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Polk County voters will face some tough choices this November when asked to decide between several contested races.

Republican Sharon Jorgenson and Democrat Mary Jo Hacker will vie for the County Clerk position, while incumbent Democrat Dan Steffen goes head-to-head with Republican challenger Jeff Kemp in a contentious race for Polk County District Attorney.

Also on the ballot running unopposed are Register of Deeds candidate Sally Spanel, and Treasurer candidate Amanda Nissen.

Some of these candidates are new to voters, and others are not. To arm our readers with as much information as possible, we got right to the point with these candidates, and asked them tough questions that voters really want to know this November 8.

Voters who’d still like to learn more about each candidate will have the opportunity to ask more questions at a candidate forum sponsored by Friends of the Milltown Public Library on October 11th. The forum will be held at the Milltown Public Library from 7 to 9 p.m.

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City pays $1,500 to settle with former employee

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The settlement agreement was obtained by the Free Press though a request under Wisconsin’s Public Records law.

According to City Administrator Darcy Long, Will was employed by the city from May 20, 2015 until May 5, 2016. She reported to Long and held the position of Management Analyst.

Neither the city or Will admits to any wrongdoing or violation of any statute,

ordinance or common laws. The city has entered into the settlement “solely to avoid the economic and non-economic costs of ongoing litigation and business interruption.”

The settlement agreement and final release was approved by the Amery City Council at a special meeting on Aug. 22 at the conclusion of a closed session. It was signed by Will on Sept.6 and by Mayor Kay Erickson and Coun-

THE SUN The City of Amery and former employee Megan Will have agreed to a settlement and unconditional release.

The city has paid $1,500 to Will’s attorneys, the law firm of Bakke Norman, and removed records placed in Will’s personnel fi le after her resignation on May 5 as well as other considerations.

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The agreement alludes to Will asserting that she was constructively discharged from her position with the city. Constructive discharge occurs when an employee resigns as a result of the employer creating a hostile work environment.

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SETTLEMENT: Former employee alleged hostile work environment with City of Amery FROM PAGE 1A

documents from Will’s personnel fi le: a self-learning plan soft-skills/ core competencies plan dated April 26 and “that certain document summarizing certain issues regarding Megan Will’s employment with the city, prepared after Will’s resignation date.”

Under the agreement, Will agrees that she has not and will not fi le any claims, charges, complaints, suits or other actions against the city with any federal, state or local agency. The

contract states that she may fi le a charge under the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), but waives any right to personal monetary recovery arising from any charge or lawsuit.

The settlement agreement contains a long list of laws that Will cannot use for lawsuits or claims related to her employment with the city and the conclusion of her employment. A list of charges or complaints is also included in the agreement that Will agrees not to pursue that includes: sexual harass-

County Candidate Forum will be held October 11 Milltown, Wis.—Friends of the Milltown Public Library invite Polk County voters to attend a candidate forum October 11, featuring candidates from contested races within the county.

Among those positions are District Attorney, who is responsible for running the District Attorney’s office and bringing forth criminal charges in the county, and County Clerk, who keeps records of county meetings and is the overall coordinator for all elections in the county.

The public is invited to meet the candidates for District Attorney, Dan Steffen (D-incumbent) from Osceola and

Jeff Kemp (R) of St Croix Falls, and for county clerk, Mary Jo Hacker (D) of Milltown and Sharon Jorgenson (R) of Luck. The candidate forum will be held at the Milltown Public library on Tuesday, October 11, from 7 to 9 pm.

Voters will have an opportunity to submit questions for the candidates via a moderator.

Amanda Nissen (D) of Dresser, the incumbent running unopposed for county treasurer, and Sally Spanel (D) of Osceola who is running unopposed for register of deeds may also be there to respond to your questions.

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The agreement requires both parties to keep the settlement confidential, except as provided by law. Both parties to the agreement understand that the settlement may be subject to disclosure under the Wisconsin Public Records Law.

October 7 is ‘Coffee with a Cop’ day

BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

This Saturday Amery Police officers will sit down for a warm cup of coffee with anyone who needs an ear, or two, in their first ever ‘Coffee with a Cop’ event.

The idea sprang from National Coffee with a Cop day, a nationwide movement that began in 2011, as a way to build relationships between law enforcement and the communities they serve.

Since then, Coffee with a Cop events have been established in all 50 states,

and has grown into ‘one of the most successful community oriented policing programs in the country.

According to coffeewithacop.com, the key to the program’s continued success is that it opens doors to interaction outside of the crisis situations that typically bring police and community members together.

Amery’s first annual event will take place at Amery Chevrolet from 9 to 11 a.m. Kids welcome. The poster for their first annual event says bring your questions. They’ll have answers, and coffee.

School says operations first, facilities second in considering possible referendum

BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

The Amery School District is in what many school officials have described as ‘an enviable financial situation.’ A looming debt levy drop off will free up funds that could be used without the need to raise taxes.

But unlike districts who have one very urgent need such as a building, the path to taking advantage of Amery’s situation is far from clear.

Lisa Voisin of district financial advisor RW Baird has counseled the district to ‘keep it level’ so to speak. In other words, keep the city’s mil rate of $11.29 per $1,000 of property steady.

Voisin says this approach is a best practice because if the district were to allow the mil rate to fall off, getting up again via a referendum would be an even tougher sell. By keeping the city’s mil rate constant, Voisin estimates that approximately $27 million could become available.

There are many paths to taking advantage of the debt drop off, including paying off forecasted debt sooner. But as some board members have pointed out, recent years have brought some deep cuts to the district. Getting some of that back would be a good thing.

Others have brought forth ideas such as a pool that would solve both community and school needs.

Voisin offered one hypothetical approach to keeping ‘keeping it level’ could be a $1 million operational override, and a $19 million building loan.

But between recurring and non-recurring options, the Energy Efficiency mil rate, and possible operations and facilities expenses, that’s just one of many potential ways to shuffle the numbers. The school requires an ongoing operations budget that will need to be part of the equation, including staff and programming needs.

Construction company Kraus-Anderson was hired to do a feasibility study for the district to help assess the total needs for the district, including facilities, operations, and programming.

Kraus Anderson representatives, including education specialist Brad Ayer, helped complete the study, which was presented during Wednesday’s finance committee meeting.

The study listed ‘notes’ for each building and the district as a whole, but did not include estimates or dollar amounts, leaving some attendees struggling with how to interpret the information.

Superintendent Jim Kuchta says that Kraus Anderson has also compiled a huge list of deferred maintenance expenses within each building.

“We’re in uncharted territory and there’s no clear recipe for doing this,” says Kuchta.

A graph prepared by RW Baird illustrates the drop off in the district’s existing debt load, and in light gray, the capacity created by a hypothetical referendum of approximately $27 million. The illustration attempts to keep the existing mil rate level and avoid the need for raising property taxes.

Going into referendum discussions, board members have stressed all along that programming cuts the district has made will be some of the first items considered for funding.

Without hard numbers to review from the study, School Board President Darren Van Blaricom spoke hypothetically about putting too much emphasis on facilities.

“Because what if we look at all the operational needs and those are all so important that

it eats up every bit of the levy and we have no money left over for deferred maintenance. We need to know that ahead of time before we start putting in new boilers,” he said.

Superintendent Kuchta says that that scenario is unlikely, however.

In order for the board to go to referendum in April, a final decision and resolution would need to be made in January.

If the board does nothing, a drop off could present a challenge to district finances. Like

many districts, Amery depends heavily on referendums simply to stay in operation.

“Our backs are not against the wall, we have until April,” says Superintendent James Kuchta. “So we’re exploring options. And now we’re prioritizing our operational needs.”

As finance committee members continue to hash out these priorities, community members should watch for a ‘community survey’ from the school in the coming months.

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OCTOBER 5 Public screening of ‘Education, Inc.’ Wednesday, October 5th at 7PM, the public is invited to a free showing of the award winning documentary, “Education, Inc” at the Amery Intermediate School Library.

The movie looks at the effects of privatization, politics, and dark money on America’s public education system.

A discussion will follow the screening, which is sponsored by The Polk County Democrats. polkcountywisconsindemocrats.org.

OCTOBER 7 An art ehibit opening An art exhibit featuring artwork by Sister Kristine Haugen will open at Northern Lakes Center for the Arts at 7:30 p.m. 113 Elm Street in Amery.

Coffee with a Cop Make October 7 a day that brings community and law enforcement together. Amery’s first annual ‘Coffee with a Cop’ will take place at Amery Chevrolet from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Discuss the issues. Come with questions. They’ll try their best to have answers.

Kids welcome!

OCTOBER 8

State Trail in a Changing Colors Ride along the trail, Saturday, October 8 at 1 p.m.

Fall Harvest Dinner The annual Fall Harvest Dinner will be held at Elim Lutheran Church from 4 to 7 p.m.

The dinner will include turkey, ham and all the trimmings. Cost is $9 for adults and $4 for children 6 to 10. Carry outs available. Craft sale, bazaar and bake sale will be held during the dinner. Elim Lutheran is located at 1227 County Road D in Range.

OCTOBER 9 Chicken Dinner Christ Lutheran Church - Pipe Lake invites you to attend their Annual Chicken Dinner on Sunday, October 9.

Serving begins at 11:00 and the family-style meal includes broasted chicken, mashed potatoes, gravy, cole slaw, corn, cranberries, buns, pies and beverages. Adults: $9.00; Ages 6-12 $5.00; 5 & under free. Christ Lutheran Church - Pipe Lake (rural Comstock) is located at 1994 20th St (Polk Co. Jct. T & G). The event also includes a Bazaar, Bake Sale, Vegetable Sale, and a Sunday School Fish Pond.

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OCTOBER 10

Indianhead Barbershop Chorus presents Harvest of Harmony at the Amery High School.

Shows at 2 and 7 p.m. $10 in advance or $12 at the door. Show will feature The Indianhead Barbershop Chorus, in addition to area quartets ‘Vocal Spectrum’ and ‘Chord Smash.’ Tickets available at Chet Johnson Drug.

Amery Lions and Amery Schools will hold their annual Winter Clothing Distribution for children pre-k through grade 12 on October 10 from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Amery Community Center. Donations can be taken to RCU through October 7 during business hours.

Fall Family Barn Bash

Community Blood Drive

Come to Quarter Moon Acres for an afternoon of family fun in support of a good cause.

From 1-5 p.m. there will be live music, a bouncy house, kids activites, chair massages, pumpkin decorating, a petting zoo, food and more!

Your free will donation supports the Quarter Moon Acres equine therapy program. Quarter Moon Acres is located at 1347 55th Ave. in Amery.

Amery Woman’s Club will host a Red Cross community blood drive from noon to 6 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, located at 217 Deronda Street in Amery. To schedule an appointment call Vicki at 715-268-6271. A driver’s license or blood donor card is required to donate.

Changing Colors Ride Join the Friends of the Stower Seven Lakes

Winter Clothing Distribution

Trout Unlimited Meeting The local chapter of Trout Unlimited (kiaptuwish.org) will hold a special meeting with a presentation by DNR representatives

about conservation efforts at the Parker Creek Wildlife and Fishery areas in Amery. Meeting will be held at The Farm Table in Amery, serving dinner from a special Trout Unlimited menu at 6 p.m. The public is welcome.

OCTOBER 11 Candidate Forum Friends of the Milltown Public Library are hosting a county candidate forum at the Milltown Public Library from 7 to 9 p.m. Candidates for Polk County Clerk and District Attorney will be present.

Audience members will have an opportunity to submit questions.

OCTOBER 13 Coffee and Cookies Join the Amery Mayor Kay Erickson and CIty Administrator Darcy Long for coffee and cookies in the council chambers from 10 a.m. to noon. Come and discuss local issues at theis informal meeting.

Seniors $7, and $5 for 18 and under.

OCTOBER 15 Oktoberfest Amery Area Community Center will host Oktoberfest, with beers, brats, hot dogs and more by the Amery Lions Club. Event also includes a pool tournament, bean bag tournament, and live music by Jim Armstrong from 11 to 1, and Cattail Moon from 1 to 5. Free face painting, bean bag tourney, and pint size polka for the kids. Amery Community Center is located at 608 Harriman Ave. in Amery.

Amery Fire 125th Anniversary Open house and safety day Join the Amery Fire Department in celebrating their 125th anniversary. An open house and fire safety day will be held Saturday, October 15 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Amery Fire Hall. Food and refreshments will be provided.

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Movie and activities The Deer Park Public Library will host an afternoon of activities in conjunction with the ‘no school’ day. Come to the library for free activities and snacks, and a showing of the movie ‘Monster House’ at 2:30 p.m.

Little Falls Lutheran Church will host a pancake breakfast from 9 a.m. to noon. Serving blueberry or plain pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, strawberries, juice, milk and coffee.

Little Falls Lutheran is located at 1272 44th Ave. in Amery.

Lutefisk Dinner

OCTOBER 14-23 ‘Leona, Love Thy Neighbor, Too’ Clear Lake community Theater presents the play “Leona, Love Thy Neighbor, Too’ October 14 through 23rd at the Clear Lake Community Center Gymnasium.

Performances will be held Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Adults $8,

Moe Lutheran Church (45th Avenue North of Clear Lake) will hold a lutefisk dinner from 11 - 3. Adults $15. Children 6-12 are $7. Serving Lutefisk, meatballs and gravy, mashed potatoes, vegetables, cranberries, dessert and lefse.

OCTOBER 22 Trick or Trot

Have some fun for a good cause! The third annual trick or trot invites you to dress up for halloween and walk or run a 5k route to benefit Polk County’s Backpack program and the Amery Area Food Pantry. Registration is $20. Timing is offered for runners.

Register at 8 a.m. day of the event, walk/run begins at 9 a.m. in North Park.

Marla Sorenson Cancer Benefit A benefit supper will be held for Marla Sorenson Saturday, October 22 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Amery Community Center. Supper includes pulled pork sandwiches with all the trimmings for a free will donation.

Marla was a librarian at the Amery Public Library and was diagnosed with breast cancer in November of 2014.

She has since been unable to work because of her illness.

Wicked Wines, Spirits and Spooks The Amery Woman’s Club is holding its 6th Annual Fall Fundraiser. Tickets are $30 and available at Chet Johnson Drug, Dick’s Fresh Market, or Community Ed. Enjoy wine and beer tasting, hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction, and much more. Event will be 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Amery Golf Course.

Costumes are not required but prizes will be awarded for best costumes. Proceeds benefit the Amery Food Pantry and other Woman’s Club civic projects.

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Health Awareness Clinics is a non-profit organization.

They rely on donations to make treatment available. A modest $5.00 donation when signing in is appreciated. Support materials available.

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Concert Series An evening of highlights from future concerts performed by the Northern Lakes Chamber Orchestra, 113 Elm Street in Amery. Begins at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 for adults and $1 for children.

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Health Awareness Clinics is providing therapists to administer weight loss and stop smoking, and stress relief group hypnotic therapy.

For many people, this therapy reduces 2 to 3 clothing sizes and/or stops smoking.

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Although I am not a Los Angeles Dodgers fan, I am a fan of Vin Scully, the broadcaster who has called Dodgers games for 67 years, who will be retiring at the end of the regular baseball season this weekend.

Scully, like many beloved announcers for sports teams, began his career in AM radio.

The invention of the transistor radio in the 1950s forever changed the way sports fans connected and kept up with their favorite teams.

I heard a feature on Scully on National Public Radio (NPR) last week. The reporter doing the feature talked about how people would bring their tranradios to the game to lisPublisher sistor ten to Scully call the game.

Tom Stangl I think everyone of a certain age has a story about how the transistor radio changed their life. For some, it was listening to music, for others it was a way to “be” at sporting events they could not attend.

Many can relate to listening to games with the earpiece in one ear while doing a chore or being outside fishing.

The relationship between the listener and the announcer in this type of broadcasting is very personal, so Dodger fans are in mourning now as an institution that has been a part of their lives for nearly seven decades is changing. Scully began his career broadcasting games when the team was still in Brooklyn, New York.

Scully told the NPR reporter that he always felt he needed the listeners more than they needed him, reinforcing the personal bond between broadcaster and listener.

I remember Scully calling NFL games in the 1970s and 80s. His distinctive voice and knowledge of the game are qualities that I will remember for years. Scully also worked professional golf coverage.

Although I was too young to hear him do play by play, I enjoyed hearing “Red” Barber talk sports on public radio. Barber’s unique voice, knowledge of sports and almost antebellum mannerisms made each talk a joy to listen to, even if I didn’t know or care about the topic he was discussing.

Milwaukee Brewer fans continue to have the joy of listening to play by play by Bob Uecker.

Uecker, a catcher during his professional baseball career, has been calling games since 1971.

How can you not love Bob Uecker? His wit and self-deprecating humor is timeless.

Uecker parlayed his skills as an unintentional comedian into numerous appearances on “The Tonight Show” with Johnny Carson, appearances in Miller Lite beer commercials and even a role in a sitcom, “Mr. Belvedere.”

His penchant for wearing rather obnoxious and loud plaid sports coats, in my mind, cemented his image of the awkward and seemingly oblivious relative that we all seemed to have growing up.

As the baseball season ends and the playoffs begin, I think it is fitting to remember the contributions these faceless voices have made in our lives. Having a fellow fan and friend describe how the game was unfolding is a treat, literally the next best thing to being there in person.

Vin Scully, thanks for your knowledge, wit, commitment and class. I doubt we will see the likes of your kind again.

I hope you enjoy your retirement!

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.

A sobering look beyond the election

BY LEE H. HAMILTON

This campaign year has been full of twists and turns. We don’t know what’s going to happen tomorrow, let alone on November 8. So talking about what comes afterward seems premature.

But it’s been on my mind a lot, because I’m worried.

This is not about who wins the Comments presidency. I’m concerned about on Congress the aftermath of campaign Lee Hamilton this season and how hard it’s going to be for our next set of elected officials, from the President on down, to govern.

Let’s start with the belief expressed by a lot of people — including some candidates — that the system is “rigged.” This is a perilous way to treat the country’s political system; it sows distrust in future election results, de-legitimizes winners, and undermines the government’s credibility. If the charge takes hold, it will put political stability at risk.

We all have criticisms to make of the system. We know it doesn’t work perfectly and that there’s no shortage of challenges the nation needs to address. But to convey the impression that the whole system is rigged is dangerous and risky. Without a basic foundation of trust, representative government crumbles.

Instead of taking aim at “the system,” we could instead focus our criticism on a more substantive target: politicians, including the two presidential candidates, who have failed to serve us well in their debate on the economy.

Much of the debate has revolved

around immigration, trade, and other issues of the moment. These are not unimportant, but they’re not the heart of the matter. The real issue — the one that politicians have proffered few solutions for — is that the economy is not working for most people. True, there’s been some improvement in the lot of middle-income earners, but the fundamental issue that economists of all stripes have been warning us about remains.

This is that we face significant structural problems, driven not so much by foreign competition and immigrant workers, but by advancing technology and globalization.

Our real economic challenge, in other words, is how to provide meaningful work and good wages to tens of millions of clerks, accountants, factory workers and service providers whose jobs are disappearing because of robots, machine learning, and other irreversible changes in how work is accomplished.

Politicians need to place much more emphasis on economic growth, which is the key that unlocks many doors and is the preferred course to ease the anxiety and cynicism abroad in the country. Growth should be the central aim of economic policy, and how to achieve it should be the focus of the policy debate.

The problem is, this election isn’t providing us with a substantial policy debate. We’ve heard plenty about personality, vision, and the alleged dirty dealing of people on the other side. Serious debate about policy approaches has been replaced by sound bites signifying... well, not very much.

Indeed, if anything characterizes this election, it’s the politics of personal destruction. Demonizing the opponent has become

the central concern of many campaigns, up and down the political ladder. This approach is toxic for democratic institutions and political culture. We have to be able to disagree in this country on matters of great import and controversy without tearing into and trying to destroy the opposition.

We have always had — and should have — vigorous partisanship. But today, politicians prefer hunkering down with their fellow believers and party members and circling the wagons. This makes it very hard to get negotiations going, which is the only way to make the system work.

All of this — the attacks on the system, the lack of meaningful debate about improving Americans’ economic future, the generally substance-free nature of the campaign, the politics of demonization — will make it very hard for whoever wins office to govern well. The anger, frustration, cynicism and outright pessimism that we’re seeing in this election cycle will not miraculously dissipate on Election Day. It used to be that when a president came into office, a substantial majority of the American people gave him the benefit of the doubt, and with it an extended period in which to get things done.

I don’t believe that’s going to happen after this election. And all Americans will be worse off as a result.

Lee Hamilton is a Senior Advisor for the Indiana University Center on Representative Government; a Distinguished Scholar, IU School of Global and International Studies; and a Professor of Practice, IU School of Public and Environmental Affairs. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR History in the highway building To the Editor: The County Board is now acting fast to rid our County of that nice white Highway Building that graces Balsam Lake when you enter from the South.

Forget the public referendum results. It is now called “obsolete, potentially dangerous, and inefficient”.

That building is younger than the County says.

Built in 1938 (not 1933), funded partly by the Works Progress Administration, it is a fine example of Art Deco architecture designed by Emiel Klingler, a selftaught architect from rural Amery who went on to become a widely known regional architect in Eau Claire.

The building together with the old brick Courthouse, now the County Museum, give character to Balsam Lake.

This effort to rid the county of this building reminds me of the Old Executive Office Building in Washington, D.C., an imposing concrete structure built as the War Department in 1862 during the Civil War. The Eisenhower Administration was determined that the ‘inefficient, obsolete’ building be demolished, but no contractor was willing to tackle those walls at a price the US Government could afford. When Kennedy took office, he asked a friend to recommend what to do. Demolition wasn’t practical. Instead, it was decided to keep the building, renovate what needed to be done, and today it stands fi fty years later, considered a handsome building – not obsolete at all.

I don’t know where the County gets information about the life of this building, but it was not built in 1933, a year when the County Board debated whether it could borrow money to continue day-to-day general operations. It was Depression-time.

JoAnn Hallquist Rural Amery

Many Thanks To the Editor: The Amery Business Community is amazing. I am so impressed by their unquestioning support of our current fund raising efforts. This is the first time I have shared the task of asking for donations for the Woman’s Club Wine and Beer Tasting event to raise money for the local food pantry. Most every business we approached promptly agreed to provide goods or gift cards for the silent auction. This includes businesses in Clear Lake, St. Croix Falls, and along Highway 8. Each year we have been able to raise thousands of dollars for this philanthropic work.

I recall when we lived in Brazil, a woman said to me the thing she admired most about Americans was their generosity. This community has proved that assertion to me. We can all be proud of our local businesses and their strong support of the needs of our fellow citizens.

Now I would like to challenge Amery residents to attend the Wicked Wines, Spirit, & Spooks event to raise funds for the Amery Food Pantry and other Woman’s Club civic projects. Lets help the volunteers at the pantry continue their good work in our community. Make it a full day of fun: run/walk in the Trick or Trot in the morning, rake leaves in the afternoon, recover with a cold beer & appetizers at Wicked Wines, Spirit, & Spooks, and go to bed knowing you help others all day!

The Halloween themed event is October 22 from 6-8 p.m. at the Amery Golf Club. Tickets are available at Chet’s, Community Education, and Dick’s Fresh Market. Donations for the auction are still being solicited and can be included by calling Julie Andersen at 715-268-2139 or Sharon Paulson at 715-268-4039.

Many thanks, Sharon Paulson Amery, Wis.

Perspective and underwear To the Editor: When I was sentenced to prison I thought my life was over.

I would be missing holidays and special occasions.

In prison I don’t have the luxuries I once took for granted like a name, privacy, or my own clothes.

Here I have no privacy, and wear state underwear

worn by others.

But the past 16 months has shown me that bitter trials are often blessings in disguise. In the midst of difficulty lies opportunity. A positive attitude can overcome anything.

And we all can be grateful for something, even if it’s wearing our very own underwear.

Inmate Kobs St. Croix Correctional Facility

Setting the record straight on hunter harassment To the Editor: Last week Jeff Peterson doubled down on his opposition to Adam Jarchow’s Right to Hunt Act. I am not very involved in politics and don’t write these kinds of letters. But what Peterson said in his letter last week was so blatantly false, that I had to respond.

I was there at the beginning of this ordeal. Many hunters in our area were being harassed by a dangerous convicted felon and his group of anti-hunting extremists. This is a man who blew up the animal laboratory in Michigan and served time in prison. He is the real deal - a genuine Eco-terrorist. He and his group were following hunters in the woods, even parking at the end of driveways and following hunters as they left their homes. Given this man’s violent past, the fear was real.

We had a hunter harassment law. Yet law enforcement seemed paralyzed. DNR said the local sheriff’s department had to enforce it, while the local sheriff’s department said DNR had to. They both said the law was unclear and difficult to enforce. So, we called our State Representative (Adam Jarchow) to discuss the issue. He met a group of us one night after work at a restaurant north of Amery. He listened and asked questions. After we left, we didn’t know what to expect.

But soon we heard that Jarchow was working on the issue. He was researching the law, and discussing the problem with local law enforcement and DNR. He soon found out what we already knew - the law needed fi xing. So he worked with law enforcement, DNR, local district attorneys, Sportsmen’s groups and other stakeholders to draft a bill. He got Senator Moulton to lead the charge in the Senate. Soon thereafter they had committee hearings in both the Senate and Assembly. The hearings were packed with men and women in camouflage who told their stories and supported the bill. Jarchow’s bill was supported by the Bow Hunters Association, NRA, Bear Hunters Association, Wisconsin Wildlife Federation and many other sporting groups. A Polk County Deputy even drove down to testify about why the bill was needed.

Jeff Peterson says this bill is about division. But, actually, all republicans and nearly all democrats supported the bill. Even liberal democrats Bob Wirch, Kathleen Vinehout, Nick Milroy and Chris Danou voted for it in committee. It passed both the Senate and Assembly on voice vote with nearly no debate and no dissent. So, Peterson is on an island of opposition of his own making. There is no reason to oppose a bill like this. In fact, this is exactly how it should work.

Jeff Peterson sides with a convicted Eco-terrorist over Northwoods hunters. I side with Adam Jarchow over Jeff Peterson.

Eric Tuckner New Richmond, Wis.

Encouragement to Harsdorf To the Editor: I was thinking I would run for president. I thought Walker could be my Vice President. The plan was if I won I would give a long speech at my inaugural and catch Pneumonia and Walker would take over.

So I had some handouts printed up, and on the way to Amery a case of my Ovaltine which was being shipped at the same time came loose and wrecked my handouts. At that point I decided I would just stump for some of the local candidates.

I first met Senator Harsdorf when she came to Amery for the Governor’s Fishing Opener. I invited her to my art show and she came. We met at various functions, such as the Minnesota State Fair (she remembered our names) and the Amery Fall Festival.

These last couples of years I have gotten to know her better because she stops at our house on occasion. This is what I observed over the years. Senator Harsdorf appears to be a very kind, happy, caring lady with a very big heart. She stresses faith, family and friends. She cares about her constituents. I urge you to cast your vote for Senator Harsdorf in the upcoming election.

I have seen God work in many people; my mother Julia, my late son Gary, old classmates, relatives and friends. They are all kind hearted people; sharing and caring individuals.

I wrote her a note of encouragement to give her some love and faith and this is what I said: Go forth these last days knowing that your love for others is your shield against worry and strife. Know He is always with you wherever you go. He is by your side to protect you daily.

Ted Zinn Amery, Wis.

The odds are against us To the Editor: It’s encouraging to see that some have taken note of Sen. Harsdorf’s “dark side.” While it would be good to see her finally retired, this won’t be easy to achieve.

As has been noted by Matt Pommer, the state senate and representative districts have been gerrymandered by the Repubs in order to guarantee their continuing control of the legislature. Also, as Matt has written, the WI photo ID law and absentee-voting changes have made it more difficult for voters to cast their ballets, especially, I must assume, those who would most likely vote against the Repubs.

Then, too, “card-carrying” Republicans are a very loyal lot and will doggedly support their favorite representatives regardless of the “sins” they’ve been caught committing (at least that’s been my experience regarding my Repub relatives and acquaintances).

Finally, there’s the matter of name recognition, a political phenomenon that should never be taken lightly. Career representatives well understand the value of this and know how to use it.

So, disgruntled voters, the odds are against us. As my observant friend in Madison has said: the Repubs are in charge and the system has been rigged; this is not how democracy is supposed to work.

Yet if enough 10th Senate District Dems, independent voters, undecided voters and yes, moderate Republicans who’ve had it with the ultra-conservative Repubs, actually turn-out to vote, then it may be possible to plop Sen. Harsdorph into that comfy rocking chair of retirement.

Kurt Sroka Somerset, Wis.

A Speedy Trial?

To the Editor: In November of 2014 my wife was involved in an accident on highway 8. She was in the hospital overnight with bodily injuries. She was informed that because the other driver was drunk, that driver would be charged with a felony.

November 21, 2014. Driver was released on a signature bond with no alcohol use and no driving) December 2014. Driver was charged with a misdemeanor. The DA’s office was waiting for the hospital report concerning the injuries’ February 2015. The hospital report confirming injuries was forwarded to DA’s office. We contacted the DA’s office and were informed that the charges remained a misdemeanor.They had not been revised to a felony due to “slipping through a crack”.

March 2015. A court conference determined the driver should indeed be charged with a felony.

September 2015. We were informed that the charge was finally changed from a misdemeanor to a felony. This requires restarting the process from the beginning. A waste of almost one year in the process.

Cost?

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR If corruption makes you sick FROM PAGE FIVE

June 2016 The driver pleaded guilty to one felony charge. Since the orginal accident,the driver had been arrested at least twice on the charge violating of the terms of probation (a felony) The driver was sentenced to 6 months in jail with the drivers license revocation (2 yrs), no alcohol use, and payment of associated costs.

The Amery Free Press recently reported that alcohol related problems cost Polk County $60,000,000. last year! I know that there is no easy solution to this problem. As a first step I will not support Dan Steffen for re-election due to what I see as incompetance.

In November 2015 he was charged with a DWI while driving a county vehicle He escaped a conviction on the DWI charge, but most of us have seen the video of the incident and it did happen. Perhaps it is time for mandatory sentences for these DWI offences.In my wife’s case that would have shortened this process to a few months instead of 1 1/2 years We need to get tough on this problem. I lived in Germany for a couple of years, and believe me, they have this problem solved. That is another story. Vote for Kemp.

Dennis Wiese Amery, Wis.

Harsdorf’s record on lead paint producers To the Editor: Recently, The Guardian US, the American version of a British newspaper, acquired and leaked over 1,300 documents related to the recently terminated “John Doe” investigation of Scott Walker’s 2011 recall campaign. These documents paint a shocking picture of systemic corruption and pay-to-play politics through the dark money group Wisconsin Club for Growth, which worked with and supported Republican candidates during the recall.The Wisconsin Democracy Campaign, a nonpartisan democracy watchdog group, has a must-read summary: http:// www.wisdc.org/op091616.php.

Implicated in the Guardian leaks was our own State Senator Sheila Harsdorf, who, as a member of the Joint Finance Committee, voted in favor of a measure in the 2013-15 budget that retroactively shielded lead manufacturers from lawsuits relating to lead paints. This measure, introduced just after midnight during the Joint Finance Committee’s last budget meeting, effectively nullified lawsuits brought by 171 children sickened by lead paint. That’s right—Sheila Harsdorf, as a member of the Republican-controlled Joint Finance Committee, voted to protect lead manufacturers from lawsuits brought by children sickened by lead poisoning.

Now the Guardian US has found out that Harold Simmons, the billionaire owner of lead-smelting NL Industries, secretly donated $750,000 to the Republican dark money group Wisconsin Club for Growth during the 2011 and 2012 recall elections. This group spent $9.1 million during the recalls supporting Republicans including Sheila Harsdorf, even producing a television ad accusing Harsdorf’s opponent of “shouting” too much. So, it seems, after winning her recall, Harsdorf paid off her debt to Harold Simmons and the lead industry by passing favorable legislation for them, even though that legislation denied justice to children subjected to the incredibly harmful effects of lead poisoning. The lawyer for the 171 children involved in the lawsuits summed up the situation accurately: “What I see is a corrupt morass of government in Wisconsin that has been fueled by corporate money.”

Luckily, this legislation was thrown out by a federal court for violating the Constitution, but this kind of deplorable activity will continue as long as we let corrupt politicians keep their jobs. If Harsdorf thinks it is more important to protect the $14 billion fortune of Harold Simmons than to let the families of poisoned children pursue justice, than I think it’s time for a new District 10 Senator.

Evan Wright Dresser, Wis.

To the Editor: Last week there was a political blast in Wisconsin that changed everything. The Guardian released new evidence of massive corruption by Governor Scott Walker and several of his closest political cronies, including Senator Sheila Harsdorf from Hudson. It appears that Harsdorf had secretly supported legislation that retroactively insulated a large lead paint manufacturer (NL Industries) from possible lawsuits stemming from the poisoning of Wisconsin children.

Back in 2011, NL Industries made a substantial dark money donation of $750,000 to the Republicans who were facing recall elections at that time. This crooked money helped Sheila Harsdorf win re-election. Later, she showed her appreciation by supporting legislation that protected her benefactor who had poisoned the children.

If Harsdorf’s corruption makes you sick, an alternative is available on November 8. Her name is Diane Odeen and she has a strong record of public service.

She would be a superb and honorable state senator.

John See Menomonie, Wis.

Looking out for us To the Editor: More than ever, Americans are aware of the growing threat of terrorism. With attacks occurring both at home and abroad, it makes you wonder what people in Washington DC are doing about it. Well, at least one courageous Congressman is- our Congressman, Sean Duffy. Wisconsinites should be proud of his leadership in the recently exposed acts of the Obama Administration, which paid Iran, the leading state sponsor of terrorism, nearly $1.3 billion in cash on top of the $400 million dollars (also in cash) to leverage the release of American prisoners. In a hearing he was chairing, members of the Administration could not say if the money funded terrorism or not.

Accountable government is critical to all of usespecially when it comes to combating terrorism.

That’s why I’m glad Congressman Duffy is looking out for us and holding the government accountable for its actions. Please vote for Sean Duffy.

Alan K. Walker Amery, Wis.

New law protects hunters To the Editor: I would like to respond to Jeff Peterson’s most recent “Letter to the Editor” regarding the Hunter Harassment Bill and the Right to Hunt Act. He was asked if he would have supported the bill and his answer was “probably not” and goes on to say why. I would like to clear a few things up for Mr. Peterson.

First of all, Adam Jarchow was elected by citizens of the 28th district to represent us. As a resident of this district and that of my fellow sportsmen, we had some concerns with the wording of the “then current” hunter harassment law. We set up a meeting with Mr. Jarchow and expressed to him those concerns.

Our main concern was that the wording wasn’t written clear enough in the old law to distinguish who had jurisdiction over a hunter harassment matter. If a call was made to local DNR about hunter harassment, they would pass it off to local law enforcement, claiming it was harassment or stalking issue. If local law enforcement was called, they would claim it was a DNR issue. NO ONE would take care of, or even investigate these instances so we went to our representative for help.

Another concern we talked to him about, was the extremist group, Wolf Patrol, which is headed by convicted felon and eco-terrorist, Rod Coronado. Our concern there was his group was following hunters on trails in the woods, would follow them back to their houses or to their hunting camps. One instance, they even parked on the road at the end of

one’s driveway and waited for them to go out hunting. Had Mr. Peterson listened to the testimonies at the hearing in Madison, he would have heard of numerous personal stories and experiences with this extremist group. The Right to Hunt Act is now clear enough that both the DNR and Law Enforcement to have confidence to investigate such incidents. The key word in the new law is “intent”. If one’s sole intentions are to impede or interfere with hunting, trapping or fishing, they will be fined. If they are convicted again, it’s a much greater fine. The Right to Hunt Act does not prevent someone from enjoying the outdoors of beautiful Wisconsin. It is not a new law, it’s just a stronger and clearer version of the old one.

Stephanie Hanson Amery, Wis.

You might be a democrat To the Editor: How does one know if one is a Democrat?

If you think that government should use our tax dollars to fund clinics that perform abortions, including the selling of baby body parts, you might be a Democrat.

If you think the second amendment (unlike all the other original amendments), is not an individual right to keep and bear arms, you might be a Democrat.

If you think we need to have freedom FROM religion, instead of a freedom OF religion, you might be a Democrat.

If you think America (the USA) is not exceptional, you might be a Democrat.

If you think marriage between one man and one woman is not what God had in mind for us, you might be Democrat.

If you don’t know that the Democratic Party gets and keeps much of its power, by keeping people down and dependent on government, you might be a Democrat.

If you don’t think race relations is far worse now under a Democrat administration than it was 8 years ago, you might be a Democrat.

If you abhor the military or think a weak minimal military is sufficient and any threat against our country can always be solved with negotiation, you might be a Democrat.

If you are okay with your candidates taking millions of dollars in campaign donations from foreign countries like China, Russia, or Indonesia, you might be a Democrat.

If you think all of this is bologna, you might be a Democrat.

Rod Cain Deer Park, Wis.

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Plea deal reached in real life ‘Fifty Shades’ case

BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

POLK COUNTY, Wis.—In the continuing saga that has played out like the pages of a paperback novel, trial has been avoided in the case of a former Amery resident who Wien has twice been charged with criminal acts stemming from separate BDSM relationships.

And as long as no further crimes are committed, the Polk County Criminal Justice system has heard the last of the matter.

James J. Wien, 65, formerly

of Amery and now living in Birchwood, was charged with alleged 2nd degree sexual assault, false imprisonment, battery and child abuse in December of 2013, nearly two and a half years ago.

The charges stem from a once-consensual arrangement gone sour, in which Wien and the victim began a relationship after meeting on a fetish and bondage website in 2012.

According to the criminal complaint, the victim learned that Wien was in a sexual relationship with several other women, at which time she no longer wanted to be in the arrangement. She also alleges that Wien threatened and assaulted her 13-year-old son, resulting in charges of child abuse.

The delay in the case has been multi-faceted.

While the defense has maintained the relationship between Wien and the victim to be consensual, the prosecution has pointed to evidence of a similar case against Wien from 2006 when he was also charged with several counts of sexual assault, false imprisonment and battery. That case involved a woman that Wien had allegedly met in a chat room and driven across the state to pick up. When she reportedly had second thoughts about going with Wien, he allegedly held her against her will at his Amery residence.

The case was eventually dismissed when evidence from Wien’s computer could not be processed in time to meet

court deadlines.

Justice in the more recent case has been delayed in large part over including evidence from that 2006 case. Wien’s original attorney also resigned in April citing Wien’s failure to meet the financial obligations of his representation.

Until last week the Polk County District Attorney’s office was doubtful that the matter would be resolved out of court. Rather than a trial as planned, Tuesday’s proceedings brought a ‘No Contest’ plea from Wien on count one of 2nd Degree Sexual Assault, with the remaining charges dismissed and read in for sentencing. Steffen and Wien’s attorney, Katie Christiansen, settled on a deferred judge-

ment in the case, meaning that he’s free for now. But on thin ice.

“If he violates the agreement, if he contacts her, commits a new crime, or doesn’t complete his evaluations, we go right to sentencing,” says District Attorney Dan Steffen.

In his reasoning for the agreement Steffen says he took several factors into consideration. He says the victim was pleased with the outcome.

“It often times comes down to the victim,” he adds. “She was really having a hard time during trial prep. I also think it would’ve been difficult to get a Polk County jury to understand a consensual BDSM relationship.”

Polk County Circuit Court Appearance Date: September 13, 2016 Cole M. House, 22, St. Croix Falls, illegally jump/dive into St. Croix River, $150.10.

Patrick S. Jackson, 60, Jim Falls, possess fish 25% or less over bag limit, $286.75.

Jacob S. Johnson, 22, Amery, speeding in 55 moh zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Justin L. Joles, 33, Wisconsin Dells, vehicle equipment violations – Group 1, $238.30; vehicle equipment viola-

tions – Group 3, $175.30; violate Class A hwy. weight limits, $687.30.

Jason M. Jordahl, 24, Gilbert, MN, possess marijuana on state land, $263.50.

Benjamin J. Julik, 35, Osceola, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50; possess open intoxicants in MV-driver, $263.50; operating while revoked (forfeiture 1st), $200.50.

Klingberg Trucking Inc., Jordan, MN, violate Class A hwy. weight lim-

Reports in Support of Probable Cause Polk County Sheriff’s Department Monday, October 3, 2016 Kevin D. Strenke, 32, Luck was arrested on September 26 for a probation hold.

Joshua D. Johnson, 25, St. Croix Falls was arrested on September 26 for a warrant.

Andre A. Doby, 22, Frederic was arrested on September 27 for a probation hold.

Teanna R. Bader, 18, Amery was arrested on September 28 for a St. Croix Falls warrant.

Halley L. Gillitzer, 23, Centuria was arrested on September 28 for an out-of-county warrant.

Sterling D. Stark, 24, Rice Lake was arrested on October 2 for an FTA warrant.

Kelly M. Nelson, 29, Turtle Lake was arrested on September 26 for operating with a controlled substance (1st), meth possession, meth paraphernalia possession, and marijuana possession.

Brandon S. Dellios, 25, Amery was arrested on September 27 for felony bail jumping.

Cody J. Utgard, 22, Grantsburg was arrested on September 28 for possession of meth, possession of drug paraphernalia, felony bail jumping, and probation hold.

Anthony N. Daws, 54, St. Croix Falls was arrested on September 29 for domestic disorderly conduct.

Jeremy A. Frendt, 40, Luck was arrested on September 29 for felony bail jumping.

Derrick M. Koch, 36, Turtle Lake was arrested on September 30 for battery.

Hannah L. Pearson, 20, Balsam Lake was arrested on September 30 for disorderly conduct.

Blake S. Reber, 30, Dresser was arrested on October 1 for possession of drug paraphernalia and marijuana.

Tiffany F. Gregg, 22, Luck was arrested on October 1 for domestic disorderly conduct and probation hold.

Kirk M. Koob-Thrasher, 41, Amery was arrested on October 1 for possession of THC and drug paraphernalia.

Isaiah D. Leske, 30, St. Croix Falls was arrested on October 1 for disorderly conduct and possession of drug paraphernalia.

John D. Grund, 80, Amery was arrested on October 1 for violating an injunction.

John P. Swart, 35, St. Peter, Minn. was arrested on October 1 for disorderly conduct.

its, $302.24.

John A. Kopkin, 21, Rochester, MN, fish without license – R, $192.70.

Mark L. Kuether, 43, Forest Lake, MN, operate boat without valid certificate number, $200.50.

Kelly J. Larson, 35, Amery, shoot protected birds and animals, $303.30; possess live captive wild animal without license, $539.50.

Lindell Excavating, Scandia, MN, violate regulations for unified carrier

registration system, $200.50.

Joseph Lopez, 20, Bloomington, CA, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Hali A. Lundquist, 23, Amery, fish without license – R, $190.70.

Roberta J. Mallery-Christiansen, 38, Osceola, operating left of center line, $213.10.

Alisha L. Manke, 23, Clear Lake, speeding in 55 mph zone (20-24 mph), $225.70.

Amery Police Report

09/23/2016 – 09/29/2016

09/26/16, 11:10AM, Juvenile call 09/23/16, 11:40AM, Eat lunch with and spend time with kindergarten class at the school 09/23/16, 05:04PM, Report of suspicious vehicle 09/23/16, 05:35PM, Traffic complaint 09/23/16, 07:09PM, Juvenile call 09/24/16, 12:58AM, Suspicious vehicle 09/24/16, 08:30AM, Assist local business 09/24/16, 04:27PM, Assist EMS 09/24/16, 07:20PM, Assist other law enforcement 09/24/16, 08:37PM, Alarm

at school 09/25/16, 03:24AM, Assist intoxicated individual 09/25/16, 05:53AM, Assist citizen 09/25/16, 09:52AM, Report of suspicious activity 09/25/16, 10:56AM, Assist other law enforcement 09/25/16, 03:54PM, Traffic complaint 09/25/16, 08:45PM, Disturbance at a residence 09/25/16, 11:30PM, Assist other law enforcement 09/26/16, 12:53AM, Welfare check 09/26/16, 04:47PM, Vehicle lockout 09/27/16, 09:32AM, Assist citizen to keep the peace 09/27/16, 05:14PM, Distur-

bance 09/27/16, 09:59PM, Suspicious activity at local park 09/27/16, 10:51PM, Suspicious activity at local park, drug citation issued 09/28/16, 01:44AM, Suspicious activity at a residence 09/28/16. 08:23AM, Juvenile call 09/28/16, 08:01PM, Report of suspicious activity 09/29/16. 04:45PM, Noise complaint 09/29/16, 07:00PM, Disturbance at a residence Arrests: 09/27/16, Brandon Dellios, 25 of Amery. Felony Bail Jumping

Polk County Divorces Filed Angela M. Lewis, 38, Osceola and Patrick M. Lewis, 41, Osceola fi led for divorce on September 21, 2016.

Heidi E. Springsteen, 49, Cumberland and Sean M. Springsteen, 47, Cumberland fi led for divorce on September 23, 2016.

Penny L. Warner, 61, Amery and Geoffrey L. Warner, 63, Clear Lake fi led for divorce on September 23, 2016.

Molly M. Parent, 37, Osceola and Richard A. Parent, 51, Osceola fi led for divorce on September 23, 2016.

Russel A. Evenson, 60, Osceola and Janet M. Evenson, 60, Osceola fi led for divorce on September 23, 2016.

Elaina M. Rivard, 30, Osceola and Lawrence P. Rivard, 31, Star Prairie fi led for divorce on September 23, 2016.

Carey Campeau, 60, Frederic and Janet Campeau, 62, Frederic fi led for divorce on September 23, 2016.

Sharon A. Roos, 62, Amery and Richard A. Roos, 70, Amery fi led for divorce on September 26, 2016.

Heather M. Iverson, 41, Amery and Scott W. Iverson, 45, Amery fi led for divorce on September 27, 2016.

Karen M. Fjorden, 53, Luck and Ted H. Fjorden, 56, Luck fi led for divorce on October 3, 2016.

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CANDIDATES: Would-be District Attorneys respond to their own criminal backgrounds FROM PAGE 1A

District Attorney Dan Steffen (D) incumbent QUESTION: Briefly discuss your background and qualifications: “I was born and raised in Polk County and graduated from Osceola High School. I received my BA from St. Cloud State University and my Juris Doctor from William Mitchell College of Law in 1998. I began my law career working for Ludvigson & GaleWyrick in Osceola and practiced all aspects of the law. When Steffen Judge GaleWyrick was elected and Guy Ludvigson retired, I took a position with Bakke Norman in New Richmond. I practiced mainly in the areas of family law and criminal defense. I represented clients in dozens of jury trials and on serious felonies. I became an accomplished trial lawyer. While at Bakke Norman, I also became an experienced municipal prosecutor representing the villages of Hammond, Somerset, Baldwin and Amery. When I ran for Polk County District Attorney, I had all of the requisite experience necessary for the position.”

QUESTION: There are many voters who know very little about you personally or professionally, but whose opinion of you has been defined largely by the events surrounding your drunk-driving arrest last fall. Politicians often make mistakes, but from the public’s perspective, they’ve yet to hear any acknowledgment of that from you. What message do you have for these voters?

“First of all, I want to apologize to the citizens of Polk County for my stupidity in November of 2015, and I ask for forgiveness. I made a horrible mistake. There’s been a lot of misinformation leaked that somehow I got the charges dismissed. Absolutely untrue! I PLEAD GUILTY to one citation (Prohibited Alcohol Content) and the other citation (OWI) was merged and dismissed which is required by law. The results are exactly the same meaning I have a first offense OWI on my record. I was treated no differently from any other citizen. I’ve made no excuses for my behavior. I participated when a fi lm crew wanted an interview regarding a documentary about Polk County (Church of Felons). If the public’s opinion of me has been defined by this, I hope they will take the time to research the violent criminal history of my opponent.”

QUESTION: Do you think this incident impacts your credibility, either with the public, colleagues, victims, or those you prosecute?

“I hope not, although I can’t speak for others. I would say that for the most part, the people I have come in contact with have been supportive. I hope the public can understand that I am human and as a human I made a mistake.

As far as my office is concerned, I don’t believe it has impacted us at all. If anything, I further immersed myself in this job to restore any faith that may have been lost.”

QUESTION: What has been done to protect

Polk County from any future liability or reoccurrence on your part?

“I’ve completed all of the court ordered sanctions as a result of my ticket, including an alcohol assessment, a driver safety plan and attended 16 hours of classes. This is called a first offense OWI and is not a crime in Wisconsin. There won’t be a second offense. I know I’ve learned from this and I think I’ve become a better person and a better prosecutor as a result of it.”

QUESTION: Do you believe Wisconsin’s drunk driving laws and consequences are effective?

“I think the OWI laws in Wisconsin are appropriate compared to other states. As to whether the consequences (sentences) are effective in reducing repeat offenders? That’s up to the individual. My office has implemented a number of things over the last 10 years in an attempt to reduce repeat drunk driving. In conjunction with the judges, we’ve implemented 3 day turnarounds so individuals charged with OWI see a judge within 3 days of the driving. Before this change, defendants could go months without seeing a judge. This is done with the hope that early intervention will promote individuals to seek treatment and acknowledge the wrongdoing. We have also created the Intoxicated Driver Intervention Program which I will discuss later.”

QUESTION: What can the DA’s office do to help solve Polk County’s growing epidemic of methamphetamine, alcohol, and substance abuse, and how would you be a part of that?

“This has been a steady problem over the 10 years I’ve been District Attorney. I think it takes the public, defense bar, and our judges, as well as my office to tackle this issue. As far as meth goes, we have virtually eliminated meth labs as a result of legislation making it difficult to obtain over the counter medication necessary to manufacture the drug. However, possession and distribution of meth remains a problem. I believe our Sheriff’s department as well as the St. Croix Valley Drug Task Force does an excellent job of investigating and pursuing drug dealers. My office is very aggressive in prosecuting drug dealers. We need to make Polk County an unwelcome and uncomfortable place for drug dealers to do business. My office does that by sending every meth case we receive to the crime lab for confirmation. Other counties don’t do that. That is one of the reasons why our numbers are so high.

“When I was elected, I promised that I would implement a Drug Court in Polk County. I did that. I believe it to be a very successful program which is only limited by the funding that it receives.

We have now expanded that program to the Polk County Treatment Court which now includes alcohol-related offenses as well. Our Intoxicated Driver Intervention Program is designed for repeat offenders who are given the opportunity to change their behavior while gaining education related to impaired driving in the hopes of reducing recidivism I am very proud of the evolution of these programs.”

QUESTION: From your perspective, what other challenges need to be addressed?

“The other challenges that my office faces are workload and staffing. A recent workload development study indicates Polk County is 2.5 prosecutors short of being fully staffed. I’m not

confident we are going to receive any new positions so we need to continue to do more with less. That is why an experienced District Attorney is an absolute essential. My office has become one of the first in the state to go paperless, which has increased efficiency and saved the county money. As far as other types of cases, domestic abuse continues to be an ongoing epidemic. My office created the Coordinated Community Response (CCR) team which partners with our battered women’s shelter (CRA) as well as other agencies to try to reduce domestic abuse and the impact on victims and families.”

QUESTION: What makes you a better candidate than your opponent?

“It’s simple. Experience and relevant knowledge. I have a ton and my opponent has little to none. When I was elected Polk County District Attorney I was already an experienced trial lawyer and prosecutor. That experience and knowledge has only multiplied over the past 10 years while in office.

I now consider myself to be one of the best trial lawyers in this part of the state. I take on the majority of the felony cases in my office and I have tried every type of case imaginable from murder, sexual assault, child abuse, child sexual assault, strangulation, domestic violence, kidnapping, drug dealing, burglaries and arson. I try cases that some would say are “unwinnable”. My opponent has absolutely ZERO experience trying cases in Polk County. In my opinion, that needs to be a prerequisite to even getting on the ballot. I shudder to think what would happen if my opponent’s first jury trial was involving a dangerous individual.

The citizens of Polk County deserve to be protected and confident in the trial abilities of its District Attorney.

“I know I’ve made mistakes in my life, both personally and professionally. However, for every one of those mistakes my opponent has made equal if not greater mistakes. If you throw out that rhetoric, my qualifications for this position are clearly superior.”

QUESTION: Why do you want this job?

“I am not running because I need a job. I am not running because I need a paycheck . I could make more money as a private attorney. I ran for District Attorney to protect my children, family and the citizens of Polk County from dangerous individuals. At the end of the day, it gives me a sense of accomplishment. I want to continue the work I started 10 years ago. We’ve done some great things for this county, and I know we can do even more. I am, without a doubt, the most qualified person for this position.”

Jeff Kemp (R) QUESTION: Briefly discuss your background and qualifications.

“I was raised in Elkhorn, WI and grew up working on the family farm and automotive business. I graduated from Elkhorn High School in 1981, attended UW Eau Claire for two years returning home to work the family business. Over the next several years, I worked to complete my undergraduate degree during which time my passion for learning the law was piqued.

The History of American Indian Law and Policy was the class that provided the foundation for my strong desire to learn to right wrongs and serve my

community. I have worked hard my entire life and I know what it takes to run a business, oversee employees, and engage with my community. As a defense attorney, the facts are not always on my client’s side. Practicing law requires attention to detail, ingenuity, creativity and inspiKemp ration and I will bring these characteristics to the District Attorney’s office.”

QUESTION: Voters may or may not know about your criminal disorderly conduct conviction that occurred in Polk County in 2014. You pled no contest to the Class B misdemeanor, paid restitution and spent two days in Polk County Jail. But the incident remains on your record. What would you like to tell voters about this incident?

“In February 2014, I was assaulted by an acquaintance while on a social outing. I retaliated in self defense with force that, in hindsight, was too great for the situation and was charged with disorderly conduct. At the first hearing, I took responsibility by pleading guilty, paying restitution and apologizing. I believe, as a man of integrity, it was important for me to immediately acknowledge my error in judgment rather than make excuses and delay the process.”

QUESTION: Do you think this incident impacts your credibility either with the public, colleagues, victims, or those you could potentially prosecute?

“The definition of integrity is the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles – especially when no one is watching. A true test of a person’s character is what they do after they have made a mistake. I took responsibility for my actions and acted with integrity. After having discussed the incident at length with Fraternal Order of Police Indianhead Lodge #13, they have graciously endorsed my candidacy.”

QUESTION: Do you believe this incident exposes the voters of Polk County to any potential liability or need for concern?

“This incident does not expose our citizens to liability nor should it be cause for concern. This incident happened years before I contemplated political office. I was not an elected official at the time of the incident and it did not involve anything related to my employment or profession.”

QUESTION: As a defense attorney, you aid in the defense of those some would consider un-defendable. How will you make the switch to prosecuting these individuals and how effective will you be?

“I became a lawyer with the intention of prosecuting. I knew that without experience as a defense attorney, I wouldn’t be able to be an effective prosecutor. I have primarily practiced criminal law with that goal in mind.

Being able to view a case through the lens of a defense attorney gives me a greater ability to properly prosecute each case based on its own merits. My experience has provided me with the knowledge and insight necessary to be realistic, tough and compassionate in the administration of justice in Polk County.”

QUESTION: What can the DA’s office do to help solve Polk County’s growing epidemic of methamphetamine, alcohol, and substance abuse, and how would you be part of that?

“As a practicing criminal defense lawyer, I have witnessed the darkest sides of addiction. Not only does the

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addict suffer – the families, children and our community suffer. Every addict has a story. The consequences of addiction affect nearly everyone in our county. For too long our justice system has focused on punishing the addict and treating the problem after it’s out of control. We focus on incarcerating adults rather than educating and providing services to the youngest and most vulnerable population in our county. We need to focus on preventing the problem rather than cleaning up the mess addiction leaves behind.

Every dealer who brings methamphetamine into our county has blood on their hands and I will diligently prosecute those who bring this scourge to our county and I will work with our community and law enforcement to find ways to better educate our young people.”

QUESTION: What other challenges need to be addressed from your perspective?

“A felony conviction and an imposed and stayed prison sentence is currently a requirement in order to participate in Drug Court. This is an ineffective, unreasonably harsh, and unnecessary rule. Treatment Courts in other counties have proven success providing these same services to lower level offenders – earlier intervention is more effective. I believe there is a lack of leadership in the current office and that the current standards of conduct do not reflect the values and expectations of the people of Polk County. Polk County needs someone who will lead by example.”

QUESTION: What makes you a better candidate than your opponent?

“My experience as a defense attorney has provided me with unique insight into the needs of our county’s citizens.

I will bring to the office a management style that will foster a healthy and productive work environment to ensure that our tax dollars are being spent appropriately and effectively. During the last several months I have had the privilege of meeting people from nearly all of the communities in Polk County. A common theme I have heard from people is that they are disappointed in the way we are represented by the current office. As District Attorney, my conduct in the court room, the office, and in our community will proudly reflect the values of the people of Polk County.

I will restore our community’s faith in the District Attorney’s Office.”

QUESTION: Why do you want this job?

“I am also disappointed in the way our county has been represented by the current office. The best way to lead is by example and I am best suited to do so. Elected officials are rightly held to a higher standard than those who do not hold office. I share the values and expectations of the people of Polk County and I will advocate for those values accordingly. I am excited to bring new vision and direction to this office. I am proud of this county and want every citizen else to feel the same.”

County Clerk Sharon Jorgenson (R) QUESTION: Briefly discuss your background and qualifications.

“A lifelong resident of Polk County, work experience includes 23 years of service with Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative, 6 years banking experience at savings & loan offices in St Croix Falls and Frederic, 10 months at CWS

Security and 4 years in Polk County Clerk of Courts office. Salutatorian of my high school class, higher education includes an Associate Degree in Accounting completed in 2014.

“At Polk-Burnett Electric, I began as Front Desk Receptionist with promotions to Billing Specialist and Departmental Assistant. As Departmental Assistant, I worked as a trouble shooter for balancing problems, special projects assistance, trained 23 new employees over the years, fi lled in for employees in various departments, and streamlined processes for increased efficiency. Currently I handle accounting functions Jorgenson for Clerk of Court and have experience with traffic and court clerking. Extremely computer savvy, I am proficient with a multitude of software and have experience with 4 various software conversions. My years of customer service and dedication to accuracy will complement the County Clerk position. I am an enterprising, hard-working, efficient, and technically skilled professional with rock solid ethics, known for attention to detail, accuracy, with effective organization and communication skills. I possess the commitment to succeed at the County Clerk position.”

QUESTION: What makes you the better candidate for this position?

“After the August 9th Primary, I took the initiative to spend time in the County Clerk’s office viewing how election results come in and how results are recorded on the Government Accountability Board website. I witnessed unprecedented teamwork among employees as they fielded seemingly endless phone calls and recorded results quickly. Qualities that set me apart are excellent interpersonal skills and my commitment to provide first-rate customer service every time--even when encountering irate customers.

This aligns with Polk County’s values of maintaining high quality customer service. My ability to streamline processes to improve overall efficiency is invaluable. My outstanding work ethic, motivation, ability to manage both myself and others, dedication to excellence, and desire to serve the public in a warm, positive, welcoming manner will benefit both Polk County and its residents.”

QUESTION: Why do you want this job?

“This position will utilize my experience, aptitude for detail, and qualities to a fuller extent providing additional professional growth. New upcoming technology will provide opportunities to streamline tasks for further efficiency. After observing the County Clerk’s office during probably one of the more stressful, busy evenings with voting results coming in, I identified with their priorities for teamwork and effectiveness that match my own. It is important to me to work where individuals want to work together as a true team. Current employees reflect a dedication and commitment to excellent customer service that I identify with and I look forward to joining them if I am elected!”

Mary Jo Hacker (D) QUESTION: Briefly discuss your background and qualifications.

“I became a Polk County Wisconsin resident 33 years ago where I have lived in the Township of Milltown

with my husband, Brad. Together we have two wonderful children, both of whom are currently enrolled in college. I am an active member in our church, school, and community. I am known for being a hard-worker, with excellent organizational skills and management. I have been employed by the Polk County Government for the past 24 years. I started out as a part-time Office Manager for the Parks, Building & Solid Waste Department in correlation with working part-time in the County Clerk’s ofHacker fice. I currently hold a position in the Polk County Community Service Division as an Economic Support Specialist.

I largely work in a team-focused and task-performance system in conjunction with nine other counties. I collaborate with other divisions of the county, community partners, support services and various agencies to provide support for specific individual needs. I specialize in providing ongoing case management for the Elderly, Blind and Disabled individuals. I investigate and conduct intensive interviews to obtain financial and non-financial information. I determine eligibility and maintain record keeping for individuals of Great Rivers Consortium in a timely and accurate manner.”

QUESTION: What makes you the better candidate for this position?

“I am the better candidate for this position because I know how to provide responsive, courteous and efficient customer service to the public. I am consistently exercising considerable discretion, confidentiality and judgment when applying and interpreting complex federal, state, and local agency policies. I have a vast knowledge of services offered within the County along with being able to provide resources for individual needs. Furthermore, I know how critical it is to maintain and implement regulations set forth. This is applied in my current daily tasks and I will continue to do so serving as your County Clerk.”

QUESTION: Why do you want this job?

“I want the county clerk position because I feel it is a wonderful way to get back to interacting with residents of Polk County from a new perspective. This position would allow me a wonderful opportunity to advance my career while utilizing and building on my experience, skills and qualifications. I was engrossed to this position because of the wide variety of duties, customer service and community involvement within the job description.

With the assets I bring I know I will be able to make a difference within Polk County serving as your County Clerk.”

Register of Deeds Sally Spanel (unopposed) QUESTION: What are the primary job duties of the Register of Deeds in Polk County?

“The Register of Deeds is responsible for fi ling, recording, and maintaining land records, as well as issuance of birth, death and marriage records.

Other duties include management of

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staff, department budgeting, and office organization.”

QUESTION: Briefly discuss your background and qualifications.

“My history includes being employed by Attorney Peter Nelton for ten years, during which time I prepared documentation for various types of real estate transactions. Following employment for Nelton Law Office, I worked for Polk County Abstract Company for ten years.

There I gained an understanding of the title industry where my responsibilities included record tracting, searching, title insurance, abstracting, and Spanel real estate closings.

For the past 7+ years I have worked in the public sector as the Administrative Assistant to the Polk County Treasurer, where I work with the Register of Deeds office on a daily basis.”

QUESTION: Why do you want this job?

“Having worked in the real estate business for the past 27+ years, running for the office of Register of Deeds seems like the next natural career step for me. I have a strong understanding of legal descriptions, am very organized and detail oriented, which are vital to this position. My experience, in the private and public sectors, will help a great deal in my transition to the position of Register of Deeds. I enjoy working with the public and look forward to serving the citizens of Polk County.”

Treasurer Amanda Nissen (unopposed) QUESTION: Briefly discuss your background and qualifications for the position of Treasurer.

“I have been the treasurer since 2003. After the previous treasurer retired, I was appointed by the full County Board. I have since been elected to the position from the November 2004 election forward. I am a graduate of the University of WI-River Falls with a major in Business Administration and a minor in Economics. Prior to working in the Polk County Treasurer’s Office, I worked for Polk County in the Department of Administration where I worked in the general accounting division.

Prior to working for Polk County, I was employed by Washington County, MN doing tax Nissen calculation and tax settlement. I am currently the President of the Wisconsin County Treasurer’s Association.”

QUESTION: Why do you want this job?

“I like working with the citizens of Polk County and enjoy the challenges of the position of Polk County Treasurer. Over the last 13 years, my office and I have worked with new and emerging technology to continually improve the method of making this information more readily available to the general public. I feel my experience and qualifications make me the best candidate for this position.”

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Amery News of 1889

Model Milk House Day at Fairgrounds

The following are excerpts from the News Section of the Amery Echo The water in the St. Croix River is the lowest it has been for twenty-five years.

Every available livery team was engaged last Sunday to carry Ameryites over to Clear Lake to witness the defeat of the home team.

Briggs Bros. have received their long looked for lath mill and have put in the same.

Their sawmill is running on full time and cutting lots of lumber.

K. T. Hamilton had the misfortune to have the first finger of the right hand cut off close to the hand. He was cutting lath in Briggs Bros. mill, and reached under the saw to remove some sawdust.

The baseball boys from this place went to Clear Lake last Sunday to play the return game of ball, which resulted in victory for the home nine, score 27 to 29. It is reported that our boys have a rope attached to the limb of a pine stump waiting for the umpire to show up at Amery once more and as yet he has not shown up.

The Robbins House has been overrun with transients this week.

Mrs. Walberg and Miss Hannah Johnson while out riding last Sunday had the misfortune to fall out of the buggy, Miss Johnson was hurt quite seriously.

100 Years Ago October 12, 1916 Ordinance, No. 42 It shall be unlawful for the owner or any person having charge of an automobile to park said automobile along the curb on Keller Avenue where said avenue is paved with rock.

It is therefor ordained that after Monday, October 9th, 1916 the owner or any person having charge of an automobile desiring to park their cars on Keller Avenue between Center and Maple Streets shall place said automobile crosswise in center of said street.

Any person violating the provisions of this ordinance shall on conviction thereof pay a fine of $1.00 besides the costs of prosecution and in default of the payment thereof shall be imprisoned in the county jail at Polk County for not less than 5 days or more than 10 days.

Adopted by the Village Board of the Village of Amery, this 2nd day of October 1916.

P. C. Amundson, Village Pres.

V. H. Christensen, Village Clerk

95 Years Ago October 6, 1921 $1,000 Clock W. W. Winchester has been installing this week one of the finest street clocks in this section in front of his place of

Farmers and their families are urged to attend a showing of the model milk house at the Polk County Fairgrounds at St. Croix Falls, Oct. 4, starting at 1 p.m.

The purpose of the meeting is to acquaint dairymen with the necessity of producing quality milk, discussion of milk house construction, and care of milking utensils as it is relating to producing quality milk.

Overturns Car Friday Evening

Danielson Drug Store Charles Danielson, at eight years of age, came from Sweden with his family to a farm near North Branch, MN, in the 1870’s. He was influenced by an uncle, J. O. Peterson, to pursue pharmacy as a career and responded to a request for a pharmacist to open a pharmacy department in E. J. Schneider’s Department store in Amery in 1900.

The department store was located where Slumberland Clearance is currently located.

Both businesses flourished and in two years both needed more space. So in 1902 with the help of Mr. Schneider, Danielson bought the building across the street and moved the pharmacy to the location now occupied by Home Health Services. This is a photo of Keller Ave. and Birch St. looking south.

business.

Mounted on a high base it stands about 15 feet high, the face and hands being easily seen the whole length of Main Street.

The clock is wound by weights every ten days and is an absolutely reliable t i m e ke e p e r.

The cost of the clock is Yesterday’s about $1,000 – but “it’s my News monu ment ,” says Mr. WinDiane Stangl chester.

Serious Injury Glenn Lindgren, son of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Lindgren broke both bones of his right arm just above the wrist Wednesday of last week while cranking a car.

The break is considered a bad one and it will be a long time before he will have the unimpaired us of the arm.

The accident seems particularly unfortunate at this time as Mr. Lindgren has been at the Polk County Hospital nearly all summer on account of an injured leg and is not yet able to be about.

New Short Order Lunch Mr. and Mrs. Sam Grover have rented the kitchen and dining room of the Miller Hotel and will serve the public at all hours. The Millers will have charge of the room on the upper floor.

90 Years Ago October 7, 1926 New Congregational Parsonage T. Fitch has a contract to remove the old Congregational parsonage and build a new modern dwelling for the Congregational church. He already has the old building removed and the groundwork

started on the new structure.

New Restaurant Open For Business Jas. Ferguson’s new restaurant, which he has opened in the Rockney building, which was remodeled and refinished for the purpose, has been opened to the public under the name of “Fergy’s Nankin Café”. New fixtures and equipment have been installed throughout.

Skull Fracture by Falling Ladder Esther Mae, the 18-monthold daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Amundson of Deronda received serious injuries Friday when a ladder fell striking her on the head fracturing her skull.

She was brought to the Polk County Hospital where medical attention was given. At this time the little one is improving nicely.

85 Years Ago October 1, 1931 Inebriated Deer Fall Victim to Game Thugs Deer poachers who first get their victims drunk, then slay them, are the latest to make an appearance in the field of “game racketeering,” according to a recent bulletin of the American Game Association.

Officers patrolling the Wichita National Forest Game Preserve in Oklahoma reported this 1931 forest model of an old, old trick. They discovered bait composed of fresh, undistilled whiskey mash, of which deer are known to be fond. Nearby the officers found evidence revealing that intoxicated victims, unable to escape, had been slipped upon and stabbed.

Deer Park Man Accidentally Killed Carl Thorson, popular young man of Deer Park, was instant-

ly killed last Friday by the accidental discharge of a shotgun while hunting near Bay City. The charge entered the head near the left temple and while he was rushed to Bay City by others in the hunting party nothing could be done to save him.

Mr. Thorson with five others had been hunting from boats and Mr. Thorson had leaned his gun in the bow of a boat anchored to the shore. The gun slipped from the seat striking the hammer and discharged the load, which entered the unfortunate man’s head.

Mr. Thorson was 24 years of age.

70 Years Ago October 3, 1946 Recovering From Gunshot Wound Howard Knutson, 18-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Marinus Knutson of Amery, is in serious condition at the Amery Hospital following an accidental shooting Saturday afternoon.

The mishap occurred about 2 p.m. in the wooded section of the John Benson farm just north of the city limits when Howard unthinkingly sought to kill a wounded chipmunk by clubbing it with the butt end of his .22 rifle. The gun discharged, the bullet entering the body just under the shirt pocket passed between the ribs and completed its course, emerging out the back.

He was alone at the time that the accident happened and walked under his own power until he almost reached a group of men some distance from the scene. George Sigsworth rushed him to the Amery Hospital Barring complications, he stands a good chance to recover from the shooting.

The new Chrysler car of Dr. I. L. Waterman of Amery overturned about three-fourths of a mile north of Vassau’s corner on county truck highway H Friday evening.

Driving the vehicle at the time of the accident was Richard Waterman who was accompanied by a group of friends.

No one was injured.

55 Years Ago September 28, 1961 Arrest Youths for Burning Cottage Two gun-toting St. Paul youths were arrested last week by Polk County Sheriff’s deputies after they broke into several cottages in the county and burned another to the ground at Pipe Lake.

The youths, James Lasure, 18, and Carl Van Sell, both of St. Paul, were taken into custody by Under-sheriff Harold Maier and Deputy Sheriff Ray Nelson.

The lawmen apprehended the pair at the Twin Town store, after a tip from a lakeshore resident that he had heard gunshots and also noticed the boys and their car around the lake.

When taken into custody, the youths had only four cents in their possession, and had not paid for gas and oil at the Twin Town store.

In addition to the four cents, the officers found a sawed-off shotgun on the person of one of the boys and another weapon of similar nature under the hood of the car. The car was reported stolen in St. Paul.

Inside the car the officers found boxes of stolen merchandise, including guns, food, power tools, wrenches, electrical appliances and dishes.

Sheriff Eugene Holmes reported that the youths had burned one cottage, completely vandalized another and at a third cottage on Pipe Lake they had thrown a hammer through the window and then shot holes through a fiberglass boat.

The pair also admitted breaking into and vandalizing the cottages of the Erickson, Johnson and Brown families on Apple River. The first names and addresses of the owners are still unknown by Sheriff Holmes.

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SCC puts clamps on Warriors

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Friday was a tough night for the Amery football team as it suffered its first shutout loss of the season and first back-to-back loss in a 35-0 defeat at the hands of the St. Croix Central Panthers. The Warriors’ (4-3, 3-2 MBC) previous two losses were to Division 4’s top-ranked Osceola team and Division 6’s seventh-ranked Glenwood City squad.

SCC did its damage on the ground, rushing the ball 59 times for 431 yards while going 0-for-1 on pass attempts. Amery, on the other hand, struggled to move the ball by either method, earning just 45 yards on the ground and 85 in the air.

Lane Christensen completed six of 23 pass attempts and threw one interception. Tristen Collins was the primary target with four receptions for 60 yards.

Brett Forrest caught one pass for 17 yards, and Connor McBrayer had one reception for eight yards.

Shawn Waalen led the team on the ground attack with 17 carries for 45 yards. McBrayer pitched in five rushes for 24 yards.

SCC’s Ryan Larson ran for 218 yards on 25 carries while Mike Steinmetz contributed 93 yards on 11 touches.

Defensively, it was Camden Smith with a busy night for the Warriors, collecting a team-high 11 tackles. Waalen finished with eight. Collins forced one fumble, and McBrayer recovered a fumble.

Waalen, McBrayer and James Baillargeon each returned two kicks and averaged at least 18 yards per return. McBrayer tallied a team-best 46 return yards.

With the losses to Osceola and SCC over the past two weeks, the Warriors dropped from first place in the Middle Border Conference standings into a tie for third place with SCC.

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Shawn Waalen goes airbone to hit the hole. Wallen had 45 yards rushing.

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Warriors celebrate Mitch Waalen’s fumble recovery.

Tristan Collins makes a reception.

Clayton serves up 24 aces against Northwood

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Clayton’s girls’ volleyball team destroyed Northwood on Sept. 27 by scores of 25-7, 25-6

and 25-9.

The Bears racked up 24 service aces and 31 kills on the night. Leading the service game was McKenna Larson, who served up 16 of the team’s

73 serves and added four aces to the mix. Madysn Cardinal, Marissa Gilberts, and Kailey Ketz each tallied five aces while Jaedyn Bussewitz added four.

At the net, it was Larson again leading the way with seven kills, followed by Selena Levendoski with six. Gilbertson contributed 28 assists to the effort.

Defensively, Cardinal tallied six serve receptions, and Bussewitz, eight digs. Jensyn Bussewitz and Alison Leslie each added a block assist.

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Marquand wins conference title, Amery second as team

TANYA JULSON

Front row, from left: Bethany Marquand, Dani Meyer, Kayla Olson and Ruth Elmer Back row, from left: Hannah Zinnn, Deanna Meyer, Olivia Braaten, Allison Oman, Essie Whitehead and Grace Springett.

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery’s girls’ tennis team placed second at the Middle Border Conference Tournament on Sept. 27 and 28 with 29 team points.

“The weather on the 27th was some of the most challenging weather we have experienced,” said Amery Coach Tanya Julson. “If the cold and

wind wasn’t challenging enough to play in, it then began to rain and the tournament was then postponed to the next day.”

Bethany Marquand brought her “A” game and claimed a No. 3 singles conference championship by defeating Osceola’s Melanie King 6-0, 6-1, and New Richmond’s Katey Eickhoff, 6-1, 4-6 (11-9).

“She was strong and

confident in her matches,” Julson said.

Claiming a No. 2 singles conference runner-up finish was Ruth Elmer, who defeated Ellsworth’s Anna Olson, 6-3, 6-1 in the semifinal round with patient and consistent play before losing to Osceola’s Trista Haan 2-6, 4-6 in the championship match.

At No. 4 singles, Hannah Zinn claimed second with a 6-3, 6-3 semifinal

win over Mondovi’s Maria Jans before losing 1-6, 0-6 to champion Reese Jacobson of New Richmond.

Coach Julson said Zinn’s hard work and determination showed in the tourney.

Also placing second – at No. 2 doubles – was the Amery duo of Allison Oman and Olivia Braaten. Amery opened with a straight set shutout win over Unity in the first

round and followed with a 6-4, 6-4 win over Baldwin-Woodville’s Kelsey Pedersen and Megan Suckow in the semifinals. Their run ended with a 4-6, 0-6 loss to New Richmond’s Madi Storie and Sydney Hahn in the championship match.

Coach Julson commended the girls’ great use of strategy, “mixing the strategies of traditional doubles with Australian doubles.”

Amery’s No. 3 doubles team of Essie Whitehead and Grace Springett added another second place finish with a 6-2, 6-0 semifinal win over Mondovi’s Amy Kinne and Haley Gianzman. They put up a strong fight in the finals with great teamwork and footwork before falling 4-6, 4-6 to New Richmond’s Kerrigan Storie and Emma Borgstrom.

Kayla Olson placed third at No. 1 singles, defeating Mondovi’s Emily Faskrud 6-2, 6-2, with excellent ground strokes.

Dani Meyer and Deanna Meyer placed fourth at No. 1 doubles, winning their first round match over Ellsworth’s Maria Cole and Mady Paquet 6-7 (6-8), 6-3 (10-6), utilizing

strong communication and footwork.

Amery finished the conference dual regular season in second place with it only loss coming to champion New Richmond.

“It is a very exciting tennis season,” Julson said. “Last year we ended in a 3 way tie for second place in the conference.

This year we clearly finished in second place alone. This is the best finish Amery has had in the conference in many years. This year the team has worked hard and stayed focused at every practice and match. They continued learn, grow, and improve the entire season. We have worked on basic strokes, strategies, and the mental aspects of the game. The girls take in everything we talk about at practice.

“I have been able to teach this team techniques and strategies of the game at high level and they are ready and able to apply it in their matches. They are an amazing group of girls to work with. I love their energy and enthusiasm for the game.”

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BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery’s boys’ soccer team played Baldwin-Woodville to a 1-1 draw on what Amery Coach Flint Karis described as a “slick, slippery surface that featured great defense and goalkeeping by both teams under difficult conditions.”

Baldwin stole a ball in the fi fth minute and turned it into the game’s first goal on a quick pass and shot.

Amery countered, scoring on a set piece in the 18th minute.

All aspects of the game were even in the first half with both teams notching 7 shots on goal.

Amery took control of possession in the second

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“We just had one of those games where we just could not finish, narrowly missing on a number of scoring opportunities,” Karis said. “Those kinds of games are going to happen, and that is why great defensive play is so important.”

Goalkeeper Cole Jakupciak finished with eight saves, including pushing the ball over the cross bar on a corner kick and cutting off a hard cross on the ground late in the game.

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Oct. 4 @ Clear Lake Oct. 5 vs. Turtle Lake Oct. 10 @ Prairie Farm

Amery Football Oct. 7 @ Somerset

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SCC controls Amery volleyball JOANN ERICKSON

Junior Ryan VanBlaricom looking to get the ball at midfield.

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

On Sept. 27, Amery’s volleyball team lost to St. Croix Central in three straight games, 16-25, 1525, 13-25.

After sticking close with the Panthers until the 8-9 mark, Amery gave up a seven-point run to SCC and could not recover in game one. The Panthers wasted little time establishing a solid lead again in game two jumping out to a 12-3 advantage and cruised to their second game victory of the night.

Game three was very similar as SCC built a 15-5 lead and held on for the big win.

Abby Schmidt led the Warriors in kills with five, followed by Ella Schmidt with four. Esmee Luchtenburg tallied nine assist and Keeley Brown, five.

Madelyn Granica led the defense with four solo blocks while Ashley VanSomeren added two solo blocks.

Keeley Brown, Esmee Luchtenburg, Shayan Tavanae, and Ella Schmidt each contributed service aces.

Amery volleyball falls to Somerset JOANN ERICKSON

Senior Captain Sabin Coy looking to get around an Osceola player.

Warriors shut out Osceola

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Although it was anybody’s game for the majority of the contest, Amery’s boys’ soccer team gained momentum late and picked up a 7-0 shutout road victory over Osceola on Sept. 29.

“The team had some difficulty adjusting to the turf in the first half,” said Amery Coach Flint Karis. “The ball travels much faster, and it took a while to get used to that compared to playing on grass.”

Despite the learning curve for the unfamiliar surface, the Warriors gained the early advantage as Luis Rapalo received a through ball from Ryan Van Blaricom in the 12th minute and drove it into the back of the net for the game’s

first goal. Alexis Gonsales followed with a breakaway goal in the 35th minute, leaving a 2-0 halftime advantage for Amery.

“Osceola had two outstanding shots in the half that were saved

by Cole Jakupciak,” Karis said.

“Osceola has two very dangerous forwards that put a lot of pressure on Amery’s defense but defenders, Craig Richter, Chris McLeod, Alex Thomsen, Sabin Coy and Noah Rademaker did just enough to break up the attacks.”

Rapalo scored on a corner kick served in by Alex Thomsen in the 52nd minute, opening the flood gates as Amery took control of the game. Sophomore Ridge Sigsworth scored in the 62nd minute, and Mason Bosley scored in the 63rd minute. Galen Coy added another in the 70th minute and was

assisted by Rapalo. Dalton Gilbertson finished off a cross from Chase Measner in the 89th minute to seal the win.

Amery tallied 15 shots on goal compared to two for Osceola and won the corner kick battle 5-1.

“Great team defense and two phenomenal early saves by Cole Jakupciak were the difference in this game,” Karis said. “Defense wins. Period!”

Junior Varsity also gets shutout The JV team notched another victory with a 1-0 decision as Irving Saavedra scored in the fi rst half.

“The JV squad controlled the game and had many near misses on shots which kept the game close to the end,” Karis said.

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

After a pair of close losses in the first two games against Somerset on Sept. 29, the Amery volleyball team ran out of steam and fell 21-25, 20-25 and 8-25 to the Spartans.

Game one featured nine lead changes with Amery holding its final lead at 18-17. The Warriors led just once in the second game despite remaining within striking distance throughout the contest, trailing by no more than six points at any time.

Somerset built a 10-2 lead early in game three and never looked back, clinching the victory.

Madelyn Granica picked up nine kills for the Warriors while teammate Abby Schmidt added six. Ashley VanSomeren and Alyssa Koehler each finished with four kills.

Esmee Luchtenburg contributed 22 assists while Keeley Brown, VanSomeren and Koehler each had a service ace.

Defensively, Granica finished with two solo blocks while VanSomeren, Luchtenburg and Abby Schmidt each added one.

Kate Forrest and Abby Schmidt held down the back court.

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Amery golfers qualify for sectional meet

DARCY LORSUNG

Freshman Carli Vincent putting on hole 6 at Amery D2 regional DARCY LORSUNG

Sylvie Johnson with a tee shot on #8

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Holly Brickel with a great chip on 7 DARCY LORSUNG

Molly Vincent with a great shot on #6

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Despite windy and chilly fall conditions, Amery’s girls’ golf team put together a strong effort last week at their home course and earned a spot in the Oct. 3 sectional meet in Hayward with a third place team finish in the eight-team region-

al.

The top four teams advanced to the sectional meet as Baldwin-Woodville placed first with a score of 434. Ellsworth was second at 439. Amery and Osceola tied for third place with scores of 473 to wrap up the final sectional qualifying spots.

“It was an exciting moment for us,” said Amery Coach Dar-

cy Lorsung. “One we have not experienced in many years.”

Annie Lorsung finished in a three-way tie for fifth place with a score of 107 while Holly Brickel shared 8th place with Baldwin-Woodville’s Hope Tiffany with scores of 111. Molly Vincent’s score of 119 was good enough for a share of 15th place.

Sylvie Johnson occupied

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Annie Lorsung in middle of fairway on #5

the No. 32 spot (136), and Carli Vincent wrapped up 36th place (143).

“A special thanks goes out to the Josh Gould (Amery Athletic Director), Steve Wilhelm (Amery Golf Pro), and Sara Anderson (Amery Golf Club Manager) for making the Regional Golf so successful and comfortable for all teams involved,”

Coach Lorsung said. “The course was in such beautiful shape even though is played very difficult.”

Team Scores Baldwin-Woodville 434, Ellsworth 439, Amery 473, Osceola 473, St. Croix Central 492, Somerset 503, Prescott 510, Luck Coop 525

Warriors win consolation bracket at Amery Invite

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery’s volleyball team won 1 of 6 games in morning pool play at the October 1 Amery Invite before bouncing back to take four of five games to win the afternoon consolation bracket. The Warriors dropped two games to St. Croix Falls, split the two-game series with Webster and lost two games to Hayward in the morning pool.

They then came to life in the consolation bracket, defeating Chetek, 2-0, and Webster, 2-1, to win the bracket.

St. Croix Falls 2, Amery 0 St. Croix Falls jumped out to an 11-3 lead in game one.

Amery rallied back to tie the game at 19 points each, but ended up falling 21-25.

In the second game against

the Saints, the Warriors spotted their opponents the first five points and never made it any closer than two points (4-6) on their way to a 8-25 defeat.

Webster 1, Amery 1 Amery and Webster played a tight contest in the early stages of game one, playing to a 6-6 tie, but Amery found a hot streak in the form of a 4-0 run and never looked back, cruising to 25-15 victory.

Game two was another story, however, as Webster jumped out to a 3-0 lead and slowly built its lead up to nine points, 16-7, before Amery attempted a rally. The Warriors mounted a five-point run to pull to within three points, 14-17, and managed to cut the deficit to one point, 23-24, but just couldn’t complete the rally, losing 23-25.

Hayward 2, Amery 0 Amery looked to have Hayward on the ropes in the early going of game one, building a 15-3 lead, but the Hurricanes stormed back with a 16-3 run to claim their first lead at 19-18 – a lead Hayward would never relinquish as the went on to defeat the Warriors, 25-22.’

Game two was an evenly-played showdown that started with a 7-7 tie, but Hayward put together four unanswered points to build momentum that lead to a 25-12 blowout.

Chetek-Weyerhaeuser 0, Amery 2 Game one was never in question against the Bulldogs as Amery jumped out to a 19-2 lead and finished with a 25-7 victory. Game two was much closer in the early going, however, as Chetek clung to a two-point 5-7 deficit before giving up an 18

point run by the Warriors to close out the contest.

Webster 1, Amery 2 Amery trailed Webster by as many as eight points in game one of their consolation bracket showdown before falling 20-25.

The Warriors dug deep, however, in game two and put together an early 7 point run to build a 9-2 advantage. Amery maintained at least a five point cushion until the 16-11 mark when Webster mounted a mini rally that resulted in a 22-21 Webster lead. Amery responded with a game-winning 4-0 run. The deciding game was close throughout, with Amery leading by no more than four points in the early going until Webster overtook a 9-8 advantage. Amery regained the lead at 11-10 only to see it swing back to Webster at 13-12. Once again

the Warriors finished strong, though and finished with a 3-0 game-winning run.

Madelyn Granica finished the day with team best 26 kills, followed by Alyssa Koehler with 10, Abby Schmidt, with seven, Ella Schmidt with seven and Ashley VanSomeren with seven.

VanSomeren was a force defensively, collecting seven solo blocks and four block touches still in play. Granica added five solo blocks and six block touches still in play.

Keeley Brown led the team in assists with 35, followed by Esmee Luchtenburg with 25.

Abby Schmidt racked up 27 aces including 19 against Chetek-Weyerhaeuser. Granica tallied seven aces.

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Libby Braaten placed third for the Warriors, 204th overall.

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery’s girls’ cross country team made a solid showing on Sept. 24 with three freshmen, a sophomore and a senior leading the team to a 39th-place score of 987 in the 51-team Maroon Division of the Roy Griak Invitational at the University of Minnesota.

Pacing the Warriors was freshman Lydia Monson, whose time of 22:50 earned

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Mary Johnson placed fifth for the Warriors, 284th overall.

her a 98th-place finish in the field of 450 runners. Senior Liz Monette added a 163rd-place time of 23:41 while freshmen Libby (24:25) and Abby Braaten (25:10) placed 224th and 294th, respectively.

Sophomore Mary Johnson gave the Warriors 284 team points were her 325th-place time of 25:37.

Freshman Annika Schwartz (27:59) and senior Olivia Jensen (29:23) placed 397th and 423rd, respectively.

Team Scores Lakeville North 141, Brainerd 173, Menomonie 180, Sioux Falls O’Gorman 227, Bloomington Jefferson 248, Shorwood 269, Becker 293, Notre Dame Academy 296, Minnehaha Academy 395, South St. Paul 404, River Falls 408, Cedar Grove Belgium 416, Homestead 428, Burro 446, Wausau West 476, Pierre T.F. Riggs 478, St. Louis Park 490,

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Abby Braaten placed fourth for the Warriors, 261th overall.

Lakeland Union 509, Albany 526, Stewartville 633, St. Croix Central 635, Coon Rapids 679, St. Paul Central 700, Wausau East 716, Maple-Northwestern 747, Random Lake/Ozaukee, Champlin Park 756, Benilde-St. Margaret’s 778, Rice Lake 812, Aberdeen Rancalli 835, Sioux City North 849, Ellsworth 907, Aquinas 909, Sparta 958, St. Paul Academy Summit 959, Minneapolis South 966, Rogers 976, Milbank SD

986, Amery 987, Holmen 990, Mankato East 1012, Spring Lake Park 1030, George-Little Rock 1052, Cretin-Derham Hall 1064, Cochrane Fountain City 1135, North St. Pall 1167, St. Anthony Village 1180, Colby/Abbotsford 1255, Antigo 1320, Webster 1485, St. Paul Como Park 1560

Cross Country boys pace 42nd at Roy Griak

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Noah Zinn placed fourth for the Warriors, 303rd overall.

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery’s boys’ cross country team participated in the prestigious Roy Griak Invitational on Sept. 24 and placed 42nd of 54 teams in the Maroon Division.

Junior Jude Ingham paced the Warriors with an 90th place time of 19:12 in the field of 494 runners. Sophomore Elias Boe-Parish was 205th,

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Andrew Carlson placed seventh for the Warriors, 336th overall.

stopping the clock at 20:03.

Senior Ryan Heiss was nine seconds behind Boe-Parish in 233rd place. Coming in 363rd was senior Noah Zinn with a time of 21:20. Dylan Johnson fi lled the final scoring position with a 367th place effort that stopped the clock at 21:22. Freshmen Henry Budke (21:43) and Andrew Carlson (22:00) placed 394th and 414th, respectively.

Team Scores St. Paul Central 137, St. Michael-Albertville 222, Forest Lake 250, Notre Dame Academy 273, Lakeville North 312, Sioux Falls O’Gorman 326, Coon Rapids 335, Cedar Grove Belgium 338, George-Little Rock 393, Minnehaha Academy 417, Aquinas 462, Champlin Park 462, Brainerd 465, Pierre T.F. Riggs 498, Bloomington Jefferson 506, Mankato East 506, Holmen 518, River

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Elias Boe Parish placed second for the Warriors, 193rd overall.

Falls 550, Wausau East 575, Sparta 576, St. Louis Park 585, Benilde-St. Margaret’s 590, Minneapolis South 653, Pipestone Area 674, Burro 731, Milwaukee Lutheran 739, Menomonie 789, Albany 802, Sioux City North 816, Minneapolis Southwest 825, Becker 835, Rogers 847, Maple-Northwestern 858, Ashland 904, Webster 941, Grand Rapids 941, St. Anthony Village 956, Math & Science Academy 966, St. Croix

Central 974, St. Paul Como Park 1000, Spring Lake Park 1037, Amery 1103, Wausau West 1121, Milbank 1133, Aberdeen Rancalli 1173, Ellsworth 1187, St. Paul Academy Summit 1239, Colby/Abbotsford 1293, Antigo 1303, South St. Paul 1337, Cochrane-Fountain City 1382, St. Paul Wash Teck 1432, Stewartville 1471, Spooner 1671

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STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Order Setting Time to Hear Petition for Administration and Deadline for Filing Claims (Formal Administration) Case No. 16 PR 65 In the Matter of the Estate of JAMES J. BRINKER A petition for formal administration was filed.

THE COURT ORDERS: 1. The petition be heard at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room Br. 2, before Circuit Court Judge/Circuit Court Commissioner Jeffery L. Anderson, on October 28, 2016 at 11:00 a.m.

You do not need to appear unless you object. The petition may be granted if there is no objection.

2. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is December 30, 2016.

3. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500.

4. Heirship will be determined at the hearing on petition for final judgment.

5. Publication of this notice is notice to any persons whose names or addresses are unknown.

BY THE COURT: Hon. Jeffery L. Anderson Circuit Court Judge September 13, 2016 Joseph P. Earley, Earley Law Office 539 S. Knowles Avenue New Richmond, WI 54017 715-246-7555 Bar Number 1026211

STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT BURNETT COUNTY Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 14 PR 60 In the Matter of the Estate of Marilyn Jean Brown Deceased PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth June 29, 1927 and date of death September 3, 2014, was domiciled in Burnett County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 2176 Frog Lake Road, Danbury, WI 54830.

3. All interested persons waived notice.

4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is November 30, 2016.

5. A claim may be filed at the Burnett County Courthouse, Siren, Wisconsin.

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Candidates, campaign workers, and citizens reminded that improperly-placed signs violate state law, create potential safety hazards, and will be removed As another fall campaign season kicks into high gear, there’s at least one important issue that is not open for debate: state law prohibits placing any type of sign - including political, commercial or garage sale signs on highway right of way.

With a major election approaching November 8, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) reminds candidates, campaign workers and the general public that placing items in highway right of way is both illegal and potentially dangerous. “This is really about public safety,” said Rose Phetteplace, director of WisDOT’s Bureau of Highway Maintenance. “Any time you are walking along a roadway for any reason, you’re putting your life and the lives of other motorists in danger.”

Improperly-placed signs: -Distract motorists or obstruct their view, especially at intersections; -Pose a safety risk to people who enter highway right of way to install a sign, and to road maintenance workers who will remove the sign; -Damage or disable mowers and other equipment, and can potentially injure maintenance workers or others.

Signs with wire supports degrade in the weather, leaving only the wire frame that is difficult to see.

What is highway right of way?

Where are signs allowed?

Except for official traffic signs, state law prohibits placing any signs or other objects in highway right of way. This prohibition extends to all numbered state, federal and interstate highways, along with county highways, town roads, municipal streets, alleys, bike and pedestrian paths. In general, highway right of way in a rural area extends to beyond shoulders, ditches and any

adjoining fence line. In urban areas, right-of-way generally extends beyond the sidewalk.

Signposts and street name marker posts are always within the right of way.

Most utility poles are within highway right of way and can be used as a rough guide for sign placement. If a sign is placed between a utility pole and a roadway – it is likely in an illegal location.

Signs are not allowed within street terrace areas, highway medians or roundabouts. With the landowner’s consent, political signs are allowed on private property without a billboard permit as long as the signs do not exceed 32 square feet and contain no flashing lights or moving parts.

Dealing with improperly-located signs Improperly-located signs are dealt with as part of regular highway maintenance. Road maintenance crews are asked to make reasonable attempts to preserve larger, improperly-placed campaign signs and provide campaign offices an opportunity to retrieve them from the municipal maintenance facility.

“If you see highway maintenance workers removing improperly-located signs, remember, they’re simply enforcing state law and keeping roadways as safe as possible for all of us,” Phetteplace said.

State law (Section 86.19) provides for a fine from $10 to $500 for signs that violate the law. Local municipalities may have additional guidelines regulating the placement of signs along county highways or local roads and streets.

Persons who illegally place signs may also be liable for any damages caused to equipment or people.

More information on state laws pertaining to improperly placed signs can be found on the WisDOT website.

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Major changes impact WI Voter ID rules AMERY, WI – City of Amery Clerk Fran Duncanson urges voters in the City of Amery to plan now to make sure they have the acceptable photo ID to vote with for the November 8th, 2016 Presidential Election. Most voters already have one of the types of photo ID required to vote.

Election Day On Election Day, voters must provide one of the following photo IDs before they can cast a ballot. The following IDs are still valid if expired if they expired since November 4, 2014: -Wisconsin Driver License -Wisconsin State ID Card -Military ID Card -U.S. Passport Book or Card The following forms of photo ID are also acceptable: -A Certificate of Naturalization, within 2 years of issuance -Driver License Receipt issued by the WI DOT, within 45 days of issuance -ID issued by a federally recognized Wisconsin Indian Tribe (Can still be used if expired) -Veterans Affairs ID Card (must be unexpired or have no expiration) -A photo ID issued by a Wis-

consin accredited university or college, or technical college along with an enrollment verification document. The card must show the voter’s name, signature, photo, the date the card was issued, and the date the card expires. The issued date cannot be more than two years from the expiration date. The card may still be used to vote even if it is expired.

An acceptable photo ID is not required to include a current address.

If you do not have a valid WI Driver’s License or WI State ID you can receive a free WI State ID from your local DMV if you specifically request a free ID for voting purposes.

If you don’t have documentation, like a birth certificate, you can still get a free ID for voting after one visit to the DMV using their petition process. Please contact your local DMV or your Local Clerk for more information.

Absentee Voting During in-person absentee voting, voters must present photo ID just like on Election Day. In the City of Amery in-person absentee

THANK YOU We would like to thank the nursing staff and Dr. Lily Rogers at the Amery Hospital for the wonderful care our mother received last week. They were very attentive and made her feel comfortable during her 4 day stay.

Sincerely, The family of Lila Ward

(early) voting will begin on October 24th, 2016 and will end on November 4th, 2016.

When voters request an absentee ballot by mail, they must include a photocopy of their photo ID with the request, or the ballot cannot be mailed. You only need to provide your copy of photo ID once to vote by mail. Voters who are “indefinitely confined” because of age, illness, infirmity or disability, and who select this option when requesting their ballot, do not need to provide a photo ID when voting by mail. Active members of the U.S. Armed Services who are away from home are also exempt from the photo ID requirement when voting by mail. Please contact your local clerk’s office for more information.

For specific questions on how the new Voter ID law affects you please contact my office at 715-268-3411.

Voters are also encouraged to visit the Wisconsin Elections Commission’s Photo ID website www. bringit.wisconsin.gov for information about the new law.

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The 2016 Arnell Memorial Humane Society Walk for Animals was a huge success. With the support of local businesses and pledging participants, Arnell will continue to provide a safe haven for animals in need of a helping hand in our community.

Thank you to all of the businesses sponsoring this event for the animals: Bremer Bank, Coleman & Hartman, Leadholm Insurance Agency, Chet Johnson Drug, Dragonfly Gardens, Amery True Value, Countryside Cooperative, Williamson-White Funeral Home, Clear Lake Veterinary Service, Amery Hospital & Clinic, Amery Chevrolet, Dental Arts, Williams & Davis, Matrix Cable Solutions, River Place Dental.

NOTICE OF REFERENDUM Village of Clayton November 8, 2016

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that at an election to be held in the Village of Clayton on Tuesday, November 8, 2016, the following question will be submitted to a vote of the people:

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Voters Urged to Check Their Registration Now for November General Election Amery, WI – With the election just several weeks away, Amery City Clerk Fran Duncanson urges local voters to make sure they are properly registered for the November 8 General Election.

“If you take just a few minutes to go online to the state’s website http://MyVote.WI.gov you can make sure you are registered to vote at your current address, and know where to go on Election Day, said Duncanson.

“In less than two minutes, you can go to MyVote.

WI.gov, find your polling place location and see what will be on your ballot,” Duncanson said. “If you are not registered or you need to update your name or address, you can start the process online.”

“If you don’t have Internet access, just give my office a call at 715-268-3411 or stop by the office at 118 Center Street and we will be happy to help you.”

Clerk Duncanson reminded voters that Wednesday, October 19 is the deadline to register to vote by mail, including the voter registration form they get when they use MyVote Wisconsin. All mail-in voter registration applications must be postmarked by October 19.

Starting on October 20, all voter registrations must be in the clerk’s office or at the polling place on Election Day. Every voter registration must be accompanied by a document for proof of residence. This can be a driver license or state ID with a current address, a recent utility bill or bank statement, or a lease or property tax bill. A complete list of proof-of-residence documents is available online: http://gab.wi.gov/publications/voter-guides/proof-of-residence.

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MONTHLY MEETING

To be held October 10, 2016, at 7 p.m. at the District Office located at 777 South Shore Drive.

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

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REGULAR MEETING Town of Clear Lake

The Regular meeting of the Town of Clear Lake will be held at the Town Hall on Monday, October 10, 2016, at 7:00 p.m.

AGENDA: 1. Meeting called to order 2. Reading and approval of last meeting’s minutes 3. Treasurer’s Report 4. Chairman’s Report 5. Approve payment of monthly bills 6. Ordinance Commission Report 7. Old Business: -Estimate for possible shop/hall 8. New Business: 9. Road Maintenance 10. Adjourned Janelle Johnson, Town Clerk

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VOTING BY ABSENTEE BALLOT General Election November 8, 2016

Any qualified elector who is unable or unwilling to appear at the polling place on Election Day may request to vote an absentee ballot. A qualified elector is any U.S. citizen, who will be 18 years of age or older on Election Day, who has resided in the ward or municipality where he or she wishes to vote for at least 28 consecutive days before the election. The elector must also be registered in order to receive an absentee ballot. Proof of identification must be provided before an absentee ballot may be issued.

You must make a request for an absentee ballot in writing.

Contact your municipal clerk and request that an application for an absentee ballot be sent to you for the primary or election or both. You may also submit a written request in the form of a letter.

Your written request must list your voting address within the municipality where you wish to vote, the address where the absentee ballot should be sent, if different, and your signature. You may make application for an absentee ballot by mail, email or in person.

Making application to receive an absentee ballot by mail The deadline for making application to receive an absentee by mail is: 5 pm on the fifth day before the election, November 3, 2016.

Note: Special absentee voting application provisions apply to electors who are indefinitely confined to home or a care facility, in the military, hospitalized, or serving as a sequestered juror. If this applies to you, contact the municipal clerk regarding deadlines for requesting and submitting an absentee ballot.

Voting an absentee ballot in person You may also request and vote an absentee ballot in the clerk's office or other specified location during the days and hours specified for casting an absentee ballot in person.

CITY OF AMERY Fran Duncanson, Clerk 120 Center St. Amery, WI 54001 Phone 715-268-7486 In person absentee voting by appointment during specified hours Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

TOWN OF BLACK BROOK Sally Pickard, Clerk 858 60th Ave. Amery, WI 54001 Phone 715-268-2926 In person absentee voting by appointment during specified hours Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

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

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

TOWN OF APPLE RIVER Lisa Carlson, Clerk 612 US Hwy. 8 Amery, WI 54001 Phone 715-768-5002 In person absentee voting by appointment TOWN OF BEAVER Wendy Coleman, Clerk 1541 Cty. Hwy. T Turtle Lake, WI 54889 Phone 715-986-4725 In person absentee voting by appointment

TOWN OF CLEAR LAKE Janelle Johnson, Clerk 209 50th Ave. Clayton, WI 54004 Phone 715-948-2189 In person absentee voting by appointment during specified hours Thursdays, Oct. 6, 13 & 20, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Oct. 24-Nov. 4 Mon., Wed., Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Tues., Thurs. 2-6 p.m.

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

TOWN OF LINCOLN Stephanie Marciniak, Clerk 661 85th St. Amery, WI 54001 Phone 715-268-4747 In-person absentee voting will take place Tuesdays & Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and by appointment Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

TOWN OF VANCE CREEK Marge Marlett, Clerk 16 - 4 1/2 Ave. Clayton, WI 54004 Phone 715-948-2670 Glennis Lynch, Deputy Clerk 715-455-1432 In person absentee voting by appointment during specified hours Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

VILLAGE OF CLAYTON Dave Fall, Clerk PO Box 63 Clayton, WI 54004 Phone 715-948-2460 In person absentee voting during all office hours Mon.-Thurs. 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Fri. 8:30 a.m.-Noon or by appointment VILLAGE OF CLEAR LAKE Al Bannink, Clerk 350 4th Ave. Clear Lake, WI 54005 Phone 715-263-2157 In person absentee voting during all office hours

The first day to vote an absentee ballot in the clerk’s office is: October 4, 2016 The last day to vote an absentee ballot in the clerk's office: November 4, 2016 No in-person absentee voting may occur on the day before the election.

The municipal clerk will deliver voted ballots returned on or before Election Day to the proper polling place or counting location before the polls close on November 8, 2016. Any ballots received after the polls close will not be counted.

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Eighth graders learn teamwork and much more in day at Ox Lake

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As part of the anti-bullying program at the Amery Middle School, eighth graders spent Sept. 30 at Ox Lake Camp. The students, placed in randomly selected teams, worked through various challenges at the camp.

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Students supported and encouraged a teammate making his way through a rope course with his eye closed. The district points to this exercise as a way of developing leaders to prevent bullying.

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Clubhouse childcare celebrates one year of success

BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Amery’s Clubhouse childcare program that serves infants through pre-k children has marked its first year at Lien Elementary.

And it’s thriving.

With only one other child care center in Amery, the program got off to a strong start last September, thanks to help of Community Ed. Director Tracy Hendrickson. The goal of the Clubhouse programming has been to offer this service in an effort to keep more families from open enrolling out of Amery.

“Other than people doing home care, TLC was the only childcare center in Amery. It was one of the reasons people were open enrolling in New Richmond, because of the childcare,” says Clubhouse Director, Nina Hutton.

And the idea has clearly taken off, serving a substantial need in the community.

“It was full by November, and stayed full until June,” says Hutton. “And we have a huge waiting list. And we already have a wait list for before and after school too, and it’s only the first week of

‘I’m turning people away almost every day, for child care. I could probably add another 20 kids, right now.’

Nina Hutton Director of Clubhouse Childcare, Amery school.”

The before and after school program, which has served school age children for ten years now, is also thriving.

Currently that program has 110 students enrolled, while

the childcare program has 50 children.

“I’m turning people away almost every day, for child care,” says Hutton. “I could probably add another 20 kids, right now.”

She could, except they just don’t have the space.

The program has children from Amery, Clear Lake, Osceola, St. Croix, and Unity areas. But the space they use at Lien Elementary is just three classrooms for in- Toddlers enjoy lunch in their classroom at Clubhouse Child Care. fants, toddlers, and program, Hutton and her staff and interact with the children. preschoolers, who Hutton is hopeful that the need separate spaces. They do of 15 teachers and child-care share gym and outdoor areas workers are making due with community recognizes the with the elementary school, the imperfections. Lunch is value in Clubhouse programhowever, which has worked served on a cart. Storage is at ming.

As to the possibility of exout well for many reasons. a premium. Naptime is also a Hutton explains that by the bit of a challenge. They have pansion she adds, “I hope so. It time these youngsters are a pressing need for a shade is a community need, and evready for school, Lien Elemen- structure for their playground eryone wants quality affordtary is a place they already area. And the group is always able childcare.” looking for more supplies, know and love.

As an independently funded toys, and volunteers to come

Quinn and Huftel debate in Rice Lake

BY BOB ZIENTARA BARRON NEWS-SHIELD

Incumbent 75th Dist.

State Rep. Romaine R. Quinn, R-Chetek, and his Democratic challenger, Joe Huftel, spent an hour with an audience of about 160 Thursday night, Sept.

29, 2016, trading charges, talking policy and answering questions, in a debate sponsored by the University of Wisconsin-Barron County.

Rice Lake native Quinn, the former mayor who ousted Democratic incumbent Stephen Smith in the 2014 Assembly race, defended a record that he said includes positive results for state taxpayers, gun owners, children of substance abusers, job seekers and veterans.

Challenger Huftel retired last year after a three-decade career in education that ended with his position as administrator at Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College in New Richmond.

He promised to do a better job with K-12 and higher education than Quinn and the Republican-controlled Wisconsin Legislature, and criticized his opponent’s failure to address other issues such as voting access, transportation and higher education.

Voters will make the final decision less than five weeks from now, in the Nov. 8, 2016, general election.

Debate highlights:

• K12 education Pointing out that he was elected three years after the adoption of Act 10 and hundreds of millions of dollars in cuts to Wisconsin schools, Quinn asserted that his record on education “has been completely distorted. I never voted to cut K-12 education and never will.”

Quinn said he would work on changing the state aid formula to boost school funding.

Huftel said that of the 18 school districts in or part of the 75th district, “all but two have had to go to (excess property tax levy) referendum” to keep functioning and make necessary repairs.

Huftel claimed that Quinn’s votes in education “went to property tax relief, not public schools … and … gave (Gov. Scott) Walker a talking point for his failed Presidential campaign.”

• Transportation Huftel charged that because Walker is “kicking the (transportation funding) can down the road,” Wisconsin roads and bridges rank third worst in the country behind Connecticut and Illinois.

He called for the consideration of gas and wheel taxes, “and potential borrowing when conditions and interest rates are right,” to pay for repairs.

Quinn said that Democrats under former Gov. Jim Doyle “raided the (state) transportation fund numerous times” to

pay for other expenses.

He said that he disagreed with the Walker transportation budget two years ago.

“Our (transportation) debt service has doubled in the last decade and that’s not sustainable,” he said. Quinn said he would look for “efficiencies” in the existing budget to make more money available for roads and bridges.

• Voter identification Quinn said that he didn’t see any difference between the state’s new mandatory voter identification law and other laws that require people “to show our identifications every day, so what’s wrong with using it to preserve the integrity of elections?”

He said that if constituents have problems getting free ID cards, “I will get you to the (Division of Motor Vehicle) office so that you can exercise your right (to vote).”

Huftel said the increased expense of voter ID cannot be justified.

“I don’t know if anyone can point to five voter fraud cases, (let alone) justify millions in spending,” he said.

He said that in the runup to the Walker recall election in 2012, evidence showed that voter identification was to be used “in suppressing the black and Latino vote.”

DNR announces new dirt bike rules, now in effect Those who ride motorized dirt bikes on local trails should take note that new registration rules have gone into effect.

Signed into law by Governor Scott Walker, the new Off-Highway Motorcycle Program (OHM) Program begins on Oct. 1, 2016, and applies to motorized dual-sport bikes that will be driven on publicly accessible lands and trails.

Effective October 1, 2016, all OHMs must be registered with the DNR if used for recreational purposes on public lands or private land held open for public use, or used for private agricultural use.

OHMs sold by a dealer must be registered for public or private use if the OHM will be operated in any the manners listed above (Visit dnr. wi.gov for dealer information).

DNR registration will be available beginning Oct. 1, 2016 through the online system at: GoWild.

Wi.Gov, at DNR Service Centers, and by mailed-in paper application.

One OHM decal will be provided by mail. A temporary operating receipt will be issued both through the online system and at DNR Service Centers to registered OHM owners, which is to be carried by the operator until the decal is received in the mail. If registration is submitted by mail, it is not legal to operate the OHM on lands open to the public until the decal is affi xed to the motorcycle.

“Wisconsin Statutes define an off highway motorcycle as any two-wheeled motor vehicle that is straddled by the operator, that is equipped with handlebars, and that is designed for use off a highway, regardless of whether the motor vehicle is also designed for use on a highway,” said Gary Eddy, DNR recreational vehicle administrator.

OHMs may include what are com-

monly known as “street legal, dual-sport bikes” and “non-street legal trail or dirt bikes.” OHMs may operate on public roadways in any of the following situations: The OHMis registered for public use, a local ordinance exists that officially designates the road (or portion thereof) as an OHM route and official “OHM route” signs arelegally posted; OR The OHM is licensed with WisDOT; or The OHM is used and registered for agricultural purposes with DNR Riders of dual-sport OHMs who wish to operate on public roads and designated trails must be registered with DNR and licensed with WisDOT. “Not all ATV trails and routes are open for legal off-highway motorcycle use,” Eddy said. “Previously open OHM areas should continue to remain open, but riders should check with local trail managers or local governments for any updates on OHM areas or local regulations.”

Riders can also check with the Wisconsin Off-Highway Motorcycle Association (www.wohma.com).

Public areas previously open to OHMs may require that operators of OHM obtain a local OHM trail use sticker. This local sticker requirement would be in addition to DNR OHM registration and decal; please check with your local trail manager about any local OHM trail use sticker requirement.

OHMs not licensed with WisDOT and used on areas open to the public for recreational use of OHMs may not emit noise in excess of 96 decibels and must be equipped with a U.S. Forest Service approved spark arrester.

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AREA CHURCHES AMERY FREE LUTHERAN, 1 mile west of golf course on CTH F, Eric Christenson, pastor www.ameryflc.org Every Sunday: 9 a.m. Sunday school for ages 3 to 103; 10:15 a.m. Worship Service.

Every Wednesday: 7 p.m Youth Group.

Several small groups meet throughout the week. 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. Worship/Children’s Church.

Tuesday: 9:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study.

Wednesday: 10:15 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 5:30 p.m. One Way Club.

Thursday: 9:30 a.m. White Cross.

Friday: 8:45 a.m. M.O.P.S. BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery Wednesday, Oct. 5: 9 a.m. Bible Study; 6 p.m. Confirmation.

Sunday, Oct. 9: 8:30 a.m. Sunday Youth Sessions; 9:30 a.m. Social Ministry Committee; 9:30 a.m. Finance Committee; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time; 10:15 a.m. Holy Worship.

Tuesday, Oct. 11: 8:30 a.m. Quilting at Elim; 1 p.m. Ruth Unit, h/Cookie; l/Marge; 6:30 p.m. Church Council.

CENTERPOINT, 740 Maple Drive, St. Croix Falls (High school) Dick Enerson, pastor Sunday: 10-11:15 a.m. Worship celebration; Children’s church (SuperKidz) age 4-5th grade; Nursery (KidzKorner) birth-3 years.

Cell Groups (small group Bible studies) offered throughout the week.

CHURCH OF CHRIST, St. Croix Falls Jack Philips, evangelist Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Bible Study; 10:45 a.m. Worship.

Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bible Study and Devotions.

CLEAR LAKE UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 11 a.m. Worship.

Wednesday: 5:30 p.m. Meal for all; 6 p.m. Church school.

CONGREGATIONAL, 201 N. Harriman Ave., Amery Barry Schaefer, pastor Wednesday, Oct. 5: 3:30 p.m. Homework & Hangout; 6 p.m. Family Dinner; 6:30 pm. WOW/Youth Service Rehearsal; 7 p.m. Choir Rehearsal.

Thursday, Oct. 6: 8 a.m. Pastoral Leaders; 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens; 5:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study; 7 p.m.

Money Management Class.

Friday, Oct. 7: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens.

Sunday, Oct. 9: 8:30 a.m. L-4 Confirmation class; 10 a.m.

Worship/Communion; 11:15 a.m. Christian Education meeting; 11:15 a.m. Diaconate meeting.

DEER PARK UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 9:45 a.m. Worship.

DERONDA LUTHERAN, 1239 65th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, Oct. 5: 6 p.m. JAM and Confirmation at Little Falls.

Thursday, Oct. 6: 9 a.m. Quilting.

Sunday, Oct. 9: 11 a.m. Worship at Deronda.

Tuesday, Oct. 11: 7 p.m. Parish Councils meet at Trinity.

See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.deronda church.net EAST BALSAM BAPTIST, 1816 108th St./CTH I, Balsam Lake, Gabriel Brennan, pastor www.eastbalsam.org 715-857-5411 Sunday: 9 a.m. Worship service; 10:30 a.m. Sunday school.

Tuesday: Women’s Ministry; 9 a.m. Bible Study.

EAST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, south of Amery on Hwy. 46 then west on 20th Ave., Kathy Pennington, pastor Thursday, Oct. 6: 1:30 p.m. Women’s Group.

Sunday, Oct. 9: 9:30 a.m. Education; 10:30 a.m. Worship.

Tuesday, Oct. 11: 9 a.m. Quilting.

EAST LINCOLN ALLIANCE, 735 70th Ave., Amery 715-268-2350 www.eastlincolnalliance.com Eric Danielson and Randy Schussman, pastors Sunday: 8:45 a.m. Prayer Meeting; 9 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Worship service. Child Care and 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 Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Worship.

Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays.

FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 301 1st Ave. East, Balsam Lake , Diane Norstad, pastor Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday worship; 10:40 a.m. Sunday school.

Wednesday evening Confirmation classes.

FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 134 Prentice St. S, Clayton Margaret Grant, pastor Sunday: 9 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.

FIRST BAPTIST, 131 Broadway St., Amery Nick Buda, lead pastor churchoffice@fbcamery.org Sunday: One service 9-10:15 a.m. Nursery is available for ages 0-3; 10:30-11:30 a.m. All Ages Sunday School (nursery available for ages 0-3).

Monday: 1:30-2:30 Moms in Prayer Group (until end of school year).

Saturday: 7-8 a.m. Men’s Bible Study at Ida Mae’s.

FIRST LUTHERAN, 240 Elm St., Amery Tim Bjorge, pastor Wednesday, Oct. 5: 5:15 p.m. Supper; 6 p.m. Friends in Faith and Confirmation; 6 p.m. Men in Mission.

Thursday, Oct. 6: 8 a.m. Bible Study at Ida’s; 8:30 a.m.

Quilters; 7 p.m. Al Anon.

Saturday, Oct. 8: 8 a.m. Car Care.

Sunday, Oct. 9: 9 a.m. Worship; 10:15 a.m. Sunday School; Annual Meeting.

Tuesday, Oct. 11: 6:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study; 8:30 a.m.

Property Committee; 9 a.m.-6 p.m. WIC Clinic.

FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Wednesday, Oct. 5: 1 p.m. Evening Stars at Church; 6:15 p.m. 7th and 8th grade Confirmation; 7:15 p.m. Mission Trip meeting; 7:30 p.m. 9th Grade Confirmation.

Thursday, Oct. 6: 7 p.m. Grief Group at Community Center.

Sunday, Oct. 9: 8:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship; 9 a.m.

Choir practice; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship; 9:40 a.m. Sunday school; 10 a.m. Traditional worship; 11 a.m. Church Potluck; 11 a.m. 2nd Rotation Teachers Orientation meeting; 6-8 p.m.

Knotty Pine 4-H meeting.

Monday, Oct. 10: 3 p.m. Service at Golden Age Manor.

Tuesday, Oct. 11: 9 a.m. Quilting; 9 a.m. Pastor at Clergy meeting.

FIRST PRESYTERIAN, 719 Nevada St., St. Croix Falls Barbara Anne Keely, pastor Sunday: 10:15 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship; 11 a.m. Worship.

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

FULL GOSPEL LIGHTHOUSE, Graytown Merlin Burton, pastor Sunday: 10:30 a.m. Sunday school; 11 a.m. Worship.

GEORGETOWN LUTHERAN-ELCA, 877 190th Ave. Co. Rd. G, Balsam Lake (Fox Creek) 715-857-5580 serving@georgetownlutheran.net Interim Pastor Paul Settergren Sunday: 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. Worship; Communion 1st and 3rd Sunday.

GRACE LUTHERAN - WELS, 460 4th St., Clear Lake, 715-263-2164 Ellery W. Groth, pastor Sunday service 10:15 a.m.

Bible Class Thursday morning 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Thursday evening.

Ladies Aid 2nd Thursday of month 2:30 p.m.

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

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

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

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

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

LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN, 1272 44th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, Oct. 5: 6 p.m. JAM and Confirmation.

Thursday, Oct. 6: 9 a.m. Quilting.

Saturday, Oct. 8: 8:30 a.m. Clean up day.

Sunday, Oct. 9: 8 a.m. Worship.

Tuesday, Oct. 11: 9 a.m. Quilting; 7 p.m. Parish Councils meet at Trinity.

See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.little fallschurch.net

These weekly church messages are contributed by the following:

Blind Spots “But who can discern their own errors?

Forgive my hidden faults.”

—Psalm 19:12 NIV

P

eople sometimes ask us if we “hear ourselves” when we are saying something silly or shocking, or this may just be their way of saying that we have no idea how silly we sound. We’ve probably all had the experience of hearing our recorded voice and asking “Do I really sound like that?” The answer is almost invariably yes, you do indeed sound like that. There are acoustical reasons why we don’t hear ourselves accurately, just as there are psychological reasons why we don’t always perceive ourselves accurately. Just as the eye is a virtual blind spot—we can’t see our own eyes without using a mirror—the ego is a psychological blind spot. In practice this means that we have a self-serving bias and tend to see things our way and are not particularly adept at seeing other people’s points of view. William James remarked that we are all afflicted with a particular blindness “in regard to the feelings of creatures and people different from ourselves.” We often see this in questions of politics and religion. We just can’t understand how someone could hold this or that position. But once we are aware of this pervasive blind spot we can make the necessary adjustment, which is both an act of humility and an openness to understanding how others may think or feel. All of our sensory and cognitive faculties have blind spots, and we do well to keep this uppermost in our minds. – Christopher Simon

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Author will speak on Martin Luther’s life and lessons

Curtis H. Peters, one of the authors of ‘Martin Luther: The Life and Lessons’ will speak and attend a public book signing at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Amery, Sunday, October 16.

Rev. Dr. Curtis Peters will be attending Redeemer Lutheran Church on Sunday, October 16th to discuss his book ‘Martin Luther: The Life and Lessons.’

He’ll be staying for a book signing, which will be open to the public from 10:30 to 1:00.

Light refreshments will also be served.

The book combines biographical narrative ad analytical essays, providing a new comprehensive view of Martin Luther’s life and times, along with a new examination of the radical theology that sparked the Reformation and changed the Christian world forever.

Drawing on sources new and old, authors Curtis H. Peters and Larry D. Mansch retell the fascinating, turbulent story of the Great Reformer from a historical point of view. Luther’s revolutionary thoughts on scripture and salvation are explored from a theological perspective, offering a fresh appraisal of the doctrine that irrevocably divided the Roman Catholic Church.

Redeemer Lutheran Church invites you to hear more from Peters about his book on Sunday, October 16th. Redeemer Lutheran Church is located at 600 Keller Avenue South in Amery.

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Local TOPS® Chapter Celebrates 40 Years The members of TOPS Balsam Lake, WI are celebrating 40 years together as a weight-loss support chapter. Weekly meetings are the heart of TOPS' support. They usually last an hour or less. You're welcome to attend your first meeting free of charge—bring a friend if you like. There's no obligation. Weekly TOPS® meetings are held at Balsam Lake Municipal Building at 404 Main Street (under the water tower) on Tuesday from 3:30 to 5:00 pm.

TOPS Club, Inc.® (Take Off Pounds Sensibly®) is an affordable wellness education organization with thousands of chapters in the United States and Canada.

Members learn about nutrition, portion control, food planning, exercise, motivation, and more. Visitors are welcome to attend their first TOPS® meeting free of

charge and without obligation.

“We’re so excited to continue this weight-loss journey together and welcome anyone looking for weight-loss support to start or continue their weight-loss journey with us,” says Nancy, chapter Leader.

Collectively, TOPS® members lose about 300 tons each year. According to independent studies published in major medical journals, the TOPS® program has been proven just as effective as more expensive commercial programs.

Membership is affordable at just $32 per year in the U.S., plus nominal chapter fees. For details, call Nancy at 715-6461464 or email at nancyjk714@yahoo.com Recent university studies showing the effectiveness of TOPS® include:

•Determining the Effectiveness of Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS), a Nationally Available Nonprofit Weight-Loss Program. Obesity Journal Intervention and Prevention. Volume 19, Number 3, March 2011.

Nia S. Mitchell, L. Miriam Dickinson, Allison Kempe, & Adam G. Tsai.

•Up to 7 Years of Sustained Weight Loss for Weight-Loss Program Completers. American Journal of Preventive Medicine. May 29, 2015 Nia S. Mitchell, MD, MPH, Sarit Polsky, MD, MPH , Victoria A. Catenacci, MD, Anna L. Furniss, MS, & Allan V. Prochazka, MD MSc. •Reach of Effective, Nationally-Available, Low-Cost, Nonprofit Weight Loss Program in Medically Underserved Areas MUAs). Journal: Journal of Community

AREA CHURCHES CONTINUED LIVING WORD CHAPEL, Hwy 64 at Forest Randy Dean, pastor Sunday: 8:45-9:45 a.m. Sunday school; 10 am. Main service.

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

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

MOE LUTHERAN (ELCA), 451 30th St., Clear Lake Sunday: 10 a.m. Fellowship; 11 a.m. Worship; Potluck lunch 2nd Sunday.

Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 p.m.

Women’s Bible Study 2nd Thursday 1:30 p.m.

NEW LIFE COMMUNITY, Amery Craig Jorgenson, interim pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. Worship.

Tuesday: 6:30 p.m. Prayer.

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

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

Wednesday Night Prayer.

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

OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN, 217 Deronda St., Amery Keith Ruehlow, pastor Wednesday, Oct. 5: 12 p.m. Men’s Table Talk; 5 p.m. Confirmation Cafe; 5:30 p.m. Confirmation classes; 6:15 p.m. Evening Prayer; 6:30 p.m. BRB; 7 p.m. Sr. Choir.

Thursday, Oct. 6: 8:15 a.m. Weigh-In; 8:30 a.m. Bible Study.

Saturday, Oct. 8: 10-12 p.m. 9th Grade Family Conferences.

Sunday, Oct. 9: 9 a.m. Worship service w/Communion; 10:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. Pray-Faith Five; 4-5:30 p.m. Family Conference; 6 p.m. Cuba Night.

Monday, Oct. 10: 12-6 p.m. Blood Mobile here.

Tuesday, Oct. 11: 1 p.m. Quilting; 6-8 p.m. 9th Grade Family Conference.

PRAIRIEVIEW COVENANT, 1396 210th Ave. (2 miles north of New Richmond on 65) Joe Sir, pastor www.prairieviewchurch.net Sunday: 9 a.m. Sunday school, nursery care; 10 a.m. Worship service, nursery care.

REDEEMER LUTHERAN, 600 S. Keller Ave., Amery Tom Hahn, pastor Wednesday, Oct. 5: 9:30 a.m. Ladies Aid; 10 a.m. Ladies Aid meeting; 1 p.m. Stewardship; No Confirmation; 7:15 p.m.

Choir practice.

Sunday, Oct. 9: 8:15 a.m. Lay Ministers; 9:30 a.m. Worship and Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship.

Tuesday, Oct. 11: 7 p.m. Parish Planning.

REEVE EVANGELICAL FREE, Jct. Barron CTH K & A, Clear Lake, www.reevechurch.org Sunday: 9 am. Worship service; 10:15 a.m. Fellowship Time; 10:30 a.m. Sunday school for all ages; 6:30 p.m. Jr. and Sr. High Youth Group (Sept.-May).

Wednesday nights: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Adult Bible Study and Prayer; Kids club (Sept.-May).

ST. BARNABAS EPISCOPAL, Clear Lake, Rev. Bob Lyga Sunday: 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:15 a.m. Worship.

ST. CROIX UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP, 201 N. Adams, St. Croix Falls 715-483-1113 Sunday: 10 a.m. First, second and third Sunday, 715-5533386.

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

Mass: 8 a.m. Thursday.

Mass: 10:30 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.

Bible Study on Summer Break.

Special events: Wednesday, Oct. 5, Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick at Mass; Tuesday, Oct. 11, KC meeting 6:30 p.m.

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor Thursday, Oct. 6: 7 p.m. Bible Study.

Sunday, Oct. 9: 8 a.m. Worship; 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship.

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor Sunday, Oct. 9: 8:45 a.m. Sunday school; 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Worship; 10:45 a.m. Confirmation; 10:45 a.m. Ladies leave for Plymouth Playhouse.

Monday, Oct. 10: Pastor visiting shut-ins.

Tuesday, Oct. 11: Pastor visiting shut-ins; 7 p.m. Bible Study.

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST, 76 20th Ave., Clear Lake John Redlich, pastor Saturday: 9:30 a.m. Bible Study; 11 a.m. Worship service; Head Elder David Scott 715-263-3367.

Mid-week service: Wednesday 7 p.m.

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS (Mormons), 644 S. 6th St., Barron Chapel 715-537-3679 Bishop Kenneth Konesky 715-719-0283 Sunday: Sacrament 10 a.m.; Sunday School/Primary 11:20 a.m.; Priesthood/Relief Society 12:10 p.m.

TRINITY LUTHERAN of Garfield, 1578 85th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, Oct. 5: 6 p.m. JAM and Confirmation at Little Falls.

Sunday, Oct. 9: 9:30 a.m. Worship.

Tuesday, Oct. 11: 7 p.m. Parish Councils meet at Trinity.

See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.trinity lutheranchurchofamery.com UNITED COVENANT, 348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake Dan Pearson, pastor Wednesday, Oct. 5: 5:45 p.m. Worship Team 2 Practice; 6:15 p.m. CREW (Youth Group); 6:30 p.m. Adult Small Groups.

Saturday, Oct. 8: 7 a.m. Men’s Prayer Breakfast; 9 a.m. CEF Training at East Lincoln, Amery.

Sunday, Oct. 9: 8:30-9:45 a.m. Sunday school, Confirmation, Youth; 9:30 a.m. Worship Team 2 practice; 10 a.m. Worship service.

Tuesday, Oct. 11: 8 a.m. Sweet Hour of Prayer; 1 p.m. Ridgeview Small Group; 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 Wednesday, Sept. 28: 9 a.m. Men’s work group; 6:15 p.m.

Confirmation dinner; 7 p.m. Confirmation classes; 7 p.m. High school youth group.

Sunday, Oct. 2: 8 a.m. Worship; 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship; 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. Worship.

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

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

Wednesday: 7 p.m. Adult Bible Study.

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OBITUARIES

Marilyn M. Olson

Abbie Lynn Collins McCarty

Arild M. Matson

Marilyn Mae (Borchert) Olson was born on April 1, 1936 in New Ulm, Minnesota to her parents Alton and Erna Borchert. She was confirmed as a young child at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in New Ulm on April 2, 1950. Growing up Marilyn attended school in New Ulm and graduated from New Ulm High School on June 3, 1954.

Marilyn met David Olson and was united in marriage to him on September 29, 1956 in New Ulm. To this union 6 children were born. The family made their home in Deer Park, Wisconsin where her and Dave dairy farmed together. They continued farming until 1981 and then moved south of Amery, Wisconsin. Marilyn then worked at the Amery Hospital and at Willow Ridge Heath Care Center in Amery until her retirement.

Marilyn was an active member of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Amery. She taught bible school for over 20 years at Forest St. Johns. Along with teaching bible school, she was also a Cub Scout leader for many years.

During her farming years Marilyn loved feeding the calves, driving tractor and snowmobiling. She also enjoyed mowing the lawn, her flowers, coloring and reading. She was an accomplished knitter who made many knit caps for family and friends. Many of her caps were also donated to charities. She also loved going to morning coffee at the Senior Center.

Marilyn was a very loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother who will be dearly missed.

On September 28, 2016 Marilyn passed away at Regions Hospital in St. Paul, Minnesota at the age of 80.

She is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, David Olson; 2 daughters, Deb (Larry) Brantner and Kathy Langness; 3 sons, Jim Olson, Mike (Sue) Olson, Ken (Cathy) Olson; 19 grandchildren, 13 great- grandchildren; a sister, Pat (Duane) Sanderson; a brother, Roger (Lynn) Borchert and many nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents, her mother and father- in-law, Henry and Myrtle Olson; a daughter, Sandra Broker; a grandson, Darin Brantner and a son-in- law, James Swenson.

Funeral Services were at 10 a.m. on Monday, October 3, 2016 at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 600 Keller Avenue South Amery, Wisconsin 54001 with Pastor Tom Hahn officiating. Visitation was from 3 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, October 2, 2016 at the Williamson-White Funeral Home, 222 Harriman Avenue North Amery, Wisconsin 54001 and for one hour prior to the service on Monday at the Church.

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

Abbie Lynn Collins McCarty, 32, passed away peacefully in her Osceola home on September 21, 2016, after an ongoing medical struggle involving lengthy treatments in medical facilities and later at home where her loving and always faithful husband, Kenneth cared for her and their two young children.

She was born April 3, 1984 in Great Bend, Kansas to her surviving parents Dan and Sarah Warren Collins.

On January 8, 2010 Abbie married Ken McCarty in Larned, Kansas and in 2012 moved to Osceola, WI. Abbie was the mother of four beautiful children, Madeline Faith and Gavin Strerling of Larned, Kansas and Parker Ryan and Landon James of Osceola, Wisconsin. She loved shopping, fishing, and holding her children in her lap. She was a good cook and excellent baker. She liked anything maple and spent hours looking at cookbooks.

Abbie worked as a caregiver for Interim and for Deerfield Gables in New Richmond. She made good friends and was well-liked by her elderly patients and their families.

She leaves behind one brother, Nat (Sarah) Collins, Colorado Springs, CO, one sister, Holly (Kyle) Corman, Larned, KS and their children Braedon and Emma.

Her Wisconsin family includes her mother and fatherin- law Charlene Damon and Mark Lisner of Amery, Ken McCarty of Clayton, and their children Mandy (Mark) Sutherland, Osceola, Damon McCarty, Clayton and their families.

A Memorial service and visitation was held Monday morning, Sept. 26 at Grandstrand Funeral Home in Osceola, WI with cremains and Internment following in Little Falls, WI. A second service was held at Beckwith Mortuary in her hometown of Larned, KS. on Sept. 30, 2016.

Arild Milo Matson age 96, of Amery, Wisconsin passed away on Friday, September 30, 2016 at Golden Age Manor in Amery, Wisconsin.

Arild was born on June 26, 1920 to Peter and Hannah (Hansen) Matson in Kingsbury County, South Dakota.

After graduating from Oldham High School he joined the United States Army and was later honorably discharged. On September 15, 1945 he married Helen Sorenson in Oldham, South Dakota. Together they made their home in Amery, Wisconsin where Arild accepted a job at the Union State Bank. He was a member of the Lions Club, Shriners International, Royal Arch Masons and the American Legion. He was a long time member of First Lutheran Church in Amery and provided morning transportation to those in need on Sunday morning for many years.

Arild is survived by his wife Helen Matson; a son, Bruce Matson; a daughter, Candace Renee Muller, brother Norman Matson, sister Betty Bjorkman and other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held at 11 AM on Wednesday, October 5, 2016 at the First Lutheran Church in Amery, Wisconsin with Pastor Tim Bjorge officiating.

Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service on Wednesday at the Church. Burial will be at the Amery Cemetery.

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

You may sign an online guestbook at www.williamsonwhite.com.

Copies made and faxes sent Amery Free Press 215 S. Keller Ave., Amery Open 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday

Free Photo ID for Voting Now Available at DMV AMERY, WI – Any voter who needs a photo ID to vote can now get it after one visit to the Wisconsin Division of Motor Vehicles, according to City Clerk Fran Duncanson.

In Amery the office is located at 950 Elden Avenue in the strip mall and open Mondays and Wednesdays from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

“Most voters already have a photo ID to vote, like a driver license or state ID card,” said Clerk Duncanson. “However, if you do not have a photo ID for voting, you can get a free photo ID for voting after one visit to the DMV, even if you don’t have a birth certificate or other required documents.”

The DMV’s ID Petition Process (IDPP) helps people who are unable to provide certain documents necessary to get a regular state ID card for voting purposes. If you do not have all the required documents for a regular state ID card, the DMV will now issue a special receipt that include your photograph.

These photo receipts will be mailed to voters automatically within six business days of coming into the

DMV and applying. During election week, receipts will be sent by overnight mail. These receipts can be used immediately as photo ID for voting while the DMV reviews the person’s application for a free state ID card.

A DMV receipt is good for 60 days and will be automatically renewed unless the person is determined to be not eligible in the meantime, there is fraud, or the applicant withdraws or does not respond to requests for at least 180 days.

“A DMV receipt works for voting just like a driver license, state ID card, passport, military ID, veteran’s ID or tribal ID,” Clerk Duncanson said.

There are many different documents a person can use to prove identity and residency to receive DMV products.

Identity documents include a Social Security Card issued by the Social Security Administration, a W-2 form with your name and social security number, a marriage certificate, certified copy of a divorce judgment, or any document

“identifying the person by name and bearing the person’s signature, or a reproduction of the person’s signature.” Wis. Admin. Code § Trans 102.15(4). More information is available here:http://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/dmv/license-drvs/ how-to-apply/identity.aspx.

Documents to prove residency include a paycheck, stub or earning statement, a utility bill for electricity, a mobile phone bill issued in the last 90 days, a bank statement issued in the last 90 days, or government-issued correspondence from a federal, state, county or city agency within the last year. More information is available here:http:// wisconsindot.gov/Pages/dmv/ license-drvs/how-to-apply/residency.aspx.

For more information about the voter ID law, how to get a free state ID and exceptions to the law, visit the Elections Commission’s Bring It to the Ballot website: www. bringit.wi.gov or call 1-866-VOTEWIS.

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The Northern Lakes Center for the Arts presents

“A Crack in the Sky”

Fall Harvest Dinner

The opening of an exhibit featuring artwork by Sister Kristine Haugen from Luck, WI revealing a crack in the sky and the veil between heaven and earth is thin, when God is close.

Lake Wapogasset Lutheran Bible Camp presents:

Lake Wapogasset Lutheran Bible Camp SHEPHERDS AND KINGS Christmaspresents: Dinner Theatre 2016 New hope and new beginnings as we celebrate the God who is with us!!

SHEPHERDS AND KINGS

Come and enjoy a sumptuous four-course meal, great music and a moving drama! Plan on 3-3½ hours of festivities!

CRAFT/ BAZAAR & BAKE SALE

DINNER THEATER RESERVATIONS

Saturday, October 8, 4-7 p.m.

Friday, October 7 - 7:30 p.m.

The Northern Lakes Center for the Arts 113 Elm St. - Amery, Wisconsin - (715) 268-6811

Christmas Dinner Theatre 2016

Fill out form, enclose payment & return to Wapo:

Turkey, Ham and all the trimmings Adults $9, 6-10 $4 Carry-outs available

Admission to the opening is free of charge.

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Lake Wapogasset Lutheran Biblefour-course Camp presents: Come and enjoy a sumptuous SHEPHERDS AND KINGS meal, great music and aDinner moving Christmas Theatre drama!

2016 Plan onCome 3-3-1/2 hours of festivities! and enjoy a sumptuous four-course meal, great music and

PLEASE RESERVE PLACES ON: (Number dates 1, 2, 3 etc. in order of date preference)

Elim Lutheran Church

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Friday, Dec 2___ Friday, Dec 9___

Saturday, Dec 3 ___ Saturday, Dec 10___

NUMBER OF TICKETS: ___Adults $40 ($35 on Thursdays)

Sunday, Dec 4___ Sunday, Dec 11___

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1277 Cty. Hwy. D, Amery

Three different performance times: Thursdays & Fridays start at 6:00 pm.

Saturdays start at 5:00 pm. Sundays start at 4:00 pm. a moving drama! Plan on 3-3½ hours of festivities!

Reservations open on October 24.

DINNER THEATER RESERVATIONS

MAIL TO: WAPO BIBLE CAMP - 738 HICKORY POINT LN - AMERY WI 54001-5129 Fill out form, enclose payment & return to Wapo: Call with questions: 715.268.8434.

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“Willkommen to an Authentic German Menu” and OKTOBERFEST BEERS

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Wednesday thru Saturday nights now thru October

Fall Family Barn Bash

Thursday, Dec 1 ___ Thursday, Dec 8 ___

OSSO BUCO PORK

GERMAN PLATTER

Call with questions: 715.268.8434.

Pork Schnitzel, Sausage

All three include Buttered Spaetzle, Red Cabbage, Sauerkraut, German Potato Salad, Salad Bar, Dessert

Amery VFW

FRIDAY FISH FRY & PRIME RIB SATURDAY PRIME RIB

730 N. Wisconsin Ave., Amery

Plus our regular menu

SUNDAY BREAKFAST 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

BINGO

RESERVE NOW FOR HOLIDAY PARTIES

Every Thursday 6:30 p.m.

5 miles southwest of Amery Watch for signs

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1347 55th Ave.

$10 Admission • 12 and under Free NEW THIS YEAR; 4 Monster Trucks!

Helicopter Rides & Bounce House for kids (extra charge)

Sunday, Dec 4___ Sunday, Dec 11___

Three different performance times: Thursdays & Fridays start at 6:00 pm.

Saturdays start at 5:00 pm. Sundays start at 4:00 pm.

Reservations open on October 24.

SAUERBRATEN

Free-will donation with proceeds benefitting the Riding Therapy Program

Richland Center, WI - Fairgrounds

Saturday, Dec 3 ___ Saturday, Dec 10___

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Marinated Roast Beef & Gravy

*Bouncy House *Kids Activities *Chair Massages *Pumpkin Decorating

October 8, 2016

Friday, Dec 2___ Friday, Dec 9___

NUMBER OF TICKETS: ___Adults $40 ($35 on Thursdays)

Slow Roasted in Sauerkaut

Saturday, Oct. 8 1-5 p.m.

*Live Music *Silent Auction *Food *Petting Zoo

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HARMONY Saturday October 8th 2:00pm and 7:00pm Amery High School Auditorium

Tickets available at the door or in advance at Chet Johnson Drug Adults: $10 advance, $12 at door Students and Younger: FREE

Progressive Jackpot

Your share is over $1,051

Bar Open 4 p.m.-? Thursdays & Fridays HAPPY HOUR 4-6 p.m.

Only $1.50 beer during Happy Hour (Reg. $2.25)

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AREA BOWLING SCORES Club 53 Bar & Lanes, Amery

MONDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Shoreview .........................................34.0 Tac Two ...............................................27.5 Division 2 Dick’s Fresh Market .........................41.5 Amery True Value ............................ 17.0 High games: Richard Trauley.

TUESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Club 53 ................................................43.0 Northwest Communications ...... 37.0 Division 2 Chet Johnson Drug ........................ 44.0 Waterside ......................................... 36.0 High games: Bob Oulette 235202, Chris Sobottka 227, Wade Prindle 223, Bill Peterson 204.

High series: Bob Oulette 588, Wade Prindle 586.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Preferred Lawn................................35.0 Amery Fire Department ................31.5 Division 2 Club 53 .................................................41.5 Lamperts ...........................................39.0 High games: Jerod Wollan 242216-203, Beau Gorres 232-214-204, Bryan Mullendore 202, Lyle Kaehler 201 .

High series: Jerod Wollan 661, Beau Gorres 650, Lyle Kaehler 569, Lee Jones 555.

THURSDAY-FRIDAY NIGHT WOMEN Division 1 Northwest Communications ..... 44.0 Club 53 ................................................42.0 Chet’s ..................................................34.5 Division 2 Amery Hospital & Clinic ................ 47.0 Amery Fire ........................................ 40.5 Bremer ................................................32.0 High games: Pam Humpal 177-

167-163, Gwen Wold 167, Diane Lewis 161, Jess Sine 159, Sheree Roberts 158-157, Bev Gorres 154, Marcia Clark 153, Arica Boudreau 152.

High series: Pam Humpal 507, Sheree Roberts 435, Gwen Wold 430.

YOUTH LEAGUE High games: Jacob Bembenek 115, Ryan Karpenske 119-126-137, Jacob Mahoney 149-152-166, Alexa Dieckman 110.

Spare Time Bowl Bar & Grill, Turtle Lake

SPARE TIME MEN’S Division 1 Spare Time........................................93.5 Scheps Dairy .....................................67.0 Hoff’s Construct ..............................63.5 Anderson Storage ......................... 48.5 Division 2 Austad’s Super Valu...................... 101.5 Floor’s & More ................................. 101.5 Perfect Image ..................................78.5 7 Brother’s ........................................66.0 Division 3 Narrows Waterfront ......................73.0 Grosskreutz Crop.............................42.5 Danca’s Kar Korral ......................... 64.5 Sanmina ............................................43.5 Division 4 Lefty’s Hookers................................ 73.5 Busy B’s .............................................. 67.0 Elfers Resident..................................61.0 Hotel Bar & Grill ...............................52.5 High game: Tom Roessler 268, Ethan Kettenacker 258, Jeff Becker 256, Brandon Anderson 250, Ed Hougdahl 248, Jacob Anderson 245, Hjalmer Gerloff 244, Larry Anderson 236, Mike Dietrich 235, Anthony Mizer 234, Don Deedon 234, Ryan Johnson 234, Richie Timm Jr. 234, Craig Niemann 233, Larry Larson 232, Jim

Glowe 226, Dewey Fansler 225, Chad Rondeau 225, Korey Kirwan 224, Jim Pickard 222, JR Ecklor Jr. 213, Scott Danca 210, Chuck Bier 208, Jeremy Schradle 204, Steve Elfers 203.

High series: Tom Roessler 741, Brandon Anderson 699, Jeff Becker 662, Richie Timm Jr. 624, Ed Hougdahl 620, Craig Niemann 618, Hjalmer Gerloff 617, Larry Anderson 615, Mike Dietrich 612, Larry Larson 611, Anthony Mizer 610, Jim Pickard 609, Ethan Kettenacker 600, Jim Glowe 592, Korey Kirwan 586, Jacob Anderson 584, Tony Cifaldi 581, Dewey Fansler 576, Ryan Johnson 568, Jim Becker 565, Chad Rondeau 565, Jeff Olson 559, Don Deedon 558, Mark Dietrich 555, Pat Wick 554.

TUESDAY NIGHT LADIES Division 1 Nordquist Trucking........................ 20.0 Red Cedar Accounting ................... 16.0 Sexy Mama’s .................................... 10.0 Range Fire Department ..................8.0 Division 2 The Dead End’s ................................24.0 Spare Time........................................22.0 Charlie’s Place .................................. 16.0 True Value...........................................12.0 High game: Laurel Cap 224, Renee Glowe 213, Sherri Munkelwitz 202, Joy Cap 180, Mitzi Glasscock 179, Debbie Becker 177, Lori Larson 174, Debra Johnson 173, Cheryl Harshman 172, Kelley VanHeuklom 169..

High series: Renee Glowe 625, Laurel Cap 592, Sherri Munkelwitz 555, Lori Larson 504, Mitzi Glasscock 493, Kelley VanHeuklom 460, Joy Cap 459, Evelyn Nordquist 439, Heidi VanHeuklom 435, Kimberly Elwood 431.

MONDAY NIGHT LADIES Division 1 Countyline Dairy.............................. 18.0

Becker’s Truckin................................14.0 Spare Time Bowl..............................13.0 Bye .........................................................4.0 Division 2 Bowlin Buddies................................23.0 No Wicks Moravit ........................... 20.0 Clear Lake Auto .................................11.0 Austads Super Valu..........................5.0 High game: Brenda Levine 204, Deanne Moravitz 194, Lori Larson 191, Connie Graber 188, Debbie Anderson 179, Marlys Lauritsen 177, Laurel Cap 172, Michelle Holister 169, Karen DeGolier 168, Kathy Eggers 168.

High series: Brenda Levine 527, Deanne Moravitz 519, Laurel Cap 492, Debbie Anderson 482, Connie Graber 480, Lori Larson 475, Kathy Eggers 473, Orreen Nottom 456, Shannon Bents 447, Judy Ullom 446.

SENIOR’S Old Kats.............................................. 16.0 Kool Kats ............................................12.0 Top Kats ...............................................11.0 Alley Kats.............................................11.0 Bad Kats...............................................9.0 Handy Kats ..........................................7.0 Leinie Kats............................................7.0 Tom Kats...............................................7.0 High game, men: Jim Glowe 226, Hjalmer Gerloff 211, Howard Davis 191, Bill Pickard 184, Jim Pickard 174, Jim Buckman 172, Bud Merriman 170, Davie Yeske 162, Conrad Kellermann 162, Jerry Bennett..

High game, women: Renee Glowe 249, Carol Hanula 145, Judy Benes 138, Sandy Berglund 137, Jinnie

Lietzow 127, Betty Duenow 111.

High series, men: Jim Glowe 636, Bill Pickard 521, Hjalmer Gerloff 516, Jim Pickard 501, Jim Buckman 467, Bud Merriman 464, Conrad Kellermann 446, Jerry Bennett 427, Bill Gelting 418, Jerry Schmidt 418..

High series, women: Renee Glowe 587, Judy Benes 401, Carol Hannula 398, Sandy Berglund 387, Jinnie Lietzow 361, Betty Duenow 292.

Suburban . Commercial . Agricultural Horse Barns & Arenas

Quality Buildings Since 1958 For More Information Call

Ed Beese 715. 768. 5299 Toll Free 800. 225. 2591 waltersbuildings.com

EAU CLAIRE GUN SHOW Menards Expo Center

NEW LOCATION!

5150 Old Mill Center, Eau Claire, WI

Oct. 7, 8 & 9, 2016 Friday 3 pm to 8 pm Saturday 9 am to 5 pm Sunday 9 am to 3 pm

New & Used Firearms, ammo, knives optics & much, much more Admission $7 ~ 14 & Under Free

LAST SHOW 400+ TABLES

Buy, Sell, or Trade

For more info call 608.752.6677 or visit www.BobAndRocco.com

Coffee and and Cookies with the Coffee Cookies Mayor and with theCity Administrator Mayor and

Coffee and Cookies with the This is an informal event to meet with City Administrator Mayor and and City Kay Erickson, City Mayor, Darcyto Long.

Administrator, This is anAdministrator informal event meet with Come and Discuss Local Issues at this Mayor Kay Erickson and informal meeting.

This is an informal event to Long meet with City Administrator Darcy Kay Erickson, andat City Mayor,October Thursday, 13, 2016 the Come and discuss local Darcy issues Long. at Administrator, Amery City Hall In The Council Come this and Discuss Local Issues at this informal meeting Chambers informal meeting.

a.m. –13, Noon 10:00 Thursday, October 2016 at the Thursday, October 13,in2016 Amery City Hall the at the City Hall In The Council Amery Council Chambers

Chambers 10 a.m. to 12 noon 10:00 a.m. – Noon

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8th, 2016

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Lutefisk Dinner

MOE LUTHERAN CHURCH 45th Ave. just north of Clear Lake off of Hwy. 63

WORSHIP WILL BE AT 8:30 A.M.

Sunday, Oct. 16

Serving 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Adults $15, Children (6-12) $7

MENU: Lutefisk, Meatballs & Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Coleslaw, Vegetables, Cranberries, Dessert We will have lefse for sale

90th Birthday Party

“Leona, Love Thy Neighbor, Too”

for

Members of the Clear Lake Community Theater will present ‘Leona, Love Thy Neighbor, Too,’ this October 14 through 23rd at the Clear Lake Community Center.

This family comedy will be shown Friday and Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Adults are $8, senior citizens are $7, and children 18 and under are $5.

Pictured left to right are (back) Gary Hanson, Amy Lundgren, Andy Bensen, Lou Williamson, Kathy Williamson and John Stachowiak. Front, Carol Hougdahl, Claire Eckert, Debi Ahrens, Annika Stream, Heather Stream and Ed Hougdahl.

Ross Smith

Sunday, Oct. 9, 2-4 p.m.

Congregational Church, 201 Harriman Ave. N, Amery No gifts please

Northwest Wisconsin Art Meander An American Craft Week Event

The Northwest Wisconsin Art Meander is a self-guided tour of sixteen galleries and studios during the peak of the fall color change. The Meander celebrates American Craft Week and features some of the area’s best painters, potters, sculptors, crafters, writers and musicians.

The Art Meander starts Friday, October 7th, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm and runs through Saturday, October 8th, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm including the cities and villages of Spooner, Shell Lake, Barronett, Cumberland, Cameron and Chetek along US Highways 63 and 53.

Maps and brochures are available at participating venues and sponsors.

This event is in its 7th year and each artist’s work will be on display and several will give live demonstrations.

Many of the sponsors will host artists as well as poets and musicians who will be performing at select locations. The Art Meander gives visibility to some of the region’s most experienced artists and introduces many emerging creatives to tourists and residents alike.

The Art Meander was established when a small band of accomplished artists decided to com-

bine their efforts and organize an art crawl to invite “meanderers” to tour their studios and galleries during American Craft Week, a national project of Craft Retailers and Artists for Tomorrow (CRAFT).

“There are no snobs here,” comments Esa Everroad, artist and gallery owner, “and you’ll see everything from modern to traditional art, wearable art, body art, pottery,

glass, jewelry, furniture, salvage art and more. The art and craft industry enriches our homes, wardrobes, offices and public spaces. It contributes to the nation’s economy, its balance of trade, and the fabric of our national history. It is original, beautiful and enduring.”

To learn more visit www.art-meader.com, or call Esa at Purple Pelican Gallery 715-635-7727.

The public is invited to a

BOOK SIGNING with

Rev. Dr. Curtis Peters “Martin Luther The Life and Lessons”

The book combines biographical narrative and analytical essays, providing a new comprehensive view of Martin Luther’s life and times, along with a new examination of the radical theology that sparked the Reformation and changed the Christian world forever.

Sunday, October 16, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Prairie du Chien, WI

Saturday, October 15

10 am - 5 pm • St. Feriole Island Gardens GERMAN • FOOD • BEER • MUSIC • FAMILY FUN CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES & MORE! For more information call 608-326-7207 or email mulrich@prairieduchien-wi.gov  No Admission Fee  Check out the area’s incredible natural beauty and friendly people at our local businesses and lodging.

Tourist information www.prairieduchien.org 1-800-732-1673

HOURS: Sun.-Thurs. 10 a.m.-Midnight Fri. & Sat. 10 a.m.-2:30 a.m.

948-7777

NIGHTLY SPECIALS: *Margarita Monday: $3 Margaritas all day / $1.50 Tacos 5-10 p.m. (Dine in only) *$2 Tuesday: $2 Domestic Bottles and Rail Drinks all day / 2 for $2 Sliders 5-10 p.m. (dine in only) *Windsor and Wings Wednesday: $2 Windsor all day / 50 Cent Wings 5-10 p.m. (dine in only) *Thirsty Thursday: 2 for 1’s 3-6 p.m. / Build Your Own Steak Sandwich 5-10 p.m. *Friday Fish Fry: Fish and Shrimp Specials / Soup and Salad Bar featuring “7 Brothers Chowder” 5-10 p.m. *Saturday Prime Rib: 5-10 p.m.

Includes Soup and Salad Bar *Sunday: Prime Rib Sandwich served all day Daily Lunch Specials and Salad Bar Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

LIGHT REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED

UPCOMING ENTERTAINMENT:

Rev. Dr. Curtis Peters will also preach at the 9:30 a.m. worship service

Friday, Oct. 7th: Live Music with “Three On The Tree” 8 pm-12 am Saturday, Oct. 8th: Homecoming Bash following Clayton vs. Turtle Lake game! Munchies and Beverages!

“Black Sheep DJ and Karaoke” 8 pm-12 am Tuesday, Oct. 11th: Painting Party with “Cheers Pablo” 6 pm Saturday, Oct. 15: Live Music with “The Weeknders” 8 pm-12 am

Redeemer Lutheran Church 600 Keller Ave. S, Amery Phone 715-268-7283

“Sharing God’s Love Through Jesus Christ”

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National 4-H Week is October 2-8!

A fundamental purpose of the 4-H Program is to highlight the youth that are involved in 4-H. Each year, during National 4-H Week, the local and county 4-H clubs/groups have the opportunity to showcase what they have gained from their membership in 4-H through activities and events at the local and county level.

This year’s theme for National 4-H Week is #4-H Grown Boys and Girls in Grades 3 through age 19 are eligible to join a 4-H Club.

A Cloverbud Project is also available for ages 5-8 in specific clubs This salute to National 4-H Week is sponsored by the following area businesses: AMERY BUSINESSES: AmTec, Inc. Amery Auto Supply Amery Free Press Amery Chevrolet Amery Express Hometown Liquor Amery Hospital & Clinic Amery True Value Apple River TV & Appliance

Arrow Building Center Bremer Bank Bridge Investment Group Cardinal DGP Chet Johnson Drug Store Christopherson Eye Clinic Connecting Point Dental Arts, S.C. Dick’s Fresh Market

Dynatronix Erspamer Law Office Four Hands Holsteins Freedom Valu Center James Krupa, Attorney at Law Lampert Lumber The Law Firm of Williams & Davis Leadholm Insurance Agency Nextgen Motorsports

Noah Insurance Group Northwest Communications Novitzke, Gust, Sempf, Whitley & Bergmanis Law Office Dr. Daniel Satterlund, Optometrist Save-A-Lot Slumberland Village Pizzeria Willow Ridge, Inc.

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Polk County 4-H Clubs and Leaders Balsam Evergreens - Tim Wilson 715-501-4348 Beaver Brook Badgers - Gwen Dado 715-268-5175 Bone Lake Beavers - Lynn Johnson 715-327-8311 Bronco Busters - Jodi Bergstrom 715-648-5093 Cushing - Karrie Melin-Swenson 715-483-9797 Deronda Diplomats - Marge Schone 715-268-7031 Eagle View - Jeff Heiden 715-268-7730 Forest View - Kim Palmsteen 715-294-3234 Green Acres - Becky Meyer 715-294-4148 Indian Creek - Linda Owens 715-653-2663 Joel Jets - Amber Queiser 715-641-1054 Jolly Milltown - Judy Bainbridge 715-825-2207 Knotty Pine - Margo Rosen 715-263-4410 Little Butternut - Jacqueline Thompson 715-472-7600 Little Falls Livewires - Julie Novak 715-268-2237 Lucky Horseshoe - Neil Jensen 715-822-5338 McKinley Vikings - Pam Dittbrenner 715-822-2640 Northern Lights - Shirley Miller-Frey 715-483-1580 Pleasant Lake - Terilyn Wallis 715-755-2632 Scenic View - Kristen Bloom 715-554-2567 Shooting Stars - Pam Garvey 715-825-3229 South Milltown - Jeanne Alling 715-553-2488 West Sweden - Paul Knauber 715-327-8880

•Bronco Busters

St. Croix County 4-H Club Map

Tri-River Voyagers

St. Croix County 4-H Club Map Springbrook

CENTRAL DISTRICT General Leader Robin Hanson Kaylee Lemler April Holten 5. Golden Bears April Kieler Marilyn Olson 9. Friendly Farmers Roberta Crotteau Erin Owens

Phone__ 458-2213 658-1066 418-1633 222-0067 537-3991 234-2744 790-9230

SOUTHEAST DISTRICT CLUB General Leader 13. Kids from Cameron Christina Reece Tanya Odenbreit 24. Prairie Hustlers Caroline Dostal 25. Prairie Lake Eagles Joyce Nelson 28. Sioux Creek Go Getters Wendy Loy 21. Pepperettes & Beavers Dianna Marschall NORTHWEST DISTRICT CLUB General Leader 12. Junior Beavers Melissa Weaver 2. Barronett Dragons Kathy Thompson 31. Vermillion Cruisers Emily Drafall 5. Columbia Livewires Ann Krance Shannon Workman 17. Marquette Pacemakers Cathy Solum Janice Solum 3. Section Ten Tamala Anderson

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NORTHEAST DISTRICT CLUB General Leader 4. Brill Harvesters Staci/Charles Rae 8. Doyle Juniors Amanda Alton 14. Klondike Rustlers Melissa Bekkum Luke Greene 27. Rock Creek Josh/Carly Gifford 19. Northern Lights Karen Germanson

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COOKING WORLD Tidbit: Too many people spend money they haven’t earned to buy things they don’t want, to impress people Carolyn Lumsden they don’t like. (Will Rogers)

Fall is pumpkins. This pumpkin bar begins with a yellow cake mix.

This is a make-ahead dessert so allow for a little refrigeration time just before serving.

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If you like the taste of peanut and chocolate together, you may like this pie. Make it ahead because it needs time to refrigerate. It is a nobake pie.

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER PIE Combine until well blended: 1 pkg. (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened 1/2 c. creamy peanut butter Add and beat 2 minutes: 1 c. cold milk 1 pkg. (3.4 oz.) instant vanilla pudding (or chocolate) Add and whisk in: 1 c. frozen whipped topping, thawed Put into an Oreo pie crust (your own or storebought). Refrigerate until ready to use.

Microwave together until choc. is melted and well blended, stirring often, about 1-1/2 to 2 minutes: 1-1/2 c. frozen whipped topping, thawed 3 oz. semi-sweet chocolate Put this mixture on top of the refrigerated pie.

Microwave in small MW safe container until melted: 1 T. creamy peanut butter Drizzle over the chocolate mixture. Refrigerate pie for 4 hours or more until firm. Hint: If you cannot find an Oreo crust, use a graham cracker or chocolate graham cracker crust for this recipe

PUMPKIN–MAPLE PIE BARS Line a 9x13” baking pan with foil and then spray foil with non-stick cooking spray.

Blend together: 1 pkg. (2 layer size) yellow cake mix 1 egg 1/2 c. butter, melted Press this mixture onto the top of the foil in the cake pan.

Beat together until well blended: 1 pkg. (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened 1/2 c. brown sugar 3 eggs 1 can (15 oz.) pumpkin 1 box (3.4 oz.) pumpkin spice flavor instant pudding Pour this mixture over the crust and bake at 350° for 40 minutes or until toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Put onto wire rack to cool completely.

Mix together and beat until stiff peaks form: 1/3 c. milk 3 T. maple syrup 1 envelope of Dream Whipped Topping Mix Spread on top of the pie.

Sprinkle with: 1/8 tsp. cinnamon Refrigerate until ready to serve. Cut into bars.

Serves up to 20-24 bars.

If you like chicken and potatoes, you might like to try this recipe.

RED POTATOES AND CHICKEN THIGHS Put into shallow dish: 6 large bone-in chicken thighs Pour over the chicken: 1/4 c. ranch dressing Let marinate in refrigerator for 30 minutes.

Brown in large skillet, then drain on paper towels: 4 slices bacon Drain all but 1 T. fat from the skillet and add to the drippings: 1-1/2 pounds red potatoes, cut into 1” chunks 1 onion, cut into smaller pieces Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Put the mixture into a 9x13” baking pan. Crumble the bacon and mix in to the potato mixture.

Remove the chicken thighs from the marinade and put onto the top of the potato mixture. Discard the marinade.

Bake at 400° for about an hour or until potatoes are done and chicken is at least 165°.

Top with: 1 c. shredded triple cheddar cheese with touch of Philadelphia (or your favorite shredded cheese) Sprinkle on top: 2 T. chopped fresh parsley Serves 6. Hint: If you don’t like chicken thighs, use chicken pieces of your choice and adjust baking time accordingly. Chicken breasts will take longer than the thighs and legs will take less baking time.

These muffins are loaded with goodness. Recipe will make a dozen muffins to enjoy.

HEARTY NUT AND FRUIT MUFFINS Combine in bowl: 2 c. baking mix (your own or store-bought) 1 pkg. (3 oz.) orange flavored gelatin 2 tsp. cinnamon Combine and add to the above: 1 egg 1 c. canned pumpkin 3/4 c. orange juice Mix until almost combined, then add: 1 chopped apple (Gala or similar apple) 1/2 c. raisins 1/2 c. chopped nuts 1/2 c. flaked coconut (optional) Mix until just combined. Spoon into 12 prepared muffin cups (sprayed/or lined). Bake at 400° for 20 minutes or until done (toothpick test). Cool in pan for 5 minutes then remove to wire rack. Serve warm or room temp. Makes 12 regular size muffins.

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This make ahead egg bake is just right for a morning breakfast. Make, refrigerate mixture and bake in the morning.

MAKE AHEAD EGG BAKE Cook 12 slices bacon, drain and crumble.

Whisk together in bowl: 8 eggs 3 c. milk Add and stir in: 8 c. French bread cubes (about 3/4" size cubes) Add and mix lightly: 1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry 1-1/2 c. shredded sharp cheddar cheese (from 8 oz. pkg.) the crumbled bacon Pour into a 9x13: baking pan.

Top with: Rest of the shredded sharp cheddar cheese Cover and refrigerate overnight. When ready to bake, heat oven to 350°, uncover baking pan and bake for 45-48 minutes or until top is puffed and golden brown. Serves 8-12.

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-Amery Woman’s Club Adopt-aHighway event, meet at Amery Free Lutheran Church 1 pm Changing Colors Ride on the Stower Seven Lakes Stae Trail 2 and 7 pm “Harvest of Harmony” by the Indianhead Barbershop Chorus in the HS auditorium 4-7 pm Fall Harvest Dinner, Craft/Bazaar & Bake Sale at Elim Lutheran Church in Range

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Cyber Hygiene to Protect Your Business October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month

(MADISON) – Wisconsin individuals and businesses lost over $10 million in cyber theft in 2015. That’s why Governor Walker has declared October as Cybersecurity Awareness Month in Wisconsin. Officials say many of those losses could have been prevented with a cyber hygiene campaign.

“Whether you own a small business or are part of a major corporation, practicing cyber hygiene is critical for business security,” says Major General Don Dunbar, Adjutant General and Wisconsin’s Homeland Security Advisor. “ Following these five steps: Count, Configure, Control, Patch and Repeat could provide your agency with effective defenses against cyber attacks” The Center for Internet Security and the National Governor’s Association Governors Homeland Security Advisors Council launched the Cyber Hygiene Campaign that encourages individuals and businesses to follow these simple steps: COUNT: Know what's connected to your network.

•Identify authorized and unauthorized devices along with lost or

stolen assets. You need to keep an inventory of computers, laptops, notebooks and smartphones that may be connected to your systems.

•Knowing what IT assets you own will allow you to better manage your IT infrastructure and its security.

•Every piece of equipment has vulnerabilities and exposes you to risk.

How you handle the risk will depend on what the equipment is and what purpose it has.

•You can't protect what you don't know exist.

CONFIGURE: Protect your systems by implementing key security settings.

•When purchasing new equipment, it is critical to reconfigure the security systems. Don’t leave systems on default settings.

•Require employees to change passwords regularly. Strong passwords reduce the chance of accounts being compromised.

CONTROL: Protecting your systems by properly managing accounts and limiting user and administrator privileges to only what they need to do their job.

•Properly controlling access to business information and systems

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reduces the risk of unauthorized access/use and security breaches.

•Special care must be taken with "privileged accounts" used by system administrators, since they have the ability to create accounts and change or by-pass security settings.

PATCH: Protecting your systems by keeping current.

•Patch and vulnerability management is a security practice designed to proactively prevent the exploitation of IT vulnerabilities that exist within an organization.

•The expected result is to reduce the time and money spent dealing with vulnerabilities and exploitation of those vulnerabilities.

REPEAT: Why is this step important?

•Reviewing and repeating these steps regularly will help reduce your vulnerability to cyber attacks.

This October, ReadyWisconsin will highlight weekly efforts to keep everyone in Wisconsin safe from cybercrime. Visit http://readywisconsin. wi.gov for more information. You can also follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

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AMERY COMMUNITY EDUCATION

Classes offered for Fall Community Ed catalogs can be found at all 4 schools, the public library, and many other locations in the Amery area. View all classes and offerings under the Community Ed link on the Amery School website www.amerysd. k12.wi.us Pre-register for all classes and events by mail, in person, online (www.amerysd.k12.wi.us) or by phone. For more information call 715-268-9771 x220 or email commed@amerysd.k12.wi.us.

Estate Planning Workshop - Learn how to protect loved ones' inheritance, minimize estate taxes, keep your plan up to date, maintain control in the family, leave your heirs what you want, when you want, and the way you want, and much more. Oct 6 at 6 p. Fee $9, pre-register with Comm Ed. Retirement Planning: Plan ahead for the journey. Map out the length of your journey, what expenses you may incur and how best to achieve an income that will last throughout. Oct 11 from 7-8 p. Fee $9, pre-register with Community Ed. Microsoft Excel – One-Night Intro for those who have never created a spreadsheet. The perfect intro to prep for the Beginning Excel class Oct 12-24. Basic terms and data entry will be covered.

Prerequisite: Basic computer skills. Oct 10 from 5:30-8:30 p. WITC Fee $17.54 or Sr Fee (62+ as of Aug 17) $4.50. Pre-register with WITC: www.witc.edu or 1-800243-9482 ext 4221. WITC ID # 65126 Catalog # 47-103-401 Microsoft Excel for Beginners: Create worksheets for work and personal use. We will navigate through the cells, format and set up a spreadsheet for maximum efficiency. You will see how easy it is to have your numbers calculated for you in just seconds and how to sort through long ponderous lists with ease.

Prerequisites: Basic computer skills and some Excel knowledge. If you are a new Excel user, it would be best to take the Intro class on Oct 10 and follow it with this class. Mon & Wed, Oct 12-24 from 5:30-8 p. WITC Fee $37.09 or Sr Fee (62+ as of Aug 17) $4.50. Pre-register with WITC: www.witc.edu or 1-800-2439482 ext 4221. WITC ID # 65127 Catalog # 60-103-601 Wild Mushrooms 201: Discover the easily identified, but lesser known edible mushrooms not covered in 101.

Learn more accurate identification techniques and about mushroom seasons. Mushrooms covered include: Hericium, Lobster Mushrooms, Leccinum, Hedgehog, Black Trumpet, Entoloma and Elm Oysters. Pre-requisite: Wild Mushrooms 101. Oct 10 from 5:30-8:30 p. WITC Fee $17.54 or Sr Fee (62+ as of Aug 17) $4.50. Pre-register with WITC: www.witc.edu or 1-800-243-9482 ext 4221.

WITC ID # 64887 Catalog # 42-806-410 Wild Mushrooms 3: The Genus Rus-

sula: Learn about the edible and toxic species and also look at closely related and similar looking mushrooms. Relationships with trees and other plants and fungi will also be discussed. Take as a follow-up to the 101 or 102 classes. Oct 20 from 5:30-8:30 p. WITC Fee $17.54 or Sr Fee (62+ as of Aug 17) $4.50.

Pre-register with WITC: www.witc.edu or 1-800-243-9482 ext 4221. WITC ID # 64889 Catalog # 42-806-410 Get Fit Fast (Fit And Save Time): Are you spending time working out but not getting the results you want? In less than 20 minutes per day, you can: Burn up to 9x more fat; Increase your heart strength and lung capacity; Improve cholesterol and hormone levels; Improve your blood pressure. You can adapt the FAST workout to any space . . . and you don't even need EQUIPMENT. Oct 10 from 6-7 p. Fee $19, pre-register with Community Ed. Essential Oils 101: The Basics of Getting Started: Deepen your understanding of essential oil basics, safety, and common uses. We will focus on the most frequently used oils and everyone will leave with a sample. Oct 11 from 6-7:30 p. Fee $11, pre-register with Community Ed. Essential Oils: Discover Diffusing and how diffusing oils can fill your home with natural amazing scents as well as benefit your emotions and wellness. Oct 18 from 6-7:30 p. Fee $11, pre-register with Community Ed. Intro to Authentic Chinese Cooking: Learn to cook authentic Chinese foods while learning cooking fundamentals and different methods to create the best tasting cuisine in your home.

Cook and sample pot stickers, egg rolls, lemon chicken, Kung Pao chicken, fried rice and more! Have fun and make delicious food with what you’ve got in your own home! Four Fridays, Oct 21 - Nov 11 from 6-8 p. Class fee $49, pre-register with Community Ed. Materials fee $20, pay to instructor at class.

Apple Strudel Night: make a delicate, flaky apple strudel. Bring a large cookie sheet or jelly roll pan and an apple-peeler, if you have one. Class is for adults, high school youth and adult/ child teams. Oct 25 from 6-8 p.

Class fee $25 per person or team.

Materials fee $10 per person or team.

Pre-register with Community Ed. Knitting: Speed Stix Afghan: Complete a lap-sized afghan in just a few hours just in time for the holidays!

Using huge knitting needles known as 'speed stix,' participants will learn how to make bobbles and practice pattern reading. Knowledge of basic knitting and purling are required. Supply list from Comm Ed. Four Thursdays, Oct 27Nov 12 from 6-8 p. Fee $24, pre-register with Community Ed.

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BIRTHS Amery Hospital & Clinic

Silas Mark Boyce, 7 lbs. 2.4 ozs., born on September 1 to Jenelle and Jesse Boyce, North Branch.

Megan Lilja Kube, 5 lbs. 8.2 ozs., born on September 5 to Amy and Eric Kube, Amery.

Libby Kay Amos, 8 lbs. 2 ozs., born on September 5 to Kassi Milberg and Joe Amos, Amery.

Adda Luz Pardo-Mateos, 6 lbs. 12 ozs., born on September 6 to Almudena Pardo-Mateos, Madrid Spain.

Kobe Alan Anderson, 7 lbs. 10.3 ozs., born on September 6 to Jesse Flug and Andrew Anderson, Turtle Lake.

Camdyn Edward Wilson, 9 lbs. 1 oz., born on September 8 to Cherae and Ryan Wilson, Amery.

Klara Jean Peters, 6 lbs. 8.2 ozs., born on September 12 to Hannah Eckwall and Tyler Peters, Amery.

Leo John Lauterbach, 7 lbs. 14.3 ozs., born on September 13 to Katie and Nicholas Lauterbach, Amery.

Daniel Jace Johnson, 7 lbs. 4.3 ozs., born on September 16 to Abigail Markuson and Dahlton Johnson, Clear Lake.

Esme Marie Johnson, 7 lbs. 3 ozs., born on September 17 to Abigail Coyour Johnson and Ryan Johnson, Luck.

Avalon Lola-Cherry Tschida, 7 ls. 5 ozs., born on September 19 to Jenna and Richard Tschida, Centuria.

Vernon LeRoy Steven Pederson, 7 lbs. 2 ozs., born on September 21 to Kimberly and Jesse Pederson, Amery.

Lucian Koda Makwa Despigelaere, 6 lbs. 1 oz., born on September 22 to Ashley Marz and Matthew Despiegelaere, St. Croix Falls.

Richard Bernard Kronn III, 8 lbs. 14 ozs., born on September 22 to Tracy and Richard Kronn, Osceola.

Isabella Elizabeth Mattson, 6 lbs. 15.8 ozs., born on September 26 to Krista and Dillon Mattson, Siren.

Introduce young hunters with Youth Deer Hunt Oct. 8-9 MADISON -- Youth hunters and those interested in mentoring young hunters are reminded to mark their calendars for this year's youth deer hunt Oct. 8-9.

The youth hunt allows boys and girls ages 10-15 to hunt with a gun or other legal weapon prior to the regular firearm seasons. The youth hunt is open to all resident and non-resident youth hunters with a gun deer license and appropriate tags.

"This is a great opportunity for families and friends to mentor and train young hunters," said Keith Warnke, hunting and shooting sports coordinator for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. "The memories made last a lifetime and sharing our our amazing nature with our children is incredibly rewarding - I know from personal experiences with my own daughters."

It is important to note that the Junior Antlerless Deer carcass tag is NOT valid in Ashland, Forest and Sawyer counties. In addition, all hunters in the field are required to wear blaze orange

AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY Crack the code A four-week introduction to computer coding for students in grades 3-6.

Registration required.

Wednesdays in October, 4 p.m.—5 p.m.

No school programs Looking for something to do on October 14?

Watch Steve Russell’s “Comedy with a Catch” at 10:30 a.m. Freaky Film Fest for Teens, 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Wisconsin ghosts Terry Fisk describes his ghost investigations with world-renowned medium Allison DuBois and psychic Chip Coffey (from TV's Paranormal State and Psychic Kids). Learn about haunted locations in Wisconsin through photos, case histories, eyewitness accounts and ghost lore. October 18 at 5 p.m.

After school club Thursdays from September 1 through November 17, 3:30 p.m. Legos or maker projects open to school-age children. Need a ride from school? Bring a note from home to take Bus 11 to the library. Children under 8 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Storytime Storytime is held on Wednesdays at 10 a.m.

Join Miss Riss for interactive stories, songs, and

more. Stick around after storytime for engaging art, music, or other early learning activities.

Geared toward 2-5 yearolds and their caregivers.

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.

Teen advisory board Open to 12-18 year olds, the Teen Advisory Board meets on the first Friday of each month, 3:45 p.m.—5:00 p.m., to plan events, talk about books and more.

Book discussion groups The Inspirational Reading Book Club meets on the first Monday of the month at 10:30 a.m. The Friends of the Library Book Discussion Group meets on the third Monday of the month at 1:30 p.m. to discuss general fiction and literature. The Great Seniors Book Club meets on the third Monday of the month at 10 a.m., at the Amery Area Community Center.

Tech help program Have questions about using your computer, tablet, or mobile device?

Need some help with Mi-

crosoft Word or Excel?

The library offers tech help on Mondays and Wednesdays, 4 p.m.—7 p.m. Help with basic computer skills is offered on Fridays, 10 a.m.—12 p.m.

Book sales The Friends of the Library Book Sale is held on the first Saturday of the month, 9 a.m.—2 p.m., and on the Thursday evening prior to the Saturday sale, 4 p.m.—7 p.m.

Friends The Friends of the Amery Area Public Library Foundation meets on the third Monday of the month at 4:30 p.m.

Meetings are open to all members and to the public.

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

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

Hours Library hours are Monday through Thursday 9 a.m.—7 p.m., Friday 9 a.m.—6 p.m., and Saturday 9 a.m.—2 p.m.

during the Youth Deer Hunt.

All youth hunters must be accompanied by a mentor 18 years of age or older. Youth ages 12-15 with a hunter education certificate may hunt within visual and voice range of a mentor. When accompanying one or two youth ages 12-15 that have successfully completed hunter education, a mentor is not required to possess a hunter education certificate or a current hunting license.

Hunters ages 10 and 11, as well as those ages 12-15 that have not completed hunter education, may gain hunting experience under the Hunting Mentorship Program.

This program requires youth to hunt within arm's reach of a qualified mentor who has completed hunter education and holds a current hunting license.

Only one weapon may be possessed jointly between youth and mentor. Mentors may not hunt using a firearm during the youth deer hunt weekend, and must possess a valid Wisconsin hunting license for the current hunting season. License type does not matter,

unless the mentor will be hunting other game.

Hunters of all ages are reminded to follow the four rules of firearm safety: Treat every gun as if it were loaded; Always point the muzzle in a safe direction; Be sure of your target and beyond; and Keep your finger out of the trigger guard until you are ready to shoot.

First-time hunters and those that have not purchased a license in at least 10 years are eligible for a discounted first-time buyer license. Visit dnr.wi.gov and search keyword "license" for more information.

As in previous years, those new to hunting can celebrate their first harvest with the official first deer or first hunt certificate. Simply follow the instructions on the page to upload a photo of your first deer and describe your experience. For more information, and to create your own first deer certificate, search keywords "first deer."

Volunteers Needed for Amery Hospital’s new Delirium Prevention Program Amery, Wisc. - Beginning this October, Amery Hospital & Clinic is implementing a new delirium prevention program called the Hospital Elder Life Program, or HELP. This program is based on an award winning clinic trial at Yale with proven effectiveness to prevent delirium in elderly patients, who

go home healthier and earlier.

Amery Hospital & Clinic is currently seeking volunteers to help support this important new program. Selected volunteers will be provided with thorough training and will visit with patients on a oneto-one basis to offer companionship and

therapeutic activities to prevent confusion.

If you or someone you know is a mature, reliable, and compassionate individual interested in volunteering for the HELP program, please contact Kathy Rasmussen at 715-268-0682 or download the application at amerymedicalcenter.org/HELP.

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Walk for the Animals successful

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The Arnell Memorial Humane Society hosted a bright and sunny day for the 2016 Walk for the Ani-

contests and tried their skills on a Humane Fun Run agility course.

Coly Finc, an 11 year old Shepherd won the prize for “Oldest Pet” and 13 week old Italian Greyhound Olive Calkins was the “Youngest.”

Papillon Valentino Lauren-Schmidt was the “Smallest Pet” and Baloo the 8 month old Blue Great Dane won the “Largest Pet” award.

An adopted from Arnell alumni,

competition. They all were spiffed up in their colorful bandanas. It was a f u n show.

T h e Wa l k for the A n i m a l s event raised $ 6,500 for the a n i mals at Arnell High 5 Memorial Humane Society. The event was sponsored by many local businesses. All of the prizes were donated and the funding raised will help to support the shelter and the animals in their care. A complete list of business sponsors supporting the animals in our community will be available on the shelter website and on Facebook.

Deep appreciation to all who sponsored, donated and participated. We are honored by your support and will continue to provide a safe haven for stray and unwanted

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Observatory viewing sessions set at UW-River Falls September 26, 2016--The University of Wisconsin-River Falls Physics Department began its fall season of free, public observatory viewings and astronomy discussions on Sept. 27.

The first stargazing session on Tuesday, Sept. 27, was a talk, " One Year Later: Discoveries at Pluto" by physics Professor Eileen Korenic at 271 Centennial Science Hall. A telescope viewing session will follow at 8:30 p.m. on the third floor observation deck.

Uranus and Neptune should be visible.

A faculty member and/or student will staff each telescope and be available to answer questions. Objects to be seen in the telescopes include planets, globular clusters, open clusters, nebulae, galaxies, moons, and double stars.

Other viewings this fall include: *Tuesday, Oct. 25, at 8 p.m., "Boo! Halloween and Other Cross-Quadrature Days” presented by Korenic in 271 Centennial Science Hall, followed by an 8:30 p.m. telescope viewing on the third floor observatory deck, if the sky is clear. Uranus and Neptune should be visible. KANABEC COUNTY *Wednesday, Dec. 7, at 8 p.m., "Location, Location, Location: Milky Way Stars Have Moved" presented

by Korenic in 271 Centennial Science Hall, followed by an 8:30 p.m. telescope viewing on the third floor observatory deck, if the sky is clear. Uranus should be visible.

CITY For more PINE information about the observatory, email glenn.spiczack@uwrf.edu or for more information about pre-observatory talks, email eileen. korenic@uwrf.edu or call the UWRF Physics Department at 715-425-3560.

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mals on Saturday, October 1. The dogs were all well behaved and orderly; excited and curious of the others but respectful. How could it be otherwise with such beautiful weather and gathering of canine friends? Many of the walkers had adopted from the Arnell shelter and returned to say hello and thanks.

The Stower Seven Lakes State Trail offered sunshine and shade along the walk route. On return to the Soo Line Pavilion, canine participants competed in a number of

Roxy the Pekingese, won two contests; the “Best Costume” contest and “Best Trick.” She and her best bud Timmy, dressed up as Loofah Sponges complete with a rubber ducky and fish toy adornment.

Roxy pulled of a powerful display of “High Five” with all the right moves.

“Shake” was the skill that gave Golden Retriever Luke the win in the “Simon Says”

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It isn’t every day that someone has the ability to look underneath their dock and see what is happening on their structure. That rare opportunity will present itself as summer gives way to autumn and lake residents and lake service providers start to remove boats, docks, and piers from the water. Why would anyone want to take a look at the bottom of the piers?

“Docks and piers provide an excellent home for aquatic invasive species (AIS) like zebra mussels to colonize,” explains Katelin Anderson, Polk County Land and Water Resources Department. “It’s often difficult to thoroughly inspect a structure while it’s in the water; however during removal anyone involved with the process can easily monitor for invasive species.”

AIS are non-native plants and animals that threaten Wisconsin’s waters by causing environmental and economic harm. One example, zebra mussels, can clog water intakes and pipes, encrust piers, boats and motors, and their sharp shells can cut the feet of swimmers.

Zebra mussels have been found in approximately 250

Wisconsin lakes and rivers. Zebra mussels have not been documented in Polk County, but have been documented in Bass Lake in St. Croix County and numerous lakes in the Twin Cities Metro Area.

To protect Polk County’s lakes and rivers, carefully examine piers, boats, boatlifts, rafts and any other equipment that has been in the water for a prolonged period of time for signs of zebra mussels during removal.

In addition to a visual inspection, citizens/contractors are encouraged to feel smooth surfaces of equipment to check for juvenile zebra mussels as they may have a “sand-paper like” feel and are often invisible to the human eye. If zebra mussels or other new invasive species are found: •Note the exact location where the animal was found.

•Take a digital photo of the animal in the setting where it was found (if possible).

•Collect up to five specimens of varying sizes, place them in a jar with water, and transport to a refrigerator.

•Contact Polk County Land and Water Resources Department, at 715-485-8699 and deliver specimens.

“Responding quickly to new AIS detections is critical to help slow the spread into other waterbodies,” says Tim Campbell, AIS communications specialist Serving Polk County’s St. Croix Valley since 1897 for UW-Extension and the Wisconsin DNR. “It can also help control AIS within a body of water. Efforts of citizens statewide can help us achieve that.”

There are also specific laws lake property owners and contractors must follow to prevent the spread of AIS. Prior to transporting any equipment Wisconsin law requires you to: INSPECT boats, trailers, boat lifts, piers, rafts and equipment.

REMOVE all attached aquatic plants and animals.

DRAIN all water from boats, vehicles, and equipment.

To learn more about zebra mussels or Wisconsin aquatic invasive species regulations visit: dnr.wi.gov keyword “invasive species”.

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In October, artZ Gallery presents three painters and a potter/furniture maker Martin Engseth’s medium is oil on canvas. Most of his art is realistic and expresses the rhythm and patterns he observes in wild natural settings. He began painting in 2002 and showing and selling in 2014. Preferring larger landscapes, he draws in the field and paints in the studio. In practice he aspires to the tenets of Bruno Liljefors: “Emulate nature, don’t be finicky since nature isn’t.”

And: “The best technique is no Technique”. Philosophically, he aims to remove the “I” from his art: The process of recreating with his hand what lies before his eyes is one of moving from observing beauty in a loose way, to one of participation. Martin lives in Herbster, Wisconsin.

He holds degrees in anthropology and interdisciplinary Archeology from North Park College and the University of Minnesota. Between 1996 and 2013 he worked in the United States as archeologist (RPA).See Martin’s art at: www.martinengseth.com

Joyce Staley began taking oil painting classes with Floyd Hubbard, and continued painting and studying with Mary Pettis the 1980’s. Joyce started out painting wildlife and animal portraits in her studio. Now she is doing more plein air painting. “I feel that an artist’s journey is an always learning thing, very rewarding and certainly not boring”. “Painting outside is great because the experience is about all the elements that are surrounding you.” “Nature is a wonderful teacher and I love hearing the birds, seeing wildlife of all kinds and feeling the sunshine.”

Joyce’s art has been on the cover of Wisconsin Sportsman magazine, Minnesota Sportsman Magazine, and has a 1st place award from the Phipps Center for the Arts, Hudson, Wisconsin competition. She also operates a framing business with Doug Berg in Eureka Center, WI. Doug Berg grew up in Osceola Wisconsin. Painting has been a lifelong endeavor for him. In 1983 he studied with Mary Pettis and began a four year study of Classical Realism. For the next 25 years most of his work has been studio painting. Then he was introduced to plein air painting by fellow artist and business partner, Joyce Staley.” Now it is as simple as walking out the door, or going for a drive and all around me, wherever I look, there are unlimited possibilities.”

Doug’s plein air awards include: 2013 “Best Chippewa River Painting”, Durand, WI, 2014 and 2016 “Best Nocturnal Painting”, Durand, WI. See more of Joyce and Doug’s art at: www.lakesidestudioart.com

William Bosak is a resident of rural Frederic, and graduate of UW River Falls in Broad Area Art Education. He did some teaching, and most recently worked as a journeyman woodworker and senior builder for Twin Cities’ manufacturers making furniture, interiors and custom store fixtures and displays. William now uses his knowledge and experience to create cab-

inets, blanket chests of local maple, walnut oak and cherry, which will be part of his display at artZ Gallery.

“Bill” will also be exhibiting pottery: wheel thrown forms as sculptural pieces. He defines his style as “Abstract Expressionism” and uses wax resist as a design feature with glazes. Contact him at bill.bosak@gmail. com

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:www.artzgallery.org artZ Gallery is located at 208 North Keller Ave. in Amery, Wisconsin. Hours are Monday through Saturday, 10 –5:00

Lifestyle Choices for Seniors…

Barron County cites four establishments in alcohol-compliance checks Barron County Sheriff’s Department conducted alcohol compliance checks this September, using a 17 year-old Barron County high school senior.

Of the 36 establishments checked, all but four passed. Of the four failing establishments, two are in Turtle Lake, and two in Cameron.

The following businesses were checked: Almena •Holiday Station Store – Passed Cumberland •Holiday – Passed •Louis Lodge - Passed Barron •Holiday Station – Passed •Island Wines and More – Passed •Warren G's - Passed •VFW – Passed •Kwik Trip - Passed •5th Street Saloon – Passed •Gordy’s/Mega foods – Passed Prairie Farm •BP – Passed

Barronett •Speedy's C-Stop – Passed Rice Lake •Liquor Depot North - Passed •Gordy’s/Mega Foods – Passed •Marketplace Foods - Passed •Village Dell - Passed •Stump Lake Liquor - Passed •Gordy’s – Passed •Mr. Bobs – Passed •Hoots on the Water - Passed Cameron •The Cameron House – Passed •Northwoods Liquor – Failed •Ben and Maggies Town Pump – Passed •Rausch's Sports Bar – Passed •The Webb – Passed •BP Amoco – Passed •Bridgestop (old Crossroads) – Failed Turtle Lake •Cenex – Passed •Auto Stop - Passed •Austad’s Super Value – Failed •Northland Liquor – Passed

•Best Dam Sports Shop – Failed Chetek •Keg and Kork - Passed •Gordy's - Passed •Kwik Trip - Passed •Chetek Express - Passed •Bridgestop - Passed “Our goal is to have each round of compliance checks reach one hundred percent every time,” says Barron County Sherriff, Chris Fitzgerald.

“We will continue to work on this issue but I am happy that many of our establishments took the extra time to ask for ID and refused to serve these kids. We need to continue to reduce youth access to alcohol and make sure we don’t have a senseless tragedy.”

These ongoing alcohol age compliance checks are part of cooperative effort with Barron County Community Coalition and serve as only one part of Barron County’s Alcohol Awareness campaign.

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The Mighty Milk Haulers The windmill next to the milk house at my dad’s home farm worked efficiently, pumping water into a concrete trough that held 8 large milk cans.

The cooling process Growing had been going on since early in the 20th up in century on the farm Amery now run by Ali and Amos Elkin southwest Loren Elkin of Little Falls.

Walking into the cool little milk house, I’d take the water ladle off the nail and dip it into the trough for a cold drink. So great on a hot summer day.

The excess water ran out the other end of the trough and down the hill, the same nearby slope where they brought up the full cans of milk from the barn.

Talking with Wayne Tanner recently, I learned a bit about the men who came to the farms, every day, and picked up those 100 pound cans of raw milk.

Around this area the milk went to Belle Cheese and Stella cheese, and in some cases to creameries to make butter.

Wayne helped his dad haul in the late 60s, working summers and weekends.

The arrangement was that Wayne load the milk cans of farms that had 7 or fewer, and his dad would help with the others.

As you could guess, Wayne laughs when he tells this, there were only a couple farms that produced 7 cans of milk.

Small farms had as little as a half a can of milk each day, but other farms like the Asmunrudes produced as many as 14 cans. A farm near Farmington put out 21 cans. In fact, Wayne hauled milk for my uncles from the

farm described above.

Winter created more work, especially after huge snowstorms. Milk haulers not only worked their way to the farms over snowed in roads, using their V plows they often plowed the driveways and yards of the farms they served.

The road going by our place east of Amery, headed for the Howard Stindle farm, often filled with snow. One March when school was called off for 2 days in the Amery district, I remember the milk truck with the V plow on front making its way to Stindles. Howard was astounded that it made it to his farm when the county plow hadn’t gotten

through yet.

The milk houses didn’t need much heat, but a small electric heater offset the below zero temperatures outside. In one case a couple of brothers had a kerosene lantern going in the milk house, enough to keep the temperatures above freezing.

By 1970 hauling cans of milk was phased out because more farmers bought bulk tanks and milking machines. In the case of bulk milk hauling, those trucks picked up milk every other day.

Wayne talks with the ease of a storyteller and a teacher, and on the phone or talking at the Cabin Coffee Shop, I could see him 100 years ago out on the porch of the feed mill or around a pot bellied stove, listening and adding where necessary. It was a joy to hear his experiences of hauling milk around rural Amery.

Contact Loren at elkfarm@wctc.net and write to him about getting on an Amery email list.

SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS CLEAR LAKE SCHOOLS Thursday, Oct. 6— Elementary breakfast: Cereal or Little John donut, yogurt or yogurt parfait.

Elementary lunch: Mini corn dogs or chef salad, macaroni & cheese, steamed broccoli, carrots with dip, applesauce.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, Pop Tart, muffin, french toast sticks, cheese omelet.

High school lunch: Mini corn dogs, or chef salad, macaroni & cheese, steamed broccoli, carrots/dip, strawberries, blueberries.

Friday, Oct. 7— Elementary breakfast: Cereal or french toast sticks, cheese omelet.

Elementary lunch: Sloppy Joe or grilled chicken sandwich, curly fries, baked beans, mandarin oranges.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, “Gripz” graham crackers, mini donuts, sausage links, cereal bar.

High school lunch: Sloppy Joe or grilled chicken sandwich, curly fries, baked beans, fresh melon.

Monday, Oct. 10— Elementary breakfast: Cereal and graham crackers or pancake sausage stick with syrup.

Elementary lunch: Taco in a bag or soft shell taco, fixings, refried beans, grapes, Slushie fruit cup.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, cheese stick, cereal bar, Pop Tart, pancake sausage stick, banana bread.

High school lunch: Tacos with fixings or ham & cheese sandwich, refried beans, pineapple chunks, grapes, sherbet.

Tuesday, Oct. 11— Elementary breakfast: Cereal or mini donuts, sausage links.

Elementary lunch: Barbeque riblet or chicken patty on a bun, potato smiles, green beans, apples.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, yogurt, Krave S’mores, muffin, Little John donut, scrambled eggs.

High school lunch: Barbeque riblet or chicken patty on a bun, baby red potatoes, green beans, sliced peaches, fruit juice.

Wednesday, Oct. 12— Elementary breakfast: Cereal or peanut butter & jelly “uncrustable,” cheese cubes.

Elementary lunch: Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes with gravy, dinner roll, steamed corn, applesauce.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, Vertical bar, cereal bar, muffin, “Gripz” graham crackers, Canadian bacon, egg & cheese sandwich.

High school lunch: Chicken nuggets or salisbury steak, mashed potatoes/gravy, dinner roll, sweet potato souffle, applesauce, mixed fruit.

AMERY SCHOOLS Thursday, Oct. 6— Lien Elementary lunch: Deli turkey sandwich, chips & salsa, coleslaw, garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate and Middle school lunch: Deli turkey sandwich or BBQ pork sandwich, chips & salsa, coleslaw, garden bar, fruit choices.

High school lunch: Deli turkey sandwich or BBQ pork sandwich, chips & salsa, coleslaw, garden bar, fruit choices.

Friday, Oct. 7— Lien Elementary lunch: Italian dunker w/marinara, Italian blend vegetables, garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate and Middle school lunch: Italian dunker or meatball sub, Italian blend vegetables, garden.

High school lunch: Italian dunker or meatball sub, Italian blend vegetables, garden bar, fruit choices.

Monday, Oct. 10— Lien Elementary lunch: Chicken nuggets, potato wedges, peas & carrots, garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate and Middle school lunch: Hot dog or Warrior burger, baked beans, chips & salsa, garden bar, fruit choices.

High school lunch: Chicken nuggets w/bread or pizza burger, potato wedges, peas & carrots, garden bar, fruit choices.

Tuesday, Oct. 11— Lien Elementary lunch: Softshell taco, corn, black bean salad, garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate and Middle school lunch: Softshell taco or chicken fajitas, corn, black bean salad, garden bar.

High school lunch: Softshell taco or chicken fajitas, corn, black bean salad, garden bar, fruit choices.

Wednesday, Oct. 12— Lien Elementary lunch: Mandarin chicken, brown rice, steamed carrot coins, garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate and Middle school lunch: Mandarin chicken or teriyaki pork, brown rice, steamed carrot coins, garden bar, fruit choices.

High school lunch: Mandarin chicken or teriyaki pork, brown rice, steamed carrots coins, garden bar.

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A Message Via Your Grandma Dear Mama, I loved the stories you read, when I was small on your knee, about dear little girls, Snow White and Rose Red, each with favorite activity.

Rose Red was the girl of bright rosy cheeks, who tended the flowers, loved woods.

Snow White, her needles , sewing techniques, charmed Mama too ,with embroidered goods.

You told of each girl, so charming and sweet that made me wish I could be two, but you told me, with stomping or dainty feet, the best thing to be is "just you."

So, Mama, God gave me what I wished, the two, with all the qualities well combined.

So glad that you told me best be "just you."

Blessings as 'good things' defined.

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Final Affairs Polk County UW Extension and ADRC of NW WI invite you to attend the 2016 Final Affairs Conference at the St. Croix Casino-Danbury, WI on Thursday, October 20th from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. This one-day conference provides resources for individuals to plan for the end of life.

Focus on Topics covered included: Brain Health, Medication Management, Family Surviving as a Family Caregiver, Living and planning for long-term care, estate, and funeral arrangements.

Gail Peavey, This free event includes compliFamily Living mentary lunch, snacks and beverages. For more information conAgent tact the Polk County UW-Extension Office at 715.485.8600, or access the Polk County website at: http://polk.uwex.edu

Marshfield Clinic offers mobile mammography screenings at Countryside Cooperative For the fifth consecutive year, Marshfield Clinic’s Mobile Screening Unit will offer digital mammography screenings this summer and fall at several Countryside Cooperative Convenience Store locations.

Countryside is partnering with Marshfield Clinic for this annual event to help ensure all women have access to important health screenings.

“We have customers, family and friends – many of whom are all three – affected by cancer,” said Tim Toraason, Convenience Store Division Supervisor at Country-

due to earlier disease detection and improved treatment options.

More than 230,000 women in the U.S. are expected to be diagnosed with breast cancer this year, according to American Cancer Society estimates.

The digital mammography screenings in your area are scheduled for: Amery Cenex Location, 319 Keller Avenue South Friday, Oct. 21st from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

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AMERY AREA COMMUNITY CENTER Our annual Oktoberfest Celebration/ Fundraiser is right around the corner! Each year we try to do something unique to reach out to new people and add new things, and this year is no different. We will be holding it at the Community Center again, and the date will be October 15th. Jim Armstrong will kick off the festivities at 11am, and at 12:30 we’ll ask the kiddies to come up for a Pint-Size Polka! Cattail Moon is up next, playing from 1-5pm. We will have free face painting for the kids and even for adults if they want to be silly! The Amery Lions Club will be there cooking up their delicious pork chops, brats and hot dogs, and what’s Oktoberfest without Leinenkugals Oktoberfest Beer! We will also have a couple other kinds of adult beverages and some pop and coffee too. A Beanbag Tournament will be held with the grand prize of $500! (based on 20 teams) We encourage you to sign up and pay early – you’ll be entered into a drawing for a gift card if you do – cost is $30/team in advance, $40 the day of. Kar Jackers will be outside cranking some music for those outside. We even have a tournament for kids under 17 and the prize for that is a set of bean bag boards!

Inside we’ll be holding a pool tournament, but we are almost full up – cost for that is $5/person. We also have 50/50 raffles and a drawing for a FREE TV for attendees! So mark your calendars and stop down for this annual fundraiser.

We appreciate the support! O Purchase a raffle ticket and be entered in to win a beautiful hand-made Christmas Quilt, donated by Sandy Anderson.

You may also win a TV, a year membership to our Fitness Center or one of our other small prizes! Tickets can be purchased at the Amery Area Community Center for $1 each or 6/$5.00. Drawing will be held December 8 at 12pm.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! Book Clubs are a great way to bring together people with a passion for reading while exploring and discussing good books. We meet every third Monday of the month at 10:00 am at the Amery Area Community Center. Please plan to spend about an hour with us and feel free to bring any book suggestions you have for starting our book club. The Discussion guide and books will be provided by the Amery Area Public Library, all you need is a More Library Card and

side Cooperative. “That’s one reason we were eager and excited to partner with Marshfield Clinic to ensure all women in the communities we serve have access to mammography screenings.”

Marshfield Clinic’s Mobile Screening Unit delivers state-ofthe-art breast cancer screenings monthly to rural Wisconsin residents whom otherwise would not have easy access to the services.

Providing that type of critical access to mammograms could save lives. For the past two decades, national breast cancer death rates have dropped, possibly

if you don’t have it already we’ll get you signed up with one. Non-members of the Community Center, please stop by the office to sign up and pay dues.

Arm Knitting is a new craze that you will love! You don't need to be a knitter but if you are, it will be familiar right away. If you aren't, it is very easy to follow along. Yarn will be provided.

Date is October 18th at 4pm. Cost $22 for lesson and yarn. Must be a member of the Amery Area Community Center.

Non-members – please stop in the office to play dues. Sign up and pay by October 11th.

Many of our members are snowbirds and like to pay for their membership dues before they leave for the winter.

So we thought we would do something fun to encourage everyone to pay their dues early. Anyone who pays their dues before December 31st will be entered into a drawing for a free 40” flat screen LED 1080p TV! And, the earlier you pay, the more chances you have to win! If you pay in October you will receive 3 chances, November-2 chances, December-1 chance. Members who participate in the Patron program will also receive an additional entry. (See details on the renewal form in this issue) New members will also be entered in the drawing.

Board and staff members are excluded from this promotion. The drawing for the TV will be held January 2, 2017 at 9am in the main hall. Need not be present to win. Smaller runner-up prizes will also be given out. Good luck!

JoAnn Hallquist was first in Monday bridge with Ruth Ann Riley in second.

Gary Snelling was first in pool with Paul Seidel bringing up second, CarlJohnson third and Wendell Anderson fourth. Milt Johnson won the consolation prize. Carl Johnson was first in Wii Bowling, with Dave Olson in second, and Jerry Fisher third. Asa Steen was first in Wednesday bridge, Bill Patterson second, Lou Molner third and Shirley Staebler fourth. Carl Johnson was first in Thursday pool, Paul Seidel second, Gene Pribnow third and Milt Johnson won the consolation prize Don’t forget all members are encouraged to come and join in the fun! Thank you all for playing!

Have a great week!

Kari Fladwood - Director

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Ridgeview Senior Housing Expansion

OPEN HOUSE Saturday, October 8, 2016 12:00-4:00 p.m.

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Ridgeview Senior Housing offers independent retirement living units for seniors, 55+ yrs of age, along with many amenities and options.

Sixteen (16) additional units are being added to this twenty three (23) unit complex.

All units will be non-smoking, 2 bedrooms with heated garages.

Amenities include a large commons area, great for family gatherings, exercise room, craft rooms, wood shop, whirlpool tub, and elevators.

A large library with a fire place is available for your reading pleasure.

A guest suite is available for overnight guests, by reservation, for a fee.

The storm shelter and back up electric generator provide protection in emergencies.

All units have their own heating and air-conditioning unit plus a large kitchen with a dishwasher and clothes washer and dryer.

All utilities, Electric, Heat, A/C, Cable, Water and Sewer, plus indoor and exterior maintenance, are included in the fee schedule.

Several lease options are available, from 1 year to 98 years.

The long term pre-paid leases have a guaranteed

buy back provision at the end of the lease plus yearly interest paid on your investment.

The prepaid leases can dramatically reduce your monthly rental fees.

Ridgeview Senior Housing can meet all of your housing needs for retirement, downsizing, or empty nesters.

We offer affordable living in a rural setting with that small town feeling.

Some units are available for lower income residents.

There are no maximum income limits restricting who can live here.

We invite you to check out our EXPANSION PROJECT OPEN HOUSE on Saturday, Oct. 8, 2016. Tours will be given of the existing rooms on that day. For a private showing or more information call Art at 715-263-2544

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EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

Position: One .5 early childhood teacher position is available. The ideal candiEOE date will have does a strong appropriate Unity School District notunderstanding discriminate of ondevelopmentally the basis of age, sex, race,teaching color, national orig practices including curriculum to early childhood learning.mental, Knowledge of pregnancy, marital or parental status,relevant sexual orientation, or physical, emotional, or learn effective classroom management is essential. Strong technology skills and a willingness to work in a collegial environment, as a team member, is a must.

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Unity School District is currently accepting applications EducaPosition:Position: ​One .5 early childhood teacher position is available.

Theforideal candidate wi tional Assistants district wide (part-time) to provide student academic support. curriculum understanding of developmentally appropriate teaching practices including Positions rangeKnowledge from instructional media toclassroom special needsmanagement support. Positions are childhood learning. of effective is essential.

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MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR Jack Link’s Protein Snacks began with treasured family recipes passed from generation to generation, transforming a small North Woods business into one of the fastest-growing meat snack manufacturers in the world. Over the years, as consumer demand for convenient, high-quality snack foods increased, so has the company’s product offerings. Today Jack Link’s is the fastest-growing meat snack manufacturer in the world, and sells more than 100 different meat snack products in more than 40 countries. The Link family principles and traditions remain the same: hard work, integrity and a commitment to earn consumer respect by delivering the best-tasting meat snacks in the world.

As a lead performing a variety of duties in the general maintenance and repair of buildings, facilities, and equipment. This is a working lead level: providing direction, establishing priorities, assigns tasks, coordinates work projects and the work of other maintenance personnel. Performs related duties asassigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS • Three to Five years of equipment maintenance or similar experience • Expert knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics and electronics • Expert knowledge of electrical/mechanical safety practices • Prior Knowledge of food processing equipment helpful • PC skills including: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and internet usage • Excellent communication skills and conflict resolution skills • Ability to maintain and handle multiple functions/ tasks relating to the day to day operations for Jack Links • Demonstrated ability to diplomatically communicate needs and recommendations • Communication skills that ensure personal credibility and effectiveness • Demonstrated proactive style that ensures the completion of projects despite obstacles • Actively seeks to utilize a “Collaborative Team Approach” in all situations • Continually strives to influence a positive company culture and leads by example PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS • • • •

The ability to stand and walk for majority of shift The ability to sit for extended periods The ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly The ability to bend, twist, and kneel repeatedly for long period of time • Excellent hand-eye coordination

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Unity School is looking for a Food Service Director to manage the Food Service department in accordance with relevant federal and state guidelines.

Duties include but are not limited to: •Develop creative food menus that meet the requirements of USDA and the national school lunch program.

•Supervise the overall operations and staff engaged in the production and service of meals, food, and catering services.

•Evaluate and market program for optimal participation.

•Maintain positive family accounts and understand the financial processes of the program in order to maintain a self-supporting operation.

•Maintain applications, contracts, and all required reporting with USDA and the WI Department of Public Instruction.

Qualifications: •Previous experience in food service or nutrition preferred.

•Applicant must have a positive and cooperative attitude in working with students, school personnel, and community members.

•Ability to supervise a team of employees.

•Must have the ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.

•Understanding of nutrition, meal calculations, and meal preparation.

•Bachelor’s Degree required.

Application Deadline: October 13, 2016

SUBSTITUTE CUSTODIAN POSITIONS Position: Unity School District is seeking substitute custodial help.

Qualifications: Strong mechanical aptitude; strong work ethic, problem solving skills and positive communication skills.

Requirements: High school diploma and general knowledge of cleaning equipment.

Application Deadline: Open until filled

SUBSTITUTE EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT POSITIONS Position: Unity School District is currently accepting applications for Substitute Educational Assistants district wide .

Requirements: All applicants must enjoy working with children and have strong communication skills. Substitute Educational Assistants must hold or be eligible for licensure as handicapped aide by WI DPI. CPR certification desired.

Application Deadline: Open until filled

SUBSTITUTE TEACHER POSITIONS Position: Unity School District is currently accepting applications for Substitute Teachers.

Requirements: All applicants must enjoy working with children and have strong communication skills. Substitute Teachers must hold or be eligible to obtain certification through Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI). This certificate is attainable for those who have a bachelor’s degree in any field.

Pay Rate: $110 per day Application Deadline: Open until filled How to Apply: Qualified, interested persons should apply by completing a WECAN Application online through the Support Staff system at http://services. education.wisc.edu/wecan . Please also submit a Unity School District Employment Application. The application is available on Unity School’s website, under Employment Opportunities. Once the application is complete, please send to Lisa Benson by email at lbenson@unity.k12.wi.us or by mail at: Lisa Benson Unity School District 1908 150 th Street/Hwy 46 North Balsam Lake, WI 54810-7267 EOE Unity School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability.

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Adoray Home Health and Hospice, located in Baldwin, Wisconsin, has received a donation of land to build a hospice residential facility. The 8 to 10 bed facility, also known as a “hospice house”, is a home-like facility intended for terminally ill people who do not have loved ones available to care for them in their last days.

Dick Pearson, long-time Hudson resident made the gift to Adoray in memory of his dear wife, Jean Marie Pearson, who died in 2013. “Jean had a gentle soul and a heart of gold,” said Mr. Pearson. “Our family feels so incredibly blessed to know that our Wife, Mother and Grandmother, met her Heavenly Father surrounded by her Loved Ones and Jean would want nothing less for anyone else. That’s how she lived her life, always…for the good of others. The Hospice House will provide that same personal, end-of-life care and that is why we chose to support this endeavor.”

Adoray has had conversations for several years about building a hospice house. “We did a feasibility study a few years ago to look at the need for such a facility in this region. The study confirmed that the need ex-ists and is growing,” said Mary Troftgruben, Adoray’s Executive Director. “This is the largest geographic region in Wisconsin without a hospice house,” Troftgruben continued, “and Mr. Pearson’s gift gives this project the huge boost it needs to become a reality.

We are so appreciative of the generosity shown by him and his family.”

Hospice is a program that provides expert care for patients in the

last months of their lives. Staff are specially trained in end-of life care. Hospice ensures the patient receives the services needed as their condition deteriorates. These services include intermittent nursing, nurses’ aide services, spiritual and emotional care, medications for symptom management, and medical equipment and supplies.

In addition, Adoray Hospice provides thirteen months of grief support for loved ones after the death. Hospice care is provided in the patient’s place of residence, which could be their own home, a skilled nursing facility, an assisted living facility or a group home.

Sometimes, for those living in their own home, patients’ caregivers can no longer keep up with the physical and emotional demands of caring for someone who is dying.

In these cases, patients will often go to a nursing home or will be transferred to a hospice house outside this geographic area. “This can be very difficult for the patient as well as their family,” said Troftgruben. “The hospice house will provide a local alternative. It will be a home-like environment, surrounded by nature and staffed with experts trained in end-oflife care.”

Adoray’s board of directors approved moving forward with the idea of building a hospice house in 2014. “The need is there. With Adoray’s excellent reputation and 21 year history of serving residents of this ar-ea, it was evident that it was the right thing to do and the right time to do it,” said Alison Page, Chairman of Adoray’s Board

of Directors and CEO of Western Wisconsin Health.

The three-acre land donation is located off Exit 4 on East I-94. “We are indebted to Mr. Pearson and his family—the location is perfect,” said Roberta Braml, Adoray Hospice Director. “The St. Croix Valley has always been very supportive of Adoray and has a population base that we believe will help us sustain the house.” Braml went on to explain that, besides ongoing financial support, volunteers will be needed.

“Volunteers are already a vital part of providing care to hospice patients, but with the addition of the hospice house, there will be an additional need for volunteers. “We hope to recruit volunteers to help keep up the grounds, do some cooking and baking for patients or visitors, play cards or games with patients, or just visit with them.”

Adoray Hospice also has a special Eleventh Hour program in which specially trained volunteers sit with patients in their last hours. “Most patients don’t want to die alone, so this program helps to ensure that,” said Braml.

Adoray is continuing to plan and lay groundwork for the hospice house and a date has not yet been set to break ground, “but we will definitely keep the surrounding communities posted,” said Troftgruben.

Adoray Home Health and Hospice is a not-forprofit corporation, established in St. Croix County in 1995. The organization has deeply touched the lives of over 12,000 patients and their loved ones in its 21 year history.

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Highlight included trip to Lambeau Field The last few days have been beautiful but you can definitely feel that FALL is in the air! The trees are starting to have brightly colored leaves (some trees have almost lost all their leaves already), the apples are ready to be picked, the crops are bePounding ing harvested, the flowerbeds have seen better days, and the nights are the cooling off…yep, FALL is in the air.

Along those thoughts, we have Pavement included in this issue a special Fall Pam Humpal section for our readers to prepare for the change of season. The Fall section deals with heating, flu shots, pet care, bird food, automotive care, fishing, excavating, boat winterization, building/remodeling, painting, home furnishings, water systems, loans, energy, fire prevention, and even that 4-letter word, SNOW removal.

Enjoy the Fall season…just remember what comes after that!

Congratulations to Todd Schock of Amery who is this week’s winner in the AFP Football Contest. Todd had all 9 correct picks. For your chance to be next week’s winner of $25 Amery Scrip Money, simply fill out the entry form with your football picks, and contact information, and drop it of or mail to the Amery Free Press office. Good Luck!

Also, Good Luck to Clayton and Clear Lake Schools as they celebrate Homecoming this week. Both schools have many activities planned for the week… have fun!

This Saturday, October 8, the Friends of the Stower Seven Lakes State Trail is hosting a Changing Color Ride and Family Game Day. The event is held at Soo Line Park in Amery with family games starting at 11:30am followed by FREE hot dog lunch, and then a

bike ride on the Stower Seven Lakes State Trail.

Get your tickets today for the very entertaining Harvest of Harmony presented by the Indianhead Barbershop Chorus. The performances are on Saturday, October 8, at the Amery High School Auditorium at 2 and 7pm. Admission is $10 in advance, $12 at the door, students are FREE. Advance tickets are available at Chet Johnson Drug.

This is National 4H Week. The 4H organization is a wonderful opportunity for kids and their families to experience many new adventures through the various projects and activities that 4H offers. Being involved in 4H, you also have the chance to meet new friends in your community, county or even state.

For information on joining 4H, please see the special pages in this issue for more details.

This past weekend, we(which includes Dave’s Mom, Dave’s sister and brother-in-law) journeyed to Green Bay for a visit to Lambeau Field. We had a couple of first timers to Lambeau. Yes we knew that the Packers had a bye week so we figured that the town would be less hectic.

Friday night we ate at Brett Favre’s Restaurant. It was fun viewing all the pictures and collectibles. We even saw Aaron Rodgers enjoying a night out there… not really, it was just someone that looked alot like him.

Saturday we took in the tour and Hall of Fame at Lambeau Field. Dave and I had the chance to do this in July but this time the tour took us to a couple different places at Lambeau-the visitor’s locker room and the press boxes. It was all very fun even for the second time.

Have a great week…enjoy each day to the fullest!

Next week is Fire Prevention Week…watch next week’s Amery Free Press with a salute to area fire departments plus a special section highlighting Amery Fire Department’s 125th Anniversary.

Happy Birthday this week to my nephews, Keagan will be 10 years old on October 5, and on October 6, Phillip will be 7 years old, and Reid will be 4 years old. Have fun boys!

A very special Happy Birthday to our oldest grandson, Gavin, who will be 7 years old on October 5. Gavin loves playing football, baseball, hockey, hunting, helping others, and one thing is for sure, he really likes to beat Grandma in dice.

Have a great day Gavin!

Also, Happy 7th Anniversary to my niece and nephew-in-law, Lisa and Ricky, on October 10. Enjoy your special day!

“Mighty Gavin”

Paul, Phyllis, Elaine, me and Dave on the field. Behind us are Grow Lights to maintain the field.

Phyllis, my mother-in-law, in Brett Favre’s dining room at his restaurant.

Elaine and Paul next to Johnny “Blood” McNally’s display at the Hall of Fame. Paul grew up in New Richmond just down the street from Johnny “Blood.”

Our crew enjoying the view of Lambeau from the press box.

Sitting in the visitor’s locker room.

Dave and Green Bay Packer cheerleaders from the 1980’s they were there for a reunion.