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to frighten, intimidate, threaten, or abuse another, you can be charged with a crime and have a juvenile record.

Three years ago, a partnership was started between the

A special meeting pertaining to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan was not lacking a variety of opinions on Wednesday, July 25th. The gathering drew in not only residents of Amery, but visitors from surrounding areas as well.

Mayor Paul Isaacson opened the discussion by stating, “This is an opportunity for citizens and the public to speak regarding the topic of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. The city council will be voting on the plan later tonight to approve or not, the concept. No monies have been discussed, or designated for any part of it. Anything that is proposed 33, 2222 or approval from to beTHURSDAY, done that SEPTEMBER will need funding NO. 19need www.moraminn.com the VOL. city131will to come back$1.00 at a later date for approval.”

Isaacson went on to explain that the Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) road diet for Keller Avenue, which is a State Highway, is a D.O.T. project that includes bike lanes. The city only has an option on the width of the bike lanes. The city does not have control over whether or not they are put in, that is the D.O.T.’s control.

Stephen Clark, a bicycle and transportation consultant who prepared the plan, was the first to step up to the podium. He gave a short summary of the key points of the plan and the reasons he feels it would be an asset to the city of Amery. Clark said, “so much about the safety of bicyclists and pedes

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During a weekend of hard work, Timmy Kelling sneaks in a break in the hay. More photos from the Polk County Fair inside.

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Amery joins in on National Night Out

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Out. The event will take place at Michael Park from 5p.m.8:30p.m.

According to National Night Out’s website, “the event is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live.” One of the

missions of National Night Out is to promote the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community. Events like these provide a great opportunity to bring police, emergency service personnel and neighbors together under positive circumstances.

Matt Peskin, founder and

THE SUN The community of Amery is getting the opportunity to participate in an event that is marking 35 years of celebration.

On Tuesday August 7th, the city’s police department, fire department, and E.M.S. will host their first National Night

Serving Polk County’s St. Croix Valley since 1897

executive director of National Association of Town Watch introduced the National Night Out program in 1984.

Peskin realized that hundreds of community watch groups existed without a platform or association to connect them together.

Millions of communities take part in National Night Out across all fi fty states,

U.S. territories and military bases worldwide on the first Tuesday in August. Neighborhoods host block parties, festivals, parades, cookouts and various other community events with safety demonstrations, seminars, youth events, visits from emergency personnel, exhibits and much, much more.

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HEARING: Relocation of Cattail Trailhead is removed from approved plan FROM PAGE ONE

trians hinges upon the design of streets and also trails.”

Paul Shafer spoke on behalf of the Amery Economic Development Corporation, recommending support for the plan.

Shafer said, “We feel it can be a working document to assist in the leadership of establishing Amery to be a more bike friendly community for both citizens and visitors.” Shafer read comments from Charlie Spencer, the town chairman of Boulder Junction, a town located in northeastern Wisconsin. When speaking about the integration of a bike trail in his community Spencer said, “years back when this whole effort started, there was a lot of business owners and naysayers who thought the whole idea was a waste of time and money. All I can say is they were wrong. We have done research and it shows they (bicyclists) do spend a lot of money while in the area on things such as hotel rooms, meals, gas for their cars, bikes, and accessories.” Before finishing, Shafer reminded listeners, “this is a plan, not a contract.”

Peter Henry, a downtown business owner and member of the bike plan task force touched on the D.O.T.’s road diet plan saying, “that is their standard operating procedure when they perceive there is a safety problem in a small

town. The reason why they do it and include bike lanes, is because bike lanes make it safer for every user of the roads; walkers, drivers, and people who ride bike.” Henry explained the approach taken in the Master Plan was to say, “if a bike is a legal vehicle on the road, it needs a place to be on the road with markings so that it can be done safely.” Henry described the “Warrior 10K loop” included in the plan as, “a safe route to school for our children.”

Henry also said, “anything in this plan that requires any amount of money would have to go before the city council for approval. They would get a second bite at the apple. If my experience is any example, they would probably get three or four bites at the apple because this is the fourth time I have been here to advocate for this plan.”

Other people speaking about their support of the plan included Katie Ellefson, Community Health Coordinator for Amery Hospital and Clinics, who said, “this could be a really great thing to build on for the future of our kids. This plan highlights that we are being forward thinking for the health of our community to get them moving and active.”

Local resident Denise Johnson said, ”One thing I have been hearing for years is that there is not enough in Amery

for kids to do. This would be a way to encourage activities for kids.”

It was brought up during discussion numerous times that people were worried about the safety of having a bike route on Keller Avenue, perhaps Harriman would be a better option. Dr. Orrin Arneson who practiced in Amery for 35 years said, “I have taken care of a lot of trauma and I am against the trails on Keller because of the truck traffic. The truckers are careful but there is still a danger.”

Lori Dieckman of Amery said, “I guess I am representing the property tax payers.”

She expressed that she had heard talk about grant money being generated for the project but asked, ”does that mean 100 percent covered by somebody else?” Members of the council replied, “no.”

Dieckman went on to say, “When the project is done and there is maintenance of it and insurance on it, does the grant take care of that?”

Council member Kris Vickers responded, “that is the city’s expense.” Dieckman in turn said, “that affects me as a taxpayer.” Dieckman also brought up the point that she felt sidewalks were in need of repairing as well as roads with potholes. She said, “How do we keep acquiring these new projects that are going to need maintenance in the

future if we cannot pay for what we have now?”

A topic that came up frequently during the debate was point number four of the executive summary of the plan which reads, “Relocate the current County recycling facility and Cattail trailhead to reduce congestion and unslightliness in Amery’s historic district.” The wording of relocating the trailhead struck a nerve with many residents who shared their concerns.

Dave Curtis, owner of the Birch Street Bar and the Tac II said, “The revenue brought into this town by ATVs and UTVs has got to be huge. We should not lose that.” Amery resident Kyle Warner said, “We have no choice, we do not get four lanes anymore, we can cry and complain all we want but the state has the say.

I do feel though, if we move the Cattail head out of town it is going to hurt businesses.”

Council member Rick Van Blaricom wondered why the topic of moving the trailhead kept being mentioned. Warner said, “It is right here in the plan, you guys are voting on it tonight.” Mayor Isaacson responded, “we are not voting on moving the trail, I know that for a fact.” Warner pointed out that the council was voting on the plan and that was part of the plan. Mayor Isaacson replied, “Everything in that plan is negotiable.”

The city council meeting following the discussion began with Alderman Tim Strohbusch expressing his appreciation for people showing up and voicing their opinions. “A lot of good information was exchanged,” said Strohbusch. He wanted to make a few points and said, “First off, the ATV trailhead relocation comment is a very small section in the report.

One of the comments made tonight was that there was a lot of rumors about what may happen with it, here are some facts about it.” Strohbusch then said, “It is not our trailhead to give away. That trailhead is owned by the county. I would not be in favor of it leaving the city.”

Rick Van Blaricom shared his thoughts saying, “I would not have Keller Avenue as my preference for the bike path, but we do not have a lot to say about that. That is pretty much a done deal at the state level. We could enhance it if we wanted to spend 75 grand on green paint, but that would be on the city’s buck and I can pretty much guarantee you that ain’t happening.”

After a short discussion a motion was made to approve the plan, striking the language of moving the trailhead and green paint for the path.

The motion was seconded and passed by a vote of five to one.

Alderman Rick Davis was the lone opposing vote.

NIGHT OUT: Police, fire and ambulance look to get acquainted with public FROM PAGE ONE

Amery has a wide variety of activities planned for the evening. Hot dogs will be on the grill, Life Link will be on site for participants to get an

up close view of the chopper, and the Amery E.M.S. will be showing C.P.R. demonstrations. There will be a K9 demonstration thanks to the Amery police department. Also, do not forget your swimsuits, as the fire depart-

ment is going to have a splash pad, hoses to run under, and a dunk tank.

Bring your dancing shoes along too; music will be playing courtesy of Kar Jackers.

Event coordinator Chris Franzen

said, “this gives people the opportunity to step away from technology and get to know their neighbors.” Franzen is hopeful that this will be the first of many annual Night Out gatherings.

MESSAGING: Local authorities are now enforcing harrasment laws FROM PAGE ONE

Polk County District Attorney’s Office and Polk County’s Department of Children and Families to spread a message concerning the way social media is impacting children.

The SAM (Stop Abusive Messaging) Project has goal of making people aware that laws exist pertaining to abusive messaging, and Polk County intends on enforcing those laws.

Brooke Whitley from Polk County’s Department of Children and Families said, “This issue knows no demographic.

We see victims and offenders of all races, and ages, who come from homes of all financial situations.”

Whitley believes speaking

about the severity of the crime and potential consequences needs to start in the home. She expressed the importance of parents having open communications with their children about activities taking place on computerized devices. Kids need to know that words, photos, and even an emoji can be interpreted in many different ways. Also, in terms of sexting (sending explicit photographs or messages via mobile phone), a photo might not stay only in the hands of the person it was sent to, it could end up in the hands of a child predator.

Whitley is involved in sharing the SAM Project message at all eight school districts in Polk County. She has conversations with students about

subjects such as sexting. Discussions are held about why it is not acceptable to ask someone to send explicit photos, and the many reasons why it is so harmful to send them.

She hopes to make students feel empowered enough to say “no” about uncomfortable requests and to feel fine blocking others with unacceptable behavior.

It is important that if you are a victim of abusive messaging to contact law enforcement.

If you are already 17, you will be charged as an adult.

Included in this is sexting.

Not only could an offender now have a juvenile record, they could face child pornography charges as well. The project’s brochure shares the

message, “You knew your conduct was going to impact someone. You intended to hurt someone with what you sent. ABUSIVE MESSAGING IS CRIMINAL.” Local police departments are receiving complaints daily about acts of phone and/ or online wrongdoing. Some Polk County towns enforce these laws at a municipal level. Local youth being charged with cruelty have faced hefty tickets. In September, a pilot program will be starting with the Amery Police Department. Youth participating in online harassment will be given an opportunity to meet with Youth Justice about their misconduct and complete a program before having a charge placed on a juvenile

record.

With help from the SAM Project, the school districts of Luck and Unity and had public screenings of “Screenagers,” a film by Delaney Ruston who is a documentary filmmaker and primary care physician. The film’s website describes the documentary as “an award-winning film that probes into the vulnerable corners of family life and depicts messy struggles over social media, video games, and academics.” The film offers solutions on how we can help children navigate the digital world. The screening will be offered in Amery this fall.

For more information about The SAM Project, call Brooke Whitley at 715-485-8438.

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JULY 31 Trail planning group plans hearing The Polk County Stower Seven Lakes and Cattail Trail Subcommittee will hold a public hearing at 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 31, at the Unity School’s Performing Art Center in Balsam Lake.

The committee invites comments on the proposed trail usage changes for the Stower Seven Lakes Trail and Cattail.

The group is working to determine the uses of the Stower Seven Lakes Trail and Cattail Trail and complete trail master plans.

Comments will be limited to 3 minutes per person. To comment before the committee or submit a written comment, individuals must sign in at the entrance door between 5:45 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Written comments may also be sent to the Polk County Parks Department, 100 Polk County Plaza, Suite #10, Balsam Lake, WI 54810 or submitted by e-mail to polk. recreation@ co.polk.wi.us.

Documentation received before the public hearing will be presented to the Trail Subcommittee for receipt during the public hearing.

Previous meetings and trail plan drafts are available for viewing on www. co.polk.wi.us/ parks.

AUGUST 4 Teams needed for Softball Tournament at Jorgenson Fields GDSI is sponsoring the 3rd annual Charity Softball and Vendor Event on Saturday, Aug. 4. Businesses in the local area will challenge each other to a fun, silly softall tournament to raise money for backpacks and school supplies for children in need.

Games begin at 9 a.m. with the championship played about 5 p.m. Winners in the Silent Auction will be announced at 5:15 p.m.

Vendors are also needed. Contact GDSI if you would like to be a vendor at the softball field during the tournament.

For more info contact Cheri Richards, HR Mgr. at GDSI 715-268-6495 ext. 216 or email richardsc@gdsiswitches.com.

Relay for Life presents Summerfest American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Polk & Burnett Co. presents SUMMERFEST (There’s a Cure for the Summertime Blues!)

Everyone welcome Saturday August 4, 2018 at the Polk County Fairgrounds-4H building6:00pm Start 9:00pm Luminary Ceremony 10:00pm Closing

Activities, Dinner and Concert East Lincoln Alliance Church in partnership with Journey Church will present Hope aLive

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Sister city sign presentation While visiting Amory Mississippi, Michael Simonson presented Mayor Brad Blalock with the Amory 2 Amery sign.

Simonson’s class raised the funds to purchase a sign for each community.

on Saturday, Aug. 4 at Michael Park in Amery.

From 2-5:30 p.m. activities include lawn games for adults, fun activities for kids, an inflatable obstacle course, as well as snacks and refreshments.

Dinner will be served from 4:30-6 p.m. and includes brats and hot dogs along with grilled corn on the cob.

The concert is at 6 p.m. by the East Lincoln Band and a featured performance by Square One.

A Young Performers’ Concert The Northern Lakes Center for the Arts presents “A Young Performers’ Concert” on Saturday, Aug. 4, 7:30 p.m. at the Northern Lakes Center for the Arts.

An evening featuring local student musicians performing in concert. We promise you will be impressed!

AUGUST 6 City of Lakes Open Golf Tournament Amery Lions Club is sponsoring the 9th Annual City of Lakes Open at the Amery Golf Course on Monday, Aug. 6. $80 includes 18 holes, 1/2 cart box lunch during registration.

Shotgun start is 10:30 a.m. with awards to follow golf.

Registration forms are available at amerylionsclub.org.

AUGUST 7 National Night Out Hosted by Amery Police, Fire and EMS, National Night Out will be held at Michael Park and Central Street in Amery on Tuesday August 7.

Swedish Club holds picnic The Swedish Club holds its annual potluck picnic Tuesday August 7 at 6 pm at Wapogasset Park, located about one mile north of Deronda.

Club member JoAnn Hallquist will talk about the history of the park which dates from its formation in the 1920s.

Non-members are welcome to join in the festivities. Further info at www.foreverswedish. net.

AUGUST 8 Annual Pig Roast at Willow Ridge Everyone is invited to the Annual Pig Roast on Wednesday, Aug. 8, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Willow Ridge Healthcare in Amery.

On the menu will be roast pork, potato salad, beans, coleslaw and cookie.

Music will be provided by Cattail Moon Band and Dick Armbruster.

AUGUST 17 St. Croix Falls Coffee Connection Coffee Connection with Seth Spading/Wise Health, will take place at St. Croix Valley Senior

Center, 140 N. Washington St., St. Croix Falls, on Friday, Aug. 17, from 8:30-9:30 a.m.

AUGUST 18 Amery Band Boosters Pie & Ice Cream Social The Amery High School Band Boosters will be hosting a Pie and Ice Cream social in the High School cafeteria prior to the Miss Amery Talent show on Saturday, August 18th.

Pulled pork sandwiches along with many homemade pies for you to enjoy. Come out and support our Amery High School Band!

ONGOING Ruby’s Pantry Held the 2nd Saturday of each month at the Congregational Church in Amery. Doors open at 7:30, food distribution from 9-10:30.

Amery Farmer’s Market Saturdays 9 a.m. to 12 noon and Mondays 3-6 p.m. in Soo Line Park, downtown Amery.

Valerie 715-554-1034.

St. Croix Valley Spinners and Fiber Arts Guild Meet the third Wednesday of each month from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., often at the Amery Library. We spin, knit, weave, anything fiber arts related, and we welcome new members.

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That’s a good bake

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BY TOM STANGL FROM THE PUBLISHER’S DESK

I have a confession to make – I’m hooked on the Great British Baking Show and I’m OK with the world knowing.

The show airs in our country on public broadcasting and past seasons can be found on Netflix, where I first watched it with granddaughter Sephie in May. Sephie, who turns 10 on Aug. 26, has a talent and interest in baking so the show was right up her alley.

My other daughters had talked about the program and I dismissed the notion, thinking that it was another “reality” show where everything was staged. I truly believe “reality” television and social media are two of the modern deadly sins, but I’m getting off Publisher day topic.

Tom Stangl So I watched the show with Sephie. A group of 10 to 13 amateur bakers travel to a country setting where they bake three things in a tent over the course of a weekend.

All of the contestants prepare the same item for one of the “bakes,” which are judged by Mary Berry and Paul Hollywood. Yes, those are their names.

Two female comedians, Sue Perkins and Mel Giedroyc, are the hosts of the program, offering some comic relief, encouragement and consolation.

At the end of the weekend, one person is named “Star Baker” and one person is eliminated. In the finale, three compete to win the title. The winner receives a crystal plate and bragging rights – no cash prize.

If this sounds boring, I can assure you it is not.

The producers do a great job getting a mix of ages, experiences and ethnicities in the cast. There’s usually a scrappy senior citizen, a student, some working stiffs and housewives. In short, there’s someone for anyone to relate to and cheer on in the competition. The audience gets to know more about the contestants as the weeks go by, finding someone to love and someone to hate, depending on your point of view.

The large pavilion that is the set has contestants in close quarters as they prepare everything from bread to pastries to cakes and pies. Some of the items they are asked to make are unfamiliar to the bakers, so some improvisation is required, providing an opportunity for things to go very well, or very, very wrong.

Even though these are amateurs and the stakes are not high, there is lots of room for drama. I have read that in the early days of the series, producers were trying to get more of the classic reality TV drama by amplifying issues. To their credit, the judges and hosts refused to play along and actively pushed back, making the show be about celebrating the uniqueness of the individual in an environment of support.

If that isn’t something we need as a society now, I will eat my hat. Well, maybe a gooseberry torte with Swiss meringue.

Yes, that’s a thing I learned from watching the show.

Like other successful British shows, American television has sought to duplicate the success of the program. A clearly inspired knock off, down to the set design and format is Making It, a new show that premiered July 31 on NBC where crafters make creations and challenges, just like the Great British Baking Show.

The current season is just past the half way point and airs on Friday and Sunday nights on PBS. Give it a try, you’ll be hooked.

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.

The mailman’s kid

BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

A big event happened for my family this week. My sister Lisa gave birth to a beautiful little boy.

It has been interesting watching my baby sister navigate through her nine months of pregnancy and experience the miracle of birth for the first time.

It has enabled me to see my sister Editor in a whole new April Ziemer light.

I was a quite spoiled only child and only grandchild for 10 years before Kelly came along. Even with such an age difference, I luckily have a close relationship with my two sisters. Although we are close, the three of us could not be more different.

On more than one occasion, I have looked at one of my siblings and wondered, “where did she come from?” I have noticed that this is a common thing in families. My husband’s older brother always teases Josh that he “must be the mailman’s kid.”

This has gotten me to thinking, “How can kids from the same family be so different?” My sisters and I basically all had the same experience growing up. Although depending on whom you ask,

Lisa had it easy as the baby and I tested my parents as the oldest.

Kelly, stuck in the middle, was the “Golden Child” — just ask her.

Some people say genetics shape us and some say it’s our environment; quite honestly it is probably some of both. I am not sure how my quiet introvert mother ended up with three loud and extroverted daughters.

Tending to be on the loud side is one thing that the three of us have in common; the other is the reality that none of us can carry a tune.

Loud is not always a great combo with being out of tune, but it never seems to bother us much.

My sister Kelly has wandering feet. She loves to travel anywhere and everywhere. Although I envy her experiences, for the most part I like staying put in Amery. Who knows what I might possibly miss out on if I left the area?

My sister Lisa has a neat and tidy house (this may become more challenging with the new little guy around). Although her home always looks very nice, I have a hard time finding my stuff when it is all put away. It is much easier to find when it is peeking out from the bottom of a pile out in the open.

I guess I am one of the lucky ones. The things that make us different are not big enough to cause us yell and scream at each other, or worse yet not speak at

all. Maybe it is that we do not let the many things that make us different become “big things.”

We use our unique characteristics as weapons to poke jabs at each other when playfully teasing and arguing about who really is Mom and Dad’s favorite.

As the years go by and I watch our family journey through more of life’s experiences, I get to see new sides to my sisters. Maybe we are not as different as I thought we were.

I’m sure that as the newest addition to our family grows, he will also be accused at some point of being “the Mailman’s kid” or he will be the one spouting it off to one of his siblings. My wish for this new bundle of joy is that he always knows how much his family loves him and that our differences are what make us the fun and crazy bunch that we are.

George Burns once said, ”Happiness is having a large, caring, close-knit family in another city.”

No offense to George, but I like keeping mine near by.

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

Feel free to email me at editor@ theameryfreepress.com, write me at P.O. Box 224, Amery WI. 54001 or I can be reached by phone at 715-268-8101

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Amery woman dead in two vehicle accident Stacey A. Robb, 44, of Amery has died following a two-vehicle accident Friday afternoon in Deer Park.

According to a release issued Saturday by the St. Croix Sheriff’s department, preliminary investigation and witness statements indicate a 2008 Kia Sportage Sport Utility vehicle, driven by Robb was southbound on Main St. S. A 2005 Peterbilt semi-tractor trailer unit, driven

by Chance M. Zasada, age 39, from Turtle Lake WI, was northbound on Main St. S. Witnesses report the Kia crossed the centerline and struck the semi unit head-on.

Zasada had suspected minor injuries however, was not transported to the hospital. Robb was pronounced dead at the scene by the St. Croix County Medical Examiner’s Office.

Alcohol appears to be a factor in the crash. There is NO indication that Zasada was under the influence of alcohol.

Zasada was wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. Robb was not wearing a seatbelt.

Assisting with this incident were the Wisconsin State Patrol, Polk

City of Amery Joseph P. Brown, 29, Amery, operate motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10; exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.

County Sheriff’s Office, Wisconsin DNR, Deer Park Fire, New Richmond EMS, St. Croix County Highway Dept. and Medical Examiner’s Office.

The roadway was closed for approximately five hours while deputies investigated the scene of the crash.

The semi is owned by MDM Exca-

17 year old, Amery, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Erin M. Hamilton, 47, Amery, improper left turn/ completion, $98.80.

David L. Kelley, 43, Amery, operate without valid license, $124.

Melissa L. Mathieu, 46, Amery, issuance of worthless checks, $476.

Kobe A. Pearson, 18,

vating from Cumberland WI. The semi was loaded with approximated 7500 lbs of sand.

The crash remains under investigation by the St. Croix County Sheriff’s Office and the Medical Examiner’s Office.

This is the sixth traffic fatality in St. Croix County in 2018.

North Branch, MN, operating left of center line, $136.60.

Timothy M. Rouleau, 53, Amery, operate motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Village of Clayton Lee A. Coleman, 49, Turtle Lake, public nuisance affecting health prohibited, $313.

Kayla M. Kane, 18, Maplewood, MN, disorderly conduct with a motor vehicle, $124.

A plea of Not Guilty was entered by: Michael D. Hagglund, Columbus, MN, speeding (13 over), $98.80.

Polk County Arrests Nicole L. Root, 26, Frederic, was arrested on July 17 for domestic battery and disorderly conduct.

Stephen F. Holden, 49, Balsam Lake, was arrested on July 17 for sex offenses.

Keith W. Stepnowski, 38, Milltown, was arrested on July 18 for disorderly conduct.

Isaac J. Williamson, 29, Clayton, was arrested on July 19 for strangulation and domestic battery.

Jacob D. Groszewski, 20, Luck, was arrested on July 20 for possession of marijuana with intent to sell and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Santiago Gonzalez, 31, New Rich-

mond, was arrested on July 22 for felony GBH battery.

Jonathan T. Bazille, 18, Amery, was arrested on July 22 for misdemeanor bail jumping.

Robert E. D. Stokes, 17, Chetek, was arrested on July 22 for forgery.

Jacob L. Reardon, 21, Osceola, was arrested on July 16 for OWI (operating while intoxicated) 1st, possess THC and possess drug paraphernalia.

Matthew M. Poirer, 40, Milltown, was arrested on July 22 for OWI 1st and PAC (prohibited alcohol content) 1st.

Jason A. Tacheny, 24, Grantsburg,

was arrested on July 21 for failure to appear.

Shondell X. Merrill, 45, was arrested on July 21 for a warrant for manufacture and deliver meth.

James D. Keller, 23, Siren, was arrested on July 19 for x3 St. Croix Falls municipal warrants.

Loren D. Dolash, 67, Amery, was arrested on July 18 for outstanding warrant from Nevada.

Troy M. L. Buffington, 39, Dresser, was arrested on July 17 for a probation hold.

Kelly Jo M. Buffington, 37, Dresser, was arrested on July 17 for a probation hold.

Polk County Marriage Licenses Bradley Thomas Kotrba and Elizabeth Anne Novak were issued a license on July 15, 2018.

Gregory Scott Schmidt and Bridgette Kay Lynn Wilk were issued a license on July 15.

Brent John Christianson

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Amery Area Municipal Court Amery Area Municipal Court was held in Amery on Wednesday, July 25, 2018. The following cases were heard:

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and Briana Mary Bielmeier were issued a license on July 16.

Joshua Thomas Hunter and Lauren Whitney Schroeder were issued a license on July 16.

Casey Daniel Hochrein and Katrianna Josephine

Faith Zens were issued a license on July 17.

Nicholas Duwayne Fox and Terri Lynne Wester were issued a license on July 19.

Roger Allen Dahl and Lorene Ann Miller were issued a license on July 19.

Paul Robert Lablanc Gasner and Kiya Marie Landry were issued a license on July 19.

07/20/18, 12:14a.m., Assist other agency 07/20/18, 10:36a.m., Assist other agency 07/20/18, 12:45p.m., Traffic stop 07/20/18, 03:08p.m., Vehicle lock out 07/20/18, 05:57p.m., Traffic stop 07/21/18, 10:06a.m., Assist in custody issue 07/21/18, 10:22a.m., Motor vehicle accident in parking lot 07/21/18, 01:17p.m., Traffic stop 07/21/18, 01:35p.m., Disturbance 07/21/18, 04:38p.m., Traffic stop 07/21/18, 05:20p.m., Traffic stop 07/21/18, 08:41p.m., Vehicle lock out 07/22/18, 12:49a.m., Suspicious activity 07/22/18, 08:37a.m., Traffic stop 07/22/18, 06:00p.m., Disturbance 07/22/18, 06:40p.m., Parking complaint 07/22/18, 08:43p.m., Traffic stop 07/22/18, 09:31p.m., Traffic stop 07/22/18, 09:34p.m., Traffic stop 07/23/18, 12:14a.m., Suspicious activity 07/23/18, 06:01a.m., Traffic complaint 07/23/18, 10:14a.m., Juvenile call 07/23/18, 10:39a.m., Traffic stop 07/23/18, 08:24p.m., Assist other agency 07/24/18, 12:37a.m., Suspicious activity 07/24/18, 03:06p.m., Traffic stop 07/24/18, 04:45p.m., Theft report 07/25/18, 08:34a.m., Mental health call 07/25/18, 01:21p.m., Traffic complaint 07/25/18, 02:40p.m., Vehicle lock out 07/25/18, 05:07p.m., Traffic stop 07/25/18, 05:20p.m., Assist citizen 07/25/18, 05:45p.m., Assist citizen 07/25/18, 09:10p.m., Assist in civil matter 07/25/18, 10:10p.m., Assist other agency 07/25/18, 10:33p.m., Traffic stop 07/25/18, 11:10p.m., Drug call/K9 sniff 07/26/18, 11:55a.m., Assist other agency 07/26/18, 12:32p.m., Assist EMS 07/26/18, 02:20p.m., K9 drug sniff request 07/26/18, 02:50p.m., Juvenile call 07/26/18, 08:36p.m., Disturbance 07/26/18, 11:48p.m., Traffic stop

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110 Years Ago July 30, 1908

the Mills was dropped.

The name of Bluffville was, no doubt, adopted because of the village’s location on the bluffs or hill overlooking the beautiful St. Croix River.

History is dim as to just how long the name of Bluffville was used.

Serious Accident E. D. Damon met with a very serious accident yesterday afternoon at about six o’clock.

Mr. Damon was helping to take out some trees in front of the residence property owned by him and occupied by Ernest Church. A block and tackle and team was being used to pull up the trees and while attending to the rope Mr. Damon’s left hand was drawn into the block.

The third finger was taken off and the second and fourth fingers were badly crushed.

Mr. Damon is getting along, at this writing, as well as can be expected considering the seriousness of the accident.

Nearing Completion The Farmers & Merchants new bank building is nearing completion. A new cement walk in front put in by R. Anderson practically finishes the outside, and E. D. Smith who has charge of the interior finish expects to have the building ready Yesterday’s for occupancy this week.

News The only Diane Stangl thing after that will be to wheel your money down and throw it in.

95 Years Ago July 26, 1923 Car Stolen While Richard Lambert was attending a movie at Clear Lake last Friday evening, someone appropriated his car to their use. When the show was over, the car, which was parked in front of the theatre was not where he left it and he thought friends were playing a practical joke.

A search through the alleys and all around town finally convinced him it was “no joke”.

Speed King Here Tommy Milton, World’s Greatest Speed King, was in Amery the last of the week and was a guest of the Amery Golf Club while in the city.

He drove a rattling, wheezing, coughing old model Ford car as contentedly as though he was piloting his famous 200 horsepower racing machine.

Seven Hurt in Terrible Auto Accident As the result of an automobile accident, which took place a mile east of Range Sunday afternoon, Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Hall of Turtle Lake were brought to the Polk County hospital that afternoon in an unconscious condition.

Mr. Hall was badly cut about the face and scalp, his shoulder blade and collarbone broken, his arm and also several ribs were broken and he was severely bruised. He is rational only at short intervals.

Mrs. Hall was badly injured.

Plan Early Oiling of Highway “46”

Residents evacuated when dam bursts The above photo it from the period of the big dam scare. The Country Dam burst during a heavy spring runoff and Civilian Defense officials anticipated that it would flood Amery. Residents along the river were aroused from their beds in the middle of the night and evacuated. The Apple River did rise about two inches in the city.

She remains unconscious and the extent of her injuries has not yet been determined.

Their daughter and two sons received a number of minor bruises and cuts, which were given attention at the hospital.

The collision occurred at a dangerous corner and both cars were entirely wrecked.

The occupants of the other car, which was from Michigan, were also injured but not so seriously, although that car turned over twice.

Loot Garage Thieves entered Fred Olcott’s garage next to his cottage at Deer Lake during a storm one night last week and made a raid on his big Haynes car stripping it of tires, lights, batteries, cushions, tools, and in fact everything that could be taken off and carried away.

90 Years Ago July 19, 1928 To Combine Rest Room and Library The building purchased by the city council for rest room purposes will be remodeled and put in shape at an early date to comply with the state law governing. We are informed that a movement is on foot, sponsored by the Amery Woman’s Club, to establish a public library in the front part of the building and the idea is meeting with general approval.

Mrs. A. G. Thompson, president of the club, is working earnestly for the library and informs us that a foundation will be laid in proper form to secure state aid under the statutes. This movement is commendable as is also the rest room purchase.

It might be well also to mention that the small brick building on the rear of the east half of the lot rents for $5 per month so that the city in reality only pays $20 per month for the stated time, without interest.

Corn Seven Feet High Burman & Dalberg have a corn stock at their store that is over 7 feet high and well devel-

oped in every way.

The corn was grown by Anton Beckon of Deronda and was taken from the field grown for him for seed. Mr. Beckon has become famous for his seed corn and has developed this crop until he is considered a leader among seed corn growers.

Burman and Dalberg have handled this seed for a number of years.

Finest Trout This Year P. C. Amundson and Col. Henry Johnson brought in a beautiful catch of speckled trout this morning.

Col. Johnson landed the finest specimen brought to this city this year, a beautifully marked brook trout, fourteen inches long.

It has been entered in Burman & Dalberg’s game and fish contest.

80 Years Ago July 21, 1938 Lien New Principal Daryl Lien, athletic coach and science teacher at Amery High School until a year ago when he left school to accept a responsible position with the Eastern Minnesota Power Corp. at Pine City, was named Monday night as principal of the Amery schools, at a special meeting of the board of education. He will assume his new duties August 1.

Mr. Lien is familiar with local situations and problems, completed 8 years of successful teaching at the high school and a year of successful work with the power company. He succeeds L. Heinsohn, who resigned 2 weeks ago.

Mr. Lien, a graduate of St. Olaf College, has taken work towards, his master’s degree.

In taking his new job, Mr. Lien returns to the work, which he prepared himself for.

75 Years Ago August 5, 1943 Impossible to Meet Demand for Tires The tire shortage has devel-

oped to such a degree that it has been and will be impossible to meet the demands of applicants. The quota has been small for July on Grade 1, and even Grade 3 has been held up to the last. A substantial increase in this grade has been received in the final distribution of the district quota.

This increased quota of Grade 3 has been awarded to those whose applications show the greatest need. Even though the applicant receiving this Grade 3 certificate is entitled to a Grade 1 tire, he has been given this grade 3 certificate as the grade one tire is impossible to get.

Gas Shortage Developing We are told that a shortage is developing in gasoline as well as in tires. Also another factor enters into the program.

It is essential that the vehicle be kept to essential needs in order to maintain and keep the vehicle itself on the road.

Parts are becoming hard to procure and will be worse as time goes on. Therefore, applicants must prove their need or no ration will be granted.

70 Years Ago August 5, 1948 Osceola Formerly Called Bluffville Among some of the interesting sidelights on Polk County ancient history that have come to light during this Centennial year is that Osceola village was once known as Bluffville.

A plat was made of the village of Bluffville on a survey made by Willam M. Blanding, surveyor of St. Croix Falls and the plat was recorded in the Register of Deed’s office under the date of October 28, 1858.

Osceola came nearly being named LeRoy and was known as such in honor of LeRoy Hubbell reputed to be the first farmer in that vicinity. Later this was changed to Osceola named after a Seminole Indian chief of Florida. Then, because of its early gristmill and sawmills, it was called Osceola Mills for several years until

From all reports it now appears that Highway “46” should be readied sometime between now and when the snow flies.

In a conversation with County Highway Commissioner Art Lundmark it was learned this week that the county has accepted the contract to oil the road on completion of the graveling, which is now in progress.

The new county highway “F” approach to Amery from the east will begin in the spring according to present plans.

The bridge contract on that particular project has been let to the Kimmes Construction Company and must be completed before the county moves in to construct the road along Broadway Street.

35 Years Ago July 26, 1983 Summer Storm Topples Trees and Destroys Property Hundred-year-old trees first swayed and then snapped. Hot moist air during late June and much of July has caused those giant cumulonimbus clouds to dance upward, sometimes reaching 50,000 feet. These thunderheads have, on occasion, erupted with great fury as witnessed on July 19.

Early Tuesday afternoon, thunderstorm watch alerts were posted and Twin City weather forecasters started coming on the air several times an hour with storm updates. Wide areas of east central Minnesota and western Wisconsin were told to prepare for winds, which could reach 80 mph.

By 4:30 p.m., the rapidly moving front was pelting western Polk County. By 5 p.m. electricity no longer flowed to Amery.

Power to some homes in the city would not be restored until Thursday afternoon.

Downed trees and tree limbs were everywhere. Before the rain subsided, chainsaws buzzed through trees and limbs to free captive homes and vehicles.

Sheriff Ken Madsen said his office had no reports of injury from the storm. He said much of the damage in the area resulted from a recently identified “straight-line wind” called a downburst. In severe thunderstorms, according to Madsen, straight winds travel vertically in the clouds. Wind velocity at 30 or 40 feet above the ground can be twice as high as that measured on the ground, said the sheriff.

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Polk County will expand 4-H services

BY SUZANNE LINDGREN EDITOR@OSCEOLASUN.COM

Polk County Board members last week authorized an expansion of 4-H program services administered through the University of Wisconsin— Extension office.

The expansion will take the form of a full-time 4-H coordinator shared with St. Croix County. To fund its part, Polk County will eliminate an existing part-time support position in the UW—Extension office.

“4-H is a really large program here in Polk County, and very well maintained,” said Kristen Bruder, UW— Extension area director. “We could use more youth development and support in this community. [A 4-H coordi-

nator] would help free up the youth development educator to do the youth development work that’s needed in the community.”

“The 4-H program being as large and robust as it is, there isn’t time for our educators to do more than 4-H programs,” she continued. “So we’re really looking at how do we expand our 4-H program […] and how can we work with other youth in the county on some of the issues we have here in Polk County.”

According to Bruder, Polk County has 23 community clubs, 673 4-H club members, 275 adult volunteers and about 40 newly trained volunteers.

“Given the population, you have a large 4-H program,” Bruder said. “What we would look at doing with this posi-

tion is coordinate the efforts within the 4-H club to create efficiencies across two counties, a lot of that in 4-H online.”

According to the Environmental Services Committee, which recommended the new policy, 4-H “provides considerable value to the Polk County community with youth project educational opportunities, leadership and citizenship, youth safety programs and volunteer development.”

The change will take place at the end of this year, when the county will eliminate the 0.8 support position and shift funding to the 4-H coordinator position.

Other county board business • The board requested that

the county administrator develop a plan for a methamphetamine treatment program and facility. The program would keep users in custody while completing treatment. More coverage is planned in the Sun and Amery Free Press.

• The board voted to make the Polk County Criminal Justice Collaboration Council, currently an independent nonprofit organization, a county program. More coverage is planned in the Sun and Amery Free Press.

• District 10 Supervisor Larry Jepsen (Osceola) announced that he was recently elected president of West CAP, an organization working against poverty in west central Wisconsin.

• Sara McCurdy, director of

the county’s Land Information Office, retired. County surveyor Steve Geiger was appointed interim land information director on July 17.

• County staff are beginning to draft the 2019 budget.

• A lease agreement was authorized with AT&T for a telecommunications tower on county forest land. The company will pay $500 a month with 2 percent annual escalation.

• A resolution proposing closure of the county’s lime quarry was sent to the Environmental Services Committee.

• The board denied a claim against the county’s board of adjustment seeking reversal of that board’s decision to grant a conditional use permit to a business.

County explores notion of meth treatment program

BY SUZANNE LINDGREN EDITOR@OSCEOLASUN.COM

COURTESY POLK COUNTY

The Polk County Highway Department nears completion July 27. The department crew anticipates and August 13 move in.

County highway department building nearly finished Plan to move in on August 13

BY SUZANNE LINDGREN EDITOR@OSCEOLASUN.COM

Polk County’s highway crew is expected to move into the department’s new headquarters August 13.

Polk County Highway Department Commissioner Moe Norby reported in late July that final details are coming together on schedule. The fuel stations are ready for fuel. The crew’s lockers have been installed and furniture is coming in. A second lift of asphalt was laid in the lot. Tim-

bers were up in the salt shed.

On schedule, under budget Although unexpected costs prompted the county to spend more than it initially set aside for contingencies, savings in other areas of the project mean overall costs remain under the $11.9 million budget.

July 17, a change order for $110,670 in county labor and materials was ratified and counted as a construction contingency cost in the project budget. Another $1,051 of contingency funds were approved for the Bishop

building remodel.

To offset the changes, $173,700 in unspent project funds, saved over the course of the project through value engineering and change orders, was applied to the construction contingency fund.

The board awarded bids to Sunrise Lawns for landscaping at the site, CWS Security for low voltage work, and Haas Sons for demolition of the old garage. All awards were under budgeted spending limits.

Polk County could create a program to treat methamphetamine users as early as next year.

On July 17, the county board formally requested that the county administrator develop a plan for a treatment program and facility to house methamphetamine users while they complete treatment. The request asks the administrator to look at costs associated with such a program and possible sources of funding, prior to setting the 2019 budget.

The initiative is a response to recent reporting by a Twin Cities news outlet about meth-related crime in Polk County.

“Meth adversely impacts all who live and work in the county and use has been reported as being involved in nearly all crime, the county board said in its resolution to initiate planning for the meth program.”

The Sun, Amery Free Press and other area newspapers have also been covering the issue for years.

Criminal Justice Collaborating Council The county board passed another policy in July meant to prevent crime, bringing the Criminal Justice Collaborating Council under its auspices as a county program.

The council, currently a nonprofit organization operating independently of the county, has established several programs designed to help repeat offenders and, if needed, address underlying mental health needs.

In partnership with officials and employees of state, tribal and local agencies, the CJCC has developed a drug treatment court, restorative justice program and diversion program. The programs prevent violence and drug use, free up the courts and mitigate jail costs.

Judges and other stakeholders in the CJCC asked the county to bring the organization under its authority, making the organization eligible for more grant funding and, potentially, funding in the county budget starting next year.

The county administrator will make a recommendation in the 2019 operating budget regarding funding to staff and operate the initiative.

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Call the church office for details 715-268-9218 APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY, 942 Hwy. 8, Amery Justin Hosking, pastor Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages; 10:15 a.m.

Coffee & Fellowship; 10:30 a.m. Morning Worship.

Wednesday: 10 a.m. Men’s Bible Study.

BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery, Dan Watland, pastor Sunday, Aug. 5: 9:30 a.m. Birthday Sunday; 10:15 a.m.

Holy worship.

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: 9:45 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, Aug. 1: 7 p.m. Money Management.

Thursday, Aug. 2: Valleyfair for Youth Group; 9:30 a.m.

Local Communions; 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall open; 5 p.m. Women’s Bible Study.

Friday, Aug. 3: 8:30 a.m. Distant Communions; 9:30 a.m.

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Sunday, Aug. 5: 10 a.m. Worship/Communion; 11:15 a.m.

Christian Education meeting; 11:15 a.m. Diaconate meeting; 11:15 a.m. Trustee meeting.

Monday, Aug. 6: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall open; 7 pm.

Boy Scouts.

Tuesday, Aug. 7: 6:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 9:30 a.m.

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

DERONDA LUTHERAN, 1239 65th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Thursday Aug. 2: 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Summer Stretch to Valleyfair.

Sunday, Aug. 5: 9:30 a.m. NUIC Worship with Holy Communion at Little Falls; 5:30 p.m. Softball.

Tuesday, Aug. 7: 10 a.m. Staff meeting at Trinity.

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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 Sunday, Aug. 5: 10 a.m. Worship.

Monday, Aug. 6: 9 a.m. Weeding at Labyrinth.

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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 Discovery Land for children are provided during Worship service.

Small groups meet throughout the week. Contact the church office for further details.

Recharge for Middle and High School students, 6 p.m. every Wednesday.

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, Dan Watland, pastor Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Worship.

Holy Communion 2nd and 3rd Sundays.

Council 3rd Tuesday at 6 p.m.

FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 301 1st Ave. East (across from public beach on Co. Rd. I)Balsam Lake, 715-4853800, Diane Norstad, pastor Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday worship; Communion first and last Sunday.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. J.A.M. (Jesus & Me).

FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 134 Prentice St. S, Clayton Margaret Grant, pastor Sunday: 9 a.m. Sunday school; 9:45 a.m. Worship; 10:45 a.m. Fellowship.

Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 p.m.

Mission Quilting Tuesdays 9 a.m.

Wednesday evening service 7:15-7:45 p.m.

FIRST LUTHERAN, 240 Elm St., Amery Tim Bjorge, pastor Wednesday, Aug. 1: 7 p.m. Youth Lock-in.

Thursday, Aug. 2: Youth to Valleyfair; 8 a.m. Bible Study here; 8:30 a.m. Quilters; 7 p.m. Al Anon.

Saturday, Aug. 4: 9 a.m. WELCA Fall Day of Renewal at Our Savior’s; 11 a.m. Luther Point Quilt Auction.

Sunday, Aug. 5: 9 a.m. Worship.

FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Saturday, Aug. 4: 7 a.m. Men’s Bible Study.

Sunday, Aug. 5: 8:30 a.m. Contemporary worship with communion; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship; 10 a.m. Traditional worship with communion; 11 a.m. Fellowship.

Monday, Aug. 6: 7 p.m. Compassionate Friends meeting.

Tuesday, Aug. 7: 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: 11 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 Pastor Diane House 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, Ellery W. Groth, pastor 715-491-4330 Sunday service 10:15 a.m.

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

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

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

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

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

JOURNEY CHURCH, 131 Broadway St., Amery Derek Downs, Lead Pastor 715-268-2223 www.journeychurch.city Sunday: Worship service 9-10:15 a.m.; SS for all ages from 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Wednesday activities are off until fall.

Saturday: 7-8 a.m. Men’s Bible Study at the Journey Church Teen Center.

LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN, 1272 44th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Thursday Aug. 2: 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Summer Stretch to Valleyfair; 9 a.m. LF Quilting.

Sunday, Aug. 5: 9:30 a.m. NUIC Worship with Holy Communion at Little Falls; 5:30 p.m. Softball.

Tuesday, Aug. 7: 9 a.m. LF Quilting; 10 a.m. Staff meeting at Trinity.

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

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

MENNONITE CHURCH, 1681 6 1/2 St., Co. Hwy. P North, Almena, 715-357-3321 Sunday: 10 a.m. Sunday school, all ages; 10:45 a.m. Sunday worship service; 7:30 p.m. Sunday evening service.

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

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“You are the ones who justify yourselves in the eyes of others, but God knows your hearts.

What people value highly is detestable in God’s sight.”

—Luke 6:15 NIV

ow much of our daily speech is devoted to justifying ourselves to others, explaining why we did something or trying to correct possible misunderstandings? We really should stop justifying ourselves. If others think poorly of us, so be it. Self-justification is an ego trip and is almost always an attempt to salvage our pride or manipulate others into thinking well of us. Others are usually not thinking enough about us for there to be a need to justify ourselves; they are busy thinking of themselves! Keep things simple, and let your yes be yes and your no be no.

Perhaps the best example of this was how Jesus responded to Pilate’s questions, when he knew that his very life was at stake. (Matthew 27:11-14) He wasn’t quick to justify Himself and appeared to not even defend himself. Others may tear you down and go to great lengths to damage your reputation or assassinate your character, but trust that God knows the truth, and you won’t need to justify your motives to Him. He knows the truth and sees your heart more clearly than even you do.

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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, pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. Worship.

Tuesday: 6:30 p.m. Prayer.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Youth; 7 p.m. Adult Bible.

OTTERCREEK CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP, Glenwood City Civic Center, Jason Taylor, pastor Sunday: 10:30 a.m. Worship; Children’s church, childcare provided.

Wednesday Night Prayer.

OUR LADY OF THE LAKES CATHOLIC, Balsam Lake Father Eugene Murphy, pastor Masses: Saturday 6 p.m., Sunday 8:30 a.m.

OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN, 217 Deronda St., Amery Keith Ruehlow, pastor Wednesday, Aug. 1: 12 p.m. Table Talk Men; 5:30 p.m.

Youth BRB; 6:15 p.m. Evening Prayer.

Thursday, Aug. 2: 8:30 a.m. Bible Study.

Saturday, Aug. 4: 8 a.m. Apple River Women of the ELCA. Sunday, Aug. 5: 9 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion.

Tuesday, Aug. 7: 1 p.m. Quilting.

PRAIRIEVIEW COVENANT, 1396 210th Ave. (2 miles north of New Richmond on 65) Tim Coyer, pastor www.prairieviewchurch.net Sunday: Sunday School 9 a.m.; Worship 10 a.m., Nursery care available; Coffee/fellowship after worship service.

Wednesday: Family Night, Worship/Groups for all ages 6-7:30 p.m.

REDEEMER LUTHERAN, 600 S. Keller Ave., Amery Tom Hahn, pastor Wednesday, Aug. 1: 12 p.m. Ladies Aid picnic at the Henck’s.

Sunday, Aug. 5: 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.

Wednesday nights: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Adult Bible Study and Prayer; Kids Club, Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group (Sept.-May).

A variety of small groups (AA, men’s & women’s) are also held throughout the week.

ST. BARNABAS EPISCOPAL, 365 5th St., Clear Lake, Rev. Geri E. Sola Sunday: 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:15 a.m. Worship.

Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sunday at 10:15 a.m.

Morning Prayer 2nd and 4th Sunday at 10:15 ST. CROIX UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP, 201 N. Adams, St. Croix Falls www.scuuf.org Sunday: 10 a.m. First three Sundays.

ST. JOHN’S CATHOLIC, Clear Lake, Fr. John Long, pastor Mass: 8 a.m. Wednesday.

Mass: 8 a.m. Thursday.

Mass: 8:30 a.m. Sunday.

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC, 1050 Keller Ave. N, Amery Father Eugene Murphy 715-268-7717 www.stjosephamery.org Weekly Mass, Communion service schedule: Saturday 4 p.m. Mass.

Sunday 10:30 a.m. Mass.

Tuesday 9 a.m. Communion Service.

Wednesday 9 a.m. Mass.

Thursday: 1st, 2nd and 3rd Thursdays, Communion Service is held at local nursing homes.

Friday 9 a.m. Communion Service.

Special events: Wednesday, Aug. 1: Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick; Sunday, Aug. 5: Donut Sunday hosted

by Music Ministry ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor Sunday, Aug. 5: 8 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion; 9 a.m. Fellowship.

Tuesday, Aug. 7: 1 p.m. Bible Study.

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor Sunday, Aug. 5: 9 a.m. Fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion; 10:30 a.m. Ladies Meet; 10:30 a.m.

Confirmation.

Monday, Aug. 6: Pastor visiting shut-ins.

Tuesday, Aug. 7: Pastor visiting shut-ins; 6:30 p.m. Bible Study.

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST, 76 20th Ave., Clear Lake John Redlich, pastor 715-645-2230; Head Elder Paul Hasman 715-671-3697 Saturday Services: Adult and Children’s Bible Study 9:30 a.m.; Church 11 a.m.

Midweek Service: Wednesday 7 p.m. Call Head Elder for location in winter months.

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS (Mormons), 644 S. 6th St., Barron Chapel 715-537-3679 Bishop Kenneth Konesky 715-7190283 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 Thursday Aug. 2: 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Summer Stretch to Valleyfair.

Sunday, Aug. 5: 9:30 a.m. NUIC Worship with Holy Communion at Little Falls; 5:30 p.m. Softball.

Tuesday, Aug. 7: 10 a.m. Staff meeting at Trinity.

See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.trinity lutheranchurchofamery.com UNITED COVENANT, 348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake Dan Pearson, pastor Wednesday, Aug. 1: 10 a.m. Carnival meeting.

Thursday, Aug. 2: MUUUCE. Friday, Aug. 3: MUUUCE. Saturday, Aug. 4: MUUUCE. Sunday, Aug. 5: 9 a.m. Worship Team 1; 9 a.m. Informational meeting; 10 a.m. Worship service with communion; 6:45 p.m. Church softball game.

Tuesday, Aug. 7: 8 am. Sweet Hour of Prayer; 6:30 p.m.

Leadership Team meeting.

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

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

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

WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, ELCA, 447 180th St., Osceola, Rexford D. Brandt, pastor Sunday, Aug. 5: 9 a.m. Worship service; Coffee fellowship follows.

WORD OF LIFE FELLOWSHIP, Clear Lake Patricia and Harlen Wienke, pastors Sunday: 10 a.m. Worship.

Tuesday: 9 a.m. Healing Rooms by appointment.

Wednesday: 7 p.m. Adult Bible Study.

Call Bette at the Amery Free Press 715-268-8101 with corrections or additions to the church listings belmer@theameryfreepress.com

Richard N. Elbaor It is with much sadness that the family of Richard Elbaor announces his passing from this life into the presence of our Savior and reuniting with his wife, Teresa and many others who have passed before him.

Richard Norber Elbaor was born on March 17, 1929 in East Chicago, Indiana to Alexander (Otto) and Helen (Perz) Elbaor. He enlisted in the Army in 1945 at the age of 16 to help in the war effort, but when his age was found out, he was sent home. He then enlisted again in the Navy at the age of 18, serving his country for 20 years during post World War II, the Korean and Vietnam Conflicts.

Richard was married to Teresa Clara Juran in a civil ceremony on October 28, 1950 at Falls Church, Virginia, and had their marriage blessed in a Rite of the Catholic Church on July 14, 1951 at Arlington, Virginia. To their union 4 children were born: Richard, Rodney, Rita and Rene’.

Richard was stationed at Great Lakes, IL, San Diego, CA, Quantico, VA and aboard the ship, USS Wright and submarine duty, programming computers. He received several awards for Good Conduct and the National Defense Service medal. He retired in 1968 and made Amery, WI their home. He and wife, Teresa, spent the next 35 plus years traveling with family and friends and wintering in Texas.

Richard is preceded in death by his mother and father, his wife, Teresa, and brothers, Leonard and Alexander.

Left to mourn are his children; Richard, Rodney, Rita (Ed Bailey) and Rene’ (Gary Tendrup). His 4 grandchildren, Dale (Becky) Bailey, Kate (Jeremy) Keeble, David (Sarah) Bailey, and Jessica (Brian) Hicks. He was also blessed with 9 great-grandchildren and one more on the way. He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family.

Richard has requested to be entombed with his wife Teresa at the North West Veterans National Cemetery in Spooner, Wisconsin. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the Amery VFW Post 7929 at 730 Wisconsin Ave, Amery, WI, Amery Memory Care, Amery, WI or East Lincoln Alliance Church Benevolent fund.

Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, August 2, 2018 at the East Lincoln Alliance Church with Pastor Randy Schussman officiating.

Visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. on Wednesday at the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 222 Harriman Avenue North Amery, Wisconsin.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 222 Harriman Avenue North, Amery, Wisconsin 54001.

To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute please visit www.williamsonwhite.com

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Stacey Ann Robb passed away on July 27th, 2018 at the age of 44.

Born in Prince Edward Island, Canada, on September 13th, 1973 to Sally Gehrman and Percy William Wingate III. Stacey spent her childhood in the Star Prairie/ Deer Park area playing on the farm with her siblings, cousins, and friends. She graduated from Amery High School.

She married Keven Pearson and together they had 3 beautiful girls- Miranda, Hannah, and Lindsey.

Stacey went on to pursue her dreams and enrolled in Nursing School at WITC-New Richmond. With much dedication, she received her degree.

After her marriage to Keven dissolved, Stacey later went on to marry her best friend, Ronald Robb. She married Ron on December 16th, 2006 and they made their home in Amery.

For many years, Stacey worked as a Registered Nurse at the Oak Park Heights Prison. She was a very compassionate person who had a special gift of caring for people.

Stacey enjoyed arts and crafts, gardening, cooking, being outdoors, and animals. She cared for pets big and small, but her pride was her horses and her 4 German Shepards. While Stacey enjoyed all of these things, what she loved to do the most was spend time with her husband, 3 daughters, and 2 grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her Grandfather, Milton (Hank) Gehrman.

Survivors are her Grandmother- Shirley Gehrman, Mother- Sally Gehrman Faughn, her husband- Ronald Robb, Daughters- Miranda, Hannah, and Lindsey, Grandsons- Carter and Cayden, Siblings- Kelsey Wingate, Darcy Butzler, Erin (Reggie) Schleusner, and Andrew (Danielle) Butzler. Stacey leaves behind a countless number of people who love her dearly. Many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins along with numerous caring friends.

Funeral services will take place at 11:00 am on Wednesday, August 1, 2018 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Deer Park, Wisconsin. A visitation will be held from 4 to 7 pm on Tuesday, July 31, 2018 at the Williamson-White Funeral Home in Amery. A visitation will also be held the hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will take place at Calvary Cemetery at a later date.

Arrangements were entrusted to the WilliamsonWhite Funeral Home and Cremation Services 222 Harriman Avenue North, Amery, Wisconsin 54001.

To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute please visit www.williamsonwhite.com

Max Joseph Cunningham, age 8 of Dresser, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2018 at his residence. He was born on July 15, 2010 in St. Paul, Minnesota to parents Todd and Stacey Cunningham.

Max is survived by his parents Todd and Stacey; sister Olivia; grandparents Mike and Cheri Cunningham and John and Kathy Carlisle; great grandmother Arbutus Shalander; aunts and uncles: Chad Cunningham, Michael and Jenny Cunningham, Stephanie LeDuc, Kristen and Nic Uilk, Dan Carlisle and Tijah Bumgarner; cousins Wyatt, Cole, Navin, Chloe, Luella, Leona, Violet, and Isaiah; and many other family and friends.

Max was a miracle and a blessing from God. Anyone that was fortunate enough to know him experienced true joy and happiness in his presence. Even though Max couldn’t speak, he let his light shine for all to see. Max taught his family through his bright smile, contagious laugh, love for everyone he met, and strength through many trials. In his short time on earth, Max touched more lives than most do in a lifetime. Max is now free from pain and earthly struggles. He is running and dancing in heaven. May we all follow his example and “Live Life To The MAX” every day.

Funeral Service 5:00 p.m. Sunday, August 5, 2018 at Bethesda Lutheran Church, 1947 110th Ave., in Dresser, Wisconsin. Visitation will be held from 2:00 - 5:00 pm Saturday at the Grandstrand Funeral Home in Osceola, Wisconsin and one hour prior to the service at church. Interment will be held in the Bethesda Lutheran Cemetery in Dresser, Wisconsin. "Family requests casual attire- no suits and ties please. Max would want everyone to be themselves."

Condolences may be expressed online at www. grandstrandfh.com.

Candice Marie Swank, age 34, died at her residence in St. Paul, Minnesota on Monday, July 23, 2018. She is the daughter of Kim Swank, Amery, and Edward Swank, Weston. A family gathering will celebrate her life.

Candice was a 2002 graduate of Amery High School and a former queen candidate for Miss Amery.

She held an associate degree in business administration from WITC-New Richmond and recently completed bachelor degree requirements in Forensics psychology.

A talented artist and calligrapher, Candice, in recent years worked for a firm which prepares uniforms and retail apparel for the Minnesota Wild professional hockey team.

With that company, she also designed special clothing items for the Jacob Wetterling family following the resolution of his tragic disappearance.

She dreamed for a modeling career, but was beset with health issues as a teenager and cancer as a young adult. Yet, she was a popular subject for many photographers.

Candice was born on June 25, 1984 to the Swanks in Madison. She lived in many communities during her life among them Baldwin, Turtle Lake, Amery, New Richmond, Hudson, Washington, DC, Reedsburg and St. Paul.

She is survived by her parents; sister, Sandra Swank, Amery; half sister, Angelina Swank; grandparents, Orrin and Lea Cutler; Madison; niece, Alizsha; a nephew, Kamden Bentley James and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

In addition Candice will be remembered by her fiancé , Matt Jaques.

Private Family Services will be held at a later date.

To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute please visit www.williamsonwhite.com Arrangements were entrusted to the WilliamsonWhite Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 222 Harriman Avenue North Amery, Wisconsin 54001.

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IN MEMORIAM Jordan Michael Handrahan Gone But Not Forgotten 5-12-89 to 7-31-07

We would like to thank everyone that gave cards, gifts and well wishes and came to our 50th Anniversary party. A special thank you goes to our children for giving and organizing the party. We enjoyed every moment of the day.

Thank you again and God bless everyone.

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Even though it’s been 11 years, we miss you more than ever!

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Thomas Bergmann Sr. Oct. 27, 1952 - Aug. 6, 1998 20 years of Smiles and Tears, 20 years and you’re still not here.

We think, we thought, we all ponder and talk, Many days we wonder and walk.

Your name comes up many a day, Like “Dad” did this, “Dad” did that, or What do you think “Dad” would say?

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Amery Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation District The Amery Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation District Board will hold its quarterly meeting on August 14, 2018 in the Media Center (Library) of the Amery High School starting at 6:30 p.m.

I. Call Meeting to Order II. Approval of Agenda, Minutes of June 12, 2018 meeting, Treasurer’s Report III. Public Input IV. Old Business V. New Business VI. Adjourn Steve Schieffer, Chair

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Apple River Protection and Rehabilitation District (ARPRD) Annual Business Meeting Amery City Hall Council Room 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 18, 2018

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

Dennis Badman, Secretary WNAXLP

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on Tuesday, July 31, 2018, the Polk County Stower Seven Lakes and Cattail Trail Subcommittee will hold a public hearing at 6:00 pm at the Unity School (Performing Art Center) in Balsam Lake, WI, to receive comments on the proposed trail usage changes for the Stower Seven Lakes Trail and Cattail. The purpose of the hearing is to determine the uses of the Stower Seven Lakes Trail and Cattail Trail and complete the trail masterplans required by the state.

Previous meetings and trail plan drafts are available for viewing on www.co.polk.wi.us/parks. Interested parties have a right to appear before the committee to provide comment in verbal or written form concerning the proposed ordinance. Comments are limited to 3 minutes per person. In order to give a comment before the committee or turn in written comment individuals must sign in at the entrance door between 5:45 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. In addition, interested persons may submit written documentation concerning the proposed ordinance prior to the public hearing by directing the same to the Polk County Parks Department, 100 Polk County Plaza, Suite #10, Balsam Lake, WI 54810 or by e-mail at polk.recreation@co.polk.wi.us.

Documentation received before the public hearing will be presented to the Trail Subcommittee for receipt during the public hearing.

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1. Welcome to all ARPRD Residents 2. Call to order/ Set the agenda 3. Report the meeting notice was officially published in the Amery Free Press for 2 consecutive weeks and a notice and Newsletter has been sent to all residents 4. Approval of the Minutes of the 2017 Annual Business Meeting 5. Approval of the Treasurer’s Report...January 1, 2018 until July 31, 2018 6. Approval of the Audit Committee’s Report....January 1, 2018 until July 31, 2018 7. Reports: a. Weed Harvesting Team b. Clean Boats/ Clean Water Inspection Team c. Healthy Lakes Projects 2018 d. N.W. Wisconsin Lakes Conference on June 22, 2018 e. Payroll status and Workman’s Compensation Insurance f. PCLARS meeting on June 20, 2018 g. Water Quality Testing h. AIS Issues and Alerts i. Website...arprd.org 8. Action Items: a. Election of a Treasurer Board of Commissioners for years 2019, 2020, 2021 1. Billie Jo Schleusner nominee b. Approval of pursuing the following grants/ applications for 2019 1. Permission to harvest weeds 2. Healthy Lakes Shoreline Buffer Strips 3. Clean Boats Clean Water c. Approval of the proposed 2019 budget as recommended by the Board of Commissioners 9. Concerns 10. Positive Points 11. Recognition and Thank you’s a. Weed Harvesting Team b. CBCW Inspection Team c. Healthy Lakes Project Team d. Residents of ARPRD 12. Adjournment WNAXLP

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LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Notice and Order for Name Change Hearing Case. No. 18 CV 169 IN THE MATTER OF THE NAME CHANGE OF: Corbin James Liesch By (petitioner) Christopher Michael Johnson By (co-petitioner) Kirsten Marie Leisch NOTICE IS GIVEN: A petition was filed asking to change the name of the person listed above: From: Corbin James Leisch To: Corbin James Johnson Birth Certificate: Corbin James Liesch IT IS ORDERED: This petition will be heard in the Circuit Court of Polk County, State of Wisconsin, Judge Daniel Tolan, 1005 W. Main Street, Branch 1, Balsam Lake, WI 54810 on September 10, 2018, at 11 a.m.

If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call 715485-9299 at least ten (10) working days prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provide transportation.

IT IS FURTHER ORDERED: Notice of this hearing shall be given by publication as a Class 3 notice for three (3) weeks in a row prior to the date of the hearing in the Amery Free Press, a newspaper published in Polk County, State of Wisconsin.

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Wisconsin ordered to pay for gender reassignment surgeries MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A federal judge has ordered Wisconsin to pay for the gender reassignment surgery for two transgender Medicaid recipients.

The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports that Cody Flack and Sara Ann Makenzie filed a lawsuit in April, saying a state rule denying coverage for surgeries to treat gender dysphoria violates the Affordable Care Act and their right to equal protection.

U.S. District Judge

William Conley granted a preliminary injunction Wednesday barring enforcement of the rule. He suggested the injunction could be expanded to include any transgender Medicaid patient whose doctor recommends the surgery.

Attorney Rock Pledl says Flack could get his surgery in two or three weeks.

He says Makenzie may have to wait a few months because of her status on the paperwork process with an HMO.

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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 14, 2018 Spring Election votes cast for all offices and on all measures. All tests are open to the public.

City of Amery - Thursday, August 9, at 1:30 p.m.

City Municipal Council Room, 118 Center St. W, Amery Fran Duncanson, Clerk, 715-268-7486

Village of Clayton - Wednesday, August 8, at 4:30 p.m.

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

Village of Clear Lake - Wednesday, August 8, at 10 a.m.

Village Municipal Building, 350 4th Ave., Clear Lake Al Bannink, Clerk, 715-263-2157

Town of Alden - Wednesday, August 8, at 3 p.m.

Town Hall, 183 155th St., Star Prairie Wanda Heffron, Clerk, 715-248-7859

Town of Apple River - Thursday, August 2, at 1 p.m.

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Town Hall, 612 US Highway 8 (Range), Amery Arnie Peterson, Clerk, 715-268-7911

Town of Beaver - Thursday, August 9, at 6 p.m.

Town Hall, 1541 Cty. Hwy. T, Turtle Lake Wendy Coleman, Clerk, 715-986-4725

Packers report, eager to erase sting of 2017 season

BY GENARO C. ARMAS AP SPORTS WRITER

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The Green Bay Packers are jumping right into a midseason-like practice schedule in the first week of training camp.

Right back into a routine as they seek to erase the sting of an unusual season without the playoffs.

Players reported to camp Wednesday for physicals, with the first practice on Thursday. The franchise is also embarking on a yearlong celebration of its 100th anniversary.

“We just felt it was best that we get right into the in-season schedule.

There's routine and regularity that you chase each and every year because every one of your teams is different, every training camp is different,” coach Mike McCarthy said.

This one a little more so than usual for a team accustomed to making postseason runs.

The Packers' streak of eight straight playoff appearances ended with a 7-9 record last season. They were doomed by a collarbone injury to two-time MVP quarterback Aaron Rodgers and familiar problems on defense.

“We're looking forward to a healthy Aaron Rodgers,” general manager Brian Gutekunst said in addressing team shareholders on Wednesday night.

Gutekunst replaced Ted Thompson as GM in January. McCarthy brought in new coordinators on defense (Mike Pettine) and offense (Joe Philbin) among several coaching staff changes.

The Packers replenished the injury-ravaged cornerback group by taking Jaire Alexander and Josh Jackson with their first two draft picks, and bringing back veteran Tramon Williams. Receiver Jordy Nelson was cut in a cost-cutting move, while tight end Jimmy Graham was signed to bolster the passing attack.

“Well I think as you stand here today, and I don't think anybody cannot say this if they're just being totally honest and transparent, we all should be better for the negative experiences that we've encountered in the past,” McCarthy said.

McCarthy is entering his 13th year as Packers coach, having won the Super Bowl in the 2010 season. He received a one-year extension to his contract last year, extending him through 2019.

This might be a crucial season in

determining his long-term future in Green Bay. “You learn a lot in this business about the mistakes and the ability to overcome adversity and all those because, hey, this is going to be a rough ride to get to where we want to go, and when we get there it's going to take probably our best to get it done,” McCarthy said.

It starts with practices that begin at midday now, as opposed to recent camps that had field sessions beginning earlier in the morning.

The coach himself is an early-riser, having arrived at Lambeau at 5:40 a.m. on Wednesday. But some players had already beaten him to the stadium, having lined up already at the training room.

“I've never seen so many guys so excited to get their physicals before,” McCarthy said. “I think that's a record.”

HEADED INDOORS: The first team shareholders meeting to be held at night also became the first to be held from the stadium's media auditorium.

A threat of thunderstorms forced the Packers to change their plans. Fans were encouraged to watch the meeting on televisions on concourses or at the stadium restaurants.

The Packers are the only publicly-owned franchise in the NFL. Team president Mark Murphy reported about 5.9 million shares of stock held by more than 361,000 shareholders.

ANTHEM: Murphy expressed optimism that the league and NFL Players Association would reach agreement on a conduct policy for players during the national anthem. “We've had some good discussions with them,” he said. “I'm hopeful and optimistic we can reach a resolution.”

TV TIME: The Week 9 game at New England was the top matchup requested by each of the league's television partners this year, Murphy said. The prime-time game Nov. 4 will be televised on NBC. ROSTER MOVES: The team signed receivers Adonis Jennings and Kyle Lewis, while placing receiver Michael Clark and rookie guard Cole Madison on the reserve/did not report list.

Clark, who had four catches for 41 yards in two games last season, plans to retire after one NFL season. Madison, a fifth-round draft pick out of Washington State, is dealing with a personal matter.

Town of Black Brook - Tuesday, August 7, at 8 a.m.

Town Hall, 99 75th St., Clear Lake Sally Pickard, Clerk, 715-268-2926

Town of Clayton - Monday, August 6, at 6 p.m.

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

Town of Clear Lake - Tuesday, August 7, at 10 a.m.

Town Hall, 375 46th St., Clear Lake Janelle Johnson, Clerk, 715-948-2189

Town of Lincoln - Tuesday, August 7, at 10:30 a.m.

Town Hall, 661 85th St., Amery Stephanie Marciniak, Clerk, 715-268-4747

Town of Vance Creek - Monday, August 6, at 11 a.m.

Town Hall, 174 2nd Ave., Cty Hwy. A, Reeve Glennis Lynch, Clerk, 715-455-1432 WNAXLP

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Polk County Fair has something for everyone

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Cohen Jensen from St. Croix Falls does a pull up, with a little help.

Little Britches contestant Ellie Livingston is all smiles.

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This hard worker knows that keeping a path cleared in the barn for spectators is a must.

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The FFA tent gave young people an opportunity to play farm and learn more about the program.

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Projects celebrate accomplishments of 4-H

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Chase Prindle, Beaver Brook Badgers 4-H showing his Clover Buds Project.

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Wisconsin Honey Queen Hannah Sjosterm from Maiden Rock visted the fair on Sunday.

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Hailey Lungren, Jr. Judging Award. Leora Dueholm, Presenter. Katherine Elwood, Sr. Judging Award.

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Some sported terror on their faces, and some sported excited; but all had a good time riding the “Rock Star.”

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Archer Utke, Forest View 4-H puts his robot project through its paces.

Caleb Cox, of Centuria was the lucky finder of this years medallion at the Polk County Fair.

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Clear Lake students shoot and score This year the USA Clay Target League coordinated its first National shoot held in Mason Michigan, July 12th thru the 15th. Clear Lake High School had 7 Individual qualifiers and 5 of those 7 also qualified as a team. The students competed against 1397 other individual shooters and 175 teams representing 21 states.

Coaches Mark Harshman, Mark Pickard, and Cheryl Harshman attended the Nationals shoot where their athletes performed extremely well by shooting personal bests.

In the team competition CLHS finished tied for 79th in the qualification round but missed the Nationals final field cut of 80 by losing the tiebreaker criteria. During the qualification rounds CLHS had multiple perfect scores of 25; Ashton Duden with 3, Kierra Pickard, Wyatt Reindahl, Jack Peper, and Hunter Pickard all with 1. Hunter Pickard also posted a perfect full round of 50.

Hunter Pickard and Ashton Duden both posted a 97 of 100 to finish the individual qualification in the top 400 of the 1397 shooters, making it into the finals round.

National individual final results had Hunter Pickard finishing 171st overall with a score of 192 of 200 and Ashton

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Left to right: Shane Larson, Jack Peper, Kierra Pickard, Kenny Johnson, Hunter Pickard, Wyatt Reindahl, and Ashton Duden

Duden finishing 204th overall with a score of 191 of 200 also posting another perfect round score of 25.

Wyatt Reindahl finished 474 scoring 93/100 Kierra Pickard finished 577 scoring 92/100

Shane Larson finished 657 scoring 91/100 Kenny Johnson finished 783 scoring 89/100 Jack Peper finished 1080 scoring 83/100 The coaches could not be more proud of these individ-

uals for stepping onto the National stage and competing against 1397 other athletes from around the country, and performing at the level they did. They want to send a huge thank you to the parents for all the support and encour-

agement they provide not only to their athlete but to the other team members and the coaches.

Green Bay Packers says missing playoffs hurt bottom line GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The Green Bay Packers’ profit fell by nearly 50 percent in the last fiscal year as the team missed the playoffs for the first time in a decade.

President and CEO Mark Murphy said the outlook for the Packers remains strong as the NFL’s only publicly owned team released its 2018 financial statement on Monday. The Packers announced a profit from operations of $34.1 million, a steep decline from $65.4 million a year earlier.

Expenses soared 11.9 percent, from $376.1 million to $420.9 million, a byproduct of player salaries, coaching changes and travel costs. Revenue increased just 3.1 percent from $441.4 million to $454.9 million.

“The NFL continues to be very popular nationally,” Murphy said. “There’s been a lot talked about with ratings that have gone down, but, really, relative to ratings overall, the league remains very strong. The fan interest and support remain strong for

both the league and us. Our strong, stable financial position has allowed us to invest in the team through contracts for players and coaches, our facility, the stadium, the fan experience and community, and making sure the franchise stays strong for the future.”

Revenue from national sources rose by 4.9 percent, due to built-in increases in the national TV package.

Local revenue grew by a scant 0.8 percent. A 7-9 record - the team’s first losing season since 2008 - hurt the bottom line.

“This is the first year since 2008 that we were not in the playoffs, and I think that had an impact on us,” Murphy said. “We didn’t have a home playoff game and some of our visitation numbers were down a little bit. We don’t see that as a negative trend.”

The Packers made several big changes during the offseason. Murphy picked Brian Gutekunst to replace longtime general manager Ted

Thompson, and coach Mike McCarthy replaced defensive coordinator Dom Capers with Mike Pettine and offensive coordinator Edgar Bennett with Joe Philbin.

Plus, quarterback Aaron Rodgers will be back after missing half of last season with a broken collarbone.

Murphy said he senses a renewed level of enthusiasm from fans, with the team kicking off its 100th season with the start of training camp on July 26.

“Certainly, having Aaron healthy is a part of that, but I think some of the changes we’ve made coaching staff as well as the draft and players we’ve added, I think people are excited for the season,” Murphy said. “You add on top of that the 100 seasons, it should, knock on wood, be a good year.”

RODGERS WATCH Rodgers, who is under contract through the 2019 season, told NBC Sports over the weekend there is “some merit” in working out

a “nontraditional contractual agreement.” Murphy wouldn’t get into specifics but said: “Obviously, he’s an important player. He wants to be here and want him to be here. When both sides have a common interest, you get deals done.”

PLAYER PROTESTS

In May, league owners agreed to a policy that requires players to stand if they are on the field for the national anthem but allows them to stay in the locker room if they prefer. The NFL Players Association last week fi led a grievance against the league for imposing a policy that is “inconsistent” with the collective bargaining agreement and “infringes” on player rights. Murphy said he was hopeful of a resolution.

“I’ve had a lot of conversations with our players,” he said. “We really want to put the focus on the underlying issues and we realize our players are patriotic, they don’t disrespect the flag, they don’t disrespect the country.

We’re really looking at the underlying issues of racial discrimination, police brutality. We’ve had discussions with players about putting resources toward some of the causes.”

NEXT CBA Murphy said he also hopes the CBA, which will expire after the 2020 season, can be extended. He said the NFL doesn’t have the guaranteed money seen in NBA contracts, though “over the last 10 years or so, a higher percentage of the players’ money is guaranteed.”

“To me, the best thing about our collective bargaining agreement is the rookie pay is under control. We’ve got a system in place that I think is working well. More of the money is going to the veterans, who deserve it and have earned it. There were times under the old agreement that the highest paid players in the league were rookies at their positions, which was crazy.”

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COOKING WORLD These bars are not hard to make and tasty to eat.

Tidbit: Why fit in when you were born to stand out? (Dr. Seuss) Carolyn Lumsden 715-483-9738

This fruit salad is easy to make and can be refrigerated before it is served so you can make it a bit before you want to serve it to save a bit of time.

SO EASY FRUIT SALAD Combine in large bowl: 4 red or golden delicious apples, cored, partially peeled and cut into chunks 1 cup quartered red seedless or green grapes 1 cup fresh peaches or pears (or combination of them) 2-3 bananas, sliced 1 cup chopped celery 1/4 cup chopped pecans 1 cup mini marshmallows Combine and add to the above and stir lightly to mix together: 1 carton (8 oz.) frozen whipped topping, thawed 1/2 cup mayonaisse 1 tsp. vanilla 3 tsp. sugar Serve or chill until ready to serve. Serves 4-6.

SPECIAL LAYERED BARS Combine and mix well: 1/2 cup butter, melted 2 T. cocoa 3/4 cup flour 3/4 cup sugar 2 eggs 1 tsp. vanilla Put into a greased/sprayed 9x13” baking pan.

Bake at 350º for 15 minutes.

Sprinkle on top: 1/2 pkg. mini marshmallows Return to oven and bake for 3 more minutes or until puffed and melting together. Cool.

Melt together: 1 cup chocolate chips 1 cup peanut butter Add and combine: 1 cup Rice Krispies Spread this over the marshmallows. Chill for awhile then slice and eat.

Cucumbers are ready. Make these yummy freezer cucumber slices.

This is a nice pasta salad with vegetables.

FREEZER CUCUMBER SLICES Wash cukes well. Slice enough unpeeled cucumbers to make 7 cups. Put into large bowl and combine: The sliced cucumbers 1 cup chopped onion 2 T. salt 1 cup green bell pepper, chopped (less or optional if you wish) 1 cup sliced celery (less or optional if you wish) Combine in saucepan and bring to a boil: 1 cup apple cider vinegar 2 cups water 2 T. cooking oil When vinegar brine is cool, add to the vegetables.

Toss to coat well. Put into small freezer containers.

Date the containers. (Hint: these stay crisp and are very tasty.)

GARDEN PASTA SALAD Cook according to direction in 1 large pot: 1 cup shell macaroni (larger size) 1 cup twirl macaroni 1 cup elbow macaroni Drain in colander and rinse with cold water to cool quickly.

In large salad bowl, combine: The cooled pasta 1 medium red onion, cut into rings 1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped 1/2 cup celery, chopped 1 green bell pepper, cut into thin rings, then cut into pieces 1/2 cup chopped radishes 1/2 cup thinly sliced carrots (or grated) 3/4 cup ripe pitted olives 1/2 cup fresh herbs (combination of parsley, chives and tarragon) salt and pepper to taste Combine and toss to coat.

You can make this easy casserole using tuna.

VEGETABLE TUNA CASSEROLE Combine in saucepan, bring to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes: 1 - 1/2 cups diced carrots 1 - 1/2 cups sliced potatoes 1/2 cup onion slices Put into a 2 quart casserole.

Combine and put over the vegetables: 2 cups milk 4 T. flour 2 T. melted butter 1 tsp. salt 1 cup tuna, drained Sprinkle on top: 1 cup cornflakes or bread crumbs Bake at 350º for an hour or until bubbling. Serves 3-4.

Tips: If you’re making dumplings, use a few parsley flakes in the batter.

To make tastier fish fillets, try sprinkling some marjoram or tarragon on them and then fry/bake/ grill.

When making a peach pie, add just a bit of cinnamon to the ingredients.

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Olive Oil Dressing Combine and whisk well: 1/3 cup olive oil 3 T. apple cider vinegar 2 T. lemon juice 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tsp. dried oregano 3 tsp. sugar salt and pepper to taste Refrigerate until ready to serve. Just before serving, toss lightly again to coat everything with the dressing.

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Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Low Impact Aerobics, 10 am Alzheimers Group, 12:30 pm Bridge

Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Pool, 12:30 pm Knitting/Crochet, 12:30 pm Hand & Foot, 6 pm Duplicate Bridge 6:30 p.m. Bingo at the Amery VFW

Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Low Impact Aerobics, 9 am Mah Jong, 12 pm Bridge

-Saturdays on the Stower (this week Amery) 9 am-5 pm GDSI sponsored Charity Softball & Vendor Event at Jorgenson Fields 10 am Golden Age Manor Family Council meets on the Sun Porch 6 pm American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Polk & Burnett Counties Summerfest at Polk County Fairgrounds

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Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Pool, 9:30 am Quilting, 1 pm Wii Games, 1 pm Bridge, 5:30 pm Stamping/ Scrapping 5 pm National Night Out held at Michael Park and Central Street 6 pm Swedish Club meets at Wapogasset Park for potluck picnic

Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Low Impact Aerobics, 12:30 pm Bridge, 1 pm Cribbage 4-7 pm Pig Roast at Willow Ridge

Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Pool, 9 am Hand & Foot 2, 1:30 pm Knitting/Crochet, 12:30 pm Hand & Foot, 6 pm Duplicate Bridge 8:15 am Amery Housing Authority monthly board meeting at AHA office 6:30 pm Bingo at Amery VFW

Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Low Impact Aerobics, 9 am Mah Jong, 9:30 am Polish Poker, 12 pm Bridge, 12 pm Potluck, 1 pm Bingo 10 am HS Football Scrimmage at Cumberland

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Wisconsin Interstate Park Calendar of Events Wednesday, August 1, 10 - 11 am So… What’s so great about Potholes?

Take a hike with the Naturalist to discover a story of grit and strength.

Meet at the Pothole Trail sign.

Inspired by book to make a difference Seven year-old Camille Kastanek of Amery (pictured left) read “Alex and the Amazing Lemonade Stand.” The book is based on a true story about a little girl named Alex who realizes one person can have an impact on many people. After reading the book, Camille wanted to help others too. Many years ago, her older brother was in the Amery Hospital on his birthday and was given a stuffed animal during his stay. Camille wanted to make sure kids who stayed in the hospital received a stuffed animal just like her brother did, so she set up her own lemonade stand. Camille collected $59.06 and donated it to Amery Hospital & Clinic to help purchase stuffed animals. Proud mom, Jana Kastanek (pictured right), said Camille was inspired, came up with the idea on her own and then made it happen.

BIRTHS St. Croix Regional Medical Center St. Croix Falls Jovie Jolee Carey, 7 lbs. 2 ozs., born on July 19 to Kelsey and Beau Carey of Grantsburg.

Eleanor Jean Elfelt, 8 lbs. 7 ozs., born on July 23 to Kimberly and Benjamin Elfelt of Shafer, MN.

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Congregate Dining Meal Serving Times: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday at 11:30am Congregate Dining Locations in Polk County: Amery Congregational Church 715-268-6818 . 201 Harriman Ave North, Amery Milltown Community Center 715-825-5025. 301 2nd Ave SW, Milltown Meal sites are closed on Wednesdays unless otherwise specified. Menu subject to change without notice. Bread and milk offered with all meals.

Sirens and the Summer Song

By: Larry Phillipson 7-24-2018 From the hills and through the trees, The Siren song is carried by the breeze.

The Summer song is in the air, Listen, you can hear it everywhere.

Your imagination will carry you to lands across the sea, Where you will want to take some time and just Be. The seven Greek Sirens are singing their song, Can you hear them as they go traveling along?

Steaks and mushrooms are sizzling on the grill, It carries your spirits away and gives a thrill.

Soon we'll get a chance to share, The finality of the exotic, savory fare.

It will be sometime before the season is gone, We can still hear the Summer song.

The wildlife of Nature is in full gear, Before the end of Summer is here.

Larry Phillipson is a poet laureate of Amery, Wisconsin

Wednesday, August 1, Noon - 4pm Geo Nature Hunt: Silverbrook Trail Bring your GPS or smartphone and grab some coordinates (and bug spray) at the Ice Age Center. There will be six markers placed along the Silverbrook Trail (you can find these by using the coordinates you pick up at the Visitor Center). Designed to highlight areas along the trail that may otherwise be overlooked, the Geo Nature Hunt incorporates tracking, nature, and history.

Thursday, August 2, 9:30 - 10:30 am Nature Storytime Preschoolers and their caregivers join us for a nature story, activity, and snack. Meet at the Ice Age Center.

Friday, August 3, 4 - 5 pm Whose Scat is That?

Stop in at the Ice Age Center to learn about the different signs that animals leave behind.

Saturday, August 4, 1 - 3 pm Family Nature Day Join educators from across the state in a variety of outdoor activities to be held along the River Bottoms area.

Sunday, August 5, 10 am- 4 pm Scavenger Hunt Stop at the Ice Age Center to pick up

your scavenger hunt list—find them all, and you can pick up a small prize at the Front Desk.

Wednesday, August 8, 2 - 4 pm Beach House Fun Try your hand at hooking some fish in our Match Your Catch game, make “fish art”, or maybe you want to look for aquatic insects along the beach— all this (and more!) will be found at the Beach House by the Lake O’ the Dalles.

Thursday, August 9, 9:30 - 10:30 am Nature Storytime Preschoolers and their caregivers join us for a nature story, activity, and snack. Meet at the Ice Age Center.

Friday, August 10, 4 - 5pm Create your own Animal Puppet Visit the Ice Age Center to learn about animals that call the woods of Interstate Park their home—then make your very own animal puppet!

Saturday, August 11, 3 - 4 pm Pothole Trail Hike Hike on bluffs that were once under water and learn just how powerful water can be. Meet at the Pothole Trail sign.

Saturday, August 11, 8:30 - 10 pm Universe in the Park Join us at the Ice Age Center for a special presentation brought to us through the Astronomy Department from UW-Madison. Presentation will begin indoors, then—weather permitting— we will set up a telescope outside!

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HIGHER EDUCATION HONORS / ACCOLADES

Students receive Chancellor’s Award for spring term MENOMONIE, Wis. (July 23, 2018) - The following students from the area have received the University of Wisconsin-Stout Chancellor’s Award for the spring 2018 semester.

The award is presented to students who have a grade point average of 3.5 or above.

Amery, WI Ashley Simonson, BS hotel, restaurant and tourism, Sophomore Centuria, WI Rebecca Garvey, BS hotel, restaurant and tourism, Senior Cash Hickethier, BS business administration, Senior Raelin Sorensen, BS early childhood education, Sophomore Clayton, WI Kelsey Anderson, BS human development and family studies, Senior Ryan Curtis, BS professional communication and emerging media, Senior Joni Donath, BS vocational rehabilitation, Senior Carter Kindschy, BS applied science, Senior Clear Lake, WI Collin Kuhn, BS hotel, restaurant and tourism, Junior Dylan Schramski, BS engineering technology, Junior

Cushing, WI Sierra Thomfohrda, BS art education, Senior Dresser, WI Victoria Anderberg, BFA entertainment design, Sophomore Dillon Hopke, BS Mechanical Engineering, BS engineering technology, Senior Casey Mikl, BS business administration, Sophomore Johnathan Petherbridge, BS packaging, Sophomore Joshua Schaefer, BS computer engineering, Senior Frederic, WI Nicole Nelson, BS Health Wellness & Fitness, Sophomore Kyle Olson, BS technology education, Freshman Luck, WI Whitney Petersen, BS packaging, Senior Osceola, WI Jesse Bertram, BS hotel, restaurant and tourism, Senior Bailey Carlson, BS business administration, Senior Kelly Ellwanger, BS psychology, Junior Emily Rainer, BS human development and family studies, Junior Thomas Rosik, BS Computer Science, Senior Shelby Terhell, BS supply chain management, Senior Saint Croix Falls, WI Kierstyn Campbell, BFA interior design, Senior Matti Gerlach, BFA interior design, Senior Megan Kerkow, BS Environmental Science, Sopho-

more Joseph McMeekin, BS Graphic Communications, Sophomore Brenna Sullivan, BS Graphic Communications, Junior Turtle Lake, WI Andrew Davis, BS science education, Junior Holly Davis, BS human development and family studies, Senior

Local student named to Dean’s List at Drake University DES MOINES, Iowa (July 25, 2018) – The following local students have been named to the Dean’s List at Drake University. This academic honor is achieved by earning a GPA of 3.5 or higher during the Spring 2018 semester at Drake.

Luck, WI Tanner Nielsen

UW-Stevens Point spring graduates STEVENS POINT, Wis. (July 26, 2018) - The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point conferred degrees on nearly 1,300 graduates during the university’s spring commencement ceremonies on May 19, 2018.

Luck, WI Isabella Nelson, Bachelor of Science, Business-Mgmt, Business-Finance/Insurance/Real Estate Osceola, WI

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 800-642-1336 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.

Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Monday 7 p.m., Wednesday 10 a.m., Thursday 7 p.m., Friday 7 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m., Sunday 7 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. 715-781-4380 Jason.

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Tuesdays 7 p.m. at Clear Lake Community Center, VFW Room 123. 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 Hospital & Clinic, BirthDay Suites Waiting Room. Join at any time.

No charge.

The Baby Bistro: Breastfeeding Support Group.

This free support group encourages, helps and supports women before, during and after breastfeeding. Led by a certified breastfeeding counselor, who is also a registered nurse and a mother of four, attendees learn from, share with, and support other mothers who are breastfeeding. Pregnant women who are considering breastfeeding are strongly encouraged to attend. Every Wednesday from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Amery Hospital & Clinic, Boardroom, 2nd floor. No fee, no registration required, just stop by.

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.

Cancer, Grief & Depression Support Group. A support group to allow people to talk about their experiences with cancer, grief and depression as well as share mutual support to one another. Second Tuesday of every month at Amery Area Community Center at 1 p.m. You can join at any time and it is free and open to the public.

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 American 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 of the month at 10 a.m. in the east wing sunporch. GAM is Polk County’s longest operating longterm healthcare facility. The Family Council’s goal is to enhance the lives of the residents beyond what the staff normally does.

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.

GriefShare, a non-denominational special help seminar and support group for people experiencing the loss of a loved one is being held at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Amery on Thursdays from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

The church is located at 1050 Keller Ave. N. GriefShare features nationally recognized experts on grief recovery topics. Seminar sessions include “Is This Normal?” “The Challenges of Grief,” “Grief and Your Relationships,” “Why?” and “Guilt and Anger.” For more information call St. Joseph Catholic church at 715-268-7717.

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 Journey Church, 131 Broadway St., Amery, Mondays from 1:302:30 p.m. Contact Jen at 715-268-2223 with questions. (only meets during the school year.)

MOPS and MOMsnext (Mothers of Preschoolers) is a group for moms and their kids. Every mom who is pregnant or has a childat home is welcome, accepted, and challenged to meet her potential.

Better moms make a better world! For more info go to clmops@hotmail.com.

PEPTalk - P(arents)E(ncouraging)P(arents)... exists to encourage, support, and build up a community of homeschool families in Polk County, Wisconsin. We welcome all types of homeschooling families to check us out! PEPTalk activities happen throughout the month. For more information contact Jenn Dueholm, jenndueholm@yahoo.com or Wendy Dietrich, thedietrichs@amerytel.net. Like us on Facebook under PEPTalk.

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 Tuesdays 3:30-5 p.m. at the Balsam Lake Municipal Building (under the water tower), Balsam Lake. Contact Sheila 715-857-5892 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.

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

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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For the Month of August, artZ Gallery presents:

Botanical Prints, Culinary Photography and Pyrography by Three Local Artists Christine Manwiller is from Turtle Lake, Wisconsin, and attended the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire, graduating in 2014 with a Bachelor of Arts in Art History, with minors in Chemistry and Studio Art. She graduated in May 2018 with a Master of Fine Arts in Book Arts from the University of Iowa Center for the Book. Her final thesis involved researching and further developing the process of botanical contact printing, using leaves and flowers to create naturally dyed imagery on paper. The second part of her thesis was designing and making a collection of thirteen artist books using botanical contact prints and hand calligraphy. One of her thesis books is currently on display in the Guild of Book Workers “Formation” Show at the Minnesota Center for Book Arts in Minneapolis, MN. Her work is also part of the permanent collection of the University of Washington Special Collections, and the University of Iowa Special Collections. She will begin a Master of Arts in Book Conservation at the State University of New York College at Buffalo this fall.

“Nature has always been present in my life. When I was young, I spent long hours walking through the woods at my childhood home, collecting leaves, flowers, and rocks. This love of the natural world has become a large part of my artistic practice. Two years ago, I started experimenting with an image making process using plants and leaves pressed between papers to create naturally dyed imagery. This dyeing process intrigues me for many reasons. The print is made from a plant that is in a transitional state. No longer attached to a living plant, but not completely decomposed, the plant is used in a process that preserves a shadow of its appearance. These compositions

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reveal microscopic details of organic shapes, yet also form landscapes open to imagination. The remaining life of the organic material is captured by the print, arresting an otherwise fleeting moment. A certain amount of the printing process is controlled by: knowing the different printing processes, the effects of mordants, and the colors produced by each plant. However, the final images are varied as each plant and leaf is unique.”

Joan M. Prissel, having the luxury of relocating back to her hometown of Amery five years ago, developed an insatiable appetite to create still life images with my camera. “As a self-taught photographer I was drawn to the refined simplicity and vintage sophistication of culinary images inspired from our past and present. To look deeper within the images is to recall the hands

that worked tirelessly in the kitchen, to imagine the faces that studied the culinary tasks they would undertake, and their dreams or struggles of the time.”

Through the use of softly muted colors with culinary subject matter intertwined on natural surfaces, your mind is able to freely wander through the images and perhaps recall a kitchen memory of your very own. To absorb the simplicity of design and patina is to recall memories with those closest to us and provides the gift to create new culinary experiences. “When my photographs stir a memory, create pause for a deeper look, or simply generates a smile, I have succeeded with my image creation and am delighted you have taken this visual stroll back in time with me.” Joan’s work can be further

Amy LaVanier has drawn in pencil all of her life. Her love of animals and art developed together as she experimented with wood burning on slabs of wood. “I loved burning….the depth, the shading, the smell and feel of the wood.

I couldn’t experience it enough. Everything was new and exciting. Animals I never dreamed of, trees and landscapes, all appeared.”

Amy entered the local county fairs, as well as Washington and Ramsey Counties, and won first place. She was awarded second for carving with burning, and fourth places in wood burning at the Minnesota State Fair in 1994. She has sold her works at The Mall of America Ducks Unlimited store and also at the Rockler woodworking store, where she taught a wood burning class. While taking a class at artZ, Amy has been inspired to add acrylic ink to her wood pieces. “In a World of Hurt and a World of Love, A World of Beauty Exists…. I live to be a part of it.” artz Gallery is an artist owned and operated gallery, with changing monthly exhibits featuring member and guest artists. Artists who are interested in exhibiting can pick up application information at the Gallery or visit the website: www.artzgallery.org artZ Gallery is located at 208 North Keller Ave. in Amery, Wisconsin. Regular hours are Monday through Saturday, 10 –5:00.

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ARNELL MEMORIAL HUMANE SOCIETY When you live in rural Wisconsin with acres of land, it’s nice to have a big dog. They keep you company while you do chores. You can spot them over a snowdrift or in the tall grass. Big dogs chase away unwanted wildlife and tree varmints. They warn you when strangers come to visit. Something about a big dog in the yard is comforting. They are your best pal and ready for the days’ activities.

It just so happens that Arnell Humane Society has an abundance of Big Dogs for adoption. Our featured pet is Cody. He is a five year old Yellow Shepherd Mix with a big Shepherd bark with an tail wagging hello. He is focused when training and loves to work for treats. He is housetrained, walks nicely on leash, knows sit, down, and shake. Cody lived with another dog, cats and teenagers in his

previous home. He likes to play with toys thrown his way and in general, is ready to enjoy the day with enthusiasm. This guy would love a home in the country!

Clayton and Dawkins are younger, darker versions of Cody. They are 10 month old Black Shepherd Mixes, tall and lanky, full of puppy energy and spunk. These brothers grew up together but lost their home for a lack of proper living arrangements.

Clayton is the bigger brother at 77 pounds; Dawkins is 65 pounds.

They are playful with other dogs and would need an introduction to cats. They love to chase a ball and will usually drop it at your feet so you can throw it again.

These two are X Large puppies and would likely be too much for small children; they would do well with older children and adults. Clayton has a big dog Shepherd bark, outgoing and confident. Dawkins is his smaller, more gentle twin.

Both are great Big Dogs.

Sarah is a stocky, mid-size Big Dog. She is Australian Shepherd – Shepherd Mix; Black with Brindle legs and facial markings. Sarah is a force to be reckoned with. She is robust and outgoing. She can be dominant with other dogs and though she lived with another dog, she may do well in an only dog home. Sarah is beautiful, submissive and sweet with people. She would make a great farm dog.

Luna is a one year old Yellow Lab-Shepherd-Sight Hound Mix. She is very slender, tall and

gorgeous. She has a short creamy yellow coat, deep brown eyes and comical ears that aren’t sure which way they want to go. Luna walks well in a harness and is eager to please. She is a young dog that would do well with a steady hand and daily interactive companionship. Luna is reactive with other dogs and would most certainly chase a cat with bad intentions.

Kiley came to the shelter as a stray and was ultimately surrendered because her caregiver hoped we would find her a good home.

Kiley delivered a litter of puppies three months ago. She has now been spayed and is ready to start over. Kiley is a Black Lab-English Pointer Mix. She is one year old and wants to play; those puppies cut into her own puppy time. Kiley is sweet and med-large, 60 pounds.

She likes other dogs and wants to be a part of the fun. She is ready to learn.

Cutie is a “Big Girl.” She is St. Bernard-Bulldog Mix. At 98 pounds, she has a short Red and White coat with classic Bernard markings and the stocky build of a Bulldog. Cutie is four years old.

She is gentle and submissive, intimidated by small children and small dogs. She has the Big Dog bark with a dopey grin. Cutie would do well with older children and cats.

Cutie is a handsome female. She will turn heads.

Come get your Big Dog at Arnell.

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The Diminution of Summer's Song It's not what one distinctly sees.

The high reported less intense.

The low slips down a few degrees; Wetter dews and mists commence.

What was budding, blooms and falls; Ripening fruit on trees hangs high.

Birds flit in throngs with chirps and calls; Fledglings' hues intensify.

Anticipation has two sides; Will mosquitoes, timely, freeze?

Reminder every day provides Enough,we feel, for one at peace.

The season's gradual cycling down , Or teetering just on the edge, A night of crispness, droll old clown, Ignites the rough barberry hedge.

The groans, "Another scorching day."

Fade away, as we turn in.

Cool air brings rest to weary frames; Lulled sweetly, cricket's violin.

But watch. Just see the status quo, Now allowed to set the scene; The sly envoys of fall say, "go."

Color of flame replaces green.

Again, while we procrastinate, Another year moves to its peak, Slips in before delights abate; Both regret and welcome speak.

©08/21/2011 Carol Morfitt Welch

AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY

Summer Activities at the Amery Public Library Summer is here!

Get ready to read and learn all summer long with the Children’s 2018 Summer Learning Program at the Amery Area Public Library! Our theme this summer is "Libraries Rock!"

Stop by the library (or visit us online) anytime to register and sign up for awesome library programs! Here's what's coming up starting June 1st: Baby Storytime: Mondays, 10 AM Geared towards ages 0-2. Lots of singing and rhyming; moving and bouncing; books and games!

STEAM Days: Tuesdays, 1 PM Geared towards kids ages 6-12.

We'll be coding, breaking open our own geodes, making recycled instruments, and cooking! *Registration required for cooking programs.

Kid's Yoga: Wednesdays, 10 AM Move your

body in a fun, themed class with local instructor, Soon Guenther!

Family Storytime: Wednesdays, 10:30 AM Geared towards ages 3-7, but all ages are welcome!

Based on the 5 components of early literacy: Read, Write, Talk, Sing, Play.

Thursday Performances: Thursdays, 1:30 PM at the Amery Intermediate School Cafeteria.

Snake Discovery, nature centers, music from all over the world, and more!

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten and Baby Book Bees. These ongoing early literacy initiatives encourage families to establish a strong foundation of reading in young children. Visit the library to sign up for the program that is right for your child.

Book discussion

group. The Friends of the Library Book Discussion Group meets on the third Monday of the month at 1:30 PM. The title for August is The Art of Hearing Heartbeats by Jan-Philipp Sendker Third Thursdays Crafting. Join us for another fun make-andtake craft project on Thursday, August 16th at 5:30 PM! We will be making Magazine Wall Art, check our website for images of the finished projects! No cost to attend, registration required to ensure a place in the class and supplies.

Visit our website for more information and to register.

Susan Apps-Bodilly: Meet beloved Wisconsin cookbook author Susan-Apps Bodilly as she talks about the latest book she and her father, Jerry Apps, have written.

She'll share slides and stories with us, and we'll share some samples from

the cookbook with you!

Saturday, August 11th at 11 am.

Lois Joy Hoffman: Come to the Amery Area Public Library on Saturday, August 18th at 10:30 AM to listen to author and CEO-turned navigator Lois Joy Hoffman talk about her sailing trip around the globe with her husband on a 43 foot catamaran! Lois lives during the summers in Balsam Lake, Wisconsin and is on a book tour for her final book in the trilogy about her experience sailing around the world.

Adult Summer Reading Program: Hello, Summer! Join the Amery Area Public Library's new summer reading program for adults.

Starting June 4th until August 11th, every time you read a book or listen to an audiobook you can enter to win one of our weekly prize drawings.

Congrats to Andrea, our Week Three winner!

Every entry is eligible for the Grand Prize drawing at the end of the program! Stop by the circulation desk (or visit us online) to register.

Books and Brews Meeting: Join us at Amery Ale Works, Thursday, August 2nd from 6-8 pm to discuss our most recent book selections: either the short story "Dear Life" or “Dimensions”, both by Nobel prize-winner Alice Munro. We have a large group so we'll break into smaller subgroups and spend a lovely summer evening enjoying food, drink, and books!

Book sales. The Friends of the Library Book Sale will be held on Thursday, August 2nd from 4:00-7:00 PM. “Friends of the Library” may shop early (from 3-4). The Book Sale will also be held Saturday, August 4th from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM.

Friends. The Friends of the Amery Area Public Library Foundation meets on the third Monday of the month at 4:30 PM. Meetings are open to all members and to the public.

E-books, e-audiobooks and digital magazines. Your MORE library card gives you access to the Overdrive collection of e-books, e-audiobooks, and streaming videos; the Freading collection of e-books; and the Flipster downloadable magazine collection.

Check out the website. Check out the library website at amerylibrary.org, or find us on Facebook at facebook. com/amerylibrary.

Hours. Library hours are Monday through Thursday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Friday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, and Saturday 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

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News War Cooper throws gauntlet at Hometown News Iris Long hadn’t slept much since Saturday night’s bowling match, where Raymond Cooper made the announcement concerning the first issue of his competing Columnist newspaper, The Valley Patriot, premiering Kevin Slimp Tuesday morning.

Iris knew Raymond “like the back of her hand,” and she was certain he was repaying her for supporting his opponent in the recent mayoral campaign.

Two days later, on Monday morning, Cooper not only appeared as the newest publisher in town after a sixweek absence, but also returned to his seat behind the microphone at Talk Radio 88.3, just in time to promote “the Valley’s new home for honest news.” Raymond told his listeners “their” newspaper could be picked up at several locations throughout the Valley including Farley Puckett’s True Value, Pratt’s General Store and, of course, in front of Talk Radio 88.3 on Main Street.

Raymond didn’t give any clues about the contents of his new paper, other than to remind listeners it would include the news they wanted to read, not topics “forced down their throats like nasty medicine,” obviously referring to The Hometown News.

Sitting in a booth at the Hoffbrau on Tuesday, Iris sipped coffee across from Juliet Stoughton. She could only imagine what The Patriot would include.

“I wonder what time it will come out,” Juliet pondered aloud.

“All he said was Tuesday morning,” her friend responded.

Iris was obviously worried. She confided in Juliet she had already lost three advertisers to Raymond’s paper.

“Apparently,” she told Juliet, “he’s almost giving ads away to anyone who agrees to move their accounts from The Hometown News to his rag.”

“There’s got to be something we can do,” offered Juliet. “He can’t get away with this. You know he’s just trying to get back at you after losing the election.”

Their conversation was interrupted when Sarah Hyden-Smith, pastor at Lennox Valley Methodist Church, came rushing in.

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“They’re out,” Sarah said in a nervous tone. She was carrying two copies of the paper. “I haven’t looked. I waited so we could look at it together.”

Sarah, Juliet and Iris had become close friends during the recent mayoral campaign. It was Juliet who dropped out of the campaign, clearing the path for “Silver Tongue” Dick Bland to win reelection. Anything was better, she believed, than seeing Raymond Cooper as mayor. It never dawned on her, or anyone else, Raymond would create a competing newspaper.

Sarah handed both folded copies of The Patriot to Iris, who opened them on the table amid the trio as Hoffbrau waitress Jessie joined them. There was momentary silence as all four gazed at the front page.

“Bland Steals Election” was emblazoned across the front page in 80-point type. Below was a photo of Iris Long speaking with Mayor Dick Bland during the final vote count just weeks earlier. It stretched across all six columns of the front page.

Two-thirds down the page was another headline, smaller than the first but still larger than most headlines in The Hometown News: “Cooper Vows to Lead Search for Missing Citizen.”

A Table of Contents in the bottomright corner hinted at what would follow on the inside pages.

Valley King Pins Report Opinion Page Church News Farley’s True Value Political Review Raymond’s Renderings Classifieds

That’s when all four readers saw it.

Iris sat, speechless, as if her eyes were playing tricks on her.

“I can’t believe it,” she muttered.

“Is that what I think it is?” Juliet said as she looked closer.

“Holy cow!” Jessie shouted, before catching herself.

“I can’t believe it,” Iris whispered again. “Rumor Has It with Maxine Miller.” She stopped to catch her breath before continuing, “Page eight.”

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Program brings Wisconsin women farmers together to network “Women make up one of the fastest growing groups of new farmers,” Kivirist told The Capital MONROE, Wis. (AP) Times . “But (there are) — Rain lashed the tops not a lot of resources of canvas pop-up shelfor those of us who don't ters and sturdy boots always do things by exsank several inches into pectations and rules, who the mud at the edge of a want to innovate and do Green County field on different things. Our best a stormy day in early resources are each other.” summer.

In Her Boots takes on Still, farmers Emily all kinds of issues, like and Brandi Harris were debt, permaculture, water smiling.

“I hope we maybe make conservation, outreach and growth. Kivirist friends, and we learn brings in representatives things, make connections,” Brandi Harris said from the USDA, the Wisconsin Farmers Union, as a group of women in rain jackets and baseball environmental experts and industry veterans. caps pulled camp chairs Women farmers expeinto a semi-circle under rience some of the same the canopy. “We're a pressures as their male small farm and we want counterparts, from the to help small farmers, price of milk to the cost women farmers.”

In late June, the Harris of equipment. Dairy cows don't take a day off, and couple hosted the first In good help is hard to find.

Her Boots event of sumThe Harrises haven't mer 2018 at their dairy taken a real vacation tofarm, Wylymar Farms. gether of any significant Forty-eight women had length in years, and Bransigned up, though the di Harris works a second weather kept a few of job at Blackhawk Technithem away. cal College in Monroe.

In Her Boots started Other challenges do in 2009, originally called disproportionately affect the MOSES Rural Womwomen. Jonnah Perkins, en's Project. The USDA estimates that women are part of the Vermont Valley Community Farm in the principal operators Blue Mounds, was quoted of about 14 percent of the in a New Food Economy farms in the U.S., and in story last month about total make up 30 percent of farmers in the country. balancing a baby and MOSES is short for Mid- work on a farm.

“Though lack of affordwest Organic & Sustainable, accessible child care able Education Service. is a problem for many The goal of In Her Boots American families . farm is to “provide training, parents can face unique outreach and a voice for challenges,” wrote Danwomen in organic and sustainable agriculture.” ielle Beurteaux. “They live in remote areas, In practice, this means where opportunities to workshops, networking hire help are slim. At opportunities and access the same time, agriculto resources related to ture's extreme seasonwomen and farming. ality makes scheduling The events' primary difficult; inconsistent organizer and promoter revenues can make regis Lisa Kivirist, who ular payments another with her family runs obstacle.

Inn Serendipity Bed & At Wylymar Farms, Breakfast and Farm in Emily and Brandi Harris Brontown, half an hour farm 162 acres off County south of Monroe. She's Road J, north of Monroe worked with MOSES for and east of Argyle. About eight years.

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60 acres serves as pasture for dairy cows, about 100 head at any given time.

On the rest of the land they grow organic hay and corn.

Brandi Harris spent her childhood “in town” in nearby Monroe, but Emily Harris is a legacy farmer. She grew up five miles down the road from Wylymar, where her family owns 540 acres, and learned from her grandfather, beef farmer Wyllie McMicken.

McMicken has been farming since the 1940s, but his granddaughter approached her fledgling dairy operation in a thoroughly contemporary way. Emily went to other dairy farms to learn techniques and then, while still in her 20s, she bought the first cows for her herd on Craigslist. She picked them up in a borrowed trailer.

“We change things all the time,” Emily Harris said. “The cows are pretty versatile.

“The thing I've learned in the past few years is how to not be scared to take things apart,” she added. “We try not to hire much done. We've gotten pretty crafty.”

Parts of the Harris farm, including the house and the barn, were built in the mid-1800s (there have been many additions since). Emily and Brandi Harris walked the group through the barn, full of wide-eyed Jersey calves, and out toward feeding areas where orange and white tabby cats curled beneath troughs in dry patches of hay.

Though the Harrises had plenty of wisdom to share, they're still wrestling with the industry's ups and downs. Currently all of Wylymar's milk goes to Emmi Roth, a cheese company in Monroe, for its organic cheese line.

BRIDGE Thursday Night Bridge 1st: Steve Wilhelm and Steve Sondreal 2nd: Gene and Judy Collier 3rd: (tie) Denny Psick and Butch Burke; Janet Burke and Judy Strobush

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The 2018 Polk County Fair is now in the history books The 2018 Polk County Fair is over already, and what a fair it was!

The weather was great…we even called it good sweatshirt weather.

The food was Pounding delicious…I did darn good at hitting almost the every food stand. On Pavement Monday I mentioned that I was going Pam Humpal through a pie withdrawal as I enjoyed a piece of pie each day of the fair. As you can tell from the attached picture, my grandsons and I enjoyed some yummy mini-donuts. And notice the bench we were sitting on…a bench that our family donated to the fair a couple of years ago in memory of my wonderful Mom & Dad, who loved the fair as much as I do.

All of the exhibitors did an awesome job with their projects and animals…

Congratulations on all your accomplishments.

The entertainment was wonderful from the magic show, to the Git Back band, to the Elvis show, to the Branch & Dean music plus everything else in-between.

Congratulations to the newly crowned Fairest of the Fair-Bailee Hallen, Fairest of the Fair Attendant-Danielle Tonnar, and Junior Fairest of the Fair-Makenna Lunzer, Junior Attendant-Kyra Cox. Spending 4 days(plus entry day)at the fair may sound like overload but it’s not at all…each day is just as much fun as the first. As you can tell from the fair pictures in this issue, there is always something exciting to get in on. On Sunday morning driving to the fair, I had to think about what I had not seen or done yet to make sure I took everything in

Branch & Dean performed great country music Saturday under the tent.

Gavin, Bentley, Graeme, Finn and me resting at the Fair.

before the fair ended.

Thank you to everyone who had a hand in the success of the annual Polk County Fair…the fair board, the many volunteers, the exhibitors and their families, and the list goes on and on.

The Polk County Fair is a top-notch fair, and we can be very proud of that fact!

find the name of their fish. *Turn your completed entry back into the businesses list above by August 10. *A random drawing of entries with the most correct will be held on August 17 at Music On The River.

This promotion is sponsored by the Amery Community Club. Thank you for supporting Amery businesses.

The Amery Police Department, the Amery Fire Department, and the Amery Area EMS welcome the public to join them for the annual NATIONAL NIGHT OUT celebration next Tuesday, August 7. It will be held in Michael Park along the river starting at 5pm. It is a great event to bring the community together.

Happy Birthday this week to my sister, Joanne, on August 1; my nephew-in-law, Tim, on August 4; my niece, Jackie, on August 6; and my brotherin-law, Paul, on August 7. Enjoy your special days!

Also, Happy Anniversary to my good friends, Jonzie and Rory, on August 4.

Have fun!

The Amery Fish Finder promotion in Amery continues. Here is what you do for your chance to win $100 Amery Scrip Money… *Pick up an entry form at the Amery Free Press, Bremer Bank, Chet Johnson Drug, Worn Again or WESTconsin Credit Union. *Visit the participating businesses to

It is very hard for me to think that this week is the beginning of August already. The Summer has just flown by!

Without saying that “s” word, it won’t be long before the teachers and kids are heading back to classrooms, so enjoy.

Have a great week…hugs are good, pass one on!

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Thursday, Aug. 2, 8-5 Friday, Aug. 3, 8-5 Saturday, Aug. 4, 9-12

A ‘WHAT NOT’ GARAGE SALE 515 Dickey Ave.

More events can be found on the Out & About page

(behind Golden Age Manor, Amery)

Melvin and Donna Arcand

Thursday Aug. 2, 8-5 Friday Aug. 3, 8-12

Clothing, recliner, swivel chair, oak shelves, plant stands, floral arrangements, baskets, purses, trinkets, much misc.

THINGS FOR MEN ALSO Absolutely no junk. Very clean!

Monthly Book Sale Thurs. Aug. 2, 4-7 Sat. Aug. 4, 9-2

OPEN HOUSE - Sunday, August 5, 2018 Amery Community Center, 608 Harriman Ave. S, Amery Noon to 3 p.m.

City of Lakes Open Golf Tournament

Recent acquisition - mountains of kids books, DVD’s

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Love Mom, Brothers, Big Sisters, Uncle Codie & family

9th Annual

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NASCAR FAMILY FUN! GATES OPEN AT 7AM - RACING RAIN OR SHINE!

50th Anniversary

65th Wedding Anniversary

AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY

Your donations of clean books, DVDs, CDs gratefully accepted.

(No smelly books, encyclopedias, Readers Digest, textbooks, VHS please)

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Keith & Rosie Flanum Saturday, Aug. 11 4-8 p.m.

Westside Restaurant Corner of Hwy. 63 & F Clear Lake

Sponsored by the Amery Lions Club

Monday, Aug. 6, 2018 Amery Golf Club, Amery $80 includes 18 holes & 1/2 cart, box lunch Prize Registration 9:30-10:15 am Hole-in-1 ery m Shotgun Start 10:30 am A from Chevrolet AWARDS TO FOLLOW GOLF Registration forms available at Amery Golf Club, amerylionsclub.org Amery Lions Club, P.O. Box 336, Amery, WI 54001 amerylionsclub@gmail.com

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“A Young Performers’ Concert” An evening featuring local student musicians performing in concert.

We promise you will be impressed!

Saturday, August 4 - 7:30 p.m.

The Northern Lakes Center for the Arts 113 Elm St. - Amery, Wisconsin - (715) 268-6811 Admission: Adults ($5.00) - Children ($1.00).

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AMERY WOMEN’S GOLF Women’s 18 hole Golf League Amery Women’s Golf 18-hole leaghue is playing a points game this season.

Listed below are the results for July 2018: July 11 1st: Katie Reinhart 10 2nd: Gloria Lansin 4, Karen Smith 4 3rd: Tracy Anderson 3, Lou John 3 Chip-ins: Jan Reichert, Jan Reichert, MJ Smith, Vonnie Niccum

July 18 1st: Sue Olson 6 2nd: MJ Smith 5, Barb Nelson 5 3rd: Ione Gjerde 4 Chip ins: Ellen Blank, MJ Smith, Ione Gjerde July 25 1st: Karen Smith 6,Jan Reichert 6 2nd: Gloria Lansin 3, Ione Gjerde 3 3rd: Janet Burke 2, Daryl Beadle 2, Nylla Hanson 2 Chip ins: Jay Reichert, Nylla Hanson

CLEAR LAKE WOMEN’S GOLF Women’s Golf League Tuesday, July 24 Results A Flight: Low gross: Cheryl Harshman 42 Low net: Sherri Munkelwitz, Barb Roy 32 Low putts: Cathy Lee 14 Longest drive #1: Jody Hadac B Flight: Low gross: Karrie Drinkman 49 Low net: Cindy Lundmark 29 Low putts: Diane Schradle, Carrie Magnuson 14 Closest to the pin, 3rd shot #2: Amy Lundgren C Flight: Low gross: Monica Eggert 49 Low net: Rosemary Olson 29 Low putts: Cindy Johnson 16 Longest drive #4: Camilla Pietz D Flight: Low gross: Bonnie Fox 54 Low net: Linda Shafer 24 Low putts: Laura Gehrman, Sheila LaBlanc 18 Closest to the pin, 4th shot #5: Bonnie Fox

Closest to pin #7: Karrie Drinkman Closest in 2 #3: Mary Schradle-Mau Chip ins: Amber Lindahl, Diane Schradle, Rosemary Olson Birdie: Linda Shafer RESULTS Golf Bags (22.5) defeat Backwoods Hackers (9) Happy Hookers (21) defeat Wild Whackers (18) Rowdy Rebels (19.5) defeat Slice Girls (15) Chipper Chicks (15) defeat Goof Balls (18) Sharks (21) defeat 7 Brothers Grip it and Sip it (21) STANDINGS 1st: Golf Bags 2nd: 7 Brothers Grip it and Sip it, Happy Hookers, Sharks 5th: Rowdy Rebels 6th: Goof Balls, Wild Whackers 8th: Slice Girls, Chipper Chicks 10th: Backwoods Hackers

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For one thing, encourage them to have all checks, such as Social Security, directly deposited into their checking or Ryan Collins savings accounts.

And you might try to get your name on those accounts, too, Financial Advisor if your older family members are willing. You’ll be able to review statements for suspicious activity.

You might also try to get your loved ones on a “do not call” list which can offer some protection against telephone scammers.

And be careful when hiring caretakers for your loved ones. Insist on references, and check them out. Be suspicious of caretakers who show a great interest in your loved ones’ financial affairs.

Here’s another suggestion: Consider asking your older family members for power of attorney. This can help you closely monitor their financial moves now - and if they ever become incapacitated, you can make financial decisions for them.

You have the power to help safeguard your loved ones’ financial security, so be alert and make the right moves..

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individuals/businesses worry about the IRS not being able to find them (for several reasons). There are several ways to inform the IRS this change: 1. File IRS Form 8822 (or Form 8822-B) Change of Address 2. Use your new address when you file your annual tax return 3. Mail a written statement to the IRS 4. Or simply call the IRS It can take four to six weeks for a change of address request to fully process.

Please call CarlsonSV at 715-268-7999 for any of your accounting needs.

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Teeth become darker from external and internal color changes. External stains are caused by certain foods and drinks (coffee, tea, red wine), as well as tobacco products. External stains can often be removed with a good professional cleaning. Internal color changes are caused by the inside dentin layer of the tooth becoming darker and thicker as we age. To improve internal changes, over the counter whitening strips or professional whitening at a dental office is necessary. If you would like to discuss your options to keep your teeth bright and healthy, give us a call!

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wound isn’t healing. and then we take steps Michael J. Melby to correct that problem. Infections and – Wound Healing underlying health issues, like diabetes, can Center Medical Director impact healing. Whatever the cause, we make sure the wound itself is in the best condition to heal. Removing dead tissue from the wound, making sure it is moist or dry and using the best type of dressing are methods we use to promote healing. Healing a chronic wound is not simple, but that’s why we’re here.

Most of the wounds we treat heal in 14 weeks or less. If your wound hasn’t healed within four weeks, call 715-268-0175 and let us help. No referral is necessary.

Jeremy Ziebarth shiny clean car down the road on a sunny day.

Center Well, we’ve grown and Amery Chevrolet is proud Detail Manager to present Amery Chevrolet Car Wash & Detail Center. Together with our team of highly skilled car detailing specialists, we offer a number of services designed to keep your vehicle looking its best at all times. Unlike taking your vehicle to the local car wash or doing it yourself with a bucket of soapy water, our detailing center and our detailing team have the tools and supplies needed to get the job done right! We offer a full range of interior and exterior detailing services for your convenience. More importantly, with our variety of detail options, we can help keep the cost of maintaining the appearance of your vehicle under control. All makes and models welcomed. IT’S TIME TO SHINE! Give us a call today at (715) 268-7676 for more information and to schedule your detail service.

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Declutter. Remove knickknacks, toys and other cluttered items to make your space appear larger and to allow potential buyers to visualize their belongings in the space.

REPAIR DAMAGES. Holes in the wall, lights that don’t Tom Hartmann work, leaky faucets...these are all things that can be pretty REALTOR® easily fixed and will let buyers know that you’ve taken good care of your home prior to listing. Major repairs such as heating/cooling systems should also be finished before listing.

CLEANING. Shampooing carpet, washing windows, and cleaning tile grout aren’t exactly glamorous jobs, but to buyers these extra touches are icing on the cake.

FRESHEN THE AIR. Don’t leave the scent of last night’s fish fry lingering. Adding a diffuser with the scent of citrus or cinnamon to several rooms in your home just might entice that buyer to envision cooking in YOUR kitchen.

STAGING. Your décor style expresses your tastes, but may not necessarily be the same taste of prospective buyers. Changing out your décor to more neutral tones and getting rid of cluttered furniture can help buyers visualize the space.

Give me a call to discuss other ideas to help your home sell at max price and let’s get it listed now.

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Q. How do you heal chronic wounds?

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having wireless coverage issues. The performance of your wireless internet connection greatly depends on where you place the router. Most importantly, make sure your router is in a central location. If you are having issues with your wireless signal, call our office and we can help you get coverage throughout your house. We have Whole Home Wifi and Mesh systems that can increase your wireless signal and eliminate dead spots in the house. 715-268-7101

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Why do high school athletes need chiropractic care?

How are trailers covered on a personal auto insurance policy?

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Liability (property damage and bodily injury to others) extends to a towed trailer from the insured vehicle that is pulling the trailer. If you wish to have the trailer itself covered for physical damage, then comp and collision should be added. The cargo is considered personal property and not covered by an auto policy. Personal property coverage would only come from a personal homeowners or renters. Recreational vehicles, cycles, or watercraft each usually need their own separate insurance policy for proper coverage.

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90% of student athletes will experience some type of injury. Traditional medicine works great for treating fractures, dislocations, and lacerations but does very little to address the stress placed on young athlete’s spines. Young athletes are more susceptible to injuries because they have slower reaction times than adults, are less coordinated, and are still growing and developing. Chiropractic works to undo the punishment placed on the body, prevent injury, and increase performance.

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HELP WANTED Full-Time Health Care Products Production Core Products International, Inc. in Osceola, WI is looking for GREAT people to be a part of our progressive company. We are a leading manufacturer of health care, orthopedic and comfort care products with sales worldwide.

We have immediate opportunities for fulltime production employees. The hours are 6:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Pay starts at $13.00 per hour with the opportunity to earn incentive pay after 30 days of employment. We offer our employees: Fun Working Environment Incentive Program Advancement Opportunities

Alumni & Donor Engagement Specialist Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College Ashland, Rice Lake, Superior Campus or Shell Lake Admin Office Applications are being accepted from qualified candidates for a full-time Alumni & Donor Engagement Specialist. The perfect candidate will be responsible for building a strong database of alumni, boosting digital engagement, strengthening ties and leading the donor recognition programs Collegewide. This position can be housed at WITC Ashland, Rice Lake, Shell Lake or Superior locations.

For a complete job description, list of qualifications, and to apply visit our website at: https://www.witc.edu/aboutwitc/employment Deadline to apply: August 6, 2018 WITC is an Equal Opportunity/ Access/Affirmative Action/Veterans/ Disability Employer and Educator TTY 711

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Clayton School District Vacancy Clayton School District has the following coaching positions available for the 2018-19 school year:

Junior High Football Coach (8-Man) If interested, please send letter of application to: Cathleen Shimon District Administrator Clayton School District P.O. Box 130 236 Polk Ave. W. Clayton, WI 54004-0130 shimonc@claytonsd.k12.wi.us

Application deadline: August 10, 2018

We also offer tuition reimbursement; life, health & dental insurance, Employee Stock Ownership Plan, 401k, vacation/ holiday pay and more. We take pride in our employees and our customers. If you are interested in working with us, apply in person or send resume to Core Products Int’l, Inc., Attn: Human Resources, 808 Prospect Ave. Osceola, WI 54020. You may also email your resume to cchute@coreproducts.com.

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Industrial Safety, Inc., in Clear Lake, Wisconsin, is looking to fill a part-time Office Assistant/Marketing position (24-30 hours per week). This position will handle all website maintenance, assist in developing marketing literature, answer incoming phone calls, greet customers and visitors, conduct sales, manage files, update electronic and paper documentation and databases, and perform other general office duties as assigned. This position could lead into a full-time position. Salary and hours negotiable.

QUALIFICATIONS: •High school diploma or associate’s degree •Experience as an office assistant or in a related field • Ability to communicate clearly •Ability to work well under limited supervision •Strong data entry and computer skills •Previous sales/marketing experience preferred •Website updating and maintenance •Assist in developing newsletters and marketing literature

Please submit a cover letter and resume to andrea@industrialsafetystore.com by August 10, 2018 for consideration.

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Established in 2010, Schaffer Industrial Finishing has steadily HELP WANTED: PRODUCTION POSITIONS grown its reputation as the region’s leading supplier for Established in 2010, Schaffer Industrial Finishing has steadily grown its reputation as the region custom powder coating and finishing solutions.

Full-time during the school year supplier for custom powder coating and finishing solutions.

Industrial Finishing is currently seeking production $12.11/hourSchaffer Industrial FinishingSchaffer is currently seeking production employees for the following positio employees for the following positions:

General Laborer and Powder Coaters Submit application on WECAN General Laborer and Powder Coaters or contact Becky Schmidt at necessary! Schaffer No experience Finishing will perform onFinishing the job training to candidates disp No experience necessary!

Schaffer will perform on 715-268-9771 ext. solid 272work ethic and positive attitude. the job training to candidates displaying a solid work ethic

The School District of Amery is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination in will be andable positive attitude. technical knowledge of powder coating equip Preferred candidates to demonstrate all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, application process, and where applicable, sex, marital status, familial status, parental status, religion, sexual pretreatment, performing routine maintenance, and desire to produce qu candidates will be able to demonstrate technical orientation, genetic information, political beliefs, reprisal, ormeets because or all ofexceeds part of an industryPreferred standards. individual’s income is derived from any public assistant program. knowledge of powder coating equipment and application

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Joshua Bohn Beaver Brook Badgers 4-H had the Grand Champion Steer. It was purchased by St. Croix Casino.

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Sam Black, Eagle View 4-H, sold his Reserve Grand Champion steer to Dave Gehrman of Dave’s Auto Body.

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Matthew Germain, Pleasant Lake 4-H, sold his Grand Champion hog to St. Croix Casino.

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Gracie Davison, Unity FFA, sold her Reserve Grand Champion hog to Dave Gehrman of Dave’s Auto Body.

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Tanner Viebrock, Forest View 4-H, sold his Grand Champion lamb to Federated Coop.

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Garrett Lee, Forest View 4-H, sold his Reserve Grand Champion lamb to FB Contractors.

Quality Meats Auction sets new record of $222,323.50 The 54th edition of the annual 4-H and FFA Quality Meats Auction set a new record of $222,323.50, up from last year’s record of $212,797.50.

A total of 90 animals were auctioned on Saturday night. Six animals were donated to be resold to raise money for the granstand. A total of $6,144.75 was raised from the sale of two hogs, two lambs and two goats.

The event is held in conjunction with the Polk County Fair at St. Croix Falls.

Auctioneer Tom Morris, calling his 43rd sale,

worked the crowd for every dollar.

There were 19 lambs sold at the auction, averaging 131 pounds and bringing an average price of $7.07 a pound.

There were 32 steers sold, averaging 1,330 pounds and bringing an average price of $3.08 a pound.

There were 35 hogs sold, averaging 266 pounds and bringing an average of $7.30 a pound.

Four goats were sold, averaging 84 pounds and brining an average of $7.50 a pound.

Steers Joshua Bohn, Beaver Brook Badgers 4-H, sold his Grand Champion steer to St. Croix Casino for $6.75 lb., $9,173.25 Sam Black, Eagle View 4-H, sold his Reserve Grand Champion steer to Dave’s Auto Body for $5.25 lb., $7,119.00 Calvin Rosen, Knotty Pine 4-H, sold his steer to Synergy Coop for $5.00 lb.,$6,730.00 Ethan Robinson, Forest View 4-H, sold his steer to ITP Industrial Tool & Plastics for $3.00 lb., $3,684.00 Milan Monchilovich, McKinley Vikings 4-H.

sold her steer to St. Croix Casino for $3.75 lb., $4,758.75 Emma Fehlen, Pleasant Lake 4-H, sold her steer to Amery Meat Market for $4.35 lb.,$5,768.10 Merlin Hibbs, McKinley Vikings 4-H, sold his steer to Frederic Fuel for $3.25 lb., $4,169.75 Emily Robinson, Forest View 4-H, sold her steer to J&S General Contracting for $3.25 lb., $3,978.00 Adelyn Ellefson, Forest View 4-H, sold her steer to Cardinal Glass for $3.50 lb., $4,721.50 Audrie Amos, McKin-

ley Vikings 4-H, sold his steer to FB Contractors for $2.35 lb., $3,285.30 JoeAnne Swanson, Bone Lake Beavers 4-H, sold her steer to Burnett Dairy Coop for $1.75 lb., $2,289.00 Andrew Prindle, Beaver Brook Badgers 4-H, sold his steer to Isakson’s True Value for $3.50 lb., $4,928.00 Brett Strenke, West Sweden 4-H, sold his Grand Champion Dairy/ Beef steer to Amery Farm & Home for $1.75 lb., $2,238.25 Edward Fehlen, Pleasant Lake 4-H, sold his steer to Johnson Motors

for $4.00 lb., $5,500.00 Lauren Ellefson, Forest View 4-H, sold her Reserve Champion Average Daily Gain steer to Amery Chevrolet for $3.10 lb., $4,560.10 Elizabeth Rosen, Knotty Pine 4-H, sold her steer to Cardinal Glass for $3.50 lb., $4,242.00 Britta Hibbs, McKinley Vikings 4-H, sold her steer to First Bank of Baldwin for $3.00 lb., $4,041.00 Morgan Monchilovich, McKinley Vikings 4-H, sold her steer to Hendricks Farms for $3.25 lb., $4,465.50 SEE AUCTION ON PAGE 3B

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Brianna Lee, Forest View 4-H, sold her Reserve Champion Average Daily Gain lamb to Osceola Autobody.

Anna Larsen, Green Acres 4-H, sold her Grand Champion and Reserve Average Daily Gain goat to Westdale Farm LLC

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Krysten Ray, Knotty Pine 4-H, sold her Champion Average Daily Gain lamb to Lucas Evenson of Evenson Construction & Supply.

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Jason Hanson, Beaver Brook Badgers 4-H, sold his Reserve Grand Champion goat to Amery Chevrolet.

AUCTION: Steers average $3.08/pound FROM PAGE TWO

Drew Niles, Knotty Pine 4-H, sold his steer to Frontier Ag & Turf for $3.00 lb.,$3,558.00 Gabriella Loenser, Knotty Pine 4-H, sold her steer to Cardinal Glass for $3.00 lb., $3,741.00 William Fitzer, Knotty Pine 4-H, sold his steer to Carlson S.V. for $2.00 lb., $2,518.00 Kate Petersen, Clear Lake FFA, sold his steer to St. Croix Casino for $3.00 lb., $4,353.00 Brady Prindle, Beaver Brook Badgers 4-H, sold his steer to Williamson-White Funeral Home for $2.00 lb., $3,034.00 Sophia Hendricks-Loehr, McKinley Vikings 4-H, sold her steer to Countryside Coop for $1.85 lb., $2,279.20 Jarett Davison, Unity FFA, sold his steer to Bremer Bank for $2.00 lb., $2,636.00 Madeline Monchilovich, McKinley Vikings 4-H, sold her steer to Synergy Coop for $2.75 lb., $3,591.50

Tristan Campeau, Forest View 4-H, sold his steer to St. Croix Casino for $2.25 lb., $2,967.75 Ava Ulrich, Forest View 4-H sold her Champion Dairy Average Daily Rate of Gain steer to Synergy Coop for $2.85 lb., $4,605.60 Gracie Wiltse, Bone Lake Beavers 4-H, sold her steer to Burnett Dairy Coop for $2.50 lb., $2,587.50 Joseph Bohn, Beaver Brook Badgers 4-H, sold his steer to Larry/Lorna Coleman for $2.25 lb., $2,891.25 Alayna Johnson, Bone Lake Badgers 4-H, sold her steer to St. Croix Casino for $2.50 lb., $3,612.50 Victoria Carlson, Amery FFA, sold her steer to Westdale Farm LLC for $2.25 lb., $3,201.75 Isaac Campeau, Forest View 4-H, sold his steer to Cottor Farms for $3.00 lb., $4,050.00

Hogs Matthew Germain, Pleasant Lake 4-H, sold

his Grand Champion hog to St. Croix Casino for $13.50 lb., $3,618.00 Gracie Davison, Unity FFA, sold her Reserve Grand Champion hog to Dave’s Auto Body for $11.00 lb., $2,662.00 Katie Christensen , Jolly Milltown 4-H, sold her hog to Willow Ridge Healthcare for $7.00 lb., $1,806.00 Ashton Anderson, Forest View 4-H, sold her hog to J&S General Contracting for $6.00 lb., $1,680.00 Hannah Germain, Pleasant Lake 4-H, sold her hog to Amery Hospital & Clinic for $6.50 lb., $1,930.50 Jonathan Erickson, Clear Lake FFA, sold his hog to FB Contractors for $3.25 lb., $906.75 Maddy Doolittle, St. Croix Falls FFA, sold her hog to Cushing Coop for $5.50 lb., $1,589.50 Alaina Rivard, Amery FFA, sold her hog to St. Croix Casino for $9.25 lb., $2,229.25 Mikayla Johnson, Bone Lake Beavers 4-H, SEE AUCTION ON PAGE 4B

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Lauren Ellefson, Forest View 4-H, sold her Reserve Champion Average Daily Gain steer to Amery Chevrolet.

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Ava Ulrich, Forest View 4-H sold her Champion Dairy Average Daily Rate of Gain steer to Synergy Coop.

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AUCTION: 90 animals raise a new record of over $223,000 in sale Avery Anderson, Forest View 4-H, sold her hog to Amery Hospital & Clinic for $9.25 lb., $2,405.00

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Nate Garvey, Shooting Stars 4-H. sold his Champion Average Daily Gain goat to Daeffler’s Quality Meats.

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sold her hog to St. Croix Casino for $8.50 lb., $2,116.50 Mattie Newman, Pleasant Lake 4-H sold her hog to Denny’s Auto for $4.50 lb., $1,309.50 Katherine Elwood, Amery FFA, sold her hog to OXBO International for $7.00 lb., $1,876.00 Deanna Meyer, Amery FFA, sold her hog to Black Brook Kennels for $5.00 lb., $1,320.00 Shayla Hulett, Luck FFA, sold her hog to Gille Trucking for $5.50 lb., $1,408.00 Hayley Palmsteen, Forest View 4-H, sold his hog to Don & Nancy Hasselquist for $4.75 lb., $1,401.25 Taylor Elwood, Amery FFA, sold his hog to Countryside Coop for $5.85 lb., $1,444.95 Essie Whitehead, Amery FFA, sold her hog to Bremer Bank for $5.50 lb., $1,617.00 Autumn Rivard, Amery FFA, sold her hog to St. Croix Casino for $9.50 lb., $2,384.50 Josie Carlson, Pleasant Lake 4-H, sold her hog to Swanks Meats for $7.00 lb., $1,918.00

Scout Dodds, West Sweden 4-H, sold her hog to Bremer Bank for $6.50 lb., $1,787.50 Sarah Carlson, Pleasant Lake 4-H, sold her hog to Amery Farm & Home for $8.50 lb., $2,031.50 Hannah Peltier, Northern Lights 4-H, sold her hog to Dairy State Bank for $5.75 lb., $1,495.00 Dani Meyer, Amery FFA, sold her hog to Cardinal Glass for $27.00 lb., $7,614.00 Grace Haase, Forest View 4-H, sold her hog to Bremer Bank for $8.50 lb., $2,363.00 Thomas Christenson, Deronda Diplomats 4-H, sold his hog to Countryside Coop for $6.00 lb., $1,410.00 Tyler Johnson, Forest View 4-H. sold his hog to Bernards Northtown for $8.00 lb., $2,216.00 Marie Haase, Forest View 4-H, sold her hog to Johnson Motors for $7.50 lb., $1,890.00 Katie Haase, Forest View 4-H, sold her hog to Osceola Autobody for $7.00 lb., $1,974.00 Addi Anderson, Forest View 4-H, sold her hog to Heartland Exteriors for

Thank you to Larry & Lorna Coleman for purchasing my market steer at the Polk County Fair

$5.50 lb., $1,617.00 Tracker Dodds, West Sweden 4-H, sold his hog to Countryside Coop for $5.00, $1,445.00 Mitchel Maassen, Turtle Lake FFA, sold his hog to St. Croix Casino for $6.50 $1,527.50 Drew Meyer, Amery FFA, sold her hog to Bremer Bank for $5.00 lb., $1,175.00 Ethan Davison, Unity FFA, sold his hog to Countryside Coop for $4.50 lb., $1,098.00 Carter Nielsen, Beaver Brook Badgers 4-H, sold his hog to Farm Table Restaurant for $6.00 lb., $1,416.00 Jacob Erickson, West Sweden 4-H, sold his hog to Burnett Dairy Coop for $4.00 lb., $1,152.00

Tanner Viebrock, Forest View 4-H, sold his Grand Champion lamb to Federated Coop for $12.00 lb., $1,632.00 Garrett Lee, Forest View 4-H, sold his Reserve Grand Champion lamb to FB Contractors for $8.00 lb., $1,016.00 Courtney Glenna, Beaver Brook Badgers 4-H, sold her lamb to Bremer Bank for $6.00 lb., $690.00 Tianna Lochner, Deronda Diplomats 4-H, sold her lamb to Amery Chevrolet for $5.00 lb., $585.00 Brianna Lee, Forest View 4-H, sold her Reserve Champion Average Daily Gain lamb to Osceola Autobody for $7.75 lb., $1,054.00 Seth Gudmunsen, Cushing 4-H, sold his lamb to St. Croix Casino for $7.50 lb., $870.00 Krysten Ray, Knotty Pine 4-H, sold her Champion Average Daily Gain lamb to Evenson Construction & Supply for $7.00 lb., $1,127.00 Nolan Johnson, Frederic FFA, sold his lamb to Daeffler’s Quality Meats for $4.50 lb., $634.50 Aaron Steele, Northern Lights 4-H, sold his lamb to FB Contractors for $5.00 lb., $655.00 Sam Glenna, Northern Lights 4-H, sold his lamb

to Big Sky Builders for $7.00 lb., $966.00 Chloe Olson, Beaver Brook Badgers 4-H, sold her lamb to Cardinal Glass for $9.50 lb., $1,263.50 Ann Boland, Bone Lake Beavers 4-H, sold her lamb to Rural Insurance for $4.75 lb., $579.50 RaeAnna Johnston, Shooting Stars 4-H, sold her lamb to Cushing Coop for $6.00 lb., $822.00 Emilie Glenna, Northern Lights 4-H, sold her lamb to Big Sky Builders for $5.00 lb., $675.00 Caleb Campeau, Pleasant Lake 4-H, sold his lamb to Neumann Roofing for $8.25 lb., $1,146.75 Samuel Dusek, Clear Lake FFA, sold his lamb to J&S General Contracting for $7.25 lb., $870.00 Landyn Johnson, West Sweden 4-H, sold his lamb to Baribeau Implement for $5.75 lb., $603.75 Joseph Glenna, Beaver Brook Badgers 4-H, sold his lamb to Farm Table Restaurant for $11.00 lb., $1,540.00

Goats Anna Larsen, Green Acres 4-H, sold her Grand Champion and Reserve Average Daily Gain goat to Westdale Farm LLC for $9.25 lb., $675.25 Jason Hanson, Beaver Brook Badgers 4-H, sold his Reserve Grand Champion goat to Amery Chevrolet for $7.00 lb., $490.00

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Grandstand Donations Six animals were donated and auctioned off to raise money for the Grandstand at the Polk County Fairgrounds.

A total of $6,144.75 was raised.

Dale Woods grandchildren, a hog sold to Ulrich Farms for $7.00 lb., $1,743.00.

Tyler Kuhl; Kuhl Show Pigs, a hog sold to MTM Inc. for $7.00 lb., $1,918.00.

Donated back; FB Contractors, a lamb sold to Brad Swanson for $6.00 lb., $786.00.

Donated back; FB Contractors, a lamb sold to Evenson Construction for $5.75 lb., $730.25.

Donated back; FB Contractors, a goat sold to LowLane Farms for $$6.00 lb., $516.00.

Donated back; FB Contractors, a goat sold to Baribeau Implement for $5.25 lb., $451.50.

Congratulations to the Polk County Fair Exhibitors!

Sarah Carlson, Pleasant Lake 4-H, sold her market hog to Todd Cunningham, Amery Farm & Home Hardware.

A SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL THE BIDDERS FOR THEIR SUPPORT. Beaver Brook Badgers 4-H

Tyler Sanford-Bjornstad, Pleasant Lake 4-H, sold his goat to Evenson Construction & Supply for $6.75 lb., $580.50 Nate Garvey, Shooting Stars 4-H. sold his Champion Average Daily Gain goat to Daeffler’s Quality Meats for $7.00 lb., $735.00

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Polk County Fair announces 2018 winners Some of the winners at the 2018 Polk County Fair were:

EXCEPTIONAL EXHIBITS Animal & Vet Science Julianna Thompson Caitlin Ritterpusch Ann Boland

Hailey Zauft Child Development Maggie Brown Clothing Morgan Monchilovich Olivia Cunningham Natalie Ryan Katlin Bartlett Mary Peterson Computer Andrew Carlson Cultural Arts Katherine Jennings Dani Meyer Sarah Hefty Renee Vorndran

Ellen Paaalo Jason Hanson Ruby Demulling Julia Novak Archer Utke Amber Newman Deanna Meyer Sadie Olson Lauren Hefty Joie Brannon Lyla Stone Josie Carlson Molly Brannon Anna Klein (Grand Champion) Eddy Brannon (Grand Champion) Exploring Lucy Measner Darby Trent Lance Pickard Elise Pratt Grace Mattson Grace Sierra Axel Kusilek Owen Anderson Charlotte Stewart Aidan Nagel Gavin Fredrickson

Tyler Rasmussen Alysha Stokes Field Crops Kate Peterson Foods & Nutrition Adelle Babcock Mikayla Johnson Liam Bergerson Sarah Hefty Isabelle Measner Maggie Conlan Megan Reigel Jenna Babcock John Bateman Michaela Polta Maggie Brown Brett Bartlett Jessica Mattson Melissa Jones Health, Social & Political Science Michaela Polta Home Furnishings Adelle Babcock Ruby Demulling Mary Peterson Knitting & Crocheting Rose King Sarah Hefty

Congratulations to all exhibitors!

Caitlin Ritterpusch Natural Sciences Michael Boland Sarah Hefty Photography Zachariah Juvrud (State Photo) Trista Neely Danny Wahlstrom Ella Tretsven Sadie Olson (State Photo) Ashley Bloom Shaylin Eley Ashlin Waltz Tristen Mortel Ann Boland Archer Utke Sarah Hefty Austin Lunzer Kristin Nyhus Daedyn Pearce Kelli Niles Brooke Swenson Camden Kahl Brody Curtis Lyla Stone Ruby Demulling Annaleise Wright

Carter Nielsen Parys Ouellette Sommer Asper Emilie Glenna Luke Haase Adelyn Ellefson Laursen Ellefson Sara Sellent Deidra Meyer Joshua Bohn Joie Brannon Macy Johnson Annabel McManus Olivia Koeppen Torihatta Wendorf Ella Berens Emily Hadac Samantha Volgren Brooke Hadac Kristin Nyhus (State Photo) School Exhibits Melissa Jones Lauren Frojker Kruse Yuhas Dalton Arnett Matthew Muench Mitchel Maassen Allitny Swanson

Emmy Yeske Katelyn Roessler Benjamin Nelson Ella Anderson Shooting Sports Tim Nissen Nick Nissen Lance Wallis John Bateman Eddy Brannon Melissa Jones Vegetables Olivia Koeppen Hunter Carlson Annabel McManus Woodworking Grant Getschel Hunter Carlson Cooper Gott Sam Glenna Josh Davidsavor Madison Hollister Adam Nyhus Joshua Davis Self Determined/ Youth Leadership Sarah Hefty Natalie Ryan Caitlin Ritterpusch

Congratulations to all exhibitors at the Polk County Fair!

Brady Prindle, Beaver Brook Badgers 4-H, sold his market steer to Williamson-White Funeral Home, Tyler Kilcoyne, Emmy and Ed White Andrew Prindle, Beaver Brook Badgers 4-H, sold his market steer to Clear Lake True Value - Paul Isakson and Ali Blomberg,

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Polk County Fair championships announced . . .

JUNIOR DIVISION Clothing Revue Lorelei McManus, Res. Champion Jessica Carlson, Res. Champion Olivia Cunningham, Champion – Res. Gr. Champion Melissa Jones, Ch. – Res. Gr. Champion Emily McManus Natalie Ryan, Res. Champion Sarah Carlson Mary Peterson, Ch., Grand Champion Annabel McManus RaeAnna Johnston, Champion Llama/Alpacas Champion – light/medium wool, registered male Lexa Corrigan, Deronda Diplomats Champion – light/ medium wool, registered female Lexa Corrigan, Deronda Diplomats Champion – heavy wool registered male Avery

Anderson, Forest View Champion – heavy wool registered female Claire Harlander, Beaver Brook Badgers Champion – Suri – registered male Ashton Anderson, Forest View Overall Supreme Champion – Female Lexa Corrigan, Deronda Diplomats Overall Reserve Supreme Champion - Female Claire Harlander, Beaver Brook Badgers Overall Supreme Champion – Male Ashton Anderson, Forest View Overall Reserve Champion – Male Avery Anderson, Forest View Junior Showmanship Avery Anderson, Forest view Intermediate Showmanship Ashton Anderson, Forest View Junior Division Cat The Polk County Fair Junior Cat Show is a pre-fair show at the fairgrounds in St. Croix

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The cats were judged on grooming, health, physical condition and disposition. There was also a cage decoration competition that is voted on by the competitors.

Champion - Jacob Binversie, Cushing Reserve Champion Tim Nissen, Pleasant Lake Best Short Hair - Tim Nissen, Pleasant Lake Best Decorated Cage Jacob Binversie, Cushing Best Groomed - Jacob Binversie, Cushing Best Cat - Tim Nissen, Pleasant Lake JUNIOR DIVISION POULTRY Chickens Reserve Champion American Varieties Josie Carlson, Pleasant Lake Champion American Varieties - Justin Vorndran, Forest View Reserve Champion Mediterranean Varieties

- Ella Tretsven, Luck FFA Champion Mediterranean Varieties - Amber Newman, Pleasant Lake Reserve Champion Crossbred Chicken Brooke Hadac, Lucky Horseshoe Champion Crossbred Chicken - Josie Johnson, Cushinag Reserve Champion Asiatic Varieties - Danica Gourley, Forest View Champion Asiatic Varieties - Paige Dvorak, Forest View Reserve Champion English Varieties - Alexis Greener, Bone Lake Beavers Champion English Varieties - Amber Newman, Pleasant Lake Reserve Champion Continental Varieties Makenna Engen, West Sweden Champion Continental Varieties - Ashton Anderson, Forest View Reserve Champion, Other Standard Varieties - Paige Dvorak, Forest

Thank You to Federated Co-op for purchasing my Grand Champion Lamb at the Polk County Fair!

A special thank you to all of the bidders for their support.

Tanner Viebrock Forest View 4-H

The Elwood Family would like to thank all the bidders at the Polk County Fair Quality Meat Auction for your support

Thank you to Osceola Auto Body for purchasing my Reserve Champion ADG Lamb at the Polk County Fair.

A special thanks to all of the bidders for the wonderful support.

Brianna Lee Forest View 4-H

View Champion, Other Standard Variety - Sarah Carlson, Pleasant Lake Reserve Champion Game Bantams - Thomas Newman, Pleasant Lake Champion Game Bantams - Amber Newman, Pleasant Lake Reserve Champion Bantams, Feather Legged - Lily DeMars, Pleasant Lake Champion Bantams, Feather Legged - Ella Tretsven, Luck FFA Reserve Champion Bantams, Clean Legged - Megan Glenna, Unity FFA Champion Bantams, Clean Legged - Alexis Greener, Bone Lake Beavers Reserve Champion Chicken - Ashton Anderson, Forest View Champion Chicken Amber Newman, Pleasant Lake Ducks Reserve Champion

Duck - Ella Tretsven, Luck FFA Champion Duck Claire Harlander, Beaver Brook Badgers Pigeons Reserve Champion Pigeon - Thomas Newman, Pleasant Lake Champion Pigeon - Amber Newman, Pleasant Lake Reserve Best of Show Amber Newman, Pleasant Lake Champion Best of Show - Amber Newman, Pleasant Lake Showmanship Senior Showmanship, ages 15 and older - Annaleise Wright, Little Butternut Intermediate Showmanship, 12-14 years old - Ella Tretsven, Luck FFA Junior Showmanship, 8-11 years old - Trevor Gilbertson, Lucky Horseshoe Junior Division Swine

I would like to thank St. Croix Casino for purchasing my Grand Champion Market Hog at the Polk County fair.

Hats off to all the bidders and area businesses that showed their support at the auction as well.

MATTHEW GERMAIN Pleasant Lake 4-H

Thank You to . . .

Bremer Bank for purchasing my market hog.

Grace Haase

Forest View 4-H

A special thanks to:

Countryside Cooperative for purchasing my market hog.

Tayler Elwood Amery FFA OXBO International for purchasing my market hog.

Katherine Elwood Amery FFA

Johnson Motors for purchasing my market hog.

Marie Haase

Forest View 4-H

Also, thanks to all of the bidders at the Polk County Fair Livestock Auction for your support

Thank You to ...

Amery Farm & Home for purchasing my market hog.

Also, thanks to all the bidders for your great support of the Polk County Fair Livestock Auction.

Sarah Carlson Pleasant Lake 4-H

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Fair winners and exhibitors . . .

Champion Market Gilt (QM) - Gracie Davison, Unity FFA Res. Champion Market Gilt (QM) - Carter Nielsen, Beaver Brook Badgers Champion Market Barrow (QM) - Matthew Germain, Pleasant Lake Res. Champion Market Barrow (QM) - Taylor Elwood, Amery FFA Grand Champion Market Hog (QM) - Matthew Germain, Pleasant Lake Res. Gr. Champion Market Hog (QM) - Gracie Davison, Unity FFA Grand Champion Market Hog (Non-sale) Mitchell Maassen, Turtle Lake FFA Res. Gr. Champion Market Hog (Non-sale) Gracie Wiltse, Bone Lake Beavers Showmanship, Senior – 18 and older - Hannah Peltier, St. Croix Falls FFA Showmanship, Senior – 16 & 17 - Josie Carlson, Pleasant Lake Showmanship, Intermediate – 14-15 - Matthew Germain, Pleasant Lake Showmanship, Intermediate – 12-13 - Gracie Wiltse, Bone Lake Beavers Showmanship, Junior – 8-11 - Tracker Dodds, West Sweden First Year Showmanship - Owen Anderson, Cattail Clovers Supreme Showman

- Matthew Germain, Pleasant Lake Junior Division Beef Beef Breed Champion Market Steer - Joshua Bohn, Beaver Brook Badgers Beef Breed Res. Champion Market Steer - Sam Black, Eagle View Beef-Dairy Crossbred Champion Market Steer Brett Strenke, West Sweden Beef-Dairy Crossbred Res. Champion Market Steer - Carson Simon, Indian Creek Dairy Breed Champion Market Steer - Ava Ulrich, Forest View Dairy Breed Res. Champion Market Steer Ava Ulrich, Forest View Res. Grand Champion Market Steer - Sam Black, Eagle View Grand Champion Market Steer - Johua Bohn, Beaver Brook Badgers PB Junior Champion Male - Ethan Robinson, Forest View PB Junior Res. Champion Male - Adelyn Ellefson, Forest View PB Junior Champion Female - Sam Black, Eagle View PB Junior Res. Champion Female - Morgan Monchilovich, McKinley Vikings PB Champion Charolais - Sam Black, Eagle View PB Champion, Hereford

Thank You to . . .

Daeffler’s Quality Meats for purchasing my market lamb.

Nolan Johnson Frederic FFA

Baribeau Implement for purchasing my market lamb.

- Marissa Smith, Jolly Milltown PB Champion, Simmental - Morgan Monchilovich, McKinley Vikings PB Reservve Champion, Charolais - Emma Fehlen, Pleasant Lake PB Reserve Champion Simmental - Milan Monchilovich, McKinley Vikings Grade Senior Champion Femal - Mikayla Johnson, Bone Lake Beavers Grade Grand Champion, Other Recognized Breed - Mikayla Johnson, Bone Lake Beavers Grade Grand Champion, Crossbred - Merlin Hibbs, McKlinley Vikings Grade Res. Grand Champion Crossbred Sophia Hendricks-Loehr, McKinley Vikings Supreme Res. Grand Champion Female Morgan Monchilovich, McKinley Vikings Supreme Grand Champion Female - Sam Black, Eagle View SHOWMANSHIP Senior Division – Age 18 - Sophia Hendricks-Loehr, McKinley Vikings Senior Division – Age 17 - Gabriella Loenser, Knotty Pine Senior Division – Age 16 - Maggie Rosen, Knotty Pine Senior Division – Age 15 - Milan Monchilovich, McKinley Vikings

Intermediate Division – Age 14 - Allesha Rivard, Forest View Intermediate Division – Age 13 - Elizabeth Rosen, Knotty Pine Intermediate Division – Age 12 - Madeline Monchilovich, McKinley Vikings Intermediate Division – Age 11 - Adelyn Ellefson, Forest View Junior Division – 8-10 years old - Morgan Monchilovich, McKinley Vikings Supreme Showman Maggie Rosen, Knotty Pine Joe Sir Elvis show was under the Big Tent on Friday

Junior Rabbits Res. Ch. (Best of Breed) Dutch - Tim Nissen, Pleasant Lake Res. Ch. (Best of Breed) Harlequin - Ella Berens, Little Butternut Res. Ch. (Best of Breed) Lionhead - Josie Carlson, Pleasant Lake Res. Ch. (Best of Breed) Mini Lops - Tristen Mortel, Lucky Horseshoe Res. Ch. (Best of Breed) Mini Rex - Mary Peterson, Cushing Res. Ch. (Best of Breed) Netherland Dwarf Tristen Mortel, Lucky Horseshoe Res. Ch. (Best of Breed) Polish - Aidan Ovik, West Sweden Res. Ch. (Best of Breed) Flemish Giants - Maddelin Gordner, Little Butternut

Karli Bartlett of West Sweden 4-H created a house as one of her projects.

Amery Hospital & Clinic is proud to support the Polk County Fair Livestock Auction!

Hannah Germain, Pleasant Lake 4-H, sold her market hog to Berry Elwood, Amery Hospital & Clinic

Avery Anderson, Forest View 4-H, sold her market hog to Barry Elwood, Amery Hospital & Clinic

Landyn Johnson West Sweden 4-H

Also, thanks to all of the bidders for their continuous support of the Polk County Fair Livestock Auction

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More Polk County Fair results . . .

Keeping the sheep barn clean was Cooper Gott from Pleasant Lake 4-H.

Thank You to . . .

J&S General Contracting for purchasing my market hog.

Ashton Anderson

Forest View 4-H

Heartland Exteriors for purchasing my market hog.

Addi Anderson Forest View 4-H

Amery Hospital & Clinic for purchasing my market hog.

Avery Anderson Forest View 4-H

Also, a special thanks to all of the bidders for their continued support of the Polk County Fair Livestock Auction

Thank you to all of the bidders at the Polk County Quality Meat Auction!

A SPECIAL THANKS TO Dave’s Auto Body for purchasing my Reserve Champion hog.

Gracie Davison Unity FFA

Bremer Bank purchasing my market steer.

Jarett Davison Unity FFA

Res. Ch. (Best of Breed) Satins - Ella Berens, Little Butternut Champion (Best of Breed) Dutch - Annabel McManus, Cushing Champion (Best of Breed) Dwarf Hotot Sarah Carlson, Pleasant Lake Champion (Best of Breed) Harlequin - Macy Johnson, Cushing Champion (Best of Breed) Himalayan - Sydney Smith, Girl Scouts Champion (Best of Breed) Lionhead - Emma Mewes, Lucky Horseshoe Champion (Best of Breed) Holland Lops Braden Vlasnik, Jolly Milltown Champion (Best of Breed) Mini Lops - Allyson Peterson, Deronda Diplomats Champion (Best of Breed) Mini Rex - Leigha Priske-Olson, Indian Creek Champion (Best of Breed) Netherland Dwarf - Leigha Priske-Olson, Indian Creek Champion (Best of Breed) Polish - Tim Nissen, Pleasant Lake Champion (Best of Breed) Rex - Sydney Smith, Girl Scouts Champion (Best of Breed) Flemish Giants - Chloe Bengston, Little Butternut Champion (Best of Breed) French Lops - Kylie Binsfield, Joel Jets Reserve Grand Champion of Show - Allyson Peterson, Deronda Diplomats Grand Champion of Show - Kylie Binsfield,

Joel Jets SHOWMANSHIP Explorers, 8-9 years of age - Haze Larson, Jolly Milltown Junior, 9-11 years of age - Allyson Peterson, Deronda Diplomats Intermediate, 12-14 years of age - Tristen Mortel, Lucky Horseshoe Senior, 15 years of age and over - Leigha Priske-Olson, Indian Creek Junior Division Sheep PB Champion Male, Hampshire PB Champion Male, Suffolk - Kelli Niles, Knotty Pine PB Champion Male, Southdown - Brianna Lee, Forest View PB Champion Male, Shropshire - Joe Glenna, Beaver Brook Badgers PB Res. Champion Male, Southdown - Garrett Lee, Forest View PB Res. Champion Male, Shropshire - RaeAnna Johnston, Shooting Stars PB Champion Female, Shropshire - Courtney Glenna, Beaver Brook Badgers PB Champion Female, Suffolk - Logan Meyer, Forest View PB Champion Female, Southdown - Garrett Lee, Forest View PB Res. Champion Female, Shropshire - Joe Glenna, Beaver Brook Badgers PB Res. Champion Female, Southdown - Chloe Olson, Beaver Brook Badgers

Thank You to . . .

Cardinal Glass for purchasing my market steer.

Adelyn Ellefson Forest View 4-H

Amery Chevrolet for purchasing my Reserve ADG steer.

Lauren Ellefson

Countryside Cooperative for purchasing my market hog.

Ethan Davison Unity FFA

Forest View 4-H

Also, thank you to all of the bidders at the Polk County Fair Livestock Auction for your support

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Grade Champion Female, Commercial Breed (Crossbred) Tanner Viebrock, Forest View Grade Champion Female, Wether Style Breed - Garrett Lee, Forest View Grade Champion Female, Any Other Meat Breeds - Cooper Gott, Pleasant Lake Grade Res. Champion Female, Commercial Breed (Cross) - Samuel Dusek, Clear Lake FFA Grade Res. Champion Female, Wether Style Breed - Brianna Lee, Forest View Grade Res. Champion Female, Any Other Meat Breed - Alex Larson/ DeRosier, Forest View Grand Champ. – Over All Breeds (Male) - Krysten Ray, Clear Lake FFA Res. Gr. Champ – Over All Breeds (Male) - Garrett Lee, Forest View Grand Champion – Over All Breeds (Female) - Garrett Lee, Forest View Res. Gr. Champ. – Over All Breeds (Female) Courtney Glenna, Beaver Brook Badgers Junior Division Goat

Champion Meat Goat Andrew Prindle, Beaver Brook Badgers Reserve Champion Meat Goat - Brayden Prindle, Beaver Brook Badgers Senior Showmanship, 15 years and older - Amber Mevissen, Cushing Intermediate Showmanship, 12-14 years old - Caitlin Ritterpusch, Deronda Diplomats Junior Showmanship, 8-11 years old - Naveah Jones, Cushing Champion Market Goat - Anna Larsen, Green Acres Reserve Champion Market Goat - Jason Hanson, Beaver Brook Badgers Supreme Grand Champion (over all breeds) - Amber Mevissen, Cushing Reserve Grand Champion (over all breeds) - Makenna Lunzer, Northern Lights Domestic Exotic Champion - Sean Ritterpusch, Deronda Diplomats Domestic Exotic, Reserve Champion - Caitlin Ritterpusch, Deronda Diplomats Junior Myotonic Goats Reserve Champion

Myotonic Goat - Sean Ritterpusch, Deronda Diplomats Champion Myotonic Goat - Caitlin Ritterpusch, Deronda Diplomats Junior Division Horse Horse Judging - Laura Sandberg, Little Falls Livewires Showmanship, Horseless Horse - NONE Showmanship, Grade 4/Explorers, grades 3 & 4 - Alexis Shae Witthoft, Little Butternut Showmanship, Grades 5 & 6 - Lyla Stone, Beaver Brook Badgers Showmanship, Grades 7 & 8 - Victoria Collins, Eagle View Showmanship, Grades 9 & 10 - Shane Larson, Knotty Pine Showmanship, Grades 11-13 - Katelyn Juvrud, Little Falls Livewires Walk-Trot Equitation-Gr. 3-7 - Lyla Stone, Beaver Brook Badgers Walk-Trot Equitation-Gr. 8-13 - Marissa Libersky, Pleasant Lake Western Horsemanship, Gr. 3&4 - Alexis Shae Witthoft, Little Butternut Novice Equitation -

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N/A Walk-Trot Pleasure-Gr. 3-7 - Taylor Bush, Eagle View Walk-Trot Pleasure-Gr.8-13 - Marissa Libersky, Pleasant Lake Western Pleasure-Gr. 3&4 - Alexis Shae Witthoft, Little Butternut Therapeutic Equitation/Pleasure Open - N/A Novice Pleasure, Open Madison Oachs, Cushing English Class, Equitation – Grades 4-6/Explorers 3/4 - Alexis Shae Witthoft, Little Butternut English Class, Equitation – Grades 7 & 8 - Victoria Collins, Eagle View English Class, Equitation – Grades 9 & 10 - Allesha Rivard, Forest View English Class, Equitation – Grades 11-13 - Katelyn Juvrud, Little Falls Livewires English Class, Pleasure – Grades 4-6/Explorers 3/4 - Alexis Shae Witthoft, Little Butternut English Class, Pleasure – Grades 7 & 8 - Victoria Collins, Eagle View English Class, Pleasure – Grades 9 & 10 - Allesha Rivard, Forest View English Class, Pleasure – Grades 11-13 - Katelyn

Juvrud, Little Falls Livewires Western Class, Horsemanship – Grades 5 & 6 - Natalee Bjornstad, Pleasant Lake Western Class, Horsemanship – Grades 7 & 8 - Carly Eibs, Shooting Stars Western Class, Horsemanship – Grades 9 & 10 - Allesha Rivard, Forest View Western Class, Horsemanship – Grades 11-13 - Malena Larson, Knotty Pine Western Bridal Path Victoria Collins, Eagle View Western Class, Pleasure – Grades 5 & 6 - Natalie Bjornstad, Pleasant Lake Western Class, Pleasure – Grades 7 & 8 Emma Fehlen, Pleasant Lake Western Class, Pleasure – Grades 9 & 10 - Allesha Rivard, Forest View Western Class, Pleasure – Grades 11-13 Malena Larson, Knotty Pine Pleasure Driving, open - N/A Reinsmanship, open N/A

Advanced Western Horsemanship - Allesha Rivard, Forest View Therapeutic Trail, Open - N/A Ranch Horse Riding, Grades 3-6 - Brynn Entner, Bronco Busters Ranch Horse Riding, Grades 7-8 - Katelyn Kozak, Northern Lights Ranch Horse Riding, Grades 9-10 - Allesha Rivard, Forest View Ranch Horse Riding, Grades 11-13 - Malena Larson, Knotty Pine Ranch Rail Pleasure, Grades 3-6 - Brynn Entner, Bronco Busters Ranch Rail Pleasure, Grades 7-8 - Carly Eibs, Shooting Stars Ranch Rail Pleasure, Grades 9-10 - Allesha Rivard, Forest View Ranch Rail Pleasure, Grades 11-13 - Malena Larson, Knotty Pine Western Riding, Open: - Victoria Collins, Eagle View Trail Class-Grade 4/ Explorers Gr. 3/4 - Rowan Jones, Bronco Busters Trail Class-Grades 5 & 6 - Lyla Stone, Beaver Brook Badgers Trail Class – Grades 7 & 8 - Marissa Libersky, Pleasant Lake

Congratulations to all exhibitors!

Josie Carlson, Pleasant Lake 4-H, sold her market hog to Swank’s Meats.

Shayla Hulett, Luck FFA, sold her market hog to Brian Gille, Gille Trucking

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Plan to attend the Quality Meats Carcass Show on Thursday, Aug. 2, at Swank’s Meats

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Centenarians honored at Polk County Fair

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Eva Hansen, born April 18, 1918, and her family.

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Leona Brekke, born July 11, 1917, and her family.

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Lillian Meyer, born July 16, 1917, and her family.

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Lloyd Nihiser, born September 20, 1915, and his family.

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Avery Rundquist of Balsam Lake takes a “ride” on a New Holland tractor.

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Seven of 14 county residents 100 or older appear at the fair

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Ruby Swanson, born October 27, 1917, and her family.

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Margaret Paulson, born May 4, 1915, and her family.

The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Northwest Wisconsin (ARDC) honored Polk County residents age 100 or more at the fair on Sunday.

A total of 19 people who are centenarians or will be shortly were honored.

Seven of the 14 came to the ceremony, accompanied by family members.

Those honored included: Sophie Czyscon Skiba, born May 4, 1913.

Mabel Finch, born August 7, 1913.

Doris Rudell, born August 13, 1914.

Theoline Isaacson, born January 11, 1915.

Margaret Paulson, born May 4, 1915.

Thelma Hintz, born June 24, 1915.

Lloyd Nihiser, born September 20, 1915.

Ruth Dueholm, born November 25, 1915.

Dorothy Cronquist, born January 19, 1916.

Josie Wagner, born June 22, 1916.

Laura Bronoel, born September 2, 1916.

Laurel Norman, born June 13, 1917.

Eleanor Brocker, born July 7, 1917.

Leona Brekke, born July 11, 1917.

Lillian Meyer, born July 16, 1917.

Ruby Swanson, born October 27, 1917.

Eva Hansen, born April 18, 1918.

William Patten, born June 14, 1918.

Dorothie Mueller, born October 17, 1918.

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Sophie Czyscon Skiba, born May 4, 1913.

Presented by East Lincoln Alliance Church in partnership with Journey Church

HOPE ALIVE 2:00-5:30 ACTIVITIES

lawn games for adults (giant jenga, corn hole, etc.) fun activities for kids (bouncy house, face painting, etc.) an inflatable obstacle course for teens/adults, as well as snacks and refreshments - including

4:30-6:00 DINNER

$1 brats and hot dogs; grilled corn on the cob

6:00 CONCERT The East Lincoln Band & featured performance by

August 4th, 2018 at Michael Park in Amery, WI

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AND THE WINNING CONTINUES . . .

Trail Class – Grades 9 & 10 - Allesha Rivard, Forest View Trail Class – Grades 11-13 - Malena Larson, Knotty Pine Costume Class, open - Megan Osero, Beaver Brook Badgers Egg & Spoon – Grades 7 and under - Jadie Simpkins, Bronco Busters Egg & Spoon – Grades 8-10 - Daedyn Pearce, Deronda Diplomats Egg & Spoon – Grades 11-13 - Aubree Boissy, Bronco Busters Pole Bending – Gr. 3 & 4 - Grace Siera, Bronco Busters Pole Bending – Gr. 5 & 6 - Emily Eley, Little Butternut Pole Bending – Gr. 7 & 8 - Emily Oman, Beaver Brook Badgers Pole Bending – Gr. 9 & 10 - Greta Erickson, Little Falls Livewires Pole Bending – Gr. 11-13 - Aubree Boissy, Bronco Busters Barrels – Gr. 3 & 4 Grace Siera, Bronco Busters Barrels – Gr. 5 & 6 -

Jadie Simpkins, Bronco Busters Barrels – Gr. 7 & 8 Paige Shakal, Little Falls Livewires Barrels – Gr. 9 & 10 Savanna Grant, Bronco Busters Barrels – Gr. 111 – 13 - Kylie Krueger, Bronco Busters Flag Race – Gr. 3 & 4 - Destiny Denetz, Bone Lake Beavers Flag Race – Gr. 5 & 6 Emily Eley, Little Butternut Flag Race – Gr. 7 & 8 - Carly Eibs, Shooting Stars Flag Race – Gr. 9 & 10 - Trey Boissy, Bronco Busters Flag Race – Gr. 11-13 Aubree Boissy, Bronco Busters Lt. Special – Gr. 3 & 4 - Grace Siera, Bronco Busters Lt. Special – Gr. 5 & 6 Jadie Simpkins, Bronco Busters Lt. Special – Gr. 7 & 8 Paige Shakal, Little Falls Livewires Lt. Special – Gr. 9 & 10 - Savanna Grant, Bronco

Busters Lt. Special – Gr. 11-12 - Aubree Boissy, Bronco Busters Plug Race – Gr. 3 & 4 - Grace Siera, Bronco Busters Plug Race – Gr. 5 & 6 Jadie Simpkins, Bronco Busters Plug Race – Gr. 7 & 8 - Carly Eibs, Shooting Stars Plug Race – Gr. 9 & 10 Grace Bergstrom, Bronco Busters Plug Race – Gr. 11-13 Kylie Krueger, Bronco Busters Key Race – Gr. 3-4 Grace Siera, Bronco Busters Key Race – Gr. 5-6 - Ava Kersten, Bronco Busters Key Race – Gr. 7-8 Paige Shakal, Little Falls Livewires Key Race – Gr. 9-10 - Trey Boissy, Bronco Busters Key Race – Gr. 11-13 Aubree Boissy, Bronco Busters Jumping Figure Eight – Gr. 3-4 - Grace Siera, Bronco Busters Jumping Figure Eight

– Gr. 5-6 - Emily Eley, Little Butternut Jumping Figure Eight – Gr. 7-8 - Lexis Olson, Shooting Stars Jumping Figure Eight – Gr. 9-10 - Greta Erickson, Little Falls Livewires Jumping Figure Eight – Gr. 11-13 - Aubree Boissy, Bronco Busters Junior Division Dairy PUREBRED DIVISION Holstein Junior Champion Female - Amber Mevissen, Cushing Junior Reserve Champion Female - Jack Nelson, Forest View Senior Champion Female - Ella Williamson, Beaver Brook Badgers Senior Reserve Champion Female - Ella Williamson, Beaver Brook Badgers Grand Champion - Ella Williamson, Beaver Brook Badgers Reserve Grand Champion - Ella Williamson, Beaver Brook Badgers Supreme Champion Brooke Swenson, Cush-

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Guernsey Junior Champion Female - Katie Christensen, Jolly Milltown Junior Reserve Champion Female - Katie Christensen, Jolly Milltown Senior Champion Female - Katie Christensen, Jolly Milltown Grand Champion Katie Christensen, Jolly Milltown Reserve Grand Champion - Katie Christensen, Jolly Milltown

Brown Swiss Junior Champion Female - Gabbie Neumann, Forest View Junior Reserve Champion Female - Madelyn Doolittle, St. Croix Falls FFA Senior Champion Female - Kasey Maypark, Cushing Senior Reserve Champion Female - Isaac Demulling, Forest View Grand Champion - Kasey Maypark, Cushing Reserve Grand Champion - Isaac Demulling, Forest View

Jersey Junior Champion Female - Marie Haase, Forest View Junior Reserve Champion Female - Allitny Swanson, Indian Creek Senior Champion Female - Luke Haase, Forest View Senior Reserve Champion Female - Katelyn Haase, Forest View Grand Champion Luke Haase, Forest View Reserve Grand Champion - Katelyn Haase,

Thank You! Beaver Brook Badgers 4-H would like to thank those who purchased our market animals, and to all of the bidders for their continued support of the Polk County Fair Quality Meat Auction.

Amery Chevrolet for purSt Croix Casino for purchasing my Grand Champion Steer - Joshua Bohn chasing my Reserve Champion Goat - Jason Hanson

Bremer Bank for purchasing my market lamb Courtney Glenna

Williamson-White Funeral Home for purchasing my market steer - Brady Prindle

GRADES Holstein Junior Champion Female - Scout Dodds, West Sweden Junior Reserve Champion Female - Autumn

Thanks to area businesses/ organizations for sponsoring the various livestock shows

Clear Lake True Value for purchasing my market steer - Andrew Prindle

Farm Table Restaurant for purchasing my market lamb Joseph Glenna

Milking Shorthorn Junior Champion Female - Trevor Place, Clayton FFA Grand Champion Trevor Place, Clayton FFA

Larry & Lorna Coleman for purchasing my market steer Joseph Bohn

Cardinal Glass for purchasing my market lamb - Chloe Olson

Farm Table Restaurant for purchasing my market hog Carter Nielsen

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Polk County Fair exhibitors Hermansen, Little Butternut Senior Champion Female - Mikayla Peper, Forest View Senior Reserve Champion Female - Scout Dodds, West Sweden Grand Champion - Mikayla Peper, Forest View Reserve Grand Champion - Scout Dodds, West Sweden Jersey Junior Champion Female - Haley Hermansen, Little Butternut Junior Reserve Champion Female - Madelyn Gordner, Little Butternut Senior Champion Female - Wyatt Hase, Joel Jets Senior Reserve Champion Female - Julianna Thompson, Little Butternut Grand Champion - Wyatt Hase, Joel Jets Reserve Grand Champion - Julianna Thompson, Little Butternut Brown Swiss Junior Champion Fe-

male - Scout Dodds, West Sweden Junior Reserve Champion Female - Tracker Dodds, West Sweden Grand Champion - Scout Dodds, West Sweden Reserve Grand Champion - Tracker Dodds, West Sweden Milking Shorthorn Junior Champion Female - Annaleise Wright, Little Butternut Grand Champion Annaleise Wright, Little Butternut Ayrshire Junior Champion Female - Michael Wright, Little Butternut Grand Champion Michael Wright, Little Butternut Showmanship Senior Division – 18 & over - Brooke Swenson, Cushing Senior Division – age 17 - Kristi Getschel, Forest View Senior Division – age

16 - Carson Johnson, Cushing Senior Division – age 15 - Andrew Carlson, Beaver Brook Badgers Intermediate Division – age 14 - Megan Reigel, Forest View Intermediate Division – age 13 - Madison Hollister, Beaver Brook Badgers Intermediate Division – age 12 - Josie Johnson, Cushing Intermediate Division – age 11 - Tracker Dodds, West Sweden Junior Division – age 10 - Luciana Aizpurua, Beaver Brook Badgers Junior Division – age 9 and under - Maryalyce Batchelor, Forest View Supreme Showman Brooke Swenson, Cushing

“Princess for a Day” recipient Chevelle Lee, Amery, was having her hair done by Billie Erickson, Balsam Lake Princess.

Knotty Pine 4-H would like to thank everyone who purchased our market animals at the Polk County Fair Livestock Auction and to all of the bidders for their tremendous support.

Thank you to Westdale Farm LLC for purchasing my market steer at the Polk County Fair, and also to all of the bidders for their wonderful support of the livestock auction.

Victoria Carlson Amery FFA

Frontier Ag for purchasing my market steer.

Drew Niles

Cardinal Glass for purchasing my market steer.

Elizabeth Rosen

Synergy Coop for purchasing my market steer.

Calvin Rosen

Thank You!

A special thanks to Gille Trucking for purchasing my market hog at the Polk County Fair Quality Meat Auction.

Also, thank you to the bidders for their wonderful support.

Shayla Hulett Luck FFA

Carlson SV for purchasing Evenson Construction & my market steer.

Supply for purchasing my Champion AGD lamb.

William Fitzer Krysten Ray

Cardinal Glass for purchasing my market steer.

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Hundreds of exhibits were on display OPEN DIVISION Open Division Beef Junior Champion Female - Oliver Wood, Clear Lake Grand Champion Female - Oliver Wood, Clear Lake Open Division Beer & Wine Champion Beer & Wine - Karen Lundgren, St. Croix Falls Open Division Dairy Products Reserve Grand Champion Dairy Product Margo Hanson, Cushing Grand Champion Dairy Product - Margo Hanson, Cushing Open Division Llama/Alpacas Champion – light to medium wool female, registered - Mary Kjeseth, Amery Champion – heavy wool male, Registered - Don Dipprey, Comstock Champion – heavy wool female, Registered - Karalyn Littlefield, Turtle Lake Champion – Suri female, Registered - Grace Belz, Amery Overall Supreme Champion Llama - Karalyn Littlefield, Turtle

Lake Grand Champion – Male - Don Dipprey, Comstock Grand Champion – Female - Karalyn Littlefield, Turtle Lake Reserve Grand Champion – Female - Grace Betz, Amery Champion – Alpaca non-breeder - Mary Kjeseth, Amery Champion – Alpaca female, Registered - Grace Betz, Amery Reserve Champion – Alpaca female, Registered - Don Dipprey, Comstock Open Division Swine Grand Champion Sow Oliver Wood, Clear Lake Open Division Cultural Arts Champion Watercolor Painting - Paul Oman, Deer Park Champion Acrylic Painting - Nicole Grey, Luck Champion Oil Painting - None Champion Pastel Painting - Amy Klein, St. Croix Falls Champion Sketch - Danielle Rondeau, Osceola Champion Painted or Dyed Article - Joyce Turnquist, Centuria Champion Holiday

Craft - Megan Ritterpusch, Clear Lake Champion Doll and Toy - Susan Olson, Amery Champion Fiber Christine Wood, Clear Lake Champion Craft - Laina Wren, Amery Champion Creative Writing - Russell Hanson, Cushing Champion All Other Arts & Crafts - Monica Swank, Amery Res. Gr. Champion Cultural Arts Exhibit - Joyce Turnquist, Centuria Grand Champion Cultural Arts Exhibit - Paul Oman, Deer Park Exceptional/Special Needs Champion Shelley Swanson, St. Croix Falls Open Knitting & Crocheting Champion Knitting Julie Libonate, Amery Champion Crocheting Peggy Schilling, Frederic Res. Gr. Champion Knitting/Crocheting Marlene Johnson, Amery Gr. Champion Knitting/Crocheting - Peggy Schilling, Frederic Open Natural Sciences Champion Bees & Honey Exhibit - Rolf Sucket, Amery

Champion Maple Syrup Exhibit - Mickey Ovik, Frederic Res. Grand Champion Natural Science Exhibit Margo Hanson, Cushing Grand Champion Natural Science Exhibit Mickey Ovik, Frederic Open Clothing Champion Infant’s Garment - Kathleen Maxon, Amery Champion Child’s Garment - Debra Rush, Osceola Champion Youth Garment - Debra Rush, Osceola Champion Adult Garment - Olga Schwartz, Centuria Res. Champion Adult Garment - Susan Olson, Amery Res. Gr. Champion Clothing - Olga Schwartz, Centuria Grand Champion Clothing - Kathleen Maxon, Amery Open Home Furnishings Champion Quilt Rebekah Gustafson, Dresser Champion Linens - Susan Olson, Amery Champion Bath Linens - Christine Wood, Clear Lake Champion Room Accessories - Penny Christen-

Thank You to . . .

Dave’s Auto Body for purchasing my Reserve Champion market steer at the Polk County Fair.

A special thanks to all the bidders for supporting the auction.

Sam Black

Eagle View 4-H I would like to express my gratitude to Amery Hospital & Clinic for purchasing my market hog at my final Polk County Fair, as I graduate from 4-H. Thanks to all the bidders for their support and a special thanks to the people that make the Polk County Fair possible. Your tremendous support of 4-H makes the best better!

Hannah Germain Pleasant Lake 4-H

Thank You . . .

The Fehlen family would like to thank all of the bidders at the Polk County Fair Livestock Auction, and a special thanks to the purchasers of our animals.

Johnson Motors for purchasing my market steer.

Edward Fehlen

Pleasant Lake 4-H

Amery Meat Market for purchasing my market steer.

Emma Fehlen

Pleasant Lake 4-H

son, Centuria Res. Ch. Champion Home Furnishings - Susan Olson, Amery Grand Champion Home Furnishings - Rebekah Gustafson, Dresser Open Foods & Nutrition Champion Yeast Bread - Olga Schwartz, Centuria Champion Quick Bread - Kyra Cox, Centuria Champion Cake - Amber Schmit, Clear Lake Champion Decorated Food - Karen Lundgren, St. Croix Falls Champion Cookies Jackie Thompson, Luck Champion Pastry Kent Pickard, Amery Champion Candy - Linda Owens, Frederic Reserve Grand Champion Food Exhibit - Amber Schmit, Clear Lake Grand Champion Food Exhibit - Kyra Cox, Centuria Res. Gr. Champion Food Preservation - Dave Clausen, Amery Grand Champion Food Preservation - Shay Jaden Webb, St. Croix Falls Champion Gluten Free - Dawn Erickson, Clayton Open Photography Champion Color Exhibit - Jill Armstrong,

Amery Res. Champion Color Exhibit - Amy Hoffman, Centuria Champion Black/White Exhibit - Douglas Belisle, Deer Park Res. Champion Black/ White Exhibit - Jody Vollrath, Milltown Grand Champion Photography Exhibit - Douglas Belisle, Deer Park Res. Grand Champion Photography Exhibit Amy Hoffman, Centuria Open Division Flowers & Houseplants Champion Cut Flower Shirley Zinn, Amery Champion Floral Arrangements - Marcia Johnson, Amery Champion House Plants & Containers Betty Tomasek, Amery Res. Gr. Champion Flower/House Plant - Angie Lundin, Dresser Open Division Antiques Champion Colored Glass/Clear Glass - Gordon Hibbs, Frederic Champion Stoneware & Pottery - Shirley Zinn, Amery Champion China or Porcelain - Pam Engen, Frederic Champion Paper Articles - Kim Rosen, Clear Lake

Thank You to Synergy Coop for purchasing my ADG Champion Steer Also, thanks to all of the bidders for their tremendous support of the Polk County Fair Quality Meats Auction.

Ava Ulrich

Forest View 4-H

Thank you to Neumann Roofing for purchasing my market lamb.

A special thank you to all of the bidders for their support of the Polk County Fair.

Caleb Campeau Pleasant Lake 4-H

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Champion Advertising Menda Michaud, Osceola Champion Photography - Shirley Zinn, Amery Champion Home - Lisa Heinz, Balsam Lake Champion Handwork Joan Sorenson, Luck Champion Clothing & Accessories - Tracy Frokjer, Centuria Champion Sports - David Clausen, Amery Champion Metal - None Champion Miscellaneous - Ken Johnson, Luck Reserve Grand Champion Antique - Kim Rosen, Clear Lake Grand Champion Antique - Tracy Frokjer, Centuria Open Division Farm Crops Champion Threshed Grains - Oliver Wood,

Clear Lake Champion Ripe Grain Sheaf - Douglas Owens, Frederic Champion Hay Sheaf Casey Catlin, Comstock Champion Corn Stalk Exhibit - Jason Kjeseth, Deer Park Champion Ear Corn Exhibit - Douglas Owens, Frederic Champion Shelled Corn Exhibit - Allis Wood, Clear Lake Champion, Any Other Corn - None Champion Hay Exhibit - Allis Wood, Clear Lake Champion Silage Exhibit - Brett Getschel, New Richmond Res. Grand Champion Farm Crop - Allis Wood, Clear Lake Grand Champion Farm Crop - Brett Getschel, New Richmond

Thank you to Denny’s Auto for purchasing my market hog at the Polk County Fair and also to all of the bidders for the wonderful support of the livestock auction.

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THANKS!

Open Division Woodworking Res. Grand Champion Woodworking - Michael Polta, Amery Grand Champion Woodworking - Walter Lenk, Amery Open Division Fruits & Vegetables Champion Potato - Lee Erickson, Clayton Champion Standard Cultivar - Lee Erickson, Clayton Champion Herb Exhibit - Kristin Boland, Luck Res. Gr. Champion Vegetable Exhibit - Kristin Boland, Luck Grand Champion Vegetable Exhibit - Lee Erickson, Clayton Champion Plate of Apples - Russell Hanson, Cushing

Open Division Poultry & Eggs Reserve Champion American Class - Rebecca Linc, Luck Champion American Class - Shaila Johnson, St. Croix Falls Res. Ch. Mediterranean Class - Debra Tretsven, Cushing Champion Mediterranean Class - Kendra Newman, Star Prairie Reserve Champion Crossbred Section - Monte Tretsven, Cushing Champion Crossbred Section - Shaila Johnson, St. Croix Falls Reserve Champion Asiatic Class Section - Monte Tretsven, Cushing Champion Asiatic Class Section - Vince Kobernick, Turtle Lake Res. Champion English

Josie Carlson

Pleasant Lake 4-H

It was much appreciated!

Garrett Lee Forest View 4-H

PLEASANT LAKE 4-H

Also, thanks to the bidders for their great support

A special thank you to Drew Waterman of Waterman Sanitation for his mentorship to the boys with their show cattle.

Thank you to FB Contractors for purchasing my Reserve Grand Champion Lamb at the Polk County Fair. A special thanks to all of the bidders for the wonderful support!

Mattie Newman

Thank You to Swank’s Meats for purchasing my market hog at the Polk County Fair!

The Bohn Family

The Amery FFA would like to thank all of the bidders for their great support of the Polk County Fair Livestock Auction and a special thank you to area businesses that purchased our animals!

Bremer Bank for purchasing my market hog.

Drew Meyer

OXBO International for purchasing my market hog.

Katherine Elwood

Countryside Cooperative for purchasing my market hog.

Tayler Elwood

Black Brook Kennels for purchasing my market hog.

Deanna Meyer

Bremer Bank for purchasing my market hog.

Essie Whitehead

St. Croix Casino for purchasing my market hog.

Autumn Rivard

Cardinal Glass for purchasing my market hog.

Dani Meyer

St. Croix Casino for purchasing my market hog.

Alaina Rivard

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Polk County Fair results Class Section - Taunya Kobernick, Turtle Lake Champion English Class Section - Mack Hagen, Osceola Res. Champion Continental Section - Peyton Everson, Osceola Champion Continental Section - Monte Tretsven, Cushing Res. Ch. All Other Standard Section - Payton Everson, Osceola Champion All Other Standard Section - Monte Tretsven, Cushing Res. Champion Game Section - Monte Tretsven, Cushing Champion Game Section - Carolyn Peterson, Balsam Lake Res. Champion Bantam Section - Charlie DeMars, Osceola Champion Bantam Section - Joyce Hanson, Frederic Res. Champion Polish Monte Tretsven, Cushing Champion Polish - Rebecca Linc, Luck Res. Champion Ameraucana - Joyce Hanson, Frederic Champion Ameraucana - Carolyn Peterson, Balsam Lake Res. Champion Oriental - Kirk Carlson,

Dresser Champion Oriental Joyce Hanson, Frederic Res. Champion Non-Standard - Rebecca Linc, Luck Champion Non-Standard - Rebecca Linc, Luck Res. Champion Heavy Variety Duck - Jesse Gross, Luck Champion Heavy Variety Duck - Rebecca Linc, Luck Res. Champion Medium Variety Duck - Mark Rasmussen, Clear Lake Champion Medium Variety Duck - Mark Rasmussen, Clear Lake Champion Light Variety Duck - Luke Peterson, Balsam Lake Reserve Champion Duck - Jesse Gross, luck Champion Duck -Scarlett Viebrock, Deer Park Reserve Champion Turkey - Evelyn Strobach, Clear Lake Champion Turkey Liam Strobach, Clear Lake Res. Gr. Champion of Show – Overall - Kirk Carlson, Dresser Grand Champion of Show – Overall - Joyce Hanson, Frederic

Thank you!

Burnett Dairy Co-op for purchasing my market hog at the Polk County Fair Livestock Auction.

All of the support from the bidders is very much appreciated at the annual event.

Jacob Erickson

Open Division Rabbits Champion (Best of Breed) Dutch - Carly Morgan, Amery Champion (Best of Breed) Dwarf Hotot Vivienne Brown, Dresser Champion (Best of Breed) Harlequin - Scott Morgan, Amery Champion (Best of Breed) Lionhead - Laina Wren, Amery Champion (Best of Breed) Mini Lop - Becky Larson, Star Prairie Champion (Best of Breed) Mini Rex - Brenda Brandt, Osceola Champion (Best of Breed) Netherland Dwarf - Trent Morgan, Amery Champion (Best of Breed) Rex - Laina Wren, Amery Champion (Best of Breed) Champagne D’Argent - Katelyn Mewes, Turtle Lake Reserve Champion (Best of Breed) Dutch - Becky Larson, Star Prairie Reserve Champion (Best of Breed) Dwarf Hotot - Vivienne Brown, Dresser Reserve Champion (Best of Breed) Harlequin - Carly Morgan, Amery

Reserve Champion (Best of Breed) Mini Lop - Becky Larson, Star Prairie Reserve Champion (Best of Breed) Mini Rex Brenda Brandt, Osceola Reserve Champion (Best of Breed) Netherland Dwarf - Becky Larson, Star Prairie Reserve Champion (Best of Breed) Polish - Laina Wren, Amery Reserve Champion (Best of Breed) Rex Laina Wren, Amery Reserve Champion (Best of Breed) English Lops - Katelyn Mewes, Turtle Lake Reserve Grand Champion of Show - Brenda Brandt, Osceola Grand Champion of Show - Becky Larson, Star Prairie

SENIOR DIVISION Senior Division Photography Reserve Grand Champion Photography - Melanie Hoag, Dresser Grand Champion Photography - John E. Park, Sr., Luck Senior Knitting & Crocheting Res. Gr. Champion Knitting/Crocheting - Julianne Gryphan, Luck Grand Champion Knitting/Crocheting - Kathryn Mueller, Luck Senior Division Home Furnishings Res. Gr. Champion Home Furnishings Kathryn Mueller, Luck Grand Champion Home Furnishings - Kathryn Mueller, Luck Senior Cultural Arts Reserve Grand Champion Cultural Arts - Peggy Hagstrom, Clear Lake Grand Champion Cultural Arts - Carol Welch, Amery Senior Division Antiques Reserve Grand Cham-

Thank You to St. Croix Casino for purchasing my market hog at the Polk County Fair, and also to all of the bidders for their wonderful support of the livestock auction.

Thank You!

Rural Insurance for purchasing my market lamb at the Polk County Fair.

A special thanks to all the bidders for their support of the livestock auction.

Ann Boland BONE LAKE BEAVERS 4-H

Thank You to Cushing Co-op for purhasing my market lamb at the Polk County Fair.

Also, thanks to all of the bidders for supporting the livestock auction.

RaeAnna Johnston Shooting Stars 4-H

Senior Division Flowers & House Plants Champion Cut Flower Kathryn Mueller, Luck Res. Champion Cut Flowers - Julianne Gryphan, Luck Senior Division Plant & Soil Sciences Res. Gr. Champion Plant & Soil Science Judy Randall, Luck Grand Champion Plant & Soil Science - Davis Mueller, Luck Senior Foods & Nutrition Res. Gr. Champion Foods/Nutrition - William Bosak, Frederic Grand Champion Foods/Nutrition - Judy Randall, Luck Senior Woodworking Res. Grand Champion Woodworking - William Bosak, Frederic Grand Champion Woodworking - William Bosak, Frederic

Thank You to J & S General Contracting for purchasing my market lamb at the County Fair.

Also, thanks to all of the bidders for supporting the livestock auction.

Samuel Dusek Clear Lake FFA

Mitchel Maassen, Turtle Lake FFA

West Sweden 4-H

pion Antiques - Elaine Gudmunsen, Centuria Grand Champion Antiques - William Bosak, Frederic

Thank You to St. Croix Casino for purchasing my market steer.

A special thank you to all of the bidders for their support of the Polk County Fair.

Kate Petersen, Clear Lake FFA

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Pedal Tractor Pull Results Girls 4 and under1. Pearl Melin, Cushing 2. Evelyn Strobach, Clear Lake 3.: Samantha Tiry, Amery; Olympica Jaurez, St. Croix Falls Girls 5 & 61. Lexi Lewis, Clayton 2. Arika Anderson, Turtle Lake 3. Madelyn Weinert, Chetek Girls 7 & 81. Emma Ruter 2. Madelyn Schuesner, Milltown 3. Lila Schuh, Turtle Lake Girls 9 & 101. Brooke Colburn, Almena 2. Kyra Cox, Centuria 3. Reanna Welken Girls 11 & 121. Savanna Briese, Hammond 2. Layla Porter, Webster 3. Torree McDowell, Turtle Lake

Boys 4 and under1. Jaxon Striddle, St. Croix Falls 2. Elizah Wilson, Luck 3. Ben Machell, Amery Boys 5 & 61. Luke Vorwald, River Falls 2. Samuel Belisle, Somerset 3. Dillon Haase, Osceola Boys 7 & 81. Boe Carlson 2. Nick Binversie, Luck 3. Tyson Johnson, New Richmond Boys 9 & 101.

Riley Johnson, Chetek 2. Shawn Vorwald, River Falls 3. Domenic Jaurez Boys 11 & 121. Connor Voight, Almena 2. Caleb Box, Centuria 3. Thomas Iverson, Roberts

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Talent Show Results

12 and under1. Julia Fredericks (clogging) 2. Julianna Johnson (improv dance) 3. Ella, Jada & Adam (comedy) 8 and under 1. Sophia Lavigne (singing) 2. Jenna, Addie & Ella (gymnastic hoverboards) 3. Jacob Allen (mandolin) Adult1. McKenna Hammons

Horse Pull Results Lights: 1st: Jim Schleich, Hokah, MN 2nd: Jim Schleich, Hokah, MN 3rd: Harold Jackson Jr., Colfax 4th: Brianna Forster, Menomonie 5th: Lane Duden, Maiden Rock Heavies: 1st: Tracy Hanson, Chatfield, MN 2nd: Steve Gilgenbach, Wheeler 3rd: Glen Johnson, Mondovi 4th: Bob Hanson, Spring Valley 5th: Bryce Forster, Menomonie

Congratulations to all exhibitors at the Polk County Fair!

Margo Rosen, CarlsonSV, purchased a market steer from William Fitzer, Knotty Pine 4-H.

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

Owen Anderson, Cattail Clover 4-H, won first place in Pig Showmanship with his friend Charlotte.

Amery Meat Market is a proud support of the Polk County Fair!

Amery Meat Market purchased a market steer from Emma Fehlen, Pleasant Lake 4H.

Congratulations to all exhibitors!

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Demo Derby Results

Tractor Pull Results Farm Stock 9500 Turbo 1. Jesse Wilson 2. David Petherbridge

Farm Stock 4500 NT 1. James White 2. Richard L. Nelson 3. Nathan Johnson

Hobby Stock 4700 1. John C. Hughes Hobby Stock 5700 1. Bradley Anderson

Farm Stock 11000 Turbo 1. Jacob Wohlk 2. Seth Olson 3. Alec Koser

Farm Stock 5500 NT 1.Scott Becker 2. Kristin Solum 3. Steve Olson

Farm Stock 10500 NT 1. Drew Dumke 2. Tim Wilson Farm Stock 7000 Turbo 1. Mike Greenfield 2. Jonan Trelsven 3. Mike Holub

Farm Stock Unlimited Turbo 1. Gunner Aack 2. Charles Turner Hot Farm 10500 1 & 2: Greg Rayment Hot Farm 11500 1. & 2. Greg Rayment

Youth Chain 1. Devin Lindell 2. Skyler Hite 3. Mercedes Nelson

After Chores 10500 1. Cody Frederick 2. Jeff Johnson 3. Gary Meyer

Farm Stock 15000 Turbo 1. Andrew Haase 2. Carl Benck 3. Luke Christensen

Farm Stock 9000 NT 1. Jonathon Derocker 2. Drew Dumke 3. Scott Becker

FWD Chain 1. Josh Goglin 2. Austin Wahlberg 3. Jacob Tourville

After Chores 10000 1. Cody Frederick 2. Gary Meyer 3. Jeff Johnson

Farm Stock 13000 Turbo 1. Aaron O’Connell 2. Brian Arntson 3. Derek Wohlk

Farm Stock 7000 NT 1. Scott Becker 2. Aaron Vadner 3. Peter Branstad

Chain Limited Weld Cars 1. Chris Lancaster 2. Rich Melton 3. Austin Galloway

Stock Trucks 1. Dustin Groehler

Limited Prostock 9500 1. Andy Zettul 2. Al Becker Limited Prostock 10000 1. Andy Zettul 2. Al Becker

2. Tyler Dideger 3. Ezra Buhr Mid Size Weld 1. Josh Posey 2. Andy Olson 3. Patrick Lyons Mini Van/SUV Class Chain 1. Donna Holten Lawn Mowers 1. Tran Anderson 2. Joey Alewine 3. Chandler Vandervelton

Thank you to FB Contractors for purchasing my market hog.

Also, thanks to all of the bidders for your tremendous support of the Polk County Fair over the years.

Modified 6000 1. Doyle Christian 2. Jeremy Carlson

Jon Erickson Clear Lake FFA

Thank you to the local Agri-Businesses who contributed to the 2018 Polk County Dairy Show Accelerated Genetics Advanced Dairy Systems, Inc. American Excelsior Corp.

Andersen Window Corp.

Anderson Vet Service Atlas Cooperative Todd Beaver, Milk Testing, LLC Bernard’s Northtown Bill’s IBA Bremer Bank Burnett Dairy Cooperative Cattle Connection

Compeer Financial Services Countryside Cooperative Crystal Ball Farms Cushing Cooperative EBJ Livestock Market, Inc. East Central Dairy Supply F & A Dairy F.B. Contractors Farm Country Service, LLC Federated Coops, Inc. Fisk Trucking Foremost Farms

Form A Feed Four Hands Holsteins Frederic Fuel Co. Inc. Steve Fronk Golden J Guernseys Haase Dairy, Inc. Hoffman Hoff Trimming Horse Creek Holsteins Hwy. 48 Farm Services, Inc. Idle Gold Guernseys Indianhead Renewable Forest Products Jeff’s Small Engine Service

FOUR HANDS HOLSTEINS Crew

Back, left to right, Kelsey Oman, Andrew Carlson, Madison Hollister, Courtney Glenna, Ella Williamson, Grace Carlson, Hailey Clausen, Ethan Dado, Meikah Dado. Middle, Anna Williamson, Siri Yuhas, Luciana Aizpurua, Kruse Yuhas. Front, Abraham Macholl, Laken Aizpurua, Willow Macholl, Mateo Aizpurua. Missing were Harlon Stone, Taylor Lien and Trent Dado.

Jens Gold Farm KS Dairy Consulting Lakecrest Farm Link Implement, Inc. Loen Lane Farm Luck FFA Alumni Marshland Farms, Inc. Maxwell Heating & AC Miller Transfer, Inc. Minglewood Inc. Monson Consulting North Valley Farm

Northern Veterinary Services Northwest Insurance Agency Northwest WI Vet Service Osceola Vet Clinic Pickard Trucking, Inc. Polk-Burnett Ag Source DHI Foundation Polk County Farm Bureau Sandy Acres Trucking St. Croix Valley Hardwoods Steve Swenson Trucking Tractor Supply Trade Lake Mutual US Bank

HORSE CREEK HOLSTEINS SHOW Crew

Left to right, Madison Rud, Maryalyce Butchelor, Raeann Lehman, Rachel Nelson, Jack Nelson, Megan Reigel.

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Dairyland Garden Tractor Pullers Pull Results 4 Cylinder 1450 1. Carol Gerner 4 Cylinder 1600 1. Carol Gerner Diesel 1800 1. Merle Larson Diesel 1900 1. Matt Larson Hot Stock 1050 1. Jason Erickson 2. Matt Keeley 3. Mick Luehmann

Hot Stock 800 1. Conner Luehmann 2. Dakota Scalzo 3. Tyler Haaf

Outlaw 1150 1. Gordy Gutzwiler 2. Arlan Marcott 3. Dave Dumke

Hot Stock 950 1. Matt Keeley 2. Jason Erickson 3. Cody McGee

Oulaw Open 1250 1. Gary Thill 2. Jeff Gutzwiller 3. Gerod Gonske

Outlaw 1100 1. Gordy Gutzwiller 2. Arlen Marcott 3. Dave Dumke

Outlaw Open 1350 1. Gary Thill 2w. Jeff Gutzwiller 3. Jason Diesterhaft

Deronda Diplomats 4-H would like to thank all of the bidders for their great support of the Polk County Fair Livestock Auction, and a special thank you to area businesses that purchased our animals.

Amery Chevrolet for purchasing my market lamb.

Tianna Lochner Countryside Cooperative for purchasing my market hog.

Thomas Christenson

Congratulations to all Polk County Fair Exhibitors!

Willow Ridge Healthcare purchased a market hog from Katie Christensen, Jolly Milltown 4-H

Please join us for our annual Pig Roast on Wednesday, Aug. 8, 4-7 p.m.

Willow Ridge Healthcare 400 Deronda St., Amery 715-268-8171

Special - Hometown Stock 1000 1. Paul Lundgren 2. Mason Tylee 3. Gavin Lundgren Special - Hometown Stock 800 1. Gavin Lundgren 2. Jim Larson 3. Gavin Lundgren Stock 1050 1. Kandence Larson 2. Lily Harmon 3. John Tyler

Stock 950 1. Kadence Larson 2. John Tyler 3. Lily Harmon

Twin Cylinder 950 1. Charlie Boese 2. John Tyler 3. Dale Andrea

Stock Altered 1000 1. Matt Keeley 2. Irvin Evenson

Unlimited Open 1600 1. Penne Thill 2. Brandon Kahl 3. Tom Behling

Stock Altered 1100 1. Irvin Evenson 2. Matt Keeley Twin Cylinder 1050 1. John Tyler 2. Charlie Boese 3. Dale Andrea

Unlimited Open 1700 1. Brandon Kahl 2. Daniel Behling 3. Penne Thill

Congratulations to all exhibitors at the Polk County Fair Amery Chevrolet purchased the Reserve Champion ADG Steer from Lauren Ellefson, Forest View 4-H

Tianna Lochner, Deronda Diplomats 4-H, sold her market lamb to Amery Chevrolet

Jason Hanson, Beaver Brook Badgers 4-H, sold his Reserve Champion Goat to Amery Chevrolet

Hwy. 46, Amery, WI 715-268-7676 888-257-7989

Service Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

Saturday, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

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Megan Osero, winner of the costume class with her horse project.

Congratulations to all the Polk County Fair exhibitors.

Thank you for your help in gathering information and photos from this year’s event!

Bremer Bank is proud to be a part of the Polk County Fair.

Jarett Davison Isaac Christenson, Bremer Bank

Scout Dodds Isaac Christenson, Bremer Bank

Courtney Glenna Isaac Christenson, Bremer Bank

Grace Haase Isaac Christenson, Bremer Bank

Drew Meyer Isaac Christenson, Bremer Bank

Essie Whitehead Isaac Christenson, Bremer Bank

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