group.

Saturday, May 7: 8 a.m. Men’s Group.

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

Tuesday, May 10: 9 a.m. Quilting; 6:30 p.m. Book Discussion Phase II; 7:30 p.m. Choir.

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, May 4: 8:30 a.m. Stewardship Comm; 6 p.m.

Men in Mission; 7 p.m. Hi League.

Thursday, May 5: National Day of Prayer; 8 a.m. Bible Study at Ida Mae’s; 8:30 a.m. Quilters; 7 p.m. Al Anon.

Sunday, May 8: 9 a.m. Worship; 10:15 a.m. Last day of Sunday school; 10:15 a.m. Choir.

Tuesday, May 10: 6:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study; 8:30 a.m. Property Comm; 1:30 p.m. Handbells; 6:30 p.m. Worship committee.

FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Wednesday, May 4: 1 p.m. Evening Stars at church; 6:15 p.m. 7th and 8th grade Confirmation; 7:30 p.m. 9th Grade Confirmation.

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

Sunday, May 8: 8:30 am. Contemporary worship; 9:30 a.m.

Fellowship; 10 a.m. Traditional worship; 11 a.m. Fellowship; 6-8 p.m. Knotty Pine 4-H meeting.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

These weekly church messages are contributed by the following:

Avoiding T Strife

“It is to one’s honor to avoid strife, but every fool is quick to quarrel.”

—Proverbs 20:3 NIV

here are walks of life where one is required to argue. Lawyers, politicians and teachers are frequently in positions where they must argue persuasively for one position or another. That is part and parcel of their job, and arguing serves the valuable service of allowing the truth to stand out in contrast to error or ignorance. In many areas of life, however, arguing serves no useful purpose and just creates needless strife and division. When people are making casual conversation it is easy to find things to disagree with, but such disagreements rarely foster peace and harmony. It is tedious to be around someone who is always correcting us.

With family, friends, and co-workers it is usually better to find areas of mutual agreement rather than disagreement.

And even when there is disagreement, sometimes the way to resolve the issue is to start with what you agree on and see if you can move on from there.

When we must argue, it can usually be done calmly and with civility.

Sometimes we find ourselves drifting into argument without realizing how this even happened. Someone may have said something that we feel must be challenged. As the discussion turns from mild difference of opinion to angry disagreement, our tempers flare and we often say things we will regret.

By being less argumentative you will probably find that you get along with others much better.

– Christopher Simon

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Long term adult health compromised by adverse childhood experiences MADISON, WI – The Wisconsin Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board and Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin Community Services have released the report “The Influence of Adverse Childhood Experiences on the Health of Wisconsin Citizens in Adulthood”, the third in a series of briefs examining the impact of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) in Wisconsin.

This document takes a more comprehensive look at the relationship between ACEs and various aspects of poor mental and physical health.

The findings reinforce the relationship between ACEs and health threats in adulthood, including depression, increased health risk behaviors, higher incidence of poor general health, and the occurrence of chronic health conditions.

“The 2011-2013 data, highlighted in the newest report, show strong links between ACEs reported by Wisconsin adults and later behaviors that increase the potential for disease or injury, threats to an individual’s daily health, and severe health problems,” according to Principal Investigator Dr. Kristen Slack, University of Wisconsin School of Social Work and Institute for Research on Poverty. “Furthermore, the effects are cumulative. The more ACEs experienced in childhood; the higher the likelihood of negative impact on

health in adulthood.”

For the purposes of this study, ACEs are defined as physical abuse; emotional abuse; sexual abuse; alcohol or drug abuse in the household; an incarcerated household member; a household member with mental health problems; violence between adults in the home; and parental separation or divorce. If adverse childhood experiences detrimentally impact a child, those effects tend to stay with that child into adulthood, significantly increasing his or her risk of health and social problems throughout life. This is especially true when the adverse experiences occur in combination with one another.

“While this study calls attention to the serious, longterm implication of exposure to adverse experiences in childhood, there is much that we can do to prevent and mitigate these negative consequences,” states Michelle Jensen, Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board Executive Director. “By building protective factors which strengthen the ability of families to support the healthy development of children, we can reduce the impact of ACEs.” “At Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin we serve children who are actively experiencing trauma due to medical emergencies, child abuse and neglect, and disrupt-

ed family placements. Preventing multiple adverse childhood experiences and minimizing a child’s exposure to toxic stress combined with the steady presence of positive caregivers in a child’s life will help to create a healthy environment for a child to grow and thrive.

This study provides the data to set the stage for creating such environments for children and families,” says Jennifer Hammel, Director of Early Childhood Development and Trauma Informed Care at Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin Community Services.

The vision of the Prevention Board is for every child in Wisconsin to grow up in a safe, stable, and nurturing environment. For over thirty years, the Prevention Board has advocated for policy changes needed for state programs, statutes, policies, and budgets to strengthen families, reduce child abuse and neglect, and improve coordination among state agencies providing prevention services.

The full report can be accessed on the Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board website at https://preventionboard.wi.gov/Pages/OurWork/Publications. aspx.

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, May 4: 9:30 a.m. Ladies Aid; 10 a.m. Ladies Aid meeting; 1 p.m. Stewardship; 5:30 p.m. Confirmation; 7:15 p.m. Choir practice.

Sunday, May 8: 9:30 a.m. Worship and Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship.

Tuesday, May 10: 7 p.m. Parish Planning.

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, May 3, Bible Study after 9 a.m. Communion Service.

Special events: Wednesday, May 4, Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick, Stump the Chump after 9 a.m. Mass.; Sunday, May 8, Mother’s Day; Tuesday, May 10, Bible Study after 9 a.m. Communion Service, Knights of Columbus meeting 7 p.m.

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor Sunday, May 8: 8 a.m. Worship; 9 am. Coffee Fellowship.

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor Wednesday, May 4: 7:30 p.m. Youth Meeting.

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

Monday, May 9: Pastor visiting shut-ins.

Tuesday, May 10: 7 p.m. Bible Study.

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

Mid-week service: Wednesday 7 p.m.

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

TRINITY LUTHERAN of Garfield, 1578 85th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, April 27: 6 p.m. JAM Fun/Game Day at Deronda; 6 p.m. Confirmation at Deronda.

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

Tuesday, May 10: 6:30 p.m. New Member Meet & Greet at Little Falls; 7 p.m. All Parish Councils meeting at Little Falls.

See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.trinity lutheranchurchofamery.com UNITED COVENANT, 348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake Dan Pearson, pastor Wednesday, May 4: 5:30 p.m. Fellowship Supper; 5:50 p.m.

Worship Team 2 Practice; 6:15 p.m. Kids/Youth/Adult Small Group.

Friday, May 6: 10 a.m. Ridgeview Ground Breaking Ceremony, Open House until 4 p.m.

Sarturday, May 7: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Ridgeview Open House.

Sunday, May 8: 8:30 a.m. Mighty OAKS/Youth; 8:45 a.m.

Adult Class; All Sunday School classes meet upstairs for opening, 9:30 a.m. Worship Team 2 practice; 10 a.m. Worship service.

Tuesday, May 10: 8 a.m. Sweet Hour of Prayer; 6:30 p.m.

Leadership Team meeting.

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

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

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

WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, ELCA, 447 180th St., Osceola, Rexford D. Brandt, pastor Wednesday, May 4: 9 a.m. Men’s Work Group.

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

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.

AREA CHURCHES CONTINUED LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN, 1272 44th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, May 4: 6 p.m. JAM Fun/Game Day at Deronda; 6 p.m. Confirmation at Deronda.

Thursday, May 5: 9 a.m. Quilting at Little Falls.

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

Tuesday, May 10: 6:30 p.m. New Member Meet & Greet at Little Falls; 7 p.m. All Parish Councils meeting at Little Falls.

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

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

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

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

Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 p.m.

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

NEW LIFE COMMUNITY, Amery Craig Jorgenson, 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, May 4: 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. BRB. Thursday, May 5: 8:15 a.m. Tops’ Club; 8:30 a.m. Bible Study.

Sunday, May 8: 9 am. Contemporary worship service with Holy Communion; 10:15 a.m Sunday school; 10:30 a.m.

Spring Adult Book Study.

Monday, May 9: 6:30 p.m. Lion Den meeting.

Tuesday, May 10: 6:30 p.m. Parents of Scouts.

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OBITUARIES

William J. E. Shafer

Socorro R. Steele

William John Enoch Shafer of Fairfax, VA entered into eternal life on April 16, 2016 at the age of 87. Loving husband of Carol Eleanor Dahlstrom Shafer for 62 years, he was a devoted father to five daughters: Suzanne Marie Shafer; Cynthia Ann MacMaster (David); Kathleen Rachael Calder (Michael); Mary Shafer Armstrong (Jody); and Patricia Shafer Langevin. He was the proud grandfather of eleven grandchildren.

He is survived by a brother, Robert L. Shafer of New York City.

Bill was born February 26, 1929 in Amery, WI to the late William C.E. and Gertrude Porter Shafer.

He graduated from Amery High School, 1947, and the University of Wisconsin, River Falls, 1951. He received a master’s degree in Mathematics and Finance from the Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, CA. In his 22 year distinguished Naval career, Bill served on the East and West Coasts and aboard ship, taught at the US Naval Academy and worked at the Pentagon.

After his retirement as a Commander in the US Navy, Bill joined the Institute for Defense Analyses, Arlington, VA for an equally outstanding 22 years.

The Shafer family has lived in Fairfax, VA for 47 years. Bill was extremely active in the Catholic Church. He generously assisted several parishes in the Arlington diocese, most recently St. Mark in Vienna.

Visitation was Sunday, May 1st from 2 to 4 p.m. at Murphy Funeral Home, 1102 W. Broad Street, Falls Church, Va. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial was held Monday, May 2 at 11 a.m. at St. Mark Catholic Church, 9970 Vale Road, Vienna, VA. Burial will be at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Bill’s name to: Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington, 200 N Glebe Road, Suite 506, Arlington, VA 22203.

He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Socorro Roberta Steele, age 78, of Amery, WI and formerly of Woodville, WI, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2016 at her home in Amery, surrounded by her family.

Socorro was born on August 21, 1937 in Forsyth, Montana to Juan and Eulalia Covarrubias. She and her 8 siblings grew up in the farmlands surrounding Rosebud, MT. Socorro attended school in Rosebud until 1953 at Sacred Heart School and graduated high school in 1955 from Miles City, MT. Shortly after graduation, she moved to St. Paul, MN where she went to work at Macalester College. She later worked at Donaldson’s in Baldwin, WI and Fortis/Hartford Life where she retired.

On December 31, 1957, she married John (Jack) Steele. They had five children, Michael, Mark, Debbie, Ron and Luke. As a family, they enjoyed hunting and fishing together. Socorro enjoyed music of all kinds, dancing, flower gardening and having the family together for Sunday meals.

In addition to her parents, Socorro was preceded in death by her brothers, Juan “John”, Elias “Leo”, Francisco “Frank” and Pablo “Paul” Covarrubias.

Socorro is survived by her husband, John (Jack) Steele; children Mike (Louise) Steele of Amery, WI; Mark (Amy) Steele of Osakis, MN; Debbie Steele of St. Paul, MN; Ron (Wendie) Steele of Clear Lake, WI and Luke (Holly) Steele of Hudson, WI; as well as many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She is also survived by her loving sisters Maria Dora “Mary” Ruffatto; Maximiana “Sister Consuelo” Covarrubias; Concepcion “Connie” (Bob) Ratzel and Amparo “Consie” Kelly; and many loving nieces and nephews.

A Funeral Mass will take place on Friday May 6 at 2:00 pm at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1050 Keller Avenue N, Amery WI 54001.

Memorials are preferred to the family.

Arrangements entrusted to St Joseph Catholic Church and Cremation Society of MN.

We love to hear from our subscribers, advertisers and readers. Here are the many ways you can contact us: Mail: Amery Free Press, Box 424, Amery, WI 54001 Phone: 715-268-8101 FAX: 715-268-5300

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May 27th 1949-April 15th 2016 Theodore Leroy Hughes passed away in a house fire April 15th 2016.

Born May 27th 1949 in Amery Wi, to Vernice (Ted) and Lillian(Swanson) Hughes.

As a young lad Ted picked rock and worked on many farms. He graduated from Unity High School in 1968.

On April 17th 1971 he was joined in marriage to Karen (Richard) Hughes.

Together they raised 6 children -twins Stacy and Tracy, Mariann, Shawn, Mike, Megan.

Ted has lived is whole life in Milltown Wi, with an exception of 1 year in California as a truck driver. The majority of jobs he held were as a machinist, after graduating from WITC Rice Lake he was hired on to Angle Industries of Baldwin Wi until he retired for medical purposes.

Ted was an avid deer hunter and fisherman. He taught Hunters Safety for many years to the local youth. His hunting guns and trap shooting were his passion. He was an active member of both Fox Creek and Balsam Lake gun clubs. He loved to sing Karaoke, his grandchildren were his pride and joy. Ted was always willing to help you the best he could. He will be greatly missed by many.

Ted was preceded in death by his wife Karen Hughes, Sons - Stacy and Shawn Hughes, Parents - Lillian and Vernice (Ted) Hughes, Sister - Nancy Hughes, Brother - Gereald (Butch) Hughes, Brothers-in-law - Roger Mackinnon and Paul Vanpelt.

Survived by Sons - Tracy (Jolene) Hughes, Jimmy Hughes, Mike Hughes; Daughters - Mariann (Kevin) Sobczak, Megan Hughes; Grandchildren - Jordan Hughes, Zachary Sobczak, Austin Hughes, Lauren Sobczak, Olivia Sobczak and Emily Shay; Pets - Nicolas, Nellie; Sisters - Laura (Tudy)Vanpelt, Janet (Charlie) Mackinnon, Julie (Joe) Carey; Brother - Delbert Hughes, Sister-in law - Joyce Hughes, and many nephew, nieces and friends.

Honorary Pallbearers: Jordan and Austin Hughes, Zach, Lauren and Olivia Sobczak, and Jimmy Hughes.

A Celebration of Life will take place on June 11th at the Blacksmith Shop in Balsam Lake Wi. If you wish to send cards of condolences you can send them to Mariann Sobczak 436 Keller Ave. So. Amery Wi 54001

Amery Free Lutheran Church

Email: Tom Stangl: tstangl@ theameryfreepress.com

Pam Humpal: phumpal@ theameryfreepress.com

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Saturday, June 11 Noon-3 p.m.

Mustard Seed Faith Academy ALL CLASS REUNION North Park Pavilion, Amery FELLOWSHIP POTLUCK

What to bring: •A dish to pass (with serving utensil) •Lawn chairs or blanket to sit on •Memories and photos to share •Your spouse and children What will be provided: •Plates, cups, plastic utensils, napkins •Beverages •Games •Blessing of fellowship

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Please RSVP by Friday, May 13 Amery Free Lutheran church, click on Events.

Click Mustard Seed Faith Academy Reunion.

Select GOING, leave a comment for # attending.

Share the event with your classmates.

Or by calling 715-268-9218 or email 40Years@ameryflc.org and specify “Class Reunion”

Sunday, June 12 Special Worship service 9:30 a.m.

Catered Meal (free-will offering)

11:30 a.m.

Celebration Time 1 p.m. with greetings, sharing and music (Please RSVP by calling 715-268-9218 or email 40Years@ameryflc.org by Friday, May 13

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Celebrating 50 years of marriage on May 7th

Ridgeview Senior Housing Expansion Ground Breaking and Open House

Spring Fair

Great Vendors and Crafters!

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Saturday, May 7th, 10 am-4 pm Deer’s Bar & Grill (Dining Room) Deer Park, WI Over 17 vendors and crafters!

Event and Banquet Center

Ridgeview Senior Housing in Clear Lake will be adding a 16 unit addition to the existing 23 unit complex

A Ground Breaking Ceremony is scheduled for Friday, May 6, at 10 a.m.

With love from your family!

OPEN HOUSE Friday & Saturday, May 6 & 7, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Ridgeview Senior Housing is located at 390 5th Street NW, Clear Lake, WI

Clear Lake Golf Course Clear Lake, Wis.

Main Street, Clear Lake

For more information call Art Moore 715-263-2544

Beginning Friday, May 13

Garrett’s Greenhouse

is open for the season Hours are Sunday-Friday 9 am-7 pm

Customer Appreciation Day Friday, May 6th, 9 am-7 pm

Dresser Osceola Garfield Fire Association

Bring Mom to Lucky’s for our HOLIDAY BRUNCH BUFFET Sunday, May 8

Mother’s Day Pancake Breakfast

All perennials are 10% off

Hours: 4:30-8:30 p.m.

We are located east of Clear Lake on County Road “A” one mile east of the Polk-Barron County Line and 1/2 mile south (right) on 1st Street, first place on the right.

If you are coming from the East, we are 1/2 mile west of Reeve on “A” and 1/2 mile south (left) on 1st Street, first place on the right.

Including all your Breakfast favorites plus shrimp, ham, meatballs, baby reds, vegetables, salads, fruit and a dessert table including pies

Garfield Fire Station Downtown Wanderoos

Sunday, May 8 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Rain or Shine

Serving 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

RESERVATIONS APPRECIATED 715-263-3888 or 715-554-0102

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Sole Burner Walk . . . Power Up Family 2K . . . Nursing Home Week . . .

Mother’s Day . . . so much to do!

Welcome to May! And the weather is even starting to feel like May… YAY!!!

By this time of year, the golfers Pounding have already taking a few the swings or else Pavement they are wishing that they could Pam Humpal get out and enjoy the course.

Included in this issue are special sections featuring the Amery and Clear Lake Golf Courses. The sections contain tips on how to play each hole, the Summer schedule, and information on the golf clubs.

Thank you to the course managers, employees, and golfers for your assistance with our Golf Sections.

Good Luck to all golfers…enjoy your game!

matched by Cheryl and Chris at Club 53. Bingo will consist of a variety of games with great prizes.

Come join the fun at Club 53 on Friday night.

The annual American Cancer Society Sole Burner Walk will take place this Saturday, May 7, at the Amery High School. Teams or individuals can still register for the event by calling Danielle 715-781-1873, Tammy 715-781-3016, or online at soleburner.org/amery.

The walk/run around the high school track begins at 9:15am.

Please help the fight against cancer. If you can not participate in the walk on Saturday morning, but would like to donate to this worthwhile cause, please give me a call at 715-268-8101.

Another great fundraiser in the fight against cancer is the annual Celebrity Bartending & Bingo held at the Club 53 Bar & Lanes in Amery on Friday, May 6, from 5:30-7:30pm. The event is hosted by the Club 53 Women’s Bowling Team with proceeds graciously

It’s anniversary time at ELLIE’S ICE CREAM. They are celebrating 11 years by offering 11% off everything on Thursday, May 5.

Stop by Ellie’s and enjoy delicious ice cream and coffee treats. They are located in downtown Amery, next to Chet Johnson Drug.

Also happening in Amery on Saturday morning is the Seven Lakes Half Marathon and Power Up Family 2K. The course runs on the Stower Seven Lakes State Trail with the start and finish at the Soo Line Park Pavilion. Check out their advertisement in this issue for complete details.

This Sunday, May 8, is Mother’s Day! It is a wonderful opportunity to show Mom just how much you care and appreciate everything she does for you. Happy Mother’s Day to all Moms! A special Mother’s Day wish to my mother-in-law, Phyllis, and to my daughter-inlaws, Rachel and Ariel!

On Tuesday, May 17, the Amery Free Press will publish our special Graduation Section highlighting seniors from Amery, Clayton and Clear Lake Schools. There are still a few graduates who have not turned their information in to us in order to be included in this special edition. A list of those students can be found elsewhere in this issue. Thank you to the graduates, parents and school personnel for your assistance in gathering all the pictures and information.

Area businesses who would like

to get a congratulation wish for their employees into the Graduation Section should please give me a call today at 715-268-8101. The deadline is Friday, May 6. Also, you may submit a baby picture of your favorite graduate to be included in this special section. The cost for a baby picture is just $10. The baby pictures deadline is May 6.

Next week is National Nursing Home Week. In observance, Golden Age Manor and Willow Ridge Healthcare is having a variety of special programs and events for their residents, family and friends to enjoy. Plan to visit a nursing home…it will brighten the residents day!

Also happening is… *Wisconsin Fishing Opener is this Saturday. Good Luck fishermen! *National Teacher Appreciation Week. Thank you to all the teachers for their dedication, especially to the teachers in my family. *May is ALS Awareness Month.

Please pray that they find a cure for this terrible disease. *Amery Trail Days is June 3 & 4. The event consists of community-wide garage sales, petting zoo, FREE ice cream cones, fire trucks on display, bike safety rodeo, pancake breakfast, and much more.

This past weekend, we had our annual bowling team trip (with no bowling involved) to Milwaukee.

We went to the Alan Jackson concert which was wonderful…he is a great singer! We rented a house in Waukesha which was very nice.

Needless to say, there were a lot of laughs over the weekend!

Have a great week…enjoy the beautiful weather!

Once again, Happy Mother’s Day!

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Out & About page also includes upcoming community events

Happy Mother’s Day!

Please join us Sunday, May 8 •Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Specials •Delicious Desserts Amery Family Restaurant 418 Keller Ave. S Amery 715-268-2100 Gift Certificates Available

Amery FFA and Countryside Cooperative presents 6th Annual

Farm in the City Day Saturday, May 7, 7 to 11 a.m.

AMERY COUNTRY STORE COUNTRYSIDE COOPERATIVE South end of Amery on Hwy. 46

•Pancakes (regular, chocolate chip and blueberry) served from 7-11 a.m.

•Petting Zoo for the children!

•Livestock Education Opportunity starts at 10 a.m. with Guest Speaker Danny Meyer on how to show livestock and showing ethics

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Questions? Call Derrick Meyer 715-554-0920

Downtown Amery

Next to Chet Johnson Drug

Specializing in Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Treats, Fresh-Ground Espresso Drinks and Specialty Coffee Hours: Mon.-Sat. 6 a.m.-9 p.m.

Sun. 8 a.m.-9 p.m.

Not valid with any other offers.

Only available May 5th, 2016

Celebrating 11 years!

Thursday, May 5th

11% off

All Day - Everything!

START A TEAM • VOLUNTEER • JOIN A TEAM 9:15 AM • Saturday, May 7 • Amery High School WE NEED YOUR HELP! Amery’s ACS Sole Burner walk/run needs volunteers, individuals, and teams to participate in and support the annual event.

Please join the fight against cancer by supporting the event Saturday, May 7.

TAKE ACTION NOW! To volunteer, to register your team, or to register as an individual, please call Danielle at 715-781-1873 or Tammy at 715-781-3016.

WANT TO REGISTER ONLINE? Simply go to soleburner.org/amery

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OPEN TO THE PUBLIC $50.00 prize for the winning design Theme: Harvesting Memories Size: Button must be sized to a 5” circle Media: Open, examples, graphic design, photography, drawing, painting, etc. If a photo is utilized, it must be taken by the entry of a local spot.

Quality: (applies only to digital) - must be resolution of at least 300dpi a/k/a pixels per inch DO NOT include text on the design; we will add Fall Festival 2016 Send all designs to: Amery Fall Festival, PO Box 1, Amery, WI 54001 Please include your name and contact information.

Any questions, please contact Mary Aasmundrud at 715-554-0547 Deadline: Designs need be submitted by May 15, 2016.

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Club 53 Bar & Lanes Downtown Amery • 715-268-8921

Stop in and meet our “Celebrity Bartenders” plus play Bingo for special prizes. hosted by the Club 53 Ladies Bowling Team

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TAC TWO

Friday, May 6, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Established 1995

Raising money for Amery’s American Cancer Society Walk/Run which is on Saturday, May 7

SPORTS BAR & GRILL

Downtown Amery, WI 715-268-8222 www.tactwobarandgrill.com

Proceeds matched by Club 53 Bar & Lanes

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 11 A.M.-CLOSE

Serving 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Amery Country Store Featuring: Oven-Roasted Turkey, Honey-Glazed Ham, Chicken Tenders, BBQ Meatballs, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Egg Bake, Vegetables, Biscuits & Gravy, Sausage, French Toast, Fresh Fruit, Dessert Bar and more!

Adults $13.95 Children 5-10 $6.95 Under 5 FREE Reservations appreciated

Friday Fish Fry

Includes potato, veggie, soup & salad bar & dessert

554 St. Rd. 46, Amery 715-268-7482

FISHING SEASON OPENER!

HOURS: M-F 7 am-6 pm Sat. 7 am-1 pm

Newly Remodeled with rustic barnwood!

Hunting & Fishing Licenses now available!

Live Bait • Minnows • Ice • Beer • Wine • Fishing Supplies • Tackle

Join us for Grand Re-Opening Friday, May 13 Party starts at 6 p.m.

WATCH NEXT WEEK’S PAPER FOR COMPLETE DETAILS

One mile north of Amery on Hwy. 46, 1/2 mile west on Cty. Rd. H 715-268-8774

Come have a blast at a Mystery Dinner Theater presented by

Amery Congregational Church

MEXICAN RESTAURANT AND BAR

COME HAVE A BLAST AT A MYSTERY DINNER THEATER PRESENTED BY:

Amery Congregational Church

337 S. Keller Ave. Amery, WI

Announcing...

mother’s dAy spring brunch At fArm tAble

Family Style Platters of farm-fresh eggs • pork hash • French toast Spring greens • bottle-fed veal • roast potatoes with fresh rhubarb cobbler • homemade ice cream and tea or coffee

$19.95 New Chef Matt Ellison will also create a special appetizer platter Mom deserves the best!

Hours: 10:00 to 5:00 Reservations Recommended Patio is Open

715-268-9801

Cinco de Mayo - Thursday, May 5

•Chicken Fajita Special •Drink Specials

Celebrate Mother’s Day with us!

Sunday, May 8

50% off Mom’s Dinner Not available w/any other coupon or special.

One coupon per table.

Good May 8, 2016

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Space available for parties, meetings, etc.

Groups of 10 or more, please call for reservations

HOURS: Sun.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. www.garibaldismexicanrestaurant.com

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Sundays May 1 & 8, 12 noon

It’s opening night at a new 1950’s style restaurant – Mike’s 50’s Cafe. Guests arrive dressed in fifties attire ready to celebrate! As the night progresses, secrets are revealed. However, some It’s opening night at a new 1950’s style restaurant - Mike’s 50’s Cafe. characters are desperate to keep things hidden. And when one person decides that another’s Guests arrive dressed fiftbeies attire to celebrate!

Asdid the elimination is the only solution, in you’ll called on toready help solve the crime. Who it? night How did he orprogresses, she do it? And secrets why? are revealed. However, some characters are

desperate to keep things one person decides that You’ll hidden. flip at greatAnd food, when fun, & prizes! another’s elimination is the onlyDRESSED solution,INyou’ll be ATTIRE called on to help IF YOU WISH, COME 1950’S solve the crime. Who did it? How did he or she do it? And why?

COST: $20 You’ll flip at great food, fun & prizes!

Tickets: Contact a MT16 Member or the Church Office 715.268.7390 IF YOU WISH, COME DRESSED IN 1950’S ATTIRE

COST: $20

PRESENTED BY MT16 TO SUPPORT THEIR HABITAT FOR HUMANITY TRIP IN JUNE

Tickets: Contact a MT16 Member or the Church Office 715-268-7390

Presented by MT16 to support their Habitat for Humanity trip in June

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This week’s sports Amery Baseball

May 10 at Unity

May 3 vs. Baldwin-Woodville May 5 at Somerset May 6 at Grantsburg May 10 vs. Prescott

Amery Golf May 6 at Hayward Invite May 7 at Hayward Invite May 9 MBC at Hammond May 10 MBC at Amery

Amery Soccer May 3 vs. Hayward May 5 at Barron May 6 vs. Osceola May 9 vs. Baldwin-Woodville

Clayton Softball May 3 vs. Frederic/ Luck at Turtle Lake May 5 vs. Frederick/ Luck at Frederic May 6 at Somerset May 9 at St. Croix Falls May 10 at Unity

Clayton Track May 6 at New Auburn May 10 at Colfax

Clear Lake Baseball May 3 vs. Siren May 5 at Flambeau May 6 vs. Cameron May 9 vs. Prairie Farm May 10 at Cameron

Amery Softball

Clear Lake Golf

May 3 at New Richmond May 5 at Baldwin-Woodville May 6 at Grantsburg May 10 vs. Prescott

May 3 at St. Croix Falls May 5 Conference at Clear Lake May 5 vs. Siren/Webster May 10 Conference at Grantsburg

Amery Tennis May 3 at New Richmond May 7 Quad at New Richmond May 10 at Osceola

Amery Track May 3 Amery Invite May 6 at New Richmond Invite May 10 at Rice Lake Invite

Clear Lake Softball May 3 at Bruce May 5 at Flambeau May 9 vs. Prairie Farm

Clear Lake Track May 3 at Amery Invite May 10 at Colfax Invite

Clayton Baseball May 3 vs. Luck/Frederic at Clayton May 5 vs. Luck/Frederic at Luck May 6 at Somerset May 9 at St. Croix Falls

Warriors weather storm at SCC, claim fifth win

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery secured its fourth-place position in the Middle Border Conference baseball standings on Friday with a 7-6 victory over the St. Croix Central Panthers. After building a solid, 7-3 lead over the first six and a half innings, the Warriors (5-5) had to dig deep to withstand a seventh-inning rally

by SCC. Amery claimed the early lead when Peter Elwood reached base on a walk and scored on a first-inning error. But the Panthers answered in similar fashion with a second inning walk, followed by two stolen bases and a balk to tie the score at 1-1.

Sam Fornengo gave the War-

riors another go-ahead run in the fourth when he drilled a triple to left field with one out and scored on a two-out single by Bergen Kjeseth. Amery extended its lead in the fi fth when Brett Forrest and Peter Elwood led off the inning with singles and Bennett Paulson followed with a fielder’s choice.

All three scored in the inning.

Ellsworth took advantage of a hit-by-pitch situation in the bottom of the inning to trim its deficit to three runs. Then Kjeseth added what turned out to be the game-winning run in the sixth when he singled and then scored on an Ellsworth balk.

Ellsworth finally started to see success at the plate in the final half inning as it had five batters reach base, but after scoring three

runs, their rally ended with a fly ball to centerfield that left the tying and go-ahead runs stranded on base.

Amery finished with 10 hits in the game, including four batters with multiple hits. Forrest, Fornengo and Kjeseth each hit 2-for-4 while Paulson was 2-for-3.

Forrest and Elwood each scored two runs. Paulson, Fornengo and Kjeseth tallied one run each, and Paulson, Ryan Van Blaricom and Kjeseth each tallied an RBI. Paulson was the winning pitcher, striking out 13 batters, walking two and scattering six hits and two walks in seven innings.

Amery 100 132 0 – 7 St. Croix Central 010 011 3 - 6

Panthers edge Amery, 2-0

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Tuesday’s Middle Border Conference baseball showdown between the Amery Warriors and Ellsworth Panthers featured just two runs and eight hits. The two teams were duking it out for the third-place spot in the conference standings. Unfortunately for the Warriors (4-5), the edge was held in both departments by the Panthers (5-4), who claimed a 2-0 victory in Amery.

Lane Christensen pitched the full seven innings for the War-

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Ellsworth took advantage of an all-important two-run second inning and held on for the victory.

The neither of the Panther’s scoring runs reached base with hits, however, as the first trip around the bases began with an error and the second, a walk.

Christensen, Brett Forrest and Bennett Paulson each hit 1-for3 for the Amery Warriors, who were on the receiving end of 12 strikeouts.

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Amery’s boys’ track and field team caught fire at the eight team Baldwin-Woodville Invitational on April 26, winning the team title by nearly 100 points over second-place Osceola.

Brett Schulte continued to put on a show for the Warriors, winning the 110-meter high hurdles (17.14 seconds) and the triple jump (38-05.75).

He also placed third in the 300-meter hurdles (47.36 seconds) and long jump (18-03.50). Cody Thomsen added individual victories in the 100-meter dash (12.06 seconds) and 4x400-meter relay (3:38.89) and tacked on a third-place finish in the 200-meter dash (24.60 seconds) to complete a sweep of the top three places by the Warriors in the boys’ 200. Max Goulet was also a double winner – in the 200-meter dash and 4x400-meter relay – and placed second in the 100-meter dash (12.23 seconds).

Also claiming individual wins were Kara Standaert (girls’ 100-meter hurdles, 13.62 seconds), Liz Monette (girls’ 1,600-meter run, 5:47.76), Dylan Eiynck (boys’ 1600-meter run, 5:01.86), Cheyenne Edwards (girls’ 400-meter dash, 1:04.65), Matt Goodrum (boys’ 4x400), Lance Waalen (boys 4x400), Shawn Waalen (boys’ pole vault, 10-00), Elijah Newton (boys’ shot put, 45-09).

The boys’ 4x800-meter relay team of Ryan Heiss, Seth Amundsen, Eiynck and Caleb Ladwig placed second with a time of 9:07.78. Goodrum was runner up in two events – 200-meter dash (24.42 seconds)and high jump (5-06) – and third in the 400-meter dash (54.00 seconds). Jenesis Gustafson was second in the girls’ discus throw (99-08) while Newton did the same in the boys’ discus (134-04).

Amundsen wrapped up the thirdplace spot in the mile run (5:15.62) while Heiss did the same in the boys’ 2-mile (11:31.43). Alex Castorena Gonsalez took third in the boys’ pole vault (9-00) and Gabby Fredrick was second runner up in the girls’ shot put (29-09).

Osceola dominated the girls’ team standing, defeating second-place St. Croix Central by 92 points.

Team Scores Girls Osceola 187.50, St. Croix Central 95.50, Prescott 91.75, Baldwin-Woodville 91.75, Amery 78.50, Spring Valley 51, Elmwood Plum city 38, Clear Lake 34

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Amery 213, Osceola 118, St. Croix Central 96.50, Prescott 73, Spring Valley 68, Elmwood/Plum City 50, Clear Lake 36.50, Baldwin-Woodville 35

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Shorthanded Warriors hold close at B-W Quad

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery’s boys’ tennis team found a day full of evenly-matched competition on April 30 when it participated in the Baldwin-Woodville Quad.

The Warriors finished the day 1-2 with all three duals being decided by just one match.

“The team continues to improve as our players gain experience and confidence,” said Amery Coach Kevin Olson. “Playing in this triple dual without two of our four regular sin-

gles players, some of our guys played in higher flights than usual; but we still split, winning 10 of 21 matches. With just 2 more individual match wins, we could have won all three team matches, 4-3.”

Amery opened with a 4-3 victory over Ashland.

Two of its victories came in singles play and two in doubles action. At No. 2 singles, Tommy Oman dominated his match 6-0, 6-0 while Noah Zinn worked hard for a 7-5, 6-2 victory at No. 3 singles.

Amery’s No. 2 doubles

team of Job Hutchens and Johs Bjorge claimed a 6-2, 6-3 victory while the No. 3 doubles duo of Adam Doroff and Isaac Hanson survived a 7-6 (12), 1-6, 10-7 superbreak marathon match.

The Warriors followed with a 3-4 loss to Black River Falls, with all three victories coming in doubles action. Cole Jacupciak and Corey Moor dominated the No. 1 doubles match 6-1, 6—2.

Zinn and Konrad Becker took a 6-2, 6-2 victory at No. 2 and the No. 3 team won by forfeit.

Noah Rademaker picked up his first No. 1 singles win of the day in a 3-4 team loss to Baldwin-Woodville by a close score of 7-5, 6-4. Oman added his second No. 2 singles victory of the

day by a margin of 6-2, 6-4. Zinn earned a super tiebreak win at No. 3 singles 2-6, 6-0, 10-4 to finish the day with a perfect individual record.

“This was Daniel Marquand’s first varsity

match, and Konrad Becker’s first singles match on the varsity squad,” Coach Olson said. “Konrad barely lost to his Ashland opponent in a lengthy third set super tiebreak, 11-13.”

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Christensen, Warriors 2nd in MBC

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

With a first-place individual finish by Thomas Christensen and a second-place team finish at Baldwin-Woodville on April 26, Amery’s boys’ golf team maintained its No. 2 spot in the Middle Border Conference standings. Christensen’s third MBC win of the season, extended his season lead over St. Croix Central’s Drew Malececk to 10 points in the individual conference title race.

James Lindquist also had a solid day on the links, recording a 10th-

place score of 42 while Ethan Panek (17th) finished in 44 strokes. Dalton Rademaker posted a 48 and David Olson, a 48.

Somerset took the team title with a score of 167 to extend its conference lead to two points over Amery.

Team Scores Somerset 167, Amery 170, New Richmond 171, Ellsworth 180, Baldwin-Woodville 181, St. Croix Central 183, Prescott 191, Osceola 208

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BERRY LEMON PIE Make a graham cracker crust or use a ready-made one from the store.

Beat together until well blended: 1 pkg. (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened 1/4 c. sugar 1/4 c. milk 3 T. lemon juice Gently stir in: 1 c. frozen whipped topping, thawed Put into the graham cracker crust.

Top with: 3 c. fresh blueberries (or your favorite fruit) Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Hint: Try using various other fruits on top for variations of taste.

If you like stuffed pasta shells, you might like to try this recipe.

CHICKEN ALFREDO STUFFED SHELLS Fry 5 slices of bacon and crumble.

Cook and drain as directed on package: 1 box (12 oz.) jumbo pasta shells Put onto a cookie sheet to cool and drizzle with some olive oil over them so they won’t stick together.

Put into a large bowl and combine: The cooked and cooled pasta 1 jar (15 oz.) Alfredo pasta sauce 1/2 c. chicken stock Combine lightly in another large bowl: 4 c. cooked chicken, cut into bite-size pieces 3 c. ricotta cheese 1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese 1 egg, slightly beaten 2 T. fresh chopped parsley 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes dash of salt and pepper half of the crumbled bacon Put some of the Alfredo mixture on the bottom of a sprayed/greased 9x13” baking pan.

Put some of the chicken mixture into each cooked pasta shell and put shells in slightly diagonal rows until the baking sheet is full (about 28 to 30 shells). Cover shells with remaining Alfredo sauce mixture.

Bake at 375° for about 35 minutes or until sauce is bubbling and filling is hot. Sprinkle with the remaining crumbled bacon. Serves 6-8.

These potato cups are a side dish with mashed potatoes, cheese, eggs, etc. and are made in muffin pans.

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POTATO CUPS Cook 5 large russet potatoes, drain and mash, then put into a bowl.

Combine in bowl: The mashed potatoes 1 c. shredded cheddar cheese 1 T. butter, softened 3 large beaten eggs salt and pepper to taste Spray 15 muffin cups. Put some of the mixture into each cup and pile as high as you want. These muffins don’t rise.

Bake at 350° for about 40 minutes or until browned.

Remove from the cups and cool 10 minutes. Serve with sour cream and chopped fresh chives. Makes up to 15 muffins, depending on how much you put into the muffin cups.

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This is an easy way to make baked chicken.

NO FUSS BAKED CHICKEN Combine in bowl: 1/2 c. maple syrup 1/2 c. Dijon mustard 2 T. soy sauce Place on a 9x13” sprayed baking pan: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or 8 chicken thighs Pour the sauce over the chicken and be sure chicken is coated with sauce.

Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper to taste.

Place between the chicken pieces: 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, snipped/broken into pieces 2 springs fresh thyme, snipped/broken into pieces Bake at 400° for about 50 minutes or until meat thermometer reaches 165° or more according to your taste of doneness but be sure it is at least that temperature so it is safe to eat.

When serving, spoon sauce over the chicken pieces.

Tip: When beating egg whites, add a bit of water and you will almost double the quantity.

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This recipe makes a delicious German Chocolate Cake. It begins with a chocolate cake mix.

SCRUMPTIOUS GERMAN CHOCOLATE CAKE Mix and bake according to directions on package for 2 – 9” layers: 1 (16.5 oz.) chocolate cake mix Let the layers cool on a wire rack.

Combine and cook over medium heat in a saucepan, stirring occasionally: 1 can (14 oz.) sweetened condensed milk 3 T. butter Remove from heat, add and stir in: 1 tsp. vanilla Stir in: 1-1/2 c. chopped pecans 2 c. shredded coconut Place one of the layers onto a serving platter (flat side down). Spread half the frosting layer onto the cake and add the second layer (rounded side up). Frost with the remaining frosting.

In a small microwave bowl, microwave 10-15 seconds or until slightly thin: 3/4 c. canned chocolate frosting Drizzle over the frosting on top and let drizzle down the sides. Store cake in refrigerator until all is gone.

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4:30-7 pm Ladies Night Out at Amery Chevrolet 4:30 pm HS Girls Soccer at Barron Area schools 5 pm HS Softball vs.

Baldwin-Woodville at Millpond Park Field 5 pm HS Baseball at Somerset 6:30 p.m. Bingo at the Amery VFW

Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Pool, 12:30 pm Hand & Foot Cards, 6 pm Zumba Live, 7 pm Alcoholics Anonymous 8:15 am Amery Housing Authority monthly board meeting 9 am HS Boys Golf Invitational at Turtleback 4 pm HS Girls Soccer vs.

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SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS AMERY Monday, May 9— 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: Mandarin chicken, brown rice, steamed carrot coins, garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate lunch: Mandarin chicken or chicken nuggets, brown rice, steamed carrot coins, garden bar, fruit choices.

Middle lunch: Mandarin chicken or chicken nuggets, brown rice, steamed carrot coins, garden bar, fruit choices.

HS lunch: Mandarin chicken or chicken nuggets, brown rice, steamed carrot coins, garden bar, fruit choices.

Tuesday, May 10— ES & IS breakfast: Assorted breads or Mini blueberry waffles or Cold cereal choices, cheese stick, fruit choice and fruit juice.

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

Elementary lunch: Deli turkey sandwich, cauliflower/ broccoli w/cheese, garden bar, fruit choices.

CLEAR LAKE Monday, May 9— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal or sausage pizza, Krave S’mores.

Elementary lunch: Chicken chow mein or popcorn chicken, rice, chow mein noodles, green beans, carrots with dip, pineapple, fortune cookie.

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

High school lunch: Chicken chow mein or boneless chicken wings, chow mein noodles, rice, green beans, carrots/dip, applesauce, banana, fortune cookie.

Tuesday, May 10— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal and cheese stick or donut.

Elementary lunch: Cheeseburger or macaroni & cheese, french fries, baked beans, applesauce.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, muffi n, french toast sticks, Pop Tart,

POLK COUNTY SENIOR DINING Intermediate lunch: Deli turkey sandwich or chicken salad croissant, cauliflower/ broccoli w/cheese, garden bar, fruit choices.

Middle lunch: Deli turkey sandwich or chicken salad croissant, cauliflower/broccoli w/cheese, garden bar, fruit choices.

HS lunch: Deli turkey sandwich or chicken salad croissant, cauliflower/broccoli w/cheese, garden bar, fruit choices.

Wednesday, May 11— 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: BBQ pork sandwich, baked chips, garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate lunch: BBQ pork sandwich or meatball sub, baked chips, garden bar, fruit choices.

Middle lunch: BBQ pork sandwich or meatball sub, baked chips, garden bar, fruit choices.

HS lunch: BBQ pork sandwich or meatball sub, baked chips, garden bar, fruit choices.

Thursday, May 12— ES & IS breakfast: Breakfast pizza or UBR (Ultimate Breakfast Round) or Cold cereal choices, cheese stick, fruit choice and fruit juice.

MS & HS morning break: Breakfast pizza or UBR (Ul-

cheese omelet.

High school lunch: Cheeseburger or pulled pork sandwich, french fries, baked beans, mandarin oranges, pineapple chunks.

Wednesday, May 11— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal and “Gripz” ghocolate chip graham crackers or sausage & cheese sandwich.

Elementary lunch: Cheesy ravioli and breadstick or pepperoni pizza, salad bar, sliced apples, “Jonny Pop” fruit bar.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, yogurt, muffi n, “Gripz” crackers, sausage & cheese sandwich.

High school lunch: Cheesy ravioli with breadstick or pepperoni pizza, steamed corn, garden salad, sliced apples, pears.

Thursday, May 12— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal or french toast sticks, cheese omelet.

Elementary lunch: Mini corn dogs or peanut butter

timate Breakfast Round) or yogurt parfait or cold cereal choices, cheese stick, fruit choices and fruit juice.

Elementary lunch: Homemade spaghetti, garlic toast, green beans, garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate lunch: Homemade spaghetti, garlic toast, green beans, garden bar, fruit choices.

Middle lunch: Homemade spaghetti, garlic toast, green beans, garden bar, fruit choices.

HS lunch: Homemade spaghetti, garlic toast, green beans, garden bar, fruit choices.

Friday, May 13— ES & IS breakfast: Mini cinnamon roll or Warrior sandwich or cold cereal choices, grahams, fruit choice and fruit juice.

MS & HS morning break: Mini cinnamon roll or Warrior sandwich or mini bagel/ cream cheese or cold cereal choices, grahams, fruit choice and fruit juice.

Elementary lunch: Warrior burgers, sweet potato fries, baked beans, garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate lunch: Warrior burgers or hot dogs, sweet potato fries, baked beans, garden bar, fruit choices.

Middle lunch: Warrior burgers or hot dogs, sweet potato fries, baked beans, garden bar, fruit choices.

HS lunch: Warrior burgers or hot dogs, sweet potato fries, baked beans, garden bar, fruit choices.

sandwich, potato wedges, steamed broccoli, cheese sauce, peaches.

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

High school lunch: Brunch Lunch,” cheese omelet, sausage links, muffi n, hash browns, bell peppers, orange wedges, (Chef Salad option)

Friday, May 13— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal or cinnamon roll, yogurt or yogurt parfait.

Elementary lunch: Ham & cheese sub, fi xings, fresh vegetables, chips, grapes, mandarin oranges High school breakfast: Cereal, yogurt parfait, cinnamon roll, cereal bar, sausage links, Krave S’mores.

High school lunch: Ham & cheese or grilledd chicken sub, fresh vegetables, tangy brocoli salad, strawberries, grapes, chips.

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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.

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Centuria 715-540-2022.

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Monday, May 9— Mother’s Day Special: Baked ham, baby red potatoes, garden peas, cheese biscuit, banana cream pie.

Tuesday, May 10— Chili con carne, white rice, Mexicali corn, WW dinner roll, mandarin oranges.

Sites closed on Wednesday.

Thursday, May 12— Manicotti w/meat sauce, California blend, breadstick, chilled peaches.

Friday, May 13— Roast turkey, gravy, mashed potatoes, green bean almandine, WW dinner roll, orange.

Faint willow's green breaks up the bare twigs' gray.

Fall's sere and brittle leaves sparse promise hold.

Warm showers come along and wash away the winter's bondage and lets leaves unfold.

And, oh! Hepaticas, lavender, white peek forth, sassy, yet delicate, they push brown leaves away.

Do you behold the south wind's victory over north?

See there; it happens faithfully each May. Now rolled-up jeans show barefoot, muddy toes, and tadpoles emerge where frogs sing in the slough.

Wild geese claim a hidden spot where iris blow, when spring wakes up, and all things grow anew.

May sings her song through sonant throat of bird.

She paints a masterpiece in delicate pastels.

Listen closely; soon in nests peeps are heard; marshmarigolds mimic sunshine in moist dells.

Just look around; the world her gown renews. embellished with reddish, opening maple leaves.

As white plum blossoms soon come into view, we revel in the newness Maytime weaves.

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Part 1: A plan for paddling Local writer Kyle Weaver shares his experience paddling the entire St. Croix National Scenic Riverway during the summer of 2016

BY KYLE WEAVER

The St. Croix National Scenic Riverway begins in two narrow locations. It winds among beaver dams and downed branches from Lake Namekagon and near Gordon, Wis., and eventually widens to accommodate big paddle boats and yachts. Between those three points, I believe there is adventure to be found.

Since moving to Osceola in 2006 to begin my career in journalism, I have been fascinated with the St. Croix and Namekagon rivers. For quite some time, I have wanted to canoe or kayak the entire river. On several occasions, I toyed with the idea of paddling all 220-plus miles in a single journey. While I have since ruled out that idea as both logistically too difficult and physically too strenuous, I have committed to finally doing it this summer over as many weekends and day trips as it may take. I figure I will need to find at least 17 days to paddle it all, which given my typical summer schedule will be a challenge in its own right.

I’ve often been asked why I want to do this. It certainly isn’t out of any need for catharsis like Chris McCandless or Cheryl Strayed. Nor do I have a burning desire to take unnecessary risks like Aron Ralston, of “Between a Rock and a Hard Place” and “127 Hours” fame. I won’t be setting any records or breaking undiscovered ground. I really just want to see the whole riverway, from where it pours over the Lake Namekagon Dam to where it becomes open and windy for small boats such as the one I intend to be in this summer. If sharing some of my experiences can bring joy to those who are unable to go on such adventures, cultivate new awareness of the riverway, or entertain those who are already fans, so much the better. Hence, this series of columns.

I am well prepared for the trip—bordering on over-prepared, actually.

Owing to my fascination with maps, I’ve spent a

good deal of time poring over the 10 riverway maps. I even printed them off, put them in a three-ring binder and color-coded them (yes, I’m aware this makes me a nerd). I’ve also sought out the counsel of a handful of St. Croix National Scenic Riverway staffers and Deb Ryun, of the St. Croix River Association, all of whom have plenty of experience on the river and have been more than happy to share what they know.

It took me an inordinate amount of time to learn about and purchase the right kayak. I am not the type of guy who easily and quickly parts with $900 (read: cheap). It therefore took me several months to research kayaks online and visit multiple stores several

times each before I settled on a boat. I needed a kayak that can pivot quickly in the narrower upper parts of the river, yet still track fairly straight on the wideopen lower sections; a ‘yak that can carry the gear I’ll need for camping, yet still be light enough to portage with relative ease. It’s a Venn diagram that simply didn’t seem to intersect, at least not at the original price point I envisioned. I finally narrowed my search to two boats and, the weekend before my planned start, I went to Hayward Outfitters in Hayward, Wis. I paid a little extra, but I got to test paddle both models before buying. I eventually settled on a 12-foot Dagger Axis, which I’ve since dubbed the Sans Souci II—fans of “Canoeing with the Cree” will appreciate the reference.

My fellow Osceola Lions Club member, John Gauper, conspired with Bending Branches President Ed Vater to outfit me with an awesome Aqua-Bound paddle for my trip, which doubtlessly will save me a lot of paddling energy over time, compared to the heavier, cheaper one I bought. I have a sponsor. How cool is that?

With about $400 more spent on a spray skirt, a one-person tent, a sleeping bag, a ground pad and various other camping gear, all of which must fit inside the Sans Souci II’s bulkhead, I was completely outfitted. This trip is already shaping up to have more in common with a backpacking adventure than I first imagined.

And so, with a float plan filed and a pick-up scheduled with my wonderful girlfriend, a scratch-free Sans Souci II and I slid into the water just below Lake Namekagon Dam on April 16 for the first weekend leg of the journey.

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Amery FFA earns two State Championships The Amery FFA competed in two State FFA Career Development Events on Friday, April 29, 2016 and brought home two state championships.

The Agronomy team members were Carl Oman, Kellie Kjeseth, Cole Jakupciak, and Dylan Clausen. In Agronomy the individual members complete a general knowledge test on crops, soils, insects, and seeds, identify weeds and crops, and compute crop appli-

cation story problems. They will move onto National competition in Indianapolis, Indiana in October.

The Dairy Evaluation and Management Team judged five classes of Holsteins, presented two sets of oral reasons, completed a dairy management exam, and linear scored two cows. Last year the Dairy Management team placed third in the state, this year the team members committed the last eight months to studying dairy man-

agement information and judging cattle to improve themselves. The dedication and determination paid off with a first place finish.

In both agronomy and dairy evaluation all four individual team members scores count for the team score. The consistency of the team members made for a successful day. Congratulations to the Amery FFA and the team members

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Amery FFA’s Agronomy Team members are (left to right) Carl Oman, Kellie Kjeseth, Cole Jakupciak, and Dylan Clausen.

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SELF HELP GROUPS Advance Directive Workshop. Who would make your healthcare decisions in the event you are unable to? How would this person know what decisions you would want made? Learn more about Advance Directives and how to complete them. Free Advance Directive Workshop will be held the first Wednesday of the month from 10-11 a.m. Wisconsin and Minnesota Advance Directives will be available. Call St. Croix Regional Medical Education Services at 715-483-0431 or 800642-1336 ext. 2431 to register.

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

Alanon/ADCH/Alateen meets every Thursday 5:30 p.m. at Clear Lake Community Center, VFW Room 122/123. Children and youth welcome. Open meeting every 5th Tuesday of the month. Renee 715-948-2249, Richard 715-554-7277, Teresa 612-636-3244.

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

Alchololics Anonymous (AA) Tuesdays 7 p.m. and Fridays 5:30 p.m. (open) at Clear Lake Community Center, VFW Rooms 122/123. Children and youth welcome on Fridays. Richard 715-554-7277, Teresa 612-636-3244.

Alcoholics Anonymous meets Thursdays 10 a.m. at Parkview Methodist church, Turtle Lake. Contact Mike 715-986-2457.

Alzheimer’s Support Group. First Wednesday of the month 10 a.m. at Amery Senior Center. Last Tuesday of month 1 p.m. at Good Sam Nursing Home. Sharlene Bellefaille 715-635-6601.

Baby & Me. Weekly play and discussion hour for parents and their infants (birth to 12 months). Wednesdays 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Amery Regional Medical Center, BirthDay Suites Waiting Room. Join at any time. No charge.

Breast Feeding Support Group. All nursing mothers and babies are invited to participate. Group meets the second Thursday of the month from 10-11:30 a.m. and the fourth Thursday of the month from 6:30-8 p.m. at St. Croix Regional Medical Center. An International Board Certified Lactation Consultant will facilitate the group. Call 715-483-0431 or 800-642-1336 ext. 2431. No charge.

C.H.A.D.D. (Children with Attention Deficit Disorder). Parent support group meets the fourth Monday of each month at Firstar Bank board room, Cumberland, 7 p.m. For info. call Pat Skinner at 715-822-8422 and leave message.

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

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

All groups and services are free of charge.

Early Stage Alzheimer Support Group. For the diagnosed person and their caregiver. Challenges in early-stage dementia will be discussed, along with therapeutic benefits of family involvement. Sponsored in part by the Amnerican Alzheimer’s Association. Meetings are free of charge and open to the public, held at the Amery Centennial Hall the first Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m. Call 715-268-6605 to register.

Epilepsy Foundation of Western Wisconsin. Call 1-800-924-2105.

Family Child Care Professonals Network. Meets the third Thursday of each month. Contact Beth Neely at 715-483-1482 for more information. All family child care providers are welcome.

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

Golden Age Manor Family Council meets the first Saturday at 10 a.m. on the sunporch at GAM. Grief Share. Have you lost someone close? Grief Share is a Christian based, non-denominational seminar/support group program that will be meeting at Centennial Hall in Amery every Monday at 1 p.m. For information call Bruce 715-268-2176 or 715-268-8360.

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

Moms in Prayer International. •Two or more women who meet regularly to pray for their children, their schools, their teachers and administrators. •Mothers, grandmothers or anyone who is willing to pray for a specific child and school. We meet at the First Baptist church, Amery, Mondays from 1:30-2:30 p.m. Contact Jen at 715-268-5408 with questions.

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) is a group for moms and their kids. Every mom who is pregnant or has children 5 years of age and under is welcomed, accepted, and challenged to meet her potential. Better moms make a better world! For more info go to clmops@hotmail.com and call 715-263-2665 for location/dates/ time.

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

Polk County Parent-To-Parent Coaliton, a network for parents of children from birth through adulthood who have disabilities or other special needs. For more information about meetings and advocacy support, contact Lynne 715-472-2002.

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

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

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

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

TOPS Club meets Thursdays 8-9 a.m. Our Savior’s Lutheran church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. Bonnie Timm 715-268-2980.

TOPS Club meets Tuesdays 3:30-5 p.m. at the Balsam Lake Municipal Building (under the water tower), Balsam Lake. Contact Nancy 715-646-1464 or just come to a meeting. TOP’s mission is to support our members as they take off and keep off pounds sensibly.

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

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

Western Wisconsin LYME Education and Support Group meets: fourth Thursday of the month (April through October) at 7 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. (No meetings November through March). Meetings are free of charge and open to the public. For info call Ann 715-268-2856, Paula 715-268-2035, Bonnie 715-268-9557, Sue 715268-6687.

Women’s Spiritual Growth Group meets each Thursday from 7-8 p.m. at 931 Pine St., St. Croix Falls..

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ARNELL HUMANE SOCIETY Dallas is a medium sized dog, compact and sturdy. He has a big old bowling ball head and a happy-go-lucky attitude.

Dallas enjoys being a part

are offering companionship and obedience. The obedience will come with the companionship, just show them how.

The story of Dallas and

of the action. He doesn’t understand or appreciate the confines of a kennel and wants to be with people. When he is out of his kennel, Dallas goes with the flow. “Go for a walk, Sounds good. Relax in the play yard, even better. Stop for a conversation in the lobby, I’ll just lay down until you’re finished.”

Dallas was surrendered with his brother Tipper, when his caregiver could no longer care for him.

Dallas and Tipper lived in the house and enjoyed the company of their family, but were not introduced to leash manners early on. They are both learning this skill now, on daily walks at the shelter. Dallas and Tipper are Lab-Pit bull Mixes; Dallas is black and Tipper is chocolate. They are 1 ∏ years old. These two young gents are diamonds in the rough. They

Tipper is common for animals in need of a second chance from our shelter.

This past month brought a number of “in dire need” cases to our care; an elderly Springer Spaniel, energetic and happy, with multiple cancerous tumors, a cat with a mangled leg, a Terrier Mix, barely able to walk with a severe skin condition, a dog with porcupine quills in his mouth and muzzle and a half-bald cat with a pillow mat on his back that he had been trying to lick off. These stories are not common, but they do remind us why our shelter is here. All of these animals needed a helping hand they could count on.

In March, the Arnell shelter took in an extra-large Lab-Newfoundland Mix with an injured toe. We looked for a home that could take on his post surgery care to no avail. Six weeks later, we

are happy to report that Huey’s toe is healed and he is ready to go home.

Potential adopters should be equipped with a home large enough for this 115 pound boy and a good throwing arm. Huey is a fetching fool. He has not met a tennis ball he didn’t like. He is all Lab in this regard. He gets his size from the Newfoundland half. Huey is a special boy in need of a special home.

Last Tuesday, April 26, our community came together to support local non-profits through the online day of giving, giveBIG St. Croix Valley. Our animal shelter was blessed with 52 unique donors online, numerous walk-in donations, three golden ticket awards, a prize for the number of online donors and matching grants from the Board of Directors and Nestle-Purina.

With this tremendous support from our community, Arnell Humane Society was able to reach its’ goal, raising $10,900 for our mission to help the animals.

Thank you to all donors.

Your support means everything to our mission.

GiveBig has become our top fundraising event of the year. We are able to be there for them because you are there for us. Your donations offer hope and a second chance to animals in need. Thank you.

Arnell Memorial Humane Society, 715 2687387 or online: ARNELLHUMANE.ORG and Facebook

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Amery woman awarded for woodcarving mastery Elise Walker of Amery, Wisconsin was awarded ‘Best Carving’ on her block-front bureau at the 33rd Annual Northern Woods Fine Woodworking Exhibition. The Northern Woods Fine Woodworking Exhibition is sponsored by the Minnesota Woodworkers Guild and was held at Eden Prairie Center April 21 through 24, 2016.

Elise’s woodworking hobby began in 1997 and has provided her with great joy over the years. After Elise made an eighteenth-century highboy, she decided to make a block-front bureau

like the 1765 block and shell bureau

by John Townsend of Newport, Rhode Island. She spent many hours reading, studying, and visiting museums.

She took creative license carving the Townsend rosette design of 1792 with the center C scroll and cross hatching in the shells. She carved the drawer front and shells out of one thick piece of mahogany, which allowed for the grain line to continue throughout the drawer front. Elise has also carved two rocking horses and many Sam Maloof style chairs.

Elise Walker of Amery stands behind a block-front bureau that won her ‘Best Carving’ at the 33rd Annual Northern Woods Fine Woodworking Exhibition.

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Darlene

By Larry Phillipson 4-10-2016 I attended the Apple River Church today, as I often do traveling down life's highway.

The second Sunday of every month is a potluck dinner, after services, a real spread, it is a genuine winner.

A gentleman dining across the table from me, said I read your poems, why don't you write about Darlene?

Thanks I said, it's nice to have a clue, what to write about, knowing ahead of time what to do.

Darlene Wood is a special person on our list, an antique and glassware specialist.

She was a friend of my wife before God took her away, they had a lot in common, I can truly say.

Darlene is active in the senior center cares, she is also a backbone in the church affairs.

Having morning coffee at Something Simple on highway eight, it is a favorite of hers for a special trait.

For a while doctor appointments took her time, a lot have the same problem down the line.

A corner in my heart is her favorite song, by honoring Darlene you can't go wrong.

Larry Phillipson is a poet laureate of Amery, Wisconsin

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Peterson is Golden Age ‘Volunteer of the Year’ Golden Age Manor recently began a ‘Volunteer of the Year’ award, and named Margaret Peterson the recipient for 2015.

Margaret retired from driving school bus for Amery in 1995 and ever since has been volunteering for Golden Age Manor. For approximately the last 15 years she has been volunteering 7 days a week during afternoon coffee time with the residents and community. In addition to her hour or more each day at coffee time, Margaret also plays piano for all of the special events at Golden Age Manor including memorial services, Christmas Live Nativity, fashion shows and more. During Margaret’s time serving coffee and treats she does so much more than serve, she welcomes new residents and families with a smile and conversation. Any time an extra pair of hands is needed Margaret is our go-to gal!

If you are interested in volunteering your time or talent to the residents of Golden Age Manor please contact Rhoda Paulson at 715-268-7107.

Pictured left to right are Golden Age Administrator Dana Reese, Volunteer of the Year Margaret Peterson, and Activity Director Rhonda Paulson.

Woman’s Club will award scholarships The Amery Woman’s club has two $1,000 scholarships available to women who are returning to school to complete or to begin their degrees. We refer to them as nontraditional scholarships.

The nontraditional scholarship is based on financial need, as well as clearly defined goals, and an essay or letter describing how continued education will improve the woman’s life and her community. The money may be used for tuition, books, child care or transportation.

If you are someone or know of someone who lives or works in the Amery School District, is female and in need of financial help to attend an accredited college, university, technical college or other accredited post-secondary training to complete an undergraduate program, we encourage you to apply. Applications and complete details about requirements are available at www.amerywomansclub. com. Completed applications must be mailed by May 31, 2016.

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Mystery at Mike’s The cast of ‘Mystery at Mike’s’ presented their first show April 29 at Amery’s Congregational Church. The fifties themed mystery dinner theater runs again May 6-8 at the church. Ticket’s are $20 and can purchased by calling 715-268-7390.

Pictured are (seated, left to right)Julie Cardinal, Abby Anderson, and Nyla Anderson. Back (left to right) Jonathan Ross, Jeff Bylander, Sheldon Betzold, Dave Bowmen, Chad Leonard, Barry Tulkki, Rae Wooldridge, Gerry Cardinal, and Alex Betzold.

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Finnegan David Humpal, 8 lbs. 14.9 ozs., born on March 29 to Ariel and Matthew Humpal, Amery.

Anna Marie Wagner, 7 lbs. 14.3 ozs., born on April 8 to Marcia and Aaron Wagner, Clear Lake.

Makayla Kathryn Hicks, 6 lbs. 8 ozs., born on April 8 to Leshia and James Hicks, Centuria.

Caleb Paul Jurisch, 7 lbs. 11 ozs., born on April 12 to Kathryn and Timothy Jurisch, Clear Lake.

Axel John Dean, 7 lbs. 15 ozs., born on April 14 to Pamela Gibson and Jonathan (JD) Dean, Clear Lake.

Jared Archer Humphrey, 6 lbs. 12.7 ozs. born on April 15 to Amanda Dumire and Jake Humphrey, Grantsburg.

Alayah Renee Spencer, 6 lbs. 9 ozs., born on April 20 to Michelle Strenke and Nick Spencer, Clear Lake.

Evelyn Rachel Shay, 6 lbs. 8 ozs., born on April 24 to Shanon Shay, Amery.

Oliver James Lindberg, 7 lbs. 8 ozs., born on April 24 to Stacy and Brandon Lindberg, Clear Lake.

Amani Alan Warndahl, 6 lbs. 11 ozs., born on April 8 to Ushindi and Troy Warndahl, Center City.

Emma Faith Mueller, 8 lbs. 1 oz., born on April 13 to Christopher and Heather Mueller, Lindstrom, MN. Uriah J Herring, 9 lbs. 7 ozs., born on April 14 to Luke and Tiffany Herring, Luck.

Leah Mae Dahlke, 7 lbs. 11 ozs., born on April 14 to Amy and Christopher Dahlke, Frederic.

Callie Ann Mara, 6 lbs. 11 ozs., born April 15 to Katie Simpson and Casey Mara, Luck.

Nicca Jane Gago, 8 lbs. 10 ozs., born on April 16 to Nicholas and Jessica Gago, Turtle Lake.

Eliza Lou Perron, 7 lbs. 3 ozs., born on April 18 to Jasmine Miller and Joe Perron, Lindstrom.

Leela Iris Love, 6 lbs. 9 ozs., born on April 20 to Mariah Gravelle and Travis Love, Amery.

Mason Elliot Roy Ninke, 6 lbs. 6 ozs., born on April 20 to Nickole Mensen, Taylors Falls, MN, and Anthony Ninke, Clear Lake.

Justin Alan Will Jr., 7 lbs. 3 ozs., born on April 21 to Jackie Moser and Justin Will, Webster.

Marlie Raye Helen Ricketson, 8 lbs. 2 ozs., born on April 21 to Brent and Jackie Ricketson, Chisago City, MN. Sullivan J. Calabria, 8 lbs. 2 ozs., born on April 22 to Alicia Brousil and Scout Calabria, Centuria.

Cumberland Healthcare Addison Marie Weber, 8 lbs. 0.9 ozs., born on April 25 to Amanda and Jesse Weber, Cumberland.

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Middle School author visit Amery sixth graders had an opportunity to work with Minnesota author William Durbin on Wednesday. Students listened to an all-grade presentation by Mr. Durbin and then participated in small-group writing workshops led by the author. Students also worked in rotations with their teachers to further enhance their writing skills.

AMERY COMMUNITY CENTER

Busy Spring at the Community Center It’s going to be a busy spring here at the Amery Area Community Center and if you haven’t had a chance to check out our newsletter, you need to! It’s jam-packed with all kinds of fun things to do, and some informative opportunities as well. We do our best to provide the community with the programs and activities that you want to see.

We are excited to expand our Exercise Room hours again – we will be open from 7am – 6pm Monday through Thursday and 7am – 2pm on Friday’s. The cost for the use of our gym equipment is only $10 a month if you are a member. (Cost of annual membership is only $20/ year). We try to keep the cost down as low as we can. We also have our Monday/Wednesday/Friday morning low-impact aerobics at 9am.

Stop by and check out what we have!

And remember, we always have our morning coffee group – the gang usually starts showing up around 730 and stick around until 10-11am sometimes! Sometimes there are 10-12 people, sometimes there are 40-50 people – it all depends on the day.

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.

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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.

Some of the things coming up is a knitting class to make “cup koozies” for your coffee cups, a writing class, 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

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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.

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.

Gene Pribnow was first in pool with Carl Johnson bringing up second, Wendell Anderson third and Val Hansen fourth. Mary Fisher won the consolation prize. Milton Johnson was first in Wii Bowling, with Dave Olson in second, Jerry Fisher third and Carl Johnson fourth. Margaret Dietz was first in Wednesday Bridge, Shirley Staebler second and Pete Humlie third.

Gary Snelling was first in Thursday pool, with Paul Seidel second and Wendell Anderson third. Milt Johnson won the consolation prize. Don’t forget all members are encouraged to come and join in the fun! Thank you all for playing!

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AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY 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.

PowerUp for Kids Join Chomp at the library to celebrate his birthday with games, activities, crafts and more, May 7 at 10:30 a.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. Miss Riss will be back to present storytime on May 4. Storytime will not be held on May 11, 18 or 25.

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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The Lovely Girl Across the Field A chimney fire brought the Amery Fire Department to our neighbor’s house across the field, billowing smoke coming from a chimney fire. It might have been too late to save the beautiful neighbor Cindy, but I could only imagine what that would be like.

To an 11-year-old kid, an “older woman” wasn’t decades older and certainly wasn’t a cougar, often it was the great looking girl who was a year or two older than me. This could be my neighbor Growing up Cindy, it could be my cousin Jeanne, or may be my cheerleader in Amery cousin Jule who went to St. Paul Ramsey High School. Karen, my cousin at Uncle Leonard’s cabin, was a sharp looking blonde lady Loren Elkin with her own little runabout boat. Lorna in Amery was lovely, and any older woman who taught swimming lessons made that list automatically. Friends of my sister Leora earned this “older women” list as well.

A close coffee drinking announcer friend has Diane M. on his list, and he never passed up a chance to stop for a fountain drink at Danielson’s. Cathy L. was also one of the older women there.

Once I got to sit by beautiful neighbor Sharon L. on the bus, and at the time an angry driver Gene Thompson yelled at us for some offense. Sitting by Sharon, I was ready to protect her, but from what I don’t know. All I know is that I had nothing to add to any conversation.

In fact, when around lovely older women, I was a regular Cheers’ Cliff Claven, stumbling on my words with only mumbles coming out. Another feature I always felt was invisibility, the fact that these lovelies probably didn’t know us younger lads existed.

But Cindy across the field was unapproachable and way out of my league, and I often took on the role of gaper when I rode her bus. It was fun, I guess, and part of growing up. Often I wonder where these “older women” are today and what kind of life they lead.

Photo—AHS class of ’65. She’s in there somewhere. Write to Loren at elkfarm@ wctc.net

Beaver Brook Badgers meet Kelsey Oman and Emily Oman lead our pledges at the start of our May 1st, 2016 meeting. Roll call was on your favorite color.

Old business: There are many dog classes scheduled and if you are doing the dog project, please keep up on the dates. Read the Clover Connection.

Horse project information is also in the Clover Connection, such as the horse quiz bowl, horse judging, clinics and camp.

Pre-Fair 4-H shooting sports are on May 14th (The Dinosaur Hunt) and on June 18th.

MAQA meeting is on June 2nd at the Polk County Government Center at 7:00 P.M. New Business: Make sure to pick up your families' fair entry book with Mrs. Prindle or Mrs. Dueholm.

May 11th, is pet day, sign up with the Dado family. Remember pets must be up to date on shots and no ticks.

Fair Entries are due on June 15th, bring them to our June 6th meeting! No late entries are accepted. Please make sure to come with ideas for making the fair sign "A Polk County Tradition" on June 6th at the Prindles'.

Cattail Trail Day needs volunteers at 9:30-12 and 12-2, please sign up on the sheet with one of the officers. Interstate

Copies made and faxes sent at the Amery Free Press

Livestock Youth Show is on June 18th, starting at 9:15 A.M. with judging contest.

The shooting sports pre-fair archery at the fair park is on July 9th at 9-11 A.M. The Cat show is Saturday, July 9th.

Check the Clover Connection and Fair Books for more information!

Tractor Safety Course is held on June 8th through the 11th, sign up with your school's agriculture teacher, and see Clover Connection for details.

Fair Clean-up work days are July 18th, July 23rd, and 25th.

DemonstrationsCole Andren did an interesting demonstration on magic tricks! When we asked him how he did it, he told us "a magician never reveals his tricks."

Trent Andren played Jingle Bells on his guitar, which was awesome to hear!

Grace Carlson did a fantastic demonstration on her bow and arrow. She also shot the bow for us!

Andrew Carlson did a demonstration on this thing called Raspberry Pi. It is a server and you can use it for gaming programs as well!

The meeting was adjourned by Timmy and Seth Waalen.

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

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May 8 - 14, 2016

AMERY COMMUNITY EDUCATION

Classes continue throughout Spring and Summer 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 ( w w w. a m e r y s d . k 1 2 . wi.us) or by phone. For more information call 715-268-9771 x220 or email commed@amerysd.k12. wi.us.

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 5:308:30 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 checkin at 6:15 p. Fee $54 for weight loss OR tobacco, or $100 for both. Includes session, CD, and a card to attend 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-reg-

ister.

Hunter Education DNR certification June 20-24 from 8:15-11:30 am.

Pre-class meeting June 9 at 6 p. Fee $10 to Community Ed, pre-register.

Tennis Clinic for Girls entering grades 6-12. June 6-10 from 1011:30 a. Fee $35 (or $30 if also in tennis league) to Community Ed, pre-register.

Tennis League for Girls entering grades 5-9.

Mondays, June 13, 20, 27, July 4, 11 & 18 from 3:30-5 p. Fee $30 (or $25 if also in tennis clinic) to Community Ed, pre-register.

Tennis Camp for Boys entering grades 5-9. June 6-10 from 4-5:30 p. Fee $20 to Community Ed, pre-register.

Junior Golf for boys and girls entering grades 1-10. Mondays June 6, 13, 20 & 27 with a Jr Tourney on July 11. Lesson and course times set up by grade level. Fee $40 includes lessons, on-course time and t-shirt. Go to www.amerygolfclub.com

or call 715.268.7213 for details and registration.

Softball Skills & Drills for girls entering grades 5-9. June 13-16 from 9 am – 12 p. Fee $50 includes camp and t-shirt if registered by May 30.

Pre-register with Comm Ed. Warrior Basketball Camp for boys and girls entering grades 4-9.

July 18-21. Boys 1:30-4:30 pm; Girls 8:30-11:30 am.

Fee $75 includes t-shirt.

Pre-register with Comm Ed. Strength & Conditioning at the Fitness Center for boys and girls ages 12-15.

Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays June 7-30 from 2:30-3:30 pm. Fee $125. Pre-register at the Fitness Center 715.268.0117.

Wrestling ‘Nothing but Feet’ Mini-Camp for wrestlers entering grades 4-12. June 6-9 from 5:30-7 p. Fee $45 to Community Ed, pre-register.

Sunday, May 8 - “Mother’s Day” 10:30 a.m. Vicky’s Variety Show Mother’s Day Special 4 p.m. Church Monday, May 9 10:45 a.m. Music with Rudy Rudesill 12:30 p.m. Mother’s Day Lunch Elim Lutheran Church 3:00 p.m. Poetry with Don Hansen Tuesday, May 10 10:30 a.m. Book Talk With Carmen 2:30 p.m. Psalmodican Players Wednesday, May 11 10:00 a.m. Beaver Brook Badgers 4-H Pet Day Noon Picnic Lunch 2 p.m. Church Services Thursday, May 12 10:45 a.m. Music with Blue Sky 2:30 p.m. Charming Tails with Gloria Friday, May 13 10:30 a.m. Music by “Karen and the Geezers” 2:30 p.m. Music by Dick Armbruster Saturday, May 16 11 a.m. Celebrating Coke Cola Birthday 3 p.m. Bingo Plus our regularly scheduled programs

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LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 16PR35 In the matter of the estate of MADELINE E. MICKELSON DOD July 15, 2015 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth March 18, 1925 and date of death July 15, 2015 was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 126 Fay St., Amery, WI 54001.

3. All interested persons waived notice.

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

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

Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar April 21, 2016 Jason W. Whitley 314 Keller Ave. N #200 Amery, WI 54001 715-268-6130 Bar Number 1027052 (May 3, 10, 17)

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THANK YOU Thank you to our family members, friends and neighbors for your kindness and sympathy regarding the recent passing of Clifford Swager Jr. Whether you sent cards or flowers, brought food, visited or for your kind thoughts and prayers, we appreciate it! Thank you especially to the doctors and nurses at St. Croix Regional Medical Center, Amery Hospital and Regions Hospital that cared for Clifford, Adoray Home Health & Hospice for helping make Clifford comfortable at home, Williamson-White Funeral Home for assisting with service planning, Pastor Pennington for the wonderful memorial service and the Little Falls Chuch Ladies for a delicious luncheon.

The Family of Clifford Swager, Jr.

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Filers with incomes between $50,000 and $200,000 comprised just under one-third of filers. However, they claimed a majority of both income (52.2%) and taxes (56.7%). High-income filers represented a small fraction (2.5%) of taxpayers. However, they reported one-quarter of Wisconsin income and paid more than one-third of state income taxes.

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IN MEMORIAM In loving memory of Esther Ruth Stesniak 8-30-1917 - 11-10-1998 Our beloved Mom and Best Friend, a mom who gave us the best of her life.

Time does not lessen the deep sorrow and pain we feel over her loss. Now in heaven with dad, Edgar, and brother Frederick.

You all are remembered today and everyday.

Greatly missed by, Hank, Katy, Ed, John and Gerri

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Town of Black Brook BOARD OF REVIEW Thursday, May 19, 2016 7:55 p.m.

Meeting will be adjourned to 5:00 p.m.

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MONTHLY MEETING

To be held May 9, 2016, at 7 p.m. at the District Office located at 777 South Shore Drive.

AGENDA 1. Monthly officers report 2. Old business 3. New business 4. Any other business that may be brought before the board.

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BIDS WANTED City of Amery

MSIP Road Project - Lakeview St. 528x36 Bids opening June 6, 2016 Questions call 715-268-5911 Projects subject to prevailing wage.

For details contact Dennis R. Nelson 715-948-2605

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WISTAX Facts:

Middle-Income Filers Claim Majority of Income, Taxes

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REGULAR MEETING Town of Clear Lake

The Regular meeting of the Town of Clear Lake will be held at the Town Hall on Monday, May 9, 2016, at 7:00 p.m.

AGENDA: 1. Meeting called to order 2. Reading and approval of last meeting’s minutes 3. Treasurer’s Report 4. Chairman’s Report 5. Approve payment of monthly bills 6. Ordinance Commission Report 7. Old Business: -Final plans and estimates for possible new shop and hall 8. New Business: 9. Road Maintenance 10. Adjourned Janelle Johnson, Town Clerk WNAXLP

BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY Krupa DENTAL ARTS, James Attorney-at-Law 307 S. Keller, Amery S.C. Family Dentistry Members American Dental Association

D. P. Doroff, D.D.S. J. J. Lampi, D.D.S. A. G. Ott, D.D.S. T. P. VanSomeren, D.D.S.

Monday-Thursday 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Closed Fridays Other times by appointment Phone 715-268-8135

FAMILY DENTISTRY Rollyn P. Lee, D.D.S. Heather Marks, D.D.S.

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Polk County and the Ice Age Trail featured at outdoor expo POLK COUNTY—The National Scenic Ice Age Trail, that starts in Polk County’s Interstate Park, was featured at the 62nd biannual Midwest Mountaineering Outdoor Expo, held April 22-24 in Minneapolis.

Polk County Tourism Council volunteers Roxanne White and William Johnson, both from Frederic, provided expo CONTRIBUTED visitors with information about the 1,100 mile hiking trail across Wisconsin that follows the southern edge of the glaThis past week the West Central District of the Wisconsin Hospital Association met in Stanley cier that covered a large for its annual spring meeting...and meet the state officers meeting. At. that meeting, Jackie portion of the state and Hillman from St. Croix Regional Medical Center Volunteer Partners was installed as the Disthen receded 10,000 years trict Chair of the West Central District for 2016-2017. ago, leaving behind in its Pictured are (L-R), Bonnie Olson (River Falls) State President; John Tully (Rice Lake) Secjourney the geography we retary/Treasurer of the WC District; Jaci Fuller (River Falls) District Chair-Elect of the WC see today.

District and Jackie Hillman (St. Croix Falls) District Chair.

The Ice Age Trail has over 1.2 million visitors a year, who bring $113 million to our state and local economies. Destination marketing is important to Polk County, where visitors spend over $79 million annually.

Polk County is fortunate to host the western terminus of the trail in Interstate Park, and has OPEN REGULAR HOURS ON MAY 11 many interesting segments, including the reDavid P. Doroff, D.D.S. cently completed trail James J. Lampi, D.D.S. through Wisconsin’s newThomas P. VanSomeren, D.D.S. Amy G. Ott, D.D.S. est state park, Straight Lake, just east of Luck.

FAMILY DENTISTRY 404 Wisconsin Avenue The Ice Age Trail AlAmery, WI 54001 715-268-7177 liance and the local Inwww.amerydental.com dianhead chapter have held several trail building events over the past four years to complete trail segments through Straight Lake State Park, and near St. Croix Falls.

The outdoor expo featured over 100 exhibitors and 120 presentations for outdoor adventure enthusiasts. Two other local organizations with displays were the Canoe Heritage KANABEC COUNTY Museum, Spooner, and the Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Sarona.

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Notice of the Board of Review for the Village of Clear Lake

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Review for the Village of Clear Lake in Polk County, Wisconsin shall hold its first meeting on the 16TH of May 2016 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Clear Lake Municipal Building – 350 4th Avenue, Clear Lake, WI 54005.

Please be advised of the following requirements to appear before the Board of Review and 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 of the Assessor to view such property.

After the first meeting of the Board of Review and 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.

The Board of Review may not hear an objection to the amount or valuation of property unless, at least 48 hours before the board’s first scheduled meeting, the objector provides to the board’s clerk written or oral notice of an intent to file an objection, except that upon a showing of good cause and the submission of a written objection, the board shall waive that requirement during the first 2 hours of the board’s first scheduled meeting, and the board may waive that requirement up to the end of the 5th day of the session or up to the end of the final day of the session if the session is less than 5 days with proof of extraordinary circumstances for failure to meet the 48-hour notice requirement and failure to appear before the Board of Review during the first 2 hours of the first scheduled meeting.

Objections to the amount or valuation of property shall first be made in writing and filed with the clerk of the Board of Review within the first 2 hours of the board’s first scheduled meeting, except that, upon evidence of extraordinary circumstances, the board may waive that requirement up to the end of the 5th day of the session or up to the end of the final day of the session if the session is less than 5 days. The board may require objections to the amount or valuation of property to be submitted on forms approved by the Department of Revenue, and the board shall require that any forms included stated valuation of the property in question.

Persons who own land and improvements to that land may object to the aggregate valuation of that land and improvements to that land, but no person who owns land and improvements to that land may object only to the valuation of that land or only to the valuation of improvements to that land. No person may be allowed in any action or proceedings to question that amount or valuation of property unless the written objection has been filed and that person in good faith presented evidence to the board in support of the objections and made full disclosure before the board, under oath, of all of that person’s property liable to assessment in the district and the value of that property. The requirement that objections be in writing may be waived by express action of the board.

When appearing before the Board, the objecting person shall specify in writing the person’s estimate of the value of the land and of the improvements that are the subject of the person’s objection and 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 and expenses, as specified in the manual under Sec. 73.03(2a), that the Assessor requests. The Village of Clear Lake has an ordinance for the confidentiality of information about income and 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. The information that is provide under this paragraph, unless a court determined that it is inaccurate, is not subject to the right of inspection and coping under Section 19.35 (1) of Wis. Statues.

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. No other person may testify by telephone.

No person may appear before the Board of Review, testify to the board by telephone, or contest that amount of any 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 under s.70.47 (3) (a), Wis. Stats., that person provide to the clerk of the Board of Review notice as to whether the person will ask for the removal of a board member of the board of Review and, if so, which member, and provide a reasonable estimate of the length of time the hearing will take.

Notice is hereby given this 15th day of April 2016.

Respectfully submitted, Village of Clear Lake Albert L. Bannink Village Clerk

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GENERAL LABOR F&A Dairy Products, Inc. is taking applications for part-time employment.

Great Work Schedule Weekdays M, T, W, F 4 p.m.-10 p.m.

Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Clear Lake Self Storage will sell the following storage units at auction Monday, May 9, 2016 at 6pm unless past due rent is paid in full. #50 Morris Wayman, #75 Jeremy Norlander and Shelly Lundstrom. Auction to be held at 301 US Hwy 63, Clear Lake, WI 54005.

For more information call 715-491-0152 Riverfront in Amery Furnished - utl’s inc Clean and lovely 2 Bd, 1 Ba lower level walk-out.

Fully furnished.

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651-739-5809 or 715268-6260 (9 am-9 pm)

Starting wage $9.50/hr.

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F&A Dairy Products, Inc. 212 State Rd 35 S, Dresser WI, 54009 715-755-3485

Teaching Position School District of Clear Lake Job Title: Business Education Teacher - 50% H.R. Contact: Nick Gilles, 7-12 Principal Contact Phone: (715)263-2113 Job Description: Teacher of High School Business Education at Clear Lake Jr-Sr High School, including some Elementary School Keyboarding instruction. Half time position.

Qualifications: Applicants must possess or be able to obtain appropriate WI DPI licensure to teach Business Ed. Requirements: Ability to effectively instruct high school students using current technology and practices, with a focus on Microsoft Office Software, Info Processing, Desktop Publishing, Business Law, Personal Finance, and Accounting. Ability to instruct limited Elementary age Keyboarding.

Interest and ability in coaching or advising co-curricular groups is a plus. Desired characteristics & interests include; student centered, project based learning, computer/ tech skills, leadership, big picture thinker, grant writing, and creating community partners with our school.

How to Apply: Applications accepted online via WECAN. http://services.education.wisc.edu/ wecan/ Application accepted until May 13, 2016 or until position is filled. Please include cover letter, resume with references, letters of recommendation, and copies of license and transcripts.

Employer: School District of Clear Lake 1101 3rd St. SW Clear Lake, WI 54005 Job Address: Same as the employer address.

Website: http://www.clearlake.k12.wi.us/

Bricklayers Wanted Berghammer Builders is looking to hire experienced bricklayers

Applicants must have at least 3 years of consecutive bricklaying experience.

Contact Shawn at Berghammer Builders 715-948-2811 or email shawn@berghammerbuilders.com

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For Rent

The Amery Housing Authority is taking applications for the Hi Rise in Amery.

These are Public Housing one bedroom apartments. The rent is based on 30% of your adjusted gross income, all utilities paid except for basic cable (greatly reduced rate) and a monthly laundry fee. Beautiful views of downtown and North Twin Lake.

Call today for an appointment to view an apartment and get an application 715-268-2500

Willow Ridge Healthcare

has the following opening:

Housekeeping/Laundry Part-time Position available AM Shift - rotating weekends Starting wage $10.00/hour Please apply in person or Fax resume to: 715-268-6361 400 Deronda Street Amery, WI 54001 EOE

NOW HIRING!

*Part-time Cashiers

Nolato Contour is part of the medical division of Nolato which is a Swedish based company. Nolato has more than 8000 employees and 16 worldwide facilities specializing in the manufacturing of medical products, including implantable devices, www.nolato.com. Nolato Contour located in Baldwin, WI – currently looking for: Buyer: Minimum of 4 year work experience or education, prefer plastics industry experience. CPM or CPIM certification desired. Experience in ISO 9001, 13485 and FDA certified environment desired. Strong working knowledge of ERP systems, IQMS preferred. Negotiation skills desired. Reviews requisitions and confers with suppliers to obtain product or service information such as price, availability, and delivery schedule. Prepares purchase orders. Maintains Approved Supply List and supporting documents. Discusses defective or unacceptable goods or services with inspection or quality control personnel, users, suppliers, and others to determine source of trouble and take corrective action. Identify and evaluate supplier sources and secure competitive pricing. Organizes procurement activities to maximize cost savings.

Executes sourcing strategy for all purchased items assigned to them. Actively uses and applies lean concepts.

Some travel required.

Please submit resume to: Nolato Contour Attn: Human Resources 660 VandeBerg Rd. Baldwin, WI 54002 Fax: 715-684-2705 Email: Sue.Miller@nolato.com

Stop by to fill out an application today!

North of Amery on Hwy. 46 715-268-7654

Willow Ridge Healthcare is seeking CNA's to contribute to our fantastic staffing!

Are you looking for an employer who cares about you and the residents you serve?

THEN THIS IS THE PLACE FOR YOU! We are seeking multiple positions on our staff due to new positions created. Full or Part time PM (2-10) and Full Time NOC (10-6). We are also interested in those who may want to work a partial shift (4-8p). A great opportunity for students and full time workers who want a job on the side! If you really care about giving back to our elderly in a clean and open atmosphere, please contact us- you are who we are looking for! Competitive wages, health benefits, and employee parties are just a few of the ways we make working with us worthwhile!

To find out more, please contact Stefanie Holmberg at 715-268-8171 or stop in to pick up an application.

We look forward to meeting you!

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RUMMAGE/ BAKE SALE Balsam Lutheran Church

Spring Plant/ Craft and Bake Sale

ESTATE SALE of Lester Frank 304 Maple St. Clear Lake, WI

8:30 am to 1 pm

Friday May 6, 8-5 Saturday May 7, 8-2

Saturday, May 7

•Begging Plants/Flowers & Vegetables •Hanging Baskets/Perennials (if avail) •Seasonal Wreaths & Arrangements •Quilted Microwave Hotpads •Hand Crafted Greeting Cards •Burp Cloths & Receiving Blankets •Baked Potato Bags •Towels/Aprons/Quilts •Vintage Suitcases •Painted Saws •Misc. Spring Items •Baked Goods

1115 Mains Crossing, Amery

Thursday, May 5 3-7 p.m.

Friday, May 6, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Light Soup Lunch 11:30 am-1 pm

Serving Lunch 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

St. John’s Catholic Church

Proceeds from the Bake Sale for the Youth Campership fund.

Proceeds from the Rummage Sale and Lunch for the Social Ministry Committee, helping the community

811 Fourth St., Parish Center, Clear Lake Handicapped accessible

GARAGE SALE 633 Dickey Ave. S

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Friday, May 6, 8-6 Saturday, May 7, 8-12

May 6th-7th 9 am-4 pm

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Snowblower, kitchen items, Xmas items, clothes, coats, dishes, couch, loveseat, recliners, lamps, TV, sm. freezer, dressers, dryer, table & chairs, stove, frig., microwave, tools, drills, chainsaws, new windows, lots of hunting and fishing of all kinds. gear Lot of guy stuff for all.

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This position offers a comprehensive benefit package, including participation in the Wisconsin Retirement program for government employees, Paid Time off, and optional health, dental and vision insurance. Polk County promotes the health and well-being of their employees with opportunities to support your level of involvement in a Worksite Wellness Program. Call today with any questions.

YOU MUST COMPLETE AN ON-LINE APPLICATION TO BE ELIGIBLE. For complete job description, position requirements, application, and details please visit our website at www.co.polk.wi.us, Employment Opportunities. AA/EEOC

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR ARE YOU LOOKING FOR PART-TIME WORK? PART-TIME WORK?

Sanmina, a well established plastics manufacturer, is expanding their Plast

Sanmina, a well established plastics manufacturer, is and has part-time openings in their Molding Department o expanding their Plastic Injection Molding business and has part-time openings in theirbut Molding on parts f Duties and Responsibilities include, are notDepartment limited to, removing all 3 shifts.parts for defects; trimming parts or flash; packing & stacking full inspecting

area; performing any secondary operations needed; recording reject par Duties and Responsibilities include, but areasnot limited to, removing process. parts from machine; visually inspecting parts for defects; trimming parts or flash; packing & stacking full Job Requirements includearea; High performing School diploma GED; ability to read and u containers in designated anyor secondary operations as needed; recordingtoreject completing visually inspect parts; attention detail;parts goodand hand/eye dexterity to handl data entryforprocess. to stand an entire shift.

Job Requirements include High School diploma or GED; ability offers a competitive and a comprehensive benefits package. toSanmina read and understand work wage instructions; visually inspect parts; attention to detail; good hand/eye dexterity to handle Please send your resume to 300 Industrial Avenue, Turtle Lake, WI 54889 o and trim parts; and ability to stand for an entire shift. jane.davis@sanmina.com.

Sanmina offers a competitive wage and a comprehensive benefits package.

EEO/AA M/F/M/V/D Please send your resume to 300 Industrial Avenue, Turtle Lake, WI 54889 or email to jane.davis@sanmina.com.

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2. Pick up returns from job sites as needed.

3. Perform customer service. Assist customers while in yard as needed.

4. Assist in receiving and loading trucks.

5. Assist with assembling customers’ loads in accordance with loading list for delivery to job site at the time and date required by the customer.

6. Assist in counting and maintaining inventory and keeping the yard neat, clean and orderly.

7. Observe all safety rules and regulations, and take prompt corrective action concerning any potential safety hazard.

8. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements: Ability to pass DOT physical, pre-employment drug screen and background checks. Clean driving record, Class B CDL. Experience operating Boom, heavy equipment and forklifts preferred. Lumber and building materials knowledge preferred. Ability to lift up to 90 pounds. Ability to work more than 40 hours per week when needed, including weekends as assigned.

To be considered for this position, please send your resume to Richard Smith, Amery Manager at rsmith@lampertlumber.com Or, fax to (715)268-8142 by Friday, May 13th, 2016.

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Consumer Lender/Personal Banker

Citizens State Bank, a locally owned community bank, is looking for a highly motivated candidate to fill an open Consumer Lender (with backup Personal Banker duties) position in its Clayton office. As a Consumer Lender/Personal Banker, you will solicit and work with both consumer and business customers in opening and servicing deposit accounts and originating consumer loans. There will also be an emphasis on cross selling various products to our existing customers as well as soliciting and growing new business. In addition, this individual will work closely with the CSR line. Applicant must be a dynamic, sociable, and enthusiastic team player; while possessing a positive can-do attitude. Qualified candidates must also have a broad knowledge of the lending process start to finish, consciousness of compliance issues, ability to multi-task, knowledge of various mortgage and consumer loan products, lending experience, excellent communication skills as well as an attention to detail, ability to multitask and the ability to strengthen customer relationships which “Exceeds the Customers’ Expectations”. Previous Personal Banking experience is preferred but not required.

Citizens State Bank offers excellent salary and benefits, including health and dental insurance, life insurance, 401K, gym discount membership, profit sharing and flex spending plan. Candidates interested in working in a fun, high energy environment at a growing organization that is rated one of the Top 100 Community Banks in the nation and winner of the 2015 “Raising the Bar” award from TINYpulse (employee happiness), should send their cover letter and resume by 5/12/16 to: hr@citizensstatebank.us or Citizens State Bank, Attn: Human Resources, 620 Main St., La Crosse, WI 54601. For additional information, please visit www.citizensstatebank.us.

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United Gear and Assembly Hudson, WI

NOW hiring 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift CNC Machine Operators Paid shift differential

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POLK COUNTY POSITION ANNOUNCEMENTS Jailer â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Limited Part-time $14.04 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 16.05/hr

Responsible for providing care, custody and the detention of inmates, and positive rehabilative influence to all inmates while insuring compliance with all laws, regulations, and policies. This position will be utilized to assist with coverage of all shifts, including evenings and weekends. Polk County will provide training, including a six week Basic Jailer Certification program.

Part-time position for 24/7 operation.

Deadline to apply: May 10, 2016

Deputy â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Seasonal Limited Part-time Assigned to Recreation Patrol $18.34/hr

Responsible for preventing, detecting and investigating crimes, apprehending criminals and other violators with primary focus on Polk County lakes, also responding to emergencies and all other calls for Law Enforcement services. Successful candidates must be available Thursday through Sunday, throughout the summer season â&#x20AC;&#x201C; additional hours may be available. Must be a certified or certifiable Wisconsin Law Enforcement officer.

Deadline to apply: May 10, 2016

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ELEMENTARY CLASSROOM TEACHER One full time Elementary Classroom Teacher at Clear Lake Elementary school Must possess or have the ability to obtain appropriate DPI licensure to teach in the Elementary classroom setting. Clear Lake Elementary school contains grades 4K-6. Interest and ability in coaching or advising co-curricular groups is a plus.

Send cover letter, resume with references, letters of recommendation, and copies of license and transcripts.

Application deadline is May 16, 2016.

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Open position in Sand Molding Dept. to operate sand mixing machine & assist other molding machine operators. Must have HS Diploma or GED, be able to lift 50 lbs. and pass drug test.

Candidates must be able to do repetitive hand work & lift up to 50 lbs.

Have a HS Diploma or GED. Physical & Drug test required.

Apply in person at: St. Croix Castings, Inc. 415 Best Rd. Woodville, WI 54028

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Job Title: Technology Education Teacher H.R. Contact: Nick Gilles, 7-12 Principal Contact Phone: (715)263-2113 Job Description: Teacher of Technology Education courses at Clear Lake Jr-Sr High School. Full-time position (1.0 FTE) Qualifications: Applicants must possess or be able to obtain appropriate WI DPI licensure to teach Technology Education.

Requirements: Applicants must possess or be able to obtain appropriate WI DPI licensure to teach Technology Education. The desired applicant will be teaching classes in a one-person Technology Education Dept. with classes including but not limited to; Exploring Tech, Mtls & Manufacturing, Digital Tech, Photography, Construction, Design & Problem Solving, Intro Engineering, and CAD. Desired characteristics & interests include; student centered, shop/student safety, project based learning, computer/ tech skills, leadership, big picture thinker, grant writing, creating community partners with our school. Additional opportunities exists in coaching, advisor positions, and computer/IT work.

How to Apply: Applications accepted online via WECAN. http://services.education.wisc.edu/ wecan/ Application deadline is May 13, 2016, or until position is filled. Please include cover letter, resume with references, letters of recommendation, and copies of license and transcripts.

Employer: School District of Clear Lake 1101 3rd St. SW Clear Lake, WI 54005 Job Address: Same as the employer address.

Website: http://www.clearlake.k12.wi.us/

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The Amery Middle School parking lot and gym were full to capacity for the annual Fine Arts concert April 26. Under the direction of Choir Director Laura Badman and Band Director Mereditch Enjaian, the audience enjoyed an evening filled with entertainment, including popular hits and old classics. Sixth graders even debuted their original rhythm piece ‘Junktion, and the Jazz Band’s ‘Blues Brothers Rockin’ Soul Revue,’ included a special appearance of the Blues Brothers live and in person (Tom Bensen and Charles Wellman). Also pictured, sixth graders perform Mouthpiece Mania, and 7th and 8th grade boys add their dance moves to ‘Do Wah Diddy.’

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Hole No. 1 - Par 5 Blue 481 yards White 463 yards Gold 446 yards Red 440 yards The majority of the trouble on this first hole is the water on the left of the fairway. Higher handicap players should stay right on the tee shot, hit a high iron short of the water in front of the green. This will leave you a shot of about 120 yards to the green.

(Low handicaps) Better players can gamble a little more by trying to hit your tee shot down the left side of the fairway. This will leave you a short to medium iron to this narrow green.

You should have a great oppportunity for a birdie.

Hole No. 2 - Par 3

Blue 132 yards White 132 yards Gold 109 yards Red 109 yards

Fairly short hole. Big bunker on the right side. Hit a short to medium iron to the left. If you miss the green, get your chip shot close.

Make the eight-foot putt. A great par.

(Low handicaps) There is a good opportunity to birdie this hole with a relatively flat green using a short iron or wedge in your hand. Lots of room if you miss it. Go for the flag.

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Hole No. 3 - Par 4

Hole No. 4 - Par 4

Blue 352 yards White 337 yards Gold 327 yards Red 327 yards

Blue 343 yards White 331 yards Gold 313 yards Red 313 yards

With the slight dogleg left, the long hitters can try to fly the fairway bunker on the left side of the fairway. Do not push your shot to the right, as you can get to the large pine trees in the right rough. Don’t miss the green long.

(Low handicaps) Stay short and to the right of the fairway bunker. This will leave you with a short to medium iron shot to the green. Very good chance to get par or a birdie.

With the slight dogleg left on the fairway, be careful. There is plenty of potential danger lurking. Hit your tee shot about 200-220 yards . . . a longer drive could put you into the woods straight ahead of you.

On your second shot, hit at least one more club than normal because you are going severely up hill. Be careful, there is a sand trap five yards short of the green that you can’t see from where you are hitting your second shot.

Par is a good score here!

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Hole No. 5 - Par 4 Blue 321 yards White 321 yards Gold 310 yards Red 310 yards Straight down hill par 4. This is the shortest par 4 on the course.

You can be aggressive on this hole.

You need to stay out of the fairway sand trap on the left that is about 230 to 250 yards off the tee.

This green is severely sloped from back to front and it is double-tiered. You must make sure you are below the hole.

(Low handicaps) Go 90 yards from the green off the tee or go for the gusto. The only place not to be is near the stand of trees in the right rough.

Hole No. 6 - Par 5

Blue 517 yards White 509 yards Gold 393 yards Red 393 yards

A slight dogleg on your tee shot. Stay left of the big oak tree on the right side.

A short iron to the water will leave you with a long iron to a well bunkered green.

Play your third shot to the right as the water comes into play if you are green high to the left of the green. Bunkers guard both sides of this green. Bogey here would be a good goal.

(Low handicaps) Time to be aggressive. Lots of room off the tee and lots of room to the right of green and short of green to run up your second. The water on the left side of the fairway is at about 190 yards from the green. A tee ball not over 275 yards is just right.

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Hole No. 7 - Par 4

Hole No. 8 - Par 3

A sharp dogleg left. A second shot must go over water if you go for the green. A three wood off the tee will leave you a medium to long iron to the green. Must carry a large bunker protecting the front of the green. Stay out of this trap. Par will be tough here.

(Low handicaps) From the white tees you can go for the green with about a 240 yard carry. You could play conservatively, hit over the right corner of the water, leaving you a shot pitch to the green.

Good par 3 hole. A sand trap protects the front left third of the green.

Another one is on the right and one is long right. A medium to a long iron will leave you with a short chip to a receptive green. Take a bogey here. Be happy.

(Low handicaps) Set up for the middle of the green and put your best swing in it. Don’t go for the corners.

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Hole No. 9 - Par 5

Blue 539 yards White 517 yards Gold 441 yards Red 434 yards

Tough hole. Keep your drive left of the corner as the water comes into play to the right. A three-wood or long iron will put you down by the power pole.

Again, stay left on the second shot. Bunkers protect both sides of this green.

If you miss this green, be short. Chip on and rely on that great putting stroke of yours.

(Low handicaps) Hit your drive with a slight fade off the tee. (Righthanders) A good tee shot will give you an opportunity to get home in two strokes. If you don’t have a good drive, hit to the 100 yard markers and take your chance with a good wedge shot. This is a great risk, reward hole.

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Hole No. 10 - Par 4 Blue 356 yards White 356 yards Gold 307 yards Red 300 yards

A great hole. We are in trouble here.

Water comes into play on the left, outof-bounds on the right and water long down the middle. Hit a middle to long iron off the tee. Now you must hit over the water to a long, narrow green that has a bunker protecting the left front.

Don’t go long. Water comes into play over the green. A medium iron will get you somewhere close to the green. Get on in three and take your bogey. That would be a great score. (I bet you’re glad this hole is over with.)

(Low handicaps) Leave your woods in the bag! A six to four iron off the tee to the 150 yard marker is ideal. A two tiered green and the water makes par a good score here.

Hole No. 11 - Par 3 Blue 166 yards White 145 yards Gold 134 yards Red 134 yards

The most beautiful par three you have ever seen. A long iron over water to a green that has bunkers on both sides make this green hard to hit. Don’t go long.

A short chip will leave you with a chance for par.

(Low handicaps) A true signature hole. With a middle pin, play your normal shot. For a back right pin, play the fade. For a back left pin, play the draw.

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Hole No. 14 - Par 5 Blue 526 yards White 514 yards Gold 419 yards Red 419 yards

Hole No. 12 - Par 4

Hole No. 13 - Par 4

Blue 400 yards White 400 yards Gold 315 yards Red 315 yards

This hole will cause you a problem off the tee. There are woods on both sides of the tee.

Use a three-wood to keep the ball in play. A bunker guards the left side of the fairway.

Anything on the right will roll back towards the middle of the fairway.

A long iron will get you close to the green.

The green is elevated and traps guard the left front and right side. Better to be short on your second shot. Chip on and take your five.

(Low handicaps) Don’t think this hole is over after you get through the trees. Make sure you have the right club for your approach.

This green is pretty wide but not very deep.

Blue 339 yards White 330 yards Gold 301 yards Red 301 yards

A chance to get a stroke back. Slight dogleg left. Large trap on the left really causes a problem, stay short of this trap. There is also a fairway trap on the right.

A three-wood would be a good choice off the tee. A mid-iron to a receptive green gives you a good chance to hit this green.

Stay away from bunker on the right side of the green.

(Low handicaps) Low and high handicappers will play this hole the same. The fairway narrows as you get towards the green.

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This hole is a super par 5. This is the hardest driving hole on the course. With water on the right and the left side of the fairway, you will be better off using a three-wood or long iron to tee off with.

Your second shot won’t be much better, as again, water is on both sides of the fairway in the landing area. A medium or long iron would probably be best. This will leave you with about 150 to 170 yards left to a narrow green with water directly in front, a bunker on the left side of the green and another one protecting the back of the green.

Unless you have nerves of steel, take a short iron and layup left of the green. This will leave you a short pitch left and take away a real big score. Are you still breathing?

(Low handicaps) Blind water again on the right and water again on the right near the green.

Play this hole backwards in your mind.

Plan where you would like to be on your third shot and go to it. Getting greedy invites big numbers on this one.

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Hole No. 16 - Par 5 Blue 507 yards White 488 yards Gold 441 yards Red 441 yards

Hole No. 15 - Par 3 Blue 140 yards White 126 yards Gold 114 yards Red 108 yards

You need a short to medium iron to reach a green that is guarded by a bunker on the front left and on the back right.

Just make sure you hit the ball solid, as there is a water hazard between the tee and the green.

Stay calm, as you have a chance for a good score here.

(Low handicaps) With a pin anywhere except back left, with the ball on a tee and a short iron in your hand, be aggressive. Lots of room between the water and the green.

It’s a good thing that you like challenges because on this hole you have a big one. There is a large water hazard in the middle of the fairway. Take a medium iron and lay up short of the water.

Then take a medium to a long iron and hit short of the hill leading through a tunnel of trees to a green surrounded by more trees.

From here you again have 150 to 170 yards to a green that is protected by a large bunker on the right and the left front of the green.

If you aren’t blocked out by any trees, take a medium iron and try to get to the front of the green. From here, you have a chance for a good chip and putt for par or bogey. Pat yourself on the back. You have survived these three holes.

(Low handicaps) Getting the use of some pasture land through the fairway will help this hole’s driving area. If you are going for it in two, play the left center of the fairway approach. If not, play the right side to 100 yards from the green.

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Hole No. 18 - Par 3

Blue 390 yards White 379 yards Gold 291 yards Red 284 yards

Blue 214 yards White 175 yards Gold 164 yards Red 164 yards

Another tough driving hole as there is an outof-bounds on the left and a fairway that slopes to the right where a line of trees awaits you.

A three-wood would be a good choice off the tee. This will leave you a medium iron to the green. With a large, deep bunker guarding the right front of the green, keep your shot to the left. Five here would be fine.

(Low handicaps) You really need to hit your drive in the fairway. Hit your three wood if you are struggling a little with your driver. Try not to miss the green on the right, a sand trap and severe slope make for a tough up and down.

A very good par three finishing hole.

Be careful here as the road to the left is out-of-bounds.

Traps on both sides and behind this green make it hard to hit. If you miss, miss short. Anywhere else will leave you with a very difficult pitch. A bogey here would be fine.

Congratulations. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve played well on a very difficult golf course. I just hope you brought enough golf balls along.

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(Low handicaps) Depending on the distance of this one from 150 to 200 yards, and the wind direction, you have hit enough good shots today to bet your playing partners, closest to the pin, for a beverage.

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Hole No. 1 - Par 5

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Majority of the trouble on this first hole lies on the left side of the fairway. Try to place your drive away from the trees on the left of the fairway.

On the second shot, avoid the large trees just off the left edge of the fairway.

Your approach shot should be hit well enough to clear the two bunkers guarding the front of the green. Two putts will start your round with a par.

Out of bounds extends down the entire left side of this hole. However, the trouble on No. 2 usually will be found with the pine trees and fairway bunker on the right side.

Hit enough club on your second shot . . . most shots landing short will remain short of the green.

Once you are putting remember, all putts on this green are straight.

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Hole No. 3 - Par 3 152 yards, uphill

This hole tends to play longer than it looks. Hit an extra club to get to the green especially if the pin is back.

A bunker protects the right side of this green.

Hole No. 4 Par 4 313 yards, straight away

If you are going to miss this fairway play to the right so your second shot is easier. The right side takes the large trees guarding the left side and the green side bunker out of play.

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Try to keep your approach shot below the hole for easier putting.

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Hole No. 5 - Par 4 309 yards, dogleg left

Keep your tee shot away from the tree line left of the hole. Playing the first shot straight away will give you a clear second shot.

A large trap and trees protect the right side of the green. But do not let the second shot stray too far left. Everything landing to the left will kick farther left, leaving a difficult chip shot.

Hole No. 6 - Par 4

246 yards, dogleg right

There are two thoughts on playing this narrow, tree lined fairway.

A straight tee shot to the dogleg will leave a short second shot. Make sure your club selection on the tee will give you enough distance to get past the large basswood tree on the right corner of the dogleg.

The longer hitter may elect to go for the green off the tee. If you choose this route, play to the right of the corner basswood with a fade.

If you hit directly at the green you must get the ball up quickly to get over the tall oak trees.

It’s your choice when playing this hole. A small bunker is located off the right side of the green.

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Hole No. 7 - Par 3 138 yards, downhill

There is water in front of the green which should not be a problem to carry. A large bunker is located to the right of the green.

With a two tier green to hit, check the pin placement before your tee shot and use enough club to carry your shot to the proper level. An error leaves a long and difficult putt.

Hole No. 8 - Par 4 365 yards, straight away

Probably the toughest hole on the course. There is an out-of-bounds along the entire right side of the hole.

With a straight drive make sure you hit enough club on your second shot.

The distance on your second shot is deceiving with a valley directly in front of the green.

The easiest chip shot is from the front of the green. A miss to either side of the green leaves a difficult chip.

Remember downhill putts on this green tend to be quicker than on most other holes on the course.

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Hole No. 9 - Par 5

446 yards, straight away

Out-of-bounds and water are found on the right side of this hole.

The rough on this hole, on both sides of the fairway, tends to be thick and will give you a challenging second shot. Playing the fairway is the surest route to the green.

Select enough club on your approach shot to carry the bunker that guards the front twothirds of the green.

Final note— When playing the Clear Lake Golf Course, remember all of the greens hold well. Hit your approach shots to the flag to leave yourself a shorter putt. On most holes it will be to your advantage to try and keep the ball below the hole for the easiest putting.

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Great rates + local agent =

Value

Good Luck Golfers and Welcome!

ENJOY ALL THAT THE GOLF COURSE HAS TO OFFER

“Western Wisconsin’s Largest Variety of Fine Wines & Spirits at Discount Prices”

Amery Discount Liquor 1015 Cornwall Ave., Amery OPEN DAILY 9 A.M. TO 9 P.M.

CLEAR LAKE GOLF CLUB

MAY 3, 2016

AMERY FREE PRESS

Friendly Bar Tournament

Oct. 1 Backwoods Tournament

The Dental Arts Staff hopes you have a wonderful, fun Summer, and Good Luck with your golf game!

David P. Doroff, D.D.S. James J. Lampi, D.D.S. Thomas P. VanSomeren, D.D.S. Amy G. Ott, D.D.S.

FAMILY DENTISTRY

404 Wisconsin Avenue Amery, WI 54001 715-268-7177 www.amerydental.com

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CLEAR LAKE GOLF CLUB

AMERY FREE PRESS

MAY 3, 2016

Enjoy Your Summer!

Welcome to Amery!

Shop Chet Johnson Drug Store for . . .

For your yard & garden projects . . .

•36# Select Peat •36# Manure Compost •36# Top Soil •.75 cf Potting Soil

YOUR CHOICE

$1.99

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•Full Service Pharmacy •Greeting Cards •Watch Batteries •Gifts •Film Developing •Candy •Cosmetics •Pool and Spa Chemicals •Durable Medical Equipment •Your Favorite Newspapers Next Day Photo Service 6 DAYS A WEEK

Now Open . . .

Greenhouse at the Amery store is ready

mery Serving A932 since 1

715-268-8121

15¢ copies

STORE HOURS:

Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-7 p.m.

Sat. 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Sun. 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Amery, WI 715-268-7170

Clear Lake, WI 715-263-2375

204 Keller Ave. N, • P.O. Box 17 Amery, WI 54001

Healthcare Services and Everyday Needs from People You Know www.chetjohnsondrug.com

Clear Lake Golf Club welcomes you!

100 Golf Drive, Clear Lake • 715-263-2500 WEEKENDS & HOLIDAYS $14.00 for 9 holes $22.00 for 18 holes WEEKDAYS $10.00 for 9 holes $16.00 for 18 holes CHECK FOR WEEKDAY SPECIALS

Fully stocked Pro Shop . . . Watch for promotions throughout the year

DRIVING RANGE

Please call for tee times

Lessons available by appointment

715-263-2500

Open to the public

Open Daily - Sun Up to Sun Down

Small Bucket $2.00 Large Bucket $4.00

Banquet Facilities Available