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present. According to the National Weather Service in Chanhassen, Minn., the damage can be attributed to downdraft winds estimated at 70 to 80 miles per hour. “The southeast portion of Polk County was where this particular storm was localized, and we’ve

More than 30,000 people are expected to pass through the gates of this weekend’s Polk County Fair. That’s almost as many as the entire population of Polk County. And it’s no wonder. In terms of bang for the buck, the Polk County Fair can’t be beat. For the admission price of $6 (Thursday and Sunday) and $8 (Friday and Saturday), visitors can enjoy all of the exhibits and entertainment at the fair has to offer. You’ll only pay for the food you eat and rides at the midway, that’s it. “We don’t charge parking, we don’t charge for THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2222 for extra events at grandstand, we don’t 33, charge VOL. 131 says NO. 19 Fair www.moraminn.com $1.00 Gerianne Chrisall,” Society Member tensen. The entertainment value alone is worth the price of admission. Fairgoers can enjoy acts like country music stars ‘The Wolfe Brothers’ on Thursday, Friday’s Elvis impersonator Joe Sir, The Looney Lutherans Comedy Act on Sunday, and more. That entertainment also includes events like a 4x4 Truck Pull on Friday, and the Demo Derby and Power Wheels Demo Derby for the kids on Sunday. The ADRC building will have plenty of demonstrations for the whole family, from health care topics to soap making. Christensen says they expect roughly 1400

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The Maple Knoll section of Clear Lake’s Municipal Campground was destroyed in Thursday’s early morning storms. Mature toppled trees rendered paths and roads impassable. Here, trees cover the single-lane exit loop of Maple Knoll. Thankfully no one was hurt. The National Weather Service says the damage was due to localized downdraft winds of 70-80 m.p.h.

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A perfect storm of soft ground and high winds takes a toll in Polk Co. BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ

Wednesday’s heavy rains left the ground soft and vulnerable. The storms left the main area of the Clear Lake Campground virtually untouched, while the Maple Knoll area sustained serious damage, rendering the area impassable. City Crews are thankful that the event occurred mid-week, and not while more campers were

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help more young people enter the fields of law enforcement and medicine. Mike Seversen was a Polk County Deputy who was injured by gunfire in the line of duty. He succumbed to his injuries just a few years ago. “These are the two career fields that Mike himself wanted to support because of the support he received from them during his life after he was shot,” says Polk County Sheriff Pete Johnson.

To date, the event has helped raise roughly $7,000 for graduating seniors. And Johnson says he encourages anyone interested in a law enforcement or medical career to apply. He adds, “Even in these seemingly turbulent times, the men and women of the Polk County Sheriff’s Office not only serve them during our working hours, but we continue to work at giving back to our community. This schol-

THE SUN The men and women of the Polk County Sheriff’s Department serve their county in many ways, and on many levels. And after losing one of their own, they’ve made sure to continue his mission too. The Mike Seversen Memorial Golf Tournament is an event that hopes to

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arship is just one of those ways” This year’s Golf Tournament will be held August 1st at Krooked Kreek Golf in Osceola. Cost is $70 per person, and includes 18 holes of golf with a cart and dinner. Shotgun start is at 10 a.m. Raffle and door prizes will also follow dinner. To register or for more information, contact Lori Flandrena at 715-485-8370, or email lorif@co.polk.wi.us.

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Australia’s ‘Wolfe Brothers’ will headline this year’s Polk County Fair BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Headlining opening night of this year’s Polk County Fair is a country-music powerhouse all the way from Australia, and you can see them for the bargain price of just $6. The Wolfe Brothers are billed as ‘Australia’s #1 Country Rock Band,’- launched into the spotlight after their second place appearance on ‘Australia’s Got Talent’ in 2012. The Wolfe Brothers are brothers Nick and Tom Wolfe, and their best mate, guitarist Brodie Rainbird. They all grew up together on the same road in a rural area just outside of Hobart, Australia. During their high school years they all began playing music in different bands, covering songs by their glam rock and heavy metal music heroes. After leaving school they got together to form The Wolfe Brothers, and for six years were weekend warriors playing covers in pubs and clubs across Tasmania. Their on-stage energy and tight sound earned them a legion of fans across the home state - everyone loved to party at their local with The Wolfe Brothers whenever they were in town. The band continues to ride the wave that started for them

in mid-2012 when they captured the attention of Austrialia and were voted into second place in the finals of the nationally televised show ‘Australia’s Got Talent.’

across Australia. In 2016, the Wolfe Brothers spent the better part of three months in Nashville working on their next studio release, which the band believe is

of acclaimed producer Luke Wooten [Dierks Bentley, Brad Paisley and Kellie Pickler]. “The time we spent in Nashville was nothing short of amazing,” says Nick. “From

Brothers Nick and Tom Wolfe, and their best mate, guitarist Brodie Rainbird, are ‘The Wolfe Brothers,’ a county-rock group that gained popularity on 2012’s ‘Australia’s Got Talent.’

After the release of their debut album “IT’S ON” in January 2013, The Wolfe Brothers spent three years on the road playing to sold out crowds

their best work to date. The album is called “This Crazy Life” and was released on June 3, 2016. They recorded the album under the guidance

the moment we got over our jet lag, we began working hard on writing and making new music. We spent the first month writing every day and wound

up with a collection of over 40 songs. We had the opportunity to co-write with some really respected writers, guys like fellow Aussie Phil Barton, who wrote the US number one single Women Like You for Lee Brice. We also worked with Brett Beavers, who has written many number ones for Dierks Bentley, among others, and many more great writers. Nashville is such a creative and inspiring place and I truly believe the songs we’ve put together for this record are leaps and bounds ahead of our previous material. There’s a real inspired feeling within the band and I don’t think we’ve ever been so driven. It’s going to be great to bring these songs back home for everyone.” The Wolfe Brothers will be touring the USA from mid June through to the end of September before returning to Australia for their ‘This Crazy Life International Tour’ in October. Don’t miss their appearance at the 2016 Polk County Fair in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin. The Wolfe Brothers appear on the main stage on Thursday at 8 p.m. Admission is free with Thursday’s $6 paid entry into the fair (children 7 and under are free).

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exhibitors this year, which comes out to thousands more actual items on exhibit. “It is a showcase for our county, for its people. And not just for the people who exhibit. But the local businesses come and show off too,” she says. More than 100 Polk County Business will be in attendance this year. And

they’re all hoping you’ll come on out to St. Croix Falls and say hello. Christensen this year’s fair has plenty of new things to see and do, and also quite a few new food vendors. Thursday morning there are two sessions of a ‘Paint and Take’ event, where fairgoers can get guided instruction on painting a piece called ‘Bloom where you’re planted,’ and all for just $10.

And it wouldn’t be the fair without plenty of animals. Christensen is hopeful for good weather in that department. Livestock shows take place all weekend long, and the Quality Meats sale will be Saturday at 6 p.m. “We have an amazing county fair,” says Christensen. “Most other county fairs don’t compare in terms of number of exhibits and things going on like we do. This is a county fair, put on by

Amery School Board approves July personnel action Board members approved the following personnel action during July’s Amery School Board meeting on July 18. Resignations Vicki DeJager Pound - Intermediate School Special Education Instructor Denise Johnson - School Nutrition Contracts Travis Bauermeister - 4K Teacher Alexandria Toney - 4K Teacher Breanna Ellevold - 2nd Grade Teacher Zahida Severson - Interme-

diate School Special Education Instructor Becky Lorsung - .6 HS English Teacher Lori Pickard - Library Media Specialist Christie Salmon - HS JV Volleyball Coach Kelly Lathrop - HS C Team Volleyball Coach Carl Granica - High School Assistant Football Coach Josh Gould - 50% High School Assistant Coach Tony Gould - 50% High School Assistant Coach Levi Busse - Middle School Assistant Football Coach

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volunteers. And it truly is it’s own engine after a while and it drives us, and it is fun.” For more information on activities and schedules, see the Polk County Fair Guide in this week’s Amery Free Press. Details can also be found online at PolkCountyFair.com.

Six hospitalized when vehicles carrying Boy Scouts crash BONDUEL, Wis. (AP) —Police say six people, including children, were taken to area hospitals after two sport utility vehicles carrying Boy Scouts crashed in Shawano County. The accident happened Saturday morning on Highway 29 near Bonduel. Police say one of the SUVs was towing a trailer with equipment. The driver of that vehicle went off the roadway then overcorrected and lost control. The second SUV hit

the first, and both went off the road. The trailer flipped and the second SUV landed partially on top of the first. Bonduel police Chief Todd Chaney tells the Green Bay Press Gazette that one of the injured, a troop leader, was airlifted to St. Vincent’s Hospital in Green Bay with a head injury. Chaney said he didn’t think any of the injuries were life threatening.

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Polk County Fair Don’t miss any of the fun of this year’s Polk County Fair, July 28 through 31 at the Polk County Fairgrounds in St. Croix Falls. Grandstand events include a horse pull Thursday at 8 p.m., the 4x4 Truck Pull Friday at 7 p.m., a garden tractor pull Saturday at 10 a.m. and Tractor Pull at 4:30 p.m., and the Demo Derby and Power Wheels Demo Sunday at 1:00 p.m. The main stage will be busy all weekend long with magic shows, music, and other fun entertainment. For more information and full schedule of events, visit polkcountyfair. com.

JULY 30 Clayton Lions Brewfest Clayton Lions will host Brewfest from noon to five at Turtle Creek Glen (654 Turtle Creek Trail, Clayton). Tickets at the gate are $30, or advanced tickets can be purchased at ticketderby.com or 7 Brothers Bar and Grill for $25.

Cat Video Festival Watch favorite cat videos, capture a memory of the festival in a photo with galaxy cat background, participate in origami claw making and an obstacle course made of cardboard. Kids are encouraged to come in cat costume. Osceola Lions Club will serve food. Event sponsored by Arnell Memorial Humane Society in Amery, serving Polk County, in conjunction with Osceola library. Fun begins at 8 p.m. at Osceola Millpond Park, Osceola, Wis. Lawn chairs and blankets suggested.

AUGUST 1 Woman’s Club Picnic The Amery Woman’s Club is holding a Summer Picnic on Monday, August 1 at Michael Park gathering at 4:30 p.m. Scholarship winner will be introduced. For other information call Nell Anderson, 715573-4697.

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Thanking our officers On Monday July 18, Amery officers received a small but timely gift of appreciation from the residents and staff of Amery Memory Care. They were presented with a clever gift which included treats and a message of appreciation. The note of the outside of their kits read: “‘Survival Kit for Law Enforcement Officers’ Lifesavers - to remind you of the many times you been ours. Starburst – for the burst of energy that you need. Payday – since you’re not doing it for the money. Hershey kisses – to show our love for you. Gum – to help everyone stick together. Tootsie Roll – you have to roll with the punches. Smarties – To give you wisdom for those split second decisions. Peppermint Patty – to help you keep your cool. Snickers – to help you keep your humor. Mounds – for the mounds of courage you show. Thank you for all that you do to keep our community safe. We are truly blessed with an amazing group of men and women who protect and serve Amery with respect, kindness, and dignity!”

Mike Seversen Memorial Golf Tournament The Polk County Sheriff’s Department invites you to the Mike Seversen Memorial Golf Tournament, to honor former law Enforcement Officer Mike Severson, who died from injuries sustained while on duty. Proceeds will provide scholarships for local students planning on a career in law enforcement. Register up to the day of the event (teams of 4). Cost is $70 per person and includes 18 holes of golf with cart and dinner. Hole-in-one Grand Prize is a 2016 Dodge Ram 1500 Crew Cab. Shot gun start is 10 a.m. at Krooked Kreek Golf in Osceola. Dinner at 3:30 p.m. Contact Lori Flandrena for more information, 715-485-8370, or lorif@ co.polk.wi.us.

AUGUST 9 Amery Hospital Golf Classic Amery Hospital Foundation invites you to join them for the 28th Annual Golf Classic and Social Fundraiser on August 9 at the Amery Golf Club. Begins at 12:30 p.m. with social time and dinner from 3 to 7 p.m. Cash bar open. Raffle items, games and more. To register or for more information contact Jaci at 715-268-0315.

AUGUST 9-11, 16-18 Pioneer Schooling The Polk County Historical Society will be holding two ‘Pioneer Schooling’ sessions this

August, for children age 6-14 who are interested in experiencing reading, writing, and arithmetic lessions as taught 100 years ago. Cost is $35 per child, and will be held at the Lanesdale School in Balsam Lake. Students are asked to dress in period attire, costumes available. Sessions are August 9-11 or 16-18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Must register by August 1. Contact Vera for more information at 715-4859269.

AUGUST 11 Amery Community Center Birthday Party Those with July/August/ September birthdays, and anyone else who would like to come, can join the fun Thursday August 11th for a Western Hoe-Down! Dress in your best Western attire and be eligible to win over $100 in door prizes. Music by Dick Armbruster will start at 11:30 and lunch will be served at noon. The cost is $6 for members and $7 for guests. Reserve by August 8.

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

show from 5:00 to 9:30 p.m.

AUGUST 27 ‘Autocross’ event See exotic sports cars competing in an “autocross” at Amery Municipal Airport. The event is put on by the Minnesota Austin Healey Club and features about 80 cars that race against the clock. Food available on grounds. Racing begins about 10:30 a.m. and runs until about 5 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.

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AUGUST 27 Hot Days Vendor Event Watch the Amery Community Center transform into a mini-mall on August 27 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. We will have lots of vendors to visit and many items to purchase. Come check us out!

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‘City of Lakes’ open The 7th Annual ‘City of Lakes’ Open Golf Tournament will be held at the Amery Golf Club, hosted by the Amery Lions Club. Cost is $80 per player, with proceeds to help offset the cost of providing technology to middle school students. Event includes golf, cart, and instruction by Golf Pro Steve Wilhelm. Register up until the day of the event. For more information contact an Amery Lions Club member.

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So let me get this out of the way from the first paragraph. I am not going anywhere, I love my job and the paper is doing well. In fact, this week marks my fourth anniversary in Wisconsin. So why the cryptic title? It’s quite simple, actually. According to some folks, the world as we know it will end on Friday, July 29. For those of our subscribers who get the paper late, I apologize if the news of the apocalypse, as well as my unique take on it, has arrived too late. That darned postal service… In the latest “yes, the world is Publisher REALLY ending” scenario, put Tom Stangl forth by the folks at “End Time Prophecies,” a polar flip will be the end of us all. A polar flip is not something you buy at an ice cream parlor, it is a real thing, according to the scientists at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). Called a pole reversal, shifting liquid iron in the earth’s core gradually shifts as the magnetic North Pole gradually works its way north. A reversal occurs every 200,000 to 300,000 years and we are overdue for one, with 780,000 years elapsing since the last reversal. Sediment in the ocean and the fossil record have been used by scientists to gage the times when the magnetic flips have occurred. According to one of the many articles I read online about the end of the world and the pole reversal, scientists have noticed during the recording of movements over the past century that it has sped up. The magnetic North Pole has moved over 600 miles northward since being located by scientists in the early 19th century. Scientists estimate the pole is migrating northward about 40 miles per year, as opposed to about 10 miles per year in the early 20th century. NASA scientists predict that the drifting has become more intense since June 14 and predict activity will subside on August 19. Hence, the prediction of the end of the world. I read a pretty good science fiction book a few years ago that predicted this very scenario. Antarctica became a lush and verdant island while other areas — like the Midwest — became polar wastelands. End Time Prophecies has produced a 17-minute-long video that explains how THIS end of the world is the REAL one. It can be viewed — where else — on YouTube. As I write this column, the video has 1.2 million views and over 2,600 comments. The comments range from true believers to folks upset about buying Pokémon Go items to others relieved that they won t have to see Donald Trump as president. It is social media, after all. The truth is that no one knows when the end will occur, and I believe it is a good thing we don’t know the time of the end. I do know that we need be more kind and tolerant of each other if we are to survive as a society and a people. The senseless violence we have seen this year needs to end. Who will finally say, “this far, no further” and break the cycle? If the world does end on Friday, I’d like to thank you for reading the column. If it doesn’t, I hope to visit with you next week. 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.

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Walker’s Standing

Only 38 percent of the 801 persons quizzed in the latest Marquette University Law School poll have a favorable view of Gov. Scott Walker, while 58 percent have an unfavorable view. Walker, who is expected to seek a third term in 2018, recently reported raising over $1 million in his political account in the last six months, but had a balance of just $160,000. Those figures are deceptive. The thing Walker may need most is a couple of Democratic candidates to denounce. This is an era of resentment politics – it’s often easier to criticize than Capitol promote your Newsletter own ideas. ControverMatt Pommer sies continue to surface in the GOP-solid Wisconsin. A controversial Vilas County land swap deal between the state and a major contributor to Walker’s political campaigns is headed for examination by the Natural Resources Board controlled by Walker appointees. On another front, the DNR has come under criticism for the drop in prosecutions of water pollution cases. The number of DNR employees has declined dramatically in recent years, reflecting both

budget cuts and early retirement by a number of veteran employees. Changes to Wisconsin’s civil service law promoted by the Walker administration and approved by the GOP-controlled Legislature now are now taking effect. One dramatic change is moving to a resume-based selection process rather than actually testing applicants for state government jobs. Critics say it invites cronyism and a spoils system. Walker says it will speed up the hiring system. The governor had scaled back Medicaid coverage after refusing to accept federal funds for an expanded program under Obamacare. The governor said Wisconsin wouldn’t participate in expanded Medicaid because the federal government couldn’t afford it. The federal government is paying 90 percent of the added cost for states which accepted the expansion. Budget decisions have been controversial in Walker’s six years in office. Wisconsin has adopted an agricultural and manufacturing tax credit system which dramatically lowers corporate income tax collections. Estimates say it will provide more than a quarter billion dollars in tax breaks. Walker drew national attention for crippling public employee unions in 2011 and then winning a hostile recall election orchestrated by the labor movement. Later, Walker signed a right-to-work law

allowing workers to avoid paying union dues. Prevailing-wage laws affecting many public works projects also are scheduled to change. Among controversial budget cuts are a quarter billion dollars in state money for the University of Wisconsin System. Administration changes aimed at eliminating faculty tenure and tossing out the century old “Wisconsin Idea” also drew statewide attention. Newer controversies include how to provide care for 66,000 of the state’s elderly poor and disabled citizens. Should it be handled by large for-profit corporations? Also lurking in the wings is the FBI’s investigation into alleged staff problems at youth correctional facilities in northern Wisconsin. That seems like a full plate of political questions for 2018. Walker has proved he can easily raise millions of dollars in an election year. He also is setting the stage by conducting more than 50 “listening sessions” across the state. Alas, those sessions have been closed to the press. The content in this column does not reflect the views or opinions of the Wisconsin Newspaper Association or its member newspapers.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Last week for letters This edition is the last issue for those seeking to influence the outcome of the Aug. 9 Primary Election. Letters printed in next week’s edition will be paid advertisements and marked accordingly. Letters cost $20 for a 400 word or less letter. Tom Stangl, Publisher

A new highway building? To the Editor: After working for the Highway Department for 251/2 years, I would like to say a little about having a new highway facility. I can’t see that they have outgrown the building. Referendum from Feb. 19, 2008, 83% of highway equipment valued at $5,081,259 is stored outside. We had at least 83% outside and at today’s prices we had well over a $5,000,000. We had 88 pieces of equipment to include 2 crushers, 3 large power shovels, 6 power scrapers, hot mix plant, rollers, dozers, 5 trailers-semis, plus much more equipment. All but trucks and graders were outside year round. Energy costs to plug in equipment is $11,600 cost per year. For over 50 years there were no plug-ins and very few times did any truck or grader not start. Cost of heating old building $1.578 per sq. ft. New building $1.57 per sq. ft. But they have five different ways to heating the new building. So how can they figure cost of heating. A lot of the things that need repair are normal maintenance, plumbing, electric, roof leak. Salt storage undersized. We have no more roads than we ever had, got by and today they have 2 more large salt sheds, more than before. Why do we need so much salt? I don’t see they are putting on that much more. That also becomes an environmental problem with too much salt. I think there are better places for that money. Road repairs or even taxes cut, which you can almost bet will never come. Dennis McKinney Luck, Wis.

Troubled by dairy expansion To the Editor: The Emerald Town Board denied a citizen-led resolution asking them to support a one-year moratorium and Environmental Impact Study prior to expanding Emerald Sky Dairy to over 6,000 cows. There are 90 families within a 2 mile radius of Emerald Sky Dairy concerned about this expansion because of the proposed 80 million gallons of sewage stored on-site, equal to a city of 1.4 million people according to EPA estimates. Recent history in other parts of Wisconsin (Kewaunee County) reveal our State Government’s inability to protect water quality when one third of the tested private wells in the vicinity of these industrial dairies were contaminated with bacteria and nitrates. Our State Government gave itself an “F” for protecting our water quality in their Legislative Audit Bureau report last month. The DNR’s Secretary agreed with the findings of the report. These are significant facts – not to be ignored. When some say, “I don’t care what happened in Kewaunee County,” they miss the point how our State government failed to protect our water quality. When no one is “watching the store” businesses have opportunity and incentive to “cut corners” and others (we) pay the price. The cost of drilling a new well can exceed $20,000 for a homeowner, and is not covered by insurance. This affects you because a compromised lagoon or over application of manure in fields can spread this contamination throughout the County quickly. Dry Run Creek runs behind Emerald Sky Dairy, into the Willow River through New Richmond, Willow River State Park, Lake Mallalieu, and into the St. Croix River. Get educated about this issue. You can visit www. SaveEmeraldWater.com for more info and contact

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State and local elected officials asking them to protect our drinking water and quality of life in St. Croix County. Kim Dupre Emerald, Wis.

Difficulty with computers To the Editor: I do not know if people realize the difficulty older people, like Hillary Clinton and I, have with computers. A few days ago, someone whom I admire said to me: “Some things you say on the internet I agree with whole-heartedly; some things I disagree with.” Now I was not aware that I had even sent any messages to this man. I had sent it to other people, but not this person. Then I realized that placing an item on the internet is not like sending a letter, it is like sending a message to the whole world. Now Hillary Clinton and I should have known better. After all, computers are not rocket science. Nonetheless, I have empathy with Hillary Clinton. She had lots of work to do, and the computers at the state department were not up to snuff. After all, she was Secretary of State. She had many messages to send to many people. So she set up her own system in order to get her work done. She felt responsibility to do the best job possible. She also got a small unit to do work on airplanes as she traveled around the world. We all know the result. She innocently got reprimanded, and she almost got herself in prison for doing so — simply because she was trying to do her job well. She was trying to be super-responsible, but she was somewhat ignorant, as many of us older people are. One thing is certain. Neither she nor I will make the same mistake again. Thomas Kessler Amery, Wis.

Elections Are About Choices To the Editor: The 28th District Assembly race, like all elections, is a choice. In this race, conservative, Republican Adam Jarchow is being Challenged by liberal, Democrat Jeff Peterson. Unfortunately, Mr. Peterson has been running a pretty negative campaign. Instead of focusing on issues and presenting where he stands, Mr. Peterson seems more interested in attacking Adam Jarchow. So let’s talk about a few issues and I think you’ll see the choice is clear. I have picked 10 issues to discuss and below are the first five as I am limited to 400 words. I will hopefully get the next five in a future issue. 1. Jobs. Adam has supported pro-growth policies which have resulted in the lowest unemployment rate in 15 years. More people than ever are working in Wisconsin. For example, Adam has long supported the Manufacturing and Ag tax credit which lowers the cost to manufacture goods in Wisconsin. This has resulted in Wisconsin’s manufacturing rebound to outpace the national average. Peterson has publicly criticized the Manufacturing tax credit. 2. Welfare Reform. Jarchow voted to require able bodied adults on public assistance to be working, to look for a job, or to be in job training. Jarchow voted to require drug testing for certain public benefits and to require those on food stamps to buy healthy food instead of junk food. This has helped get more people back to work and off the government dole. Peterson has opposed these efforts. 3. Taxes. Jarchow has campaigned on and voted for lower taxes. Jarchow believes our tax burden is much too high. In Peterson’s lone term on the County Board, he voted for a tax levy increase of 13%. The voters were not impressed and tossed Peterson out in the very next election. 4. Guns. There may be no bigger fighter for the 2nd Amendment than Adam Jarchow. He has publicly dueled with Madison Democrats on a whole range of gun ban proposals. Peterson has publicly questioned how much the Second Amendment should

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protect gun rights. 5. Abortion. Jarchow is pro-life and has been endorsed by Wisconsin Right to Life. Peterson appears to be a supporter of all abortion rights with no restriction no matter how far along the pregnancy is. He also appears to support government funding of abortion. These are just 5 of the 10 reasons why we should keep Adam Jarchow fighting for us in the State Assembly. R J Hartung Dresser, Wis.

State Superintendent key in local education issues To the Editor: Dr. Lowell Holtz is running for State Superintendent of Schools, one of the most powerful positions in the state. The Governor and the legislators have no power over the decisions made by the Superintendent of Schools. While the Office of State Superintendent is non-partisan, many believe that the current Superintendent has been very political in shaping educational policies. Wisconsin is supposed to be a local-control state where citizens play an active role in developing academic and behavioral standards for local schools. Too many citizens have tried to express their concerns about academic standards, etc. at the local level, but the current Superintendent has established policies that many believe ignore these laws and prevent citizens from becoming involved. As a citizen, I am looking forward to meeting Dr. Holtz as he travels the state campaigning. I want to ask him many questions including, “What changes will you make to motivate school boards to encourage citizens to become actively involved at the local level?” Dr. Holtz has a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Cardinal Stritch University and a Master of Science Degree from UW-Madison in Educational Administration emphasizing curriculum. Dr. Holtz has been a district administrator for three different school districts over the last 14 years. I believe Dr. Holtz is qualified to give answers to my questions. Typically, few people vote in the elections held for State Superintendent. As a result, Wisconsin has an educational system which has taught generations of children that Socialism is as good as our Constitutional Republic. Socialism is the opposite of a Constitutional Republic and the opposite of freedom. I will not forget to vote for State Superintendent this time. Margaret Garey Birchwood, Wis.

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Trial scheduled in real life ‘Fifty Shades’ case BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

POLK COUNTY, Wis.—In a case that has played out like the pages of a paperback novel, a former Amery resident may finally see his day in court. James J. Wien, 65, formerly of Amery and now living in Birchwood, was charged with alleged 2nd degree sexual assault, false imprisonment, battery, and child Wien abuse in December of 2013, nearly two and a half years ago. The charges stem from a once-consensual arrangement gone sour, in which Wien and the victim began a

relationship after meeting on a fetish and bondage website in 2012. According to the criminal complaint, the victim learned that Wien was in a sexual relationship with several other women, at which time she no longer wanted to be in the arrangement. She also alleges that Wien threatened and assaulted her 13-year-old son, resulting in charges of child abuse. The delay in the case is multi-faceted. The defense alleges that the arrangement between Wien and the female victim was consensual. The prosecution, however, would like to include evidence of a similar case against Wien from 2006, in which Wien was also charged with several counts of sexual assault, false imprisonment and battery. That case involved a wom-

Cumberland juvenile leads police on chase A police chase in Cumberland ended without incident, thanks to quick work by local authorities. According to Barron County Sheriff Chris Fitzgerald, on Thursday, July 21, 2016 the Barron County Sheriff’s Department received a call from 1154 20th Avenue in Cumberland in reference to an out-of-control 16-year-old male. While deputies were enroute to the scene, dispatch was advised that the juvenile had left in a small Ford Ranger truck. When authorities attempted to pull the vehicle over, the juvenile refused to stop and a four and one-half mile

chase followed. During the chase stop sticks were deployed puncturing two tires on the truck. The truck then drove through a corn field and around a barn before coming to a stop in a manure pit. The 16 year old was taken into custody and transported to the Eau Claire Juvenile Detention Center where he is being held. No injuries occurred and the Barron County Sheriff’s Department was assisted by the Cumberland and Barron Police Departments.

an that Wien had met in a chat room. Wien allegedly drove across the state to pick the woman up, and when she reportedly had second thoughts about going with Wien, he allegedly held her against her will at his Amery residence without a way to return home. That case was dismissed after one year, when evidence from Wien’s computer could not be processed in time to meet the court’s deadlines. The delay in this most recent case is largely due to the dispute over whether or not to include evidence from the 2006 case. Thus far, Judge Anderson has denied several defense motions to exclude the evidence. Adding to the drawn out timeline in the case, in November of 2014, Wien’s attorney asserted that his client would not be able to attend a scheduled ap-

pearance because he was severely ill with pneumonia. When a trial was subsequently scheduled for February of 2015, it failed to proceed because of evidentiary disputes. In a more recent delay, Wien’s attorney also resigned from the case in April, citing Wien’s failure to meet the financial obligations of his representation. Wien’s new attorney has taken a bit of time to get up to speed on the matter, but in a letter fi led June 20, she stated that she intended to request a trial date. Polk County District Attorney Daniel Steffen is not optimistic about the matter being settled out of court. Currently a jury trial is scheduled for September.

Amery couple charged after alleged child abuse Plea hearings have been scheduled in the case of an Amery couple charged with child abuse and inflicting mental harm to four juvenile relatives. Erica J. Spurrell, 31 of Amery, and her husband, 35-year-old Nathan Spurrell were charged on June 27 with five counts each of causing mental harm to a child, a class F felony. Mr. Spurrell was also charged with alleged physical abuse of a child, a class I felony, while Mrs. Spurrell was charged with failing to prevent bodily harm in the matter, a class H felony.

According to the criminal complaints, the juveniles alleged during separate interviews that Mr. Spurrell would spank them with his hand, a spoon, or a belt to the point of leaving bruises, as well as kick them with a steel-toed boot. According to the complaint, during one alleged incident, several of the children reported being asked to go into a shed. During their interviews, the children reported being afraid of Mr. Spurrell, stating that he would only be nice when other people were around or at a special event like a wedding.

The complaint also includes the investigator’s comments on the matter, stating that after having first met the children, “it was immediately obvious that the children had endured significant trauma.” Both Mr. and Mrs. Spurrell have been charged with six felony counts each in the matter. In addition to monetary penalties, the charges in total carry a maximum penalty of more than 65 years in prison for each case. Plea hearings in both cases have been scheduled for August 17.

Polk County Circuit Court Appearance date: July 5, 2016 Mitchell G. Anderson, 34, Star Prairie, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Marie Janice Arcand, 71, Hugo, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30. Melissa A. Bearhart, 36, Danbury, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30. Ricky James Bedell, 36, Pine City, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (45+ mph), $515.50. Nicholas Anthony Birrenbach, 25, Balsam Lake, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30. Samantha Lynn Blackwell, 23, Clear Lake, display unauthorized vehicle registration plate, $238.30; operating while suspended, $200.50. Andre L. Blanchard, 51, Amery, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30. Warren Lee Brandt, 65, Prescott, FYR violation – green traffic arrow, $175.30.

Michael L. Brinkman 47, Somerset, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30. Travis Vernon Byl, 24, St. Croix Falls, operating while suspended, $200.50; operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50. Edward M. Davis Jr., 57, Frederic, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50. Derek R. Degidio, 31, Amery, operate motorcycle without valid license, $200.50. Dwayne Lowell Dreyer, 62, Frederic, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. James Edwin Easland, 19, Frederic, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30; operating while suspended, $200.50. Ann Marie Ehlers, 48, La Crosse, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30. Pedro Espinosa-Emilian, 35, Minneapolis, MN, operate without valid license (1st viola-

tion), $200.50. Brady Lee Evans, 17, Frederic, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30. Katlyn M. Fouks, 18, Amery, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30. Jesse Allen Gjerdahl, 25, Luck, operating while suspended, $200.50. Brett L. Johnson, 16, Dresser, failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10; operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50. Jesse J. Johnson, 34, Ladysmith, operating while suspended, $200.50. Denise R. Kunkel, 54, Amery, failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10. Jenna S. Laqua, 18, Frederic, speeding on city highway (2024 mph), $225.70. Steven Joseph Leisch, 25, Amery, operator violate red traffic light, $175.30. Jeffrey J. Leonard, 44, Ellsworth, operating while suspended, $200.50.

Timothy J. Mannie, 59, Balsam Lake, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Nou Moua, 44, Brooklyn Park, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (16-19 mph), $200.50. Dalton Raymond Paulson, 22, Eau Claire, inattentive driving, $187.90. Farrah J. Pierre, 27, Frederic, speeding on city highway (1-10 mph), $175.30. David William Priebe, 68, Frederic, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10. Karlee Kay Prince, 19, Ashland, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30. Juan Roberto Ramirez Martinez, 27, Centuria, operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50. Jeremy Edward Roy, 20, Siren, fail to follow indicated turn, $175.30. Michelle Jean Sandberg, 30, Luck, speeding in 55 mph zone (20-24 mph), $225.70. Zachary Ryan Schmidt, 19,

Frederic, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30. Ashley Joy Stenhaug, 25, Blaine, MN, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Justin Ryan Swanson, 36, St. Croix Falls, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30. Hunter Delray Vangilder, 20, Rice Lake, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30. John Joseph Warner, 45, Coon Rapids, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30. Tyler Steven Wente, 30, Osceola, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30. Mary Jo Weyand, 58, Prescott, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30. Julie M. White, 43, Taylor, speeding in 55 mph zone (16-19 mph), $200.50.

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Reports in Support of Probable Cause Polk County Sheriff’s Dept. Monday, July 25, 2016 Brittany S. Winger, 26, Turtle Lake was arrested July 19 for a probation hold. Courtney A. Driscoll, 25, St. Croix Falls was arrested July 19 for a probation hold. Jesse J. Unruh, 26, Barron was arrested on July 19 for a probation hold. Matthew C. Maulson, 30, Lac Du Flambeau was arrested July 20 for a probation hold. Jeremiah D. Alling, 30, Comstock was arrested on July 20 for a DOC warrant. Daniel L. Terry, 38, Somerset was arrested July 20 for failure-to-appear warrants. Mark J. Tucker, 34, St. Croix Falls was arrested July 22 for probation hold.

Joshua A. White, 31, Centuria was arrested on July 22 for felony bail jumping. Jacob L. Reardon, 19, Osceola was arrested July 22 for Polk County warrants. Tyler J. Mikkola, 21, Ironwood, Mich. was arrested July 24 for a failure-to-appear warrant. Hans Z. Willis, 30, New Richmond was arrested July 23 for a Polk County warrant. Randal A. Birk, 57, Frederic was arrested July 24 for a Douglas County body warrant. Tisha R. Belille, 27, Hayward was arrested July 24 for a warrant for manufacture/ delivery of meth in Bayfield County. Erin Riewestahl, 41, Cum-

berland was arrested July 22 for OWI 2nd and PAC 2nd. Michael D. Green Jr., 34, Frederic was arrested July 22 for OWI 3rd. Kenneth W. Heller, 47, Osceola was arrested on July 18 for domestic disorderly conduct, possession of drug paraphernalia, obstruction, and probation hold. Justin K. Luke, 30, Amery was arrested July 19 for battery and disorderly conduct. Daniel C. Bush, 30, Osceola was arrested on July 20 for possession of methamphetamine and possession of psilocybin (mushrooms). Stanley C. Siler, 30, Menomonie was arrested July 21 for false imprisonment and pandering.

Krystie L. Heller, 18, Hammond was arrested July 21 for prostitution. Todd C. Measner, 49, Amery was arrested July 21 for battery, disorderly conduct, and restraining order violation. Travis W. Hoisington, 32, Osceola was arrested July 22 for domestic damage to property and domestic disorderly conduct. Matt S. Smith, 20, Onamia, Minn. was arrested July 24 for Pine County probation hold and felon in possession of a fi rearm. Jennifer A. Langevin, 24, Osceola was arrested July 24 for domestic disorderly conduct. Brian J. Kelly, 36, Minneapolis, Minn. was arrested July

24 for domestic disorderly conduct. Heather A. Nelson, 40, Turtle Lake was arrested for felony bail jumping, domestic disorderly conduct, and obstructing an officer. These entries are based on information provided in a Probable Cause Report (facts reported by the officer at time of arrest). These alleged incidents are not a reflection of the information brought forth in a formal criminal complaint or formal charge, which may be amended by the district attorney. As always, an arrested person is presumed innocent until convicted by a judge or jury.

Local convicted sex offender re-offends, returns to prison for now BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

A case that’s winding its way through the Polk County Court System may grant one former area resident his wish of being locked up, for a very long time. Kyle T. McCarty, 30, formerly of Clayton, Amery, and Balsam Lake, was convicted in a 2007 case involving the exploitation of pornographic cell phone images taken of a ten-year-old boy he knew. According to the criminal complaint, McCarty reportedly

told the boy he could make money selling the images online. He served four years in prison, and was also sentenced to an additional 15 years of extended supervision in the matter. After his release, while living in Clayton just blocks from the McCarty school, McCarty was arrested again in 2013 for a parole violation. While in custody

at the Polk County Jail, a phone McCarty had been using was discovered to contain pornographic images of adolescent boys. According to the criminal complaint, McCarty told authorities “he was glad he got caught and would plead guilty to any images of child porn so he could go back to prison, which is where he felt he needed to be to be safe.” McCarty was sent to Oshkosh Correctional Facility in October of 2015 and charged with four counts of possession of child pornography, all as

Amery Police Report 07/15/2016 – 07/21/2016 07/15/16, 03:20PM, Police were dispatched for a motor vehicle accident in a parking lot. 07/15/16, 04:00PM, Police were dispatched for a gas drive off. 07/15/16, 04:51PM, Police were dispatched for a child custody issue. 07/15/16, 07:40PM, Police were dispatched for a welfare check 07/15/16, 08:03PM, Police responded to assist EMS on a medical call. 07/15/16, 08:49PM, Police were dispatched for 911 hang up. 07/15/16, 12:22AM, Police assist in a mental health issue. 07/16/16, 10:35AM, Police assist other law enforcement in locating an individual. 07/16/16, 11:05AM, Police were dispatched for suspicious activity at a local business. 07/16/16, 05:15PM, Police assist EMS with a medical call. 07/16/16, 07:15PM, Police were dispatched for a juvenile call. 07/16/16, 11:46PM, Police respond to front door alarm at a local business. 07/17/16, 12:43AM, Po-

lice were dispatched to a disturbance at a local business. 07/17/16, 03:28AM, Police were dispatched to assist other law enforcement with ATV accident. 07/17/16, 05:35AM, Police responded to report of a disturbance at a local business. 07/17/16, 11:32AM, Police assist in a child custody issue. 07/17/16, 05:50PM, Police were dispatched for 911 hang up. 07/17/16, 06:18PM, Police were dispatched for gas drive off. 07/17/16, 07:39PM, Police were dispatched for 911 hang up. 07/17/16, 10:46PM, Police investigate a report of suspicious activity. 07/18/16, 09:07PM, Police respond to a motor vehicle accident in a parking lot. 07/18/16, 09:52PM, Police assist other law enforcement at ARMC. 07/18/16, 10:58PM, Police were dispatched for an animal control call. 07/19/16, 07:36PM, Police assist other law enforcement in attempt to locate an individual. 07/19/16, 10:01PM, Police assist other law enforce-

ment with a car vs. deer accident. 07/20/16, 02:07AM, Police assist a stranded citizen. 7/20/16, 3:45 PM, Police responded to a motor vehicle accident in a parking lot. 7/20/16, 4:45 PM, Police responded to assist a citizen at Michael Park. 07/20/16, 7:56 PM, Police responded to a report of a theft from vehicle. 07/21/16, 4:50 AM, Police were dispatched to an alarm at Amery High School. 07/21/16, 1:40 PM, Police were dispatched for a juvenile call. 07/21/16, 2:10 PM, Police were dispatched to a twocar crash. 07/21/16, 2:15 PM, Police responded for a possible restraining order violation. 07/22/16, 1:03 AM, Police responded for a Disorderly Conduct call. 07/22/16, 4:36 AM, Police responded to a noise complaint.

‘repeater’ offenses. With the ‘repeater’ modifier, a conviction carries greater weight. In each of the four counts, if McCarty is found guilty, he must be sentenced to at least three but no more than 25 years in prison. In other words, McCarty could potentially be sentenced to an additional twelve years to life in prison, if convicted. A pre-trial conference on the matter is scheduled for October.

Man tries to outsmart alleged prostitute after being ripped off BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

A rendezvous in Amery facilitated through the online social site meetme.com allegedly had less-than-pure intentions, ending with a trip to Polk County Jail for both Stanley C. Siler, 30, of Menomonie, and Krystle L. Heller, 18, of Hammond. According to police reports, Siler Siler told authorities he had arranged to meet with Heller (aka ‘Olivia’) on two previous occasions, and both times they agreed that she would provide sexual services in exchange for money. Siler said that he paid up front, and both times Heller ‘disappeared’ with the money, leaving the vehicle and not Heller returning. In an attempt to outsmart Heller and confront her about being ripped off, Siler told authorities that he made ar-

rangements to meet her again, but this time disguised his phone number and his vehicle so that she wouldn’t know who he was. Siler also admitted to breaking the passenger door handle so she could not be able to leave the truck and take his money again. The pair arranged to meet in Amery on July 21. Heller told authorities that when she gave Siler directions to her home he said, “We’re not going there,” and refused to let her out of the vehicle. Authorities were called just shortly after midnight when Heller called 911 to report being kidnapped. The call prompted Siler to let Heller out of the vehicle along County Road F, and flee toward Clear Lake. Authorities caught up with Siler after his pickup was discovered crashed near the intersection of 70th Street and 20th Avenue. He was carrying a firearm and was disarmed at the scene. According to police reports, Heller allegedly admitted to the prostitution activity and was subsequently arrested. Siler was also arrested at the scene for false imprisonment and pandering.

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uled at St. Croix Falls on Sunday, July 30. Drivers will be coming from a seven-state area, as well as Canada. The races will be sanctioned by Midwest Power Boat Association, the nation’s fastest and largest racing association. Commodore Fred Peter of St. Paul, promises a full afternoon of some 24 heats of racing with the speeds varying from 65 to 125 miles per hour. The top race of the day will be the Class “P” Hydros. These boats have a top speed of 125 miles per hour and are powered by 60 cubic inch modified engines.

Infantile Paralysis Providence reports the first of the season’s cases of infantile paralysis, and so the summer season is early ushered in grimly enough. The epidemic of last summer was impressive. What has been learned from it? The promise of a successful preventive or cure for this distressful disease has not been redeemed, and though hope is constantly at hand the experts in research will have something to offer, the menace is tragically constant.

90 Years Ago July 29, 1926 Obstinate Man Makes Trouble for Golfers The thirty-four-stroke par of the Pierre S.D. Country Club’s golf course has been raised one stroke because of the obstinacy of a recluse who built himself a house on the links. The hermit had lived for years in a shack on the Missouri river bank, but when the city acquired the riverfront for a park it drove him out. The golf course is situated on a subdivision that was laid out eleven years ago and cut into lots. Nobody built on any of the lots, so the country club acquired them for links. Many of the owners lived in distant states and had all but forgotten the property. The recluse recalled that among his few worldly possessions was a lot on the golf course. He located it and hastily constructed a hut. The next day golfers found it looming 30 yards from the of the fifth Yesterday’s tee hole, squarely News blocking the green. Diane Stangl The owner asked too much for the lot, so the house will stay, and the golfers will use the mashie from the tee, and par for the hole will be five instead of four.

85 Years Ago July 30, 1931 2nd Annual Farmers Picnic Arrangements have been all but completed for the mammoth free farmer’s picnic to be held at the Sylvester farm in South Amery, all day, Tuesday, August 4th. Music, speeches, sports, races, lemonade, ice cream, etc. and everything as free as the air you breathe. The various committees working under the main steering committee have shown an efficiency and a will to work that is commendable and you are assured a wonderful time at this great get-together event. Come on in – EVERYBODY – bring the family and a lunch and enjoy a grand day’s outing at one of the coolest spots in this locality. The meeting with

Escapes Injury in Accident Monday

Motorcyclists Ready To Roll These dashing young men of the road posed for a photo on their Excelsior motorcycles in front of the J. H. Olson building in Amery, back in about 1914 or 1915. Pictured left to right are: Ole Olson, Vin Christensen, Aldo Stenberg (standing), Tom Riste, two unknown gentlemen, Bill Clemensen, Rudy Burman, Henry Olson and another unknown. The building was later remodeled and became the Michael Dry Cleaners.

old family and friends and acquaintances that you could only see at an occasion of this kind will be an especial pleasure. The stores will be closed from 11:30 until 2:30 in order that businessmen and their employees may join in the festivities. Come meet and hob nob with old time friends and acquaintances and make new friends and meet new people, who, like you and I, help make up the Amery Community. A free pavement dance will be given from 8:30 until 9:30 p.m. after which a very nominal charge will be made and the dance continued with Oscar Danielson’s famous orchestra, furnishing the music.

75 Years Ago July 24, 1941 Henry Anderson Barn Destroyed The barn on the farm of Henry Anderson in Lincoln, just north of the city, was destroyed by fire last Thursday afternoon about 4:00 o’clock. A bolt of lightning struck the barn while Mr. Anderson’s son, Eddie was working just outside. No one was hurt. The loss includes 30 ton of hay, and a few miscellaneous articles. A bull and two heifers were led out of the barn by Eddie, after the fire started. The Amery fire department quickly responded, were hampered again by automobiles getting in the way on county trunk H just off 46, and then the truck ran out of gasoline just as firemen had started the pump to draw water from the pond to put out the fire. Firemen worked quickly and efficiently to save the granary and machine shed which were in immediate danger for a time.

Polk Co. Fair on Sunday? County Ministers Say “No!” The Polk County Fair Board headed by president J. A. Mack of St. Croix Falls, has “run into something”. In the boards decision to

again hold the Polk County fair on Sunday this year it has brought upon itself the censure of many of Polk County’s clergymen who have drawn up resolutions condemning the practice. “On June 6, the resolutions were drawn up and sent to the fair directors”, the Free Press was informed by the American Lutheran Conference Pastoral Assoc. of which Rev. H. O. Scobey of Deronda is secretary. “The resolutions” Rev. Scobey said, “are a protest to the recent practice and decision of the fair board to hold the county fair on Sunday, and they request that the decision be rescinded. This request was included in the dispatch of the resolutions, and asked the board to reply. In that the board has ignored the communications and failed to comply with this reasonable request, the Pastoral conference asked the Free Press to publish the resolutions, in order that the people of Polk County who believe that our national security and moral and spiritual welfare is bound up with safe-guarding Gods Holy Day of rest, may know that the ministers have taken their stand against this wicked practice.

70 Years Ago July 25, 1946 Form Real Friendship Alan Isaacson, the 11-yearold son of Mr. and Mrs. Bert Isaacson of Amery, has a real pal in the pet grey squirrel he has raised since it was found last spring, barely able to open its eyes. Rations were fed the baby squirrel through the use of an eyedropper. The squirrel acts more like a playful kitten than the rest of his family tree. He will eat out of Alan’s hand and play like a small pet. One of his favorite dishes is applesauce. Should you have occasion to walk near the Isaacson home, don’t be too surprised to find a squirrel jumping down from a tree and perching on your shoulder. That’s one of his fa-

vorite tricks. For a long time the squirrel slept in the pocket of an old coat in the basement, but now has adopted more dignified ways and perches in a tree in the yard. Anytime he desires entrance to the house, he merely scratches on the door.

65 Years Ago July 26, 1951 Record Turnout Set at Swimming School A record 145 youths participated in the swim school sponsored jointly by the city of Amery and the Polk County chapter of the American Red Cross, according to LeRoy Leadholm, city recreational director and swimming instructor. Just a year ago, a turnout of 105 was a record for the city. Twenty lifesavers were also included in the group, with seven fulfilling the necessary requirements needed to earn the award.

Coroner’s Inquest Finds Driver at Fault “On the night of July 2, 1951, Frank Dufort met his death by an automobile operated by LeRoy Benson while under the influence of alcoholic beverages and while driving at an excessive rate of speed.” So read the findings of the coroner’s jury called by J. C. Park Tuesday to convene in Balsam Lake on Tuesday to act upon the death of Frank Dufort, killed when a Buick convertible failed to make the turn at the Polk County highway garage. Benson, present at the hearing with a Twin City attorney, was already under arrest by a warrant issued earlier by Traffic Officer Merle Beedle.

55 Years Ago July 27, 1961 Speedboat Races at St. Croix Falls Over 100 boats are expected at the outboard regatta sched-

Ron Korsbon received only scratches when his bicycle was hit on Monday night by the Amery police car driven by Officer Grover Winchell. Korsbon darted diagonally across main street from the Rootbeer Stand to the Dairy Queen, when the back fender of the bike was struck by the car. The police car stopped before passing over the bicycle. The mishap occurred about 10 p.m. as Officer Winchell was travelling north, following a tour of the south end of the city. Other vehicles were moving on the street at the time of the mishap.

40 Years Ago July 20, 1976 Could be, one uh, anda two uh.., Deon Hansen of Amery and Tom Severson of Prairie Farm have a “good chance” of appearing on the Lawrence Welk show this fall after winning the Midwest Polka Championship last month at Bel-Rea ballroom in the twin cities. Miss Hansen is a 1975 graduate of Amery High School and the 1975 Amery Fall Festival queen. One of the contest judges works for the Welk organization and lined up the duo for the possible appearance this fall in California.

35 Years Ago July 21, 1981 Hail Shreds Small Grain Crops Hail and heavy rains destroyed small grain crops in a three-mile band stretching from St. Croix Falls, through Amery and into Barron County on Friday morning, July 17. The golf ball size hail was ankle deep in much of the city. The hail fell with such force that it left pockmarks in the soil. Moe Lutheran church, north of Clear Lake, suffered extensive damage in the hailstorm. Five storm windows and a stained glass window were broken on the west side of the church while all the storm windows, three stained glass windows and several basement windows were shattered on the north side of the structure. The roof of the church was also damaged.

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AREA CHURCHES AMERY FREE LUTHERAN, 1 mile west of golf course on CTH F, Eric Christenson, pastor www.ameryflc.org Every Sunday: 9:15 a.m. Worship Service. APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY, 942 Hwy. 8, Amery Justin Hosking, pastor Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bible Study and Prayer meeting. Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday school for all ages; 10:15 a.m. Coffee & Fellowship; 10:30 a.m. Worship/Children’s Church; 7 p.m. Sunday Night Live! BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery Matt Saarem, pastor Sunday, July 31: 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time; 10:15 a.m. Holy Worship. Tuesday, Aug. 2: 8:30 a.m. Quilting at Elim. CENTERPOINT, 740 Maple Drive, St. Croix Falls (High school) Dick Enerson, pastor Sunday: 10-11:15 a.m. Worship celebration; Children’s church (SuperKidz) age 4-5th grade; Nursery (KidzKorner) birth-3 years. Cell Groups (small group Bible studies) offered throughout the week. CHURCH OF CHRIST, St. Croix Falls Jack Philips, evangelist Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Bible Study; 10:45 a.m. Worship. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bible Study and Devotions. CLEAR LAKE UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 11 a.m. Worship. Wednesday: 5:30 p.m. Meal for all; 6 p.m. Church school. CONGREGATIONAL, 201 N. Harriman Ave., Amery Barry Schaefer, pastor Wednesday, July 27: 6 p.m. VBS. Thursday, July 28: 7:30 a.m. Summer Stretch; 8 a.m. Pastoral Leaders; 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining; 5:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study. Friday, July 29: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining hall opens. Saturday, July 30: 6 p.m. Dinner and Movie, Miracles from Heaven (everyone invited). Sunday, July 31: 10 a.m. Worship/Noisy Kettle Collection, potluck after worship; 11:30 a.m. Car Wash Youth Fundraiser. Monday, Aug. 1: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens; 7 p.m. Boy Scouts. Tuesday, Aug. 2: 6:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens; 6:30 pm. Trustee meeting. DEER PARK UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Thursday, June 30: 9 a.m. Quilting. Sunday: 9:45 a.m. Worship. DERONDA LUTHERAN, 1239 65th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Sunday, July 31: 9:30 a.m. Worship. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.deronda church.net EAST BALSAM BAPTIST, 1816 108th St./CTH I, Balsam Lake, Gabriel Brennan, pastor www.eastbalsam.org 715-857-5411 Sunday: 9 a.m. Worship service; 10:30 a.m. Sunday school. Tuesday: Women’s Ministry; 9 a.m. Bible Study. EAST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, south of Amery on Hwy. 46 then west on 20th Ave., Kathy Pennington, pastor Wednesday, July 27: 6 p.m. VBS at Congo. Thursday, July 28: 7:30 a.m. Summer Stretch at Congo. Sunday, July 31: 10 a.m. Worship. Tuesday, Aug. 2: 9 a.m. Quilting. EAST LINCOLN ALLIANCE, 735 70th Ave., Amery 715-268-2350 www.eastlincolnalliance.com Eric Danielson and Randy Schussman, pastors Sunday: 8:45 a.m. Prayer Meeting; 9 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Worship service. Child Care and Children’s Church are provided during Worship service. Small groups meet throughout the week. Contact the church office for further details. EL SALEM BAPTIST/TWIN FALLS CHRISTIAN CENTER, Dresser, Darryl R. Olson, pastor Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday school; 10:35 a.m. Worship; 6 p.m. Sunday evening. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bible Study. ELIM LUTHERAN, Range, Matt Saarem, pastor Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Worship. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 301 1st Ave. East, Balsam Lake , Diane Norstad, pastor Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday worship; 10:40 a.m. Sunday school. Wednesday evening Confirmation classes. FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 134 Prentice St. S, Clayton Margaret Grant, pastor Sunday: 9:45 a.m. Worship; 10:45 a.m. Fellowship. Wednesday: 6 p.m. Church School. Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 p.m. Mission Quilting Tuesdays 9 a.m.

FIRST BAPTIST, 131 Broadway St., Amery Nick Buda, lead pastor churchoffice@fbcamery.org Sunday: One service 9-10:15 a.m. Nursery is available for ages 0-3; 10:30-11:30 a.m. All Ages Sunday School (nursery available for ages 0-3). Monday: 1:30-2:30 Moms in Prayer Group (until end of school year). Saturday: 7-8 a.m. Men’s Bible Study at Ida Mae’s. FIRST LUTHERAN, 240 Elm St., Amery Tim Bjorge, pastor Monday-Freiday, July 25-29: 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Vacation Bible School. Thursday, July 28: 8:30 a.m. Quilters; 7 p.m. Al Anon. Sunday, July 31: 9 a.m. Worship. Tuesday, Aug. 2: 9 am.m-6 p.m. WIC Clinic. FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Sunday, July 31: 8:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship; 10 a.m. Traditional Worship; 11 a.m. Fellowship. Tuesday, Aug. 2: 9 a.m. Quilting. FIRST PRESYTERIAN, 719 Nevada St., St. Croix Falls Barbara Anne Keely, pastor Sunday: 10:15 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship; 11 a.m. Worship. FOREST UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Worship. FULL GOSPEL LIGHTHOUSE, Graytown Merlin Burton, pastor Sunday: 10:30 a.m. Sunday school; 11 a.m. Worship. GEORGETOWN LUTHERAN-ELCA, 877 190th Ave. Co. Rd. G, Balsam Lake (Fox Creek) 715-857-5580 serving@georgetownlutheran.net Interim Pastor Paul Settergren Sunday: 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. Worship; Communion 1st and 3rd Sunday. GRACE LUTHERAN - WELS, 460 4th St., Clear Lake, 715-263-2164 Ellery W. Groth, pastor Sunday service 10:15 a.m. Bible Class Thursday morning 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Thursday evening. Ladies Aid 2nd Thursday of month 2:30 p.m. HOLY TRINITY ORTHODOX, 511 1st St., Clayton, 715-948-2493 htoc@amerytel.net Chris Wojcik, pastor Sundays: 9:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy.

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“Oh, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable his judgments, and his paths beyond tracing out!” —Romans 11: 33 NIV

HOLY TRINITY UNITED METHODIST, 1606 165th Ave., Centuria, on CTH I between Balsam Lake and Centuria Freddie Kirk, pastor Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Worship. IMMANUEL EV. LUTHERAN (LCMS), 124 E. Church St., Clayton ImmLCLCMS@centurytel.net 715-541-2955 Gregory Becker, pastor Sunday: 9 a.m. Divine Worship. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Family Christian Education. IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, 65th Ave., rural Clayton Margaret Grant, pastor Immanuel: 8:30 a.m. Worship. LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN, 1272 44th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Thursday, July 28: 9 a.m. Quilting at Little Falls; 5 p.m. Community Gather Meal at Little Falls. Sunday, July 31: 11 a.m. Worship. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.little fallschurch.net LIVING WORD CHAPEL, Hwy 64 at Forest Randy Dean, pastor Sunday: 8:45-9:45 a.m. Sunday school; 10 am. Main service. Wednesday: 7:30 pm. Adults and Teen Ministry. MENNONITE CHURCH, 1681 6 1/2 St., Co. Hwy. P North, Almena, 715-357-3321 Sunday: 10 a.m. Sunday school, all ages; 10:45 a.m. Sunday worship service; 7:45 p.m. Sunday evening service. MOE LUTHERAN (ELCA), 451 30th St., Clear Lake Sunday: 10 a.m. Fellowship; 11 a.m. Worship; Potluck lunch 2nd Sunday. Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 p.m. Women’s Bible Study 2nd Thursday 1:30 p.m. NEW LIFE COMMUNITY, Amery Craig Jorgenson, interim pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. Worship. Tuesday: 6:30 p.m. Prayer. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Youth; 7 p.m. Adult Bible. OTTERCREEK CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP, Glenwood City Civic Center, Jason Taylor, pastor Sunday: 10:30 a.m. Worship; Children’s church, childcare provided. Wednesday Night Prayer. OUR LADY OF THE LAKES CATHOLIC, Balsam Lake Father Eugene Murphy, pastor Masses: Saturday 6 p.m., Sunday 8:30 a.m.

ranscendence occurs when we have an experience which gives us a glimpse beyond our mundane physical world. Sometimes this happens when we experience God in the stillness of prayer or solitude. Other times this happens when we confront the power or vastness of nature. The starry sky can overwhelm one with the sense of eternity, just as the power and size of the ocean can make us aware of God because we feel so small by comparison. Transcendent experiences where we feel the presence of God can’t be forced, but we can make ourselves ready for them, and put ourselves in situations where they are more likely to happen. Nature and solitude are two of the more common ways to foster transcendent experiences, but many people also get them through being in sacred places, such as churches or temples. Some find the experience through works of art or music, and it can also come via our contact with holy men or women. Truly holy people often radiate God’s love so strongly that one feels God’s presence through that person. One problem with transcendent experiences is that they don’t last forever. Despite glimpsing eternity in the experience, we inevitably fall back into the humdrum monotony of everyday life, and that return can be a letdown. We should seek these experiences, but realize that they are but a glimpse of our ultimate origin and destination. – Christopher Simon

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AREA CHURCHES CONTINUED OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN, 217 Deronda St., Amery Keith Ruehlow, pastor Wednesday, July 27: 12 p.m. Men’s Table Talk; 1:30 p.m. Special Friends Communion; 6:15 p.m. Evening Prayer Group; 6:30 p.m. BRB. Thursday, July 28: 8:15 a.m. Weigh-in Club; 8:30 a.m. Bible Study; 7 p.m. Western Wisconsin Lyme’s meeting. Saturday, July 30: 7-10 p.m. AA Group meeting. Sunday, July 31: 9 a.m. Worship service with Holy Communion. PRAIRIEVIEW COVENANT, 1396 210th Ave. (2 miles north of New Richmond on 65) Joe Sir, pastor www.prairieviewchurch.net Sunday: 9 a.m. Sunday school, nursery care; 10 a.m. Worship service, nursery care. REDEEMER LUTHERAN, 600 S. Keller Ave., Amery Tom Hahn, pastor Sunday, July 31: 9:30 a.m. Worship; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship. REEVE EVANGELICAL FREE, Jct. Barron CTH K & A, Clear Lake, www.reevechurch.org Sunday: 9 am. Worship service; 10:15 a.m. Fellowship Time; 10:30 a.m. Sunday school for all ages; 6:30 p.m. Jr. and Sr. High Youth Group (Sept.-May). Wednesday nights: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Adult Bible Study and Prayer; Kids club (Sept.-May). ST. BARNABAS EPISCOPAL, Clear Lake, Rev. Bob Lyga Sunday: 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:15 a.m. Worship. ST. CROIX UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP, 201 N. Adams, St. Croix Falls 715-483-1113 Sunday: 10 a.m. First, second and third Sunday, 715-5533386. ST. JOHN’S CATHOLIC, Clear Lake, Fr. John Long, pastor Mass: 8 a.m. Wednesday. KANABEC COUNTY Mass: 8 a.m. Thursday. Mass: 8:30 a.m. Sunday. ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC, 1050 Keller Ave. N, Amery Father Eugene Murphy Weekly Mass, Communion service schedule: Saturday 4 p.m. Mass. Sunday 10:30 a.m. Mass. Monday 9 a.m. Communion Service. Tuesday 9 a.m. Communion Service. Wednesday: 9 a.m. Mass. Thursday: 1st and 2nd Thursdays, Communion Service is held at local nursing homes; Other Thursdays 9 a.m. Communion Service at St. Joseph. PINE CITY Friday: 9 a.m. Communion Service. Special events: Wednesday, July 27, Staff meeting 10:30 a.m.; Sunday, July 31, Lakefront Mass Wilkins Resort at 9 a.m.; Tuesday, Aug. 2, Pastoral Council meeting 7 p.m.

DEATH NOTICE ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor Thursday, July 28: 7 p.m. Bible Study. Sunday, July 31: 8 a.m. Worship; 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship. ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor Sunday, July 31: 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Worship. Monday, Aug. 1: Pastor visiting shut-ins. Tuesday, Aug. 2: 7 p.m. Bible Study. SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST, 76 20th Ave., Clear Lake John Redlich, pastor Saturday: 9:30 a.m. Bible Study; 11 a.m. Worship service; Head Elder David Scott 715-263-3367. Mid-week service: Wednesday 7 p.m. THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS (Mormons), 644 S. 6th St., Barron Chapel 715-537-3679 Bishop Kenneth Konesky 715-719-0283 Sunday: Sacrament 10 a.m.; Sunday School/Primary 11:20 a.m.; Priesthood/Relief Society 12:10 p.m. TRINITY LUTHERAN of Garfield, 1578 85th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Sunday, July 31: 8 a.m. Worship. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.trinity lutheranchurchofamery.com UNITED COVENANT, 348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake Dan Pearson, pastor Sunday, July 31: LBBC Sr. High Camp (31st-5th); 9 a.m. Youth Worship Team Practice; 10 a.m. Worship service. Tuesday, Aug. 2: 8 a.m. Sweet Hour of Prayer. UNITED METHODIST, GLENHILLS PARISH Marybeth Scow, pastor Emerald UMC: 8:30 a.m. Worship with Sunday school. Glenwood City UMC: 9:45 a.m. Worship with Sunday school. Downing UMC: 11 a.m. Worship with Sunday school. WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, ELCA, 447 180th St., Osceola, Rexford D. Brandt, pastor Wednesday, July 27: 9 a.m. Men’s Work Day Group; 9 a.m. Quilters. Sunday, July 31: 9 a.m. Worship; 10 a.m.SEPTEMBER Coffee Fellowship. THURSDAY, 33, 2222 131 NO. 19 www.moraminn.com $1.00 WORD OF LIFE FELLOWSHIP,VOL.Clear Lake Patricia and Harlen Wienke, pastors Sunday: 10 a.m. Worship. Tuesday: 9 a.m. Healing Rooms by appointment. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Adult Bible Study.

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Delores Junkans Delores Junkans, age 83 of Amery, WI formerly of Clear Lake, WI, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 23, 2016 at the Amery Regional Medical Center. Delores Junkans was born on February 17, 1933 in Clear Lake, WI, the daughter of Anton and Mary (Blosmore) Engebretson. She grew up in the Clear Lake area and attended Clear Lake Schools. Delores was married to Boyd Junkans on June 16, 1951 in Livingston, Montana. They lived there a short time before returning to Clear Lake where they made their home. Together they raised five children, Sandy, Jimmy, Jeffrey, Henry, and Julie. When she wasn't busy taking care of her family, Delores worked at Hartzell’s in Turtle Lake for several years. She was also a member the Reeve Evangelical Free Church. Delores had been a resident of the Golden Age Manor in Amery for the past eighteen years. She will by sorely missed by her family and friends. She is preceded in death by her husband, Boyd Junkans; parents, Anton and Mary Engebretson; sisters,

The Reverend Ronald Stanley The Reverend Ronald Stanley, age 78, of Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, died surrounded by his loving family on Friday, July 22, 2016. Pastor Stanley was born on June 2, 1938 in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Harold L. and Wanda V. (Chase) Stanley. He attended Thomas Lowery Grade School and graduated from Minneapolis Edison High School in 1956. Pastor Stanley graduated from Augsburg College in 1960 with majors in Philosophy/History and Greek. He played trombone in the Augsburg College band. He graduated from Northwestern Lutheran Theological Seminary in Minneapolis with a Master of Divinity Degree on May 24, 1963. He was ordained at Christ Chapel at Gustavus Adolphus College on June 6, 1963. Pastor Ronald Stanley’s home congregation was Mt. Carmel Lutheran in Northeast Minneapolis. His first congregation was Mt. Zion Lutheran Church in Hudson, WI from 1963-1970. He was pastor at Reformation Lutheran Church in Wichita, KS from 1970-1975, then pastor at Faith Lutheran Church in Balsam Lake, WI from 1975-2003. After retirement he served several congregations in Northern Wisconsin as a pastor on call, when needed. Pastor Stanley met the love of his life Charlotte Anne Tesberg on a blind date arranged by college and seminary friends Dan and Sandra (Luedkte) Buendorf attending a Gustavus vs. Augsburg football game November 4, 1961. They married a year later December 29, 1962 at First English Lutheran Church in Wausau, WI. Pastor and Charlotte Stanley have two daughters together Marilyn and Carolyn. He is preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Wanda Stanley. He will be deeply missed by his beloved wife Charlotte, his daughter Marilyn Kay Stanley and her significant Randal Kent Lind and his daughter Madison Alice Lind, his daughter Carolyn Anne Anderson, her husband Carl Anderson, and his grandsons Oskar Peter Anderson and Axel Magnus Anderson. Pastor Stanley will be remembered for many things; as a dedicated minister, devoted husband, father, and beloved grandfather. Beyond his immediate family he will be grieved greatly by the communities he ministered to; most significantly, the congregation of Faith

Evelyn Edwards, Margaret Vinopal, Gertrude and Dorothy Engebretson; brothers, Elmer and LuVerne Engebretson. Survived by sons and daughters, Sandy (Sam) Iverson of Cabool, MO, Jimmy Junkans of Clear Lake, Jeffrey (Bonnie) Junkans of Almena, Henry (Laurie Nelson) Junkans of Dallas, and Julie (Arvin) Stecker of Forest City, IA; Grandchildren, Amy Johnson, Brandon (Rachel) Junkans, Amanda Junkans, Joshua (Laura) Ludke, Angela (Tim) Hite, Ben (Lauren) Bolopue, Jessie DeGross, Tess Junkans, Sydney Junkans, Lindsey (Brian Ennen) Stecker, Sterling Stecker, and Chandler Stecker; Great Grandchildren, Kristen, Alexis, and Nathan Johnson, Aria and Avianna Hite, Mikaela, Aiden, Brennen, Cohen and Lily Bolopue, Weston and Emma Ennen, and Hannah Junkans; many other family and friends. Funeral service was at Reeve Evangelical Free Church in Reeve, WI on Tuesday, July 26, 2016, at 12 p.m. with Rev. Todd Groat officiating. Music was provided by Ben Bolopue. Casket Bearers were Lindsey Stecker-Ennen, Angela Hite, Sterling Stecker, Amanda Junkans, Chandler Stecker and Brandon Junkans . Honorary Casket Bearers were Amy Iverson-Johnson and Joshua Ludke. Interment was in the Reeve Cemetery, Vance Creek, WI. Scheuermann-Hammer Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Clear Lake, was in charge of arrangements. www.clearlakefuneralhome.com

Lutheran and the community of Balsam Lake. In his 41 years as resident theologian of the village he was known for his keen wit, love of puns, turn of phrase, and what he most recently found interesting while reading the Wall Street Journal. His yearly tradition of turning the parsonage into a haunted house provided an unforgettable experience of annual joy/terror to the children of Balsam Lake. His unconventional mentoring of confirmation age teens often involved water skis. The “fellowship of the frightened frog” scavenger hunts sent kids roaming the town, peeking in yards, knocking on doors, and interacting with neighbors: working to build community long before Pokemon Go. Pastor Stanley’s slow pitch softball style of teaching philosophy inspired youth to be curious about their faith and their place in this world. He loved singing and supporting local arts and theatre, fishing, playing music, but most of all he loved his town. The love and weekly homage to the sheer joy of small town living in Pastor Stanley’s sermons may only be rivaled by that of the News from Lake Woebegone. The children he has baptized, confirmed, married and the dear friends he has consoled, visited while ill, and buried are each written neatly on a little card and in his heart. While he was biological father to two, he was a spiritual father to many, many more- and he wanted each one to know that they were special, perfect in their own way just as they were, and deeply loved by our Creator. It is with that blessed reassurance that we gratefully return Pastor Stanley into the loving arms of his beloved Savior with the blessing “Well done good and faithful servant” (Matthew 25:21). Visitation will be held at Williamson-White Funeral home in Amery, from 4-7 pm on Tuesday July 26. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday July 27, with visitation one hour prior to service, at First Lutheran Church in Amery, WI, with Reverend Tim Bjorge, Reverend George Cruys, Reverend Diane Norstad, and Reverend Paul Peterson officiating. There will be a luncheon and a graveside service following at 2 pm. Memorials are preferred to the family, in lieu of flowers, which will be directed to building improvement and modifications to better disability access at his beloved Faith Lutheran Church in Balsam Lake. You may sign an online guest book and view a video tribute at www.williamsonwhite.com. The Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services assisted the family.

Kristina Maria Marlowe Kristina Maria Marlowe of Clayton, WI passed on July 12, 2016 in her home. She was 45 years old. She was survived by her three children Heather K. Marlowe of Minneapolis, MN, Amanda M. Marlowe (Ben Stuivenga) of Ashland, WI, and Jonathan A. Marlowe (RayAnna Blackwell) of Turtle Lake, WI; grandchildren Reese A. Stuivenga and Dexter J. Marlowe; brothers Jeffery R. Snider of Tupelo, Mississippi, Bernard J. Snider (Doreen) of Cushing, WI, Terry A. Snider (Angela) of Osceola, WI, and Kenneth C. Snider of Cushing, WI; significant other, Dean Tillman of Clayton, WI; many relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her parents, Marcella A. Snider and Kenneth C. Snider. Krissy’s strong dispostition, colorful personality and strong sense of humor will be greatly missed by all. In her spare time she loved cooking, canning, and gardening. Krissy most enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and children, riding 4-wheeler and snowmobile with Dean and surrounding herself with people she cared about most. Born September 18th, 1970 in St. Paul Minnesota and raised in Osceola Wisconsin. She attended school in Osceola where she met Douglas A. Marlowe whom she married on May 19th 1990 and was blessed with three beautiful children. She went on to do many occupations but most recently was a bartender at Renegade’s Bar in Turtle Lake, Wisconsin. Memorial services were held at West Immanuel Church in Osceola, WI on July 19th, 2016 from 4-6pm with services to follow. Flowers are welcome, contributions may be sent to: 301 Prentice Street Clayton, WI 54004.

Marathon County administrator suspended for participating in rally WAUSAU, Wis. (AP)—Marathon County's top administrator has received a 30-day suspension without pay for attending a community rally in support of a Hmong teenager convicted of fatally stabbing another youth. Sixteen-year-old Dylan Yang was convicted of first-degree reckless homicide in adult court for stabbing 13-year-old Isaiah Powell following a confrontation between two groups of boys in February 2015. The rally eight weeks ago, which included Hmong-American activists, was attended by administrator Brad Karger. WAOW-TV says Karger spoke at the rally and has said he believes Yang should be punished, but that he can be rehabilitated. Corporation counsel Scott Corbett says board supervisors decided Karger's participation was not acceptable. Corbett says Karger's participation angered local law enforcement agencies because ``he associated himself with some of the negative messages that came out of the demonstrations.''

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STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, POL COUNTY ORDER TO CREDITORS (Informal Administration) Case No. 16 PR 53 In the Matter of the Estate of EDITH M. PAULSON PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth January 19, 1932 and date of death May 5, 2016 was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 298 100th Street, Amery, Wisconsin 54001. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is October 31, 2016. 5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500. Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar July 15, 2016 James Krupa, Attorney at Law P.O. Box 168 Amery, Wisconsin 54001 715-268-8135 Bar Number 1003948

LOCAL PUBLIC NOTICE On July 20, 2016, Red Rock Radio Corp., the licensee of radio stations: WHSM(AM), Hayward, Wisconsin; WHSM-FM, Hayward, Wisconsin, 101.1 MHz; WLMX-FM, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, 104.9 MHz; WXCE(AM), Amery, Wisconsin, 1260 kHz; and WXCX(FM), Siren, Wisconsin, 105.7 MHz; and WHSM, Hayward, Wisconsin, 910 kHz, filed an application with the Federal Communications Commission to assign the stations' licenses to Zoe Communications, Inc. The officers, directors and shareholders holding 10 percent or more of the capital stock of Red Rock Radio Corp. and its parent company are: James T. Kunin, Kathy M. Lau, Curtis Squire, Inc., David B. Kunin, Anita Kunin, James T. Kunin, William E. Kunin, Andrew P. Kunin, Carrie Robinson, and John Exline. The officers, directors and shareholders holding 10 percent or more of the capital stock of Zoe Communications, Inc. are: Michael J. Oberg and George E. Manus. A copy of the assignment application and related materials are on file for public inspection during normal business hours at the stations' main studio. In Hayward Wi. For stations WHSM AM & FM at 16880 W. U.S. Hwy 63 Hayward Wi. 54843. In Amery Wi. For stations WXCE AM, WLMX FM at 328 100th St., Amery Wi. 54001. In Pine City Mn. for WXCX FM at 15429 Pokegama Lake Rd. Pine City, Mn. 55063

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Walker: ‘Northern Wisconsin is Open for Business’ Walker: ‘Northern Wisconsin is Open for Business’ Madison – Governor Scott Walker released his Weekly Radio Address Thursday, and followed up updates on flood recovery with a very important message. “Hi, Scott Walker here. “Northern Wisconsin is open for business. Despite the rain, attractions in northern Wisconsin are open for business. “As you may have heard, I declared a State of Emergency for eight counties in northern Wisconsin after the flooding last week. I toured the area on the ground and in the air to survey damage. “Then, we sent the heads of various state agencies to the region to make sure that state government was working well together in the area to recover from the flooding. “Members of my cabinet met with community and business leaders - as well as local and tribal government leaders - to ensure that every resident and business owner gets the proper assistance. We are also working with federal officials on the relief efforts. “This past week, I requested that that the Federal Emergency Management Agency, commonly called FEMA, conduct a preliminary assessment of damages. Early estimates of damage to roads and bridges in the area total more than $28 million. “We will work together with local, state, and federal officials to help northern Wisconsin recover from the flooding. In the meantime, we need to remind our friends and neighbors that tourism attractions are open throughout northern Wisconsin. Visit TravelWisconsin.com for more details.”

City of Amery ACCEPTING BIDS

The City of Amery is accepting bids for a MSILT Project for Lakeview Avenue. Maybe subject to prevailing wage. Deadline to submit bids is Wednesday, August 3, 2016 at 10 a.m. at Amery City Hall. Al McCarty, Director of Public Works

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Electronic Ballot Tabulation

Under Wisconsin State Statute 5.84(1), public tests of the electronic ballot tabulation system will be held to ascertain that the equipment will correctly count the August 9, 2016 Partisan Primary Election votes cast for all offices and on all measures. All tests are open to the public. City of Amery - Thursday, July 28, at 1:30 p.m. City Municipal Council Room, 118 Center St. W, Amery Fran Duncanson, Clerk, 715-268-7486

Village of Clayton - Wednesday, Aug. 3, at 5 p.m.

Clayton Village Office, 111 Clayton Ave. W, Clayton Dave Fall, Clerk, 715-948-2460

Village of Clear Lake - Wednesday, Aug. 3, at 10 a.m. Village Municipal Building, 350 4th Ave., Clear Lake Al Bannink, Clerk, 715-263-2157

Town of Apple River - Thursday, Aug. 4, at 3 p.m. Town Hall, 612 US Highway 8 (Range), Amery Lisa Carlson, Clerk, 715-768-5002

Town of Beaver - Tuesday, Aug. 2, at 6 p.m. Town Hall, 1541 Cty. Hwy. T, Turtle Lake Wendy Coleman, Clerk, 715-986-4725

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The Amery Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation District Board will hold its quarterly meeting on August 9, 2016 in the Meeting Room at Ellie’s Ice Cream and Coffee Shop (Chet’s Drug Store), 204 Keller Ave. N starting at 6:30 p.m. I. Call Meeting to order II. Approval of Agenda, Minutes of June 14, 2016 meeting, Treasurer’s Report III. Public Input IV. Old Business V. New Busines VI. Adjourn Steve Schieffer, Chair

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Town of Clayton - Tuesday, Aug. 2, at 6 p.m.

Town Hall, 462 105th Ave./Cty. Rd. D, Clayton Tracy LaBlanc, Clerk, 715-948-2036

Town of Clear Lake - Tuesday, Aug. 2, at 10 a.m. Home Office, 209 50th Ave., Clayton Janelle Johnson, Clerk, 715-948-2189

Town of Garfield - Friday, July 29, at 2 p.m. Town Hall, 690 Minneapolis St., Wanderoos Sue Knutson, Clerk, 715-268-4414

Town of Lincoln - Tuesday, Aug. 2, at 9:30 a.m. Town Hall, 661 85th St., Amery Stephanie Marciniak, Clerk, 715-268-4747

Town of Vance Creek - Tuesday, Aug. 2, at 9 a.m. Town Hall, 174 2nd Ave., Cty. Hwy. A, Reeve Marge Marlett, Clerk, 715-948-2670 Glennis Lynch, Deputy Clerk, 715-455-1432

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Wisconsin Health Care Maintains Rank Among Best in Nation MADISON (July 22, 2016) ---- Wisconsin continued to hold its place as one the best states in the nation based on the quality of its health care. According to the federal Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), Wisconsin is the third most highly-rated state in the country, with overall health care quality scores that closely followed Maine and Massachusetts. The rankings are based on close to 200 measures that AHRQ uses to evaluate health care performance. “The AHRQ rankings are a national validation of what we know here; Wisconsin’s local and regional health systems are delivering some of the best care in the country,” according to Wisconsin Hospital Association President/CEO Eric Borgerding. “Across the continuum of care, in rural and urban settings, we are maintaining consistently high performance, while striving to set even higher standards of care. It is that combination of performance and commitment to be better that makes Wisconsin a perennial leader.” Wisconsin has shown consistently high performance since AHRQ started the state rankings in 2006. As AHRQ has evolved the rankings to include more health care sectors and new measures Wisconsin’s performance ranking has seen little change. “The consistency from year to year is important,” says Kelly Court, WHA chief quality officer. “This demonstrates that health care is well coordinated and delivered as an entire system across the state. It also shows that Wisconsin providers continue to evolve as health care changes and they focus on improving important aspects of the care they provide.” The AHRQ quality measures are compared to achievable benchmarks, which are derived from the top-performing states. AHRQ measures health care quality in three different contexts: by types of care (such as preventive, acute, or chronic care), by settings of care (such as hospitals, nursing homes, home health or hospice), and care by clinical area (such as care for patients with cancer or respiratory diseases). They also report measures by race and ethnicity. Wisconsin scored higher than the national benchmarks on 50 percent of the 200 measures. Areas of strong performance include care for acute and chronic conditions, as well as preventive care. The state also shows consistently high performance in the area of care coordination, which includes measures for coordination of care between health care settings and the patient. While Wisconsin shows strong overall performance in most areas of care, there is still work to be done related to health care equity. When measures are segmented by race and ethnicity the performance is just average. The data indicates that blacks and Hispanics may not be getting adequate care for their chronic conditions that result in avoidable hospitalizations. “WHA members are working with community partners and, at the same time, aligning their quality improvement goals to address health care equity issues,” Court said. AHRQ Rankings 2006-2016 Year WI Ranking 2006 1 2007 2 2008 1 2009 2 2010 7 2011 2 2012 No Report 2013 4 2014 3 2015 2 2016 3

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IN MEMORIAM

It has been my honor and pleasure to have played for the Amery High School Varsity Softball Team for the last four years. I am truly honored and grateful to have been nominated and selected to play in the 2016 WFSCA Senior All-Star Game. Thank you to my family, friends and local businesses that became a sponsor on my behalf and helped me raise over $700. The proceeds of these All-Star Games go to support a wonderful organization - The Special Olympics of Wisconsin. A HUGE THANK YOU to the following for your support: Central Auto & Towing, LLC Kuryakyn Holdings, LLC Gibby’s Jacki & Kevin Marlett & Family Gabriel, Mandy, Morgan, Mia & Miley Brotzel LaVern Fouks Julie Frost Apple River TV & Appliance Slumberland Furniture Steve Bielmeier Amery Girls Booster Softball Josh Gould Lisa & Rod MacDonald Troy Elmer Jeff & Julie Heiden Donna Anich Cheryl & John Lee And my immediate family Thank you again, Katlyn (Kat) Fouks #11

Jordan M. Handrahan 5-12-89 - 7-31-07 A million times we’ve needed you A million times we’ve cried, If love alone could have saved you You never would have died. In life we loved you dearly, In death we love you still. In our hearts you hold a place, No one else can ever fill. It broke our hearts to lose you, But you didn’t go alone Part of us went with you, The day God took you home.

Wapo Bible camp thanks the 26 teams of golfers and the following donors for making our day so great!

Event Sponsors Leadholm & LaMere Insurance Halverson, Halverson, Holt LLC Kevin Smith of Parkland Securities & Erik Hellie of Noah Insurance

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CARD OF THANKS I want to thank my family for the wonderful 90th birthday party they gave me. For the cute attire my family wore and for the 90 roses from my 15 grandchildren. Also to my wonderful family and friends that came to celebrate and gave me flowers, gifts and money. I thank everyone! Evelyn Waidelich

Governor Walker Appoints Daniel Kelly to the Wisconsin Supreme Court Madison – Governor Scott Walker today appointed Attorney Daniel Kelly to the Wisconsin Supreme Court to fill the vacancy created by Justice David Prosser’s forthcoming retirement. “Daniel Kelly is an exceptionally accomplished trial and appellate attorney who has appeared before the U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit, and Wisconsin Supreme Court,” Governor Walker said. “His extensive real world experience, combined with his intellect and integrity, make him well-suited to be an influential member of the Court.” As a founding member of the law firm Rogahn Kelly, Daniel Kelly is recognized as a leader in Wisconsin’s legal community. Prior to beginning his own private practice, he was a partner at Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren in Milwaukee, one of Wisconsin’s largest and most respected firms. Kelly also served as a law clerk and staff attorney for the United States Court of Federal Claims, Office of Special Masters, and as a law clerk for the Wisconsin Court of Appeals. “I am deeply honored that the governor would appoint me to succeed Justice Prosser,” Daniel Kelly said. “I look forward to working with my new colleagues in serving the people of this great state by faithfully applying the laws of our land.” Daniel Kelly’s community involvement includes serving as the president of the Milwaukee Lawyer’s Chapter of the Federalist Society and as a member of the State Advisory Board to the United States Commission on Civil Rights. Kelly earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Carroll University in Waukesha, Wisconsin, and a Juris Doctor from Regent University in Virginia. Kelly is married and has five children. Kelly and his family reside in North Prairie, Wisconsin. “I had the pleasure of working directly with Dan Kelly as my associate and partner for many years, and I watched him become a fine lawyer,” said Attorney Francis Deisinger, president of the State Bar of Wisconsin. “He has an exceptional intellect and a scholar's love of the law, and he is a man of great personal warmth. I am confident that all those traits will serve him and our Court well.” Justice David Prosser’s retirement is effective July 31, 2016.

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STORMS: Activity in Southeast Polk Co. ‘an extreme event,’ says Nat’l Weather Service FROM PAGE ONE

received reports that most concentrated winds associated with the cell were in the Clear Lake area,” says Meteorologist Dan Efferts. “This summer has been very ripe for heavy rains, but this was an extreme event.” It took city crews several hours to dig parts of the campground out from the mess of fallen trees, many of which were large and mature. Clear Lake officials report that the main campground and beach are open, but ask spectators to please stay out of

the Maple Knoll section of the park. Unstable trees have continued to fall over the weekend. And it is not yet known when equipment will be available to begin further clean up work. The entire Maple Knoll section of the Clear Lake Campground has been closed until further notice.

Photos: A random collection of storm damage photos taken Thursday morning from Amery and Clear Lake.

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10 of the most beautiful places in Wisconsin Trail is a 1,000-mile foot path that meanders throughout the entire state. Throw on your best pair of hiking boots and explore Wisconsin’s glacial landscapes.

BY MARIAH HABERMAN DISCOVER WISCONSIN

I may be biased but I’m here to make a declaration: Wisconsin is one of the most gorgeous states in the entire nation. From the ridges and valleys of the Driftless Area to the tall pines in the Northwoods to the rolling farmland throughout the entire state, Wisconsin is a stunner. Here are just 10 drive-to destinations that are out-ofthis-world beautiful:

Vilas County

Vilas County is home to an assemblage of iconic Northwood’s towns, such as Eagle River, St. Germain and Phelps, plus the world’s largest inland chain of freshwater lakes.

Wisconsin Dells

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore (Bayfield)

Consisting of 21 islands located at the northern tip of the state, the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore offers endless beauty in its historic lighthouses and sandstone caves.

Pattison State Park (Superior)

One of my favorite state parks in Wisconsin, Pattison State Park is located in northwest Wisconsin and is home to Wisconsin’s tallest waterfall, Big Manitou Falls.

Pewits Nest (Baraboo)

Picture a deep gorge surrounded by tall pines and majestic bluffs plus a beautiful stream that runs right through it. That’s Pewits Nest State Natural Area in Baraboo, and it was formed during the retreat of the

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A photo taken of ‘Holy Hill’ in Hubertus.

last glacier.

Door County (Northeast Wisconsin)

From Cave Point County Park in Sturgeon Bay all the way up to the famous Winding Road in Gills Rock to Washington Island, Door County is literally bursting with spectacular places to discover.

Driftless Area (Southwest Wisconsin)

Exceptionally underrated and generally overlooked as a travel destination, the Driftless Region challenges

Wisconsin’s reputation as a flat state. The topography in southwest Wisconsin is diverse and fascinating and worthy of being at the top of any traveler’s bucket list.

Holy Hill (Hubertus)

consin during the fall months.

Marinette County (Northeast Wisconsin)

Renowned as the Waterfall Capital of Wisconsin, Marinette County

boasts 14 exquisite waterfalls. Hike or camp your way across this northeastern region.

National Ice Age Scenic Trail

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The Dells area may be overshadowed by its bustling waterpark scene, but you don’t have to go far to find quiet splendor. After all, this popular destination did build its tourism empire off of its deep, narrow gorges and unusual rock formations along the Wisconsin River. Share your photos of your favorite places in Wisconsin with me on social media: #discoverwisconsin.

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The Basilica of the National Shrine of Mary, Help of Christians at Holy Hill is located in Hubertus near Milwaukee. People of all faiths find comfort and peace at Holy Hill as well as magnificent beauty—it is one of the most photographed places in Wis-

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others but some added dressing makes it taste a bit different. EASY PASTA CHICKEN SALAD Cook according to directions, but without salt) and drain: 2 c. uncooked pasta (your favorite) Add and combine: 1 c. cooked chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces 1/2 c. frozen peas 1/2 c. chopped onion 1/2 c. chopped green or red bell pepper (or combo of both) Add and mix to incorporate the dressings: 1/2 c. Miracle Whip (or your favorite salad dressing) 1/4 c. Tuscan House Italian Dressing or Zesty Italian Dressing Refrigerate for an hour or so before serving. Serves 6-8. This quick bread uses rhubarb sauce for more flavor. RASPBERRY RHUBARB QUICK BREAD Cream together: 1/4 c. butter, softened 3/4 c. sugar 1/4 c. rhubarb sauce 1/4 c. apple juice Beat in: 2 eggs 1/2 c. milk 1 tsp. vanilla Combine and add until just moistened: 1-3/4 c. flour 1/8 tsp. salt 1 tsp. baking powder Fold in: 1 c. fresh or frozen raspberries Put the batter into a greased/sprayed 5x9” loaf pan. Combine and sprinkle on top: 2 tsp. sugar 1 tsp. cinnamon Bake at 350° for 45-55 minutes or until done (toothpick test). Cool in pan on wire rack for 10 minutes, then remove and put on wire rack to cool completely. Makes 1 loaf quick bread.

This is a make-ahead recipe. It is called Baked Alaska but this recipe is not baked but frozen. MAKE-AHEAD FROZEN ‘BAKED’ ALASKA Make and bake according to directions: 1 pkg. (19.8 oz.) brownie mix (or make your own recipe) Put into a greased/sprayed and floured 8” round cake pan. Bake according to directions. Allow to cool completely on wire rack. Put into an 8” plastic lined bowl: 1/2 gallon strawberry ice cream, softened slightly. Freeze completely. Toast 1/3 c. flaked coconut. When ice cream is frozen and brownies cooled, assemble as follows: Put the cooled brownies onto a cake plate with a domed cover or can be covered with a lid. Remove the frozen ice cream and invert onto the brownies and remove the plastic wrap. Spread over the frozen ice cream: 1 container (8 oz.) frozen whipped topping, thawed Sprinkle with the toasted coconut. Cover and freeze. Freeze at least 2 hours or until firm. To serve, cut dessert with a knife dipped in hot water. Freeze any leftovers (covered) until ready to serve again. Hint: To remove ice cream from the bowl easily, use the warmth of your hands or some warm water to heat up the bowl slightly. Invert bowl and ice cream should come right out. If you wish, tint the coconut instead of toasting it to match any theme color for a special occasion.

LAYERED CHICKEN, STUFFING AND BROCCOLI CASSEROLE Cook until no longer pink in skillet, about 15 to 20 minutes: 1 c. chicken broth 2 cloves garlic 2 wedges of onion 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or other favorite pieces of chicken) Remove chicken and shred with knife and set aside. Measure the chicken broth and if it is not 1 c., add more to make it 1 cup. Put in bowl: 4 c. herb seasoned stuffing mix Melt and pour over the stuffing mix, and use fork to mix it: 1/2 c. butter (1 stick) Spread half of the stuffing mix into a larger casserole or a 9x13” baking pan. Combine in bowl: the 1 c. reserved chicken broth 1 can (10-3/4 oz.) cream of chicken soup 1 pint sour cream Place half of the cooked chicken over the half of the stuffing mix. Put on top of the chicken: 8 oz. frozen broccoli cuts, thawed Pour the soup mixture over the broccoli. Add the remaining half of the stuffing mixture. Bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Serves 6-8 Tip: Take a salad to work or make to eat later by using a larger jar with a cover that seals well. Put into the jar in the following order: the salad dressing, layer any vegetables or meat you want, add lettuce/greens on top. Put the lid on top and refrigerate until ready to eat. When ready to eat, invert the jar and shake gently to coat every thing with dressing. Turn jar upright, remove the lid and shake salad into a dish/bowl and enjoy. Use within a few hours for best results.

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These cookie balls are just right for any occasion. They travel well anywhere and good tasting, too. ANYTIME COOKIES Combine in food processor: 1 c. (2 sticks butter) 1 c. flour 1/4 c. sugar 1 c. walnuts 1 c. flaked coconut 1 c. semisweet chocolate chips 1/2 tsp. almond extract Pulse until well blended. Form into bite-sized balls. Place on ungreased cookie sheets. Bake at 375° for 10 minutes. Place on wire racks to cool. Sprinkle with powdered sugar (about 1/4 c. for all). Makes about 6 dozen cookies. (Cookies will flatten a bit as they bake). They store well in an airtight container after well cooled.

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Clear Lake’s Paula Johnson named ‘Outstanding Summer Reading Program continues Special Education Teacher’ AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY

Clear Lake Elementary School teacher Paula Johnson was awarded the CESA #11 Outstanding Special Education Teacher award for the 2015-16 school year by the Wisconsin Council of Administrators of Special Education (WCASS). One such teacher is selected each year from the region. CESA #11 includes 39 school districts in northwest Wisconsin. Excerpts from Paula’s nomination include: "Paula started the Early Childhood program in Clear Lake last year.

Through her guidance, the program has flourished. Paula has become a strong advocate for her students. She truly looks at what is needed and who can provide the services. It is exciting to watch Paula's face light up as she talks about her students and celebrates their accomplishments. Even with all of her success stories, she is continually looking for ways to make her program even better. Paula is a true educator who cares about her students and colleagues."

Left to right are Dawn Western (Director of Special Education), Paula Johnson, and Chris Petersen (Elementary Principal).

Summer reading The library’s summer reading program “On Your Mark, Get Set… Read!” runs through August 13. Upcoming events include: Pirates & Artifacts with Minnesota Jack Sparrow, July 28 at 10:30 a.m.; Yoga with Tessa Ingham of the Amery Fitness Center (for ages 3+), August 1 at 10:30 a.m.; Lego Club, August 1 at 1:30 p.m.; Ani-Manga Club for Teens, August 2 at 3:30 p.m.; and, Professor Marvel’s Magic of the Olympics, August 4 at 10:30 a.m. The complete summer reading program is available at www.amerylibrary.org or at the library. Preschool storytime Preschool story time is held every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. Interactive stories, songs and crafts are geared toward children aged 2-5 and a caregiver. 1,000 books before kindergarten and Baby book bees Start your children on the path to loving books and reading right from birth. These two reading initiatives offer a chance

School Supplies to Be Collected at Local WESTconsin Credit Union Office AMERY, WI—WESTconsin Credit Union is collecting school supplies and monetary donations for families in need from July 25-August 6. Donations made at the Amery Office will be delivered to the Amery School District for distribution. All items will be accepted along with mone-

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for families to bond and ensure school readiness by reading books and completing various activities. Each program offers prizes at different levels. Teen advisory board Open to 12-18 year olds, the Teen Advisory Board meets on the first Friday of each month, 3:45 p.m.—5:15 p.m., to plan events, talk about books and more. Book discussion group The Friends of the Library Book Discussion Group meets on the third Monday of the month at 1:30 p.m. to discuss general fiction and literature. The book for August is Malala Yousafzai’s I Am Malala. Tech help program Have questions about using your computer, tablet, or mobile device? Need some help with Microsoft Word or Excel? During the summer, the library offers tech help on Mondays through Thursdays, 4 p.m.—7 p.m. Help with basic computer skills is offered on Fridays, 10 a.m.—12 p.m. Book sales The Friends of the Li-

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

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August 1 deadline approaches for fall hunting and trapping seasons MADISON - August 1 is an important deadline for fall hunters and trappers pursuing wild turkey, sharp-tailed grouse, bobcat, fisher and otter. Permit applications for fall hunting can be purchased for $3 ($6 for bobcat applications) online at gowild.wi.gov, at Department of Natural Resources service centers, and at all license agents. License sales are no longer available by phone, but the live operators at the DNR Call Center can help answer any questions hunters may have about the permit application process. The Call Center is available from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week, and can be reached at 888-WDNR-INFo (1-888-936-7463). 2016 Fall Season Dates Fall wild turkey Zones 1-5: Sept. 17 through Dec. 31 Zones 6 & 7: Sept. 17 through Nov. 18 Sharp-tailed grouse: Oct. 15 through Nov. 6 Bobcat hunting and trapping: Period 1: Oct. 15 through Dec. 25 Period 2: Dec. 26 through Jan. 31, 2017 Fisher (trapping only): Oct. 15 through Dec. 31 Otter (trapping only): North Zone: Nov. 5 through Apr. 30, 2017 Central & Southern Zones: Nov. 5 through Mar. 31, 2017

Fall Turkey There will be 101,300 wild turkey permits available to hunters for the fall 2016 turkey hunting season, a 600-permit increase over 2015 levels. Permit availability was increased by 200 in each of the three northernmost turkey management zones (Zones 5, 6 and 7) in order to better meet hunter demand. Any fall turkey permits remaining after the initial drawing will go on sale beginning at 10 a.m. on Saturday, August 27. Leftover fall turkey permits will be sold by zone until sold out or the season ends. Harvest for the 2016 spring season increased by 11 percent, compared to the 2015 season, largely due to the unseasonably comfortable weather that characterized most of the season. Increased harvest may have also been due to relatively mild conditions during the winter of 2015-2016. Turkey numbers may increase further, given the warm and relatively dry conditions during the critical June brood-rearing period. Turkey hunters can therefore expect excellent opportunities to pursue turkeys during the fall 2016 season. The 2016 fall season will run from Sept. 17 through Dec. 31 in Zones 1-5. In Zones 6 and 7, the season will run from Sept. 17 through Nov. 18. This is the first year that turkey hunting will be allowed statewide on the Friday before the opening of the nine-day gun deer season and during the gun deer season in Zones 1-5 only. Hunters may use dogs to hunt wild turkeys

COLLEGE ACCOLADES, ACADEMIC HONORS Named to Dean's List at U of Dubuque DUBUQUE, Iowa - The University of Dubuque congratulates the following students on being appointed to the Spring Semester 2016 Academic Dean's List. Frederic, WI Maria Miller To be named to the dean's list, a student must earn a grade point average (GPA) of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale for that semester.

during the fall season throughout the state of Wisconsin. The bag limit is one turkey of any age or sex per fall turkey hunting permit (also known as a carcass tag). Sharp-tailed Grouse For 2016, 25 sharp-tailed grouse hunting permits will be available in Unit 8 only. This is a 75 percent decrease from 2015, when 100 permits were available in the same unit. Permit levels were decreased in order to balance hunter opportunity with a more prudent level of harvest. Sharp-tailed grouse management units use the same boundaries and designations as game management units (GMUs); a map is available on the sharptailed grousepage of the DNR website.Hunters are reminded to carefully review the zone map and apply only for the open unit. Applying for closed units will result in an invalid application. Bobcat, Fisher and River Otter The approved quotas for bobcat, fisher and river otter will be available on the trapping page of the DNR website in early August. Quotas for most zones will likely be similar or slightly higher than last year. Permit numbers, based on success rates, will be determined and drawings for all three species will take place in August, with permits issued in early September. Applicants can check their online account in early September to see if they've been awarded a permit by visiting gowild.wi.gov.

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DNR publishes guide on eating fish MADISON -- Updated fish eating guidance, ‘Choose Wisely: A Health Guide for Eating Fish in Wisconsin’ is now available online through the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources website. Detailed information also is available through "Find Advice," an online search tool that allows anglers to select their county and fishing spot to see local consumption advice. For rivers where polychlorinated biphenyls build up in fish, new testing reconfirms current advisories with slight modifications for some species from Lake Michigan, the Lake Winnebago/Wolf River system and parts of the lower Fox (Little Lake Buttes des Morts to De Pere Dam), Menominee and lower Manitowoc Rivers. Changes include less stringent advice for some Lake Michigan and Winnebago species meaning people can safely eat some of those fish more frequently. Advice does remain the same for several systems including the upper Manitowoc and Mississippi Rivers. Advice for some inland lakes and impoundments, where mercury is the primary fish contaminant, was also updated. Fish consumption advice varies by location and species of fish and ranges from unrestricted or one serving per week to "do not eat." These changes include advice to eat fewer of some fish from the Twin Falls Flowage in Florence County, Long Lake in Oneida County and Loretta Lake in Sawyer County. Included is less stringent advice for Lake Noquebay in Marinette County DNR, in consultation with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, examines contaminant results for fish samples obtained each year at a subset of Wisconsin's waters, along with data from recent years, to re-evaluate fish consumption advice. The 2016 fish consumption advisory reflects new results for fish collected mostly in 2014-2015 from 32 locations and also considers results from bordering states and the Great Lakes Indian Fish and Wildlife Commission as well as DNR. Most waters in the state are covered by general statewide advice. In 2016, the number of waters that carry more specific, stringent advice due to higher contaminant levels in some species from those waters is 146 due to removal of more stringent advice at two locations and addition at two other locations. Candy Schrank, the DNR toxicologist who coordinates the fish contaminant monitoring and advisory program, urges anglers to check the 2016 advice to see if there have been any changes to the advice for those waters they fish frequently. "We test contaminants in fish from a number of locations each year," Schrank said. "Using these new results along with past testing, we update the advice, so it is important for anglers who frequently eat fish to check each year." Karen McKeown, state health officer of the Department of Health Services, noted that fish are a low-cost, low-fat source of protein, minerals and vitamins, but that people need to be aware of the kinds of fish they eat and where the fish come from. "By following Wisconsin's fish consumption advice, you can enjoy the fun of fishing as well as obtain the health benefits that come from eating fish," McKeown said. "If you eat fish, you should make sure to follow the fish eating guidance and advisories that will help you to reduce your exposure to environmental contaminants that can build up in fish." For more information search the DNR website, dnr. wi.gov, for keywords "eating your catch."

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ARNELL MEMORIAL HUMANE SOCIETY, AMERY Asa is a short hair Chihuahua. He is on the plump side, white with dark brown spots over his back and head. Asa came to the shelter as a stray in early May with a damaged front leg. Surgery removed the

leg and Asa is more than ready to go home. He weighs 18 pounds, is very housetrained and enjoys taking in the great outdoors during a walk. He has amazing stamina on three legs. He is game for just about anything. Asa loves a ride in the car, a belly rub and a snack before bed. If you are looking for a small dog that can offer companionship and personality, Asa is your man. He won’t wander too far or run too fast. He doesn’t bark unless he has to. He likes to give a Chihuahua grumble under his breath

when it’s time to go outside; just in case you forgot. Asa has an opinion about his pack but is okay with other small dogs. He mostly enjoys laying flat out on his side, near wherever you are. That way he just might get a belly rub. Asa has been at the shelter for two and a half months. Too long for any dog. It is hard for this three legged wonder to compete with the cute puppies and fully ambulatory ball retrieving Labradors. Asa is special dog in his own right. If you are looking for a compact friend that will keep you interested and engaged, come to the shelter to meet Asa. He is waiting for you. In addition to our Basic Canine Obedience classes that are available for dogs 8 weeks and up, our trainer Claire Scriba, is offering free dog training consults at the Arnell shelter. For a limited time, dog owners can receive up to two hours of individualized training with their dog. Claire will give you insights into your dog’s personality and how the two of you can work together on desirable behaviors. You can register online at the Arnell website; go to Pet Services – Basic Obedience for Puppies and Dogs, to contact Claire about a free training consult. Or call her directly, 715 554-1490. Proof of current vaccinations is required. This Saturday evening, July 30th, the International Cat Video

Festival makes its’ way to Millpond Park, Osceola. Join us to celebrate the Cat at the Osceola Public Library Event, part of the Movie Under the Stars & Family Karaoke summer fun. The Cat Video Festival begins at 8 pm but there is plenty to do beforehand. Make a night of it; there are activities for the whole family. Participants will be able to get their picture taken as “Galaxy Cat” (props included) and make Origami Cat Claws. Include your own cat in the notoriety by sending the quirkiest, cutest, most laugh-out-loud funny cat photos to: joels@osceolapubliclibrary.org There will be an obstacle course featuring tons and tons of cardboard boxes (a cat’s favorite play house). Decorate a pot and plant cat grass in it or live it up in a giant sand Litter Box. Get your face painted, complete with whiskers and sing a Cat Song with Family Karaoke before the Video Festival. This event is sponsored by the Osceola Public Library and Arnell Memorial Humane Society. Go to our website for details or Facebook page: Osceola “Movies Under the Stars” for more information. We can’t wait to see you there! Arnell Memorial Humane Society, 715 268-7387, online: ARNELLHUMANE.ORG and Facebook

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Amery Summer Food Service Program Stressing the importance of offering nutritious meals to children during the summer months, the Amery School District announces the sponsorship of the Summer Food Service Program. The following locations will be serving the free meals this summer: Lien Elementary School, 469 Minneapolis Ave. July 1, 5-29, Aug. 1-19 Breakfast: 7:50am- 8:20am Lunch: 11:15am- 12:15pm Meals are provided to eligible children regardless of race, color, national origin, age, gender or disability and there will be no discrimination in the course of meal service.

BIRTHS Amery Hospital and Clinic Kassidy Marie Nelson, 8 lbs. 11 ozs., born on July 1 to Kelly Ploszay and Ryan Nelson, Amery. Vanessa Mae Knutson, 8 lbs. 7.9 ozs., born on July 9 to Angela and Kent Knutson, Clayton. John Nikolai Cuper, 6 lbs. 12 ozs., born on July 12 to Deborah and Matthew Cuper, Clayton. Ivan DeVerr Laursen, 8 lbs. 15 ozs., born on July 14 to Genesis and Ethan Laursen, Clear Lake. Wyatt Jay Sweet, 8 lbs. 10 ozs., born on July 17 to Sarah and Matthew Sweet, Balsam Lake. Makai David Stalhiem, 7 lbs. 15.1 ozs., born on July 20 to Mary and Justin Stalhiem, Amery.

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

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

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

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

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Guard engineers complete road damage assessments Engineers from the Wisconsin National Guard completed road damage assessments in northwest Wisconsin and provided their findings to Wisconsin Emergency Management in the wake of major floods that impacted the region earlier this month. The Guardsmen, who hailed from the Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin-based 724th Engineer Battalion, assessed more than 180 sites in Sawyer, Washburn and Bayfield counties after eight to 12 inches of rain fell in a matter of hours across the region July 12. Approximately two dozen Wisconsin National Guard members were called to state active duty to assist the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (DOT) with road damage assessments July 18, and the assessment teams completed their work July 22 in advance of the Federal Emergency Management Agency's arrival for their own assessment July 25. Gov. Scott Walker requested FEMA to conduct a preliminary damage assessment after local and tribal officials estimated that damage to roads and other public infrastructure, debris clearance and emergency protective measures exceeded $35 million. Gov. Walker declared a state of emergency for eight Wisconsin counties, which authorizes Wisconsin's adjutant general, Maj. Gen. Don Dunbar, to call National Guard forces to state active duty to assist local authorities with recovery efforts. Serving on state active duty in times of emergency is at the core of the National Guard's unique dual-mission as the first military responder in the homeland and as

the primary combat reserve of the Army and Air Force. "To conduct more than 180 road damage assessments in the span of just a few days is an incredible example of the professionalism and dedication of the men and women of the Wisconsin National Guard," Maj. Gen. Dunbar said. "The Wisconsin National Guard remains ready to assist the people of northwest Wisconsin with additional missions, if needed." Local authorities requested assistance from the Guard to assess restoring infrastructure to damaged town roads in more rural and isolated areas where local resources are limited. The Guard's assessment teams worked closely with Wisconsin Emergency Management and DOT to conduct the damage assessments last week. DOT remains focused on restoring bridges and state and U.S. highways affected by the flooding, while the National Guard's assessment efforts were focused on local roads. The Wisconsin National Guard remains ready, well-equipped and well-trained to assist local authorities and the people of northwest Wisconsin with additional missions as requested. Soldiers from the 2nd Battalion, 238th Aviation, based in West Bend, Wisconsin, also assisted with flood response when they responded July 13 to a medevac mission for five citizens of the Bad River Tribe who needed air transport to Ashland, Wisconsin, for dialysis treatment. Road access to the Bad River Reservation had been cutoff in the aftermath of the storm. For the latest updates on the state's response to the floods, visit Ready Wisconsin.

Chet Johnson Drugs and Ellie's Ice Cream Five cents a cup? You're kidding me, Not in this day and age. Still, on the billboard signs we see, the words that set the stage. Now much expanded,still in place, offers as in years gone by, prescriptions, supplements, dressings, space to discuss what and why. When young and too short to quite reach, soda fountain in the back, to gaze at magazines a treat, though Dad said hands off the rack. The jeweler who shared the space, caught our eye near the door, cosmetics to adorn the face, sundries, now even more. How the limited space supplied, for needs and pleasure too, three generations, what a ride! Our hats are off to you. Carol Morfitt Welch

The 724th Engineer Battalion has a long and storied history of service to the state in times of emergency and as a primary combat reserve force for the nation. Formed from former infantry, artillery and tanker units shortly after World War II, the 724th remained a part of the 32nd Infantry Division until the 1960s. In 1961, the battalion mobilized along with the rest of the 32nd Infantry, into active federal service during the Berlin Crisis. After the terror attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, the battalion and its units mobilized numerous times in support of combat operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. Elements of the battalion have served on state active duty in times of emergency for a variety of missions including a benzene spill near Superior in 1992, major floods in 1993, winter storm activations, and when downed trees from a major wind storm posed a fire threat to northern Wisconsin in 2011, among other state activations. The battalion has also completed numerous community service-oriented engineer projects over the years including recent work at Camp American Legion and construction on a community sports complex in Mosinee, Wisconsin, and a shooting range for the Eau Claire County Sheriff's Department. The 724th Engineer Battalion's headquarters, the 949th Engineer Detachment (Survey and Design), as well as the Hayward, Wisconsin-based 724th Engineer Battalion Forward Support Company are all scheduled to be inactivated as a result of Army-wide force structure changes required under the 2016 National Defense Authorization Act.

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Most DNR northern properties not affected by storms MADISON - A second storm that hit northwestern Wisconsin early Thursday morning blew down trees throughout the area, but did not cause any additional closures to state parks or forests in the region. Heavy storm damage was reported in Ashland County, which is still recovering from a torrential rain storm that hit the region the night of July 1112. Some areas received 8 to 10 inches of rain in that storm, causing flooding and major road washouts. Saturated soil likely contributed to the large number of trees blown down in the most recent storm that had winds reported at up to 75 miles per hour. A number sections of state trails remain closed from last week's rain and high waters on the St. Croix and Mississippi River continue to have some campgrounds and other facilities closed at Governor Knowles State Forest and Merrick and Interstate state parks. Most other northern properties such as the Flambeau River, Northern Highland-American Legion and Peshtigo River state forests, and Amnicon, Big Bay, Pattison and Copper Falls state parks are open. Travel to destinations may take longer due to numerous road closures. People traveling to the area should check the Wisconsin Department of Transportation www.511wi.gov website for details. People can find out more information about Department of Natural Resources properties affected by flooding in northwestern Wisconsin through an updated "current conditions" page of the DNR website. To find a park, forest or trail property search the DNR website for keywords "find a park." With the hot weather in the forecast, many park visitors are expected to seek relief at beaches and on rivers, but state health officials are cautioning people to play it safe if they plan to go swimming, canoeing, boating or fishing after heavy rain and flooding. Check with local health authorities on water quality conditions and get updates on Great Lakes beach water quality and more than 100 inland beaches before you go. Visit Wisconsin Beach Health [exit DNR] for more information.

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WISCONSIN INTERSTATE PARK, ST. CROIX FALLS NATURALIST PROGRAMS AT WISCONSIN INTERSTATE PARK Friday, July 29 The Secrets of Eagle Peak, 3:00 PM at the Eagle Peak Trail sign in the Pines Group Camp. Discover many secrets of the Peak and enjoy a beautiful view of the St. Croix River Valley. See the nest of our resident pair of bald eagles and perhaps glimpse this year's eaglets. Saturday, July 30 Pet A Pelt, 2:00 PM at the Ice Age Center. Stop in and learn more about Wisconsin wildlife. Did you know that deer hair is hollow? What makes the fur of a beaver or otter different? Get your questions answered, and feel the differences in various animal pelts. Let's Talk Turtles, 4:00 PM at the Camp Interstate Shelter. Meet Gizmo and E.T., two members of an ancient and fascinating group of reptiles. Learn some tips to help save turtles and craft a turtle to take home. A Billion Years on the Pothole Trail,

7:00 PM at the Pothole Trail sign. A relaxing hike back in time to view the geological wonders created over the last billion years. Weekly Programs Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays Family Fun! Drop-in activities between 1:00 - 2:30 PM. Check at the park office or Ice Age Center for the program location within the park. Thursdays Nature Storytime, 10:00 AM. A story and activity chosen especially for children pre-K through Kindergarten and their parents. Check at the park office upon arrival for the program location within the park. Interstate Park is located in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin, on WI Hwy 35 just ½-mile south of Hwy 8. The programs are free of charge, but a Wisconsin State park sticker is required to enter the park. For more information call Julie or Barb at 715-483-3747, visit www.wiparks. netor become a friend on Facebook at Friends of WI Interstate State Park.

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St. Croix Casinos to host annual School Supply Drive August 1 - 5 The St. Croix Chippewa of Wisconsin have announced that the three St. Croix Casinos are hosting their eighth annual school supply drive August 1 5. Casino guests donating at least two new school supply items at any of the St. Croix Casinos – Danbury, Hertel or Turtle Lake – will receive $5 in Turtle Bucks slot play and a drawing entry. Guests donating five or more items will receive $10 in slot play and two drawing entries. Drawings for two $100 Walmart gift cards will be held at

each casino at 10 a.m. Wednesday, August 10. Winners need not be present. The casinos’ school supply drive runs from 8 a.m. August 1 through 4 p.m. August 5. Guests may donate at each casino once per day during the drive. A valid players club card and ID are required. All donated items will be distributed to schools in northwest Wisconsin. For more information, contact Judy Warmanen at 1-800-846-8946 or 715986-4777 or att judy.warmanen@stcroixcasino.com.

Exhibit celebrates local national parks “Tributaries of Earth and Water,” an exhibit celebrating the landscapes, plants, wildlife, and waterways of local national parks is currently on display at the St. Croix River Visitor Center. The exhibit, focused on the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway and the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area, includes works in watercolor, fiber arts, acrylic, graphite, and a variety of mixed medias by 16 different artists.

BRIDGE 1. Gene and Judy Collier 2. Butch and Janet Burke 3. Evie Porter and Mary Lou Stanley

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Little Miss Teardrop By: Larry Phillipson 7-16-2016

In nineteen sixty one I walked into a bar, it was in Panama City, Florida, away from home so far. There was a girl bartender that looked sad, somebody said "Miss Teardrop don't feel so bad". I sat down at a table and I wrote a song, it was called "Little Miss Teardrop", it didn't take long. Miss Teardrop and I drove to Nashville to record, we took the song to Wisconsin, a long way in a Ford. I sold the record to juke box record vendors, hoping they would play for the tenders. I found out later it outplayed anything they had, proof is in the pudding, black records turn white they said. It was a smash hit the operators said, I felt good that I had words like that in my head. Miss Teardrop went back to Tennessee, hopped a flight, that autumn I met Linnea, a love that was right.

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An emergency flood relief drive sponsored by the St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin and hosted by the St. Croix Casinos has brought in a truckload of supplies and $10,000 in cash donations. The drive ran from July 15 - 18 at all three St. Croix Casinos. Guests donating at least $5 in cash received $10 in slot play. Guests contributing bottled water, diapers, cat litter or dog or cat food received $15 in slot play. Supplies collected included 350 cases of bottled water, 50 packages of diapers, 76 bags of cat litter, 25 cases of dog food and 20 cases of cat food. St. Croix Casinos staff members delivered these

supplies to the Bad River reservation community in Ashland, Wis. on June 20. St. Croix Casinos Director of Marketing Jamie Buck emphasized that the success of the flood relief drive depended upon the efforts of a lot of people. “I’m thankful for our marketing staff, for swinging into action quickly and efficiently to organize and advertise the flood relief drive at the St. Croix Tribal Council’s request,” said St. Croix Casinos Director of Marketing Jamie Buck. “I also want to thank the staff at all three casinos for collecting and boxing donations and the delivery crew for taking

the donations to the Bad River community. Most of all, thank you to our generous guests who donated cash and items for the drive.” As part of its flood relief effort, the St. Croix Tribe also donated and delivered $650 worth of ground beef and chicken, diapers, baby wipes, bottled water, dog and cat food and cat litter to the Bad River reservation community. These items were donated by the tribe’s Fourwinds Market in Siren, Wis. and were delivered on Friday, July 15.

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They call you Miss Teardrop because you look so sad, it makes me unhappy to know you feel bad. What can I do, what can I say? Why can't I drive all your teardrops away. I stand here waiting all of the while, it would make me so happy to see your sweet smile. But I must drive the teardrops from your eyes of blue, the teardrops that keep me from having you. I'd spend my lifetime trying to do, sweet little things everyday just for you. But I must dry the teardrops from your eyes of blue. My little Miss Teardrop, you know I love you. I got a phone call from Tennessee yesterday, from friends I have known from that way. They said Miss Teardrop died a month ago, since we parted she married three times, not too slow! Larry Phillipson is a poet laureate of Amery, Wisconsin

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NRCS Announces Growing Up Lutheran, part 2 EQIP Signup for 2017 Funding, Apply by Sep 2, 2016

Growing up Lutheran was something I took for granted until Growing up I left Amery when in Amery I looked back at the church and our famiLoren Elkin ly’s involvement. Weddings, like nothing we experience today, were short and to the point. Saturday night, usually, with an 8:00 service lasting about half an hour. And not 12 attendants but often one, two, or three. After the kiss and their walk down the aisle, everyone went through the receiving line before going to the basement. There the couple cut the cake, said a few words, and got to eat first. The refreshments? Cake, sometimes Jell-o and other desserts, coffee, milk, and little more. Simple, and no huge meal for hundreds of guests. Sometimes they opened presents as the assembled friends and relatives talked and enjoyed the evening. By 10:00, or earlier, most of the guests were homeward bound, and the couple headed for some clandestine location like a motel within an hour’s drive. Pot luck meals were common. Thursday evening during the school year, once a month, the lady’s aid society, the circles they were called, put on a pot luck meal. This special meal had many hotdishes/ casseroles to choose from as well as buns, Jello and other salads, desserts, and a relish dish. At the beginning of the line sat a glass dish, a place to contribute to the coffee costs and other expenses like the purchased rolls. One lady was unique, coming from the Little Falls area, a single mom with 6 children

who all looked different from each other. A widow or divorcee, a rarity in our church and in Amery, but a regular participant of the week night meal. A few talked under their breath that she only put in $1 for the meal for all 7 of them, a lesser amount than others contributed. The family wasn’t like the rest of the congregation that was either older couples or younger couples with one or two children. Anyway, it was a good meal for a Thursday evening. Ushering was a practice my dad and I performed in the summer. It was a training period for rookies. We handed out bulletins as people entered, which meant getting there earlier than usual. We’d help seat late people and later collect money from them with the passing of the wooden collection plates. At the end of the service, we’d walk to the front of the church and one by one allow people in the pews to leave, in an orderly manner. My reference to the Power Nod, something I hadn’t thought of before, meant that Dad or I would nod to our side, thus freeing them, turning them loose. There wasn’t much ritual in Dad’s life or mine, but church was ceremony with understood ground rules. And we ushers were in charge. Recently I received an email from Cheryl Carlson, AHS class of ’68, who provided insight into the workings and history of the Redeemer Lutheran church, sometimes called the German Lutheran Church. There is enough in her note and email for another column next week. Thanks so much to Cheryl. elkfarm@wctc.net Please write.

Polk County Fair in St. Croix Falls July 28-29-30-31, 2016

See the Fair Guide included in this issue

Providing Conservation Practices to Improve Soil Health and Protect Natural Resources Madison, Wis. – July 22, 2016 − Farmers will want to plan ahead and sign up early for USDA conservation funding. Jimmy Bramblett, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) State Conservationist in Wisconsin, announced farmers interested in the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) need to apply by September 2, 2016, for funding in 2017. Applications are being taken at all USDA Service Centers in Wisconsin. EQIP is the primary program available to farmers for farm and woodland conservation work, offering payments for over 110 basic conservation practices. Last year, Wisconsin received about $21 million in funds for EQIP practices. “By getting applications in early, we have time for staff to visit individual farms to help plan all practices needed and offer advice,” said Bramblett. “It’s easier to do an accurate plan before the snow flies, when you can better see the landscape.” All eligible applications received by Sept. 2, 2016, will be evaluated and ranked for funding in 2017. Farmers may contact their local USDA Service Center to get started on producer eligibility and planning. Bramblett reminds farmers who are interested in practices that may require permits, such as manure storage or streambank restoration, to begin planning and seeking permits as soon as possible. Applicants with shovel-ready projects (designs completed and permits obtained) will receive higher priority. Signup by Sept. 2, 2016 for Several Special Initiatives Focusing on Conservation Efforts Special sign-up opportunities are also now open for OnFarm Energy, Organic, and Seasonal High Tunnel conservation practices, as well as a number

of landscape based initiatives. All offer technical and financial assistance through EQIP. On-Farm Energy: NRCS and producers develop Agricultural Energy Management Plans (AgEMP) or farm energy audits that assess energy consumption on an operation. Audit data is used to develop energy conservation recommendations. Organic: NRCS helps certified organic growers and producers, working to achieve organic certification, install conservation practices to address resource concerns on organic operations. Seasonal High Tunnel (Hoop House): NRCS helps producers plan and implement high tunnels - steel-framed, polyethylene-covered structures that extend growing seasons in an environmentally safe manner. High tunnel benefits include better plant and soil quality, fewer nutrients and pesticides in the environment, and better air quality due to fewer vehicles being needed to transport crops. Supporting conservation practices such as grassed waterways, and diversions are available to address resource concerns on operations with Seasonal High Tunnel structures. Honey Bee: The upper Midwest is the resting ground for over 65 percent of commercially managed honey bees in the country. The NRCS is helping farmers and landowners implement conservation practices that will provide safe and divers food sources for honey bees. Pasture management, wildlife habitat, and appropriate cover crops are used as tools to improve the health of our honey bees, which support more than $15 billion worth of agricultural production. National Water Quality Initiative: NWQI is designed to help individual agricultural producers take actions to reduce

the runoff of sediment, nutrients, and pathogens into waterways where water quality is a critical concern. The goal is to implement conservation practices in focused watersheds in a concentrated area so that agriculture no longer contributes to the impairment of water bodies within these priority watersheds. Eligible watersheds include Big Green Lake in Green Lake County, Spring Creek in Green County, Wilson Creek in Dunn and St. Croix County. Monarch Butterfly Habitat Development Project: This project is an effort to boost monarch populations through the Southern Plains and Upper Midwest. Through EQIP, NRCS Wisconsin will assist the effort by working with partners and clients to increase monarch habitat on private lands. Southern and western Wisconsin are priority areas of the project. Regional Conservation Partnership Program: The Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) promotes coordination between NRCS and its partners to deliver conservation assistance to producers and landowners. NRCS provides assistance to producers through partnership agreements and through program contracts or easement agreements. Current active projects for water quality improvement are located within the Oconomowoc River watershed, the Baraboo River Watershed, and the Yahara River watershed as well as a project to improve Golden-winged warbler habitat in 20 northern Wisconsin counties. Landowners interested in applying for EQIP funding should contact their local NRCS office at the USDA Service Center in their county. For more information, visit www. wi.nrcs.usda.gov.

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It’s Fair Week . . . It’s Fair Week WooHoo!!! It’s Polk County Fair Week! Yes as many of you know, I love being a part of the fair…as an exhibitor, taking pictures covering the fair, and of course, as a fairgoer. I started being a fair exhibitor as soon as I was old enough to join 4H, and now I am still at it. We enter items in the “Antiques” division…I know, I guess that is appropriate. Each year it is fun to go through some of our parents things and see what we can Pounding take for display. The items have to be at the least 60 years old. Pavement I will be traveling the fairgrounds the Pam Humpal 4+ days of the annual event capturing pictures of the activities, fairgoers having fun, and businesses/exhibitors at the Quality Livestock Auction. Our issue on August 2 will contain fair Congratulations and Thank You ads from area businesses as they purchase animals at the auction Saturday night, and also from 4H/ FFA members to the buyers of their animals. Businesses and exhibitors who would like me to get a picture of them for the Amery Free Press should please give me a call at 715-268-8101, or mention it to me at the fair. As a fairgoer, I look forward to watching the exhibitors showing their animals/projects with pride, visiting with fellow fairgoers, people watching-one of my favorite things to do, checking out all the entertainment and displays, and of course, enjoying the delicious fair food. My goal each year is to try something at every food stand during the fair, and I think most years I achieve that goal and then some. It just makes my mouth water thinking about the corn dogs, french fries, cheeseburgers, cheese curds, mini donuts, root beer floats, pies, malts, shaved ice, pizza and the list goes on.

Included in this issue is a special Polk County Fair Guide containing photos of the 4H clubs in the county, a map of the fairgrounds, and a schedule of judging and entertainment. Thank you very much to the 4H leaders and members, and to the fair board/volunteers for their assistance in obtaining the information for the guide. Good Luck to all the exhibitors at the Polk County Fair! It’s celebration time at Stone Creek Custom Interiors. They are inviting you to an Open House in recognition of their 4th Anniversary. This Friday, July 29, stop by to enjoy cookies & coffee, see new displays of products, and have a chance to win a Yeti Roadie Cooler. The crew at Stone Creek are very helpful and knowledgeable about remodeling/updating your home. Stone Creek showroom is located at RiverPlace Mall on the south end of Amery. “Ask The Experts”…this is a special page that runs the last issue of each month, and contains Q & A on various topics that we as consumers would like to know. Thank you to the area businesses that have been a part of this special page. Happy Birthday wishes this week to my nephew, Cody, and my nephewin-law, Ricky, on July 31, and also to my sister, Joanne, on August 1. Enjoy your very special days! Here are some very interesting and informative tidbits that I received from Aunt Peter… *A woman lost her ring in her garden and found it 16 years later growing on a carrot. *A new born kangaroo is small enough to fit in a spoon. Once again, Good Luck to all the Polk County Fair Exhibitors. Let’s hope for good fair weather…I will see you at the fair!!!

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Western Hoe-Down coming to the Community Center Break out the cowboy hand and bandana - we’ve got a fun time in store for our July/August/September birthday people – and anyone else who would like to come! Join us on August 11th for a fun Western Hoe-Down! Dress in your best western attire and be eligible to win over $100 in door prizes! Music by Dick Armbruster will start at 11:30, take a little break for lunch at 12:00, and back to music at 12:30 until 1:00. Members, the cost is $6, non-members is $7. Sign up to reserve your spot by noon Monday, August 8th. And don’t worry – if you don’t have anything “western” to wear, we’ve got a few bandanas and hats laying around that you can use. We have a support group that will be the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 1pm, starting in July, to allow people to talk about their experiences with cancer, grief and depression as well as share mutual support to one another. St. Croix Hospice will be leading this group and they are very knowledgeable of these topics. We encourage anyone that may be struggling with these issues to come to this support group. The cost is free and it is open to the public. Our 2nd Annual “Shirley’s Card Party” will be held Monday, August 15th, lunch at 11:30, with cards starting at noon.

Cost is $3.00 for members of the Amery Area Community Center, $6.00 for non-members. Members will also receive a deck of souvenir tribute “Shirley’s Card Party” playing cards. Sign up and reserve your space by Monday, August 8th. Let us know at that time if you will be playing bridge, 500 or polish poker. Arm Knitting is a new craze that you will love! You don't need to be a knitter but if you are, it will be familiar right away. If you aren't it is very easy to follow along. Yarn will be provided. Date is August 9 at 6pm. Cost $22 for lesson and yarn. Must be a member of the Amery Area Community Center. Non-members – please stop in the office to play dues. Sign up and pay by August 2. We have two Zumba sessions coming up this fall, and there are already people signing up. We had to turn people away from the last class, so if you want to join, get in now! These are 6-week sessions, the first session starts Wednesday September 7th, the second session starts October 19th. Cost is $30 for 6 weeks. Those of you who are not Community Center members can join for only $14 with paid Zumba session! What a bargain! There’s a new machine in our Exercise Room – it is an elliptical/exercise bike combined – you can

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use it either way. In addition, you can either use the stationary handles or moving ones – it’s a combination of things all rolled into one, and it’s height adjustable. Our exercise room hours are 7am – 6pm Monday through Thursday and 7am – 2pm on Friday’s. The cost for the use of our gym equipment is only $10 a month if you are a member. (Cost of annual membership is only $20/ year). We try to keep the cost down as low as we can. We also have our Mond ay/Wed nesd ay/ Friday morning low-impact aerobics at 9am. Gary Snelling was first in pool with Mary Fisher bringing up second, Paul Seidel third and Val Hansen fourth. Les Peterson won the consolation prize. Dave Olson was first in Wii Bowling, with Milt Johson in second, and Carl Johnson third. Syd Lund was first in Wednesday bridge, Jim Rivard in second, and Patty talbot third. Gary Snelling was first in Thursday pool, Mary Fisher 2nd Gene Pribnow 3rd and Carl Johnson fourth. Milt Johnson won the consolation prize. Don’t forget all members are encouraged to come and join in the fun! Thank you all for playing! Have a great week! Kari Fladwood - Director

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McCain Foods USA understands the recipe for healthy growth within our organization: great working conditions, a rewarding environment, room to grow and a little loving care. McCain Foods – Grow with Us!

Electrical and Instrumentation Technician 2nd or 3rd Shift Rice Lake, WI

The E&I Technician is responsible for maintaining the facility’s electronic controls and maintenance-repair work on all production line equipment to minimize production downtime. Must be able to work with little or no supervision. Completes all work on daily basis while working in a safe manner following all safety rules, LOTO procedures, and JSA’s. Up to $30/Hr. for pay depends on knowledge and experience, plus a shift differential of $0.40/Hr. for 2nd Shift, and $0.65/Hr. for 3rd Shift. Duties include: panel design; Industrial Network knowledge on Device Net; Allen Bradley PLC programming; Allen Bradley HMI programming; plant network administration; AutoCAD reading and editing; project management for automation projects; and mechanical maintenance, equipment inspections, and plant PM’s to support production. Requirements: • 2-year degree/certification equivalent in a technical discipline related to maintenance or electrical, with 1-3 years of previous work experience preferred • Must be proficient in PLC programming, HMI programming, power distribution, control and safety circuitry, robotics, schematics, and use of electrical and electronic testing equipment • Basic maintenance knowledge: refrigeration (ammonia), hydraulics and pneumatics, stainless steel fabrication, welding, motors, and gear reducers are also highly desirable • Good communication, mathematical and problem solving skills • A forklift license is required for this position

Maintenance Mechanic 2nd or 3rd Shift

Major job responsibilities include: • Maintaining and fixing production line and plant equipment, with little or no supervision, such as: robotics, packaging equipment, and fryers; heating and ventilating units; and material handling equipment • Being involved in opportunities to fabricate new equipment, upgrade electrical controls and automate processes • Performing general and preventive maintenance • Troubleshooting minor wiring and repair work The successful candidate will have a strong electrical background, with a 2-year degree or higher in electromechanical, industrial mechanics or metal machining/ fabrication a plus. Must be proficient in three or more of the following: • Robotics • Refrigeration (ammonia) • PLC skills (RSLogix 5000, SLC504, Micro • Electrical (solid state a plus) 1000 & 1500 series) • Hydraulics and Pneumatics • Metal fabrication • Ability to read blueprints and schematics • Stainless Steel fabrication • PC skills and software knowledge preferred Additional consideration will be given to those with strong PLC skills and experience. Starting pay is $23.10/Hr. with raises to $23.30/Hr. after 90 days, plus a shift differential of $0.40/Hr. for 2nd Shift, and $0.65/Hr. for 3rd Shift. In addition to a competitive salary and opportunities for career advancement, McCain Foods USA offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time positions that include medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k), paid time off, holidays, STD, LTD, and more. For a detailed job description and to apply, please go online to http://www.mccainusa.com/, click on Careers, then click on Career Opportunities, then click on Search Openings, then search for the “Electrical Instrumentation Technician” or “Maintenance Mechanic” position (Hint: type in “Rice Lake” as the key word and click on Search). Applicants can access this site anywhere they have internet service. Please Note: Applicants must have an email address to apply. Paper applications and resumes will not be accepted at the plant. We will only accept online applications. McCain Foods and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. No telephone calls, please.

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POLK COUNTY POSITION ANNOUNCEMENTS Polk County offers careers that Matter – Join us to make a difference, together we will strengthen our community!

We cannot function without great employees – talented, caring professionals are rewarded with a great total rewards package and support!

Aging Disability Resource Center (ADRC) Elder Benefit Specialist Full-time – Non-exempt (Hourly) Position DOQ The ADRC works with adults & their families who are impacted by aging, disability, and mental health or substance abuse issues – providing information, assistance, education and advocacy – striving to enhance the independence and quality of their lives. This position ensures that people sixty (60) and older have access to information and assistance when applying for public and private benefits. Thorough knowledge and experience in direct preparatory work demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of services to the elderly, ability to research, understand and explain public benefit programs and related matters in the private sector; working through coordination with other county, community, and governmental agencies, and under the direction of the regional legal assistance provider. Qualifications include Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related human services field, one (1) year professional experience working with a vulnerable population, certified Social Worker – or eligible for certification with two (2) years of employment. Deadline to apply: August 9, 2016

Highway Mechanic Full-time – Non-exempt (Hourly) Position DOQ The Polk County Highway Department supports, sustains and enhances the economic vitality and quality of life within Polk County by developing and maintaining a safe, efficient, balanced and environmentally sound county and state road system. The duties and responsibilities of the Highway Mechanic include diagnosing, servicing, repairing and rebuilding components of cars, light and heavy trucks, truck equipment, trailers, tractors, heavy equipment and machinery for the overall purpose of highway maintenance, while providing responsive, courteous and efficient service to County residents, fellow employees, and the general public. Qualifications include an Associate degree in automotive or diesel mechanics and three (3) years professional experience in diagnosing, service, maintenance, repair and rebuilding components of cars, light and heavy trucks, truck equipment, trailers, tractors, busses, heavy equipment and machinery, a combination of education and experience may be considered. Must have a valid Class B license with Air Brakes, or obtain within six (6) months, and obtain mobile air conditioning, and commercial motor vehicle inspection certifications within (12) months of employment. Deadline to apply: August 9, 2016 YOU MUST COMPLETE AN ON-LINE APPLICATION TO BE ELIGIBLE. For complete job description, position requirements, application, and details please visit our website at www.co.polk.wi.us, Employment Opportunities. AA/EEOC

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Jack Link’s is looking to fill the following positions Immediately.

Call 800-666-5187 to learn more about our CDL Training Academy.

The School District of Turtle Lake has an Employment Opportunity available for the following:

LIBRARY AIDE (10 HRS/WEEK) PROGRAM ASSISTANT – LITTLE LAKER CLUB (23 HRS/WEEK) In addition, we are looking for Substitutes in the following positions:

Positions Open

Jack Link’s is the global protein snacks leader and fastest-growing protein manufacturer Jack Jack Link’s is snack the global meatworldwide. snacksTheleader Link’s brand represents a heritage of quality and consumer and fastest-growing meat snack manufacturer trust. Well known its iconic Messin’ Withrepresents Sasquatch™a worldwide. TheforJack Link’s brand advertising campaign, Jack Link’s offers more preheritage of quality and consumer trust. than Well100 known mium meat snack products at retail outlets in more than 40 for its iconic Messin’ With Sasquatch™ advertising countries. campaign, Jack Link’s offers more than 100

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

• Processing …Friday, Saturday,office: Sunday Apply today at our corporate Week-End Schedule ONE SNACK LANE, MINONG, WI or callSafety HumanAnd Resources 715-466-6690 • Food QualityatSupervisor for more information • Food Safety And Quality Lab Technicians

CUSTODIANS, CLERICAL/ OFFICE PERSONNEL AND PARAPROFESSIONAL AIDES

Jack Link’s Beef Jerky is an equal opportunity employer Apply today at our corporate offiM/F/DIV ce: One Snack Food EEO/AA Employer

Applications should be returned to: School District of Turtle Lake District Office 205 Oak Street North Turtle Lake, WI 54889

POSITIONS AVAILABLE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF AMERY

Applications and job descriptions may be obtained from our website www.turtlelake.k12.wi.us by clicking on “District” and then “Employment” or by contacting the District Office at 715-986-2597. The School District of Turtle Lake is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Lane, Minong, WI. or call Human Resources Director, 715-466-6690 for more info. Jack Link’s Beef jerky is an equal opportunity employer. EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V

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CLUBHOUSE •Lead Teacher for Clubhouse Childcare Center age 3-4 classroom This is a full-time (40 hours per week), 12-month position. Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood or Child Development subject areas or a Registry Credential is preferred. Holiday pay, retirement, and other benefits included. •Clubhouse Childcare Assistant Teachers and Substitutes

Lakeside Foods - New Richmond, WI

LAKESIDE FOODS is looking to fill the following SEASONAL positions:

SEASONAL FIELD HARVEST OPERATOR (July – September) Previous experience operating Field Equipment No CDL License necessary Starting Wages at $10/hour OT paid after 40 hrs/wk

Interested applicants should apply through email, fax, or in person. 660 N. 2nd Street, New Richmond, WI Email: ekunze@lakesidefoods.com Phone (715) 243-7368 Fax (715) 243-7356 M/F/D/V Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

COACHING •Middle School Assistant Football Coach •High School Girls C team Basketball Coach •Assistant Volleyball Coaches Middle School SUPPORT STAFF Elementary School 4K Paraeducator, 50% position SCHOOL NUTRITION Part-time position and Substitutes BUS DRIVER and VAN DRIVER Substitutes For further information on all of the positions listed above, go to WECAN https://services. education.wisc.edu/wecan/ and create an account. Coaching positions are listed under Certified Staff and all others are listed under Support Staff. For information call 715-2689771 x272. TO APPLY: Complete application and provide 2 letters of recommendation on WECAN (https://services.education.wisc.edu/wecan/). DEADLINE: Until Filled

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The School District of Amery is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, and where applicable, sex, marital status, familial status, parental status, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, political beliefs, reprisal, or because all or part of an individual's income is derived from any public assistance program.

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GARAGE SALE July 29 & 30, 8-5

13’ tripod deer tower (camo cover incl.), heavy duty 3/4 h.p. electric motor (forward & reverse control), drill press, engine hoist, sm. air compressor, shop hand tools, cordless tools, 2-cycle push mower, 2 sm. chest freezers, mini fridge, weight bench w/weights, 5 pc. drum set, love seat, love seat and chair (set), curio cabinet, hope chest, sm. meat slicer, 2 H.D. helmets, sports cards and collectibles, Hot Wheels, household items, knick-knacks, Xmas items, clothes, much misc.

1122 Hwy. 8

(1-1/2 miles west of 8/46 roundabout)

GARAGE SALE

Tons of kids clothing Girls: 3M-9/10 & boys: NB4T, maternity clothes, baby items, toys, and much more.

Friday, July 29, & Saturday, July 30, 9 am-5 pm, Sunday, July 31, 10 am-3 pm

344 95th St., Clear Lake

1 DAY ONLY SALE!

Friday, July 29, 8 am-7 pm Treasures - old & new, furniture, home furnishings, pictures, glassware, kids clothes - all NEW. Stone Creek overstock, extras, returns and misc.

RiverPlace Mall next to Amery True Value. South end of Amery

ESTATE SALE

GARAGE SALE

306 North St., Amery

935 Sunflower Way, Amery Friday, July 29, 8-5

Thursday, July 28, 8 am-1 pm Tools, Christmas decorations & ornaments, women’s plus size clothes, pool table, lighted curio cabinet, dishes & kitchenware, full size bedroom set, appliances, hand-built bar.

CASH ONLY

Items must be removed before end of sale

Rain or Shine

Lots of clothes! Girls 6-8, boys 12, young men’s, women’s & men’s. Like new Harley Davidson apparel, leather jackets & rainsuit, new CM scrapbooks, cricuit & cartridges, DVDs, metal swing set, excellent, stand up sandbox

FOR RENT Fully furnished 2 BR small house on Bear Trap Lake, Amery Available first week of September thru May 2017 $700/month Utilities included NO PETS

715-579-6881

LPN Position – Evening Shift

2:30-10:45pm Part Time, including every other weekend 6 shifts every two weeks Starting Wage: $20.89

Benefit eligible including Health Insurance, Dental/Vision insurance, Paid Time Off, WRS Retirement, etc. Please call for more information or apply now.

NOTICE OF POSITION OPENING

HIGH SCHOOL / MIDDLE SCHOOL SPANISH TEACHER

Position: One full-time position serving grades 6-12, beginning with 2016-17 school year. The teaching assignment will include Exploratory Spanish, Spanish I, and Spanish II. Coaching and/or advisory positions are also available.

FOR RENT

Qualifications Necessary: Qualified applicants of high character should possess a high level of content knowledge; believe all students can learn and that teachers play an active role in the learning process; display strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills; enjoy working with teenagers; be willing to collaborate with colleagues; and be dedicated individuals who exhibit a strong desire to improve student learning.

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The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of best teaching practices, will make data-based decisions, will use technology as a tool for learning, will be familiar with academic standards, and will differentiate instruction to meet individual student needs. Knowledge of effective classroom management is essential.

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Requirements: Applicants must have appropriate DPI licensure (365), or be eligible for such licensure.

2 BR, 1 bath apartment in Clear Lake 715-643-6404

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How to Apply: Qualified, interested persons should apply by sending a letter of application, district application (available at www.unity.k12.wi.us ), resume, copy of license or evidence of license eligibility, transcripts, and three (3) letters of recommendation to: Brandon W. Robinson, District Administrator Unity School District 1908 150th Street/Hwy 46 North Balsam Lake, WI 54810 7267 Deadline: August 5, 2016 Unity School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability.

Deadline to apply online: 7/31/2016 __________________________________________

Dietary Aide/Cook

45 hours every two weeks

Part time position available, including working every other weekend (day and afternoon hours) and approximately 2-3 shifts (day hours during the week. No experience necessary, we will train the right candidate! Call today for more information! Deadline to apply online: 8/5/2016

Wage: $10.40-$11.00/hr starting

You must complete an on-line application to be eligible. For complete job description, position requirements, application, and details please visit our website at www.co.polk.wi.us, Employment Opportunities. AA/EEOC

NOTICE OF POSITION OPENING

MIDDLE SCHOOL/ HIGH SCHOOL PHYSICAL EDUCATION/ HEALTH TEACHER Position: One full-time position serving grades 6-12, beginning with 2016-17 school year. The teaching assignment may include courses in Middle School Health and Physical Education, Strength & Conditioning, Team Sports, and Lifeguarding. Coaching and/or advisory positions are also available. Qualifications Necessary: Qualified applicants of high character should possess a high level of content knowledge; believe all students can learn and that teachers play an active role in the learning process; display strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills; enjoy working with teenagers; be willing to collaborate with colleagues; have strong technology skills as Unity School District is a 1:1 iPad School in grades 6-12; and be a dedicated individual who exhibits a strong desire to improve student learning. Requirements: Applicants must have appropriate DPI licensure (530 and 910), or be eligible for such licensure. Additional license(s) preferred (540 and/or 860) How to Apply: Qualified, interested persons should apply by sending a letter of application, District application (available at www.unity.k12.wi.us ), resume, copy of license or evidence of license eligibility, transcripts, and three (3) letters of recommendation to: Brandon W. Robinson, District Administrator Unity School District 1908 150th Street/Hwy 46 North Balsam Lake, WI 54810 7267 Deadline August 5, 2016 or Until Filled EOE Unity School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability.

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Q. Are you an expert in your field?

Would you like to share your knowledge with others?

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one of next month’s experts. Look for our next page published in the August 30 newspaper.

To pose a question for one of our experts, send a letter to: The Amery Free Press, PO Box 424, Amery, WI 54001 or email Mike at classifieds@theameryfreepress.com AUTOMOTIVE ADVICE

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INSURANCE ADVICE

HEALTH & BEAUTY ADVICE

What is the proper limit of liability that I should carry for a personal auto policy in Wisconsin?

How do I prevent my blonde hair from turning green when I go swimming in a pool?

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Why should I trade in my vehicle to a dealership?

Trading in your vehicle to a dealer has one huge advantage over selling it yourself – it is much easier! Instead of listing it online, taking time to meet prospecRobert Fuller tive buyers and worrying if their check is going to clear; people who decide to trade in their car simply come to an Sales Consultant agreement with a dealer. That’s it! A question I am asked often is: “How does it work if I still owe money on my vehicle?” It’s actually very simple. If you owe less than the vehicle is worth – you have equity. That money can be used as cash down or can even be simply given to you. If you owe more than your vehicle is worth – you have negative equity. Nine times of out 10 we can factor that amount owed into your new loan; it is a very common situation. There are also tax benefits to trading. Most states require that sales tax be paid only on the difference between the price of your trade-in and the new vehicle you are buying; not the full price of the new car you bought. I recommend preparing your vehicle as if you are selling it yourself – wash the exterior and clean out the interior. If you have your title, bring it with you to the dealer. Our appraisal process takes fifteen minutes and then you have a real offer in your hands. Stop by or call me at 715-268-7676, I’d love to help you. Hwy. 46, Amery, WI 54001 715-268-3525 715-268-7676 Service hours: Mon.-Fri. 7:30-5; Sat. 8-2 For online scheduling: www.amerychev.com/service

A. The state of Wisconsin now requires every car to have liability insurance. The minimum

Erik Hellie Insurance Agent

amount of liability needed to satisfy the state law is only 25,000 per person with 50,000 per accident. This is really not enough for proper protection. Everyone’s individual needs are different based on their assets, their income potential, and most importantly the severity of an accident with injury they may be held responsible for. No one has a “crystal ball” to know when or how bad an accident will be. A smart minimum starting point for auto insurance is to carry at least 250,000 per person and 500,000 per accident. An additional personal umbrella liability policy is a wise choice for added protection. The best course of action is to review your individual exposure and needs with a local trusted agent and heed their advice. A few more dollars spent now to have adequate coverage can save you much more down the road if ever needed.

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– What expenses should school teacher’s keep track of?

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Dirk Prindle

A. Most commonly teachers let us know about their union

dues paid and that they spent $250 for their page 1 deduction. But what else should we know? Each of us in the community know that you spend more than $250 each year to teach your students (above school budget provisions). Please let us know about the mileage incurred, education classes taken, licenses paid, and any additional expenses incurred. We appreciate your willingness to commit so much time and money toward these students (our kids) that we want you to get anything the IRS is willing to give you as well.

A. To call dental insurance

HAIR STUDIO

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Dr. Heather Marks

Dr. Rollyn Lee

“insurance” is really misleading, and here’s why. With medical insurance, the patient pays the first part (the copay and deductible) up to a certain amount and then the insurance usually covers the remaining costs above and beyond the patient portion. With dental insurance it’s just the opposite. The insurance pays the first part then the patient pays the costs that are above what wasn’t covered. It isn’t really insurance. It should be called “dental benefits” because whatever the dental plan pays for is a benefit for the plan holder. In 1960, the average dental plan covered $1,000. Today, the average plan covers the same amount, $1,000. Obviously costs have increased for dental care so if your dental plan pays anything toward your dental care, it should be looked at as a benefit and not full payment for all of your care. 1030 River Place Drive • PO Box 106, Amery, WI 54001 Phone 715-268-2103 www.river-place-dental.com

301 Keller Ave. S Amery, WI 54001 Phone 715-268-7999

I see a “For Sale” sign on a newly listed home, do I have to contact the listing company to schedule a showing?

Q. What are some ways to be an “Efficient” Investor?

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As you’ve already learned from your life experiences, it’s usually far better to be efficient at something Ryan Collins than to be inefficient - that’s certainly true with Financial Advisor investing. To become a more efficient investor, you may want to invest systematically by putting the same amount of money every month into the same investments. When the price of your investments falls, you’ll be buying more shares - and when the price rises you’ll be buying fewer shares. Over time, this technique should result in lower per-share costs, though it can’t ensure a profit or guarantee against loss. To follow this strategy, you’ll need to have the financial ability to keep investing, even in “down” markets. Another way to boost your investment efficiency is to reinvest stock dividends it’s an easy way to increase the shares you own. Here’s another efficiency: Consider consolidating investment accounts with one provider to potentially reduce your fees and commissions. These moves could increase your efficiency as an investor - and you may be pleased with the results.

Q. What Is Equity? A.

The equity in your home is the difference between your outstanding mortgage Scott Prindle and the value of the home. Many people do not realize that the equity in your home can be a very valuable tool to you as the homeowner. Here are a few ways to put your homes’ equity to use for you: — Home improvements — Debt consolidation — Down payment on a cabin or other property — Vehicles or other personal needs

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What are chronic wounds and why are they a problem?

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Dr. Anders Ulland A chronic wound is anything that hasn’t healed in 4 weeks. Having a chronic wound is a problem because the wound is a perfect gateway into your body for infection. At the Wound Healing Center, our goal is to figure out why the wound isn’t healing, get that problem corrected as soon as we can and move the patient on to healing within 14 weeks or less. We know that 30% of untreated wounds result in an amputation. We also know that patients with an amputation have a 50% mortality rate within 5 years. Chronic wounds are life threatening, but we can help. We exist to help heal these types of wounds. Call 715-268-0175 if you are struggling with a non-healing wound. No referral is necessary.

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MEDICAL ADVICE

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Are you an expert in your field?

Mark Kopp, Cary Dean

NO. You can if you like, but ANY Wisconsin licensed realtor can show you the property, even if they are from competing companies. Most listed properties are available to all area realtors that are members of the Multiple Listing Service (MLS). Our best advice is to choose a realtor you feel comfortable with and build a relationship with him or her to help you in your home search.

CREDIT & LOAN ADVICE

FINANCIAL ADVICE

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REAL ESTATE ADVICE

How come my dental insurance didn’t pay for everything?

Q. School is just around the corner

Betty Collins

Anytime you have fine natural blonde hair or colored hair you should protect your hair from the chlorinated water. You can do this simply by putting conditioner on your hair before you go in the water. This fills in the hair shaft so the chlorine can not get in and turn your hair green. It also prevents the chlorine from drying out and damaging your hair. When you are done enjoying the pool simply rinse your hair to remove the conditioner.

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Board of Directors of the Polk County Fair Society

POLK COUNTY FAIR SOCIETY Organized July 7, 1894

2016 OFFICERS Y DAY – Dale WEDNESDAY, JULY 24 Wood, Clear Lake, President Karrie Melin-Swenson, St. Croix Falls, Vice President Brandon Derosier, New Richmond, Vice President St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin Karri Slate, Clayton, Secretary Tracy LaBlanc, Clayton, Treasurer Judy Bainbridge, Financial Secretary July 25 Luck, – July 28 2016 Elected Board of Directors

Leslie Davison, Centuria Becky Dickinson, Cushing Don Dipprey, Comstock Amy Johnson, Dresser Ted Johnson, Star Prairie

Becky Larson, Star Prairie Janis Larson, Milltown Royce Larson, Clear Lake Rodney Rivard, New Richmond Tim Wilson, Balsam Lake

2016 Fair Board: left to right, Becky Larson, Ted Johnson, Leslie Davison, Don Dipprey, Janis Larson, Karrie Melin-Swenson, Tim Wilson, Tracy LaBlanc, Rod Rivard, Diane Kuhl, Judy Bainbridge, Dale Wood. Not pictured, Brandon Derosier, Kerri Slate, Becky Dickinson, Amy Johnson and Royce Larson.

EMERITUS DIRECTORS Mark Babcock, Luck Judy Everson, Balsam Lake Dave Berglund, Amery Norma Johnson, Osceola Brenda Christenson, Chetek Greg McCurdy, Amery

POLK COUNTY UW-EXTENSION PERSONNEL, Balsam Lake UW Extension Office, 100 Polk County Plaza, Suite 190, Balsam Lake, WI 54810 Phone 715-485-8600 Chuck Prissel

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POLK COUNTY BOARD REPRESENTATIVE Warren Nelson, Amery Anyone is eligible to become a member of the Polk County Fair Society. This organization is responsible for conducting the fair. Membership fee is $5.00 for five years. Membership can be purchased from the Secretary.

715-483-3391 Polk County Fair www.polkcountyfair.com

Addison Anderson, Alyssa Anderson, Ashton Anderson, Avery Anderson, Nichole Anderson, Maryalyce Batchelor, Julia Bottolfson, Eddy Brannon, Joie Brannon, Molly Brannon, Isaac Campeau, Tanea Campeau, Tristan Campeau, Eva Cherney, Owen Cherney, Kysen Christiansen, Isaac Demulling, Ruby Demulling, Sylvia Demulling, Ella DeRosier, Griffin DeRosier, Jordan DeRosier, Wyatt DeRosier, Melanie Doll, Jackson Dvorak, Paige Dvorak, Troy Dvorak, Austin Eggebraaten, Adelyn Ellefson, Isabel Ellefson, Lauren Ellefson, Chantel Emmons, Moriah Everson, Grant Getschel, Kristi Getschel, Danica Gourley, Aisha Gustafson, Cecilia Gustafson, Agnes Haase, Andrew Haase, Aubrey Haase, Daniel Haase, Grace Haase, Katelyn Haase, Luke Haase, Marie Haase, Elinor Hagen, Peter Hite, Alanah Ilac, Elizabeth Ilac, Michael Ilac, Sophia Ilac, Jasmine Johnson, Tanner Johnson, Tyler Johnson, David Karis, Ryan Knudtson, Adeline Knutson, Alex Larson/DeRosier, Brianna Lee, Garrett Lee, Joseph Lehman, Raeann Lehman, Cain McCracken, Opal McCracken, Henry Measner, Isabelle Measner, Lucy Measner, Liam Moe, Jack Nelson, Rachel Nelson, Ben Neumann, Gabbie Neumann, Hayley Palmsteen, Alexis Peckman, Hayden Peckman, Mikayla Peper, Gavin Peterson, Gustav Peterson, Reecelyn Rada, Adam Reigel, Megan Reigel, Allesha Rivard, Emily Robinson, Ethan Robinson, Hunter Rondeau, Cyrus Schmidt, Gavin Schmidt, Marlee Stanek, Autumn Timm, Madison Tornio-Belisle, Ana Ulrich, Ava Ulrich, Lauren Ulrich, Rachel Ulrich, Tyler Ulrich, Archer Utke, Mason Utke, Justin Vorndran, Renee Vorndran, Charlotte Weinmann, Savannah Yeck.

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2016 GATE ADMISSION PRICES Season Passes (ages 8 and older) $18 Ages 7 and under - FREE

Open & Senior Citizens Exhibitor’s Season Ticket $8 Junior Exhibitor’s Season Ticket $5 Commercial Exhibitors Season Ticket $10 Daily Single Admission Passes (includes everyone 8 years and over) (7 and under free) Thursday and Sunday $6 Friday and Saturday $8 Commercial Exhibitors (pre-buy) $4 Parking FREE Grandstand Events FREE Ticket sales begin at 7 a.m. and end at 9 pm. Thursday, Friday and Saturday Ticket sales begin at 7 a.m. and end at 3 p.m. Sunday

Check www.polkcountyfair.com for more info

New Fun Fair Contests Cricket Spitting Hay Bale Decorating Medallion Hunt Vendor Scavenger Hunt Thursday & Friday (18 and older) $100 Cash Prize each day!

Little Butternut 4-H

Back row, left to right, Chase James, Autumn Hermansen, Shaylin Eley, Julianna Thompson, Caleb Wright, Annaleise Wright, Haley Hermansen. Middle row, Chloe Bengston, Emily Eley, Maddelin Gardner, Nevaeh Nwachukwu, Landon Carlson, Devin Jones. Front row, Lydaya Johnson, Christina Eley, Brayden Bengston, Christian Wright, Emily Frendt, Andrew Frendt. Missing were Momone Nwachukwu, Addie Thompson, Meredith Thompson, Ted Thompson, Michael Wright, Mickenzie Wright.

Good Luck Exhibitors!

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Main Stage Events THURSDAY, JULY 28 Noon Kenny and Rick (old time music) 3 p.m. The Magic of Jim Mitchell 5 p.m. Cricket Spitting, next to Secretary’s Building 6 p.m. Hypnosis Show with Jim Mitchell 8 p.m. The Wolfe Brothers FRIDAY, JULY 29 10 a.m. Rex Cactus 11 a.m. Centenarian Recognition Noon Rex Cactus 1:30 p.m. Martial Arts Demonstrations 3 p.m. The Magic of Jim Mitchell 6 p.m. Hypnosis Show with Jim Mitchell 7 p.m. Joe Sir as Elvis 1-5 p.m. Pickles the Clown (strolling) SATURDAY, JULY 30 11 a.m. Kiddie Pedal Tractor Pull 1 p.m. Talent Contest sponsored by Midwest One 4 p.m. The Magic of Jim Mitchell 6 p.m. Hypnosis Show with Jim Mitchell 7:30 p.m. Duck for the Oyster 1-5 p.m. Pickles the Clown (strolling) SUNDAY, JULY 31 10 a.m. Church Service with the New Wine Church 11:30 a.m The Looney Lutherans 2 p.m. Crowning of the 2016 Polk County Fairest of the Fair

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Deronda Diplomats Back row: Jack Ince, Thomas Christenson, Chelsey Jensen, Kellie Kjeseth, Rayna Lee. Middle row: Lexa Corrington, Sean Ritterpusch, McKenna Hanson, Destiny DiCosimo, Clara Rasmussen, Caitlin Ritterpusch. Front row: Chevelle Lee, Amelia Koeppen, Olivia Koeppen, Tianna Lochner, Avery Rasmussen, Tyler Rasmussen. Not pictured: Brian Ausen, Grace Belz, Lana Belz, Elexis DiCosimo, Jeremy Belz, Daedyn Pearce, Allyson Peterson, Sydney Peterson. Amery • 268-7161 800-908-BANK (2265) Bremer.com Member FDIC © 2016 Bremer Financial Corporation. All rights reserved. Polk County Fair BW Amery 0716.indd 1

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Annual Fair Events

The Magic of Jim Mitchell on the Main Stage

HORSE PULL

Thursday, July 28. 8 p.m. Grandstand

Contact Kari Samuels 715-772-3163, Kathy Forester 715-556-0848 or 715-235-5776 for Horse Pulling rules. Any other Grandstand questions should be directed to Jamie Wood 715-607-0384

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE TRUCK PULL

Friday, July 29, 7 p.m. Grandstand. The Western Wisconsin Truck Pullers rules will be used. Registration 5 p.m.

Contact Ben Loustch for Truck Pulling questions. Any other Grandstand questions should be directed to Jamie Wood 715-607-0384

OPEN GAMES HORSE SHOW

Saturday, July 30, 8 a.m. Chinander Arena.

Contact Sandy Wood 715-553-2807 or Jessie Baillargeon 715-554-3118 for entry information.

KIDDIE PEDAL TRACTOR PULL

Saturday, July 30. Registration 10 a.m. Start at 11 a.m. by the Main Stage.

Jim Mitchell has performed at various fairs and festival for over 15 years, entertaining with his quick wit and fast paced magic. He is also an accomplished stage hypnotist. Whether at a festival or privarte party, his comedy hypnosis is sure to entertain and amaze all who witness the hilarious actions of the volunteers on stage. The Magic of Jim Mitchell will be at 3 p.m. on Thursday and Friday and at 4 p.m. on Saturday on the Main Stage. The Hypnosis Show with Jim Mitchell will be at 6 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

DAIRYLAND GARDEN TRACTOR PULL Saturday, July 30. Grandstand. Start at 10 a.m.

Contact Charlie Boese 715-418-9286 or check out www.dgtg.com for pulling questions. Any other Grandstand questions should be directed to Jamie Wood 715-607-0384

Paint & Take at the Fair Thursday 8 and 10 a.m.

TRACTOR PULL

Saturday, July 30. Grandstand. Registration 2:30-4 p.m. all classes up to 7000 lbs. Registration 2:30-5 p.m. for all other classes. We will not accept late entries. Event begins at 4:30 p.m.

Shooting Stars 4-H

For Grandstand or tractor pulling questions contact Jamie Wood 715-607-0384

TALENT SHOW

Saturday, July 30, 1-4 p.m. Main Stage. Contact Kathy Brihn 715-416-4106. Entry form in back of Fair Book.

QUALITY MEATS AUCTION

Saturday, July 30, 6 p.m. Show Barn.

RANCH HORSE SHOW

Sunday, July 31, 8 a.m. Chinander Arena. Contact Joe Cook 715-417-0477

LITTLE BRITCHES SHOW

Sunday, July 31, 10 a.m. Show Barn.

Contact Jeanne Alling 715-553-2488. Entry form in the back of the Fair Book. Check entry form for deadline.

FAIREST OF THE FAIR CONTEST/CORONATION Sunday, July 31, 2 p.m. Main Stage.

Contact Amy Strobach 715-491-0342. Entry information in back of the Fair Book. Check entry form for deadline.

DEMOLITON DERBY

Sunday, July 31, 1 p.m. Grandstand. New this year: Power Wheels Demo Derby.

Contact Rick Harington 920-410-2008 for information about rules. Any other Grandstand questions should be directed to Jamie Wood 715-607-0384.

Members are Adelle Babcock, Jenna Babcock, Liam Bergeron, Kendra Bramsen, Maggie Conlan, Asher Cress, Moriah Cress, Anneka Cress, Carly Eibs, Lauren Frokjer, Nick Frokjer, Blake Frokjer, Cole Garvey, Nate Garvey, Daniel Hasselquist, Gunnar Hasselquist, Tia Jensen, Khloe Jensen, RaeAnna Johnston, Henry Kline, Walter Lenk, Sam Lenk, Rachael Locke, Emma Moore, Zenia Moore, Isaac Rau, Zach Rau.

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Painting Event Thursday, July 28, at the Flower Building will be a Paint and Take event. Times are 8:00-9:30 a.m. and 10:00-11:30 a.m. Bring home a great painting for your home! $10 fee to be paid (you must also purchase your entrance into the Fair for that day). Includes an 8”x10” canvas and all supplies. Space limited to 10 per class. Register on the St. Croix Art Barn Facebook page.

Beer Garden located in the infield

The Wolfe Brothers on the Main Stage Thursday The Wolfe Brothers started 2016 full steam ahead with their ‘eye of the tiger’ approach to chasing their dream. The band continues to ride the wave that stated for them in mid-2012 when they captured the attention of their home country and were voted into second place in the final of the prime time television show Australia’s Got Talent. The Wolfe Brothers consists of brothers, Nick and Tom, and their best friend Brodie. They all grew up together and lived on the same road in a rural area just outside of Hobart, Tasmania. The Wolfe Brothers are the real deal. They are what modern country music is all about. They write great songs and their performances are nothing short of electric and they clearly love what they do. The Wolfe Brothers will be on the Main Stage Thursday at 8 p.m.

Cricket Spitting Thursday 5 p.m.

Sponsored by Countryside Cooperative

Rabbit Costume Contest Thursday 3 p.m.

Scenic View 4-H

Thursday 6-11 p.m. Friday 5 p.m.-Midnight Saturday Noon-Midnight Sunday Noon - 1 hour after Demo ends

Rooster Crowing Contest Thursday 5 p.m. Small Animal Barn

What’s Happening Today Thursday, July 28, 2016 JUDGING 8:30 a.m. 9 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m.

Left to right, Jacob Bloom. Ashley Bloom, Kiarra Swanso, Zoe Swanson. Missing was Daniel Wright.

Good Luck to all exhibitors!

Junior Horse Show Jr. Swine - followed by Open Division Open/Sr. Field Crops, Fruits & Veggies Open & Senior Photography, Foods, Nutrition & Preservation 11 a.m. Junior Field Crops, Fruits & Veggies 1 p.m. Junior Vegetable Garden Boxes 1 p.m. Junior/Open Goats 1-7 p.m. Jr. Div. Photos, Clothing, Knitting & Crocheting Home Furn, Child Dev SMALL ANIMAL BARN 3 p.m. Rabbit Costume Contest 5 p.m. Rooster Crowing Contest MAIN STAGE Noon Rick and Kenny Duo 3 p.m. The Magic of Jim Mitchell 6 p.m. Hypnosis Show with Jim Mitchell 8 p.m. The Wolfe Brothers GRANDSTAND 8 p.m. Horse Pull MIDWAY/CARNIVAL 4 p.m. Opens - Wristbands 4-10 p.m. $20 FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Book Sales Noon-7 p.m. Children’s Games FLOWER BUILDING 8 a.m.-9:30 a.m. Paint and Take At The Fair 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Paint and Take At The Fair BEER GARDEN open 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.

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Milking Demonstrations daily at the Milking Parlor following the Barn Tours Sponsored by F&A Dairy

Education Tent Sponsored by Rural Insurance and Royal Credit Union

Barn Tours daily

from the Milking Parlor 2 and 6 p.m.

Joe Sir “Elvis Show” Friday on the Main Stage The Elvis Show is a tribute to the different periods of Elvis’s career. Joe Sir has been performing the Elvis Show for 20 years. His newest band, The Rockabilly Rebels, does an amazing job of capturing the sound and harmonies of the different periods of Elvis’s musical career. From the Memphis sound of the 50’s to the orchestrated years of the 70’s, their musical and vocal talents shine and make you feel as if you are back in time when it all happened. “Elvis” will appear on the Main Stage at 7 p.m. on Friday.

West Sweden 4-H

Pictured are Scout Dodds, Tracker Dodds, Kaitlin Barlett, Karli Bartlett, Brett Bartlett, Savannah Richter, Julia Chadwick, Tate Ovik, Aidan Ovik, Makenna Engen, KaeAnn Gingras, Sophia Slather, Henry Slather, Oliver Slather, Ashley Nelson, Cory Popham, Aubrie Popham, Megan Popham, Taedon Popham, Megan Williamson, Mason Williamson, Logan Williamson, Natalie Schommer. Not pictured: Cade Engen, Trista Neely, Teresa Neely, Naomi Johnson, Hannah Johnson, William White, Landyn Johnson, Nolan Johnson,Jacob Erickson, Neela Chadwick

Enjoy the fair!

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Name the Flower Contest

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Jolly Milltown 4-H

Cloverbud Club members are Grant Johnson, Aidan Nagel, Marissa Smith, Haze Larson, Aiden Johnson, Alex Nagel. Older members missing were Katie Christensen, Anna Christensen, Paulina Peterson, Jalyn Best and Kalyn Best.

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ADRC at the Fair The staff at the Aging and Disability Resource Center of Northwest Wisconsin is excited to yet again be a part of the Polk County Fair coming up July 28th-July 31, 2016. This will be the ADRC’s fourth year participating in the Polk County Fair by hosting the Hospitality Center, organizing the Centenarian Celebration and coordinating fun and entertaining presentations for fair goers throughout the whole fair weekend. For those of you who don’t already know, the ADRC booth, tent and Hospitality Center is located on the east side of the Cloverbuds Building near the West entrance of the fairgrounds, at the intersection of ADRC Blvd and Bremer Way. The Hospitality Center, a great place to go to get out of the sun and cool down with a cup of water, will be open Thursday from 10am-8pm, Friday and Saturday from 8am-8pm and Sunday from 8am-

6pm. This is also where you can see the Centenarian Display and learn a little bit about each 100 year old resident in Polk County. We have a variety of fun presentations planned, memory screens and fall risk screens available and prize giveaways for all participants going on throughout the weekend. The Event Schedule is as follows: Friday, July 29th 11 a.m. Centenarian Celebration at the Main Stage 1 p.m.: Medication Management 101 at the ADRC Tent—prize drawing giveaway donated by Chet Johnson Drug 2 p.m.: Brain Health: Keeping Your Brain Sharp at the ADRC Tent— Adult coloring book giveaway in addition to other great information! 3 p.m.: Scams: Avoid Becoming Their Next Victim at the ADRC Tent 4 p.m.: Intro to Amateur Radio and Storm Spotting

at the ADRC Tent Saturday, July 30th 10 a.m.-3 p.m.: Memory Screens, Fall Risk Screens, Home Safety Checklists and Adult Coloring Available—participants walk away with a free goodie bag! 4 p.m.: Wild Mushrooms of Polk County at the ADRC Tent Sunday, July 31st 11 a.m.: Canning 101: Why Grandma’s Recipes Could Kill You at the ADRC Tent 12:30 p.m.: Soap and Laundry Soap Making Demonstration at the ADRC Tent—Soap prize giveaways! For more information about the ADRC of NW WI and/or the events happening at the Fair, contact the ADRC by calling toll-free 877-485-2372 or visiting on the web at www.adrcnwwi.org. OR Just stop by and visit us at the 2016 Polk County Fair!

Bone Lake Beavers 4-H

Back row, left to right, Gretta Johnson, Joanna Swanson, Alayna Johnson, Jessica Mattson, Andrew Swanson, Gabe King. Middle row, Grace Mattson, Makayla Johnson, Brett Strenke, Ryan Olson. Front row, Wyatt Mattson, Lily Johnson, Hannah Scherff, Callie King. Missing: Brooke Aaron, Marlie Aaron, Ann Boland, Mike Boland, Hannah Brande, Mirlande Brande, Raelyn Brande, Maggie Brown, Tiffany Brown, Korey Carlson, McKenzie Christian, Eloise Crowe, Sophia Crowe, Lexi Greener, Blake Johnson, Cameron Johnson, Levi Johnson, Luke Johnson, Raleigh Johnson, Alayna Kelch, Alexis Kelch, Amelia Kelch, Emma Livingston, Tyler Nelson, Tori Niles, Bryan Nord, Tristen Simonsen, Lacy Ollman, Jayden Ollman, Kentra Wheeler Livingston, Evan Wiltse, Gracie Wiltse.

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Summer 4-H Intern for Polk County Hello Everyone! I am Felicia Moy, and I am the Polk County 4-H summer intern for the summer. I am from Janesville, WI. I just finished my final semester at U-W Platteville and will earn my degree in Agriculture Education Non-Teaching after I complete my internship. I was involved in 4-H for 12 years. My projects included Dairy, Horseless Horse, Visual Arts, Woodworking, Self-Determined, Child Development, and Youth Leadership. During fair week back home, I loved to help at the ambassador tent, perform with the 4-H show choir, show off my projects, building sit, and working at our 4-H bakery tent were we sold creampuffs and eclairs. I am very excited to be working with Polk County this summer. I look forward to meeting all of you at the fair. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns please let me know. Good luck to all the exhibitors this year.

What’s Happening Today Friday, July 29, 2016 JUDGING 8:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 9 a.m. 9 a.m.

Jr. Western Riding & Games Show Jr Beef followed by Open Div Junior/Open Poultry Open/Senior Antiques, Cultural Arts, Clothing, Knitting & Crocheting 9 a.m. Junior Sheep followed by Open Division 10 a.m. Open/Senior Woodworking & Natural Science 10 a.m. Junior School Exhibits 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Junior Woodworking, Natural Science, Youth Leadership, Self Determined, Health & Energy Conservation, Mechanical Sciences, Aerospace & Electricity 3 p.m. Junior/Open Exotics MAIN STAGE 10 a.m. Rex Cactus 11 a.m. Centenarian Recognition Noon Rex Cactus 1:30 p.m. Martial Arts Demonstrations 3 p.m. The Magic of Jim Mitchell 6 p.m. Hypnosis Show with Jim Mitchell 7 p.m. Joe Sir as Elvis GRANDSTAND 7 p.m. Truck Pull-Western Wisconsin Pullers Rules MIDWAY/CARNIVAL 2 p.m. Opens - Each ride takes one less ticket 2-6 p.m. FLOWER BUILDING 2 p.m. Basic Flower Arranging FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Book Sales Noon-7 p.m. Children’s Games EAST SIDE OF CROPS BUILDING 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Live Bee Demonstration ADRC TENT 1 p.m. Medication Management 101 2 p.m. Brain Health: Keeping Your Brain Sharp 3 p.m. Scams: Avoid Becoming their Next Victim 1-5 p.m. Pickles the Clown strolling BEER GARDEN opens 5 p.m. to Midnight

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Youth Organization T-Shirt Day Saturday Fair Photo Contest Check the website for details

Polk County Fair July 28-29-30-31, 2016 St. Croix Falls, WI

Thank you to everyone who assisted in collecting pictures and information for the annual Polk County Fair Guide!

Milking Parlor Events sponsored by F&A Dairy

Coloring Contest (12 and under) Fun Dairy Crafts Milk A Cow (not a live one) Bean Bag Toss Barn Tours 2 and 6 p.m. with Milking Demonstrations to follow

1050 RiverPlace Mall, Amery Open 7 days a week 6 a.m.-10 p.m. Phone 715-268-7513

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210 Keller Ave., Amery

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Good Luck to all of the exhibitors at this year’s Polk County Fair! Keep up the good work and have a great weekend!

Businesses and exhibitors that would like to have a KANABEC COUNTY Thank You Advertisement in the Amery Free Press on Tuesday, August 2, 2016, with their Quality Meats Auction animal should PINE CITY please contact Pam at 715-268-8101 before the Fair or see Pam at the Fair.

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What’s Happening Today Saturday, July 30, 2016

Duck for the Oyster on the Main Stage Saturday Duck for the Oyster specializes in traditional music and dance. Their dances are sprinkled with waltzes, polkas, schottisches, swing dances and music for clogging. They have become one of the Midwest’s best traditional dance bands with their eclectic repertoire, compelling rhythms, and sheer sense of fun. Every dance is taught before the music starts and dancers are prompted throughout by a caller. Duck for the Oyster will be on the Main Stage at 7:30 p.m. Saturday.

Mr. Ed’s Magical Midway Ride Specials Thursday, opening at 4 p.m. Wristbands from 4-10 p.m. Friday, opening at 2 p.m. Each ride one less ticket 2-6 p.m. Saturday, opening 11 a.m. Wristbands from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, opening at noon Wristbands from noon-5 p.m. Wristband charge will be announced prior to the Fair

ADRC Tent Events

CHINANDER ARENA 8 a.m. Open WSCA Games Horse Show JUDGING 9 a.m. Junior Dairy Cattle 9:30 a.m. Junior Rabbits followed by Open Division 10 a.m. Llama Show MAIN STAGE 10 a.m. Registration starts for Pedal Pull 11 a.m. Kiddie Pedal Tractor Pull 1 p.m. Talent Show sponsored by Midwest One Bank 4 p.m. The Magic of Jim Mitchell 6 p.m. Hypnosis Show with Jim Mitchell 7:30 p.m. Duck for the Oyster - Square Dancing GRANDSTAND 10 a.m. Dairyland Garden Tractor Pull 2:30 p.m. Registration begins for Tractor Pull 4:30 p.m. Tractor Pull SHOW BARN 6 p.m. Quality Meats Auction MIDWAY/CARNIVAL 11 a.m. Opens - Wristbands 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $20 FLOWER BUILDING 2 p.m. Basics of Flower Showing FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Book Sales Noon-7 p.m. Children’s Games EAST SIDE OF CROPS BUILDING 1 p.m. & 4 p.m. Live Bee Demonstration ADRC TENT 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Memory Screens, Falls Risk Screens, Home Safety Checklist, Adult Coloring available 3 p.m. Intro to Amateur Radio and Storm Spotting 4 p.m. Wild Mushrooms of Polk County 1-5 p.m. Pickles the Clown strolling BEER GARDEN open noon to Midnight

Beaver Brook Badgers 4-H

Fun Presentations Fall Risk Screens Memory Screens Hospitality Center right next door!

Friends of the Library Activities Used Book Sale Usborne Children’s Book Fair Free games for children: toddler thru 10 years This is a library fundraising event with 50% matching grant from Usborne Books on all sales, new and used books

Club members are Luciana Aizpurua, Jacob Anderson, Cole Andren, Trent Andren, Andrew Carlson, Grace Carlson, Victoria Carlson, Dylan Clausen, Hailey Clausen, Meikah Dado, Trent Dado, Sophia Egge, Dayne Gehrman, Emerson Gehrman, Courtney Glenna, Joe Glenna, Brandyl Harlander, Claire Harlander, Madison Hollister, Joseph Kelling, Samuel Kelling, Timmy Kelling, Josie Krueger, Landen Krueger, Leah Malachesen, Carter Nielsen, Chloe Olson, Kylee Olson, Emily Oman, Kelsey Oman, Thomas Oman, Parys Ouellette, Andrew Prindle, Brady Prindle, Harlon Stone, Lyla Stone, August Swenson, Zachary Swenson, Kassandra Swiontek, Mariah Waalen, Seth Waalen, Anna Williamson, Ella Williamson, Grace Williamson, Emma Wothe, Kruse Yuhas, Siri Yuhas, Aidan Ziegler, Grace Ziegler.

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Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Sun. 8 a.m.-9:30 p.m.

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Contestants for Fairest of the Fair Johanna (Alling) Backes

Fairest of the Fair contestants 2015 Fairest of the Fair Emily Gross, Bailey Ebert, Sarah Carufel, Johanna Backes and 2015 Attendant Julia Owens.

Bailey Ebert

Sarah Carufel

Bailey is a graduate of Osceola High School and currently a sophomore at Concordia College. She is majoring in Biology with a Pre-Med Course plan. Her goal is to go to Medical school at the University of Wisconsin Madison. She would love to specialize in trauma or Emergency medicine and work in a major hospital like Regions. Bailey loves art and her favorite thing to do is to throw on a wheel. This passion started in high school when her art teacher introduced them to Empty Bowls and raising money for the Heifer International to fight world hunger. She also loves animals. Right now she has about forty dairy goats that she takes care of and shows them at the fair. She is involved to the Green Acres 4-H club where she has been President and Vice President. She also goes into the Christian Community Homes and paints residents nail and puts puzzles together and visits with the residents. Bailey is currently working for Christian Community Homes in Osceola where she is a CNA. She helps residents with activities of daily living which are activities people do on a daily basis that usually don’t require any assistance. She states “Being a CNA is very rewarding especially when you get a smile, hug or a thank you from a resident”. She just completed her Medication Assistant program and is planning on starting the next step in her career plan. Bailey has four younger sisters so she knows how to be a role model to younger children. She has participated in various mission trips with her youth group at Peace Lutheran Church. On these trips she went to New Mexico, Virginia, and North Carolina. Here they repaired houses and helped build wheel chair ramps for people in need. She put in over 500 service hours. At college they teach is to BREW which stands for Becoming Responsibly Engaged in the World. This is something that she tries to do on a daily basis and would love to BREW as your newest Fairest of the Fair, she states.

Sarah is a graduate of Osceola High School. She is a Senior at the University of Wisconsin River Falls. Her career goals after college will relate to the field in Animal Welfare and Humane Investigation. Whether working for the private organization or for the county, she wants to investigate animal cruelty cases. She also wants to educate people on animal care and human/ animal bond, with ways to make living with animals more economically, socially, and environmentally sustainable. A goal of hers is immediately after school, is to work for an aquarium or zoo and give oral presentations and shows about animals. Currently Sarah is involved with UW – River Falls Horseman’s Association, Block and Bridle Club, C.A.R.E. club, Student Support Services, and Animal Welfare Judging Team. Her hobbies include Horseback riding, 4-wheeling, biking, hiking, and camping. She has a passion for learning about animals and applying her knowledge to provide the best care possible for the animals on her hobby farm. She currently helps the Polk County 4-H Horse and Pony Project when she is not at school. Her role as an adult leader at their Horse Camp was assisting in daily clinics and acting as a mentor for the youth leaders. She also conducted a ground skills clinic at the Absolute Beginner Clinic at Rimoe Ranch. Sarah works at Andersen Windows and Doors in Bayport, MN. Her job there includes producing parts and assembling them to make different doors and stationary windows. She is also a Personal Care Provider for a 17 year old boy with Autism who requires 24 hour supervision. I play a large role in my younger brother’s life, keeping him on a consistent daily routine. My time with him includes providing him with food related help, bathroom needs, speech therapy, social enrichment, and general companionship.

Savenger Hunt Daily at Friends of the Library

Hay Bale Contest ALL WEEKEND

Medallion Hunt

Clues at the Administration Building

Johanna is a 2009 graduate of Unity High School. She also is a graduate of the Early Childhood program in New Richmond. She has followed her dreams to become an educator to young children. She has shadowed and has spent a few years working in Daycare Centers, teaching children from 6 months of age to 9 years old. Her goal was to gain experience to run a center of her own. In February 2014 she started her own Nanny business out of her home called Hanny Bird’s Nanny Service. She is currently a member of the Unity Lions club and Unity Area FFA Alumni. Her hobbies are fishing and hunting with her husband Brian, listening to the song birds by the lake on her weekends checking boats, spending time with her friends, and most of all she enjoys the Holidays, because this is when all of my family comes together to share laughs and great food. Her current community activities involve helping with the Unity Area FFA Alumni’s Ice Fishing Contest every February which includes weighing fish, selling tickets, and calling companies for donations/door prizes. She donates half of her time working with the Clean Waters and volunteer time for the Lake Associations grant program, and also served as the South Milltown 4-H Child Development Leader. Johanna is the proud owner of Hanny Bird’s Nanny Service where she gets the chance each day to read and explore with the children in her care. They love dancing and going for nature walks and providing nutritious meals and fun activities such as puzzles, painting, and sensory activities daily. She is also a Landing Leader for the Clean Boats Clean Waters program. They survey boaters to ensure they are aware of native/invasive species that can attach themselves to boat motors and trailers. She communicates with each inspector for scheduling and each boater to ensure a safe and happy environment is the key to her position. She is also an independent consultant selling bath and beauty products. While in high school Johanna was active in a variety of activities as well as serving her community. She participated in Community Involvement while in high school with over 1200 recorded hours for a 40 hour requirement. It was through this level of involvement, that she was chosen at the 2009 Co-Grand Marshall of the Balsam Lake Freedom Festival. This year is Johanna’s third year judging the Cloverbud/Exploring projects at the Polk County Fair. She states “I love to see each child’s face light up when they talk about their projects”. Since she was able to become a Cloverbud in 4-H Johanna has shown at the County Fair, first in Little Britches when she was 5 and showed a calf. Johanna states that “4-H and FFA have given me the opportunity to grow as a person, through public speaking working as a team with people from all around the US and help me develop a better work ethic through community service”.

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Volunteer? Need help? Donate? Learn more? Enter our drawing to win a $25 gas card!

Interfaith Caregivers 715-825-9500

Matching volunteers to help Polk County seniors and disabled stay in their homes at NO charge! www.interfaithpolk.org ~ info@interfaithpolk.org

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Jr. Fairest Contestants

Jr. Fairest Contestants Left to right, 2015 Jr. Fairest Ella Waterworth, Gabbie Neumann, Natalee Bjornstad, Tia Jensen, Kacy Johnson, 2015 Attendant Imojin Peterson. Missing was Alexis Buhr and Emily McManus.

Indian Creek 4-H

What’s Happening Today Sunday, July 31, 2016

Back row, left to right, Heath Tietz, Ted Tietz, Leigha Preske-Olson. Front row, Carson Simon and Isaiah Simon. Not pictured: Sawyer Tietz.

Good Luck to all Exhibitors!

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Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

CHINANDER ARENA 8 a.m. Ranch Horse Show JUDGING 10 a.m. Little Britches Show 11:30 a.m. Dairy Showmanship SMALL ANIMAL BARN 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Silent Auction MAIN STAGE 10 a.m. Church Service with New Wine Church 11:30 a.m. The Looney Lutherans 1-2 p.m. Family Fun & Contests - Hula Hoops, Cookie Decorating 2 p.m. Crowning of 2016 Polk County Fairest of the Fair DANCE PAVILION Noon Queen’s Tea GRANDSTAND 1 p.m. Demo Derby & Power Wheels Demo Derby MIDWAY/CARNIVAL Noon Opens - Wristbands Noon-5 p.m. $20 FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Book Sales Noon-3 p.m. Children’s Games ADRC TENT 11:30 a.m. Canning 101: Why Grandma’s Recipes Could Kill You 12:30 p.m. Soap and Laundry Soap Making Demonstration BEER GARDEN open Noon to one hour after demo ends

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Megan and Preston Glenna, Unity FFA members, work with their boer goats for the Fair.

Sisters Alayna and Lily Johnson demonstrate their archery project. They are from the Bone Lake Beavers 4-H.

Every Fair Person Has a Story Information on the website and at the Secretaryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office

Knotty Pine 4-H

Standing, left to right, Will Fitzer, Trenton Olson, Drew Niles, Adam Loenser, Malena Larson, Evan Rogers, Lizzie Rosen, Jesse Rogers, Calvin Rosen, Shane Larson, Krysten Ray, Kelli Niles, Kaitlyn Bembenek, Jacob Bembenek. Seated, Andy Buhr, Evan Cain, Natalie Petersen, Alexis Buhr. Not pictured: Jocelyn Boehm, Seth Cain, Ashton Duden, Zoey Duden, Abigail Keller, Bradyn Keller, Nichole Keller, Allegra Larson, Gabby Loenser, Eddie Monette, Montana Niles, Hannah Orf, Robert Orf, Jack Peper, Jack Petersen, Maggie Rosen, Alexa Thorsheim, Lilly Thorsheim, Emma Zauft, Hailey Zauft, Makaylee Zezza.

Abby Palmquist and Sammy McCurdy work on school exhibits during Fair Camp.

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Rachael Locke and Carly Eibs, Shooting Stars 4-H club, are shown with bluebird houses they completed at a club “Day of Service”.

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for the POLK COUNTY QUALITY MEATS AUCTION Saturday evening, July 30, 2016 • 6 PM • Polk County Fair • St Croix Falls, WI

Welcome to . . .

And help support...

the hard-working youth at the fair ~ they are our future!!

We’re proud to be the voice of the auction for the 41st year.

Deronda Tom & Sandy Morris Farm

1393 60th Ave • Amery, WI 54001 715.268.2629 • morris@amerytel.net

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Tom Morris Ltd. www.tommorrisltd.com

Eagle View 4-H

Left to right, Sam Black, Katherine Elwood, Dale Tritt, Erika Heiden, Roxanne Tritt, Tori Collins, Tayler Elwood. Missing were Shayanne Tavanae, Tyler Gustafson, Bailey Snyder, Lexis Olson, Kaylee Olson, Navaeh LaPage, Lily Weisenbeck, Rylee Black, Deidra Meyer.

Have a fun Polk County Fair!

Northwest Communications www.nwcomm.net

116 Harriman Ave. N, Amery, WI 54001 715-268-7101

Specializing in Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Treats, Fresh Ground Espresso Drinks and Specialty Coffee Monday-Saturday 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sundays 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.

204 Keller Ave.North Amery, Wis. 71t-268-8121

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Balsam Evergreens 4-H

The Looney Lutherans on the Main Stage Sunday The idea of the “Looney Lutherans” was cooked up when the founding members were appearing in the cast of the hit musical “Church Basement Ladies.” The company has now expanded to include two additional “Loonies,” but all of these talented women have been performing for years as professional actresses, writers, singers and improvisers. Performances include a variety of segments on healthy living, including discussion of the Lutheran “Food Wheel” (all roads lead to hotdish), a performance of the Lutheran Food Rap (“Eat Like a Lutheran”), and a demonstration of exercising “the Lutheran Way” (using products from your pantry, you can create a healthy body). The Looney Lutherans will be on the Main Stage Sunday at 11:30 a.m.

Back row, left to right, Ethan Davison, Madison Strange, Timothy Wilson Jr., Grant Strange. Front row, Jarett Davison, Gracie Strange, Gracie Davison. Not pictured, Shallena Davison.

Hula Hoop Contest Sunday 1 p.m.

Hwy. 8, St. Croix Falls 715-483-2000 www.jmscf.com

on the Main Stage

ST. CRoIX FALLS, WI

July 28-29-30-31, july 24 - 27,2016 2014

YESTERDAY’S ToMoRRoW’S MEMoRIES “A PolkDREAMS, County Tradition” 100 YEARS oF 4-H GRoWTH

MAJOR SponSorS SPONSORS Major

Polk County Fair Society and Polk County 4-H would like to recognize and thank donors to the 2016 Polk County Fair! SPONSORS ADRC

Baribeau Implement Farms American Family Insurance F Lenz & A Dairy Anvil Truck Amery Hospital & Clinic Bernick’sImplement Pepsi Midwest Frontier Ag One & Turf Bishop’s Millwork Baribeau Cemstone Bank Nextgen LakelandCompanies PowersportsBremer Barron Supply Brian Gray F & A Dairy Polaris Burnett Dairy PaperWorx Bernick’s Pepsi Comfort Systems Frontier Ag & Turf St. Croix Valley Hardwoods Community Referral Agency Polaris Bishop’s Millwork, Inc Indianhead Renewable United Ag Services Security Watch Royal Implement Credit Union CWS Cemstone Dresser Trap Rock Forest Products Value

Central Bank Century Link Connecting Point Edina Realty

Fawn-Doe-Rosa Frandsen Bank Neil & Gwen Johnson family Hauge Dental JJ Web Services Kentucky Fried Chicken Koser Trucking Ladd Auto Salvage Lakeland Communications Luck Saddlery MarketPlace Foods Mental Health Task Force of Polk County

Valley Bank St. Croix Casino Eagle Edina Realty, Rick & Patti Katzmark First Community National Bank St. Croix Valley Hardwoods United Agsorry Cooperative We’re if we have missed you or your company. WXCE AM / WLMX FM

NR Auto Salvage NW Wisconsin Vet PaperWorx Design Pickard Trucking Polk-Burnett Security Systems Polk County Ag Educators Assn. Royal Credit Union Rural Insurance Sign Xpress St. Croix Regional Medical Center Sports and More Waterman Sanitation WESTconsin Credit Union Yunker Electric

Thanks to all of you for your continued support of the Polk County Fair!

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JUDGING SCHEDULE Wednesday 1-7 p.m.

2-6 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 7 p.m.

Thursday 8:30 a.m. 9 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 11 a.m. 1 p.m. 1 p.m. 1-7 p.m.

Face-to-Face Judging: Animal Vet Science; Cloverbuds; Exploring; Junior Foods, Nutrition & Preservation; Junior Arts & Crafts; and Cultural Heritage Junior Flowers, House Plants & Landscaping Open/Senior Flowers & House Plants Open Dairy Products Junior Horse Show Junior Swine - Sheep & Hog Show Arena followed by Open Division Open/Senior Field Crops, Fruits & Vegetables Open and Senior Photography, Foods, Nutrition & Preservation Junior Field Crops, Fruits & Vegetables - Danish Judged Crops - Class E and Member Guides - Conference Judged Junior - Vegetable Garden Boxes - Conference Judged Junior/Open Goats (Dairy & Pygmy) - Livestock Show Barn Face-to-Face Judging - Junior Division Photography, Clothing, Knitting & Crocheting, Home Furnishings, Child Development

Makayla Johnson will be showing her chicken at the Polk County Fair. She is a member of the Bone Lake Beavers 4-H.

Friday 8:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 9 a.m. 9 a.m.

Junior Western Riding and Games Show Junior Beef, Livestock Show Building followed by Open Division Junior/Open Division Poultry Open/Senior - Antiques; Cultural Arts; Clothing; Knitting & Crocheting; Home Furnishings 9 a.m. Junior Sheep - Sheep & Hog Show Arena and Open Division 10 a.m. Open/Senior - Woodworking, Natural Science 10 a.m. Junior - School Exhibits 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Conference Judging of Junior - Woodworking; Natural Science; Youth Leadership; Health & Energy Conservation; Mechanical Sciences; Aerospace; Electricity 3 p.m. Junior/Open Exotics

Saturday 8 a.m. 9 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10 a.m.

Sunday 11:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m.

Open WSCA Games Horse Show - Outdoor Horse Show Arena Junior Dairy Cattle - Livestock Show Building followed by Open Division Judging of Junior Division Rabbits followed by Open Division Llama Show - Llama Tent Dairy Showmanship Contest - Livestock Show Building Exhibits can be taken home

Marcus Bokenyi, Unity FFA, is showing his heifer, Jena, at the Polk County Fair.

Some events will be judged before the fair in revues, contests and rodeos. Go to the UW-Extension website - http://polk.uwex.edu or Polk County Fair website: http://polkcountyfair.com for more details.

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Good Luck to the Lucky Horseshoe 4-H Club at the Polk County Fair Bergmann’s Greenhouses

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How to get to the Fair!

Cushing 4-H

Club members include Sommer Asper, Tessa Becker, Jacob Binversie, Morgan Boettcher, Boe Carlson, Hunter Carlson, Austin Cummings, Madelyn Doolittle, Derek Fisk, Natalie Fisk, Katelyn Gallatin, Katrina Gamer, Evan Gudmunsen, Seth Gudmunsen, Kaden Draves, Carson Johnson, Jonathan Johnson, Josie Johnson, Julianna Johnson, Macy Johnson, Kayan Kolve, Tia Kolve, Baily Loberg, Hailey Lundgren, Kasey Maypark, Bruce McCurdy, Annabel McManus, Emily McManus, Amber Mevissen, Amy Mevissen, Alexis Nadeau, Xavier Nadeau, Lyndsey Nelson, Lucia Neuman, Madison Oachs, Maria Oachs, Sadie Olson, Peyton Park, Tyler Park, Jayd Parks, Drake Peterson, Lydia Petersen, Emily Peterson, Mary Peterson, Sadie Rau, Dakota Schultz, Daxter Schultz, Colten Snyder, Madison Snyder, Alyssa Swenson, Elliot Swenson, Andrew Swenson, Brooke Swenson, Ashlin Waltz, Torihatta Wendorf, Courtney Zehm, Sam Mackenberg.

Enjoy all the events at the Polk County Fair!

McKinley Vikings 4-H

Back row, left to right, Mitchell Monchilovich, Preston Larson, Maddie Monchilovich, Audri Amos, Grayson Baxter, Kiera Anderson, Morgan Monchilovich. Front row, Brita Hibbs, Sophia Hendricks, Trent Albee, Merlin Hibbs, Milan Monchilovich, Sarah Whyte, Nicole Dittbrenner, Neils Anderson. Missing were Sara Sellent and Allison Gross.

Good Luck exhibitors at the Polk County Fair . . . have a great weekend!

Deer’s Food Locker Deer Park, WI

Phone 715-269-5118

“Proud Supporter of the Polk County Fair”

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2016 Fair Photo Contest 1. Photo must be from 2016 2. Photo must be 5x7 and NOT matted 3. Photo must be in one of these categories a. Kids at the Fair b. Special Event or Area c. Fair View d. Evening at the Fair e. Animals f. People at the Fair g. What’s New 4. Photo must be submitted to the PCFS Programming Committee c/o Judy Bainbridge, 2267 170th St., Luck, WI 54853 no later than September 15, 2016. Winners will be announced October 31, 2016. 5. Photo becomes property of the Polk County Fair and may be used in Fair advertising. 6. Photo will not be returned to submitter.

Good Luck to all of the exhibitors at the Polk County Fair... Have a good time!

Nilssen’s Market 265 NW 5th St. Clear Lake Phone 715-263-2513 www.nilssensfoods.com Family Owned since 1903

STORE HOURS Mon.-Sat. 7 am-8 pm Sun. 8 am-5 pm

•ATM Inside •Postage Stamps •Greeting Cards $1.00 •Kemps Dairy Products Adele Babcock and Marissa Shovelen are making bird houses during Fair Camp.

Visit Bernie the Burning Barrel at the Polk County Tent everyday

Good Luck Polk County Fair Exhibitors! ENJOY THE FAIR!

office@berghammerbuilders.com

Since 1950

Bone Lake Lutheran Church Welcomes You To the Polk County Fair

AgStar is proud to support 4-H!

Serving Sandwiches, BBQ and Hot Dogs daily

DINNER SPECIALS:

Served 11 a.m. until gone Friday: Meatball Dinner Saturday: Roast Beef Dinner Sunday: Ham Dinner ALL DINNERS SERVED WITH POTATO, VEGETABLE AND ROLL

Homemade Food & Pies Featuring Van Meter Meats from Luck

“Come for the pie, stay for the Fair”

Jake Greenberg Financial Services Officer 715-688-9410

4-H helps teach some important lessons about responsibility, teamwork and enjoying life. Like 4-H, we believe investing in tomorrow’s farmers and ag leaders today ensures that the future will be bright for us all. We’re proud to enthusiastically support our local 4-H programs.

AgStar Financial Services is an equal opportunity employer, lender and provider. © 2014 All rights reserved.

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Meet your friends and have fun!

Polk County Fair July 28, 29, 30, 31, 2016

These advertisers welcome to this annual event

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EVENTS HORSE PULL

TALENT SHOW

Thursday, July 28. 8 p.m. Grandstand

Saturday, July 30, 1-4 p.m. Main Stage.

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE TRUCK PULL

QUALITY MEATS AUCTION

Friday, July 29, 7 p.m. Grandstand. The Western Wisconsin Truck Pullers rules will be used. Registration 5 p.m.

OPEN GAMES HORSE SHOW Saturday, July 30, 8 a.m. Chinander Arena.

KIDDIE PEDAL TRACTOR PULL Saturday, July 30. Registration 10 a.m. Start at 11 a.m. by the Main Stage.

DAIRYLAND GARDEN TRACTOR PULL

Saturday, July 30. Grandstand. Start at 10 a.m.

TRACTOR PULL

Saturday, July 30. Grandstand. Registration 2:30-4 p.m. all classes up to 7000 lbs. Registration 2:30-5 p.m. for all other classes. We will not accept late entries. Event begins at 4:30 p.m.

Saturday, July 30, 6 p.m. Show Barn.

RANCH HORSE SHOW

Sunday, July 31, 8 a.m. Chinander Arena.

LITTLE BRITCHES SHOW Sunday, July 31, 10 a.m. Show Barn.

FAIREST OF THE FAIR CONTEST/ CORONATION Sunday, July 31, 2 p.m. Main Stage.

DEMOLITON DERBY

Sunday, July 31, 1 p.m. Grandstand. New this year: Power Wheels Demo Derby.

Noah Insurance Group Dial 1-800-580-NOAH (6624)

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Atlas Co-op Feed Store Feed - Hardware Seed - Fertilizer 2120 295th Ave. Luck, WI 54853 715-648-5356

Erspamer Law Office Amery 715-268-2550

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Polk Burnett Electric Cooperative 1-800-421-0283

Dental Arts, S.C. Amery 715-268-7177

James Krupa

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Amery 715-268-8135

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Chet Johnson Drug

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Attorney at Law

Downtown Amery 715-268-8121

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Green Acres 4-H

Members are Kailynn Ebert, Bailey Ebert, Imojin Peterson, Anna Larsen, Estella Meyer, Weston Meyer, Luna Peterson.

Good Luck to all exhibitors! Plan to attend the Quality Meats Carcass Show on Thursday, Aug. 4, at Swank’s Meats

Pleasant Lake 4-H

Back row, left to right, Natalie Ryan, Missy Jones, Amber Newman, Katherine Jennings, Mattie Newman, Kaija Newman, Zach Solrud, Danny Wahlstrom, Tyler Bjornstad, Adam Mallin, Matthew Germain, Hannah Germain, Nick Stroshane, Thomas Newman, Caleb Campeau, Ava Schuller. Middle row, Cooper Gott, Hunter Nelson, Jessica Carlson, Aubrey Gott, Natalee Bjornstad, Marissa Kruse, Emma Fehlen, Emma Stroshane. Front row, Sarah Carlson, Lauren Hefty, Sarah Hefty. Not pictured, Blaine Arvold, Collin Arvold, Lindsay Arvold, Aubree Boissy, Trey Boissy, Josie Carlson, Eddie Fehlen, Avery Folkestad, Caden Folkestad, Madison Gorski, Callie Halstrom, Travis Jennings, Isaiah Jones, Savanna Jones, Amber Newman, Joseph Nissen, Nick Nissen, Tim Nissen, Jack Ryan, Allison Sagness, Hannah Sagness, Lance Wallis, Linnaea Wallis.

Have a Fun Fair Experience!

Painted Sky Veterinary Services, LLC Abby Coodin, DVM

“Exceptional care for your exceptional pet” 741 Harriman Ave., Amery, WI 54001 715-268-8131

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Sam Ross and Ayden Christensen made glass etchings to exhibit in the school project class at the Fair.

Ellen Lehman, South Milltown 4-H, presents a book report for the Fair.

Daniel Hasselquist, Gunnar Hasselquist and Khloe Jensen working on bluebird houses.

Layla Visger, South Milltown 4-H, has paintings to exhibit.

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HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat. 8 a.m.-noon

Support your local 4-H and FFA at the Polk County Fair Livestock Auction Saturday, July 30, at 6 p.m. Give Amery Meat Market a call after you purchase only select high quality beef, sheep, swine and goat at the fair. Let us continue that quality with our custom processing

Congratulations and Good Luck Exhibitors!

Back row, left to right, Michael Nelson, Blane Tendrup, Hope Tendrup, Emilee Nicholson, Layla Visger. Front row, Ellen Lehman, Max Lindahl. Not pictured, Jack Nelson, Marcus Bokeynl, Lexi Anderson.

Good Luck Exhibitors!

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Fair cleanup involves many in preparation for the upcoming Polk County Fair

Moving tables in the Crops Building in preparation to the fair are Isiah Simon and Carson Simon from Indian Creek 4-H.

Having a snack after fair clean up are left to right, JoeAnne Swanson, Cameron Johnson, Blake Johnson, Andrew Swanson, Cessiella King, Jessica Mattson, Brett Strenke, Gabriel King, all from Bone Lake Beavers 4-H.

Joel Jets 4-H

Back row, left to right, Emma Denotter, Bethany Markham, Wyatt Hase, Gage Cuper, Jasimine Hase, Sidney Wirth. Middle row, Erinn Slate, Ally Markuson, Madison Munson, Colton Flanigan, Kaytlynn Vanda. Front row, Cooper Flanigan, Chessa Bentz, Lance Pickard, Arianna Winger, Christine Pickard. Missing, Blake Curtis, Braden Curtis, Brody Curtis, Claire Eckert, Adrian Green, Bardy Kobernick, Alaina Johnson, Kristine Penard, Caleb Scherff, Mason Scherff, Venna Stewart.

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Cleaning the Flowers Building

Beaver Brook Badgers 4-H members Meikah Dado, Kruse Yuhas and Siri Yuhas cleaning the bleachers in the Hog/Sheep Barn for the show.

LUB LUCKY HORSESHOE 4-H C

Front row: Emily Hadac, Bradyn Gehrman, Brooke Hadac. Back row: Emily Roessler, Katelyn Roessler, Kelly Catlin. Not pictured: Lilly Soderberg, Jillian Jensen, Tristen Mortel.

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Doing clean up at the Horse arena

Estella Meyer, Anna Larsen and Weston Meyer of Green Acres 4-H are raking leaves during the fair clean up.

Children’s Activities Unity/Luck Fair Camp participants helped at clean up day by sweeping out the Grandstand.

Andrew Prindle with flowers ready for the Fair.

Northern Lights 4-H

at the Milking Parlor everyday Sponsored by F&A Dairy

Eagle View 4-H

Proud sponsor of the

Polk County Fair and 4-H Club!

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Back row, left to right, Rachel Tallent, Harvey Tallent, Mary Sandberg, Payton Larson, Lydia Tallent, Annie Lorsung, Christopher Lorsung, Arthur Long, Brandon Johnson. Third row, Laura Sandberg, Ruby Tallent, Neleah Sandberg, Zach Juvrud, Jordan Sandberg, Julia Sandberg, Johnny Hite. Second row, Katelyn Juvrud, Julia Novak, Isabelle Novak, Victoria Long, Claire Novak, Joe Larson, Austin Sandberg. Front row, Jonathon Lorsung, Alyssa Hite, Michael Novak, Conner Sandberg, Peter Novak, Benjamin Lorsung. Not pictured: Anja Erickson, Cara Erickson, Greta Erickson, Raelynn Hansen, Madyson Haugerud, Zachary Hite, Amy Johnson, Joseph Novak, Maria Novak, Lilly Schone, Emily Shakal, Paige Shakal, Andrew Hakel, Lilly Hakel.

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MR. ED’S MAGICAL MIDWAY

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY

THURSDAY

GAMES

4pm (Wristbands 4-10pm)

THURS - SAT Noon - 7pm SUNDAY Noon - 3pm

FRIDAY

2pm (Each Ride One Less Ticket 2-6pm)

SATURDAY

BOOK FAIR/USED BOOK SALE

11am (Wristbands from 11am-5pm)

SUNDAY

ST. CROIX FALLS, WI

Noon (Wristbands from Noon - 5pm)

THURS - SAT 9am - 10pm SUNDAY 9am - 5pm

JULY 28-JULY 31, 2016

Wristbands will be $20 each

POLK COUNTY YOUTH - OUR GREATEST RESOURCE MANY FUN CONTESTS!

Visit our website for details

TICKETS & INFORMATION

Information: 715-483-3391 or www.polkcountyfair.com • Parking is FREE!

GRANDSTAND EVENTS

Contact for Grandstand: Jamie Wood 715-607-0384

THURSDAY, JULY 28

THURSDAY, JULY 28 Rick & Kenny Duo 8:00 pm Horse Pull The Magic of Jim Mitchell Hypnosis Show - Jim Mitchell FRIDAY, JULY 29 The Wolfe Brothers 7:00pm 4x4 Truck Pull

FRIDAY, JULY 29

10:00am 11:00am Noon 1pm - 5pm 1:30pm 3:00pm 6:00pm 7:00pm

1pm - 5pm 4:00pm 7:30pm 10:00am 11:30am 1:00pm 2:00pm

8:30am 8:30am 9:00am 9:00am 3:00pm

Jr Western Riding & Games Junior/Open Beef Show Junior/Open Poultry Junior/Open Sheep Show Junior/Open Exotics

INFIELD THURSDAY 6 - 11 FRIDAY 5 - Midnight SATURDAY Noon - Midnight SUNDAY Noon - 1 hr after Demo Derby ends

Dairyland Garden Tractor Pull Tractor Pull

SUNDAY, JULY 31

Demo Derby & Power Wheels Demo

SATURDAY, JULY 30

8:00am 9:00am 9:30am 10:00am

Open WSCA Games Horse Show Junior/Open Dairy Cattle Junior/Open Rabbits Llama Show

SUNDAY, JULY 31

8:00am 10:00am 11:30am 11:30 - 1

Polk County Ranch Horse Show Little Britches Show Dairy Showmanship Silent Auction - Small Animal Barn

ADRC BUILDING

FRIDAY, JULY 29

Church Service 1:00pm Medication Mgmt 101 The Looney Lutherans 2:00pm Brain Health Family Fun & Contests 3:00pm Scams Crowning of 2016 Polk County SATURDAY, JULY 30 Fairest of the Fair 10am - 3pm Memory/Fall Risk Screens,

BEER GARDEN

10:00 am 4:30 pm

LIVESTOCK SHOWS

Kiddie Pedal Tractor Pull Talent Show Sponsored by Midwest One Pickles the Clown Strolling The Magic of Jim Mitchell Duck for Oyster

SUNDAY, JULY 31

SATURDAY, JULY 30

1:00pm

Rex Cactus Centenarian Recognition Rex Cactus THURSDAY, JULY 28 Pickles the Clown Strolling 8:30am Junior Horse Show Martial Arts Demo 9:00am Junior/Open Swine Show The Magic of Jim Mitchell Junior/Open Goats Hypnosis Show - Jim Mitchell 1:00pm Joe Sir as Elvis FRIDAY, JULY 29

SATURDAY, JULY 30

11:00am 1:00pm

Saturday, July 30 6:00pm • Show Barn

DAILY SINGLE ADMISSION: Thurs & Sun $6 • Fri & Sat $8 SEASON PASSES: $18 (Prices for Ages 8 & up, 7 & under FREE)

MAIN STAGE

Noon 3:00pm 6:00pm 8:00pm

QUALITY MEATS AUCTION

2016 MAJOR SPONSORS:

3:00pm 4:00pm

Home Safety √-list, Adult Coloring Amateur Radio & Storm Spotting Wild Mushrooms of Polk County

SUNDAY, JULY 31

11:00am 12:30pm

Canning 101 Soap & Laundry Soap Making Demo

St. Croix Valley Hardwoods

MILKING PARLOR Sponsored by F & A Dairy

DAILY ACTIVITIES

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WWW.POLKCOUNTYFAIR.COM

Coloring Contest (12 & under) Fun Dairy Crafts • Bean Bag Toss Milk A Cow (not a live one) Barn Tours 2pm & 6pm Milking Demonstrations following Barn Tours