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Special meeting sees Summer School canceled

BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

The School District of Amery’s Board of Education met for a second time within two weeks. The meeting saw the cancellation of Summer School and the opening of Club House child care.

District Administrator Shawn Doerfler said, “I apologize for the short notice, but

as you probably well imagine, this has been a very fast moving target; the whole Coronavirus topic.” He explained when the Board previously met a week and a half prior; they had not received any guidance from the Department of Health Services (DHS) or CDC on handling Club House, Summer School or any SEE SUMMER SCHOOL, PAGE 8A

Committees face hard decision of nixing events

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There is a sense of tranquility felt while taking in a summer view sitting atop a Ferris wheel. In a time when people are craving those

Amery’s Farmers Market set to open The taste of locally grown food will be at the fingertips of those shopping the Amery Farmers Market starting Monday, June 8. Full story on page 2A.

nuggets of peacefulness, they need look elsewhere, as one by one fairs that usually feature the symbols of summer are canceling; the latest being the Polk County Fair.

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Brothers find teamwork makes their dream work

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On top of tackling their regular schoolwork while working from home, Amery brothers, Tristan and Tannor Deleon, decided to add in an engineering class. The two wondered if it would be possible to build a boat made from recycled pop bottles. Tristan and Tannor, sons of Chris and Hailey Deleon, spent months saving bottles, they were able to put their engineering skills to the test by building a pontoon style boat

out of recycled bottles.

The pair said they came up with the idea when Tannor made a seed planting rocket launcher using a two-liter bottle. Together, they wondered what else they could use recycled bottles for?

Remembering they had seen pictures of literally tons of plastic floating in the ocean, they thought, “ Why not see if we could build a boat!”

“We started saving bottles in February. My dad was going to come to my SUBMITTED

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9-year-old Tannor Deleon

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Osceola and St. Croix valley railway delays opening BY: C.L. SILL OSCEOLA SUN

The Osceola and St. Croix Valley Railway has delayed their summer programing due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The heritage railroad typically opens in early May. This year the tentative plan is to remain closed throughout the summer, open on Labor Day weekend and run through late October.

However, this could change depending on how the pandemic shifts between now and September.

“Everything is fluid because the virus keeps evolving,” said Scott Huppert, the executive director of the Minnesota Transportation Museum, which operates the railway.

The railway has already had to cancel one of its most popular events, and will see many more changes once it does open.

“One of our most popular events is Mothers Day,” Hippert said. “This year we were unable to do that and we feel so bad about that, because there are so many moms that were looking forward to spending their Mothers Day on the train with us.”

When the train does open, its normal routes from Osceola to Marine

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Osceola and St. Croix Valley Railway will be delaying their opening.

on St. Croix, Minn. and from Osceola to Dresser will remain the same, but the number of trips as well as what’s offered on those trips will change. In a typical year the railway offers brunch trains as well as pizza trains, but no food will be served on the trips this year.

“We consulted health professionals and they said it’s best this year not to take a chance on offering food,” Hippert

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The railway typically runs four trips per day throughout the season, but may have to drop that number to three in order for staff to have time to disinfect the cars between each trip.

“We’ll make sure if there are any germs there we’re taking care of them before anybody else gets back on the train,” Hippert said. “We’ll also be putting plexiglass dividers in the Osceola

depot ticket counter to protect both the visitors and volunteers.”

The museum will also be limiting the number of people per trip. At full capacity in a normal year, the train can hold around 300 passengers at a time, but Hippert said the trains will run at 25 percent capacity this season, putting the maximum number of people per trip around 80.

“First and foremost we want our visitors, passengers and volunteers to remain healthy,” he said. “We’re taking every precaution we can to make certain that by the time the train starts operating, that we’re going to be able to do so in a healthy environment and protect people as best we possibly can.”

Hippert said they hope to make the best of the shortened season and bring as much business as they can to Osceola.

“We consider ourselves a partner with the Osceola business community,” he said. “We’re all in this together and we really do want to work together with the local community to bring the train and Osceola business back to life as best as we possibly can.”

Amery’s Farmers Market set to open

BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

A variety of things make Amery stand out during summer months.

While it is hard not to think about the things that cannot take place in town due to the pandemic, there are traditional town summer favorites that are still taking place, including the Amery Farmer’s Market.

The market will be opening Monday, June 8. The hours are 3-6pm. The first Saturday market is scheduled for June 13, 9am - noon. Both Monday and Saturday markets run throughout the summer, excluding the Saturday during the Amery Fall Festival, should that run as normally planned.

Located in the middle of downtown, at Soo Line Park, under and around the eye catching red depot pavilion, access to the market is easy from both Keller Avenue (Main Street) and Harriman Avenue, with ample parking.

Due to the current Covid-19 situation, the Amery Farmers Market will have new rules for both vendors and visitors to ensure your market is complying with health safety guidelines.

Market Directors said you can trust that your community food vendors are committed to bringing quality, safety and good health to the market each and every day. Look for more information on the Amery Farmers Market Facebook page as well as signage at the market for instructions on how to shop safely at the market. Vendors will also be promoting pre-orders and pick up at their booths. This is a great way to get to know your local farmers.

You can pick up information at their booths on this new service.

Here is a sampling of what you will see at this summer's market: • Seasonally fresh produce of all

kinds, grown with care from three regional farmers, including, fruits and micro-greens.

• Fresh herbs, garlic and mushrooms • A wide variety of canned goods, from spaghetti sauces to pickles, BBQ sauces, salsas, jellies and preserves.

• Delicious homemade baked goods • Vegetable plants for your home garden • An excellent variety of meats beef, pork, lamb and trout.

• Honey and maple syrup • Goat milk soaps and laundry detergent New this year, on Saturdays only, Local Brick Fire Pizza will have their food truck on the premises to offer delicious options to fire up your day.

The Amery Farmers Market Facebook page will regularly provide updates, photos and vendor information, so be sure to check in often.

You can contact Valerie Burke (715554-1034) or Brenda Boe (715-607-0759) with any comments or questions.

They said, “Your local farmers and food providers are here for you and will be looking for you at our markets starting June 8th!”

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BROTHERS: Overjoyed their creation floated as lake water is cold CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1

class to teach us how to build seed launching rockets. He is an engineering teacher at Hudson Middle School. But then this whole pandemic happened and so we had a bunch of bottles already saved,” said Tannor.

Tristan said, “The majority of the bottles were from our house but a few came from other family members.”

Along with the bottles, the duo used about two rolls of duct tape and some reclaimed deck boards. Tristan said their father assisted with the power and hand tools, but they did most of the planning and design themselves.

They agree the hardest part of construction was taking the labels off of some of the bottles as they were glued on very well.

Many times engineering attempts do not always work on the first try and might need a few issues worked out, but the brothers did not run into any problems. They said the boat was their first attempt and they were surprised it worked so well.

They did say they were nervous when they first put the boat onto Amery’s North Twin Lake. “We didn’t want to have to swim to shore because the water is still kind of cold. When we tested our boat, we forgot to bring a rope just in case it sank and we were worried we might have to wade out then and get the boat,” they said.

There is an old Proverb that says, “Help your brother’s boat across, and your own will reach the shore.” When asked if they had any disagreements during the building process, they said, “We actually worked

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Tannor Deleon (left) and brother Tristan Deleon (right) are shown with a boat they engineered out of recycled bottles. They sailed their vessel on Amery’s North Twin Lake and hope to construct another.

really well together. We usually fight just a little bit on projects because we both have our own ideas on how things should be done, but we agreed on this project.

They said the best part of building the boat was getting to ride it and to see that

something they built themselves actually worked.

Next, the Deleon brothers want to save more bottles to build another boat and race across the lake.

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Masking our feelings

BY TOM STANGL FROM THE PUBLISHER’S DESK

“Sometimes a cigar is just a cigar.”

That quote about the implied meaning of objects in dreams is often credited to Sigmund Freud, pioneer psychoanalyst. It turns out that Freud really enjoyed cigars, but never said the famous quote.

I wonder what Freud would make of the recent hubbub centered around wearing face coverings.

As we continue to deal with the social and economic fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic, face coverings have become a seemPublisher ingly partisan issue.

The lockdown we all endured Tom Stangl was intended to give hospitals time to prepare for the increased number of cases that are occurring now.

It was never intended to be a permanent solution to starve the virus of hosts by virtually eliminating all person to person contact.

The lockdown was oppressive, financially devastating and scary as hell. It is understandable we all want some return to normalcy, but until a vaccine is developed, each of us needs to find ways to live our lives and manage health risks associated with everyday life.

The concept and practice of social distancing worked in earlier pandemics and scientific evidence regarding the spread of the coronavirus indicates that in instances where close contact cannot be avoided, face coverings can help minimize exposure of the virus.

Research indicates some people who don’t display symptoms of the virus (referred to as asymptomatic) can spread it.

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends “wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (e.g., grocery stores and pharmacies) especially in areas of significant community-based transmission.”

When I think about this and face coverings, I think about how strange I feel when I wear a mask and how funny I look wearing one. They also make my glasses foggy when I exhale.

But then I think about the folks who wore face masks before the pandemic (and still do now): doctors, dentists, hygienists, surgeons and nurses. They wear them in serious instances to protect their patients and themselves.

When I think of it that way, it makes sense to wear one in places when shopping. It’s a sign of courtesy to others. I am adjusting to wearing a mask in retail environments and it feels a bit less strange. I find imagining myself as an outlaw helps.

I also understand that many people don’t want to wear a mask, for a variety of reasons.

In addition to it feeling strange and making a person look different, some people are hard to understand speaking while masked. Others feel wearing a mask infringes on their personal liberties. Some feel coronavirus is not serious and we need to develop immunity from the virus.

I get it and can see both sides of the issue.

But to generalize that mask wearers are frightened and weak is wrong. It’s also wrong to think those who choose not to wear masks are bullies and less intelligent.

I think the first thing we all need to work on is understanding and respecting the choices of others. Tolerance of others is deeply rooted in our national conscience. When times get tough, we need to remember who we are as a nation.

And sometimes, a mask is just a mask.

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.

Look beyond the stereotypes

BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

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here have been many things about the first half of 2020 that will remain in our minds for many years. Multiple times over the past few months I found myself sitting at my desk left speechless (which is super odd for me) and shaking my head over the craziness of the world.

I have said previously that social media insults and fights over differing COVID-19 opinions had bothered me.

Just when it seemed to be quieting down Editor a bit, horrible things April Ziemer happened in Minnesota last week.

On social media I witnessed people name calling and tearing each other apart over opposing opinions about the situation. Everyone has his or her feelings for a reason. Each person’s life experiences have built their views and intensified their passion for certain beliefs.

At some point it became apparent to me that while being upset over emotionally charged squabbles, the root of what has been causing my disgust boils down to one word…generalizations.

Over the years I hear people begin sentences with language such as, “Republicans only want…” or “Democrats will never…” Just when I thought that past major election years were the times that these generalized statements had their

peaks of being repeated, along came COVID-19.

I understand why many people felt/feel the way they do about the pandemic. The way you have been personally affected helped shape your feelings. I saw a lot grouping going on during this time. Health care workers believe… Business owners feel… Democrats/Republicans just don’t get…

I have loved ones in health care with differing views on Coronavirus. I have friends who are business owners who have fully reopened their businesses and others who have not. I know some Republicans who are super smart and some that I would call senseless. Guess what?

I know some intelligent and idiotic Democrats too.

One of the biggest thorns in my side was when I would hear, “The media is to blame.” Sometimes do certain media skew the “news”? I think so. But like many things in life, the broad spectrum of media outlets is made up of some good, some bad and some ugly. I can only speak for myself when I say reporting on something like COVID-19 has had challenges of providing people information given to us by federal, state and county departments while balancing the fact that some people were tired of hearing about it. I am not looking for sympathy about my career choice, instead I am asking you to dispel the myth that every single word typed is done so with the intention of casting a net of fear upon readers.

The tragedy which took place in the Twin Cities last week saw people making generalizations about others due to their jobs and their race.

There is a temptation when police are involved in an ugly incident, to paint an entire department with a broad brush. I can’t do that. I would hope that we don’t judge all of them based on the behavior of a few.

If an officer oversteps the boundaries of police protocol or if there’s a problem with attitude or behavior that permeates the department, that must be changed. It should not take away from the fact there are good people who honestly care about their communities and the people in them, who wake up each morning, slip on bulletproof vests and go to work.

Discrimination in any form is wrong and should not be tolerated.

Every day people are treated differently based on the color of their skin, their sex, their sexual orientation, their age, their weight, their religious beliefs, their job titles-unfortunately this list could go on and on. This is a reality that needs to change. I do not have the answers to that change. I do feel discontinuing to generalize a person into a category based on any of the previously mentioned, could be a small step in the right direction.

People are made up of so much more than the boxes they check while filling out paperwork, so my request is a simple one, but I am going to type this louder for those in the back… judge by character.

I enjoy sharing my thoughts with you and look forward to readers sharing their thoughts in return.

Feel free to email me at editor@ theameryfreepress.com, write me at P.O. Box 424, Amery WI. 54001 or I can be reached by phone at 715-268-8101.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Appreciates trail Much has been said about the pandemic that we are going through and some even being positive. That is the angle I would like to address.

With people working at home or not at all and school be closed, many families have taken advantage and have been outside doing activities together. One can sit inside only so long.

Being VP of the Stower Seven Lakes Trail, one of my assignments has to help maintain the trail and clear it of trees and plants that grow inward to narrow the trail. This task has placed me on the trail for considerable days this spring. Being on the trail for hours at a time, gives me the pleasure of seeing the trail’s usage. Walkers, runners and bikers and even one mushroom hunter have been on the trail in numbers that I have not seen before. Given the chance for a visit, they state how much they love the trail and give thanks for the maintenance of it and for the fact that they have use of it. They are from all over, (I ask) Woodbury, Cumberland, Clayton etc.

A second responsibility is to collect season and daily passes

It’s not over!!

I think we have to remember the pandemic is still happening. In the last week or so in Amery I observed many people standing in small groups, not practicing the six foot rule. We should not be shaking hands, hugging, touching one another.

I did notice a great deal of this at the Monday Memorial service at the bridge and cemetery. Very few masks

from the four yellow boxes located along the trail. When the pandemic first became a concern, the county pulled all the passes from the box hoping to prevent many people close together filling out their passes. This lasted about 6 weeks.

Keeping that in mind, I have collected a total of approximately $1500 so far this year. That is $500 more then last year at this time.

Sometimes, if there were no passes in the box to fill out, (like when the county pulled them) people would throw money in the box collection slot anyway to show their appreciation for the trails use.

It just is not the non-motorized trail that is getting used; The Cattail trail has been busy for the same reason of people getting out into nature.

Amery is so blessed to have both trails to be used by people all over this part of the country. I can’t think offhand any other cities that have that same advantage. I just hope we can continue to keep it this way.

Happy Trails, Gary Osborn VP Friends of the Stower Seven Lakes State Trail

being used as well.

The masks are not to protect ourselves (you may think you are very healthy) but to prevent the spread of the virus. Masks are not comfortable, but neither is COVID-19.

Someone may not realize they are harboring the virus. It only takes one person to infect 3-4 others and they in turn infect 7-8 others, etc, etc, and it grows like wildfire!

Amery has been

lucky, but we must keep up our guard or it will spread all over.

Masks at public places and small groups with 6 feet distance between people.

We are helping others and ourselves by practicing these rules.

We are still “IN IT”, and it may get worse.

PLEASE try to help contain it.

Lou John Concerned citizen of Amery, WI

Stower Trail concerns Some people believe that every public trail should be an off-road motorsport trail.

However, most people believe that only some trails should be off-road motorsport trails… and some trails should be bicycle trails, and some trails should be hiking trails, and some trails should be horse trails, and some trails should be wheelchair accessible, and some trails should be in cities, and some trails should be in the woods…

A system of public trails should provide safe recreation for everyone, no matter their age or their ability.

Nevertheless, the motorsports crowd will try to clutter the Stower Seven Lakes State Trail with snowmobiles and horses at the

The Increasing Stock Market To date about 40 million have lost their jobs and over 50% of small businesses are expected to never reopening. 103,000 death from COVID-19 and that is with social distancing and stay at home orders. The flu kills on average 35,000 yearly.

COVID-19 has financially hit hard small family farms, small local businesses, the travel industry, poor, working poor, and middle class.

Why is the stock market doing well? Major companies listed in the stock market had excess cash since the Great Recession, already cash rich before Trump and Republican 2017 corporate tax cut. Many corporations used their excess cash for stock buybacks, inflating their stock prices, and helping increase the stock market. Many corporations received 2020 stimulus money, enriching them again. Very different

next Polk County Board meeting. They want to put horses side-by-side with bicyclist, pedestrians and wheelchairs. This scheme is foolish and dangerous and it divides the community.

The Stower is already open to everyone, no matter their age or their ability. It is one small part of a local trail system that heavily favors motorsports. It connects the most populous communities in the county with a safe place to recreate for the very oldest and the very youngest among us. The Stower is the most accessible and successful trail in the county and I think we should keep it that way.

Brook Waalen President, Friends of Stower Seven Lakes State Trail, Frederic, WI

than 30 years ago or before the 1980’s, the market is heavily weighted to a small number of companies, Apple, Facebook, Amazon, and Google. In 1997, there were about 7500 companies listed.

Today, only 3600 companies.

Even with 401K’s, pension plans, and individual retirement accounts, only 55% of Americans are invested in the market, down from 62% in mid-2000s. Average workers’ incomes have not kept pace with inflation, less money to invest. As of 2016, the wealthiest 10% of Americans owned, in dollars, 84% of the total stock held by U.S. households. Between mid-March and midMay, American billionaires fortunes soared by $434 billion. Biggest gains were Amazon’s Bezo and Facebook’s Zuckerberg. In 2018, Amazon had more than $11 billion in income, yet paid no federal taxes and received a federal government refund of $137 million from 2017 due to the Republican 2017 Corporate tax cut. Am-

azon will pay taxes in 2019, due to profits helped by the virus. Amazon’s Bezo is world’s richest person.

Amazon has strong armed city and state governments for tax free status to expand or threatened to leave the city or state. The Trump administration is considering giving another corporate tax cut, cutting capital gains taxes, and reducing payroll taxes. Payroll taxes fund social security which needs the money and gives little relief to average workers. The unemployed don’t benefit. Capital gains is paid on property and stock sales. Primary home is tax– exempt on the first $500,000 of profit (minus original cost and improvement) for a couple, $250,000 for a single person. The rich will benefit the most with stock and vacation home sales, leaving higher federal debt for our children.

Cheryl Moskal (previous area resident) Denver, CO

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Minnesota Nice?

GENE JOHNSON, PUBLISHER EMERITUS PRESS PUBLICATIONS, WHITE BEAR LAKE, MN

“I CAN’T BREATHE, I can’t breathe, please help me!” These were the final words of George Floyd as his life was taken under the knee of a Minneapolis police officer. This incident was the cause of domestic terrorism in 75 cities across the nation.

We have to ask ourselves, “Have we made any progress in race relation issues which are so deep rooted?”

The fires and damage were caused here in Minnesota primarily by Minnesotans, with some outside influence. Looters exploited the Gene Johnson damage to the stores. Several neighborhood businesses were destroyed in Minneapolis and St. Paul which will now make for hardships for local shoppers without transportation. Minneapolis police are not trusted and they need refined procedures in their conduct.

Even if the charges to the officer seemed premature, the county attorney and the mayor felt something needed to be done immediately. Racism is ugly and we can’t fight for justice with injustice. It is a sad day in Minnesota when we have to live with unrest in place of empathy and love.

I understand why people are angry. Living in White

Bear Lake for the past 50 years, we’ve experienced racial hatred toward our family. In 1970 we adopted our eldest son, Cameron, who is mixed race. Cameron and his wife, Michelle, live in White Bear Township.

When he was growing up we received letters stating that he doesn’t belong in this community. At our church, a member confronted us that he didn’t belong there either. When Cameron goes into a store he is often followed around by clerks, security and other customers. It upsets me that he continues to have these experiences based solely on the color of his skin.

It’s unacceptable and needs to change.

LAST WEEK A police officer on an eviction notice call in Grand Forks, MN was killed in the line of duty. It turned out to be the son-in-law of my nephew, Tim Christian and his wife, Sandy, of Grand Forks.

Their daughter Mandy’s husband, Cody Holte, a 29 year old police officer, leaves behind a 10 month old son, Gunnar. Cody was the first police officer to be killed by gun fire in the line of duty in Grand Forks history. Cody took three bullets of the 41 rounds fired from an AK-47. One other officer was also shot and is recovering.

WHILE THE MEMORIAL Day weekend had some inclement weather, most people found a way to be outside on bikes, camping, golfing and boating.

This is the time of year for families to review safety practices for all outdoor activities. I met Bob Odom years ago through White Bear Lake Rotary. He told

me that every time their family was made aware of an accident they talked about it at the dinner table and talked about how it could be avoided. They also stressed how some people seem more vulnerable than others. The Odoms have retired to Fernandina Beach.

FL. THERE ARE MANY people and organizations that are working diligently to prevent COVID-19 from spreading and helping those who are recovering.

There are many who are out of work. The pandemic has caused thousands to be unemployed, businesses filing bankruptcy, and the depletion of household budgets. The heroes are the moms and dads who are doing home schooling and the teachers who are preparing lessons on line. We tip our hats to the first responders and all the people in the medical facilities who work tirelessly to meet the needs of those infected.

Through this experience, and we don’t know how long it will last, people are becoming friendlier to one another. I’ve seen tables with free items in front of homes to anyone who can use them. People are finding new ways to help their neighbors and others.

They are also finding ways to expand the food budget by buying in bulk and learning and trying new recipes.

Gene Johnson can be contacted at ppinfo@ presspubs.com.

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Amery Police Report 05/22/20-05/28/20 05/22/20, 06:30 a.m., Suspicious activity 05/22/20, 08 p.m., Animal control call 05/22/20, 08:38 p.m., Assist in civil matter 05/23/20, 12:48 p.m., Suspicious activity 05/23/20, 07:23 p.m., Assist citizen 05/23/20, 07:39 p.m., Suspicious activity 05/23/20, 10:58 p.m., Juvenile call 05/23/20, 11:52 p.m., Suspicious activity 05/24/20, 12:40 a.m., Animal control call 05/24/20, 12:56 a.m., Suspicious activity 05/24/20, 01:12 a.m., Disorderly Conduct 05/24/20, 01:33 p.m., Vehicle lockout 05/24/20, 08:51 p.m., Juvenile call 05/24/20, 09:16 p.m., 911 hang up 05/24/20, 10:44 p.m., Juvenile call 05/25/20, 07:56 a.m., Vehicle lockout 05/25/20, 08:39 a.m., Welfare check 05/25/20, 11:39 a.m., Theft report 05/25/20, 11:46 a.m., Theft report 05/25/20, 12:01 a.m., Harassment report 05/26/20, 10:57 a.m., Mental health call 05/26/20, 02:21 p.m., Disturbance 05/27/20, 12:45 p.m., Welfare check 05/27/20, 02:32 p.m., Assist citizen 05/27/20, 04:21 p.m., Suspicious activity 05/27/20, 06:33 p.m., Assist citizen 05/27/20, 07:38 p.m., Animal control call 05/27/20, 08:09 p.m., Mental health call 05/27/20, 11:07 p.m., Suspicious activity 05/27/20, 11:42 p.m., Assist citizen 05/27/20, 11:45 p.m., Assist in civil issue 05/28/20, 01:54 a.m., Business alarm 05/28/20, 09:45 a.m., Animal control call 05/28/20, 02 p.m., Assist citizen 05/28/20, 04:24 p.m., Juvenile call ARRESTS: No Arrests

Polk County marriage licenses Jesse Lee Beverlin and Angela Marie Sargent of St. Croix Falls are to be married June 5, 2020.

Austin Ryan Hagemeister of Maple Grove and Adaira Michelle Kari of Lindstrom were married May 30, 2020.

Nathaniel Alan Kahl and Naomi Elizabeth Williamson of Luck are to be married June 6, 2020.

Levi Paul Otterson of Tainter and Anna Grace O’Brien of Luck were married May 30, 2020.

Polk County arrests Matthew Gene Gillentine, 32, Byhalia, MS, was arrested May 25 for substantial battery.

Crystal Marie Cook, 27, Coon Rapids, MN, was arrested May 25 for possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, bail jumping and a probation hold.

Dustin Charles Groehler, 29, Clayton, was arrested May 25 for substantial battery and disorderly conduct.

Joel Milburn Lindgren, 39, Amery, was arrested May 24 for a Washington County, MN warrant and possession of THC. Miles Clifton Walls, 32, Osceola, was arrested May 23 for domestic battery, domestic disorderly conduct, domestic strangulation and possession of methamphetamine.

A Milltown man has been charged with Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) fourth charge, in connection with a May 23 incident. If convicted, Troy L. Cowan, 59, is facing six years in prison and $10,000 in fines.

According to Probable Cause, a Polk County Deputy was Cowan dispatched to a onevehicle crash outside of Milltown.

Upon arrival, the deputy could see the vehicle had traveled approximately 15-20 feet down an embankment. There were tracks through the ditch where the vehicle had gone forward and reverse several times to come back up and out of the ditch onto the roadway.

was arrested May 18 for a probation warrant.

Ky D. Larson, 30, Milltown, was arrested May 23 for a probation hold.

Joshua Ryan McCloud, 22, Amery, was arrested May 20 for OWI (3rd), operating without a license (2nd), resisting an officer and a probation hold.

Michael Lawrence Nelson, 37, St. Croix Falls, was arrested May 21 for OWI (2nd) and disorderly conduct.

Dennis J. Woitas, 57, St. Croix Falls, was arrested May 24 for OWI (2nd).

Troy Lane Cowan, 57, Milltown, was arrested May 23 for OWI (4th).

Repeat offenses for Amery man

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An Amery man has been charged with Operating While Intoxicated (third offense), Operating Without a License (second offense) as well as resisting arrest after a May 20 incident.

According to the Probable Cause report, law enforcement pulled over Joshua Wendt McCloud, 22, after the motorcycle he was driving was observed traveling at what appeared to be over 25MPH down Amery’s Keller Avenue. After following Wendt McCloud for approximately ¼ mile with emergency lights activated, law McCloud enforcement activated their siren and Wendt McCloud pulled over.

Allegedly, Wendt McCloud admitted to the officer he was driving too fast and said he did not have a valid motorcycle license. When asked if he had insurance on the bike, he said he did and said the insurance company was Health Partners. Law enforcement advised that was health insurance and not motorcycle insurance.

While talking with Wendt McCloud, the officer saw he had glossy blood-shot eyes and slurred thicktalked speech. Polk County dispatch advised Wendt

Intoxicated driver honest about accident

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Brandon R. Chenal, 33, Siren, was arrested May 21 for resisting an officer, possession of methamphetamine with intent, possession of drug paraphernalia and felony bail jumping.

Leigha Marie Van Sickle, 34, Frederic, was arrested May 21 for a probation hold warrant, possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Shannon Mary O’Brien, 46, Woodbury, MN, was arrested May 19 for possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Bridget Nicole Eisele, 38, Frederic, was arrested May 21 for a probation warrant.

Charles Dustin Coon, 42, Luck, was arrested May 18 for a probation violation.

Aaron James Merrill, 33, Luck,

Cowan identified himself and allegedly told law enforcement he had gone into the ditch because he had been drinking too much. When asked what he had been drinking, he said beer. When asked about the quantity, he said, “Way too much.” When asked if he thought he was too intoxicated to drive, he said, “Yes.” When he exited his truck, Cowan seemed unsteady on his feet. His eyes were allegedly bloodshot and glossy and he had slurred, delayed speech.

The deputy noticed a strong odor of alcoholic beverage coming from him.

Cowan said he did not have insurance for his vehicle and agreed to Standardized Field Testing. A Preliminary Breath Test showed a result of .258 Dispatch advised Cowan had three prior convictions for OWI in 1990, 1991 and 1995. Cowan told the Deputy he had been arrested for OWI within the past year as well.

McCloud’s drivers license was revoked, he did not have a motorcycle endorsement, had a .02 alcohol restriction and he was to have an interlock device installed on his vehicles.

The officer allowed Wendt McCloud to push his motorcycle to a near by yard where the residents gave him permission to park it. While pushing it, he dropped the bike, but with assistance was able to pick it back up and finish putting it in the yard. During this time, a vehicle pulled up to the scene and Wendt McCloud said they were there to pick him up.

Although he denied having any alcohol, the officer told Wendt McCloud he wanted to administer Standardized Field Sobriety tests and said he could possibly go with the ride, if he passed.

Wendt McCloud then took off running. The officer yelled for him to “stop,” but he did not comply. Wendt McCloud then tripped and fell, the officer caught up to him and placed him in handcuffs.

Dispatch advised the officer Wendt McCloud had two prior convictions for OWI and was currently on probation for resisting and obstructing an officer.

A preliminary Breath Test (PBT) provided a reading of .307.

McCloud was transported to Amery Hospital and Clinic ER for a blood sample and then to the Polk County jail.

UTV argument leads to assault

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An assault that allegedly stemmed from an argument over Utility Task Vehicle (UTV) parts, resulted in one man being transported to Regions Hospital in St. Paul and another being transported to Polk County jail.

According to Probable Cause, Clayton resident Dustin Groehler, 29, has been charged with substantial battery and disorderly conduct Groehler in connection with a May 25 incident.

Allegedly law enforcement was contacted about an altercation that happened in front of Charlie’s Place tavern in Clayton. A victim had been transported to Regions with significant injuries including brain bleeding and fractures to his face.

Prior to police arrival, the suspect

had fled.

A deputy spoke with the victim’s girlfriend, who was a witness to the fight. She said an argument had started over ways to make an UTV go faster. She did not know the suspect’s name, but she could identify him if she saw him. Later she identified Groehler as the person who assaulted her boyfriend based on a social media photo.

The bartender told law enforcement she did not see the altercation, but did go outside afterwards and saw Groehler holding his ear that appeared to have been injured.

Allegedly other witnesses identified the missing man as the owner of an UTV that was still parked outside of the bar. The ATV was registered to Groehler.

Groehler was later taken into custody and charged. If convicted, he is facing up to 3 ½ years in prison and $10,000 in fines.

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90 Years Ago June 5, 1930 Drug Store Changes Hands An important business transaction, which has been on the pan for sometime was consummated Monday, whereby H. C. Schroder buys the Twin Lake Drug Store of H. E. Rounsavell.

Elaborate improvements will be made to the interior of the store and a 10-foot Frigidaire soda fountain of the very latest type will be installed at once.

Mr. Schroder is a pharmacist of many years experience and informs us that after improvements now under way are completed, the Twin Lakes Drug Store will be one of the most up-to-date in this part of the state.

Three-Day Market Day and Carnival At a meeting of the Community Club members and businessmen last Thursday evening at the WHECo. entertainment room, many matters of interest and importance were discussed.

Among the more important matters was the question of a FarmYesterday’s ers Picnic or a Farmers News Market Day. Diane Stangl It was decided that the picnic would be dispensed with this year and a grand market day and carnival be staged later in the year.

It was also decided that a membership drive be put on and for this purpose.

Helpful Hints May 13, 1935 Instead of shelling peas, throw them, pods and all into boiling water after thoroughly washing them and discarding all spoiled ones. When they are done the pods will rise to the surface while peas will remain at the bottom. Peas cooked in this manner have a fine flavor.

75 Years Ago May 31, 1945 Servicemen Need No Fishing License Men and women in the armed services of our government may now hunt and fish during the established open seasons for fish and game without a license of any kind.

However, a nonresident member of the armed services who wishes to ship his catch from this state to another must purchase a fish-shipping coupon to make such shipment.

The coupon costs $2.00. Common carriers cannot accept such shipment of fish unless a fish-shipping coupon is properly attached.

Girl Scouts Put Out Blaze Girl Scouts of Amery turned “fire-eaters” Memorial Day when they ventured forth to Burman’s Point on North Twin Lake for a cook-out.

AHS class of 1920 These well-dressed young people are the AHS class of 1920. The photo was taken on the school grounds in their junior year. Notice the water tower in the background.

No, lets get it straight – they didn’t actually go through the act that you see in the sideshows, but lets begin at the beginning of the story.

The girl scouts hiked out to Burman’s Point about 4 p.m. on Memorial Day with the intention of having an outdoor meal.

They immediately cleared a strip of land preparatory to starting a fire when someone noticed a good healthy blaze burning in several spots on the other side of the knoll that they were on.

Mustering their forces, they proceeded to take their Scout shirts (or blouses), off and began a line of firefighters, running between the lake and the blaze and beating it out with the dampened garments.

After quite some time the begrimed and tired girls were able to rest with the fire having been completely extinguished.

When offered a reward for their efforts, they declined for they wanted to call it their “good deed” for the day.

Get Acquainted Party at Hickory Point Attention is called this week to the “Get Acquainted” party slated this coming Saturday at Hickory Point Resort.

Mr. and Mrs. Alex Leitchman, proprietors of the resort, are giving this party for the purpose of acquainting more members of this community with their facilities.

There will be dancing and entertainment and lunch.

70 Years Ago June 8, 1950 Stray Dogs and BB-Guns Must Go “This is it! From now on all dogs picked up in violation of the city ordinance are going to be shot!” vehemently declared Chief of Police Art Phillipson this week.

(Of course, it is entirely possible the Chief could have been influenced in his declaration somewhat by the fact that the thumb on his left hand is swathed with bandages following a brush with a canine Friday afternoon wherein the dog got the first bite.)

At any rate, Chief Phillipson

stated that all dogs must be on leash or tied on the owner’s property if they are to be immune to seizure.

“When kids start complaining about dogs,” Art said, “It’s high time that something is done about them.”

Another menace to the peaceful living here is the epidemic of BB-gun marksmen now prowling the city.

In this connection, Chief Phillipson pointed out the dangers to the youngsters in the way of permanent injuries and also the fact that they are rated as firearms and cannot be lawfully discharged with in the city limits.

Chief Phillipson asked the cooperation of the parents to eliminate the BB-guns before someone loses sight of an eye or other painful injuries occur.

65 Years Ago June 2, 1955 Lifeguard Saves Swimmer Newly hired city lifeguard Peter Waggoner had to spring into action his first day of duty.

The city beach on South Twin was officially opened to swimmers Memorial Day and the first rescue was recorded at the same time.

An unidentified girl “about 10 or 11 years old,” ventured out too far. While trying to reach bottom with her feet, the girl became almost completely submerged. She screamed for help.

Lifeguard Waggoner pulled her from the water.

This story can serve as an object lesson to swimmers!

This could have been a story of another drowning death and not the report of a rescue.

60 Years Ago June 2, 1960 New Asphalt Race Track Niles Framsted will open his new asphalt racetrack this Sunday night.

“This is a beautiful track and we’ll have over 40 cars ready for the tree racing divisions,” stated Framsted in announcing the opening. Time trials start at 8:30 p.m. with racing at 9 in three classes – stock car, semi-modified and modified

models.

Admission for adults is $1 per person with children under 12 admitted without charge.

The raceway is located just a mile south of U.S. No. 8, on CTH “H.”

Vandals Break Glass From Parked Auto All of the windows and windshield of a car belonging to Raymond Dilly were broken out as it was parked on highway 87 north of St. Croix Falls on Friday evening, according to a report from Sheriff Eugene Holmes.

The vehicle developed motor trouble and the owner left to seek assistance and on his return he found the glass broken.

In other action this week, Sheriff Holmes reported that an electric fencer on the B. E. Gorres farm in the Town of Beaver was taken.

Another in a series for thefts from Valley Motor Co. occurred on Friday evening as yeggs made off with hub caps.

Injures Left Hand in Mower Attempting to make an adjustment in the cutting height on a rotary power mower caused Dr. Donald Nelson some painful hours and the loss of working time.

The accident occurred last Wednesday evening at his residence on North Twin Lake as he started to cut his lawn. The whirling blade cut to the bone on the inside of three fingers on his left hand at the tips.

His neighbor, Dr. H. A. Dasler, was summoned and after treatment, he was taken to Miller hospital, St. Paul, for surgery. He returned to his home in Amery Friday evening.

55 Years Ago June 10, 1965 Burglars Loot Chet Johnson Drug Burglars pried open the front door of Chet Johnson Drug with a crowbar some time Friday night or early Saturday morning, netting an estimated $10,000 worth of merchandise and narcotics.

Bruce Johnson discovered the break-in when he attempted

to open the jimmied door at 8 a.m. Saturday morning.

Apparently veterans in the art of burglary, the thieves went through the watchcase with a discerning eye taking only the most expensive items.

In addition to the watches, the culprits stole 70 diamonds valued in excess of $6,000.

Just the best in cameras were missing after the break-in. The yeggs went through the camera case and stole all the new Polaroids along with the projectors.

A shipment of new cameras set out for pricing was placed in a crate and set in the fitting room and was apparently overlooked by the thieves as they left via the back door.

The drug supply of the store was thoroughly “inventoried” by the thieves with a number of narcotics taken from the stock.

No fingerprints were discovered and little other evidence has been uncovered in the case.

Night officers Robert Shirley and Gary Bottolfson changed shifts at 4 a.m. and neither one reported anything of a suspicious nature. Two individuals, who frequented the store on Friday, were described to officers as suspects because of their actions during the day.

50 Years Ago June 11, 1970 Director Gives Warning Signals Civil Defense Director Harry Adams reminded area residents that the warning to take cover from impending danger is a steady three-minute blast on the fire siren.

“When the danger has past, the siren will blow for one-half a minute,” he declared.

“It is important for everyone to understand the warning procedure and take cover when the siren sounds,” Adams said.

Decorate Amery Man For Gallantry Specialist 4 Dennis L. Amans received the U. S. Army Bronze Star with “V” device “for meritorious service in connection with military operations against the hostile force” in Vietnam.

He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Al Amans of Amery.

On Feb. 10, Spec. Amans was serving as a gunner on a M-50 caliber machine guarding a truck convoy. Early in the afternoon, the convoy came under enemy rocket and automatic weapons fire.

Manning his weapon, Amans noticed that a hand grenade had landed in his vehicle.

Amans threw the hand grenade back toward the enemy.

Shortly after releasing the grenade it exploded wounding Amans and a second soldier. He continued to man his gun.

Running out of ammunition, Amans ran to a truck, which was in the enemy “kill zone” and returned with 1,000 rounds of ammunition.

He and four other members of the gun crew were credited with “knocking out the enemy.”

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events taking place after July 1.

In a release sent to district families, Doerfler said the Wisconsin DCF and DHS both recommend that child care facilities be reopened; therefore, June 15, the Clubhouse will reopen for child care. The District has been working with the Wisconsin DCF to implement changes to our Clubhouse to create a safe environment for our students and staff. Those who are registered for summer care have been contacted

by Clubhouse director, Mrs. Hutton, about these new safety procedures.

Summer School for the district has been canceled

as the Wisconsin DHS recommends that summer activities that gather children in one place for academic or enrichment purposes be postponed or canceled.

Following this guidance, Amery’s Summer School enrichment classes, academic classes and swimming lessons are canceled for 2020.

The Board took no action on events and activities scheduled for July and August.

They decided to table this topic until there is further guidance from Doerfler the State.

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sent to families were Driver Educations, which will offer two virtual sections over the summer. Behindthe-wheel training is currently on hold due to safety concerns for our students and the district instructor.

Meal pick up for families will continue through Aug. 10.

• Meal pick up will move to the Intermediate School beginning June 15. Pick up times will continue to be 11:15 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. and 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. every Monday.

• Amery Schools continue to accept requests for meal pick up – sign up at www.amerysd.k12. wi.us.

• If you are signed up for meal pick up and no longer plan to use the service, please notify the school nutrition office at (715) 268-9771 ext. 359 or email nelsons@amerysd.k12.wi.us.

Amery High School Graduation is postponed until Thursday, July 16, at 7 p.m. There will be modifications due to concerns of safety for the class of 2020 and those in attendance. By July 1, more information will be provided to district seniors and their families about graduation.

In terms of what the fall will bring, most is still unknown. The 2020-2021 school year has had recommended changes from the Wisconsin DHS and CDC to the traditional format of school to improve the safety and well-being of students and staff. Doerfler said, “We will follow this guidance where it is reasonable and practicable. Our goal is to create a school environment where everyone is safe, but also where learning can occur.”

The status of fall sports will be determined by the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA). The School District of Amery will follow the guidance of the WIAA. There has not been any direction to cancel fall sports.

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remotely. In response to COVID-19, Clear Lake PD purchased a new reporting application that allows citizens to do file a police report online.

Chief Tim Strohbusch said, “This is a common practice in larger metro areas, but we implemented it to encourage the social distancing and also to make it easier for people to report smaller, non-emergency events.”

To access the reporting application, visit https://citizenreportingclearlake. eforcesoftware.net/ From this page, you can submit event, vehicle and location information. This will be submitted anonymously. When a report is submitted, an officer will review the report and if needed, may contact you for follow up. If a report is generated, you may receive other documents via email. “We are encouraging people to not only use the system but

sign up for a username to use the system more,” said Strohbusch.

Types of events to report include: • Non-Emergency Calls • Report a Pothole • Damage to property/Vehicles that are not in progress • Trees down/blocking view of roadway • Theft • Damage to Village properties • Driving complaints • Alarms at Village Facilities • Speeding vehicles • Service requests, suspicious per-

sons, vehicles and/or activities Request for burning permits Information about crimes/offenses Other activity that requires a non-emergency Ordinance violations response from village services Always remember to call 911 for all emergencies and crimes in progress.

When not using online resources for reporting events, the Clear Lake Police non-emergency number is 715-263-2156.

Polk County Dispatch can be reached at 715-485-8300. The Clear Lake Village Hall number is 715-263-2157.

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EVENTS: Will Public Health, City of Amery or committees make event decisions?

CITY EVENTS Many area committees that plan events cherished by so many are facing difficult decisions. In a recent City of Amery Public Safety Committee meeting, organizers of Amery’s Music on the River said they are unsure if they event can take place. There are many factors needing to be considered including contracts with musicians and the safety of vendors. Ed Flanum and Tom Bensen said it is an extremely hard decision to make. “I just don’t see how we can pull it off with social distancing, it would be irresponsible,� said Bensen.

Council member Chad Leonard wondered if it would be helpful to committees if the City Council made the decision on whether or not events will be allowed. Bensen then asked if the City Council is going to vote on whether or not functions can be held or leave it up to the committees to make decisions. “Actually it will probably be left up to Public Health,� said council member Tim Strohbusch.

Fire Chief Dale Koehler said as of now the July 4 fireworks are hopefully still taking place, but in a new location with details to follow.

The Amery Fall Festival committee has been brainstorming unique ways the annual celebration can still be held.

More discussion will take place concerning events at the June 3 City Council meeting.

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COUNTY EVENTS The Polk County Fair Society Board described the annual gathering perfect when they said, “Each year the Polk County Fair has come together with the greater community to provide educational displays, showcase exhibitors, and provide vendors and sponsors an outlet for their businesses. More importantly, it has given our community a place to gather, greet friends, spend time with family, and get caught up on each other’s lives.�

In a statement sent out Friday, May 29, they announced, “It is with a heavy heart that the 2020 Polk County Fair, scheduled for July 30 – Aug. 2, is being canceled. With the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic, some hard decisions had to be made in order to keep the community and our fair families safe. As the need to socially distance is quite possibly the exact opposite of the purpose of the fair. The Polk County Fair Board has decided in good conscience that the fair cannot take place this year. “Planning the fair takes a huge investment of time, energy and money.

The fair board tries extremely hard to ensure the safety of every person who comes to our grounds every year. But this year the feasibility of keeping thousands of our friends and family safe, weighed heavily on us. The difficulties involved in social distancing, potential of only limited numbers allowed in the

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The memories of sights, sounds and tastes of previous Polk County Fairs will have to carry people through until the event returns in the summer of 2021.

gate, and the liability involved, were just some of the challenges we faced. “While the Polk County Fair is canceled for this year, the fair has determined that any youth exhibitor who is enrolled in a project will be eligible to participate in the 2021 Polk County Fair within the same project area. We will have further details later.

“We want to thank all of you for understanding that this was one of the most difficult decisions ever faced by the Polk County Fair Board. In the meantime, we are going to work hard at making the 2021 fair one to remember.

We look forward to seeing all of you at the Polk County Fair, July 29-Aug. 1, 2021. #FairStrong�

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AREA CHURCHES AMERY CONGREGATIONAL 201 N. Harriman Ave., Barry Schaefer, pastor AMERY FREE LUTHERAN 1 mile west of golf course on CTH F, Eric Christenson, pastor, www.ameryflc.org. Call the office for details 715-268-9218.

APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY 942 US Hwy. 8, Amery, Justin Hosking, pastor 8:30 am and 10 am Parking lot service or during inclement weather, enter the church.

Spacing provided per COVID-19. Listen to the service at 1 pm on Sunday on 93.1 FM or livestream on Apple River Church Facebook at 10 am.

BALSAM LUTHERAN 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery, Dan Watland, pastor, 507-459-1141, Church 715-268-9291, balsamlutheranchurch.org.

CENTERPOINT 740 Maple Drive, St. Croix Falls, (High school) Dick Enerson, pastor CHURCH OF CHRIST New Richmond, Jack Philips, Evangelist, 715497-7596 CLEAR LAKE OR DEER PARK UNITED METHODIST John Hazen, pastor DERONDA LUTHERAN 1239 65th Ave., Amery, Lori Peper, pastor, 715268-9577 Broadcasting church services on the WPCA 93.1 FM radio station Sunday mornings at 8 am. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.derondachurch.net.

EAST BALSAM BAPTIST 1816 108th St./CTH I, Balsam Lake, www. eastbalsam.org 715-857-5411 9am Worship Service live streaming at www. eastbalsam.org. On the homepage, click “YouTube” at the top.

EAST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN south of Amery on Hwy. 46 then west on 20th Ave., Kathy Pennington, pastor. Sunday Worship on Facebook Live at 10:30 am.

Services are available on YouTube later. Phone dial-in option is also available. Please contact the church office for dial-in access. Visit eastimmanuel-lutheran.org for the link to our YouTube channel and up-to-date information.

EAST LINCOLN ALLIANCE 735 70th Ave., Amery, 715-268-2350, www. eastlincolnalliance.com, Eric Danielson and

Randy Schussman, pastors EL SALEM BAPTIST/TWIN FALLS CHRISTIAN CTR Dresser, Darryl R. Olson, pastor ELIM LUTHERAN Range, Dan Watland, pastor FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA) 301 1st Ave. East (across from public beach on Co. Rd. I) Balsam Lake, 715-485-3800, Diane Norstad, pastor FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA) 134 Prentice St. S, Clayton, Margaret Grant, pastor FIRST LUTHERAN 240 Elm St., Amery, Tim Bjorge, pastor FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC) 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com, Bryan S. Anderson, pastor 10 am Worship via Facebook Livestream or Drive-Up Listening on 87.9 FM. FIRST PRESYTERIAN 719 Nevada St., St. Croix Falls, Barbara Anne Keely, pastor FOREST UNITED METHODIST John Hazen, pastor full gospel lighthouse GRAYTOWN, Merlin Burton, pastor GEORGETOWN LUTHERAN (ELCA) 877 190th Ave. Co. Rd. G, Balsam Lake (Fox Creek) 715-857-5580, serving@ georgetownlutheran.net, Pastor Diane House GRACE LUTHERAN - WELS 460 4th St., Clear Lake, Ellery W. Groth, pastor 715-491-4330 HOLY TRINITY ORTHODOX 511 1st St., Clayton, 715-948-2493, htoc@ amerytel.net, Chris Wojcik, pastor HOLY TRINITY UNITED METHODIST 1606 165th Ave., Centuria, on CTH I between Balsam Lake and Centuria, Yul Kwon, pastor IMMANUEL EV. LUTHERAN (LCMS) 124 E. Church St., Clayton, lmmLCLCMS@ centurytel.net, 715-541-2955, Gregory Becker, pastor IMMANUEL LUTHERAN 65th Ave., rural Clayton, Margaret Grant, pastor JOURNEY CHURCH 131 Broadway St., Amery, Derek Downs, Lead Pastor, 715-268-2223, www.journeychurch. city, office@journeychurch.city

Streaming online on Sundays at 9am on our YouTube channel (Amery Journey Church).

LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN 1272 44th Ave., Amery, Lori Peper, pastor 715268-9577 Broadcasting church services on the WPCA 93.1 FM radio station Sunday mornings at 8 am. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.littlefallschurch.net.

LIVING WORD CHAPEL 2746 Hwy 64, Forest, Senior Leaders Sean & Libby Higgins, 715-265-4810, we.are.living. word@gmail.com, www.livingwordchapel.com MENNONITE CHURCH 1681 6 1/2 St., Co. Hwy. P North, Almena, 715357-3321 MOE LUTHERAN (ELCA) 451 30th St., Clear Lake NEW LIFE COMMUNITY Amery, Craig Jorgenson, pastor OTTERCREEK CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Glenwood City Civic Center, Jason Taylor, pastor OUR LADY OF THE LAKES CATHOLIC Balsam Lake Father Eugene Murphy, pastor OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN 217 Deronda St., Amery, Keith Ruehlow, pastor PRAIRIEVIEW COVENANT 1396 210th Ave. (2 miles north of New Richmond on 65) Tim Coyer, pastor, www. prairieviewchurch.net REDEEMER LUTHERAN 600 S. Keller Ave., Amery, Tom Hahn, pastor All church services and activities have been cancelled until further notice. Redeemer Lutheran Church will have weekly recorded services on our church Facebook page or website www.redeemerlutheranchurchamery.com.

REEVE EVANGELICAL FREE Jct. Barron CTH K & A, Clear Lake, www. reevechurch.org ST. BARNABAS EPISCOPAL 365 5th St., Clear Lake, Rev. Geri E. Sola ST. CROIX UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP 201 N. Adams, St. Croix Falls www.scuuf.org ST. JOHN’S CATHOLIC Clear Lake, Fr. John Long, pastor Masses suspended unti further notice.

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC 1050 Keller Ave. N, Amery, Father Eugene

Murphy • 715-268-7717 • stjosephamery.org ST. JOHN LUTHERAN Forest, John Wilman, pastor ST. PAUL LUTHERAN Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST 76 20th Ave., Clear Lake, John Redlich, pastor 715-645-2230; Head Elder Norman Britain 715-263-2457 THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS 644 S. 6th St., Barron, Chapel 715-537-3679 Bishop Kenneth Konesky 715-719-0283 TRINITY LUTHERAN OF GARFIELD 1578 85th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Broadcasting church services on the WPCA 93.1 FM radio station Sunday mornings at 8 am. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.trinitylutheranchurchofamery.com.

UNITED COVENANT 348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake, Dan Pearson, pastor 10 am Worship Service with Communion UNITED METHODIST, GLENHILLS PARISH Marybeth Scow, pastor WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN (ELCA) 447 180th St., Osceola, Pastor Matt Saarem, Interim Pastor, www.westimmanuel.org, 715294-2936

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OBITUARIES

Amery

DEATH NOTICE

Lillian Marie Ericson

Sophie (Fall) Dennis

Lillian Marie Ericson was born on August 9, 1927 in Minnedosa, Manitoba, Canada to Rev. Daniel and Ottilia Ericson. She was one of nine children and grew up as a pastor’s daughter, serving in several churches across Western Canada. She attende ed Covenant Bible Institute in Prince A Albert, Saskatchewan. After gradua ation she served as a parish worker sserving youth in Canadian Covenant c churches. In the 1950s she moved to C Chicago and there she met Henry P Pearson. They married on September 77, 1957. They served Evangelical Coven nant churches in Canada, Minnesota a and Alaska. Most of their ministry y years were spent in Alaska, which iincluded ministry among natives in W Western Alaska, and planting a Covenant Church in Eagle River, Alaska. Lillian was a mother and homemaker, but also worked in a school library and as a church secretary. In 2015, she moved to Amery, Wisconsin and has lived at Golden Age Manor for the last 15 months.

Lillian is survived by her daughter Catherine Christensen (Scott) of Shoreview, MN; her son Gordy Pearson of Amery, WI; her son Dan Pearson (Leah) of Clear Lake, WI; and six grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister, Helen Moseson, and many nieces and nephews.

Lillian loved to bake, entertain, sing hymns, pick berries and drink coffee. She had the gift of hospitality and was a wonderful friend and neighbor. Anyone who knew Lillian grew to love her warm spirit and kind heart. She loved the Lord and served him her whole life.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, June 6, 2020 at the United Covenant Church in Clear Lake, WI. A visitation will take place the hour prior to the service at the church.

To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute visit www. williamsonwhite.com. Arrangements were made with the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Amery.

Sophie (Fall) Dennis was born on May 2, 1928, to Aniela (Gocek) and Elias Fall, in Vance Creek Township, Barron County, Wis. She attended Jones Creek School through eighth grade and graduated from Clayton High School. She worked a at the Bank of Clayton prior to m marrying George Dennis on Oct. 331, 1953, at Holy Trinity Orthodox C Church in rural Clayton, where she a and George were lifetime memb bers. Sophie and George raised five d daughters on their dairy farm near R Reeve. She was active in the church c choir, Mother’s Club, and Sunday S School as well as being a 4-H leader.

S She enjoyed singing in the church c choir, quilting, gardening, dancing, a and antiques. They retired from full-time farming in 1985, remained on the farm, and traveled extensively. She continued to live on the farm after George passed away in 2011. Her faith remained strong. The last two years of her life she resided in Golden Age Manor, Amery, Wis., until her death on Sunday, May 24, 2020, at the age of 92.

She was preceded in death by her parents, beloved spouse George, brother Clement Fall, and sister-in-law Maryann (Krecker) Fall. She is survived by daughters Cynthia Dennis, Darla Dennis, Patrice Dennis, Mary (David) Timm, and Deanna Dennis; brother Eugene (RoyAnn) Fall; granddaughters Erin (Joseph) Place and Shannon Timm; and great granddaughters Hannah Place and Isabelle Place, as well as other relatives and friends.

A private funeral service was held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, May 28, 2020 at Holy Trinity Orthodox Church in rural Clayton, with burial at the Holy Trinity Cemetery. To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute, visit www. williamsonwhite.com. Arrangements were made with the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Amery.

David “Big Daddy” Nordquist David “Big Daddy” Nordquist, age 60 of Clayton, WI, died on Friday, May 29, 2020 at his home in Clayton.

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

For further information please visit www.williamsonwhite.com.

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YOU ARE WELCOME TO WORSHIP WITH OUR AREA CHURCHES At this uncertain time, please check the websites for updated information.

Deronda Lutheran Church St. Joseph Catholic Church 1239 65th Ave., Amery Office phone 715-268-9577 Email: office@nuicparish.org www.nuicparish.org LORI PEPER, PASTOR Worship Sundays at 8 a.m. on WPCA 93.1 FM or on our website.

Little Falls Lutheran Church 1272 44th Ave., Amery Office phone 715-268-9577 Email: office@nuicparish.org www.nuicparish.org

1050 N. Keller Ave., Amery Phone 715-268-7717 FATHER GENE MURPHY

Memorial Day through Labor Day: Saturday Mass 4 p.m., Sacrament of Reconciliation 3:00-3:30 p.m. or by appointment Sunday Mass 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Mass 9 a.m.

Please check website for updated information. www.stjosephamery.org

Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church

LORI PEPER, PASTOR

507 West Main, Balsam Lake

Worship Sundays at 8 a.m. on WPCA 93.1 FM or on our website.

FATHER GENE MURPHY

Trinity Lutheran Church 1578 85th Ave., Co. Rd. F, Amery Office phone 715-268-9577 Email: office@nuicparish.org www.nuicparish.org LORI PEPER, PASTOR Worship Sundays at 8 a.m. on WPCA 93.1 FM or on our website.

Our Savior’s Lutheran Church 217 Deronda St., Amery Phone 715-268-7290

KEITH RUEHLOW, PASTOR Sunday Worship 9 a.m. online.

See our Facebook Page.

Amery Free Lutheran Church

One mile west of Amery on CTH F Phone 715-268-9218 INTERIM PASTOR ANDREW OLSON Sunday worship 10:15 a.m.

In-person and streaming online.

Everyone welcome.

Redeemer Lutheran Church

600 S. Keller Ave., Amery Phone 715-268-7283 redeemerlutheran-church-amery.com TOM HAHN, PASTOR Join us for online weekly worship.

See our Facebook page.

First Lutheran Church, ELCA

240 Elm St. West, Amery Turn west off of main street by Noah Ins. Phone 715-268-7135 TIM BJORGE, PASTOR Like First Lutheran-Amery on Facebook or go to flcamery.org to worship.

United Covenant Church

348 5th St. NW - Jct. 63 & JJ, Clear Lake Phone 715-263-2665 DAN PEARSON, PASTOR Schedule through Labor Day Sunday 10 a.m. Worship unitedcovchurch@cltcomm.net

Memorial Day through Labor Day: Sunday Mass 8:30 a.m.

Thursday Mass 9 a.m.

Saturday Mass 6 p.m.

Sacrament of Reconciliation Sunday 8:00-8:15 a.m. or by appointment Please check website for updated information. www.ourladyofthelake.ws

East Immanuel Lutheran Church

5 miles south of Amery on Hwy. 46 and 1 mile west on 20th www.eastimmanuel-lutheran.org Phone 715-268-2143 KATHY PENNINGTON, PASTOR Sunday worship 10 a.m.

Visit our Labyrinth and Prayer Garden Visit eastimmanuel-lutheran.org for latest info regarding worship.

Balsam Lutheran Church

1/4 mile south of Hwy. 8 on CTH H, turn right on Mains Crossing, Amery Phone 715-268-9291 www.balsamlutheranchurch.org DAN WATLAND, PASTOR

Vernon Wilson, 72 years old, of Amery passed away on March 16, 2020 at Hammond Nursing Home.

A short outside Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, June 6 at 1 p.m. at Little Falls Cemetery, 1272 44th Ave, Amery.

FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH PRAYS YOU WILL HAVE A SAFE & HAPPY SUMMER!

Worship services online and YouTube on website.

Elim Lutheran Church Range, WI

DAN WATLAND, PASTOR Worship services online and YouTube on website.

Please like First Lutheran Church Amery on Facebook or go to flcamery.org to worship Tim Bjorge, Pastor

240 Elm St. W, Amery Turn west off main street by Noah Insurance

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NOTICE TO CONTROL NOXIOUS WEEDS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to each person who owns, occupies or controls land in the undersigned Towns, City or Village, County of Polk, State of Wisconsin, to destroy all noxious weeds on such property before the plants bloom.

The noxious weeds are: Canada Thistle Leafy Spurge and Field Bindweed In case of weeds having underground root stocks and where the destruction of weeds in standing crops will result in the sacrifice of crops, the Department of Agriculture may determine the time and method of eradication.

City of Amery Town Board of Alden Town Board of Apple River Town Board of Black Brook Town Board of Clayton Town Board of Clear Lake Town Board of GarÀeld Town Board of Lincoln Village of Clayton Lake Wapogasset & Bear Trap Lake Sanitary District

MONTHLY MEETING To be held June 8, 2020, at 7 p.m. at the District Of¿ce located at 777 South Shore Drive.

AGENDA 1. Monthly of¿cers report 2. Old business 3. New business 4. Any other business that may be brought before the board.

Dennis Badman, Secretary WNAXLP

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CARD OF THANKS I would like to thank everyone for celebrating my hundredth birthday with me. The Amery Public Works team for organizing the parade.

Thanks to my family that came and for my family that could not be there.

For the whole community of the waters edge for singing my birthday and keeping it a secret. I would also like to thank the businesses in Amery of Chet Johnson's, Dick's, Wildwood Flowers and Brenda Cogbill. The whole community of Amery makes me feel blessed, loved and happy.

I could not have asked for a better hundredth birthday, if only a fire truck could have been in the parade.

Thanks again to everyone.

Myrna Brown

Thank you for reading the Amery Free Press

ROAD BIDS WANTED TOWN OF BLACK BROOK BIDS MUST BE SUBMITTED ON OR BEFORE JUNE 18, 2020 For more information, contact Chairman Charlie Barney 715-263-2177 WNAXLP

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR FERMENTED MALT BEVERAGES AND LIQUOR LICENSES: Town of Black Brook

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR FERMENTED MALT BEVERAGE AND LIQUOR LICENSES Town of Lincoln

Pursuant to Wisconsin Stats. §125, the following have made application and are on file with the Clerk to be presented to the Board of Supervisors for the Town of Black Brook for consideration and approval at the June 18, 2020 meeting beginning at 8:00 p.m.

The following applications are on file with the Clerk:

Combination Class “A” Fermented Malt Beverages and Class “A” Liquor License Renewal Application: Scott Carlson, Agent, Countryside Cooperative dba Amery Country Store located at 554 Hwy 46, Amery, WI Combination Class “B” Fermented Malt Beverages and Class “C” Wine licenses Renewal Application: Jenna L Johnson, Agent, Amery Ale Works, LLC dba Amery Ale Works located at 588 115th Street, Amery, WI Class “B” Fermented Malt Beverage Original License Application: Brenda Schone, Agent, Amery Gun Club Inc, located at 176 95th Street, Amery WI. Sally Pickard, Clerk, Town of Black Brook

Combination Class B Beer, B Liquor - Anthony P. Wolter, A.P. Wolter, Inc., dba Wolter’s Shoreview, located at 796 100th Street Amery, WI. Class A Beer - Kathryn Mortensen / Mike & Dave’s Marina Inc., dba Mort’s Marina, located at 826 121st Street Amery, WI. Combination Class A Beer, A Liquor - Steve Skoglund / Skoglund Oil Co., dba Speedway, located at 849 State Road 46 Amery, WI. These license applications will be presented to the Town of Lincoln Board for approval at the June 11, 2020 monthly meeting at 7:00 p.m. at the town hall - 661 85th Street.

Stephanie Marciniak, Clerk 715-268-4747 Published June 2, 2020 - Amery Free Press

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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 Shop on Monday, June 8, 2020, at 6 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: None 8. New Business: Insurance Review, Review Building Ordinances 9. Road Maintenance 10. Possible Closed Session and Return to Open Session 11. Adjourned Janelle Johnson, Town Clerk WNAXLP

TOWN OF GARFIELD

Notice of Liquor & Beer License Applications Notice is hereby given that the following applications have been received for the ensuing year: Combination Class “B” Liquor & Beer: The Mix Up, Inc. (Miki Jo’s Mix Up), Agent Elizabeth Sieben, 1301 105th Ave., Amery, WI 54001.

UW Wanderoos, Agent Gerald & Tammy Lyons, 1629 70th Ave., Amery, WI 54001.

B&T Foods, LLC (Waterside Bar & Grill), Agents Brian Stugelmayer and Theresa Curry, 1342 Lone Pine Lane.

Class “A” Beer Application: Wanderoos Area Community Club (Wanderoos Ball Park), Agent Teri Thompson.

The Garfield Town Board will take action on the applications at the regular meeting on June 9, 2020, at 7 p.m.

WNAXLP Sue Knutson, Clerk

MEETING NOTICE Amery Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation Quarterly Meeting June 9, 2020 • 6:30 pm Amery High School IMC (library) The attendance for this meeting will be limited to maximum safe seating. Face masks are encouraged and social distancing protocol will be expected. If anyone would prefer to simply provide comments, please submit by 5:30 pm on June 9 via email. If anyone would like to attend the meeting remotely, please email that request by 5:30 pm on June 9 and remote meeting connection information will be provided with an agenda.

Email: amerylakesdistrict@gmail.com Agenda: I. Call to order II. Minutes August, 2019 meeting III. Treasurer’s report IV. Public comments V. Old Business VI. New Business VII.Adjourn Submitted by Steve Schieffer, Chair

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Elementary Classroom Teacher Job Title

Elementary Classroom Teacher

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Christopher Petersen, Elementary Principal

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Requirements 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 athletic coaching or advising co-curricular groups is a plus.

How to Apply Candidates may apply via WECAN at the following link: https://wecan.education. wisc.edu/#/ Deadline

Application accepted until June 8, 2020 or until the position is filled. Please include cover letter, resume with references, letters of recommendation, and copies of license and transcripts.

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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

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At Farm Table our team FRONT of HOUSE CO-LEAD Farm Table is looking for the right person to become our newest team member as Front of House Co-lead.

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Delivering comprehensive Rehabilitation Services.

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• Strong leadership, motivational, & people skills

• Understand & have a passion for our mission

• Work a variety of hours

For consideration, please apply in person at 110 Keller Ave. N., Amery, WI. Or, email resume with wage requirements to Human Resources at: accountinghr@farmtablefoundation.org • FTF is an EOE •

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Fun and Recreation . . . just great living and all the professional services, mercantile establishments and natural facilities to help you enjoy this great time of year! ✫ Stower Seven Lakes State Trail Bike and hike ✫ Amery Golf Course Challenging 18-hole course. Beautiful clubhouse facilities.

✫ North Park Picnic Shelter, Play Area, Ball Park, Tennis Courts, Horseshoe Court, Basketball Court, Skateboard Park, Disc Golf, Campsites

✫ South Twin Park Tennis Courts, Picnic Shelter, Beach ✫ York Park Nature Center 2-1/2 miles of rustic hiking trails with handicapped peer. Member location of the Great Wisconsin Birding Trail.

✫ Michael Riverfront Park Pavilions on shore of beautiful Apple River ✫ Cattail Trail Trail with 6 water crossing between Amery and Turtle Lake ✫ Municipal Airport 4,000 ft. runway, tie downs, gas, non-precision instrument approach

✫ Medical and Shopping Facilities

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CCOOKING WORLD Tidbit: It is easier to criticize others than to see yourself. (George H Harrison – Beatles It has been 60 y years since they began their musical career that helped change music Carolyn Lumsden fforever.)

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Asparagus is in season in gardens now. This easy recipe will help you make a welcome change of pace.

CREAMED ASPARAGUS ON TOAST Wash, clean, drain and slice 1 # fresh asparagus into bite=size pieces.

Bring 1 # asparagus to a boil and boil until crisp tender.

Drain but keep 3/4 c. liquid.

Add to the cooked asparagus: 2 T. butter Salt and pepper to taste Combine and add: 1 T. flour 3/4 c. milk Cook and stir until thickened. Serve over toast (about 2-3 slices).

Recipe can easily be doubled.

Hint: If you wish, slice some hard cooked eggs on top and enjoy.

REFRIGERATOR CANDY BARS Put in food processor and mix until fine: 18 chocolate graham crackers (2 sleeves from a 14.4 oz. pkg.)

Combine in bowl: the cracker crumbs 3/4 c. powdered sugar Combine in MW bowl and microwave 1 minute or until melted, mix together: 1/2 c. butter (1 stick) 1 c. peanut butter Stir into crumb mixture, let cool 5 minutes.

Fold in: 3 c. assorted fun-size candy bars, halved Press mixture into a 9x13� baking pan lined with wax paper (leave a bit overhang on edges to remove later on).

In MW bowl, microwave for about 1 minute, stir until smooth: 1 c. semi-sweet choc. chips Spread over the bars and refrigerate. To cut, remove from refrigerator, lift out with the wax paper overhangs and cut into bars, being careful not to get the waxed paper into the bars. Makes up to 30 bars.

Refrigerate any left-over bars.

RHUBARB MUFFINS Combine: 2 c. flour 1 tsp. soda 1 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt 1-1/4 c. brown sugar Combine and add to the above: 1 egg 1/2 c. oil or melted butter 1 c. buttermilk 1 tsp. vanilla Add and mix in: 2 c. chopped rhubarb Put mixture into 15-18 muffin cups – each 3/4 full.

Combine and sprinkle on top: 1/2 c. brown sugar 1 T. melted butter 1/2 tsp. cinnamon Pat the topping down just a bit. Bake at 350Ëš for 2025 minutes or until done (toothpick test). Put on wire rack to cool 10 minutes, then remove and put on wire rack to cool. Freezes well, too.

This is a no-bake candy bar. Use any fun-size candy bars you like.

You can make this in your soup pot in less than an hour.

HILLBILLY MEAL Brown until done: 1-1/2 pounds ground beef Add and bring to a boil: 4 c. beef broth 3 cans (15.5 ea.) black eyed peas, not drained 3 potatoes, peeled and diced 1 onion, chopped 1 carrot, chopped 3/4 tsp. smoked paprika 1 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. pepper Bring to boil, then simmer, covered, 30-35 minutes or until potatoes are done. Serves 4-6.

With the abundance of rhubarb, make some freezer jam.

RHUBARB FREEZER JAM Make these mini Quiche in your muffin cups.

MINI QUICHE Rhubarb is in season, too. Make these delicious muffins.

Hint: you can add a pinch of your favorite quiche fillings over crusts before adding egg mixture. You could use crumbled bacon, cooked chopped vegetables, etc.

Spray/grease or line 4 mini muffin tins, about 24 cups.

On floured surface, roll out to make thinner: 1 refrigerated or frozen pie crust (thawed if frozen) Use a small juice glass or cookie cutter to cut pie crust into circles and place them in the muffin cups.

Combine in blender and mix until combined: 1 c. milk 2 large eggs 1 c. mayonnaise 1/4 c. flour 1 c. shredded Swiss cheese 1 c. shredded Cheddar cheese 1 small onion, peeled and cut into chunks 1/4 tsp. salt Pepper to taste Put batter into the mini muffin cups and bake at 350Ëš for 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned.

Sterilize some 1/2 pint jars, about 4.

Combine in larger saucepan and bring to a boil, simmer until soft: 3 c. rhubarb, cut up 1 c. sugar Add and bring to a simmer and simmer for 15 minutes: 1 pkg. (3 oz.) wild strawberry gelatin 1 can (8 oz.) crushed pineapple Pour into the jars, cover with lids, let cool and freeze.

Tips: If you like vanilla, put about 1/2 -1 tsp. vanilla into anything made with rhubarb for a new taste treat. It also seems to sweeten the rhubarb.

Make a quick frosting by mixing together well: 1 pkg. (4 serving size) instant pudding, 1/4 c. powdered sugar and 1 c. milk. Add 1 container (8 oz.) frozen whipped topping, thawed. Enough to frost a two layer cake or a 9x13� cake.

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Summer Reading is just around the corner! The Amery Area Public Library is pleased to announce we will STILL have a Summer Learning Program. Starting June 1st, we’re offering an innovative digital method of participating in our popular Summer Learning Programs! We will have our usual programs for kids, teens, and adults, and they will all be accessible digitally. You will still be able to log reading, participate in challenges, and win prizes. Hooray!

Stay tuned for more details!

Curbside Pick-up and Returns are here! In case you missed it, the Amery Area Public Library is now serving patrons with curbside pick-up (by appointment only) and returns, Monday-Thursday, 9 AM to 4 PM. Holds for local items can be placed via the MORE catalog or by emailing us at curbside@amerylibrary.org.

You may call us to schedule your pick-up time. Returns MUST be placed in specially marked bins ONLY on Monday-Thursday, 9 AM to 4 PM. As always, feel free to call with questions, 715-268-9340. See our website or FB page for more details!

Craft-by-Mail: We’ve launched a new initiative to keep us crafting even while the library is closed!

Every month a different craft will be featured, and the best part is it will arrive in the mail for you!

Registration will be available on our website, for anyone 18 and over, while supplies last. Stay tuned for details on the June Craft-by-Mail project...

Books & Brews: Our next virtual meeting is on Thursday, June 4th at 6 PM. We will be discussing My Man Jeeves, by P.G. Wodehouse,

Girl Scout Troop 56021 from Amery, are 7th Grade Cadettes. They have been a troop of four since they were all in Kindergarten together. As a troop, they have participated in fundraisers for eight years, selling Girl Scout Cookies in the Spring and Nuts & Snacks in the Fall. Their dedication to these fundraisers allowed them to take a group field trip or two and donate to local non-profit charities.

The Troop donated $266 to Arnell Memorial Humane Society because they “Care about animals and wanted to help their community.� The Cadettes, along with their Troop Leaders, presented their donation last week. Photo Left to Right: Alessandra Hayes, Jean Edwards, Alexandra Edwards, Izzie Iwaszko, Stephanie Hayes and Marley Cran. Their Troop Spirit is greatly appreciated.

In February, twin brothers Ryder and Cole Doerfler, delivered their birthday gifts to the shelter animals at Arnell.

In place of gifts for themselves, they asked family and friends to donate supplies from our Shelter Wish List. They donated Dog and Cat food and treats, Toilet Paper, Kitty Litter, Hot Dogs, Paper Towels, Kleenex and money. Their smiles were the second gift; great Birthday presents for all.

Our pets have all been experiencing Covid Stay-at-Home orders too. Some will take it in stride while others may be thrown by their owners’ presence at home all day,

available for free on Libby. If you are already on the Books & Brews email list you’ll be getting details about the meeting, if you aren’t and want to be send an inquiry to Heather at hwiarda@ amerylibrary.org Finally, don’t forget that you can message the Amery Area Public Library on Facebook or email us at library@amerylibrary.org.

We check frequently and can help with all kinds of reference questions, digital resources, and more. We are here for you, even if the building is closed!

Summer Library Reading Program: Summer Reading begins Monday, June 1st. This year we are excited to offer Beanstack, an online option for registration and tracking your reading & activities. Sign up for the reading portion at amerylibrary.beanstack. org This summer, we will also host online performers, programs, and more! Check our website & Facebook page for more info.

Activities for Families: Check out the Kids (amerylibrary.org/ kids) and Teen (amerylibrary.org/ teens) pages on our website for links and at-home activities. And tune in to Facebook (facebook. com/amerylibrary) for periodic story videos!

Imagine Your Story: Start writing your story – whether it’s a new story from your imagination, a journal of your life right now, or drawings that show your day-today or important events. Youth Services would like to collect stories & journals this summer to compile for everyone to read. This activity supports the summer library theme Imagine Your Story.

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Pre-Covid, our pets had the house to themselves all day.

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It can actually be quite exhausting for pets to be around noise and activity when they aren’t used to it on a daily basis. It is important that all pets have the option to take themselves off to a quiet place where they are left undisturbed.

Increased time at home may also mean that caregivers are providing more treats. It is important to resist those pleasegive-me-a-bit eyes to avoid your pet piling on the pounds while at home with you.

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And then, just when they have just gotten used to you being at home all day every day, you will return to your job and once again the routine will change. There are a few things you can do to prevent the inevitable separation anxiety that comes with this change.

Use opportunities like essential shopping or a task outdoors to separate from your pet. Spend time in another room or outside in the garden, away from your pet. Encourage them to rest in their own bed with independent toys or treats. Maintaining a routine of separation while you are at home, will help them cope with your absence once you return to work. They are in this, with us. Arnell Memorial Humane Society, 715-2687387

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GOLF LEAGUES

Clear Lake Ladies Golf League

Birdies: Karrie Drinkman (#7) Chip-Ins: Emily Monson (#5), Deb Hahn (#4), Diane Blanchard (#9), Karrie Drinkman (#7)

May 19, 2020

Angry Birdies (3) defeat Chipper Chicks (0) Backwoods Hackers (6) defeat 7 Brothers Grip It and Sip It (3) Sharks (3) defeat Rowdy Rebels (3) Happy Hookers (6) defeat Slice Girls (0) Golf Bags (6) defeat Nilssen’s Market Party of Fore (3) Goof Balls (3) defeat Wild Whackers (0)

A Flight: Low Gross – Jessica Smith 45 Low Net – Cheryl Bussewitz 30 Low Putts – Diane Schradle, Sherri Munkelwitz, Sheryl Rassmussen 14 Game – Jessica Smith B Flight: Low Gross – Karrie Drinkman 50 Low Net – Monica Eggert, Darlene Emerson 33 Low Putts – Cathy Gorres 15 Game – Diane Kuhl C Flight: Low Gross – Marie Knutson 54 Low Net – Laura Gehrman, Cindy Lundmark 31 Low Putts – Laura Briesemeister 15 Game – Deb Hahn D Flight: Low Gross – Sarah Heintz 54 Low Net – Sue Albright 28 Low Putts – Jan Bergren, Bonnie Fox, Ann Gosnell 17 Game – Marianne Lillie

Amery Women’s 9-Hole Golf League May 27, 2020

Low Putts – Tie – Sherri Berg And Brooke Wilcox – 16 Game Of The Day – Mandy Brotzel Division C Low Gross – Jeannie Byl – 61 Low Net – Linda Mullendore – 39 Low Putts – Jill Olson – 18 Game of the Day – Melissa Russo

Amery 18 Hole Ladies Golf League May 27, 2020 A Flight: Low Gross – Sheryl Forshier 86 Low Net – Jody Waterman 69 Low Putts – Sheryl Forshier, Kathy McIntosh 29 Game of the Day – Sheryl Forshier 12 B Flight:

Low Gross – Shirley Schmidt 102 Low Net – Sue Wears 79 Low Putts – Shirley Schmidt 29 Game of the Day – Heidi Maupin 11 C Flight: Low Gross – Ione Gjerde 112 Low Net – Vicky Dorso, Judy Park 82 Low Putts – Vi Nelson, Jan Reichert 33 Game of the Day – Jan Reichert 12 Chip-Ins: Shirley Schmidt (#9)

Division A Low Gross – Morgan Brotzel – 44 Low Net – Heather Thompson – 37 Low Putts – Morgan Brotzel – 15 Game Of The Day – Melanie Peterson Division B Low Gross – Mandy Brotzel – 52 Low Net – Sally Christenson – 39 Mark Kopp

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GARDEN VARIETY

Garden essentials

BY JULIE KUEHL

Whether you are new to gardening or have been gardening for a while I would like to share some garden essentials to help you navigate your way. I am always encouraging gardeners to read the labels on seeds/plants. But what if you’re not sure what the terms mean? Here are some guidelines to help: Term Meaning Annual A flower or vegetable that is planted every year Biennial Planted one year and blooms the second year Perennial Plant that comes back every year Hybrid Engineered plant created by crossing two closely related plants Heirloom Plants that have not been engineered for the perfect plant

Invasive Plant Any plant that is difficult to control whether a weed or plant such as the mints, Snow on the Mountain, etc.

Compost Decayed material used as a soil conditioner Fertilizer Used to help plant growth and production Hardening Off Slowly exposing plants to outside conditions Pinching Off Removing tip of plant to encourage growth Deadheading Removing dead flowers to encourage more blooms Organic Using only natural products on plants Remember to check labels to assure that the plants light requirements will work in the area you want to plant them.

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Filtered – Lightly shaded where sunlight filters through tall trees Partial Shade – Bright light or direct sun half the day.

Full Shade – Sun is obscured for most of the day – wooded area Dense Shade – Dark shade last all day. Note few plants will grow in dense shade Check your soil type to know what will grow: • Sandy – Light and easy to dig. Will warm quickly, but doesn’t hold moisture or nutrients.

• Silty – Lighter texture than clay but is heavier than sand. Poor drainage and surface crusting • Loam – Soil with a good balance of clay, silt and sand and organic matter. Type of soil we all wish we had • Clay – Heavy and difficult to dig.

Clay soil tends to stay wet for a long time. Becomes rock hard when dry.

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if lots of organic matter is added.

If you are not sure about your soil, you can have a soil test done through the University of Wisconsin Garden Extension.

These are just a few Variety basics to help you with Julie Kuehl your gardens. RememPolk County ber that gardening is an ongoing learning Master experience. I read a Gardener wonderful explanation d off h how tto garden: break the rules, keep it simple, have fun. If you have imagination, persistence and a willingness to be amazed you have what it takes to make a successful gardener.

Until next time enjoy the beauty in nature. Breath deep and laugh loudly.

Life is good.

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5th Annual Meemic Masterpieces Art Contest Congratulations to first grader Owen Hanson who was selected as one of the 50 win-

ners of the 5th Annual Meemic Masterpieces Art Contest. Owen will receive an Amazon

Fire Tablet 7, Sphero Bolt, certificate, and his artwork will be professionally framed and put on permanent display at Meemic’s headquarters in Auburn Hills, MI as well as featured in a virtual art gallery this summer and on the Meemic Foundation website.

Lien Elementary School also receives $300 in school supplies from Office Depot.

Owen is pictured with his teacher, Jessica D A’mbrosio who sponsored his artwork.

AMERY AREA COMMUNITY CENTER **THE AMERY AREA COMMUNITY CENTER WILL REMAIN CLOSED FOR THE TIME BEING. FOR THE SAFETY OF OUR MEMBERS WE WANT TO ENSURE THAT WE HAVE A PLAN SET IN PLACE BEFORE WE OPEN. WE WILL LET YOU KNOW OUR OPENING DATE WHEN IT HAS BEEN DECIDED** I will continue to write this column to keep you posted.

Community Stay healthy and see you all soon!

2020 Memberships are due! Mail your dues to 608 Harriman Ave South, Amery WI 54001 and let us know of any updated information.

• Like us on Facebook! Share our postings the more people that know what activities we have happening the better! Search Amery Area Community/Senior Center

• Are you looking for a place to host a graduation party or family gathering such as a birthday party?? Did you know for the cost of $150 (as a member) or $200 (for non-member) you can rent the Amery Area Community Center for birthday parties, weddings, or anniversary celebrations, even end of life celebrations? This cost includes the rental of the main hall and use of commercial kitchen.

We will also work with profit and nonprofit organizations to help with the perfect meeting place. Call 715268-6605 for available dates.

• Do you volunteer around our community? Did you know that by telling us your volunteer hours it helps gain grant dollars by showing how active our members are? Please email Jen at aaccjen@outlook.com

or call 715-268-6605 with your hours each month, thank you!

• Circuit Breaker Members, every month you pay your $10 you will get a punch on our new card and after you have paid for 5 months you get 1 month FREE! That means you will receive 2 FREE months per year! This is our way of saying your health is important to us!

• Want to get a complete workout in just 30 minutes? Do you enjoy walking on a treadmill? Get all of that for just $10/month if you are a member of the Amery Area Community

Center. Our hours are 7am-4:30pm M-Th & 7am-3pm on Fridays. There are no contracts to lock into and no hidden fees. Come down and check us out!

• We always have people asking if there is anything we need here at the Center. We can always use things like stamps, cards, toilet paper, cleaning supplies & baking supplies. We also take rummage sale items all year long.

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Schmidt’s love for Wapo lives on via essay contest James Schmidt taught 5th and 6th grade in the Amery School District for 33 years.

In 1998, he and the rest of the amazing 5th grade teachers and staff created the Wapo environmental learning excursion. Mr. Schmidt took great pleasure in helping to organize the event and taking his students on this overnight educational outing. Because James Schmidt this program was so special to Mr. Schmidt, his family has created the Wapo essay contest in his memory.

Mr. Schmidt modeled good character (kindness, generosity, honesty, compassion) and tried to instill these qualities in his students. This annual contest recognizes 5th grade students who demonstrate an understanding of these qualities through a written essay.

No scholarships will be awarded this year since camp didn’t happen, but the school district is working on getting Camp Wapo t-shirts for the winners. There were over 40 entries this year and they all did an amazing job, school district staff said it was extremely difficult to select winners due to the outstanding quality of the essays. There were eight winners based on essay content. Zoe Bymark, Mia Byrnes, Weston Facchinni, Makayla Goldon, Addie Gould, Austin Hanson, Katelyn Osero and Harlon Stone. Two winners were also chosen from a random drawing; Chase Benitez and Ben Griepentrog.

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A Dream of Remedy It may seem that we’re far apart, but only for your safety’s sake; the feeling here within each heart, is hope that you too, may partake.

With love of God and neighbor too, your family, welcomed, may sit close; With joy and love, we welcome you, His hand upon us, needed most.

The day may come, our dearest hope, that fear of nearness may be past, the remedy, more than to cope, the danger gone, shake hands at last.

The world of science, faith held too, that violence within, without; may banished be, a healing new, a change for good and free from doubt.

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The world so strange, cleared by the light, with differences, wounds, and scars, seeing clearly wrong from right, the answer, love, let it be ours.

So crowding sought to right the wrong, can turn to reason, empathy, the shout of threat into a song, no virus spread, the mass set free.

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THE POSTSCRIPT

The only dog in Minnesota

The Postscript Carrie Classon

I want to make it clear that we are not adopting a dog.

I won’t deny it is tempting. We decided not to get another dog because we travel. Dogs and airplane travel do not go well together. Now, however, with no travel in sight, I admit I am consumed with envy when I see happy dog owners on the trail. I have started carrying dog treats just so I can talk to the dogs of complete strangers. The owners are tolerant.

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My brother-in-law had our entire extended family in a lather for a full 48-hour news cycle when he circulated photos of puppies on Facebook. Everyone was convinced he was going to adopt a puppy. He didn’t, as it turned out. “He should never have put those photos on the internet!� my sister said. “Everyone thought we were getting another dog!�

This is the same brother-in-law who, at age sixty, enrolled in the seminary. Everyone was wondering how he was going to preach sermons, write two papers every week, and study Hebrew and Greek while paper-training a puppy.

But now, it seems everyone has more time, and puppies (I have been told) are in short supply. Yes, along with toilet paper, yeast, flour, hand sanitizer, and vegetable seeds, there is a national puppy shortage.

I couldn’t believe there was actually a dog shortage so I checked the website of our local shelter. They had no dogs—but this didn’t prove a thing. We have a well-funded shelter and I’ve heard rumors that dogs from towns with less well-financed animal shelters are smuggled into town. (Okay, I’ve heard more than rumors but I am not squealing on anyone.) A dog shortage here is not news.

So, I checked with the animal shelter in Minneapolis, where my sister and brother-in-law live. Sure enough, there was only one puppy. It was a black and tan shepherd mix. She was holding her head at an adorable angle. “Hi, my name is Bella!� the story beside the photo read. “I came to Animal Humane Society because I need help with my behavior.� Uh oh. I saw that Bella had been surrendered at the end of March. “That was right at the start of the pandemic!� I thought. “Who surrenders a dog when they are stuck at home?�

“I’m ready to find a new home where I can continue to work on learning good manners,� the story continued. I wondered exactly how bad Bella’s bad manners were. I wondered if “learning good manners� was another way of saying, “not chewing up the furniture.�

I went to the humane society for St. Paul. I clicked, “Adoptable dogs.�

To my astonishment, there was only one—it was Bella. “I like playing with toys and enjoy other busy interactions.�

Busy interactions! This was obviously another euphemism for something—like, “Little Johnny is being sent to juvenile detention for his busy interactions.�

I went further afield, to suburbs on the north and south sides of the Twin Cities. Bella again! The Twin Cities has a population of 3.4 million people and it appeared that Bella was—at the moment— the only dog in Minnesota available for adoption.

So, I thought I should just get the word out for anyone near or traveling to Minnesota that, in spite of the nationwide puppy shortage, there is one dog available.

Her name is Bella. She’s famous for her busy interactions and needs a little work on her manners.

Frankly, I’m thinking Bella couldn’t have picked a better time to try to find a home.

Till next time, Carrie

‘Yes, along with toilet paper, yeast, our, hand sanitizer, and vegetable seeds, there is a national puppy shortage.’

Carrie Classon’s memoir is called, “Blue Yarn.�

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Ready for Summer

Newness A glimpse; it was just a glimpse, Gave me a hint of summer on the way, A filament and cluster of light asterisks, Air born, had floated into sun’s bright ray.

The hepatica and the wood anemone, Have heralded spring in their delicate, shy way, And catkins overhead languidly looped down, But dandelion shouts, “Summer, sunny day!”

Now, see the rows of regular-spaced sprouts, As corn unfolds into each blade-shaped leaf, And soybean leaves in triple-ply spread out, A sign, once more of farmers’ seasonal belief.

The woods, so recently, a pattern of bark gray, becomes a lacy green and sheltering net, where the fur insulated nest of new bunnies lay, and spotted fawns obey their mother’s safety etiquette.

In tropic climes or arctic regions bare, Never is the surrounding world so new, That which occurs each year so grandly rare, As to temperate climate dwellers’ springtime view.

Welcome Summer! School is officially finished, we are into the month of June, the weather is warming up, and the mosquitos/gnats have arrived! Yes we are ready for Summer!

This issue is our annual Lake Edition which is a wonderful opportunity for area businesses to inform and thank our readers for their great support over the past months.

Pounding The Lake Edition is hand-delivered to the those homes/cabins on Pavement Lake Wapogasset, Bear Trap Lake and Lake Pam Humpal Magnor. If for some reason you know of a place that got missed along those lakes please have them stop by the Amery Free Press office and pick one up.

With many events around the area being cancelled for the upcoming weeks/months, the annual Amery Trail Days is one of them. To show our appreciation to our readers, we are offering a subscription special of 14 months for the price of 12. Simply pay the regular price of a year’s

subscription and you will receive 14 months of delivery. The sale form can be found in this paper which is good for new or renewals. But hurry today as the offer ends this Sunday, June 7.

June Is Dairy Month…a huge salute to dairy farmers for their dedication to the industry! Here are some fun dairy facts…

• The average cow weighs about 1400 pounds • The average American consumes almost 25 gallons of milk each year • Americans eat more than 300,000tons of yogurt per year • It takes about 50 licks to finish a single ice cream scoop Happy 3rd Birthday on June 4 to my nephew, Walker. Enjoy your special day!

Also, Happy 2nd Anniversary on June 8 to my niece and nephew-in-law, Julie and Matt. Have a wonderful day!

Full Moon is coming this Friday… let’s hope and pray that the Full Moon will calm things down. Full Moons are awesome!

Have a great week…be kind to one another!

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Program announcements and activities will be posted on our website, www.amerylibrary.org and on our Facebook page.

Be sure to check frequently for news and updates!

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