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cially for split families, but there are safety concerns to consider and he feels lucky the district was able to come up with this solution and pull it off. Gould said he predicts there will be about 105 graduates participating in
Amery city leaders were urged to mandate mask-wearing in city businesses during July’s City Council meeting. Tom Olson, owner of ACME Junk Company spoke before the council. “I’m here to draw your attention to the current state of affairs when it comes to COVID-19. Probably nobody in this room right now has more time than me to sit around and watch CNN and other news channels,” said Olson. He said in Wisconsin’s numbers are climbing. “As both a merchant in town and a susceptible senior, I am looking to gain support for mandatory wearing of masks in all commercial facilities,” said Olson. He said after having ACME closed down for multiple months due to COVID-19, he cannot afford to go through another shutdown, which he fears could be the case in the future. “If we as a progressive small town in rural Wisconsin can help lead the way, following several metropolitan Twin Cities suburbs and require face masks, it could be a real feather in our cap. We could do press releases telling
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Amery High School’s Class of 2020 will take their final stroll through the school’s gymnasium Thursday, in front of a small, yet proud crowd.
Downsized ceremony for 2020 Amery grads tassel will be well worth the hassle. COVID-19 took its toll on many things this spring. Graduation ceremonies are just one. While some might see this right of passage as small in the grand scheme of things, for students and those who love them, it is a very big thing.
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An over-crowded gym? No. A roaring band? No. Sweet farewell in-person sounds from the choir? No. Deserving graduates and proud parents? YES! Thursday, July 16, Amery High School’s Class of 2020 will find the
Graduation at AHS will look quite different this year. Each student was allowed two spectator tickets. All spectators must have a ticket to enter the high school that evening. Amery High School principal Josh Gould said he understands this has made things very difficult, espe-
Builders for Christ lend many hands for Journey project BY HAYLEY MARCON
If you have driven by Journey Church, formerly First Baptist Church, you have likely noticed this summer’s construction project. This project has been in the works for quite some
time; the church has had a need to expand for several years. A previous expansion plan fell through for various reasons. Then, Journey purchased the old Alco lot. Leadership began planning work on that building, but in the end, the property
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was sold to Kwik Trip. Since, Journey has purchased adjacent land and created a three-phase expansion plan. Summer 2020 brings with it Phase One. SEE JOURNEY, PAGE XX
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During the planning process, Journey leadership met with and then hired Lawrence Corley, the architect for the project. Corley heads the Builders for Christ (BFC) organization. BFC consists of dozens of church groups from all over the United States. Group leaders are able to see the projected plan for building and determine a week for their volunteer group to serve the church that is building. Journey church has been blessed to be on the receiving end of the project this year. Teams volunteer for a week at a time as their summer mission trip, paying for their travel, lodging and food. Their willingness to serve is an inspiration. Not many people would be willing to pay to work hundreds of miles from home. It is a testament to their love of Christ and His Church. As summer inched closer, Journey was concerned about the impact of the pandemic on the building process. Other BFC projects were canceled, but Journey decided to move forward with their project. Starting days were delayed in compliance with Wisconsin’s stay-athome order. After the order was lifted, Journey was able to host their first
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A team from Texas brought people to help with construction of not only the Journey building, but with sewing projects as well. Finished products were donated to local organizations.
group. Facemasks, sanitizer, and social distanced workspaces were provided for the safety of volunteers. Thus far, Journey has hosted groups
from Eau Claire, Green Bay and Milwaukee, as well as groups from Connecticut, Virginia, Missouri, Texas, Kansas, Kentucky, and Nebraska.
From insurance agents to teachers to electricians and more, each group brings with it an array of experience and knowledge. They are here to help Journey grow not only as a church, but also as a community. Volunteers have gone above and beyond in their construction work and have established relationships with the surrounding community including the Amery Family Restaurant, who has provided breakfast for volunteers each morning, and Options for Women, the pregnancy center in Osceola. The team from Texas brought a group who sewed 50 gift sets of a receiving blanket and two burp clothes each and donated them to the center. The group also sewed 60 drawstring backpacks, 19 yarn scarves, and 9 lap blankets that will also be distributed to community organizations. Journey will continue to host volunteers throughout the summer in the hopes of completing Phase One near the end of September. If you would like to follow the process and read stories and testimonies of the work, check out journeyforwardblogspot.wordpress.com.
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the world that we are stepping forward in doing what in necessary to help tame the rapid increase of COVID-19 infections,� Olson said. He said he had already talked to three of the council members concerning the topic. “I’m guessing this is about as far as it goes unless you decide to talk about it some more. It is something I really want to encourage you folks to step up and say ‘yes.’ Help combat this by having an ordinance so I am not the only business that has people coming to the door saying, ‘I am not going in there because I do not want to wear a mask,’� he said. Olson said if it was a city ordinance it would have a little more “meat on the bone� than if it just his business saying masks are required. Later in the meeting, council member Rick Van Blaricom revisited the mask conversation. “I realize we cannot make anything official with Tom Olson’s request because he really wasn’t on the agenda, but can we adopt a synthetic resolution or at least discuss it?� Patty Bjorklund, Interim City Administrator, City Clerk-Treasurer and Office Manager for the City of Amery suggested they add it to the next agenda July 20. “I don’t have a particular feeling myself,� said
Van Blaricom. Mayor Paul Isakson said, “I think we better plan ahead for a second wave, so the city should have some plan in place.� Isakson said he is receiving calls from both sides; those who feel mask wearing in city businesses should be required, and those who do not. “It’s kind of a two-sided coin,� he said. He said materials had been sent out to business owners from the Wisconsin Municipalities the previous week to provide some COVID-19 guidence. Van Blaricom said he had recently traveled across the country and it seemed as if below 90 percent of people were wearing masks everywhere they go. “I certainly empathize with folks who would like to see people wearing them,� he said. Van Blaricom said he had no problem with the city saying they strongly urge people to wear masks. As far as requiring it, he said, “I don’t think I’m ready to make an ordinance.� “I don’t think we legally can. It may need to come from Polk County,� said Isakson. Van Blaricom replied, “There seems to be some discussion on whether they can legally do it either.� He reiterated that maybe “strongly suggest� would be better wording.
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the ceremony. “Some kids opted not to take part in the ceremony. Some are out of town with their families. There have been a variety of reasons, including some that just wanted to be done some time ago.� “When this all went down, I received emails from kids asking us to do whatever we could to make a ceremony possible, to be honest there were a handful of kids who asked if they could just be done,� said Gould. Thursday, graduates will meet in the cafeteria at 6:15p.m. Doors for spectators will open at 6:40p.m., where they may enter through the front doors or either set of North doors. All doors will be propped open to avoid use of door handles and hand sanitizer will be readily available within the building. Seniors have graduation rehearsal the evening prior to the ceremony. They will learn where they will be seated, so they can share the information with their loved ones who will be in attendance Thursday. This will help spectators know where they might want to choose to sit in the bleachers. Throughout the ceremony, spectators must remain in the bleachers and cannot take photos from the gym floor. Seniors will though, be walking a lap
around the gym so loved ones can snap pictures from the bleachers. A photographer will be capturing photos of the seniors as they cross the stage and those photos will be made available to all senior families. After the ceremony, graduates and spectators should exit the school campus and cannot congregate. For those who cannot be in attendance, the ceremony will be live streamed on the We Are Amery Facebook page, shared on the school Facebook page and afterwards posted on the school’s YouTube channel. School officials ask that spectators and graduates use best practices to abide by social distancing guidelines while in the building and on the school campus. The gym will be at less than 30 percent capacity, so there will be plenty of available space. Graduates will be spaces and seated appropriately using the entire gym floor. Masks are recommended, especially while entering and exiting the gym and the school building.
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AUGUST 2 Band Boosters 18-Hole Golf Scramble The Amery Band Boosters will be hosting a 18-Hole Golf Scramble on Sunday, August 2 at the Amery Golf Course. Noon registration. All proceeds go to the band trip in December.
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JULY 23 Music in the Park A Tribute to The King Elvis Presley with Steve Marcio will be at Michael Park Pavilion in Amery at 6 p.m. Free to the public. Bring your lawnchair and snacks.
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E
ven though we are in the middle of summer, a time when school should be at the farthest point away from our minds, there’s been a great deal of talk about what the school year will look like in the fall. As the coronavirus pandemic continues to wane and surge, everyone from the President of the United States to members of the school board are thinking about what the upcoming school year should look like. Parents Publisher are being surveyed, scenarios are being discussed and plans Tom Stangl are being made. When schools closed last spring and education switched from classrooms to the internet and parents went from helping with homework to becoming an unpaid member of the teaching staff, it became apparent that a better way to teach students was needed. Districts did their best to get computers or other devices in the hands of students as well as get paper lesson plans and meals in the hands of students. There were plenty of hiccups, but considering the short notice and lack of direction from the state and federal governments, I believe they did an admirable job. After all, until now, there more than likely wasn’t a plan in place for a pandemic. I’m hedging my bet on that plan because if there is anything public schools do well, it’s planning. With the logistics of transporting, caring and feeding of hundreds of children for five days a week, nine months of the year, you can bet there’s been a lot of planning. Oh, and there’s the whole education thing to consider as well. They do a good job with that, also, in my opinion. There is no shortage of opinions on what the upcoming school year should look like. State government has provided some scenarios and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) came out in the spring with guidelines as to what should be done when students return to school. But, much like the virus itself, thoughts and opinions on what school will look like have been mutating. Last week, Robert R. Redfield, the head of the CDC said that the recommendations his agency developed in the spring were simply guidelines and not rules. Redfield appeared at the same press conference where President Trump said he would do everything in his power to ensure students returned to the classroom this fall. The president called the CDC guidelines “very tough and expensive” and was urging the agency to revise their recommendations. Guidance from the CDC and the Department of Education says “Each school and each community will have different needs and should implement the strategies best designed to meet them.” Even though it may seem like there has been mixed messaging here, that last quote is the one I believe we should focus on as our local officials formulate their plans for the fall. The professionals we have hired to care for and educate our children will do their best to find a solution to the situation we are facing. They have always had the best interest of our community and children in mind. This year will be no different. It is always important to support our school officials, but this year, I believe it is crucial we let them do the job they were hired to do. They will have a plan. We all need to support it. As always, I welcome your comments. You can reach me by email at tstangl@theameryfreepress.com, telephone 715-268-8101 or write me at P.O. Box 424, Amery, WI, 54001. Thanks for reading I’ll keep in touch. Feel free to do the same.
Liar, liar, pants on fire BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
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fact it is probably one section of the store that actually does have full shelves. On one hand I feel a little guilty lying to my son, on the other, I tell myself I am actually just telling little white lies the same way my parents did, and their parents before them. Parental myths: How much of what your parents told you was really crap? I recently saw an old cartoon where a little boy asks his father, “Dad, why do my eyes shut when I sneeze?” The father responded, “If your lids weren’t closed, the force of the explosion would blow your eyeballs out and stretch the optic nerve, so your eyes would flop around and you’d have to point them with your hands to see anything.” The child said, “That’s gross. Dad how come you know so much?” His papa responded, “It’s all in the book you get when you become a father.” They say parenting does not come with an instruction manual, but I beg to differ. I feel like there is a long list of unwritten pieces of advice that get shared from generation to generation. At what point do you figure out the information shared by your elders may have been untrue? 18? 21? 30? When you have children of your own? Well, I am here to say I am well over 30 with a gaggle of my very own kiddos and I am still unsure if I can dive into our swimming pool unless it has been an hour after I ate. I snack ALL OF
THE TIME. I may never get my feet wet this year! My husband decided to tackle the “Rusty nails cause tetanus” theory shared by many a parent, a few years ago. He had cut open his hand and earned himself a trip to the local Emergency Room. The nurse asked when he had his last tetanus shot. He replied, “I think just a few years ago.” She checked online records and reported back that it was indeed just a few years ago…1983. This earned Josh a few things, a long-overdue shot and a “Tetanus Free since ‘83” coffee mug from my sister. I still do not know if I should chance bathing during a storm-as I might get struck by lightening, forgetting to wear a hat-as most of my body heat will escape from my head, swallowing a watermelon seed-as the fruit will grow in my stomach, crack my knuckles-as it will cause arthritis, drinking coffee-as it might stunt my growth. There are only two things that my mother said that I believe were most definitely the truth…I am not fat; I am just big boned and ChuckE-Cheese was closed for renovations pretty much every single day of my entire childhood. That place has got to be pretty darn nice inside by now, too bad it is closed because of Coronavirus. I enjoy sharing my thoughts with you and look forward to readers sharing their thoughts in return. Feel free to email me at editor@ theameryfreepress.com, write me at P.O. Box 424, Amery WI. 54001.
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Liberty & Justice for All, Our Pledge of Allegiance reminds us that we hold God, liberty and justice for ALL to be important to our culture and ultimately to our survival as a country. The words “all men (all people) are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator (God) with certain unalienable rights” are in our founding document, which is the Declaration of Independence. That says our rights come from God, and NOT from our government. Our public (government) schools probably cannot even teach that fact in US History anymore. The “right to life”, of course includes the unborn, is one of those specific unalienable rights and the first one specified in that founding document. Liberty is the second right listed in the founding document and a more general right “pursuit of happiness” is the third right listed as unalienable. The words “We the People” and other words like ”secure the Blessings of liberty to ourselves and our Posterity” are in our Constitution. They say we must protect liberty for ourselves and future generations. The Bill of Rights are also part of our Constitution and it itemizes some rights the government cannot limit. Is the first amendment the most important one? In some sense yes, since it covers freedom to practice our religion, assemble, and speak, especially for or against government. We must remember however, that the only amendment with any teeth is the second, which is the right to keep and bear arms. Public/government schools prob-
ably don’t teach that either. There have been efforts to ignore or weaken our constitution. Some people like those in the Democrat party and liberal Supreme Court Justices have demonstrated that they believe the Constitution is outdated and irrelevant. I say those beliefs are spawned by ignorance, or by an anti-American sentiment or both. God has historically been recognized as important to our country. From the word “Creator” in our founding document to “In God we trust” on all of our currency, to “in God is our trust” from the fourth stanza of our anthem. I say to the political left, stop disrespecting GOD, our flag and our Constitution. We will not survive as a country if the “banish God” political left wins our cultural war. Rod Cain Deer Park
Protesting I want to start this letter with letting those reading it know that I am not prejudice. I have two half black grandchildren, one grandchild and one great grandchild have Mexican heritage. But, I am appalled at how the citizens of the United States have and still are reacting to the death of George Floyd and the response to the police officers. They should have to walk in the shoes of police officers. They have no idea or just don’t care what a truly dangerous job, especially in large cities, they have. We live in a pretty safe area, but there is still crime, and with the way this
country is heading, I sure would not want to live in a town with no police. If you had a perpetrator breaking in to your home or business, would police matter then? You say we look at all blacks the same, and maybe some do as black do with white. Well, are you not looking at all police the same? Putting them all in one category. We have some very good police officers in this country, and my brother-in-law was one of them–Darryl, my sister’s husband. I used to spend a lot of time with them, and when he put on his uniform and badge, it was to serve as protect as I believe many do. I remember that he had to respond to some very unpleasant situations to say the least. Sure, there are some that should not be wearing a badge, but there are many that thank goodness they do. What has been happening has little to do with the death of George Floyd, but much to do with hate, harm and destruction. Why is it when a black police officer is killed or black gangs are killing each other or those innocent black children are killed from a stray bullet during a gang fight do those lives not matter, or if they do, we hear very little about it. I’m sure it matters to the family, but not the group BLM. I would guess it bothers me more when I hear a black or white child has been killed, and I’m white! Another for instance is since abortion became legal, millions of unborn babies have been killed in the womb, some outside the womb if a botched abortion, and a large percent of them are black,
which I may add largely because of the Democrat party that will vote on a bill always to promote abortion. So, why then do black lives not matter? I do have to wonder how many of these protestors are pro-choice? You protestors in Amery and nearby counties, you may be peaceful, but you’re supporting a group that’s not, and they’re out there doing hate crimes. If we continue to take Christ out of our country, he will take our country from us. I would hope there would be many more people, black and white, that will show support for our law enforcement. Sincerely, Tanya Carlson Amery, WI
Fireworks praise To the Editor: I would like to say “Thank you, Amery” for the magnificent display of fireworks on July 4, 2020. Though I wasn’t close enough to see the ground display, I thoroughly enjoyed the area display. So, thanks to all involved in that endeavor. Sincerely, Carol Groff Amery, WI
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East Immanuel Lutheran Church’s 150th Anniversary Saturday & Sunday, July 18 & 19, 2020 On Saturday, July 18: There will be an open house at the church from 1-4 p.m. This will be a time to see the completed fellowship addition and browse through memorabilia from the last 150 years. You can also enjoy coffee and lemonade with a cookie while you visit. We will be serving these to you following CDC guidelines for food service. Displays of memorabilia will be spread throughout the narthex and fellowship hall, so social distancing can be practiced. On Sunday, July 19: The anniversary will be celebrated during regular 10 a.m. worship service. Following the service, a catered meal will be provided. This will be served buffet style with servers handling the plates and buffet utensils. Seating will be provided indoors and outdoors as weather permits. During both events, East Immanuel history books will be available for purchase. Masks are strongly recommended and will be available for those those do not have their own. Social Distancing will be practiced. Hand sanitizing stations are available throughout the building. If you have any questions regarding the precautions that will be taken in regards to social distancing or any other questions related to this celebration, please contact the church office. We look forward to seeing you to enjoy this special weekend of celebration.
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110 Years Ago July 21, 1910
for four entire days without food or water or sanitary facilities. American planes also strafed the boxcars killing many. As the result of this treatment he lost some 52 pounds. Friday the 13th may be ill fated for many, but not for Dale for it was on that day that the Second Armored Division caught up to the prisoners and liberated them He was flown to France, then to England, and is now home on a well earned 60 day furlough.
Bad Accident Arthur H. Denison a break man on a Soo freight was seriously injured while switching in the yards here last Saturday noon. Mr. Denison was on an oil car and was in the act of throwing the lever to pull the coupling pin to drop off a car, when he slipped and fell upon the track. A heavily loaded boxcar passed over his right leg between the knee and ankle. He was immediately carried to the Hotel Hart and medical attendance quickly called. Dr. Crommett amputated the leg just below the knee and at present the patient is improving as well as can be expected considering the seriousness of the accident. Mr. Denison showed exceptional nerve throughout the trying ordeal.
105 Years Ago July 15, 1915 Elephant Ball Game Of the many stunts performed by the Sparks Circus herd of elephants, the one that probably gets the most appreciation is the name of baseball played by these mighty and unwieldy pachyderms. Every play is gone through within the most ludicrous manner and the laughs furnished by this number will remain as a pleasant remembrance of the circus. All the accessories – pitcher, batter, catcher, umpire, fielders and their gloves, masks, bats and uniforms are present and “Big Mary” in the role of batter, seldom misses a home run swat and has thus established a 400 mark batting record for herself. Running the bases and the slide to home plate never fail to bring forth rounds of applause and another funny situation is when the pitcher has two strikes on “Big Mary,” he and the catcher get into an animated argument over the next ball to be served by the pitcher and trumpet into each others ears. This little piece of by-play always meets with the instant approval of the audience and adds greatly to the already funny number.
65 Years Ago July 14, 1955
Red Cross swimming school Lifeguard and instructor Duane Wolden is shown during the course of a test given to beginners in the Red Cross swimming school held at the South Twin Lake beach back in 1960. The program was sponsored jointly by the county chapter of the Red Cross and the City of Amery. In addition to the courses of swimming lessons in the mornings, Wolden was the lifeguard for afternoon open swimming.
Klinger place Thursday morning. Harry Jenkins, night man at the Clear Lake Depot, discovered the fire at about one o’clock, and an alarm was turned into Mr. Klingler who was repairing the pump at the station. By the time Mr. Klingler, with the firemen from this city reached the farm, the buildings were practically consumed by flames. The place was unoccupied. Wm. McPeet had about ten tons of hay in the barn. Mr. Klingler’s loss is partially covered by insurance. Mrs. Klingler’s brother and family who are on their way from Switzerland, were to occupy the place upon their arrival.
Boy Killed at Clear Lake Factory Walter Thomas, the seventeen-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Thomas of Clear Lake was instantly killed last Saturday at the Fame Canning Co. plant. The accident occurred as he was pushing a twoinch fan belt back on the pulley and as he caught his hand, he was thrown against the large belt, which operates the can washer. He was caught in the belt and terribly mangled. The tragedy was over before his horrified companions realized what had happened.
Auto Boosters Trip Many of the neighboring cities are having or are arranging auto trips through the country and neighboring towns to boost their city or village, and these booster trips are proving not only pleasant, but decidedly profitable. Barron pulled one off a week ago, there being 29 machines in the procession.
95 Years Ago July 16, 1925 Fire Bugs Believed Cause of Big Fire Fire, believed to be of incendiary origin, entirely destroyed the farm buildings consisting of a house, barn, granary and chicken coup, on the Henry
Floats, Inner Tubes Are Now Prohibited
85 Years Ago July 11, 1935 Violence Erupts at Mortgage Foreclosure A riot of Barron and Polk County farmers over the foreclosure sale of eight head of cattle belonging to Andrew Hornick of Vance Creek brought injuries to Barron County’s sheriff, several deputies and a bystander Monday afternoon and resulted indirectly in the death of R. K. Erwin, 70. Erwin dropped dead from a heart attack while watching the melee from the back porch of this home. Sheriff Otto I. Anderson of Barron County was conducting the sale at the Barron pavilion for agents for the Polk County
Professional Bureau who had secured judgment of $350 on the herd. He was stopped when approximately 50 farmers, many of them Farm Holiday members, marched en masse to the place of the sale. A scuffle ensued.
Truck Man Nabbed For Speeding Norman White, truck driver for Schwahns Liquor Co. of Eau Claire, was nabbed by Chief of Police Carl J. Burman last Wednesday and fined $5 and costs before Justice A. Ridihalgh. He pled guilty. Chief Burman testified that White was driving close to 60 miles an hour, when the truck reached the north end of the pavement. Guy Seeknis was arrested Friday by Chief Burman on a charge of reckless driving. Burman said the man Yesterday’s drove through the main street News at a high rate of speed. He Diane Stangl attempted to overtake him in an auto, and traveling at 45 to 50 miles an hour and was unable to stop him. It is alleged that Seekins also “played tag” with the officer by pulling over to the left whenever it appeared that the police car was close enough to pass him. Seekins pled guilty before Acting Municipal Judge Parks at Balsam Lake and was fined $20 and costs and paid them.
Boat Tips Over in N. Twin Lake Rudolph Burman escaped drowning the afternoon of July Fourth when a motorboat in which he was riding on North Twin Lake tipped sharply as Chet Johnson, owner and operator of the craft, swung it around sharply and it hit a big wave. The momentum threw Burman overboard. The quick work of Johnson however, was responsible for saving Burman from possible drowning. Johnson swung his craft around and
rescued his passenger, who was found to be none the worse for his mishap.
75 Years Ago July 19, 1945 Two Suffer Injuries as Tire Explodes Air pressure really made itself felt around the Fay Auto company last Wednesday evening about 5:30 p.m., when a truck tire blew out while being inflated and caused injury to two men. Injured are Herb Johnson, trucker for the Volga creamery, and Charles Dean of the Fay Auto Company. Johnson suffered a slight concussion, cut over one eye and broke both bones in one of his arms. Dean settled for a broken arm. The accident occurred when they were inflating a truck tire. The steel rim of the wheel became dislodged and the tire blew out when they had about 80 pounds of air in it. The explosion threw Johnson about 12 feet from the place where he was standing and Dean landed about 6 feet away, traveling mostly in a vertical direction.
Returned Prisoner Marched 42 Days All it would take to bring about shudders from T:5 Dale Johnson is the mere suggestion of taking a nice long hike. He has had all the walking that he wants for some time, thanks to the Germans. A son of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Johnson of Amery route 3, Dale was a member of an ambulance corps of the 101st Airborne Division at the time of his capture at Bastogne, Belgium. At the time of capture, Dec. 19, 1944, he was on his way to evacuate a hospital unit. Following his capture, he spent 42 straight days marching an average of 16 to 20 miles a day. He has marks on his body that still show the effects of nights spent in chicken houses filled with lice. Any shelter was used during the long march. At one time they were locked into boxcars
Following an incident involving a youngster and an inner tube at the local beach, all floating devices and rafts are now outlawed for the city swimming beach. The order was issued this week by Mayor H. Alme after the Amery Fire Department rescue squad went on record favoring such action. During years past this order has been in effect but it was relaxed this year to include the area within the safety ropes. This means that all inner tubes, and other floats are banned at all times on the local beach.
55 Years Ago July 22, 1955 Storm Kills Eight Cows, Tornado Seen Eight milk cows belonging to Martin Nelson who farms just east of the Immanuel Lutheran Church, town of Clayton, were killed by a bolt of lightning some time Friday night. Discovered in the morning, the cattle were all huddled under one tree at the time of the lightning bolt and were instantly killed. The other 16 cows were unharmed by the storm. The storm provided this area with a lot of lightning and some rain plus some extraordinarily strong wind. Two highway patrolmen reported sighting a funnel cloud about a mile south of Interstate 94 between Hammond and Baldwin during the storm, which started shortly after 9 p.m.
Suffers Broken Finger in Sweeper Mishap City Superintendent Warren Marquand is expected to leave the hospital the forepart of this week following an accident with the city sweeper. Working on Otis Avenue about 9 a.m., Friday morning, Marquand was attempting to release a spring, which was stuck on the sweeper when his hand became pinned. His call for help attracted the attention of the Dr. Byre children plus Hjalmer Johnson and Ervin Nelson. When his hand was extricated, it was found to be badly bruised with the index finger broken and he was hospitalized for treatment.
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AREA CHURCHES AMERY CONGREGATIONAL 201 N. Harriman Ave., Amery, Barry Schaefer, pastor, 715-268-7390, www.ameryucc.org
IMMANUEL EV. LUTHERAN (LCMS) 124 E. Church St., Clayton, Gregory Becker, pastor, 715541-2955, lmmLCLCMS@centurytel.net
Wednesday, July 15: 4 pm Youth Group. Thursday, July 16: 8:15 am Ministerium. Sunday, July 19: 10 am Outdoor Worship Service; 11:15 am Congregational Giving Meeting.
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN 375 65th Ave., Clayton, Margaret Grant, pastor, 715948-2867, www.cllutheran.org
AMERY FREE LUTHERAN 1 mile west of golf course on CTH F, Andrew Olson, interim pastor, 715-268-9218, www.ameryflc.org
JOURNEY CHURCH 131 Broadway St. E., Amery, Derek Downs, lead pastor, 715-268-2223, www.journeychurch.city
APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY 942 US Hwy. 8, Amery, Justin Hosking, pastor, 715268-2176, www.appleriverchurch.org Wednesday, July 15: 10 am Men’s Bible Study. Saturday, July 18: 11:30 am Church Fun Day at Off-Site Location. Sunday, July 19: 10 am Parking Lot Service; Livestream on Facebook; 1 pm Service on WPCA Radio 93.1 FM. Monday, July 20: Ribble Deadline.
BALSAM LUTHERAN 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery, Dan Watland, pastor, 507-459-1141, Church 715-268-9291, www. balsamlutheranchurch.org CLEAR LAKE UNITED METHODIST 420 4th Ave., Clear Lake, John Hazen, pastor, 715-2632700, www.willowriverparish.org DEER PARK UNITED METHODIST 221 2nd St. W., Deer Park, John Hazen, pastor, 715-2632700, www.willowriverparish.org DERONDA LUTHERAN 1239 65th Ave., Amery, Lori Peper, pastor, 715-2689577, www.derondachurch.net Broadcasting church services on the WPCA 93.1 FM radio station Sunday mornings at 8 am.
EAST BALSAM BAPTIST 1816 108th St./CTH I, Balsam Lake, Ken Mandley, pastor, 715-857-5411, www.eastbalsam.org Sundays: 9 am Worship Service live streaming at www. eastbalsam.org. On the homepage, click “YouTube” at the top.
EAST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN 207 120th Street, Amery, Kathy Pennington, pastor, 715-268-2143, www.eastimmanuel-lutheran.org Saturday, July 18: 1 pm 150th Anniversary Open House. Sunday, July 19: 10 am In-Person Worship and on Facebook Live; 11 am 150th Anniversary Celebration. Tuesday, July 21: Quilting.
EAST LINCOLN ALLIANCE 735 70th Ave., Amery, Eric Danielson and Randy Schussman, pastors, 715-268-2350, www. eastlincolnalliance.com ELIM LUTHERAN 1277 60th St., Range, Dan Watland, pastor, 715-268-3800 FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA) 301 1st Ave. E., Balsam Lake, Diane Norstad, pastor, 715-485-3800, www.faithlutheranbl.com FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA) 134 Prentice St. S, Clayton, Margaret Grant, pastor, 715948-2867, www.cllutheran.org FIRST LUTHERAN 240 Elm St., Amery, Tim Bjorge, pastor, 715-268-7135, www.flcamery.org Sundays: 9 am Online Worship. Check our website and app for more information.
FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC) 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake, Bryan S. Anderson, pastor, 715-263-2846, www.firstluthclearlake.com Saturday, July 18: 7 am Men’s Bible Study. Sunday, July 19: 8:30 am Contemporary Worship with Communion; 10 am Traditional Worship with Communion; 11 am Fellowship.
FOREST UNITED METHODIST 1893 County Rd D., Forest, John Hazen, pastor, 715263-2700, www.willowriverparish.org GEORGETOWN LUTHERAN (ELCA) 877 190th Ave./Cty. Rd. G, Balsam Lake (Fox Creek), Diane House, pastor, 715-857-5580, www. georgetownlutheran.net GRACE LUTHERAN - WELS 460 4th St., Clear Lake, Ellery W. Groth, pastor, 715263-2164 HOLY TRINITY ORTHODOX 523 1st St., Clayton, Chris Wojcik, pastor, 715-9482493, www.htocclayton.org
Streaming online on Sundays at 9am on our YouTube channel (Amery Journey Church).
LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN 1272 44th Ave., Amery, Lori Peper, pastor, 715-2689577, www.littlefallschurch.net
7133, www.jbjsaints.com
ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC 1050 Keller Ave. N., Amery, Father Eugene Murphy, 715268-7717, www.stjosephamery.org Saturdays: 4 pm Mass Sundays: 10:30 am Mass Wednesdays: 9 am Mass
ST. JOHN LUTHERAN 2803 Hwy. 64, Glenwood City (Forest), John Wilman, pastor, 715-265-4087 Friday, July 17-Saturday, July 18: Pastor’s Day Off. Sunday, July 19: 8 am Worship with Holy Communion. Tuesday, July 21: 6:30 pm SJ/SP Bible Study at St. Paul’s.
Broadcasting church services on the WPCA 93.1 FM radio station Sunday mornings at 8 am.
ST. PAUL LUTHERAN 214 North St. W., Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor, 715269-5126
LIVING WORD CHAPEL 2746 Hwy. 64, Forest, Sean & Libby Higgins, senior leaders, 715-265-4810 or 715-781-8247, www. livingwordchapel.com
Friday, July 17-Saturday, July 18: Pastor’s Day Off. Sunday, July 19: 9 am fellowship; 9:30 am Worship with Holy Communion. Monday, July 20: Pastor Visiting Shut-Ins This Week. Tuesday, July 21: 6:30 pm SJ/SP Bible Study at St. Paul’s.
MOE LUTHERAN (ELCA) 451 30th St., Clear Lake, Margaret Grant, pastor, 715948-2867, www.cllutheran.org NEW LIFE COMMUNITY 119 Birch St. W., Amery, Craig Jorgenson, pastor, 715268-6989, www.amerynewlifechurch.org OUR LADY OF THE LAKES CATHOLIC 507 W. Main St., Balsam Lake, Father Eugene Murphy, pastor, 715-405-2253, www.ourladyofthelakes.ws OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN 217 Deronda St., Amery, Keith Ruehlow, pastor, 715268-7290, www.oslcamery.org REDEEMER LUTHERAN 600 Keller Ave. S., Amery, Tom Hahn, pastor, 715-2687283, www.redeemerlutheranchurch-amery.com
SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST 76 20th Ave., Clear Lake, John Redlich, pastor 715-645-2230; Head Elder Norman Britain 715263-2457, Church 715-263-3034, www.clearlakewiadventistchurch.org TRINITY LUTHERAN OF GARFIELD 1578 85th Ave., Amery, Lori Peper, pastor, 715-2689577, www.trinitylutheranchurchofamery.com Broadcasting church services on the WPCA 93.1 FM radio station Sunday mornings at 8 am.
UNITED COVENANT 348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake, Dan Pearson, pastor, 715263-2665, www.unitedcovchurch.org
Redeemer Lutheran Church will have weekly recorded services on our church Facebook page or website.
Wednesday, July 15: 5:30 pm 7-9 grade; 7:15 pm 10-12 grade. Friday, July 17: 2 pm Kid’s Blast Time (Facebook Live). Sunday, July 19: 10 am Worship Service; Semi-Annual Meeting After Service. Tuesday, July 21: 8 am Prayer Time; 9:15 am Women’s Bible Study.
REEVE EVANGELICAL FREE 205 1 1/2 St./Cty. Rd K, Clear Lake, Todd Groat, pastor, 715-263-2126, www.reevechurch.org
WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN (ELCA) 447 180th St., Osceola, Pastor Matt Saarem, Interim Pastor, www.westimmanuel.org, 715-294-2936
ST. BARNABAS EPISCOPAL 365 5th St., Clear Lake, Rev. Geri E. Sola, 715-263-2961 ST. JOHN’S CATHOLIC 811 4th St., Clear Lake, Fr. John Long, pastor, 715-265-
Sundays: 9am Outdoor Worship/Inclement Weather Servant Hall. Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays
WORD OF LIFE FELLOWSHIP 2181 280th St., Clear Lake , Patricia and Harlen Wienke, pastors, 715-263-2904
A Good Spirit “What causes fights and quarrels among you? Don’t they come from your desires that battle within you?” James 4:1 NIV
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e often think of patience as self-restraint. When we are irritated and annoyed by others and want to lash out with angry words, patience is seen as the ability to repress those impulses. And let’s face it, we all have impulses to say and do hurtful things, and those impulses should be resisted. But often what happens after we resist the nasty impulse is that we stew over the thoughtlessness of the other person, and we say or do the nasty thing in our minds, perhaps even going further than our original impulse. All of a sudden, we are having an argument in our mind and we are stuck in a bitter, rancorous morass of negative feelings. This is sometimes where patience takes us, down a bad path. Far better to pray for charitable feelings, and rather than repress the negative feelings you are having, be honest and tell the person right off that they hurt your feelings, or that you felt disrespected (or whatever it was that bothered you—maybe it was
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HEALTH MATTERS
COVID-19 concerns? Don’t let them delay important health care BY: PATRICK D. SURA, MD CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE PHYSICIAN, AMERY HOSPITAL & CLINIC
COVID-19 is on everyone’s mind right now. And for good reason: These are unique times, and none of us have ever experienced anything quite like this. When news and information are changing quickly, the safety and security of you and your family has to come first. I want to assure you that Amery Hospital & Clinic is doing everything possible to provide high quality care in a Health safe environment. We Matters continue to prepare for potential COVID-19 but Patrick D. thankfully and so far, Sura, MD we’ve experienced limited cases in our counties. Keeping you safe and healthy is our top priority, too. We have rigorous safety and cleaning protocols in place, including modifying our facilities for greater social distancing, using separate care units for COVID-19 patients, following strict CDC guidelines and much more. We’re also only treating COVID-19 symptoms at designated areas in our hospital and at respiratory care centers, so many of the rest of our locations are available for all your other health care needs. No matter what kind of care or treatment you need, our doctors and specialists are ready to help. During this time, it’s still important to look after yourself by getting the time-sensitive medical care you need to stay healthy. Even healthy children and adults shouldn’t delay checkups, immunizations and laboratory tests. Please consult your primary care team here in Amery or at one of our satellite clinics in Clear Lake, Luck and Turtle Lake about your time-sensitive medical care. TIME-SENSITIVE REASONS TO SEE THE DOCTOR DURING COVID-19 Chronic health conditions and sudden
symptoms aren’t taking a break because of COVID-19, and we’re not either. Let’s take a look at some common examples of time-sensitive care you can – and should – still seek treatment for. MANAGING CHRONIC CONDITIONS Chronic conditions, like heart disease, diabetes or COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), need regular checkups and lab visits with your care team to monitor your progress and make sure your treatment is working. During COVID-19, you can still see your care team through video visits or in-person appointments, if needed. Though COVID-19 may change the way you get care, it’s important for your health that your care doesn’t stop. Please be aware that when arriving at our hospital or one of our clinics for medical care, we’ve added extra precautions to protect our patients and employees. In order to reduce the spread of COVID-19, we require all patients and visitors to wear a mask or face covering while in our clinics and hospital. We’re also performing wellness screenings at the entrances, so we greatly appreciate your understanding and support. MEDICALLY NECESSARY PROCEDURES, IMAGING AND LAB TESTS As clinics and hospitals have gained more personal protective equipment (PPE) and rolled out extensive safety measures to keep patients safe, some previously delayed surgeries and procedures are now being rescheduled. Your care team will reach out to you to reschedule, so you don’t need to do anything right now. As always, feel free to call your care team if you have any concerns about your care or treatment plan. CHILDHOOD IMMUNIZATIONS We want all children to stay on track with important immunizations that protect against preventable diseases like measles, mumps, rubella, polio and more. Key immunizations are given from infancy to 2 years, 4-5 years, 11-12 years
and at 16 years. If you have a child who is due for any immunizations, call your clinic today or make an appointment online at amerymedicalcenter.org. If you’re not sure what immunizations your child should receive, your doctor can help you find out. HELP WITH EXTREME PAIN MANAGEMENT A past or present illness, injury or condition – like migraines, fibromyalgia, nerve pain or arthritis – might have prompted you and your doctor to work together on a pain management plan. This can make daily living and favorite hobbies easier. But if your pain becomes intense and interrupts your day, the COVID-19 situation doesn’t mean you have to go it alone – our care teams are still here to care for you and help you find relief through video visits, in-person appointments and more. TIME-SENSITIVE COLONOSCOPIES OR MAMMOGRAMS Colonoscopies and mammograms are examples of screenings that can detect several medical conditions, some of them serious. If you had a colonoscopy or mammogram appointment that had to be delayed due to COVID-19, we’re beginning to reschedule these visits. You don’t need to do anything – our care teams will reach out to you to reschedule. We’ll make sure you get the right care at the right time in your diagnosis and treatment. EMERGENCIES, LIKE HEART ATTACKS, STROKES, OR INTENSE STOMACH OR ABDOMINAL PAIN In a medical emergency, every minute matters. Getting care quickly can make a big difference in your treatment and help you have an easier recovery. Medical situations that should be addressed immediately include: • Heart attack warning signs – Chest discomfort, shortness of breath, upper body discomfort and other signs like nausea • Stroke warning signs – Balance problems, blurry vision, face drooping, arm weakness and speech difficulty
• Severe stomach or abdominal pain, which could be appendicitis, a gallbladder infection or something else If you or a family member are experiencing these or other emergency symptoms, call 911 or visit Amery Hospital & Clinic’s emergency room. Emergency rooms are following strict safety measures to keep you safe from COVID-19. WHAT IF I’M NOT SURE WHETHER I SHOULD GET CARE? Wondering about whether or not you should seek medical care is common. It can be hard to tell the difference between something that might get better on its own and something that needs an expert’s input. When you’re not sure what to do, you can always call our 24/7 CareLine at 715-268-8000 or 800-551-0859. Answered by registered nurses, the CareLine can answer questions about symptoms, help you decide what kind of care you need and offer home treatment suggestions. In an emergency, always call 911 or go to the nearest hospital emergency room. Our hospital, along with all our clinics, are safe and ready to care for you. LOOKING AFTER YOURSELF DURING COVID-19 We’re all hoping things get back to “normal” soon, and Amery Hospital & Clinic and HealthPartners are working hard to help prevent COVID-19 from spreading further. But it’s too soon to say how long current social distancing guidelines will last. That means it’s vital for you and your family to look after both your mental and physical health. When you need help, we’re here for you. Despite COVID-19, it’s important not to delay treatment for any concerns you have. Our health care experts are taking many steps to keep you safe so you can continue to get personalized, appropriate treatment. You have options, and together, we can help take care of your health and well-being no matter what comes up. Stay safe, stay healthy and enjoy the summer!
AMERY AREA MUNICIPAL COURT Amery Area Municipal Court was held in Amery on Wednesday, July 8, 2020. The following cases were heard: CITY OF AMERY Mirage D. Allen, 29, Amery, disorderly conduct, $250. Jonathan T. Bazille, 19, Amery, disorderly conduct, $250; adult permitting underage violation, $313. Rachel J. Bugg, 25, Luck, obstructing emergency or rescue personnel, $691. Amy S. Bursaw, 38, Amery, failure to yield right of way from stop sign, $98.80. Tim R. Constant, 51, Amery, operating motor vehicle without insurance, $124. Joshua A. Eastman, 20, Deer Park, failure to obey/lawful order resisting, $187; underage drinking, $187. Christopher A. Gruber, 22, Amery, operating after suspension, $124; OWI (1st), $924; operating motor vehicle without insurance. Cameron C. Irvin, 21, Amery, disorderly conduct, $250. David L. Kanugh, 28, Amery, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Gunner G. Kukk, 22, Star Prairie, improper display of plates (no plates),
$73.60. Coal D. Larson, 20, Amery, underage drinking-possess (17-20), $187. Anthony S. Lowe, 40, Luck, keeping open intoxicants in motor vehicle (driver), $187. 17 year old, Clayton, underage drinking-possess (17-20), $187. Andrew C. Molencamp, 22, Monticello, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124. Jason A. Mudgett, 39, Clear Lake, non-registration of auto, $98.80; OWI (1st), $924. Barry C. Peterson, 64, Amery, possession of controlled substance, $376. Thomas H. Trezek, 62, Amery, OWI (1st), $861. Henry J. Utecht, 84, Amery, failure to yield right of way, $111.40. 16 year old, Amery, operating without valid license, $124. VILLAGE OF CLEAR LAKE Katherine R. Brown, 36, River Falls, exceeding speed zones (20-24 mph), $149.20. Grant M. Brozak, 23, Richfield, MN, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98. John A. Bruss, 57, Cottage Grove, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.
Sonja R. Dugas, 44, St. Paul, MN, exceeding speed zones (20-24 mph), $149.20; operating without valid license, $124. Abraham D. Eyman Casey, 23, Iowa City, IA, exceeding speed zones (20-24 mph), $149.20. Joseph P. Hanestad, 21, New Richmond, failure to stop at stop sign, $98.80. Joshua D. Houston, 22, Hayward, exceeding speed zones (25-29 mph), $174.40. Paul E. Krahenbuhl, 62, Clear Lake, disturbance of the peace with motor vehicle, $114. Donald J. Langston, 39, Richfield, possession of marijuana, $376; OWI (1st), $924; operating without valid license, $124. Clarence J. Lindner, 56, Clayton, operating ATV without valid registration, $114. Carlos J. Rodriguez Landaverde, 21, Cottage Grove, MN, exceeding speed zones (25-29 mph), $174.40; operating motor vehicle without insurance, $124. Jacob W. Sharp, 26, St. Paul, MN, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80. Staci L. Siewert, 23, Rice Lake, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.
Cyrus F. Stevens, 19, Mendota Heights, MN, exceeding speed zones (20-24 mph), $149.20. Nathanael J. Talavera Holtz, 19, Brooklyn Center, MN, exceeding speed zones (25-29 mph), $174.40; operating motor vehicle without insurance, $124. 17 year old, Prior Lake, MN, exceeding speed zones (20-24 mph), $149.20. Porge Yang, 49, Sacramento, CA, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80. PLEA(S) OF NOT GUILTY Steven P. Christensen, violating red traffic signal, $98.80. Dylan Gillespie, speeding (1-10), $98.80. Devon Henderson, violating absolute sobriety law, underage drinking, disorderly conduct with a vehicle, $624. Ian B. Peterson, failure to stop at stop sign, possession of controlled substances, $474.80. Brett D. Melby, Operating ATV while intoxicated, ATV prohibited alcohol content, operating ATV on highway, $500. 16 year old, speeding (11-15 mph), $98.80.
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Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative presented its annual meeting online, reliability and service remain priorities CENTURIA – Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative held its 82nd annual meeting Wednesday, July 8, at 1 p.m. The meeting was online. No in-person meeting was held this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “198 members and guests attended from the comfort and safety of their homes,” said General Manager Steve Stroshane. Our response to the health emergency has focused on keeping the lights on for our members, ensuring a safe work environment for our employees, and doing the right thing to support our communities and prevent the spread of the virus. With these goals and the uncertainty of our times, we moved our 2020 annual meeting to a web-based format. We thank all who joined us online.” For members who couldn’t attend online July 8, the annual meeting was recorded and can be viewed on our website. Printed reports are also upon request. “We look forward to gathering with co-op members each year,” said Board President Ed Gullickson. “This year, our online format looked a little different, but the annual meeting remains an important way for co-op directors, employees and members to connect, learn about co-op performance and provide feedback. We are always looking to improve our service to our members and community.” The annual meeting agenda included a state of the cooperative report by General Manager Steve Stroshane, results of the 2020 board election in co-op districts 1, 2 and 3, and a member Q&A forum, giving members an opportunity to make comments and ask questions through an online chat. During his report, General Manager Steve Stroshane shared an update of the co-op’s financial position, efforts to continuously improve the electric system and how the co-op makes a positive difference in the community. RELIABLE POWER DURING COVID-19 “From the beginning of the COVID pandemic, we put plans in place for the continued delivery of reliable electricity to member homes, farms and businesses. Our top priority is always providing safe reliable power, with efficiency and extraordinary service,” said Stroshane. “We closed our lobbies March 16, but our drive-thru, phone lines and website have remained open. Throughout the pandemic, we have been fully staffed to continue normal operations.” The co-op encourages members to use electronic options for payments and transactions, including the SmartHub app to track electricity use, view and report outages and pay bills. Members were also reminded that they may see increases in electricity use, and upcoming electric bills, due to spending more time at home. Contact the co-op for tips to lower your energy use. JULY 2019 STORM RESTORATION Stroshane reported that the July 2019 storm caused
tightened our belt since the economic downturn a decade ago, and we’re watching expenses closely during COVID-19 economic challenges,” said Stroshane. “We’ve held off for more than 10 years without a rate increase, but anticipate that we’ll need to increase rates soon to cover operating costs.” Polk-Burnett reported $98 million in assets in 2019 and $38 million in consolidated operating revenue, with $4.4 million in consolidated net margins. The coop sold 237 million kWh of electricity. Electric revenue per member was $1,608 and the cost to purchase power in 2019 was $19,310,000; 57% of every dollar the co-op collects goes to purchase power; 22% is operating expenses; 13% goes to interest, tax and depreciation; and 8% is operating margins. The full financial report and audit are on polkburnett.com.
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Polk-Burnett held its first online annual meeting July 8! Board President Ed Gullickson welcomed members and called the meeting to order with 198 members and guests in logged in.
widespread damage and power outages for 9,000 co-op members across Polk County. Polk-Burnett linemen were assisted by crews from 11 neighboring co-ops and three contractors, bringing more than 100 people to the local restoration effort. “Within a week, all the lights were back on for Polk-Burnett members,” said Stroshane. “Rebuilding after the storm was expensive,” said Stroshane. “The total cost to repair storm damage across our system is $2.2 million to date.” The storm led to a disaster declaration by the state of Wisconsin and Stroshane said that Polk-Burnett has submitted claims to FEMA to help cover some of the expenses to repair the electric system and clear the utility right-ofway. SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS Beyond storm repairs, Polk-Burnett invested $4.9 million to upgrade and maintain the electric distribution system in 2019. Polk-Burnett’s system includes 1,717 miles of underground cable, 1,695 miles of overhead power line and 38,000 poles. “We are proud to be in the top 25% of co-ops nationwide for reliability,” said Stroshane. “Our 20,000-plus members experience an average of just two hours of power outages per year. And we’re always working to improve.” One major investment is upgrading substation equipment, so power can be automatically rerouted during a transmission line outage. STRONG FINANCIALS Another co-op priority is holding rates down to avoid large, frequent rate increases for members. “We’ve
GIVING MONEY BACK AND HELPING MEMBERS SAVE Stroshane reported that Polk-Burnett returned $1.2 million in Capital Credits to members in 2019. As a co-op, money beyond expenses is regularly returned to members as Capital Credits. This is one of the greatest advantages of co-op membership and proves that co-op performance is strong, said Stroshane. Another way Polk-Burnett gives back to members is with EnergySense rebates. In 2019, EnergySense helped members save more than 860,000 kWh of electricity, and members received more than $160,000 in rebates on energy efficiency upgrades. RENEWABLE ENERGY FOR THE FUTURE Polk-Burnett supports sustainable growth of alternative energy for its local membership. Stroshane commented that members qualify for rebates on residential solar and wind systems, and can purchase renewable energy blocks through its Evergreen program. Polk-Burnett is also proud to be the home of SunTuria Solar, the largest utility scale solar in our area. The 10-acre solar array is owned and operated by ENGIE North America. “We are pleased to offer a growing renewable energy supply through our power supplier, Dairyland Power Cooperative,” said Stroshane. “At present, about 20% of the energy that flows into our distribution system from Dairyland is from renewable sources. Each year, Dairyland adds more solar and wind to reduce carbon emissions.” The announcement by Dairyland to retire its 345MW Genoa Station #3 is part of a shared goal to be future ready. The coal plant provided safe, reliable electricity for more than 50 years and will close in 2021 when its fuel supply is depleted. MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN OUR COMMUNITY Polk-Burnett employees work hard to improve our local quality of life not only with reliable power, but SEE POLK-BURNETT, PAGE 13
2020 St. Croix Valley PRCA Rodeo cancelled SUBMITTED
After assessing the current Covid-19 pandemic and in consideration of the St. Croix County Health Advisory, it is with heavy hearts the St. Croix Valley PRCA Rodeo Committee along with the St. Croix County Fair Board have made the decision to cancel to 2020 St. Croix Valley PRCA Rodeo at Glenwood City. This decision was not taken lightly as it has a huge impact on our community, businesses, rodeo personnel, contestants, fans, and many others. To ensure the safety of all and make sure the rodeo remains viable in future years, the decision was made to cancel this year’s event that
had been previously postponed to August 21 and 22. The committee assessed the risk to all volunteers, attendees, their families and the rodeo community and after much discussion concerning the possible health risks to all involved as well as considering the local recommendations for capacity limits for public events and gatherings as well as financial implications, the decision was one we felt was in the best interest for everyone. The committee does understand there are differing opinions in regards to COVID-19, but do wish that everyone understands why the decision was made. During the July 9th meeting,
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the decision was also made to move the dates of the 2021 rodeo to August 20 & 21. 2021. The St. Croix Valley PRCA Rodeo
committee and the St. Croix County Fair Board is committed to putting on one of the best rodeos in the area, and look
forward to seeing all of you in August 2021! Please understand our decision, and realize it was extremely difficult and we know many will be disappointed, but ultimately the health and safety of all is of the utmost importance. Please keep updated via our Facebook page, St. Croix Valley PRCA Rodeo, for online ticket sales and other announcements. We thank everyone for their support and are looking forward to the best rodeo yet on August 20 & 21, 2021! Stay safe and healthy.
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OBITUARIES
Juanita Ruth Holin
Charles “Bill” Olson
Garnett Alexia Westerberg
Juanita Ruth Holin, 87, went to be with her Lord and Savior on July 9, 2020. Juanita was born at home to George and Olga Michaelson on August 7, 1932, in Georgetown Township, WI. She grew up on the farm w with siblings David (Joan), D Daniel (Ruthie) and Esther ((Harry Haselius). After h high school she left home tto work and live in Minnea apolis and while there had rroommates who became c cherished, lifelong friends. S She married Robert Stanley H Holin of Balsam Lake, WI, iin 1953 and moved back to W Wisconsin to help run the ffamily business, East Balsam Resort on Balsam Lake, with Robert’s brother, Victor, and his wife, Orra. Nita and Robert had three children and were very busy in their church, East Balsam Baptist. Free time was spent on extended family gatherings, Sunday afternoon snowmobile rides, and coffee with friends made at the resort. They kept close contact with her former roommates and their husbands, traveling together and sharing one another’s joys and sorrows. After the resort was sold, Nita and Robert retired to the woods. Much of their time was taken up with their grandchildren, who adored them. The grandchildren learned how to collect sap for maple syrup, make lefse, ice fish and count turkeys and bears in the backyard. The wonderful memories with Grandma can’t be counted. Nita set her family a wonderful example of someone who suffered loss yet continued to grow and learn and help others. Even after her husband, Robert, died just months after celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary, she maintained their home in the woods – enjoying gardening, Bible studies, walks, cross-stitching and embroidery as well as visits from family and friends. She was confident God would not only meet her needs and give her strength – and He did – but that she was to continue to serve Him and show His love to others. The last few years of her life were spent at SummerHouse of Shoreview Presbyterian Home. She loved the many friends she made there. She had a servant’s heart and delighted in baking for other residents. She is preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Robert. In addition to her siblings, she is survived by her three children: Jim (Fae) Holin of Vadnais Heights, Pam (Todd) Cantrell of Hugo and Sue (Andrew) Saterdalen of Lino Lakes; grandchildren: Jennifer (Stephen) Cross, Aaron Cantrell, Joshua (Anna) Saterdalen, Sarah (Thomas) Alberico, Alyssa Cantrell and Evan Saterdalen; and great-grandchildren: Harlow Cross and Santino Alberico. A private graveside service will be held at Bunyan Cemetery in rural Balsam Lake, Wisconsin. You may sign an online guestbook and view a video tribute at www.williamsonwhite.com. Arrangements were entrusted to the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Amery, Wisconsin.
Charles “Bill” Olson, age 77 of Clear Lake, WI, passed away on July 4, 2020 at his home surrounded by his family after a lengthy illness. Charles William Olson was born on September 8, 11942 in Bell, California, tthe son of Stanley & Cora O Olson. He grew up between C Clear Lake, WI and his ffather’s jobs in California a and graduated from Clear L Lake High School in 1960. B Bill was married to Janice B Buhr on November 26, 1960 a at John’s Catholic Church iin Clear Lake, WI. Togethe er they made their home iin Clear Lake and raised 2 sons, Michael & David. Over the years, Bill worked as a plaster, drywall and stucco contactor throughout Western WI. In his spare time, he enjoyed traveling throughout the United States with Janice, hunting elk in Montana, trap shooting at the Amery Gun Club and was an avid collector of Allis Chalmers Tractors. Bill especially loved spending time with his family and friends and will be sorely missed by all those who knew him. Bill also requested for you to vote for Donald Trump in November 2020 to Keep America Great! He is preceded in death by his parents; Stanley & Cora Olson. Survived by wife, Janice Olson; sons: Michael (Heidi) Olson & David (Sue) Olson; grandchildren: Nicholas Olson, Jacqueline Olson, Jordan (Bethany) Olson, & Taylor (Hunter) Cardinal; great-grandchildren: Carson William Olson, Brooks Allan Cardinal; step grandchildren and Step Great-Grandchildren. There will be a private family memorial service at a later date. Friends may send cards to Bill’s family at 629 - 30th Avenue, Clear Lake, WI 54005 Scheuermann Funeral Home and Cremation Services are handling the arrangements. www.clearlakefuneralhome.com
Garnett Alexia Westerberg, age 93 of Amery, WI passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2020 at her home at Evergreen Village in Amery. Garnett was born on February 22, 1927 in Ubet, W Wisconsin to Herbert and L Lillie (Johnson) Eastland. S She grew up in the Ubet a area and attended and g graduated from St. Croix F Falls High School. After h high school she worked for a short period of time at H Honeywell. She met her h husband, Arden, when he c came to the Twin Cities to b be inducted to serve in the A Army during WWII. They hit it off, and after he returned from the service they were married on February 22, 1947. They made their home in Iowa where they farmed and in 1953 moved to Wisconsin, where they farmed in Black Brook Township. Garnett was an avid reader and enjoyed books, magazines, cross word puzzles and dominoes. She embraced technology, e-books, smart TV and browsing Amazon. She was a member of the Clear Lake VFW Auxiliary, and enjoyed sharing her talents with residents at Golden Age Manor and Evergreen Village. Garnett was an excellent seamstress, taking up quilting in 2001, which led to numerous quilts for grand and great grandchildren, as well as larger projects made to give as wedding gifts. Fresh baked goods were readily available for unexpected visitors to enjoy with coffee, and at Christmas time her baked goods, i.e. rosettes and cookies, were often given as gifts. She liked creating monthly birthday cakes for the residents and special friends at Evergreen Village. Garnett also took great pride in her penmanship. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arden, infant daughter, Maxine Carol, and sisters, Wanda Tandberg and Janice Peterson. Garnett is survived by her children, Douglas (Carol) Yelm of Washington; Susan (Roland) Jussila of Floodwood, MN; Patricia Mayfield of Mt. Pleasant, MI; Sally (Jerry) Dressler of Ashley, IL; and Arlyn (Leona) Westerberg of Amery, WI; 11 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, a sister, Mavis Culver and brother in law, Martin Tandberg. Graveside services for Garnett will take place at 12 noon on Friday, July 17, 2020 at the Clear Lake Cemetery. A visitation for Garnett will take place at the Williamson-White Funeral Home from 4 to 7 pm on Thursday, July 16, 2020. Please be mindful of social distancing and wearing masks. To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute visit www.williamsonwhite.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the Amery Food Shelf, PBS or Adoray Hospice. Arrangements were made with the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Amery.
DEATH NOTICE Lucille Clarice Gust, age 100 formerly of Deer Park, died on Sunday, July 12, 2020 at Willow Ridge Healthcare in Amery. Arrangements are pending with the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Amery. For further information, please visit www.williamsonwhite.com.
FUNERAL NOTICE Carl A. Paulson, age 82 of Clear Lake, passed away April 13, 2020. Funeral service is Saturday, July 18 at 11 a.m. at the United Covenant Church in Clear Lake. Visitation is 1 hour prior to services at the church. Interment will be at the Swedish Congregational Cemetery. Scheuermann Funeral Home and Cremation Services are handling the arrangements.
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07/02/20, 05:20 a.m., Assist EMS 07/02/20, 01 p.m., Vehicle lockout 07/02/20, 04:16 p.m., Traffic complaint 07/02/20, 04:41 p.m., Suspicious activity 07/02/20, 05:13 p.m., Theft report 07/02/20, 06:32 p.m., Juvenile call 07/03/20, 03:31 p.m., Suspicious activity 07/03/20, 04:30 a.m., Assist other agency 07/03/20, 07:23 a.m., Welfare check 07/03/20, 11:17 a.m., Vehicle lockout 07/03/20, 11:35 a.m., Suspicious activity 07/03/20, 12:03 p.m., Suspicious activity 07/03/20, 04:27 p.m., Disturbance 07/03/20, 04:59Pm, 911 hang up 07/03/20, 05:20 p.m., Motor vehicle accident 07/03/20, 10:04 p.m., Assist citizen 07/04/20, 12:50 a.m., Assist other
agency 07/04/20, 06:11 p.m., Animal control call 07/04/20, 07:04 p.m., Disturbance 07/04/20, 09:15 p.m., Fireworks complaint 07/04/20, 10:31 p.m., Animal control call 07/04/20, 10:44 p.m., 911 hang up 07/05/20, 02:43 p.m., Underage drinking 07/05/20, 06:24 p.m., Animal control call 07/05/20, 08:28 p.m., Assist citizen 07/06/20, 02:48 p.m., 911 hang up 07/06/20, 02:54 p.m., Vehicle lockout 07/06/20, 11:22 p.m., Underage drinking and drug paraphernalia 07/07/20, 06:42 p.m., Assist citizen 07/08/20, 10:48 a.m., Assist with child
custody issue 07/08/20, 03:38 p.m., Welfare check 07/08/20, 05:32 p.m., Juvenile call 07/08/20, 08:31 p.m., Welfare check 07/09/20, 12:27 p.m., Traffic complaint 07/09/20, 01:45 p.m., Assist citizen 07/09/20, 03:06 p.m., Motor vehicle accident 07/09/20, 04:03 p.m., Report of counterfeit $100 at local business 07/09/20, 09:30 p.m., Welfare check 07/09/20, 10:02 p.m., Assist other agency ARRESTS: Rayna M. Brandt of Somerset, WI. Warrant out of St. Croix County
Polk County marriage licenses Maxwell Dylan Abrams and Veronica Carolyn Kubicek of St. Paul are to be married July 25, 2020. Brian John Berg and Shannon Kay Lunsmann of Garfield are to be married July 25, 2020. Michael Gerald Gray and Andrea Marie Ritchie of Pokegama are to be married August 8, 2020. Dylan Michael Myszka and Emalie Elsie Ann Kaiser of Apple River are to be married July 31, 2020. Francis Donald Whiteman Rush and Natalie Jean Wendel of Minneapolis are to be married July 17, 2020. Matthew Richard Slind and Kate Elizabeth Lommel of West St. Paul are to be married August 8, 2020.
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put into freezer bags or freezer containers, size you want, date and freeze. Take out what you want to serve, let thaw a bit and serve. If you like turkey and the taste of BBQ, you may like to make these.
This makes a tasty salad.
BBQ TURKEY LEGS LETTUCE SALAD Fry until crispy and then crumbled: 1 pound bacon Combine in larger salad bowl: 1 head lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces 1 red onion, cut into large thin rings and separated 1 c. carrots, finely cut or shredded 1 head cauliflower pieces the crumbled bacon Mix together, pour over above and toss to coat: 1/4 c. sugar 1/3 c. grated Parmesan cheese 1 c. Miracle Whip 1 c. mayonnaise Add 3 c. croutons and toss again lightly. Serve right away. Serves 6-8 This is really handy to have on hand. It’s a good way to use the extra cabbage you have from gardens or markets.
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Arrange in skillet: 4 turkey legs (about 1 pound) Season some pepper. Add, cover and simmer for about 2-2/12 hours. Put oven on 400Ëš. Put onto baking pan with sides, melt and pour over the turkey legs: 1/2 c. butter Bake uncovered for 15 minutes. Remove pan. Reduce heat to 350Ëš. Mix together and pour over the drumsticks: 1/3 c. brown sugar 1/4 tsp. nutmeg 2 tsp. salt 1/2 c. water 1/2 c. catsup 1 tsp. dry mustard Return the drumsticks to the oven and bake, uncovered, for about 45 minutes until thoroughly done. Serves 4. Or you could make BBQ Pork Chops.
Put into larger bowl: 1 medium head of cabbage, shredded Sprinkle over cabbage and let stand on hour: 1 tsp. salt Bring to a boil and boil 1 minute, then let cool: 1 c. vinegar 1/2 c. water 2 c. sugar 1 tsp. celery salt 1 tsp. mustard seed Drain the cabbage well. Squeeze to get all the moisture out of the shredded cabbage. Add to the cabbage: 3 ribs celery, chopped 1/2 green pepper, seeded and cut into small pieces 1 medium carrot, shredded Pour the brine over cabbage, let sit for about 1/2 hour,
SautĂŠ in the pan drippings: 1/4 c. onions Add and bring to a boil: 3/4 c. chili sauce 1/4 c. catsup 1 tsp. dry mustard 2 garlic cloves, crushed 2 T. brown sugar 1/2 c. water 2 T. apple cider vinegar 1 beef bouillon cube Salt and pepper to taste Pour above over the pork chops. Cover and bake at 350Ëš for 1-1/2 hours.Serves 4. Make these quick dump bars.
DUMP BARS Combine in bowl: 2 c. sugar 1-3/4 c. flour 1 tsp. salt 4 eggs 1 c. veg. oil or melted butter 1 tsp. vanilla 1/2 c. dry cocoa Pour batter into greased/sprayed 9x13" baking pan. Add on top: 1 c. chocolate chips Bake at 350Ëš for 25-30 minutes or until done (toothpick test).
BBQ PORK CHOPS Brown on both sides in skillet: 4 loin pork chops bit of oil to brown Put into 1-1/2 qt. casserole.
Tips: 1/8 tsp. equals 1 small clove crushed garlic 1 oz. of baking chocolate can be substituted with 3-4 T. cocoa plus 1 T. fat (butter, shortening, etc.) 3 medium bananas equals 1 cup of mashed marshmallows.
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Semi Annual Homeless Count: July 29th SUBMITTED
The Salvation Army in Polk and St. Croix County will be participating in the Balance of State Continuum of Care Point in Time Count on July 29th as required by the Department of Housing and Urban Development. The physical count begins at 11pm. The Balance of State Continuum is an organization of homeless service providers in the state of Wisconsin. Each local area will count the homeless who are either sheltered in a facility or unsheltered and living on the streets. In a typical year, the Point in Time count simultaneously occurs in each county in January and July. This year due to COVID19, the dates of the count may vary from County to County. Volunteers in each area walk the streets of Wisconsin communities to determine how many individuals are going unsheltered. The volunteers are equipped with the knowledge to assist those individuals in getting connected to local resources
for food and shelter. Each community submits their counts for sheltered and unsheltered persons in each county for that night. Those numbers are then used to determine if the services provided in the County are meeting the needs of those who are homeless. The Salvation Army will be participating in the count and making sure that all homeless individuals who are located on this evening in July will be informed of the services available to them in the County. For more information on how The Salvation Army is working toward combating homelessness in Polk and St. Croix County visit www.sagraceplace.org Volunteers especially in larger populated areas including: Hudson, Baldwin, New Richmond, Osceola and St. Croix Falls. If you would like to help in this effort by volunteering, please contact Jacky at 715-529-1283. To learn more about the Balance of State Continuum visit www.boscoc.org .
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Bentley has been battling an undiagnosed disease for the past three years. He battles monthly fevers, frequent stomach issues, loss of appetite, migraine headaches and debilitating fatigue. Bentley has been put through so many tests–some work, some don’t–with drugs that insurance does not always cover. Most adults would have a hard time enduring all of this. This has caused frequent day and overnight trips to Mayo Clinic in Rochester and Children’s Hospital of Minnesota in St. Paul. Going to school for Bentley has become a challenge, which is so hard for Bentley because he loves school so much! He continues to be strong with all the challenges he is facing. Bentley loves to go KXQWLQJ ÀVKLQJ VSHQGLQJ WLPH ZLWK IULHQGV DQG IDPLO\ DQG UHDOO\ HQMR\V school and playing sports (hockey, baseball and football). Bentley is the son of Ryan and Rachel Humpal, brother of Gavin and grandson of Dennis and Kelly Anderson and Dave and Pam Humpal.
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Summer activities are in full swing Congratulations Graduates! Yes the Amery graduates are finally having their ceremony this Thursday, July 16. It’s great for the kids to be Pounding able to celebrate the the end Pavement of their high Pam Humpal school years as they deserve. It won’t be in the normal fashion of a packed gymnasium but graduates you can be assured your family and friends will be thinking about you that night, and will be there for you in the years to come. Have fun! The East Immanuel Lutheran Church is celebrating their 150th Anniversary. They invite you to the festivities on Saturday, July 18, with an open house, and also on Sunday, July 19, with their worship service. That’s a wonderful milestone! Have you been fishing
in Amery lately? Now’s the time to get at that with the Amery Community Club’s “Amery Fish Finder” promotion. Simply pick up an entry form at the Amery Free Press, Worn Again, or Chet Johnson Drug and go fishing at the participating businesses for the names of their fish. Once your entry form is filled please drop it off at the mentioned businesses to be entered into a random drawing for Amery Scrip Money. Good Luck Fishing in Amery! Promotion runs until August 14. Last Thursday was the Summer kickoff for Amery’s Music In The Park. Rex Cactus & The Radio Ranger Classic Country Show was a big
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hit. This Thursday, July 16, the music will be The Roe Family Singers with Bluegrass. It starts at 6pm. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy music in Michael Park. The attached picture is the “Kuhl” family who recently volunteered to deadhead the flowers at the Amery Cemetery. In case you do not know what deadheading means, it is taking out the dead flowers so the plant looks fresher and then the new flowers can bloom easier. Anyone who is interested is sure welcome to spend a few minutes at the Amery Cemetery deadheading the flowers. We appreciate your help, and you are assisting with the beauty
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of the cemetery. Thank you in advance. Happy Birthday wishes this week to my niece, Hazel, who will be 5 years old on July 15; to my niece, Hannah, and nephew, Adam, on July 17; to my nephew-in-law, Nick, on July 17; to my nephews, Brian, and also to Hobey, who will be 13 years old on July 19; and to my nephew-in-law, Hans, on July 21. Enjoy your special day! A very special Happy Birthday to my youngest grandchild, Rory. She will be 1 year old on July 19. That year has gone by very fast. Have fun on your birthday Rory! Have a great week… and enjoy each and every moment!
Woman’s Club wins award The Amery Woman’s Club involvement in conservation, environmental, and Earth Day projects won first place in the General Federation of Women’s Clubs Community Improvement Program Award for the State of Wisconsin. The project booklet was then sent to Washington, D.C. to compete in international competition. The Amery Woman’s Club is proud to say they came in fifth place at the GFWC 2020 international convention.
ARNELL MEMORIAL HUMANE SOCIETY It tells us that something must have gone right the first time around. Gilbert’s family adopted a young
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Pit Bull Mix named Lauren from Arnell in 2017. Each member of the family has trained their own dog for Agility Trials and won multiple ribbons and championships. Lauren has done well in Agility and in
Summer Performers & Programs: Performances, crafts, author visits, and more!! Online summer programs from Page Turner Adventures! A different weekly theme with daily videos. Registration required weekly for craft supply kits. Videos available all summer, so your child can watch them even if they don't get/want a craft kit! Supply lists will also be featured online (most crafts use household supplies). Find more info on our Summer Reading page at amerylibrary.org/ summer-reading.
Page Turner Adventures (Craft Programs): Online weekly events for kids! Visit amerylibrary.org/ summer-reading to register for a kids craft kit. Teen Sock Gnomes: Teens!! Make a friendly gnome with us on Zoom! This program is for teens in grades 6-12 on Wednesday, July 29th at 3:00 pm. Sign up for a Teen Sock Gnome craft kit at amerylibrary.org/summer-reading or amerylibrary.org/teens. Teen Assorted Craft Kits: Sign up for a random craft kit for your teen! Visit amerylibrary.org/ summer-reading and click on the TEEN posters for more info! Usborne Summer Camps: Online learning mini camps for kids 3-9 with an adult. Wednesdays at 10:30 am (sign up weekly). To sign up or for more info, check out amerylibrary.org/summer-reading. In-person browsing and computer use appointments are here! Starting July 7th, and every
Kuhl Family volunteers at the Amery Cemetery – Leo, Katie, Patty, Lydia, Pam, Reid, Julie, Joanne & Jackie.
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A sweet Pit Bull-Lab Mix named Yeller was adopted on Saturday. His submissive kisses and rollovers for belly rubs told his new family all they needed to know about Yeller. And then he met his new brother Jake, a Boxer Mix, and it was a done deal; a match made in heaven. In addition to Jake, Yeller gained a young family of three. The young girl in the photo was sharing her love equally between Yeller and Jake. It was a sweet moment for a sweet dog in need of kindness. Our weeks are quiet at the shelter but always busy. Busy taking care of the animals, answering emails, phone messages, posting stray pet info, occasional adoptions and taking more care of the animals. Last week three kittens and two dogs found new homes. One cat was reclaimed. The three young male kittens, Raymond, Gilbert and Sammy, found great homes. Raymond and Gilbert went to families that had adopted from Arnell in the past. We are so grateful for repeat adopters.
Summer Info: Registration this year can be a bit confusing! Check out the simple how-to on our Summer Reading page at amerylibrary.org/summer-reading. Summer Reading (June 1-July 31): Track your summer reading digitally using Beanstack! Earn a prize & a free book by participating and reading!! Registration info at amerylibrary.org/summer-reading.
her new life. Gilbert will be doing his own agility stunts, keeping a resident cat company amongst the dogs. Happy stories like this are too good to keep to ourselves. Congratulations Shelter Dog Lauren! Good Luck Shelter Cat Gilbert! If it is the right time for you to adopt a pet, visit our website for information about the available pets at Arnell. The process to adopt has been complicated by the virus. A pre-adoption Inquiry is required through our website under the heading “Adopt.” Some of the available pets are first come first serve and others require some special considerations. The pre-adoption inquiry helps us make contact with potential adopters and set up appointments for each pet. It is time consuming for us and a bit frustrating for adopters. Rest assured we are trying to do our best with the limitations required to keep everyone safe during the pandemic. Arnell Memorial Humane Society, www.ARNELLHUMANE.ORG, 715 268-7387 and Facebook.
Tuesday after, the library will be open BY APPOINTMENT ONLY for 20-minute browsing and 60-minute computer use sessions. Visit our website amerylibrary.org for detailed information. Schedule your appointment on our website or by calling us M-Th, 9 am to 5 pm. Curbside Pick-up and Returns are still here! The Amery Area Public Library is still serving patrons with curbside pick-up (by appointment only) Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, 9 AM to 5 PM. Holds for items can be placed via the MORE catalog or by emailing us at curbside@amerylibrary. org. You may call or visit our website amerylibrary.org to schedule your pick-up time. Returns MUST be placed in specially marked bins ONLY on Monday-Thursday, 9 AM to 5 PM. As always, feel free to call with questions, 715-268-9340. See our website or FB page for more details! July Craft Kit: Resin Pendant/Keychain Registration is now open for our July craft kits. We'll be making a pendant (you could use it as a keychain, too) using jewelry resin, a pendant blank, and found objects from your home. Go to the adults tab of our website for more information and to register while supplies last. Summer Reading is still here! It's not too late to join the fun! The Amery Area Public Library has great programs for kids, teens, and adults, and they will all be accessible digitally. You will still be able to log reading, participate in challenges, and win prizes, using the Beanstack app on your mobile device or computer. Visit our website to register. Can't do digital? That's ok! Call the library for assistance. Lawn games are here! We've purchased a bunch of lawn games which are available for 2-week checkout. Enjoy the best the summer weather has to offer by playing Kubb, Bean Bag Toss, Ladder Golf, Ring Toss, Croquet, Flickin' Chicken, and more. We're very excited to offer this great new service to our patrons! You can place holds in the MORE catalog or call the library for assistance, Monday through Thursday, 9 am to 4 pm. Check our Facebook page and our website for more information. Beat the heat indoors with Puzzles! We've added new puzzles to our popular puzzle collection! We've got a Swiss Castle, a round Unicorn Garden, Snack Treats, and more. Choose from over 50 fun and challenging puzzles.
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STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: David R. Nordquist Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 20 PR 32 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth June 10, 1959 and date of death May 30, 2020 was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 280 Barbo Lake Road, Clayton, WI 54004. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is October 12, 2020. 5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500. /s/ Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar July 2, 2020 Ann E. Brose Doar, Drill & Skow, S.C. PO Box 388 New Richmond, WI 54017 715-246-2211 Bar Number 1019597 (July 7, 14, 21)
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also with support for our local community, said Stroshane. In 2019, Operation Round Up awarded more than $65,000 to 78 local nonprofits, including schools, fire departments, food shelves and libraries. Grants are funded by members who round up electric bills, and Stroshane thanked members for their generosity. The co-op also supports youth with its annual scholarship program. In 2019, $57,500 was awarded to 46 students to attend a technical school, college or university. For this year’s Class of 2020, Polk-Burnett increased the number of scholarships to 54, for a total of $67,500. “It’s important to know that co-op scholarships do not affect electricity rates,” said Stroshane. “They are funded with unclaimed Capital Credits that
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if not used for education would be forfeited to the state.” New this year, Polk-Burnett announced that co-op members can donate future Capital Credits to the scholarship program. Scholarships are awarded to the sons and daughters of co-op members. To see a list of winners and learn how you can donate Capital Credits, visit polkburnett.com. Meeting participants also saw a video of co-op employees who performed 634 hours of community service in 2019. BOARD ELECTION RESULTS Tim Laux, legal counsel for Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative, announced results of the 2020 board election. All three incumbent directors were re-elected. The election was conducted by mail and web ballot by an independent election contractor.
Election results were tabulated from ballots received on or before May 27, 2020. Voter participation was 17.4%, with 1,188 ballots received (1,045 paper and 143 online) from 6,827 eligible voters. In District 1, incumbent Cindy Thorman of Osceola ran unopposed and was re-elected with 345 votes. In District 2, incumbent Mike Morris of Luck was re-elected with 308 votes. Also on the ballot was Erick Vitalis of St. Croix Falls, who received 155 votes. In District 3, incumbent Ed Gullickson of Amery ran unopposed and was re-elected with 339 votes. Thorman, Morris and Gullickson will serve three-year terms on the co-op board, beginning with the July regular board meeting. Overall, nine co-op directors serve on the Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative board. “Electric cooperatives are
TOWN OF LINCOLN REQUEST FOR BIDS The Town of Lincoln is accepting bids for engineering of 75th Street from 100th Avenue to 110th Avenue. Contact Highway Superintendent Gary Utecht for specific details at 715-808-4844 or leave a message at 715-268-9282. All bids should be mailed or delivered to: Town of Lincoln Attn: Gary Utecht 661 85th Street, Amery, WI 54001 by Tuesday, August 11, 2020. Bids will be awarded at the August 13, 2020 Monthly Meeting which begins at 7:00 p.m. Published July 14, 2020 & July 28, 2020 - Amery Free Press
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Apple River Protection and Rehabilitation District (ARPRD) Board of Commissioners’ Meeting Saturday, July 18, 2020 at 10 a.m. Amery City Hall Council Room Attendance will be limited to maximum safe seating. Face masks are encouraged, and social distancing expected. To attend remotely, please email request by July 17 to arprdwi@gmail.com.
AGENDA 1. Call to Order/Set the Agenda/Recognize official meeting notice 2. Reports: a. Minutes May 30, 2020 Meeting Approval b. Treasurer’s Report Approval c. CBCW Inspection, Healthy Lakes Projects, Harvesting, Workmen’s Compensation, Payroll, No Wake Zone, Loan and harvester manufacturing status 3. Action Items: a. Nominee for Secretary 2021-23 approval b. Audit Committee Report for 2019 c. Audit Committee for 2020 Approval d. Proposed Budget for 2021 Approval e. ARPRD Annual Meeting Agenda approval, August 22, 2020, Lincoln Town Hall, 10 a.m. 4. Adjournment WNAXLP
NOTICE TOWN OF BLACK BROOK 99 75TH STREET – CLEAR LAKE, WI THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2020 PLAN COMMISSION MEETING 6:30 PM BOARD OF SUPERVISORS’ MEETING 8:00 PM
AGENDA: Call meeting to Order; Proof of Meeting Notice; Approve Agenda; Approve Vouchers & Pay bills, Reading of Reports; Public Comments; OLD BUSINESS: Update on Comprehensive Plan; Update on clean up complaint at 547 Hwy 46, Boe and Pommerening properties; Continue discussion and review of Codification of Ordinances; Discussion/ decision regarding enforcement of existing Town Ordinances NEW BUSINESS: Go into Closed Session pursuant to Wisconsin Stats. 19.85 to review applications for town employee; Reconvene into Open Session pursuant to Wisconsin Stats. 19.805(2); Hiring of new town employee; Adjourn to August meeting which will be held on August 20th at 8:00 p.m. Sally Pickard, Clerk Web Site: Townofblackbrook.com
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unique because we are owned and governed by the members we serve. Local board governance is one of the greatest advantages of our co-op business model,” said Stroshane. Polk-Burnett is a not-for-profit, member-owned cooperative that provides reliable electricity with efficiency and extraordinary service to 20,000+ homes, farms and businesses across 2,000 square miles. Polk-Burnett’s annual meeting was recorded and can be viewed on polkburnett.com. A Q&A member forum summary is also posted, as well as all meeting handouts. A paper report is also available. For more information, call 800-421-0283. From Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative
School District of Amery Board of Education July 20, 2020 A Regular Board Meeting of the Amery Board of Education is scheduled for Monday, July 20, 2020, at 6:00 PM in the Amery High School Gymnasium at the Amery Intermediate School, located at 543 Minneapolis Avenue in Amery, Wisconsin. Business under review will include: I. Call to Order II. Closed Session 6:00 pm Considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data, of any administrator over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility in order to take Personnel Action pursuant to Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(c). III. Open Session 6:30 pm IV. Consent Agenda Items A. Agenda B. Minutes C. Financial/Budget Reports D. Board Vouchers V. Community Comments VI. Administrative/Committee/Department Reports A. Annual Community Education Update Tracy Hendrickson VII. Action Items A. 2020-2021 Student Academic Standards Oralee Schock B. Warrior Bounce Back Plan Shawn Doerfler C. Extra-Curricular Contracts Shawn Doerfler D. 2020-2021 Board Meeting Dates Shawn Doerfler E. Bus Purchase - Shawn Doerfler F. Personnel Action VIII. Closed Session Considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data, of any administrator over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility in order to take Personnel Action pursuant to Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(c). IX. Adjournment DALE JOHNSON, Clerk, Amery Board of Education In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the School District of Amery will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities who wish to participate in public meetings. If you require an accommodation, please contact the District Office at (715) 268-9771 a minimum of 72 hours prior to the meeting. The original agenda for this meeting was provided for publication more than one week prior to the meeting date. Due to this fact, the agenda published in the Amery Free Press may have been altered after publication. The final agenda is available on the District’s website: www. amerysd.k12.wi.us at least twenty-four (24) hours prior to the meeting.
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Amery 18 Hole Ladies Golf League July 8, 2020 A Flight: Low Gross – Paula Fussy 94 Low Net – Jody Waterman 74 Low Putts – Judy Collier 28
Game of the Day – Paula Fussy B Flight: Low Gross – Shirley Schmidt 98 Low Net – Dianne Berg 73 Low Putts – Sue Wears/ Ione Gjerde 33 Game of the Day – Heidi Maupin C Flight: Low Gross – Lou John
The School District of Turtle Lake is accepting applications for the following:
PART-TIME CUSTODIAN We are actively searching for an individual to fill a Part-Time Custodial position for 29 hours per week beginning August 24, 2020. This position is for general cleaning with minimal lifting required. Candidates must be available to work afternoon/ evening hours with some flexibility and must be able to pass a background check. For more information or if you have questions, please contact Craig Hohlfeld at 715-986-4470, Ext. 2033 or chohlfeld@turtlelake.k12.wi.us. The School District of Turtle Lake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, age, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability.
111 Low Net – Judy Park 80 Low Putts – Lou John 31 Game of the Day – Judy Park Eagle(s): Sheryl Forshier (#1) Birdie(s): Paula Fussy (#15), Lou John (#2) Chip In(s): Sheryl Forshier (#1), Gloria Lansin (#4), Paula Fussy (#15), Susan Olson (#1), Lou John (#2), Jan Reichert (#9)
Clear Lake Ladies Golf League Week 7 (July 6-July 12, 2020) A Flight: Low Gross – Jessica Smith 45 Low Net – Carol Hougdahl, Cheryl Harshman 34 Low Putts – Karrie Drinkman, Sherri Munkelwitz, Barb Roy 16
Game – Julie Manser B Flight: Low Gross – Mary Smith 50 Low Net – Cheryl Bussewitz 31 Low Putts – Jody Hadac 11 Game – Sarah Heintz C Flight: Low Gross – Amy Lundgren, Jennifer Nitchey 53 Low Net – Marie Bannink 29 Low Putts – Darlene Emerson 16 Game – Sue Albright D Flight: Low Gross – Laurene Finch 57 Low Net – Kim Elwood 28 Low Putts – Carolyn Brezina 15 Game – Jan Bergren Chip-Ins: Diane Blanchard (#8) Birdies: Cheryl Harshman (#5) Sharks (36.2) defeat Backwoods Hackers (37) 7 Brothers Grip It and Sip It (35) defeat Slice
Girls (38.2) Rowdy Rebels (34.8) defeat Wild Whackers (35.75) Nilssen’s Market Party of Fore (33.66) defeat Happy Hookers (35.33) Goof Balls (34.5) defeat Angry Birdies (37.75) Chipper Chicks (36.4) defeat Golf Bags (38.5) Standings: 1st – Golf Bags, Angry Birdies 3rd – 7 Brothers Grip It and Sip It, Rowdy Rebels, Sharks 6th – Wild Whackers, Happy Hookers, Goof Balls, Chipper Chicks, Nilssen’s Market Party of Fore 11th – Slice Girls, Backwoods Hackers
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Low Net – Tracy Anderson-Claussen 33 Low Putts – Tracy Anderson-Claussen 14 Game Of The Day – Tracy AndersonClaussen Division B Low Gross – Tie, Susan Olson And Julie Schanon 48 Low Net – Amanda Wold 29 Low Putts – Gwen Wold 15 Game Of The Day – Susan Olson Division C Low Gross – Melissa Russo 54 Low Net – Tie, Sally Christenson And Mary Deziel 33 Low Putts – Jill Olson 13 Game Of The Day – Jill Colson
July 8, 2020 Division A Low Gross – Morgan Brotzel 41
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Amery welcomes Overby and MRK A ribbon cutting ceremony was held July 9 for Overby Financial Services, Certified Public Accountants and MRK Financial Solutions. In attendance were representatives from the new business, members of the Amery Queen’s Court and past and current Amery Community Club’s Board of Directors. Please join Overby Financial Services, Certified Public Accountants and MRK Financial Solutions, celebrating the opening of their new office in Amery, Wisconsin. Overby Financial Services are certified Public Accountants providing tax, accounting, payroll and financial services to individuals and businesses. The team has nearly 100 years of combined experience in the tax and finance industry. They currently have offices in St. Croix Falls, Clear Lake, and now Amery. We’re able to open this new
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location, in part, due to a new strategic partnership with MRK Financial Solutions – an established, growing, service-oriented firm based in Minnesota.
MRK specializes in broad financial planning and wealth management, but we share a core philosophy that tax implications accompany nearly every financial decision. We
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we operate in a complex and ever-changing tax environment, we are refocusing Overby Financial Services on what we do best – tax and accounting services.
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believe clients receive the best advice when certified public accountants and certified financial planners collaborate on their behalf, and that’s exactly what we intend to do. Because
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Below: Socially distanced spectators enjoyed music by Rex Cactus at last week’s kick off of Summer Thursdays. On deck for the next installment July 16, is Blue Grass Night with The Roe Family Singers (shown above), who have been named Talented MN’s Best Award Winners. Brings chairs, snacks and refreshments and enjoy the fresh air and music at 6p.m.
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CONVENIENT STORE HOURS: For Your Convenience… We Accept Credit Cards, EBT Cards & E-WIC
Baldwin: 715-684-3307 • 6am to 10pm Sunday – Saturday CARIBOU: 5am - 8pm Mon-Fri • 6am - 8pm Sat-Sun Ellsworth: 715-273-5500 • 7am to 9pm Sunday – Saturday CARIBOU: 6am - 6pm Mon-Fri • 7am - 6pm Sat • 8am - 5pm Sun Cumberland: 715-822-4541 • 7am to 9pm Sunday – Saturday Clear Lake: 715-263-2513 7am to 8pm Monday – Saturday • 8am to 8pm Sunday Glenwood City: 715-265-4660 7am to 8pm Monday – Saturday • 8am to 7pm Sunday
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