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Balsam Lake, Wis.--Polk County District Attorney Dan Steffen has announced that he will seek a 4th term as District Attorney. Steffen was first elected to his current position in 2007 and was re-elected in 2009 and 2013. Dan was born and raised in Polk County and graduated from Osceola High School in 1989. He received his degree from St. Cloud State University in 1994 and graduated from the William Mitchell College of Law in 1998. He returned home to Osceola and joined the Ludvigson & GaleWyrick law firm as a general practitioner. When Judge Steffen GaleWyrick won election to the Polk County bench and Guy Ludvigson retired, Steffen joined the Bakke Norman firm where he became an experienced municipal prosecutor while practicing family law, criminal law and personal injury. In 2006, Steffen won election as Polk County District Attorney and has served in that position through the present date. Dan is proud of the programs and advances that he has made to the District Attorney’s Office over the last 10 years. “We’ve created the Drug Court, the Criminal Justice Collaborating Council, the Restorative Justice Program, the Intoxicated Driver Intervention Program, the Polk County Diversion Program for first time offenders, the Drug Endangered Children Program, as well as many other valuable programs. We are one of the few counties in the state of Wisconsin to require domestic abusers and victims to take an

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Milberg cleared in vehicular homicide case BY TOM STANGL TSTANGL@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Milberg, her two children and two nieces were involved in a collision in Pierce County on Dec. 12, 2013. Lydia Milberg, 11, Clara Pavek, 5 and Laynie Jo Amos, 5 all died as a result of injuries sustained in the accident. Milberg’s son, Easton, 3, survived the accident. The prosecution presented 19

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witnesses in three and a half days. The defense did not call any witnesses and Milberg declined to testify on her own behalf. Prosecutor Sean Froelich presented experts that testified to the mechanical condition of Milberg’s 2007 Saturn Vue as well as the International straight truck

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the condition of Polk County to the county board last week. Still, signs of the recession remain evident. Roughly 6,600 people used the county’s FoodShare program in 2015. That’s down from almost 8,000 in 2012, but significantly greater than the 3,800 or so that depended the program in 2007. Employment in the county is above

pre-recession levels, though it hasn’t reached the level it likely would have if the recession hadn’t hit. “The gap in lost jobs will take a long time to come back,” said Frey. “The recession has permanently altered the economic landscape.” Housing prices continue to improve, giving reason for optimism, said Frey. And although equalized values have

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increased. But Frey’s report also included a warning. The national economy has been expanding for 84 months, he said, and the nation is likely to see some kind of economic contraction soon. Since 1945, the record length of economic recovery was the decade from 1991 to 2001 – 120 months. “Historically, what’s come up has always gone down,” he told the Polk County Board. Financially, the county is in a safe position to handle a mild recession, said Frey. After years of spending more than it brought in, the county has been saving small amounts for the last six years. And it’s been paying off debt. Right now, Polk County owes about $13.1 million, down from more than $18 million last year. Next January, that number will be$ 9.6 million. After paying off 27 percent of its debt this year, the county is scheduled to pay the rest of its existing debt in the next five years. Reserve funds have been growing too. Last year, expenditures were roughly $899,000 below budget and revenue was $236,000 above, bringing the general

fund balance to $9.2 million. “Our finances are in pretty good shape,” said Frey. “We can manage through a modest recession.” New highway building Frey is also recommending that the county build a new shop and storage building for its highway department. “I wouldn’t bring my car to that shop,” he said, showing the county board a picture of the current workroom. “I’d run from it. … It’d be a great Halloween haunted house, except it’s too dangerous for the kids.” Calling the current building old, obsolete, potentially dangerous and inefficient, Frey said the county could fund the new building without raising taxes. Budgeting The new highway shop was among top priorities set by county board members last week in preparation for planning next year’s budget. Also top on the list: increasing tourism and recreational opportunities, addressing substance abuse, strategizing to improve transportation infrastructure and improving internet and phone services in the county’s most rural areas.

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Examining Priorities Polk County Supervisor John Bonneprise, Osceola, signals support for financial priorities through a “sticker vote” last week. Top priorities for the board as a whole included advancing tourism and recreational opportunities, addressing substance abuse, building a new workshop for the highway department, examining transportation infrastructure and improving internet and phone services in the county’s most rural areas.

MILBERG: Defense attorney makes dramatic closing arguments Dr. Butch Huston, a forensic pathologist with the Ramsay County Medical Examiner’s office testified that that was in the accident. Facebook the three children died of injuries susmessenger chat messages sent and retained in the car accident. Prosecutor ceived from Milberg’s account were Froelich wanted to include graphic also presented as evidence. details of the injuries sustained by the Defense attorney Aaron Nelson aschildren, but was not allowed to do so. serted in cross examination that the In closing arguments, Froelich tires on Milberg’s vehicle were too urged jurors to use the evidence as worn to be safe on any surface by a dry their guide. “Mercy and sympathy are road, a conclusion reached by Wisc. issues for the judge,” he said during State Patrol Inspector Rick Graveen, his half hour closing. The prosecutor who examined the vehicle in 2015. asked if there was snow on the road, if Graveen died before the trial, so a you had children in the car “what are second mechanical inspection was you doing on your phone? What are done by Wisc. State Patrol Inspector you doing making lunch plans? Richard Krisher. When asked How are you supposed to do about the tires, Krisher said that that?” surface of the road would deterDefense attorney Nelson in mine how the tires would react. his nearly hour long closing arWisc. State Patrol Investigator gument, urged jurors to look at Derrek Hanson, a crash reconthe science of the case and constructionist, testified about data clude that it was a terrible accirecovered from the Saturn’s event dent caused by wet road condidata recorder. The Internationtions and poor tires. al straight truck involved in the Nelson cited the case of Araccident was going 30 mph at the thur Smith, the first person in time of the accident and data from the United States charged with the Saturn indicated that the vevehicular homicide in 1899, who hicle was probably in a spin. The was acquitted of charges. He sensors did not deploy the airbags. pointed out the failure of the Nelson had Hanson do calculastate to investigate. tions to determine the decelera“The police officers looked tion rate of the Milberg vehicle and looked until they found and came up with a -.27g, which what they wanted,” he said. was consistent with a value of Regarding the Facebook messnow covered road. sages, Nelson said that there The other Facebook account inwas not proof beyond a reasonvolved in a chat before the crash able doubt who was using the belonged to Jason McKenzie, a childhood friend of Milberg. McKTOM STANGL|AMERY FREE PRESS phone or how the phone was beenzie testified that he remembered Sisters Kati Pavek (left) and Kari Milberg embrace after the ing used. Nelson told jurors that justice having a phone conversation with verdict. is always “an eye for an eye.” Milberg the day of the accident, “Sometimes justice is letting but he didn’t remember what the conversation was about. When asked Sheriff’s office indicates that the 911 go, healing, following the law,” he said. Nelson cited the Declaration of Indeabout the Facebook chat messages, call came in at 3:39:56 p.m. Froelich also sought to include glob- pendence, shared a story about a boy McKenzie testified that he did not remember the conversation. When asked al positioning system (GPS) data to and an old man. In the story, the boy caught a bird in if seeing a transcript of the messages correspond with the timing of the would refresh his memory, McKenzie Facebook chat messages. The court his hands and devised a trick to play ruled that experts would need to tes- on the old man. He would ask the old said it would not. A transcript of the messages sent and tify about cellular tower locations and man if the bird was dead or alive. If the man said the bird was dead, he would received from the Milberg and McKen- timing issues. FROM PAGE ONE

zie accounts was entered into evidence. At 3:05:51 p.m., the Milberg account messages “I will meet u for lunch.” The McKenzie account replies “Bull****” at 3:11:49 p.m. The Milberg account responds “Hahahaha!” at 3:32:44 p.m. At 3:36:03 p.m., the Milberg account sends “U r nervous I just may meet ya.” The McKenzie account replies at 3:37:25 p.m. “I’m nervous.” At 3:38:26 p.m., McKenzie messages: “Takes a lot to get me nervous.” At 3:39:04 p.m., Milberg replies: “I am 2! Kind of bad!” McKenzie replies at 3:39:07 p.m. : “I’m not nervous.” Testimony from the Pierce County

release the live bird to prove the old man wrong. If the man said the bird was alive, he would crush the bird to prove the old man wrong. When he caught the bird and asked the old man if it was dead or alive, the old man said “its fate is in your hands.” “This family’s fate is now in your

Sisters Kati Pavek (left) and Kari Milberg embrace after the verdict.

Defense Attorney Aaron Nelson, who presented no witnesses in the trial, makes his closing arguments.

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ONGOING Amery Farmers Market The Amery Farmers Market happens twice weekly at Amery’s Soo Line Pavilion (Monday 3-6, and Saturdays 9 to Noon). For more information call 715-554-1034.

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Pickleball Beginners or advanced players are invited to join in the fun of Pickleball at the South Twin Tennis Courts. The group meets Mon, Wed, Fri, and Sat at 9 a.m., and Thurs at 5:30 p.m. Free and open to the public.

Open Stage/Talent nights A free open stage/talent night will take place at the Amery Bandshell in Michael Park every Thursday at 6 p.m. this summer. For more information contact Bob Johnson, 715-554-4302.

JULY 7 Phatastic Physics Kids are invited to feel the force of physics at the Amery Public Library. Have fun creating lightening indoors, see electricity at work by floating pie tins, and making a pickle lightbulb. Discover the power of the Tesla Coil as it’s used to ignite a cannon! And one lucky volunteer will get 200,000 volts of electricity sent through their body! Join the fun at 10:30 a.m. July 7 at the Amery Public Library.

JULY 8 “Pieces fro m the Past” An art opening featuring artwork exhibited over the years will open Friday, July 8 at the Northern Lakes Center for the Arts, 113 Elm St. in Amery, Wisconsin, starting at 7:30 p.m. The display will present a great variety of pieces by local artists. The exhibit will extend through August 31. For further information, please contact the Northern Lakes Center for the Arts at (715) 268-6811. Admission is free of charge and refreshments will be served.

JULY 9 Turtle Lake School Reunion Turtle Lake School is celebrating 100 years with an AllSchool Reunion on Saturday, July 9th beginning at 3:00 PM at the School. There will be Class Photos, refreshments, videos and a short program. All Alumni and retired staff are invited. You may preregister if you wish by visiting www.turtlelake.k12.wi.us or register that afternoon. You may also visit the Facebook Page: Turtle Lake All-School Reunion.

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Zoomobile A represntative from the Minnesota Zoo came to the Amery Public Library on Thursday. Area youngsters got to see a Red Tailed Hawk, a possum, a hedgehog, and more as part of the Zoo’s ‘Zoomobile’ program, sponsored by the Amery Woman’s Club. For more information about activites for youth at the Amery Public Library, visit AmeryLibrary.org.

JULY 10 Vintage Baseball Game The Taylors Falls Historical Society and the 1855 WHC Folsom House Historic Site will present a vintage baseball game Sunday, July 10 at 3 p.m. The game will be taking place at Braves Field in Osceola. The teams will be playing using period uniforms and equipment as well as following the rules of the game as it was in the 1860s. This event is free and open to the public.

Apple River Valley School Reunion A reunion of the Apple River Valley School, including all rural schools, will take place July 10 at 1 p.m. at the Polk County Park north of Amery. The event will be potluck. Coffee and lemonade, paperplates and plasticware will be provided. Call Lona with questions at 715-268-2530.

JULY 12 Amery Community Blood Drive Willow Ridge Healthcare is sponsoring a Red Cross Community Blood Drive from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. A driver’s license or blood donor card are required to donate. To schedule an appointment call 800-7332767 or visit redcrossblood.org.

JULY 14 Democratic Candicates Showcase The St. Croix County Democrats are sponsoring a ‘Candidate Showcase’ at the monthly meeting on Thursday , July 14, 2016 at 7pm (6pm Social Hour) at Ready Randy’s in New Richmond.

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

JULY 16 A Writer’s Forum Northern Lakes Center for the Arts will host local writers reading their original stories, poems, and essays as published in Northern Lakes’ “Soundings.”

Free Family Carnival United Covenant Church in Clear Lake will host a free family carnival from 11 -2. All ages are welcome for family friendly events, including a bouncy house, popcorn, slushies, hotdogs, music, games, face painting, prizes and more. United Covenant Church is located at Hwy 63 and Cty. Rd. JJ in Clear Lake.

JULY 20 Lions Club Circus The Amery Lions Club will host its bi-annual Culpepper and Merriweather Circus at Amery’s Bobber Park. Performances are scheduled for 5 and 7:30 p.m. Day of the show, tickets are $13 for adults and $8 for seniors and children. Advance discount tickets are available ($10/$7) at Amery Family Restaurant, Bremer Bank, Chet Johnson Drug, Dick’s Fresh Market, and Royal Credit Union.

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Amery Municipal Airport. The event is put on by the Minnesota Austin Healey Club and features about 80 cars that race against the clock. Food available on grounds. Racing begins about 10:30 a.m. and runs until about 5 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.

Logging Heydays Family friendly activities celebrating Polk County’s logging era including demonstrations, tours, games and songs, will take place at the Polk County Historical Museum from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. This event is free.

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AUGUST 6 Softball Tournament GDSI and its wellness committee invite you to join them for a softball tournament August 6 at Jorgenson Field (time TBA), in an effort to boost community spirit and raise funds for Quarter Moon Acres, a local equine therapy center. If you are a local business who would like to register a team of players 16 or older, contact Cheri Richards at 715-268-6495 ext. 216. Register your team by July 17 for $25.

AUGUST 19 Music on the River There’s no better way to spend a Friday night in August than listening to one of the Midwest’s Premiere Blues Bands along the banks of the Apple River. “The Jimmy’s” from Madison, Wis., were named on of the top 10 festival acts of 2015. Come to Amery’s Michael Park for an evening of free family fun including a car show from 5:00 to 9:30 p.m.

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In the olden days before focus groups, when touring vaudeville acts were the big entertainment in a community, Peoria, Ill. was used as a barometer to gauge an act’s popularity. If a singer, comedian or musical act “played well in Peoria,” they could do well anywhere. Vaudeville is long gone, and Peoria, I imagine, is still a fine place, but no longer the center of popular culture. Today, businesses from entertainment to tech to transportation look to see how well a prodreceived in China. Publisher uctInisthe time leading up to the Tom Stangl real crisis in the automotive business, General Motors (GM) made the decision to keep Buick and shutter Pontiac and Saturn because of the popularity of the model in China. Apparently in the growing middle class in China, nothing says “you have arrived” like owning a Buick. So GM knows that Buick plays well in Shanghai, but how well will a Chinese designed and manufactured Buick play in Peoria? We are about to find out. Buick’s new mid-size cross over sports utility vehicle, the 2016 Envision, is arriving in showrooms now. Will it matter that it was made in China from the design board up? When you consider the global marketplace, nearly everything we purchase has components or parts made far away from where it is purchased. Japanese cars are made in Indiana, Nike running shoes are made in Asia. I doubt many of us give it a second thought. The same is true about entertainment. Recently, the computer and online game “World of Warcraft” was adapted for a series of movies. The first film, “Warcraft: The Beginning” opened last month to less than glowing reviews and box office receipts in America. In China, the film shattered box office records. It appears that about half of the players in the game’s online world are Chinese. The film brought in nearly as much in the first four days of release than the latest “Star Wars” movie did in its entire run. Translation: Americans are no longer the primary target for some things. British comedian Ricky Gervais once commented at an American awards show, “I’m from a little place called England. We used to run the world before you.” It was funny, and oh so true. I feel more and more that way as I watch the globalization of many institutions. I can, on some level, understand the feelings of people who want the world to be the way it was before. The British said that with their vote to exit the European Union, and some supporters of Donald Trump feel the same way about our nation. But here’s the deal — there’s precious little to be done to change things. As an owner of four Pontiacs in my lifetime, I was very upset with GM’s decision to shut down my model of transportation. Years later, I understand why it was done and I have moved my loyalties to another car manufacturer. That’s what we do – move on. In the end, the only thing that matters for the global conglomerates is making money, and it no longer matters what the currency is, as long as the tender is legal. 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.

Medical Ideas BY MATT POMMER

House Speaker Paul Ryan has issued a Republican prescription for America’s health finances just in time for GOP election campaigns. It’s the long-promised alternative to Obamacare. It’s loaded with goodies and controversies, including a bigger role for state governments. Ryan’s proposal includes phasing in an age 67 start for Medicare. It would eliminate Obamacare mandates for employers providing coverage and individuals getting health insurance. Some popular insurance ideas Capitol like allowing chilNewsletter dren to stay on their parents’ polMatt Pommer icies to age 26 and providing insurance options regardless of health condition would be maintained. Alas, there was no indication of how it might be financed. The devil is always in the budget details. Eliminating Obamacare would assuredly lower or eliminate the so-called “Cadillac” excise tax of 40 percent due to go into effect in 2018 on health plans whose value is more than $10,200 for individual coverage and $27,500 for a family. The tax would be applied on amounts above those thresholds. While the Republican-controlled Congress has repeatedly voted

to repeal Obamacare, it lacks the votes to override a veto. The plan contains several favorite Ryan ideas, such as encouraging competition between Medicare and private health insurance programs, and Medicaid block grants for each state. On Medicaid, individual states could require able-bodied persons to work; waiting lists or enrollment caps would be possible in certain categories, and premium requirements could be implemented. States would get block grants for Medicaid, leaving them to solve the difficult detailed questions involved in health care and insurance. That’s kicking the health-policy can down the street to the 50 state capitols. An aging America and medical advances have complicated the financial issues surrounding health care. Wisconsin already is experiencing tough issues in providing services to the frail elderly and disabled citizens. Some 60,000 persons are in those categories, and the spending takes about 40 percent of the state’s Medicaid spending. The Walker administration this year proposed having for-profit companies bid to provide a complete array of services to them. The state would have been divided into three service areas. Republican senators on the Joint Finance Committee balked at us-

ing for-profit companies to provide the care and services necessary to limit institutional care of these individuals. The Walker administration has withdrawn the idea – at least in an election year. “Wisconsin has one of the best long-term care systems in the nation, and we want to keep it that way,” said Tom Frazier co-chair of the Long Term Care Coalition. Frazier was executive director of the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups from 1983 to 2010. “I don’t think it (going to private companies) is over. There will be more to come,” said Frazier. “It is unfortunate that people are playing politics with the future care of our most vulnerable citizens,” he added. The Walker administration’s proposal and its later withdrawal in the face of Republican legislative opposition indicates that letting the states decide how to spend federal Medicaid grants would be difficult. It is a huge program, and the aging population indicates it will continue to grow. Medicaid and related programs took 70 percent of the new state tax dollars in the current biennium, according to State Rep. John Nygren, R-Marinette, co-chair of the Legislature’s budget committee. “Medicaid is the single largest cost-driver in our state budget,” he said.

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Last year on July 2, the state Legislature launched a sneak attack on Wisconsin’s open records law, effectively seeking to exempt legislators from its reach. That effort died following a huge public backlash. But some l aw m a kers, it’s clear, remain actively to the Your Right hostile state’s tradito Know tion of open government. Bill Lueders One ongoing effort to duck accountability concerns records of communications to legislators. In 2014, a state appeals court ruled that state Sen. Jon Erpenbach, D-Madison, must release not just the messages

but the names and addresses of people who had contacted him on a given issue, which he had tried to shield. “Public awareness of ‘who’ is attempting to influence public policy is essential for effective oversight of our government,” wrote Judge Mark Gundrum, a former Republican state lawmaker, for the court. Citizens have a right to know who contacts elected officials “in favor of or opposed to proposed legislation.” As a reporter, I have obtained correspondence to lawmakers showing overwhelming public support for failed proposals to toughen drunken driving laws and embrace nonpartisan redistricting. Sheila Plotkin, a resident of McFarland, has documented that lawmakers disregarded the vast majority of input they received on altering campaign finance rules and dismantling the state Gov-

ernment Accountability Board, among other issues. See her website: we-the-irrelevant.org. Recently, Plotkin has been looking into citizen correspondence to legislators regarding proposed water legislation. The office of Rep. Scott Krug, R-Nekoosa, provided her with multiple records of its own creation that listed the names and addresses of people who wrote in on this issue, with the nebulous notation, “Wants high capacity wells/CAFO’s/ground water reform.” As she recounts in a web post, Plotkin called the office and spoke to Krug aide Dan Posca, who said this vague designation could mean either that the person was for the identified bill, or against it. It was impossible to tell. I repeatedly tried to talk to Posca about Plotkin’s post, without success. Krug told me the vague wording was used

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To the editor: It seems that many, many of us are disillusioned with government. At the State level, the Republicans under the Walker administration have taken us from a Progressive Era to a Regressive one; and on the Federal level, our Congress has done nothing for 4 years on such important issues as tax reform, immigration, weapons management, and continued health care reform. We need change not apathy or disgust. An important Primary is coming up August 9th. Vote for Mary Hoeft for Congress and allow her to run in November against Sean Duffy. Mary would help bring important change to the House of Representatives as our 7th District Congresswoman. I’ve known Mary for over 30 years as a caring and active citizen, instructor, parent, and friend. She is a well educated and strong leader in Barron County and the University of Wisconsin Center System. As a seasoned speaker, she would give us a strong, intelligent voice in Congress. Please vote in the August 9th primary for Mary Hoeft. Marge (Hasman) Kolbek Cumberland, WI

To the editor: They are starting to call us names. Rep. Adam Jarchow calls us “radical left wing extremists” on WPR. His partner, Sen. Tom Tiffany, is accusing us on TV of Gestapo style intrusions on private property doing “sweeps”. The sweeps he refers to are looking for invasive species in the water, which apparently neither of these legislators understands belongs to the public. Both of these statements are just simply lies. It is a sign that we are starting to make an impression as we struggle to recover the rights that they ripped away with their attack last year on local control of our lakes. It is also a measure of their level of disrespect for lake resident volunteers as citizens, constituents and stewards of our lakes. We are the lake association members who have selflessly volunteered to care for our lakes and protect them from harm. We are your neighbors, or your customers, or your

because “there were hundreds of variations of things people wanted done.” He claimed all of the emails he received were provided to Plotkin, besides the summary records created by his staff. Not so, says Plotkin, who found multiple instances where the office’s vague record lacked a corresponding email. For instance, she couldn’t find her own email to GOP lawmakers, sent Feb. 3, urging them at length and in detail to “Vote NO on these bills.” The office provided only its internal record, dated Feb. 5, logging a contact from a Sheila Plotkin who “wants … reform.” What had been perfectly clear was rendered purposefully oblique, to make it harder for the public to see that its input was ignored. For shame. In fact, Krug and other lawmakers can freely destroy the correspondence they receive,

friends. We come from all walks of life and political parties. Our work is non-partisan because the health of our lakes is not a political issue. The privilege of living on a lake carries extra responsibilities. Prime among them is a commitment to do nothing on our property that could negatively affect the water we live next to, that is coowned by every citizen, and our neighbors. Our lake associations take on many responsibilities including invasive species, habitat projects, shoreland restoration, water quality and chemistry monitoring. The list goes on and on - I could fill a page with our efforts. None of them deserve a political label, because the health of our lakes is not a political issue. Our lakes and rivers, our shorelands and ground water, are the greatest asset of our state and belong to the people. They are the foundation of our tax base and our economy in the north. In my home

replacing it with their own records or nothing at all, because legislators are exempt from retention rules in place for everyone else in state and local government. According to The Associated Press, Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald, R-Juneau, deletes his calendar on a daily basis, evidently to keep the people who pay his salary from learning how he spends his time. That needs to change. Citizens and media should demand an end to this loophole, raising this issue with legislative candidates. State lawmakers do not deserve the ability to destroy public records to protect themselves. Your Right to Know is a monthly column distributed by the Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council (www.wisfoic. org), a group dedicated to open government. Bill Lueders is the group’s president.

county of Vilas, riparian property pays 77% of the cost of county government. You may not know this but tourism increased more than ONE BILLION dollars last year not many sectors of our economy can match that number. The waters deserve protection for reasons of economics as well as preserving our natural gifts for our kids. We have one goal: to maintain healthy lakes for the people, for our economy and for the kids and grandchildren of every citizen, all the owners of our lakes. Private property rights include the rights to maintain a safe and healthy environment for our families. If one of my “rights” damages my neighbor or my states’ waters, it ceases to be a right, and becomes a responsibility for me to fix. Sen. Tiffany and Rep. Jarchow are hiding behind a curtain they call “private property rights”. It’s a disguise. Don’t be fooled by that. John Richter Sayner

What we’ve learned in the time after our house fire BY SHARON RAISANEN

A few weeks ago my husband and I lost our home and all our belongings in a devastating fire but fortunately no one, including our puppies, was hurt or injured. As hard as it was to watch our home and everything in it disappear in raging flames we told ourselves that it “was just stuff.” But lots of stuff has sentimental value and can never be replaced. The gigantic Finnish family Bible I had inherited because I was the oldest child in the family. In it were the names of several generations of my kin, lovingly hand entered by my ancestors. Gone were photo albums, an antique ice box I had refinished as well as my grandmother’s vanity; and of course, much more. But tragedies happen. Floods,

fire and tornadoes can happen at any time and affect anyone. We tend to think it won’t happen to us and for most, it never will. But, if the unthinkable happens, will you be prepared to cope with it? Here are some things we’ve learned so far: 1. Make a hard copy of phone numbers of your closest family members and store it in a wallet, with a close friend or neighbor or in a glove box of a vehicle. As the fire was roaring, a neighbor asked if I had called my kids. My phone was somewhere in that inferno along with all of their phone numbers. My family was frantically trying to get a hold of me and I had no way to reach them to let them know we were safe. 2. Take photos of everything in your home and out build-

ings. Go room by room, photographing inside closets, drawers and every wall. Store those photos off site. Our adjuster told us only 1 percent of people have done this. 3. Invest in a safety deposit box. The yearly cost is minimal and so worth the investment. Unfortunately, we did not have one. We should have had our vehicle titles, passports, home abstract and other important papers stored there. 4. Passwords: If you are trying to be tech savvy, you create numerous passwords as suggested but need a list to keep them straight. It’s OK to have a list in your desk drawer, but put a similar list in your desk at work, in the safety deposit box or with a trusted family member. 5. Computer backups: I pur-

chased a backup drive and regularly backed up my computer. Unfortunately, that drive was sitting next to my laptop and was destroyed. Buy two. Keep one in that trusty safe deposit box or somewhere off site and keep another at home, while you regularly do backups. Then switch them out every month or two. 6. Keep a set of spare keys in a safe place outside or with a neighbor. We kept our keys in the ignition (I know, probably not a wise decision) which made it possible for us to drive our vehicles away from the fire and have transportation after. 7. Review your insurance coverage on a regular basis to make sure you have adequate coverage. We were fortunate to have an agent who advised us when we should make needed

changes to our policy. 8. Most importantly, we have learned how very blessed we are with so many wonderful family, friends, neighbors, community members and co-workers. The outpouring of love and support we have received following the fire has overwhelmed and humbled us. Complete strangers have reached out in so many ways and we are still trying to absorb the enormity of it all. So we would encourage you now. Don’t procrastinate. Don’t think it won’t happen to you. Do it now. Be prepared. Be thankful for and look for the blessings. As awful as it all was, we are trying to think of things to be thankful for every day and moving forward one step at a time.

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Polk County Circuit Court Appearance date: June 14, 2016 Michael L. Abair, 63, St. Paul, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30. David G. Anderson, 48, Balsam Lake, inattentive driving, $187.90. James N. Auger, 24, Osceola, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30. Jason C. Balog, 41, Clayton, display unauthorized vehicle registration plate, $238.30. Justin S. Becker, 39, Balsam Lake, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10. Christopher E. Brockel, 56, Chippewa Falls, non–registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30. Jon B. Bush, 48, Amery, failure to immediately tag an otter, $330.50. Kameron M. Carpenter, 23, Maple Grove, MN, entering unauthorized or closed area, $175.30. Cindy P. Cooper, 46, Amery, speeding in 55 mph zone (20-24 mph), $225.70. Michael A. DeNucci, 43, Turtle Lake, vehicle equipment violations – group 3, $10; operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $175.30. James Dodge, Clayton, shoreland zoning violation, $200.50. Cory W. Doten, 25, New Richmond, speeding in 55 mph zone (16-19 mph), $452.50. Crystal R. Effertz, 35, Amery, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30. Robert E. Erdman, 82, Roseville, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30. James R. Eveland, Osceola, OU, $893.50. Joe B. Field, 50, Osceola, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30. Michael D. Gosse, 25, Fort Ripley, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30; operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Kristine R. Greene, 40, Amery, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Tyler L. Hagelberger, 20, Cumberland, failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10. Jason R. Hammond, 45, Fishers, IN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30. Hardscape Construction, Inc., Burnsville, MN, violate Class A Hwy. weight limits, $289.77. Cory L. Harrington, 24, St. Paul, MN, possess marijuana on state land, $263.50. Dustin J. Henton, 33, Lindstrom, MN, possess open intoxicants in MV-driver, $263.50. Jeremy L. Hollander, 24, New Richmond, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30. Rebecca L. Houde, 19, Milltown, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30. Shon M. Johnson, 43, Balsam Lake, speeding in 55 mph zone (25-29 mph), $250.90. Donna M. Kasper, 63, Coon Rapids, MN, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Mark. S. Larson, 51, Minneapolis, MN, possess open intoxicants in MV-driver, $263.50. Kevin R. Leach, 52, Dellwood, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30. Melissa J. Kovatch Lueders, 54, Lakeland, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30. Marty R. Lundequam, 49, Cumberland, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $200.50. Mary J. Lunderby, 72, Princeton, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30. Hali A. Lundquist, 23, Amery, fail to stop at stop sign, $175.30. Arvid A. Maki, 54, Osceola, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30. Travis J. Marlow, 21, Champlin, MN, entering unauthorized or closed area, $175.30. Alexander N. Marvin, 21, Brooklyn Center, MN, possess marijuana on state land,

$263.50. Bradley A. Mattson, 43, Luck, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Richard R. McCurdy, 67, St. Croix Falls, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Richard J. Mueller, 51, Milltown, floor pan rusted/holes, $175.30. Nicholas A. Murphy, 31, Balsam Lake, operating while suspended, $200.50. Bethany M. Oleary, 22, Ellsworth, possess open intoxicants in MV-passenger, $200.50. Michelle M. Olson, 49, Clayton, violation of child safety restraint requirements – child 4 years but less than 8 years of age, $200.50. Richard K. Olson, 72, New Richmond, vehicle equipment violations – Group 2, $150.10. Monica M. Parent, 46, Hudson, vehicle passenger fail to wear seat belt, $10. Timothy J. Patchen, 19, Isanti, MN, possess marijuana on state land, $263.50. Alex M. Paulson, 26, Amery, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30. Thaw T. Paw, 61, St. Paul, MN, possess game fish during closed season, in excess of bag limit, $315.60. Roberto A. Perez, 35, Dresser, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10; operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50; operating while revoked (forfeiture 1st), $200.50. Lacey S. Pontious, 29, Ham Lake, MN, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $175.30. Andrew J. Ramos, 18, Ramsey, MN, possess marijuana on state land, $263.50. Amy L. Riemenschneider, 39, St. Croix Falls, exceeding speed zones (25-29 mph), $250.90. Karena B. Rother, 38, Hastings, MN, operate boat without valid certification num-

ber, $200.50. Jason L. Rude, 32, Amery, failure of occupant to notify police of accident, $389.50; failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10. Matthew O. Salami, 20, Osceola, failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10; fail to notify/report – incapacitated operator, $200.50. Gary N. Sanvig, 63, Clear Lake, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30. Molly J. Shaw, Golden Valley, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30. Nicole G. Slate, 23, Frederic, dog at large, $100. Paul L. Staples, 25, Osceola, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Denise L. Starkey, 61, Hudson, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Joseph B. Stencel, 35, Luck, keep open intoxicants in MV-passenger, 200.50. Jordan D. Stickley, 19, Cambridge, MN, possess marijuana on state land, $263.50. Joseph B. Thalacker, 31, Ellsworth, possession of illegal sized fish, $222.90. Jacob R. Trapp, 19, Ramsey, MN, possess marijuana on state land, $263.50. Steven L. Violet, 31, Clear Lake, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30. Rebecca A. Hee Volk, 30, Rice Lake, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Shawn N. Wenisch, 30, St. Paul, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (20-24 mph), $225.70. Ted. A. Wistrom, 33, Osceola, possess game fish during closed season, in excess of bag limit, $315.60. Matthew S. Woebke, 36, Eagan, MN, speeding on city highway (1-10 mph), $175.30. Jacob P. Wurm, 18, Hugo, MN, possess marijuana on state land, $263.50.

Speeder charged with OWI has two children in car Wesley D. Geyer, 38, of Osceola was arrested July 1 by the Wisconsin State Patrol, charged with Operating While Intoxicated (OWI)1st offense having two passengers under the age of 16 in the vehicle. According to a release from the State Patrol, Geyer was stopped by a trooper at about 9:25 p.m. for allegedly speeding on 240th St. south of CTH M in Polk County. Geyer was arrested by the trooper and the two children in the car, ages 8 and 11, were released to a responsible family member. According to the release, Geyer was transported to Osceola Medical Center for a blood draw and was released to a responsible party.

Holiday delays crime reports Due to the Monday, July 4 Independence Day holiday, reports from the Polk County Sheriff’s office were delayed past press time. Look for crime stories in next week’s edition of the Free Press.

Amery Police Report 06/24/2016 – 06/30/2016 06/24/16, 02:00PM, Police were dispatched for a welfare check. 06/24/16, 08:54PM, Police were dispatched for an animal control call. 06/24/16, 11:32PM, Police assist EMS with a medical call at a local business. 06/25/16, 03:32AM, Police were dispatched to assist other law enforcement with a vehicle roll over accident. 06/25/16, 09:57AM, Police were dispatched for a welfare check. 06/25/16, 11:30AM, Police assist EMS on a medical call. 06/25/16, 03:13PM, Police dispatched for a welfare check. 06/25/16, 03:30PM, Police were dispatched for a 911 hang

up. 06/25/16, 10:35PM, Police respond to alarm at local business. 06/26/16, 10:59AM, Police were dispatched for a 911 hang up. 06/26/16, 05:10PM, Police responded to a report of a reckless driver. 06/26/16, 08:19PM, Police assist local citizen in a civil matter. 06/27/16, 01:09AM, Police were dispatched for a noise complaint. 06/27/16, 04:45AM, Police assist local citizen. 06/27/16, 08:49AM, Police were dispatched for a 911 hang up. 06/27/16, 11:26AM, Police were dispatched for a welfare check.

06/27/16, 05:20PM, Police were dispatched for a juvenile call. 06/27/16, 07:06PM, Police were dispatched for a juvenile call. 06/27/16, 08:10PM, Police respond to assist with a fire alarm call. 06/28/16, 11:53AM, Police assist local citizen. 06/28/16, 12:26PM, Police were dispatched for a welfare check. 06/28/16, 12:51PM, Police were dispatched for a juvenile call. 06/28/16, 01:16PM, Police responded to assist EMS on a medical call. 06/28/16, 02:00PM, Police were dispatched for a theft report. 06/28/16, 06:35PM, Police

were dispatched for a theft report. 06/28/16, 09:10PM, Police were dispatched for a welfare check. 06/28/16, 10:08PM, Police responded to assist other law enforcement to locate juveniles. 06/29/16, 09:14AM, Police were dispatched for a welfare check. 06/29/16, 04:11PM, Police locate and arrest two individuals for outstanding warrants. 06/29/16, 08:44PM, Police responded to assist EMS on a medical call. 06/29/16, 09:20PM, Police were dispatched for a disturbance. 06/29/16, 10:26PM, Police were dispatched for an animal control call. 06/29/16, 11:41PM, Police ob-

served and investigated suspicious activity. 06/30/16, 01:38PM, Police investigate report of suspicious activity. 06/30/16, 05:16PM, Police were dispatched for a disturbance at a local business. 06/30/16, 10:30PM, Police were dispatched for a residential disturbance.

Arrests: 06/29/16, Ryan Tulgren, 36 of New Richmond. Arrested for multiple outstanding warrants, transported to Polk County Jail. 06/29/16, Shanon Peck, 34 of Amery. Arrested for outstanding warrant out of Fond Du Lac County, transported to Polk County Jail.

YESTERDAY’S NEWS

JULY 5, 2016

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90 Years Ago July 8, 1926

opened bids for a new structure and made plans for the future. Total cost of construction was $72,219, which does not include furnishings, stained glass or architects’ fees. The board has authorized Larry Anderson of this city to raze the present church structure with construction planned immediately after this task is completed. This marks the second major building program for the Congregational church in the past few years. In 1954, they built the present Fellowship Hall at a cost of $48,000, making final payment on this in December of 1960.

Married Folks Dance There will be another of those pleasant married folks dances held at the American Legion Pavilion on Friday, July 9. Chris Willa’s orchestra will furnish the music and the management promises that every detail will be arranged for your entertainment and comfort.

Loses Finger in Pump Jack Mary Jane, the 2½ year-old, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Johnson of Amery, Route 3, while playing with a pump jack Monday, July 5th, caught her right hand cutting off the large finger.

High Winds Swamp Fishing Boat on Wapogasset

75 Years Ago July 10, 1941 New Danielson Drug Block Danielson Drug now has a newly remodeled and redecorated store and building. Many thousands of dollars were spent on the exterior and interior of the structure, following the fire Yesterday’s last spring. Upstairs ofNews fices and halls Diane Stangl all have been done over in the most attractive manner, and the store itself presents the modern streamlined appearance of the 1941 drug store.

Holstein Folks Say “Stine” Not “Steen” Amery and other Wisconsin breeders have been asked to encourage the use of the original and correct pronunciation of the word H-o-l-s-t-e-i-n. They were urged, by officials of the Holstein-Friesian Association of America to pronounce the second part of the word “Stine” instead of “Steen”, as it is said too commonly today.

Four Big Days and Nights at 1941 Polk Fair The Polk County Fair opening on Thursday, August 14th, will feature four days and nights of the best entertainment ever offered to fair goers in the Northwest. The opening day will be no ordinary one, but will feature “Whitey Ford” and his All Star Radio Show with the “Duke of Paducah” and his Plantation Days. This show is an NBC feature heard every Wednesday eve over KSTP and WEBC and other affiliated stations. This show is listed by Radio Guide as one of the ten best entertainment features on the air. The big feature of Friday’s show will be the State Horse Pulling Contest with over $400.00 in prizes. Saturday will be Race Day, with both horse lovers and gas buggies stepping it off. Six fast heats of harness racing will start the program with the finishing touches being added by a Free-For-All motorcar race.

Webb & Griffin First Store Building Early settlers, H. M. Webb and George Griffin built the first permanent store building (pictured above) in 1890 on what was to become the main thoroughfare in Amery - Keller Ave. This is the building that for years was the Lincoln Cash store and then became Peterson’s Our Own Hardware. The building was constructed with bricks manufactured in the brickyard owned by Jim Peterson.

Two classes of cars will be entered. One class for cars 5 years old or over and the second for cars under 5 years old. No holds barred. Sunday’s feature will be the biggest Thrill Show ever seen in these parts with the wellknown “Flash” Williams and his Devil Drivers, giving two performances.

65 Years Ago July 5, 1951 Fatal Crash at Balsam Lake One dead and two more hovering near death’s door at the Amery Hospital was the terrifying toll exacted Monday evening when a 1949 Buick convertible failed to make the corner near the Polk County Highway Garage at Balsam Lake about 11:30 p.m. Dead is Frank Dufort, 19, of Minneapolis, who passed away shortly after arriving at the Amery Hospital via the Stenberg-Burke ambulance. Dr. Herbert Dasler, attending physician, reported death due to brain laceration. Apparently coming from the south on highway “46” at a high rate of speed, the car in which the trio was riding left the road and slid sideways into a large elm tree. The impact was so hard that it forced the side of the car into such a degree that an acetylene torch had to be used to extract the driver. Other occupants in the death car were LeRoy Benson, 17, driver, and Bruce Bjerkeng, 19, both of Minneapolis. These young men are in critical condition in the Amery Hospital. Benson, who had to be extracted from the driver’s side by members of the highway

crew is suffering from a fractured left thighbone, multiple deep cuts and brain concussion. Bjerkeng has very severe face injuries with scrambled bones in the nose and roof of his mouth and multiple fractures of pelvis with brain concussion. Both men are on the critical list. Undersheriff James Moore, who along with Traffic Officer Merle Beedle, investigated that all three had been drinking. Also found in the wrecked automobile were three revolvers – two Luger .38’s and one silent air revolver. Another peculiarity of the mishap is the attire of Dufort and Bjerkeng. Both wore Navy uniforms while Dufort was not in the Navy although Bjerkeng is in the Naval Reserve but not on active duty. Residents of Balsam Lake reported that the trio had been observed in that village during the day and had just driven south some time before the mishap – hence they were familiar with the contour of the road. Parents of the dead youth believed their son to be at Lindstrom, Minn., with other friends. He had previously been warned by them not to associate with the companions injured with him.

55 Years Ago July 6, 1961 Last Worship Held at Present Church Parishioners and friends gathered Sunday at the Congregational Church for the last service in the present edifice. Demolition is slated for their present building erected in 1891. Meeting last Thursday evening, leaders of the church

A night of fishing nearly ended in disaster for three men last Friday night. Had it not been for the quick action by Chuck Dean, operator of the CastA-Way Trailer Park on Lake Wapogasset all three could have been drowning victims. Marvin Barkley, a farmer from the Ubet area, his nephew and a companion were fishing on Lake Wapogasset when high winds came up suddenly Friday night about 9:30 p.m. A large wave swamped their 12-ft. boat, spilling the trio into the lake. Two of the men were able to swim. All three grabbed onto the boat in about 40-50 feet of water in the channel between Breezy Point and the Leonard Berg home. As they began to yell, the voices were heard by Dean who launched his large boat into the water, and with his spotlight and the aid of lightning, was able to spot the capsized boat and men. Dean had to jump into the lake to rescue the non-swimmer from the water, as the other two could no longer hold him above water and the man could no longer hold onto the boat himself. After being retrieved from the lake, all three were taken to shore and seemed to be in good health despite the close call.

45 Years Ago June 17, 1971 Deer Crashes Through School Glass Doors While most youngsters would be more inclined to break out of school buildings these days, the contrary was true Sunday afternoon at the Amery High School. A deer not only crashed through a steel mesh, reinforced plate glass door on the front of the office section but ran the length of the corridor and smashed through another glass door at the end of the long hall into the sunlight once again. As nearly as it can be reconstructed, the trail of the errant animal swam North Twin Lake, meandered through the Al Stenberg yard and thence southerly to the main school building. Harold Booth, a neighbor to the school, noted that the deer

did pause for a moment at the front door, seemed to hesitate and then, crash! The doe butted his head through the door, bounded down the hall and out the other door.

35 Years Ago June 2, 1981 Williamson Receives Chancellor’s Cup Seven graduating seniors at the UW-River Falls were granted the Chancellor’s Award May 23 for exhibiting outstanding non-academic achievement and leadership on campus. Among those receiving the award was Jon Williamson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Williamson, Amery. Williamson graduated with a major in biology and a minor in mathematics. Williamson has been a resident assistant in his residence hall and has served on various housing committees on campus. He was a member of the Concert Choir on campus and sings with a professional barbershop quartet. “Jon has shown himself to be a remarkable member of the student body. He has been a tireless worker in trying to make the university a better place for everyone,” said the nominating faculty members.

June 9, 1981 Youths Rescue Drowning Couple Quick thinking by four Amery youths saved the lives of two non-swimmers whose rented boat capsized on the Apple River Thursday night, June 4. Tracy Borak, 16, Misty Hawley, 16, and Dave Barren, 14, all of Amery, were walking on Cameron Bridge about 8:30 p.m. when they heard Larry Pearson, Amery, and a female companion scream for help from the river. Believing the cries were coming from someone playing around, they soon realized the two people were in trouble. The girls raced to Jim and Marty’s Resort, nearby, grabbed a water-bike and pedaled to the capsized boat. Barren swam out to them from Cameron Bridge and “Boomer” Nadeau, Amery, swam out from the shore near Jim and Marty’s. Borak and Hawley pulled Pearson and his companion onto the water-bike while Barren and Nadeau held and steadied it. The girls pushed the water-bike back to shore where Pearson and his companion were attended to by Marty Baker. According to Baker, the 12foot aluminum rowboat flipped over when Pearson reached back to get a bait bucket. Pearson’s cowboy boots filled with water, hampering his movement in the water, and neither person was wearing a life preserver. The capsized boat rented from Ducklow’s Resort, was later retrieved by Nadeau and Barren about two blocks from the resort.

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Amery Memory Care holds ‘Makeover Monday’ BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

When Amber Harris, Life Enrichment Assistant at Amery Memory Care, wanted residents to get a little much-needed pampering, she reached out to the Amery Community. She solicited the help of beauty volunteers through Facebook. “Within minutes I had an outpouring of comments, likes, and shares. The love I was feeling was overwhelming,” she said. Local Mary Kay Unit/Consultants, led by Keri Lonergan, immediately jumped on board, and were overjoyed to be able to donate their time and resourc-

es to the residents. Plans came together to hold a ‘Makeover Monday” on June 20th at Amery Memory Care. The consultants set up several beauty stations like ‘Satin Hands & Feet,’ ‘Face/Makeup,’ and a ‘Perfume station.’ “Our residents were pampered thoroughly by this wonderful group of Mary Kay Ladies and we are so very thankful for their generosity and kindness,” says Harris. She said that the consultants hope to come back to hold the event again as resources allow. “People like this are what make our Amery Community so inviting and great to be a part of,” says Harris.

Mary Kay Consultants (left to right) Judy Keilholtz, Keri Lonergan, Jolese LaBlanc with Granddaughter Madison, Allyson Lammers, and Kathy Evenson with daughter Evalynn pose with residents of Amery Memory Care and employee Warren Woosley after the resdidents’ first ‘Makeover Monday’ event.

Balsam Lake man dies in two-vehicle crash BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

A Balsam Lake man was killed in a two-vehicle accident that shut down U.S. Highway 8 for several hours Tuesday afternoon, near northbound Highway 46 in Polk County. According to information released by the Polk County Sheriff’s Department, authorities received a call of a two-vehicle crash on U.S. Highway 8 at 3:53 p.m. on Tuesday, approximately a half mile east of Rolling Oaks Drive. During the investigation of the crash, it was found that John Thomas Bibeau, a 64-year-old male from rural Balsam Lake, Wis. was traveling eastbound on Highway 8. He was operating his family’s 2006 Pontiac Montana, minivan, which was gold in color. He was unbelted at the time. At that same time, Michael L. Malean, a 25-year-old male from Knapp, Wis. was driving eastbound ahead of Bibeau in a Silver 2009 Chevrolet Silverado, and towing a double axel trailer owned by WEST CAP. Malean had one passenger, 27-year-old Eric S. Stuart from the Boyceville area. Prior to the crash it was reported to Law Enforcement

that Bibeau was traveling at a high rate of speed, and had passed several vehicles before approaching Malean’s truck and trailer. As he approached Malean, Bibeau ran into Malean’s trailer, which sent both vehicles into and over the westbound lane of travel and into the north ditch. Upon entering the ditch, Bibeau’s vehicle rolled onto the passenger’s side. Several good Samaritans stopped and aided Bibeau by pulling him out of the overturned vehicle. They attempted life saving measures until they were relieved by Fire Department personnel and First Responders. Due to the nature of the injuries sustained, a medical helicopter was called and did land at the scene; however, John Bibeau did succumb to the injuries and passed away at the scene.

Michael Malean and Eric Stuart, the occupants of the Chevrolet Silverado suffered minor injuries and were not transported by EMS. As of Wednesday morning, it is believed that speed and possible pre-existing medical conditions may have been contributing factors for this crash. Assisting the Polk County Sheriff’s Office with this crash were the St. Croix Falls and Balsam Lake Fire Departments and First Responders, the Lakes Area Ambulance Services, Life Link Helicopter, along with members of the Polk County Highway Department. The crash and death remain under investigation by the Polk County Sheriff’s Office and the Polk County Medical Examiner’s Office.

County population holding steady, racial diversity expected to increase BY SUZANNE LINDGREN EDITOR@OSCEOLASUN.COM

Polk County’s population has held steady at about 44,200 since 2010. Births have outpaced deaths by 298, but 244 more people moved out of the county than into it, for a total population increase of about 50. The out-migration was to be expected, according to County Administrator Dana Frey. “After a recession, the people who can get up and get jobs go,” he said.

But that trend has likely begun to reverse. Younger families have moved in, and the Census estimates a very small population increase from 2013 to 2015. In-migration means rising home values and new construction and increased racial and cultural diversity in the area workforce. The county will need to take an active role in understanding the different needs and backgrounds of those people, said Frey.

County expands ATV access BY SUZANNE LINDGREN EDITOR@OSCEOLASUN.COM

More ATV trails will be linked after the county approved new routes on county roads last week. Most of the new routes are short, and serve primarily as paths for ATV and UTV riders to travel between existing trails. Routes were added in Apple River, Balsam Lake, Beaver, Bone Lake, Clam Falls,

Georgetown, Laketown, Lorain, Luck, McKinley, Milltown, Osceola, and Sterling. ATVs and UTVs will be driven on the extreme right of the paved surface, will follow speed limits of 35 mph or lower, and will only operate during daylight hours (including the half hour before sunrise or after sunset) from April 1 through Dec. 1.

Packers analogy on teacher pay backfires for Governor MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker may have thought a Green Bay Packers analogy about teachers would be a political touchdown. Instead, his opponents tried to sack him Tuesday for comparing free agency in the NFL with how teachers are paid in his state. The Republican governor’s remarks came after a closed-door listening session in Coon Valley, Wisconsin, when reporters asked whether he thought incentive-driven salary programs would make it harder for K-12 schools to retain teachers. “If the Green Bay Packers pay people to perform and if they perform well

on their team, (the Packers) pay them to do that,” Walker said, according to the LaCrosse Tribune. “They don’t pay them for how many years they’ve been on the football team. They pay them whether or not they help (the Packers) win football games.” That drew a sharp rebuke from Democratic state Rep. Sondy Pope, of Mount Horeb, who said Walker’s analogy comparing teacher salaries — which average $54,766 in Wisconsin based on National Education Association figures — to NFL players who make millions was “simply ridiculous.” “This callous disregard of professional educators is insulting,” Pope

said. Walker doesn’t understand that NFL players have comprehensive representation from union officials to protect and bargain for their wages and benefits, said Democratic Rep. Katrina Shankland, of Stevens Point, a dig at Walker’s signature legislative initiative that disallowed collective bargaining for teachers and other public workers. Shankland also pointed out that NFL players get raises for each year they’re in the league regardless of how they play or how many games they win. “Ask the Chicago Bears about this,” she joked in a statement.

Wisconsin Education Association Council President Betsy Kippers said Walker was wrong to suggest “our children’s futures are a game to be won or lost.” Walker spokesman Tom Evenson said Tuesday that the governor was trying to make a point that good employers reward employees based on performance, “not just seniority.” “That is what we can now do in Wisconsin after our reforms, to make sure we have the best and brightest teaching in our classrooms,” Evenson said.

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educational class prior to changing their no contact rules. This protects victims. In 2014, we became one of the first counties in the state to go paperless,

saving the county thousands of dollars per year. With the addition of my Assistant District Attorney’s Dan Tolan and Ken Sortedahl, I believe the office is in better shape than ever. I take the safety of Polk County residents very seriously. This is my home.

Polk County deserves an experienced, knowledgeable and fearless trial attorney in this office.” Dan is the proud father of three children: Delaney (13), Aiden (11) and Cooper (7) and resides in Osceola. Dan is running as a Democrat in the

upcoming fall election. His challenger is Republican Jeff Kemp of St. Croix Falls.

Amery to benefit from statewide Youth Apprenticeship grants State DWD representatives will visit Bremer Bank July 12 BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Governor Scott Walker announced a statewide Youth Apprenticeship (YA) grant of $3.2 million Thursday at United Pride Dairy, LLC in Phillips. United Pride Dairy, LLC is just one of many businesses statewide to participate in Youth Apprenticeship programs. The grants are awarded to 32 regional consortiums across Wisconsin for the 2016-17 school year, including CESA 11. “The key to Wisconsin’s future success rests in our ability to provide the next generation of workers with the practical skills they need to succeed,” Governor Walker

said. “That’s why we continue to make investments in workforce development programs like Youth Apprenticeship and Dual Enrollment.” Governor Walker announced earlier this year an additional $1 million investment in the YA program, which will serve approximately 600 additional Wisconsin students. Established in 1991, Wisconsin’s YA program is part of a statewide School-to-Work initiative. The program is designed for high school students who want to develop their skills through a handson learning experience at a work site combined with classroom instruction.

During the 2015-16 school year, statewide YA grant awards supported work-based learning opportunities for over 2,000 businesses across ten career clusters for more than 3,000 students who were paid an average wage of $9.62 per hour. The top three areas for participation were: Manufacturing – 622 students; Health Services – 552 students; and Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources – 495 students. Statewide, the graduation rate for eligible youth apprentices was 83 percent last year, and 80 percent of the two-year graduates were offered employment opportunities upon

House Speaker Ryan proposes simpler tax code BY ANDREW TAYLOR ASSOCIATED PRESS

WASHINGTON (AP) — House Republicans led by Speaker Paul Ryan unveiled a plan for a simpler tax code, the sixth and last installment of a GOP agenda designed to be a policy counterpoint to the personality-driven campaign of Donald Trump. Ryan and other Republicans announced the plan at a news conference Friday morning. The proposal would lower tax rates for both families and businesses, although it falls short of the 25 percent top rate for individuals that Ryan promised not long ago. Instead, the tax reform plan proposes a 33 percent top tax bracket instead of the current top rate of 39.6 percent restored by President Barack Obama in a 2013 victory over Republicans following his re-election. The Ryan plan also lacks the detail required to measure whether it would maintain the current distribution of the tax burden by income range. The plan won’t face a vote this year, but like other elements of Ryan’s agenda, it provides a template for potential action next year. “It will take less from taxpayers at every income level, because Washington takes too much of your hard-earned dollars,” said Rep. Kevin Brady, R-Texas, chairman of the tax-writing House Ways and Means Committee, promising the plan will “make it easier to save for retirement and grow the local economy.” Individual filers would retain tax breaks for mortgage interest, chari-

table giving and retirement savings in a decision that reflects the sweeping popularity of such measures. But retaining them would result in revenue losses that would mean rates cuts couldn’t be as big as once promised. The measure also promises business and international tax reforms to make U.S. companies more competitive with overseas companies, including lowering the corporate tax rate from 35 percent to 20 percent. In exchange, businesses would lose a host of write-offs. “For families and individuals, the new tax system will simplify and lower tax rates. It also will provide for reduced but progressive tax rates on capital gains, dividends and interest income,” the proposal reads. “The approach reflected in this blueprint will be simple enough to fit on a postcard for most Americans.” Tax reform is a longtime promise of Republicans, and the code has gotten far more complex in the three decades since the landmark 1986 tax overhaul. But changing the code pits powerful interests against one another and exposes ideological rifts among Republicans and between Republicans and Democrats. The measure assumes the proposal would generate economic growth that would, in turn, boost revenues. Such “dynamic” effects permit policymakers to promise even lower tax rates that would not add to the budget deficit.

completion of the YA program. Locally, CESA 11 will receive $238,500 of this year’s earmarked $3.2 million in funds. The money will be used to support youth apprenticeship at participating CESA 11 schools, of which Amery plans to have roughly 40 of an estimated 265 students. Representatives of the State Department of Workforce Development (DWD) will make a stop in Amery July 12, as part of Governor Walker’s ‘Cabinet on the Road’ Series. The group will consist of DWD Secretary Ray Allen, Deputy Secretary Georgia Maxwell, and Assistant Deputy Secretary David G. Anderson. They plan to visit Bremer

Bank, Amery’s first Youth Apprenticeship partner in what has grown to become a very successful program. Bremer began apprenticing high school students in the mid 1990s, and has been part of the program ever since. Amery’s YA advisor Ramona Lockwood is excited to welcome DWD representatives to Amery. She says they’re interested in highlighting the successful program at Bremer, and want to learn more about the experience from Amery Senior Isaac Gorres and his bank mentor, Julie Powers.

Wisconsin justices rule against former coach in sex case MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled Tuesday against a former longtime high school basketball coach, reinstating his conviction in a sex crime case involving a 15-year-old student. The case turned on whether a flipstyle cellphone is a “computerized communication system” used to facilitate a child sex crime. Rory McKellips, a former coach at Mosinee and Athens high schools in central Wisconsin, was convicted in 2013 of using a computer to facilitate a sex crime and sentenced to 10 years in prison. McKellips, 59, argued that sending texts and picture messages between flip-style phones doesn’t meet the state law definition for “computerized communication system” because the phones don’t use the internet. He also argued that the state law was unconstitutionally vague. A state appeals court last year overturned his conviction and granted him a new trial, saying the jury was given improper instructions related to whether the phone was a computer. But the state Supreme Court, in a 4-2 decision written by Justice Rebecca Bradley, sided with state prosecutors and reinstated his conviction. The court said that while the flipstyle phones in question “may not be as advanced as some modern cellphones, McKellips’ use of it satisfied the definition of computerized.” The court determined that state law does not require use of the internet to satisfy the definition of “computerized computer system.” It also rejected his arguments that the law is vague and that the jury at his tri-

al was given misleading instructions about whether the cellphone was a computerized messaging system. Justices Shirley Abrahamson and Ann Walsh Bradley dissented, arguing that the law in question is unconstitutionally vague because “computerized communication system” is not defined and its meaning is not easily understood. Justice David Prosser did not participate. McKellips, of Mosinee, was formerly a coach at Mosinee High School and was hired in 2010 to coach basketball at nearby Athens High School. The court record shows that McKellips began having cellphone contact with a 14-year-old girl on the team in December 2010. Their contact continued until September 2011 when the girl’s father found a secret cellphone McKellips had given her. Police determined that between December 2010 and July 2011, there were 8,324 texts exchanged between McKellips and the girl. The girl testified at trial that during that time they had sexual contact four times. McKellips was found not guilty of repeated sexual assault of a child and exposing his genitals, A spokesman for the state Department of Justice did not immediately return a message seeking comment on the ruling. McKellips’ attorney Scott Swid did not immediately return a message seeking comment.

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Giant Ice Cream Sundae It took just about half an hour for thirty feet of ice cream sundae to get devoured on Friday afternoon. The sundae was comprised of 180 scoops of vanilla ice cream, topped off with whip cream and sprinkles thanks to the help of local Fall Fest Royalty. (Right) The event even drew international attention. DeeAnne from Texas spends time on Lake Wapogasset, and brought with her two exchange students, Jorge from Columbia, and Susie from Germany. JESSICA DE LA CRUZ| AMERY FREE PRESS

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Returning from vacation in Alaska, upcoming Music on the River, Polk County Fair Guide Yes it is true, a person needs a vacation to rest up from the vacation you just had! And we are living proof of that. We just got Pounding back from an eight day trip to the Alaska to visit Pavement Dave’s brother. It was a great trip, Pam Humpal very busy. During the Summer months in Alaska, it never really gets dark so that is kind of tricky to get used to…you never know when to go to bed. We were treated to Moose Burgers, Reindeer Sausage, and of course, salmon. I was never much a fan of salmon before the trip but after tasting salmon cooked up there, I have changed my mind…it was delicious. With just getting back yesterday and then trying to get the paper out today, I will just include a few pictures this week, and then follow up with more stories next week. So now it is time to think about work and get back to reality…

I hope everyone had a wonderful Fourth of July weekend. From what I hear, the area celebrations and fireworks were great. We were able to get to town last night for Amery’s fireworks. Thank you to the Amery Fire Department, Amery Community Club, and the City of Amery for sponsoring the annual fireworks. That is one thing about being in Alaska for the Fourth of July weekend, there is no fireworks… it does not get dark enough. They have their fireworks display at New Year’s instead, and from what I hear, it is plenty dark at that time of year. The next Music On The River for 2016 in Amery is scheduled for Friday, July 15. It will kickoff with Cattail Moon Band from 5-7pm followed by “Chris Hawkey”. From what I understand, Hawkey puts on a very entertaining performance. The event is held at the Danielson Stage on the Apple River…mark you calendars ! Hard to believe but we are have jumped right into the month of July, which means the Polk Coun-

ty Fair is right around the corner. On Tuesday, July 26, we will be publishing our annual AFP Polk County Fair Guide. The Fair Guide will have pictures from all the 4H clubs in the county, a map of the fairgrounds, judging and entertainment schedules, highlights of the fair, and good luck/congratulations from area businesses. The Polk County Fair Guide will be in our issue on July 26 plus also available at the fairgrounds during the fair. Area businesses who would like to be a part of the annual fair guide with well wishes to the exhibitors &/or inviting fairgoers to stop by their booth should please give me a call today at 715-268-8101. Deadline for the Polk County Fair Guide is Wednesday, July 20.

Beautiful sight in Denali Park

Happy Birthday on July 10 to our daughter-in-law, Rachel, and to my brother-in-law, Butch. Enjoy your very special day! Have a great week…and if you come up with a plan to have the days slow down a little bit, please let me know!

Grizzly Bear crossing in front of our tour bus in Denali Park

Searching for gold at the “claim”

At the Denali Visitor Center Panning for gold at Gold Dredge #8

Our Alaskan touring crew at the museum were Paul, Chuck, Elaine, me, Phyllis, Dave, Butch and Shari

Riverboat excursion on Chena River

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AREA CHURCHES AMERY FREE LUTHERAN, 1 mile west of golf course on CTH F, Eric Christenson, pastor www.ameryflc.org Every Sunday: 9:15 a.m. Worship Service. Vacation Bible School: July 11-15, Ages 4 to Grade 6. Free reservations, call 715-268-9218. APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY, 942 Hwy. 8, Amery Justin Hosking, pastor Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bible Study and Prayer meeting. Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday school for all ages; 10:15 a.m. Coffee & Fellowship; 10:30 a.m. Worship/Children’s Church. BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery Matt Saarem, pastor Wednesday, July 6: 6:30 p.m. Choir practice. Sunday, July 10: 9:15 a.m. Choir practice; 9:30 a.m. Coffee Fellowship; 10:15 a.m. Holy worship. Tuesday, July 12: 8:30 a.m. Quilting at Elim. CENTERPOINT, 740 Maple Drive, St. Croix Falls (High school) Dick Enerson, pastor Sunday: 10-11:15 a.m. Worship celebration; Children’s church (SuperKidz) age 4-5th grade; Nursery (KidzKorner) birth-3 years. Cell Groups (small group Bible studies) offered throughout the week. CHURCH OF CHRIST, St. Croix Falls Jack Philips, evangelist Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Bible Study; 10:45 a.m. Worship. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bible Study and Devotions. CLEAR LAKE UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 11 a.m. Worship. Wednesday: 5:30 p.m. Meal for all; 6 p.m. Church school. CONGREGATIONAL, 201 N. Harriman Ave., Amery Barry Schaefer, pastor Wednesday, July 6: 6 p.m. VBS. Thursday, July 7: 7:30 a.m. Sujmmer Stretch; 8 a.m. Pastoral Leaders; 9:30 a.m. Local Communions; 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining hall opens; 5:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study. Friday, July 8: Camp Wapo Seeds (2-3 grade); 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining hall opens. Saturday, July 9: Camp Wapo Seeds (2-3 grade); 6 a.m. Food Set up for Ruby’s Pantry; 8 a.m. Car Care; 9 a.m. Ruby’s Pantry Food Distribution. Sunday, July 10: Camp Wapo Seeds (2-3 grade); Camp Wapo Youth (4-9 grades); 10 am. Worship DEER PARK UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Thursday, June 30: 9 a.m. Quilting. Sunday: 9:45 a.m. Worship. DERONDA LUTHERAN, 1239 65th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Sunday, July 10: 9:30 a.m. Worship; 6 p.m. Financial Peace University; 6:45 p.m. NUIC Softball. Monday, July 11: 6 p.m. Deronda Garage Sale drop off and setup; 6:30 p.m. Healthy Start check-in at Pastor Lori’s house Tuesday, July 12: 6 p.m. Deronda Garage Sale drop off and setup; 7 p.m. Church Councils meet at Trinity. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.deronda church.net EAST BALSAM BAPTIST, 1816 108th St./CTH I, Balsam Lake, Gabriel Brennan, pastor www.eastbalsam.org 715-857-5411 Sunday: 9 a.m. Worship service; 10:30 a.m. Sunday school. Tuesday: Women’s Ministry; 9 a.m. Bible Study. EAST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, south of Amery on Hwy. 46 then west on 20th Ave., Kathy Pennington, pastor Wednesday, July 6: 4:30 p.m. Yoga at Labyrinth; 6 p.m. VBS at Congo. Thursday, July 7: 7:30 a.m. Summer Stretch at Congo. Sunday, July 10: 10 a.m. Worship. Tuesday, July 12: 9 a.m. Quilting; 4:30 p.m. Yoga at Labyrinth. EAST LINCOLN ALLIANCE, 735 70th Ave., Amery 715-268-2350 www.eastlincolnalliance.com Eric Danielson and Randy Schussman, pastors Sunday: 8:45 a.m. Prayer Meeting; 9 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Worship service. Child Care and Children’s Church are provided during Worship service. Small groups meet throughout the week. Contact the church office for further details. EL SALEM BAPTIST/TWIN FALLS CHRISTIAN CENTER, Dresser, Darryl R. Olson, pastor Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday school; 10:35 a.m. Worship; 6 p.m. Sunday evening. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bible Study. ELIM LUTHERAN, Range, Matt Saarem, pastor Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Worship. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays.

FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 301 1st Ave. East, Balsam Lake , Diane Norstad, pastor Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday worship; 10:40 a.m. Sunday school. Wednesday evening Confirmation classes. FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 134 Prentice St. S, Clayton Margaret Grant, pastor Sunday: 9:45 a.m. Worship; 10:45 a.m. Fellowship. Wednesday: 6 p.m. Church School. Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 p.m. Mission Quilting Tuesdays 9 a.m. FIRST BAPTIST, 131 Broadway St., Amery Nick Buda, lead pastor churchoffice@fbcamery.org Sunday: One service 9-10:15 a.m. Nursery is available for ages 0-3; 10:30-11:30 a.m. All Ages Sunday School (nursery available for ages 0-3). Monday: 1:30-2:30 Moms in Prayer Group (until end of school year). Saturday: 7-8 a.m. Men’s Bible Study at Ida Mae’s. FIRST LUTHERAN, 240 Elm St., Amery Tim Bjorge, pastor Thursday, July 7: 8:30 a.m. Quilters; 7 p.m. Al Anon. Saturday, July 9: 8 a.m. Car Care. Sunday, July 10: 9 a.m. Worship.. Tuesday, July 12: 1:30 p.. Handbells. FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Sunday, July 10: 8:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship; 10 a.m. Traditional Worship; 11 a.m. Fellowship. Monday, July 11: 10 a.m. Staff meeting; 3 p.m. Service at Golden Age Manor. Tuesday, July 12: 9 a.m. Quilting. FIRST PRESYTERIAN, 719 Nevada St., St. Croix Falls Barbara Anne Keely, pastor Sunday: 10:15 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship; 11 a.m. Worship. FOREST UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Worship. FULL GOSPEL LIGHTHOUSE, Graytown Merlin Burton, pastor Sunday: 10:30 a.m. Sunday school; 11 a.m. Worship. GEORGETOWN LUTHERAN-ELCA, 877 190th Ave. Co. Rd. G, Balsam Lake (Fox Creek) 715-857-5580 serving@georgetownlutheran.net Interim Pastor Paul Settergren Sunday: 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. Worship; Communion 1st and 3rd Sunday.

GRACE LUTHERAN - WELS, 460 4th St., Clear Lake, 715-263-2164 Ellery W. Groth, pastor Sunday service 8:30 a.m.; 9:40 a.m. Sunday school Bible Class Thursday morning 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Thursday evening. Ladies Aid 2nd Thursday of month 2:30 p.m. HOLY TRINITY ORTHODOX, 511 1st St., Clayton, 715-948-2493 htoc@amerytel.net Chris Wojcik, pastor Sundays: 9:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy. HOLY TRINITY UNITED METHODIST, 1606 165th Ave., Centuria, on CTH I between Balsam Lake and Centuria Freddie Kirk, pastor Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Worship. IMMANUEL EV. LUTHERAN (LCMS), 124 E. Church St., Clayton ImmLCLCMS@centurytel.net 715-541-2955 Gregory Becker, pastor Sunday: 9 a.m. Divine Worship. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Family Christian Education. IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, 65th Ave., rural Clayton Margaret Grant, pastor Immanuel: 8:30 a.m. Worship. LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN, 1272 44th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Thursday, July 7: 9 a.m. Quilting. Sunday, July 10: 11 a.m. Worship; 6:45 p.m. NUIC Softball. Monday, July 11: 6:30 p.m. Healthy Start check-in at Pastor Lori’s house. Tuesday, July 12: 7 p.m. Church Councils meet at Trinity. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.little fallschurch.net LIVING WORD CHAPEL, Hwy 64 at Forest Randy Dean, pastor Sunday: 8:45-9:45 a.m. Sunday school; 10 am. Main service. Wednesday: 7:30 pm. Adults and Teen Ministry. MENNONITE CHURCH, 1681 6 1/2 St., Co. Hwy. P North, Almena, 715-357-3321 Sunday: 10 a.m. Sunday school, all ages; 10:45 a.m. Sunday worship service; 7:45 p.m. Sunday evening service. MOE LUTHERAN (ELCA), 451 30th St., Clear Lake Sunday: 10 a.m. Fellowship; 11 a.m. Worship; Potluck lunch 2nd Sunday. Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 p.m. Women’s Bible Study 2nd Thursday 1:30 p.m.

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Be the Hero of Your Own Life

“And we boast in the hope of the glory of God. Not only so, but we also glory in our suﬀerings, because we know that suﬀering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope.” —Romans 5: 2-4 NIV

orks of fiction are sometimes disparaged by those with a practical bias as being useless, or at best, a harmless diversion. They would rather read non-fiction, presumably because it gives them knowledge which they can actually use. But fiction often teaches us valuable lessons about how to live life, how to handle adversity, and what it is to be human in difficult circumstances. Furthermore, we are sometimes struck by the realization that we might bend circumstances and events to our will, and in effect become the heroes of our own life. That is a valuable lesson, and one which can be learned from reading fiction, but also from reading biographies, autobiographies, and the narratives of the Bible. Becoming a hero usually starts, as it does in fiction, with conflict or adversity. From there, one must be inspired to resolve the conflict or deal with the adversity. And before the inspiration fades, one usually has to create a workable plan. In the same way that an author must plan her work, thinking over and trying out different plots and plans for character development, we should plan our own lives, perhaps imagining different paths toward achieving something great, something worth writing about. And just as an author has to develop her characters, so too do we have to develop our own moral character. – Christopher Simon

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AREA CHURCHES CONTINUED NEW LIFE COMMUNITY, Amery Craig Jorgenson, interim pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. Worship. Tuesday: 6:30 p.m. Prayer. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Youth; 7 p.m. Adult Bible. OTTERCREEK CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP, Glenwood City Civic Center, Jason Taylor, pastor Sunday: 10:30 a.m. Worship; Children’s church, childcare provided. Wednesday Night Prayer. OUR LADY OF THE LAKES CATHOLIC, Balsam Lake Father Eugene Murphy, pastor Masses: Saturday 6 p.m., Sunday 8:30 a.m. OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN, 217 Deronda St., Amery Keith Ruehlow, pastor Wednesday, July 6: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Wapo Group here; 12 p.m. Men’s Table Talk; 6:15 p.m. Evening Prayer Group; 6:30 p.m. BRB. Thursday, July 7: 8:15 a.m. Weigh-in Club; 8:30 a.m. Bible Study; 10 a.m-4 p.m. Wapo Group here. Froday, July 8: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Wapo Group here; SEEDS (2nd and 3rd Graders at Wapo). Sunday, July 10: 9 a.m. Worship service with Holy Communion; 4th-6th graders leave for Wapo Camp. PRAIRIEVIEW COVENANT, 1396 210th Ave. (2 miles north of New Richmond on 65) Joe Sir, pastor www.prairieviewchurch.net Sunday: 9 a.m. Sunday school, nursery care; 10 a.m. Worship service, nursery care. REDEEMER LUTHERAN, 600 S. Keller Ave., Amery Tom Hahn, pastor Wednesday, July 6: 1 p.m. Stewardship. Thursday, July 7: 6 p.m. First Communion class. Sunday, July 10: 8:15 a.m. Lay Ministers; 9:30 a.m. Worship; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship. Tueday July 12: 7 p.m. Parish Planning. REEVE EVANGELICAL FREE, Jct. Barron CTH K & A, Clear Lake, www.reevechurch.org Sunday: 9 am. Worship service; 10:15 a.m. Fellowship Time; 10:30 a.m. Sunday school for all ages; 6:30 p.m. Jr. and Sr. High Youth Group (Sept.-May). Wednesday nights: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Adult Bible Study and Prayer; Kids club (Sept.-May). ST. BARNABAS EPISCOPAL, Clear Lake, Rev. Bob Lyga Sunday: 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:15 a.m. Worship. ST. CROIX UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP, 201 N. Adams, St. Croix Falls 715-483-1113 Sunday: 10 a.m. First, second and third Sunday, 715-5533386. ST. JOHN’S CATHOLIC, Clear Lake, Fr. John Long, pastor Mass: 8 a.m. Wednesday. Mass: 8 a.m. Thursday. Mass: 8:30 a.m. Sunday. ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC, 1050 Keller Ave. N, Amery Father Eugene Murphy Weekly Mass, Communion service schedule: Saturday 4 p.m. Mass. Sunday 10:30 a.m. Mass. Monday 9 a.m. Communion Service. Tuesday 9 a.m. Communion Service. Wednesday: 9 a.m. Mass. Thursday: 1st and 2nd Thursdays, Communion Service is held at local nursing homes; Other Thursdays 9 a.m. Communion Service at St. Joseph. Friday: 9 a.m. Communion Service. Special events: Wednesday, July 6, Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick; Sunday, July 10, Fr. Gene Murphy’s Birthday, Father Ryan here, Donut Sunday after Mass; Tuesday, July 12, KC meeting 6:30 p.m. ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor Thursday, July 7: 7 p.m. Bible Study. Saturday, July 9: LCMS Synod Convention in Milwaukee. Sunday, July 10: Joint Worship; 8:30 a.m. Coffee Fellowship; 9 a.m. Worship 10 a.m. Joint 5-yr. meeting; at St. Paul’s. Monday, July 11: LCMS Syn od Convention in Milwaukee. Tueday July 12: LCMS Synod Convention in Milwaukee. ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor Saturday, July 9: LCMS Synod Convention in Milwaukee. Sunday, July 10: Joint Worship; 8:30 a.m. Coffee Fellowship; 9 a.m. Worship; 10 a.m. Joint 5-year meeting; at St. Paul’s. Monday, July 11: Pastor visiting shut-ins; LCMS Synod Convention in Milwaukee; 6:30 p.m. 4-H meeting. Tuesday, July 12: 7 p.m. Bible Study; LCMS Synod Convention in Milwaukee. SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST, 76 20th Ave., Clear Lake John Redlich, pastor Saturday: 9:30 a.m. Bible Study; 11 a.m. Worship service; Head Elder David Scott 715-263-3367. Mid-week service: Wednesday 7 p.m.

OBITUARIES THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS (Mormons), 644 S. 6th St., Barron Chapel 715-537-3679 Bishop Kenneth Konesky 715-719-0283 Sunday: Sacrament 10 a.m.; Sunday School/Primary 11:20 a.m.; Priesthood/Relief Society 12:10 p.m. TRINITY LUTHERAN of Garfield, 1578 85th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, July 6: 6 p.m. Bible Study with Steve Helling. Sunday, July 10: 8 a.m. Worship; 6:45 p.m. NUIC Softball. Monday, July 11: 6:30 p.m. Healty Start check-in at Pastor Lori’s house. Tuesday, July 12: 7 p.m. Church Councils meet at Trinity. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.trinity lutheranchurchofamery.com UNITED COVENANT, 348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake Dan Pearson, pastor Wednesday, July 6: 6:30 p.m. Youth Group Hangout at Keller’s. Saturday, July 9: 7 a.m. Men’s Prayer Breakfast. Sunday, July 10: 9 a.m. Worship Team 1 Practice; 10 a.m. Worship service; 6:45 p.m. UCC Softball game. Tuesday, July 12: 8 a.m. Sweet Hour of Prayer; 6:30 p.m. Leadership Team meeting; 6:30 p.m. Little Lambs Committee meeting. UNITED METHODIST, GLENHILLS PARISH Marybeth Scow, pastor Emerald UMC: 8:30 a.m. Worship with Sunday school. Glenwood City UMC: 9:45 a.m. Worship with Sunday school. Downing UMC: 11 a.m. Worship with Sunday school. WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, ELCA, 447 180th St., Osceola, Rexford D. Brandt, pastor Wednesday, July 6: 9 a.m. Men’s Work Day Group. Sunday, July 10: 9 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion; 10 a.m. Coffee Fellowship. WORD OF LIFE FELLOWSHIP, Clear Lake Patricia and Harlen Wienke, pastors Sunday: 10 a.m. Worship. Tuesday: 9 a.m. Healing Rooms by appointment. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Adult Bible Study.

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William “Bill” D. Braatz

William “Bill” Dale Braatz age 67, of Amery, Wisconsin passed away on Tuesday, June 28, 2016 at Regions Hospital in St. Paul, Minnesota. Bill was born on August 14, 1948 to Orley and Avenell Braatz in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin. After graduating from Beaver Dam High School he attended the University of Wisconsin-River Falls and then the Madison Area Technical College and received a degree in Land Surveying. On August 4, 1973 he married Paulette Steuernagel. They lived in Beaver Dam and Bill worked as a corrections officer in Waupun. In 1985 they moved to Amery, Wisconsin and he continued working in corrections in New Richmond and then Black River Falls. He retired in 1998. In his free time he enjoyed hunting, fishing but his true passion was polka music and his German heritage. Time spent with granddaughter McKenzie was always very special. William is survived by his loving wife, Paulette; a son, Eric; a daughter, Ariannah; a granddaughter, McKenzie; a sister, Carol (Roland) Bittner. He is preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Ken. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 2, 2016 at the Williamson-White Funeral Home with Pastor Eric Christensen officiating. Visitation was from 4 to 6 p.m. on Friday, July 1st at the Williamson-White Funeral Home, 222 Harriman Avenue North Amery, Wisconsin and for one hour prior to the service on Saturday. Burial will be held at a later date. To view an online guest book and video tribute please visit www.williamsonwhite.com. Arrangements were entrusted to the Williamson -White Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Amery.

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IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Jeannette C. Hansen Date of death: 05/25/2016 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth 07/18/1919 and date of death 05/25/2016 was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 215 Birch St., Amery, WI 54001. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is October 14, 2016. 5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500. Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar June 30, 2016 Patricia Ann Carlson PO Box 214 Osceola, WI 54020 715-294-2911

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Cecelia M. Lieffring DOD: April 12, 2016 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth November 5, 1914 and date of death April 12, 2016 was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 138 2nd Street NW, Clear Lake, WI 54005. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is October 10, 2016. 5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500. Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar June 22, 2016 Brian D. Byrnes Byrnes Law Office, LLC 314 Keller Avenue North Amery, WI 54001 (715) 268-5000 Bar Number 1032419

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WISTAX Facts: Property tax falling as share of income Final property tax figures for 2015-16 show that all units of government (municipalities, schools, counties, technical colleges, etc.) levied $10.62 billion last December (payable in 2016), a 2.3% increase over December 2014 levies. After all state credits are applied, net levies totaled $9.45 billion, a 1.4% increase. This year, net property tax levies claimed 3.6% of personal income, the smallest percentage since 194546. State-imposed property tax limits, state “buydowns” of property taxes, and increased state credits explain the decline since 1994. The state has imposed revenue limits on schools since 1993-94 and on technical colleges since 2014-15. It has imposed levy limits on municipalities and counties since 2005-06. These limits were tightened beginning in 2011-12. In 1997, the state increased school aids about $1 billion, which reduced school levies more than 16% due to revenue limits. It used $406 million to buy down technical college levies in 2014-15. To ease the property tax burden, state tax dollars are used to fund various credits on property tax bills. Currently, state taxes and lottery revenues fund three credits totaling $1.17 billion. Since 2005-09, tax-funded credits have increased $533 million, or 114%. The 201517 state budget added $105.6 million to them to reduce 2015-16 tax bills.

Town of Clear Lake

The Regular meeting of the Town of Clear Lake will be held at the Town Hall on Monday, June 13, 2016, at 7:00 p.m. AGENDA: 1. Meeting called to order 2. Reading and approval of last meeting’s minutes 3. Treasurer’s Report 4. Chairman’s Report 5. Approve payment of monthly bills 6. Ordinance Commission Report 7. Old Business: None 8. New Business: LP Pre-buy 9. Road Maintenance 10. Adjourned Janelle Johnson, Town Clerk WNAXLP

TOWN OF ALDEN Public Hearing with Monthly Town Meeting to Follow Thursday, July 14, 2016 7:00 p.m. at the ALDEN TOWN HALL 183 155th St. Star Prairie, WI 54026

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On July 14, 2016, the Alden Town Board will hold a public hearing at 7:15 pm at the Alden Town Hall in Star Prairie, Wisconsin on adopting county zoning and the Chapter 10 Polk County Zoning Ordinance.

BIDS WANTED Town of Clear Lake for New Hall and Shop

The Town of Alden is currently under county zoning, but the town needs to adopt the new ordinance to remain under county zoning. The adoption of county zoning will affect all the properties located outside of the shoreland areas in the Town of Alden. All of these properties will be rezoned accordingly to the new zoning districts based on existing land use and the future land use in the Comprehensive Plan.

Hall 30x40 and Shop 56x100 2 SEPARATE BIDS: Cement Work and Construction Work

A copy of the Chapter 10 Polk County Zoning Ordinance and map of the property affected by county zoning are accessible in the Polk County Zoning Office, 100 Polk County Plaza Suite 130, Balsam Lake, WI 54810 and on the County website at: http://www.co.polk.wi.us/.

Bids due July 11, 2016, 7:30 p.m. at town hall. Call 715.246.0507 today for Auto, Home, Life and Business.

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All interested parties have a right to either support or oppose the request(s) by appearing in person at time of hearing or by writing a letter to the Town of Alden. If we do not receive a response, it will be regarded as a "no objection". For any questions regarding this hearing you may WNAXLP call the Town Hall, at (715) 248-7859.

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LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Case No. 15- CV-289 Case Code: 30404 Bremer Bank, National Association 8555 Eagle Point Boulevard Lake Elmo, MN 55042 Plaintiff, vs. Robert S. Borgstrom 1295 South Shore Court Amery, WI 54001 Beverly A. Borgstrom 1295 South Shore Court Amery, WI 54001 United States of America c/o U.S. Attorney’s Office 222 West Washington Avenue, Suite 700 Madison, WI 53703 Wisconsin Department of Revenue c/o Wisconsin Attorney General’s Office 114 East Main Street Madison, WI 53702 Defendants. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of an Order for Judgment and Judgment of Foreclosure Sale entered on January 8, 2016 in the amount of $100,829.99, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: August 2, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: Pursuant to said judgment, 10% of the successful bid must be paid to the sheriff at the sale in cash, cashier’s check or certified funds, payable to the clerk of the courts (personal checks cannot and will not be accepted). The balance of the successful bid must be paid to the clerk of the courts in cash, cashier’s check or certified funds no later than ten (10) days after the court’s confirmation of the sale or else the 10% down payment is forfeited to the plaintiff. The property is sold “as is” and subject to all liens and encumbrances. PLACE: Front entrance of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main Street, Suite 900, Balsam Lake, WI 54810

DESCRIPTION: That certain parcel of land or tract of real estate being part of Lots 15 and 16 of Ragna's Addition to Sand Beach Park in Government Lot 3 in the SW 1/4 of Section 25, Township (33) North, Range Seventeen (17) West, Town of Lincoln, Polk County, Wisconsin, more fully described as follows: Beginning at the Southeast corner of said Lot 16, thence with the South line of said Lot 16 North 86° 27' West a distance of 35.0 feet to the center of a driveway as now travelled; thence North 00° 10' East a distance of 481.0 feet; thence North 9° 41' East a distance of 128.6 feet to a point on the shore of Lake Wapogasset; thence on a meander line along the South shore of said Lake South 63° 30' East a distance of 157.0 feet; thence South 13° 24' West a distance of 555.0 feet to the point of beginning, including all land lying between the above-mentioned meander line and Lake Wapogasset, together with an easement for travel over the strip of land 15 feet in width lying immediately West of and parallel with the South 400 feet of the above-described parcel. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1295 South Shore Court, Amery, Wisconsin 54001 Dated: 6/22/2016 /s/ Peter Johnson Peter Johnson Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin Document drafted by: Messerli & Kramer P.A. Attorneys for Plaintiff 100 South Fifth Street 1400 Fifth Street Towers Minneapolis, MN 55402 Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (15 U.S.C. Section 1692), we are required to state that we are attempting to collect a debt on our client's behalf and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose.

VOTING BY ABSENTEE BALLOT Partisan Primary Election August 9, 2016

Any qualified elector who is unable or unwilling to appear at the polling place on Election Day may request to vote an absentee ballot. A qualified elector is any U.S. citizen, who will be 18 years of age or older on Election Day, who has resided in the ward or municipality where he or she wishes to vote for at least 28 consecutive days before the election. The elector must also be registered in order to receive an absentee ballot. Proof of identification must be provided before an absentee ballot may be issued. You must make a request for an absentee ballot in writing. Contact your municipal clerk and request that an application for an absentee ballot be sent to you for the primary or election or both. You may also submit a written request in the form of a letter. Your written request must list your voting address within the municipality where you wish to vote, the address where the absentee ballot should be sent, if different, and your signature. You may make application for an absentee ballot by mail or in person. Making application to receive an absentee ballot by mail The deadline for making application to receive an absentee by mail is: 5 pm on the fifth day before the election, August 4. Note: Special absentee voting application provisions apply to electors who are indefinitely confined to home or a care facility, in the military, hospitalized, or serving as a sequestered juror. If this applies to you, contact the municipal clerk regarding deadlines for requesting and submitting an absentee ballot. Voting an absentee ballot in person You may also request and vote an absentee ballot in the clerk's office or other specified location during the days and hours specified for casting an absentee ballot in person.

CITY OF AMERY Fran Duncanson, Clerk 120 Center St. Amery, WI 54001 Phone 715-268-7486 In person absentee voting by appointment during specified hours Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

TOWN OF BLACK BROOK Sally Pickard, Clerk 858 60th Ave. Amery, WI 54001 Phone 715-268-2926 In person absentee voting by appointment during specified hours Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-7 p.m.

TOWN OF ALDEN Judy Demulling, Clerk 183 155th St. Star Prairie, WI 54026 Phone 715-248-7859 715-755-3140 In person absentee voting by appointment during specified hours Tues.-Thurs. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

TOWN OF CLAYTON Tracy LaBlanc, Clerk 164 70th Ave. Clayton, WI 54004 Phone 715-948-2564 In person absentee voting by appointment during specified hours Mon.-Fri. 8:15 a.m.-2 p.m.

TOWN OF APPLE RIVER Fritz Coulter, Deputy Clerk 612 US Hwy. 8 Amery, WI 54001 Phone 715-268-4896 In person absentee voting by appointment during specified hours Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

TOWN OF CLEAR LAKE Janelle Johnson, Clerk 209 50th Ave. Clayton, WI 54004 Phone 715-948-2189 In person absentee voting by appointment during specified hours Mon., Wed., Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Tues., Thurs. 2-6 p.m.

TOWN OF BEAVER Wendy Coleman, Clerk 1541 Cty. Hwy. T Turtle Lake, WI 54889 Phone 715-986-4725 In person absentee voting will take place Wednesday 5-7 p.m. or by appointment

TOWN OF GARFIELD Sue Knutson, Clerk 690 Minneapolis St. Amery, WI 54001 Phone 715-268-4414 In person absentee voting by appointment during specified hours Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

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TOWN OF LINCOLN Stephanie Marciniak, Clerk 661 85th St. Amery, WI 54001 Phone 715-268-4747 In-person absentee voting will take place Tuesdays & Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and by appointment Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. TOWN OF VANCE CREEK Marge Marlett, Clerk 16 - 4 1/2 Ave. Clayton, WI 54004 Phone 715-948-2670 Glennis Lynch, Deputy Clerk 715-455-1432 In person absentee voting by appointment during specified hours Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. VILLAGE OF CLAYTON Bob Kazmierski, Clerk PO Box 63 Clayton, WI 54004 Phone 715-948-2460 In person absentee voting during all office hours Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. VILLAGE OF CLEAR LAKE Al Bannink, Clerk 350 4th Ave. Clear Lake, WI 54005 Phone 715-263-2157 In person absentee voting during all office hours

The first day to vote an absentee ballot in the clerk’s office is: July 25, 2016 The last day to vote an absentee ballot in the clerk's office: August 5, 2016 No in-person absentee voting may occur on a weekend or legal holiday. The municipal clerk will deliver voted ballots returned on or before Election Day to the proper polling place or counting location before the polls close on August 9, 2016. Any ballots received after the polls close will be counted by the board of canvassers if postmarked by Election Day and received no later than 4:00 p.m. on the Friday following the election.

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Statewide mussel survey underway

Species once commercially important now recognized for ecosystem importance MADISON - The first statewide survey for freshwater mussels in 40 years in Wisconsin gets underway this month as conservation biologists scan streambeds for aquatic animals once sought-after for buttons and pearls and now recognized as critical cogs in aquatic ecosystems and indicators of those systems’ health. “While native mussel populations in some Wisconsin streams have been surveyed, for the most part there is very limited information,” says Jesse Weinzinger, the Department of Natural Resources conservation biologist coordinating the survey and conducting it at dozens of sites. “This survey will help us understand population trends, threats and species distribution statewide and will give resource managers information that can help them more effectively conserve some of our most globally important and imperiled species.” Mussels and clams are part of a larger group of aquatic animals known as “bivalves” for their two external shells. Our native mussels must have a host species, like a fish, to

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DNR natural heritage conservation staffer Jason Brabant identifies native mussels during surveys on the Manitowish River earlier this month.

complete their life cycle, while clams and invasive zebra mussels do not. The focus of these surveys will be on native mussels, not the invasive ones. Freshwater mussels are one of the most imperiled groups of animals on the planet, with 70 percent of

consin were used to make buttons, until plastic buttons replaced them. After that era, mussels from the Upper Mississippi River because a mainstay of Japan’s cultured pearl industry. Mussel shells collected from the river were shipped to Japan where they were cut up and turned into the seed from which pearls were cultured until overharvest of mussels on the Upper Mississippi River lead

the world’s mussel species declining. In Wisconsin, more than half of the 51 native mussel species are endangered, threatened or listed as species of concern, Weinzinger says. Mussels declined in the 20th century due to factors including water pollution, dams that blocked the flowing water mussels need, and overharvesting. From the 1880s to the 1940s, mussels in Wis-

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to closing the commercial harvest of mussels, according to Lisie Kitchel, a DNR conservation biologist who works on mussel conservation. Now, mussel populations are increasing in some of these waters again, thanks to protections afforded by the state and federal endangered species acts, to improved water quality since the 1972 Clean Water Act started controlling wastewater discharges to streams and rivers, and to efforts by DNR, the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, dam owners and other partners to save mussels stranded from reservoir drawdowns and to propagate mussels at the federal Genoa Fish Hatchery for release back into state waters. 42-plus sites, same survey methods look for Wisconsin’s “underwater tractors” The statewide survey this summer is funded through a U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service grant received by the DNR Natural Heritage Conservation Program and will use the same standardized methods, Weinzinger says. The previous statewide survey in the 1970s used methods that varied by location, making it harder to compare results across locations

and over time. Weinzinger and other conservation biologists will visit at least two stream sites per major watershed, collecting data from a minimum of 42 and up to 70 sites this summer. Using wetsuits and snorkeling gear, they’ll zig-zag through the streams, scanning the streambeds visually and searching the stream bottom to uncover any mussels that have buried themselves. They’ll count and identify species, noting any juveniles that indicate producing populations. In the future the program hopes to involve volunteer citizen monitors in helping to conduct the surveys. The survey results will give DNR and partners a good platform from which to assess mussel population trends and to address needs in specific watersheds as well as to judge stream health overall. By measuring mussels and mussel habitat relationships, models can be developed to predict potential changes in mussel communities associated with predicted changes in habitat. “Mussels are a great indicator of stream health,” Weinzinger says. Mussels also play many important roles in ecosystems: They serve as freshwater filters, removing sediment and nutrients that can fuel algae blooms, as well as pesticides and heavy metals like mercury that can build up in fish and wildlife and the people who eat them. They move by using their “foot,” just like a snail, that tills up the stream bottom, incorporating more oxygen into that substrate and stirring up nutrients for the other aquatic creatures that form the base of the food chain. As well, mussels provide food for many animals, including muskrats, otters, raccoon, ducks, wading birds and fish, and habitat for caddisflies and mayflies that are food for fish. “The more I learned about mussels, the more fascinated I become,” says Weinzinger, a wildlife biologist who started specializing in mussels in graduate school.

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Team of local gymnasts compete at National meet in Orlando Premier Complex Gymnastics is sending 7 girls to the National meet in Orlando Florida this week. They will compete at the ESPN sports center against gymnasts from all over the nation. The girls went from competing rules from the Wisconsin State High School League to competing the rules of the USA gymnastics book. They are quite different and required changing skill bases and routines. Most of the gymnasts are multi-sport athletes that were training 2 or 3 sports during the spring time to get to this meet. All the gymnasts qualified to this meet in Galesville, Wisconsin in April. This has been an exciting spring watching these gymnasts advance their skills to get to this point. Competing for Premier and the home state of Wisconsin are Siri Yu-

has, Amery, Brenna Schwartz, Glenwood City, Payton Fuller, Somerset, Lexi Griffin, Amery, Addie Dietrich, Amery, Marlee Dietrich, Amery and Kirsten Keppen, Turtle Lake. The top level of gymnastics competition is the Elite category, after Elite is level 10 and then 9 etc. Premier is competing one level 9, one level 8 and five gymnasts as level 7’s in this meet. AAU offers a scholarship opportunity for gymnasts that compete through their senior year and also offers keynote speakers at their national meets. Good luck to all of the young ladies competing in this event and a special thank you to their parents that support them in their dreams and goals.

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Front Row: Lyla Stone. Middle Row: Payton Fuller, Ajahnei Twyman, Brenna Schwartz, Siri Yuhas. Back Row: Lexi Griffin, Ella Williamson, Marlee Dietrich, Rachel Sanftner, Adrianna Dietrich, Kirstan Keppen. Missing from photo: Sara Gilbertson

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MADISON - In 2016, 25 sharp-tailed grouse harvest permits have been made available for Game Management Unit 8 in northwestern Wisconsin. Those interested in hunting sharptailed grouse in Unit 8 must submit an application before midnight Aug. 1 to enter the permit drawing - applications cost $3. Hunters are encouraged to carefully review the zone map and submit an application for Unit 8 only. Permit availability decisions are made on an annual basis and incorporate sharp-tailed grouse survey data, past permit levels, and success rates. Applications are available online at gowild.wi.gov or at any of the more than 1,000 Go Wild license sales locations. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources’ Sharp-tailed Grouse Advisory Committee, made up of department staff and key stakeholders, is hopeful that the sharp-tailed grouse population will continue to respond positively to habitat management efforts in Wisconsin. Conservative har-

vest permit availability is aimed at providing an opportunity to pursue the species sustainably. “We have a very dedicated group of sharp-tailed grouse hunters in Wisconsin,” said Mark Witecha, DNR upland wildlife ecologist. “This limited season should provide those grouse enthusiasts with a chance to pursue the species while not impacting the longterm sustainability of the population.” In northwestern Wisconsin, sharptailed grouse are found primarily in association with large blocks of barrens habitat on public lands. Wisconsin’s Sharp-tailed Grouse Management Plan provides framework to combine habitat development for barrens-dependent wildlife species with working forests, with a goal to expand the suitable habitat for sharp-tails and reconnect isolated populations wherever possible. Barrens habitat in northwestern Wisconsin is recognized internationally as a key conservation opportunity area. Sharp-tails are a popular game bird species, and also well known for dramatic breeding displays. The birds attract many visitors to the northwestern part of the state each year. “Biologists will continue to assess the status of our sharp-tailed grouse population on an annual basis,” said Witecha. “We would like to thank those who remain passionate about Wisconsin’s strong and historic tradition of sharp-tailed grouse hunting, and wish all hunters who successfully draw a permit the best of luck in the field.” For more information, visit dnr. wi.gov and search keywords “sharptailed grouse.”

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COOKING WORLD Tidbit: Music gives a soul to life, wings to the mind, flight to the Carolyn Lumsden imagination, and life to everything. (Plato – philosopher) 715-483-9738 Gelatin never loses its popularity. This recipe is a make ahead of time needed, looks and tastes just as good. GELATIN BERRY SQUARES Mix together and press into a 9x13” baking pan: 2 c. honey graham cracker crumbs 1/4 c. sugar 1/2 c. melted butter Beat together until well blended: 1-1/2 pkg. (8 oz. ea.) cream cheese, softened 1/4 c. sugar Add and fold together: 1-1/2 frozen whipped topping, thawed Put this onto the crust. Spread on top: 1-1/2 c. fresh blueberries 1-1/2 c. fresh strawberry slices Combine in bowl and stir until gelatin is dissolved: 3/4 c. boiling water 1 pkg. (3 oz.) strawberry flavored gelatin Add and stir until dissolved: 3/4 c. ice cubes Pour the cooled gelatin over the berries and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until firm. When ready to serve, cut into squares and put onto a serving plate. Serves up to 20 depending on size.

Make this pie ahead for a delicious dessert. Have a prepared graham cracker crust ready. NO-BAKE PEACH PIE Beat together until well blended: 4 oz. cream cheese, softened (from 8 oz. pkg.) 1/3 c. powdered sugar 2 T. milk Gently fold in: 1-1/2 c. frozen whipped topping, thawed Peel 2 peaches, take out the pits and slice 3 slices and set aside. Wrap the slices in plastic or dip into lemon so they don’t discolor. Chop the rest of the peaches and fold into the cream cheese/topping mixture. Put into the graham cracker crust. Refrigerate pie until firm. Heat in microwave until melted: 2 T. raspberry jelly Drizzle over the pie. When ready to serve, put fresh raspberries around the whole pie on the outside by the crust (about 1 c. needed) and add the 3 peach slices in the center to garnish. Tip: if you don’t have fresh peaches, drain 1 can (15 oz.) sliced canned peaches and use instead. Save the juice for a smoothie, add to gelatin, etc.

This pasta is colorful, good tasting with extra nutrition, too. Prepare the vegetables before starting so you can add at the right time. COLORFUL PASTA TOSS In large saucepan, cook according to directions, without salt, adding veg. a bit later: 1/2 pound fettuccine pasta In the last 3 minutes of cooking time, add: 1 c. green beans, cut into smaller pieces 1 carrot, cut into smaller match-stick slices In the last 2 minutes of cooking time, add to the above: 1/2 pound trimmed asparagus, cut into smaller slices While the above is cooking, heat on medium high, in a large skillet: 3 T. zesty Italian dressing Add and cook until crisp tender, stirring occasionally: 1/2 c. chopped onions Stir in, on medium low heat, for 5-6 minutes or until slightly thickened: 1 c. chicken broth (fat-free, reduced sodium) Add and cook 2-3 minutes or until hot: 1 c. halved cherry tomatoes – red or yellow or combo of them Drain the pasta mixture and add to the skillet. Toss to mix. Put into bowl and top with 2 T. grated parmesan cheese. Serves 3-4. Here is another quick pasta meal. Add your favorite Franks. PASTA, FRANKS AND BROCCOLI MEAL Cook according to directions, but omit the salt: 3 c. medium pasta shells Add the last 4 minutes of cooking time: 3 c. broccoli florets Drain the mixture. Heat in large skillet on medium heat: 2 T. olive oil Stir in and cook 2 minutes: 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/8 tsp. crushed red pepper Add and stir to combine: 4 Franks, sliced into pieces (your favorite hot dogs) Add the drained pasta and cook 3 minutes or until all is heated through, stirring frequently. Top with 2 T. shredded parmesan cheese just before serving. Serves 4-6.

Fresh tomatoes are coming in gardens and already in stores. This colorful and delicious salad will be enjoyed by almost everyone. You’ll make it again and again. TOMATO SALAD Arrange on a platter, tray or large dish: 1 pound sliced tomatoes, red, yellow or combo of them 1/4-1/2 c. slivered Vidalia onions 4 oz. Feta cheese chunks (or your favorite cheese) Combine in blender and blend until smooth, then drizzle over the mixture: 1/4 c. zesty Italian Dressing 2 T. water 1/2 c. fresh basil leaves 1/4 c. fresh parsley leaves Serves 3-4. Hint: Use larger tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, pear tomatoes, grape tomatoes, etc. for color and size. Any tomato will be fine and shapes and colors will make the tomato salad more attractive. This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled according to amount of people you want to serve. Tip: Who said potato salad has to have only a few ingredients? Add any fresh veggies or combos such as celery, onion, peas, beans, bell peppers, radishes, cherry, grape, pear tomatoes, etc. or olives, hard cooked eggs, cheese etc. for more color, taste and nutrition.

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Senator Harsdorf Receives Wisconsin Counties Association’s “Outstanding Legislator Award” State Senator Sheila Harsdorf (R- River Falls) was honored recently by the Wisconsin Counties Association (WCA) with a “WCA Outstanding Legislator Award” for her work on behalf of county government during the 2015-2016 Legislative Session. “As a member of many committees, Senator Harsdorf has been a real supporter of county concerns,” said WCA Executive Director Mark D. O’Connell. “We would like to specifical-

ly mention her support of staffing grants and the strip search bill.” The “WCA Outstanding Legislator Award” is handed out biennially to a select group of legislators who have represented county interests in both the legislature and in their districts. These legislators have demonstrated leadership for counties on key issues, legislation and the state budget. O’Connell continued, “Senator Harsdorf understands

county matters and has continued to be a tremendous leader on county issues in her role as senator. We are proud to present her with this ‘WCA Outstanding Legislator Award’ and look forward to working with her in the years ahead.” WCA represents the interests of county government both on the state and federal levels and is located in Madison, Wisconsin. For more information, visit www.wicounties.org.

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Many activities available at the Community Center I hope everyone had a fun and safe July 4th weekend! Summer is now in full swing and we have so many fun activities coming up at the Center. Our next vendor event will take place on Saturday August 27th from 9am-1pm. The cost for table rentals is $5 for members of the Community Center and $25 for non-members. Please contact us at 715-268-6605 if you are interested and would like a registration form. We’ve got a fun time in store for you at our next birthday party on August 11th at 11:30. Dress in your best western attire for our Western Hoe-Down! Dick Armbruster will provide the music, a delicious meal will be served and there will be over $100 in door prizes for those who dress up. The cost for members is $6 and for guests-$7. Sign up to reserve your spot by August 8th. Learn soft exercises and selected forms of Tai Chi to improve your balance, flexibility and health. “Meditation in Motion” is designed for people of all ages and physical abilities who want to improve their quality of life. The instructor is Roger Mussell and the classes will be held on July 5, 12, 19 and 26 from 3pm-4pm. The fee is $20 for the 4 sessions payable to the Amery Area Community Center.

Join the Stamp N’ Scrappers and be part of a fun group. They meet on the first and third Tuesdays at 5:30pm. You can bring your own supplies or use the Centers’. There is no charge for members, unless you want to do a Make-NTake project. Just stop in and see what we have to offer. Arm knitting is a new craze that you will love! You don’t need to be a knitter, but if you are, it will be familiar right away. Yarn will be provided. The date for this class is August 9th at 6pm and the cost is $22 for the class and yarn. You must be a member of the Amery Community Center and the deadline to register and pay is August 2nd. Tuesday pool winners were Gary Snelling in first, Mary Fisher took second, Jim Webb placed third, and Gene Pribnow took home fourth. Thursday pool winners were Gary Snelling in first, Carl Johnson in second, Wendell Anderson in third and Mary Fisher in fourth place. Wednesday bridge winners were Bev Kjeseth in first, Sydney Lund in second, Paula Schmid placed third, and Joyce Egan came in fourth. Congratulations to all! Have a safe and wonderful week…..Susan Shachtman, Assistant Director

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By: Larry Phillipson ©6-4-2016 His name is Rick Gates, he heads the V.A. in Balsam Lake. I've been around quite a while I know, he is the best administrator, a genuine pro. Until I met Rick I was a sorry vet, I got wounded on Iwo Jima, no compensation yet. For sixty years I couldn't go to a movie, couldn't hear, I walked in a world of silence, it was hard to bear. I have perforated ear drums, but hearing aids help, still I have a hard time hearing, turn up your hearing aids they yelp. I enlisted in the Marine Corps, I'm glad that I did, happy to help Uncle Sam and put in my bid. I am one of a handful left from Iwo Jima isle, two years ago there were sixty nine left on file. Soon I'll be the last and stand alone, the last of twenty thousand, everyone of us gone. Seventy some years ago, seems like yesterday, no gas or tires for the Model A. I enlisted in the Marine, it was the right decision, Rick Gates put it all together for the correct inquisition. Larry Phillipson is a poet laureate of Amery, Wisconsin

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COLLEGE ACCOLADES, ACADEMIC HONORS UW-Green Bay academic honors

Named to Spring Semester 2016 Deans List at U of M Crookston CROOKSTON, MN (06/29/2016)-- Students named to the spring semester 2016 Deans List were recently announced by the Office of the Registrar at the University of Minnesota Crookston. Management student William Cross, Turtle Lake, WI, (54889) was named to the spring semester 2016 Deans List at the U of M Crookston. To qualify for a place on the Deans List, students must complete 12 or more letter-graded (A-F) credits while attaining a 3.66 grade point average. The Crookston campus is the online leader in the University of Minnesota system and the only campus providing every full-time student with a laptop computer.

UW-Platteville announces Dean’s List PLATTEVILLE, Wis. (June 27, 2016) -The University of Wisconsin-Platteville announces its Dean’s List, honoring those full-time students who earned high honors in their respective colleges in the spring 2016 semester. Students from this area on the Dean’s List include: Osceola, WI Erin Geddes, Chemistry, Osceola High School

Students Graduate From St. Olaf College NORTHFIELD, Minn. (June 27, 2016) - The following local students recently graduated from St. Olaf College. Dresser, WI Jeremiah Gatlin, Political Science, Environmental Studies , Osceola High School, Osceola WI, Son of Angela Hughes Luck, WI Julie Franzel, Art History , Luck High School, Luck WI, Daughter of James and Carol Franzel

Minnesota State Mankato announces 2016 Spring /Semester Dean’s List The Academic High Honor and Honor lists (Dean’s lists) for the past spring semester at Minnesota State University, Mankato have been announced by Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs Marilyn Wells. Among 2,989 students, a total of 745 students qualified for the High Honor List by achieving a 4.0 straight “A” average, while 2,242 students earned a 3.5 to 3.99 average to qualify for the Honor List. Dresser, WI Audrey Davies, Senior, Honor List Sophia Davies, Sophomore, Honor List Jessica Johnson, Senior, High Honor List Osceola, WI Michael Gaglio, Junior, Honor List Saint Croix Falls, WI Sydney Geisness, Senior, High Honor List

Named to Dean’s List at St. Thomas Jessica Erspamer of Amery has been named to the dean’s honor list for the spring semester at the University of St. Thomas. To be on the Dean’s Honor List a student needs to attain a grade point average of 3.50 or higher at the end of a semester.

PTCC Honor Students Announced PINE CITY, Minn. (June 29, 2016) - Pine Technical & Community College is pleased to announce the spring 2016 honor students. Full-time students who have received a 4.0 GPA for spring semester are included on the President’s List. Full-time students who earn a GPA of 3.0-3.9 are included on the Dean’s List. Parttime students who are enrolled in 6-11 credits and have maintained a GPA of 3.5 are named to the Notable Achievement List. Balsam Lake, WI Megan Jansen, Dean’s List Centuria, WI Camille Bevens, Dean’s List Clear Lake, WI Brady Hoglund, Dean’s List Dresser, WI Catherine Mackenzie, Dean’s List Frederic, WI Jena Coyour, Notable Achievement Chad Splittstoesser, Dean’s List Ruth Taylor, Dean’s List Saint Croix Falls, WI Deon Maassen, Dean’s List

UW Oshkosh announces Dean’s List, Honor Roll for spring 2016 OSHKOSH, Wis. (June 29, 2016) - University of Wisconsin Oshkosh officials have announced the names of students who qualified for the University Dean’s List and Honor Roll in the spring 2016 semester. To qualify for the Honor Roll, a student must take at least 12 credits and earn a grade-point average (GPA) of at least 3.3 (out of a possible 4.0, or “all As”). Those with a GPA of 3.75 or higher qualify for the Dean’s List. Amery, WI Jarica Roos, Dean’s List Clear Lake, WI Mary Wienke, Dean’s List Frederic, WI Jeremy Kwolek, Dean’s List Star Prairie, WI Ella Durand, Dean’s List

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GREEN BAY, WI (June 27, 2016) - The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay has made public the names of students receiving academic honors for the spring 2016 semester. Students who earn a 4.0 grade point average receive highest honors. Those earning 3.99 to 3.75 receive high honors and students earning 3.74 to 3.50 receive honors. Amery, WI Brendan Leehe, Semester Honors Clayton, WI Jennifer Pederson, Semester High Honors Clear Lake, WI Madison Brusletten, Semester Highest Honors Osceola, WI Hanna Mierow, Semester High Honors, Polk Abbie Otlo, Semester Honors, Polk

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Area Students receive degrees from UW-River Falls RIVER FALLS, Wis. - The following local residents were among 798 students to receive degrees during spring commencement at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls in May. Bachelor’s degrees were awarded to 668 undergraduates while 130 students received master’s degrees. Area students are listed below by hometown, degree, major and honors (if any). Amery, WI Ryan Leach, Bachelor of Science, Conservation Katherine Lincicum, Master of Science, Agricultural Education Tatiana McGurran-Meinen, Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education Nathan Overby, Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Engineering Technology Balsam Lake, WI Alexandra Davison, Bachelor of Science, English Connor MacKinnon, Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Engineering Technology Kaitlyn MacKinnon, Bachelor of Science, Communication Studies Clear Lake, WI Kacey Paulson, Master of Science in Education, Elementary Education Madeline Smith, Bachelor of Science, Biology Cushing, WI Jason Klous, Master of Business Administration, Brenna Loen, Bachelor of Science, Dairy Science Connor Nelson, Bachelor of Science, Theatre Arts Frederic, WI Mathew Swenson, Bachelor of Science, Psychology Luck, WI Jade Baerg, Bachelor of Science, Animal Science Aj Walsh-Brenizer, Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Engineering Technology Osceola, WI Donald Carufel, Bachelor of Science, Accounting Lydia Reardon, Bachelor of Science, Economics Saint Croix Falls, WI Penny Austad, Bachelor of Science, Business Administration Jenna Rae Christensen, Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education David Hudson, Bachelor of Science, Accounting, Cum Laude Star Prairie, WI Jessica Goff, Bachelor of Science, Marketing Communications

UW-Stevens Point spring graduates STEVENS POINT, Wis. - The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point conferred degrees on more than 1,400 graduates during the university’s spring commencement ceremonies on May 21, 2016. Amery, WI Anna J Goodrum, BS – Bachelor of Science, Dietetics Balsam Lake, WI Katherine A Ebensperger, BS – Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering, Paper Science And Engineering Luck, WI Logan B Hacker, BS – Bachelor of Science, Fisheries And Water Resources Tyler N Petersen, BS – Bachelor of Science, Natural Science-Life Science Osceola, WI Lindsay M Liljenberg, BS – Bachelor of Science, Psychology Saint Croix Falls, WI Miranda E Doolittle, MSEE - Master’S Degree-Elementary Education, Tanya M Holm, AUD - Doctor Of Audiology Degree, William E Martin, BS – Bachelor of Science, Forest Mgmt, Cum Laude Star Prairie, WI Rylie J Berger, BS – Bachelor of Science, Early Childhood Education, Magna Cum Laude Bailey I Matthys, BS – Bachelor of Science, Resource Mgmt-Land Use Planning, Cum Laude

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New Addition to the ADRC Transportation Program! Greetings from the ADRC of Northwest Wisconsin! The ADRC is excited to roll out a new addition to our transportation program focusing on a major transportation need in our communities—transportation for grocery shopping, getting to the Post Office, going to the local farmers’ market, enjoying a night out at the local music in the park event and other essential errands! This new van is wheelchair accessible and can accommodate 3-5 individuals per trip. We have scheduled trips for each town/area in Polk and Burnett Counties in addition to some special events to various places like the Barron Fam-

ers’ Market and the Polk County Fair. This van is available to aging and disabled, Polk and Burnett County residents who live out in the community! This program is affordable to all with a co-pay of $1/ trip payable at the time of service. We have trips scheduled, drivers set and the van fueled and ready to go--now we need your help to get the word out to the community and individuals who need it most! The attached flyer includes information about the program, please post where others can see and/or forward on to others who may benefit. To find out when the van will be available in your area call the ADRC at 877-485-

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Riverbend Senior Living Earns 2016 Bronze National Quality Award Amery, WI- Riverbend Senior Living has been recognized as a 2016 recipient of the Bronze – Commitment to Quality Award for its dedication to improving the lives of residents through quality care. The award is the first of three distinctions possible through the National Quality Award Program, presented by the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL), the leading association for long term and post-acute care. The program honors providers across the nation that have demonstrated their commitment to improving quality of care for seniors and persons with disabilities. “It’s an honor to be recognized for the hard work and quality of care our team provides every day. We were one of four facilities in the United States to be recognized this year as a recipient of the Bronze Quality Award and couldn’t be more excited to share the great news!” said Melissa McArdle, Administrator of Riverbend Senior Living. “We are committed to providing high-quality, person-centered care to our residents and their families. We will never stop improving.” Implemented by AHCA/NCAL in 1996, the National Quality Award Program is centered on the core values and criteria of the Baldrige Performance Excellence Program, which is the foundation of the metric-based AHCA/NCAL Quality Initiative. The program assists providers of long term and post-acute

care services in achieving their performance excellence goals. The program has three levels: Bronze, Silver, and Gold. Providers begin the quality improvement process at the Bronze level, where they develop an organizational profile with essential performance elements such as vision and mission statements and an assessment of customers’ expectations. Bronze applicants must also demonstrate their ability to implement a performance improvement system. Trained Examiners review each Bronze application to determine if the center has met the demands of the criteria. As a recipient of the Bronze - Commitment to Quality Award, Riverbend Senior Living may now move forward in developing approaches and achieving performance levels that meet the criteria required for the Silver - Achievement in Quality Award. “I applaud the women and men of Riverbend Senior Living for their commitment to improve quality care,” said the AHCA/NCAL National Quality Award Board of Overseers Chair Christine Boldt. “This award is the first step in a program that serves as an essential guide to performance excellence. I encourage Riverbend Senior Living to continue their quality journey.” The awards will be presented during AHCA/NCAL’s 67th Annual Convention and Exposition in Nashville, Tennessee, October 16-19, 2016.

UW-Extension Hosts Business Tax Seminar

visit the transportation section of our website at www.adrcnwwi.org . BALSAM LAKE - The UW-Extension Polk County is partnering with the Wisconsin Department Diana Alfuth of Revenue (DOR) to present a free Business Tax Seminar for Horticulture new and existing businesses on Educator Monday, July 11, 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. The Business Tax Seminar will be held at the Polk County Government Center in Balsam Lake. Knowledgeable DOR tax specialists will teach participants about business tax registration, electronic filing with My Tax Account (MTA), withholding, and sales and use taxes. Business tax incentives and resources provided by DOR will also be highlighted. Registration is required for the free workshop. To register, contact Mary Pardee at the UW-Extension Polk County office at mary.pardee@ces.uwex.edu or call 715-485-8608.

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Polk County FSA Acreage Reporting Dates for 2016 (Balsam Lake, Wisconsin) – June 29, 2016 - Polk County USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) Executive Director, Aaron Moore announced that producers who file accuUSDA United States rate and timely reports Department for all crops and land of Agriculture uses, including failed acreage can prevent Aaron Moore the potential loss of FSA program benefits. Please pay close attention to the acreage reporting dates below for 2016. “In order to comply with FSA program eligibility requirements, all producers are encouraged to visit the Polk County FSA office to file an accurate crop certification report by the applicable deadline," said Moore. The following acreage reporting dates are applicable for Polk County: •July 15, 2016: All Spring-Seeded Crops, Forage Seeding, Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) acres •August 15, 2016: Cabbage •September 30, 2016: All Value-Loss Crops (except nursery) •November 15, 2016: Perennial Forage, Fall Mint, Fall-Seeded Small Grains, Pasture, Rangeland, and Forest •January 17, 2017: Perennial fruits

including but not limited to: apples, pears, blueberries, cherries and grapes The following exceptions apply to the above acreage reporting dates: •If the crop has not been planted by the above acreage reporting date, then the acreage must be reported no later than 15 calendar days after planting is completed. •If a producer acquires additional acreage after the above acreage reporting date, then the acreage must be reported no later than 30 calendars days after purchase or acquiring the lease. Appropriate documentation must be provided to the county office. •If a perennial forage crop is reported with the intended use of “cover only,” “green manure,” “left standing,” or “seed” then the acreage must be reported by July 15th. According to Moore, Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) policy holders should note that the acreage reporting date for NAP covered crops is the earlier of the dates listed above or 15 calendar days before grazing or harvesting of the crop begins. For questions regarding crop certification and crop loss reports, please contact the Polk County FSA office at 715-485-3138.

AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY Summer reading The library’s summer reading program, Mad Science of Minnesota— Phantastic Physics, July 7 at 10:30 a.m.; Perler Beads (for teens), July 7 at 3:30 p.m.; Library Olympics, July 11 at 1:30 p.m.; Lego Robotics with Mr. Carlson, July 12 at 3:30 p.m.; Wonder Weavers Storytelling and Puppets, July 14 at 10:30 a.m.; and, Search and Rescue Dog Demonstration with Chuck Hoppe, July 16 at 10:30 a.m. The complete summer reading program is available at www. amerylibrary.org or at the library. Preschool storytime Preschool story time is held every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. Interactive stories, songs and crafts are geared toward children aged 2-5 and a caregiver. 1,000 books before kindergarten and Baby book bees Start your children on the path to loving books and reading right from birth. These two reading initiatives offer a chance for families to bond and ensure school readiness by reading books and

completing various activities. Each program offers prizes at different levels. Teen advisory board Open to 12-18 year olds, the Teen Advisory Board meets on the first Friday of each month, 3:45 p.m.—5:15 p.m., to plan events, talk about books and more. Adult coloring Color your way to calm. Last Tuesday of the month at 5 p.m. Supplies provided. Book discussion group The Friends of the Library Book Discussion Group meets on the third Monday of the month at 1:30 p.m. to discuss general fiction and literature. The book for July is Anita Diamant’s The Boston Girl. Tech help program Have questions about using your computer, tablet, or mobile device? Need some help with Microsoft Word or Excel? During the summer, the library offers tech help on Mondays through Thursdays, 4 p.m.—7 p.m. Help with basic computer skills is offered on Fridays, 10 a.m.—12 p.m. Book sales

The Friends of the Library Book Sale is held on the first Saturday of the month, 9 a.m.—2 p.m., and on the Thursday evening prior to the Saturday sale, 4 p.m.—7 p.m. Friends The Friends of the Amery Area Public Library Foundation meets on the third Monday of the month at 4:30 p.m. Meetings are open to all members and to the public. E-books and e-audiobooks Your MORE library card gives you access to the Overdrive collection of e-books, e-audiobooks, streaming videos, and digital magazines; and the Freading collection of e-books. Check out the website Check out the library website at www.amerylibrary.org, or find us on Facebook at facebook. com/amerylibrary. Hours Library hours are Monday through Thursday 9 a.m.—7 p.m., Friday 9 a.m.—6 p.m., and Saturday 9 a.m.—2 p.m.

SELF HELP GROUPS Advance Directive Workshop. Who would make your healthcare decisions in the event you are unable to? How would this person know what decisions you would want made? Learn more about Advance Directives and how to complete them. Free Advance Directive Workshop will be held the first Wednesday of the month from 10-11 a.m. Wisconsin and Minnesota Advance Directives will be available. Call St. Croix Regional Medical Education Services at 715-483-0431 or 800642-1336 ext. 2431 to register. Alanon/Alateen (for family and friends of alcoholics) meets Thursday nights 7-8 p.m. at First Lutheran church, Amery. 715-268-8362. Alanon/ADCH/Alateen meets every Thursday 5:30 p.m. at Clear Lake Community Center, VFW Room 122/123. Children and youth welcome. Open meeting every 5th Tuesday of the month. Renee 715-948-2249, Richard 715-554-7277, Teresa 612-636-3244. Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Monday 7 p.m., Wednesday 10 a.m., 7 p.m., Thursday 7 p.m., Friday 8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m., Sunday 7 p.m. at Amery Community Center, 608 Harriman Ave. S. 715-781-4380 Jason. Alchololics Anonymous (AA) Tuesdays 7 p.m. and Fridays 5:30 p.m. (open) at Clear Lake Community Center, VFW Rooms 122/123. Children and youth welcome on Fridays. Richard 715-554-7277, Teresa 612-636-3244. Alcoholics Anonymous meets Thursdays 10 a.m. at Parkview Methodist church, Turtle Lake. Contact Mike 715-986-2457. Alzheimer’s Support Group. First Wednesday of the month 10 a.m. at Amery Senior Center. Last Tuesday of month 1 p.m. at Good Sam Nursing Home. Sharlene Bellefaille 715-635-6601. Baby & Me. Weekly play and discussion hour for parents and their infants (birth to 12 months). Wednesdays 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Amery Regional Medical Center, BirthDay Suites Waiting Room. Join at any time. No charge.

Breast Feeding Support Group. All nursing mothers and babies are invited to participate. Group meets the second Thursday of the month from 10-11:30 a.m. and the fourth Thursday of the month from 6:30-8 p.m. at St. Croix Regional Medical Center. An International Board Certified Lactation Consultant will facilitate the group. Call 715-483-0431 or 800-642-1336 ext. 2431. No charge. C.H.A.D.D. (Children with Attention Deficit Disorder). Parent support group meets the fourth Monday of each month at Firstar Bank board room, Cumberland, 7 p.m. For info. call Pat Skinner at 715-822-8422 and leave message. Caregiver Support Group meets the third Tuesday of every month from 2-3:30 p.m. at the Peace Lutheran Church in Dresser. Contact Barb at ADRC of NW WI at 877-485-2372 for more information. Compassionate Friends, Tri- County Chapter meets the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. First Lutheran church, Clear Lake. This group offers support and understanding to families who are grieving the death of a child of any age, from any cause. For more information call 715-263-2739 Domestic Violence (DV) and Sexual Assault (SA) Support Groups and Services. Polk County - domestic violence (DV), sexual assault (SA) and the children’s group are every Monday (DV) and Tuesday (SA) beginning at 6 p.m. Call CRA to find out more info and for the location. Burnett County call CRA for info (the day and time will be changing). For more information call CRA 715-825-4414 or the 24 hour crisis line 1-800-261-7233. All groups and services are free of charge. Early Stage Alzheimer Support Group. For the diagnosed person and their caregiver. Challenges in early-stage dementia will be discussed, along with therapeutic benefits of family involvement. Sponsored in part by the Amnerican Alzheimer’s Association. Meetings are free of charge and open to the public, held at the Amery Centennial Hall the first Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m. Call 715-268-6605 to register. Epilepsy Foundation of Western Wisconsin. Call 1-800-924-2105.

Family Child Care Professonals Network. Meets the third Thursday of each month. Contact Beth Neely at 715-483-1482 for more information. All family child care providers are welcome. Farm Crisis. Information on financial, mental health, legal, job retraining resources. Call 1-800-942-2474. Golden Age Manor Family Council meets the first Saturday at 10 a.m. on the sunporch at GAM. Grief Share. Have you lost someone close? Grief Share is a Christian based, non-denominational seminar/support group program that will be meeting at Centennial Hall in Amery every Monday at 1 p.m. For information call Bruce 715-268-2176 or 715-268-8360. Head Injury Support Group. Closed head injury, stroke, aneurism or traumatic brain injury which affects your daily living? Learn to cope with your disabilities, provide insight and camaraderie. Second Friday of each month 2-3:30 p.m. Frederic Public Library. Contact Julie Martin 715-327-4474. Moms in Prayer International. •Two or more women who meet regularly to pray for their children, their schools, their teachers and administrators. •Mothers, grandmothers or anyone who is willing to pray for a specific child and school. We meet at the First Baptist church, Amery, Mondays from 1:30-2:30 p.m. Contact Jen at 715-268-5408 with questions. MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) is a group for moms and their kids. Every mom who is pregnant or has children 5 years of age and under is welcomed, accepted, and challenged to meet her potential. Better moms make a better world! For more info go to clmops@hotmail.com and call 715-263-2665 for location/dates/ time. NA meetings. There’s hope. Every Saturday 6 p.m. St. Croix Casino & Hotel, Turtle Lake. Room 121. Everyone welcome to attend. Info call Pat at 715-553-2859. Polk County Parent-To-Parent Coaliton, a network for parents of children from birth through adulthood who have disabilities or other special needs. For more information about meetings and advocacy support, contact Lynne 715-472-2002.

PREGNANT. Need help? Our tests and help are free and confidential. 715-755-BABY (2229). Osceola Life Care Center. Student Assistance Program is for students in the Amery school district who may be having personal or family problems. Strict confidentiality is followed except in cases of danger to self or others. Call 715-2680303 for middle school S.A.P. members or 715-2680214 for high school S.A.P. members. TEENS—Talk before you run. Trained counselors will listen. 1-800-491-8336 or 715-235-8882. TEENCARE. Where teens get help fast. 1-800-4918336. TOPS Club meets Thursdays 8-9 a.m. Our Savior’s Lutheran church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. Bonnie Timm 715-268-2980. TOPS Club meets Tuesdays 3:30-5 p.m. at the Balsam Lake Municipal Building (under the water tower), Balsam Lake. Contact Nancy 715-646-1464 or just come to a meeting. TOP’s mission is to support our members as they take off and keep off pounds sensibly. Tutors: Free tutors are available to anyone who would like help studying for GED, English as a Second Language (ESL), or with basic skills in reading or math. Call 715-405-7323 to be matched with a local tutor. Veteran’s Support Group. 1st Tuesday monthly 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Amery VFW, 130 Wisconsin Ave. Spouses/significant other also welcome and encouraged to attend. Contact Dan 715-768-0679, Amanda 715-429-0467 or Dianna 715-607-1898. Sponsored by Amery VFW Post 7929 and American Legion Post 169. Western Wisconsin LYME Education and Support Group meets: fourth Thursday of the month (April through October) at 7 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. (No meetings November through March). Meetings are free of charge and open to the public. For info call Ann 715-268-2856, Paula 715-268-2035, Bonnie 715-268-9557, Sue 715268-6687. Women’s Spiritual Growth Group meets each Thursday from 7-8 p.m. at 931 Pine St., St. Croix Falls..

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Pat and Marissa: a Kinship featured friendship When Pat first met Marissa, she was a shy, reserved 11-year-old. Soon after they matched, they found their niche in trying new restaurants, attempting to eat out in each town in Polk and Burnett counties. Marissa had her favorite foods to order, and Pat tried to help her branch out a bit and try new things. Marissa tried (and liked) pie for the first time with Pat! In the six years that they have been matched, they have tried a variety of things. They enjoyed baking Christmas cookies together- a tradition they carried through most of their match, they picked out fabric and made quilts, went to Valley Fair, and did simple things like run errands together. “Neither of us are very athletic,” Pat told me, but they found ways to enjoy activity outside together as well, a favorite being swinging at DD Kennedy. Over time Marissa has opened up more and has gained confidence. “It is wonderful that Pat took time out of her life for Marissa. She has been another person to help her open up- another person to support her,” commented

Marissa (left) enjoys some time with her kinship mentor Pat Anderson at Ellie’s in Amery.

Marissa’s mom. Marissa graduated from high school this year! As life changes, the dynamics of a match does as well. Pat has no interest in cutting ties with Marissa, but rather has told her that their match is now a friendship between two adults. After 20 years of mentoring, Pat is hanging up her hat as a Kinship mentor. However, her love for young people and mentoring has not faded. She continues to champion Kinship of Polk County, exemplifying the very heart of the program: the belief that lives matter

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and investing in another’s life can produce exponential benefits, for that person as well as one self. Initially, Pat looked into mentoring as a way to volunteer in her community. She had always enjoyed working with young people and appreciated the flexible schedule mentoring offered. Additionally, she had some experience with mentoring in the corporate world through her job and really liked helping people bring out the best in themselves. She jumped in with both feet, and over the years has been matched with four girls, the most recent

being Marissa. Reminiscing, she smiled and recounted that the dynamics of every match were so different. Pat commented that the differences were challenging at times, but interesting and the relationships very rewarding. She learned a lot in her years of mentoringabout relationships and people as well as experiences with young girls whose personalities were very different from one another. The differences delighted Pat and she was able to experience and learn a wide variety of things with them. That is part of the beauty of it all, really, getting to know and experience life from a variety of perspectives. At times different viewpoints or personalities can cause a little discomfort or perhaps uncertainty- but there is such a rich treasure to be had in that as well. If you would like more information about how you can be involved in Kinship of Polk County, please contact the office at 715-405-3900 or visit Kinship’s website at www.polkkinship.org.

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POLK COUNTY SENIOR DINING MEAL SITES Everyone age 60 plus is invited for lunch. Meals are served Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Check your site for specific serving time. Suggested donation is $4 per meal. Please call the meal site 24 hours in advance for a reservation. Amery 715-268-6818. Centuria 715-540-2022. Frederic 715-327-8623. Luck 715-472-8300. Monday, July 11— Beef stir fry, fluffy white rice, chow mein noodles, bread stick, banana. Tuesday, July 12— Roast turkey, creamed potatoes, mixed vegetables, WW dinner roll, fruit. Sites closed on Wednesday. Thursday, July 14— Seasoned pork chop, cheesy macaroni, garden peas, WW bread, peach crisp. Friday, July 15— Chicken wild rice casserole, sliced beets, corn, pineapple tidbits.

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Wisconsin Veterans Encouraged to Apply for Harley Davidson Motorcycle For the second time ever, Hogs for Heroes is now accepting applications to gift a new Harley- Davidson to an injured Wisconsin Veteran rider needing the healing power of the road. Hogs for Heroes is a Wisconsin nonproNit dedicated to healing the mental and physical wounds suffered by our Wisconsin Veterans during the course of active duty, through the therapeutic benefits of owning and riding a Harley Davidson motorcycle. The application period for Wisconsin veterans opened June 26, 2016 and runs through August 6, 2016. Veterans should learn more about eligibility and

the application process at www.hogsforheroeswi.org. â€œThrough continuing fundraisers, bike nights and everyday Wisconsinites donating their time and money, we are beyond excited to be able to once again accept applications and award our second Harley Davidson to an injured Wisconsin Veteran Hero,â€? said Kevin Thompson, Hogs for Heroes President and Founder. â€œAll along, itâ€™s been our goal to award one bike at a time and recognize one hero at a time. We gave away our first bike on May 4, 2016 to Wisconsin Hero Scott Kruchten of Sun Prairie and itâ€™s

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BIRTHS Amery Hospital & Clinic Brahm David Roemhild, 7 lbs. 2 ozs., born on May 31 to Casey Leisz and Nathan Roemhild, Turtle Lake. April Ann Perkins, 8 lbs. 6 ozs., born on June 1 to Nicole and Nicholas Perkins, Clayton. Sawyer Elizabeth Tulgren, 7 lbs. 7 ozs., born on June 4 to Sarah Nachtwey and Matthew Tulgren, Amery. Abel Peter Bauermeister, 7 lbs. 3 ozs., born on June 15 to Kelly and Tyhler Bauermeister, Amery. Addison Anne Yager, 7 lbs. 1 oz., born on June 23 to Alisson Burns and Andrew Yager, Prairie Farm. Moira Julianne Picton, 9 lbs. 6 ozs., born on June 27 to Zoe and Matthew Picton, Frederic. Briana Nicole Groszewski, 6 lbs. 2 ozs., born on June 28 to Ashley Barney and David Groszewski, Luck.

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Audra Thompson, along with his brother and sister in law, Craig and Michelle Thompson, with the belief that there is a long-standing tie between our military, its service members and the therapeutic benefits of motorcycling for our Veteran riders struggling with their transition after injury and service. Fundraising is underway for the next Harley Davidson for a Wisconsin Veteran and donations can be made online on the Hogs for Heroes website. Additional information on the organization, as well as all application materials, can also be found on the site at www.hogsforheroeswi.org.

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Part 5: Upper St. Croix: Gordon Dam to Riverside Landing this summer, I haven’t made many side trips yet and this stream looked inviting. I didn’t get far, though, beThe following is part of a series of columns from lofore another rocky ledge forced me to turn back. cal writer Kyle Weaver, as he shares his experience For the first time in this journey, I took a short porpaddling the entire St. Croix National Scenic Rivertage around an obstacle that was allegedly navigable. way during the summer of 2016. I got out to scout the second chute of the Coppermine Since beginning this kayaking trip, I have begun Dam (S148.5, or thereabout) but didn’t like what I saw. checking the water levels of the St. Croix and NamekaBesides, I had hit enough rocks for one day. All the gon rivers, compulsively, almost daily. same, the area around this ancient logging dam is The St. Croix National Scenic Riverway’s portion of worth viewing and pondering for a few moments. the National Park Service website (www.nps.gov/sacn) After considering two other campsites upstream, I offers river goers a solid preview of what to expect on stopped for the night at Schoen Park Landing (S142.8). I its River Conditions pages. Within those pages (a genalmost settled for another campsite one-tenth of a mile eral page, plus a more detailed one for each river) there upstream from said landing, but a short are links to the actual U.S. Geological hike to the landing revealed an abundance Survey and Army Corps of Engineers of pre-cut pine firewood, already stacked gauges that show current water levels, beside the fire ring. Call it a sign. flow volumes and water temperatures. Instead of packing my tent/ground pad/ My inner nerd finds the charts and data sleeping bag combo, I brought my hamon these sites fascinating. My obvious mock with its bug netting and rain fly. It’s (again, almost compulsive) desire to not a smaller set-up to pack, but there is one be surprised by anything finds them esthing a hammock does for you that a tent sential to my success. will not: it allows wind to blow underneath These pages are why when, sometime you while you sleep. I shivered most of the shortly before the June 11-12 weekend, night and didn’t sleep well, wishing I had I knew immediately that a rainstorm at least brought my sleeping bag. Another had rolled through the upper watershed lesson learned. somewhere, causing enough of a water The next morning, cold and eager to be level spike to give me a chance to paddle moving again, I hit the water early. The Upper St. Croix. And so, I temporarily morning was filled with small rapids and shelved plans for another Namekagon riffles, all leading up to the Big Fish Trap excursion and instead headed toward Rapids, which I had no trouble navigating, Gordon, Wis. though one wave crashed over my boat’s Prior to shoving off, though, I needed Gordon Dam swimmers: Swimmers cool off below the Gordon Dam at the headwaters of the to get the Sans Souci II back in service. St. Croix River. The hydroelectric dam holds back the St. Croix Flowage and is the official start side and gave me a good soaking. As a slight rain began to threaten, I I left early that morning and headed to of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway. Photo by Kyle Weaver stopped at the confluence of the NamekaHayward, Wis., to retrieve a new set of gon River. I will be here again, but seeing it foot pegs, which Dagger Kayaks graciously supplied under warranty and the owner of guides. The guide for that stretch says “avoid the right” for the first time seemed significant enough that I had Hayward Outfitters showed me how to install, all free of the rocky rapids upstream from Scott Bridge. I end- to snap a couple pictures. Some sprinkles began falling as I passed Big Island of charge. “They’re just not supposed to break,” I was ed up getting quite stuck in those rocks. I managed to told. I smiled when I heard that and made sure my get loose safely, I and my boat no worse for the wear, and finished up the final four miles, arriving at Riverside and my vehicle a little after lunch time. brother-in-law heard about it, too. A couple of screws but I will definitely stay to river left next time. Until next time, I’ll see you on the water. Once loose, I took a short breather at Scott Bridge turned and we were in business again. With shuttle support, once again, from my father, I (mile marker S153.4 on Riverway Map 4) to recover --Kyle Weaver is a freelance journalist and outdoorsstashed my vehicle at Riverside Landing, with a plan and to get a photo of the offending rocks, then paddled upstream for a bit on the Moose River, which joins the man who lives in the St. Croix River Valley. He can be to cover the Riverway’s first 23.3 miles. If the first miles of the Namekagon River resemble a St. Croix there. With 220 miles of paddling planned for reached at swsman28@yahoo.com. BY KYLE WEAVER, CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Kayak Discovery course offered UW-Barron County is offering Kayak Discovery for Beginners where you will learn the basics of this fun and growing water sport. During this 2 hour session you will learn: how to get in and out of a kayak, basic paddling techniques, how to choose the right equipment and more. Class is offered Wednesday, July 20 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Participants will meet at Orchard Beach Landing on the south end of Rice Lake. Kayaks will be provided by the instructor or participants can bring their own kayak. Students must provide their own life vest and should be 14 years or older. Class size is limited and the course fee is $29. Mike McLin, instructor, is an outdoor sports enthusiast who has been teaching kayak lessons for 15 years. He is the owner and operator of Grinders Sports Shop in Rice Lake. For in-depth course information or to register and pay online, visit: ce.uwc.edu/barron/catalog or call Doug Edwardsen in the UW-BC Continuing Education department at 715-234-8176, ext. 5403, or email doug.edwardsen@uwc.edu.

sandy beach, the first miles of the St. Croix below Gordon Dam must certainly be compared to a war-torn asphalt highway. The river bottom in that stretch is a craggy, jagged mess of hard rock that, were it an actual highway, one would have difficulty mustering the necessary ankle support to walk along. I was glad for every drop of water that fell the week before which kept the Sans Souci II afloat. I only had to disembark once and didn’t go far before I was paddling again, watching fat blue crawfish bob along the rocks underneath me. About a mile-and-a-half below the dam, I learned a valuable lesson about heeding the advice of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway’s published paddling

Details announced for Great Lakes Wolf Summit Senator Tom Tiffany (R-Hazelhurst) and Representative Adam Jarchow (R-Balsam Lake) have announced additional details for the Great Lakes Wolf Summit. The event will be held Thursday, September 15 at the Das Lach Haus in Cumberland from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. “After receiving a great response following our announcement of the Great Lakes Wolf Summit, we are pleased to announce the event will take place on Thursday, September 15th in Cumberland, WI. This location gives

great opportunity for individuals from Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Northern Michigan to attend the summit and discuss the wolf population. We’ve been in contact with numerous individuals from across the country and hope to announce speakers and attendees soon. Our goal remains to have a policy driven discussion about the situation at hand. We look forward to hearing from experts in the field.” Registration will begin July 20th. Registration details will be announced soon.

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The Kindling Box The wooden box for kindling, a key feature in the kitchen next to the cooking stove, often looked like the box in the photograph. We had a gas range Growing up always and a wood burning in Amery unit on the side, providing heat for the kitchen Loren Elkin and with a tea kettle on it for hot water. This is our box that we had at two or three of the homes we rented. It’s not really for large wood but for kindling. Larger chunks were stacked nearby, and finely split pine and bark occupied a box like this. Simply made, sturdy, and worn along the edges from years of use, it signified that the homeowner was prepared to start a fire. Dad brought home kindling from Andersen’s Window Factory where he worked, the fine pine dry wood smelling great, conforting. The large wood, short chunks of wood, came from a variety of sources. Sometimes we’d burn coal in the woodstove, coal kept in its own metal pail. Mom or Dad dumped a healthy dose into the burning wood coals just before bedtime. They often did this on

nights that were extra cold, below zero nights. One time I recall, and I admit, the behavior of a dorky early teen. Mom and Dad left in the morning to drive somewhere, and Mom gave me specific instructions to keep wood in the fire so it wouldn’t go out. They came home and found the fire had gone out; looking at me, this fellow could say was that it stayed warm in the house and I saw no reason to add wood. A confession, and I’m not proud of what I did/ didn’t do. But I learned from that and next time did a better job. At my mom’s Larson home farm there was a kindling box and a larger box for the wood, and I noticed that at a number of other farm homes. This box has been saved and brought home to central Wisconsin, but now as we pare down for the new home in Port Edwards, we might have to say goodbye to it. The photos taken this afternoon will have to take the place of actually owning it. Pictures will stir memories of the comfortable wood stove that kept our kitchen toasty warm. Receiving emails about Marie Halverson and will include them in the next column. Email me please about anything: elkfarm@wctc.net

Register by Sept. 1 for disabled deer hunter’s sponsored hunt program MADISONEligible hunters with an interest in participating in the 2016 gun deer hunt for hunters with disabilities are encouraged to contact a land sponsor and sign up for a hunt before the Sept. 1 hunter participation deadline. As of the June 1 sponsor application deadline, 75 landowners have enrolled nearly 77,000 acres of land across 42 counties for this year's hunt, which takes place October 1-9. For a complete list of 2016 sponsors, visit dnr.wi.gov and search keywords "disabled deer hunt." "We are thrilled with the number of sponsors that are willing to provide opportunities for our hunters," said DNR assistant big game ecologist Derek Johnson. "Giving hunters access to 77,000 acres of land is instrumental in making

this unique opportunity a success and continuing Wisconsin's deer hunting traditions." Hunters or assistants should contact sponsors directly to sign up for a hunt. Interested hunters must provide their name, contact information, and DNR customer ID number. To be eligible, hunters must possess a valid Class A, Class B long-term permit that allows shooting from a vehicle, or Class C or D disabled

hunting permit. Eligible hunters must possess a gun deer license. It is important for hunters to note that some properties are able to accommodate more hunters than others. Smaller properties may only support the minimum number of hunters (three), so hunters are advised to contact potential sponsors as early as possible to determine if space is available.

Sponsors provide opportunities for hunters with disabilities to enjoy the outdoors. Photo courtesy of the Wisconsin DNR.

Every month should be dairy month in Wisconsin BY BEN BRANCEL, DATCP SECRETARY

MADISON – In June we all celebrate dairy with farm tours, dairy breakfasts, signs and special menus. Even though dairy month ended when we flipped our calendars to July, we should continue to appreciate the many contributions of Wisconsin’s dairy farms throughout the year. The dairy industry in Wisconsin has good news to tell. Our state is home to more dairy farms than any other state. With about 9,500 dairy farms, Wisconsin has more than 20% of the nation’s herds. We have farms that focus on grazing, produce organic milk, sell at farmers markets or take advantage of robotic technology. While our dairy farms are all shapes and sizes, about 96% of them are family-owned. These farms are not only producing high quality milk, they are also making a huge impact on our state’s economy, $43.4 billion strong. These dollars circulate through local communities, supporting schools, businesses and safety services. More than 78,000 people in the state work in jobs related to the dairy industry. It is no secret to anyone in the dairy busi-

ness that times are challenging for our farmers. Current prices are about 40% lower than a couple of years ago, leaving little to no room for profit. A lack of income doesn’t change the labor and expenses that farmers need to put into their farms to get the job done. While dairy farmers have experienced these highs and lows in the market before, it doesn’t make it any easier. So what can we do to best support our dairy farmers? Buy Wisconsin dairy. Wisconsin milk not only fills up your glass at dinner, but it is also used to make our favorite foods like cheese, butter, ice cream and yogurt. Wisconsin’s dairy processing is second to none. Wisconsin produces more than 600 types, styles and varieties of cheese. Governor Walker and the staff at the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection work with our universities and ag organizations on quality, food safety and marketing. It is clear Wisconsin is number one when you look at the hardware; Wisconsin took home more than 38% of the awards at the 2016 World Championship Cheese Contest. I am optimistic for the future of Wisconsin’s

dairy industry. Our universities continue to develop programming in dairy science and food science. When traveling internationally to countries like China and Mexico, they are interested in our technology and products. The Governor and I will continue to work diligently to maintain and build our relationships with trading partners around the world. I know it’s hard out there right now for farmers. I was a dairy farmer myself during the farm crisis of the 1980’s. If I was a betting man, I would say there are stronger years ahead for Wisconsin’s dairy farmers. Until then, I have faith in the resilience of our dairy farm community to manage through these times. I am confident our dairy processors will continue to innovate to make the products our consumers demand. Wisconsin dairy is a brand we can all be proud of. Dairy means more to Wisconsin’s economy than citrus does to Florida or potatoes do to Idaho. We should all recognize Wisconsin as America’s Dairyland, not only in June, but all year round.

WISCONSIN INTERSTATE PARK, ST. CROIX FALLS

Naturalist Programs at Wisconsin Interstate Park Weekly Programs Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays Family Fun! Drop-in activities between 1:00 - 2:30 PM at the Beach House at Lake O' the Dalles. Thursdays Nature Storytime, 10:00 AM. A story and activity chosen especially for children pre-K through Kindergarten and their parents. Check at the park office upon arrival for the program location within the park. Friday, July 8 The Secrets of Eagle Peak, 3:00 PM at the Eagle Peak Trail sign in the Pines Group Camp. Discover many secrets of the Peak and enjoy a beautiful view of the St. Croix River Valley. See the nest of our resident pair of bald eagles and perhaps glimpse this year's eaglets. Saturday, July 9 State Symbol Memory Game, 2:00 PM at the Ice Age Center. Join the fun with a game of memory - Wisconsin style. Match the symbols and discover everything from our state flag to our state dog.

Pondering the Potholes and Other Glacial Wonders, 4:00 - 5:00 PM at the river overlook on the Pothole Trail. Visit with the naturalist to learn about the makings of Interstate Park's natural wonders. Universe in the Park, 9:00 PM at the Ice Age Center. An outreach program of the Space Astronomy Lab and the Department of Astronomy, University of Wisconsin - Madison. A special Universe in the Park presentation indoors will be followed by a star-gazing session with the aid of a telescope (weather permitting). The indoor program will be held rain or shine. Learn the latest discoveries and puzzles of our universe! Interstate Park is located in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin, on WI Hwy 35 just ½-mile south of Hwy 8. The programs are free of charge, but a Wisconsin State park sticker is required to enter the park. For more information call Julie or Barb at 715-483-3747, visit www.wiparks.net or become a friend on Facebook at Friends of WI Interstate State Park.

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Plenty of activities during Wanderoos 49th Annual Celebration

Newly crowned royalty Jeff and Lisa Martinson were Grand Marshals of the annual parade

AMERY WOMEN’S GOLF LEAGUE 18 Hole League

RESULTS FOR JUNE 29 A Flight— Low gross: Sheryl Forshier 86 Low net: Judy Collier, Gloria Lansin 72 Low putts: Sheryl Forshier 29 Game of the day: Tracy Anderson B Flight— Low gross: Karen Smith 104 Low net: Sue Tracy 73 Low putts: Sue Tracy 31 Game of the day: Ione Gjerde C Flight— Low gross: Daryl Beadle 114 Low net: Vi Nelson 67 Low putts: Vi Nelson 32 Game of the day: Vi Nelson Chip ins: Gloria Lansin #17 Birdies: Sheryl Forshier #2, Daryl Beadle #15, Tracy Anderson #17

9 Hole League RESULTS FOR JUNE 29 A Flight— Low gross: Katie Schanon 41 Low net: Gwen Wold 41 Low putts: Katie Schanon 14 B Flight— Low gross: Sid Jones 54 Low net: Julie Schanon 36 Low putts: Julie Schanon 14 C Flight— Low gross: Melinda Peterson 57 Low net: Jill Olson 39 Low putts: Ore Schock and Sherri Berg 19 Winner of Game of the day: Gwen Wold, Sally Christenson and Melinda Peterson

Polk County Platbooks are available at the Amery Free Press

CLEAR LAKE WOMEN’S GOLF Results from June 28 League play A Flight— Low gross: Barb Roy 47 Low net: Rachel Hansen 32 Low putts: Karrie Drinkman 15 Game: Diane Schradle, Lori Larson and Barb Roy B Flight— Low gross: Pam Rheingans 51 Low net: Lori Peterson 31 Low putts: Darlene Emerson, Diane Lauritsen and Denise Severson 16 Game: Denise Severson C Flight— Low gross: Maggie Johnston 55 Low net: Jan Bergren 30 Low putts: Mary Schradle Mau 16 Game: Julie Schultz D Flight— Low gross: Monica Eggert 57 Low net: Marianne Lillie 27 Low putts: Gretchen Demulling 13 Game: Gretchen Demulling and Marie Bannink Chips: Cindy Johnson and Marianne Lillie Birdies: Darlene Emerson, Mary Smith, Marianne Lillie and Gretchen Demulling

Amery VFW lead the parade

Team Standings Goof Balls ..................... 15 7 Brothers ..................... 15 Rowdy Rebels............... 15 Chipper Chicks............ 12 Golf Bags....................... 12

Happy Hookers.......................12 Wild Whackers.........................9 Sharks .......................................6 Backwoods Hackers................3 Slice Girls ..................................3

Sawdust pile attracted youth

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Horseshoe tournament is always a highlight

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GENERAL LABOR F&A Dairy Products, Inc. is taking applications for part-time employment.

ClearClear Lake, Lake, Wisconsin Wisconsin

Great Work Schedule Weekdays M, T, W, F 4 p.m.-10 p.m.

AFP advanced foodfood products, llc. ishas North leading AFP advanced products an America's opening for co-pack manufacturer preferred by business partners in food and beverage who interact with aseptically packed cheese Full-Time Maintenance Controls Technician sauce, puddings and beverages.

Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Starting wage $9.50/hr. Apply in person at

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We currently have two openings: Apply Online at 2nd shift Production Supervisor www.afpllc.com and k on Careers, Click on the openings at the Clear Lake Pla

Production Supervisor 3rd Shift

tenance Technicians function in a general plant maintenance capac Apply Online at incian position requires a thorough understanding of industri 212 State Rd 35 S, Dresser WI, 54009 www.afpllc.com e 480v to 4 -20 ma control, PLCs, adjustable frequency controlle 715-755-3485 on Careers, Click on the openings at the Lake Plant em re andClick pressure controllers. This position willClear have a heavy C programming, troubleshooting repair ofthe PLC’s/Controls. The successful candidate will and accomplish organizations strategic objectives by maintaining production efficiencies, We are looking only the best! and identimanaging available resources,for improving processes, ments High necessary School Diploma, Technical Degree in Con fyinginclude and advising improvements. surate work experience, solid work history, and outstanding ref MAJOR DUTIES AND irements include abilityRESPONSIBILITIES: to lift 50 lbs repeatedly, ability to reach • Promote a high level of safety stand/walk, and twist/bend continuously. •Oversee Production process •Strive to meet established quality standards th Application Deadline is March 30 •Ensure that production meets production standards on a daily basis •Provides direction and training toACCEPTED assigned employees to enAPPLICATIONS sure that they are fully trained for their jobs, and are accountONLINE ONLY able for their work We are seeking multiple positions on our staff No applications will be on issued/accepted in persondowntime •Effectively solves problems the line to minimize and expedite the work due to new positions created. 0.7 NOC Shift Nurse. MUSTemployee be able issues to work shifts between hours of •Brings to the attention of thethe Superintendent Full time PM Aide. Part Time NOC Shift Aide. a.m. – 6such p.m. through Friday •Request6resources asMonday quality assurance, maintenance and We are also interested in those who may want to including weekends, needed. quality control for problem solvingifand keeping Superintendent informed work a partial shift (4-8p). Equal Oppwithin ortunitythe Emdepartment, ployer •Initiates strong leadership fostering an A great opportunity for students and full time workers who want a job environment of respect on the side! If you really care about giving back to our elderly in a clean •Make recommendations on process or quality improvements and open atmosphere, please contact us- you are who we are looking for! •Moves through the entire facility in a proactive, helpful manner Competitive wages, health benefits, and employee parties are just a few to ensure processes are aligned and functioning at expected of the ways we make working with us worthwhile! levels •Provides on time, reliable data to Superintendent on quality, To find out more, please contact Stefanie Holmberg downtime, rework, and equipment problems at 715-268-8171 or stop in to pick up an application. •Ensures that there is a smooth transition from shift to shift

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Packaging Jack Links is Department now hiring for 2nd Shift: Tuesday-Friday the following positions. 10 Hour 3rd Days: 3:30 p.m.-2:00 a.m. • Sanitation Shift

• Processing …Friday, Saturday,office: Sunday Apply today at our corporate Week-End Schedule ONE SNACK LANE, MINONG, WI or callSafety HumanAnd Resources 715-466-6690 • Food QualityatSupervisor for more information • Food Safety And Quality Lab Technicians Jack Link’s Beef Jerky is an equal opportunity employer Apply today at our corporate ofﬁM/F/DIV ce: One Snack Food EEO/AA Employer Lane, Minong, WI. or call Human Resources Director, 715-466-6690 for more info. Jack Link’s Beef jerky is an equal opportunity employer. EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V

SAFETY: Participate in the plant safety initiatives Promote and maintain excellent safety record QUALITY: Abide by and assure the compliance of Plant HACCP Program Participate in facility inspections Assure compliance of all internal and external audits Assist in the implementation of Quality Action Plan Maintain State Regulatory Compliance Reduce product condemns ADMINISTRATIVE: Prepare and analyze daily and monthly production efficiency reports Administer Union Contract Follow through with written disciplinary actions Approve and Verify Employee's Labor Hours EDUCATION/TRAINING: Previous work experience in a Lead or Supervisor capacity Ability to understand and initiate change Understanding of cost based management Must be a self-starter with the ability to accept and facilitate direction Strong mechanical abilities to troubleshoot minor machine maintenance Computer literate, with knowledge in Microsoft Excel and Word Strong verbal and technical writing skills required Familiar with Safety based organizational structure Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Management, or related field preferred Knowledge of Food Manufacturing/Processing and Sanitation, Aseptic processing preferred Previous experience in a Union environment preferred We offer a very competitive wage and benefits package, including immediate enrollment in medical/dental benefits and 401K on the first day of employment. Starting pay is commensurate with experience. Application Deadline is July 15th

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Maintenance Mechanic 1st shift

Brake Press Operator 2 nd and 3 rd shift K-Tek WI, a precision metal specialty manufacturing company is currently seeking qualified Brake Operator. Successful candidate will have maunfactureing experience and highly beneficial to have experience operating a brake press. Duties will include operating a brake press, perform quality control inspections, read and interpret blue prints and other duties as assigned. This position requires basic math and reading skills. Compensation will be commensurate with direct related experience. Great opportunity to work for a growth-oriented employer. Qualified applicants should forward a resume to: K-Tek WI Attn: April Miller 750 Vandeberg St Baldwin, WI 54002 Via Email: april.miller@ ktek-net.com Fax: (715) 684-3050 Equal Opportunity Employer

K-Tek WI, a precision metal specialty manufacturing company is currently seeking qualified Maintenance Mechanic. Job duties will include repairing equipment, recording repairs, preventative maintenance, required inspections, ordering materials needed for repairs and keeping a clean and safe work area. Candidates must have strong mechanical aptitude and experience with plumping, piping and electrical skills. Strong knowledge of industrial maintenance is needed. Compensation will be commensurate with direct related experience. Great opportunity to work for a growth-oriented employer. Qualified applicants should forward a resume to: K-Tek WI Attn: April Miller 750 Vandeberg St Baldwin, WI 54002 Fax: (715) 684-3050 Equal Opportunity Employer

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Part-Time Teller

Citizens State Bank is looking for a highly motivated candidate with a passion for five star customer service to fill an open part-time Teller position in its Clayton location. Applicant must be a dynamic, sociable, and enthusiastic team player; while possessing a positive “can-do” attitude, excellent judgment and communication skills. Candidate must also have superior customer service skills, great attention to detail, ability to multi task, with a strong desire to succeed in sales. Previous cash handling experience is preferred although not required. Applicants must also be able to work Friday’s and rotating Saturday mornings as needed. Duties of the position to include processing customer deposits, cashing checks and balancing a cash drawer. Candidates interested in working in a fun, high energy environment at a growing organization that is rated one of the Top 100 Community Banks in the nation and winner of the 2015 “Raising the Bar” award from TINYpulse (employee happiness), should send their cover letter, resume and hours of availability to: hr@citizens statebank.us or Citizens State Bank, Attn: Human Resources, 620 Main St., La Crosse, WI 54601. Human Resources will be accepting applications until the position is filled. For additional information, please visit www. citizensstatebank.us.

Employment Opportunities Cumberland Healthcare is an independent, community-based Cumberland Healthcare is an independent, community-based healthcare facility healthcare facility that serves northwest Wisconsin through clinic, that serves northwest Wisconsin through a clinic, 25 bed critical accessahospital, 25 bed critical access hospital, attached 50 bed skilled nursing facility attached 50 bed skilled nursing facility and 20 senior living apartments. and 20 senior living apartments. For over 50 years, Cumberland For over 50 years, Cumberland Healthcare has provided general family medicine Healthcare has provided general family practice prevention and and treatment services,lifesaving lifesaving emergency care,care, and access to specialists, treatment services, emergency and access to along with full service inpatient and outpatient care. specialists, along with full service inpatient and outpatient care. _____________________________________________

Wound Care Clinical Coordinator RN Full-time Wound Care Nurse Practitioner

Employment Opportunities Nurse Practitioner in the State of WI, Wound care experience Full-time. Wound care/ostomy certification preferred. Minimum 1 year clinical experience.

and certification preferred

Environmental Services Supervisor

Cumberland Healthcare is an independent, community-based Full-time. Housekeeping experience required. Full-time Surgical Technologist healthcare facility that serves northwest Wisconsin through a clinic, approved ORT course or50 equivalent 25Completed bed critical access hospital, attached bed skilled experience nursing facility Nutritional Services Cook/Aide and 20 senior living apartments. For over 50 years, Cumberland Certified byFull-time. the National Board of Surgical Technology and Food service experience preferred. _____________________ Healthcare has provided general family practice prevention and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or approved experience For morelifesaving information, please contact: treatment services, emergency care, and access to Hilary Butzler, Director of inpatient Human Resources specialists, along with full service and outpatient care. _____________________________________________ Cumberland Healthcare, 1110 7thor Avenue, Cumberland, WI 54829 EMT, Basic Advanced Phone: 715-822-6197 715-822-6299 Licensed EMT inClinical State ofFax: WI,Coordinator Basic or Advanced Wound Care RN Email: hbutzler@cumberlandhealthcare.com Full-time. Wound care/ostomy certification preferred. Minimum 1 year clinical experience.

Full-time Nursing Home C N A Environmental Supervisor Certified Nursing AssistantServices in WI, willing to work all shifts

An Equal Opportunity Employer functioning under an Affirmative Action Plan We do not discriminate based on gender, minority status, individuals with disabilities or veterans.

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For more information, Nutritional Services contact: Cook/Aide Full-time. Food service experience preferred.

_____________________ www.CumberlandHealthcare.com Hilary Butzler, Director of Human Resources

For more information, please contact: Cumberland Healthcare Hilary Butzler, Director of Human Resources 1110 Seventh Avenue, Cumberland, WI 54829 Cumberland Healthcare, 1110 7th Avenue, Cumberland, WI 54829 (715) 822-7260 Phone: 715-822-6197 Fax: 715-822-6299 wlmailhtml:hbutzler@cumberlandhealthcare.com Email: hbutzler@cumberlandhealthcare.com

An Equal Opportunity Employer functioning under an Affirmative Action Plan We do not discriminate based on gender, minority status, individuals with disabilities or veterans.

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Frontier Ag & Turf, your local John Deere dealer, has an opening for an Ag Sales Representative in our Osceola, WI location. Frontier Ag & Turf is committed to providing superior customer service when it comes to sales, service and support. If you are passionate about the agricultural industry and are committed to providing the highest level of customer service possible, we want to talk to you. IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE: •Strong background and knowledge of agricultural equipment, agricultural technology, and current farming practices •Strong financial / mathematical aptitudes •A proven successful sales background •Strong computer skills •A schedule that allows for Saturday hours and availability to match customers schedules •Dedication and commitment to customer service •Strong verbal and written communication skills Full benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with company match, PTO, paid holidays and more. Highly qualified candidates should apply on-line at www.frontieragturf.com

Clayton - 10 miles from Amery FOR RENT Spacious 1 BR lower level apartment HEAT PAID

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ESTATE SALE - LOG HOMES PAY THE BALANCE OWED ONLY!!! AMERICAN LOG HOMES IS ASSISTING FINAL RELEASE OF ESTATE & ACCOUNT SETTLEMENT ON HOUSES.

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TOOLS. Household items. Furniture. Misc. Items. July 7, 8 & 9, 8 a.m.-? 502 Birchwood Ave., Amery GARAGE SALE Huge Multi Family Thursday and Friday, July 7 & 8, 8-5

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Employment Opportunity: CRA is recruiting for Community a new member of Referral our Advocacy Agency, Team.

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*Trainingservices or experience in areas or of domestic violencein and *Human tech diploma college graduate human services sexual assault *Training or experience areas of domestic violence and sexual assau *Able to work with diverseinpopulations *Must possess valid driver’s license, good driving record and *Able to work with diverse populations pass drug/background check *Basic computer skillsdriver’s necessary; familiar Microsoft Office *Must possess valid license, goodwith driving record and pass dru *Excellent verbal and written communication skills/problem *Basic computer solving skills skills necessary; familiar with Microsoft Office *Able to maintain *Excellent verbalconfidentiality and written communication skills/problem solving Please submit resume & references to: *Able to maintain confidentiality inquiry@crashelter.org or PO Box 365, Milltown, WI 54858. Please submit resume & references to: inquiry@crashe Application Deadline: July 15th, 2016

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Position: Unity School District announces the opening of 1 full-time 2nd shift Custodian position. Qualifications: Strong mechanical aptitude; a great work ethic and excellent problem solving and communication skills. How to Apply: Qualified, interested persons should apply by sending a letter of application, District application (available at www.unity.k12.wi.us ), resume, copy of license or evidence of license eligibility, and three (3) letters of recommendation to: Brandon W. Robinson, District Administrator Unity School District 1908 150th Street/Hwy 46 North Balsam Lake, WI 54810 7267 Deadline: July 18, 2016 EOE Unity School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability.

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